Thitronik C.A.S. III Operating instructions

Operating instructions
Installation manual
!! Please read carefully before use !!
C.A.S. III
Caravan Alarm System
Handbuch Revision 1.3
Revision 1.3
Alarmtechnik made in Germany
Manufacturer
Thitronik GmbH
Redderkoppel 5
D 24159 Kiel (Germany)
www.thitronik.de
[email protected]
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

C.A.S. III operating instructions
Contents
Section Page Contents
1 Handling the system
1.1 1 Mode of operation, accessories, disclaimer
1.2 2 Controlling the system with the Thitronik remote control
1.3 2 Alarm storage
1.4 2 Activating the panic alarm
1.5 3 Running the system without the supply voltage
1.6 3 Sabotage protection
1.7 4 “Open contact” signal (ventilation function)
1.8 4 “Battery low” signal
1.9 4 Battery change
1.9.1 5 Changing battery of Thitronik remote control
1.9.2 5 Changing battery of magnetic contact
1.9.3 5 Changing battery of cable loop
1.9.4 5 Sequence of a burglary alarm
1.9.5 6 Sequence of a gas alarm (accessory)
1.9.6 6 Interrupting an alarm with the Thitronik remote control
1.9.7 6 Using the wireless gas alarm (accessory)
1.9.8 6 Using the cable loop (accessory)
2 GSM/GPS combi module
2.1 7-8 Using the GSM/GPS combi module (accessory)
2.2 9 Informations on using the GSM/GPS combi module
3 Installing the system
3.1 11 Scope of delivery
3.2 11 Installation instructions
3.3 11 Preparing for installation
3.4 11 Opening the base
3.5 11 Setting the program selector switch
3.6 12 Chart 1: Program selector switch
 3.7 12 Startingforthersttime
3.8 12 Storing contacts or other transmitters
3.8.1 13 Disconnecting contacts or other transmitters
3.9. 14 Diagrams
3.9.1 15 Installing the wireless contacts
3.9.2 15 Installing the wireless gas alarm (accessory)
3.9.3 16 Diagrams wireless contacts
3.9.4 17 Installing the cable loop (accessory)
3.9.5 17 Installing the central unit
3.9.6 18 Connecting the central unit
3.9.7 18 Installing the GSM/GPS combi module
3.9.8 18-20 Programming/deleting the GSM/GPS combi module
3.9.9 20 Performing an alarm test
4 Miscellaneous
 4.1 21 Technicalspecications
4.2 21 Maintenance instructions
4.3 21 Disposal instructions
22 Declaration of conformity

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Handling the system
Please read the following instructions carefully to avoid
faulty operation.
1.1 Mode of operation, accessories, disclaimer
The C.A.S. has been developed especially for caravans. This system does not use
motion sensors, which have to be deactivated when the vehicle is staying somewhere
and are often the cause of false alarms. The result is a thoroughly user-friendly alarm
system which is operated at the touch of a button and is practically immune from false
alarms.
The interior is secured via wireless magnetic contacts on the doors, windows and
hatches. The system is operated via the handheld transmitter supplied or by SMS
dependingontheconguration.
Accessories
Accessories which are available include other wireless magnetic contacts, handheld
transmitters, wireless cable loops, wireless gas alarms and a GSM/GPS Combimodule
for vehicle tracking.
By using other wireless magnetic contacts 868 (Item no: 100757/100758), it is
possibletosecurebaeplates,windows,doors,roofhatchesandevenroofboxes.
Other handheld transmitters 868 (Item: 100756) enable other family members etc.
to control the system and gain access to the vehicle.
By using the wireless cable loop 868 (Item no: 100761), you can secure movable
goods (such as bicycles, motor scooters, surfboards and camping furniture etc.)
against theft outside the vehicle.
By using one or more wireless gas alarms 868 (Item no: 100759), you can protect
yourself from the threat of gas leaks and attacks with narcotic gases. The gas alarm
immediately signals the presence of dangerous gases in the room air to the C.A.S.
which then gives out an alarm.
In the event of an alarm, the GSM/GPS Combimodule for C.A.S. III (Item no:
101012) sends an SMS to up to 10 programmable telephone numbers. The alarm
systemcanalsobeswitchedonoroviaanSMS.BycallingtheGMSmodule,status
enquiries can be sent at any time requesting information on the status of the C.A.S.
and the position, speed and reception quality etc.
