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This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer.

Instruction Manual

ESCORT558O

Version 2.O

Table of Contents
1: Introduction..... 1 1.1 About Your Security System.... 1 1.2 General System Operation... 2 1.3 Access Codes.... 2 1.4 Audio Help..... 2 2: Accessing Your Security System.... 3 2.1 Local Access.... 3 2.2 Remote Access.... 3 2.3 Receiving Incoming Calls.... 3 2.4 What is a Partition?.... 4 2.5 If You Have a Two-Partition System... 4 2.6 Fire, Auxiliary and Panic Alarms... 4 3: Arming and Disarming.... 5 3.1 Away Arming.... 5 3.2 At-home Arming.... 5 3.3 Disarming..... 6 3.4 If An Alarm Sounds While You Are Home... 6 3.5 Alarm Memory..... 7 3.6 Bypassing Zones..... 7 4: Trouble Conditions.... 8 5: Setting Escort5580 Options.... 9 5.1 Setting The Time and Date... 9 5.2 Volume Control.... 9 5.3 Speech Rate Control.... 10 5.4 Door Chime Feature.... 10 6: Home Automation.... 11 6.1 How to Access the Home Automation Menu... 11 6.2 How to Use the Item Control Menu... 11 6.3 Mode Control.... 12 6.4 Global Item Control... 12 6.5 Output Control Feature.... 13 6.6 Video Camera Triggering.... 13 7: Programming Access Codes... 14 8: Fire and Safety in the Home.... 15 8.1 Household Fire Safety.... 15 8.2 Family Escape Planning.... 15 9: Glossary..... 16

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital Security Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this equipment. This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, in strict accordance with the manufacturer instructions, may s cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in any residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to television or radio reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Re-orient the receiving antenna Relocate the alarm control with respect to the receiver Move the alarm control away from the receiver Connect the alarm control into a different outlet so that alarm control and receiver are on different circuits. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the FCC helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio/Television Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock # 004-000-00345-4. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FCC Registration Number: F53CAN-22830-KX-N, Ringer Equivalence Number: 0.2B, USOC Jack: RJ-31X MALFUNCTION OF THE EQUIPMENT In the event that this equipment should fail to operate properly, the customer shall disconnect the equipment from the telephone line to determine if it is the customer equipment which is not working properly, s or if the problem is with the telephone company network. If the problem is with this equipment, the customer shall discontinue use until it is repaired. TELEPHONE CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS Except for the telephone company provided ringers, all connections to the telephone network shall be made through standard plugs and telephone company provided jacks, or equivalent, in such a manner as to allow for easy, immediate disconnection of the terminal AVIS: Ltiquette de lIndustrie Canada identifie le matriel homologu. Cette tiquette certifie que le matriel est conforme certaines normes de protection, dexploitation et de scurit des rseaux de tlcommunications. Industrie Canada nassure toutefois pas que le matriel fonctionnera la satisfaction de lutilisateur. Avant dinstaller ce matriel, lutilisateur doit sassurer quil est permis de le raccorder aux installations de lentreprise locale de tlcommunication. Le matriel doit galement tre install en suivant une mthode accepte de raccordement. Labonn ne doit pas oublier quil est possible que la conformit aux conditions nonces ci-dessus nempchent pas la dgradation du service dans certaines situations. Les rparations de matriel homologu doivent tre effectues par un centre dentretien canadien autoris dsign par le fournisseur. La compagnie de tlcommunications peut demander lutilisateur de dbrancher un appareil la suite de rparations ou de modifications effectues par lutilisateur ou cause de mauvais fonctionnement. Pour sa propre protection, lutilisateur doit sassurer que tous les fils de mise la terre de la source dnergie lectrique, les lignes tlphoniques et les canalisations deau mtalliques, sil y en a, sont raccords ensemble. Cette prcaution est particulirement importante dans les rgions rurales. AVERTISSEMENT: Lutilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-mme; il doit avoir recours un service dinspection des installations lectriques, ou un lectricien, selon le cas. Lindice de charge (IC) assign a chaque dispositif terminal indique, pour viter toute surcharge, le pourcentage de la charge totale qui peut tre raccorde un circuit tlphonique boucl utilis par ce dispositif. La terminaison du circuit boucl peut tre constitue de nimporte quelle combinaison de dispositifs, pourvu que la somme des indices de charge de lensemble des dispositifs ne dpasse pas 100. LIndice de charge de ce produit est 2. equipment. Standard jacks shall be so arranged that, if the plug connected there is withdrawn, no interference to the operation of the equipment at the customers premises which remains connected to the telephone network shall occur by reason of such withdrawal. INCIDENCE OF HARM Should terminal equipment or protective circuitry cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify the customer that temporary disconnection of service may be required; however, where prior notice is not practicable, the telephone company may temporary discontinue service if such action is deemed reasonable in the circumstances. In the case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company shall promptly notify the customer and will be given the opportunity to correct the situation. The customer also has the right to bring a complaint to the FCC if he feels the disconnection is not warranted. CHANGE IN TELEPHONE COMPANY EQUIPMENT OR FACILITIES The Telephone Company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment, operations or procedures, where such actions is reasonably required and proper in its business. Should any such changes render the customers terminal equipment incompatible with the telephone company facilities the customer shall be given adequate notice to the effect of the modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. GENERAL This equipment should not be used on coin telephone lines. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. RINGER EQUIV ALENCE NUMBER (REN) 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 RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of devices that you may connect to your line, you may want to contact your local telephone company. EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE FACILITY If you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact the facility indicated below for information on obtaining service or repairs. 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. Digital Security Controls Ltd. 160 Washburn St.Lockport, NY 14094

