PRINTER’S INSTRUCTIONS: INSTR,DVS-2400 - LINEAR P/N: 212734 H - INK: BLACK - MATERIAL: 20 LB. MEAD BOND WITH 80 LB. WHITE COATED COVER - SIZE: 8.500” X 11.000” - SCALE: 1-1 - FOLDING: ALBUM FOLD - BINDING: SADDLE-STITCH SECURITY SUPERVISED WIRELESS SECURITY CONSOLE Installation & Programming Instructions USA & Canada (800) 421-1587 & (800) 392-0123 (760) 438-7000 - Toll Free FAX (800) 468-1340 www.linearcorp.
INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS for selecting Linear’s DVS-2400 Security System. The DVS-2400 Console incorporates many advanced and sophisticated features. The system can be expanded and customized to fit the installation’s specific needs. The DVS-2400 Console and its accessories are designed and manufactured by the oldest wireless security company in North America. You can look ahead to many years of reliable service with this Console and its accessories.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. THE DVS-2400 SECURITY SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 DOOR/WINDOW SENSORS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 WIRELESS KEYPAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SMOKE DETECTOR . . . . . . .
1. THE DVS-2400 SECURITY SYSTEM DXT-41 & DXT-42 REMOTES DXT-21 & DXT-23 REMOTES † DXT-61 REMOTE † DVS-2400 CONSOLE DXS-10 WIRELESS KEYPAD DXS-62A REMOTE DXS-73 SMOKE DETECTOR † NOTE: These accessories are not listed by UL. DXS-31 DOOR/WINDOW SENSOR DXS-32 MINI DOOR/WINDOW SENSOR DXS-81 BILL TRAP † CONSOLE The DVS-2400 Console is the heart of the system. It monitors all of the system’s wireless sensors and controls the alarm sirens.
DOOR/WINDOW SENSORS PANIC BUTTONS The DXS-31 and DXS-32 sensors monitor doors and windows. They send radio signals to the Console. One type of signal is sent when the door or window is opened, and a different type of signal is sent when the door or window is closed. If the Console is armed, a sensor can trigger the Console's burglary siren when its door or window is opened. Both sensors are supervised, send hourly status reports, and monitor their battery condition.
2. SECURITY SYSTEM FLOOR PLAN EXAMPLE SYSTEM ✦ The example shows a typical DVS-2400 system. ✦ Any or all of the accessories shown can be used. ✦ A total of 24 sensors can be used with each Console. DESIGN THE INSTALLATION 1. Draw a floor plan for the installation. 2. Consider the security needs of the premises. 3. Determine which doors and windows are vulnerable to intrusion. 4. Figure which interior areas an intruder might go to if unlawful entrance is gained. 5.
3. TYPICAL SYSTEM SENSORS DOOR/WINDOW SENSOR ✦ Sensor mounts on door or window with adjacent magnet. ✦ Opening door or window moves magnet away, triggering sensor. ✦ Pressing the case causes sensor to send a test signal. ✦ Jumper inside for INSTANT or DELAYED alarm setting. ✦ Press the case for testing, the red transmit light shows that battery is in good condition. ✦ Internal lithium batteries are monitored by the Console. ✦ Sends hourly status reports to the Console.
4. CONSOLE FEATURES 3 ★ Specific indicator will light showing the mode the Console is in. ★ HOME indicator will blink during Secure Exit and Home Instant modes. ★ AWAY indicator will blink during the exit delay in the Away Mode. 5 4 4 POWER LIGHT ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 6 ★ Blinks when one or more sensors have a low battery. ★ Press for one second to view sensor status. Sensor status indicator for any sensor with a low battery will light along with the BATTERIES indicator.
13 14 15 11 16 12 10 17 18 22 21 19 20 10 AUXILIARY FUSE ★ Type 2AG, 1-amp fuse. ★ Protects the external relay output when used with wet contacts (12 VDC switched out). ★ Fuse will blow when load exceeds 1 amp. ✎ WARNING: For continued protection against the risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating of fuse. 11 Terminals for connection to the plug-in AC transformer. Terminals for connection to an external siren speaker. Automation Output to connect to an automation controller.
