Wireless Security System Models: AHS627-23 User Guide Please read these instructions completely before operating this product.
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IMPORTANT MODEL NUMBER INFORMATION This manual covers separate devices. This manual may contain information on a device that is not included for your system but can be purchased separately by visiting: ALCWireless.com See page 6 for information on what is included with your system.
Installation Tips ........................18 Night Vision ........................18 Installing the Camera .......................19 Installing the Door/Window Sensor ..................21 Installing the Motion Detector ...................22 ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN ................23 Basic Operation .......................23 REMOTE ACCESS ......................29 Camera Screen........................29 Live Video Screen ......................30 Recording from the Status Screen ...................33 To Play Videos .........................34...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAIRING ..........................45 Pairing the Door/Window Sensor ..................45 Pairing the Motion Detector .....................46 Pairing the Power Switch ....................47 Pairing the Remote Control ....................48 Connecting to Nest ......................49 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 50 Factory Default/Reset ......................51 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..................52 Control Hub/Siren ......................52 Camera ...........................52 Remote Control .......................52...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT SAFETY: When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. Improper use of this product can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Recycling and Disposal Information: • Do not dispose of electronic devices or any of their components (especially batteries and LCD displays) in your municipal trash collection. • Consult your local waste management authority or a recycling organization like Earth911.com to find an electronics recycling facility in your area.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Maintain electrical safety. Power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this product should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire.
INTRODUCTION System Contents After unpacking, you will have the following items: Control Hub w/Siren Adaptor DC 12V/1A Ethernet Cable Wireless Camera Adaptor DC 5V/1.5A Bracket Screw Kit Motion Detector Battery AA 1.5V Sticky Pad Set Power Switch Door/Window Sensor Battery CR2032 Sticky pad Set Remote Control Battery CR2032...
INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Security System The AHS627-23 is an upgradeable security system that comes with everything you need to start protecting your home. You can increase security at any time by adding additional sensors and/or cameras. The system is easily accessed anywhere in the world via Internet. The free iOS/Android App allows you to view/record video, turn power switch(es) on/off, activate/ deactivate the siren manually or automatically.
INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Camera Light Sensor Reset MicroSD Slot Internet Power LED Jack AC In Jack Antenna Connector Cloud When a MicroSD card is inserted and the Cloud option is activated (see page 27), recorded videos will automatically be transferred onto the cloud. To set up a Cloud Account see page 41. —...
Download the ALC Connect Plus App as follows: APPLE DEVICE: From your iPhone or iPad, go to the App Store and search for ALC Connect Plus. ANDROID DEVICE: From your Android smartphone or tablet device, go to Google Play and search for ALC Connect Plus.
DC IN jack on the rear of the Control Hub and the other end to a Launch the previously installed ALC 120 volt AC (standard indoor) power Connect Plus App. outlet; the Red Power indicator will light and the unit will beep twice.
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GETTING STARTED Connecting to Control Hub Name the system (i.e. “Home System”) Enter a Security Code (must be 6 and add a photo (if desired). Tap characters or more, letters and/or Next. numbers). Repeat and then tap Save. P1S4 P1S5 Carrier 9:41 AM Carrier...
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GETTING STARTED Connecting to Control Hub The included sensors have already Tap on each sensor to edit the name been paired to your Hub. Now we will and location for each. Such as Door need to name and provide a location Sensor, Front Door or Power Switch, for each.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Camera - Android Plug camera into an electrical outlet At the dashboard, tap “+” (Add Device). and the camera will boot up. The Tap Cameras from the Device list. process can take up to 90 seconds. When the green Link Status indicator begins blinking, the camera is ready to be set up.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Camera - Android The camera will reboot and connect to Enter a new Security Code (must be your Wi-Fi. This will take approximately 6 characters or more, letters and/or 90 seconds. Name the camera and numbers). Repeat and then tap Next. the location of the camera.
Go to Settings, then Wi-Fi. Select the Wi-Fi network called “HD-xxxxxx”. d. Enter the password 12345678, then Join. After it connects (check-mark will appear next to the HD-xxxxxx), go back and to the ALC Connect Plus app. — 15 —...
