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PAS-120
Personal Alarm System
Installation &
Operation Manual
T0DA0102-001, Rev A
First Edition
August 6, 2009

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  • Page 1 PAS-120 Personal Alarm System Installation & Operation Manual T0DA0102-001, Rev A First Edition August 6, 2009...
  • Page 2 The information provided in this guide has been prepared by Senstar Corporation to the best of its ability. Senstar Corporation is not responsible for any damage or accidents that may occur due to errors or omissions in this manual. Senstar Corporation is not liable for any damages, or incidental consequences, arising from the use of, or the inability to use, the software and equipment described in this guide.
  • Page 3 Senstar Corporation website: www.senstar.com email: info@senstar.com INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS PAS-120 PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM August 2009, Rev A...
  • Page 4 Limited Warranty The Company warrants that the electronic components of the products manufactured by the Company are free from all manufacturing defects. The Company's warranty does not extend to the performance of the products, which may vary depending on environmental conditions, use and installation practices. The Company's liability under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, either repairing or replacing the defective components of the products or granting a credit for the products or parts thereof.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PAGE WARRANTY ..................... iv PROPRIETARY INFORMATION ................ iv GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..............7 Purpose ....................7 Features....................7 THEORY OF OPERATION ..............9 System Concept ................9 Transmitter (PAT/S) (PAT/C) ............9 Receiver (03RM) ................11 Receiver/Communicator (PARC-3)..........12 LAP Annunciator Unit ..............15 Annunciator/Control Unit ............
  • Page 6 Figure 3-1 03RM Mounting Dimensions ............19 Figure 3-2 Magnet Position for Tamper Switch Activation ....20 Figure 3-3 03RM Receiver Wiring Connections.......... 23 Figure 3-4 PAS-120 03RM to PARC-3 Interconnect Wiring ..... 24 Figure 3-5 PAS-120 03RM to PARC-3 Interconnect Wiring, Multiple 03RM’S ..............25 Figure 3-6 PAS-120 03RM/IV to PARC-3/IV Interconnect Wiring ....................

  • Page 7: 1.0 General Description

    1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1.1 Purpose The PAS-120 personal alarm system is specifically designed to provide reliable yet economical protection for roving personnel. An officer in trouble need only press the red alarm button on the personal transmitter to summon help quickly. The PAS-120 combines unique trans-...
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Receiver (03RM) Rugged tamperproof design. Simplified mounting to a standard electrical box. 50-foot receiving range. Red LED alarm lamp. Built-in microphone for audio verification. Optional video output for visual verification (03RM/IV). Built-in self-test circuitry. Receiver/Communicator (PARC-3) Proven CenDe multiplex communications minimizes wiring requirements.

  • Page 9: Theory Of Operation

    System Concept 2.1.1 The PAS-120 System was developed from the concept that an ultrasonic signal will not penetrate the walls, ceilings or barriers, so a reliable indication of the location is provided. At the same time, the ultrasonic signal will bounce off most surfaces, providing signal coverage even though the path to the receiver may not be clear.
  • Page 10 However, the battery life should not be relied upon without periodic testing. Senstar manufactures a simple plug-in tester that allows you to quickly check the operation of each transmitter. To ensure the transmitter is in perfect working condition, the test should be conducted on each transmitter daily.

  • Page 11: Receiver (03Rm)

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Receiver (03RM) 2.3.1 The transmitted ultrasonic frequencies are received by the ceiling or wall- mounted 03RM receiver units. The 03RM is designed for mounting in a double-gang electrical box using the tamper resistant screws provided. 2.3.2 Each 03RM contains an ultrasonic frequency receiving element and an audio frequency microphone.

  • Page 12: Receiver/Communicator (Parc-3)

    Senstar CenDe communications system. In this way, the PAS-120 system can operate with either the MX-2000 Multiplex Control Center or the Data Collection Unit (DCU).
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 2.4.4 The PARC-3 card contains jumpers for selecting the number of PAS zones connected. This is important since the transponder reports all active alarms and monitors all tamper inputs. 2.4.5 A 12 volt test output can initiate a self-test of 03RM receivers upon command from central control.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM ALARM SELECT JUMPERS ACTIVATE LOCAL ALARMS LOCAL ZONE LAMP DRIVER ENCODER INDIVID- TAMPER MODEM SELECT PARC-3 JUMPERS ZONE DECODER PORT 12 VDC TEST SIGNAL OUTPUT LINES ISOL. LINE CENTRAL TRANS. DRIVER CONTROL AUDIO POINT SWITCH...

