Octalarm T2 User manual

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From Adesys bv, Wateringen, NL
Edition 16-08-2002
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-T2
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Contents
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General ...............................................................................................................................................................4
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Used pictograms .............................................................................................................................5
2. DELIVERY CHECK .............................................................................................................................5
2.1 Environment ....................................................................................................................................5
3. GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY ............................................................................................................6
Operation instructions ......................................................................................................................................7
4. FUNCTIONING OF TELEPHONE ALARM..........................................................................................7
4.1 Alarm procedure..............................................................................................................................8
4.2 Dialling order ...................................................................................................................................8
4.3 Alarm channels and report codes....................................................................................................8
4.3.1 Report to telephone.................................................................................................................8
4.3.2 Report to pager .......................................................................................................................9
4.3.3 Report to mobile telephone .....................................................................................................9
4.3.4 Report to reporting services ....................................................................................................9
4.4 Reset procedure............................................................................................................................10
4.5 More than one alarm simultaneously.............................................................................................10
4.5.1 Reporting channels with a default dialler ...............................................................................10
4.5.2 Reporting channels with a deviant dialler ..............................................................................10
4.5.3 Combination of a default/custom dialler.................................................................................10
5. FUNCTIONING OF THE LOCAL ALERT...........................................................................................11
5.1 Alarm buzzers ...............................................................................................................................11
5.2 Flashlight.......................................................................................................................................11
6. OPERATION .....................................................................................................................................12
6.1 Alarm indicators.............................................................................................................................12
6.2 Alarm channel selection keys ........................................................................................................12
6.3 Device malfunction indicators........................................................................................................12
6.4 Reset key ......................................................................................................................................13
6.5 Test key.........................................................................................................................................13
6.6 Buzzer key ....................................................................................................................................13
6.7 Telephone dialler key ....................................................................................................................13
6.8 Display and cursor keys ................................................................................................................13
6.9 Prog-key........................................................................................................................................14
6.10 Esc-key .....................................................................................................................................14
7. SET CALL NUMBERS.......................................................................................................................15
7.1 Report to a telephone....................................................................................................................15
7.2 Report to a pager ..........................................................................................................................16
7.2.1 Characteristics of a tone-only pager......................................................................................16
7.2.2 Characteristics of an (alpha) numerical pager .......................................................................16
7.3 Report to a mobile telephone ........................................................................................................17
7.4 Report to a reporting service .........................................................................................................17
7.5 Set reset procedure.......................................................................................................................17
7.5.1 Reset during call ...................................................................................................................18
7.5.2 Reset by the service..............................................................................................................18
7.5.3 Reset by calling back ............................................................................................................18
8. CALL BACK TO RESET AN ALARM.................................................................................................19
8.1 Reset without using a reset code ..................................................................................................19
8.2 Reset using a reset code...............................................................................................................19
9. RETRIEVE ALARM STATUS BY TELEPHONE ................................................................................20
10. SWITCHING THE RELAY OUTPUT BY TELEPHONE .....................................................................20
11. NIGHT TIME MODE ..........................................................................................................................21
12. MAINS FAILURE...............................................................................................................................22
12.1 Mains failure report....................................................................................................................22
12.2 Battery empty report..................................................................................................................22
12.3 Back up supply..........................................................................................................................22
12.4 Automatic battery test................................................................................................................22
13. TESTING...........................................................................................................................................23
13.1 Optic and acoustic alarms test ..................................................................................................23
13.2 Telephone report test ................................................................................................................23

