SG Security Communications Skyroute UT Installation Manual

Installation Manual

Contents Page

Introducing the Skyroute UT ................................................................................................................2

1.1 Specifications................................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Out of the Box ..................................................................................................................................4

Getting Started ................................................................................................................4

2.1 Installation Steps .................................................................................................................................4

2.2 Terminal Descriptions .......................................................................................................................5

Diagram of Positive and Negative Trigger ..............................................................................................6

Diagram of Relay Trigger/Dry Contact Trigger........................................................................................ 6

Diagram of Siren Trigger........................................................................................................................ 7

Secure Installation.......................................................................................................................... 8

Relocating the Antenna.......................................................................................................................... 8

How to Program........................................................................................................... 8

3.1 Installer's Programming ...................................................................................................................8

3.2 Programming Decimal Data............................................................................................................. 9

3.3 Programming Hex Data ...................................................................................................................9

3.4 Programming Toggle Option Sections ............................................................................................10

3.5 Viewing Programming .....................................................................................................................10

Program Descriptions .....................................................................................................................10

4.1 Zone Programming Sections [001] ..................................................................................................10

4.2 Telephone Line Monitor (TLM) .............................................................................................. ..........10

4.3 Swinger Shutdown ..........................................................................................................................10

4.4 Skyroute Programming Sections [803] ............................................................................................11

Activating the Skyroute Transceiver .....................................................................................................12

Calling Connect 24 ...............................................................................................................................12

Skyroute Transceiver Trouble Supervision ............................................................................................12

Skyroute Transceiver Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................12

4.5 PGM Output Options [009] ..............................................................................................................13

PGM Output Attributes ..............................................................................................................14

4.6 Event Buffers ..................................................................................................................................14

4.7 Resetting Factory Defaults ..............................................................................................................14

4.8 Installe's Lockout [Installer's Code] ................................................................................................15

Programming Work Sheets .....................................................................................................................16

Antenna Relocation Diagram ................................................................................................................20

PC16OUT with Skyroute UT Transceiver Diagram ................................................................................21

Skyroute UT with Low V oltage Output from Alarm Panel Diagram .........................................................22

Existing Alarm Control Panel with Skyroute UT (Switched Positive Bell) Diagram ................................23

Existing Alarm Control Panel with Skyroute UT (Switched Negative Bell) Diagram ...............................24

Summary Diagram of the Skyroute UT .................................................................................................25

Appendix A ...........................................................................................................................................26

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Introducing the Skyroute UT

The Skyroute UT offers a new wireless method of communication for the transmission of event information using the
Cellemetry service. Events are transmitted from the Skyroute transceiver via the Cellemetry network to the Clearing
House and then to the Central Station in a fast and reliable manner. Skyroute has been designed for simple and
straightforward installation.

1.1 Specifications

Communication Method

• AMPS Control Channel

Downloading Software Support

• PC580 v2.3 uses DLS-1 v6.7 and up.

Flexible Zone Configuration

• Four fully programmable zones

• 27 zone types; 8 programmable zone attributes

• Normally closed, single EOL

Audible Alarm Output

• 700mA Supervised Bell Output (current limited at 3 amps), 12VDC

• Steady or Pulsed Output

EEPROM Memory

• Does not lose programming or system status on complete AC and Battery failure

Programmable Outputs

• Two programmable outputs; 18 programmable options

• PGM1 = 50mA; PGM2 = 50mA

Powerful 1.5 Amp Regulated Power Supply

• 550 mA Auxiliary Supply, 12 VDC

• Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) components replace fuses

• Supervision for loss of AC power, low battery

• Internal clock locked to AC power frequency

Power Requirements

• Transformer = 16.5 VAC, 40VA

• Battery = 12 volt 7 Ah minimum rechargeable sealed lead acid battery

Programmer

• The Skyroute ut can be programmed using any Power keypad
PC5500, PC5508, PC5516, PC5532, PC1555RK and the PC580RK

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System Supervision Features

The system continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions including:

• AC power failure

• Low battery condition

• AUX Power Supply Trouble

• Bell output trouble

• Fault by zone

• Tamper by zone

Additional Features

• An event buffer which records the past 128 events with both the time and date at which they occurred;
buffer can be printed using PC5400 serial interface module, or viewed with the LCD5500Z keypad and
DLS-1 software

• Uploading and downloading capability

Antenna

• 3 – 5 dB gain, TNC connector

• Extension Kits available:

- LAE – 3 The 3 Foot Antenna Kit for Skyroute Transceiver

- LAE – 15 The 15 Foot Antenna Kit for Skyroute Transceiver

- LAE – 25 The 25 Foot Antenna Kit for Skyroute Transceiver

RF Power Output

• 3.0 Watts

Power Consumption (Skyroute)

• 12 VDC @30mA, from Panel Keybus

DC, from Bell Circuit

• 12 V
Current in Standby 90mA
Current when Receiving 135mA
Current when Transmitting 1.3A

Dimension

211mm x 234mm x 77mm

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1.2 Out of the Box

Please verify that the following components are included in your system:

• one Skyroute module

• one PC1-OUT module

• one antenna

• one PC5003C main control cabinet

• one PC580 main control circuit board

• one Installation Manual with programming worksheets

• one hardware pack consisting of:

- four plastic circuit board standoffs

- ten 5600Ω (5.6KΩ) resistors

- one 2200Ω (2.2KΩ) resistors

- one 1000Ω (1KΩ) resistors

-

ground connection assembly

- one cabinet door plug

Getting Started

Read this section completely before you begin. Once you have an overall understanding of the installation
process, carefully work through each step.

2.1 Installation Steps

Step 1: Mounting the Unit

Mount the panel in a dry area close to an unswitched AC power source. Before attaching the cabinet to the wall,
be sure to press the four circuit board mounting studs into the cabinet from the back.

NOTE: You must complete all wiring before connecting the battery, or applying AC to the panel.

Step 2: Mounting the Skyroute Transceiver

The Skyroute Transceiver can be mounted in the upper right hand corner of the panel cabinet through
the knock out.The Skyroute Transceiver case attaches to the panel cabinet through the use of clips.

Step 3: Mounting the Antenna
NOTE: The antenna should always be attached to the Skyroute Transceiver for proper operation. The

unit will not function properly if the antenna is not installed.

The antenna attaches to the TNC connector of the Skyroute Transceiver.The antenna should be mounted
as high above ground level as possible while at the same time taking care not to place the antenna
under a Radio frequency shield of any kind. For example do not mount the antenna directly below a
metal roofing over-hang. The Skyroute Transceiver functions best when installed in an unobstructed
“line of sight” to the cellular antenna site.

Step 4: Panel Wiring

Install the 1kΩ resistor (brown, black, red) across the Bell+ and Bell- terminals. Connect all the
zone inputs using the 5.6kΩ resistors (violet, blue, red). Follow connection diagram on page 20
for different configurations.

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Step 5: Skyroute Wiring

• Keybus Connection

The Skyroute transmitter has 4 terminals marked red, black, yellow and green. Connect these four
terminals to the 4 terminals on the main control panel marked KEYBUS (aux+, aux-, yellow and
green).

• Bell IN Terminal

This terminal is used to power the cellemetry modem.This connects to the BELL + on the control
panel. No other wire should be connected to the Bell+ of the control panel or to this terminal.

Step 6: Power up the Control

Once all zone and Keybus wiring is complete, power up the control panel. First, connect the red battery lead to the positive
terminal and the black lead to negative. Then, connect the AC.

NOTE: Connect the battery before connecting the AC. You must apply AC power to the panel for at least 10
seconds, or the panel will not function. The panel will not power up on the battery connection alone.

Step 7: Programming the System
Utilize any Power keypad to program the system. Simply connect the keypad (R , B, Y, G,) terminals to the keybus

(Aux+, Aux-, Yel, Green) on the control panel.

Fill out the Programming Worksheets completely before attempting to program the system.

Step 8: Testing the System

Test the panel thoroughly to ensure that all features and functions are operating as programmed.

2.2 Terminal Descriptions

Battery Connection

A 12V 7Ah rechargeable battery is used as a backup source of power in the event of an AC power failure. The battery
also provides additional current when the panel’s demands exceed the power output of the transformer, such as when
the Skyroute module is transmitting.

NOTE: Do not connect the battery until all other wiring is complete. Connect the battery before connecting the AC.

Connect the RED battery lead to the positive battery terminal; connect the BLACK lead to negative.

AC Terminals – AC

The panel requires a 16.5VAC, 40VA transformer. Connect the transformer to an unswitched AC source and connect the
transformer to these terminals.

NOTE: Do not connect the transformer until all other wiring is complete.

Auxiliary Power Terminals – AUX+ and AUX-

These terminals provide up to 550 mA of additional current at 12 VDC for devices requiring power. Connect the positive
side of any device requiring power to the AUX+ terminal, the negative side to AUX- (ground). The AUX output is protected.
This means that if too much current is drawn from these terminals (such as wiring short), the panel will temporarily shut
off the output until the problem is corrected.

