DS-PDSMK-S-WB Wireless Photoelectric Smoke Detector

About this Manual

This manual provides instructions for using and managing the Hikvision DS-PDSMK-S-WB Wireless Photoelectric Smoke Detector. The information, including pictures and charts, is for description and explanation only and is subject to change without notice due to firmware updates or other reasons. The latest version of this manual can be found on the Hikvision website (https://www.hikvision.com/). It is recommended to use this manual with the guidance of professionals trained in supporting the product.

Hikvision and its logos are trademarks of Hikvision. Other trademarks and logos mentioned belong to their respective owners.

Disclaimer

Hikvision provides the product, hardware, software, and firmware on an "as is" basis. Hikvision makes no warranties, express or implied, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Use of the product is at your own risk. Hikvision is not liable for any damages arising from the use of the product, including business loss, data loss, or system corruption, even if advised of the possibility. Hikvision is not responsible for abnormal operation or privacy leakage due to internet security risks like cyber-attacks or viruses, but will provide technical support. Users must comply with all applicable laws and ensure their use does not infringe on third-party rights. The product must not be used for prohibited end-uses, such as developing weapons of mass destruction or supporting human rights abuses. In case of conflict between this manual and applicable law, the law prevails.

Regulatory Compliance

European Compliance

The product is marked with "CE" and complies with harmonized European standards under the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, RE Directive 2014/53/EU, and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.

WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU)

Products marked with the WEEE symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the EU. For proper recycling, return the product to your local supplier or designated collection points. More information is available at www.recyclethis.info.

Battery Directive (2006/66/EC)

This product contains a battery that must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Refer to product documentation for specific battery information. The battery may be marked with symbols indicating cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). Return batteries to your supplier or a designated collection point for recycling. More information is available at www.recyclethis.info.

Installation Caution

The equipment must remain secure during installation. The additional force applied should be three times the weight of the equipment but not less than 50N. The equipment and its mounting means must not be damaged after installation.

Battery Caution

⚠️ Chemical burning danger: Do not swallow the battery. Keep new and used batteries away from children. Seek immediate medical attention if batteries are swallowed or placed inside any part of the body. Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local regulations. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.

FCC Information

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to correct it by reorienting the antenna, increasing separation, connecting to a different outlet, or consulting a dealer/technician. The equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.

FCC Conditions: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

1 Appearance

The detector features the following components:

• Test/Hush Button: Used for testing the alarm and silencing it during an alarm event.
• Indicator LED: Provides visual feedback on the detector's status (e.g., normal operation, alarm, fault).
• Power Switch: Used to turn the detector on or off.
• Coding Button: Used for wireless interconnection setup.

2 Function

Audible and Visual Alarm Indicators

Under normal operation, a red LED flashes every 320 seconds. When smoke is detected, an internal sounder activates, and the LED flashes rapidly, producing a Temporal 3 audible signal pattern (0.5s on, 0.5s off for 3 cycles, followed by 1.5s off, repeating).

Test/Hush Button

When no alarm is present, pressing and holding the Test/Hush button activates the smoke alarm for testing. The alarm sounds, and the LED flashes rapidly. The unit returns to normal in about 10 seconds. When an alarm is active, pressing the Test/Hush button silences the alarm for approximately 11 minutes, allowing smoke to clear. During this hush period, the LED flashes twice per second. If smoke is still present after the hush period, the alarm will re-activate. The hush feature can be used repeatedly.

Smoke Chamber Fault

The detector monitors its smoke sensing chamber. If it malfunctions, the detector emits a short audible signal followed by a single red LED flash every 40 seconds. Troubleshooting involves vacuuming the detector to remove dust. If the problem persists, the detector needs replacement.

Low Battery

When the battery is depleted, the detector emits a short audible signal and the red LED flashes every 40 seconds for at least 30 days. For interconnected detectors, this is accompanied by two short audible signals and two red LED flashes every 4 hours. The detector should be replaced when the low battery signal is given, as the battery is not user-replaceable.

