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coding the receiver:

1. Open the receiver case by inserting a small screw driver into one of the pry notches on the side 

of the case. 

2. Gently lift off the front cover. 

3. Locate the 8 dip switches on the receiver (Figure 1-3) and make sure they are set identical to 

the first 8 dip switches on the transmitter. Note: If more than one transmitter is used with the re-

ceiver, the first 8 dip switches of all transmitters must match the 8 dip switches of the receiver.  

NOTE: Whenever a change is made to the jumpers or the dip switches, the receiver must be 

turned “OFF” and then back “ON” to operate properly.

coding the transmitter:

1. Locate the dip switches in the 2500 series transmitter. (refer to transmitter manual)

2. The first 8 dip switches are for the frequency setting (256 combinations). Set the first 8 switches 

to match the 8 switches in the receiver.

3. Switches 9 & 10 are for the zone/channel setting on 

the transmitter. The four zones are as follows:

Switch 

9

Switch 

10

Channel

Tune

On

On

1

Classical

Off

On

2

Westminster

On

Off

3

Ding Dong

Off

Off

4

Whistle

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Summary of Contents for DCR-2500

Page 1: ...DCR 2500 Wireless Receiver User Guide www dakotaalert com DCR2500 Manual indd 1 4 6 2010 8 23 34 AM ...

Page 2: ...itter one of 4 different tones Classical Westmin ster Chime Ding Dong Whistle will sound for a few seconds There is also a volume control so you can set the sound to the desired level The receiver is also equipped with 4 form C relays one for each zone and one 12 VDC output terminal that can activate when a signal is received The receiver can be user programmed so the 12VDC terminal and relays wil...

Page 3: ...r should be mounted hori zontally on a wall and as high off the floor as possible Although the maximum range is about mile things such as hills trees metal siding and stucco can all reduce the range Figure 1 3 1 2 10 9 8 4 5 6 7 DCR2500 Manual indd 3 4 6 2010 8 23 35 AM ...

Page 4: ...f the receiver NOTE Whenever a change is made to the jumpers or the dip switches the receiver must be turned OFF and then back ON to operate properly Coding the transmitter 1 Locate the dip switches in the 2500 series transmitter refer to transmitter manual 2 The first 8 dip switches are for the frequency setting 256 combinations Set the first 8 switches to match the 8 switches in the receiver 3 S...

Page 5: ...e the jumper J1 Figure 1 4 and set the jumper to cover both pins on the selected zones If the pins are not connected by the jumper that zone will not activate the 12VDC output 4 The relays and voltage can be set to activate for 1 second 10 seconds 60 seconds or 10 minutes To change the output duration locate the jumper J4 Figure 1 7 and move it to the desired time Note This jumper only changes the...

Page 6: ... time and the four leds will flash twice 3 To reset the flashing leds press and hold the C button for 2 seconds The four leds will light for three seconds and the flashing will stop until the next signal is received Reminder Beep The receiver has a reminder beep that can be set to beep every 15 minutes after a signal is re ceived The reminder can be set with the A button Figure 1 10 1 The reminder...

Page 7: ... jumper J3 Figure 1 6 can be used to determine which zone s you would like to use with the exit delay To use the exit delay set the jumper to cover both pins for the desired zone s 2 To start the exit delay press the B button Figure 1 9 for 0 5 seconds and release The green led will flash for 5 minutes and during this time no signals will be received from the selected zones NOTE Whenever a change ...

Page 8: ...of purchase This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident abuse act of God or improper operation If this product does become defective simply return it to Dakota Alert Please include a note describing the troubles along with your name and return address as well as the original sales receipt If the product is covered under warranty it will be repaired or replaced at no charge If it is...

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