Security System User Guide for the LED Command Center National Security Systems Inc (800)457-1999
Security System User’s Guide MY SECURITY COMPANY IS: CALL BEFORE TEST: ____________________________ THIS SECURITY SYSTEM IS CONNECTED TO TELEPHONE NUMBER: ____________________________________ THE SECURITY CONTROL PANEL IS CONNECTED TO THE PHONE JACK LOCATED: ____________________________________ TRANSFORMER LOCATION: _________________________________ CIRCUIT BREAKER NUMBER: _______________________________ 46840C LED Command Center User’s Guide Page 2 Copyright © 2002 Radionics
Security System User’s Guide Contents About This User’s Guide ........................................................................................... 5 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 5 Security System Basics ............................................................................................ 6 What is a Point? ..............................................................................................
Security System User’s Guide Walk Test (Cmd 44) ................................................................................................ 34 Reset the System (Cmd 47) ................................................................................... 35 Turn Watch On/Off (Cmd 61) ................................................................................. 36 Select Watch Tone (Cmd 62) .................................................................................
Security System User’s Guide About This User’s Guide This user’s guide shows you how to use and maintain your security system. It covers basic functions, such as turning the system on and off. The functions described in this guide are programmed by your security company. Some of them may not be enabled in your system. Certain functions covered may require you to enter your personal passcode. Introduction Your system helps to secure life, property, and investments against fire, theft and bodily harm.
Security System User’s Guide Security System Basics What is a Point? A Point is a detection device or group of devices connected to your security system. Points are identified by the area they monitor, such as a front door, bedroom window or hallway. What is a Faulted Point? When a point (such as a door or window) is closed, it is said to be normal. When the door or window is open, the point is said to be faulted or not normal.
Security System User’s Guide All On When you turn your system All On, you are turning on all controlled points, both interior (motion detectors) and perimeter (doors and windows of the building). Controlled Points are All On DINING KITCHEN LIVING ROOM BED ROOM BED ROOM BEDROOM Part On When you turn your system Part On, you are turning on only a portion of the controlled points. The particular points included in this portion are determined by your alarm company.
Security System User’s Guide Command Center Keys Your LED Command Center has 19 keys to perform the various functions as described below: Key Function 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0 The numeric keys are used for entering passcodes and issuing commands. Cmd The [Cmd] key is used in conjunction with the numeric keys to enter commands. Also displays system status. All On The [All On] key allows you to turn your system All On (see page 14,"Turning the System All On").
Security System User’s Guide Command Center Tones The Command Center emits several distinct tones and illuminates lights to alert you to system events. Tone Tone Pattern _ _ _ When a fire point activates, the Command Center emits a repeated warble tone (on for two seconds, then briefly off). _____________ When a burglary point activates while your system is turned on, your Command Center emits a continuous warble tone. The sounder remains on for the duration of the time set by your security company.
Security System User’s Guide Command Center LED Descriptions LED State Status On Description No System Troubles. Slow Flash AC failure, system trouble or keypad has been moved away from its assigned area. Fast Flash Command Center in Command Mode System test has been initiated. Cmd Off User logged off and no command is active. Fast Flash Waiting for passcode entry. On Exit Delay timer is active or a command is in progress. Off Panel disarmed or armed Part On.
Security System User’s Guide Fire Alarms Fire alarms are the highest priority events. When a fire point activates, your Command Center emits a Fire Alarm tone (repeated warble tone - on for two seconds, then briefly off). Evacuate all occupants and investigate for smoke or fire. Make sure that all occupants know the difference between the Burglary Alarm tone and the Fire Alarm tone. Burglary Alarms Burglary alarms are the second priority.
Security System User’s Guide How Your System Reports Alarms Your security system may be programmed to automatically disconnect your telephone when sending reports to your security company. Once the report is complete, the system returns the telephone to normal operation (verify with your installing company). Your system makes repeated attempts to send reports to your security company. If your system fails to report, the Command Center signals a system trouble.
