1. About the Alarm System

• • Keypad Types
  • Keypad Layouts
  • Function Keys
  • Emergency Keys

Zones and Partitions

Your installer has divided the protected premises into zones and partitions. A zone is an area of protection with one or more detection sensors (motion detectors, glass-break detectors, door contacts or shock sensors). A single zone might be a room, hallway, door, or window. The control panel will link two or more zones to form a partition.

A partition is an area of the protected premises. It can be armed and disarmed independently from other partitions. Together, the partitions form the entire alarm system. If your alarm system is not divided into partitions, then all devices will be assigned to Partition 1.

Some zones, such as points of entry/exit and hallways, may belong to more than one partition. We call these Global Zones because they are not assigned to a single partition.

The following table shows the number of zones and partitions for the Premier 412, 816 & 832 control panels:

Access Codes

As an alarm system user, you will be assigned a 4-, 5-, or 6-digit Access code. The Access codes arm and disarm the partition(s) to which they are assigned. Some Access codes can perform additional system functions, such as programming system options, bypassing zones, and performing system tests.

Your Access code may not allow you to access specific system functions. For instance, if your code can only arm and disarm Partition 1, you cannot arm or disarm other partitions or the entire system.

Your Access code may also be programmed for Global Access. A Global Access code can be used at any keypad, allowing you to arm and disarm any partitions assigned to your code. Alternatively, your code may be programmed for Partition Access. A Partition Access code will only allow you to arm and disarm the partitions that are assigned to both the keypad and your code.

The following table shows the number of users for the Premier 412, 816 and 832 control panels:

Function Keys

The remote keypad function keys are described as follows:

Emergency Keys

In case of emergency, the alarm system can provide three immediate emergency alarms by pressing and holding two specific keys for three seconds.

2. Operating the Alarm System

• Arming and Disarming Partitions
  • Away Arming Partitions
  • Stay Arming Partitions
  • Disarming Partitions
  • Changing to another Partition
• Bypassing Zones
  • Manually Bypassing Zones
  • Unbypassing Zones
  • Group Bypass
  • Quick Bypass and Arm

Away Arming

The Away arming mode is normally used when leaving the premises. When the system is armed in this mode all detection zones assigned to your partition(s) will be armed.

The Ready light must be on steady before the alarm system can be Away armed.

Stay Arming

The Stay arming mode is normally used when the premises will be occupied. When the system is armed in this mode all Interior detection zones assigned to your partition(s) will be bypassed. Before Stay arming check the following:

• Secure or bypass any perimeter zones that are violated.
• Ensure no perimeter zones are bypassed unintentionally.
• Ensure no perimeter Force Armable zones are violated unintentionally

Auto Stay Arming

Changing between Delayed and Instant Stay

Stay Arming Partitions

Disarming Partitions

Bypassing Zones

Manually Bypassing Zones

Bypassing a zone prevents it from causing an alarm.

Unbypassing Zones

To manually unbypass zones, perform the manual Bypass procedure on a zone that is already bypassed.

• 24 hour zones cannot be unbypassed if they are still violated.
• If your installer has enabled the “Reinstate Bypassed Zones on Disarm” option, all zones will automatically be
  unbypassed each time the system is disarmed

Quick Bypass And Arm

The Quick Bypass and Arm feature allows you to bypass a predefined group of zones and Away or Stay arm the system. The alarm system has up to four groups.

3. User Functions Menu

This section covers the more advanced functions that selected users can perform with the alarm system. The following functions are available:

• Anti-code Reset
• Toggle Chime On and Off
• Change User Code
• View Log (LCD Only)
• Abort Communications

Service Faults

The response to a Service Fault condition is programmed by the installer but is normally limited to the keypad buzzer. To silence the Service Fault alarm, enter your Access code.

A flashing Service light indicates a new fault condition. The alarm system cannot be armed whilst a new fault exists. The Service light will remain flashing until the new fault is acknowledged, after which it will revert to a steady yellow and the alarm system can be armed. The Service light will remain steady until all faults have been cleared.

AC Fail and Telephone Line Fault can each have a delay programmed. The Service light will turn steady yellow immediately on either of these faults but no Service Fault Alarm (transmission or audible alarm) will occur unless the delay expires.

