Ness M1-G User Manual

Ness M1-G User Manual

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M1 & M1-G Cross Platform Controller
User's GUIDe
This manual describes operation using KP1,
KP2, KP3 keypads. The M1 Navigator touch
screen keypad is covered separately.
REV2

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  • Page 1 M1 & M1-G Cross Platform Controller User’s GUIDe This manual describes operation using KP1, KP2, KP3 keypads. The M1 Navigator touch screen keypad is covered separately. REV2...
  • Page 2 M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Congratulation on purchasing one of the most advanced security systems on the market. This system consists of a main control unit, one or more keypads, and various contact sensors and detectors. The control unit is generally placed in an out of sight location such as a closet, utility room, etc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide CONTENTS Understanding The Keypad ................4 System Notes ....................6 Operating The System ..................7 User Codes ......................7 Checking the Ready Status ..................7 Arming in the “Away” Mode ..................8 Arming in the “Vacation” Mode ................8 Arming in the “Stay”...
  • Page 4: Understanding The Keypad

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Understanding The Keypad Ready Light - This light will be ON when all burglar zones are secure and the system is OK for arming. If this light is OFF, one or more zones are violated (not secure). For maximum security, all zones should be secured before the system is armed.
  • Page 5 M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Note: As there are several keypad models available; your keypad may differ in appearance and have different keys to the model shown here. The MENU key may be labelled the ELK key on some keypads. Fire - If enabled, this key activates the local fire alarm audibles and reports the alarm to a central monitoring center, if monitoring is included as part of the system.
  • Page 6: System Notes

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide System Notes Central Monitoring Station: _______________________________ Acct. # ______ Installation Company: _______________________________________________ Exit Delay 1 Timer in seconds: _______ Exit Delay 2 Timer: _______ Entry Delay 1 Timer in seconds: _______ Entry Delay 2 Timer: _______ Burglary Alarm (Audible) Cutoff Timer in minutes: _______ Fire Alarm (Audible) Cutoff Timer in minutes: _______ User Code Digits...
  • Page 7: Operating The System

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Operating The System Read this entire section before attempting to operate the system. User Codes <> User Codes are required for arming, disarming, and to authorize certain features of your system. User codes can be either 4 or 6 digits (refer to System Notes). <>...
  • Page 8: Arming In The "Away" Mode

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Arming in the “Away” Mode Away mode arming is the highest arm level, intended for use when the prem- ises is unoccupied. Both perimeter and interior zones will be armed. The Ready light must be on or flashing for the alarm system to be armed. Secure all protected doors and windows.
  • Page 9: Auto Stay Arming

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Auto Stay Arming (Optional) If this feature was enabled by your installer, it will automatically change the arm mode from Away to Stay if you none of the perimeter delayed doors are opened during the exit delay countdown time. Secure all protected doors and windows.
  • Page 10: Bypassing Zones

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Bypassing Zones (Optional) Manual bypassing of a zone will exclude it from the system for the immediate arming period. * [see notes below] Once the system is armed, zone(s) that are bypassed will not be able to activate an alarm. The bypass will remain in effect until: a) the zone bypass is cancelled, or b) the system is disarmed.
  • Page 11: Disarming And Resetting The System

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Disarming and Resetting the System After entering the premises through one of the assigned Entry delayed zones, the keypad will sound a continuous entry delay tone. The keypad will display a count-up of the programmed entry delay time. Refer to the System Notes for the amount of entry time available.
  • Page 12: Alarm Acknowledgments

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Alarm Acknowledgments After an alarm has been silenced by a valid user code, the display will con- tinue to show the alarm type and zone until a valid user code is entered a second time.
  • Page 13: Chime Mode, Turning On And Off

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Chime Mode, Turning On and Off Chime is a function which can provide an audible alert whenever certain doors, windows, or other selected zones are violated. The ideal application is for annunciating whenever someone enters or leaves the premises through a normal doorway.
  • Page 14: Keypad Menus

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Keypad Menus This section explains the use of the most commonly used keypad menus. For additional instruction, consult the installation company. To reach the keypad menus press the center navigation key labeled “MENU”. A user code may be required depending on how the control is programmed.
  • Page 15 M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide devices. Each lighting device must be programmed and installed before it can actually do anything. An example of a lighting device is: “Porch Light”, which could be a powerline carrier lamp module or switch controlled independently from this lighting menu, or from the inclusion in a programmed task.
  • Page 16: Menu 2-Reset Smoke Detectors

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide to select this menu, then press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the list of available keypads. To jump directly to a particular keypad enter it’s two digit number. The current temperature at the keypad will display. Press the * key to exit.
  • Page 17: Menu 3-Walk Test Area (Zones)

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Menu 3-Walk Test Area (zones) Permits a local test of all zones assigned to the system/area. No alarms or troubles are reported during a walk test. To perform a walk test: 1. Press the MENU key. Enter a user code if prompted. 2.
  • Page 18: Menu 5-View (Zone) Status

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Menu 5-View (Zone) Status This allows a comprehensive viewing of the status for all area zones 1. Press the MENU key. Enter a user code if prompted. 2. Use the UP or DOWN arrow keys to find “Menu 5-View Status”. 3.
  • Page 19: Menu 7-Automation Custom Settings

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Menu 7-Automation Custom Settings (Requires Master Level User Code) The installer can assign certain automa- tion functions with the capability to change or modify their start date (mm/dd), start time (hr:mn), or time duration (00000 secs) settings from this menu. This menu displays a text description of the function along with it’s current setting.
  • Page 20 M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide 84-SYSTEM TESTS Allows Battery Test, LCD Test, & Communicator Test. Option 1: Battery Test Places the battery under load for 30 seconds. Battery voltage and system current will be displayed. If the voltage falls below 12.2V, a Low Battery trouble will occur.
  • Page 21: Operation By Telephone

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Operation By Telephone The system may be optionally controlled from a Telephone using push-button “tone” commands. (Some older telephones may not be able to use this func- tion) Consult the installer to determine if this option is available. If available, the control may be operated from an inside telephone, an outside telephone, or both.
  • Page 22 M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide For Zone Status press 4. If the system is not ready this menu can be used to hear the status of any violated zones. Follow the prompts. For Zone Status press 5. Future use. For Zone Status press 6.
  • Page 23: Fire Safety & Maintenance

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Fire Safety & Maintenance If the fire alarm activates, the siren or bell will pulse ON and OFF and the dis- play will show “Fire Alarm”. Always follow your evacuation plan and leave the building immediately, even if the a fire condition is not apparent.
  • Page 24: Emergency Evacuation Plans

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Emergency Evacuation Plans Preparation of an evacuation plan Is of prime importance in fire prevention. Establish a household emergency evacuation plan in the event of fire. Refer to the Smoke Detector instructions (or exact mounting, layout and spacing. Evaluate possible escape routes from your home.
  • Page 25: System Testing

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide System Testing To assure the proper working order, it is recommended that the system be tested once a week using the following procedure. CAUTION: If the system Is monitored by a Central Monitoring Station, always contact them prior to performing this test.
  • Page 26: Fcc Statements (Part 15 & 68)

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Notes Page 26...
  • Page 27: Glossary

    M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Glossary Area (Partition): A room or section of a building having at least one Keypad and one or more zones components. Components assigned to one area are sepa- rated and independently controllable from components assigned to other areas.
  • Page 28 While such occurrences are unusual, they are possible. In this case it may be necessary to either increase the physical separation between the Ness receiver and other devices or if possible change the radio frequency or channel of the other devices.

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