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Using the Touchscreen
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Managing Environmental Devices
Managing Wi-Fi Repeaters
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  • Page 1 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System FastFind Links Welcome to the Touchscreen User Manual Using the Touchscreen Managing Your Security System Managing Environmental Devices Managing Wi-Fi Repeaters Managing and Configuring the Touchscreen...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2013 SMC Networks All Rights Reserved Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, or for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Show Security Cameras and Live Video ..............37 3 Managing Your Security System ............... 39 Understanding Arming Modes ................. 40 Arm Away Mode....................40 Arm Stay Mode ....................41 Arm Night Mode ....................41 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 4 Managing Thermostats .................... 87 Adding a Thermostat to the Security System ............89 5 Managing Wi-Fi Repeaters ................. 91 Adding a Wi-Fi Repeater to the Security System ............. 92 Deleting a Security Wi-Fi Repeater ................94 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 5 Appendix C - Wi-Fi Repeater Placement ............116 Appendix D - Quick-Reference Tables ............... 117 System & Security Settings, Ranges, and Defaults ..........117 Screen Settings, Ranges, and Defaults ..............119 Advanced Settings Range and Defaults ..............119 Index ........................120 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 6: Preface

    Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the RB6741-Z Security, Monitoring, and Automation system. This installation manual contains all the information you need to manage and configure the security system. By reading this document, you learn how to: Use your RB6741-Z security system features and functions ...
  • Page 7: Document Organization

    Appendix B - describes key pad installation instructions.  Appendix C - describes Wi-Fi repeater placement guidelines.  Appendix D - contains installer quick-reference information.  Changes to this Revision Version 1.0 Initial Release RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 8: Document Conventions

    Indicates optional values. brackets { } braces Indicates required or expected values. | vertical bar Indicates that you have a choice between two or more options or arguments. Safety Requirements Observe the following safety requirements. viii RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 9: Risk Of Explosion

    If you use an Ethernet cable to connect the Touchscreen to the security router, ensure  the router has sufficient surge protection. Ensure proper ventilation. Position the Touchscreen so that the air ventilation holes on  the unit are not blocked RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 10: Compliance

    FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 11 20 centimètres de distance de séparation entre l’écran tactile et le corps de l’utilisateur doit être maintenue en tout temps pour assurer la conformité avec les exigences de la Industrie Canada, l’ exposition. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 12 AN ALARM SYSTEM IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR INSURANCE. Conditions Resulting In False Alarms Any installation of the RB6741-Z not in accordance to this manual may result in the occurrence of false alarms. Conditions Resulting In Impaired Operation Any installation of the RB6741-Z not in accordance to the National Electric Code (NFPA70) may result in improper operation as described in this manual.
  • Page 13: Welcome To The Touchscreen

    View system status and arm/disarm the system  Manage connectivity between the Touchscreen and the central-monitoring stations  Manage pass codes  Manage security zones  Manage emergency dispatch contact information  View history logs  View account information  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 14: Understanding Security Network Components

    Internet and by cellular. Figure 1-1 shows how the network is set up. Table 1-1 describes the equipment that may be included with your security system. Figure 1-1. Security Network RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 15 This device extends the range of the security network router to connect to devices that require Wi-Fi connectivity. Siren Repeater This device is used to connect to sensors and devices that require RF connectivity. It also functions as a siren. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 16: Understanding Security Zone Types

    Trouble Day/Alarm Provides an instant alarm if faulted when armed in Alarm Away mode. Door/window sensor Night RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 17: Understanding Alarms

    If the alarm is not cleared within 4 minutes, the system resets so it can monitor additional alarm events. If a sensor is faulted too many times resulting in alarms, no more alarms will be sent to central monitoring for 48 hours or until the security system is disarmed. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 18: Configuring The Touchscreen