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. Industry Canada does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above 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. User should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections 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: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. The Load Number (LN) assigned to each terminal device denotes 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 combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100. The Load Number of this unit is 2.

Introduction

S E C T I O N 1 The Escort5580 Voice Assisted Security Control provides easy to understand audible information about the status of your security system, and makes operation simple by prompting the user through each operation. In addition, you can use the Escort5580 to control various Home Automation items. The Escort5580 allows any touch-tone telephone to act as a keypad for your security system. The telephone could be any telephone that is on the same line as your security system, or an outside telephone which may be used to call the security system. Some optional features described in this manual may not be available on your security system. You will not hear the voice prompts for any option that is not activated on your system. In this manual, the voice messages are printed in bold and are enclosed in quotes, as shown here: Enter your access code Your installer may have programmed labels for the Escort to announce when it refers to things such as zones and partitions (e.g. you may hear "East wing" instead of "Partition 2"). Prompts that your installer may have changed are written in brace brackets, as shown here: To Select {Partition 2}, press [2]. When instructed to press a key or keys to perform an operation, symbols for the keys will be enclosed in square brackets, as shown here: Enter [D]

Audio Help

If your security system has an audio matrix module (PC59XX and intercom stations) connected to it, the Escort5580 can provide step-by-step audio instructions through the intercom stations. You can access the help function in one of two ways, depending on how your installer has programmed the "Help" button on your keypads: General Audio Help 1. Press the "Help" function key on the keypad 2. The Escort5580 will page all intercom stations. 3. Press the Page/Answer button on one of the stations (this button must be pressed within 5 seconds for the feature to work). This links the stations to the Escort5580. The Escort5580 announces audio help prompts over the intercom stations. Identified Audio Help 1. Press the Help function key on the keypad 2. The Escort5580 announces audio help prompts over the intercom station beside the keypad. NOTE: If a user is accessing the Escort locally over the telephone line, the Help function key will not work.
Accessing Your Security System
S E C T I O N 2 With the Escort5580 you can use a telephone (touch-tone only) to access your security system. This can be done either from a telephone on the premises (Local Access), or from a telephone off the premises anywhere in the world (Remote Access).

Local Access

Use this procedure to access your security system from a telephone that is on the same telephone line as your security system. No dial-in is necessary. Pick up the telephone; you will hear a dial tone. Enter your Telephone Access Code. The dial tone will stop and the system will announce: Hello. The system will then prompt: Enter your access code. Enter your [access code]. The system announces one or more messages to advise you of its status.

