Zone Low Batteries (Z01 Low Battery, Z02 Low Battery, etc.)
Like the tamper alarms, the Abbra detects if a sensor has a low battery. The batteries in the
sensors do not recharge themselves, and should be replaced every so often. Use only the
battery described in the sensor's instructions.
Line Failure
This means that there is no phone line connected to the Abbra control panel. To fix this
problem, simply ensure that a phone cord is securely plugged into the SET phone jack on the
back of the control panel.
Communication Failure
This means that the Abbra attempted to send a signal to the monitoring center or call a
private phone number programmed into it, but could not get through. There are several
reasons this might occur.
If you have programmed private phone numbers into the system, such as your cell
phone number, double-check all the numbers to ensure they are correct.
If the Abbra also says Line Failure, ensure that the phone cord is securely plugged
into the SET phone jack on the back of the panel.
If you have recently picked up the phone and heard the Abbra trying to dial or
communicate, then most likely that signal was disrupted. When the Abbra is
communicating, it will sound like a fast series of tones, like someone is pressing
buttons on a touchtone phone very quickly. Simply hang up the phone and wait a
few minutes, and the Abbra will try again. If this occurs often, we recommend
wiring the Abbra to an RJ31X connection, which will allow the Abbra to disconnect
your phones while it is communicating.
If the Abbra is monitored over a standard phone line, make sure your phone line is
operational. If your phones are out, then the system cannot communicate.
If the Abbra is monitored over the Internet, and your Internet connection is working,
see the ABN Connection Tips page for more help.
Once you have fixed the problem, you will need to force the Abbra to attempt another
communication. The quickest way to do this is to place the system in its test mode, by
pressing #, then typing in the installer code or the first user code. The siren will sound for
about one second. After it stops, press AWAY then VIEW/SELECT to exit test mode. The
system will communicate these events to the monitoring station, and if it is successful, the
communication failure will be resolved.
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