TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS¶
PulsON Alarm 2.0 4G System Parameters¶
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of monitoring zones on the control panel | 8 |
| Maximum number of monitoring zones in the system | 80 |
| Maximum number of wireless devices | 80 |
| Maximum number of line expansion modules | 7 |
| Maximum number of wireless device modules | 1 |
| Number of outputs on the control panel | 1+4 |
| Maximum number of outputs | 19 |
| Maximum number of subsystems | 8 |
| Maximum number of keypads | 8 |
| User codes | 101 |
| Wi-Fi module on the control panel | YES |
| IP module on the control panel | YES |
| 2G/4G module on the control panel | YES |
Panel Description¶
| Icon | Name | LED Color | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Heartbeat | Red | The LEDs indicate that the circuits are operating correctly (the processor and the circuits responsible for IP and GPRS communication). If the system is functioning properly, the LEDs should flash approximately once per second. |
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Communication | Green | The LED indicates proper communication on the data bus. When operating correctly, the LED remains lit. During a software update, the LED flashes. |
| Data exchange | Yellow | Diagnostic LED for service. It also indicates data exchange during a control panel update. | |
| Communication with SimCom | Yellow LED next to the 4G module | The LED indicates successful communication with the SimCom module. When operating correctly, the yellow LED flashes regularly (2 Hz). | |
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Cloud | Blue | These LEDs indicate that the control panel is connected to the cloud server. The LED next to the battery confirms a connection via the cellular network, while the LED next to the Ethernet port confirms a connection via LAN or Wi-Fi. |
| Wi-Fi Ant | Wi-Fi antenna | - | Icon indicating the Wi-Fi antenna connection point |
| LTE Ant | GSM antenna | - | Icon indicating the GSM antenna connection point |
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Section for measuring signal strength, resetting passwords, and bus scanning | - | Section described in detail in the chapters “GSM and Wi-Fi Signal Strength Test,” “Password Reset,” and “Bus Scanning” |
| NON-PROTECTED | "Non-protected" function | - | A function designed to protect the battery from deep discharge (below 10.5V). Removed—battery protection is active. Installed—battery protection is inactive; in the absence of AC power, the battery may be discharged to extremely low levels. |
| DEFAULT | Factory settings | - | Jumper used to restore the control panel to its default settings. A description of the reset procedure can be found in the section “Resetting the Control Panel to Factory Settings.” |
Description of Connectors on the Control Panel Board¶
The table below provides a description of all screw terminals available on the control panel’s panel.
| Terminal | Description |
|---|---|
| + BAT - | Battery connector designed to maintain control panel operation in the event of a 230V AC power failure |
| AC | Main power supply terminal for the control panel. The control panel must be powered by an AC voltage of 16–20V |
| +BELL- (PGM1) | Relay output controlling the alarm siren. When triggered, ground is applied. The circuit is monitored and requires a 2.2 kΩ resistor |
| TMP | Control panel tamper terminal; a short to ground is considered the normal state |
| PGM2-5 | Universal open-collector (OC) transistor outputs. When triggered, ground is applied |
| +AUX1- | First auxiliary power output with a load capacity of 0.5A |
| Z1 - Z8 | Monitoring zones for connecting detectors |
| +AUX2- | Second auxiliary power output with a load capacity of 0.5A |
| RED, BLK, YEL, GRN | Bus used for communication with keypads and expansion modules. The RED and BLK terminals provide power; the power supply circuit for bus devices has a load capacity of 0.5A. The YEL and GRN terminals are used for data exchange between the control panel and the devices connected to it |
Power Supply Capacity on the Panel¶
The power supply on the panel provides power to external devices via the AUX outputs, to control panel modules installed on the bus, and to charge the battery. The total current drawn by these devices must not exceed the power supply’s capacity. If devices with higher current consumption are used, they must be powered by an additional buffer power supply, and its status (power outage and low battery) must be monitored via inputs on the panel or INA inputs.INB and INC in the input expander module, dedicated to monitoring buffer power supplies.
| Power Supply Parameters | Value |
|---|---|
| Total current capacity | 2.5A |
| AUX1 output load capacity | 0.5A |
| AUX2 output load capacity | 0.5A |
| Bus load capacity | 0.5A |
| Low battery status notification | 11.2V |
| Battery disconnection / system shutdown | 10.5V |
Bus Connection Specifications¶
All four bus terminals on the control panel (RED, BLK, YEL, GRN) must be connected to their corresponding bus terminals on the expansion modules and keypads. The bus must be routed in a linear topology (without branches).
