Napco Security Technologies GEM-P1664 User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS

HARDWIRE WIRELESS

GEM-P1664

CONTROL PANEL/COMMUNICATOR

For use with "Classic" keypads (GEM-RP1CAe2, GEM-RP2ASe2, GEM-RP3DGTL and GEM-RP4RFC/GEM-RP4C)

and with "K Series" keypads (GEM-K1CA, GEM-K2AS, GEM-K3DGTL, and GEM-K4RF/GEM-K4)

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THIS MANUAL INCLUDES FEATURES WHICH ARE ONLY AVAILABLE IN

GEM-P1664 CONTROL PANEL FIRMWARE VERSION 1.0 OR LATER.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

GEM-P1664 panel version 01 requires the use of the following version keypads:

• GEM-RP1CAe2 Version 9A, GEM-K1CA Version 9A

• GEM-RP2ASe2, Version 7, GEM-K2AS, Version 7

• GEM-RP3DGTL, Version 3, GEM-K3DGTL, Version 3

• GEM-RP4RF, Version 2, GEM-K4/K4RF, Version 2

Upon entering program mode, the keypad display will flash the control panel firmware version, followed by the keypad firmware

version:

GEM-RP1CAe2: [019A], GEM-RP2ASe2: [0107], GEM-RP3DGTL: [0103], GEM-RP4RF: [0102]
GEM-K1CA: [019A], GEM-K2AS: [0107], GEM-K3DGTL: [0103], GEM-K4/K4RF: [0102]

 For consistency, it is recommended that all keypads either be all "classic" (such as the GEM-RP1CAe2 key-

pad) or all "K Series" (such as the GEM-K1CA)--both keypad types should not be used in one alarm system.

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS EDITION

The following changes have been made to this manual (WI1424A) since the previous edition (WI1424):

Page 6: Specifications: Current ratings updated.
Page 59: Wiring Diagram updated.

Refer to accompanying GEM-P1664 Programming Instructions (WI1422 and WI1423) for programming information.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION ..................................................... 4

General Description ................................................ 4

Features .................................................................. 4

Specifications .......................................................... 6

Ordering Information ............................................... 7

Summary of UL Requirements ................................ 8

INSTALLATION ...................................................... 9

Mounting ................................................................. 9

Wiring ...................................................................... 10

Wireless Systems .................................................... 10

Typical Residential Fire Installation ......................... 10

Typical Partitioned Installation ................................. 10

TESTING THE SYSTEM ......................................... 11

WIRING CONNECTIONS ....................................... 12

Battery .................................................................... 12

Transformer ............................................................ 12

Siren/Bell Output ..................................................... 12

Auxiliary Power ....................................................... 12

PGM Outputs .......................................................... 12

Remote Bus ............................................................ 13

Earth Ground .......................................................... 13

Zone Configuration Styles ....................................... 14

BASIC OPERATION ...............................................20

User Codes & Zone Descriptions .............................20

Arming and Disarming the System ...........................21

Bypassing Zones .....................................................23

Unbypassing Zones .................................................23

Alarm Indication .......................................................23

Function Mode/Dealer Program Mode .....................23

KEYPAD MESSAGES .............................................26

GLOSSARY ............................................................27

STANDBY-BATTERY CALCULATION WORKSHEET

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WIRING LEGEND ...................................................47

KEYPAD PROGRAMMING MODES .......................48

Function Mode .........................................................48

Dealer Mode ............................................................49

Easy Menu Mode .....................................................50

User Mode ...............................................................51

Keypad Configuration Mode .....................................52

CP-01 QUICK REFERENCE CHART ......................53

FACTORY DEFAULT DESCRIPTION .....................55

FCC STATEMENT ..................................................57

GEM-P1664 WIRING DIAGRAM .............................59

LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................60

Basic Zone Configuration ................................... 14

EZ Zone Doubling Configuration ........................ 14

Zone Expansion Device Compatibility ..................... 15

4-Wire Smoke Detectors ......................................... 15

2-Wire Smoke Detectors ......................................... 15

Telephone Lines ...................................................... 16

KEYPAD CONFIGURATION MODE ....................... 17

Keypad Installation .................................................. 17

Configuring the Keypads ......................................... 17

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INTRODUCTION

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Napco's Gemini GEM-P1664 is a state-of-the-art microcomputer-based burglary and residential fire alarm control panel
of modular design. Integrally an 8-zone panel, it will support up to 64 zones with the use of zone doubling, optional
zone expansion modules, wireless receiver modules and/or GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA Keypads. Each panel
includes an integral digital communicator.

The control panel features programmable area partitioning. That is, the system may be divided into up to 4 discrete
multiple-zone areas, each allowing access by only those users programmed for their respective area.

Opening Suppression and Closing Suppression, available through Napco Quickloader software, suppress reporting
within programmed “windows”. Conversely, Exception Reporting can transmit a “fail to close” if the panel is not armed
within programmed intervals and, similarly, a “fail to open” if the panel is not disarmed within programmed intervals.
Furthermore, the panel can be programmed to automatically arm either area at any time. A log containing up to 400
events (accessible through Quickloader
clock. A detailed event history may be displayed at the computer, using Napco’s PCD-Windows Quickloader Software.

