Sensaphone 1800 User manual
User’s Manual
Version 1.03
1800
SENSAPHONE®
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this
document is complete, accurate and up-to-date. Phonetics, Inc.
assumes no responsibility for the results of errors beyond its control.
Phonetics, Inc. also cannot guarantee that changes in equipment
made by other manufacturers, and referred to in this manual, will
not affect the applicability of the information in this manual.
Copyright © 2003 by Phonetics, Inc., dba SENSAPHONE®
First Edition, version 1.03, September, 2008
Written and produced by Phonetics, Inc.
Please address comments on this publication to:
Sensaphone
901 Tryens Road
Aston, PA 19014
Sensaphone is a registered trademark of Phonetics, Inc.
Important Safety Instructions
Your Sensaphone 1800 has been carefully designed to give you years of safe,
reliable performance. As with all electrical equipment, however, there are a few
basic precautions you should take to avoid hurting yourself or damaging the unit:
• Readtheinstallationandoperatinginstructionsinthismanualcarefully.Be
sure to save it for future reference.
• Readandfollowallwarningandinstructionlabelsontheproductitself.
• ToprotecttheSensaphone1800fromoverheating,makesureallopenings
on the unit are not blocked. Do not place on or near a heat source, such as a
radiator or heat register.
• Do not use your Sensaphone 1800 near water, or spill liquid of any kind into it.
• BecertainthatyourpowersourcematchestheratinglistedontheACpower
transformer. If you’re not sure of the type of power supply to your facility,
consult your dealer or local power company.
• Donotallowanythingtorestonthepowercord.Donotlocatethisproduct
where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
• Donotoverloadwalloutletsandextensioncords,asthiscanresultintherisk
of fire or electric shock.
• Neverpushobjectsofanykindintothisproductthroughventilationholesas
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Toreducetheriskofelectricshock,donotdisassemblethisproduct,but
return it to Sensaphone Customer Service or another approved repair facility
when any service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may
exposeyoutodangerousvoltagesorotherrisks.Incorrectreassemblycan
cause electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.
• IfanythinghappensthatindicatesthatyourSensaphone1800isnotworking
properly or has been damaged, unplug it immediately and follow the
procedures in the manual for having it serviced. Return the unit for servicing
under the following conditions:
1. The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged.
2. Liquidhasbeenspilledintotheproductorithasbeenexposedtowater.
3. The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure is damaged.
4. The unit doesn’t function normally when you’re following the operating
instructions.
• Avoidusingatelephone(otherthanacordlesstype)duringanelectrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Donotusethetelephonetoreportagasleakinthevicinityoftheleak.
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CAUTION: Toreducetheriskoffireorinjurytopersons,readandfollowthese
instructions:
1. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer.
2. Donotdisposeofthebatteryinafire.Thecellmayexplode.Checkwith
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and
maycausedamagetotheeyesorskin.Itmaybetoxicifswallowed.
4. Exercisecareinhandlingbatteryinordernottoshortthebatterywith
conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause burns.
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FCC Requirements
Part 68: The Sensaphone 1800 complies with 47 CFR, Part 68 of the rules. On
the back of the unit there is a label that contains, among other information,
theCertificationNumberandtheRingerEquivalenceNumber(REN)forthis
equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local
telephone company.
The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices that you may connect to
your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone
number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN’s of all devices
connectedtoonelineshouldnotexceedfive(5.0).Tobecertainofthenumber
of devices that you may connect to your line, you may want to contact your local
telephonecompanytodeterminethemaximumRENforyourcallingarea.
TheapplicablecertificationjackUSOCforthisequipmentis:RJ11C.Thefacility
interfacecode(FIC)forthisequipmentis:02LS2.
A compliant telephone cord and modular plug are provided with equipment. This
equipment is designated to be connected to the telephone network or premises
wiringusingacompatiblemodularjackwhichisPart68compliant.See
Installation Instructions for details.
This equipment may not be used on coin service units provided by the telephone
company.Connectiontopartylinesissubjecttostatetariffs.Contactthestate
public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission
for information.
Should the 1800 cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may
discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance.
Butifadvancenoticeisn’tpractical,thetelephonecompanymaytemporarily
discontinue service without notice and you will be notified as soon as possible.
You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. The telephone
company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures
where such action is reasonably required in the operation of its business and is not
inconsistent with the rules and regulations of the FCC that could affect the proper
functioning of your equimenpt. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give
you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.
