JSB RS125 User manual

RS125
INTRUDER
ALARM
CONTROL
PANEL
USER
MANUAL
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INDEX
Page
INTRODUCTION 1
THE REMOTE KEYPAD Using the Keypad 2
Text Displays & Menu System 3
Main Menu 4
SINGLE AREA SYSTEM Introduction 5
Full Set 6
Part Set 7
ZONE OMIT 8
SPLIT SYSTEM OPERATION Introduction 9
Setting 10
Unsetting 11
CHIME Introduction 12
Setting when no Areas are Set 12
Setting with a Split System 13
Unsetting 13
PROGRAMMING Using the Text Editor 14
Setting up Access Codes 16
Naming Zones and Areas 18
EVENT LOG Reading and Printing the Event Log 19
SYSTEM TEST Setting the Clock 20
Walk Testing Zones 20
Checking Zone Status 21
Testing Audible Warning Devices 21
REMOTE COMMUNICATION Alarm Receiving Centre 23
Remote Reset 23
APPENDIX Organisation Plans 24
Engineer On Site 24
Printer Options 24
Note: Due to a policy of continued development of the RS125 intruder alarm control panel,
the information contained in this guide is subject to change without notice.

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Introduction
The RS125 is a versatile, fully programmable Intruder Alarm Control Panel which will have been
set up by your Alarm Company to serve your particular requirements. However there must be
at least one person on the premises who takes a special interest in the alarm system. This
person, whom we call the System Manager should read this guide carefully in order to get the
best performance from the system.
The System Manager needs to work in conjunction with the other Users, the Alarm Company
and also possibly an Alarm Receiving Centre to ensure that security is maintained and that
alarm activations are properly managed. The management approach depends on the size of the
system, whether it is a residential or commercial application and also whether a Split System is
being used. This manual provides separate Setting instructions for a Single Area Residential
System and a Split System; with either type of installation you need only read the relevant
sections.There is an Organisation Plan for the System Manager in Appendix 1 which covers both
types of installation and a Specification inside the Rear Cover..
The system is operated from one or more Remote Keypads, incorporating a backlit Text
Window which provides the user with an easily interpreted series of messages while setting and
programming the system. Operation is driven through a series of menu displays which allow
most routine functions to be achieved without reference to the manuals.
The RS125 allows up to 100 different Users to be provided with individual Access Codes each
with their own User ID, Rank, Name Text and Area Authorisation Tags. The Rank of each
Access Code is used to determine the level of access to the system:-
Master: This is normally assigned to the System Manager and allows access to all the RS125
User Menu Options. Only one Master Code is allowed and this is allocated the User
ID zero, zero, (00). The Master Code can be used to re-program all codes and has
access to all Areas. You will be told the Master Code when the Alarm Company
hands over the system.
Boss: Boss Codes are set up using the Master code; they allow access to all the RS125 User
Menu Options but cannot be used to change either the Master Code or another
Boss’s code parameters. Boss Codes can be used to set up lower ranking Users.
User +: User+ Codes may Set and Unset pre-defined Areas and Omit zones in those areas.
User: User Codes may only Set and Unset pre-defined Areas.
Keyholder: This code allows a Guarding Company to switch the alarm off and rearm the system
only after an alarm activation has occurred; it is valid for all Areas.
Duress: A special Access Code used to generate a silent call to the Alarm Receiving Centre.
A normal Access Code must be used to reset the system.
Engineer: This code is only accessible to the Alarm Company for engineering use.
The RS125 does not provide any means of revealing the Access Codes to anybody.

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Numeric Keys and Text Window
The numeric keys are used for entering
your Access Code to turn the system
On and Off. If you enter a wrong code,
enter the code again. The Text Window
can show a wide variety of messages
which in most cases are self explanatory.
Function Keys and Status Display
The Blue Function keys are used to
operate the security system and to
answer questions. The Scroll keys are
used to move up and down a Menu or
list. The No Line light will only be
functional if a Communicator is fitted.
The Remote Keypad
Note: The [0/CHIME] Key has a Dual Function.
The Keypad is also used for other operations which are explained later.
The Remote Keypad contains a loudspeaker which can produce the following sounds
STATUS LIGHTS
LABEL ON OFF FLASH COLOUR
POWER Power OK System Set/No Power Mains Fault Green
NO LINE N/A Tel. Line OK Tel. Line Fault Amber
DESCRIPTION OF SOUNDS
Keypad press - Quick blip Fire sound - Two tone sound
Entry sound - Solid tone pulsed on and off slowly Night setting - Soft clicking
Exit sound - Solid tone Chime - Warble
Tamper sound - Fast broken tone Fault sound - Fast broken tone
Alarm sound - Wailing tone Error tone - Buzz

