Maxsys PC4020 User manual

PC4020/PC4020CF v3.5 • Installation Manual
DLS2002 or higher
WARNING: This manual contains information on limitations regarding
product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability
of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read.

WARNING Please Read Carefully
Note to Installers
This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your respon-
sibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.
System Failures
This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances, however,
involving fire, burglary, or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Any alarm system
of any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a variety of reasons.
Some but not all of these reasons may be:
Inadequate Installation
A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate protection. Every installation
should be evaluated by a security professional to ensure that all access points and areas are covered. Locks
and latches on windows and doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors, walls, ceilings
and other building materials must be of sufficient strength and construction to provide the level of protection
expected. A reevaluation must be done during and after any construction activity. An evaluation by the fire
and/or police department is highly recommended if this service is available.
Criminal Knowledge
This system contains security features which were known to be effective at the time of manufacture. It is pos-
sible for persons with criminal intent to develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness of these features. It
is important that a security system be reviewed periodically to ensure that its features remain effective and
that it be updated or replaced if it is found that it does not provide the protection expected.
Access by Intruders
Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a sensing device, evade detection by
moving through an area of insufficient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or interfere with or prevent the
proper operation of the system.
Power Failure
Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many other security devices require an adequate
power supply for proper operation. If a device operates from batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail.
Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a
device operates only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative while
it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctuations
which may damage electronic equipment such as a security system. After a power interruption has occurred,
immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.
Failure of Replaceable Batteries
This system’s wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life under normal
conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage and type. Ambient condi-
tions such as high humidity, high/low temperatures, or large temperature fluctuations may reduce the expected
battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identifies when the batteries need
to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as expected. Regular testing and maintenance will keep the
system in good operating condition.
Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices
Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects placed on
or near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.
System Users
A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or temporary phys-
ical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct operation. It is important
that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm system and that they know how to
respond when the system indicates an alarm.
Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert occupants of a fire for a number of rea-
sons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed or positioned. Smoke
may not be able to reach the smoke detectors, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs, or on the
other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from fires on another level of the residence
or building.
Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense
all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of fires caused by careless-
ness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of flamma-
ble materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with matches or arson. Even if the smoke
detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances when there is insufficient warning to allow all
occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.
Motion Detectors
Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as shown in their respective installation
instructions. They cannot discriminate between intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do not
provide volumetric area protection. They have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be detected
in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect motion which occurs behind walls, ceil-
ings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether intentional
or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors, windows or any
other part of the detection system will impair its proper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature. However their effectiveness can
be reduced when the ambient temperature rises near or above body temperature or if there are intentional or
unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources could be heaters, radia-
tors, stoves, barbeques, fireplaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so on.
Warning Devices
Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or waken someone sleeping if
there is an intervening wall or door. If warning devices are located on a different level of the residence or
premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible warning devices may be
interfered with by other noise sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances,
or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however loud, may not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.
Telephone Lines
If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods of time.
Also an intruder may cut the telephone line or defeat its operation by more sophisticated means which may be
difficult to detect.
Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not be pro-
tected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely manner. If the sys-
tem is monitored, the response may not occur in time to protect the occupants or their belongings.
Component Failure
Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may fail to func-
tion as intended due to the failure of a component.
Inadequate Testing
Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be found by regular testing
and maintenance. The complete system should be tested weekly and immediately after a break-in, an
attempted break-in, a fire, a storm, an earthquake, an accident, or any kind of construction activity inside or
outside the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating
devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system.
Security and Insurance
Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life insurance. An alarm sys-
tem also is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or other occupants to act prudently to prevent or min-
imize the harmful effects of an emergency situation.
Limited Warranty
Digital Security Controls warrants the original purchaser that for a period of twelve months from the date of
purchase, the product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. During the
warranty period, Digital Security Controls shall, at its option, repair or replace any defective product upon
return of the product to its factory, at no charge for labour and materials. Any replacement and/or repaired
parts are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. The
original purchaser must promptly notify Digital Security Controls in writing that there is defect in material
or workmanship, such written notice to be received in all events prior to expiration of the warranty period.
There is absolutely no warranty on software and all software products are sold as a user license under the
terms of the software license agreement included with the product. The Customer assumes all responsibil-
ity for the proper selection, installation, operation and maintenance of any products purchased from DSC.
Custom products are only warranted to the extent that they do not function upon delivery. In such cases,
DSC can replace or credit at its option.
International Warranty
The warranty for international customers is the same as for any customer within Canada and the United
States, with the exception that Digital Security Controls shall not be responsible for any customs fees,
taxes, or VAT that may be due.
War ranty Procedure
To obtain service under this warranty, please return the item(s) in question to the point of purchase. All
authorized distributors and dealers have a warranty program. Anyone returning goods to Digital Security
Controls must first obtain an authorization number. Digital Security Controls will not accept any shipment
whatsoever for which prior authorization has not been obtained.
Conditions to Void Warranty
This warranty applies only to defects in parts and workmanship relating to normal use. It does not cover:
• damage incurred in shipping or handling;
• damage caused by disaster such as fire, flood, wind, earthquake or lightning;
• damage due to causes beyond the control of Digital Security Controls such as excessive voltage, mechan-
ical shock or water damage;
• damage caused by unauthorized attachment, alterations, modifications or foreign objects;
• damage caused by peripherals (unless such peripherals were supplied by Digital Security Controls);
• defects caused by failure to provide a suitable installation environment for the products;
• damage caused by use of the products for purposes other than those for which it was designed;
• damage from improper maintenance;
• damage arising out of any other abuse, mishandling or improper application of the products.
Items Not Covered by Warranty
In addition to the items which void the Warranty, the following items shall not be covered by Warranty: (i)
freight cost to the repair centre; (ii) products which are not identified with DSC's product label and lot num-
ber or serial number; (iii) products disassembled or repaired in such a manner as to adversely affect perfor-
mance or prevent adequate inspection or testing to verify any warranty claim. Access cards or tags returned
for replacement under warranty will be credited or replaced at DSC's option. Products not covered by this
warranty, or otherwise out of warranty due to age, misuse, or damage shall be evaluated, and a repair esti-
mate shall be provided. No repair work will be performed until a valid purchase order is received from the
Customer and a Return Merchandise Authorisation number (RMA) is issued by DSC's Customer Service.
Digital Security Controls’s liability for failure to repair the product under this warranty after a reasonable
number of attempts will be limited to a replacement of the product, as the exclusive remedy for breach of
warranty. Under no circumstances shall Digital Security Controls be liable for any special, incidental, or
consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability, or any
other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of profits, loss of the product or any
associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute or replacement equipment, facilities or services,
down time, purchaser’s time, the claims of third parties, including customers, and injury to property. The
laws of some jurisdictions limit or do not allow the disclaimer of consequential damages. If the laws of
such a jurisdiction apply to any claim by or against DSC, the limitations and disclaimers contained here
shall be to the greatest extent permitted by law. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci-
dental or consequential damages, so that the above may not apply to you.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This warranty contains the entire warranty and shall be in lieu of any and all other warranties, whether
expressed or implied (including all implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose)
and of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Digital Security Controls. Digital Security Controls nei-
ther assumes responsibility for, nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to modify or to
change this warranty, nor to assume for it any other warranty or liability concerning this product. This dis-
claimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed by the laws of the province of Ontario, Canada.
WARNING: Digital Security Controls recommends that the entire system be completely tested on a
regular basis. However, despite frequent testing, and due to, but not limited to, criminal tampering or
electrical disruption, it is possible for this product to fail to perform as expected.
Out of Warranty Repairs
Digital Security Controls will at its option repair or replace out-of-warranty products which are returned to
its factory according to the following conditions. Anyone returning goods to Digital Security Controls must
first obtain an authorization number. Digital Security Controls will not accept any shipment whatsoever for
which prior authorization has not been obtained.
Products which Digital Security Controls determines to be repairable will be repaired and returned. A set
fee which Digital Security Controls has predetermined and which may be revised from time to time, will be
charged for each unit repaired.
Products which Digital Security Controls determines not to be repairable will be replaced by the nearest
equivalent product available at that time. The current market price of the replacement product will be
charged for each replacement unit.