Do not use shielded cables, as they introduce additional capacitance into the bus, which may cause the system to malfunction.
Minimum cross-sectional area of power wires depending on bus length:
| Bus length [m] | Minimum wire diameter [mm] |
|---|---|
| 0 - 100 | 0.5 |
| 100 - 200 | 0.75 |
| 200 - 300 | 1.0 |
The maximum length of the bus is 305 m.
If the bus is routed using UTP cable, use a single pair of wires from the twisted-pair cable to transmit YEL and GRN signals.
Adding and Addressing Bus Devices¶
Each device connected to the system bus must be assigned a unique address using a DIP switch. System keypads and expander modules have separate, independent addressing. This means that, for example, Keypad 1 and Expander 1 can have the same address set via the DIP switch without causing any conflict. Devices of the same type must be assigned different addresses.
Warning
The TouchBus 7" keypad has address 8 set by default, so you must program the partition assignment and other keypad functions for this address. To change the address of the tablet keypad, turn off its power and turn it back on. During the restart, the PulsON logo will appear. Tap the logo to open a window where you can change the address. After changing the address, rescan the bus.
| Device | Address: 1 = ON, 0 = OFF | Zone Range | PGM Output Range |
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| Control Panel | 1-8 | 1-5 | |
| Expander 1 | 0000 | 9-16 | 6-7 |
| Expander 2 | 1000 | 17-24 | 8-9 |
| Expander 3 | 0100 | 25-32 | 10-11 |
| Expander 4 | 1100 | 33-40 | 12-13 |
| Expander 5 | 0010 | 41-48 | 14-15 |
| Expander 6 | 1010 | 49-56 | 16-17 |
| Expander 7 | 0110 | 57-64 | 18-19 |
| Keypad 1 | 0000 | 65-66 | - |
| Keypad 2 | 1000 | 67-68 | - |
| Keypad 3 | 0100 | 69-70 | - |
| Keypad 4 | 1100 | 71-72 | - |
| Keypad 5 | 0010 | 73-74 | - |
| Keypad 6 | 1010 | 75-76 | - |
| Keypad 7 | 0110 | 77-78 | - |
| Keypad 8 | 1110 | 79-80 | - |
| RF Expander | 0000 | 1-80 | - |
| ZB Expander | 0000 | - | 1-19 |
Bus Scanning¶
To scan the bus after connecting all devices, you can use one of three methods:
1. From the keypad¶
- Enter installer programming mode
- Select the "Bus Scan" option
- Select "Start Scan"
- Once complete, check the list of detected modules in the "Module List" tab
2. Using a button on the control panel¶
- With the control panel powered on, press and hold the signal strength measurement button
- Wait until the two blue LEDs light up
- Release the button
- The LEDs will begin to flash—the number of flashes indicates the number of scanned modules
3. In the Alarm Configuration 2 program¶
- Connect to the control panel
- Click "Scan Bus" in the top menu
- When finished, check the list of modules in the Diagnostics/Modules tab
Verifying the Software Version¶
After scanning, check the update dates in the "Version" column:
- All active modules should have similar dates
- If there are version differences:
- Select the "Update" option from the Settings menu on the keypad
- Update the control panel using the Supervisor tool
- Or contact PulsON support
Important Notes¶
- The number of scanned modules must match the number of installed modules
- If there are discrepancies:
- Check the addresses set in the modules
- Verify that the bus wires are connected correctly
- Rescan the bus
Warning
Setting the same address on similar devices (for example, on two keypads) or failing to scan the bus after changing the addresses of devices on the bus will result in these devices malfunctioning (failure to accept a valid code, failure to perform functions, or failure to display the system status correctly). After changing the addresses of previously added modules, restart the system and rescan the bus.
