This equipment is UL listed in accordance with standard UL1023
(Household Burglar - Alarm System Units), standard UL985
(Household Fire Warning Units) and UL1635 (Digital Alarm
Communicator System Units).
This equipment has the capability of being programmed for
operational features that are not allowed for UL recognized
installations. To stay within the standard for household applications,
the installer should use the following guidelines when configuring
the system.
1. ALL components of the system should be UL listed for the
intended application. Note elsewhere in this manual,
recommendations for smoke detectors and battery to be used
with this equipment.
2. If this system is configured for “Fire”, the installer should refer to
NFPA Standards #74 for details on locating smoke detectors.
When the "Fire" feature is enabled, there must be at least one UL
recognized indoor Fire Alarm Warning Signaling Appliance.
3. Maximum allowed entry time = 45 seconds
Maximum allowed exit time = 60 seconds
Minimum allowed bell cutoff time = 4 minutes
4. User bypass must be enabled so that a user code is required to
bypass zones.
5. The installer should caution the user to NOT give system
information to casual users. Eg. Codes, bypass methods, etc. to
babysitters or home service people. Only the “One-Time” use
code should be given to the casual user.
6. The installer should advise the user and note in the user manual:
• Service organization name and telephone number
• The programmed exit time
• The programmed entry time
7. Remote programming must be disabled.
8. The Master Code should be changed from the factory default
setting and the new Master Code recorded in the User Manual.
9. To achieve 24 hour battery stand-by, the combined AUX and
Alarm Load shall not exceed 90mA and 600mA respectively. A
12V 7.0Ah sealed lead-acid battery shall be employed.
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Features
Specifications
Keypad Programmable
The PC1550 is complete with a default program so that it is
operational with a minimum of programming. The control panel is
completely programmable from the keypad.
EEPROM Memory
The panel uses EEPROM memory which will retain all program
information even if AC and battery power are removed from the
panel. The EEPROM memory can be reprogrammed thousands of
times.
Static/Lightning Protection
The PC1550 has been carefully designed and tested to provide
reliable protection against static and lightning induced transients.
Our special “Zap-Trac” circuit board design catches high voltage
transients right at the wiring terminals, and transient protection
devices are placed in all critical areas to further reduce damaging
voltages.
Supervision
• Low or disconnected battery
• Loss of AC power
• Fuse open
• Loss of time on system clock
• Microprocessor “Watchdog” circuit
Operation
• Download / Upload capability
• Programmable auto downloading
• 60 sec bypass of zones on power up
• Swinger shutdown
• Transmission delay
• Six access codes
• “Master key” code
• Any one of the six zones may be programmed as a fire zone
• Temporal Fire Pattern
• Programmable test transmission
• Zone bypass from the keypad
• Six zones
• Bell / Siren zone
• Programmable output
• Three dedicated keys (Fire/Auxiliary/Panic)
• Backlit, aesthetically pleasing keypad
PC1550 Control Panel
• Six fully programmable zones
- EOL resistor supervised option
- any one of the six zones may be programmed as a fire zone
- maximum zone loop resistance: 100 ohms
• Bell / Siren outputs: 1 amp
- steady for burglary
- pulsed for fire
• Programmable output: 300 mA
12 programmable options
• Auxiliary power output: 475 mA
• PC1500RK keypad, 3 maximum
• Sealed Battery 11 V
• Transformer: 16 V
• Panel dimensions:
- 10" high x 8" wide x 3" deep (254 x 208 x 76 mm)
- Surface mount
• Panel colour: light beige
DC, 4 Ah minimum
AC, 40 VA
PC1500RK Keypad
• Three keypad activated zones:
Fire , Auxiliary, Panic
• Backlit keys
• 5 system lights:
Ready , Arme d , Memory , Bypass, Trouble
• 6 zone lights
• Keypad dimensions:
- 4.5" H × 4.5" W × 0.93" D (114 × 114 × 23.6 mm)
- Surface mount
• Keypad colour: mist
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Installation
Mounting the Panel
Select a dry location close to an unswitched AC source and close
to the telephone line connection. Remove the printed circuit board,
the mounting hardware and the keypad from the cardboard retainer
inside the cabinet. Before attaching the cabinet to the wall, press
the four white nylon printed circuit board mounting studs into the
cabinet from the back. Once the cabinet is mounted to the wall, pull
all the cables into the cabinet and prepare them for connection.
Use a meter to test the wiring for opens, shorts and grounds. Press
the circuit board onto the white nylon mounting studs. Complete all
wiring to the control panel before applying AC power or connecting
the battery.
NOTE: See the Control Panel Wiring Diagram on the inside
back cover for more information.
