Radio Shack Passive User manual

Owner’s Manual Please read before using this equipment.
Passive Infrared
Sensor Alarm
with Keychain Remote
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ˆ Contents
Features ................................................................. 3
Preparation ............................................................ 5
Installing Batteries ............................................... 5
Setting the Security Code ................................... 9
Resetting the Security Code ............................. 13
Installation ........................................................... 13
Choosing a Mounting Location ......................... 14
Temporarily Placing the Sensor Alarm .............. 15
Mounting the Sensor Alarm .............................. 17
Operation ............................................................. 19
Arming and Disarming the Sensor Alarm .......... 19
Using the Chime Alarm ..................................... 22
Using the Panic Alarm ...................................... 23
Care ...................................................................... 24
Replacing the Remote Control’s Battery ........... 25
FCC Statement ................................................. 26
Specifications ...................................................... 27
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Features
ˆ Features
Your RadioShack Passive Infrared Sensor Alarm is a
high-quality, battery-operated security device. It uses
a passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor to detect in-
truders and activate a built-in alarm.
The sensor alarm’s features include:
Wireless RF (Radio Frequency) Operation — pro-
vides maximum reliability with no wiring required.
Built-In PIR Sensor — detects motion up to 30 feet
(9.1 m) away and from an angle of up to 110 degrees.
Built-In Alarm Siren — activates when the sensor
detects an intruder, then automatically shuts down
and resets after about 2 minutes.
User-Programmable Security Code — lets you set
your own disarm code.
Entry/Exit Delay — gives you 30 seconds to disarm
the sensor alarm after you enter the protected area,
and gives you 10 seconds to leave the protected area
after you arm the alarm.
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Chime — lets you select a more pleasant sounding
doorbell-type chime as the audible alarm.
Panic Alarm — sounds the alarm immediately if you
press PANIC on the main unit or if you press both ARM
and DISARM (at the same time) on the remote control.
RF Remote Control Keychain — gives you simple
handheld control of your sensor alarm up to 50 feet
(15.2 m).
Battery-Operated — works even when electrical
power is off.
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Preparation
ˆ Preparation
INSTALLING BATTERIES
The main unit of your sensor alarm requires four AA
batteries (not supplied) for power. For the best perfor-
mance and longest life, we recommend alkaline bat-
teries (available at your local RadioShack store).
Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly and prop-
erly. Do not burn or bury them.
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and
recommended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types
of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable),
or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
Important: This alarm can use nickel-
cadmium rechargeable batteries. At
the end of a nickel-cadmium battery’s
useful life, it must be recycled or dis-
posed of properly. Contact your local,
county, or state hazardous waste
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management authorities for information on recycling
or disposal programs in your area or call 1-800-822-
8837. Some options that might be available are: mu-
nicipal curbside collection, drop-off boxes at retailers
such as your local RadioShack store, recycling collec-
tion centers, and mail-back programs.
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws
from the battery compartment cover, then lift off
the cover.
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2. Place the batteries in the compartment and on
top of the attached ribbon, as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.
Note: As soon as you press the last battery in
place, the alarm sounds a loud chirp and both the
red and the green indicators light briefly.
3. Replace the cover, then reinsert and tighten the
screws.
Notes:
• The alarm is disarmed after batteries are
installed.
• Replacing the main unit’s batteries automatically
resets the security code to 1234. Any time you
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replace these batteries, be sure to apply the cur-
rent security code to the remote control so the
sensor alarm will recognize the remote signals
(see “Remote Control” on Page 11).
When the main unit’s LOW BATT indicator flashes
about every 5 seconds, or if the sensor alarm stops
operating properly, replace the batteries.
Cautions:
• Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.
Do not burn or bury them.
• Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries
can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic
parts.
LOW BATT
PROG
INSTANT
DELAY
ARM
CHIME
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SETTING THE SECURITY CODE
Main Unit
You can use a four-digit security code to disarm the
alarm. The default code is 1234. Follow these steps
to set a new security code at any time.
1. Set the slide switch to either of the ARM settings.
LOW BATT
PROG
INSTANT
DELAY
ARM
CHIME
PANIC ARM CODE LEARN PROG
1234
67890
5
Red Indicator
Green Indicator
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2. If necessary, disarm the sensor alarm (the red
indicator should not be flashing) by entering the
current security code.
3. Press PROG. The sensor alarm beeps once and
the green PROG indicator lights.
4. Press CODE. The sensor alarm beeps twice and
the PROG indicator flashes slowly.
5. Enter the current four-digit security code. The
sensor alarm beeps three times and the PROG
indicator flashes quickly.
6. Enter your new four-digit security code. The
PROG indicator lights steadily and the sensor
alarm chirps to show that it stored the new secu-
rity code.
7. Press PROG. The PROG indicator turns off.
Note: If you don’t press a button for about 30 sec-
onds, the sensor alarm beeps, the PROG indicator
turns off automatically, and (if you have not complet-
ed Step 5) the security code remains unchanged.
Try arming and disarming your sensor alarm from the
main unit to be sure the security code works (see
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“Arming and Disarming the Sensor Alarm” on
Page 19).
Remote Control
Each time you remove and replace the batteries in
the main unit, you must program the main unit to rec-
ognize the remote control’s signals. If you change the
security code, there is no need to reprogram the main
unit; it will still recognize the remote signals. Follow
these steps to program the main unit so you can use
your remote control.
1. Set the slide switch to either of the ARM settings.
2. Press PROG. The sensor alarm beeps once and
its green PROG indicator lights.
3. Press LEARN. The sensor alarm beeps twice and
its PROG indicator flashes slowly.
PROG
PANIC ARM CODE LEARN PROG
1234
67890
5
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4. Enter your four-digit security code. The sensor
alarm beeps three times and its PROG indicator
flashes quickly.
