Dsc Pc155o User manual

Installation

Manual

PC155O

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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.

Software Version 4.1

DLS-1 V6.5 and later

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Features 2

Keypad Programmable ..................................................................... 2

EEPROM Memory .............................................................................. 2

Static/Lightning Protection ................................................................ 2

Supervision ........................................................................................ 2

Operation ........................................................................................... 2

Specifications 2

PC1550 Control Panel ........................................................................ 2

PC1500RK Keypad ............................................................................ 2

Installation 3

Mounting the Panel ............................................................................ 3

Mounting the Keypad ........................................................................ 3

Auxiliary Power Connection ............................................................... 3

PGM Terminal Connections ............................................................... 3

Bell/Siren Connection ........................................................................ 3

Keypad Wiring ................................................................................... 3

Fire Zone Wiring ................................................................................. 3

Burglary Zone Wiring ......................................................................... 3

AC Power Wiring ................................................................................ 3

Battery Connection ............................................................................ 3

Telephone Line Wiring ....................................................................... 3

Wiring Routing for Power & Non-Power Limited ............................... 3

Keypad Functions 3

Introduction ........................................................................................ 3

Master Code ...................................................................................... 3

2nd Master Code ............................................................................... 3

Installer’s Programming Code ........................................................... 3

Arming ................................................................................................ 3

Auto-Bypass/Home-Away Arming ..................................................... 4

Arming Without Entry Delay .............................................................. 4

Disarming ........................................................................................... 4

Zone Bypassing ................................................................................. 4

Trouble Conditions ............................................................................ 4

Alarm Memory .................................................................................... 4

Downloading Call-Up Command ...................................................... 4

User Programming Commands ......................................................... 5

EEPROM Reset .................................................................................. 5

User Function Commands ................................................................. 5

Utility Output Command .................................................................... 5

Installer’s Programming Command ................................................... 6

Arming without Entry Delay ............................................................... 6

Arming For The Night ........................................................................ 6

Quick-Exit Command ......................................................................... 6

Quick-Arm Command ........................................................................ 6

Keypad Zones ................................................................................... 6

Programming Guide 6

Introduction ........................................................................................ 6

Programming ..................................................................................... 6

Program Data Review ........................................................................ 6

Binary Data Display ........................................................................... 7

HEX Data Programming .................................................................... 7

Programming Sections 7

[00] Binary Programming .................................................................. 7

[01] 1st Phone Number ..................................................................... 7

[02] 1st Account Code ...................................................................... 7

[03] 2nd Phone Number .................................................................... 7

[04] 2nd Account Code ..................................................................... 7

[05] to [10] Reporting Codes ............................................................ 7

[05] Zone Alarm Reporting Codes .................................................... 7

[06] Zone Restoral Reporting Codes ................................................ 8

[07] Closing (Arm ing) Reporting Codes .......................................... 8

Partial Closing Reporting Code ......................................................... 8

[08] Opening (Disarming) Reporting ................................................ 8

Codes After Alarm Reporting Code .................................................. 8

[09] Priority Alarms and Restorals .................................................... 8

[10] Maintenance Alarms and Restorals ........................................... 8

[11] Zone Definitions ......................................................................... 8

[12] 1st System Option Code ............................................................ 9

[13] 2nd System Option Code .......................................................... 9

[14] 3rd System Option Code ........................................................... 9

[15] Communication Variables ........................................................ 10

[16] Zone Bypass Mask .................................................................. 10

[17] System Times ........................................................................... 10

[18] Auxiliary Delay Loop ................................................................ 10

Entry/Exit Times ............................................................................... 10

[19] System Clock Times ................................................................. 10

[20] New Installer’s Code ................................................................ 10

[21] New Master Code .................................................................... 10

[22] 2nd Master Code ..................................................................... 10

[23] Communication Formats .......................................................... 10

[24] Programmable Output Options ................................................ 11

PGM Terminal .................................................................................. 11

[25] Communicator Call Directions ................................................. 11

[26] Downloading Telephone Number ............................................ 11

[27] Downloading Access Code ..................................................... 12

[28] Panel Identification Code ......................................................... 12

[29] Number of Rings Before Answering ........................................ 12

[30] Reset to Factory Default .......................................................... 12

[31] 4th System Option Code .......................................................... 12

[32] 5th System Option Code .......................................................... 12

[33] Answering Machine Double Call Timer ................................... 12

[34] 6th System Option Code .......................................................... 12

[35] LINKS1000 Test Reporting Code ............................................ 12

[36] Keypad Lockout Control .......................................................... 13

[90] Installer’s Lockout Enable ........................................................ 13

[91] Installer’s Lockout Disable ....................................................... 13

Guidelines for Locating Smoke Detectors 13

For the Record 14

Programming Worksheets 15

PC1550 Control Panel Wiring Diagram 20

UL Listed Residential Installations Inside back cover

NOTES FOR UL INSTALLATIONS

This equipment is UL listed in accordance with standard UL1023

(Household Burglar - Alarm System Units), standard UL985 (Household

Fire Warning Units) and UL1635 (Digital Alarm Communicator 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 use

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

smoke detectors and battery to be used with this equipment.

2. If this system is configured for “Fire”, the installer should refer to

NFPA Standards #74 for details on locating smoke detectors. When

the "Fire" feature is enabled, there must be at least one UL recognized

indoor Fire Alarm Warning Signaling Appliance.

3. Maximum allowed entry time = 45 seconds

Maximum allowed exit time = 60 seconds

Minimum allowed bell cutoff time = 4 minutes

4. User bypass must be enabled so that a user code is required to

bypass zones.

5. The installer should caution the user to NOT give system information

to casual users. Eg. Codes, bypass methods, etc. to 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:

• Service organization name and telephone number

• The programmed exit time

• The programmed entry time

7. Remote programming must be disabled.

8. The Master Code should be changed from the factory default setting

and the new Master Code recorded in the User Manual.

9. To achieve 24 hour battery stand-by, the combined AUX and Alarm

Load shall not exceed 90mA and 600mA respectively. A 12V 7.0Ah

sealed lead-acid battery shall be employed.

Features

Keypad Programmable

The PC1550 is complete with a default program so that it is operational

with a minimum of programming. The control panel is completely

programmable from the keypad.

EEPROM Memory

The panel uses EEPROM memory which will retain all program

information even if AC and battery power are removed from the panel.

The EEPROM memory can be reprogrammed thousands of times.

Static/Lightning Protection

The PC1550 has been carefully designed and tested to provide reliable

protection against static and lightning induced transients. Our special

“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

• Low or disconnected battery

• Loss of AC power

• Loss of time on system clock

• Microprocessor “Watchdog” circuit

Operation

• Download / Upload capability

• Programmable auto downloading

• 60 sec bypass of zones on power up

• Swinger shutdown

• Transmission delay

• Six access codes

• “Master key” code

• Any one of the six zones may be programmed as a fire zone

• Temporal Fire Pattern

• Programmable test transmission

• Zone bypass from the keypad

• Six zones

• Bell / Siren zone

• Programmable output

• Three dedicated keys (Fire/Auxiliary/Panic)

• Backlighting

Specifications

PC1550 Control Panel

• Six fully programmable zones

- EOL resistor supervised option

- any one of the six zones may be programmed as a fire zone

- maximum zone loop resistance: 100 ohms

• Bell / Siren outputs: 1 amp

- steady for burglary

- pulsed for fire

• Programmable output: 300 mA

12 programmable options

• Auxiliary power output: 475 mA

• PC1500RK keypad, 3 maximum

• Sealed Battery 11 VDC, 4 Ah minimum

• Transformer: 16 VAC, 40 VA

• Panel dimensions:

- 10" high x 8" wide x 3" deep (254 x 208 x 76 mm)

- Surface mount

• Panel colour: light beige

PC1500RK Keypad

• Three keypad activated zones:

Fire, Auxiliary, Panic

• Backlit keys

• 5 system lights:

Ready, Armed, Memory , Bypass, Trouble

• 6 zone lights

• Keypad dimensions:

- 4.5" H × 4.5" W × 0.93" D (114 × 114 × 23.6 mm)

- Surface mount

• Keypad colour: mist

Installation

Mounting the Panel

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 retainer inside

the cabinet. Before attaching the cabinet to the wall, press the four

white nylon printed circuit board mounting studs into the cabinet from

the back. Once the cabinet is mounted to the wall, pull all the cables into

the cabinet and prepare them for connection. Use a meter to test the

wiring for opens, shorts and grounds. Press the circuit board onto the

white nylon mounting studs. Complete all wiring to the control panel

before applying AC power or connecting the battery.

NOTE: SeetheControl PanelWiringDiagramontheinsideback cover

for more information.

Mounting the Keypad

Keypads should be located close to the designated “Entry-Exit” door(s)

and mounted at a height convenient for all users.

NOTE: Complete all wiring to the control panel before applying AC

power or connecting the battery.

Auxiliary Power Connection

The auxiliary power supply can be used to power keypads, motion

detectors and other devices that require 11 VDC. See the Fire Zone Wiring

section for the connection of 4-wire smoke detectors. 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 475 mA.

Allow 35 mA for each PC1500RK keypad connected to the panel.

PGM Terminal Connections

The PGM terminal is a switched negative output which can be

controlled by various programming options (See Programming

Guide section [24]). Devices controlled by the PGM output must be

connected between the PGM terminal, which is (-) and the Aux. (+)

terminal.

Bell/Siren Connection

Observe polarity when connecting siren drivers, sirens and polarized bells.

For UL installations, when a bell or siren is used for fire signaling with

a pulsed cadence, it must be connected between the AUX+ and BELL-

terminals. To maintain bell circuit supervision, do not connect more

than one device to the BELL- terminal. A fire bell or siren used for this

application must be UL Listed and have a current consumption of

400mA or less (e.g. Wheelock MT-12/24-R).

For UL installations you must use a BSM-100 (Bell Supervision Module)

to supervise the Bell circuit.

The following connections of this module refer to BSM-100 Installation

Instructions P/N# 29003252.

Input Voltage:

13.85VDC

Current Standy:

20mA with Buzzer

Active: 70mA

Wire Routing for Power and Non-Power Limited

All wiring entry points are designated by the arrows. All circuits are

classified UL installation power limited except for the battery leads

which are not power limited.

A minimum ¼” (7mm) separation must be maintained at all points

between power limited and non-power limited wiring and connections.

NOTE:Wire entry for power limited wiring must be separated by a

different entry access from non-power limited wiring

Keypad Functions

Introduction

The PC1500RK remote keypad provides complete information and

control of the PC1550 control panel. The panel can be fully programmed

from the keypad. The 6 zone lights provide alarm and status indication

for the alarm circuits. Each zone can be programmed to be a burglary

zone or a fire zone.

