Document # 6153400, Rev. 3.1 Mounting the Viper Plus
Mount the Viper Plus on the door or window frame, as shown in the illustrated
examples. Do not install across structural members or at joints in construction
in frames or bridge any other two components in a structure. Make sure you
mount the Viper Plus on a flat surface, clear of bumps or grit. Also verify the
mounting surface is in good physical condition with no loose or rattling parts.
You must take additional care when installing in areas accessible to the
public. In areas where protection is required for larger areas and low
sensitivity desired for better false alarm rejection (such as windows adjacent
to a public sidewalk) use two Vipers.
To remove the cover, unscrew the retaining screw on the front. The unit
consists of two pieces, the cover and the base plate with the circuit board.
Position the base plate on the surface and mark the mounting holes. The self-
tapping screws are suitable for most materials. For metal frames, drill a 3/32”
pilot hole. Be careful not to damage the circuit board in the base plate when
driving screws.
Note: When mounted, the cover must not make contact with another surface.
Wiring the Viper Plus
You can run the wires either through the back of the base plate using the wire
slot (for concealed wiring - see diagram), or through the bottom of the cover
using the rubber grommet. To use the grommet you must cut out the area on
the bottom of the cover indicated by the indentations on the inside.
When mounting vertically install the Viper Plus so the wires enters from the
bottom of the unit, to prevent water entry. When mounting horizontally,
remember to add a drip to loop to prevent water from running along the wires
and entering the case.
The diagram below shows the four terminal strip connections. Attach power
leads to +12VDC and GND terminals. When connecting the power, you must
observer polarity. Also, use a filtered and regulated power supply, with at
least four hours of standby time. You should also provide a switch or other
circuit to interrupt power to reset a latched alarm LED (if selected).
Attach a normally closed loop from your control panel to the remaining tamper
loop terminals. These are “open” until the Viper Plus is powered up. The
cover tamper switch and magnetic reed switch are in series with the alarm
relay circuit. These must be in place for the circuit to close.
When finished wiring, secure the cover onto the base plate and turn on the
power.
Calibrating the Viper Plus
The Viper Plus has a test feature that eliminates the need to manually reset
power during testing. The first time you trip the Viper Plus there is an 8
second delay before the LED turns on (the relay opens for 8 seconds as it
normally does). After the first trip the LED remains on and shows each
subsequent trip by turning off for 8 seconds. When finished with testing,
interrupt power to reset the LED for normal operation. To disable the LED
turn dipswitch 2 off.
You should set the sensitivity as low as possible to reduce the change of false
alarms. The Viper Plus has a High-Low jumper setting to increase or
decrease its sensitivity. With the jumper in place, the Viper is set for Low
sensitivity mode. By removing the jumper, the Viper becomes more sensitive.
To set the sensitivity, use the IEI-815 calibration tool. This device puts a
predetermined amount of shock into the window or doorframe. If you don’t
have the IEI-815 tool, simply protect the surface and impact it with a hard
object like a small hamper or the back of a screwdriver, taking care not to
damage the surface.
Trip the Viper Plus at the limit of protection desired. Remember that the Viper
Plus will respond to one large blow or several small ones. Where it’s likely
that more than one blow is required to breach a window or door, apply several
“hits” of the IEI 815 within an 8 second period to simulate the shock to set the
sensitivity. Calibrate around the extremities of the area and progressively
decrease sensitivity by rotating the sensitivity adjustment potentiometer
counter clockwise. When you reach a point where the Viper Plus no longer
trips, slightly increase the sensitivity until the LED response is obtained.
DO NOT USE THE CALIBRATION TOOL DIRECTLY ON GLASS!
Double Knock Setting
For increased resistance to false alarms use the “double knock” feature.
After the initial shock, the Viper Plus continues to analyze the signal for
another 8 seconds. If another large shock or several smaller ones occur
within the next 8 seconds the Viper Plus goes into alarm. To enable this
feature set dipswitch 1 to off. This feature is ideal for laminated and
bulletproof glass.
IEI Limited Warranty
Because the manufacturer does not install or connect this security device the
manufacturer cannot guarantee its performance. Therefore, there are not
warranties, expressed or implied (except as stated below), attached to the
sale of this product.
The manufacturer warrants against defects in material an workmanship in this
device for 3 years from the date of manufacture. During the warranty period
the manufacturer, at its sole option, will repair or replace free of charge any
defective unit returned freight prepaid. This warranty shall remain in force and
effect for 3 years provided the unit was properly installed and operated, has
not been subject to misuse and has not been repaired or altered other than by
the original manufacturer.
The forgoing states the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy for any breach of
warranty or for any claim, whether sounding in contract, tort, strict liability, or
negligence, based upon any defect in this security device.
The manufacturer shall in no event be responsible for any incidental or
consequential damages incurred by the buyer.
This warranty supersedes all previous warranties.