Pima SAT-9 Installation guide

SAT-9
Phone line to transmitter
Communicator
TD-900
Standalone SAT-9 Solution
Installation and
Programming Guide

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................... 3
1.1. The SAT-9.................................................................................................... 3
1.2. The TD-900.................................................................................................. 3
1.3. The SAT-9 main features............................................................................... 4
1.4. Benefits ....................................................................................................... 4
1.5. Technical specifications................................................................................. 5
2. Instalation......................................................................................................... 5
2.1. Safety & Mounting guidelines ........................................................................ 5
3. Programming..................................................................................................... 7
3.1. Connecting the SAT-9 ................................................................................... 7
3.2. Connecting the transmitter............................................................................ 8
3.3. The SAT-9 parameters in the COMAX............................................................. 8
3.3.1. Accounts & formats table ......................................................................................9
3.3.2. PSTN & PGM parameters .......................................................................................9
3.3.3. Transmission properties ...................................................................................... 10
3.3.4. ACKs .................................................................................................................10
3.4. Report codes tabs....................................................................................... 10
3.4.1. The SAT-9 as the primary communicator ..............................................................11
3.5. The transmitter parameters in the COMAX ................................................... 11
4. Maintenance.................................................................................................... 12

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1. INTRODUCTION
Dear Installer/Technician
This guide will introduce you with the SAT-9 communicator - its installation and
programming. Please read it in its entireness before installing and programming the SAT-9
and the TD-900. If you have any question, contact your local PIMA distributer, or PIMA
support team directly. See contact details at the end of this guide.
1.1. The SAT-9
The SAT-9 is a phone line to radio adapter and
communicator. It is made of the SAT-9 card and
the TRV-100 or TRU-100 Long-range transmitter.
The SAT-9 can be connected to any control panel
and it enables the panel to transmit reports to a
Central Monitoring Station (CMS) via the Radio.
Both transmitters support two frequencies and a
variety of protocols.
The SAT-9 has a built-in encoder and it
performs periodic auto-tests and telephone
line checks.
The parameters of the SAT-9 and the transmitter’
frequencies as well as different transmission
parameters are programmed by the COMAX
Upload/Download PC/ laptop application.
Figure 1. The SAT-9
1.2. The TD-900
For better performance, it is advised to install the SAT-9 within a closed metal box. PIMA
offers such a solution - the TD-900 (see the next figure); The TD-900 is a complete
standalone solution for the SAT-9.
The TD-900 includes the SAT-9
assembled in a closed metal box with
the PS-2 Power Supply and a place for
a backup battery (not included), and an
optional tamper switch protection.
The TD-900 can be used with either
a UHF or VHF transmitter. Note that
the UHF and VHF transmitter use
different antenna connectors
Figure 2. The TD-900

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1.3. The SAT-9 main features
Two operating modes:
As main communicator: All events are transmitted via RF;
As PSTN backup: Events are transmitted in case of a PSTN problem;
Supports variety of protocols:
Input Protocols (from dialer): Contact ID, Pulse, and DTMF;
Output Protocols (RF to CMS): PID, PAF™ / NPAF™, Intrac 2000 and Milcol-D;
Accounts from panel or internal programmed accounts:
If an account number is not programmed, the SAT-9 uses the account number
received from the control panel;
Supports two frequencies: Each frequency can use a different format
Control:
PGM input: Selects if SAT-9 functions as backup or main communication channel;
PSTN monitoring: Performs line check and line interception (with pre-programmed
phone number);
Transmission LED: Turned ON when SAT-9 is transmitting data;
Auto Test Mode: Periodic transmission test as programmed;
Manual Test Mode: Manual transmission test with a TEST button;
1.4. Benefits
Easy installation and maintenance: the SAT-9 is fully programmable in the field
by a laptop with the COMAX application and a DPU adapter. Parameters that
can be programmed:
Which transmitter frequency for which PSTN format;
Radio format;
Account number;
No. of Frames per transmission;
Transmission intervals;
Auto test intervals;
Three ACK protocols and frequencies;
Report codes for all telephone events;
Frequency load balance: the two frequencies of the installed VHF/UHF
transmitter can be fully utilized by the SAT-9.
Watchdog;
Surge and ESD protection.

