Consumer Information FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If interference generated by this unit is suspected, call Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Re-orient the radio/television antenna; Move the television or receiver away from the unit. Plug the unit and the TV/radio receiver into different outlets, i.e. not on the same circuit breaker. Contact Brinks Home Security or an experienced TV/Radio technician for additional suggestions. Review additional instructions on www.mybrinks.com. This equipment complies with FCC Rules, Part 68. On the outside of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, provide this information to your telephone company. This equipment is equipped with a USOC RJ31X connector. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack (RJ31X) which is part 68 compliant. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN's of all devices should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line, as determined by the REN, you should call your local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area. Should you experience trouble with the telephone lines, disconnect the equipment from the line to determine the source of the trouble. If it is determined that the equipment is malfunctioning, discontinue its use until the malfunction has been corrected. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telephone company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. If you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact Brink's Home Security Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872 for information on obtaining service or repairs, or visit www.mybrinks.com and select the Frequently Asked Questions link. Should this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your service. If possible, they will provide you with advance notice. Otherwise they will notify you as soon as possible. The telephone company will also advise you of changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures which could affect the operation of your equipment, allowing you the opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service. You will also be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. ii This equipment must not be used on party lines or coin-operated phone lines. Industry Canada NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements documents. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent the degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. This Class B digital apparatus Complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Visit www.mybrinks.com or contact Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872 for information on obtaining service or repairs. Certification Number: 1140 10954A. iii Table of Contents Consumer Information......................................................................................................ii FCC Notice .....................................................................................................................ii Industry Canada .............................................................................................................iii Welcome .............................................................................................................................2 How to Avoid False Alarms .............................................................................................3 The Brink's Home Security System................................................................................4 Standard Equipment.......................................................................................................4 Optional Equipment ........................................................................................................6 Optional Features ...........................................................................................................7 The Parts of the Keypad ...................................................................................................2 Status Display (Standard Keypad).................................................................................4 Message Window (Premium Keypad) ...........................................................................4 Emergency Keys.............................................................................................................5 Using The Keypad ..........................................................................................................6 User Codes.........................................................................................................................7 Entering and Exiting .........................................................................................................7 Designated Doors ...........................................................................................................7 Entry Delay .....................................................................................................................7 Exit Delay ........................................................................................................................7 Turning the System On ....................................................................................................8 The Four On Modes .......................................................................................................8 Turning the System On in Normal Mode .......................................................................9 Turning the System On with Motions Turned Off Mode................................................9 Turning the System On with Motions Turned Off / Instant Mode..................................10 Turning the System On in Instant Mode ........................................................................10 Turning the System On When It Is Not Ready ..............................................................11 Turning the System Off ....................................................................................................13 Turning the System Off When No Alarms Are In Progress...........................................13 Turning the System Off and Canceling an Alarm..........................................................13 Turning the System Off Without Canceling an Alarm....................................................14 What to Do in an Actual Emergency..............................................................................14 Turning the System Off After an Alarm in Your