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Table of Contents
General Information .......................................................................................................................................................
1
Package Contents.....................................................................................................................................................
1
Compatible Fire Panels.............................................................................................................................................
1
Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................
1
Installation......................................................................................................................................................................
1
UL Compliance..........................................................................................................................................................
1
Programming for UL864 Compliance.............................................................................................................................
2
STEP 1 – Determine the Signal Strength and Select a Location ..............................................................................
2
STEP 2 – Mount and Wire ........................................................................................................................................
3
STEP 3 – Program the Communicator......................................................................................................................
5
Using the AlarmNet 360 Website ..............................................................................................................................
5
Setting Factory Defaults .....................................................................................................................................
6
STEP 4 – Register the Communicator with AlarmNet...............................................................................................
7
Registering through the AlarmNet 360 Website..................................................................................................
7
Register using the Tamper Switch......................................................................................................................
7
Register using the Programming Tool ................................................................................................................
7
Replacing an existing communicator..................................................................................................................
8
Register by Phone.....................................................................................................................................................
9
STEP 5 – Configure the Fire Panel...........................................................................................................................
9
STEP 6 – Test the System........................................................................................................................................
9
Dialer Capture Module Information ..............................................................................................................................
10
LED Display Information ..............................................................................................................................................
10
Programmer Keyboard Commands .............................................................................................................................
11
Identification Displays .............................................................................................................................................
11
Cellular Status Displays (appear only if the communication path includes cell) ......................................................
12
LTE Displays ....................................................................................................................................................
13
System Status Displays ..........................................................................................................................................
15
Running Network Diagnostics ......................................................................................................................................
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Possible Errors Running Network Diagnostics.............................................................................................................
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PowerBoost1 Information.............................................................................................................................................
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Communicator Information...........................................................................................................................................
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RF Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................
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Central Station Messages............................................................................................................................................
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Alarm Condition................................................................................................................................................
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Trouble Reporting:............................................................................................................................................
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AlarmNet Messages .........................................................................................................................................
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HWF2-COM Trouble Detection Information .................................................................................................................
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Fault Condition .................................................................................................................................................
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HWF2-COM Specifications ..........................................................................................................................................
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Wiring Diagram ...............................................................................................................................
Inside of Back Cover

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General Information
The HWF2-COM Commercial Fire Communicator (henceforth referred to as HWF2-COM) is a commercial Fire Alarm commu-
nicator that allows a Fire panel that previously reported by POTS to be upgraded to a system that uses the internet or cellular
means to connect to a central station.
This dual path communicator connects directly to the primary and secondary communication ports of a Fire panel's Digital
Alarm Communicator Transmitter (DACT). It offers three selectable reporting paths which include; Cellular only, IP only, or IP
primary/cellular backup. In addition, the communicator’s power module (PowerBoost1) monitors and reports AC power loss,
and low battery conditions. All signals from the HWF2-COM communicator panel are delivered to Honeywell's AlarmNet Net-
work Control Center, which routes the information to the appropriate central station.
Package Contents
•
Red Fire Cabinet and Back Plate
•
Two Antennas, Mounting Adapters
and 50-ohm (9.5in) coaxial cable as-
semblies
•
LED Display board
•Cam Lock with Key
•PowerBoost1
•Mounting Rails (for above)
•Dialer Capture Module
•Battery harness
•Hardware Bag
•
Communicator
•
Wall Outlet Box (P/N K14358)
•
Transformer, 18VAC (N8167-1)
•
Ferrite Filter
Compatible Fire Panels
The HWF2-COM is compatible with Fire Panels that use the Contact ID communication format as described in the SIA DC-05
Standard.
NOTE: The HWF2-COM ONLY supports ECP mode due to the communication with the built in DCID. The 4204, 2-4204, or
Zone modes are NOT a supported feature.
After completing the field installation, verify communications with the central station is successful by sending several events.
Also, get confirmation that these events were received.
Operation
The HWF2-COM replaces the fire panel's POTS communications path. When an event occurs, the fire panel goes off-hook to
dial the central station. The HWF2-COM detects the off-hook condition and provides the fire panel with a dial tone. When the
fire panel detects the dial tone, it begins dialing the central station. The HWF2-COM considers the three second period after
dialing as the number dialing has been completed. After the dialing is completed, the Dialer Capture Module returns a hand-
shake to the fire panel.
The fire panel then sends the contact ID reports to the HWF2-COM, which in turn sends a kiss-off after the report is success-
fully received from the fire panel. Within the HWF2-COM, the Dialer Capture Module sends the contact ID reports over the
ECP bus to the Communicator. When all the reports are sent, the fire panel goes on-hook. The HWF2-COM then transmits
the messages to the central station (either over the internet or the cellular network).
Installation
UL Compliance
To meet UL864/NFPA, ensure the following:
•HWF2-COM must be installed in accordance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards 70
and 72.
•HWF2-COM must be mounted in the same room and within 20 feet of the fire panel.
•The Telco line wiring and the Power Transformer wiring must be routed through conduit.
•HWF2-COM, and all equipment used for the IP connection (such as the router, hub, modem, etc.) shall be UL Listed,
must be powered from an un-switched branch circuit, and be provided with appropriate standby power.
•HWF2-COM must use a 7AH battery (not supplied) to provide 24-hour backup capability.