Installation of System Keypads¶
System keypads are designed for surface mounting. Secure the detachable keypad base using the screws provided by the manufacturer. Using other screws may damage the keypad.
To route the surface-mounted keypad cable through the mounting rail, break out the perforated section on the side or bottom panel of the keypad housing.
Slide the LCD/C keypad onto the mounted base from above.
Hook the LCD/S keypad onto the lower or upper tabs on the base and press it into the base’s tabs on the other side.
Hook the TouchBus 7" keypad onto the top hooks of the base and press it into the bottom hooks.
Screw at least one locking screw into the holes on the side walls of the keypad base (does not apply to the tablet keypad).
The keypad features a cleaning lock function that locks all buttons on the keypad for 20 seconds. During this time, you can perform maintenance on the touchscreen surface without the risk of triggering unwanted events or alarms.
To activate the keypad’s cleaning lock, simultaneously press and hold the OK/MENU and BACK buttons for 2 seconds
Warning
The LCD/S touchscreen keypad and the LCD/C button keypad have two supervision zone inputs. The TouchBus 7" tablet keypad does not have supervision zone inputs.
Installation of the wired input and output expander.¶
The I/O expander allows you to expand the PulsON Alarm 4G alarm system by an additional 8 monitoring zones and 2 control outputs. The system can accommodate up to 7 EXP8/2 expanders. This does not preclude connecting a wireless device expander.
| Terminal | Description |
|---|---|
| Z1-Z8 | Monitoring zone terminals for connecting detectors. |
| AUX+ | Two auxiliary power outputs with a total load capacity of 300 mA. Ground from the COM or BLK bus connector. |
| PGM | Open-collector (OC) transistor output with a load capacity of 50 mA. Ground is supplied when triggered. Power supply positive from the RED bus connector. |
| TMP | Module tamper terminal. The normal state is a short to ground. |
| RED, BLK, YEL, GRN | Bus used for communication with the control panel, keypads, and expansion modules. The RED and BLK terminals provide power; the power supply circuit for bus devices has a current capacity of 0.5 A. The YEL and GRN terminals are used for data exchange between the control panel and the devices connected to it. |
| INA | Input indicating the absence of 230 V in the auxiliary power supply. The normal state is a short to ground. |
| INB | Input signaling low battery voltage in the auxiliary power supply. A signal is triggered when the voltage falls below 11–11.5 V; the value depends on the power supply used. The normal state is a short to ground. |
| INC | Input signaling a power supply overload (current draw exceeding the power supply’s permissible output current; the value depends on the power supply used). The normal state is a short to ground. |
| OC | OC-type transistor output with a load capacity of 1 A. Ground is supplied when the output is activated. Power supply positive from the RED bus connector. |
| LEDs | The red LED flashes steadily, approximately every 1.5 seconds. The green LED flashes rapidly. The green LEDs labeled PGM indicate that the PGM output (right LED) and OC output (left LED) are active. |
The expander should be placed in a tamper-proof enclosure and connected to the control panel via a 4-wire bus. Use the switch to set the module’s address according to the table provided in the chapter “Adding and Addressing Bus Devices.” The zone numbers connected to the expanders will correspond to the zone range for a given module address. For the purposes of installing and using the alarm system, it is recommended to set the module addresses sequentially, starting with expander address 1. Expander addresses must not be duplicated.
After connecting and addressing all control panel modules, scan the bus.
Warning
Expander addresses must be set only when the power is off.
After powering on the expanders, configure the behavior of the zones and outputs according to their numbering corresponding to the module addresses. Using the keypad or the Alarm Configuration 2 software—in the Zones or Outputs tab, respectively—set the action type, assign them to a partition, and enable any other necessary functions for the configured zones and outputs.
