USER GUIDE Cross Platform Control This Guide covers the operation for both the M1 and M1G models
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide This system consists of a main control unit, one or more keypads, and various contact sensors and detectors. The control unit is generally placed in an out of sight location such as a closet, utility room, etc. It houses the main electronics and a backup battery for standby power. Ordinarily, there is no reason for anyone except the installer or service personnel to have access to the control unit.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Understanding The Keypad ........................................................................... 4 System Notes ................................................................................................. 6 Operating The System ................................................................................... 7 User Codes ..............................................................................................................
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Understanding The Keypad Ready Light - This light will be ON when all burglar zones are secure and the system is OK for arming. If this light is OFF, one or more zones are violated (not secure). For maximum security, all zones should be secured before the system is armed. If this light is FLASHING, it indicates that the system may be Force armed. Refer to the last paragraph under “Checking the Ready Status on page 7 for more information.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Fire - If enabled, this key activates the local fire alarm audibles and reports the alarm to a central monitoring center, if monitoring is included as part of the system. This type of activation is generally programmed for double press or press and hold for 2 seconds. Police - If enabled, this key activates either a silent or audible police/holdup alarm, depending on how the installer programmed it.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide System Notes Central Monitoring Station: _______________________________ Acct.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Operating The System Read this entire section before attempting to operate the system. User Codes <> User Codes are required for arming, disarming, and to authorize certain features of your system. User codes can be either 4 or 6 digits (refer to System Notes). <> If a mistake is made while entering a user code, press the asterisk key and enter the code again.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Arming in the “Away” Mode Away mode arming is the highest arm level, intended for use when the premises is unoccupied. Both perimeter and interior zones will be armed. The Ready light must be on or flashing for the alarm system to be armed. Secure all protected doors and windows. 1. Enter a User code. 2. The Armed and Exit lights will illuminate and the exit tone will start. 4. Leave the premises during the exit delay. 5.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Auto Stay Arming (Optional) If this feature was enabled by your installer, it will automatically change the arm mode from Away to Stay if you none of the perimeter delayed doors are opened during the exit delay countdown time. Secure all protected doors and windows. 1. Enter a User code. 2. The Exit key will light and the exit tone will start. 3.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Bypassing Zones (Optional) Manual bypassing of a zone will exclude it from the system for the immediate arming period. * [see notes below] Once the system is armed, zone(s) that are bypassed will not be able to activate an alarm. The bypass will remain in effect until: a) the zone bypass is canceled, or b) the system is disarmed. The Bypass key will be lighted whenever a zone is bypassed. To 1. 2. 3. 4. bypass a zone: Press the Bypass key.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Disarming and Resetting the System After entering the premises through one of the assigned Entry delayed zones, the keypad will sound a continuous entry delay tone. The keypad will display a count-up of the programmed entry delay time. Refer to the System Notes for the amount of entry time available. Disarming 1. Proceed directly to the keypad. 2. Enter a valid user code. 3. The entry delay tone should stop. 4.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Alarm Acknowledgments After an alarm has been silenced by a valid user code, the display will continue to show the alarm type and zone until a valid user code is entered a second time. This “Acknowledgment” is designed so that the user sees what caused the alarm after things are quieted. To reset (clear) the display the alarm must be acknowledged using the following procedure: To acknowledge the alarm and reset the system: 1. Enter a user code. 2.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Chime Mode, Turning On and Off Chime is a function which can provide an audible alert whenever certain doors, windows, or other selected zones are violated. The ideal application is for annunciating whenever someone enters or leaves the premises through a normal doorway. However, it can also be used to annunciate abnormal access to and restricted areas. There are four different selections for the Chime feature, Tone, Voice, Tone/Voice, and Off.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Keypad Menus This section explains the use of the most commonly used keypad menus. For additional instruction, consult the installation company. To reach the keypad menus press the center navigation key labeled “ELK”. A user code may be required depending on how the control is programmed. The four arrow keys around the Elk key are used to scroll, backup, etc. For example, press the UP arrow key will step to menu 2.