GE Concord 4 User manual

GE
Security
P/N 466-2182 • REV G • ISS 12JUL10
Concord 4 Installation Manual

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Concord 4 Installation Manual i
Content
Important information iii
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
Planning the installation 2
SuperBus 2000 bus devices 3
Chapter 2 Installation 5
Installation overview 6
Mounting the panel 10
Intrusion detection devices 14
Smoke detectors 14
Speakers and sirens 17
SuperBus 2000 touchpads 21
SuperBus 2000 modules 21
Phones 27
Power 29
Chapter 3 Programming 31
Overview 32
Quick programming mode 34
Tier 1 programming menus 35
Tier 2 programming menus 37
Security menu 43
Phones menu 48
Phone options menu 52
Timers menu 55
Light control menu 57
Touchpad options menu 58
Reporting menu 59
Siren options menu 64
Sensors menu 65
Audio verification menu 69
Accessory modules menu 71
Onboard options menu 75
Macro keys menu 78
User programming mode 79
Downloader programming 89
Chapter 4 Testing and troubleshooting 91
Testing the system 92

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Troubleshooting 101
Appendix A System planning sheets 111
Customer information 112
Wireless devices 112
Hardware devices 113
Zone and sensor assignments 115
System settings index and record 118
Appendix B Reference tables 123
Sensor group characteristics 124
Sensor text 128
System event triggers 130
Sensor group event triggers 131
Sensor number event triggers 132
System feature event triggers 135
Response characteristics 136
Response numbers 136
Specifications 138

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Important information
Intended use
Use this product only for the purpose it was designed for; refer to the data sheet and
user documentation for details. For the latest product information, contact your local
supplier or visit us online at www.gesecurity.com.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by GE Security can void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
About this manual
This manual provides information for planning, installing, programming, and testing
this security system. Planning sheets are included for you to record hardware layout
and software programming settings.
Use this manual for the following panels:
600-1021-95R Concord 4 RF
600-1022-95R Concord Express V4
600-1040 Concord Commercial V4
600-1042 Concord Hybrid
When necessary, this manual refers you to other documentation with compatible
peripherals.
The Concord 4 User Manual (P/N 466-2183) contains user worksheets that you should
fill out during the installation and programming of the system. For multiple-partition
systems, we suggest a user manual for each partition.
Read these instructions and all related documentation entirely before installing or
operating this product.
Note: A qualified service person, complying with all applicable codes, should perform
all required hardware installation.

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Concord 4 Installation Manual 1
Chapter 1
Introduction
Summary
This chapter provides information to help you plan your Concord 4 panel and system
installation.
Content
Planning the installation 2
Standard panel 2
SuperBus 2000 bus devices 3

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Planning the installation
This section describes system capabilities to help you get familiar with the system.
Appendix A “System planning sheets” on page 111 provides planning sheets that let
you record the hardware and programming configuration of the system. Fill in all
necessary information ahead of time to help prepare for system installation.
Standard panel
Table 1 below shows the standard panel capabilities.
Table 1: Panel capabilities
Capabilities Concord Express v4 Concord 4/Concord Commercial v4
Zones 32 96
Partitions 2 6
Bus devices 16 16
User codes 16 230
Table 2 describes the basic panel (out-of-box) hardware capabilities for all panels.
Table 2: Basic panel hardware capabilities
Power Input for an AC step-down, plug-in style transformer.
Auxiliary power output Output that supplies 9 to 14 VDC with up to 1 amp for bus devices and
hardwired detectors, such as smoke and motion detectors.
Bus A and B Input and output that provides communication between bus devices
and the panel.
Siren driver Output that can drive an 8-ohm load and provides intrusion and fire
alarm sounds for partition 1 (15 watts maximum).
Two onboard outputs Can be used to activate other signaling devices based on system
events.
Out 1 is a 9 to 14 VDC source output, limited to 1.0 amp max.
Out 2 is an open-collector output, rated up to 14 VDC, 300 mA max
Microphone input Input used for 2-way audio when used in conjunction with the
Interrogator 200 audio verification module.
Eight supervised hardwired
zones
Inputs for various hardwired detectors. Zone 8 can be set up in
programming to accept two-wire smoke detectors. It sources 9 to 14
VDC, 90mA max.
Built-in RF receiver Allows use of up to 96 (Concord 4) or 32 (Concord Express v4) 319.5
MHz. crystal and/or SAW learn mode wireless sensors and touchpads.
Phone line connection Allows panel to communicate with central monitoring station and/or
pagers.

