DSC PC5015 User manual

PC5O15
Version 2.3A
DLS-3 version 1.2 or later
WARNING This manual contains information on limitations regarding
product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability
of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read.
Installation
Manual
WITH

LIMITED WARRANTY
Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants the original purchaser that for a period of twelve
months from the date of purchase, the product shall be free of defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use. During the warranty period, Digital Security Controls
Ltd. shall, at its option, repair or replace any defective product upon return of the product
to its factory, at no charge for labour and materials. Any replacement and/or repaired
parts are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or ninety (90) days, which-
ever is longer. The original owner must promptly notify Digital Security Controls Ltd. in
writing that there is defect in material or workmanship, such written notice to be received
in all events prior to expiration of the warranty period.
International Warranty
The warranty for international customers is the same as for any customer within Canada
and the United States, with the exception that Digital Security Controls Ltd. shall not be
responsible for any customs fees, taxes, or VAT that may be due.
Warranty Procedure
To obtain service under this warranty, please return the item(s) in question to the point of
purchase. All authorized distributors and dealers have a warranty program. Anyone re-
turning goods to Digital Security Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization num-
ber. Digital Security Controls Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which
prior authorization has not been obtained.
Conditions to Void Warranty
This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relating to normal use. It
does not cover:
• damage incurred in shipping or handling;
• damage caused by disaster such as fire, flood, wind, earthquake or lightning;
• damage due to causes beyond the control of Digital Security Controls Ltd. such as
excessive voltage, mechanical shock or water damage;
• damage caused by unauthorized attachment, alterations, modifications or foreign objects;
• damage caused by peripherals (unless such peripherals were supplied by Digital Secu-
rity Controls Ltd.);
• defects caused by failure to provide a suitable installation environment for the prod-
ucts;
• damage caused by use of the products for purposes other than those for which it was
designed;
• damage from improper maintenance;
• damage arising out of any other abuse, mishandling or improper application of the
products.
Digital Security Controls Ltd.’s liability for failure to repair the product under this war-
ranty after a reasonable number of attempts will be limited to a replacement of the prod-
uct, as the exclusive remedy for breach of warranty. Under no circumstances shall Digital
Security Controls Ltd. be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages
based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability, or any
other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of profits, loss of
the product or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute or replace-
ment equipment, facilities or services, down time, purchaser’s time, the claims of third
parties, including customers, and injury to property.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This warranty contains the entire warranty and shall be in lieu of any and all other
warranties, whether expressed or implied (including all implied warranties of mer-
chantability or fitness for a particular purpose) And of all other obligations or li-
abilities on the part of Digital Security Controls Ltd. Digital Security Controls Ltd.
neither assumes nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to
modify or to change this warranty, nor to assume for it any other warranty or liabil-
ity concerning this product.
This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed by the laws of the
province of Ontario, Canada.
WARNING: Digital Security Controls Ltd. recommends that the entire system be com-
pletely tested on a regular basis. However, despite frequent testing, and due to, but not
limited to, criminal tampering or electrical disruption, it is possible for this product to
fail to perform as expected.
Installer’s Lockout
Any products returned to DSC which have the Installer’s Lockout option enabled and
exhibit no other problems will be subject to a service charge.
Out of Warranty Repairs
Digital Security Controls Ltd. will at its option repair or replace out-of-warranty prod-
ucts which are returned to its factory according to the following conditions. Anyone
returning goods to Digital Security Controls Ltd. must first obtain an authorization num-
ber. Digital Security Controls Ltd. will not accept any shipment whatsoever for which
prior authorization has not been obtained.
Products which Digital Security Controls Ltd. determines to be repairable will be repaired
and returned. A set fee which Digital Security Controls Ltd. has predetermined and which
may be revised from time to time, will be charged for each unit repaired.
Products which Digital Security Controls Ltd. determines not to be repairable will be
replaced by the nearest equivalent product available at that time. The current market
price of the replacement product will be charged for each replacement unit.
WARNING Please Read Carefully
Note to Installers
This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your
responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.
System Failures
This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances, how-
ever, involving fire, burglary, or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Any
alarm system of any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a
variety of reasons. Some but not all of these reasons may be:
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■ Inadequate Installation
A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate protection. Every installation
should be evaluated by a security professional to ensure that all access points and areas are covered.
Locks and latches on windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors,
walls, ceilings and other building materials must be of sufficient strength and construction to provide
the level of protection expected. A reevaluation must be done during and after any construction activity.
An evaluation by the fire and/or police department is highly recommended if this service is available.
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■ Criminal Knowledge
This system contains security features which were known to be effective at the time of manufacture. It is
possible for persons with criminal intent to develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of these
features. It is important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its features remain
effective and that it be updated or replaced if it is found that it does not provide the protection expected.
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■ Access by Intruders
Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a sensing device, evade detection
by moving through an area of insufficient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or
prevent the proper operation of the system.
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■ Power Failure
Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security devices require an adequate
power supply for proper operation. If a device operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail.
Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a
device operates only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative
while it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctua-
tions which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system. After a power interruption has
occurred, immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.
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■ Failure of Replaceable Batteries
This system’s wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life under normal
conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient con-
ditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may reduce the
expected battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identifies when the
batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and maintenance
will keep the system in good operating condition.
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■ Compromise of Radio Frequency ( ireless) Devices
Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects placed on or
near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.
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■ System Users
A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or temporary
physical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is
important that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that they
know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.
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■ Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants of a fire for a number of
reasons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed or positioned.
Smoke may not be able to reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs,
or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from fires on another level of
the residence or building.
Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning. Smoke detectors cannot
sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by
carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage
of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches or arson.
Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances when there is insufficient
warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.
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■ Motion Detectors
Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as shown in their respective installa-
tion instructions. They cannot discriminate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do
not provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be
detected in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind
walls, ceilings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether
intentional or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors,
windows or any other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature. However their effective-
ness can be reduced when the ambient temperature rises near or above body temperature or if there are
intentional or unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources
could be heaters, radiators, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so on.
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■ arning Devices
Warningdevicessuch as sirens, bells, horns, orstrobes may not warn people orwaken someone sleeping if there
isaninterveningwallordoor. If warning devices are located on a differentleveloftheresidenceorpremise,then
it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible warning devices may be interfered with
by other noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances, or passing traffic.
Audible warning devices, however loud, may not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.
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■ Telephone Lines
If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods of
time. Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat its operation by more sophisticated means
which may be difficult to detect.
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■ Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not be
protected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the
system is monitored, the response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings.
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■ Component Failure
Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may fail to
function as intended due to the failure of a component.
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■ Inadequate Testing
Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be found by regular
testing and maintenance. The complete system should be tested weekly and immediately after a break-
in, an attempted break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or any kind of construction activity
inside or outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm
indicating devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system.
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■ Security and Insurance
Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life insurance. An alarm
system also is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent
or minimize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.