  • Page 15: Lap Annunciator Unit

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM LAP Local Annunciation Panel 2.5.1 The LAP Local Annunciation Panel is an auxiliary device which permits alarm annunciation of up to four personal alarm zones in a compact package for mounting in a standard double-gang box. Thus, nearby personnel can be notified of an alarm situation at the same time the alarm is indicated at the central control location.

  • Page 16: Annunciator/Control Unit

    2.6.3 The MX-2000 Multiplex Control Center was designed specifically for use with the PAS-120 system. The MX-2000 is best used with systems of 20 to 120 zones and where the control and annunciation equipment will be integrated into a control console.

  • Page 17: Installation

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM INSTALLATION General 3.1.1 This section covers the installation of the PAS-120 system. The section assumes that you have reviewed the General Description and Theory of Operation sections and have studied the PAS Design Guide. 3.1.2 Installation of the PAS-120 system requires no special equipment.

  • Page 18: Receiver (03Rm) Installation

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 3.1.8 After the field devices are connected but before connection to the PARC-3 units or the central control point, again test each conductor for shorts to ground or the conduit system. If this test is acceptable, you may finish the system connections. 3.1.9 Recommended wiring types and manufacturers are listed below.
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 4.50 1.25 1.81 3.50 4.50 2.75 Circuit Board is Centered Relative to Mounting Holes and Face Plate (03RM/IV) Standard Two-Gang Mounting (4 Holes) Figure 3-1 03RM Receiver Mounting Dimensions 3.2.2 Tamper switch activation is by way of two self-adhesive, permanent magnets supplied with the receiver.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM MARK MAGNET LOCATION ALIGN TEMPLATE HOLES ALONG EITHER SIDE OF TEMPLATE WITH BOX HOLES 1/2" DOWN FROM MOUNTING SURFACE 1" DOWN FOR 03RM/IV 1/2" (1" for 03RM/IV) MARKING TEMPLATE MARK BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF THE BOX BY ALIGNING TEMPLATE TO EACH PAIR OF BOX HOLES.

  • Page 21: Receiver/Communicator (Parc-3) Installation

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 3.2.5 Always allow a service pigtail to the receiver. Carefully plug in the circuit board connector, coil the service-length cable, and slide the receiver into the backbox. Attach the receiver using the four 6-32 tamper resistant electrical screws provided. Receiver/Communicator (PARC-3) Installation 3.3.1 Normal PARC-3 installation is to a plywood backboard in a remote equipment...

  • Page 22: Central Control Installation

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 3.3.8 Be careful with connections to the remote zone alarm outputs, TB2, ALM1 through ALM4. These outputs have very limited current capability and are meant to power a small local lamp, audible or LAP only. Each output is an open collector-type drive with 40 milliampere current capability.
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 3.4.4 In either case, assure that all cabling is installed properly and that there are no grounds or shorts in the wiring system before the Monitor/Control equipment is connected. 03RM RECEIVER AUXILIARY ALARM CONTACT BLACK (...
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TO UPS-PFI TO MX-2000 03RM RECEIVER AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 4 TAMPER ALARM POWER PARC-3 AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 3 TAMPER ALARM SHIELDS ARE NOT POWER CONNECTED AT RECEIVER AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 2 TAMPER ALARM...
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 03RM RECEIVER TO UPS-PFI TO MX-2000 03RM RECEIVER AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 4 TAMPER ALARM POWER PARC-3 AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 3 TAMPER 03RM RECEIVER ALARM POWER AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 2 TAMPER ALARM POWER...
  • Page 26 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TO LOCAL POWER SUPPLY TO MX-2000 VIDEO BUS (RG 59/U) 03RM/IV PARC-3/IV AUDIO GROUND TEST ZONE 4 TAMPER ALARM (TYP) POWER AUDIO GROUND ZONE 4 TEST ZONE 3 TAMPER ZONE 3 ALARM POWER ZONE 2 AUDIO...
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM...
  • Page 28 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM INSTALL JUMPERS JP 20 THRU JP 17 ALARM 1 ALARM 2 ALARM 3 JP20 19 18 17 ALARM 4 DATA + DATA - POWER SUPPLY GROUND SHIELD AUDIO + AUDIO - PARC-3 Figure 3-8 PARC-3 to LAP Wiring...

