Vaultek LifePod XRC Portable Lockbox

Quick Setup Guide

Follow these steps to get your safe up and running.

1. Step 1: Install a 9V Alkaline Battery ? (Not Included)

   LifePod is powered by a 9V Alkaline battery that lasts up to one year.

2. Step 2: Program the Master Code.

   First time users should change the default code as soon as possible to prevent unauthorized access to your safe, so it should be kept confidential.

3. Step 3: Program the Biometric Scanner. (Biometric Model)

   You can program up to 20 unique fingerprints. The 1st and 2nd fingerprints will be recognized as administrative fingerprints and will be used to authorize additional users 3 to 20.

4. Step 4: Register the safe.

   Registration provides many benefits including two year warranty, technical support, and ordering replacement keys should you misplace them.

If you have any questions about your safe or need help configuring the system, we encourage you to visit vaulteksafe.com/support/ and select your model. [Scan for setup]

❗ WARNINGS

To prevent damage to your Vaultek® unit or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions before using this unit.

• Do not use the product if you notice any problem or defect.
• Change the default code as soon as possible to prevent unauthorized access to your safe.
• DO NOT place the backup keys inside the safe at any time.
• DO NOT store loaded guns in this unit. Firearms are serious in nature and must be handled with respect. Store responsibly.
• Keep this product away from small children as the package contains small items that could become a choking hazard.
• DO NOT use a battery which has physical damage such as scratches and dents on the housing.
• DO NOT expose to extreme heat or cold. Battery power may be affected. Acceptable operation range is -14°f to 120°f.
• No case or lock is impenetrable given the right skills and tools. For protection against lock picking, see the anti-picking feature.

To ensure proper weather sealing:

• ALWAYS check that the rubber gasket is free of debris before closing the lid.
• ALWAYS check that the side compression latches are fully engaged and closed.
• ALWAYS check that the front rubber cover is closed tightly.

ℹ️ AT A GLANCE

The Vaultek® LifePod® XRC is a pin access portable lockbox. It can be secured using the side compression latches to protect the interior from environmental factors such as water, with the added option of securely locking the unit with the keypad. It's high impact polymer and portable design makes it ideal to transport and protect valuables and personal items. Powered by an Alkaline 9V battery (not included), LifePod combines security with convenient access.

? Battery Power: Your safe has power via a 9V Alkaline battery (not included) and needs it for normal function of the keypad.

⚠️ Low Battery Warning: The battery indicator will flash RED and sound several rapid beeps. This continues every 5 minutes until the battery dies to indicate that the battery is in need of a replacement.

⌨️ Capacitive Keypad: Proprietary touch-sensitive design that responds to quick simple taps.

?️ Biometric Scanner: (Only Biometric Model) Personalized access for up to 20 fingerprints.

? Key: Two keys are provided for manual access to the safe. The manual keys can also lock LifePod XRC.

? Tamper Indicator: If the Status LED is solid RED when awake, this means the unit has detected that an incorrect code has been entered or an unauthorized fingerprint has been scanned (biometric model). You can clear the tamper indicator by entering the correct master code or scanning an authorized fingerprint.

? Security Sleep Mode: Activates when (6) consecutive incorrect keypad or fingerprint entries (biometric model) are entered. LifePod will not accept any entries for four minutes. If a key is pressed during this time, the status LED will flash RED and the alarm beeps. A backup key can be used to open the unit.

Diagram showing the LifePod XRC keypad model with labeled buttons: 1, 2, 3, 4, Status LED, Lock Pad, Battery Status LED.

Diagram showing the LifePod XRC biometric model with labeled buttons: 1, 2, 3, 4, Status LED, Lock Pad, Battery Status LED, and a Biometric Scanner area.

Illustration of the Vaultek LifePod XRC portable lockbox, highlighting its portable design and secure latches.

Before locking your LifePod, always make sure the side compression latches are latched closed first. [Ensure latches are closed]

Before entering the master code you need to wake LifePod by tapping the Lock Pad so all the keys light up RED. [Tap to wake]

Diagram showing the following features: Key and Micro-USB port, Compression Latches, Steel Cable Mount.

? BATTERY

LifePod is powered by a 9v Alkaline battery (not included). Under normal use the battery can last up to one year. We recommend purchasing a name brand battery for best performance.

In the event the battery dies and you do not have the key, the safe can be plugged in using a micro-USB cable to power the unit.

1. Open the safe. Key entry is located at front of the safe.
2. Remove the battery compartment door (Figure A).
3. Connect a 9V Alkaline battery to the connector. Be sure to snap the battery in the correct orientation (Figure B).

Figure A: Diagram showing the removal of the battery compartment door.

Figure B: Diagram illustrating the correct orientation for connecting a 9V Alkaline battery to the internal connector.

Troubleshooting! ❓ If you snap the battery in and the keypad is flashing then your battery is likely low. Replace the battery with a new 9v Alkaline battery. We recommend a brand name battery like Duracell or Energizer.

? MASTER CODE TIPS

Your code can be as short as 4 digits, or up to 8 digits in length. We recommend a code 6 to 8 digits in length using at least one of each key to make it more difficult for someone to guess.

• Avoid easy-to-guess digits such as 1234, 1111, 2222, etc.
• Two keys cannot be pressed simultaneously. [Single press only]

The default master code is 1-2-3-4.

Programming a new master code will overwrite your previous code.

MASTER CODE PROGRAMMING

❗ Important! The Program button will not function when locked. Be sure the LifePod latch is in the unlocked position.