Table of Contents
System Introduction 1
1.1 PC5015 Specifications ......................................................... 1
1.2 Additional Devices ............................................................... 2
1.3 Out of the Box ...................................................................... 4
Getting Started 5
2.1 Installation Steps .................................................................. 5
2.2 Terminal Descriptions .......................................................... 6
2.3 Keybus Operation and Wiring ............................................. 7
2.4 Current Ratings - Modules and Accessories ...................... 7
2.5 Assigning Zones to Zone Expanders .................................. 8
2.6 Keypad Assignment ............................................................. 9
2.7 Enable Supervision .............................................................. 9
2.8 Removing Modules ............................................................ 10
2.9 Zone Wiring ........................................................................ 10
2.10 Keypad Zones .................................................................... 12
Keypad Commands 13
3.1 Access Codes .................................................................... 13
3.2 Arming/Disarming .............................................................. 14
3.3 Auto Bypass ....................................................................... 14
3.4 [*] Commands .................................................................... 14
3.5 Function Keys .................................................................... 17
3.6 Global and Partition Keypad Operation ............................ 19
3.7 Features Available for the LCD5500Z ............................... 20
How to Program 21
4.1 How to Enter Installer Programming .................................. 21
4.2 Programming Decimal Data ............................................... 21
4.3 Programming HEX Data ..................................................... 21
4.4 Programming Toggle Option Sections ............................... 22
4.5 Viewing Programming ........................................................ 22
Program Descriptions 23
5.1 Zone Definitions ................................................................. 23
5.2 Zone Attributes ................................................................... 24
5.3 Communicator - Dialing ..................................................... 25
5.4 Communicator - Phone Numbers ...................................... 25
5.5 Communicator - Account Numbers ................................... 26
5.6 Communicator - Reporting Formats .................................. 26
5.7 Communicator –Reporting Codes .................................... 28
5.8 Downloading ...................................................................... 29
5.9 Partitions/Zone Assignment ............................................... 30
5.10 Programmable Outputs ...................................................... 30
5.11 Telephone Line Monitor (TLM) ........................................... 33
5.12 Siren .................................................................................... 33
5.13 Test Transmission ............................................................... 33
5.14 Fire, Auxiliary, Panic Keys ................................................. 34
5.15 Entry/Exit Delay Options .................................................... 34
5.16 Event Buffer ........................................................................ 35
5.17 Swinger Shutdown ............................................................. 35
5.18 Daylight Savings Time ....................................................... 35
5.19 Keypad Backlighting .......................................................... 35
5.20 Arming/Disarming Options ................................................ 35
5.21 Automatic Arming .............................................................. 36
5.22 Keypad Lockout ................................................................. 37
5.23 Keypad Blanking ................................................................ 37
5.24 Loop Response .................................................................. 37
5.25 Keypad Tampers ................................................................ 37
5.26 LINKS1000 Cellular Communicator ................................... 38
5.27 Module Programming ......................................................... 38
5.28 Default (Factory) ................................................................ 39
5.29 Installer Lockout ................................................................. 39
5.30 Walk Test (Installer) ............................................................ 39
5.31 International Programming ................................................ 40
Appendix A: Reporting Codes 42
Appendix B: Zone Reporting Codes 44
Appendix C: Control Panel Wiring Diagram 45
Appendix D: Modules Supported
on the PC5015 v2.3A 46
Limited Warranty inside back cover

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System Introduction
S E C T I O N 1
1.1 PC5015 Specifications
Flexible Zone Configuration:
• 8 Fully Programmable Zones
• 38 Access Codes: 32 User, 1 System Master, 2 Partition Master, 2 Duress and 1 maintenance
• Expandable to 32 Zones
• Keypads with zone inputs available (PC5508Z, PC5516Z, PC5532Z, LCD5500Z)
• Hardwired expansion available using the PC5108 Eight Zone Expansion Module and the PC5700 Fire
Module
• Wireless expansion available using the PC5132 Wireless Zone Expansion Module (up to 32 wireless
zones, 900MHz, True Spread Spectrum Technology, Fully Supervised)
• Normally Closed, Single EOL, or Double EOL zone supervision
• 28 Zone Types, 8 Programmable Zone Options
• 2 Partitions
Audible Alarm Output:
• 700mA Supervised Bell Output (current limited at 3 amps), 12 VDC
• Steady or Pulsed Output
EEPROM Memory:
• Will not lose programming or system status on complete AC and Battery failure
Programmable Outputs:
• Up to 14 Programmable Voltage Outputs, 24 programmable options
• One Low Current (50 mA) PGM output on main panel
• One High Current (300 mA) PGM output on main panel
• Eight Additional Low Current (50 mA) PGM outputs available using the PC5208 module
• Four High Current (1 Amp) PGM outputs Available Using the PC5204 module
• 1 PC5204 Output Fully Supervised for Siren Output
Powerful 1.5 Amp Regulated Power Supply:
• 550 mA Auxiliary Supply, 12 VDC
• Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) components replace fuses
• Supervision for loss of AC Power, Low Battery
• Internal Clock Locked to AC Power Frequency
Power Requirements:
• Transformer = 16.5 VAC, 1.5A
• Battery = 12 volt 4 Ah minimum rechargeable sealed lead acid
Remote Keypad Specifications:
• 8 Different Keypads Available:
- PC5508 (Z) 8 Zone LED Keypad - PC5532(Z) 32 Zone LED Keypad
- PC5516 (Z) 16 Zone LED Keypad - LCD5500 (Z ) Alphanumeric Keypad
• Each Keypad has 5 Fully Programmable Function Keys • Connect up to 8 Keypads
• Four Wire (Quad) Connection to Keybus • Built in Piezoelectric Buzzer
• “Z” version keypads have zone input
Digital Communicator Specifications:
• Supports all Major Formats including SIA and Contact ID and Residential Dial
• Split Reporting of Selected Transmissions to Each Telephone Number
• 3 Programmable Phone Numbers • 2 Account numbers
• Supports LINKS1000 Cellular Communication • DTMF and Pulse Dialing
• DPDT Line Seizure • Anti-jam Feature
• Event-Initiated Personal Paging
System Supervision Features
The PC5015 continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions including:
• AC Power Failure • Trouble by Zone • Fire Trouble
• Telephone Line Trouble • Low Battery Condition • Bell Output Trouble
• Loss of Internal Clock • AUX Power Supply Fault • Tamper by Zone
• Failure to Communicate • Module Fault (Supervisory or Tamper) • Camera Troubles via DLM-4L

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False Alarm Prevention Features
• Audible Exit Delay • Audible Exit Fault • Urgency on Entry Delay
• Quick Exit • Swinger Shutdown • Recent Closing Transmission
• Cross Zone Alarm • Burglary-verified timer •Double Hit Timer
• Communication Delay • Rotating Keypress Buffer
Additional Features
• Auto Arm by Partition at Specified Time each day of the week
• Keypad Activated Alarm Output and Communicator Test
• Keypad Lockout
• Audio Capability using the PC5928 Audio Interface Module which allows local intercom and Central
Station 2-Way Listen in.
• All modules connect to the system via a four wire Keybus up to 1000’/305m from main panel
• Event Buffer can be printed using PC5400 RS232 Serial Interface module
• Supports the Escort5580 Voice Prompt Module with Automation/Lighting Control
• 128 Event Buffer, Time and Date Stamped
• Upload/Download Capability
• Daylight Savings time option
• Downlook support (DLM-4L v1.0L and PC5108L)
1.2 Additional Devices
In addition to the information below, see the back cover for a DSC Module Compatability table.
1.2.1 Keypads
A maximum of eight (8) keypads can be connected to the control panel and can be any combination of
the following listed. Different keypads (with function keys) can be used for different size systems; 8 zone,
16 zone and 32 zone.
PC5508 / PC5508Z PC5516 / PC5516Z PC5532 / PC5532Z LCD5500 / LCD5500Z
8 zone LED keypad 16 zone LED keypad 32 zone LED keypad LCD keypad
1.2.2 PC5108 Eight Zone Expander Module
Eight zone expander module can be used to increase the number of zones on
the system. Up to 3 modules can be connected to increase the system zones to
a maximum of 32.
(See PC5108 Installation Instructions Sheet.)
1.2.3 PC5132 Wireless Receiver Module
The PC5132 Wireless Receiver module can be used to connect up to 32
wireless devices. All devices are spread spectrum, 900 MHz, fully supervised
and use standard ‘AAA’ or ‘AA’ alkaline batteries.
(See PC5132 Installation
Manual for details.)
Additional wireless devices are available:
WLS904 Wireless Motion Detector
The wireless Motion Detector can be used in conjunction with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include
wireless space protection. The unit comes with four ‘AAA’ batteries
.
WLS906 Wireless Smoke Detector
The wireless Smoke Detector can be used in conjunction with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include
wireless smoke detection. The unit comes with six ‘AA’ batteries
.
WLS907 Wireless Slimline Universal Transmitter
The wireless Slimline Universal Transmitter can be used with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to add wireless door
or window contacts in a smaller package. The unit comes with three ‘AAA’ batteries and has built-in contacts.
WLS908 Wireless Panic Pendant
The wireless Panic Pendant can be used in conjunction with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include
personal wireless protection. The unit comes with 1 mini 12V battery (not user changeable).

