Sonic Alert HomeAware BLINK User manual

BLINK USER GUIDE
HA360B and HA360BDB

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Copyright © 2019 Sonic Alert. All right reserved.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your HomeAware™HA360B /
HA360BDB, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or injury to persons including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions, if there is
something you do not understand please call
our customer service.
2. Do not use any electrical product near a
bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink or laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or close to a swimming pool
or anywhere else there is water.
3. Do not use a telephone anywhere near a gas
leak.
4. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless
type) during a storm. There may be a risk of
electrical shock from lightning and electrical
storms.
5. Always unplug this product from the wall power
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the product. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning only.
6. Always place this product on a stable surface.
Serious damage and/or injury may result if the
product falls.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7. Do not cover slots, vents or openings on this
product. This product should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat register. This
product should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.
8. Always operate this product using electrical
voltage as specified on the base unit or in the
user guide. If you are not sure of the voltage in
your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
9. Do not place anything on the power cord. Install
the product where no one will step or trip on
the cord.
10. Never push any objects through the slots in the
product. They can touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a
risk of fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product
11. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords
as this can increase the risk of fire or electrical
shock.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlets and
refer servicing to the manufacturer under the
following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or
frayed.
B. If water or liquid has been spilled into or on
the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment
may require extensive work by a qualified
technician.
E. If the product has been dropped or if the
case has been damaged in any way.
13. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not
take this product apart. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or
other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause
electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
14. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning
storm.
15. Never install telephone jacks in damp or wet
areas.
16. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line and power
supply have first been disconnected.
17. Always use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
18. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated
in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a
fire. They may explode. Check with local codes
for possible special disposal instructions.
19. This product should not be exposed to dripping
or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on or near
the product.
20. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat,
such as sunshine or fire or any other heat
source.
21. The HomeAware main unit’s power supply plug
is used as the disconnect device, which shall
remain readily operable.

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FEATURES
•The brightest and most colorful signaling receiver
on the market today
•Connects to the HomeAware main unit,
transmitters, and receivers
•Works with compatible Sonic Alert legacy
receivers via the HomeAware bridge unit
•Blinks five unique colors to alert you to five
differing alerts
•The bright flash duration is 0.04 seconds
•Simply press the link button on HA360B to link to
HA360DB and other HomeAware receivers and
transmitters
•Move the HA360B switch from receiver mode to
master mode to reset the device
•A fully-charged battery lasts for 48 hours
•The battery charges fully within one hour
•One-year Sonic Alert warranty

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OUT OF BOX FIRST TIME USE
1. Plug in the HA360B.
2. Charge the HA360B fully
TO USE THE HOMEAWARE BLINK HA360B AS PART
OF THE HOMEAWARE SYSTEM
Linking:
•Set the Main / Receiver switch to Receiver. (see
illustration for switch location)
•Set the HomeAware Main to link mode.
•Press the LINK button on the HomeAware Blink.
It will glow purple for one second.
If there is a low battery on the HomeAware Blink, it
will flash yellow every eight seconds.
If there is a low battery on the HomeAware Doorbell,
the HomeAware Blink will flash green every eight
seconds.

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TO USE THE HOMEAWARE BLINK DOORBELL
HA360BDB AS A DOORBELL SIGNALER
Before linking please install batteries in your
HomeAware doorbell.
Install Batteries
The HomeAware™doorbell transmitter comes with
two #357 silver oxide long-lasting batteries that
need to be installed into the bottom of the unit.
Once installed the red light should light when the
button is pushed. If the light does not show, you may
have the batteries in backward.
Linking:
•Press the LINK button on the HomeAware
Doorbell. The HomeAware Blink will glow
purple for one second.
•When the HomeAware Doorbell is pressed, the
HomeAware Blink will flash four times and glow
green.

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SET UP FOR HOMEAWARE DOORBELL HA360BDB
The Placement of the Doorbell Transmitter
Proper placement of the HomeAware™doorbell
transmitter is important because it uses Digital RF
frequencies to send its signal. It’s important to not
place or install it on anything made of metal because
RF signals cannot transmit through anything made of
metal.
THE DOORBELL TRANSMITTER SET-UP
Installation and Set Up of Doorbell Transmitter
Note: There are two methods to install/set up the
doorbell transmitter, both require batteries
1. Stand-alone no chime box. With this method no
existing doorbell chime box is available.
Placement of the transmitter must be within
50ft of the HomeAware™Main unit (See Step 1
for doorbell transmitter set up below).
2. To the existing chime box. This is the preferred
method as it keeps the transmitter out of the
elements and in closer range to the main unit
(See step 2 for doorbell transmitter to the
existing chime box set up below).
Please determine which method you will use and
continue with the following installation directions.

