Pyronix 256, PCX 26/SMS System Manual
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: ENGINEER MENU STRUCTURE ................................................................ 9
CHAPTER 2: QUICK FIND GUIDE .................................................................................. 12
2.1 COMMUNICATION ................................................................................................................12
2.2 ENGINEER TEST FUNCTIONS .............................................................................................12
2.3 ADDRESSING / CONNECTING DEVICES ............................................................................12
2.4 PROGRAMMING OPTIONS ..................................................................................................12
2.5 TABLES .................................................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 3: THE ENGINEERS MENU........................................................................... 13
3.1 ENTERING THE ENGINEERS MENU ............................................................................................13
3.2 EXITING THE ENGINEER MENU..................................................................................................13
CHAPTER 4: SYSTEM OVERVIEW................................................................................. 14
4.1 PCX 26/SMS INPUT INFORMATION ...........................................................................................14
4.2 PCX 256 INPUT INFORMATION.................................................................................................. 14
4.3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................15
4.3.1 Inputs ...............................................................................................................................15
4.3.2 Programmable Outputs (PGM) ........................................................................................15
4.3.3 Keypads (PCX-LCD/UK) ..................................................................................................16
4.3.4 Tag Readers (PCX-PROX/INT & PCX-PROX/EXT) ........................................................16
4.3.5 Arm Points........................................................................................................................16
4.3.6 Partitions ..........................................................................................................................16
4.3.7 User Codes ......................................................................................................................16
4.3.8 Central Monitoring Options ..............................................................................................16
4.3.9 Other ................................................................................................................................17
4.4 DEFAULTS ............................................................................................................................18
CHAPTER 5: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION .................................................................. 22
5.1 INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................22
5.2 WARRANTY..............................................................................................................................22
5.3 PCX SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................23
5.4 DEVICES TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ........................................................................................24
5.4.1 Lightning Protection .........................................................................................................24
5.4.2 Code Guessing ................................................................................................................24
CHAPTER 6: SAFETY ..................................................................................................... 25
CHAPTER 7: INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 26
7.1 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) ..............................................................................26
7.2 MOUNTING PROCEDURE FOR THE PCX SYSTEM ........................................................................26
7.3 RESISTORS ..............................................................................................................................26
7.4 THE PCX PANEL LAYOUT ........................................................................................................27
7.5 BATTERY INSTALLATION PROCEDURE.......................................................................................27
7.6 MOUNTING PROCEDURE FOR DEVICES......................................................................................27
7.7 TAMPER SWITCH......................................................................................................................28
7.8 MAINS CONNECTION ................................................................................................................28
7.9 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................28
7.10 DIGI MODEM CARD.................................................................................................................28
7.11 EXPANDER CARD ...................................................................................................................28
7.12 ACCESS CONTROL AND GUARD TOUR EQUIPMENT .................................................................28
7.13 CABLING INFORMATION .......................................................................................................... 29
7.13.1 Planning the Cable Routes ............................................................................................29
7.13.2 Screened Cable .............................................................................................................29
7.13.3 Wiring Specifications......................................................................................................29
CHAPTER 8: KEYPAD AND READER INDICATIONS.................................................... 30
8.1 THE PCX LCD KEYPAD (PCX-LCD/UK) ..................................................................................30
8.2 THE INTERNAL READER (PCX-PROX/INT)...............................................................................32
8.3 THE EXTERNAL READER (PCX-PROX/EXT) ............................................................................ 33
CHAPTER 9: THE PCX DEVICES.................................................................................... 34
CHAPTER 10: NOTES ON THE PCX SYSTEM ............................................................... 36
10.1 PARTITION / LEVEL ARM SYSTEM ........................................................................................... 36
10.1.1 PCX 26/SMS Level Arming............................................................................................ 36
10.1.2 PCX 256 Partition / Level Arming .................................................................................. 36
10.2 ARMING / DISARMING THE SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 36
10.2.1 Flexi Arm........................................................................................................................ 36
10.2.2 Intelligent Arming ...........................................................................................................36
10.2.3 Force Arming The System ............................................................................................. 36
10.3 EMERGENCY ALARMS............................................................................................................ 36
10.4 SHUNT INPUTS ....................................................................................................................... 36
10.5 THE MSX CARD AND THE DIGI MODEM CARD......................................................................... 37
10.6 GRADE 3 MASK DETECTORS .................................................................................................. 37
10.7 REMOTE SIGNALLING............................................................................................................. 37
10.7.1 ARC Signalling Using The Digi-Modem Card ................................................................ 37
10.7.2 Using A Communication Loom ...................................................................................... 37
10.7.3 Partition Signalling ......................................................................................................... 37
10.7.4 Functionality................................................................................................................... 37
10.7.5 Sequential Confirmation Signalling................................................................................ 38
10.8 TERMINOLOGY ....................................................................................................................... 39
CHAPTER 11: THE MASTER MANAGER MENU............................................................ 40
CHAPTER 12: POWERING UP & KEYPAD OPERATIONS ............................................ 41
12.1 INITIAL POWER UP ................................................................................................................. 41
12.2 NOTES ON ADDRESSING KEYPADS ......................................................................................... 41
12.3 TESTING THE KEYPAD ........................................................................................................... 41
12.4 TEXT PROGRAMMING ............................................................................................................. 42
12.5 ARM / DISARM SYSTEM .......................................................................................................... 42
12.6 FORCED ARM ON INPUTS ....................................................................................................... 43
CHAPTER 13: THE ENGINEER FUNCTIONS .................................................................44
13.1 NVM RESET ..........................................................................................................................44
13.2 INHIBIT FIRE/HU ....................................................................................................................45
13.3 SOFTWARE REVISION............................................................................................................. 46
13.4 CHOOSE MODE...................................................................................................................... 46
13.4.1 The End of Line Range.................................................................................................. 46
13.4.2 SEOL or DEOL .............................................................................................................. 46
13.4.3 Input Response Time..................................................................................................... 46
13.4.4 Input XDF....................................................................................................................... 46
13.5 INSTALL RIX.......................................................................................................................... 48
13.6 CHANGE INPUTS .................................................................................................................... 49
13.6.1 Input Types .................................................................................................................... 49
13.6.2 Entry Shock Input Type (21) .......................................................................................... 50
13.6.3 Creating a Common Partition ........................................................................................ 51
13.6.4 Input Attributes............................................................................................................... 51
13.6.5 Shunt Inputs................................................................................................................... 55
13.7 ASSIGN KEYPADS/READERS .................................................................................................. 59
13.7.1 Reader Is: ...................................................................................................................... 59
13.7.2 Arm Point Arms.............................................................................................................. 59
13.7.3 Arm Point Disarms......................................................................................................... 59
13.7.4 Arm Point In ................................................................................................................... 59
13.7.5 Access Control............................................................................................................... 62
