|
 |
| Q: |
Are
the batteries included? Top |
| A: |
No. Six standard “D”
size batteries are required to operate this Sensaphone
during power failure. |
|
|
| Q: |
What
conditions can be monitored right out of the box? Top |
| A: |
Everything you need to monitor
power, temperature and sound are included with this
Sensaphone. The temperature sensor will report the
exact temperature wherever the Sensaphone is located.
To measure the temperature at a different nearby
location, the Remote Temperature Sensor is available
(sold separately). |
|
|
| Q: |
What’s
the difference between 1104 & 1108? Top |
| A: |
The Sensaphone 1104 and 1108
are similar in operation. The 1104 allows connection
of up to four sensors (including the temperature
sensor which comes with the unit) as well as calls
up to four people or pagers. The 1108 allows attachment
of up to eight sensors and calls eight people or
pagers. |
|
|
| Q: |
Can
I run this off a 12V battery? Top |
| A: |
This Sensaphone includes a 110VAC
power supply which supplies a controlled low-voltage
AC supply to the Sensaphone. If your requirements
demand 12V DC operation, please contact our Technical
Support department for specific information regarding
DC operation of our products. |
|
|
| Q: |
Can
this be used with digital phone line? Top |
| A: |
No. All of our Sensaphone products
require attachment to a standard telephone line.
Sensaphone systems are not designed to operated
with digital phone systems such as might be located
in a private office. This is because each telephone
system manufacturer operates their systems differently.
Additionally, our systems do not operate on ISDN
networks. |
|
|
| Q: |
Can
this product speak a foreign language? Top |
| A: |
This Sensaphone will offer status
reports and alarm reports in the English language only.
If you require a specific language, a more advanced
Sensaphone may be for you. Contact one of our Sales
Associates for assistance in determining which Sensaphone
will accommodate your language needs. |
|
|
| Q: |
Can I install a Sensaphone 1104 or 1108 directly into a greenhouse or barn? Top |
| A: |
Yes. This Sensaphone is ideal
for use in just about any application. However,
when using a Sensaphone in any environment that
is subject to moisture, or outdoor conditions, care
should be used when locating the unit. Often, one
of the higher-end Sensaphone models may be better
suited for this environment, which include a NEMA
watertight enclosure. Contact a Sensaphone Sales
Associate to discuss your specific application further. |
|
|
| Q: |
Which
applications are the line seizure models best suited
for? Top |
| A: |
The Sensaphone 1104 and 1108 are available in a version that supports Line Seizure. Line Seizure means that when the Sensaphone needs to make an important alarm call, it will disconnect anyone currently using the telephone line so that a clear line is available. This is important if you need 100% ability delivery of the alarm message. Line Seizure is desirable if you intend to for the Sensaphone to share the same telephone with other systems or people. The Sensaphone must be the first ‘device’ on the telephone line and the other devices plug into the Sensaphone. To obtain the Sensaphone 1104 with line seizure, ask for model number FGD-1114. For the 1108 with Line Seizure, ask for the model number FGD-1118. If you are unsure if your application requires line seizure, contact a Sensaphone Sales Associate to discuss your requirements. |
|
|
| Q: |
What’s
the max length of wire I can use between the dialer
and the sensor? Top |
| A: |
This Sensaphone can support sensors
as far away as 1,000’. All that is required
is either category-3 (standard telephone) wire or
category-5 (computer wire). You may also use any
wire which is between 22g and 24g. |
|
|
| Q: |
Can
a desktop dialer be used in Europe? Top |
| A: |
Yes. Many of our Sensaphone systems
can operate in just about any country. The Desktop
models are available with several power options
for 220V 50Hz. |
|
|
| Q: |
Can
Sensaphone share the phoneline with another phone
or device? Top |
| A: |
Yes. If you have a telephone
answering machine attached to your telephone line,
the Sensaphone can be instructed to allow you to
call into your Sensaphone without having the answering
machine answer the telephone call. |
|
|
| Q: |
Is
there a monthly fee involved? Top |
| A: |
No. There are never any monthly
fees for monitoring with a Sensaphone system. With
a Sensaphone, you own the monitoring system and
you control who it calls. |
|
|
| Q: |
Do
I need to hire a professional to install a Sensaphone 1108? Top |
| A: |
No. The Sensaphone Desktop models
are very easy to setup and program. Generally, setup
can be completed in as little as 10 minutes. But
if you have special requirements such as unique
wiring needs or special sensors, you may wish to
enlist the assistance of an installer. Just about
anybody whose job is to handle low voltage wiring
can assist in the installation of sensors and wiring.
If you are unsure if your application will require
special installation, contact our Technical Support
department and they can assist you in determining
how much installation may or may not be required. |
|
