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1. clearly understood that no WirelessAlert product is a life saving device and installers and users of WirelessAlert systems indemnify WirelessAlert its management shareholders staff and suppliers of all claims in this regard No claim may be brought in respect of WirelessAlert component or product usage that is greater in total value than the retail value of the product or component itself at the installation in question It is the responsibility of all installers and users of WirelessAlert products to test all elements of the product and all associated component parts and settings upon setup at any time that it is modified or in any way managed It is the responsibility of the owner of the system to ensure that the functions and functionality of their WirelessAlert product and all associated component parts and settings be tested at least once a week Failure to test any aspect will further void any claim that an end user might bring against developers and suppliers Given that WirelessAlert products operate as wireless systems and must comply with the limitations that ICASA FCC and other authorities impose on wireless transmission strengths and given that atmospheric and other conditions might from time to time create or alter non functional state for the WirelessAlert system and its components the Suppliers expressly state that no guarantee of function can be given even when tests have previously proven successful for one or anot2. m TX operation Set switches 6 7 and 8 depending on the mode of operation you require as described in Mode Selection list below Note Please make a record of all the DIP switch codes you have set on all your m TX modules for future reference if you wish to adjust zones and or for adding additional m TX modules to a specific zone 6 2 Mode Selection The most current firmware has six different modes of operation The m TX can be configured for one or a combination of modes by the adjusting DIP Switches 6 7 and 8 on the DIP switch as follows e If DIP8 is OFF Normal mode is activated If DIP8 is ON Toggle mode is activated e If DIP7 is OFF Multiple Transmit mode is activated If DIP7 is ON Single Transmit mode is activated If DIP6 is OFF Retransmit every 1 min mode is activated does not function in conjunction with Toggle mode If DIP6 is ON Retransmit every 5 sec mode is activated does not function in conjunction with Toggle mode 6 2 1 Normal Mode In this mode the m TX will respond to a set of contacts closing or opening on the IN terminals When power is applied to the m TX it will sense the current status of the input If it senses that the input contact is currently closed such as when it is connected to a Normally Closed contact then it will henceforth wait for the contacts to open before transmitting Conversely if it senses that the inputs are ope
3. will further also light up each time the m TX transmits a message Note LED indication for the other modes is not provided You can determine additional mode settings by looking at the particular DIP switch setting see configuration of m TX below 3 2 Screw Terminal Connector Block power terminals for connection of power IN IN trigger terminals for wiring m TX onto 3 party sensor 3 3 8 pin DIP switch The 8 pin DIP switch is used to set a unique transmit code for the m TX modules and to configure the m TX for a specific mode of operation 4 Software Setup The m TX does not require software for configuration 5 Hardware Setup No hardware setup is required apart from the wiring of the m TX onto the 3 party sensor device and the configuration of correct mode see below Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 4 ADAP TA RI AdaptAlert User Manual 6 Configuration 6 1 Setting the Dip Switch Code The m TX DIP switch code must be set to match a specific zone code present on VoiceAlert MaxAlert or TextAlert II in order to trigger zone when the 3 party sensor detects an intruder Please refer to respective product User Manuals for zone programming instructions There are eight DIP switches pins that can be set to either the ON up position or the OFF down position Set switches 1 to 5 to create a unique code for each m TX switches 1 to 5 are for code selection only and do not influence mode
4. ADAP m TX User Manual WIRELESS 77 a product Note This manual provides information on the AdaptAlert m TX module available for use with WirelessAlert products Please consult your WirelessAlert Agent or technician for assistance with the more advanced m TX applications Warning Wiring of WirelessAlert products for control of 3 Party high power 230 V mains power and or three phase devices must be performed by a qualified electrician Suitably rated external relays and contactors must be used to prevent damage to products Pay close attention to the guarantee conditions ADAPTA C AdaptAlert User Manual Table of Contents 2 3RF Specifications cccsssssssse 3O0nboard Feat res oso ccssseteantincsseecnenioons S 1 On bos te LED a ccscionsxsaardewnoacaamadenn 6 2 3Multiple Transmit Mode 6 2 4Single Transmit Mode 6 2 5Retransmit 1 minute Mode 6 2 6Retransmit every 5 sec Mode 6 3Firmware Update ccccccccceeeees Table of Figures Figure 1 Miniature Transmitter m TX module Figure 2 m TX Module Onboard Layout Figure 3 m TX module inside PVC housing Glossary of Terms Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 Alternating Current Decibels Decibel isotropic For Antenna gain Decibel milliwatt For Radio signal Direct Current Dual inline package Global System for Mobile Communica