Interconnection

Up to 12 detectors can be wirelessly interconnected. If one detector detects smoke, all interconnected units will sound. The detector that initially detected the smoke will flash its red LED, helping to quickly locate the source.

Local Alarm Memory

After an alarm, the green LED flashes 3 times every 40 seconds for up to 24 hours. Pressing the Test button before the next alarm triggers 3 audible beeps every 1 second; releasing the button resets the alarm.

3 Enrollment

Enroll the Detector Locally

1. Log in to Hik-ProConnect and select a site.
2. Select the AX PRO within the site.
3. Navigate to "Settings" > "System Settings" and tap the "Enrollment Mode" button to put the AX PRO into enrollment status.
4. Turn on the power switch of the peripheral to enroll it to the control panel.

Register the Detector via APP

1. Log in to Hik-ProConnect and select a site.
2. Select the AX PRO within the site.
3. Tap the "+" icon at the bottom of the page and scan the QR code to add the peripheral.
4. Turn on the power switch of the peripheral; it will be automatically enrolled to the control panel.

3 Format

To format the detector, hold the coding button and power the detector on simultaneously. The detector will be formatted after 8 seconds.

4 Installation

Equipment

Before installation, ensure all necessary equipment and tools are available, including drills, mounting screws, cables, and ladders.

Location Selection

Smoke alarm placement and quantity may be specified by regulations. In the absence of specific regulations, the requirements of DIN 14676 can be used. Smoke alarms are recommended as a minimum requirement in all bedrooms, children's rooms, and hallways that serve as escape routes. They should be installed in the center of the room on the ceiling, not on walls.

Select installation locations with a minimum distance of 50 cm from surrounding walls, furniture, and lamps. Optimal configuration includes placement in all other rooms and staircases. In kitchens and wet rooms, smoke alarms should only be used if false alarms caused by the environment can be excluded. Refer to graphics in this guide for specific placement.

Installation Location Details

Install smoke alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible, away from light fittings and air-conditioning ducts. If this is not practical, mount the alarm on the ceiling, at least 50 cm from any wall or corner.

Rooms with Sloped Ceilings

For rooms with ceiling slopes greater than 20°, mount the smoke alarm at least 0.5 m and not more than 1 m away from the ceiling peak. Ceilings with a slope angle of 20° or less should be treated as horizontal ceilings.

Mounting on Sloped Ceilings

For rooms with prorated sloping ceilings:

• If the horizontal ceiling width is 1 m or less, mount the smoke alarm as shown for gabled ceilings with a slope > 20°.
• If the horizontal ceiling width is greater than 1 m, mount the smoke alarm in the center of the horizontal ceiling, as shown for sloping ceilings with horizontal ceiling.

Diagram Description: Figures illustrate mounting positions on sloped and gabled ceilings, showing distances from the peak and specific placement options (left/right).

Where Not to Install the Smoke Detector

To avoid nuisance alarms, do not install smoke alarms in the following situations:

• In or near areas with combustion particles (e.g., kitchens with poor ventilation, garages, near furnaces, heaters). Combustion particles are by-products of burning that the alarm may detect.
• Within 6 meters of kitchens with normal combustion particles. If a 6m distance is not possible (e.g., in a mobile home), install as far as possible from combustion sources and ensure good ventilation.
• In dead-air areas where ventilation systems prevent airflow through the sensing chamber, or areas with airflow that might drive smoke away.
• In damp or very humid areas, or within 3 meters of bathrooms with showers. Moisture can cause nuisance alarms.
• In very cold or very hot areas, including unheated buildings or outdoor rooms, as temperature extremes can affect performance. The operating range is -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F).
• In very dusty or dirty areas, as dirt and dust can build up on the sensing chamber, making it overly sensitive or blocking openings.
• Near fresh air vents or high draft areas (air conditioners, heaters, fans), as drafts can drive smoke away from the detector.
• In dead air spaces, such as the apex of peaked roofs or ceiling corners, which may prevent smoke from reaching the alarm.
• In insect-infested areas. Insects entering the sensing chamber can cause nuisance alarms. Address insect problems before installation.
• Near fluorescent lights, as electrical noise may cause nuisance alarms. Do not install within 1.5 meters of such lights.