Master Code

This code is used to arm and disarm the panel, to reset the bells after

an alarm, program up to 5 additional codes using [✱✱

✱✱

✱][5], and to enter

other user functions using [✱✱

✱✱

✱][6]. The panel default program allows the

user to change the Master Code. The panel can be programmed, by the

installer, so the user cannot change the Master Code. The default

Master Code is “1234”. See [13] 2nd System Option Code.

2nd Master Code

A second Master Code can be programmed. This code can be

changed by the installer only, and is useful where there are multiple

panels in a complex. The 2nd Master Code may be used as a “Master

Key”. The default 2nd Master Code is blank.

Installer’s Programming Code

The default Installer’s Programming Code is “1500”. Using this code

and [✱✱

✱✱

✱][8], the installer can gain access to the system to enter panel

program information. This code can be changed by the installer.

Arming

Before arming the panel, close all protected doors and windows and stop

movement in areas covered by motion detectors. If the “Trouble” light is

on, check for the type of trouble ([✱✱

✱✱

✱][2]) and correct the fault condition.

If the “Bypass” light is on, insure that the zones bypassed are bypassed

intentionally, ([✱✱

✱✱

✱][1]). 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, enter a 4 digit access code. As each digit is entered, the keypad

sounder will beep. When the correct 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 one

long tone. Press the [#] key and enter the access code again.

Once the panel has been armed, exit through the designated entry/exit

door before the exit delay time expires. At the end of the allowed exit

time, all lights on the keypad will go out except the “Armed” light. The

Keypad Wiring

Up to three keypads may be connected in parallel. Do not connect

multiple keypads on the same keypad wire run. For Standby Loading

purposes, use a current draw of 35 mA per keypad. This represents the

panel in the disarmed state with two zones open.

Fire Zone Wiring

Any one of the 6 zones may be programmed as a Fire Loop. See

Programming Guide section [11].

Z1 COM Z2

NO NC

END OF LINE

RESISTOR

1kΩ0.5W

END OF LINE

RESISTOR

1kΩ0.5W

EOL RESISTOR

LOOPS USING

NO & NC

DEVICES

EOL RESISTOR

LOOPS USING

NC DEVICES

ONLY

NOTE: For UL installations, zone inputs must beFor UL installations, zone inputs must be

For UL installations, zone inputs must beFor UL installations, zone inputs must be

For UL installations, zone inputs must be

terminated with normally closed initiating devicesterminated with normally closed initiating devices

terminated with normally closed initiating devices

or end of line resistors (1K Ohm).or end of line resistors (1K Ohm).

or end of line resistors (1K Ohm).

Smoke detectors should be the latching type and

have N.O. alarm initiating contacts. Power wiring

from the AUX + / PGM terminals should be

supervised using an RM-1 relay after the last

smoke detector. The RM-1 N.O. contacts (closed

with power applied) should be wired in series with

the alarm initiating end-of-line resistor so that

should power to the detector(s) fail, a fire loop

trouble will be initiated.

Burglary Zone Wiring

Burglary zone definition, (eg. Delay, Instant, 24 Hr. etc.) is programmed

via the keypad. See the Programming Guide, section [11].

AC Power Wiring

Complete all wiring to the control panel before connecting AC power or

the battery. Do not plug the transformer into an outlet that is controlled

by a switch.

Battery Connection

If the battery is reverse connected, the 3 A PTC will open. 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.

NOTE: The battery charging voltage must not be adjusted on UL-listed

systems.

If AC power is OFF and the battery voltage is approximately 9.5 V or

lower, the battery will be disconnected and the panel will power down.

To power up again, the AC will have to be re-established.

Telephone Line Wiring

NOTE: Ensurethatplugsandjacksmeet thedimension,toleranceand

metallic plating requirements of 47 C.F.R. Part 68, Subpart F.

WARNING

FCC restricts using this equipment on certain types of telephone lines.

Read FCC Compliance Statement at the end of this manual. Also, do not

use this equipment on a telephone line equipped with a “call holding”

feature, as the tone generated may interfere with the communicator

operations.

NOTE:Do notconnectthealarmpanelcommunicatortotelephonelines

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, resulting in incomplete transmissions.

AUX

LOAD

“Bypass”light will be ON if a zone is bypassed and if Show Bypassed

Status While Armed is programmed in section [31], zone light 4 ON.

See [17] System Times for instructions on changing the Exit Delay time.

Auto-Bypass/Home-Away Arming

Interior zones can be programmed as Home-Away zones (section

[11]). This means that when a correct access code is entered, and you

donot

exit the premises, the system will, at the end of the exit delay time,

arm with interior zones automatically bypassed if those interior zones

have been programmed as “Home-Away”zones. The “Bypass”light will

come ON. This is a convenience feature for the user who wishes to

remain at home with the system armed.

To reactivate the interior zones that have been automatically bypassed,

press [✱✱

✱✱

✱][1]. The “Bypass”light will go out. If the bypassed zones were

programmed as Home-Away with delay, the “Bypass”light will go out after

the delay. This command is a quick method of fully arming the system

before going to bed and is useful for the user who has a keypad outside

areas protected by interior zones.

Arming Without Entry Delay

To eliminate the Entry Delay, arm the system using [✱✱

✱✱

✱][9] [ access

code]. An exit may be made as in normal arming. The system will arm

as described above 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 without the entry delay.

Disarming

Enter the premises through the designated entry-exit door. The keypad

sounder will be on as a reminder to disarm the system. Go to the keypad

and enter a valid access code. If an error is made entering the code,

press [#] and enter the correct code. The “Armed”light will go out and

the sounder will stop. The correct access code must be entered before

the entry time expires or the panel will go into alarm. To change the

entry time see section [17] System Times.

If an alarm occurred while the panel was armed, upon disarming the

“Memory”light and the zone light(s) of the zone(s) that caused the

alarm will flash for two minutes. Pressing [#] will stop the flashing,

extinguish the zone light(s) and return the panel to the ready mode. The

“Memory”light will stay on steady to indicate that an alarm did occur

during the last armed period. To view the zone(s) that caused the

alarm, see Alarm Memory Display [✱✱

✱✱

✱][3].

Zone Bypassing

[✱]+[1]

A bypassed zone will not be armed and will not sound an alarm. Use

zone bypassing when access is needed to part of a protected area or

if damage to contacts or wiring cannot be repaired immediately. The

panel can be armed with one or more zones bypassed even if the

zone(s) are open. The “Ready”light will be ON and the “Bypass”light

will be ON if a zone is bypassed. A fire zone cannot

be bypassed.

Zone bypasses are automatically cancelled when the panel is disarmed.

NOTE: Any zone defined as 24 Hour Bell, 24 Hour Bell/Buzzer, or 24

Hour Buzzer can not be bypassed while that zone is violated. To

bypass a 24 Hour zone, the zone must be physically restored.

To Bypass Zones:

Enter [✱✱

✱✱

✱][1] - the “Bypass”light will start flashing.

Enter [zone number to be bypassed]; the zone light will come ON to

indicate that the zone is bypassed. To remove a bypass, enter the zone

number and the zone light will go OFF. Continue entering the zone

numbers for the zones you want 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 were bypassed.

This feature is useful if the same group of zones is bypassed regularly.

Bypass Disable:

The installer can program the panel to prevent the user from being able to

bypass certain zones. Lights for these zones will not come ON in response

to the bypass command. See Zone Bypass Mask (section [16]).

Trouble Conditions

[✱]+[2]

The PC1550 continuously monitors a number of trouble conditions. If

one of these conditions occurs, the keypad “Trouble”light will come ON

and the buzzer will sound two short beeps every 10 seconds. To silence

the buzzer, press [#]. The buzzer will stop but the “Trouble”light will

remain ON until the trouble condition is cleared. See section [10]

Maintenance Alarms and Restorals for a list of codes that can be

transmitted to the monitoring station.

To view the trouble condition, press [✱✱

✱✱

✱][2].

1.LowBattery.If the battery voltage is low, the battery is disconnected

or the battery PTC is open, a trouble will be displayed and can be

reported.

2. AC Failure. On loss of AC power, the “Trouble”light will come ON

immediately, 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 AC Fail can be

programmed from 1 to 255 minutes. See Programming Section [17].

3. PTC Failure - Bell / Siren or AUX Output. A trouble is displayed if

the Bell / Siren PTC is open. If the AUX output PTC fails, it will not be

displayed but will be transmitted if programmed to do so.

4.UnsuccessfulCommunicationAttemptIf the digital communicator

is unsuccessful at communicating with the monitoring station after

8 attempts at each phone number that is tried, a trouble is generated.

See section [15], Communication Variables. If a later attempt at

communication is successful, the trouble is cleared. The trouble can

also be cleared by pressing [#] to exit from the trouble view mode.

5.FireAlarmCircuitTroubleAn open circuit on the zone programmed

as a fire loop will initiate a trouble. See Zone Definitions section [11].

6.Loss of TimeonSystem Clock When the PC1550 is powered up or

reset, the internal time of day clock needs to be reset to the correct

time. The trouble will be cleared after entering the trouble view mode

and pressing [#] to exit. The trouble will also be cleared on any

attempt to set the time of day. See [✱✱

✱✱

✱][6] User Function Command

for setting the clock. Press [#] to return to Ready. NOTE: A trouble

will not be generated if both the test transmission and Auto-Arm

times are not programmed with valid times.

NOTE:

If [9] is pressed while in the trouble display mode, the most

recent trouble will be displayed on the zone lights. This trouble memory

is most useful as a diagnostic tool when installing and servicing the

PC1550. Press [#] to return to “Ready”.

Alarm Memory

[✱✱

✱✱

✱]+[3]

Alarms caused during the previous armed period are stored in memory.

To view these alarms, press [✱] [3]. The “Memory”light will flash and

the alarm(s) 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 [0] to [9] will display the

two other 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 if there is an alarm in the 1st level, the

1st level is cleared and the contents moved to the 2nd level. The 2nd

level contents are moved to the 3rd level and the 3rd level contents are

discarded. The “Memory”light will be ON only if there was an alarm

during the previous armed period. Press [#] to return to Ready.