    To access the Settings app: 1. From the Home screen (see page 29) tap the Settings app. The Keypad screen appears. 2. Tap the numbers to enter your keypad code. The Settings menu appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 19 View your account information (see “Viewing Your Security Account Information” on page 62) – Manage your Touchscreen device settings (see “Managing and Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 95) – View technical information about your Touchscreen device (see “Viewing Touchscreen Technical Specifications” on page 103) RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 20: Subscriber Portal

    Subscriber Portal. Some operations such as managing which apps are accessible from your Touchscreen can only be performed from the Subscriber Portal. Your installer has provided you with the URL address of the Subscriber Portal as well as a username and password to access it. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 21: Using The Touchscreen

    Understanding the Touchscreen Controls (page 22)  Understanding the Screen (page 23)  Content Area (page 29)  Low Power Mode (page 35)  Show Security Cameras and Live Video (page 37)  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 22: Understanding The Touchscreen Controls

    Adjust the volume of the Touchscreen. (Button is located on the right side.) SD Card Port for attaching an SD card. USB Port Port for attaching a Universal Serial Bus device. Headphone Jack Port for attaching headphones. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 23: Understanding The Screen

    The Security Status header appears in the top-left area of the Touchscreen. It tells you whether the system is armed or disarmed and other information. Tap this header to arm or disarm the system. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 24 Exit Delay During the Exit Delay, the header announces the number of seconds until the system is armed. Entry Delay During the Entry Delay, the header announces the number of seconds before the alarm sounds. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 25: System & Zone Trouble Header

    When the system reports a trouble, it sounds an audible alert regularly to ensure that you are aware of the problem. When a System & Zone header appears, tap it to show the Troubles list which displays all the current troubles with the Touchscreen and sensors. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 26 When AC Power is restored the battery will recharge. If not, and there is a loss of external power. have the battery connection checked. After external power is restored, it takes approximately 21 hours for the battery to be fully charged. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 27 This message is posted when the sensor does can arm your system. If after replacing the battery the not respond within 6 hours. problem persists, contact Customer Care. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 28 If the problem persists, you can choose to acknowledge the problem (tap Acknowledge Problem) to be able to arm your system until Customer Care can provide a permanent solution. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 29: Content Area

    Touchscreen, the additional apps are displayed on additional screens. The screen buttons under the apps denotes the number of screens the Touchscreen is currently employing to accommodate all the installed apps. In the Available Apps screen, the RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 30 Think of the multiple screens as residing next to each other in a line. The indicator represents the screen currently displayed. To access another screen of Touchscreen apps: 1. Swipe your finger across the Touchscreen from right to left. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 31: Managing Touchscreen Apps

    Install available apps to the Touchscreen (see page 32)  Reposition the order that apps are displayed in the Home screen (see page 33)  Uninstall apps from the Touchscreen (see page 33)  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 32: Installing Touchscreen Apps

    4. Tap Next. The Touchscreen displays the following confirmation: The [name] app was installed successfully. 5. Tap Next to again display the list of apps available to be installed. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 33: Reordering Apps On The Home Screen

    (such as Cameras, Lights, or Thermostats) cannot be uninstalled. To uninstall an app: 1. From the Settings app (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Apps > Remove App. A list of installed apps appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 34 Next. The app being removed appears. 3. Tap Next. The Touchscreen displays the following confirmation: The [name] app has been removed. 4. Tap Next to display the list of installed apps again. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 35: Low Power Mode

    For example, you are not able to use the News app or Sports app at all. – The Touchscreen stays awake only enough to continue communicating with the sensors and monitoring for other events. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 36 8. Before the Touchscreen goes completely dead due to the loss of battery power, it tries to send a “Loss of Power” message to the system servers over cellular. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 37: Show Security Cameras And Live Video

    1. From the Home screen, tap the Camera app. Images of all the camera views are displayed (updated every five seconds). Note: If there is only one camera attached to the security system, the camera view displays live video. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 38 4. The system is having trouble connecting to your camera. Press OK to try to reconnect. If the issue persists, check that the camera is powered on and in range of your router. 5. When power and network connection is restored, tap OK to close the message. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 39: Managing Your Security System

