Paradox MG-RCV3 User manual

Wireless Expansion Module V1.0
Reference & Installation Manual
MG-RCV3
(DGP-848 / DGP-NE96)
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Table of Contents
Introduction ...............................................................................................1
Technical Specifications .................................................................................... 1
System Features ............................................................................................... 2
Installation .................................................................................................2
Location ............................................................................................................. 2
Noise Level Test ................................................................................................ 3
Connections and Mounting ................................................................................ 3
Programming a Wireless Fire Zone with a Spectra System................................. 4
About Programming .................................................................................7
Spectra Programming ....................................................................................... 8
Digiplex Series Programming ............................................................................ 8
Transmitter Programming .......................................................................8
Assign the Transmitters to the MG-RCV3 ......................................................... 9
Delete the Assigned Transmitters ...................................................................... 10
Display Options ......................................................................................11
View a Transmitter’s Unknown Serial Number ................................................ 11
View a Transmitter’s Signal Strength .............................................................. 12
Signal Strength Keypad Beep Tones (Spectra only).......................................... 13
View Transmitter’s Current Battery Life (Digiplex Series only) ........................ 13
View Transmitter’s Previous Battery Life (Digiplex Series only) ...................... 14
Supervision Options ..............................................................................15
Low Battery Supervision .................................................................................. 15
Check-In Supervision ...................................................................................... 16
Check-in Supervision Time Interval.................................................................... 16
Tamper Supervision ........................................................................................ 17
On-Board Module Tamper Supervision Zone Assignment (Spectra only).......... 18
On-Board Module Tamper Supervision (Digiplex Series only)........................... 19
Ignore Wireless Transmitter Tamper Signal .................................................... 19
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Programmable Outputs (PGMs) ........................................................... 20
PGM Connection ..............................................................................................20
PGM Activation ................................................................................................20
PGM Deactivation ............................................................................................20
Remote Control Programming ............................................................. 21
Assign a Remote Control to the Magellan Module ...........................................22
View the Assigned Remote Controls (Digiplex Series only)............................... 23
Delete an Assigned Remote Control.................................................................. 24
Assign a Remote Control to a User .................................................................25
Program the Remote Control Buttons ..............................................................26
Hexadecimal Values and Indicators................................................................... 31
Delete Remote Control Button Programming..................................................... 33
System Reset ......................................................................................... 33
Programming Sections (Spectra) ......................................................... 34
Programming Sections (Digiplex Series) ............................................ 35
List of Tables
Interrelated Spectra Transmitter (Tx) Sections.................................................. 8
Interrelated Digiplex Series Transmitter (Tx) Sections ...................................... 9
Interrelated Spectra Remote Control (RC) Sections........................................ 22
Interrelated Digiplex Series Remote Control (RC) Sections............................ 22
Remote Control Button Programming.............................................................. 28
Remote Control Button Options....................................................................... 30
Spectra Hexadecimal Values & Indicators....................................................... 32
Digiplex Series Hexadecimal Values & Indicators........................................... 32
List of Figures
Mounting............................................................................................................ 5
Connecting Magellan to the Control Panel ........................................................ 6
Remote Control Button Programming Example............................................... 30
Remote Control Button Identification............................................................... 30
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Magellan Wireless Expansion Module 1
1.0 Introduction
This manual details how to connect, program and operate the Magellan wireless
expansion module (MG-RCV3) when used in conjunction with a Spectra or a
Digiplex series (DGP-848 or DGP-NE96) security system.
The MG-RCV3 is available in either a 433MHz or 868MHz version. When connected
to a Spectra system, the MG-RCV3 allows you to add up to eight Magellan wireless
transmitters, and up to eight fully programmable Magellan remote controls. When
connected to a Digiplex series system, the MG-RCV3 allows you to add up to 16
Magellan wireless transmitters, and up to 16 fully programmable Magellan remote
controls.
The MG-RCV3 cannot be connected to the Spectra 1727 and 1759MG
control panels.
1.1 Technical Specifications
• Di-pole antenna
• Error Correction Algorithm
• Compatibility: Spectra 1728 and 1738 control panels
Any Digiplex series control panel
Any Magellan wireless transmitter
• Frequency: 433MHz or 868MHz
• Sensitivity: -120 dBm
• Current consumption: 50 mA
• Dimensions (no antenna): 15cm H x 16cm L x 3cm W
(6in H x 6.5in L x 1.1in W)
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F)
• PGM outputs: 2 on-board PGM outputs:
PGM1 and PGM2 - not used
PGM3 - form C relay output rated at 5A/
28Vdc, N.O./N.C (PGM4 optional)
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Specifications may change without prior notice.
1.2 System Features
• Auto-Panel Recognition
• Add up to 16 wireless transmitters and up to 16 remote controls
• On-board anti-tamper switch
• Full system supervision (check-in, low battery and tamper)
• Transmitter signal strength indicator
• Transmitter battery life display (Digiplex series only)
2.0 Installation
The following sections will detail how to mount and connect the MG-RCV3.