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WLS909 Wireless Key
The Wireless Key can be used in conjunction with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include a simple and
mobile method of arming and disarming the system. The unit comes with three Photo/Electronic 1.5V batteries.
This system can have a maximum of 16 Wireless Keys.
WLS910 Wireless Handheld Keypad
The wireless Handheld Keypad can be used in conjunction with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include a
simple and mobile method of arming and disarming the system. The unit comes with three ‘AAA’ batteries.
The system can have a maximum of four wireless Handheld Keypads.
1.2.4 PC5204 Power Supply Output Module
The PC5204 can provide up to 1 Amp of additional power for modules or
devices connected to the control panel. The module requires a 16.5 volt AC 40
VA transformer and 4 AH battery. In addition, the module provides 4 program-
mable high current voltage outputs.
(See PC5204 Installation Instructions for
details.)
1.2.5 PC5208 Eight Low Current Output Module
Adds eight programmable low current outputs (50 mA) to the control. (See
PC5208 Installation Instructions for details.)
1.2.6 Escort5580 Module This Escort5580 module will turn any touch tone phone into a fully functional
keypad. The module also includes a built-in interface to control up to 32 line
carrier type devices for lighting and temperature control
(See Escort5580
Installation Manual for details.)
1.2.7 PC5928 Audio Interface Module
The PC5928 Audio Interface module is a simple way to incorporate paging,
intercom, baby listen-in and door answer to the PC5015 control panel. The
module also has built-in two-way voice capability for central station
(See
PC5928 Installation Manual for details).
Three additional devices are available:
PC5921 Intercom Audio StationPC5921 Intercom Audio Station
PC5921 Intercom Audio StationPC5921 Intercom Audio Station
PC5921 Intercom Audio Station can be used in conjunction with the PC5928 Audio Interface
Module
.
PC5921 EXT Door Box Audio StationPC5921 EXT Door Box Audio Station
PC5921 EXT Door Box Audio StationPC5921 EXT Door Box Audio Station
PC5921 EXT Door Box Audio Station can be used in conjunction with the PC5928 Audio
Interface Module .
PC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio StationPC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio Station
PC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio StationPC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio Station
PC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio Station can be used in conjunction with the PC5928 Audio
Interface Module. The Door Box contains a relay so the normal door bell can be used instead of
the internal one generated by the PC5928 module.
1.2.8 PC5400 Printer Module This PC5400 Printer Module will allow the panel to print out all events that
occur on the system to any serial printer. All events will be printed with
the Partition, time, date and the event that occurred.
(See PC5400 Installa-
tion Manual for details.)
1.2.9 LINKS1000 Cellular Communicator
The LINKS1000 Cellular Communicator provides an efficient, cost-effective
method for adding cellular back up. The unit comes in its own cabinet with
antenna and requires a separate battery and transformer
(See Section 5.26
“LINKS1000 Cellular Communicator”).

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1.2.10 Downlook Support: PC5108L and DLM-4L v1.0L
The PC5108L will expand the control panel’s zone capability by adding eight fully programmable zone
inputs. The module will also act as an interface between the DLM-4L v1.0L Video Transmission module
and the PC5015 v2.2 alarm control panel. The PC5108L is also an 8-camera video switcher.
For more information on either module, see their respective installation manuals.
PC5108L DLM-4L v1.0L
1.2.11 PC5700 Fire Module
This is a zone expansion module with four general purpose zone inputs, two
Class A supervisory waterflow zone inputs, ground fault detection and dual-
supervised telephone line inputs.
1.2.12 Cabinets
Several different cabinets are available for the PC5015 modules. They are as follows:
PC5003C Main Control Cabinet for the PC5015 main panel. Dimensions 288mm x 298mm x 78mm /
11.3” x 11.7” x 3” approximately.
PC5002C Cabinet to house the PC5204 Power Supply Output Module. Dimensions 213mm x 235mm x
78mm / 8.4” x 9.25” x 3” approximately.
PC5004C Cabinet to house the Escort5580 Module and PC5400 Printer Module. Dimensions 229mm x
178mm x 65mm / 9” x 7” x 2.6” approximately.
PC5001C Cabinet to house the PC5108 Zone Expander Module and the PC5208 Eight Low Current
Output Module. Dimensions 153mm x 122mm x 38mm / 6” x 4.8” x 1.5” approximately.
PC5001CP Plastic Cabinet to house the PC5108 Zone Expander Module and the PC5208 Eight Low
Current Output Module. Dimensions 146mm x 105mm x 25.5mm / 5.75” x 4.2” x 1” approximately.
1.2.13 Backplates
There are two different backplates available for keypads to locate an Audio Station next to the keypad:
PC55BP1 Backplate This backplate is to be used when an Audio Station is to be located next to
a keypad. Dimensions 208mm x 115mm x 18mm / 8.2” x 4.5” x 0.25”
approximately.
PC55BP2 Backplate This backplate is to be used when an Audio Station is to be located next to a
keypad. In addition the backplate will allow you to mount a PC5108 Zone
Expander Module or the PC5208 Eight Low Current Output Module. Dimensions
208mm x 115mm x 18mm / 8.2” x 4.5” x 0.7” approximately.
1.3 Out of the Box
Verify that the following equipment is included in your system:
• one PC5015 main control cabinet
• one PC5015 circuit board
• one PC55XX(Z) / LCD5500(Z) keypad
• one set of manuals (Installation Manual, one Programming Worksheet Manual and one Instruction
Manual for the end user
• one hardware pack consisting of:
- five plastic circuit board standoffs
- seventeen 5600 ohm (5.6K) resistors
- one 2200 ohm (2.2K) resistor
- one 1000 ohm (1K) resistor

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Getting Started
S E C T I O N 2
The following sections provide a complete description of how to wire and configure devices and zones.
2.1 Installation Steps
The following steps are provided to assist with the installation of the panel. It is suggested that you read over this
section briefly to get an overall understanding of the order of installation. Once this is done carefully work through
each step. Working from this plan will help reduce problems and reduce the overall installation time required.
Step 1 Create a Layout
Draw a rough sketch of the building and include all alarm detection devices, zone expanders, keypads
and all other modules that are required.
Step 2 Mounting the Panel
Locate the panel in a dry area, preferably located near an unswitched AC power source and the incoming
telephone line. Before attaching the cabinet to the wall be sure to press the five circuit board
mounting studs into the cabinet from the back.
Complete all wiring before applying AC or connecting the battery .
Step 3 Wiring the Keybus (Section 2.3)
Wire the Keybus to each of the modules following the guidelines provided.
Step 4 Assigning Zones to Zone Expanders
(Section 2.5)
If zone expander modules are being used the modules must be configured so the panel knows which
zones are assigned to each expander. Follow the guideline provided to assign zones to expanders.
Step 5 Zone Wiring (Section 2.9)
Power down the control panel and complete all zone wiring. Follow the guidelines provided in Section 2.9
to connect zones using normally closed loops, single EOL resistor, double EOL resistors, Fire zones and
Keyswitch Arming zones.
Step 6 Completing Wiring
Complete all other wiring including bells or sirens, phone line connections, ground connections or any
other wiring necessary. Follow the guidelines provided in Section 2.2 “Terminal Descriptions”.
Step 7 Power up the Control Panel
Once all zone wiring and Keybus wiring is complete, power up the control panel.
The panel will not power up if only the battery is connected.
Step 8 Keypad Assignment (Section 2.6)
Keypads must be assigned to different slots to be properly supervised. Follow the guideline provided in
Section 2.6 to assign keypads.
Step 9 Enabling Supervision
(Section 2.7)
After all modules have been wired to the Keybus, supervision must be enabled. Once supervision is enabled,
the panel will be able to indicate module communication faults. Follow the guidelines provided in Section 2.7.
Step 10 Programming the System (Sections 4 and 5)
Section 4.0 provides a complete description of how to program the panel. Section 5.0 contains complete
descriptions of the various programmable features, what options are available and how the options function.
The Programming Work Sheets should be filled out completely before attempting to program the system.
Step 11 Testing the System
Test the panel completely to ensure that all features and functions are operating as programmed.

