AT&T 8000 Signal must pass through several outer walls, Wire lath in plaster walls, Insulation

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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION CONSIDERATIONS

Although the 40.68 MHz band is relatively immune to most small metal objects in the home or installation site, some house have building materials that must be taken into consideration. Often, it is a combination of several of these factors that cause problems.

Some problems to watch out for.

.	Concrete and brick with metal reinforcement
	Large amounts of concrete and brick can be
	troublesome, particularly in "L" - shaped homes where
	the signal must pass through several outer walls.
	Wire lath in plaster walls
.	Insulation
.	Foil-backed insulation placed in inner walls may reflect
	RF transmissions
.	Foil-backed wallpaper or large mirrors
.	Stucco walls
	Stucco is applied to a wire mesh base that may cause
	problems, especially in "L" - shaped homes.

How to avoid these problems:

. Don’t mount the Central Controller on a wall that contains metal, lath, or stucco mesh.

Remember, it’s critical that you identify sources of possible RF interference and potential blocks to RF waves.

AT&T Proprietary Information 2-16

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Contents Pursuant to Company Instructions AT&T Security SystemExceeding those expectations is what AT&T is all about Service is all aboutSystem KnowledgcGood Service Accountability Attitude Customer Contact Page AT&T Proprietary Information Obtain the floor plan and component list/work order Chart to help determine what you need. OutlineWhich are part of the AT&T Security Survey Call the customer to verify the time and locationPhillips-Head Screwdriver Common Hand Tools Slotted-Head ScrewdriverRequirements WiringEnvironment Page Salesman has told him/her Meet the Customer Confirm Correct LocationYou can answer any questions before you leave Look for broken windows, scratched paint, torn wallpaperPaper mills Choose Central Controller Location PrecautionsLarge neighborhood antennas MetaI kitchen or bathroom cupboards ObjectsRefrigerators MetaI sinks and tubsKeypad Transmitter ISI Wireless Siren Controller Wireless Remote TransmitterTransmitter locations Antenna PlacementAntenna length less than I5 feet, if possible ThemPossible Antenna Run in a Multi-level Home Transformer Wire lath in plaster walls Signal must pass through several outer wallsProblems, especially in L shaped homes InsulationHouse code USE Within a Half Mile Radius House Code DIP Switch Combinations House Code DIP Switch Combinations AT&T Proprietary Information Central Controller Terminal Strip Environmental17 Install the Digital CommunicatorPossible. Sharp angles in the wiring run reduce Problem. Reset the watchdog with the AT&T ModelProgram the Digital Communicator using the AT&T Remote Programming PackageIt is critical that you identify Run the Central Controller Antenna Choose the antenna runSources of possible RF interference Potential blocks to RF wavesPlug in the Transformer Verify power Power Up the Central ControllerDigital display Enter the Installer Test ModeAllow at least two inches between the unit and the ceiling Choose Transmitter Mounting LocationsKeypad Transmitter Pirt Zone TOP View Curtain Lens Ssdt Installation Considerations Other Installation Considerations ‘t J Typical single floor installation Alarm Hour Sensor Loop Not Secure Wireless Remote/TransmitterBattery is OK CONDITlONSensor Locate the phone line protector block Run the Phone Line for the Digital CommunicatorStep LYll Requires more powcr than 450 MA Then install the High Power SirenRelay Module Recheck All Transmitter LocationsProgram the Transmitters Beeps and alarms to specific transmitters. Code numbersLet’s look at the I.D. Code for a moment Number is used by the Central Controller to relay trouble1171 Wireless Remote/Transmitter DIP Switches Selectable sensor loop zone House code settingProgramming Selectable sensor loop option= closed loop Set House Code/Option DIP Switches= high security = low securityPage Yellow Wire Third Number 1st = B 2nd = W White WirePage House code Transmitter ID Switch 8 should be set on for high security to Keypad Transmitter Initial Programming Page Press up on the tab at the bottom HousingIntrusion Audible Panic Interior Environmental AuxiliaryAT&T Proprietary Information Transmitter PIR T Lens Replace lens brackets carefullyAT&T Proprietary Information Active Post on Pirt Circuit Board PscH8$EPage Open the detector front housing Use the information presented in the InstallationAccessed through a small hole in the backplate Set the House code DIP switches$t.ns~ Switch Page Mount the backplate Mount the Transmitters Mount Wireless Remote/TransmitterSensor manufacturer’s instructions USE Jumpers To Close Loops For Handheld USE Mount Keypad Transmitter Attach the front housingMount Universal Transmitter Page Auxiliary APPLlCATlONS Panic APPLlCATiONSComes on when you move Reduce the sensitivity of the Pirt by usingSeveral minutes to stabilize Walk test the Pirt to verify its coverageExit the Installer Test Mode Choose the Wireless Siren /Controller On = Silent OFF = Sound Switch 9 should Always be onSources of possible RF interference Potential blocks to RF wavesScrew provided #6-32 Verify that the AC Power Light is onTransformer Plug in the transformer Until 1 Beep is heard Perform the System Test System Test HardwiredSystem Test 24-Hour Zone Transmitters RF Scanner