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SuperBus 2000 bus devices
The following components can be used with the Concord 4 panel:
Table 3: SuperBus devices
Touchpads Use the following touchpads for installer/user programming and
system operation.
• SuperBus 2000 2x16 LCD touchpad
• SuperBus 2000 2x20 LCD touchpad
• SuperBus 2000 2x20 VFD touchpad
• SuperBus 2000 ATP 1000 touchpad
• SuperBus 2000 ATP 2100 touchpad
• SuperBus 2000 ATP 2600 touchpad
Use the following touchpads for installer quick programming,
system operation and user programming:
• SuperBus 2000 fixed display touchpad
• SuperBus 2000 FTP 1000 touchpad
SuperBus 2000 RF transceiver Use the transceiver to receive signals from sensors and touchpad
that may be on the fringe of panel reception. The transceiver is
compatible with all 319.5 MHz crystal and SAW learn mode
wireless sensors and touchpads.
Power line carrier transformer Allows the use of X10 powerhouse lamp modules for light control
and light activation during alarms.
SuperBus 2000 voice only
module
Provides an output for a speaker that sounds system status and
alarm voice messages.
SuperBus 2000 phone
interface/voice module
Allows system access and control using touchtone telephones,
onsite or offsite. The module includes an output for a speaker
that sounds system status and alarm voice messages
SnapCards The following SnapCards expand the system as described:
8Z input Snapcard: Provides eight additional hardwired zone
inputs, of which two are dedicated for using two-wire smoke
detectors.
4 output SnapCard: Provides four form C relay outputs that can
be set up to activate other signaling devices, based on system
events, schedules, or direct control.
4Z
input/output combo SnapCard: Provides three hardwired zone
inputs, one two-wire smoke detector loop, and two outputs that
can be set up to activate other signaling devices, based on
system events, schedules, or direct control.
SuperBus 2000 8Z input module
(HIM)
Provides eight additional hardwire zone inputs.
SuperBus 2000 four-relay output
module (HOM)
Provides four form C relay outputs that can be set up to activate
other signaling devices, based on system events.

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Interrogator 200 audio
verification module
Allows central station operators to listen in and talk to occupants
on the premises to verify the emergency when an alarm report is
received.
SuperBus 2000 energy saver
module (ESM)
Provides a money-saving and convenient way to monitor and
control temperatures. The ESM uses low- and high-temperature
limits to save energy by overriding the existing HVAC thermostat.
SuperBus 2000 automation
module
Provides a connection to a compatible home automation device.
SuperBus 2000 wireless cellular
gateway
Allows users to control and monitor the status of their system
from the alarm.com internet website.
SuperBus 2000 2-amp power
supply
Provides an additional 12 VDC, 2 amps for powering system
devices and is supervised via the panel data bus.

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Chapter 2
Installation
Summary
This chapter provides information on locating and installing the panel and system
components.
Content
Installation overview 6
Mounting the panel 10
Intrusion detection devices 14
Smoke detectors 14
Speakers and sirens 17
SuperBus 2000 touchpads 21
SuperBus 2000 modules 21
Phones 27
Power 29