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Programming for UL864 Compliance
The HWF2-COM Commercial Fire Alarm Communicator provides a programmable supervision feature that allows the system
to meet the UL864 Commercial Fire requirements. These requirements are in the following table.
NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES
This product incorporates field programmable software. In order to comply with the requirements in the standard for control
units and accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864 certain programming features or options must be limited to specific
settings or not used at all as indicated below.
Selected Com. Path Supervision Interval IP Fault Time Cell Fault Time UL864 Compliant?
2010 Cell 5 minutes N/A 5 minutes N
2010 IP 5 minutes 5 minutes N/A N
2010 IP & Cell 24 hours 1 hour 1 hour N
2013 Cell 1 hour N/A 1 hour Y∗
2013 IP 1 hour 1 hour N/A Y∗
2013 IP & Cell 6 hours 1 hour 1 hour Y∗
∗Only the indicated setting is compliant. Any other value in this field will not meet UL864 Commercial Fire requirements.
STEP 1 – Determine the Signal Strength and Select a Location
IMPORTANT - Do Not mount this device outdoors.
RF Exposure
Warning - The internal or external antenna(s) used by this product must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 7.8 in. (20 cm) from all persons and must not be co-located or op-
erating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-
transmitter product procedures.
* HWF2-COM Initial Power Up: Upon initial power up, the communicator LEDs blink in repeated sequence from top to bot-
tom indicating network initialization.
Green (REG) Yellow (TX/RX) Red (FAULT)
This sequence may take up to 15 minutes. Do not reset power during this time.
When initialization is complete, the Signal Quality display LEDs will light and the yellow and red LEDs may blink (per their
respective functions).
After initial network setup, subsequent resets or power ups can take up to 90 seconds.
When choosing a suitable mounting location, understand that signal strength is very important for proper operation. For most
installations using the supplied antenna, mounting the unit as high as practical, and avoiding large metal components provides
adequate signal strength for proper operation.
In this procedure you will use the Communicator to determine signal strength in order to find a suitable mounting location.
1. For this procedure you will need a fully charged 12V battery.
2. Attach the Antenna Mounting Adapters, 50-ohm (9.5in) coaxial cables, and Antennas (see illustration on page 4).
3. Temporarily wire the battery's negative [–] terminal to TB1–4 on the communicator, then wire the battery's plus [+]
terminal to TB1–2 on the communicator. Wait about one minute for the communicator to initialize.
4. Position the assembly near a suitable mounting position and observe the signal quality display.
5. Look for a mounting position that yields at least 2 bars lit solid. For optimal performance 4 or 5 bars are better.
6. Verify the signal quality remains steady for a few minutes, then mark that mounting position. Disconnect the battery.