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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction 1
1.1 Out Of The Box ............................................................................ 1
1.2 Specifications and Features .......................................................... 1
Section 2: Installation and Wiring 2
2.1 Planning the System ..................................................................... 2
2.2 Terminal Descriptions .................................................................. 2
2.3 Wire Routing for Power and Non-Power Limited ....................... 2
2.4 Current Ratings – Alarm Control Panel and Modules ................. 2
2.5 Combus Operation and Wiring .................................................... 3
2.6 Zone Wiring ................................................................................. 4
2.7 Specialized Zone Wiring .............................................................. 4
2.8 Programmable Output Wiring ...................................................... 5
2.9 AML Device Wiring .................................................................... 5
2.10 Wiring Powered Devices (AUX, SAUX+) .................................. 6
2.11 Telephone Line Wiring ................................................................ 6
2.12 Bell Output Wiring (BELL+ and BELL-) ................................... 7
2.13 Earth Ground Wiring ................................................................... 7
2.14 Applying Power (AC and Battery) ............................................... 7
2.15 Lithium Batteries .......................................................................... 8
Section 3: How to Program 9
3.1 Introduction to Programming ....................................................... 9
3.2 Programming by Reference Number ........................................... 9
3.3 Programming Decimal Data ......................................................... 9
3.4 Programming Hexadecimal Data ............................................... 10
3.5 Programming Toggle Options .................................................... 10
Section 4: Module Enrollment 11
4.1 Enrolling Keypads and Modules ................................................ 11
4.2 Deleting Modules ....................................................................... 11
4.3 Confirming Modules .................................................................. 11
4.4 Enrolling AML Devices ............................................................. 12
Section 5: Partitions and Zones 13
5.1 Zone Supervision ....................................................................... 13
5.2 Creating Partitions ...................................................................... 13
5.3 Adding Zones to Partitions ........................................................ 14
5.4 Zone Programming .................................................................... 14
5.5 Bypass Grouping ........................................................................ 17
Section 6: Keypad Operation 19
6.1 Partition Keypads ....................................................................... 19
6.2 Global Keypads .......................................................................... 19
6.3 Keypad Toggle Options ............................................................. 19
6.4 Keypad Time-out ....................................................................... 20
6.5 Keypad Blanking ........................................................................ 20
6.6 Fire, Auxiliary and Panic Keys .................................................. 20
6.7 Keypad Lockout ......................................................................... 20
6.8 Keypad Tampers ........................................................................ 21
6.9 Alarm Memory Display ............................................................. 21
6.10 Zone Bypass Display ................................................................. 21
6.11 Function Key Programming ....................................................... 21
Section 7: Installer and Access Codes 23
7.1 Installer’s Code .......................................................................... 23
7.2 Installer-Programmed Access Codes ......................................... 23
7.3 Programming Access Codes ...................................................... 23
7.4 Modify An Existing Code .......................................................... 25
7.5 Change User Code Options ........................................................ 25
7.6 Delete An Existing Code ............................................................ 25
7.7 Special Codes ............................................................................. 26
7.8 Guard Code ................................................................................ 26
7.9 Access Code Options ................................................................. 26
7.10 Access Levels ............................................................................. 27
Section 8: Arming and Disarming 28
8.1 Arming and Disarming Options ................................................. 28
8.2 Automatic Arming ..................................................................... 28
8.3 Close Time Timer (CTT Duration) ............................................ 28
8.4 Disarm Delay ............................................................................. 28
8.5 Dual Users For Disarming ......................................................... 29
Section 9: Entry and Exit Delay 30
9.1 Entry and Exit Delay Times ....................................................... 30
9.2 Entry and Exit Delay Options .................................................... 30
Section 10: System Programming 31
10.1 AC/DC Power Options ............................................................... 31
10.2 Bell Circuit Supervision ............................................................. 31
10.3 Clock Options ............................................................................ 31
10.4 Event Messages .......................................................................... 31
10.5 Swinger Shutdown ..................................................................... 32
10.6 Tampers ...................................................................................... 32
10.7 Telephone Line Supervision ...................................................... 32
10.8 Test Transmissions ..................................................................... 32
10.9 Transmission Delay .................................................................... 33
10.10 Cross Zone (Police Code) Alarm .............................................. 33
10.11 System Label ............................................................................. 33
10.12 Hourly Print ............................................................................... 33
Section 11: Programmable Outputs 34
11.1 Main Panel Outputs .................................................................... 34
11.2 Programming Output Options for Modules ............................... 34
11.3 Programmable Output Options .................................................. 34
11.4 Output Pulse Times .................................................................... 37
Section 12: Communications Programming 38
12.1 Telephone Numbers ................................................................... 38
12.2 Account Numbers ...................................................................... 38
12.3 Dialing Parameters ..................................................................... 38
12.4 Communicator Toggle Options .................................................. 38
12.5 Dialer Direction .......................................................................... 40
12.6 Communicator Formats .............................................................. 40
12.7 Reporting Codes ......................................................................... 41
Section 13: Downloading 42
13.1 Downloading Options ................................................................ 42
13.2 Periodic Call-up ......................................................................... 42
13.3 PC-Link ...................................................................................... 42
Section 14: Event Scheduling 43
14.1 Date Schedules ........................................................................... 43
14.2 Holiday Groups .......................................................................... 43
14.3 Open/Close Suppression ............................................................ 43
14.4 Arming/Disarming Schedules .................................................... 44
14.5 Scheduled AMS-220/220T Smoke Detector Test ...................... 44
14.6 CTT Schedule ............................................................................ 44
14.7 Seismic Schedule ....................................................................... 44
Section 15: LINKS Communications 45
15.1 LINKS1000 (Cellular Communications) ................................... 45
15.2 LINKS2XXX (Long-range Radio Communications) ................ 45
15.3 T-Link TCP/IP Communications) .............................................. 45

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Section 16: Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 46
16.1 General Diagnostics ................................................................... 46
16.2 Restoring Factory Default Programming ................................... 46
16.3 Hardware Reset .......................................................................... 46
16.4 Viewing Trouble Conditions ...................................................... 46
16.5 System Fault Squawk ................................................................. 47
Section 17: Local, Central & Remote Station Fire Installation
Instructions 49
17.1 Introduction ................................................................................ 49
17.2 Hardware Description and Specifications .................................. 49
Section 18: Fire Zone Types 51
18.1 Partitions and Fire System Configuration .................................. 51
18.2 Standard Fire Zone ..................................................................... 51
18.3 Delayed Fire Zone ...................................................................... 51
18.4 Auto Verify Fire ......................................................................... 52
18.5 Waterflow Zone .......................................................................... 52
18.6 Fire Supervisory Zone ................................................................ 53
18.7 PC4701 Zones ............................................................................ 53
18.8 4-Wire Smoke Detector Zones ................................................... 53
18.9 AMS-220 Addressable Smoke Detector Zones ......................... 53
18.10AMP-702 Addressable Fire Point Module .................................53
Section 19: PC4702BP Output Programming 54
19.1 Alarm Notification Output Types .............................................. 54
19.2 Programming PC4702BP Outputs ............................................. 54
19.3 Fire Bell Options ........................................................................ 54
19.4 Partitions and Fire System Configuration .................................. 54
Section 20: Fire System Operation 56
20.1 Manual Signal Silence ................................................................56
20.2 Automatic Signal Silence (Bell Cut-Off) ...................................56
20.3 Signal Silence Inhibit Timer (Fire Silence Delay) .....................56
20.4 Fire System Reset .......................................................................56
20.5 Manual Sensor Reset ([*][7][2]) .................................................56
20.6 Subsequent Alarm Operation ......................................................56
20.7 Fire Silence/Reset User Codes ...................................................57
20.8 Auto-Scroll LCD Keypad Display .............................................57
20.9 Fire Trouble Conditions ..............................................................57
20.10AC Delays ...................................................................................58
20.11Bypassing Fire Zones .................................................................58
20.12Fire Drill Feature ........................................................................58
20.13Fire Inspector Test ......................................................................58
20.14Testing AMS-220/220T Smoke Detectors .................................59
20.15Lamp Test ...................................................................................59
20.16PC4701 Remote Station Alarm/Trouble Relays .........................59
20.17Fire Reporting Codes ..................................................................59
20.18Upload/Download Considerations ..............................................60
Section 21: Listing Requirements 61
21.1 UL Listed Commercial Burglary and Residential Burglary
Installations .................................................................................61
21.2 Commercial Fire Alarm Installations .........................................61
21.3 ULC Listing Requirements ........................................................62
Appendix A: Wiring Diagrams 63
Appendix B: Reporting Codes 69
Appendix C: Zone Reporting Codes 72
ASCII Characters 73
This equipment, Alarm Controller PC4020 shall be installed and used within an
environment that provides the pollution degree max 2 and overvoltages category
II non-hazardous locations, indoor only. The equipment is fixed and perma-
nently connected and is designed to be installed by service persons only; [ser-
vice person is defined as a person having the appropriate technical training and
experience necessary to be aware of hazards to which that person may be ex-
posed in performing a task and of measures to minimize the risks to that person
or other persons. The equipment enclosure must be secured to the building struc-
ture before operation.
Internal wiring must be routed in a manner that prevents:
- Excessive strain on wire and on terminal connections;
- Loosening of terminal; connections;
- Damage of conductor insulation
Before servicing, disconnect the power (AC and DC) and telephone connection.
WARNING: Incorrect connection of batteries may result in battery rup-
ture or fire hazard. Do not allow metal objects to connect the positive and
negative terminals.
Ensure the batteries are connected with correct polarity [Red to (+), Black to (-)].
Failure to comply with this may result in battery rupture and/or Fire Hazard.
The battery is not power limited source.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT USES LITHIUM BATTERIES. IMPROP-
ER HANDLING OF LITHIUM BATTERIES MAY RESULT IN HEAT
GENERATION, EXPLOSION OF FIRE, WHICH MAY LEAD TO PER-
SONAL INJURIES. THERE IS A DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF THE
BATTERIES ARE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
KEEP AWAY FROM SMALL CHILDREN, IF SWALLOWED
PROMPTLY SEE A DOCTOR.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufactur-
er. Do not try to recharge these batteries.
Dispose of used batteries must be made in accordance with the waste recovery
and recycling regulations in your area.

