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The PC4164-RS is a wireless signal receiver for use with Maxsys PC4010 and PC4020
v3.0 panels. The PC4164-RS receives signals from WLS9XX wireless devices.
The PC4164-RS has only been investigated for use with the PC4020 by UL.
New features of the PC4164-RS v2.0:
Support for the following wireless devices: smoke detector (WLS906), panic
pendant (WLS908), wireless key (WLS909) and handheld keypad (WLS910)
Identification of Wireless Keys (WLS909): Wireless keys 1 to 16 can be identified
as user numbers 0101 to 0116 (respectively) for identified openings/closings
and command output activation. For more information regarding this feature, see
Section 3.3 "Enroll and Program Wireless Keys."
6 digit serial numbers for all wireless devices: These new serial numbers
include hexadecimal digits. Please read Section 3.1 "A note on Electronic Serial
Numbers (ESN)" for more information on enrolling older 5-digit and newer 6-digit
devices.

1.1 Before You Begin

This manual describes how to install, program and maintain the PC4164-RS on a
PC4010/4020 Security System. You should have completed the following steps in
your PC4010/4020 installation, before you install the PC4164-RS module:
1. Plan the installation and wiring of the PC4010/4020 system (see PC4010/4020
Installation Manual, Section 2: Installation and Wiring)
2. Install the control panel, and install and enroll at least one keypad to use for
programming (see PC4010/4020 Installation Manual, Section 3: How to Program)
3. Install and enroll any hardwired zone expander modules (PC4108A or PC4116)
you plan to use (see PC4010/4020 Installation Manual, Section 4: Module
Enrollment).
You can program the PC4164-RS from a PC4010/4020 system LCD keypad or using
downloading software on a remote computer. Read your system Installation Manual,
section 3 "How to Program" for more information.
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  • Page 1: Section 1: Introduction

    Introduction The PC4164-RS is a wireless signal receiver for use with Maxsys PC4010 and PC4020 v3.0 panels. The PC4164-RS receives signals from WLS9XX wireless devices. The PC4164-RS has only been investigated for use with the PC4020 by UL. New features of the PC4164-RS v2.0: •...
  • Page 2: How To Use This Manual

    1.2 How to use this Manual To install and set up the PC4164-RS and wireless devices, follow these steps: 1. Enroll and temporarily mount the PC4164-RS module (see Section 2) 2. Enroll and program wireless devices using zones, wireless keys and handheld keypads (see Section 3) 3.
  • Page 3: Pc4164-Rs Specifications

    - for longer wire runs, thicker gauge wire must be used. 1.4 Wireless Devices Please refer to the Installation Instruction sheets of the following devices for more information. The PC4164-RS v2.0 can receive signals from the following devices: • WLS904 Motion Detector •...
  • Page 4: Section 2: Getting Started

    Make sure that electrical wires will not run over the antenna(s) of the module when it is mounted. When mounting the PC4164-RS in a basement, place the module as high and as close to the underside of the first floor as possible. The range of the module will be...
  • Page 5: Connecting The Pc4164-Rs

    The PC4164-RS is connected to the control panel via the Combus. CAUTION: Remove all power from the panel while connecting modules to the Combus. Wire the PC4164-RS to the Combus of the PC4010/PC4020 according to diagram 1: PC4164-RS If a tamper switch is...
  • Page 6: Enroll The Pc4164-Rs

    PC4164-RS after you have enrolled all the hardwire zone expander modules. For example, if you enroll the PC4164-RS first on a PC4020, it would use up zones 17 to 80, leaving only 48 spots left for hardwire zone expander modules.
  • Page 7: Section 3: Enroll & Program Wireless Devices

    1. At a system LCD keypad, enter [*][8][Installer’s code]. 2. Enter Ref #[001300] to go to the Enroll Device programming section. This section will only be available if you have enrolled the PC4164-RS with the panel (see Section 2.5). The LCD keypad will display Enroll Device Serial # [ 3.
  • Page 8: Enroll And Program Wireless Keys (Wls909)

    3.3 Enroll and Program Wireless Keys (WLS909) For wireless keys to work on the system, you need to enroll them and then program the function buttons. You can enroll up to 16 wireless keys on the PC4164-RS. Step 1: Enroll Wireless keys 1.
  • Page 9 I N S T A L L I N G W I R E L E S S D E V I C E S Step 2: Program the WLS909 Function Buttons WLS909 wireless keys have four programmable function buttons. When you press and hold a button for two seconds, the programmed function will be executed.
  • Page 10: Enroll And Program Handheld Keypads (Wls910)

    1. At a system LCD keypad, enter [*][8][Installer’s code]. 2. Enter Ref #[001300] to go to the Enroll Device programming section. This section will only be available if you have enrolled the PC4164-RS with the panel (see Section 2.6). The LCD keypad will display Enroll Device Serial # [ ].
  • Page 11 I N S T A L L I N G W I R E L E S S D E V I C E S Step 2: Program WLS910 Handheld Keypad Function Keys Number keys [1], [2], [3] and [4] can be used as function keys on the WLS910 handheld keypad.
  • Page 12: Section 4: Testing & Mounting Devices

    If several wireless devices produce BAD test results, you may need to move the PC4164-RS to a better location. (See section 2.3 for tips on finding a location for the PC4164-RS.) 4.1 Test the Placement of WLS904, WLS905, WLS906 and...
  • Page 13: Test Wls908, Wls909 And Wls910 Reception

    PC4164-RS receiver. Moving the PC4164-RS higher will usually improve the reception. If you move the PC4164-RS, repeat the tests described in sections 4.1 and 4.2 on all the wireless devices. Continue to test the devices until you have found locations...
  • Page 14: Mount The Pc4164-Rs And Wireless Devices

