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Alarm.com Incorporated Motion Sensor which Generates images of the Motion
User Manual
Rhein Tech Laboratories, Inc. Client: Alarm.com
360 Herndon Parkway Model: ADC-IS-221-LP
Suite 1400 Standards: FCC 15.247/IC RSS-210
Herndon, VA 20170 ID’s: YL6-143IS221/9111A-143IS221
http://www.rheintech.com Report #: 2015133
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Appendix K: Manual
Please refer to the following pages.
Interlogix part number: 600-9400-IMAG
Alarm.com part number: ADC-IS-221-LP
Alarm.com Image Sensor Installation Guide
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PRODUCT SUMMARY
The Image Sensor is a pet immune PIR (passive infrared) motion detector with a built-in
camera. The sensor is designed to capture images during alarm or non-alarm events
when motion is detected. Users can also initiate image capture on-demand to
Peek-In on their property. Images are stored locally and uploaded either automatically
when motion is captured during alarm events or manually when requested by the user.
Once uploaded, images are available for viewing on the Alarm.com Website or an
Alarm.com Smart phone app. The sensor is battery powered, all wireless and simple to
install and operate. Both an Alarm.com module and a subscription to an Alarm.com
service plan are required.
Highlighted Features
• Battery operated
• Communicates wirelessly to the security control panel
• 35 feet by 40 feet detection coverage area
• Configurable PIR sensitivity and pet immunity settings
• Image: QVGA 320x240 pixels
• Color Images (except in night vision)
• Night vision image capture with infrared flash (black & white)
• Tamper detection, walk test mode, supervision
Service Plan Options
Image capture features require either an Alarm.com Basic or Advanced Interactive Service
Plan and one of the following Image Sensor add-ons:
• Image Sensor Alarms- Includes upload of images from alarm events only.
• Image Sensor Plus- Includes upload of images from alarm events and non-alarm
events. Users can configure Daily View schedules to receive images automatically each
day or Peek-In to initiate an on-demand image capture immediately, or when the next
motion occurs. Users can also request images that are captured automatically while the
system is Armed Away or following a Disarm from an Armed Away state. Up to 40
captured events can be uploaded per month. Additional image uploads may be added
in increments of 20 at an additional charge. The first five Alarm event images will be
uploaded even if the monthly image quota has been achieved.
HARDWARE COMPATIBILITY
• Security Control Panel: Interlogix Simon XT v1.3 or higher or XTi v 1.0 or higher
• Alarm.com Module: Simon XT Module with firmware 146 or higher (XTi requires
module with firmware 151 or higher)
• Required Daughterboard: Image Sensor daughterboard (attached to compatible
Alarm.com module)
• Available Zones: One zone per Image Sensor installed. On the Simon XT only, one
additional zone is required for the required daughterboard. Up to three Image Sensors
may be added per system. (Note: The Alarm.com GSM Module V4 is required to use
both Image Sensor and emPower™.)
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Create Alarm.com Customer Account- Select service plan (including Image Sensor
add-on) and register the Alarm.com module serial number on the Alarm.com Dealer
Website (www.alarm.com/dealer).
2. Install Image Sensor Daughterboard- Locate the connector on the back of the
daughterboard. Remove the green backing from the daughterboard mounting adhesive.
While the module is powered down, align the daughterboard and module connector.
Press to secure. (NOTE: Verify module compatibility before attaching. Once attached,
daughterboard is difficult to remove and removing may damage hardware.)
3. Install Alarm.com Module Inside Control Panel
4. FOR SIMON XT ONLY, Connect Daughterboard Alarm Wire - On the XTi panel, the
blue alarm hardwire is not required and should not be connected. For XTi panels, skip
to step 5. When using the Simon XT panel, you must connect the included blue wire
from the “HW” hardwire output located on the daughterboard (use “HW” not “C”) to the
“HW2 IN” (terminal 3) slot on the Simon XT panel to enable local alarm activations.
Once an Image Sensor has been enrolled into the panel, a hardwire zone will
automatically be programmed as “Sensor 39: ISHW.” To ensure alarms are tripped
properly on Image Sensors according to their enrolled group, the hardwire sensor group
is automatically configured. Do NOT alter the sensor group of Sensor 39 ISHW.