13.8 SYSTEM DISPLAYS................................................................................................................. 64
13.8.1 Partition Texts................................................................................................................ 64
13.8.2 Sign On Message ..........................................................................................................64
13.8.3 Site Name ......................................................................................................................64
13.8.4 Display When Arm .........................................................................................................64
13.9 CHANGE TIMERS.................................................................................................................... 65
13.10 SET TIME AND DATE.............................................................................................................66
13.11 EXIT MODES ........................................................................................................................67
13.11.1 Timed ...........................................................................................................................67
13.11.2 Final Door.....................................................................................................................67
13.11.3 Timed/Final ..................................................................................................................67
13.11.4 PTS (Push To Set).......................................................................................................67
13.12 CHANGE CODES (DURESS/GUARD ONLY).............................................................................68
13.12.1 Code Types and Numbers. ..........................................................................................68
13.12.2 User Types...................................................................................................................68
13.12.3 User Arm Options.........................................................................................................68
13.12.4 Flexi Arm......................................................................................................................69
13.13 VOLUME CONTROL...............................................................................................................72
13.13.1 Code Stops Sound.......................................................................................................72
13.13.2 E / E Keypads Only......................................................................................................72
13.13.3 Alert Kps Only ..............................................................................................................72
13.14 ALARM RESPONSE...............................................................................................................73
13.14.1 Silent 1st Alarm.............................................................................................................73
13.14.2 Disable Confirm On Entry ............................................................................................73
13.14.3 Inputs to Confirm After Entry........................................................................................73
13.14.4 Alarm Starts / Stops (Alarm Responses) .....................................................................73
13.15 CHANGE OUTPUTS............................................................................................................... 75
13.15.1 PGM Output Types ......................................................................................................75
13.15.2 STU / ATE Pin Outputs (Defaults)................................................................................78
13.15.3 Digi Channel Outputs...................................................................................................78
13.15.4 PCX-PROX/EXT PGM Output .....................................................................................78
13.15.5 The ‘Follow Input’ PGM................................................................................................81
13.16 INTELLIGENT ARM ................................................................................................................82
13.16.1 Intelligent Arm for User Level Arming ..........................................................................82
13.16.2 Intelligent Arm for Partition systems.............................................................................82
13.17 SITE OPTIONS ......................................................................................................................83
13.17.1 Site Option Types.........................................................................................................83
13.18 ENGINEER RESET OPTIONS ..................................................................................................85
13.19 REVIEW LOGS ......................................................................................................................86
13.19.1 Log Entries...................................................................................................................86
13.19.2 Code Identification .......................................................................................................86
13.19.3 Fault Codes (Device Fail).............................................................................................86
13.20 ENGINEER TESTS .................................................................................................................87
13.20.1 Sounds To Play............................................................................................................87
13.20.2 Walk Test .....................................................................................................................87
13.20.3 Test Control..................................................................................................................88
13.20.4 Test Bell .......................................................................................................................88
13.20.5 Do Battery Load Test ...................................................................................................88
13.20.6 Test PGMs ...................................................................................................................88
13.20.7 Test PHC Communications..........................................................................................88
13.21 DIAGNOSTICS.......................................................................................................................92
13.22 SET UP DOWNLOADING........................................................................................................94
13.22.1 Download By................................................................................................................94
13.22.2 Security Mode ..............................................................................................................94
13.22.3 Telephone Line ............................................................................................................94
13.22.4 ARM / Modem Telephone Number ..............................................................................94
13.23 PROGRAMME DIGI / SMS? ..................................................................................................97
13.23.1 Programming Fast Format ...........................................................................................97
13.23.2 Programming Contact ID............................................................................................101
13.23.3 Programming SMS Texts...........................................................................................105
13.24 PABX TELEPHONE SYSTEMS .............................................................................................106
13.25 DIAL OUT MENU.................................................................................................................109
13.25.1 Dial Out Menu on the PCX 26/SMS ........................................................................... 109
CHAPTER 14: THE DIGI MODEM CARD ...................................................................... 110
14.1 FITTING THE DIGI-MODEM CARD TO THE END STATION..........................................................110
14.2 PSTN WIRING ..................................................................................................................... 111
14.3 PROGRAMMING THE UNIT ..................................................................................................... 111
14.4 INITIALISATION..................................................................................................................... 111
CHAPTER 15: SYSTEM EXPANSION AND ENHANCEMENT...................................... 112
15.1 INSERTING THE MSX CARD ..................................................................................................112
15.2 ADDITIONAL FACILITIES WITH MSX CARDS........................................................................... 112
15.2.1 RS-232 Connection ..................................................................................................... 112
15.2.2 Outputs (PGMs)........................................................................................................... 112
15.2.3 Output (PGM) Types.................................................................................................... 112
CHAPTER 16: THE RADIO EXPANDER........................................................................ 113
16.1 THE RADIO EXPANDER......................................................................................................... 113
16.2 THE RADIO PIR DETECTOR .................................................................................................. 113
16.3 THE RADIO DOOR CONTACT ................................................................................................ 113
16.4 ADDRESSING THE RADIO EXPANDER .................................................................................... 114
16.5 ASSIGNING RADIO DETECTORS ............................................................................................ 114
16.6 DELETING RADIO DETECTORS.............................................................................................. 114
16.7 DISPLAY THE SIGNAL STRENGTH.......................................................................................... 114
16.8 ASSIGNING REPEATERS TO THE RADIO EXPANDER ............................................................... 115
16.9 SUPERVISION TIME .............................................................................................................. 115
16.10 PROBLEM SOLVING............................................................................................................ 115
16.11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION................................................................................................ 115
CHAPTER 17: WIRING DIAGRAMS .............................................................................. 116
17.1 PCX 26/SMS AND PCX 256 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT ........................................... 116
17.1.1 Relay Terminals:..........................................................................................................116
17.2 IMPORTANT NOTES ON CONNECTIONS ....................................................................... 117
17.2.1 Terminals .....................................................................................................................117
17.2.2 470 ohm resistor .......................................................................................................... 117
17.2.3 Notes on wiring extra devices...................................................................................... 117
17.2.4 Resistor Values............................................................................................................ 117
17.3 POWER SUPPLY WIRING ...................................................................................................... 118
17.4 TELEPHONE LINE WIRING..................................................................................................... 118
17.5 STU/ATE AND RS232 CONNECTIONS .................................................................................. 119
17.5.1 RS232 Connector ........................................................................................................ 119
17.5.2 Connecting the Communication Loom......................................................................... 119
17.5.3 STU/ATE Output Pins.................................................................................................. 120
