SILENT KNIGHT 5128, 5129 User Manual

1. Introduction

The Silent Knight Model 5128/29 is a low-cost slave communicator that meets the requirements for UL 864,
NFPA 72 Central Station Fire Protective Signaling System and Remote Signaling.

NOTE: In this manual, a rectangle represents a key that you press. For example, “Press

“Press the <ENTER> key.”

ENTER ” means

1.1 Features

• Compatibility with the Security Industry Association (SIA) reporting format and six other standard

reporting formats.

• Four channel (zone) inputs for system status reporting: fire alarm (channel or zone 1); system
troublechannel 2 (or zone 2); supervisorychannel 3 (or zone 3); and miscellaneouschannel 4

(or zone 4).

• Optional two-number dialing with same or different account codes and reporting formats. Alarms, troubles,

disables, and tests can be programmed to be reported to either or both numbers.

• Programmable as rotary-only or as Touch-Tone/rotary dialing.

• Built-in dual phone line-seizure circuit.

• Dual phone line monitor circuits.

• Transient voltage protection of phone lines.

• Built-in audible trouble buzzer with a loudness of 80 decibels (dB) at 30 cm (ie, 300 mm or, approximately,

12 inches).

• One relay output, programmable for alarm or trouble conditions.

• Light-emitting diodes (LEDs), visible from front of plastic enclosure, indicating: trouble condition

(yellow); presence of DC power (green), phone line 1 trouble (red); and phone line 2 trouble (red).

• Easy, English-language programming using Model 5230 Remote Annunciator.

• Test features: Real-time programmable 24-hour communicator test; manual communicator test; automatic

daily test (programmable from 5230 annunciator).

• Fuseless design, 24 VDC.

• Electrically erasable read-only memory (EEPROM) for nonvolatile storage of all programmable option

data. Eliminates the need to reprogram the communicator if power is lost.

• Built-in watchdog circuit that monitors the operation of the 5128/29 and resets the communicator if a fault
is detected.

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Features (continued from previous page)

• Active high, contact closure or direct monitoring input for monitoring control panel’s primary power.

• Compatibility with many Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Fire Listed receivers. (See Section 1.3 for list.)

• Housed in plastic enclosure (8-5/8 x 4 x 1-3/8 inches) for mounting inside control panel. (Refer to the

installation manual of the compatible control panel you are using for 5128 mounting instructions.)

• Model 5129 housed in metal enclosure (10 x 10) with AC monitoring transformer.

1.2 Optional Devices

The following accessories are available for use with the 5128/29:

• Model 5230 Remote Annunciator. Can be temporarily connected to the system for programming and
troubleshooting only. Only one model 5230 can be used.

• Cable for 5230, P/N 130294.

• Model 9230 Step Transformer. Required for AC monitoring if the control panel used does not have a

distinctive AC trouble output.

1.3 UL Fire Listed Receivers

The following UL Listed receivers are compatible with the 5128/29:

RECEIVER FORMATS

Silent Knight Model 9000 BFSK14

BFSK23
FSK
SK 3/1
SK 4/2
SIA8
SIA20

Osborn & Hoffman Quickalert SK 3/1

SK 4/2
SIA8
SIA20
BFSK14
BFSK23

Ademco 685 SK 3/1

SK 4/2

FBI CP220 SK 3/1

SK 4/2

Radionics D6500 BFSK 1400

BFSK 2300

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2. Built-in Features

For easy installation and solid reliability, the Model 5128/29 is designed with several features built directly into
the unit.

2.1 Phone Line Monitors

The 5128/29 dialer has two phone line monitor circuits, which detect phone line faults by monitoring their
voltages. These circuits feature a 40 to 90 second delay before a line fault is reported as a trouble. When a
fault is detected for longer than this amount of time, the audible trouble signal will sound, the message will be
displayed on the annunciator liquid crystal display (LCD) (if used), and the trouble will be reported to the
central station.

NOTE: To comply with industry standards, this product is equipped with line seizure. This means that any

time the system’s dialer needs to communicate with the central station, it will NOT be possible to use
any telephones that are on the same line(s) as the fire system. Normally this condition will last less
than one minute, but could last for as long as 15 minutes under adverse telephone circuit conditions.

2.2 Watchdog Circuit

If the 5128/29 stops running, the watchdog circuit automatically detects the problem and attempts to resume
normal operation by resetting the communicator. Each time the watchdog circuit resets the system, it also
sounds the trouble signal.

2.3 Power Loss Reporting

The 5128/29 monitors AC power of the main fire control panel. It can monitor either a contact closure AC

failure output or the control panel’s main AC power input. If monitoring the control panel’s main AC power,
the step down transformer supplied with the 5128/29 must be used.

The AC report delay time can be programmed as 0 or in the range of 6 to 15 hours.

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3. Preconnection Requirements

3.1 Telephone Requirements

1. If requested by the telephone company, the following information must be provided before connecting this
device to the phone lines:

A. Manufacturer: Silent Knight Security Systems
B. Model Number: 5128/29
C. FCC Registration Number: AC6USA-75160-AL-E

Ringer equivalence: 0.1B

D. Type of jack (to be installed by the telephone company): RJ31X

2. This device may not be directly connected to coin telephone or party line services.

3. This device cannot be adjusted or repaired in the field. In case of trouble with the device, notify the
installing company or return to:

Silent Knight Security Systems
7550 Meridian Circle
Maple Grove, MN 55369
612-493-6455
800-328-0103

4. If the Model 5128/29 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the user in
advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice is not practical, the
telephone company will notify the user as soon as possible. The user has the right to file a complaint with
the Federal Communications Commission if he or she believes it is necessary.

5. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could
affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice
so that you can make the necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

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3.2 FCC Warning

WARNING:

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in strict accordance

with this manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. It has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC
Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a

commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause

interference. If this occurs, the user will be required, at his or her own expense, to take whatever

measures may be required to correct the interference.

3.3 UL Listings and Requirements

Model Listed As: NFPA 72 Chapter

(for more information):

5128 Signaling device subassembly for use in Central

Station Fire-Protective Signaling Systems.
Remote Signaling Service. 4-5

5129 Signaling device for use in Central Station Fire-

Protective Signaling Systems.
Remote Signaling Service. 4-5

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4-3

All UL installations must comply with the requirements described below. Refer to the control unit’s
installation manual for complete information.

5128 Requirements:

The 5128 must be mounted within a UL listed compatible fire control panel.

5129 Requirements:

The 5129 and the UL listed compatible fire control must be installed in the same room. All wiring between the
5129 and the UL Listed compatible fire control panel must be enclosed in conduit.

Requirements for both 5128 and 5129:

All electrical connections must comply with the ratings shown in section 4.4.2.

In a remote signaling installation, the control unit, slave dialer, and receiver at the remote site must all be UL
listed for remote signaling.

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4. Panel Description

CAUTION:

To avoid the risk of electrical shock, make sure the main control power is OFF when wiring. DO NOT

apply power until wiring is completed following the procedures described in this manual.

4.1 Indicator Lights (in Cabinet Window)

Four LEDs appear in the window of the 5128/29 enclosure.
TROUBLE LED (yellow)

ON - A system trouble condition exists.
OFF - No trouble condition exists.

DC POWER LED (green)

ON - The panel is running on DC power.
OFF - The panel has lost all power.

PHONE LINE 1 LED (red)

ON - Phone line 1 has a trouble condition.
OFF - Normal condition.

PHONE LINE 2 LED (red)

ON - Phone line 2 has a trouble condition.
OFF - Normal condition.

4.2 Electrically Erasable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)

The electrically erasable read-only memory (EEPROM) is used to store specific information such as system
configuration, telephone numbers, reporting format, and account numbers. The EEPROM retains the
programmed information even when all electrical power is removed. It can be programmed more than 1,000
times without losing its ability to store information.

4.3 DC Power

The 5128/29 operates on 18-40 VDC rectified power from the main fire control panel.

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4.4 5128/29 Board Layout

4.4.1 Pin Connector Descriptions

PIN CONNECTOR FUNCTION

P1 DC power
P2 Channel (zone) inputs
P3 AC monitor
P4 5230 connect (temporary, for

programming and troubleshooting only)

P6 Not used

4.4.2 Wiring and Board Layout Diagram

Figure 4.4.2-A: Model 5128/29 Wiring and Board Layout

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4.4.3 Electrical Ratings

PRIMARY DC: VDC: 18 - 40

Current draw, standby

143 mA max. with annunciator attached
84 mA max. without annunciator

Current draw, alarm

227 mA max. with annunciator attached

154 mA max. without annunciator
AC RATING: 45 mA max.
CHANNEL (ZONE) INPUTS: 0 - 30 VDC input

10 mA max. current draw
MAX. WATCHDOG RESPONSE: 50 seconds

5. Wiring Precautions

To avoid induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another), keep input wiring isolated from
high current output and power wiring. Induced noise can interfere with telephone communication, or even
cause false alarms. Avoid pulling one multiconductor cable for the whole panel. Instead, separate the wiring as
follows:

High current input/output: AC monitoring (if monitored directly)
Low current input/output: 24 DC power and channel (zone) wiring
Audio input/output: Telephone wiring

Wires from different groups should not be pulled through the same conduit. If you must run them together, do
so for as short a distance as possible, or use shielded cable. Connect the shield to circuit ground at the panel.
High and low voltages must be routed separately.

High frequency noise, such as that produced by the inductive reactance of a bell, can also be reduced by
running the wire through ferrite shield beads or by wrapping it around a ferrite toroid.

NOTE: All wiring must be within the range of 12-18 American Wire Gauge (AWG). In UL installations, the

5128/29 must be located in the same room as the fire control panel.

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6. Mounting the 5129

The 5129 cabinet should be installed in the same room as the control panel (wire in conduit). Mount the 5129
so it is firmly secured to the wall surface. When mounting on concrete, especially when moisture is expected,

attach a piece of ¾” plywood to the concrete surface before attaching the 5129.

6.1 Grounding the 5129 Cover

Before connecting power to the 5129, connect the earth ground wire to the base and cover. Make sure that the
ring lugs are oriented properly. Figure 6.1-A shows the proper connection and orientation.

After the 5129’s cover and base are attached, make a slight bend to the wire that is attached to the cover. This
keeps the wire from getting caught between the cover and base when the cover is closed.

Figure 6.1-A: Connecting the Ground Wire

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7. Channel (Zone) Operation and Wiring

The 5128/29 features four fully supervised channel (zone) inputs. They can be programmed to accept three
types of inputs. Contact closure, active high voltage input, or active low voltage input.

