First Alert ReadyGuard User manual

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW...................................................................................................3
Features......................................................................................................................3
General Operation......................................................................................................4
Quick View of System Functions...............................................................................5
About the Master Keypad ..........................................................................................6
About the Display and Indicators...............................................................................7
Master Keypad Definitions........................................................................................8
SECURING THE PREMISES.....................................................................................10
Checking System Status...........................................................................................10
Arming the System...................................................................................................11
Entry/Exit Delays.....................................................................................................13
Disarming the System ..............................................................................................14
Bypassing Protection Zones.....................................................................................15
Panic Keys / Chime Mode........................................................................................16
USER FUNCTIONS......................................................................................................17
Paging Feature .........................................................................................................17
Using Powerline Carrier Device Commands (Lights On/Lights Off keys) ..............18
Message Recording/Playback/Volume Control........................................................19
Aux Function............................................................................................................20
Clock/Calendar ........................................................................................................21
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM..............................................................................................22
General Information.................................................................................................22
National Fire Protection Association’s Smoke Detector Recommendations............23
Emergency Evacuation.............................................................................................24
SYSTEM FUNCTIONS................................................................................................25
Security Codes.........................................................................................................25
Testing the System...................................................................................................26
Trouble Messages ....................................................................................................27
Maintaining Your System ........................................................................................28
SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATION...........................................................29
FCC STATEMENTS....................................................................................................30
OWNER’S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST....................................33
LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM...........................................................35
ONE YEAR WARRANTY...........................................................................................36
Congratulations on your ownership of a First Alert Professional Security
System. You have made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest
in security protection technology today.

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Features
General Information
This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire, and emergency,
depending on the configuration of your system. The system consists of a master keypad
for controlling system operation, various wireless sensors which provide perimeter and
interior burglary protection, and optional smoke or combustion detectors to provide early
fire warning. In addition, optional wireless keypads may have been installed to allow you
to control the system away from the master keypad.
The system uses microcomputer technology to monitor all protection zones and system
status, display appropriate information on the keypad display, and initiate appropriate
alarms. Your system may also have been programmed to automatically send alarm or
status messages over the phone lines to a central alarm monitoring station.
The user features of this security system are listed below. Ask your installer which
features have been programmed for your system.
•STAY and AWAY arming modes: You can protect either the perimeter only, or the
entire premises.
•3 panic key functions: Designated keys allow you to manually activate fire, personal
emergency, or silent alarms. Refer to the PANIC KEYS section for detailed information.
•Paging feature: Alerts you to certain system conditions by displaying code numbers
that indicate the type of condition that has occurred. In addition, pressing the AUX key
can send a predefined message to your pager, if programmed to do so (see AUX key
function below). Refer to the PAGING FEATURE section for detailed information.
•Real-time clock: Keypad displays current time. Refer to the CLOCK/CALENDAR
section for procedures for setting the time.
•Voice announcement of system status: The master keypad’s built-in speaker
announces system status at the press of a key. Refer to the CHECKING SYSTEM
STATUS section for details.
•Message center: The system allows recording and play back of brief messages. Refer
to the RECORDING/PLAYBACK MESSAGES section for procedures.
•Device activation: Designated keys allow you to turn lights and/or other devices on
and off. In addition, some devices (e.g., a light) may be programmed to activate
automatically as a result of a system event such as an alarm or trouble condition. Refer
to the USING DEVICE COMMANDS section for detailed information.
•AUX key function: Designated key lets you activate a predefined series of keystrokes
with a single press of the AUX key plus user code, if programmed to do so (see Paging
feature above). Refer to the AUX FUNCTION section for detailed information.

