Ness Guardpost Assembly instructions

WIRELESS SECURITY SYSTEM
WITH GSM MONITORING
& TWO WAY VOICE
THE WORLD’S SMARTEST WIRELESS INTRUDER ALARM SYSTEM
Guardpost
Installation & Programming Manual
Rev 1.2

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Ness reserves the right to make changes to features and specifications at any time without prior notification in the interest of ongoing
product development and improvement.
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WARNINGS & NOTICES
Ness Corporation manufacturing processes are accredited to ISO9001 quality standards and all possible care and diligence has been
applied during manufacture to ensure the reliable operation of this product. However there are various external factors that may impede
or restrict the operation of this product in accordance with the product’s specification.
These factors include, but are not limited to:
1. Erratic or reduced radio range (if radio accessories are installed). Ness radio products are sophisticated low power devices, however
the presence of in-band radio signals, high power transmissions or interference caused by electrical appliances such as Mains
Inverters, Wireless Routers, Cordless Phones, Computers, TVs and other electronic devices may reduce radio range performance.
While such occurrences are unusual, they are possible. In this case it may be necessary to either increase the physical separation
between the Ness receiver and other devices or if possible change the radio frequency or channel of the other devices.
2. Unauthorised tampering, physical damage, electrical interruptions such as mains failure, electrical spikes or lightning.
3. Solar power inverters are a known source of electrical interference. Please ensure that this product and all associated cabling is
installed at least 3 metres away from a solar power inverter and its cabling.
WARNING: Installation and maintenance to be performed only by qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Guardpost Installation & Programming Manual
Rev1.2 May 2012
Document Part No: 890-337
This document is for use with
Guardpost / SecurityGuard III models
shown.
Features and options not supported by
some models can be ignored during
programming and operation.
Radio Frrequency Language Radio Keys Supplied Listen-in Dialler SMS Send SMS Receive Radio Siren support Solar Charging support Ness SIM Card supplied Two Way Voice Audible Monitoring
100-275 Securityguard III GSM C-Protocol 304MHz English RK3 84444888
100-281 Securityguard III GSM N-Protocol 304MHz English RK3 84444888
106-285 Ness Guardpost TWV No SIM 304MHz English RK4 44444844
106-286 Ness Guardpost TWV with SIM 304MHz English RK4 44444444
100-279 Securityguard III GSM Europe 868MHz English RK4 44444844
101-425 Securityguard III GSM TWV Portugal 868MHz Portugese RK4 44444844
106-298 Securityguard III GSM TWV Italy 868MHz Italian RK4 44444844

Guardpost Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Compatibility ...................................................................4
Introduction ....................................................................4
Product Overview ...............................................................5
Installation .....................................................................6
Wiring ........................................................................6
SIM Card Installation .............................................................7
Startup........................................................................8
Radio Keys ....................................................................8
User Operation .................................................................9
Arm/Disarm By SMS ............................................................10
Device Allocation ...............................................................11
Front Panel Control Buttons ......................................................11
Main Motion Detector ...........................................................11
Alarm Displays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
System Displays ...............................................................13
Event Log ....................................................................13
Power Management ............................................................14
Solar Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Programming...............................................................15-17
Programming Options ........................................................18-25
Programming Options Summary ...................................................25
Programming by SMS ........................................................26-28
Central Station Reporting operation ................................................29
SMS Reporting operation ........................................................30
Audible Reporting operation ......................................................31
TWO-WAY-VOICE MONITORING..................................................32
Radio Siren option..............................................................33
Dialler Listen-IN Function ........................................................33
Dialler Swinger Shutdown ........................................................33
Troubleshooting................................................................34
Specications .................................................................35
CONTENTS

