RHINO SMS8 Instructions Manual

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SMS8

Alarm

Control

Panel

8 Zone Alarm Control Panel with LCD Keypad, Inbuilt Dialer

for Back to Base Monitoring and SMS Messaging.

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SMS8

Alarm with PSTN dialer –

standard model

SMS8GSM Alarm with PSTN and GSM

dialers – extended model

Document: SMS8V2.0.doc

Release: 13 August 2003

SMS Messaging

N11156

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Page 1 SMS8 Alarm Control Panel 8 Zone Alarm Control Panel with LCD Keypad, Inbuilt Dialer for Back to Base Monitoring and SMS Messaging. Easy Operation Dialer SMS Messaging I n s t r u c t i o n s N11156...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
SMS8 Series Contents Contents..........................3 1. Introduction ........................6 1.1. Specifications ......................7 1.1.1. Approvals .....................7 1.2. What You Get .....................8 2. Installation........................9 2.1. Overview ......................9 2.1.1. Wiring Summary..................10 2.2. The Main Control Panel..................11 2.3. The Keypad .......................12 2.4. The Outside Siren .....................15 2.5.
Page 4 SMS8 Series 4.2.1.1. Changing User Codes..............40 4.2.1.2. Change the SMS Phone Number............ 41 4.3. Installer Programming..................42 4.3.1. How To Enter ‘Installer Mode’..............42 4.3.2. Option 1 - Installer Code and User Code Programming......44 4.3.2.1. Changing The Master Code..............44 4.3.2.2.
Page 5 SMS8 Series 4.3.6.6. Receiver 2 Format Type ..............70 4.3.6.7. Report Routing..................71 4.3.6.8. Dialer Test Reports ................72 4.3.7. Option 6. Event Reports................73 4.3.7.1. Zone Reports..................73 4.3.7.1.1. Alarm Reporting ................74 4.3.7.1.2. Restore Reporting ................74 4.3.7.1.3. Isolation Reporting ..............75 4.3.7.1.4. RF Battery Reporting..............75 4.3.7.1.5.
Page 6: Introduction
With all the latest technology and ideas, the RhinoCo range of control panels are unique in simplicity in programming and in use. The SMS8 offers eight zones, a siren and a strobe output, auxiliary and switched power terminals for peripherals, and depending on the model purchased, a dialer or dialer and a GSM backup unit.
Page 7: Specifications
Contact ID and SMS Protocols Short Circuit protection (all outputs) Backup to GSM / Pure GSM 1.1.1. Approvals This panel meets the following safety and technical standards set by the Australian Communication Authority: (Applies to both SMS8 & SMS8GSM) A-tick C-tick & N11156 N11156...
Page 8: What You Get
SMS8 Series 1.2. What You Get Below is a list of parts included with system. Item Description Quantity Image Control Panel This All-In-One unit incorporates the brain of the system. This include the built in telephone dialer for when something goes wrong and for back to base reporting functions.
Page 9: Installation
SMS8 Series 2. Installation 2.1. Overview A general overview of the components that may be installed with the alarm system is shown below in the diagram. This also includes an example only of the wires that must be routed through the roof of the building.
Page 11: The Main Control Panel
SMS8 Series 2.2. The Main Control Panel Mounting The control panel or main box should be located in a hidden position away from normal sight (e.g. Linen press). There should be a power point nearby to where the plug pack may be pushed.
Page 12: The Keypad
SMS8 Series 2.3. The Keypad Description The Keypad should be installed at the entrance of the premises to allow for easy arming and disarming when leaving/entering the door. The keypad is where you are able to control all functions of the alarm system and perform any necessary programming.
Page 13 SMS8 Series Wiring Using 4 core cable preferably: Connect the terminals on the keypad to the respective terminal on the main control panel. NOTE: A maximum of four keypads can be connected. If more than one keypad is connected, the other keypads have to be addressed.
Page 15: The Outside Siren
SMS8 Series 2.4. The Outside Siren Description The outside siren performs the following important functions: 1. Provides an alarm sound when the system is triggered lets anyone nearby know that an alarm has occurred]. 2. Provides visual deterrent to any would be thieves.
Page 16 SMS8 Series Example: Siren Box Mounting 1. Drill mounting holes (7mm diameter, 25mm minimum in depth) into the chosen wall. 2. Use a green star plug. Press each one into the 4 main mounting holes. 3. Make a hole and push the wires through the wall and up into the ceiling.
Page 17 SMS8 Series Wiring Note: The DC Siren, Strobe, Tamper, Screamer and Outside Siren box are sold separately. Generally the positive (+) wire from each component such as the strobe and siren is red in colour or contains a red trace. The negative (-) wire from each component is generally black or contains a black trace.