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14. SWITCH OFF COMPLETELY ...........................................................................................................23
15. ERROR MESSAGES ........................................................................................................................24
Installation instruction ....................................................................................................................................25
16. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................25
16.1 Placement .................................................................................................................................25
16.2 Connection diagram ..................................................................................................................25
16.3 Connection of inputs..................................................................................................................26
16.3.1 Alarm inputs ......................................................................................................................26
16.3.1.1 Direct connection..........................................................................................................26
16.3.1.2 Connection through Sensornet .....................................................................................27
16.3.2 Input night time mode........................................................................................................27
16.3.3 Input external reset contact ...............................................................................................28
16.4 Connection of outputs ...............................................................................................................28
16.4.1 Output external signal light................................................................................................28
16.4.2 External buzzer outputs.....................................................................................................28
16.4.3 External relay output .........................................................................................................28
16.5 Connection of the telephone line ...............................................................................................28
16.5.1 ISDN telephone connection...............................................................................................30
16.5.1.1 General guidelines for ISDN .........................................................................................32
16.6 Placing and connecting the GSM antenna ................................................................................32
16.6.1 Internal antenna ................................................................................................................32
16.6.2 External antenna ...............................................................................................................32
16.7 Placing the SIM card .................................................................................................................32
16.8 Connecting the COM port..........................................................................................................33
17. PROGRAMMING OF INSTALLATION DATA ....................................................................................34
17.1 Programming options ................................................................................................................34
17.1.1 Programming using the operation panel............................................................................34
17.1.2 Programming using the PC ...............................................................................................34
17.1.3 Programming using a telephone line .................................................................................35
17.1.3.1 Analogue or ISDN model ..............................................................................................35
17.1.3.2 GSM model...................................................................................................................35
18. INSTALLATION PROGRAMS ...........................................................................................................36
18.1 Prog 10 “set display contrast”....................................................................................................36
18.2 Prog 11 “ show version number”................................................................................................36
18.3 Prog 21 “set alarm inputs” .........................................................................................................36
18.4 Prog 23 “set alarm on display”...................................................................................................37
18.5 Prog 31 “set alarm buzzer”........................................................................................................37
18.6 Prog 41 “set dialler”...................................................................................................................38
18.6.1 Octalarm for PSTN (analogue network).............................................................................38
18.6.2 Octalarm for ISDN (digital network)...................................................................................38
18.6.3 Octalarm for GSM (mobile communication network) .........................................................40
18.7 Prog 42 “set dial sequence” ......................................................................................................41
18.8 Prog 55 “set pager codes”.........................................................................................................43
18.8.1 Set report codes tone-only pager ......................................................................................43
18.8.2 Set report codes numerical pager .....................................................................................43
18.8.3 Set codes of alpha-numerical pager and SMS-messages.................................................44
18.9 Prog 59 “record voice messages”..............................................................................................44
18.10 Prog 61 “set access code”.....................................................................................................44
18.11 Prog 71 “set night time mode” ...............................................................................................45
18.12 Prog 95 “sensor test”.............................................................................................................46
18.13 Prog 97 “read data log” .........................................................................................................47
18.14 Prog 98 “choose language” ...................................................................................................48
18.15 Prog 99 “clear all settings”.....................................................................................................48
19. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................49
Settings summary............................................................................................................................................50

General
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General
1. INTRODUCTION
The Octalarm is an alarm system that signals and reports technical failures and calamities by
telephone, of both manned and unmanned installations and processes.
Alarms can be put through to fixed telephones, mobile telephones, radiotelephones, switchboards or
combination of these, using an analogue ISDN telephone connection (model -I) or a mobile 900 or
1800Mhz network (model -G). There are various optical and acoustic signal options for local alarm
systems.
The Octalarm-T2, -T4, -T8 and –T16 are equipped with respectively 2, 4, 8 or 16 alarm channels. A
telephone report takes place by means of a recognizable tone code or a self-recorded voice message.
The codes for reporting to a pager can be set freely, just like the desired dialling order and the reset
procedures.
The alarm status of the guarded object can be retrieved from each Octalarm using the telephone line.
Furthermore, the Octalarm disposes of:
• user-definable delay times
• user-definable start and stop conditions for local alert
• display of alarm cause
• built-in emergency power supply
• mains supply guard
• guard of battery performance
• telephone line test
• flashlight output
• remote control output
• night time mode
• data log
• Sensornet connection (only for versions T4, T8 and T16)
• access protection
• extensive test facilities
• RS-232 connection
• permanent memory for all settings and report texts.
Operation and configuration are menu-driven. They take place using the control panel, via a directly
connected PC, or by telephone line using the built-in modem.
After connecting, a number of fixed installation parameters have to be set on the Octalarm. As they are
of a technical nature and since technical knowledge of, e.g. the connected alarm devices is assumed,
we recommend leaving the entry of this data to the installer. Therefore, this manual is divided into:
• A general part for the user and the installer.
• Operation instructions for the user containing all items concerning the configuration and
operation by the user.
• Installation instructions for the installer containing all items concerning the connecting of the
Octalarm and the programming of the installation data.
• A settings summary for both the user and the installer.
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We advise you to read this manual carefully, so that you can take optimal advantage of all the
application possibilities of the Octalarm.

