Introduction
2.3Before you begin
Before installing the XR10/XR20, we recommend you read through the entire contents of this guide. Familiarize yourself with the features of the panel and the key points to remember during the installation. Be sure to read and understand all of the caution statements printed in bold italics.
In addition to this installation guide, you should also read through and familiarize yourself with these other product documents:
•XR10 Programming Guide
•XR20 Programming Guide
•XR10 Security Command User's Guide
•XR20 Security Command User's Guide
•XR10 Program Information Sheet
•XR20 Program Information Sheet
2.4About this guide
The information contained in this guide is organized into three sections: Table of Contents, Introduction, and Installation.
•The Table of Contents at the front of this guide lists all of the headings and subheadings used throughout each section. To the right of each heading is the section number where the information can be found.
•The Introduction section gives you an overview of the various components that go into a XR10/XR20 system and diagrams some typical system configurations. This section gives descriptions of the panel, keypads, and accessory modules and provides details on how each of them operate together in the system.
•The Installation section begins with mounting instructions for the enclosure and takes you through the proper way to power up the panel prior to programming.
Caution notes
Throughout this guide you'll see caution notes containing information you need to know when installing the XR10/XR20 panel. These cautions are written with a bold, italicized introductory clause followed by a detailed description of the caution. See the example shown below:
Always ground the panel before applying power to any devices: The XR10/XR20 must be properly grounded before connecting any devices or applying power to the panel. Proper grounding protects against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) that can damage system components.
Whenever you see a caution note, make sure you completely read and understand its information. Failing to follow the caution note can cause damage to the equipment or improper operation of one or more components in the system.
2.5How to use this guide
To locate information about the installation of the XR10/XR20, first go to the Table of Contents at the front of this guide. Find the subject heading that closely describes the information you need and turn to the section number shown to the right of the heading.
The text that follows the heading has been written to provide as much information about the subject as possible. If you can't find the information you need under that heading, try scanning through a few of the headings before and after and reading the text under those that sound similar.
XR10/XR20 Installation Guide
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