Amico Alert-4 Manual

Operation & Maintenance Manual
Alert-4 LCD Ethernet Master Alarm

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User Responsibility 4
Important Information 4
Features 5
Introduction 5
Description of the Alarm 6
Shipment Details 6
The Alarm Back Box 6
The Frame/Module Assembly 6
Description of Modules 6
System Power Supply 6
LCD Module 6
For Annual Test 6
Installation Guide 7
Step 1: The Alarm Box 7
Step 2: Frame Assembly 7
Step 3: System Power Supply 8
Connecting 8
Dry Contacts 8
Step 4: LCD Display Setup 9
Configuration Guide 10
Amico LCD Alert-4: Master Alarm Configuration 10
Configuration Guide 12
Channel Name and Alarm Conditions 12
Network Setup 14
Equipment Needed To Setup The Network 14
Setup 14
Assign An IP Address 15
Connecting To Alarm 17
Email Setup 17
Text Setup 19
Amico Mobile Eco System App 20
Network Diagrams 22
Direct Connection 22
Simple Unmanaged Network 22
Complex Managed Network 23
Recorded History Log 23
Web Audio 24
Spare Part Numbers 25
Maintenance Mode 25
Factory Default – Disabled 25
To Enable Or Disable Maintenance Mode: 25
Accessories/Miscellaneous 25
Troubleshooting 26
Contents

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Contents
Appendix A 27
Wiring Diagram: Circuit Board 27
Appendix B 28
Wiring Diagram: Auto-Switch Power Supply 28
Appendix C 29
Wiring Diagram: LCD Display Module - Alarm Buzzer 29
Appendix D 30
Technical Specifications 30
Appendix E 31
Wiring 31
A. General Requirements 31
B. Low Voltage Wire Type, Size, and Other Requirements 31

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The information contained in this Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual pertains only to the Alert-4
microprocessor based digital LCD 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
significance. Please read these sections carefully.
NOTE: Amico strongly recommends that alarms be checked annually by qualified staff.
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.
Important Information
1. Do not use impact screw driver for installation.
2. When installation is completed, peel off the LCD screen protector.
3. To protect from static electricity, ensure to discharge body static before installing the Medical Gas Alarm.
4. Do not ground the shield drain wire inside the alarm panel Back Box.
5. Make sure power supply is turned off while wiring.
User Responsibility

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• Microprocessor based digital LCD capable of connecting up to 30 channels.
• Ethernet capable for viewing an exact image of the alarm remotely or wireless anywhere in the building.
• Adjustable repeat alarm (1, 12, 24 hours or OFF).
• Maintenance mode available for on site repair.
• Self diagnostic circuitry with error display for problem identification.
• 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, Google Chrome, and Safari.
• Email and text notification with hyperlink to link back to the alarm panel.
• Easy access via Amico App.
• Web Audio Enabled: web audio will trigger when alert occurs via Ethernet.
• Unlimited records of history log to keep track of alert history for easy troubleshooting.
Introduction
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 flexibility 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 three
functions to Test the panel, to view the channel terminal ID and to silence an alarm that has occurred. To Test the panel
and to view the terminal where the wires are connected, press and hold the “MUTE” button for 20 seconds
Under normal operation, each group will illuminate in the “GREEN - OK”position. If an alarm condition occurs, the
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 general alarm.
Features

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Description of the Alarm
Shipment Details
When you receive an Alert-4 LCD Master 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.
Description of Modules
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, Ethernet capable for convenient viewing remotely or wirelessly,
anywhere in the building. Email and Text notification enable, Monitor up to 30 channels. Alarm conditions can be selected
as normally open or normally closed. Maintenance mode for easy troubleshooting, repeat alarm function, channels can be
grouped together or separated using Amico Master Configuration software. Generic dry contact for remote monitoring,
adjustable buzzer volume and brightness.“MUTE”button to silence an alarm, push and hold for 20 second and the display will
show the terminal port for each channel. LCD Master Alarm is Ethernet ready for use with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome,
and Safari.
For Annual Test
Hold the MUTE button for twenty (20) seconds to test the panel, channels ID will be displayed and buzzer will sound. If a signal
is not present after performing the test, panel will display missing, or disconnected channel in RED.
AC Supply
115 to 220 VAC
DC Power Cable:
Connect to
Annunciator Module
G
N
L
L - Live
N - Neutral
G - Ground
Fuse (1 AMPw)
Ground
Toggle Switch

