Alarm com orporated 143460L The device communicates with the host and allows user to do home security and automation. User Manual
Alarm.com Incorporated The device communicates with the host and allows user to do home security and automation.
User Manual
Rhein Tech Laboratories, Inc. Client: Alarm.com
360 Herndon Parkway Model: ADC-460L
Suite 1400 Standards: FCC 15.249
Herndon, VA 20170 IDs: YL6-143460L
http://www.rheintech.com Report #: 2015234
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Appendix L: Manual
Please refer to the following pages.
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Alarm.com LTE Module
Reference Manual
Introduction
The Alarm.com LTE Module enables wireless reporting of all alarms and
other system events from the Alarm.com System Enhancement Module
control panel using the LTE wireless (cellular) network. The module can be
used as the primary communication path for all alarm signaling, or as a
backup to a telephone line connection to the central monitoring station. The
wireless alarm signaling and routing service is operated by Alarm.com. The
LTE Module also features integrated support for Alarm.com’s emPower™
solution with built-in Z-Wave capabilities and for Alarm.com’s Image Sensor
when the Image Sensor daughter board is added (if available).
Contact Information
For additional information and support on Alarm.com products and services,
please visit www.alarm.com/dealer or contact Alarm.com technical support
at 1-866-834-0470.
Compatibility
The LTE module is compatible with the Alarm.com System Enhancement
Module.
Power Up
Reconnect panel battery and AC power. When an LTE Module is connected
to a powered control panel, the LEDs at the bottom of the module will
become active (see Table 1 on page 4). It may take a few moments after
power up for the LEDs to become active. If the LEDs do not light up at all,
ensure that the module has been fully inserted into the connector beneath it
then perform a full power cycle by following these steps:
1) Disconnect the battery leads and unplug the panel power transformer
from AC power.
2) Verify that the module is inserted securely and that the antenna is
snapped-in completely.
3) Connect battery leads to the battery. Make sure to observe polarity and
to keep the wires outside of the tab holding them in place.
4) Plug the panel power transformer into the AC outlet.
Troubleshooting LEDs
Status LEDs indicate network and module status. Figure 1 below shows the
location of the status LEDs on the LTE module.
Figure 1: Status LEDs
*Table 1 describes the LED functions.
Table 1: LED Functions
LED
Function
L1
Error LED. Flashes 1 to 8 times in an 8-second interval to indicate
specific error. See Table 2 for errors and common fixes.
L2
Panel Communication and Z-Wave status messages. Flashes every
time the module communicates with the panel and flashes in
patterns to indicate Z-Wave status.
L3
LTE Communication. Flashes every time the LTE signal level is
checked and when packets are exchanged with Alarm.com.
L4
LTE Signal Level. Flashes 0 to 5 times to indicate signal strength, or
toggles on/off slowly when communicating with Alarm.com servers.
L5
Z-Wave Error LED. See Table 3 for error descriptions.
LED Details
LED L1 (red)
L1 flashes when there is an error. The number of flashes indicates the error
number. If there are two or more errors at the same time, the errors will
flash one after the other. The LED will stay off for at least four seconds
between errors.
Table 2: Errors flashed on L1 (red)
Number of
flashes
Error and solution
1
Module cannot communicate with the panel. Perform a power
cycle on the panel. If the error persists lift the module out of
the panel and re-insert it. If the error is still observed try a
different module. Finally, if that does not fix the problem try a
different panel.
2 then 4
The module provisioning process could not be completed.
2 then 5
The module provisioning process could not be completed
because the module is currently roaming on the carrier’s
network.
3
The module is trying to register on the LTE network. If it
persists for more than a few minutes, the module is having
problems registering. Check L4 for signal level. If signal level is
lower than 2 “bars”, change the panel’s location or use a
remote antenna option.
4
The module is registered on the LTE network but cannot
connect with Alarm.com. Contact Alarm.com Technical
Support.
5
Radio portion of the module is not working correctly. If this
persists for more than a few minutes the module may need to
be replaced. This error is extremely rare so verify that the
module is flashing 5 times.
6
This is an error only if it persists for more than a minute.
Otherwise, it’s just an indication that the module is fixing an
unusual condition regarding communication with the LTE
network.
7
The module is not compatible with this panel type. Please
insert a compatible module.
8
If it persists, the account may have been set up incorrectly.
Contact Alarm.com Technical Support. You will be asked to
check the serial number of the module.
LED L2 (yellow)
L2 flashes with every communication between the module and the panel.
Normal pattern calls for a series of quick flashes every two seconds in Idle
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Mode or four seconds in PowerSave Mode. It also occasionally flashes in
patterns to indicate Z-Wave status. See the table below for a description of
various possibilities.