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The Text Window
Introduction
The Text Window is capable of displaying a wide variety of messages; many of these occur as
part of the normal day to day usage of the system and these are dealt with in the appropriate
sections of this guide. However there may be special circumstances which lead to other
messages some of which are explained below; if the Text Window displays a message you are
unable to understand you should contact your alarm installation company.
DISPLAY READS EXPLANATION ACTION REQUIRED
The clock display is replaced
by the Service message. Enter code to access options.
Call Alarm Company to arrange
a service visit.
Areas shown in upper case
are Set. Areas shown in
lower case are set to Chime.
Enter code change Set state.
Enter code change Chime state.
An activation has caused the
Panel to require a Rest. Call Alarm Company or Alarm Receiving Centre
Areas shown are currently set
to Chime. Enter code to change Chime state
The Panel requires an
Engineer Reset. Call Alarm Company.
Another Remote Keypad is
currently being accessed by
another user.
Wait until other user has
finished.
Another Remote Keypad is
currently being accessed by
an Engineer.
Note that the system is not
secure until the engineer
“Signs Off”.
Sample Alarm display
Where X=Block
and N=Zone Number.
Press [YES/OPTION] to each
message until all events have
been reported. Check Zones.
The fitted communicator has
detected a Telephone line
fault.
Check Telephone line.
If fault persists, call your Alarm
Company.
The 230v Mains is currently
not present. The Panel is now
running from Battery only.
Check Mains supply to Panel.
Check spur Fuse OK.
The Panel battery has
become partially flat.
Possible due to No Mains.
Restore Mains power
immediately; if fault persists,
contact your Alarm Company.

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Single Area System Operation
Introduction
A Single Area system with Residential setting mode on Part Guard is the preferred system for a
typical domestic situation. All Access Codes are valid for all Areas and the keystroke sequences are
kept as simple as possible. Full Set is used when the house is unoccupied and Part Set is used when
going to bed.
False Alarms
Before setting your alarm system it is important to know how to avoid false alarms. Most problems
arise when setting or unsetting the system. Here is a check list to help you avoid any potential
problems:-
Make sure that all doors to be set on the system are firmly closed and cannot swing open
accidentally.
Check that areas covered by movement detectors (e.g. Passive Infra-Red detectors [P.I.R’s]) are
free from moving objects such as pets and moving curtains.
When re-entering the protected area proceed directly to the nearest Remote Keypad without
delay and enter your Access Code to open the system. Do not stray from the Entry Route
because the rest of the system is still Fully Set.
Make sure that all users are aware of any Abort procedures involving the Alarm Receiving
Centre. A quick phone call and an exchange of passwords could avoid an unnecessary callout.
System Open
The RS125 is alert to certain types of alarm hazards (e.g. Tamper) at all times because even when
the system is Unset it is still operating in Day Mode. In addition to the Guard Zones which only
cause a full alarm when the system is Set, your installation may also include Zones which operate
on a 24 Hour basis (e.g. Personal Attack buttons or Smoke Alarms).
Under normal circumstances you should have the Power Light lit and the LCD display showing:-
An Alarm Activation during ~System Open” will produce an immediate Audible Warning.
To silence an alarm enter your Access Code; the system will display a series of
messages giving details of any alarm events which occurred since the last time an
Access Code was used.
The panel may enter a Lockout state after an alarm event; this requires a specal Reset
procedure to be used involving engineering assistance before the system can be set again.
You may need to call your Alarm Company or Alarm Receiving Centre immediately.

