DSC maxsys PC4020KT System Manual
System Manual
• W A R N I N G •
This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information
on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read.
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PC4O2OKT Version 1.0CAP
Book 1
LIMITED WARRANTY
Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants the original purchaser that for a period of twelve months
from the date of purchase, the product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use. During the warranty period, Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall, at its option, repair
or replace any defective product upon return of the product to its factory, at no charge for labour
and materials. Any replacement and/or repaired parts are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. The original purchaser must promptly notify Digital Security Controls Ltd. in writing that there is defect in material or workmanship, such
written notice to be received in all events prior to expiration of the warranty period. There is
absolutely no warranty on software and all software products are sold as a user license under the
terms of the software license agreement included with the product. The Customer assumes all
responsibility for the proper selection, installation, operation and maintenance of any products
purchased from DSC. Custom products are only warranted to the extent that they do not function
upon delivery. In such cases, DSC can replace or credit at its option.
International Warranty
The warranty for international customers is the same as for any customer within Canada and the
United States, with the exception that Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall not be responsible for
any customs fees, taxes, or VAT that may be due.
Warranty Procedure
To obtain service under this warranty, please return the item(s) in question to the point of purchase. All authorized distributors and dealers have a warranty program. Anyone returning goods
to Digital Security Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Digital Security Controls Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which prior authorization has not been
obtained.
Conditions to Void Warranty
This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relating to normal use. It does not cover:
• damage incurred in shipping or handling;
• damage caused by disaster such as fire, flood, wind, earthquake or lightning;
• damage due to causes beyond the control of Digital Security Controls Ltd. such as excessive voltage,
mechanical shock or water damage;
• damage caused by unauthorized attachment, alterations, modifications or foreign objects;
• damage caused by peripherals (unless peripherals were supplied by Digital Security Controls Ltd.);
• defects caused by failure to provide a suitable installation environment for the products;
• damage caused by use of the products for purposes other than those for which it was designed;
• damage from improper maintenance;
• damage arising out of any other abuse, mishandling or improper application of the products.
Items Not Covered by Warranty
In addition to the items which void the Warranty, the following items shall not be covered by
Warranty: (i) freight cost to the repair centre; (ii) products which are not identified with DSC's
product label and lot number or serial number; (iii) products disassembled or repaired in such a
manner as to adversely affect performance or prevent adequate inspection or testing to verify any
warranty claim. Access cards or tags returned for replacement under warranty will be credited or
replaced at DSC's option. Products not covered by this warranty, or otherwise out of warranty due
to age, misuse, or damage shall be evaluated, and a repair estimate shall be provided. No repair
work will be performed until a valid purchase order is received from the Customer and a Return
Merchandise Authorisation number (RMA) is issued by DSC's Customer Service.
Digital Security Controls Ltd.’s liability for failure to repair the product under this warranty after a
reasonable number of attempts will be limited to a replacement of the product, as the exclusive
remedy for breach of warranty. Under no circumstances shall Digital Security Controls Ltd. be
liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach
of contract, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not
limited to, loss of profits, loss of the product or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of
substitute or replacement equipment, facilities or services, down time, purchaser’s time, the claims
of third parties, including customers, and injury to property. The laws of some jurisdictions limit or
do not allow the disclaimer of consequential damages. If the laws of such a jurisdiction apply to any
claim by or against DSC, the limitations and disclaimers contained here shall be to the greatest
extent permitted by law. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so that the above may not apply to you.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This warranty contains the entire warranty and shall be in lieu of any and all other warranties,
whether expressed or implied (including all implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose) and of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Digital Security
Controls Ltd. Digital Security Controls Ltd. neither assumes responsibility for nor authorizes
any other person purporting to act on its behalf to modify or to change this warranty, nor to
assume for it any other warranty or liability concerning this product.
This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed by the laws of the province
of Ontario, Canada.
WARNING: Digital Security Controls Ltd. recommends that the entire system be completely
tested on a regular basis. However, despite frequent testing, and due to, but not limited to,
criminal tampering or electrical disruption, it is possible for this product to fail to perform
as expected.
Out of Warranty Repairs
Digital Security Controls Ltd. will at its option repair or replace out-of-warranty products which
are returned to its factory according to the following conditions. Anyone returning goods to Digital
Security Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization number. Digital Security Controls Ltd.
will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which prior authorization has not been obtained.
Products which Digital Security Controls Ltd. determines to be repairable will be repaired and
returned. A set fee which Digital Security Controls Ltd. has predetermined and which may be
revised from time to time, will be charged for each unit repaired.
Products which Digital Security Controls Ltd. determines not to be repairable will be replaced
by the nearest equivalent product available at that time. The current market price of the
replacement product will be charged for each replacement unit.
WARNING Please Read Carefully
Note to Installers
This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your
responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.
System Failures
This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances, however, involving fire, burglary, or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Any
alarm system of any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a
variety of reasons. Some but not all of these reasons may be:
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■ Inadequate Installation
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A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate protection. Every installation
should be evaluated by a security professional to ensure that all access points and areas are covered.
Locks and latches on windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors,
walls, ceilings and other building materials must be of sufficient strength and construction to provide
the level of protection expected. A reevaluation must be done during and after any construction activity.
