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File No: S1632

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  • Page 1 9,67$%$< 6HFXULW\6\VWHP 8VHU*XLGH ARMED AWAY STAY TEST BYPASS INSTANT CODE CHIME I I I I I I READY SINCE 1946 Liberty System PANIC HEAT COOL BYPASS ACTIVE SINCE 1946 N7527-4V1 5/00 File No: S1632...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS System Overview........... 4 Panic Keys ............. 25 General Information........4 Using Panic Keys ........... 25 Zones.............. 4 Types of Panic Alarms........25 Burglary Protection ......... 4 Using Device Commands ......26 Security Codes ..........5 General Information........26 Fire Protection ..........

  • Page 4: System Overview

    System Overview General Information Congratulations on your ownership of a Bay Alarm Security System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today. This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire and emergency.

  • Page 5: Security Codes

    System Overview (cont’d) the system is disarmed. Refer to the other sections of this manual for procedures for using these features. The following table lists the four different arming modes and the features of each. FEATURES FOR EACH ARMING MODE ARMING Exit Entry...

  • Page 6: Memory Of Alarm

    System Overview (cont’d) Memory of Alarm When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number of the zone that caused the problem, and the type of alarm (e.g. “FIRE,” “ALARM”). It remains displayed until it is cleared by disarming the system (see “Disarming and Silencing Alarms”).

  • Page 7: Entry/Exit Delays

    Entry/Exit Delays General Information Your system has preset time delays, known as Exit Delay and Entry Delay. Whenever you arm your system, Exit Delay gives you time to leave through the designated exit door without setting off an alarm. Exit Delay begins immediately after entering any arming command, and applies to all modes of arming protection.

  • Page 8: Exit Alarms

    Entry/Exit Delays (cont'd) Exit Alarms To minimize false alarms sent to the alarm monitoring company, your system may have been programmed for this feature. Ask your installer if Exit Alarm is active for your system. Exit Alarm Active Whenever you arm the system, the Exit Delay begins. If an entry/exit door or interior zone is faulted when the Exit Delay ends (e.g., exit door left open), the system sounds an alarm and starts the entry delay timer.

  • Page 9: About The Keypads

    About The Keypads IMPORTANT If the keypad beeps rapidly upon entering the premises, it indicates that 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 10: Fixed-Word Keypad Displays

    About The Keypads (cont'd) AWAY NO AC ARMED STAY CHIME INSTANT ALARM BYPASS ARMED CHECK READY FIRE NOT READY AWAY STAY TEST BYPASS AWAY STAY INSTANT CODE CHIME TEST BYPASS READY INSTANT CODE CHIME PANIC SINCE 1946 READY Liberty System PANIC SK6139A-BAY 6128...
  • Page 11 About The Keypads (cont'd) CHIME: Appears when the Chime feature is activated. BAT: Low battery condition in a wireless sensor (if zone number displayed) or low system battery (if no zone number displayed). ALARM: Appears when an intrusion has been detected and the system is armed (also appears during a fire alarm or audible emergency alarm).

  • Page 12: Functions Of The Keypads

    Functions Of The Keypads ARMED AWAY STAY TEST BYPASS INSTANT CODE CHIME SINCE 1946 READY Liberty System PANIC TYPICAL ALPHA KEYPAD Fixed-Word keypads are functionally similar, except for screen displays. 1. ALPHA DISPLAY WINDOW: A 2- AWAY KEY: Completely arms line Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
  • Page 13 Functions Of The Keypads (cont'd the entry delay period, offering STAY KEY: Arms the perimeter greater security while inside and burglary sensors, guarding not expecting any late arrivals. An protected doors, windows and other alarm occurs immediately upon perimeter protection points, and opening any perimeter protection sounds an alarm if one is opened.
  • Page 14 Functions Of The Keypads (cont'd) 15. INTERNAL SOUNDER: Source of To Panic Keys for descriptions of audible internal warning and these keys. confirmation sounds, as well as IMPORTANT! alarms (see "Summary of Audible When you use the keypad to enter codes and Notifications").

  • Page 15: Checking For Open Zones

    Checking For Open Zones Using the Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be closed or bypassed (see “Bypassing Protection Zones”). Otherwise the keypad displays a “NOT READY” message. Using the [ ] key displays all zones that are faulted, making it easier for you to secure any open zones.

  • Page 16: Arming Perimeter Only (Entry Delay On)

    Arming Perimeter Only (Entry Delay ON) Using the STAY Use this key when you are staying home, but might expect someone to use the entrance door later. When armed in STAY mode, the system sounds an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises.

  • Page 17: Arming Perimeter Only (Entry Delay Off)

    Arming Perimeter Only (Entry Delay OFF) Using the INSTANT Use this key when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to use the entrance door. When armed in INSTANT mode, the system sounds an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises.