(Note: On the Simon XT, the panel screen will display “Sensor 39: ISHW Alarm”
regardless of which Image Sensor tripped the alarm. The Alarm.com Website &
notifications, and the central station report will indicate the specific Image Sensor that
tripped the alarm.)
5. Route Daughterboard Antenna - It is important to be sure that daughterboard antenna
is pulled away from the Alarm.com module. Follow the panel-specific antenna routing
guidelines to optimize sensor range.
Simon XT - The antenna should be pulled down off the Alarm.com module and routed
in a “J” shape to the left towards the corner of the panel (when looking at the panel from
behind.
Simon XTi - Bend the antenna at a 90° angle ¼ of an inch from the edge of the
daughterboard. The daughterboard antenna should rest inside the panel’s plastic
casing parallel to the panel.
6. Register Module and Test - Power up the panel and initiate a comm-test to ensure the
Alarm.com module is properly installed and communicating with the Alarm.com NOC.
7. Enroll Sensor in Panel -
Simon XT - To enroll the sensor on a Simon XT, follow these steps at the control panel:
a. Begin with the batteries removed from the sensor.
b. On the panel, scroll until the screen displays “System Programming,” and press OK.
c. Enter the installer code (default 4-3-2-1), and press OK.
d. Scroll up to “Interactive Services,” press OK.
e. Scroll down to “Image Sensor Setup,” press OK.
f. Scroll to “Image Sensor Learn Mode,” press OK. The screen should display “Power
up or reset I.S. now.”
g. Insert the batteries into the sensor. Wait (approximately 20 seconds) for the control
panel screen to display: “I.S. [x] Added as Sensor [y].” The LED on the sensor will
turn solid for ~5 seconds once the sensor has enrolled.
h. Perform another panel comm-test to be sure that Alarm.com receives the updated
device equipment list. This will speed up the sensor initialization process.
The sensor is now learned into the panel. Sensors are enrolled in group 17 by default.
To change the sensor group, use the Sensors menu in System Programming. Image
Sensors may be enrolled in groups 15, 17, 20, or 25. (No chime issued for group 25.)
On the Simon XT a mix of sensor groups 15/17 and 20 are not supported. If Image
Sensors are in group 15 or 17, they cannot also be in group 20, and vice versa. After
enrollment, be sure to keep the sensor and panel powered so the sensor can complete
an initialization process with the Alarm.com Network Operations Center. This process
will take several minutes. Images cannot be captured until initialization is complete.
Silver shield with
Alarm.com logo
White label
with info
Insert blue alarm hardware into
HW and push to secure
Top of Image Sensor
Daughterboard
Bottom of Simon XT Panel
Blue Alarm Hardwire
from Daughterboard
Connect to “HW 2IN”
(Terminal 3)
Daughterboard
Antenna
Module
DB
Bottom of Simon XTi Panel
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Simon XTi - To enroll the sensor on a Simon XTi, follow these steps at the control panel:
a. Begin with the batteries removed from the sensor.
b. On the panel, scroll until the screen shows “Programming” and press “Enter”.
c. Enter the installer code (default 4-3-2-1), and press OK.
d. Press “Interactive Services”.
e. Press “Image Sensor”.
f. Press “Add”. The screen will display “Reset or power-up sensor to enroll…”
g. Insert the batteries into the sensor. Wait (approximately 20 seconds) for the control
panel screen to display: “IS[x] successfully added as sensor [y]” The LED on the sensor
will turn solid for ~5 seconds once the sensor has enrolled.
h. Perform another panel comm-test to be sure that Alarm.com receives the updated
device equipment list. This will speed up the sensor initialization process.
The sensor is now learned into the panel. Sensors are enrolled in group 17 by default. To
change the sensor group, use the Sensors menu in Programming. Image Sensors may be
enrolled in groups 15, 17, 20, or 25. (No chime issued for group 25.) After enrollment, be
sure to keep the sensor and panel powered so the sensor can complete an initialization
process with the Alarm.com Network Operations Center. This process will take several
minutes. Images cannot be captured until initialization is complete.
