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Section 4: Operation
When the RCM8 is installed and configured correctly, the unit
basically operates on its own receiving and responding to
incoming alarms. While the RCM8 is fully functional on its
own, it is more convenient to connect a computer or monitor to
facilitate operator interaction. This section describes the RCM8
operator functions.
Receive Alarms
The green and red LED lights on the RCM8 front panel indicate
normal operation and receipt of alarms. A computer, video
monitor, or printer also indicates incoming alarms by displaying
the alarm text configured in Setup.
Audible indication of alarms is given by a series of beeps
(configured in Setup) through the RCM8 or computer speaker.
Beeping continues until the alarm is silenced.
Silence Alarms
Alarms can be silenced and reset using the RCM8 front panel or
the computer keyboard.
To silence alarms from the RCM8, press the Silence/Reset
button on the front panel. This procedure also resets the input
contact that was involved with the alarm.
To silence the alarm at the PC and at the RCM8 from the
computer keyboard, press any key. This procedure does not reset
the input contact if it is latching.
View Input Status
You can view input status only if a computer or monitor is
connected.
To view input status:
1. Access the RCM8 logon screen by turning the RCM8 and
monitor ON or by dialing to the RCM8 via modem.
2. Type Space Bar to begin the login process.
3. Type the RCM8 password, then press Enter.
The factory-set password is
“RCM8.”
4. Press S to display the current input status (ON/OFF). If the
RCM8 unit you are polling is a master unit with slave units
connected, all inputs (including slave inputs) are displayed.
5. Press Esc to return to the log on screen.