Downloading Call-Up Command

[✱✱

✱✱

✱]+[4]

This command is used to initiate a call to the downloading computer so

that the panel can be accessed by the computer. This command must

be enabled in section [14], option [ 2]. Sections [26], [27] and [28] must

[1] Setting the Clock

The System Clock is a 24 Hr. clock and times must be entered as 2-digit

numbers.

e.g. HH - 01, 02, .... 10, 11, .... 23, 24

MM - 01, 02, .... 35, 36, .... 58, 59

8:05 AM would be entered as 0805

1:30 PM would be entered as 1330

Setting the system 24 Hr. clock tells the system the time of day. If the

system is without power, (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, then a trouble #6 will be indicated on the

keypad. (See [✱][2] System Trouble Display). Trouble #6 will not be

generated if the Test Transmission and Auto-Arm times are not

programmed with valid times. (9999 in these positions disables these

features - see Section [19]).

[2] Set Auto-Arm Time

The PC1550 can be programmed to arm at the same time each day. At

the selected Auto-Arm time, the bell will sound one short burst every 10

seconds for a one minute period if section [32] option [2] is off. The

keypad will also sound for one minute. If any key is pressed during the

1 minute warning period, Auto-Arming will be aborted. Auto-Arming will

be attempted at the same time the next day. To set the Auto-Arm time,

enter [✱✱

✱✱

✱][6][Master Code][2] then enter the hours and minutes as

described at the beginning of this section. This feature must also be

enabled (see item [5] below).

[3] For Future Use

[4] Quick-Arm

Pressing [4] while in the User Function Command mode will Enable (3

beeps) or Disable (one long beep) the Quick-Arm feature. With this feature

enabled, the panel can be armed by simply entering [✱][0].

[5] Auto-Arm

With this feature enabled, the panel will automatically arm at the same

time each day. The time is set in section [19] or [✱][6][Master Code][2].

[6] Door Chime

With this feature enabled, the keypad will beep 5 times when any zone

defined as delay, instant or auxiliary delay opens or closes. The Door

Chime feature does not operate on other zone definitions. Zone Bypass

may be used to eliminate beeping on zones where it is not wanted. The

Door Chime feature functions only while the panel is in the Disarmed

mode.

[8] Bell Test

Pressing [8] while in the User Function Command mode will sound the

bell/siren, the keypad sounder and turn on all the keypad lights for 2

seconds.

[9] For Future Use

[0] Installer’s Test

This feature facilitates final testing of the system and when enabled, the

bell/siren will operate for 2 seconds each time a zone is put into alarm.

Each zone should be tripped individually to avoid confusion about

which zone originates the alarm. To exit the Installer’s Test mode, arm

then disarm the panel.

NOTE:

The communicator will transmit all alarms and restorals. Disable

the communicator if this is not desired (section [12], option [1]).

Utility Output Command

[✱]+[7] or [✱]+[7]+[Access Code]

The Programmable Output (PGM terminal) can be programmed for

activation by a keypad command. This output can be used to operate

other devices such as door openers, special lighting, door strikes or to

reset smoke detectors. (Section [24], item 2, 3 or 4.) Depending on the

option chosen, the [✱][7] command may or may not require a subsequent

access code.

When the correct command is entered, the keypad sounder and the

PGM output will operate for 5 seconds.

be programmed with the downloading computer’s telephone number,

the downloading access code and the panel identification code.

NOTE: [✱][4] command can be programmed to require an access

code (e.g. [✱][4][access code]) in section [14], option [4].

User Programming Commands

[✱✱

✱✱

✱]+[5]

Pressing [✱][5] allows the user to program access codes 2 through 6.

The 1st access code is the Master Code, which the installer may

choose not to allow the user to program (Section [13] Option [2]). The

6th code may be changed from a regular code into a “one-time”use or

“Maid’s Code”. See section [13] option [5].

NOTE:

The One-time Use code is only cleared when it is used to arm.

If the Quick-Arm command [✱✱

✱✱

✱][0] is used to arm, the “one-time”code

will not be erased.

Programming Access Codes:

Enter [✱✱

✱✱

✱][5][Master Code] to enter the access code programming mode.

The “Memory”, “Bypass”and “Trouble”lights will begin to flash. The zone

lights are used to indicate the program status of the 6 access codes.

Zone Light Access Code Status

OFF Code not programmed

Steady Code programmed

Flashing Code being programmed

Upon entering this programming mode, the 1st zone light will be ON to

indicate that the Master Code is programmed with the Factory Default

Code (“1234”). The Master Code may be changed here if the user has

been enabled to change the master code, or in section [21] by the installer.

Changing or Adding a Code

To change access codes 1 to 6, press the corresponding key (1 to 6). The

corresponding zone light will begin to flash. Enter the new four digit

number. Do not use the [✱] key or [#] key when entering the four digit

number. After the four digits are entered, the keypad will beep 3 times and

the zone light will come on steady. 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

4-digit code. Press [#] to exit.

Erasing a Code

To erase a code, enter [✱][5][Master Code]. Press the key of the code

you wish to erase. The zone light for that code number will flash. Enter

[✱✱✱✱].

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][Installer’s Code][21] command or use the 2nd Master

Code to reprogram the Master Code.

EEPROM Reset

If the Master Code is forgotten and the panel is armed, see Programming

Section [30] for the hardware method of resetting the panel to the

factory default condition. A software reset to factory defaults cannot be

performed if the panel is armed. Reset is not necessary if the 2nd

Master Code is programmed.

User Function Commands

[✱]+[6]+[Master Code]

This function is used to set the System Clock time and to set the Auto-

Arm time as well as toggle a number of system functions. As soon as

the command is entered, the “Memory, “Bypass”and “Trouble ”lights

begin to flash.

Enter [✱][6][Master Code][Number from list below].

Items [4], [5], [6] and [0] turn ON and OFF various features. When the

item 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

sounder will give one long beep. Pressing item [8] gives a 2-second

Bell / Siren and Keypad Light and Buzzer test.

Installer’s Programming Command

[✱]+[8]+[Installer’s Code]

The PC1550 is completely programmed from the keypad by using

commands in the [✱][8] section. See the Programming Section of this

manual. The default Installer’s Code is [1500].

Arming without Entry Delay

[✱]+[9]+[Access Code]

Entering [✱][9] before the arming code will arm the panel without the

entry delay on delay zones. Also “Home-Away”zones are automatically

bypassed. When armed using the [✱][9] command, the “Armed”light

will flash to remind the user that the system is armed without entry

delay. This command allows the user to remain at home and have an

instant alarm on the entry doors.

Arming For The Night

[✱]+[1]

To reactivate “Home-Away”zones that have been bypassed by arming

with the [✱][9] command, enter [✱][1]. When this command is entered,

the “Armed”light will continue to flash to remind the user that the Entry

Delay is not applied to the Delay Zones. Also, the “Bypass”light will be

shut OFF to indicate that the Home-Away zones are no longer bypassed.

Note that the [✱][1] command will not remove bypasses from zones

that have been manually bypassed.

Quick-Exit Command

[✱]+[0] when Armed

Entering [✱][0] when the system is armed will allow the user to exit the

premises through any delay zone without altering the status of the

system if the Quick-Exit feature is enabled (section [32], option [4]). For

2 minutes after [✱][0] is entered into an armed system, one and only

one delay loop may be tripped. Any additional activity on any other

active loop will cause that loop to begin its alarm sequence.

Quick-Arm Command

[✱]+[0]

Entering [✱][0] is accepted as a valid arming code if the Quick-Arm

feature is enabled. This command is often used when individuals are

required to arm the system but not disarm the system. This could be

used with home visitors in the case of a residential alarm system or for

junior employees and maintenance staff in the case of commercial

systems. See [✱][6] User Functions Command section, for enabling

and disabling the Quick-Arm feature.

Keypad Zones

[F] - [A] - [P]

There are three zones which can be activated with single key entries on

the keypad. For the [F], [A] and [P] keys to be functional for transmission,

they must be enabled by the installer in Alarm and Restoral Codes,

section [09].

[F]ire Key Pressing the [F] key and holding it for 1 second will initiate

a local alarm which will sound using the Temporal Fire Pattern or will

pulse the bell. Also if programmed, it will transmit the alarm to the

monitoring station. The keypad will sound a series of short beeps once

the panel has accepted the alarm.

[A]uxiliary Key Pressing the [A] key and holding it for 1 second will, if

programmed, transmit an Auxiliary alarm to the monitoring station.

There is no local alarm and no keypad lights will come ON when this key

function is activated. The keypad will sound a series of short beeps

upon successful completion of the transmission to the monitoring

station.

[P]anic Key Pressing the [P] key and holding it for 1 second will, if

programmed, send a transmission to the monitoring station. The alarm

signal can be programmed to be

audible

silent.

See Programming

Section [12], option [6]. If programmed as

audible,

the local bell / siren

will sound steadily.

Keypad audible annunciation for the [P] key is programmable, Section

[14], option[5], for feedback (3 beeps) or silent (no buzzer feedback).

If programmed for

audible,

the buzzer will sound once the key input

is accepted.

Programming Guide

Introduction

The essential information which defines the operation of the control

panel is stored in a section of the EEPROM memory which is

accessible using the Installer’s Programming code or via downloading.

If the Installer’s code is forgotten, the EEPROM may be reset to the

factory default code. See Section [30], Reset to Factory Default.

Programming

With the panel in the disarmed mode, enter [✱][8][1500]. The panel can

only be programmed while it is in disarmed mode. The default installer’s

code is 1500; it can be changed in section [20], New Installer’s Code.

Once the installer’s command is entered, the “Armed”light will come ON

steadily and the “Memory“, “Bypass”and “Trouble”lights will flash. This

indicates 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 installers programming will have to be re-entered.

With the “Armed”light ON steadily, enter 2 digits for the section you wish

to program. Section numbers range from [01] to [36], and each section

can be programmed independently. Section [00] is reserved for binary

programming which is normally done on instruction from factory technical

personnel.

Once the 2 digits for the section you wish to program are entered, the

“Armed”light will go OFF, the “Ready”light will go ON steadily, and the

keypad sounder will beep 3 times. The keypad is now ready to accept

data for the selected section.

Most sections contain groups of 2-digit entries and the keypad buzzer

will beep twice after each 2-digit group is entered. When the section is

first entered, the first 4 zone lights will indicate, in a binary format, the

value of the first digit in that section (see binary display section on this

page). If you wish to change that digit, simply enter the new digit from the

keypad. If you wish to keep that digit unchanged, you can enter the same

number or skip the digit by pressing the [F] key. Once the first digit has

been entered or skipped, the 4 zone lights will display the value of the

second digit. After each digit is entered or skipped, the zone lights show

the value of the next digit in the binary format.

When the required data for the section being programmed is completely

entered, the keypad sounder will beep several times and the “Armed”light

will come ON to indicate that the expected data has been entered. At this

point, you will still be in the program mode and need only enter the section

number for the next section you wish to program.