8. Choose Sensor Location and Mount
a. Determine sensor mounting location based on installation scenario and criteria
noted in the “Installation Guidelines.” For best image capture, the target capture
areas should be centered in the frame. (e.g. If customer wants to capture people
coming through door, the doorway should be centered in camera/PIR view.)
b. Verify RF communication prior to mounting-To verify RF signal strength, tamper
sensor and place near mounting location. Activate PIR for 2 minutes. On a Simon
XT, check signal strength report at panel under “System Programming”
“Interactive Services” “Image Sensor Setup” “Image Sensor Settings”
“Image Sensor #[X]” [signal information]. On the XTi, check signal strength under
“Programming” ” Interactive Services” “Image Sensor” “Image Sensor
Status” “[X][Sensor Name]” Signal Strength.
The sensor performs best when the signal strength is above 40%. The signal
strength must be greater than 30% for sensor to function properly. Signal
strength can fluctuate depending on environmental conditions and interference, so
be sure that the signal is consistently in range.
c. Determine desired mounting angle for customer scenario; attach mounting arm to
sensor-back and re-attach sensor to sensor-back. The mounting arm attaches to the
back of the sensor enabling the sensor angle to vary based on the application. To
obtain the full 35’ x 40’ coverage area, the sensor should be mount the sensor at a
6˚ downward angle. This corresponds to a “teeth up” orientation of the mounting
arm. For most smaller areas in residential installations, mount the arm with the “teeth
down” for a deeper angle (18˚). Secure the back of the sensor to the mounting arm
with the provided screw. If the camera will be mounted perpendicular to the wall,
mount the sensor without the mounting arm/bracket directly on the wall, at a 12°
angle.
Mounting Arm Orientation Attach Mounting Arm to Sensor-Back Attach Sensor to
(Top: Teeth Up, Bottom: Teeth Down) Sensor-Back
d. Choose applicable mounting bracket for customer scenario. The sensor
hardware packet contains two mounting brackets for different mounting scenarios.
Use the provided large screws and anchors to attach the bracket to the wall.
Flat Wall Mount Corner Wall Mount
Mark location of bracket holes on mounting surface at a height of 8 feet for maximum
coverage area. (Leave at least 3 inches of clearance above the sensor to allow for
battery replacement without uninstalling the mounting bracket.)
e. Place sensor with arm on mounting bracket. Adjust the horizontal positioning of
the sensor to point towards the desired coverage area. To adjust positioning, lift the
mounting arm at least 1/3 of the way off the bracket and rotate the arm.
f. Secure the mounting arm location by sliding lock pin into the hole. Use the washer
and remaining small screw to secure the lock pin by screwing upwards through the
bottom of the hole in the mounting bracket. (Note: To make it easier to adjust
PIR/camera field of view in step 10, complete this step after horizontal sensor
positioning is finalized.)
9. Complete PIR Testing & Verify RF Coverage
Verify that PIR coverage adequately covers area by performing a walk test. (See “Pro-
gramming” section for more details.) Verify that the sensor signal strength is strong
while mounted. The signal strength must be above 30% for the sensor to function
properly.
10. Test Image Capture
To conserve the customer’s monthly image upload quota, automatic alarm uploads are
disabled for the first four hours after any new sensor (Image Sensor or other) is installed
into the system. Installers can verify sensor positioning and test image captures on
installed sensors via a dedicated installer test mobile site, without having to access the
customer’s account or deducting from the customer’s monthly upload quota. If possible,
installers should also test night vision captures to ensure sensor infrared flash will not
be reflecting off surfaces and washing out images. While on-site, visit:
www.alarm.com/imagesetup
In order to request images from the sensors, confirm the module serial number and
enter a one-time use test authorization code. On the Simon XT, request a test
authorization code at the control panel through “System Programming” “Interactive
Services” “Test Auth Code.” Hit “OK” to retrieve a code. On the XTi, request a code
through “Programming” “Interactive Services” “Advanced” “Auth Code”. The
panel will beep and display the code once it has been retrieved. The images requested
via the test site can be viewed from the test site and will also be displayed in the
customer’s Image Gallery on the Customer Website.
On the Simon XTi panel, test images can also be requested and viewed directly on the
panel. To request test images, go to “Programming” “Interactive Services” “Image
Sensor” “Test” press “Peek-In” next to the Image Sensor to test. An image will be
requested from the sensor and sent to the control panel for viewing and will also be
displayed in the customer’s Image Gallery on the Customer Website. On the Simon XTi
panel, any image captured by the images sensors may be manually requested and
displayed at the control panel via the ‘Image List’ menu under ‘Interactive Services’
‘Image Sensor’. Installers can use this menu to request alarm image captures or any
other captures that occurred during the install. Images requested from this menu are
displayed at the control panel only and are not shown in the customer’s online Image
Gallery or counted against the customer’s monthly upload quota unless the customer
also requests that these images be uploaded to Alarm.com.
