Your system can be put into AWAY mode by entering your security code followed by [ENTER]. To bypass a zone, add [COMMAND] followed by its number. For help on changing user codes please refer to your complete Radionics alarm manual.
All points restore immediately except smoke detectors which require a “Detector Reset”. You can bypass zones by entering annunciator reset.
Annunciator Reset
An annunciator panel is a set of lights used to indicate the status of equipment or systems in a building or facility. It typically comprises a master control panel and multiple circuits which each display a specific condition using either lights or combinations of lights. Most annunciator panels can display conditions which need attention as well as provide audible signals when an error has been identified.
Annunciator reset buttons clear alarms and return systems back to normal operation, after notifying fire authorities and addressing the source of alarms. To use, just push and release both buttons simultaneously for best results.
Annunciator Reset will work for all points that have been activated, except smoke detectors which require “Detector Reset” or on a numeric keypad “code>+Enter then Command+47”. You must first silence alarm devices to use this feature. Once complete, the panel will attempt to restore all alarm devices by progressing with its task list display until complete restoration of points occurs; during this period it is vitally important that dust or environmental changes don’t trigger another alarm condition on its panel.
Smoke Detector Reset
Smoke detectors are an integral component of fire alarm systems. By understanding how to reset it, it can help ensure the safety of your building. Resetting may be required after false alarms, maintenance work, system malfunctions or system shutdown. Regular testing of individual smoke detectors (by pressing “test”) should help ensure they’re operating effectively.
Different types of fire alarms require specific reset procedures in order to operate effectively. Conventional systems usually involve silencing any active alarms and entering your user code before pressing and holding down on the reset button for several seconds until your panel indicates its success by flashing an indicator light.
With standalone smoke detectors, first switch off their power source by either disconnecting their battery or switching off their breaker. Disconnect your unit from its mounting bracket by twisting and pulling. Visually inspect it, cleaning any dust from its sensor chamber before reconnecting your battery or switching back on your breaker before pressing its test button to make sure everything works as intended. If your alarm still sounds after 10 years of usage or according to manufacturer specifications, replacement may be necessary – for help or advice please reach out your fire safety provider immediately.
Bypassing a Zone
On occasion, it may be necessary to bypass certain zones prior to arming the system, enabling certain parts of your home or business to remain unarmed while work takes place there. Bypassing those zones provides protection while permitting work in those locations without disarming everything completely.
To bypass a zone, begin by making sure its sensors are disarmed. Next, enter your 4-digit master alarm code followed by 6 (usually labeled BYPASS on keypads) plus the number of the zone(s) you would like to bypass on your keypad keypad keypad – this should provide confirmation that all zones were bypassed successfully. Repeat this process if any additional zones need bypassing.
Bypassed zones will not trigger alarms but are still monitored by your alarm panel. Once removed, any alarms generated from that zone will be ignored – making this feature ideal for construction and maintenance projects that temporarily break sensors.
Error codes such as CHECK will appear on the keypad and prevent your system from resetting, often for various reasons. Sometimes this issue can be easily remedied by simply closing all doors and windows, while other times it requires replacement or servicing of faulty devices themselves – bypassing their zone will allow your system to continue functioning until this can happen; performing a Partial Test to temporarily bypass certain zones/services is also useful when trouble conditions cannot be easily solved or require more time than anticipated – for more information please consult either your system manual/help center.
Change User Codes
There are various methods available for changing user codes on this system, but the fastest and simplest solution is using your installer code or reaching out to the company that installed your alarm and see if they can reprogram it for you. If they can, expect a service call fee as they will likely reprogram your alarm directly; but otherwise this option should work just fine!
To accomplish this task, you will require knowledge of your installer code – usually found written on the front of an alarm panel or sticker in your yard – as well as making sure that your system is disarmed before changing any user codes.
Once in this menu, select the user code you would like to modify and click ‘Change User Code. This will bring up a code editor screen where you can either alter its text or remove it altogether.
Whenever you edit a code, the app will prompt you to verify that the security system has been disarmed before allowing you to select which devices and features the code will have access to; additionally, you can set a schedule so it only works during certain hours of the day.
Trouble Conditions
No matter the type of system you have, various trouble conditions may arise. Some of the more prevalent ones include “Low Battery”, “Zone Fault” and “Communication Fault”, for which your fire alarm panel will display on screen or keypad as well as beeping or beep in order to notify of its presence and explain why something has gone amiss; so that once resolved you can get back to regular operation and resume normal functionality.
“Low Battery” indicates that the backup battery in a fire alarm panel has become low and must be quickly replaced in order to ensure optimal functionality or to ward off potential fire hazards.
“Zone Fault” trouble codes typically indicate that one or more sensors within your system is malfunctioning incorrectly. Check to make sure each sensor is plugged in securely, with no obstructions preventing communication with the fire alarm panel, before calling Technical Support to try and resolve this issue. If it still persists, contact technical support for assistance.
Communication Fault” is another common trouble condition, usually signaled by sensors and detectors failing to communicate with one another or with the fire alarm panel, possibly due to wires becoming disconnected or shorted out, being loose, etc. As soon as this problem arises it should be immediately addressed as this could prevent your system from communicating with its sensors and fail to detect a fire.
Modern fire alarm panels rely on DACT (Digital Alarm Communicator Transmitters) as a mediator between older outputs from their panel and modern LAN/Ethernet communication protocol. Any DACT malfunction could compromise this essential communication link, so it’s critical that your fire alarm panel stays up-to-date with its firmware.