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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D
2.2 Terminal Descriptions
AC Terminals - AC
The panel requires a 16.5 volt, 1.5A transformer. Connect the transformer to an unswitched AC source
and connect the transformer to these terminals.
Do not connect the transformer until all other wiring is complete .
Battery Connection
The battery is used to provide back up power in the event of an AC power failure and to provide
additional current when the panel demands exceed the power output of the transformer, such as when
the panel is in alarm.
Do not connect the battery until all other wiring is complete .
Connect the RED battery lead to the positive of the battery, the BLACK battery lead to the negative.
Auxiliary Power Terminals - AUX+ and GND
These terminals provide up to 550 mA of additional current at 12 VDC
(rated 11.6-12.6 VDC for UL
residential applications)
for devices requiring power. Connect the positive side of any device requiring
power to the AUX+ terminal, the negative side to GND. The AUX output is protected; if too much current is
drawn from these terminals (wiring short) the panel will temporarily shut off the output, until the problem is
corrected.
Bell Output Terminals - BELL+ and BELL-
These terminals provide up to 3 Amps of current at 12 VDC
(rated 11.6-12.6 VDC for UL residential
applications)
(with stand-by battery; 700 mA continuous) for powering bells, sirens, strobes or other
warning type equipment. Connect the positive side of any alarm warning device to BELL+, the negative
side to BELL–. The BELL output is protected; if too much current is drawn from these terminals (wiring
short) the BELL PTC will open.
The Bell output is supervised. If no alarm warning device is being used connect a 1000 ohm resistor
across BELL+ and BELL– to prevent the panel from displaying a trouble condition
(See Section 3.4 “[ ✱ ]
Commands, [
✱ ][2]”).
Keybus Terminals - RED, BLK, YEL, GRN
The Keybus is used by the panel to communicate with modules and by modules to communicate with the
panel. Each module has four Keybus terminals that must be connected to the four Keybus terminals on
the panel. For more information,
see Section 2.3 “Keybus Operation and Wiring”.
Programmable Outputs - PGM1 and PGM2
Each PGM output is an open collector switch to ground. That is, when the PGM
output is activated by the panel the terminal will switch to ground.
PGM1 can sink up to 50 mA of current. PGMs can be used to activate LEDs or
a small buzzer. Connect the positive side of the LED or buzzer to AUX+, the
negative side to the PGM1.
PGM2 is a high current output (300mA) and operates similar to PGM1. The
CON1 must remain on at all times. If more than 300 mA of current is required a
relay must be used. Refer to the diagram.
Zone Input Terminals - Z1 to Z8
Each detection device must be connected to a zone on the control panel. It is suggested that each zone
have one detection device however it is possible to wire multiple detection devices to the same zone.
For zone wiring specifics,
see Section 2.9 “Zone Wiring” .
Telephone Connection Terminals - TIP, RING, T-1, R-1
If a telephone line is required for central station communication or downloading, connect an RJ-31X jack
in the following manner:
• RING - Red Wire _______ Incoming line from
• TIP - Green Wire telephone company
• R-1 - Grey Wire ________ Outgoing line to
• T-1 - Brown Wire house telephone(s)

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Connect the PC5015 and modules that use the telephone line(s) in the following order:
For example, if you are installing a PC5015 with a LINKS1000 and a PC5928 Intercom module, connect
the incoming line to the LINKS1000, then from the LINKS1000 to the PC5015, then from the PC5015 to the
PC5928 Intercom and then from the PC5928 to the house telephones
For proper operation there must be no other telephone equipment connected between the control
panel and the telephone company facilities
.
Do not connect the alarm panel communicator to telephone lines intended for use with a FAX ma-
chine.These lines may incorporate a voice filter which disconnects the line if anything other than FAX
signals are detected, resulting in incomplete transmissions .
2.3 Keybus Operation and Wiring
The Keybus is used by the panel to communicate with all modules connected and by the modules to talk to
the panel. The RED and BLK terminals are used to provide power while YEL and GRN are clock and data.
The 4 Keybus terminals of the panel must be connected to the 4 Keybus terminals or wires of all modules.
The following conditions apply:
• Keybus should be run in minimum 22 gauge quad (0.5mm), two pair twist preferred
• the modules can be home run to the panel, connected in series or can be T-tapped
• any module can be connected anywhere along the Keybus, you do not need a separate Keybus wire
run for keypads, zone expanders etc.
• no module can be more than 1,000'/305m (in wire length) from the panel
• shielded wire is not necessary unless wires are run in an area that may present excessive RF noise or
interference
Example of Keybus Wiring
B
C
A
PANEL
500’
500’
150’
150’
B
C
A
PANEL
500’
500’
150’
150’
NOTE: Module (A) is wired correctly as it is within 1,000'/305m of the
panel, in wire distance.
Module (B) is wired correctly as it is within 1,000'/305m of the
panel, in wire distance
Module (C) is NOT wired correctly as it is further than 1,000'/
305m from the panel, in wire distance.
2.4 Current Ratings - Modules and Accessories
In order for the Power 832 system to operate properly, the power output capabilities of the main control
and expansion devices must not be exceeded. Use the data presented below to ensure that no part of
the system is overloaded and cannot function properly.
System Outputs (all 12 VDC)
• PC5015 VAUX: 550 mA. Subtract the listed rating for each keypad, expansion module and accessory
connected to VAUX or Keybus.
BELL: 700 mA. Continuous Rating.
3.0 A. Short Term. Available only with stand-by battery connected.
• PC5204 VAUX: 1.0 A. Continuous Rating. Subtract for each device connected.
3.0 A. Short Term. Available only with stand-by battery connected.
• PC5208 VAUX: 250 mA. Subtract for each device connected. Subtract the total load on this terminal
from the PC5015 VAUX/Keybus output.
• PC5108 VAUX: 100 mA. Subtract for each device connected. Subtract the total load on this terminal
from the PC5015 VAUX/Keybus output.
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L

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PC5015 Device Ratings (@ 12 VDC)
• LCD5500 Keypad: 50 mA • PC5208 Output Module: 50 mA
• PC5532 Keypad: 45 mA • PC5132 Wireless Module: 125 mA
• PC5516 Keypad: 45 mA • Escort5580 Module: 150 mA
• PC5508 Keypad: 45 mA • PC5928 Audio Interface Module: 65 mA
• LCD5500Z Keypad: 85 mA • PC5921 Intercom Audio Station: 20 mA
• PC5532Z Keypad: 85 mA • PC5921 EXT Door Box Audio Station: 20 mA
• PC5516Z Keypad: 85 mA • PC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio Station: 35 mA
• PC5508Z Keypad: 85 mA • PC5400 Printer Module: 65 mA
• PC5108 Zone Module: 35 mA • DLM-4L v1.0L: 180 mA
• PC5204 Output Module: 20 mA • PC5700 Fire Module: 150 mA
• PC5108L Downlook Interface: 60 mA
Other Devices
Read the manufacturer’s literature carefully to determine the maximum current requirement (during
activation or alarm) and use this value for loading calculations. Do not allow connected devices to exceed
the system capabilities during any possible operational mode.
2.5 Assigning Zones to Zone Expanders
The main panel contains zones 1 to 8. Additional zone expanders may be added to increase the number
of zones on the system. Each zone expander consists of two groups of 4 zones and each group must be
configured to assign the specific zones to the expander. This is done by setting the jumpers located on
the expander to the proper settings.
Before a zone expander will work properly the jumpers must be set so the panel can determine the
correct zone assignment .
The following are the jumper settings for different zone assignments:
Jumpers System Zones Assigned
J1/J4 J2/J5 J3/J6
ON ON ON Zones disabled
OFF ON ON Zones disabled
ON OFF ON Zones 09 - 12
OFF OFF ON Zones 13 - 16
ON ON OFF Zones 17 - 20
OFF ON OFF Zones 21 - 24
ON OFF OFF Zones 25 - 28
OFF OFF OFF Zones 29 - 32
J1, J2 and J3 set system zone assignments for expander zones 1-4
J4, J5 and J6 set system zone assignments for expander zones 5-8
The following are diagrams of the PC5108 and PC5700 zone expander modules and where the jumper
switches are located. Refer to the Installation Instructions of each module for more information.
There are two sets of jumpers, one set for the first 4 zones of the expander and one set for the other 4 zones .
In these two diagrams the jumpers settings shown indicate the first group of four zones of the expander
will be zones 9 to 12 and the second group of 4 zones will be 13 to 16. A group of zones can be disabled
if they are not required for the installation.