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide 2-LIGHTING Provides the ability to view and control lights or appliance type devices. Each lighting device must be programmed and installed before it can actually do anything. An example of a lighting device is: “Porch Light”, which could be a powerline carrier lamp module or switch controlled independently from this lighting menu, or from the inclusion in a programmed task. To view the state of a LIGHTING device, or to control it: 1.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide 5-KEYPAD TEMPERATURE SENSORS Provides the ability to read the inside temperature sensors in any M1KP keypad. Press the RIGHT arrow key to select this menu, then press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the list of available keypads. To jump directly to a particular keypad enter it’s two digit number. The current temperature at the keypad will display. Press the * key to exit.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Menu 3-Walk Test Area (zones) Permits a local test of all zones assigned to the system/area. No alarms or troubles are reported during a walk test. To 1. 2. 3. 4. perform a walk test: Press the ELK key. Enter a user code if prompted. Press the UP arrow key to find: “3-Walk Test.” Press the RIGHT arrow key to start the test. The keypad will display: 000of016 Tested A1-Violate Zones The top right hand number is the active zones on the system.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Menu 5-View (Zone) Status This allows a comprehensive viewing of the status for all area zones 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the ELK key. Enter a user code if prompted. Use the UP or DOWN arrow keys to find “Menu 5-View Status”. Press the RIGHT arrow key to select this menu. The first zone is displayed with it’s current status and name. Press the UP arrow key for the next zone or press the DOWN arrow key for the previous zone.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Menu 7-Automation Custom Settings (Requires Master Level User Code) The installer can assign certain automation functions with the capability to change or modify their start date (mm/dd), start time (hr:mn), or time duration (00000 secs) settings from this menu. This menu displays a text description of the function along with it’s current setting. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the ELK key and enter a Master Level user code.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide 84-SYSTEM TESTS Allows Battery Test, LCD Test, & Communicator Test. Option 1: Battery Test Places the battery under load for 30 seconds. Battery voltage and system current will be displayed. If the voltage falls below 12.2V, a Low Battery trouble will occur. Replace the battery and repeat test to clear.. Option 2: LCD Test Briefly turns on all the keypad’s display pixels.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Operation Via Telephone The system may be optionally controlled from a Telephone using push-button “tone” commands. Consult the installer to determine if this option is available. If available, the control may be operated from an inside telephone, an outside telephone, or both. Both methods will be discussed in detail below. Operation from an Inside Telephone: 1. Lift the telephone and listen for dial tone. 2. Press * * * to alert the control.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide For Zone Status press 4. If the system is not ready this menu can be used to hear the status of any violated zones. Follow the prompts. For Zone Status press 5. Future use. For Zone Status press 6. Future use. For Talk/Listen press 7. The system can be equipped with to permit talking and listening to someone in the premises. Consult your installer. To Adjust Volume press 8. Adjusts the headset volume up or down for the voice messages. There are 8 levels.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Fire Safety & Maintenance If the fire alarm activates, the siren or bell will pulse ON and OFF and the display will show “Fire Alarm”. Always follow your evacuation plan and leave the building immediately, even if the a fire condition is not apparent. If your system is connected to a central monitoring station, an emergency report could be sent to that center.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Emergency Evacuation Plans Preparation of an evacuation plan Is of prime importance in fire prevention. Establish a household emergency evacuation plan in the event of fire. Refer to the Smoke Detector instructions (or exact mounting, layout and spacing. 1 Evaluate possible escape routes from your home. 2 Select 2 escape routes from each room. 3 Rooms on the second floor should have a rope ladder Be sure it will reach the ground.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide System Testing To assure the proper working order, it is recommended that the system be tested once a week using the following procedure. CAUTION: If the system Is monitored by a Central Monitoring Station, always contact them prior to performing this test. Secure all protected doors and windows. 1. Enter a valid User code. 2. The Armed and Exit lights will illuminate and the exit tone will start. At the end of the exit delay the alarm system will be armed Away. 3.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide FCC Statements (Part 15 & 68) The ELK-M1 complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front nameplate of the main control board is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC certification number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. This equipment uses an RJ31X jack to connect to the telephone network.
M1 Cross Platform Control - User Guide Glossary Area (Partition): A room or section of a building having at least one Keypad and one or more zones components. Components assigned to one area are separated and independently controllable from components assigned to other areas. For example: Only area 1 keypads can disarm or arm area 1 zones. Automation Functions: A keypad menu which allows the user to control lights, relays, tasks, etc. with the touch of a button.
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