Absence..............................................15 System Options .................................................................................................................16 How to Bypass a Zone ...................................................................................................16 How to Turn the Door Chime On or Off .........................................................................17 How to View Alarm Memory...........................................................................................17 How to Add an Auxiliary Code .......................................................................................19 How to Delete an Auxiliary Code ...................................................................................21 System Testing ..................................................................................................................22 Siren and Transmission Test .........................................................................................22 Testing All Burglary Sensors..........................................................................................23 Testing the Smoke Detector...........................................................................................24 Testing the Doors and Windows Only ...........................................................................24 Testing With Not Ready Zones ......................................................................................26 Trouble Messages.............................................................................................................27 Standard Keypad ............................................................................................................27 Premium Keypad ............................................................................................................27 No AC Power Indication .................................................................................................28 Low Battery Indication ....................................................................................................29 Communication Problem Indication ...............................................................................30 Line Cut Indication (Optional Feature)...........................................................................31 Upload/Download Failure...............................................................................................31 Zone Trouble Indication..................................................................................................32 Component Failure .........................................................................................................32 Call Brink's Indication .....................................................................................................32 Siren Failure Indication...................................................................................................32 Keypad Not Working (Speaker Clicks) ..........................................................................32 If You Trigger an Alarm while Cleaning the Detector ....................................................33 Service the Detector Every Two Years..........................................................................33 Setting the Clock ...............................................................................................................34 Emergency Evacuation Plans..........................................................................................34 Questions and Answers...................................................................................................36 General Use of the System ............................................................................................36 Codes and Code Words .................................................................................................37 Alarms and Emergencies ...............................................................................................38 Emergency Contacts ......................................................................................................38 Financial Questions ........................................................................................................39 Repairs and Upgrades....................................................................................................41 Additional Questions?.....................................................................................................41 Warranty Information........................................................................................................41 Important Notices..............................................................................................................42 Welcome Thank you for choosing Brink's Home Security®. We appreciate your business. To get the most from the easy-to-use Brink's Home Security System, please take the time to read this manual. It describes the components of the system, and tells you how to use the keypad. It also tells you what to do in the event of an alarm. Also, be sure to read your Customer Emergency Information Schedule so that you will have a clear understanding of Brink's procedures if you should have an alarm. If you have any questions about the security system, visit www.mybrinks.com or call Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872. Customer Care is ready to help you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 2 How to Avoid False Alarms Numerous false alarms can affect the quality of your monitoring service. They can also result in fines from your local municipality. To avoid false alarms, follow these simple tips: 1. Be sure that everyone in your house knows how to use the alarm system. Everyone should know a user code and the code word. You can use the interactive keypad at www.mybrinks.com to practice turning the system on and off without causing an alarm. 2. If you cause an alarm accidentally, cancel it by entering your user code and pressing the CANCEL key. (See page 13.) 3. Test the system every week, following the instructions beginning on page 22. If you discover any problems, promptly notify Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872. 4. If there was an alarm on the system, and you do not know why it happened, contact Brink's Customer Care immediately. You may also review the system's alarm history at www.mybrinks.com. 5. If you are going to do any kind of work at your home that will create a large amount of dust, (such as fumigation), completely cover the system's motion detectors and smoke/heat detectors. Be sure to remove the covers when you are finished. 