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Section 1: Introduction
1.1 Out Of The Box
Please verify that the following components are included in the
PC4020 package.
• 1 PC4050C or PC4001C cabinet
• 1 Main control module
• 1 Hardware package which includes:
• 32 EOL resistors (5600)
• 1 Black cabinet plug
• 1 Green ground strap
•5PCB mounting standoffs
• 1 set of documents which includes:
• 1 Installation Manual
• 1 Programming Worksheets
• 1 Instruction Manual
1.2 Specifications and Features
Main Control Panel
• AC Input – 16 VAC, 40VA minimum
• Battery Charger – 350 mA to charge 12VDC lead-acid batter-
ies
• Bell Circuit – 12 VDC, 700 mA continuous maximum
• Auxiliary Power Output: 12 VDC, 500 mA maximum
• Switched Auxiliary Power Output 12 VDC, 300 mA maxi-
mum
• PGM 1 & 2 – two options:
•12VDC, 50 mA maximum each as standard outputs
•12VDC, 170 mA maximum each when used for address-
able loop
• 4-wire Combus power – 500 mA maximum
• 16 Zone inputs
• Supervised dialer output
• Earth ground connection
• All outputs rated to operate over the range of 11.6 to 12.6V
for UL Listed systems.
Expansion Capabilities
• Up to 128 zones total using
• PC4108A 8-zone input modules
• PC4116 16-zone input modules
• PC4164 v2.x wireless receivers and wireless devices
• PGM outputs for addressable devices
• Up to 16 keypads total using
• LCD4501 keypad (with function keys) - v2.0 or later
• LCD4500 keypad - v2.02 for function key support (number
keys 1-5)
• Up to 144 low power outputs total using
• PC4216 low power output modules (v2.1 required for Tem-
poral Fire option)
• Up to 64 relay outputs total using
• PC4204 quad relay and power supply module; also for
Combus repower (v2.1 required for Temporal Fire option)
• PC4204CX Combus repeater
• Up to 8 supervised bell outputs total using
• PC4702BP (up to 4)
• Up to 32 card access-controlled doors
• PC4820 dual card reader modules (up to 16)
• System Printer/DVACS* output using
• DataLink**
• PC440X module
• Dual phone line and Class ‘B’ fire zones using
• PC4701 fire module
• Backup communication using
• LINKS1000 cellular communicator
• LINKS2150 long-range transmitter
• LINKS2450 long-range transmitter**
• Any compatible alternate communication module**
• T-Link TCP/IP Ethernet Communicator (see the T-Link
Installation Manual part no. 29001007)
• Skyroute Max
• Telephone access & automation items using
• ESCORT4580 Audio Assistant (v1.3 or greater)
• Remote annunciation using
• PC4612 – 12-zone point annunciator
• PC4632 – 32-zone point/graphic annunciator
• PC4664 – 64-zone point/graphic annunciator
• Central station talk/listen** and intercom capabilities using:
• PC4936 audio interface module
• PC4937 8-port expansion module
• LCD4501/4500 keypad and audio station
• PC5921 audio stations
• Up to 32 telephone entry doors
• PC4850 module (up to 16)**
Downloading Capabilities
• Downloading Software: DLS2002**
• PC-Link connector – for local upload/download
• End user PC-Link using PC4401 as isolator**
• DataLink access using PC4401
• T-Link TCP/IP module
UL 294 Access Control Performance Levels
• Endurance = II
• Standby Power = IV
• Line Security = I
• Destructive Attack = I
* DVACS is a registered trademark of Electro Arts Limited
** Not UL Listed. Do not use in conjunction with UL Listed systems.

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Section 2: Installation and Wiring
2.1 Planning the System
The speed and efficiency of installing a Maxsys system will be
greatly enhanced by planning the installation. As a minimum, the
following checklist should be used to ensure that all of the details
have been considered:
• Draw a diagram of the installation showing the location of the
main panel, all keypads, zone inputs, bell outputs, relay out-
puts and annunciators.
• Indicate all partitions on the diagram. Decide which zones,
bell and relay outputs, keypads and remote annunciators
belong to each partition.
• Determine where each system module is going to be located
and how far each module will be from the main panel.
• Determine the current draw on the main panel and each sys-
tem component used to ensure the system requirements can
be met (see 2.4 ”Current Ratings – Alarm Control Panel and
Modules’). Calculate each wire run using the Combus wiring
guidelines. Determine which wire gauge should be used and
where to place PC4204/PC4204CX modules to re-power the
Combus.
• For Addressable devices, determine where each device is to
be located and consult the Addressable Loop wiring guide-
lines to determine wire gauge and wiring lengths (see 2.9
”AML Device Wiring’)
2.2 Terminal Descriptions
The following terminals appear on the alarm control panel:
2.3 Wire Routing for Power and Non-Power Limited
All wiring entry points are designated by the arrows. All circuits
are classified UL installation power limited except for the battery
leads which are not power limited.
A minimum ¼” (7mm) separation must be maintained at all
points between power limited and non-power limited wiring and
connections.
NOTE: Wire entry for power limited wiring must be separated by a
different entry access from non-power limited wiring.
2.4 Current Ratings – Alarm Control Panel and Modules
In order for the system to operate properly, the power output of
the alarm control panel and power supply modules cannot be
exceeded. Use the data below to ensure that the available current
is not exceeded.
Alarm Control Panel
AUX - 500mA available for devices connected to the AUX,
SAUX+ and PGM terminals and modules connected to Combus
terminals. At least 100mA must be reserved for the Combus. To
calculate the amount of current required, complete the following
chart:
Main Panel Current Calculation
Maximum (Standby or Alarm)
AUX (500mA max.)
SAUX+ (300mA max.)
PGM1 (50/170mA max.*)
PGM2 (50/170mA max.*)
Combus (500mA max.)**
Total (must not exceed 500mA)
Ter mi na ls Description
Red and
Black Leads
Battery Connection. WARNING: Do not connect the
battery or transformer until all other wiring is
complete.
AC Power Terminals. WARNING: Connect the battery
before connecting the AC. Do not connect the
battery or transformer until all other wiring is
complete.
AUX+ and
AUX-
Auxiliary Power, 500mA MAX
SAUX+ Switched Auxiliary Power, 300mA MAX
BELL+ and
BELL-
Bell/Siren Power. These terminals are used for powering
bells, sirens or other devices requiring steady output volt-
age on alarm; 700mA MAX
PGM1 and
PGM2
Programmable Output Terminals.
50mA MAX (standard output) or
170mA MAX (addressable loop)
RED, BLK,
YEL, GRN
Combus Terminals. The Combus is used by the panel and
the modules to communicate with each other. RED and
BLK are used for power, and YEL and GRN for data.
NOTE: The four Combus terminals of the main
panel must be connected to the four Combus
terminals or wires of all modules. For instruc-
tions regarding Combus wiring, refer to Section
2.4 ’Combus Operation and Wiring’.
Z1 to Z16 Zone Input Terminals. Zone inputs Z1 to Z16 are provided for
wiring zones on the alarm control panel
TIP, RING,
T1, R1
Telephone Line Terminals
EGND Earth Ground Connection. A ground connection assem-
bly is included with the control panel. Please refer to the
control panel wiring diagram for ground connection
instructions.

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*PGM1/PGM2 (Standard Output) = 50mA max.
NOTE: PGM1/PGM2 (Addressable Loop) = 170mA max.
NOTE: To calculate Addressable Loop current, see 2.9 ”AML Device
Wiring’.
**See ‘Combus Current Calculation Chart’ below.
NOTE: For UL, ULC and Commercial Listed applications, the total
standby and alarm current cannot exceed 500mA.
Module Ratings
The current draw of compatible modules is listed below:
Device....................................................... Current Draw (mA)
Keypad (LCD45XX) ............................................................ 50
PC4108A Zone Expander ..................................................... 30
PC4116 Zone Expander ........................................................30
PC4164 Wireless Receiver ................................................. 110
PC4701 Fire Module............................................................. 35
PC4702BP Dual Bell Output Module................................... 75
PC4204 Relay Output Module.............................................. 30
PC4204CX Combus Repeater .............................................. 30
PC4216 Low Current Output Module .................................. 15
ESCORT4580 Audio Assistant........................................... 150
PC4401 Interface Module..................................................... 35
PC4820 Access Control Module .......................................... 35
PC4936 Audio Interface Module.......................................... 65
PC4850 Module .................................................................. 135
Calculating Total Current Requirement
Once you have determined which modules will draw power from
the main panel, use the following chart to calculate the Combus
current.
NOTE: *These units draw current from the Combus to power devices
external to the module. This current must be added to the total Com-
bus current. See manufacturer's specifications for the current draw of
each device. Each LED assembly draws up to 20mA of current.
2.5 Combus Operation and Wiring
The Combus is used by the control panel and the modules to com-
municate with each other. The four Combus terminals of the main
panel must be connected to the four Combus terminals or wires of
all modules.
Modules can be home run, connected in a daisy chain or T-tapped
anywhere on the Combus.
The following rules MUST be followed when wiring the Com-
bus:
1. The Combus must be run in minimum 22-gauge wire.
2. No module can be more than 1000' (305m) in cable length from
the main control panel.
3. Shielded wire should only be used in areas that present exces-
sive RF noise or electromagnetic interference. If shielded wire
is used, the maximum distance a module can be located from
the main panel is significantly reduced. Check the capacitance
limit of the wire to calculate the maximum distance (see
’Capacitance Limits’ below).
4. The total capacitance of the Combus wiring must not exceed
80nF (see ’Capacitance Limits’ below).
5. Do not run Combus wire runs in parallel with AML wire runs.
Maintain minimum 2” separation between the cables.
Line Loss
When current is drawn through a piece of wire, voltage will be
lost due to the wire’s resistance. This voltage loss must be consid-
ered for all installations.
To ensure proper operation, at least 12.5VDC must be applied to
all modules on the system (when AC is applied and the battery is
fully charged). If less than 12.5VDC is applied, system operation
will be adversely affected.
To correct the problem, try any or all of the following:
1. Connect a PC4204/PC4204CX power supply near the module
to provide power to the Combus.
2. Reduce the length of the Combus run to the module.
3. Increase the gauge of wire.
Capacitance Limits
An increase in capacitance on the Combus will affect data trans-
mission and will cause the system to slow down. Capacitance will
increase for every foot of wire added to the Combus. The capaci-
tance rating of the wire used will determine the maximum length
of the Combus.
For example, 22-gauge, non-shielded, 4-conductor wire has a typ-
ical capacitance rating of 20 picofarads per foot (which is 20nF/
1000’). For every 1000' of wire added – regardless of where it is
run – the capacitance of the Combus will increase by 20nF.
The following chart indicates the total Combus wire allowed
depending on the capacitance rating of the wire used:
Wires run in parallel also increase Combus capacitance. For
example, when using 20nF wire, the following would be some of
the combinations allowed:
Combus Current Selection Chart
Item Current (mA) xQuantity Total (mA)
Keypad 50 x
PC4108A* 30 x
Current required for connected devices =
PC4116* 30 x
Current required for connected devices =
PC4164 110 x
PC4701 35
PC4702BP 75 x
PC4204/PC4204CX 30 x
PC4216* 15 x
Current required for connected devices =
ESCORT4580 150
PC4401 35 x
PC4820 35 x
PC4850 135 x
PC4936* 65
T-Link 150
Skyroute 30
Total Combus Current =
Wire Capacitance per
1000'(300m)
TOTAL Combus Wire
Le n g t h
15nF 5300'/1616m
20nF 4000'/1220m
25nF 3200'/976m
30nF 2666'/810m
35nF 2280'/693m
40nF 2000'/608m