CHANNEL 1 (ZONE 1): FIRE ALARM
CHANNEL 2 (ZONE 2): FIRE TROUBLE
CHANNEL 3 (ZONE 3): SPRINKLER SUPERVISORY
CHANNEL 4 (ZONE 4): UNDEFINED ALARM

7.1 Dry Contact

A short across the end-of-line resistor (EOL) causes an active channel (zone). An open loop causes a trouble
condition.

Figure 7.1-A: Contact Closure

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7.2 Voltage Input (Active High or Active Low)

This diagram shows how to wire the 5128/29 for voltage input. The input must be from a compatible UL listed
control panel.

Active High

A short across the EOL or an open loop causes a trouble condition. Pulling the input high (10 to 30 VDC)

causes an active channel (zone). (At the time of this manual’s printing, the Cerberus Pyrotronics System 3 with
CSI-35 is the only UL Listed model available.)

Active Low

A short across the EOL or pulling the input low causes an active channel (zone). An open loop causes a trouble
condition. (This information is provided for the future. At the time this manual was printed, no compatible UL
listed control panel with an active low input is available.)

Figure 7.2-A: Active High or Active Low Voltage Input

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8. AC Monitoring Operation and Wiring

The 5128/29 features an AC monitoring circuit. The communicator will report AC trouble when AC has been
below 85 percent of nominal for a programmed amount of time (0 or 6-15 hours). AC can be monitored directly
using a model 9230 step down transformer (see Section 8.3). AC monitoring can also be performed with a dry
contact (active low) (see Section 8.2) or an active high voltage input (see Section 8.1).

8.1 Voltage Input—Active High

If the fire control panel has an active high AC trouble voltage output (10 to 30 VDC), attach this output directly

to the AC monitor input on the 5128/29. (At the time of this manual’s printing, the Cerberus Pyrotronics
System 3 with CSI-35 is the only UL Listed model available.)

Figure 8.1-A: Active High Input

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8.2 Dry Contact

If the fire control panel monitors its AC input and has a contact closure AC trouble output, apply 10 to 30 VDC

to the AC monitor input of the 5128/29 through the normally closed contacts. Select “ACTIVE LOW” in
programming for this configuration.

Figure 8.2-A: Dry Contact Input

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8.3 Monitor AC

If the fire control panel does not have an AC trouble output, the model 9230 AC monitoring step down

transformer must be used to allow the 5128/29 to monitor the fire control panel’s 120 VAC power input. Wire
the secondary side of the transformer directly into the 5128/29 AC monitor input.

Figure 8.3-C: AC Monitoring Input

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9. Relay Connection

The 5128/29 provides one relay output. You can connect the relay in normally open or normally closed
configurations or both. The relay contacts are rated at 1 A, 24 VDC/24 VAC. See Figure 9-A for relay contact
connections.

The relay can be used for either of the following:

• To activate for any alarm.

• To activate for system trouble conditions, loss of AC power, failure of the 5128/29 to communicate, and

phone line troubles.

Figure 9-A: Relay Connection

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10. Telephone Line Connection

To meet NFPA 72 Central Station Fire Protective Signaling and Remote Signaling Systems, both telephone
lines must be installed. Connect the 5128/29 to the phone line using an RJ31X type phone jack as shown in
Figure 10-A. The telephone company will install an RJ31X jack upon request.

Figure 10-A: Telephone Wiring

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11. Model 5230 Remote Annunciator

The optional Model 5230 Remote Annunciator can be temporarily connected to the 5128/29 to program the
system. Note that only one 5230 can be used. If the 5230 is used, a cable, part number 130294, (ordered
separately), is also needed.

Model 5230 key functions are described in Section 12; programming instructions are in Section 15.

NOTE: At the time this manual was printed, the 5230 is the only available method for programming the

5128/29.

11.1 5230 Installation

The table below shows how to make the connections. Figure 11.1-A below shows the location of the 5230
terminal block.

5230 TERMINALS CABLE WIRE COLORS

(P/N 130294)

1 GROUND BROWN
2 POWER RED
3 INPUT ORANGE
4 OUTPUT YELLOW

Figure 11.1-A: Model 5230 Back View

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11.2 Display

The 5230 is equipped with an LCD (liquid crystal display) that displays English-language messages. If the
5128/29 is not being programmed, the LCD cycles through all messages that are applicable at the time, showing
a different one every 1.5 seconds. The messages are listed in the troubleshooting section of this manual
(Section 17).

Figure 11.2-A: Model 5230 Remote Annunciator (Front)

11.3 Power LED Indicator

When DC power is being supplied, the POWER LED glows steadily. If DC power is not being supplied, the
POWER LED is off.

11.4 Buzzer

An audio transducer buzzer is built into the 5230 annunciator. It produces short beeps to annunciate keystrokes.
It also emits a long, high-pitched tone to indicate a trouble condition or when an annunciator function has been
entered incorrectly.

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12. Key Functions

The 5230 annunciator function keys are described below. The remaining keys are used only for entering digits.

Code 0 refers to the installer’s code (factory programmed as “5128”). Code 1 refers to the operator’s code
(factory programmed as “1111”). These two codes are described in Section 15, steps 11 and 12. Table 12-I
explains each function and summarizes the keystrokes.

NOTE: The message, “TRY AGAIN”, appears if you do not press any keys for five seconds while accessing a

function, or, if you attempt to access a function before exiting from another function.

TABLE 12-I: Key Functions

FUNCTION NAME EXPLANATION KEYSTROKES

CLEAR Corrects mistakes. If you enter a

function incorrectly, the 5230 will emit
a long, high-pitched tone.

