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1.1
Before You Begin
About this Guide
This guide provides programming information for the Potter PFC-7500/PFC-7501 Panels. After this introduction, the
remaining sections describe each programming menu item function and its available options. The PFC-7500/PFC-7501
panels contain all programming information in an on-board processor and do not require an external programmer.
Reading the Contents
Before starting to program, we recommend you read through the contents of this guide. This information allows you to
quickly learn the programming options and operational capabilities of the PFC-7500/PFC-7501 panels. In addition to this
guide, you should also read and be familiar with the following PFC-7500/PFC-7501 documents:
• PFC-7500/PFC-7501
Programming Manual
• PFC-7500/PFC-7501 Installation Guide
• PFC-7500/PFC-7501 Programming Sheet
Programming Information Sheets
Included with each PFC-7500/PFC-7501 panel is a Programming Sheet. This sheet lists the various keypad prompts and
available options for panel programming. Before starting, we recommend you completely fill out the programming sheet
with the options you intend to enter into the panel.
Having completed programming sheets available while entering data helps to prevent errors and can shorten the length of
time you spend programming. Completed sheets also provide you with an accurate account of the panel program you can
keep on file for future system service or expansion.
The remainder of this Introduction tells you how to start and end a PFC-7500/PFC-7501 programming session.
1.2
Getting Started
Ground Yourself Before Handling the Panel!
Touch any grounded metal, such as the enclosure, before touching the
panel to discharge static.
Remove All Power From the Panel!
Remove all AC and Battery power from the panel before installing or connecting
any modules, cards, or wires to the panel.
The PFC-7500/PFC-7501 panels must be completely installed before beginning programming. Make sure the panels are
properly grounded and the AC and battery wires are connected to the correct panel terminals.
Initializing the Panel
When programming a PFC-7500/PFC-7501 panel for the first time, use the
Initialization
function described in the
Initialization section. Initializing clears the panel memory of any old or incorrect data and resets programming to factory
defaults.
Program from Any Keypad Address
Program the PFC-7500/PFC-7501 panels from an alphanumeric keypad connected to the keypad data bus. See the PFC-
7500/PFC-7501 Installation Guide (8910227) for keypad addressing and installation information.
Accessing the Programmer
To access the programmer function of the PFC-7500/PFC-7501:
1. Place a flat screwdriver across the two J9 RESET jumper wires for two seconds.
2. Remove the screwdriver.
3. Enter the code 6653 (PROG) into the keypad.
4. Enter your Lockout Code (if required).
5. The keypad displays: One moment as the PFC-7500 dials the Central Station receiver to indicate local programming
and off-line status.
6. The keypad displays:
PROGRAMMER.
You are now ready to start programming the PFC-7500/PFC-7501 panels. Press the COMMAND key to scroll through
the programming menu.
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