An evaluation by the fire and/or police department is highly recommended if this service is available.
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■ Criminal Knowledge
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This system contains security features which were known to be effective at the time of manufacture. It
is possible for persons with criminal intent to develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of
these features. It is important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its features
remain effective and that it be updated or replaced if it is found that it does not provide the protection
expected.
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■ Access by Intruders
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Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a sensing device, evade detection
by moving through an area of insufficient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or
prevent the proper operation of the system.
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■ Power Failure
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Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security devices require an adequate
power supply for proper operation. If a device operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to
fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and installed correctly.
If a device operates only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative
while it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctuations which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system. After a power interruption has
occurred, immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.
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■ Failure of Replaceable Batteries
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This system’s wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life under normal
conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient
conditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may reduce the
expected battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identifies when the
batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and maintenance
will keep the system in good operating condition.
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■ Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices
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Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects placed on or
near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.
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■ System Users
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A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or temporary
physical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is
important that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that they
know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.
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■ Smoke Detectors
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Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants of a fire for a number of
reasons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed or positioned.
Smoke may not be able to reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs,
or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from fires on another level of
the residence or building.
Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning. Smoke detectors cannot
sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by
carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage
of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches or arson.
Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances when there is insufficient
warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.
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■ Motion Detectors
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Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as shown in their respective installation instructions. They cannot discriminate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors
do not provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be
detected in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind
walls, ceilings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether
intentional or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors,
windows or any other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature. However their effectiveness can be reduced when the ambient temperature rises near or above body temperature or if there are
intentional or unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources
could be heaters, radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so on.
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■ Warning Devices
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Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or waken someone sleeping if
there is an intervening wall or door. If warning devices are located on a different level of the residence or
premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible warning devices may be
interfered with by other noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances,
or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however loud, may not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.
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■ Telephone Lines
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If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods of
time. Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat its operation by more sophisticated means
which may be difficult to detect.
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■ Insufficient Time
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There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not be
protected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the
system is monitored, the response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings.
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■ Component Failure
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Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may fail to
function as intended due to the failure of a component.
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■ Inadequate Testing
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Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be found by regular
testing and maintenance. The complete system should be tested weekly and immediately after a breakin, an attempted break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or any kind of construction
activity inside or outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system.
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■ Security and Insurance
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Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life insurance. An alarm
system also is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent
or minimize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Introduction _______________________________________________________________ 1
System Overview _________________________________________________________ 2
Maximum System Capabilities .................................................................................................. 2
128 Programmable Zones ......................................................................................................... 2
Voice Prompting Module (VPM) ................................................................................................ 2
LCD Keypads (LCD4500) ......................................................................................................... 2
211 Outputs ............................................................................................................................... 2
Switched Auxiliary Output ......................................................................................................... 2
4 Enclosures .............................................................................................................................. 2
Supervised Alarm Output .......................................................................................................... 2
Event Buffer ............................................................................................................................... 2
8 True Partitions ......................................................................................................................... 2
RS-232 Interface Module (PC4400) .......................................................................................... 2
PC4820 Access Control Module ............................................................................................... 2
Internal Memory ......................................................................................................................... 2
Keypad User Options ................................................................................................................ 2
Communicator ........................................................................................................................... 2
LINKS Support ........................................................................................................................... 2
Installation and Wiring____________________________________________________ 3
Suggested Wiring Procedure .................................................................................................... 3
RF Zones — Summary ............................................................................................................... 4
RF Signal Test ............................................................................................................................ 4
Wireless PIR Motion Detectors .................................................................................................. 4
Zone Supervisories .................................................................................................................... 4
Battery Troubles ........................................................................................................................ 5
Restoring Battery Troubles ........................................................................................................ 5
Default Srl #'s (4) ....................................................................................................................... 5
COMBUS Power and Operation ................................................................................................ 5
Testing The Combus ................................................................................................................. 5
Mounting the Panel .................................................................................................................... 6
Programming the System ..........................................................................................................6
Hardware Reset of Memory to Factory Defaults ....................................................................... 7
PC4020 Main Board Specifications _______________________________________ 8