SYSTEM TEST Tests the communicator by sending a

test report to the central station.
CLEAR ALARM
MEMORY
RESET DIALER Aborts an in-progress call to the central

DISPLAY ALARM
MEMORY

DISPLAY TROUBLES Displays trouble conditions.
ENTER PROGRAMMING

MODE

SET TIME To set the time:

Clears all data from the alarm memory.

station.

Displays events currently saved in the

alarm memory.

(NOTE: It is recommended that you

clear the alarm memory after you

display it.)

Enters the special programming mode

that allows you to change programmable

options.

1. Press

2. Enter Code 0. The SET MODE LED will turn on.

3. Enter the time in 24-hour military format (include leading zeros).

9 ENTER

CLEAR

0 ENTER Code

2 ENTER Code

3 ENTER Code

5 ENTER Code

6 ENTER Code
2 7 ENTER Code

To exit programming mode, press

STEP STEP CLEAR CLEAR

EXAMPLE:

To enter SET TIME mode and set the time for 3:30 PM, the keystrokes are:

9 ENTER 1 5 3 0 ENTER .

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12.1 Operating Modes

OPERATING MODE: ALLOWED DURING

ALARM:

0 System test NO Installer’s or Operator’s
2 Clear alarm memory NO Installer’s or Operator’s
3 Dialer reset YES Installer’s
5 Display alarm memory NO Installer’s or Operator’s
6 Display troubles NO Installer’s or Operator’s
9 Set time NO Installer’s or Operator’s
25 Troubleshooting NO Installer’s
27 Program NO Installer’s

CODE REQUIRED:

13. Preprogrammed EEPROMS (electrically erasable read-only memory)

The Model 5128/29 provides a wide variety of features that can be selected for use depending on your needs.
These features are programmed into an EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory)
chip. For descriptions of the options, see Section 15.

The 5128/29 is shipped with a factory-programmed EEPROM. The options that have been programmed are
shown in the step programming form in Section 15.

Changing the Options

To customize the features to suit a particular installation, you can reprogram the options stored on the
EEPROM using the Model 5230 Remote Annunciator. The EEPROM is an 8-pin integrated circuit chip that
can be reprogrammed up to 1,000 times. For instructions on reprogramming the options, refer to Sections 14.1
through 15.

14. Step Programming5230 Annunciator

This section describes the STEP PROGRAMMING mode (mode 27), using the 5230 Remote Annunciator. The
basic operation of the 5230 is discussed in Section 14.1. The step programming procedure is explained in
Section 15. (The temporary annunciator is connected at P4.)

IMPORTANT:

Connector P4 is used for temporary annunciator installation only.

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14.1 Making Programming Selections

NOTES: The system will automatically time out of programming mode, if no keys are pressed for four minutes.

If you key in a function very quickly, you may get ahead of the LCD display. Wait for the appropriate
message to be displayed before you press

TO: KEYSTROKES:

ENTER PROGRAMMING MODE

PROGRAM AN OPTION
SKIP A STEP

GO TO A SPECIFIC STEP

SELECT YES OR NO Press any digit to toggle Yes and No.
SELECT AN OPTION FROM A
MENU
ENTER ALPHABETIC DATA OR
NUMBERS LARGER THAN 9

2 7 ENTER Installer’s Code

The first line of the LCD will show the programming option for Step
1, “ZONE ACTIVE.” The second line will show the most recently
programmed value for that option.

Type in your new data and then press

Press ENTER .

The data in the skipped step will not change. The LCD will show the
next option.

Press

STEP . The first line of the LCD will show “ENTER THE

STEP #” and the current step number. Type in the new step number,
then press
line 2 will show the programmed data for the step. (If you try to go

to a step that does not exist, the display will go back to the previous
step.)

Press the option number. (Option numbers appear next to the option
name in Section 15.)

SHIFT 1 for A or 10
SHIFT 2 for B or 11

ENTER .

ENTER .

ENTER . Line 1 of the LCD will show the option name;

CORRECT AN ERROR
(If you have not pressed the

ENTER

key.)
LEAVE PROGRAMMING MODE
AT ANY TIME

SHIFT 3 for C or 12
SHIFT 4 for D or 13
SHIFT 5 for E or 14

Note that only the alphabetic characters appear on the display.
Press

CLEAR . Then type in the correct data and press ENTER .

Press

STEP STEP CLEAR CLEAR .

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15. Step Programming Options

This section of the manual describes the programming options. You can use the Step Programming Form,
which begins on the next page, to keep a record of how you have programmed an installation by checking off or
writing in your choices in Column 4 of the chart. The factory-programmed defaults also appear in Column 4.
Note that if the system was reprogrammed after it left the factory, the data you see on the display may be
different from the data shown on the form. This form is perforated for your convenience.

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5128/29 STEP PROGRAMMING FORM

STEP OPTION DESCRIPTION YOUR CHOICE

(D) = Default

1 ZONE ACTIVE Select input type.

0 = Dry contact input
1 = Active high input
2 = Active low input

2 ZONE SUPERVISED Yes = All zones supervised

No = All zones unsupervised

3 ALARM CHANNEL

(ZONE) INPUT TYPE

4 TROUBLE CHANNEL

(ZONE) INPUT TYPE

5 SUPERVISORY

CHANNEL (ZONE)

NOTES FOR STEPS 6-9:

Channel (zone) response time speeds are not intended to be used as a smoke verification feature. Possible choices for
channel (zone) response times are 0-3 (described below).