Ifyouexperiencetroublewiththe1800,oryouneedinformationonobtaining
service or repairs, please contact:
Sensaphone
901 Tryens Road
Aston, PA 19014
Toll-Free: 1-877-373-2700
FAX:610-558-0222
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If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may ask that you disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has
been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
Part15:Thisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimits
foraClassAdigitaldevice,pursuanttoPart15oftheFCCRules.Theselimits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interferenceathisownexpense.
General Requirements for all Automatic Dialers
Whenprogrammingemergencynumbersand(or)makingtestcallstoemergency
numbers:
1.Remainonthelineandbrieflyexplaintothedispatcherthereasonforthecall.
2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late
evenings.
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Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Notice: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies
certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements. The
Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Beforeinstallingthisequipment,usersshouldensurethatitispermissibleto
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In
some cases, the company’s inside wiring associated with a single line individual
servicemaybeextendedbymeansofacertifiedconnectorassembly(telephone
extensioncord).Thecustomershouldbeawarethatcompliancewiththeabove
conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give
the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Usersshouldensurefortheirownprotectionthattheelectricalgroundconnections
of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if
present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in
rural areas.
CAUTION:Usersshouldnotattempttomakesuchconnec-
tions themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric
inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
TheRingerEquivalenceNumber(REN)assignedtoeachterminaldevicedenotes
the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used
by the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a loop may consist of any
combinationofdevicessubjectonlytotherequirementthatthetotaloftheRinger
EquivalentNumbersofallthedevicesdoesnotexceed5.0.ForSensaphone1800,
theACRingerEquivalentNumberis0.6B.
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3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PLEASE READ THIS WARRANTY CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE
PRODUCT.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS SENSAPHONE’S STANDARD
TERMS AND CONDITIONS. WHERE PERMITTED BY THE APPLICABLE
LAW, BY KEEPING YOUR SENSAPHONE PRODUCT BEYOND THIRTY
(30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF DELIVERY, YOU FULLY ACCEPT THE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
IN ADDITION, WHERE PERMITTED BY THE APPLICABLE LAW, YOUR
INSTALLATION AND/OR USE OF THE PRODUCT CONSTITUTES FULL
ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS "LIMITED WARRANTY
OR WARRANTY"). IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING ANY LIMITATIONS OF
WARRANTY, INDEMNIFICATION TERMS OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY,
THEN YOU SHOULD NOT USE THE PRODUCT AND SHOULD RETURN
IT TO THE SELLER FOR A REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE. THE
LAW MAY VARY BY JURISDICTION AS TO THE APPLICABILITY OF YOUR
INSTALLATION OR USE ACTUALLY CONSTITUTING ACCEPTANCE OF
THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS HEREIN AND AS TO THE APPLICABILITY
OF ANY LIMITATION OF WARRANTY, INDEMNIFICATION TERMS OR
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY.
1. WARRANTOR: In this Warranty, Warrantor shall mean "Dealer,
Distributor, and/or Manufacturer."
2. ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: This Product is warranted to be free
from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations and
exclusions set out below.
3. WARRANTY AND REMEDY: Three-Year Warranty — In the event that
the Product does not conform to this warranty at any time during the time
of three years from original purchase, warrantor will repair the defect and
return it to you at no charge.
This warranty shall terminate and be of no further effect at the time the
product is: (1) damaged by extraneous cause such as fire, water, lightning,
etc. or not maintained as reasonable and necessary; or (2) modified; or (3)
improperly installed; or (4) misused; or (5) repaired or serviced by someone
other than Warrantors’ authorized personnel or someone expressly
authorized by Warrantor’s to make such service or repairs; (6) used in a
manner or purpose for which the product was not intended; or (7) sold by
original purchaser.
LIMITED WARRANTY, LIMITATION OF DAMAGES AND DISCLAIMER
OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES: THE WARRANTOR’S OBLIGATION
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UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
OF THE PRODUCT, AT THE WARRANTOR’S OPTION AS TO REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL WARRANTORS BE
LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT OF ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL AND/OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF
ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY LABOR COSTS,
PRODUCT COSTS, LOST REVENUE, BUSINESS INTERRUTPION
LOSSES, LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF DATA
OR INFORMATION, OR FINANCIAL LOSS, FOR CLAIMS OF ANY
NATURE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CLAIMS IN CONTRACT,
BREACH OF WARRANTY OR TORT, AND WHETHER OR NOT
CAUSED BY WARRANTORS’ NEGLIGENCE. IN THE EVENT THAT
IT IS DETERMINED IN ANY ADJUDICATION THAT THE LIMITED
WARRANTIES OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ARE INAPPLICABLE,
THEN THE PURCHASER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE PAYMENT TO
THE PURCHASER OF THE ORIGINAL COST OF THE PRODUCT, AND IN
NO EVENT SHALL WARRANTORS BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR
PAYMENT OF ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL AND/OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO ANY LOST REVENUE, BUSINESS INTERRUTPION LOSSES, LOST
PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF DATA OR INFORMATION, OR
FINANCIAL LOSS, FOR CLAIMS OF ANY NATURE, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO CLAIMS IN CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANTY
OR TORT, AND WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED BY WARRANTORS’
NEGLIGENCE.