Control Panel ............................................................................................................................. 8
Output Voltage ........................................................................................................................... 8
Remote Keypad ......................................................................................................................... 8
Module Specifications ____________________________________________________ 9
PC4108 Expansion Module ....................................................................................................... 9
PC4116 Expansion Module ....................................................................................................... 9
PC4164 Expansion Module ....................................................................................................... 9
PC4204 High Current Output Module ....................................................................................... 9
PC4216 Low Current Output Module ........................................................................................ 9
PC4400 RS-232 Interface Adapter Module .............................................................................. 9
PC4700 Fire Module .................................................................................................................. 9
LCD4500 Remote Keypad ........................................................................................................ 9
Escort 4580 (Voice Prompting Module) .................................................................................... 9
PC4820 Access Control Module ............................................................................................... 9
PC4020 Control Panel Wiring Diagrams _________________________________ 10
Module Hookup Diagram ......................................................................................................... 11
Terminal Connections ___________________________________________________ 13
“AC” Power Terminals .............................................................................................................. 13
Auxiliary Power Terminals “AUX” and “GND” .......................................................................... 13
Switched Auxiliary Power Terminals ........................................................................................ 13
Bell/Siren Terminals .................................................................................................................. 13
Programmable Output Terminal “PGM” ................................................................................... 13
COMBUS Terminals “RED”, “BLK”, “YEL” and “GRN” ............................................................ 13
Zone Input Terminals “Z1” to “Z16” ......................................................................................... 13
Telephone Terminals “TIP”, “RNG”, “T-1” and “R-1” ............................................................... 14
Battery Connections ................................................................................................................. 14
System Keypad Functions _______________________________________________ 15
Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 15
Partitions ................................................................................................................................... 15
Access Codes .......................................................................................................................... 15
Global Keypads ........................................................................................................................ 15
System Master Code Functions ............................................................................................... 17
Installer’s Programming Code .................................................................................................. 17
Arming ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Disarming .................................................................................................................................. 18
Auto-bypass/Home-Away Arming ............................................................................................ 18
Zone Bypassing: [✱] + [1] ......................................................................................................... 18
Trouble Display: [✱] + [2] ......................................................................................................... 19
Alarm Memory Display: [✱] + [3] .............................................................................................. 21
Sensor Reset: [✱] + [4] ............................................................................................................. 21
User Programming Commands: [✱] + [5] + [System Master Code] or [Supervisory Code] ......... 21
Programming Additional Access Codes Using a System Master or a Supervisory Code ..... 22
User Functions Command: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] ............................................................. 23
Quick Arm: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [0] .............................................................................. 23
Quick Exit: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [1] .............................................................................. 24
Auto Arm Control: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [2] ................................................................... 24
Keypad Setup: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [3] ........................................................................ 24
Bell/Comm Test: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [4] ..................................................................... 24
Door Chime: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [5] ............................................................................ 24
Spec. Messages: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [6] .................................................................... 24
User Call up: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [7] ........................................................................... 25
Lamp Test: [✱] + [6] + [Access Code] + [8] .............................................................................. 25
Walk Test: [✱] + [6] + [Walk Test Code] ................................................................................... 25
Utility Output: [✱] + [7] or [✱] + [7] + [Access Code] ................................................................ 25
Installer’s Programming Commands: [✱] + [8] + [Installer’s Code] ......................................... 25
“At-Home” Arming: [✱] + [9] + [Access Code] ......................................................................... 25
Quick Arm: [✱] + [0] ................................................................................................................. 25
Quick Exit: [✱] + [0] When Armed ............................................................................................ 25
Keypad Zones .......................................................................................................................... 25
Access Control Functions _______________________________________________ 26
Reader LED Flash Rates ..........................................................................................................26
Buzzer Operation ...................................................................................................................... 26
How to Setup and Use an Access Card .................................................................................. 26
Arming and Disarming Using Access Cards ........................................................................... 26
Autoarm Postponement ............................................................................................................26
Request to Exit (REX) ............................................................................................................... 26
Printer Setup _____________________________________________________________ 27
Configuring the Printer ............................................................................................................. 27
Downloading _____________________________________________________________ 28
Downloading over Phone Lines ............................................................................................... 28
Downloading with an On-site Computer .................................................................................. 28
Appendix A _______________________________________________________________ 29
List of Available ASCII Characters ........................................................................................... 29
Appendix B _______________________________________________________________ 30
List of Diagnostics .................................................................................................................... 30
Limited Warranty _____________________________________________ inside front cover
INTRODUCTION
The PC4020 is a highly flexible and versatile control
which will enable the installer to meet the most
demanding security requirements. The heart of the
system is the main control panel, designated the
PC4020, which is connected to other system elements
using common 4 conductor unshielded station wire. The
main panel processes signal information and
communicating with the monitoring station. The main
panel is capable of supervising 16 zones, any of which
may be defined for fire or burglary applications and also
manages up to eight separate and fully independent
partitions, assigning zones and their controlling keypads
in accordance with installer programming.
The basic 16 zone capability of the PC4020 can be
expanded using either PC4108, PC4116 or PC4164
modules which provide 8, 16 or 64 zones of additional
inputs respectively up to a system maximum of 128
zones. The PC4108 and PC4116 are designed for use
within any of the cabinets and are shipped as PC boards
only. The PC4164 is designed to be placed inside the
supplied cabinet.
Programming and system operation are carried out using
the LCD4500 liquid crystal display keypad. The
LCD4500 connects at any point in the system to the four
wire communication bus or “COMBUS”, its specific
identification being determined automatically in the
process of installing it. A maximum of 16 LCD4500
keypads may be used on any one system regardless of
size.
The PC4204 relay output module is available for
installations requiring additional power beyond the 500
mA supplied by the PC4020 main panel. This module
comprises a 12 volt DC power supply of 1.5 Amp
capacity and four 12 volt relays with form C contacts
which will provide switched outputs under any of the 35
options available in the list of programmable outputs. The
PC4204 connects to the COMBUS via four wires as with
other system elements. It requires a 16 -18 volt, 40 VA
transformer and a 12 volt battery. Up to 16 PC4204
modules may be installed on any one system. The
PC4204 is shipped as a PC board only.
The use of any power source other than a PC4204 to
repower the COMBUS will result in a system
malfunction.