4Ness Guardpost Installation & Programming
Guardpost is a fully self contained security system including an
on-board motion sensor, loud siren, and wireless receiver for
remote sensors and Arm/Disarm radio keys.
Guardpost’s sophisticated power management options allow it
to run off internal power for up to four months or even run on
solar cells allowing it to be installed in almost any type of xed
or portable application.
Guardpost’s onboard GSM dialler gives it complete
independence from landlines and allows reporting in Contact ID
format back to base, audible voice reporting to any telephone,
SMS reporting to mobile phones, SMS arming/arming/
programming and even Two Way Voice communications for
alarm verication and user safety.
Guardpost not only visually reports all events to the user via its
large, bright alphanumeric display, it actually speaks to the user
to report events and advises on the action to take.
Guardpost uses the latest microprocessor technology ensuring
the highest level of security and dependability. The wireless
radio keys utilise proprietary encryption algorithms for highest
security.
Detection devices such as wireless passive infrared detectors
and wireless reed switches also offer a high level of security
through the use of programmable supervision techniques and
constant monitoring of their battery condition.
Guardpost also helps resolve the growing issue of manpower
when it comes to installation. Minimal programming is required
allowing a comprehensive system to be installed in under one
hour and a basic system in minutes.
Guardpost is made in Australia by Ness Corporation to world
class standards using the latest surface mount technology
and state of the art in-circuit probe testers, together with
strict process controls and adherence to an ISO9001 Quality
Assurance Program, ensuring a quality product and a long
service life.
INTRODUCTION
GUARDPOST FEATURES
• GSMdiallerwithSMS/Audio/ContactID
reporting
• Two-Way-Voicemonitoringandremotearm/
disarm
• SMSremotearm/disarm
• SMSremoteprogramming
• OnboardPIRfor15mx15mcoverageplus
optional external devices
• Supportsupto24supervisedand
encrypted radio devices
• SupportsNessradioPIRs,radioreed
switches, radio doorbell transmitter, radio
smoke detector, radio keys, radio siren
• Doorbellchimefunction(requiresoptional
doorbell transmitter)
• OnboardsupportforNessRadioSirens
• ScrollingLEDdisplayforeasytoreadvisual
display
• Voiceannunciationforstatus,events&user
instructions
• DualHomemodesforzonedarming
• Strobelightdifferentiationforarm/disarm
• Onboard124dBMsirenforanextraloud
audible deterrent
• Extensiveeventmemoryaccessedviathe
scrolling LED display
• Frontpanelpush-buttonadjustmentfor
voice & internal beeps volume control
• Sophisticatedpowermanagementfor
long battery life
• Upto4monthsoperationoninternalpower
• Solarcellchargingsupport
• Proprietaryencryptionalgorithmfor
secure comms between radio devices and
Guardpost
• RadioJamming/RadioSubstitution
detection
• Auxiliaryoutputsforoptionalexternalsirens
and strobe
Guardpost is compatible with all Ness radio transmitters.
COMPATIBILITY

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Onboard siren / Speaker
Siren and spoken voice prompts.
Scrolling LED Display.
“OK” LED. One flash every 5 sec indicates normal
operation. Also used for walk-testing the onboard PIR
in program mode.
Front panel control buttons
Rechargeable internal Main Battery.
PIR Motion Sensor 15m range.
GSM SIM Card access panel (rear)
Over-ride keyswitch.
Microphone for Two Way Voice
Charging socket
Guardpost is supplied with:
2 x Radio keys (Some models are supplied with 3 button radio keys)
2 x Over-ride keys
1 x 17VAC Plug Pack
2 x 3k3 resistors
1 x Wire loom & installation kit
1 x Ness SIM Card (some models)
Keys are stored in the
compartment behind the
display cover.
GSM Dialler

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SGIII TWV Wiring
Applicable to SecurityGuard III / Guardpost Two Way Voice models
8 Ohm Horn Speaker
max. 1
12V Internal Screamer
max. 1
www.ness.com.au
12V Strobe Light
max. 2 (2A total)
Blue
White
J3
1Tamper+
0V
AUX –
Ext Siren –
SIR+/AUX+/STR+
Strobe –
2
3
4
5
6
Black
Yellow 3k3 resistor
End of Line resistor and Normally Closed
tamper switch inside siren cover
Red
Red
Red
Green
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system in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of Ness.
Ness reserves the right to make changes to features and specications at any time without prior notica-
tion in the interest of ongoing product development and improvement.
© 2011 Ness Corporation ABN 28 069 984 372
Wire loom exits at rear of
the Guardpost housing
The front cover forms a secure clamshell when Guardpost is installed. The unit must be removed from
the wall before attempting to remove the front cover.
Screw mounting holes are provided for either at wall mounting or corner mounting.
Guardpost should be mounted in a position which provides a clear eld of view for the onboard PIR.
Wiring diagram for connecting optional external sirens and strobe.
Pull forward at the top
to remove the speaker
grille.
Pull sides to remove the
display cover.
INSTALLATION
WIRING
FLYING LEADS
Red AC Optional External 17VAC power input
and solar power input
Red AC
Mounting holes (4)
are located behind
the speaker grille and
display cover.

