Programming - Pyronix

Security Grade 3Environmental Grade 2TS50131-3:2003EN50131-1PD6662RINS1372-3PCXiProgrammingPCX 76i, PCX 162i, PCX 280i

CONTENTSCHAPTER 1: ENGINEER MENU STRUCTURE/DEFAULTS ..........................................................4CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM OVERVIEW.................................................................................................82.1 PCX SYSTEM MAPPING .............................................................................................................................. 82.2 DEFAULT CODES........................................................................................................................................ 8CHAPTER 3: THE ENGINEERS MENU ...........................................................................................93.1 ENTERING THE ENGINEERS MENU............................................................................................................... 93.2 EXITING THE ENGINEER MENU .................................................................................................................... 9CHAPTER 4: POWERING UP & KEYPAD OPERATIONS............................................................104.1 DEFAULT CODES...................................................................................................................................... 104.2 INITIAL POWER UP.................................................................................................................................... 104.3 NOTES ON ADDRESSING KEYPADS ............................................................................................................ 104.4 TESTING THE KEYPAD .............................................................................................................................. 104.5 TEXT PROGRAMMING................................................................................................................................114.6 ACCESSING THE ENGINEERS MENU ON ANY KEYPAD................................................................................. 114.7 ARM SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................................... 114.8 FORCE ARM ............................................................................................................................................. 12CHAPTER 5: THE ENGINEER FUNCTIONS .................................................................................135.1 BYPASS FIRE/PA ..................................................................................................................................... 135.2 SOFTWARE REVISION ............................................................................................................................... 135.3 PROGRAM EOL?...................................................................................................................................... 145.3.1 Choose EOL Range ........................................................................................................................ 145.3.2 Choose EOL Mode .......................................................................................................................... 145.3.3 Input Response Time ...................................................................................................................... 145.3.4 Input XDF ........................................................................................................................................ 145.4 INSTALL RIX ............................................................................................................................................ 155.5 PROGRAM INPUTS .................................................................................................................................... 155.5.1 Input Types...................................................................................................................................... 155.5.2 Entry Shock Type (21)..................................................................................................................... 175.5.3 Creating a common area................................................................................................................. 175.5.4 Input Attributes ................................................................................................................................ 175.5.5 Masking Response .......................................................................................................................... 185.5.6 Automatic Inhibit of Inputs ............................................................................................................... 185.5.7 Shunt Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 205.6 INSTALL KEYPADS/READERS .................................................................................................................... 215.6.1 Reader Is: ........................................................................................................................................ 215.6.2 Device Arms .................................................................................................................................... 215.6.3 Device Disarms ............................................................................................................................... 215.6.4 Device In Area ................................................................................................................................. 215.6.5 Sub AREAS ..................................................................................................................................... 235.7 SYSTEM DISPLAYS ................................................................................................................................... 255.7.1 AREA Texts ..................................................................................................................................... 255.7.2 TOP DISPLAY TEXT....................................................................................................................... 255.7.3 Site Name........................................................................................................................................ 255.7.4 Display IF ARMED / Display Alarms / PA’s / inputs ........................................................................ 255.8 PROGRAM TIMERS.................................................................................................................................... 265.9 SET DATE AND TIME ................................................................................................................................. 275.10 EXIT MODES........................................................................................................................................... 275.10.1 Timed............................................................................................................................................. 275.10.2 Final Door ...................................................................................................................................... 275.10.3 Timed/Final.................................................................................................................................... 275.10.4 Push To ARM ................................................................................................................................ 275.11 CHANGE CODES (DURESS/GUARD / MASTER MANAGER) ......................................................................... 285.11.1 Code Types and Numbers. ........................................................................................................... 285.11.2 User Types .................................................................................................................................... 285.11.3 user change codes ........................................................................................................................ 285.11.4 User Arm Options .......................................................................................................................... 285.11.5 AREA ARM CHOICE..................................................................................................................... 295.12 VOLUME CONTROL ................................................................................................................................. 305.12.1 Volume Settings ............................................................................................................................ 30

5.12.2 Code Stops Sound .........................................................................................................................305.12.3 E / E TONES Only..........................................................................................................................305.12.4 Alert Kps Only ................................................................................................................................305.13 ALARM RESPONSE..................................................................................................................................315.13.1 Silent 1 st Alarm ...............................................................................................................................315.13.2 Disable Confirm On Entry ..............................................................................................................315.13.3 Inputs to Confirm After Entry..........................................................................................................315.13.4 Alarm Starts / Stops (Alarm Responses) .......................................................................................315.14 PROGRAM OUTPUTS ...............................................................................................................................325.14.1 PGM Output Types ........................................................................................................................325.14.2 STU / ATE Pin Outputs (Defaults)..................................................................................................345.14.3 PCX-PROX/EXT PGM Output .......................................................................................................355.14.4 The ‘Follow Input’ PGM..................................................................................................................365.15 INTELLIGENT ARM ...................................................................................................................................375.15.1 Intelligent Arm for User Level Arming ............................................................................................375.15.2 Intelligent Arm for Area systems ....................................................................................................375.16 SYSTEM OPTIONS....................................................................................................................................385.16.1 SYSTEM OptionS...........................................................................................................................385.17 ENGINEER RESET OPTIONS .....................................................................................................................395.18 REVIEW LOGS.........................................................................................................................................405.18.1 Log Entries .....................................................................................................................................405.18.2 Code Identification .........................................................................................................................405.18.3 Device Fail Codes. .........................................................................................................................405.19 ENGINEER TESTS ....................................................................................................................................415.19.1 Sounds To Play..............................................................................................................................415.19.2 Walk Test .......................................................................................................................................415.19.3 SOAK TEST ...................................................................................................................................415.19.4 Test Bell .........................................................................................................................................415.19.5 Do Battery Load Test .....................................................................................................................415.19.6 Test PGMs .....................................................................................................................................425.19.7 Test SIA/CID Communications ......................................................................................................425.19.8 Test PHC Communications............................................................................................................425.20 DIAGNOSTICS..........................................................................................................................................445.21 SET UP DOWNLOADING ...........................................................................................................................455.21.1 Download By ..................................................................................................................................455.21.2 Security Mode ................................................................................................................................455.21.3 Telephone Line...............................................................................................................................455.21.4 ARM / Modem Telephone Number ................................................................................................455.22 PROGRAM ARC / SMS? .........................................................................................................................475.22.1 Programming Fast Format .............................................................................................................475.22.2 gprs ................................................................................................................................................475.22.3 Adding a Pause..............................................................................................................................475.22.4 Programming Contact ID, SIA and SMS........................................................................................495.23 PC CONNECT MENU................................................................................................................................545.24 FACTORY DEFAULT .................................................................................................................................54CHAPTER 6: CONTACT INFORMATION...................................................................................... 57

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALCHAPTER 1: ENGINEER MENU STRUCTURE/DEFAULTSMENU Sub-Menu Page:BYPASS FIRE/PA? Bypass Fire/PA [No] Page: 13SOFTWARE REVISION? Page: 13PROGRAM EOL? Choose EOL Range [1K/1K] Page: 14Choose EOL Mode [DEOL] Page: 14Input Response [400ms] Page: 14Input XDF [Normal] Page: 14INSTALL RIX? RIX Address Page: 15RIX Installed [No] Page: 15PROGRAM INPUTS? Input Type [00 Unused] Page: 15Input In Area [A] Page: 15Common Input [No] Page: 15Attributes: Chime [No] Page: 15Allow Bypass [No] Page: 15Double Knock [No] Page: 15Combined Input[No] Page: 15Normally Open [No] Page: 15Walk Test [No] Page: 15Monitor Input [No] Page: 15Special Log [No] Page: 15Paired Input [No] Page: 15Intertia Input [No] Page: 15Confirm Group [00] Page: 15INSTALL KEYPADS/READERS? Device Address [0] Page: 21Device Type [0=Keypad. All others:Unused]Page: 21Device Arms [A] / Device Disarms [A] /Device in Area [A]Page: 21Device Name [Device 1] Page: 21SYSTEM DISPLAYS? Area A Text [Area #] Page: 25Full Area Text [All Areas Armed]Top Display Text [Panel Type] Page: 25Site Name [….] Page: 25Display If Armed [Yes] Page: 25Display Alarms [Yes] Page: 25Display PAs [Yes] Page: 25Display Inputs [Yes] Page: 25PROGRAM TIMERS? Area Entry Time [030] Page: 27Area Exit Time [030] Page: 27Area Bell Time [004] Page: 27Confirm Time [00] Page: 27Bell Delay [00] Page: 27Strobe Time [00] Page: 27Number Re-Arms [9] Page: 27AC Fault Delay [040] Page: 274

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALMENU Sub-Menu Page:Speaker [00] Page: 27Final Exit Delay [005] Page: 27Double Knock [10] Page: 27Pre-Alarm [030] Page: 27Line Fault Delay [060] Page: 27Arm Fail Time [040] Page: 27Guard Code Delay [03] Page: 27Fire Bell Time [99] Page: 27NAT Day Timer [00] Page: 27NAT Hours Timer [00] Page: 27Service timer [000] Page: 27SET DATE & TIME? Year (00-99) Page: 27Month (1-12) Page: 27Day (1-31) Page: 27Hours (0-23) Page: 27Minutes (0-59) Page: 27Summer Time Adj? [No] Page: 27EXIT MODES? Area Exit Mode [Timed] Page: 28CHANGE CODES? 6 Digit Codes? [Yes] Page: 29Change Duress Codes? Page: 29Change Master Manager Code? Page: 30User In Area [All Areas] Page: 30User Arm Options [Disarm/Arm] Page: 30Area Arm Choice [Yes] Page: 30Change Engineer Code? Page: 30VOLUME CONTROL? Area Entry [4] Page: 30Area Exit [4] Page: 30Alarm [7] Page: 30Fire [7] Page: 30Tamper [6] Page: 30Disarmed [6] Page: 30Chime [3] Page: 30Intelligent Arm [3] Page: 30Code Stops Sound [Yes] Page: 30E/E Tones Only [No] Page: 30Alarm Tones Only [Yes] Page: 30ALARM RESPONSE? Silent 1 st Alarm [Never] Page: 31Confirmation on Entry [Yes] Page: 31Inputs to Confrm After Entry[1] Page: 32Area Starts At [Digi] Page: 31Area Stops At [Confirm] Page: 31Fire/Gas/PA Starts At [Digi] Page: 31Fire/Gas/PA Stops At [Digi] Page: 3124 Hour Starts At [Bells Only] Page: 3124 Hour Stops At [Bells Only] Page: 315

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALMENU Sub-Menu Page:PROGRAM OUTPUTS? Endstation PGMs? Page: 35PGM Defaults:PGM1/2: Not UsedPGM4: Strobe. PGM5: BellATE Pins: see page: 34RIX Module PGMs? Page: 35ROX Module PGMs? Page: 35Keypad PGMs? Page: 36Reader PGMs? Page: 36INTELLIGENT ARM? Intelligent [No] Page: 37SYSTEM OPTIONS? Arm With Fault [No] Page: 39Arm With Tamper [No] Page: 39Arm With ATS Fault [No] Page: 39Arm Part Tec/Flt [Yes] Page: 39Arm Fail = Alarm [Yes] Page: 39Do Bat Load Test [No] Page: 39Area Misoperate [No] Page: 39Strobe Confirm [No] Page: 39Bypass on Re-Arm [No] Page: 39One Area System [No] Page: 39Confirmed When [Final arm] Page: 39AutoArm Force [No] Page: 39Tag Only Disarm [No] Page: 39Quick Arm? [No] Page: 39Invert ATE PGMs [No] Page: 39Common Exit Mode [Yes] Page: 39Disarm Choice [Yes] Page: 39PA Key Enable [Bells Only] Page: 39ATE Inputs [None] Page: 39Tag Opens Doors [No] Page: 39Fire Key Enable [Yes] Page: 39ENGINEER RESTORE OPTIONS? Eng Restore Intrder [No] Page: 39Eng Restore PA [No] Page: 39Eng Restore Tamp [No] Page: 39Eng Restore Soak [No] Page: 39Eng Restore Conf [No] Page: 39Eng Restore Faults [No] Page: 39Anti-code Restore [No] Page: 39REVIEW LOGS? Panel Log? Page: 41Access Ctrl Log? Page: 41ENGINEER TESTS? Sounds Demo [No Sound] Page: 42Walk Test? Page: 42Soak Test? Page: 42Test Bell? Page: 43Do Battery Load Test? Page: 43Test PGMs? Page: 43Test SIA/CID Communications? Page: 43DIAGNOSTICS? View PSU? Page: 44View Inputs? Page: 44Calibration? Page: 456

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALMENU Sub-Menu Page:View IP Network Related Data? Page: 45SET UP DOWNLOADING? Download By [None] Page: 46PROGRAM ARC/SMS? Program ARC/SMS? Page: 47Program Digi Channels? Page: 47Program GPRS? Page: 483 Calling Method Page: 48PC CONNECT MENU? Select PC To dial Page: 54Calling Remote PC Page: 54Select Operation Page: 54FACTORY DEFAULT? [ ] Page: 547

2.1 PCX System MappingPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALCHAPTER 2: SYSTEM OVERVIEWLocation / Address PCX 76i PCX 162i PCX 280iControl Panel 1-8 1-8 1-8RIX 0 9-16 9-16 9-16RIX 1 17-24 17-24 17-24RIX 2 25-32 25-32 25-32RIX 3 33-40 33-40 33-40RIX 4 41-48 41-48 41-48RIX 5 49-56 49-56 49-56RIX 6 57-64 57-64 57-64RIX 7 - 65-72 65-72RIX 8 - 73-80 73-80RIX 9 - 81-88 81-88RIX 10 - 89-96 89-96RIX 11 - 97-104 97-104RIX 12 - 105-112 105-112RIX 13 - 113-120 113-120RIX 14 - 121-128 121-128RIX 15 - 129-136 129-136RIX 16 - 137-144 137-144RIX 17 - 145-152 145-152RIX 18 - - 153-160RIX 19 - - 161-168RIX 20 - - 169-176RIX 21 - - 177-184RIX 22 - - 185-192RIX 23 - - 193-200RIX 24 - - 201-208RIX 25 - - 209-216RIX 26 - - 217-224RIX 27 - - 225-232RIX 28 - - 233-240RIX 29 - - 241-248KEYPAD/READER 0 65-66 153-154 249-250KEYPAD/READER 1 67-68 155-156 251-252KEYPAD/READER 2 69-70 157-158 253-254KEYPAD/READER 3 71-72 159-160 255-256KEYPAD/READER 4 73-74 161-162 257-258KEYPAD/READER 5 75-76 - 259-260KEYPAD/READER 6 - - 261-262KEYPAD/READER 7 - - 263-264KEYPAD/READER 8 - - 265-266KEYPAD/READER 9 - - 267-268KEYPAD/READER 10 - - 269-270KEYPAD/READER 11 - - 271-272KEYPAD/READER 12 - - 273-274KEYPAD/READER 13 - - 275-276KEYPAD/READER 14 - - 277-278KEYPAD/READER 15 - - 279-2802.2 Default CodesMaster Manager: 1234 (dKey, then 1234) !Engineer: 9999 (enter 9999, press the x key twice and enter 9999)8

