ipDatatel BAT-WiFi User manual

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Universal WiFi
Broadband Alarm Transceiver
Product Code: IPD-BAT-WiFi Installation Manual Rev 1.0
www.ipDatatel 866-896-1818

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Technical Support Information
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Revision Notes
Revision
Notes
Date
1
Initial Release
8/8/2013

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QUICK REFERENCE
See Supported Panels section page 25
GE:
See page 20
for details
Programming for TELCO use on GE NetworX:
Section
Device 0
Universal WiFi BAT as Sole Communicator
Location 0
Enter the Phone Number
Location 1
Enter Account Number
Location 2
Enter ‘13’ for Contact ID
Honeywell VISTA:
See page 17
for details
Programming for TELCO use on Vista:
Section
Universal WiFi BAT as Sole Communicator
41
Enter Phone Number
43
Enter Account Number
193
Enter 1, 0. Enable to turn on Address 20
DSC:
See page 13
for details
Programming for TELCO use on DSC:
Section
Universal WiFi BAT as Sole Communicator
301
Enter Phone Number
310
Enter Account Number
350
Enter ‘03’ for Contact ID

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Table of Contents
Revision Notes ............................................................................ 2
Introduction ................................................................................. 5
Key Features................................................................................ 5
Broadband Internet Connectivity.......................................... 5
WIFI Internet Connectivity ..................................................... 6
Computerized Voice Alarm Notifications ............................. 7
Installation Guide........................................................................ 8
General Considerations......................................................... 8
AP Configuration Tool QuickStart Guide ............................. 8
Connecting to a Wireless Network (AP Configuration Tool)
................................................................................................. 8
SW1 Button [located on the top left of the board]............... 9
Reset the Wireless Network (AP Configuration Tool) ......... 9
Pre-Installation........................................................................ 9
Locating and Installing the BAT-WIFI..................................10
Telco - Digital Dialer..............................................................10
Virtual Keypad Connection...................................................10
Power Connection.................................................................11
Basic Programming...............................................................11
Full Virtual Keypad Programming........................................11
Troubleshooting Diagnostic Information ............................12
Validating the Installation.....................................................12
Wiring & Programming for Popular Panels.........................12
DSC Panel Wiring and Programming...................................13
Vista Panel Wiring and Programming..................................17
GE Panel Wiring and Programming.....................................20
Generic Alarm Panel Wiring and Programming..................22
Generic Keyswitch Wiring and Programming.....................23
Supported Panels..................................................................25
Warranty Information.................................................................27
Universal WiFi BAT Circuit Board Detail..................................30
Specifications.............................................................................31

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Introduction
ipDatatel’s Universal WIFI Broadband Alarm Transceiver (BAT-
WIFI) is a multi-path wireless and wired internet connected alarm
panel transceiver. The BAT-WIFI transmits alarms over
broadband Internet via hardwired RJ45 Ethernet connection or via
WIFI wireless networks.
The Bat-WIFI is compatible with any alarm control panel that
transmits Contact ID (CID) format from its digital dialer. The BAT-
WIFI also connects to the Keypad Bus of compatible (Honeywell
and DSC) 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
management of Honeywell and DSC alarm panels that are
connected to the BAT-WIFI.
Key Features
Broadband Internet Connectivity
The BAT-WIFI replaces outdated conventional phone lines to
provide high-speed IP alarm monitoring transmissions over the
Internet. By capturing the data transmission from the alarm
control’s digital dialer output, the BAT-WIFI emulates an alarm
receiver.
The BAT-WIFI also resolves the communication problems that
VOIP services create that chop up alarm signal transmissions.
IP Alarm transmissions are made using Contact ID format and can
be sent to your alarm receiver via landline, or can be transmitted
directly by IP to your central station.

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Alarm monitoring signals such as open/close, trouble, supervisory,
latch-key, and monitoring of special devices, can be routed directly
to your alarm monitoring station or to the customer. These
automated features of the BAT-WIFI give you control over what
signals are sent to the central station, helping save on monitoring
costs.
WIFI Internet Connectivity
ipDatatel’s BAT-WIFI is a multi-path solution, giving you two
connections to the Router. The alarm panel can be set up to have
hard wired Ethernet connectivity and wireless internet (WIFI)
connectivity. A customer may also wish to run their alarm
monitoring using connectivity (WIFI) exclusively. This provides an
Internet path when hard wiring is difficult or impossible.
Remote Universal Downloader
ipDatatel’s Universal Downloader software, uDownloader, installs
on a Windows Machine in the Service Tray, and enables remote
management of alarm panels that are connected to the BAT-WIFI
via the Internet (WIFI and/or hardwired). uDownloader 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.
Virtual Keypad Access
Your customers can operate their alarm system using ipDatatel’s
SecureSmart app via their smartphone or web browser. ipDatatel’s
SecureSmart gives the customer a virtual keypad to their alarm
panel, and provides a quick connection time. SecureSmart is very
useful for quick and convenient arming and disarming as well as
periodic alarm history checks. SecureSmart is compatible with
iPhone and Android platforms, and is free to download at the App
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 and Email
The BAT-WIFI also provides notifications for alarm, supervisory,
trouble, and open/close signals. Notifications by text and email
identify the alarm system address, alarm signal and zone, and
description.