(Note: If the installer needs to continue testing beyond the 4 hour window, disable alarm
auto-uploads first from the Alarm.com Dealer Website or the image uploads will be
deducted from the customer’s monthly quota.)
PIR Lens and Camera Coverage Diagrams
Figure 1.Side View: PIR Lens Coverage
Screw
s
Washer & Screw
Back Pin
8 ft.
(2.4m)
5.9
ft.
(1.6 m)
16.5
ft.
(4.7 m)
40
ft.
(12 m)
Camera
Angle
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Figure 2.Top View: PIR Lens Coverage
As indicated in Figure 2, the camera coverage area is narrower than the PIR coverage
area. When installing, mount sensor where subjects are likely to be centered in or across
PIR and camera field of view.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Before permanently mounting the Image Sensor, evaluate potential locations and consider
the following factors to ensure optimal performance and false alarm protection:
Range- Is the location close enough to the security panel to ensure adequate signal
strength?
False Alarm Immunity- Is installation location false alarm prone? Reduce the risk of
motion-triggered false alarms by making sure the location is free of vibration and the
device does not face a local heat source, window, or areas with high pet activity. (Also,
make sure area is free of elevated surfaces where pets may climb.)
Capture Orientation- Is the location ideally suited for detecting motion and capturing
images when there is an intruder or activity? Consider where the subject is likely to enter
the area and whether or not they will be facing the sensor.
Lighting Conditions- How good is the artificial and natural light? Will daytime and
nighttime lighting conditions ensure adequate image quality?
• If possible, locate sensor within 100 ft of the panel especially if there are many walls
between the sensor & panel, or if the panel and sensor are located on different floors.
While the transmitter may have an open air range of 400 ft, installation site conditions
can reduce range considerably.
• Avoid facing the sensor toward or close to areas that may affect communication such
as metallic objects or electronics likely to produce interference. Verify sensor RF
communication at panel, even if within recommended distance.
• For optimal detection capabilities, mount the sensor where someone will most likely
walk across the sensor coverage area as opposed to directly towards the sensor.
• By default, the Image Sensor is set to “Normal” sensitivity. A more sensitive motion
profile (“High”) and a less sensitive profile providing pet immunity for pets up to 40 lbs
(“Low”) can be selected at the control panel or through the Alarm.com Dealer Website.
• The Image Sensor is designed for indoor use only and should not be installed outdoors.
For proper operation in pet immune applications, the room should be kept between 60°
and 110° F.
• To maximize night vision image quality, do not orient sensor towards surfaces that will
create glare when infrared flash occurs. Avoid orienting the sensor such that the ceiling
or adjacent walls are in the camera field of view.
• The sensor must be mounted on a flat wall surface (do not set on shelf) free of
vibrations.
PROGRAMMING
The Image Sensor is enrolled into the control panel via the Interactive Services menu,
which is visible when the Alarm.com Image Sensor compatible module and daughterboard
are used. Additional programming options available for configuring and testing include:
A. PIR Sensitivity Settings
By default, the Image Sensor is configured with a standard motion sensitivity profile
(“Normal”). The sensor can also be set to a more sensitive motion profile (“High”) and a
less sensitive profile with pet immunity for pets up to 40 lbs (“Low”). The sensitivity can be
configured through the control panel or Alarm.com Dealer Website.
On the XT panel, enter the “Image Sensor Settings” menu under “Image Sensor Setup”
and scroll to the sensor to configure, press “OK.” Scroll to “PIR Sensitivity,” press “OK.”
The panel will display the current motion profile. Press “OK” and scroll to the new motion
profile and press “OK” to select. Then press “Status” to exit out of the menu and save the
change.
On the XTi panel, enter the “Status” menu under “Image Sensor” and press the “Set”
button for the Image Sensor to configure. Select the new profile and press “Set”.
(Note: Using the high sensitivity profile increases the risk of false alarms, especially if the
sensor is facing windows or sources of heat. When mounting the sensor near windows or
heat sources use caution and select the “Low” PIR sensitivity setting.)
