GE Choice Alert User manual

Choice
ALERT
Choice
ALERT
™
Control all Sensors
& accessories from
one location
™
Wireless Alarm System
Motion
Sensor
User’s Manual

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Important Safeguards 4
Introduction 5
Assigning a Sensor to a Zone 6
Testing a Sensor or your system 7
Installation 8
Erasing a Sensor from a Zone 9
Low battery indicator 9
Battery warnings 11
Optional Accessory 12-13
F.A.Q.'S 14-15
FCC Warning 16-17
Table of Contents

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Before connecting or operating the Motion Sensor,
please read these instructions carefully and save
this manual for future reference.
Congratulations
The GE Choice Alert™Wireless Alarm System is one
of the most affordable and expandable wireless
alarm systems available. You’ll discover the system
offers many features typically found in custom
installed Alarm systems.
The Choice Alert system is reliable and easy-to-use.
With Choice Alert you can select from a line of Sensors
and Accessories; start small and expand as you
need, or create a system that meets all your needs.
The Choice Alert System is protected by Priority
Code Selection technology which provides increased
security and trouble-free wireless connections. It
also guarantees the Control Center will only respond
to signals from your Sensors in and around your home,
and prevents anyone from tampering with
your system.
The user manual explains in simple steps how to
install, use and care for your new Choice Alert
Motion Sensor.
If you have any questions or would like
additional information please visit our web site
www.jascoproducts.com, or contact our
Technical Support Group at 1-800-654-8483.

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Important safeguards
PreCautions
1. Do not attempt to disassemble the Motion Sensor,
unless described in the user’s manual. There are no
user serviceable parts.
2. Handle with Care – Avoid striking or shaking.
Improper use or storage could damage the Motion
Sensor. Modifying or tampering the device or its
internal components can cause a malfunction and
void the Motion Sensor’s warranty.
3. If you feel the Motion Sensor or any part of the
Choice Alert system is not operating correctly or
as described, please contact Technical Support for
assistance (1-800-654-8483).

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Introduction
The Motion Sensor is designed to be used indoors or
out. When mounted properly it can monitor large or
open areas such as entrances, living rooms, family
rooms, driveways, backyards, walkways, workshops,
etc. When the Sensor detects motion, it will transmit
a signal to the Control Center. The Zone selection and
settings on the Control Center determine if an alarm or
an alert sounds.
Parts Check List
Identify all the parts before proceeding.
Ball-head joint
Motion Sensor
with mounting bracket
2 - Screws
2 - Plastic anchors

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Preparing the Motion Sensor for Installation
The Motion Sensor consists of 2 parts – The Sensor
(Transmitter) and the wall mount. Before installing,
remove the screw from the battery door on the back
of the Sensor. You’ll need to attach the battery leads
to a “9V” battery (not included); Take care to note the
polarity markings. Replace the battery cover and
secure screw. An Alkaline “9V” battery in the Motion
Sensor can last up to 9 months,
Before mounting the Motion sensor, you’ll need to
assign the Sensor to a zone on the Control Center.
Follow these steps to assign a Sensor to a Zone.
Step 1 – Press and hold the Learn button on the
Control Center for three seconds. After the
Control Center sounds a long beep, release the
Learn button.
Step 2 – Press the Zone button (1, 2, 3 or 4) for the
Zone you want to assign to the Motion Sensor.
The LED indicator for that Zone will begin to flash.
Step 3 – Release the Zone button.
Note: Zone 4 is for dedicated alerts only. Sensors in this Zone
will not trigger an alarm or chime.
Step 4 – Activate the Motion Sensor
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- To activate the Motion Sensor, press the Learn
button located inside the battery compartment,
or if mounted wave your hand in front of the
Sensor (the red LED indicator will flash inside lens
area in front of the Motion Sensor).
Testing a Sensor or your system
Once all the Sensors have been assigned to Zones
in the Control Center you can now test your system.
Ensure the Control Center can receive the signal
from the intended location of the Sensor before
permanently mounting a Sensor.
Step 1 - To place Control Center in Test mode
unplug AC adapter and remove batteries.
Step 2 - Press and hold the ‘Mute’ button and plug
the AC adapter back into the Control Center. When
all the LED indicators turn on, release the Mute
button. The Control Center is now in Test Mode and
any Sensor can now be tested in any Zone.
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Zone
Armed Power
1 2 3 4
Alert
Chime
Off
Mute
Learn
Input DC 12V
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Step 1
Press and hold
the Learn button
for three seconds
Step 3
Release the
Zone button
Step 4
To activate the Motion
Sensor press the button
on the inside of the unit.
Step 2
Select the Zone number

