ipDatatel BAT-CDMA-WIFI User manual

Rev. 1.1

Technical Support Information
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Sugar Land, TX 77478
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About ipDatatel
At ipDatatel, LLC, we are dedicated to serving our dealers with quality
products and support services.
ipDatatel engineers and manufactures innovative security and
automation devices for the alarm industry. As a leader in the design
and development of Cellular and IP connected products, we offer:
• Proprietary alarm signaling network with no single point of failure;
• No additional central station equipment needed;
• Verizon Cellular Network ready;
• Encrypted IP alarm transmissions; and
• Dealer support and training.
Revision Notes
Rev Notes Date
Initial Release 1/13/2015
1.1 Updated Wi-Fi Joining Process 3/8/2015
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Quick Reference
See Supported Panels section page 26-27
DSC:
See page 14 for details
Programming for TELCO use on DSC:
Section Universal Wi-Fi BAT as Sole Communicator
301 Enter Phone Number
310 Enter Account Number
350 Enter ‘03’ for Contact
HONEYWELL / VISTA:
See page 18 for details
Programming for TELCO use on Vista:
Section Universal Wi-Fi BAT as Sole Communicator
41 Enter Phone Number
43 Enter Account Number
193 Enter 1, 0. Enable to turn on Address 20
GE NETWORX:
See page 21 for details
Programming for TELCO use on GE NetworX:
Section Device 0 Universal Wi-Fi BAT as Sole Communicator
Location 0 Enter the Phone Number
Location 1 Enter Account Number
Location 2 Enter ‘13’ for Contact ID
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Table of Contents
Revision Notes.......................................................................... 2
Introduction............................................................................... 5
Product Key Features .............................................................. 5
Installation Guide ..................................................................... 7
General Considerations........................................................... 7
Wi-Fi Service Provisioning...................................................... 7
AP Configuration Tool QuickStart Guide.................................. 7
Connecting to a Wireless Network (AP Configuration)............ 7
Connecting to a Wireless Network (WPS)............................... 8
Reset the Wireless Network (AP Configuration Tool).............. 8
CDMA Service Provisioning .................................................... 9
Board Button Configuration.................................................... 10
Pre-Installation.......................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting Diagnostic Information.................................. 13
Validating the Installation......................................................... 13
Wiring & Programming for Popular Panels............................ 13
DSC Panel Wiring and Programming...................................... 14
Vista Panel Wiring and Programming...................................... 18
GE Panel Wiring and Programming ........................................ 21
Generic Alarm Panel Wiring and Programming....................... 23
Generic Key Switch Wiring and Programming ........................ 24
Supported Panels.................................................................... 26
Limited Warranty Information ................................................. 28
FCC and Industry Canada Regulatory Compliance .............. 29
Specifications........................................................................... 31
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Introduction
ipDatatel’s Universal Cellular and Wi-Fi Broadband Alarm Transceiver
(BAT-CDMA-WIFI) is a multi-path wireless Cellular and Internet alarm
communicator. The BAT-CDMA-WIFI uses Verizon CDMA which has
the greatest nationwide coverage.
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI is compatible with most alarm control panels that
transmit Contact ID (CID) format from its digital dialer. The BAT-CDMA-
WIFI also connects to the Keypad Bus of compatible (Honeywell,
DSC and GE) alarm control panels to provide additional interactive
services.
The end user has virtual keypad access via Smartphone and the web,
as well as alarm monitoring notifications via push/text, email, and
computerized voice call.
ipDatatel’s proprietary uDownloader software enables remote manage-
ment of Honeywell and DSC alarm panels that are connected to the
BAT-CDMA-WIFI.
Product Key Features
• Cellular (Verizon CDMA) and Wi-Fi Communicator
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI replaces outdated conventional phone lines to
provide high-speed IP alarm monitoring transmissions over the Internet
(via Customer’s Wireless Router/Swtich through Wi-Fi) and provides a
cellular backup form of communication if the event the Internet is down
or line is cut.
• Remote Universal Downloader
ipDatatel’s Universal Downloader software, uDownloader, enables
remote management of alarm panels that are connected to ipDatatel’s
BAT products via the Internet uDownloader software. uDowloader
currently supports Honeywell Compass and DSC DLS 5. ipDatatel’s
uDownloader software is available for download at www.alarmdealer.
com in the Dealer Resources section.
