m-e BELL-501 TX Radio Doorbell Transmitter Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- m-e
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m-e BELL-501 TX Radio Doorbell Transmitter Instruction Manual
Radio doorbell transmitter models:
BELL-501 TX (1-family variant)
BELL-502 TX (2-family variant)
BELL-503 TX (3-family variant)
Thank you for purchasing this wireless doorbell transmitter from the Bell
series.
Please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future use.
This radio doorbell transmitter can be operated with battery or an external
power supply. If an external power supply is connected, the nameplate
illumination switches on automatically in the dark.
ATTENTION: If the radio doorbell transmitter is operated via an external power supply, batteries must not be used!
When the doorbell button is pressed, a radio signal is sent and the taught-in
receiver(s) plays the set melody.
Depending on the receiver model, the range is between 100 and 500 metres under
optimal conditions. The range is influenced by various factors, e.g. metal or
UPVC door frames, walls or other devices operating on the same frequency. All
receivers of the Bell series are compatible with this transmitter.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
Bell-501 TX
1-family radio bell push button
Mounting material
Operating and mounting instructions
Bell-502 TX
2-family radio bell push button
Fixing material
Operating and mounting instructions
Bell-503 TX
3-family radio bell push button
Fixing material
Operating and installation instructions
KEY
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= Radio doorbell transmitter (BELL-503 TX is shown)
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= Brightness sensor
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= Name plate(s)
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= Housing screws
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= Mounting holes
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= Sound selection button
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= Toggle switch ring tones (1-8 or 9-16)
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= Transmission control LED
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= Bell push button
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= Connection terminals
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= Nameplate illumination
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= Cable entry
MOUNTING
Note: The mounting location should be as even as possible to avoid distortion of the housing during mounting. If an external power supply is used, the connection cables at the mounting location should be in the centre of the lower third behind the bell push.
Opening the housing
Open the bell push button by unscrewing the housing screws (4) with a suitable
screwdriver (Torx T10) and then carefully lift off the front housing. Make
sure that the name plate(s) do not fall out.
Put the front housing and the silicone seal with the name plate(s) aside so
that they are not damaged during further assembly.
Mounting
You can use the rear casing as a drilling template. Align it at the mounting
location. Use a spirit level and mark the drill holes with a suitable pencil.
Drill the holes in the wall at the marked locations using a 6mm masonry drill
bit and insert one of the supplied wall plugs into each hole.
Note: If you are not mounting the bell push button on a stone wall, use
other mounting material accordingly (not included).
If an external power supply is to be connected, lead the connecting cable from
behind through the cable entry (12) into the housing.
Use the screws supplied to fix the rear housing to the wall.
Connection of external power supply
**** The connection of the external power supply can be made at the terminals
(10) as shown in figures 2. You do not need to pay attention to polarity.
Simply connect the two cables of the power supply on the far left and far
right to the connection terminals. The terminals are each double.
Use a power supply unit / transformer with 8 – 12 V AC or DC.
Battery operation
If the radio doorbell transmitter is to be operated with batteries, insert them according to the polarity markings in the battery compartment.
Caution: If the radio doorbell transmitter is operated via an external power supply, no batteries may be inserted!
Note: In battery operation, the nameplate illumination is not active as this would discharge the batteries very quickly.
Closing the housing
Insert the silicone seal with the nameplate(s) into the front casing and place both together on the assembled rear casing. Screw both enclosure parts together with the enclosure screws.
Note: You should only close the housing after the receiver(s) has/have beentuned in and the desired melody has been set.
COMMISSIONING
After connecting the power supply or inserting the batteries, the radio doorbell transmitter is ready for operation and can be taught-in to the receiver(s).
Teaching the receiver
Put the receiver to be taught into the learning mode as described in its
instructions. Usually, the code button on the receiver must be pressed for a
few seconds and the receiver emits a short tone as soon as the learning mode
is activated. Then press the ring button on the transmitter to which the
receiver is to respond. Successful learning is indicated by playing one of the
receiver’s melodies.