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1.1 Used pictograms
This manual makes use of a couple of pictograms. They have the following meanings:
@Hint or point of special interest
BAction to be performed
2. DELIVERY CHECK
Check the packing for damages. In case the delivery seems to be damaged or incomplete on
reception, please contact your supplier immediately.
The delivery includes:
• Octalarm
• protective cover for the connections
• connecting cables:
• analogue execution: telephone wire with country-dependent telecom plug,
• ISDN model: ISDN cable,
• GSM-execution: none.
• this manual
• guarantee card.
You can check the Octalarm's model number by pressing the test button after having switched it on. .
The display will show the message OCTALARM TEST- followed by the model number (OT2, OT4, OT8
or OT16), followed by:
• -S: model with voice messages instead of tone code messages,
• -I : model for the ISDN network,
• -G: model for the mobile GSM network,
• or a combination of the above.
After connecting it to a wall socket, the Octalarm switches on automatically. You can switch it off by
disconnecting the plug from the wall socket and by keeping the reset key depressed for some time.
2.1 Environment
This product contains a lead battery. For the sake of the environment, do not dispose of the product
with the household refuse when you have to replace it at the end of its life span. You can hand in the
device to your supplier or to a depot intended for this purpose.

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3. GUARANTEE AND LIABILITY
ADESYS puts every Octalarm through a series of extensive tests and an endurance test before
shipping. Therefore, ADESYS offers a two years term of guarantee, on condition that the guarantee
card is completed and returned upon taking into operation. The guarantee claim expires when:
• the malfunction is caused by gross negligence or by incompetent installation,
• the device has been repaired and/or altered without permission of ADESYS,
• the serial number on the device is removed or damaged.
ADESYS rejects any liability for consequential damage caused by incompetent use of, and/or
malfunctions of the Octalarm.

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Operation instructions
4. FUNCTIONING OF TELEPHONE ALARM
alarm
wait for possible set delay
time
dial
telephone number
pager number
number of reporting service
select the same or the
succeeding number after
the set delay time
already
15 failures ?
end
occupied
or not
answered ?
tone code or
voice message
report to pager
report to reporting service
reset by
call back set ?
wait f or
call back
called back
in time ?
report correctly
reset ?
end
no
yes
yes
no
no
no
no
yes
yes
yes

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4.1 Alarm procedure
The telephone alarm procedure diagram shows what happens in case an alarm channel is activated
using the factory defaults. Navigate through the diagram in the direction of the arrows, starting at the
ALARM block.
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The function of the shaded block is by standard switched off. It can be activated by the installer
using the installation program.
4.2 Dialling order
When the Octalarm fails to report successfully, it will start a new dialling attempt to the subsequent set
number. The Octalarm considers a report unsuccessful if:
• the dialling attempt has failed, e.g. if there is no dialling tone or the busy signal is received during
dialling,
• the person being called does not answer the call,
• the reset procedure is not accomplished correctly.
Using the factory defaults, all numbers entered (A through J) are passed in alphabetical order,
whereby blank numbers are skipped automatically. When for example four numbers are entered, these
numbers will be dialled alternately until the reset procedure is properly accomplished. After 15
unsuccessful attempts, the Octalarm will reset itself.
It is possible to set a specific dialling order for each alarm channel. This alteration has to be carried out
in the installation program. See paragraph 18.7 Prog 42 “set dial sequence”.
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Alterations of dialling order have to be carried out carefully, because it might happen that an alarm
will no longer be reported due to a wrong setting!
4.3 Alarm channels and report codes
The Octalarm disposes of respectively 2, 4, 8 or 16 externally activated alarm channels and two
internal channels: "mains failure" and "battery empty". An individual message is assigned to each
channel.
4.3.1 Report to telephone
In case of a telephone report, an individual self-recorded voice message (for version -S) or a
recognizable tone code will be reproduced for each channel.
The tone codes are pre-set and sound for the Octalarm –T2, -T4 and –T8 as follows:
• alarm channels 1 to 8: respectively 1 to 8 beeps
• mains failure: 9 beeps
• battery failure: 10 beeps.
The tone-codes for the Octalarm –T16 sound as follows:
• alarm channels 1 to 16: respectively 1 to 16 beeps
• mains failure: 17 beeps
• battery failure: 18 beeps.
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The messages (for version -S) can be recorded using the installation program.

