ZP3 Fire Control Panel Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance Manual
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REV 11 (ISS 08/03/2010)
Built-in communication port
RS232 Built-in serial port
This port is used to connect the ZP3 panel to an external computer for the purpose of uploading
or downloading the panel’s configuration program. Configuration programming is normally done
on a PC using the "Planner for Windows" programme, and then loaded into the panel on-site via a
portable PC. This port can also be used to upgrade the ZP3 panel software to a new version.
Note:
The preferred
baud rate settings when using Planner to configure a ZP3 panel are:
Baud
rate Data
bits
Parity
Stop
bits
Receive
38400
8 Even
1
Send
9600
8 Even
1
Alternatively you can set Z-Port 1 to ‘ZCP3’ to allow control directly from Planner.
The protocol is RS232, with a 3-wire connection as shown in Figure 10. This port shares internal
lines with "Port1a", and consequently the D-plug connection to the ZP3AB-RS232 board must be
physically disconnected before using the built-in port.
Figure 10: RS232 Built-in serial port
RS232 is officially specified as a maximum cable length of 10 metres, which is more than
adequate for ZP3/PC configuration functions. The connecting cable must be screened, and must
be made-up as per Figure 10. Alternatively, a standard null modem cable can be used.