Disclaimer:
As with any other alarm system, C.A.S. III can only report a break-in or
attempted break-in, but cannot prevent it. Therefore, be wise and do not
leave any valuables on view or where they are easily accessible in the
vehicle and do not leave the vehicle unlocked.
Thitronik does not accept any liability for stolen valuables or damage to
the vehicle caused by a break-in.
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1.2 Controlling the system with the Thitronik remote control
Arming:
Big button or -button arms the system with acoustic signal.
IntegratedLEDsashonceandaninternalbuzzer*soundsonce.
Small button or -button arms the system without acoustic signal.
IntegratedLEDsashonce.
Disarming:
Any button disarms the system. With or without acousstic signal.
IntegratedLEDsashtwiceandaninternalbuzzer*soundstwice.
Ifthesystemisdisarmedafteranalarmevent,insteadofthebuzzer
sounding twice it gives out one long low sound.
*dependingonthesettingontheprogramselectorswitchoronthepreviousactivation
 overbigorsmallbutton(Signaltonesarenotpermittedinroadtrac)
The status LED shows the current operating modus:
 greenashing: alarmsystemisdisarmed
 redashing: alarmsystemisarmed
 green/redashing:alarmsystemisarmed,butatleastone
of the wireless magnetic contacts is open.
1.3 Alarm storage
After an alarm has stopped, it makes sense to be alerted to the incident from
outside the vehicle as you return. After an alarm has stopped, therefore, one
oftheintegratedLEDsashesatatimealternately.
Also,thebuzzergiveoutalonglowtoneduringdeactivation.
1.4 Activating the panic alarm
If you feel threatened while you are in the vehicle, use the panic alarm function
to draw attention. During a panic alarm, the siren and the LEDs are activated
and it sends an SOS Message (GSM/GPS combi module needed). A panic alarm
can be activated whether the system is armed or not armed.
The panic alarm is activated by pressing both buttons on the Thitronik remote control
simultaneously.
The panic alarm is deactivated by pressing any button on the Thitronik remote control.
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1.5 Running the system without the 12 V supply voltage
If a voltage supply is unavailable from either the vehicle or the parking place,
the system will run on an integrated rechargeable battery for up to 48 hours.
In order for this to happen, the battery must be charged. The battery is
charged when the C.A.S. is supplied with a voltage for at least 9 hours
without interruption.
1.6 Sabotage protection
C.A.S.hasdierentmethodsofprotectiontopreventthesystemfrombeing
tampered with.
1.Stray-eldprotectiononthewirelessmagneticcontactsandthecableloops
When the system is activated and the contact is closed, if another
magnet approaches (to bypass the contact) the main alarm is
activated immediately.
2. Interference signal detection
If the transmitter frequency of the system is superimposed by
a radio signal, the LEDs are activated after 5 seconds and the
siren sounds after 15 seconds.
Once a GSM/GPS module has been connected, an SMS with
“interference signal” is transmitted after 5 seconds.
3. Voltage sabotage
If the supply voltage is interrupted for more than 30 seconds when the
system is activated, a pre-alarm (a series of short tones) sounds and
after180seconds,themainalarm*isactivated(sirenandLEDs).
Once a GSM/GPS module has been connected, an SMS with
“tamper voltage” is transmitted after 5 seconds.
*dependingonthesettingoftheprogramselectorswitch
4. Sabotage of the casing cover
If the casing cover is opened while the system is activated,
the main alarm sounds immediately.
Once a GSM/GPS combi module has been con-
nected, an SMS with “sabotage” is transmitted.
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1.7 “Open contact” signal (ventilation function)
When locking, the interior beeper emits a series of short beeps.
This means that the system has detected that one or more of the wireless magnetic
contacts is open. When activating C.A.S. III with the small button or the - button,
there won´t be signal tones (see 1.2).
If none of the contacts have been opened intentionally, check all the secured openings.
Unlike a passenger vehicle alarm system, in a caravan, you might well want to leave a
window open, while all the other secured openings are monitored. For example, if you
need to ventilate the vehicle. Read the following to see how this can be done:
Open the window you have chosen and activate the system as previously described
under Point 1.2.
