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GEM-X255 Programming Instructions
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NAPCO Security Systems
WI1092B 9/02
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SYSTEM PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
INTRODUCTION
The GEM-X255 control panel may be programmed by various means, each of which will be covered in detail in the
sections that follow. Keypad displays shown are for a GEM-RP1CAe2 (Version 7),
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Downloading From a Computer.
This is the preferred method. The panel may be downloaded from (or uploaded
to) an IBM PC-compatible computer, with a 386 (or higher) microprocessor, either locally or remotely. NAPCO's
PCD-Windows software, Version 4.1 or later features context-sensitive help screens as well as an error-checking utility
that prevents programming of incompatible or conflicting data to ensure proper panel operation.
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Easy Menu Driven Program (Dealer Program) Mode - Keypad Programming.
The Easy Menu Driven Program
Mode allows the programming of up to a 96 zone, 2 area system. A system larger than 96 zones must be programmed
via the PCD-Windows program. Keypad programmable features include number of zones in area 1, number of zones
in area 2, fire zone numbers (both 4-wire and 2-wire), central station reporting, entry/exit zone numbers, interior zone
numbers, number of keypads in area 1, number of keypads in area 2, central station telephone number, central station
account number, auto download id number & PC preset callback telephone number, central station receiver format,
user codes, RF transmitter points, RF key fob transmitters,zone descriptions,date and time. For new panels, a custom
default program may be created at the keypad. A menu-driven utility prompts the installer to configure the system.
Further detailed customization is done in the Direct Address Program Mode.
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Direct Address (Dealer Program) Program Mode - Keypad Programming.
The Direct Address Program Mode
is an extension of the Dealer Program Mode wherein data is entered at the keypad by location. This mode is accessed
from the Easy Menu Driven Program Mode by pressing the
C
button at any time.
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User Program Mode - Keypad programming.
The User Program Mode is intended for authorized users and is
limited to keypad programming of User Codes, Zone Descriptions, Time and Date.
DOWNLOADING FROM A COMPUTER
The control-panel program may be downloaded from the
computer by either of the following methods.
Local Downloading
(
Note:
This procedure should be used after installation, after peripheral devices are connected.)
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. Connect J1 on the
control panel to a Napco PCI-MINI computer interface using the 6-conductor cable supplied. (Refer to PCI-MINI
Installation Instructions WI767.)
Remote Downloading
(Also see PCI2000/3000 Installation Instructions WI443.)
Function Mode.
During this procedure, voice contact will be lost, therefore both the installer and the computer operator
should be familiar with the operation. When a steady high-pitched tone is heard at the site phone, access the “
ACTIVATE
DOWNLOAD
” Function (see Keypad Programming Modes), then press the
J
button or the YES (
E
) button; the site
phone will go dead. Hang up the phone and wait for a call from the central station confirming a successful download.
Callback Method.
An installed, unattended panel may be programmed or reprogrammed remotely using the Callback-
Method Download feature of PCD-Windows software. Remote downloading requires a modem compatible with the
PCI2000/3000. Upon answering the call from the computer, the panel will verify the Download Security Code and, if
confirmed, will establish a connection. If a Callback Number is programmed into the panel, the panel will automatically
disconnect and call the computer at this number before establishing a connection. The panel can support two Callback
Numbers to allow downloads from two different offices.
