Telguard TG-7FP Installation & Operating Guide
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Measure Received Signal Strength (RSSI)
Measure the received signal strength by pressing and releasing either of the RSSI buttons (use the
provided tool or an unbent paper clip if using side button). This switches the LEDs to signal strength
mode. If you do not obtain the recommended minimum signal strength with the antenna mounted
directly to the communicator (see
), you will need to use an
extension cable (not included) to locate the antenna in an area with better reception. Generally, the
higher the antenna the better.
If necessary, attach the extension cable to the communicator on one end and the antenna on the
other, then slowly move the antenna to achieve maximum signal strength by pausing at each
location for 6 seconds to allow enough time for the communicator to present an updated signal
strength. Pick a spot where the most LEDs (up to four) are illuminated.
Consider Other Antenna Options
Antenna issues are unlikely unless the premises are located in a fringe network coverage area, in a
building below ground level, or in a metal structure. Telguard offers a variety of high quality low-loss
antenna cables as well as high gain antennas. These accessories are listed in Appendix 7.
Step 4: Connect to Panel DACT and Activate
Connect alarm panel to the communicator. Plug the cable from the modular jack of the alarm panel
(DACT) into the RJ-45 jack of the communicator.
UL Compliance Note:
For Commercial Fire installations, all connections from the alarm panel and
the Telguard communicator must be mechanically protected and no greater than 20 feet in
distance.
ULC Compliance Note:
For Commercial Fire installations, all connections between the alarm
panel and the Telguard communicator must be in metal conduit and no greater than 18 meters in
distance. The FACP and the Telguard communicator must both be located in the same room.
Trip a zone on the alarm panel and confirm that the TG-7FP enables the alarm panel to transmit
alarm events over the cellular radio network. The Telguard will confirm activation with the TCC if
the registration form was completed prior to installation.
During processing of the first alarm signal over the cellular network, the communicator will transmit
to the TCC all programming parameters along with the information (Central Station number and
account code) from the alarm panel. Once this information is received, the TCC transmits a message
back indicating that the communicator is activated. When this message is received the LEDs on the
communicator will begin operating in normal mode and Activation LED 1 will remain on.
NOTE: The initial alarm is to confirm registration and activate the communicator. This alarm will
NOT be transmitted to the central station.