Keypads feature a liquid-crystal display for messages. In normal use, the LCD shows zone identification and status
messages, and the log can also be viewed. Conventional LEDs and a sounder are also provided for annunciation.

Data may be quickly and easily downloaded to the control panel using a PC-compatible computer with Napco's PCD­Windows Quickloader software and PCI2000 computer interface. Or, the panel may be programmed using the keypad
in its secondary mode of operation. In the keypad programming modes (there are two: Dealer and User), the LCD
shows memory address, data values, programming prompts, and the alphanumeric characters required for entering up
to 64 user codes and custom zone descriptions.

NOTE: Failure to install and program as described in this manual for UL-listed

systems voids the listing mark of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

FEATURES

Control Panel Features

 Eight end-of-line-resistor burglary zones programmable for Area (expandable to sixteen end-of-line resistors with zone

Features

doubling or series zone doubling with loop supervision), Exit/Entry Delay, Interior (Stay) Bypass, Exit/Entry Follower, Day
Zone, Chime, Fire options, Swinger Shutdown, Zone Anding and a variety of other features.

 Supports up to 64 zones with optional zone-expansion modules, wireless receiver modules and 4-zone keypads.
 Supports up to 64 individually coded users.
 Supports three outputs (Bell, PGM1 and PGM2) and up to 16 external outputs (using Relay Module RB3008, RM3008 or the

GEM-OUT8. See Relay Control in glossary for more information).

 Supports three keypad panics: Fire, Police & Auxiliary.
 Supports four independent area partitions.
 Supports up to seven separate access stations (keypads) by up to 64 users.
 Supports up to 16 separately-addressable X-10 devices with the GEM-X10 KIT and PC04 interfaces.
 English-language prompts & system status messages.
 User Codes and Zone Descriptions outside assigned areas are able to be blocked from keypad display.
 User-customized zone descriptions, re-programmable as required.
 Supports 2-wire and 4-wire smoke detectors.
 Reports alarms, restores and troubles by zone.
 400 Event Log.
 Two programmable entry delay times.
 One Interior Zone Group.
 Dynamic battery test interrupts charging and places battery under load every four hours.
 Two Chimes by zone; programmable duration.
 Quickloader programmable.
 2 PGM outputs.
 Supports Gemini Wireless Devices.

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Communicator Features

 Compatible with all major receiver formats, including 4/2, SIA and Point ID (except Radionics Modem II).
 Rotary dial and TouchTone

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 Three 20-digit telephone numbers.
 Backup Reporting; Double Reporting; Split Reporting.
 64 User Codes with Opening/Closing -Reporting by user.
 AC Failure Reporting with programmable report delay.
 Supervised telephone line with a fixed 60 second delay.
 Pager capability.

Keypad Features

 English-language LCD display; LED and sounder annunciators.
 Supports up to seven 4-wire keypads.
 Provisions for fire, police and auxiliary panic alarms.
 Integral 4-zone EZM included in each keypad (GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA only).
 Fault-Find diagnostics simplify troubleshooting.

SIA CP-01 Features.

 See page 59 for complete information regarding how the Factory Program complies with the Security Industry Association

False Alarm Reduction Control Panel-01 Standard (SIA FAR CP-01).

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IMPORTANT NOTE

This manual supports the keypad programming of the GEM-P1664 control panel with the NAPCO "classic" GEM­RP1CAe2, GEM-RP2ASe2, and GEM-RP3DGTL keypads as well as the GEM-K1CA, GEM-K2AS, and GEM-K3DGTL
"K Series" keypads. The new "K Series" models offer the new STAY and AWAY buttons with simplified functionality,
along with the new MENU and ENTER buttons.

While the instructions in this manual are depicted using the GEM-K1CA and GEM-K2AS keypads, the manual applies to
both the "classic" and the "K Series" keypads.

Program Mode is the same for both keypads--only the button names have changed, as follows:

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A button and the R button operate identically (in Program Mode) for both keypads.

D button and the U button operate identically (in Program Mode) for both keypads.

button and the button operate identically (in Program Mode) for both keypads. The words

"NEXT/YES button" are used in this manual.

button and the button operate identically (in Program Mode) for both keypads. The words

"PRIOR/NO button" are used in this manual.

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SPECIFICATIONS

GEM-P1664

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perating Temperature: 0-49°C (32-120°F)
Input Power: 16.5-18.0 VAC via CLASS 2 Plug-In 20VA, 40VA or 50VA Transformer
Loop Voltage: 10-13Vdc
Loop Current: 3mA without Zone Doubling, 2.4mA with Zone Doubling using a 2.2K Ohm end-of-line resistor (Model EOL2.2K);

5mA for 2-wire smoke-detector zones; 1.4 mA using a 3.9K Ohm resistor (Model EOL3.9K) with Zone Doubling; 3mA with Se­ries Zone with Loop Supervision and 3mA with Series Zone Doubling with Loop Supervision

Loop Resistance: 300 Ohm max.; 50 Ohm for 2-wire smoke-detector zones

Alarm Voltage Output: 1
Programmable Negative Outputs: 2
Auxiliary Power Output: 11.7-12.5 VDC
Remote Power Output: 12 VDC regulated (for keypads)
Combined Standby Current (Remote Power + Aux. Power + Fire Power): See following charts.