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General Operation
Zones Your system's sensing devices have been assigned to various "zones." For example, the
sensing device on your entry/exit door may have been assigned to zone 01, sensing
devices on windows in the master bedroom to zone 02, and so on. These numbers appear
on the display when an alarm or trouble condition occurs.
Fire Protection
The fire protection portion of your security system (if used) is always active and will
sound an alarm if a fire condition is detected. Refer to the FIRE ALARM SYSTEM section
for important information concerning fire protection, smoke detectors and planning
emergency exit routes from the premises.
Burglary Protection
Your system provides two modes of burglary protection: STAY and AWAY. STAY
mode protects the perimeter only, allowing you to freely move within inside the premises.
AWAY mode protects the entire system. Both modes provide an entry delay time that
allows you to reenter the premises without setting off an alarm. For additional security,
you can turn the entry delay off when arming the system by using the NO DELAY key in
combination with the desired arming key. The system also allows you to bypass selected
zones before arming the system, if desired. Refer to the BYPASSING PROTECTION
ZONES section. The system also provides a CHIME mode, for alerting users to the
opening of protected doors and windows while the system is disarmed.
You must turn on ("arm") the burglary protection portion of your system before it will
sense burglary alarms. To arm the system, enter your security code then press the desired
arming key (AWAY or STAY). Refer to the ARMING THE SYSTEM section for detailed
procedures and information.
Security Codes
At the time of installation, you were assigned a personal 4-digit security code. You must
enter the security code when arming and disarming the system, and when performing
other system functions. As an additional security feature, other users who do not need to
know your code can be assigned up to 6 different security codes. Refer to the SECURITY
CODES section for procedures on adding security codes to the system.
Alarms When an alarm occurs, the keypad and sounders will sound, and the keypad will display
the zone(s) causing the alarm. If your system is connected to a central monitoring station,
an alarm message will be sent. To stop the alarm sounding, simply disarm the system. The
zone(s) causing the alarm remain displayed indicating memory of alarm. Refer to the
DISARMING THE SYSTEM section for information about clearing the memory of alarm
display.

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NOTE: = Boxes represent the entering of your 4-digit security code.
SECURITY FUNCTIONS
Checking system status: ---------------------------- STATUS
To arm in STAY mode: --------------------------- *+ STAY
To restart exit delay: ------------------------------- STAY (only if programmed and system armed in Stay mode)
To arm in AWAY mode: -------------------------- *+ AWAY
To arm with NO DELAY: ------------------------ *+ AWAY or STAY + NO DELAY
To arm if Quick Arm is active: ------------------- AWAY or STAY (hold down for at least 2 seconds)
To disarm the system and silence alarms: ------ + OFF
To bypass a zone(s): -------------------------------- + BYPASS + 2-digit zone number(s)
To turn Chime mode on or off: ------------------- FUNCTION + CHIME
*Security code is not required if Quick Arm is active. Instead, press and hold down the STAY or AWAY key.
MESSAGE CENTER
To record a message: ------------------------------- FUNCTION + RECORD
To stop recording before end of 20 seconds: --- OFF
To play back a message: --------------------------- FUNCTION + PLAY
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
To adjust message playback/announcment volume: --- FUNCTION + VOLUME + [3] or [6]
To mute system announcements: ----------------- FUNCTION + VOLUME + OFF
To restore announcement sounding: ------------ FUNCTION + VOLUME + [3] or [6]
OTHER FUNCTIONS ** Only the master code can be used to add or delete another user code.
To set the time and date: --------------------------- + FUNCTION + [63]
To activate or deactivate devices 1-6: ---------- FUNCTION + LIGHTS ON or LIGHTS OFF + device number
To activate or deactivate devices 7 & 8: -------- + # + LIGHTS ON or LIGHTS OFF + dev. no.
To add a user code: -------------------------------- ** + CODE + user no. (02-08) + user’s code
To delete a user code (except Master Code): -- ** + CODE + user number (02-08)
To turn Test mode on: ------------------------------ + TEST
To turn Test mode off: ----------------------------- +OFF
To use the defined AUX function:---------------- Press and hold AUX key 2 secs (4 beeps) +
To send message to pager: ------------------------- Press and hold AUX key 2 seconds (4 beeps)