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Your Guardpost may be supplied with a factory-tted Ness GSM SIM card or install your own standard
SIM card as shown below.
Ness SIM cards are ready for use immediately. If using a third party SIM card ensure that it’s not PIN
locked.
The SIM access panel is on
the rear of the Guardpost.
Remove the lock screw to
open the access panel.
The GSM comms status LED, located in the SIM access panel, can be used to diagnose GSM network issues.
Insert the SIM card as shown
then secure the access panel.
GSM status LED
SIM CARD INSTALLATION
GSM STATUS LED
1 2
1. Insert the SIM card.
Note the position of the notch.
3. Slide forward to lock.
2. Close the SIM holder.
LED OFF GSM dialler disabled
One ash per second GSM network is not active
One ash every 3 seconds GSM network OK

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After mounting the Guardpost,
plug in the AC plug pack for
24hours to fully charge the
onboard battery.
To power-up the unit, turn the main
keyswitch clockwise to the ON
position.
The display will show the
rmware revision number.
When the unit is powered-up it
briey allows entry into PROGRAM
mode. See page 15.
Guardpost then enters the previous operational mode.
If the unit was in ARMED, HOME, or HOME 2 mode, it will show the mode on
the display for 30 seconds. During this period triggers from the main PIR are
ignored, allowing it time to settle.
Then the unit resumes normal operation in the mode displayed. This process
will occur silently, without the usual arming sounds.
STARTUP
v2.5
Learn OFF
Your Guardpost may be supplied with 3 button or 4 button radio keys,
depending on the model.
The operation of the OFF, ON and PANIC buttons is the same for either
radio key.
The 4 button radio key has an additional AUX button which is designed
for use with the optional 100-099 AUX Receiver for home automation
functions such as lighting control or operating motorised garage doors.
RADIO KEYS
OFF
OFF
AUX
ON
ON
PANIC/
DURESS
PANIC/
DURESS OPTIONAL AUX RECEIVER
Relay output to:
- Garage door controller
- Lighting
- Sprinkler systems
- Almost any electrical device

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The system can be in one of four user modes, DISARMED, HOME, HOME 2 and ARMED.
From the DISARMED mode, an ON press enters ARMED mode, a second ON press enters HOME mode,
and a third ON press enters HOME 2 mode (provided devices are programmed for these modes), as detailed
in the following sections.
USER OPERATION
DISPLAYS AND AUDIBLE FEEDBACK
SCROLLING
DISPLAY
ARMED
Displayed for the
duration of exit delay.
HOME
Displayed for the
duration of exit delay.
HOME 2
Displayed for the
duration of exit delay.
OFF
Displayed for
5 seconds.
OK LED
OFF 1 Flash every
2 seconds
Double Flash every
2 seconds
1 Flash every
5 seconds
VOICE “ARMED” *“HOME” *“HOME TWO” *“DISARMED” *
SIREN
INTERNAL SIREN#
1 chirp at start of exit
delay* and 1 chirp at
end of exit delay.
EXTERNAL SIREN:
1 chirp at start of exit
delay (if enabled).
INTERNAL SIREN#
Home arming tone.
INTERNAL SIREN#
Home2 arming tone.
INTERNAL SIREN#
3 chirps.
EXTERNAL SIREN:
3 chirps (if enabled).
STROBE LIGHT
(If installed)
Flash for
2 seconds.
Flash for
5 seconds.
Flash for
5 seconds.
Flash for
4 seconds.
* If the V-ARM option is enabled.
#If the V-ARM option is disabled.
Note: At least one device must be programmed as HOME or HOME 2 for the system to allow arming in those modes.
USER OPERATION MODES ARMED HOME HOME2 DISARMED
HOW TO OPERATE
USER MODES