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STEP 2 – Mount and Wire
•For UL compliant installations, refer to the topic on UL Compliance in this manual.
•For UL compliant installations, the Telco line wiring and the Power Transformer wiring must be routed
through conduit.
•For Dry/Indoor use only.
•Unless otherwise specified, use 18AWG.
•Additional cabinet wiring may be routed through conduit if desired.
This communicator comes partially assembled with all the components mounted except the external Antennas, LED Display
board, and PowerBoost1. To protect certain components on the PowerBoost1, it is shipped un-mounted. All internal wiring is
complete.
NOTE:Refer to the diagram on page 5, and to the Wiring Diagram on the inside of the back cover of this manual for wiring
and component identification.
1. Remove knockouts from cabinet to accommodate the power input wires, and wiring to the fire panel. Then mount the
cabinet securely to the wall using 4 screws or bolts. Use mounting screws or bolts that are suitable for the material
being anchored to.
2. Ensure the cabinet door lock is installed.
3. Install the two plastic mounting rails for the LED Display board. They simply snap into the back plate holes.
4. Connect the LED Display board to its connector, then slide the board into the mounting rails. (Yellow LED and Buzz-
er are on top.)
5. Carefully remove the packaging material that surrounds the PowerBoost1.
6. Mount the PowerBoost1 on the three unused standoffs. Use the two metal screws and lock washers to fasten the left
side of the circuit board. Ensure the lock washers are located between the circuit board and the head of the two met-
al screws. The right side of the board just snaps in place on the upper right standoff.
7. Mount the Wall Outlet Box to an un-switched facility power outlet and run a conduit to the cabinet.
8. In this step DO NOT plug the transformer in. Route wire (minimum 18AWG) from the transformer, through the
conduit and into the cabinet. Pass the wires through the Ferrite Filter, then loop the wires back through again making
a loop. Connect the wires to the PowerBoost1 AC terminals.
9. Connect and route 16AWG insulated wire from facility power ground (typically a cold water pipe) to the cabinet's
ground post. Ensure all ground connections are tight.
10. Connect the Ethernet cable and the Telco 1 and Telco 2 lines. If you choose to use an optional Cabinet Tamper
Switch (if the fire panel supports it) mount and wire it.
11. Verify the PowerBoost1 DIP switches are configured as shown below.

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12. Ensure the following:
•LED Display board is fully seated.
•All wiring terminals and connectors are tight.
•All wiring has been completed and secured with cable ties.
13. Install the battery (not supplied). Plug the power transformer in, and attach the battery cable.
Wiring for Grounds, Power, and RF

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STEP 3 – Program the Communicator
The HWF2-COM requires an AlarmNet account. For new installations, please obtain the account information from the
central station prior to programming.
You can program the communicator by one of the following methods:
•Using the AlarmNet 360 website.
•Using the 7720P Programming Tool.
•Using the control panel's programming mode (for panels that support this option) to access the communicator's pro-
gramming.
NOTE: The prompts in this document reflect use of the 7720P Programming Tool.
Using the AlarmNet 360 Website
To program the communicator via the website (if you are already signed up for this service), go to:
www.alamnet360.com
Please have the following information available when programming the communicator:
•Primary City ID (two-digit number), obtained from your monitoring station.
•Primary Central Station ID (two-digit number), obtained from your monitoring station.
•Primary Subscriber ID (four-digit number), obtained from your monitoring station.
•Communicator’s MAC ID and MAC CRC number (located on the box and inside the communicator).
After programming is complete, the communicator must be registered. Refer to the Register the Module topic.
When using the 7720P Programming tool, the values given below are for most installations. Press the [#] key to accept the
displayed default value (xxx) or enter the new value and press the [#] key for the next prompt. Use the [Space] key to scroll
through a list of options.
1.
Connect the 7720P. (You can use the [Shift + A] key to check the software revision.)
2.
7720P PROGRAMMER
Press [#].
3.
Start Prog Mode? Y/N
Press [Shift] then [Y], then [#].
4.
Program Device? Y/N
Press [Shift] then [Y], then [#].
5.
Com Path Choice (IP & Cell)
Press [Space] to scroll choices; IP&Cell, IP, or Cell. Press [#] to select.
The IP Fault Time, and the Cell Fault Time that correspond to the choices are:
Choice Supervision Interval IP Fault Time Cell Fault Time
2010 IP & Cell 24 hours 1 hour 1 hour
2013 IP 1 hour 1 hour - - -
2013 Cell 1 hour - - - 1 hour
2013 IP & Cell 6 hours 1 hour 1 hour
2010 IP 5 minutes 5 minutes - - -
2010 Cell 5 minutes - - - 5 minutes
6.
Primary City ID (??)
Enter number 01-99, then press [#].
7.
Primary CS ID (??)
Enter number 01-FE, then press [#].
8.
Primary Sub ID (????)
Enter number 0001-9999, then press [#].
9.
Cell Flt Time
(60 mins)
NOTE: Refer to table above
for correct default values.
This prompt appears only if comm. path includes IP&Cell or Cell.
Enter the time delay (1 – 60) in minutes before the communicator notifies the con-
trol there is a communication path failure to AlarmNet over cell. If the panel has an
alternate communication path, a secondary path loss message is sent to the cen-
tral station.
NOTE:The 2013 choices
have been evaluated to
meet NFPA 2013 super-
vi
sion requirements and
are sub
ject to approval by
the local authority having
jurisdiction.

