W A R N I N G

This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read.

Instruction Manual

Security Products
1999 Digital Security Controls Ltd. 1645 Flint Road, Downsview, Ontario, Canada M3J 2J6 Printed in Canada 29003371 R001
WARNING Please Read Carefully

Note to Installers

This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.

System Failures

This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances, however, involving fire, burglary, or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Any alarm system of any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a variety of reasons. Some but not all of these reasons may be: s Inadequate Installation A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate protection. Every installation should be evaluated by a security professional to ensure that all access points and areas are covered. Locks and latches on windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors, walls, ceilings and other building materials must be of sufficient strength and construction to provide the level of protection expected. A reevaluation must be done during and after any construction activity. An evaluation by the fire and/or police department is highly recommended if this service is available. s Criminal Knowledge This system contains security features which were known to be effective at the time of manufacture. It is possible for persons with criminal intent to develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of these features. It is important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its features remain effective and that it be updated or replaced if it is found that it does not provide the protection expected. s Access by Intruders Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a sensing device, evade detection by moving through an area of insufficient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or prevent the proper operation of the system. s Power Failure Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security devices require an adequate power supply for proper operation. If a device operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a device operates only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative while it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctuations which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system. After a power interruption has occurred, immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended. s Failure of Replaceable Batteries This systems wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life under normal conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient conditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identifies when the batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and maintenance will keep the system in good operating condition. s Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects placed on or near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference. s System Users A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or temporary physical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is important that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that they know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.

s Smoke Detectors Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants of a fire for a number of reasons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed or positioned. Smoke may not be able to reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from fires on another level of the residence or building. Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches or arson. Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances when there is insufficient warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death. s Motion Detectors Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as shown in their respective installation instructions. They cannot discriminate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do not provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be detected in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind walls, ceilings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether intentional or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors, windows or any other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation. Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature. However their effectiveness can be reduced when the ambient temperature rises near or above body temperature or if there are intentional or unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources could be heaters, radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so on. s Warning Devices Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or waken someone sleeping if there is an intervening wall or door. If warning devices are located on a different level of the residence or premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible warning devices may be interfered with by other noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances, or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however loud, may not be heard by a hearing-impaired person. s Telephone Lines If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods of time. Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat its operation by more sophisticated means which may be difficult to detect. s Insufficient Time There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not be protected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the system is monitored, the response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings. s Component Failure Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may fail to function as intended due to the failure of a component. s Inadequate Testing Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be found by regular testing and maintenance. The complete system should be tested weekly and immediately after a break-in, an attempted break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or any kind of construction activity inside or outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system. s Security and Insurance Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life insurance. An alarm system also is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent or minimize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.

Fire Detection

This equipment is capable of monitoring fire detection devices such as smoke detectors and providing a warning if a fire condition is detected. Good fire detection depends on having adequate number of detectors placed in appropriate locations. This equipment should be installed in accordance with N.F.P.A. standard #72. (N.F.P.A., Batterymarch Park, Quincey MA 02269). Carefully review the Family Escape Planning guidelines in this manual. NOTE: Your installer must enable the fire detection portion of this equipment before it will work.

Testing

To insure that your system continues to function as intended, you must test your system weekly. Please refer to Testing Your System on page 13 of this manual. If your system does not function properly, call your installing company for service.

Monitoring

This system is capable of transmitting alarms, troubles and emergency information over telephone lines to a monitoring station. If you inadvertently initiate an alarm, immediately call the monitoring station to prevent an unnecessary response. NOTE: The monitoring function must be enabled by the installer before it becomes functional.