17.5.4 STU/ATE Plug-On Loom Diagram............................................................................... 120
17.5.5 STU/ATE 14 Pin Connector Diagram .......................................................................... 120
17.6 KEYPADS WIRING (PCX-LCD/UK)....................................................................................... 121
17.6.1 Connecting the PCX-LCD/UK...................................................................................... 121
17.6.2 Addressing the PCX-LCD/UK ...................................................................................... 121
17.7 TAG READER WIRING (PCX-PROX/INT).............................................................................. 122
17.7.1 Connecting the PCX-PROX/INT .................................................................................. 122
17.7.2 Addressing the PCX-PROX/INT .................................................................................. 122
17.8 EXTERNAL TAG READER (PCX-PROX/EXT) ........................................................................ 123
17.8.1 Connecting the PCX-PROX/EXT................................................................................. 123
17.8.2 Programming the RED LED to follow a PGM ..............................................................123
17.8.3 Addressing a PCX-PROX/EXT .................................................................................... 124
17.9 REMOTE INPUT EXPANDER (PCX-RIX8) ............................................................................... 125
17.9.1 Connecting the PCX-RIX8 ........................................................................................... 125
17.9.2 PCX-RIX8 Terminals ...................................................................................................125
17.9.3 Addressing the PCX-RIX8 ........................................................................................... 126
17.10 REMOTE INPUT EXPANDER (PCX-RIX8+/PSU)................................................................... 127
17.10.1 Connecting the PCX-RIX8+/PSU............................................................................... 127
17.10.2 Addressing a PCX-RIX8+/PSU.................................................................................. 128
17.11 CONNECTING THE RADIO EXPANDER .................................................................................. 129
17.11.1 Addressing the Radio Expander ................................................................................ 129
17.12 REMOTE OUTPUT EXPANDER (PCX-ROX16R & PCX-ROX16R/PSU) ............................... 130
17.12.1 Connecting a PCX-ROX16R...................................................................................... 130
17.12.2 Connecting a PCX-ROX16R/PSU..............................................................................131
17.12.3 Terminals of the PCX-ROX16R .................................................................................132
17.12.4 Addressing the PCX-ROX16R ...................................................................................132
17.13 INPUT CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................133
17.13.1 Single End of Line (SEOL) Wiring..............................................................................133
17.13.2 Double End of Line (DEOL) Wiring ............................................................................134
17.13.3 Connecting Series Door Contacts to One Input .........................................................135
17.13.4 Grade 3 Configuration Using An Anti Mask Detector To A Single Input ....................136
17.13.5 Configuration of Shunt Inputs.....................................................................................137
17.14 ACCESS CONTROL (PCX-ACCESS) ..................................................................................138
17.14.1 Connecting the PCX-ACCESS System......................................................................140
17.14.2 Addressing the PCX-ACCESS................................................................................... 140
17.15 PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUTS WIRING....................................................................................141
17.15.1 Belle Connection........................................................................................................141
17.15.2 Decibell Connection ...................................................................................................141
17.15.3 Twin Alert Internal Sounder Connection ....................................................................142
17.15.4 Internal Speaker Connection......................................................................................142
APPENDIX A: FAULTS ............................................................................................... 143
Device Fail.................................................................................................................................................. 143
Fault Indications ......................................................................................................................................... 143
APPENDIX B: INPUT TYPES...................................................................................... 146
Input Types................................................................................................................................................. 148
Input Attributes ........................................................................................................................................... 149
APPENDIX C: OUTPUT TYPES.................................................................................. 150
APPENDIX D: USER / ENGINEER OPERATIONS ..................................................... 153
Anti Code / Engineer Reset........................................................................................................................ 153
Chime Function .......................................................................................................................................... 154
Omitting Inputs ........................................................................................................................................... 154
Hold up Alarm............................................................................................................................................. 155
APPENDIX E: MASTER MANAGER MENU ............................................................... 156
Set Date & Time ......................................................................................................................................... 156
Omit Inputs ................................................................................................................................................. 156
Change Codes ........................................................................................................................................... 156
Deleting a User Code................................................................................................................................. 157
Review Logs............................................................................................................................................... 158
Phonebook ................................................................................................................................................. 159
Walk Test ................................................................................................................................................... 159
Bell Test ..................................................................................................................................................... 159
Test PHC Communications........................................................................................................................ 160
Dial Out Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 160
Allow Engineer Menu ................................................................................................................................. 161
Block Remote Arm ..................................................................................................................................... 161
Block UDL .................................................................................................................................................. 161
Enter Anti-Code.......................................................................................................................................... 161
Exit Manager Mode .................................................................................................................................... 161
APPENDIX F: CONTACT DETAILS............................................................................ 162
APPENDIX G: INDEX .................................................................................................. 163
PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
CHAPTER 1: ENGINEER MENU STRUCTURE
MENU
INHIBIT FIRE/HU?
SOFTWARE REVISION?
CHOOSE MODE?
INSTALL RIX?
CHANGE INPUTS?
ASSIGN KEYPADS/READERS?
SYSTEM DISPLAYS?
CHANGE TIMERS?
SET DATE & TIME?
EXIT MODES?
Sub-Menu Page:
Inhibit Fire/HU Page: 45
Page: 46
EOL Range* Page: 47
EOL Mode Page: 47
Input Response Page: 47
Input XDF Page: 47
RIX Address Page: 48
RIX Installed Page: 48
Input Page: 52
Address Page: 60
Type Page: 60
Default Level / Arming Points Page: 60
Arm Point Name Page: 60
Partition Text Page: 64
Sign On Message Page: 64
Site Name Page: 64
Display When Armed* Page: 64
Partition Entry Time Page: 66
Partition Exit Time Page: 66
Partition Bell Time Page: 66
Confirm Time Page: 66
Bell Delay Page: 66
Strobe Time Page: 66
Re-Arm No. Page: 66
AC Signal Delay Page: 66
Speaker Page: 66
Final Exit Delay Page: 66
Double Knock Page: 66
Pre-Alarm Page: 66
Line Fault Page: 66
Arm Fail Page: 66
Guard Code Alarm Page: 66
Fire Bell Time Page: 66
Input NAT Days* Page: 66
Input NAT Hours* Page: 66
Year (00-99) Page: 66
Month (1-12) Page: 66
Day (1-31) Page: 67
Hours (0-23) Page: 67
Minutes (0-59) Page: 67
Partition Exit Mode Page: 67
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MENU
CHANGE CODES?
VOLUME CONTROL?
ALARM RESPONSE?
CHANGE OUTPUTS?
INTELLIGENT ARM?
SITE OPTIONS?
Sub-Menu Page:
5 Digit Pins?* Page: 69
Change Duress Codes? Page: 69
Change Master Manager Code? Page: 70
Change Engineer Code? Page: 71
Partition Entry Page: 72
Partition Exit Page: 72
Alarm Page: 72
Code Stops Sound Page: 72
E/E Keypads Only Page: 73
Alert KPs Only Page: 73
Silent 1
st
Alarm Page: 74
Disable Confirm Page: 74
Inputs to Confrm Page: 74
Part’n Starts Page: 74
Part’n Stops Page: 75
Fire Starts At Page: 75
Fire Stops At Page: 75
Gas Starts At Page: 75
Gas Stops At Page: 75
HU Starts At Page: 75
HU Stops At Page: 75
Disarm Starts Page: 75
Disarm Stops Page: 75
Endstation PGMs? Page: 79
RIX PGMs? Page: 79
ROX Module PGMs? Page: 80
Keypad PGMs? Page: 80
Reader PGMs? Page: 80
Intelligent Page: 83
Arm With Fault Page: 84
Arm With Tamper+ Page: 84
Arm With ATS Fault Page: 84
Arm Part TFault* Page: 84
Arm Fail = Alarm Page: 84
Do Bat Load Test Page: 84
Part Misoperate* Page: 84
Strobe Confirm Page: 84
Re-Arm Omits Page: 84
Confirmed When Page: 84
Set Force Arm* Page: 84
Restrict PIN Use Page: 84
Invert ATE O/Ps Page: 84
Common Exit Mode* Page: 84
Flexi Unset Page: 84
2 Key HU Page: 84
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PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
MENU
ENGINEER RESTORE OPTIONS?
REVIEW LOGS?
ENGINEER TESTS?
DIAGNOSTICS?
SET UP DOWNLOADING?
PROGRAM DIGI/SMS?
DIAL OUT MENU?
NVM RESET?
EXIT ENGINEER MODE?
Sub-Menu Page:
ATE Inputs Page: 84
Eng Restore Int Page: 85
Eng Restore HU Page: 85
Eng Restore Tamp Page: 85
Eng Restore Soak Page: 85
Eng Restore Conf Page: 85
Eng Restore Faults Page: 85
Anti-code Restore Page: 85
Panel Log? Page: 87
Access Log?* Page: 87
Walk Test? Page: 89
Test Control? Page: 89
Test Bell? Page: 90
Do Battery Load Test? Page: 90
Test PGMs? Page: 91
Test PHC Communications? Page: 91
View PSU? Page: 92
View Inputs? Page: 93
Calibration? Page: 94
Download By Page: 95
Program Digi/SMS Calls? Page: 98
Program Digi Channels? Page: 98
Program SMS details? Page: 100
3 Way Calling Page: 100
Select PC To dial* Page: 109
Calling Remote PC* Page: 109
Select Operation* Page: 109
[ ] Page: 44
Page: 13
*These functions are not available on the PCX 26/SMS
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PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
CHAPTER 2: QUICK FIND GUIDE
2.1 COMMUNICATION
Function Description Pages
PROGRAM DIGI/SMS?
ENGINEER RESTORE
OPTIONS?
SET UP DOWNLOADING?
DIAL OUT MENU?
ALARM RESPONSE?
SITE OPTIONS?
Programming of telephone numbers, Digi channels and SMS
details.
Anti code and Engineer resets after alarms Page: 85
Makes the system available for upload/download via a
modem or RS232 lead.