6. If you know that the motion detector is causing false alarms, you can still turn the system on, while the motion detector is turned off. See the instructions on page 9 (Turning the System On with Motions Turned Off Mode). Promptly notify Brink's Customer Care to correct the problem. 7. If you get an indoor pet after the system is installed, contact Brink's Customer Care. The system's motion detector may need to be adjusted so that your pet does not cause a false alarm. 8. Motion detectors can detect the movement of balloons, plants, curtains, and other common household objects. Be sure that air currents cannot move these items into the area covered by the motion detector. 9. Notify Brink's before you sell or rent out your home, so that we can teach the new residents how to use the system. Visit our website 3 at www.mybrinks.com to get more information about our Customer Move Program. 10. Take care when cooking or lighting a fire in the fireplace. Excessive smoke from these activities can cause false alarms. The Brink's Home Security System Standard Equipment The master control panel is housed in a metal box. It is mounted in an out-of-the-way location, such as a closet. The master control panel processes the information sent to it by the system's sensors and keypad. It also contains a battery that allows the system to operate during a power failure. When an alarm occurs, the master control panel sends a message over the telephone line to the Brink's Monitoring Center. Do not open the master control panel unless a Brink's representative instructs you to do so. Master Control Panel The keypad is mounted on the wall, near an entry/exit door. You can use it to turn the system on and off, and to change other system options. Keypads come in Premium and Standard styles (see pages 2 and 3.) Keypad (Premium Style Shown) You can also use the keypad's emergency panic buttons to signal a fire, medical, or police emergency. (See page 5 for more information or review the Keypad Functions information at www.mybrinks.com.) Door/ Window Sensors One sensor is placed in or on the frame and body of each door or window that is protected. If the door or window is opened while the system is on, an alarm sounds. An alarm signal is sent to the Brink's Monitoring Center. 4 Standard Equipment This sensor is mounted on the wall, inside your home. The sensor can detect when someone is moving within its field of view. If the system is on at the time a person is detected, the system sends an alarm signal to the Brink's Monitoring Center. The siren is a small plastic box, mounted inside your home. When an alarm occurs, the siren sounds a warning, designed to frighten off intruders. The siren may also sound when you use some of the system's special features. Motion Detector Siren The power transformer is plugged into an outlet near the master control panel. It provides electrical power to the system. If you should notice that the transformer is Power Transformer unplugged, plug it back in immediately. This device connects the security system to the telephone line in your home. It is located near or inside the master control panel. This makes it possible for the system to send alarm signals over the telephone lines to the Brink's Monitoring Center. Telephone Jack Do not remove the dialer cable from the jack unless a Brink's representative or this manual instructs you to do so. The highly visible sign and stickers warn potential intruders that your home is protected by a Brink's Home Security system. You will be provided with one sign and several stickers. Yard Sign and Window Stickers 5 Optional Equipment This device detects smoke and dangerously high temperatures. It is mounted in a central location of the house, on the ceiling. Smoke/heat detectors are not available for commercial installations. Smoke/Heat Detector Heat Sensor This device detects when the temperature near the sensor is dangerously high. It is mounted in a central location of the house, on the ceiling. Heat sensors are not available for commercial installations. This small detector is mounted near any large expanse of glass (windows or doors) in your home. It identifies the sound of breaking glass. Glass Breakage Detector The SmartKeyTM is a small remote-control device for the security system. The four buttons on the device can be used to turn the system on and off, and to do other specialized functions, like trigger an emergency alarm. SmartKey Telephone Control Module The optional Telephone Control Module allows you to control the security system from any touch-tone telephone, whether you are at home or across the country. You can check the system's status while on vacation, or trigger an emergency alarm from your bedroom. The Telephone Control Module is also a helpful feature for visually-impaired users who may have difficulty using a traditional keypad. 6 Optional Features If your telephone line is cut, the optional line cut feature notifies you. If the system is on, the siren sounds. If the system is off, the keypad beeps and displays a trouble message. Because a line cut results in a loss of telephone service, this event is not reported to the Brink's Monitoring Center. Line Cut Pager/Latchkey The optional pager/latchkey feature notifies you that your children have arrived home safely when you are away. When your child turns the system on or off, you receive a page on your pager. You can also receive pages for other system events, like alarms or power loss. For information about any of these products or services, visit www.mybrinks.com or call Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872. Customer Care is ready to help you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 7 The Parts of the Keypad 2 3 Status Display (Standard Keypad) The illustration below shows the functions of the keypad's lights. Message Window (Premium Keypad) The Premium Keypad communicates with you by lighting the words and phrases in the message window. The words that make up the message may be on different lines, or separated by other words. For example, while you are changing an auxiliary user code, you will see the following message window: The words "ENTER" and "NEW CODE" are lit. This means that you should enter the new user code. 4 Emergency Keys If you are home when a police, medical, or fire emergency arises, you can alert the Brink's Monitoring Center of