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2.6 Keypad Assignment
There are 8 available slots for keypads. LED keypads by default are assigned to slot 1 while the
LCD5500(Z) is assigned by default to slot 8. Keypads can each be assigned to a different slot (1 to 8)
which offers two advantages. The panel can supervise the keypad connection to indicate a trouble
condition if it is removed. Also keypads can be assigned to operate a specific partition or operate as a
global keypad.
2.6.1 How to Assign Keypads
All keypad assignment must be done at each keypad on the system.When using LCD5500(Z) keypads,
one keypad must remain in slot 8. Do not assign more than one keypad to the same slot.
To assign a keypad to a slot and select the partition it will operate, enter the following:
Step 1 — Enter Installer Programming
Step 2 — Press [000] for Keypad Programming
Step 3 — Press [0] for Partition and Slot Assignment
Enter a two digit number to specify the partition and slot assignment.
1st digit Enter 0 for Global Keypad;
Enter 1 for Partition 1 Keypad;
Enter 2 for Partition 2 Keypad
2nd digit Enter 1 to 8 for Slot Assignment
Press the [#] key twice to exit programming. Continue this procedure at each keypad until all have been
assigned to the correct slot.
02.6.2 How to Program Function Keys
Each of the 5 Function Keys on each keypad may be programmed for different operation on each keypad.
Step 1 - Enter Installer Programming.
Step 2 - Press [000] for Keypad Programming.
Step 3 - Enter [1] to [5] to select Function Key to program.
Step 4 - Enter the 2 digit number, [00] to [25] for option.
Step 5 - Continue from Step 3 until all Function Keys are programmed.
Step 6 - Press [#] key twice to exit Installer Programming.
For a complete list of Function Key options
See Section 3.5.1 “Function Key Options” .
2.7 Enable Supervision
Once all the Keybus connections have been made, supervision must be enabled so the panel can
indicate a trouble if a module is removed from the system.
To enable supervision, enter the following at any keypad:
Step 1 - Press [✱] [8] [Installer Code] to enter Installer Programming.
Step 2 - Press [902] to enable supervision. The panel will automatically search for all modules on the
system. Once the search (it will take about 1 minute) is complete enter the following to confirm
the modules on the system.
Step 3 - Press [903] to display all modules.
Zone lights will be turned on according to what modules the panel has found on the system. The LCD
keypad will allow you to scroll through the modules. Refer to the following chart:
Light [1] ....... Keypad 1 present Light [13] ....... Zones 25 to 28 present
Light [2] ....... Keypad 2 present Light [14] ....... Zones 29 to 32 present
Light [3] ....... Keypad 3 present Light [15] ....... N/A (not used)
Light [4] ....... Keypad 4 present Light [16] ....... N/A (not used)
Light [5] ....... Keypad 5 present Light [17] ....... Module PC5132 present
Light [6] ....... Keypad 6 present Light [18] ....... Module PC5208 present
Light [7] ....... Keypad 7 present Light [19] ....... Module PC5204 present
Light [8] ....... Keypad 8 present Light [20] ....... Module PC5400 present
Light [9] ....... Zones 9 to 12 present Light [21] ....... Module PC5928 present
Light [10] ....... Zones 13 to 16 present Light [22] ....... Alternate Communicator present
Light [11] ....... Zones 17 to 20 present Light [23] ....... DLM-4L v1.0L present
Light [12] ....... Zones 21 to 24 present Light [24] ....... Escort5580 module present
If a module is connected but does not show as being present, it may be due to any of the following reasons:
• it is not connected to the Keybus
• if there is a Keybus wiring problem
• if the module is more than 1,000'/305m from the panel
• if the module does not have enough power
• if the PC5132 does not have any devices added

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2.8 Removing Modules
If a module is no longer required on the system the panel must be told to no longer supervise the module. To
do this remove the module from the Keybus and perform the Enable supervision function again (
See Section
2.7 “Enable Supervision”). The panel will see the module has been removed and will no longer supervise it.
2.9 Zone Wiring
For a complete description of the operation of all zone types, please refer to Section 5.1 (“Zone Definitions”).
There are several different ways in which zones may be wired, depending on which programming options
have been selected. The panel can be programmed to supervise normally closed, End of Line, or Double End
of Line loops. Please refer to the following sections to study each type of individually supervised zone wiring.
Any zone programmed for Fire or 24 Hour Supervisory must be wired with a single End of Line (EOL)
resistor regardless of the type of zone wiring supervision selected for the panel (section [013],
options [1] and [2]). See Section 5.1“Zone Definitions.”
If you change the zone supervision options from DEOL to EOL or from NC to DEOL (section [013],
options [1] or [2]), you should power down the system completely, and then power it back up. If you
do not, the zones may not work correctly.
2.9.1 Normally Closed (NC) Loops
2 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACTS WITH
NO END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL ANY COM
TERMINAL
NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT;
NO END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL ANY COM
TERMINAL
To enable normally closed loops, programming section [013], option [1] must be ON.
This option should only be selected if Normally Closed (NC) devices/contacts are being used .
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Normally Closed Loops .......................................... Section [013], Option [1]
2.9.2 Single End Of Line (EOL) Resistors
NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
5600 ΩEND OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL ANY COM
TERMINAL
NORMALLY OPEN
CONTACTS WITH
5600 ΩEND OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL ANY COM
TERMINAL
ANY Z
TERMINAL ANY COM
TERMINAL
2 NORMALLY OPEN
CONTACT AND
2 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
5600 ΩEND OF LINE
RESISTOR
1 NORMALLY OPEN
CONTACT AND
1 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
5600 ΩEND OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINALANY COM
TERMINAL
To enable panel detection of single end of line resistors, programming section [013], options [1] and [2]
must be OFF.
This option should be selected if either Normally Closed (NC) or Normally Open (NO) detection
devices or contacts are being used .
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End of Line Resistors ............................................. Section [013], Option [1]
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Single End of Line Resistors.................................. Section [013], Option [2]
2.9.3 Double End of Line (DEOL) Resistors
Double End of Line resistors allow the panel to determine if the zone is in alarm, tampered or faulted.
To enable panel detection of double end of line resistors, programming section [013], option [1] must be
OFF and option [2] must be ON.
ANY Z
TERMINAL ANY COM
TERMINAL
ALARM
CONTACT
DOUBLE EOL CIRCUIT
1 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
5600ΩEND OF LINE
RESISTORS
If the Double EOL supervision option is enabled, all hardwire zones must be wired
for Double EOL resistors, except for Fire and 24 Hour Supervisory zones.
Do not wire DEOL resistors on keypad zones.
Do not use DEOL resistors for Fire zones or 24 Hour Supervisory zones. Do not wire
Fire zones to keypad zone terminals if the DEOL supervision option is selected.
This option can only be selected if Normally Closed (NC) detection devices or
contacts are being used. Only one NC contact can be connected to each zone.

