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Section VIII • SENSOR/TRANSMITTER INSTALLATION
Note: The Sensor/Transmitter included in the Voice Alert™ kit comes
pre-programmed from the factory and will activate any VA-6000S, within range.
If you decide to isolate a Sensor/Transmitter to one receiver only or change the
Code, follow these steps.
To change the code, set the 8-key dipswitch to any setting DIFFERENT from your other
Sensor/Transmitter settings (See Figure 8).
Installation indoors, on a smooth surface, can be accomplished with the double sided tape included
with each Voice Alert™ Sensor/Transmitter. Simply peel off one side of the tape and apply
it to the back of the Sensor/Transmitter mounting bracket. Peel off the second side of the tape and
press the mounting bracket tape to the smooth surface.
Screws (included) are recommended for installing the Sensor/Transmitters outdoors, on rough
surfaces, or where there is the possibilty of high winds.
To install the Sensor/Transmitters using screws: mark holes using the paper template enclosed.
Securely install the mounting bracket at the desired location. The sensor should be placed
approximately 7 1/2’ above the floor for maximum range of detection (See Figure 5).
Fig 7.
5. Avoid installing the Sensor/Transmitter on metal surfaces
Metal surfaces such as aluminum siding will reduce the transmission
range of the Sensor/Transmitter unless, it is installed near the edge
of a window.
6. Weather resistance
Make certain to reposition the rubber gasket around the edge of the
Sensor/Transmitter when reconnecting the Sensor/Transmitter cover.
7. Battery Saver
In order to conserve battery life, it is essential that after set up is
completed, the steps in Section VII be followed.
1. Avoid direct sunlight
The unit should not be placed where sunlight will strike directly on the face of the
Sensor/Transmitter, (indirect light shining through windows will not trigger the sensor).
2. Avoid hot and cold air currents
Install the unit at least 3 feet from strong forced air heaters, air conditioners
or sources of drafts, such as doors.
3. Choose a location at right angles to the path of movement
The Sensor/Transmitter functions best when placed so that movement is
across the detection beams, rather than toward the Sensor.
4. Avoid Large Objects
Place the unit so that no large objects obstruct the detection pattern.
Trees and other moving objects (flags, whirly gigs, etc.) can cause false triggers.
Choose the sensor pattern for your VA-6000T to meet the needs of each monitored zone.
The Sensor/Transmitter comes set from the factory with a downward fan pattern [A] that
covers a 40’ x 40’ area, when mounted at 7 1/2’ above the ground. By using one of the
flexible Pattern Adjusting inserts [D]. Choose the pattern for either a vertical fan pattern [B]
or a horizontal fan pattern [C] (See Figure 6).
To install a Pattern Adjuster;
1. Remove the sensor cover.
2. Insert one edge of the plastic pattern adjuster into the frame behind the lens.
3. Gently press the pattern adjuster until the other edge snaps into the opposite side of
the lens frame.
Fig 5.
Fig 8.
DIPSWITCH
ON
OFF
ON
1 23 4 5 6 78
Fig 6.
C
B
40’
40’
6”
A
WALL MOUNT
71/2’
40’
40’
D
Section XII • ADJUSTING TERMINAL OUTPUT DURATION
Up to four devices that have zero voltage input terminals can be activated by the
VA-6000S. Connections NO.1-NO.4 (on the rear of the Voice Alert Receiver/Speaker)
are activated by corresponding channels #1-#4. (See Figure 9) Contacts are rated
to carry 24 VDC or 117 VAC at 1 AMP.
To set the output duration of each connection;
1. Move the slide switch to the “RUN” position.
2. Press and hold the “PLAYBACK” button for 2 seconds to activate SETTING MODE.
3. In SETTING MODE, toggle through the setting sequence for each
message button #1- #4 to set the output duration for each terminal output connection.
The three LED will indicate the time duration setting (see chart)
4. Press “PLAYBACK” to lock in each chosen setting and return to working mode.
5. Repeat steps 1,2,3 and 4 to set time duration for each connection.
Power LED Set Up LED Low Battery LED
Option
No Output
1 Second Output
5 Second Output
30 Second Output
60 Second Output
Continuous
#1 #2 #3
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Section IX • SENSOR ZONE PATTERN ADJUSTMENT
Section X • CHANGING THE SENSOR/TRANSMITTER CODE
PUSH
Always test the installation to assure proper coverage.
For best performance of the Sensor/Transmitter, the following
precautions should be observed:
WALL MOUNT
6”
71/2’
The VA-6000T Sensor/Transmitter can function as a “Transmitter” only, by disabling the (PIR) sensor, using the On/Off
switch [C] (See Figure 4) and attaching an external triggering device to the wire connectors [D] (See Figure 4).
Section XI • TRANSMIT WITHOUT (PIR)
If activating the same message is desired for any number of additional
Sensor/Transmitters, set the dipswitches of each Sensor/Transmitter to the SAME code
positions. Programming of the Voice Alert™ Receiver/Speaker is not necessary for these
additional Sensor/Transmitters, if the original codes have already been programmed.
The new code settings must be programmed into the Receiver/Speaker
(See Section VI • PROGRAM ONE OR MORE SENSOR/TRANSMITTERS...).
Remove the front cover of the Sensor/Transmitter by pressing down on the release
tab at the bottom of the unit (See Figure 7).
LED
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NOTE:
To disarm the Voice Alert System when the “CONTINUOUS” setting is triggered, turn OFF the Receiver/Speaker
with the “POWER” switch. When “POWER” is turned back ON the system will return to working mode.
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Fig 9.
Recorded messages can be broadcast from an intercom or P/A
(Public Address) system by connecting the broadcast amplifier to
the terminal outputs [A] located in the compartment under the
Receiver/Speaker (See Figure 9).
The volume of the broadcast will be controlled by the volume
control of the amplifier NOT the “VOLUME” knob on the Voice
Alert Receiver/Speaker.
Section XIII • BROADCAST AUDIO MESSAGE