When locking, the interior buzzer gives out a series of short beeps and the
  statusLEDisashinggreen/red.However,thealarmisarmedandmonitors
all the remaining contacts.
If the window is closed while the system is activated, the alarm is
not triggered.
The alarm does not sound until at least 5 seconds has elapsed
before a window is opened again.
1.8 “Battery low” signal
By activating one of the wireless devices it sounds a long continous tone from the
internal siren.
This means that one of the batteries of a wireless transmitter is low and must
be replaced. This may be the battery of a wireless magnetic contact, a wire
less handheld transmitter or a cable loop.
 Thered“transmitterLED“goesoonlyafter30seconds.Seebatterychange1.9.
1.9 Battery change
The memories of the transmitters are not volatile, i.e. once assigned, transmitters do
not have to be re-assigned after the battery has been changed.
To prevent the electronics from being damaged from static discharge,
earth yourself by touching an earthed part of the vehicle (door hinges or negative con
tact of the cigarette lighter).
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1.9.1 Changing battery of the Thitronik remote control
– Unscrew one or three screws on the back of the remote control
and open the casing. (Depends on the remote control generation)
– Remove the printed circuit board and remove the battery.
– Replace the battery with one of the same type (CR2032).
– When inserting the battery, make sure that the polarity is correct.
!!! Follow the labelling on the battery holder !!!
1.9.2 Changing battery of the magnetic contact
– Open the casing by gently levering up cover by the notch on the wider
side of the casing.
– Remove the printed circuit board and remove the battery.
– Replace the battery with one of the same type (CR2032).
– When inserting the battery, make sure that the polarity is correct.
!!! Follow the labelling on the battery holder !!!
1.9.3 Changing battery of the cable loop
– Unscrew the 2 screws on the bottom of the cable loop and open
the casing.
– Remove the battery without pulling out the printed circuit board.
– Replace the battery with one of the same type (CR2032).
– When inserting the battery, make sure that the polarity is correct.
!!! Follow the labelling on the battery holder !!!
– Insert the black seal in the casing cover and screw the casing closed.
– Only tighten the screws lightly so as not to crush the seal too much.
1.9.4 Sequence of a burglary alarm
If an opening which is secured with a wireless magnetic contact is opened or
a cable loop is cut or removed from its holder when the system is armed,
it will display this as a burglary alarm.
The siren will sound for approx 30 seconds.
ThestatusLEDsisashingforabout150seconds.
As the alarm remains sharpened after an alarm has elapsed, the process will be
repeated, if the same or any other accessory is triggered again.
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1.9.5 Sequence of a gas alarm
If an assigned wireless gas alarm sends out an alarm signal because a
critical gas con centration has been reached, this will signal an alarm
whether the system is armed or not.
The siren sounds for about 30 seconds with short interruptions.
ThestatusLEDsisashingforabout150seconds.
If the cause of the alarm is not eliminated (critical gas concentration),
 theLEDswillstarttoashagainuntilthegasconcentrationhasreached
a non-critical level.
1.9.6 Interrupting an alarm with the Thitronik remote control
Any button interrupts the alarm or disarms the system.
TheLEDsisashingtwiceandtheinternalbuzzergivesoutalongsignal
(approx. 4 seconds).
1.9.7 Using the wireless gas alarm (accessory)
Thewirelessgasalarmcanbeswitchedonoroviathepressureswitchon
the narrow side of the casing. After switching on, the power lamp on the front
 lightsupgreen.Afterthecleaningphasehasnished,whichlasts
 approx.4minutes,thesystemashesgreenandthegasalarmnowmonitors
the room air for critical concentrations of propane, butane and narcotic gases.
Spray cans (hairspray and deodorants etc.) contain combustible propellants
which can trigger the gas alarm at high concentrations. Even strong
cleaning agents can trigger the gas alarm at high dosages because of the
aerosols they contain. We therefore recommend deactivating the gas alarm
when using these materials.
1.9.8 Using the cable loop (accessory)
The cable loop can be plugged into the holder when the system is either armed
(after 4 seconds active) or disarmed. It can be used to secure bicycles, motor
scooters, camping furniture, surfboards and many other movable objects. Once the
cable loop has been placed in the holder and the system has been armed, cutting the
cable or removing it from its holder will trigger the alarm.
