DSC PC1580BABT Installation Manual
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Control Panel Specifications
Flexible Zone Configuration:
• Six fully programmable zones
• Seven Access Codes: five User, one Master and a
second Master code
• Normally Closed, Single EOL, Double EOL
• 23 Zone Types, 6 Programmable Zone Options
Audible Alarm Output:
• Supervised Bell Output (current limited at 3 amps), 12 VDC
• Steady or Pulsed Output
EEPROM Memory: Does not lose programming or
system status on complete AC and Battery failure
Programmable Outputs:
• Two Programmable Voltage Outputs, 20
programmable options
- One High Current (300 mA) PGM output on main
panel
- One Low Current (50 mA) PGM output on main
panel
Powerful 1.5 Amp Regulated Power Supply:
• 550 mA Auxiliary Supply, 12 VDC
• Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) components
replace fuses
• Supervision for loss of AC Power, Low Battery
• Internal Clock Locked to AC Power Frequency
Power Requirements:
• Transformer = 16.5 VAC, 40VA
• Battery = 12 volt 4 Ah minimum rechargeable sealed
lead acid
Remote Keypad Specifications:
• Three Different Keypads Available:
- PC5506T 6 Zone LED Keypad
- LCD5500T Alphanumeric Keypad
- PC1575RK 6 Zone LED Keypad
• The PC5506T and LCD5500T keypads have 5 Fully
Programmable Function Keys and Tampers
• Connect up to 8 Keypads
• Four Wire (Quad) Connection to KEYBUS
• Built in Piezoelectric Buzzer
Digital Communicator Specifications:
• Supports Major Formats including SIA, Scantronics 4-8-1
Slot and Contact ID
• Event Initiated Personal Paging
• Three Programmable Phone Numbers
• Two Account numbers
• DTMF and Pulse Dialing
• DPDT Line Seizure
• Anti-jam Feature
• Split Reporting of Selected Transmissions to Each
Telephone Number
System Introduction
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System Supervision Features
The PC1580 continuously monitors a number of possible
trouble conditions including:
• AC Power Failure
• Trouble by Zone
• Tamper by Zone
• Fire Trouble
• Telephone Line Trouble
• Failure to Communicate
• Low Battery Condition
• Bell Output Trouble
• Module Fault (Supervisory or Tamper)
• Loss of Internal Clock
• AUX Power Supply Fault
False Alarm Prevention Features
• Audible Exit Delay
• Audible Exit Fault
• Communication Delay
• Urgency on Entry Delay
• Quick Exit
Additional Features
• Auto Arm at Specified Time
• Keypad Activated Alarm Output and Communicator
Test
• All modules connect to the system via a four wire
KEYBUS up to 1000’/330m from main panel
• Event Buffer can be printed using PC5400 RS232 Serial
Interface module
• Supports the ESCORT 5580 Voice Prompt Module with
Automation/Lighting Control
• An Event Buffer which records the past 100 events with
both the time and date at which they occured
• Uploading and Downloading capability
• Local Downloading capability with the use of the
PC-LINK Adaptor
• Time compensation feature
1.2 Additional Devices
1.2.1 Keypads
A maximum of eight keypads can be connected to the
control panel and can be any combination of the following
listed.
• PC5506T 6 zone LED keypad with function keys and
tamper
• LCD5500T LCD keypad with function keys and tamper
• PC1575RK 6 zone LED keypad
1.2.2 ESCORT5580 Module
There are many benefits to adding the ESCORT5580 module
to a security system. The ESCORT5580 module will turn any
touch tone phone in the world into a fully functional keypad.
Imagine the security a customer would feel if they had the
ability to arm, disarm and check status of their alarm system
while at the office or on vacation.
All touch tone phones in the home also become system
keypads. For example, at bedtime, the phone beside the bed
can be used to arm the system. The addition of the
ESCORT5580 may reduce the cost of the overall installation,
eliminating the need for additional keypads and the labour of
running wires.
The ESCORT5580 will also act
as a tutor for the system. By
using clear, easy to understand
sentences, the voice module
helps guide the user through
functions they may otherwise
find difficult to navigate. Programmable zone labels (up to
6 words each from our library of over 240 words) makes the
system even easier to use.
