Amico Alert-4 Installation and operation manual

Operating & Maintenance Manual
Alert-4 Ethernet LCD
Master Alarm
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Contents
User Responsibility 4
Introduction 4
Features 5
Description of the Alarm 5
Shipment Details 5
The Alarm Back Box 5
The Frame/Module Assembly 5
Description of Modules 6
System Power Supply 6
LCD Module 6
Installation Guide 7 - 8
The Alarm Back Box 7
Frame/Module Assembly 7
System Power Supply 8
LCD Display Setup 8
Closing the Frame/Module Assembly 8
Conguration Guide 9 - 13
Network Setup 14
Installation Guide 15 - 16
Network Diagrams 17 - 18
Spare Part Numbers 19
Maintenance Mode 19
Troubleshooting 20

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Contents
Appendix A 21
Wiring Diagram: LCD Motherboard
Appendix B 22
Wiring Diagram: Auto-Switch Power Supply
Appendix C 23
Wiring Diagram: LCD Display Module - Alarm Buzzer
Appendix D 24
Technical Specications

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User Responsibility
Introduction
The information contained in this Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual pertains only to the Alert-4
microprocessor based digital LCD Master Alarm. This product will perform as described in this manual when
assembled, operated, maintained and serviced in accordance with the installation instructions provided.
The alarm must be checked periodically. Parts that are broken, missing, worn, distorted or contaminated must be
replaced immediately. Should such repair or replacement become necessary, please contact Amico Corporation or
their distributors.
All alarms should not be repaired or altered without prior written or verbal approval from Amico Corporation or its
distributors. Failure to comply will void all warranty on the alarm.
Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING, CAUTION, DANGER and NOTE are of special signicance.
Please read these sections carefully.
The Amico Master LCD Alarm System (Alert-4) incorporates the latest microprocessor based technology for alarm and
surveillance systems. The alarm has been designed to provide user exibility and reliability. This manual shall enable
the customer to install, use and maintain the alarm appropriately.
There is one“MUTE” ( ) or “PUSH TO TEST” button located on the front face of the LCD panel. The button has two
functions: to silence an alarm that has occurred and to view the channel terminal port was connected. When an
audible alarm is triggered, press the button to silence the alarm. To view the terminal port channels was connected,
press and hold the button for 20 seconds to display channel ID.
Under normal operation, group will illuminate as “GREEN - OK” position. If an alarm condition occurs group and
channel name will illuminate as “RED” and an audible alarm shall be continuous until silenced by pushing the “MUTE”
button.
The LCD Alarm can be connected to a “Building Management System” for a generic alarm indicator.
WARNING: denotes steps which can prevent injury.
CAUTION: denotes steps which can prevent damage to equipment.
DANGER: denotes steps which can prevent electrical shock to
equipment or to prevent serious injury and/or death.
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USER RESPONSIBILITY
The information contained in this Installation and Operation Maintenance
Manual, pertains only to the ALERT-2 microprocessor based digital alarm.
This product will perform to conformity with the descriptions contained in this
manual, when assembled, operated, maintained and serviced in accordance
with the installation instructions provided.
The alarm must be checked periodically. Parts that are broken, missing,
worn, distorted or contaminated, must be replaced immediately. Should such
repair or replacement become necessary, please contact Amico Corporation
or their distributors.
All alarms should not be repaired, or altered without prior written or verbal
approval of Amico Corporation or it’s distributors. Failure to comply will void
all warranty on the alarm.
Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING,CAUTION,
DANGER and NOTE are of special significance. Please read these sections
carefully.
WARNING: denotes steps which can prevent injury.
CAUTION: denotes steps which can prevent damage to equipment.
DANGER: denotes steps which can prevent electrical shock to equipment
or to prevent serious injury and/or death.