Remote Access

From any touch-tone telephone, first dial the number of your premises. If your premises have more than one line, be sure to call the number of the same line on which your Escort5580 has been installed. After a single ring, hang up, wait 10 seconds, and call again. On the second call, the system will answer after one or two rings and announce: Hello. Now you must enter your Telephone Access Code within 10 seconds or the system will automatically hang up. The system will then prompt: Enter your access code. Enter your [access code] within 20 seconds or the system will hang up. The system will also hang up if 3 incorrect access codes are entered. Once an access code has been entered, the system will announce one or more messages to advise you of its status. NOTE: There is only one Telephone Access Code. It is programmed by your installer. It is not the same as your system access code, which you also enter on your system keypad. More than one system access code may be programmed for use by different users of your system (see section 8Programming Access Codes).

Receiving Incoming Calls

If the Escort5580 is being used on the premises at the same time as someone calls you, the system will announce: "Attention, you have an incoming call. To receive the call, press [#] now." To answer the incoming call, press [#]. To continue to use the Escort5580, do not press [#].

What is a Partition?

A partition is a group of zones which act independently of other groups of zones. Each partition acts as an independent alarm system. Partitions will have different access codes to arm and disarm them. The access codes assigned to one partition will not work on another partition. However, access codes can be assigned to more than one partition to allow someone to use one access code for several different partitions. Your installer will inform you how partitions and access codes have been assigned on your system. NOTE: If you have a two-partition system, be sure to have your installer explain if your Escort5580 has been enabled to control one or both partitions.
If You Have a Two-Partition System
If you have a two-partition system, the Escort5580 may prompt you to select a partition after entering your access code (as in Section 2Accessing Your Security System). You will have to select a partition only if: your Escort5580 has been enabled to control both partitions the access code you enter has been programmed to access both partitions If both of these are the case, the system will prompt you to select a partition as follows: To Select {System}, press [1]. To Select {Partition 2}, press [2]. ({System} in this case refers to Partition 1) Press [1] or [2], to select a partition. The system will announce the status of the selected partition.
NOTE: Prompt words enclosed in brace brackets, { }, refer to labels. The system will announce the enclosed word by default unless it has been programmed to announce a specific label (e.g. you might hear East Wing instead of {Partition 2}).
Fire, Auxiliary and Panic Alarms
Your installer may have set up your system so that you can send a Fire, Auxiliary or Panic alarm at the press of a button. If so, using your telephone, you can: send a Fire alarm by pressing and holding [1] on your telephone for 2 seconds send an Auxiliary alarm by pressing and holding [2] on your telephone for 2 seconds send a Panic alarm by pressing and holding [3] on your telephone for 2 seconds. Ask your installer for more information.
NOTE: If the keypad lockout has been triggered by the entry of a number of incorrect access codes, the Fire, Auxiliary and Panic alarm buttons will not work.

Arming and Disarming

S E C T I O N 3 With the Escort5580, you can use a telephone to arm your system/partition (so that alarms, or other devices, will be activated when a zone on your premises is breached, such as when an Entry-Exit Door is opened). This can be done either locally or remotely. Similarly, you can use a telephone to disarm the system/partition. NOTE: DO NOT use a telephone with a redial button to arm or disarm your system.

Away Arming

NOTE: When arming your system/partition from a remote telephone, the system/ partition will automatically be armed in Stay mode. (See section 3.2, below.) Access your system (Section 2Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a Two-Partition System). If the system/partition is ready to be armed, the system will prompt: {System} is OFF. To turn ON, enter your access code. Enter your [access code]. The system will then announce: Turning {System} ON. Exit Delay in progress. To turn OFF, enter your access code. If the system/partition is not ready to be armed, the system will prompt: {System} is open. {Zone XX} Secure before turning ON. When the Secure before turning on message is heard, ensure that any breached zones on the system/partition are secure (e.g. by closing any open doors that the system/partition monitors) before trying to arm the partition. NOTE: Depending on the model of control panel you have, you may be able to toggle Stay/Away zones on or off after your system has been armed. See your system's Instruction Manual for more information.

