Wireless Security System Models: AHS613 AHS616 AHS629 User Guide Please read these instructions completely before operating this product.
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IMPORTANT MODEL NUMBER INFORMATION This manual covers three separate systems which will each include different devices. This manual may contain information on a device that is not included for your system but can be purchased separately by visiting: ALCWireless.com See pages 6-8 for information on what is included with your system.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................3 INTRODUCTION ........................6 System Contents - AHS616 ....................6 System Contents - AHS613 ....................7 System Contents - AHS629 ....................8 Getting to Know Your Security System ................9 GETTING STARTED ......................10 Downloading the App ..................... 10 Pairing the Devices/Sensors ....................10 Pairing the Control Hub ....................11...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SETTING UP THE Power Switch AS A REPEATER ............45 Setup..........................45 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 46 Factory Default/Reset ......................47 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..................48 Control Hub ........................48 Camera ...........................48 Remote Control .......................48 Motion Detector .......................49 Power Plug/Repeater .......................49 Siren ..........................49 WARRANTY ........................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT SAFETY: When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. Improper use of this product can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Recycling and Disposal Information: • Do not dispose of electronic devices or any of their components (especially batteries and LCD displays) in your municipal trash collection. • Consult your local waste management authority or a recycling organization like Earth911.com to find an electronics recycling facility in your area.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Maintain electrical safety. Power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this product should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire.
INTRODUCTION System Contents - AHS613 After unpacking, you will have the following items: Control Hub Adaptor DC 12V/1A Ethernet Cable Door/Window Sensor Battery CR2032 Sticky pad Set Indoor Siren Adaptor DC 5V/1 A Bracket Screw Set Remote Control Battery CR2032...
INTRODUCTION System Contents - AHS616 After unpacking, you will have the following items: Control Hub Adaptor DC 12V/1A Ethernet Cable Motion Detector Battery AA 1.5V Sticky Pad Set Power Switch Door/Window Sensor Battery CR2032 Sticky pad Set Indoor Siren Adaptor DC 5V/1 A Bracket Screw Set Remote Control...
INTRODUCTION System Contents - AHS629 After unpacking, you will have the following items: Control Hub Adaptor DC 12V/1A Ethernet Cable Wireless Camera Adaptor DC 5V/1.5A Bracket Motion Detector Battery AA 1.5V Sticky Pad Set Power Switch Door/Window Sensor Battery CR2032 Sticky pad Set Indoor Siren Adaptor DC 5V/1 A...
INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Security System The AHS616 is an upgradeable security system that comes with everything you need to start protecting your home. You can increase security at any time by adding additional sensors and/ or cameras. The system is easily accessed anywhere in the world via Internet. The free iOS/ Android App allows you to view/record video, turn power switch(es) on/off, activate/deactivate the siren manually or automatically.
Download the ALC Connect App as follows: APPLE DEVICE: From your iPhone or iPad, go to the App Store and search for ALC Connect. ANDROID DEVICE: From your Android smartphone or tablet device, go to Google Play and search for ALC Connect.
