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Thank you for purchasing this C&K alarm system. Your system is one of the most powerful and advanced alarm systems on the market today designed to provide you with years of reliable operation. This manual explains how to operate your alarm system. Basic operating instructions are also printed on the small label attached to the inside of your keypad(s) door.
Table of contents Gettingacquainted .............................................. 4-5 What the lights mean ........................................... 6 What the sounds mean ....................................... 7 Arming the system ............................................... 8-17 Arming options .................................................... 18-19 Disarming the system .......................................... 20 After an alarm ...................................................... 21 Options ..
What your alarm system is... Your alarm system is made up of a control panel and several detection devices like motion sensors, magnetic contacts, and so on. Specific areas of detection are called zones. Zones can be programmed to have different characteristics. Some zones may be 24-hour zones, that is, they remain armed even when the alarm system is off. Zones used for fire detection, for example, are always 24-hour zones. In addition, some zones can be programmed to allow bypassing.
Each alarm system in the 2300 family is designed to meet the specific needs of a variety of applications. System 236 is specifically designed for smaller, six zone applications. Systems 238 and 2316 are designed for applications requiring protection of eight and sixteen zones, respectively. Although these systems do not offer all the same options, your alarm professional has installed the system best suited for your application.
POWER LIGHT AC POWER FAILURE ARMED LIGHT Off LOW BATTERY Power Failure. System is operating on battery. Battery is low; Call your service department. LCD display will show system trouble. Slow Flash SYSTEM ARMED SYSTEM DISARMED SYSTEM IS ARMED WITH DELAY ZONES CONVERTED TO INSTANT On Protection is on. Off Protection is off. Slow Flash System armed using * 7 #.
SOUND 2 beeps 5 beeps continuous tone, beeping fast for last ten seconds continuous beeping, speeding up for last ten seconds 2 second beep chirping (1 second on, 4 seconds off) continuous tone pulsed tone (2 seconds on, 2 seconds off) MEANING . system armed or disarmed . successful central station test or battery test . wrong PIN number entered . invalid function . unauthorizedcommandattempted . error changing PIN number . entry delay time . exit delay time . doorchime .
TO ARM THE SYSTEM: Make sure the display reads READY TO ARM. . Faulted zones must be cleared or bypassed before the system can be armed. If the display reads NOT READY TO ARM, followed by FAULTED ZONE, push the # key. The display will then indicate which zone(s) are faulted. For more information, refer to the sectionsBypassing Zones andAfter An Alarm Occurs. PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN and push the # key. # .
Make sure the red ARM light comes on. . The keypad will beep twice to confirm that the system is armed. . The display will read EXIT NOW. Exit through any TIME DELAY DOOR within OPTION INSTALLED seconds. . The exit delay time can be programmed from 10 seconds to 150 seconds. . If theEXIT PRE-ALARM option is installed, the keypad will beep slowly until 10 seconds before the delay time expires, then rapidly for the last 10 seconds. .
System: 236/236i ONLY OPTION INSTALLED AUTO HOME ARMING This option enables the system to automatically bypass interior zones if you arm the system but do not leave the premises. The perimeter zones will be armed, and the entry delay will remain intact. Make sure the display reads READY TO ARM. PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN and push the # key. # . If you do not exit before the exit delay time expires, the system will automatically arm perimeter zones and bypass interior zones. .
INSTANT ARMING Instant Arming converts all time delayed zones toINSTANT zones. Make sure that the display reads READY TO ARM. Enter your PIN (if required), push the key, enter the digit "7", then push the # key. PIN REQUIRED * . The keypad will beep twice to confirm that the system is armed, * 7 # and the display will read ARMED - INSTANT. . The red ARM light will flash while the system is Instant Armed. .
HOME ARMING Home Arming arms perimeter zones, while bypassing interior zones. Make sure that the display reads READY TO ARM. PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN (if required), push the key, enter the digit "4", then push the # key. * . The keypad will beep twice to confirm that the system is armed, * 4 and the display will read ARMED. # . The red ARM light will flash while the system is armed. . Home Arming allows you to move about freely inside the premises while the system is armed. .
INSTANT HOME ARMING Instant Home Arming arms perimeter zones, and bypasses interior zones. Entry time delays are converted to INSTANT. Make sure that the display reads READY TO ARM. PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN (if required), push the key, enter the digit "7", the digit "4", then push the # key. * . The keypad will beep twice to confirm that the system is armed, and the display will read ARMED - INSTANT. .