Makes the system dial to a PC. Page: 109
Disable Confirm on Entry, Inputs to Confirm Page: 73
ATE Inputs Page: 83
2.2 ENGINEER TEST FUNCTIONS
Function Description Pages
ENGINEER TESTS?
DIAGNOSTICS?
Walk Test, PGM test, PHC Communications Test Page: 87
Readings of the PSU, Input Resistances, etc. Page: 92
Page: 97
Page: 94
2.3 ADDRESSING / CONNECTING DEVICES
Function Description Pages
ASSIGN
KEYPADS/READERS?
INSTALL RIX?
CHANGE OUTPUTS?
WIRING DIAGRAMS
Address Keypads, Readers, Access Control Page: 59
Address Remote Input Expanders Page: 48
Address Remote Output Expanders Page: 75
Wiring diagrams of all PCX components Page: 113
2.4 PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
Function Description Pages
CHANGE INPUTS?
CHANGE OUTPUTS?
CHANGE TIMERS?
CHANGE CODES?
THE RADIO EXPANDER
Programs input types, attributes etc Page: 49
Programs output types Page: 75
Programs bell time, confirm time, entry/exit time, bell delay
etc.
Programs Duress, Manager & Engineer codes. For user
please see page: 40
Addressing up the radio expander, Assigning and deleting
detectors
Page: 65
Page: 68
Page: 113
2.5 TABLES
Function Description Pages
FAULTS / DEVICE FAIL
INPUT TYPES
OUTPUT TYPES
USER / ENGINEER
OPERATIONS
MASTER MANAGER MENU
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Fault descriptions Page: 143
Table of all the input types available Page: 148
Table of all the output types available Page: 150
Details of user / engineer operations in day mode. Page: 153
Details of the master manager functions Page: 156
PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
CHAPTER 3: THE ENGINEERS MENU
In order to program system configurations from the keypad, you must be in the Engineer Menu. The panel
will enter the Engineering Menu after entering a valid engineer code when the panel is in a disarmed state.
Whilst in Engineer Mode all tamper alarms (including case tamper), will be disabled.
3.1 Entering The Engineers Menu
NOTE: You will not be able to access Engineers Mode if partitions or arm levels are armed. The
system must be fully disarmed
¾ Enter the Engineer Code (default 9999).
¾ Any active faults will be shown. Press
thePkey.
¾ “ARM / DISARM SYSTEM?” will be displayed
in order to gain access to the Engineer Menu.
¾ Press thePkey
¾ “FORCE ARM ON 1st INPUT[01]” will be
displayed
¾ Press thePkey
¾ “ENTER CODE” will be displayed
¾ Enter the Engineers code (default 9999)
¾ “INHIBIT FIRE/HU?” will be displayed indicating
that Engineers Mode has been entered.
Once you are in the Engineer Menu, a high pitch tone will be generated regularly to remind you that you are
still in the Engineer Menu.
3.2 Exiting The Engineer Menu
On completion of programming, the system can be returned back to normal mode by:
METHOD ONE
¾ Use the scroll keys: ^and ! to scroll to
“EXIT ENGINEERS MODE”
¾ Press the Okey
¾ You will be returned to day mode
METHOD TWO
¾ When the display shows any main menu item (i.e.
an item shown in capitals) press the k key, you
will be returned to day mode.
Please see page: 143, for all fault codes that may appear when exiting the Engineers menu.
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PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
CHAPTER 4: SYSTEM OVERVIEW
This manual supports the following panels: PCX 26/SMS and the PCX 256.
4.1 PCX 26/SMS Input Information
The PCX 26/SMS consists of the following components:
¾ PCX 8 Input Expander
¾ PCX LCD Keypad
Location Inputs Location Inputs
Control Panel
RIX 00
1 – 8
9 – 16
4.2 PCX 256 Input Information
The PCX 256 consists of the following components:
¾ MSX Card
¾ PCX 8 Input Expander
RIX 01
Keypad/Reader 00
17 – 24
25 – 26
¾ PCX LCD Keypad
Location Inputs Location Inputs
Control Panel
RIX 00
RIX 01
RIX 02
RIX 03
RIX 04
RIX 05
RIX 06
RIX 07
RIX 08
RIX 09
RIX 10
RIX 11
RIX 12
RIX 13
RIX 14
RIX 15
RIX 16
RIX 17
1 – 8
9 – 16
17 – 24
25 – 32
33 – 40
41 – 48
49 – 56
57 – 64
65 – 72
73 – 80
81 – 88
89 – 96
97 – 104
105 – 112
113 – 120
121 – 128
129 – 136
137 – 144
145 – 152
RIX 18
RIX 19
RIX 20
RIX 21
RIX 22
RIX 23
RIX 24
RIX 25
RIX 26
RIX 27
RIX 28
Keypad/Reader 00
Keypad/Reader 01
Keypad/Reader 02
Keypad/Reader 03
Keypad/Reader 04
Keypad/Reader 05
Keypad/Reader 06
Keypad/Reader 07
153 – 160
161 – 168
169 – 176
177 – 184
185 – 192
193 – 200
201 – 208
209 – 216
217 – 224
225 – 232
233 – 240
241 – 242
243 – 244
245 – 246
247 – 248
249 – 250
250 – 252
253 – 254
255 – 256
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4.3 System Overview
4.3.1 Inputs
Inputs on Main Board
Input Expander PCX-RIX
Maximum Inputs Capacity
PCX 26/SMS /
PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS /
PCX 256
8 fully programmable inputs
8 fully programmable inputs
PCX 26/SMS 26 inputs using 2 x PCX RIXs & 1 PCX Keypad
PCX 256 256 inputs using 29 x PCX RIXs & 8 PCX Keypads
Input Configurations
Panel Additions/Expansion
PCX 26/SMS /
PCX 256
DEOL, SEOL
PCX 26/SMS Digi Modem Card
PCX 256 Digi Modem Card, Expansion Card
Unused, Fire, Gas, HU, Silent HU, Tamper, Immediate,
Input Types PCX 26/SMS
Entry/Exit, Access, A (Part EE), EE (Part A), PTS,
Switcher, 24 Hour, Fault, Closure Supervision, Keyswitch
Latched, Entry Shock Input, Keyswitch Pulsed
Unused, Fire, Gas, HU, Silent HU, Tamper, Immediate,
Entry/Exit, Access, A (Part EE), EE (Part A), PTS,
PCX 256
Switcher, 24 Hour, Sub Part Control, Fault, Closure
Supervision, Shunt Input, Disarm Input, Keyswitch
Latched, Entry Shock Input, Keyswitch Pulsed
PCX 26/SMS
Input Attributes
PCX 256
Chime, Omittable, Double Knock, Dual Trip, Normally
Open, Confirm Group.
Chime, Omittable, Double Knock, Dual Trip, Normally
Open, Monitor Activity, Special Logged, Paired Input,
Confirm Group.
4.3.2 Programmable Outputs (PGM)
PGM Outputs On-Board PCX 26/SMS / 256
Output Expander PCX 26/SMS / 256
PCX 26/SMS
Maximum PGM Outputs
PCX 256
Not Used, Fire, Hold Up Any, Intruder Any, Misoperation Any (Abort), Confirmed
Any, Tamper Any, Duress, HU Device Any, Gas, Arm Fail, Entry Deviation,
Secure Intruder Any, Bell Any, Strobe Any, Omit Rearm Any, Unconfirmed Any,
PGM
Types
PCX
26/SMS
Exit Starts Any, Final Arm Any, Strobe Set Fail, Keyswitch Unset, Entry/Exit,
Lights, Reset 1 (Viper Reset), Reset 2 (Viper Arm/Disarm), PIR Latch 1, PIR
Latch 2, Mains Good, Follow Test, Off During Test, Telephone Line Fault, AC
Fail, Battery Faults, Low Volts, Global Fault 1, Global Fault 2, Guard Code
Used, Engineer Access, Initialise Digi, Test ATS.