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Guardpost supports remote programming by SMS (see page 26-28)
and remote arming/disarming by SMS.
To arm/disarm Guardpost by SMS you must know the mobile phone
number of the Guardpost’s SIM card and the client account number.
ARM/DISARM BY SMS
The Arming and Disarming commands can be abbreviated “a” and “d” meaning you can
simply send 1234,a to Arm and 1234,d to Disarm.
If you send an SMS in the wrong format, Guardpost will respond with:
Unit CCCC: Command error.
The SMS format requires a comma between each command and no spaces.
To ARM a Guardpost which has the client account number 1234:
Send this SMS to the Guardpost 1234,arm
Guardpost will reply with Unit 1234: Armed
To DISARM the Guardpost:
Send this SMS to the Guardpost 1234,disarm
Guardpost will reply with Unit 1234: Disarmed
SMS
ARM / DISARM
GSM
TO ARM CCCC,arm
TO DISARM CCCC,disarm
CCCC is the 4 digit client account number. (see page 21)
NOTES
• SMS commands must not
include spaces.
• Arm/Disarm commands are
not case sensitive.
• The dialler must be enabled
to allow operation by SMS.
• SMS reply messages are sent
to the mobile phone which
sent the SMS commands
- which can be any mobile
phone.
• IMPORTANT NOTE.
Guardpost may not
respond to SMS commands
immediately if the GSM
module is sleep mode.
The state of the GSM module
is dependent on the power
management mode.
See page 24.
SMS Commands
Examples
Hints & Tips

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Guardpost supports up 24 Ness radio devices including the main
detector onboard.
This provides up to 23 radio allocations for any combinations of remote
devices including radio keys, radio PIRs, radio reed switches, radio
smoke detectors, radio doorbell, radio keypad.
At least one radio key must be programmed.
The font panel buttons allow the user to program the options shown
below. Press the Left Button to step through each option; press the
Right Button to step through the various values for the selected option
(the last value selected becomes the new programmed value).
Selected options and values are annunciated as well as displayed. The
display extinguishes after a short period of inactivity.
• The onboard PIR (SENSOR 1) conserves power using a lock-out timer after
each detection.
• When disarmed, the lockout time is 4 minutes. When armed, the lockout time
is 5 seconds between activations.
• The detection coverage of the onboard PIR can be walk-tested when the
PULSE or RANGE options are selected in program mode. The main unit OK
LED serves as the onboard PIR’s alarm indicator when walk testing.
GUARDPOST MODE MAIN PIR LOCKOUT TIME
DISARMED* 4 minutes
ARMED, HOME, HOME2 5 seconds
PULSE or RANGE is selected in Program mode 0 seconds to allow walk test
DEVICE ALLOCATION
MAIN MOTION DETECTOR
FRONT PANEL CONTROL BUTTONS
LEFT BUTTON RIGHT BUTTON
AdjustMAIN VOLUME - Press x 1 Main Volume 1 – 4
AdjustBELL TYPE - Press x 2 Bell Type 1 – 3
AdjustBELL VOLUME - Press x 3 Bell Volume 1 – 4 – OFF
In Program mode, pressing the Left Button allows stepping
backwards through the various options and devices.
* Unless the onboard PIR is congured as CHIME

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Intruder Alarms will sound the internal and external (if tted) sirens and
strobe ashes. The siren will turn off after the programmed siren time
and the strobe will ash for 1 hour or 12 hours if the system is running
on mains power.
Press the OFF button on a programmed Radio Key to cancel the alarm
and disarm the GUARDPOST.
When disarming after an alarm, Guardpost will indicate an alarm has
occurred by voice and by display. This warning may indicate that an
intruder is still present. The source of the alarm is then displayed for 5
minutes, and logged to the event memory.
Intruder alarms are not indicated when the system is in ARMED, HOME
or HOME 2 modes.
A time stamp is appended to each of the following alarm messages
displayed when displayed. For example, if the alarm occurred within 24
hours, the time stamp is appended as: ... < 2 HRS < 15 MIN < AGO; for
events older than 24 hours: ... < 1 DAY < 13 HRS < AGO.
DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
ALARM < SENSOR < 1 ALARM from the onboard detector
ALARM < SENSOR < 2-23 ALARMS from radio devices such as radio PIRs, radio reed switches.
TAMPER < SIREN < BOX SIREN TAMPER
In ARMED mode, sound a full alarm & report to the central monitoring station
when applicable.
In HOME, HOME 2 or DISARMED modes, sound a low-volume warning
sound & report. The warning will sound again for further Tamper deactivation/
reactivations.
Arming and Disarming will clear the display.
TAMPER < SENSOR < 2-23 A Sensor has reported a tamper alarm.
In ARMED mode, sound a full alarm & report to the central monitoring station
when applicable. In HOME, HOME 2 or DISARMED modes, sound a low-
volume warning sound & report. The warning will sound again for further
Tamper deactivation/reactivations.
Arming and Disarming will clear the display.
PANIC < KEY < 1-23 PANIC ALARM from a radio key or xed radio panic button or radio medical
key. On silencing a PANIC alarm (OFF button), the status display indicates
which key caused the alarm.
MEDIC < KEY < 1-23 PANIC ALARM from a medical key. During the alarm the display will show
“PRESS < OFF < TO < CANCEL < MEDIC < ALARM”. On disarming, the
status display indicates which key caused the alarm.
RADIO < JAMMED Radio jamming signal detected. If a radio signal is detected in the operating
bandwidth of the Guardpost the unit will go into ALARM mode if enabled.
RADIO < TAMPER TAMPER Radio message that is not an original message has been received.
(If RADSUB = ON).
1. A code that is a retransmitted code of an original message has been received
to try to defeat the system.
2. 20 multiple messages have been received by the system to crack the
encryption. Arming/Disarming the system will reset the count.
ALARM DISPLAYS
Alarm

