DCS MAXSYS PC4401 User manual

PC4401 v1.0 Printer Module
Installation Guide
Installation GuideInstallation Guide
Installation Guide
WARNING: This manual contains information on limitations
regarding product use and function and information on the
limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire
manual should be carefully read.

1. Introduction
When you use the PC4401 as a printer module, you can
connect it to a local serial printer so that the system can
print out event information.
2. Specifications
•Input-12VDC via Combus connection
• Normal current draw of 35 mA
• Tamper and Trouble reporting codes
PC4401 Printer Module:
• Four wire (QUAD) hook-up to Combus
• Low Combus supervision to main control panel
•TrueRS-232technology
•ProtocolDTR
• Five possible Baud rates: 300, 600, 1200, 2400 or 4800
• Maximum cable length: 10 feet (3 meters)
3. Installing the PC4401
3.1 Unpacking
The PC4401 package includes the following parts:
• One PC4401 circuit board
• Four plastic stand-offs
• RS-232 cable and DB-25 adapter
3.2 Wiring the PC4401 Printer Module
Before beginning to wire the unit, ensure that all power
(AC transformer and battery) is disconnected from the
control panel.
Perform the following steps to complete wiring:
1. Connect the four Combus wires to the PC4401. Con-
nect the red, black, yellow and green Combus wires to
the RED, BLK, YEL and GRN terminals, respectively.
2. Connect terminals T1 and T2 to a normally closed
tamper switch. If no tamper switch is desired, con-
nect a jumper wire between T1 and T2 terminals.
3. Consult Diagram 1, for more information.
4. For commercial fire applications, the PC4401 module
must be mounted in the same enclosure as the control
panel. For all other applications, the module may be
mounted in the separate enclosure Model PC4003C.
The PC4401 module can be mounted on the inside wall
of the enclosure using the plastic stand-offs provided.
4. Enrolling the Module
If you will be using the PC4401 as a printer module, you
must enroll it with the PC4010/4020.
1. Enter installer’s programming by pressing [*][8]
[Installer’s Code].
2. Scroll to “Module Hardware” and press the [*] key.
3. Scroll to “Enroll Module” and press the [*] key.
4. Scroll through the different modules until “PC44XX
RS-232” is displayed. Press the [*] key.
5. The message “Create Tamper on Desired Unit” will
be displayed. To create the required tamper, secure
the tamper zone on the module and then open it. The
transition from secure to violated enrolls the module.
After this is done, the keypad will display the mod-
ule number and will confirm enrollment (e.g.
“PC44XX Mod 01 Enrolled”).
For more information regarding module enrollment, see
the control panel
Installation Manual .
5. Programming the Module
To access PC4010/4020 programming, enter [*][8] fol-
lowed by the Installer’s code. The sections you will need
to program are described below. For more information
regarding programming, see the control panel
Installation
Manual
.
The PC4401 module programming sections are located in
the System Area section under the PC44XX options.
Once you have entered installer’s programming, enter
the indicated reference number; OR use the [<] [>] keys
to scroll through the programming options on the LCD
display and press [*] to select the desired option.
The following explains each programming option rele-
vant to the PC4401.
5.1 Module Function
Ref. # [000800XX00], where XX = PC4401 module no.
In this section you must select which function you want
the PC4401 to perform: Printer.
To use the PC4401 as a printer module, you must select
the Printer option in this section. Scroll to the message
“Printer”, then press [*].
NOTE: You may only program one function for each
PC4401 module.
5.2 Baud Rate
Ref. # [000800XX01], where XX = PC4401 module no.
This section is used to program which Baud rate the
PC4401 serial interface module will use to communicate
with a serial printer. The Baud rate is the speed at which
information will be transmitted from the PC4401 module
to the serial printer. There are five different Baud rates
available to the PC4401 module: 300, 600, 1200, 2400 and
4800 Baud. If you are experiencing problems with miss-
ing characters, try lowering the Baud rate.
5.3 Trouble Conditions
The control panel always watches for possible trouble
conditions. If a trouble condition occurs, the keypad
“Trouble” light will turn on and the keypad will beep.
Press [✱][2] to display the trouble conditions.
The following trouble condition applies to the PC4401
module. For a description of all troubles, please see your
system
Installation Manual . Reporting codes for these
troubles can be programmed (ref. # [000403] OR scroll to
System Area
System AreaSystem Area
System Area, then Communicator
CommunicatorCommunicator
Communicator, then Reporting
ReportingReporting
Reporting
Codes
CodesCodes
Codes).
• Printer Off-line
If programmed, the panel can also send reporting codes
for the following conditions:
• General System Tamper Alarm
• General System Tamper Restore
Record your reporting code choices in the panel’s
Programming Worksheets booklet.