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Step 3 - Set the Notification Mode to switch ‘Alert’
position and begin activating Sensors one at a time.
Note: The sensor has a LED that flashes to show when the
sensor has triggered and transmitted to the main unit.
Step 4 - When testing is complete, unplug the AC
adapter, then plug the AC adapter back in and
reinstall batteries. This returns the Control Center
to standard operation mode.
Note: The Control Center will automatically return to standard
operation mode after 5 hours.
Installing the Sensor
Use the ball-head mount to mount the Sensor. The
minimum height recommended is 5-6 ft from the floor,
depending on where you want to mount the Motion
Sensor. Once the location is selected, before mounting
you should perform a manual test to confirm the
Motion Sensor is within range of Control Center. Refer
to the Testing a Sensor section on pg 7. Mount the
ball-head joint to the location with screws provided.
Once the ball-head joint is mounted to the wall, slide
the back of the sensor onto the ball-head joint. The
mounting angle can be adjusted.
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Erasing the Sensor from a Zone
Note: If you need to remove the Sensor from a Zone, the
system will erase the entire Zone, so any other Sensors will
need to be put back into that particular Zone.
Step 1 - To erase a Zone, press and hold the
Learn button on the Control Center. The unit will
beep once.
Step 2 - While holding the Learn button, press and
hold the Zone button to be erased. After five
seconds the Control Center will sound two beeps
and the Zone LED indicator will flash twice.
Step 3 - Release all buttons. The Zone has
been erased.
Note: The Zone/Motion Sensor cannot be erased if:
-The Zone has been triggered for an Alert or alarm. The
Sensor/Zone must be reset.
-There is loss of signal from the Sensor to the Control
Center (such as low battery, or Sensor is out of range).
-The system is armed.
The Control Center will sound three beeps to indicate it could
not erase the Zone.
Low Battery Indicator
The Control Center continuously monitors all the
Sensors. If the Control Center does not receive a signal
from any Sensor it will begin rapidly flashing the Zone
LED indicator . This indicates one or more Sensors in
the Zone may have low battery power and are unable
to transmit a signal the necessary distance. If all
batteries and/or Sensors are installed at the same
time into a Zone, it is recommended to replace the
batteries in all Sensors in the Zone.

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However, you can check the Motion Sensor status
independently by placing the Control Center in Test
mode (see Testing a Sensor on page 7) and trigger
the Sensor separately. If mounted, wave hand in front
of Sensor, or press activation button for two seconds
inside battery compartment. If the Sensor does
not trigger an alert then replace the battery with a
new one.
Note: The Sensor detection system is ‘range dependant’,
which means Sensors located closer to the Control Center
may seem to have batteries that last longer than those
Sensors at a greater distance. Also, keep in mind, because the
Motion Sensor is continually checking for activity the battery
life is less than the lithium cell batteries in the other Sensors.
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WARNING!
Risk of personal injury
- Prolonged exposure to alarm
siren may cause permanent
hearing loss
Battery Warnings!
- Remove batteries before storing
the Alarm or Sensor for extended periods
- Batteries may leak harmful liquids or
ignitable materials or explode causing injury
and product damage
- Do not mix old and new or other battery types
- Replace all batteries at the same time
- Replace fully discharged batteries immediately
Description Battery Type Battery Life*
Control Center (4) “AAA” 24 months
MotionSensor (1) “9V” 9 months
*maximum potential life based upon usage and location

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Optional Accessory
For optimum performance and increased
distance between control center with sensors and
transmitters; use of optional accessory “Signal
Repeater” is recommended.
The Signal Repeater
will extend the range of
the Choice Alert system
up to 150 feet from its
location – Effectively
repeating the signal
from any Sensor back
to the Control Center should a Sensor be located
out of range. The Signal Repeater does not send or
receive signals to the Silent Alert or Alarm Siren.
Adding a Signal Repeater
Step 1 - Find an electric outlet near the Sensor
having trouble communicating with the Control
Center. Make certain the location is between the
Sensor and Control Center. Plug the Signal Repeater
into the outlet and press the ‘Test’ button on the
side of Signal Repeater. It will send a test signal out
to the Control Center and the LED indicator on the
Signal Repeater will flash rapidly for about one
second, then go out.
Step 2 - When the Control Center receives the signal
Repeater’s test signal, it will flash the green power
indicator. This means a confirmation signal was sent
back to the Signal Repeater. Release all buttons.
Test
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Motion
Sensor
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Water Leak
Sensor
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Window/Door
Sensor
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Alarm Siren 45138
Signal
Repeater
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Silent alert
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Step 3 - When the Signal Repeater receives the
confirmation signal, the LED indicator will flash,
five times. If the Signal Repeater does not receive
the confirmation signal from the Control
Center, the LED indicator on the Signal Repeater will
not flash. You will need to move the Signal Repeater
closer to the Control Center and retest.
Step 4 - To Ensure the Signal Repeater can receive
the signal from the Sensor, activate the Sensor. The
Signal Repeater’s LED indicator should flash rapidly,
and the Control Center should respond to the
Sensor’s signal.
This process will help you locate the Signal Repeater
to the best (farthest) position from the Control Center
in order to extend the range of the Sensor.