The PC4216 low current module provides 16 separate
outputs. Each output may be programmed to operate under
the control of 1 of 35 options as listed in the programmable
options section of the installation manual. Up to 8 other
PC4216’s may be used to provide outputs for graphic
annunciator or similar devices for the maximum of 128
zones. The PC4216 connects to the COMBUS with four
wires. A maximum of 9 PC4216’s may be connected to a
system. The PC4216 may be installed in the main cabinet or
in other cabinet options and is shipped as a board only.
The PC4020 includes the capability of driving a serial
printer using a PC4400 RS232 output module. The PC4400
connects to the COMBUS with four wires. The printer may
be located up to 200 feet (60 meters) away from the
module. The PC4400 is shipped as a board only.
The PC4820 Access Control Module provides the ability to
have 2 access card readers and 2 doors interfaced to the
PC4020KT. There can be up to 16 access control modules
enrolled on the system to make a total of 32 zones that can
be interfaced to the alarm system.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Maximum System Capabilities
• Control Units - 1 PC4020 Main Board
• 128 Zones
PC4020 Main Board: 16 zones
PC4108 Expansion Module: 8 zones
PC4116 Expansion Module: 16 zones
PC4164 Expension Module: 64 wireless zones
• 64 High Current Outputs - Up to 16 PC4204 Modules
• 144 Low Current Outputs
- 9 PC4216 16 Output Modules
• 1 RS-232 Interface - PC4400
• PC4700 Fire Module Support
• 16 Remote LCD Keypads - LCD4500
• Escprt 4580 Voice Prompting Module
• 1 Main Board Fully Programmable Output
• 1 12 VDC Switched Fully Programmable Auxiliary Power
Supply (Main Board)
• 1 Supervised Fully Programmable Bell/Siren Output
(Main Board)
• 1 Telephone Interface (Main Board)
• 2 Telephone Interface (PC4700)
128 Programmable Zones
• 16 zones on main board expandable by using 8 and 16
zone modules
• 18 zone types including: instant, 2 types of interior, 3
delay, 3 fire, 4-24 hour, forced answer, momentary,
maintained arming, Links supervisory and Links answer.
• Zone expansion is done by enrolling a zone expansion
module
• Zones can be assigned independently to any partition(s)
• Programmable for NC loops, EOL resistor or Double EOL
resistors
Voice Prompting Module (VPM)
• All main user function accessible through the VPM
• Local and remote access abilities
• 241 word library for zone, access code and partition labelling
LCD Keypads (LCD4500)
• Total of 16 on the system
• Can be assigned to any partition
• Single keypad system control
211 Outputs
• 1 main board transistor switch to ground with 3A
capabilities (programmable for 1 of 28 options)
• 64 relay outputs programmable for 1 of 28 options each
(16-4204 modules with 4 outputs each)
• 144 switched transistor outputs programmable for 1 of
28 options each (9-4216 modules with 16 outputs)
• 1 switched Aux output
• 1 PGM switched to ground
Switched Auxiliary Output
• Programmable for 1 of 28 options
5 Enclosures
• PC4001C - PC4020 plus 2 modules
• PC4002C - 3 modules
• PC4003C - 1 module
• PC4004C - Attack resistant for PC4020 plus 2
modules
• PC3000 - PC4820
Supervised Alarm Output
• Bell Output, 700 mA fused at 5 Amps,
12 V
DC - commercial and 11.6 - 12.6 VDC - residential
• Steady or Pulsed Output
• Programmable for 1 of 28 options
Event Buffer
• 3000 events
• Date and time stamp
• Event Buffer Viewing - any System Master is able to view 2500
events through the keypad including date and time stamp
• Event Buffer Printing - the entire event buffer (3000 events)
can be printed at once through the Installer’s mode
8 True Partitions
• Separate or shared zones from other partitions
• Individual keypads per partition
• Individual access codes for each partition
• Individual keypad zones (Fire, Auxiliary, Panic)
• Individual outputs programmable per partition
RS-232 Interface Module (PC4400)
• Used to output data to a local printer
PC4820 Access Control Module
• Total of 16 on the system
• Two access card readers
• Is used to control access to secure areas of the system
• Can control two doors that may be assigned to any partition
on the system
• Can be used to arm/disarm partitions on the system
Internal Memory
• Retains programmed data even when both AC and Battery
have been removed.
• The clock will have to be reset after a power down
condition which will be indicated by an audible trouble
beep and the keypad trouble LED is on.
Keypad User Options
They are all menu driven, including:
• Programming of several types of 4 or 6 digit access codes,
128 in total
• Bypassing from the keypad by authorized personnel
• Utility functions such as remote control of lights, door
strikes, etc.
Communicator
• Communicates in all 10 and 20 BPS single line and
extended formats
• Radionics Rounds and Radionics Parity
• Sescoa Superfast format
• Ademco Contact ID format
• SIA 1986 format
• Sur-gard 4/3 DTMF format
• 3/1 and 4/2 formats
• Hexadecimal numbers
• DTMF and Pulse dialing
• DPDT line seizure
• True dial tone detect
• Anti-jam feature
• Three telephone numbers and nine account codes
LINKS Support
• 3 telephone numbers for LINKS
• Auto programming for LINKS zones
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INSTALLATION
AND WIRING
When designing a security system with the PC4020 that
will be larger than 16 zones or have two or more
Partitions it is best to first lay out the system on paper.
