INST
ALLA
TION
GENERAL
Before attempting to install any wiring or system
components, it is recommended that a plan of the
proposed installation is prepared. This should help the
installation to be completed using the most unobtrusive
and effective methods. The following guidelines should
be followed and used in conjunction with the example
provided when preparing your own system plan.
LOCATING THE CONTROL PANEL
The Control Panel should be located out of obvious
sight of potential intruders and in a safe location, but
easily accessible for system operation.
Typically, the Control Panel may be located close to the
main entry door or in a small cupboard under the stairs
(or similar) close to a mains socket. An ideal mounting
height would be the same as a household light switch
or similar. If small children are in the household, a
further consideration should be given to keeping the
Panel out of reach.
Also consider the user’s ability to hear the Entry/Exit
Tone emitted by the Control Panel effectively when
setting the system. It is preferable that the Exit Tone
can be heard from outside the property when arming
the system.
The final position of the Control Panel will depend on
the individual user requirements.
Note: If using the Home Arm feature the Control Panel
must not be located within an area protected by a PIR
Movement detector unless this detector is not
activated during Home Arm.
DETECTOR WIRING
Where only one detector per Zone is to be connected,
the cable should be run directly to the detector.
However, if more than one detector is to be connected
to a Zone, either (a) run all cables back to the Control
Panel or (b) run one cable to the Control Panel and link
the detector contacts in ‘SERIES’ and power supplies
in ‘PARALLEL’, (refer to example installation wiring
diagrams on pages 15-16).
MAGNETIC CONTACT DETECTORS
The Magnetic Contact Detectors are suitable for
mounting in dry interior locations only.
Decide which doors and windows are to be protected by
fitting the Magnetic Contact Detectors. Normally the
front and back doors will have Magnetic Contact
Detectors fitted. Additional detectors may be fitted
where required to other more vulnerable doors or
windows, e.g. garage, patio and conservatory doors etc.
Note: It is not recommended to connect more than
four Magnetic Contacts to one Zone, as this may
cause difficulty in wiring and hinder any attempt to
remedy wiring faults efficiently.
PIR MOVEMENT DETECTORS
The PIR Detectors are suitable for mounting in dry
interior locations only.
When considering and deciding upon the mounting
position for the detector the following points should be
considered to ensure trouble free operation:
1. Ideally the detector should be positioned in a corner
of the room to be protected where the logical path
of an intruder would cut across the fan detection
pattern of the device. PIR detectors respond more
effectively to movement across the device than to
movement directly towards it.
2. Do not position the detector facing a window or
where it is exposed to direct sunlight. PIR detectors
are not suitable for use in conservatories.
3. Do not position the detector where it is exposed to
draughts.
4. Do not position the detector directly above a heat
source, (e.g. fire, radiator, boiler, etc).
5. Do not position the detector in a position where it is
subject to excessive vibration.
Note: When the system is armed, household pets
should not be allowed into an area protected by a PIR
as their movement would trigger the PIR and activate
the alarm. Alternatively a PIR protected Zone may be
'Omitted' to allow for pet movement.
EXTERNAL SIREN
The external housing should be located as high as
possible in a prominent position so that it can be
easily seen and heard. When running the cable to the
siren, the cable should pass through a hole in the
external wall and enter through the rear of the casing.
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
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