    Managing Connectivity between Your Home Devices and the Internet (see page 58)  Viewing Your Security Account Information (see page 62)  Managing Sensors (see page 62)  Managing Cameras (see page 65)  Adding Key Fobs to the Security System (see page 78)  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 40: Understanding Arming Modes

    Alarm trips immediately if a monitored Perimeter zone (non-entry/exit door or window) is  opened. Interior motion detectors are armed.  Entry/Exit zones start an Entry Delay.  Exit Delay starts when the system is armed.  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 41: Arm Stay Mode

    Mere connectivity loss during the Entry Delay period does not trigger a Smash-and-Grab as long as the Disarm or Alarm event was received by the server. Finally, it does not matter whether the Touchscreen has connectivity to the server only over the broadband or cellular channel. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 42: Arming And Disarming The System

    The text of the message varies, according to which arming mode you selected. Observe the following guidelines: – If you select Arm Away mode, you have until the Exit Delay is over to exit the premises. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 43: Bypassing Zones

    To cancel the arming process: 1. Tap the Security Status header while it is displaying a countdown. The Security app appears, with a keypad and the Disarm System tab active. The view from the camera(s), if any, appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 44: Disarming The System And Understanding What Happens During An Alarm

    Note: Emergency alarms (see page 47) and smoke alarms are reported without an Alarm Transmission delay or an Entry Delay. Consult Customer Care to understand the number of seconds configured for the Alarm Transmission Delay on your system. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 45: To Disarm The System From The Touchscreen

    The Security app appears, with a keypad and the Disarm System tab active. If the sensor that was tripped is associated with a camera, the view from that camera appears. If the sensor is not associated with a camera, the view from the default camera appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 46 Managing Your Security System 2. Enter your security code. If the alarm was triggered, the camera view and alarm history are displayed. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 47: Sending An Emergency Alarm

    Tap Police to send an alarm for police assistance. The Touchscreen displays a Police Panic In Progress alert on the Touchscreen but, by default, does not issue an audible signal. Tap the alert to sound an audible, continuous, high-pitched chime. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 48: Testing Your Alarms

    Security > Alarm Test. The Alarm Test screen appears. 2. To have your test alarms reported to central monitoring, tap Disabled. The button changes to Enabled. Your test alarms will be sent to central monitoring. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 49 10 seconds long. Motion sensors are turned off (not tripping alarms but recording events) until an Entry/Exit security zone is faulted. The Arm button changes to a System Armed notice. 6. Tap Next. The Alarm Test screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 50 Entry/Exit zone you faulted is marked with an alarm tag. 8. Fault each additional alarm and ensure that it is marked as alarm. The following table shows the types of tests to perform. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 51 Arm and disarm system with the key fob. Key Pad Arm and disarm system with the key pad. The Touchscreen notes that each sensor communicated an event to the Touchscreen and initiated an alarm. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 52: Managing Connectivity Between The Touchscreen And The Central-Monitoring Stations

    2. If your Wi-Fi connection is weak, try moving the Touchscreen closer to the Internet router. If your cellular signal is weak, try moving the Touchscreen to another part of the house where it can obtain a stronger signal. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 53: Testing Your Connectivity

    18), tap Advanced Settings > Connectivity. The Connectivity menu appears. 2. Tap Test Connectivity. The Connectivity Test screen appears. 3. Tap Next to start the test. This can take up to four minutes. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 54: Managing The Passcodes In Your Security System

    From this screen you can modify your keypad codes or add new ones. To add a new keypad code: 1. From the Manage Keypad Codes screen, tap Add Keycode. The Add Keypad Code screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 55 User is granted full access to the Touchscreen including arming/disarming and system settings. If entered, the Touchscreen sends a silent alarm to the central-monitoring station, and the police are dispatched. This level is provided with the system and cannot be added. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 56: Understanding The Duress Keypad Code

