DSC PC1150 User manual

INSTALLATION
MANUAL
PC1150
This device complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Reg. No.: FSCAN-73151-AL-E
REN = O.lB
Plug Type : RJ31X
MADE IN CANADA
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NOTES FOR UL INSTALLATIONS
This equipment is UL listed in accordance with UL 1023 (Household Burglar Alarm System Units). This
equipment has not been investigated for compliance with UL 294, Access Control System Units.
This equipment has the capability of being programmed for operational features that are not allowed for UL
recognized installations. To stay within the standard for household applications, the installer should stay within
the following guidelines when configuring the system.
1. All components of the system should be UL listed for the intended application. Note elsewhere in this manual
recommendations for a smoke detector and battery for use with this system.
2.This equipment is listed for “Local” applications only and should not be programmed for “Silent Alarm”
(Section [I l] zone definitions).
3. Maximum allowed Entry delay = 45 seconds
Maximum allowed Exit delay = 60 seconds
Minimum allowed Siren cutoff time = 4 minutes
4.The User Bypass must be enabled such that a User Code is required to Bypass zones (Section [14] light 1).
5.The installer should caution the user to not give system information (for example, Access Codes, Bypass
methods, etc.) to casual users such as babysitters or home service people. Only the “One-Time” use code
should be given to the casual user.
6.The installer should advise the user and note in the user manual:
a) The service organization name and telephone number
b) The programmed Exit time
c) The programmed Entry time
7.The Master Code should be changed from the factory default setting and the new Master Code recorded
in the User manual.
8.This equipment is listed for Local applications only and thus the connection to a Central Receiving Station
via the Digital Communicator has not been evaluated by UL and the following should be noted:
“The Burglar Alarm signal shall not be connected to a police emergency number.”
“The receiving unit to which this equipment transmits signals has not been evaluated by UL.
9. Remote programming shall be disabled.
This manual is for the PC1 150 software version 1.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Features ...............................................................................................................................................
3
Specifications .......................................................................................................................................
3
INSTALLATION
Mounting the Panel ..............................................................................................................................
4
Assembling The Unit ............................................................................................................................
4
Mounting the Enclosure .......................................................................................................................
4
Burglary Zone Wiring ...........................................................................................................................
5
Auxiliary Power Connection
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5
PGM Terminal Connections
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5
AC Power Wiring ..................................................................................................................................
5
Battery Connection.. .............................................................................................................................
5
Telephone Line Wiring .........................................................................................................................
5
KEYPAD FUNCTIONS
introduction ..........................................................................................................................................
6
Master Code.. .......................................................................................................................................
6
2nd Master Code .................................................................................................................................
6
Installer’s Programming Code.. ............................................................................................................
6
Arming ..................................................................................................................................................
6
Auto-Bypass/Home-Away Arming
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6
Arming Without Entry Delay
.................................................................................................................
7
Disarming .............................................................................................................................................
7
[*J+[l]: Zone Bypassing
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7
[*]+[2]: Display Trouble
Conditions.. .................................................................................................
7
[*]+[3]: Display Alarm Memory
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8
[*]+[4]: Downloading Call-up Command
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8
[*]+[5]: User Programming Command ..............................................................................................
9
[*]+[6]: User Function Command
......................................................................................................
9
Setting the Clock
................................... [*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[l]
............................
10
Set Auto-Arm Time
................................. [*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[2] ............................
10
Auto-Arm Enable/Disable ......................
[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[S] ............................
10
Door Chime Enable/Disable ..................
[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[G]
............................
10
Siren Test ...............................................
[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[8] ............................
10
Installer’s Test..
......................................[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[O] ............................
IO
Utility Output Command ........................
[*]+[7]
or [*]+[7]+[Access Code]
................. 11
Installer’s Programming Command
....... [*]+[8]+[lnstaller’s Code] ...............................
11
Arming Without Entry Delay ...................
[$]+[S]+[Access
Code] ..................................
11
Arming For The Night.............................
[*]+[l].
............................................................
11
Quick-Exit ..............................................
[*]+[O]
when Armed .......................................
11
Keypad Zones
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11
PROGRAMMING GUIDE
Program Data Review ........................................................................................................................
12
Sections [12], [13], [14], [16], [31], [32]
............................................................................................
12
Binary Data Display............................................................................................................................
13
HEX Data Programming .....................................................................................................................
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PROGRAMMlNG SECTlONS
[01] 1st Phone Number ..................................................................................................................... 14
[02] 1st Account Code ...................................................................................................................... 14
[03] 2nd Phone Number.. .................................................................................................................. 14 ,
[04] 2nd Account Code .....................................................................................................................
14
Reporting Code Sections [05] to [lo] ................................................................................................ 14
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Zone Alarm Reporting Codes .................................................................................................... 14
Zone Restoral Reporting Codes ................................................................................................ 15
Closing (Arming) Reporting Codes /Partial Closing Reporting Code.. ..................................... 15
Opening (Disarming) Reporting Codes /After Alarm Reporting Code ..................................... 16
Priority Alarms and Restorals .................................................................................................... 16
Maintenance Alarms and Restorals.. ......................................................................................... 16
Zone Definitions ......................................................................................................................... 16
1st System Option Code ............................................................................................................ 18
2nd System Option Code .......................................................................................................... 18
3rd System Option Code ........................................................................................................... 19
Communication Variables .......................................................................................................... 19
Zone Bypass Mask .................................................................................................................... 19
System Times
.............................................................................................................................