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1.5. Technical specifications
Environment
Temperature: °C (-10) - (+50)
Humidity: 75%, non-condensed
Operating voltage
9 -14 VDC (12 nominal)
Current consumption
Idle: 15mA
Transmitting: 1.5A
PGM input
Voltage (Open): 12V
Current (Closed): 1mA
Signal Sensitivity: 500mSec
Telephone set output
Voltage (Open): 12V
Resistance: 600 Ohm
Frequency range
VHF Low: 136 - 156MHz
VHF High: 154 - 174MHz
UHF Low: 400 - 435MHz
UHF Mid: 435 - 470MHz
UHF High: 470 - 500MHz
Bandwidth
12.5KHz
Output power
VHF: Up to 5W±1dB at 50load
UHF: Up to 2.5W±1dB at 50load
Frequency stability
2 PPM max
Carrier modulation
FM
Enclosure dimensions
SAT-9: cm 11W x 11H x 6D; Weight : 460 gr.
Transmitter unit: cm 14W x 14.5H x 6D; Weight: 129 gr.
Metal Box (TD-900): cm 23W x 30H x 10D; Weight: 2.64 Kg
2. INSTALATION
2.1. Safety & Mounting guidelines
Disconnect power before installation;
Do not mount the SAT-9/TD-900 close to a metal wall or ceiling;
Make sure to leave enough space for the antenna;
Install the antenna at a distance from the Control Panel’s wiring;
Connect the antenna only after installing the SAT-9/TD-900;
Make sure the antenna is not folded and is vertical;
Follow the next steps to install the SAT-9:
1. Mount the SAT-9 on a designated surface (not further than 10 meters from the Alarm
System) using the four supplied screws (see Figure 3);
2. Connect the antenna to the antenna connector1;
3. Connect the SAT-9 to GND;
4. Connect the SAT-9 to a battery, 4A minimum.
5. Connect the control panel’s TELEPHONE LINE output to the SAT-9 SET input.
1If the RF cover is low or the antenna needs to be installed away from the SAT-9,, an antenna reflector
is available for purchasing from PIMA.

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Figure 3. The SAT-9 diagram
Figure 4. The SAT-9 and transmitter wiring diagram
6. If the SAT-9 is to be used as a backup the PSTN line, connect the line wires to the
LINE terminals.
7. If the SAT-9 is to be used as the primary communicator (i.e., the control panel has
no access to a telephone line), shortcut the PGM input to the GND terminal.
8. If the SAT-9 will be triggered by the control panel, connect the PGM input to a
control panel’s output and connect the alarm system’s (-) to SAT-9’s (-)
To 12V backup battery
Transmitter’s antenna
connector
SET: to the control panel’s
telephone line-in Manual test button
SAT-9 programming
cable connector
+-
JP4
JP3
PGM
LINE
TEST
SAT-9
SET GND + -
Transmitter’s
box screw
LINE: phone line-in
Transmitter’s
box screw
Transmitter’s
box screw
Transmitter’s
box screw Mounting holes
PGM input
Transmitter’s wire
harness
JP4
JP3
PGM
LINE
TEST
SAT-9
SET GND + -
Second frequency
triggering connector
Long range Radio
transmitter

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3. PROGRAMMING
Both the SAT-9 and the TRU/TRV-100 Long range transmitters are programmed by PIMA’s
COMAX PC/laptop application. The application must be obtained from PIMA.
To connect the PC to the SAT-9 and the TRV/TRU-100 transmitter you will need the DPU
adapter (P/N 8420005); the adapter kit includes the necessary cables to connect both
products to the PC/laptop.
Before connecting the SAT-9 and the transmitter to the PC, make sure
the SAT-9’s wiring harness to the control panel is NOT connected.
3.1. Connecting the SAT-9
1. Connect the DPU’s MOLEX/MOLEX harness between the DPU and the SAT-9’s
programming connector. See the next figure.
2. Connect the DPU’s USB/MOLEX cable to a USB port on the PC/laptop.
Figure 5. Connecting SAT-9 to COMAX
3. Run the COMAX application.
4. Select “SAT-9”from the Account/New drop down list2.
5. Set the SAT-9 parameters. See section 10 on page 8.
6. Download the parameters to the SAT-9.
7. Remove the Programming cable from the SAT-9.
8. Connect the SAT-9 to the control panel.
9. Connect the transmitter’s antenna.
10.Test the communication between the SAT-9 and the monitoring station: perform a
manual transmission test by pressing the test button on the SAT-9 PCB. See Figure 2
on page 3.
2Please refer to the COMAX Manual for more information on programming.
JP4
JP3
PGM
LINE
TEST
SAT-9
SET GND + -
COMAX
SAT-9
DPU
Wire harness
USB/MOLEX cable

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3.2. Connecting the transmitter
1. Remove the four fastening screws of the transmitter’s cover and take it off. See
Figure 3 on page 6.
2. Connect the DPU’s MOLEX/MOLEX harness between the DPU and the transmitter’s
‘Program’ connector. Note the sticker on the transmitter for the direction of the
Molex plug. See the next figure.
3. Connect the DPU’s USB/MOLEX cable to a USB port on the PC/laptop.
4. Run the COMAX application.
5. Select “TRANSMITTER”from the Account/New drop down list3
6. Set the designated frequencies. See section 3.5 on page 11.
7. Download the frequencies to the transmitter.
8. Remove the Programming cable from the transmitter.
9. Connect the SAT-9 to the control panel.
10.Connect the transmitter’s antenna.
11.Test the communication between the SAT-9 and the monitoring station: perform a
manual transmission test by pressing the test button on the SAT-9 PCB. See Figure 2
on page 3. If verify fails, check that the Molex connector is connected as drawn on
the transmitter label.
3.3. The SAT-9 parameters in the COMAX
The SAT-9 parameters are displayed under the ‘General’ tab; they’re divided into 4 tables:
Accounts & formats, PSTN & PGM parameters, transmission properties and ACKs. All
parameters are described in the next sections.
3Please refer to the COMAX guide for more information on programming,
COMAX Long range Radio
transmitter
DPU
Wire harness
USB/MOLEX cable

