(iv) Re-locate/rotate the units. There are a number of reasons why the radio signals
may not reach all the smoke alarms in your system (see Section 6 on “Limitations of
Radio Communications”). Try rotating the units or re-locating the units (e.g. move them
away from metal surfaces or wiring) as this can significantly improve signal reception.
Rotating and/or relocating the units may move them out of the range of existing
units even though they may have already been House Coded correctly in the
system. It is important therefore to check that all detectors are communicating in
their final installed positions. If units are rotated and/or resited, we recommend that
all units are returned to the factory settings (press and hold the House Code switch
on for around 6 seconds until the amber light comes on solidly and then flashes
rapidly and stops. Release the House Code switch). Then House Code all units
again in their final positions as per Section 3 “Installation” paragraphs 10 - 13. The
RadioLINK interconnection should then be checked by counting the number of
flashes and button testing all units.
6. LIMITATIONS OF RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
Ei Electronics radio communication systems are very reliable and are tested to high
standards. However, due to their low transmitting power and limited range (required
by regulatory bodies) there are some limitations to be considered:
(i) Radio equipment, such as the Ei168RC RadioLINK Base, should be tested
regularly - at least weekly. This is to determine whether there are sources of
interference preventing communication. The radio paths may be disrupted by moving
furniture or renovations, and so regular testing will help identify these and other faults,
so that they can be rectified (see Section 5).
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