User’s manual
The Ability system
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Chapter 2
THE ABILITY
SYSTEM
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Introduction
The manufacturer wishes to thank you for choosing this Ability intrusion
control system. Its advanced technology and user-friendly operations
provide an extremely high level of protection combined with ease-of use.
The manufacturer recommends that all parts of this manual be read
thoroughly before starting up Ability system. The user must be familiar
with all the operating procedures of the Ability system and must follow the
installer's instructions carefully. Once you have become accustomed to the
day-to-day operations, your installer will explain and, if required,
programme the advanced functions of the system.
A typical system comprises:
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Ability control panel
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intrusion detection devices (PIR or microwave detectors, magnetic
contacts, linear beam detectors, etc.)
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system management peripherals (nBy proximity readers, nCode/S
keypads)
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alarm signalling devices which generally signal the events detected by
the system (sounders, flashers, etc.)
The keypad (nCode/S) is an extremely flexible peripheral device which
allows you to manage the system with ease. The large graphic display
provides all the information necessary for fast understanding of the system
status and the steps to take in the event of an alarm. All users have secret
codes (PINs) which allow them to access and control the system in
accordance with their permitted access level.
The customizable voice technology of the Ability 510B/V and 1030B/V
provides users with system status information over-the-phone.
nBy readers (2 versions available: nBy/S wall-mount and By/X flush-
mount) allow you to access and control the system. Although these devices
are not as flexible as keypads, they provide a quick and easy way of
carrying out day-to-day operations such as arming and disarming the
system. Authorized digital-key users can operate the system in accordance
with their programmed access level (enabled functions, etc.) by holding the
key in front of the proximity key reader.
All Ability control panels are capable of managing the “Air2” two-way
wireless system. This system integrates wireless devices (detectors,
keyfobs, etc.) into the hardwired environment.
The Ability intrusion control panel recognizes a large number of events
(such as: alarm conditions, faults, tamper, key/code recognition, arm/
disarm operations), and in response activates audible/visual signals and
calls. The calls can be:
1. report calls to alarm receiving centres - via the most widely used
reporting protocols.
2. voice calls (to contact numbers) which provide users with clear infor-
mation regarding the system status and the events which have
occurred on the protected premises (for Ability510B/V and 1030B/V
only).
The Ability intrusion control panel also provides automatic facilities, such
as:
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arm and disarm operations set up on a weekly basis
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simple yet useful access-control functions which allow the system to
deny access to specific keys/codes at certain times
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pre-set activation/deactivation of household devices (building
automation) such as courtesy lights
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other similar automatic facilities.