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System troubles are indicated in the DISARMED mode. When
DISARMING after a trouble alarm the GuardPost will display the type
of trouble alarm with a time stamp.
The message will be displayed for 5 minutes.
DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
BATTRY < KEY
BATTRY < PANIC
BATTRY < BELL
A radio key, radio panic button or radio doorbell transmitter has a low battery. The
battery should be replaced. Some transmitters are sealed units designed to last for
many years. These units should be replaced for new.
BATTRY < SENSOR < 2-23 A radio radio PIR or radio reed switch has a low. The battery should be replaced.
FAIL < SENSOR < 2-23 A supervision signal has not been received within the programmed supervision
interval. (See the program option SUPVIS). Check that the sensor is present and
working correctly.
This only applies to supervised sensors.
OPEN < SENSOR < 2-23 A REED SWITCH is open on ARMING
A reed switch detector programmed for Check mode operation was unsealed when
entering ARMED, HOME or HOME 2 modes. The detector should be checked to
ensure that it has sealed. A warning tone will sound at the end of EXIT DELAY
when ARMED.
LOW < MAIN < BATTRY MAIN BATTERY LOW
The main unit battery is periodically load tested. A low battery condition is cleared
immediately when mains power goes from off to on, or when battery passes load
test.
FAULT < MAIN < BATTRY MAIN BATTERY FAULT
The main unit battery failed load-test immediately following recharge cycle. The
alarm can be cleared by switching the over-ride switch off then on.
DIALER < RADIO < FAIL DIALLER RADIO FAIL
Guardpost was not able to communicate with the optional radio dialler. (If installed).
SYSTEM DISPLAYS
Battry
System alarm events are logged in memory and displayed with the time
elapsed since the alarm occurred. Multiple alarms from the same device
are logged only once, with the time stamp updated for each new repeat
alarm.
In DISARMED mode, press OFF to step through the log. Once all
logged alarms have been displayed, pressing OFF will clear the display.
Pressing OFF again will redisplay the rst event in the log, etc.
Entries in the log will cleared only when the cause of the alarm has
been rectied, or when power is turned off using the key switch.
The alarm event log will store up to 5 events. If the log is full, logging a
new event causes the oldest event to be discarded. Events older than
100 days will be discarded.
A time stamp is appended to each event when displayed. For example,
if the alarm occurred within 24 hours, the time stamp is appended as: ...
< 2 HRS < 15 MIN < AGO; for events older than 24 hours: ... < 1 DAY <
13 HRS < AGO.
EVENT LOG
1 hrs ago