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About the Master Keypad
General
IMPORTANT: If the keypad beeps rapidly upon entering the premises, an alarm has oc-
curred during your absence and an intruder may still be on the premises. LEAVE
IMMEDIATELY and CONTACT THE POLICE from a nearby safe location.
The keypad allows you to control all system functions. The keypad features telephone-
style keys and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which shows the nature and location of all
occurrences.
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RECORD VOLUME PLAY
LIGHTS ON TEST BYPASS
LIGHTS OFF CODE CHIME
STATUS NO DELAY FUNCTION
ARMED READY
OFF
AWAY
STAY
AUX
The keypad also features a built-in sounder which will sound during alarms and troubles.
The keypad also "beeps" during certain system functions, such as during entry/exit delay
times, in Chime mode, and when depressing any of the keys (to acknowledge the key
press). In addition, a built-in speaker announces system status.

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About the Display and Indicators
Display Definitions (for other displays, see
Trouble Messages on page 27)
ALARM: Appears when an intrusion has
been detected and the system is
armed (also appears during a fire
alarm or audible emergency
alarm). Accompanied by the
protection zone in alarm.
AWAY: All burglary zones, interior and
perimeter, are armed.
ALARM
AWAY
INSTANT
STAY
FIRE
REC MESSAGE
BYPASS
FAULT
CHIME TEST
LOW BAT AC
INSTANT: Entry delay is turned off.
STAY: Perimeter burglary zones, such as protected windows and doors, are
armed.
FIRE: Appears when a fire alarm or fire fault is present. Accompanied by a
display of the zone in alarm.
LOW BAT: Low battery condition in a wireless sensor (if zone number is displayed)
or low system battery (if no zone number is displayed). If 00 is
displayed, a wireless keypad (5827/5827BD) has a low battery
condition.
AC: Appears when AC power is present. If not lit, the system is operating on
backup battery power.
CHIME: Appears when the Chime feature is activated.
TEST: Appears when the system is in Test mode.
REC: Appears when in Recording mode.
MESSAGE: Appears when a message has been recorded and has not yet been
played back.
BYPASS: One or more burglary protection zones have been bypassed.
FAULT: Appears when a malfunction is discovered in the system at any time;
or if an open is detected in a fire zone at any time; or when a fault in a
day/night burglary zone is discovered during a disarmed period.
Accompanied by a display of the zone number in trouble.
LED Meanings
ARMED (Red) LED: ON = System armed
OFF = System disarmed
Blinking = System armed, but a fault exists
READY (Green) LED: ON = System disarmed, ready to arm
Blinking = System disarmed, not ready to arm (a fault exists)
NOTE: When the system is armed, the READY LED turns off.