Setting the ring tone
After the receiver(s) has/have been tuned in, the ring tone can be set. With
the BELL system, the ringtone is set on the transmitter. This makes it
possible to identify different transmitters (e.g. one transmitter each at the
front and back door) by different melodies.
With the BELL 502 TX and BELL-503 TX models, a separate ring tone can also be
set for each residential party.
Press and hold the sound selection button (6) while pressing the bell button whose ring tone you want to set. The taught-in receiver plays a ring tone. Each time you press the ring button again (sound selection button still pressed simultaneously), the next ring tone is played on the receiver. Wait until the ring tone has been played before switching to the next ring tone. After the desired ring tone has been played, release the sound selection button and the tone is automatically stored.
Note: The ringtone switch (7) must be in position A (away from the
connection terminal) for all receivers with only 8 ringtones.
For receivers with 16 ringtones, 8 ringtones can be selected in switch
position A and 8 additional ringtones can be selected in switch position B.
Nameplate illumination
This radio doorbell transmitter is equipped with an automatic nameplate
illumination which switches on automatically when it is dark and switches off
again when it is bright.
Note: The nameplate illumination only works if the radio doorbell transmitter is operated with an external power supply.
Replacing the inscription field
The inscription field can be easily replaced. As shown in Fig. 1, carefully
use a suitable flat-blade screwdriver on the side of the nameplate and lever
it forward without damaging the housing. Underneath is the inscription field,
which can now be easily replaced.
The dimensions for the inscription field:
- BELL-501 TX: 52mm x 57mm
- BELL 502 TX: 52mm x 27mm (2x)
- BELL 503 TX: 52mm x 17mm (3x)
TECHNICAL DATA
- Operating voltage: 8-12V AC or DC or 2x battery type AAA (LR03)
- Power consumption: <1W
- Frequency: 434MHz ; <10mW
- Protection class: IP44
- Temperature range: -20°C to +55°C
NOTES
Exposure to strong static, electric or high-frequency fields (discharges, mobile phones, radio equipment, mobile phones, microwaves) may cause functional impairment.
Cleaning and care
The surface of the housing can be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with soapy water. Do not use abrasive cleaners or chemicals.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
We accept no liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by
improper handling or failure to observe the safety instructions. In such
cases, all warranty claims are invalidated!
For safety and approval reasons (CE), unauthorised conversion and/or
modification of the product is not permitted.
Do not carelessly leave the packaging material lying around, plastic foils/
bags, polystyrene parts etc. could become a dangerous toy for children.
Consult a professional if you have any doubts about the operation, safety or
connection of the appliance.
Handle the product with care – bumps, knocks or falling from even a small
height will damage it.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. This applies only if the appliance is used in the usual manner and is regularly maintained. The obligations of this warranty will be limited to the repair or re-installation of any part of the unit and will only apply on condition that no unauthorised modifications or attempted repairs have been made. Your statutory rights as a customer are in no way affected by this warranty.
Please note!
There is no entitlement to warranty in the following cases, among others:
- Operating errors
- Interference from other radio equipment (e.g. mobile phone operation)
- External interference/impacts
- Mechanical damage
- Moisture damage
- No proof of warranty (proof of purchase)
In the event of damage caused by non-observance of these operating instructions, the warranty claim becomes invalid. We accept no liability for consequential damage! We accept no liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by improper handling or non-observance of the safety instructions. In such cases, all warranty claims are invalidated!
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The manufacturer is not liable for loss or damage of any kind, including incidental or consequential damages, resulting directly or indirectly from the malfunction of this product.
These operating instructions are a publication of m-e GmbH modern-electronics,
An den Kolonaten 37, 26160 Bad Zwischenahn, Germany.
The operating instructions correspond to the technical status at the time of
going to press. We reserve the right to make changes in technology and
equipment.
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