INSTALLATION MANUAL - Smarthome

Section 4 - PC Programming and Automation Capabilities
4.1 ELK-RP Software
ELK-RP (RP) is a Windows based software package that is compatible with Windows 98
and later. It features an extremely intuitive user interface and contains all data in a central
database. RP can be run on a single PC or over a local area network (LAN) with multiple
operators. In addition to the traditional security programming features, RP allows you to
create and manage the automation functionality in the control. The following information is a brief overview including
illustrations of the various screens. Please refer to RP’s on-line help file for specific operation details.
4.1.1 RP Connection Methods
There are 3 methods for the RP software to connect with the control. Regardless of the method, the control’s serial number
and RP access code MUST match in order for the connection to be successful. The connection methods are:
1. Direct using Com_ (PC Com port) - Requires a 9 pin
serial cable from the PC’s RS-232 Com port to the
M1’s on-board 9 pin serial port. Data transfer is
115,200 baud. NOTE: If your computer only has a
USB port, an approved converter (USB to RS-232) is
available from ELK (ELK-USB232).
2. Dial-up using Modem and phone line - RP is
compatible with virtually all computer modems, even
56k modems. This is due to the M1’s built-in V.22 bis “True” modem, which handles data transfer at 2,400 baud. The 6
dial-up options are:
Fully Automatic - RP dials the control phone number and listens for the control to answer on it’s “rings until answer” setting.
If an answering machine answers, RP will transmit codes to override it automatically.
Prompt when answer - RP dials and listens for the control to answer. It waits for a manual OK before connecting.
Dial, hang up, dial again - This is faster than waiting on the control’s “rings until answer” setting. It is also useful for
reaching premises that have telephone company answer/forward services. The control must be enabled for this option.
After dialing, RP leaves the PC speaker on, and prompts you to click “Hang-up” after you hear two rings. It then forces a
time delay before allowing you to click OK to start the second dial. As long as the control properly detects the first two
rings and subsequent hang-up, it will wait up to 45 seconds for a second call and answer that call on the first ring.
Customer will force answer - Similar to method 1 except the User must enter keypad menu 8, option 5, item 1 to force the
control to answer. This is necessary if the “rings until answer” or “dial/hang-up/dial” options are not programmed.
Telephone connection already established - If a voice connection is already established using the control’s phone line and
the PC’s phone line, this method can be used to take over the connection and initiate an immediate connection.
Local connection via house telephone line - Convenient way to connect locally from virtually any house phone jack that is on
the same phone line as the one attached to the control. Connect the PC modem to the phone wall jack, click on Local
Connection, and RP will pick up the line and enter the access codes required to connect with the control.
3. Network - With an optional ELK-M1XEP Ethernet Port module you can connect over a Local or Wide Area Network. (Contact
ELK for details)
NOTE: UL requires that a Technician be On-Site when doing Remote Programming.
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