First Alert FA168CPS Home Security System User Manual


 
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PROGRAMMING MODE COMMANDS
TO ENTER PROGRAMMING MODE (using an alpha keypad connected to the control):
A. POWER UP, then press [
] and [#] at the same time, within 50 seconds of powering up (this method must be used if
98
was used to exit program mode). OR
B. Initially, key: Installer Code (4 + 1 + 1 + 2) plus 8 + 0 + 0.
PROGRAMMING COMMANDS
Task Command/Explanation
Go to a Data Field
Press [
] + [Field Number], followed by the required entry.
Entering Data
When the desired field number appears, simply make the required entry. When the last entry
for a field is entered, the keypad beeps three times and automatically displays the next data
field in sequence. If the number of digits that you need to enter in a data field is less than the
maximum digits available (for example, the phone number fields *41, *42), enter the desired
data, then press [ ] to end the entry. The next data field number is displayed.
Review a Data Field Press [#] + [Field Number].
Data will be displayed for that field number. No changes will be accepted in this mode.
Deleting an Entry
Press [
] + [Field Number] + [
]. (Applies only to fields 40 thru *46, *94, and pager fields)
Initialize Download ID
Press
96. Initializes download ID and subscriber account number.
Reset Factory Defaults
Press
97. Sets all data fields to original factory default values.
Zone Programming
Press
56. Zone characteristics, report codes, alpha descriptors, and serial numbers for 5800
RF transmitters.
Function Key Programming
Press
57. Unlabeled keypad keys (known as ABCD keys) for special functions
Zone Programming
(Expert Mode)
Press
58. Same options as *56 mode, but with fewer prompts. Intended for those familiar
with this type of programming, otherwise *56 mode is recommended.
Output Device Mapping
Press
79. Assign module addresses and map individual relays/powerline carrier devices
Output Programming
Press
80. 4229 or 4204 Relay modules, Powerline Carrier devices, or on-board triggers
Zone List Programming
Press
81. Zone Lists for relay/powerline carrier activation, chime zones, pager zones, etc.
Alpha Programming
Press
82. Zone alpha descriptors
IP/GSM Programming
Press
29. For programming the IP/GSM options.
Exit Program Mode with
installer code lockout
Press
98. Exits programming mode and
prevents
re-entry by: Installer Code + 8 + 0 + 0.
To reenter programming mode, the system must be powered down, then powered up. Then
use method A above. See field *88 for other *98 Program mode lockout options.
Exit Program Mode
Press
99. Exits program mode and
allows
re-entry by: Installer Code + 8 + 0 + 0 or method A
above.
Scheduling Mode
Enter code + [#] +64. Create schedules to automate various system functions.
Site-Initiated Download Installer code + [#] + 1 (perform while system is disarmed and in normal mode)
AVS QUICK PROGRAMMING COMMANDS (for AAV sessions using the AVS system)
For controls with the following firmware revision levels, these commands automatically configure the control for AVS
operation. FA148CP = version 6.0 or higher; FA168CPS = version 7.0 or higher
installer code + [#] + 03: enable AVS operation
installer code + [#] + 04: enable AVS operation and enable panels sounds on the AVST speaker
installer code + [#] + 05: remove all programming options that were set if [#] + 03 quick command was performed
installer code + [#] + 06: remove all programming options that were set if [#] + 04 quick command was performed
Refer to the AVS SYSTEM ENABLE and QUICK PROGRAMMING COMMANDS section for details on the specific options
that are set with each command, depending on the control used.
To select the AAV session communication path (phone line/communication device), see field 55 Dynamic Signaling Priority.
To enable AAV operation, use 91 Options field (option 4).
Special Messages
OC = OPEN CIRCUIT (no communication between Keypad and Control).
EE or ENTRY ERROR = ERROR (invalid field number entered; re-enter valid field number).
After powering up, AC, dI (disabled) or Busy Standby and NOT READY will be displayed after approximately 4 seconds.
This will revert to a “Ready” message in approximately 1 minute, which allows PIRS, etc. to stabilize. You can bypass this
delay by pressing [#] + [0].
If E4 or E8 appears, more zones than the expansion units can handle have been programmed. The display will clear after
you correct the programming.
IMPORTANT: The Real-Time Clock must be set before the end of the installation. See procedure in the Setting
the Real-Time Clock section of this manual.