Mounting the Keypad
Keypads should be located close to the designated “Entry-Exit”
door(s) and mounted at a height convenient for all users.
NOTE: Complete all wiring to the control panel before applying AC
power or connecting the battery.
Auxiliary Power Connection
The auxiliary power supply can be used to
power keypads, motion detectors and
other devices that require 11 V
DC. See the
Fire Zone Wiring section for the connection
of 4-wire smoke detectors. The total load
for the auxiliary power output must be
calculated for all devices connected
across the AUX +/- terminals and for
devices connected between the AUX +
and PGM terminals. The output current
cannot exceed 475 mA. Allow 35 mA for
each PC1500RK keypad connected to
the panel.
AUX
LOAD
LOAD
FUSE
1 A
11VD C
PGM Terminal Connections
The PGM terminal is a switched negative output which can be
controlled by various programming options (See Programming
Guide section [24]). Devices controlled by the PGM output must be
connected between the PGM terminal, which is (-) and the Aux. (+)
terminal.
Bell/Siren Connection
Observe polarity when connecting siren drivers, sirens and polarized
bells.
Keypad Wiring
Up to three keypads may be connected in parallel. Do not connect
multiple keypads on the same keypad wire run. For Standby
Loading purposes, use a current draw of 35 mA per keypad. This
represents the panel in the disarmed state with two zones open.
Fire Zone Wiring
Any one of the 6 zones may be programmed as a Fire Loop. See
Programming Guide section [11].
Smoke detectors should be the latching type and have N.O. alarm
initiating contacts. Power wiring from the AUX + / PGM terminals
should be supervised using an RM-1 relay after the last smoke
detector. The RM-1 N.O. contacts (closed with power applied)
should be wired in series with the alarm initiating end-of-line
resistor so that should power to the detector(s) fail, a fire loop
trouble will be initiated.
Burglary Zone Wiring
Burglary zone definition, (eg. Delay, Instant, 24 Hr. etc.) is
programmed via the keypad. See the Programming Guide, section
[11].
COM Z2
Z1
EOL RESI ST OR
LOOPS USING
NO & NC
DEVICES
NC
END OF LINE
NO
RESISTO R
1kΩ 0.5W
END OF LINE
RESISTO R
1kΩ 0.5W
NC
NC
EOL RESI ST OR
LOOPS USING
NC DEVICES
ONLY
NOTE: For UL installations, zone inputs must be terminated with
normally closed initiating devices or end of line resistors
(1K ohm).
AC Power Wiring
Complete all wiring to the control panel before connecting AC
power or the battery. Do not plug the transformer into an outlet that
is controlled by a switch.
Battery Connection
If the battery is reverse connected, the 5 A fuse will blow. The
battery charging voltage is factory set and normally needs no
adjustment. If the battery charging voltage is out of adjustment,
contact your service representative.
NOTE:
The battery charging voltage must not be adjusted on UL-
listed systems.
If AC power is OFF and the battery voltage is approximately 9.5 V
or lower, the battery will be disconnected and the panel will power
down. To power up again, the AC will have to be re-established.
Telephone Line Wiring
NOTE: Ensure that plugs and jacks meet the dimension, tolerance
WARNING
FCC restricts using this equipment on certain types of telephone
lines. Read FCC Compliance Statement at the end of this manual.
Also, do not use this equipment on a telephone line equipped with
a “call holding” feature, as the tone generated may interfere with
the communicator operations.
Do not connect the alarm panel communicator to telephone
lines intended for use with facsimile (FAX) machines. These
lines may incorporate a voice filter which disconnects the line
if other than FAX signals are detected, resulting in incomplete
transmissions.
and metallic plating requirements of 47 C.F.R. Part 68,
Subpart F.
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Guidelines for Locating Smoke Detectors
BedroomBedroom
Basement
Living
Room
Dining
Room
Experience has shown that all hostile fires in family living units
generate smoke to a greater or lesser extent. Experiments using
typical fires in family living units indicate that detectable quantities
of smoke precede detectable levels of heat in most cases. For
these reasons, NFPA standard 72 requires smoke detectors to be
installed outside of each sleeping area and on each additional
story of the family unit.
The following information is for general guidance only and it is
recommended that NFPA standard 72 be consulted and that the
smoke detector manufacturer's literature be used for detailed
installation instructions.
It is recommended that additional smoke detectors beyond those
required be installed for increased protection. The added areas
include: basement, bedrooms, dining rooms, furnace room, utility
room and hallways not protected by the required detectors.
FIG. 3: A smoke detector should be located on each story of theFIG. 3: A smoke detector should be located on each story of the
FIG. 3: A smoke detector should be located on each story of the
FIG. 3: A smoke detector should be located on each story of theFIG. 3: A smoke detector should be located on each story of the
living unit.living unit.
living unit.
living unit.living unit.
