Targus DEFCON 3 User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Should you encounter any difficulties in operating your DEFCON 3
Security System, review the following list of common problems and
solutions. If the problem remains unresolved, please contact our technical
support team.
Problem
Solution
System does not operate
Ensure batteries are properly installed
in both the remote control and the
alarm unit; battery cover screw is
in place; cable is inserted completely;
check/replace batteries.
Frequent false alarms
Motion sensitivity may be too high.
Set alarm unit to Level 1 (low).
Alarm does not sound
Motion sensitivity may be too low.
Set alarm unit to Level 2 (high);
check/replace batteries.
Siren is not loud enough
Volume setting may be low. Program
alarm volume to loud setting (94dB);
check/replace batteries.
Remote control range is poor
Remote control range can be affected
and reduced by the environment in
which it is used. This is not a
problem with the device. Replace
remote control battery.
Personal settings are not active
If you recently replaced the batteries,
you may need to reprogram your
selections. The DEFCON 3 has a very
short memory with the batteries
removed. Check/replace batteries.
LED lights do not illuminate
Unit is disarmed; check/replace
the batteries.
Need a replacement or additional
If you need to replace the remote
remote control
control or require an additional one,
contact Targus Customer Service at
877-4Targus (877-482-7487).
Need replacement screws for
If you need to replace a lost screw,
battery cover
contact Targus Customer Service at
877-4Targus (877-482-7487).
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