Specifications

16.5VAC

TRANSFORMER

40VA/50VA 7 AH 550 mA 550 mA

20VA* 7 AH 500 mA 2.0 A 4 Hours

20VA* 7 AH 500 mA 2.0 A 6 Hours

16.5VAC

TRANSFORMER

40VA/50VA 7 AH 120 mA

40VA/50VA * Two 7 AH 360 mA

20VA * 7 AH 120 mA

20VA * Two 7 AH 360 mA

(1)

NOTE:

Alarm current can be increased by reducing standby current by the same amount.

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY & COMMERCIAL BURGLARY**

BATTERY

(12 VDC)

COMBINATION RESIDENTIAL FIRE & RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY

BATTERY

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STANDBY
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STANDBY
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ALARM

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360 mA

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* Not evaluated by UL.

** Commercial Burglary specifications not evaluated by UL.

STANDBY

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STANDBY

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24 Hours

24 Hours

24 Hours

FOR ALL UL INSTALLATIONS

The feature "Enable Residential Fire" (address 1422, option 4 / bit 3) must be programmed for ALL UL installations.
To program, please refer to the GEM-P1664 Programming Instructions (WI1422 and WI1423) for further information.

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"ENABLE RESIDENTIAL FIRE" (ADDRESS 1422) MUST BE PROGRAMMED

EZM Module: GEM-EZM816: Input, 50mA
Keypad Current: GEM-RP1CAe2: 100mA; 35mA if back lighting is disabled (cut W1, W2 & W3).

PGM Output: 5mA, 12V Special Application

Maximum Number of Keypads: 7
Maximum Wiring Length for each run (#22AWG): 1000' divided by total number of keypads and

EZMs on run

Keypad Dimensions: 4” x 5” x 1” (HWD); 11.1cm x 14.9cm x 2.7cm (HWD)

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ORDERING INFORMATION

System Components

GEM-P1664: Residential UL-Listed Burg and Fire

Control Panel.

GEM-RP1CAe2: 32-Character LCD Burg & Fire Keypad

with 4 EOL Zones.

GEM-RP2ASe2: LCD Burg & Fire Keypad with remote

panic.

GEM-RP3DGTL: Burg & Fire Keypad.
GEM-RP4RFC: Digital Icon Burg & Fire Keypad with

Integral RF Receiver.

GEM-RP4C: Digital Icon Burg & Fire Keypad.
GEM-K1CA: 32-Character LCD Burg & Fire Keypad with

4 EOL Zones.

GEM-K2AS: LCD Burg & Fire Keypad with remote

panic.

GEM-K3DGTL: Burg & Fire Keypad.
GEM-K4RF: Digital Icon Burg & Fire Keypad with Inte-

gral RF Receiver.

GEM-K4: Digital Icon Burg & Fire Keypad.

Optional Accessories and Peripherals

GEM-EZM8: 8 Zone Expansion Zone Module
GEM-EZM816: 4-16 Zone Expansion Zone Module
GEM-EVA 1: Electronic Voice Annunciator
GEM-RECV8: Wireless Receiver, 8 Zones
GEM-RECV16: Wireless Receiver, 32 Zones
GEM-RECV96: Wireless Receiver, 64 Zones
GEM-TRANS2: Window/Door Transmitter, 2-Point
GEM-RTRANS: Recessed Window/Door Transmitter
GEM-KEYF: Key Fob Transmitter
GEM-SMK: Wireless Smoke Detector
GEM-PIR: Wireless PIR
GEM-PIRPET: Wireless Pet Immune Transmitter*
GEM-RS232: Isolated Comuter Interface
GEM-DT: Wireless Dual-Technology Sensor
GEM-GB: Wireless Glass-Break Detector*
GEM-X10KIT: X-10 Interface*
GEM-OUT8: 8 output active low output module
GEM-TEMP64: GEM-P1664 indoor/outdoor program-

mable temperature sensor*
RM3008: Relay Module (in enclosure)
M278: Line-Reversal Module
PS3002: Power-Supply Module, 13.2Vdc, 1.9A*
EOL2.2K: End-of-Line Resistor Assy., 2.2k Ohm
EOL3.9K: End-of-Line Resistor Assy., 3.9k Ohm for

Zone Doubling

EOL4.7K: End-of-Line Resistor Assy., 4.7k Ohm
FT2200: End-of-Line Relay/Resistor Supervisory Module
RB1000: Relay Board, single output*
RBATH1: Dual Battery Harness
RPB-3: Universal Keypad Mounting Box
TRF11: Transformer, 16.5Vac/40VA, Class 2
TRF14: Transformer, 16.5Vac/50VA, Class 2
WL1: Wire Assembly with Lug Connector, 20”