BedroomBedroom
Ceiling
Bedroom
Acceptable
here
Living RoomKitchen
FIG. 1: A smoke detector should be located between theFIG. 1: A smoke detector should be located between the
FIG. 1: A smoke detector should be located between the
FIG. 1: A smoke detector should be located between theFIG. 1: A smoke detector should be located between the
sleeping area and the rest of the family unit.sleeping area and the rest of the family unit.
sleeping area and the rest of the family unit.
sleeping area and the rest of the family unit.sleeping area and the rest of the family unit.
(0.1m)
NEVER
HERE
Top of detector
acceptable here
4"
4"
(0.1m)
Max.
12"
(0.3m)
Max.
Living
Room
Dining
Room
Family Room
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
FIG. 2: In the family living units with more than one sleepingFIG. 2: In the family living units with more than one sleeping
FIG. 2: In the family living units with more than one sleeping
FIG. 2: In the family living units with more than one sleepingFIG. 2: In the family living units with more than one sleeping
area, a smoke detector should be located to protect eacharea, a smoke detector should be located to protect each
area, a smoke detector should be located to protect each
area, a smoke detector should be located to protect eacharea, a smoke detector should be located to protect each
sleeping area.sleeping area.
sleeping area.
sleeping area.sleeping area.
4
Kitchen
Wall
NOTE: Measurements shown are to
the closest edge of the detector.
FIG. 4: Smoke Detector mounting - “Dead” Air Space. TheFIG. 4: Smoke Detector mounting - “Dead” Air Space. The
FIG. 4: Smoke Detector mounting - “Dead” Air Space. The
FIG. 4: Smoke Detector mounting - “Dead” Air Space. TheFIG. 4: Smoke Detector mounting - “Dead” Air Space. The
smoke from a fire generally rises to the ceiling, spreads outsmoke from a fire generally rises to the ceiling, spreads out
smoke from a fire generally rises to the ceiling, spreads out
smoke from a fire generally rises to the ceiling, spreads outsmoke from a fire generally rises to the ceiling, spreads out
across the ceiling surface and begins to bank down from theacross the ceiling surface and begins to bank down from the
across the ceiling surface and begins to bank down from the
across the ceiling surface and begins to bank down from theacross the ceiling surface and begins to bank down from the
ceiling. The corner where the ceiling and wall meet is an airceiling. The corner where the ceiling and wall meet is an air
ceiling. The corner where the ceiling and wall meet is an air
ceiling. The corner where the ceiling and wall meet is an airceiling. The corner where the ceiling and wall meet is an air
space into which the smoke may have difficulty penetrating. Inspace into which the smoke may have difficulty penetrating. In
space into which the smoke may have difficulty penetrating. In
space into which the smoke may have difficulty penetrating. Inspace into which the smoke may have difficulty penetrating. In
most fires, this “dead” air space measures about 4 in. (0.1m)most fires, this “dead” air space measures about 4 in. (0.1m)
most fires, this “dead” air space measures about 4 in. (0.1m)
most fires, this “dead” air space measures about 4 in. (0.1m)most fires, this “dead” air space measures about 4 in. (0.1m)
along the ceiling from the corner and about 4 in. (0.1m) downalong the ceiling from the corner and about 4 in. (0.1m) down
along the ceiling from the corner and about 4 in. (0.1m) down
along the ceiling from the corner and about 4 in. (0.1m) downalong the ceiling from the corner and about 4 in. (0.1m) down
the wall as shown in Figure 4. Detectors should not be placedthe wall as shown in Figure 4. Detectors should not be placed
the wall as shown in Figure 4. Detectors should not be placed
the wall as shown in Figure 4. Detectors should not be placedthe wall as shown in Figure 4. Detectors should not be placed
in the dead” air space.in the dead” air space.
in the dead” air space.
in the dead” air space.in the dead” air space.
Keypad Functions
Introduction
The PC1500RK remote keypad provides complete information and
control of the PC1550 control panel. The panel can be fully
programmed from the keypad. The 6 zone lights provide alarm and
status indication for the alarm circuits. Each zone can be
programmed to be a burglary zone or a fire zone.
Master Code
This code is used to arm and disarm the panel, to reset the bells
after an alarm, program up to 5 additional codes using [
to enter other user functions using [
program allows the user to change the Master Code. The panel can
be programmed, by the installer, so the user cannot change the
Master Code. The default Master Code is “1234”. See [13] 2nd
System Option Code.
