Arlec AM720 Operating Instructions

Programming cont. PROGRAMMING cont.
This security number can be selected by you sound for 1 minute and shut off automatically
and is used to arm and disarm the unit. Enter unless turned off by entering the security
your security code as follows. code followed by the ' # ' key.
Enter the factory preset security code '11'

TROUBLESHOOTING

then press ' * '. (A single beep will be heard
and the green LED will flash).
Any problems after installation can be solved
While the LED is flashing enter your own by reading the following checklist.
security code (up to four digits) then press
• Check that all house code switches in the
' * ' again. (A musical tune will be heard).
Sensors and Control Panel are set the same
To change your security code, repeat the (slide and piano style switches).
above instructions but use your old security
• Doors and walls may reduce the wireless
code instead of the factory preset number.
range to less than 20 metres. Re-install the
Arm & Disarm
Control Panel in a more central position to
the Sensors. Metal structures will reduce
Arm the unit by simply entering your
wireless range.
security code then press the ' # ' button
and a single long beep will be heard. The • Control Panel
green LED will light for approximately 30 Check batteries are new, good quality
seconds (exit delay) to indicate the unit is alkaline type and installed with the correct
armed. While there is movement in front of polarity (2 x AA). Check that the AC
the Movement Activated Sensors during this adaptor is correctly fitted and switched on.
time, the green LED's on the sensors and red Check that the personal security code has
LED on the Control Panel will light, indicating been correctly programmed in. Four short
the sensors are detecting movement or the beeps indicates that the code is set
door is opening. Thirty seconds after you arm incorrectly or has reverted to the factory
the system, the green LED will extinguish and default of ' 11 '. Check the Control Panel
the system will become fully armed. for flat batteries.
As the secured area is entered, the LED's • Movement Activated Sensor
on the sensors will flash and the Control Check that the 9V alkaline (good quality)
Panel will beep once to indicate that you battery has been installed correctly.
have 8 seconds in which to disarm the unit. Check that the Movement Activated Sensor
To disarm, simply re-enter your security is not more than 20 metres from the
code and press the ' # ' button. The unit Control Panel. If the Movement Activated
will emit a double beep to indicate that it Sensor is mounted near metal objects, it
is now disarmed. may have to be relocated. Arm the Control
Panel and walk in front of the Movement
If the unit is not disarmed within the 8
Activated Sensor. The green LED on the
seconds, the piezo siren will emit a loud
Movement Activated Sensor and the
sound and the strobe light will flash to alert
Control Panel should light momentarily.
the occupants of the house to an intruder. To
After two minutes the unit will again be
disarm the unit under these circumstances,
ready to sense, reset alarm and test again.
simply re-enter your security code and then
Metal structures will reduce wireless range.
press the ' # ' button.
• Window/Door Sensor

Panic Button

Check that the 12V (A23) battery has been
The panic button can be pressed at anytime.
installed correctly. Check that the gap
This will cause the unit to emit a siren sound
between parts is not more that 10mm.
and activate the strobe light and the green
Check that the Window/Door Sensor is not
LED as if it has detected an intruder.
more than 20 metres from the Control
WARNING - once pressed, the alarm will
Panel. If the Window/Door Sensor is
TROUBLESHOOTING cont.

SPECIFICATIONS

mounted near metal objects, it may have
Entrance delay time
to be relocated. Arm the Control Panel and
open the secured door. The red LED on the
Exit delay time
Door sensor & Control Panel should light
momentarily. In case of non-operation, first
replace all batteries.
Low battery

• External Siren

indicator
Check that each of the 4xAA batteries
have been installed correctly. Check the
connector is inserted fully into the Control
Panel marked "EXT. SIREN". Check cable
Alarm sound reset
for wear or breakage.
time

IMPORTANT

Intruder indication
• DO NOT drop any alarm components.
• DO NOT install the Movement Activated
Sensors close to an internal heating or
Alarm output
cooling source.
• DO NOT install the alarm in a position
where direct sunlight may occur. Wireless range of
transmitters
• DO NOT use rechargeable batteries in any
alarm components.
Movement Activated
• Use Alkaline type batteries only. Sensor range
• DO NOT mix different types of batteries in
The operating frequency of this unit
the Control Panel.
falls within the permissible frequency
• The alarm components must be kept
range as prescribed by the relevant
indoors.
government authority.
• We recommend alkaline batteries for best
performance and value for money.
GUARANTEE*
• The Movement Activated Sensors will
detect small pets such as dogs or cats, it is Arlec guarantees this product against defects of materials and workmanship for a
period of 12 months from the date of purchase provided that the product is used in
therefore essential that your pets are kept
accordance with Arlec's recommendations and within such voltage and current
limits as are specified by Arlec in relation to the product. Arlec will at its own
out of the detection area when the alarm is
option make good, replace with the same or similar product, or provide credit for
any product manufactured or supplied by it, which proves to be defective within
activated.
the limits set out above provided that no repairs, alterations or modifications to the
product have been undertaken or attempted, other than by the company or its
• This alarm system is designed to be a
authorised agents. Should the purchaser wish to make a claim under the
guarantee, the product should be returned pre-paid to the place of purchase.
deterrent, it does not in any way guarantee
This guarantee is in addition to and does not take away from any rights available
protection. It is simply an alarm signal. to the consumer under the Trade Practices Act and the State consumer protection
legislation.
• Guarantee excludes any batteries supplied
Proof of Purchase
with the unit.
• Please retain your purchase receipt for
• Keep these instructions in a secure place in
all warranty claims.
case further reference to them is required.
For all Sales enquiries
Phone (03) 9727 8860 Fax 1300 360 650
© This instruction leaflet is subject to copyright and must
not be reproduced, copied or otherwise used in any
way or for any purpose without the consent in writing of
the owner, Arlec Australia Pty Ltd (ACN 009 322 105).
* Guarantee excludes batteries.
Wireless Alarm
8 seconds
30 seconds after
no movement
at Sensors.
System
Red LED flashes
approx. once per
second and single
beep every
20 seconds.
1 minute
Installation & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Green LED will light
after resetting of
alarm to indicate a
burglar was detected.
approx. 110dB at
1 metre.
20 metres approx..
7 metres approx.
and 90° scan angle.
STD
PLUS
Secure-it Max
MAX
CPIN002023
AM720