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Full Set
You will need to use Full Set when leaving the premises unoccupied. Starting with:-
Press the [FULL] key, providing the system is OK the Exit Tone will sound and the display will
read:-
Enter your 4-Digit (or 6 Digit) Access Code. The display will normally read:-
If the system has a Setting Fault the Fault Tone will sound and the display will read:-
The fault may clear automatically if the fault is temporary (e.g. due to a movement detector
settling down), in that case the Exit Tone will start automatically with the “SYSTEM SETTING”
display after a short period. If, on the other hand there is a Standing Fault you will need to
review the Fault Display using the [SCROLL] keys and abandon setting by pressing the
[NO/QUIT] key.
The system will revert to “SYSTEM OPEN”. You will need to investigate the fault and either
remove it or use an Omit procedure to set the system with reduced security.
Once the Exit Tone is established, leave the area via the designated Exit Route then close the
Final Exit. It may be necessary to terminate the Exit Procedure manually using an external Push
to Set system (this depends on how the installation was configured). The Exit Tone should stop
2 seconds after the Exit Procedure has been terminated.
If there is a Fault Tone immediately after you have terminated the Exit Procedure you may have
a fault in the Exit/Entry Route ; if this does not clear after a few seconds you will need to re-
enter the premises, go to the nearest Remote Keypad, review the Fault Display and abandon
setting by pressing the [NO/QUIT] key. If the system has reverted to Exit Tone then enter your
Access Code to revert to “SYSTEM OPEN”.

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Enter your Access Code. The Entry Tone should stop and you should check the display for any
further messages. Under normal circumstances the display will now return to “SYSTEM OPEN”.
The system is now Unset (i.e.Open).
Important Note
Always check the display after entering your Access Code in case there has been an Alarm
Activation while the system was Set (it could well be that the audible warnings have timed out).
You may need to enter additional keystrokes to clear the message list.
In some system layouts you can reach the Remote Keypad without starting the Entry Tone. In that
case enter your Access Code; the Entry Tone will commence and the “ENTER CODE” message
will appear after the first keystroke. Now complete the Access Code, this will stop the Entry
Tone. Now check the display for any further messages. Under normal circumstances the display
will revert to “SYSTEM OPEN” as above. The system is now Unset (i.e.Open).
Part Set
Use Part Set when parts of the building (e.g. bedrooms) will still be occupied; Part Set mode will
automatically omit those Zones which are to be excluded. The Exit/Entry route parameters are
changed during Part Set so that you still have access to the Remote Keypad from the unset area.
Proceed as for Full Set only using the [PART] key instead of the [FULL] key ; providing the system
is OK there will be a Night Setting Tone (a soft clicking sound) and the display will read:-
If the system has a Setting Fault the Fault Tone will sound and the same rules apply as for Full Set.
Once Residential Setting Tone is established proceed to the unprotected area. The Night Setting
Tone should stop 2 seconds after the Part Set Exit Timer has timed out. If there is a Fault Tone
immediately after the Exit Timer has elapsed you may have a fault in the Exit/Entry Route; if this
does not clear after a few seconds you will need to cancel the Exit Procedure and investigate the
fault.
Cancelling the Exit Procedure
During Exit Tone you can return to “SYSTEM OPEN” by re-entering your Access Code.
Unsetting
When you return to the protected area via the Exit/Entry route you will normally be picked up by
a detector; this will start the Entry Tone which signifies that you must Unset the system within a
pre-determined time limit. Proceed directly to the nearest Remote Keypad which will display the
message:-