5. CONSOLE INSTALLATION CONSOLE LOCATION ✎ NOTE: Wireless sensor signals must be able to reach the Console. ✔ Try to centrally locate the Console. ✔ Keep Console away from large metal appliances. ✔ Maximum recommended sensor range is 400 feet (system tested at 1000 feet). USE A PAPER CLIP TO REMOVE THE CLEAR DISPLAY WINDOW ✎ NOTE: If you don't use the Wireless Keypad, the Console should be easily accessible to the usual entrance.
EXTERNAL CONSOLE SPEAKER CONNECTION ✦ An external console speaker sounds system tones and alerts occupants with a loud siren during alarm. EXTERNAL CONSOLE SPEAKER ✦ With the VB-2 module installed, the Central Station can talk to the occupants through the external console speaker. ✦ Use an 8-ohm, 10 watt minimum rated speaker. Do not use a horn/siren with a built-in siren driver. LINEAR SECURITY CONSOLE MODEL DVS-2400 ✦ Up to two 8-ohm speakers can be used with each Console.
TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION ✦ Connect the Console to the telephone line if the system is monitored, requires 2-way audio, or requires telephone remote command. TELEPHONE TERMINAL LINEAR SECURITY CONSOLE MODEL DVS-2400 BLOCK TELEPHONE TERMINAL BLOCK SEIZED RING SEIZED TIP ✦ Telephone RING & TIP terminals are for connection to the incoming telephone line. 1. Install a USOC RJ31-X or RJ38-X jack to the telephone system near the Console. 2.
CONSOLE POWER CONNECTION ✦ The Console is powered by a low voltage plug-in transformer. ✦ Use up to 25 feet of 20 AWG or larger two-conductor wire to connect the transformer to the Console. 1. Route the power wires from the plug-in transformer to the Console. LINEAR SECURITY CONSOLE MODEL DVS-2400 MAIN TERMINAL BLOCK OPTIONAL VOICE MODULE MODEL: VB-2 MAIN TERMINAL BLOCK AC AC EXT. SPKR PLUG-IN TRANSFORMER (-) 16 VAC, 28 VA H/A H/A + RELAY N.O. RELAY DRY 2.
6. BASIC CONSOLE PROGRAMMING ✦ In a new installation, when power is first applied the system's master user code is “1234”. CREATE THE MASTER USER CODE ✎ NOTE: Local programming must be entered on the Console's keypad, not on a wireless remote keypad. (clears keypad if any other keys have 1. Press been pressed). 2. Place the Console in Test Mode (enter 1234 and press TEST. ✴ A “gong” and four “beeps” will sound. 3. Enter the Setup Mode from Test Mode, enter 1234 then press TEST again.
PROGRAMMING DIFFERENT SENSOR TYPES ✦ Follow the instructions on the previous page to select a sensor number to program the sensor into. ✎ NOTE: A sensor can be programmed into more than one location. Be sure to choose an UNUSED sensor number. If a sensor gets entered into more than one location, delete the duplicates using the remove sensor function. ✦ To add DXS-10 wireless keypads, press and hold the key until programmed into the Console.
7. BASIC SENSOR INSTALLATION ✦ Each accessory sensor is packaged with its own set of installation instructions specific to the model of sensor. ✦ Refer to the sensor's instructions for details on installing, operating, and testing of the sensor. FROM TOP OF CASE TWIST SCREWDRIVER BETWEEN CASE HALVES UNTIL IT POPS OPEN ✦ Following are basic instructions for installing two popular DVS-2400 accessories: The Model DXS-10 Wireless Remote Keypad and the Model DXS-31 or DXS-32 Door/Window Transmitters.
