The system consists of the Spectra Control Panel, one or more Spectra Keypads, various input devices (i.e. motion detectors, door contacts, etc.) and various output devices (i.e.
2.0 BASIC OPERATION The Spectra 1689 LED and 1641 LCD Keypads function in the same way, but display the visual feedback differently. This section will provide an overview of the keypads. Many of the features in your system must be enabled by the installer.
2.2 VISUAL FEEDBACK 2.2.1 For the Spectra 1689 LED Keypad The numbers and symbols on the keypad’s screen communicate your system’s status as shown in Figure 2.2. Figure 2.2: Overview of the 1689 LED Keypad Spectra Keypads 5...
2.2.2 For the Spectra 1641 LCD Keypad The LCD (liquid crystal display) is a 32-character screen that displays messages that can be customized to your needs. Figure 2.3: Overview of the 1641 LCD Keypad 2.3 AUDITORY FEEDBACK When you enter information on the keypad, it will guide you with beep tones.
All zones where alarms have occurred will be stored in memory. The system will erase the contents of the Alarm Memory every time the system is armed. For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad: If an alarm has occurred on a zone, the [ ] symbol will illuminate.
2.5 EVENT LIST (For Spectra 1641 LCD Keypad Only) The Event List will record all the actions that occur in the system. How do I view the Event List? 1) Press the [ ] button 2) Press the [ 2] button...
5 seconds whenever a new trouble condition has occurred. Press the [ ] button to stop the TRBL “Trouble Beep”. For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad: When a trouble condition occurs, the [ ] symbol TRBL will illuminate. How Do I Access the Trouble Display?
After you press the [ ] button: TRBL On the Spectra 1689 LED Keypad the numbers [1] to [16] will illuminate for the corresponding trouble(s). On the Spectra 1641 LCD Keypad the heading(s) will appear on the screen. [1] No or Low Battery Trouble The backup battery is disconnected or the battery voltage is getting low.
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[7] Communication Failure Your alarm system, if monitored, could not communicate with the Security Company. Spectra Keypads 11...
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[8] Timer Loss Your alarm system’s clock must be re-programmed. This is the only trouble that we recommend that you correct. To re-program the clock press the [8] button after Step 2 from the Trouble Display (see “How Do I Access the Trouble Display?”...
“beeping” sequence. When communication is restored, the keypad will resume its functions. 2.7 PARTITIONING Your Spectra system is equipped with a partitioning feature that can divide your alarm system into two distinct areas identified as Partition 1 and Partition 2. Partitioning can be used in installations where shared security systems are more practical, such as a home office or warehouse building.
Access Codes are personal identification numbers that allow you to enter certain programming modes, arm or disarm your system as well as activate or deactivate PGMs. The Spectra security system supports the following: 1 System Master Code 2 Master Codes...
39), where each digit can be any value from 0 to 9. Six- digit codes are considered more difficult to “crack” and therefore, more secure. Avoid programming simple or obvious access codes, such as your telephone number, address or codes such as 1234. Spectra Keypads 15...
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“ ” then press the [ ] button to CONFIRMATION BEEP CLEAR exit. For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad also refer to Appendix A. Table 1: User Code Sections Section User Codes [001] User Code 001 = System Master Code [002]...
4.0 ARMING & DISARMING Take full advantage of your Spectra system by familiarizing yourself with all the arming methods. If your system is not partitioned (section 2.7), everything is considered as belonging to Partition 1. 4.1 EXIT DELAY After entering a valid arming sequence, an Exit Delay Timer will provide you with enough time to exit the protected area before the system arms.
How Do I Disarm the System? For a Stay or Instant Armed system, go to Step 2. 1) Enter through a designated entry point (i.e. front door). 2) Enter your [ ACCESS CODE (see section 2.7): IF YOU HAVE ACCESS TO BOTH PARTITIONS 3) Press the button corresponding to the desired partition, [1] or [2].
4) Press the button corresponding to the desired partition, [1] or [2]. For both partitions, press the other button after the confirmation beep. Stay Arming can also be activated using Auto-Arming (see section 4.9), a Keyswitch (see section 4.8) or One-Touch Arming (see section 4.7). Spectra Keypads 19...
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4.4.1 Instant Arming After Stay Arming the system and during its Exit Delay, press and hold the [ ] button for 3 seconds. You should STAY hear a confirmation beep. The system is then Instant Armed. Therefore, any armed zone that is breached will immediately generate an alarm.
4) Press the button corresponding to the desired partition, [1] or [2]. For both partitions, press the other button after the confirmation beep. Force Arming can also be activated by using One-Touch Force Arming (see section 4.7.6). Spectra Keypads 21...
For example, you may wish to bypass certain zones when workers are renovating part of your establishment. Once the system is disarmed, the bypass entries are erased. For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad: When zones bypassed, symbol will illuminate.
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For Spectra 1641 LCD Keypad: When zones are bypassed, “Zone(s) Bypassed [ ] to View” will appear on the screen. How Do I Bypass Zones? 1) Press the [ ] button 2) Enter your [ (see Note 1) ACCESS CODE 3) Enter the two-digit zone number of the desired zone (i.e.
How Do I Recall Bypass Entries? 5) Press the [ ] button. 6) Enter your [ (see Note1, p. 23). ACCESS CODE 7) Press the [ ] button. 8) Press the [ ] button. ENTER 4.7 ONE-TOUCH ARMING One-Touch Arming allows you to arm the system without using an access code.