2.1 Location
The locations of the MG-RCV3 and wireless transmitters affect the overall
performance of the wireless system. In order to ensure the best possible signal
reception, the following list of location criteria should be respected whenever
possible:
• Select an installation site that is free of obstacles that reflect and absorb
radio frequency (RF) signals, as well as interference that may distort signals.
Avoid installation near or in the path of strong RF fields (i.e. neon lights,
computers), and on or near metal objects, circuit breaker boxes, air
• Approvals: 433MHz
868MHz
• Range (typical in a
residential environment): Refer to the appropriate transmitter Instructions
Compliant to all EU and EFTA
countries except Greece according
to RTT&E directives.
868MHz version not approved by UL
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conditioners, and heater ducts since they may cause interference and reduce
the module’s sensitivity
• Select a site that is not susceptible to drastic temperature changes
• Mount the MG-RCV3 as central as possible to the proposed placement of the
transmitters
• Mount the MG-RCV3 as high as possible
• Avoid mounting the MG-RCV3 in the basement as the range of the module is
reduced when mounted below ground level. However, if it is absolutely
necessary to mount the module in the basement, mount the module as high
and as close to the underside of the first floor as possible
• Mount the MG-RCV3 on a wall allowing at least 5cm (2in) around the module
to permit adequate ventilation and heat dissipation
Refer to the appropriate Programming Guide for maximum allowable
distances between the control panel and the MG-RCV3.
2.2 Noise Level Test
The MG-RCV3 performs a test on power-up that verifies the noise level in the
surrounding environment. If the environment is too noisy, the module’s RX LED
will illuminate (refer to Figure 2.2 on page 6) and will remain illuminated until
the module is powered up again. In such cases, power down the Magellan
module, change its location, and then power up. Repeat this procedure until
the module’s RX LED no longer illuminates. If all possible mounting locations
have been tested and the environment is still too noisy, be aware that the
wireless system may not function properly. The noise level test should be
performed in conjunction with the signal strength test (refer to section 5.2 on
page 12) to ensure optimal mounting locations for the MG-RCV3 and
transmitters.
When performing the noise level test, ensure that there are no
transmitters that are powered-up.
2.3 Connections and Mounting
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw on the MG-RCV3’s front
cover and then remove the front cover.
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2. Firmly screw the antenna into the connector marked ANT on the
MG-RCV3 (refer to Figure 2.1 on page 5).
3. Remove the printed circuit board (PCB) by applying outward
pressure to the mounting clips (refer to Figure 2.1 on page 5) and
then lifting the PCB.
4. Using a drill or screwdriver, punch out the four mounting holes on
the back cover (refer to Figure 2.1 on page 5).
5. Align the six orientation holes (refer to Figure 2.1 on page 5) of the
PCB with the six pins on the back cover and snap the PCB into
place. If placed correctly, the antenna will lean directly over the
groove in the back cover.
6. Temporarily mount the MG-RCV3 in its proposed location (refer to
section 2.1 on page 2) with masking tape or any other temporary
adhesive.
7. Connect the MG-RCV3 to the control panel's communication bus
(Spectra) or combus (Digiplex series) in a star or daisy chain
configuration (refer to Figure 2.2 on page 6), and then power up.
8. Verify the environment noise surrounding the MG-RCV3 (refer to
section 2.2 on page 3).
9. Temporarily mount the transmitters in their proposed locations (refer
to section 2.1 on page 2) with masking tape or any other temporary
adhesive, insert the batteries and then close the transmitters’
covers.
10. Program the system (refer to section 3.0 on page 7).
Do not cut, bend, or alter the antenna. Ensure that the electrical wires
do not cross over the antenna when connected.
For Spectra systems, do not connect more than one MG-RCV3 to the
control panel. The MG-RCV3 does not function with control panels
that have a built-in wireless receiver, such as the Spectra 1759MG.
2.3.1 Programming a Wireless Fire Zone with a Spectra System
With Spectra systems, fire zones cannot be assigned to expansion
zones. As a result, when installing a wireless smoke detector to be
used with a Spectra system, the corresponding zone must be
programmed as follows:
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1. The zone must be defined as a 24Hr Burglary zone
2. The zone’s alarm type must be set to Audible Alarm (pulsed)
3. The zone’s Auto-Zone Shutdown (zone option [1]) and Bypass
(zone option [2]) features must be disabled.
4. Change the zone’s report code from a burglary report code to a fire
report code. If using Ademco Contact I.D., set the Contact ID
Options from All Codes to Programmable (section [136] option [3] =
OFF) and then enter the report code manually.
Refer to the appropriate Spectra Reference & Installation
Manual and Programming Guide for more information on zone
programming.
Figure 2.1: Mounting
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Figure 2.2: Connecting Magellan to the Control Panel
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