Page 18: The Screamer
SMS8 Series 2.5. The Screamer Description Please note: A screamer is not generally supplied with this alarm panel but may be included with special bundled packages. Screamers are available and sold separately if one hasn’t been included with your package.
Page 19 SMS8 Series then screw them into the ceiling. Wiring The screamer is wired to the BELL and COMM terminals on the control panel in parallel with the DC Siren. RhinoCo Technology © 2002...
Page 20: The Sensors
SMS8 Series 2.6. The Sensors Description Other optional accessories may include: Passive Infrared Sensors Reed Switches Panic buttons Smoke sensors Other various sensors are also available. Mounting Refer to the instructions supplied separately with each sensor you include with or add to the system.
Page 21: The Backup Battery
SMS8 Series 2.7. The Backup Battery You should only connect the backup battery once the wiring has been completed. The back up battery should be connect FIRST before connecting the Mains AC Adaptor. This panel has been specifically designed to only use a 12 Volt, 7 Ampere hour, [12V 7AH] Sealed Lead-Acid Battery.
Page 23: Operation
SMS8 Series 3. Operation 3.0. How To ‘Arm’ The System Before arming the system the system in any mode the keypad must display “READY”. If it is not ready then it is due to a zone being open or triggered. This may mean that a window has been left open, a door is still open or there is movement within the building.
Page 24: How To 'Quick Arm' The System
SMS8 Series 3.1. How To ‘Quick Arm’ The System Use this to arm the system without having to enter a user code. The keypad must display Ready “Ready” before you are able to arm the system. Press Press the Q/H Arm button to arm the system without having to enter a user code.
Page 25: How To 'Home Arm' The System (Stay)
SMS8 Series 3.2. How To ‘Home Arm’ the System (STAY) NOTE: If no zones are programmed to be activated when in HOME mode, Home arm is automatically disabled. This mode is used when protecting your home or office while you are there.
Page 26: Phone Operations
SMS8 Series 3.4. Phone Operations 3.4.0. How to ‘Arm’ via Mobile Phone (GSM model only) To Arm the alarm through Phone Operations be sure Phone Remote is enabled in programming option 4. Send a text message as shown below to the mobile number assigned to the alarm system.
Page 27: How To 'Disarm' Via Mobile Phone (Gsm Model Only)
SMS8 Series 3.4.1. How to ‘Disarm’ via Mobile Phone (GSM model only) To Disarm the alarm through Phone Operations be sure Phone Remote is enabled in programming option 4. Send a text message as shown below to the mobile number assigned to the alarm system.
Page 28: How To Check Status Via Mobile Phone (Gsm Model Only)
SMS8 Series 3.4.2. How to Check Status via Mobile Phone (GSM model only) To Check the Status of the alarm through Phone Operations be sure Phone Remote is enabled in programming option 4. Send a text message as shown below to the mobile number assigned to the alarm system.
Page 29: Phone Messages (Sms)
SMS8 Series 3.4.3. Phone Messages (SMS) Some examples of SMS messages that may be sent to you from the alarm system are as follows: You will receive this message when your alarm has Account No 9991 been triggered by the back door.
Page 30: How To Isolate Zones
SMS8 Series 3.5. How To Isolate Zones Ensure the keypad is Ready displaying “Ready”. Press Press the Menu Key The display will show the Isolate Zone following: Menu=N Enter=Y (times out in 10 seconds) Press Press the Enter Key to select isolate zones.
Page 31 SMS8 Series Press Press the zone number you wish to isolate. Pressing (example only) “3” will isolate zone 3. This is an example only. The display will show the following. Zone NO: Not Isolate Not Isolate will be displayed as Not Shunt in the GSM Version.
Page 32: How To Enter 'Test Mode
SMS8 Series 3.6. How To Enter ‘Test Mode’ The TEST MENU will allow the installer to perform a WALK TEST of the Zones, a SIREN & STROBE TEST, DIALER TEST, and a BATTERY TEST. Press Press the Menu Key twice from the ready screen.
Page 33: Siren & Strobe Test
SMS8 Series 3.5.2. Siren & Strobe Test Press This will allow the installer to test the SIREN Siren/Stb and the STROBE. The siren and strobe will Menu=N Enter=Y activate for 3 seconds. If the siren and strobe are not wired you will not be able to perform this test.
Page 34: Battery Test
SMS8 Series 3.5.4. Battery Test Press Batt Test The battery test performs a dynamic test of the Menu=N Enter=Y battery under load by disconnecting the AC supply from the charger, this test will take approximately 2 minutes and upon completion...
Page 35: How To Enter 'Service Mode