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Guardpost employs sophisticated power management software to
maximise main battery life and increase the time between charging.
Guardpost can be operated in FULL TIME MAINS mode, BATTERY
ONLY mode or SOLAR CELL charge mode.
In Full Time Mains Mode, Guardpost constantly trickle charges the main
battery.
Battery Only mode and Solar Cell modes are low current modes
designed to consume the minimal power by shutting down non-essential
circuits and by the use of sleep/wake cycles. See the programming
option POWER for more information.
In power conservation modes Guardpost can be operated for up to 4
months without recharging. In this case, Guardpost will initiate fast-
charging mode for 24 hours once the mains charger is connected.
The OK light will remain on during fast charging only.
LOAD TEST
A battery test is performed by briey applying a simulated load
on power-up, every 24 hours, on disarming and 3 hours after the
completion of a recharge cycle (only if mains was on at the end of
recharge cycle, and no siren activity occurred after recharge period).
ALARMS
If a low battery is detected when mains is on, no alarm is displayed or
reported, but the battery is recharged for 24 hours.
If a low battery is detected and mains is off, a LOW < MAIN < BATTRY
alarm is displayed and reported if enabled, and the battery is recharged
for 24 hours when mains comes on. When mains comes on, the alarm
condition is immediately cleared and restored.
If a low battery is detected after the completion of a recharge cycle,
a FAULT < MAIN < BATTRY alarm is displayed and unconditionally
reported. If the battery passes a subsequent load test, this condition is
restored.
Guardpost has onboard support for power supply and charging by solar
cells.
• Solar cell power input connects to the AC red wires for the solar
connections.
• Select SLR-30, SLR-1H or SLR-2H power management mode.
• A 12V 10W-20W solar panel is recommended with max power output
of 17.6V.
Guardpost makes efcient use of available solar power by switching
between fast charge and oat charge while monitoring the battery
capacity at all times.
See Power Management Mode, page 24.
POWER MANAGEMENT
SOLAR CHARGING

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PROGRAMMING
To learn the first Radio Key
To enter program mode
To learn other radio devices
To enter program mode,
turn on the main keyswitch.
The software revision
number is briey displayed.
If unit has no radio keys learned,
the display will show LEARN
KEY 1 until a radio key is
learned.
Guardpost requires at least
one radio key to be active
before you can proceed with
further programming.
Press PANIC for 8 seconds to learn a
new radio key.
Once the radio key is successfully
programmed, Guardpost will give a
BEEP, BEEP, BEEP-BEEP. The unit
will add the new device to the next
available slot, display the new slot
number, and allow the user to congure
the new device.
At step 3 the system will wait 10 seconds for a keypress otherwise it will exit program mode.
If the Guardpost already has
a radio key programmed it
ashes LEARN and waits 10
seconds to receive a radio key
message.
Send the Learn Signal from the
new radio device.
See next page. How to send a
LEARN signal.
The display will show the new
Key or Sensor number.
New devices are added to the
next available vacant slot.
V1.2
Learn Key 1
Learn
Sens 2
Ready
Press the ON button on
a valid radio key to enter
Ready to Learn mode.
Press the ON button on a valid radio
key to view the sub-menu options for
the device. See page 18 for sub-
menu options for radio keys and radio
devices.
Press OFF to return to LEARN.
Press ON to ash READY and learn
another device, or press OFF to step
through devices and program options.
The display ashes READY
and is waiting for a LEARN
message from a new device
(key or detector).
1
2
3
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PROGRAMMING
How to send a Learn Signal from radio devices
RADIO KEYS Press PANIC for 8 seconds.
DOORBELL / FIXED PANIC Press the button 3 times.
RADIO PIRS
RADIO SMOKE DETECTORS
RADIO KEYPAD
Insert the battery.
RADIO REED SWITCHES UNENCRYPTED DEVICES
Check Mode: Close the reed switch. (Move
the magnet towards).
Non-Check Mode: Open the reed switch.
(Move the magnet away).
ENCRYPTED DEVICES
Check Mode: Insert the battery with the reed
switch closed. (Magnet on the reed switch).
Non-Check Mode: Insert the battery with the
reed switch open. (Magnet away from the reed
switch).
Reed Switch devices (door/window sensors) may be learned as a Checked device. This means
the door or window needs to be closed before the system can be armed. If the sensor is not
closed on arming the system will announce and display the sensor number.
When learning devices, the OK LED turns on when Check mode operation is successfully
programmed.
Deleting a Radio Key or Sensor
Error Tone
Programming Notes
• All programming is performed using an enrolled radio key.
• To prevent learning the wrong device, start programming with the batteries removed from all devices on site. Once a
device is learned remove its battery until all devices are learned.
• Each time a programming change is made, the new value is stored immediately in non-volatile memory.
• Guardpost will ash FULL if an attempt is made to program a device when no slot is available. It will allow programmed
devices to be viewed in sequence and erased if desired.
• A key cannot be used to erase itself. A device cannot be programmed more than once. Guardpost will give a long warning
beep if either are attempted.
• Guardpost will automatically exit PROGRAM mode after 10 minutes of inactivity.
The sub-menu for each enrolled radio key and sensor includes the option to ERASE. To delete the device select ERASE
and press PANIC to store the selection. The display will then show LEARN, giving the user the option of reprogramming a
new device into this particular slot. This allows a faulty device to be replaced while keeping the same slot number.
When learning device an ERROR TONE could mean:
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
1. The device is already programmed Remove the battery from this device to prevent it sending signals while
you program other devices.
2. The device is not compatible with the Guardpost
(possibly a different radio protocol).
Check with your Ness branch.
3. The device might be too close to the Guardpost. When enrolling/learning radio devices maintain at least 2m separation
from the Guardpost to prevent errors caused by excessive signal strength.