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The following chart shows zone status under certain conditions:
Loop Resistance Loop Status
0Ω(shorted wire, loop shorted) Fault
5600Ω(contact closed) Secure
Infinite (broken wire, loop open) Tamper
11200Ω(contact open) Violated
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End-of-Line Resistors............................................. Section [013], Option [1]
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Double End-of-Line Resistors ................................ Section [013], Option [2]
2.9.4 Fire Zone Wiring - 4-wire Smoke Detectors
All zones defined as Fire (See Section 5.1 “Zone Definitions”) must be wired according to the following diagram:
For a complete description of how fire zones operate, see Section 5.1 “Zone Definitions”.
2.9.5 24-Hr Auxiliary Input Wiring (PGM2)
If PGM2 has been programmed for 24-hour operation, the zone must be wired according to the following
diagram:
If PGM2 is programmed for 24-Hr Auxiliary
Input support, the connector JP1 on the
main board must be removed.
2.9.6 Keyswitch Zone Wiring
ΩΩ
Zones may be programmed to be used as keyswitch
arming zones and must be wired according to the
following diagrams:
For a complete description of how keyswitch zones
operate,
see Section 5.1 “Zone Definitions”.
2.9.7 LINKS Supervisory (24 Hour Supervisory)
When using the LINKS1000 cellular communicator, any main board zone
may be configured for LINKS Supervision. Program this zone as zone type
[09], 24 Hour Supervisory in section [001].
With a 24 Hour Supervisory zone, if the LINKS1000 experiences a trouble, the
zone will be violated, causing the panel to report the event to the central
station. This type of zone
always requires a single EOL resistor (5600Ω).
Wire this zone according to the diagram.

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2.9.8 LINKS Answer If the LINKS1000 cellular communicator is being used a zone may be
configured for LINKS Answer to allow downloading to be performed in the
event of phone line failure.
When the LINKS receives a phone call it will activate the RING terminal on the
LINKS circuit board. This terminal can be used to violate a zone programmed
as LINKS Answer
(See Section 5.1 “Zone Definitions”) , causing the panel to
seize the phone line and begin communication with the downloading
computer.
The zone programmed as LINKS Answer ALWAYS requires a single EOL resistor
(5600Ω) and must be wired according to this diagram.
The LINKS Answer zone is only required for downloading to the panel via the LINKS.
When using the LINKS, BusyTone Detection must not be used.
Keypad zones cannot be used for 24 Hour Supervisory or LINKS Answer.
2.10 Keypad Zones
Keypads with zone inputs can be connected to devices such as door contacts. This saves you from
running wires back to the control panel for every device.
To install the keypad, open the keypad plastic by removing the screw at the bottom of the unit. Locate the
five terminals on the keypad circuit board. Connect the four Keybus wires from the control panel: the red
wire to R, the black to B, the yellow to Y and the green to G.
To connect the zone, run one wire to the Z terminal and the other to B. For powered devices, use red and
black to supply power to the device. Run the red wire to the R (positive) terminal and the black wire to the
B (negative) terminal.
When using end of line supervision, connect the zone according to one of the configurations outlined in Section
2.8 “Zone Wiring.” End of line resistors must be placed on the device end of the loop, not at the keypad.
Keypad zones do not support DEOL resistors.
Assigning Keypad Zones
When using keypad zone inputs, each input used must be assigned a zone number in Installer’s Programming.
First, ensure that you have enrolled all installed keypads into the desired slots. (
See Section 2.6 “Keypad
Assignment”).
Next, enter programming section [020] to assign the zones. There are eight programming locations in this
section, one for each keypad slot. Enter a 2-digit zone number for each of the keypad zones. This number
must be entered in the location corresponding to the keypad to which each zone is connected.
If a keypad zone input is assigned on zone number form 1 to 8, the corresponding zone cannot be
used on the main control panel.
Once the keypad zones are assigned, you must also program zone definitions and zone attributes.
(See also Section 5.1.1“Assigning Keypad Zones”).

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S E C T I O N 3
All keypads provide complete information and control of the alarm panel. The panel can be completely programmed
via any keypad on the system. LED keypads provide function indicator lights and individual zone indicator lights for
the alarm circuits. The LCD keypad provides function indicator lights and word descriptions for zone status.
The following sections describe how to arm, disarm and perform other keypad functions.
3.1 Access Codes
All 37 access codes have the ability to arm/disarm any Partition(s) it is enabled for and to activate the PGM
Outputs using the [✱][7] commands
(See Section 3.4 “[ ✱ ] Commands, [ ✱ ][7]”) .
Additional access code attributes are also programmable. Attributes determine what abilities the code will have.
To program each attribute;
1.Enter [✱] [5] [Master Code] [9] to enter the attribute programming mode.
2.Enter the 2-digit number of the access code you want to edit.
3.Enter the attribute number to toggle it on or off.
The programmable attributes are as follows:
• Attribute 1: Partition 1 Operation enabled
• Attribute 2: Partition 2 Operation enabled
• Attribute 3: Zone Bypass enabled
This attribute allows the user to bypass zones.
• Attribute 4: Escort5580 Remote Access
This attribute allows the user to access the security system via the Escort, if installed.
• Attribute 5: Downlook Remote Trigger to Telephone Number 1
For use with the Escort5580 and the PC5108L/DLM-4L (see the PC5108L Installation Manual for details).
• Attribute 6: Downlook Remote Trigger to Telephone Number 2
For use with the Escort5580 and the PC5108L/DLM-4L (see the PC5108L Installation Manual for details).
“Master Code”attributes cannot change. By default, each code has the attributes of the code used to
program it.
• Attribute 7: Bell Squawk on Arming/Disarming. When this attribute is turned on, the bell will squawk
when the access code is entered to arm or disarm the system. For example, you can use the arm/
disarm bell squawk attribute to have wireless key access codes squawk the bell, while other codes are
silent. To do this, enable attribute [7] on all access codes associated with wireless keys.
If you enable the Bell Squawk on Arming/Disarming option (section [014], option [1]), the bell will
sound arm/ disarm bell squawks for all access codes, regardless of the programming for attribute [7].
(See 5.20“Arming and Disarming Options”.)
The available access codes are as follows:
General Access Codes - Access Codes [01] to [32]
Each access code can be used to arm and disarm the system. Enable any of the access code attributes
to allow access to the above-mentioned functions (access code attributes 1-6).
Duress Codes - Access Codes [33] and [34]
When a Duress Code is used to perform any function the panel will report a Duress Reporting Code (See
Section 5.7 “Communicator - Reporting Codes”) .
Partition Master Codes - Access Codes [41] and [42]
Partition Master Codes can program additional access codes and the Duress Code for their Partition.
System Master Code - Access Code [40]
By default the System Master Code is enabled to operate on both Partitions and can perform any keypad
function. This code can be used to program all access codes as well as the Partition Master Codes and
Duress Codes.
If the Master Code Not Changeable option is enabled the System Master Code can only be changed
using Installer Programming.
For instructions on programming access codes, see the PC5015 Instruction Manual (“Programming
Access Codes”).
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Code Required for Bypass ..................................... Section [015], Option [5]
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Master Code Not Changeable option .................... Section [015], Option [6]
Maintenance Code
The maintenance code can only be used to arm and disarm the system. It cannot be used to bypass
zones or to access the Escort5580. The code can only be programmed in Installer’s Programming.
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Maintenance Code.................................................. [008]

