® ALERTMASTER® AM-RX2 REMOTE RECEIVER Users’ Guide AM100 M08298 ∆ A 4/03 E N G L I S H
Important Safety Contents Instructions Important safety Instructions ........................................1 Installation .................................................................8 Operations...............................................................10 Channel Setting ........................................................12 Regulatory Compliance .............................................15 UK Statutory Information ...........................................23 In Case of Difficulty........
Important Safety Instructions When using your Alertmaster AM-Rx2, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and persons including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Do not use this product near a bathtub, wash basin, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or anywhere else there is water. 4.
Important Safety Instructions falls. 8. Do not cover the slots and openings on this product. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 9. Operate this product using the electrical voltage as stated on the base unit or the owner’s manual. If you are not sure of the voltage in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 2 10.
Important Safety Instructions any kind on the product. 13. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not take this product apart. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used. 14. Unplug this product from the wall outlets and refer servicing to the manufacturer under the following conditions: A. When the power supply cord or plug is frayed or damaged. B.
Important Safety Instructions extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 15. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 16. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 4 17.
Important Safety Instructions ADDITIONAL SAFETY NOTES FOR CANADIAN USERS The following items are included as part of the CS-03 Requirements. The standard connecting arrangement for the equipment is CA11A. This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. NOTICE: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements.
Important Safety Instructions The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user disconnect the equipment.
E N G L I S H Important Safety Instructions telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalent Number of all the devices not exceed five.
Installation The Alertmaster AM-RX2 Remote Receiver is designed to work only with the Alertmaster AM-6000 and AM-100. The Alertmaster AM-6000 and AM-100 Notification Systems are designed to work with as many Alertmaster AM-RX2 Remote Receivers as desired, placed up to 80 feet away from the base unit. Do not put any of the Alertmaster components on or next to metal surfaces, computers, televisions, microwaves, or other areas with electronic 8 equipment that can cause interference to the wireless system.
Installation Turn lamp on before plugging into the unit Turn lamp on before plugging into the unit 2 -RX r AM aste rtm Ale ® ® ster tma Aler RX2 AM- OL L TRO CON L AMPCON TRO MP RESET/L T/LA RESE er pow NE PHO ND SOU DOOR RM ALA CK CLO SOR SEN off on 2 -RX AM Fig.1A Installation and Set-up for US and Canada Models Wall outlet CONTR LAMPPCONTROL AM RESET/ ET/L RES er pow E PHON D SOUN DOOR RM ALA CK CLO SOR SEN off on 2 -RX AM Fig.
Operations The console has six indicator lights for each of the alerting functions of the Alertmaster Notification System. Some functions require optional accessories to be purchased. Anytime the Alertmaster Remote Receiver is activated by any function(s), it will reset automatically after 24 seconds, or you can use the reset button on the console. Use the lamp button to turn lamp on or off. See Fig. 2.
E N G L I S H Operations Unit on/off switch Lamp connection Antenna ® r aste rtm Ale Lamp on/off control and reset 2 -RX AM TROL P CON OL ET/LLAAMMP CONTR RESSE T/ RE pow er O NE PH ND SOU R DOO RM ALA CK CLO SOR SEN off on 2 -RX AM Function indicators Fig.
Channel Setting The Alertmaster System uses radio signals to communicate between the console unit and all its accessories. For the accessories (Door Announcer, Baby Sound Monitor, and Audio Alarm Transmitter) to “talk” to the base unit, they all have to be on the same “channel”. A DIP Switch is used for channel selection. Your system and all the accessories have been preset in the factory to a standard channel. Under normal operating conditions, there is no 12 adjustment necessary.
Channel Setting setting on all components. 1. Unplug, and locate DIP switches on the underside of the AM-RX2. 2. Unplug and locate DIP switches on the under side of the AM-6000 console. 3. Use a pen to change the DIP switch position on both units. For example, change the position of switch #4 on both units. All settings need to be identical for the system to work. See Fig. 3. 4.
Important Safety Channel Setting Instructions O F F Use a pen to set DIP switches to match exactly ALERTMASTER base unit Switches 5-8 are non-operational. Don’t need to change. Wireless Remote Receiver (AM-RX2) Fig.
Regulatory Compliance Part 68 of FCC Rules Information This AM-100 Notification System complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
Regulatory Compliance number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.
E N G L I S H Regulatory Compliance service. If trouble is experienced with this telephone equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Walker / Ameriphone, 1-800-8743005. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. This telephone equipment is not intended to be repaired and it contains no repairable parts.
Regulatory Compliance This telephone equipment is hearing aid compatible. Customer-Owned Coin/Credit Card Phones: To comply with state tariffs, the telephone company must be given notification prior to connection. In some states, the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission must give prior approval of connection. cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Regulatory Compliance instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation; if this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: 1.Where it can be done safely, reorient the receiving television or radio antenna. 2.
Regulatory Compliance This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
Regulatory Compliance equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
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E N G L I S H UK Statutory Information The three pin 240 Vac connector socket is for the connection to a domestic 240v mains lamp only. It may not be used for any other purpose. The maximum rating for this is 300W.
Important In Case of Safety Difficulty Instructions If any problem should occur during operation of your Alertmaster AM-RX2 Remote Receiver, review the “Symptom and Remedy” list below. Refer to the “In Case of Difficulty” chapter in your Alertmaster AM-6000 Operating Instructions for other difficulties not listed here. Make sure no part of the Alertmaster Notification System is on or near metal surfaces or electronic equipment.
Warranty AMERIPHONE will repair or replace your Alertmaster AM-RX2 Remote Receiver for one year from date of purchase if the unit is defective in workmanship or material. Proof of purchase is required. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL AMERIPHONE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. You may also have other warranty rights which vary from state to state.