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The Zone Status is displayed as blocks of 8 zones labelled with a letter; The Zone Numbers in
the display may be replaced by other characters depending on the status of the Zone as follows:-
* Zone Manually Omitted
F Zone has a Standing Detector Fault
Use the Scroll keys to select the required zone block, then press the number on the keypad
which corresponds to the zone you wish to isolate; the zone number will change to a * and the
number at the top right hand side of the display showing the total number of Omitted zones will
increment by 1. If the number key appears to have no effect the Zone will have been identified as
non-omittable . When you have finished isolating the zones press the [FULL], [PART] or
[0/CHIME] button as appropriate to set the system.
Using Zone Omit on 24 Hour Zones
You can use Zone Omit to obtain temporary access to a 24 Hour Zone (i.e. a Gun Cabinet) by
pressing the [NO/QUIT] key after selecting the Zone to be omitted.
WARNING. If there is a Standing Fault on an omitted 24 Hour Zone when the Zone
Omit is auto-cleared you will get an immediate alarm.
Zone Omit
This is useful if you need to remove one or more Detection Zones on a temporary basis because
you are unable to set the system; operation is similar for both Single Area and Split systems. The
Zone Omit function can also be used to omit Zones which operate in Day or Chime mode. You
can use Zone Omit on any Zone for which you have Area Authorisation provided that the
Installation Engineer has not programmed the Zone as Non Manually Omittable (this may have
been done because that particular Zone is a vital element of the system ) or the Zone is part of
an area which is already Set (either on Guard or Chime). The Zone Omit information for a
particular Area is automatically cleared next time you open that Area.
To Omit Zones prior to setting a Guard System
Starting from the normal System Open display enter your Access Code. The display will show:-
Press [YES/OPTION]. The Text Window will change to show the Zone Omit Display:-
Press [YES/OPTION]. The display will show:-

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Split System Operation
Most users will have experience of a conventional intruder alarm system sometimes referred to as
a Single Area System which is either Set or Unset. The RS125 Split System allows up to four
separate Guard Groups (or Areas) to be Set and Unset independently; the Access Codes can be
set up with Area Authorisation Tags to restrict some users to pre-determined Areas; this affects
the operation in several respects which are detailed below:-
The System Manager will need to specify which areas are accessible to each User.
You can Part Set and Part Unset the system on a selective basis. The status displays on the
Remote Keypad show which areas are Set and Unset.
There will be Set Areas while the premises are still occupied; there is a significant False Alarm
hazard from users accidentally entering a Protected Area during the day. The system is only
Fully Set when all Areas are Set; this means that the operation of the Exit/Entry systems may
be different when the User is last to Set or first to Unset.
If a Remote Keypad is being used and a Set Area switches to Entry Mode, the Entry Mode will
take priority and all the Remote Keypads will show “Enter Code”. The current user may need
to wait after entering his own Access Code because control may need to pass to another
Remote Keypad.
There may be a Final Exit Area which provides a common access route to several Internal
Areas; these Internal Areas must all be closed before the Final Exit Area can be closed.
The last person to leave the premises may be unable to close the Final Exit Area because
another User (with a different Access Code and Area Authorisation) has failed to set an
Internal Area.
There is only one Audible Warning system common to all Areas.
A Split System with up to four separate Areas would be used in a typical commercial installation
with more than 10 Users and at least 16 detection zones.
Part and Full Set
If you use the [PART] key during setting/unsetting, the system will ask a series of questions to
ascertain which Areas you wish to Set or Unset taking into account the current Set Status of the
different Areas and your Area Authorisation.
If you use the [FULL] key during setting/unsetting, the system will assume that you want to
set/unset all Areas for which you are authorised and it will proceed accordingly. If the Entry
Timer is running, the system will unset all Areas which are covered by your Area Authorisation.
If you are unsetting from a Part Set situation you will be asked whether a Set or Unset operation
is required.
Exit Termination
If you are setting new Area(s) the system will go into Exit Mode as part of the setting procedure
for the newly selected Area(s). If the system being closed does not introduce a new Final Exit it
will use a Time Setting mode which requires no Exit Termination.
Alarm Activations
To silence an alarm enter your Access Code; the system will display a series of
messages giving details of the alarm events which occurred since the last time an
Access Code was used. You may need to call your Alarm Company or Alarm
Receiving Centre immediately.

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Chime
Chime is used to give a local audible warning from the Guard Zones in Areas which are Unset.
The Chime System may have been set up by your Alarm Company to operate on pre-selected
Guard Zones (e.g.the Door Contacts used on the Exit/Entry route). This is useful when the
premises are occupied and you wish to be notified if other persons have entered a particular
Area within the building. The system may have been programmed to automatically turn Chime
on when the system is Fully Opened. You can Set and Unset Chime yourself in individual
Areas subject to your Area Authorisation and you can use Zone Omit to temporarily exclude
Zones from the Chime system. In a Split System it is possible to have some Areas operating in
Chime mode while other Areas are Set.
Setting Chime when no Areas are Set
To set Chime Mode starting with:-
Enter your Access Code. The display will read:-
Press the [0/CHIME] key. The display will read:-
This indicates which areas are set to Chime.
Proceed as above until you have covered all available Areas; the display will then read:-
Setting Chime when some Areas are Set
If you have a Split system which is Part Set the display will be of the form:-
Answer using the [YES/OPTIONS] or [NO/QUIT] keys. Continue until you have covered all
available Areas; the display will then read:-