This will help determine the total number of zones,
additional expansion and power supply modules and
other system elements that may be needed.
When the location of all points of protection is known the
location of the zone expanders can be made. You will
find that working from a plan, a layout will reveal the
most economical use of system modules; two eight zone
expansion modules instead of one sixteen zone, for
example, can save long wire runs because of the
location of zones.
The plan will also enable you to make the most efficient
layout for the communications bus (COMBUS). This is
the four conductor cable which can be standard station
wire (four 22 AWG wires colour coded red, black ,
yellow and green) to which all system modules are
connected in parallel. It is not necessary to run the
COMBUS in shield unless it is being run through an area
of high electrical noise.
The COMBUS may be up to 1,000 ft (305m) from the
main board to the farthest module, with any number of
modules in between. More than one COMBUS of 1,000 ft
(305m) can run from the PC4020.
Note: Do not use shielded cable for COMBUS wire
runs.
Suggested Wiring Procedure
The first step in designing a PC4020 installation is
developing a system layout on paper. Doing this will
allow you to work from a plan and help to avoid making
mistakes and make programming easier.
Creating a System Layout
1 Draw a rough sketch of the building(s) layout in the
installation including the interior walls. Indicate on
the diagram the location of the PC4020 main panel.
The panel should be in a dry, secure location close
to a non switched AC source, a ground connection
and a telephone line connection.
2 Indicate on the diagram the location of all zones as
well as the device required such as smoke
detectors, motion detectors, door contacts etc.
3 If using the PC4700 Fire Module, indicate on the
diagram the location of the smoke detectors which
will be 2 wire and the locations of the waterflow
detector.
NOTE: The fire module is located in the Main
Cabinet with the control panel. Be sure to indicate
the location of the Bell output.
4 Zones may be grouped together into partitions. Knowing
the zone number of each zone will allow the partition
setup done without mistakes. Locate any zone
expansion modules (PC4108 or PC4116) required close
to groups of zones for easier wiring.
Decide on the order to enroll the expansion modules.
The first 16 zones (1 through 16) are on the main panel.
As each module is enrolled it will be assigned in
sequence the next available group of zones. If an 8
zone module (PC4108) was enrolled first, it would be
assigned zones 17 through 24. If then a 16 zone
expansion module (PC4116) is enrolled it would be
assigned zones 25 through 40.
Once the order to enroll the expansion modules has
been determined, number each zone accordingly.
5 Wireless zones (used with the PC4164) can be placed
anywhere within the reception range of the PC4164.
Once the zone that are planned to be used are indicated
on the diagram the location of the PC4164 can be shown
as well. For best results the PC4164 should be placed in
as central of a location as possible. Indicate next to the
zone, the serial number of that zone. This will make
placement tests easier.
6 The PC4700 Fire Module zones (2 wire smoke detector
loop and a 4 wire waterflow loop) are system zones
(zone which Belong to all partitions) a detector should
be place in each partition to allow for the most effective
use of the module.
7 Indicate each partition by boxing the area of the partition
on the diagram. From this diagram it can be quickly
determined which zones belong to that partition.
8 Determine the number of keypads (LCD4500) required
for each partition and their location on the system. The
maximum number of keypads on a system is 16. Each
keypad on the system assigned to a partition can only
be used to operate that partition. (EXCEPTION - A
System Master or a multi-partition access code can
access any partition that the code is assigned to from
any keypad). Indicate on the diagram the location and
the partition each keypad will be assigned to.
After the number of zones, keypads, and their locations,
expansion modules and separately controlled systems
(partitions) have been determined, decide other
modules required to complete the installation.
10 Siren outputs can be programmed to activate if one or
more partition goes into alarm. The main panel provides
one output (The Main Bell Output).
Additional outputs can be obtained from the PC4204
power supply/relay output module(s). Each PC4204
module has 4 form “C” relays, the last 3 of which can be
used as any one of the 28 output options (See PGM
Output List). Indicate on the diagram the location of
each of the sirens, and the location of the PC4204
module(s).
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11 The PC4216 module provides up to 16 programmable
outputs. Each output can be programmed for 28
different options (See PGM Output List). It is also
used to display zones/status on a graphic
annunciator. Each of the 9 PC4216 modules is
capable of being programmed in any of the 25
available ways indicating the location of the PC4216
and the module number and also be programmed as
custom groups with the 28 options available.
See “PC4216 OPTIONS” for a list of the programming
options.
12 Indicate the location of RS-232 printer module
(PC4400) on the diagram. The PC4400 provides serial
output to an on-site printer that will record the identity
of the system, description of the occurrence (alarm,
trouble etc.) by user, with date and time stamp.
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13 Indicate on the diagram the location of the PC4820.
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On the diagram also include the zones that will be
used as access control points. Indicate the door
number and the location of the card reader as well as
other devices that may be used for the other inputs
(REX - Request to Exit, Post - Postpone Arming, and
Arm - Request to Arm). Depending on the setup of the
installation, these devices may be inside or outside of
the controlled area. Be sure to locate the module
cabinets in a dry, secure location near a non-
switched AC source and ground connection.