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALCHAPTER 3: THE ENGINEERS MENUIn order to program system configurations from the keypad, you must be in the Engineer Menu. The panelwill enter the Engineering Menu after entering a valid engineer code when the panel is in a disarmed state.Whilst in Engineer Mode all tamper alarms (including case tamper), will be disabled.3.1 Entering The Engineers MenuNOTE: You will not be able to access Engineers Mode if Areas or One Area Systems are armed. Thesystem must be fully disarmed in order to gain access to the Engineer Menu. Access maybe alsodenied if the user has disabled the “Allow Engineer Menu” in the Master Manager Mode‘Authorisation required’ will be shown.‣ Enter the Engineer Code (default 9999).‣ Any active faults will be shown. Pressthexkey.‣ “ARM SYSTEM?” will beARM SYSTEM?Displayed. Press thex key‣ “FORCE ARM? Select 1 st input [01]” will bedisplayedFORCE ARM? Selec1st Input [01]‣ Press thexkey‣ ENTER CODE” will be displayed‣ Enter the Engineers code (default 9999)‣ “BYPASS FIRE/PA?” will be displayed indicatingthat Engineers Mode has been entered.BYPASS FIRE/PA?Once you are in the Engineer Menu, a high pitch tone will be generated regularly to remind you that you arestill in the Engineer Menu.3.2 Exiting The Engineer MenuOn completion of programming, the system can be returned back to normal mode by:METHOD ONE‣ Use the band tkeys to scroll to “EXITENGINEERS MODE”‣ Press the tkey‣ You will be returned to day modeEXIT ENGINEERMODE?METHOD TWO‣ When the display shows any main menu item (i.e.an item shown in capitals) press the a key, youwill be returned to day mode.SOFTWAREREVISION?Please see page: 55, for all fault codes that may appear when exiting the Engineers menu.9

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALCHAPTER 4: POWERING UP & KEYPAD OPERATIONSBefore using the system, all items connected to the RS-485 communications bus must be allocated a uniqueaddress.4.1 Default CodesMaster Manager: 1234 Engineers: 99994.2 Initial Power UpPower up the PCX system on mains only, an alarm will be generated. Proceed to the nearest keypad, whichwill display (from power up):‣ The following will be displayed:Please Wait...After 10 seconds, the display will blank, and thenshow ‘Address’. Enter 00 and then press thetkey(Press the t key for further options just as tagvolume, keypad brightness etc).ADDRESS[--]Press the akey to exit the addressing function,and enter 1234 (default master code) to silence analarms that occur.LANGUAGEEnglish [00]When the display shows: ‘Battery Fault’ and NOTbefore, connect the battery to the panel.Alarm DetectedBattery Fault100In the keypad function there are also other individual options such as: language, the status of the keypadinputs, key-click volume, tag volume, master volume and the tag ID.The tag ID is used to show the identification code for each proximity tag.To enter this keypad function at any time, please follow the instructions below.4.3 Notes on Addressing KeypadsTo address further keypads on the PCX system, press and hold the dkey until “KEYPAD CODE” isdisplayed. Then enter ‘2000’ as the code. This will take you to the screens above. Once this has been doneyou will need to assign the keypad in engineers mode, see ‘Install Keypads/Readers’ on page: 21. Note: Toaddress the readers you must select the relevant switches on the circuit board, see the installation manualfor more information.Any keypad that is not properly assigned will have a blank display until they are addressed.4.4 Testing The KeypadWith the system disarmed, press the bkey for 10 seconds at any keypad. This will cause all the LEDs onthat keypad to illuminate, and the LCD screen to scroll a display testing each pixel. The keypad will revert tonormal display approximately 10 seconds after the key is released.10

4.5 Text ProgrammingPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALThe PCX system incorporates predictive text, so the system will predict what word is being spelt. Forexample, if you enter ‘B’ and press the key and enter ‘e’. Bedroom will be displayed, to accept thispress the t key. If the word that you require doesn’t appear on the LCD display, just type the word asnormal.To type a word, press the relevant key the appropriate number of times – e.g. for the letter ‘k’ press the key twice, or for the letter ‘s’ press the key four times.In addition, the keys are used as follows: = make the character into a capital = move cursor left= clears cursor / adds a space = moves cursor right4.6 Accessing the Engineers Menu on Any KeypadOn the PCX, it is possible to access the Engineer menu on any keypad. For example, if you are in theEngineer menu in keypad address 00, the other keypads will display ‘System Busy’, to access the Engineermenu on any other keypad, press the bkey.4.7 Arm SystemIf you do not have access to a user code, arming the system can be done using the engineer’s code.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:ARM SYSTEM?‣ Enter the Engineer Code (default 9999).‣ “ARM SYSTEM?” will be displayed‣ Press the tkeySelect the areas you would like to arm. Press thetkey. The system then will begin to arm. Todisarm the arear, enter the engineer code, and waita couple of seconds. ‘ARM SYSTEM’ will bedisplayed, press the t. To disarm the areas,press the xkey.ARM SYSTEM?Arm Areas?[ A ]11

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL4.8 Force ArmThe ‘Force Arm’ function allows the Engineer to arm / disarm the system using the Engineer Code, forcing itto arm despite inputs in fault condition. 2 Inputs may be ‘force armed’. This is a useful feature if you need totest a system in a building where people are walking around.NOTE 1: The system will give the correct DigiCom response to the arming, and any resulting alarm.On disarming the system (With the Engineer code or the User code), the system will revert to normal mode.NOTE 2: If the system has been armed by any other code, the Engineer code will not disarm it.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:FORCE ARM?‣ Enter the Engineer Code (default 9999).‣ Any active faults will be displayed, press the xkey.‣ Press the xkey again.‣ ‘FORCED ARM?’ will be displayed‣ Select the first input to be forced armed and pressthe tkey.‣ Select the second input to be forced armed andpress the tkey.Select the areas you would like to arm. Press thexkey. The system then will begin to arm.When the input is triggered (or open and closedagain) the alarm will be activated.Please note the primary areas are A,B,C and D.Arm Areas?[ A ]12

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALCHAPTER 5: THE ENGINEER FUNCTIONSPlease note that any programming done in the Engineers Menu will not be seen by the system until you haveexited and the system has saved its data (please see Page: 9).5.1 Bypass Fire/PAThis function allows you to select if you would like the PCX system to respond to or bypass Fire andPersonal Attack inputs/keypads during the Engineers Menu.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:BYPASS FIRE/PA?Using the band xkeys, scroll to ‘BYPASSFIRE/PA?’.BYPASS FIRE/PA?Press the tkeyThe following will be displayed:Use the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO and press t.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.Bypass Fire/PANo [0]5.2 Software RevisionThis option identifies the software version number, software serial number and product.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:SOFTWARE REVISION?Using the band xkeys, scroll to‘SOFTWARE REVISION?’Press the tkey.The version number will be displayed.SOFTWAREREVISION?Press the tkey.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.13

5.3 Program EOL?5.3.1 CHOOSE EOL RANGEPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALThis programs the panel to operate with different resistor values:1K/1K (1K Alarm: 1K, Tamper: 1K) 4K7/2K2 (Alarm: 4K7, Tamper: 2K2). 6K8/4K7 (Alarm: 6k8, Tamper:4K7). 4K7/2K2 Wide (Alarm: 4K7, Tamper: 2K2).An astericks (*) indicates the single end of line value.5.3.2 CHOOSE EOL MODEThis programs whether the whole alarm panel and any Remote Input Expanders will be used in Singe End ofLine (SEOL) or Double End of Line (DEOL) resistor mode.5.3.3 INPUT RESPONSE TIMEThis selects the time that a input trigger must be present before the whole system responds by generating analarm, and is programmable from 100ms (0.1 seconds) to 3000ms (3 seconds). Note: Settings above 400mSdo not comply with EN50131. If used in a BS4737 installation, setting should be between 300 and 800mS.5.3.4 INPUT XDFDO NOT CHANGE THIS SETTING UNLESS INSTRUCTED TO BY CUSTOMER SUPPORT.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM EOLProgram EOLUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PROGRAMEOL?’. Press the tkeyChoose EOL RangeUse the [ and ] keys to scroll through theoptions: 1K/1K, 4K7/2K2, 4K7/4K7, 4K7/2K2 widePress the tkey when chosen.PROGRAM EOL?Choose EOL Range1K/1K* [0]Choose EOL ModeUse the [ and ] keys to choose between DoubleEOL or Single EOL.Press the tkey when chosen.The Input ResponseUse the [ and ] keys to scroll through thedifferent input response times.Press the tkey when chosen.Choose EOL ModeDouble EOL [1]Input Response400ms [04]Input XDFDo not alter ‘Input XDF. press t14

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.4 Install RIXAny Remote Input Expanders installed on the PCX system must be enabled by the ‘Install RIX’ function.Please see the table on page 8 on how many RIX’s can be installed on the system.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:INSTALL RIX?Install RIXUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘INSTALL RIX?.Press the tkeyINSTALL RIX?RIX AddressPlease select the address for the RIX you areinstalling and press the tkeyRIX Address[00]RIX Installed?Enable/Disable the RIX that you have installed.Use the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO. Press the tkey when chosen.Repeat for additional RIX’s or press the xkey.For information on how to use predictive text, pleasesee page: 11 for more information. Enter the location(for engineer reference only) and press tRIX InstalledNo [0]Enter Location5.5 Program InputsBy default, all inputs are pre-set as ‘unused’ so you will need to program each individual input you require.The input will not be ‘live’ (and hence cannot be walk tested) until you have exited the Engineer Menu(please see Page: 9). Before programming, identify the location of each input from the following tables onpage 8.5.5.1 INPUT TYPESNumber & Type Operation00 Unused Factory default. Input is programmed out of operation.01 Fire02 Gas03PA04 Silent PA05 Tamper06 Instant07 Entry Delay08 FollowActive at all times. Audible Response: Full (differentiated).Communicator: ‘Fire’ signalActive at all times. Audible Response: Full (differentiated)Communicator: ‘Gas’ signalActive at all times. Audible Response: Full (differentiated)Communicator: ‘Personal Attack’ and ‘Input PA’ signalsActive at all times. Audible Response: NoneCommunicator: ‘Personal Attack’ and ‘Input PA’ signalsWhen disarmed: Audible Response: Internal only, Communicator: ‘Tamper’ signalWhen armed: Audible Response: Full (differentiated), Communicator: ‘Tamper’ and‘Unconfirmed’ signalsActive when armed. Audible Response: FullCommunicator: ‘Intruder’ and ‘Unconfirmed’ signalActive when armed – initiates entry timer if system not disarmed before entry timeexpires: Audible Response: Full. Communicator: ‘Intruder’ signalActive when armed, except during entry time. (Acts as an immediate input if an entrydelay input hasn’t been activated beforehand)Audible Response: Full. Communicator: ‘Intruder’ and ‘Unconfirmed’ signal15

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALNumber & Type09 Follow Full Arm10E/Delay FullArm11 Push to Arm12 Switcher13 24 Hour15Sub AreaControl16 Fault17ArmingSupervision18 Shunt19 Disarm Only20KeyswitchLatched21 Entry Shock22 Tel Line Fault23KeyswitchPulsed29 Interior32 Flood39 CCTV40 Perimeter41 Patrol / Keybox42 MedicalOperation(For use with one area systems). When fully armed, it acts as an Follow input asabove, when part armed; it acts as an Entry Delay input.(For use with one area systems). When fully armed, it acts as an Entry Delay input asabove, when part armed; it acts as an Follow input.Active during exit time to complete arming procedure, No audible or communicatorresponse. Note: May be used to act as ‘doorbell’ by use of ‘chime’ attribute.Active at all times. No audible or communicator responseTriggers associated output or switches other equipmentWhen armed: Audible Response: Full. Communicator: ‘Instant’ and ‘Unconfirmed’signals When disarmed: Audible Response: Programmable. Communicator: ‘24hrAlarm’ signalInput is allocated by system software and cannot be reprogrammed to a different type,though relevant attributes may be adjusted.Active when armed or disarmed. Audible Response: Graduated internalTriggers ‘Global Fault 1’ output if the system is armed.Triggers ‘Global Fault 2’ output if the system is armed or disarmed.Active during arming procedure. No audible or communicator responsePrevents system being armed whilst the input is activeActive at all times. No audible or communicator responseAccepts input from keyswitch (or equivalent) to shunt the inputs assigned to it.Associated outputs are available. After 10 seconds the detectors in the shunt list willbe active. See page: 20Active when armed. Accepts input from keyswitch (or equivalent) to disarm the armlevel assigned to it.Accepts input from keyswitch (or equivalent) to arm/disarm the arm modes assigned toit. Arming includes normal exit time, etc. Requires latching switch action.Active when system armed. Works in conjunction with entry delay input type fordetection of forced entry. See page 17 for details.Active when fail. Will give a line fault alarm, and will signal telecom line fault on expiryof line fault timer. Works in conjunction with CCTV inputAccepts input from keyswitch to arm/disarm the arm modes assigned to it. Requiresmomentary action switch to toggle arm/disarm state.This will work the same as an instant type input, the only difference is that when CIDreporting is programmed then any inputs that are programmed as Interior will reportCID event 132.This input type will work as a 24hr input , any inputs that are programmed for Floodwill activate the external siren and will report CID event 113.Active at all times. No audible or communicator responseIf the input line fail is active, the system will signal CID/SIA events for perimeter alarmand the CCTV input will open.This will work the same as an instant type input, the only difference is that when CIDreporting is programmed then any inputs that are programmed as Perimeter will reportCID event 131.This input type will work similar to a switcher input, it does not trigger an alarm but willreport CID event 250 and is also a useful input type when an output is required to tofollow the Keybox type input.This is a 24 Hr type input it will activate the external sounder and report a CID event100.16