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• Four wire runs at 1000'/305m each
• Six wire runs at 666'/203m each
• Eight wire runs at 500'/152m each
• 10 wire runs at 400'/122m each etc…
NOTE: Contact the wire manufacturer for the capacitance ratings of
the wire being used.
PC4204/PC4204CX Power Supply
PC4204/PC4204CX power supply modules are required to power
additional modules and devices when the total current from the
main panel is insufficient. A PC4204/PC4204CX should also be
used if excessive line loss is encountered.
PC4204/PC4204CX Current Requirement
AUX - 1.0A available for devices connected to the AUX terminal,
including devices connected to relay outputs and modules con-
nected for Combus repower (see 2.5 ”Combus Operation and
Wiring’).
Combus Repower
Only Relay 1 on the PC4204/PC4204CX can be used for Combus
repower. The Combus must be wired to the PC4204/PC4204CX
according to the following diagram for Combus repower:
PC4204
PC4204CX
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not use any power supply other than the
PC4204/PC4204CX to repower the Combus. In the event of a power
surge or transient, a module may lock up and cease to communicate
with the control panel. If the panel loses communication with the
module, it will initiate a module reset and will power down the Com-
bus for five seconds in an attempt to reset the problem module. After
five seconds, the panel will reapply power to the Combus and the
problem module should begin to operate as intended.
NOTE: If a power supply other than the PC4204/PC4204CX is used,
the Combus repower function will not operate as intended.
NOTE: New versions of the PC4204/PC4204CX power supply mod-
ule have a jumper marked ‘J1’. Ensure that this jumper is configured
for ’Combus Relay’. Otherwise, the power reset function will not
operate. For more information regarding the PC4204/PC4204CX,
please refer to the PC4204/PC4204CX Installation Instructions.
2.6 Zone Wiring
Zones on the system are wired according to the diagrams below.
Once you have selected which type of zone supervision you
require, you must program the ’Zone Supervision’ section. See
5.1 ”Zone Supervision’ for instructions.
NOTE: Fire, LINKS Supervisory, LINKS Answer, AC Delay or
Forced Answer zones always use single EOL supervision, regardless
of the programmed zone supervision.
No End of Line (No EOL)
All No EOL zones are normally closed loops. The zone will be
violated when it is open.
Single End of Line (EOL)
All Single EOL zones have a 5600resistor
across them. If the zone is shorted or open, it
will be violated. Resistors should always be
placed at the device end of the wire run.
If programmed as a fire or waterflow zone,
the open zone will generate a trouble condi-
tion and the short will generate an alarm.
Double End of Line (DEOL)
All Double EOL zones have two 5600resistors across them.
DEOL loops will allow the panel to detect zone faults, zone tam-
pers, violated zones and restored zones. Resistors should always
be placed at the device end of the wire run.
NOTE: Only normally closed detection devices can be used with this
type of zone supervision. Only one normally closed contact can be
connected to each zone; multiple detection devices/ ontacts on one
loop are not allowed, the tamper condition will not be monitored.
2.7 Specialized Zone Wiring
Some zones require wiring configurations unique to the selected
zone type. These zones are listed below. For information regard-
ing the various zone types, please see 5.4 ”Zone Programming’.
Fire Zone
This zone type uses normally open contacts. The zone will initiate a
fire alarm when the loop is shorted (contacts close). A Fire Zone
trouble will be generated when the loop is opened (wire break).
Typically, fire alarm initiating contacts originate from 4-wire smoke
detectors. These types of detectors must be wired as shown in the
diagram below.
The power for the 4-wire detectors must be supervised with an
end-of-line relay (RM-1). The contacts of that relay are wired in
series with the zone end-of-line resistor. With the relay energized,
the relay contacts are closed and the zone is normal. If the power
Wiring for Combus Repower and Regeneration

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is lost, the relay de-energizes, the contacts open and a zone trou-
ble is initiated.
Multiple fire initiating normally open contacts may be used in
parallel on the loop. Do not include burglary or other types of
devices on a fire zone.
Keyswitch Zone
Zones programmed as keyswitch arming zones must be wired
according to one the following diagrams:
LINKS Supervisory Zone
This zone is for use with a LINKS1000/LINKS2150/LINKS2450
only. If the LINKS experiences a trouble condition, a LINKS out-
put can be used to violate this zone type and the event will be
reported to the central station.
See the corresponding LINKS Installation Manual for wiring
information.
LINKS Answer Zone
This zone is for use with a LINKS1000 only. In case of a telephone
line failure, the panel can be uploaded/downloaded via the cellular
network. If the LINKS detects an incoming call, it will activate an
output that can be used to violate this zone type. This will force the
panel to answer the cellular call and will begin communications
with the downloading computer. This zone must be programmed as
LINKS Answer and wired according to the following diagram:
AC Delay Zone
This zone is for use with a LINKS1000. If the LINKS experiences
an AC trouble condition, a LINKS output can be used to violate
this zone type and the event will be reported to the central station.
See the corresponding LINKS Installation Manual for wiring
information.
2.8 Programmable Output Wir-
ing
The PGM output is a programmable
terminal and will connect to +12V
when activated. The terminal can
source a maximum current of 50mA.
If the desired current is higher than
50mA, a relay will be required. To
connect the relay, refer to the above
diagram. Each output can be programmed as one of numerous
available output options. See 11.3 ”Programmable Output
Options’ for a complete list of PGM output options.
2.9 AML Device Wiring
Addressable Multiplex Loop (AML) devices use a 2-wire connec-
tion for power and to communicate to and from the control panel.
All detectors are designed for low power consumption to make for
an efficient system.
The system can accommodate up to 128 addressable devices. Con-
nect the addressable loop to PGM1 and/or PGM2, when pro-
grammed for AML operation. If only one loop is used, then all 128
devices can be on the loop. If both PGM1 and PGM2 are used, the
128 devices can be divided between the two in any ratio that suits
the application.
For instructions on configuring PGM1/PGM2 for AML opera-
tion, and for AML device enrollment, see 4.4 Enrolling AML
Devices.
NOTE: The panel must be powered down when adding or removing
devices from the AMLbus.
Addressable Devices
The following addressable devices are available:
• AMS-220/220T smoke detector with optional temperature
sensor*
• AMB-300 PIR detector
• AMB-500 ceiling PIR detector
• AMB-600 dual PIR detector
• AMA-100 glass break detector
• AMP-700 magnetic door/window contact
• AMP-701 contact input module
• AMP-702 fire alarm contact input module
• AMX-400 repeater/isolator module
• AML-770 isolator module
*Fire alarm devices cannot be placed on the same loop as burglary
devices.

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Addressable Loop Response Time
The overall system response time for devices on the AML loop
depends on how many devices are on each loop.
The response times below include three factors:
• input debounce time
• addressable reporting and confirmation time
• processing time required by the panel to activate the output
Response Time (seconds)
Response Time = 1.348 + (0.036 x # of zones)
Use this formula on the PGM with the greater number of zones to
find the loop response for both PGMs.
Addressable Loop Current Calculation
Each addressable multiplex loop can draw a maximum of 170mA
of current from the main panel. In order to determine the amount
of current required for the AML loop, complete the following
chart:
When more AML devices are added to a single loop, the current
draw increases. The loop wire length must be limited to the fol-
lowing distances depending on the total loop curent:
Addressable Loop Wiring
AML devices can be home-
run, connected in a daisy
chain, or T-tapped. Wire the
AML loop according to the
following diagram:
This configuration is only
used for AML devices.
Please see the Installation
Instructions provided with
each device for more information regarding operation and wiring.
For longer wire runs,
you can split the
addressable devices
onto two or more
loops from the COM
and PGM terminals.
For example, 32
AMB-300 detectors
(2.5mA each) take 80mA total. In one 18AWG wire run, this
would allow a maximum length of 720 feet (220 m). If you split
the 32 devices into two wire runs of 16 detectors each, using
18AWG wire, each wire run could be 1736 feet (529 m) long. See
the diagram above.
NOTE: No end-of-line resistors are required when installing these
devices.
NOTE: Once the devices are connected, the PGM terminal must be
configured for AML operation and each device must be enrolled. See
Section 4.4 ’Enrolling AML Devices’ for instructions.
NOTE: Do not use shielded wire runs in parallel with each other.
Do not run either AML wire run in parallel with the Combus. Main-
tain minimum 2” separation between all AML wiring and Combus
wiring.
2.10 Wiring Powered Devices (AUX, SAUX+)
AUX – Auxiliary Power
These terminals can be used to power motion detectors, glass
break detectors and other devices requiring power. The AUX
(positive) and GND (negative) terminals can provide up to
500mA of current.
SAUX+ – Switched Auxiliary Power
This terminal provides positive power (12VDC) and can be de-
energized via the [*][7][2] keypad command (provided that the
output is programmed as Command Output #2). Typically, this
output is used for providing power to latching type devices that
require a power interruption in order to reset.
2.11 Telephone Line Wiring
The telephone terminals provide connections to the incoming
telephone lines for central station reporting. The wires from the
RJ-31X jack must be connected in the following manner:
NOTE: There must be no other telephone equipment connected
between the control panel and the incoming telephone line (e.g.
answering machines, fax machines, telephones, etc.). Ensure that
plugs and jacks meet the dimension, tolerance and metallic plating
requirements of 47 CFR Part 68 Subpart F.
Addressable Loop Current Calculation Chart
Item Current (mA) xQuantity Tota l ( mA )
AMS-220/T 0.8 x
AMB-300 2.5 x
AMB-500 .75 x
AMB-600 3.5 x
AMA-100 3.5 x
AMP-700 0.8 x
AMP-701 0.8 x
AMP-702 0.8 x
Total Current =
Loop Current vs. Wiring Distance
TOTAL LOOP
CURRENT(MA)
22 AWG
DISTANCE(FT/M)
18 AWG
DISTANCE(FT/M)
10 2880/878 5143/1568
20 1620/494 3645/1111
30 1010/308 2520/768
40 771/235 1736/529
50 600/183 1250/381
60 500/152 980/298
70 400/122 800/244
80 321/98 720/220
90 250/76 500/152
100 200/61 310/95
110 165/50 220/67
120 135/41 155/47
130 115/35 130/39
140 106/32 126/38
150 100/30 124/37
160 98/29 122/36
170 96/28 120/35

