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- Page 1 • W A R N I N G • This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. Instruction Manual ESCORT558O Version 2.O...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1: Introduction ............................. 1 About Your Security System ....................1 General System Operation ....................2 Access Codes ........................2 Audio Help ........................... 2 2: Accessing Your Security System ....................3 Local Access ........................3 Remote Access ........................3 Receiving Incoming Calls .................... -
Page 3: Fcc Compliance Statement
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT equipment. Standard jacks shall be so arranged that, if the plug connected there CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital Security is withdrawn, no interference to the operation of the equipment at the customer’s Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this equipment. premises which remains connected to the telephone network shall occur by reason This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed of such withdrawal. -
Page 4: 1: Introduction
Enter [ ] 1.1 About Your Security System Your DSC security equipment has been designed to give you the greatest possible flexibility and convenience. To fully benefit from the features of your security system, you should read this manual and the Instruction Manual provided with your system very carefully. -
Page 5: General System Operation
1.2 General System Operation Your security system is made up of a control panel, one or two regular keypads (one for each partition of your system), the Escort5580 and various detection devices. The control panel will be mounted out of the way in a utility room or in the basement. The metal cabinet contains the system electronics, Escort5580 Voice Assisted Security Control, fuses and stand-by battery. -
Page 6: 2: Accessing Your Security System
Accessing Your Security System With the Escort5580 you can use a telephone (touch-tone only) to access your security system. This can be done either from a telephone on the premises (Local Access), or from a telephone off the premises anywhere in the world (Remote Access). 2.1 Local Access Use this procedure to access your security system from a telephone that is on the same telephone line as your security system. -
Page 7: What Is A Partition
2.4 What is a Partition? A partition is a group of zones which act independently of other groups of zones. Each partition acts as an independent alarm system. Partitions will have different access codes to arm and disarm them. The access codes assigned to one partition will not work on another partition. -
Page 8: 3: Arming And Disarming
Arming and Disarming With the Escort5580, you can use a telephone to arm your system/partition (so that alarms, or other devices, will be activated when a zone on your premises is breached, such as when an Entry-Exit Door is opened). This can be done either locally or remotely. Similarly, you can use a telephone to disarm the system/partition. -
Page 9: Disarming
Enter your [access code]. The system announces: “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress” “Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. -
Page 10: Alarm Memory
3.5 Alarm Memory Your system will record any alarms that occurred while the system/partition was armed. If an alarm occurred while the system/partition was armed, upon disarming it the following message will be announced: “There are (number) alarms in memory: {Zone XX}.” “There are (number) alarms in memory: {Zone XX}.”... -
Page 11: 4: Trouble Conditions
Trouble Conditions The control panel continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions. If one or more of these conditions occur, the regular keypad will beep twice every ten seconds. There is no indication on a telephone until the system is accessed. To hear the trouble conditions present on your system/partition disarm the system (depending on the control panel you have, your system may allow you to enter the Trouble menu without first disarming the system/partition). -
Page 12: 5: Setting Escort5580 Options
Setting Escort5580 Options 5.1 Setting The Time and Date With the system disarmed (Section 3.3—Disarming), access the security system (Section 2— Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5—If You Have a Two- Partition System). Press [ ]. You will hear the prompt: “... -
Page 13: Speech Rate Control
Press [2]. The system will then announce the current volume setting in one of three ways: “ Volume is low. To change volume, press [1].” “ Volume is low. To change volume, press [1].” “ Volume is low. To change volume, press [1].” “... -
Page 14: 6: Home Automation
Home Automation The Home Automation feature allows you to control items (i.e. devices such as lights, appliances, etc.) with your security system. Each item on your system may have been assigned to follow one or more preprogrammed schedules by your installer. For example, lights can be turned on and off at certain times of the day, and on certain days of the week. -
Page 15: Mode Control
Dimming The Dimming feature allows you to increase or decrease the brightness of an item, usually a light. NOTE: This feature will only be enabled on items capable of dimming. Items which have this feature enabled will have extra options in the Item Control menu. Only items with the Dimming feature enabled will have these options. -
Page 16: Output Control Feature
From the Home Automation menu, select Global Item Control by pressing [3]. The system will prompt you with the following: “To turn Global Items ON, press [1]. “To turn Global Items ON, press [1]. “To turn Global Items ON, press [1]. “To turn Global Items ON, press [1]. -
Page 17: 7: Programming Access Codes
Programming Access Codes The Access Code Programming feature allows you to program access codes (the Master Code may not be changeable with this feature) that will function on the security system as well as on the Escort. Your system will either have 4- or 6-digit access codes. Depending on what model of security system you have, you may have the option to program up to 37 of these codes. -
Page 18: 8: Fire And Safety In The Home
Fire and Safety in the Home Most fires occur in the home, and to minimize this danger it is recommended that a household fire safety audit be conducted and a family escape plan be developed. 8.1 Household Fire Safety Check your home for the following potential hazards: •... -
Page 19: 9: Glossary
Glossary Access Code ......A 4- or 6-digit code that allows users to access arming, disarming and other system functions. Different access codes may be assigned to different users. Item ........Items are devices (e.g. lights, appliances, etc.) that can be controlled within the Home Automation feature of the Escort system. -
Page 20: Limited Warranty
This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship Installer’s Lockout relating to normal use. It does not cover: Any products returned to DSC which have the Installer’s • damage incurred in shipping or handling; Lockout option enabled and exhibit no other problems will •... -
Page 21: Warning Please Read Carefully
WARNING Please Read Carefully System Failures Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. are circumstances, however, involving f ire, burglary, or other types of emer- Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by care- gencies where it may not provide protection. - Page 22 © 1999 Digital Security Controls Ltd. Printed in Canada 29003445 R001...
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