Telguard TG-4 User manual

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TELGUARD® DIGITAL
TG-4
Residential Primary & Small Business Cellular Alarm
Communicator
Cellular Alarm Transmission System
Using GSM Digital Cellular Technology
P/N: TG4G0001
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For use by TELGUARD®customers only. Distribution to others strictly prohibited.
COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL
Technical Support: 800-229-2326
M-F 8:00AM – 8:00PM EST
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
The activation form must be completed before leaving for the job site to install the Telguard product.
The activation form may be completed by: •Fax – 678-945-1651
•Email – [email protected]
•Online – www.telguardonline.com
Revised May 23, 2007
TELGUARD®is a registered trademark of Telular Corporation. Products are
protected under one or more of the following U.S. patents:
4,658,096 4,737,975 4,775,997 4,868,519 4,922,517
© 2006 Telular Corporation

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FOREWORD
Many customers purchase the TelguardDigital because they prefer its price and features. The Telguard
model TG-4 (p/n TG4G0001) is UL Listed for Household Fire systems, Household Burglary systems and
Miscellaneous Supplemental Use. This means that the TG-4 may be used in Household Burglary systems or
Household Fire systems as the main or secondary communication line.
The TG-4 may not be used in applications that require UL Grade A Burglary or Fire Listings. If such UL
Listings are not required, it is possible to use model TG-4. This means that the TG-4 will not enhance or
degrade the grade of service if used for commercial purposes.
NOTICES
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual assumes that you have basic security system installation skills such as
measuring voltages, stripping wire, properly connecting wires together, connecting wires to
terminals, and checking phone lines. It also assumes that you have a familiarity with the
proper installation and programming tasks related to various control communicator panels.
The material and instructions covered in this manual have been carefully checked for accuracy
and are presumed to be reliable. However, Telular assumes no responsibility for inaccuracies
and reserves the right to modify and revise this manual without notice.
It is our goal at Telular to always supply accurate and reliable documentation. If a discrepancy
is found in this documentation, please mail or fax a photocopy of the corrected material to:
Telular Security Products
Technical Services Department
420 Thornton Road, Suite 109
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Fax: [phone]
© 2007 Telular Corporation. Lithia Springs, GA U.S.A. All rights reserved.
FCC Notices
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY
In 1991, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and in 1992, the American National
Standards Institute (ANSI), updated the 1982 ANSI Standard for safety levels with respect to human
exposure to RF energy. Over 120 scientists, engineers and physicians from universities, government
health agencies and industry, after reviewing the available body of research, developed this updated
Standard. In March 1993, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposed the adoption
of this updated Standard.
The design of your Telular Telguard complies with this updated Standard. Of course, if you want to limit
RF exposure even further than the updated ANSI Standard, you may choose to install the unit in a
manner that locates its antenna at an even greater distance from the general public than is recommended
as a minimum by the standard.
To insure compliance with the standard, when selecting a mounting location for your Telguard do not
mount it (or its associated antenna) in an area where the general public could reasonably be within 8
inches (20 centimeters) of the antenna.
EFFICIENT OPERATION
Do not operate your Telular product when holding the antenna. Be sure to mount the unit such that its
antenna is a minimum of eight (8) inches (20 centimeters) is maintained from the general public.
For the best service quality, keep the antenna free from obstructions and point the antenna straight up.

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ANTENNA CARE AND REPLACEMENT
Do not use the unit with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a
minor burn may result. Have your antenna replaced by a qualified technician immediately. Use only a
manufacturer-approved antenna. Non-approved antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair
service quality, damage the Telguard and violate FCC regulations.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy. However, RF energy from cellular devices
may affect inadequately shielded electronic equipment. RF energy may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic equipment operating in homes and businesses. Check with the
manufacturer or its representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external
RF energy. Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices (such as pacemakers, hearing
aids, etc.) to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy.
BLASTING AREAS
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn OFF your unit when in a “blasting area” or in areas
posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Construction crews often use remote control RF devices to set off
explosives.
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
Turn OFF your unit when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but your
Telguard Digital or its accessories could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are
often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as gas stations; below deck on
boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas where the air contains chemicals or particles,
such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn
off your vehicle engine.
Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the area of your Telguard Digital or
accessories.
Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with the National Fire
Protection Standard (FPA-58). For a copy of this standard, contact the National Fire Protection
Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269, Attn: Publications Sales Division.
PART 68
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. Located on the inside cover of the Telguard 
model TG4G0001 is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to
the Telephone Company.
The Telguard - Cellular Alarm Transmission System is registered for connection to the public telephone
network using an RJ38X or RJ31X jack. When selecting a mounting location, do not mount this unit in an
area where the general public could reasonably be within 20cm (8 inches) of the antenna. The ringer
equivalence number (REN) is used to determine the quantity of devices, which may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive REN's on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to
an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN's should not exceed five (5.0). To be
certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total number of
REN's, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum of REN for the calling area.

