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THANK YOU for your purchase of the
FA848C Security System.
The purpose of this manual is to give you a brief overview of the FA848C control panel, and provide
instructions for installing a basic system. First Alert Professional is always available to serve YOU. Our
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Before you call Technical Service, PLEASE be sure you:
•Check the wiring diagram and verify your connections.
•Assure that the transformer and backup battery voltages are supplying the proper voltage levels.
•Verify your programming information.
•Read this manual thoroughly.
•Consult the Troubleshooting Section of this Manual.
•Note the proper model number of this product, and the version level (if known), along with any
documentation that came with the product.
•Have your company name and telephone number ready.
This information will allow us to serve you more quickly and effectively. Please, remember to BE PATIENT
while waiting on the telephone; your call will be answered as soon as possible.
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, a separate Programming Guide is included with this manual. It provides
space for listing entries for each programming question.
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Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1-1
System Features .......................................................................................................................... 1-1
Special Notes................................................................................................................................ 1-2
System Wiring and Hookup.................................................................................................. 2-1
System Wiring Diagram.............................................................................................................. 2-1
Terminal Connections.................................................................................................................. 2-2
Auxiliary Device Current Draw Worksheet................................................................................ 2-5
Wiring Information For Keypads & Other Devices.................................................................... 2-6
Keypad Addressing...................................................................................................................... 2-6
PC Board Mounting................................................................................................................ 3-1
Mounting the FA848C PC Board ................................................................................................ 3-1
Mounting the RF Expander Module ........................................................................................... 3-2
Mounting the Zone Expander Module ........................................................................................ 3-2
System Configurations........................................................................................................... 4-1
Partitioning.................................................................................................................................. 4-1
Hardwire Zones and Zone Expansion Module............................................................................ 4-2
Wireless Transmitters................................................................................................................. 4-3
Relay/Trigger Outputs................................................................................................................. 4-4
Paging/Beeps (Audio Tone Format) ............................................................................................ 4-5
System Operations.................................................................................................................. 5-1
Power Up/System Reset............................................................................................................... 5-1
Keypads........................................................................................................................................ 5-1
Keypad Sounder........................................................................................................................... 5-3
Arming the System...................................................................................................................... 5-4
User Code Programming ............................................................................................................. 5-6
User Deletion ............................................................................................................................... 5-7
Keypad Emergency Conditions ................................................................................................... 5-8
Quick Command Modes............................................................................................................... 5-8
System Programming............................................................................................................. 6-1
System Default............................................................................................................................. 6-1
Installer Modes Summary........................................................................................................... 6-1
Data Entry Via Keypads.............................................................................................................. 6-5
Summary of System Programming............................................................................................. 6-6
Installer Mode 1, Submode 1: SYSTEM OPTIONS.................................................................... 6-7
Submode 2: ZONE PROGRAMMING / REPORT CODES....................................................... 6-42
Submode 3: WIRELESS TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING.................................................. 6-47
Submode 4: DESCRIPTOR PROGRAMMING......................................................................... 6-49
Summary of Keypad Functions ........................................................................................... 7-1
User Functions............................................................................................................................. 7-1
Installer Modes ............................................................................................................................ 7-1
Central Station Reporting Formats.................................................................................... 8-1
Standard (3x1 or 4x1) .................................................................................................................. 8-1
Extended (3x1 Ext. or 4x1 Ext.) .................................................................................................. 8-2
Partial Extended (3x1 Part. Ext. or 4x1 Part. Ext.)................................................................... 8-2
3x2 or 4x2..................................................................................................................................... 8-2
FBII Superfast (4x3x1)................................................................................................................ 8-3
ADEMCO 4x1 Express................................................................................................................. 8-3
ADEMCO 4x2 Express................................................................................................................. 8-3
ADEMCO Point ID....................................................................................................................... 8-4
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................... 9-1
Regulatory/Limitations Statements .......................................................................................2
Warnings and Limitations ........................................................................................................5
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Before you begin using this manual, it is important that you understand the meaning of the
following symbols (icons) and text note.
ULThese notes include specific information that 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 a critical note that could seriously affect the operation of the system, or
could cause damage to the system. Please read each warning carefully. This symbol also alerts
the user to the possibility of physical harm if instructions are not followed as written
.
NOTE: These text notes are provided throughout the manual to provide informative information and
shortcut tips for the installer.
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System Features
The FA848C is a state-of-the-art microprocessor-based control/communicator that provides
3 partitions plus a common partition, and supports both hardwire and wireless zones.
Programming can be performed through any of the compatible keypads; or the system can
be uploaded and downloaded remotely using the Compass Downloader Software.
Additionally, the software can be programmed to control remote actions, such as arming,
disarming, bypassing, etc. Programming options are stored in an Electrically Erasable
Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM). The EEPROM is nonvolatile, meaning that
programmed instructions will not be lost in the event of a loss of power.
