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TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS CD-13887 Rev. 5.0 - February 1, 2006 Installing an Alarm Option Kit Page 1 Installing an Alarm Option Kit These technical instructions provide details on installing an Alarm Option Kit on a March Networks 4000 Series recorder. The alarm and switch module, which is included in the Alarm Option Kit, is an external device that provides additional inputs and outputs for connection to optional alarm and switch devices. After you connect alarm and switch devices to the module, use the software applications to enable and configure the devices, as required. For more information, see “Accessing the Recorder and Connected Devices” on page 4. Unpacking the Alarm Option Kit Ensure the following items are located within the packaging: �Alarm and switch module (with installed mounting screws and lock washers) �20-pin terminal blocks (qty: 2) �200Ω end-of-line resistors (qty: 16) WARNING! �Before you install an alarm and switch module, ensure you power down the recorder. For more information see the installation guide accompanying the unit. �For 4000 Series DVRs, ensure the unit is running release 3.5 or later. For information about determining the release, see the description of the showvers command in the Provisioning Interface Technical Instructions. If the unit is running an earlier release, upgrade steps are provided in the Upgrade Technical Instructions. Both publications are included on your March Networks software CD. �The switch contact closure is designed to work only with low voltage devices. A rating of 30 volts DC should never be exceeded. Also, the switch load should never exceed 1 amp. If you are unsure about these specifications, consult an electrician before installing a switched device. CD-13887 Rev. 5.0 - February 1, 2006 Installing an Alarm Option Kit Page 2 Installing an Alarm and Switch Module To install the alarm and switch module, perform the following procedure: To install an alarm and switch module 1 Turn off the recorder using the key and wait for the LEDs to turn off. 2 Align the 15-pin connector at the rear of the alarm and switch module with the 15-pin Expansion Port at the rear of the docking station. The two pre-installed screws will align with the screw holes on either side of the connector. 3 While holding the module in one hand, tighten the screws. IMPORTANT: • Alternate between the two screws to ensure that the module connects evenly to the docking station. If you fully tighten one screw, then fully tighten the other, the module will not connect evenly. • Do not overtighten the screws. 4 Slide the two terminal blocks into the slots on the alarm and switch module. For easier access, we recommend you connect the device wires to the terminal blocks before you slide the terminal blocks into the alarm and switch module. For more information, see “Connecting Devices to the Alarm and Switch Module” on page 2. NOTE The alarm and switch module LED lights up when power is applied to the recorder. Figure 1: Installing an Alarm and Switch Module Connecting Devices to the Alarm and Switch Module After you install the alarm and switch module, connect alarm or switch devices to the individual terminals of the terminal blocks. Depending on the orientation of the terminal block, you may want to remove the terminal block for easier access to the terminals. Figure 2: Alarm and Switch Module Terminal Diagram Terminal Blocks Screws LED A1 COM COM A2 A3 COM COM A14 A13 A15 A4 A5 A16 COM NO1 NC1 A6 A7 C1 NO2 COM A8 NC2 C2 A9 NO3 NC3 C3 COM A10 A11 COM NO4 NC4 C4 A12 COM COM COM COM ALARMS SWITCHES CD-13887 Rev. 5.0 - February 1, 2006 Installing an Alarm Option Kit Page 3 To connect an alarm device 1 Ensure the unit is powered down and the LEDs at the front of the unit are off. 2 Strip the end of the alarm device cable to expose the wires. 3 Strip ¼" of insulation from the ends of the wires. 4 Locate the appropriate alarm terminals on the alarm and switch module terminal blocks. Refer to Figure 2 on page 2, or the diagram on the alarm and switch module. 5 Loosen the appropriate terminals by turning the corresponding screws counter-clockwise. 6 Insert the wires into the appropriate terminals of the terminal block. We recommend you use the COM terminal closest to the alarm terminal when connecting the common wire. 7 Tighten the terminals onto the wires by turning the corresponding screws clockwise. 8 Install a 200Ω resistor (included) in parallel with the alarm device, at the device. This allows the recorder to detect tampering with the alarm device. If the terminal blocks are not attached to the alarm and switch module, slide the two terminal blocks into the appropriate slots. 9 After you connect all of the alarm devices, you can turn on the unit. To connect a switch device 1 Ensure the unit is powered down and the LEDs at the front of the unit are off. 2 Strip the end of the switch device cable to expose the wires. 3 Strip ¼" of insulation from the ends of the wires. 4 Locate the appropriate switch terminals of the lower alarm and switch module terminal block. Refer to Figure 2 on page 2, or the diagram on the alarm and switch module. 5 Loosen the appropriate terminals by turning the corresponding screws counter-clockwise. 6 Insert the wires into the appropriate terminals of the terminal block: • Connect the switch device common wire to the appropriate common (C) terminal. • Depending on the switch’s default state, connect the normally-open or normally-closed wire to the corresponding normally-open (NO) or normally-closed (NC) terminal, respectively. 7 Tighten the terminals onto the wires by turning the corresponding screws clockwise. If the terminal block is not attached to the alarm and switch module, slide the terminal block into the lower slot. 8 After you connect all of the switch devices, you can turn on the unit. Alarm Terminal Blocks Diagram Terminals Switch Terminal Blocks Diagram Terminals CD-13887 Rev. 5.0 - February 1, 2006 Installing an Alarm Option Kit Page 4 Accessing the Recorder and Connected Devices After you connect devices and apply power to the recorder, use the March Networks software applications to enable and configure the devices. Depending on the recorder model, the software applications you use to access the devices vary, as outlined in the following table: Recorder model Software applications Use this application to... 4000 Series DVR DVR Configuration Tool •Enable and configure connected devices. •Test device connections by turning devices on and off. DVR Viewer •Test device connections by accessing live and recorded media. 4000 C Series NVR R5 Installer Console •Test device connections by turning devices on and off. R5 Administrator Console •Enable and configure connected devices.