D621 Series
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User's Guide | Security System Basics
Bosch Security Systems | 8/04 |
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Security System Basics
What Is A Point?
A Point is a detection device or group of devices connected to
your security system. Points are identified by the area they
monitor, such as a front door, bedroom window, or hallway.
What Is A Faulted Point?
When a point (such as a door or window) is closed, it is
normal. When the door or window is open, the point is
faulted or not normal. When you turn your system on, you
will usually want all of the points in your system to be normal.
However, you can turn your system on with faulted points by
using the Bypass Points command.
If a point indicator on the Keypad is on, the point is faulted.
When the faulted point has returned to normal, the point
indicator on the Keypad turns off.
Are All Points The Same?
Not all points are the same. In fact, there are two basic types
of points: Controlled and 24-Hour.
Controlled Points
Controlled Points respond to alarm conditions depending
upon whether the system is turned on or off. They are
programmed to either respond instantly to alarm conditions or
to provide a delay for you to reach the keypad and turn the
system off. Various controlled points may be located
throughout your house and/or office.
When you turn your system on, you have the option of
turning on all controlled points (All On), or just some of the
controlled points (Part On). Refer to All On and Part On on
page 9 for more information.
24-Hour Points
24-Hour Points are always on, even when the system is turned
off. There are two types of 24-Hour Points: Fire and Non-Fire.
Refer to Reset the system for more information.