Features of the FA848C include:
•Multi-lingual support for LCD keypad displays
•4 partitions: 3 independent partitions plus a common
partition
•8 hardwire Zones (all fully programmable, including
keyswitch), expandable to 8 additional hardwire zones
using optional plug-in OMNI-EXP8 Expansion Module
•Hardwire zones can be configured as standard or
double balanced, or can be set for zone doubling
(providing up to 32 hardwire zones if zone
expander is used)
•48 wireless protection zones plus up to 8
wireless keys
•Cross zoning capability
•64 user codes (either 4-digit or 6-digit codes can
be used)
•Up to 12 keypads (FALCDKP, FALEDKP)
•Keypad programming and remote programming
via PC and modem
•Upload/download and remote commands
•3 methods of uploading/downloading: PC
operator-initiated, unattended
downloading & on-line downloading
•Paging (audio format) capabilities
•Auto Arming at a specific time of day with
capability to arm in either Away, Stay, or
Instant Modes
•Two entry timers
•128 event history log (alarms, troubles, low
battery, bypasses, control station (cs) test,
openings & closings) and keypad events
•3 emergency keypad conditions (panic, fire &
auxiliary)
•20 programmable relay outputs (using optional XL4705
modules)
•4 built-in programmable trigger outputs (2 triggers if
relay module is used)
•Real-time clock (displays time & date via LCD keypad)
with reminder when clock needs to be set
•CS test timer by event, time or both (1 hour, 1, 7, 27, 60,
90 days)
•Customer control of chime mode and pager mode
•Quick arming, quick bypass, and quick force
arming
•CS reporting by zone
•False alarm prevention features: crossed zones,
exit error, recent close, swinger shutdown
•Cancel code & system stabilization during power
up
•Arming by keyswitch in Away or Stay modes
•Keypad tamper/lockout with optional CS
reporting
•Restore transmission options: after loop or after
bell
•Fire zone reset through keypad
•Glassbreak reset through keypad
•Bell Test, Low Battery Test, AC Loss and
Communications Failure indications
•Input power: 16.5VAC, 25VA; 12VDC, 4-7AH
•Output power: 12VDC, 500mA
•Bell output power: 12VDC, 3A
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Special Notes
ULIMPORTANT - Failure to install and program this unit in accordance with the UL require-
ment is a violation of the listing mark. For more information on UL Listings, contact
Underwriters Laboratories, Progress Department, 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook IL
60062.
UL Listings
The FA848C is the Residential (Household) version of the control panel, and has been Listed
by Underwriters Laboratories for the following applications:
•UL 1023 Household Burglary
•UL 985 Household Fire Warning
•UL Commercial Burglary (pending)
•ULC Household Burglary and Fire
FCC Registration Number: AC3 USA-40133-MD-T
REN: 0.4B
References to Programming Questions
Programming questions are grouped into 4 installer programming submodes, as follows:
1 – System Options
2 – Zone and Report Code Programming
3 – Wireless Zone/Keyfob Programming
4 – Zone Descriptor Programming
Throughout this manual, programming question references without a submode designation
pertain to questions in submode 1 (system options). Programming questions for other
submodes include the appropriate submode number.
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System Wiring Diagram
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CONNECT GROUNDING LUGSTO LEFT-HAND TERMINALS
DIRECT PLUG-IN
(Wireless Zones)
ANTENNA 2
RECEIVER
INTERNAL
CONNECTIONS
SMOKE POWER (6+) & (7-)
12VDC REG., 50mA MAX
BELL SUPV
JP4
TRANSFORMER
16.5 VAC, 40VA
(CONNECT TO 24 HR.
120VAC, 60Hz
OUTLET)
++
+
-
-
BELL
OR
SELF-CONTAINED
SIREN
GROUND LUG
2.2k
ZONE
1
2.2k
ZONE
2
2.2k
ZONE
3
2.2k
ZONE
4
2.2k
ZONE
5
2.2k
ZONE
6
2.2k
ZONE
7
2.2k
ZONE
8
BLACK ( ) YELLOW (DATA IN)
GREEN (DATA OUT)
RED (+)
MODEL 368 CORD
TO RJ31X OR
CA38A JACK
TELCO
HOME
12V, 4-6H
BATTERY
MODEL 467
BLACK
RED
+
_
ANTENNA 1 JP1 JP2
29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
P2 P3
2.2k
ZONE
9
2.2k
ZONE
10
2.2k
ZONE
11
2.2k
ZONE
12
2.2k
ZONE
13
2.2k
ZONE
14
2.2k
ZONE
15
2.2k
ZONE
16
TRIGGERSTRIGGERS
+VBELL
GROUND
TRIGGER 2
TRIGGER 3 (OR CLOCK) *
TRIGGER 4 (OR DATA) *
TRIGGER 1
OMNIEXP 8
HARDWIRE ZONE EXPANDER
(optional)
* IF XL4705 RELAY
MODULES USED.
RED GREEN
GRAY
BROWN
AUX PWR
(500mA MAX)
TO PREVENT RISK FROM ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, DE-ENERGIZE THE SYSTEM
CONTROL UNIT AND DISCONNECTTHE
TELEPHONE LINES BEFORE SERVICING
THIS UNIT.
