LifeShield Home Security User manual

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SECURITY

System
Components
HANDSET
(Step
2)
BASE
(Step
1)
SENSOR/MAGNET
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,-
GRID
EXTENDER
(GX)*
(Step
4)
KEYCHAIN
REMOTE
*
CONSOLE
(Step
3)
*Home
Kit
Only

NOW
IS A
GOOD
TIME
TO
PLAN
YOUR
COMPONENT PLACEMENT
Component
Placement
Suggestions:
The
LifeShield home security system you are about
to
install is wireless.
To
maximize wireless coverage. plan
to
place the Base. Console and Grid Extender components throughout your home. Ideally. these components
will
be
in
different rooms
on
interior walls. Akey consideration is making sure that all Sensors are within approximately
30
feet
of one
or
more of these components.
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Communication
Connections:
Internet
The
Base connects the system to the Internet. Your Internet
connection is likely located where your Modem/Router is
placed.
The
Internet enables remote access
to
your system
from LifeShield.com.
If
you
subscribe to alarm monitoring
service. the Internet is also the primary communication for
reporting alarms
to
the alarm monitoring center.
HANDSET
Phone
Line
Back
Up
(Optional)
Ifyou subscribe
to
aphone service. the phone line enables the phone
functions
on
your LifeShield system.
It
also serves
as
abackup
method for sending alarms if you are professionally monitored. For
your convenience. the phone line connection can
be
on
the Base.
Console
or
Grid
Extender.
If
the phone
wall
jack is being used
by
an
existing phone. a
2-1
adapter (phone splitter) is required.
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Internet
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Base
Underside
Connect
Base
Connects
your
LifeShield
system
to
the
Internet
Connect
Handset
Provides
security
and
telephone
control
throughout
the
home
ALocate
Base
near Modem/Router
BConnect battery (match red/black polarity)
cConnect power cord
D
Connect
Internet Cable from
Base
to
Modem/Router (larger plug)
Optional, Connect aphone cord from
the
Base
to
the phone wall
jack'
If the phone wall jack is currently
being used. install a
2-1
phone
splitter/adapter
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IS
NOT
AVAJlABI..E
NEAR
BASE
LOCAllON.
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CAN
CONNECT
A
PHONE
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TO
THE
CONSOLE
OR
GRID
EXTENDER.
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2
•
ALocate HandseVCharger for easy access. perhaps next
to
your bed
BConnect battery (match red/black polarity) 8
cConnect power cord
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at
least
30
minutes
before starting Step 5'
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Connect
Console
Controls
security
and
telephone
functions
Table
Stand
B
Console
Back
View
A
Locate
Console
near frequently used
door.
ideally
in
different
room
than Base
B
Connect
battery (match red/black
polarity)
c
Connect
power
cord
on
back
of
Console
o
Route
power
cord
up
through channel
For
table-top placement. snap stand
into
Console'
F
Plug
power
cord
into
wall
outlet
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OPTIONAL
ACCESSORY
INCLUDED
IN
HOME
KIT
Connect
Grid
Extender
(GX)
Extends
the
security
coverage
area
A
Locate
Grid
Extender
in
different
room
than
Console
and Base
for
maximum wireless coverage.
ideally
on
interior wall'
B
Connect
battery (match red/black
polarity)
c
Plug
Grid
Extender
into
wall
outlet
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OF
THE
GRID
EXTENDER
IS
MORE
FlEXIBlE
THAN
THE
BASE
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Open
Door
•When adoor or window is closed. the Sensor and Magnet
must
be
within
3/4"
of each other
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to
chime
or
alarm
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Door
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Sensors and Magnets create security for doors and windows.
Sensors
IMPORTANT,
DO
NOT
ASSEMBLE
ANY
OF
THE
SENSOR
PIECES
UNTIL
INSTRUCTED.
