GEM-X255 Notes: or a GEM-X255 system comprising 96 zones or less, the system may be keypad programmed. A system larger than 96 zones must be downloaded with NAPCO PCD-Windows Version 4.1. This manual contains Easy Program Mode instructions, which allows the the first 96 zones to be completely programmed through Menu Driven Easy Program Mode.
Keypad Messages ............30 GLOSSARY ..............31 Refer to accompanying GEM-X255 Programming Instructions (WI1093) for programming information. NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE INTENDED AND WRITTEN FOR PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION PERSONNEL HAVING SUITABLE TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT AFTER PROGRAMMING, THE ERROR CHECK UTILITY OF THE PCD3000 DOWNLOADER BE USED TO VERIFY THAT THE CONTROL PANEL PROGRAM CONTAINS NO ERRORS OR CONFLICTS WHICH MAY INHIBIT ITS INTENDED OPERATION.
Conventional LEDs and a sounder are also provided for annunciation. Data may be quickly and easily downloaded to the control panel using a PC-compatible computer with NAPCO's PCD-Windows Quickloader software and PCI2000 computer interface. Or, the panel may be programmed using the keypad in its secondary mode of operation.
Access only capability. Provisions for fire, police and auxiliary panic alarms. Integral 4-zone EZM included in each keypad (GEM-RP1CAe2 only). Communicator Test to Central facilitates testing; Locate, Fault-Find and EZM-Locate diagnostics simplify troubleshooting. PGM output. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
650 mA 24 Hours Note: With 1 RBAT6 battery, GEM-X255 combined standby current + PS3002 standby current may not exceed 1.2A. W(2) With 2 RBAT6 batteries, GEM-X255 combined standby current + alarm current may not exceed 1.9A Not evaluated by U.L.
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WL1: Wire Assembly with Lug Connector, 20” Wheelock 46T-G6-12-WS-12-HF-R; 46T-G10-12-WS-12- VERI-PHONE: Two-Way Voice/Listen-In Module * HF-R W834-1: Keypad Cable, plug-in (20”) OI273: User Guide, GEM-X255 Transformers: WI1092: GEM-X255 Programming Manual Basler Electric BE116240CAA 40VA; BE116250CAA 50 WI1093: GEM-X255 Installation Manual * Not investigated by UL.
Fire type RF transmitters (GEM-SMK, GEM-HEAT - type 7,8 & E) supervisory timer must be programmed for 4 hours (240 minutes). Burglary type RF transmitters (type 0-6,A,D & F) supervisory timer must be programmed for 12 hours (720 NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
24-Hour Zone or Day Zone. When used on a normally-open zone, normally-closed tamper switches (open when set) should be wired in parallel. On a normally-closed zone, install Napco TPS-2 normally-open tamper switches (closed when set) in series.
CAUTION: Do not run telephone wiring near speaker wires; do not run keypad wiring with loop wiring. Adding Expansion Zones GEM-X255 Series control panels will handle up to 8 zones as is, however this number may be increased to as many as 255 programmable zones using optional expansion zone modules (EZMs).
In addition to Grade-B Requirements (above), one relay on the RM3008 must be programmed to trip the Ademco 7720 when the telephone line fails. Daily openings and closings are required to be transmitted by the Napco panel along with the 24-hour DACT test signal and DACT trouble conditions.
The last received signal strength for each transmission is always stored in memory and can viewed at any time using this procedure. Signal strength can also be viewed through the PCD-Windows Status Screen. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
AUXILIARY ALARM OUTPUT Auxiliary Output can be activated depending on the programming options selected (see GEM-X255 Programming Instructions). Connect the device controlled by the programmable output between terminal 8 (+) and terminal 14 (-). A programming option “Aux. Output Chirp on Key-fob Arming”...
Auxiliary Power provides a filtered 12 VDC nominal output which is used for powering auxiliary AUX POWER devices. NOTE: To calculate the available standby time refer to the Standby-Battery Calculation Worksheet at the back of this manual. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
(2 LINE LCD KEYPAD) The GEM-X255 Control Panel may be expanded up to 96 zones. This may be accomplished by adding 88 zones to the basic 8 zone configuration. Hardwired zone expanders include: GEM-EZM4 (4 additonal zones per module), GEM-EZM8 (8 additional zones per module) and GEM-RP1CAe2 Keypad (4 additional zones per keypad).
4-WIRE SMOKE DETECTOR WIRING ( - ) The GEM-X255 can use conventional 12 VDC 4-wire smoke detectors. To use them, the select fire zone programming option and do not select 2-wire smoke detector programming option for the desired fire zone (refer to the GEM-X255 Programming Instructions).
This line should not be connected to party lines or coin operated telephones. If connected to a line with call waiting, then call waiting interrupt numbers must be programmed into the CS Telephone Numbers (refer to the GEM-X255 Programming Instructions WI1092).