WARNING
P3
P2
PROGRAMMING
DEFAULT JUMPERS
EXT. SIREN SUPERVISION INPUT
OPTIONAL
TRIGGER CABLE
XL4612TC
USE WITH
FALCDKP
FALEDKP
TYPICAL DOUBLE
BALANCED ZONES
TYPICAL CONNECTION
FOR ZONE DOUBLING
JP4 JUMPER
PINS
APPLICATION
1 & 2
2 & 3
STANDARD BELL
SUPERVISION
EXTERNAL SIREN
DRIVER SUPERVISION
(USE TERM. 6 FOR
SVSN. INPUT)
FA848C-001-V0
910
7.5k
ZONE 2
3.3k
ZONE 1
2.2k
2.2k
2.2k
2.2k
2.2k
2.2k
910
11
TAMPER
CONTACTS
TAMPER
CONTACTS
TELCO CONNECTOR
(APPLICABLE ONLY
IN AUSTRALIA)
FIRE &
BURGLARY
ALARM
OUTPUT
(11.5 -
13.1VDC,
1A MAX)
STANDARD EOLR
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ZR401
RF RECEIVER
(optional)
IMPORTANT: All control panel wiring should be completed prior to applying power to avoid possible
harm to circuits due to electrostatic discharge.
SYSTEM STABILIZATION MODE: Upon power-up of the system and after completion of system
programming, all the lights on the LED keypads flash momentarily and the LCD keypads display
“STANDBY!” HOWEVER, THE ZONES WILL NOT RESPOND TO ALARM CONDITIONS FOR
APPROXIMATELY 2 MINUTES. The 2-minute interval is used to allow motion detectors (interior zones)
to stabilize on power-up in order to prevent false alarms. The 2-minute response time can be disabled by
simply entering a valid user code, which disarms the system and reduces the power-up reset time to
approximately 5 seconds.
NOTE: If total system power is lost, then upon power restoral, the system returns to the previously
armed state.
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Terminal Connections
TERMINALS DESCRIPTION
1 & 2 TRANSFORMER:
Connect the 16.5VAC 40VA transformer, utilizing 18awg or larger wire
at a distance not to exceed 15 feet from the panel, to an unswitched
120VAC outlet.
The system can supply up to 1.8 amps of total current.
Do not use any other transformer, as this may result in improper
operation or damage to the unit.
The “AC/LOW BAT” keypad LED remains ON while AC power is
present. If an AC loss occurs, the “AC/LOW BAT” LED turns off
immediately. If AC power remains OFF for 15 minutes, the system
pulses the keypad buzzer and transmit a power-loss message to the
central station, if programmed to do so. The keypad buzzer can be
silenced by entry of any valid user code. When AC restores, the
“AC/LOW BAT” LED lights immediately, and a Restore code is reported,
if programmed.
3(+) & 4(-) BELL OUTPUT:
The total output power available for sounding devices is 1 amp at 11.5 -
13.1VDC. These terminals will deliver constant output on burglary,
audible panic and bell test. On a fire condition, a pulsed or temporal
output can be generated. There are separate bell cutoff times
programmable for burglary and fire conditions within the programming
sequence. For UL Household Fire Warning System installations, the
speaker must be mounted indoors for best audibility. Also, for UL
installations, use only one speaker.
NOTE: Before connecting sounding devices, please consult their
specifications for proper current draw.
NFPA 72 REQUIREMENT: All the
interconnecting pathways (cable, wire,
etc.) between the alarm system initiating
device (control panel) and the signaling
device (bell, speaker, siren, etc.) shall
be monitored for an occurrence of an
open circuit, which prevents the normal
operation of the system. An occurrence
of an open circuit shall be indicated by a
distinctive trouble signal
BELL SUPERVISION (Bell ) - To meet the NFPA 72 requirement, program
any zone as a fire zone. The bell is then supervised for an open circuit
(not a short circuit) across the bell output terminals; a bell supervision
fault will be displayed at the keypad and reported to the central station
if a report code is enabled. If the bell is already ringing, the supervision
will not take effect until after bell cutoff time.
SIREN SUPERVISION (Self-Contained Siren/Speaker)
(Not for use in UL installations.) To meet the NFPA 72 requirement
program any zone as a Fire Zone. The siren is then supervised for an
open circuit (not a short circuit) across the bell output terminals; the
keypad will indicate that a supervision condition has occurred and bell
supervision is reported to the CS if enabled (program mode 2, Question
79, locations 1,2). If the siren is already sounding, the supervision will
not take effect until after bell cutoff time.
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5 SIREN SUPERVISION INPUT:
The bell output may be supervised when a conventional bell or a
self-contained siren is connected. When you connect a conventional bell
or a self-contained siren to the bell output terminals (3 & 4), place the
jumper JP4 across pins 1 and 2. When you connect an external siren
driver to the bell output terminals, connect the supervision wire to the
siren supervision terminal of the siren driver, and place the jumper JP4
across pins 2 and 3. A supervisory condition will generate a pulsing
keypad sounder. Also, the supervisory LED on the keypad will pulse.
The sounder may be silenced by entering a valid user code while the
system is disarmed. The LED will continue to pulse until the supervision
is fixed. If a bell, self-contained siren, or external siren driver is not
connected to the bell output terminals, a 100-ohm resistor must be
placed across the siren supervision input to prevent a bell supervision
error. Bell supervision will be reported to the CS if CS code is enabled.