1. First open the unit and tap the Lock Pad to wake the unit up. When the keypad lights up, your LifePod is awake and ready for programming. [Keypad awake]
2. While LifePod is awake press and hold the Program button for 3 seconds until ALL keys (1-4) turn solid RED.
3. Enter your new code. Immediately press and hold the Program button a second time for 3 seconds until ALL keys (1-4) turn solid RED.
4. Enter your new code a second time. Immediately press and hold the Program button a third time for 3 seconds. The Status LED will flash GREEN ✔️ and LifePod will beep to confirm the code change is successful.

Troubleshooting! ❓ If you make a mistake start over with step 1.

Master Code Usage Tip! Before entering the master code you need to wake LifePod by tapping the Lock Pad so all the keys light up RED. [Tap to wake]

?️ BIOMETRIC SCANNER TIPS (Biometric Model)

A user consists of 4 scans of the same finger during registration.

• Place the core of the fingerprint flat over the center of the scanner (this allows the scanner to read where most of the fingerprint detail is located) (see Figure C).
• Adjust your finger slightly between scans for increased accuracy (see Figure D). [Adjust finger]

Figure C: Diagram showing optimal fingerprint placement on the biometric scanner, centered over the core.

Figure D: Diagram illustrating slight finger adjustments during scanning for increased accuracy.

Excessive moisture, lotions, or dirt will affect your fingerprint and may cause inaccurate sensor reading.

Troubleshooting! ❓ If you are having difficulty with your print, program the same fingerprint 4 or 5 times. You have 20 slots available for programming and you can also try your thumb as it has more surface area to read.

?️ BIOMETRIC SCANNER PROGRAMMING

The 1st and 2nd fingerprints will be recognized as administrative fingerprints and will be used to authorize additional users.

❗ Important! The Program button will not function when locked. Be sure the LifePod latch is in the unlocked position.

Programming Admin Prints 1 and 2

1. Open the safe lid, and wake LifePod by tapping the Lock Pad so all the keys light up RED.
2. While LifePod is awake, quickly tap the Program button to get the '1' key blinking.
3. Place your finger on the fingerprint scanner for the first of four scans. When the Status LED lights up GREEN ✔️ remove your finger.
4. Place the same finger again on the scanner at a slightly different angle and remove it when the Status LED turns GREEN ✔️. You will repeat this process until all 4 registration scans are complete. This completes enrollment for the first admin print.

Repeat these steps to enroll the 2nd admin print.

?️ BIOMETRIC SCANNER PROGRAMMING

With both admin prints enrolled, you can enroll additional users. This safe can store up to a total of 20 fingerprints.

Programming Additional Prints 3 to 20

1. Open the safe lid, and wake LifePod by tapping the Lock Pad so all the keys light up RED.
2. While LifePod is awake, quickly tap the Program button to get keypad flashing RED ❗. This is prompting the scan of an admin print to authorize the request to enroll a new user.
3. Scan one of the enrolled admin prints to authorize enrolling a new user.
4. With the '1' key now blinking, place the new finger on the scanner and remove it when the Status LED turns GREEN ✔️.
5. Place the same finger on the scanner again at a slightly different angle and remove it when the Status LED turns GREEN ✔️. You will repeat this process until all 4 registration scans are complete. This completes enrollment for a new user.

Repeat these steps to enroll additional prints.

? SOUND

By default, the sound is ON. To toggle the sound ON/OFF ? you need to wake up LifePod by tapping the center Lock Pad then press and hold keys '2' and '3' together. The Status LED will flash RED ❌ indicating OFF or GREEN ✔️ indicating ON.

? INTERIOR LED LIGHT

The Interior LED light will come on when the lid is open and stays on for about 20 seconds by default. You have the option to disable the light, or extend the light to stay on longer. To toggle the interior LED light options you need to wake up LifePod by tapping the center Lock Pad then press and hold keys '1' and '4' together. The Status LED will indicate the selected light setting per below:

Tip! ⚠️ If toggled ON the LED may significantly reduce the battery life.

• Status LED Solid RED: Interior Light is Off ❌
• Status LED Solid GREEN: Interior Light stays on for 20 seconds. ✔️
• Status LED Flashing Green: Interior Light stays on for 60 seconds. ✔️

? STEEL SECURITY CABLE

Secure the LifePod to a fixed object using the included steel security cable. To learn how visit vaulteksafe.com/support and select your model. [Learn more]

? PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Vaultek strongly encourages you to register your safe as soon as you receive it. Registration provides many benefits including two year warranty, technical support and ordering replacement keys should you misplace them. Your Vaultek safe has a unique product number located on the inside of the battery compartment and a 5 or 6 digit ID number engraved on the keys. You will need these numbers to register your safe.

1. Please visit the Vaultek website at vaulteksafe.com and click Support/Product Registration and enter the required information.

❓ SUPPORT

If you have any questions about your safe or need help configuring the system, we encourage you to visit vaulteksafe.com/support/ and select your model for troubleshooting, FAQs, and helpful videos. You can also email us at support@vaulteksafe.com.

? FCC

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

⚖️ DISCLAIMER

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NEITHER SELLER NOR MANUFACTURER SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR THE INABILITY TO USE, THE VAULTEK LIFEPOD®.

THE USER SHALL DETERMINE THE SUITABILITY OF THE VAULTEK® LIFEPOD® BEFORE THE INTENDED USE AND USER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY WHATSOEVER IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.