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Installation overview
Before starting the installation, plan your system layout and programming using the
worksheets provided in Appendix A “System planning sheets” on page 111.
Note: Class 2, Class 3, and power-limited fire alarm circuits must be installed using
FPL, FPLR, FPLP, or substitute cable permitted by the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70 or Class 2, Class 3, and power-limited fire alarm circuit conductors
must be installed as Class 1 or higher circuits.
Note: Class 2, Class 3, and power-limited burglar alarm circuits must be installed
using CL2, CL2R, CL2P, or substituting cable permitted by ANSI/NFPA 70. Wire that
extends beyond the cable jacket must be separated from all other conductors by a
minimum of 0.25 in. or by a nonconductive barrier.
Use the following installation guidelines:
• Centrally locate the panel with relation to detection devices whenever possible, to
help reduce wire run lengths and labor.
• Locate the panel where the temperature will not exceed 120°F (49°C) or fall below
32°F (0°C).
• Avoid running wires parallel with electrical wiring or fixtures such as fluorescent
lighting, to prevent wire runs from picking up electrical noise.
• Mount the panel at a comfortable working height (about 45 to 55 in. from the floor
to the bottom of the panel, as shown in Figure 1 on page 7).
• Leave space to the left and right of the panel for wiring, phone jack, and mounting
optional modules. Allow at least 9 in. (23 cm) above the panel cabinet for
antennas. Allow at least 24 in. (62 cm) in front of the panel to open the panel door.

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Figure 1: Panel and component locations on a wall
45 to 55 in.
14 in
.
9 in.
19.25 in.
12 in. 7.25 in.
23 in.
Antenna area
Panel
Phone jack and
optional module
mounting area
Leave at least 24 in. (62 cm) in front of the panel
to allow the user to open the cabinet door and
access the panel components.
Floor
(48.9 cm)
(30.5 cm) (18.4 cm)
(23 cm)
(58.5 cm)
(35.5 cm)
(114 to 140 cm)
Total system power and wire length guidelines
The panel can supply up to 1 amp (1,000 mA) in full load alarm condition for system
devices connected to panel terminals 4 (+12V), 7 and 8 (speaker terminals), 9 (OUT1),
11 (+12V), 24 (2W SMK ZONE 8), and SnapCard terminals.
For 24-hour backup, the total standby current draw for all devices connected to
panel terminals 4 (+12V), 9 (OUT1), 11 (+12V), 24 (if configured for 2-wire smoke loop),
and SnapCard terminals is limited to 90 mA (during normal standby condition) using a
4.5 or 5.0 Ah battery, or 190 mA (during normal standby condition) using a 7.0 Ah
battery.
The total system wire length allowed can vary depending on devices powered by the
panel, the wire length between devices and the panel, and the combined wire length
of all devices.
Table 4 on page 8 describes the maximum wire length allowed between compatible
devices and the panel, and the minimum and maximum current draw of each device.

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Table 4: Wire length requirements
Device Max. wire
length to panel
Standby mA
draw
Alarm mA draw
SuperBus 2000 2x16 LCD alphanumeric
touchpad
22 ga.: 300 ft.
18 ga.: 750 ft.
15 mA 90 mA
SuperBus 2000 ATP 1000 alphanumeric
touchpad
22 ga.: 300 ft.
18 ga.: 750 ft.
12 mA 110 mA
SuperBus 2000 ATP 2100 alphanumeric
touchpad
22 ga.: 300 ft.
18 ga.: 750 ft.
30 mA 165 mA
SuperBus 2000 ATP 2600 alphanumeric
touchpad
22 ga.: 300 ft.
18 ga.: 750 ft.
30 mA 165 mA
SuperBus 2000 fixed display touchpad 22 ga.: 300 ft.
18 ga.: 700 ft.
11 mA 65 mA
SuperBus 2000 FTP 1000 fixed display touchpad 22 ga.: 300 ft.
18 ga.: 700 ft.
12 mA 75 mA
SuperBus 2000 RF transceiver 22 ga.: 1,000 ft.
18 ga.: 2,500 ft.
45 mA 55 mA
SuperBus 2000 phone interface/voice module 22 ga.: 40 ft.
18 ga.: 120 ft.
25 mA 600 mA
SuperBus 2000 voice-only module 22 ga.: 40 ft.
18 ga.: 120 ft.
20 mA 300 mA (jumper)
600 mA (no
jumper)
SuperBus 2000 2 amp power supply No load No load
4 input/2 output SnapCard N/A 20 mA 185 mA*
8Z hardwired zone expander SnapCard N/A 38 mA 230 mA*
4 output SnapCard N/A 1 mA 130 mA*
SuperBus 2000 8Z input module 22 ga.: 1,800 ft.
18 ga.: 4,000 ft.
18 mA 35 mA
SuperBus 2000 4-relay output module 22 ga.: 350 ft.
18 ga.: 900 ft.
12 mA 180 mA
SuperBus 2000 energy saver module 22 ga.: 1,600 ft.
18 ga.: 4,000 ft.
20 mA 20 mA
SuperBus 2000 automation module 22 ga.: 1,500 ft.
18 ga.: 4,000 ft.
30 mA 35 mA
SuperBus 2000 wireless cellular gateway 22 ga.: 40 ft.
18 ga.: 90 ft.
65 mA 1600 mA
Interrogator 200 22 ga.: 3,200 ft.
18 ga.: 4,500 ft.
10 mA 10 mA
Interrogator AVM 22 ga.: 110 ft.
18 ga.: 260 ft.
45 mA 300 mA

