ADT Security Services Power864 User Manual

							Power864
SECURITYSYSTEM
®
TM
WARNING: This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function 
and information on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire manual should 
be carefully read
User’s
Guide 
						

							Quick Reference Guide
The following chart lists the basic functions of your system alphabetically, and the keys to press for
each function. Refer to the listed page number for more information.
NOTE: Some functions may not be available on your system. Ask your installer for more
information.
To do this: Press this: See page:
Arm system (Away): ................................ [access code], leave through entry/exit door 7
OR press   (if enabled)
Arm system (No Entry Delay): ..................  [access code] 9
Arm system (Quick, if enabled): ...............  (from Ready state) 9
Arm system (Stay):................................... [access code], do not exit premises 8
OR press   (if enabled)
Bypass zones: ..........................................  [two-digit zone number(s)],   to exit 15
Disarm system: ........................................ [access code] 11
Exit premises when system armed: ..........  OR press   (if enabled) 11
Reset smoke detectors.............................  OR press   (if enabled) 12
Send Fire message: ..................................  (press & hold for 2 seconds, if enabled) 14
Send Auxiliary message: ..........................  (press & hold for 2 seconds, if enabled) 14
Send Panic message: ...............................  (press & hold for 2 seconds, if enabled) 14
Set time and date: ...................................  [master code]  22
Silence fire alarm: .................................... [access code] 12
Silence intrusion alarm: ........................... [access code] 13
Test system ..............................................  [master code]  18
Turn door chime on/off: .............................  to toggle on or off  20
OR press    (if enabled)
Turn on bypassed zones (if Stay armed): ..  OR press   (if enabled) 8
View alarm memory: ............................... 13
View event buffer....................................  [master code], scroll to View Event Buffer 18
View troubles ..........................................   17
Away
Stay
Exit
Reset
Chime
Away 
						

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Table of Contents
Keypad Buttons & Lights  1
 Displays (LCD Keypads):  ........................................................................................................ 2
 Status Lights (All Keypads):  ................................................................................................... 2
 Number Pad  (All Keypads):  .................................................................................................. 2
 Function Buttons  (All Keypads):  ........................................................................................... 2
 Arrow Keys (LCD5500Z Keypad Only):  .................................................................................. 2
 Emergency Keys (All Keypads): .............................................................................................. 2
 Zone Lights (PC55XXZ Keypads):  .......................................................................................... 2
 Function Indicators  (LCD5501Z and PC55XXZ Keypads):  ...................................................... 2
About This Guide  3
Introduction 4
How Your System Works  ....................................................................................................... 4
IMPORTANT NOTICE ..............................................................................................................4
Fire Detection  ........................................................................................................................ 5
Testing .................................................................................................................................. 5
Remote Monitoring  ............................................................................................................... 5
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 5
Arming and Disarming Your System  6
Getting Ready to Arm Your System  ....................................................................................... 6
Arming Your System .............................................................................................................. 7
Away Arming  ........................................................................................................................ 7
Bell/Siren Sounds After Away Arming  .................................................................................... 8
Stay Arming  .......................................................................................................................... 8
Quick Arm  ............................................................................................................................. 9
“No Entry” Arming ................................................................................................................ 9
Automatic Arming  ...............................................................................................................10
Quick Exit  ............................................................................................................................ 11
Disarming Your Security System ........................................................................................... 11
Dealing With Alarms and Emergencies  12
Fire Alarms  .......................................................................................................................... 12
Intrusion (Burglary) Alarms ...................................................................................................13
Viewing Alarms in Memory .................................................................................................. 13
Calling for Help  ................................................................................................................... 14
Using Advanced Functions  15
Bypassing Zones  .................................................................................................................. 15
Recalling Bypassed Zones ..................................................................................................... 16
Bypass Groups  ..................................................................................................................... 16
Identifying Trouble Conditions  ............................................................................................. 17
Viewing the Event Buffer from an LCD5500Z Keypad  .......................................................... 18
Testing Your System  ............................................................................................................18
Allowing Computer Access to Your System  ......................................................................... 19
Turning the Door Chime On or Off  ...................................................................................... 20
Customizing Your System  21
Programming Access Codes .................................................................................................21
Setting the Time and Date  ................................................................................................... 22
Changing the LCD5500Z Display Language  ......................................................................... 22
Changing LCD5500Z Display Brightness/Contrast  ................................................................ 22
Changing Keypad Sounder Loudness  ................................................................................... 23 
						

							iiFire Safety 24
Household Fire Safety Audit .................................................................................................24
Fire Escape Planning  ............................................................................................................24
Glossary 26
System Information  28
For Service  ...........................................................................................................................28
Access Codes  ......................................................................................................................28
System Information  .............................................................................................................28
Zone Information .................................................................................................................29 
						