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4.3.2 Report to pager
The following report codes are programmed for a report to pagers:
channel tone-only
pagers
numerical pagers alpha-numerical
pagers and SMS-
messages
alarm 1
alarm 2
alarm 3
alarm 4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
alarm 1
alarm 2
alarm 3
alarm 4
alarm 5
alarm 6
alarm 7
alarm 8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
alarm 5
alarm 6
alarm 7
alarm 8
alarm 9
alarm 10
alarm 11
alarm 12
1
2
3
4
9
10
11
12
alarm 9
alarm 10
alarm 11
alarm 12
alarm 13
alarm 14
alarm 15
alarm 16
1
2
3
4
13
14
15
16
alarm 13
alarm 14
alarm 15
alarm 16
mains failure 4 9 or 90 (Octalarm-T16) mains failure
battery empty 4 10 or 91 (Octalarm-T16) battery empty / failure
With the Octalarm-T16, each alphanumerical radio telephone message and each SMS message is
also preceded by an opening message of your choosing.
If required, all codes can be altered using the installation program 55.
4.3.3 Report to mobile telephone
The Octalarm can report to mobile telephones in two different ways:
• by means of a pre-set tone code or by a self-recorded voice message (version -S), as with a
normal telephone,
• by using the Short-Message-Service (SMS), whereby the device's display is used as a pager. The
report messages used for this purpose are equal to those of an alpha-numerical pager.
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Take account of the receiving range of your mobile telephone.
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Sometimes, depending on the degree of capacity-use of the mobile network, messages by SMS
are passed with some delay. Therefore, it is recommendable to have time critical messages
acknowledged by call back (see paragraph 4.4 “Reset procedure”) and to have a second call
number dialled in case there is no response in time.
4.3.4 Report to reporting services
The Octalarm uses the report codes for alpha-numerical pagers to report to the Adesys reporting
centre. For reports to other centres, please contact your supplier.

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4.4 Reset procedure
The Octalarm has two ways of resetting a telephone report:
• Reset during the report. In case of reports to a pager, a reporting service or a mobile telephone
with SMS, the reception of the acceptance tone is sufficient to reset the Octalarm. In case of
telephone reports, a 4-digit reset code has to be entered during the report, using a tone dialling
telephone.
• Reset by call back. Using this setting, the Octalarm has to be called back to acknowledge the
reception of the report. The call back time limit is adjustable, as is the reset code (for optional
use).
All settings mentioned above are adjustable for each individual call number.
4.5 More than one alarm simultaneously
The transaction order of alarms occurring simultaneously depends on whether a deviant dialling order
has been set for the alarm channels concerned or not. (See configuration in the installation program
Prog 42 “set dial sequence”.
4.5.1 Reporting channels with a default dialler
No specific call numbers are selected for these reporting channels. The report attempts can be sent to
each of the numbers entered (factory default).
In case more than one alarm takes place at the same time, the alerts will be passed on in groups as
much as possible. With telephone reports, more than one alarm is heard at the same time and in case
of a report to a pager or a reporting service, the report codes are passed on immediately after each
other. In this way, the alarms are reported quickly and they can be reset simultaneously.
4.5.2 Reporting channels with a deviant dialler
A selection from the call numbers entered has been made for these reporting channels. The report
attempts are only allowed to be sent to a limited number of call numbers, according to a determined
order.
If these reporting channels are activated simultaneously, the Octalarm functions according to the
priority principles, whereby the alarm with the highest priority precedes the other alarms. An alarm
having a lower priority will only be reported after a telephone reset of the alarm with the highest
priority, or following 15 unsuccessful report attempts. The priority of the reporting channels is
determined as follows:
• battery empty channel,
• alarm channel 1,
• alarm channel 2, etc.
• mains failure channel.
If a channel with a higher priority is activated during a report, the running report will be interrupted and
the highest priority alarm will be reported. After completing this alert, the report of the channel with a
lower priority is resumed.
4.5.3 Combination of a default/custom dialler
Reporting channels with a different dialling order always have a higher priority to channels with a
default dialling order.