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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 flush
with the finished wall surface to ensure that the frame assembly will fit properly.
Step 2: Frame Assembly
i. Attach the LCD screen to the Back Box assembly by using flat head screws
(provided with frame in a plastic bag).
ii. Attach the frame wire with 2 dome head screws (provided with frame in a
plastic bag). This will allow the frame assembly and Back Box to the fastened
securely together.
iii. Close the LCD screen with a Back Box by tightening two screws provided with
divider plate.
iv. Loosen the screws from the sides frame section (2 screws provided).
v. Cover the frame and tighten the side screws.
CAUTION: Do not use impact drill or screwdrivers when assembling new frame.
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Installation Guide
CAUTION:
1. The microprocessor circuitry on the Alert-4 Alarm contains sophisticated integrated semiconductors. DO NOT
TOUCH any of the components on the board. Static discharge can cause the modules to malfunction or become
damaged.
2. Keep the shield drain wires as short as possible and taped to prevent from grounding, so they can not touch the
front panel circuit board when front panel is closed.
Step 3: System Power Supply
CAUTION: 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.
1. Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
2. 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.
3. Connect the AC power to the terminal blocks as shown in the wiring diagram (Appendix B).
4. Verify that power has been switched OFF prior to working on the alarm.
5. Risk of electric shock! Disconnect power at circuit breaker before removing power supply shield.
Connecting
i. Connect a #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable ONLY from the junction box to the Back Box
assembly. Knockouts are provided throughout the alarm Back Box. Up to 10,000 ft [3,048 m] of #22 gauge
stranded, shielded, and 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: #22 gauge stranded, shielded twisted pair cable ONLY must be used, up to a distance of 10,000 ft [3,048 m].
Dry Contacts
If the dry contacts for a generic alarm are 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
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Installation Guide
Step 4: LCD Display Setup
i. Press the Setup button (B1) and press the Select button (B4).
ii. Select the language (B1) and press Select (B4) to choose the language.
iii. Select the volume level: 90, 80, 70, 60 – press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change
level.
iv. Select the LCD brightness - press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change brightness.
v. Select Maintenance (Enable or Disable) -press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change *for trouble shooting purpose
only*.
vi. Select Repeat Alarm (l ,12 ,24 hours or disable ) - press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change.
vii. Select DST (Daylight Saving) (ON/OFF) - press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change.
viii. Select the DATE (YEAR/MONTH/DAY) - press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change.
ix. Select Time (HR/MlN) - press CHANGE UP/DOWN to change.
x. Press the Select button (B4) to complete Setup.
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.

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Configuration Guide
Amico LCD Alert-4: Master Alarm Configuration
The module allows up to 16 characters per line. To configure the alarm channels, perform the following steps:
1. Open the Master Configuration program provided by Amico Corporation on the SD Card.
2. Click “File”located at the top left corner. Then click “Start New Config”. Then click “Add Group”.

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Configuration Guide
3. Double click on the “Group 1”column. The “Edit Group”window will pop up.
Close
4. Under “Group Name”, identify the medical gas source supply (e.g. Oxygen Bulk Farm).
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Configuration Guide
Channel Name and Alarm Conditions
1. Under the “Channel Name”column, identify the channel name and click the “Add” button to add channels (e.g.
Oxygen Primary Liquid Level Low). To set alarm conditions for a normally open or closed circuit, click the drop
down arrow to change alarm conditions.
Close
a. To modify the Group Name, double click to open the “Edit Group”window. Revise the group name then click
“Close“.
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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 “Close“.
Close
2. Click the “Close”button to complete each group.
3. Save the Configuration file to the SD Card. The file name must be saved as master.cfg in the “Master Configuration“
file type.
4. To load the configuration file into the master alarm, follow the instructions under “Installation Guide”on page 16
of this manual.

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Configuration Guide
Network Setup
CAUTION: Have the information systems personal set up the network interface. Before making any changes to
the network setting notify information systems personals.
Equipment Needed To Setup The Network
• PC with Ethernet connection.
• PC with web browser, (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Safari).
• Cat5 Ethernet cable ( Straight-through).
• SD Card (1GB preferable).
Setup
• Connect Alert-4 Master Alarm to an Ethernet switch using a Cat5 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 Mbps. A switch is better able
to support this speed, improves network performance, and keeps unnecessary traffic from being routed to the alarm.
• Amico Alert-4 Master Alarm will be set to factory default setting. The IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway will be
set as follows:
IP Address: 192.168.1.100
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
• Static IP configuration needs to used to connect to the Hospital Network.
• Upon power-up, the device will immediately begin using the static IP configuration.
• Each alarm requires a different IP Address to connect to the network.
• Verify the green“LINK” LED illuminates at the Ethernet Port.