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Features
Description of the Alarm
• Microprocessor based digital LCD capable of connecting up to 30 channels
• Ethernet capable for viewing remotely or wirelessly anywhere in the building
• Adjustable repeat alarm (1, 12, 24 hours or o)
• Maintenance mode available for onsite repair
• Self diagnostic circuitry with error display for problem identication
• Dry contacts for remote monitoring from LCD for a generic alarm condition
• Modules are factory mounted on a hinged frame assembly for ease of installation and maintenance
• Alarm conditions can be selected as normally open or normally closed
• The Amico Alert 4 series Master alarm supports Internet Explorer and Google Chrome
SHIPMENT DETAILS
When you receive an Alert-4 Master LCD series alarm from Amico Corporation, the package will consist of two main
sections: the Alarm Back Box, and the Frame/Module Assembly.
THE ALARM BACK BOX
The Alarm Back Box contains the auto-switchable System Power Supply with an ON/OFF switch, a built-in fuse and
terminal blocks (115 to 220 VAC - 50 to 60 Hz).
THE FRAME/MODULE ASSEMBLY
The Frame/Module Assembly consists of the frame and the LCD Module. The hinged frame is designed to swing down
from the back box to facilitate installation and servicing of the alarm. This design will reduce installation time and
eliminate the risk of improper installation since all the modules are connected and tested at the factory.

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Description of Modules
The Alert-4 Master LCD Alarm is a high technology microprocessor based module:
COMMON TO ALL ALARMS
SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY
The System Power Supply has been pre-installed into the back box assembly. The System Power Supply converts the
AC voltage supply to the alarm into two voltages: 5 VDC (regulated) required by the microprocessor hardware and 15
VDC (unregulated) required by the buzzer and the LCD. This unit also contains the main ON/OFF power switch, the
transformer, the heat sink, the main fuse and fuse cover, the rectifying circuitry, the terminal blocks and the low voltage
DC power cable for connecting this unit to the module. The System Power Supply can be easily removed and reinstalled
by unscrewing it from the back box.
LCD MODULE
The LCD Module contains the LCD screen, microprocessor, buzzer and the “MUTE” button. The function of the “MUTE”
button is to silence an alarm that has occurred. By holding the “MUTE” button for 20 seconds, the module will display
the terminal points. This module also contains a fail-safe relay that de-energizes when the buzzer is activated. This
relay can be used with the Amico Remote Buzzer for applications requiring a remote audible alarm or a Building
Management System.
Each Master Alarm will continuously monitor up to 30 channels from equipments. If any of the monitored signals go
into alarm condition, the connected channel name with illuminate in“RED” and an audible alarm will sound. The alarm
condition can be viewed through web browser using Internet Explore or Google Chrome.
PLEASE NOTE: Contacts located on the back of module are dry contacts only. DO NOT apply any voltage.

