Sensaphone 800 User Manual

Stay informed and in control of vital environmental conditions and processes with the fully-programmableSensaphone® Model 800. LIT-0130SENSAPHONE®Mode

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manualviii1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYPLEASE READ THIS WARRANTY CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT.THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTA

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual98Zone Type: (1) An open circuit closes, (2) a closed circuit opens, or (3) temperature limits are exceeded.Recogn

Chapter 7: Operation 99Call Delay: ExpiredIntercall Time: ActivatedVoice Repetitions: ActivatedCall Progress: ActivatedMax Calls: ActivatedA

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual100Local, On-site AcknowledgmentTouch-Tone Acknowledgment:Fast Code 555Touch-Tone Acknowledgment:Normal Code 555Ton

Chapter 7: Operation 101answering to guard against random acknowledgment. If an answering device is connected to the same line as the Model 800 (and T

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual1027.2 Example: A Dial-out Telephone CallThe following parameters are selected for demonstration purposes:• Model

Chapter 8: Controlling the Output103Chapter 8: Controlling the OutputThe Sensaphone 800 includes a relay output that can be used to control a light, s

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual1048.1.1 To program the Output Mode:1. Press the SET key.SET2. Press the OUTPUT key.OUTPUTPAUSEAMThe 800 will say “

Chapter 8: Controlling the Output105WHATISSENSORON/OFF4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8CLOCK3INTERCALLTIME7RECOGNITIONTIME9LISTEN TIMESOUND0ID NUMBERP

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual1068.2 Switching The Output Using The KeypadWhen programmed for Manual mode, the command to switch the output is:SE

Chapter 8: Controlling the Output107electrician or heating professional for proper installation of the Sensaphone remote control facility. Electric ba

ixLIMITED WARRANTY, LIMITATION OF DAMAGES AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES: THE WARRANTOR’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO REPAI

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual108Step3:ConnectcablefromthermostattoSensaphone800.This Sensaphone 800 has a terminal strip below the input

Chapter 8: Controlling the Output109Keypad commands:1) To enable Vacation Mode, press the [SENSOR ON/OFF] key, then the [OUTPUT] key. The unit wil

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual110preferred “home” temperature. With your Sensaphone 800, you will be able to switch between these two thermostats

Chapter 8: Controlling the Output111Note: This is a typical configuration when using standard single-zone heat/cool thermostats. For ease of-use it is

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual112sensors such as door contacts, motion sensors, or water sensors. This is of great benefit where it is impossible

Appendix A: Weekly Testing 113Appendix A: Weekly Testing ProcedureWe recommend that you test your Sensaphone weekly to be sure it is functioning prope

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual1144) If you are using your Sensaphone to listen for a smoke alarm, then be sure to test the smoke alarm to make s

Appendix B: Troubleshooting115Appendix B: Troubleshooting In the event that a problem is encountered, this section will assist you in determining the

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual116Problem Cause Solution1. The unit says “Error 1.”2. The unit says “Error 2.”An invalid value has been entered

Appendix B: Troubleshooting117Problem Cause Solution1. The Model 800 fails to dial out. a) The telephone number may be incorrectly programmed.b) To

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s ManualxOF THE WARRANTORS’ SYSTEM TO REPORT A GIVEN EVENT OR CONDITION, WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED BY WARRANTORS’ NEGLIGENCE.YO

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual118Problem Cause SolutionCommunications / Dial-out:2. The Model 800 will not answer the telephone when called for

Appendix B: Troubleshooting1193. The Model 800 will not answer the telephone for Callback Acknowledgement. 4. The Model 800 recites the alarm me

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual120Problem Cause Solution1. Can’t program temperature limits; or the unit won’t read the temperature sensor.2. Th

Appendix B: Troubleshooting121Problem Cause Solution1. False high sound alarms occur frequently.2. High sound does not cause an alarm.The programme

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual122Problem Cause Solution1. Alarm status of an alert zone is incorrect.2. False power out alarms3. The Model 80

Appendix B: Troubleshooting1234. The Model 800 does not recognize any alarm. 5. The batteries drain prematurely.a) Zones for alarm are disabled.

