DSC Power 864 User manual

Installation
Manual
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.
PC5020 Version 3.0
DLS-3 v1.2 and higher
(with the PC5020 Driver Pack)

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digi-
tal Security Controls Ltd. could void your authority to use this equip-
ment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radi-
ate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
• Re-orient the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the FCC useful: “How
to Identify and Resolve Radio/Television Interference Problems”. This book-
let is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C.
20402, Stock # 004-000-00345-4.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the side of
this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the
FCC registration number of this equipment.
Notification to Telephone Company The customer shall notify the tele-
phone company of the particular line to which the connection will be
made, and provide the FCC registration number and the ringer equiva-
lence of the protective circuit.
FCC Registration Number: F53CAN-34330-AL-E
Ringer Equivalence Number: 0.1B
USOC Jack: RJ31X
Telephone Connection Requirements Except for the telephone company
provided ringers, all connections to the telephone network shall be made
through standard plugs and telephone company provided jacks, or equiva-
lent, in such a manner as to allow for easy, immediate disconnection of the
terminal equipment. Standard jacks shall be so arranged that, if the plug
connected thereto is withdrawn, no interference to the operation of the
equipment at the customer’s premises which remains connected to the
telephone network shall occur by reason of such withdrawal.
Incidence of Harm Should terminal equipment or protective circuitry
cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where
practicable, notify the customer that temporary disconnection of service
may be required; however, where prior notice is not practicable, the tele-
phone company may temporarily discontinue service if such action is
deemed reasonable in the circumstances. In the case of such temporary
discontinuance, the telephone company shall promptly notify the customer
and will be given the opportunity to correct the situation.
Additional Telephone Company Information The security control panel
must be properly connected to the telephone line with a USOC RJ-31X
telephone jack.
The FCC prohibits customer-provided terminal equipment be connected to
party lines or to be used in conjunction with coin telephone service. Inter-
connect rules may vary from state to state.
Changes in Telephone Company Equipment or Facilities The telephone
company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures, where such actions are reasonably required and
proper in its business. Should any such changes render the customer’s ter-
minal equipment incompatible with the telephone company facilities the
customer shall be given adequate notice to the effect modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) The REN is useful to determine the
quantity of devices that you may connect to your telephone line and still
have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is called. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to
one line should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of
devices that you may connect to your line, you may want to contact your
local telephone company.
Equipment Maintenance Facility If you experience trouble with this tele-
phone equipment, please contact the facility indicated below for informa-
tion on obtaining service or repairs. The telephone company may ask that
you disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has
been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunction-
ing.
Digital Security Controls Ltd. 160 Washburn St., Lockport, NY 14094

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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction 1
1.1 About the Power864 System ........................................ 1
1.2 About the Power864 Manual Set ................................. 1
1.3 Main Panel Specifications ............................................. 1
1.4 Additional Devices ........................................................ 2
1.5 Out of the Box ............................................................. 4
Section 2: Installation and Wiring 5
2.1 Installation Steps .......................................................... 5
2.2 Terminal Descriptions ................................................... 5
2.3 Keybus Operation and Wiring ....................................... 6
2.4 Current Ratings - Modules and Accessories .................. 6
2.5 Assigning Zones to Zone Expanders .............................. 7
2.6 Keypad Assignment ...................................................... 8
2.7 Confirming Module Supervision ................................... 8
2.8 Removing Modules ....................................................... 8
2.9 Zone Wiring ................................................................. 8
2.10 Keypad Zones ............................................................. 10
Section 3: How to Program 11
3.1 How to Enter Installer Programming ........................... 11
3.2 Programming Decimal Data ........................................ 11
3.3 Programming Hexadecimal Data ................................. 11
3.4 Programming Toggle Options ..................................... 11
3.5 Viewing Programming ................................................ 12
Section 4: Keypad Commands 13
4.1 Access Codes ............................................................. 13
4.2 Arming and Disarming ............................................... 14
4.3 [*] Commands ........................................................... 15
4.4 Function Keys ............................................................. 17
4.5 Global and Partition Keypad Operation ....................... 19
4.6 Features Available for the LCD5500Z .......................... 19
Section 5: Programming Sections 20
5.1 Zone Definitions .........................................................20
5.2 Zone Attributes ...........................................................21
5.3 Partitions and Zone Assignment ..................................22
5.4 Communicator - Dialing ..............................................22
5.5 Communicator - Telephone Numbers .........................23
5.6 Communicator - Account Codes .................................23
5.7 Communicator - Reporting Formats ............................23
5.8 Communicator - Reporting Codes ...............................25
5.9 Downloading ..............................................................26
5.10 Telephone Line Monitoring (TLM) ...............................27
5.11 Test Transmissions ......................................................27
5.12 Programmable Outputs ...............................................28
5.13 Bell Options ................................................................29
5.14 Fire, Auxiliary, and Panic Keys .....................................30
5.15 Arming and Disarming Options ...................................30
5.16 Automatic Arming ......................................................30
5.17 Entry and Exit Delay Options .......................................31
5.18 Event Buffer ................................................................32
5.19 Swinger Shutdown .....................................................32
5.20 Keypad Options ..........................................................32
5.21 Tamper Options ..........................................................32
5.22 Loop Response ...........................................................33
5.23 Daylight Savings Time .................................................33
5.24 Clock Adjust ...............................................................33
5.25 Timebase ...................................................................33
5.26 LINKS1000/GSM1000 Cellular Communicator ............33
5.27 Module Programming .................................................34
5.28 Factory Default ...........................................................34
5.29 Installer Lockout .........................................................35
5.30 Walk Test ...................................................................35
Appendix A: Reporting Codes 36