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Computerized Voice Alarm Notifications
ipDatatel also provides an exclusive feature of notifications via
computerized voice for customers who wish a phone call, where
they may not want text or email messages.

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Installation Guide
General Considerations
Before installation, your BAT-WIFI must also be setup using the
dealer Branded Portal www.alarmdealer.com.
The BAT-WIFI should be installed securely in the supplied plastic
housing, and be mounted beside your alarm control panel.
Where available, proximity to the hard-wired Ethernet Internet
connection should be taken into consideration when routing
wires.
Choose a location with good reception by monitoring the BAT-
WIFI signal strength LEDs with a pre-wire power up.
The BAT-WIFI must be completely powered down before starting
the wire up.
Programming is simple using the alarm control panel. Written
instructions are included in the “Wiring & Programming” section
of this manual starting on page 12.
AP Configuration Tool QuickStart Guide
An easy to use QuickStart Guide has been designed to make the
BAT WiFi easily join the customer’s WiFi Network. This guide can
be found at:
Connecting to a Wireless Network (AP Configuration Tool)
The BAT-WIFI has an AP Configuration Tool which is designed to
assist with ensuring the BAT-WIFI joins a wireless network easily.
The following steps should be followed:
1. Power up the BAT-WIFI at the alarm panel.
2. Open your smart phone or laptop and search for Wireless
Connections
a. In the list of WiFi connections you should see one
labeled: IPD-CFG-AP-XX-XX-XX. The last six digits
will match the MAC address of your Wifi device. If not,
try moving your BAT-WIFI to a different location for
better reception.
3. Connect to the WIFI Network: IPD CFG-AP-XX-XX-XX
4. After you are connected to your smart phone or laptop. Open a
web browser and type in the following IP Address.
a. 192.168.100.1
5. When you connect to the above IP Address it will launch the AP
Configuration Tool.

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6. Next you will click on “Scan for Wireless Networks”. It will
populate the list of all available wireless networks in your area.
7. Find the customers Wireless Network and click on it. If security
credentials are required you will be prompted to enter them.
8. You should now be connected to the customers WIFI Network!
Connecting Wifi to WPS
Press the SW1 button once, you will send the device into WPS
mode. LED 6 will continue to blink as long as it is in this mode.
Refer to your router manual to turn on it’s WPS feature, typically it
is simply pressing a button labeled ‘WPS’. Once the Wifi device
and the router see each other, LED 6 will go solid indicating it has
found a network. You can now press the SW1 twice to see the
signal strength of the unit.
SW1 Button [located on the top left of the board]
There are many uses of the SW1 button and your WiFi device.
You can tap on the button from 1 to 4 times depending on what the
situation is:
1 tap - WiFi will go into WPS mode and search for nearest WiFi in
the area.
2 taps - WiFi will update in signal strength [Device must be paired
to a WiFi]
3 taps - WiFi device will reset and lose connection to any WiFi it
was previously attached to.
4 taps - WiFi device will search for the latest upgrade.
Reset the Wireless Network (AP Configuration Tool)
Locate the button labeled SW1 located on the top left of the board.
When this button is pressed 3 times in a row, it causes the device
to perform a software reset and will allow you to perform the “AP
Configuration Tool” again.
Pre-Installation
Hardware Registration
Before installation of your BAT-WIFI, it must be registered at
www.alarmdealer.com.
Here are the steps needed to register your hardware:

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Log in to www.alarmdealer.com with the dealer login information
that was emailed to you.
Navigate to ‘Dealer Menu’->’Hardware Registration’
Enter the MAC address for the board you wish to register
Adding BAT to a Customer Account
After registering the hardware, the BAT-WIFI must be added to a
Customer Account by following these steps:
Log in to alarmdealer.com with the dealer login information that
was emailed to you.
Navigate to ‘Dealer Menu’->’User Accounts’, then click ‘Create
Account’
Fill in the customer information
Click ‘Add Hardware’
Find and select the BAT-WIFI you registered earlier. You can
search for 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-WIFI
The BAT-WIFI connects to the alarm panel’s power connections,
Telco, virtual keypad bus (if available), and key switch connections
(optional).
The BAT-WIFI should be connected to the Internet via a hard-
wired (RJ45) internet connection located on the lower-right hand
side to the circuit board. If a hard-wired Internet connection is not
available then the (WIFI) connection will be used. The BAT-WIFI
automatically seeks an IP address. There is no need to program
routers or switches.
Telco - Digital Dialer
The BAT-WIFI’s signal collection expects Contact ID format from
the digital dialer on the alarm panel. Most control panels made in
the last decade are CID capable. Wire the Telco side of the alarm
control's Tip & Ring to the BAT-WIFI Tip & Ring.
Virtual Keypad Connection
The BAT-WIFI connects to most panels as a Virtual Keypad,
allowing the customer full virtual keypad access after they
authenticate using the customer username and password you
have assigned them in the pre-installation phase. This allows the
customer to use the SecureSmart mobile phone and web
interfaces. You will need to refer to the wiring diagram for your

