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The GEM-RP8LCD is a “ smart ” user-
friendly, menu-driven keypad designed for your
Napco control panel. The keypad is interactive--
its alphanumeric screen will not only display the
status of your system, but will also guide you
through all operations.
This booklet contains important information
about the operation of your system with this
GEM-RP8LCD Keypad. Read it carefully and
keep it handy for future reference. Check the
Glossary for an explanation of terms that may be
unfamiliar to you.
You'll probably find subjects mentioned in
this booklet that do not apply to your system.
Napco control panels have such a wide variety of
features that few security systems, if any, will
ever need them all. Your alarm professional has
chosen appropriate features for your particular
needs.
Regardless of how your system has been
configured, rest assured that it has been
carefully designed and engineered to the
highest industry standards. To assure optimum
safety and security, familiarize yourself with this
equipment. Periodically check its condition and
state of readiness by testing it at least once a
week in both the ac/battery and battery-only
modes (ac disconnected). Ask your alarm
professional how to make these tests.
I N T R O D U C T I O N
IMPORTANT - TEST YOUR SYSTEM WEEKLY
Test your sounding device and backup battery
(Perform these tests only at a time designated by your alarm company).
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While disarmed, press R 1 .
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The alarm will sound for about two seconds.
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If the alarm does not sound, call for service.
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If the battery is low, “LOW BATTERY” will appear in the display
indicating a low battery condition. Allow 24 hours for the battery to
recharge. If the trouble continues, call for service.
Test your central station communicator
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For the P800 Panel system ONLY, use the following procedure:
1. Notify Central Station of the impending test.
2. Secure all zones to light the Status Light on your keypad.
3. Enter your User Code followed by
U
to Arm the system.
4. Violate your alarm by opening a window / door etc.
5. The siren or bell should sound and the system will send the alarm
signals to the Central Station.
6. Enter your User Code followed by
U
to silence the alarm.
7. Call Central Station to insure that the alarm signals were received
properly.
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For All Other Systems (such as the P801 Panel)
1. Notify your Central Station of the impending test.
2. While disarmed, enter your User Code and press
R
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3. Press R until “ACTIVATE DIALER TEST” appears in the window.
4. Press
U
to send a test code to the central station.
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If the test is not successful, “FAIL TO COMM” will display,
indicating a communication failure. Call for service.
Note: Any subsequent successful transmission will clear a “ Failure
to Communicate ” system trouble.