][6]. The panel default
∗
][5], and
∗
2nd Master Code
A second Master Code can be programmed. This code can be
changed by the installer only, and is useful where there are multiple
panels in a complex. The 2nd Master Code may be used as a
“Master Key”. The default 2nd Master Code is blank.
Installer’s Programming Code
The default Installer’s Programming Code is “1500”. Using this
code and [
enter panel program information. This code can be changed by the
installer.
][8], the installer can gain access to the system to
∗
Arming
Before arming the panel, close all protected doors and windows and
stop movement in areas covered by motion detectors. If the “Trouble”
light is on, check for the type of trouble ([
condition. If the “Bypass” light is on, insure that the zones bypassed
are bypassed intentionally, ([
or more zones are open. The system can only be armed when the
“Ready” light is ON. To arm, enter a 4 digit access code. As each
digit is entered, the keypad sounder will beep. When the correct
access code has been entered the “Armed” light will come ON and
the keypad will beep 6 times. If the access code has been entered
incorrectly, the keypad will sound one long tone. Press the [#] key
and enter the access code again.
Once the panel has been armed, exit through the designated entry/
exit door before the exit delay time expires. At the end of the
allowed exit time, all lights on the keypad will go out except the
“Armed” light. The “Bypass” light will be ON if a zone is bypassed
and if Show Bypassed Status While Armed is programmed in
section [31], zone light 4 ON.
See [17] System Times for instructions on changing the Exit Delay
time.
][1]). If the “Ready” light is not on, one
∗
][2]) and correct the fault
∗
Auto-Bypass/Home-Away Arming
Interior zones can be programmed as Home-Away zones (section
[11]). This means that when a correct access code is entered, and
you do not
delay time, arm with interior zones automatically bypassed if those
interior zones have been programmed as “Home-Away” zones. The
“Bypass” light will come ON. This is a convenience feature for the
user who wishes to remain at home with the system armed.
To reactivate the interior zones that have been automatically bypassed,
press [
were programmed as Home-Away with delay, the “Bypass” light will
go out after the delay. This command is a quick method of fully arming
the system before going to bed and is useful for the user who has a
keypad outside areas protected by interior zones.
exit the premises, the system will, at the end of the exit
][1]. The “Bypass” light will go out. If the bypassed zones
∗
Arming Without Entry Delay
To eliminate the Entry Delay, arm the system using [∗][9] [ access
code]. An exit may be made as in normal arming. The system will
arm as described above in Auto-Bypass / Home-Away arming
whether an exit is made or not. The “Armed” light will flash to
indicate that the system is armed without the entry delay.
Disarming
Enter the premises through the designated entry-exit door. The
keypad sounder will be on as a reminder to disarm the system. Go
to the keypad and enter a valid access code. If an error is made
entering the code, press [#] and enter the correct code. The
“Armed” light will go out and the sounder will stop. The correct
access code must be entered before the entry time expires or the
panel will go into alarm. To change the entry time see section [17]
System Times.
If an alarm occurred while the panel was armed, upon disarming the
“Memory” light and the zone light(s) of the zone(s) that caused the
alarm will flash for two minutes. Pressing [#] will stop the flashing,
extinguish the zone light(s) and return the panel to the ready mode.
The “Memory” light will stay on steady to indicate that an alarm did
occur during the last armed period. To view the zone(s) that
caused the alarm, see Alarm Memory Display [
∗
][3].
Zone Bypassing
[
]+[1]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
A bypassed zone will not be armed and will not sound an alarm.
Use zone bypassing when access is needed to part of a protected
area or if damage to contacts or wiring cannot be repaired
immediately. The panel can be armed with one or more zones
bypassed even if the zone(s) are open. The “Ready” light will be ON
and the “Bypass” light will be ON if a zone is bypassed. A fire zone
cannot
Zone bypasses are automatically cancelled when the panel is
disarmed.
NOTE: Any zone defined as 24 Hour Bell, 24 Hour Bell/Buzzer, or
24 Hour Buzzer can not be bypassed while that zone is violated. To
bypass a 24 Hour zone, the zone must be physically restored.
be bypassed.
To Bypass Zones:
Enter [∗][1] - the “Bypass” light will start flashing.
Enter [zone number to be bypassed]; the zone light will come ON
to indicate that the zone is bypassed. To remove a bypass, enter
the zone number and the zone light will go OFF. Continue entering
the zone numbers for the zones you want bypassed. Press [#] to
return to Ready.
To Recall Bypassed Zones:
Enter [∗][1][9]
This command will recall the last zone or group of zones that were
bypassed. This feature is useful if the same group of zones is
bypassed regularly.
Bypass Disable:
The installer can program the panel to prevent the user from being
able to bypass certain zones. Lights for these zones will not come
ON in response to the bypass command. See Zone Bypass Mask
(section [16]).