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Motion Sensor F.A.Q.’S
Q. I bought a new Sensor and the Control Center will
not recognize it. Why?
A. First, make sure that the battery is new and has
been correctly attached to the terminals. Confirm that
the Sensor has been correctly assigned to a Zone.
Q. I put the Sensor on Zone 4 and it will not set off the
alarm. Why?
A. Zone 4 is a Dedicated Alert Zone and is designed
to monitor Sensors in this Zone. It will only issue an
alert (LED will flash, continuous beeping will be heard).
Sensors in Zone 4 will not set off the alarm. Use Zone
4 for water Sensors, garage doors, gates, sheds or
other areas you want to monitor (i.e. areas you want
to be alerted if there is a problem, but do not want the
alarm to sound).
Q. I erased a Sensor from a Zone and now all of my
other Sensors in that Zone will not work. Why?
A. The system can only erase entire Zones. You will
need to add the other Sensors back in that Zone to the
Control Center again.
Q. I put the Sensor in a Zone (1, 2, 3) and it will not
sound in any Alert modes. Why?
A. The Motion Sensor only functions as an Alarm
Sensor in Zones 1, 2, 3. It will not activate a chime,
visual or audio alert. An Alert in Zone 4 only, but will
not activate the alarm.
Q. How can I tell if the Sensor is working?
A. Each Sensor has an LED that indicates the Sensor
is operating (flashes when triggered). However if
the battery is to weak, the signal may not reach the

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Sensor. This will cause low battery indication on the
Control Center (See pg 10).
Q. Why does one of my Zones continually flash?
A. This can be caused by 1 of 2 conditions. First
condition, if it is a rapid flash it means a Sensor in the
Zone has a low battery. If more than one Sensor is in a
Zone, you will need to test each Sensor by putting the
unit into test mode (see pg. 7 of this manual). It may
also be that a Sensor is out of range and cannot make
contact with the Control Center. If this is the case, you
may need to move the Control Center closer or use a
Signal Repeater. The second condition, if it is a slow
flash, one of the Sensors is triggered. Check to ensure
the Sensors in the Zone are closed/reset (i.e. close door,
window, etc).
Q. If one Sensor has a low battery, should I replace all
of the batteries?
A. If Sensors were added at the same time, chances
are good all the batteries will need to be replaced.
Motion Sensors battery life is less than the other
Sensors, try replacing the Sensors battery first.
Q. How do I know if any Sensors have low batteries?
A. The Control Center will indicate if any Sensor does
not have sufficient power to transmit a status signal
(battery is low). You can also check each Sensor
independently by using the Test Mode (see pg.7 in manual).
Q. If one Sensor has a low battery, will the other
Sensors in the Zone (or other Zones) continue to
operate?
A. Yes, as long as the other Sensors have sufficient
battery power, they will continue to transmit
information to the Control Center and the system will
operate normally.

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FCC Warning
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment
would void the user’s warranty and may conflict with both
state and federal laws. The Choice Alert system complies with
part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
1) The Choice Alert system may not cause
harmful interference.
2) The Choice Alert system may accept any interference
received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
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:
– Reorient or relocate 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.
– Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help

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Compliance with IC Rules and Regulations
IC6924A-45132
Jasco Products
45132
Object is subject to the following two conditions.
This device may not cause interference, and This device must
accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
WARNING
Limitations of Alarm Products
This product should be tested periodically to make sure
it is working properly. The product, if used properly, may
reduce the risk of burglary, robbery, or other adverse events.
However, JASCO is not an insurer, this product is neither
insurance nor a guarantee that such an event will be
prevented, and users should protect themselves with proper
insurance. JASCO makes no representation that this product
cannot be compromised or circumvented, that it will provide
an adequate warning, or that it will prevent any personal
injuries, property damage, or other losses. Like any alarm
product, including expensive commercial systems, it may be
bypassed, it is subject to compromise, and it may fail to warn
for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to: improper
installation or positioning; improper maintenance; tampering;
dead or improperly installed batteries; sensing limitations;
component failures; receivers; intrusions may be outside
of a product’s designed range and certain environmental
conditions may impact performance and audible alarm
signals may be outside of hearing range, muted by doors,
walls, and floors, unheard by deep sleepers or the hearing-
impaired, or overwhelmed by other sounds.

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Manual Version 5
03/08/12
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