EBS PX200N Installation And Programming Manual

EBS PX200N Installation And Programming Manual

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GPRS TRANSMITTER
PX200N
Installation and
programming manual
Firmware version:
1.11
Issue:
7
GPRS transmitter configurator version:
1.2.0
Release date:
18.03.2010

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  • Page 1 GPRS TRANSMITTER PX200N Installation and programming manual Firmware version: 1.11 Issue: GPRS transmitter configurator version: 1.2.0 Release date: 18.03.2010...
  • Page 2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EBS Ltd. Co. hereby declares that mentioned product conforms to all the applicable requirements of EU and Council Directive No.1999/5/EC of 9 March 1999. copy Conformity Declaration available http://www.ebs.pl/certyfikaty/ This crossed out dustbin symbol indicates that when the last user wishes to discard the product at the territory of European Union, it shall be utilized at an authorized and approved collection point.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..................6 FUNCTIONAL AND TECHNICAL PARAMETERS ..........7 ASSEMBLY AND WIRING ................. 8 QUICK START PROCEDURE..............10 OPERATION ..................12 CONFIGURATION PROGRAM ..............13 6.1. INITIAL REMARKS ................13 6.2. COMPUTER – REQUIREMENTS............13 6.3. PROGRAM FUNCTIONS ..............13 6.3.1.
  • Page 4 7.1.5.1. Service code................ 24 7.1.5.2. Restricted user’s service code ..........24 7.1.5.3. PIN of SIM card..............24 7.2. TRANSMISSION ................24 7.3. INPUTS/OUTPUTS................25 7.3.1. Inputs configuration ..............25 7.3.1.1. NC / NO ................25 7.3.1.2. Delay [ms] ................26 7.3.1.3.
  • Page 5 7.9.2.2. Handshake delay..............43 7.9.2.3. Protocol ................43 7.10. FIRMWARE ................... 45 7.11. DEVICE MONITOR ................. 46 7.12. EVENTS HISTORY ................47 DEVICE PROGRAMMING ................ 49 8.1. LOCAL PROGRAMING ................ 49 8.2. REMOTE PROGRAMMING ..............49 8.2.1. The first programming of device........... 50 8.2.2.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    The device is basically purposed for data transmission from security systems installed in detached houses and in small business facilities. Additionally PX200N transmitter has got input for connection of an alarm control panel’s phone communicator. This provides for a cheap system of data transmission.
  • Page 7: Functional And Technical Parameters

    2. FUNCTIONAL AND TECHNICAL PARAMETERS Inputs: (NO/NC) 1 (sabotage input) Outputs: Sabotage ( OUT1 ) - 1 ( Additional (NC,NO,C) - 1 (relay)* Phone input compatible with DTMF standard Digital interface: RS232 (RxD, TxD, RTS, CTS lines) Operation modes: GPRS transmission only SMS transmission only GPRS and SMS transmission Messages:...
  • Page 8: Assembly And Wiring

    3. ASSEMBLY AND WIRING SERVICE CABLE SIM CARD DATA CABLE PROG DB-9 GSM MODULE TRANSFORMER OUTPUT 8 INPUTS (OC TYPE) PHONE 230V AC LINE TAMPER DTMF DIALER (CONTROL PANEL) RELAY OUTPUT BATTERY 1A / 125V 12V 1.2Ah PX200N_Manual_en-1.11i7 Page 8 / 58...
  • Page 9 Connections of wires shall be made with due care to prevent any faults or dead shorts. Places of connections shall be protected against weather conditions. According to the above figure terminals of transmitter shall be connected to: Terminal Connection description AC, AC Two terminals for AC power supply (output from AC transformer)
  • Page 10: Quick Start Procedure

    4. QUICK START PROCEDURE NOTE : Do not insert SIM card before the first programming of transmitter as it may block the card if PIN code is required for the card. This chapter is purposed for users that possess experience regarding GPRS data transmission systems and who work with OSM.2007 server.
  • Page 11 Exemplary SMS is as follows (if we use public network and provide server address as IP): █ █ █ █ 1111 SERVER=89.123.115.8 PORT=6780 APN=general.t-mobile.uk █ Where: █: space character PX200N_Manual_en-1.11i7 Page 11 / 58...
  • Page 12: Operation

    5. OPERATION A device maintains communication via GSM-GPRS network. If any problem follows a device automatically switch to SMS mode (if this mode has been programmed before-See chapter 7 “Programmable parameters”). As a result the transmitter may be used only at the territory covered with mobile phone operator network. If status of inputs is the same as programmed one (NO or NC) a device stays in a rest.
  • Page 13: Configuration Program

