Esprit and Stand Alone Programming
To enter programming mode with Esprit or in Stand Alone mode, connect an Esprit 636 or 646 to the
“Program” connector. Press the “Esprit Mode Programming” button. Press [Enter] on your Esprit keypad
and enter the installer code (default: 757575). Enter the desired section number.
Stand Alone Use
The RTX3 can be used as a Stand Alone module. The programming sections are the same as when used
with an Esprit with a few exceptions. In Stand Alone mode, section [001], option [1] and option [2] will not
affect system use. Panic alarms can only be used to toggle PGMs on the RTX3 in Stand Alone mode.
Sections [301] to [332] do not have to be programmed.
NOTE: To program wireless transmitters in Stand Alone mode, you must use a PX8 in conjunction with
the RTX3. Refer to the PX8 Instructions for more information.
* Buttons used to arm are also used to disarm the system
Installation Information
Figure 3: Mounting
Figure 4: PCB and Connection
Technical Specifications
Warranty
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FCC ID: KDYMG-RTX3 CANADA: 2438A-MGRTX3 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Table 4: Esprit Programming
[000]
Installer Code
Set Installer Code (4 or 6 digits, default: 757575)
[004]
Option [6]: PGM1 Initial State
OFF = Normally Open (default)
ON = Normally Closed
Option [7]: PGM2 Initial State
OFF = Normally Open (default)
ON = Normally Closed
[101] to [132]
Wireless Transmitter Assignment
[101] = Zone Input 1; [132] = Zone Input 32
Enter 6-digit serial number or press and release the transmitter’s tamper switch.
To delete an assigned transmitter, enter 000000 as a serial number.
[301] to [332]
User Code Assignment
Assign a valid user code from the Esprit Panel into the RTX3.
[301] = user 01; [332] = user 32.
To delete a user code, press [2ND] and then [Enter]
[201] to [232]
Remote Control Assignment
[201] = remote control 01; [232] = remote control 32
Press [Enter]. After the confirmation beep, press and hold any button on the remote until
you hear two beeps.
To delete a remote control, press [2ND] followed by [Enter].
[401] to [432]
Remote Control Button Options
[401] = remote control 01; [432] = remote control 32
Options [1] to [3]: See Table below
Option [4]: Enable button for PGM activation (see section [011])
Option [5]: Enable button for PGM activation (see section [012])
Option [6]: Enable button for PGM activation (see section [013])
Option [7]: Enable button for PGM activation (see section [014])
Option [8]: Enable button
+ for Panic Alarm
[011] to [014]
PGM Output Activation
[011] = Remote Button
[012] = Remote Button
[013] = Remote Button
[014] = Remote Button
Option [1]: Activate PGM 1 output (Default ON in section [011])
Option [2]: Activate PGM 2 output (Default ON in section [012])
Option [3]: Activate PGM 3 output (Default ON in section [013])
Option [4]: Activate PGM 4 output (Default ON in section [014])
Refer to section [401] to [432]
[021] to [024]
PGM Latch/Delay
[021] = PGM1; [024] = PGM 4
Option [0]: Latched Option [5]: 40 seconds
Option [1]: 1 second Option [6]: 60 seconds
Option [2]: 5 seconds (default) Option [7]: 2 minutes
Option [3]: 10 seconds Option [8]: 4 minutes
Option [4]: 20 seconds
[001]
Code Length
Option [1]: ON = 6-digit access code length (default)
OFF = 4-digit access code length
Panic Alarm
Option [2]: ON = Panic Alarm toggles PGM and panic alarm. (Default)
OFF = Panic Alarm toggles the PGM
[002]
PGM Output on Panic
Option [0]: No PGM output on panic alarm
Option [1]: Toggle PGM 1 on panic alarm
Option [2]: Toggle PGM 2 on panic alarm
Option [3]: Toggle PGM 3 on panic alarm (default)
Option [4]: Toggle PGM 4 on panic alarm
[003]
RF Lockout on Panic
Option [0]: No RF signal lockout on panic alarm (default)
Option [1]: 30-second RF signal lockout on panic alarm
Option [2]: 60-second RF signal lockout on panic alarm
Option [3]: 90-second RF signal lockout on panic alarm
Option [4]: 120-second RF signal lockout on panic alarm
Table 5: Remote Control Arming Options [401] to [432], Options [1] to [3]
Option [1] Option [2] Option [3] Definition
Off Off Off No Arm or Disarm
On Off Off
Button = Regular Arm* (Default)
Off On Off
Button = Regular Arm*
On On Off
Button = Regular Arm*
Button = Regular Arm*
Off Off On
Button = Force Arm*
On Off On
Button = Force Arm*
Button = Stay Arm*
Off On On
Button = Regular Arm*
Button = Stay Arm*
On On On
Button = Stay Arm*
Table 6: Mounting and Connection
Figure 3: Mounting
A Back Cover
B
Antennas: The vertical antenna is the default antenna. Connect the horizontal antenna to
improve reception and range.
C PCB Mounting Holes (x 9)
D Mounting clip (x 4)
E Wiring Slot
Figure 4: PCB and Connection
F
ERROR (Red): Indicates a problem with the module.
BUS RX (Green): Flashes when receiving information from the panel.
BUS TX (Red): Flashes when transmitting information to the panel.
RF RX(Green): Flashes when receiving wireless information.
RF TX(Yellow): Flashes when transmitting wireless information.
Special Display (Digiplex EVO and Spectra SP Series only):
BUS RX BUS TX Error Condition
OFF OFF ON Combus is shorted / No clock / No
data / Fail to Com
OFF ON ON Wrong data / Invalid Combus
address (Too many modules)
ON OFF ON Future Use
ON ON ON Combus lines reversed
---- ---- Flash Combus power is too low
G
Connect to a 307USB and use WinLoad’s In-Field Firmware Upgrade Application to
upgrade the firmware.
Connect the PX8 to a serial port. See the PX8 installation manual for additional information.
H Anti-Tamper Switch
I
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.
J
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.
K
Esprit Programming: Press to enter programming mode in Esprit mode.
System Reset: Press and hold the Programming button for 5 seconds, the BUS RX LED will
flash. Release the button and press it again while the LED flashes to reset the module to its
default values. This is only possible in the first 30 seconds after the RTX3 is powered up.
L
Connect the Esprit 636/646 LED keypad to the “Program” connector to program in Esprit
and Stand Alone mode.
M
Connect PGM3 and PGM4 to external power supplies if you need additional power. A PS817 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.
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
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