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual124If the solutions offered above do not appear to correct the problem, apply the following steps, in the order sho

Appendix C: Quick Reference 125125Parameter Description Key Sequence* Range DefaultCall Delay Time delay until first call is made[SET] or [WHAT IS]+ [

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual126Parameter Description Key Sequence*Range/Response DefaultTAD Telephone Answering Device Compatibility[SENSOR ON/

Appendix C: Quick Reference 127Parameter Description Key Sequence Response DefaultSpeaker Mute Turns off the speaker during alarm conditions[SENSOR ON

xi5. LEGAL REMEDIES AND DISCLAIMER: Some jurisdictions may not allow, or may place limits upon, the exclusion and/or limitation of implied warranties

128Appendix D: AccessoriesThe sensors listed below are available from Sensaphone, and represent the most commonly used zone devices. Other dry contac

129Appendix E: SpecificationsAlert ZonesNumber of Zones: 8 (thermistor installed on zone #1 for local temperature monitoring)ZoneConnector: terminal

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual130Alarm: Off when no alarm exists. Blinks when an unacknowleged alarm exists. On steady when an acknowledged alarm

Appendix D: Specifications 131Standards- FCC Part 15 Class B, USA Emission Standards - FCC Part 68 (47 C.F.R. Part 68), USA Telecommunications Standar

131Appendix F: Returning the Unit for RepairIn the event that the Model 800 does not function properly, we suggest that you do the following:1) Recor

Test LogTest Log133

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xiiiTABLE OF CONTENTSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...iiiFCC Requirements...vCanadian Department of Communications Statement

xiv2.8 The Microphone ...262.9 Alert Zones ...272.11 Installing the Sensor ...

xv4.7.2 Interrogating Rings Until Answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 554.8 TAD (Telephone Answering Device) ...564.8.1 TAD Enable/Disabl

xvi5.3 Zone Recognition Time ...725.3.1 Programming Zone Recognition Time ...725.3.2 Interrogating Zone Recognition Time

xvii6.1.2 Touch-Tone™ Acknowledgment ...876.1.3 Callback Acknowledgment ...886.2 Status Report ...

18Chapter 1: IntroductionThe Sensaphone® Model 800 is a fully-programmable, environmental monitoring system that offers extensive on-site and remote m

Chapter 1: Introduction 19alkaline batteries (not included) will continue to power the unit for approximately 24 hours.Feature SummaryThe Sensaphone

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual20Layout1. Programming Keypad 2. Power Jack3. Phone Extension Jack4. Phone Line Jack5. Speaker6. Built in Mic

Chapter 1: Introduction 21Alarm LED Off: No alarms exist LED Blinking: Unacknowledged alarm exists LED On: Acknowledged alarm existsBattery OK L

22Chapter 2: InstallationCorrectly installing the Model 800 will ensure proper functioning of the unit. Please read the entire chapter before starting

Chapter 2: Installation 232.3 Power Surge ProtectionThe Model 800 can be damaged by power surges and lightning through the telephone line and the 120

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual242.5 Starting the Model 800When the DC power transformer is first plugged into the electrical outlet, the Model

Chapter 2: Installation 252.7 Telephone LineThe Model 800 will operate with all standard analog telephone lines that accept pulse or tone dialing. Th

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual26(It is not necessary to hook up a telephone for the Model 800 to operate.) This extension jack features Line Seiz

Chapter 2: Installation 27NOTE The proximity of the audible alarm to the microphone is extremely important. Normally, the Model 800 and the audible a

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Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual28Important Note regarding Ultra-Low temperature freezers:If you are connecting the Sensaphone to an ultralow tempe

Chapter 2: Installation 29Sensor wired to Alert Input 3Sensor wired to Alert Input V4 1 CZONES 2 C 3 C 4

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual30See Figure 2-8. Multiple N.C. sensors are typically magnetic reed switches to monitor the security of windows and

Chapter 2: Installation 31800 is susceptible to serious damage during a lightning storm. Depending upon the distance outdoor wiring must travel, consi

32Chapter 3: Quick StartThis section presents a useful guide for first-time programming of the Model 800. Follow instructions for installation before

Chapter 3: Quick Start 33When these steps are completed, the Model 800 is fully operational and able to monitor temperature, high sound, AC power fail

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual34Step 2: Set the ID NumberIt is recommended that you set the ID number to reflect the telephone number on which t

Chapter 3: Quick Start 353. Select which telephone number to program. Press any unassigned number key (from 1 to 8) to represent the new telephone nu

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual361. Press SET.SET2. Press TEMP LIMITS.5TEMP LIMITS3. Using the number keys, press a number (from 1 to 8) that