If the cable loop is not placed in the mounting bracket while arming the C.A.S. III, a
signal tone won´t occur.
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Break-in door/window
Status: armed
UTC: 14:09:11
POS: 55 23.7468‘N
011 10.3217‘E
Reception: - 53 dB
from: ALARM
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2.1 Using the GSM/GPS combi module (optional)
If a GSM/GPS combi module (Item no: 101012) has been connected, there are
numerous additional functions and alarm options available.
– Alarm message: if there is a break-in, gas or, if the cable loop is triggered, with in-
formation on the type of incident, time of incident, position and speed. After sending
alarm messages on all the destination numbers, the module calls the master number
until the call is accepted or the mailbox activated.
–Site monitoring (Geofencing): If the vehicle leaves the original site beyond a radius
of1kmwhenthesystemisactivated(asthecrowies,+/-0.5km),atheftsignal
will be transmitted after a maximum of 2 minutes. In order to pursue the vehicle,
status messages can be requested as required.
– Status enquiries: If you want to enquire the location of the vehicle
or the state of the alarm system (armed or unarmed), you can request
status messages at any time.
– Can be armed or disarmed via SMS or phone call at any time.
Afterswitchingsuccessfully,youreceivebackastatusmessage*
with the current state of the system.
*dependingonthesettingoftheprogramselectorswitch
– You receive sabotage messages if (when the system is activated) an
interfering transmitter blocks the frequency of the alarm system for
more than 5 seconds, the supply voltage is interrupted or the alarm
system is opened.
– Warning messages will be sent to you if the vehicle battery voltage drops
below 11.8 V while the system is armed. The SMS then says “switch to
battery mode”. If the rechargeable battery voltage drops to a critical level,
a“Batterylow”SMSwillbesentandthealarmsystemswitchedo(when
the battery is fully charged, this happens after approx. 36 hours).
– Master numbers are target phone numbers which not only receive alarm
SMS and status messages but are also authorised to arm and disarm the C.A.S.
Example alarm message in the event of a break-in
Reason for message
State of alarm system
Time of incident (coordinated universal time)
Position of vehicle
Reception quality of mobile phone
-99dB bis - 75dB very good
-75dB bis - 50dB good
-49dB bis - 39dB satisfactory
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2.2 Using the GSM/GPS combi module (optional)
Activating by SMS:
Send an SMS with “arm” to the number of the SIM inside. After receiving
theSMS,thesystemacknowledgestheprocesswithasingleashfromall
4 LEDs and a status message by SMS.
Deactivating by SMS:
Send an SMS with “disarm” to the number of the SIM inside. After
receiving the SMS, the system acknowledges the process with a
singleashfromall4LEDsandastatusmessagebySMS.
Activating by phone call:
(only possible when the program selector switch is in the appropriate position)
Dial the number of the GSM module. The module ends the call after
a few seconds.
The system acknowledges the process with a status message by SMS.
Deactivating by phone call:
(only possible when the program selector switch is in the appropriate position)
Dial the number of the GSM module. The module ends the call after
a few seconds before it costs anything.
The system acknowledges the process with a status message by SMS.
Requesting the position report:
Send a text message of the number of the GSM-module with the content „POS“.
After receiving the message, the module sends back a position report with a Google
Maps® link.
Requesting status message by SMS:
Send an SMS with “status” to the number for the GSM module.
After receiving the SMS, the system sends back a status message.
Requesting status message by phone call:
(only possible when the program selector switch is in the appropriate position)
Dial the number of the GSM module. The module ends the call after
a few seconds and sends a status message.
When you receive a theft message, this is initially a so-called “quiet alarm” where
neither siren nor LEDs are activated so as not to attract the attention of the culprit
to the alarm system. Otherwise he may destroy it and make it impossible to pursue
the vehicle. However, the alarm can be activated manually as described below in
order to bring it to the attention of the police car if one is pursuing the vehicle.
Activating alarm by SMS:
Send an SMS with “alarm on” to the number for the GSM module.
The siren and LEDs are switched on immediately after the SMS is received.
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