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Configuration Guide
Assign An IP Address
Click the Network Config to assign network parameters and set up email and text notification using Master
Configuration program provided by Amico Corporation on the SD Card.
Provide network parameters and click OK to Save. Network file with provided network parameters will automatically
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Provide IP Address, IP Gateway,
and IP Mask
To upload network parameters to the alarm panel, insert the SD Card into the SD Card slot on the LCD Alarm board
(see Appendix A).
To load the channel name configuration file and the network configuration file, press and hold the Setup button and
the Reset button at the same time for two seconds; then let go of the Reset button while still holding down the Setup
button until the new channel name configuration file and network configuration file are uploaded to the Master
Alarm.
When loading is completed, the screen will display the new channel name configuration and new network
configuration, as shown below:
BUILD DATE: OCT 24 2014
BUILD VERSION: 1515
GATEWAY: 192.168.1.1
MASK: 255.255.255.0
IP ADDRESS: 192.168.1.100
If the configured information does not appear on the screen, repeat the steps above. If the problem persists, contact
Amico Corporation for further assistance.
• Once the information 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 alarm, and then proceed to remove the card.
• Once the card has been removed, restart the LCD Alarm to ensure that the configured network settings have been
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Configuration Guide
Connecting To Alarm
• Start the web browser (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Safari).
• Enter the device IP Address eg: (http://192.168.1.1xx) in the browser’s address bar*.
NOTE: To find Alarm IP Address, press reset button on the back of the Alert-4 Master Alarm. IP Address will be
displayed on the screen.
Email Setup
CAUTION: Have the information system personnel setup the email interface. Notify information systems
personnel before making any changes to the network settings.
SMTP server is required for electronic mail service.
The following parameters are needed to activate email service. Information system personnel will be able to provide
the necessary parameters.
Click the Network Config to set up email and text notification.

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Provide STMP IP
Address, STMP Port
Number, Username,
Password, and
Device ID
Provide recipient’s
email address and
click “Add”
NOTE: Click OK to save, network file with STMP parameters will automatically generate in the SD Card.
IP_SMTP= (provide SMTP server IP address)
SMTP_PORT= (provide SMTP port number)
SMTP_USER= (provide SMTP user name)
SMTP_PASSWORD= (provide SMTP password)
EMAIL= (provide recipient email address)
DEVICE_ID= (location where device is installed)
To load the Network configuration, press and hold the Setup and Reset buttons at the same time for two seconds. Let
go of the Reset button while still holding the Setup button until the new configuration is uploaded to the panel. When
parameters are uploaded, the panel will display the new parameters in boot sequence.
CAUTION: When wiring source equipment to the panel, make sure that the Cat5 cable is unplugged or turn OFF
the panel before wiring. If the panel is connected to the mail server it will start sending email while wiring the
terminals to the recipients.
NOTE: IP Address has to be routable if connecting to the alarm panel to the global network.
SMTP Security: Alert-4 panel will require Plain Text Authentication. It is required to have the transport layer security
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Configuration Guide
Text Setup
CAUTION: Have the information system personnel setup the email interface. Notify information systems
personnel before making any changes to the network setting.
SMTP server is required for electronic text service.
The following parameters are needed to activate the text service. Information systems personnel will be able to
provide the necessary parameters.
IP_SMTP= (provide SMTP server IP address)
SMTP_PORT= (provide SMTP port number)
SMTP_USER= (provide SMTP user name)
SMTP_PASSWORD= (provide SMTP password)
EMAIL= (provide recipient phone number and SMS gateway address, e.g., [email protected])
DEVICE_ID= (location where device is installed)
CAUTION: When wiring source equipment or gas sensors to the panel, make sure that the Cat5 cable is
unplugged or turn off the panel before wiring. If the panel is connected to the mail server it will send email
while wiring the terminals to the recipients.
NOTE: SMTP Security: Alert-4 panel will require Plain Text Authentication. It is required to have the transport layer
security and basic authentication only after stating TLS and anonymous users.
Provide recipient’s phone number
and SMS gateway address e.g., phone
[e-mail] and click “Add”

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Amico Mobile Eco System App
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phone. This App allows facilities to monitor the pipeline equipment in real time on an iPhone or Android phones.
The App will provide an exact and instant visual representation of the equipment in alarm condition, thereby
eliminating the need for nurses to call maintenance personnel in the event of a gas outage. The App will also help
maintenance personnel to localize the outage for a quicker resolution.
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NOTE: If Alert-4 Alarms are given with local IP Address, the phone must be connected to local WiFi before connecting
the app to the Alert-4 Alarm. If Alert-4 Alarm is given with global IP Address, connecting the phone to local WiFi is not
needed.
Click and open Amico Mobile Eco System App on the phone.
Home Screen Add a Device Screen Home Screen with Devices Added
Click to Add
a Device
Type in Device Name
and Location
Type in Device
IP Address
Click to Select
Product Category
Click to Save