5.5.2 ENTRY SHOCK TYPE (21)PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALThis input type is designed specifically for use with systems installed using DD243 option 6.4.5,This input type is always used in conjunction with an entry delay input. The entry delay input is a doorcontact on the initial entry door, and the Entry Shock input is a non-latching shock sensor fitted to the doorframe in the vicinity of the lock.If the initial entry door is subjected to gross attack and forced open, then at the expiry of entry time only onefurther intruder input need to be activated to signal a sequentially confirmed alarm – the Entry Shock inputcounts as the first to alarm.The entry delay door contact must be opened with 10 seconds of the shock detector triggering for the EntryShock response to apply. Triggering the Entry Shock input in isolation will NOT generate an alarm of anykind.5.5.3 CREATING A COMMON AREAIn certain situations, a ‘common’ area may be needed.A common area is a area that only arms if other specific areas are armed. For example, a reception in abuilding will only need to be armed if the offices and warehouse are armed. If the office is armed, but thewarehouse isn’t, then the reception would still need to be inactive so people would be able to leave thepremises. An example of how to set this up is as follows:Office: Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4. Warehouse: Inputs 5, 6 and 7. Reception: Input 8.Therefore what we would need to do in the above situation is program the office in one area (for exampleArea A) and program the warehouse in another area (for example in Area B). We then need to make theReception ‘common’ to these two areas (Areas A and B), so we need to select both areas A and B for thisinput (input 8)After selecting the areas for each input there is an option called “Common Input: Yes/No”. For inputs1,2,3,4,5,6 and 7 we need to make this attribute ‘NO’, as they work independently to the area they areassigned to. For input 8 (The common area), we need to make this attribute as ‘YES’, therefore when areasA and B are both armed, the reception (input 8) will automatically arm as well. In this example, you wouldalso have to select the user codes to both areas A and B (the keypads/readers can be in separate areasthough).5.5.4 INPUT ATTRIBUTESAttributeChimeSingleFollowAllowBypassDoubleKnockCombinedInputNormallyOpenWalk TestMonitorInputSpecialLogResponse ModificationSystem loudspeaker(s) will ‘chime’ when a input triggered whilst the alarm panel is disarmed.Note: The chime can be turned on or off in day mode by pressing ‘c’System chimes once when the input is triggered.System chimes until the input is cleared.Applicable to Immediate, Entry Delay and Follow input typesEnables the input to be manually bypassed during the arming procedure.The PCX will only generate an alarm if this input is triggered twice within a pre-set period, orif the input remains in fault condition for that period.The PCX will only generate an alarm if this input, and another input (same type) with anadjacent number, are in fault condition at the same time. Either input in fault condition willprevent the system from arming.Enables the system to respond correctly when detectors of ‘normally open’ configuration arewired to the system. Alternatively converts input types which default to ‘normally open’ (e.g.PTS) to operate with normally closed devices.Enables the input to be applied to any walk tests on the system.Enables an input to generate an alarm if the input does not see any activity for a periodspecified by the NAT (Non Activity Time) timer.Forces a log entry when the input is opened or closed, even when an alarm does not result.May be selected to apply when a system is armed, when disarmed, or always.17

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALPairedInputInertiaInputGrossAttackConfirmGroupPulseCountDO NOT USE THIS OPTION (Used for iD systems only)By selecting this function as Yes, the input will act as an inertia input and the Gross andPulses of the input may be selected. Please note that inertia inputs will not work on a EntryDelay or Follow input type.This is a sensitivity setting of the amount of gross force the input can take before activation.The higher the gross (e.g. 99) the more force need for an activation, the less the gross (e.g.04), the less force needed for an activation. (Min=04, Max=99)This is a sensitivity setting of the amount of ‘pulses’ the panel needs to detect beforeactivating. For example if 5 pulses were chosen, then someone who is tapping a window forexample would need to tap the window 5 times in order for the input to activateIf one or more inputs are selected within the same confirm group, all confirmed signals will bedisabled. If confirm group is selected as ‘00’ the inputs are not part of any group. If inputs areallocated to group 99 they will generate an alarm that results in an intruder (unconfirmed)signal to an ARC. They will not under any circumstances generate a confirmed signal,regardless of which group the input that triggered the ‘unconfirmed’ alarm is allocated to.Any input may be programmed with any combination of these attributes, except where stated.5.5.5 MASKING RESPONSEWhen disarmed, a masking event will generate an audible ‘alert’ that requires response. There will be NOsignal transmitted to the ARC. When armed, a masking event will generate a normal ‘intrusion’ responseincluding ‘intruder’ or ‘unconfirmed’ output, but will NOT result in a confirmed alarm if paired with a normalactivation of the same detector. This harmonises with the requirement of EN50131-1 cause 8.4.5 and theinsurer’s preference expressed in BSIA Form 171.5.5.6 AUTOMATIC BYPASS OF INPUTSInputs may be automatically bypassed at the time of reinstatement at the end of confirmation time. Thenumber of times that this takes place is controlled by the ‘Re-Arm Number’ in Program Timers.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM INPUTS?Program InputsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PROGRAMINPUTS?’ Press the tkeyInputSelect the input number you wish to program andpress the tkey.Input TypeSelect the input type (See the ‘input types’ table –Page: 15) by using either the numeric code or use the[ and ] keys to scroll through them.Press the tkey on when chosen.Input in AreaEnter the areas you would like the input to operate in(At default the system is a multiple area system, tochange this please refer to Site Options “One AreaSystem”, see page: 39).NOTE: The primary areas are A, B, C and DPROGRAM INPUTS?Input [01]Input 01Input Type [07]Entry DelayInputs In Area[ A ]Press the tkey.18

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALFor area arming systems only:(Please see common area, page: 17)Use the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO. Press the tkeyCommon InputNo [0]Input AttributesPress the t key to select any attributes for the input(for details on each attribute see page: 17)ChimeUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options. Press the tkeyChimeNo [0]Allow BypassUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options. Press the tkeyRepeat for Double Knock, Combined Input, NormallyOpen, Walk test, Monitor Input, Special Log.Inertia InputIf ‘Yes’ selected, please enter the Gross Attack andPulse Count required for an activation on aninertia input. Press tPaired Input: Do not change. Press tConfirm GroupEnter the Confirm Group if used.Press the t keyInput NameIf you would like to enter a name for the input, selectthe t key. Text programming is described on page:11. Select the t key. Repeat all the above forfurther inputs, or press the xkey to return to theEngineers Menu.Allow BypassNo [0]Interia InputYes [1]Conform Group[00]Input Name_NOTE: After programming the inputs, it is necessary to exit the Engineer Menu for the programmingto take effect, before the inputs are walk tested, etc.19

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.5.7 SHUNT INPUTSA shunt group may consist of any number of inputs programmed as Instant, Tamper, 24hr and Follow types.These must all be allocated in the same area. NOTE: These will need to be programmed first.The inputs in the shunt group/list will only activate after 10 seconds of the nominated shunt input. Forexample, if input 1 is programmed as ‘Shunt Input’, and inputs 2 and 3 are programmed as “24hr”, then onceinput 1 has been opened, after 10 seconds inputs 2 and 3 become active.Action Status OutputsShunt Input closed Inputs within the shunt list areThe ‘Follow Input’ PGM output on(shunted)inactiveShunted Input triggered No responseThe ‘Follow Input’ PGM output clears.Shunt Input opened-The ‘Shunt Fault’ PGM output is on for(unshunted)10 seconds.After 10 seconds Inputs in the shunt list are active Indications off.Shunt Input opened withan active detector(attempting to unshunt)Active input clears --After 10 seconds Inputs in the shunt list are active Indications off.Shunted input triggered(whilst not triggered)Normal input responseThe ‘Follow Input’ PGM output clears.The ‘Shunt Fault’ PGM output pulsesuntil the shunt is reset or the input faultclears.The ‘Shunt Fault’ PGM output is on for10 seconds.(Note: depends upon the status of thearea in which the shunt is located).Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM INPUTS - SHUNT INPUTSProgram InputsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PROGRAMINPUTS?’ Press the tkeyInputSelect the input number you wish to program andpress the tkey.Input TypeSelect the shunt input type (type 18)If you would like to select the shunt inputs for theselected input press the tkey.Enter the inputs you would like in the shunt list, aftereach one press the tkey. Each input selected willscroll on the display on the bottom line. If the inputyou have selected doesn’t appear, make sure thatinput is programmed correctly (Instant, Tamper, 24Hror Follow). Once they have all been entered press thexkey, and press the xkey again. ‘Input Areas’will be displayed, follow the instructions on page: 18to program the rest.PROGRAM INPUTS?Input [01]Input 01Input Type [18]Shunt InputShunt Inputs[--]20

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.6 Install Keypads/ReadersEnsure that all keypads and readers are addressed correctly before enabling them in this function. Pleasesee page 8 on how to address each individual keypad and reader.5.6.1 READER IS:This option will only appear when you program a Reader into the system. You can then select how youwould like the Reader to operate.Arm/Disarm: This will make the Reader act like a normal keypad (arming/disarming the system areas etc)Arm/Dis Sub-Area: A reader can be used to create sub-areas. For example: A keypad may control a fullarea, but in the area you may wish to control certain inputs only.Access Control: If an access control system is installed then you will need to program the reader as thistype.Disarm Only: If you wish to use the Reader to disarm the system only, select this type.Arm/Disarm/Door: Used to lock/unlock doors. The external or internal reader can have mag locksconnected to them. This option is used in conjunction with ‘tag opens doors’ in System Options See theinstallation manual for connection details.5.6.2 DEVICE ARMSThis is used to program the device to arm certain areas only. This is used in conjunction with the areasallocated to a user code.For example, if a user code is programmed to operate areas ‘A’ and ‘B’, but the keypad / reader is onlyprogrammed to arm Area ‘A’, then the system will arm only Area ‘A’.5.6.3 DEVICE DISARMSThis is used to program the device to disarm certain areas only. This is used in conjunction with the areasallocated to a user code.For example, if a user code is programmed to operate areas‘A’ and ‘B’, but the keypad / reader is onlyprogrammed to disarm area ‘A’, then the system will disarm only area ‘A’.5.6.4 DEVICE IN AREAThe keypad needs to be also told which areas it is operating “in”. For example, a keypad may be onlyneeded to operate in area A, but other code users may use the keypad to ‘quick arm’ other area (such as acleaner, director, caretaker etc). Therefore if areas A and B are selected in the previous options (Arm pointarms and Arm point disarms), but area A only is selected in ‘Arm point in’, then area B will quick arm once avalid tag/code has been entered. To program areas with their programmed timer, then the areas need to beentered into the “Arm point in” function.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:INSTALL KEYPADS/READERS?Install Keypads/ReadersUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘INSTALLKEYPADS/READERS?’Press the tkeyAddressEnter the address of the keypad/reader you wish toassign. Press the tkeyDevice TypeUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent device types. Press the tkeyINSTALL KEYPADS/READERS?Device TypeKeypad [0]21

NOTE: This function will only be displayed if youhave programmed a Reader.Reader IsPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent reader functions. Press the tkey whenchosen.Device ArmsSelect the Arm Points you would like for ‘arming’ thesystem.Please note the primary areas are A,B,C & D.Press the tkey. Repeat for Arm Point Disarms andArm Point In (if areas are used). Press the tkey.‘Arm Point Name?’ will be displayed, change thedefault text if required.Device Arms[ A ]The following programming shows how to set up the Access Control facility if you are using it. Also the sameprogramming process applies to ‘Arm/Disarm/Door’ which allows a tag reader to control an entry point.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:ACCESS CONTROL / ARM / DISARM / DOORInstall Keypads/ReadersUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘INSTALLKEYPADS/READERS?’. Press the tkeyEnter the address of the keypad/reader you wish toassign. Press the tkeyINSTALL KEYPADS/READERS?Device TypeEnter : for Reader. Press the tkeyDevice TypeReader [1]Reader IsUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent reader functions. Press the tkey whenchosen.Selet the area’s that the reader is to be assignedin. Press the tkeyEnter the Lock Open Time (max: 250 seconds).This is the time the door release is going to be activewhen a valid tag’s presented. Press the tkey.Enter the Door Open Time (max: 250 seconds).This is the time the door is allowed to be open beforetriggering an alarm. Press the tkey.Enter the input number to monitor the chosen door.Please note that this must be selected for the doormonitoring to function. Entering ‘999’ disables themonitoring for this door.Reader is [2]AccessControlLock Open Time[005]Door Open Time[010]Door Input No.Disabled [99]22

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALTo enter a personal name for the access control,press the tkey. Use the text programming to enterthis, see page: 11.Door Name?Press the tkey, you will be returned to theengineer menu.Door Monitoring FacilityIf the door is to be monitored by the alarm system only, the door monitoring input should be wired direct tothe end station (not via the door station) and programmed appropriately (see table below).If the door is to be monitored by the door station only (providing local alarm), the door monitoring inputshould be programmed as bypassed in ‘Program Inputs’ menu. The ‘Door Contact No.’ should be an inputnumber that is unused on the system.If the door is to be monitored by the door station and the end station, the door monitoring input should beprogrammed in the ‘Change Inputs’ menu (see table below). The ‘Door Contact No.’ should correspond tothis input.Input TypeValid door open (i.e. valid tag or‘request to exit’)Entry Delay Starts entry time, if system armed 24 HourDoor forced (i.e. no valid tag, nor‘request to exit’)Switcher No response 24 HourAll other types No response Normal input responseNOTES: If input is programmed as ‘isolated’ then monitoring will be SOLELY at the door station. If the inputis to be monitored by the alarm system ONLY, it should be wired directly to the system, and NOT via thedoor station.Access User Codes/TagsTo program any user codes and tags for the Access Control system you will need to enter the mastermanager menu and select ‘Change Codes’, then ‘Change User Codes’. Enter a user code in the normal way,when the system recognises an Access Control unit attached, a new option called ‘S/Part Access’ will bedisplayed in this function, here you must select the address of the Access Control unit that you would like theuser codes to operate on. Please see the user manual for more information.5.6.5 SUB AREASThis feature provides a degree of independent control so that in many systems it may be used as a separatearea. Control is by means of a dedicated arm/disarm Tag Reader located OUTSIDE the sub-area. No entrydelay is available. The number of sub-areas available is limited to the number of setting points not otherwiseallocated as keypads, arm/disarm readers or access control or guard tour points. The maximum sub-areasare 29.Each sub-area may consist of any number of ‘intruder’ inputs, all of which must be allocated to the samearea. No input may be allocated to more than one sub-area.Operation may be by proximity tag, or by key (or other) switch wired into the first input on the tag reader.Sub-areas using switch operation MUST be those on which the inputs are live (i.e. shown in the table on thenext page).Tags for sub-area control are programmed through the Manager menu.The controller provides ‘Alarm’ and ‘Can Arm’ outputs dedicated to that sub-area. It also provides relevantindications, including Arm/Disarm status, so should always be located adjacent to the controlling Keyswitchwhere this is used.If the option ‘Auto Readmits when set’ is selected as ‘WHEN AREA ARMED’ then the sub-area will alwaysarm when the area in which it located is armed. If selected as ‘NEVER’ it will always require manual arming.The sub-area must ALWAYS be disarmed manually.An additional option is available the ‘SITE OPTIONS’ menu, to permit a ‘misoperation’ (abort) signal to begenerated by silencing an alarm at the Controller.23