PGM1, PGM2: Relay (NC,C, NO), Speaker Output,
PGM4, PGM5: Transistor (Active High, Low)
PCX Remote Output Expander 16 Way Relay Outputs.
(PCXROX16R or PCXROX16R/PSU)
20 (4 on board + 1 ROX)
Note: PGMs also on RKPs, RIXs and Readers.
132 (4 on board + 8 ROXs)
Note: PGMs also on RKPs, RIXs and Readers.
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Fire, Hold Up Any, Intruder Any, Final Arm Any, Misoperation Any (Abort),
Confirmed Any, Tamper Any, Duress, HU Device Any, Gas, Arm Fail, Entry
Deviation, Secure Intruder Any, Bell Any, Strobe Any, Omit Rearm Any,
Unconfirmed Any, Can All Arm, Exit Starts All, Exit Starts Any, Final Arm Any,
PCX 256
Strobe Set Fail, Keyswitch Disarm, Entry, Exit, Entry/Exit, Lights, Follow Input,
Shunt Fault, Reset 1 (Viper Reset), Reset 2 (Viper Arm/Disarm), PIR Latch 1,
PIR Latch 2, Mains Good, Detr Indn Enable, Follow Test, Off During Test,
Telephone Line Fault, AC Fail, Battery Faults, Low Volts, Global Fault 1, Global
Fault 2, German Relay, Guard Code Used, Engineer Access, Initialise Digi, Test
ATE/GSM, Test ATS, Timer, Calendar, Follow Input.
4.3.3 Keypads (PCX-LCD/UK)
Type LCD with integral tag reader. 32 character
Maximum Number of PCX 26/SMS 4 keypads
Keypads PCX 256 16 Keypads
4.3.4 Tag Readers (PCX-PROX/INT & PCX-PROX/EXT)
Types
Internal Tag Reader with 2 inputs & 2 outputs
External Prox Reader with 1 input
Maximum Number of PCX 26/SMS 3 Tag Readers
Readers PCX 256 15 Internal Readers / 7 External Readers
4.3.5 Arm Points
Maximum Number of PCX 26/SMS 4 Arm Points
Arm Points PCX 256 30 Arm Points
4.3.6 Partitions
Number of Partitions/ Arm
Modes
Arming Options Timed Exit, Final Exit, Timed/Final, Push to set,
Timers
PCX 26/SMS 4 Arm Modes
PCX 256 14 Partitions or 14 Arm Modes
Entry Time, Exit Time, Bell Time, Confirm Time, Bell
PCX 26/SMS
Delay, Strobe Time, Re-Arm No, AC Signal Delay,
Speaker, Final Exit delay, Double Knock, Pre-Alarm, Line
Fault, Arm Fail, Guard Code Alarm, Fire Bell Time.
Entry Time, Exit Time, Bell Time, Confirm Time, Bell
Delay, Strobe Time, Re-Arm No, AC Signal Delay,
PCX 256
Speaker, Final Exit delay, Double Knock, Pre-Alarm, Line
Fault, Arm Fail, Guard Code Alarm, Fire Bell Time, Input
NAT days, Input NAT Hours.
4.3.7 User Codes
Number of User Codes
User Code Attributes User Type, Partitions, Arm Options, Flexi Arm
PCX 26/SMS 20 User Codes, 10 Duress Codes.
PCX 256 500 User Codes, 20 Duress Codes.
4.3.8 Central Monitoring Options
Telephone Numbers
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PCX 26/SMS 4 numbers
PCX 256 4 primary numbers and 4 auxillary
PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
Communication Protocols Fast Format, SIA Level 1, SIA DK, Contact ID, SMS
Group Reporting to CMS
Redials, Time Out, Stop on Success, Test Calls, Low
Battery Report.
Arm, Disarm, Special Disarm, Arm Fail, Alarm, First alarm,
Alarm Silenced, Confirmed, LoTechFault, HiTechFault,
Tech Info, Manager Info, Engineer Info, AccessC Alarm,
Content Types for Contact ID & SMS
AccessC Info, Accessc Ref, SL SwitchON, SL SwitchOFF,
SL OtherOn, SLOtherOff, Sub-partitions Set, Sub-partitions
Unset, Sub-partitions Alarm, Input omitted, Input restore,
Test Call, Mains fail, Emergency input, Emergency restore,
Tamper input, First tamper input, Tamp Input Restore
Telephone Line Monitoring Yes
Digital Communicator Analogue Line and Digi Modem Card.
4.3.9 Other
UDL Programming software. Equipment needed:
Software Support
Memory Event Log
PCX 26/SMS 300
PCX 256 3000
Direct Dial: PCX RS232 lead
Remotely: Modem
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4.4 DEFAULTS
Functions/Parameters Default Setting
CODES
Engineer Code 9999 9999
User Code 1234 1234
Manager Code 5678 5678
CHOOSE MODE
EOL Range - 4k7 Range
EOL Mode DEOL DEOL
Input Response 400 400
Input XDF Normal Normal
INSTALL RIX
RIX Installed All addresses disabled All addresses disabled
CHANGE INPUTS
All Input Types Unused Unused
Input Partitions A A
Input Partition Any Any
Chime No No
Omittable No No
Double Knock No No
Dual Trip No No
Normally Open No No
Monitor Activity - No
Special Log - No
Paired Input - No
Confirm Group 00 00
Input Name Input ### (Text String) Input ### (Text String)
ASSIGN KEYPADS/READERS
Address 00 Keypad Keypad
All other addresses Not Used Not Used
Arm Point Arms - 0123456789ABCD
Arm Point Disarms - 0123456789ABCD
Arm Point In - A
Default Level A Arm Point Name Device ## (Text String) Device ## (Text String)
SYSTEM DISPLAYS
Partition Text Partition # (Text String) Partition # (Text String)
Full Partition Text - Full (Text String)
Sign On Message PCX 26.V5.e (Text String) PCX 256.V5.e (Text String)
Site Name _ (Text String) _ (Text String)
Display When Arm - No
CHANGE TIMERS
Entry Time 30 seconds (All partitions) 30 seconds (All partitions)
Exit Time 30 seconds (All partitions) 30 seconds (All partitions)
Bell Time 15 minutes 15 minutes
Confirm Time 30 minutes 30 minutes
Bell Delay Zero minutes Zero minutes
Strobe Time Zero minutes Zero minutes
Re-Arm No. 3 3
AC Signal Delay 40 minutes 60 minutes
Speaker Zero seconds Zero seconds
Final Exit Delay 5 seconds 5 seconds
Double Knock 10 seconds 10 seconds
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
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Functions/Parameters Default Setting
Pre-Alarm 30 seconds 30 seconds
Line Fault 20 seconds 20 seconds
Arm Fail 40 seconds 40 seconds
Guard Code Alarm 3 minutes 3 minutes
Fire Bell Time 99 minutes 99 minutes
Input NAT days - 14
Input NAT hours - Zero
EXIT MODES
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
All Partition Exit Modes Timed Timed
CHANGE CODES
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
5 Digit Pins - Yes
Change Duress Codes None None
Change Master Manager Code 5678 5678
Change Engineer Code 9999 9999
VOLUME CONTROL
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Partition Entry 4 4
Partition Exit 4 4
Alarm 7 7
Fire 7 7
Tamper 6 6
Disarmed 6 6
Chime 3 3
Intelligent Arm 3 3
Code Stops Sound Yes Yes
E/E Keypads Only No No
Alert Kps Only Yes Yes
ALARM RESPONSE
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Silent 1st Alarm Never Never
Disable Confirm On Entry No No
Inputs to Confirm After Entry 2 2
Partitions Starts Digi Digi
Partitions Stops Confirm Confirm
Fire/Gas/HU Starts at Digi Digi
Fire/Gas/HU Stops at Digi Digi
Disarm Starts Bells Only Bells Only
Disarm Stops Bells Only Bells Only
Start At - Digi
If Partition set - None
Start At - Digi
If Partition set - None
CHANGE OUTPUTS
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Endstation Outputs PGM 1 PIR Latch 1 PIR Latch 1
Endstation Outputs PGM 2 Not Used Not Used
Endstation Outputs PGM 4 Strobe Any Strobe Any
Endstation Outputs PGM 5 Bells Any Bells Any
ATE Pin 1 Fire Fire
ATE Pin 2 HU Device Any HU Device Any
ATE Pin 3 Unconfirmed Any Unconfirmed Any
ATE Pin 4 Final Arm Any Final Arm Any
ATE Pin 5 Tamper Any Omit Re-arm Any
ATE Pin 6 Confirmed Any Tamper Any
ATE Pin 7 Omit Rearm Any Confirmed Any
ATE Pin 8 Global Fault 2 AC Fail
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Functions/Parameters Default Setting
ATE Pin 9 Global Fault 1 Global Fault 2
ATE Pin 10 Test ATS Test ATS
RIX PGMs All Not Used All Not Used
ROX Module PGMs All Not Used All Not Used
Keypad PGMs All Not Used All Not Used
Reader PGMs All Not Used All Not Used
INTELLIGENT ARM
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Intelligent No No
SITE OPTIONS
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Arm With Fault No Yes
Arm With Tamper+ No No
Arm With ATS Flt Yes Yes
Arm Part TFault - Yes
Arm Fail = Alarm No No
Do Battery Load Test No No
Part Misoperate No No
Strobe Confirm No No
Re-Arm Omits No No
Use Level Arm - No
Confirmed When Final Arm Final Arm
Autoset Force - No
Restrict PIN Use No Yes
Invert ATE O/Ps Yes Yes
Common Exit Mode - Yes
Flexi Unset No No
2 Key HU None None
ATE Inputs None None
ENGINEER RESTORE OPTIONS?