Security System User’s Guide Log Out of the System The system remembers passcodes entered for approximately 10 seconds after you have stopped pressing keys. To log out of the system, press the [Cmd] key twice. The Cmd LED remains off, acknowledging that you have successfully logged out. Turn the System Off Entry Delay Time (to be filled in by your security company): You have __________ seconds to enter premises and turn system off. Turn off the security system by entering your passcode.
Security System User’s Guide Turn the System All On (All On or Cmd 1) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Exit Delay Time (to be filled in by your security company): You have __________ seconds to exit premises before system turns on. Use this command to turn on the entire system. Once you press the All On key, the Exit Delay timer starts its countdown. Your security company programs the length of exit delay to ensure you have adequate time to exit.
Security System User’s Guide Turn the System Part On (Part On or Cmd 2) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Exit Delay Time (to be filled in by your security company): You have __________ seconds to exit premises before system turns on. Part On turns on part of your system, leaving the rest of the system turned off. Refer to the Point Identification section of your Command Center’s Reference Card to identify Part points designated for Part On activation.
Security System User’s Guide Turn the System Part 2 On (Cmd 3) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Exit Delay Time (to be filled in by your security company): You have __________ seconds to exit premises before system turns on. Part 2 On turns on part of your system designated as Part 2, leaving the rest of the system turned off. You can select the points that turn on for Part 2 On (see page 17, “Set Part 2 Points”). 1. Make sure that Part 2 points are normal (not faulted).
Security System User’s Guide Set Part 2 Points (Cmd 65) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to select which points are armed when you turn the system Part 2 On. This allows you to turn part of the system on to detect intrusion, while the remaining part of the system allows you to move freely without sounding an alarm. 1. Make sure that the system is turned off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [6] + [5].
Security System User’s Guide Turn the System On with No Delay Use this command to turn the system All On or Part On without entry or exit delays. Remember that turning the system on with no delay allows no exit or entry delay time through the designated delay point (for example, Front Door). 46840C 1. Make sure that all points are normal (not faulted). 2. Press [All On] if you want to turn the system All On or press [Part On] if you want to turn the system Part On.
Security System User’s Guide Turn the System On with No Exit Tone Use this command to turn the entire system All On, Part On or Part 2 On without any exit tones. Remember that turning the system on with no exit tone eliminates the tone emitted by the Command Center intended to alert occupants that the system is about to arm. This command is useful when you wish to arm the system, but not disturb the occupants while the system counts down prior to arming. 1.
Security System User’s Guide Turn the System On with Points Faulted (Force Arm) Force-arming is not permitted in UL applications. I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. 1. To force arm the system All On or Part On with the normal Exit Delay time and tone, press [All On] or [Part On]. The faulted point’s LED indicator remains on. The Cmd indicator turns on. Press [All On] or [Part On] again. If the Cmd indicator flashes fast, enter your passcode.
Security System User’s Guide Bypass Points I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to bypass one or more points before turning the system All On, Part On or Part 2 On. When a point is bypassed, it can be faulted without starting an alarm event. Example: Your kitchen has just been painted and you want to leave the windows open but still turn on the system. Bypassing points allows the system to be on but prevents it from monitoring undesired areas. 1.
Security System User’s Guide Date and Time (Cmd 45) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to program the system’s date and time. 1. Ensure that the system is turned off (All and Part are not illuminated). 2. Press [Cmd] + [4] + [5]. The Command Center may prompt you to enter a valid passcode by flashing the Cmd indicator. 3. Enter your passcode. The Command Center lights Point 1 on the display. 4. Enter the date and time using the MM/DD/YY, HH:MM format.
Security System User’s Guide Change a Passcode (Cmd 55) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to change your passcode at any time. Only use this feature under the direction of your security company. Write down your old passcode and the new one before you begin. 1. Make sure that your system is off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [5] + [5]. The Command Center flashes the Cmd indicator to prompt you to enter your passcode. 3.
Security System User’s Guide Change Others’ Passcodes (Cmd 56) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to change passcodes for each user in the system. This command requires the appropriate authority level to change passcodes. Only use this feature under the direction of your security company. Cmd 56 is only for changing passcodes other than the one used to access Cmd 56. For example, if User 1 performs Cmd 56, he/ she cannot modify his/her own passcode.
