Winland Electronics VAL-1 - Manual (Page 11)

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VERVIEW
The Vehicle Alert is a simple to use vehicle motion detection system that operates on the principle that any moving ferrous
metal object will distort the Earth’s magnetic field to some degree. The technology used to measure this distortion is one of
the most reliable forms of outdoor protection available. Unlike other outdoor motion detectors that sense heat, vibration or
change in position of an object, the Vehicle Alert will sense only moving iron or steel. This makes the Vehicle Alert a selective
sensor, reducing the possibility of false alarms from animals, falling tree branches, or people in an outdoor environment. By
selectively placing the Vehicle Alert probe, you can detect vehicles entering or leaving an area as well as the unauthorized
movement of a parked vehicle such as your car, a boat, or motor home. Objects not constructed of iron or steel can also be
monitored by equipping them with a large magnet. When the object is moved past the probe, the Vehicle Alert will activate.
Follow the instructions for temporary installation and try your own ideas such as monitoring the opening of steel garage
doors or the movement of other selected objects.
Once power is applied to the control console, a built-in start-up interval activates the six-minute Exit Delay. Both of the
LEDs on the Vehicle Alert console should be on. At this time, the Vehicle Alert is unable to sound an alarm. Once the Exit
Delay indicator has gone out, the unit is active. Pressing the Test button on the front of the console, will sound the alarm
and the relay outputs will switch. The buzzer time is adjustable. Refer to the Final Checkout section of this manual to set the
duration.
The Exit Delay button is used to disable the Vehicle Alert for a period of approximately six minutes. This delay can be used
to allow a vehicle to leave the monitored area without activating the buzzer or any accessories connected to the Vehicle
Alert. Likewise, if the lawn is being mowed or other work is being done in the area of the probe, the Exit Delay can be used
to disable the console for short periods of time. Lightning storms that are close to the location of the probe can cause a
disturbance in the area that the Vehicle Alert is monitoring. The Exit Delay can be used to disable the console until the storm
passes. If the console needs to be disabled for longer periods of time, unplug the power supply from the wall outlet. After
the disturbance has passed, plug the power supply back in and allow the Exit Delay timer to reset. The console will again be
operational.
If more than one location needs to be monitored, one additional probe can be connected to the Vehicle Alert console. The
addition of a second probe, however, will result in a decreased monitoring area for both probes.
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PECIFICATIONS
Power Requirement 10 to 14VDC @ 100mA
Buzzer 88dB @ 30 cm @ 12 VDC; continuous
Exit Delay 6 minutes (fixed)
Auxiliary Relay 2 Form A (N.O.)
500 mA @ 24 VDC/VAC
Cable Direct burial 22 AWG shielded twisted pair with ground (drain) wire
Max Number of Probes 2
Max Cable Run 2,500’ (762 m)
Console Operating Range 32 to 132° F (0 to 55° C); non-condensing environments (indoor only)
Console Weight 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
Console Dimensions 6.55 x 4.70 x 1” (16.6 x 11.9 x 2.54 cm)
Console Mounting Standard 3-gang electrical box
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ARRANTY
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and factory workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when properly installed and operated under normal conditions
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disclose to Winland’s satisfaction to have been originally defective. Correction of such defects by repair to, or supplying replacements for, defective
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