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Engineer Restore Intruder No No
Engineer Restore HU No No
Engineer Restore Tamper No Yes
Engineer Restore Soak No No
Engineer Restore Confirmed No Yes
Engineer Restore Faults No Yes
Anti-code Restore No Yes
ENGINEER TESTS?
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Sound To play - No Sound
SET UP DOWNLOADING?
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Download by None None
(modem) Security Mode Auto-Answer Auto-Answer
Telephone Line Dedicated Dedicated
Number of Rings to Prime - 03
Modem Speed High High
Arm Tel No Blank Blank
Modem Tel No Blank Blank
Signal Alarms - No
Signal Faults - No
Signal Open/Close - No
Signal Access C - No
PROGRAMME DIGI/SMS?
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Disable Digi/SMS Yes Yes
Active No No
Choose Format Fast 4.8.1 Fast 4.8.1
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Functions/Parameters Default Setting
Stop On Sucess Yes Yes
Redials 3 3
Time Out 15 15
Low Batt Report No No
Test Calls No No
Digi Channel 1 Fire Fire
Digi Channel 2 HU Device Any HU Device Any
Digi Channel 3 Unconfirmed Any Unconfirmed Any
Digi Channel 4 Final Arm Any Final Arm Any
Digi Channel 5 Tamper Any Omit Rearm Any
Digi Channel 6 Confirmed Any Unused
Digi Channel 7 Omit rearm any Confirmed Any
Digi Channel 8 AC Fail AC Fail
Digi Channel 9 Global Fault 1 Global Fault 2
Digi Channel 10 Test ATS Test ATS
Digi Channels 11-16 Not Used Not Used
3 Way Calling No No
DIAL OUT MENU
PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Select Operation Are You Sure? Connect to PC
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CHAPTER 5: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
This chapter outlines the essential specifications for the PCX range.
Pyronix Ltd. reserves the right to change these specifications at any time, without notice, in the interests of
product improvement.
Please ensure that this information is used in designing the system, so that it can be installed and
programmed as intended, and will continue to function reliably. In particular, system outputs and power
supplies must be used within their rated specifications.
5.1 Introduction
The PCX range has been designed to offer a choice of options to suit most European security applications.
All systems can be controlled using PIN code and/or proximity cards.
All products are compatible with the Digi Modem for remote signalling, downloading and/or SMS text
messaging.
Training courses are available on application to the sales office.
EN-50131
The PCX range is suitable for installation in systems specified below:
Product Security Grade Environmental Class
PCX 26/SMS 1 and 2 1 and 2
PCX 256 1 to 3 1 and 2
Power supplies conform to EN-501346
BS-4737
The PCX range has the facilities required to be able to control a system installed to BS-4737 requirements.
Compliance Statement
The PCX range complies with the requirements of the European EMC Directive (89/336/EC) and
the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EC and 93/68/EC).
It is essential that the recommendations in this manual are followed, and that equipment and wiring be
installed so as to avoid the effects of potential sources of interference.
The PCX range fully complies with the requirements of DD243:2002. This has been verified using the BSIA
“Manufacturer’s Check List for Compliance with the Requirements of DD243:2002”.
All appropriate facilities and options are available for systems using sequential confirmation signalling
except: Zeroing of ‘Confirm Timer’ if first input to alarm retriggers.
When all parts are working normally, this equipment in combination with the PSTN and suitable
ARC equipment will meet the requirements of ATS2.
PCX 26/SMS/26: This product complies with TS50131-3:2003 and is suitable for use in EN50131-
6:1998 systems at security grade 2, environmental class 2.
UK = Suitable for use with systems installed to PD6662:2004 (AMD)
EXPORT = Suitable for use with systems installed to EN50131-1
PCX 256: This product complies with TS50131-3:2003 and is suitable for use in EN50131-6:1998
systems at security grade 3, environmental class 2.
UK = Suitable for use with systems installed to PD6662:2004 (AMD)
EXPORT = Suitable for use with systems installed to EN50131-1
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5.2 Warranty
This product is sold subject to our standard warranty conditions and is warranted against defects in
workmanship for a period of 2 years. In the interest of continuing improvement of quality, customer care and
design, Pyronix reserves the right to amend specifications without giving prior notice.