Acknowledging a New Service Fault

View Service Faults

1. Press the key followed by the  key.
2. The keypad will display any Service Faults.
3. 3. On completion, press the key.

Anti-code Reset

This feature is normally used in the UK where users are not permitted to reset the panel following a communicated alarm. However, the user can reset the panel after entering a unique remote reset number, which is supplied by their installer or ARC.

View Log (LCD Only)

The control panel has an Event Log, which stores all system activity, i.e., users entering their codes to arm and disarm the system, alarm events, faults, etc. Each event is time and date-stamped. The number of events stored in the control panel
is as follows:

• Premier 412 – 750 events
• Premier 816 – 750 events
• Premier 832 – 1000 events

Abort communications

4. System Program Menus

• System Tests & Utilities
  • Walk Test
  • Test Speakers & Output
  • Send Test Call
  • Enable Remote/Engineer Access
  • Start Call Back
  • Program Time
  • Program Date
  • Program Banner Text (LCD only)
  • Print 100 Events
  • Exit Program Mode

The programming menus

To access the programming menu, enter your Access code and press followed by :

A programming menu is selected by entering a two-digit menu code. On completion of each menu option, the system reverts to the main programming menu, allowing other programming menu options to be accessed.

To exit the programming menu, enter or press the key, the system will revert to normal operation:

Programming Text (LCD Only)

Text is programmed in a similar way to mobile phones. Characters are selected by pressing the corresponding key the appropriate number of times (to select a character on the same key, press to move the cursor along). The table below shows the keys to use and the characters that are assigned to them:

Programming Users

Each user is assigned the following attributes:

• Access Code
  This is a unique 4, 5 or 6 digit code that is assigned to the user. The system will allow a mixture of different length Access codes. The Access code must be entered at a keypad before the user can operate the alarm system.

• User Options 1
  See User Options 1 for details.
• User Options 2
  See User Options 2 for details.
• User Options 3
  See User Options 3 for details.
• User Text (LCD Only)
  See User Text for details.

User Options 2 

User Options 2 can be enabled or disabled for a selected user so that the level of access to the system may be altered. The following options are available:

  Enable One Time Use Access Code
On:   The Access code can only be used once to arm and disarm the system. After the Access code has been used to disarm the system it is automatically deleted.
Off:   The Access code behaves normally.

Time Lock Code with Control Timer 1
On:  When Control Timer 1 is on, the Access code will not be accepted by the system. When Control Timer 1 is off, the Access code will be accepted by the system.
Off:  The Access code will be accepted at all times.

Enable Open Reporting
On:  The system will report an ‘Open’ condition to the alarm receiving centre when the Access code is used to disarm one or more partitions
Off:  The system will not report an ‘Open’ status.

Enable Close Reporting
On:   The system will report a ‘Close’ condition to the monitoring station when the Access code is used to arm one or more partitions.
Off:   The system will not report a ‘Close’ condition.

Enable User as Duress Code
On: The Access code will report a ‘Duress’ condition to the monitoring station when the Access code is used.
Off: The Access code behaves normally.

Activate Door Strike Output
On: When a user Access code is entered, the output type “Door Strike” is activated for 2 seconds.
Off: The user Access code will not activate the “Door Strike” output.

Allow Global Bell/Sounder Silence
On: This option allows users to silence the bell and internal sounder for any partition, even if the user is not assigned to the partition that is in alarm. The user cannot disarm or reset the partition if they are not assigned to it.
Off: The user can only silence alarms for partitions that are assigned to their code.

Disable Remote Access
On: The remote access feature is disabled for the selected user.
Off: The remote access feature is enabled for the selected user.

User Text (LCD)

If the system is fitted with a LCD remote keypad you can assign up to 8 characters of text to each user. This text is used when viewing the system Event Log. User text is programmed in a similar way to mobile phones.

Characters are selected by pressing the corresponding key the appropriate number of times (to select a character on the same key, press to move the cursor along). See details on entering text.

Program Standard Users

This menu option allows you to add “Standard” users to the system. The user will automatically be assigned the following options:

User Options 1:

• Partition 1 Access
• Allow Arming
• Allow Bypassing
• Allow Disarming
• Allow User Functions

User Options 2:

• Enable Open Reporting
• Enable Close Reporting
• Allow Global Bell/Sounder Silence

User Options 3:

• Allow Alarm/Fault Acknowledgement

System Tests & Utilities

Start Call Back

This option will cause the control panel to initiate a call back sequence. This will allow the remote downloading computer to remotely access the control panel.