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Device Max. wire
length to panel
Standby mA
draw
Alarm mA draw
Two-wire smoke detectors (ESL 429AT, 429C,
429CT, 521B, 521BXT, 521NCSXT
22 ga.: 330 ft.
18 ga.: 330 ft.
70 µA 60 mA
Two-wire smoke detectors (system sensor 2400,
2400TH)
22 ga.: 330 ft.
18 ga.: 330 ft.
120 µA 80 mA
Hardwired interior siren (13-949) 22 ga.: 750 ft.
18 ga.: 1,500 ft.
0 mA 85 mA
Piezo dynamic exterior siren (13-950) 22 ga.: 750 ft.
18 ga.: 1,500 ft.
0 mA 150 mA
Speaker siren (60-528 or 13-060) 18 ga.: 100 ft. 0 mA 500 mA
*Maximum current draw for the SnapCards does not include the load which may be applied to their
auxiliary DC supply.
Table 5 below describes the total system wire lengths allowed for all SuperBus 2000
devices when installing systems using unshielded or shielded cable. After determining
panel location, run all necessary wires to that location using the information in
Table 6 below.
Table 5: Wire lengths
Wire type Total system wire
18-gauge, unshielded
18-gauge, shielded
4,000 ft.
3,000 ft.
22-gauge, unshielded
22-gauge, shielded
4,000 ft.
3,000 ft.
Table 6: Device wire requirements
Device Wire requirements
AC power transformer 2-conductor, 18-gauge, 25 ft. max.
Earth ground Single conductor, 16-gauge solid, 25 ft. max.
Telephone (RJ-31X) 4-conductor
Detection devices 2- or 4-conductor, 22-gauge, 1,000 ft. max.
2- or 4-conductor, 18-gauge, 2,500 ft. max.
(based on 30 ohms max. loop resistance including
device)
Speakers 2-conductor, 18-gauge, 100 ft. max.
SuperBus 2000 devices 4-conductor, 22- or 18-gauge
Interrogator 200 AVM power and microphone 4-conductor, 22-gauge, shielded
2-wire smoke detectors 2-conductor, 22-gauge, 330 ft. max.
2-conductor, 18-gauge, 830 ft. max.