Trouble Conditions
[
]+[2]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
The PC1550 continuously monitors a number of trouble conditions.
If one of these conditions occurs, the keypad “Trouble” light will
come ON and the buzzer will sound two short beeps every 10
seconds. To silence the buzzer, press [#]. The buzzer will stop but
the “Trouble” light will remain ON until the trouble condition is
cleared. See section [10] Maintenance Alarms and Restorals for a
list of codes that can be transmitted to the monitoring station.
To view the trouble condition, press [
1. Low Battery. If the battery voltage is low, the battery is
disconnected or the battery fuse is blown, a trouble will be
displayed and can be reported.
∗
][2].
5
2. AC Failure. On loss of AC power, the “Trouble” light will come
ON immediately, but the keypad buzzer will not sound. The
keypad buzzer will sound if AC power remains off and the
battery reaches a low voltage. The delay before transmitting AC
Fail can be programmed from 1 to 255 minutes. See Programming
Section [17].
3. Fuse Failure - Bell / Siren or AUX Output. A trouble is displayed
if the Bell / Siren fuse is open. If the AUX output fuse fails, it will
not be displayed but will be transmitted if programmed to do so.
4. Unsuccessful Communication Attempt If the digital
communicator is unsuccessful at communicating with the
monitoring station after 8 attempts at each phone number that
is tried, a trouble is generated. See section [15], Communication
Variables. If a later attempt at communication is successful, the
trouble is cleared. The trouble can also be cleared by pressing
[#] to exit from the trouble view mode.
5. Fire Alarm Circuit Trouble An open circuit on the zone
programmed as a fire loop will initiate a trouble. See Zone
Definitions section [11].
6. Loss of Time on System Clock When the PC1550 is powered
up or reset, the internal time of day clock needs to be reset to the
correct time. The trouble will be cleared after entering the
trouble view mode and pressing [#] to exit. The trouble will also
be cleared on any attempt to set the time of day. See [
Function Command for setting the clock. Press [#] to return to
Ready. NOTE: A trouble will not be generated if both the test
transmission and Auto-Arm times are not programmed with valid
times.
NOTE:
If [9] is pressed while in the trouble display mode, the most
recent trouble will be displayed on the zone lights. This trouble
memory is most useful as a diagnostic tool when installing and
servicing the PC1550. Press [#] to return to “Ready”.
][6] User
∗
Alarm Memory
[
]+[3]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
Alarms caused during the previous armed period are stored in
memory. To view these alarms, press [
will flash and the alarm(s) will be displayed on the flashing zone
lights.
In addition to the last alarm memory, there are two history levels.
After entering the memory mode, pressing any key [0] to [9] will
display the two other levels of alarm history. Each time a key is
pressed, the keypad will beep 1, 2 or 3 times to indicate which level
of history is being viewed.
When the panel is armed, and if there is an alarm in the 1st level,
the 1st level is cleared and the contents moved to the 2nd level. The
2nd level contents are moved to the 3rd level and the 3rd level
contents are discarded. The “Memory” light will be ON only if there
was an alarm during the previous armed period. Press [#] to return
to Ready.
] [3]. The “Memory” light
∗
Downloading Callup Command
[
]+[4]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
This command is used to initiate a call to the downloading computer
so that the panel can be accessed by the computer. This command
must be enabled in section [14], option [ 2]. Sections [26], [27] and
[28] must be programmed with the downloading computer’s
telephone number, the downloading access code and the panel
identification code. NOTE: [
to require an access code (e.g. [
[14], option [4].
][4] command can be programmed
∗
][4][access code]) in section
∗
User Programming Commands
[
]+[5]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
Pressing [∗][5] allows the user to program access codes 2 through
6. The 1st access code is the Master Code, which the installer may
6
choose not to allow the user to program (section [13] option [2]).
The 6th code may be changed from a regular code into a “onetime” use or “Maid’s Code”. See section [13] option [5].
NOTE:
The One-time Use code is only cleared when it is used to
arm. If the Quick-Arm command [
time” code will not be erased.
][0] is used to arm, the “one-
∗
Programming Access Codes:
Enter [∗][5][Master Code] to enter the access code programming
mode. The “Memory”, “Bypass” and “Trouble” lights will begin to
flash. The zone lights are used to indicate the program status of the
6 access codes.
Zone LightAccess Code Status
OFFCode not programmed
steadyCode programmed
FlashingCode being programmed
Upon entering this programming mode, the 1st zone light will be
ON to indicate that the Master Code is programmed with the
Factory Default Code (“1234”). The Master Code may be changed
here if the user has been enabled to change the master code, or
in section [21] by the installer.