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Bracket
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(optional
use)
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5a
Mount
Bracket
&
Magnet
ASeled door or window that you want to monitor
BWith Bracket and Magnet
in
hand, select alocation
on
the door
or
window for mounting'
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A
Door Mounting
Magnet
Double-Hung
Window
DD
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Window Mounting
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DOOR
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2,
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Level
Orientation
Angled
Orientation
Perpendicular
Orientation
Perpendicular
Orientation
cVarious orientations between the Bracket and Magnet may
be
used as long
as
3/4-
distance is not
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Example in Figures 1-4
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Once
you
have
determined the appropriate location and orientation for the Bracket
and Magnet. attach them with double-sided tape
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SPACERS
IN
BOTTOM
TRAY
MAY
BE
USED
ON
THE
BRACKET
OR
MAGNET
TO
ADJUST
ALIGNMENT
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5b
Place
&
Program
Sensor
IMPORTANT:
IF
YOU
HAVE
CLIPPED
THE
SENSOR
INTO
THE
BRACKET
PLEASE
SEE
"RESET
INSTRUCTIONS"
BELOW.
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Scroll-l
Button
ARemove battery tab
Using Handset or Console:
BPress
MENU
cScroll
to
Security Setup. press
SELECT
(Scroll Button found on left side of Handset)
DEnter default Master
Code
1234
EScroll
to
Sensors. press
SELECT
F
On
<Add NeW>. press SELECT
GScroll
to
the type of Sensor (Open/Close) and press
SELECT
HWait 5seconds before clipping the Sensor into the Bracket.
You
will
then have
30
seconds
to
complete the installation. The display shows the time remaining
IClip the Sensor into the Bracket.
The
Handset
or
Console
will
beep when the system finds
the Sensor. This may take afew seconds'
JPress
OK
KEdit Sensor Name (Optional)
You
may change the name now
or
at alater time.
•
To
change the Sensor Name. press the
OELETE
key
to
remove the default name
•Using the keys
on
your
Handset keypad. type in the desired name. Press
OK
when complete
LSensor Placement: Scroll
to
Door or Window. Press
OK
M
Alarm
TYJle:
Scroll
to
Stay &Away. Away Only. or Convenience. Press
OK
Sensor Extensjon: Scroll
to
Sensor Only. Press
OK
For this step
you
will need your Handset
and
Sensor:
Testing your Sensor:
a
Test
your Sensor
by
opening the door. Correct
installation
will
generate achime. Otherwise.
see troubleshooting in User Manual
PRepeat Step Gfor additional Sensors
SENSOR
RESET
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
DISCONNEl:T
BY
SCPARAllNG
SENSOR
FROM
BRACI<ET
USING
SlOI
RE5ET
SENSOR
BY
INSERTI'lG
PAPal
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INTO
RE5ET
HOLE
Reset
Hole
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IF
THE
SYSTEM
DID
NOT
RND
THE
SENSOR
REfER
TO
SENSOR
RESET
INSTRUCOONS.
THEN
REPEAT
S1B'S
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6
Activate
Your
System
Using
PC,
A
Go
to
www.LifeShield.com
Enter
User
Name
and
Password
CClick on "Get Activation Code" and a
6-digit
code
will
be
provided
onitoring
Site
Prome
Using Handset
or
Console,
oPress MENU
E
On
Activate. press SELECT
F
Enter
Activation Code and press SENO
GUpon activation acceptance press
OK
Enter Master
Code
(Select a
new
4-digit
code used to access and control the system)
,
Re-enter
Master
Code to
confirm
J
Now
testing
communication
to
Alarm
Monitoring
Center'
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Address
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Your system is now operational. If
you
subscribe to Alarm Monitoring Service, for the next
seven days it
will
be
in anon-monitored "Practice" mode
to
allow you to become fully
acquainted with all of its features. For help. call Customer Support at 1-888-392-2044. 8

OPTIONAL
ACCESSORY:
INCLUDED
IN
HOME
KIT
Add
Keychain
Remote
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For this install step you
will
need
your
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Code
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E
On
<Add NeW>. press SELECT
Wait 5seconds
GPress
all
buttons
on
Keychain Remote at same time
Handset display
will
indicate the Keychain Remote
is found and then added. press
OK
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On
Master User. press SELECT
JScroll to Enable
or
Disable. press
SELECT
(Makes Panic operable
or
inoperable
on
Keychain Remote)
Add
Optional
Phone
Line
Backup
If you have aphone
wall
jack
near
your
Grid Extender
or
Console. aphone cord
can
be
added to each for additional phone backup.