The module also has a built-in power line control interface
and can control up to 32 power line control devices for
lighting and temperature control, giving you the power to
add home automation in a very cost effective manner.
Devices can be activated individually, as a group, by
schedule or can be activated when an event occurs on the
system, such as an alarm.
These are just a few of the applications available with the
addition of the ESCORT5580 module. For more information,
please refer to the ESCORT5580 Installation Manual.
1.2.3 PC5400 Printer Module
This module will give you the
added advantage for the
commercial customers who
like the idea of a permanent
record of openings and
closing but are put off by the
additional
monthly
monitoring charge. In addition, as reports are generated in
real-time, the customer will not have to wait for a monthly
report form the monitoring station.
The PC5400 Printer Module will allow the panel to print out
all events that occur on the system to any serial printer. The
printout will contain the time, date and the event that occurred
(see Section – 5.25 “On-site Printer”).
1.2.4 Downlook Video Transmission Module
The Downlook Still-Frame Video Transmission Module (DLM-
1/DLM-4) is the ideal solution for all business and residential
environments which require visual surveillance but where
the presence of on-site security personnel is impossible,
undesirable or unaffordable.
Downlook is the smart and inexpensive way to add visual
backup to your regular remote alarm signalling system,
meeting your demand for tighter security on a tight budget.
The added visual protection will reduce the incidence of
false alarms as well as surveillance costs, thus improving
the overall security protection.
For more information regarding the Downlook Video
Transmission Module, please consult the DLM-1/DLM-4
Installation Manuals.
1.2.5 Cabinets
Several different cabinets are available for the PC1580
modules. They are as follows:
PC5003C Cabinet
Control cabinet for the PC1580 main panel. Dimensions
288mm x 298mm x 78mm / 11.3” x 11.7” x 3” approximately.
PC5004C Cabinet
Cabinet to house the Escort5580 Module or the PC5400
Printer Module. Dimensions 229mm x 178mm x 65mm / 9”
x 7” x 2.6” approximately.
1.3 Out of the Box
Please verify that each of the following components is
included in your system:
• one PC1580 control cabinet
• one PC1580 control circuit board
• one keypad (LED keypad or LCD keypad)
• one Installation Manual including Programming
Worksheets
• one Instruction Manual for the end user
• one hardware pack consisting of:
- four plastic circuit board standoffs
- twelve 5600Ω (5.6K) resistors
- one 2200Ω (2.2K) resistors
- one 1000Ω (1K) resistor
- EGND Assembly
- one cabinet door plug
• 220V to16.5V AC transformer with fuseblock
• two yellow safety hazard warning labels to be applied by the
installer
Enclosed 240V AC Warning Labels
The Health & Safety (Signs and Signals) Regulations state
that warning signs must be displayed to warn people to be
careful to take precautions where a hazard exits.
These signs also comply to the Electricity at Work Regulation
1989 and BS5378.
The Regulations for Electrical Installation (16 Edition) Section
514-10 Warning Notice Voltage.
Every Item of Equipment or enclosure within which a voltage
exceeding 250 Volts exists, and where the presence of such
a voltage would not normally be expected, shall be so
arranged that before access is gained to a live part, a
warning of the maximum voltage present is clearly visible.
It is recommended that one of the enclosed warning stickers
be attached to the external area of the control panel housing
to give indication of voltage before access is gained to the
transformer area. The second enclosed warning sticker
should be placed on the front plate of the unswitched fuse
unit to give indication of mains connection within.
DSC accepts no responsibility for the non use of these
warning labels and can confirm that it is the responsibility of
the installation engineers to attach them to the required
devices during the installation process. The warning labels
are enclosed to be used in accordance with the Health and
Safety regulations and also the electricity at work act 1989.
The following Sections provide a thorough description of how to
wire and configure devices and zones.
2.1 Installation Steps
The following steps are provided to assist you with installing
the panel. We suggest that you read this section in its entirity
before you begin. Once you have an overall understanding of
the installation process, carefully work through each step.
Working in this manner will reduce the number of problems as
well as the amount of time required for a complete installation.
Step 1 Create a Layout
Draw a rough sketch of the building to get an idea of where
all alarm detection devices, keypads and other modules
are to be located.