19
Auxiliary Delay Zone Entry/Exit Times ....................................................................................... 20
System Clock Times .................................................................................................................. 20
Installer’s Code .......................................................................................................................... 20
Master Code .............................................................................................................................. 20
2nd Master Code ....................................................................................................................... 20
Communication Formats ............................................................................................................ 21
Programmable Output Options / PGM Terminal ........................................................................ 22
Communicator Call Directions ................................................................................................... 23
Downloading Telephone Number.. ............................................................................................ 23
Downloading Access Code ....................................................................................................... 23
Panel Identification Code .......................................................................................................... 23
Number of Rings Before Answering .......................................................................................... 23
Reset to Factory Default ............................................................................................................ 24
4th System Option Code.. .......................................................................................................... 24
5th System Option Code.. .......................................................................................................... 25
Answering Machine Double Call Timer ..................................................................................... 25
Installer’s Lockout Enable.. ........................................................................................................ 25
Installer’s Lockout Disable......................................................................................................... 25
FOR THE RECORD
26
PROGRAMMING WORKSHEETS
27-34
HOOKUP DIAGRAM
35
LIMITED WARRANTY
36
NOTES FOR llf. INSTALLATlONS
Inside front cover
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Inside rear cover
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INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
Keypad Programmable
The PC1 150 comes complete with a default program
so that it is operational straight from the box with a
minimum of programming. The control panel is
completely programmable from the keypad.
The panel uses EEPROM memory which will retain ail
program information even if AC and battery power is
removed from the panel. The EEPROM memory can
be reprogrammed thousands of times.
Static/Lightning Protection
The PC1 150 has been carefully designed and tested
to provide reliable protection against static and
lightning induced transients. Thespecial “Zap-Trac”
circuit board design catches high voltage transients
right at the wiring terminals, and transient protection
devices are placed in all critical areas to further
reduce damaging voltages.
Supervision
l Low or disconnected battery
l Loss of AC power
l Fuse open
l Loss of time on system clock
l Microprocessor “Watchdog” circuit
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Download I Upload capability
Programmable auto downloading
Swinger shutdown
Transmission delay
Six Access Codes
“Master key” code
All zones programmable as fire zones
Programmable test transmission
Zone bypass from the keypad
Four zones
Siren zone
Programmable output
Four programmable outputs
SPECIFICATIONS
PC1 i50 Control Panel
l Four fully programmable zones
l End-of-Line (EOL) resistor supervised option
l Maximum zone zone resistance: 100 ohms
l Siren output: 1 amp
l Siren sounds steady for burglary; pulsed for fire
l Programmable Output: 50 mA with 9 options
l Auxiliary power output: 50 mA
l Battery: 12VDC, 1.2Ah minimum, gelled electrolyte
l Transformer: 16 VAC, 40 VA
l Panel dimensions: 10” high x 8” wide x 3” deep
(254 x 208 x 76 mm)
l Surface mount
l Panel colour: light beige
PC1 150 Keypad
l Three keypad activated zones
l 4 system lights: Ready, Armed, System
l 4 zone lights
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INSTALLATION
Mounting the Pane/
The keypad should be located close to the designated “Entry-Exit” door and be mounted at a height convenient
for all users. Select a dry location close to an unswitched AC source and close to the telephone line connection.
Remove the printed circuit board, the mounting hardware and the keypad from the cardboard packaging.
Assembling The Unit
Fromthespeaker-sideofthemounting bracket, pressthefourwhitenyloncircuit boardmountingstudsintothe holes
provided so that the studs face away from the speaker. If it is not attached, attach the communicator to the control
panel; ensure that all pins on the communicator are inserted into the control panel’s sockets. Align the assembled
unit with the mounting bracket so that the communicator’s ribbon wire aligns with the cut-out on the mounting
bracket. The wiring terminals should be behind the speaker, with the communicator’s terminals facing up. Press
the assembled unit onto the mounting studs.
PRESS ASSEMBLED
CONTROL PANEL ONTO
MOUNTING STUDS
INSERT
MOUTNING STUDS
INTO BRACKET
Mounting the Enclosure
With the battery box opening facing down, mount the enclosure in a prepared opening in the wall; at least one
side of the metal box should be secured to a wall stud. Place the battery box into the enclosure and secure the
battery box with a screw. Pull all cables into the cabinet and prepare them for connection. Use a meter to test
the wiring for opens, shorts and grounds. Place the battery into the battery box, but do not connect it to the
panel yet. Connect the speaker wires to the BELL terminals (red to + and black to -); you may wish to trim the
length of the speaker wires to reduce clutter behind the panel. If the wires are trimmed, ensure that their ends
are properly prepared for connection to the terminals.
Align the grey strip on the communicator’s ribbon wire with the RED terminal on the keypad circuit board plug
and press the ribbon wire into place. Complete all wiring to the control panel before applying AC power or
connecting the battery. With all wiring completed, connect the batteryto the unit. insert the unit into the
enclosure so that the speaker faces out of the unit and is on the left side of the enclosure. Mount the front panel
on the enclosure, and secure with four screws.
NOTE: Complete all wiring to the control panel before applying AC power or connecting the battery.
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Burglary Zone Wiring
Burglary zone definition, (for example, Delay, Instant, 24-Hour, and so on) is programmed using the keypad.
Refer to Programming Guide Section [ll].
NOTE: For UL installations, zone inputs must be terminated with 1 kQ end-of-line resistors.
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Burglary Zone Wiring Chart
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RESISTOR RESISTOR
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Auxiliary Power Connection
The auxiliary power supply can be used to power motion detectors and other devices that require 12 VDC. The
total load for the Auxiliary power output must be calculated for all devices connected across the AUX +/-terminals
and for devices connected between the AUX + and PGM terminals. The output current cannot exceed 50 mA.
PGM Terminal Connections
The PGM terminal is aswitched negative output which can be controlled by various programming options; refer
to Programming Guide Section [24]. Devices controlled by the PGM output must be connected between the
switched negative PGM terminal and the AUX+ terminal.
AC Power Wiring
Completeall wiring to the control panel beforeapplying AC powerorconnecting the battery. The transformer should
not be connected to an outlet that is controlled by a switch.