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Using
Your
LifeShield
Security
system
Now that you have installed and activated your system. take the opportunity
to
learn
how
it can best fit your tifestyle.
We
recommend that
you
try
Arming.
Disarming. Alarming and Panicking the system. For systems that are profes-
sionally monitored this should
be
done during the "Practice" time.
EVERYDAY ARMING SCENARIOS:
Staying
Home
During
the
Day
-
Stay
Arming
Arm
the
system
using
the
STAY
key.
Asilent
Exit
Delay
and
an
audible
Entry
Delay
is
provided.
STAY
is typically
used
when
someone is staying
home
and
you
want certain Sensors
to
be
ignored
(i.e.
Motion Sensors
and
interior doors).
ARM
1.
Press
STAY
on
your
Handset
or
Console
2.
Enter
your
User
Code
3.
System
is
armed
when
the
Exit
Delay
has
expired
Leaving
Your
Home
-
Away
Arming
Arm
the
system
using
the
AWAY
key.
It will
provide
an
audible
Exit
Delay.
The
Exit
Delay
beep
will
increase
in
trequency
during
the
last
10
seconds
of
arming.
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arming
is
best
used
when
you
are
leaving
your
home
unoccupied.
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Staying
Home
for
the
Evening
-
Instant
Arming
Arm
the
system using
the
INSTANT
key.
No
Exit
or
Entry Delay is
provided with Instant arming. INSTANT
STAY
is typically used in the evening when
you are not expecting anyone to enter
your
home. Opening adoor when
armed
INSTANT
will
generate an
alarm
immediately.
ARM
1.
Press
INSTANT
on
your Handset or Console
2.
Enter your User
Code
DISARMING YOUR SYSTEM
DISARM
1.
Press
CANCEUOFF
on
your Handset or Console
2.
Enter your User
Code
NOTE,
To
cancel
an
alarm. follow
the
above disarm instructions.
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PANIC ALARM
For
Alarm
Monitoring subscribers. the
Alarm
Monitoring Center
will
not call to verify aPANIC
alarm.
but
will
immediately
call
the authorities
and there may not be an opportunity to cancel the dispatch. For Personal
Monitoring subscribers. the PANIC key
will
only generate alocal
alarm
and
there
will
be no emergency dispatch.
ALARM
1.
On
the Handset
or
Console. press and hold PANIC for 2
seconds (if enabled)
2.
Select Police. Medical
or
Fire (Alarm Monitoring Subscribers
Only,
If
no
selection
is
made. Police will
be
default selection)
On
the Keychain Remote,
if
PANIC is enabled, press
STAY
and
AWAY
at the same
time
when near
your
home and the
alarm
will
sound.
An
alarm generated
by
pressing the
PANIC
button
on
your LifeShield home security system
will send amessage
to
the Alarm Monitoring
Center
to
contact the authorities without making
acall to
you
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REMOTE ARMING/DISARMING OF YOUR SYSTEM
There
are
many
ways
to
remotely arm or disarm
your
system.
•
Keychain
Remote
-
from
the
exterior
of
your
home
•
Remote
Dial-In -
from
any
touch-tone
phone.
anywhere
in
the
world
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from
acomputer with
broadband
Intemet
access
•
Mobile
liteShield -
from
a
mobile
phone
or
PDA
Keychain
Remote
Disarm
your
system
before
you
enter your
home.
or
arm
your
system
as
you
close
the
door
behind
you
using
your
Keychain
Remote.
It
works
from
within
15
feet
ot
your
door.
and
does
not
require a
User
Code.
ARM
1.
Press
STAY
or
AWAY
on
Keychain
Remote
2.
The
system
will
respond
with
alight blink
and
beep.
letting
you
know
the
system
is
armed
DISARM
1.
Press
OFF
to
disarm
the
system
betore
entering
2.
The
system
will
respond
with
alight blink
and
beep.
letting
you
know
the
system
is
disarmed
Remote
Dial-in
From
anywhere.
on
any
touch-tone
phone.
remotely
arm
or
disarm
your
system.
ARM/DISARM
1.
Dial
your
home
phone
number
2.
