Linear UC330-VC nuLinc Installation Instructions Manual

UC330-VC

CDMA Cellular

Communicator

Installation Instructions

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The UC330-VC CDMA Cellular Communicator functions as a phone line replacement for
alarm panel Central Station reporting. It replaces the traditional wired phone line servicing
the alarm panel with a device that communicates via cellular airwaves.

The communicator has an input to detect the alarm panel’s arming status and an output
to arm and disarm the alarm panel via the panel’s key switch input. The communicator is
powered and battery backed up directly from the alarm panel.

Seven indicators display setup information and status during operation. The cellular signal
strength is also displayed by the indicators.

A remote antenna with an 8 ft. lead is supplied with the UC330-VC Cellular Communicator.
It should be oriented and placed in a location that provides the best radio signal strength.

The unit also includes an optional tamper switch that, once installed, will notify the Central
Station if the communicator is tampered with or removed from its mounting location.

The communicator will need to be activated on-line before use. Refer to these instructions
and the on-line LinearLinc/nuLinc Dealer setup information on the LinearLinc Web site.

To setup the nuLinc remote arm/disarm and system arming status connections, the
alarm panel’s armed output polarity and key switch input polarity and type will need to be
programmed in the panel. Refer to the alarm panel’s instructions and the on-line UC330-VC
Alarm Panel Connections & Programming Technical Bulletin (TB2013-004) for details.

2. MODULE COMPONENTS

3. ON-LINE ACTIVATION / REMOVING COVER

Log onto http://www.linearlinc.com to setup a Dealer account and activate the
device. This should be done prior to installing the UC330-VC at the customer location.

Open UC330-VC enclosure by loosening screw on enclosure chassis and lifting up on the
enclosure top.

4. INSTALLING AND WIRING TAMPER ALARM SWITCH

If a Tamper Alarm is required, install Tamper Switch (included) into the enclosure chassis
bracket as shown. Be sure that the tamper switch “snaps” into the bracket pins face down
and pivots freely. After installing Tamper Switch into enclosure chassis, plug the tamper plug

into the Tamper Header. The location is shown with a label and arrow on the circuit board.

5. WIRING TERMINATION (IF NOT USING TAMPER SWITCH)

If a Tamper Switch is not required, plug the Jumper (provided) in place on the Tamper
Header pins to prevent the tamper alarm from being raised.

6. CHASSIS TERMINAL BLOCK WIRING

Using the color coded connector wires (provided) insert into screw terminals on UC330-VC
enclosure chassis as shown in diagram. Feed wires through wiring guides located at the

bottom edge of the chassis. NOTE: Install in accordance with the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA 70.

7. MOUNTING ENCLOSURE CHASSIS

Determine location for UC330-VC enclosure chassis and install using 4 mounting screws

(provided). NOTE: Install in the same room and up to 3 feet away from alarm panel.

8. ANTENNA INSTALLATION

Fasten remote antenna to top of UC330-VC enclosure. Remove backing from sticky tape
on antenna. Place antenna at an optimal location that maximizes signal strength, usually
highest point above enclosure. Refer to Figure 12 for signal strength indicators. Be sure to
keep antenna away from any metal objects to prevent interference.

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www.linearcorp.com

POWER

LINK

ACTIVITY

SIGNAL

STRENGTH

ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS
(TOP REMOVED)

TO ALARM PANEL

TO 12V AUX. OUTPUT (RED)

TO GROUND (BLACK)

BLUE

WHITE

SCREW
TERMINAL WIRE
LOCATIONS

PNL

PSTN

R Y G B

WIRING
GUIDE

BLUE

WHITE

RED

BLK.

YEL.

GRN.