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• Virtual Keypad Access
Your customers can operate their security system using ipDatatel’s
SecureSmartTM app via their Smartphone. SecureSmartTM is compatible
with iPhone and Android platforms. The free App is available at the
iTunesApp Store or the Google Play Store (search for “SecureSmart”).
The virtual keypad is also available as a web application on www.
alarmdealer.com that runs from any Internet connected browser that
supports flash.
• Alarm Notifications via Text/Push and Email
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI provides notifications for alarm, supervisory,
trouble, open/close, and test signals. Notifications by text/push and
email are configurable to identify the alarm system address, alarm
signal and zone, and description.
• Computerized Voice Alarm Notifications
ipDatatel also provides an exclusive feature of notifications via
computerized voice call for customers who may not want text or email
messages.
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Installation Guide
General Considerations
• Before installation, your BAT-CDMA-WIFI must also be setup
using the ‘dealer branded’ portal www.alarmdealer.com.
• The BAT-CDMA-WIFI should be installed securely in the supplied
plastic enclosure, and be mounted adjacent to your alarm control
panel.
• Choose a location with good reception by monitoring the
BAT-CDMA-WIFI signal strength LEDs with temporary wiring
for a power-up.
• The BAT-CDMA-WIFI must be completely powered down before
making other wiring terminations to panel.
• Programming is simple using the alarm control panel. Written
instructions are included in the “Wiring & Programming” section of
this manual starting on page 13.
Wi-Fi Service Provisioning for AP & WPS
AP (Access Point) Configuration Tool QuickStart Guide
A QuickStart Guide has been designed to make the BAT-CDMA-WIFI
easily join the customer’s Wi-Fi Network. This guide can be found at:
www.ipdatatel.com/support.php .
Connecting to a Wireless Network (AP Configuration)
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI has an AP Configuration Tool which is designed
to assist joining the wireless network to the BAT-CDMA-WIFI.
The following steps should be followed:
1. Connect the BAT-CDMA-WIFI at the alarm panel.
2. Open your Smartphone or laptop and search for Wireless
Connections.
3. In the list of Wi-Fi connections you should see one labeled:
IPD-CFG-AP-XX-XX-XX. The last six digits will match the
MAC address of your Wi-Fi device. If not, try moving your BAT-
CDMA-WIFI to a different location for better reception.
4. Connect to the Wi-Fi Network: IPD CFG-AP-XX-XX-XX.
5. After you are connected to your Smartphone or laptop, open
a web browser and type in the following IP Address:
192.168.100.1
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6. When you connect to the above IP Address it will launch the
AP Configuration Tool.
7. Click on “Scan for Wireless Networks”. The list will
populate with all available wireless networks in your area.
8. Find the customers Wireless Network and select it. If security
credentials are required, you will be prompted to enter them.
9. You should now be connected to the customers Wi-Fi
Network.
Connecting to a Wireless Network (WPS)
Press the SW1 button (located on the top left side of the board) once,
it should trigger the device to enter into WPS mode. LED 6 will blink
as long as the device is in WPS mode. Follow the router’s directions
to turn WPS on. Typically, enabling WPS involves simply pressing a
button labeled ‘WPS’ on the customer’s router or switch. Once the
Wi-Fi device and the router recognize each other, LED 6 will go solid
indicating it has connected. You can now press the SW1 button twice to
indicate the signal strength of the device.
Reset the Wireless Network (AP Configuration Tool)
Locate the button labeled SW1 on the top left of the board. When this
button is pressed 3 times, it causes the device to perform a software
reset and will allow you to perform the ‘AP Configuration Tool’ again.
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Cellular CDMA Service Provisioning
Overview
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI device is “Pre-Provisioned” with Verizon Cellular
to be active once installed. If you deactivate the device, you will need
to re-provision the device.
When re-provisioning, it is necessary to register the device with Verizon
Cellular where an ‘Over The Air Service Provisioning’ (OTASP) is
performed. During an OTASP the CDMAmodule obtains an IP address
with the nearest cell tower and provides IP connectivity to the BAT-
CDMA-WIFI.
