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Firmware Version 11C (or prior) to version 20 (or greater) by replacing the EPROM. The PCBoard version ( triangle number) is printed on a triangular shaped sticker affixed to the GEM-P9600 circuit board. NAPCO Security Systems, Inc. 333 Bayview Avenue, Amityville, New York 11701...
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. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
For a direct high-speed data transfer to the control panel from a desktop computer, connect the download jack (J1) on the panel to the LOCAL jack (J3) on the Napco PCI2000/3000 computer interface using the supplied 6-conductor cable. (Refer to PCI2000/3000 Installation Instructions WI443 for wiring diagram and procedures.) Similarly, a high-speed local download may be made in the field using a notebook or laptop computer.
Should it be necessary to create a new custom default program, (a) from the Dealer Program Mode, press the button to enter the Direct Address Program Mode; (b) access Location 4091 (Clear Program); (c) press the J button and start over. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Local System or C.S. Reporting System (Appears for New Panel Only) REPORT ALL ZONES Press YES ( ) button for all zones to report; press NO ( ) button TO CENTRAL? Y/N for no zones to report (LOCAL SYSTEM). (Press YES or NO) NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Sescoa, Vertex, DCI, Franklin Radionics Modem 2 in Direct Address Programming. See CS Fast Radionics Fast Receiver Options. Ademco Point ID Silent Knight Fast Ademco Express Radionics, DCI, Franklin Slow Pager Universal High Speed Radionics BFSK NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
ARM ONLY LEVEL 3 ARM ONLY NONE SERVICE LEVEL 1 SERVICE LEVEL 2 SERVICE LEVEL 3 SERVICE Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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CHANGING OR CANCELING A CODE: To change any code, merely program over the existing code as described above and press to save. Similarly, to cancel a code, blank out each number of the code and press to save to save. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Press NEXT ( ) button to proceed. Quick Method. If a receiver is already installed in the panel, Napco Z N # X M I T # + C S P transmitter wireless points can be programmed automatically (“enrolled”) using the following procedure.
Zone Number (e.g. “01”) and change the Zone Number using the buttons. Program a new description as above. NOTE: Zone Descriptions can only be entered through the GEM-/RP1CAe2 Keypad or by using the Napco Quickloader Software. Press NEXT ( ) button to proceed.
GEM-RP1CAe2 Keypad and Foreign Language configuration(similar to a new panel). Access address 4093, then press the button. Data entry is not allowed. NOTE: Some features (schedules) can only be programmed again with the Downloading Software. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Fire Zones can be programmed as 2 Wire Fire zones. ZN# 00 Press NEXT ( ) button to proceed. NOTE: JP7 must be set to “2-WF” position for 2-wire fire zones 7 and 8 (refer to Installation Instructions). (Direct Entry) NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
01 to 15. Directly enter the number of keypads, including leading zeros. Use number buttons through . NOTE: Press button for a zero. Press to save . Press NEXT ( ) button #KP 00 to proceed. (Direct Entry) NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Direct Address Programming. See CS Receiver Options. Radionics Fast Silent Knight Fast Radionics, DCI, Franklin Slow Universal High Speed Radionics BFSK FBI 4/3/1 Radionics Modem 2 Ademco Point ID Ademco Express Pager NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
ARM ONLY LEVEL 3 ARM ONLY NONE SERVICE LEVEL 1 SERVICE LEVEL 2 SERVICE LEVEL 3 SERVICE Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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CHANGING OR CANCELING A CODE: To change any code, merely program over the existing code as described above and press to save. Similarly, to cancel a code, blank out each number of the code press to save. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
:0 PT0 to save. Press NEXT ( ) button to proceed. Quick Method. If a receiver is already installed in the panel, Napco (Direct Entry) transmitter wireless points can be programmed automatically (“enrolled”) using the following procedure. NOTE: The transmitter point will be enrolled ZN#11 only if the signal strength is 3 or greater.
The key fob is converted to a “panic only” device. ZONE DESCRIPTIONS: GEM-RP2ASe2 cannot be used to enter Zone Descriptions. To enter Zone Descriptions you must use the GEM-RP1CAe2 Keypad or the Napco Quickloader Software. NAPCO Security Systems...
Address Program Mode; (b) access Location 4091 (Clear Program) or 4093 (Cold Start); (c) press and then (d) press the button to exit the Dealer Program Mode. A System Trouble Condition will occur. Press the button to silence the keypad. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
) button for all zones to report; press NO ( ) button for no zones to report (LOCAL SYSTEM). BYPASS FIRE/TBL SYS TBL CHIME INTERIOR BYPASS FIRE/TBL SYS TBL CHIME INTERIOR (Yes or No) NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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(•). Press to save. Press NEXT ( ) button to (Direct Entry) proceed. NOTE: Central Station Receiver 2 and 3 Telephone Numbers can only be entered in Direct Address Programming. See CS Receiver Options. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Sescoa, Vertex, DCI, Franklin Radionics Modem 2 in Direct Address Programming. See CS Fast Radionics Fast Receiver Options. Ademco Point ID Silent Knight Fast Ademco Express Radionics, DCI, Franklin Slow Pager Universal High Speed Radionics BFSK NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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ARM ONLY LEVEL 3 ARM ONLY NONE SERVICE LEVEL 1 SERVICE LEVEL 2 SERVICE LEVEL 3 SERVICE Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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CHANGING OR CANCELING A CODE: To change any code, merely program over the existing code as described above and press to save. Similarly, to cancel a code, blank out each number of the code press to save to save. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Press NEXT ( ) button to proceed. Quick Method. If a receiver is already installed in the panel, Napco transmitter wireless points can be programmed automatically (“enrolled”) using the following procedure. NOTE: The transmitter point will be enrolled only if the signal strength is 3 or greater.