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Master Keypad Definitions
NOTE: The system functions described below are for reference only, and require additional key entries to
activate.
1. DISPLAY WINDOW: Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD). Displays protection point identification
and system status, messages, and user instructions.
2. ARMED INDICATOR: (RED) Lit when the
system has been armed (STAY, AWAY, NO
DELAY). Blinks when armed and fault exists.
3. READY INDICATOR: When lit, indicates
system is ready to be armed; blinking indicates
system is not ready (a zone is open).
4. PLAY KEY: Announces a user’s message if
one was previously recorded. See RECORD
function.
5. TEST KEY: Tests the system and alarm
sounder.
6. BYPASS KEY: Removes individual protection
zones from being monitored by the system.
Displays currently bypassed zones.
7. CODE KEY: Allows entry of additional user
codes that can be given to other system users.
8. CHIME KEY: Turns the Chime mode on and
off. When on, any entry through a protected delay
or perimeter zone while the system is disarmed
will cause a tone and voice descriptor to sound at
the keypad.
9. INTERNAL SOUNDER: Source of alarm
sounds (see "Summary of Audible Notifications"
section).
10. FUNCTION KEY: Allows alternate key
functions.
11. NO DELAY KEY: Used with STAY or AWAY
function to eliminate the entry delay. Alarm
sounds immediately if entry is opened.
12. STATUS KEY: When pressed prior to arming,
the keypad will display all open zones, and will
announce system status.
13. LIGHTS ON / LIGHTS OFF KEYS: Turns
lights or other devices on or off, if programmed
by the installer.
14. AUX KEY: Can be programmed to either
perform a predefined function or to send a preset
message to a pager.
15. STAY KEY: Arms the perimeter burglary
protection, guarding protected doors, windows
and other perimeter protection points, and sounds
an alarm if one is opened. Interior protection is
not armed, which allows movement within your
house without causing an alarm. Entrance can be
made through an entry delay zone without
causing an alarm if the system is disarmed before
the entry delay time expires.
16. AWAY KEY: Completely arms both perimeter
and interior burglary protection for backup
protection by sensing an intruder's movements
through protected interior areas as well as
guarding protected doors, windows, etc. Entrance
can be made through an entry delay zone without
causing an alarm if the system is disarmed before
the entry delay time expires.
17. OFF KEY: Disarms the burglary portion of
the system, silences alarms and audible trouble
indicators, and clears alarm trouble display after
the problem has been corrected.
18. MICROPHONE: Used to record personal
messages up to 20 seconds long.
19. SPEAKER: Source of audible internal warning
and confirmation sounds, status announcments,
as well as alarms (see "Summary of Audible
Notifications").
20. RECORD: Activates the recording function to
record personal messages.
21. VOLUME: Sets the volume of system
announcements and status beeps.
–– KEYS 0-9: Used to enter your individual
security access code(s).

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Master Keypad Definitions
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RECORD VOLUME PLAY
STATUS NO DELAY FUNCTION
ARMED READY
OFF
AWAY
STAY
AUX
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17
16
15 14 10
11
12
3
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8
9
5
2
1
4
20
LIGHTS ON TEST BYPASS
LIGHTS OFF CODE CHIME
19
13
IMPORTANT!: When you use the keypad to enter codes and commands, press the keys
within 2 seconds of one another. If 2 seconds elapse without a key depression, the entry is
aborted and must be repeated from its beginning.
NOTE: Different timeouts may occur when defining auxiliary functions and setting the
real-time clock.

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Checking System Status
General Information
Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows, and other protection zones
must be closed or bypassed (see the BYPASSING PROTECTION section). Pressing the
STATUS key will announce all zones that are faulted, as well as any other abnormal
system condition, making it easier for you to secure any open zones.
READY LIGHT: The green READY indicator on the keypad will be lit if the system is
ready to be armed. If blinking, the system is not ready.
Press the STATUS Key
Press the STATUS key once to announce the general status of the system. The following
phrases may be heard depending on the current state of the system:
disarmed, ready to arm [message] [check system]
disarmed, [not ready to arm], [message]
armed [away] [stay] [instant] [check system]
NOTE: Phrases in brackets are variable, and are announced only if appropriate in the
current state of the system
Press the STATUS key twice†to announce specific system status. The following phrases
may be heard depending on the current state of the system:
fire alarm [zone voice descriptors]
alarm [zone voice descriptors]
fire fault [zone voice descriptors]
fault [zone voice descriptors]
check system (indicates an RF Jam condition, communication failure [FC
message], or keypad low battery condition; check the display for the specific
condition occurring)
low battery [zone voice descriptors]
system low battery
AC loss
zones bypassed
chime
†(second press must be within 5 seconds of first press)
VOLUME LEVEL: The volume level of system announcements can be increased or
decreased. Refer to the MESSAGE RECORDING/PLAYBACK section for the procedure.
System Can Be Armed
The READY light will be lit when all protection zones have been either closed or
bypassed. You may now arm the system as usual.