5. fications 2 1 General Dimensions 45mm x 23mm x 15mm excluding antenna Operating temperature 0 C 50 C 32 F 122 F Waterproof specification None 2 2 Electrical The m TX can accept power voltages from 5 to 12v DC across its and terminals A 9v battery is an ideal power source Alternatively wire the m TX onto the 3 party device s power source The m TX is designed to be extremely frugal in terms of power consumption It draws about 10uA under normal conditions all modes and about 35mA while it is transmitting Warning Do not connect power onto the IN IN terminals as this may damage the circuitry associated with these terminals The IN IN terminals require potential free only triggering from 3 party devices Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 3 ADAP TA f Py AdaptAlert User Manual 2 3 RF Specifications 433 MHz Transmitter module 3 Onboard Features Please refer to Figure 2 ANTENNA IS PECE OF LOOSE WIRE SCREW TERMINALS FOR POWER AND TRIGGER eooooooo o ANONARWN BWAY DPSWITCH LED SHOWS TRANSMIT Figure 2 m TX Module Onboard Layout 3 1 Onboard LED The m TX has a single onboard LED Upon startup connecting power the LED will give the user an indication of the selected operating mode If it flashes four times in quick succession it means that Toggle mode is selected If it flashes only once it means Normal NO NC mode is selected The LED
6. her function These vagaries of function are therefore considered Acts of God and provide the Suppliers with insulation from prosecution that such Act of God conditions generally provide InFocus Trading 111 cc trading as WirelessAlert in association with developers and distributors of WirelessAlert products will under no circumstances be held liable for any injuries or damages that result from the use of this product If any part of this disclaimer is found by a competent court to be invalid or non applicable it will have no effect on the enforceability of other terms Much effort has been made to ensure the contents of this manual are complete informative easy and interesting to read and accurate InFocus Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 8 ADAP TA f fra AdaptAlert User Manual Trading 111 cc trading as WirelessAlert in association with developers and distributors of WirelessAlert products cannot be held liable for any damages directly or indirectly resulting from any errors in any manual It is the responsibility of the individual who reads this manual and uses WirelessAlert products to communicate all of its contents to all of those who will be impacted by the use of WirelessAlert products By this disclaimer and to these terms InFocus Trading 111 cc WirelessAlert Technologies cc Polygon Industries cc and all employees or representatives are expressly relieved of all common law or statutory responsibility for n
7. n during startup it will henceforth sit around and wait for the contacts to close before transmitting If the activating condition persists the m TX will transmit once every minute or once every 5 seconds depending on selected mode Example The m TX is connected to a door contact that is normally closed When the door is opened the door s magnetic contact switch opens This contact is wired into the input of the m TX and the m TX battery is connected while the door is closed Thereafter each time the door opens the m TX will Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 5 ADAP TA RI AdaptAlert User Manual trigger If the door is opened and remains ajar the m TX will transmit for a few seconds and then keep quiet for a minute If the door remains open for longer than 1 minute the m TX will repeat the transmission approximately once per minute until the door is finally closed Had the m TX battery been connected while the door was open it will trigger as soon as the door is closed 6 2 2 Toggle Mode Certain wired PIR sensors tend not to supply a pulse on its contacts when movement is detected Instead they supply a change of state So assuming the sensor has its contacts open after it is powered up Upon detecting movement it will close the contact and remain close until movement is again detected at which time the contact is opened again It can thus be said that the sensor output is toggled each time that movement is de