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23) to bypass any open Force Zones. For details on Force Arming, refer to section 4.5. 4.7.7 One-Touch Bypass Programming Press and hold the [ ] button for 3 seconds (see Note1, p. 23) to access Bypass Programming Mode (see section 4.6). Spectra Keypads 25...
“on” position then turn it back to the “off” position. Repeating this sequence will disarm the system. 4.9 AUTO-ARMING The Spectra alarm system can be programmed to automatically arm upon the following two conditions. 4.9.8 Timed Auto Arming You can program the time your alarm system will automatically arm itself everyday.
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4) Enter the desired [ TIME Example: 6:15PM = 18:15 For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad also refer to Appendix A. A 60-second Exit Delay (see section 4.1) will start before the system arms. At this point, Auto-Arming can be cancelled by entering your access code.
5.1 PROGRAMMING CHIME ZONES A Chime Enabled zone will advise you every time it is opened by causing your keypad to beep. For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad: How Do I Chime Zones? 1) Press & hold the [9] button for 3 seconds...
For Spectra 1641 LCD Keypad: How Do I Chime Zones? 1) Press & hold the [9] button for 3 seconds 2) Enter the two-digit zone number of the desired zone or use the [ ] or [ ] buttons to view the zones and press the 1] button when the desired zone appears on the screen.
1) Press the [ ] button ENTER 2) Enter [ MASTER CODE 3) Enter [100] 4) Enter the desired TIME Example: 6:15PM = 18:15 5) Press CLEAR For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad also refer to Appendix A. 30 User’s Manual...
Will initiate a call to the Security Company that is using the Winload software. 5.6.3 Answer PC ] + [ ] + [ ENTER MASTER CODE FORCE Will force your security system to answer a call made by your Security Company that is using the Winload software. Spectra Keypads 31...
5.6.4 Cancel Communication ] + [ ] + [ ENTER MASTER CODE STAY Cancels all communication with the Winload software if it has been initiated. 5.7 KEYPAD SETTINGS (For LCD Keypads only) You can modify the keypad’s setting to suit your needs. 1) Press &...
2) Try to correct the problem. 3) If the problem persists, the alarm will sound again. Press ] again. CLEAR These steps will instruct the system to delay reporting the fire alarm to the Security Company (see Figure 6.1 on page 34). Spectra Keypads 33...
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Figure 6.1: Delayed Fire Zone Event Sequence Delayed Fire Zone is triggered Bell/siren activated. Transmission of the report delayed for 30 seconds. Problem corrected within 30 seconds? Has [ CLEAR Generate alarm and been pressed alert Security within 30 Company seconds? Bell/siren silenced.
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Never return to a burning building for any reason; it may cost you your life. • Finally, having at least one working smoke alarm dramatically increases your chances of surviving a fire. And remember to practice a home escape plan frequently with your family. Spectra Keypads 35...
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Providing a Fire Warning System Household fires are especially dangerous at night. Fires produce smoke and deadly gases that can overcome occupants while they sleep. To warn against fire, smoke detectors should be installed outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit, including basements.
Under normal use, your system requires virtually no maintenance other than regular testing. It is recommended that the standby battery be changed every three years. Speak to your installer about the necessary tests and at what frequency they should be performed. Spectra Keypads 37...
8.0 SYSTEM CHECKLIST Zone Description Is this system partitioned? Partition 1 = _______________________________________ Partition 2 = _______________________________________ Zone # and Partition Entry Byp Stay Force 24Hr Description 1 or 2 Delay 01:_______________ ____ 02:_____________ ____ Keyswitch? Y Type:____________ 03:______________ Fire Zone? Y ____ Delayed? Y 04:_______________...
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6-Digit Codes Partition User # and Name Byp Stay Force 1 or 2 Only Only 001:____________ 1 & 2 System Master Code Default: 123456 002:____________ ____ Master Code 1 003:____________ ____ Master Code 2 004:_____________ ____ 005:_____________ ____ Spectra Keypads 39...
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Partition User # and Name Byp Stay Force 1 or 2 Only Only 006:_____________ ____ 007:_____________ ____ ____ 008:_____________ 009:_____________ ____ 010:_____________ ____ 011:______________ ____ 012:_____________ ____ ____ 013:_____________ 014:_____________ ____ 015:_____________ ____ ____ 016:_____________ 017:_____________ ____ ____ 018:_____________ 019:_____________ ____ 020:_____________ ____...
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Partition User # and Name Byp Stay Force 1 or 2 Only Only 046:_____________ ____ 047:_____________ ____ 048:___________ ____ Duress: Y Special Buttons and Features ] One-touch Regular Arming is activated ENTER ] One-touch Stay Arming is activated STAY ] One-touch Force Arming is activated FORCE ] One-touch Manual Bypass Programming is activated Panic Alarms:...
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Alarm will activate siren or bell for ______ min. Other Information Installed by:__________________ Date: ______________ Serviced by:__________________ Tel: ________________ Monitored by:_________________ Tel: ________________ Your account number: ______________________________ Alarm transformer location:________________________ on circuit #:____________ Location of Telephone Connections: ______________________________________________ Spectra Keypads 43...
9.0 APPENDIX A For Spectra 1689 LED Keypad only Do not read the following if you have not read these sections: •User Access Codes (see section 3.4) •System’s Clock (see section 5.4) •Auto-Arm Time (see section 4.9) After entering the 3-digit section you wish to program, the 1] and [ 1] will flash.
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Warranty The Seller warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year. Except as specifically stated herein, all express or implied warranties whatsoever, statutory or otherwise, including without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly excluded.