WARNING Please Read Carefully
Note to Installers
This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact
with system users, it is your responsibility to bring each item in this warning
to the attention of the users of this system.
System Failures
This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There
are circumstances, however, involving fire, burglary, or other types of emer-
gencies where it may not provide protection. Any alarm system of any type
may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a
variety of reasons. Some but not all of these reasons may be:
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Inadequate Installation
A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate
protection. Every installation should be evaluated by a security professional
to ensure that all access points and areas are covered. Locks and latches on
windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors,
walls, ceilings and other building materials must be of sufficient strength
and construction to provide the level of protection expected. A reevaluation
must be done during and after any construction activity. An evaluation by
the fire and/or police department is highly recommended if this service is
available.
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Criminal Knowledge
This system contains security features which were known to be effective at
the time of manufacture. It is possible for persons with criminal intent to
develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of these features. It is
important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its
features remain effective and that it be updated or replaced if it is found that
it does not provide the protection expected.
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Access by Intruders
Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a
sensing device, evade detection by moving through an area of insuffi-
cient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or pre-
vent the proper operation of the system.
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Power Failure
Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security
devices require an adequate power supply for proper operation. If a device
operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the
batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and in-
stalled correctly. If a device operates only by AC power, any interruption,
however brief, will render that device inoperative while it does not have power.
Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctua-
tions which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system.
After a power interruption has occurred, immediately conduct a complete
system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.
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Failure of Replaceable Batteries
This system’s wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several
years of battery life under normal conditions.The expected battery life is a
function of the device environment, usage and type.Ambient conditions such
as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctua-
tions may reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device
has a low battery monitor which identifies when the batteries need to be
replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and
maintenance will keep the system in good operating condition.
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Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless)
Devices
Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could
include metal objects placed on or near the radio path or deliberate
jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.
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System Users
A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due
to permanent or temporary physical disability, inability to reach the device
in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is important that all
system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that
they know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.
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Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants
of a fire for a number of reasons, some of which follow.The smoke detectors
may have been improperly installed or positioned. Smoke may not be able to
reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs,
or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke
from fires on another level of the residence or building.
Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of
burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke
detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by carelessness
or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas,
improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, chil-
dren playing with matches or arson.
Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances
when there is insufficient warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to
avoid injury or death.
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Motion Detectors
Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as
shown in their respective installation instructions. They cannot discrimi-
nate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do not
provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detec-
tion and motion can only be detected in unobstructed areas covered by
these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind walls, ceil-
ings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any
type of tampering whether intentional or unintentional such as masking,
painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors, windows or
any other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in tempera-
ture. However their effectiveness can be reduced when the ambient tem-
perature rises near or above body temperature or if there are intentional or
unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these
heat sources could be heaters, radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sun-
light, steam vents, lighting and so on.
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Warning Devices
Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn
people or waken someone sleeping if there is an intervening wall or door.
If warning devices are located on a different level of the residence or
premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awak-
ened. Audible warning devices may be interfered with by other noise
sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other ap-
pliances, or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however loud, may
not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.
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Telephone Lines
If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy
for certain periods of time.Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat
its operation by more sophisticated means which may be difficult to detect.
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Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the
occupants will not be protected from the emergency due to their inability to
respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the system is monitored, the
response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings.
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Component Failure
Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible,
the system may fail to function as intended due to the failure of a component.
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Inadequate Testing
Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as in-
tended can be found by regular testing and maintenance.The complete sys-
tem should be tested weekly and immediately after a break-in, an attempted
break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or any kind of con-
struction activity inside or outside the premises.The testing should include
all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any
other operational devices that are part of the system.
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Security and Insurance
Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for prop-
erty or life insurance. An alarm system also is not a substitute for prop-
erty owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent or mini-
mize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital
Security Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
ClassB digital device,pursuant to Part15of theFCCRules. Theselimitsare
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radiofrequencyenergy and, ifnotinstalledand used inaccordancewiththe
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However,thereis no guaranteethatinterferencewill not occurinaparticular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•Re-orient the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
•Consultthe dealeror anexperienced radio/television technicianfor help.
