Magellan RTX3 Reference And Installation Manual
RTX3: Wireless Expansion
Module
V5.1
Reference and Installation Manual
Table of Contents
Specifications.............................................................. 4
Hardware Compatibility............................................... 4
Overview............................................................. 5
Description.................................................................. 5
Features...................................................................... 5
Installation........................................................... 7
System Reset ............................................................. 7
LED Feedback............................................................ 8
Programming...................................................... 8
Programming for Imperial ........................................... 8
Programming for Spectra SP Series........................... 9
Programming for EVO ................................................ 9
Programming for Esprit and Stand Alone................. 15
Stand Alone Use....... ... .......................... ... ... ... .... ... ... 18
Firmware Upgrade.................................................... 18
Index................................................................. 19
Page 4
Specifications
Hardware Compatibility
Power input voltage: 12Vdc
Frequency: 433MHz or 868MHz
Sensitivity: -120 dBm
Current consumption: 50 mA
Dimensions
(no antenna):
15cm x 16cm x 3cm (6in x 6.5in x 1.1in)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F)
PGM outputs: PGM1 and PGM2 - 150mA PGM transistor
outputs
PGM3 - form C relay output rated at 5A/28Vdc,
N.O./N.C. (PGM4 optional)
Range: Refer to the appropriate transmitter Instructions
Other: Di-pole antenna; Error Correction Algorithm
Approvals: For the latest information on product approvals,
visit our Web site at paradox.com
Imperial EVO Spectra SP Esprit Stand Alone
Zones 32 32 32 - 32
Remotes 999 32/96/999 32 32 32
Remote
Type
REM1
RAC1
REM2
RAC2
REM3
REM15
REM1
RAC1
REM2
RAC2
REM3
REM15
REM1
RAC1
REM2
RAC2
REM3
REM15
REM1
REM15
REM1
REM15
Wireless
PGMs
-8 16- -
Wireless
Keypads
-- 8- -
Wireless
Siren
-- 4- -
Wireless
Repeater
-- 2- -
PX8 Output
Module
-- -- 4
Overview Page 5
Chapter 1:
Overview
Description
The RTX3 is a 2-way, 32 zone
wireless expansion module which
enables Imperial, DGP/EVO, Spectra
SP Series or Esprit control panels to
support wireless hardware such as
motion detectors and remote controls.
Features
• Up to 32 wireless zones
• Support for REM1 / REM2 / REM3
/ REM15 / RAC1 / RAC2 remote
controls
• Support for wireless PGMs (EVO /
SP Series only)
• Support for all Magellan
transmitters including 2WPGM
• Support for two RPT1 and eight
K32RF / K37 (SP Series only)
• Support for SR150 Wireless Siren
and RPT1 Wireless Repeater
(SP Series only)
• Support for PX8 Output Module
• In-field firmware upgradeable
through WinLoad via serial
or 4-wire connection
• RF jamming supervision
• Low battery, tamper and check-in
supervision
• Transmitter signal strength display
• 3 PGM outputs and 1 optional
output (not available on Imperial
panels)
• Noise level test and indicator
Included Items:
• 2 antennas
Required/Optional Items:
• Mounting hardware
• Optional 12Vdc external power
supply (PS27D / PS17)
Compatibility:
• Imperial V32 panels
• EVO / DGP panels
• Spectra SP Series panels
• Esprit panels
Page 6 Overview
1. LED display
(see LED Feedback on page 8)
2. Firmware upgrade serial
connection (see Firmware
Upgrade on page 18)
3. Anti-tamper switch
4. PCB screw
5. Antennas
6. Mounting clips
7. Esprit Mode Programming button:
Press to enter programming mode in
Esprit mode (see Programming for
Esprit and Stand Alone on page
page 15). Also used for system reset
(see System Reset on page 7).
8. Connect the Esprit 636/646 LED
keypad to the “Program” connector
to program in Esprit and St and Alone
mode.
9. Wiring slot
2
8
7
1
5
4
3
9
6
Installation Page 7
Chapter 2: Installation
1. Control panel Combus connection
NOTE: If you are using the RTX3 as a stand-alone device, connect an
external 12Vdc power supply to the RED and BLK terminals. Battery backup
is recommended.
2. If the current draw exceeds 150mA on PGM1 or PGM2, use a relay.
Connect the RTX3’s RED connector to the relay’s RED connector, and the
PGM connector (PGM1 or PGM2) to the relay’s BLK connector.
3. Connect PGM3 and PGM4 to external power supplies if you need additional
power. A PS-817 is recommended. Connect the PGM’s N/O connector to
the external power supply’s “+” connection. Connect the power supply’s “-”
connector to the device’s “-” connector. Connect the PGM’s COM connector
to the device’s “+” connector.
NOTE: Write down the serial number of all wireless modules to be used with
the RTX3. If this installation replaces another RTX3, make sure the
programming can be transferred.
System Reset
The system reset feature only functions during the first 30 seconds after RTX3
power up. In order to reset the system, press and hold the Programming button
for 5 seconds, the BUS RX LED flashes. Release the button and press it again
while the LED flashes to reset the module to its default values.
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3
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Page 8 Programming
LED Feedback
Chapter 3: Programming
This chapter provides programming instructions for Imperia l, Spectra SP
Series, EVO, Esprit, and stand alone installations.
Programming for Imperial
When connected to an Imperial panel, all RTX3 settings are programmed using
BabyWare. For more detailed instructions on using BabyWare and
programming remotes, refer to the Imperial System Guide.
All Panels
ERROR
Problem with the module
BUS RX
Receiving from panel
BUS TX
Transmitting to panel
RF RX
Receiving wireless
RF TX
Transmitting wireless
R
G
G
G
Y
EVO and SP Series only
ERROR
BUS RX
BUS TX
Com fail: GRN/YEL
short / no data
R
ERROR
BUS RX
BUS TX
Com fail: too many
modules / wrong data
R
G
ERROR
BUS RX
BUS TX
Com fail: GRN/
YEL reversed
G
R
G
ERROR
BUS RX
BUS TX
Combus power
too low
R
Legend
R = Red
G = Green
Y = Yellow
= Off
= On
= Flashing
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