ENGLISH EM8605 - Basic Wireless GSM Alarm System Starter Kit Table of contents 1.0 Introduction ......................4 1.1 Packing contents ....................4 2.0 Explanation of the Alarm system ................4 2.1 Front ........................4 2.2 Rear ........................6 3.0 Preparation ......................6 3.1 GSM SIM card ....................
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ENGLISH 7.0 Remote control ....................26 7.1 Front of remote control ..................26 7.2 Arm the alarm ....................26 7.3 Disarm the alarm ..................... 27 7.4 In-home mode ....................27 7.5 Silent mode ..................... 27 7.6 Panic button ....................28 7.7 Register a new remote control .................
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The EM8605 alarm system will send you a text message or gives you a call when there is an alarm. In order to do so, the system needs a SIM card from a mobile phone provider.
ENGLISH 3.2 Download APP The EM8605 system can be set and operated with an APP, but it can also be fully used with SMS commands. The APP is only available for Android and Apple (iOS) phones. Search for the "EM8605" APP in the Google Play store or the Apple Store.
24-hours-group. Notice: In the manuals of the accessories there is also mentioned a “Single-group” the single group is not supported by the EM8605 sensors configured as Single zone will work as a Normal group on the EM8605.
You can enable the full or in-home security by using the Alarm system, remote control, the EM8605 APP or your mobile phone. When the jumper settings are set to D1 and D2 the sensor is configured in the Home- group.
10 | ENGLISH 3.7 Register wireless siren The wireless siren is an extra accessory. To register the siren to the system press shortly the connect button of the siren. The LED will turn on. Press the “SOS” of the control panel. You will hear a beep to notify you the registration is successful. 4.0 Operating the Alarm System 4.1 Change language Send a text message with the text 0001 to the alarm system.
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Send a text message with the text 0039 to the alarm system. The language will be set to Italian. 0039 Avvenuto Correttamente. The language can also be modified by using the “EM8605” APP. This App is explained in chapter 5. With the EM8605 APP:...
12 | ENGLISH 4.2 Text message commands All settings of the system can be controlled and configured by sending text messages to the system. Before you power up the alarm system install a mobile SIM card first. Notice: make sure the PIN and voicemail of the SIM card are both disabled.
5.0 Apple and Android APP The EM8605 system can be controlled and configured by using the “EM8605” APP. Search for the EM8605 APP in the Apple App-store or in the Google Play Store. Download and install the APP on your phone.
1. Start the APP on your phone and select ‘Add Account’ 2. Enter a name for the alarm system (example: EM8605) and enter the mobile number of the SIM card installed in the alarm system. Start with the country code (example UK 0044).
15 | ENGLISH 4. After you have selected the account you will see the Alarm system. With the Alarm system you can control the alarm system. To enter the settings menu you need to swipe the screen to the left. 5.2 Delete an account To delete an account, there are different methods for Apple and Android.
16 | ENGLISH 5.3 Secure the APP with a PIN/Passcode The APP has the possibility to secure the access to the APP and settings with a Passcode. Follow the instructions below to set this security feature. At the main screen tap the “Passcode” button •...
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17 | ENGLISH Enter a 4 digit PIN/Passcode you wish to use to access the APP • Repeat the PIN/Passcode for verification • Restart the APP and you will be prompted to enter the PIN/Passcode. Once you • entered the PIN/Passcode you will get access to the APP...
18 | ENGLISH 5.4 Control the alarm system Below you will find an explanation of each function. Disarm the Arm the alarm alarm system system Call-back monitor 5.5 Configure the alarm system by using the APP The configuration of the alarm system is done by sending text messages to the SIM card of the alarm system or by using the APP.
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Copy above text into a new text message, modify the text and send the text message to the GSM-number of the alarm system: TEL: 1.00446123654789 2.00446333222558 3.00446223366998 4.00446557788112 5.00446552233668 Store phone numbers successfully. With the EM8605 APP: 00446123654789 00446333222558 00446223366998 00446557788112 00446552233668...
20 | ENGLISH 6.2 Alarm notifications The alarm system will check the programmed phone numbers one by one. Firstly every number will get a text message. When this is fulfilled the alarm system will start calling the programmed numbers. If one of the phone number has the voicemail enabled the system will continue to call the next phone number.
ENGLISH Change zone information successfully. With the EM8605 APP: 6.4 Low battery warning of a sensor by text message Notice: This function is only available for sensors with a 2-way communication (example: EM8650). You will receive a text message when the battery level is low.
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Alarm delay time (0-300sec): 0 Copy above text into a new text message, modify the text and send the text message to the GSM-number of the alarm system: Alarm delay time (0-300sec): 30 Set alarm delay time successfully. With the EM8605 APP:...
