System Operation
Trouble Conditions
The word “FAULT” on the keypad’s display, accompanied by a rapid “beeping” at the keypad, indicates that there is a trouble condition in the system. Pressing any key can silence the audible warning sound. Instruct users to call for service immediately upon seeing any of the following messages.
•“Fault” and “Battery” Displays
•“FAULT” and one or more zone numbers indicates that a problem exists with the displayed zone(s) and requires attention. After correcting the problem, the display can be cleared by entering the security code plus the OFF key twice.
•The fault condition may also be caused by some change in the environment that prevents the
•“LOW BAT” with no zone number indicates that the system’s backup battery is weak.
•“LOW BAT” with a zone number and a
•“Fault Zone 93”, along with a flashing “AC” and a once per
•“Fault Zone 93”, along with a single beep indicates that setup information from the 5842 Wireless Dialer has not been properly received.
Power Failure
•If there is no display at all, and both indicators are not lit, operating power for the system has stopped and the system is inoperative.
•If the display is lit and the AC display is off, the system is operating on battery power only.
•During an AC power loss, the backlighting will turn off and the indicators will flicker slightly to minimize deep discharge of the battery.
Other Displays
dI =
*To bypass the
CC= Modem Comm: The system is communicating with the central station for change of function or status verification.
FC = Comm. Failure: A communication failure has occurred. This message clears only when the system is subsequently armed.
90 = RF Jam: The system has detected an RF jamming condition or excessive interference.
93 = Wireless Dialer: Tamper (alarm or trouble), phone line cut, loss of supervision, low battery, or AC power loss*.
*If supported by the 5842 Wire Dialer that is installed.
PH = Speaker Phone Mode: The system is in Speaker Phone mode.
PC = Phone Control: The remote Phone Control feature is active.
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