Paradox PCS300 Reference And Installation Manual
PCS300 Universal IP
Reporting Module
V1.0
Reference and Installation Manual
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7046142, 6215399, 6111256, 6104319, 5920259, 5886632,
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ........................................ 4
Features....................................................................... 5
Chapter 2: Overview ............................................ 7
Module Components - Front View ............................... 7
Module Components - Inside View .............................. 8
Module Components - Bottom View ............................ 9
LED Feedback ........................................................... 10
Specifications............................................................. 11
Chapter 3: Connections ..................................... 12
GPRS12 Plug-In Communicator Module ................... 12
GPRS12 Module SIM Card Connection..................... 14
Connections for Reporting ......................................... 15
Optional Power Supply Connections ......................... 16
Chapter 4: Installation ....................................... 17
Wall-Mount Installation............................................... 17
Antenna Extension Installation................................... 18
Chapter 5: Firmware Upgrades .......................... 19
Accessing the In-Field Paradox Upgrade Software
Application ................................................................. 19
On-Site Firmware Upgrade (IP) ................................. 20
Remote Firmware Upgrade (GPRS).......................... 22
Chapter 6: PCS300 Web Interface Page ............. 25
Index ................................................................. 26
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Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
The PCS300 Universal IP Reporting Module provides security
control panels with wireless communication capabilities to
report system events via IP and/or GPRS (using the GPRS12
Plug-In Communicator Module). System events can be
reported to up to two Paradox IPR512 GPRS/IP Monitoring
Receivers.
Configuring and monitoring the status of the PCS300 is done
using the PCS300 Web Interface page (via a web browser).
From the PCS300 Web Interface page, up to two separate,
unique reporting sequences can be defined, each one linked
to a specific phone number. Each reporting method can be
programmed to perform a specific number of attempts before
switching to alternate backup reporting methods.
The PCS300 can also be programmed to send SMS text
notifications when an input is activated or deactivated and/or
when a trouble occurs. The PCS300’s firmware can be
upgraded on-site (IP) or remotely through IP or GPRS (via the
GPRS12 Module) using the In-Field Paradox Upgrade
Software application.
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Introduction
Features
• Report events via IP or GPRS (requires GPRS12 Plug-In
Communicator Module)
• Report in conjunction with landline or as a backup
• Supports two IPR512 GPRS/IP Monitoring Receivers; each
with separate, unique reporting sequences
• Module configuration and status via the PCS300 Web
Interface
• Support for up to two inputs with report activation capability
including SMS notification
• Firmware upgrades via IP or GPRS
• Supports standard GSM provider SIM cards
• Report via SMS (up to 8 cell phone numbers)
• Supports multiple languages for both the Web Interface
and SMS
• 256-bit (AES) encryption for GPRS/IP reporting and Web
Interface
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Introduction
Included Items
• Phillips screws for top cover (4x)
• Green 4-pin removable connector
• Black 4-pin removable connector
• Rubber grommet
GPRS12 Plug-In Communicator Mod ule (optional)
• GPRS12 Module
• GSM Quad-Band antenna
• Lock washer
• Washer
Required/Optional Items
• Active standard GSM provider SIM card (required for GPRS
reporting)
• Antenna extension (optional when using the GPRS12
Module)
• 12 Vdc external power source (required)
Compatibility
Compatible with all security system control panels that support
CID reporting.
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Overview
Chapter 2: Overview
This section provides an overview of the PCS300 Universal IP
Reporting Module. It covers technical specifications, lightemitting diode (LED) functionality, and an overview of the
PCS300 system components.
Module Components - Front View
1) GSM Quad-Band antenna: required when using the
GPRS12 Plug-In Communicator Module
2) Mounting holes
3) Durable aluminum casing
4) Module Status Indicator LEDs
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3
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Overview
Module Components - Inside View
1) SIM Card slot: supports standard GSM provider SIM cards
2) GPRS12 Plug-In Communicator Module: optiona l for
GPRS reporting
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2
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Overview
Module Components - Bottom View
1) Power/Input Terminals: used to connect the PCS300 to an
external power supply such as the PS817 (optional) and to
connect up to 2 inputs
2) Ethernet connector: used to connect the PCS300 to the IP
network
3) R-1/T-1 and Ring/Tip Terminals: used to connect the
PCS300 to the control panel and to the Telco, respectively
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Overview
LED Feedback
The following table provides a description of the PCS300
LEDs.
LED Description
Input 1 Green: Input 1 has been activated
Input 2 Green: Input 2 has been activated
Error Red: an error has occurred on the module
In Use Green: module is communicating
Power Green: power is present
Signal
Strength
Indicates the quality of the signal
1 LED lit: weak signal (relocate module or use
an antenna extension)
3 LEDs lit: strong signal
GPRS Green: established a GPRS connection on
the GSM network
GSM Green: connected to the GSM network
Data Green flashing: module is communicating
Link Yellow: established a connection on the
Ethernet network
Bottom View LEDs
Front View LEDs
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