Rosslare SA-505 User manual

SA-505
Supervised Wireless Multi-Layer Repeater
Installation Manual
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1. General Description
The SA-505 is a sophisticated wireless learning and layering repeater
for indoor use.
It extends the range of all Rosslare’s wireless units. It also enables
working around obstacles between wireless devices and panels.
Up to eight SA-505 units can be daisy-chained to each other, enabling
RF signals to be relayed from sensors and remote controls to the panel
over large distances for extended-range applications.
Each SA-505 unit is transparent to the panel, eliminating the need for
extra registration.
The SA-505 increases capacity by learning the device’s ID. This prevents
unknown sensors from retransmitting and thus reduces the number of
needless transmissions.
The SA-505 includes local programming for learning or deleting
sensors and for performing system tests.
It runs on either a 12 to 20 VDC or an 11 to 16 VAC supply. It also has
an internal rechargeable backup lithium-ion battery to run up to 24
hours without main power.
The SA-505 is a fully-supervised end device. It sends its own ID and
status to the hosting panel to monitor activity, tamper, and battery-
level status.
The technically-advanced SA-505 Wireless Multi-Layer Repeater works
in 433.92 MHz and 868.35 MHz. This makes it ideal for residential,
commercial, and institutional security applications.
Figure 1: SA-505
1.1 Features
Single push-button enables easy local programming for registering,
deleting, and testing
RF transceiver with high-performance high-sensitivity receiver and
high-power transmitter
Dual-diversity antenna electronics strengthens the RF signal
reception and transmission performance. This also prevents “dead
spots" and data loss (due to diverse polarization of reflected
signals)
Daisy-chaining it to up to eight repeaters for extra-long-range
installations
Transparent to the panel, eliminating the need for extra
registration
Continuously checks activity, tamper, and battery-level status
Rechargeable backup long-life Lithium-Ion battery – provides up to
24 hours of backup on a single charge
Cover and back-tamper switches:
Detects wall removal or case opening by unauthorized people
Easily enabled or disabled
2. Technical Specifications
2.1 Electrical Characteristics
Input Power 12 to 20 VDC or 11 to 16 VAC 200 mA max.
Backup Power Supply 3.7 V 1,400 mAh Integral Lithium-Ion
rechargeable-type battery. Up to 24 hours of
backup power.
Current Consumption Standby – 30 mA
Transmit – 40 mA
Learn Mode Enrolls up to 15 wireless devices on non-
volatile memory to the repeat list
Chain Capability Up to eight repeaters
Supervision Keep alive battery-level and tamper
monitoring
Tamper Detection On-board cover and wall tamper detection
(both enabled/disabled by jumper)
Indication Bi-color LED for status-registration (delete
and test)
Green LED for RF indication
2.2 RF Characteristics
Transmission Range Up to 200 m in an open field
Transmission Power +10 dBm
Receiving Sensitivity -110 dBm at 2.4 kBaud 58 KHz BW
Operating Frequency 433.92 MHz (G) and 868.35 MHz (H)
2.3 Environmental Characteristics
Operating Temperature -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)
Operating Humidity Up to 95% non-condensing (max.)
2.4 Physical Characteristics
Weight 169 grams (including battery)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 101 x 99 x 35 mm (4 x 3.9 x 1.4 in.)

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3. Installation
3.1 General
Find a location free from obstacles that can block transmission, such as
concrete walls, metal frames, or metal pipes.
Mount the repeater on a flat surface and hang it as high as possible.
3.2 Installing the SA-505
For the following instructions, please refer to Figure 2.
To install the SA-505:
1. Unscrew the four screws from the case’s front cover .
2. Remove the case’s front cover .
3. Unscrew the four screws from the PCB .
4. Remove the PCB from the back of the case and carefully place
it on a clean surface.
5. Hold the case’s back case against where you want to mount
the unit.
6. Mark at least two of the four oval drill holes in the case’s back .
Make sure you can insert the power-supply’s wire into one of the
tunnels without interference.
7. Drill the mounting holes in the locations you marked.
8. Insert the power supply wires through one of the back case’s
tunnels.
9. Line up the case’s back with the holes you just drilled and screw it
to the wall, tightening firmly.
10. Replace the PCB . Make sure the back-tamper switch is above
the tamper-switch’s leg (see Figure 2 – Tamper).
11. Screw the PCB back into place .
12. Connect the two power-supply wires to the terminal block
(polarity is not important).
13. Make sure all jumpers and the DIP switch settings are as required
(see Section 4).
14. Connect the power supply and make all the required registrations
and settings (see Section 4).
15. After adjusting all settings, reattach the case’s front cover on top
of the back cover and screw it back in place . Make sure to
place the LED hole on the front cover over the LED (next to Switch
S3 in Figure 3).
Figure 2: Installing the SA-505
4. Jumper Settings
The SA-505 has three jumpers: JP5, JP6, and JP7 (Figure 3). This section
explains their roles.
Figure 3: Layout of SA-505 Supervised Wireless Multi-Layer Repeater
4.1 Rechargeable Battery Connector (JP6)
Use JP6 to connect or disconnect the rechargeable battery.
Battery Connect –JP6
IN
Battery Disconnect – JP6 OUT
By default, JP6 is set to IN (battery connect) to enable using the
rechargeable backup battery. If you need to shut down the unit (when
moving or storing), you can remove this jumper (OUT). At all other
times, it is recommended to set JP6 to IN.
There is a thermal fuse connected to the rechargeable battery.
If there’s an over current from or to the battery, this fuse cuts
the current until the problem is solved.
Because the fuse is thermal, it does not need to be replaced once it is
activated. After solving the problem, the fuse returns to its normal
state.
4.2 Tamper Setting (JP5, JP7)
The JP5 jumper activates the back tamper switch. The JP7 jumper
activates the front tamper switch.
Tamper Enabled – IN Tamper Disabled – OUT
For security reasons, it is recommended to enable both jumpers to
ensure full tamper detection.

