Paradox PCS265LTE Installation And Programming Manual

PCS265LTE
LTE / 4G / 3G / 2G / GSM
Communicator Module
V5.01 or higher
Installation and Programming Guide
**Compatible with Insite GOLD
and SWAN Server**
You must use a SIM card with a
data charge limit. Paradox will not
be responsible in any way for any
usage charges of data or voice
whatsoever.
Installation
1
1 Mounting hole
2
2 Antenna connector
3
3 Wall tamper hole
4 Serial connector
5 RS485 / power terminal
8
6 Upgrade connector
7
7 Battery terminal
8 Cover tamper switch
4
6
1
5
SIM Card Connection
The PCS265LTE supports two nano LTE/4G/3G/2G or GSM provider
SIM cards. To install the SIM cards, open the SIM Card tray and insert
card into base, as shown. SIM 1 is used as "Primary" and SIM 2 for
"Backup". If only one SIM card is used, insert into SIM 1.
Note: SIM Card 2 can only be configured via SMS.
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Panel Connections
Connect the PCS265LTE's serial out to the serial connector on the
panel.
• For LTE/4G/3G/2G reporting, connect to the Serial port of
the panel.
• For GSM reporting, connect to the EBUS port of the panel.
LTE/4G/3G/2G (Serial Connector)
GSM (EBUS Connector)
Note: GSM reporting is not supported on + Series panels.
RS485 Connection
A CVT485 module can be connected onto the control panel's EBUS in
order to lengthen the distance (up to 300 m. / 1000 ft.) between the
panel and the PCS265LTE. Refer to the drawing for connections.
Up to 300m (1000 ft.)*
Up to 50m (160 ft.) AWG18
External Antenna Connection
Use the ANTK4G LTE external antenna kit for PTCRB installations or to
improve RF reception if your module's signal strength is weak. External
antenna kits and extension kits are purchased separately.
IP Module Connection
The PCS265LTE can be connected to an IP Internet Module's PCS port.
For more information on how to configure this option, please refer to the
IP module's Installation manual.
Powering-up the PCS265LTE
Once your hardware connections are completed, the PCS265LTE
module will begin its power up sequence.
• Power LED will turn solid green
• Status LED will turn solid green
• SIM card 1 LED will slowly flash red while searching for the GSM
network; once found the LED will be solid yellow
If configured for LTE/4G/3G/2G reporting, you will need to configure
network provider information. Refer to the Programming section.
Note: The battery is optional. If a battery is used/installed, do not allow
the battery to deplete and ensure that the battery is replaced when low.
The battery function is to support power shut down and not to be used
as backup as defined in EN50131-6.
LED Functionality
LED Functionality
Solid yellow
Red flashing
Solid blue
Flashing Blue
Solid green
SIM1 and
SIM2*
Flashing green
Flashing every
0.2 seconds
Flashing every
0.5 seconds
Flashing every
1 second
Off
CVT485
Power Solid green
Off
Status Solid green
Flashing green
Off
Signal Three LEDs indicate network signal strength
Strength
*When using an e-bus connection, the LED is always yellow.
Note: When upgrading the firmware remotely SIM1, SIM2, and Status
LEDs will all flash green throughout the upgrade process.
Panel Communication Loss LED Functionality
LED Functionality
SIM1 Blue or green
(LTE or 2G/3G)
SIM 2 Orange
Power Solid green
Status Red
RSSI COLOR Green
Programming
In order to configure the PCS265LTE for reporting, you will need to first
configure your SIM cards. Please note that SIM Card 1 can be
configured via panel programming or SMS and SIM Card 2 via SMS
only.
IP Reporting over LTE/4G/3G/2G and SMS Personal Reporting
Network Provider Information
MG/SP EVO
[921] [2960]
[922] [2961]
[923] [2962]
[924] [2963]
[925] [2964]
[926] [2965]
Important: This information can be obtained from your mobile
network provider.
Refer to the List of SMS Commands Table on page 2.
GSM
No network
LTE/4G
Internet present, polling to SWAN
and received a connection identifier
Data exchange
3G/2G
Internet present, polling to SWAN
and received a connection identifier
Data exchange/updating firmware
Internet present, polling to SWAN but
did not receive a connection identifier
Internet present, received a
connection identifier but it is not
polling to SWAN
Internet present, not polling to SWAN
and did not receive a connection
identifier
No Internet connection
Power on
No power
Battery is charged at 80% or higher
Battery charging
Battery is not connected
On for 3 seconds then flashes green
3 times in a loop
Flashes 3 times every 3 seconds
On
Flashes 3 times every 3 seconds
All LEDs are on for 3 seconds then
off for 1.5 seconds in a loop
Feature
APN part 1 (characters 1-16)
APN part 2 (characters 17-32)
APN user name part 1 (1-16)
APN user name part 2 (17-32)
APN password part 1 (1-16)
APN password part 2 (17-32)
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