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Installation Guide
STEP 1: THE ALARM BOX
Install the back-box to the studs of the wall at the desired height. Ensure that the box is securely in place. The
mounting brackets are adjustable to suit the thickness of the wall. MAKE SURE the box is parallel, squared and ush
with the nished wall surface to ensure that the frame assembly will t properly.
STEP 2: FRAME/MODULE ASSEMBLY
i. Remove the frame/module assembly from its protective box.
ii. Remove the corner screws from the front frame section (four screws).
iii. Attach the LCD module to the back-box assembly by using at head screws
(provided with frame in a plastic bag) to the hinge located on the back-box.
iv. Attach the frame wire with two dome head screws (provided with frame in a plastic bag). This will allow the
frame assembly and back-box to be fastened securely together.
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USER RESPONSIBILITY
The information contained in this Installation and Operation Maintenance
Manual, pertains only to the ALERT-2 microprocessor based digital alarm.
This product will perform to conformity with the descriptions contained in this
manual, when assembled, operated, maintained and serviced in accordance
with the installation instructions provided.
The alarm must be checked periodically. Parts that are broken, missing,
worn, distorted or contaminated, must be replaced immediately. Should such
repair or replacement become necessary, please contact Amico Corporation
or their distributors.
All alarms should not be repaired, or altered without prior written or verbal
approval of Amico Corporation or it’s distributors. Failure to comply will void
all warranty on the alarm.
Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING,CAUTION,
DANGER and NOTE are of special significance. Please read these sections
carefully.
WARNING: denotes steps which can prevent injury.
CAUTION: denotes steps which can prevent damage to equipment.
DANGER: denotes steps which can prevent electrical shock to equipment
or to prevent serious injury and/or death.
CAUTION: The microprocessor circuitry on the ALERT-4 Master Alarm contains sophisticated
integrated semiconductors. If it becomes necessary to remove the LCD circuit board, PLEASE hold the
boards by the edges. DO NOT TOUCH any of the components on the board. Static discharge can
cause the modules to malfunction or become damaged.
STEP 3: SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY
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USER RESPONSIBILITY
The information contained in this Installation and Operation Maintenance
Manual, pertains only to the ALERT-2 microprocessor based digital alarm.
This product will perform to conformity with the descriptions contained in this
manual, when assembled, operated, maintained and serviced in accordance
with the installation instructions provided.
The alarm must be checked periodically. Parts that are broken, missing,
worn, distorted or contaminated, must be replaced immediately. Should such
repair or replacement become necessary, please contact Amico Corporation
or their distributors.
All alarms should not be repaired, or altered without prior written or verbal
approval of Amico Corporation or it’s distributors. Failure to comply will void
all warranty on the alarm.
Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING,CAUTION,
DANGER and NOTE are of special significance. Please read these sections
carefully.
WARNING: denotes steps which can prevent injury.
CAUTION: denotes steps which can prevent damage to equipment.
DANGER: denotes steps which can prevent electrical shock to equipment
or to prevent serious injury and/or death.
TURN OFF THE POWER SWITCH before changing any modules and/or disconnecting any cables.
Failure to do so can cause the fuse to blow, damaging the circuitry.
i. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
ii. Through the top left side of the back-box, bring in the AC power wires. Knockouts are provided for making
conduit connections to the box. All wiring is to be installed according to local and national codes.
iii. Connect the AC power to the terminal blocks as shown in the wiring diagram (see Appendix B).

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CONNECTING
i. Connect a shielded twisted pair cable from the junction box to the back box assembly. Knockouts are provided
throughout the alarm back box. Up to 100 feet [30.5 m] of 22 Gauge, shielded twisted pair cable should be
used.
ii. Connect the red wire from the cable to the terminal on the display module marked ”+”. Connect the black wire
to terminal “-” as shown in the wiring diagram (see Appendix A).
iii. Repeat the above procedures with the remaining point modules using the wiring diagram.
NOTE: Shielded or twisted pair cable is required. (BELDEN #8451 or equivalent, supplied by others).
DRY CONTACT
If the dry contacts for a generic alarm is to be used for remote monitoring, connect the wires to the appropriate
terminals: COM (Common), NO (Normally Open) or NC (Normally Closed), using the diagram in Appendix A.
See Appendix D for contact rating.
STEP 4: LCD DISPLAY SETUP
i. Press the Setup button (B1) and press the SELECT button (B4)
ii. Volume control: 90, 80, 70, 60 – press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change noise level
iii. Press SELECT for LCD brightness and press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change LCD
brightness
iv. Press the SELECT button (B4)
NOTE: Hold the “MUTE” button for twenty (20) seconds to display Channel ID.
NOTE: Press the Setup button (B1) in order to make corrections/go back.
STEP 5: CLOSING THE FRAME/MODULE ASSEMBLY
i. Close the frame panel by tightening the screws found on the frame panel to the back box. Ensure that the
screws are securely fastened to keep the LCD Alarm closed.
ii. Carefully place the front frame over the frame panel. Screw in the screws that were removed in Step 2, part ii.
The alarm shall now be ready for use.
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AMICO LCD ALERT 4: Master Alarm Ethernet Conguration
Module allows up to 16 characters per line. To congure the alarm channels, perform the following steps:
1. Open Master Conguration program provided by Amico Corporation on the SD card.
2. Click “File” located at the top left corner. Then click “Start New Cong”. Then click“Add Group”.
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3. Double click on the “Group 1" column. The “Edit Group” window will pop up.
4. Under “Group Name”, identify medical gas source supply (e.g., Oxygen Bulk Farm).
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CHANNEL NAME AND ALARM CONDITIONS.
5. Under “Channel Name” column, indentify the channel name and click “Add” button to add channels (e.g., Oxygen
Primary Liquid Level Low). To set alarm conditions for normally open or closed circuit, click the drop down arrow to
change alarm conditions.
a. To modify the Group Name, double click to open the“Edit Group” window. Revise the group name then click
“Apply“.
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Conguration Guide
b. To modify the Channel Name, double click to open the “Edit Group” window. Click the channel you want to
revise then revise the channel name. Click “Modify” then click “Apply“.
6. Click the “Apply” button to complete each group.

