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CSL My Home Alarm App

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Product Specifications:

  • Product Name: MiniAir 2
  • Compatibility: Android/iOS
  • App: My Home Alarm App

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Download and Install the App

  1. Download the My Home Alarm App from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
  2. Install the app on your smartphone.

Step 2: Initial Setup

  1. Open the app and login using the credentials provided in the product box.
  2. Upon first login, change the default username and password for security purposes.
  3. Enter a recovery email address for account retrieval.

Step 3: Configuration

  1. In the app, navigate to the menu button and select the settings option.
  2. Choose the notifications tab and customize them according to your preferences by following the on-screen instructions.

Step 4: Remote Arming/Disarming
If you need remote arming/disarming capabilities, refer to step 5 of the user manual guide for detailed instructions.

Step 5: Customer Demo
Provide a demo to your customer to showcase the features and functionalities of the MiniAir 2 system.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Q: Can I use the MiniAir 2 with both Android and iOS devices?
    • A: Yes, the MiniAir 2 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. You can download the My Home Alarm App on either platform.
  • Q: How do I change the username and password in the app?
    • A: Upon first login, you will be prompted to change the default username and password. Follow the on-screen instructions to update your credentials.

MINIAIR QUICK GUIDE

Technical Specifications

 

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Wire Explanation

  1. 12v DC Power Supply
  2. Ground
  3. A – to panel’s Digi-Modem
  4. B – to panel’s Digi-Modem
  5. To Armed Status Output
  6. To Keyswitch Zone
Dimensions 30mm (h) X 45mm (w) X 15mm (d)
Weight 25g excluding aerial
Temperature -20°C to +60°C transit
Humidity 0 – 80% non – condensing
Mounting Any orientation
Warranty 2 years
Power Requirement 9.0 v – 30.0 v (DC)
Current Consumption
  • Quiescent = 15 mA
  • Signalling = 200 mA
Radio Path GPRS
Aerial 50 ohm (nominal) on MMCX socket
Operation Method Store and forward
CIE Interconnections 1 Digital Input, 1 Digital Output, Analogue (Dial Capture) RCT Protocols Fast Format, SIA & Contact ID
User Serviceable Parts There are no serviceable parts within the MiniAir
Environmental Class II
Applicable Standards Suitable for use in alarm systems complying to: EN50136-1:2012 SP1

ATS Classification: EN50136-1-1:1998 ATS 1/Grade 2

Step 1 – Wiring

  1. Power panel down
  2. Wire as per diagram in the Technical Specifications
  3. Connect aerial
  4. LED will show connection status

Step 2 – Dial Capture

For panels with PSTN Modems

  1. Configure PSTN dialer of alarm panel – refer to manufacturer’s guide
  2. Select DTMF (tone dialing)
  3. Select signalling format: Fast Format / Contact ID / SIA
  4. Enter any PSTN receiver telephone number (ie 01)
  5. Enter any 4 Digit chip/account number (ie 1234)

WHEN USING FAST FORMAT, THE MINIAIR INSTALLER APP AND MY HOME ALARM APP ARE PREDEFINED WITH A STANDARD FAST FORMAT CHANNEL CONFIGURATION. PLEASE PROGRAMME THE BELOW WITHIN YOUR CONTROL PANEL

PIN CHANNEL
1 Fire
2 Panic
3 Intruder
4 Open/Close
5 Fault
6 Bypass
7 Confirmed Alarm
8 Tamper

Step 3 – Bell Output

For older panels with a bell output, please only use the below method to trigger an alarm

  1. Configure bell/siren output of alarm panel – refer to manufacturer’s guide
  2. Wire the bell trigger to the MiniAir input (IN – white cable)
  3. Download the MiniAir Installer App for Android/iOS
  4. Please contact CSL to obtain log in credentials to the MiniAir Installer App & select device by serial number/ICCID
  5. Enter Settings the select Advanced Settings
  6. Depending on your panel configuration set Input pins as: General Alarm N.O./N.C.

Step 4 – End User App

  1. Download the My Home Alarm App for Android/iOS
  2. Login with credentials provided
  3. When logging in for first time change username and password. Then enter recovery email address
  4. Within the App, select menu button and then settings option
  5. Select notifications and adapt as per the on screen instructions
  6. If you require remote arming/disarming follow step 5 of this guide
  7. Provide a demo for your customer

Step 5 – Remote Arm & Disarm

Firstly, configure the panel as below

  1. Configure a momentary/latching keyswitch – refer to manufacturer’s guide
  2. Wire OUT (orange wire) to the momentary/latching keyswitch of the panel
  3. Configure a programmable output from the panel to Activate (switch to ground) when the panel is armed and to deactivate when disarmed – refer to manufacturer’s guide
  4. Wire the programmable output to IN (white wire) on the MiniAir

Please note: A relay may be required when configuring a panel with a latching keyswitch

Secondly, configure the App

  1. Enable Open/Close reporting on the panel
  2. Enable arming/disarming from the settings menu on the My Home Alarm App
  3. Ask the customer to enter a remote pin of their choice
  4. Arm/Disarm from the panel’s keypad within 2 minutes to complete synchronization

Warnings & Troubleshooting

If you have issues receiving events try the following settings of the panel

  • Disable “Telephone line monitoring”
  • Disable “Wait for dial tone” option
  • Use “A” instead of “0” in the account number

If there is more than one partition, enter an account number for each partition. For certain panels you may need to also specify an account number for the main partition (sometimes referred to as system number)

WARNING!
WIRING SHOULD ONLY BE DONE WHEN THE UNIT IS POWERED DOWN ENSURE, ONCE CONNECTED, THE AERIAL IS POSITIONED OUTSIDE THE PANEL

Documents / Resources

CSL My Home Alarm App [pdf] User Guide
My Home Alarm App, Alarm App, App

References

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