Battery Connection
If the battery is connected in reverse, the 5 A fuse will open and will need to be replaced. The battery charging
voltage is factory set and normally needs no adjustment. If the battery charging voltage is out of adjustment,
contact your service representative.
If AC power is OFF and the battery voltage drops to approximately 9.5 V or lower, the battery will be
disconnected and the panel will power down. To power up again, AC power will have to be re-established. This
feature is designed to prevent damage to the battery due to deep discharging.
Telephone Line Wiring
Do not connect the alarm panel communicator to telephone lines intended for use with facsimile (fax) machines.
These lines may incorporate a voice filter which disconnects the line if other than fax signals are detected. This
may result in incomplete transmissions from the alarm panel communicator.
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KEYPAD FUNCTIONS
Introduction
The PC1 150 keypad provides complete control of the PC1 150 control panel. The panel can be completely
programmed from the keypad. The 4 zone lights provide alarm and status indication for the alarm circuits, and
three function lights advise the user of system status. The built-in sounder lets the user hear correct key entries
and other alert signals. The 12-digit keypad is used for code entry and other programming functions. Alarms
may be activated by pressing and holding two keys at the same time; [1]+[3], [4]+[6] and [*]+[#I. All other
keypad entries are made by pressing one key at a time.
Master Code
The Master Code is factory set at “1234”; this code should be changed after the system is installed. The
Master Code is used to arm and disarm the panel, to reset the sounder after an alarm, to program up to 5
additional Access Codes, and to perform other user functions. The panel’s default program allows the user
to change the Master Code. The panel can be programmed by the installer so that the user cannot change
the Master Code. See Section [13] Second System Option Codes, Light 2.
2nd Master Code
A Second Master Code can be programmed into the PC1 150. This code can be changed by the installer only,
and is useful where there are multiple panels in an installation. The Second Master Code may be used as a
“Master Key”. The 2nd Master Code does not have a factory-set code.
Installer’s Programming Code
The Installer’s Programming Code is factory set as “1212”; this code should be changed when the system is
installed. Using this code and the [*3[8] command, the installer can perform programming functions.
Arming
Before arming the panel, close all protected doors and windows and stop movement in areas protected by
motion detectors. If the “System” light is on, check for trouble conditions (refer to [*][2] Display Troubles) and
correct the condition. Ensure that any bypassed zones are bypassed intentionally; refer to [*][l] Bypass
Zones. If the “Ready” light is not on, one or more zones are open; the system can only be armed when the
“Ready” light is ON.
To arm the system, enter a 4-digit Access Code. As each digit is entered, the keypad sounder will beep. When
a valid Access Code has been entered the “Armed” light will come ON and the keypad will beep 6 times. If
the Access Code has been entered incorrectly, the keypad will sound a single long tone. Press the [#] Key and
enter the Access Code again.
When a valid Access Code has been entered and the “Armed” light is ON, leave the premises through the
designated Entry-Exit door before the Exit Delay expires. At the end of the Exit Delay, all lights on the keypad
will be shut OFF except for the “Armed” light.
Refer to [*][8] Installer’s Programming Section for instructions on changing the Exit Delay time.
Auto-Bypass /Home-Away Arming
If an Access Code is entered and the Exit-Entry zone is not activated, the system will arm with interior zones
automatically bypassed if those zones have been programmed as “Home-Away” zones.
This feature is designed for the user who wishes to remain at home with the system armed. When this feature
is enabled, the user does not have to manually bypass the interior zones.
To reactivate the automatically bypassed interior zones, enter [*J[l]. This command provides a quick means
offullyarming thesystem beforeretiringforthenight. Thisfeatureisusefulfortheuserwho hasa keypad located
outside the areas protected by the interior zones.
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Arming Without Entry Delay
To eliminate the Entry Delay, arm the system by entering [*][9][any Access Code]. An exit through a Delay
Zone may be made as in normal arming. The system will arm as described in Auto-Bypass/ Home-Away arming
whether an exit is made or not. The “Armed” light will FLASH to indicate that the system is armed and that there
is no entry delay. If any zone is activated, an alarm will sound immediately.
Disaming
Enter the premises through the designated Entry-Exit door. The keypad will sound a tone to indicate that the
system must be disarmed. Go to the keypad and enter an Access Code. If an error is made entering the code,
press the [#] Key and enter the code again. The “Armed” light will be shut OFFand the sounder will be silenced.
A valid Access Code must be entered before the Entry Delay expires or an alarm will sound. To change the
Entry Delay, refer to Installer’s Programming Section [17].
If an alarm occurred while the panel was armed, the “System” light and the zone lights of the zones that went
into alarm will FLASH for two minutes. Press the [#] Key to cancel the flashing display and to return the panel
to the “ready” mode. Refer to [*][3] Alarm Memory Display.
[*]+[l]: Zone Bypassing
A bypassed zone will not cause an alarm. Use zone bypassing when access is needed to part of the protected
area or if damage to sensors or wiring cannot be repaired immediately. The panel can be armed with one or
more zones bypassed even if the zones are open. The “Ready” and “System” lights will be ON if a zone is
bypassed. Note that fire zones cannot be bypassed.
Enter [*][I] to display the bypassed zones; theZone Lights of bypassed zones will come ON. Ensure that any
zone displayed as being bypassed is intentionally bypassed. Zone bypasses are automatically cancelled
when the panel is disarmed.
To Bypass Zones:
Enter [*][l]; the “System” light will start flashing.
Enter the number of the zone to be bypassed; the corresppnding zone light will come ON to indicate that the
zone is bypassed. To remove a bypass, enter the zone number and its zone light will be shut OFF. Enter the
zone numbers for all zones that are to be bypassed. Press [#] to return to “ready”.
To Recall Bypassed Zones:
Enter [*][1][9][#].
This command will recall the last zone or group of zones that was bypassed. If the same group of zones are
bypassed regularly, the Recall feature can be used instead of bypassing the zones individually.