Security System User’s Guide Change Others’ Passcode Level (Cmd 56) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to change passcode authority levels for each user in the system. This command requires the appropriate authority level to change passcodes. You cannot change your own passcode authority level. Only use this feature under the direction of your security company.
Security System User’s Guide Add a Passcode (Cmd 56) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to add new passcodes to the system. This command requires the appropriate authority level to add passcodes. To add a new passcode to the system, you must assign an area(s) to the new user in addition to using the other Cmd 56 features (changing a passcode and changing a passcode authority level) as outlined below. Only use this feature under the direction of your security company.
Security System User’s Guide 15. Press the [Cmd] key until the Command Center emits a single beep tone, the Cmd indicator turns off and the Status indicator turns on. This indicates that the Command Center has exited this command. The new user passcode, area assignment and authority level will automatically be logged into the system’s programming memory. Make sure that your security company’s programming records are properly updated. Delete a Passcode (Cmd 58) I can perform this command.
Security System User’s Guide Renew One-Time Passcodes (Cmd 53) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. One-time passcodes can only be used once to turn the system off. This command allows those with the applicable authority level to renew previous One-Time passcodes. Once renewed, the One-Time passcode is again able to turn the system off only once. 46840C 1. Make sure the system is turned off (All and Part are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [5] + [3].
Security System User’s Guide Check System Troubles (Cmd 4) Your system emits a trouble tone to alert you to a system trouble event. System troubles are caused by things such as low batteries. Use this command to learn what is causing the trouble and what steps to take to correct it. 1. The system may be on or off when a system trouble occurs. If the system is on, you must turn it off to check the trouble. 2. Press [Cmd] + [4] to silence the trouble tone. The Command Center displays all system troubles.
Security System User’s Guide View Alarm Memory (Cmd 40) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. After an alarm has been silenced and cleared from the display, you may still review the points that had been in alarm. 1. Make sure that the system is turned off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [4] + [0]. Enter passcode if prompted. The Command Center displays all points that are in alarm memory. 3. To clear the alarm memory, turn the system on and then off.
Security System User’s Guide View System Trouble (Cmd 42) Use this command to view system trouble events. A system trouble condition may occur if there is a communications trouble, or it is time for the system to be serviced by your security company. 1. Make sure that the system is turned off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [4] + [2]. The Command Center may prompt you to enter a valid passcode by flashing the Cmd light. 3. Enter your passcode.
Security System User’s Guide View Point Trouble (Cmd 48) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to view which points (if any) are in trouble. 1. Make sure that the system is turned off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [4] + [8]. The Command Center may prompt you to enter a valid passcode by flashing the Cmd light. 3. Enter your passcode. The Command Center displays all points that are in trouble (if any).
Security System User’s Guide I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. The System Test command allows you to ensure that your system is operating correctly by testing the system’s bell, strobe, battery and phone line. Only those programmed by your installing security company are tested (your system may only be programmed to test the back-up battery and the bell output).
Security System User’s Guide each test. 4. Point Testing Status Flash Slow Testing Segment Underway Flash Fast Testing Segment Failed On Testing Segment Complete When the test is complete, the Command Center automatically exits this command. To stop the test currently in progress and skip to the next test, press the [∗] key. To abort all system tests and return to the normal display, press the [Cmd] key. Walk Test (Cmd 44) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command.
Security System User’s Guide Reset the System (Cmd 47) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use this command to reset the system (including fire points) after an alarm. Detection devices, such as smoke detectors and shock sensors, must be reset after being activated. Resetting the system takes about 20 seconds. If points do not reset, contact your alarm company for help. 1. Ensure that your system is off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [4] + [7].
Security System User’s Guide Turn Watch On/Off (Cmd 61) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Use the Watch feature to “watch” points when the system is off. For example, parents with small children may want a tone to sound whenever a door or window is opened as a way of monitoring the location of the children. Use this command to turn the watch feature on and off.
Security System User’s Guide Select Watch Tone (Cmd 62) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. The Watch feature gives you the ability to “watch” points when the system is off. For example, parents with small children may want a tone to sound whenever a door or window is opened as a way of monitoring the whereabouts of the children. Use this command to set the type of response your system produces when a watch point is faulted.