Chapter 3: Quick Start 376. Using the number keys, enter the value for high temperature limit. The Model 800 will recite the digits as they are pres

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is complete, accurate and up-to-date. SENSAPHONE assumes no responsibility

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual38Action—Response1. THE MODEL 800 DETECTS AN ALERT CONDITIONAn alert condition is not the same as a valid alarm—t

Chapter 3: Quick Start 39

40Chapter 4: Communications ProgrammingThis chapter explains the keypad commands for communications programming of the Model 800, including interroga

Chapter 4: Communications Programming41To program the ID Message:1. Press the SET key.SET2. Press the MESSAGE key. The 800 will say “Enter Message Nu

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 42To program the Voice Message for a Zone:2. Press the SET key.SET2. Press the MESSAGE key. The 800 will say, “Ent

Chapter 4: Communications Programming433. Press the corresponding Zone number key.4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8CLOCK3INTERCALLTIME7RECOGNITIONTIM

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 444.2.1 Programming the ID NumberTo program the ID Number:1. Press SET.SET2. Press ID NUMBER.0ID NUMBERPOWER3

Chapter 4: Communications Programming454.3 Dial-out Telephone NumbersThe Model 800 can store up to eight 48-digit phone numbers. These are the numb

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 464. Enter the complete telephone number using the number keys.4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8CLOCK3INTERCALL

Chapter 4: Communications Programming474.3.3 Erasing a Telephone NumberTo erase a telephone number:1. Press SET.SET2. Press PHONE NUMBER.PHONE

iiiIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSYour Model 800 has been carefully designed to give you years of safe, reliable performance. As with all electrical equ

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 482. Press the TEST key.TEST°F/°C#The 800 will say “Enter Number.”3. Press a number key (1–8) corresponding to the

Chapter 4: Communications Programming494.5 Tone or Pulse DialingThe Model 800 can dial out in pulse or Touch Tone™. Select the type of dialing, in e

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 502. Pound (#)TEST°F/°C#A pound may be required when calling some phone or beeper systems. 3. Star (*) RINGSTAD*

Chapter 4: Communications Programming51Example:SET + PHONE NUMBER + any unassigned number key 1-8 + telephone number + CODE + 2 + extension number

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 523. Press any unassigned number key (from 1 to 8) to represent the new telephone number entry. Model 800 will

Chapter 4: Communications Programming534.6.3 Incorporating a Pound (#) or Star (*)Incorporate a pound or star if it is normally included in telephon

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 544.6.4 Special Dialing to a Beeper or PagerYour Sensaphone can be programmed to send an alarm message to a nume

Chapter 4: Communications Programming554.7 Rings Until AnswerRings Until Answer is the programmed number of times the telephone rings before the Mod

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 564.8 TAD (Telephone Answering Device)The TAD feature is especially useful because it integrates the operation

Chapter 4: Communications Programming57Example: Telephone answering device, rings = 4 Model 800, Rings Until Answer = 6Using the procedure just out

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manualiv 1. The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged. 2. Liquid has been spilled into the product or it has been e

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 584.9 Listen-in TimeThe Listen-in Time is the amount of time you can listen to sounds from the Model 800’s built-

Chapter 4: Communications Programming594.9.2 Interrogating the Listen-in TimeTo interrogate the Listen-in Time:1. Press WHAT IS.WHATIS 2. Pres

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 603. Using the number keys, enter the minutes. 4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8CLOCK3INTERCALLTIME7RECOGNITION

Chapter 4: Communications Programming61the alarm dial-out message or from hearing the Status Report during an off-site call.4.11.1 Enable/Disable Lo

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 623. Using the number keys, enter a value from 1 to 10. 4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8CLOCK3INTERCALLTIME7RECO

Chapter 4: Communications Programming634.13.1 Programming Intercall TimeTo program Intercall Time:1. Press SET.SET2. Press INTERCALL TIME.3INTERCA

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 644.13.2 Interrogating Intercall TimeTo interrogate Intercall Time:1. Press WHAT IS.WHATIS 2. Press INTERCALL T

Chapter 4: Communications Programming652. Press MAX CALLS.4MAX CALLSThe Model 800 will respond: “Enter number.”3. Using the number keys, enter a va

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 664.15.1 Setting the ClockTo set the clock:1. Press SET.SET 2. Press CLOCK.8CLOCK3. Using the number keys, ent

