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LYNX Touch

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User Guide

800-10145-1V1 12/12 Rev. B
Ref: L5000ADT/L5000ADT-CN

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  • Page 1: Security System

    LYNX Touch Security System User Guide 800-10145-1V1 12/12 Rev. B Ref: L5000ADT/L5000ADT-CN...
  • Page 2 Your Honeywell security system is designed for use with devices manufactured or approved by Honeywell for use with your security system. Your Honeywell security system is not designed for use with any device that may be attached to your security system's control or other communicating bus if Honeywell has not approved such device for use with your security system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Testing the System ..........................59 Maintaining Your System ........................61 Congratulations on your ownership of a Honeywell Security System. You have made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today. Honeywell is the world's largest manufacturer of security system and millions of premises are protected by Honeywell products.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE & VISUAL NOTIFICATIONS ..............63 System Displays ............................ 64 Zone Status Icons ..........................64 Regulatory Agency Statements ........................65 FCC STATEMENTS ........................... 66 OWNER’S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST ..............69 LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM ..................72 INDEX ................................

  • Page 5: System Overview

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW Features General Information This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire, and emergency, depending on the configuration of your system. The system consists of a touch screen control for system operation, various wireless sensors that provide perimeter and interior burglary protection, and optional smoke or combustion detectors to provide early fire warning.

  • Page 6: General Operation

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW General Operation  Security Codes: The system is capable of supporting an Installer code, Master user code and 14 additional User codes including Babysitter and Duress codes. Refer to the SECURITY CODES section for detailed information.  Device activation: Allows you to send “Follow-Me” or e-mail messages, as a result of a system event such as an alarm or trouble condition.

  • Page 7: False Alarm Prevention Features

    Many false alarms are caused by simple accidents, like forgetting to close a door when you leave. The LYNX Touch includes several features that help prevent false alarms and some of these are optional or programmable. Although turning off some of these features may provide additional security, it may also increase the chance of false alarms.

  • Page 8: Security Codes

    SECURITY CODES section for procedures on adding security codes to the system. Alarms When an alarm occurs, the LYNX Touch internal sounder will sound for about 15-seconds, and the touch screen displays the zone(s) causing the alarm. After 15-seconds, the internal sounder stops temporarily and voice announcements of the zones in alarm begins.

  • Page 9: Quick View Of System Functions

    To disarm system and silence alarms: ......Depress “Off’” key or “Disarm” icon and enter Code Note: During Entry Delay or when an Alarm Condition exists, the LYNX Touch can be disarmed by entering the User Code. Entering the OFF key is not required To bypass a zone(s): ..........

  • Page 10: About The Touch Screen Control

    General **IMPORTANT** If the LYNX Touch is beeping rapidly upon entering the premises, an alarm has occurred during your absence and an intruder may still be on the premises. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location.

  • Page 11: Touch Screen Control Definitions

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW Touch Screen Control Definitions Note: The system functions described below are for reference only and require additional key entries to activate. Index Item Description Display Color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Touch Screen. Displays system status icons, Window time, system status information, user menus and the virtual keypad. ON = System is ready to be armed OFF = System is armed Ready LED...

  • Page 12: About The Display And Indicators

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW About the Display and Indicators Display Definitions DEFINITION ICON TEXT Displayed along with the the text “READY TO ARM” when Ready to system is Disarmed and ready to arm. “Armed Away” is displayed along the top of the screen. An Armed armed away icon along with “Armed Away”...
  • Page 13 SYSTEM OVERVIEW About the Display and Indicators Display Definitions (Continued) DEFINITION ICON TEXT The fire icon is displayed with alternating text “Fire” and “Fire Fire OR Alarm 95 Fire”. “Fire Alarm” is also displayed in a red band Fire Alarm along the top of the screen.
  • Page 14 SYSTEM OVERVIEW About the Display and Indicators Display Definitions (Continued) DEFINITION ICON TEXT Appears when the system has detected a loss of telephone 94 Phone service. Line Cut Displayed when the system has lost AC power. “Ready To AC Loss Arm –...

  • Page 15: Navigating Menus

    Navigating Menus LCD Display LYNX Touch’s Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) touch screen displays variable icons and text on “screens”. The screen displays status icons and associated text, the current time, system status information and menu choices. The system status is displayed in a colored band along the top of the screen.
  • Page 16 SYSTEM OVERVIEW Navigating Menus Menu Screens System Status is displayed at the top of each screen. The time and date are displayed at the bottom of the Home Screen. Menus Unrestricted Menu The first page of the Home Screen provides access to an Unrestricted Menu displays the system status and six selection icons or “buttons”.