  • Page 18: Arming All Protection (Entry Delay On)

    Arming All Protection (Entry Delay ON) Using the AWAY Use this key when no one is staying in the premises. When armed in AWAY mode, the system sounds an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises.

  • Page 19: Arming All Protection (Entry Delay Off)

    Arming All Protection (Entry Delay OFF) Using the MAXIMUM Use this key when the premises is vacant for extended periods of time such as during vacation periods, long weekends, etc., or when no one is expected to be moving through protected interior areas. When armed in MAXIMUM mode, the system sounds an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises.

  • Page 20: Disarming And Silencing Alarms

    Disarming and Silencing Alarms Using the Use the OFF key to disarm the system and to silence alarm and trouble sounds. “Summary Audible Notification” information that helps you to distinguish between fire and burglary alarm sounds. IMPORTANT: If you return and the main burglary sounder is on, DO NOT enter the premises, but call the police from a nearby safe location.
  • Page 21 Disarming and Silencing Alarms (cont'd) To clear the display: Note the zone number displayed and enter an OFF sequence. Enter Security Code, Then Press OFF Example: 7 2 9 6 then press the (Security Code) OFF key If the “READY” message does not display, go to the displayed zone and correct the fault (close windows, etc.).

  • Page 22: Bypassing Protection Zones

    Bypassing Protection Zones Using the BYPASS This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally unprotected. Bypassed zones are unprotected and do not cause an alarm when violated while your system is armed. All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security code plus OFF) is performed.

  • Page 23: Quick Bypass

    Bypassing Protection Zones (cont'd) Quick Bypass Your system (if programmed to do so) would allow you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. Ask your installer if this feature is active. Enter Security Code, Then Press BYPASS (Security Code) BYPASS...

  • Page 24: Chime Mode

    Chime Mode Using the CHIME Your system can be set to alert you to the opening of a door or window† while it is disarmed by using CHIME mode. When activated, three beeps sound at the keypad whenever a protected perimeter door or window is opened.

  • Page 25: Panic Keys

    Panic Keys (For Manually Activating Silent and/or Audible Alarms) Using 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.

  • Page 26: Using Device Commands

    Using Device Commands General Information Your system may be set up so that certain lights or other devices can be turned on or off by using the device command from the keypad. Ask your installer if this has been done in your system. programmed your system,...

  • Page 27: Paging Feature

    Paging Feature General Information If the Paging feature has been programmed for your system, your pager responds to certain conditions as they occur in your system. This message appears in a 7-digit format explained below. You can also send up to 16 additional digits that may consist of PIN numbers, messages, reminders, etc.

  • Page 28: Using The Keyswitch

    Using the Keyswitch General Information Your system is equipped with a keyswitch for use when arming and disarming. Red and green lights on the keyswitch plate indicate the status of your system as follows: Green Light: This indicator lights when the system is disarmed and ready to be armed (no open zones).

  • Page 29: Security Codes

    Security Codes General Information As an additional safety feature, other users who do not have a need to know your code can be assigned different security codes. These secondary users are identified by "user numbers," which are selected when assigning a user's security code. You can assign up to 14 additional user codes (user numbers 03-16), including the babysitter and duress codes.

  • Page 30: Quick Arming

    Security Codes (cont’d) Quick Arming Note that if Quick Arming was programmed by the installer, the key can be pressed in place of the security code when arming the system. The security code must always be used to disarm the system, however.

  • Page 31: To Delete A User

    Security Codes (cont'd) To Delete a User Enter Master Code, Then Press (Master Code) Example: 7 2 9 6 then press the Enter User Number Enter the 2-digit user number (03-16) for (User Number) the user whose code you are deleting. 3.

  • Page 32: Testing The System

    Testing the System (TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY) Using the TEST The TEST key puts your system into a TEST mode, which allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. The keypad sounds a single beep every 40 seconds as a reminder that the system is in this TEST mode.
  • Page 33 Testing The System (cont'd) Walk in front of any interior motion detectors (if used) and listen for three beeps. The identification of the detector should appear on the display when it is activated. The display clears when no motion is detected. Note that if wireless motion detectors are used, there is a 3- minute delay between activations.

  • Page 34: Trouble Conditions

    Trouble Conditions Typical “Check” Displays The word “CHECK” on the keypad's display, accompanied by a rapid beeping at the keypad, indicates that there is a trouble condition in the system. The displays in parenthesis may appear on non-alpha keypads when the associated trouble condition is present. To silence the beeping sound for “CHECK”...
  • Page 35 Trouble Conditions (cont'd) Telco Fault If the telephone line monitor feature has been (or CHECK and programmed for your system, this display zone 94) indicates that the telephone line has been disconnected or cut. In some systems, this display is accompanied by a trouble sound from the keypad and the external sounder may be activated.
  • Page 36 Trouble Conditions (cont’d) POWER indicator The system is operating on battery power only. (if present) is off. If only some lights are out on the premises, AC LOSS is check circuit breakers and fuses and reset or displayed replace as necessary. CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY if AC power cannot be restored to the system.

