Summary of Contents for DSC Security System Power 864
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WARNING This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read. Now classified in accordance with ANSI/SIA CP-01-2000 (SIA-FAR) User’s Guide ®...
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Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e G u i d e The following chart lists the basic functions of your system alphabetically, and the keys to press for each function. Refer to the listed page number for more information. NOTE: Some functions may not be available on your system.
Tab l e o f C o n t e n t s Keypad Buttons & Lights Displays (LCD Keypads): ...2 Status Lights (All Keypads): ...2 Number Pad (All Keypads): ...2 Function Buttons (All Keypads): ...2 Arrow Keys (LCD5500Z Keypad Only): ...2 Emergency Keys (All Keypads): ...2 Zone Lights (PC55XXZ Keypads): ...2 Function Indicators (LCD5501Z and PC55XXZ Keypads): ...2...
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Customizing Your System Programming Access Codes ...20 Setting the Time and Date ...21 Changing the LCD5500Z Display Language ...21 Changing LCD5500Z Display Brightness/Contrast ...21 Changing Keypad Sounder Loudness ...21 Fire Safety Household Fire Safety Audit ...22 Fire Escape Planning ...22 Glossary System Information For Service ...25...
Keypad Buttons & Lights LCD5501Z Keypad LCD5500Z Keypad PC5532Z (LED) Keypad PC5508Z PC5516Z Your installer may have installed one of these LED keypads if you have 16 or fewer zones on your system. These keypads operate in the same way as the PC5532 keypad.
Displays (LCD Keypads): Fixed Message Display (LCD5501Z Keypad) Shows the status of your security system using an LCD showing fixed words/icons and numbers. The display is described below. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD5500Z Keypad) The LCD shows prompts and system information on two 16-character lines.
About This Guide This Power864 User’s Guide is for anybody using a Power864 Security System. Read this guide thoroughly to learn how to use your security system. Ensure that all users of this system are equally instructed in its use. Important information about fire and burglary alarms is in section 3 on page 12.
Section 1: Introduction Your security system can provide up to three kinds of monitoring: intrusion, fire, and emer- gency. We have designed your DSC Power864 security system to provide you with both flexibility and convenience. Your installer has set up your system with your home or busi- ness in mind.
Fire Detection This equipment is capable of monitoring fire detection devices such as smoke detectors and providing a warning if a fire condition is detected. Good fire detection depends on having an adequate number of detectors placed in appropriate locations. This equipment must be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 (N.F.P.A., Batterymarch Park, Quincey MA 02269).
Section 2: Arming and Disarming Your System This section describes how to perform the basic functions of your system: arming and dis- arming. Read this section carefully. Getting Ready Before you arm your system, make sure that the system is Ready. You can tell that the sys- tem is ready when the Ready light is ON.
Arming Your There are two basic methods for arming your security system. System • Away Arming: Use this method when everyone will be away from the premises. See below. • Stay Arming: Use this method when one or more people will stay on the premises. See page 8.
Bell/Siren Audible Exit Fault In an attempt to reduce false alarms, the Audible Exit Fault is designed to notify you of an Sounds After improper exit when arming the system in the Away mode. In the event that you fail to exit Away Arming the premises during the allotted exit delay period, or if you do not securely close the Exit/ Entry door, the system will notify you that it was improperly armed in two ways: the keypad...
Re-activate bypassed zones To fully arm the system when it has been armed in Stay mode: 1. Press NOTE: When you have re-activated the interior zones, you will not be able to enter areas protected by motion detectors, or open doors and windows. To access these areas, you must enter your [access code] and disarm the system.
Automatic Your installer may have set up your system to arm at a pre-programmed time. If automatic Arming arming has been programmed, when the system reaches the programmed auto-arm time, the keypad buzzers will sound for one minute, and LCD5500Z keypads will display “System Arming in Progress”.
Quick Exit Your installer will tell you if the Quick Exit feature has been enabled on your system. The Quick Exit feature will allow you to exit the premises while the system is armed, without having to disarm and then re-arm the system. To use the Quick Exit feature: 1.