Bypass Disable:
The PC1 150 can be programmed by the installer to prevent certain zones from being bypassed. Lights for
these zones will not come ON in response to the bypass command. Refer to Section [16] Zone Bypass Mask.
1*1+[21: Display Trouble Conditions
The PC1 150 continuously monitors a number of trouble conditions. If one of these conditions occurs, the
keypad “System” light will come ON and the sounder will sound two short beeps every 10 seconds. To silence
the sounder, press the [#] Key; the sounder will be silenced but the “System” light will remain ON until the trouble
condition is cleared. Refer to Section [lo] Maintenance Alarms & Restorals for a list of trouble conditions that
can be reported to the monitoring station.
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To display trouble conditions, enter [*][2]. Trouble conditions are represented with the following lights:
Light
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
“Armed”
Low Battery. lfthe batteryisdisconnected, itsvoltageis loworthe batteryfuseisopen, atrouble
will be displayed and can be reported.
AC Failure. On loss of AC power, the “System” light will come ON but the keypad buzzer will
not sound. The keypad buzzer will sound if AC power remains off and the battery reaches a low
voltage. The delay before transmitting an AC Failure can be programmed from 1 to 99 minutes;
see Programming Section [17].
Fuse Failure - Siren or AUX Output. A trouble is displayed if the siren fuse is open. If the AUX
output fuse fails, it will not be displayed but will be reported if programmed to do so.
Unsuccessful Communication Attempt. If the digital communicator is cannot communicate
with the monitoring station after 8 attempts at each phone number, a trouble is generated. See
Section [25], Communication Variables. If a later attempt at communication is successful, the
trouble is cleared. The trouble can also be cleared by pressing the [#] Key to return to “ready”
from the Display Trouble Conditions mode.
Loss of Time on System Clock. When the PC1 150 is powered up or reset, its internal clock will
need to be reset to the correct time. This trouble is cleared after exiting the Display Trouble
Conditions mode or when the time is reset; refer to [*][6] User Function Commands for
instructions for setting the time. NOTE: A loss-of-time trouble will notbe generated if the Test
Transmission and Auto-Arm times are not programmed.
NOTE: If [9] is pressed while in the Display Trouble Conditions mode, the last set of trouble
conditions will be displayed on the zone lights. This “trouble memory” is useful as a diagnostic tool
when installing and servicing the PC1 150.
[*]+[3]: Display Alarm Memory
Alarms caused during the previous armed period are stored in memory. To display the zones that went into
alarm, enter [*][3]. The “System” light will FLASH and the alarms will be displayed on the flashing zone lights.
In addition to the last alarm memory, there are two history levels. After entering the memory mode, pressing any
key from [0] to [9] will display two levels of alarm history. Each time a key is pressed, the keypad will beep 1, 2 or
3 times to indicate which level of history is being viewed.
When the panel is armed and there are alarms in the first history level, the first level will be cleared and its alarms
moved to the second level. The second level events will be moved to the third level, and the existing third level
events will be deleted.
1[*]+[4]: Downloading Call-up Command
The [*][4] command is used to initiate a call to the downloading computer so that the panel can be accessed by
the computer. To be operational, this command must be enabled in the Section [14] Light 2. Sections [26], [27]
and [28] must be programmed with the downloading computer’s telephone number, the downloading access code
and the panel identification code. The [*][4] command can be programmed to require that an Access Code be
entered in order for the downloading call-up command to function: refer to Section [14] Light 4.
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f*]+fsl: User Programming Command
The [*][5] programming command allows the user to program Access Codes. The first Access Code is the
Master Code and the installer may program the panel so that the user not able to change the Master Code; refer
to Section [13]. The 6th code may be changed from a regular code to a One-Time Use code; refer to Section
[13] Light 5.
The One-Time Use code allows someone, such as maintenance personnel, to enter a code to disarm and then
later re-arm the system. After the code is used to arm the system, it is deleted and may not be used again. NOTE:
If the [*][O] Quick-Arm command is used to arm the system, the one-time use code will not be erased.
Programming Access Codes:
Enter [*][5][Master Code]. The “System” light will FLASH and the zone lights will indicate which Access Codes
have been programmed and which Access Code is presently being programmed:
Zone Light Access Code is...
OFF not programmed
ON steady programmed
Flashing presently being programmed
When the programming mode is entered, Zone Light 1 will be ON to indicate that the Master Code is programmed
with the factory default code. The Master Code may be changed here or in Section [21] if the installer chooses to
disable the user’s ability to change the Master Code. Note that Access Codes 5 and 6 are represented by the
“Ready” and “Armed” lights.
Changing or Adding a Code
To change Access Codes 1 to 6, enter the number of the code to be changed; the corresponding zone light will
begin to FLASH. Enter a new 4-digit Access Code; do not press [*] or [#] when entering the code. After the code
is entered, the keypad will beep 3 times and the zone light will stop flashing and remain ON. If you are changing
an existing code, the new code will replace the old one. If you wish to program another code, press the number
key for the code to be programmed and enter the new Qdigit code. Press the [#] Key to return to “ready”.
Erasing a Code
To erase a code, enter [*][5][Master Code]. Enter the number of the code to be erased: the zone light for the
code will FLASH. Enter [****I to erase the Access Code. NOTE: The Master Code cannot be erased. If
the Master Code is forgotten and the panel is left disarmed, program a new Master Code using the
[*][8][lnstaller’s Code][21] command, or use the Second Master Code to reprogram the Master Code.
EEPROM Reset
If all Access Codes are forgotten and the panel is armed, refer to Programming Section [30] for methods of
resetting the panel to the factory default program.
C*cJ+[63: User Function Command
The [*][6] User Function Command is used to set various system times and to enable or disable a number of system
features. When the command is entered, the “System” light will begin to FLASH.