DXS-31 & DXS-32 DOOR/WINDOW SENSORS ✦ The DXS-31 and DXS-32 sensors can be used to monitor doors, windows, cabinets, crawl space doors, gates, freezer doors, and many other moving objects that could be used for intrusion or need to be monitored. ✦ A built-in magnetic switch triggers the sensor when its magnet (mounted on the moving part or the door or window) moves away from the sensor.
8. CUSTOMIZING THE CONSOLE ✦ The Console can be customized for the specific installation. USE SENSOR LABELS PROVIDED ✦ A label sheet with sensor location names is provided with the Console. ✦ Labeling the sensors allows quick and easy identification of where a door or window is open, where any alarms have occurred, where a sensor with a low battery is, or where a sensor with trouble is. LABELING THE SENSORS 1. Use a paper clip to remove the clear display window.
9. CONSOLE OPERATING MODES OFF MODE ✦ Use this mode to disarm the burglary portion of the system. ✦ Switching to Off Mode stops any alarms in progress. ✦ The 24-hour functions are still active in Off Mode and can be triggered by pressing the FIRE or EMERGENCY button. OFF MODE START HERE (OPTIONAL) 1. Switch to Off Mode by entering the user code, and pressing OFF. ✴ When the system is disarmed to Off Mode, the Console will sound one “Gong”.
HOME MODE ✦ Use this mode when sleeping or when anyone is staying inside. ✦ Home Mode causes an instant alarm when any perimeter sensor is triggered. MANUAL BYPASSING OF SENSORS ✦ Manual bypassing of sensors in the Home Mode allows arming of the system at night with open windows, while still having perimeter protection with other closed doors and windows. 1. The Console will resist arming with open door or window sensors.
AWAY MODE ✦ Use this mode when no one will be staying home. ✦ Each burglary sensor can trigger the siren once per arming period. ✦ Away Mode causes an instant alarm when any perimeter sensor is triggered. ✦ Away Mode causes a delayed alarm when any exit/entry sensor is triggered. ✦ Away Mode causes an instant alarm when any interior sensors (motion detectors, etc.) are triggered. The interior sensors will be delayed if a perimeter delayed sensor is triggered first.
✎ NOTE: If the Console is left unattended in Test Mode, it will automatically switch back to Off Mode after three minutes. TEST MODE ✦ Even though this is a self-monitoring supervised system, the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association recommends that all security systems should be tested manually on a regular basis. ✦ When directly connecting (without a telephone line) to the DVS-2400 with the RA-2400 remote access software (Version 1.
10. SYSTEM TROUBLE INDICATIONS ✦ The DVS-2400 Console is a self-monitoring supervised wireless system. ✦ If the Console detects a problem with any of the supervised system sensors or with its power, it will display the appropriate trouble indication and, if monitored, report the trouble to the Central Station through the communicator (depending on communicator programming). CONSOLE LOW BATTERY ✦ The Console constantly charges and monitors the optional backup battery (if installed).
11. CUSTOMIZING THE SYSTEM ✦ Adding additional sensors will increase the protection provided by the system. ✦ All ground-level perimeter openings and accessible upper-story openings need protection. ✦ Motion detectors can protect interior areas and areas where valuables are kept. ADDING SENSORS TO THE SYSTEM 1. Always start with the Console in Test Mode (enter a user code and press TEST). 2. Enter the master user code then press TEST. START IN TEST ✴ A “Gong” and five “Beeps” will sound.
MAKING A SENSOR A 24-HOUR DOOR CHIME ✦ Sensors can be programmed to cause the Console to chime any time they're activated. START IN TEST ✦ Chime-only sensors will not be able to trigger the alarm in any Console mode. MASTER USER CODE ✦ The sensor must have already been programmed into the Console (see “Adding Sensors to the System” for details). 1. Start with the Console in Test Mode. 2. Enter the master user code then press TEST. TEST ✴ A “Gong” and five “Beeps” will sound.