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3.2 Arming / Disarming
The system cannot be armed unless the ‘Ready’ light is on. If the ‘Ready’ light is not on make sure all
protected doors and windows are secure and stop movement in areas covered by motion detectors. When
the ‘Ready’ light is on enter any valid Access Code. As each digit is pressed the keypad will beep. If an
incorrect code is entered the keypad will emit a steady 2 second beep to indicate the code was not correct.
If the code is correct but the ‘Ready’ light was not on the panel will beep six times rapidly followed by a long
two second beep to indicate the system was not Ready. When the correct code is entered and the system is
Ready the panel will beep six times rapidly and the ‘Armed’ light will turn on. Exit the premises through the
designated entry/exit door. Other methods of arming are available
(See Section 3.4 “[ ✱ ] Commands - [ ✱ ] [0]
Quick Arm, [ ✱ ] [9] Arming Without Entry Delay” and Section 3.5 “Function Keys”) .
The PC5015 has a built-in feature called Audible Exit Fault. See Section 5.15“Entry/Exit Delay Options
for more information.
Users can restart the exit delay while it is counting down by pressing the Away key. The system will not
log the user who re-started the exit delay, unless the Quick Arming Disabled/Function Keys Require
Code option is turned on (section [015], option [4]).
If the system has been Stay armed, or armed with no entry delay ([*][9]), pressing the Away key will
not start an exit delay.
To disarm the panel enter the premises through the designated entry/exit door. The keypad will emit a steady
beep to warn that you must disarm the system. During the last 10 seconds of entry delay the panel will pulse the
keypad beeper on and off rapidly to warn the entry delay is about to expire. Enter a valid Access Code at the
keypad. If an error is made, re-enter the code correctly. When a correct code is entered the keypad will turn off
the ‘Armed’ light and stop the keypad buzzer. If an alarm occurred while the panel was armed the ‘Memory’ light
and the zones which caused the alarm will be flashing. Press the [#] key to return the keypad to the Ready state.
Using the Away Button While Stay Armed
If a partition is armed in Stay mode and a user wishes to leave the premises without having to disarm and
re-arm the system, they may press the Away button. The system will begin counting the standard exit
delay, allowing the user to leave without actually disarming. The panel will log “Armed in Away Mode”
upon completion of the Exit Delay. This feature is useful for users with Wireless Keys with Stay/Away
buttons, and who wish to have their panel armed at all times.
Using the Stay Button While Away Armed
Pressing the Stay key while a partition is Away armed will begin the Exit Delay again. The panel will log
“Armed in Stay Mode”. This feature is useful for users with Wireless Keys with Stay/Away buttons, and
who wish to have their panel armed at all times.
If Function Keys require the entering of an access code, a valid access code must be entered to
toggle between arming modes.The access code used to perform this function will be logged with
“User Log User XX”. Swinger Shutdown will be reset if the Stay or Away buttons are pressed while
the system is armed.
3.3 Auto Bypass
When the system is armed and any zone or zone(s) on the system have been programmed as Stay/Away
the panel will immediately turn on the ‘Bypass’ light. It will then monitor all zones programmed as Delay 1
and Delay 2. If no delay type zone is violated by the end of the exit delay the panel will bypass all Stay/
Away type zones. The ‘Bypass’ light will remain on to inform the home owner that the interior protection
has been automatically bypassed by the panel. If a delay zone is violated during the exit delay, the Stay/
Away zones will be active after the exit delay expires.
This is a convenience for the user that wishes to arm the panel while at home. The user does not have to
bypass the interior manually.
The user can add the Stay/Away zones back into the system at any time by entering the [✱] [1] keypad
command
(See Section 3.4 “[ ✱ ] Commands, [ ✱ ][1] Zone Bypass”) .
Other methods of Stay arming are available
(See Section 3.5 “Function Keys”) .
3.4 [✱] Commands
[✱] [1] Zone Bypassing
The [✱] [1] keypad command can be used to bypass individual zones. It can be used if the user wants to
have access to an area while the Partition is armed or to bypass a defective zone (bad contact, damaged
wiring) until service can be provided. A bypassed zone will not cause an alarm. Instructions on zone
bypassing can be found in the PC5015 Instruction Manual (“Zone Bypassing”). When the partition is
disarmed, all zones bypassed using [✱] [1] will be unbypassed, except for 24-hr zones.
If Code Required for Bypass is enabled an access code will be required to enter the Bypass mode. Only
access codes with the Bypass attribute enabled will be able to bypass zones (See Section 3.4 “[✱]
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Several features have been added to the [✱][1] zone bypassing menu:
• Bypass Recall: Press [99] while in the [✱][1] menu to recall the last set of bypassed zones.
• Clear Bypasses: Press [00] while in the [✱][1] menu to clear all bypassed zones.
• Bypass Groups: Two programmable bypass groups can be recalled when in the [✱][1] Bypass Menu. To
program a bypass group, select the zones to be bypassed. Press [95] for Group #1, or [96] for Group #2. To
recall these groups, press [✱][1] followed by [91] for Group #1 or [92] for Group #2.
If the Code Required for Bypass option is enabled, access codes 40–42 must be used to access this
feature.
For two-partition systems, Bypass Group #1 must be used on Partition 1, and Group #2 on Partition 2.
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Code required for bypass ....................................... Section [015], Option [5]
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [2] Trouble Display
The panel constantly monitors itself for several different trouble conditions. If a trouble condition is
present, the Trouble light will be ON and the keypad will beep twice every 10 seconds. The trouble beep
can be silenced by pressing any key on any keypad. If Bell Squawk on Trouble is enabled (section
[014], option[5]), the bell will squawk every 10 seconds when a trouble condition is present.
To view trouble conditions from an LED keypad:
1.Press [✱]
[2].
2.The keypad will flash the Trouble light. The zone indicator lights corresponding to the present trouble
conditions will be ON.
When using an LCD keypad, the trouble conditions will be listed on the display; the user must simply use
the arrow (< >) keys to scroll through the list of present trouble conditions.
Troubles can be viewed while armed using the LCD keypad, provided the keypad is version 2.0 or
later. Older keypads will incorrectly display “FireTrouble”. If using older LCD keypads, programming
section [013], option [3] as OFF will ensure troubles are displayed correctly.
The various troubles are described below:
Light Trouble
1 Service Required: Press [1] to determine the specific trouble. If one of the following zone lights is on,
the corresponding trouble is present:
• Light [1] – Low Battery. Main panel backup battery charge is low (below 11.5 volts under
load).Trouble is restored when the battery charges over 12.5 volts.
• Light [2] – Bell Circuit Trouble. The bell circuit is open (see Section 5.13 “Siren”).
• Light [3] – General System Trouble. This trouble condition applies to one or more of the following
specific trouble conditions: PC5400 fault or off-line, PC5204 AUX Trouble, PC5204 Output #1
Trouble, Camera Trouble and Home Automation Trouble. Specific conditions can be viewed in the
event buffer.
• Light [4] – General System Tamper. Tamper has been detected in a module. Entering and exiting
Installer’s Programming will not reset the system tampers. All tamper conditions must be physically
restored.
• Light [5] – General System Supervisory. The panel has lost communication with a module
connected to the Keybus (see Section 2.6 “Supervision”). The event buffer will log the event.
• Lights [6] – Not used.
• Light [7] – PC5204 Low Battery. The PC5204 module has a low backup battery.
• Light [8] - PC5204 AC Failure. The PC5204 module has lost AC power.
2 AC Failure: AC power is no longer being supplied to the control panel. The trouble LED will flash if
an AC Failure is present, if the Trouble Light Flashes if AC Fails option is programmed (section [016],
option [2]). This trouble will not be displayed if the AC Trouble Displayed option is disabled (section
[016], option [1]). See section 5.8 “Communicator Reporting Codes - Maintenance” for information
on AC trouble reporting.
3 Telephone Line Monitoring Trouble (TLM): There is a trouble with the telephone line (See section
5.12 “Telephone Line Monitor”.) If the system has an Alternate Communicator, this trouble can be
reported to a monitoring station by programming reporting codes in sections [349] and [350].
4 FailuretoCommunicate(FTC): The communicator failed to communicate with any of the programmed
telephone numbers (see section 5.5 “Communicator - Dialing”).
5 Zone Fault (including Fire Zone): A zone on the system is experiencing trouble, meaning that a zone
could not provide an alarm to the panel if required to do so (if a fire zone is open, or there is a short on
a DEOL zone, or a supervisory fault on a wireless zone). When a zone fault trouble condition occurs,
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A Fire zone trouble will be generated and displayed in the armed state. A Fire zone trouble will
also restart the trouble beeps from all keypads.