Table 3: Z-wave LED status indicators
LED 2
LED 5
Device status or error
Description
4-blink
Add Mode (lasts 120
seconds or until a device
is added)
In this mode you can add a
device to the local Z-Wave
network. Devices cannot be
added to a network if they
are already a part of a
network
2-blink
Delete Mode (lasts 120
seconds or until a device
is deleted)
In this mode you can delete a
device from a Z-Wave
network. A device can only
be in one network at a time,
and must receive a “delete”
command before it can be
learned into a new network
Solid
Successful add
node/remove
node/replication (lasts
60 seconds)
After receiving this signal
leave all devices by the LTE
module for 1 minute. Locks
must be left next to the
module for 4 minutes
Solid
with
one
blink
Add node attempt failed
because node already in
network (lasts 60
seconds)
Device you attempted to add
to a network is already in a
network, and must be
“deleted” before it can join a
new network
2-blink
No other nodes are in
the network (lasts until a
device is added to the
network)
No devices have been added
that can be controlled by the
LTE module yet. See above
for instructions on how to
add devices
5-blink
Learn mode error (lasts
60 seconds)
The device was not
successfully added to the Z-
Wave network.
6-blink
No Home ID present
(lasts until the module
connects to Alarm.com
and is configured)
When the LTE module first
connects to Alarm.com it is
configured with a necessary
unique network ID
LED L3 (yellow)
L3 flashes with every communication between the module and its radio unit
in Idle Mode, and with every communication with Alarm.com in Connected
Mode. In PowerSave Mode, this LED flashes in unison with LED 2.
LED L4 (green)
L4 indicates the LTE signal level as a number of flashes (0 to 5 bars). The
number of bars may not correspond to the bars shown on your cell phone. A
level of 5 bars is obtained only in the strongest signal conditions.
Signal level is updated every ten seconds if it fluctuates, or every 30 seconds
if it is fairly stable.
If L4 is not flashing it indicates one of the following states:
• The module is in PowerSave Mode
• The module just powered up
• There is no LTE coverage in the area. Alarm.com recommends a steady
signal level of 2 or higher for proper operation of the module.
In Connected Mode, the LED toggles on and off.
LED L5 (yellow)
L5 indicates Z-Wave errors. See Table 2 above for more details.
Various Module States (modes)
There are three module states, or modes, as described below:
Idle Mode. AC power is OK and the module is not currently talking to
Alarm.com.
L1 - Flashes errors, if any.
L2 - Communication with panel.
L3 - Communication with radio unit.
L4 - Signal level (0 to 5 bars).
L5 – Flashes errors, if any
PowerSave Mode. The module just powered up, AC power is down, or AC
power was recently restored and the battery is recharging. The module is
fully functional and will go into Connected Mode as soon as a signal needs to
be sent. Press and hold the 5 Key for 10 seconds to switch the module into
Idle Mode and update the signal level reading. The system will go into Idle
Mode every 2 hours to check for any incoming messages.
L1 - Inactive.
L2 - Communication with panel.
L3 - Same flashing pattern as L2.
L4 - Inactive.
L5 - Inactive
Connected Mode. The module is currently talking to Alarm.com. The
module stays in Connected Mode for at least four minutes after reporting
an event to Alarm.com, unless the 5 Key is pressed and held for 10 seconds,
which will cause the module to go back to Idle Mode.
L1 - Flashes errors, if any.
L2 - Communication with panel.
L3 - Communication with Alarm.com.
L4 - Alternates two seconds on, then two seconds off.
L5 - Inactive
Sleep Mode. The panel is not connected to AC power, or there is an AC
power failure, and the battery level is low. The module will connect to
Alarm.com to send a signal, but will otherwise draw almost no power.
Note: If the LTE module is powered down for a short period of time, buffered
messages from Alarm.com may be received when module power is restored.
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Specifications
Compatible
Alarm.com System Enhancement Module
Power requirements
5V DC nominal
Standby current
30mA (10mA in PowerSave Mode)
Peak current
1.7 A
Operating temperature
32 to 120°F (0 to 49°C)
Storage temperature
-30 to 140°F (-34 to 60°C)
Max. relative humidity
90% non-condensing
Cellular network
LTE Category 1
Dimensions
(H x W) 4 1/16 x 1 7/8 in.
Regulatory Information
Listings
FCC ID: YL6-143460L
This device contains
FCC ID: 2AAGMVZ120Q
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Alarm.com can
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the 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, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different form
that which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters
between the radiator and your body.