MAKING A SENSOR PERFORM A DIFFERENT FUNCTION ✦ Sensors can be reprogrammed to perform different sensor functions. START IN TEST ✦ The sensor must have already been programmed into the Console (see “Adding sensors to the System” for details). MASTER USER CODE 1. Start with the Console in Test Mode. 2. Enter the master user code then press TEST. ✴ A “Gong” and five “Beeps” will sound. ✴ The sensor status indicators will light for each sensor programmed into the Console. TEST 3.
12. ADVANCED PROGRAMMING ✦ To perform any of the advanced programming steps, the Console must be in the Setup Mode. ✦ Each programming function is performed with similar keystrokes. After the Console is in Setup Mode, enter the programming step number, press HOME, then enter the new value and press AWAY. For reference, follow the figures next to the programming steps. SETUP MODE 1. Start with the Console in Test Mode (Setup Mode cannot be reached from any other mode).
CHANGING A SENSORS SUPERVISION ✦ When a sensor is programmed, the Console automatically recognizes it as supervised or non-supervised. SENSOR NUMBER TO CHANGE HOME ✦ The Console expects hourly status transmissions from any sensor programmed as supervised. ✦ Any sensor can be programmed as supervised or non-supervised. PROGRAM 16 FOR NON-SUPERVISED 17 FOR SUPERVISED AWAY STORE PROGRAM ✎ NOTE: Don't program a sensor that doesn't send status transmissions as supervised.
FIRE SIREN TIME ✦ The factory-set fire siren time is five minutes (UL installation maximum). STEP #32 The fire siren time can be adjusted from one to 30 minutes using this step. 3 DEF PROGRAMMING STEP #32 2 ABC HOME PROGRAM TIME IN MINUTES (1-30) AWAY AUTOMATION OUTPUT TIME ✦ The factory setting causes the Automation Output to toggle between on and off with each activation.
SILENT BURGLARY ALARMS ✦ The factory setting causes audible burglary alarms. STEP #63 The Console can be programmed for silent burglary alarms using this step. 6 MNO PROGRAMMING STEP #63 3 DEF HOME PROGRAM 0 FOR AUDIBLE BURG 1 FOR SILENT BURG AWAY SILENT EMERGENCY ALARMS ✦ The factory setting causes audible emergency alarms. STEP #64 The Console can be programmed for silent emergency alarms using this step.
AUTOMATION OUTPUT MODE DURING ALARM ✦ The factory setting causes the Automation Output to flash if it is programmed to activate during or after an alarm. ✎ NOTE: For the Automation Output to activate during or after an alarm, that function must be enabled with Programming Step 71 or 72. STEP #68 The output can be programmed to be a steady output using this step.
AUTOMATION OUTPUT WHILE ARMED ✦ The factory setting causes the Console's Automation Output to activate when pressing the key, or when it's triggered with a two-button remote control. STEP #73 The Console can be programmed to activate the Automation Output when the system is armed as well as when normally triggered using this step.
ADDING ADDITIONAL USER CODES ✦ The Console can be programmed with five restricted user codes and one page alert user code. PROGRAMMING STEPS #93 TO 98 ✦ The restricted user codes operate the system as usual, but cannot access Setup Mode. PROGRAM ✦ The restricted user codes can access a special Code Mode that can be used to change or remove any of the five restricted user codes, the page alert user code, or the duress code.
13. COMMUNICATOR PROGRAMMING ✦ To perform any of the communicator programming steps, the Console must be in the Setup Mode. ✦ Each programming function is performed with similar keystrokes. After the Console is in Setup Mode, enter the programming step number and press HOME, then enter the new value and press AWAY. For reference, follow the figures next to the programming steps. SETUP MODE ✴ If the new value is accepted, a “Bing” will sound. If the new value is not accepted, a “Double Buzz” will sound.
GENERAL COMMUNICATOR OPTIONS COMMUNICATOR ENABLE ✦ The factory setting for the Console disables the communicator. If the system is going to be a non-monitored, local alarm only, leave the communicator disabled. 1 0 7 HOME STEP #107 If the system is going to be monitored by a Central Station, enable the communicator with this programming step.