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3.3.1. Accounts & formats table
In this table the Account numbers and transmitter formats of the two (optional)
transmitter frequencies must be entered:
Account No.: the account ID to be used with each one of the two frequencies.
Note that if no account ID is programmed, the SAT-9 only passes the alarm
system’s account ID, however, in such a case it is not possible to perform
manual tests.
transmitter Format: the radio formats for each of the frequencies; the formats
must be entered in PIMA transmitter format pattern (which can be obtained
from the Monitoring Station)
At least one frequency MUST be programmed both for SAT-9 and
the transmitter.
3.3.2. PSTN & PGM parameters
In this table you program the control panel’s parameters when SAT-9 transmits events
via RF:
Check Line: the SAT-9 will intercept the PSTN line if it detects a PSTN failure and
generate a dial tone (for the alarm system).
Check PGM: the SAT-9 will intercept the PSTN line when the PGM input is
triggered. The line is released ONLY after the PGM input returns to normal
PGM Input: set the PGM input contact, Normally Open or Normally Close.
Dialed Number: the SAT-9 will intercept the PSTN line when this number is dialed
by the alarm system.
3.3.2.1. Examples
Check Line:the SAT-9 will either serve as a backup channel to the
PSTN line, or as a main channel where PSTN line is unavailable.
Dial Number:the SAT-9 will intercept and transmit events when
“8888” is dialed by the control panel.
Check PGM:the SAT-9 will intercept and transmit events when the
PGM input is triggered (by the control panel).

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3.3.3. Transmission properties
Frames per Transmission: the number of frames per each transmission.
Transmit No.: the number of re-transmissions per single event.
Transmit Int. (sec): the interval (in seconds) between transmissions.
Auto Test (min): the interval (in minutes) between auto test transmissions; if set
to zero, no auto test transmissions will be executed.
3.3.4. ACKs
The SAT-9 supports up to three different ACKs, which enable it to support up to three
different formats. The first ACK must match the format.
Each cell in the ACK table is has a hidden clickable drop-down list
ACK Frequency: click and select the frequency for each ACK from drop-down list.
The options are: Inactive, LoHi, 1400/2300.
Format: click and select the format from list for each ACK from drop-down list.
The options are: 3X1/3X2/4X1/4X2 DR/CS, CID and Ademco Express.
Signal: click and select the signal type for each ACK from drop-down list. The
options are: DTMF and PULSE.
Transmitter Frequency: click and select which frequency will be used with the
assigned format. The options are: First and Second.
3.4. Report codes tabs
This table, which spreads over four tabs, contains the conversion codes between the
PSTN and radio formats (i.e. which telephone event code is associated with which radio
event code).

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The table has four columns: The first two to the left [“CID Event” and “4(3)x2(1) Events”]
are the PSTN event codes (Contact-ID and 4x2) and the last two are the corresponding
radio event codes (first and second frequencies).
The Contact-ID format supports 444 events and the 4x2 format supports 256 (FF) events.
By default, the RF1 includes the PAF™ event codes and RF2 includes the NPAF™ codes.
To use a different radio format, these values need to be re-programmed.
For example:
‘Alarm Zone 1’in ContactID©will be converted to ‘JD’in PAF and to ‘AA’in NPAF.
‘1F’in 4x2 will be converted to ‘KS’in PAF and to ‘BE’in NPAF.
3.4.1. The SAT-9 as the primary communicator
When the SAT-9 is to be used as primary communicator (i.e., the control panel has no
access to a telephone line):
1. Short the PGM input to the GND;
2. In the COMAX do the following (see next section for programming with COMAX):
a. Check the ‘Check Line’ parameter OR program the alarm system not to check
for dial tone;
b. Check the ‘Check PGM’ parameter;
c. Set the ‘PGM Input’ to N.O.;
3.5. The transmitter parameters in the COMAX
The two parameters of the transmitter in the COMAX are the two frequencies: the First
and the optional Second one.

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4. MAINTENANCE
Follow these steps in order to remove the SAT-9 from TD-900 for maintenance operations
and transmitter programming:
1. Open the TD-900 box and locate the SAT-9 (see Figure 4 on page 6)
2. Disconnect the power cords from the SAT-9
3. Remove the SAT-9 antenna
4. Remove the two screws (B1 & B2) holding the SAT-9 in the box and gently
remove the SAT-9 (see Figure 4 on page 6)
To reassemble the TD-900, simply follow the above steps in reverse order.
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The User understands that a properly installed and maintained equipment may only reduce the risk of events such
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that there will be no death, personal damage and/or damage to property as a result.
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