Note: When deciding which zone to use for access
control, do not select any zones from 1 to 16.
These zones can only be used as control panel
inputs.
14 Mount the cabinet, panel (See “Mounting The Panel”)
and prepare the wires for connection to the panel.
RF Zones — Summary
Placing Components
Before permanently mounting components, each
component should be tested in its intended mounting
location to ensure it can communicate properly with the
PC4164. It is recommended that the RF Signal Test is
performed more than once for each zone.
For the best system performance, it is suggested that the
PC4164 be mounted in as central location as possible
and as elevated a location as possible.
In most installations, selecting a central location for the
PC4164 will ensure reliable system operation. When
mounting the PC4164 in a basement, it is recommended
that the PC4164 be mounted as high and as close to the
underside of the first floor as possible.
RF Signal Test
Enter installer mode and select the section RF Signal
Test. This section will help determine if the location of the
zone is good. (Be sure that the zone is enrolled before
performing an RF Signal Test). Once this section has
been selected the panel will then ask the user to select
the zone to be tested. Use the [<][>] keys to scroll the
selected zone and press the [✱] key to select the zone.
At this point the display will read "Please Activate Zone".
Open and close the zone 2 times. (Note: the zone may
require to be tripped more depending on the location of the
zone). On the restoral of the zone for the second time the
panel will display a rating of the zones placing (with
respect to RF strength). The "Placement Result" may be
Good, Fair, or Poor. A placement rating of "Good" means
that the zone is placed in a location that has strong RF
transmission strength. A placement rating of "Fair" means
that the zone is placed in a location that has passed the RF
transmission strength test. A placement rating of "Poor"
means that the zone is placed in a location that has weak
RF transmission strength and therefore should be
relocated. In most cases it should only be necessary to
move the component a short distance from is original
intended location.
After relocating the component repeat the RF Signal Test.
When the test results are satisfactory continue to test the
next component.
Note: To perform a RF Signal Test on an RF PIR Motion
Detector the zone must be tampered and restored
instead of opened and closed due to the detectors
"High Traffic Shutdown Mode".
Wireless PIR Motion Detectors
To prolong battery life of a PIR Motion Detector, the
detector features a High Traffic Shutdown Mode. If a motion
detector is activated more than once within a 6 minute
period, the detector will temporarily delay reporting activity
to the PC4164. The Motion Detector will then require a 12
minute period of no activity before it will resume
transmissions to the PC4164. Because the High Traffic
Shutdown Mode prevents Motion Detectors from being
tested during a regular walk test, the Motion Detector
features its own built-in Walk Test Mode. To activate this
mode remove the back plate from the detector to be tested,
and then re-attach it. The Motion Detector will be in Walk
Test Mode for 90 seconds. The LED will come on for 3
seconds each time the detector is tripped. (Note: The zone
will not transmit the zone trip to the PC4164 during this
mode. To perform a walk test of the Wireless PIR the zone
must be tampered and restored). At the end of the 90
second period the Motion Detector will return to normal
operation.
Zone Supervisories
A zone supervisory is a transmission sent from the wireless
zone to the PC4164 as a test transmission to ensure that
communications between the zone and the PC4164 are still
present. When the PC4164 receives the supervisory from
the zone it will then transmit this information to the control
panel. If the control panel does not get a supervisory within
the "supervision time", the zone will be considered lost and
go into the open state..(if Double EOL is being used the
zone will go into the Tamper Alarm state). If the partition
partition is armed the zone will go into alarm and transmit
the sensor fault and alarm reporting codes if programmed.
The next supervisory that the PC4164 receives for a
missing zone will restore communication with that zone and
restore the Zone Supervisory Fault.
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Battery Troubles
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If a zone has a low battery trouble, then that zone does
not report in with a zone supervisory within the
"supervision time". The zone will not go into alarm. This
has been included to reduce the possibility of a false
alarm from batteries that do not get changed in the
zone, and then the zone going into sensor fault.
Restoring Battery Troubles
A wireless zone battery trouble will only be restored
after that zone has been Tampered and Restored. This
will allow the batteries to be changed without multiple
Battery trouble/Battery restoral transmissions taking
place. In order for the batteries to be changed the cover
must be removed from the back plate (tampering the
zone). When the tamper is restored and the zone sends
a battery trouble restoral (as well as the tamper restoral)
signal to the PC4164, the battery trouble will clear.
Default Srl #'s (4)
Once this selected has been made the LCD will display
the message "Confirm Default Press ✱". To abort press
any other key. Once the [✱] key has been pressed the
LCD will display the message "Resetting ". All RF zone
signatures will have been erased from the PC4164.
Note: Deleting the RF signatures from the PC4164
will not remove the zone(s) from the partition
assignment(s).
COMBUS Power and Operation
The PC4020 main board can provide up to 500 mA to
power modules, keypads and devices. A PC4204 power
module is required when additional current is needed
either for powering detection devices or operating bells
and sirens. The PC4204 requires its own transformer
and battery and can provide up to 1.5A at 12 V
relays on the module provide form C switched outputs
with contact ratings of 3 amps @ 12 VDC (10 amps @ 120
VAC) for a variety of programmable options. When used
to repower the COMBUS the PC4204 must be wired in
accordance with the instructions supplied with the unit.