6(+) & 7(–) SMOKE DETECTOR POWER OR TRIGGER OUTPUT:
B+ SMOKE DETECTOR POWER: This system accepts 9.5 - 12VDC 4-wire
smoke detectors only. Approximately 50mA of current is available at
these terminals for powering all detectors. For UL installations hookup,
see wiring diagram.
These terminals adhere to the fire verification and reset logic, which is
explained in the zone types section of this manual.
6(+) & 4(-) REGULATED POWER (11.5 - 13.1VDC):
B+ The total regulated output power for motion detectors and other external
devices is 500mA at 11.8 - 12.5V for residential applications, or 12.0 -
12.5V for commercial applications, with less than 100 mVPP ripple. The
total regulated output capacity of the FA848C includes the power
available from these terminals (6 & 4) as well as the power used by the
keypads (23 [+] & 20 [–]) and smoke detectors (7 [–] & 6 [+]). Therefore,
to determine the total power available from these terminals, subtract
the power consumed by the keypads and smoke detectors.
ZONE INFORMATION (HARDWIRED ZONES):
8(+) & 9(-) Zone 1 [Default = DELAY]
10(+) & 9(-) Zone 2 [Default = INTERIOR]
11(+) & 12(-) Zone 3 [Default = INSTANT]
13(+) & 12(-) Zone 4 [Default = INSTANT]
14(+) & 15(-) Zone 5 [Default = INSTANT]
16(+) & 15(-) Zone 6 [Default = INSTANT]
17(+) & 18(-) Zone 7 [Default = INSTANT]
19(+) & 18(-) Zone 8 [Default = INSTANT]
Normally-closed devices may be wired in series; normally-open devices
may be wired in parallel. A 2.2k-ohm end-of-line resistor can be installed
on all zones. (Refer to the wiring diagram.) The standard loop response
time is 280ms on all zones. The factory default values for each zone are
listed in the table above; however, any zone can be programmed for the
following types: Delay, Perimeter, Interior, Fire, 24-Hr. Alarm, or 24-Hr.
Trouble. Further explanation of the zone types can be found in the
System Programming section of this manual. See the “Hardwired and
Zone Expansion Module” paragraph in the System Configuration
section for information on zone doubling (to increase the number of
available hardwire zones) and the use of double-balanced zones.
NOTE: Loop response is defined as the minimum time required for a
fault to trip a zone.
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ZONE INFORMATION (WIRELESS ZONES):
RF RECEIVER Up to 48 wireless zones can be used if the ZR401 Wireless Expansion
Module is installed. The maximum number of zones (48) includes the 8
basic wired zones, wired zones using the expansion module, and the
wireless zones. Compatible ADEMCO 5800 Series wireless devices must
be used. See the “Wireless Zones” paragraph in the System
Configuration section for more information on using wireless zones
and for a list of compatible transmitters.
20(BLK), 21(YEL)
22(GREEN) &
23(RED)
KEYPADS:
Up to 12 keypads (FALCDKP, FALEDKP) may be wired to these terminals,
but no more than 8 of any one type. The connections are as follows: 20
(BLACK = negative), 21 (YELLOW = data in), 22 (GREEN = data out),
and 23 (RED = positive power). Each keypad draws approximately 65mA.
Maximum keypad length is 500 feet using 22-gauge wire.
NOTE: In some installations, it may be necessary to use shielded wire to
prevent radio frequency interference.
24(BRN), 25(GRAY),
26(GREEN) &
27(RED)
TELEPHONE LINE:
Connect the RJ31X cord as follows: 24 (BROWN = Home Tip), 25 (GRAY
= Home Ring), 26 (GREEN = Telco Tip), 27 (RED = Telco Ring). Insert
the plug into an USOCRJ31X Jack (or a CA31A Jack for Canadian
installations).
The FCC registration number is AC3 USA-40133-MD-T, and the ringer
equivalence is 0.4B. The system should not be connected to party lines or
coin-operated phones.
If this control panel will be used for uploading, downloading, or remote-
command applications, the telephone line connected to the control panel
must not be shared with a fax machine or modem. Furthermore, this
device should not be connected to a phone line that has Call Waiting,
unless the Call Waiting Interrupt numbers are programmed into the
panel dialing sequence.
28 EARTH GROUND:
Connect this grounding lug to a cold water pipe utilizing #18awg wire at
a distance of no greater than 15 ft. Use a noncorrosive metal strap firmly
secured to the pipe to which the lead is electrically connected and
secured. If the premises pipes terminate in PVC, this terminal must be
connected to a 6-foot grounding rod.
BACKUP BATTERY: The RED (+) and BLACK (-) flying leads must be connected to a 12VDC
4-7AH battery to serve as backup power in the event of AC loss.
A battery test occurs approximately every minute. Low-battery condition
occurs at nominal 11VDC. The keypad AC/LOW BAT LED and buzzer
pulse slowly when a low-battery condition is detected. The system
reports this condition to the CS if programmed to do so. There is also an
option that prevents the system from arming if a low battery has been
detected (see Question 19, L2).Battery restoral will occur within 4
minutes, at the next battery test. The buzzer may be silenced by
entering any valid user code.