CALL LIMITER ✦ The factory setting for the call limiter is OFF. This allows the communicator to report burglary alarms, once for each sensor, as many times as they are triggered. 1 0 HOME STEP #101 The Console can be programmed to only allow five burglary reports total per arming period using this step. STEP #103 The communicator can be programmed to wait 30 seconds before dialing using this step.
COMMUNICATOR REPORTING OPTIONS REPORTING FORMAT ✦ The factory setting causes the communicator to report using the 4 BY 2 FORMAT. This format allows four-digit account numbers from 0000 to 9999 and provides two-digit alarm codes. 1 0 PROGRAMMING STEP #105 5 JKL HOME STEP #105 ADEMCO CONTACT ID can be chosen as a reporting format using this step. This format allows 4-digit account numbers from 0000 to 9999 and provides verbose report descriptions with Ademco Contact ID compatible Central Stations.
ACCOUNT NUMBER ✦ The account number entered for the communicator must be 4-digits long. ✦ The factory setting for the account number is 0000. 8 TUV PROGRAMMING STEP #88 8 TUV HOME STEP #88 Enter an account number from 0000 to 9999 using this step. 4 DIGIT ACCOUNT NUMBER AWAY PRIMARY TELEPHONE NUMBER ✦ The primary Central Station telephone number can be up to 20-digits long. ✦ Digits 0-9 can be used.
REPORT CONSOLE TROUBLE ✦ The factory setting does not report Console trouble events to the Central Station. STEP #108 The communicator can be programmed to report Console trouble events using this step. These include all conditions that light the Console’s BATTERIES or TROUBLE indicator. It also includes low Console backup battery. PROGRAMMING STEP #108 PROGRAM 0 FOR NO CONSOLE TROUBLE 1 FOR CONSOLE TROUBLE STORE PROGRAM REPORT FORCE ARMING ✦ The factory setting does not send force arming reports.
COMMUNICATOR REPORTING CODES ✦ The 4 by 2 two-digit communicator reporting code for each event has a factory set value. These values may be customized to fit the specific installation and the reporting requirements of the Central Station monitoring the system. ADEMCO REPORTING CODES EVENT ✦ If Point ID reporting is enabled (the factory default setting), each sensor can report a unique alarm and trouble code. ✦ If Point ID is disabled, the “general” reporting codes for each event type will be used.
SYSTEM REPORTING CODES ✦ Refer to the System Reporting Codes table to view/edit the reporting codes for the keypad FIRE and EMERGENCY buttons and for each of the four Console conditions. The factory settings are listed, along with a blank area to write in the new installation values. 2 ABC 6 MNO PROGRAMMING STEPS #261 TO #266 PROGRAM 0 - 99 FOR CONSOLE REPORTING CODE STEPS #261-266 Any value from 0-99 can be programmed for each event using these steps (enter “0” to stop an event from reporting).
4 BY 2 FORMAT POINT ID REPORTING CODES 4 BY 2 FORMAT POINT ID ALARM REPORT CODES ✦ Refer to the 4 by 2 Format Point ID Reporting Code table to view/edit the alarm reporting codes for each of the 24 sensors. The communicator will send these codes if Point ID is enabled and any sensor triggers an alarm. The factory settings are listed, along with a blank area to write in the new installation values.
4 BY 2 FORMAT POINT ID REPORTING CODES STEP # PROGRAMMING FUNCTION POSSIBLE 4 BY 2 VALUES FACTORY 4 BY 2 VALUE 210 SENSOR 1 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 11 211 SENSOR 2 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 12 212 SENSOR 3 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 13 213 SENSOR 4 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 14 214 SENSOR 5 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 15 215 SENSOR 6 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 16 216 SENSOR 7 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 17 217 SENSOR 8 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 - 99 18 218 SENSOR 9 ALARM REPORT CODE 0 -
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