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VERI-PHONE: Two-Way Voice/Listen-In Module
PCD-Windows: Downloading Software (for Windows)

for IBM PC-Compatible, V5.0 or greater

PCI2000/3000: Software Interface for IBM PC-

Compatible Computer*

PCI-MINI: Notebook Computer Interface*
W834-1: Keypad Cable, plug-in (20”)
OI193: User Guide, GEM-RP1CAe2
OI192: User Guide, GEM-RP2ASe2
OI249: User Guide, GEM-RP3DGTL
OI278: User Guide, GEM-RP4C & RP4RFC
WI1212: Installation Manual, GEM-RP4C
WI1128: Installation Manual, GEM-RP4RFC
OI279: User Guide, GEM-K1CA
OI280: User Guide, GEM-K2AS
OI281: User Guide, GEM-K3DGTL
OI283: User Guide, GEM-K4 & K4RF
WI1178: Installation Manual, GEM-K4
WI1179: Installation Manual, GEM-K4RF

WI1422: GEM-P1664 Programming Instructions (using

GEM-RP1CAe2 / GEM-K1CA keypads).

WI1423: GEM-P1664 Programming Instructions (using

GEM-RP2ASe2 / GEM-K2AS or GEM-RP3DGTL /
GEM-K3DGTL keypads).

WI1424: GEM-P1664 Installation Instructions
WIZARD IIe: Telephone Interface Module*

*Not Investigated by UL

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UL Listings

Household Burglar Alarm System Units: UL1023
Household Fire Warning System Units: UL985
Security Industry Association (SIA) False Alarm Reduction

Standard CP-01

** Pending

Napco Group Europe Ltd.

Libra Wireless Transmitters and Receivers for connec­tion to Napco Intruder Control Panels (Operates on
433MHz, European Approved Frequency)

WI925: LIBRA-RECVXP-433 Wireless 8 Zone Receiver
WI924: LIBRA-RECV8-433, LIBRA-REC16433, LIBRA-

REC96433, Wireless 8/16/96 Zone Receiver
WI923: LIBRA-TRANS433, Wireless Door Contact
WI929: LIBRA-PIR433, Wireless PIR
WI931: LIBRA-KEYF433, Wireless KeyFob
WI930: LIBRA-SMK433, Wireless Smoke Detector
WI928: LIBRA-GB433, Wireless Glass Break Sensor

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Smoke Detectors, 4-Wire:

1. ESL 445AT, 445C, 445CT, 445CR, 445CRT

2. Hochiki America SLG-12 with YBC-RL4-RA Base

3. System Sensor 2312/24T; 1412; 1412TH; 2412TH

Subtract total smoke-detector alarm current from available standby current.

Note: Any normally-open devices that do not require power from the control panel, such as pull stations and
thermostats may be used if acceptable to the Authority having Jurisdiction.

UL Compatible Smoke Detectors (Providing UL Recognition or Listing)

Manufacturer 4-Wire

Smoke Detector

Napco FW-4 FW-2

Sentrol

System
Sensor

449AT
449C
449CRT
449CST
449CSRT
449CSRH
449CSST

1112
2112

449CLT
449CSLT
449CTE
741U
742U

2112T
2112TSRB

712U
722U
732U
711U
721U
721UT

2100
2100T

2-Wire

Smoke Detector *

731U

1100

Smoke Detector

Base

701U
702U
702RE
702RU

Note: * Voltage Rating: 8.5-13.3 VDC, Maximum Number of Detectors: 10

SUMMARY OF UL REQUIREMENTS

Residential

 Recognized Limited-Energy Cable for initiating, indicating and supplementary circuits.
 Initiating loops supervised if longer than 3 feet
 FT2200 End-of-Line Relay for Fire (if using 4-wire smoke detectors)
 Minimum alarm timeout of 5 minutes
 Maximum exit time: 60 seconds
 Maximum entry time: 45 seconds
 Do not program “Swinger Shutdown”, “Force Arming”, “Selective Bypass” or “50 ms Loop Response”
 “Abort Delay” may not exceed 45 seconds
 Program “Disable Callback Download”
 Automatic dialer may not dial a police station number that has not been dedicated for such service
 System must be tested at least weekly under AC/battery and Battery-Only conditions

Smoke detectors & Summary of UL Requirements

 Replace the rechargeable battery at least every 5 years
 If the battery is heavily discharged, replace it or have it tested by a qualified technician
 For silent panic, connect only to UL-listed holdup devices
 All zones must be programmed for “Priority”
 Do not program any zones for “Keyswitch Arming”
 System must be serviced at least once every year
 Residential Fire and Combination Residential Fire & Burglary must program “Residential Fire”
 Keypad Expansion (EZM) Zones are not to be used as fire zones
 Keypad Auxiliary is not to be selected
 The GEM-K Series Keypads must have the indicators printed on the face label (Fire, Police and Auxiliary) covered by a

supplied label if not in use.

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INSTALLATION

CAUTION: This equipment generates and uses radio-frequency energy. If not installed using conventional installation
practices for RF devices, it may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If it has been found to cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by removing and reapplying AC and battery power to the equipment, the installer
should try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: reorient the receiving antenna;
connect the power transformer to a different outlet so that the control panel and receiver are on different branch
circuits; relocate the control panel with respect to the receiver.