General System Operation

Your security system is made up of a DSC control panel, one or more keypads and various sensors and detectors. The control panel will be mounted out of the way in a utility closet or in a basement. The metal cabinet contains the system electronics, fuses and stand-by battery. There is normally no reason for anyone but the installer or service professional to have access to the control panel. All the keypads have an audible indicator and command entry keys. The LED keypads have a group of zone and system status lights. The LCD keypad has an alphanumeric liquid crystal display (LCD). The keypad is used to send commands to the system and to display the current system status. The keypad(s) will be mounted in a convenient location inside the protected premises close to the entry/ exit door(s). The security system has several zones of area protection and each of these zones will be connected to one or more sensors (motion detectors, glassbreak detectors, door contacts, etc.). A sensor in alarm will be indicated by the corresponding zone lights flashing on a LED keypad or by written messages on the LCD keypad.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

A security system cannot prevent emergencies. It is only intended to alert you and if included your monitoring station of an emergency situation. Security systems are generally very reliable but they may not work under all conditions and they are not a substitute for prudent security practices or life and property insurance. Your security system should be installed and serviced by qualified security professionals who should instruct you on the level of protection that has been provided and on system operations. 1

System Information

Fill out the following information for future reference and store this manual in a safe place.

Access Codes

Your Master Code is: __________________________________________ Additional Access Codes: 01 __________________ 02 __________________ 03 __________________ 04 __________________ 05 __________________ 06 __________________ 07 __________________ 08 __________________ 09 ____________________ 10 ____________________ 11 ____________________ 12 ____________________ 13 ____________________ 14 ____________________ 15 ____________________ 16 ____________________ 17 ____________________ 18 ____________________ 19 ____________________ 20 ____________________ 21 ____________________ 22 ____________________ 23 ____________________ 24 ____________________ 25 ________________ 26 ________________ 27 ________________ 28 ________________ 29 ________________ 30 ________________ 31 ________________ 32 ________________

Zone Information

There are ________ active zones on the system. Zone 2 Protected Area ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Zone Type _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

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[F] FIRE __________________________________________ [A] AUXILIARY ____________________________________ [P] PANIC ________________________________________ The Exit Delay Time is ________ seconds. The Entry Delay Time is ______ seconds.

For Service

Central Station Information: Account #: ___________________________________ Installer Information: Company: ___________________________________ Telephone #: _________________________________
Telephone #: _________________________________
Access codes are used to arm and disarm the system. There are 37 access codes available: 1 master code, 32 regular access codes, 2 duress codes and 2 supervision codes. Ask your installer for more information on using the duress and supervision codes. Only the Master Code can be used to program additional security codes and to change other system features as well as to arm and disarm the security system. The Master Code will be supplied to you by your installer. All keypad entries are made by pressing one key at a time. All access codes can be programmed by following the procedure outlined in Programming Security Codes on page 7.

Quick Exit

When the Quick Exit feature is enabled, pressing [D][0] while the system is armed will provide a two minute window for you to exit the premises. During this time, you may only open and close the designated Entry/Exit door once. Once the door is closed, the panel will end the two minute quick exit delay. If the door is opened again, or if the door is not closed after two minutes, or if another zone is opened, the panel will begin the entry delay. Your installer will inform you if the Quick Exit feature has been enabled on your system.

Disarming the System

Disarming from an LED Keypad:
Enter the premises through a designated Exit/Entry door; entering by any other door will sound an immediate alarm. As soon as the Exit/Entry door is opened, the keypad will beep to indicate that the system should be disarmed. Go to the keypad and enter your access code. If an error is made entering the code, re-enter your code correctly. As soon as the correct code is entered, the Armed light will go out and the keypad will stop beeping. The correct access code must be entered before the entry delay period expires. If a valid access code is not entered during this time, the system will go into alarm. The entry time delay may be changed by your installer. If an alarm occurred while the system was armed, the Memory light (or System light on a PC1555RKZ keypad) and the zone light corresponding to the zone which caused the alarm will flash for 30 seconds. After the 30 second period, the Memory (or System) light and zone light will stop flashing and the panel will return to the Ready state. Pressing the [#] key during the 30 second period will cancel the alarm memory display. To view other alarms, press [D][3]. If a trouble was detected when the panel is disarmed, the Trouble light (or System light on a PC1555RKZ keypad) will turn ON (See Viewing Trouble Conditions on page 11 to determine the source of the trouble.) Please note that troubles will not display while the system is in the Alarm Memory Display mode.
Disarming from an LCD Keypad:
Upon entering through a designated Exit/Entry door, the keypad will beep and the entry delay will commence, reminding you to disarm the system. The keypad will display the following message. Enter your access code. If an error is made in entering the code, re-enter the Entry Active Enter Your Code code correctly. When a valid access code is entered, the keypad will stop beeping. If no alarms occurred while the panel was armed, and there are no troubles, the display will read.
System Disarmed No Alarm Memory Enter Code to Arm System View Memory <> If an alarm occurred while the system was armed, this message will be displayed. Zone of Alarm Use the arrow (< >) keys to view which zones caused the alarm. If a zone is still in