    1. From the Settings menu (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Security > Manage Keypad Codes. The Manage Keypad Codes screen appears. From this screen you can modify your keypad codes or add new ones. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 57: Managing Your Secret Word

    Settings > Security Secret Word. The Get Security Secret Word screen appears. 2. Tap Next. The secret word appears for editing. 3. To change the secret word, tap the Secret Word field (square area). A keyboard appears that enables you to change the secret word. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 58: Managing Connectivity Between Your Home Devices And The Internet

    By default, your home network can access the Internet, but entities in the Internet cannot access computers and devices in your home network. This can be a problem for certain types of computing and when using entertainment systems to watch movies, play games, and so on. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 59 To permit access to your home network router from the Internet: 1. From the Settings app (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Advanced Settings > Connectivity> Expose Personal Router to Internet. The Expose Personal Router to Internet screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 60 3. Tap Next. The Search for Devices screen appears. When an available router is located that is connected to the security network router by an Ethernet cable, the Located Devices screen appears. Note: The available routers are listed by MAC address. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 61 1. From the Settings app (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Advanced Settings > Connectivity > Hide Personal Router from Internet. The Hide Personal Router from Internet screen appears. 2. Tap Next. The Configured Router screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 62: Viewing Your Security Account Information

    View your security zone event history (see “Viewing Your Zone Event History” on page  Change the order that security zones are listed in the Touchscreen (see “Reordering  Security Zones in the Touchscreen” on page 65) Disabling a Sensor RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 63: Viewing Your Zone Event History

    Turn Zone On and Turn Zone Off as you tap them. Note: If some zones are turned off, the Security Status header reports this when the system is disarmed. Viewing Your Zone Event History RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 64 To view the Zone Event History: 1. Tap the Security app on the Home screen. The Arm System tab appears. 2. Tap the History tab. The Zone Event History appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 65: Reordering Security Zones In The Touchscreen

    Associate it with a sensor so that it takes a series of pictures when an alarm is tripped by  the sensor. Enable or disable the camera LED for some brands of cameras.  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 66: Modifying Camera Details

    Tap Cameras > Edit a Camera. The Edit a Cameras screen appears, with icons of each installed camera. 3. Tap the image or label of the camera to select it. The details of the selected camera appear. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 67 (see “Modifying Video Quality” on page 69). Note: When you modify the video quality, the system lets you choose to display live video in three levels based on the camera’s connection speed to the system servers. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 68: Assigning A Camera To A Security Zone

    Details” on page 66. The Edit a Camera screen shows a label and a captured image of all the camera views. 2. Tap the Associated Zone fields to display menu of options for assigning the camera to a security zone. See Table 3-4 on page 67. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 69: Modifying Video Quality

    3. Tap High, Medium, or Low to select the video quality of the camera. Select an option in which the network upload capacity is less than the upload network speed. 4. To update the upload network speed, tap Run Speed Test. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 70: Adding Cameras To The Security System