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PC5020 Wiring Diagram

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Section 1: Introduction
1.1 About the Power864 System
The Power864 is a high end security system. It supports up to 64
zones, 8 separate partitions, and 32 users.
The user interface is simple and easy to use. The LCD5500Z key-
pad guides users through their available options with easy-to-
understand prompts.
The status of the Power864 system can be monitored over tele-
phone lines, or using an “Alternative” communicating device
(see section 5.26 “LINKS1000/GSM1000 Cellular Communica-
tor” on page 33).
The PC5020 main board comes with 4 programmable outputs,
and you can add up to 10 more using PC5204 and PC5208 mod-
ules. You can program the outputs to control things such as
doorstrikes and lights, using 21 different output options (see sec-
tion 5.12 “Programmable Outputs” on page 28).
You can program the Power864 using any system keypad, or
using DLS-3 downloading software and a computer (see section
Section 3: “How to Program” on page 11).
Before you begin installing the Power864 security system, you
should review the complete Power864 manual set.
1.2 About the Power864 Manual Set
Installer Manuals
This manual is for people who will be installing Power864 sys-
tems. Read the entire manual carefully before beginning your
installation.
This manual describes:
• An overview of the system (Section 1: “Introduction”)
• How to install and wire the system and its modules (Section
2: “Installation and Wiring”)
• An introduction to the user interface and keypad operation
(Section 4: “Keypad Commands”)
• How to program the system (Section 3: “How to Program”)
• An overview of the main system programming sections (Sec-
tion 5: “Programming Sections”)
Be sure to record all your system programming in the Program-
ming Worksheets.
If you will be adding modules to your Power864 system, please
read the Installation Instructions that come with each module.
User Manual
One user manual comes with the Power864 system. The User’s
Guide provides easy to follow instructions for end users. Install-
ers should also review this manual, in order to properly instruct
the end users once the installation is complete.
1.3 Main Panel 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 64 zones
• Keypads with zone inputs available (PC5508Z, PC5516Z,
PC5532Z, LCD5500Z, LCD5501Z)
• Hardwired expansion available using the PC5108 Eight Zone
Expansion Module, and the PC5700/5720 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
• Up to 8 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 outputs, 21 programmable options
• Three low current (50 mA) PGM outputs on main panel
(PGM1, PGM3, PGM4)
• One high current (300 mA) PGM output on main panel
(PGM2)
• 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, 40VA, permanently connected
• Battery = 12 volt 4 Ah minimum rechargeable sealed lead
acid
Environmental Conditions:
• Operating Temperature = 2oC to 40oC (36oF to 104oF)
• Relative Humidity = max. 90%, non-condensing
• Pollution Degree = max. 2
• Overvoltage category II
Remote Keypad Specifications:
• 5 different keypads available:
- PC5508Z 8 Zone LED keypad
- PC5532Z 32 Zone LED keypad
- PC5516Z 16 Zone LED keypad
- LCD5500Z Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) keypad
- LCD5501Z LCD-style keypad

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• “Z” version keypads have one zone input
• Each keypad has 5 fully programmable function keys
• Connect up to 8 keypads
• Four wire (Quad) connection to Keybus
• Built in piezoelectric buzzer
Digital Communicator Specifications:
• Supports all major formats including SIA, Contact ID, and Res-
idential Dial
• Split reporting of selected transmissions to each telephone
number
• 3 programmable telephone numbers
• 1 system account number, plus 8 partition account numbers
• Supports LINKS1000/GSM1000 cellular communication
• DTMF and pulse dialing
• DPDT line seizure
• Anti-jam detection
• Event-initiated personal paging
System Supervision Features
The PC5020 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
False Alarm Prevention Features
• Audible Exit Delay
• Audible Exit Fault
• Urgency on Entry Delay
•QuickExit
• Swinger Shutdown
• Recent Closing Transmission
• Cross Zone Alarm
• Burglary-verified timer
• Double Hit Timer
• Communication Delay
• Rotating Keypress Buffer
Additional Features
• Automatic arming by partition at a 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 the main panel
• Event buffer can be printed using PC5400 RS232 Serial Inter-
face module
• Supports the Escort5580 Voice Prompt Module, with automa-
tion and lighting control
• 256 event buffer, time and date stamped
• Uploading/downloading capability
• Daylight savings time option
• Downlook support (DLM-4L v1.0 and PC5108L)
1.4 Additional Devices
In addition to the information below, see the back cover for a
DSC Module Compatibility table.
Keypads
A maximum of 8 keypads can be connected to the control panel.
You can connect any combination of the following listed. Differ-
ent keypads (with function keys) can be used for different size
systems: 8 zone, 16 zone, 32 zone, and 64 zone.
• PC5508Z: 8 zone LED keypad, with one zone input
• PC5532Z: 32 zone LED keypad, with one zone input
• PC5516Z: 16 zone LED keypad, with one zone input
• LCD5500Z: LCD keypad, with one zone input
• LCD5501Z: LCD-style keypad, with one zone input
NOTE: The following keypad versions can only be used on
the first two partitions (Partition 1 and Partition 2), and the
first 8, 16, or 32 zones:
PC5508(Z), PC5516(Z), PC5532(Z) versions v2.00 and lower
LCD5500(Z) versions 2.x and lower
LCD5501Z versions 1.x and lower
PC5100 2-Wire Addressable Device Interface Module
The PC5100 module is used to connect 2-wire addressable
devices to the system. Up to 32 2-wire addressable devices can
be added to the system
NOTE: PC5100 v1.0 and lower modules can only support
the first 32 zones on the Power864 system.
PC5108 Eight Zone Expander Module
Eight zone expander module can be used to increase the number
of zones on the system. Up to 7 modules can be connected to
increase the system zones to a maximum of 64. (See the PC5108
Installation Instructions Sheet.)
NOTE: PC5108 v1.0 and lower modules can only support
the first 32 zones on the Power864 system. PC5108 v1.0 and
lower modules enroll as two modules and use up two
supervisory slots.
NOTE: Do not mix PC5108 v1.x and lower modules with
PC5108 v2.0 and higher modules on the same system.
PC5132 Wireless Receiver Module
The PC5132 Wireless Receiver module can be used to connect up
to 32 wireless devices. All devices are fully supervised and use
standard ‘AAA’ or ‘AA’ alkaline batteries. (See the PC5132 Instal-
lation Manual for details.)
NOTE: Only the first 32 zones on the Power864 system can
be used as wireless zones.
Additional wireless devices are available:

