Trouble beeps, as the name suggests indicate that there is a problem with the alarm system. The most common system trouble is a low battery indication. Others include warnings for loss of communication to the internet or monitoring station, mains power failure and tamper warnings.
Low battery troubles are indicated by a yellow triangle illuminated on the panel and (depending on how the system is configured) will often be accompanied by trouble beeps. It is a common misconception that it is the control panel backup battery that needs replacing. This is not always the case as this is a rechargeable battery and should last many years.
How do I know what the problem is?
Press the OK button (slowly and repeatedly) to see any system troubles displayed n turn ion the control panel screen.
Common system trouble messages. Low battery troubles.
S01 Low Battery
Indicates a low battery in a wireless siren. Depending on the configuration of the system, this could be either an external or indoor siren. To ensure continued operation of the device, the battery should be replaced.
Z01/Z02 etc Low Battery
Indicates a low battery in a wireless device. such as a motion sensor or magnetic contact. To ensure continued operation of the device, the battery should be replaced. KP01 Low Battery
Indicates a low battery in a wireless keypad. To ensure continued operation of the device, the battery should be replaced.
KF01 Low Battery
Indicates a low battery in a wireless keyfob. To ensure continued operation of the device, the battery should be replaced.
CPU Low Battery
Indicates a low battery in a control panel. To ensure continued operation of the device, the battery should be replaced.
Power Failure Troubles
AC Failure Indicates that the control panel has lost mains power. This could be due to a blown fuse in the fused spur or plug connecting the panel to mains power. Alternatively the internal power supply may have failed. See 'Replacing a Visonic power supply'
Communication Failure Troubles
COMM Fail / BBA Went Offline
Indicates that the system has lost its broadband connection to the internet. See Broadband Setup Guide.
COMM Fail / GPRS Went Offline
Indicates that the system has lost its mobile data connection to the internet. See GPRS Setup Guide
Trouble beeps can be delayed for 4 hours by using the disarm function on the control panel.
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