NOTE: For UL installations, use two 4AH batteries connected in parallel.
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TRIGGER/RELAY OUTPUTS:
The control panel has four built-in programmable trigger outputs. In
addition, up to four XL4705 Relay Modules can be connected, providing 20
additional programmable relay outputs. If the Relay Modules are used
(enable modules in Question 17, L2), then built-in triggers 3 and 4 are no
longer used as trigger outputs, but serve as clock and data inputs for the
relay modules. See programming questions 37-48 for valid trigger/relay
types and programming.
NOTE: In order to connect devices to the triggers, use connector XL4612TC
(trigger cable). Connect to terminal P1 VBELL to obtain a POSITIVE
reference point.Triggers 1, 2, 3, and 4 (3 & 4 when not using XL4705) will
go to a negative ground potential when active. For UL installations, the
trigger outputs shall be connected to devices rated to operate over the range
from 10.1 - 14.0VDC at 50mA.
Auxiliary Device Current Draw Worksheet
DEVICE CURRENT DRAW
FOR EACH NUMBER OF UNITS TOTAL CURRENT FOR EACH
FALCDKP 38mA
FALEDKP 28mA
XL4705 (per active relay) 40mA
PIR **
Smoke Detector **
Glassbreak Detector **
**
**
TOTAL CURRENT FOR ALL DEVICES =
(500mA max.)
** If you are using devices such as PIRs, smoke detectors, etc., refer to the specifications for
that particular device's current draw. If the total current draw exceeds 500mA, use an
additional power supply.
*** For UL installations, do not exceed 180 mA.
NFPA, UL, and the California State Fire Marshal require the backup battery to provide power for
24 hours. The maximum aux. power varies by the ampere/hour rating of the battery used:
5AH = 95mA; 7AH = 180mA; 8AH = 210mA.
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Wiring Information For Keypads & Other Devices
If single or multiple devices are connected to a single 4-wire or 2-wire run ("daisy chained")
to the control terminals, determine the current drawn by the unit(s) connected to the single
wire run, then refer to the Wiring Run Table below to determine the maximum wire length
that can be safely used for each wire size.
In some cases, the total current drawn may result in a value not shown in the table. For
example, if you plan to use #22 gauge wire and the total current drawn is 400mA (a value
between 300mA and 500mA), the maximum wire length you should use is approximately 65
ft. (a length between 50 and 80 ft.). Other maximum wire lengths for values of current not
shown in the table can be calculated in a similar manner.
Maximum wire lengths for a device that is "home run" to the control can also be determined
from the table, based on the current draw of that device alone.
Wiring Run Table for Devices Drawing Power From Terminals 23 (+) & 20 (-)
TOTAL CURRENT DRAWN BY ALL UNITS ON A SINGLE WIRE RUN
WIRE SIZE 50mA or less 100mA 300mA 500mA
#22 500 ft. (152 m.) 250 ft. (76 m.) 80 ft. (24 m.) 50 ft. (15 m.)
#20 750 ft. (228.6 m.) 380 ft. (116 m.) 130 ft. (39.6 m.) 80 ft. (24 m.)
#18 1300 ft. (396 m.) 650 ft. (198 m.) 220 ft. (67 m.) 130 ft. (39.6 m.)
#16 2000 ft. (609.6 m.) 1000 ft. (305 m.) 330 ft. (100.5 m.) 200 ft. (70 m.)
Examples:
1. What is the maximum distance from the control panel for one keypad drawing 30mA
using #20 gauge wire?
Using the table, the keypad can be placed no greater than 750 ft. away from the panel (50mA or less).
2. What is the maximum distance for 3 keypads drawing 150mA using #20 gauge wire
connected in a single wire run?
Using the tables above, the farthest keypad can be placed no more than 317.5 ft. away from the
panel. (380-130=250; 250÷2=125; 130+125=255 ft for 200mA; then 380-255=125: 125÷2=62.5;
62.5+255=317.5 ft.
3. What is the maximum distance for 5 smoke detectors drawing 0.25mA (50 microA each)
using #22 gauge wire connected in a single wire run?
Using the table, the farthest smoke detector can be placed no more than 500 ft. away from the panel.
Keypad Addressing
The keypad address identifies the keypad number to the control panel as programmed in
Questions 49-52. LED style and LCD style keypads can share the same addresses (e.g. you
can have LED keypad address 1 and LCD keypad address 1).
Set the keypad addresses by using the keypad’s DIP switches and referring to the
following table:
Switch
Address 1 2 3
8 off off off
7ONoffoff
6offONoff
5 ONONoff
4offoffON
3ONoffON
2 off ON ON
1 ONONON
NOTE: Access the DIP switches by removing the keypad’s cover.
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Mounting the FA848C PC Board
NOTE: The door of the metal cabinet may be removed to make it easier to install the control
panel.