your situation with a single press of an emergency key. The system does not need to be on. (Not all emergency buttons are available to all commercial customers.) The table shows what purpose each key serves, and what happens when it is pressed. (Depending upon how the system is programmed, you may need to press the emergency key twice within three seconds to signal an emergency alarm.) Emergency Fire Press This happens The siren sounds and a signal is sent to the Brink's Monitoring Center. Brink's calls the fire department, and then calls you to verify the alarm. (This procedure may vary in some jurisdictions.) Medical The keypad beeps and a signal is sent to the Brink's Monitoring Center. Brink's calls you to verify the alarm. If for any reason you do not answer that call, Brink's calls emergency personnel. Police The siren sounds and a signal is sent to the Brink's Monitoring Center. Brink's calls you to verify the alarm. If for any reason you do not answer that call, Brink's calls emergency personnel. CALL 911 FIRST If your community provides 911 Emergency service, and you are able to reach a telephone during the emergency, Brink's recommends that you call 911 before pressing the emergency key. This gives you the fastest access to emergency services. If you press an emergency key accidentally, cancel the alarm by pressing the CANCEL key, and entering your user code. (For more information about canceling alarms, see page 13, or review the Reduce False Alarms information at www.mybrinks.com.) 5 Using The Keypad The Brink's Home Security system in your home may have a Standard Keypad, or a Premium Keypad. Both types of keypads can be used to turn the system on or off, or to test or customize it. For some procedures, the keypads' commands are slightly different. In those cases, this manual contains two sets of instructions, like those shown below. If you are using a Standard Keypad, follow the instructions on the left. If you are using a Premium Keypad, follow the instructions on the right. If the keypad looks like this: If the keypad looks like this: Follow the instructions for the Standard Keypad Follow the instructions for the Premium Keypad 1. Press the OPTONS key. 1. Observe the number displayed in the message window. This is the zone that is not ready. (There may be more than one.) Refer to the PopUp Zone Card to verify the location of the zone. 2. Press the 7 key. 2. 6 User Codes When the system is installed, you select a code number to turn the system on and off. This is your master user code, and it may be three or four digits long. To change this code, contact Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872. You can create a separate auxiliary user code for anyone who needs access to your home. See page 19 for more information. You can change or delete the auxiliary code whenever you like. If you have questions about the system's user codes, visit our website or contact Brink's Customer Care. Entering and Exiting Designated Doors The designated entry/exit doors are those doors that you must use to enter and leave your home while the system is on. These doors may be equipped with the door sensors described on page 4. If you use a different door to enter your home, an alarm may sound. Entry Delay When you enter your home while the security system is on, the keypad beeps. This beeping reminds you to turn the system off. You must enter your user code before the beeping stops. In most systems, that delay is 40 seconds long. If you do not enter your code before the delay ends, an alarm is triggered. Exit Delay When you turn the system on in normal mode, you must exit the building and close the door before the exit delay ends. For most systems, the exit delay is 80 seconds; however, that number may vary if local agency or regulator restrictions apply. Once that delay has ended, you will trigger an alarm if you open a protected door or window, or move past a motion detector. Note: The length of the system's entry and exit delays can be adjusted (within certain limits). If you find it difficult to enter or exit your home 7 before the delay ends, contact Brink's Customer Care at 1-800-445-0872 to have it changed. Turning the System On The Four On Modes You can arm the Brink's Home Security system in four different ways: 1) normal mode; 2) motion off; 3) motions off with delay doors instant; and 4) delay doors instant. The illustration below helps you choose which mode to use. 8 Turning the System On in Normal Mode 1. Close all of the doors and windows and make sure that the message window reads READY or the READY light is lit. (If not, see page 11.) 2. Press the ON key. The ON light begins to blink, telling you that the system is on and that the exit delay has begun. The Premium Keypad displays the number of seconds left in the exit delay. 3. Exit promptly. You must leave the building before the delay ends. The standard delay is 80 seconds. If the ON light stops blinking and is steadily lit, the exit delay has ended. If you open a door now, you will cause an alarm. Turn the system off by entering your user code, then start over. Turning the System On with Motions Turned Off Mode 1. Close all of the doors and windows and make sure that the message window reads READY or the READY light is lit. (If not, see page 11.) 2. Press the ON key. 3. Press the MOTION OFF key. (You must press the MOTION OFF key no more than 20 seconds after you press the ON key.) The ON light blinks. The Premium Keypad reads ON, MOTION OFF. The Standard Keypad's MOTION OFF and ON lights are lit. 9 Turning the System On with Motions Turned Off / Instant Mode 1. Close all of the doors and windows and make sure that the message window reads READY or the READY light is lit. (If not, see page 11.) 2. Press the ON key. 3. Press the MOTION OFF key. 4. Press the INSTANT key. The ON light turns on. The Premium Keypad reads ON, MOTION OFF, and INSTANT. The Standard Keypad's ON, MOTION OFF and INSTANT lights are lit. Do not leave the building, or open any protected windows without first turning the system off. Turning the System On in Instant Mode 1. Close all of the doors and windows and make sure that the message window reads READY or the READY light is lit. (If not, see page 11.) 2. Press the ON key. 3. Press the INSTANT key. The ON light turns on. The Premium Keypad reads ALL ON, INSTANT. The INSTANT light of the Standard Keypad turns on. Do not leave the building, open any protected windows, or move in front of the motion detector without first turning the system off. 10