Introduction: 1.4 Additional Devices
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WLS904 Wireless Motion Detector
The Wireless Motion Detector can be used in conjunction with
the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include wireless space protec-
tion. 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 detec-
tion. The unit comes with six ‘AA’ batteries.
WLS907 Wireless Universal Transmitter
The Wireless Slimline Universal Transmitter can be used with the
PC5132 Wireless Receiver to add wireless door or window con-
tacts. 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 protec-
tion. The unit comes with 1 mini 12V battery (not user change-
able).
WLS909 Wireless Key
The Wireless Key can be used in conjunction with the PC5132
Wireless Receiver to include a simple and mobile method of arm-
ing 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 Key-
pads.
WLS912 Wireless Glassbreak Detector
The Wireless Glassbreak Detector can be used in conjunction
with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include wireless glassbreak
detection. The unit comes with three ‘AA’ batteries.
WLS914 Dual PIR Wireless Motion Detector
The Dual PIR Wireless Motion Detector can be used in conjunc-
tion with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver to include wireless space
protection. The unit comes with four ‘AAA’ batteries.
WLS915 Wireless Universal Transmitter
The WLS915 Wireless Universal Transmitter is a smaller transmit-
ter that can be used with the PC5132 Wireless Receiver. The unit
comes with three ‘AAA’ batteries and has built-in contacts.
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 programmable high current volt-
age outputs. (See PC5204 Installation Instructions for details.)
PC5208 Eight Low Current Output Module
Adds eight programmable low current outputs (50 mA) to the
control. (See the PC5208 Installation Instructions for details.)
NOTE: If you use both the main panel and the PC5208 out-
puts, PGM3 will work the same as the first PC5208 output,
and PGM4 will work the same as the second PC5208 out-
put.
Escort5580 Module
This Escort5580 module will turn any touch-tone telephone 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 the Escort5580 Installation Manual
for details.)
NOTE: Users will not be able to access partitions 3 to 8, and
zones 33 to 64 through Escort5580 versions 2.x and lower.
Only partitions 1 and 2, and zones 1 to 32 are supported on
these versions.
PC5928 Audio Interface Module
The PC5928 Audio Interface module is a simple way to incorpo-
rate paging, intercom, baby listen-in and door answer to the
PC5020 control panel. The module also has built-in two-way
voice capability for central station (See the PC5928 Installation
Manual for details).
NOTE: The PC5928 version 1.x and lower will only support
partitions 1 and 2, and zones 1 to 32.
Three additional devices are available:
• PC5921 Intercom Audio Station can be used in conjunction
with the PC5928 Audio Interface Module.
• PC5921 EXT Door Box Audio Station can be used in conjunc-
tion with the PC5928 Audio Interface Module.
• PC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio Station can be used in con-
junction 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.
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 Installation Manual for details.)
NOTE: The PC5400 v2.x and lower only supports events on
partitions 1 and 2, and zones 1-32.
LINKS1000/GSM1000 Cellular Communicator
The LINKS1000/GSM1000 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 sepa-
rate battery and transformer (see section 5.26 “LINKS1000/
GSM1000 Cellular Communicator” on page 33).
Downlook Support: PC5108L and DLM-4 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 v1.0 Video Trans-
mission module and the PC5020 control panel. The PC5108L is
also an 8-camera video switcher.
For more information on either module, see their respective
installation manuals.
NOTE: The PC5108L module can only be assigned zones
from 1 to 32. The PC5108L will not support zones 33 to 64.
Camera scripts can only be run for zones 1 to 32. The
PC5108L enrolls as two expander modules and use up two
supervisory slots.
NOTE: Do not mix PC5108L v1.x and lower modules with
PC5108 v2.0 and higher modules on the same system.

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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.
PC5720 Fire Module
This is a zone expansion fire module that can be used for ULC-
listed non-residential fire applications. The PC5720 can also be
used as an interface between the control panel and either a serial
printer or a DVAC communications network.
NOTE: The PC5700 and PC5720 each enroll as two expander
modules and use up two supervisory slots.
NOTE: Do not mix PC5700 and PC5720 v1.x and lower mod-
ules with PC5108 v2.0 and higher modules on the same sys-
tem.
Cabinets
Several different cabinets are available for the PC5020 modules.
They are as follows:
•PC5003C Main Control Cabinet for the PC5020 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 Mod-
ule 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.
Backplates
There are two different backplates available for keypads to
mount an Audio Station next to a keypad:
PC55BP1 Backplate
Use this backplate when mounting an
Audio Station next to a keypad. Dimen-
sions 208mm x 115mm x 18mm / 8.2”
x 4.5” x 0.25” approximately.
PC55BP2 Backplate
Use this backplate when mounting an
Audio Station next to a keypad. In
addition the backplate will allow you to
mount a PC5108 Zone Expander Mod-
ule or the PC5208 Eight Low Current
Output Module. Dimensions 208mm x
115mm x 18mm / 8.2” x 4.5” x 0.7”
approximately.
1.5 Out of the Box
Check that the following equipment is included in your system:
• one PC5020 main control cabinet
• one PC5020 circuit board
• one LCD5501Z / LCD5500Z keypad
• one set of manuals:
- one Installation Manual
- one Programming Worksheets
- one User’s Guide (for the end-user)
• one hardware pack consisting of:
- five plastic circuit-board standoffs
- seventeen 5600Ωresistors
- one 1000Ωresistor

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Section 2: Installation and Wiring
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 detec-
tion 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.
NOTE:Complete all wiring before applying AC or connect-
ing 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. Fol-
low 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, telephone line
connections, ground connections or any other wiring necessary.
Follow the guidelines provided in section 2.2 “Terminal Descrip-
tions”.
Step 7 Power up the Control Panel
Once all zone wiring and Keybus wiring is complete, power up
the control panel.
NOTE: 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 super-
vised. Follow the guideline provided in section 2.6 to assign key-
pads.
Step 9 Confirming Module Supervision (Section 2.7)
By default, all modules are supervised upon installation. Supervi-
sion is enabled at all times so that the panel can indicate a trou-
ble if a module is removed from the system.
To confirm that each module is properly supervised, 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 vari-
ous 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 func-
tions are operating as programmed.
2.2 Terminal Descriptions
NOTE:AC Terminals - AC
The panel requires a 16.5 volt, 40 VA transformer. Connect the
transformer to an unswitched AC source and connect the trans-
former to these terminals.
The panel can be programmed to accept a power line frequency
of either 50Hz AC or 60Hz AC in programming section [701],
option [1].
NOTE:Do not connect the transformer until all other wiring
is complete.
AC Power Line Frequency . . . . . . . . . .Section [701], Option [1]
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.
NOTE: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.
The High Current Charge/Standard Battery Charge option
(section [701], option [7]) allows you to choose between a high
current battery charge and the standard battery charge rate.
High Current/Standard Battery Charge . . . . . Section [701]: [7]
Auxiliary Power Terminals - AUX+ and GND
These terminals provide up to 550 mA of additional current at 12
VDC 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 tempo-
rarily 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 (with
stand-by battery; 700 mA continuous) for powering bells, sirens,
strobes or other warning type equipment. Connect the positive

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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 pre-
vent the panel from displaying a trouble condition (see section
“[*][2] Trouble Display” on page 15).
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” on page 6.
Programmable Outputs - PGM1, PGM2, PGM3, PGM4
Each PGM output is designed so that
when activated by the panel, the termi-
nal will switch to ground
PGM1, PGM3, and PGM4 can each
sink up to 50 mA of current. These
PGMs can be used to activate LEDs or a
small buzzer. Connect the positive side
of the LED or buzzer to AUX+, the neg-
ative side to the PGM.
PGM2 is a high current output
(300mA) and operates similarly to
PGM1. 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 con-
trol 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” on page
8.
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 man-
ner:
Connect the PC5020 and modules that use the telephone line(s)
in the following order:
For example, if you are installing a PC5020 with a LINKS1000/
GSM1000 and a PC5928 Intercom module, connect the incom-
ing line to the LINKS1000/GSM1000, then from the LINKS1000/
GSM1000 to the PC5020, then from the PC5020 to the PC5928
Intercom and then from the PC5928 to the house telephones
NOTE: For proper operation there must be no other tele-
phone equipment connected between the control panel
and the telephone company facilities.
Do not connect the alarm panel communicator to tele-
phone lines intended for use with a FAX machine. These
lines may incorporate a voice filter which disconnects the
line if anything other than FAX signals are detected, result-
ing in incomplete transmissions.
2.3 Keybus Operation and Wiring
The Keybus is used by the panel to communicate with all mod-
ules 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.
NOTE: The 4 Keybus terminals of the panel must be con-
nected 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
Module (A) is wired cor-
rectly 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 Power864 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.

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System Outputs (all 12 VDC)
PC5020 Device Ratings (@ 12 VDC)
• LCD5500 Keypad: 50 mA
• PC5532 Keypad: 45 mA
• PC5516 Keypad: 45 mA
• PC5508 Keypad: 45 mA
• LCD5500Z Keypad: 85 mA
• LCD5501Z Keypad: 45mA
• PC5532Z Keypad: 85 mA
• PC5516Z Keypad: 85 mA
• PC5508Z Keypad: 85 mA
• PC5108 Zone Module: 35 mA
• PC5108L Downlook Interface: 60 mA
• PC5132 Wireless Module: 125 mA
• PC5204 Output Module: 20 mA
• PC5208 Output Module: 50 mA
• Escort5580 Module: 150 mA
• PC5400 Printer Module: 65 mA
• PC5700 Fire Module: 150 mA
• PC5928 Audio Interface Module: 65 mA
• PC5921 Intercom Audio Station: 20 mA
• PC5921 EXT Door Box Audio Station: 20 mA
• PC5921 EXT/R Door Box Audio Station: 35 mA
• DLM-4L v1.0: 180 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 one group of 8 zones. Each mod-
ule must be set to assign the specific zones to the expander. To
do this, set the jumpers located on the expander to the proper
settings.
NOTE: PC5108 v1.0 and lower modules can only support
the first 32 zones on the Power864 system. PC5108 v1.0 and
lower, PC5108L, PC5700, and PC5720 each enroll as two
expander modules.
NOTE: Before a zone expander will work properly, you
must set the jumpers so the panel can determine the cor-
rect zone assignment.
The following are the jumper settings for different zone assign-
ments for PC5108 v2.0 modules. If you need to enroll PC5108
v1.0, PC5108L, PC5700, or PC5720 modules, please refer to the
appropriate module Installation Instruction Sheet for the correct
jumper settings.
The following is a diagrams of the PC5108 zone expander mod-
ules and where the jumper switches are located. Refer to the
Installation Instruction sheet for the module for more informa-
tion.
NOTE: Only jumpers J1, J2, and J3 determine the zone
assignment for the module
PC5020 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 bat-
tery connected.
PC5204 VAUX: 1.0 A.
Continuous Rating. Subtract for each device
connected.
3.0 A.
Short Term. Available only with stand-by bat-
tery connected.
PC5208 VAUX: 250 mA.
Subtract for each device connected. Subtract
the total load on this terminal from the
PC5020 VAUX/Keybus output.
PC5108 VAUX: 100 mA.
Subtract for each device connected. Subtract
the total load on this terminal from the
PC5020 VAUX/Keybus output.
Module Jumpers System Zones
Assigned
J1 J2 J3
ON ON ON Zones disabled
OFF ON ON Zones 09 - 16
ON OFF ON Zones 17 - 24
OFF OFF ON Zones 25 - 32
ON ON OFF Zones 33 - 40
OFF ON OFF Zones 41 - 48
ON OFF OFF Zones 49 - 56
OFF OFF OFF Zones 57 - 64

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2.6 Keypad Assignment
There are 8 available slots for keypads. LED and LCD5501Z key-
pads by default are assigned to slot 1. The LCD5500Z 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 super-
vise the keypad connection to indicate a trouble condition if it is
removed. Also keypads can be assigned to operate a specific par-
tition, or to operate as a global keypad.
How to Assign Keypads
NOTE:All keypad assignment must be done at each keypad
on the system. When using LCD5500(Z) keypads, one key-
pad must remain in slot 8. Do not assign more than one
keypad to the same slot.
NOTE: The following keypad versions can only be used on
the first two partitions (Partition 1 and Partition 2), and the
first 8, 16, or 32 zones:
PC5508(Z), PC5516(Z), PC5532(Z) versions v2.00 and lower
LCD5500(Z) versions 2.x and lower
LCD5501Z versions 1.x and lower
To assign a keypad to a slot and select the partition it will oper-
ate, enter the following:
1. Enter Installer Programming
2. Press [000] for Keypad Programming
3. Press [0] for Partition and Slot Assignment
4. Enter a two digit number to specify the partition and slot
assignment.
1st digit enter 0 for Global operation, or
enter 1-8 for Partitions 1-8
2nd digit enter 1 to 8 for Slot Assignment
5. Press the [#] key twice to exit programming.
6. Continue this procedure at each keypad until all have been
assigned to the correct slot and partition.
How to Program Function Keys
Each of the 5 function keys on each keypad may be programmed
for different operation.
1. Enter Installer Programming.
2. Press [000] for Keypad Programming.
3. Enter [1] to [5] to select function key to program.
4. Enter a 2-digit number for the function key option - [00] to
[21].
5. Continue from step 3 until all function keys are programmed.
6. Press [#] key twice to exit Installer Programming.
For a complete list of Function Key options, see section 4.4
“Function Keys” on page 17.
2.7 Confirming Module Supervision
By default, all modules are supervised upon installation. Supervi-
sion is enabled at all times so that the panel can indicate a trou-
ble if a module is removed from the system.
To check which modules are currently connected and supervised:
1. Press [*] [8] [Installer Code] to enter Installer Programming.
2. Press [903] to display all modules.
3. The LCD keypad will allow you to scroll through the modules.
NOTE: Module supervision will not display correctly at an
LCD5500Z v2.x and lower keypad.
In LED keypads, zone lights will be turned on according to
what modules the panel has found on the system. Refer to
the following chart:
Keypad Light Module/Device Present
[1] Keypad 1
[2] Keypad 2
[3] Keypad 3
[4] Keypad 4
[5] Keypad 5
[6] Keypad 6
[7] Keypad 7
[8] Keypad 8
[9] Zones 9 to 16
[10] Zones 17 to 24
[11] Zones 25 to 32
[12] Zones 33 to 40
[13] Zones 41 to 48
[14] Zones 49 to 56
[15] PC5100
[16] Zones 57 to 64
[17] PC5132
[18] PC5208
[19] PC5204
[20] PC5400
[21] PC5928
[22] LINKS2X50
[23] DLM-4L v1.0
[24] Escort5580
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
• there is a Keybus wiring problem
• the module is more than 1,000'/305m from the panel
• the module does not have enough power
• the PC5132 does not have any devices added
2.8 Removing Modules
If a module is no longer required on the system, the panel must
be told to stop supervising the module. To do this:
1. Remove the module from the Keybus.
2. Press [*] [8] [Installer Code] to enter Installer Programming.
3. Press [902] to enable supervision. The panel will automatically
search for all modules on the system, will see that the module
has been removed, and will stop supervising it.
4. Once the search is complete (it will take about 1 minute) enter
section [903] to confirm that the correct modules are super-
vised on the system.
2.9 Zone Wiring
For a complete description of the operation of all zone types,
please see section 5.1 “Zone Definitions” on page 20.
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 wir-
ing.
NOTE:Any zone programmed for Fire or 24 Hour Supervi-
sory must be wired with a single End of Line (EOL) resistor
regardless of the type of zone wiring supervision selected

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for the panel (section [013], options [1] and [2]). See 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.
Normally Closed (NC) Loops
To enable normally closed loops, programming section [013],
option [1] must be ON.
NOTE: This option should only be selected if Normally
Closed (NC) devices/contacts are being used.
Normally Closed Loops. . . . . . . . . . . . Section [013], Option [1]
Single End Of Line (EOL) Resistors
To enable panel detection of single end-of-line resistors, pro-
gramming section [013], options [1] and [2] must be OFF.
NOTE: This option should be selected if either Normally
Closed (NC) or Normally Open (NO) detection devices or
contacts are being used.
End of Line Resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section [013], Option [1]
Single End of Line Resistors . . . . . . . . Section [013], Option [2]
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, pro-
gramming section [013], option [1] must be OFF and option [2]
must be ON.
NOTE: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 Supervi-
sory zones. Do not wire Fire zones to keypad zone termi-
nals 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.
The following chart shows zone status under certain conditions:
End-of-Line Resistors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [013], Option [1]
Double End-of-Line Resistors . . . . . . . .Section [013], Option [2]
Fire Zone Wiring - 4-wire Smoke Detectors
All zones defined as Fire (see section 5.1 “Zone Definitions” on
page 20)must be wired according to the following diagram:
For a complete description of how fire zones operate, see section
5.1 “Zone Definitions” on page 20.
Keyswitch Zone Wiring
Zones may be programmed to be used as keyswitch arming
zones and must be wired according to the following diagram:
For a complete description of how keyswitch zones operate, see
section 5.1 “Zone Definitions” on page 20.
LINKS1000/GSM1000 Supervisory (24 Hour Supervi-
sory)
When using the LINKS1000/GSM1000 cellular communicator,
any main board zone may be configured for LINKS1000/
GSM1000 Supervision. Program this zone as zone type (09), 24
Hour Supervisory in section [001].
With a 24 Hour Supervisory zone, if the LINKS1000/GSM1000
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).
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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Wire this zone according to the diagram:
LINKS1000 Answer
If the LINKS1000 cellular communicator is being used a zone may
be configured for LINKS1000 Answer to allow downloading to
be performed in the event of telephone line failure.
When the LINKS1000 receives a telephone call it will activate the
RING terminal on the LINKS1000 circuit board. This terminal can
be used to violate a zone programmed as (24) LINKS1000
Answer (see section 5.1 “Zone Definitions” on page 20), causing
the panel to seize the telephone line and begin communication
with the downloading computer.
The zone programmed as LINKS1000 Answer ALWAYS requires a
single EOL resistor (5600Ω) and must be wired according to this
diagram:
NOTE: The LINKS1000 Answer zone is only required for
downloading to the panel via the LINKS1000, or for
remotely connecting to the Escort5580 module via the
LINKS1000.
NOTE:When using the LINKS1000/GSM1000, Busy Tone
Detection must not be used.
NOTE:Keypad zones cannot be used for 24 Hour Supervi-
sory or LINKS1000 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 2.9 “Zone Wir-
ing” on page 8. End of line resistors must be placed on the
device end of the loop, not at the keypad.
NOTE: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” on page 8).
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 cor-
responding to the keypad to which each zone is connected.
NOTE:If a keypad zone input is assigned on zone number
from 1 to 8, the corresponding zone cannot be used on the
main control panel.
Once the keypad zones are assigned, you must also pro-
gram zone definitions and zone attributes (see section 5.1
“Zone Definitions” on page 20, and section 5.2 “Zone
Attributes” on page 21).

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Section 3: How to Program
The following section of the manual describes how to enter
Installer Programming and how to program the various sections.
NOTE:It is extremely important that you read the following
section of the manual to completely understand how to
program the panel.
3.1 How to Enter Installer Programming
Installer Programming is used to program all communicator and
panel options. The Installer Code is [5555] at default, but
should be changed to prevent unauthorized access to program-
ming.
NOTE: Once the Installer’s Mode is exited, the system will
reset. This will take 15 seconds. Do not attempt to perform
any system function during this reset period. In addition, all
outputs will return to their normal, deactivated state (or
activated if inverted).
LED Keypad
Step 1: From any keypad enter [*][8][Installer Code].
• The ‘Program’ light will flash to indicate you are in program-
ming
• The ‘Armed’ light will turn on to indicate the panel is waiting
for the 3 digit Section number to program
Step 2: Enter the 3 digit Section number you want to program.
• The Armed light will turn off
• The Ready light will turn on to indicate the panel is ready for
the information for the selected Section
NOTE:If the 3 digit section number entered is not valid or
the module that pertains to the Section is not present, the
keypad will sound a 2 second beep or error tone.
LCD Keypad
Step 1: From any keypad enter [*][8][Installer Code].
The Keypad will display ‘Enter Section’ followed by three dashes.
Step 2: Enter the 3 digit Section number you want to program.
The keypad will now display information for the section entered.
Installer Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Section [006]
3.2 Programming Decimal Data
When the Ready light is ON the panel is waiting for the informa-
tion to be programmed for the selected Section. Enter the infor-
mation written in the boxes for the Section found in the
Programming Worksheets.
If a digit is entered for each program box in a Section the panel
will automatically exit from the Section. It will turn OFF the Ready
light and turn the Armed light back ON.
You can also press the [#] key to exit a Section before entering
data for every box. This is handy if you only need to change the
first few program boxes. All other locations in the Section will
remain unchanged. If the [#] key is pressed the panel will turn
OFF the Ready light, turn ON the Armed light and exit you from
the Section.
3.3 Programming Hexadecimal Data
On occasion, hexadecimal (HEX) digits may be required. To pro-
gram a HEX digit press the [*] key. The panel will enter HEX pro-
gramming and Ready light will begin to flash.
The following table indicates which number should be pressed to
enter the corresponding HEX digit:
1 = A 2 = B 3 = C 4 = D 5 = E 6 = F
After the correct HEX digit is entered the Ready light will con-
tinue to flash. If another HEX digit is required press the corre-
sponding number. If a decimal digit is required press the [*] key
again. The Ready light will turn on solid and the panel will return
to regular decimal programming.
NOTE:It is important to watch the Ready light. If the light is
flashing any number you enter will be programmed as the
HEX equivalent.
Example: To enter ‘C1’ for a closing by user 1, you would enter
[*] [3] [*], [1]
[*] to enter Hexadecimal mode (Ready light flashes)
[3] to enter C
[*] to return to decimal mode (Ready light is solid)
[1] to enter digit 1
If you enter information into a section and make a mistake, press
the [#] key to exit the section. Select that section again and re-
enter the information correctly.
If you are using a pulse communications format, a decimal zero
[0] does not transmit. Programming a zero [0] tells the panel not
to send any pulses for that digit. Decimal zero [0] is a filler digit.
To make a zero [0] transmit, it must be programmed as a Hexa-
decimal ‘A’.
Example: for the three digit account number ‘403’, you would
enter [4], [*] [1] [*] [3], [0].
[4] to enter the digit 4
[*] to enter Hexadecimal mode (Ready light flashes)
[1] to enter A
[*] to return to decimal mode (Ready light is solid)
[3] to enter the digit 3
[0] to enter the digit 0 as a filler digit.
3.4 Programming Toggle Options
Some Sections contain several toggle options. The panel will use
zone lights 1 through 8 to indicate if the different options are
enabled or disabled. Refer to the Programming Worksheets to
determine what each option represents and whether the light
should be ON or OFF for your application.
Press the number corresponding to the option to toggle the light
ON or OFF.
Once all the toggle options have been selected correctly press the
[#] key to exit the Section and save the changes. The panel will
turn off the Ready light and turn on the Armed light.

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3.5 Viewing Programming
LED and LCD5501Z Keypads
Any programming section can be viewed from an LED or
LCD5501Z keypad. When a programming section is entered, the
keypad will immediately display the first digit of information pro-
grammed in that section.
The keypad displays the information using a binary format,
according to the following chart:
See Hex data
entry instructions
Press any of the Emergency Keys (Fire, Auxiliary or Panic) to
advance to the next digit.
When all the digits in a section have been viewed, the panel will
exit the section: the Ready Light will turn OFF, and the Armed
light will turn ON, waiting for the next three-digit programming
section number to be entered.
Press the [#] key to exit the section
LCD Keypad
When a programming section is entered, the keypad will immedi-
ately display all the information programmed in that section. Use
the arrow keys (< >) to scroll through the data being displayed.
To exit the section, scroll past the end of the data displayed, or
press the [#] key.