Operation of a sub-areaPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALAction Status NotesNormal (disarmed) statusDetectors within sub-areas areinactive‘Disarmed’ indication litSub-areas input triggered No response‘Fault’ LED flashes andAttempt to arm sub-areas with-intermittent tone to indicateinput in fault‘cannot arm’Arm sub-area with no faults sub-area sets (detectors live)‘Disarmed’ indication goesoutSub-area input triggeredAlarm generated‘Alarm’ LED lights, alarmtone generatedSub-area Controller disarmed sub-area unsets ‘Disarmed’ indication lightsValid code entered at a Keypadwhilst alarm runningAlarm silencedSub-area remains arm.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:SUB AREA CONTROL?Install Keypads/ReadersUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘INSTALLKEYPADS/READERS?’ Press the tkeyEnter the address of the keypad/reader you wish toassign. Press the tkeyTypeEnter : for ReaderPress the tkeyReader IsEnter : for Arm/Disarm Sub-AreaPress the tkeyEnter the input(s) you would like in the ‘sub-area.Press the tkey. They will appear on the bottomdisplay of the keypad, once you have finishedentering the required inputs press the xkey.Sub-Area ArmsUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent operations. Press the tkey when chosen.Sub-Area Control By Card/Tag / InputUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent operations. Press the tkey when chosen.Sub-Area Description?Press the tkey. Enter the device name for thesub-area – which is referenced whenprogramming tags up in the master managermenu. At default it is called “Device”.INSTALL KEYPADS/READERS?Device TypeReader [1]Reader is [1]Arm/Dis Sub-AreaAdd Inputs[---]Sub-Area ArmsIf Area Armed [0]Sub-Area ControlBy Card/Tag [0]Sub-Area NameDescription?24

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALAssigning Tags to Sub Areas: To assign tags to the sub-areas, enter the master manager mode andselect ‘Change Codes’, add a new user code (tag) and when the prompt shows “Sub Area Access”, enter theaddress of the reader you would like the tag to operate for the sub-areas.5.7 System DisplaysPlease see page 11, “Text Programming” section for this function as it requires programming area text, signon messages etc.5.7.1 AREA TEXTSYou may choose how you want each area to be displayed, i.e. “Area A” may be used to fully arm a housetherefore you may want to call it “Full House Arm” for example. You can have a maximum of 16 characterson the display.5.7.2 TOP DISPLAY TEXTThe top display text on the keypad in disarmed mode.5.7.3 SITE NAMEThe Site Name is used as a “Site Reference” which if used must be also used within the PCXUpload/Download Software in order for the software to connect to the PCX system.5.7.4 DISPLAY IF ARMED / DISPLAY ALARMS / PA’S / INPUTSIf any of these options area enabled, then the area Text will be displayed on the LCD keypad once thesystem is fully armed. (The default is Yes – not compliant with EN50131-1)If Display Alarms/ PA’s/ are enabled, they will show any alarms that are activated before a valid usercode/tag is entered. If Display Inputs is enabled, any inputs activated in day mode will be displayed.System DisplaysVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:SYSTEM DISPLAYS?Using the band xkeys, scroll to ‘SYSTEMDISPLAYS?’SYSTEM DISPLAYS?Press the tkeyArea TextEnter the desired text for the area; press the tkeyto enter the text for all other areas, full area, topdisplay text and site name label. Press the tkeyArea A TextArea ADisplay If Armed / Display Alarms / Display PA /Display InputsUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent operations (. Press the tkey whenchosen.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.Display PAYes [1]25

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.8 Program TimersAll the timers can be changed in this function, the table below shows the different timers available.Timer Function RangeEntry Time Entry time for each area. 0 – 255secondsExit Time Exit time for each area. 0 – 255secondsBell Time Cut off time for external sounder. Separate for each area. 2 – 15minutesConfirmTimeTime period during which a second activation must occur to qualify as‘sequentially confirmed’ alarm. NOTE: DD243 specifies a confirmtime between 30 and 60 minutes. This also can be used inconjunction with testing an omit signal.1 – 99minutesBell Delay Delay after intruder alarm before bell activation. NOT valid within 3minutes of final arm, after entry time started.Strobe TimeNumber RearmsTime strobe output remains live after bell time ends .‘99’ meansendless.Number of times system re-arms after bell time ends. NOTE: Re-armnumber applies to each area, and does not affect emergencyalarms. ‘9’ means always re-arm.0 – 20minutes0 – 99minutes0 – 9AC FaultDelaySpeakerFinal ExitDelayDoubleKnockPre-AlarmTimeLine FaultDelayArm FailTimeGuard CodeDelayFire BellTimeNAT DayTimerNAT HoursTimerServiceTimerTime delay before mains failure or technical alarm signalled. NOTE:Arming ‘250’ = never alarms. System change-over to batterysupply and associated visual ‘Mains Fail’ indication is alwaysimmediate.Time speaker and keypad bleeper outputs remain live after bell timeends. ‘99’ means endless.0 – 250minutes0 – 250minutesTime between final exit input closing, and system arming. 0 - 255secondsLength of filter period applied to inputs with ‘Double Knock’ attribute. 0 – 75secondsDelays ‘Intruder’ output signals if entry time has started. Pre-alarmtime must be armed for 30 seconds to comply with PD6662 0 – 255secondsDuration of Telecom Line Fault before ‘Line Fault’ alarm triggered. 0 – 250secondsTime after which ‘Arm Fail’ operation will be invoked if exit procedurenot completed.Minimum time an alarm must have existed before a ‘Guard’ code willbe accepted to disarm.0 – 255seconds0 – 10minutesCut off time for fire alarm. ‘99’ means endless. 1 – 99minutesNAT stands for Non-Activity. This is used in conjunction with the inputattribute ‘Monitor Activity’, and will monitor the chosen input for theselected number of days.NAT stands for Non-Activity. This is used in conjunction with the inputattribute ‘Monitor Activity’, and will monitor the chosen input for theselected number of hours.This is a timer that can be armed in days, and will display a messageto the user warning that a service is due. An engineer code will clearthe message.0-1400-23367NOTE: Control of timer for inputs on arm fail test is located in the Engineer Tests Sub Menu26

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM TIMERS?Program TimersUsing the band xkeys, scroll to‘PROGRAM TIMERS?’Press the tkeyTimersThe timers as displayed in the table on theprevious page will be displayed, adjust the timeas required and press the tkey. Once youhave finished, press the xkey, you will bereturned to the Engineer Menu.PROGRAM TIMERS?A Entry Time[030]5.9 Set Date and TimeAll log entries and the system display include the time and date. This may be also programmed in the MasterManager Mode. NOTE: Please note that powering down the system will reset the time and dateinformation.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:SET DATE & TIME?Set Date & TimeUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘SET DATE &TIME?’ Press the tkeyUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent operations. Press the tkey when chosen.Press the tkey. Repeat for each area or press thexkey to return to the Engineer Menu.SET DATE & TIME?Year {00-99)5.10 Exit ModesThe ‘Exit Modes’ operate the arming procedure of the PCX system. The following Exit Modes are available:5.10.1 TIMEDThe PCX system will only arm when the programmed Exit Time has expired (See ‘Program Timers’ page 27)providing that all inputs are closed. NOTE: NOT suitable for systems installed to comply with DD243.5.10.2 FINAL DOORThe PCX system will only arm when an input programmed as Entry/Exit (EE) is either closed (if the input wasopened when arming started) or its single opening and then closing (if the input was closed). This mode mayalso be used for ‘lock arm’ operation: securing the lock completes the arming procedure, unlocking starts theentry time.5.10.3 TIMED/FINALThis function follows ‘timed’ operation, except that the timer will be overridden if an Entry/Exit input is openedand closed before the timer expires (See above: Final Door). NOTE: NOT suitable for systems installed tocomply with DD243.5.10.4 PUSH TO ARMPush to Arm. The PCX system will only arm when a ‘Push to Arm’ button has been pressed. This functionwill override the programmed Exit Time.27

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:EXIT MODES?Exit ModesUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘EXIT MODES?Press the tkeyUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent operations. Press the tkey when chosen.Press the tkey. Repeat for each area or press thexkey to return to the Engineer Menu.EXIT MODES?A Exit ModeTimed [0]5.11 Change Codes (Duress/Guard / Master Manager)All codes may be 4, 5, or 6 digit or proximity tags. Using a 5 or 6 digit code will automatically block severalpossible 4 digit codes that clash with it. Please note that the PCX System will only comply with Grade 3 ifyou have “6 digit codes” enabled. NOTES: Only Duress or Guard codes can be changed by theEngineer, Normal user codes can only be changed in The Manager Mode. The Master User andEngineer Codes cannot be deleted.5.11.1 CODE TYPES AND NUMBERS.76i: User: 100 / Guard: 20. 162i: User: 200 / Guard: 20. 280i: User: 500 / Guard: 20.5.11.2 USER TYPESUser Type Functions OperationUserManagerMaster ManagerDefault: 1234EngineerDefault: 9999DuressGuardArm and Disarm System. Also for Access Control and SubArea Control functionsArm and Disarm SystemAlso access to Manager menu functionsArm and Disarm System.Also access to Manager menu functionsAccess to all engineering functions; also arm/disarm systemfor test purposes.Disarm system, generating silent ‘Duress’ or ‘PA’signal. NOTE: ACPO policy prevents use of duress codesto police all purposes.Disarm system, but only after an alarm has been active fora minimum time (programmable). Also arm system. Anoutput type is available to signal whenever this code isused.5.11.3 USER CHANGE CODESProgrammed byManager only.Programmed byManager only.Programmed byManager or Engineer.Programmed byEngineer.Programmed byEngineer.Programmed byEngineer.If this option is enabled, a user or manager cannot change their own code. Only a master manager canchange a user code.5.11.4 USER ARM OPTIONSThe User Codes can be programmed as the following:Disarm/Arm: The code will arm and disarm the PCX systemDisarm Only: The code will only disarm the PCX system once it is fully armed.Arm Only: The code will only arm the PCX system.None: The code will not be used to arm and disarm the system.28

5.11.5 AREA ARM CHOICEPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALIf enabled, the user will be able to select which areas they can arm/disarm, from those the code is valid for.If disabled, the user code will automatically arm in the selected area(s). This option is commonly used if aproximity tag has been used on the system.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:CHANGE CODES?Change CodesUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘CHANGECODES? Press the tkey6 Digit PinsUse the [ and ] keys to choose between theYES or NO. Press the tkey when chosen.Press the tkeyChange Duress CodesPress the tkey to Change the Duress Codes, orfor the next function press the xkey.NOTE: User codes can only be changed in theuser manager modeDuress CodesEnter the required User Number using the numerickeys. Press the tkeyIf a code or tag is already allocated, the display willshow [******]. Enter the new code, or present atag to keypad. To erase the existing code press the key. Press the tkeyUser TypeUse the [ and ] keys to choose between theDURESS or GUARD. Press the tkey whenchosen.User AreasSelect the areas the code will be valid for. Pleasenote the primary areas are A,B,C & D. Press thetkeyUser Arm OptionsUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent functions. Press the tkey.Flexi ArmUse the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO. Press the tkeyUser NameEnter the text to identify the user. Text Programmingis described on page 11.Press the tkey.CHANGE CODES?6 Digit Codes?No [0]Change DuressCodes?User Number [01]Guard/DuressUser TypeDuress [2]User in Area[0123ABCD]User Arm OptionsDisarm / Arm [0]Area Arm ChoiceNo [0]User Name_29

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALChange Master Manager Code?Press the tkey to Change the Master ManagerCode and repeat the options as shown above, or forthe next function press the xkey.Change Engineer Code?Press the tkey to Change the Engineer Code orfor the next function press the xkey.The Engineer Code cannot be deleted.Press the xkey.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.Change MasterManager Code?Change EngineerCode?5.12 Volume ControlThe Volume Control function applies to the loudspeaker output only. Volume levels at the keypad areprogrammed individually – please see page: 10.5.12.1 VOLUME SETTINGSNote: 0=Completely Silent, 1=Silent, but sounds a beep when the system is armed. 7 = Loudest.5.12.2 CODE STOPS SOUNDIf this function is enabled, then once an alarm has been generated (even if the code is not programmed forthat area) the alarm will be silenced, and a ‘Misoperation (Abort) signal’ will be sent, but the area will still bearmed until a valid user that controls that area is entered.5.12.3 E / E TONES ONLYIf there is a speaker connected to the SPK output of the PCX system the entry and exit tones will be heardthrough the speaker. If you would like Entry and Exit tones to be heard on only the keypad and not thespeaker then enable this function.5.12.4 ALERT KPS ONLYIf this function is enabled then any Alert tones will be heard on the Keypad only and not the speaker.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:VOLUME CONTROL?Volume ControlUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘VOLUMECONTROL? Press the tkeyArea VolumeUse the numeric keys select the volume level requiredfor Entry and Exit tones for each area, once selected,press the tkey.Repeat for Alarm, Fire, Tamper, Disarmed, Chimeand Intelligent Arm tones. Press tkeyCode Stops SoundUse the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO. Press the tkey. Repeat for E/E Tones Onlyand Alert Keypads Only. Press the tkey.VOLUME CONTROL?A Entry[4]Code Stops SoundNo [0]30

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.13 Alarm ResponseThe Alarm Response function controls how you would like certain activations to perform.5.13.1 SILENT 1 ST ALARMIf this function is selected as ‘confirmed’, then the first alarm to activated on the system will be silent, but ifanother input activates (i.e. a confirmed alarm) then the alarm will activate and the alarm tones will be heard.This option is only valid once the system has been armed for 3 minutes and not if the entry time has started.5.13.2 DISABLE CONFIRM ON ENTRYTo comply with DD243 clauses 6.4.3 and 6.4.4, this option should be set to YES to disable confirmation oncethe entry procedure has started. For use with DD243 option 6.4.5, this option should be left at default (No).If ‘Disable Confirm On Entry’ is set to YES this option will disable ALL confirmation signals on entry.If ‘Disable Confirm On Entry’ is set to NO the confirmation signals are enabled on expiry of entry time.5.13.3 INPUTS TO CONFIRM AFTER ENTRYThis function accepts a choice of 1 or 2 inputs to trigger after expiration of entry time to qualify as asequentially confirmed alarm. Note: Only the “2” setting complies with DD243:2004.5.13.4 ALARM STARTS / STOPS (ALARM RESPONSES)The order of which alarm responses are activated can be programmed to your requirements. The alarmactivations you can program are: Areas, Fire, Gas, PAs, and Disarm Alarms and the different alarmresponses are: Keypads, Internal Sounders, Sirens Only, Digi and Confirm. The different alarm responseswork on a cycle (starting from ‘Keypads’ and finishing at ‘Confirm’). Each alarm response will take 15seconds before moving on to the next response.For example, If the alarm response for Area A starts at ‘Internal Sounders’ and stops at ‘Digi’, then onceArea A is armed and an alarm has been activated, the internal sounders will be first to activate, then after 15seconds the Sirens will activate (Sirens Only) and then after another 15 seconds the ‘Digi’ will activate. Youmay also program the system to operate on a combined area basis, for example if both areas ‘A’ and ‘B’ arearmed; you may want the process of the alarm responses to change. Therefore you would use the ‘If areasarmed’ section of this function and select the desired areas and the alarm responses.Another example of where this function would become useful is when you have several inputs programmedas ’24 hour’, you may want the system to only activate the internal sounders in disarmed mode, but when thesystem is armed you may want both the internal and external sounders to activate. To do this, when you getto “Disarmed Starts”, enter ‘1’ for Internal Sounders and press function. “Disarmed Stops” will be displayed,as you do not wish anything else to activate when the system is disarmed, enter ‘1’ for Internal Soundersagain. This will make the system only ever activate the internal sounders when an alarm has activated indisarmed mode.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:ALARM RESPONSE?Alarm ResponseUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘ALARMRESPONSE? Press the tkeySilent 1 st AlarmUse the [ and ] keys to choose betweenNEVER or CONFIRMED Press the tkeyDisable Confirm On EntryUse the [ and ] keys to choose betweenYES or NO. Press the tkey.ALARM RESPONSE?Silent 1st AlarmNever [0]Confirmation onEntry (Yes) [0]31

