User manual CHAMBERLAIN EWC485 INSTALLATION

[. . . ] EWC485 Range Test 1 The Elite Processor MUST have this sticker to use the wireless communicator. Firmware version 6. 11 or later. WIRELESS Compatible WIRE com Stronger Signal Less Interference communicator 2 Screw antennas on TIGHT. Loose antennas will affect the signal strength! Compnicator atible mu LESS 3 Unlock the units and open doors. [. . . ] Try raising the units up, above the rooftops if necessary to clear any obstacles. The higher the units, the less interference they will encounter. Keep antenna clear from metal surfaces or any obstructions that can weaken the signal strength. 7 Both units must be set to the same FACILITY FREQUENCY. If they are not the same, follow Step 5 on the manual to set the frequencies on both units. 5 8 Connect the battery wires to the removable power connector. When BOTH units have been powered up, a CONTINUOUS tone will be heard from both units indicating strong signals are being transmitted and received. 9 Close and lock the units placing the LOCAL unit in its final position near the telephone entry system. Recommend minimum 8 feet above ground. Test the battery packs with a voltmeter for 12VDC. Weak batteries will produce undependable test results. Part Number 41A6082 10 Take the REMOTE unit to the desired remote access point and place it in its final position. A continuous tone should be heard indicating that the range is OK. The units can now be permanently installed in their current positions. Use the supplied transformer for permanent power. Discard battery pack. Try changing the FACILITY FREQUENCY of the units. [. . . ] 3" Side View 114A2969 The earth ground rod must be located within 3 feet from the wireless communicator. Make sure the unit is set to OPERATING MODE. ® Call for toll free technical support: 1-800-582-2806 © 2004 The Chamberlain Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved TM 845 Larch Avenue Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-1196 [. . . ]