Copy above text into a new text message, modify the text and send the text message to the GSM-number of the alarm system: Siren volume (0 Mute, 1 Low, 2 Medium, 3 High): 1 Siren ringing time (1-9 min): 4 Set siren volume and ringing time successfully. With the EM8605 APP:...
Wait for 3 beeps to confirm the Alarm system has been restored to factory defaults. 6.9 Removing the registered Accessories To remove all registered accessories from the EM8605 please follow these instructions: Push and hold the button on the back of the alarm system until 2 beeps are heard (all registered accessories will be removed from the EM8605).
25 | ENGLISH 6.11 Turn off the operation indicator LED The operation indication LED on the side panel of the alarm system can be switched off by sending a text message to the alarm system. 6.12 Turn on the operation indicator LED The operation indication LED on the side panel of the alarm system can be switched on by sending a text message to the alarm system.
26 | ENGLISH 7.0 Remote control 7.1 Front of remote control LED Indicator In-home Disarm security Panic button 7.2 Arm the alarm Press to arm the alarm. The LED indicator will light up shortly and the siren will give a short beep to confirm the system is active.
27 | ENGLISH 7.3 Disarm the alarm Press to disarm the alarm. The LED indicator will light up shortly and the siren will beep 2 times to confirm the system is disarmed. 7.4 In-home mode Press . All sensors configured in the normal-group will be enabled; the sensors in the Home-group will stay disabled.
28 | ENGLISH without disturbing the other inhabitants. (The alarm system itself will confirm with a short sound signal) 7.6 Panic button Regardless the status of het alarm; armed or disarmed, by pressing the button the alarm system will immediately enable the panic status. 7.7 Register a new remote control 1.
29 | ENGLISH 8.0 Install motion detector 8.1 front of motion detector Detection window LED indicator Mounting bracket LED indicator: Flashes continuously: Motion detector is performing a self-test Flashes 1x: Motion detected Flashes 2x: Self-test completed. Motion detector is active Flashes once per 3 seconds: Battery power low, exchange battery* * You will receive a text message if battery level is low.
24-hours-group. Notice: In the manuals of the accessories there is also mentioned a “Single-group” the single group is not supported by the EM8605 sensors configured as Single zone will work as a Normal group on the EM8605.
31 | ENGLISH 8.3 Rear motion detector Test button 8.3.1 Test mode After the self-test has finished press the test button once. The motion detector will send a trigger signal (flashes 1x). 8.3.2 Activated If the motion sensor is triggered more than 2 times within 3 minutes the device switches automatically to power saving mode.
32 | ENGLISH Notice: During the registration process be sure no other sensor is triggered. If a motion detector is in the same room make sure you cover the motion detector or place the motion detector temporarily in a different room. 8.4 Installation tips Avoid installation of the motion detector in range of a window, air-conditioning, radiator, refrigerator, oven, direct sunlight or other places with high temperature...
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33 | ENGLISH Motion detectors are usually placed at 2 meters from the floor on the wall. First install the mounting bracket before placing the motion detector in the bracket. Point the detector in the direction you wish to secure. Test if the motion detector is working properly in test mode (see chapter 8.5).
34 | ENGLISH Side view Top view 8.5 Test the motion detector 1. After you fully installed the motion detector and the self-test is completed you can test the motion detector by walking within the range of the motion detector from one side to the other side.
35 | ENGLISH 9.0 Install the Window/Door sensor 9.1 Front window/door sensor LED Indicator Magnet Sensor LED indicator: Flashes 1x: Window/Door is detected as open. Flashes quickly: Battery power low, exchange battery* * You will receive a text message if battery level is low. The message contains the following information (up to sensor 9) sensor name with additionally the text ‘battery almost empty’.
24-hours-group. Notice: In the manuals of the accessories there is also mentioned a “Single-group” the single group is not supported by the EM8605 sensors configured as Single zone will work as a Normal group on the EM8605.
37 | ENGLISH The distance between the sensor and the magnet must not exceed 1cm. Mount both parts with the supplied double-sided tape. You can also choose to mount the sensor by using screws. It’s not recommended to install the sensor in a room with a lot of metal. Neither mount the sensor on constructions.
38 | ENGLISH 10.0 Technical specifications 10.1 Alarm system Power supply 110 – 240V AC 50-60Hz Output 12V DC 500mAh Mobile GSM frequency 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900Mhz Stand-by current 80mA Alarm current 170mA Back-up battery Lithium-Ion battery 7,4V 500mA rechargeable Internal siren 110dB Maximum amount of sensors...
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