    D E V I C E S 4.3 Mount the PC4164-RS and Wireless Devices Do not permanently mount the PC4164-RS until you have tested reception with all the wireless devices (see sections 4.1 and 4.2). Once you have done this and have a good location, mount the PC4164-RS: 1.
  • Page 15: Section 5: Deleting & Replacing Devices

    Deleting & Replacing Devices If a device is not working, or you need to change the setup of the system, you may need to replace or delete wireless devices. Follow the appropriate procedure in this section. 5.1 Replacing Devices Wireless devices are divided into the following classes: Class Model WLS905, WLS907...
  • Page 16: Deleting Devices

    5.2 Deleting Devices This section describes how to delete any of the enrolled wireless devices from the PC4164-RS, and from the system. 1. At a system LCD keypad, enter [*][8][Installer’s code]. 2. Enter Ref #[001301] to go to the Delete Device section. The LCD keypad will...
  • Page 17: Section 6: Additional Programming Notes

    A zone supervisory is a test transmission that each wireless zone sends to the PC4164-RS. When the PC4164-RS receives the supervisory transmission from the zone, the PC4164-RS will transmit this information to the control panel. If the control panel does not get a supervisory transmission from a zone within the Device Fail time, the zone will be considered “missing”...
  • Page 18: Trouble Conditions

    LCD keypad “Trouble” light will turn on and the keypad will beep. Press [*][2] to display the trouble conditions. The following trouble conditions apply to the PC4164-RS. For a description of all troubles, please see Section 16 “Diagnostics and Troubleshooting” in the PC4010/4020 Installation Manual.
  • Page 19 Enable RF Jam Detect Trouble The RF Jam Detect trouble condition will be generated and logged when the PC4164-RS module detects an attempt to block RF signals. This tells the user that the PC4164-RS is not receiving wireless device transmissions. The panel will transmit the General System Trouble reporting code.
  • Page 20: Section 7: Troubleshooting

    • Verify that the correct ESN was entered when the device was enrolled • Verify that the device is in range of the PC4164-RS. Try testing the device in the same room as the receiver. • Confirm that the PC4164-RS is properly connected to the Combus (see section 2 for PC4164-RS set up and wiring instructions).
  • Page 21: Programming Worksheets

    Programming Worksheets [001300] Enroll Device (see section 3.2) • Default = 000000 • 6-digit entry is required; for 5-digit serial numbers, enter [0], then the number (See section 3.1 “A Note About Electronic Serial Numbers”.) System PC4164 Serial No. System PC4164 Serial No.
  • Page 22: System Test

    WLS909 Wireless Key Options (see section 3.3) [001300] Enroll Device Default = 00000 Wireless Serial Wireless Serial Key No. Key No. l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l...
  • Page 23 WLS910 Handheld Keypad Options (see section 3.4) [001300] Enroll Device Default = 00000 [001305] Wkey Functions Default = 00 Handheld Serial Partition Button Button Button Button Keypad No.* l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ ________ l l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ ____ l _ ____ l...
  • Page 24 Device Supervision (see section 6.1) [001306] Device Supervision Default = ON NOTE: Turn OFF supervision for zones assigned to Panic Pendants (WLS908). Wireless Keys and Handheld Keypads are NOT supervised. Zone Supervision Zone Supervision Zone Supervision ON/OFF ON/OFF ON/OFF l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ _______ l l _ ____ l _ ____ l _ ____ l l _ _______ l...
  • Page 25: Appendix A: Guidelines For Locating Smoke Detectors

    Guidelines for Locating Smoke Detectors Experience has shown that all hostile fires in family living units generate smoke to a greater or lesser extent. Experiments using typical fires in family living units indicate that detectable quantities of smoke precede detectable levels of heat in most cases. In existing homes, NFPA Standard 72 requires that a smoke detector be installed outside each sleeping area and on each additional story of the family unit.
  • Page 26: Index

    9 placement 25 test 12 Motion detector Supervision 17 test 12 Connect Mount Combus 5 devices 14 PC4164-RS 5 Testing PC4164-RS 14 door/window contact 12 Default Wireless 16 handheld keypad 13 Number Deleting devices 16 motion detector 12 serial 7...
  • Page 27: Limited Warranty

    Digital Security Controls Ltd.’s liability for failure LIMITED WARRANTY to repair the product under this warranty after a rea- Digital Security Controls Ltd. warrants the original sonable number of attempts will be limited to a re- purchaser that for a period of twelve months from placement of the product, as the exclusive remedy the date of purchase, the product shall be free of de- for breach of warranty.
  • Page 28 Security Products ©1998 Digital Security Controls Ltd. 1645 Flint Road, Downsview, Ontario, Canada M3J 2J6 (416) 665-8460 • 1-800-387-3630 Printed in Canada 29002890 R0...
  • Page 29 PC4164-RS v2.0 • Installation Manual WARNING: This manual contains information on limitations regarding product use and function and information on the limitations as to liability of the manufacturer. The entire manual should be carefully read.
  • Page 30 FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY DIGITAL SECURITY CONTROLS LTD. COULD VOID YOUR AUTHORITY TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT. This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
  • Page 31: Table Of Contents

    Section 2: Getting Started Unpack the PC4164-RS ................4 Install the Antennas ..................4 Find a Mounting Location for the PC4164-RS ........4 Connecting the PC4164-RS ................ 5 Enroll the PC4164-RS .................. 6 Section 3: Enroll & Program Wireless Devices A Note about Electronic Serial Numbers (ESN) ........
  • Page 32 alert occupants of a fire for a number of reasons, some of which WARNING Please Read Carefully follow. The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed N o t e t o I n s t a l l e r s or positioned.

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