First Alert K596-1 9 Home Security System User Manual


 
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Features
General Information
This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire, and emergency, depending on the
configuration of your system. The system consists of a master keypad for controlling system operation,
various wireless sensors that provide perimeter and interior burglary protection, and optional smoke or
combustion detectors to provide early fire warning. In addition, optional wireless keypads may have been
installed to allow you to control the system away from the master keypad. The system may also be
controlled from a remote telephone and can be used as a speaker phone.
The system uses microcomputer technology to monitor all protection zones and system status, display
appropriate information on the keypad display, and initiate appropriate alarms. Your system may also have
been programmed to automatically send alarm or status messages over the phone lines to a central alarm
monitoring station, and may also be capable of two-way voice communication with the central station.
The user features of this security system are listed below. Ask your installer which features have been
programmed for your system.
STAY and AWAY arming modes: By using these modes you can protect either the perimeter only, or
the entire premises.
3 panic key functions: Designated keys allow you to manually activate fire, personal emergency, or
silent alarms. Refer to the PANIC KEYS section for detailed information.
Paging feature: Alerts you to certain system conditions by displaying code numbers that indicate the
type of condition that has occurred. In addition, pressing the AUX key can send a predefined message to
your pager, if programmed to do so (see AUX key function below). Refer to the PAGING FEATURE
section for detailed information.
Real-time clock: Keypad displays current time. Refer to the CLOCK/CALENDAR section for
procedures for setting the time.
Voice announcement of system status: The master keypad’s built-in speaker announces system status at
the press of a key. Refer to the CHECKING SYSTEM STATUS section for detailed information.
Message center: The system allows recording and play back of brief messages. Refer to the
RECORDING/PLAYBACK MESSAGES section for procedures.
Device activation: Designated keys allow you to turn lights and/or other devices on and off. In addition,
some devices (e.g., a light) may be programmed to activate automatically as a result of a system event
such as an alarm or trouble condition. Refer to the USING POWERLINE CARRIER DEVICE
COMMANDS section for detailed information.
AUX key function: Designated key lets you activate a predefined series of keystrokes with a single press
of the
AUX
key plus user code, if programmed to do so (see Paging feature above). Refer to the AUX
FUNCTION section for detailed information.
Scheduling feature: Allows you to schedule the automatic activation or deactivation of X-10 devices or
program events (e.g. alarm clock, reminder, and latch key).