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Or:-
Setting Chime when some Areas are Set (continued)
The display will now be of the form:-
Areas in CAPITALS are set as a Guard system which will produce an Intruder Alarm.
Areas in lower case are set as a Chime system which will produce a Chime Alarm.
Unsetting Chime
If you have set Chime mode you will find that this is automatically cleared next time the system is
Set; however you may wish to change the existing settings without changing the Guard system. To
do this starting with:-
Enter your Access Code. The display will read:-
Press the [0/CHIME] key. It may be that not all chime areas are set, in that case the display will read:-
Continue with the dialogue using the [YES/OPTIONS] or [NO/QUIT] keys until you have covered
all available areas; the display will then read:-
Or:-

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Programming
Introduction
During programming the Remote Keypad keys are used for entering data and moving round the
different sections of the User Menu shown on Page 4.
Use the [YES/OPTION] key to accept a displayed option and to access a set of sub-menus from
the User Menu. The [YES/OPTION] key is also used as an Enter key for new data (e.g. a new
Access Code) which you have just entered into the display.
Use the [NO/QUIT] key to refuse a displayed option or to quit the present Menu and exit to the
previous menu selection. The [NO/QUIT] key also provides the Abandon Edits function; this
discards the current data entry leaving the previous data intact.
Use the numeric keys to enter time, date, Access Codes etc. When a number is entered you may
need to use leading zeros to ensure that all data fields are correct (e.g. to set the Time and Date
to 8 am on January 1st 1966 you will need to enter 0800010196).
Programming Text
The RS125 contains a Text Editor which operates on a 12 character text field. The System
Manager can incorporate Zone Names, Area Names and User Names into the Text Window
display.This makes the system easier to use (e.g. when identifying Setting Faults).
The Text Editor uses the keypad in a similar manner to that on a portable phone; each Numeric
key can be used to scroll round several letters to give access to a complete alphabet as shown in
the diagram opposite. The Function Keys are used to control the Cursor and to load and save
Text. The Text Editor maintains a separate Text Buffer, this is very useful for carrying text over
from one entry to the next.
Function Keys
[YES/OPTION] (Enter) Accepts the character at the cursor and moves the cursor one
space to the right. If the cursor is positioned over the last
character, pressing Yes (Enter) returns the cursor the extreme left
of the text editing line.
[NO/QUIT] (Abandon Edits) Exits from the Text Editor without saving the text.
[SCROLL UP](Insert space) Inserts a space at the cursor and moves the character at the
cursor, and those to the right of the cursor, one space to the right.
If any character is moved off the display it is lost.
[SCROLL DOWN] (Delete) Deletes the character at the cursor, and moves all characters to
the right of the cursor, one space to the left filling the space left by
the deleted character.
[FULL] (Save) Saves the entered text and moves on to the next entry or exits
from the present menu. Use this key when you have completed the
line of text.
[PART] (Load from Buffer) Loads the Text Buffer containing the last saved text into the
current text line.
To change a character, position the Cursor over the character and use a numeric key to overtype
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Programming Text Example
Programming the word “HALL” on a blank text line.
Enter “H” by repeatedly pressing the [3] key until “H” is displayed; if it is missed just keep
pressing the key. Accept the “H” by pressing the [YES/OPTION] key; the cursor will move to
the next character position.
Enter “A” using the [1] key and accept using the [YES/OPTION] key; use the [4] key to provide
the “LL”. Remember to press [YES/OPTION] after each character is programmed.
The word “HALL” should be displayed. Press [FULL]; the text will be saved and an edit line will
be displayed for naming the next zone.
The next zone is to be named “REAR HALL”.
The Text Buffer is holding the previous entry “HALL”; this can be recalled to assist in naming
this zone.
Press the [PART] key. “HALL” will be displayed. Press [SCROLL UP] five times. This moves
“HALL” five spaces to the right leaving room to enter the word “REAR” and includes an extra
space to separate the two words.
Enter “REAR” using the method previously described remembering to press [YES/OPTION]
after each character is entered.
The display reads “REAR HALL”. Press [FULL] to save the zone name.