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Camera - iOS After restarting the ALC Connect Plus Name the camera and the location of app, the phone will connect to the the camera. camera. Select your Wi-Fi network. Enter the network’s password and then tap Next.
INSTALLATION Installation Tips The diagram below shows the suggested location(s) for the security system. Use this as a guide for your installation. The system is expandable with additional compatible wireless cameras, Motion Detectors, door/window contact sensors, sirens or other sensors (see page 6 to see what is included with your kit) for greater protection.
INSTALLATION Installation Tips WARNING: It is not recommended to use this camera outdoors. • Before you install the system, plan where and how it will be positioned, and where you will route the cable that connects the camera to the power adaptor(s). •...
INSTALLATION Installing the Camera Screw Antenna clockwise into rear of camera. If not mounting, but just using on a flat surface (desk, table, etc.), skip to step 5. Secure the multi-position Camera Bracket to a stable surface, ceiling or wall using the two screws.
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INSTALLATION Installing the Camera To record videos you must insert a MicroSD card (not included). The MicroSD Slot is located on the rear of the camera. Connect the small end of the AC adapter to the camera’s AC In Jack. Plug the other end of the adapter to a 120 volt AC (standard indoor) power outlet.
INSTALLATION Installing the Door/Window Sensor Double-Sided Tape Select a location on a door or window. The large section of the Apply the double-sided tape to the sensor should be fixed on the rear of both sections of the Door/ immovable frame of the door/window. Window sensor.
INSTALLATION Installing the Motion Detector Option A - Double-Sided Tape Select a desired location. It is recommended to place the Motion Apply the double-sided tape to the Detector in the corner of the room rear of the Motion Detector as shown. and between 6 to 8 feet from the Use the thick tape for flat wall mount floor.
ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation When first turning on the app you The Status screen will then appear; will enter the Control Hub Selection see below and the following pages window. Simply tap your Control Hub for the details and operation of the to enter.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation Tap a sensor/device’s name to enter the respective device’s Edit window, which will allow you to set the following: Power Switch: Name and Location. You can also set the Auto Off Time (when set with a scenario) as well as a schedule to turn on and off.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation PANIC: Tap the Panic icon on the For Main Settings: At the Status Status screen to set off the Alarm. Screen, tap then enter the Admin Password (Default is 123456) to enter the Advanced settings as described on the next page.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation MAIN SETTINGS Set the following at the Device’s Advanced Settings: Control Hub Siren Volume: Tap to set the Control Hub’s Siren Volume (None, Low or High). Control Hub Siren Duration: Tap to set the Control Hub’s Siren Duration (60, 120 or 180 seconds).
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation CAMERA SETTINGS Set the following at the Camera’s Advanced Settings: Admin Password: Tap to change the Admin Password. Device Security Code: Tap to change the Device Security Code. Cloud Setting: Any cloud storage criteria will appear here (i.e.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation CAMERA SETTINGS MOTION MASK: This option is only visible when the Software option under Detect Mode has been activated. This feature will allow you to mask areas of the screen from detecting motion and activating the motion detector recording for that area.
REMOTE ACCESS Camera Screen Tap Edit Setting to go to the Edit On the Status window, tap the Setting page where you can rename Camera icon at the middle of the the camera and location or delete the screen. At this screen you can view camera.
REMOTE ACCESS Live Video Screen PINCH AND ZOOM: To zoom in or out, use the simple pinch and zoom gesture. Pan and Tilt: To move the camera, simply slide your finger across the Android or Apple Device’s screen up and down or from side to side. —...
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REMOTE ACCESS Live Video Screen Tap the Shortcut/PTZ icon and the Record Point box will appear. Tap the Save icon to save the current point. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to set the Point 2 and Point 3 positions. — 31 —...
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REMOTE ACCESS Live Video Screen To Go To A Specific Point: To return the camera to the a preset point, tap the Shortcut icon and then tap the desired “Go to record point” icon. The camera will then move to that point. —...
REMOTE ACCESS Recording from the Status Screen On the Status window, tap the Record icon at the top right of the screen. The unit will then record for two minutes. — 33 —...
REMOTE ACCESS To Play Videos On the Status window, tap the icon at the top right of the screen (IOS only) to show the 5 icons at the bottom. Tap the Event icon. The list of triggered events will appear. If a video has been recorded, you can tap it to play it on the mobile device.