Resolution
The following steps will re-provision the BAT-CDMA-WIFI with the
Verizon network.
Service Provisioning Steps:
1. To begin, ensure, that the device is powered by 12 VDC either
from a battery or the alarm control.
2. Press and release the SW1 switch 3 times (i.e. triple click the
switch)
3. Once released, the device will auto power cycle. When it
reinitializes you should see LEDs 3 – 6 scrolling
4. Onceacquiredintothenetwork,youwillseethesignalstrength
indicated on the board via LEDs 3 – 6.
5. Wait approximately 5 minutes before sending signals.
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Board Button Configuration
SW1 Button [located on the top left of the board]
There are several uses of the SW1 button on the device. Follow
the instructions below when ‘Tapping’ SW1 for the following various
features:
1 Tap - Device will go into WPS mode and should search for nearest
WPS activated Wi-Fi router in the area.
2 Taps – Device will indicate Wi-Fi signal strength [Device must be
paired to a Wi-Fi]
3 Taps – CDMA Module Service Provisioning (OTAP)
4 Taps – Device will force a firmware upgrade [Device must be paired
to a Wi-Fi router]
5 Taps - Device will factory reset and lose connection to any Wi-Fi it
was previously attached to.
Should any pairing issues occur, press the SW1 button 5 times to
factory reset and start the pairing process over.
Pre-Installation
Hardware Registration
Before installation of your BAT-CDMA-WIFI, it must be registered at
www.alarmdealer.com.
Here are the steps needed to register your hardware:
• Log in to www.alarmdealer.com with the dealer login information
that was emailed upon your initial company registration.
• Navigate to ‘Dealer Menu’->’Hardware Registration.’
• Enter the MAC address for the device you wish to register.
Adding the BAT-CDMA-WIFI to a Customer Account
After registering the hardware, the BAT-CDMA-WIFI must be added to
a Customer Account by following these steps:
• Log in to www.alarmdealer.com with the dealer login information
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that was emailed upon your initial company registration.
• Navigate to ‘Dealer Menu’->’User Accounts’, then click ‘Create
Account.’
• Fill in the customer information.
• Click ‘Add Hardware.’
• FindandselecttheBAT-CDMA-WIFIyoupreviouslyregistered.You
may search it by MAC address.
• Follow other registration steps and options as found on this page,
then click ‘save’ to complete the registration.
Locating and Installing the BAT-CDMA-WIFI
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI connects to the alarm panel’s power connections,
telco, and keypad bus (if available) or key switch connections
(optional).
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI automatically seeks an IP address. There is no
need to program the customer’s router or switch.
Telco - Digital Dialer Connection
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI’s signal collection requires the alarm control
panel send Contact ID format signals from its digital dialer. Wire the
Telco side of the alarm control’s Tip & Ring to the BAT-CDMA-WIFI’s
Tip & Ring.
Virtual Keypad Connection
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI connects to most DSC, Honeywell, and GE
Networx alarm controls as a Virtual Keypad, allowing the customer
virtual keypad access after they authenticate using the customer
username and password you have assigned them in the pre-installation
phase. You will need to refer to the wiring diagram for your specific
panel for Data-in Data-out, YEL-GRN, or just Data. This connects to
the G/RX, Y/TX connections on the BAT-CDMA-WIFI.
Power Connection
The final step is to wire the alarm panel’s 12VDC auxiliary power
and ground to BAT-CDMA-WIFI positive (pin 3) and negative (pin 4)
terminals.
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Basic Programming
The BAT-CDMA-WIFI emulates telephone service (dial-tone) to the
panel. Programming for the alarm control is limited to configuring the
signal format as Contact ID, as well as inputting a telephone number to
dial. In this case, the actual telephone number does NOT matter and is
NOT used in the signal delivery process.
Virtual Keypad Programming
For panels that are “Interactive Ready” (See Supported Panels section
page 26-27) the following programming will provide full-feature virtual
keypad access allowing the customer to enter their code to arm &
disarm the system by way of utilizing the SecureSmartTM App and web
interfaces.
Panel Type Programming
DSC No programming required to make the virtual keypad operate.
Honeywell Enable *193 with (1,0) to turn on Address 20. Note: insure that
Address 20 is available.