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5. DIP Switch Settings
5.1 Diversity Mode (SW7 and SW8)
The SA-505 has a diversity feature. In Diversity mode, the transceiver
alternates between the two antennas instead of using only one.
This enables peaking at the maximum signal when there are dead
spots in the area due to signal interference. This usually happens in
areas with many obstacles such as buildings.
You can choose between making Diversity mode active or inactive (see
Figure 4).
Diversity – Active; SW8 – ON
Diversity – Inactive; SW8 – OFF
Antenna 1 – ON; SW7 – ON
Antenna 2 – ON; SW7 – OFF
Figure 4: DIP Switch Settings for Diversity
5.2 Antenna’s Performance Check
You can only perform this test after enrolling the repeater to a
panel (see Section 6).
If you are not in Diversity mode, you can check which of the antennas
is strongest. This is done by switching between antennas and
performing the RF test in the panel (see panel manual). For each
transmission, you can view the zone and the RF level it receives.
Even if the RF test shows that one of the antennas is stronger,
this does not necessarily mean it is better for detection;
therefore, it is recommended to use the diversity option.
6. Repeater Configurations
Each repeater can be registered to up to 15 wireless devices (excluding
the KE-30 Wireless Keypad).
Before registering a wireless device to a repeater, you need to:
1. Open the repeater’s case to access the S3 and S1 buttons (see
Figure 4)
2. Open the tamper switch of the unit you want to register or delete.
Refer to Figure 4 to locate the parts of the repeater.
6.1 Registering Units to a Repeater
By default, the repeater registers all wireless devices. This procedure
shows you how to limit registration to a specific group of wireless
devices.
To register wireless devices to a repeater:
1. Press and hold the S3 button until the first (green-colored) mode
LED turns on, and then release it.
2. For each wireless device you want to register, perform a
transmission (refer to each detector’s manual). On success, the
repeater emits two beeps and the Status LED flashes.
3. After registering all wireless devices, press S3 once more and make
sure the mode LED turns off. The repeater is ready for use.
6.2 Deleting a Single Wireless Device from
the Repeater
To delete a single wireless device from the repeater:
1. Press and hold the S3 button until the second (red-colored) mode
LED turns on, and then release it.
2. For each wireless device you want to delete, perform a
transmission (refer to each detector’s manual). On success, you
hear two beeps and the Status LED flashes.
3. After deleting all required wireless devices, press S3 once more
and make sure the mode LED turns off. The repeater is ready for
use.
6.3 Deleting All Wireless Devices from the
Repeater
To delete all wireless devices from the repeater:
1. Press and hold the S3 button until the second (red–colored) mode
LED turns on, and then release it.
2. Press and hold the S1 button. After you hear beeps, release the
button. This resets the repeater and thus deletes ALL the registered
wireless devices.In this state, the repeater is open for all
wireless devices.
3. Press S3 once more and make sure the Mode LED turns off. The
repeater is ready for use.
6.4 Checking Device Status in the Repeater
After registering or deleting wireless devices from the repeater, you
can check each wireless device’s status.
To check the wireless device’s status in the repeater:
1. Press and hold the S3 button until the third (green and red–
colored) Mode LED turns on, and then release the button.
2. For each wireless device you want to check, perform a
transmission. If the repeater beeps and flashes once, it is
registered. If it beeps and flashes twice, it is not.
6.5 Registering the Repeater to the Panel
It is not necessary to register the repeater with the panel for
regular use. This is only needed if you wish to fully monitor the
tamper or battery, or to check if the repeater is still operating.
To register the repeater to the panel:
1. Set the panel to Repeater-Enrolment mode (see panel manual).
2. Press the repeater tamper S1 button and/or S2 button (depending
on the jumper setting). Make sure the mode LED flashes (see panel
manual).
3. Check that the repeater registers in the panel (see panel manual).
Diversity – ON
Ant 1 – ON
Diversity OFF
Ant 2 – ON
Diversity OFF

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6.6 Multi-Stage Repeating Layer
Configuration
The multi-stage repeater layer configuration can be used for long
distance installations.
You can daisy-chain up to eight repeaters, but you have to know the
sequence between them (see Figure 5).
Figure 5: Multi-Stage Layer-Repeating Configuration
SW3-5 is the repeater position in the chain (8 positions maximum). You
can set as many as you want, but follow the setting sequence shown in
Table 1.
Table 1: Setting Sequence
Repeater Location SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6
Level 1 Closest to panel OFF OFF OFF ON
Level 2 OFF OFF ON
ON or
OFF *
Level 3 OFF ON OFF
Level 4 OFF ON ON
Level 5 ON OFF OFF
Level 6 ON OFF ON
Level 7 ON ON OFF
Level 8 Closest to detector ON ON ON OFF
* SW6 sign for the last repeater on the chain (closest to the detector).
Only this one is set to OFF.

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