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REMOTE ACCESS To Play Videos When playing back a video, tap the Pause icon to pause the video. Tap again to resume. Tap the Mute icon to mute the sound, tap again to resume sound. Tap the Snapshot icon to take a picture.
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REMOTE ACCESS To Play Videos Select the desired Start Time and End Time. Also select the Sensors to be shown in the triggered events. — 36 —...
REMOTE ACCESS To Delete Recordings Access the Events List as shown on page 39. Tap the EDIT icon. Tap DELETE ALL to delete all of the Recordings. — 37 —...
ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN Remote Control Function For the Remote Control to work, it must be within range of your Hub. Primarily it is used when before entering and leaving the house to Disarm or Arm your System.
ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN Scenario On the Status window, tap the The Scenario will allow you to preset Scenario icon. a sequence of events. For example, once the Motion Detector detects motion, the camera can begin recording and the light can turn on.
ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN Scenario Select the desired device to activate by tapping its check box. Note that adding a device will automatically activate it. Tap Save when done. Shortcut A Shortcut can be created to group sensors together to turn them on all at the same time.
To sign up for a free account, go to: www.google.com/drive www.dropbox.com There is no charge from ALC to use this feature. It is free! After setting up your Google Drive or Dropbox account, you will need to establish a Cloud account as follows.
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CLOUD Cloud Account Setup On the Sign in screen, tap Create. To create your Cloud account, enter a valid email address and create a password. Agree to the privacy policy. Enter the verification code and tap Submit. — 42 —...
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CLOUD Cloud Account Setup After creating the account, a welcome screen appears. Tap OK to dismiss the message. When the Device List appears, tap on the desired option; Google Drive or Dropbox, to create the binding. — 43 —...
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CLOUD Cloud Account Setup To confirm binding, tap on the Bind icon. Now, you will need to sign in onto your Google Drive or Dropbox account. Enter your email and password and tap Sign in. Tap Allow. Congratulations! Your Cloud setup is complete.
PAIRING Pairing the Door/Window Sensor PAIRING: All included sensors are paired with the Control Hub at the factory. See following pages to pair them again or if additional accessories are purchased. The Door/Window Sensor comes with At the dashboard, tap “+” (Add Device). a pre-installed CR2032 battery.
PAIRING Pairing the Motion Detector The Motion Detector comes with At the dashboard, tap “+” (Add Device). three pre-installed AA batteries. If they need replacing, press the tab at the bottom of the sensor and insert three AA size batteries following the diagram in the compartment.
PAIRING Pairing the Power Switch At the dashboard, tap “+” (Add De- Tap Power Switch from the Device vice). list. Name the Power Switch and the location, tap Next. Carrier 9:41 AM 100% Tap Pair to start pairing the Power Plug the Power Switch into a standard Switch.
PAIRING Pairing the Remote The Remote Control comes with a At the dashboard, tap “+” (Add Device). pre-installed CR2032 battery. If it needs replacing, simply pull out the battery compartment on the side of the Remote Control and replace with a new CR2032 battery.
PAIRING Connecting to Nest If you have a Nest Learning Thermostat installed, you can add it to your ALC Connect Plus Security System to control it from the ALC Connect Plus App. Tap Connect to Nest. At the next At the dashboard, tap “+” (Add Device).
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any trouble with your system, try these simple steps which should handle most common issues. Problem Possible Solution Make sure it is plugged into an AC Outlet and that the rear connection is inserted correctly. Control Hub Device not working.
TROUBLESHOOTING Factory Default/Reset Insert a paper clip or similar object into the Reset hole for 12 seconds and the system will start the reset process. The system will restore to factory default settings and you may start the setup. — 51 —...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motion Detector Signal Frequency .....................916.8 MHz RF Range (open field conditions) ............... 500 ft (150 M) Max. Detection Range .................. Up to 50 ft (16 M) Detection Angle ........................ 110° Battery Type ................3 x 1.5V AA Batteries (included) Battery Life .......Anticipated life up to 2 years (Supposed 200 triggers per day) Battery Power Monitoring ...........Yes (On device and transmitted to App) Tamper Detection .....................
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