Theusermayfindthe following bookletpreparedbytheFCCuseful:“How to
Identify and Resolve Radio/Television Interference Problems”. This booklet
is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C.
20402, Stock # 004-000-00345-4.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the side of
this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the
FCC registration number of this equipment.
NOTIFICATION TO TELEPHONE COMPANY
The customer shall notify
thetelephonecompanyoftheparticularlinetowhichtheconnectionwill
be made, and provide the FCC registration number and the ringer
equivalence of the protective circuit.
FCC Registration Number: F53CAN-32394-AL-E
Ringer Equivalence Number: 0.0B
USOC Jack: RJ31X
TELEPHONE CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS
Except for the telephone
companyprovidedringers,allconnectionstothetelephonenetworkshallbe
made through standard plugs and telephone company provided jacks, or
NOTICE: The Industry Canada 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. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may
not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
User should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician,
as appropriate.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal
device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to
be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may
consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the
sum of the Ringer Equivalence Number of all the devices does not exceed 5.
The REN of this unit is 0.1
AVIS: L’étiquette de l’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué.
Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme à certaines normes de
protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications.
Industrie Canada n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la
satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le
raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication. Le
matériel doit également être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de
raccordement. L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité
aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêchent pas la dégradation du service
dans certaines situations.
Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être effectuées par un centre
d’entretien canadien autorisé désigné par le fournisseur. La compagnie de
télécommunications peut demander à l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à
la suite de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à
cause de mauvais fonctionnement.
Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à
la terre de la source d’énergie électrique, les lignes téléphoniques et les
canalisations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette
précaution est particulièrement importante dans les régions rurales.
AVERTISSEMENT: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces
raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service d’inspection des
installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas.
AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif
terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à
une interface. La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en
une combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme
d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.
L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) de ce produit est 0.1
equivalent, in such a manner as to allow for easy, immediate disconnection
of the terminal equipment. Standard jacks shall be so arranged that, if the
plug connected thereto is withdrawn, no interference to the operation of the
equipment at the customer’s premises which remains connected to the
telephone network shall occur by reason of such withdrawal.
INCIDENCE OF HARM
Should terminal equipment or protective circuitry
cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where
practicable,notifythecustomerthattemporarydisconnectionofservicemay
be required; however, where prior notice is not practicable, the telephone
company may temporarily discontinue service if such action is deemed
reasonable in the circumstances. In the case of such temporary
discontinuance, the telephone company shall promptly notify the customer
and will be given the opportunity to correct the situation.
ADDITIONALTELEPHONECOMPANYINFORMATION
Thesecuritycontrol
panelmustbeproperlyconnectedtothetelephone line with a USOCRJ-31X
telephone jack.
The FCC prohibits customer-provided terminal equipment be connected to
partylinesortobeusedinconjunctionwithcointelephoneservice.Interconnect
rules may vary from state to state.
CHANGESINTELEPHONECOMPANYEQUIPMENTORFACILITIES
The
telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures, where such actions are reasonably
required and proper in its business. Should any such changes render the
customer’s terminal equipment incompatible with the telephone company
facilitiesthecustomershallbegivenadequatenoticetotheeffectmodifications
to maintain uninterrupted service.
RINGER EQUIVALENCE NUMBER (REN)
The REN is useful to determine
the quantity of devices that you may connect to your telephone line and still
haveallofthosedevicesringwhenyourtelephonenumberiscalled.Inmost,
but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line
shouldnot exceedfive (5.0). Tobe certainof thenumber of devicesthat you
may connect to your line, you may want to contact your local telephone
company.
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE FACILITY
Ifyou experience troublewith this
telephone equipment, please contact the facility indicated below for
informationonobtainingserviceorrepairs.Thetelephonecompanymayask
that you disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has
beencorrectedoruntilyouaresurethattheequipmentisnotmalfunctioning.
Digital Security Controls Ltd. 160 Washburn St., Lockport, NY 14094