Enter [*][G][Master Code][Number from list below]:
[l] Set System Clock (Enter HH:MM)
[2] Auto-Arming Time (Enter HH:MM)
[5] Auto-Arm Enable/Disable
Door Chime Enable/Disable
Siren Test Function
Installer’s Test (turn off after use)
(This function will turn off automatically on arming.)
Items [5], [6] and [0] turn ON and OFF various features. When a key is pressed and the feature is being turned ON,
the keypad sounder will beep 3 times. If the feature is being turned OFF, the keypad will sound one long beep.
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Setting the Clock
[*]+[G]i[Mas ter Code]+[ I]
The System Clock uses a 24-hour clock format. For example, 8:05 AM would be entered as 0805; 1:30 PM would
be entered as 1330.
If the system is without power (both AC and battery), it cannot continue to keep time. When the panel is powered
up, the system clock must be reset. If the time needs to be reset, the “Armed” light will come ON when
[*][2] is
entered to display trouble conditions.
Note that the loss-of-time trouble will not be generated if the Auto-Arm and
Test Transmission times are not programmed with valid times (programming 9999 for the Auto-Arm and Test
Transmission times will disable these features; see Section [19]).
Set Auto=Arm Time
[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[2]
Refer to Auto-Arm Enable/Disablefor instructionson enabling or disabling this feature. For Auto-Arming towork,
it must be enabled and a valid time must be programmed.
The PC1 150 can be programmed to arm at the same time each day. Before the system Auto-Arms, the siren
will sound one short burst every IO seconds for a one minute period if Section [32] Light 2 is OFF. If any key
is pressed during the one minute warning period, Auto-Arming will be cancelled; the system will attempt to Auto-
Arm at the same time the next day.
To set the Auto-Arm time, enter [*][G][Master Code][2]. Then enter the Auto-Arm time in the 24-hour format
(for example, 2:30 pm would be entered as 1430).
Auto-Arm Enable /Disable
[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[S]
NOTE: For UL installations, the Auto-Arm feature must always be disabled.
When this feature is enabled, the system will automatically arm at the same time each day. The time for Auto-Arming
may be programmed in Section [19] or set using the [*][G][Master Code][2] Set Auto Arm Time command.
When the feature is being enabled, the keypad will sound 3 quick beeps when [5] is pressed. When the feature
is being disabled, the keypad will sound a single long tone when [5] is pressed.
Door Chime Enable /Disable
[jlc]+[6]+[Master Code]+[G]
When this feature is enabled, the keypad will beep 5 times when any Delay or Instant zone is opened or closed;
the door chime will not operate with other zone definitions. Any Delay or Instant zones that are bypassed will not
chime. The door chime works only when the system is disarmed.
When the feature is being enabled, the keypad will sound 3 quick beeps when [6] is pressed. When the feature
is being disabled, the keypad will sound a single long tone when [6] is pressed.
Siren Test
[*]+[S]+[Master Code]+[8]
Entering this command will sound the siren and turn ON all the keypad lights for 2 seconds.
Installer% Test
[*]+[G]+[Master Code]+[O]
This feature allows system to be walk tested. When this command is entered, the siren will sound for 2 seconds
each time azone is activated. When performing awalk test, each zoneshould be tripped individually. Tocancel
the test mode, arm and then disarm the system.
NOTE: The communicator will transmit all alarms and restorals during the test mode. If this is not desired,
temporarily disable the communicator in Section [12], Light 1.
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Utility Output Command
[*I+[71 or [*]+p]+[Access Code]
The Programmable Output (PGM terminal) can be programmed to be activated by a keypad command. This output
can be used to operate devices such as door strikes or special lighting. Depending on the option chosen, the [ $][7]
commandmayormaynotrequireanAccessCodeto beentered. Whenthe[*][7]commandisentered,thesounder
and the PGM output will be activated for 5 seconds.
Installer% Programming Command
[*]+[8]+[lnstaller’s Code]
The PC1 150 is programmed from the keypad by using commands in the [*][8] section. These commands are
described in detail in the Programming Section of this manual. The default Installer’s Code is [1212].
Arming Without Entry Delay
[*]+[S]+[Access Code] ’
Entering [ *][9] before entering an Access Code will arm the panel and remove the Entry Delay from the delay zones.
All “Home-Away”zones will also be automatically bypassed. When armed using the [*][9] command, the “Armed”
light will FLASH to remind the user that the system is armed without the entry delay. This command allows the user
to remain at home and have an instant alarm on the entry doors.
Arming For The Night: [*]+[I J
When retiring for the night, the user may reactivate bypassed interior “Home-Away” zones by entering the [*][l]
command. When this command is entered, the “Armed” light will FLASH to remind the user that there is no entry
delay. The [*][l] command will not remove bypasses from zones that have been manually bypassed.
Quick-Exit: [*]+fOJ when Armed
NOTE: This feature must not be enabled on UL installations.
Entering [*][O] when the system is armed will allow the user to leave the premises through any delay zone
without altering the status of the system. This feature must be enabled for it to be operational; Quick-Exit may
be enabled at Section [32] Light 4.
After [*][O] is entered, only one armed delay zone may be opened within 2 minutes. Any additional openings,
or openings after the 2-minute delay will cause an alarm.
Keypad Zones
There are three zones which can be activated by pressing and holding two keys on the keypad. For these alarms
to be transmitted, the keypad zones must be enabled in Programming Section [09] Alarm and Restoral Codes.
Vl+[31
[4l+Pl
[*l+wl
WI
Press and hold [1]+[3] for 1 second to sound an alarm. A pulsed tone will sound, and the alarm will be
reported to the monitoring station if transmission is enabled. The keypad will sound a series of short beeps
once the panel has accepted the alarm.
Press and hold [4]+[6] for 1 second to generate a silent alarm alarm. The siren will not sound when this
function is activated. If programmed for transmission, the keypad will sound a series of short beeps upon
successful completion of the transmission to the monitoring station.