    OpenHome Converge system. This is essential so that it can receive the necessary changes to communicate with the Touchscreen. 1. From the Settings menu, tap Home Devices >Cameras > Add a Camera. The Add Camera – Network Test screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 71 The screen displays the current calculated upload speed. The Upload Speed is used by the system to set the default video quality for the camera. 3. Tap Next. The Hardware Setup screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 72 Reset the iCam to factory defaults. To do this, use your finger to press (until you feel a  click) the Reset/WPS button in the back of the camera and hold it. Hold the button down for 20 seconds or until LED Left briefly flashes. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 73 Configuring Camera field is marked Done. During the Configuring Camera step, the system upgrades the camera firmware if needed. This can take up to 15 minutes. 6. Tap Next. The Edit New Camera screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 74 7. Tap the Camera Name fields to display a keyboard screen and rename the Camera zone to something that clearly differentiates it from any other camera. Tap Done to accept your changes. 8. Tap the Associated Zone field to assign the camera to a security zone RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 75 The Adjust Camera Video Quality screen appears. – To update the upload network speed, tap Run Speed Test. The Touchscreen uploads a file to the system servers to measure the time until it receives an acknowledgement. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 76 11. To have the camera connected to the Touchscreen wirelessly, follow the instructions in the Camera Wi-Fi Connection Test screen (including disconnecting the camera from the Touchscreen router and rebooting the camera) and tap Locate Camera. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 77 15. Tap Add Another to add an additional camera. Repeat the steps as directed. 16. Tap Next to return to the Install Zones and Home Devices screen appears, with the Cameras marked Done. Table 3-7. Troubleshooting the Camera Installation Issue Description RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 78: Adding Key Fobs To The Security System

    OpenHome Converge system. This is essential so that it can receive the necessary changes to communicate with the Touchscreen. 1. From the Settings menu, tap Home Devices > Key Fobs > Add Key Fob. The Locating Key Fobs screen appears. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 79 5. Repeat this procedure for each key fob with the Touchscreen. When all the key fobs have been found and paired, tap Stop. The Wireless Key Fobs Located screen notes the number of key fobs found and paired. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 80 7. Tap each key fob icon to configure the name that is used for it in the Touchscreen and Subscriber Portal. The Edit Key fob screen appears. 8. Tap the Key Fob Label to display a keyboard. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 81 11. Tap Done to return to the Configure Wireless Key Fobs screen. 12. After all the key fobs are configured, tap Next. The Install Zones and Home Devices screen appears, with the Key Pads marked Done. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 82: Editing Key Fobs

    2. Tap Edit Key Fob to display the key fob settings. From this screen, you can change the name of the key fob, and you can enable or disable the key fob panic button. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 83: Managing Environmental Devices

    The chapter describes key concepts and management operations for your security system. The topics covered in this chapter are: Managing Lights (page 84)  Managing Thermostats (page 87)  Adding a Thermostat to the Security System (page 89)  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 84: Managing Lights

    Tap to turn on the light. Tap to turn off the light. Note: If you turn on a lighting device that is Energy Management-enabled, the Touchscreen displays a leaf icon and the number of Watts being used. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 85: Modifying Light Details

    1. From the Settings app (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Home Devices. The Home Devices menu appears. 2. Tap Edit Lights. The Configure Lighting Devices screen shows icons of each installed light. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 86: Adding A Lighting Device

    When it is installed in the socket, the LED flashes three times every five seconds indicating that it is in Search mode and ready to pair with a Touchscreen. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 87: Deleting Lighting Devices

    You can have up to 4 thermostats connected to a Touchscreen at a time. To control your thermostats: 1. From the Home Screen, tap the Thermostats app. In the Thermostat app, you can set the mode to Cool, Heat, or Off. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 88 2. Toggle the Hold button to maintain the mode you set and ignore any other programming configured on the thermostat device. Note: Rules for a thermostat on Hold do not run. 3. Toggle the Fan button to turn the blower either on or off. Figure 4-1. Thermostat Display RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 89: Adding A Thermostat To The Security System

    6. In the tap screen, press the Mate label twice (below the radio tower icon). The Mate label begins blinking to indicate that the device is in Search mode. When the thermostat device is found, an icon appears for that device. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 90 9. Tap a device icon to configure it, as described under “Managing Thermostats” on page 10. After all the thermostats are configured, tap Return to Menu. The Install Zones and Home Devices screen appears with Thermostats marked Done. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 91: Managing Wi-Fi Repeaters

    This chapter describes how to manage Wi-Fi repeaters. The topics covered in this chapter are: Adding a Wi-Fi Repeater to the Security System (page 92)  Deleting a Security Wi-Fi Repeater (page 94)  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 92: Adding A Wi-Fi Repeater To The Security System