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5. FUNCTIONING OF THE LOCAL ALERT
5.1 Alarm buzzers
In case of an alarm, the built-in buzzer will ring together with the buzzer(s) that may have been
connected externally. The conditions that enable and disable the buzzer can be set:
• Enable immediately after detection of the alarm (factory default).
• Enable after a set delay time.
• Only enable if a telephone report has failed completely.
• Disable automatically after a set delay time or at the moment the reset key is pressed.
• Disable when the telephone report has passed off correctly (factory default).
• Only disable at the moment the reset key is pressed.
The default start and stop conditions can be modified using the installation program. (See paragraph
18.5 Prog 31 “set alarm buzzer”
The volume of the internal buzzer can be adjusted from 0 up to 4 (factory default: 2). When connecting
the external buzzer (optional accessory, supplied by ADESYS), its volume can be adjusted to three
levels.
5.2 Flashlight
The Octalarm is equipped with a flashlight output (as option deliverable). As opposed to the alarm
buzzer, the flashlight cannot be turned off in the event of an alarm by using the reset key. The
flashlight can only be switched off by cancelling the alarm or by switching off the alarm selection key.
The flashlight reminds the user of the fact that the alarm has in fact been reset, but the cause is still
not resolved.

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6. OPERATION
6.1 Alarm indicators
The status of an alarm channel is indicated as follows by the red LED’s:
• LED off: no alarm.
• LED on: alarm.
• LED blinks: alarm coming up. The alarm has been detected at the input of the reporter, but is not
being relayed since the set alarm delay time for this channel has not yet elapsed. The indicator will
switch off when the alarm expires in the course of this period. In case the alarm still exists after the
determined time, the indicator will light up continuously and the message will be reported.
6.2 Alarm channel selection keys
Using these keys, the message transmission can be switched off for each alarm channel (at Octalarm-
T16: per two alarm channels). The green indicator in the key lights up in case the passing of the report
is enabled. To avoid the transmission of the message being interrupted accidentally (e.g. while
cleaning), the key has to be kept depressed when turning off.
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When an alarm channel is switched off (green LED off), an incoming alarm on the relevant
channel will not be reported.
6.3 Device malfunction indicators
The Octalarm periodically checks the major connections and facilities. A defect will be signalled. The
following malfunctions will be reported using individual LED’s:
• battery failure
• mains failure
• telephone line interrupted or a failure in the mobile network (model -G).
When the telephone line indicator lights up without reason, this function can be switched off. See
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.5
6.4
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.10
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chapter 18.6 Prog 41 “set dialler”
6.4 Reset key
Press this key to disable the buzzer and to interrupt the telephone report.
6.5 Test key
This key allows you to test the main alarm functions in a quick and convenient way. See part 13
“TESTING" for the test options.
6.6 Buzzer key
The key to switch on/off the built-in buzzer and the signallers that may be connected externally. The
indicator in the key lights up in case the buzzer is switched on. To avoid the buzzer being disabled
accidentally (e.g. while cleaning), the key has to be kept depressed when turning off.
6.7 Telephone dialler key
Key for switching on/off the telephone report. The LED inside the key lights up in case the telephone
dialler is switched on. To avoid switching off the telephone report accidentally (e.g. while cleaning), the
key has to be kept depressed when turning off.
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In case the telephone dialler is switched off (LED off), an alarm will not be reported by telephone.
Calling up the Octalarm in order to receive the alarm status by telephone will, however remain
possible.
6.8 Display and cursor keys
The display is used for:
• the menu-driven setting of telephone numbers by the user
• the menu-driven programming of installation data by the installer
• showing the progress status of a telephone report
• showing possible alarms or device malfunctions.
The cursor on the display blinks whenever a value can be entered or an option can be chosen during
the set-up. Use the cursor keys Cand Dto move the cursor around and the keys Eand Fto modify the
value or the option at the cursor's position. Every new setting has to be confirmed using the Prog-key.

