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About Your Security System

Your DSC Power832 Security System has been designed to provide you with the greatest possible

flexibility and convenience. Read this manual carefully and have your installer instruct you on your

system's operation and on which features have been implemented in your system. All users of this

system should be equally instructed in its use. Fill out the “System Information” page with all of you

zone information and access codes and store this manual in a safe place for future reference.

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

NFPA 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 becomes

functional.

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 central station. If you inadvertently initiate an alarm, immediately call the central 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 Power832 control panel, one or more Power832 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 central 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.

Summary of content (17 pages)

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About Your Security System Your DSC Power832 Security System has been designed to provide you with the greatest possible flexibility and convenience. Read this manual carefully and have your installer instruct you on your system's operation and on which features have been implemented in your system. All users of this system should be equally instructed in its use.
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System Information Fill out the following information for future reference and store this manual in a safe place.
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Access Codes Access Codes are used to arm and disarm the system. There are 33 access codes available: one Master Code and 32 access 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.
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Alternate Arming Methods Away Arming Arming the system in the Away mode will have all interior zones and perimeter zones active. If motion is detected in the interior zones, or if one of the perimeter zones is violated, the alarm sequence will begin. To arm in the Away mode, enter your access code and exit the premises through a designated Exit/Entry door. The system will recognize that occupants have left the premises. Once the exit delay expires, the system will be fully armed.
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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, enter your code again. As soon as the correct code is entered, the Armed light will go out and the keypad will stop beeping.
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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 or central station immediately to avoid an unnecessary response.
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PC5532(Z) LED Keypad LCD5500(Z) Keypad PC5508(Z), PC5516(Z) and PC5532(Z) Keypads: All Keypads: Press the keys on the number pad to view alarms or troubles, to Arm/Disarm the system or to bypass zones. To exit, press [#]; to select a function, press [✱]. Function Keys (Stay, Away, Chime, Reset, Exit): If activated by your installer, these keys allow easy single button activation of the most commonly used features. For more information, talk to your alarm installer.
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Programming codes from an LCD Keypad: Master Code Press the [✱] key to enter the function list. Scroll (< >) to... Press (*) for<> Press [5] or [✱]. The display will read... Access Codes Enter Master Access Code Enter your current Master Code. The display will read... (*) to Edit < > “01P” represents the first access code. Use the arrow (< >) keys to scroll to “40P” User Code 01P and press the [✱] key to indicate that you wish to program the Master Code. The display will read...
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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.
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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. To view troubles from an LED Keypad: A trouble will be indicated by the Trouble light which will remain ON until the trouble condition is cleared.
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Setting the System Date and Time To set the system time, enter [✱] [6] followed by the Master Code. Press [1]. The keypad will now accept 10 consecutive digits: • Enter the Time in Hours and Minutes using the 24 Hour format (00:00 to 23:59). • Enter the Date in Months, Days and Years (MM DD YY). NOTE: If you have an LCD keypad, your installer may have programmed your system to display the time and date while the keypad is idle.
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Door Chime Feature The door chime feature is used, while the panel is disarmed, 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 [✱][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.
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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.
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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.
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AVIS: L’étiquette de l’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme à certaines normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Industrie Canada n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur. Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication.
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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.