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Conguration Guide
7. Save the Conguration le to the SD Card and rename the le. The le name must be saved as master.cfg as
“Master Conguration“ le type.

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Network Setup
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USER RESPONSIBILITY
The information contained in this Installation and Operation Maintenance
Manual, pertains only to the ALERT-2 microprocessor based digital alarm.
This product will perform to conformity with the descriptions contained in this
manual, when assembled, operated, maintained and serviced in accordance
with the installation instructions provided.
The alarm must be checked periodically. Parts that are broken, missing,
worn, distorted or contaminated, must be replaced immediately. Should such
repair or replacement become necessary, please contact Amico Corporation
or their distributors.
All alarms should not be repaired, or altered without prior written or verbal
approval of Amico Corporation or it’s distributors. Failure to comply will void
all warranty on the alarm.
Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING,CAUTION,
DANGER and NOTE are of special significance. Please read these sections
carefully.
WARNING: denotes steps which can prevent injury.
CAUTION: denotes steps which can prevent damage to equipment.
DANGER: denotes steps which can prevent electrical shock to equipment
or to prevent serious injury and/or death.
CAUTION: Have the information systems personnel set up the network interface. Before making any
changes to the network setting, notify information systems personnel.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO SETUP THE NETWORK
• PC with Ethernet connection
• PC with web browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome)
• Cat 5 Ethernet cable (Straight-Through)
• SD Card (1GB preferable)
SETUP
• Connect Alert 4 Master Alarm to an Ethernet switch using cat 5 Ethernet cable
• For direct connection to PC, connect the Master Alarm to PC using cat 5 Ethernet cable
NOTE: It is best to use a switch instead of a hub because the device communicates at 10 Mbits/s a switch and it also
improves network performance and keeps unnecessary trac from being routed to the alarm.
• Amico Alert 4 Master Alarm will be set to factory default settings, the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway as
following:
IP Address: 192.168.1.100
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
• Static IP conguration needs to be used to connect to the Hospital Network
• Upon power-up, the device will immediately begin using the static IP conguration
• Each alarm requires a dierent IP address to connect to the network
• Verify the green LINK LED illuminates at the Ethernet Port

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Installation Guide
CHANGING IP ADDRESS
Open the SD Card with les provided by Amico Corporation. Open the le named “Network” to change desire network
IP address.
Change the selected Amico’s default IP address to the desire IP address, Gateway and Subnet Mask, then save the le
by clicking “File“ then “Save“.
When all les are saved in the SD card, insert the SD Card into the SD Card Slot on the LCD Alarm board
(Refer to Appendix A).