GE Automatically enroll to Keypad Slot (Expansion 240) once you enter
and exit programming.
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Troubleshooting Diagnostic Information
Under normal operation theActivity light will periodically blink. Apower
cycle is recommended if the Activity light is not periodically blinking.
LED – 1 is used for DHCP & Network connection diagnostics:
• Solid: Indicates a connection has been made to ipDatatel. (The
device is Online)
• 3 Flashes: Indicates the device is not connected to the Internet or
is not assigned an address from the router.
• 7 Flashes: Indicates the device is still working on “AP
Configuration”, therefore is not connected to a WIFI Network.
LED – 2
• Used to indicate keybus connectivity.
LED – 6 (When not connected to a Wi-Fi Router)
• Flashing: Indicates device is searching for a router in WPS
mode.
• Solid: Indicates the device has found a router via WPS Mode.
LEDs – 3 to 6 (When connected to a Wi-Fi Router)
• Displays signal strength, indicated on device startup and updated
every 4 hours.
Validating the Installation
After the device is properly connected to the Alarm Panel and powered
up, use the following steps to validate that the system is functioning
properly:
• Ensure that alarm signals reach your central station.
• Ensurethatvirtualkeypadfunctionalityworksthroughthewebsite:
www.alarmdealer.com and/or the SecureSmartTM App.
Wiring & Programming for Popular Panels
The following pages are organized by alarm panel type. Wiring and
programming instructions are provided for:
• Digital Security Control (DSC)Alarm Panels
• Honeywell Vista Alarm Panels
• GE NetworXAlarm Panels
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DSC Panel Wiring and Programming
DSC Keybus & Tip/Ring Wiring
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DSC PC-Link Connection
This provides for remote downloader functionality with ipDatatel’s
Universal Downloader (uDownloader) software.
DSC PC-Link Wiring
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DSC Panel Programming
See Supported Panels section on page 25. All Control Panels must
have a Phone Number in the Panel and an Account Number in the
Panel. As long as your Reporting Codes are in the Panel and is trans-
mitting in Contact ID it will send signals.
Programming when using TELCO (Recommended): General Concept
Programming on DSC (BAT-CDMA-WIFI as Sole Communicator):
Sec BAT as Sole Communicator Code Summarization
301 Enter a Receiver Number
310 Enter Account Number
350 Enter ‘03’ to send Contact ID Panel default is ‘04’, SIA
Programming ONLY when using the PC-Link to send Signals
(used when Tip/Ring cannot be utilized): DSC Programming for
Communications - GSM Emulation:
If GSM is used, it must be in dialer capture mode.
Sec BAT as Sole Com-
municator
BAT as
Failover w/
Add’l Com-
munication
Device
BAT as Dual Re-
porting w/ Add’l
Communi-cation
Device
Code Summarization
015 Disable
Option 7 If GSM, Dis- able Option
7 If Phone
Line, Enable
Option 7
f GSM, Disable
Option 7
If Phone Line, En-
able Option 7
Option 7 turns on/off tele-
phone line supervision.
167 Set ‘060’
Seconds Set ‘060’ Seconds Set ‘060’ Seconds Sets T-Link acknowledge- ment delay to 60 secs.
301 Set ‘CAAF’ Set ‘CAAF’ Set ‘CAAF’ ‘CAAF’ has to be set for the
panel to send signals to the
PC-Link
302 N/A N/A Set ‘Central Sta-
tion Receiver #’ Second telephone number goes here.
303 N/A Set ‘Central
Station
Receiver #’
Set ‘Central Sta-
tion Receiver #’ This section is the tele- phone backup of section
301.
350 Set ‘04’ /
‘04’ Set ‘04’ / ’03 for Contact
ID, 04 for SIA
FSK’ **
Set ‘04’ / ’03 for
Contact ID, 04 for
SIA FSK’ **
Format sent as either
contact ID (03), or SIA FSK
(04). The PC-Link / BAT can
ONLY receive signals via
SIA FSK (04).
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Programming ONLY when using PC-Link to send Signals
(Used when Tip/Ring cannot utilized):
if GSM is used, it must be in dialer capture mode.