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Keypad Buttons & Lights
Your installer may have installed 
one of these LED keypads if you 
have 16 zones or fewer on your 
system. These keypads work the 
same as the PC5532 keypad.
PC5508Z PC5516Z
LCD5500Z Keypad
LCD5501Z Keypad
PC5532Z (LED) Keypad 
						

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 Displays (LCD Keypads):
Fixed Message Display (LCD5501Z Keypad)
Shows the status of your security system using an 
LCD-style display, along with fixed words and num-
bers. The display is described below.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD5500Z Keypad)
The LCD displays prompts and system information on 
two 16-character lines.
Press the   keys on the number pad as 
prompted by the LCD display to view alarms or trou-
bles, to arm and disarm the system and to bypass 
zones.
 Status Lights (All Keypads):
Ready Light 
If the Ready light is ON, the system is ready for arm-
ing. The system cannot be armed unless the Ready 
light is ON (see “Getting Ready to Arm Your System”
 
on page 6).
Armed Light 
If the Armed light is ON, the system has been armed 
successfully. 
Trouble Light 
A flashing Trouble Light indicates AC Trouble. If the 
Trouble light is ON, see “Identifying Trouble Condi-
tions”
 on page 17
 Number Pad  (All Keypads):
.To select a function press  . To exit a function and 
return to the Ready state, press  . 
 Function Buttons  (All Keypads):
If your installer has enabled them, you can use the 
function buttons to access the stay arm, away arm, 
door chime, sensor reset and quick exit features by 
pressing and holding a button for two seconds. Refer 
to the manual for more information on these features.
 Arrow Keys (LCD5500Z Keypad Only):
If “< >” appears, more information can be accessed 
by using the   keys. Press   to see the pre-
vious function or item of information. Press   to 
advance the display to next function or item of infor-
mation.
 Emergency Keys (All Keypads):
Press both  * keys for two seconds to send a Fire 
message. Press both  * Keys for two seconds to 
send an Auxiliary message. Press both  * Keys for 
two seconds to send a Panic message.
IMPORTANT: *(All Keypads) The Fire, Auxiliary 
and Panic keys will NOT function unless pro-
grammed by the installer. If these keys are in ser-
vice and the installer has enabled audible 
feedback, holding down the key for two seconds 
will cause the keypad sounder to beep indicating 
that the input has been accepted and sent.
 Zone Lights (PC55XXZ Keypads):
The system uses the zone lights to indicate zone 
alarms, troubles, alarms in memory, and to aid pro-
gramming.
 Function Indicators  (LCD5501Z and 
PC55XXZ Keypads):
Memory  
Upon disarming, if an alarm has occurred while the 
system was armed, the Memory indicator will turn on 
(See “Viewing Alarms in Memory”
 on page 13).
Bypass 
If the Bypass indicator is ON, one or more zones are 
bypassed (See “Bypassing Zones”
 on page 15).
Fire 
If the Fire indicator is on, a fire alarm has occurred 
(See “Fire Alarms”
 on page 12).
Program
The Program indicator will flash when you are pro-
gramming access codes, or performing other pro-
gramming functions. If someone is programming at 
another keypad, the Program indicator will turn ON to 
indicate that the system is busy.
IMPORTANT: Test system weekly and have any 
system trouble conditions corrected by your 
alarm installer. 
						

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About This Guide
This Power864 User’s Guide is for anybody using a Power864 Security System. 
Read this guide thoroughly to learn how to use your security system. Ensure that all 
users of this system are equally instructed in its use. 
Important information about fire and burglary alarms is in section 3 on 
page 12. Read this section carefully!
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for each function. Each key you need 
to press will be indicated by its symbol (e.g.  ). 
For some functions you will need to enter your access code (indicated by [access 
code]) or your master code (indicated by [master code]). You can use the master 
code for the same functions as a regular access code, but you cannot use a regular 
access code for master code functions (e.g. programming access codes).
Some functions have separate sets of instructions for the LCD5500Z, LCD5501Z, 
and PC55XXZ keypads. You can check the kind of keypad you have by referring to 
the diagrams on pages 2 and 3. If only one set of instructions is given, the proce-
dure will work at any of the keypads. 
The instructions for LCD keypads will refer to “scrolling”. To scroll, press the   
key to move to the next message, or the   key to move back a message. 
The keypads and their lights and buttons are described on pages 2 and 3. 
The 
Quick Reference Guide inside the front cover shows you the commands 
required to access each system function, and the page number each function is 
described on.
Fill out the “System Information” page with all of your zone information 
and access codes, and store this manual in a safe place for future reference. 
						