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6.9 Prog-key
The key used for configuring the telephone numbers and for programming the installation data by the
installer. To set the telephone numbers, the key has to be pressed shortly. This key is also used to
confirm and store input. For further information about the set-up, see part 7 "SET".
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By pressing the Prog-key repetitively, the display shows all current settings without altering them.
In case a setting has to be modified, all questions asked have to be answered, until the message
SETTINGS STORED appears. Quitting the set-up program during configuration by using the esc-
key, will restore all previous settings!
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In case this key is pressed prolonged (five seconds), the Octalarm will switch over to the
installation program. The text Prog 10 SET DISPLAY CONTRAST will appear on the display. Press
the esc-key to leave this program. The settings in this program require understanding of technical
matters and are only intended for the installer. Modifications introduced arbitrary can lead to an
alarm being reported wrongly or not at all.
6.10 Esc-key
Press the esc-key in order to quit a configuration or a program on the display and to return to the
previous menu without saving a possible modification. Also use this key to end the configuration or the
programming and to return to the standard program of the Octalarm.

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7. SET CALL NUMBERS
Pressing the Prog-key for a short time will start the set up of the call numbers. The general report
program will be closed (all LED’s switched off) and the Octalarm will guide you by asking some
questions.
Up to 10 call numbers can be set. Each call number is assigned to a letter (A through J) and has its
own reset procedure. Defining all numbers is not necessary. Numbers which have not been set will be
skipped automatically.
A call number can be set as follows:
BPress the Prog-key for a short time. On the display appears: A:REPORT TO.................
BIf desired, select an alternative call number (A-J) using Eor F.
BPress the Prog-key for a short time in order to confirm the selected number.
BUsing Eor F,select which telephone connected to the telephone network, will receive the report
and confirm this using the Prog-key. You can choose from the following options:
• report to a telephone. (see paragraph 4.3.1 Report to telephone)
• report to a pager. (see paragraph 4.3.2 Report to pager)
• report to a mobile telephone. (see paragraph 4.3.3 Report to mobile telephone)
• report to a reporting service. (see paragraph 4.3.4 Report to reporting services)
A number can be erased completely by selecting (NOT DEFINED)
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Confirm each new or altered setting by pressing the Prog-key repeatedly, until the message
SETTINGS STORED appears on the display. Quitting the set-up program during configuration by
using the esc-key, will restore all previous settings!
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After erasing the only call number set for a particular alarm, it is no longer possible to report this
alarm by telephone. Therefore, first refer to "dialler" on the list of settings made up by the installer
(see “Fout! Verwijzingsbron niet gevonden.") before erasing any number.
7.1 Report to a telephone
BThe Octalarm asks for the number to be dialled. Use Cor Dto move the cursor to the field for
setting or changing a digit. Now you can enter the digit using the Eand Fkey. The following
characters may be used for settings as well:
• -: setting a delay for a dialling tone (e.g. if the Octalarm is connected to a home exchange,
requiring a pause after dialling 0 in order to wait for the dialling tone of the outside line).
• , : indicates a 2 seconds delay during the dialling and can for example be used if one has to
wait for an undefined dialling tone.
• !: used in combination with the Cand Dkeys to insert or delete digits at the position of the
cursor.
BConfirm the entered number using the Prog-key.
BSelect the desired reset procedure. See paragraph 7.5 “Set reset procedure”.