If the expander is to monitor the operation of an auxiliary power supply, enable the INA, INB, and INC technical inputs for the specific module in the Expanders tab by selecting the External Power Supply option. The normal state of the input is shorted to ground.
The contents of the Zones and Outputs tabs are described later in this manual. The side menu of the configuration program corresponds to the menu layout in Installer Programming mode, which is accessible to the installer via the keypad.
Installation of Wireless Device Expanders¶
The PulsON Alarm 4G system is a wired system, but by using the EXP-RF (Ajax) or EXP-RF (PowerG) wireless device expander module, you can build a hybrid (mixed) system based also on or exclusively on wireless devices.
EXP-RF (AJAX) Expander¶
The EXP-RF (A) expander works with two-way wireless devices from AJAX:
| Device | Description |
|---|---|
| MotionProtect | Passive infrared (PIR) detector |
| DoorProtect | Magnetic contact (door/window contact) |
| GlassProtect | Glass break detector (microphone-based) |
| CombiProtect | Passive infrared detector with glass break detector |
| FireProtect | Smoke and temperature detector |
| LeaksProtect | Flood detector |
| SpaceControl | System control remote |
Up to 80 wireless devices (detectors, remote controls) can be assigned to a system with an EXP–RF module. However, the PulsON system can have a maximum of 80 zones (regardless of whether they are wired or wireless devices), so when designing a hybrid (mixed) system, this number must not be exceeded for all detectors or devices in the system.
AJAX wireless devices have a range of at least 1,200 meters in open space, under favorable radio conditions. In densely built-up areas with a lot of concrete, wiring, and radio interference, the range may decrease significantly. When planning the installation of AJAX wireless devices, we recommend using https://ajax.systems/pl/tools/radio-communication-range-calculator/.
The actual signal strength and interference level at the wireless detector’s installation site can be viewed in the Alarm Configuration 2 program, under the Diagnostics/Zones tab.
| Terminal | Description |
|---|---|
| RED, BLK, YEL, GRN | Bus used for communication with the control panel, keypads, and expansion modules. The RED and BLK terminals provide power; the power supply circuit for bus devices has a current capacity of 0.5A. The YEL and GRN terminals are used for data exchange between the control panel and the devices connected to it. |
| LEDs | The red LED flashes steadily, approximately every 1.5 seconds. The green LED flashes rapidly. The blue LED lights up for 2 seconds after the module is reset. Green LEDs on the AJAX module: one remains lit continuously, while the other flashes very rarely during operation and rapidly during module programming. |
Starting the EXP-RF (AJAX) Module¶
The system can have only one wireless device expander. Therefore, the module in its tamper-proof housing should be placed in a central location within the protected premises where the best signal from all wireless devices in use is expected. Connect the expander to the control panel via a 4-wire bus.
Before programming the wireless device module, it must be reset. To do this, turn off the module’s power, set all DIP-switch sliders to the ON position, and then turn the power back on. A blue LED in the corner of the module will light up and turn off after 2 seconds. Then, set all DIP switches to the OFF position. After that, turn off the module’s power again and turn it back on. Next, scan the system bus along with the other modules and keypads.
Leave all address switches on this module in the OFF position. The expander is now ready to add wireless devices.
If the RF expander is installed without a dedicated enclosure (e.g., inside the control panel enclosure), disable the module’s tamper switch in the control panel configuration under the System/General tab by unchecking the “RF Module Tamper Active” option.
Adding Wireless Devices¶
After starting up the expander, add wireless devices to it and program their operation. Devices should be added in the appropriate tabs of the configuration program: detectors in the Zones tab, keypads in the Keypads/Settings tab, and remote controls in the Users tab.
Adding Wireless Detectors
In installer programming mode (from a keypad or from a computer using the Alarm Configuration 2 program), go to the Zones tab and select any unused zone to which you want to assign a wireless detector. For practical reasons, it is advisable to program the zones in the system one by one.
After selecting the zone to which you want to assign a wireless detector, press the Scan key; when programming the system from the keypad, select the Scan RF Zones function. At this point, turn on the power to the wireless device. The device will be added to the system, as confirmed by the display of its serial number.