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Mounting the panel
Mount the panel to the wall or wall studs.
Caution: Make sure you are free of static electricity whenever you work on the panel
with the cover open. To discharge any static, first touch the metal panel chassis, and
then stay in contact with the chassis when touching the circuit board. We
recommend using a grounding strap.
To mount the panel:
1. Remove the panel door and remove the necessary wiring knockouts. Be careful
not to damage the circuit board.
2. Feed all wires through wiring knockouts and place the panel in position against
the wall.
3. Level the panel and mark the top and bottom mounting holes (see Figure 2
below).
4. Install anchors where studs are not present.
5. Partially insert screws into the two top mounting hole locations, then hang the
panel on the two screws.
6. Recheck for level, insert the two lower screws, and tighten all four mounting
screws.
Figure 2: Panel components and mounting holes
Mounting hole
Backup battery terminals
Programming
touchpad header
Mounting hole
Antennas
Mounting hole
Snapcard connector
Processor
Terminal strip
Mounting hole

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Grounding the panel
For maximum protection from lightning strikes and transients, connect the enclosure
to earth ground as shown in Figure 3 below. Use 16-gauge, solid copper wire from an
earth grounded cold water pipe clamp to the enclosure.
Figure 3: Grounding the panel
Grounding wire
Water pipe
Grounding clamp
Note: For best results, we recommend that you crimp a spade lug on the wire end at
the panel and secure the lug to the enclosure.
Antenna shrouds
Install a plastic antenna shroud (included with panel) over each antenna and snap
them into the holes on the top of the enclosure (skip this step for hybrid and
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Optional SnapCards
Use the SnapCard header on the right side of the panel (Figure 4 below) to install an
optional SnapCard. Install the SnapCard onto the panel SnapCard header and secure
it in place with two screws, included with the SnapCard. To connect all necessary
input/output wiring, refer to the SnapCard documentation.
Figure 4: Installing a SnapCard
Mounting hole
Snapcard connector
Snapcard
Mounting hole

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Panel terminals
Figure 5 below shows an overview of panel terminals. The following sections provide
details on how to connect devices to the panel.
Figure 5: Panel terminals
TIP
(+) RING
(-)
BRN GRY
GRN RED
(-) (+)
(-) (+)
_+
NC COM
SW SW GND #1 #2
+12V - Red BUS A - Green
BUS B - White or Yellow
GND - Black
123456789
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
16.5 VAC GND +12V ABSPKR SPKR OUT1 OUT2 +12V MIC GND ZONE1 ZONE2 GND ZONE3 ZONE4 GND ZONE5 ZONE6 GND ZONE7 ZONE8 GRN BRN GRY RED
Zones
The panel comes with factory programmed onboard hardwired zones. Install 2 kohm,
end-of-line (EOL) resistors on all unused factory programmed onboard hardwired
zones. If you don’t want to install EOL resistors, delete any unused zones from
memory.
Zone inputs 1 through 8 are supervised using the included 2-kohm, end-of-line
resistors at the last device on each circuit. All eight zones accept either normally open
(NO) or normally closed (NC) detection devices.

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Intrusion detection devices
Figure 6 below shows the typical wiring for NC and NO door/window intrusion
detection and the typical wiring for a PIR motion detector. The minimum available
panel voltage for hardwired PIR motion detectors is 8.5 VDC.
Figure 6: Connecting intrusion detection and motion detector circuits
Panel terminals
Normally closed
(NC) contacts
in series
2 kohm resistor
Normally open
(NO) contacts
in series
2 kohm resistor
Motion
detector
GND ZONE1 ZONE2 GND ZONE3 +12V GND ZONE5
NC COM
Smoke detectors
You can connect two-wire and four-wire smoke detectors to the system.
Two-wire smoke detectors
Zone input 8 can be set up (in program mode) to accept the following 12 VDC, two-
wire smoke detectors:
ESL models 429AT, 429C, 429CT, 521B, 521BXT, 521NCSXT (models 521B and
521BXT require the following dip switch settings: 1-on, 2-off)
Caution: Use only the two-wire smoke detector models listed. Alarm signals from
other detectors may not process correctly if the panel loses AC power and is
operating only from the backup battery.
When set up for two-wire smoke detectors, zone 8 can handle up to 20 smoke
detectors (all of the same model, as listed above) with 120 uA maximum idle current
per detector. Maximum total loop current allowed in an alarm condition is 90 mA.
Connect one or more, two-wire smoke detectors to the panel as shown in Figure 7 on
page 15.