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALInputs to Confirm After EntryEnter the number of inputs to Confirm after theEntry. (Leave at 2 to comply with DD243)Press the tkey.Area StartsUse the [ and ] keys to choose betweenthe different options. Press the tkey.Repeat for Area Stops and then repeat theabove for each other area and also for Fire,Gas, HU and Disarm alarmsYou will be returned to the Engineer MenuInputs to ConfrmAfter Entry [2]Area A StartsDigi [3]5.14 Program OutputsThe output types below may be programmed to any of the systems PGMs (Programmable Outputs). Also thefunction ‘Program Outputs’ is where you install and initialise any Remote Output Expanders you haveinstalled to the system, this is done under the ‘ROX Module PGMs’. Please note that the PGMs must beused within their rated capacity.NOTE: The PGM Outputs CANNOT be inverted. Only the ATE PGMs can (See ‘Invert ATE Outputs in‘Site Options’ page: 39)5.14.1 PGM OUTPUT TYPESType Active Restore0000 Not Used0001 Fire At fire alarm When a valid code is entered0002 PA AnyAt a PA or Duress alarm(This includes keypad PA)When a valid code is entered0003 Instant Any At alarm, while system is disarmed At first valid code entry0004 Final Arm All When ALL areas are armed. At code entry to disarm0005Misoperation When system is silenced after any(Abort)‘intruder’ output is triggeredAfter 2 minutes0006 Confirmed AnyWhen further input active in anyarea after ‘intruder’ alarmAt next code entry0007 Tamper Any Any tamper alarm At code entry to silence0008 Duress AnyAt a Duress alarm (i.e. from akeypad)When a valid code is entered0009 PA Device AnyAt alarm on a PA input only(This doesn’t include the keypad When a valid code is enteredPA)0010 Gas At gas alarm When a valid code is entered0011 Arm FailPre-set time after start of exit time, ifexit procedure is not completeAt code entry to rearm0012 Entry DeviationWhen deviation from entry routeoccurs, during entry timeAt code entry to disarm0013Secure Intruder At alarm, after exit time started, untilAnydisarmAt first valid code entry0014 Bell Any When alarm liveWhen alarm silenced or when sirentimer expires0016 Strobe Any When alarm liveWhen alarm silenced or when strobetimer expires0017 Bypass Rearm AnyAt rearm at end of confirm time if aninput in fault is isolatedWhen system disarmed0018 Unconfirmed Any Any intruder or Tamper alarm At code entry to silence0019 Ready AllIf all inputs and technical faults insystem are clear. Also once entryIf fault exists, and after final arm32

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALType Active Restoretime has started0020 Exit Starts AllAt start of exit time to arm LAST At code entry to disarm FIRST areaarea(i.e. no longer fully armed)NOTE: For ‘exit starts’ to be entered in system logs, the site option ‘Confirmed when…’ must be set to ‘exitstart’0021 Exit Starts AnyWhen exit time starts to arm FIRSTareaAt code entry to disarm LAST area0022Final Arm Any(Open / Close)When ANY area is armedAt code entry to disarm LAST area0023 Strobe Arm Fail Works similar to output 016, but also fires if the arm fail timer expires.0025 Keyswitch DisarmThis output turns on for 5 seconds when the system is disarmed via akeyswitch input (either pulsed or latched keyswitch)0026 Arm with Bypass Output activates when an arming procedure is done with inputs omitted0031 Entry Live during any exit time0032 Exit Live during any entry time0033 Entry Delay Live during any entry or exit time0034 Lights When exit or entry timer starts20 seconds after arm/disarmprocedure completed0035Follow InputSee page: 36.When input triggersDependant upon programming0036 Shunt Fault See Shunt Inputs - Page: 200037 Restore 1 At code entry to arm After 3 seconds0038 Restore 2At code entry to armWhen disarmedRe-triggers whenever an additional area is armed0039 PIR Latch 1PGM 1When armed (and in Walk Test)At alarm, or when disarmed0040 PIR Latch 2 This is the inverse polarity to PIR Latch 10041 AC Mains Good Output showing the mains is healthy0042 PIR LED EnableThis output activates during walk test and also when a code is entered toview indications – staying activated for the time for which the indications areviewed.0043 Follow Test New output for bell test by activating Bell0044 Off During Test New output for bell test by activating Bell0048 Walk TestThis output is active during walk test, and will only deactivate when alldetectors have been tested0051 Tel Line FaultWhen Line Fault signalled bycommunicatorWhen fault clears0052 AC Mains FailAfter pre-set time without mainspowerOn restoration of mains0053 Battery FaultWhen battery disconnected or loadfail detectedAt next valid code entry0054 Low Volts At fault When fault clears0055Global Fault 1 Activates if input fault occurs only(Grade 2)when system is armedWhen all faults cleared0056Global Fault 2 Activates if input fault occurs at any(Grade 3)timeWhen all faults cleared0057 “German Relay” For future development0058 Guard Code Used When ‘guard’ code accepted After 60 seconds0059 Engineer Access When entering Engineer Mode When leaving Engineer Mode0060 Follow Power Up At power up Live for 45 seconds0063 Test ATE DeviceTest signalling through PSTN andGSM. Activates when a test call is When test completedsent. (used for specific GSMs)0064 Test ATS CommsTest signalling through PSTN andGSM. Activates when a test call issent.When test completed33

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALType Active Restore0065 Input FaultActivates when there is no activityon a input with respect to the “NAT When there is activity.timers” in Change Timers.0066 ATE Not Used Makes the ATE pin 5V.A repeating block of output types should be noted:0202 PA A As 0002 for Area A0203 Intruder A As 0003 for Area A0204 Final Arm A As 0004 for Area A0206 Confirmed A As 0006 for Area A0207 Tamper A As 0007 for Area A0208 Duress A As 0008 for Area A0209 PA Device A As 0009 for Area A0210 Fire Reset A As 0010 for Area A0213 Secure Intruder A As 0013 for Area A0214 Bell A As 0014 for Area A0216 Strobe A As 0016 for Area A0217 Bypass At Rearm A As 0017 for Area A0218 Unconfirmed A As 0018 for Area A0219 Ready A As 0019 for Area A0220 Exit Starts A As 0020 for Area AThen this pattern repeats for each other areas so that:0221-0240 Area 0361-0380 Area0241-0260 Area 0381-0400 Area0261-0280 Area 0401-0420 Area0281-0300 Area 0421-0440 Area0301-0320 Area 0441-0460 Area0321-0340 Area 0461-0480 Area0341-0360 Area1xxx Follow input xxx When input is activated When input clearsi.e. add 1000 to the input number to select output requiredNOTE: The following additional configurations are available, but are NOT programmable:AreaSounderThe outputs of the RIX2 and PROX/INT are fixed as a loudspeaker and can be used as aareaing sounder, areas are selected in the ‘Install Keypads’ section – see page: 215.14.2 STU / ATE PIN OUTPUTS (DEFAULTS)Any communicating device with the industry standard footprint may be plugged onto the control panel STU /ATE (Alarm Transmission Equipment) pins. The default types for the footprint are as follows:COM LOOM Default Type PGM Number1 (Blue) Fire 00012 (Orange) PA Device Any 00093 (Yellow) Unconfirmed Any 00184 (Brown) Final Arm All 00045 (Purple) Tamper Any 00076 (Green) Bypass Rearm Any 00177 (Black) Confirmed Any 00068 (Purple) AC Mains Fail 00529 (White) Global Fault 2 005610 (Light Grey) Test ATS Comms 0064NOTE: There is an “Invert ATE outputs” option for use with positive removed signalling. Insufficientcurrent is available for any other application. Please see ‘Site Options, page 39.These are programmed in ‘Program Outputs’ under ‘Endstation PGMs’.For programming of the onboard Digi channels please see page: 47.34

5.14.3 PCX-PROX/EXT PGM OUTPUTPCX PROGRAMMING MANUALThe RED LED on the PCX-PROX/EXT can be programmed so that it follows an output.To achieve this, go to ‘CHANGE OUTPUTS’ and then ‘Reader PGMs’ and program the first PGM output(PGM1) to whichever type is required.For example you may want the Prox to show the system armed, therefore you can use the output “0204:Final Arm A”. The RED LED will then be illuminated once Area A has armed.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM OUTPUTS?Program OutputsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PROGRAMOUTPUTS?’ Press the tkeyEndstation PGMsTo program the control panel PGMs and theSTU/ATE pins press the tkey.PGMSSelect the output type for the PGMs and press thetkey. Repeat for each PGM. ATE Pins will then beshown after the 4 PGMs. Select the output type forthe ATE pin and press the tkey. Repeat for eachpin.RIX PGMSOnce you return to the sub-menu ‘Endstation PGMs’press the xkey, the display will show ‘RIX PGM’s’,press the tkey. Enter the address of the RIX.Press the tkey. Select the output type for thePGMs and press the tkey. Repeat for each PGM(and RIX address once you have pressed the xkey)ROX Module PGMSOnce you return to the sub-menu ‘RIX PGMs’ pressthe xkey, the display will show ‘ROX ModulePGMs’, press the tkey if you have a ROX moduleinstalled.PROGRAM OUTPUTS?Endstation PGMs?PGM 1 [0000]Not UsedRIX Module PGMs?ROX Module PGMs?ROX Installed?Use the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO if any ROX are installed. Press the tkey.Press the tkey. If Yes is selected, ‘ROXAddress‘ will be displayed. Enter the address, andPress the tkey. Select the output type for thePGMs and press the tkey. Repeat for each PGM(and ROX address once you have pressed the xkey)ROX Installed?Yes [1]35

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALKeypad PGMs?Repeat for the Keypad PGMs. Press the xkeyKeypad PGMs?Repeat for the Reader PGMs. Press the xkeyYou will be returned to the Engineer Menu.5.14.4 THE ‘FOLLOW INPUT’ PGMIf the expander card is installed the PGM output ‘Follow Input’ is made available. This output provides thefollowing functionality:‣ Follow (whilst input active), TIMED or LATCHED or CODE RESET‣ Follow individual INPUT, AREA, SUB AREA or SHUNT LIST‣ Follow WHEN ARMED, WHEN DISARMED or ALWAYSNOTE: The Follow Input type WILL NOT function correctly if assigned to ATE pins.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM OUTPUTS – FOLLOW INPUTProgram OutputsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PROGRAMOUTPUTS?’ Press the tkeyEndstation PGMsTo program the control panel PGMs and theSTU/ATE pins press the tkey.Select a PGM and select the output type as ‘0035’= Follow Input. Press the tkey.Follow Type?Use the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options. Press the tkey.Follow What?Use the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options. Press the tkeyFollow When?Use the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options Press the tkey .Enter the area you wish to follow (if you chose:‘Follow What’: Area) or the corresponding option youselected. NOTE: The primary areas are A, B, C & D.PROGRAM OUTPUTS?Endstation PGMs?Follow TypeFollow [0]Follow What?Input [0]Follow WhenAlways [2]Areas to Follow[ A ]Restore by InputInsert the number of the input to be used forperforming the reset. (if latched was selected) Thismay be a suitably located switch, etc. wired as aninput, or any other input on the system.Restore By Input[001]36

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.15 Intelligent ArmThe PCX system allows the facility where you can automatically initiate a different arm mode or area whenyou activate a chosen input (rather than having to choose a different arm mode via the keypad). This isknown as “Intelligent Arming”.Please note that when Intelligent Arming has been enabled the exit tone will be at ‘intelligent’ volume. SeeChange Volume on page 30.5.15.1 INTELLIGENT ARM FOR AREA A SYSTEMIf you are using Intelligent Arming for ‘area systems’, you can automatically switch to another arm modewhen the nominated input is activated.For example, if input 3 is selected for Intelligent Arming, then once this input is activated during the exit timefor Arm Mode A, the system will automatically quick arm Arm Mode B.To select the system for area system arming please see the “One Area System’ in Site Options on page: 39.5.15.2 INTELLIGENT ARM FOR AREA SYSTEMSIf you are using Intelligent Arming for a area system, you can automatically omit area B from the systemwhen the nominated input is activated.For example, if input 3 is selected for Intelligent Arming, then once this input is activated during the exit timefor all Areas, the system will automatically bypass area B and quick arm the remaining areas.To select the system for area arming please see the “One Area System’ in Site Options on page: 39.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:INTELLIGENT ARM?Intelligent ArmUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘INTELLIGENTARM?’ Press the tkeyIntelligentUse the [ and ] keys to choose between YES orNO. Press the tkeyUse the numeric keys to select the input(s) that willcause Intelligent Arming to occur. Press the tkey.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.INTELLIGENT ARM?IntelligentYes [1]Intelligent [04]Input 0437

