User's Manual

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LED Function Table – View RSSI Mode (J10 = “SHORTED”)
RSSI Value LED’s Lighted RF dBm
NO SVC LED 5 = slow flash, LED 4-2 = off N/A
1 LED 5 = on, LED 4-2 = off
≤
-111 dBm
1½ LED 5 = on, LED 4 = slow flash
LED 3-2 = off
≥ -110 dBm
2 LED 5-4 = on, LED 3-2 = off
≥ -100 dBm
2½ LED 5-4 = on, LED 3 = slow flash
LED 2 = off
≥ -90 dBm (Minimum signal
strength required)
3 LED 5-3 = on, LED 2 = off
≥ -80 dBm
3½ LED 5-3 = on, LED 2 = slow flash
≥ -70 dBm
4 LED 5-2 = on
≥ -60 dBm
Note: LED 1 = on indicates more than one cellular tower.
NOTE: If you can not obtain a signal strength reading of 2½ (TWO LEDS ON SOLID AND THE
THIRD LED ON SLOW FLASH), you will probably need to move the unit and/or remote antenna
higher, or switch to a special antenna, as described below.
5.1.5.1 Antenna Options
Antenna problems are unlikely unless the premises are located in a fringe network coverage area, in a
building below ground level, or in a metal structure. If you require a higher gain antenna or a longer
cable assembly please contact your Telular Sales Representative at 800-229-2326. Telular offers a
variety of high quality low loss dual band antenna cables and high gain antenna.
5.2 STEP 2: TRANSMIT C/C ALARMS OVER THE TELCO CONNECTION
Be sure the C/C will transmit a simple alarm signal over the telco line through the RJ-31x to the central station
when the Telguard is disabled. In checking this, do not apply power to the Telguard.
5.2.1 Connect C/C to Telguard Jack 7 (BLACK Connector)
Plug the modular jack of the C/C-to-Telguard cable (supplied) from C/C to J7 on the Telguard.
5.2.2 Connect Telguard to RJ-31x Jack 6 (GRAY Connector)
Plug the modular jack of the Telguard cable from J6 to the RJ-31x jack in the premise.
5.2.3 Verify Alarm Signal Transmissions over Telco
Trip several alarms on the C/C and verify that the central station received them by calling the central
station operator. Use a lineman's buttset in MONITOR MODE and connected to Telguard's "T" and "R"
test pins to "listen" to communications between the C/C and Monitoring Station.
5.3 STEP 3: PROGRAM THE TELGUARD FOR ALARM TRANSMISSION
Confirm that the Telguard enables the host C/C to transmit alarm signals over the cellular network. In checking this,
disconnect the incoming telco line to the Telguard.
The Telguard is self-registering with the Telular Communication Center if the activation form was submitted prior to
installation. During the processing of the first alarm signal over the cellular network the Telguard will transmit all of the
programming parameters from the Telguard along with the information (central station number and account code) from
the alarm panel. Once this information is received, the Telular Communication Center will transmit a message back to the
Telguard indicating that the unit is registered. When this message is received the LED’S on the unit will begin operating in
normal mode; LED #1 will be on solid.
The first alarm is for registration of the Telguard unit. The first alarm will NOT be transmitted
to the central station.