After about five seconds, the system will return to the Ready state and the display will read.
alarm, the display will show the following message to indicate that a zone is open.
Upon disarming and if a trouble is present, this message will be displayed. Use the Enter Code to Arm System <> arrow (< >) keys to view which troubles are affecting the system (see Viewing Trouble Conditions on page 11). NOTE: If you return and find that an alarm has occurred while you were away, it is possible that an intruder may still be on the premises. Go to a neighbour's house, and call the local police to investigate. The alarm memory is cleared each time the panel is armed so that any alarms showing are alarms that occurred only during the last armed period. 6

If An Alarm Sounds

Fire Alarm
If your system has been installed with fire detectors and the alarm sounds in a pulsing mode, follow your emergency evacuation plan immediately (see Fire Escape Planning on page 15).

Intrusion Alarm

If an intrusion alarm sounds, indicated by a continuous Bell or Siren, the alarm may be silenced by entering your access code. If the alarm was unintentional, call local authorities immediately to avoid an unnecessary response. You can determine the source of the alarm by following the instructions in the Disarming section (see page 6). Once the source of the alarm has been corrected, the panel can be restored to its original Armed state. NOTE: A fire alarm has priority over a burglary type alarm.

Function Keys

The PC5508Z, PC5516Z, PC5532Z and LCD5500Z keypads have five function keys marked Stay, Away, Chime, Reset and Exit which allow easy single-button activation of the most commonly used features. If these keys have been enabled by your installer, you can execute the programmed function by pressing and holding the corresponding key for two seconds. Corresponding function keys on the PC1555RKZ are number keys 1 to 5 respectively. For more information regarding the operation of the function keys, talk to your alarm system installer.

Programming Security Codes
Programming codes from an LED Keypad:
The Master Code To program the Master Code, enter [D][5][current Master Code][40][new Master Code]. The Master Code must be four digits unless otherwise indicated by your installer. Enter digits 0 through 9 only. Press [#] to return to the Ready state. Be sure to record your new Master Code on the System Information page in this booklet. NOTE: We recommend that the factory default or obvious codes such as [1111] or [1234] not be used. Additional Codes Up to 32 additional access codes (01 through 32) may be programmed. To program a new code: Enter [D][5][Master Code][code number 01 to 32][new access code]. The code number is a double digit from 01 to 32. Access codes must be four digits unless otherwise indicated by your installer. Enter digits 0 through 9 only. Press [#] to return to the Ready state. If an access code already exists for the code number you have selected, it will be replaced by the new code. Be sure to record your new code(s) on the System Information page in this book. To erase a code: Enter [D][5][Master Code][code number 01 to 32][D]. Press [#] to return to the Ready state. The Master code cannot be erased.

PC1555RKZ LED Keypad

Emergency Keys (All Keypads)
PC5508Z / LCD5500Z: Press both * Keys for two seconds to send a FIRE transmission. Press both * Keys for two seconds to send an AUXILIARY transmission. Press both * Keys for two seconds to send a PANIC transmission. PC1555RKZ: Press the [F]* key for two seconds to send a FIRE transmission. Press the [A]* key for two seconds to send an AUXILIARY transmission. Press the [P]* key for two seconds to send a PANIC transmission. * IMPORTANT NOTE (All Keypads): The Fire, Auxiliary and Panic keys will NOT function unless programmed by the installer. If these keys are in service and the installer has enabled audible feedback, holding down the key for two seconds will cause the keypad sounder to beep indicating that the input has been accepted and transmission is underway. keys are NOTE: In the U.S.A. the [A] and programmed to be used for non-medical emergencies only, as per UL requirements.