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Code Manager
Introduction
The Code Manager can be used to add, remove or modifiy Access Codes on the Code List using
a step by step procedure illustrated on the Flow Chart opposite. The Access Codes are either all
4-Digit or all 6-Digit as set by your Alarm Company. If you have a JSB Security Printer you can
also print a list of users showing the Code Properties and Names for each user.
Selecting the Code
Starting with “4 - CODE MANAGER “ press [YES/OPTION]; to display “1-CODE EDITOR”.
Press [YES/OPTION] again, the display will now change to “SELECT CODE”, this allows you to
review the Code List using the [SCROLL] keys and select the ID number of the Access Code
requiring editing or deleting. Alternatively you can jump directly to a user number by entering the
2 digit User ID using the numeric keys. To set up a new code or modify an existing one select the
ID number between 01 & 99 and press [YES/OPTION]; the display will change to the Code
Properties screen which is explained below.
Code Properties
The screen allows you to set up the following properties for each Access Code:-
Valid/Void. This can be toggled using Numeric key 1. Use this when you want to keep the
Access Code on the Code List but wish to temporarily prevent it from being used.
Use of a VOID code will produce an entry in the Event Log.
Code Type. Use the Scroll Keys to select the type you require.
Area Use [0/CHIME] key to select one of 16 possible Area Combinations to determine
the Area Authorisation for that user. Users who share a common Final Exit will
probably need Access to that area.
A Null Area setting is equivalent to a Void code.
When you have obtained the correct Code Properties press [YES/OPTION]; the display will
proceed to the Code Enter screen. If the code is already in place you can use [NO/QUIT] to
return to the “SELECT CODE” display. The Master Access Code has the reserved ID number
zero, zero. (00); the Code Properties of the Master Code are fixed so the display will go direct to
the Code Enter screen.
Changing Codes and Code Text
The Code Enter screen allows you to enter a code using the Numeric keys and press
[YES/OPTION] when it is correctly displayed. The code is tested against all the other user codes;
if a duplicate is found “TRY ANOTHER CODE” will be displayed. Enter a different code number
and press [YES/OPTION] again. After the code has been accepted the bottom line of the display
will blank and show a cursor ready for text entry. This may be left blank by pressing the [FULL]
key but it is preferable to programme a name to be associated with the code using the Text
Editor. When the code holder’s name is correctly displayed press the [FULL] key. The display will
revert to the “SELECT CODE” display and another code may be programmed/edited or deleted.
Press [NO/QUIT] to exit from the Code Manager programme.
Deleting Codes
To delete a code select the Code Properties screen and set the Code Type to EMPTY. Press
[YES/OPTION] to remove the Access Code from the Code List.

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Naming Zones and Areas
You can use the Text Editor to enter new text or modify existing text using the step by step
procedure illustrated on the Flow Chart below. Start from User Menu “5-ZONE NAMES” and
press [YES/OPTIONS] to display the Editing Selection menu. Enter [1] for the Area Name List
and [2] for the Zone Name List; option [3] will skip over if the printer is not available.
Area Names
The first valid Area Name field will be presented with a Text Cursor. Use the Text Editor to
modify the text to meet your requirements then press [FULL]. The display will then progress to
the next valid Area; continue until all valid Area Name Fields have been edited. The last [FULL]
operation will automatically return you to the Editing Selection menu.
Zone Names
The Zone Selection display allows you to select a Zone Block using the [SCROLL] keys. Select
an individual Zone using a Numeric key; this will bring you into the Zone Name Editing menu.
A valid Zone Name field will be presented with a Text Cursor. Use the Text Editor to modify
the text to meet your requirements then press [FULL]. The display will automatically advance to
the next valid Zone Name. Use [NO/QUIT] to return to the Zone Selection Menu and
[NO/QUIT] to exit.
Printer
All Zone and Area Names will be printed. When printing is completed the program will
automatically exit. You can abandon printing or editing by using the [NO/QUIT] key.