Sec BAT as Sole Communi-
cator
BAT as
Failover
w/ Add’l
BAT as
Dual Code Summarization
351 Enable
Option 1 Enable Option
1, 5
Enable
Option 1,
2, 5
Options to turn on/off alarm/
restore for telephone 1 (option 1),
telephone 2 (option 2), and alternate
communications (option 5).
359 Enable
Option 1 Enable Option
1, 5
Enable
Option 1,
2, 5
Options to turn on/off tamper/
restore for telephone 1 (option 1),
telephone 2 (option 2), and alternate
communications (option 5).
367 Enable
Option 1 Enable Option
1, 5
Enable
Option 1,
2, 5
Options to turn on/off opening/
closing for telephone 1 (option 1),
telephone 2 (option 2), and alternate
communications (option 5).
375 Enable
Option 1 Enable Option
1, 5
Enable
Option 1,
2, 5
Options to turn on/off maintenance
for telephone 1 (option 1), telephone
2 (option 2), and alternate
communications (option 5).
376 Enable
Option 1 Enable Option
1, 5
Enable
Option 1,
2, 5
Options to turn on/off testing for
telephone 1 (option 1), telephone
2 (option 2), and alternate
communications (option 5).
380 Enable
Option 1 Enable Option
1, 5
Enable
Option
1, 5
Option 1 turns on/off communications.
Option 5 turns on/off 3rd phone number.
381 Disable
Option 3,
Enable
Option 5
Disable
Option 3,
Enable
Option
5, 6
Disable
Option 3,
Enable
Option
5, 6
Option 3 turns on/off code
reporting. Options 5 & 6 turns on/off
communication with phone lines 1/3 & 2
respectively.
382 Enable
Option 5 Enable Option 5 Enable Option 5 Option 5 enables/disables T-Link/PC- Link.
389 Set ‘003’
Seconds Set ‘003’ Seconds Set ‘003’ Seconds The time it will take to periodically check for faults on the T-Link/PC-Link.
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Vista Panel Wiring and Programming
Vista Keybus & Tip/Ring Wiring
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Vista Panel Programming
Allalarmcontrolsmustbeprogrammed to transmitContactID,andhave
a Phone Number and Account Number in the Panel. See Supported
Panels section on page 26-27.
Programming when using TELCO (Recommended): Programming a
Honeywell Vista for the BAT-CDMA-WIFI as Sole Communicator:
Sec For BAT as Sole
Communicator Code Summarization
41 Enter Phone Number
43 Enter Account Number
49 Enter 5 For All Communications to BAT
54 Enter 0 No Delay Between Communicators
55 Enter 0 Phone Line Communicates First
65 & 66 Enter 1 If you want Opening/Closing Reports
193 Enter 1, 0 Enable to turn on Address 20
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Programming a Honeywell Vista control using ONLY the Keybus to
send Signals - GSM Emulation:
Sec For BAT
as Sole For BAT in use with
another
For Dual
Reporting Code Summarization
*29 Enter 1 Enter 1 Enter 1 This enables GSM. The
BAT Emulates a GSM.
*42 N/A Enter Central
Station
Receiver
Number
Enter Central
Station
Receiver
Number
Secondary Phone Number
*43 Enter Account
Number Enter Account Number Enter Account Number This is the central station account number
*49 Enter 5 Please refer
to panel
manual for
your particular
application
requirements
Please refer
to panel
manual for
your particular
application
requirements
Dual Reporting; Setting
to 5 sends all reporting
to both primary and
secondary.
*54 Enter 0 Enter 2 Enter 0 The time it takes for the
communicator to switch
from primary to secondary.
*55 Enter 1 Enter 1 Enter 1 (BAT
is Primary
Communicator)
Setting to 1
gives signal
priority to GSM
(BAT).
Setting to 1 gives signal
priority to GSM (BAT).
*65 Enter 1 Enter 1 Enter 1 Report Code for Openings.
*66 Enter 1, 1 Enter 1, 1 Enter 1, 1 Report Code for Arming in
Away and Stay.
*193 Enter 1, 0 Enter 1, 0 Enter 1, 0 1 1 turns on/off keypad
address 20. 0 sets sound
to beep.
See Supported Panels section on page 26 to verify your panel’s revision
number and GSM emulation programming.
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