Keybus Terminals – AUX+, AUX-, YEL, GRN

The Keybus is used by the panel to communicate with the Skyroute transceiver, the programming keypad and other
modules. Each module has four Keybus terminals that must be connected to the four Keybus terminals on the panel.

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Programmable Output Terminals – PGM1 and PGM2

Each PGM output is designed so that when activated by the panel, the terminal will switch to ground.
PGM1 can sink up to 50mA of current. Connect the positive side of the LED or buzzer to AUX+, the negative side to PGM1.
PGM2 operates similarly to PGM1. If more than 50 mA of current are required, a relay must be used.
For a list of the programmable output options, please see section the “PGM Output Options” Section.

Zone Input Terminals – Z1 to Z4

Positive Trigger

5.6K

Z COM Z

Relay Trigger or Dry Contact Trigger

Normally Open Contact

-+

Negative Trigger

5.6K

Z COM Z

Normally Closed Contact

-+

-+

CN.O.

5.6K

Z COM Z

-+

CN.C.

5.6K

Z COM Z

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Siren Trigger

Use PC1OUT Module Included

Bell -

+ 12 volt

GND

Bell -

Bell +

(Bell + always active and Bell - switch to ground on alarm)

With this configuration, Zx1 will be trigger on

steady Bell and Zx2 will be trigger on pulsed Bell

(Bell - always to ground and Bell + switch to + on alarm)

Negative Siren Trigger

ORG

RED

BLK

Positive Siren Trigger

ORG

RED

BRG

GND

EMR

BRG

GND

Zx1

COM

Zx2

Zx

COM

GND

BLK

With this configuration, Zx1 will be trigger

every time the Bell is activated

Telephone Connection Terminals – TIP, RING, T-1, R-1

If a telephone line is required for central station communication or downloading, connect an RJ-31X telephone jack in
the following manner:

NOTE: Please ensure that all plugs and jacks meet the dimension, tolerance and metallic plating requirements
of 47 C.F.R. Part 68, SubPart F. For proper operation, no other telephone equipment should be connected
between the control panel and the telephone company facilities. Do not connect the alarm panel communicator
to telephone lines intended for use with a fax machine. These lines may incorporate a voice filter, which
disconnects the line if anything other than fax signals are detected, resulting in incomplete transmissions.

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Secure Installation

For a secure installation, the Skyroute UT must be in a secure, locked, and protected area via
sensors. All entry points must be protected. An instant trip IR sensor would be the most
appropriate for supervision of the panel. A cabinet tamper switch connected to the TMP
terminal of the Skyroute Transceiver is also required.

Relocating the Antenna

If a suitable location is not available for proper Cellemetry coverage, obtain an Antenna Extension
Bracket kit from your DSC/Sur-Gard supplier. Each kit contains an extension cable, a mounting bracket,
instructions, and all required hardware. Three lengths of extension cable are available:

Extension Kit Length of cable

LAE-3 3 feet (0.91 m)
LAE-15 15 feet (4.57 m)
LAE-25 25 feet (7.62 m)

Only use the Extension Kits to extend the mounting range of the antenna. Do not cut or splice
the extension cable. The maximum distance between the Skyroute transceiver and the antenna
is 25 feet (7.62 m) as obtained by using the LAE-25 Extension Kit. Make sure the antenna is
in a physically secured location to avoid tampering.

Secure the TNC connector from the Extension Kit to the mounting bracket, ensuring that the
star washers make solid electrical contact with the mounting bracket.

Remove the antenna from the Skyroute module and connect the extension cable to the TNC
connector on the module. Secure the antenna to the TNC connector mounted on the Extension
Kit Mounting Bracket. Locate the mounting bracket and antenna away from possible sources
of electrical interference. Moving the antenna just a short distance will likely be adequate.
Temporarily secure the mounting bracket in the new location and proceed with testing. If the
test is successful, permanently secure the mounting bracket and antenna at the new location.

How to Program

The following section of the manual describes the Installer’s Programming function and how to program the
various sections.
NOTE: Read the following section of the manual very carefully before you begin programming. We also

recommend filling out the Programming Worksheets section before you program the panel.

3.1 Installer’s Programming

Installer’s Programming is used to program all communicator and panel options. The Installer’s Code is [0580]
by default but should be changed to prevent unauthorized access to programming.

Installer’s Code ........ Section [006]

From an LED Keypad:

1. Enter [*][8][Installer’s Code].
The Program light (or System light on the PC1555RKZ) will flash to indicate that you are in programming
mode. The Armed light will turn on to indicate that the panel is waiting for the three-digit programming section
number.

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