PC5508Z LED Keypad

LCD5500Z Keypad
System Light (PC1555RKZOnly): If the System light is ON, one or more of these conditions could be present on the system: System Busy System Troubles (See Viewing Trouble Conditions on page 11). Alarm Memory (See Disarming the System on page 6). Zone Bypassing (See Zone Bypassing on page 11). Programming The System light will flash when you are programming access codes, or performing other programming functions. If someone is programming at another keypad, the System light will turn ON to indicate that the system is busy. NOTE: If you have a PC1555RKZ keypad, the System light acts as a Trouble, Memory, Programming and Bypass indicator. Unlike the other keypads, these conditions will only be represented by the System light. Please keep this in mind when reading other functions in this manual.

Press (*) for <> Access Codes Enter Master Access Code [*] to Edit <> User Code 01P Enter New Code 1234 <>
Press [D]. Display will read. Enter the Master Code. Display will read. Use the scroll keys (< >) to find the access code indicated by 02P to 32P you wish to add, change or delete. Press the [D] key to select the code you wish to alter. The display will read. To add or change a code, enter the new code. Access codes must be four digits unless otherwise indicated by your installer. Enter digits 0 through 9 only. To delete an access code, enter [D]. Once the 4 digit code or [D] has been entered, the keypad sounder will beep 3 times and the display will read.
[*] to Edit <> User Code 01P
The P means the code has been programmed. If there is no P then that code is deleted. Press [#] to exit the code programming function. The Master code cannot be erased. Remember to record your new code(s) on the System Information page in this booklet.

Zone Bypassing

The zone bypassing function is used when access is needed to part of the protected area while the system is armed. Zones which are temporarily out of service due to damaged wiring or contacts may be bypassed to allow system arming until repairs can be made. Bypassed zones will not cause an alarm. Zones cannot be bypassed once the system is armed. Bypassed zones are automatically cancelled each time the system is disarmed and must be reapplied before the next arming. NOTE: For security reasons, your installer may program the system to prevent you from bypassing certain zones. Bypassing zones reduces your security protection. If you are bypassing a zone due to damaged wiring or contacts, please call a service technician immediately so that the problem can be resolved and your system returned to proper working order. Make sure that no zones are unintentionally bypassed when arming your system.
To bypass zones from an LED keypad:
Start with the system in the Ready state. Enter [D][1][Zone(s) to be bypassed]. Enter the zone(s) as a two-digit number from 01 to 32. As each zone is bypassed, the corresponding zone light will turn ON. If a zone is bypassed by mistake, enter that zone number again; the zone light will turn OFF, indicating that the zone is not bypassed. Press [#] to return to the Ready state.
To bypass zones from an LCD keypad:
To bypass a zone, the system must be in the Ready state. The display will read.

Enter Code to Arm System

Press the [D] key to enter the functions menu. The display will read.
Press (*) for <> Press the [D] key to enter the zone bypassing mode. The display will read. Zone Bypass Zone Search Zone Name Zone Search Zone Name Zone Search Zone Name <> Use the arrow (< >) keys to find the zone to be bypassed and press the [D] key to