6 Zone Tamper: A zone configured for Double End Of Line resistor supervision has a tamper condition,
or the tamper switch is open on a wireless device. When a tamper condition occurs, the keypad(s) will start
to beep (if the system is armed, an alarm will occur). Press [6] while in the Trouble mode to view the
affected zones. If a zone is tampered or faulted, it must be fully restored to clear the trouble.
7 Device Low Battery: A wireless device has a low battery condition. Press [7] one, two, or three times
to view which devices are experiencing battery failure. An LED keypad will indicate battery failure
using zone lights 1 to 8. The following will occur:
# of
Keypad displays
beeps
Press [7] 1 Zones with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 8)
Press [7] again 2 Handheld keypads with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 4)
Press [7] again 3 Wireless keys with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 8).
To view the
battery conditions of wireless keys 9 through 16, you must use an LCD keypad.
8 LossofSystem Time: When the panel is powered up, the internal clock needs to be set to the correct
time. This trouble is cleared when an attempt is made to reset the clock.
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [3] Alarm Memory
The ‘Memory’ light will be on if any alarm occurred during the last armed period or if an alarm occurred
while the panel was disarmed (24 hour zones). Instructions on viewing alarms in memory are located in
the PC5015 Instruction Manual (“Disarming the System”).
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [4] Door Chime On/Off
If enabled the keypad will beep 5 times rapidly when a zone is tripped and restored. The panel will only
do this for zones with the Door Chime attribute enabled and if the door chime feature is enabled
(See
Section 5.2 “Zone Attributes”)
. The door chime feature is explained in greater detail in the PC5015
Instruction Manual (“Door Chime Feature”).
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [5] Programming Access Codes
All 37 access codes are programmed in this section. For instructions on programming access codes, see
the PC5015 Instruction Manual (“Programming Access Codes”).
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [6] User Functions
To program user functions, perform the following:
1.Press [✱] [6] [Master Code]. The keypad will flash the ‘Program’ light.
2.Press the number [1] to [5] for the item to be programmed.
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••
•[1] - Time and Date[1] - Time and Date
[1] - Time and Date[1] - Time and Date
[1] - Time and Date
See the PC5015 Instruction Manual for instructions on setting the time and date (“Setting the Time and Date”).
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••
•[2] - Auto-Arm Enable/Disable[2] - Auto-Arm Enable/Disable
[2] - Auto-Arm Enable/Disable[2] - Auto-Arm Enable/Disable
[2] - Auto-Arm Enable/Disable
Enter [✱] [6] [2] to enable (three keypad beeps) or disable (one long beep) the auto-arm feature.
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•[3] - Auto-Arm Schedule[3] - Auto-Arm Schedule
[3] - Auto-Arm Schedule[3] - Auto-Arm Schedule
[3] - Auto-Arm Schedule
Enter [✱][6][3] to change the auto-arm time for each day of the week.
Scroll to the day of the week you want to change, or enter the number of the day (1-7 for Sunday to
Saturday). On an LED keypad zone lights 1-7 will represent Sunday to Saturday.
When you have selected a day, enter the auto-arm time in 24-hour format (i.e. enter a 4-digit number in
[hhmm] format).
The system will return you to the day selection menu. Scroll to the next day you want to program, or to
exit auto-arm programming, press [#].
Only LCD5500 v2.0 or greater keypads support the [ ✱ ][6][3] menu option.
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•[4] - System Test[4] - System Test
[4] - System Test[4] - System Test
[4] - System Test
When [4] is pressed the panel will perform the following. For step-by-step instructions on performing a
system test, see the PC5015 Instruction Manual (“Full System Test”):
- sound the alarm output for two seconds
- light all lights on the keypad
- sound the keypad buzzer for two seconds
- test the main panel/PC5204 battery
- send a System Test Reporting code, if programmed
(See Section 5.7 “Communicator - Reporting Codes”) .
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•[5] - Enable DLS (Downloading)[5] - Enable DLS (Downloading)
[5] - Enable DLS (Downloading)[5] - Enable DLS (Downloading)
[5] - Enable DLS (Downloading)
When [5] is pressed the panel will turn on the downloading option for 6 hours. During this time the panel
will answer incoming downloading calls
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•[6] – User Initiated Call-Up[6] – User Initiated Call-Up
[6] – User Initiated Call-Up[6] – User Initiated Call-Up
[6] – User Initiated Call-Up
When [6] is pressed, the panel will initiate a call to the downloading computer.
LCD Keypad User Functions
Additional features are available using on the LCD keypad. These features do not have numbers
assigned. Use the arrow keys (< >) to scroll through the [✱] [6] menu and press the [✱] key to select the
following commands.
•View Event BufferView Event Buffer
View Event BufferView Event Buffer
View Event Buffer: The 128 Event Buffer can be viewed through any LCD keypad
(See Section 5.16.1
“Viewing the Event Buffer Through the LCD Keypad”)
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•Brightness ControlBrightness Control
Brightness ControlBrightness Control
Brightness Control: When this option is selected the keypad will allow you to scroll through 10 different
backlight level options. Use the arrow keys (<>) to scroll to the desired backlight level and press the
[#] key to exit.
•Contrast ControlContrast Control
Contrast ControlContrast Control
Contrast Control: When this option is selected the keypad will allow you to scroll through 10 different
contrast level options. Use the arrow keys (<>) to scroll to the desired contrast level and press the [#]
key to exit.
•Keypad Buzzer ControlKeypad Buzzer Control
Keypad Buzzer ControlKeypad Buzzer Control
Keypad Buzzer Control: When this option is selected the keypad will allow you to scroll through 21
different keypad sounder tone options. Use the arrow keys (<>) to scroll to the desired keypad beeper
level and press the [#] key to exit. This function can be achieved on LED keypads by holding the [✱] key.
[✱✱
✱✱
✱]
[7] Command Output Functions
There are four output functions available to the user. Entering [✱]
[7] [1-4] [Access Code, if required] will
activate any output programmed for options [19]-[22] (respectively). Each function can be performed
when the system is either armed or disarmed.
For more information regarding these output types, see Section 5.10 “PGM Output Options.”
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [8] Installer Programming
Enter [✱][8] followed by the Installer Code to enter Installer Programming
(See Section 4.0 “How to Program”).
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [9] Arming Without Entry Delay
When a Partition is armed with the [✱][9] command the panel will remove the entry delay from the
partition. After the exit delay, Delay 1 and Delay 2 type zones will be instant and Stay/Away zones will
remain bypassed.
(See Section 5.1 “Zone Definitions”).
For more information regarding this feature, see the PC5015 Instruction Manual (“Alternate Arming
Methods – Arming Without Entry Delay”).
The entry delay can be activated/deactivated at any time while the system is armed by pressing [✱][9].
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [0] Quick Arm
If the Quick Arm Enable option is enabled the panel can be armed by entering [✱][0]. This is a useful
method of arming a Partition when someone without a access code will be required to arm a Partition.
The Quick Arm feature must be enabled in order for the Stay/Away function keys to operate as
intended. If the feature is not enabled, the user will be required to enter their access code after
pressing the Stay or Away function key in order to arm the system in the stay or away mode.
[✱✱
✱✱
✱] [0] Quick Exit
Quick Exit will allow someone to leave an armed premise through a Delay type zone without having to
disarm and rearm the system.
When [✱][0] is entered, if the Quick Exit Enabled option is enabled, the panel will provide a two minute
window to exit. During this time the panel will ignore the first activation of a Delay type zone. When the
Delay zone is secured the panel will end the two minute time period.
If a second Delay zone is tripped, or if the zone is not restored after two minutes, the panel will start entry delay.
If Quick Exit is used on a partitioned system, Keypad Blanking and Access Code Required to Remove
Blanking should be enabled.
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Quick Arm Enable................................................... Section [015], Option [4]
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Quick Exit Enable ................................................... Section [015], Option [3]
3.5 Function Keys
There are five function keys on the PC5015 keypads labelled Stay, Away, Chime, Reset and Exit. The operation
of these keys is described below. The function is activated by pressing and holding the key for 2 seconds.
“Stay” - Stay Arm
Arms the partition to which the keypad is assigned. All Stay/Away type zones will be automatically
bypassed. Delay type zones will provide entry and exit delay. The Quick Arm feature must be enabled for
this key to function
(Section [015], Option [4]) . If Quick Arming is not enabled, the user must enter their
access code after pressing the function key in order to arm the system in the Stay mode.
“Away” - Away Arm