TO KEYSWITCH ARM/DISARM (YELLOW)

TO ARM STATUS (GREEN)

TAMPER SWITCH

SNAP TAMPER SWITCH
INTO CHASSIS BRACKET PINS
WITH SWITCH ARM FACING
DOWN

SWITCH
ARM

TAMPER

TAMPER
HEADER

TAMPER SWITCH
INSTALLED
IN CHASSIS

TAMPER PLUG

TAMPER

JUMPER

TAMPER HEADER

ENCLOSURE TOP

ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS

LOOSEN SCREW, THEN
PULL UP TO REMOVE
CASE

POWER

LINK

ACTIVITY

SIGNAL

STRENGTH

ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS

MOUNTING
SCREWS

UC330-VC
CDMA CELLULAR
COMMUNICATOR

ANTENNA

COLOR CODED
WIRE

TAMPER SWITCH

JUMPER

POWER

LINK

ACTIVITY

SIGNAL

STRENGTH

DO NOT MOUNT
REMOTE ANTENNA
ON A METAL BOX 0R
DOOR FRAME

MOUNT ANTENNA
AT LEAST
4” AWAY FROM
UC330-VC UNIT

NO!

REMOTE ANTENNA

UC330-VC

POWER

LINK

ACTIVITY

SIGNAL
STRENGTH

POWER

LINK

ACTIVITY

SIGNAL

STRENGTH

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9. WIRING UC330-VC TO ALARM PANEL

Power down the alarm panel and disconnect battery. Connect the UC330-VC to the alarm

panel’s 12VDC auxiliary output, telco ring and tip, key switch arm/disarm, and armed status

terminals using the color coded wires (provided). After connecting all appropriate wires and

battery, turn on power to the alarm panel.

10. LED STATUS INDICATORS

The UC330-VC has indicators which display unit status. They are located on the upper right
edge of the circuit board See chart in following box for unit status descriptions.

11. UNIT LED INDICATOR STATUS DESCRIPTION

INDICATOR DESCRIPTION

STATUS

OFF - the unit is not powered

FLASHING - the unit is booting

SOLID - the unit is powered and ready

CELL IP

OFF - the unit does not have IP connectivity over cellular network

SLOW FLASHING - the unit has an IP address but is not connected to

a LinearLinc server

SOLID - the unit has established a secure communications session
with a LinearLinc server

AUDIO ACT

SOLID - alarm panel communicating

SS1, SS2, SS3

Wireless signal strength indicators. Refer to next table

BUS

Not used

15. FINAL INSTALLATION

To close the UC330-VC unit, place the top over the base at the antenna end, then lower the
lid until it sits fl ush with the base. Finally, insert and tighten the locking screw at the base
of the enclosure chassis. Observe warning regarding mounting of remote antenna location.

16. SYSTEM TESTING

Before leaving site, complete the following installation checks:

1. UC330-VC mounted in tamper-proof enclosure.

2. UC330-VC powered from battery-backed power system and power budget has been
checked (UC330-VC draws average of 50mA, peak of 230mA).

3. Wireless signal strength is acceptable range or better

4. UC330-VC communicating with central station (Cell IP solid)

5. Alarms have been generated from the alarm panel and correct reception has been
confi rmed at the central station.

This equipment should be installed in accordance with Chapter 2 of the National Fire Alarm
Code, ANSI/NFPA 72. (National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
MA 02269)

LINEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This Linear product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months. This warranty
extends only to wholesale customers who buy direct from Linear or through Linear’s normal distribution channels. Linear

does not warrant this product to consumers. Consumers should inquire from their selling dealer as to the nature of the
dealer’s warranty, if any. There are no obligations or liabilities on the part of Linear Corporation for consequential

damages arising out of or in connection with use or performance of this product or other indirect damages with
respect to loss of property, revenue, or profi t, or cost of removal, installation, or reinstallation. All implied warranties,

including implied warranties for merchantability and implied warranties for fi tness, are valid only until Warranty Expiration
Date as labeled on the product. This Linear LLC Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties express or implied.
All products returned for warranty service require a Return Product Authorization Number (RPA#). Contact Linear Technical
Services at 1-800-421-1587 for an RPA# and other important details.

IMPORTANT !!!

Linear radio controls provide a reliable communications link and fi ll an important need in portable wireless signaling.
However, there are some limitations which must be observed.

• For U.S. installations only: The radios are required to comply with FCC Rules and Regulations as Part 15 devices. As such,
they have limited transmitter power and therefore limited range.