A valid number will be acknowledged by a short beep; an invalid number will be rejected by a long beep. 2. Press the button to continue or press the button to exit. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Keypad Configuration Mode “CONTROL #2” 01 OUT OF SYSTEM (display will read “ ”). Then replace Jumper JP5 across Pins 1–2 “CONTROL #3” (top two). NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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(OI193 for the GEM-RP1CAe2 and to the Keypad Programming Modes at the end of this manual. USER CODES & ZONE DESCRIPTIONS (Refer to the GEM-X255 Programming Instructions (W1092) for a detailed explanation of programming.) Up to 195 personal user codes may be programmed at the keypad. NOTE: The Authority Level and Access Byte associated with each User Code may only be programmed in the Dealer Program Mode.
The display will read “PLEASE WAIT” while the control panel communicates to the central station. If the ringback tone does not sound within about 30 seconds, the START EXIT TIME function may be used to manually start exit delay. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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As in Overview, if any zone is not secured, the area will not arm and the keypad will display “CAN'T ARM SYSTEM / AREA # IN TROUBLE”, where “#” represents the area number. To disarm both areas, press and enter a valid user code. To arm the alternate area, see Keypad Area Change. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
Should a burglary alarm occur, the red ARMED LED will flash, and the display will alternately read “ALARM”, then the zones violated. Disarm the panel; the display will read “ALARM” and will continue to indicate the violated zones until the button is pressed or the panel is armed once again. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
DISPLAY PHONE #'S The panel can function as an auto dialer to any of four programmed telephone numbers. (Telephone numbers must be programmed through Napco PCD3000 Quickloader software.) Select Telephone #1-4 using NEXT ( ) and PRIOR ) buttons, then press the button.
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“SYSTEM READY” condition. DISPLAY OP/CL NAPCO's PCD3000 Quickloader software offers a comprehensive array of programmable opening and closing suppression windows, by area, for all days of the week, for both normal and holiday schedules. A two-line display of the programmed schedule may be read at the keypad.
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Displays most recent system events. Line 1 displays event and date. Line 2 displays time and other pertinent information, where necessary, depending upon event. To check previous system events, scroll back using the PRIOR ( button. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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NODATA: transmission not yet received NORMAL: transmitter's zone normal; FAULT: transmitter's zone open; LOBATT: transmitter battery low; TAMPER: transmitter case open; S.FAIL: supervisory failure (test transmission not received within programmed time); NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
96 available external relays. The group number will display with a related description. Scroll through the groups using the NEXT ( ) and PRIOR ( ) buttons; change the status of the displayed group by pressing the button. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
Access Only Access Logging Note: The GEM-X255 has not been evaluated by UL for compliance with UL294 (Access Control Systems). If Access Control on Auxiliary Output is selected, entering the Access Code while disarmed will trip the panel's Auxiliary output.
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WI1093A 12/01 Alarm Outputs (See Wiring Diagram for UL requirements.) The GEM-X255 has three Form-C relay outputs: Burglary, Auxiliary and Reset. Each has a related jumper (B, A, and C, respectively) that may be cut for dry contacts. The following table summarizes wiring for signalling an alarm in typical installations. See Time Selection for timeout duration.
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For example, in a two-area system, each area could be programmed to silence only those alarms initiated within its own area; or both areas could be programmed to silence an alarm initiated from either area. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Lug E10 (BURG.) will go to about 1Vdc when the Burglary Output is tripped. This lug is intended for connection to UL-listed devices rated 5mA maximum and capable of operating over the voltage range of 8-13.0Vdc (12V, special application). Use Napco Part No.
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Program Zone Type as follows: Fire* = “1” (Note: Not for Modem 2 Receivers); Panic = “2”; Burglary = “3”; Holdup = “4”; Gas Alarm = “7”; Heat Alarm = “8”; Auxiliary Alarm = “A” (Keypad displays “0”); 24-Hour Aux. Alarm = “B”. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Arming and disarming will turn off the Watch Mode. If Report Trouble is selected, a trouble on a Day Zone will be reported only when the Watch Mode is on. Dealer Security Code See Master Security Code NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Any program changes such as adding/changing user codes, adding users to an area, or changing Entry/Exit Delays will be processed properly with the panel armed. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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E9 - See Fire Lug E10 - See Burglary Lug E19 - See Veri-Phone: Silence All Outputs During Audio Session E22 - Common terminal for Reset Relay. Use Napco Part No. WL1 for field wiring. Easy Arming Permits quick arming by simply pressing the button.
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Lug E9 (FIRE) will go to about 1Vdc when a Fire Zone programmed for Fire Output is tripped. This lug may be used for auxiliary equipment. (For use, refer to the instructions furnished with the device.) Use Napco Part No. WL1 for connection.