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9. re may be copied or reverse engineered WirelessAlert reserves the right to make changes to contents of this manual without notice at any time 10 Guarantee The AdaptAlert mini Transmitter m TX is guaranteed for a period of 12 months against defects in materials or workmanship Should your product become defective during the guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of WirelessAlert under the following conditions Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 7 ADAP TA Py AdaptAlert User Manual A The unit and enclosure must not have been opened or otherwise tampered with If the enclosure of any unit has been opened at all the guarantee will be null and void B The guarantee does not cover damage resulting from excessive input voltages lightning power surges or water damage If any of these conditions are detected during assessment the guarantee will be null and void Assessment and opinion as to the status of each unit with regards to the conditions named in A and B above will be at the sole discretion of WirelessAlert This guarantee does not provide for shipping costs Shipping costs will be for the account of the user under all circumstances 11 Disclaimer It is the responsibility of all installers and users of WirelessAlert products to read and fully understand manuals supplied with the products to comply with all warnings and to communicate these to relevant parties It must be
10. rt Agent for assistance with this Copyright InFocus Trading 111 cc 2009 6 ADAPT Py AdaptAlert User Manual 7 Suggested Housing of m TX for Outdoor Use Some applications will require use of m TX outdoors A suitable waterproof PVC housing Figure 3 should be used to protect the m TX module and batteries if you are using 9 Volt batteries to power the m TX Metal housings are not suitable as they will block the radio signal from the m TX Ideally you may be able to house the m TX inside the 3 party sensor s housing provided there is enough space to do so This should be the case with some of the larger 3 party PIR and Beam sensors PVC Housing m TX Rechargeable Battery Figure 3 m TX module inside PVC housing 8 WirelessAlert Support If you have not managed to solve an issue by consulting your WirelessAlert agent please email details of your issue to 8 1 Technical Support Contact For Technical Support please email techsupport wirelessalert co za 8 2 Head Office Contact For Sales and Agent Information please Email info wirelessalert co za or visit Website www wirelessalert co za 9 Copyright notice All Information and images in this manual are copyrighted and proprietary to WirelessAlert The manual as a whole may be distributed and copied freely but no partial content may be used copied or distributed in any way No part of WirelessAlert products including any Hardware Firmware and or Softwa
11. tected The m TX Toggle mode is designed to work in this type of scenario In Toggle mode the m TX will transmit for a short period each time the input changes It will not transmit once per minute but instead will ONLY transmit once at each status change event 6 2 3 Multiple Transmit Mode Each trigger event induces multiple three to four radio signal transmissions in rapid succession 6 2 4 Single Transmit Mode Each trigger event induces a single radio signal transmission 6 2 5 Retransmit 1 minute Mode Retransmits radio signal after every one minute of elapsed time if trigger remains active only works in conjunction with Normal mode 6 2 6 Retransmit every 5 sec Mode Retransmit radio signal after every five seconds of elapsed time if trigger remains active only works in conjunction with Normal mode 6 3 Firmware Update m TX modules loaded with most current firmware will have all of the above optional modes In addition you will be able to activate or deactivate a particular mode by simply sliding the respective DIP switch to the ON or OFF position The earliest m TX units did not feature all of the above modes and required a hard restart disconnect then reconnect power to activate or deactivate a particular mode setting If your unit does not appear to enter any one of the above modes you may have its firmware upgraded free of charge by sending it to WirelessAlert Please contact your WirelessAle
12. tions Light Emitting Diode Milli Amps MaxAlert Megahertz 433 MHz Mini transmitter Passive Infra Red TextAlert Micro Amps ADAP TA f Py AdaptAlert User Manual 1 Introduction Figure 1 Miniature Transmitter m TX module The miniature transmitter m TX Figure 1 operates as a miniature wireless radio transmitter for adapting a wide range of 3 party wired sensor devices to function as wireless devices capable of triggering zones on VoiceAlert MaxAlert and or TextAlert II If you are not familiar with any of these products please contact your WirelessAlert Agent Warning Operation and correct installation of m TX modules requires knowledge of how particular 3 party sensor devices receive and respond to trigger events To ensure correct installation of m TX modules please make sure you understand how the 3 party sensor has been wired onto your existing wired alarm panel INPUT if you have one and the type of trigger signal the sensor sends through to the INPUT when triggered The m TX can be configured for a combination of 6 different modes of operation It is vital you select the correct mode s for the type of 3 party sensor used otherwise you may interfere with the operation of the sensor and prevent a trigger signal from being delivered to the INPUT on your existing wired alarm panel If you are unsure please contact your WirelessAlert Agent for assistance 2 Speci
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