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.16 System OptionsA full range of site options is available to tailor the operation of the system.5.16.1 SYSTEM OPTIONSOptionArm With FaultArm With TamperArm With ATSFaultArm With Tec/FltArm Fail = AlarmDo Bat Load TestArea MisoperateStrobe ConfirmByass on Re-ArmOne Area SystemConfirmed WhenAuto-Arm ForceTag Only DisarmQuick ArmInvert ATE PGMsCommon ExitModeDisarm ChoicePA Key EnableATE InputsTag Opens DoorsFire Key EnableFunctionIf ‘YES’: Allows arming with the following faults active: Device fail, Mains fail, Battery faults, Fusefaults, SMS failure, relay sirens 1&2, STU/ATE Strobe faults.If ‘YES’: Allows arming with the following faults active: Case tamper and System tampers.If ‘YES’: Allows setting with the following faults active: Telecom line fail, Modem failed, STU/ATEline fault, STU/ATE one path fail, Digi dial fail, STU/ATE comms fail.If ‘YES’: Allows a sub-area to be armed if mains, battery, telecom line, or other system fault ispresent.If ‘YES’ = A graduated alarm will be generated when ‘Arm Fail’ timer expires (see ChangeTimers), if exit procedure is still incomplete. Arm fail output will trigger.If ‘NO’ = Exit time will continue until the Exit route is clear.If ‘YES’: Programmes the system to perform a full load test of the battery at 7.00am each day.If ‘YES’ Allows a Misoperation (Abort) signal to be generated without the entry of a valid codeinto the system when sub-area is operated after an alarm.If ‘YES’ a PGM programmed as ‘strobe any’ will activate for 5 seconds when the system isarmed. Note: Use with care, in view of potential security risk.If ‘YES’ – On a system rearm at the end of confirmation time, this function will force an input (nota system tamper) causing an unconfirmed alarm to be bypassed, whether its still in fault or not.If ‘YES’: The system becomes a ‘one area system’ (Having one area armed only at any onetime). If ‘NO’: The system becomes a ‘area’ system (arming more than one area at a time)Final Arm: Confirmed signal only available after the system is armed.Exit Starts: Confirmed signal only available after the exit time has started. NOTE: Not compliantwith DD243. Note: ‘Exit Starts’ must be selected in order for it to be entered in the logs.If ‘YES’ when autoset is in use (this is only available in the ARM software) the panel will stillarmed even if an input is open at the time.If ‘YES’ the system prevents a pin code being entered on the Entry Time, but allows the systemto be silenced once in alarm. NOTE: This option should always be selected when DD243 option6.4.5 is in use.Enables the ‘simple arm’ functionality which allows a user to arn the system by pressing the‘YES’ key and the one area system. NOTE THIS FEATURE IS NOT UK COMPLIANTIf ‘YES’: ‘Positive Removed’ If ‘NO’: ‘Positive Applied’If set to ‘YES’, this will automatically select the ‘highest’ exit mode for all areas. (0 = Timed, 1 =Final Door, 2 = Timed/Final Door, 3 = PTS).For example, if Area C is selected as Final Door and the rest of the areas are selected as Timed,then because Final Door is ‘higher’ than Timed (Final door is 1 and Timed is 0), all areas will beset to Final Door. If set to ‘NO’ the Exit Modes will be individually programmable to each area.If set to ‘YES’, this will allow all codes with ‘Area Arm Choice’ attribute enabled to pick andchoose which areas to arm/disarm during entry time.2 Key personal attach Alarm at the keypad. The and keys, pressed simultaneously toproduce a hold up. None: Inactive Silent: Silent Hold Up Bells: Only: Bells Only (No signalling)Both: (Signalling and Bells)Permits selection of inputs on ‘plug on’ communicator to suit ‘ATE’ (including Red Care Reset),‘DigiCom’ (including Telback), ‘Relay Interface Monitoring’ or ‘Not Used’. Note: This option mustbe set to ‘ATE’ or ‘Digi’ in order for Line Fault, etc. monitoring to function. This option is NOTrequired for use with the digi-modem.Used in conjunction with “Arm/Disarm/Door” in Assign Keypads/Readers. If set to ‘No’ – anyreader assigned for ‘Arm/Disarm/Door’ will arm/disarm as normal, and any doors on the systemare open when the system is disarmed. If set ‘Yes’ the readers control the arming/disarming anddoors.If enabled the ‘fire key’ on the keypad will be activate. After this button is pressed and held for afew seconds, a fre activation will occur. Please note this shouldn’t be enabled in UK installations.38

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:SYSTEM OPTIONS?System OptionsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘SYSTEMOPTIONS?’ Press the tkeySYSTEM OPTIONS?All System OptionsUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options. Press the tkey. Repeat for allother options.5.17 Engineer Reset OptionsThe Engineer Reset Options are used so that once an alarm has occurred; the PCX system can only bereset by an engineer code, anti code or red care reset from the alarm receiving centre.OptionEngineer Restoreof IntruderEngineer Restoreof PAEngineer Restoreof TamperEngineer Restoreof SoakEngineer Restoreof ConfirmedEngineer Restoreof FaultsAnti Code RestoreFunctionFollowing an intruder alarm, an engineer must reset the system before it can beused again. Please select ‘UK Intruder’ to enable this, ‘Secure Intruder’ should notbe used. This will not interfere with the generation of an emergency alarm.Following a Personal Attach, Input PA or Duress alarm, an engineer must reset thesystem before it can be used again. This will not interfere with the generation of aFire or Gas (emergency) alarm.Following a Tamper alarm, an engineer must reset the system before it can be usedagain. This will not interfere with the generation of an emergency alarm.In the event of an input with the ‘soak’ attribute triggering whilst the system is armed,the system must be reset by an engineer before it can be used again. This will notinterfere with the generation of an emergency alarm.Following a confirmed alarm, an engineer must reset the system before it can beused again.If selected, an engineers code will only be able to reset the following faults:STU/ATE telecom fail, Modem fail, STU/ATE single path fail, Telecom line fail,Battery disconnect, Batt charge, Batt load, Excessive charge, Battery critical, Devicefail.Enables the system to display an anti-code whilst awaiting an Engineer reset, whichcan be used to generate a special reset code.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:ENGINEER RESTORE OPTIONS?Engineer Restore OptionsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘ENGINEERRESTORE OPTIONS?’ Press the tkeyEng Restore IntUse the [ and ] keys to choose between thedifferent options. Press the tkey. Repeat for allother options.ENGINEER RESTOREOPTIONS?Eng Rstr IntrderNo [0]39

5.18 Review LogsThere are two logs available on the PCX system:PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL‣ The Panel Log: Includes all Arm, Disarm and Alarm events. The code holder performing any operationmay be identified by pressing the key. The panel log also includes all system faults, details ofengineer access etc.‣ The Access/Ctrl Log: Includes all Access Control and Guard Tour events.With each log, use the key to move from one event to the previous event. The bkey will move fromone event to the next event that occurred.To view additional details, press the key. If no other information is available, the display will move to thenext log entry. Pressing the key will return to the main screen for that entry.Information on all fault codes that appear in the log can be seen on page: 55.5.18.1 LOG ENTRIESPCX 76i: 2000. PCX 162i: 2000. PCX 280i: 21005.18.2 CODE IDENTIFICATIONThe codes that are entered into the PCX system are identified as follows:CodeEngineer Code (default 9999)Master Manager Code (default 1234)User (Or Manager) 001-500Duress (or Guard) 01-20“Input Switched”IdentityEngineerMaster ManagerUsers 001 to 500 programmed through the MasterManager menu.Codes 01-20 programmed through the Engineer Menu.Key or other switch used through an input5.18.3 DEVICE FAIL CODES.Fault codes shown in the system log include numeric code to identify the equipment at which the fault ispresent. For example:Device Fail 203Mains Fail 400The first digit identifies the type of device:1 = Control Panel End Station2 = Keypad3 = Tag Reader or External Proximity Reader4 = Remote Input Expander (RIX)5 = Remote Output Expander (ROX)The remaining digits identify the address of the device, so if the display showed “Device Failure 203”, thenthere would be a possible wiring fault on the keypad that is addressed as “03”. If the display showed “MainsFailure 400”, then the power supply fitted to the RIX addressed as “00” needs to be checked.Please note a list of all the fault codes and log meanings are shown on page: 55.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:REVIEW LOGS?Review LogsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘REVIEWLOGS?’ Press the tkeyREVIEW LOGS?40

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALPanel LogPress the tkey to view the panel log.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.The log will be displayed. Use the [ and ] keysto scroll through the log. For more information on anevent (such as alarm silenced for example) press the key.When you wish to exit, press the xkey.Access/Ctrl LogRepeat the above for the Access Control log. Whenyou wish to exit, press the xkey. You will bereturned to the Engineer Menu.Panel Log?01/01 23:11:49Code ChangedAccess/Ctrl Log?5.19 Engineer TestsThe Engineer Tests function allows the engineer to test inputs, PGM’s, batteries and the bell.5.19.1 SOUNDS TO PLAYThis function allows you to listen to the different tones the PCX system makes so you can recognise them.They have a choice of: Chime, Chime Follow, Exit, Exit Fault, Entry, Tech Fault, Tamper, Alarm, PA, andFire. (The default is No Sound)5.19.2 WALK TESTPlease note that the walk test feature can only be used when engineer’s mode is exited after theprogramming of inputs.This function allows the engineer to test all programmed inputs on the system. The inputs that haven’t beenactivated will be shown on the display. Once all the inputs have been walk tested, ‘Walk Test Completed’ willbe displayed. When walk-testing a double-knock detector, it must be triggered twice within the preset period.When testing dual-trip detectors you must first open detector one and then trigger the second detector; nextopen the second detector and trigger the first detector.A walk test can also be done on a single input if needed. This can be selected by pressing the xkey afterthe areas are displayed.5.19.3 SOAK TESTAny input may be placed on ‘soak test’ to prevent it from generating an alarm. If the input triggers whilst thesystem is armed, it will indicate the activation and enter the details in the system log. You can also enter thenumber of days you would like the soak test to last, after this period the inputs will be active.5.19.4 TEST BELLAny outputs programmed as Any Siren or Any Strobe will be activated in this test.5.19.5 DO BATTERY LOAD TESTBattery TestThe system performs a check of the battery operation every 10 seconds, by dipping the power supplyvoltage momentarily, and measuring the system voltage. If the battery voltage measured is below 12.0V, orthe battery fuse has failed, a ‘BATTERY FAULT 100’ warning will be generated.Battery Load TestPCX Systems may be programmed to perform an automatic battery load test at every power supply at07.00am each day. This will drop the power supply voltage below the battery voltage, whilst monitoring thesystem diagnostics.The test will NOT take place if:‣ The End Station bell and strobe PGMs are live‣ The system is in Engineer Mode41

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL‣ Any battery faults exists‣ Any mains fault exists‣ The site option is not selectedIf the test has already started, it will be aborted if any of these conditions apply, other than entry intoEngineer Mode. If the test is aborted, it will NOT be performed until the next day.This is selected in SITE OPTIONS under “Do Battery Load Test”. The test may also be performed asrequired, under engineer control.5.19.6 TEST PGMSThe engineer can test all the Programmable Outputs on the End Station and the ROX’s. This test can alsobe used to test the ATE pins, all you need to do is select the outputs you have chosen for the pins and testthem, the signal will be then sent out on both the programmable outputs and the ATE pins.Please note that some ARC’s require that you signal events continuously, therefore ‘Force Arm On 1 st Input’should be used. Please see page: 125.19.7 TEST SIA/CID COMMUNICATIONSIf the engineer is using SIA or Contact ID to signal events, this function can be used to send a test signal tothe alarm receiving centre.5.19.8 TEST PHC COMMUNICATIONSBefore SMS signalling can be used, it must be initialised by communication with the Pyronix Host Computer(PHC). Once the test has completed, SMS texting can be performed.PLEASE NOTE ALL PHC CALLS COST 50p PER CALLVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:ENGINEER TESTSEngineer TestsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘ENGINEERTESTS?’ Press the tkeySound DemoPress the [ and ] keys to select which sound toplay. Press the tkey.Walk TestPress the tkey to enter Walk Test.Select the areas to be tested. Press the tkeyThe display will scroll through all the inputs not yettested. Walk test each input. As each input istriggered, a chime will sound and that input willdisappear from the scrolling list. Press thetkey.Once the last remaining input has beentested, the following screen appears. Press thetkey. ‘Walk Test’ will be display, press the xkey.Soak Test?Press the tkeyENGINEER TESTS?Sounds DemoNo Sound [00]Walk Test?Walk Test InputsInput 01Soak Test?42

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALEnter the number of the inputs you wish to soak testand press t. The input number shows on thescrolling list. Repeat for each input to be tested. Toremove an input from the list, enter its number again.Press the x key.Test Days LeftEnter the number of days the soak test will last. Pressthe tkey. Enter the number of days the soak testwill revert to in the event a soak input is triggeredduring testing. Press the tkey. ‘Test Control’ willbe displayed, press xTest Bell?To Test the Bell press the tkey. All outputsprogrammed as either Bell or Strobe will be tested.“Testing Bell will be displayed” Press the x key tostop the test. ‘Test Bell’ will be displayed, press thex key.Do Battery Load Test?To perform a Battery Load Test, press the tkey.The Battery Load test will be started.Once the Battery test has completed, press the tkey, ‘Do Battery Load Test’ will be displayed, pressthe xkey.Test PGMs?To test the PGMs press the tkey.Select the PGMs you would like to test (see page 32for the PGM types) and press the tkey.All outputs programmed as the type selected will beactive. Press the xkey. The outputs will switch off.Repeat for other output types as required. Press thexkey. ‘Test PGM’s’ will be displayed. Press thexkey.Test PHC Communications?To test the PHC Communications press the tkey.This test is necessary to gain authorisation forconnection to the network for SMS communication.‘Press Y if using PABX or N if not’ will be displayed.Press the tkey if you are using a PABX system orthe xkey if not.Press the xkey once it has completed. ‘Test PHCCommunications’ will be displayed, press the xkey.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.The same can be done for ‘Test SIA/CIDcommunications’. If the test has failed please seepage 55.Test Inputs [01]Input 01Test Days Left[77]Test Bell?Do Battery LoadTest?Testing Battery13.1V 0.60ATest PGMs?PGM Test [0003]Intruder AnyTest PHCCommunications?Test Sent to PHCTest Complete43

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.20 DiagnosticsThe diagnostics on the PCX system allows you to view all parts of the system, including input resistances,power supplies and current.The diagnostic resolution is:‣ Voltage: 0.1V‣ Current: 0.01AThe diagnostics that can be viewed are:‣ System voltage and current at the control panel and at each individual power supply.‣ System voltage at each keypad / tag reader.‣ Battery condition and charge current at control panel or any remote power supply.‣ Display inputs – current state of all inputs connected to a single system component, displayed in realtime. In the “View Inputs” function‣ Calibration – permits calibration if control panel PSU voltage, using a calibrated meter.‣ View IP Network Related Data – If an MSX IP card is connected, the IP information can be viewedhere.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:DIAGNOSTICSDiagnosticsUsing the band xkeys, scroll to‘DIAGNOSTICS’ Press the tkeyDIAGNOSTICS?To view the diagnostics of the power supplies pressthe tkeyView PSUs?The Endstation PSU statistics will be displayed. Pressthe tkey.Endstation PSU14.4V 0.20AEnter the address of the RIX you wish to view.Repeat for each RIX. Press the tkey.Repeat for the ROXs, Keypads and Readers youhave on the system.RIX PSU [00]13.65A 0.15APress the tkey.To view the input diagnostics, press the tkey.‘Endstation Inputs’ will be displayed. To view theEndstation inputs only, press the tkey.The status of the inputs will be shown.C = Closed. O = Open. F = Fault (Tamper)Press the tkey.The circuit resistance will be shown on any on theinputs you choose (enter the input number).OC: Open Circuit, CC: Closed CircuitDF: Detector Fault, DM: Detector MaskedView Inputs?ccccOccFInput [01] [1]01.0KPress the xkey.44