Security System User’s Guide Watch Tone Description Off Displays point(s), but no tone when point(s) is faulted. Short Beep Displays point and sounds a short tone when point(s) is faulted. Beep Till Key Displays point and sounds a tone until the [Cmd] key is pressed. Beep Till Closed Displays point and sounds a tone until the point(s) is returned to normal (door or window is closed). Pressing the [Cmd] key also silences the tone. 5.
Security System User’s Guide Select Watch Points (Cmd 63) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. The Watch feature gives you the ability to “watch” points when the system is off. For example, parents with small children may want a tone to sound whenever a door or window is opened as a way of monitoring the location of the children.
Security System User’s Guide Extend Auto On Time (Cmd 51) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Your security company can program your system to turn on automatically. This command allows you to delay the auto-on time by one hour during the auto-on pre-alert time. 1. Make sure the system is turned off (All and Part indicators are off). 2. Press [Cmd] + [5] + [1]. The Command Center may prompt you to enter a valid passcode by flashing the Cmd indicator. 3.
Security System User’s Guide All Areas Off (Cmd 81) I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. Depending on the areas assigned to your authority level, this command allows you to turn off all areas at the same time when the system is split into more than one area. 1. Press [Cmd] + [8] + [1]. The Command Center may prompt you to enter a valid passcode by flashing the Cmd indicator. 2. Enter your passcode if necessary. The Command Center turns off all areas at the same time.
Security System User’s Guide Remote Arming with Telephone, Area 1 I can perform this command. I cannot perform this command. This function controls the built-in telephone arming feature for Area 1. When enabled, the panel answers the phone on the programmed ring count. When the panel answers the phone: • If the panel is All or Part On, it sounds three beeps and starts the handshake tone for remote programming.
Security System User’s Guide Security System Limitations Not even the most advanced security system can guarantee protection against burglary, fire, or environmental threats. All security systems are subject to possible compromise or failure-to-warn for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to, the following: • If sirens or horns are placed outside the hearing range of people in remote areas of the building or in areas which are frequently closed off, they do not provide the intended protection.
Security System User’s Guide Fire Safety and Evacuation Residential fire is a leading cause of accidental death. Most fire related deaths occur at night when occupants suffocate in their sleep from smoke and toxic gases, rather than from burns. To help reduce this risk, the following program should be implemented. 1. Minimize fire hazards.
Security System User’s Guide Maintenance and Service This security system requires very little maintenance, however, you should test the system weekly to ensure it is working properly. A test schedule and maintenance program can be arranged. If you notice a change in operation during normal use or testing, call for service as soon as possible. Do not attempt to repair the control panel, Command Centers, or detectors yourself.
Security System User’s Guide Glossary 24-hour Point Points that are always on even when the system is turned off. Two types: Fire Points and Non-Fire 24-hour Points. All On To turn on all of the points in the system. Burglary Alarm Tone A constant warble tone. Bypass To selectively remove points temporarily from the system. Central Station A facility where trained personnel monitor your security system 24 hours a day.
Security System User’s Guide Fire Point Point that only monitors a fire detection device(s) such as a smoke detector. This type of point is always on and cannot be turned off. Hold An instruction to press and hold a key to perform a function. No Delay Turning the system on without entry or exit delay. Non-Fire Point Non-fire 24-hour point is always on and cannot be turned off. Off Display The display that appears when the system is turned off and no keys are pressed.
Index A Alarm Memory 30 Alarms 12 Burglary 11 Fire 11 Silencing 12 All On 7, 14 Area 40, 41 Off 41 On 40 Auto On Time 40 Auto-Forward 41 On/Off 41 B Burglary Alarms 11 Bypass Points 20, 21 C Change Other Passcodes 24 Cleaning 45 Commands 10 Controlled Points 6 D Date 22 Delay Silent 19 Delete Passcodes 27 E Evacuation 44 F Faulted Point 6 Fire Alarms 11 Fire Points 6 Fire Safety 44 Fire Trouble Events 11 K Keys 8 L Logging Out of the System 12 M Maintenance 45 N Non-fire 24-hour Points 6 Non-Fire T
