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S E C T I O N 1
Introduction
The Communiqué Security Interface Card (VPM5580TC) provides easy to understand
audible information about the status of your security system, and makes operation simple
by prompting you through each operation. In addition, you can use the VPM5580TC to
control various Home Automation items. This new version of the VPM5580TC, designated
‘TC’ for Thermostat Control, now also allows you to monitor and control the temperature of
your premises with the help of an EMS thermostat.
The VPM5580TC allows any touch-tone telephone to act as a keypad for your security
system. The telephone could be any telephone that is on the Communiqué system, or an
outside telephone which may be used to call the security system.
Some optional features described in this manual may not be available on your security system.
You will not hear the voice prompts for any option that is not activated on your system.
In this manual, the voice messages are printed in bold and are enclosed in quotes, as
shown here:
“Enter your access code”
“Enter your access code”
“Enter your access code”
“Enter your access code”
“Enter your access code”
Your installer may have programmed labels for the VPM5580TC to announce when it refers
to things such as zones and partitions (e.g. you may hear "East wing" instead of "Partition 2").
Prompts that your installer may have changed are written in brace brackets, as shown here:
“To Select {Partition 2}, press [2].”
“To Select {Partition 2}, press [2].”
“To Select {Partition 2}, press [2].”
“To Select {Partition 2}, press [2].”
“To Select {Partition 2}, press [2].”
When instructed to press a key or keys to perform an operation, symbols for the keys will
be enclosed in square brackets, as shown here:
Enter [
✱
]
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About Your Security System
Your DSC security equipment has been designed to give you the greatest possible
flexibility and convenience. To fully benefit from the features of your security system, you
should read this manual and the Instruction Manual provided with your system very
carefully. Have your installer instruct you on system operation and on which features have
been activated on your system. All users of the system should be instructed on its use. Fill
out the System Information page in your Security System Instruction Manual and store it
with the manual in a safe place for future reference.
IMPORTANT NOTE
: A security system cannot prevent emergencies. It is only
intended to alert you and, if included, a 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 operation.
