Relay Module
N.O. N.C. C
+
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Zone Labels
Space is provided to
label each zone.
Detachable
Terminals
Pry with
screwdriver if
necessary.
Zone LED Feedback
LED
Status
off
zone closed
red
zone open
red flash
zone tamper
External Module
Tamper Switch
(N.C.)
The ZX8D 8-zone Expansion Module connects to the
EVO control panel’s Combus and acts as an interface
between the control panel and any hardwired
detection devices.
Compatibility
Installation
The ZX8D is a
standard 35mm
DIN rail module.
Using the supplied
DIN rail, the ZX8D
can be mounted in
any location.
Alternatively, it can
be mounted in a
standard DIN rail
enclosure. To
attach the module,
align the top of the DIN rail as shown in Figure 1 and
apply pressure to the module until it clicks into place.
To remove the ZX8D from a DIN rail, pull the release
clip and remove the module.
To facilitate installation and servicing, the ZX8D
terminals can be detached from the module. Wires can
be labeled using the supplied tie wraps.
NOTE: The ZX8D does not support ATZ zone
doubling.
Upgrading the Firmware
The ZX8D firmware can be upgraded through
WinLoad using the CV4USB RS-485/RS-232
Converter. Refer to the firmware upgrade instructions
found at: paradox.com - Software - WinLoad -
Firmware Upgrade Instructions
EVO48, EVO192
DGP-848, DGP-NE96, EVO96
Figure 1: DIN Rail Mounting
Release
clip
35mm
DIN rail
LOC Button
The ZX8D LOC button is used to enter Test Mode (see page 2).
A Module Locate can be performed using section [4002] (EVO) or [952] (DGP-48 /
DGP-848). To end a module locate, press and hold LOC for 2 seconds.
ZX8D-EI01
PARADOX.COM
Printed in Canada - 11/2008
Instructions
ZX8D
8-Zone Expansion Module V1.0
Communication LED Feedback
BUS
RX
(from panel)
TX
(to panel)
Condition
green
green flash
green flash OK (panel communication in progress)
red
off
off
Short on GRN or YEL
red
off
green
Communication failure / Too many modules on bus
red
green
green
Bus lines reversed (GRN / YEL)
red flash off
off
Bus power too low
red flash green flash
green flash Locate mode
blue flash off
off
Firmware upgrade in progress