B. PIR Activation and Test Mode
During normal operation, the PIR can be activated at most once every three minutes while
the system is disarmed. There is a 30-second delay after powering before PIR detection is
active. For the first 3 minutes after a sensor is enrolled in a network, the sensor will enter
PIR test mode and the sensor LED will illuminate for 3 seconds upon each motion
activation (at most every 8 seconds). For additional testing time, put the sensor into test
mode via the control panel or by tampering the sensor.
On the XT panel, scroll to “Image Sensor Settings” in the “Image Sensor Setup” menu.
Enter “Image Sensor Settings” and scroll to the sensor to test, press “OK.” Scroll to
“Image Sensor [y] Test PIR,” press OK. The screen will display “I.S. [y] in test for next 3
min” to indicate the test mode command has been sent.
On the XTi panel, enter the “Test” menu under “Image Sensor” and press “PIR”. The
screen will display a confirmation to indicate the test mode command has been sent.
(Note: It may take up to 30 seconds for test mode to take effect after requesting “Test PIR”
at the panel.)
C. Tamper and Malfunction Reports
By default, trouble conditions (malfunction, tamper & low battery) are displayed on the
panel LCD. Sensor low battery messages are displayed between 7am and 10pm only.
Enable or disable trouble condition messages on the control panel LCD via the Alarm.com
Dealer Website. Trouble conditions are always reported to the Alarm.com Customer
Website and customers will receive tamper/low battery/malfunction notifications if they are
subscribed, regardless of the panel setting.
A built-in accelerometer detects movement or re-positioning of the Image Sensor and will
initiate a tamper whenever a change in sensor orientation is detected. This occurs even if
the sensor back plate remains in place. The tamper automatically clears after the sensor is
returned to the upright position and no movement has been detected for 5 minutes. A
tamper can also be cleared by resetting the sensor.
D. Sensor LED
By default, the image sensor LED does not illuminate when activated by motion unless the
sensor is in test mode. The LED can be enabled via the Alarm.com Dealer Website for
each Image Sensor on a customer’s account. When enabled, the LED illuminates for 3
seconds upon motion activations (at most every 3 minutes while disarmed).
E. Image Capture Settings
Capture settings are configured automatically for each sensor based upon the customer’s
Image Sensor service plan so it is important to subscribe the customer to a service plan
before enrolling the sensor.
Alarms & Image Sensor Plus Plan:
• Captures motion-activated images while the system is Armed Away to catch potential
intruders before the alarm sounds. Continues to capture images until the system is
Disarmed. On the Alarms Plan, these images are not sent or available to the customer
unless there is an alarm event. On the Plus Plan, the customer has an option of
requesting any images captured, even if an alarm is not triggered.
• Captures motion-activated images on an instant alarm (panic, etc.) or an alarm from
Armed Stay after an initialization period (up to a 30 second delay).
• Automatically transmits up to 5 motion-activated image events (with 2 images/event) to
Alarm.com and sends images to recipients as selected by the customer. Images are
automatically selected for transmission, which begins when the panel issues an alarm
locally (pending alarm) and ends when the panel is Disarmed, or after 5 minutes
(whichever comes first).
Plus Plan Only:
• Captures the first motion event after the panel is Disarmed from Armed-Away.
• Customers have the ability to request non-alarm images (such as entry delay or
post-disarm) to be uploaded and sent to them (up to their monthly upload quota).
• Customers can request property Peek-In images to be taken and sent to them right
away or on the next motion activity (up to their monthly upload quota).
• Customers can configure Daily View rules that automatically capture and upload the
first motion event during a specific time period each day.
SENSOR RESET BUTTON
Insert a paperclip into the hole on the front of the sensor to access the reset button. Press
and hold for 3 seconds to power cycle the sensor. Press and hold a full 10 seconds until
the sensor LED flashes rapidly to reset the sensor and clear it from its network. The
sensor must be reset prior to enrolling in a new network.
(Note: The sensor can only be cleared from its network using the reset button if it is
currently not communicating with its network. If the sensor is still communicating with its
network, clear sensor by deleting it from the system it is enrolled in.)
Figure 3.Sensor Reset Button
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When a sensor‘s batteries are low, the panel will display a low battery alert for the sensor
(unless this trouble condition has been disabled for the panel display). Notifications are
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50
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90
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Insert Paperclip to access reset button
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also issued via the Alarm.com platform if the customer has subscribed to this notification
type.