    (login: pxn@ebs.pl, password: pxn). To install program an installation wizard shall be started that performs installation in default place C:\Program Files\EBS\. During installation process shortcuts on screen and Windows menu are created. If device is to be used for the first time it shall be programmed with the above program and after this procedure the SIM card may be inserted into the device.
  • Page 14: File -> New

    6.3.1. File -> New Opens new set of parameters. Editing of configuration parameters is possible. Select type of device – PX200N. 6.3.2. File -> Open If file contains saved settings, they may be used to program next device. Firstly a catalogue where file has been saved shall be chosen and then name of file shall be provided.
  • Page 15: File -> Save

    6.3.3. File -> Save During programming many devices in different configurations, it is not necessary to have in mind each one as it may be saved on hard disc or floppy disk under any name and it may be loaded later on. This function save on disc any information from configuration wizard window.
  • Page 16: Remote Connection

    Click on [Add] button to confirm settings. Connections shall be saved (and inserted in table). From this time on program shall enable wires connection with device and reading, and saving of parameters in memory will be possible. 6.3.5.2. Remote connection As provided above the device and software makes for complete configuration with GPRS link or CSD channel.
  • Page 17: File-> Automatic Device Settings Backup

    All configuration settings including reread from devices and saved on devices are to be automatically saved on hard disc. If during installation on configuring tool settings have not been changed, files will be saved as follows: C:\Program Files\ EBS\KonfiguratorLX\configs\PX200N_20000 Catalog PX200N...
  • Page 18: Operations -> Read

    6.3.8. Operations -> Read Function reads data saved in memory of GPRS module. Exchange of data follows on port selected in section “Select Connection Type” (See below description of option ”Configuration”). Correct reading is confirmed with message on a screen. Data downloaded from device may be saved on file (see clause 6.3.3) and use for other devices.
  • Page 19: Operation -> Device Monitor

    DEVICE Function provides real-time information on device state. See chapter 7.11 MONITOR 6.3.11. Operation -> System events history Function provides information about last events stored in PX200N device memory. EVENTS HISTORY See chapter 7.12 6.3.12. Operation -> Restore default settings If operation “Read”...
  • Page 20: Programmable Parameters

    7. PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS Parameters available in configuration program are divided into groups: Access, Transmission, Inputs/Outputs, Monitoring, Restrictions, SMS Notifications, Link control, RS-232, Phone line and Firmware. Every from these groups will be described in detail in next part of this manual. 7.1.
  • Page 21: Gprs Test Time

    7.1.1.2. GPRS test time The device sends signal “Test” with determined interval that informs monitoring station that the device is in operation mode. In this field you can determine how often this message will be sent (in seconds) . 7.1.1.3. SMS mode after unsuccessful attempts Define number of reconnections to server.
  • Page 22: User Password

    7.1.2.3. User password When using public APN , user ID is mostly not required. For private APN this parameter shall be obtained from operator (it is impossible to be granted access to GPRS network without it). Note : Private APN provides for higher system security. 7.1.2.4.
  • Page 23: Order Of Connection To Servers

    7.1.3.5. Order of connection to servers Mark this check box means, that the device will try in first order to connect to primary server, without regard on definition of parameters for backup server (in peculiarity of number of connection attempts). 7.1.4.
  • Page 24: Access

    7.1.5. Access 7.1.5.1. Service code It provides security against unauthorized access. It is being used during programming of device and during remote controlling (in TCP/IP or SMS mode). Factory setting is 1111. During the first starting of device (programming) it shall be changed.
  • Page 25: Inputs/Outputs

    7.3. INPUTS/OUTPUTS Transmitter has got 8 signal inputs and additional input for sabotage signal switch- key connection. Module is equipped with two outputs: indicating sabotage and an additional one. In/Out option enable programmable configuration so that transmitter operates pursuant to requirements of the user. All inputs of the device are 24 hour alarm inputs.
  • Page 26: Delay [Ms]

    7.3.1.2. Delay [ms] This parameter means minimum time for change maintenance at input so that it would be detected by transmitter. Factory setting is 400ms. 7.3.1.3. Lock With this option you can lock any input of module, and as a result condition changes on this input will be ignored and will not be reported to monitoring station.
  • Page 27: Outputs

    Temporary lock may be deactivated by SMS or GRPS command (RLIMIT command) 7.3.2. Outputs 7.3.2.1. Activation mode and timing Thanks to this option you may choose output operation mode. There are two operation modes available: o Bistable- connection follows for indefinite time- up to the moment of disconnection of power for module or remote command which switches output off, o Monostable- connection follows for time defined by user - every 100ms.
  • Page 28: Additional Conditions