  • Page 17: Securing The Premises

    SECURING THE PREMISES System Status General Information Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows, and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed (see the BYPASSING PROTECTION section). READY LED: The green READY indicator on the control will be lit if the system is ready to be armed.

  • Page 18: Arming The System

    SECURING THE PREMISES Arming the System Arming in Stay Mode Use this mode when you are staying home, but expect someone to use the entrance door later. Close all protected perimeter windows and doors before arming. The green READY indicator on the control should be lit if the system is ready to be armed. When armed in STAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises.
  • Page 19 Auto Stay Feature If this feature is enabled by installer, the LYNX Touch when armed AWAY from the control’s keypad or a Wireless Keypad, switches to the STAY mode if the Exit Time expires and no exit has been made.
  • Page 20 SECURING THE PREMISES Arming the System Arming In Away Mode Use this mode when no one will be staying on the premises. Close all protected perimeter windows and doors before arming. The green READY indicator on the control should be lit if the system is ready to be armed.
  • Page 21 SECURING THE PREMISES Arming the System Armed Away If “Exit Warning” has been enabled, the system will continue to beep throughout the exit delay. Rapid beeps will sound for the final 10 seconds of the delay period. At Zones System the end of the exit delay the system will announce “Armed Away”...

  • Page 22: Quick Exit

    SECURING THE PREMISES Arming the System Quick Exit If active, you can restart the exit delay at any time after arming has been armed in Stay or Away mode by selecting the “Quick Exit” icon. This avoids having the user disarm then re- arm the system after allowing someone to enter or exit.

  • Page 23: Entry/Exit Delays

    SECURING THE PREMISES Entry/Exit Delays Exit Delay Exit delay begins immediately after arming the system, and gives you time to leave through the designated exit door without setting off an alarm. The system display will count down the time remaining in the exit delay, if programmed by your installer. If the system has been Armed Away, a slow beeping will sound throughout the exit delay period, if programmed by your installer.
  • Page 24 SECURING THE PREMISES Entry/Exit Delays system/zone status area. The alarm will continue to sound until the system is disarmed or timeout ocurs. To stop the alarm, the system must be disarmed by selecting the “Disarm” icon OR depressing the “Off” key and then entering your security code. The message “Alarm Cancelled"...

  • Page 25: Disarming The System

    **IMPORTANT** If the LYNX Touch is beeping rapidly upon entering the premises, an alarm has occurred during your absence and an intruder may still be on the premises. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location.
  • Page 26 SECURING THE PREMISES Disarming the System Disarming the system during Entry Delay Upon entering the premise when the system is Armed Stay - Disarm Now armed, the control will announce “disarm Disarm Now system now”. ARMED READY Enter a valid Code. The system will beep once and announce “Disarmed Ready to Arm”.

  • Page 27: Bypassing Protection Zones

    SECURING THE PREMISES Bypassing Protection Zones Bypassing Individual Zones The Bypass feature can be used when you want to intentionally arm your system with one or more zones unprotected. Bypassed zones are unprotected and will not cause an alarm when violated while your system is armed.
  • Page 28 SECURING THE PREMISES Bypassing Protection Zones Displaying Bypassed Zones Ready To Arm 1. With the system in the disarmed state, select the “Zones” icon. The system displays the Zone screen and the status for each zone will be indicated. Zones System 2.

  • Page 29: Panic Keys

    SECURING THE PREMISES Panic Keys Panic Keys Your system may have been programmed to use special keys to manually activate panic functions. The functions that might be programmed are listed below. See your installer for the function(s) that may have been programmed for your system. Note: Your installer should advise which functions are active in your system.
  • Page 30 SECURING THE PREMISES Panic Keys Activating a panic alarm Ready To Arm 1. With the system in the disarmed or armed state, depress and hold the “Panic” key until the system displays the Panic screen (approximately 3-4 seconds). Zones System Arm Away Arm Stay Message...

  • Page 31: Chime Mode

    SECURING THE PREMISES Chime Mode Chime Mode Your system can be set to provide you with an audible alert of the opening of a door, while it is disarmed, by using Chime mode. When activated, three beeps will sound at the control whenever a protected perimeter door is opened and the zone voice descriptor will be announced, if programmed.