  • Page 29: Initial Set-Up And Adjustment

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM INITIAL SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENT General 4.1.1 This section assumes that you have successfully completed the equipment installation and all hardware has been installed at the job site. 4.1.2 If you have set up the system on the bench for testing and adjustment before going to the field, you will also be at this point.
  • Page 30 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 4.2.5 Table 4-1 shows the normal settings for the PARC-3 transponder and receiver addresses of each PARC-3 on a loop. Under normal conditions the switch settings shown are the “default” settings of the MX-2000 or the DCU Data Collection Unit, and the switches in each PARC-3 are set to match.

  • Page 31: Table 4-1 Parc-3 Transponder Switch Settings

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TABLE 4 - 1 PARC-3 TRANSPONDER SWITCH SETTINGS PROJECT NAME: LOOP NO. _____________ PARC-3 + VPP RECEIVER TRANSPONDER PARC-3 03RM INSTALLED SWITCH VOLTAGE SWITCH ZONES LOCATION SETTINGS ** SETTINGS ** READINGS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

  • Page 32: Setting Parc-3 Jumpers

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Setting PARC-3 Jumpers 4.3.1 The PARC-3 transponder contains several jumpers which determine the operation of the unit. Jumpers are used to set the initial conditions of the input zones and the options for audio monitoring (and video on PARC-3/IV) and local output. Since there are individual jumpers for each zone, the options can be selected differently for each zone.
  • Page 33 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 4.3.2.6 Jumpers JP-17-20 provide supervision of the LAP when connected to the local output. Jumpers are installed for LAP supervision and removed when connecting devices other than a LAP. 4.3.2.7 Jumper JP16 controls the local outputs to the LAP during a self-test. Jumper is installed across pins 1 &...
  • Page 34 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

  • Page 35: Setting 03Rm Receiver Jumpers

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Setting 03RM Receiver Jumpers 4.4.1 The 03RM Receiver contains several jumpers which set the output configuration of the alarm and tamper signals, as well as the auxiliary alarm contacts. 4.4.2 Set the 03RM alarm relay contacts for normally closed operation by placing JP6 in the “NC”...
  • Page 36 N T T N SENS. JP-6 3K ALM JP-7 SENS. AUDIO ADJ. VO L. A B C D Senstar Corp. 0 6-200900 REV JP-9 PAS RECEIVER MAD E IN USA H G F E 3K TMPR ALM 1 ALM 2 POWER...
  • Page 37 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Table 4-2 03RM RECEIVER JUMPER SETTINGS Function JP9 Jumper Settings No Jumpers No Audio/No Aux Relay Installed Std Audio/No Aux Relay Jump A-B Jump A-B, Std Audio/Aux Relay N.O. C-D, H-G Jump A-B, Std Audio/Aux Relay N.C.

  • Page 38: Initial Setup Of Central Control Equipment

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Initial Setup of Central Control Equipment 4.5.1 The PAS system can operate with either the MX-2000 Multiplex Control Center or the Data Collection Unit. In either case, the initial setup procedure for the central control equipment must be followed in conjunction with the initial setup of the PAS- 120.

  • Page 39: System Startup And Testing

    40 milliamps; 03RM/IV units draw approximately 120 milliamps. Only uninterruptible type power supplies are recommended for powering the PARC-3’s. The Senstar UPS-PFI is a battery backed, uninterruptible DC power supply designed 5.2.3 to power one or more PARC-3’s. It also provides a dry contact output to indicate when its AC supply voltage is lost.
  • Page 40 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 5.2.4 When utilizing the UPS-PFI (or any power supply with a 12V battery back-up), locate it in the immediate vicinity of the PARC-3(s) to minimize the voltage drop between supply and PARC-3. The distance between the UPS-PFI and its plug-in trans former is less critical, but should be within 100 feet.

  • Page 41: Initial Testing

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 5.2.4 Since the 03RM’s are powered by their respective PARC-3’s, voltage drop considerations are also important here. The supply voltage at the 03RM’s must be 11 VDC minimum. The minimum recommended wire size for 03RM connections is 22 AWG (typical resistance 3.0 ohms per 100 feet).

  • Page 42: Audio System Tests (Mx-2000)

    The results should be recorded on copies of Table 5-1. 5.5.3 Be sure your test transmitter(s) have fresh batteries. It is preferred that the test transmitters be checked using the Senstar transmitter test fixture before beginning system testing. 5.5.4 Before beginning, fill out copies of Table 5-1 showing zones to be tested.
  • Page 43 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 5.5.6 Start with the appropriate zone. At each receiver you will record the following: (Refer to Table 5-1) Alarm received Alarm LED present Audio received Audio quality good Alarm acknowledge Alarm reset 5.5.7 Test each receiver with the transmitter placed at 15-20 feet.