Changing or Adding a Code
To change access codes 1 to 6, press the corresponding key (1 to 6).
The corresponding zone light will begin to flash. Enter the new four
digit number. Do not use the [
digit number. After the four digits are entered, the keypad will beep 3
times and the zone light will come on steady. If you are changing an
existing code, the new code will replace the old one. If you wish to
program another code, press the number key for the code to be
programmed and enter the new 4-digit code. Press [#] to exit.
] key or [#] key when entering the four
∗
Erasing a Code
To erase a code, enter [∗][5][Master Code]. Press the key of the
code you wish to erase. The zone light for that code number will
flash. Enter [
NOTE:
The Master Code cannot be erased. If the Master Code is
forgotten and the panel is left disarmed, program a new Master
Code using the [
2nd Master Code to reprogram the Master Code.
].
∗∗∗∗
][8][Installer’s Code][21] command or use the
∗
EEPROM Reset
If the Master Code is forgotten and the panel is armed, see
Programming Section [30] for the hardware method of resetting the
panel to the factory default condition. A software reset to factory
defaults cannot be performed if the panel is armed. Reset is not
necessary if the 2nd Master Code is programmed.
User Function Commands
[
]+[6]+[Master Code]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
This function is used to set the System Clock time and to set the
Auto-Arm time as well as toggle a number of system functions. As
soon as the command is entered, the “Memory, “Bypass” and
“Trouble ” lights begin to flash.
Enter [
Items [4], [5], [6] and [0] turn ON and OFF various features. When
the item key is pressed and the feature is being turned ON, the
keypad sounder will beep 3 times. If the feature is being turned OFF
the sounder will give one long beep. Pressing item [8] gives a 2second Bell / Siren and Keypad Light and Buzzer test.
[1] Setting the Clock
The System Clock is a 24 Hr. clock and times must be entered as
2-digit numbers.
e.g.HH - 01, 02, .... 10, 11, .... 23, 24
][6][Master Code][Number from list below].
∗
MM - 01, 02, .... 35, 36, .... 58, 59
8:05 AM would be entered as 0805
1:30 PM would be entered as 1330
Setting the system 24 Hr. clock tells the system the time of day. If
the system is without power, (AC and battery), it cannot continue
to keep time. When the panel is powered up, the system clock must
be reset. If the time needs to be reset, then a trouble #6 will be
indicated on the keypad. (See [
Trouble #6 will not be generated if the Test Transmission and AutoArm times are not programmed with valid times. (9999 in these
positions disables these features - see Section [19]).
[2] Set Auto-Arm Time
The PC1550 can be programmed to arm at the same time each day.
At the selected Auto-Arm time, the bell will sound one short burst
every 10 seconds for a one minute period if section [32] option [2]
is off. The keypad will also sound for one minute. If any key is
pressed during the 1 minute warning period, Auto-Arming will be
aborted. Auto-Arming will be attempted at the same time the next
day. To set the Auto-Arm time, enter [
enter the hours and minutes as described at the beginning of this
section. This feature must also be enabled (see item [5] below).
[3] Reserved for future use
[4] Quick-Arm
Pressing [4] while in the User Function Command mode will Enable (3
beeps) or Disable (one long beep) the Quick-Arm feature. With this
feature enabled, the panel can be armed by simply entering [
[5] Auto-Arm
With this feature enabled, the panel will automatically arm at the
same time each day. The time is set in section [19] or [
Code][2].
[6] Door Chime
With this feature enabled, the keypad will beep 5 times when any
zone defined as delay, instant or auxiliary delay opens or closes.
The Door Chime feature does not operate on other zone definitions.
Zone Bypass may be used to eliminate beeping on zones where it
is not wanted. The Door Chime feature functions only while the
panel is in the Disarmed mode.
[8] Bell Test
Pressing [8] while in the User Function Command mode will sound
the bell/siren, the keypad sounder and turn on all the keypad lights
for 2 seconds.
[9] Reserved for future use
[0] Installer’s Test
This feature facilitates final testing of the system and when enabled,
the bell/siren will operate for 2 seconds each time a zone is put into
alarm. Each zone should be tripped individually to avoid confusion
about which zone originates the alarm. To exit the Installer’s Test
mode, arm then disarm the panel.
NOTE:
The communicator will transmit all alarms and restorals.
Disable the communicator if this is not desired (section [12], option
[1]).
][2] System Trouble Display).
∗
][6][Master Code][2] then
∗
∗
][6][Master
∗
][0].
Utility Output Command
[
]+[7] or [
∗∗
∗
∗∗
The Programmable Output (PGM terminal) can be programmed for
activation by a keypad command. This output can be used to
operate other devices such as door openers, special lighting, door
strikes or to reset smoke detectors. (Section [24], item 2, 3 or 4.)