WITHOUT WAIVING ANY PROVISION IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY,
IF A CIRCUMSTANCE ARISES WHERE WARRANTORS ARE FOUND
TO BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF
MISTAKES, NEGLIGENCE, OMISSIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS,
ERRORS OR DEFECTS IN WARRANTORS’ PRODUCTS OR SERVICES,
SUCH LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY
THE CUSTOMER FOR WARRANTORS’ PRODUCT AND SERVICES
OR $250.00, WHICHEVER IS GREATER. YOU HEREBY RELEASE
WARRANTORS FROM ANY AND ALL OBLIGATIONS, LIABILITIES AND
CLAIMS IN EXCESS OF THIS LIMITATION.
INDEMNIFICATION AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE: YOU WILL
INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS WARRANTORS,
THEIR OWNERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS,
SUPPLIERS OR AFFILIATED COMPANIES, AGAINST ANY AND ALL
CLAIMS, DEMANDS OR ACTIONS BASED UPON ANY LOSSES,
LIABILITIES, DAMAGES OR COSTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
DAMAGES THAT ARE DIRECT OR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL, AND INCLUDING ATTORNEYS FEES AND LEGAL
COSTS, THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE WARRANTORS’ PRODUCTS AND
SERVICES, OR FROM THE FAILURE OF THE WARRANTORS’ SYSTEM
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TO REPORT A GIVEN EVENT OR CONDITION, WHETHER OR NOT
CAUSED BY WARRANTORS’ NEGLIGENCE.
YOU AGREE TO RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT
TO SUE WARRANTORS, THEIR OWNERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS,
EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS OR AFFILIATED COMPANIES,
FOR ANY AND ALL LIABILITIES POTENTIALLY ARISING FROM ANY
CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION BASED UPON ANY LOSSES, LIABILITIES,
DAMAGES OR COSTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES
THAT ARE DIRECT OR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL, AND INCLUDING ATTORNEYS FEES AND LEGAL
COSTS, THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE WARRANTORS’ PRODUCTS AND
SERVICES, OR FROM THE FAILURE OF THE WARRANTORS’ SYSTEM
TO REPORT A GIVEN EVENT OR CONDITION, WHETHER OR NOT
CAUSED BY WARRANTORS’ NEGLIGENCE, EXCEPT AS NECESSARY
TO ENFORCE THE EXPRESS TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY: THE LIMITED WARRANTY OR WARRANTIES
DESCRIBED HEREIN CONSTITUTE THE SOLE WARRANTY OR
WARRANTIES TO THE PURCHASER. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED, INCLUDING: THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTIBILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR USE AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THE WARRANTY OF NON-
INFRINGEMENT AND/OR ANY WARRANTY ARISING FROM A COURSE
OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE.
It must be clear that the Warrantors are not insuring your premises or
business or guaranteeing that there will not be damage to your person or
property or business if you use this Product. You should maintain insurance
coverage sufficient to provide compensation for any loss, damage, or
expense that may arise in connection with the use of products or services,
even if caused by Warrantors’ negligence. The warrantors assume no
liability for installation of the Product and/or interruptions of the service due
to strikes, riots, floods, fire, and/or any cause beyond Seller’s control, further
subject to the limitations expressed in any License Agreement or other
Agreement provided by Warrantors to purchaser.
The agreement between the Warrantors and the Purchaser, including but
not limited to the terms and conditions herein shall not be governed by
the Convention for the International Sale of Goods. Where applicable, the
Uniform Commercial Code as adopted by the State of Delaware shall apply.
4. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: In
the event that the Product does not conform to this warranty, the Product
should be shipped or delivered freight prepaid to a Warrantor with evidence
of original purchase.
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5. LEGAL REMEDIES AND DISCLAIMER: Some jurisdictions may
not allow, or may place limits upon, the exclusion and/or limitation of
implied warranties, incidental damages and/or consequential damages
for some types of goods or products sold to consumers and/or the use
of indemnification terms. Thus, the exclusions, indemnification terms
and limitations set out above may not apply, or may be limited in their
application, to you. If the implied warranties can not be excluded, and
the applicable law permits limiting the duration of implied warranties,
then the implied warranties herein are to be limited to the same duration
as the applicable written warranty or warranties herein. The warranty or
warranties herein may give you specific legal rights that will depend upon
the applicable law. You may also have other legal rights depending upon
the law in your jurisdiction.
