INSTALLATION
We recommend installing the receiver in a centralized
location on the main floor. Avoid installing the receiver in
the basement. Although, if desired, it can be installed in
proximity of the control panel. When selecting an
installation site please take into consideration that the
maximum reception distance of the receiver is
approximately 54 meters (175 feet) line of sight. The circuit
is static sensitive, thus take great care during handling.
Avoid installing the receiving module near or in
the path of strong RF fields, such as neon lights
or computers. Also avoid installing the receiver
on or near metal objects, circuit breaker boxes,
air conditioners and heater ducts. These devices
may cause interference, reducing the receiver's
sensitivity.
If installing the Parakey away from the control panel, mount
the Parakey Receiver Module on a wall, leaving at least 2"
around the panel box to permit adequate ventilation/heat
dissipation. Selecting a site that is not susceptible to
drastic changes in temperature and humidity.
2.2.1 With Esprit Control Panel
When used in conjunction with any
Paradox Esprit Series
Control Panel, the auxiliary terminals (12V
DC
) of the
control panel may power the Parakey Receiving Module
as shown in figure 3. If using an external power source
please ensure that the "
GND
" of the receiver and the
power source are connected to the "
AUX
-" terminal of the
control panel.
The "
GRN
" and "
YEL
" terminals of the control panel must
be connected to the "
GRN
" and "
YEL
" terminals of the
Parakey Receiving Module in order to provide
communication between the modules. Alternatively, you
can use a 4-pin serial connector between the control
panel's "
SERVICE KEYPAD
" connector and the Parakey
Module's "
PANEL
" connector.
2.2.2 Stand Alone
When used as a stand-alone system, you will need a
Paradox 12V
DC
801 Power Supply and a 12V
DC
backup
battery. Connect the power supply and the backup
battery as shown in figure 4.
The Parakey Receiving Module is programmed using a
616 or 626 Esprit LED Keypad. Connect the keypad as
shown in figure 3 or 4. Alternatively, you can connect the
keypad to the Parakey Module's "
PROGRAM
" connector
using a 4-pin serial connector.
The Parakey can only be programmed using:
616 keypad version 4.2A and up or
626 keypad version 4.1A and up.
2.3 Keypad
2.2 Power & Communication
2.1 Location & Mounting
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