At-Home Arming

At-Home Arming allows you to arm the system/partition and remain on the premises. When a system is at-home armed, certain zones (Stay/Away zones) will not be armed, so that you can move freely in certain areas of the premises. Your installer should tell you which zones are Stay/Away zones. At-Home Arming also cancels the Entry Delay (see the Instruction Manual of your control panel) on the Entry-Exit Doors so that an alarm will sound immediately if the EntryExit Door is opened. When the system prompts: {System} is OFF. To turn ON, enter your access code. Activate the Stay Arming feature by pressing [D]. The system will then prompt: To turn the system ON without Entry Delay, press [9], Press [9]. The system will prompt: Enter your access code.

Enter your [access code]. The system announces: Turning {System} ON without Entry Delay. Exit Delay in progress After exit delay expires, the selected partition will now be armed in At-Home Mode. Opening the entry-exit door will now sound an immediate alarm. NOTE: Depending on the model of control panel you have, you may be able to toggle Stay/Away zones on or off after your system has been armed. See your system's Instruction Manual for more information.

Disarming

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you return to the premises and find that an alarm has occurred while you were away, it is possible that an intruder may still be on the premises. Do not enter the premises. Go to the nearest telephone and contact the authorities. To disarm your system/partition, first access the system (Section 2Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a Two-Partition System). If the selected partition is armed, the system prompts: {System} is on. To turn off, enter your access code. Enter your [access code]. The system announces: {System} is off. If there were no alarms while the system/partition was armed, the system announces: No alarms in memory. If there were any alarms when the system/partition was armed, the system can announce how many there were and which zones were breached (see Section 3.5Alarm Memory). When the system/partition is disarmed, additional messages may be announced to advise you of its status, or to allow you to select another partition.
If An Alarm Sounds While You Are Home
There are two possible types of alarm, a Fire Alarm and an Intrusion Alarm. Each can have its own distinctive tone. Your immediate response will depend on which has been sounded. You should have these responses planned ahead of time.
Fire Alarm Your installer will inform you if fire detection equipment has been installed and activated on your system. Fire alarms will sound with a pulsing tone. If a fire alarm sounds, follow your emergency evacuation response plan immediately. Refer to the guidelines for Family Escape Planning (Section 8.2) at the back of this manual to construct your response plan. NOTE: Delay fire zones will not go into alarm while the Escort5580 is being accessed. Intrusion Alarm Intrusion alarms will sound with either a continuous or pulsed tone (ask your installer). If an intrusion alarm sounds, an intruder may still be on the premises. Go to a safe place immediately. If you are certain that the premises are safe, you can silence the alarm by disarming the system. If the alarm was unintentional, notify your central station and/or the local authorities immediately to prevent an unnecessary response. You can determine the cause of an alarm by reviewing the alarm memory (see Section 3.5 Alarm Memory). Once the alarm has been cleared (i.e. zones secured) and the system disarmed, your system/partition can be re-armed.

Phone line trouble.

trouble. Communication trouble. Your system has been unsuccessful in communicating an event to your central station. If you hear this message, call for service immediately. Zone Fault, press [5]. Your system has detected a Zone Fault on one or more zones. Press [5], and the system will announce which zones have a fault. If you are unsure of how to clear a zone fault, call for service. Zone tamper, press [6]. Your system has detected a Zone Tamper on one or more zones. Press [6] and the system will announce which zone(s) have tampers. If you are unsure how to clear the zone tamper, call for service. Your system has detected that one or more of the wireless devices on Device low battery, the system has a low battery. Press [7], and the system will announce press [7]. which devices have a low battery. Change the relevant batteries. If this does not correct the problem, call for service. The time and date are If all power to the system is interrupted (AC and battery), the system clock and date will need to be reset. Press [D], then [6], incorrect. and the system will provide prompts for you to enter the time and date. If you are unsure of the cause of the system power failure, call for service.
Setting Escort5580 Options