(Note: Low battery messages are only active at the panel between 7:00am and 10:00pm.)
To replace the sensor batteries, slide the front of the sensor up off the sensor-back. (No
need to remove or un-mount entire sensor-back and mounting arm.) To maximize battery
life, replace the sensor batteries with 2 AA 1.5v Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.
Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer instructions and following
local regulations.
Figure 4. Removing Sensor for Battery Replacement
(Note: The operation of the sensor with alkaline batteries has not been verified for
compliance with UL standards.)
OTHER FEATURE COMPATIBILITY
Simon XT 2WTTS Compatibility
When using a Two Way Talking Touchscreen with the Simon XT panel, Image Sensor
activity is not reported or visible on the touchscreen, except in alarms. When alarms are
tripped on an enrolled Image Sensor, the alarms are reported and displayed on the
2WTTS through the sensor 39 hardwire zone. Periodic activations on hardwire zone 39
will appear on the touchscreen as a result of the hardwire supervisions.
Two-Way Voice Compatibility
Images cannot be transmitted while a Two-Way Voice call is in session. When the Image
Sensor is installed on a system with Two-Way Voice over the cellular network, image
transmission during an alarm may be interrupted by the two-way session. Image trans-
mission resumes once the call has terminated.
emPower™ Compatibility
An Alarm.com Module V4 is required for a customer to have both Image Sensors and
emPower devices. The V4 module has emPower support built-in to the module hardware,
allowing the Image Sensor daughterboard to be attached on top of the module.
TROUBLESHOOTING
General Troubleshooting Steps
Verify Module Signal Strength: If the Alarm.com module is having a problem signaling,
motion activations and image transmission may be delayed or cancelled.
Verify Image Sensor RF Signal Strength: The signal strength must be above 30% for
the sensor to function properly.
Verify Image Sensor Service Plan: Image capture functionality depends on the
customer’s service plan. Be sure the proper Image Sensor add-on is selected; delete
sensor and re-enroll.
Sensor Not Enrolling
Verify Sensor is Receiving Power: After inserting batteries, the sensor LED should
illuminate or flash within 10 seconds.
Verify Sensor is Not Communicating with Another Network: If the sensor has been
previously enrolled in a different system or daughterboard, delete the sensor from the
system and hold the sensor reset button for 10 seconds to clear the sensor before
attempting to enroll the sensor in a new network. The sensor cannot be cleared if it is
currently communicating with its network. In this case the sensor must be deleted from
the system first through the control panel or remote command.
Sensor Non-Responsive
Verify Range: Under the “Image Sensor Setup” menu, scroll to “Image Sensor
Settings,” select the sensor and verify under “Signal” that the sensor is registering a
strong signal. If signal strength is low, move non-responsive sensor closer to control
panel, verify signal strength and see if communication resumes. Be sure that Image
Sensor daughterboard antenna is correctly routed as indicated in step 5 of the
installation procedure.
Replace Batteries: Check battery level at the panel (under “Image Sensor Settings”)
and install fresh sensor batteries.
False Motion Activations
Check Environmental Elements: Heating or cooling elements may adversely affect
sensor performance. Test sensor with and without these elements to determine
interference.
Check Sensor Positioning: The sensor may not be properly positioned to capture the
desired motion. Check horizontal positioning of sensor and re-mount as necessary.
Check PIR Sensitivity Setting: Verify that the proper sensor motion profile has been
selected through the setup menu or select a less sensitive profile.
Sensor Tamper
The sensor detects changes in sensor orientation and can register a tamper regardless
of the sensor-back being removed. A tamper will automatically be cleared after the
sensor has been returned to the upright position and has not detected any tamper
activity for 5 minutes. With the sensor mounted, the tamper may also be cleared by
holding the sensor reset button for 3 seconds to initiate a power cycle.
Images Not Captured
Check Service Plan: Make sure the account has the proper Image Sensor add-on.
Images cannot be captured without an Image Sensor service plan. For alarm
functionality, add the “Image Sensor Alarms” plan. For alarms and enhanced
functionality, add the “Image Sensor Plus” plan.
Verify Sensor Rules: Make sure the sensor initialization process has been completed.
On the Dealer Website, make sure that the sensor rules have been confirmed using the
“Rules Confirmed” column.