  • Page 32: Voice Mode

    SECURING THE PREMISES Voice Mode Voice Mode Your system can be set to provide you with a voice alert of system functions by activating the Voice mode. When activated, the system will announce the system status when armed/disarmed. The Voice mode can be turned on only when the system is disarmed. Turning Voice mode On or Off Ready To Arm 1.

  • Page 33: User Functions

    USER FUNCTIONS User Access General Information IMPORTANT SECURITY NOTICE Your key fob is similar to your keys or access card. If lost or stolen, another person can compromise your security system. Immediately notify your Dealer/Installer of a lost or stolen key fob. The Dealer/Installer will then remove the key fob programming from the security system.

  • Page 34: User Access

    USER FUNCTIONS User Access Ready To Arm 2. Enter your 4-digit Master User Code. The Program the system system displays Master User programming screen. Enter Code: Cancel Clear 5000-100-009-V0 Ready To Arm 3. Select the “Users” icon. The system displays the Master User screen.
  • Page 35 USER FUNCTIONS User Access Ready To Arm 7. Enter the 4-digit code for the new User followed by “Done”. The system returns to the Enter Code Users screen and the new User is displayed. Clear Done 5000-100-185-V0 Ready To Arm Master **** Babysitter **** Duress ****...
  • Page 36 USER FUNCTIONS User Access Ready To Arm 3. Select the “Users” icon. The system displays the Users screen. Users Devices Schedules Test Date Time Events Reminders Slide Show Back 5000-100-070-V0 Ready To Arm 4. Select a User Name and then select “Edit” “Delete”.

  • Page 37: View Events

    USER FUNCTIONS View Events This feature can be used to view a number of System Events including Arming/Disarming, Zone Activity, Troubles and Alarms. Viewing System Events Ready To Arm 1. With the system in the disarmed state, select the “Tools” icon from the second page of the Home Screen.
  • Page 38 USER FUNCTIONS View Events Ready To Arm 4. If you wish to view specific system history, select “All”. The system displays a new Sun Jun 13, 2010 15:08 Sat Jun 12, 2010 11:15 Disarmed Armed Stay menu. User 2 E 441 User 1 R 441 Sat Jun 12, 2010 11:08 Sat Jun 12, 2010 10:15...

  • Page 39: Message Recording And Playback

    USER FUNCTIONS Message Recording and Playback The LYNX Touch Message Center allows you to record, play and delete messages. The maximum message duration is 180 seconds. NOTES: (1) If the system loses electrical power, all messages will be erased. (2) Message Play/Record will not be available if a report must be sent.
  • Page 40 USER FUNCTIONS Message Recording and Playback 6. When you have finished recording, select Ready To Arm “”. The system displays the recorded Message 1 2:48 PM September 1, 2010 messages. 7. To record additional messages (if recording Message 2 5:09 PM September 5, 2010 time is available) repeat steps 1 through 3.

  • Page 41: System Adjustment

    USER FUNCTIONS System Adjustments The volume level of message playback, system announcements, and status beeps can be changed if desired. Additionally, you can adjust the display’s brightness and contrast and turn on or off the Chime or turn off the telephone Ringer. Ready To Arm 1.
  • Page 42 USER FUNCTIONS Clock/Calendar Note: The time and date will be programmed and updated automatically via Central Station. You may still program the correct Time Zone as shown below. Setting the date and time Note: The system must be disarmed in order Ready To Arm to set the date and time.

  • Page 43: Clock/Calendar

    USER FUNCTIONS Clock/Calendar System Programming... 4. Select the correct month by using the “” and “”. June 2010 5. Select the correct year by using the “” and S U N M O N T U E W E D T H U F R I “”.
  • Page 44 USER FUNCTIONS Clock/Calendar Ready To Arm 12. Select “Start Month”. The system displays a calendar. Select the correct month. January February 13. Select “Start Week”. The system will toggle between: March April Second Third June Fourth First July August 14. Select “End Month”. The system displays a calendar.