6 CHANNEL (ZONE)

RESPONSE #1

Alarm input
0 = Fire
1 = Sprinkler
Trouble input
0 = Fire
1 = Sprinkler
Supervisory input
0 = Fire
1 = Sprinkler

0 = 0.3 to 0.4 seconds
1 = 3 to 4 seconds
2 = 15 to 20 seconds
3 = 30 to 40 seconds

r Dry contact (D)
r Active high
r Active low

r Yes
r No (D)
r Fire (D)
r Sprinkler

r Fire (D)
r Sprinkler

r Fire
r Sprinkler (D)

r 0.3 to 0.4 sec (D)
r 3 to 4 sec
r 15 to 20 sec
r 30 to 40 sec

NOTE: If you make a mistake and program a number other
than 0-3, the resulting zone speed will be:

4 = 0.3 to 0.4 seconds
5 = 3 to 4 seconds
6 = 15 to 20 seconds
7 = 30 to 40 seconds
8 = 0.3 to 0.4 seconds
9 = 3 to 4 seconds

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5128/29 STEP PROGRAMMING FORM

STEP OPTION DESCRIPTION YOUR CHOICE

(D) = Default

7 CHANNEL (ZONE)

RESPONSE #2

8 CHANNEL (ZONE)

RESPONSE #3

9 CHANNEL (ZONE)

RESPONSE #4

10 RELAY #1 0 = Optional relay activates on alarm

11 INSTALLER’S CODE Installer’s code (4 digits). This code is needed to set the time

12 OPERATOR’S CODE Operator’s code (4 digits). Can be used to silence

13 DIALER TYPE 0 = USA

14 COMPUTER ENABLE OPTION CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE.

15 TOUCHTONE LINE 1 Yes = Phone #1 will try both TouchTone and rotary.

16 TOUCHTONE LINE 2 Yes = Phone #2 will try both TouchTone and rotary.

17 MUST REPORT #1 Yes = Reports must always be sent to central station phone #1.

18 MUST REPORT #2 Yes = Reports must always be sent to central station phone #2.

19 AC MONITORING 0 = Active high

Factory programmed as “1” (3 to 4 seconds). Cannot be
changed.
(See step 6.) r 0.3 to 0.4 sec (D)

(See step 6.) r 0.3 to 0.4 sec (D)

1 = Optional relay activates on system trouble

and enter programming mode. Can also perform all the same
operations as operator’s code (see below).

annunications and perform manual tests. (This code must be
different from the installer’s code.)

1 = 9000 Direct (Do not use this option.)
2 = European (used for Europe and Asia)

DO NOT USE.

No = Phone #1 will use rotary dialing only.

No = Phone #2 will use rotary dialing only.

No = If another phone number is available first, no report to
phone #1.

No = If another phone number is available first, no report to
phone #2.

1 = Active low
2 = Monitor AC

No selection.

r 3 to 4 sec
r 15 to 20 sec
r 30 to 40 sec

r 3 to 4 sec
r 15 to 20 sec
r 30 to 40 sec
r Alarm
r Trouble (D)

________________
Default = 5128

________________
Default = 1111

r USA (D)
r European

No selection.

r Yes
r No (D)
r Yes
r No (D)
r Yes (D)
r No

r Yes (D)
r No

r Active high
r Active low
r Monitor AC (D)

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5128/29 STEP PROGRAMMING FORM

STEP OPTION DESCRIPTION YOUR CHOICE

(D) = Default

20 AC LOSS HOURS _____ # of hours before AC power loss is reported

(0 or 6 to15). Use 6 to 15 for NFPA 72, Central Station Fire­Protective Signaling Systems and Remote Signaling Systems.

To program a number larger than 9, use:

SHIFT 1 for 10
SHIFT 2 for 11
SHIFT 3 for 12
SHIFT 4 for 13
SHIFT 5 for 14
SHIFT 6 for 15

21 # RINGS OPTION CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE. No selection.

NOTES FOR STEPS 22 THROUGH 25.
Steps 22-25 apply only if the 3/1 format is selected. The 3/1 format is an old format that does not make full use of

5128/29 reporting capabilities. The 3/1 sends only one digit or letter for an event. It does not send the zone number
with the event. Use this format only if required by the receiver.

_______
Default = 6

If you are using the 3/1 reporting format, use Steps 22-25 to select the digit (0-9) that will be sent for each event.

The letters A through E can be used if the receiver can accept them. Use

SHIFT 1 for A, SHIFT 2 for B and so on.

Do not duplicate any digits or letters. For example, do not use “0” for both alarm code (in step 22) and trouble code
(in Step 23). Note that the 3/1 format does not distinguish between “0” and “A”, so do not use “0” if you’re using “A”
and vice versa.

See Section 16 for more information about the 3/1 format.

22 3/1 ALARM CODE Select the digit that will be transmitted to the central station for

an alarm.

(See “NOTES” above if you need more information.)

____
Default = 1

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5128/29 STEP PROGRAMMING FORM

STEP OPTION DESCRIPTION YOUR CHOICE

(D) = Default

23 3/1 TROUBLE CODE 3/1 code for trouble conditions.

Default = 8

(See Step 22 “NOTES” if you need more information.)

24 3/1 RESTORE CODE 3/1 code for restorals of alarm or trouble conditions.