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Section 4: Keypad Commands
Use any system keypad to enter commands, or to program the Power864 security system. The LED keypad uses function and zone indi-
cator lights to represent alarm functions and status. The LCD keypad provides a written description on the liquid crystal display and uses
function indicator lights to communicate alarm status to the user.
The Power864 Instruction Manual provides basic directions for arming and disarming the system, bypassing zones and performing user
functions from the keypads. The following sections provide additional details on these functions.
4.1 Access Codes
All access codes can arm and disarm any partition they are
enabled for, and can activate the PGM outputs using the [*][7]
commands (see section “[*] [7] Command Output Functions”
on page 17).
For instructions on programming access codes, see the Power864
Instruction Manual (“Programming Access Codes”).
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 assigned
partitions. Additional access code attributes are also programma-
ble to determine what abilities the code will have.
You can program partition assignments and access code
attributes by following the instructions in this section.
Duress Codes - Access Codes [33] and [34]
When a Duress Code is used to perform any function the panel
will send a Duress Reporting Code to the central station (see sec-
tion 5.8 “Communicator - Reporting Codes” on page 25).
Supervisor Codes - Access Codes [41] and [42]
Supervisor Codes can program additional access codes. By
default, Supervisor codes have the same partition and attribute
programming as the Master code. You can change the partition
and attribute programming for these codes by following the
instructions in this section.
System Master Code - Access Code [40]
By default the System Master Code is enabled to operate on all
partitions, and can perform any keypad function. This code can
be used to program all access codes, including the Supervisor
Codes and Duress Codes.
If the Master Code Not Changeable option is enabled the Sys-
tem Master Code can only be changed using Installer Program-
ming.
Maintenance Code
The maintenance code can only be used to arm and disarm the
system. It cannot be used to bypass zones, to access the
Escort5580, or to cancel or postpone automatic arming. The
code can only be programmed in Installer’s Programming.
Programming Partition Assignments and Access Code
Attributes
You can enable or disable each access code to work on each par-
tition. Additional access code attributes are also programmable.
Attributes determine what abilities the code will have.
By default, each code has the attributes of the code used to pro-
gram it. For example, if you use the Master code to program
other access codes, the new codes will have the same attributes
as the Master code. You can change the partition and attribute
programming by following the instructions described below.
You cannot change Master code partition or attribute program-
ming. The Master code has all partitions and all attributes turned
on, except for the Bell Squawk on Arming/Disarming attribute.
To program which partition(s) each code will work on:
1. Enter [*][5][Master Code][8] to enter partition programming.
2. Enter the 2-digit number of the access code you want to edit.
3. Enter the partition number (1-8) to toggle it on or off.
NOTE: Partition programming is NOT supported at the fol-
lowing keypads: PC5508(Z), PC5516(Z), PC5532(Z) versions
v2.00 and lower; LCD5500(Z) version 2.x and lower;
LCD5501Z version 1.x and lower.
To program each attribute:
1. Enter [*][5][Master Code][9] to enter the attribute program-
ming 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:
• Attributes 1-2: For future use
• 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).
• 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.
NOTE: 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 section 5.15 “Arming and
Disarming Options” on page 30).
Installer’s Programming - Codes and Options
There are three codes which can be programmed by the installer
in Installer’s Programming: the Master code, the Installer’s
code, and a Maintenance code. All other access codes can be

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programmed through the [*][5] command, as described previ-
ously in this section.
The master code can also be programmed by the user as access
code (40). However, if the Master Code Not Changeable
option is enabled, the master code can only be changed in
Installer’s programming.
The Maintenance code can only be used to arm and disarm the
system. The Maintenance code cannot bypass zones, use [*][9] to
arm the system, cancel autoarming, or perform [*][7] command
functions. There will be no arm/disarm bell squawks when the
Maintenance code is used.
General access codes can arm and disarm the system. When the
Code Required for Bypassing option is enabled, users will
need to enter a valid access code in order to bypass zones. Indi-
vidual access codes can have the Zone Bypassing attribute dis-
abled under Access Code Attribute programming, as described
previously in this section.
If the 6-Digit User Access Codes option is enabled, all the
access codes may be programmed with six digits instead of four,
with the exception of the Panel ID code and the Downloading
Access Code. The Installer’s Code will become [555555]. If 4-digit
codes are already programmed and this option is selected, the
first four digits of the programmed codes will remain as pro-
grammed and the last two digits will be [00].
If the 4-Digit User Access Codes is selected, all codes will be 4-
Digits in length. If 6-digit codes were previously programmed and
this option is enabled, the last two digits of each code will be
erased.
Installer’s Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [006]
Master Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [007]
Maintenance Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [008]
Master Code Not Changeable. . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [015]: [6]
Code Required for Bypassing . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [015]: [5]
6-digit User Access Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Section [701]: [5]
4.2 Arming and Disarming
Arming
The system cannot be armed unless the ‘Ready’ light is on. If the
‘Ready’ light is not on, make sure all protected doors and win-
dows are secure and stop movement in areas covered by motion
detectors.
When the ‘Ready’ light is on, enter a 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
that the code was not correct. If the code is correct but the
‘Ready’ light was not on, the panel will beep six times rapidly fol-
lowed 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 beeps six times rapidly, and the ‘Armed’ light turns on. The
panel begins counting down the exit delay. If the Audible Exit
Delay option is enabled, the keypad will beep every second until
the exit delay expires. The keypad will beep rapidly for the last 10
seconds of exit delay to warn the user the system is about to
arm.
Exit the premises through the designated entry/exit door before
the exit delay expires.
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/Func-
tion Keys Require Code option is turned on (section [015],
option [4]).
NOTE: If the system has been Stay armed, or armed with no
entry delay ([*][9]), pressing the Away key will not start an
exit delay.
Other methods of arming are available (See section “[*] [0]
Quick Arm”, “[*] [9] Arming Without Entry Delay”, and section
4.4 “Function Keys”).
NOTE:The PC5020 has a built-in feature called Audible Exit
Fault. See section 5.17 “Entry and Exit Delay Options” on
page 31 for more information.
Stay and Away Arming
When a user arms the system, if any zones on the system have
been programmed as Stay/Away, the panel will immediately turn
on the ‘Bypass’ light. The panel will then monitor all zones pro-
grammed as Delay 1 and Delay 2. If no delay type zone is violated
by the end of the exit delay (e.g. nobody leaves through the
entry/exit door), the panel will bypass all Stay/Away type zones.
The panel is now “Stay” armed. The ‘Bypass’ light will remain on
to inform the home owner that the interior protection is
bypassed. This is a convenience for users that want to arm the
panel while at home. Using this method, users do not have to
bypass the interior zones manually.
Users can add the Stay/Away zones back into the system at any
time by entering [*] [1] (see section “[*][1] Zone Bypassing” on
page 15), or by using the Away function button.
If a delay zone is violated during the exit delay (e.g. somebody
leaves through the designated entry/exit door), all zones will be
active after the exit delay expires. The panel is now “Away”
armed. The ’Bypass’ light on the keypad will be off.
Other methods of Stay and Away arming are available (see sec-
tion 4.4 “Function Keys” on page 17).
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 actu-
ally 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.
NOTE: 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.
Disarming
To disarm the panel, enter the premises through the designated
entry/exit door. The keypad will emit a steady beep to warn that