S E C T I O N 5

Setting The Time and Date
With the system disarmed (Section 3.3Disarming), access the security system (Section 2 Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a TwoPartition System). Press [D]. You will hear the prompt: For Special Functions, press [6]. Press [6]. The system will prompt: Enter your Master Code. Enter the Master Code. The system will prompt: For Time And Date, press [1]. Press [1]. The system announces the current time and date, and then prompts: To change the time, press [1]. To change the date, press [2]. To exit, press [#]. You may either: Press [1] to change the time. The system will prompt: Enter four digits for 24-hour time. Enter the time in 24-hour clock format: 00 to 23 for the hour, and 00 to 59 for the minute. -or Press [2] to change the date. The system will prompt: Enter six digits for the month, day, and year. Enter 01 to 12 for the month, 01 to 31 for the day, and 00 to 99 for the year. Upon programming information into either of these two sections the system will again announce the Time and Date menu.

Volume Control

The volume of the system messages/prompts can be controlled with this feature. With the system disarmed (Section 3.3Disarming), access the security system (Section 2 Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a TwoPartition System). Press [D]. You will hear the prompt: For Special Functions, press [6]. Press [6]. The system will prompt: Enter your Master Code Enter the Master Code. The system will prompt: For Volume Control, press [2].

How to Access the Home Automation Menu
You can access the Home Automation menu when your system is either armed or disarmed. To use this menu, first access the security system (Section 2Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a Two-Partition System). Press [D]. The system will prompt: For Automation Control and User Programming, press [5]. Press [5]. The system will prompt you with the Home Automation menu: For Automation Control, press [1]. For User Programming, press [3]. To exit, press [#].
How to Use the Item Control Menu
From the Home Automation menu, press [1]. The system may prompt you to enter your access code. The system will then prompt you with the Item Control menu. This menu allows you to choose individual items (devices which are controlled by Home Automation) and to turn them ON or OFF:
Item Control Menu Function Indicates the item or device selected. {Item XX}. Turns ON the item. To turn ON, press [1]. Turns OFF the item. To turn OFF, press [2]. Advances to the next item. For the next item, press [5]. Skips back to the previous item. For the previous item, press [6]. To select item using item number, press [7]. Lets you select another item by keying in its 2-digit number.
To exit, press [#]. Returns to the Home Automation menu.

O Dimming

The Dimming feature allows you to increase or decrease the brightness of an item, usually a light.
NOTE: This feature will only be enabled on items capable of dimming.
Items which have this feature enabled will have extra options in the Item Control menu. Only items with the Dimming feature enabled will have these options. If such an item is selected in the Item Control menu the system will announce the menu above with the addition of the following:
Item Control Menu To increase, press [3]. To decrease, press [4].
Function Increases the brightness. Decreases the brightness.
NOTE: The Escort5580 allows [F], [A], and [P] alarms to be sent by holding down [1], [2], or [3], respectively, for two seconds. For this reason, do not hold down the [3] key to increase the brightness of an item. Press the [3] key in short intervals instead.

Mode Control

Modes give you control over groups of items. When a mode is turned ON, each of the items will automatically operate according to the schedule(s) assigned to them. For example, your installer may have programmed one of the modes as a {Vacation mode} that you can turn on to activate premises lights while you are away. Your installer should provide you with a list of the items that have been assigned to each mode (if any modes are used). Your system has a maximum of 8 modes available. To operate items according to modes, you must access the Mode Control menu. To do this, first access the Home Automation menu, then press [2]. The system will prompt you with the following: Mode Control Menu Function {Mode XX} is OFF/ON. To change, press [1]. For the next Mode, press [2]. For the previous Mode, press [3]. To exit, press [#]. Indicates whether the current mode is ON or OFF.

Press [1] to toggle the mode ON or OFF. Press [2] to advance to the next mode. Press [3] to skip back to the previous mode. Press [#] to return to the Home Automation menu. Use this menu to select any mode you want, and to turn it ON/OFF.