    1. From the Settings menu, tap Home Devices > Wifi Repeater > Add a Wifi Repeater. The Wifi Repeater Connection Checklist screen appears. 2. Follow the directions displayed on the screen. When the repeater has been set up as directed, tap Next. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 93 3. When the configuration is complete, tap Next. The repeater has been added successfully. Note: Immediately disconnect the repeater from the security router and power off the repeater. Then determine where the repeater will be placed and power on the repeater. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 94: Deleting A Security Wi-Fi Repeater

    Delete a Wifi Repeater. The Delete Wi-Fi Repeater screen appears. 2. Tap Next. The Touchscreen deletes the repeater from the security system. To add this router back to the security system, you must reset factory settings as directed by the repeater's documentation. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 95: Managing And Configuring The Touchscreen

    Configuring Screen Brightness and Screen Dimming (page 97)  Configuring the Screensaver (page 100)  Configuring Tones and Volume Levels (page 101)  Cleaning the Touchscreen Screen (page 103)  Viewing Touchscreen Technical Specifications (page 103)  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 96: Rebooting The Touchscreen

    1. From the Settings menu (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Advanced Settings > Reboot Touchscreen. The Reboot Touchscreen screen appears. 2. Tap Reboot Touchscreen. The Touchscreen turns itself OFF and back ON. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 97: Configuring Screen Brightness And Screen Dimming

    1. From the Settings menu (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Touchscreen > Screen Configuration. The Screen Configuration menu appears. 2. Tap Screen Brightness. A control allows you to set the brightness level from 1-10 (default is 10). RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 98: Configuring Automatic Screen Dimming And Night Mode Dimming

    Touchscreen > Screen Configuration. The Screen Configuration menu appears. 2. Tap Automatic Screen Dimming. A couple of controls let you set automatic dimming level and the amount of idle time for the Touchscreen to wait before dimming. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 99 At the set time range, the screen dims to its lowest setting (1). 1. From the Settings menu (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Touchscreen > Screen Configuration. The Screen Configuration menu appears. 2. Tap Screen Nighttime Settings. Some backlight controls are provided. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 100: Configuring The Screensaver

    Touchscreen will start the screensaver. The options are in five minute increments. The maximum number of minutes is 30 and the least is 5. 3. In the Select Screensaver App menu, tap the app that will be used as a screensaver. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 101: Configuring Tones And Volume Levels

    Green icons (for example for a door being closed) designate the sound played when a zone is cleared. 2. Tap a field to display a menu of sounds to play when a zone is faulted or cleared. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 102 1. From the Settings menu (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap Touchscreen > Sound Configuration > Volume Configuration. The Volume Settings Configuration screen appears. 2. Tap the right and left arrow keys until you reach the appropriate volume level. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 103: Cleaning The Touchscreen Screen

    To view the technical specifications for the Touchscreen: 1. From the Settings menu (see "Configuring the Touchscreen” on page 18), tap About. The About This Touchscreen screen appears. Note: You might need to scroll down to display the About option. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 104 Unique identification code used by your Touchscreen’s cellular service provider to connect your device to Cellular SIM Card Id the central-monitoring stations when broadband service is unavailable. Zigbee Module Firmware The modules installed in the Touchscreen. These communicate with sensors and home devices. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 105: Appendix A - Installation And Maintenance

    Appendix A - Installation and Maintenance Installing the Touchscreen Note: The RB6741-Z is not intended to be used as a mobile device. The unit should be mounted on a desk or wall for proper operation. To install the Touchscreen: Remove the Touchscreen from its packaging.
  • Page 106 If the installation plan requires a wired network connection, connect an Ethernet cable between the LAN ports of the Touchscreen of the router/gateway. The Touchscreen LAN port is located next to the D/C input port of the Touchscreen. (See step 6 above) RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 107: Replacing The Touchscreen Battery

