Alarm

Operating Menus

Model 1501 User's Manual

Click the ALARM icon on the Advanced Setup menu to display the setup menu. Click APPLY to save the new parameters.

I/O CHANNEL	Video channel.
I/O ALARM	Select alarm input contact configuration:
	NO (normal open), NC (normal closed), or OFF.
HDD LOSS	ON means the system will sound an alarm if there
	is no HDD, the HDD is unformatted, or
	unavailable, and it will display an “H” in the live
	view.
	OFF means the system will display an “H” in the
	live view, but no alarm will go off if there is no
	HDD or the HDD is unformatted or unavailable.
HDD SPACE	ON means the HDD is full (overwrite must be
	Disabled) and will sound an alarm.
	OFF means the HDD is full (overwrite must be
	Disabled) and will not sound an alarm.
VIDEO LOSS	ON means any channel that has no video input;
	“video loss” will display in live view and sound an
	alarm.
	OFF means one channel has no video input; it will
	display “video loss” in live view and not sound an
	alarm.
ALARM	Select alarm output time option: 0, 10, 20, 40, or
MANAGE -	60 seconds. (Alarm output contact closed time. NO
OUTPUT	and COM contacts).
ALARM	Select buzzer calling time option when alarm is
MANAGE -	triggered: 0, 10, 20, 40, or 60 seconds.
BUZZER
ALARM	Select recording time option: 30 seconds, 1 minute,
MANAGE -	2 minutes, or 5 minutes.
POST REC
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1501 specifications

The First Alert 1501 is a remarkable combination of security and convenience, designed to provide homeowners with peace of mind regarding fire safety. This smoke detector features an innovative design and a host of technologies that make it a reliable choice for ensuring safety within residential spaces.

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The First Alert 1501 also features an easy-to-read LED light indicator that provides users with constant information about the device’s operational status. A green light indicates normal operation, while a red light signifies an alarm condition. This visual feedback makes it simple for homeowners to assess their smoke detector's functionality at a glance.

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