MOUNTING

Control Panel

Choose a mounting location accessible to (a) a continuously-powered AC source, (b) system ground, a steel or copper
ground rod, ideally no further away than 10 feet, and (c) telephone lines (keep telephone wiring away from keypad
wires). Remove appropriate knockouts for cables. Place the control panel at a convenient viewing height and mark
the mounting holes. Attach the enclosure using screws suitable for the mounting surface.

Grounding

Connect the control-panel grounding screw to a metal cold-water pipe or a long steel (or copper) ground rod driven
deeply into the earth. Do not use a gas pipe, plastic pipe or AC ground connections. Use at least 16-gauge wire.
Make the run as short and direct as possible, without any sharp bends in the wire.

Keypad

A keypad should be located near each exit/entry door. The keypad features a handy pull-up reference label. Before
mounting the keypad onto the wall, push the Sliding Label Plate (with label and felt backing affixed and handle facing
forward) down the guides at the rear of the keypad until it snaps into place. Once installed, the Sliding Label Plate
cannot be removed without first removing the keypad from the wall. Note: (1) The keypad fire and panic keys should
not be considered a substitute for a listed manual initiating device, such as a pull box. (2) Each GEM-RP1CAe2
includes provisions for four additional zones. See ADDING EXPANSION ZONES.

If installing onto a double-gang box, insert mounting screws through the two vertical elongated holes on the left side of
the case and into the box. If the box is visible when viewed from the front, adjust the keypad vertically and tighten the
screws. Then, using hardware suitable for the mounting surface, add one or two screws at the right side of the keypad
case directly into the wall to ensure a secure installation. Note: Do not overtighten the screws! Uneven walls may
cause the keypad case to distort.

Mounting

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Wiring

Wire keypad(s), zones, expansion zone modules and output devices as shown on the Wiring Diagram. Note that the
Wiring Diagram contains important information not available elsewhere in this manual.

CAUTION: Do not run telephone wiring near speaker wires; do not run keypad wiring with loop wiring.

Adding Expansion Zones

GEM-P1664 control panel can support up to 16 zones as is, however this number may be increased to as many as 64
programmable zones using optional expansion zone modules (EZMs).

Wireless Systems

With the addition of at least one GEM-RECV series receiver, the GEM-P1664 will support up to 64 wireless
transmitters. The panel can accommodate one or two receivers within the premises, responding to the one with the
stronger transmitter signal. If any transmitters are selected for the default program, a GEM-RECV receiver will
automatically be programmed.
The keypad can display the status of any transmitter, indicating the condition of the zone (normal or open) and
transmitter troubles (low battery, tamper or supervisory failure), and signal strength of the last transmission. A receiver
failure will be indicated by “E06-NN” (“no response”, with NN representing the receiver number).

Wiring

partitions, ceiling beams, doorways, and open joists will require additional detectors.
Refer to NFPA Standard No. 74 (National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269) for
additional information, including proper mounting of detectors.

TYPICAL PARTITIONED INSTALLATION

(4 Partitions Available)

TYPICAL RESIDENTIAL FIRE INSTALLATION
(Where permitted by local codes)

At least one smoke detector should be installed directly outside
each sleeping area. If there is more than one floor, additional
smoke detectors should be installed on each level, including the
basement. The living-area and basement smoke detectors
should be installed near the stairway of the next upper level.
For increased protection, additional detectors should be installed
in areas other than those required, such as the dining room,
bedrooms, utility room, furnace room, and hallways. Heat
detectors, rather than smoke detectors, are recommended in
kitchens, attics, and garages due to conditions that may result in
false alarms and improper operation. Large areas and areas with

Described and illustrated here are an example of a partitioned

system with common-area protection of the control-panel room. This
system meets UL requirements for a partitioned system.

All areas must be owned and managed by the same person(s).
All areas must be part of one building at one street address.
The control panel and all wiring protecting each partitioned area must

be confined to the respective area and may not impinge upon the other
area. This requires that the control panel room have redundant

protection; that is (a) multiple sets of door contacts, each wired to a
separate zone and (b) one of those zones programmed for each area. In order to gain access to this protected area
without causing an alarm, both partitions must be disarmed. In lieu of redundant protection, 24-Hour Zones may be
used. Any zone protecting the control panel and transformer may not be programmed for bypass.

The sounding device must be placed such that the bell test can be heard by all partitions. Note: NFPA 74

(Household Fire Warning Equipment) requires that a fire alarm audible device be installed indoors.

The User Program Code is not to be given to anyone except the authority responsible for all partitions.

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TESTING THE SYSTEM

After installation is completed, test the system as follows.

 1. Call the central station to inform them of the test.
 2. Initiate an alarm, preferably on a zone that activates a steady siren, and verify proper signalling.

 3. Call the central station to confirm their receipt of a good transmission.

Note: Be sure to test all enabled keypad panics.

Signal Strength Testing/Wireless Systems

To test the operation of wireless transmitters, proceed as follows.