Depending on the option chosen, the [
not require a subsequent access code.
When the correct command is entered, the keypad sounder and
the PGM output will operate for 5 seconds.
]+[7]+[Access Code]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
][7] command may or may
∗
Installer’s Programming Command
[
]+[8]+[Installer’s Code]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
The PC1550 is completely programmed from the keypad by using
commands in the [
this manual. The default Installer’s Code is [1500].
][8] section. See the Programming Section of
∗
Arming without Entry Delay
[
]+[9]+[Access Code]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
Entering [∗][9] before the arming code will arm the panel without
the entry delay on delay zones. Also “Home-Away” zones are
automatically bypassed. When armed using the [
the “Armed” light will flash to remind the user that the system is
armed without entry delay. This command allows the user to remain
at home and have an instant alarm on the entry doors.
][9] command,
∗
Arming For The Night
[
]+[1]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
To reactivate “Home-Away” zones that have been bypassed by
arming with the [
is entered, the “Armed” light will continue to flash to remind the user
that the Entry Delay is not applied to the Delay Zones. Also, the
“Bypass” light will be shut OFF to indicate that the Home-Away
zones are no longer bypassed. Note that the [
not remove bypasses from zones that have been manually
bypassed.
][9] command, enter [∗][1]. When this command
∗
][1] command will
∗
Quick-Exit Command
[
]+[0] when Armed
∗∗
∗
∗∗
Entering [∗][0] when the system is armed will allow the user to exit
the premises through any delay zone without altering the status of
the system if the Quick-Exit feature is enabled (section [32], option
[4]). For 2 minutes after [
and only one delay loop may be tripped. Any additional activity on
any other active loop will cause that loop to begin its alarm
sequence.
][0] is entered into an armed system, one
∗
Quick-Arm Command
[
]+[0]
∗∗
∗
∗∗
Entering [∗][0] is accepted as a valid arming code if the Quick-Arm
feature is enabled. This command is often used when individuals
are required to arm the system but not disarm the system. This
could be used with home visitors in the case of a residential alarm
system or for junior employees and maintenance staff in the case
of commercial systems. See [
section, for enabling and disabling the Quick-Arm feature.
][6] User Functions Command
∗
Keypad Zones
[F] - [A] - [P]
There are three zones which can be activated with single key
entries on the keypad. For the [F], [A] and [P] keys to be functional
for transmission, they must be enabled by the installer in Alarm and
Restoral Codes, section [09].
[F]ire Key Pressing the [F] key and holding it for 1 second will
initiate a local alarm which will sound using the Temporal Fire
Pattern or will pulse the bell. Also if programmed, it will transmit the
alarm to the monitoring station. The keypad will sound a series of
short beeps once the panel has accepted the alarm.
[A]uxiliary Key Pressing the [A] key and holding it for 1 second
will, if programmed, transmit an Auxiliary alarm to the monitoring
station. There is no local alarm and no keypad lights will come ON
when this key function is activated. The keypad will sound a series
of short beeps upon successful completion of the transmission to
the monitoring station.
[P]anic Key Pressing the [P] key and holding it for 1 second will,
if programmed, send a transmission to the monitoring station. The
alarm signal can be programmed to be
Programming Section [12], option [6]. If programmed as
the local bell / siren will sound steadily.
Keypad audible annunciation for the [P] key is programmable,
Section [14], option[5], for feedback (3 beeps) or silent (no buzzer
feedback). If programmed for
the key input is accepted.
audible,
audible
the buzzer will sound once
or
silent.
audible,
See
7
Programming Guide
Introduction
The essential information which defines the operation of the control
panel is stored in a section of the EEPROM memory which is
accessible using the Installer’s Programming code or via
downloading. If the Installer’s code is forgotten, the EEPROM may
be reset to the factory default code. See Section [30], Reset to
Factory Default.
Programming
With the panel in the disarmed mode, enter [∗][8][1500]. The panel
can only be programmed while it is in disarmed mode. The default
installer’s code is 1500; it can be changed in section [20], New
Installer’s Code.
Once the installer’s command is entered, the “Armed” light will come
ON steadily and the “Memory“, “Bypass” and “Trouble” lights will
flash. This indicates that the panel is ready for programming. NOTE:
If no key entry is made for 2 minutes, the panel will return to the Ready
mode and installers programming will have to be re-entered.
With the “Armed” light ON steadily, enter 2 digits for the section you
wish to program. Section numbers range from [01] to [36], and each
section can be programmed independently. Section [00] is reserved
for binary programming which is normally done on instruction from
factory technical personnel.