It is not necessary to program all 2-digit pairs in any given section. A

section can be entered and selectively programmed by going only to the

digit(s) you wish to change and then pressing [#] to return to the

programming mode. For 2-digit pairs, both digits must be programmed

before pressing [#]. Only the data entered before pressing [#] will be

changed in the EEPROM.

Program Data Review

•Enter the section you wish to program by entering the 2-digit

section number.

•The first 4 zone LEDs will represent the value, in binary format, of

the first digit in that section.

•Each press of the [F] key will advance the display to the next digit.

•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.

NOTE: Only sections [01] through [24] and [26] through [28] can be

reviewed using the method described above. Section [25] cannot be

reviewed.

Sections [12], [13], [14], [16], [31], [32], [34]

These sections use the zone lights to indicate which functions are

active and which number key to press to turn them ON and OFF. When

one of these sections is entered, zone lights 1 to 6 will display which

functions are currently ON. Pressing the key number corresponding to

the zone light number will toggle the function ON and OFF; the zone

light will turn ON or OFF to indicate the state of the function. All functions

can be turned OFF at once by pressing [0]. When the correct selections

have been made, press [#] to save the selections in memory and return

to the program mode.

Binary Data Display

Zone lights 1 through 4 are used to display the value, in binary format,

of the data as shown in the table below.

HEX Data Programming

Certain programming entries may require the entry of data in HEX

(hexadecimal, or base 16) format. HEX numbering uses the digits 0

through 9 and the letters A through F.

The letters A through F are represented by the number keys 1 through

6. To enter data in HEX format, first press [✱]. The “Ready”light will

flash. Enter the HEX value, then press [✱] again to return to the normal

entry mode. The “Ready”light will stop flashing.

To enter HEX numbers:

A➤Enter [✱][1][✱]D➤Enter [✱][4][✱]

B➤Enter [✱][2][✱]E➤Enter [✱][5][✱]

C➤Enter [✱][3][✱]F➤Enter [✱][6][✱]

Enter [✱] beforeand aftereach digit. The last digit in each section does

not require the final asterisk ([✱]) to be entered.

Programming Sections

[00] Binary Programming

This section is normally used upon instruction from factory technical

personnel for specialized programming not covered by the standard

programming instructions.

[01] 1st Phone Number

This is the first telephone number the Communicator will dial. See

Section [25], Communicator Call Direction.

After entering section [01] for programming, enter the telephone

number the same way you would dial 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 programming a HEX ‘D’between the digits in the phone number

where it is required. To enter a HEX ‘D’, press [✱] [4] [✱].

Instead of a dial tone search, a pause of 4 seconds can be inserted

between digits in a telephone number.

Enter [✱, 2, ✱] to dial a ‘✱’(HEX ‘B’)

Enter [✱, 3, ✱] for a 4-second pause (HEX ‘C’)

The total number of digits, including dial tone searches and pauses,

must not exceed 16. Remember, press [#] to complete entry of the

telephone number. When complete, enter two digits to program another

section.

[02] 1st Account Code

The 1st Account Code is always transmitted to the 1st telephone number

to identify the customer. Enter a 4-digit number. If the HEX digits ‘A’to ‘F’

are required, remember to enter [✱] before and after the digit entry.

Where a zero is required in the account code, enter HEX ‘A’(✱, 1, ✱)

to transmit 10 pulses which will be interpreted as a zero by the

monitoring station receiver.

If a 3-digit code is required, as in 3/1 formats, enter [0] as the LAST

digit. The [0] represents a null digit where no pulses are transmitted.

[03] 2nd Phone Number

This is the second telephone number to which the communicator will

dial. See [01] for programming instructions.

[04] 2nd Account Code

The second account code is always transmitted to the 2nd telephone

number. See [02] for programming instructions.

[05] to [10] Reporting Codes

These sections are used to program 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 takes place (i.e. alarm, restoral,

opening / closing, trouble, etc.). 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 [10] each have 7 reporting codes, while section [09] has 8

reporting codes. Once a section is entered, the system expects a

series of 2-digit numbers to be entered. The keypad beeps twice and

the “Armed”light flashes after each 2-digit entry. After the last 2-digit

number is entered, programming of the current section is complete.

The keypad gives a series of beeps, the “Ready”light goes OFF and

the “Armed”light comes ON. The keypad is then ready to accept the

next 2-digit section number for programming.

When changing reporting codes in a section, you can scroll to the code

you wish to change by pressing the [F] key. Only codes actually

changed will be altered in the EEPROM. Press [#] to exit from the

programming sequence.

[05] Zone Alarm Reporting Codes

Once Section [05] is entered, the panel expects 6 2-digit numbers for

the Alarm Reporting Codes for zones 1 to 6. These codes are used by

the communicator when there has been an alarm on zones 1 to 6.

Listed below are several programming examples and the resulting

transmission using different formats for the reporting codes. Obtaining

different formats requires entering data in the Account Code Section

[02] or [04], the Reporting Code Sections [05] to [10], and the

Communicator Format Section [23].

3/1 FORMAT - Non-extended reporting requires:

•3-digit account code in sections [02] or [04].

i.e. Enter 1230 for account code 123

•Format Code [0], [1], [2], [3], [4] depending on

receiver type in section [23].

•Single line digit Alarm Reporting Code Section [05]

i.e. Enter [30] for single digit code 3 (0 = no pulses)

TRANSMISSION SENT: 123 3

4/2 FORMAT - Non-extended reporting requires:

•4-digit account code in sections [02] or [04].

i.e. Enter 1234 for account code 1234

•Format Code [0], [1], [2], [3], [4] depending on

receiver type in section [23].

•2-digit Alarm Reporting Code in section [05]

i.e. Enter [31] for 2-digit code 31

TRANSMISSION SENT: 1234 31

3/1 FORMAT - Extended reporting requires:

•3-digit Account Code in section [02] or [04]

i.e. Enter 1230 for code 123

•Format Code [8], [9], [A], [B], [C] depending on

receiver type in section [23]

•2-digit Alarm Reporting Code in section [05]

i.e. Enter [31] for 2-digit code 31

TRANSMISSION SENT: 1st ROUND 123 3

2nd ROUND 333 1

Value

Zone 1

Zone 2

Zone 3

Zone 4

Light On

Light Off

* See Hex Data Entry instructions

Hex Data Entry*

If a transmission is not wanted for a particular reporting code, then

enter ‘00’or ‘FF’to disable that reporting code.

[06] Zone Restoral Reporting Codes

These reporting codes are used by the communicator to transmit zone

restorals for zones 1 through 6. Use instructions in section [05] above

as a guide for programming.

[07] Closing (Arming) Reporting Codes Partial

Closing Reporting Code

Reporting codes 1 to 6 are used to identify closings for access codes

1 to 6. If partial closing is identified in section [14], then alarm codes

for manually bypassed zones will be transmitted when the system is

closed with one or more zones bypassed.

When transmitting in 4/2, 3/1 or any other of the extended formats, see

section [05] above. The 6 closing codes are programmed as follows:

[C1], [C2], [C3], [C4], [C5], [C6]

Where the first digit HEX ‘C’represents a closing signal and the second

digit represents the user access code which was used to arm the

system (HEX ’C’could be any other number depending on what is used

at the monitoring station).

The closing code transmission takes place after the exit delay time.

Therefore, if the system is armed and disarmed before the expiry of the

exit time, no closing transmission will take place.

The partial closing code, if used, is transmitted in tandem with the

regular closing code to identify the closing as a partial closing.

When the system has been armed using the Quick-Arm command

[✱][0] or using the Auto-Arm feature, access code #1 will be transmitted.

[08] Opening (Disarming) Reporting Codes After

Alarm Reporting Code

The first 6 reporting codes correspond to the 6 user access codes.

When the system is disarmed using one of the access codes, the

corresponding reporting code in this section is transmitted. See

section [07] above for examples of reporting code programming.

If the After Alarm Code is programmed, that code will be transmitted to

the monitoring station on opening if an alarm occurred during previous

armed period. This feature is useful for installations where openings

and closings are not reported normally, but it is desired to have a report

to the monitoring station on opening if an alarm did occur 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 while the system was closed.

[09] Priority Alarms and Restorals

These reporting codes are used by the communicator to transmit the

following list of troubles, alarms and restorals. See section [05] as a

guide for programming.

•Fire loop trouble. •Fire loop trouble restore.

•Keypad [P]anic alarm. •Keypad [P]anic restore.

•Keypad [F]ire alarm. •Keypad [F]ire restore.

•Keypad [A]uxiliary alarm. •Keypad [A]uxiliary restore.

Transmission for operation of the [F], [A] and [P] keys will only take

place if the appropriate sections in [09] are programmed with a

reporting code.

[10] Maintenance Alarms and Restorals

These reporting codes are used by the communicator to transmit the

following list of alarms and restorals. See section [05] as a guide to

programming.

•Low battery alarm. •Low battery restore.

•AC failure alarm. •AC failure restore.

•PTC failure alarm. •PTC failure restore.

•Automatic Test Code

Test code is not transmitted if periodic downloading is selected,

section [14], light 3. For Automatic Test Code Reporting, the time

between reports (in days) must be entered in section [17] and the time

of day for the report must be entered in section [19].

NOTE: ForULinstallations,eitherACfailureorbatterytroublereporting

must be enabled.

[11] Zone Definitions

As in the reporting codes sections, once this section is entered, 6 2-

digit numbers are required. Each 2-digit number entered defines how

a zone will operate.

Zone Definitions Digit #1

The first digit determines whether the zone will cause a silent alarm or

an audible alarm and whether the zone response will be fast or slow.

Loop response time can be programmed in section [17] and can be set

from 10ms to 2550ms The factory default loop response time is 500 ms.

If set at fast, the loop response time is 10 ms, and if set at slow, the loop

response time is 500 ms or whatever time is set in section [17].

Digit # 1 Summary

[0] = slow & audible

[1] = slow & silent

[2] = fast & audible

[3] = fast & silent

Zone Definitions Digit #2

Digit #2 determines the zone type, [0] through [8], as described below.

[0] Standard Delay Loop has an entry and exit delay and is normally

used for entry/exit doors. The exit delay starts as soon as the panel

is armed. The loop may be opened and closed during the delay time

without causing an alarm. After the exit delay time has expired,

opening the loop will start the entry delay timer. During the entry

delay time, the keypad buzzer will sound steadily to advise the user

that the system should be disarmed. If the panel is disarmed before

the entry time expires, no alarm will be generated.

