N6482V2 4/98 Rev.

C
ADEMCO 5816
Door/Window Transmitter
INSTALLATION AND SETUP GUIDE
COVER PRY-OFF POINT
MAGNET ALIGNMENT STRIP

CASE ALIGN MAGNET

A WITH MARKS ON
HOLDING HOLES "A" (2)
+ CASE AND GUIDE
POSTS (2) (SEE TEXT)
BATTERY ON MTG. PLATE
REED
SWITCH
(INPUT 2) MAGNET
ANTENNA (OBTAIN
SEPARATELY)
PLATE –
MOUNTING COVER
TAMPER NOTE
HOLES (2) 5816
SWITCH
HAS 2
1/2” MAX. UNIQUE
CONCEALED
COVER ZONES
WIRING LOOP
ENTRY HOLE HOLDING
A TERMINALS
HOOKS (2)
(INPUT 1)

5816-001-V0
5816-002-V0

LOCKING TAB
CASE RELEASE BREAKOUT FOR SLOT FOR CONCEALED
LOCKING WINDOW SURFACE WIRING WIRING ACCESS
TAB
Diagram 1. Mounting Plate Diagram 2. Transmitter, Cover Removed

GENERAL INFORMATION Before mounting the transmitter permanently,

The 5816 Door/Window Transmitter has its own conduct Go/No Go tests (see control’s
unique serial number permanently assigned instructions) to verify adequate signal strength
during manufacture. You must “enroll” the and reorient or relocate the transmitter if
transmitter serial number in the control prior to its necessary.
usage in the system. Refer to the control unit’s 1. Remove the transmitter’s cover by inserting
installation instructions for further details. Note: the flat blade of a small screwdriver into the
During programming of the control unit, 5816 pry-off slot at the end of the unit farthest from
transmitters shall be treated as “RF” (i.e., the cover’s decorative ribs, and twisting the
supervised RF) Type (mandatory for UL blade.
installations). 2. Disengage the supplied mounting plate
from the unit by inserting the blade of a small
The 5816 has two unique zones; the first is for a screwdriver into the locking tab release
wired closed circuit contact loop and the second window (see Diagram 2) and pressing it
for its built-in reed switch (used in conjunction with against the locking tab (see Diagram 1) while
a magnet as described below). Either or both sliding the plate downward along the case
zones may be used. For UL installations, a back.
contact may not be more than 3 feet from the 3. If a wired contact loop is to be used with
transmitter. concealed wiring, feed the wires through the
A built-in cover tamper switch is activated when concealed wiring entry hole at one corner of
the cover is removed. the mounting plate.
For surface wiring entry, a thin “breakout”
INSTALLATION area is provided in the case wall. Wiring can
Mounting be run through this “breakout” in the case
For proper orientation of the unit in relation to the when attaching the case in step 5.
mounting plate, loop wiring, and/or magnet, read 4. Install the mounting plate, with its case
all of this section before installing the unit. holding posts pointing up (in this example), in
the location selected as described in the
The description that follows assumes that the unit control unit’s installation instructions. Use the
will be mounted as shown in the diagrams, with flat head screws supplied.
the magnet (if used) located to the unit’s right. The 5. Attach the case back to the mounting plate
unit may, however, be installed in any direction, by sliding the keyhole slots in the case back
as long as the relationship of the unit to its down onto the mounting plate’s case holding
mounting plate and (if used) magnet is posts. The locking tab will click as the case
maintained. back locks in place.
Although two holes are provided in the unit that 6. If the unit’s reed switch is to be used,
would permit mounting directly to a surface (holes mount a No. 5799 Magnet (or equivalent;
‘A’ in Diagram 2) it is recommended that the obtain separately) adjacent to the alignment
mounting plate be used, for ease in removing the marks on the case and the mounting plate’s
unit for servicing should it become necessary. alignment strip (see Diagram 2).
Wiring Connections Note: Replace battery only with:
With the battery still not inserted, connect the Panasonic CR123A, Duracell DL123A,
contact loop (if used) to the unit’s loop terminals Sanyo CR123A, or ADEMCO 466.
(see diagram). The contact loop must use closed
circuit devices. The loop response time is a 3. To replace the cover, engage the hooks
nominal 100mSec. along one edge and snap shut.
Note: If the contact loop is not to be used, no
SPECIFICATIONS
connection is needed across its terminals.
Dimensions: 1-9/16”W x 3-1/16”H x 1-3/16”D
(40mm x 78mm x30mm)
BATTERY INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Battery: 3V Lithium (see Note in step 2 of
1. Remove the transmitter’s cover (if it is not BATTERY INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT)
already off) as described in Mounting Step 1.
2. Observe correct polarity and insert the BATTERY CAUTION: Risk of fire, explosion
battery provided into the battery holder (see and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
Diagram 2). Take care not to bend the above 212 F (100 C) or incinerate. Dispose of
antenna. used batteries promptly. Keep away from
children.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION STATEMENTS: The user shall not make any changes or
modifications to the equipment unless authorized by the Installation Instructions or User's Manual. Unauthorized
changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC/IC NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and RSS 210 of IC. Operation is subject to
the following 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.

TO THE INSTALLER: Regular maintenance and inspection (at least annually) by the installer and frequent testing
by the user are vital to continuous satisfactory operation of any alarm system. The installer should assume the
responsibility of developing and offering a regular maintenance program to the user, as well as acquainting the user
with the proper operation and limitations of the alarm system and its component parts. Recommendations must be
included for a specific program of frequent testing (at least weekly) to insure the system’s operation at all times.

REFER TO THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONTROL WITH WHICH THIS DEVICE IS
USED, FOR DETAILS REGARDING LIMITATIONS OF THE ENTIRE ALARM SYSTEM.

For Warranty Information on this product, please see:

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