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7.2 Report to a pager
BSelect the pager type. The following options are available:
• tone-only pager, (see paragraph 7.2.1 “Characteristics of a tone-only pager")
• (alpha) numerical pager, (see paragraph 7.2.2 “Characteristics of an (alpha) numerical pager”)
The Octalarm has an individual report code or text message for each type of pager and for each
alarm channel. For a summary of the default settings, see paragraph 4.3.2 “Report to pager”.
BConfirm the selection using the Prog-key.
BIn case a numerical or alpha-numerical pager has been selected, the Octalarm asks for the pager
type as well.
BThe Octalarm now asks you to enter the call number or the number of the paging service. Use C
or Dto move the cursor to the field for setting or changing a digit. Now you can enter the digit
using the Eand Fkey.The following characters may be used for settings as well:
• -: setting a delay for a dialling tone (e.g. if the Octalarm is connected to a home exchange,
requiring a pause after dialling 0 in order to wait for the dialling tone of the outside line).
• , : indicates a 2 seconds delay during the dialling and can for example be used if one has to
wait for an undefined dialling tone.
• !: used in combination with the Cand Dkeys to insert or delete digits at the position of the
cursor.
BConfirm the entered number using the Prog-key.
BDepending on the selected pager type, the Octalarm can ask some additional questions, such as:
• pager number : this question will only appear when using a pager with a general paging
service extension number, followed by a unique pager number.
• pin code : this question will appear for pagers using some sub-address. (These pagers do not
involve any subscription expenses because many pagers are placed on one single
subscription. Separation takes place by the sub-address in the report code.) In case you do
not have to use a PIN code for your pager, you can leave this question unanswered.
BSelect the desired reset procedure, see paragraph 7.5 “Set reset procedure”.
7.2.1 Characteristics of a tone-only pager
This pager transmits a tone code and is sometimes equipped with a small numeric display. The pager
is supplied with 4 or 8 individual call numbers, with the transmitted tone code being determined by the
last digit. Nevertheless, the last digit is not important to the Octalarm.
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When setting the call number, only one of the numbers provided must be entered. The Octalarm
itself will alter the last digit in order to transmit the right tone code for the right alarm channel.
7.2.2 Characteristics of an (alpha) numerical pager
This pager disposes of a display on which a user-defined numerical code or an alpha-numerical text
can be shown. Before the report can take place, one has to select the call number. Next, the report
code (and in some cases an additional pager number or sub-address) must be entered using a
telephone or a modem.
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Attention: some numerical pagers are connected to paging services that are not able to send
defined acceptance signals on behalf of automatic dialling devices. Reporting to these kind of
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7.3 Report to a mobile telephone
BSelect the option with which the report to a mobile telephone has to take place. The following
options are available:
• report using SMS.
• report using a tone code or voice report (only for version -S).
The Octalarm disposes of an individual alpha-numerical message for every single reporting
channel on behalf of reports using SMS (Short-Message-Service). For a summary of the default
settings, see paragraph 4.3.2 “Report to pager”.
A tone code or voice reports to a mobile telephone function in the same way as to a regular
telephone.
BConfirm the selection using the Prog-key.
BThe Octalarm now asks you to enter the call number / extension number or the number of the
SMS service. (model -G does not ask this question) Use Cor Dto move the cursor to the field for
setting or changing a digit. Now you can enter the digit using the Eand Fkey.The following
characters may be used for settings as well:
• -: setting a delay for a dialling tone (e.g. if the Octalarm is connected to a home exchange,
requiring a pause after dialling 0 in order to wait for the dialling tone of the outside line).
• , : indicates a 2 seconds delay during the dialling and can for example be used if one has to
wait for an undefined dialling tone.
• !: used in combination with the Cand Dkeys to insert or delete digits at the position of the
cursor.
BConfirm the entered number using the Prog-key.
BIn case of an SMS report, the Octalarm will ask for the extension number.
BSelect the desired reset procedure, see paragraph 7.5 “Set reset procedure”.
7.4 Report to a reporting service
Select the kind of reporting service.
The Octalarm disposes of an individual numerical or alpha-numerical message for each alarm
channel. For a summary of the default settings, see “Report to pager”.
BConfirm the selection using the Prog-key.
BThe Octalarm now asks you to enter the call number. Use Cor Dto move the cursor to the position
where a digit has to be entered or modified. Now you can enter the digit using the Eand Fkey.The
following characters may be used for settings as well:
• -: setting a delay for a dialling tone (e.g. if the Octalarm is connected to a home exchange,
requiring a pause after dialling 0 in order to wait for the dialling tone of the outside line).
• , : indicates a 2 seconds delay during the dialling and can for example be used if one has to
wait for an undefined dialling tone.
• !: used in combination with the Cand Dkeys to insert or delete digits at the position of the
cursor.
BConfirm the entered number using the Prog-key.
BSelect the desired reset procedure, see paragraph 7.5 ”Set reset procedure”.
7.5 Set reset procedure
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• Reset during call (for reports to a telephone)
• Reset by the service (for reports to a pager, a reporting service or an SMS-message in case of a
mobile telephone)
• Reset by calling back.
7.5.1 Reset during call
BSelect this option and confirm using the Prog-key
BEnter the (compulsory) 4-digit reset code and confirm using the Prog-key.
BEnter the delay time to be taken into account between a failed report attempt and a new dialling
attempt and confirm using the Prog-key. The following text will appear on the display: SETTINGS
STORED .
7.5.2 Reset by the service
BSelect this option and confirm using the Prog-key.
BEnter the delay time to be taken into account between a failed report attempt and a new dialling
attempt and confirm using the Prog-key. The following text will appear on the display: SETTINGS
STORED
7.5.3 Reset by calling back
BSelect this option and confirm using the Prog-key.
BEnter the time in which the Octalarm has to be called back and confirm using the Prog-key.
BIf necessary, enter the reset code to be applied and confirm using the Prog-key. The following text
will appear on the display: SETTINGS STORED .
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Not entering a reset code might lead to an accidental reset of the Octalarm, in case someone
happens to call the Octalarm within the set delay time! Therefore, the use of a reset code is
strongly recommended.
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A reset code can only be entered using a tone dialling telephone.
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Do not set the wait time if failed or the call back time too short in order to avoid the reporting
attempts being carried out too soon after one another. The reporting stops after 15 unsuccessful
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8. CALL BACK TO RESET AN ALARM
Depending on the reset procedure programmed with the call number, you have to call back the
Octalarm in order to acknowledge the alarm report and to reset the transmission.
BDial the number of the Octalarm.
BProvided the telephone line is not engaged, the Octalarm will answer the call after 2 rings and
transmit the alarm twice using a recognizable tone code or a recorded voice message (version -S).
See paragraph 4.3.1 “Report to telephone" for the characteristics of the tone codes.
8.1 Reset without using a reset code
In case the call number is not provided with a reset code, the alarm report is followed by an extended
beep (5 seconds) indicating the Octalarm is being reset.
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In case no reset code is set, it may be possible that, if someone happens to call the Octalarm
within the set delay time, the Octalarm is reset accidentally! Therefore, the use of a reset code is
strongly recommended.
8.2 Reset using a reset code
In case the call number is provided with a reset code, after the alarm report, the Octalarm will send
short waiting beeps with extended pauses in between, indicating the reset code to be entered now.
Enter the reset code using the telephone. If the code is right, an extended beep (5 seconds) is heard
and the alarm is reset. In case of an incorrect reset code, you hear some short error beeps shortly
after each other and the Octalarm waits for the correct reset code. The connection will be interrupted
after 2 minutes.
After the reset code has been accepted, the Octalarm will send waiting beeps again to give the caller
the opportunity to send commands for switching or remote programming. See paragraph 10
"SWITCHING THE RELAY OUTPUT BY TELEPHONE” respectively paragraph 17.1.3 “Programming
using a telephone line”.
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A reset code can only be entered using a tone dialling telephone.