Press and hold [ *]+[#I for 1 second togeneratean alarm. This alarm may be programmed as either silent
or audible. When programmed as audible, the siren will sound a steady tone: refer to Section [12], Light
6. Keypad audible annunciation for this alarm is programmable in Section [14], Light 5, as “audible”
(3 beeps) or “silent” (no buzzer feedback). If programmed as “audible”, the buzzer will sound once
the key input is accepted.
If the PC1 150 is armed and Zone 1 is a Delay zone, Zone 1 can be opened without an alarm sounding
if the [#] Key is pressed and held before the zone is opened. This feature allows a door to be opened
without the system having to be disarmed. If Zone 1 is still open when the [#] Key is released, there
will be an instant alarm.
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PROGRAMMING GUIDE
With the panel disarmed, enter [*][8][lnstaller’s Code]. The default installer’s Code is 1212. The Installer’s
Code should be changed after the system is installed; refer to Section [20] Installer’s Code. Note that the panel
can only be programmed while it is disarmed.
When the Installer’s Programming Command is entered, the “System” light will FLASH to indicate that the panel
is ready for programming. NOTE: If no key entry is made for 2 minutes, the panel will return to the “ready” mode
and the Installer’s Programming Command will have to be entered again.
With the “System” light flashing, enter 2 digits for the Section you wish to program; Programming Sections range
from [Ol] to [33], and each section is programmed independently.
Once the 2 digits for the Section you wish to program are entered, the keypad will beep 3 times; the system
is now ready to accept data for the selected Section. Most sections contain groups of 2-digit numbers; the
keypad will beep twice after each 2-digit number is entered.
When a Section is entered, the Zone Lights will indicate the value of the first digit in the Section in binary format
(see Binary Data Display). To change the first digit, enter a new digit from the keypad. If you wish to keep the
first digit unchanged, enterthe same number. When the first digit has been entered, the Zone Lights will display
the value of the second digit.
When all data for the Section is completely entered, the keypad sounder will beep several times to indicate that
the expected data has been entered. When asection iscompletely programmed, enter the number of the next
Section that is to be programmed.
It is not necessaryto program all 2-digit numbers in any given Section. ASection can be entered and selectively
programmed by going only to the digits you wish to change. After your changes have been made, press the
[#] Key to return to the programming mode. You may then enter another Section for programming. For 2-digit
numbers, both digits must be programmed before pressing the [#] Key. Only the data entered before pressing
the [#] Key will be changed in the EEPROM.
Program Data Review:
l Enter the Installer’s Programming Command: [$][8][lnstaller’s Code]
l Enter the Section you wish to program by entering the 2-digit section number.
l The 4 Zone Lights will represent the value, in binary format, of the first digit in the section.
l At the end of the Section, the keypad will beep several times and then return to the program mode so that
another Section can be selected for review or programming.
Sections [IZ], [13], [f 41, [f 61, pi], [32j
These sections allow you to enable or disable various system functions. Refer to the Programming Worksheets
to see which features are represented by the Zone, “Ready” and “Armed” lights. If a feature is enabled, its Light
will be ON; if a feature is disabled, its Light will be OFF.
To enable or disable a feature, press a number from 1 to 6. If a feature is being enabled, its light will come ON:
if a feature is being disabled, its light will be shut OFF. All functions can be turned OFF at once by pressing
[O]. When all selections have been made, press [#] to save the changes and return to the program mode.
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Binary Data Display
Zone lights 1 through 4 are used to display the value of each digit of data in a binary format as shown here:
Value
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
HEX data entry
Refer to HEX Data Programming
I
I I
I Zone Light ON
0 Zone Light OFF
HEX Data Programming
Some programming sections require that data be entered in a HEX (hexadecimal, or base 16) format. HEX
numbering uses the digits 0 through 9 and the letters A through F.
The letters A through Fare represented by the number keys 1 through 6. To enter data in HEX format, first press
the [*] Key. The “Ready” light will FLASH. Enter the HEX value, then press the [*I Key again to return to the
normal data entry mode; the “Ready” light will stop flashing.
To enter HEX numbers:
A
Enter [*J[l][*]
B
Enter [*][2][*]
C
Enter [*][3][*]
D
Enter [*][4][*]
E
Enter [*][5][*]
F
Enter [*][6][*]
Enter [*] before and aftereach digit. The last digit in each section does not require the final asterisk (*) to
be entered.
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PROGRAMMING SECTIONS
[Of] 1st Phone Number
This is the first telephone number the Communicator will dial; refer to Section [25] Communicator Call Direction.
Enter the telephone number the same way it would be dialled it on a touch-tone phone. Press [#] after the last
digit to complete the telephone number programming.
A second dial tone search, as required in a PBX system, can be added by entering HEX ‘D’ between digits in
the phone number. To enter HEX ‘D’, press [*] [4] [*I.
A pause of 4 seconds can be inserted between digits in a telephone number. Enter [*] [3] [e] (HEX ‘C’) for
a 4-second pause between digits.
To dial “*“, enter [-3c] [2] [*I (HEX ‘B’).
The total number of digits, including dial tone searches and pauses, must not exceed 16.
1021 1st Account Code
The 1st Account Code is always transmitted to the 1st telephone number to identifythe customer. Enter a
4-digit number in Section [02]; HEX digits may be used in the Account Code.
Where a zero is required in the account code, enter HEX ‘A’ [*I [I] [*I.
If a 3-digit code is required, as in 3/l formats, enter [0] as the LAST digit. The [0] represents a null digit where
no pulses are transmitted.
1033 2nd Phone Number
This is thesecond telephone number to which the communicatorwill dial. Refer to Section [Ol] for programming
instructions.
[04] 2nd Account Code
The second account code is always transmitted to the 2nd telephone number. Refer to Section [02] for
programming instructions.