Default = 7

(See Step 22 “NOTES” if you need more information.)

25 3/1 TEST CODE 3/1 code for reporting tests.

Default = 9

(See “NOTES” above if you need more information.)

26 ALARM #1 1ST Yes = Report alarms to central station phone #1 first.

No = Report alarms to central station phone #2 first.

27 TROUBLE #1 1ST Yes = Report troubles to central station phone #1 first.

No = Report troubles to central station phone #2 first.

28 TEST #1 1ST Yes = Report tests to central station phone #1 first.

No = Report tests to central station phone #2 first.

29 ACCOUNT #1 Account # for central station phone #1 (6 digits; leading zeros

if shorter).

30 ATTEMPTS #1 Number of times phone line #1 will try to dial each central

station acct. # before “DIALER FAILED” displays on the 5230
LCD. Range is 3 to 5.

31 FORMAT #1 Select reporting format for phone line #1.

Sec section 16 for descriptions of these formats.
0 = SIA8
1 = FSK81
2 = SK4/23
3 = BFSK14
4 = BFSK23
5 = SIA20
6 = 3/1 14
7 = 3/1 23

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Default = 8

____
Default = 7

____
Default = 9

r Yes (D)
r No
r Yes (D)
r No
r Yes (D)
r No

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Default = 105128
____
Default = 3

r SIA8 (D)
r FSK81
r SK4/23
r BFSK14
r BFSK23
r SIA20
r 3/1 14
r 3/1 23

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5128/29 STEP PROGRAMMING FORM

STEP OPTION DESCRIPTION YOUR CHOICE

(D) = Default

32 PHONE #1 Enter the phone number for phone line #1 (up to 16 digits).

The following special options and characters and numbers can
be part of a phone number: pause; look for second dial tone;
* (asterisk); and # (number or pound symbol).

For “pause”, press

SHIFT 1 . (“A” displays on LCD.)

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[blankno default]

For “*”, press
For “#”, press
For “look for second dial tone”, press

SHIFT 2 . (“B” displays on the LCD.)
SHIFT 3 . (“C” displays on LCD.)

SHIFT 4 .

(“D” displays on LCD.)

33 ACCOUNT #2 Account number for central station phone #2 (6 digits; leading

zeros if shorter)

34 ATTEMPTS #2 Number of times phone line #2 will try to dial each central

station acct. # before “DIALER FAILED” displays on the 5230
LCD. Range is 3 to 5.

35 FORMAT #2 Select reporting format for phone line #2.

Sec section 16 for descriptions of these formats.
0 = SIA8
1 = FSK81
2 = SK4/23
3 = BFSK14
4 = BFSK23
5 = SIA20
6 = 3/1 14
7 = 3/1 23

36 PHONE #2 Enter phone #2 (up to 16 digits).

(See step 32 for more information.)

37 COMPUTER ACCOUNT OPTION CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE.

________________
Default = 205128

____
Default = 3

r SIA8 (D)
r FSK81
r SK4/23
r BFSK14
r BFSK23
r SIA20
r 3/1 14
r 3/1 23

________________
[blankno default]

38 COMPUTER PHONE OPTION CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE.

39 TEST TIME Enter the test report time using the 24-hour military format

(include leading zeros).

40 CURRENT TIME Set the current time using the 24-hour military format (include

leading zeros).

(NOTE: It is recommended that you check the system time
every few months and reset it if necessary.)

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Default = 0130

16. Reporting Formats

The Silent Knight Model 5128/29 can transmit information in several different formats (including two types of
BFSK and SIA formats). The type of format you select is determined by the type of receiver used at the central
station (see Section 15, Step 31). Note that the SIA formats are recommended for use with the 5128/29. (All
formats listed below are compatible with the Silent Knight model 9000 receiver.)

NOTE: Some formats do not distinguish between certain types of reports, such as between waterflow and fire

alarms or between supervisory and trouble reports. Central station personnel must keep records of
how the various zones are programmed at each account, so they can determine what condition is being
reported for a particular zone.

FORMAT DESCRIPTION

SIA8 Security Industry Association standard. Used with the Silent Knight

model 9000 Digital Alarm Receiver and model 9004 or model 9004I
SIA line card.

SIA20 Security Industry Association standard. Used with the Silent Knight

model 9000 receiver, with a 9004I SIA line card and a 9200 CPU
card, Revision E.

FSK81 High-speed, single-round format for use with older receivers.

Transmits a 4-digit account number and a 2-digit alarm code at 20 pps.

SK4+2 Format used with receivers that can receive 4+2 at 20 pps and can

send a 1400 Hz acknowledgment tone. Uses a 4-digit account
number.

BFSK14 High speed, single-round format used with receivers that can receive

(Radionics) BFSK and can send a 1400-Hz acknowledgment tone.
Uses a 3-digit account number.

BFSK23 High speed, single-round format used with receivers that can receive

(Radionics) BFSK and can send a 2300-Hz acknowledgment tone.
Uses a 3-digit account number.

SK3/1 14 Used with older Silent Knight, Ademco, or Sescoa receivers that can

receive at 20 pps and send a 1400-Hz acknowledgment tone.
Sescoa 3/1
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Used with older Sescoa or other receivers that can receive at 20 pps

and send a 2300-Hz acknowledgment tone.

The tables in the subsections that follow show the digits that are transmitted for each event reported by the
5128/29 dialer, and the message that is printed if the central station uses the Silent Knight model 9000 receiver.
A separate table is shown for each format.