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specific panel because the panel side the Virtual Keypad
connection has various labels (Data in-Data out, YEL-GRN, or just
Data). This connects to the G/RX, Y/TX connections on the BAT-
WIFI.
Power Connection
The last step is to wire the alarm panel’s 12VDC auxiliary power
and ground to BAT-WIFI positive (pin 3) and negative (pin 4)
terminals. See Wiring Diagram on page 30.
Basic Programming
Because the BAT-WIFI simulates telephone service to the panel,
general programming for the 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.
Full Virtual Keypad Programming
For panels that are “Interactive Ready” (See Supported Panels
section page 25) the following programming will give you full virtual
keypad access to where the customer can enter their 4 digit code
to arm & disarm the system, when using SecureSmart mobile and
web interfaces.
DSC Panels: No programming required to make the virtual keypad
operate.
Vista Panels: Enable *193 with (1,0) to turn on Address 20.

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Troubleshooting Diagnostic Information
Under normal operation the Activity light will periodically blink. A
power 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 unit is Online)
3 Flashes: Indicates the device is not connected to the Internet
or is not pulling a DHCP from the router.
7 Flashes: Indicates the device is still working on “AP
Configuration”, therefore is not connected to a WIFI Network.
LED –2 is used to indicate Key Bus Connectivity.
LED –6
Flashing: Indicating it’s searching for a router in WPS Mode.
Solid: Indicates it found a router via WPS Mode.
LEDs –3 to 6 are used for WIFI Signal Strength, which is updated
on Startup and once every 4 hours.
Validating the Installation
After the unit is properly connected to the Alarm Panel and
powered up, use the following steps to validate that the system is
functioning properly:
Ensure that virtual keypad functionality works through
www.alarmdealer.com, or the SecureSmart mobile app.
Ensure that alarm signals reach your central station.
Wiring & Programming for Popular Panels
The following pages are organized by Alarm Panel type. Wiring
and programming instructions are given for:
Digital Security Control (DSC) Alarm Panels
Honeywell Vista Alarm Panels
GE NetworX Alarm Panels

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DSC Panel Wiring and Programming
DSC Keybus & Tip/Ring Wiring
RING
TIP
RE
D
B
LK
YEL
GR
N
D
S
C Co
nt
rol
Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Tip
Ri
n
g
+ Pos
-N
e
g
Y /
Tx
G /
Rx
Tx
Rx
B
A
TX
D
RXD
Z1 out
Z2 out
RS-232
RS-485
PC-Link
Power
BAT-WiFi

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DSC PC-Link connection
This allows for remote downloader functionality with ipDatatel’s
Universal Downloader (uDownloader) software.
DSC PC-Link Wiring
R Wire = Terminal 11
B Wire = Terminal 12
G & W = Terminal 4

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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 transmitting in Contact ID it will send signals.
Programming when using TELCO (Recommended): General
Concept Programming on DSC (BAT WiFi as Sole
Communicator):
Section
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
Note: Ensure All Report Codes are in, and signals can be sent.
Programming ONLY when using PC-Link to send Signals
(Not Recommended): DSC Programming for Communications -
GSM Emulation:
If GSM is used, it must be in dialer capture mode
Secti
on
BAT as
Sole
Communi-
cator
BAT as
Failover w/
Add'l
Communi-
cation Device
BAT as Dual
Reporting w/
Add'l
Communi-
cation Device
Code
Summarization
015
Disable
Option 7
If GSM, Disable
Option 7
If Phone Line,
Enable Option 7
If GSM, Disable
Option 7
If Phone Line,
Enable Option 7
Option 7 turns on/off
telephone line
supervision.
167
Set ‘060’
Seconds
Set ‘060’
Seconds
Set ‘060’
Seconds
Sets T-Link
acknowledgement
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
Station Receiver
#'
Second telephone
number goes here.
303
N/A
Set 'Central
Station Receiver
#'
Set 'Central
Station Receiver
#'
This section is the
telephone 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
(Not Recommended):
f GSM is used, it must be in dialer capture mode
Section
BAT as
Sole
Communi
-cator
BAT as
Failover w/
Add'l
Communi-
cation
Device
BAT as
Dual
Reporting
w/ Add'l
Communi-
cation
Device
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
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 transmitting in Contact ID it will send signals.
Programming when using TELCO (Recommended):
Programming on Vista (BAT WiFi as Sole Communicator):
Section
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 when ONLY using Keybus to send Signals
(Not Recommended): Vista Programming for Communications -
GSM Emulation:
See Supported Panels section on page 25 to verify your panel’s
revision number and GSM emulation programming.
Section
For BAT as
Sole
Communicat
or
For BAT in use
with another
Communication
Device for
Failover
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).
*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 turns on/off
keypad address. 0
sets sound to beep.

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GE Panel Wiring and Programming
GE Keybus & Tip/Ring Wiring