Chapter 4: Communications Programming672. Press CLOCK. The Model 800 will recite the current time.8CLOCK 4.16 The Security CodeThe Security Code is

vFCC RequirementsPart 68: The Sensaphone® Model 800 complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the back of the unit there is a label that contains, am

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual 684.16.2 Unlocking the KeypadTo unlock the keyboard:1. Press WHAT IS.WHATIS2. Press CODE.CODELOCKMUTEThe Model

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 69Chapter 5: Alarm ProgrammingThis chapter explains the alarm programming and monitoring capabilities of the Model 800, w

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual70For example, if a magnetic reed switch (a normally-closed sensor used to detect unauthorized entry) has been wire

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 715.1.2 Interrogating Zone Configuration1. Press WHAT IS.2. Press CONFIG.The Model 800 will audibly recite the configu

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual722. Press STATUS.STATUSThe Model 800 audibly recites the current status of every zone. In a Status Report, each z

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 732. Press RECOGNITION TIME.7RECOGNITIONTIME3. Press the number (1 to 8) of the selected zone to be programmed.4MAX CAL

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual747. Press ENTER. The Model 800 responds: “Enter.”ENTERPM5.3.2 Interrogating Zone Recognition Time1. Press WHAT

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 752. Press TEMP LIMITS.5TEMP LIMITS3. From the number keys, press a number (from 1 to 8) that corresponds to the temper

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual767. Press ENTER. The Model 800 responds: “Enter.”ENTERPMNOTE Do not set temperature limits too close to normal ro

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 775.5 Temperature ScaleTemperature zones may be set in either Fahrenheit or Celsius degrees. The default temperature sca

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s ManualviPart 15: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuan

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual783. Press the number (1 to 8) of the selected temperature zone to be calibrated.4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 795.6.2 Interrogating Temperature Calibration1. Press WHAT IS.WHATIS 2. Press CALIBRATE.6CALIBRATE 3. Press the numbe

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual805.8 AC Power Monitoring Enable/DisableThe Model 800 monitors AC power failure. This command enables or disables

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 815.9.1 Programming Power Failure Recognition Time1. Press SET.SET 2. Press RECOGNITION TIME.7RECOGNITIONT

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual825.9.2 Interrogating Power Failure Recognition Time1. Press WHAT IS.WHATIS2. Press RECOGNITION TIME.7RECOGNITIO

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 834. Using the number keys, enter a value for sound sensitivity. 4MAX CALLS5TEMP LIMITS6CALIBRATE8CLOCK3INTERCALLTIME7RE

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual843. Press SOUND. The Model 800 responds: “Enter seconds.” 9LISTEN TIMESOUND 4. Using the number keys, enter the

Chapter 5: Alarm Programming 85NOTE The microphone is also used for listening to on-site sounds. Refer to Chapter 4, Section 4.8. Disabling the sound

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual862. Press STATUS. The Model 800 recites the full Status Report; during this time, you are able to exit the monito

Chapter 6: Acknowledgment, Status Report & Remote Access87Chapter 6: Acknowledgment, Status Report & Remote AccessIn addition to communica

viiCanadian Department of Communications StatementNotice: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certifi

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual88you may acknowledge the alarm with the code “555” if you are using a Touch-Tone™ telephone.• To enter “555,” pre

Chapter 6: Acknowledgment, Status Report & Remote Access89Example: The Model 800 calls you with an alarm message. You answer the call with a rot

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual902. Press STATUS.STATUSSections 6.2.1, 6.2.2, and 6.2.3 demonstrate two different Status Report recitations. The

Chapter 6: Acknowledgment, Status Report & Remote Access91“Listen to the sound for 10 seconds.” In this case, the programmed Listen-in Time is s

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual92The Output is Off.Listen to the sound for 10 seconds.Goodbye.6.2.3 Example: Status Report, Disabled ZonesIf a zo

Chapter 6: Acknowledgment, Status Report & Remote Access936.2.4 Battery ConditionDuring a Status Report, you may hear one of three possible mess

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual94The commands are put together based on the letters of a touch-tone telephone. See typical telephone keypad layout

Chapter 6: Acknowledgment, Status Report & Remote Access95The following commands are used to set or recite the High Alarm Limit for any Zone.Desc

Sensaphone® Model 800 User’s Manual96 Control the Relay Output The following commands will allow you to check the status of the relay output and to t

Chapter 7: Operation 97Chapter 7: OperationAfter installation and programming is completed, the Model 800 is fully operational. This chapter explains