Global Item Control

Certain devices controlled by your system may be defined by your installer as Global Items. These items can be controlled together with a single command. For example, all of the lights on the premises may be all programmed as Global Items. You could then turn all the lights on or off at once. Your installer will inform you which automation items on your system are Global Items.
From the Home Automation menu, select Global Item Control by pressing [3]. The system will prompt you with the following: To turn Global Items ON, press [1]. To turn Global Items OFF, press [2]. To exit, press [#].

Output Control Feature

The Output Control feature allows you to activate a programmable output on the main alarm control panel. This output can be used to temporarily open magnetically locked doors, or perform any function that requires a pulse of voltage to operate it. Up to 4 different output controls are available. Each can be programmed by your installer to activate a variety of devices. Ask your installer for more details. You may activate an Output Control while the system is armed or disarmed. Access the security system (Section 2Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a Two-Partition System). Press [D]. You will hear the prompt: For {Output Control}, press [7]. Press [7]. You will hear the prompts: For {Output Control 1}, press [1]. For {Output Control 2}, press [2]. For {Output Control 3}, press [3]." For {Output Control 4}, press [4]. Press the key corresponding to the Output Control you want to activate. If an access code is required, you will hear the prompt: Enter your access code Enter your [access code]. The system will announce: {Output Control} in progress The system will return to the main menu. To exit, press [#].

Video Camera Triggering

The Escort5580 can be used to remotely control the triggering of video cameras. This can only be done with security systems that have cameras connected to them via a PC5108L module (ask your installer for more details). The Video Camera Triggering feature will cause cameras to take pictures according to a sequence (or script) that has been programmed in the PC5108L module. To access this feature, access your system remotely (Section 2.2Remote Access). Press [D], then [8]. Your system will prompt: "Enter your access code." Enter your [access code]. The system will announce: "Goodbye." The system will then hang up so that the PC5108L can run the programmed script.

Programming Access Codes

S E C T I O N 7 The Access Code Programming feature allows you to program access codes (the Master Code may not be changeable with this feature) that will function on the security system as well as on the Escort. Your system will either have 4- or 6-digit access codes. Depending on what model of security system you have, you may have the option to program up to 37 of these codes. Access codes are programmed as follows: While disarmed, access your security system (Section 2Accessing Your Security System) and select a partition (Section 2.5If You Have a Two-Partition System). Press [D]. The system will prompt: For Automation Control and User Programming, press [5]. Press [5]. The system will then prompt: For Automation Control, press [1]. For User Programming, press [3]. To exit, press [#]. Press [3]. Enter the [master code]. The system will then prompt: User Code Programming. Enter the one-/two-digit User Number. For User Option Programming, press [9]. Users X, Y and Z are programmed. To exit, press [#].
NOTE: Your system may or may not prompt you with the User Option Programming prompt. Please consult your security systems Users Manual for more information on User Options. Enter the number that specifies which access code you want to program. The system will announce: Enter the new 4-/6-digit access code.
To exit, press [#]. Enter the new code. You will again be prompted: User Code Programming. Enter the one-/two-digit User Number. For User Option Programming, press [9]. Users X, Y and Z are programmed. To exit, press [#]. If you wish to program another access code, enter the user number. If not, press [#] to return to the main menu.
Fire and Safety in the Home
S E C T I O N 8 Most fires occur in the home, and to minimize this danger it is recommended that a household fire safety audit be conducted and a family escape plan be developed.

Household Fire Safety

Check your home for the following potential hazards: Are all electrical appliances and outlets in a safe condition? Check for frayed cords, overloaded lighting circuits, and so on. If you are uncertain about the condition of your electrical appliances or household electrical service, have a professional evaluation. Are all flammable liquids stored safely in closed containers in a well-ventilated and cool area? Cleaning with flammable liquids, such as gasoline, should be avoided. Refer to product instructions, printed warnings and labels for information on using and storing hazardous materials safely. Are fire hazardous materials (such as matches) well out of the reach of children? Are furnaces and wood burning appliances properly installed, clean, and in good working order? If in doubt, have a professional evaluation.