The default times for this type of loop are a 30 second entry delay

and a 120 second exit delay. The entry and exit delays may be

independently programmed in section [17] for periods from 001

second to 255 seconds. All loops programmed as type [0] will have

the entry and exit delays as programmed in section [17] or the

default times if section [17] is not programmed.

[1] Instant Loop is normally used for door and window contacts and

has the standard exit delay but is instant when opened after the exit

delay expires. The exit delay will be the default time of 120 seconds

or the time as established in programming section [17].

[2] InteriorLoopis normally used with interior motion detectors and has

the standard exit delay time. The loop also has the standard entry

delay time provided that a delay loop has been tripped first. If the

premises are entered without coming through a “delay”entrance,

and a type [2] loop is tripped, an immediate alarm will be generated.

[3] Interior Home-Away Loop operates the same as the type [2] loop

with the following exception. If the system is armed and the delay

loop is NOT tripped during the exit delay time, the type [3] loop will

be bypassed. Instead of the interior portion of an interior Home-

Away loop, a Home-Away loop can have a delay equal to the

standard entry and exit delay when section [32], light 3 is ON. This

will affect all Home-Away zones when they are not bypassed by

[✱][1][✱][9] arming, or by arming and not leaving the premises. If

Home-Away zones are automatically bypassed or [✱][9] arming

bypassed and the user then enters [✱][1], the Home-Aways will

then have a delay.

[4] 24 Hour Bell Loop is active at all times and will create an alarm if

the panel is armed or disarmed. This loop will always activate the

bell/siren output, unless programmed as silent in digit #1 of the

zone definition.

[5] 24 Hour Bell/Buzzer operates as the type [4] except the bell/siren

output is activated only when the panel is armed and only the

keypad buzzer is activated while the panel is disarmed.

[6] 24HourBuzzeroperates as the type [4] except only the buzzer will

be activated in the armed or disarmed mode.

ZONE

LIGHT

[1] ON = Communicator disabled

•OFF = Communicator Enabled

[2] ON = Transmission per 24 hour period

•OFF = Transmission per armed period

[3] •ON = Alarm display while armed

OFF = No alarm display while armed

[4] •ON = DTMF dialling*

OFF = Pulse dialling

[5] ON = N.C. loops (except fire loops)

•OFF = End-of-line resistor loops

[6] •ON = Keypad [P]anic audible

OFF = Keypad [P]anic silent

•Factory default settings

*DTMF dialling will default to pulse dialling after 2

unsuccessful DTMF dialling attempts.

[13] 2nd System Option Code

Use the same method of programming as section [12].

ZONE

LIGHT

[1] •ON = Call 1st phone number only

OFF = Call 1st phone number with back-up to

2nd phone number

[2] ON = Master Code not user changeable

•OFF = Master Code user changeable

[3] ON = Bell squawk enabled**

•OFF = Bell squawk disabled

[4] ON = PC16OUT module enabled

•OFF = PC16OUT module disabled

[5] ON = 6th code is “maid’s code”

(one-time use)

•OFF = 6th code is normal access code

[6] ON = 1400 Hz handshake for Radionics

formats # 3, 4, B and C

•OFF = 2300 Hz handshake for Radionics

formats # 3, 4, B and C

•Factory default settings

*With bell squawk enabled, the bell / siren will sound one short burst

on arming and two short bursts on disarming.

NOTE:

WhenthepanelissetforAuto-Arming,thebell/sirenwillsound

1 short burst every 10 seconds for one minute before the panel Auto-

Armsunlessthe‘BellDuringAuto-Arm’isdisabled(section[32],light2).

[14] 3rd System Option Code

Use the same method of programming as section [12].

ZONE

LIGHT

[1] ON = Access code required for bypass

•OFF = Access code not required for bypass

[2] ON = Enable [✱][4] downloading call feature

•OFF = Disable [✱][4] call feature11

[3] ON = Periodic downloading22

•OFF = Periodic test transmission

[4] ON = [✱][4] requires a access code

•OFF = [✱][4] does not require access code

[5] •ON = [P]anic key has keypad-audible feedback

OFF = [P]anic key without keypad-audible feedback

[6] ON = Partial closings identified33

•OFF = Partial closings not identified

•Factory default settings

1When option [2] is enabled, the user or on-site installer can initiate

a call to the downloading computer by pressing [✱][4].

[7] Auxiliary Delay Loop operates the same as the type [0] loop

except the entry/exit times can be independently set in section [18].

This loop type is useful when a loop with an entry and/or exit time

is required that is different from the standard times as established

for type [0] zones in section [17]. If section [32], light 5 is ON it will

enable the system to be armed even if the auxiliary delay loop is

open (“Ready”light ON). Also, the system can be armed with the

auxiliary delay loop closed and then it can be opened before the

auxiliary exit delay has expired. In both cases the auxiliary delay

loop will not become active until both the auxiliary exit delay has

expired and the loop is closed.

[8] FireLoopAlthough a common fire signal is reported, any one of the

6 zones may be programmed as a fire loop. A fire loop is a

supervised (N.O. alarm initiating contacts), end-of-line resistor

circuit designed to accept latching 4-wire smoke detectors. See

the Control Panel Wiring Diagram.

On alarm, fire loop shorted, the bell / siren will sound using the

Temporal Fire pattern or will pulse to indicate that a fire loop has

been activated. Transmission by the digital communicator is delayed

30 seconds. If the alarm is acknowledged before the 30 second

delay has expired, pressing [#] will silence the alarm and abort the

transmission. If the alarm is NOT acknowledged within the 30

second period, transmission will proceed and cannot be aborted.

If the alarm has been silenced and all smoke detectors are not

restored to normal, the alarm will re-sound after 90 seconds; 30

seconds after that, the communicator will transmit. If the alarm re-

sounds, it may again be silenced by pressing [#] and the

communicator transmission will be aborted if the alarm is silenced

within the 30 second transmission delay period. Temporal Fire

pattern is 0.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF, 0.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF, 0.5

sec ON, 1.5 sec OFF.

To restore smoke detectors to normal, clear all smoke from the

detectors and perform a reset by pressing [✱] [7]. See section [24]

for programming the PGM terminal for smoke detector reset.

Pressing [✱][7] will remove power from the smoke detectors for 5

seconds; if the detectors are clear of smoke, they will return to

normal. If the detectors still have smoke in them, the alarm will re-

sound and the sequence described above will repeat.

For an open on any loop programmed for fire, the “Trouble”light will

come ON and the keypad sounder will beep every 10 seconds. The

keypad trouble buzzer will sound and the “Trouble”light will come

ON regardless of whether the panel is armed or disarmed. The

communicator will transmit the trouble condition if programmed in

section [09]. The audible trouble indication may be silenced by

pressing [#]. The “Trouble”light will only go OFF when all the fire

loop troubles are cleared. To determine the type of trouble, press

[✱][2].

Section [11], Digit #2 Summary:

[0] = Standard delay loop

[1] = Instant loop

[2] = Interior Loop

[3] = Interior... home / away loop

[4] = 24 hour... bell loop

[5] = 24 hour... bell / buzzer loop

[6] = 24 hour... buzzer loop

[7] = Auxiliary delay loop

[8] = Fire Loop

[12] 1st System Option Code

The 1st System Option Code is set using the zone lights as shown in the

table below. Once section [12] is entered, the 6 zone lights will indicate

the status of each option. Press a number key corresponding to the

zone light number to turn the option ON and OFF. Pressing [0] will turn

all the zone lights OFF and the options will be set as shown against

“Light Off”.

NO automatic arming or test transmission will take place even if those

functions are enabled. VALID times must be entered in this section

before these features will function.

The system clock is in military time. Two digits from ‘00’to ‘23’are

entered for the hour of the day and two digits from ‘00’to ‘59’are

entered for the minute of the hour.

Test transmission or periodic downloading is selected in section [14]

3rd System Option Code, Light 3. The cycle time in days for the test

transmission or periodic downloading is set in section [17] System

Times. For a test transmission using the communicator, an automatic

test code should be entered in section [10]. For periodic downloading

or a test transmission using the communicator, a valid transmission

time must be entered in section [19].

NOTE:

Upon power-up, if either the Auto-Arm or the test transmission

timehas a validtime entered,then aloss-of-time troublefor thesystem

clockwill beinitiated.Enter [

✱

][2]toviewthetrouble.Light 6willbe ON.

If neither the Auto-Arm nor Test Transmission have a valid time, then a

trouble will not be initiated.

[20] New Installer’s Code

[21] New Master Code

[22] 2nd Master Code

Once the section number has been entered ([20], [21] or [22]), enter

a new 4-digit code. Only use digits 0 through 9 as code numbers. Do

not press [✱] or [#]. If an error is made entering the code, complete

entry of the 4 digits then enter the section number again to enter the

correct code.

[23] Communication Formats

This section sets the type of format which will be sent to each of the two

telephone numbers programmed in section [01] and [03]. For each

telephone number, enter one digit from the list below. See the HEX data

programming section for details on how to enter digits ‘A’through ‘F’.

The selection for each phone number is determined by the type of

receiver being called. Enter the format number for the 1st telephone

number first. It is necessary to program both telephone format numbers

even if the first phone number is the only one being used.

[0] SILENT KNIGHT / ADEMCO SLOW 10 BPS

(1400 Hz handshake)

3/1, 4/1 and 4/2 non-extended formats

[1] SESCOA, FRANKLIN, DCI, VERTEX 20 BPS

(2300 Hz handshake)

3/1, 4/1 and 4/2 non-extended formats

[2] SILENT KNIGHT FAST 20 BPS

(1400 Hz handshake)

3/1, 4/1 and 4/2 non extended formats

[3] RADIONICS

(2300/1400 Hz handshake*)

3/1, 4/2 non extended formats

[4] RADIONICS

(2300/1400 Hz handshake)

3/1, 4/2 non-extended with parity format

[5]- [7] DO NOT USE

[8] SILENT KNIGHT, ADEMCO SLOW 10 BPS

(1400 Hz handshake)

3/1 extended format

[9] SESCOA, FRANKLIN, DCI, VERTEX 20 BPS

(2300 Hz handshake)

3/1 extended format

[A] SILENT KNIGHT FAST 20 BPS

(1400 Hz handshake)

3/1 extended format

[B] RADIONICS

(2300 / 1400 Hz handshake*)

3/1 extended format

2The panel can be enabled to periodically call the downloading

computer. The cycle time (in days) for the call is set in section [17].

The automatic call to the downloading computer can be used to

update the panel program and / or to upload status information from

the panel.

3If partial closings are enabled as identified, then alarm codes for the

bypassed zones will be transmitted.