Program Time

Program Date

Program Banner Text (LCD only)

If the system is fitted with a LCD remote keypad you can assign up to 16 characters of text to the Banner Message. The Banner Message is displayed on the top line of the LCD display during the normal disarmed state. Text is programmed in a similar way to mobile phones. Characters are selected by pressing the corresponding key the appropriate number of times (to select a character on the same key, press to move the cursor along). For details on entering text, see System Program Menus.

Print 100 Events

If your system has a printer connected, this menu option allows the last 100 events in the system Event Log to be sent to the printer.

Exit Program Mode

Selecting this menu option will log you out of programming mode and return the system to its normal state

5. Fire Safety & Maintenance

• Inhibit Functions
• Minimum Logical Keys
• European Standards
• Glossary

Fire Safety

Fire Escape Planning

There is often very little time between the detection of a fire and the time it becomes deadly. It is therefore very important that a family escape plan be developed and rehearsed.

1. Every family member should participate in developing the escape plan.
2. Study the possible escape routes from each location within the house. Since many fires occur at night, special attention should be given to the escape routes from sleeping quarters.
3. Escape from a bedroom must be possible without opening the interior door. Consider the following when making your escape plans:
   • • Make sure that all perimeter doors and windows are easily opened. Ensure that they are not painted shut and that their locking mechanisms operate smoothly.
     • If opening or using the exit is too difficult for children, the elderly or handicapped, plans for rescue should be developed. This includes making sure that those who are to perform the rescue can promptly hear the fire warning signal.
     • If the exit is above the ground level, an approved fire ladder or rope should be provided as well as training in its use.
     • Exits on the ground level should be kept clear. Be sure to remove snow from exterior patio doors in winter; outdoor furniture or equipment should not block exits.
     • Each person should know of a predetermined assembly point where everyone can be accounted for i.e. across the street or at a neighbour’s house. Once everyone is out of the building, call the Fire Services.
     • A good plan emphasises quick escape. Do not investigate or attempt to fight the fire, and do not gather belongings or pets as this wastes valuable time. Once outside, do not re-enter the house. Wait for the Fire Services.
     • Write the fire escape plan down and rehearse it frequently so that should an emergency arise, everyone will know what to do. Revise the plan as conditions change, such as the number of people in the home, or if there are changes to the building’s construction.
     • Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly tests (see “Fire Alarm Operation”). If you are unsure about system operation, contact your installing dealer.
     • We recommend that you contact your local fire department and request further information on fire safety and escape planning. If available, have your local fire prevention officer conduct an in-house fire safety inspection.

Glossary

Glossary of terms used in this guide:

Access Code: A four, five or six digit code that is used to operate the alarm system.

Alarm Receiving Centre: A remote location where alarm status data is received via the telephone line from the control panel.

Bypass: A feature that allows the user to exclude selected zones from being monitored by the alarm system.

Chime: A feature that allows the keypads and internal sounder to generate a ding-dong sound whenever the selected zones are violated.

Duress Code: A special type of Access code that reports a signal to the alarm receiving centre that indicates the system is being operated under duress.

Forced Armable: An option that can be selected on a zone by zone basis, that will allow the system to be armed, even if the selected zone is violated.

Group Bypass: A feature that allows the user to bypass a group of zones in one go.

Partition: One or more zones that make up an individual area. This area can independently be armed and disarmed from other partitions.

Service: A condition that will indicate that a problem has occurred with the alarm system or with one of its detection devices.

Zone: A zone is an area of protection that has one or more detection sensors connected to it (motion detectors, glassbreak detectors, door contacts or shock sensors).

6. Installation Records

Introduction

Conforms to European Union (EU) Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC and Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EC. The CE mark indicated that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environmental and customer protection. This equipment is designed to enable an intruder alarm system in which it is installed to comply with the requirements of security grade 2 & 3 and Environmental Class II of EN50131- 1, EN50131-3 and EN50131-6 and is suitable for installation in any indoor environment. Environmental Class II.

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