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2.12 Bell Output Wiring (BELL+and BELL-)
These terminals are used for powering
bells, sirens or other devices requiring
steady output voltage on alarm. The panel
can provide up to 2A short-term or 700mA
long-term current. The output is super-
vised. A trouble condition will be gener-
ated when the bell connection is lost. If no
bell or siren is being used, connect a 1000
resistor across the BELL+ and BELL- ter-
minals to eliminate a trouble condition.
To ensure proper operation, the wire length
of the bell loop must be considered.
Consult the following chart to determine the maximum wire
length for the bell loop with respect to current. The values reflect
the use of a 30 watt siren.
To increase the length, double up on wire. For example, when
using 22-gauge quad, use two conductors for the Bell+ connection
and two for the Bell-. This effectively doubles the maximum dis-
tance.
For UL residential installations, when a bell or siren is used for
fire signaling with a pulsed cadence, it must be connected
between the AUX+ and BELL- terminals. To maintain bell circuit
supervision, do not connect more than one device to the BELL-
terminal. A fire bell or siren used for this application must be UL
Listed and have a current consumption of 400mA or less (e.g.
Wheelock MT-12/24-R).
NOTE: For Commercial Fire applications, you must use the ‘CF’
version of the panel and the PC4702BP.
2.13 Earth Ground Wiring
The cabinet should be earth grounded using the grounding kit
supplied. Ensure that the connection from the cabinet to the
metallic cold water pipe or earth grounding rod is made with min-
imum 14-gauge solid copper wire.
The EGND terminal must be connected to earth ground to enable
ground fault detection. A Ground Fault trouble will be indicated if
any conductor on the system has a resistance to earth ground of
40kor less.
Only earth ground the main panel and the first module connected
to the telephone line.
2.14 Applying Power (AC and Battery)
WARNING:: Do not connect the battery or transformer until all
other wiring is complete.
Battery Connection – Red & Black Battery Leads
Connect the red battery lead to the positive terminal of the battery
and the black lead to the negative terminal.
WARNING:: Observe the correct polarity. If the battery is connected
backwards, the panel will not operate.
AC Power Terminals
WARNING:: Connect the battery before connecting the AC.
A 16V, 40 VA transformer connected to an unswitched AC power
source should be wired to these terminals.
To achieve the rated outputs as previously described, the AC input
must be connected to the secondary of a transformer rated at 16
VAC, 40VA minimum. The transformer is not supplied with the
equipment and must be mounted outside the cabinet. Do not con-
nect the transformer primary to an outlet that is controlled by a
switch.
The control panel monitors the presence of AC. Upon the loss of
AC power a trouble condition will be generated. The keypad trou-
ble light will turn on. If programmed, the keypad will also beep.
For more information regarding AC options, see 10.1 ”AC/DC
Power Options’.
Applying Power to the Main Panel
Once all field wiring has been completed and checked for opens,
shorts and grounds, power can be applied to the panel as follows:
1. Connect the battery leads.
2. Connect the AC transformer.
The panel will not power up correctly if AC power is applied
before the battery is connected.
Battery Selection Charts
The charts below are to determine the battery required to support
the main panel for either 24 hours or 60 hours in the standby
mode. The battery size is measured in amp hours (Ah). To deter-
mine the appropriate battery size, perform the following:
1. Calculate the total current required when the panel is not in
alarm. This is the standby current. See section 2.4 for further
information on current calculation.
2. Determine the current that will be drawn when the panel is in
alarm.
3. On the chart below, find the standby current on the horizontal
axis and the alarm current on the vertical axis.
Di st ance t o la st be ll / sir e n (f t / m )
Bell Loop
Loa d
Cur re n t
22 AWG
Wire
20 AWG
Wire
18 AWG
Wire
16 AWG
Wire
14 AWG
Wire
2000mA 18/6 29/9 46/14 73/22 116/35
1800mA 20/6 32/10 51/16 81/25 129/39
1000mA 36/11 58/17 92/28 147/44 233/70
700mA 52/16 82/25 132/40 210/64 332/101
500mA 73/22 115/35 184/56 293/89 465/141
100mA 364/110 577/175 922/279 1467/445 2326/705
Tighten nut to break paint and make
good connection to the cabinet

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4. Find the region of the chart where the standby current and the
alarm current values intersect. The region corresponds to the
required battery Ah capacity.
For example:
Standby current = 500 mA
Alarm current = 2 A
On the 24Hr chart, the battery capacity required is 14Ah.
2.15 Lithium Batteries
The PC4020 circuit board includes a lithium battery (please see
the wiring diagram on page ii.) This battery is not replaceable.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
replaced.
If the lithium battery stops working, return the circuit board to
your distributor. Batteries may cause a fire when in contact with
metal. If you need to dispose of the circuit board and/or the lith-
ium battery, wrap the battery in non-conductive tape. Check with
your local government for battery disposal regulations.
WARNING: Do not store the batteries in such a way that they come
into contact with each other or with any piece of metal. Explosion or
fire may occur. Should fire occur, use only dry chemical fire extin-
guishers. Do not use water to put out the fire.


Do not heat the batteries. Do not dispose of the batteries or circuit
boards in a fire. Do not disassemble the batteries. Do not apply pres-
sure to or deform the batteries. Ensure that the above precautions are
strictly observed by related departments, including, but not limited to,
production, sales and outside contractors.
*NOTE:

For installation in Brazil, the control panel shall use one ferrite Stew-
ard P/N 28A2024-0A0 on the battery leads (loop wires with one turn)
and one ferrite Steward P/N 28A2024-0A0 on the keybus cable con-
nected to the LCD4501 keypad (loop wires with two turns).

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Section 3: How to Program
3.1 Introduction to Programming
The PC4020 is programmed via a menu system. Use the arrow
keys (<>) to scroll through different menu options and press the
[*] key to select the menu option displayed. Continue this proce-
dure until the required program section is displayed, then press
the [*] key to select it. To arrive at a program section where data
can be entered may require scrolling and selecting items from sev-
eral menus. Press the [#] to return to the previous menu.
To enter Installer’s Programming, enter [*][8][Installer’s Code] at
any keypad that is enrolled on the system.
In order to prevent unauthorized personnel from accessing
Installer’s Programming, the Installer’s Code should be changed
from the default setting. By default, the Installer’s Code is [5555].
To change the Installer’s Code, see 7.1 ”Installer’s Code’.
Once you have entered Installer’s Programming, the first menu
consists of five items, listed below. Use the arrow keys (<>) to
scroll to the desired menu item and press the [*] key to select it:
•System Area - These programming options affect the opera-
tion of the entire system. These options include communica-
tions, downloading, printer options, installer and master code
programming, etc.
•Partition Area - These options are programmed for each par-
tition. These options include zone assignments, partition
times, partition options etc.
•Module Hardware - This menu is used when you enroll the
system modules and keypads.
•Event Buffer - This menu allows access to the system’s event
buffer for printing.
•Diagnostics - These options pertain to trouble conditions
reported by the modules.
Use the arrow keys to scroll to the message indicating the area
you wish to program and press [*]. For example, to program the
Partition 2 account number, scroll to each of the following mes-
sages and press [*]:
Scroll to... Press [*]
Press [*]
Scroll to... Press [*]
Press [*].
Enter the 4-digit Partition 2 customer ID code. The display will
return to the ’Customer ID Code’ display.
Press [#] to return to the previous menus and to exit the installer
programming mode.
The arrow keys (<>) will appear in the top right-hand corner of
the display to indicate that there are multiple menu items or pro-
gram sections.
3.2 Programming by Reference Number
A quicker method of programming the panel is to jump directly to
a program section using the reference number system. These ref-
erence numbers appear beside each programming item in the Pro-
gramming Worksheets, and under each heading in the Installation
Manual.
To program using reference numbers, enter Installer’s program-
ming([*][8][Installer’s Code]). Press and hold the [A]uxiliary key
until the keypad displays the following message:
’Enter Ref # then *’.
Enter the reference number found in the Programming Work-
sheets for the section you wish to program, then press the [*] key.
The display will immediately go to the programming item you
have selected.
For example, the reference number for the Partition 2 Account
Number is [0100XX00]. The ’XX’ is the 2-digit partition number,
in this case [02].
Once the Reference Number is entered and the [*] key is pressed,
the keypad will jump directly to that programming item. If an
error is made when entering the reference number, use the [<] key
to move the cursor back to the first digit and re-enter the reference
number.
Once you have programmed the section, you must press [#] to
save the change. Then, press and hold the [A] key to enter another
reference number.
Once you become familiar with each programming option’s refer-
ence number, programming will become quick and simple. If you
forget a particular reference number, you can always scroll
through the menu items in order to refresh your memory. All pro-
gramming reference numbers are listed in the Programming
Worksheets.
3.3 Programming Decimal Data
Some programming sections require decimal (0-9) entries, such as
zone definitions and system times. Make sure to record all
required decimal data in the Programming Worksheets before
beginning to program each section.
Many sections require a specific number of digits. Once all digits
have been entered, the control panel will automatically exit that
section and will return to the previous menu.
If the [#] key is pressed, only the data entered will be changed. All
programming data remaining will be left unchanged. For exam-
ple, when programming telephone numbers, press the [#] key
after the number is entered to exit the programming item and to
save having to program all 32 digits.
PARTITION AREA < >
(01)
ADD/EDIT PAR < >
(01)
PARTITION 2 < >
(02)
PARTITION ACCT # < >
(00)