To remove a device, press the Delete key; on the keypad, select the Delete RF Zones function. A message will appear asking you to confirm the deletion. After confirmation, the wireless device is removed from the system.
After installing the wireless devices, you can use the Alarm Configuration 2 program to check the signal strength from the device, the interference level at the detector’s installation location, and the battery status.
The next step is to program the wireless detector’s operation in the same way as for wired detectors. From the keypad or in the Alarm Configuration 2 program (Zones tab), set the action type, assign the detector to a partition, and enable any other necessary functions. In the Parameterization Type settings, you can leave the zone parameterization method as desired—for wireless detectors, this parameter is irrelevant.
Adding Remote Controls
Remote controls have user status, so add them in the Users tab. After selecting the Scan function in the configuration program or via the installer menu on the keypad, press and hold the full arming and panic buttons (top left and bottom right) on the remote control until the green LED on the remote lights up and the control panel confirms that the new remote has been added.
EXP-RF (PowerG) Expander¶
The EXP-RF (PowerG) expander works with two-way wireless devices that use PowerG technology:
| DSC | Bentel | Visonic | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG8945 | BW-MCN | MC-302E PG2 | Magnetic contact with an additional wired input |
| PG8303 | BW-303 | MC-303 PG2 | Miniature magnetic contact |
| PG8904 | BW-IRD | Next PG2 | PIR detector |
| PG8904P | BW-IRP | Next K9-85 PG2 | PIR detector with pet immunity |
| PG8924 | BW-IRT | Clip PG2 | Curtain-type PIR detector |
| PG8974P | - | TOWER-30AM K9-90 PG2 | PIR detector with mirror optics, pet-immune |
| PG8974 | - | TOWER-30 AM PG2 | PIR detector with mirror optics |
| PG8984 | BW-DTM/P | TOWER-32AM PG2 | PIR + MW detector with anti-masking function |
| PG8984P | - | TOWER-32AM K9-90 PG2 | PIR + MW detector with anti-masking function, pet-immune |
| PG8994 | BW-OTD | TOWER-20 PG2 | Outdoor PIR detector |
| PG8926 | - | SMD-426 PG2 | Smoke detector |
| PG8916 | BW-SMD | SMD-427 PG2 | Smoke and temperature detector |
| PG8936 | - | SMD-429 PG2 | Smoke and temperature detector |
| PG8922 | BW-GBD | GB-502 PG2 | Glass break detector |
| PG8905 | BW-TMP | TMD-560 G2 | Temperature detector |
| PG8985 | BW-FLD | FLD-550 PG2 | Flood detector |
| PG8939 | - | KF-234 PG2 | 4-button remote control |
| PG8929 | BW-RCH/P | KF-235 PG2 | 4-button remote control |
| PG8935 | BW-SHK | SD-304A PG2 | Vibration detector with magnetic contact and additional wired input |
| PG8975 | BW-MVC | No equivalent | Miniature magnetic contact |
| PG8914 | BW-802 | MP-802 PG2 | Pet-immune PIR detector |
| PG8862 | BW-862 | MP-862 PG2 | Ceiling-mounted PIR detector |
| PG8902 | BW-902 | MP-902 PG2 | Outdoor curtain-type PIR detector |
| WK141 | BW-KPD | KP-141 PG2 | Wireless LED keypad |
| WK241 | BW-241 | KP-241 PG2 | Wireless LED keypad |
| WK160 | BW-KPT | KP-160 PG2 | Wireless icon keypad with touchscreen display |
| PG8911 | BW-SRO | - | Outdoor siren |
| PG8901 | BW-SRI | - | Indoor siren |
| PG8920 | BE-REP | RP-610 PG2 | PowerG radio signal repeater |
The range of PowerG wireless devices depends largely on building density, the amount of concrete, metal structures, electrical installations, and radio interference along the radio signal transmission path. Taking all these conditions into account, the actual range of the devices may be drastically reduced compared to the ranges declared by the detector manufacturers.