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16.1 SIA Format

In the SIA8 and SIA20 formats, the 5128/29 transmits the English description shown in the first column of
Table 16.1-I. At the central station, the 9000 receiver prints the English message shown in the second column.
All zones can be programmed as FIRE, WATERFLOW, UNDEFINED, or SPRINKLER. Note that in Column

2 below “FIRE” is used as an example. The actual word printed will be whatever zone type has been
programmed.

Table 16.1-I: 9000 Printout for SIA Format

5128/29 9000 PRINTOUT

ALARM 1-4 FIRE ALARM 1-4
ALARM RESTORE 1-4 FIRE ALARM RESTORE 1-4
TROUBLE 1-4 FIRE TROUBLE 1-4
TROUBLE RESTORE 1-4 FIRE TROUBLE RESTORE
AC LOST AC TROUBLE 0
AC RESTORE AC RESTORE 0
MANUAL TEST MANUAL TEST 0
AUTOMATIC TEST AUTO TEST
FIRE DRILL MANUAL TEST
*DOWNLOADING SUCCEEDED PROGRAMMING PASS 0
*DOWNLOADING FAILED PROGRAMMING FAIL 0
PHONE LINE #1 TROUBLE PHONE LINE TROUBLE 1
PHONE LINE #2 TROUBLE PHONE LINE TROUBLE 2
DATA LOST DATA LOST 0
PHONE LINE #1 RESTORE PHONE LINE RESTORE 1
PHONE LINE #2 RESTORE PHONE LINE RESTORE 2

*Message not applicable.

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16.2 Silent Knight FSK and 4+2 Formats

The Silent Knight FSK and 4+2 formats transmit a 4-digit account number and a 2-digit alarm code. When an
event is reported in either of these two formats, the dialer transmits the two digits shown in the second column.
The 9000 can be programmed to print either the two digits or the English message shown in the third column of
Table 16.2-I. If you are using the 9032 line card, FSK2 and BFSK are the only formats that will report in
English.

Table 16.2-I: 9000 Pringout for Silent Knight FSK and 4+2 Formats

5128/29 DIGITS

TRANSMITTED

ALARM 1-4 **01-04 ALARM 01 - ALARM 04
ALARM RESTORE 1-4 **21-24 RESTORE 01 - RESTORE 04
TROUBLE 1-4 61-64 TROUBLE 01 - TROUBLE 04
TROUBLE RESTORE 1-4 71-74 AC TROUBLE
AC LOST 60 AC RESTORE
AC RESTORE 70 TEST
MANUAL TEST 30 TEST
AUTOMATIC TEST 30 TEST
FIRE DRILL 30 TEST
*DOWNLOADING SUCCEEDED 30 TEST
*DOWNLOADING FAILED 30 TEST
PHONE LINE #1 TROUBLE 31 PHONE LINE TROUBLE 01
PHONE LINE #2 TROUBLE 32 PHONE LINE TROUBLE 02
DATA LOST 39 DATA LOST
PHONE LINE #1 RESTORE 35 PHONE LINE RESTORE 01
PHONE LINE #2 RESTORE 36 PHONE LINE RESTORE 02

9000 RECEIVER ENGLISH

LANGUAGE PRINTOUT

*Message not applicable.

**“02” and “22” will never be reported. Channel/Zone 2 is a trouble indication only that will transmit

only “62” and “72.”

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16.3 Radionics BFSK

In this format, the 5128/29 transmits in English with the event description shown in the first column of
Table16.3-I. At the central station, the Silent Knight model 9000 receiver prints the English message shown in

the third column. In Radionics BFSK format, the 9000 does not print alarm type, just the words “ALARM,”
“TROUBLE,” and so on.

Table 16.3-I: 9000 Printout for Radionics BFSK Format

DIALER CONDITION DIGITS

9000 RECEIVER PRINTOUT

TRANSMITTED

ALARM 1-4 10-40 ALARM 01 - ALARM 04
ALARM RESTORE 1-4 E1-E4 RESTORE 01 - RESTORE 04
TROUBLE 1-4 F1 -F4 TROUBLE 01 - 04
TROUBLE RESTORE 1-4 E1-E4 RESTORE 01 - 04
AC LOST FA TROUBLE 00
AC RESTORE EA RESTORE 00
MANUAL TEST EE RESTORE 0E
AUTOMATIC TEST EE RESTORE 0F
FIRE DRILL EE TROUBLE 0E
*DOWNLOADING SUCCEEDED EF TROUBLE 0F
*DOWNLOADING FAILED FF TROUBLE 0F
PHONE LINE #1 TROUBLE FB TROUBLE 0B
PHONE LINE #2 TROUBLE FC TROUBLE 0C
DATA LOST FE RESTORE 0E
RESTORE PHONE LINE #1 EB RESTORE 0B
PHONE LINE #2 EC RESTORE 0C

*Message not applicable.

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16.4 Silent Knight 3/1 and Sescoa 3/1 Formats

These formats transmit a 3-digit account number and a single-digit alarm code. These two formats greatly limit
the amount of information that can be reported. To avoid confusion at the central station, standard alarm digits
should be chosen. During programming, you select which alarm digits will be reported for different events.
You can choose not to report restores or not to use zone numbers that might be duplicated by a supervisory
transmission.

The second column of Table 16.4- I shows the programming step number in which each digit is programmed.

The third column indicates that the 9000 prints only the digit (X) that has been programmed for that event—not
an English message.

