Magellan DIY Installation Manual - Introduction
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Introduction
Part 1: Planning
The fi rst thing you’re going to want to do is fi gure out where you want to put the control panel. Typically, it’s
easiest for everybody to place it by the door you use most frequently you can always add extra keypads to your
Magellan system. You also need it to be near an electrical outlet (don’t choose one that’s switch-controlled). Don’t
pick a space where it’s easily viewed from the door or windows (you don’t want would-be burglars to be able to
scope out your system ahead of time). Please see System Planning Diagram and refer to Mounting Guide
Lines.pdf
Next, fi gure out where the best place is to put your security and fi re sensors (ref. PMD85 Out Door 45kg Pet
Detector Installation Guide.pdf, PMD75 45kg Pet Detector Installation Guide.pdf PMD1 18kg Pet Detector
Guide.pdf). Also choose a location for the inside alarm siren if applicable. Don’t put it in an obvious location
(where the burglar could fi nd and destroy it quickly), but don’t put it somewhere where the sound will be muffl ed
wither (i.e. closet, in upholstery).
Consider the most likely areas for a burglar to gain access eg. External doors, windows and gates etc. Using
magnetic door contacts, indoor infrared detectors and outdoor detectors, design a system that suites your
requirements. Range should be taken into account when using wireless systems see wireless limitations.pdf,
wireless range extenders can be added to the system.
Part 2: Control Panel Installation
Position the control panel at the height where it’s easy to access the keypad and read the display. Despite the
name “wireless home security system” there will indeed be a wire involved in connecting the control panel to the
outlet (ref. 6160 DC Power connect). To avoid tampering, you should run this wire through the wall (drill holes
behind the control panel and below the outlet, then connect the two). Magellan 6160 systems come with a
backup battery in case the plug is unplugged or the power goes out.
Installation could be a little more complicated if you are installing a monitored home security system. This will
involve also connecting a phone line. Depending on your experience, you may need to have the alarm company
technician help you with this stage. Consult the instructions that come with the system to complete installation of
the control panel. If a radio monitoring device is required this is obtainable from your monitoring company and
additional equipment may be required (see Magellan 6160 Console Radio Connection.pdf)
Part 3: Control Panel Programming
Magellan 6160 if purchased in a kit form, will be pre-programmed before delivery. You will be required to fi ll in the
system programming form and fax or email it back before we will be able to program. You can also program the
system easily at home by following the prompt on the key pad or by using the manual supplied. You’ll use the
control panel’s keypad to program the features of the alarm system. You are required to program your own
system code
Part 4: Sensor Installation
At this point, it’s time to install the alarm system’s sensors. You will have door sensors, window sensors and
infrared detectors to install (depending on the system). Door and window sensors will consist of a magnet and a
transmitter. The transmitter gets attached to the edge of the window frame or door while the magnet should be
attached to the window/door.
Most of our systems come with PIRS (Passive Infrared Motion Sensors), you can also buy smoke detectors,
broken-glass sensors, and other features. While these features are not typically diffi cult to install (a few screws,
some plastic hammer in anchors), it is important to place them carefully in order to achieve the best results.
Therefore, you should read the instructions that come with the Magellan 6160 system carefully.
We do supply glue with the kits in order to mount the detectors although it is recommended that the detectors and
sensors are attached with screws.
Part 5: Test It
The last step is to test your newly installed wireless home security system. Your Magellan 6160 comes with a
“test” mode (see manual supplied). Make sure to test all of the sensors and all of the functions of the security
system. If everything works, you’re done. You’ll want to test your system once a month or so to make sure
everything is in working order.
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