Reporting Code Sections [05] to CiO]
Sections [05] to [lo] contain the communicator reporting codes. A reporting code is transmitted along with the
account code with each transmission. If the reporting codes are not programmed, no transmission will be sent
when an event occurs. To prevent a transmission from being sent for any event in the following sections, leave
it unprogrammed or enter [00] as the reporting code.
Section [05] and [06] each have 6 reporting codes; Sections [07], [08] and [lo] each have 7 reporting codes,
while Section [09] has 8 reporting codes. When a section is entered, the system expects a series of 2-digit
numbers to be entered. The keypad will beep twice and the “Armed” light will FLASH after each 2-digit entry.
When the last 2-digit number for a section is entered, the keypad will beep several times, the “Ready” light will
be shut OFF and the “Armed” light will come ON. Another section may now be entered for programming.
1051 Zone Alarm Reporting Codes
When Section [05] is entered, the panel expects six 2-digit numbers for the Alarm Reporting Codes for zones
1 to 6. These codes are transmitted when there is an alarm on zones 1 through 6.
Described below are examples of reporting codes and the resulting transmissions using different communication
formats. Using different formats requires entering data in the Account Code Section [02] or [04], the Reporting
Code Sections [05] to [lo], and the Communicator Format Section [23].
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3/f format - Non-extencfed reporting
Requires:
l 3-digit account code in sections [02] or 1041. For example, enter 1230 for account code 123
l Format Code [0], [l], [2], [3], [4] depending on receiver type in section [23].
l Single line digit Alarm Reporting Code Section [05]. For example, enter [30] for single digit code 3 (0 = no pulses)
TRANSMISSION SENT: 123 3
4/2 Format - Non-extended reporting
Requires:
l 4-digit account code in sections [02] or [04]. For example, enter 1230 for account code 123
l Format Code [0], [l], [23, [3], [4] depending on receiver type in section [23].
l 2-digit Alarm Reporting Code in section [05]. For example, enter [31] for 2-digit code 31
TRANSMISSION SENT: 1234 31
3/l Format - Extended reporting
Requires:
l 3-digit Account Code in section [02] or [04]. For example, enter 1230 for code 123
0 Format Code [8], [9], [A], [B], [C] depending on receiver type in section [23]
l 2-digit Alarm Reporting Code in section [05]. For example, enter [31] for 2-digit code 31
TRANSMISSION SENT: 1 st ROUND 123 3
2nd ROUND 333 1
If a transmission is not needed for a particular reporting code, enter [00] or [FF] to disable that reporting code.
[06] Zone Restoral Reporting Codes
Zone Restoral Codes are transmitted when zones 1 through 6 are restored from an alarm condition. Refer to
Section [05] for programming instructions.
1071 Closing (Arming) Reporting Codes / Partial Closing Reporting Code
Closing Reporting Codes are transmitted to identify arming of the system by Access Codes 1 through 6. If Partial
Closing is identified in Section [14], the alarm codes for manually bypassed zones will be transmitted when the
system is armed with one or more zones bypassed. Refer to Section [05] for programming instructions. The
Closing Reporting Codes may be programmed as follows:
WI WI P31 K41 WI WI
The first digit, HEX ‘C’, represents “closing”, and the second digit represents the Access Code which was used
to arm the system. Note that any number or HEX digit may be used for the first digit; check with the intended
monitoring station to determine their reporting code preferences.
The Closing Code transmission takes place after the Exit Delay. If the system is armed and then disarmed before
the Exit Delay expires, no closing transmission will take place.
The partial closing code, if used, is transmitted with the regular closing code to identify a partial closing.
When the system has been armed using the [*][O] Quick-Arm command or the Auto-Arm feature,
Access Code 1 will be transmitted.
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[OS] Opening [Disamingj Reporting Codes /After Alarm Reporting Code
Opening Reporting Codes are transmitted to indicate disarming of the system by Access Codes 1 through 6.
When the system is disarmed by one of the Access Codes, the corresponding reporting code in this section
is transmitted.
Refer to Section 1071 for examples of reporting code programming.
If the After Alarm Code is programmed, that code will be transmitted when the system is disarmed if an alarm
occurred during the previous armed period. This feature allows the monitoring station to know when the user
is on the premises and available to receive a report about alarms that occurred while the system was armed.
fOgI Priority Alarms and Restorals
Priority Alarms and Restoral codes are transmitted to indicate various trouble and alarm conditions and their
restorals. Refer to Section [05] for programming instructions. The following events are reported by the codes
in Section [09]:
l [*]+[#I alarm l
[*]+[#I restore
l [1]+[3] alarm l [1]+[3] restore
l [4]+[6] alarm l [4]+[6] restore
Note that keypad alarms will only be transmitted if a reporting code is programmed in Section [09].
[f 01 Maintenance Alarms and Restorals
Maintenance Alarms and Restoral codes are transmitted to indicate various trouble conditions and their
restorals. Refer to Section [OSJ for programming instructions. The following events are reported by the codes
in Section [IO]:
l Low battery alarm l Low battery restore
l AC failure alarm l AC failure restore
l Fuse failure alarm l Fuse failure restore
l Automatic Test Code
The Automatic Test Code will not be transmitted if periodic downloading is selected in Section [14] Light 3. For
Automatic Test Code Reporting, the time between reports (in days) must be programmed in Section [17], and
the time of day for the report must be programmed in Section [19].
[l f] Zone Definitions
Enter six 2-digit numbers in this section to determine the operating characteristics of each zone.
Zone Definitions Digit 1
The first digit of each Zone Definition determines each zone’s audible alarm characteristics and response
speed. When programmed as “audible”, the siren will sound on alarm: when programmed as “silent”, the siren
will not sound on alarm.
