Improving Wireless Signal Strength; Installer Programming - DSC IMPASSA TL8055LT Manual De Instalación

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In addition, some of the information can be retrieved via long key presses from the keypad. Press and hold the
following panel keys for 2 seconds to display the given information on the panel display. Most messages are dis-
played for less than 30 seconds but can be cut short by pressing the 0 Key for 2 seconds.
Table 1-6 LTE module statuses
1 key 10-digit module serial number. This number is needed to create the Alarm.com customer account
2 key Module firmware version. (e.g., 181a)
3 key Initiate communication test. Important: This is a required test to correctly complete the installation
5 key Wireless signal strength level and module status or error, if any. The panel will display the signal level
in bars (0 to 5) and as a numerical value (0 to 31) followed by the connection mode (LTE). (See "LTE
Module Statuses" in Table 2)
6 key Battery voltage as read by the module, to two decimal places, and the AC power status. (e.g., Battery:
6.79v, AC Power OK)
8 key LTE frequency used by the module:
"High" = 1900MHz,2100MHz;
"Low" = 850 MHz.

Improving wireless signal strength

As you make changes to the module location to improve signal strength, request updated signal readings to
verify changes. To request an updated reading, press and hold the "5" key for 2 seconds.
Guidelines for optimal wireless signal strength:
Install the module above ground level, as high up as possible within the structure.
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Install the module near or adjacent to an exterior-facing wall of the structure.
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Do not install the module inside a metal structure or close to large metal objects or ducts.
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Change the orientation or placement of the antennas and test to see if there is an improvement in signal
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strength. An optional external extension antenna (LTE-8ANTP) can also be added if required.

Installer programming

Table 1-7 Installer programming
Menu
Installer
Programming
--LTE Module Status
---Radio
---LTE Freq.
---SN
---SIM Card
---Version
---Advanced - Network
2
--Z-Wave Setup
Currently connected and transmitting information to the Alarm.com
servers
In the process of connecting to Alarm.com
Updating signal level
Description
Press [*][8] [Installer Code] [851] to enter Interactive Services menu
Scroll down through the various LTE module information screens
Signal level, connection status, roaming status, and errors (if any)
LTE frequency used by the module
Module serial number. Needed to create or troubleshoot an Alarm.com account
SIM card number. Sometimes needed to troubleshoot an account.
LTE module firmware version and sub-version. Example: 181a; 181 = module firmware
version, a = subversion
For Alarm.com use only
This menu is used to add, remove, and troubleshoot Z-Wave devices and networks. To
control Z-Wave devices via the Alarm.com website and smart phone apps, you will also
need to enable Z-Wave services on the account
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