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALEnter a RIX address and repeat the above for the RIXinputs. Press the xkey. Repeat for the keypad andreader inputs. Press the xkey. ‘View Inputs’ will bedisplayed, press the xkey.If you would like to calibrate the PSU voltage of thePCX system, Press the tkey and enter. Place a calibrated volt meteracross the battery connectors (with the batterydisconnected) or across the auxiliary terminals anduse the banduntil you reach the desiredvoltage (13.7V is the recommended value). Press thetkey.View IP Network Related Data?Displays the IP address, Subnet mask, Routeraddress, and MAC address (if an IP module card isconnected).RIX Inputs?Calibration?[******]View IP NetworkRelated Data?5.21 Set Up DownloadingThe PCX system has uploading and downloading capability. The PCX UDL Software allows you to monitorthe status of each input, alter programming, and review the logs.There are two ways that the panel communicates with the PC, one is remotely; via the telephone line (thusyou will require the digi modem card (PCX-DIGI+ARM) and the other is directly; by using an RS232 lead(PCX-RS232L) which connects into the MSX expander card and your PC.5.21.1 DOWNLOAD BYSelect either RS232 (direct connection) or Modem (remote dial in connection).5.21.2 SECURITY MODEThis function allows you to choose a range of dialling modes that can be used:‣ Auto Answer: permits the PC to dial into the panel.‣ Dial Back: permits the PC to dial the panel, which hangs up the call and dials the PC back to establishcommunication.‣ Panel Dials: does not allow the PC to dial into the panel at all.All modes allow the panel to dial the PC without restriction. At any time, the panel can be forced to dial thePC by entering the Manager menu and selecting the Dial Out Menu. Please see page 54.5.21.3 TELEPHONE LINEDedicated Line: When the PC dials the panel, it will respond immediately.Shared Line: When the PC dials the panel, it will hang up after the second ring, and dial again. The first callprimes the panel, which will then answer the second call.5.21.4 ARM / MODEM TELEPHONE NUMBERTo be used in conjunction with the ‘DIAL OUT MENU’ function (see page: 54), these are programmed forthe appropriate PC. For example, the line the PCX is connected to might have “bar incoming calls” thereforeyou can have the PCX dialling a PC, you will just need to enter a ‘Modem Telephone Number’, i.e. thenumber that the PC’s modem is connected to, and then exit engineers (to save all the data) and go to dialout menu and select the operation. The arm telephone number is used to send information to the PCsoftware for monitoring purposes..45

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:SET UP DOWNLOADINGSet Up DownloadingUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘SET UPDOWNLOADING’. Press the tkeyDownload ByPress the [ and ] keys to select the differentoptions. Press the tkey.Security ModePress the [ and ] keys to select the differentoptions. Press the tkey.Telephone LinePress the [ and ] keys to select the differentoptions. Press the tkey.Number of Rings Before AMCOnly available if ‘Modem’ has been selected.Enter the number of rings needed to prime the panelto answer the next call (1-15). Press the tkey.Modem Speed will be displayed. DO NOT ALTERTHIS SETTINGEnter the Arm telephone number.Press the tkey.SET UPDOWNLOADING?Download byModem [1]Security ModeAuto Answer [0]Telephone LineDedicated [0]Number of RingsBefore AMC [05]ARM Tel No_Program PCsSelect the PC that will be used for programming.Press the tkey. ‘Modem Tel No’ will be displayed,Enter the telephone number of the PC that the panelwill communicate with.Send AlarmsProgram Pcs[1]Press the [ and ] keys to select the differentoptions. Press the tkey. Repeat for Send Faults,Send Open/Close and Send Access Ctrl. Press thetkey. ‘Program PCs’ will be displayed. Repeat forfurther PCs or press the xkey.If required, enter a text password (this protects thesystem from anyone dialling in – the PC softwaremust have this password as well)(See page 11). Press the tkey.Select the number of redials which the panel willattempt (0-15). Press the tkey.Press the xkey. You will be returned to theEngineer Menu.Send AlarmsNo [0]Password_Redials[03]46

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.22 Program ARC / SMS?The PCX system can be used to dial to an Alarm Receiving Centre or send SMS texts to a mobile phone.5.22.1 PROGRAMMING FAST FORMATThe Fast Format type 4.16.1 is selected as default for the digi. Up to four numbers can be programmed,each with individual account numbers, channel information and back up telephone number option. Thechannels can be individually programmed in the “Program Digi Channels” section. Each channel uses aprogrammable output number. The default values are described on below:DIGI CHANNELS PGMs DIGI CHANNELS PGMsDigi Channel 1 Fire (0001) Digi Channel 9 Global Fault 2 (0056)Digi Channel 2 PA Device Any (0009) Digi Channel 10 Test ATS Comms (0064)Digi Channel 3 Unconfirmed Any (0018) Digi Channel 11 Unused (0000)Digi Channel 4 Final Arm All (0004) Digi Channel 12 Unused (0000)Digi Channel 5 Tamper Any (0007) Digi Channel 13 Unused (0000)Digi Channel 6 Bypass Rearm Any (0017) Digi Channel 14 Unused (0000)Digi Channel 7 Confirmed Any (0006) Digi Channel 15 Unused (0000)Digi Channel 8 AC Mains Fail (0052) Digi Channel 16 Unused (0000)The communicator “status channel” (channel 0) is used for low voltage and test calls.5.22.2 GPRSIf required, a GPRS module can be connected to the PCX which will enable GPRS communication if the digimodem communication was to fail sending signals. To set up the details of the APN, User Id and passwordwill need to entered.5.22.3 ADDING A PAUSEFor a 2 second pause after a telephone number digit, press the key until you reach the ‘comma’ symbol(‘,’). This is usually used if a ‘9’ is needed before the telephone number.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAM ARC/SMS (Fast Format and GPRS)Program ARC / SMSUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PROGRAMARC/SMS’ Press the tkeyTo ‘Program ARC / SMS’ will be displayed, toprogram in an ARC number, press the tkeyDisable Digi/SMSPress the [ and ] keys to select between YES orNO. Press the tkey.Use the numeric keys to select the ARC details toprogram. Press the tkeyPress the [ and ] keys to select between YES orNO. Press the tkey.Choose FormatFast 4.16.1 will already be selected (Default). If youwish to change this use the key to scroll throughthe different formats. Press the tkeyPROGRAM ARC/SMS?Disable DIGI/SMSYes [1]ActiveYes [1]47

Enter the 1 st telephone number.PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALPress the tkey.Enter the 2 nd telephone number.Press the tkey.TO ADD A PAUSE, PRESS THE KEY UNTIL ACOMMA IS DISPLAYED.ARC AccountUse the numeric keys to program the account numberof the central station (this will be given to you by yourARC). Press the tkey.Select the DIGI channels you require to be sent to theARC. Please see the table on page 47 for the defaultchannels. Press the tkey. Repeat for the restoresyou require to be sent to the ARC. Press the tkey.First No.One ARC AccountChannels 1-16................Select the number of redials you require (0-15). Pressthe tkey. Repeat for the Time Out (The time thatthe panel will wait for a reply. Press the tkey.Redials[03]Low Battery ReportPress the [ and ] keys to select between YES orNO. Press the tkey.Low Batt. ReportNo [0]Test CallsPress the [ and ] keys to select between NO orTIMED which the different options.(If Timed is chosen you will need to enter the hoursand minutes once you have pressed the tkey).Press the tkey. ARC Details will be displayed.Repeat the above for any other ARC stations you areusing. Press the xkey. ‘Program ARC/SMS Calls?’will be displayed, press the xkey.Program Digi ChannelsPress the tkey to check that the Digi Channels arewhat the ARC are looking for.The first Digi Channel will be shown, once you havechecked this is correct, press the tkey to move tothe next. To change this channel please see page 32for the output types. Once you have completed all theDigi Channels, ‘Program Digi Channels will bedisplayed’. Press the xkey.Setup GPRS?If a GPRS module is connected, this will requireassigning. Press the tkey Enter the GPRS APN,User ID and password. Press the tkeyTest CallsNo [0]Program DigiChannels?Digi 01 is [0001]FireSetup GPRS?3 Calling method will be displayed. Press the tkey.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.48

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.22.4 PROGRAMMING CONTACT ID, SIA AND SMSThe Contact ID, SIA and SMS signalling protocols can also be used. However the programming differs fromFast Format, here you have to select fixed content types (as opposed to programmable outputs) you wouldlike to be sent to the ARC. The table below shows the SIA, SMS and Contact ID types.EventEventNumberEventFormatContent Type SIA code Contact IDcodeUnset System 1 1 12 OP 1401Set System 2 1Alarm on Input 3 2Tamper on Input (expanded later) 4 2 TA 1144Duress Code 5 1 28 HA 1121Two key PA 6 3 28 PA 1120Code Guessing 7 3 28 JA 1421Alarm Silenced 8 1 7 OR 1406Clock Set From 9 0 11Clock Set To 10 0 11 JT 1625Manager Access 11 4Deleted Code 12 4 11 JX 1306Changed Code 13 4 11 JV 1306Engineer Access 14 0 13 LB 1627Engineer Exit 15 0 13 LX 1628System Restart 16 0 11 1305Brown Out 17 5Low Volts 18 5 10 AT 1302Mains (signal later in list) 19 5 AT 1301Mains OK (signal later in list) 20 5 AR 3301Battery Disconnect 21 5 10 YT 1311Battery Connect 22 5 10 YR 3311Battery Charge 23 5Battery Load Fail 24 5 10 YT 1309Telecom Line 25 5 10Telecom Line OK 26 5 10Twin Device 27 5 11High Resistance 28 5ID Line Short 29 5 10 TA 1300Fuse 1 30 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 2 31 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 3 32 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 4 33 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 5 34 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 6 (not used) 35 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 7 (not used) 36 5 10 IA 1300Fuse 8 (not used) 37 5 10 IA 1300RS485 fault (not used) 38 5 10 IA 1300Case Tamper 39 5 5 TA 1173System (SAB) Tamper 40 5 5 TA 1321DIGI STU Siren 1 41 5DIGI STU Siren 2 42 5DIGI STU Strobe 43 5Calibrate EEPROM 44 5Tag at Reader 45 6 15Invalid Tag 46 7 16 JA 1421Door Left Open 47 7 14 DL 1426Door Forced 48 7 14 DFDevice Fail 49 5 10 ET 1333Excess Charge 50 5 10Excess Current 51 5 11Battery Critical 52 5 10 YT 1302Modem Failed 53 5 10 1330STU Telecom Line 54 5STU Telecom Line OK 55 5 9Set Fail 56 1 4 CI 1454Ward Unset 57 6 21 OG 1402Ward Set 58 6 22 CG 3402Ward Alarm 59 9 23 BA 1130Ward Silenced 60 6 21 OG 1402Secure Set System 61 1 1Input Omitted 62 2 BB 1570Logs Cleared 63 0 11 1621Red Care Reset 64 0Engineer Reset 65 0 11 3313Anti-Code Reset 66 049

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALEventEventNumberEventFormatContent Type SIA code Contact IDcodeInput Soak Start 67 2Input Soak Stop 68 2Soak Time Set 69 10Clean Started 70 0 11 1305First Trip On Input 71 2Site Changed 72 0 11 YG 1306DIGI Fail Tone 73 0DIGI Fail Comms 74 0 10 1350Ward Input Unset 75 9 21 OG 1402Ward Input Set 76 9 22 CG 3402Ward Input Silenced 77 9 21 OG 1402Input Special Log Opened 78 2 19 UA (BA)(not UK)Input Special Log Closed 79 2 20 UR (BR)(not UK)Input Special Log Switcher Opened 80 2 17 UA (BA)(not UK)Input Special Log Switcher Closed 81 2 18 UR (BR)(not UK)Confirmed Output 82 0 8 BV 1139Special Unset 83 1 3 OP 1401CHC Call Failed 84 0 11Shunt Closed 85 2 21 1402Shunt Opened 86 2 22 3402Input Walk Tested 87 2 24 1607Input Force Armed 88 2 30 1570Input Omitted at Rearm 89 2 30 BB 1570STU comms failure on STU input indication. 90 0 10 1350Entry Shock Input operated 91 2Fault on a device at rearm 92 5 10 UB 1572A input in alarm has restored. 93 2Walk test completed 94 0Walk Test Failed 95 0Mains Fail Alarm 96 5 27 AT 1301Restore of mains fail alarm 97 5 27 AR 3301System Rearm 98 8 1 CP 3463Auto set cancelled by user 99 1 2 CE 3405System set by auto set 100 8 1 CA 3403System unset by auto unset 101 8 2 OA 1403CCTV Line fail 102 2 9 1351CCTV line OK 103 2 9 3351Input non-activity - logged 104 2Device Restored 105 5 10 ER 3333Override prevention of setting 106 5Code Added 107 4 11 JV 1306STU one path fail 108 5Logs nearly full 109 0 11 2316PC dialled the panel 110 0 1412Input Isolated (CHECK) 111 2ARC Call Start 112 0ARC Call OK 113 0Exit Started By 114 4Set Fail (with input) 115 2 4Entry Time Started (with input) 116 2Sounder Tested 117 0Invalid code used (When set) 118 0Detector fault 119 2 10 1324Engineer reset needed 120 0 11 1313Detector Masked 121 2 10 1324EDS Fob to off 122 0EDS Fob to alert 123 0EDS Fob to full 124 0EDS exit time to full 125 0EDS Alert time clock 126 0EDS full time clock 127 0EDS female time clock 128 0EDS male time clock 129 0EDS Aux clock activated 130 0EDS Aux clock De-activated 131 0EDS Soak Fail 132 0EDS Entry Route Delay 133 0EDS Light Trigger 134 050

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALEventEventNumberEventFormatContent Type SIA code Contact IDcodeEDS Voice Trigger 135 0EDS Alarm Trigger 136 0EDS Digi Trigger 137 0EDS Cancel Activated 138 0EDS Cancel De-activated 139 0EDS Cancel late close 140 0EDS 24 hour input tamper 141 0ESD 24 hour input active 142 0EDS timers reset 143 0EDS Force Alarm 144 0Access Exit Request 145 5 3 DX 1425Environmental Warning 146 0PC - Clock set from 147 0PC - Clock set to 148 0 11 JT 1625Input Walk Failed 149 0PA walk test request 150 0PA walk test accept 151 0PA walk test cancel 152 0PA input walk tested 153 0ATM disarmed 154 0ATM armed 155 0Radio PA suspicion 156 0Service required 157 0Flood Active 158 2 5 WA 1133Hydrogen Peroxide Active 159 2 5 UA 1133Temperature/humidity active 160 2 5 UA 1133Shore DC problem 161 2 5 UA 1133Shore AC Problem 162 2 5 UA 1133Hydrogen Active 163 2 5 UA 1133Power Fault 164 2 5 UA 1133Fire Input Active 165 2 5 FA 1110Day Alarm Input Active 166 2 5 BA 1133Intruder input active 167 2 5 BA 1130Radio low battery 168 2 5 XT 1384Radio Jamming 169 2 5 XQ 1344Radio supervision failure 170 2 5 UY 1381Fire key pressed 171 3 5Radio hub jamming 172 5 5Radio hub jam restore 173 5 5Event Poll fails 174 0Event Poll Fails Restore 175 0Radio device low battery restore 176 2Radio device tamper restore 177 2Radio device supervision restore 178 2All Following events are sent – not logged N=179Burglary Alarm N+0 2 5 BA 1130Fire Alarm N+1 2 28 FA 1110Gas Alarm N+2 2 5 GA 1151PA Alarm N+3 2 28 PA 1120Holdup Alarm N+4 2 28 HA 1122Tamper Alarm N+5 2 5 TA 1137Stopped Set N+6 1 31 OP 1406Final Set N+7 1 1 CL 3401Tamper On Input N+8 2 5 TA 1144Burglary Alarm Once N+9 2 6 BA 1130Fire Alarm Once N+10 2 6 FA 1110Gas Alarm Once N+11 2 6 GA 1151PA Alarm Once N+12 2 6 PA 1120Holdup Alarm Once N+13 2 6 HA 1122Tamper Alarm Once N+14 2 6 TA 1137Burglary Restore N+15 2 25 BH 3130Fire Restore N+16 2 28 FH 3110Gas Restore N+17 2 25 GH 3151PA Restore N+18 2 28 PH 3120Hold Up Restore N+19 2 28 HH 3122Tamper Restore N+20 2 25 TH 3137Test Call N+21 0 26 RP 1602Telecom line fault N+22 5 10 1351Telecom line OK N+23 5 9 3351Entry/Exit alarm N+24 2 5 BA 1134Entry/Exit alarm once N+25 2 6 BA 1134Entry/Exit Restore N+26 2 25 BH 313451