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REPAIR AND WARRANY
If the Telguard  Cellular Alarm Transmission System caused harm to the telephone network, the
Telephone Company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of the service may be
required. But if advance notice is not practical, the Telephone Company will notify the customer as soon
as possible. Also, you will be advised of your rights to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is
necessary. The telephone company may make changes in it's facilities, equipment, operation, or
procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the Telephone Company will
provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain
uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with the Telguard
 Cellular Alarm Transmission System
please contact Telular Tech Support in the U.S.A. for repair and (or) warranty information.
If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company may request that you
remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.
The customer (user) should not attempt any repair to the Telguard
 Cellular Alarm Transmission System.
Repair of this equipment should be referred to only qualified technical personnel.
Note that this equipment cannot be used on the public coin service provided by the Telephone Company.
Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission
or corporation commission for information).
Telular will repair or replace (our option) inoperative units for up to two years from date of manufacture. This
excludes damage due to lightning or installer error. Unauthorized modifications void this warranty. Not
responsible for incidental or consequential damages. Liability limited to price of unit. This is the exclusive
warranty and no other warranties will be honored, whether expressed or implied. An RMA must be
assigned by calling Telular Tech Support 800-229-2326 before returning product to:
Telular Corporation
Attention: Repair Depot
1801 South Fulton Drive
Corinth, MS 38834
RMA number must be on outside of box or product will not be accepted.
FUTURE TESTING AND LIMITATIONS ON USE
Telguardis part of an advanced design alarm-communication system. It does not offer guaranteed
protection against burglary and fire. Any alarm communication system is subject to compromise or
failure.
The Telguardwill not work without power. Devices powered by AC will not work if the AC power supply
is off for any reason, however briefly, and at the same time, the backup battery is missing, dead or not
properly installed.
The cellular radio network, needed to transmit alarm signals from a protected premises to a central
monitoring station, may be inoperable or temporarily out of service. Cellular radio networks are also
subject to compromise by sophisticated methods of attack.
This equipment, like any other electrical device is subject to component failure. Although this equipment
is designed to be long lasting, the electrical components could fail at any time.
Due to these limitations, we recommend that if the automatic self-test feature is not enabled, other
arrangements be made with the user to test the system at least once every three months. Moreover,
arrangements should also be made for on-site inspection/test by a licensed alarm installer at least once
each year.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE OF TELGUARD®PRODUCTS (“PRODUCT”)
These Terms and Conditions are a legal contract between you and Telular Corporation for the title to and
use of the Product. BY RETAINING AND USING THE PRODUCT YOU AGREE TO THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS INCLUDING WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS, LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY AND
INDEMNIFICATION PROVISIONS BELOW. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS, DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT AND IMMEDIATELY RETURN THE UNUSED PRODUCT
FOR A COMPLETE REFUND. You agree to accept sole responsibility for any misuse of the Product by
you; and, in addition, any negligent or illegal act or omission of your or your agents, contractors, servants,
employees, or other users of the Product so long as the Product was obtained from you, in the use and
operation of the Product.
INDEMNIFICATION OF TELULAR CORPORATION (“TELULAR”)
YOU SHALL INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS TELULAR FOR ANY OF THE COST,
INCLUDING REASONABLE ATTORNEYS’ FEES, AND FROM CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF YOU,
YOUR CLIENTS’ OR OTHER THIRD PARTIES’ USE OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT: (i) FOR
MISUSE OR IN A MANNER NOT CONTEMPLATED BY YOU AND TELULAR OR INCONSISTENT
WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS MANUAL; (ii) IN AN ILLEGAL MANNER OR AGAINST PUBLIC
POLICY; (iii) IN A MANNER SPECIFICALLY UNAUTHORIZED IN THIS MANUAL; (iv) IN A MANNER
HARMFUL OR DANGEROUS TO THIRD PARTIES; (v) FROM CLAIMS BY ANYONE RESPECTING
PROBLEMS, ERRORS OR MISTAKES OF THE PRODUCT; OR (vi) COMBINATION OF THE
PRODUCT WITH MATERIAL, MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT OR USE OF THE PRODUCT IN AN
ENVIRONMENT NOT PROVIDED, OR PERMITTED, BY TELULAR IN WRITING. THE PARTIES
SHALL GIVE EACH OTHER PROMPT NOTICE OF ANY SUCH COST OR CLAIMS AND
COOPERATE, EACH WITH THE OTHER, TO EFFECTUATE THIS INDEMNIFICATION, DEFENSE
AND HOLD HARMLESS.
WARRANTY; LIMITATIONS
TELULAR WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE (OUR OPTION) INOPERATIVE UNITS FOR UP TO TWO YEARS
FROM DATE OF MANUFACTURE. EXCLUDES DAMAGE DUE TO LIGHTNING OR INSTALLER
ERROR AS WELL AS UNITS THAT INCORPORATE MATERIAL, OR USED IN A MANNER OR
ENVIRONMENT, NOT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED IN THIS MANUAL. UNAUTHORIZED
MODIFICATIONS VOID THIS WARRANTY. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. LIABILITY LIMITED TO PRICE OF UNIT. THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE
WARRANTY, IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, TITLE, DELIVERY, INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE AND NO OTHER WARRANTIES WILL BE HONORED, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED.