First Alert FA147C User manual

K3211 3/98
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
FA147C Security System
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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROPER PROTECTION
The following recommendations for the location of fire and burglary detection devices
help provide proper coverage for the protected premises.
Recommendations For Smoke And Heat Detectors
With regard to the number and placement of smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the
recommendations contained in the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard
#72 noted below.
Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in
all rooms and areas of the household as follows: For minimum protection a smoke detector
should be installed outside of each separate sleeping area, and on each additional floor of a
multi-floor family living unit, including basements. The installation of smoke detectors in
kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or in garages is not normally recommended.
For maximum protection the NFPA recommends that you install heat or smoke detectors
in the living room, dining room, bedroom(s), kitchen, hallway(s), attic, furnace room, utility
and storage rooms, basements and attached garages.
In addition, we recommend the following:
¥ Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom where a smoker sleeps.
¥ Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom where someone sleeps with the door
partly or completely closed. Smoke could be blocked by the closed door. Also, an alarm in
the hallway outside may not wake up the sleeper if the door is closed.
¥ Install a smoke detector inside bedrooms where electrical appliances (such as portable
heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers) are used.
¥ Install a smoke detector at both ends of a hallway if the hallway is more than 40 feet (12
meters) long.
¥ Install smoke detectors in any room where an alarm control is located, or in any room
where alarm control connections to an AC source or phone lines are made. If detectors
are not so located, a fire within the room could prevent the control from reporting a fire
or an intrusion.
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THIS CONTROL COMPLIES
WITH NFPA REQUIREMENTS
FOR TEMPORAL PULSE
SOUNDING FOR FIRE
NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES.
Recommendations For Proper Intrusion Protection
For proper intrusion coverage, sensors should be located at every possible point of entry to a
home or commercial premises. This would include any skylights that may be present, and
the upper windows in a multi-level building.
In addition, we recommend that radio backup be used in a security system so that alarm
signals can still be sent to the alarm monitoring station in the event that the telephone lines
are out of order (alarm signals are normally sent over the phone lines, if connected to an
alarm monitoring station).

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Table Of Contents
Section 1. General Description ................................................................................................. 1Ð1
Section 2. Installing The Control .............................................................................................. 2Ð1
Mounting the Cabinet ................................ ................................................................ .. 2Ð1
Installing the Lock (if used) ................................ ........................................................ 2Ð1
Installing the Control's Circuit Board Alone
or (if used), With a 4204, 4219, or 4229 Module .................................................... 2Ð2
Installing Control and RF Receiver Circuit Boards Together in the Cabinet ........... 2Ð3
Standard Phone Line Connections ................................ .............................................. 2Ð4
Wiring the AC Transformer ......................................................................................... 2Ð4
Installing the Back-Up Battery ................................ ................................................... 2Ð5
Earth Ground Connections ................................ .......................................................... 2Ð5
Section 3. Installing Remote Keypads .................................................................................... 3Ð1
General Information ..................................................................................................... 3Ð1
Keypads that May Be Used ......................................................................................... 3Ð1
Wiring to the Keypads.................................................................................................. 3Ð1
Wiring Run Chart for Devices Drawing AUX Power From the Control ............. 3Ð2
Mounting the Keypads ................................ ................................................................ . 3Ð2
Using A Supplementary Power Supply To Power Additional Keypads .................... 3Ð2
Preliminary Check-Out Procedure ................................ .............................................. 3Ð3
Section 4. Basic Hard-Wired Zones 1–6 ..................................................................................4Ð1
Installing the Hard-Wired Zones ................................................................................. 4Ð1
Common Characteristics For Zones 1Ð6 ............................................................... 4Ð1
Wiring Burglary and Panic Devices to Zones 1Ð6 ................................................ 4Ð1
Wiring 4-Wire Smoke/Combustion Detectors ....................................................... 4Ð1
Compatible 4-Wire Smoke/Combustion Detectors ................................ ............... 4Ð2
Programming Hard-Wired Zones ................................................................................ 4Ð2
Programming Panic Keys................................................................ ............................. 4Ð4
Check-Out Procedure for Hard-Wired Zones ................................ .............................. 4Ð5
Section 5. Wired Zone Expansion (4219, 4229) ..................................................................... 5Ð1
General Information ..................................................................................................... 5Ð1
Installing Zone Expansion Units ................................................................ ................. 5Ð1
Connections and Set-Up ................................ ........................................................ 5Ð1
Programming Wired Expansion Zones................................................................ ........ 5Ð2
Check-Out Procedure for Wired Expansion Zones ................................ ..................... 5Ð3
Section 6. Wireless (RF) Zone Expansion (5800 RF Systems) .......................................... 6Ð1
Wireless Systems Available ................................ ......................................................... 6Ð1
Wireless System Operation and Transmitter Supervision ................................ ........ 6Ð1
Transmitter Battery Life ....................................................................................... 6Ð2
Receiver Supervision................................................................ .............................. 6Ð2
Wireless System Installation Advisories .............................................................. 6Ð2
Installation and Setup of the 5881 Series Wireless Receiver..................................... 6Ð2
Installing the 5800TM Module .................................................................................... 6Ð2
Programming the Control For Wireless ...................................................................... 6Ð3
Enrolling 5800 Series Transmitters...................................................................... 6Ð4
5800 Series Transmitter Input Loops ................................................................... 6Ð4
5800 Series Transmitter Input Types ................................................................ ... 6Ð4
Compatible 5800 Series Transmitters ................................ ................................. 6Ð5

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Table of Contents (Continued)
Section 6. Wireless (RF) Zone Expansion (5800 RF Systems), Continued
Programming the Receiver and Transmitters (5800 RF System) .............................. 6Ð6
Enrolling Transmitters into the System ................................ ...................................... 6Ð7
Enrolling Through Zone Programming (✱56) ................................ ........................ 6Ð7
Check-out Procedure for Wireless Zones ...................................................................... 6Ð11
Go/No Go Test.......................................................................................................... 6Ð11
To Either Temporarily or Permanently Remove a Zone in ✱56 Mode........................ 6Ð11
Deleting a Transmitter Serial Number From a Zone in ✱56 Mode ........................... 6Ð12
Section 7 Relay Outputs (and X10 Type Module Usage) .................................................... 7Ð1
Relay Device Basics ................................................................ ....................................... 7Ð1
4204 and 4229 Relay Module Connections................................................................ ... 7Ð1
4204/4229 Setup ...................................................................................................... 7Ð1
Supervision .............................................................................................................. 7Ð2
Using an X10 Type Module (PF284)................................................................ ............. 7Ð2
Programming Options Defined ..................................................................................... 7Ð3
Programming Output Relays ........................................................................................ 7Ð5
Example of Output Relay Programming ................................ ............................... 7Ð6
Programming For an X10 Type Module (PF284) ......................................................... 7Ð7
Programming For ÒChime By ZoneÓ ............................................................................. 7Ð10
Section 8. FA4285 Phone Module .............................................................................................. 8Ð1
Mounting the FA4285 Phone Module ................................................................ ........... 8Ð1
General Information ................................ ............................................................... 8Ð1
Phone Module Wiring ............................................................................................. 8Ð2
Caller ID Units ................................................................ ........................................ 8Ð2
Programming The Control For Phone Access ................................ .............................. 8Ð4
Checking the Operation of the FA4285 Phone Module ............................................... 8Ð5
Section 9. External Sounders ..................................................................................................... 9Ð1
Compatible Sounders ................................ ................................................................ .... 9Ð1
Sounder Connections..................................................................................................... 9Ð2
Sounder Supervision...................................................................................................... 9Ð2
Programming For External Sounders ................................................................ .......... 9Ð2
Testing the Sounder ................................ ...................................................................... 9Ð3
Using the Memory of Alarm Trigger for a Strobe........................................................ 9Ð3
Section 10. Long Range Radio ....................................................................................................10Ð1
General Information ..................................................................................................... 10Ð1
Wiring Connections ................................ ...................................................................... 10Ð1
Programming for Long Range Radio ...........................................................................10Ð2
Section 11. Audio Alarm Verification (AAV) Unit ....................................................................11Ð1
General Information ..................................................................................................... 11Ð1
Wiring Connections for a Non-Ademco AAV Unit ......................................................11Ð1
Programming ...............................................................................................................11Ð2
Section 12. Final Power Up ...........................................................................................................12Ð1
General Information ..................................................................................................... 12Ð1
Earth Ground Connections ................................ ..........................................................12Ð1
AC Power-Up ................................ ................................................................ ................12Ð1
Connecting the Back-Up Battery................................................................ .................12Ð1
Calculating the Battery Size Needed....................................................................12Ð1
Making the Battery Connections ..........................................................................12Ð2
Auxiliary Device Current Draw Worksheet ................................................................ 12Ð2

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Table of Contents (Continued)
Section 13. Alpha Descriptor Programming .............................................................................13Ð1
General Information ..................................................................................................... 13Ð1
Assigning Zone Descriptors .........................................................................................13Ð1
Entering Zone Descriptors (in program Menu Mode ✱82) ..........................................13Ð1
Programming the Descriptors ................................ ...............................................13Ð1
Adding Custom Words..................................................................................................13Ð3
Alpha Vocabulary List (For Entering Zone Descriptors) ...........................................13Ð5
Character (ASCII) Chart ................................................................ ..............................13Ð5
Section 14. Sequential Mode (For 5800 Transmitters) ...........................................................14Ð1
Section 15. System Communication ..........................................................................................15Ð1
Report Code Formats ................................................................ ....................................15Ð1
Table of Contact ID Event Codes ................................ ..........................................15Ð3
Communication Programming.....................................................................................15Ð3
Section 16. Testing The System ..................................................................................................16Ð1
Test Procedure ..............................................................................................................16Ð1
To the Installer ................................ ................................................................ .............16Ð1
Section 17. System Operation ..................................................................................................... 17Ð1
Security Codes ................................ ..............................................................................17Ð1
Installer Code ................................ .........................................................................17Ð1
Assigning the Master Code ................................................................ ....................17Ð1
Changing the Master Code ....................................................................................17Ð1
User Codes ................................................................................................ ..............17Ð1
Duress Code............................................................................................................17Ð2
Keypad Functions ................................................................................................ .........17Ð2
General Information ................................ ..............................................................17Ð2
Arming, Disarming Functions, etc. .......................................................................17Ð3
Panic Keys ..............................................................................................................17Ð3
FA4285 Phone Module (if used).............................................................................17Ð4
Relays Outputs (if used) ................................ ........................................................17Ð4
Exit Alarm Displays (if programmed)...................................................................17Ð4
Trouble Conditions .......................................................................................................17Ð4
General Information ................................ ..............................................................17Ð4
"Check" and "Battery" Displays.............................................................................17Ð5
Power Failure .........................................................................................................17Ð5
Other Displays ................................ ................................................................ .......17Ð5
Section 18. Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................18Ð1
General Information ................................ ................................................................ ....18Ð1
Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ................................................................ .18Ð1
Contacting Technical Support......................................................................................18Ð3
Section 19. Specifications & Accessories ................................................................................19Ð1
Specifications ................................................................................................................19Ð1
Accessories (Compatible Devices) ................................ ...............................................19Ð3
Section 20. Regulatory Agency Statements .............................................................................20Ð1
Appendix A. Limitations Of This Alarm System ............................................................... AÐ1
Appendix B. FA147C Summary Of Connections Diagram ........... (Inside Back Cover) BÐ1
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................... Back Cover
Note: A Programming Guide is supplied in addition to this manual.

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List Of Figures
Figure 2Ð1. Installing the Cabinet Lock ................................ .................................................... 2Ð1
Figure 2Ð2. Installing The PC Board Alone, or (if used), With a 4204, 4219, or 4229 ............ 2Ð2
Figure 2Ð3. Installing the PC Board & RF Receiver (if used) Together in the Cabinet .......... 2Ð3
Figure 2Ð4. Standard Telephone Line Connections ................................ .................................. 2Ð4
Figure 3Ð1. Keypad Connections to the Control Board ............................................................. 3Ð2
Figure 3Ð2. Using a Supplementary Power Supply for Keypads .............................................. 3Ð3
Figure 4Ð1. 4-Wire Smoke Detector Connections ...................................................................... 4Ð2
Figure 5Ð1. Wiring Connections, 4219 and 4229 ................................................................ ....... 5Ð1
Figure 6Ð1. 5881, and 5882 Wireless Receivers (cover removed) ............................................. 6Ð3
Figure 7Ð1 . 4204 Connections To Control ..................................................................................7Ð2
Figure 7Ð2. 4229 Connections To Control ..................................................................................7Ð2
Figure 7Ð3. Connecting an X10 Type Module (PF284).............................................................. 7Ð3
Figure 8Ð1 FA4285 Phone Module Wiring Connections...........................................................8Ð3
Figure 9Ð1 Sounder Wiring.......................................................................................................9Ð2
Figure 9Ð2 Using the Memory of Alarm Trigger for a Strobe ..................................................9Ð3
Figure 10Ð1 Long Range Radio Connections ............................................................................ 10Ð1
Figure 10Ð2 Using the Memory of Alarm Voltage Trigger With Long Range Radio .............. 10Ð1
Appendix B. FA147C Summary of Connections Diagram ......................... Inside Back Cover, BÐ1

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How To Use This Manual
This manual is written to accommodate both the new and the experienced
installer of First Alert Professional products. A general description of the
entire system is located in the first section of this manual. This includes the
various features available and the optional peripheral devices that the system
can support.
This manual is divided into separate sections. A section covering the hardwired
zones (1Ð6) provides complete information on the capabilities of each basic
hardwired zone, including its usage, programming, and a checkout procedure.
Separate sections are also provided for each peripheral device that can be used
in the system and includes wiring setup, programming requirements, and a
checkout procedure for that device. The checkout procedures ensure that the
specific device is operational in the system before proceeding to the next
section. This ÒsectionalÓ arrangement is also particularly useful if you are
making an addition to the system at a later time (e.g., adding Wireless zones,
adding an FA4285 Phone Module, etc.).
Without an understanding of the programming method for this system, you will
not be able to successfully perform the required programming. Before any
programming is attempted, we therefore urge you to read the ÒMechanics of
ProgrammingÓ and the ÒData Field DescriptionsÓ in the separate Programming
Guide that has been supplied.
If you are an experienced user of First Alert Professional products, you may
choose to wire and then program the entire system at one time. If so, refer to
ÒMechanics of ProgrammingÓ and ÒData Field DescriptionsÓ in the separate
Programming Guide after the hardware setup is complete. The Programming
Guide contains all of the information you will need to program the system
(including a blank Programming Form), except for detailed programming for
hardwired zones 1Ð6, wired expansion zones, and wireless zones. These are
contained in the following sections in this manual:
Section 4. Basic Hardwired Zones 1Ð6, Section 5. Wired Expansion Zones, and
Section 6. Wireless (RF) Zone Expansion (5800 RF Systems).
This manual uses various icons to denote critical notes and technical tips to
assist you with the installation of this system (see next page).

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CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL
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LL These notes include specific information which must be followed if you are installing
this system for a UL Listed application.
These notes include information that you should be aware of before continuing with the
installation, and which, if not observed, could result in operational difficulties.
This symbol indicates the presence of critical information that, if not observed, could
seriously affect the operation of the system, or could cause damage to the system.
Please read each warning carefully. This symbol also denotes warnings about physical
harm to the installer.
Enter Zn Num.
(00 = Quit) 01
Many system options are programmed in an interactive menu mode
by responding to Alpha keypad display prompts. These prompts are
shown in a double-line box.
✱20 When programming the system, data fields are indicated by a ÒstarÓ [✱]
followed by the data field number.
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS: Unless noted otherwise, references to specific model
numbers represent First Alert Professional products.

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SECTION 1
General Description
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◆General Information
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General Information
The FA147C is a control that supports up to 36 zones, using basic hard-wired, wired expansion,
and/or wireless, plus remote keypads.
Basic Hardwired Zones
Provides 6 basic hardwired zones having the following characteristics:
¥ Zones 1Ð6 response time is 300Ð500 milliseconds.
¥ Zone 3 Ðprogrammable for fast response time (10 milliseconds).
¥ EOLR supervision supporting N.O. or N.C. sensors
¥ Zones 1Ð6 can be programmed for fire and will support as many 4-wire smoke or heat
detectors as can be powered from the control.
¥ Zones, 95, 96 and 99 Ð keypad Panics.
¥ Zone 8 Ð Duress.
¥ Zone 9 Ð Expansion Module Failure/Trouble.
Optional Expansion Zones (up to 30 total, wired and wireless zones)
Wired Expansion:
¥ Supports up to 8 additional wired zones using a 4219 expansion module or 4229
expansion/relay module. Zones will have the following characteristics:
¥ EOLR supervision supporting N.O. or N.C. sensors
¥ 300Ð500 msec normal response with an option for fast (10Ð15 msec) response on loop A (first
expansion zone).
Wireless Expansion:
¥ Supports up to 30 wireless zones (less, if using wired expansion zones).
¥ Requires the use of a 5881 (5882 in Canada) type RF Receiver (with 5800 series wireless
transmitters), as shown below.
Receiver Model No. of Zones Transmitter Type
5881L /5882L* Up to 8 5800
5881M Up to 16 5800
5881H/5882H* Up to 30 5800
*Only 5882L or 5882H available for use in Canada.
Remote Keypads
Up to 4 of any of the following keypads may be used:
Fixed-Word Keypads: FA210KP, FA245KP, and FA250KP (Fixed-word displays).
Alpha Keypad: FA550KP (2-line alphanumeric display).

FA147C Installation Instructions
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Programming
¥ Programmed options are stored in electrically erasable, non-volatile EEROM memory
(information can be reprogrammed at any time and will not be lost in the event of a power
loss).
¥ Upon exiting the programming mode after programming at the system site, all programmed
data is automatically uploaded to the central station; if the upload was successful, a message
to that effect will be displayed at the keypads.
For programming from a keypad, an FA550KP 2-line Alpha keypad must be connected (but need
not necessarily stay in the system).
Security Codes
¥ One Master code for entire system (user 2). Installer code is user 1.
¥ Up to 5 secondary user codes (for users 3Ð7). If not using a Duress code, user code 8 is
available for an additional user.
¥ One duress code (user 8) which, when used to disarm or arm the system, will send a silent
duress message to the central station.
Keypad Panic Keys
¥ Up to 3 programmable panic key functions are provided, designated as Zones 95, 96 and 99.
¥ Activated by wired and wireless keypads.
Paging Feature
If the paging feature has been programmed for your system, a pager will respond to certain
conditions as they occur in your system, and display code numbers on the pager indicating the
type of condition that has occurred.
Quick Arm Feature
ÒQuick ArmÓ may be programmed , allowing use of the [#] key in place of the security code for
arming (Quick Arm will not work unless the Master code has been programmed into the
system).
Optional Output Relays
¥ Up to 4 relays using one Ademco 4204 Relay Module
¥ Up to 2 relays using one Ademco 4229 Zone Expansion/Relay Module
¥ Actions programmable to respond to zone activity or manual keypad entries
Optional Phone Module
¥ Supports the FA4285 Phone Module .
¥ Provides access to the system via on premises or off-premises phones for arming, disarming,
etc., plus control of relay outputs.
Optional Long Range Radio
¥ Allows all messages that have been programmed to go to the primary telephone number to
be reported additionally to an Ademco 7720 PLUS or 7820 radio.
Alarm Output
¥Provides a 12VDC, 2 AMP output that can drive the compatible sounders listed in the
External Sounders section (assumes a fully charged battery is connected).
¥ Steady output for Burglary/Panic, or temporal pulse sounding output for Fire notification, as
required by UL.
¥ Uses current limiting circuitry for protection.
¥ Provision for Bell supervision.

Section 1. General Description
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Voltage Trigger for X10 Type Module
4-pin header serves as voltage trigger for an optional X10 type module (PF284 or equivalent).
Keyed connector with flying leads is supplied for connection from header to X10 type module.
Requires use of relay module (4204 or 4229), which must be programmed appropriately, as
indicated in the instructions.
Memory of Alarm Voltage Trigger
A 3-pin header serves as a voltage trigger for connection to an optional strobe light, etc. Will
remain activated following any alarm that activates the external sounder, until the system is
disarmed.
Chime/Chime by Zone
Chime, when on, will normally sound when any entry/exit or perimeter zone is faulted.
However, a Òchime by zoneÓ option, when programmed, allows only specific zones to chime if
they are faulted when the system is in the chime mode.
Quick Chime Feature
The [#] key can be used in place of the security code when turning Chime on and off.
Optional Bell Supervision
Red jumper on control board, when cut, will provide supervision of bell wiring (when bell is
wired with EOL resistor, as indicated in the instructions).
Auxiliary Power Output
¥ Provides 12VDC, 500mA maximum. Uses current limiting circuitry for protection.
¥ This output interrupts for smoke detector reset if 4-wire smoke detectors are used on basic
wired zones 1Ð6 (if programmed for fire).
¥ The system can be uploaded, downloaded, or controlled via an IBM compatible computer,
Windows downloading software and a HAYES modem specified by First Alert.
Keypad programming consists of:
¥ Data field programming
¥ Interactive (menu) mode programming
For programming from a keypad, an FA550KP 2-line Alpha keypad must be connected (but need
not necessarily stay in the system).
Communication Formats Supported
¥ 4+2 Ademco Low Speed (Standard).
¥ 4+2 Radionics (Standard).
¥ 4+2 Ademco Express.
¥ Ademco Contact ID.
Zone Descriptors
You can assign Alpha descriptors to all zones (useful only when using Alpha keypads and/or
the FA4285 Phone Module).
AC Power Supply
Uses 1317 120VAC plug-in transformer with 16.5VAC 25VA output.
Back-Up Battery
Rechargeable (Gel type) 12VDC, 4AH minimum.

FA147C Installation Instructions
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SECTION 2
Installing The Control
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In This Section
◆Mounting the Cabinet
◆Installing the Lock
◆Installing the Control's Circuit Board Alone, or (if used), with a 4204, 4219 or 4229 Module
◆Installing the Control and RF Receiver Circuit Boards Together in the Cabinet
◆Standard Phone Line Connections
◆ Wiring The AC Transformer
◆ Installing The Back-Up Battery
◆ Earth Ground Connections
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Mounting the Cabinet
Mount the control cabinet to a sturdy wall using fasteners or anchors (not supplied), in a clean,
dry area which is not readily accessible to the general public. Four mounting holes are provided
at the back of the cabinet.
If an RF Receiver is being used and you intend to mount its PC board within the cabinet, note
the following:
¥ Do not mount the cabinet on or near metal objects. This will decrease RF range and/or block
RF transmissions from wireless transmitters.
¥ Do not locate the cabinet in an area of high RF interference (revealed by frequent or pro-
longed lighting of the LED in the receiver after it is operational). Random flicker is OK.
Installing the Lock (if used)
Use an Ademco No. N6277 Cam Lock and No. N6277Ð1 Push-On Clip (Retainer Clip).
Note: The cabinet can be closed and secured without a lock by using 2 screws in the cover's
edge.
CABINET DOOR BOTTOM
RETAINER
CLIP
RETAINER CLIP
(NOTE POSITION)
RETAINER
SLOTS
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
Figure 2Ð1. Installing the Lock
1. Remove the cabinet door. It is easily
removable for servicing and is easily re-
installed.
2. Remove the lock knockout from the control
cabinet door. Insert the key into the lock.
Position the lock in the hole, making
certain that the latch will make contact
with the latch bracket when the door is
closed.
3. Hold the lock steady, and insert the
retainer clip into the retainer slots.
Position the clip as illustrated in order to
permit easy removal.

FA147C Installation InstructionsÊ
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Before installing the cabinet's contents, remove the metal cabinet knock-outs required for wiring
entry. Do not attempt to remove the knockouts after the circuit board has been installed.
Installing the Control's Circuit Board Alone, or (if used), with a 4204, 4219 or 4229 Module
Installing the Control's Circuit Board in the Cabinet (See Figure 2Ð2)
1. Hang two short mounting clips provided (natural color) on the raised cabinet tabs (see
Detail B below).
2. Insert the top of the circuit board into the slots at the top of the cabinet. Make sure that
the board rests on the correct row (see Detail A ).
3. Swing the base of the board into the mounting clips and secure the board to the cabinet
with the accompanying screws (see Detail B).
Important Note:
The two short mounting clips (natural color) are to be used on the circuit board even
when the RF receiver is mounted above it
Installing the 4204, 4219 or 4229 Module in the Cabinet (See Figure 2Ð2)
Any one of these units can be mounted in the cabinet with the main control board, if used.
1. Insert self-tapping screws (provided) in two adjacent raised cabinet tabs. Leave the heads
projecting 1/8".
2. Hang the unit on the screw heads via two of the slotted holes at the rear of its housing, as
shown in Figure 2Ð2.
3. The 4204's cover can be left off if the unit's DIP switch is set with its position 1 "ON" (to the
right) as shown in its instructions. The 4219's or 4229's cover can be left off if the cover
tamper jumper is placed in its upper (not tampered) position (see Detail C).
The tampered cover is necessary for installations outside of the control's cabinet.
DETAIL A
SIDE VIEW OF
BOARD SUPPORTING SLOTS
CIRCUIT
BOARD
CABINET
DETAIL B
SIDE VIEW OF
SHORT MOUNTING CLIPS CONTROL
CIRCUIT
BOARD
Figure 2Ð2.
Installing the PC Board in the Cabinet Alone, or (if used), with a 4204, 4219, or 4229

ÊÊSection 2. Installing the Control
2Ð3
Installing the Control and RF Receiver Circuit Boards Together in the Cabinet (Figure 2Ð3)
1. Hang two short (black) mounting clips (provided with receiver) on the raised cabinet tabs,
as shown in Detail B in Figure 2Ð3.
2. Insert the top of the receiver board (removed from its own case as described in its
instructions) into the slots at the top of the cabinet, as shown in Detail A in Figure 2Ð3.
Make sure that the board rests on the correct row of tabs, as shown.
3. Swing the base of the board into the mounting clips and secure it to the cabinet with the
accompanying screws (see Detail B in Fig. 2Ð3).
4. Insert the top of the control's board into the slot in the clips and position two long (red)
clips at the lower edge of the board (see Detail C).
5. Swing this board into place and secure it with two additional screws.
6. Insert grounding lugs (supplied with the receiver) through the top of the cabinet into the
left-hand terminals of the antenna blocks (at the upper edge of the receiver board) and
secure them to the cabinet top with the screws provided, as shown in Detail D.
7. Insert the receiver's antennas through the top of the cabinet, into the blocks' right-hand
terminals, and tighten the screws.
8. Setup and wiring of the receiver is contained in the Wireless (RF) Zone Expansion (5800 RF
Systems) section.
Figure 2Ð3.
Installing The PC Board
And RF Receiver (if used)
Together In The Cabinet

FA147C Installation Instructions
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Standard Phone Line Connections
The wiring connections shown here are not applicable if the FA4285 Phone Module is used. Refer
to the FA4285 Phone Module section for information regarding phone line connections, which are
different than those shown here.
Incoming phone line and handset wiring is connected to the main terminal block via a RJ31X
jack (CA38A jack in Canada), as indicated below and shown in Figure 2Ð4.
Term. 17: Local Handset (TIP Ð Brown*).
Term. 18: Local Handset (RING Ð Gray*).
Term. 19: Incoming Phone Line (TIP Ð Green*).
Term. 20: Incoming Phone Line (RING Ð Red*).
*Ê Colors of wires in Direct Connect Cord.
TERMINALS
ON CONTROL
EARTH GROUND
➡
PREMISES
PHONES
Handset Incoming
Telco Line
TIP RING
BROWN (TIP)
GRAY (RING)
GREEN (TIP)
RED (RING)
RJ31X
JACK
PLUG
DIRECT
CONNECT
CORD
➧
TIP
RING
GROUND
▲
▲▲
INCOMING TELCO LINE
▲
{
{
17 18 19 20 21
CA38A
JACK IN
CANADA
Figure 2Ð4.Ê Standard Telephone Line Connections
Wiring The AC Transformer
1317 Transformer
Wire the transformer to terminals 1and 2on the control board. See the wiring table below for
wire gauge to use.
WIRING TABLE
Distance of Transformer Wire Gauge
From the Control Panel To Use
Up to 50 feet # 20
50Ð100 feet # 18
100Ð250 feet # 16
¥Wiring to the AC Transformer must not exceed 250 feet using 16 gauge wire.
¥Do not plug the transformer into the AC outlet until you are instructed to do so. As a general
rule, the control should be de-powered while making any connections to it.

ÊÊSection 2. Installing the Control
2Ð5
Installing The Back-Up Battery
1. Place the 12-volt back-up battery in the control cabinet. To calculate the correct battery size
for an installation, refer temporarily to ÒCalculating the Battery Size NeededÓ in the Final
Power Up section.
UU
UULL
LL Use a 4AH battery or larger for UL installations.
2. Attach Red and Black wires on the battery connector cable to the control board as follows:
a. Red to the positive (+) battery tab on the control board (see Summary of Connections
Diagram for location, if necessary).
b. Black to the negative (Ð) battery tab on the control board .
Ê These wires may have already been connected to the battery tabs on the control board. If so,
disregard steps a. and b.
Do not attach the connector cable to the terminals on the battery until you are instructed to do
so later in the manual.
Earth Ground Connections
This product has been designed and laboratory-tested to ensure its resistance to damage from
generally expected levels of lightning and electrical discharge, and does not normally require
an earth ground. If an earth ground is desired for additional protection in areas of severe
electrical activity, terminal 21 on the control board, or the cabinet, may be used as the ground
connection point. The following are examples of good earth grounds available at most
installations:
Metal Cold Water Pipe:
Use a non-corrosive metal strap (copper is recommended) firmly secured to the pipe to which
the ground lead is electrically connected and secured.
AC Power Outlet Ground:
Available from 3-prong, 120VAC, power outlets only. To test the integrity of the ground
terminal, use a three-wire circuit tester with neon lamp indicators, such as the UL-Listed Ideal
Model 61Ð035, or equivalent, available at most electrical supply stores.

FA147C Installation Instructions
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3Ð1
SECTION 3
Installing Remote Keypads
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In This Section
◆General Information
◆Keypads That May Be Used
◆Wiring to the Keypads
◆Mounting the Keypads
◆Using a Supplementary Power Supply to Power Additional Keypads
◆Preliminary Check-out Procedure
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General Information
This section lists the wired keypads that may be used and provides instructions for wiring and
mounting the keypads.
A preliminary check-out procedure is also provided to ensure that the connected keypads are
functioning properly in the system.
Keypads That May Be Used
¥ Fixed-Word Display: FA210KP, FA250KP, FA245KP
¥ Alpha Display: FA550KP
¥ Up to 4 keypads, independent of auxiliary power considerations (you may need to use an
auxiliary power supply if the 500mA aux. output is exceeded).
Be sure the keypads are set to the non-addressable mode (address 31).
Wiring To The Keypads
1. Determine wire gauge by referring to the wiring length/gauge chart below.
For devices (Keypads, RF Receivers, Expansion/Relay units, etc.) connected to a single 4-
wire run, determine the current drawn by all units connected to the single wire run, then
refer to the Wiring Run chart to determine the maximum wire length that can be safely
used for each wire size. Current draw for all devices can be found in the Specifications and
Accessories section.
Note: Refer to ÒAuxiliary Device Current Draw WorksheetÓ in the Final Power Up section
for current draw for all keypads.
Maximum wire lengths for any device that is homerun to the control can also be determined from
the chart, based on the current draw of that device alone.
2. Make sure the control is not powered up while making the following connections.
3. Run field wiring from the control to the keypads (using standard 4-conductor twisted wire
cable using the wire gauge determined in step 1).
4. Connect remote Keypads to terminals 4, 5, 6, and 7 on the control board.

FA147C Installation Instructions
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Wiring Run Chart For Devices* Drawing Aux Power From The Control (12V+ & 12VÐ)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAWN BY ALL DEVICES CONNECTED TO A SINGLE WIRE RUN
ÊÊ Wire Size 50mA or less 100mA 300mA 500mA
#22 Ê 500 ft (152m) 250 ft (76m) Ê80 ft (24m) ÊÊÊ50 ft (15m)
#20 Ê 750 ft (228.6m) 380 ft (116m) 130 ft (39.6m) ÊÊÊ80 ft (24m)
#18 1300 ft (396m) 650 ft (198m) 220 ft (67m) Ê130 ft (39.6m)
#16 1500 ft (457m) 1000 ft (305m) 330 ft (100.5m) Ê200 ft (70m)
*Includes Keypads, RF Receivers, Expansion/ Relay Units, or the FA4285 Phone Module.
The length of all wire runs must not exceed 1500 feet (457m) when unshielded quad conductor
cable is used (750 feet if shielded cable is used). This restriction is due to the capacitive effect on
the data lines when quad cable is used.
KEYPADS
BLACK
RED
GREEN
YELLOW
4
5
6
7
CONTROL
TERMINALS
KEYPAD CONNECTOR CABLE
¯
Figure 3–1. Keypad Connections To The Control Board
Mounting the Keypads
1. Make sure keypads are set to non-addressable mode (address 31), which is the factory
default setting. Refer to the instructions provided with the keypad for address setting
procedure.
2. Mount the keypads at a height that is convenient for the user. Refer to the instructions
provided with the keypad for mounting procedure.
You can either surface mount or flush mount keypads (using an appropriate Trim Ring Kit:
FA550TRK (except FA210KP, FA245KP). Refer to the mounting instructions and template
included with the keypad and/or trim ring kit for specific information.
Using a Supplementary Power Supply to Power Additional Keypads
The control provides 500mA for powering keypads (up to a maximum of 4) and other devices
from the auxiliary power output. The backup battery will supply power to these keypads in the
event that AC power is lost.
When the controlÕs auxiliary power load for all devices exceeds 500mA, you can power
additional keypads from a regulated, 12VDC power supply (e.g., 487-12 supplies 12V, 250mA;
488-12 supplies 12V, 500mA). Use a UL Listed, battery-backed supply for UL installations.
The 487-12/488-12 power supplies have a backup battery which can power these keypads in the
event of AC power loss.
Keypads powered from supplies which do not have a backup battery will not function when AC
power is lost. Therefore, be sure to power at least one keypad from the Control's auxiliary power
output.