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3.4 Programming Hexadecimal Data
Hexadecimal or ’Hex’ digits are often required for a program-
ming item, such as telephone numbers and reporting codes. To
insert a Hex digit into a given entry, press the [*] key to enter the
Hex menu. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the each Hex dig-
its (A through F). When the desired letter is displayed, press the
[*] key.
Hex digits can also be entered by pressing [*] key followed by the
number from 1-6 corresponding to each Hex letter (A = 1, B = 2,
C = 3, up to F = 6). Once the digit is entered, the control panel will
automatically return to the decimal programming mode.
For example, to enter data ‘ABCD’ on a PC4020 you would
enter: [*], [1], [*], [2], [*], [3], [*], [4]
3.5 Programming Toggle Options
Many programming items are toggle options that are either
enabled or disabled. Use the arrow keys (< >) to scroll through the
toggle options. Press the [*] key to switch back and forth between
[Y]es (enabled) and [N]o (disabled). Once all the toggle options
have been programmed, press the [#] key to save your changes
and return to the previous menu.

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Section 4: Module Enrollment
4.1 Enrolling Keypads and Modules
Once the wiring of all keypads and modules is complete, they
must be enrolled on the system. Apply power to the system by
first connecting the battery, followed by the AC transformer. All
LCD keypads will display the software version of the keypad.
NOTE: Make sure all power to the system is OFF when connecting
modules.
NOTE: Record the location and number of each module for future
reference.
Enrolling the First Keypad to Partition 1
To enroll the first keypad, go to the keypad that is to be assigned to
Partition 1. Press any key on that keypad. The keypad will beep and
display the message ’45XX Mod. #1’. This keypad will automati-
cally be assigned to Partition 1.
Once the first keypad has been enrolled, the rest of the system
keypads and modules can be enrolled through the ’Module Hard-
ware’ section of installer’s programming.
Enrolling All Other Keypads and Modules
Ref # [0200] then scroll to desired module
Enter the following at the keypad you have just enrolled:
1. Enter installer’s programming by pressing [*] [8] [Installer’s
Code].
NOTE: The default installer’s code is [5555].
2. Scroll to Module Hardware and press the [*] key.
3. The message ’Enroll Module’ will appear. Press [*].
4. Scroll through the different modules until the module you
wish to enroll is displayed. Press the [*] key.
LCD45XX Keypads
The keypad will display the message ’Press Any Key On Desired
Unit’. Go to the keypad to be enrolled and press any key. Return
to the original keypad. A message similar to the following will be
displayed to confirm enrollment (e.g. ’LCD45XX Mod 02
Enrolled’).
For keypads: next, you must select which partition the keypad
is to control. Use the arrow keys to scroll to the desired partition
and press the [*] key to select. If the enrolled keypad is slated for
global operation, scroll to Option 00 ’Global’ and press [*].
If you press the [#] key, the keypad will be assigned to Partition 1
by default.
For more information regarding partition and global keypads, see
Section 6: ”Keypad Operation’.
Module Tampers
When enrolling PC4108A, PC4116, PC4204/PC4204CX,
PC4216, PC44XX, PC4702, PC4820, PC4850, PC4164 or alter-
nate communicator modules, the message ’Create Tamper On
Desired Unit’ will be displayed. The tamper is required for enroll-
ment.
To create the required tamper, secure the tamper zone on the mod-
ule and then open it. It is this transition from secure to violated
which enrolls the module. After this is done, the keypad will dis-
play the module number and will confirm enrollment (e.g.
’PC4204/PC4204CX Mod 01 Enrolled’). Record the module
number in the programming worksheets. Once the module is
enrolled, re-secure the tamper.
Zone Expanders
NOTE: Enroll all zone expanders before assigning zones to PC4820
and AML devices.
When enrolling zone expanders (PC4108A, PC4116 and PC4164),
the panel will display ’PC41XX Module’. It does not ask what type
of expander is being enrolled. Once the tamper is created, the con-
trol panel will automatically indicate the type of expander and will
confirm enrollment (e.g. ’PC4116 Mod 01 Enrolled’).
Zones 1 to 16 are located on the main control panel. Additional
zones are added in sequence. For example, if two PC4108A zone
expanders are enrolled, the first one enrolled will be assigned zones
17 to 24 and the second will be assigned zones 25 to 32.
The system can have a maximum of 128 zones. To confirm which
zones are assigned to which expander, press any key when the
enrollment confirmation message is displayed.
NOTE: Be sure to record the zones assigned to each zone expander
module in the System Overview section of the Programming Work-
sheets.
The PC4164 is a wireless receiver. When you enroll a PC4164
module, you can enroll up to 64 wireless devices on the system.
You can enroll up to eight PC4164 wireless receivers. This will give
you a greater range in which to install wireless devices. It will also
allow you to install backup wireless receivers with overlapping
ranges, to provide increased security for the wireless zones on the
system.
NOTE: The maximum number of wireless zones you can enroll on the
system is 64, even if you install more than one PC4164 wireless
receiver.
ESCORT4580, PC4701 and PC4936 Enrollment
When enrolling the ESCORT4580, the PC4701 or the PC4936, the
keypad will display the message ’Looking for PC4XXX Module’.
The panel will automatically scan the Combus for the module.
Once it is found, the panel will confirm enrollment (e.g.
’ESCORT4580 Module Enrolled’). No tamper is required.
4.2 Deleting Modules
Ref # [0201] then scroll to desired module
Sometimes, a module must be deleted from the system. This
could be when zone expanders are enrolled out of sequence or if a
module is defective.
To delete a module, enter the following at any enrolled keypad:
1. Enter installer’s programming by pressing [*] [8] [Installer’s
Code].
2. Enter reference number [0201] then press [*].
3. Scroll through the different modules until the module you
wish to enroll is displayed. Press [*] to select.
4. Scroll to the correct module type, then to the correct module
number. For example, to delete LCD45XX Module 04, scroll
to ’LCD45XX (04)’. Press the [*] key to delete the module.
NOTE: When deleting and/or replacing zone expanders, all remain-
ing zone expanders should be re-enrolled. This will ensure proper
zone assignment and operation.
4.3 Confirming Modules
Ref # [0202] then scroll to desired module
In case module numbers were not recorded, you can verify this
information through the ’Confirm Module’ menu in the ’Module
Hardware’ programming section in installer’s programming.
This works just like enrolling modules. You will be prompted to
’Press Any Key On Desired Unit’ in the case of keypads and ’Create
Tamper on Desired Unit’ in the case of modules. Once the correct
action is taken, the keypad will display the module number (e.g.
LCD45XX Mod 02).

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4.4 Enrolling AML Devices
Addressable Multiplex Loop (AML) devices use a 2-wire connec-
tion for power and communication to and from the control panel.
All detectors are designed for low power consumption to make
for an efficient system.
For information on AML wiring, please see 2.9 ”AML Device
Wiring’.
Enroll the AML devices after all PC4108A, PC4164 and PC4116
modules have been enrolled.
Programming the PGM Terminal for an AML Loop
Ref #: [001400]
To enroll addressable multiplex loop (AML) devices, you must
first program the PGM terminal you have selected for the loop.
Perform the following:
1. Enter Installer’s Programming and enter reference number
[001400].
2. To select PGM1 for AML devices, scroll to ’PGM1 AML?’
and press [*]. The option will toggle to Yes.
3. To select PGM2 for AML devices, scroll to ’PGM2 AML?’
and press [*]. The option will toggle to Yes.
NOTE: Do not turn off the PGM AML toggle option unless all AML
devices have been removed from the loop (see ’Removing AML
Devices’).
To Enroll an AML Device
Ref #: [00140300] for PGM1
Ref #: [00140400] for PGM2
NOTE: All AML devices must be connected before they are enrolled.
To enroll the device, perform the following:
1. FOR DEVICES TO BE ENROLLED ON PGM1: Enter
Installer’s Programming and enter reference number
[00140300].
FOR DEVICES TO BE ENROLLED ON PGM2: Enter
Installer’s Programming and enter reference number
[00140400].
2. Enter the 5-digit serial number on the detector to be enrolled.
3. If the correct serial number was entered, the panel will allow
you to select the zone that the addressable detector will be
assigned to. Any zone from zone 001 to 128 on the PC4020 can
be used as an AML zone. If the detector is not connected to the
PGM terminal, the zone will not be enrolled. Do not use zones
designated for Access Control.
Repeat from Step 2 until all AML devices have been enrolled.
If the zone serial number is already programmed into the panel,
the panel will display the message ’Already Enrolled’ on the top
line of the LCD and the serial number on the bottom line of the
LCD for three seconds. The panel will then display the zone
assignment for the device. This allows for the reassignment of an
existing zone or to verify programming.
NOTE: Only the AMS-220/220T devices may be defined as fire
zones. Do not program other AML devices as fire zones.
AML Key
Ref #: [001401]
IMPORTANT NOTE: To ensure system security, the AML Key
must be programmed when using AML devices.
The AML Key is a 2-digit code that acts as a security lock for the
AML detectors. Once you have enrolled all AML zones, you must
change the AML Key from [00] to another 2-digit number (01-
FF). When the AML Key is changed, the panel broadcasts the
new code to each addressable device. Any device added to the
system with a AML Key other than the one programmed or the
default [00] will not function.
When an addressable device is deleted, the panel reprograms the
device’s AML Key to 00. This allows the device to be re-enrolled
on another system.
Moving AML Devices
To another zone on the same loop
1. FOR DEVICES TO BE MOVED ON PGM1: Enter
Installer’s Programming and enter reference number
[00140300].
FOR DEVICES TO BE MOVED ON PGM2: Enter
Installer’s Programming and enter reference number
[00140400].
2. Enter the device’s 5-digit serial number. The keypad display
will read ’Already Enrolled [serial number]’ to indicate that
the device has already been enrolled.
3. After three seconds, the display will indicate the device’s
zone assignment. Enter the new zone number. Any zone from
zone 001 to 128 on the PC4020 can be used as a AML zone.
4. The zone definition and attributes must also be programmed
for the new zone.
To another zone on a different loop
When moving devices to another loop, they must be deleted from
the first loop by following the instructions in ’Removing AML
Devices’ (see below). The device’s serial number can then be re-
entered on the other loop as indicated in ’To Enroll an AML
Device’ (see above).
Removing AML Devices
Ref #: [00140301] for PGM1
Ref #: [00140401] for PGM2
When removing AML devices, they must be deleted from the
loop. If the device is not deleted, its AML Key will not be reset to
[00].
To remove an AML device from the system, perform the follow-
ing:
1. For devices to be deleted from PGM1: Enter Installer’s Pro-
gramming and enter ref# [00140301].
For devices to be deleted from PGM2: Enter Installer’s Pro-
gramming and enter ref# [00140401].
2. The display will read ’Serial# [ ]’ on the top line of the dis-
play and the zone label on the bottom line of the display. Use
the [<][>] keys to scroll to the zone to be deleted then press
[*]. The bottom line of the display will then read ’Zone
Deleted’.
3. To delete all AML devices from the selected PGM output,
select Default AML. The panel will display ’Confirm Default
Press [*]’. To delete all AML devices on the selected PGM,
press [*].

