Eula - DSC TL280LEX(R) Manual

Criminal Knowledge
Thissystem containssecurity featureswhich were known to be effective at the time of manufacture. It is possible for personswith criminalintent to develop
techniqueswhich reduce the effectivenessof these features. It is important that a security systembe reviewed periodicallyto ensure that itsfeatures remain
effective and that it be updated or replaced if it isfound that it doesnot provide the protection expected.
Access by Intruders
Intrudersmayenter through an unprotected accesspoint, circumvent a sensing device, evade detection bymoving through an area of insufficient coverage,
disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or prevent the proper operation of the system..
Power Failure
Controlunits, intrusion detectors, smoke detectorsand manyother securitydevices require an adequate power supplyfor proper operation. If a device oper-
atesfrombatteries, it ispossible for the batteriesto fail. Even if the batterieshave not failed, theymust be charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a
device operatesonlybyAC power, anyinterruption, however brief, willrender that device inoperative while it doesnot have power. Power interruptionsof any
length are often accompanied by voltage fluctuations which may damage electronicequipment such as a securitysystem. After a power interruption has
occurred, immediatelyconduct a complete systemtest to ensure that the systemoperatesasintended.
Failure of Replaceable Batteries
Thissystem'swirelesstransmittershave been designed to provide several yearsof batterylife under normalconditions. The expected batterylife isa function
of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient conditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may
reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device hasa low batterymonitor which identifies when the batteriesneed to be replaced, this mon-
itor mayfailto operate asexpected. Regular testing and maintenance willkeep the systemin good operating condition.
Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices
Signalsmaynot reach the receiver under allcircumstanceswhich could include metal objectsplaced on or near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other
inadvertent radio signalinterference.
System Users
Auser maynot be able to operate a panicor emergencyswitch possibly due to permanent or temporaryphysicaldisability, inabilityto reach the device in time,
or unfamiliaritywith the correct operation. It isimportant that allsystemusersbe trained in the correct operation of the alarmsystemand that theyknow how to
respond when the systemindicatesan alarm.
Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectorsthat are a part of thissystemmaynot properlyalert occupants of a fire for a number of reasons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors
mayhave been improperlyinstalled or positioned. Smoke maynot be able to reach the smoke detectors, such aswhen the fire isin a chimney, wallsor roofs, or
on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectorsmaynot detect smoke fromfireson another levelof the residence or building.
Everyfire isdifferent in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning. Smoke detectorscannot sense alltypes of firesequallywell. Smoke detectors
maynot provide timely warning of firescaused bycarelessnessor safety hazardssuch assmoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage
of flammable materials, overloaded electricalcircuits, children playing with matchesor arson.
Even if the smoke detector operates asintended, there may be circumstances when there isinsufficient warning to allow all occupantsto escape in time to
avoid injuryor death.
Motion Detectors
Motion detectorscan only detect motion within the designated areasasshown in their respective installation instructions. Theycannot discriminate between
intrudersand intended occupants. Motion detectors do not provide volumetricarea protection. Theyhave multiple beams of detection and motion can only
be detected in unobstructed areascovered bythese beams. They cannot detect motion which occursbehind walls, ceilings, floor, closed doors, glass par-
titions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether intentional or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the
lenses, mirrors, windowsor anyother part of the detection systemwillimpair itsproper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectorsoperate bysensing changesin temperature. However, their effectivenesscan be reduced when the ambient temperature
risesnear or above body temperature or if there are intentionalor unintentionalsourcesof heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources
could be heaters, radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sunlight, steamvents, lighting and so on.
Warning Devices
Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobesmay not warn people or waken someone sleeping if there isan intervening wall or door. If warning
devicesare located on a different levelof the residence or premise, then it islesslikelythat the occupantswillbe alerted or awakened. Audible warning devices
maybe interfered with byother noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances, or passing traffic. Audible warning
devices, however loud, maynot be heard bya hearing-impaired person.
Telephone Lines
If telephone linesare used to transmit alarms, they maybe out of service or busy for certain periods of time. Also, an intruder maycut the telephone line or
defeat itsoperation bymore sophisticated meanswhich maybe difficult to detect.
Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the systemwill operate as intended, yet the occupants willnot be protected fromthe emergencydue to their inability to
respond to the warningsin a timelymanner. If the systemismonitored, the response maynot occur in time to protect the occupantsor their belongings.
Component Failure
Although everyeffort hasbeen made to make thissystemasreliable aspossible, the systemmayfailto function asintended due to the failure of a component.
Inadequate Testing
Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be found by regular testing and maintenance. The complete system
should be tested weeklyand immediatelyafter a break-in, an attempted break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or anykind of construction activ-
ity inside or outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any other operational
devicesthat are part of the system.
Security and Insurance
Regardlessof itscapabilities, an alarmsystem isnot a substitute for property or life insurance. An alarm systemalso isnot a substitute for property owners,
renters, or other occupantsto act prudentlyto prevent or minimize the harmfuleffectsof an emergencysituation.

EULA

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY: DSC Software purchased with or without Productsand Componentsiscopyrighted and ispurchased under the following
license terms:
ThisEnd-User License Agreement ("EULA") is a legalagreement between You (the company, individualor entitywho acquired the Software and any related
Hardware) and DigitalSecurityControls, a division of Tyco SafetyProducts Canada Ltd. ("DSC"), the manufacturer of the integrated securitysystemsand the
developer of the software and anyrelated productsor components("HARDWARE") which You acquired.
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