[15] Communication Variables

Once this section is entered, two 2-digit numbers are expected. Do not

press [#] while entering data. The first 2-digit number defines the

number of attempts (alarm and restoral pairs) per zone that the

communicator will make before it shuts down for that zone (swinger

shutdown). The number of attempts is for the period as defined in the

1st System Option Code Section, zone light 2. The number of attempts

may be programmed from ‘00’to ‘99’, where ‘00’means the

communicator will never shut down. The fire zone cannot be shut down

- it always transmits.

The second 2-digit number defines the delay before transmission, for

zones defined as burglary zones only. 24 hour loops or the fire loop will

not be delayed. The time may be programmed from ‘00’to ‘99’seconds,

where ‘00’means no delay. NOTE:NOTE:

NOTE:NOTE:

NOTE: For UL installations, the Maximum

Transmissions section cannot be enabled. Also, the Delay Before

Transmission must not exceed 15 seconds.

[16] Zone Bypass Mask

Use the same method of programming as used in section [12]. If the

zone light is ON, the zone can be bypassed; if OFF, the zone cannot be

bypassed using [Q][1]. The fire zone cannot be bypassed.

[17] System Times

There are 6 system times which can be programmed in this section, and

each entry requires a 3-digit number. Do not press [#] during data entry.

[1] Entry delay time (001 to 255 seconds) This value determines the

standard Entry Delay time. The factory default entry time is 30

seconds. See Section [11] for zone definitions.

[2] Exit delay time (001 to 255 seconds) This value determines the

standard Exit Delay time. The factory default exit time is 120

seconds. For zone definitions, see Section [11].

[3] Bell cut-off time (001 to 255 minutes) This value determines the

time the bell / siren will sound before automatically turning off. The

factory default bell cut-off time is 4 minutes.

[4] AC fail transmission delay (001 to 255 minutes) This value

determines the length of time before the communicator will transmit

an AC failure report. The factory default time is 30 minutes.

[5] “Slow” zone response time (001 to 255 ×10 ms) This value

determines the “slow”zone response time and provides times from

10 ms to 2550 ms. The factory default “slow”zone response time

is 500 ms.

NOTE: The “fast”zone response time is fixed at 10 ms.

See Section [11] Zone Definitions.

[6] Test transmission cycle time (001 to 255 days) This value

determines the frequency, in days, of the test transmission either

via the communicator or by calling the downloading computer. The

factory default setting is 30 days. See Section [14] 3rd System

Option Code, light 3.

[18] Auxiliary Delay Loop Entry/Exit Times

This section requires two 3-digit entries to establish the Auxiliary Entry

and Exit Delay times. Do not press [#] during data entry. The default

Entry Delay is 45 seconds and may be changed to any time from 001

seconds to 255 seconds. The default Exit Delay is 120 seconds and

may be changed to any time between 001 to 255 seconds.

For auxiliary delay zone times to be effective, the zone must be

programmed as a type [7] in the Zone Definition Section [11].

[19] System Clock Times

This section requires two 4-digit entries to set the Automatic Arming

Time of Day and the Test Transmission Time of Day. Do not press [#]

during data entry. Factory default for both these times is ‘9999’; that is,

[C] RADIONICS

(2300 / 1400 Hz handshake*)

3/1 extended with parity format

[D] - [F] DO NOT USE

* See section [13] for Radionics handshake option.

Communications Compatibility

All these communication formats are compatible with the Silent Knight

model SK9000 and Ademco model 685 receivers. For UL installations,

ensure that the control unit is reporting to one of these receivers.

10 BPS and 20 BPS Formats

10 BPS is the standard slow format used on Silent Knight / Ademco

receivers. DATA = 1900 Hz; KISSOFF = 1400 Hz; SPEED = 10 baud

20 BPS is the standard fast format used on the DCI / Franklin / Sescoa and

Vertex receivers. DATA = 1800 Hz; KISSOFF = 2300 Hz; SPEED = 20 baud

Radionics Format

For conventional Radionics 3/1 format, the communications mode

should be set on either Radionics rounds [B] or Radionics parity [C].

The extended version of the Radionics format is normally used. The

following guidelines are provided to help in configuring the PC1550 for

Radionics format.

1. The customer account code must be only 3 digits with a zero

making up the 4th digit (i.e. Enter 1230 to program an account code

of 123).

2. The zone alarm reporting codes must all be single digit numerical

codes with no extended 2nd round being sent (i.e. Zone 1 = 10,

Zone 2 = 20... Zone 6 = 60). The zero in the 2nd digit position tells

the PC1550 not to send an extended round.

3. All other non-alarm reporting codes must be set up to send an

extended 2nd round. The 1st digit of the reporting code is used to

identify the event while the 2nd or extended digit is used to

associate the event with a particular item (i.e. A reporting code of

E3 means restore zone 3. E = restore, 3 = zone 3).

4. The following is a list of 1st digit identifiers that should be used with

the Radionics format.

Restorals “E”i.e. E3 = restore zone 3

Openings “B”i.e. B2 = opening by user 2

Closings “C”i.e. C4 = closing by user 4

Troubles “F”i.e. F5 = trouble from source 5

Miscellaneous “D”i.e. D1 = partial closing

[24] Programmable Output Options

PGM Terminal

The PGM output can be programmed in this section to operate in

response to various panel operations. The output pulse connects the

PGM terminal to the negative power rail.

[01] Ground Start Pulse

This option provides a 2-second output pulse before dialling

begins to obtain the dial tone on Ground Start telephone

equipment.

[02] Utility Output, no Access Code

When activated by entering [✱][7], the PGM output will go low for

5 seconds and the keypad buzzer will sound.

[03] Utility Output, any Access Code

The same as [02], except the command is [✱][7] [any valid

access code].

[04] 5-Second Reset Pulse

When this option is selected, the PGM output is normally low. That

is, it is just the reverse of all other options which are normally high

and go low when activated. This option is normally used as the

negative return for power to 4-wire smoke detectors (positive

comes from the AUX + terminal). To activate this output (to reset

smoke detectors), enter the [✱][7] command. The PGM terminal

will go high (open circuit), and thus remove power from the

devices connected. The keypad buzzer will sound for the 5-

second period.

[05] Courtesy Pulse

This option provides an output which follows the entry and exit

times. It can be used to turn on a courtesy light near the exit door

for the duration of the entry / exit times.

[06] Keypad Buzzer Follow Mode

The PGM output will go low as long as the keypad buzzer is ON

for “24 Hour Buzzer Zone”, “Door Chime”, “Entry Delay”and

“Auto-Arm Alert”.

[07] System Status (Armed / Disarmed)

The PGM output switches to and remains at ground as long as the

panel is armed. The output goes high (open) while the panel is

disarmed.

[08] Strobe Output (Latched Alarm Output)

The PGM switches to ground on an alarm and remains low until

the panel is disarmed. It can be used to indicate that an alarm has

occurred before entering the premises.

[09] Failure to Communicate

The PGM output switches to ground if the systems fails to

communicate after 8 attempts to each phone number that will be

tried according to the communicator call direction options. The

output remains low until a successful communication takes place

or until trouble #4 is cleared from the keypad. This option can be

used to tie two systems together so that if one fails to communicate,

the other system will report the failure.

[0A] PGM ON during Entry Delay

The PGM output will be switched on for the duration of the Entry

Delay. This option may be used to provide lighting in the entrance

area, or to activate a device when the Entry Delay begins.

[0B] PGM ON during Exit Delay

The PGM output will be switched on for the duration of the Exit

Delay. This option may be used to provide lighting in the exit area,

or to activate a device when the Exit Delay begins.

[0C] LINKS1000 Interface

This option configures the system for use with the LINKS1000

Cellular Alarm Communicator. Refer to the LINKS Installation

Manual for further programming instructions.

[25] Communicator Call Directions

This section requires four single digit entries using digits 0 to 3 only.

This section defines how the communicator will call the telephone

numbers programmed in sections [01] and [03] to report the following

events:

Zone Alarms and Restorals

Access Codes Openings and Closings

Priority Alarms and Restorals

Maintenance Alarms and Restorals

Enter ONE digit from the list below for each of the above categories.

Factory default = 1 for all 4 code groups.

[0] Disables the function (no transmission for the group)

[1] Call 1st phone number and back-up to the 2nd phone number

when section [13] light 1 is set to OFF and the panel has made

8 unsuccessful tries on the 1st phone number.

[2] Call the 2nd phone number only

[3] Always call both phone numbers

If [#] is pressed during data entry, you will be returned to the installer’s

programming mode and data for this section will NOT be saved.

[26] Downloading Telephone Number

This telephone number is used by the panel to call the downloading

computer when a request to call is make by entering [✱][4] or for an

auto-download. See section [14] 3rd System Option Code, lights 2 and

3. See section [01] 1st Phone Number for instructions on programming

the downloading telephone number.

[27] Downloading Access Code

This 4-digit code allows the panel to confirm that it is communicating

with a valid downloading computer. Enter 4 digits using the numbers

0 through 9 only. The factory default code is [1515].

[28] Panel Identification Code

This 4-digit code allows the downloading computer to confirm the

identity of the control panel. Enter 4 digits using the number keys 0

through 9 only. The factory default code is [1501].

[29] Number of Rings Before Answering

Section [29] is used to set the number of rings before the panel will pickup

and answer the call. See section [31] for information on using the panel

with an answering machine connected to the same phone line.

[30] Reset to Factory Default

Software

Entering [30] will perform a software reset to the factory default values.

Once this command is entered, the keypad buzzer will beep several

times. The “Trouble”LED will be ON during the reset sequence.

Hardware

If the installer’s code is forgotten and a software reset cannot be

performed, the panel can be reset to the factory default values with the

following method.

1. Remove all power, AC and battery, from the panel.

2. Short the pads on the panel labelled EEPROM RESET.

3. While maintaining the short, power-up the panel and wait for at

least 10 seconds before removing the short.

4. Upon removal of the short, the keypad buzzer will beep and the

panel will be reset to the factory default values.

[31] 4th System Option Code

Use the same method of programming as section [12].

ZONE

LIGHT

[1] ON = Able to answer call from downloading computer

•OFF = Cannot answer call from downloading computer

[2] ON = Enable callback to downloading computer

•OFF = Disable callback to downloading computer

[3] ON = Enable answering machine over-ride

•OFF = Disable answering machine over-ride

[4] ON = Show bypass status while armed or disarmed

•OFF = Show bypass status while disarmed only

[5] ON = Set for AC = 50 Hz

•OFF = Set for AC = 60 Hz

[6] ON = Restore on bell time-out (if zone is restored)

•OFF = Restore as follower (when zone restores)

•Factory default

Downloading and Answering Machines

If zone light [3] is ON and the panel is called for 1 or 2 rings only and

then called back within a variable time from 1 to 249 seconds (this time

set in section [33]), the panel will then answer the second call on the

first ring.