When
answered
by
LifeShield system.
press
STAR
(')
3.
Enter
User
Code
4.
Press
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system
access
a.
To
Arm
Stay.
select
1
b.
To
Arm
Away.
select
2
c.
To
Disarm.
select
4
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13
LIFESHIELD.COM
ARMING
AND
DISARMING
From
a
PC
that
has
broadband
Internet
access
you
can
go
to
LiteShield.com.
anywhere
and
anytime.
and
arm
or
disarm
your
system.
ARM
1.
Login
to
LiteShield.com
2.
Enter
User
Name
and
Password
3.
Click
Arm
Stay
or Arm
Away
or
Arm
Inst
Stay
4.
Click
Enter
DISARM
1.
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When
arming
remotely.
either
through
www.LiteShield.com
or
dial-in.
the
system
will
arm
immediately
with
no
exit
delay.
For
help,
call
Customer
Support
at
1-888-392-2044

FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
3D-Day
Return
Policy
This
policy
applies
to
purchases
made
directly
from
www.UfeShield.com
only.
Purchases
made
from
a
retailer
or
partner
company
must
be
returned
to
the
original
seller,
in
accordance
with
the
seller's
return
policy.
LifeShield
will
refund
your
purchase
amount,
minus
original
shipping
charges,
for
returns
made
within
30
days
of
the
original
date
on
your
receipt.
Contact
LifeShield
Customer
Support
at
1-888-392-2044
to
receive
a
Return
Merchandise
Authorization
(RMA)
number.
Include
the
RMA
number
on
the
return
package
label.
Return
your
item(s)
in
new
condition
(including
all
parts
and
manuals)
in
the
original
packaging,
along
with
a
copy
of
your
purchase
receipt.
Incomplete
return
shipments
will
not
be
eligible
for
refund.
No
returns
will
be
accepted
without
an
RMA
number.
service
Billing
Policy
Service
billing
starts
30
days
after
your
purchase,
and
continues
automatically
monthly
after
that.
The
first
30
days
of
service
are
free
so
that
you
can
try
LifeShield's
products
and
services
risk
free.
This
coincides
with
LifeShield's
30
day
return
policy
that
allows
you
to
return
your
purchase
within
30
days
without
obligation.
1.
Do
I
have
to
purchase
service
with
my
LifeShield
system?
Yes.
The
LifeShield
system
will
not
operate
without
monitoring
service.
UfeShield
offers
several
service
plans,
induding
alarm
monitoring,
personal
monitoring,
and
family
share
monitoring.
2.
How
do
I
cancel
service?
Service
may
be
cancelled
by
calling
LifeShield
Support
at
1-888-392-2044.
service
may
not
be
cancelled
via
email.
3.
Is
there
an
ear1y
tennination
fee
if
I
cancel
service?
Your
contract
terms
are
set
at
the
time
of
purchase,
and
vary
from
time
to
time.
If
your
purchase
includes
a
contract
term,
that
will
be
listed
on
your
order
receipt.
If
you
purchase
with
a
term
contract,
and
cancel
after
the
required
minimum
term,
there
is
no
early
termination
fee.
If
you
purchase
with
a
term
contract,
and
cancel
during
the
required
minimum
term,
there
is
an
early
termination
fee.
4.
Can
I
operate
the
system
without
a
broadband
connection?
No.
The
LifeShield
system
requires
a
broadband
connection
to
set
up
and
use.
If
your
broadband
connection
is
temporarily
out,
the
system
will
continue
to
operate,
however
it
will
be
incapable
of
connecting
to
and
communicating
with
the
outside
world.
Advanced
features,
such
as
LifeShield
HomeView
cameras,
will
not
operate
without
a
broadband
connection.
Broadband
outages
are
considered
a
trouble
condition
that
will
generate
alerts.
5.
Is
a
telephone
line
reqUired?
No.
The
LifeShield
system
only
requires
a
broadband
connection.
Telephone
lines
are
optional.
If
you
do
not
use
a
telephone
line,
you
must
change
a
system
setting
in
My
LifeShield
so
the
system
does
not
expect
normal
telephone
line
signals.
