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Using the Informer-IP
Setup, Program, and User Manual
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Using the Informer-IP
When the Informer-IP receives an alert message or an alert tone, the red Alert LED begins
to flash, and audio is heard over the speaker. The audio sends out the optional 600 ohms
audio output, and the output relays close as programmed.
The alert messages and WAV files are recorded and stored in memory until the alert
is reset. Alert Tones are not recorded. You can play back the message by pressing the
REPLAY button anytime the red LED is blinking.
The Informer-IP automatically resets and returns to standby mode when the local RESET
button is pressed, or the Control Point sends a reset command. The red Alert and yellow
Test LED is also reset.
If the Control Point cancels the alert or the alert message is complete, the alert stops,
but the Alert LED continues to flash, indicating that an alert was issued. Avoid using the
RESET button until the emergency has ended. During an emergency, pressing the RESET
button while the alert is sounding stops the alert.
The user may acknowledge receipt of an alert if one of the remote alert inputs is
configured as an acknowledgment. New activation commands override all previous
functions in progress.
The yellow Test LED lights steady when a Quiet Test message has been received. This
light remains on until you press the RESET button. The Alert LED does not light for the
Quiet Test function that is programmed to light the Test LED.
Front Panel Display
The Informer-IP includes a five-button membrane keypad with a tactile feel and four
diagnostic LEDs.
Adjusting the Volume
The Informer-IP provides the ability to control the sound volume of tone and voice
messages heard over the speaker.
To adjust the volume, press the VOLUME ↑ (up arrow) button to increase the sound
volume. Press the VOLUME ↓ (down arrow) button to decrease the volume.
A beep is heard indicating the current volume level each time the volume buttons are
pressed. Holding down either arrow allows you to “scroll” to the highest or lowest volume
levels.