If zone light [3] is OFF, it is assumed that there is no answering machine

connected to the telephone line, and the panel will capture the line after

the set number of rings.

If zone light [3] is OFF and an answering machine is connected and is

set to answer before the panel, the panel will be unable to receive a call

from the downloading computer. If the panel is set to answer before the

answering machine, the answering machine will be unable to receive

incoming calls.

[32] 5th System Option Code

Use the same method of programming as section [12].

ZONE

LIGHT

[1] ON = Loss of AC will not cause an AC trouble

•OFF = Loss of AC will cause AC trouble

[2] ON = No bell during Auto-Arm (burst every 10

seconds is silenced)

•OFF = 1 burst of bell / siren every 10 seconds during

Auto-Arm pre-alert

[3] •ON = Home-Away zones will have an entry delay

when tripped

OFF = Home-Away zones act as interior when tripped

[4] ON = Quick-Exit is enabled ([✱][0] ignores 1

transition of a delay zone)

•OFF = Quick-Exit is disabled

[5] ON = Auxiliary delay loops can be force armed

•OFF = Auxiliary delay loops cannot be force armed

[6] •ON = Standard Fire –Fire Alarms will pulse bell.

OFF = Temporal Fire –Fire Alarms will sound bell

using the Temporal Fire Pattern.

Temporal Fire pattern is 0.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec OFF, 0.5 sec ON, 0.5 sec

OFF, 0.5 sec ON, 1.5 sec OFF.

•Factory default

[33] Answering Machine Double Call Timer

This location sets the amount of time between calls when using the

answering machine over-ride feature. See section [31], light 3.

[34] 6th System Option Code

Use the same programming method as in Section [12].

ZONE

LIGHT

[1] ON = Audible Exit Delay with urgency

•OFF = Standard Exit Delay

[2] ON = Bell Squawk during Exit Delay

•OFF = No Bell Squawk during Exit Delay

[3] ON = Audible Exit Fault enabled

•OFF = Audible Exit Fault disabled

[4] ON = Urgency applied to Entry Delay

•OFF = Standard Entry Delay

[5] ON = Bell Squawk during Entry Delay

•OFF = No Bell Squawk during Entry Delay

[6] ON = [F] Key disabled

•OFF = [F] Key enabled

•Factory default

When Light 3 is ON (Audible Exit Fault): When the system

is armed and a Standard Delay Zone is left open at the end of the

Exit Delay, the bell/siren will sound a steady tone for the duration

of the Entry Delay.

Entry and Exit Delay Urgency: When the urgency option is

selected for the audible Entry Delay, the keypad will sound a

constant tone during the Entry Delay. During the last 10

seconds of the Entry Delay, the keypad will sound a pulsing

tone to warn that the delay is about to expire.

When the urgency option is selected for the audibile Exit Delay, the

keypad will sound a pulsing tone during the Exit Delay. During the last

10 seconds of the Exit Delay, the keypad will sound a faster pulsing

tone to warn that the delay is about to expire.

[35] LINKS1000 Test Reporting Code

Cellular communications through the LINKS1000 Cellular Alarm

Transmitter will be tested periodically according to the test transmission

times programmed in Sections [17] and [19]. The reporting codes

programmed in Section [35] will be transmitted during the cellular

transmission test.

When the cellular test transmission is completed, the Automatic Test

Code programmed in Section [10] will be transmitted over the regular

telephone line.

[36] Keypad Lockout Control

Program two 2-digit numbers in this section.

The first entry determines how many invalid codes may be entered before

the keypad is locked out and will not accept any further entries. Program

a number from 00 to 99; 00 disables the keypad lockout function.

The second entry determines how long, in minutes, the keypad will

be locked out once the programmed number of invlaid codes are

entered. Program a time from 00 to 99 minutes.

[90] Installer’s Lockout Enable

This feature is enabled by entering [90] while in the installer’s programming

mode. A factory default (hardware or software) will not reset the installer’s

code or the download access code once this feature is enabled. A panel

that has this feature enabled will give a distinct audible indication upon

power-up. This indication is the phone line relay clicking 10 times. Make

sure that your new installer’s code has been entered correctly before

enablingthis featurebecause thereis noway ofre-entering theprogramming

mode without the new installer’s code. Remember that even a reset to the

factory default will not change the installer’s code back to the default.

NOTE:

Panels returned to DSC with the installer’s lockout feature

enabled and no other apparent problems will be subject to an additional

service charge.

[91] Installer’s Lockout Disable

Entering [91] when in the installer’s programming mode will disable the

installer’s lockout feature.

Guidelines for Locating

Smoke Detectors

Experience has shown that all hostile fires in residential units generate

smoke to a greater or lesser extent. Experiments using typical fires in

residential units indicate that detectable quantities of smoke precede

detectable levels of heat in most cases. For these reasons, smoke

detectors should be installed outside of each sleeping area and on

each additional story of the dwelling.

The following information is for general guidance only. The smoke

detector manufacturer’s literature should be consulted for detailed

installation instructions.

On smooth ceilings, detectors may be spaced 9.1m (30 feet) apart as

a guide. Other spacing may be required depending on ceiling height,

air movement, the presence of joists, uninsulated ceilings, etc. Consult

National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72, CAN/ULS-S553-M86 or other

appropriate national standards for installation recommendations.

•Do not locate smoke detectors at the top of peaked or gabled

ceilings; the dead air space in these locations may prevent the unit

from detecting smoke.

•Avoid areas with turbulent air flow, such as near doors, fans or

windows. Rapid air movement around the detector may prevent

smoke from entering the unit.

•Do not locate detectors in areas of high humidity.

•Do not locate detectors in areas where the temperature rises above

38oC (100oF) or falls below 5oC (41oF).

Smoke detectors should always be installed in accordance with NFPA

72, the National Fire Alarm Code. Smoke detectors should always be

located in accordance with:

•Paragraph 2-2.1.1.1 of NFPA 72: “Smoke detectors shall be installed

outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the

bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit,

including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished

attics. In new construction, a smoke detector also shall be installed in

each sleeping room.”

•Paragraph 2-2.1.1.2 of NFPA 72: “Split level arrangement. Smoke

detectors are required where shown. Smoke detectors are optional

where a door is not provided between living room and recreation room.”

For the Record PC1550 Version 4.1

Customer __________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone ___________________________________________ Installation Date ____________________________________________

CONTACTS:

#1 Name ___________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________________

#2 Name ___________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________________

#3 Name ___________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________________

Installer’s Code ______________________________________

ZONES

Zone Type Protected Area

1 _____________________________ _________________________________________________________________________

2 _____________________________ _________________________________________________________________________

3 _____________________________ _________________________________________________________________________

4 _____________________________ _________________________________________________________________________

5 _____________________________ _________________________________________________________________________

6 _____________________________ _________________________________________________________________________

Entry Time ________________________________________ Exit Time __________________________________________________

Bell Cutoff ________________________________________

KEYPAD ZONES

[F] Key ON OFF Quick-Arm ON OFF

[A] Key ON OFF Quick-Exit ON OFF

[P] Key ON OFF Installers Lockout ON OFF

Installer’s Name: ______________________________________________

NOTES

Programming Work Sheets PC1550 Version 4.1

NOTE: In sections [01] to [10], do not enter data into sections that are not used.

[01] 1st Phone Number

Page 8

Enter [0] for the digit 0 in the phone number. Enter [✱4✱] (HEX D) for additional

dial tone detection between number digits, as in local PBX systems. Enter [#]

to end the phone number entry

[02] 1st Account Code

Page 8

Enter [✱1✱] (HEX A) for the digit “0”in the account code. For a 3-digit code, enter [0] for the 4th digit.

[03] 2nd Phone Number

Page 9

NOTE: For UL installations, the second phone number must not be activated,

as the total number of dialing attempts would be greater than 10.

[04] 2nd Account Code

Page 9

[05] Zone Alarm Reporting Codes

Page 9

For single digit reporting codes, enter [0] as the second digit. Enter [✱1✱] (HEX A) to transmit a “zero”.

Zone 1 Alarm Zone 4 Alarm

Zone 2 Alarm Zone 5 Alarm

Zone 3 Alarm Zone 6 Alarm

[06] Zone Restoral Reporting Codes

Page 9

For single digit reporting codes, enter [0] as the second digit. Enter [✱1✱] (HEX A) to transmit a “zero”.

Zone 1 Restoral Zone 4 Restoral

Zone 2 Restoral Zone 5 Restoral

Zone 3 Restoral Zone 6 Restoral

[07] Closing (Arming) Reporting Codes / Partial Closing Reporting Code

Page 9

Access Code 1 Access Code 4

Access Code 2 Access Code 5

Access Code 3 Access Code 6

Partial Closing Code

[08] Opening (Disarming) Reporting Codes / After Alarm Reporting Code

Page 9

The “after alarm”code is sent on disarming if an alarm occured during the previous armed period.

Access Code 1 Access Code 4

Access Code 2 Access Code 5

Access Code 3 Access Code 6

After Alarm Code

[09] Priority Alarms and Restorals

Page 9

Pressing the [F], [A] or [P] keys will immediately transmit both an alarm and restoral code. There is no delay on the restoral code

transmission.

Fire Loop Trouble Fire Loop Trouble Restore

Keypad [P]anic Alarm Keypad [P]anic Restore

Keypad [F]ire Alarm Keypad [F]ire Restore

Keypad [A]uxiliary Alarm Keypad [A]uxiliary Restore

[10] Maintenance Alarms and Restorals

Page 10

For automatic test code reporting, time between reports (in days) must be specified in Section [17], and time of day for the report

must be entered in Section [19]. NOTE: For UL installations, either AC failure or battery trouble reporting must be enabled.

Low Battery Alarm AC Fail Restore

AC Fail Alarm PTC Failure Restore

PTC Failure Alarm Automatic Test Code

Low Battery Restore

PC1550 Version 4.1

[11] Zone Definitions

Page 10

NOTE: When defining zones, assign delay zones first to zones 1,2,3..., then assign the other zone types to the remaining zones

in any order desired.