Zone response times are factory set at 500 ms. When programmed as “fast”, the zone response time will be
10 ms. When programmed as “slow”, the zone response time will be 500 msor the value programmed at Section
[17] Light 5. Refer to Section [ 171 for information on programming the slow zone response time.
Zone Definitions Digit 1
[0] Slow/Audible
[1] Slow / Silent
[2] Fast I Audible
[3] Fast /Silent
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Zone Definitions Digit 2
Digit 2 determines the zone type as described below:
PI
PI
PI
131
r41
PI
PI
PI
Standard Delay: Entry and Exit Delays are normally used for Entry/Exit doors. The Exit Delay starts when
the system is armed; the zone may be opened and closed during the delay without causing an alarm. When
the Exit Delay expires, opening the zone will start the Entry Delay. During the Entry Delay, the keypad buzzer
will sound steadily to indicate that the system should be disarmed. If the system is disarmed before the
Entry Delay expires, no alarm will be generated.
Entry and Exit Delay times may be independently programmed for 1 to 99 seconds in Section [17]. The
default settings are 30 seconds for the Exit Delay, and 45 seconds for the Entry Delay.
Instant: Instant zones are normally used for door and window contacts. Instant zones have the standard
Exit Delay, but are “instant” when opened after the Exit Delay expires.
Interior: Interior zones are normally used with interior motion detectors and have the standard Exit Delay.
The zone will also have the standard Entry Delay provided that a Delay zone has been activated before the
Interior zone. If an Interior zone is activated before a Delay zone, an alarm will be generated.
interior Home-Away: Home-Away zones operate similarly to Interior zones, but with the following additional
feature: if the system is armed and aDelay zone is not activated during the Exit Delay time, the Interior Home-
Away zones will be automatically bypassed. This feature allows the system to be armed with the interior
zones automatically bypassed so that the user may remain on the premises.
Interior Home-Away zones can have the Entry Delay when Section [32] Light 3 is ON. When Light 3 is ON,
the Entry Delay will be applied to all Interior Home-Away zones when the system is armed and the Interior
zones are not bypassed. If the Interior Home-Away zones are automatically bypassed or are bypassed by
arming with the [$][9] command, the user may enter [*][I ] to make the Entry Delay apply to the Interior
Home-Away zones.
24-Hour Siren: 24-Hour Siren zones are active at all times and will sound an alarm even if the panel is
disarmed. 24-Hour Siren zones will always activate the siren output.
24 Hour Siren/Buzzer: These zones operate as 24-Hour Siren zones, except the siren output is activated
only when the panel is armed; only the keypad buzzer is activated while the panel is disarmed.
24 Hour Buzzer: These zones operate as 24-Hour Siren zones except that only the keypad buzzer will be
activated when the zone is activated.
Auxiliary Delay: Auxiliary Delay zones operate in the same manner as Standard Delay zones but with
different Entry and Exit Delays. The Auxiliary Delay times are programmed in Section [18].
The Auxiliary Delay zones are useful for entrances that may require a longer Entry or Exit Delay time: for
example, a zone protecting an overhead garage door may require a longer Entry Delay.
If Section [32] Light 5 is ON, the system may be armed even if the Auxiliary Delay zone is open. Also, the
system can be armed with the Auxiliary Delay zone closed and the zone can be opened before that Auxiliary
Exit Delay expires. In both cases, the Auxiliary Delay Zone will not be armed until both the Auxiliary Exit
Delay expires and the zone is closed.
Zone Definitions Digit 2
PI
VI
PI
[31
[41
Standard Delay [5] 24-Hour Siren/Buzzer
Instant [6] 24-Hour Buzzer
Interior m Auxiliary Delay
Interior/Home-Away
24-Hour Siren
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[12] 1st System Option Code
When Section [12] is entered, the 4 Zone Lights, “Ready” and “Armed” lights will indicate which options are
enabled. If a light is ON, that option is enabled; if a light is OFF, that option is disabled.
To enable or disable an option, press a number from [l] to [6]; [5] is used for the “Ready” light, and [6] is used
for the “Armed” light. If the light indicating the option was OFF, it will come ON; if the light indicating the option
was ON, it will go OFF. Press [0] to shut all lights OFF.
LIGHT
[II
ON =
. OFF =
El
ON =
l OFF =
[31
l ON =
OFF =
141
l ON =
OFF =
PI ON =
l OFF =
[Al
. ON =
OFF =
Communicator disabled
Communicator Enabled
Transmission per 24 hour period
Transmission per armed period
Alarm display while armed
No alarm display while armed
DTMF diallingm
Pulse dialling
N.C. zones (except fire zones)
End-of-line resistor zonesv
[*]+[#I audible
[*]+[#I silent
[R] = “Ready” light; [A] = “Armed” light
l Factory default settings
m DTMF dialling will default to pulse dialling after 2 unsuccessful DTMF dialling attempts.
v Must be programmed for UL installations.
[13] 2nd System Option Code
Refer to Section [12] for programming information.
LIGHT
[Al
l ON = Zone 4 N.O. without EOL
OFF = Zone 4 is normal
PI
ON = Master Code not user changeable
l OFF = Master Code user changeable
[31
ON = Siren squawk enabledm
l OFF = Siren squawk disabled
[41
ON = Not Used
. OFF =
Not Used
[RI
ON = 6th code is one-time use
l OFF = 6th code is normal Access Code
[Al
ON = 1400 Hz handshake for Radionics formats # 3,4, B and C
l OFF = 2300 Hz handshake for Radionics formats # 3,4, B and C
[R] = “Ready” light; [A] = “Armed” light
l Factory default settings
n With siren squawk enabled, the siren will sound one short burst on arming and two short bursts on disarming.
NOTE: When Auto-Arming is enabled, the siren will sound 1 short burst every 10 seconds for one minute before
the panel Auto-Arms unless ‘Siren During Auto-Arm” is disabled in Section [32] Light 2.
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