 1. Enter the Fault-Find Mode. (See Dealer Mode on page 52. Panel must be disarmed).
 2. Fault a point of the transmitter to be tested by opening the loop. If the signal strength of the transmitter is

3 or greater, the keypad will beep, as follows:

Signal Power Beeps

0-2 0

3 1
4-5 2
6-7 3

8-10 4

 3. Restore the wireless point (close the loop).
 The transmitter signal strength will be displayed on a scale of 3-10 with 3 considered marginal and 10

considered excellent. Note that if the signal strength is less than 3, the keypad will not beep and the strength
will not be displayed. Except in the Fault-Find Mode, signal strengths less than 3 will be entered into the
system log. Upon zone restore, the keypad will beep once.

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Testing the System

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WIRING CONNECTIONS

BATTERY

7

TRANSFORMER

(The following applies to installations in the United States of America): Connect
a 16.5 VAC Transformer to Terminals 1 and 2, using a wire of #18 AWG. or
larger at a distance of 15 ft. or less from the control panel. NOTE: Do not
connect to a switched outlet.

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The RED (+) and BLACK (-) flying leads must be connected
to a 12VDC 4-7 AH Rechargeable Battery, to serve as
backup power in the event of AC Power Failure. NOTE: To
calculate the available standby time refer to the Standby­Battery Calculation Worksheet at the back of this manual.

SIREN/BELL POWER

AUXILIARY POWER

Connect the auxiliary devices (motion detectors, glass breaks, etc.) to Terminals 5
and 6. Auxiliary Power provides 11.7-12.5 VDC nominal output which is used for
powering auxiliary devices. NOTE: To calculate the available standby time refer to
the Standby-Battery Calculation Worksheet at the back of this manual.

PGM OUTPUTS (PGM1 & PGM2)

Wiring Connections: Battery, Transformer, Siren Power, Aux. Power & PGM Outputs

Connect the alarm sounding devices (self-contained sirens,
speakers or a mechanical bell) to Terminals 3 and 4. Any self­contained siren requiring a 12 VDC input can be connected.
When connecting a mechanical bell, it must be supervised
using a 2.2k Ohm resistor. To connect 8 Ohm Speakers use a
Siren Driver with the proper polarity observed. NOTE: Refer to
the GEM-P1664 Wiring Diagram for alarm current
specification. Note: In NFPA Household Fire Installations.
only a single siren or bell can be used on this bell circuit.

PGM1 and PGM2 are negative switched
programmable outputs that can be activated
depending on the programming options
selected (see GEM-P1664 Programming
Instructions). Connect the device controlled by
the programmable output between terminal 5
(+) and the PGM output (-), either terminal 7 or

8. As an example, the connection to the
RB1000 Relay Module is shown.

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REMOTE BUS

REMOTE BUS

ADDITIONAL

EZMs

Example:

(GEM-RP1CAe2)

2 LINE KEYPAD

S

U

T

A

T

S

D

E

M

R

A

NOTE: Refer to the EZM Installation Instructions for

specific wiring information.

AVAILABLE DEVICES

1. KEYPADS: GEM-RP2AS & GEM-RP1CAe2

2. X-10 INTERFACE: GEM-X10

3. WIRED ZONE EXPANDER: GEM-EZM816

4. WIRELESS RECEIVERS: GEM-RECV8, GEM-RECV16 & GEM-RECV96

5. RELAY MOD ULE: RM3008

6. VOICE INTERFACE: GEM-EVA

7. TELEPHONE INTERFACE: WIZARD2

1. KEYPADS: GEM-RP1CAe2, GEM-RP2ASe2, GEM-RP3DGTL, GEM­RP4 series, GEM-K1CA, GEM-K2AS, GEM-K3DGTL, GEM-K4 series,
(7 maximum)

2. X-10 INTERFACE: GEM-X10 (16 devices maximum)

3. WIRED ZONE EXPANDER: GEM-EZM4/8EX, GEM-EZM4/8 (64
zones maximum)

4. WIRELESS RECEIVERS: GEM-RECV8, GEM-RECV16, GEM­RECV96 (64 zones maximum)

5. RELAY MODULE: RM3008 (16 relays maximum)

6. VOICE INTERFACE: GEM-EVA 1

7. TELEPHONE INTERFACE: WIZARD IIe

AVAILABLE DEVICES

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Wiring Connections: Remote Bus & Earth Ground

Connect the available devices as shown above to the remote bus terminals (9, 10, 11 & 12). Observe the correct
color wire connections. When connecting the keypads, first configure them accordingly (refer to the Keypad
Configuration Mode at the back of this manual). Keypads should be located near every exit/entry door. Up to seven
keypads may be connected if the longest cable run from the panel, to the farthest keypad (daisy chained or home­run) is less than 1000 feet. The maximum distance for seven keypads is 300 feet using 22 AWG. wire. NOTE: When
running keypad wire, avoid wiring parallel to other types of wiring.

EARTH GROUND

Connect the control panel EARTH GROUND screw to a metal cold-water
pipe using at least a #16 AWG. wire. Do not use a gas pipe, plastic pipe
or AC ground connections. Also, connect the circuit board to the metal
enclosure. Connect a wire with a ground lug crimped or soldered onto
one end of the EARTH GROUND screw to the cabinet. NOTE:
Grounding connections should avoid bends in the grounding wire
whenever possible.