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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 key-
pad 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.
4.3 [*] Commands
[*][1] Zone Bypassing
Users can bypass individual zones using the [*] [1] keypad com-
mand. This command can be used if users want 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 pro-
vided.
A bypassed zone will not cause an alarm. Instructions on zone
bypassing can be found in the Power864 Instruction Manual
(“Zone Bypassing”).
When the partition is disarmed, all zones bypassed using [*] [1]
will be unbypassed, except for 24-Hr zones.
If the Code Required for Bypass option 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 4.1 “Access Codes” on page 13).
These features are also available on 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: Users can program a group of zones to be
bypassed (bypass group). Each partition can have a different
bypass group. To program a bypass group, in the [*][1] menu,
select the zones to be bypassed. Press [95] to save the group.
To recall the group, press [*][1] followed by [91].
If the Code Required for Bypass option is enabled, the Master
code or Supervisor codes must be used to access this feature.
NOTE: If a 24 hour zone is bypassed, ensure that the zone is
restored or disabled before removing the bypass.
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.
NOTE: If there is an AC trouble, the keypad will not beep
for a General System Trouble.
To view trouble conditions from an LED or LCD5501Z 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. Users can scroll through the list of present trouble
conditions using the arrow (< >) keys.
NOTE: Troubles can be viewed while armed using the LCD
keypad, provided the keypad is version 2.0 or later. Older
keypads will incorrectly display “Fire Trouble”. If using
older LCD keypads, program section [013], option [3] as OFF
to ensure that troubles are displayed correctly.
The various troubles are described below:
Light Trouble
1Service Required: Press [1] to determine the specific trouble. Lights 1 - 8 will light up to indicate the trouble:
• 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 2.2 “Terminal Descriptions” on page 5).
• Light [3] General System Trouble: One or more of the following troubles has occurred: the PC5204 Power Supply module
has an AUX failure, PC5204 Output #1 Trouble, Camera Trouble, Home Automation Trouble, or a printer connected to the
PC5400 Printer module has a fault and is off-line. Users can view specific conditions in the Event Buffer.
NOTE: To properly clear a Home Automation trouble, you must disable the Home Automation feature in the
Escort5580 programming (section [002], option [3]). See the Escort5580 manual for more information.
• Light [4] General System Tamper: Tamper has been detected in a module. Entering and exiting Installer’s Programming will
not reset the 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 sec-
tion section 2.7 “Confirming Module Supervision” on page 8). The event buffer will log the event.
• All tamper conditions must be physically restored before the trouble condition will clear.
• Light [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.
NOTE:If you remove and then restore power to the main panel in order to service any PC5204 module, or any
module being powered by a PC5204, you must also remove and then restore power to the PC5204 and any con-
nected modules. This ensures that any troubles present on the module are correctly logged and/or annunciated.
2AC Failure: AC power is no longer being supplied to the control panel. The Trouble light 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”
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[*] [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 dis-
armed (24 hour zones). Instructions on viewing alarms in mem-
ory are located in the PC5020 Instruction Manual (“Disarming
the System”).
[*] [4] Door Chime On/Off
If enabled the keypad will beep 6 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” on page 21). The
door chime feature is explained in greater detail in the PC5020
Instruction Manual (“Door Chime Feature”).
[*] [5] Programming Access Codes
All access codes can be programmed in this section. For complete
instructions on programming access codes, see the Power864
Instruction Manual (“Programming Access Codes”). For informa-
tion on access code partition and attribute programming, see
section 4.1 “Access Codes” on page 13.
NOTE: Only one partition at a time can use [*][5]
programming.
[*] [6] User Functions
NOTE: Only one partition at a time can use [*][6]
programming.
To program user functions, perform the following:
1. Press [*] [6] [Master Code]. The keypad will flash the ‘Pro-
gram’ light.
2. Press the number [1] to [5] for the item to be programmed.
•[1] - Time and Date
See the Power864 Instruction Manual for instructions on set-
ting the time and date (“Setting the Time and Date”).
•[2] - Auto-Arm Enable/Disable
Enter [2] to enable (three keypad beeps) or disable (one long
beep) the auto-arm feature.
•[3] - Auto-Arm Schedule
Enter [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 Satur-
day.
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 pro-
gramming, press [#].
NOTE: To change the auto-arm schedule at another parti-
tion, users with access to that partition will have to select
the partition on the keypad, before entering the Auto-Arm
Schedule menu. See section 4.5 “Global and Partition Keypad
Operation” on page 19 for more information.
NOTE:Only LCD5500 v2.0 or greater keypads support the
[*][6][3] menu option.
•[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
Power864 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 5.8 “Communicator - Reporting Codes” on
page 25).
•[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 (see section 5.9 “Downloading”
on page 26).
• [6] – User Initiated Call-Up
When [6] is pressed, the panel will initiate a call to the down-
loading computer.
3Telephone Line Monitoring Trouble (TLM): There is a problem with the telephone line (See section section 5.10 “Tele-
phone Line Monitoring (TLM)” on page 27.) If the system has a LINKS1000/GSM1000, or an Alternate Communicator,
this trouble can be reported to the central station by programming reporting codes in sections [349] and [350].
4Failure to Communicate (FTC): The communicator failed to communicate with any of the programmed telephone numbers
(see section 5.4 “Communicator - Dialing” on page 22).
5Zone 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 (e.g. 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 occurs, the keypad(s) on the system will start to beep. Press [5] while in Trouble mode to
view the affected zones.
NOTE: A Fire zone trouble will be generated and displayed in the armed state.
6Zone 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.
NOTE:Once a zone is tampered or faulted, it must be completely restored before the trouble condition will clear.
7Device 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. The following will occur:
Keypad beeps: Keypad displays:
Press [7] 1 Zones with low batteries (LED keypad - zone lights 1 to 32)
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 16)
8Loss of System 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.
Light Trouble