WatchDog Cellular Alert. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. at 800-248- 8873 or 815-436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m. CST, FAX at 815-436-4460, or E-Mail at info@specmeters.com.
General Overview Thank you for purchasing a WatchDog Cellular Alert. This manual describes how to use your WatchDog Cellular Alert (Model #3450, #3450H, #3450W, #3450P) and keep it working accurately for many years. This manual will describe how to use the standard version which is used with a cell phone.
Specifications Hard Case with Handle—8 3/4” x 7” x 4” deep Internal relay 250 V, 1 Amp AC or DC Relay Specifications: Maximum switching power 60 W or 60 VA. Operating Temperature Range: Limited by the batteries being used. Most Alkaline batteries have a recommended operating range of -.4°F to 131°F (-18°C to 55°C) Temperature Range -40°...
Standard Model Setup The standard model is designed to dial a pre-programmed number or the last dialed number on the cell phone (not included). Please refer to your phone manual to setup the number to be dialed. Phone Setup —To view setup video, visit www.specmeters.com Position mounting plate on phone to determine which slots on either end should be used for weaving the tie strap.
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Secure mounting plate to phone. See figures 3 and 4. Figure 3 Figure 4 The secure mounting plate should resemble the following picture. Again ensure the plate is in the correct position by pressing on the sides of the mounting plate and verifying the mounting plate is not pressing on the buttons.
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Attach the actuator to the mounting plate so the arm lines up with Installation and the ‘talk’ or speed dial button. The actuator should snap onto the mounting plate. Test that the actuator is lined up properly by Placement pushing down the arm gently and having it touch the button. This will not harm the arm.
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Battery Setup Place the batteries into the battery pack. Once the batteries are in properly, the LCD display will turn on (for 30 seconds and turn off automatically). The firmware version number will appear on the LCD display when the module is first activated. Testing Actuator After plugging the actuator cables together, test the actuator by pressing the DISPLAY button on the control panel until it reads...
Sensor setup Sensor Setup for Temperature, Water, and Humidity Run the sensor plug into the case through the gland nut. Pass the cable through the cable hook on the panel. Using the cable hook keeps the wire from tangling with the dialer mechanism. Tighten the gland nut once the cable is positioned.
Programming the Control Panel Pressing the DISPLAY button will activate the LCD. When the LCD is on, the DISPLAY button is used to scroll through the various modes. These modes are Off, Test, Setup, Run. Once the desired mode is displayed, select it by pressing the SET button.
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Alert— There are three alert choices: REDIAL will trigger the actuator to press the button on the phone three times to make the call. SPD DIAL will trigger the actuator arm to press the button on the phone once (holding it for 3 seconds) to make the call. (Based on the type of phone that is being used, one, two or three presses of the talk or speed dial button will result in the phone call).
Output Relay Function SETUP The Cellular Alert has a relay that may be used to trigger an ac- tion such as turning on a fan or turning on an irrigation system. This action will be triggered when the sensor crosses above or below the threshold that was determined when programming the control panel.
LED Light Definition There is an LED light that shows through the outside of the case. The light indicates what mode the cellular alert is in. The following chart shows the patterns: Light Pattern Mode Short green flash each 5 sec- Run mode, sensor in normal onds range...
Power Alert Installation Feed the power cord through the gland. The P120 (120VAC) model includes a protective housing for the sensor relay. Once fed through the gland, the power cord must be connected to the sensor relay. Open the protective housing (using a Phillips screwdriver, not included).
Repositioning Actuator Arm Is, after assembling the actuator to the phone, the arm does not rotate enough to depress the phone button, the arm should be repositioned on the actuator hub. Note the position of the actuator after Test mode has been used. Disassemble the arm from the actuator by removing the center screw and pulling the arm off.
Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in material or work- manship for one year from the date of purchase. During the warranty period Spectrum will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation or use, lightning, negligence, accident, or unau- thorized modifications, or to incidental or consequential damages be- yond the Spectrum product.
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