SMS8 Series 3.7. How To Enter ‘Service Mode’ If the keypad is showing a SERVICE message, enter the SERVICE MESSAGE menu by following these steps. Press Press the Menu Key four times from the ready screen. The display will show the Service Msg following.
Page 36: Resetting The Alarm
SMS8 Series 3.8. Resetting The Alarm If a violation of a zone has occurred while the system was armed this will be shown on the display, follow these steps to clear the memory. Press Press the Menu Key five times from the ready screen.
Page 37: Programming
SMS8 Series 4. Programming 4.1. General Programming Throughout programming, 3 common keys are used. MENU, ENTER and CANCEL keys are used to navigate through the various programmable options. Their functions are outlined below. This key is used for cycling through either a menu or options.
Page 38: Quick Programming Guide
SMS8 Series 4.1.1. Quick Programming Guide Programming End User Installer Programming Programming SMS Phone User Codes Number Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Option 5 Option 6 Installer Zone Emergency Timer & Dialer Event code & Programming Keys...
Page 39: End User Programming
SMS8 Series 4.2. End User Programming This area is for the changing of the user PIN numbers and the SMS phone number that the system will send messages to in the event of the alarm being activated. 4.2.1. How To Enter ‘User Mode’...
Page 40: Changing User Codes
SMS8 Series 4.2.1.1. Changing User Codes Press This will allow you to change user codes 1 to Select User 16. User 1 is the Master Code. Menu=N Enter=Y Change User Code:1234 Enter the new 4 digit code for the displayed user...
Page 41: Change The Sms Phone Number
SMS8 Series 4.2.1.2. Change the SMS Phone Number Press This will allow you to change the SMS phone Program SMS number. Menu=N Enter=Y Enter Ph No 0416036583 Enter the new mobile phone number Press to save the new phone number.
Page 42: Installer Programming
SMS8 Series 4.3. Installer Programming This area is generally used when the system is first installed into the premises or when changing system components (adding/removing detectors and sensors), after defaulting the system. 4.3.1. How To Enter ‘Installer Mode’ Ensure the keypad is Ready displaying “Ready”.
Page 43 SMS8 Series Press Press the Enter key to select Install mode. The display will show Enter Code the following. Enter the Installers code. Default is 012345. The display will show Enter 1-6 the following. Press for installer code and user code programming OR...
Page 44: Option 1 - Installer Code And User Code Programming
SMS8 Series 4.3.2. Option 1 - Installer Code and User Code Programming This menu will enable you to change the installer code, master code and any user code. The panel can store up to 16 user codes. Once you enter option 1 from installers mode the display will show the following.
Page 45: Changing User Codes
SMS8 Series 4.3.2.2. Changing User Codes Select User Select a user 2 – 16. Press repeatedly to exit and disregard any changes. User No: The display will show the CODE: 5234 following (example only). Enter the new 4 digit code for the displayed user...
Page 46: Option 2 - Zones
SMS8 Series 4.3.3. Option 2 - Zones Once you enter option 2 from installers mode the display will show the following. Press Program Zone 1 Press Menu to select the next Menu=N Enter=Y zone. This will cycle through the zones.
Page 47: Chime
SMS8 Series 4.3.3.2. Chime Chime Press to change the setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. will disable chime. will sound the keypad buzzer when a zone is triggered when the system is in the disarmed state.
Page 48: Zone Restore
SMS8 Series 4.3.3.4 Zone Restore Zn Restore On Disarm Press to change the setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. On Disarm Once the time out period has finished, that zone cannot be re-triggered until the alarm is disarmed and then re-armed.
Page 49: Zone Isolation
SMS8 Series 4.3.3.6. Zone Isolation Isolation Press to change the setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. will disable the zone from being isolated. will enable the zone to be isolated. Press Press enter to save the setting and move forward to the next feature.
Page 50: Zone Response Time
SMS8 Series 4.3.3.8. Zone Response Time Response 500 Msec Press to change the setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. 20 Msec The zone must be open for 20 milli-seconds before it will be trigger and register as an alarm.
Page 51: Zone Name
SMS8 Series 4.3.3.10. Zone Name Zone Name Lounge Press to change the setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. The name that you choose for the particular zone will be shown on the keypad and on SMS messages.
Page 52: Option 3 - Emergency Keys
SMS8 Series 4.3.4. Option 3 - Emergency Keys Once you enter option 3 from installers mode the display will show the following. Emerg Press Press Menu to move to the Menu=N Enter=Y Timer & Control options or press repeatedly to exit back to the ready screen.