  • Page 45: Programming Devices

    USER FUNCTIONS Programming Devices General Information The Device programming option can be used to trigger device, send Follow-Me or E-mail messages of system events. Up to 16 devices can be programmed. Devices 1 through 8 are used for Triggers and Follow-Me Messages and Devices 9 through 16 are used for E-mail events.
  • Page 46 USER FUNCTIONS Programming Devices Ready To Arm 3. Select the “Devices” icon. The system displays the Devices screen. Users Devices Schedules Test Date Time Events Reminders Slide Show Back 5000-100-070-V0 Ready To Arm 4. Select a “Device” key followed by the Edit button.
  • Page 47 USER FUNCTIONS Programming Devices 8. Select “Action”. Dependant upon the Type Ready To Arm selected previously, the system scrolls between Name several options: None Type Action Permanent On Trigger Output None On for 2 sec Start Zone Type Stop Zone Type Pulsing Not Used Not Used...
  • Page 48 USER FUNCTIONS Programming Devices Ready To Arm 13. Select “Zone Number Operation”. The system toggles between the following options: Zone Number Operation None Not Used Trouble Fault Alarm If Trouble, Fault or Alarm is selected, the system displays several new options: Save 5000-100-191-V0 14.

  • Page 49: Scheduling User Interface

    USER FUNCTIONS Scheduling User Interface The Scheduling Feature can be used to program the system to automatically perform certain functions (i.e.; automatically arming the system in Stay mode and activating output devices). Programming a Scheduled Function Ready To Arm 1. With the system in the disarmed state, select the “Tools”...
  • Page 50 USER FUNCTIONS Scheduling User Interface 4. Select “Add New”. The system displays the Ready To Arm scheduling options screen. Edit Add New Delete 5000-100-146-V0 5. Select “Name”. The system displays a Ready To Arm keypad. Name Frequency None Type None Save 5000-100-144-V0 6.
  • Page 51 USER FUNCTIONS Scheduling User Interface Ready To Arm 10. If Auto Stay is selected, select “Clear” then enter a 4-digit time on the displayed keypad then select “Save”. If “Output” is selected proceed to Step 11. If “Disarm Notification” is selected proceed to Step 12. Enter Time 11.

  • Page 52: Reminders

    USER FUNCTIONS Reminders The Reminder Feature can be used to program/record reminders that can be displayed on the touch screen, announced by the control and/or sent to one or two pre-programmed phone number(s). Check with your installer to see if the latter feature has been programmed on your control.
  • Page 53 USER FUNCTIONS Reminders Ready To Arm 4. Select “Add New”. The system displays the Reminder programming screen. No items to display! Edit Add New Delete 5000-100-178-V0 Ready To Arm 5. Select “Name”. Enter a name for the scheduled function on the displayed keypad Name Frequency None...
  • Page 54 USER FUNCTIONS Reminders Ready To Arm Note: For important reminders you should program “Acknowledge” option. Name Frequency When this option is selected, the Walk Dog Once reminder will continue to play until it is Date acknowledged. January 1, 2011 10. Select the “Acknowledge” option. The Start Time system toggles between “No and “Yes”.

  • Page 55: Remote Services

    USER FUNCTIONS Remote Services Your security system may be capable of providing a series of web-based services that allow you to communicate with your security system remotely in a number of ways. These services provide the ability to:  Access to your security system from a computer via website (Remote Access Feature) ...

  • Page 56: Fire/Co Alarm System

    1. Should you become aware of a fire emergency before your detectors sense the problem, go to the LYNX Touch and press and hold the panic key and then select the Fire icon. The alarm will sound and an alarm will be transmitted to the central station.

  • Page 57: National Fire Protection Association's Smoke Detector Recommendations

    FIRE/CO ALARM SYSTEM National Fire Protection Association’s Smoke Detector Recommendations With regard to the number and placement of smoke and heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard #72 noted below. Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household.

  • Page 58: Emergency Evacuation

    FIRE/CO ALARM SYSTEM Emergency Evacuation Establish and regularly practice a plan of escape in the event of fire. The following steps are recommended by the National Fire Protection Association: 1. Position your detector or your interior and/or exterior sounders so that they can be heard by all occupants. 2.

  • Page 59: System Functions

    SYSTEM FUNCTIONS Testing the System (to be conducted weekly) Test Mode The Test mode allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. When the Walk Test mode is active, the control sounds a single beep every 30 seconds as a reminder that the system is in the Test mode.

  • Page 60: Walk Test

    NOTE: If the Walk Test mode is inadvertently left active, it automatically turns off after 4 hours. The Dialer Test mode will remain active until exited via an Off sequence. LYNX Touch Exit/Entry Delay Times The LYNX Touch will send an event code to the Central Station after entering and after exiting from Test mode. – 60 –...

  • Page 61: Maintaining Your System

    SYSTEM FUNCTIONS Maintaining your system The components of your security system are designed to be as maintenance-free as possible. To make sure that your system is in working condition, do the following: 1. Test your system weekly (see the TESTING THE SYSTEM section). 2.
  • Page 62 Changing the LYNX Touch Series System Battery In the event of an AC power loss, the LYNX Touch Series is powered by a rechargeable, nickel-metal hydride battery pack. The battery pack should be replaced when a “Battery Low”...