Diagram Description: A room layout diagram shows correct and incorrect locations for smoke alarms relative to kitchen appliances (stove), bathrooms, and airflow (air entry/return).

3 Mounting

Check the Signal Strength

Before mounting, check the signal strength using the Hik-ProConnect. Tap "Signal Strength Test" and then the test button. Indicators are:

• Solid green for 3s: Strong Signal
• Flashing green for 3s: Medium Signal
• Solid red for 3s: Weak Signal
• Flashing red for 3s: Failure

Mounting with Screws

1. Draw a 150 mm line at the desired mounting location.
2. Rotate the mounting bracket counter-clockwise and remove it from the detector.
3. Align the bracket's longest hole slots with the drawn line and mark the keyhole slots.
4. Drill two 5 mm (3/16-inch) holes at the marks and insert the supplied plastic mounting plugs.
5. Attach the bracket to the ceiling using the supplied screws.
6. Align the detector's slot with the bracket, push the detector onto the bracket, and rotate it clockwise to secure it.

Mounting with Sponge Tape

1. Apply the sponge tape to the rear side of the detector.
2. Tear off the protective film.
3. Press the detector onto the required place.

4 Test

Press and hold the Test/Hush button. The detector's buzzer and LED will indicate an alarm. ⚠️ Warning: The smoke alarm produces a loud signal. Use hearing protection when testing.

Diagram Description: Shows the Test/Hush button being pressed, with timing indicators for the sounder and LED flashes during a test cycle.

5 Interconnect Function Configuration

Up to 12 smoke detectors can be interconnected. The typical wireless range is 30 meters indoors and 100 meters in free space. This range can be affected by building construction and intervening structures that absorb or reflect radio signals.

Diagram Description: A circular diagram illustrates 12 numbered positions, representing the maximum number of detectors that can be interconnected.

Interconnection Process

1. Turn on the power switch of the first detector.
2. Short press the coding button on the first detector. The red LED will flash slowly (approx. once per second). Release the button. Pressing the coding button again will end the coding process.
3. Turn on the power switch of the second detector.
4. Short press the coding button on the second detector. The red LED will flash slowly (approx. once per second). Release the button.
5. Wait for approximately 60 seconds for the coding process. If two green LEDs illuminate simultaneously without flashing, the interconnection is successful. Otherwise, the detectors will exit coding mode after 60 seconds, and the process should be repeated.
6. To connect additional detectors, repeat the above steps, pairing each new detector with an already interconnected one. Up to 12 detectors can be added.
7. After all detectors are interconnected, press the Test/Hush button on each detector to verify that all units sound.
8. Confirm that the red LED adjacent to the Test/Hush button operates only on the detector being tested.

Note: Smoke detectors should be interconnected only within a single family residence to avoid potential nuisance alarms from other residences.

6 Operations

Normal Operation

Once installed and tested, the detector begins monitoring for smoke. If the sounder activates, check for a fire and execute your safety plan.

Hush Feature

If an alarm is triggered by a nuisance source (e.g., cooking fumes), press the Test/Hush button to silence the alarm for 11 minutes. Ensure the source of smoke is identified and conditions are safe before using this feature. If smoke persists after the hush period, the alarm will re-activate. The hush feature can be used repeatedly.

If the detector was triggered by a nuisance situation, open a window or use a fan to clear the air. The detector will turn off once the air is clear. Do not disconnect the battery to silence the alarm.

7 Care and Maintenance

Weekly Tests

1. Press and hold the Test/Hush button on each smoke alarm.
2. Verify the detector's sounder operates with the specified audible signal pattern (0.5s on, 0.5s off for 3 cycles, then 1.5s off, repeating) and the red LED flashes twice per second.
3. For interconnected detectors, ensure all units sound and that only the tested detector's red LED flashes. Repeat testing for all interconnected alarms.

Never use an open flame to test the smoke alarm, as this can cause fire or damage. The built-in Test/Hush button accurately tests all functions.

