C&K Active 5 Intruder Alarm Control Panel Engineering Manual

Installation and programming manual for the C&K Active 5 intruder alarm panel, covering wiring, factory defaults, programming options and specifications.


C&K Active 5 Intruder Alarm Control Panel Engineering Manual - cover page
Brand
C&K
Category
Anti-Theft Devices
Document type
Installation Guide
Language
English
Pages
15
File format
PDF
File size
89 KB
Published
09 November, 2026
Updated
09 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
1C81AC1065FA8DAD151A8A64A31431F0

About this manual

The Active 5 is a microprocessor-controlled intruder alarm panel with five programmable zones. Programming options are held in non-volatile memory and retained after a total power failure, and up to three remote keypads can be used on the system.

The manual covers system planning, factory defaults, software revision V3.0 specifications, mounting and wiring, remote keypad connection, setting options, alarm outputs, initial power up and programming options. It is intended for engineers installing and programming the panel.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • System Planning
  • Special Features
  • Factory Defaults
  • Specification for Software Revision Number V3.0
  • Wiring the Control Panel
  • Setting Options
  • Alarm Outputs
  • Initial Power Up
  • Option 4-X. Zone Programming

Specifications

Mains supply voltage230 v AC Nom
PSU output voltage13.6 v DC Nom
Maximum output current1 amp (total)
Aux current500 mA Max.
Operating temperature10 to 50 degrees centigrade
HumidityUp to 80% non condensing
Dimensions304 mm (W) 220 mm (H) 89 mm (D)
Control panel weight1.45 kg Excluding Batt
Standby battery2.6 Ah 12 v Rechargeable 6 Ah max.
Maximum cable run100 Metres

Frequently asked questions

How many zones does the Active 5 have?

The Active 5 has five zones, all of which are programmable.

How many remote keypads can be used on the system?

Up to three remote keypads can be used on the system.

What are the default user and engineer codes?

The default user/customer code is 1234 and the default engineer code is 7890.

What happens if three consecutive alarms occur from one zone during the SET period?

That zone will automatically be isolated to prevent repeated false alarms.

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