LifeShield
recommends
a
telephone
line
for
the
voice
functionality
of
the
cordless
Handset
or
Console
and
redundant
back-up
communications
to
the
monitoring
center
should
there
be
an
interruption
to
your
broadband
connection.
6.
What
ifI
have
VolP?
LifeShield
is
VolP
compatible.
Your
VolP
modem
telephone
line
can
plug
into
your
LifeShield
system.
7.
What
ifI
have
DSL?
LifeShield
is
OSL
compatible.
An
Ethernet
cable
may
be
connected
between
your
LifeShield
system
and
your
home
router,
which
in
tum
connects
to
your
OSL
modem.
A
telephone
cord
may
then
be
connected
between
a
telephone
jack
in
your
home
and
your
LifeShield
system,
so
long
as
a
OSL
filter
is
installed
into
this
connection.
A
OSL
filter
allows
you
to
use
the
cordless
Handset
or
Console
by
preventing
static
from
your
OSL.
NOTE:
If
you
have
OSL,
you
should
use
a
OSL
filter
on
all
of
your
home
telephones
to
prevent
this
type
of
interference.
8.
Is
there
interference
with
other
RF
products
like
my
wireless
network
(Wi-R)?
LifeShield
uses
advanced
radio
frequency
technology
to
avoid
interference
with
other
devices.
9.
What
if
there
is
no
telephone
line
near
my
broadband
connection?
The
LifeShield
system
can
be
connected
to
the
telephone
line
from
the
Base,
Grid
Extender,
or
Console.
Therefore,
it
is
not
required
to
have
a
telephone
line
near
your
broadband
connection.
10.
Are
there
special
licenses
needed
to
install
a
security
system?
No
special
licenses
are
required
to
install
a
system
in
your
home.
However,
some
municipalities
reqUire
a
monitoring
permit
for
policelfire
dispatch.
LifeShield
can
help
you
navigate
the
process.
11.
How
many
Handsets,
Consoles,
and
Grid
Extenders
can
I
have
in
my
system?
The
system
supports
one
Base
and
up
to
6
Handsets,
4
Consoles,
and/or
4
Grid
Extenders.
The
total
number
of
all
devices
in
the
system
(any
combination)
is
no
more
than
nine
(9).
12.
Where
are
the
best
places
to
install
each
of
the
grid
controllers?
In
general,
it
is
best
to
install
grid
controllers
evenly
throughout
the
house.
This
provides
for
the
widest
coverage
area.
13.
How
many
sensors
can
I
have
in
my
system?
The
LifeShield
system
can
support
the
use
of
up
to
fifty
(50)
sensors
of
any
type.
14

This
guide will walk you through the set
up
of
your
LifeShield
security system step
by
step.
You
will
find
all the components
necessary
for
setup
in
either the
Horne
Kit
or
the Essential
Kit.
~
Base (Horne
and
Essential
Kit,
Step
1)
Handset and
Charger
(Home
and
Essential
Kit)
Step
2)
Console (Home
and
Essential
Kit)
Step
3)
Q
Grid
Extender (Home Kit only) Step
4)
~~
Sensors (Home
and
Essential
Kit)
Step
sa
and
Sb)
~
LiteS
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SECURITY
©2010 LifeShield Inc. All
rights
reserved. LifeShield
is
a
registered
trademark
of
LifeShield Inc.

User Manual

Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
[www.LifeShield.com] [ii]
When using this system, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
1. Read and understand Quick Setup Guide and User Manual instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the individual components provided in the system.
3. Unplug individual components from AC outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use individual components near water (such as sinks, bathtubs or swimming pools).
5. Place individual components securely on stable surface.
6. Do not cover slots and openings on any of the individual system components. They are provided for ventilation to reduce overheating, and as audio sirens to
alert you of an alarm.
7. Use only power source marked on system components. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your local power company.
8. Do not place objects on the power cord. Install the system components where no one can trip on the cords.
9. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
10. Never push any objects through slots in system components. This may result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill any liquid on any of the
system components.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, do not disassemble any components provided in the system. If you are having a problem, please call
LifeShield Customer Support.