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Section 1: Introduction
Your security system can provide up to three kinds of monitoring: intrusion, fire, 
and emergency. We have designed your DSC Power864 Security System to provide 
you with both flexibility and convenience. Your installer has set up your system 
with your home or business in mind. You may not need all of the features 
described in this manual. Your installer will only turn on the features that you 
need, and should explain all the active features to you. If you have any questions 
about which features are included on your system, please ask your installer. 
How Your 
System WorksYour security system is made up of a DSC Power864 control panel, one or more 
Power864 keypads, and various sensors and detectors. 
The control panel is the “brain” of your security system. It controls and monitors 
all the keypads and sensors, and communicates with the central station (if remote 
monitoring is enabled). The control panel will be mounted out of the way, in a util-
ity closet or in a basement. The metal cabinet contains the system electronics, 
fuses and stand-by battery. There is normally no reason for anyone but the installer 
or service professional to have access to the control panel. 
You will access system functions with your keypad(s), which are described on 
pages 2 and 3 of this manual. Each keypad has a sounder and five function keys. 
The LCD5500Z keypad has a liquid crystal display (LCD) which will show system 
messages. The LCD5501Z LCD-style keypad uses fixed messages to display your 
system’s status. The LED (PC55XXZ) keypads have a group of zone and system sta-
tus lights. The keypads can send commands to the system and show the current 
system status. Your installer will mount the keypad(s) inside your premises, close to 
the entry/exit door(s).
The security system has several zones (monitored areas). Each of these zones will 
be connected to a sensor (motion detectors, glassbreak detectors, door contacts, 
etc.). If a sensor goes into alarm, the zone light for that sensor will flash 
(LCD5501Z and PC55XXZ keypads), or there will be a message shown on the 
LCD5500Z keypad.
IMPORTANT 
NOTICEA security system cannot prevent emergencies. It is only intended to alert 
you and – if included – your central station of an emergency situation. 
Security systems are generally very reliable but they may not work under 
all conditions and they are not a substitute for prudent security practices 
or life and property insurance. Your security system should be installed 
and serviced by qualified security professionals who should instruct you 
on the level of protection that has been provided and on system opera-
tions. For important warnings and cautions, please see inside the back 
cover. 
						

							Introduction: Fire Detection
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Fire DetectionThis equipment is capable of monitoring fire detection devices such as smoke 
detectors and providing a warning if a fire condition is detected. Good fire detec-
tion depends on having adequate number of detectors placed in appropriate loca-
tions. This equipment must be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 (N.F.P.A., 
Batterymarch Park, Quincey MA 02269). 
Carefully review Section 6:“Fire Safety” 
on page 24.
NOTE: Your installer must enable the fire detection portion of this equip-
ment for it to work.
Te s t i n gTo make sure your system continues to work as intended, you must test your sys-
tem weekly. Please refer to 
“Testing Your System” on page 18. If your system does 
not work correctly, call your installer for service.
Remote 
MonitoringThis system can send alarms, troubles and emergency messages over telephone 
lines to a central station. If you accidentally initiate an alarm, immediately call the 
central station to prevent an unnecessary response.
NOTE: Your installer must enable remote monitoring for it to work.
MaintenanceWith normal use, the system requires minimum maintenance. Note the following 
points:
1. Do not wash the security equipment with a wet cloth. Light dusting with a 
slightly moistened cloth should remove normal accumulations of dust.
2. Use the system test described in 
“Testing Your System” on page 18 to check the 
battery condition. We recommend, however, that the stand-by batteries be 
replaced every three years.
3. For other system devices such as smoke detectors, passive infrared, ultrasonic 
or microwave motion detectors or glassbreak detectors, consult the manufac-
turer’s literature for testing and maintenance instructions. 
						

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Section 2: Arming and Disarming Your 
System
This section describes how to perform the basic functions of your system: arming 
and disarming. Read this section carefully. 
Getting Ready 
to Arm Your 
SystemBefore you arm your system, make sure that the system is Ready. You can tell that 
the system is ready when the Ready light is ON. If this is the case, you can arm 
your system - use one of the arming methods described on pages 8 to 10.
If the Ready light is ON and the LCD5500Z keypad displays “Secure System or 
Enter Code”, you can arm your system. However, some zones on the system are 
still open. Before arming, confirm that no zones are left open unintentionally.
If your system is not ready, do the following:
On an LCD5500Z keypad:
1. If the Ready light is OFF, or if the keypad displays “Secure System Before Arm-
ing”:
 Close all doors and windows
 Stop motion in all zones with motion detectors
2. If LCD5500Z keypads show “”, use the   keys to scroll through sys-
tem messages and check that the system is clear of troubles and that no zones 
are bypassed unintentionally. See 
“Identifying Trouble Conditions” on page 17 
and/or
“Bypassing Zones” on page 15.
On a PC55XXZ or LCD5501Z keypad:
1. If the Ready light is OFF, the system is not ready to be armed:
 Close all doors and windows
 Stop motion in all zones with motion detectors
2. If the Trouble light is ON, view and correct any existing troubles. See 
“Identify-
ing Trouble Conditions” on page 17.
3. If the Bypass indicator is ON, check that no zones are bypassed unintentionally. 
See 
“Bypassing Zones” on page 15.