Use of a power source other than the PC4204 power
supply module to supply additional power to the PC4020
system is not recommended for the following reasons:
If the main panel loses communications with a module,
within a maximum of 30 seconds the panel will perform a
system reset in which power to the COMBUS is
removed. Five seconds later power is reapplied and the
panel will attempt to communicate with the module. If
the panel is unsuccessful communicating with the
module it will display and report a COMBUS
communications fault.
When the main panel performs a reset, relay 1 when
programmed for “COMBUS POWER” will open. This will
disconnect the power supplied to the modules, resetting
them so that communications to the main panel are
reinitialized.
For example, if the microprocessor on the module has
been scrambled due to a transient, the PC4020 will
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power down the COMBUS, the PC4204 will mimic the
PC4020 and cut off its power supply to the module. The
module will be powered down. When the PC4020 returns
power to the COMBUS, the PC4204 will reconnect its power
supply, and the power to the module will return. Because
the module was powered down and powered up, the
module is now reset, and can communicate with the
PC4020.
If a power supply other than a PC4204 was used, the
module would never power down, never reset, and the
module will stay off line requiring the attention of service
personnel.
CAUTION: When used to power a module, the “RLY 1
COM” terminal of the PC4204 must be connected to the
“RED COMBUS” terminal of the module only. The
positive (RED) conductor of the COMBUS must be left
unconnected to the module that is powered by the
PC4204. The “BLK COMBUS” of the module should be
run common to the negative (“BLK”) of the COMBUS.
Use of a power source other than the PC4204 power
supply module to supply additional power to the PC4020
system is not recommended.
The COMBUS is a four conductor cable to which all
modules and keypads are connected in parallel.
Connections to the COMBUS do not have to be home-run.
For example if a storage building had an 8 zone expander
(PC4108) and a keypad (LCD4500 ) located in it, the zone
expander and keypad could be spliced together and run
back on a single 4 wire cable to the nearest point on the
COMBUS.
Testing The Combus
To test the Combus for a low voltage condition, connect all
devices to the system (include any motion dectectors, glass
break detectors, etc.) and enroll each of the modules. Exit
installers mode and allow the system to run normally for 5 10 minutes. This will allow time for any modules that may
have battery troubles time to report. If after this time there
are any battery troubles be sure that the batteries are
"good" by disconnecting the suspect battery and placing a
voltage meter accross the battery leads (of the module); the
output voltage should be 13.85V. If the voltage is good then
check the battery (under load), even if the battery is under
a load the voltage should still be above 12.0V. Once all (if
any) battery troubles have been taken care of, be sure that
there are no Combus Low Voltage troubles. If there are
locate the modules with the low voltage troubles by entering
Installers Mode and selecting Diagnostics. Refer to
Appendix B for the List of Diagnostics. Once the module(s)
have been isolated a PC4204 will be required to increase
the power to be module with the low voltage trouble. Now
that all trouble have been taken care of the next step is to
remove AC power from all modules and allow the panel to
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run for 10 minutes on battery power alone. If there are
any Combus Low Voltage troubles a PC4204 Combus
repower module may be required at the Low voltage
location to insure proper system operation. Repeat this
test as required.
Mounting the Panel
Select a dry location close to an unswitched AC source,
a ground connection and a telephone connection for
mounting the Main Control Cabinet.
Remove the PC4020 printed circuit board, mounting
hardware, and keypad from the cardboard retainer inside
the large cabinet. Before attaching the cabinet to the
wall, press the five white nylon printed circuit board
mounting studs into the cabinet from the back.
Pull all cables into the cabinet and prepare them for
connection before mounting the circuit board to the back
of the cabinet. Press the circuit board down onto the
mounting studs.
There is room in the Main Control Cabinet (PC4001C) for
any two modules (PC4108, PC4116, PC4216 or PC4400).
Modules requiring power (AC and battery PC4204) must
be installed in the large Expander Cabinet (PC4002C).
This enclosure will accommodate one module (PC4108,
PC4116, PC4216 or PC4400) and a powered output
(PC4204) or any three modules. A small Expander
Cabinet (PC4003C) is available for a single module that
does not require external power.
Once the wiring is completed power the system up by
first connecting the battery followed by the AC
transformer. All LCD4500 keypads should display the
message ‘LCD4500 DSC Ltd.’. Press a key on any
keypad that is to be assigned to Partition 1. The keypad
will beep and display the message ‘4500 Mod. #1' and
the keypad is automatically assigned to Partition 1.
Enroll every module to the system. Make sure you put
down the number of each module enrolled. Refer to the
Programming Manual for the required procedure.
When enrolling any PC4108 or PC4116 zone expander
module make sure to note the zones which you assigned
to the module.
This information is very important if it becomes necessary
to Add or Delete zones to or from a Partition. Zones 1
through 16 are assigned to Partition 1 by default. This
can be changed later in Installer Programming.
In Book 4 (Programming Work Sheets) you will find a
System Overview section. Fill in the information as each
module is enrolled. These sheets are designed to be left
in the panel so if future service is required, the location
and assigned number of each module will be readily
available.