5.3 PCX System Specifications
SYSTEM ANALYSIS PCX 26/SMS PCX 256
Power Supply 1.5A 1.5A
Inputs (max) 26 256
Arm Points (max) 4 30
Full Partitions - 14
Part-Sets 4 14
Sub-Parts (max) - 16
User / Manager Codes* 20 500
Duress/Guard Codes* 10 20
Logs 750 3000
Access Control (max) - 15
RIX Modules 2 25
ROX Modules 1 8
FUSES VALUES
F1 (PGMs) 800mA fast blow RFSE016 = F800mAL glass body
F2 (BELL) 800mA fast blow RFSE016 = F800mAL glass body
F3 (AUX) 800mA fast blow RFSE016 = F800mAL glass body
F4 (BUS) 800mA fast blow RFSE016 = F800mAL glass body
F5 (BATTERY) 3.15A slow blow RFSE027 = T3.15AL Glass body
POWER SUPPLY
Power Input 17V AC
Transformer Rating 27VA
Input Voltage 230V AC
Output Voltage 12V DC nominal
EN50131-6 Type A
Voltage Range 13.60 – 14.9V DC
Ripple 5mV @ 1.5A
Panel Current Req. End Station: 75-90mA
Total Current Output 1.5A
BATTERY
Battery Type 12V Lead Acid
Recharge Time PCX 26/SMS: 72 hours
Recharge Time PCX 256: 24 hours
Battery Capacity 22Ahr Max
INPUTS (ACTIVATION RESISTANCE)
Normal 3K7 to 8K3
Intruder 8K4 to 10K2
Fault 10K3 to 14K9
Masking 15K to 23K
Tamper <3K7 or >23K
Standard to which component claims compliance
CIE: DD/CLC TS50131-1:2003, as reconciled with PD6662:2004 by BSIA Form 179
PSU: EN50131-6:1998, as clarified by BSIA Form 180
PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUTS (PGMS)
PGM 1 (relay) 30V @ 3A
PGM 2 (relay) 30V @ 3A
Speaker 16 ohms
PGM 4 (transistor) 500mA
PGM 5 (transistor) 500mA
TEMPERATURES
Operational -10°C to +40°C. (14°F to 104°F)
Storage -20°C to +60°C. (-4°F to 140°F)
DIMENSIONS
Casing 390 x 305 x 100mm
Printed Circuit Board 150 x 175 x 30mm
VARIATIONS LOGICAL / PHYSICAL KEYS
4-digit codes 10,000
5-digit codes 100,000
Disallowed codes None
Other logical keys 16
12
Method
According to TS50131-3:2003 Annex B
According to spec of manufacturer of RFiD
components used
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5.4 Devices Technical Specification
LCD KEYPAD (PCX-LCD/UK)
Supply Voltage 13.8V (9-16V range)
Supply Current
Min brightness setting 80mA
Max brightness setting 150mA
Operating Temperature 0 to 50°C
Dimension 139 x 127 x 29mm
Output (PGM) Current 100mA
EXTERNAL TAG READER (PCX-PROX/EXT)
Supply Voltage 13.8V (9-16V range)
Supply Current Max. 90mA @ 13.8V
Operating Temperature -10 to +50°C
Dimensions 85 x 85 x 21mm
INTERNAL TAG READER (PCX-PROX/INT)
Supply Voltage 10.5 to 15V
Supply Current 60mA
Operating Temperature -10°C to +40°C
Dimension 100 x 70 x 30mm
Output (PGM) Current 100mA
Supply Voltage 10.5 to 15V
REMOTE INPUT EXPANDER (PCX-RIX2)
Supply Voltage 10.5 to 15V
Supply Current 40mA
Operating Temperature -10°C to +40°C
Dimension 100 x 70 x 30mm
Output (PGM) Current 500mA
REMOTE INPUT EXPANDER (PCX-RIX8)
Supply Voltage 10.5V to 15V
Quiescent Current 30mA
Dimensions 210 x 130 x 50 mm
REMOTE INPUT EXPANDER (PCX-RIX8+)
Supply Voltage 10.5 to 15V
Supply Current 40mA
Operating Temperature -10°C to +40°C
Dimension 100 x 70 x 30mm
Output (PGM) Current 500mA
Supply Voltage 10.5 to 15V
REMOTE OUTPUT EXPANDER (PCX-ROX16R)
Supply Voltage 10.5V to 15V
Supply Current 30mA (no relays active)
Supply Current 340mA (all relays active)
Max Switching Voltage 24A
Max Switching Current 3A
POWER SUPPLIES FOR RIXs and ROXs
Power Supply 2.5A
Mains (220-240V AC) 50Hz 150mA
Mains Fuse Slow Blow (T) 250mA
Output 13.75V 1.0A continuous
Battery Fuse 3.15A Quick Blow
Output Fuse 1.25A Quick Blow
5.4.1 Lightning Protection
The inbuilt lightning protection is provided by fast acting gas discharge tubes.
The quality of the protection is protected upon the low impedance telecoms earth being connected.
5.4.2 Code Guessing
When the PCX is armed, an intruder may try to ‘guess’ the user code to disarm the system, the PCX
incorporates a feature that stops this; If 30 or more invalid key presses are input, or 6 invalid tags are
presented at the keypad, the keypad will disable or ‘freeze’ for 90 seconds. It will then subsequently ‘freeze’
after 7 further invalid key presses or another invalid tag is presented.
After the lock up time has timed out, a valid user code/tag may be presented and the system will disarm.
‘Code Guessing’ will be visible on the keypad. To clear this press P.
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CHAPTER 6: SAFETY
SAFETY
1. A technically competent person must carry out the mains installation in accordance with the national and
local electrical installation regulations
2. Protective Earth: This equipment must be earthed/grounded.
3. Functional Earth: Must be connected to earth terminal to allow the equipment to operate correctly. Has
no safety implications.
2
4. Connect the unit to a single pole, unswitched, 3 Amp fused spur, using 0.75mm
cannot be positively identified use a double pole disconnect version.
5. Always remove / isolate the mains supply before carrying out any servicing of the panel.
6. Fuses: For continued protection against the risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating of
fuse.
7. There are no user serviceable parts inside the equipment.
cable. If the Neutral
8. This unit should be mounted so that there will be no outside access to the electrical cable entry point.
9. Ventilation: To ensure the correct airflow, always mount the unit vertically with the unit having a clear
space on all sides. It must not be covered by clothes, furnishings, boxes, etc. It must not be mounted
close to, or above, heat radiating sources.
10. On completion of wiring, use tie-wraps to prevent any loose wires causing a safety hazard.
11. The mechanical mounting of the unit must be secure enough to carry the full weight of the unit including
all batteries.
12. Batteries: Ensure that the battery terminal connections will not create an electrical short-circuit on the
case metalwork when the unit is closed. Use insulated battery lead connectors.
13. Dispose of old batteries as required by environmental legislation / recommendations.
14. The battery case must have a flame-retardant rating of UL94-V2/V1/V0 – IEC60950:2000
15. Water: The equipment must be kept free from dampness, water and any other liquids. It is only suitable
for installation indoors.
Protective Earth
Protective Bonding
Must be connected to the electrical installation earth / ground
Must be connected to the equipment protective earth terminal
Functional Earth
Read
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Must be connected to earth terminal to allow the equipment to
operate correctly. Has no safety implications.
Read equipment instructions
PCX SMS AND PCX 256 SYSTEM MANUAL
CHAPTER 7: INSTALLATION
This chapter describes the recommended procedure for installing PCX systems
7.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
The PCX system has been designed to meet or exceed all relevant EMC requirements. This alone does not
guarantee that no problems will be experienced, especially in relation to older equipment not designed to the
same standards, or to equipment for which the same provisions of the EMC Directive do not apply.
To maintain full EMC performance for the system, it is essential that the following points be followed:
a. All other equipment used must carry the CE mark for electromagnetic compatibility.
b. Do not locate the PCX system, or any other component, close to equipment switching high frequencies,
or using radio frequencies in its operation.
c. Avoid using mains supplies contaminated by interference generated by switching, arcing, etc.
d. The system must be connected to a good, clean earth. The earth connection of housing lids is a
mandatory safety requirement.
e. The correct cable type should be used for each application as specified.
f. Cables should be routed to avoid the possibility of interference being picked up from other nearby cabling
or equipment. Be alert to the possibility of other cables being installed after the alarm system has been
commissioned.
For further information refer to BSIA “EMC Guidelines for Alarm Installers”.
7.2 Mounting Procedure for the PCX system
The following steps illustrate basic mounting procedure for the PCX metal case.
Step 1 – Remove the case lid from the PCX panel and check all parts and components are in place.
Step 2 – Decide where the PCX panel will be situated. The PCX panel may be housed in the loft or different
rooms in the premises. A discrete and concealed place is advisable, as only the PCX keypads need to be
seen.
Step 3 – Secure the PCX panel to a sturdy and stable surface, using the mounting screws provided. First
mark the wall where the panel is to be situated (using the mounting holes), drill holes in the wall, and fasten
the panel base to the wall using the screws provided.
Step 4 – Before the panel base is completely secured to the wall feed cables for keypads / AC power supply
/ and accessories through the cable entry holes as illustrated.
