EDM Solution 8 User manual

Solution 8
Installation Manual
Issue 4.01

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Solution 8
Installation Manual
Copyright 1999 by Electronics Design & Manufacturing Pty Limited,
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Document Part Number MA800I
Document Issue 4.01
Printed 09/09/99
This documentation is provided to suit Solution 8Control Panel (CC800/LP800)
Firmware Version 1.0 – 3.0
This installation manual includes programming locations to suit Solution 8 (CC800/LP800) control panel.
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PREFACE ...............................................................................................................................................................................7
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................................7
FEATURES.............................................................................................................................................................................8
PROGRAMMING..................................................................................................................................................................9
GENERAL..............................................................................................................................................................................9
VIA THE SYSTEM CONSOLE...................................................................................................................................................9
VIA THE SOLUTION PROGRAMMER.................................................................................................................................10
INTERNAL / EXTERNAL .......................................................................................................................................................10
VIA THE PROGRAMMING KEY .............................................................................................................................................11
PROGRAMMING OPTION BITS ..............................................................................................................................................11
PROGRAM COMMANDS .......................................................................................................................................................11
Command 257 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 258 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 259 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 260 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 261 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 262 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 263 ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Command 264 ...............................................................................................................................................................13
Command 265 ...............................................................................................................................................................13
Command 266 ...............................................................................................................................................................13
ZONE TYPES .......................................................................................................................................................................15
ZONE CONFIGURATION TABLE ............................................................................................................................................16
OUTPUT CONFIGURATIONS..........................................................................................................................................17
EVENT TYPES .....................................................................................................................................................................17
EVENT TYPE DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................18
POLARITY CONFIGURATIONS...............................................................................................................................................19
TIME ...................................................................................................................................................................................19
PROGRAMMING LOCATIONS .......................................................................................................................................20
PRIMARY TELEPHONE NUMBER .........................................................................................................................................20
SECONDARY TELEPHONE NUMBER ...................................................................................................................................20
CALLBACK NUMBER ..........................................................................................................................................................20
DIALLING FORMAT..............................................................................................................................................................21
HANDSHAKE TONE .............................................................................................................................................................21
TRANSMISSION FORMAT .....................................................................................................................................................22
TRANSMISSION SPEED........................................................................................................................................................23
CUSTOMER CLIENT CODE ...................................................................................................................................................24
INSTALLER CODE ................................................................................................................................................................24
USER 1 (MASTER CODE) ...................................................................................................................................................24
USER CODES.......................................................................................................................................................................25
AUXILIARY CODES..............................................................................................................................................................25
ZONE CONFIGURATION TABLE ............................................................................................................................................26
ZONE CONFIGURATIONS.....................................................................................................................................................27
CHANNEL............................................................................................................................................................................27
EXPANSION .........................................................................................................................................................................27
A.C. FAIL CODE..................................................................................................................................................................28
LOW BATTERY ...................................................................................................................................................................28
OPENING REPORT CODE [OP].............................................................................................................................................29
CLOSING REPORT CODE [CL] .............................................................................................................................................29
ADVANCED OPTIONS..........................................................................................................................................................30
RESTORE CODE [AR]..........................................................................................................................................................31
TROUBLE CODE [T] ............................................................................................................................................................31
TROUBLE RESTORE CODE [TR] ..........................................................................................................................................31
BYPASS CODE [B]...............................................................................................................................................................32

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BYPASS RESTORE CODE [BR] ............................................................................................................................................ 32
INVALID CODE TAMPER ..................................................................................................................................................... 32
INVALID CODE ATTEMPTS.................................................................................................................................................. 33
RING COUNT ...................................................................................................................................................................... 33
CONSOLE PANIC CODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 33
SYSTEM OPTIONS 1 ............................................................................................................................................................ 34
SYSTEM OPTIONS 2 ............................................................................................................................................................ 35
CONSOLE DURESS .............................................................................................................................................................. 35
DIALLER OPTIONS 1........................................................................................................................................................... 36
DIALLER OPTIONS 2 ........................................................................................................................................................... 36
TEST REPORTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 37
EXIT TIME .......................................................................................................................................................................... 37
SIREN RUN TIME ................................................................................................................................................................ 37
DAY ALARM MASK ............................................................................................................................................................ 38
ENTRY TIMER 1 .................................................................................................................................................................. 39
ENTRY TIMER 2 .................................................................................................................................................................. 39
OUTPUT 1........................................................................................................................................................................... 39
OUTPUT 2........................................................................................................................................................................... 39
OUTPUT 3........................................................................................................................................................................... 40
OUTPUT 4........................................................................................................................................................................... 40
CONSOLE BEEPER .............................................................................................................................................................. 40
NEXT TEST REPORT TIME .................................................................................................................................................. 41
DOMESTIC DIALLING.................................................................................................................................................... 41
PAGER DIALLING FORMATS........................................................................................................................................ 43
Basic Pager Format .................................................................................................................................................... 43
Advanced Pager Format............................................................................................................................................. 44
MASTER CODE FUNCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 45
1. User Code Alteration Mode...................................................................................................................................... 45
2. Domestic Phone Number Change Mode................................................................................................................... 45
3. Alarm Memory Recall............................................................................................................................................... 45
4. Walk Test Mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 45
5. Toggle Remote Output State..................................................................................................................................... 45
6. Initiate a Modem Call............................................................................................................................................... 45
7. Toggle Day Alarm .................................................................................................................................................... 45
8. Not used.................................................................................................................................................................... 45
9. Initiate a Test Report ................................................................................................................................................ 45
INSTALLER CODE FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................................... 46
1. Request Print Out of System Configuration.............................................................................................................. 46
2. Set First Test Report Time........................................................................................................................................ 46
3. Alarm Memory Recall............................................................................................................................................... 46
4. Walk Test Mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
5. Satellite Siren Service Mode..................................................................................................................................... 46
6. Initiate a Modem Call............................................................................................................................................... 46
7. Enable / Disable Telecom Monitor Mode................................................................................................................. 46
8. Not used.................................................................................................................................................................... 46
9. Initiate a Test Report ................................................................................................................................................ 46
SPECIAL CODE FUNCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 47
6. Initiate a Modem Call............................................................................................................................................... 47
7. Toggle Day Alarm .................................................................................................................................................... 47
9. Initiate a Test Report ................................................................................................................................................ 47
UPLOADING & DOWNLOADING .................................................................................................................................. 48
Direct Connect.............................................................................................................................................................. 48
Remote Connect............................................................................................................................................................ 48
Remote Connect with Customer Control ...................................................................................................................... 48
Remote Connect without Callback Verification............................................................................................................ 48

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Remote Connect with Callback Verification .................................................................................................................48
TERMINAL DEFINITIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS.......................................................................................................49
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT..................................................................................................................................................50
EDMSAT(CC914) .............................................................................................................................................................51
SOLUTION PRINTER INTERFACE (CC812).......................................................................................................................51
SERIAL PRINTER CABLE (CC809)......................................................................................................................................52
SOLUTION PROGRAMMER (CC814)................................................................................................................................52
EDMSTU (CS800) ............................................................................................................................................................52
SOLUTION SYSTEM PROGRAMMING KEY .......................................................................................................................52
(CC810) .............................................................................................................................................................................52
SOLUTION MODEM MODULE (CC811) ...........................................................................................................................52
EDM VOICE RECORDER MODULE (CC888) .......................................................................................................................53
SOLUTION REMOTE KEY SWITCH & RADIO KEY INTERFACE (CC813) ...........................................................................53

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Preface
This manual will explain all aspects of programming the Solution-8 control panel from default to final
commissioning. All system parameters and options are detailed, however suitability is left up to the individual.
Every system can be tailored to meet all requirements quickly and easily. The programming simplicity will make
your installation quick, accurate and rewarding each and every time.
This manual assumes that you are familiar with every feature and operation as detailed in the Operators Manual.
Therefore certain operational procedures have been omitted. A number of new features and improvements have
been introduced in Solution-8 Issue 3. To make the changes easily noticeable we have prefixed each of
them with the following symbol V3.
Introduction
Congratulations on selecting the Solution-8 security control system for your installation. So that you can
obtain the most from your unit, we suggest that you take the time to read through this manual and familiarise
yourself with the numerous outstanding operating and installation features of this system. You will notice that in
all aspects of planning, engineering, styling, operation, convenience and adaptability, we have sought to
anticipate your every possible requirement. Programming simplicity and speed have been some of the major
considerations and we believe that our objectives in this area have been more than satisfied.
The plug in PROGRAMMING KEY has been a major break through in control panel programming. This unique
device offers a much more versatile, accurate and time saving way to configure your systems. The many available
programming methods, cabinet design and flexibility of this security control panel will make installation a breeze
with total satisfaction every time.
NOTE:
A number of new features and improvements have been introduced in Solution-8 Issue 3. To make the
changes easily noticeable we have prefixed each of them with the following symbol V3.

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Features
The Solution-8 security control panel is microprocessor controlled with the highest degree of integration
ever seen in security control systems to date. This not only means more features but greater reliability and
performance. The design of every feature has been accomplished with continual consideration being given to the
end user and the installer. The control console is straight forward and uncluttered, so as not to complicate its
operation or make programming confusing in any way. Its stylish appearance allows it to easily blend in with
modern and contemporary surroundings.
The cabinet has been laid out to allow for easy conduit entry and has ample room for wiring and a 6.5aH battery.
A dynamic battery tester has been incorporated which performs continual testing and monitoring of the backup
battery's condition and will report any failure through the system console. A battery can no longer be left
accidentally unconnected because the system will detect this failure and report it accordingly.
The Day Alarm feature enables you to monitor the opening of a front door of a shop, or unauthorised access into
a particular area. The remote arming feature gives you the ability to arm your system from any telephone in the
world.
In situations where the main console is installed in a bedroom and the indicators become annoying at night, the
console extinguish mode will automatically turn off all the indicators after sixty seconds. The console indicators
will illuminate the next time a key is pressed or an alarm occurs.
Programming has been made child's play with the introduction of the unique Programming Key. This simple
device exclusive to E.D.M. will revolutionise programming. Labour costs and the possibility of programming
errors will be greatly reduced.
The fully programmable, no compromise output system with its timing and polarity functions has made
interfacing as simple as one, two, three. This allows for easy control of all external devices. The Integrated
Protection System [I.P.S.] has also been incorporated into this revolutionary security control system adding
greater reliability along with incredible tolerance to incorrect wiring or adverse situations. The 24 Hour zones
have been enhanced with the addition of a Fire sound available to the horn speakers. This feature can be of great
use when using smoke detectors so that a distinctly different alert tone is generated from a 24 Hour Fire zone to
that of a standard 24 Hour Burglary zone.
E.D.M. has injected twenty years of knowledge and expertise into the Solution-8 security control system
making it the most flexible, tolerant and easy to operate unit available on the market today. E.D.M. proves again
that an Australian owned company backed by Australians is by far one of the most technically advanced security
manufacturers in the market place today and in the future.

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Programming
General
The programming options of this system are stored in a non volatile EEprom. This memory will hold all the
relevant configuration and user specific data even during a total power loss. The data retention time is as long as
ten years without power, therefore no reprogramming will be required after powering the system down. The data
can be altered as many times as required without the need for any additional specialised equipment. This memory
is laid out in numerous locations each of which holds the data for a specific function. In general, the entire
programming sequence will consist of nominating the location then entering or altering the required data. You
will repeat this procedure until all the data has been altered to suit your requirements. The factory default settings
have been selected for Expanded High Speed format.
NOTE:
'15' is the max value that can be programmed into any location.
There are two programming modes. The Installers programming mode and the Operators programming mode.
Both modes have individual access codes and these two codes must always be programmed differently. The
Master Code, as well as being able to arm and disarm the system gives access to the Operators Program mode.
The Installers code however, only gives access to the Installers Program mode and does NOT arm and disarm the
system. Neither of these programming modes are accessible if the system is in the armed state or a previous alarm
memory exists. This condition needs to be corrected before access will be allowed. This is achieved by arming
and disarming the system in succession. It should be noted that when in installer programming mode, all alarms
will be disabled.
Programming of the Solution-8 control panel can be carried out via any of the following four methods.
System console
Solution Programmer
Solution Programming Key
Alarm Link Upload/Download software
Throughout this manual, mention is made of the STAY and AWAY buttons. The Solution hand held
Programmer does not have these buttons, but instead has the * and # symbols.
NOTE:
When using the Solution Programmer any reference in this manual made to the HOME button should be
considered as the * button and the AWAY button considered as the # button. STAY = '*' and AWAY = '#'
Via the System Console
The system must be in a disarmed state with no flashing ZONE alarm memories, this can be achieved by entering
the Master Code then Away (the factory default Master Code is 2580).
To access the Installers Program mode, key in the four or six digit Installer code followed by the AWAY key (the
factory default installer code is 1234). Three beeps will be heard and both the AWAY and the STAY indicators
will flash simultaneously. If a long beep is heard, check the system for alarm memory. The combination of the
MAINS, FAULT and ZONE indicators will indicate the data stored in the first location (location zero). The
number nine(9) is represented by the FAULT indicator and the number zero(0) is represented by the MAINS
indicator. If the value five is being displayed then zone indicator number five will illuminate. If the value
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Example: 9+4=13
To go to a particular location, key in the location number followed by Away. The indicator will display this
locations data. To move to the next location, press AWAY. The indicator will now display this locations data.
Pressing STAY without previously entering a location number, will step the system back one location. To change
data at the current location key in the new value (remembering that entering the hex values A to F is represented
by the decimal values 10 to 15) followed by STAY. This will store the new data and leave you still positioned at
the same location. To proceed to the next location press the AWAY key. The new locations data will now be
displayed on the indicators.
To exit the Installers Program mode, key in 260 followed by the AWAY key. Two beeps will be heard and the
system will return to normal.
The valid address range for a Solution-8 control panel is 000 to 253.
Via the Solution Programmer
The programmer has five, seven segment displays. The three on the left display the location, and the two on the
right display the data for that particular location. To connect the Solution Programmer, firstly locate the
connections marked KEY. This point can be found centrally located on the Solution-8 printed circuit
board. Observe the triangular markings on the Solution-8 board and line them up with the markings on the
programmers connecting socket. Ensure that the select switch is in the EXT position. When the programmer is
correctly plugged into the Solution-8 board, a beep will be heard and four centre bars on the programmer
will illuminate with either a 'A' or 'U' suffix to indicate the system is Armed or Un-armed. Only when the
Installers Program mode has been accessed will any numerals appear on the displays.
NOTE:
The system must be in a disarmed state with no flashing L.E.Ds indicating alarm memory.
To access the Installers Program mode, key in the four or six digit Installers code followed by # (the default
installers code is factory set to 1234). Three beeps will be heard and the display will show the current data stored
in location zero. If a long beep is heard, check the system for alarm memory. To go to a particular location, key
in the location number followed by #. This locations data will now be displayed. To move to the next location
press #. This will step you to the next location, displaying the appropriate data. Pressing * without previously
entering a location number will step the system back one location. To change data at the current location, key in
the new value (remembering that the hex value A to F is represented by the decimal values 10 to 15) followed by
*. This will store the new data and leave you still positioned at the same location. To proceed to the next location,
press #. The data for this location will now be displayed.
To exit the Installers Program mode, key in 260 followed by #. Two beeps will be heard and the system will
return to normal.
Internal / External
The programmer has a built in programming default key. Use this key to default the control panels data to your
specific requirements. To program the internal key enter normal programming mode and select INT on the
switch. Now all programming alterations will be recorded into your programmers memory key. Once you have
exited programming mode switch to EXT mode. To download the programmers memory to a control panel
simply connect your programmer and switch to INT wait for the activity light to start blinking then switch back to
EXT. The control panel now has a copy of the programmers memory loaded.

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Via the Programming Key
The Solution Programming Key is a unique device that will allow you to easily program your control panel.
Inserting the Programming Key will automatically initiate a data transfer from the Programming Key to the
control panel memory.
If you have a new Programming Key you should first enter the Installers Program mode, configure your system as
per your requirements then insert the Programming Key while still in the Program mode and enter command 262.
This will copy the system data onto your new Programming Key. Exit the program mode by entering command
260, wait two seconds for the activity L.E.D. to return to its normal blinking state and then remove the
Programming Key. This Key will now become your standard data pattern for future programming of your
systems.
It should be noted that when entering the Installers Program Mode, inserting a Programming Key and then
altering any location will cause a simultaneous update of not only the Keys data but also the control panels data.
Therefore, you are not able to alter data in the Programming Key without the same location being altered in the
control panels memory.
Programming Option Bits
When programming these locations you will notice that there are four alternatives per location. You may select
one, two, three or all of these alternatives for each location, however only one number needs to be programmed.
This number is calculated by adding the option bit numbers together.
Example:
If at location 215 you want options 1, 2 and 4 then simply add the numbers together and the total is the number to
be programmed. In the example the number to be programmed is '7' (1+2+4=7)
Option Bit Description
1 Forced arming to be allowed
2 Console panic to be audible
4 Invalid code tamper to be audible
8 Extinguish mode
Program Commands V3
There are several commands that can be invoked to perform the functions as listed below. These commands only
operate whilst you are in the Installers Program mode. To invoke the command enter the commands numerical
code then press the AWAY key, three beeps will be heard and the command will be executed.
NOTE:
These commands do not operate when using Alarm link.
Command Function
257 Random Select User Codes
258 Enable and Disable Zone status mode
259 Test key
260 Exit program mode
261 Set back to factory default
262 Copy the panel memory to the key
263 Copy the key data to the panel memory
264 Wipe key
265 Domestic Dialling Setup
266 Enable and Disable automatic stepping of locations during programming

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Command 257
This command when entered during programming mode will automatically, randomly select fourteen (14)
different four digit user codes. It should be noted that the master, installer and auxiliary codes are not altered by
this command.
Command 258
This function enables and disables the zone status display mode. If this command is issued from a system console
then the eight ZONE L.E.D.s 1 to 8 will display the zone status accordingly.
When a Solution Programmer is used the zones will be displayed on the seven segment displays from left to
right. The number 1 indicates that a zone is unsealed and a blank display indicates that a zone is sealed.
The third (or centre) display will show either the number 4 or number 8. The number 4 indicates that zones one
to four are being displayed and an eight indicates that zones five to eight are being displayed. Pressing the
AWAY key, toggles the display between zones 1 to 4 and zones 5 to 8. This feature will prove to be very useful
during installation as it allows you to view the status of the zones directly at the panel without having to connect a
temporary console, saving you time and money.
Example:
A 1 in the display indicates the zone is unsealed.
A blank display indicates the zone is sealed.
11411
1141111411
11411 indicates that zones 1, 2, 3, & 4 are unsealed.
1À8À1
1À8À11À8À1
1À8À1 indicates that zones 5 and 8 are unsealed.
Command 259
This command causes a test to be carried out on the Programming Key. This test is non destructive and the data
will remain intact after the test has been completed. One long beep indicates that the Key has failed and three
beeps indicates a successful test. If the Key is removed before the test is completed or the Key fails, its data will
be corrupted. Remember, do not remove the Key while the activity L.E.D. is illuminated or pulsing rapidly.
Command 260
This command is used to exit the Installers program mode after completing your alterations. This is achieved by
entering the command 260 followed by the AWAY key. Two beeps will be heard and the system will return to
normal. This can be done at any programming stage and from any location.
Command 261
This command will configure the system back to the factory default values. This is achieved by entering the
command 261 followed by AWAY. Three beeps will heard indicating a successful operation.
Command 262
This command is used to copy the Solution-8 configuration memory to the Programming Key. Insert the
Key into the socket marked EXTERNAL KEY on the programmer or into the socket marked KEY on the
Solution-8 printed circuit board. Enter the command 262 followed by the AWAY key and three beeps will
be heard. The Solution-8 configuration memory has now been copied to the Key. This feature will prove to
be extremely useful in numerous situations.
Command 263
This command is used to copy data from the Programming Key to the Solution-8 configuration memory.
Insert the Program Key into the socket on the programmer and enter the command 263 followed by the AWAY
key. Three beeps will be heard and the data in the Key will be transferred to the Solution-8 configuration
memory.

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Command 264
This command erases all data from the Programming Key. Insert the Key into the programmer and enter the
command 264 followed by the AWAY key. Three beeps will be heard and all data from the Key will be erased.
This feature is useful if you wish to give a Key to someone else without them having access to the previous data.
V3 Command 265
Command 265 has been added to make the programming of Domestic Dialling a one step operation. When in
Installers programming mode press 265 followed by the AWAY key. This will automatically set the following
locations as below.
Location Description Setting
Location 49 Handshake 2 (1400 Hz)
Location 50 Transmission Format 11 (Domestic)
Location 52 - 55 Unit ID 0001
Location 196 & 197 AC Fail 0 & 0
Location 198 & 199 Low Battery 0 & 0
Location 200 Open Report 0
Location 201 Close Report 0
Location 203 Alarm Restore 0
Location 204 Trouble Code 0
Location 205 Trouble Restore 0
Location 206 Bypass Code 0
Location 207 Bypass Restore 0
Location 208 & 209 Keyboard Tamper 0
Location 252 & 253 First Test Report 0
No other locations will be altered when the command 265 is issued. This means that things such as entry and exit
times, siren run time etc will not change.
Command 266
This feature enables or disables the automatic stepping of locations while programming. When enabled via the
Solution Programmer the decimal point of the left most display will reflect the mode of operation. If the
decimal point is illuminated then Auto Step mode is active. An automatic increment of the location being
programmed will occur as soon as the STAY button is pressed positioning you at the next location ready for
programming. If the decimal point is extinguished, the Auto Step mode is disabled. The next programming
location will need to be manually selected.

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Example:
Entering the primary telephone number 02 pause 631-0555. With auto step enabled (decimal point illuminated).
0 + AWAY.
(This will put you at location 0 being the start location required).
10 ++ 2++13 ++6++
3++1++10 ++5++5
++5++0+
Example:
With auto step disabled (decimal point extinguished). 0 + AWAY
(This will put you at location 0 being the start location required).
10 +++2+++13 +
++6+++3++
+1+++10 +++5+
++5+++5++0+
As you can see from the above examples, Auto Step mode is a very useful feature when programming successive
locations.

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Zone Types
The zone inputs Z1 to Z8 will need to be programmed to an appropriate zone type. A zone type defines the type
of action that a zone will take when triggered. As you can see from the following list, zones can be instant,
delayed or 24 hour, with numerous options.
When a zone type is selected with the Stay mode option, it will be automatically isolated when the system is
armed in Stay mode. This feature allows easy arming of the perimeter detection zones with all internal detection
zones disabled.
A zone selected for instant will have no entry delay unless the previous zone is already entry timing. It will then
take on the remaining entry time from the previous zone as the handover time.
Delay 1 zone types will have their entry delay time specified in locations 228 and 229. Delay 2 zone types will
have their entry delay time specified in locations 230 and 231. A delay zone when triggered will delay for the
specified time before alarming.
NOTE:
If the EDMSAT is connected then the unique fire sound will not be heard unless there is an additional horn
speaker connected to SPK1 or SPK2.
Any zone programmed to be a fire zone will not cause the bell output to trigger when an alarm has been
activated. In the case where a fire zone alarms, the siren output will sound a fire warning tone. This unique sound
allows you to easily distinguish the difference between a fire and a burglary. If an output is required for Fire
alarms, see programmable outputs where you can configure a output to operate whenever a Fire Alarm occurs.
NOTE:
Instant zones will automatically accept handover delay from previous zones.
Also see Location 202 if handover delay to all instant zones is required.
A zone programmed as 99 will force the relative zone to appear as if it were normal. No end of line resistor is
required and the keypad indicator will show a normally sealed zone.
-
An unused zone can be programmed to type 99 and therefore eliminate the
need to fit an end of line (EOL) resistor.

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Zone Configuration Table
Opt Typ Instant Opt Typ Delay 2
10
Standard Instant 12 Standard Delay-2
20
Lockout-siren 22 Lockout-siren
30
Lockout dialler 32 Lockout dialler
40
Lockout siren + lockout dialler 42 Lockout siren + lockout dialler
50
Silent 52 Silent
60
Silent + lockout dialler 62 Silent + lockout dialler
70
Stay mode 72 Stay mode
80
Stay mode + silent 82 Stay mode + silent
90
Stay mode + silent + lockout dialler 92 Stay mode + silent + lockout dialler
10 0 Stay mode + lockout siren 10 2 Stay mode + lockout siren
11 0 Stay mode + lockout dialler 11 2 Stay mode + lockout dialler
12 0 Stay mode + lockout siren + lockout
dialler
12 2 Stay mode + lockout siren + lockout
dialler
Opt Typ Delay 1 Opt Typ 24 Hour
11
Standard Delay-1 13 Standard 24 Hour
21
Lockout-siren 23 Lockout-siren
31
Lockout dialler 33 Lockout dialler
41
Lockout siren + lockout dialler 43 Lockout siren + lockout dialler
51
Silent 53 Silent
61
Silent + lockout dialler 63 Silent + lockout dialler
71
Stay mode 73 Fire sound
81
Stay mode + silent 83 Fire sound + lockout siren
91
Stay mode + silent + lockout dialler 93 Fire sound + lockout dialler
10 1 Stay mode + lockout siren 10 3 Fire sound + lockout siren + lockout
dialler
11 1 Stay mode + lockout dialler Opt Typ Spare Zone
12 1 Stay mode + lockout siren + lockout
dialler
99
Unused Zone

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Output Configurations
The Solution-8 has four outputs, OUT1 to OUT4, and a console beeper which are fully programmable for
event, polarity and time. Each output will need to be programmed for an appropriate event type which defines
when the output will operate. The next function to be selected is the configuration. This defines the polarity and
function for the output terminal such as one shot or pulsing. If the configuration selected was a one shot or
pulsing type, then the time parameter will need to be defined. This sets the time that the output operates for. Eg If
pulse is selected, then the output will be low for the time set and then high for the same time, repeating for as
long as the event type is valid. If a one shot configuration type is selected, the time option will set the duration of
the output. The time option can be set from as low as 200ms to as long as 51 seconds. Event types 8 & 9 can only
be triggered when the system is disarmed.
Event Types
Event Code Function
0 EDMSAT (only available on output 1)
0 EDMSTU (only available on output 2)
0 Day alarm (only available on output 3)
0 Entry warning (only available on output 4)
0 Entry warning (only available on console buzzer)
1 System Armed in Away or Stay mode
2 System Armed in Stay Mode
3 Exit with all zones sealed or entry warning
4 Exit warning
5 Entry warning or Day alarm
6 All signals transmitted ok (kiss off)
7 Silent alarm
8 Auxiliary code 1
9 Auxiliary code 2
10 AC Failure
11 Low battery
12 Zone unsealed
13 Fire Zone or Fire Alarm
14 Console Panic or Duress
15 Remote control
V3 Four additional event types are now available for use with the programmable outputs. In Version 2, programming
Output 1(Location 232) with a zero would enable it to communicate with an EDMSAT.
The rest of the outputs can now also be programmed with zeros to obtain different output types as listed in the
above table.

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Event Type Description
Type 0-EDMSAT (On Output 1 only)
This output controls all functions of an EDM satellite siren.
V3 Type 0-EDMSTU
(On Output 2 only)
This output type has been added to allow for serial connection to the EDMSTU Securitel Unit.
This serial link, plus 13.8v and GND is all that is required to communicate to the EDMSTU.
The Hard ID number is programmed in the Client ID locations 52-55.
V3 Type 0-Day Alarm (On Output 3 only)
This output type has been added to provide a separate Day alarm output for jobs where having
Entry Warning and Day alarm on the same output is not desired.
V3 Type 0-Entry Warning (On Output 4 only)
This output type has been added to provide a separate Entry Warning output for jobs where
having Entry Warning and Day alarm on the same output is not desired.
V3 Type 0-Entry Warning (On Console Buzzer only)
This output type has been added to allow you to use the console buzzer as the Entry Warning
sounder and to use Output 3 to drive a Day Alarm sounder.
Type 1-System Armed
This output activates as soon as the panel becomes armed (during and after exit time). It will reset when the panel
is next disarmed.
Type 2-System Stay
This event triggers as soon as the panel is armed in the Stay mode. It will reset when the panel is next disarmed.
Type 3-Exit with all Zones Sealed or Entry Warning.
This event type has dual functions. It will activate during exit time when all eight zones are sealed. The next time
it will activate will be during entry time.
Type 4-Exit Warning
Activates during exit time only. Zones can be sealed or unsealed.
Type 5-Entry Warning or Day Alarm
This feature will cause the output to trigger for Day alarm when the panel is disarmed. It will also trigger for
entry warning when the panel is being disarmed during the entry period. Day alarm zones need to be selected in
location 227.
Type 6-All Signals Transmitted Ok (Kiss Off)
This feature will cause the output to activate once the control panel has successfully transmitted all of its stored
alarm data.
Type 7-Silent Alarm
Activates whenever any silent alarm is triggered, whether the system is armed or disarmed. It will reset the next
time the system changes state.
Type 8-Auxiliary Output Code 1
This event is only functional while the system is in the disarmed state. Locations 152 to 157 defines where this
code is programmed. This output can be used to operate an electric door strike.

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Type 9-Auxiliary Output Code 2
The conditions for this output are the same as Auxiliary output code 1. Locations 158 to 163 defines where this
code is programmed. This output can be used to operate an electric door strike.
Type 10-A.C. Fail
This output will activate as soon as the A.C. mains is removed, whether the system is armed or disarmed. It will
reset when the A.C. is re-connected to the system.
Type 11-Low Battery
This output will activate as soon as the system detects the battery voltage to be less than 10.5 volts. This is true
whether the system is armed or disarmed.
Type 12-Zone Unsealed
This output will activate as soon as any zone becomes unsealed whether the system is armed or disarmed. It will
reset when all zones are sealed.
Type 13-Fire Alarm or Fire Zone
This output is activated whenever a 24 hour zone selected for Fire tone is triggered. This is true whether the
system is armed or disarmed. This output will reset at the end of siren time or when the 'One-Shot Timer' times
out.
Type 14-Console Panic / Duress
This output activates when the system is being disarmed using the duress feature or when any two buttons in the
same horizontal plane are pressed simultaneously. It will reset when the system is next armed.
Type 15-Remote Control
This output can be activated from a personal computer via the ALARM LINK software or it can be toggled by
using a master code function.
Polarity Configurations
Polarity configurations that pulse will generate a repetitive pulsing output with the time interval set by the time
parameter. The one shot configurations will generate one timed output when the specified event occurs.
Option Description
0 Output not used
1 Normally open circuit, going low
2 Normally low, going open circuit
3 Normally open circuit, pulsing low
4 Normally low, pulsing open circuit
5 Normally open circuit, one-shot low
6 Normally low, one-shot open circuit
NOTE:
Options 1 to 4 will remain active for the duration of the selected event.
Time
This parameter should be programmed for polarity configurations that pulse or have one-shot operation. The
range can be set from 200ms to 51 seconds in increments of 200ms. Use the time parameter to set how long an
event will occur for Polarity Options 5 & 6 or the pulse rate for options 3 & 4.
If you have selected an output for one shot to operate a door strike then the Time parameter is used to set how
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Programming Locations
The default value for each location are indicated by the hollow numbers shown after each location title. If a
value outside the recommended range is selected then the option will revert to the factory default setting. A zero
'0' programmed in any location will always disable the function.
For options requiring more than one location, multiple zeros '0' will need to be entered.
All examples assume the client number to be 5678.
Primary Telephone Number
Locations 00-15 0000000000000000
NOTE:
Substitute '10' for zeros, as a '0' indicates end of the phone number
This number will be called three times in an attempt to contact the monitoring station. If unsuccessful, the
secondary number will then be called three times as well. This procedure will be repeated only once again (ie
maximum of twelve call attempts) after ten minutes if the first six attempts were unsuccessful.
A '0' is used to indicate the end of the phone number. Therefore the dialling sequence will be terminated when a
'0' appears. Entering the value '13' will initiate a 4 second pause in the dialling sequence.
Secondary Telephone Number
Locations 16 - 31
0000000000000000
See primary telephone number for programming details.
Callback Number
Locations 32 - 47
0000000000000000
This location contains the telephone number that will be called when upload/download is requested. When
triggered, the Solution-8 will call this number to establish a communications link with the remote
computer. The computer must be running EDM ALARM LINK software.