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PROGRAMMING
Navigation in program mode
Press the OFF button on a valid radio key to step
forward through the programming menu.
Select P-EXIT from the
programming menu.
Then press the ON button to
exit program mode.
Otherwise Guardpost will automatically
exit PROGRAM mode after 10 minutes of
inactivity.
Press the ON button to cycle through the sub-menu
options for a programming option.
Press the PANIC button to store the currently
displayed value. The new value will then ash to
indicate it is programmed.
The currently programmed value will ash.
The currently programmed value will ash.
Key 1
P-EXIT
Range
Range
Sens 1 Range Pulse Signal ...
Low HIGH
Low HIGH
The LEFT front panel button
cycles BACKWARD through
the programming menu.
To exit program mode

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PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
KEY 1-23 RADIO KEYS
Sub-menu
KEY Enables the radio key for use as a user key with Arm, Disarm, Panic, Aux (DEFAULT)
DURESS User key with PANIC button programmed for “DURESS” operation
MEDIC Medical help key (behaves like Duress alarm)
BELL Doorbell
NO PAN PANIC button disabled (except in Program mode); used for control of independent radio
switch, e.g. garage door control
ERASE Deletes the programmed radio key
SENS 1 ONBOARD PIR
Sub-menu
ALARM Active when ARMED, inactive when DISARMED (DEFAULT)
HOME Active when ARMED mode or HOME mode
HOME 2 Active when ARMED, HOME or HOME 2 modes
FIRE 24 hour alarm, always active
CHIME Chime* when DISARMED, inactive when ARMED, HOME or HOME 2 modes
ACHIME ALARM/CHIME Alarm when ARMED, chime** when DISARMED, inactive when in HOME
or HOME 2 modes
HCHIME HOME/CHIME Alarm when ARMED mode, chime** when in HOME mode, inactive when in
HOME 2 or DISARMED modes
H2CHIM HOME 2/CHIME Alarm when ARMED mode, chime** when in HOME or HOME 2 modes,
inactive when in DISARMED mode
SILENT Active when ARMED, only does dialler reporting when triggered, no siren
EXCLUD Disables the onboard PIR
SENS 2-23 RADIO DEVICES 2-23
Optional sensors can be
any combination of up to
22 radio PIRs, radio reed
switches, radio smoke
detectors, radio doorbell,
radio keypad.
Sub-menu
ALARM Active when ARMED, inactive when DISARMED (DEFAULT)
HOME Active when ARMED mode or HOME mode
HOME 2 Active when ARMED, HOME or HOME 2 modes
FIRE 24 hour alarm, always active.
CHIME* Chime when DISARMED, inactive when ARMED, HOME or HOME 2 modes
ACHIME** Alarm when ARMED, chime when DISARMED, inactive when in HOME or HOME 2 modes
HCHIME** Alarm when ARMED mode, chime when in HOME mode, inactive when in HOME 2 or
DISARMED modes
H2CHIM** Alarm when ARMED mode, chime when in HOME or HOME 2 modes, inactive when in
DISARMED mode
SILENT Active when ARMED, only does dialler reporting when triggered, no siren.
ERASE Erase this device
* Chime tone (no Dialler report or event logging)
** Warning tone (no Dialler report or event logging)

