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VPM5580TC
Instruction Manual
Version 2.0
• W A R N I N G •
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.

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  • Page 1 VPM5580TC Instruction Manual Version 2.0 ™ • W A R N I N G • 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.
  • Page 2 WARNING closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from fires on another Please Read Carefully level of the residence or building. Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of System Failures burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................1 About Your Security System ....................1 General System Operation ....................2 Access Codes ........................2 Accessing Your Security System ...................... 3 Local Access ........................3 Remote Access ........................3 Accessing Partitions ......................3 Fire, Auxiliary and Panic Alarms ..................4 Arming and Disarming ........................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Enter [ ] 1.1 About Your Security System Your DSC security equipment has been designed to give you the greatest possible flexibility and convenience. To fully benefit from the features of your security system, you should read this manual and the Instruction Manual provided with your system very carefully.
  • Page 5: General System Operation

    1.2 General System Operation Your security system is made up of a control panel, keypads, the VPM5580TC, various detection devices, and may have up to four EMS thermostats. The control panel will be mounted out of the way in a utility room or in the basement. The metal cabinet contains the system electronics, fuses and stand-by battery.
  • Page 6: Accessing Your Security System

    Accessing Your Security System With the VPM5580TC you can use a telephone (touch-tone only) to access your security system. This can be done either from a telephone on the premises (Local Access), or from a telephone off the premises anywhere in the world (Remote Access). 2.1 Local Access To access your security system from a Communiqué...
  • Page 7: Fire, Auxiliary And Panic Alarms

    If You Have a Two-Partition System If you have a two-partition system, the VPM5580TC may prompt you to select a partition after entering your access code (as in Section 2—Accessing Your Security System). You will have to select a partition only if: ·...
  • Page 8: Arming And Disarming

    Arming and Disarming With the VPM5580TC, you can use a telephone to arm your system/partition (so that alarms, or other devices, will be activated when a zone on your premises is breached, such as when an Entry-Exit Door is opened). This can be done either locally or remotely. Similarly, you can use a telephone to disarm the system/partition.
  • Page 9: Disarming

    “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay.
  • Page 10: Alarm Memory

    3.5 Alarm Memory Your system will record any alarms that occurred while the system/partition was armed. If an alarm occurred while the system/partition was armed, upon disarming it the following message will be announced: “There are (number) alarms in memory: {Zone XX}.” “There are (number) alarms in memory: {Zone XX}.”...
  • Page 11: Trouble Conditions

    Trouble Conditions The control panel continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions. If one or more of these conditions occur, the regular keypad will beep twice every ten seconds. There is no indication on a telephone until the system is accessed. To hear the trouble conditions present on your system/partition disarm the system (depending on the control panel you have, your system may allow you to enter the Trouble menu without first disarming the system/partition).
  • Page 12: Setting Vpm5580Tc Options

    Setting VPM5580TC Options 5.1 Setting The Time and Date The time and date on the security system will be automatically updated by the Communiqué. To set the time and date on the Communiqué, please see the Communiqué Operation Manual . 5.2 Volume Control The volume of the system messages/prompts can be controlled with this feature.
  • Page 13: Door Chime Feature

    5.4 Door Chime Feature When the Door Chime feature is enabled, a series of beeps will sound from the system’s keypads when certain specified zones are opened or closed. Your installer will inform you if the Door Chime feature is enabled, and which zones on the system will activate the chime. The Door Chime feature can be used to indicate the openings and closings of a door, such as a back door that is not always in sight.
  • Page 14: Home Automation

    Home Automation The Home Automation feature allows you to control items (i.e. devices such as lights, appliances, etc.) with your security system. In addition, if one or more EMS thermostats are installed, temperature can be controlled as well. Each item on your system may have been assigned to follow one or more preprogrammed schedules by your installer.
  • Page 15: How To Use The Item Control Menu