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The DOORBELL TRANSMITTER SET-UP
Step 1) The Installation With No Existing Doorbell
Chime Box
For this method, you will need the provided
connector wire to install. We provide screws, and a
mounting block (see diagram for transmitter
installation on next page), also see step by step
instructions.
To install to a hard surface using the provided
hardware follow these steps:
a) Install mounting block using the provided short
screw. Install the small side to the surface (side
without the arrow). This will provide a space for
the unit to slide over to attach to the mounting
block.
b) Remove the screw cover at the top of the
doorbell unit, the cover has the Sonic Alert logo
on it; this will slide up to remove. Once
removed, you’ll see the top screw mounting
hole.

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THE DOORBELL TRANSMITTER SET UP CONTINUED
Step 1) The Installation with No Existing Doorbell
Chime Box Continued
c) Once the mounting block is in place, and you
have removed the top screw cover, position the
back of the doorbell transmitter over the
mounting block. There is a square opening that
the block will fit into (see below). The position
that opens over the mounting block. Next slide
the doorbell install the top screw. The doorbell
unit should stay on by itself if installed correctly.
If not then you may have the block mounted
upside down, try reversing it.

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THE DOORBELL TRANSMITTER SET UP Continued
Step 1) The Installation with No Existing Doorbell
Chime Box
d) Now that the doorbell unit is installed over the
mounting block and in place, you now can install
the long screw in the top hole, and replace the
screw cover.

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THE DOORBELL TRANSMITTER SET UP Continued
Step 2) The Installation to Existing Powered Door
Chime
With this method, you can install the HomeAware™
transmitter to your existing AC powered doorbell
chime. This method allows you to use the existing
doorbell button so there aren’t two buttons outside.
Use the provided connector wire to connect the
doorbell transmitter to your existing AC powered
chime box. Remove chime box cover and connect
the red and white wires to the existing terminal
screws (common and front) if connecting to the
front door. Otherwise, you can connect the red and
white wires to the (common and rear) screws for the
rear door.
Next, plug the jack at the opposite end of the wire
into the input on the side of the doorbell
transmitter. To test press the existing doorbell
button in your home, if the red LED lights up the
installation was successful. If the red light does not
light up check the wiring again, check if chime box
has power, also was the existing chime working
before you installed the wire? Please note not all
doorbell chime boxes will work with the transmitter.

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THE DOORBELL TRANSMITTER SET UP Continued
Mounting the Doorbell Transmitter
Use the provided hardware kit to mount the
transmitter. See diagram above for doorbell
transmitter set up.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
PART 68 OF FCC RULES INFORMATION
The HA360M complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules.
You must, upon request, provide the FCC registration
number and REN to your local phone company. Both
numbers are shown on the HA360M’s rating label.

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE CONTINUED
PART 15 OF FCC RULES INFORMATION
The HA360M complies with part 15 of the FCC rules, and
with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions; (1) This device might not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
according to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide responsible protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used per the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not interfere in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
i. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
ii. Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
iii. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
iv. Consult the dealer and/or the experienced radio
/TV technician for help.

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Modification not expressly approved by the manufacturer
and could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment under FCC rules.
GENERAL DATA
UL listed Power Adaptor: AC100-240V~, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: Adaptor Output: DC7.5V 2A
The Lightening
flash and
arrowhead within
the triangle is a
warning sign
alerting you of
dangerous voltage
inside the product.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE
THE RISK
OF
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, DO
NOT
REMOVE THE
COVER
(OR BACK)
FROM THE
PRODUCT.
NO USER-
SERVICEABLE
PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER
SERVICING
TO YOUR
SONIC ALERT
DEALER.
The exclamation
mark within the
triangle is a
warning sign
alerting you of
important
instructions
accompanying the
product.

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GENERAL DATA Continued
–Attention should be drawn to the environmental
aspects of battery disposal.
–This indicating separate collection for
electrical and electronic equipment.
SONIC ALERT’S 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
The HomeAware™HA360B is warranted against
manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship for one (1) year from the date of
purchase. Within this period Sonic Alert will repair or
replace at our option the HomeAware™HA360B
without charge for parts and labor.
Simply contact our customer service department
to obtain an RMA (return authorization number)
and instructions on how to process your product
for return. Send an e-mail to
[email protected]. You’ll need a
copy of your receipt to process the return
authorization.
Sonic Alert Warranty Center
850 Stephenson Hwy, Suite 323, Troy, MI 48083