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Address Program Mode; (b) access Location 4091 (Clear Program) or 4093 (Cold Start); (c) press and then (d) press the button to exit the Dealer Program Mode. A System Trouble Condition will occur. Press the button to silence the keypad. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
“TURNON PROG Y/N” (GEM-RP2ASe2) or “17” (GEM-RP3DGTL) appears on the keypad display. 3. Press F To Enter Dealer Program Mode 4. Press C To Exit Easy Menu Driven Program Mode & Enter Direct Address Program Mode NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
= DATA ENTRY LOCATION (Left and Right Digits) DIRECT ADDRESS PROGRAM MODE KEYPAD COMMANDS A. GEM-RP1CAe2 Keypads 0 0 0 0 3 C ( S E C O N D S ) 0000 3C NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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COMPUTERIZED SECURITY SYSTEM To exit, press the C button NOTE: “A” = ; “B” = ; “C” = ; “D” = ; “E” = ; “F” = . Press for a zero or to clear. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
It is blank • recommended that the panel be uploaded to NAPCO's Quickloader software following any keypad programming and that the PCD3000's error-check feature be utilized to reduce the possibility of programming omissions or "...
1 2 1 8 will advance to the data field. 5. Press to enter an “E” in the left digit and press to enter a blank (•) in the right digit. 6. Press to save. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
(each “nibble”). Numbers in parentheses indicate data for selected zones or features. (See Programming Worksheets that DEFAULTS: The defaults shown on the following pages are automatically set after exiting the Easy Menu Driven Mode. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
A. Choose a desired delay/timeout , ex: 20. Note: For Sensor Watch only divide it by 10, ex: 20/10 = 2 1 Quotient Left Digit B. Divide it by 16 16 20 4 Remainder Right Digit NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
DEALER SECURITY CODE: Enter up to 6 digits to be used by the dealer to enter programming. 1. Enter in both left and right digits of address locations. 2. Valid entries are: 0-9. Note: If left blank, the Master Security Code must then be used to enter programming. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
(left and right). 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
1. Enter in right digit only (left digit is not used). 2. Valid entries are: 0-9. 2. Valid entries are: 1 or 2. Note: Download Security Code must match the code entered in the PCD3000 Software. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
0862 Opening after Alarm blank (•) 0867 NOTE: Dark shaded data value box Fail to Close 0868 shows option not available. [Default = blank (•) blank (•) from address 0859-0869] 0869 Fail to Open NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Leave blank (•) to select Rotary Dialing. 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
MODEM CODES determine the zone types reported for the following formats: SIA and ADEMCO Point Hold up Gas Alarm 1. Select the desired Modem Code for each zone from the table shown. Heat Alarm Auxiliary Alarm 24 Hour Auxiliary NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
User 98 = Quickloader Arming/Disarming LEFT RIGHT Telco 1 1-16 (see Easy Menu Program Driven User 99 = Easy Arming (Opening not applicable) Mode) will report as Users 81-96, blank (•) User 00 = Keyswitch Arming respectively. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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User 98 = Quickloader Arming/Disarming LEFT RIGHT Telco 3 1-16 (see Easy Menu Program Driven User 99 = Easy Arming (Opening not applicable) Mode) will report as Users 81-96, blank (•) User 00 = Keyswitch Arming respectively. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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(left and right). 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
1. Select the desired option by circling " the data values for each digit 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. (left and right). 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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1. Select the desired option by circling " the data values for each digit 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. (left and right). 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Zone ANDing Group 8 1361 1261 Interior #1 Bypass 1362 1262 Interior #2 Bypass 1363 1263 Keypad Sounder on Alarm 1364 1264 Fire (C) 1375 1275 Fire Alarm Verification (C) 1376 1276 Chime 2 1386 1286 NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Interior #1 Bypass 1562 1462 Interior #2 Bypass 1563 1463 Keypad Sounder on Alarm 1564 1464 Fire (C) 1575 1475 Fire Alarm Verification (C) 1576 1476 Chime 2 1586 1486 See Zone Options on Page 54. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Interior #1 Bypass 1762 1662 Interior #2 Bypass 1763 1663 Keypad Sounder on Alarm 1764 1664 Fire (C) 1775 1675 Fire Alarm Verification (C) 1776 1676 Chime 2 1786 1686 See Zone Options on Page NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Interior #1 Bypass 1962 1862 Interior #2 Bypass 1963 1863 Keypad Sounder on Alarm 1964 1864 Fire (C) 1975 1875 Fire Alarm Verification (C) 1976 1876 Chime 2 1986 1886 See Zone Options on Page 54. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Interior #1 Bypass 2162 2062 Interior #2 Bypass 2163 2063 Keypad Sounder on Alarm 2164 2064 Fire (C) 2175 2075 Fire Alarm Verification (C) 2176 2076 Chime 2 2186 2086 See Zone Options on Page 54. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Interior #1 Bypass 2362 2262 Interior #2 Bypass 2363 2263 Keypad Sounder on Alarm 2364 2264 Fire (C) 2375 2275 Fire Alarm Verification (C) 2376 2276 Chime 2 2386 2286 See Zone Options on Page 54. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Fire, Pulse Alarm Output and Fire Verification is enabled for the zone numbers entered in “FIRE ZONES” Menu Driven program Mode. 2-Wire Smoke Detector is enabled for zone numbers entered in “2 WIRE FIRE ZONES” NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