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALEventEventNumberEventFormatContent Type SIA code Contact IDcodeTamper On Input Restore N+27 2 25 TH 3144No Input Activity - sent N+28 2 5 NA 16802 key PA restore N+29 3 25 PR 3120iD line short restore N+30 5 25 TR 3300Fuse fail restore N+31 5 25 IR 3300Case tamper restore N+32 5 25 TR 3137System (SAB) tamper restore N+33 5 25 YH 3321Day alarm N+34 2 5 BA 1133Day alarm once N+35 2 6 BA 1133Day alarm restore N+36 2 25 BH 3133Abort N+37 1 31 1406Perimeter N+38 2 5 BA 1131Interior Alarm N+39 2 5 BA 1132Interior Alarm Once N+40 2 6 BA 1132Interior Alarm Restore N+41 2 25 BH 3132Forced Set N+42 1 2 CF 3401Detector Fault N+43 2 10 BT 1324Detector Masked N+44 2 10 BT 1324Radio low battery restore N+45 2 25 XR 3384Radio Jamming restore N+46 2 25 XH 3344Radio Supervision restore. N+47 2 25 UJ 3381Detector Masked Restore N+48 2 25 BJ 3324Detector Fault Restore N+49 2 25 BJ 3324Perimeter Alarm N+50 2 5 1131Perimeter Alarm Once N+51 2 6 1131Perimeter Restore N+52 2 25 3131Keybox Alarm N+53 2 5 1250Keybox Alarm Once N+54 2 6 1250Keybox Restore N+55 2 25 3250Medical Alarm N+56 2 29 MA 1100Medical Alarm Once N+57 2 6 MA 1100Medical Alarm Restore N+58 2 29 MH 3100Fire Input Omitted N+59 2 30 FB 1571Day Alarm Input Omitted N+60 2 30 BB 1572Input Omitted N+61 2 30 BB 157052

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:PROGRAMME DIGI/SMS (Contact ID, SIA, SMS)Follow the instructions on page: 47 and when ‘chooseformat’ is displayed follow the below proceduresChoose FormatSelect the following for either Contact ID, SMS, orSIA: (or use the [ and ] keys to scroll throughthem)128 = SIA Level 1, 129 = SIA 3,130 = Contact iD, 131-140 = SMS protocolsPress the tkeyNote: The rest of the formats should not be usedContact ID / SIA / SMSEnter the 1 st telephone number.Press the tkey.Enter the 2 nd telephone number.Format [128]SIA Level 1First No.Press the tkey.Valid AreasEnter the areas that are required and press tValid Areas[0123ABCD]ARC Account (For Content ID and SIA)Use the D key to select whether to have an accountcode for each area. Press the tkey.Use the numeric keys to program the account numberof the central station (this will be given to you by yourARC). Press the tkey.Using the numeric keys select the content types youwould like to use. Please see page: Error! Bookmarknot defined. for the different types. Press thetkey.Repeat for contents 17-32. Press the tkey.Select the number of redials you require (0-15). Pressthe tkey. Repeat for the Time Out (The time thatthe panel will wait for a reply). Press the tkey.Test CallsEnter : for No. Enter : for Timed (If Timed ischosen you will need to enter the hours and minutes –press the tkey). Press the tkey. ARC Detailswill be displayed. Repeat the above for any otherARC stations you are using. Press the xkey.‘Program Digi/SMS Calls?’ will be displayed, pressthe xkey. ‘Program Digi Channels’ will bedisplayed and Press the xkey. ‘Program SMSDetails’ will be displayed and Press the tkey.Area Accounts?No [0]ARC Account_Channels 1-16................Test CallsNo [0]53

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUAL5.23 PC Connect MenuThe PC Connect Menu can be used to dial to a remote PC (rather than the PC dialling the control panel).The modem telephone numbers can be programmed in ‘Set Up Downloading’ – see page: 46. The followingactions can be performed: Connect to PC, Test Call, Arm Service (You must use the ARM software for this),Data from PC, Data to PC, Diagnostics and Commissions.There is a shortcut to connect to ‘PC number 1’ from the day mode display, and that is performed by enteringthe code ‘5555’. The display will not change but will dial the PC programmed in ‘Set up downloading’PC Connect MenuVisual Keypad Programming Procedure:PC CONNECT MENUUsing the band xkeys, scroll to ‘PC CONNECTMENU’. Press the tkey.Enter the PC number you wish to dial. Press tSelect OperationUse the [ and ] keys to scroll through thedifferent options. Press the tkeyIf the call fails, check your telephone connections andmodem numbers.Select OperationConnect to PC[0]Calling Remote PC5.24 Factory DefaultIt is essential that the Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) be reset at initial power up of a new system, to ensurethat the initialisation is correct to factory defaults.The factory default will clear most of the information and set all options back to default. After the system hascompleted an factory default, it will prompt with ‘Clear Codes?’ If ‘Yes’ is selected then all user codes will becleared. Once this has completed, the system will then prompt ‘Clear Logs’. If ‘Yes’ is selected, all the logswill be cleared. The process below describes how to do this.Visual Keypad Programming Procedure:FACTORY DEFAULT?Using the band xkeys, scroll to ‘FACTORYDEFAULT?’FACTORY DEFAULT?Press the tkey.The following will be displayed:Enter “Please Wait” will be displayed, and then ‘FactoryDefault complete’.Press the tkey. “Clear Codes” will be displayed”.If you would like to clear all the codes then press thetkey now, Press x if not.“Clear Logs” will bedisplayed. If you would like to clear the logs thenpress the tkey now. Press xif not.You will be returned to the Engineer Menu.FACTORY DEFAULT[ ]Clear Codes?Clear Logs?54

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALFAULTS & DEVICE FAILDevice Fail / Active FaultsIf a device on the PCX system is not installed correctly or has lost its communication with the panel,“DEVICE FAIL” will be shown on the LCD keypad followed by a 3-figure device code. The first digit identifieseach type of device:DEVICE FAIL 100 = End StationDEVICE FAIL 200 = KeypadDEVICE FAIL 300 = Tag Reader / Door Station / RIX2DEVICE FAIL 400 = Remote Input ExpanderDEVICE FAIL 500 = Remote Output ExpanderThe digits after refer to that devices address, for example:DEVICE FAIL 401 = means that the Remote Input Expander addressed as “01” has a problem.Fault IndicationsCOMMUNICATION FAULTSFault Description SolutionMODEMFAULTDIGI FAILCOMMPHC TESTFAILLINE FAULT100ATE LINEFAULTATE FAILCOMMATSF 1Path/Both 100End Station unable tocommunicate with Digi ModemCall to ARC from Digi ModemDigiModem has failed. Note:This is a communicationproblem, which is rarelycaused by an equipment fault.Unable to communicate withPyronix Host Computer.Note: This would also result ifthe telephone line hadpremium rate calls blocked.PSTN Line Fault signalled byDigi Modem.PSTN Line Fault signalled bydevice using ATE pins on EndStation.Call to ARC from device usingEnd Station ATE pins hasfailed. Note: This is acommunication problem,which is rarely caused by anequipment fault.Signalling equipment hasfailed to signal on one of itspaths or both of its path.If modem not present, ensure that “Disable Digi” optionis set to ‘YES’ and “DOWNLOAD MODE” is set to‘NONE’ or ‘RS232’. If present, but not detected, checkDigi Modem is inserted correctly and completeinitialisation by pressing End Station ‘RESET’ button for2 seconds.Check ALL call details are programmed correctly.Ensure signalling format is correctly set for ARCreceiver. If only one call number programmed, ensure“STOP ON SUCCESS” = ‘YES’ and “TRY SAME” isselected – NOT “TRY NEXT”.Ensure Digi is enabled, and at least one SMS call iscorrectly programmed. Check that ordinary phone onsame line connects to PHC and modem tones heard - ifnot, problem is PSTN – NOT equipment. De-programSMS content types for each call, exit Engineer menu,press RESTART button, and retry PHC test fromManager menu.Only operative if "DOWNLOAD BY MODEM" selectedOR "DISABLE DIGI/SMS" is set to 'NO'Note: 'Line Fault' timer operative.Only operative if Site Option "DIGIREPLY" is set to'STU' or 'Digicom.' Check voltage on input pin– if +5/12volts, device connected is showing fault.Note: 'Line Fault' timer operativeOnly operative if Site Option "DIGIREPLY" is set to'Digicom.'Check voltage on input – if +5/12 volts, deviceconnected is showing fault.The control panel will automatically signal a test on ATEoutput 10 – if the signalling equipment has still failed theerror message will be displayed again. If not everythingwill return to normal.55

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALRS-485 BUS PROBLEMSFault Description SolutionDEVICE FAILxxx485/COMMSLOSTKeypaddisplay isBLANKKEYS LOCKEDOUTDevice on RS-485communications bus failing tocommunicateDisplayed on keypad that hasnot yet establishedcommunications with EndStationKeypad address does notmatch any keypad enabledMore than one deviceconnected at the sameaddressIdentify device from numeric code.Check device addressed correctly to matchprogramming. Check connections at device, and cablingto it. If above correct, re-boot device, followed by re-bootof End Station.Part of routine initialisation procedure.If persists, check display at other keypad(s) to confirm ifdevice failure at that keypad or complete system RS-485failure (temporarily attach additional keypad direct toEnd Station if necessary).Check keypad address, noting that a keypad at address00 must be present to program system.Also check "Assigning Keypads" menu in Engineermode set up correctly.Correct addressing so that no overlaps. Then powersystem down and up again to correctly reinitialise.DETECTION FAULTSFault Description SolutionSABTAMPERCASETAMPERSIREN xTAMPERSTROBETAMPERCodeGuessingTamper fault detected onconnection from SABCase tamper switch openMonitors for Germanspecification fault conditionson relay plug-onUp to 30 Invalid key presseshave been entered or 7 invalidtags have been presented.Terminal BT should be at or near 0v.If not, is SAB Tamper switch closed?Check Fuse F6 intact, and connections to SAB.Secure switch closedPCX- and above.For UK use, Site Option "DIGI-REPLY" should NOT beset to 'Relay monitor'.Press the X key to clear.POWER SUPPLY PROBLEMSFault Description SolutionBATTERYFAULT xxxBAT LOADFAILBATTERYCRITICALMAINS FAILxxxFUSE x FAULTLOW VOLTSxxxBattery Fuse (F4) failed,OR Battery not present,OR Battery volts lowBattery Load Test has failedBattery being disconnectedMains supply failedFuse identified failed,OR Output protected by fusedrawing excessive currentPower supply volts lowNote: This indication should be expected duringrecharge after a mains failure.Only displays if option selected.Battery uncharged or capacity below specification mayneed replacing.Protects battery from deep discharge damage duringextended mains failure.Note: System is now powered down!System detects mains frequency out of specification, aswell as voltage. Note: 'AC FAIL' timer operativeFuse 1 = PGMs, Fuse 2 = BELLFuse 3 = ID Fuse 4 = AUXFuse 5: BATTERY Fuse 6 = BUSBattery volts below normal 'battery fault' level duringmains failure56

PCX PROGRAMMING MANUALENGINEER INDICATIONSFault Description SolutionEngineerAccess DeniedCheck FailedInput xxxError inputpart’ns notaccessibleError somepart’ns cannotbe disarmedAccess to Engineer menuNOT possible, as system isnot fully disarmed.Input in fault on attempting toexit Engineer mode.A input has been programmedto a area for which no armingpoint is valid to disarm.Arming points have beenprogrammed such that it ispossible to arm a area, but notdisarm it.Ensure that ALL areas are disarmed, using a suitableuser codes / tags at appropriate keypads / readers.Applies to 24-hour tamper, or other input types thatwould generate an alarm condition if the system werereturned to disarmed mode.Also applies to tamper fault on other input types.Check for fault on input, or omit in programming.It would therefore be impossible to fully disarm thesystem after a tamper alarm on that input.Programming must be adjusted before exiting Engineermode.Programming must be adjusted before exiting Engineermode.CHAPTER 6: CONTACT INFORMATIONAddressPyronix Ltd.Pyronix HouseBraithwell WayHellaby, RotherhamS66 8QY, UKHelp LineCustomer Support line: +44(0)845 6434 999 (localrate) Or telephone: +44(0)1709 535225Opening TimesOpening hours: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PMMonday to FridayEmail:customer.support@pyronix.comWebsites:www.pyronix.comPyronix Ltd. reserves the right to adjust specifications of this system, at any time and without notice, in theinterests of product improvement. Pyronix Ltd. is an independent British company specialising in the designand manufacture of high-quality security control equipment.57

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QUICK FIND GUIDECOMMUNICATIONFunction Description PagesPROGRAM ARC/SMS?ENGINEER RESTOREOPTIONS?SET UP DOWNLOADING?Programming of telephone numbers, digi channels and SMSdetails.Page: 47Anti code and Engineer resets after alarms Page: 39Makes the system available for upload/download via amodem or RS232 lead.Page: 45PC CONNECT MENU? Makes the system dial to a PC. Page: 49ALARM RESPONSE? Disable Confirm on Entry, Inputs to Confirm Page: 31SYSTEM OPTIONS? Arm with faults / One Area System / Quick Arm etc Page: 38ENGINNER TEST FUNCTIONSFunction Description PagesENGINEER TESTS? Walk Test, PGM test, PHC Communications Test Page: 41DIAGNOSTICS? Readings of the PSU, Input Resistances, etc. Page: 44ADDRESSING DEVICESFunction Description PagesINSTALLKEYPADS/READERS?Address Keypads, Readers, Access Control Page: 21INSTALL RIX? Address Remote Input Expanders Page: 15PROGRAM OUTPUTS? Address Remote Output Expanders Page: 35PROGRAMMING OPTIONSFunction Description PagesPROGRAM INPUTS? Programs input types, attributes etc Page: 15PROGRAM OUTPUTS? Programs output types Page: 35PROGRAM TIMERS?CHANGE CODES?Programs bell time, confirm time, entry/exit time, bell delayetc.Programs Duress, Manager & Engineer codes. For userplease see the user manual RINS 867.Page: 25Page: 28TABLESFunction Description PagesFAULTS / DEVICE FAIL Fault descriptions Page: 55INPUT TYPES Table of all the input types available Page: 15OUTPUT TYPES Table of all the output types available Page: 32COMMUNICATION