Once all modules are enrolled perform a diagnostics
check on the panel to determine if any problems are
present (see “Diagnostics”).
Programming the System
The PC4020 has the capability to operate as 8 separate
alarm systems called Partitions. Dividing the panel into
Partitions will allow you to control access to specific areas.
When the PC4020 is first powered up all zones on the main
board and User Codes are assigned to Partition 1. If no
other Partitions are required the entire system will be
considered Partition 1. This is important to keep in mind as
often in programming the panel will require you to enter the
Partition to program.
For example, when programming entry and exit times, you
must select the menu option ‘ADD/EDIT PAR’. The keypad
will then prompt you for the Partition to add or edit. You
must select Partition 1 for a system that has no additional
Partitions.
The factory default setting for all options is provided in the
Programming Work Sheets as well as programming
‘HOTKEYS’ for the option to allow quick programming.
Complete the Programming Work Sheets located in Book 4.
Having this information prepared before programming the
panel will speed up the process considerably.
All information for the panel may be entered in the
Programming Work Sheets.
Any zone expanders on the system will include a similar
sheet and the information should be completed for these as
well.
There is no set order in which the panel must be
programmed, however, if you use the following guideline it
may simplify the programming of the panel for the first time.
Step 1 - Define all Partitions
When the panel is first powered up the 16 zones on the
main panel are assigned to Partition 1. Additional zone
expanders enrolled to the system are NOT assigned to any
Partition.
Any zones from 1 through 16 that are required on a different
Partition must be DELETED from Partition 1 before they are
ADDED to another Partition. Any zones above Zone 16 must
be ADDED to the proper Partition. See “Zone Assignment”
in the Programming Manual (Book 3) for the procedure to
add and delete zones.
When you ADD each zone to the proper Partition it will save
time if you also program the Zone Label, Zone Type and
Zone Options. All of this information may be entered in the
Programming Work Sheets located in Book 4 and in the
programming work sheet included with each Zone
Expansion module.
Note: Do not program any of the system outputs until all
partitions have been added to the system. All output
types that are selectable by partition will only allow the
choice of enabled parts.
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Step 2 - Program the System
Now that the Partitions have been defined and zones
programmed, you are ready to program the rest of the
system. It is best to follow the Programming Work Sheets
starting at the beginning and carefully programming
each section. Having the required information entered
ahead of time will speed up this process considerably.
Once the Installer Programming is complete you can
program user functions ([✱][6][Master Code]). Next,
features on each partition can be enabled. Go to a
keypad assigned to the desired partition and enable the
features through [✱][6][Master Code] commands.
Step 3 - Program user Codes
From default the PC4020 comes with one user code
assigned as a Grand Master Code (‘1234’ for 4 digit
option, or ‘123456’ for 6 digit option). The other 999
user codes, 4 digit or 6 digit, may be programmed by
entering User Programming Commands ([✱][5][Access
Code]). See ‘Programming Additional Access Codes
Using a System Master Code or a Supervisory Code’
section in this manual.
Step 4 - Testing the System
See “Bell/Comm Test” under [✱][6] User Functions or do
the following. Contact the monitoring station to request a
transmission test. Plug the telephone cord into the RJ31-
X jack. If a DTS-1 is being used to monitor communicator
transmissions, connect it to the telephone line and place
the DTS-1 in the line mode by pressing the red “LINE/
LOCAL” button. Arm the panel, wait for the exit delay to
expire and trip a detector on an instant circuit. Wait for
the communication to complete. Disarm the panel and
check with the monitoring station to confirm acceptance
of the transmission. Perform additional transmissions
required by the monitoring station.
Check the “TROUBLE” light on the keypad. If it is on,
press [✱] then [2] to determine the trouble. The “Trouble
Display” section in “Keypad Functions” gives a
description of the different trouble conditions.
Hardware Reset of Memory to Factory
Defaults
If the Installer’s Code is lost through inadvertent
programming, the only means of reprogramming the system
is by a hardware reset. If the Installer’s Lockout is enabled,
there is no way to reprogram the system without entering
the correct Ianstaller’s Code.
The PC4020 can also be reset through software in the
installer’s programming. See “Factory Default” in the
Programming Guide.
Note: Panels returned to DSC with the Installer’s
Lockout feature enabled and no other apparent
problems will be subject to an additional service charge.
To reset the panel to factory default conditions:
1. Power the system down by removing both AC and
battery power to the main panel.
2. Short the zone 1 terminal and the PGM terminal on the
main panel.
3. Restore power to the main panel.
4. Wait for 20 seconds then remove the short between
the PGM and zone 1.
5. The system will have reloaded the memory with
factory defaults. All modules will have to be enrolled
again. The event buffer is the only part of memory that
is retained during a factory default.
Step 5 - Instructing the End User
Describe system operation to authorized users.
Provide user with the instruction manual and instruct
them to read it to become familiar with the system
operation.
Instruct the user to test the system on a regular basis as
described in the Instruction Manual. The Master Code
should be changed from the default setting and
recorded.
There is a wide range of possible uses for the [✱][4] and
[✱][7] commands which are not described in the
instruction manual. Be sure to explain the functions of
the [✱][4] Sensor Reset and the [✱][7] Utility Output to
the user if they are incorporated into the system.
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