| Terminal | Description |
|---|---|
| RED, BLK, YEL, GRN | Bus used for communication with the control panel, keypads, and expansion modules. The RED and BLK terminals provide power. The YEL and GRN terminals are used for data exchange between the control panel and the devices connected to it. |
| LEDs | The red LED flashes steadily, indicating that the expander is operating correctly. The green LED flashes rapidly. The yellow LED indicates communication with detectors. The blue LED remains lit when wireless devices are operating normally. A long flash indicates synchronization in progress. A short, rapid flash indicates a loss of communication with a detector. |
Commissioning the EXP-RF (PowerG) Module¶
The system can have only one wireless device expander. Therefore, the module—which is housed in a tamper-proof enclosure—should be placed in a central location within the protected premises where the best signal from all wireless devices in use is expected. Connect the expander to the control panel via a 4-wire bus.
Before programming the wireless device module, reset it. To do this, turn off the module’s power, place a jumper on the red contacts, and turn the power back on. The yellow, green, and red LEDs on the module will begin to flash. When they have flashed 5 times, remove the jumper. Next, scan the system bus along with the other modules and keypads.
If the RF expander is installed without a dedicated enclosure (e.g., inside the control panel enclosure), you must disable the module’s tamper switch in the control panel configuration, under the System/General tab, by turning off the “RF Module Tamper Active” option.
Adding Wireless Devices¶
After commissioning the expander, add wireless devices to it and program their operating mode. Devices should be added in the appropriate tabs of the configuration program: detectors in the Zones tab, keypads in the Keypads/Settings tab, and remote controls in the Users tab.
Adding Wireless Detectors
In installer programming mode (from a keypad or from a computer using the Alarm Configuration2 program), go to the Zones tab and select any unused zone to which you want to assign a wireless detector. For practical reasons, it is advisable to program the zones in the system one by one.
After selecting the zone to which you want to assign the wireless detector, press the Scan key; when programming the system via the keypad, select the Scan RF Zones function.
At this point, press the ENROLL button on the wireless device until, after a few seconds, the orange LED on the detector lights up. During this time, the blue LED on the RF expander will flash. Release the button and, in the software or on the keypad, confirm the message indicating that the detector has been found.
The device will be added to the system, as confirmed by the display of its serial number (in addition, the red LED on PIR detectors will flash). When the blue LED on the expander remains lit, this confirms that the detector has been accepted by the system and is ready for operation. This process may take about 2 minutes for PIR detectors; for magnetic contacts, it happens much faster.
For 15 minutes after being added, the detector is in walk test mode. When motion is detected, the red LED on the motion detector turns on, along with a green LED that indicates the detector’s range: 3 flashes – good range, 2 flashes – average range, 1 flash – poor range.
If the battery is low, a message will appear in the event log and an SMS will be sent if the control panel has a SIM card installed and this is configured in the Communication/SMS Notifications tab.
To remove a device, press the Delete key; on the keypad, select the Delete RF Zones function. A message will appear asking you to confirm the removal. After confirmation, the wireless device will be removed from the system and from the RF module.
After installing the wireless devices, in the Alarm Configuration 2 program, under the Diagnostics tab, you can check the signal strength from the device (high, medium, low, no communication) and the status of its battery.
The next step is to configure the wireless detector’s operation in the same way as for wired detectors. Using the keypad or in the Alarm Configuration 2 program, under the Zones tab, set the action type, assign it to a partition, and enable any other necessary functions. In the Parameterization Type settings, you can leave the zone parameterization method as desired—for wireless detectors, this parameter is irrelevant
Adding Remote Controls
Remote controls have user status, so they are added in the Users tab. After selecting the Scan function in the configuration program (or Add RF Remote on the keypad), press and hold the star button on the remote control until the yellow LED on the remote lights up. Release the button. It takes a few more seconds for the remote control to be added to the system. Once the remote control has been successfully added, a confirmation message will appear, and the RF remote control’s serial number will be displayed.