NOTE: Do not use a gas pipe, plastic
pipe or AC ground connections.

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BASIC ZONE CONFIGURATION

(–)

zone modules or wireless sensor transmitters/receivers can be used to obtain zones numbered 9 through 32.

The basic zone configuration for the GEM-P1664 is 8 zones.
Connect as shown above to terminals 13-24. Normally Closed (N.
C.) devices may be wired in series or Normally Open (N.O.)
devices may be wired in parallel. Use the 2.2K Ohm end-of-line (E.
O.L.) resistor in each zone, if selected in programming (refer to the
GEM-P1664 Programming Instructions). Zones 1-8 can be
selected for a “Fast Loop Response (50 ms)” or a “Normal Loop
Response (750 ms)”. Other zone options include Zone Type (Entry/
Exit, Interior, 24 Hour Protection, Trouble and Fire), Instant, Chime,
Area Selection and PGM Output selection. Additional expansion

EZ ZONE DOUBLINGTM CONFIGURATION

Additional expansion zone modules or wireless sensor transmitters/receivers can be used to obtain zones numbered 9 through 32

The control panel zone configuration may be expanded from 8 to 16
zones without the use of EZM Modules. To do so simply select “EZ
Zone Doubling” in programming (refer to the GEM-P1664
Programming Instructions) and connect zones as shown above.
NOTE: If both zones in a zone-pair configuration (ex: zones 1 & 9 in
the above diagrams) are to be used, then normally closed devices
must be wired to both zones. The 3.9K EOL resistor must be placed
at the end of the loop of the higher zone and the 2.2K EOL resistor
must be placed at the end of the loop of the lower zone.

If Normally open zones for fire or panic devices are required, then
the lower zone (2.2K EOL resistor) must be used and the higher
zone (3.9K EOL resistor) must not be programmed for any area.

WARNING: Assigning a fire zone or keyswitch zones to a zone doubled will disable the respective complimentary zone. For
example, if zone 8 is assigned as a fire zone, it will disable zone 16. If zone 3 is assigned as a fire zone, it will disable zone 11.

Wiring Connections: Basic Zone Configuration & EZ Zone Doubling Configuration

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4-WIRE SMOKE DETECTORS

4-WIRE SMOKE DETECTOR WIRING

The GEM-P1664 can use conventional 12 VDC 4-wire smoke detectors. To use
them, select fire zone programming option and do not select 2-wire smoke
detector programming option for the desired fire zone (refer to the GEM-P1664
Programming Instructions). Set JP3 to the position as shown, if zones 7 or 8 are
to be used.

Four wire smoke detectors may be connected to any programmed fire zone (1-8)
as shown, within the panel. If the Zone Doubling is used (see EZ Zone Doubling
Configuration), the respective complementary zones (9-16) are disabled when 4­wire smoke detectors are connected to zones 1-8. If external EZMs are used for
zones 9-64, then 4-wire smoke detectors may be connected to any programmed
fire zones (9-64).

Power must be obtained from terminal 25 and 6. If Fire Alarm Verification is
desired to reset the smoke detectors, select this option for the desired fire zone.

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Wiring Connections: 4-Wire Smoke Detectors & 2-Wire Smoke Detectors

2-WIRE SMOKE DETECTORS

2-WIRE SMOKE
DETECTOR WIRING

Two-wire smoke detectors can only be connected to zones 7 and 8. To use
them, select fire zone programming option and select 2-wire smoke detector
programming option for the desired fire zone 7 or 8 (refer to the GEM-P1664
Programming Instructions) and set JP3 to the “2-WF” position as shown.
Connect the 2-wire smoke detectors as shown.

If the Zone Doubling is used (see EZ Zone Doubling Configuration), the
respective complementary zones (15 & 16) are disabled when 2-wire smoke
detectors are connected to zones 7 & 8.

If Fire Alarm Verification is desired to reset the smoke detectors, select this
option for the desired fire zone (zone 7 or 8).

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TELEPHONE LINES

RING TIP TIP RING

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Model 368 Cord

RING

TIP

Connect the Model 368 Cord as follows: 26 (RED = Telco Ring), 27 (GREEN = Telco Tip), 28 (GRAY = Home Ring)
and 29 (BROWN = Home Tip). Insert the modular plug into an approved USOCRJ31X jack (or a CA31A jack for
Canadian installations). The Telco Line is used by the control panel to dial the central station and for downloading.
This line should not be connected to party lines or coin operated telephones. If connected to a line with call waiting,
then call waiting interrupt numbers must be programmed into the CS Telephone Numbers (refer to the GEM-P1664
Programming Instructions).

When communicating to central station and during downloading, the control panel seizes the telephone lines from the
house phones, rendering them inoperative during communication. Upon completion of central station
communication, the telephone line is restored to the house phones.

Wiring Connections: Telephone Lines

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KEYPAD CONFIGURATION MODE

This section will focus on configuring the GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA and GEM-RP2ASe2/GEM-K2AS Keypads. We recommend
that either a GEM-RP1CAe2 or a GEM-K1CA keypad be used for programming.