Control Hub is ready to set up. Launch the previously installed ALC The app will search for the Control Hub Connect App. At the next screen, tap and retrieve the DID automatically. If Next, then tap Next again.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Control Hub The following screen will appear; enter The newly added Control Hub is now the desired System name and the added. security code, if not in already. The default security code is 123456. NOTES: • If the Control Hub DID/Security Code cannot be retrieved, please check to make sure the Control Hub is powered on and the Ethernet cable is securely connected to the Wi-Fi router.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Camera Model AHS613 does not include a Camera. (Note: Any SightHD camera will work.) Connect the small end of the AC Insert an SD Card (up to 32GB - not adaptor to the Camera’s DC IN jack.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Camera Tap Next; the App will then search for At the next screen, select the the camera (this could take up to two Camera. minutes). If it does not detect, then You may be asked to change the manually enter the DID code located password and to select a Wi-Fi on the camera.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Door/Window Sensor The Door/Window Sensor comes with At the Status screen, tap +. a pre-installed CR2032 battery. If it needs replacing, simply remove the cover by sliding it downwards and replace with a new CR2032 battery. Tap Door/Window Sensor.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Door/Window Sensor For initial setup, remove the insulating If it did not detect the sensor, pair plastic tab; the App will then search manually by removing the battery for the sensor. If it does not detect, cover and then reinstalling it (this then manually see step 6.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Motion Detector The Motion Detector comes with At the Status screen, tap +. three pre-installed AA batteries. If they need replacing, press the tab at the bottom of the sensor and insert three AA size batteries following the diagram in the compartment.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Motion Detector For initial setup, remove the insulating If it did not detect the sensor, pair plastic tab; the App will then search manually by removing the battery for the sensor. If it does not detect, cover and then press the Pair button.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Remote Control The Remote Control comes with a At the Status screen, tap +. pre-installed CR2032 battery. If it needs replacing, simply pull out the battery compartment on the side of the Remote Control and replace with a new CR2032 battery.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Remote Control For initial setup, remove the insulating If it did not detect the Remote plastic tab; the App will then search Control, press and hold the Armed for the Remote Control. If it does Stay button on the Remote Control not detect, see step 6.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Indoor Siren The indoor Siren can be operated via To use with AC, connect the small the AC Power supply or batteries. To end of the AC adaptor to the Indoor use batteries, press the tab on the Siren’s DC IN jack.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Indoor Siren Tap Pair to start the Pairing process. The App will then search for the Follow the on screen instructions. Indoor Siren. If the App did not detect the Siren, press the Pair button located inside the battery compartment in the back.
GETTING STARTED Pairing the Power Switch Model AHS613 does not include an Power Switch. Tap Power Plug. At the Status screen, tap +. Tap Pair to start the Pairing process. Plug the Power Switch into a standard AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz; the LED Follow the on screen instructions.
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GETTING STARTED Pairing the Power Switch If the Power Switch did not pair in The following screen will appear; enter step 3, manually pair by pressing and the desired Siren’s name and the holding the AC button until the LED location.
INSTALLATION Installation Tips The diagram below shows the suggested location(s) for the security system. Use this as a guide for your installation. The system is expandable with additional compatible wireless cameras, Motion Detectors, door/window contact sensors, sirens or other sensors (see pages 6-8 to see what is included with your kit) for greater protection.
INSTALLATION Installation Tips WARNING: It is not recommended to use this camera outdoors. • Before you install the system, plan where and how it will be positioned, and where you will route the cable that connects the camera to the power adaptor(s). •...
INSTALLATION Installing the Camera If not mounting, but just using on a flat Slide the camera into the Camera surface (desk, table, etc.), skip to step Bracket if mounting on ceiling or wall. 2. Secure the multi-position Camera Rotate the camera to the desired Bracket to a stable surface, ceiling or viewing angle.
INSTALLATION Installing the Door/Window Sensor Option B - Screws (included) Open the back cover of the small section. Use the two mounting Insert the first mounting screw screws to fix the back cover onto the directly onto the door/window frame movable part of the door/window (A).
INSTALLATION Installing the Motion Detector Option B - Screws (Corner Flat Wall: Place the unit back onto the Bracket and Screws included) back cover. Corner: Hang on the corner bracket. Flat Wall: Remove back cover and insert the four screws as shown (A). Corner: Insert the two screws into the corner bracket as shown (B).
ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation When first turning on the app you The Status screen will then appear; will enter the Control Hub Selection see below and the following pages window. Simply tap your Control Hub for the details and operation of the to enter.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation Status Screen Icon Descriptions Door/Window Closed Door/Window Open Sensor On Status Sensor Off Indicator Sensor Triggered Battery Low Tamper Alert Edit Icon Delete (Appears in Edit Mode) Edit Mode Note: ARM AWAY and ARM STAY:...