    Touchscreen” on page 105. WARNING: The rechargeable battery that comes with your Touchscreen is only available through your service operator. If your battery needs to be replaced, contact your service operator to arrange for replacement. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 108: Recommendations For Sensor Installation And Placement

    For best coverage, mount the motion so that the likely direction of intruder motion is across the motion detector’s pattern. A motion detector facing the following can cause false-alarms or failures in detection: Direct sunlight  Cold drafts  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 109: Evacuation Plan

    Practice your home evacuation plan.  Additional Emergency Preparations Do not wait until an emergency occurs to make a plan. Talk to each other about what  each person should do in different types of emergency. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 110: Smoke Detector Installation Recommendations

    Install at least 6 m (20 ft) away from kitchens or other areas where combustion particles  are present. Install smoke detectors at least 2.5 m (8 ft) away from bathrooms.  DO NOT install in dirty, dusty, or insect infested areas.  RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 111: Camera Installation Recommendations

    Remember that dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching a smoke detector.  Camera Installation Recommendations Camera views are accessible to Touchscreen users and family members who log into the Subscriber Portal. When placing cameras, consider whether what they are monitoring poses any privacy issues. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 112: Appendix B - Using The Key Pad

    Orange for three seconds if the system is not ready to be armed (for example, a door is  open.) Arming the System From the key pad, you can arm your system in Arm Away mode or Arm Stay. Arm Night mode must be performed from the Touchscreen or Subscriber Portal. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 113: Arm Away Mode

    The LED flashes red to indicate that the alarm has been sent. Additionally, contact persons will receive email and SMS notifications if they are configured to do so. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 114: Mounting The Key Pad

    1. With a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw from the battery cover in the back of the key pad and remove the cover. 2. Find the two supplied CR2 3-volt lithium batteries and install them positive end up. 3. Replace the battery cover. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 115: To Reset The Key Pad To Default

    1. Remove the batteries. 2. Press the 2 and 8 buttons and hold them as you insert a battery. The LED lights green. 3. Release the buttons immediately. 4. Replace the rest of the batteries. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 116: Appendix C - Wi-Fi Repeater Placement

    The repeater has the same name (SSID) as your security router. There is no way to determine whether the Touchscreen is communicating with a camera through the repeater or the security router. In addition, there is no way to test signal strength between a camera and the repeater. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 117: Appendix D - Quick-Reference Tables

    Control Buttons Home button The functions of these buttons cannot be changed. Emergency Alarm button Emergency Alarms Touchscreen: The functions of these buttons (aka manual alarms) Press to access Emergency Alarm options cannot be changed. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 118 Automatic Termination of Test There are no conditions that would result in the automatic termination of Test mode. The user must tap the Disarm button on the Alarm Test screen to end the alarm test. Screen Brightness The relative brightness of the Touchscreen screen. Default: 10 (brightest) Range: 1 to 10 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 119: Screen Settings, Ranges, And Defaults

    Range: 0 (mute) to 13 Advanced Settings Range and Defaults Feature Comments Default Expose Personal Router to Whether the retail router connected to the Default: Not exposed Internet security system router is exposed to the Internet. RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 120: Index

    69 Cancelling the arming process, 37 Cleaning the Touchscreen, 97 Components, 9 Headers Configuring Security Status, 17 Touchscreen, 12 System & Zone Trouble header, 19 Connectivity Home network router hide access, 55 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 121 Security Status header, 17 Security zones assigning camera, 62 Network router reordering, 59 hide access, 55 types, 10 permit access, 53 Sensors Night mode disabling, 57 dimming, 92 installation and placement, 102 testing, 45 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
  • Page 122 59 Zone activity events, 59 screen brightness, 91 Zone Event History, 58 screen dimming, 91 Zone types, security, 10 screensaver, 94 Zones specifications, 97 bypassing, 37 tones and volume levels, 95 understanding, 17 RB6741-Z Touchscreen Security System User Manual...
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