7.3 Resistors
The resistor values are recognised as follows:
4k7 resistor = Yellow/Violet/Red
6k8 resistor = Blue/Grey/Red
470Ω resistor = Yellow/Violet/Brown
The PCX System recognises the following:
4k7: Alarm
4k7: Tamper
6k8: Mask/Fault (Not applicable on PCX 26/SMS)
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7.4 The PCX Panel Layout
Tam per Sw itc
Battery
17Ah
17Ah
DIGI MODEM CARD SLOT
EXPANSION CARD SLOT
T
A
M
P
E
R
NO1
C1
NC1
NO2
C2
NC2
F1
AUX+
PGM3
PGM4
PGM5
BT
B-
B+
F3 F4 F5
F2
T-1 R-1 TIP RING
Wall Fixing
Holes
Cable
Entry Holes
Mains
Tran sforme r
Neutral
Earth
To M ai ns Su pp ly
Fuse carrier handle
(fuse nominal - 250m A)
Live
Main Cable
Entry Hole
7.5 Battery Installation Procedure
Place two foam pads on the bottom of the battery and two on the upper rear. Place the battery in the case
and secure with two tie wraps.
7.6 Mounting Procedure for Devices
Mount the equipment carefully in suitable locations, noting particularly the following:
a. Input expander units (RIXs or RIX2s) should be located to suit the wiring to appropriate detectors.
Mounting more than two together is not recommended.
b. Where input expanders, output modules or access controllers are mounted on power supplies, all
connections are automatically made to draw all current from the power supply, and to use the system
diagnostic capabilities to control the power supply.
c. Intelligent power supplies cannot be used in isolation from the PCX system plug-on PCBs.
d. Keypads and tag readers should NOT be mounted on or near a metal surface, or within a metre of each
other, or tag response could be affected.
e. Where provided, metal housings must have the earth strap connected to the lid to meet electrical safety
regulations.
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7.7 Tamper Switch
The Tamper switch that is already fitted onto the metal case connects via a plug-on connector to the tamper
pins on the PCX control panel as shown below:
Tam p er S w it c h
COMMUNICATION C ARD
COMMS PGMS
NC1
C1
NO1
NC2
C2
NO2
AUX+
SPK
---------- ------SA B---- --------- ---
TR
B-
B+
TAMPER
EXPANSIO N CAR D SLO T
PGMS
F1
BELL
F2
RESET
BUS
AUX
F3 F4 F5
ENGINEER
KEYPAD
RS232
BATTERY
-1 B-1 A B
BATTERY
CONNEC T
7.8 Mains Connection
MAINS ELECTRICITY IS DANGEROUS!
Mains connection must be performed by a qualified electrician, in accordance with electrical wiring
regulations (BS.7671).
The earth connection must be correctly made to the centre terminal of the mains block, and to terminal G1 of
the End Station, and of any intelligent power supplies.
Metal lids must be correctly connected to mains earth by the wiring loom provided, before securing in
position.
Note:
The PCB ground connection is NOT a safety earth connection, but is for EMC filtering
purposes.
Warning:
Always disconnect the mains supply before removing the cover and working on the
equipment.
7.9 System Connections
Note: Never add equipment to the system with power applied, or damage can result.
Please refer to the following diagrams to identify the functions of all the terminals on PCX components. Note
that all components use the same identification for equivalent applications – e.g. D1, D2, D3 and D4 will
always be the RS-485 terminations, etc.
7.10 Digi Modem Card
Information for installing the Digi Modem Card is shown separately on page 110.
7.11 Expander Card
Information for installing the Expander card is shown separately on page 112. Please note that this is not
available on the PCX 26/SMS.
7.12 Access Control and Guard Tour Equipment
Information for installing access control and guard tour equipment is shown in page: 138. Please note that
this is not available on the PCX 26/SMS.
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7.13 Cabling Information
7.13.1 Planning the Cable Routes
Care should be taken to avoid running alarm cables in the same trunking as, or otherwise close to, cables
carrying signals that may cause interference – e.g. telephone cables, etc.
Similarly, where practical, avoid routing cables close to equipment capable of generating interference – e.g.
fluorescent lighting, welding equipment, etc.
Never run alarm cables in the same trunking as mains cables.
7.13.2 Screened Cable
When screened cable is used, the screen should be terminated at the control panel (or RIX module) only.
For best results, connect to the metalwork immediately at the point of cable entry into the housing, with a
‘pigtail’ not exceeding 5cm.
Terminals are provided in all PCX housings for this purpose.
Cables should not be looped inside the housings, or routed across or underneath printed circuit boards.
Ensure that screen connections are continuous through all intermediate detectors, junction boxes, etc.
7.13.3 Wiring Specifications
NOTE: The following specifications must be observed when installing PCX alarm systems.
General Principals
1 Routing: No alarm system cable should be run with other cables carrying AC or digital signals.
2 Insulation: Should be protected by the use of grommets, etc. where appropriate.
3 Specifications: The following specifications for cable types and distances are important for reliable
operation.
RS-485 Wiring
1 Cores:
2 Cable Type:
3 Wiring Format: Parallel, ‘daisy-chained’.
4 Cable Length: Overall network max. 1Km.
5 Termination: Extreme end points fitted with 470Ω resistors between A (D3) and B (D4).
4-core minimum. Use of 6-core and doubling up of power supply core is
beneficial to minimise voltage drops, but never double communications
connections.
As much as it is good practice to use screened cable, the PCX RS485 bus will
operate with standard alarm cable up to 300m. After 300m a 485 repeater device
will be required to be fitted when wiring keypads, prox readers, RIXs and ROXs.
The PCX system requires standard 7/0.2 unscreened alarm cable when wiring
keypads, prox readers, RIXs and ROXs.
Screened cable should be used if the system has been installed in hostile
environments where there maybe high levels of Radio Frequencies or mains
interference, e.g. heavy plant welding.
Example: Twisted pair, e.g. Belden 9744 (unscreened) or 9502 (screened).
End of Line Input Wiring
1 Cores: 4-core.
2 Cable Type: Standard alarm cable, screened in poor environments.
3 Wiring Format: Detectors individually wired, using EOL resistors mounted at detector.
4 Cable Length: Max. 1Km per detector.
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CHAPTER 8: KEYPAD AND READER INDICATIONS
The PCX panel is active for 24 hours a day and the two basic operation modes are DISARMED mode and
ARMED mode.
DISARMED: In this mode all inputs are disarmed, apart from Fire, Hold Up, 24 Hour, Gas, Tamper and
Fault, which are active 24 hours a day. The Tamper state of all End of Line inputs is always active
irrespective of the input type.
ARMED: In this mode all enabled inputs are armed, and if triggered will generate an alarm condition. If an
alarm is triggered, internal and external sounders will operate for a programmed period or time. Upon expiry
of this time period, the system will automatically rearm.
There are 3 types of operating devices for the PCX: The LCD keypad, the internal proximity reader and the
external proximity reader. Also note that the PCX LCD keypad also has an inbuilt prox reader.
8.1 The PCX LCD Keypad (PCX-LCD/UK)
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ALERT LED (GREEN)
The Alert LED will flash if there is information available to you. Enter
your code to see the information. After a code has been entered,
one of the following LEDs will light: Tamper or Fault. The relevant
detail of the problem will be shown on the display. To clear the
display, press the ‘Yes’ key (the display will clear automatically after
3 minutes).
A
B
C
D
ALARM LED (RED)
This indicates that alarm activation has occurred.
TAMPER LED (ORANGE)
This indicates that a tamper has occurred (only visible when a valid
code / tag has been used)
FAULT LED (ORANGE)
This indicates that a fault has occurred, i.e. device fail etc.
(only visible when a valid code / tag has been used)
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DISARMED LED (GREEN)
This will illuminate for a couple of seconds after the system has been
disarmed.
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