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PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
RANGE ONBOARD PIR RANGE
Sub-menu
LOW Low range 8m (DEFAULT)
HIGH High range 14m
The onboard PIR can be walk-tested while this menu item is displayed.
PULSE ONBOARD PIR PULSE COUNT
Sub-menu
1 PULS 1 pulse count (DEFAULT)
2 PULS 2 pulse count
3 PULS 3 pulse count
4 PULS 4 pulse count
The onboard PIR can be walk-tested while this menu item is displayed.
SIGNAL RADIO SIGNAL STRENGTH CHECK
Check the signal strength
of your radio keys and radio
devices.
Note: OK light indicates
onboard PIR trigger.
Sub-menu
SEND DEVICE Waiting for device message
SENS 2-23 / LEVL 1-9 Detector received at signal strength level shown
KEY 1-23 / LEVL 1-9 Key received at signal strength level shown
Guardpost registers the rst device received and displays the signal strength (1-9), and beeps a
corresponding number of times.
• Press ON to activate Signal Check
• For a key, press PANIC; for a detector, activate the detector
• Listen to beeps, view display
• Press OFF to exit Signal Check
• Press ON to re-activate Signal Check
RADJAM RADIO JAMMING ALARM
Sub-menu
ON Enabled
OFF Disabled (DEFAULT)
SILENT Dialler report only (no local siren, display or logging). Limit of 10 reports; limit cleared on
arming. Use for transparent monitoring of radio interference.
When RADJAM is enabled Guardpost will generate a chime in modes DISARMED, HOME, HOME 2 if
it receives a continuous source of Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). In ARMED mode the system will
go into a full alarm mode.
RADSUB RADIO MESSAGE SUBSTITUTION ALARM
Sub-menu
ON Enabled
OFF Disabled (DEFAULT)
When RADSUB is enabled Guardpost will generate a CHIME alarm in DISARMED or HOME or HOME
2 modes, and a full alarm in ARMED modes if it senses an intentional radio message substitution.
SUPVIS RADIO SUPERVISION INTERVAL
Sub-menu
OFF Disabled (DEFAULT)
1 HR
4 HRS
8 HRS
16 HRS
24 HRS
If enabled, a system alarm will occur if a valid supervisory message has not been received from
supervised radio within the programmed interval.

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PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
LOKOUT ALARM LOCKOUT
Sub-menu
ON Enabled
OFF Disabled (DEFAULT)
Alarm lockout prevents multiple sirens sounding due to an alarm from the same device. The external
siren will not sound again until the system is disarmed with the Disarm/Unlock button. The internal siren
will always sound unless the lockout option is on and then the internal siren will behave like an external
siren.
ENTRY ENTRY DELAY TIME
Entry delay time applies to
all enrolled devices.
Sub-menu
5 SEC (DEFAULT)
10 SEC
15 SEC
20 SEC
25 SEC
30 SEC
Entry Delay Time allows time to disarm the system once a detector is activated. Guardpost is normally
armed/disarmed by radio keys from outside the protected area but in some situations you may want to
disarm from inside the premises.
EXIT EXIT DELAY TIME
Exit delay time applies to all
enrolled devices.
Sub-menu
5 SEC (DEFAULT)
to 60 SEC in 5 second steps
Exit Delay Time allows time to exit the premises once the system is armed. All radio devices are inactive
during Exit Delay.
SIREN SIREN RUN TIME
Sub-menu
1 MIN
2 MIN
3 MIN
4 MIN
5 MIN (DEFAULT)
Sets the run time in minutes for the internal and optional external siren (if tted).
CHIRPS EXTERNAL SIREN CHIRPS
External Siren
ARMING: 1 Chirp
DISARMING: 3 Chirps
Sub-menu
ON Enabled (DEFAULT)
OFF Disabled
This option enables arm/disarm chirps for the external siren. External Siren Chirp applies only to
Arming/Disarming. HOME or HOME 2 modes never chirp.
V-ARM VOICE ANNUNCIATION FOR ARMING/DISARMING
When V-ARM is disabled
the internal speaker will
chirp on arming and
disaming.
Internal Siren
ARMING: 1 Chirp
DISARMING: 3 Chirps
Sub-menu
ON Enabled (DEFAULT)
OFF Disabled
This option enables voice annunciation of Arrming and Disarming.