Family Escape Planning

There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time at which it becomes deadly. Because of this, it is very important that a family escape plan be developed, practiced and followed. 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. It is essential that escape from a bedroom be possible without opening the interior door. Consider the following when making your escape plans: Make sure that doors and windows that open to the outside are easily opened. Ensure that they are not painted shut and that their locking mechanisms operate smoothly. If opening an exit or using an 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 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. The family should have a predetermined assembly point where everyone can be accounted for; for example, across the street or at a neighbours house. Once everyone is out of the house, call the Fire Department. A good plan emphasizes quick escape. Do not investigate first or attempt to fight the fire, and do not attempt to rescue belongings as this takes up valuable time. Once outside, do not reenter the house. Wait for the fire department. Write the plan down and rehearse frequently, so that should an emergency arise, everybody will know what they are to do. Revise the plan as conditions change; for example, when there are more or fewer family members in the home, or if there are physical changes to the house. Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly tests. If you are unsure about system operation, contact your installing company. It is recommended that you contact your local fire department and request further information on home fire safety and escape planning. If available, have your local fire prevention officer conduct an in-house fire safety inspection.

Glossary

Access Code. A 4- or 6-digit code that allows users to access arming, disarming and other system functions. Different access codes may be assigned to different users. Item.. Items are devices (e.g. lights, appliances, etc.) that can be controlled within the Home Automation feature of the Escort system. Such devices can be controlled using a touch-tone telephone. Mode.. Modes give you control over groups of items programmed for scheduled or event initiated operation. When a mode is turned ON, each of the items will automatically operate according to the schedule(s) or panel events assigned to them. Example: your installer may have programmed a "Vacation" mode that you can turn on to activate premises lights while you are away. Output Control. A control which allows you to activate an output on the main alarm control panel. This output can be programmed by the installer to activate a variety of devices (e.g. to temporarily open magnetically locked doors). Partition.. A group of zones on the system which are armed/disarmed and controlled independently of other zones grouped into a separate partition. Each partition has its own keypad and can be assigned its own access codes. Telephone Access Code.. A 3-digit security code that must be entered when using a telephone to access the Escort system. The code must be entered whether calling locally (from a telephone on the premises and on the same line as the Escort) or remotely (from any other touch-tone telephone). Once access is gained to the Escort, a normal system access code is still usually required to access system functions. Zone.. An area (e.g. a room) or barrier (e.g. a door) within the premises that is monitored by a detector (e.g. smoke detector, door/window contact, motion detector, glassbreak detector, etc.).

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. 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.

International Warranty

The warranty for international customers is the same as for any customer within Canada and the United States, with the exception that Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall not be responsible for any customs fees, taxes, or VAT that may be due.

Warranty Procedure

To obtain service under this warranty, please return the item(s) in question to the point of purchase. All authorized distributors and dealers have a warranty program. Anyone returning goods to Digital Security Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Digital Security Controls Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which prior authorization has not been obtained.
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This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relating to normal use. It does not cover: damage incurred in shipping or handling; damage caused by disaster such as f ire, flood, wind, earthquake or lightning; damage due to causes beyond the control of Digital Security Controls Ltd. such as excessive voltage, mechanical shock or water damage; damage caused by unauthorized attachment, alterations, modifications or foreign objects; damage caused by peripherals (unless such peripherals were supplied by Digital Security Controls Ltd.); defects caused by failure to provide a suitable installation environment for the products; damage caused by use of the products for purposes other than those for which it was designed; damage from improper maintenance; damage arising out of any other abuse, mishandling or improper application of the products. 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

Application Note Remote Temperature Control

Application

The security system will provide timed and/or telephone control of central heat systems Equipment Required:

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Appropriate alarm panel with 5580 Escort Module; X-10 PRO PSC04 Powerline Interface; X-10 PRO PDT15 PROSTAT Digital Thermostat Length of 4 conductor telephone cable;
See important Note in Installation Section below
Optional, but highly recommended, XPTT & XPTR Testers to
evaluate X-10 signal strength within premises;
PHC02 Maxi Controller, essential in your kit, to transmit X-10 codes