12. Unplug the system components from the wall outlet and call Customer Support when the following conditions occur:
A. When power supply cord or plug is damaged or worn.
B. If liquid has been spilled on a component.
C. If a component has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If a component has been dropped or physically damaged.
E. If a component exibits a distinct change in performance.
13. During thunderstorms, avoid using telephone except cordless types. Use a surge protector to protect equipment.
14. Do not use these components to report a gas leak when in the vicinity of the leak.
Battery Safety Instructions:
To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions.
1. Use only the battery(ies) specified. There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery(ies) with the incorrect battery type.
2. Rechargeable batteries must be disposed of properly and may need to be recycled. Check with local waste mangement codes for special disposal instructions.
3. Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate or puncture the battery(ies). The battery(ies) contain toxic material that could be released, resulting in injury.
4. Exercise care in handling battery(ies) in order not to short the battery(ies) to conductive material.
5. Charge the battery(ies) provided with, or identified for use with, the system components only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in
this manual.

List of Contents
LIST OF CONTENTS [www.LifeShield.com]
[iii]
LifeShield Home Security Introduction.................................................................................................................................................1
Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................................1
Features...............................................................................................................................................................................................2
Displays and Menus ...........................................................................................................................................................................3
LifeShield.com .....................................................................................................................................................................................5
Alarm Monitoring................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installing Your Security System ............................................................................................................................................................9
Installing the Base ..............................................................................................................................................................................9
Installing the Handset......................................................................................................................................................................11
Installing the Console.......................................................................................................................................................................14
Installing the Grid Extender ............................................................................................................................................................19
Installing the Sensor.........................................................................................................................................................................21
Installing the Keychain Remote.......................................................................................................................................................25
Installing the Siren Detector ............................................................................................................................................................27
Installing the Motion Sensor............................................................................................................................................................32
Installing the Glassbreak Sensor.....................................................................................................................................................33
Installing the Smoke Sensor.............................................................................................................................................................34
Installing the Flood (Water) and Temperature Sensor ..................................................................................................................35
Installing the Camera .......................................................................................................................................................................38
Using Your Security System .................................................................................................................................................................41
Base Controls and Functions ...........................................................................................................................................................42
Console Controls and Functions......................................................................................................................................................43
Grid Extender Controls and Functions ...........................................................................................................................................44
Handset Controls and Functions.....................................................................................................................................................45
Keychain Controls and Functions....................................................................................................................................................46
Sensor Controls and Functions........................................................................................................................................................47
Arm Modes ........................................................................................................................................................................................48
Arming/Disarming Your System ......................................................................................................................................................49
Bypassing Sensors ............................................................................................................................................................................51
Exit Delays.........................................................................................................................................................................................52
Entry Delays ......................................................................................................................................................................................53
Exit and Entry Delay Tones/Alarms................................................................................................................................................54
Panic Alarms .....................................................................................................................................................................................55
Chime.................................................................................................................................................................................................57
User Codes ........................................................................................................................................................................................58
Suppressing Trouble Sounds ...........................................................................................................................................................61
Event Log/Network Configuration..................................................................................................................................................62

List of Contents
LIST OF CONTENTS
[www.LifeShield.com] [iv]
Home Connect...................................................................................................................................................................................63
Notifications ......................................................................................................................................................................................65
Home Alerts/Weather Updates .......................................................................................................................................................68
Using Your Telephone System..............................................................................................................................................................69
Controls and Functions ....................................................................................................................................................................70
Telephone Operations ......................................................................................................................................................................72
Phone Book Operations ....................................................................................................................................................................78
Answering System Operation..........................................................................................................................................................81
Privacy/Do Not Disturb (DND) .........................................................................................................................................................87
Setting Up an Intercom Session.......................................................................................................................................................88
Setting Up Room Monitoring ...........................................................................................................................................................89
Enable Remote Access/Use Remote Access ..................................................................................................................................90
Supplemental Information....................................................................................................................................................................91
Expand Your System.........................................................................................................................................................................91
Glossary .............................................................................................................................................................................................92
General Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................................................95
System Messages ...........................................................................................................................................................................102
Precautions & Warnings/Warranty ...............................................................................................................................................105
Contact Information........................................................................................................................................................................108
Index ................................................................................................................................................................................................109
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