Table 16.4-I: 9000 Printout for Silent Knight and Sescoa 3/1 Formats

5128/29 9000 RECEIVER PRINTOUT

ALARM 1-4 CODE X = ALARM
ALARM RESTORE 1-4 CODE X = RESTORE
TROUBLE 1-4 CODE X = TROUBLE
TROUBLE RESTORE 1-4 CODE X = RESTORE
AC LOST CODE X = TROUBLE
AC RESTORE CODE X = RESTORE
MANUAL TEST CODE X = TEST
AUTOMATIC TEST CODE X = TEST
FIRE TEST CODE X = TEST
*DOWNLOADING SUCCEEDED CODE X = TEST
*DOWNLOADING FAILED CODE X = TEST
PHONE LINE #1 TROUBLE CODE X = TROUBLE
PHONE LINE #2 TROUBLE CODE X = TROUBLE
DATA LOST CODE X = TEST
PHONE LINE #1 RESTORE CODE X = RESTORE
PHONE LINE #2 RESTORE CODE X = RESTORE

*Message not applicable.

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17. Troubleshooting

Section 17.1 describes zone troubleshooting mode. Section 17.2 contains a list of system trouble messages.

17.1 Accu-Zone Troubleshooting (Mode 25)

Accu-Zone troubleshooting mode (Mode 25) allows you to use the 5230 annunciator to determine if any input
is active. A voltmeter is not necessary. Mode 25 can troubleshoot the four channels (or zones) and the AC
Monitoring function.

The first line of the display will show the channel (zone) input number. The second line will show a high, low,
and present channel (zone) measurement. The high and low values allow you to trip a zone momentarily, then
come back to the annunciator and see the result. This procedure is also useful for locating intermittent
connections.

Figure 17.1-A: Example Mode 25 Display

Table 17.1-I (next page) explains how to use mode 25. Note that while you are using Mode 25, all alarms and
troubles are disabled to allow you to trip channels (zones), adjust wiring, and so on.

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Table 17.1-I: Using Mode 25

To Press

Enter Mode 25
Select the channel (or zone) you want to

troubleshoot

Exit Mode 25

2 5 ENTER Code 0

ENTER (You must be in Mode 25.)

1.

2. Channel #

1 = Channel 1 (or Zone 1)
2 = Channel 2 (or Zone 2)
3 = Channel 3 (or Zone 3)
4 = Channel 4 (or Zone 4)
5 = AC Monitoring function

STEP STEP CLEAR CLEAR

ENTER

Table 17.1-II: Typical Mode 25 Values

The readings shown in Table 17.1-II are typical for normal conditions, but readings outside the range may be
acceptable depending on your application.

Mode 25 Values

All Values Shown Are Approximate

Normal Condition Active (Tripped) Trouble

Valid

Range

Typ. value Valid

Range

Typ. value

Supervised Channel (or Zone) Input

Active High 8 to 11 9 21 to 31 27 0 to 7

Active Low 8 to 11

9 0 to 7 1 12 to 20

or

21 to 31

Contact Closure 8 to 11 9 0 to 7 1 12 to 31

Non-Supervised Channel (or Zone) Input

Active High 0 to 20 16 21 to 31 27
Active Low 12 to 31 16 0 to 11 1
Contact Closure 12 to 31 16 0 to 11 1

Active High AC Monitoring 0 to 20 16 21 to 31 27
Active Low AC Monitoring 8 to 31 16 0 to 7 1
Direct AC Monitoring 0 to 11 1 12 to 31 16

or

12 to 20

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17.2 System Messages

Table 17.2-I shows the messages that could appear on the LCD of the model 5230 annunciator. You can
connect a 5230 temporarily to allow for troubleshooting.

Table 17.2-I: Explanations of Display Messages

5230 MESSAGE EXPLANATION/ACTION TO BE TAKEN

BAD EEPROM
5230 buzzer goes on and off.
REPORTING An event is being reported to the central station.
SYSTEM NORMAL No trouble, alarm, or other condition exists.
AC LOW AC power has been lost. Check connection to AC power source.
TROUBLE DIALER The dialer has made the programmed number of attempts (programmed in

TROUBLE LINE 1 A trouble condition exists on phone line 1.
TROUBLE LINE 2 A trouble condition exists on phone line 2.
TROUBLE (ZONE 1-4) A trouble condition exists in the indicated zone. If you need help locating the

ALARM ZONE 1-4 An alarm condition exists in the indicated zone.
TRY AGAIN

Line 2: REPORTING The system is reporting to the central station.
Line 2: CALLING COMPUTER Message not explicable.
TIME? The 5128/29 is in Time Set mode.
TROUBLE (line 1)
TROUBLE ZONE # (line 2)

NOTE:When step programming mode is in use and the 5230 annunciator powers up, the LCD displays

messages that describe conditions currently in effect.

Replace the EEPROM.

steps 30 and 34) and has not been able to communicate with the central
station. (This is a dialer failed condition.)

trouble, refer to Section 17.1 for information about zone troubleshooting
mode (mode 25).

A keystroke error has been made. Press
keystrokes.

Sprinkler supervisory trouble.

CLEAR and enter the correct

18. How to Contact Silent Knight

For questions and problems with Silent Knight products, contact Silent Knight Technical Support at
800-328-0103 (or 612-493-6455). To order parts, contact Silent Knight Sales at 800-446-6444
(or 612-493-6455).

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