Page 53: Medical Siren
SMS8 Series 4.3.4.2. Medical Siren Medic Press Press Enter to select the Menu=N Enter=Y panic option Siren Type The display will show the Pulsing following. Press Press to keep the current setting or press to select one repeatedly to exit of the options back to the previous menu.
Page 54: Fire Siren
SMS8 Series 4.3.4.3. Fire Siren Fire Press Press Enter to select the Menu=N Enter=Y panic option Siren Type The display will show the Pulsing following. Press Press to keep the current setting or press to select one repeatedly to exit of the options back to the previous menu.
Page 55: Option 4 - Timers / Control
SMS8 Series 4.3.5. Option 4 - Timers / Control Once you enter option 4 from installers mode or from the previous menu the display will show the following. Press Cntrl/Timers Press Menu to select the next Menu=N Enter=Y menu or press repeatedly to exit back to the ready screen.
Page 56: Exit Delay
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.2. Exit Delay Exit Delay Press to change the Exit Delay setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. The times are in seconds This feature determines the amount of time that the user(s) has to exit the premises.
Page 57: Dial Offset
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.4. Dial Offset Dial Offset Press to change the Dialer Offset setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. The times are in hours. This feature allows the user to select what time of the day the panel will perform a dialer test.
Page 58: Ac Timer Delay
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.6. AC Timer Delay Ac Timer Dly 15 m Press to change the AC Timer Delay setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. The times are in minutes. This is the maximum time allowed for the AC power to be off from the panel before the AC FAIL message is generated if programmed.
Page 59: Battery Period
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.8. Battery Period Batt Period 24 h Press to change the Battery Offset setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Description 24 h Sends a message every 24 hours if the battery is flat. Sends a message every 7 days if the battery is flat.
Page 60: Line Delay
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.9. Line Delay Line Delay 24 h Press to change the Line Delay setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. This is the maximum time allowed for the Telephone line to be disconnected from the panel or for the wrong line voltage being detected before the LINE DELAY message is generated and sent via SMS message to the programmed number.
Page 61: Bell Reverse
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.10. Bell Reverse Bell Reverse Press to change the Bell Reverse setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Bell Reverse will enable the BELL output to rest at +12V and go open circuit when triggered.
Page 62: Dial Enable
RF Remote setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. (RF version only) This feature when enabled allows the SMS8 RX to remotely arm/disarm the system. This will not allow the SMS8RX receiver to work with the SMS8 alarm panel.
Page 63: Phone Remote (Gsm Only)
Ph Remote setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. (GSM version only) This feature when enabled allows the SMS8 to be armed, disarmed, or to show its status by sending an SMS to the system.
Page 64: Open Override
SMS8 Series 4.3.5.15. Open Override Open Ov_ride Press to change the Open Override setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Only applicable when using the CID or GSM-CID formats. When enabled this will allow the panel to send an open report only after an alarm has occurred (you must also disable open and close reports).
Page 65: Option 5. Dialer
SMS8 Series 4.3.6. Option 5. Dialer Once you enter option 5 from installers mode or from the previous menu the display will show the following. Press Dial Menu Press Menu to select the next Menu=N Enter=Y (Event Report) menu or press repeatedly to exit back to the ready screen.
Page 66: Phone Number 1
SMS8 Series 4.3.6.2. Phone Number 1 Phone1 Enter the new phone number for 0416000000 Press repeatedly to Phone 1. exit and disregard any changes. This number is sent on SMS messages and used as an identification if multiple panels are reporting back to one number.
Page 67: Phone Number 2
SMS8 Series 4.3.6.3. Phone Number 2 Phone2 Enter the new phone number for 0416000000 Press repeatedly to Phone 2. exit and disregard any changes. This number is sent on SMS messages and used as an identification if multiple panels are reporting back to one number.
Page 68: Sms Network Phone Number
SMS8 Series 4.3.6.4. SMS Network Phone Number SMS_NetPh Enter the new phone number for the 018018767 Press repeatedly SMS Network. to exit and disregard any Display for GSM Version changes. CAUTION! You should change this to 125 107 – The 018018767 018018767 number is being phased out.