• A receiver cannot respond to more than one transmitted signal at a time and may be blocked by radio signals that occur on
or near their operating frequencies, regardless of code settings.

• Changes or modifi cations to the device may void FCC compliance.

• Infrequently used radio links should be tested regularly to protect against undetected interference or fault.

• A general knowledge of radio and its vagaries should be gained prior to acting as a wholesale distributor or dealer, and
these facts should be communicated to the ultimate users.

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,et (2) l’utilisateur
de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.

12. WIRELESS SIGNAL STRENGTH

The SS1, SS2, and SS3 LEDs indicate wireless signal strength as shown below.

*

SIGNAL STRENGTH

SS1 SS2 SS3

No reading available (eg modem is being reset)

OFF OFF OFF

Attempting to register on network

FLASH OFF OFF

<-89DbM Unacceptable

ON OFF OFF

-89dBm to -83dBm Poor

ON FLASH OFF

-83dBm to -77dBm Good

ON ON OFF

-77dBm to -70dBm Very Good

ON ON FLASH

>-70dBm Excellent

ON ON ON

13. COMMUNICATOR ACTIVATION AND START-UP

NOTE: The unit must be activated prior to testing and use. After activating UC330-VC, the
expected start-up sequence is as follows:

1. Power indicator fl ashes for 10 seconds then comes on solid

2. Within 30 seconds, the CELL IP indicator should start to fl ash slowly

3. Within 60 seconds, the CELL IP indicator should go solid. This may take up to fi fteen
minutes in poor reception areas.

4. If this is the initial power on or power on after a fi rmware upgrade, the unit will receive
its confi guration and may reboot.

5. Steps 1-3 above will then occur again

Once activated and connected, the normal Indicator status is

• Status Indicator: Solid

• Cell IP: Solid

• SS1, SS2, SS3: wireless signal strength

If this is not observed, consult the table in Step 14.

14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

CONDITION CAUSE ACTION

POWER LED OFF

Inadequate power supplied to
UC330-VC

Check 12VDC @ 230mA
is available.

CELL IP LED OFF

No network coverage, SIM not activated
or wireless authentication failed.

Call Technical Services

CELL IP LED

FLASHING

Network connectivity good, but account
is not activated in LinearLinc server.

SS1 FLASHING

The SIM card has not been activated

SS2 OFF

The signal for wireless communications
is too low

Move antenna until SS2 is
fl ashing or solid. A higher
gain antenna may be
needed.

SS2 SOLID or

FLASHING

Acceptable wireless signal strength

No action needs to be
taken.

SS3 SOLID or

FLASHING

Excellent wireless signal strength

UC330-VC
ENCLOSURE
TOP

UC330-VC
ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS

TIGHTEN SCREW

SNAP TOP ENCLOSURE
DOWN ON ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS

POWER

LINK

ACTIVITY

SIGNAL
STRENGTH

*

Unit is a global CDMA communicator that will locate the strongest cellular
signal regardless of carrier and will periodically scan and automatically change
to a stronger cellular carrier signal.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Voltage: 10VDC to 18VDC

Current: (@10V) 50mA average, 230mA peak

(@12V) 45mA average, 180mA peak

Environmental Conditions: -10 to +70 degrees C

5% to 90% relative humidity non-condensing

Panel Interface: Dial Capture

Wireless Interface: CDMA network compatible

UC330-VC
ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS

STATUS

CELL
IP

AUDIO
ACT

SS1

SS2

SS3 BUS

INDICATOR LOCATION
ON CIRCUIT BOARD FOR DIAGNOSTICS

ALARM PANEL

RING

TIP

TO TELCO

BATTERY
TERMINALS

ENCLOSURE
CHASSIS

+

−

RED

BLACK

(BLUE)

(WHITE)

ZONE PROGRAM
FOR KEYSWITCH
ARM/DISARM

(YELLOW)

(GREEN)

ARMED STATUS

REFER TO ALARM PANEL MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROGRAMMING & WIRING

12V BATTERY