select it. The display will read.
<> B will appear on the display to show that the zone is bypassed. To unbypass a B zone, enter the zone number; the B will disappear from the display to show that
the zone is no longer bypassed.
<> This display will be shown if a zone was open when you entered the bypassing O command. The open zone will be represented by O. If you bypass the open zone,
the O will be replaced by a B. To exit the bypassing mode and return to the Ready state, press the [#] key.
Viewing Trouble Conditions
The control panel continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions. If one of these trouble conditions occur, the keypad will beep twice every 10 seconds until you press any key on the keypad. NOTE: A TROUBLE condition reduces the security your system is designed to provide. Call your installing company for service. 11
To view troubles from an LED Keypad:
A trouble will be indicated by the Trouble light (or System light on a PC1555RKZ keypad) which will remain ON until the trouble condition is cleared. If you cannot determine the cause of the trouble condition, contact your installer for assistance. To view the type of trouble condition, press [D][2]. One or more zone lights will turn ON, indicating the various trouble conditions:
ZONE LIGHT TYPE OF TROUBLE
1.. Service required. Call your installation company for service. 2.. Indicates the loss of AC power. When this trouble occurs, the Trouble (or System) light will turn ON but keypad buzzer will not sound. 3.. Telephone line trouble. 4.. The panel has failed to communicate with the central station. 5.. Zone fault. Press [5] and the zone light(s) corresponding to the faulted zones will turn ON. 6.. Zone tamper. Press [6] and the zone light(s) corresponding to the tampered zones will turn ON. 7.. Low zone battery. This trouble is generated when a wireless device exhibits a low battery condition. Press [7] one, two, or three times to view which devices are experiencing battery failure. The following will occur:
Keypad beeps: Press [7] 1 Press [7] again 2

Press [7] again 3

Keypad displays: Zones with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 8) Handheld keypads with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 4) Wireless keys with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 8). To view the battery conditions of wireless keys 9 through 16, you must be at an LCD keypad.

5. If the panel has any fire zones, activation will cause the alarm signal to sound in a pulsed mode. CAUTION: Do not use an open flame or burning materials to test a smoke or heat detector. Contact your installer for information on safe methods of testing detectors. 6. When testing is complete, call and advise the monitoring station. Should the system fail to function properly, contact your installer. NOTE: Some features described above will not be functional unless enabled by your installer. Please ensure that your installer has advised you which features are functional on your system.

Door Chime Feature

The door chime feature is used to provide a tone from the keypad each time a door or window is opened or closed. The doors and windows which will provide this indication are programmed by your installer.
To activate the door chime from an LED Keypad:
Enter [D][4] to turn the door chime feature ON and OFF. When the command is entered, the keypad buzzer will beep 3 times if the door chime feature is enabled and will sound one long beep if it is disabled. 13
To activate the door chime from an LCD Keypad:
Press [D] to enter the function list, then scroll to find.
Press (*) For<> Door Chime
Press [D] or [4] to enable or disable the Door Chime feature. Press [#] to return to the Ready state.

Fire Alarm Operation

On a fire alarm, the bell or siren will pulse ON and OFF. The transmission of the alarm to the monitoring station is delayed for 30 seconds. If the alarm is not cleared within the 30 second delay, the it will be transmitted to the monitoring station.

Silence

To silence the bell or siren, press the [#] key. If the alarm is silenced and the smoke detector is not reset, the alarm will resound after 90 seconds.
Resetting Smoke Detectors
Once the smoke detector is reset, if it still detects smoke, the alarm sequence will resound as described above. If there is no smoke, the system will return to normal. To reset smoke detectors from an LED Keypad: Press [D][7][2]. To reset smoke detectors from an LCD Keypad: Press [D] to enter the function list. Scroll to find:
Press (*) For <> Press [D] to select the output control. The display will read. Output Control Select Output <> Use the arrow (< >) keys to find the following message and press the [D] key to Command O/P 2 select. Output Control in Progress
NOTE: If you suspect that a fire alarm has transmitted and that there is no fire condition, call the monitoring station to avoid an unnecessary response. If a fire condition is apparent, follow your evacuation plan immediately. If the alarm sounds at night, evacuate immediately. NOTE: The description above may not be applicable depending on how your installer has programmed the fire alarm operations on your system. Ask your installer for more information regarding your system's operation.