Page 69: Receiver 1 Format Type
SMS8 Series 4.3.6.5. Receiver 1 Format Type Rec1 Form Press to change the format of Receiver 1 / Phone1. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Contact ID for Back To Base monitoring via fixed line. Short Message Services for text messages to your mobile phone via fixed line.
Page 70: Receiver 2 Format Type
SMS8 Series 4.3.6.6. Receiver 2 Format Type Rec2 Form Press to change the format of Receiver 2 / Phone2. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Contact ID for Back To Base monitoring. Short Message Services for text messages to your mobile phone.
Page 71: Report Routing
Rec1 Only The alarm will only dial Phone 1. Rec2 Only The alarm will only dial Phone 2 (SMS8 Version only) Rec 1 & 2 The alarm will dial Phone 1 and Phone 2. Rec 2 Back The alarm will dial Phone 1.
Page 72: Dialer Test Reports
SMS8 Series 4.3.6.8. Dialer Test Reports Dial Test Press to change the dialer test setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. This will enable automatic dialer test reports. This will disable automatic dialer test reports. Press Press enter to save the new setting and move to the next (Event Reports) menu.
Page 73: Option 6. Event Reports
SMS8 Series 4.3.7. Option 6. Event Reports Once you enter option 6 from installers mode or from the previous menu the display will show the following. Press Rpt Menu Menu=N Enter=Y to go back to the installer options Press Press Enter to select the Report menu.
Page 74: Alarm Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.1.1. Alarm Reporting Alarm Press to change the Alarm Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Note the zone number on the top right hand side of the display. After pressing Enter repeatedly to scroll through the first set of features the same features will be displayed for the next zone.
Page 75: Isolation Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.1.3. Isolation Reporting Isolate Press to change the Isolation Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Will enable the dialer when an isolation event occurs. Will disable the dialer when an isolation event occurs.
Page 76: Rf Loss Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.1.5. RF Loss Reporting RF lost Press to change the RF Loss Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. An RF Loss event occurs when one or more of the Wireless sensors has been missing from the system for more than 24 hours.
Page 77: Events Menu
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.2. Events Menu Press Events Press repeatedly to Menu=N Enter=Y exit back to the ready screen. to go back to the Zone Report menu. Press Press Enter to select the Report menu. 4.3.7.2.1. Open Reporting Open Press to change the Open Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below.
Page 78: Close Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.2.2. Close Reporting Close Press to change the Close Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Will enable the dialer when an close or arming event occurs. Will disable the dialer when an open or arming event occurs.
Page 79: Medical Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.2.4. Medical Reporting Medic Press to change the Medical Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. This refers to the key if held for 2 seconds on your keypad. Will enable the dialer when a medical event occurs.
Page 80: Duress Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.2.6. Duress Reporting Duress Press to change the Duress Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. A Duress is triggered by the User code 8 being entered. Will enable the dialer when a Duress event occurs.
Page 81: Low Backup Battery Reporting
SMS8 Series 4.3.7.2.8. Low Backup Battery Reporting Sys_batt Press to change the Low Backup Battery Reporting setting. A detailed list of the settings is shown below. Will enable the dialer to send low battery notification messages when the back up battery is low.
Page 83: Defaulting The System
SMS8 Series 4.4. Defaulting The System 1. Remove all power from the SMS8 panel. 2. Place a short on the default pads on the main board. Defaulting Pads 3. Power up the panel by either connecting the AC plugpack or the backup battery.
Page 84: Warranty
SMS8 Series 5. Warranty 5.1. Warning Limitations & Warranty While this system is an advanced security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or any 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 85 SMS8 Series LIMITED WARRANTY Cornick Pty Ltd (ABN 74 001 621 610) (Seller), warrants its products to be in conformance with its own plans and specifications and to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Sellers obligation shall be...

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