Remove the door as follows:
1. With the cabinet lying on a flat surface, swing open the door to its full-open position.
2. Slide the door out of its retaining slots in the cabinet and store in a safe place.
BEFORE MOUNTING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD, BE CERTAIN THAT
APPROPRIATE METAL KNOCKOUTS HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM THE
METAL CABINET. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE KNOCKOUTS AFTER
CIRCUIT BOARD HAS BEEN INSTALLED.
Mount the circuit board as follows:
1. Hang three mounting clips on the raised cabinet tabs. Observe proper clip orientation to
avoid damage to clip when mounting screws are tightened and to avoid problems with
insertion and removal of PC board.
2. Insert top of circuit board into slots at top of cabinet. Make sure that circuit board rests
in slots as indicated in the diagram shown below.
3. Swing base of circuit board onto mounting clips.
4. Secure PC board to middle mounting clip of enclosure using the screw provided.
5. Secure the remaining sides of the PC board to the enclosure using the screws provided.
CABINET
ANTENNA AND GROUNDING LUG INSTALLATION
ANTENNA
MOUNT
(2 PLACES)
ANTENNA
(2)
SCREW
(2)
KNOCKOUT
PC BOARD
GROUNDING
LUG
(2)
FA848C-002-V0
ZR401 RF
RECEIVER
DETAILED SIDE VIEW
OF CLIP AND BOARD
INSTALLED
DETAILED SIDE VIEW
OF BOARD INSERTED
INTO SLOTS
3rd CLIP
REQUIRED
AB
DETAILED SIDE VIEW
OF CLIP INSTALLION:
A. CABINET TAB
WITHOUT CLIP
B. CABINET TAB
WITH HANGING
CLIP
RCVR BRD
PC BOARD
CABINET
ANTENNAS
(INSERT IN
RIGHT-HAND
TERMINALS)
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Mounting the RF Expander Module
1. Mount the receiver board on top of the control PC board as shown in the diagram below.
2. Insert grounding lugs (supplied) into the left-hand terminals of the antenna blocks and
secure them to the cabinet with the screws provided.
3. Insert the receiver's antennas through the top of the cabinet into the blocks' right-hand
terminals. Tighten screws.
BOARD
ZR401
RF RECEIVER
FA848C-004-V0
Mounting the Zone Expander Module
1. Mount the zone expander board onto the control PC board pins where shown in the
diagram below.
2. Connect zone wiring as shown on the wiring diagram earlier in this manual.
BOARD
OMNI1EXP 8
HARDWIRE ZONE EXPANDER
FA848C-003-V0
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Partitioning This system provides the ability to arm and disarm up to 3 different areas, known as
partitions, plus a common partition, each as if it had its own control. Partitions are used
when the user desires to disarm certain areas while leaving other areas armed, or to limit
access to certain areas to specific individuals. Each user of the system can be assigned to
operate any or all partitions, and can be given a different authority level in each. Users with
authority levels of 1 and 2 may view or program users in other partitions, using the [#] [0]
command.
Partitions are defined when programming zone information (submode 2 Questions 1-48).
Once the enabled zones have been established, each zone definition will be read and, if the
zone is enabled, the partition information from each of these zones will be used to enable the
systems partitioning. Partitioning must start with partition 1 and must be used
sequentially (i.e., you cannot have partition 3 without using partition 2).
Common Partition: When an installation consists of a partition shared by users of other
partitions in a building, the shared partition may be assigned as the common partition for
the system. An example of this might be in a medical building where there are two doctor's
offices and a common entrance area.
For a common partition to be valid, at least partitions 1 and 2 must exist (i.e., the installer
may not assign zones to partitions 1 and 3 without assigning zones to partition 2).
The common partition operates as follows:
•When any partition is disarmed, the common partition will also be disarmed.
•The common partition cannot be armed unless all other partitions are armed.
•Arming the last partition automatically arms the common partition in the state of the
last partition to arm (i.e., if the last partition arms in Stay mode, the common partition is
armed in Stay mode).
Keypads: Each keypad must be given a unique "address" and assigned to one partition
(Installer Mode 1, Questions 49-52). Keypads may be assigned to partitions 1, 2, 3, or a
common keypad that views the status of all partitions. Keypads mapped to the fourth
partition (common) show only the armed status of all partitions. The fourth partition, if
alarmed, is displayed in the other 3 partitions and may be cleared by any partition. When
the common alarm(s) are cleared, the other armed partitions do not display the common
zone alarm. If a partition no longer has any alarm, that partition is taken out of alarm
mode.
Zones: Each zone must be assigned to one partition (submode 2, Questions 01-48). The
zones assigned to a partition are displayed on that partition's keypad(s).
Users: Each user can be assigned to one or more partitions. A user with access to more than
one partition (multiple access) can "log on" to one partition from another partition's keypad
using the [#] [0] command.
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Hardwire Zones and Zone Expansion Module
Hardwired Zones: Consist of 8 on-board hardwired zones with a plug-in expansion module
to allow 8 additional hardwired zones. System options allow for all hardwired zones to be
configured as EOL, NC, NO, double balanced, or configured for zone doubling.
Standard Mode: Each zone may be programmed as an EOL (2.2k), normally closed or
normally open. Zones 7 and 8 can be set as fast zones (for normally closed loops only). Refer
to the connection diagram for wiring connections.