Enable Auto Uploads: During the first four hours after any sensor is enrolled onto the
system, alarm images will not automatically be uploaded to Alarm.com. Automatic
uploads are automatically enabled after four hours. Enable uploads sooner from the
Dealer Website. On the Image Sensor Plus plan, view and request captured images
from any test alarms from the Customer Website.
If the daughterboard LED is blinking, refer to this chart for LED trouble diagnostics.
Daughterboard Status LED Activity Reference
LED Device Status or Error Duration of LED Pattern
Z1 Solid
Red
Daughterboard is
Receiving Power
While the daughterboard is powered and
the module is not in power save mode.
Off
Daughterboard Not
Receiving Power or
Module in Power Save
Mode
Until daughterboard receives power or
module returns from power save mode.
Z1 & Z2
Fast
Blinks
Incompatible Module or
Hardware Issue
Module not compatible w/ Image Sensor
(Firmware 146 & up required) or there is a
hardware failure.
If the camera LED is blinking, refer to this chart for LED trouble diagnostics.
Image Sensor Red Status LED Activity Reference
Device Status
or Error
LED
Pattern Duration of LED Pattern
Sensor Power-
Up
Solid for 5
Seconds Approximately first 5 seconds after powering.
Sensor Joins or
Rejoins Network
Solid for 5
Seconds
First 5 seconds after sensor joins a new network
(during enroll process) or rejoins its existing
network.
Searching for
Network to Join
Fast Blink
for 5
Seconds at
a Time
Repeats pattern for up to 60 seconds after powering
until the sensor enrolls in a network.
Attempting to
Rejoin Network
Slow Blink
for 5
Seconds at
a Time
Repeats pattern for up to 60 seconds after power
cycle until the sensor reconnects to its network.
(Note: This means the sensor has already been
enrolled into a network and is trying to connect to it.
If attempting to enroll sensor in a new network, hold
reset button for a full 10 seconds (until LED blinks
rapidly) to clear the old network before adding to new
network.)
Motion Test
Mode
Solid for 3
Seconds at
a Time
Repeats for each motion activation during the 3
minutes after sensor joins network, has been
tampered, or is placed in PIR test mode. (Note: In
test mode, there is an 8 second “sleep” timeout
between motion trips.)
Network
Communication
Problem
Fast Blink
for 1
Second at
a Time
Pattern begins after 60 seconds of searching for (and
unsuccessfully joining) a network and repeats until
RF communication is restored. Pattern persists as
long as the sensor is not enrolled in a network or
cannot connect to current network.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Alarm.com Model Number: ADC-IS-221-LP
Interlogix Part Numbers: Image Sensor: 600-9400-IMAG
Image Sensor Kit (Image Sensor w/ daughterboard): 600-9400-IMAG-KIT
Power Source: Optimal: 2 AA 1.5v Energizer Ultimate Lithium Batteries. Acceptable: 2 AA
1.5v alkaline batteries (battery life may be reduced significantly).
Expected Battery Life: Approximately 3 years for lithium batteries. Battery life varies by
use case depending on certain factors such as weak signal strength and frequency of
motion activations, image captures, and IR flashes.
Voltage Thresholds: With lithium batteries, low battery alerts are issued at 3.05V. The
sensor cannot operate when the voltage reads below 1.95V.
Operating Temperature Range: 32° to 110°F for non-pet applications, 60° to 110°F for
pet applications. Alkaline batteries are not suitable for temperatures below 50° F.
Weight: 3.1 oz. (with batteries, without mounting accessories)
Dimensions: 3.1’’ h x 1.8’’ w x 2.3’’ d
Supervisory Interval: 100 minutes (sensor), 3 hours (alarm hardwire)
Wireless Signal Range: Greater than 400 ft open air
Color: White
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Recommended Mounting Height: 8 ft
Recommended Mounting Angle: 6° for large coverage area and rooms greater than 30
ft (“teeth up” on mounting arm); 18° for rooms less than 30 ft (“teeth down” on mounting
arm)
Motion Profiles & Sensor Range: Normal (up to 30 ft, default), High (up to 35 ft), Low (up
to 25 ft)
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Alarm.com can void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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:
• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from 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.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type
and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec
une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.,
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.
FCC ID:YL6-143IS221 IC: 9111A-143IS221