Household Fire Safety Audit
Most fires occur in the home. To minimize this danger, we recommend that a household fire safety audit be conducted and a fire escape plan be developed. 1. Are all electrical appliances and outlets in a safe condition? Check for frayed cords, overloaded lighting circuits, etc. If you are uncertain about the condition of your electrical appliances or household service, have a professional evaluate these units. 2. Are all flammable liquids stored safely in closed containers in a well ventilated cool area? Cleaning with flammable liquids should be avoided. 3. Are fire hazardous materials (matches) well out of reach of children? 14 4. Are furnaces and wood burning appliances properly installed, clean and in good working order? Have a professional evaluate these appliances.

Fire Escape Planning

There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time it becomes deadly. It is thus very important that a family escape plan be developed and rehearsed. 1. Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan. 2. Study the possible escape routes from each location within the house. Since many fires occur at night, special attention should be given to the escape routes from sleeping quarters. 3. Escape from a bedroom must be possible without opening the interior door. Consider the following when making your escape plans: Make sure that all perimeter doors and windows are easily opened. Ensure that they are not painted shut, and that their locking mechanisms operate smoothly. If opening or using the exit is too difficult for children, the elderly or handicapped, plans for rescue should be developed. This includes making sure that those who are to perform the rescue can promptly hear the fire warning signal. If the exit is above the ground level, an approved fire ladder or rope should be provided as well as training in its use. Exits on the ground level should be kept clear. Be sure to remove snow from exterior patio doors in winter; outdoor furniture or equipment should not block exits. Each person should know of a predetermined assembly point where everyone can be accounted for i.e.: across the street or at a neighbour's house. Once everyone is out of the building, call the Fire Department. A good plan emphasizes quick escape. Do not investigate or attempt to fight the fire, and do not gather belongings or pets as this wastes valuable time. Once outside, do not re-enter the house. Wait for the fire department. Write the fire escape plan down and rehearse it frequently so that should an emergency arise, everyone will know what to do. Revise the plan as conditions change, such as the number of people in the home, or if there are changes to the building's construction. Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly tests (see Fire Alarm Operation on page 14). If you are unsure about system operation, contact your installing dealer. We recommend that you contact your local fire department and request further information on fire safety and escape planning. If available, have your local fire prevention officer conduct an inhouse fire safety inspection.

Maintenance

With normal use, the system requires minimum maintenance. The following points should be observed. 1. Do not wash the security station with a wet cloth. Light dusting with a slightly moistened cloth should remove normal accumulations of dust. 2. The battery/ bell test is designed to determine battery condition. We recommended, however, that the stand-by batteries be replaced every three years. 3. For other system devices such as smoke detectors, passive infrared, ultrasonic or microwave motion detectors or glassbreak detectors, consult the respective manufacturers literature for testing and maintenance.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants the original purchaser that for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase, the product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. During the warranty period, Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall, at its option, repair or replace any defective product upon return of the product to its factory, at no charge for labour and materials. Any replacement and/or repaired parts are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. The original owner must promptly notify Digital Security Controls Ltd. in writing that there is defect in material or workmanship, such written notice to be received in all events prior to expiration of the warranty period.
Digital Security Controls Ltd.s liability for failure to repair the product under this warranty after a reasonable number of attempts will be limited to a replacement of the product, as the exclusive remedy for breach of warranty. Under no circumstances shall Digital Security Controls Ltd. be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of profits, loss of the product or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute or replacement equipment, facilities or services, down time, purchasers time, the claims of third parties, including customers, and injury to property.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This warranty contains the entire warranty and shall be in lieu of any and all other warranties, whether expressed or implied (including all implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose) And of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Digital Security Controls Ltd. Digital Security Controls Ltd. neither assumes nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to modify or to change this warranty, nor to assume for it any other warranty or liability concerning this product. This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed by the laws of the province of Ontario, Canada. WARNING: Digital Security Controls Ltd. recommends that the entire system be completely tested on a regular basis. However, despite frequent testing, and due to, but not limited to, criminal tampering or electrical disruption, it is possible for this product to fail to perform as expected.