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To load the Network conguration, press and hold Reset button and Setup button at the same time for two seconds
and let go of the Reset button while still holding Setup button, until the new Network conguration is uploaded to the
Master Alarm. When loading is completed, the screen will display the new Network address, as shown below:
BUILD DATE: OCT 24 2014
BUILD VERSION: 1497
GATEWAY: 192.168.1.1
MASK: 255.255.255.0
IP ADDRESS: 192.168.1.115
If the congurated information does not appear on the screen, repeat above steps. If the problem persists, contact
Amico Corporation for further assistance.
• Once the text is visible on the LCD Alarm screen, leave the SD Card in the slot for approximately 1 minute in
order for the information to be completely uploaded onto the master alarm, and then proceed to remove the
card.
• Once the card has been removed, restart the LCD Alarm to ensure that the congured and network setting
have been saved onto the LCD Alarm.
CONNECTING TO ALARM
• Start the web browser (Google Chrome or Internet Explorer)
• Enter the device IP address in the browser's address bar (e.g., http://192.168.1.1XX)
NOTE: To nd device IP Address, press Reset button on the back of the Alert 4 Master Alarm.
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Network Diagrams
DIRECT CONNECTION
SIMPLE UNMANAGED NETWORK

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Network Diagrams
COMPLEX MANAGED NETWORK

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Spare Part Numbers
Maintenance Mode:
Model Number Description
A3-MAN-ALM-ENG Alert-3 Alarm Manual English
A2P-POWER-V2 Power Supply Module Alert-2
A2P-BOXASS-3LCD Alarm Back Box Assembly 3-Station Alert-2
A3P-FRMASS-LCD LCD Alarm Frame Assembly for LCD Alert-3
A3P-LCD-SCREEN LCD Screen
A3P-RIBBON-CABLE Ribbon Cable 3" long
A2X-BOX-3-FILL Alert-2 Alarm Box Filler Frame 3-Station
A3X-A-TERM-LAB30 Terminal Block Label 30 points
A3X-LCD-LABEL LCD Alarm Front Label
A3X-LCD-LABEL-MUTE Alert-3 Mute Label
ACCESSORIES/MISCELLANEOUS
FACTORY DEFAULT –DISABLED
The Maintenance Mode is used to allow hospital personnel to identify loose wiring or faulty source equipment. By
enabling the Maintenance Mode, any alarms received, even transient ones, will be latched-on so that the maintenance
personnel can identify the source of the problem.
TO ENABLE OR DISABLE MAINTENANCE MODE:
• Press the Setup button and select the Maintenance Mode by pressing the B4 button
• Use the Up and Down buttons to activate the Maintenance Mode to either Enable or Disable.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Corrective Action
No power on the alarm AC power not available a. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch on
the power supply module is turned
ON (see Appendix B).
b. AC wiring not connected.
c. Check the building electrical breaker
to ensure that the power is ON.
d. Check the voltage at the terminal
block above the transformer. Ensure
that 115 VAC to 220 VAC is being
supplied.
Fuse is blown Check the fuse. The fuse is located on the
upper-right corner of the system power
supply. Replace the fuse if it is defective
(see Appendix B and Appendix G).
DC power plug not connected to the LCD
module
a. Ensure that the DC power plug
is rmly in its socket on the LCD
module.
b. Replace the System Power Supply
unit if all the above steps fail to
resolve the problem.
Power light is ON, however there is no
display on LCD screen
Loose ribbon cable from LCD screen to
board
a. Ensure that the cable is rmly in it’s
socket on the LCD screen and board.
b. Replace the LCD module.
No audible alarm DC power cable is disconnected, loose or
check ribbon cable
a. Ensure that the DC power cable from
the system power supply is rmly
connected to the LCD module.
b. Replace LCD board.
Audible signal will not silence Faulty display module Disconnect the ribbon cable from the
back of the faulty display module and
replace the LCD module.
Connection of the DC power cable from
system power supply to LCD module is
loose
Disconnect the DC power cable from
the LCD module and then reconnect. If
audible alarm still persists, replace the
System Power Supply unit.
Faulty push button Replace the LCD module.