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10.
IP Flt Time
(60 mins)
NOTE: Refer to table above
for correct default values.
This prompt appears only if comm. path includes IP&Cell or IP.
Enter the time delay (1 – 60) in minutes before the communicator notifies the con-
trol panel that there is a communication path failure to AlarmNet over the hard-
wired Ethernet connection. If the panel has an alternate communication path, a
primary path loss message is sent to the central station.
NOTES:
•Changing the comm. path choice will cause the fault times to default to the values listed in the table in prompt 5
•The control is notified of the failure after the Cell and/or IP fault times expire
• Refer to page two for UL864 Compliance programming requirements
11.
Use DHCP? Y/N (Y)
If your router is configured for DHCP, press [Shift] then [Y], then press [#].
NOTE: If DHCP is not selected (your router is set for a static IP), prompts 10 through 13 will appear. Use the
[Space] key to advance to the next address part.
12.
NIC IP Address:
255.255.255.255
Enter choice, then press [#]. Follow the prompts.
13.
Subnet Mask:
255.255.255.255
Enter choice, then press [#]. Follow the prompts.
14.
Gateway IP Address:
255.255.255.255
Enter choice, then press [#]. Follow the prompts.
15.
DNS Serv IP Addr:
255.255.255.255
Enter choice, then press [#]. Follow the prompts.
16.
Review? Y/N
Enter choice, then press [#]. Follow the prompts.
17.
Create Password? Y/N
Enter choice, then press [#]. Follow the prompts.
18.
Exit Prog Mode? Y/N
Press [Shift] then [Y], then press [#]. DONE.
NOTE:
If an error in programming occurs, set the factory defaults (see next topic) and reprogram.
To exit the programming mode, press [N] in response to the "Review?" prompt. Then press [Y] to the "Exit Prog Mode?"
prompt. Upon exiting, the root file is updated to log the changes made. A message is displayed telling the user that this step
is being executed. When complete, the message "DONE" is displayed to indicate the file was successfully uploaded.
NOTE:If critical configuration changes were made, such as the mode of operation, the communicator will
reset to ensure that the programming features are enabled.
If the file is not successfully uploaded, one of the following prompts will be displayed. Follow the steps shown below until the
upload is successful.
Display Description What to do
Cannot Upload
Try Again? Y/N_
Communicator is not yet initialized. Wait for signal quality indicator LEDs to be lit.
Press [Y].
Failed to Update
Root File!
Network problem, or you answered "N" to
"Cannot Upload Try Again?" prompt.
Initiate the Force Server Update
Command by pressing the [0] key.
Setting Factory Defaults
To reset the programming options to factory-default values, at the "Exit Prog Mode?" prompt press [Shift] plus [ESC]. NOTE,
setting the factory defaults will also erase any password that may have been entered.
Set Default?
Y/N_
Press [Y] to reset factory default values.
Press [N] to cancel this function.
Press [Shift] then [Y], then [#]. The Create Password prompt appears, follow the prompts then exit.