Step 2 Mounting the Panel
Locate the panel in a dry area close to an unswitched AC
power source and the incoming telephone line. Before
attaching the cabinet to the wall, be sure to press the four
circuit board mounting studs into the cabinet from the back.
After you have attached the cabinet to the wall, stick the
provided DSC logo sticker on the front of the cabinet.
You must complete all wiring before applying AC or
connecting the battery to the panel.
Step 3 Wiring the KEYBUS (Section 2.3)
Wire the KEYBUS to each of the modules following the
guidelines provided in Section 2.3 of this manual.
Step 4 Zone Wiring (Section 2.8)
You must power down the control panel to complete all
zone wiring. Please refer to Section 2.8 when connecting
zones using normally closed loops, single EOL resistors,
double EOL resistors, Fire zones and Keyswitch Arming
zones.
Step 5 Complete Wiring (Section 2.2)
Complete all other wiring including bells or sirens, phone
line connections, and ground connections following the
guidelines provided in Section 2.2 (“Terminal
Descriptions”).
Step 6 Power up the Control
Once all zone and KEYBUS wiring is complete, power up
the control panel.
The panel will not power up on the battery connec-
tion alone.
Step 7 Keypad Assignment (Section 2.5)
In order for keypads to be properly supervised, each must
be assigned to a different slot. Please follow the guidelines
provided in Section 2.5 when assigning keypads.
Step 8 Supervision (Section 2.6)
The supervision of every module by the panel is
automatically enabled upon power up. Please verify that
all modules appear on the system according to the
instructions in Section 2.6.
Step 9 Programming the System (Sections 4 and 5)
Section 4 explains how to program the panel. Section 5
contains a complete description of the various
programmable features, which options are available and
how they function. The Programming Worksheets (pages
25-33) should be filled out completely before attempting
to program the system.
Step 10 Testing the System
The panel must be thoroughly tested to ensure that all
features and functions are operating as programmed.
2.2 Terminal Descriptions
AC Terminals – AC (50Hz)
The panel requires a 16.5 volt, 40 VA transformer. Connect
the transformer to an unswitched AC source and connect
the transformer to these terminals.
Do not connect the transformer until all other wiring
is complete.
The panel must have a power line frequency of
50Hz.
Battery Connection
A 12V 4Ah rechargable gel-cell battery is used as a back up
source of power in the event of an AC power failure. The
battery also provides additional current when the panel’s
demands exceed the power output of the transformer, such
as when the panel is in alarm.
Do not connect the battery until all other wiring is
complete.
Connect the RED battery lead to the positive battery terminal;
connect the BLACK lead to negative.
Auxiliary Power Terminals – AUX+ and AUX-
These terminals provide up to 550 mA of additional current
at 12 VDC for devices requiring power. Connect the positive
side of any device requiring power to the AUX+ terminal, the
negative side to AUX- (ground). The AUX output is protected.
This means that if too much current is drawn from these
terminals (such as a wiring short), the panel will temporarily
shut off the output until the problem is corrected.
Bell Output Terminals – BELL+ and BELL- (Section 3.4)
These terminals provide up to 700 mA of continuous current
at 12 VDC for powering bells, sirens, strobes or other warning-
type equipment. Connect the positive side of any alarm
warning device to BELL+, the negative side to BELL–.
Please note that the Bell output is protected: if too much
current is drawn from these terminals (such as a wiring
short), the Bell fuse will open. Three Amps can be drawn for
short periods only.
The Bell output is supervised. If no alarm warning devices
are in use, connect a 1000 ohm resistor across BELL+ and
BELL– to prevent the panel from displaying a trouble
condition. For more information, please refer to Section 3.4
(“[✱] [2] Trouble Display”).
The bell is programmed by default to terminate after four
minutes. The Bell Cutoff time can be adjusted in
programming section [02] (“System Times”).
KEYBUS Terminals – AUX+, AUX-, YEL, GRN (Section 2.3)
The KEYBUS is used by the panel to communicate with
modules and vice versa. Each module has four KEYBUS
terminals that must be connected to the four KEYBUS
terminals on the panel. For more information, see Section
2.3 (“KEYBUS Operation and Wiring”).
