System information

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tried to tamper the security device.
Inhibited: The zone has been inhibited from indicating normal or
active status. It is excluded from functioning as part of the
system.
Nuisance alarm An alarm that is triggered by a security device, without any burglar. It
could be caused by open windows, pets or incorrect projection of security
equipment.
Online/offline Operational/non-operational. A device may be offline due to a malfunction
in the device itself or it may be disconnected from the control.
Output controller A PCB module that connects to the ATS control panel or a DGP to provide
relay or open collector outputs. When programming, 1 Output controller
equals 8 outputs.
PIN code A 4-10 digit number given to, or selected by, a user. It is necessary to
enter a PIN code on an ATS keypad as a pre-requisite to perform most
ATS functions. In the ATS programming the PIN code is associated with a
user number which identifies the PIN code holder to the system.
PIR Passive Infra Red detector. A security device used to detect intruders in a
certain part of an area or premise. The technique used is based on
infrared detection.
Poll An inquiry message continually sent by the ATS control panel to DGP’s
and arming stations. Polling allows the remote unit to transfer data to the
control panel.
RAS Remote Arming Station. See Arming station.
Reader A device used for access control that can read cards to allow access.
Depending on the needs and the type of cards, the reader can for
example be a magnetic swipe reader or proximity reader.
Reporting See alarm reporting.
Request to Exit zone A zone that is programmed to activate a door event flag. E.g. a button
provided inside a door (request to exit button) to allow users to exit without
using the door reader. Request To Exit is often abbreviated to RTE.
Shunt A procedure that automatically inhibits a zone from generating an alarm
when it is activated. E.g. shunts stop a door generating an alarm when
opened for a short time.
Tamper A situation where a zone, an arming station, control panel, DGP or
associated wiring are tampered with, or accidentally damaged. The ATS
tamper facility activates a signal when tamper occurs.
Tamper alarms from zones are called zone tampers.
Timezone A program setting which identifies specific timeperiods on specific days.
Timezones are allocated to ATS functions to control the activity of that
function by time and day and are primary used to restrict access. E.g
automatically arm or disarm areas or open doors.
Up/Download A protocol providing means to view the status of an ATS system or
change parameters in the system either local or remote.
User Anybody making use of the ATS system. Users are identified to the ATS
system by a unique number that is associated with the user’s PIN code.
Zone An electrical signal from a security device (PIR detector, door contact) to
the ATS system. Each device is identified by a zone number and name.
e.g. 14 Reception Holdup Button, 6 Fire Exit Door.