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STEP 4 – Register the Communicator with AlarmNet
Once you have programmed the communicator, it must be registered to enable the AlarmNet account. Registering the
communicator activates the account with AlarmNet and enables the security system's control panel to send reports. You
can register by using one of the following methods:
•AlarmNet 360 website •7720P Programming Tool
•Test Message /Registration switch •Phone
You can monitor the registration process by viewing the display LEDs. The TX/RX (yellow) LED and the REG (green)
LED will blink slowly in unison while registration is in progress.
When the registration successfully completes, the communicator enters a normal operating mode; the REG (green) LED
goes out and the TX/RX (yellow) LED is lit to indicate that the power-on / reset message is waiting to be sent. This mes-
sage will appear at the receiving station as “E339 803”. The description may read “Trouble – Exp. Mod. Reset”. If regis-
tration is not validated within 90 seconds, the communicator times out, and the REG (green) LED will be lit solid.
Registering through the AlarmNet 360 Website
To register the communicator via the website, go to: www.alarmnet360.com.
Log in and follow the on-screen prompts.
Please have the following information available:
•Primary City ID (two-digit number).
•Primary Central Station ID (two-digit hexadecimal number).
•Primary Subscriber ID (four-digit number).
•MAC ID and MAC CRC number (located on the box and inside the communicator).
After the communicator is registered, you may log out of the AlarmNet 360 website.
Register using the Tamper Switch
Initiate the registration sequence by clicking the Tamper Switch three times.
You can monitor the registration process by viewing the Status Display. The Message (yellow) LED and the
Status (green) LED will blink slowly in unison while registration is in progress.
Once the registration has been completed successfully, the communicator enters normal operating mode; the
Status (green) LED goes out and the Message (yellow) LED is lit to indicate that the Power On / Reset mes-
sage is waiting to be sent. This message will appear at the receiving station as “E339 C08xx”, where “xx” is
the ECP device address. The description may read “Trouble – Exp. Mod. Reset”. If registration is not vali-
dated within 90 seconds, the communicator times out, and the (green) LED will be lit (solid).
The Power On / Reset message will be sent in ADEMCO High-Speed format if the communicator is pro-
grammed for zone trigger mode.
If repeated registration attempts time out, check your Internet connection and signal quality level, and verify
the communicator account information has been entered correctly.
Register using the Programming Tool
The interactive registration feature allows the installer to register the communicator through a series of key-
board commands on the 7720P Programming Tool. This method of registration lets the installer monitor the
registration process.
Registering …
Once the installation is complete, press the [Shift] and the up arrow [↑]
key on the 7720P. The registration message is sent and the unit waits
for the acknowledgment.
Registration
SUCCESS
If this is a new installation and the city, central station, and customer
numbers have been correctly entered, the communicator is registered
and this message is displayed. The communicator is now in full ser-
vice and available for alarm reporting to the central station.

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Possible Errors
Registration BAD
Timed Out
Displayed if no response to the registration request is received.
Registration BAD
Pri Sub ID BAD
Indicates the city, central station, or customer number for the labeled
account(s) is not accepted. The ID information was either entered in-
correctly, or the central station failed to pre-authorize programmed ID
numbers with AlarmNet customer service.
Registration BAD
2nd Sub ID BAD
Indicates the city, central station, or customer number for the Second-
ary account is not accepted. The ID information was either entered
incorrectly, or the central station failed to pre-authorize programmed ID
numbers with AlarmNet customer service.
Registration BAD
Pri&Sec – IDs BAD
Displayed when both primary and secondary subscriber IDs are invalid.
Registration BAD
Pri ID – Need PIN
Displayed if this is a repair/replacement, or an error was made in pro-
gramming the Primary account information of the communicator for an
existing account. This prompt appears for 2 seconds. See the Replac-
ing an existing communicator section below for further displays.
Registration BAD
2nd ID – Need PIN
This prompt is displayed if this is a repair/replacement, or an error was
made in programming the Secondary account information of the com-
municator for an existing account. This prompt appears for 2 seconds.
See the Replacing an existing communicator section below for further
displays.
Registration BAD
Pri&2nd – Need PIN
This prompt is displayed if this is a repair/replacement, or an error was
made in programming BOTH the Primary and Secondary account in-
formation of the communicator for an existing account. This prompt
appears for 2 seconds. See the Replacing an existing communicator
section below for further displays.
Replacing an existing communicator
Enter PIN#
This prompt appears after pressing the [Shift] and down arrow [
↓
]on
the 7720P.
Note: If it is necessary to exit registration mode, press ESC from the
7720P programming tool.
Enter a 4-digit alphanumeric PIN number provided by your central sta-
tion, your dealer or an authorized AlarmNet representative.
Press the [Enter] key.
Registering …
The registration message is sent and the unit waits for acknowledge-
ment.
Registration
SUCCESS
If the PIN is valid, the new communicator is registered and the old unit
unregistered. Additionally, AlarmNet sends a substitution alarm to the
central station.

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Registration BAD
If you entered an invalid PIN, the appropriate message is displayed
depending on which account number is being replaced (see above for
exact wording). The registration process is repeated.
NOTE: Each attempt causes a substitution alarm to be sent to the cen-
tral station.
Register by Phone
You can register the communicator by calling the AlarmNet Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at 1-800-222-
6525. You will need the following information:
•MAC number (found on the box and inside the communicator).
•Subscriber information (provided by the central station), including a city code, CSID, and a
subscriber ID.
•When instructed to do so, triple-click the tamper switch to complete the registration.
STEP 5 – Configure the Fire Panel
1. Ensure the Phone Line Supervision (or Telco Fault) on the panel is enabled. Then choose a setting that is no higher
than 90 seconds (or as close to that) as the panel allows.
2. Ensure no more than 1 pause character (usually a comma) is programmed into the dialing string (usually 2 seconds).
NOTE, this is necessary since the Dialer Capture Module waits only 3 seconds after the phone number is dialed.
Having more than 3 seconds of pause time will cause it to think the phone number is complete and cause it to gener-
ate the high-low tones at an incorrect moment.
STEP 6 – Test the System
1. Close the Wall Outlet Box, then close and lock the cabinet cover.
2. Refer to the fire panel's installation/operation guide the testing procedure.
3. (Notify the monitoring station that a test will be conducted.) Test the system to ensure it is operating.
4. Verify communications with the monitoring station is successful by sending several events. Also, get confirmation
that these events were received.