Programmable Outputs – PGM1 and PGM2
Each PGM output is designed so
that when activated by the panel, the
terminal will switch to ground.
PGM2 can sink up to 50 mA of current
to activate LEDs or a small buzzer.
Connect the positive side of the LED
or buzzer to AUX+, the negative side
to PGM2. If more than 50 mA of
current are required, a relay must be
used. Please study PGM wiring in
the accompanying diagram.
PGM1 is a high current output which
operates similar to PGM2. PGM1 is
used for high current output (300mA).
Zone Input Terminals – Z1 to Z6
Each detection device must be connected to a zone on the
control panel. We suggest that one detection device be
connected to each zone; wiring multiple detection devices
to a single zone, however, is possible. For zone wiring
specifics, please see Section 2.8 (“Zone Wiring”).
Telephone Connection Terminals – TIP, RING, T-1, R-1
If a telephone line is
required for central
station communication or
downloading, connect an
RJ-31X telephone jack in
the following manner:
• TIP - Green Wire
incoming line from
• RING - Red Wire
telephone company
• R-1 - Grey Wire
outgoing line to
• T-1 - Brown Wire
house telephone(s)
Please ensure that all plugs and jacks meet the
correct dimension, tolerance and metallic plating
requirements.
For proper operation, no other telephone equipment
should be connected between the control panel and
the telephone company facilities.
Do not connect the alarm panel communicator to
telephone lines intended for use with a fax machine.
These lines may incorporate a voice filter which
disconnects the line if anything other than fax
signals are detected, resulting in incomplete
transmissions.
2.3 KEYBUS Operation and Wiring
The KEYBUS is used by the panel to communicate with all
connected modules and vice versa. The red (AUX+) and
black (AUX-) terminals are used to provide power, while the
yellow (YEL) and green (GRN) terminals are clock and data
respectively.
The four KEYBUS terminals of the panel must be
connected to the four KEYBUS terminals or wires of
all modules.
The following restrictions apply to KEYBUS wiring:
• KEYBUS should be run in minimum 22 gauge quad
(0.5mm); two pair twist is preferred.
• The modules should be home run to the panel but can
be connected in series or T-tapped .
• Any module can be connected anywhere along the
KEYBUS. You do not need to run a separate KEYBUS
wire for keypads, etc.
• No module can be more than 1,000'/330m (in wire
length) from the panel.
• Shielded wire should not be used unless wires are run
in an area that presents excessive RF noise or other
such interference.
Example of KEYBUS Wiring
NOTE:
Module (A) is correctly
wired within 1,000'/330m
of wire from the panel.
Module (B) is correctly
wired within 1,000'/330m
of wire from the panel.
Module (C) is NOT wired
correctly as it is further
than 1,000'/330m from the
panel, in wire distance.
2.4 Current Ratings – Modules and
Accessories
In order for the PC1580 system to operate properly, the
power output capabilities of the main control and the
expansion devices must not be exceeded. Use the data
presented below to ensure that no part of the system is
overloaded and cannot function properly.
PC1580 (12 VDC)
VAUX: 550 mA. Includes one keypad. Subtract for each
additional keypad, expansion module and acces-
sory connected to VAUX or KEYBUS.
BELL: 700 mA. Continuous Rating. 3.0 A. Short Term.
Available only with stand-by battery connected.
PC1580 Device Ratings (@ 12 VDC)
• LCD5500T Keypad: 50 mA
• PC5400 Serial Module: 65 mA
• PC5506T Keypad: 45 mA
• PC1575RK Keypad: 50 mA
• DLM-4: 160 mA standing / 180 mA transmitter
• Escort: 65 mA standing / 130 mA on-line
Other Devices
Please read the manufacturer’s literature carefully to
determine the maximum current requirements for each
device—during activation or alarm—and include the proper
values for loading calculations. Connected devices must
not exceed system capabilities during any possible
operational mode.