Once the 2 digits for the section you wish to program are entered, the
“Armed” light will go OFF, the “Ready” light will go ON steadily, and
the keypad sounder will beep 3 times. The keypad is now ready to
accept data for the selected section.
Most sections contain groups of 2-digit entries and the keypad
buzzer will beep twice after each 2-digit group is entered. When the
section is first entered, the first 4 zone lights will indicate, in a binary
format, the value of the first digit in that section (see binary display
section on this page). If you wish to change that digit, simply enter
the new digit from the keypad. If you wish to keep that digit
unchanged, you can enter the same number or skip the digit by
pressing the [F] key. Once the first digit has been entered or
skipped, the 4 zone lights will display the value of the second digit.
After each digit is entered or skipped, the zone lights show the value
of the next digit in the binary format.
When the required data for the section being programmed is completely
entered, the keypad sounder will beep several times and the “Armed”
light will come ON to indicate that the expected data has been
entered. At this point, you will still be in the program mode and need
only enter the section number for the next section you wish to program.
It is not necessary to program all 2-digit pairs in any given section.
A section can be entered and selectively programmed by going only
to the digit(s) you wish to change and then pressing [#] to return to
the programming mode. For 2-digit pairs, both digits must be
programmed before pressing [#]. Only the data entered before
pressing [#] will be changed in the EEPROM.
Program Data Review
• Enter the section you wish to program by entering the 2-digit
section number.
• The first 4 zone LEDs will represent the value, in binary format,
of the first digit in that section.
• Each press of the [F] key will advance the display to the next digit.
• At the end of the section, the keypad will beep several times and
then return to the program mode so that another section can be
selected for review or programming.
NOTE: Only sections [01] through [24] and [26] through [28] can
be reviewed using the method described above. Section [25]
cannot be reviewed.
Sections [12], [13], [14], [16], [31], [32], [34]
These sections use the zone lights to indicate which functions are
active and which number key to press to turn them ON and OFF.
8
When one of these sections is entered, zone lights 1 to 6 will display
which functions are currently ON. Pressing the key number
corresponding to the zone light number will toggle the function ON
and OFF; the zone light will turn ON or OFF to indicate the state of
the function. All functions can be turned OFF at once by pressing
[0]. When the correct selections have been made, press [#] to save
the selections in memory and return to the program mode.
Binary Data Display
Zone lights 1 through 4 are used to display the value, in binary
format, of the data as shown in the table below.
Hex Data Entry*
Value
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
Light On
Light Off
* See Hex Data Entry instructions
HEX Data Programming
Certain programming entries may require the entry of data in HEX
(hexadecimal, or base 16) format. HEX numbering uses the digits
0 through 9 and the letters A through F.
The letters A through F are represented by the number keys 1
through 6. To enter data in HEX format, first press [
light will flash. Enter the HEX value, then press [
to the normal entry mode. The “Ready” light will stop flashing.
To enter HEX numbers:
A ➤ Enter [∗][1][∗]D➤Enter [∗][4][∗]
B ➤ Enter [
C ➤ Enter [
Enter [
does not require the final asterisk ([
] before and after each digit. The last digit in each section
∗
][2][∗]E➤Enter [∗][5][∗]
∗
][3][∗]F➤Enter [∗][6][∗]
∗
]) to be entered.
∗
]. The “Ready”
∗
] again to return
∗
Programming Sections
[00]Binary Programming
This section is normally used upon instruction from factory technical
personnel for specialized programming not covered by the standard
programming instructions.
[01]1st Phone Number
This is the first telephone number the Communicator will dial. See
Section [25], Communicator Call Direction.
After entering section [01] for programming, enter the telephone
number the same way you would dial it on a touch-tone phone.
Press [#] after the last digit to complete the telephone number
programming.
A second dial tone search, as required in a PBX system, can be
added by programming a HEX ‘D’ between the digits in the phone
number where it is required. To enter a HEX ‘D’, press [
Instead of a dial tone search, a pause of 4 seconds can be inserted
between digits in a telephone number.
Enter [
Enter [
The total number of digits, including dial tone searches and
pauses, must not exceed 16. Remember, press [#] to complete
entry of the telephone number. When complete, enter two digits to
program another section.
, 2, ∗] to dial a ‘∗’ (HEX ‘B’)
∗
, 3, ∗] for a 4-second pause (HEX ‘C’)
∗
[02] 1st Account Code
The 1st Account Code is always transmitted to the 1st telephone
number to identify the customer. Enter a 4-digit number. If the HEX
digits ‘A’ to ‘F’ are required, remember to enter [
the digit entry.
] before and after
∗
] [4] [∗].
∗
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