(left and right). 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. ADDRESS ALARM/TROUBLE 3879-3881 REPORTING CODES LEFT ADDR RIGHT Wireless Low Battery blank (•) 3879 Wireless Supervisory blank (•) 3880 Wireless Tamper blank (•) 3881 [Default = blank (•) blank (•) from address 3879-3881] NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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OF DATA VALUES) OF DATA VALUES) Note: Right digit is RESERVED RESERVED (not used). Enter data in left digit blank (•) RESERVED only. Disable Auto [Default = blank (•) blank (•)] Dial Tone Detection NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
(left and right). 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
2. Enable desired options for each area by drawing a circle " around its corresponding binary data value. NOTE: No circle = feature disabled. 3. Enter data in corresponding left and right digit address locations above. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
(left and right). 2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in address location (left and right digits). NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
2. Add the data values (ex: 15=1+2+4+8) from the selected options. 3. Enter in right digit address location. NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
4093XX Access address 4093, then press the button. Data entry is not allowed. GEM-RP2ASe2 Keypad NOTE: Some features (schedules, language configuration) can only be re-programmed with the Downloading Software. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
G 0 button to clear character at cursor. NOTE: Press number buttons. The cursor will then To continue press E or F button. advance to the User Code and read the existing code, if any. Programming User Codes NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
Press the button to save. Advance to the next zone as in Steps 1 and 2 above and repeat this procedure until all zones have been programmed. NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Press the button to continue or press the button to exit the Keypad Configuration Mode (display will read 01 OUT OF SYSTEM “ ”). Then replace Jumper JP5 across Pins 1–2 (top two). NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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Cut Jumper B to disable LCD backlighting. DISABLE SOUNDER Cut Jumper C to disable the sounder. (Do not disable in UL applications.) NAPCO Security Systems, Inc. 333 Bayview Avenue, Amityville, New York 11701 For Sales and Repairs, call toll free: (800) 645-9445 For direct line to Technical Service, call toll free: (800) 645-9440 Internet: http://www.napcosecurity.com...
Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code DISPLAY AUTO ARM SCHD Not available in GEM-RP2ASe2 / GEM-RP3DGTL keypads ACTIVATE PROGRAM Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter ACTIVATE DOWNLOAD DISPLAY RF XMITTER STAT RELAY CONTROL NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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ACTIVATE DOWNLOAD DISPLAY RF XMITTER STAT Minimum level required to access function RELAY CONTROL Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Not available in GEM-RP2ASe2 / GEM-RP3DGTL keypads Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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ENTER DATE (MM/DD/YY) ENTER TIME (HH:MMA/P) ENTER DEALER CODE Minimum level required to access function Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Not available in GEM-RP2ASe2 / GEM-RP3DGTL keypads Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
RELAY CONTROL Press button (at any time) Minimum level required to access function Level 3 code with appropriate option Requires dealer code Not available in GEM-RP2ASe2 / GEM-RP3DGTL keypads Initial Configuration only; suppressed thereafter NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming 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-P9600 Programming Instructions...
CS Receiver 1 Options Direct Address 0526 CS Receiver 1 Telephone Number Direct Address 0527-0546 CS Receiver 2 Format Direct Address 0550 CS Receiver 2 Options Direct Address 0551 CS Receiver 2 Telephone Number Direct Address 0552-0571 NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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RF Transmitter Points Easy Menu Driven RF Trouble Report Code Direct Address 0897 Selective Bypass (Zone Option) Direct Address 1205, 1305, 1405, . . ., 2305 48 - 53 Sensor Watch Report Code Direct Address 0877 NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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1245, 1345, 1445, . . ., 2345 48 - 53 Zone Options - Zones 1 To 96 Direct Address 1200-2376 48 - 53 Zones Report Code - Zones 1 to 96 Direct Address 0910-1005 NAPCO Security Systems GEM-P9600 Programming Instructions...
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