Diagram 1: Connecting the PC4401 as a Printer Module
Programming Worksheet
Module Function
Ref # [000800XX00], where XX = PC4401 module number
I_______I Not used (00) I_______I Printer (01)
Baud Rate
Ref # [000800XX01], where XX = PC4401 module number
I_______I 300 I_______I 600 I_______I 1200
I_______I 2400 I_______I 4800
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* No connection for
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CAUTION
CAUTIONCAUTION
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital Security Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Re-orient the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the FCC useful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio/Television Interference Problems”. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington D.C. 20402, Stock # 004-000-00345-4.

WARNING Please Read Carefully
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This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your
responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.
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This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances, how-
ever, involving fire, burglary, or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Any
alarm system of any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a
variety of reasons. Some but not all of these reasons may be:
Inadequate Installation
A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate protection. Every installation
should be evaluated by a security professional to ensure that all access points and areas are covered. Locks
and latches on windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors, walls, ceil-
ings and other building materials must be of sufficient strength and construction to provide the level of
protection expected. A reevaluation must be done during and after any construction activity. An evalua-
tion by the fire and/or police department is highly recommended if this service is available.
Criminal Knowledge
This system contains security features which were known to be effective at the time of manufacture.
It is possible for persons with criminal intent to develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of
these features. It is important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its fea-
tures remain effective and that it be updated or replaced if it is found that it does not provide the pro-
tection expected.
Access by Intruders
Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a sensing device, evade detection by
moving through an area of insufficient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or prevent
the proper operation of the system.
Power Failure
Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security devices require an adequate
power supply for proper operation. If a device operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail.
Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a
device operates only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative
while it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctu-
ations which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system. After a power interruption has
occurred, immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.
Failure of Replaceable Batteries
This system’s wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life under nor-
mal conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambi-
ent conditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may
reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identi-
fies when the batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing
and maintenance will keep the system in good operating condition.
Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices
Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects placed on
or near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.
System Users
A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or temporary
physical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is
important that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that they know
how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.
Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants of a fire for a number of rea-
sons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed or positioned. Smoke
may not be able to reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs, or on the
other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from fires on another level of the resi-
dence or building.
Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning. Smoke detectors cannot
sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by
carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of
flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches or arson.
Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances when there is insufficient warn-
ing to allow all occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.
Motion Detectors
Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as shown in their respective installation
instructions. They cannot discriminate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do not
provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be detected
in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind walls, ceil-
ings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether intentional
or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors, windows or
any other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature. However their effectiveness
can be reduced when the ambient temperature rises near or above body temperature or if there are intentional
or unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources could be heaters,
radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so on.
Warning Devices
Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or waken someone sleep-
ing if there is an intervening wall or door. If warning devices are located on a different level of the resi-
dence or premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible warning
devices may be interfered with by other noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air condition-
ers or other appliances, or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however loud, may not be heard by
a hearing-impaired person.
Telephone Lines
If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods of
time. Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat its operation by more sophisticated means
which may be difficult to detect.
Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not be pro-
tected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the sys-
tem is monitored, the response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings.
Component Failure
Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may fail to
function as intended due to the failure of a component.
Inadequate Testing
Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be found by regular
testing and maintenance. The complete system should be tested weekly and immediately after a break-in,
an attempted break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or any kind of construction activity
inside or outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm
indicating devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system.
Security and Insurance
Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life insurance. An
alarm system also is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to
prevent or minimize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.
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