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Dialer Capture Module Information
LED Indicator STATUS
RED – Steady ON Messages exist in buffer.
RED – Flashing No messages to be sent. Waiting for messages.
GREEN – Steady ON Normal Indication.
GREEN – Blinks every 2 sec. PowerBoost1 communication problem.
GREEN – Blinks twice every sec. Connection with the Communicator is lost.
GREEN – Blinks 10 times every sec. PowerBoost1 and Communicator connections are lost.
LED Display Information
Status LED Indicator
RADIO TROUBLE Yellow – ON when radio trouble is present.
•Both IP and Cell communication paths are lost.
•Communicator radio is not registered.
•Old Alarm Time has been exceeded. (Message has not been
delivered within the fixed 10-minute window.)
Buzzer – Upon loss of AC power, this will beep once every 10 sec-
onds.
LOW BATTERY
Yellow – ON when battery is low (<11.5VDC).
Yellow – (not used)
AC LOSS Yellow – ON when no AC is present (< 90VAC).
AC ON Green – ON when AC is present.
NOTE: If a wire pulled out of the LED Board Connector
refer to the diagram on right and reinsert wire, ensuring
the connector pin is locked in.
NOTE:Telco ports 1 (primary dialer) and
2 (secondary dialer) may be used instead
of the terminal board.
Whichever connection method is used,
both Telco paths must be connected to
the Fire Panel.
NC
NC
LED Board
Connector
Wires
Violet
Black
White
Red
Brown
Yellow
Gray

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Programmer Keyboard Commands
Programmer keyboard commands can be used to quickly view your connectivity settings and options. Most
commands require you to press the [Shift] key and then the designated command key. (See the keys desig-
nated in red on the 7720P Programming Tool.)
[A]
HWF2V-COM
x.x.xx mm/dd/yy
Software Revision
"x.x.xx" indicates the installed software Revision.
Mm/dd/yy indicates month, day and year of the revision.
[A]
HWF2A-COM
x.x.xx mm/dd/yy
Software Revision
"x.x.xx" indicates the installed software Revision.
Mm/dd/yy indicates month, day and year of the revision.
Identification Displays
[B]
MAC xxxxxxxxxxxx
MAC CRC yyyy
MAC Address
“xxxxxxxxxxxx” indicates the communicator's unique identifica-
tion number.
"yyyy" indicates the MAC CRC number. This number is found
on the box and inside the communicator.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the IMEI display (if the
communication path includes cell).
NOTE: The SCID and IMEI are displayed only if the communication path includes cell.
SCID xxxxx xxxxx
xxxxx xxxxx
SCID Display
Displays the identification number assigned to the SIM card
(SCID) in this device.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the previous field.
IMEI xxxxxxxx
xxxxxx x
IMEI Display
Displays the identification number assigned to the commu-
nicator.
Press the [Space] key to get the MAC Address.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the previous field.
[C]
Mon 01 Jan 2001
05:48:39 am
Time
Retrieves the current date and time from the AlarmNet network
in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). This display confirms that the
communicator is in sync with network.