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Section 5: Partitions and Zones
5.1 Zone Supervision
Ref # [000204] ’Zone Supervision’
The control panel must be instructed to supervise either No End
of Line, Single EOL or Double EOL zone loops. These three
options are described in Section 2.5 ’Zone Wiring’.
To program this option, perform the following:
1. Enter installer’s programming by pressing [*] [8] [Installer’s
Code].
2. Enter reference number [000204] and press [*].
3. Scroll through the three supervision types. Press [*] to select
the supervision type you require.
5.2 Creating Partitions
Once all system wiring has been completed and you have enrolled
your keypads and modules, you can begin programming partitions.
This will include indicating the number of partitions and program-
ming the available options for each. Partitions must be pro-
grammed individually.
NOTE: If you do not wish to use partitions, you must assign all zones
which will be used to Partition 1 (see 5.3 ”Adding Zones to Parti-
tions’).
There are five basic programming items for each partition:
1. Programming the partition account number.
2. Programming the partition toggle options.
3. Programming the partition times (entry and exit delay times,
etc.).
4. Adding zones to the partition and defining each zone (zone
label, zone type and attributes).
5. Programming the partition label.
Partition Account Number
Ref #: [0100XX00] where XX = partition number
Enter a 4 or 6-digit partition account number. Partitions can all
report using the same account number, or each can be programmed
differently depending on your application. Enter the four or six dig-
its and record them into your Programming Worksheets. Once you
have entered all the digits, the display will return to the ’Partition
Acct #’ prompt.
Partition Toggle Options
Ref #: [0100XX01] where XX = partition number
There are numerous partition options which can be either enabled
(select ’Y’ for yes) or disabled (select ’N’ for no). Pressing [*]
will toggle between the yes and no options.
The following partition toggle options generally pertain to the
operation of the keypads, the entry and exit delay options and the
end user feature accessibility for the selected partition. These fea-
tures are explained in detail in other sections of the manual.
Below is a list of the available options followed by their default.
Each option is described later in this manual in the specified sec-
tions.
[F] Enabled (Y)............................... see section 6.5 on page 20
[A] Enabled (Y) .............................. see section 6.5 on page 20
[P] Enabled (Y)............................... see section 6.5 on page 20
Display Clock (Y)........................... see section 6.1 on page 19
Clock Armed (N) ............................ see section 6.1 on page 19
Disp Exit Time (Y) .........................see section 6.1 on page 19
Bypas Req Code (Y)....................... see section 7.9 on page 26
AutoArm/Disarm (Y)...................... see section 8.2 on page 28
Autoarm Req Code (N)................... see section 8.2 on page 28
Autoarm Squawk (N)...................... see section 8.2 on page 28
Bell Squawk (N) ............................. see section 8.1 on page 28
Keypad Lockout? (N) ..................... see section 6.6 on page 20
Cmd. OutX Req Cd (N) .................. see section 7.9 on page 26
[*][6] Any Cd (N) .......................... see section 7.9 on page 26
Exit Delay Aud (N) ........................ see section 9.2 on page 30
Exit Delay Sqk. (N)........................ see section 9.2 on page 30
Aud. Exit Fault (N)......................... see section 8.1 on page 28
Entry Urgency (N).......................... see section 9.2 on page 30
Entry Squawk (N)........................... see section 9.2 on page 30
Exit Del. Term (N) ......................... see section 9.2 on page 30
System Alarms (N)......................... see section 6.1 on page 19
System Status (N)........................... see section 6.1 on page 19
Sen. Rst. Cmd#2 (Y) .....................see section 11.3 on page 34
Spcl Alm Entry (Y) ........................ see section 9.2 on page 30
Exit Tbl Beep (N) .......................... see section 9.2 on page 30
Dual Usr Dis (N) ............................ see section 8.5 on page 29
No-Act Grp Byp (N) ...................... see section 5.5 on page 17
Partition Times
Ref #: [0100XX02] where XX = partition number
There are 11 different partition times to be programmed. See the
corresponding section for further information regarding each
timer:
• Entry Delay – section 9.1 ”Entry and Exit Delay Times’
• Exit Delay – section 9.1 ”Entry and Exit Delay Times’
• Auxiliary Entry Delay – section 9.1 ”Entry and Exit Delay
Times’
• Auxiliary Exit Delay – section 9.1 ”Entry and Exit Delay
Times’
• Delinquency – a Closing Delinquency reporting code will be
sent if the partition is not armed for the number of days pro-
grammed in this section.
• Autoarm Pre-alert – section 8.2 ”Automatic Arming’
• Quick Bypass Duration - ”24Hr Quick Bypass (24)’
• Quick Bypass Pre-alert - ”24Hr Quick Bypass (24)’
• Close Time Time Duration - see Section 8.3
• Disarm Delay Timer - see Section 8.4
• Group Bypass Duration - see Section 5.5
Three digits are required for each entry.
Zone Assignment
Ref #: [0100XX03] where XX = partition number
This procedure is outlined in Section 5.3 ’Adding Zones to Parti-
tions’.
Partition Labels
Ref #: [0100XX04] where XX = partition number
Program partition labels in this section. All system display labels
are programmed in a similar fashion. For instructions on program-
ming labels, see 5.4 ”Zone Programming’.
Deleting Partitions
Ref #: [0101]
Scroll to the partition to be deleted, then press [*]. When a parti-
tion is deleted, the programming assigned to it will not be erased.
If the partition is re-enabled, the programming that was entered
will still be there.
NOTE: When a partition is deleted, the zones assigned to it are
removed from the Zone Assignment.
Copying Partitions
Ref #: [0102]
Enter this section to copy the programming from one partition to
another one. The programming that will be copied includes the
Customer ID Code, Partition Toggles, Partition Times, Access
Code Levels and Command Output Labels. The zone assignment
will not be copied. To copy a partition:

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1. The panel will prompt ’From Which Partition’. Scroll to the
partition you want to copy programming from. Press [*].
2. The panel will prompt ’To Which Partition’. Scroll to the parti-
tion you want to copy programming to. Press [*].
Both partitions now have the same programming.
5.3 Adding Zones to Partitions
Add New Zone
Ref #: [0100XX0300] where XX = partition number
Zones must be assigned to partitions in order for them to operate.
By default, the first 16 zones on the control panel are assigned to
Partition 1. When you select this menu item, the panel will display
the first zone not assigned to the partition. Use the arrow keys
(<>) to scroll through the zones not assigned to the partition.
When the zone to be added is displayed, press the [*] key to select
it.
Once you have selected the zone to add, there are three items to be
programmed:
1. Zone Label: this 14-character label will appear on the LCD
display of the keypad.
2. Zone Type: this determines how the zone will operate.
3. Zone Attributes: these attributes are toggled on and off and
affect how the zone will function.
For instructions on programming these items, see 5.4 ”Zone Pro-
gramming’.
Press [#] once you have finished programming a zone. The key-
pad will display the next available zone to be added.
Global Zones
If a given zone is added to more than one partition, it becomes a
global zone. A global zone differs from single partition zones in
the following ways:
• A global zone will not be armed until all partitions to which
the zone is assigned are armed.
• A global Delay type zone will follow the longest programmed
delay time of the partitions it is assigned to.
• A global Stay/Away type zone will not be activated until all
partitions the zone is assigned to are armed in the Away
mode, or the interior has been activated by pressing [*] [1].
• When a global zone is manually bypassed, as soon as any par-
tition the zone is assigned to is disarmed, the zone will no lon-
ger be bypassed.
Edit Zone
Ref #: [0100XX0301] where XX = partition number
When you select this menu item, the panel will display the first
zone assigned to the partition. Use the arrow keys (<>) to scroll
through the zones assigned to the partition. When the zone to be
edited is displayed, press the [*] key to select it.
Adding and editing zones follow the same menu system. All
options for editing a zone are described in Section 5.4 ’Zone Pro-
gramming’.
Delete Zone
Ref #: [0100XX0302] where XX = partition number
When you select this menu item, the panel will display the first
zone assigned to the partition. Use the arrow keys (<>) to scroll
through the zones assigned to the partition. When the zone to be
deleted is displayed, press the [*] key to delete it. Press the [#] key
to exit once all zones not required for the partition have been
deleted.
5.4 Zone Programming
Ref #: [0100XX0301YYY] where XX = partition number and
YYY = zone number
Once a zone has been added to a partition, you must program the
following:
• zone label
• zone type
• zone attributes
To program the zone, enter the reference number indicated above.
Press [*] to select the zone. The three programming items are
accessible from the zone programming menu.
Zone Labels
When the zone label programming option is selected, the panel
will display the presently programmed label (default ’Zone
XXX’). Follow the instructions below to program the label.
Programming System Labels
A cursor will appear under the first letter of the default label.
Move the cursor to left or right by pressing the arrow (< >) keys.
The letters of the alphabet have been divided up among the num-
ber keys 1 to 9 on the keypad as follows:
[1] = A, B, C, 1 [2] = D, E, F, 2 [3] = G, H, I, 3[4]
= J, K, L, 4 [5] = M, N, O, 5 [6] = P, Q, R, 6
[7] = S, T, U, 7 [8] = V, W, X, 8 [9] = Y, Z, 9, 0
[0] = Space
For example, if you press the [4] key once, the letter ’J’ will
appear above the cursor on the display. Press the [4] key again, the
next letter ’K’ will appear, and so on. If a different number key is
pressed, the cursor will automatically move to the right one space.
To erase a character, use the arrow keys to move the cursor under
the character, then press the [0] key.
There are other options when programming labels. Press the [*]
key to call up the options menu. Scroll through the options using
the arrow (< >) keys, then press the [*] key to select.
[0] Clear Display will clear the entire label.
[1] Clear to End will clear the display from the character above
the cursor to the end of the display.
[2] Change Case will toggle between uppercase and lowercase
letters.
[3] ASCII Entry is for entering uncommon characters. Use the
arrow (< >) keys to toggle through the characters or enter a 3-
digit number from 032 to 255. Press the [*] key to enter the
character. See Appendix D at the back of this manual for a list
of the available ASCII characters.
[4] Cancel and Exit will exit zone label programming. No
changes will be saved.
[5] Save will save any changes and exit zone label programming.
Zone Types
The following is a description of each zone type:
Standard Delay (00)
Standard Delay zones have an entry and exit delay. The exit delay
will begin as soon as arming is initiated. The delay zone may be
opened and closed during the delay time without causing an
alarm. After the exit delay time has expired, the zone is armed.
Opening the zone will start the entry delay. If the panel is dis-
armed before the entry time expires, no alarm will be generated.
Auxiliary Delay (01)
The Auxiliary Delay zone operates the same way as the Delay
zone, except different entry and exit delay times can be pro-
grammed: Auxiliary Entry and Auxiliary Exit Delay. Having a
second delay zone provides greater flexibility for areas which
require more time to arm and disarm the system.
Instant (02)
An Instant zone will be armed when the exit delay expires. Violat-
ing this zone when armed will cause an instant alarm.
Interior (03)
An Interior zone will be armed when the exit delay expires. If a
Delay zone is violated first, this zone will wait for the Delay time
before going into alarm. If this zone is violated first, it will create
an instant alarm.
Interior Delay (04)
When the partition is armed in the Away mode (interior zones
active), this zone will operate as an Interior zone. When the parti-

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tion is armed in the Stay mode (interior zones bypassed), this zone
will operate as a delay zone.
Interior Stay/Away (05)
This zone acts as an interior zone. The zone will be automatically
bypassed if no delay zone on the partition is violated during the
exit delay or if the partition is armed in the Stay mode.
Delay Stay/Away (06)
This zone will operate the same as the Delay zone with one
exception: this zone will be automatically bypassed if the partition
is armed in the Stay mode.
Standard Fire (07)
When a Standard Fire zone goes into alarm, the panel will activate
all fire outputs and will immediately transmit a reporting code to
the central station, if programmed. The fire output can be pro-
grammed to pulse—two seconds on, two seconds off—or to fol-
low one of the other fire bell patterns (see 11.3 ”Programmable
Output Options’, options 49-53). If an open condition is present,
the panel will immediately display and communicate a trouble
condition. All keypads will annunciate the trouble by activating
the Trouble light and beeping twice every ten seconds. The key-
pads can be silenced by pressing any key.
NOTE: Fire zones always require single EOL resistors regardless of
any other programming. Never program a fire zone as silent. Refer to
the wiring diagram or Section 2.9 ’Zone Wiring’ for fire zone configu-
ration.
Delayed Fire (08)
This fire zone works the same way as a Standard Fire zone except
that the alarm memory and communication are delayed by 30 sec-
onds. The fire outputs are activated immediately. The alarm can
be acknowledged by the user by pressing any key before the 30-
second delay expires.
If the alarm is acknowledged, the panel will silence the alarm and
delay communication of the signal for 90 seconds to allow the
user a chance to correct the problem. If the Delayed Fire zone is
still in alarm 90 seconds later, the panel will again activate the fire
output and delay communication for 30 seconds, at which point
the user can acknowledge the alarm again.
If the alarm is not acknowledged, the panel will latch the alarm
after the 30-second delay and will communicate to the central sta-
tion.
NOTE: Fire zones always require single EOL resistors regardless of
any other programming. Never program a fire zone as silent. Refer to
the wiring diagram or Section 2.9 ’Zone Wiring’ for fire zone configu-
ration.
Auto Verifying Fire (09)
Auto verify Fire zones operate similar to Standard Fire zones.
When the zone goes into alarm, the panel will perform a sensor
reset for 20 seconds and then will wait 10 seconds for the detec-
tors to clear. If the same zone goes into alarm within 60 seconds,
the panel will immediately activate the fire outputs and will com-
municate to the central station, if programmed.
NOTE: In order for this zone to operate, the smoke detector power
supply must be connected to an output programmed as Command
Output #2.
NOTE: Fire zones always require single EOL resistors regardless of
the programmed zone supervision. Never program a fire zone as
silent. Refer to the wiring diagram or Section 2.9 ’Zone Wiring’ for
fire zone configuration.
Waterflow (10)
When an alarm occurs, the fire outputs will activate. If pro-
grammed, the panel will immediately send a Waterflow Alarm
reporting code to the central station. The Waterflow zone will also
follow the Waterflow delay, if programmed (see 10.9 ”Transmis-
sion Delay’).
NOTE: Waterflow zones always require single EOL resistors
regardless of any other programming. Refer to the wiring diagram
or Section 2.9 ’Zone Wiring’ for zone configuration.
Fire Supervisory (11)
A Fire Supervisory zone monitors fire critical systems to indicate
when those systems are in a condition that could prevent normal
operation. This zone will indicate an ’Off-Normal Supervisory’
condition when a short circuit is detected. When the zone is open,
a zone trouble will be indicated and the keypad will beep. This
zone will not activate the verbal alarm feature on the PC4936.
24 Hour Zones (Types 12-23)
These zones are always active. When violated, they will create an
alarm, whether the partition is armed or disarmed.
For Types 16-21: When violated, the panel will immediately
latch the bell outputs and will communicate to the central station.
Each zone has a different SIA identifier.
•24 Hr Bell (12): This zone, when violated, will activate the
burglary outputs. This zone will not activate the verbal alarm
feature on the PC4936.
•24 Hr Bell/Buzzer (13): This zone, when violated, will create
an alarm whether the partition is armed or disarmed. How-
ever, if the panel is armed, it will activate the burglary out-
puts; if disarmed it will activate the keypad buzzer. When the
partition is disarmed, this zone will not activate the verbal
alarm feature on the PC4936.
•24 Hr Buzzer (14): This zone, when violated, will activate
the keypad buzzer.
•24 Hr Technical (15): This zone is silent.
•24 Hr Gas (16): This zone is audible.
•24 Hr Heat (17): This zone is pulsed audible.
•24 Hr Medical (18): This zone is silent.
•24 Hr Emergency (19): This zone is audible.
•24 Hr Water (20): This zone is audible.
•24 Hr Freeze (21): This zone is audible.
•24 Hr Holdup (22): This zone is silent. It does not activate
Burglary outputs or the Latched Strobe output.
•24 Hr Panic (23): This zone is silent. It does not activate Bur-
glary outputs or the Latched Strobe output.
24Hr Quick Bypass (24)
Quick Bypass zones are armed at all times. Users can temporarily
bypass all Quick Bypass zones on a partition by either pressing
the Quick Bypass function key, or entering [*][6][access
code][14].
NOTE: It is recommended that the Quick Bypass function key be
used.
When a user enters the Quick Bypass command, the zone will be
bypassed for the amount of time that was programmed in the
Quick Bypass Duration section.
If the zone is open when the Quick Bypass Duration timer
expires, the panel will begin the Quick Bypass Pre-alert. During
the pre-alert, the buzzers of all the keypads on the partition will
sound.
Users can silence the pre-alert and start the Quick Bypass Dura-
tion timer by either entering the Quick Bypass command, or a
valid access code.
The zone will be restored at the end of the Quick Bypass Pre-alert
time, if it has been closed. If the zone is still open when the pre-
alert time expires, the zone will go into alarm. The panel will log
the alarm to the event buffer and will transmit the alarm (if pro-
grammed), but the alarm will not be recorded in alarm memory
([*][3] command).
If another Quick Bypass zone is violated during the pre-alert
sequence, both zones will go into alarm at the end of the pre-alert
period.