Double Balanced Zones: In this configuration, tampers may be detected for both shorted
and opened loops. Tamper conditions will cause an alarm if armed and a fault if disarmed,
with visible tamper indication on the keypad. Up to nine 2.2k resistors are wired in series
across normal shorted detectors, with one 2.2k end-of-line resistor. Any device that opens
adds 2.2k ohms of resistance to the loop causing an alarm. If the loop resistance exceeds
22k, the loop is considered tampered. Double-balanced zones override any individual zone
settings.
Zone Doubling: Up to 32 zones may be used as hardwired if an expander is also used when
this zone option is selected. The zones are consecutive on each physical loop. The low zone
uses a 3.3k resistor and the next zone uses a 7.5k resistor. The loop is wired with normally
shorted devices in parallel. This means that Loop 1 uses the 3.3k resistor for zone 1 and
the 7.5k resistor for zone 2; loop 2 contains zones 3 and 4, etc. In Zone programming (sub
mode 2, Question 90 L3 and 4), program the first odd numbered loop that zone doubling is
to begin, or, to disable zone doubling, enter 00. For example, programming a 15 in the zone
doubling question means that loop 15 on the zone expander will contain zones 15 & 16, and
loop 16 will contain zones 17 & 18. Only odd numbers may be selected because the system
scans 2 consecutive zones at a time.
Cross Zoning: Two groups of 2-zone crosses can be programmed, but the two zones in a
group must be within the same partition. Two cross-zone timers are programmable
(Questions 91 and 92 in Zone Programming) in 15-second increments (15 Sec. to 4 min.)
Cross zone processing only occurs when controlled zones are armed or on 24 hour zones.
Cross zoning works in the following way:
The first zone in a group that trips will load and start the cross-zone timer. There are 3
ways that an alarm may occur from this point:
•The other zone in the same group trips before the timer reaches 0. This causes an alarm
on the second zone to trip. The first zone to trip will only go into alarm if it is still
violated at the time the second zone causes an alarm.
•The zone is crossed to itself ( Zone 1 = Zone 2) and the zone has tripped 3 times within the
timing period (Pulse counter).
•The timer expires and the zone that started the timer is still violated and has not
restored during the entire timing cycle.
Zone Expander Module: Using the OMNIEXP8 Zone Expander Module, up to 8
additional hardwire zones can be used. These zones can be configured as standard (EOL,
NC, NO), double-balanced, or set for zone doubling. Refer to the PC Board and Keypad
Mounting section for information on installing the Zone Expander Module.
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Wireless Transmitters
Using the ZR401 wireless Expander Module, up to 48 wireless zones plus up to 8 wireless
keyfobs can be used. Each zone or keyfob must be programmed and its serial number
entered in programming mode.
The ZR401 features two antennas to provide diversity. One is located on the module and the
other is located on the control’s PC board.
The 8 hardwired zones on board may be eliminated from the system in order to use an
all-wireless system that supports up to 48 zones. The system can be programmed without
skips in zone usage by assigning an offset to the first RF zone (submode 2, Question 90).
For example, if 14 hardwired zones are used ( 8 on board and 6 on the hardwired expander),
the offset may be set to 15 to start the usage of wireless points. The default value for the
wireless offset is 9.
The following list shows the most popular compatible wireless devices.
Device Model
4-Button Remote 5801
2-Zone Transmitter 5816
Dual Element PIR 5890
Single-Button Pendant 5802MN
Dual Button Pendant 5802MN2
Smoke Detector 5807
4-Button Keyfob 5804
2-Button Keyfob 5804-2
Photoelectric Smoke Detector 5807LS
Photoelectric Smoke Detector w/sounder 5807LST
Photoelectric Smoke Detector w/heat 5808LST
135°Heat Detector 5809
1-Zone Mini Transmitter 5814
2-Zone Transmitter 5816
2-Zone Mini Transmitter 5816MN
45°Low Temperature Sensor 5816TEMP
3-Zone Transmitter 5817
1-Zone Recessed Transmitter 5818
Wireless Keypad 5827
Dual-Tech Shock/Glass Break 5849
Glass Break W/ “Flex” Technology 5850
Passive infrared detector 5890
PIR with Pet Immune Feature 5890PI
4-Pack Magnets 5899
NOTE: The FA848C system is not compatible with the ADEMCO bi-directional devices.
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Relay/Trigger Outputs
The system allows up to 22 programmable outputs. It provides 4 built-in triggers with the
option of adding up to four XL4705 Relay Modules (which provides up to 20 relay outputs).
If the relay modules are used, built-in triggers 3 and 4 no longer function as triggers but
serve as clock and data inputs for the modules. The remaining 2 built-in triggers provide a
total of up to 22 programmable outputs. See Programming Questions 37-48 for individual
trigger programming options.
Each XL4705 Relay Module provides five form C relays. Each module must be assigned a
unique module address (0-3) using its DIP switches. The module addresses allow the system
to identify the specific relay numbers being used, according to the following table:
Module Module DIP Relay Program
Number Address Numbers Question
1 0 1-5 Q37-39
2 1 6-10 Q39-41
3 2 11-15 Q42-44
4 3 16-20 Q44-46
Built-in triggers 1-4 are programmed in Questions 47-48.