6. CHOICE OF FORUM AND CHOICE OF LAW: In the event that a
dispute arises out of or in connection with this Limited Warranty, then
any claims or suits of any kind concerning such disputes shall only and
exclusively be brought in either the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware
County, Pennsylvania or the United States District Court for the Eastern
District of Pennsylvania.
Regardless of the place of contracting or performance, this Limited
Warranty and all questions relating to its validity, interpretation, performance
and enforcement shall be governed by and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to the principles of
conflicts of law.
Effective date 04/01/2006
PHONETICS, INC. d.b.a. SENSAPHONE
901 Tryens Road
Aston, PA 19014
Phone: 610.558.2700 Fax: 610.558.0222
www.sensaphone.com
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Important Safety Instructions.......................iii
FCC Requirements .............................v
Canadian Department of Communications Statement...vii
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY......................ix
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION............... 17
FEATURES...................................18
LAYOUT ....................................19
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ..........................20
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION ................ 21
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT .....................21
Mounting the 1800........................21
Locking the Enclosure ......................22
Grounding ..............................22
TURNING THE 1800 ON ........................24
Backup Battery ...........................24
TELEPHONE LINE .............................25
Line Seizure .............................25
WIRING SENSORS AND TRANSDUCERS ............26
Wiring Recommendations ...................27
LED INDICATORS .............................28
CHAPTER 3: QUICK START GUIDE ........... 29
HOW THE KEYPAD COMMANDS WORK ............29
ABORTING A COMMAND.......................29
ERROR MESSAGES ............................29
ACKNOWLEDGING A FALSE ALARM ...............30
RECOMMENDED PROGRAMMING STEPS............30
CHAPTER 4: ZONE PROGRAMMING ......... 31
CONFIGURE ZONE TYPE........................31
MANUAL ZONE CONFIGURATION ................32
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ENABLE/DISABLE ZONE ALARMS .................34
ENABLE/DISABLE SOUND LEVEL ALARM ............35
ENABLE/DISABLE POWER .......................36
CONFIGURE TEMPERATURE SCALE ................37
CONFIGURE TABLE RANGE FOR 4–20mA SENSORS ...38
ALARM RECOGNITION TIME .....................41
ALARM LIMITS ...............................44
ZONE CALIBRATION...........................47
SOUND LEVEL CALIBRATION .....................49
DESIGNATING A ZONE AS UNUSED ...............51
EXIT DELAY..................................52
TEMPERATURE-ONLY STATUS REPORT ..............53
CHAPTER 5: COMMUNICATION PROGRAMMING55
DATE and TIME...............................55
VOICE MESSAGES ............................57
ID NUMBER .................................60
ALARM DIAL-OUT TELEPHONE NUMBERS ...........62
Voice Dialout ............................62
Numeric Pager Dialout .....................64
Alphanumeric Pager Dialout..................67
SPECIAL DIALING OPTIONS .....................71
Blind Dialing ............................72
DIAL-OUT TEST MODE..........................73
ALARM ACKNOWLEDGMENT CODES ..............74
ALARM HISTORY .............................76
Deleting the Alarm History ...................76
TONE OR PULSE DIALING.......................77
RINGS UNTIL ANSWER.........................78
CALL DELAY TIME .............................79
INTERCALL TIME ..............................81
CALL PROGRESS..............................83
VOICE REPETITIONS ...........................84
MAX CALLS .................................85
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TELEPHONE ANSWERING DEVICE (TAD) COMPATIBILITY 87
LISTEN-IN TIME...............................88
LOCKING THE KEYPAD .........................89
SPEAKER MUTE ..............................91
CALLBACK ACKNOWLEDGMENT..................92
CHAPTER 6: CONTROLLING THE OUTPUT ..... 93
AUTOMATIC MODES...........................93
MANUAL MODE ..............................94
CHAPTER 7: INTERNET WEB STATUS ......... 97
CHAPTER 8: OPERATION.................. 99
ALARM DIALOUT AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT.........99
Alarm Recognition.........................99
Alarm Notification.........................99
Dialout Note: Call Progress ..................99
Alarm Dialout—Voice ......................99
Alarm Dialout—Pager .....................100
Alarm Dialout—Alphanumeric Pager ...........100
ALARM ACKNOWLEDGMENT ...................101
Alarm Acknowledgment—Voice Dialout.........101
Alarm Acknowledgment—Numeric Pager Dialout ..101
Alarm Acknowledgment—Alpha Pager Dialout....103
Alarm Acknowledgment—Automatic (Max Calls) . . 104
CALL-IN STATUS .............................105
REMOTE COMMANDS VIA TOUCH-TONE PHONE ....106
APPENDIX A: Checking for Proper Operation . 111
APPENDIX B: Replacing the Back-up Battery . . 113
APPENDIX C: Troubleshooting the 1800 ..... 115
APPENDIX D: 2.8 and 10K Thermistor Tables . 125
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APPENDIX E: 1800 Technical Specifications ... 127
APPENDIX F: 1800 Quick Reference Guide ... 129
APPENDIX G: Accessories ................ 133
APPENDIX H: Returning Your 1800 for Repair . 135
Test Log ............................. 137
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sensaphone 1800. The
1800 is a powerful monitoring, alarm, and event logging system.