  • Page 44: Table 5-1 Personal Alarm System—Test Report

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TABLE 5-1 PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM--TEST REPORT FACILITY NAME: ZONE AREA NAME ALARM AUDIO ACK COMMENTS TEST BY: APPROVED BY: DATE:...

  • Page 45: Alarm Sensitivity Adjustment

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Alarm Sensitivity Adjustment 5.6.1 The ultrasonic alarm sensitivity is adjusted at the factory for alarm reporting up to 50 feet and normally needs no field adjustment. Occasionally, sensitivity requires adjustment in special installations. Remember that increasing sensitivity also increases the possibility of activating more than one zone.
  • Page 46 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM 5.7.3 Remove receiver from box to make adjustment. Clockwise adjustment increases level. Counterclockwise decreases level. STAINLESS FACE/MOUNTING PLATE AUDIO VOLUME POT SENSITIVITY ADJUST HIGH SENSITIVITY JUMPER JP7 SENS SENS AUDIO Figure 5-1 03RM Receiver Board...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    Periodic Tests 6.1.1 Each personal transmitter should be tested each day before use. Using the Senstar transmitter test device is recommended. If not available, designate a zone for daily testing. 6.1.2 The self-test function should be utilized to test the complete system each week.
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  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Transmitters are carried by personnel and are therefore subject to dropping or other abuse. Defective transmitters must be returned to the factory for repair. Always perform system testing with a known good personal alarm transmitter. If in doubt, test the transmitter using the Senstar transmitter test device.

  • Page 50: Repair

    03RM or the wiring. If the problem stays with the bad zone, the problem is probably in the zone PARC-3. Return components thought to be defective to Senstar for repair in 7.3.3 accordance with the return procedure. Include information describing the nature of the problem with the component to be repaired.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting Guidelines

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TABLE 7 - 1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED SOLUTION Transmission not Transmitter bad Test transmitter using Senstar received in zone tester. Test transmitter in another zone. Test with another known good transmitter System malfunction Run self-test.
  • Page 52 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TABLE 7 - 1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED SOLUTION Self-test failure Inquire about maintenance Damage caused by the in one zone or construction in adjacent work on other systems (continued) areas.
  • Page 53 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM TABLE 7 - 1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED SOLUTION Tamper alarm on Receiver not secure Secure receiver. one or more devices Magnet missing or not Check magnet mounting. located correctly Bad tamper switch(es) Check with ohmmeter and replace if necessary.

  • Page 54: Appendix - Personal Alarm Transmitter Operation Guide

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM APPENDIX...
  • Page 55 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM APPENDIX YOUR Senstar PAT (Personal Alarm Transmitter) Provides personal protection by notifying the central control facility of your location whenever emer- gency assistance is requested. When activated, your PAT sends a coded ultrasonic signal (high-fre- quency sound) to receivers which relay your emergency signal to the central control point.
  • Page 56 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM WEARING YOUR PAT/S A.3.1 WEAR your PAT/S either directly on your belt or in the optional leather holster. You may also clip your pat outside of the clothing. Do not cover your PAT/S with a heavy jacket, robe or lab coat.
  • Page 57 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM LOW BATTERY INDICATION A.4.1 Your PAT/S includes a LOW BATTERY alarm. When the battery has approximately 8 hours of operation remaining, a short audible beep will be heard every 45 seconds. The signal will repeat until a new battery is installed.
  • Page 58 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM A.6.5 The MAN-DOWN feature should be turned OFF whenever your PAT/S is removed from your belt or stored. Ball-point PAT/C Model SENDING AN ALARM B.1.1 BY PUSH-BUTTON: ACTIVATE the emergency signal by depressing the gray button located on top of your PAT/C.
  • Page 59 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Activation Button Belt Clip Keeper Pull Switch LOW BATTERY INDICATION B.2.1 Your PAT/C includes a LOW BATTERY alarm. When the battery has approximately 8 hours of operation remaining, a short audible beep will be heard every 2 minutes. This warning tone will repeat until new batteries are installed.
  • Page 60 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS-PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM Remove both security screws Separate case here Security screwdriver B.3.4 Remove the old battery pack and install a new one. Observe polarity. INSTALL BATTERY PACK OBSERVE POLARITY...
  • Page 61 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS — PERSONAL ALARM SYSTEM B.3.5 Replace front of case by inserting bottom tab in slot above keeper switch first and then bring case together. B.3.6 Insert screws and tighten securely. WEARING YOUR PAT/C B.4.1 The PAT/C can be clipped directly on your belt, a pocket, lapel or attached to clothing or break-away necklace with the keeper ring.

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