  • Page 37: Fire Alarm System

    Fire Alarm System (If Installed) General Information Your fire alarm system (if installed) is active 24 hours a day, providing continuous protection. In the event of an emergency, the installed smoke and heat detectors automatically activate your security system, triggering a loud, interrupted sound from the keypad.
  • Page 38 Fire Alarm System (cont’d) 2. If the keypad indicates a trouble condition after the second OFF sequence, check that smoke detectors are not responding to smoke- or heat-producing objects in their vicinity. Should this be the case, eliminate the source of heat or smoke. 3.

  • Page 39: Recommendations For Proper Protection

    Recommendations for Proper Protection THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE LOCATION OF FIRE AND BURGLARY DETECTION DEVICES HELP PROVIDE PROPER COVERAGE FOR THE PROTECTED PREMISES. Recommendations for Smoke and Heat Detectors With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard #72 noted below.
  • Page 40 Recommendations For Proper Protection (cont’d) KITCHEN KITCHEN BDRM DINING BEDROOM BEDROOM TV ROOM DINING BDRM LIVING ROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM LIVING ROOM Smoke Detectors for Minimum Protection Smoke Detectors for Additional Protection Heat-Activated Detectors BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM KTCHN GARAGE CLOSED LVNG RM DOOR BASEMENT In addition, we recommend the following:...

  • Page 41: Recommendations For Proper Intrusion Protection

    Recommendations For Proper Protection (cont'd) Recommendations for Proper Intrusion Protection For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every possible point of entry to a home or commercial premises. This would include any skylights that may be present, and the upper windows in a multi-level building.

  • Page 42: Emergency Evacuation

    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.

  • Page 43: Maintaining Your System

    Maintaining Your System Taking Care of Your System The components of your security system are designed to be as maintenance-free as possible. However, to make sure that your system is in reliable working condition: 1. Test your system weekly. 2. Test your system after any alarm occurs (see “Testing The System”).

  • Page 44: Routine Care

    Maintaining Your System (cont’d) In the meantime, a sensor causing a low-battery indication is still fully operational. Important: Use only replacement batteries recommended by your installer. Silencing Low Battery Warning Tones at the Keypad You can silence the keypad’s warning tones by pressing the key, but the keypad's “LOW BATTERY”...

  • Page 45: Quick Guide To System Functions

    Quick Guide to System Functions FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Check Zones Do this to view faulted zones when system Press [ ] key. indicates it is NOT READY for arming. Arm System Enter code or press #, then Do this to arm the system in the mode press arming key desired selected.

  • Page 46: Summary Of Audible Notification

    Summary of Audible Notification (Alpha Display Keypads) SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, INTERRUPTED* FIRE ALARM FIRE is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is displayed. Keypad & External BURGLARY/AUDIBLE LOUD, CONTINUOUS ALARM is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is also displayed. EMERGENCY ALARM Keypad &...

  • Page 47: Glossary

    Glossary The following terms are used throughout the manual. "Armed" simply means that the burglary portion of your system ARM/DISARM: is turned ON and is in a state of readiness. "Disarmed" means that the burglary system is turned OFF, and must be rearmed to become operational.
  • Page 48 UL NOTICE: This is a "GRADE A" system. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The FCC requires the following statement for your information: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
  • Page 49 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 68 NOTICE This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
  • Page 50 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. For example: •...

  • Page 51: Servicing Information

    We continue to develop new and improved protection devices. Users of alarm systems owe it to themselves and their loved ones to learn about these developments. SERVICING INFORMATION Your local Bay Alarm dealer is the person best qualified to service your alarm system. Arranging some kind of regular service program with him is advisable.
  • Page 52 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.: VISTA-20BAY Other ______________________________ Type of Alarm: Burglary Fire Both Installed by:...
  • Page 53 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 Floor Windows All windows nterior locations All Accessible Openings, Including Skylights, Air Conditioners and Vents G.

  • Page 54: Index

    Index AC..............11 Keypad Keys ........... 12 AC Loss ............38 Keypads............. 9 Add A User............32 Keyswitch ............29 ALARM ............11 Lo BAT ............37 Alarms............... 5 Low Battery............. 46 Alpha Keypad ........... 9 LRR..............38 Arming Modes........... 5 Maintaining Your System ......
  • Page 55 NOTES - 55 -...
  • Page 56 SINCE 1946 BAY ALARM 925 Ygnacio Valley Road Walnut Creek, CA 94596 ¬19l N7527-4V1 5/00...

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