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NOTE: The following displays except Encryption Test are displayed only if the communication
path includes IP.
[D]
Physical Link
Good/Bad
Network Diagnostics Display
Indicates whether the device has detected a physical connection
to the internet.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
NIC IP Address
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
IP Information Display
Displays the IP address assigned to this device.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Subnet Mask
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Displays the 32-bit address mask used to indicate the portion
(bits) of the IP address that is being used for the subnet address.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the previous field.
Gateway IP Addr
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Displays the IP address assigned to the Gateway.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the previous field.
DNS Serv IP
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Displays the IP address assigned to the DNS (Domain Name
System) server.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the previous field.
Encryption Test
AES Passed!
Performs a self-test of the AES encryption algorithm.
Press the [Space] key to go to the next field.
Press the backspace [BS] key to go to the previous field.
DHCP
OK
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) indicates server is
performing satisfactorily.
Press the [Space] key to go to the Physical Link display.
Cellular Status Displays (appear only if the communication path includes cell)
[E]
Operating with Cellular Service
RAT SigQuaI REG
LTE/3G ***** x
Press the [space] key to
go to the next screen.
Press the [backspace]
key to go to the last
screen.
Cellular Status Display Screen 1
RAT – Radio Access Technology. – LTE or 3G
SigQual – Signal Quality (1-5 “*’)
REG – Registration status where “x” can be:
N – Not Registered
H – Registered Home
S – Searching
D – Registration Denied
R – Registered Roaming
? – Unknown Registration State
If the RAT is LTE, the number of stars is derived from received
power (RSRP) and the received quality (RSRQ). The lower
number of stars of the two ratings is what is displayed as over-
all quality.
NOTE: For adequate signal strength, must be 2 stars or more.
RSRP:
Greater than -85dBm = 5 stars
-86dBm to -95dBm = 4 stars
-96dBm to -105dBm = 3 stars
-106dBm to -115dBm = 2 stars
-116dBm and lower = 1 star
RSRQ:
Greater than -10dB = 5
stars
-11dB to -12dB = 4 stars
-13dB to -14dB = 3 stars
-15dB to -16dB = 2 stars
-17dB and lower = 1 star

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LTE Displays
RAT RSRP RSRQ
LTE xxxx xxxx
Signal Display for LTE
RAT – Radio Access Technology.
RSRP – Reference Signal Received Power
RSRQ – Reference Signal Received Quality
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
RSRP MIN MAX
xxxx xxxx xxxx
Min/Max Signal Display for LTE
RSRP – Current Reference Signal Received Power
MIN – Minimum Receive Signal Level
MAX – Maximum Receive Signal Level
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
RSRQ MIN MAX
xxxx xxxx xxxx
Min/Max Signal Quality Display for LTE
RSRQ – Current Reference Signal Received Quality
MIN – Minimum Receive Signal Quality
MAX – Maximum Receive Signal Quality
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
Cntry Netw TAC
xxx xxx xxxxx
Location Display for LTE
Cntry – Country Code
Netw – Network Code
TAC – Tracking area code
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
GCell Chan
xxxxxx xxxx
Cell Display for LTE
GCell – Global Cell ID
Chan – RF Channel number (EURFCN)
Press the [space] key to go to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
Band Mode
xxx xxxx
LTE Status Display Screen 5
Band – LTE Band Number
Mode – LTE Mode either FDD or TDD
Press the [space] key to go to Status Display Screen 1.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.

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[E]
Operating with 3G service (Applies to HWF2A ONLY)
RAT RSCP EC/No
3G -xxx -xxxxxx
Signal Display for 3G
RAT – Radio Access Technology.
RSCP –Received Signal Code Power
Ec/N0 – Carrier Noise Ratio (CNR)
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
RSCP MIN MAX
xxxx xxxx xxxx
Min/Max Signal Display for LTE
RSRP – Current Reference Signal Received Power
MIN – Minimum Receive Signal Level
MAX – Maximum Receive Signal Level
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
Cntry Netw LAC
xxx xxx xxxxx
Location Display for 3G
Cntry – Country Code
Netw – Network Code
LAC – Local area code
Press the [space] key to get to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
Cell Chan PSC
xxxxxx xxxx xxx
Cell Display for 3G
Cell – Global Cell ID
Chan – Control Channel in use
PSC – Primary Sync Code
Press the [space] key to go to the next screen.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
Second Site RSSI
Available
3G Status Display Screen 5
Secondary Site RSSI availability. Available or Not Available
will be displayed.
Press the [space] key to go to Status Display Screen 1.
Press the [backspace] key to go to the previous field.
[F]
Testing Gateway
Redir 1
Run Network Diagnostic Test
Performs a set of network diagnostics that tests the integrity of
the links between the communicator and the various connec-
tion points (Redirs) to AlarmNet. Refer to Section 6: Network
Diagnostics.