Benefit

To provide specific temperature control including setback and comfort temperature levels Scheduled control of central heat/cooling systems for energy management and comfort
during final set up and verification of HVAC Controller operation

Installation:

Step 1: Locate available AC outlet near panel Step 2: Plug PSC04 into outlet, connect phone cord between Escort 5580 and PSC04 Powerline Interface; Note: The PSC04s red LED will be illuminated in its idle state if the
interconnecting cord is the correct one. If the LED does not illuminate when the 5580 is connected to the PSC04, then the phone cord is likely the wrong type. The LED will blink Offwhen the PSC04 is transmitting signals onto the power line and return to its idle On state when transmissions are complete.
Step 3: Install X-10 PRO PDT15 as per the supplied instructions.

Things to watch for:

Do premises require either a Passive Phase
Coupler, Coupler Repeater, or Blocking Coupler Filter? Sources of AC electrical noise to determine whether any filters (XPPF) may be required: i.e.- Baby Monitors, PC's, Lap Top PC's, TV's, refrigeration units, etc.
NOTE: Be advised that X-10 PRO equipment uses the buildings own wiring to communicate, therefore an unpolluted electrical environment is essential. Specific knowledge and training are required to design and install X-10 PRO systems. Should questions arise, please contact your local X-10 PRO Regional Manager or X-10 PROs Technical Support at 1-800-832-4003. It is understood that the choice of components is not to be relied upon as final and is provided for informational purposes only. The user acknowledges that the application of any X-10 PRO equipment should be performed by trained installers adhering to all electrical codes, principally due to the fact each electrical system they encounter is unique and performance may be different at each site. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as creating any liability or engineering responsibility from X-10 PRO and its staff. See instruction sheets supplied with each product for more specific application and wiring information.

X-10 PRO Tampa, Florida

Sales 800-411-2888; Tech Support 800-832-4003

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Remote Temperature Control
DSC 832 & Escort 5580 Programming Information:
Refer to DSC PC5010 Programming Worksheet Booklet, to configure the PGM for the event which the X-10 PRO device will follow (Optional); Note - This example shows optional programming to have the PDT15 HVAC Controller follow the armed status of the PC5010 in order to control the setback functions automatically when the system is armed (or a partition is armed). This may not be required in all applications and can be eliminated if the customer wishes to only have local or remote phone control of the PDT15 functions. These programming sections have been marked (Optional) Ensure all connections are correct and all other system programming is complete
Optional - In this example it is assumed that you are utilizing the first available PGM (PGM3) for an X-10 device to
follow, (however you could select any PGM between PGM3 & 14)

Optional - Select PC5010 Programming Section [010] Optional - Enter 05 (this will configure PGM3 for system - partition - armed status) Optional - Press # to exit Section [010] Optional - Section [143] must have Attribute 3 Off. In this section you may also select if only a particular partition
is to control the Setback function
Refer to Escort 5580 Installation Manual, for details regarding programming the Escort to control X-10 PRO device(s)

Refer

to Section [002], Option 03 must be On to enable home automation
In this example you are programming Escort 5580 Automation Item 01 for Heat On/Off control and
Automation Item 02 for Setback On/Off control, therefore Section [130] would be programmed with [120] which corresponds to X-10 Address H9 and Section [135] would be programmed with [124] which corresponds to X-10 Address H13 (as shown in Appendix B) and the suggested address on the X-10 PRO PDT15 Controller Board should be set to House Code H

Section

[131] and [136] must have Option 01 On to enable the automation items
Section [136] Option 07 may optionally be Off and Option 09 On if you wish the Automation Item to
prompt by saying Setback On/Off rather than just On/Off for the setback function
[136] Option 04 must be On to allow Setback points to be changed by using dimming commands - Section [139] must be programmed as [01], to enable PC5010 output control - Section [402] must be programmed as 03 for the Automation Item to follow PGM3

Optional Optional

* Specific temperature settings may be transmitted to the PDT15 from the Escort 5580 on timer schedules and/or following panel triggers specified by you.