    7.3.2.3. Additional conditions If option “Dependent on state transitions from non-active to active of one of the inputs” is chosen, we might configure additional conditions for output activations: Never: input disturbance does not cause operation of sabotage output, No network: input disturbance causes actuation of sabotage output if sending of information to server is impossible.
  • Page 29: Output 1/Output 2

    to active of one of the inputs” should not be used with their replacements “[Off] GSM” and “[On] Input x”. 7.3.3.1. Output 1/Output 2 These columns define which signals are to influence the status of a specific output. Possible choices are: o Do Nothing –...
  • Page 30: Monitoring

    7.4. MONITORING Thanks to this option you may determine which of available signals generated by the device shall be transmitted to monitoring station. NOTE: “Configuration changed” event refer to configuration changes made by SMS or GPRS commands. 7.4.1. GPRS On / GPRS Off In this column you define signals that are to be reported to monitoring station with GPRS transmission.
  • Page 31: Skip Initial State

    7.4.3. Skip initial state This option allow for locking of sending of information on status of active inputs at power connection. Information on inputs will be sent to server after the first change from inactive to active status. For the events “Power” and “Battery” no selection “Skip initial state” will cause sending information about the power supply / battery on boot device regardless of the power supply / battery state.
  • Page 32: Restrictions

    7.5. RESTRICTIONS 7.5.1. SMS Authorized phones User may restrict remote access to the device (via SMS) for determined phone numbers. A list of numbers (up to 5 numbers) determines which numbers are allowed to connect with transmitter. Available options: Deny all: means no available telephone communication. Allow all: means that telephone communication is possible from any phone.
  • Page 33: Gsm Modems Authorized Phones

    7.5.2. GSM modems authorized phones For connections on CSD channel the user may limit remote access to device from GSM modems. Only numbers on the list (up to 5) allow for communication with transmitter. Available options: Deny all: means no available telephone communication. Allow all: means that telephone communication is possible from any phone.
  • Page 34: Sms Notifications

    Limitation are defined by providing two values: SMS maximum number: determines maximum number of sent SMS messages per time unit (see SMS counter reset). This option protects user against sending too much of SMS messages e.g. in case of failure. SMS counter reset: This parameter determines time schedule (in minutes) according to which counter of sent SMS messages will be zeroed.
  • Page 35: Events

    Position cursor on line with phone number and click on “Remove” button to remove number from table. Click on “Remove all” button to remove all numbers from table. 7.6.2. Events This tab is to configure and edit SMS messages to be sent to listed phone numbers. You may define SMS text message with reference to any event from the list (Tamper: Activation, Restore;...
  • Page 36: Sms User Tests

    SMS user tests SMS user tests sent to specified phone numbers are carried out independently of the operating mode of the device (GPRS / SMS / GRPS & SMS / Serverless). To enable the cyclic tests provide up to 5 phone numbers in “SMS Notifications” tab. Then, for the event “Test message”, type your message and provide a period of the test message.
  • Page 37: Sms Forward

    7.6.4. SMS Forward The device is able to forward received SMS messages according to the specified rules. This function may be helpful for example when GSM operator sends messages with account state to SIM card installed within device. In this window you may provide up to 5 rules.
  • Page 38: Link Control

    7.7. LINK CONTROL These options enable automatic action of device if communication with monitoring station was broken up. It relates to situations when device lost connection to GSM network or if GPRS transmission is impossible. 7.7.1. Activate this function (mark [Turn On] field) to get access to parameters determining action of device if outside GSM network.
  • Page 39: Gprs

    7.7.2. GPRS Activate this function to (mark [Turn On] field) to get access to parameters determining action of device if GPRS connections is lost. Define time limit after which transmitter shall reconnect to network. Enter time limit in field [Reset after] and provide this value in minutes. Next define action that the device shall perform.
  • Page 40: Rs-232

    7.8. RS-232 7.8.1. Serial port settings The device has been equipped with RS-232 serial port to enable obtaining additional information. To make use of this link it is required to define its parameters. For this purpose select parameters from the below table: Parameter Value Baud rate (bits/sec)
  • Page 41: Advanced Port Options

    For every option list of available values are provided, and they me be scrolled down after clicking on adequate arrow. The transmitter controls buffer contents in respect of meeting of determined criteria. It is performed with the following order: selected character, time, number of characters.
  • Page 42: Use External Phone Line

    7.9.1.1. Use external phone line If this function has been chosen (Activation) the transmitter will be cooperating with PSTN line. This way data transmission is possible from an alarm control panel with two ways: via GPRS link and standard telephone line. 7.9.1.2.
  • Page 43: Report Intervals Between Dialled Digits