  • Page 63: Summary Of Audible & Visual Notifications

    SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE & VISUAL NOTIFICATIONS SOUND CAUSE ANNOUNCEMENT* INTERRUPTED FIRE ALARM (3 beeps) fire alarm + zone voice descriptor CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM (4 beeps) Carbon monoxide alarm + zone voice descriptor (Voice descriptor is interlaced with the sounder and sounds every 45 seconds) CONTINUOUS BURGLARY/AUDIBLE EMERGENCY alarm + zone voice descriptor...

  • Page 64: System Displays

    SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE & VISUAL NOTIFICATIONS System Displays The following icons will be displayed on the Home screen along with specific zone status information (if applicable) to indicate system status. DISPLAY DEFINITION DISPLAY DEFINITION AC Loss Door Open Alarm Window Open (intrusion) Armed Away Exit Active...
  • Page 65 SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE & VISUAL NOTIFICATIONS Zone Status Icons The following icons may be displayed on the Zone Status screen. DEFINITION DEFINITION ICON ICON Alarm Trouble (red) Fault (Yellow) Bypass Ready LED Meanings Armed LED (Red): ON = System armed OFF = System disarmed Blinking = System armed, but a fault exists or alternating with READY LED when AVM (VOX or Talk) mode is active.

  • Page 66: Regulatory Agency Statements

    Regulatory Agency Statements Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 15 The user shall not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless authorized by the Installation Instructions or User's Manual. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE STATEMENT NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 67 5. RF Exposure WARNING: The LYNX Touch must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 7.8 in (20 cm) from all persons and not co-located or operated in conjunction with any other transmitter. – 67 –...

  • Page 68: In The Event Of Telephone Operational Problems

    IN THE EVENT OF TELEPHONE OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS In the event of telephone operational problems, disconnect the control by removing the plug from the RJ31X (CA38A in Canada) telephone wall jack. We recommend that your certified installer demonstrate disconnecting the phones on installation of the system. Do not disconnect the phone connection inside the control/communicator.

  • Page 69: Owner's Insurance Premium Credit Request

    OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST This form should be completed and forwarded to your homeowner's insurance carrier for possible premium credit. A. GENERAL INFORMATION: Insured's Name and Address: Insurance Company: Policy No.: LYNX Touch Series ___________________________________________________ Other Type of Alarm: Burglary Fire Both...
  • Page 70 OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST (cont.) E. SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS Furnace Room Kitchen Bedrooms Attic Basement Living Room Dining Room Hall F. BURGLARY DETECTING DEVICE LOCATIONS: Front Door Basement Door Rear Door All Exterior Doors 1st Floor Windows All Windows Interior Locations All Accessible Openings, Including Skylights, Air Conditioners and Vents G.

  • Page 71: Servicing Information

    SERVICING INFORMATION Your local Honeywell dealer is the person best qualified to service your alarm system. Arranging some kind of regular service program with him is advisable. Your local Honeywell dealer is: Name: Address: Phone: – 71 –...

  • Page 72: Limitations Of This Alarm System

    WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or fire or other emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons.
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  • Page 77: Index

    – INDEX – Alarm Cancelled ......7, 23, 24 E-Mail Events ........... 45 Alarm Exit Error ........23 Entering Test Mode ........59 Alarms ............8 Entry Delay ....6, 11, 18, 20, 23, 24 Audible Emergency/Audible Alarm ..29 Exit Alarms ...........
  • Page 78 Smoke Detectors ..6, 56, 57, 60, 61, 62, 72 Navigation Keys ........15 SMS Feature ..........55 Status Area ..........15 Stay Mode ......... 6, 9, 18 Panic Key ........5, 29, 56 System Adjustments ........ 41 Personal Emergency/Aux. Alarm .... 29 System Battery .........

  • Page 79: Two Year Warranty

    TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Honeywell International Inc., acting through its Security & Communications business (“Seller”), 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747 warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, normal wear and tear excepted, for 24 months from the manufacture date code; provided,...
  • Page 80 2 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 100 P.O. Box 9040, Melville, NY 11747 Copyright © 2012 Honeywell International Inc. www.honeywell.com/security Ê800-10145-1V1CŠ 800-10145-1V1 12/12 Rev. B...

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