NOTE: If using relay modules, only triggers 1 and 2 are available.
Connect the relay modules as shown:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011121314151617181920
GND DATA CLK
+ 12V NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C
Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5
XL4705
RELAY
MODULE
CONNECT
TO EARTH
GROUND
TO AUX POWER
TERMINALS
CONNECT TO TRIGGER 4
CONNECT TO TRIGGER 3
DATA
CLOCK
12V
REFER TO
“DIP SWITCH ADDRESSING”
TABLE FOR SETTINGS
DIP SWITCHES
DIP SWITCH 1: In the ON position, inverts Relays 2 and 4, e.g.,
if wired for normally closed (N.C.), relay will
change to normally open (N.O.), and vice versa.
SW1
ON
OFF
1234
DIP SWITCHES
SHOWN IN “OFF”
POSITION
Trigger Address Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4
1–5 OFF OFF OFF
6–10 ON OFF OFF
11–15 OFF ON OFF
16–20 ON ON OFF
21–25 OFF OFF ON
26–30 ON OFF ON
31–35 OFF ON ON
36–40 ON ON ON
DIP SWITCH ADDRESSING
*
Modules may have to be powered from a separate
12V power source if the total current drawn by the
relay modules exceeds the current available from
the control panel’s Auxiliary Power output
.
SW1
USE TWISTED
PAIR FOR
THESE WIRES
(4)
(6)
OMNI848-003-V0
XL4705 Current Advisory: Standby = 16mA
Each active relay = 40mA
Total current drain with all five relays active = 200mA
If a separate power supply is used to power the module, you
must connect the power supply ground to the control panel
ground terminal.
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Paging/Beeps (Audio Tone Format)
Summary: Upon certain system events (listed below), the system can send audio tones to one “pager”
(phone) number per partition. The data from these tones can be displayed on certain pagers (see format
below), or the tones can be listened to on a telephone by the end user (audio tone format). The phone
numbers are initially programmed in Questions 4-6, but can be changed by the end user by using the #58
“follow-me” command. In addition, the following can be programmed:
•The number of attempts to dial the pager number (1-3 times) when reporting an event (Question 18, L3)
•The events that cause a pager report, by partition, consisting of the following (Question 28, L1-L3):
zone alarms, 24-hour zone troubles, openings/closings (system wide enable)
•Enabling/disabling of a particular partition’s open/close reporting to the pager number (Question 28, L4
or [#] [8] command)
•Individual user open/close reporting to the pager number can be enabled/disabled using the [#] [7] command
Opening and Closing Reports
For reports of an opening or a closing to be sent, the following must be true:
1. The partition must not have an alarm or trouble condition;
2. The partition must have the open or close enabled (Question 28, L1, L2, L3);
3. The partition must have the open/close enable set by using the [#] [8] command (see below);
4. The user must be enabled to send a page (user enable programming using [#] [7] command).
5. Enable phone number for each partition (Questions 04, 05, 06).
6. The pager attempts option must be set (Question 18, L3).
User Enables and Options:
[#] [7] [code] [user number] [4] - This quick command allows a user with an authority level of 1 or 2 to
enable users in multiple partitions and also enables a user’s open/close reporting to the pager number. The
[4] toggles open/close reporting to the pager on and off.
[#] [8] - Allows the end user to turn on/off open and close page reports for that partition. This does not affect
alarm and trouble pages if enabled. Also, the installer must program reports for opens and/or closes to page.
LCD - Displays if open/close pages are on/off. Press [#] to toggle, press [*] to exit.
LED - Toggles if open/close will send a page.
[#] [5] [8] [code optionally] - Lets the end user change the pager number. This mode times out in 10 seconds
without saving the phone number if no key is pressed, or exits without saving if the [*] key is pressed.
Key functions:
[*] Key - Exits mode without saving
[#] Key - Saves new phone number and blanks digits from last digit entered to end
[Code] key - Enters a
$
C
#
in the string, which gives an additional 2 second dialing pause.
LCD - Displays 16-digit phone number. Enter the new phone number and press [#] to save or press [*] to
exit. After saving the number, pressing any other key (except *) will display the pager enable status (set
with [#] [8] command).
LED - Emits acknowledgment sound. Enter the phone number then press [#] to save, or press [*] to exit.
Paging/Beeps Sequence and Data Display: The pager feature will not begin until the dialer is off and
dialer delay is not active. By partition, the system checks if any event needs to be dialed. If a dialing
event occurs, the pager/beeps number for that partition is dialed, followed by a 6-second pause, followed
by the data tones. Dialing is repeated 1,2 or 3 times, as programmed.
The pager format is as follows:
Account Event Zone/User Terminator
1234 0,1, or 9 000-255 [#]
where:
Opening = 0
Closing= 1
Alarm or Trouble = 9
This data is transmitted 2 times with a 5-second pause between rounds.
NOTE: Only one event at a time is reported based on the following priority: Alarms take priority over
troubles, and troubles take priority over open/close.
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