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DSC 2550
TO CHANGE OR ADD A CODE:
Press *5
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Enter your master On/Off code
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Enter user number to change (1 - 8)(master code is 1)
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Enter new 4 digit code
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Press # #
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Get a green ready light and test your new code.
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TO CHANGE OR ADD A CODE:
Press *5, Enter your master On/Off code, Enter user number to change (1 - 8), Enter new 4 digit code, Press # #. Get a
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green ready light and test your new code.
MY YELLOW TROUBLE LIGHT IS ON &/OR BEEPING:
To Silence the keypad beeping at any time, press (*) (2) (#). The trouble light will remain on until the trouble
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condition is cleared, but the beeping will stop.
• Press (*) (2) to determine what the trouble is
One of the zone numbers will be illuminated. This zone number corresponds to one of the the trouble conditions listed below.
Please call or e-mail for help in resetting your system. The yellow trouble light should never be on.
Trouble 1=Low back-up battery in the main control panel (basement or utility room).
You will need to replace your 12v 5 ah rechargeable battery - we can send it to you via UPS for you to change yourself or
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you can schedule a service call.
Trouble 2=Electric Failure
Electric is out
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Alarm transformer is unplugged
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Circuit breaker is tripped
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Trouble 4=No Dial tone on your land line phone (call your phone line provider)
Did you get rid of your land line?
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Did you change phone line providers?
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Did you switch from Comcast to Verizon?
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Did you change or move your phone modem?
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Trouble 5=Failure to communicate to central station. This means the alarm was activated but the signal did not reach the central
station.
Did you get rid of your land line?
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Did you change phone line providers?
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Did you switch from Comcast to Verizon?
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Did you change or move your phone modem?
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You can try to reset your phone modem and then call to test the alarm into the central station. In some cases, the central station
can help clear this trouble.
Trouble 6=Bell Circuit Trouble
Trouble 7=Smoke detector Circuit Trouble
Trouble 8= Loss Of Time on System Clock - (see below to reset time)
TO SET CLOCK (trouble 8)
Step 1 – Enter time/date programming by pressing [*][6] + [Master Code] + [1]
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Step 2 – Enter [HH:MM]
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Step 3 – Press [#] to exit
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Note: Program the time using military standard (e.g. 8:00 pm = 20:00 hours)
For Example: 8:00 pm [*] [6] + [4 Digit on/off code] + [1] 2000 [#]
For Example: 8:00 am [*] [6] + [4 Digit on/off code] + [1] 0800 [#]
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- Page 1 Most Frequently Asked Questions DSC 2550 TO CHANGE OR ADD A CODE: Press *5 • Enter your master On/Off code • Enter user number to change (1 - 8)(master code is 1) • Enter new 4 digit code • Press # # •...
- Page 2 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ® PC255O...
- Page 3 Canadian Department of Communications Notice NOTICE: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
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Page 4: System Reference
SYSTEM REFERENCE Zone Protected Area Zone Type ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ ________________________________ _______________________ Fire Zone ________________________________ [F] Key Enabled Disabled [A] Key Enabled Disabled [P] Key Enabled Disabled Access Codes Master Code: ___________ [2] _____________ [3] _______________ [4] _______________ [5] _______________ [6] _____________ [7] _______________ [8] _______________ [9] _______________... -
Page 5: Important Note
A WORD ABOUT YOUR SYSTEM The PC2550 Security System has been designed to give you the greatest possible flexibility and convenience. Read this manual carefully and become familiar with the operation of your Security System. Your installer will tell you which commands listed in this manual apply to your system. -
Page 6: Master Code
MASTER CODE The 4 digit Master Code is used for arming and disarming the system, for programming additional access codes, and for changing other features. The Master Code will be supplied to you by your installer. All keypad entries are made by pressing one key at a time and may be changed by you at any time if the installer selects an option. -
Page 7: Alarm Memory Display
DISARMING Enter the premises only through the door indicated by your installer as the entry/exit door. The keypad sounder will be ON. Go to the keypad and enter the [4 digit access code]. If an error is made entering the code, press the [#] key and enter the code again. -
Page 8: Trouble Display
TROUBLE DISPLAY The PC2550 continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions. If one of these conditions occurs, the keypad sounder will beep quickly twice every 10 seconds and the keypad “Trouble” indicator will light. Pressing any key on the keypad will silence the beeper but the “Trouble”... - Page 9 IMPORTANT Test system weekly, have system trouble conditions corrected by installer. PRESS [F] for 2 seconds to activate FIRE transmission. PRESS [A] for 2 seconds to activate an AUXILIARY transmission. PRESS [P] for 2 seconds to activate PANIC transmission. THESE BUTTONS WILL NOT FUNCTION UNLESS PROGRAMMED BY INSTALLER. COLORED LABELS ON KEYPAD DOOR INDICATE WHICH KEYS ARE ACTIVE.
- Page 10 Zone Lights, when ON in the normal operating mode, indicate an open zone. eg. open door, window, etc. Refer to zone chart on keypad door for zone information. Fire light is ON when a detector on the fire loop is in alarm. Press any key within 30 seconds of first alarm to get 2 minutes to reset smoke detectors.
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Page 11: Quick-Arm Feature
PROGRAMMING ADDITIONAL ACCESS CODES Up to 15 access codes in addition to the Master Code can be entered from the keypad. ∗ Enter [ ][5][Master Code]. The “Program” light will flash and the zone lights will show which of codes 1 to 8 have already been programmed. To enter a new code or change an existing code, first press the code number (1 to 8) and then ∗∗∗∗... - Page 12 ALARM TEST ∗ Enter [ ][6][Master Code][8] for a 2 second test of the keypad lights, keypad sounder and alarm bells. ENTERING ACCESS CODES SUMMARY: ∗ ][5][Master Code]... [1 to 8] [4 digits] Programs first group of 8 codes [9] [1 to 8] [4 digits] Programs second group of 8 codes [9] Returns to first group of 8 codes [#] exits to the Ready mode USER FUNCTIONS COMMAND SUMMARY:...
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Page 13: Fire Safety In The Home
TESTING IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SYSTEM BE TESTED ON A WEEKLY BASIS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SYSTEM BE TESTED ON A WEEKLY BASIS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SYSTEM BE TESTED ON A WEEKLY BASIS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SYSTEM BE TESTED ON A WEEKLY BASIS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE SYSTEM BE TESTED ON A WEEKLY BASIS Note: Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening. -
Page 14: Family Escape Planning
FAMILY ESCAPE PLANNING There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time it becomes deadly. It is thus very important that a family escape plan be developed and rehearsed. 1. Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan. 2. -
Page 15: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants that for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase, the product shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and that in fulfilment of any breech of such warranty, Digital Security Controls Ltd. - Page 17 Printed in Canada © 1994, 2002 Digital Security Controls Ltd Toronto, Canada 29000180 R3...