5. Press ARM or DISARM on your remote control.
The alarm’s PROG indicator lights steadily and
the sensor alarm chirps, indicating that it
received the remote signal.
6. Press PROG. The sensor alarm’s PROG indicator
turns off.
Note: If you do not press a button for about 30 sec-
onds, the sensor alarm beeps, its PROG indicator
turns off automatically, and (if you have not complet-
ed Step 4) the sensor alarm does not recognize the
remote signals. Start over at Step 1.
Try arming and disarming your sensor alarm from the
remote control to be sure the sensor alarm recogniz-
ARM DISARM
PANIC
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es the remote signals (see “Arming and Disarming
the Sensor Alarm” on Page 19).
RESETTING THE SECURITY CODE
If you ever forget your security code, you can easily
reset it to the default code (1234) by removing and re-
installing the main unit’s batteries (see “Installing Bat-
teries” on Page 5).
Remember that after removing and reinstalling batter-
ies in the main unit, you must program the main unit
to recognize the remote control’s signals (see “Re-
mote Control” on Page 11).
Note: The alarm is disarmed after batteries are in-
stalled.
ˆ Installation
To help you avoid false alarms, mount your sensor
alarm’s main unit:
• where it will not be in direct sunlight
• away from heat sources, such as space heaters,
radiators, and exposed light bulbs
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• out of strong drafts, like those caused by central
heating vents or air conditioners or air movement
around fireplaces, exterior walls and windows,
and refrigerators
• so it does not detect your pet’s movements
CHOOSING A MOUNTING LOCATION
The sensor alarm’s main unit is designed to be
mounted on a smooth, flat wall surface. Select a
mounting location where the alarm is most likely to
detect an intruder. We recommend mounting it at a
height of about 51/2feet (1.7 m). At this height, the
sensor alarm detects motion up to 30 feet (9.1 m)
away and from an angle of up to 110 degrees. How-
ever, there is a blind area of about 10 feet (3 m) di-
rectly in front of the main unit.
Note: Your sensor alarm’s coverage depends on how
high you mount it, the shape of the room(s), furniture
placement in the area, and so on.
10 feet
51/2feet "A" ZONE
"B" ZONE
"C" ZONE
SIDEVIEW
Coverage Area
(Side View)
51/2Feet
Blind Area
(10 Feet)
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TEMPORARILY PLACING THE
SENSOR ALARM
Before you permanently mount the sensor alarm,
temporarily place it at the selected location so you
can check the coverage area. You might need to
check several different locations to find the best one.
Place the main unit on a stepladder (for example) at
the recommended height, then move the stepladder
to various locations in the room(s) you want to pro-
tect.
Checking the Coverage Area
To be sure the sensor detects motion in the areas you
want to protect, follow these steps.
1. If necessary, disarm the sensor alarm (the red
indicator should not be flashing) by entering the
current security code.
2. Confirm that the area is clear of anything that
might trigger the alarm (such as people and
pets).
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3. Set the main unit’s slide switch to CHIME. A door-
bell-type chime immediately sounds.
4. Walk around in the protected area. When the
sensor alarm detects your motion, the chime
sounds again.
• If the sensor alarm does not chime when you
are within the coverage area, change the main
unit’s location.
• If the sensor alarm chimes when you are out-
side the coverage area, check the area to see
what is causing the false alarm and remove
the item, or change the main unit’s location.
LOW BATT
PROG
INSTANT
DELAY
ARM
CHIME
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MOUNTING THE SENSOR ALARM
After you determine the best location for your sensor
alarm, follow these steps to mount it on the wall.
1. If necessary, disarm the sensor alarm (the red
indicator should not be flashing) by entering the
current security code.
2. Drill two holes 13/8inches (35 mm) apart. Then
thread a screw into each hole, letting the heads
extend about 3/16 inch (5 mm).
Note: The two supplied mounting screws are
suitable for mounting the sensor alarm’s main
unit on a wooden surface. If you are mounting
the main unit on drywall, masonry, or another
type of surface, use the appropriate mounting
hardware (not supplied).
3. Turn the main unit about 30 degrees counter-
clockwise, then slide the left screw head into the
horizontal groove on the back of the unit.
Horizontal
Groove
Curved
Groove
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4. Turn the main unit clockwise (so the right screw
head slides into the curved groove) until it is
secure.
LOW BATT
PROG
INSTANT
DELAY
ARM
CHIME
PANIC ARM CODE LEARN PROG
1234
67890
5
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ˆ Operation
We recommend that you test the sensor alarm at
least once a month by arming and disarming it as de-
scribed in the following section.
ARMING AND DISARMING THE
SENSOR ALARM
Arming
To have the alarm’s siren sound as soon as the sen-
sor detects motion, set the main unit’s slide switch to
INSTANT.
LOW BATT
PROG
INSTANT
DELAY
ARM
CHIME
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To have the alarm’s siren sound about 30 seconds af-
ter the sensor detects motion, set the slide switch to
DELAY.
To arm the sensor alarm, press ARM on the main unit
or on the remote control. At either the INSTANT or DE-
LAY setting, you have 10 seconds to leave the sensor
alarm’s coverage area. During this exit delay, the
main unit beeps every second and its red indicator
flashes. At the end of the 10-second delay, the main
unit beeps twice, the indicator flashes about every 5
seconds, and the sensor alarm is armed.
If you arm the sensor alarm in the INSTANT setting,
when the alarm detects motion in the protected area,
the alarm siren sounds immediately and the indicator
stays on.
If you arm the sensor alarm in the DELAY setting,
when the alarm detects motion in the protected area,
PROG
PANIC ARM CODE LEARN PROG
1234
67890
5
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