Section 3: Dealing With Alarms and Emergencies If you return to the premises and the bell or siren is on - DO NOT ENTER. Contact local authorities from a nearby safe location. Read this section carefully so that you will know what to do if your system goes into alarm. Your installer will tell you if fire detection equipment has been installed and enabled on your system.
Intrusion A steady bell or siren indicates an intrusion alarm. (Burglary) To silence the alarm: Alarms 1. Enter your [access code]. 2. If the alarm was unintentional, call your central station or local authorities immediately to avoid an unnecessary response. 3.
Calling for All keypads have three pairs of emergency keys. Using these keys you can send an immedi- Help ate Fire, Auxiliary or Panic message to your central station. Press both alarm on the system. Press both Press both IMPORTANT:The Fire, Auxiliary and Panic keys will NOT function unless turned ON by the installer.
Section 4: Using Advanced Functions This section describes how to perform more specialized functions: bypassing zones, turning the door chime on or off, viewing the trouble display and event buffer, and testing your system. NOTE: Your system may have cross zoning enabled. For more information, ask your installer.
Recalling To recall the last set of bypassed zones: Bypassed 1. Press Zones 2. Press 3. To exit bypassing mode and return to the Ready state, press Bypass A Bypass Group is a selection of zones programmed into the system. If you bypass a group of zones on a regular basis, you can program them into the Bypass Group, so that you do Groups not have to bypass each zone individually every time.
Identifying Your system continuously checks for a number of possible trouble conditions. If one of these trouble conditions occurs: Trouble Conditions • the Trouble indicator will be ON until the trouble is fixed; • the keypad will beep twice every 10 seconds until you press any key; •...
Zone Light 2. To exit trouble viewing, press Viewing the The event buffer will show you a list of the last 256 events that have occurred on your sys- tem. You must use an LCD5500Z keypad to view the event buffer. Event Buffer from an 1.
Us in g Ad v an ce d F u nc t io n s : A ll ow in g C o m pu t e r A cc es s t o Y o u r S ys t em LCD5500Z keypads will display the following message when each zone (detector) is activated: “Secure System Before Arming <...
Section 5: Customizing Your System This section describes how to customize your system to your needs. Refer to this section for detailed instructions on: programming access codes, setting the time and date, and adjust- ing the keypad sounders and lights. Programming The master code (code 40) can be used to program system options, arm and disarm the sys- Access Codes...
Setting the You should make sure that your system has the correct time and date. This is important for the auto-arm feature to function correctly, and for accurate reporting of events. Time and Date 1. Press 2. The keypad will now accept 10 consecutive digits: •...
Read this section carefully for important information about fire safety. Household Most fires occur in the home. To minimize this danger, we recommend that a household fire safety audit be conducted and a fire escape plan be developed. Fire Safety 1.
Access code A 4- or 6-digit code that allows access to arming, disarming and other system functions. Alarm When a zone is violated (e.g., a smoke detector detects smoke, a motion detector senses movement, a door with a contact is opened), it will trigger an alarm. Intrusion (burglary) alarm: An alarm triggered by an intrusion detector (e.g., motion detectors, glassbreak detectors, door/window contacts).
Exit delay A timer programmed by your installer. It starts when you arm your system, to allow you a period of time in which to leave the premises. At the end of the exit delay, the system will be armed. Master code The master code is a 4- or 6- digit access code that is used to program system options, to arm and disarm the system, and to program other access codes.
Section 8: System Information Fill out the following information for future reference and store this guide in a safe place. For Service Central Station Information: Account #:____________________________________ Installer Information: Company: ____________________________________ Access Codes Your Master Code is: __________________________________ Additional Access Codes: Code # Access Code Code #...
Limited Warranty Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants the original purchaser that for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase, the product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. During the warranty period, Digital Security Controls Ltd.
WARNING Please Read Carefully N o te t o In stal le rs This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.
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I n d u s t r y C a n a d a S t a t e m e n t NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certifi- cation means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network pro- tective, operational and safety requirements.
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