Annual Maintenance

1. Vacuum or gently wipe the detector's cover to remove dust, lint, or dirt from the openings. Do not spray aerosols into the detector.
2. After annual maintenance, test all smoke detectors.

Low Battery Alert

When the battery is low, the detector emits a short audible signal and the LED flashes once every 40 seconds for at least 30 days. The battery is not user-replaceable; replace the detector promptly when this alert occurs.

Low Battery Alert With Interconnected Smoke Alarms

If a low battery alert occurs on one unit in an interconnected system, other detectors will emit a double beep and a double LED flash every 4 hours, starting 4 hours after the initial alert.

Smoke Chamber Fault

If a smoke chamber fault occurs, vacuum the detector's cover to remove dust or dirt. If the fault persists, the detector must be replaced.

8 Protection From Fire

Installing smoke alarms is a crucial step in fire protection, but it should be part of a comprehensive fire safety program that includes reducing fire risks and planning for safe escape.

Fire Prevention Tips

• Use smoking materials properly; never smoke in bed.
• Keep matches and lighters away from children.
• Store flammable materials in proper containers, away from open flames or sparks.
• Keep electrical appliances in good condition and avoid overloading circuits.
• Ensure stoves, fireplaces, chimneys, and grills are clean and properly installed, away from combustible materials.
• Keep portable heaters and open flames (like candles) away from combustible materials.
• Do not allow rubbish to accumulate.
• Keep spare batteries for battery-powered smoke alarms.

Family Escape Plan

Prepare and practice a family escape plan. Review these steps regularly:

1. Stay calm and do not panic. Clear thinking is essential for a safe escape.
2. Exit the house as quickly as possible using a planned escape route. Do not stop to collect belongings or dress.
3. Feel doors for heat before opening. If a door is hot, use an alternate escape route.
4. Stay low to the floor, as smoke and hot gases rise.
5. Cover your nose and mouth with a damp cloth and take short, shallow breaths.
6. Keep doors and windows closed unless needed for escape.
7. Meet at a pre-arranged safe meeting place outside the house.
8. Call the Fire Service from outside, providing your address and name.
9. Never go back inside a burning building.
10. Contact your local Fire Service for additional advice on home fire safety and escape planning.

9 Indication Description

The detector provides various indications through its sounder and LEDs:

• Normal: Sounder is off. Red LED flashes every 320 seconds.
• Alarm: Sounder emits a Temporal 3 pattern (0.5s on, 0.5s off for 3 cycles, then 1.5s off, repeating). Red LED flashes twice every 1 second. For interconnected alarms, the sounder pattern is 0.5s on, 0.5s off for 3 cycles, then 1.5s off (repeated 3 times), and the Red LED is off.
• Test: Sounder emits a Temporal 3 pattern. Red LED flashes twice every 1 second. For interconnected alarms, the sounder is off, and the Red LED is off.
• Hush: Sounder is off. Red LED flashes twice every 1 second.
• Smoke Chamber Fault: Sounder emits 1 audible beep every 40 seconds. Red LED flashes every 40 seconds (separately to the sounder).
• Low Battery: For a single detector, the sounder emits 1 audible beep every 40 seconds, and the Red LED flashes every 40 seconds (synchronously with the sounder). For interconnected alarms, the sounder emits 2 audible beeps every 4 hours (synchronously with LED), and the Red LED flashes every 4 hours (synchronously with sounder).
• Coding in Progress: Sounder is off. Red LED flashes every 1 second for up to 60 seconds.
• Coding Successful: Sounder emits 1 short beep. Red LED is off. Green LED is on for 10 seconds.
• Local Alarm Memory: Before the next alarm, pressing the Test button triggers 3 audible beeps every 1 second. Releasing the button resets the alarm.
• End-of-Life: Sounder emits 3 audible beeps every 40 seconds.
• Factory Default Settings: Sounder emits 1 audible beep. Red LED flashes twice every 1 second. Green LED flashes 3 times every 40 seconds for up to 24 hours.

10 Specification