    Note: This operation of this device follows if it works with new protocol. If transmitter is to work in emulation PX mode (See chapter 7.2) the above mentioned situation will result in sending “No telephone line” message. 7.9.1.4. Report intervals between dialled digits This option is being used if in configuration PSTN line- LX- Alarm Control Panel there are not other telecommunication devices.
  • Page 44 Note: 1) For all protocols you may use following options: o [Enable SMS sending] which means that in case of no GPRS connection, data will be sent via SMS (if this mode will be accessible). o [Don’t transmit data when external phone line is available] which means that when the external PSTN line is available then it will be used during transmission from the control panel.
  • Page 45: Firmware

    7.10. FIRMWARE The device is equipped with built in bootloader that allow for updating and change of firmware. During programming all information is displayed in respect of carried out operation. Follow the following procedure: a) Launch configuration program b) Open “Firmware” option of configuration wizard c) Open file with new firmware (click [Open] button to locate where file is).
  • Page 46: Device Monitor

    7.11. DEVICE MONITOR “Device Monitor” provides real-time information on device state. To use this function device must be connected to PC computer with LX-DATA cable (using DEBUG plug). Correct RS232 port must be chosen in “Port” field. “Device monitor” provides following information: •...
  • Page 47: Events History

    „Events history” provides information about last events stored in PX200N device memory. PX200N transmitter is able to save 192kB of data, which is about 8000 events. It is possible to read the history of both using a GPRS connection and RS232.
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  • Page 49: Device Programming

    8. DEVICE PROGRAMMING Programming of device is possible with “GPRS transmitters configurator” configuration program described in chapter 6. To program the device establish connection with a device. Depending on connection mode there are two ways for programming. 8.1. LOCAL PROGRAMING To program a device locally follow the procedure: a) Connect PROG joint (on printed circuit) with COM computer port by way of service wire, defined in option ->...
  • Page 50: The First Programming Of Device

    Note: Remote configuration with use of CSD canal is possible only if transmission of CSD data is active both for SIM card inserted in the device, and for SIM card installed in GSM modem. In second case according to description in chapter 6.3.5.2 – GPRS linking , it is required to define remote link on grounds of OSM.2007 parameters.
  • Page 51: Receiving Of Sms Message

    9. RECEIVING OF SMS MESSAGE GPRS module receives specially prepared SMS. If received SMS is not correct it will be automatically cancelled and device will not operate any action. As mentioned above the device may operate in two modes: o with a new encoded protocol o with PX protocol Depending on operation mode there are varied commands available to control the device.
  • Page 52 UN=un APN user name. Parameter should be obtained from mobile network operator. If APN user name contain space sign put it with “” e.g. “my user name”. PW=pw APN password. Parameter should be obtained from mobile network operator. If APN password contain space sign put it with “”...
  • Page 53: Old Protocol

    9.2. OLD PROTOCOL The following format of message is acceptable allowing to send some commends with one SMS (every command shall be separated with SPACE): █ █ █ SERVICE CODE COMMAND COMMAND ..Where: SERVICE CODE - device service code █...
  • Page 54: Led Diodes Indication

    10. LED DIODES INDICATION LED diodes, mounted directly on printed circuit, are purposed to show actual condition of the device. 10.1. LOGGING TO GSM NETWORK Once SIM card has been inserted into the device and power supply was turned on logging to GSM system follows.
  • Page 55: Data Transmission

    10.3. DATA TRANSMISSION During data transmission a green diode indicates data transmitting. LED Diodes Description DTMF ERR OK STATUS Green GPRS Transmission SMS Transmission 10.4. RECEIVING OF DTMF DATA Yellow diodes marked as DTMF and STATUS indicate actual condition during receiving data from a control panel.
  • Page 56: Programming

    10.5. PROGRAMMING After detection of programming wire diodes indicate programming. LED Diodes Description DTMF ERR OK STATUS Green Connected Service wire Programming in CSD mode 10.6. FIRMWARE UPDATING During programming bootlader operating is indicated. If error follows during updating there is bootloader in device and another programming of device is possible.
  • Page 57: Sim Card Error

    10.7. SIM CARD ERROR In case of SIM card problems, device states this with OK and ERROR LEDs LED diode Signalling DTMF ERR OK STATUS (green) ERROR (red) 10.8. SLEEP MODE Sleep mode (see 7.4.5 Sleep when the battery voltage less than) is indicated by alternating lighting and off LEDs: OK and ERR LED diode Signalling...
  • Page 58: Changelog

    11. CHANGELOG Date / Version Description 26.08.2009 / 1.11i1 First version based on LX manual 1.10i1 22.10.2009 / 1.11i2 Added colourful drawings of diodes 25.11.2009 / 1.11i3 Firmware update and GPRS configurator update 28.01.2010 / 1.11i4 Added parameter of battery voltage at which the transmitter goes into Sleep mode 05.02.2010 / 1.11i5 User SMS tests, reading history via GPRS, battery voltage...

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