System: 238, 238i, 2316, 2316i ONLY BYPASSING ZONES This procedure allows you to bypass one or more zones while your system is DISARMED. NOTE:System programming determines which PINs can bypass zones, also which zones can be bypassed. To learn if a zone can be bypassed, see theZone description list on pages 46-48. PIN REQUIRED If required, enter your PIN. Push the key, enter the zone to be bypassed, then push the # key. # ZONE # NOTE: Zones can also be bypassed by remote programming.
System: 238, 238i, 2316, 2316i ONLY PIN REQUIRED . To bypass more than one zone: enter your PIN (if required), push the key, enter the first zone to be bypassed, push the key again, enter the next zone to be bypassed, and so on. When the last zone to be bypassed has been entered, push the # key. # ZONE # ZONE # . To indicate that zones are bypassed, the display will read BYPASSED ZONE. To see which zones are bypassed, push the # key (once for each bypassed zone). .
System: 236 and 236i ONLY BYPASSING ZONES This procedure allows you to bypass one or more zones while your system is DISARMED1 (See NOTE page 17 ). NOTE:System programming determines which PINs can bypass zones, also which zones can be bypassed. To learn if a zone can be bypassed, see theZone description list on page 46. PIN REQUIRED OPTION INSTALLED Enter your PIN (if required). Push the key, enter the digit "2", enter the zone to be bypassed, then push the # key.
System: 236 and 236i ONLY . 1 To indicate that zones are bypassed, the display will read BYPASSED ZONE. To see which zones are bypassed, push the # key. NOTE: Zones can also be bypassed by remote programming. The system can either be armed or disarmed for remote programming. . . The procedures for adding a bypass and removing a bypass are identical. To remove a bypass: Enter your PIN, push the key, enter the digit "2", enter the zone from which the bypass is to be removed, then push the # key.
Your alarm system has been programmed for one of the following arming types: OPTION INSTALLED OPTION INSTALLED 18 GOOF-PROOF ARMING If any zone other than a 24-hour zone is faulted (open window, malfunctioning sensor, etc.), your system will not arm. You will not be able to arm the system until the faulted zone is cleared or manually bypassed.
OPTION INSTALLED CHIRP ALERT (Available on Systems 238, 238i, 2316 and 2316i ONLY) The system will arm even if delayed or interior zones are faulted at the time of arming. If an EXIT DELAY zone is still faulted when the EXIT DELAY time expires, the bell/siren will begin to chirp. The chirping will continue for the duration of the ENTRY DELAY time. You must re-enter the premises and disarm the system before the ENTRY DELAY time expires or an alarm will occur.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM: Enter only through a TIME DELAY door. OPTION INSTALLED . If the ENTRY PRE-ALARM option is installed, the keypad will sound constantly until 10 seconds before the delay time expires (or the panel is disarmed), then beep rapidly for the last 10 seconds. . The display will read ENTRY - DISARM NOW. A bar graph will appear on the display, showing how much entry time remains. PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN within seconds and push the # key.
AFTER AN ALARM OCCURS: PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN and push the # key. # . This will silence the bell/siren and disarm the system. . The display will read ALARM ZONE. To see which zones are in alarm, push the # key. If this is a false alarm and no emergency response is needed, call our central station IMMEDIATELY at to cancel the alarm. . Write down the number of the triggered zones to help us service you.
(Note: The following Options are available on all Systems, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.) 24-HOUR MONITORING OPTION INSTALLED With this option installed, your alarm system will transmit alarm signals to our central station. EMERGENCY KEY (Available on Systems 238, 238i, 2316 and 2316i ONLY) OPTION INSTALLED . OPTION INSTALLED When this option is installed, holding the EMERGENCY key down for three seconds will trigger an alarm. The keypad will beep twice to confirm the alarm condition.
OPTION INSTALLED POLICE/PANIC KEY When this option is installed, holding down the POLICE key for three seconds will trigger an alarm. The keypad will beep twice to confirm the alarm condition. OPTION INSTALLED DURESS ALARM (Available on Systems 238 and 2316 ONLY) Should an intruder force you to turn your security system off or on, you can send a silent DURESS signal to our central station by adding or subtracting "1" from the last digit of your PIN.