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation to enter the respective next to the Camera to enter device’s Edit window, which will allow the Camera’s Edit window, which will you to set the following: allow you to change the Name, DID, Siren: Name and Location.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation Set the following at the Camera’s Advanced Settings: Admin Password: Tap Modify to change the Admin Password. Time Zone: Tap to select the time zone you are in. Tap the checkbox to select daylight saving time.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Basic Operation Sensitivity Setting: Tap Detect Mode to set the desired Sensitivity Settings as follows: OFF: Turns sensitivity off. PIR: (Passive Infrared Sensor) is an electronic sensor that measures infrared (IR) light radiating from objects in its field of view.
ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Device Control On the Status window, tap a Device’s Siren: Tap the Siren icon, then turn icon to turn the device on or off, or the Siren On or Off. Tapping On will many various functions as described sound the Siren.
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ALC CONNECT APP STATUS SCREEN Device Control Model AHS613 does not include a Camera. On the Status window, tap the Tap the icons under the image to Camera. At this screen you can view perform the following: the camera. Snapshot: Tap to capture screen images.
ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN One-Touch Scenario Both the ‘One-Touch Scenario’ and the ‘Sequence Scenario’ are designed so you can customize the functions of the Remote Control buttons and the App controls (to mirror them) to setup items such as activate single/multiple cameras and sensors for recording and alerts, etc.
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ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN One-Touch Scenario Tap the Scenario icon to enter the to enter the Edit mode. Scenario screen. Tap one of the three one-touch You can now rename the one-touch scenarios you wish to edit. scenario and check the desired device to activate upon pressing/ tapping;...
ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN Sequence Scenario Allows you to preset a sequence of Tap one of the Sequence Scenarios. events. For example, once the Motion Detector detects motion, the camera can begin recording and the light can turn on. Tap the Scenario icon to enter the Scenario screen.
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ALC CONNECT APP SCENARIO SCREEN Sequence Scenario Select the desired device to activate Tap On or Off to set what status the by tapping it. Note that adding a selected device will be set to upon device will automatically activate it.
Use the Play, Pause, Mute, and Unmute buttons during video playback. Notes: • Model AHS613 does not include a Camera. Video viewing is not available if there is no camera connected. • Video records for one minute when an alert has been triggered.
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ALC CONNECT APP SETTING SCREEN Operation Tap the Setting icon to enter the The System Setting screen will Setting screen. Enter the Admin appear. This section will describe the Password (default is 123456). Tap settings of this screen. Confirm when done.
ALC CONNECT APP SETTING SCREEN Operation Tap Notification Setup. At this Notes: screen you can disable/enable Email Notifications and/or Push • Both Email and Push Notifications are Notifications. Also set an email available for System Arm, Disarm and/or address to send alerts to. Tap Save trigger events generated from Camera, Motion when done.
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ALC CONNECT APP SETTING SCREEN Operation Tap Firmware Update then tap Tap Remote Style. Tap to turn Update to check for firmware On or Off. If you turn on, next time updates. If one is available, tap Yes you startup the app the screen will and install the new firmware.
SETTING UP THE Power Switch AS A REPEATER Setup Model AHS613 does not include a Power Switch. Make sure the Power Switch and While the LED is blinking blue the Sensor you want to “extend the and orange, activate the pairing range”...
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any trouble with your system, try these simple steps which should handle most common issues. Problem Possible Solution Make sure it is plugged into an AC Outlet and that the rear connection is inserted correctly. Control Hub Device not working.
TROUBLESHOOTING Factory Default/Reset Insert a paper clip or similar object into the Reset hole for five seconds and the system will start the reset process. The system will restore to factory default settings and you may start the Wi-Fi setup. —...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motion Detector Signal Frequency .....................916.8 MHz RF Range (open field conditions) ...................150 M Max. Detection Range ......................16 M Detection Angle ........................ 110° Battery Type ................3 x 1.5V AA Batteries (included) Battery Life .......Anticipated life up to 2 years (Supposed 200 triggers per day) Battery Power Monitoring ...........Yes (On device and transmitted to App) Tamper Detection .....................
ALC service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by ALC, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this product.
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ALC, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or provision of similar intent and economic impact will be substituted therefore.
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