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Disarm OR the opening of the Exit Entry zone while the system is armed. Keypad Access see Access Control Keypad Area Assignments In multiple-area systems, assign an Area Number (“1”– “8”) to each keypad. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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(“swingers”). Loop response times for Zones 1 through 8 are programmed into the control panel; those for Zones 9 through 96 loop responses are selected at the respective keypad configuration mode or expansion module jumper. (Refer to keypad instructions and EZM Installation Instructions.) Selectable loop-response times for Zones 1–8 are: NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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No EOL Resistor Program for any zone not wired with a 2200 Ohm end-of-line resistor (Napco Part No. EOL2.2K). This will disable any zone-short indication (if programmed, Day Zone Short is disabled). If not programmed, an end-of-line resistor must be installed. Note: This selection is automatically disabled for zones selected as Fire.
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“ZONE FAULTS”. To arm the panel, press the button, then enter the User Code. Any zone not selected as a Priority Zone may be programmed as a Priority Zone with Bypass. Pulse Burglary Output See Alarm Outputs NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Normally, Report Telco 1 is used to report to the central station. Report Telco 3 is used when certain zones will report to a different receiver (split reporting); Report Telco 1 and Report Telco 3 are both used on the same zone to report to two receivers NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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8 hours or more may be in order. Supervision time should be calculated for the supervised zone with the least amount of traffic. Up to 255 hours may be programmed (see Time Selection). Silence All Outputs During Audio Session See Veri-Phone Single-Digit Format See Data Format NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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ABOVE TERMINAL 20 ABOVE TERMINAL 22 ABOVE TERMINAL 23 3. Install a 130W resistor (Napco Part No. EOL130; color code: brown/orange/ brown), 3 watts, across the two terminals of each selected zone. 4. Wire the positive (+) terminal of the smoke detector to Terminal 28.
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Removing a keypad from the wall causes a similar system trouble indication. The keypad will display “E11-NN BURG KPD TAMPER”, where “NN” denotes the keypad number. Press the button to silence the sounder (“SYSTEM READY” will display). To manually reset the system trouble, correct the problem then select RESET SYSTEM TBL. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Cancel Next Test Timer Report on Any Report The test timer schedule is programmed using NAPCO's PCD3000 Quickloader Software. If Test Timer is programmed, an automatic test report will be transmitted to the central station on the scheduled day(s) at the scheduled time. (UL installations require a report at least every 24 hours.) To report test timer, select Report Test Timer and program a report code.
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TouchTone and rotary dial to reach Telephone 1, then Telephone 2. See Backup Report on Telco 2. Transmit “402” Closing Code Program to send a “402” closing code (for Ademco Point ID modem format) in place of a “401” code. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Trouble on Night Open, which will identify an open circuit on a normally-closed zone while armed as a trouble condition (not an alarm), is intended for use with a Napco Monitor-Series dual-technology sensor. While there will be no indication at the keypad, any of these trouble conditions can be reported if Report Trouble is programmed as well.
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Panic Zones. If an Audible output is programmed, the keypad will flash the red Armed LED and display “ALARM” followed by the zone description. Note: Do not program a Day Zone as a 24-Hour Zone. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
(Alarm Time) Alarm current drawn in alarm. Alarm Time in Hours. Example: For a 15 minute alarm timeout, Alarm Time = 15/60 = 0.25. MINIMUM REQUIRED BATTERY CAPACITY = BOX 2 + BOX 3 NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
Should removal of the circuit board be necessary, use this wiring legend to relocate wire leads to their proper terminals. Enter wire identification number or color code in WIRE NUMBER column and enter wire function in DESCRIPTION column (optional). TERMINAL WIRE NO. DESCRIPTION NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
EASY MENU PROGRAM ACTIVATE PROGRAM MODE ACTIVATE DOWNLOAD DISPLAY RF XMITTER STAT Minimum level required to access function RELAY CONTROL Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
ACTIVATE PROGRAM EASY MENU PROGRAM MODE ACTIVATE DOWNLOAD DISPLAY RF XMITTER STAT RELAY CONTROL Minimum level required to access function Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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ENTER DATE (MM/DD/YY) Press button ENTER TIME (HH:MMA/P) (at any time) DIRECT ADDRESS PROGRAM MODE Minimum level required to access function Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
(01-96) ACTIVATE DOWNLOAD DISPLAY RF XMITTER STAT RELAY CONTROL Press button (at any time) Minimum level required to access function Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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Return Jumper JP5 * from Pins 2-3 to Pins 1-2 (“SYSTEM READY”) * JP5 is located at the top-right corner of the circuit board. ** If a Compatibility Number other than “0000” is programmed, “OLD COMPAT# XXXX” is displayed. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-X255 Installation Instructions...
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