OPTION INSTALLED OPTION INSTALLED 24 DURESS ALARM (Available on Systems 236i ONLY) Should an intruder force you to turn your security system off or on, you can send a silent DURESS signal to our central station by entering User Code 6 a code designated exclusively for a DURESS signal. Your system will appear to be operating normally. There is no indication of an alarm condition.
OPTION INSTALLED GUEST COMBINATION (Not Available on System 236/236i) The SYSTEM 238 and 238i can store up to 8 PINs and the SYSTEM 2316 and 2316i up to 32 PINs. In these systems, PIN #8 can be programmed as a GUEST COMBINATION that will only be valid for a specified number ofsuccessive days. The countdown of days begins the first time the GUEST COMBINATION is used. NUMBER OF DAYS GUEST COMBINATION IS VALID .
System: 238 and 238i ONLY CHANGING A USER PIN - SYSTEM 238 and 238i User 1 can use his Master PIN to change the PINs of Users 1 - 8. MASTER PIN REQUIRED Enter your Master PIN, push the key, enter the digit "0", then push the # key. * . The display will read PROGRAMMING. Enter the new PIN and push the # key. * 0 # # . The new PIN can be from two to five digits long, but must start with the same first digit as the old PIN. Enter the new PIN again and push the # key.
System: 238 and 238i ONLY Exit the programming mode by pushing the key, then the # key. * * # Make sure the new PIN works. After leaving the programming mode, Arm and Disarm your system to ensure that the new PIN functions properly.
System: 238 and 238i ONLY OPTION INSTALLED DELETING A USER PIN - SYSTEM 238 and 238i User 1 can use his Master PIN to delete the PINs of Users 2 - 8. MASTER PIN REQUIRED Enter your Master PIN, push the key, enter the digit "0", then push the # key. * . The display will read PROGRAMMING. 0 # Enter the User number (2 - 8) you wish to delete, and push the # key. # Enter the User number you wish to delete (again), and push the # key. # Exit the programming mode by pushing the key, then the # key.
System: 236, 236i ,2316, 2316i ONLY CHANGING A USER PIN - SYSTEM 236, 236i, 2316, & 2316i MASTER PIN REQUIRED User 1 can use his Master PIN to change the PINs of Users 1 - 6 (on System 236 and 236i) or Users 1 - 32 (on System 2316 and 2316i). Enter your Master PIN, push the key, enter the digit "0", then push the # key. 0 # * . The display will read PROGRAMMING. * Enter the User number and push the # key. . Enter User number 1 - 6 for System 236/236i. .
System: 236, 236i, 2316,and 2316i ONLY Enter the new PIN and push the # key. # . The new PIN must be four digits long for System 236/236i. . The new PIN can be from two to five digits long for System 2316/2316i. NOTE: On System 2316i, User Code #32 is reserved for special functions using the Optional Relay Output Module. Enter the new PIN again and push the # key. # If the new PIN is accepted, the keypad will beep twice, and the display will read PIN ACCEPTED.
System: 236, 236i, 2316 and 2316i DELETING A USER PIN - SYSTEM 236, 236i, 2316 & 2316i MASTER PIN REQUIRED User 1 can use his Master PIN to delete the PINs of Users 2 - 6 (on System 236 and 236i) or Users 2 - 32 (on System 2316 and 2316i) (See note pg. 29). Enter your Master PIN, push the key, enter the digit "0", then push the 0 # # key. (The display will read PROGRAMMING.) * * Enter the User number and push the # key. USER NUMBER . Enter User number 2 - 6 for System 236 and 236i. .
System: 236, 236i, 2316 and 2316i ONLY System: 2316/2316i Enter zero and push the # key. 0 # Enter zero (again) and push the # key. 0 # Exit the programming mode by pushing the key, then the # key.
OPTION INSTALLED RESETTING SMOKE DETECTORS When a smoke detector is triggered, the keypad display will read ALARM ZONE, and the bell/siren will sound. Before you do anything else, evacuate the building. Don't go back inside until you're sure it's safe. When it's safe to do so, you can reset the smoke detectors by doing the following: Push the key, enter the digit "6", the digit "2", and push the # key.
OPTION INSTALLED DOOR CHIME When this option is installed,all keypads on the premises will beep for two seconds each time a designated zone is faulted. To turn the door chime (on all keypads) on and off: Push the key, enter the digit "5", then push the # key. * * 5 # . The display will read CHIME ON or CHIME OFF for 5 seconds. OPTION INSTALLED STANDBY BATTERY Should there be a loss of AC power, the green POWER light on the keypad will go out, and your alarm system will switch to its standby battery.
