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ACCESS CONTROLS
WIRELESS
E
©2012 Gates That Open, LLC
Driveway Alarm
I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L
A
C
D
B
PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL
PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL
Kit Includes:
PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL
A. Transmitter
B. Sensor
C. Receiver
How It Works:
The electromagnetic sensor detects vehicles
in motion and sends a signal to the indoor
receiver. The indoor receiver will chime when
it receives the signal.
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SYSTEMS
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D. Transformer
E. Mounting post (3 pcs)
Rev. 03.04.12
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Table of Contents
Summary of Contents for Mighty Mule FM231
- Page 1 ACCESS SYSTEMS PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL ACCESS SYSTEMS PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL ACCESS CONTROLS Driveway Alarm ACCESS WIRELESS I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L SYSTEMS Kit Includes: PROFESSIONAL RESIDENTIAL A. Transmitter D. Transformer B.
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Page 2: Installation Overview
Installation Overview Place the SENSOR immediately next to the driveway to maximize the sensing range, but at least 25 feet from roadways, neighbor’s driveways or large moving metal objects. Up to 400 ft. range The cable connecting the SENSOR and TRANSMITTER from transmitter to receiver allows for the placement of the TRANSMITTER away from the driveway in the concealment of landscape or closer... -
Page 3: Sensor Placement
Sensor Placement HOUSE or BUILDING where RECEIVER is located Determining Sensor Location 400 ft. Max Wireless IMPORTANT: Clear an area 25 ft. in all directions of metal tools, toys and automobiles, to prevent magnetic disturbance during testing and installation. • Determine the optimum location for the SENSOR using the information found in “Installation DRIVEWAY Overview.”... -
Page 4: Installing Transmitter Batteries
Installing Transmitter Batteries IMPORTANT: “AA” batteries must be installed at the site where the TRANSMITTER will be located to ensure proper calibration of the transmitter. • Make sure the SENSOR wire is plugged into the TRANSMITTER. • Temporarily place TRANSMITTER on the mounting post in ground. • With TRANSMITTER in desired location install two (2) “AA” batteries. Insert “AA” Batteries Placing Receiver and Testing System Receiver Placement •... -
Page 5: Sensitivity Adjustment
Permanently Install Sensor and Transmitter • Once the system is tested and working, remove the batteries and permanently install the SENSOR, SIGNAL CABLE and TRANSMITTER. • Bury the SENSOR approximately 1 ft. deep, flat and Leave 2-3 inches of wire parallel, next to the driveway. Transmitter approximately slack inside post so the 1 ft. above ground. transmitter can be remove without pulling plug loose •... -
Page 6: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting System not detecting vehicles: • Remove the outer cover from transmitter and check to see if LED blinks when a vehicle passes the sensor. The LED indicates that a vehicle was detected and it is transmitting. Up to 400 ft. range from transmitter to receiver • Is the distance to the base unit within the max range of Senses vehicles and 400 ft.? Remember that foliage, trees, and buildings in the large moving metal objects line of sight from transmitter to indoor unit will reduce the within a 12 ft. - Page 7 NOTES Wireless Driveway Alarm Instruction Manual • 03.04.12...
- Page 8 FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. In accordance with FCC Part 15, Section 15.21, the manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could VOID the user authority to operate the equipment.
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