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9. RETRIEVE ALARM STATUS BY TELEPHONE
This option enables you to retrieve the alarm status of the guarded object using a telephone. In case
the telephone dialler key is switched off, the status report can be retrieved anyhow.
Dial the number of the Octalarm. Provided the telephone line is not engaged, the Octalarm will answer
the call and put through all present alarms twice, using a recorded voice message (for version -S) or a
recognizable tone code. See paragraph 4.3.1 “Report to telephone" for the characteristics of the tone
codes.
In case no alarm is present, the Octalarm sends an extended beep of 5 seconds.
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In case the Octalarm is connected to a analogue telephone line together with communication
equipment provided with answering facilities (modem, fax and such) the usage of this option could
cause problems. If necessary, alter the number of signals after which the Octalarm has to answer
the call or completely switch off this function using the installation program.
10. SWITCHING THE RELAY OUTPUT BY TELEPHONE
The Octalarm is equipped with a relay control output. A connected relay can be controlled at a
distance using a telephone, for example to:
• reset an alarm device
• temporarily release an entrance door
• switch on or off the ventilation, the lighting or the burglar alarm.
The control can take place as follows:
BDial the number of the Octalarm, listen to the possible alarms and wait for the short waiting beeps.
BEnter one of the following switch commands:
• # 1 # , to switch on,
• # 0 # , to switch off,
• # 2 # , for a switch pulse of 10 seconds.
BIn case an access code is set, the switch command has to be given as follows: # switch command
# access code #. The access code is entered in the installation program.
BWait until the acceptance tone is sent back, the command will then be executed. A short
continuous error beep sounds in case of an incorrect code.
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Remote switching is only possible using a tone dialling telephone.