2.5 Keypad Assignment
There are eight available slots for keypads. LED keypads by
default are always assigned to slot 1; the LCD5500T is
always assigned to slot 8. Whereas the PC1575 LED keypad
must always be assigned to slot 1, the PC5506T and
BLK
RED
DSC
RM-1
WHT
YEL
GRN
COM
NC
NO
+AUX
PGM1
(ANY OUTPUT
TERMINAL)
RING TIP R-1 T-1 EGND
GRY
BRN
GRN
RED
TO
TELEPHONE
COMPANY
TO
PREMISE
TELEPHONE
RJ31X
TELEPHONE
PLUG
LCD5500T keypads can each be assigned to a different slot
(1 to 8). Keypad enrollment is required since the panel must
know which slots are occupied in order to generate a fault
when a supervisory is not present.
How to Assign Keypads
Each keypad must be assigned one at a time. After
assigning all keypads, a supervisory reset should
be performed.
To assign a keypad to a slot, enter the following:
1. Enter Installer’s Programming.
2. Press [00] for Keypad Programming.
3. Press [0] for Slot Assignment.
4. Enter a two digit number (11-18) to specify which
supervisory slot the keypad will occupy.
Press the [#] key twice to exit programming. Continue this
procedure at each keypad until they have all been assigned
to the correct slot.
When using more than one LCD keypad, be sure
that only one is assigned to slot number 8.
2.6 Supervision
By default, all modules are supervised upon installation.
Supervision is enabled at all times so that the panel can
indicate a trouble if a module is removed from the system.
A connected module which does not show as being present
will appear as a trouble condition and the Trouble light on the
keypad will turn ON. This condition may be due to one or more
of the following reasons:
• the module is not connected to the KEYBUS
• there is a KEYBUS wiring problem
• the module is more than 1,000'/330m from the panel
• the module does not have enough power
For more information regarding module supervision troubles,
please refer to Section 3.4 (“[✱] [2] Trouble Conditions”).
Modules will not be automatically supervised if
connected while in installers mode.
2.7 Removing Modules
The panel must be instructed to no longer supervise a module
being removed from the system. To remove the module,
disconnect it from the KEYBUS and reset the supervision
field by entering [92] in the installer’s programming. The
panel will be reset to recognize and supervise all existing
modules on the system.
2.8 Zone Wiring
For a complete description of the operation of all zone types,
please refer to Section 5.2 (“Zone Definitions”).
There are several different ways in which zones may be
wired, depending on which programming options have
been selected. Please refer to the following diagrams to
study each type of individually supervised zone wiring.
Any zone defined as Fire will automatically require a
single End of Line (EOL) resistor regardless of which
type of zone wiring supervision is selected. (See Section
5.2 “Zone Definitions.”) Reconfiguring the zone supervi-
sion from a non-default setting—from DEOL to EOL or
from NC to DEOL—may disable zones 1-6 while open or
in trouble. To prevent this situation, the system should be
powered down completely and powered up again.
2.8.1 Normally Closed (NC) Loops
2 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACTS WITH
NO END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
NO END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
This option should only be selected if Normally Closed
(NC) detection devices or contacts are being used.
2.8.2 Single End Of Line (EOL) Resistors (5600W)
NORMALLY
CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
NORMALLY OPEN
CONTACTS WITH
END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
2 NORMALLY OPEN
CONTACTS AND
2 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACTS WITH
END OF LINE
RESISTOR
1 NORMALLY OPEN
CONTACT AND
1 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
END OF LINE
RESISTOR
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
This option should be selected if either Normally
Closed (NC) or Normally Open (NO) detection
devices or contacts are being used.
2.8.3 Double End of Line (DEOL) Resistors
Double End of Line resistors allow the panel to determine if
the zone is in alarm, tampered or faulted.
ANY Z
TERMINAL
ANY COM
TERMINAL
ALARM
CONTACT
DOUBLE EOL CIRCUIT
1 NORMALLY CLOSED
CONTACT WITH
5600
END OF LINE
RESISTORS
Ω
This option can only be selected if Normally Closed
(NC) detection devices or contacts are being used
(ie: Do not use DEOL resistors for Fire zones.
Only one NC contact can be connected to each
zone. Multiple detection devices or contacts on a
single loop is not allowed.
The following chart shows zone status under certain
conditions:
• Loop Resistance ................................ Loop Status
• 0Ω (shorted wire, loop shorted) ....... Fault
• 5600Ω (contact closed) .................... Secure
• Infinite (broken wire, loop open)....... Tamper
• 11200Ω (contact open) ..................... Violated