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System Status Displays
[S]
ECP Flt
OK
ECP Mode
Displays system fault status.
•Flt: Represents radio faults
•OK: Normal, No fault
oI: No network connectivity over IP and fault time has
expired
oi: No network connectivity over IP and fault time has
NOT
yet expired.
oG: No network connectivity over Cell and fault time has
expired.
og: No network connectivity over Cell and fault time has
NOT yet expired.
NOTE: The 7720P will not operate if the power line voltage is
removed.
[T]
Test Msg Sent
Test Alarm
Sends a Test alarm to AlarmNet. Functional for a registered
communicator only. If the device is not registered, a message
is displayed indicating that the command cannot be executed.
[X]
Reset CPU Y/N
Reset the Communicator.
Pressing [N] returns to diagnostic mode (blank screen = enter
next command or escape).
Pressing [Y] resets the communicator (blank screen = reset
complete).
[↑]
(UP arrow)
Registering …
Registration
Registers a programmed communicator with AlarmNet.
[↓]
(DN arrow)
Enter PIN#
Registration with PIN for Replacement Communicator
Registers a replacement communicator with AlarmNet, once
programmed, using the existing PIN #.
[0]
Force Server Update?
Y/N
Force Upload of Configuration File to Server
Pressing [Y] will force the device to upload its entire configura-
tion file to the server.
Pressing [N] cancels the operation.
NOTE: If the internet is not available, and the communicator is
not initialized when you enter this command, the following
screen will be displayed:
Cannot Upload
Try Later! _
Wait for the signal quality LEDs to light, indicating the commu-
nicator has completed its initialization, and try again.
[ENTER]
Strt Prog Mode?
Y/N_
Enter Program Mode
Press [Y] to enter program mode; otherwise, press [N].

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Running Network Diagnostics
(available only if the communication path includes IP)
The network diagnostic process tests the integrity of the links between the communicator and the various
connection points of AlarmNet Control that are known as "Redirects" (Redirs or RDR).
To initiate the network diagnostics, press the [F] key on the 7720P Programming Tool.
NOTE: The test is performed ONLY if a physical link is detected. If no physical link is detect-
ed, the test is aborted and the following is displayed:
NO PHYSICAL LINK
If a physical link is detected, the diagnostics are performed. The following shows the progression of the test:
Testing Redir 1
The first step of the test traces the connection to Redir 1 at AlarmNet
Control.
Testing Redir 2
Reached Gateway
A successful trace to Redir 1 is indicated here. See below for possible
errors that may occur at this stage of testing.
Redir 1
Service OK
The service at AlarmNet Control on Redir 1 is functioning. See below
for possible errors that may occur at this stage of testing.
Testing Redir 2
The first step of the test traces the connection to Redir 2 at AlarmNet
Control.
Redir 2
Service OK
The service at AlarmNet Control on Redir 2 is functioning. See below
for possible errors that may occur at this stage of testing.
Testing Redir 3
The first step of the test traces the connection to Redir 3 at AlarmNet
Control.
Redir 3
Service OK
The service at AlarmNet Control on Redir 3 is functioning. See below
for possible errors that may occur at this stage of testing.
RDR1 RDR2 RDR3
OK OK OK
A summary of the tests is displayed after Redir 3 is tested. The exam-
ple shows that the tests of all three connection points, or Redirs, were
successful. If an error occurred at any point, the summary will display
"FAIL" under the faulty Redir.

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Possible Errors Running Network Diagnostics
Errors may occur either while tracing the connection to a given Redir or while testing the service at a given
Redir. The following list highlights the most common errors. Please contact the AlarmNet Technical Assis-
tance Center (TAC) for help regarding any errors NOT listed below:
Possible Errors
Testing Redir x
FAIL before Gtwy
While tracing the connection to Redir x, the trace fails before ever reach-
ing the local gateway (router).
Testing Redir x
FAIL at Gtwy
While tracing the connection to Redir x, the trace fails after reaching the
local gateway (router).
Testing Redir x
FAIL at Pvt IP
While tracing the connection to Redir x, the trace fails after reaching the
private IP.
Testing Redir x
FAIL on IP Addr
While tracing the connection to Redir x, the trace fails after reaching the
public IP.
Redir x
ERR:Proxy 18
After a successful trace to Redir x, the test of the network service timed
out without a response.

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PowerBoost1 Information
LED Indicator
STATUS
AC (green) AC power available.
ACTIVE (green) Cyclical flashing – normal communications.
Repetition of 3 flashes – loss of communications.
LOW BATT (yellow) Missing or low battery.
TROUBLE (yellow) One or more trouble conditions exist, such as; overload, output supervision,
ground fault, or charger failure.
NOTES:
•If AC power is lost and the battery voltage falls below 10v, the PowerBoost1 output voltage will be turned off.
The output power is turned back on when AC power is restored.
•You must use the DIP switch settings shown below.