Default

0 0 Zone 1

0 1 Zone 2

0 1 Zone 3

0 2 Zone 4

0 2 Zone 5

0 8 Zone 6

First Digit Second Digit

0 = Slow, Audible 0 = Standard Delay

1 = Slow, Silent 1 = Instant

2 = Fast, Audible 2 = Interior

3 = Fast, Silent 3 = Interior, Home-Away

4 = 24 Hour Bell

5 = 24 Hour Bell/Buzzer

6 = 24 Hour Buzzer

7 = Aux. Delay (Uses Auxiliary Entry/

Exit Times)

8 = Fire•

••

•Any one zone may be set as a FIRE zone.

[12] 1st System Option Code

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Default Zone Light ON Zone Light OFF

OFF Zone Light 1 Communicator disabled Communicator enabled

OFF Zone Light 2 TX limit to 24 hour period TX limit to armed period

ON Zone Light 3 Alarm display while armed No alarm display while armed

ON Zone Light 4 DTMF dialling Pulse dialling

OFF Zone Light 5 N.C. loops (except fire) EOL resistor loops

ON Zone Light 6 Keypad [P]anic audible (bell) Keypad [P]anic silent (bell)

[13] 2nd System Option Code

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Default Zone Light ON Zone Light OFF

ON Zone Light 1 Call 1st phone only Backup to 2nd phone11

OFF Zone Light 2 Master Code not changeable Master Code changeable

OFF Zone Light 3 Bell Squawk enabled22

2Bell Squawk disabled

OFF Zone Light 4 PC16 OUT enabled PC16 OUT disabled

OFF Zone Light 5 6th code is maid’s code 6th code normal

OFF Zone Light 6 1400 Hz Radionics 2300 Hz Radionics

1Do not program “OFF”unless 2nd phone number is programmed.

2 With Bell Squawk enabled, the bell/siren will sound one short burst on arming and two short bursts on disarming.

[14] 3rd System Option Code

Page 11

Default Zone Light ON Zone Light OFF

OFF Zone Light 1 User code required for bypass Code not required

OFF Zone Light 2 [✱] [4] Enabled [✱] [4] Disabled

OFF Zone Light 3 Periodic downloading Periodic test transmit

OFF Zone Light 4 [✱] [4] access code required [✱] [4] no code required

ON Zone Light 5 [P]anic audible (buzzer) [P]anic silent (buzzer)

OFF Zone Light 6 Partial closing identified Not identified

PC1550 Version 4.1

[15] Communication Variables

Page 11

Default

NOTE:

For UL installations, the Maximum Transmissions section cannot be enabled. Also, the Delay Before Transmission

must not exceed 15 seconds.

0 3 Maximum transmissions per burglary zone

Enter digits from “01”to “99”for number of transmissions per zone during the period as defined in Section [12], 1st System

Option Code, Zone Light 2. Note that “00”= unlimited transmissions per burglary zone.

Fire zone always transmits.

Default

0 0 Delay before transmission (burglary zones only)

Enter digits from “01”to “99”- delay in seconds; “00”= no delay.

Fire zone and 24 hour zone transmissions cannot be

delayed.

Transmission delay as programmed here is for burglary zones only.

[16] Zone Bypass Mask

Page 11

If the zone light is ON, the zone can be bypassed using the [✱][1] command. If a zone is defined as a fire zone, it cannot

be bypassed.

Default Default

ON Zone Light 1 ON Zone Light 4

ON Zone Light 2 ON Zone Light 5

ON Zone Light 3 ON Zone Light 6

[17] System Times

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Default Default

0 3 0 Entry Delay (seconds) 0 3 0 AC fail transmission delay (minutes)

1 2 0 Exit Delay (seconds) 0 5 0 Slow loop response time ( x 10 ms)

0 0 4 Bell Cut-off (minutes) 0 3 0 Test transmission cycle or auto download

cycle time (days)

Valid entries are “001”to “255”.

Do not enter “000”.Do not enter “000”.

Do not enter “000”.

[18] Auxiliary Delay Loop Entry / Exit Times

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Default

0 4 5 Entry Time (seconds)

1 2 0 Exit Time (seconds) Valid entries are “001”to “255”.

[19] System Clock Times

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Default

9 9 9 9 Automatic Arming (time of day)

9 9 9 9 Test transmission or auto download (time of day)

Enter 4 digits - “00”to “23”hours; “00”to “59”minutes. If a feature is not used, leave at the default setting of “9999”.

For Sections [20], [21] and [22]: Enter 4 digits from “0” to “9”. Do not enter [

✱

] or [#].

[20] New Installer’s Code

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Default

1500

[21] New Master Code

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Default

1234

[22] 2nd Master Code

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Default

A A A A The 2nd Master Code can be erased by entering [✱1111]. AAAA = not programmed

PC1550 Version 4.1

[23] Communication Formats

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It is necessary to program the format for both numbers, even if the second telephone number is not used.

Default Default

1 1st Telephone Number 1 2nd Telephone Number

Enter one HEX digit from [0] to [F] for each phone number from the following list:

[0] SILENT KNIGHT / ADEMCO SLOW 10 BPS (1400 Hz handshake) 3/1, 4/1 and 4/2 non-extended formats

[1] SESCOA, FRANKLIN, DCI, VERTEX 20 BPS (2300 Hz handshake) 3/1, 4/1 and 4/2 non-extended formats

[2] SILENT KNIGHT FAST 20 BPS (1400 Hz handshake) 3/1, 4/1 and 4/2 non extended formats

[3] RADIONICS (2300/1400 Hz handshake•) 3/1, 4/2 non extended formats

[4] RADIONICS (2300/1400 Hz handshake) 3/1, 4/2 non-extended with parity format

[5] -[7]

DO NOT USE

[8] SILENT KNIGHT, ADEMCO SLOW 10 BPS (1400 Hz handshake) 3/1 extended format

[9] SESCOA, FRANKLIN, DCI, VERTEX 20 BPS (2300 Hz handshake) 3/1 extended format

[A] SILENT KNIGHT FAST 20 BPS (1400 Hz handshake) 3/1 extended format

[B] RADIONICS (2300 / 1400 Hz handshake•) 3/1 extended format

[C] RADIONICS (2300 / 1400 Hz handshake•) 3/1 extended with parity format

[D]- [F]

DO NOT USE

•See Section [13] for Radionics handshake option.

[24] Programmable Output Options (PGM Terminal)

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Default

Enter 2 digits from “01” to “0C” only.

Programmable Output:

[01] Ground Start Pulse [07] System Status (arm/disarm) Output

[02] Utility Output, No Access Code - 5 seconds [✱] [7] [08] Strobe Output (latched alarm output)

[03] Utility Output, Any Access Code - 5 seconds [✱] [7] [09] Failure to Communicate Output - follows trouble #4

[04] 5 Second Reset Pulse [✱] [7] [0A] PGM ON during Entry Delay

[05] Courtesy Pulse (follows entry/exit times) [0B] PGM ON during Exit Delay

[06] Keypad Buzzer Follow Mode•[0C] LINKS1000 Interface

••

•[06] Buzzer follows the entry delay, door chime, auto-arm alert period and 24 hour buzzer loop.

[25] Communicator Call Directions

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This section must be completely programmed. Do not press [#] to exit until all entries are completed.

Default

1 Zone Alarms and Restorals [0] No transmissions for this group.

1 Access Code Openings and Closings [1] Call 1st number and backup to 2nd number.•

1 Priority Alarms and Restorals [2] Call 2nd phone number only.

1 Maintenance Alarms and Restorals [3] Always call both phone numbers.

•Section [13] Light 1 “OFF”and 2nd phone number must be programmed.

[26] Downloading Telephone Number

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This telephone number is used by the panel to call the downloading computer either by the periodic download function or

through the use of the [✱] [4] command. Enter [0] for the digit ‘0’in the phone number. Enter [✱4✱] (HEX D) for additional dial

tone detection between number digits, as in local PBX systems. Enter [#] to end the phone number entry.

[27] Downloading Access Code

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Default

1 5 1 5 This code allows the panel to confirm that a valid downloading computer is requesting access.

[28] Panel Identification Code

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Default

1 5 0 1 This code confirms the panel’s identity to the downloading computer.

[29] Number of Rings Before Answering

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Default

1 2 Enter a number from 01 to 12 to set the number of rings before the panel will answer.

[30] Reset To Factory Default

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[31] 4th System Option Code

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Default Zone Light ON Zone Light OFF

OFF Zone Light 1 Enable download answer Disable answer

OFF Zone Light 2 Enable download callback Disable callback

OFF Zone Light 3 Answering machine over-ride Disable over-ride

OFF Zone Light 4 Show bypass status/armed11

1Show bypass status/disarmed

OFF Zone Light 5 AC = 50 Hz AC = 60 Hz

OFF Zone Light 6 Restore on bell time out Restore as follower

••

•If zone light 4 is ON, bypass status will always be shown. If zone light 4 is OFF, bypass status is shown only when the panel is disarmed.

[32] 5th System Option Code

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Default Zone Light ON Zone Light OFF

OFF Zone Light 1 AC excluded from trouble AC included

OFF Zone Light 2 No bell during auto-arm Bell during auto-arm

ON Zone Light 3 Home/away with delay Home/away as interior

OFF Zone Light 4 Quick exit enabled Quick exit disabled

OFF Zone Light 5 Force arm on auxiliary delay Auxiliary delay normal

ON Zone Light 6 Standard Fire Temporal Fire

[33] Answering Machine Double Call Timer

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Default

0 6 0 Valid entries are “001”to “249”

[34] 6th System Option Code

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Default Zone Light ON Zone Light OFF

OFF Zone Light 1 Audible Exit Delay with Urgency Standard Exit Delay

OFF Zone Light 2 Bell Squawk during Exit Delay No Bell Squawk during Exit Delay

OFF Zone Light 3 Audible Exit Fault enabled Audible Exit Fault disabled

OFF Zone Light 4 Urgency applied to Entry Delay Standard Entry Delay

OFF Zone Light 5 Bell Squawk during Entry Delay No Bell Squawk during Entry Delay

OFF Zone Light 6 [F] Key disabled [F] Key enabled

[35] LINKS1000 Test Reporting Code

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Default

NOTE: The LINKS1000 is not UL listed.

Program this section only if the LINKS1000 Cellular Alarm Transmitter is being used with the PC1550.

[36] Keypad Lockout Control

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Default

Enter 2 2-digit numbers in the range of 00 to 99. Program the Number of Invalid Codes as “00”to disable the lockout feature.

0 0 Number of Invalid Codes before lockout

0 0 Lockout Duration (minutes)

[90] Installer’s Lockout Enable

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[91] Installer’s Lockout Disable

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WARNING!

Panels returned to DSC with the Installer’s Lockout enabled and no other apparent problems will be subject to an

additional service charge!

PC1550 Version 4.1

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