LOCAL SYSTEM TEST This option allows on-site testing of each zone in your system. To initiate the SYSTEM TEST: PIN REQUIRED Enter your PIN (if required), push the key, enter the digit "6", the digit "0", then push the # key. * . 6 The display will read WALK TEST. Walk through the areas protected by motion sensors; open and close protected doors and windows. Each time a zone is faulted, the display will show the faulted zone's identification, and the keypad will chime. * 0 # .
OPTION INSTALLED STANDBY BATTERY TEST Your alarm system can be programmed to automatically test its standby battery every 24 hours. During the test, AC power is turned off in order to monitor the battery under load. . To manually test the standby battery, push the * key, enter the digit "6", the digit "4", then push the # key. The display will read BATTERY TEST. * 6 4 # . The standby battery test takes 2 minutes. During the test, the green AC light will be off. .
OPTION INSTALLED CENTRAL STATION TEST This option tests the reporting capability of your system by sending a test message to the central station. Weekends are the best time for the CENTRAL STATION TEST. To schedule one, call our central station at: CENTRAL STATION PIN REQUIRED To initiate the CENTRAL STATION TEST: Enter your PIN (if required), push the key, enter the digit "6", the digit "1", then push the # key. * . The display will read TEST REPORTING. .
IF YOU HAVE TELEPHONE TROUBLE: First, unplug the control panel from its telephone jack to determine if the alarm system is causing the trouble. The phone jack is located . If the trouble goes away when you unplug the control, callus for service. If you still have telephone trouble after unplugging the alarm system, plug the system back in, then call yourtelephone company.
You can customize the characteristics of ALPHA Plus keypads by using the combinations shown below. For example, if you have two keypads on site, you can turn the backlight of one keypad off, while leaving the backlight of the other on. . To turn the backlight on or off, push the* key * 8 # * 5 1 # * 5 2 # * 5 3 # enter the digit "8", then push the # key. . To turn the audible feedback on or off, push the* key, enter the digits "5" and "1", then push the # key. .
The ALPHA Plus keypad is programmed to display messages in several different languages. Use the combination shown in the left column to access your language. The column checked indicates the languages available on your system.
We subscribe to the recommendations for the number and placement of smoke and/or heat detectors found in the National Fire Protection Association'sStandard #72, Chapter 2 (N.F.P.A. Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269). For the best early warning, fire detection devices should be installed in all rooms and areas of the premises. A smoke detector should be installed in each separate sleeping area, in the vicinity of bedrooms. (In new construction, a smoke detector shall be installed in each sleeping room.
Every household should establish and regularly practice an escape plan in the event of a fire. The following steps, recommended by the National Fire Protection Association, can be used as a guide in developing your own emergency plan. . Plan on your detector or alarm system sounders waking all occupants. . Determine two means of escape from each room, especially . Establish a meeting place outdoors, away from the house, where everyone can gather and account for those missing.
ALARM A condition that occurs when the detection devices in a zone are triggered after the system is armed. ALARM MEMORY Alarm conditions are stored in memory until cleared. BYPASS To take a zone out of the circuit. Bypassing malfunctioning zones allows the rest of the system to be armed. Bypassing interior zones allows freedom of movement inside the premises, while leaving outer zones armed. Bypassed zones are not protected. CENTRAL STATION The office that the alarm system calls when there is an alarm.
THE LIMITATIONS OF YOUR ALARM SYSTEM While your alarm system is reliable and sophisticated, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or fire. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure-to-warn for a variety of reasons. These include: Intruders may gain access through unprotected openings or have the technical sophistication to bypass an alarm sensor or disconnect an alarm warning device.
As required by UL Standard 1023, your alarm system is a Grade "A" system (see definition on page 43). Alarm system malfunctions and failures are caused most often by INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE. Your alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure that all detection devices are working properly. In addition, if your system is being monitored, you should periodically test its ability to transmit signals to our central station. These tests should be performed weekly: .
ZONE LOCATION BYPASS YES 1 2 3 4 5 6 46 NO
ZONE LOCATION BYPASS YES NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 47
ZONE LOCATION BYPASS YES 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 48 NO
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FCC NOTICE WARNING: This device is intended to be installed by a professional alarm installer. The user shall be cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by C&K SYSTEMS could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Rules PART 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Industry Canada NOTICE: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. Industry Canada does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
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