    6.2 How to Use the Item Control Menu From the Home Automation menu, press [1]. The system may prompt you to enter your access code. The system will then prompt you with the Item Control menu. This menu allows you to choose individual items (devices which are controlled by Home Automation) and to turn them ON or OFF: Item Control Menu Function...
  • Page 16: Global Item Control

    Mode Control Menu Function “{Mode XX} is OFF/ON.” “{Mode XX} is OFF/ON.” “{Mode XX} is OFF/ON.” “{Mode XX} is OFF/ON.” “{Mode XX} is OFF/ON.” Indicates whether the current mode is ON or OFF. “To change, press [1].” “To change, press [1].” “To change, press [1].”...
  • Page 17: Temperature Control

    Press the key corresponding to the Output Control you want to activate. If an access code is required, you will hear the prompt: “Enter your access code” “Enter your access code” “Enter your access code” “Enter your access code” “Enter your access code” Enter your [access code].
  • Page 18 Individual Thermostat Control Menu To change settings on any thermostat, press [1]. The system will prompt you with the Individual Thermostat Control menu: Individual Thermostat Control Menu Function “{Thermostat XX}.” “{Thermostat XX}.” “{Thermostat XX}.” “{Thermostat XX}.” “{Thermostat XX}.” Indicates the thermostat selected. “Interior temperature is (XX) degrees.”...
  • Page 19: Accessing Temperature Control From An Lcd5500Z Keypad

    To switch the thermostat to a different Thermostat Mode, press [3]. The system prompts: “The Thermostat Mode is Off/Cool/Heat/Automatic. “The Thermostat Mode is Off/Cool/Heat/Automatic. “The Thermostat Mode is Off/Cool/Heat/Automatic. “The Thermostat Mode is Off/Cool/Heat/Automatic. “The Thermostat Mode is Off/Cool/Heat/Automatic. To change, press [1]. To change, press [1].
  • Page 20 Programming Feature Keys To program a feature key, enter system programming by pressing the PGM key twice and press the Line 6 key. The display will read... Program Feature Keys To enter this section, press the Line 6 key again. Station keys 10 and 11 will turn ON and the display will read...
  • Page 21 Editing Feature Keys To edit an Automation or Security feature key, go to the “Sel Automation or Security” prompt and press a quickly flashing Station key (see “Programming Feature Keys” on the previous page). The display will read… (feature key name) (feature key code) To edit this feature key, press the PGM key.
  • Page 22: Programming Access Codes

    Programming Access Codes The Access Code Programming feature allows you to program access codes (the Master Code may not be changeable with this feature) that will function on the security system as well as on the Communiqué. Your system will either have 4- or 6-digit access codes. Depending on what model of security system you have, you may have the option to program up to 37 of these codes.
  • Page 23: Fire And Safety In The Home

    Fire and Safety in the Home Most fires occur in the home, and to minimize this danger it is recommended that a household fire safety audit be conducted and a family escape plan be developed. 8.1 Household Fire Safety Check your home for the following potential hazards: •...
  • Page 24: Glossary

    Glossary Access Code ....A 4- or 6-digit code that allows users to access arming, disarming and other system functions. Different access codes may be assigned to different users. Item ........Items are devices (e.g. lights, appliances, etc.) that can be controlled within the Home Automation feature of the VPM5580TC system.
  • Page 25 AVIS: L’étiquette de l’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme à certaines normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Industrie Canada n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
  • Page 26 This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relat- Installer’s Lockout ing to normal use. It does not cover: Any products returned to DSC which have the Installer’s Lock- out option enabled and exhibit no other problems will be subject • damage incurred in shipping or handling;...
  • Page 27 FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT TELEPHONE CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS Except for the telephone CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital Security company provided ringers, all connections to the telephone network shall be Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this equipment. made through standard plugs and telephone company provided jacks, or This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed equivalent, in such a manner as to allow for easy, immediate disconnection of the...
  • Page 28 ™ ©1999 Digital Security Controls Ltd. Printed in Canada 29004457 R002...

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