Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; Figure 1. Front and Back View of DEFCON 3 Alarm Unit; Contents; DEFCON 3 alarm unit; DEFCON 3 AT A GLANCE
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Targus DEFCON 3 SecuritySystem - you have selected the most advanced personal property protectionavailable. Now your briefcase, computer, and other personal property areas safe on the road as they are in your home or office! This user’s guide prov...
Page 3 - Features; Level 1; ACTIVATING THE ALARM UNIT
Features Electronic Motion Sensor Triggers the alarm when motion isdetected. You can choose from twodifferent sensitivity settings. Level 1 - Low Motion Sensitivity (default) Level 2 - High Motion Sensitivity Alarm Volume 84dB - Low Volume 94dB - High Volume (default) Alarm Siren Choice of six diffe...
Page 6 - Installing Batteries; Figure 3. Installing Batteries in the Alarm Unit; Press and hold
5 Installing Batteries Figure 3. Installing Batteries in the Alarm Unit 1. Unscrew the end of the cable to detach it. 2. Remove the screw and battery cover from the back of the alarm unit. 3. Insert the batteries in place as shown in Figure 3. 4. Replace the battery cover and screw. 5. Reattach the ...
Page 7 - Programming a New Remote Control; Arming and Disarming; press and hold
6 Programming a New Remote Control When you need to program a new remote control for the alarm unit: 1. Remove the batteries from the alarm unit for at least 10 minutes. 2. Replace the batteries. 3. Press and hold either button on the remote control until the alarm unit beeps six times and the LED l...
Page 8 - Navigating Program Mode
7 PROGRAMMING DEFCON 3 FEATURES The DEFCON 3 has a Program Mode that enables you to tailor the alarmunit to your personal preferences through several advanced features. Accessing Program Mode 1. Make sure the alarm unit is not armed. 2. Press and hold the Program button on the remote control for thr...
Page 9 - Setting Motion Sensitivity; Note: The alarm siren will sound under the following conditions:
8 Setting Motion Sensitivity The DEFCON 3 alarm unit has two sensitivity settings: Low Motion Sensitivity (Level 1): First then . This setting triggers the alarm siren when the unit has detected continuousmotion for six seconds. This is the factory default. High Motion Sensitivity (Level 2): First t...
Page 11 - Exiting Program Mode; the Program button for three seconds. A special tone; Alarm Unit Low Battery Warning; any button on the remote control; either button on
10 Exiting Program Mode You may exit Program Mode at any time. To exit and save your selections, press and hold the Program button for three seconds. A special tone sounds with four rapid flashes from the left LED light . If no signal is received from the remote control for 20 seconds, the alarmunit...
Page 12 - SPECIFICATIONS; Alarm Characteristics:; CERTIFICATIONS; the following two conditions:
11 SPECIFICATIONS Power: Current Consumption (Armed/Disarmed): 0.16 - 1.6 mACurrent Consumption (Tripped): 60 mA Batteries: Alarm: Three (3) AAA Alkaline 1.5 VoltRemote Control: One (1) ANSI/NEDA 1811A or equivalent Battery Life: Alarm: up to 90 days with cable secured or 3 years with cable unsecure...
Page 13 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Problem
TROUBLESHOOTING Should you encounter any difficulties in operating your DEFCON 3Security System, review the following list of common problems andsolutions. If the problem remains unresolved, please contact our technicalsupport team. Problem Solution System does not operate Ensure batteries are prope...
Page 14 - Warranty registration at:
13 TECHNICAL SUPPORT In the unlikely event that you encounter problems with your TargusDEFCON 3 Security System, please use our Web site to contact oursupport group through email. Web site: www.targus.com Email: [email protected] Or, call Technical Support. Our knowledgeable staff is available ...
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