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Section 13.
ALPHA DESCRIPTOR PROGRAMMING ................................................................. 62
Assigning Zone Descriptors.............................................................................................. 62
Entering Zone Descriptors (in program Menu Mode 82) ............................................... 62
Programming the Descriptors .................................................................................... 62
Adding Custom Words................................................................................................ ...... 64
Alpha Vocabulary List (For Entering Zone Descriptors) ................................................... 66
Character (ASCII) Chart ................................................................................................... 66
Section 14.
SEQUENTIAL MODE (FOR 5800 TRANSMITTERS) ........................................... 67
Section 15.
SYSTEM COMMUNICATION ..................................................................................... 70
Report Code Formats ....................................................................................................... 70
Table of Contact ID Event Codes............................................................................... 72
Communication Programming .......................................................................................... 72
Section 16.
TESTING THE SYSTEM .............................................................................................. 77
Test Procedure ................................................................................................................. 77
To the Installer .................................................................................................................. 78
Section 17.
SYSTEM OPERATION ................................................................................................. 79
Security Codes ................................................................................................................. 79
Installer Code ............................................................................................................. 79
Assigning the Master Code ........................................................................................ 79
Changing the Master Code ........................................................................................ 79
User Codes ................................................................................................................ 79
Duress Code .............................................................................................................. 79
Keypad Functions ............................................................................................................. 80
General Information.................................................................................................... 80
Arming, Disarming Functions, etc. ............................................................................. 80
Panic Keys ................................................................................................................. 81
FA4285 Phone Module (if used) ................................................................................ 81
Relays Outputs (if used)............................................................................................. 81
Exit Alarm Displays (if programmed) .......................................................................... 81
Trouble Conditions ........................................................................................................... 82
General Information.................................................................................................... 82
"Check" and "Battery" Displays .................................................................................. 82
Power Failure ............................................................................................................. 82
Other Displays ........................................................................................................... 82
Section 18.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .................................................................................... 83
Contacting Technical Support.......................................................................................... 85
Section 19.
SPECIFICATIONS & ACCESSORIES ...................................................................... 86
Specifications ................................................................................................................... 86
Accessories (Compatible Devices) .................................................................................. 85
REGULATORY AGENCY STATEMENTS................................................................................................. 89
LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM ................................................................................................ 92
FA142C SUMMARY OF CONNECTIONS DIAGRAM ..................................................... Inside Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................................ Back Cover
NOTE: A Programming Guide is supplied in addition to this manual.
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Troubleshooting
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Why there is no siren output all of sudden
The First Alert FA142C may have no siren output due to the following possible causes:
1. Power Issues – The alarm sounder requires a 12V, 2.0 Amp output. If the power supply is interrupted or the backup battery is depleted, the siren may not function.
2. Blown Fuse – The system has a 3A battery fuse (No. 90–12). If this fuse is blown, it could prevent the siren from operating.
3. Wiring Issues – Incorrect or loose wiring connections to the siren or control panel may cause a lack of output.
4. System Programming – If alarm outputs are not correctly programmed or disabled in the system settings, the siren may not activate.
5. Overloaded Power Output – The auxiliary power output and alarm sounder should not exceed 600mA total for UL installations. If overloaded, the system may shut down the siren output.
Checking these factors can help identify and resolve the issue.
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