KEYPAD INSTALLATION

Each keypad must be assigned an address number (1–7) and each requires its own configuration procedure (see CONFIGURING
THE KEYPADS, which follows, and DIRECT ADDRESS KEYPAD AREA OPTIONS). At least 1 keypad must be used; only 1 is
required for a single-area Commercial Burglary installation.

• GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA - is a 2-line combination fire/burglary/access keypad capable of supporting 4 EZM zones. A GEM-

RP1CAe2 or GEM-K1CA is recommended for use with programming.

• GEM-RP2ASe2/GEM-K2AS - is a utility LCD keypad combining several preset LCD words with a limited message line. NOTE:

Due to space constraints, available messages are abbreviated and will scroll automatically.

CONFIGURING THE KEYPADS

A total of up to 7 keypads may be connected to the panel. GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA and GEM-RP2ASe2/GEM-K2AS keypads may
be intermixed but require different configuration procedures, as described in the following paragraphs. If you have a GEM-K1CA key­pad, please see the "Important Note" on page 5 regarding the differences between the GEM-RP1CAe2 and the GEM-K1CA keypad
buttons. The buttons displayed below will be for the GEM-K1CA keypad.

Configuring the GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA Keypad

Each GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA keypad must be configured for (a) keypad tactile beep; (b) entry
sounder; (c) keypad address; (d) EZM address; and (e) zone response.

To enter the GEM-RP1CAe2/GEM-K1CA Configuration Mode:

1. Move jumper JP1 (located at the upper center of the control panel board) from Pins 1-2 (top two) to

Pins 2-3 (bottom two). NOTE: See the Wiring Diagram.

2. After about 15 seconds, the display will read “XX OUT OF SYSTEM”, where XX indicates the keypad

address.

3. Press

Keypad Beep

Entry Sounder

11123 R and proceed as follows. (Repeat the following procedure for all keypads.)

ON

Keypad Tactile Beep

Upon entering the Keypad Configuration Mode, “KEYPAD BEEP ON” will be displayed,
indicating that the tactile beep, which sounds when any button is pressed, is on.

To turn off the tactile beep, press the

toggle the tactile beep on and off). Press the A or R button to continue
or press the

C button to exit.

U or D button (the U or D button will

Entry Sounder

ON

To turn off the keypad sounder during entry time, press the U or D button (the

NORMAL

KEYPAD
CONFIGURE

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Keypad Configuration Mode

U or D button will toggle the entry sounder on and off). Press the A or

R button to continue or press the C button to exit.

Keypad Address

01

To assign the keypad number, proceed as follows:

1. Enter the assigned keypad number 01–07, then press the U or D button to save. A valid number will be acknowledged by a

short beep; an invalid number will be rejected by a long beep.

2. Press the

A or R button to continue or press the C button to exit.

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If more than one keypad is installed, each must be assigned a unique keypad
address (that is, no two keypads may be numbered alike):

keypads must be numbered consecutively (missing numbers are not

permitted)

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New

Compat # 0000

Press the

EZM Address

A or R button to continue or press the C button to exit.

00

designate the keypad as Group “01” at the “
group number “01” through “14”. (Each EZM must have a unique assigned group number, starting with “01” and

proceeding consecutively.) Press the

C button to exit.

Zone Response

00

the zone(s) to be changed:
Zone 1=(1); Zone 2=(2); Zone 3=(4); Zone 4=(8)

2. Add up the circled numbers.

3. At the keypad, enter the sum as a two-digit number “01” through “15” on the display, then press the

Example. Change Zones 2, 3 and 4 to 50mS response.

1. Circle numbers for Zones 2, 3 and 4: (2), (4) and (8).

2. Add up the circled numbers: 2 + 4 + 8 = 14.

3. Enter “14” at the keypad, then press the

Press the

Keypad Configuration Mode

Note: Panel Zone Response time can also be changed in Direct Address programming (first 8 zones only). See the

Programming Instructions WI1422 and WI1423 for more information.

Program Control

A or R button to continue or press the C button to exit.

Message # 1

selections, for changes) or press the

SYSTEM

”). Then replace Jumper JP1 across Pins 1–2 (top two).

C button to exit the Keypad Configuration Mode (display will read “01 OUT OF

Compatibility Number (Not Applicable)

THIS FEATURE IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE GEM-P1664 CON­TROL PANEL. DO NOT CHANGE THIS SETTING.

EZM Address

The keypad's internal EZM (Expansion Zone Module) may be utilized to
provide four additional wired zones. Whether used alone or in conjunction
with optional GEM-EZM series modules or other keypad EZMs, it must be
assigned a unique address (or Group number, see Keypad Programming
Workbook) similar to its keypad address. If no other EZMs are to be used,

EZM ADDRESS 00” display. In multiple-EZM systems, enter an assigned

U or D button to save. Press the A or R button to continue or press the

Zone Response

The normal loop response of each keypad expansion zone is 750mS,
however the response time of any zone can be reduced to 50mS as
follows.

1. Of the following, circle the number(s) in parentheses associated with

U or D button.

U or D button.

Program Control Message (Not Applicable)

THIS FEATURE IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE GEM-P1664
CONTROL PANEL.

Press the

R button to continue (the display will loop back through

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