It can monitor equipment and environmental conditions using
eight universal Zones, built-in power failure detection, and sound
level monitoring. The Sensaphone 1800 also features several
communication options: user-recordable voice, numeric pager, and
alphanumericpager(wirelessphonetextmessage).The1800can
also produce a web page of zone status and alarm history, using
our optional service. The 1800 is the ultimate choice for multi-zone
industrial monitoring applications.
The Sensaphone 1800 is a fully programmable environmental
monitoring system for unattended or remote applications. The unit
willmonitorandalarmoneightzones:N.O./N.C.(NormallyOpen
orNormallyClosed)contact,2.8Kor10Kthermistor(temperature
sensor),and4–20mAtransducer.TheunitwillalsomonitorAC
power, sound level, and battery condition. On the front of the
unit are LED indicators to show the operating status. Each zone
(includingpower,soundandbattery)hasastatusLEDindicating
the alarm status of the Zone. There is also an LED to indicate if
theOutputisOn,anLEDforPhoneIn-UsestatusandanLEDfor
System-On status.
The unit is programmed using the built-in keypad and voice
response menus. All programming is stored in nonvolatile memory
so that all programming is retained even without power. The unit
is capable of performing alarm event logging of the eight universal
Zones,power,andsound.Theeventlogging(history)isalsostored
in nonvolatile memory. A battery-backed real-time clock is also
included to time-stamp logged events. The alarm event history
can be heard through the built-in speaker or remotely over the
telephone. A complete status report of all monitored conditions can
also be heard simply by calling the 1800. An optional web page
can be periodically updated to allow viewing 1800 status from any
internet-connected computer.
The unit comes in a plastic NEMA-4 enclosure with tabs for wall
or panel mounting. Terminal connections for Zones, outputs and
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power are easily accessible from the front of the unit. The 1800 is
powered by a plug-in adapter and has a 2.2AH rechargeable backup
battery located behind the panel. Circuitry in the unit will maintain
precise charging of the battery system. The unit also includes Line
Seizure capability to ensure that the telephone line is available when
necesssary(SeeoptionalLineSeizureKit#FGD-0060).
FEATURES
The Sensaphone 1800 includes the following features:
EightZonesconfigurableastemperature,4–20mAor
dry contact
Calibration for each each Zone
Each Zone can be individually enabled or disabled
Power monitor
Highsound-levelmonitor(w/optionalexternalmic)
1relayoutput(manualorautomaticcontrol)
14 status LEDs
Dial out to eight telephone numbers
User-recordablevoicemessages
Alarm dialout via voice, numeric pager and
alphanumericpager(wirelessphonetextmessage)
LineSeizureviaoptionalkit(FGD-0060)
Microphoneforon-sitelisten-in(w/optionalexternal
mic
Time-stamped Alarm History
Optional web page
Superior surge/lightning protection on all Zones,
telephone line and power supply
12-hour rechargeable battery backup
NEMA-4 enclosure
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LAYOUT
Figure 1: Sensaphone 1800 diagram
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1.ProgrammingKeypad
2.GroundingLug
3. 12v a c Power Terminals
4. N.O./N.C. Relay Output
Terminals
5.8ZoneTerminals
6.SpeakerGrille
7.PowerButton
8.PhoneNetwork/Extension
Terminals
9.ExternalMicTerminals
10.Built-inCondenserMic
11. System On LED
12. Phone-in-use LED
13. Output On LED
14.BatteryOKLED
15.ZoneAlarmLEDs
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Reading this instruction manual will help you install and program
the 1800. Programming and voice recording are performed locally
using the built-in keypad. Some programming can also be accessed
via touch-tone phone.
If there are any questions or problems that arise upon installation or
operation, please contact Technical Support at:
PHONETICS, INC.
901 Tryens Road
Aston, PA 19014
Toll-Free Phone: 1-877-373-2700
FAX:610-558-0222
suppor[email protected]
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