Adding RFID Key Fobs
RFID key fobs have user status, so they are added in the Users tab. After selecting the Scan function in the configuration program (or Add RFID Tag in the keypad menu), press the Arm button on the wireless keypad and hold the key fob against the upper-left corner of the keypad. The keypad will confirm the addition of the key fob with a beep and by lighting up the green LED. Once the key fob has been successfully added, a confirmation message will appear and the RFID key fob (tag) ID will be displayed.
Adding Keypads
Go to the Keypads/Settings tab. After selecting the keypad’s address, choose the Scan function for that address in the configuration program or on the PulsON keypad in the installer menu. On the wireless keypad being added to the system, press and hold the star button until the orange LED on the keypad lights up. Once the keypad has been added, its number will be displayed in the configuration program.
Adding Sirens
To add a wireless siren to the system, go to the Outputs tab in the configuration program or on the keypad. Then select one of the available outputs (1 through 19) to which you want to assign the siren. After selecting the output, run the Scan function.
At this point, follow the instructions included with the wireless siren—this usually involves putting the siren into pairing mode by holding down the appropriate button on the device. Once the device is successfully paired, the system will confirm that the siren has been added to the selected output.
Warning
After a system restart, wireless devices synchronize with the receiver within a maximum of 10 minutes. After synchronization, all PowerG wireless motion detectors (excluding magnetic contacts) remain active until the partition in which they are located is armed for the first time. During this time, any motion detected by a motion detector is immediately transmitted to the panel (as during a Walk Test). Only after the partition is armed do the detectors switch to standard operating mode, in accordance with the system settings.
Adding Signal Repeaters
After turning on the repeater’s power, go to the Repeaters tab and click the Scan button for the selected repeater number. At the same time, press and hold the Enroll button on the repeater until the LED lights up and the repeater’s number appears in the configuration program.
ZigBee Home Automation Expander¶
PulsON EXP-ZB is an IoT expansion module that enables the integration of the Pulson Alarm system with smart home actuators operating on the ZigBee 3.0 standard. Thanks to this module, the panel gains home automation capabilities, allowing the user to conveniently control smart home devices—both manually and automatically, in response to system events (e.g., arming, alarm, schedule).
The ZigBee expander module must be connected to the system bus and the bus must be scanned. It is responsible for communication between the PulsON system and home automation actuators (end devices):
- PA-ZB-SOCKET: ZigBee 3.0 smart outlet
- PA-ZB-RELAY01: ZigBee 3.0 universal potential-free relay
- PA-ZB-SWITCH01: ZigBee 3.0 miniature flush-mount relay
We recommend these devices, available from BCS, when setting up a home automation system based on the PulsON control panel. The ZigBee protocol is a universal data transmission protocol, so ZigBee modules from other suppliers can be used; however, due to manufacturer-specific modifications, we cannot guarantee their proper operation.
The modules operate in a star topology and do not use mesh networking. The range is up to 100 meters, depending on the thickness and material of structural obstacles.
The PulsON system supports the installation of a single ZigBee device expander module; therefore, its location within the facility should be carefully considered to ensure a good connection with all actuator modules.
During system programming, the modules are assigned to the system’s outputs; thus, the system can accommodate up to 19 modules (assuming that one output is typically used by a siren, so in practice, 18 ZigBee modules can be connected). To use outputs 6 through 19, there is no need to use EXP 8/2 input/output expanders—the ZigBee modules will be controlled virtually via the ZigBee expander.
To add a ZigBee device to a system output, select the Outputs tab in the configuration program and right-click on the Scan column. From the menu that appears, select Wireless ZB Outputs. When programming via the keypad, all ZigBee-related functions are displayed as subsequent functions of the selected output.
In the window that appears:
• First, select Rebuild Network to clear any existing ZigBee network settings (if present)
• Next, select the “Allow Joining” option—a countdown will begin
• During this time, activate the ZigBee device. The exact method depends on the device type; for example, for a Smart Plug, press and hold the orange button until the LED starts flashing
After activating the ZigBee device:
• Click Refresh.
• The ZigBee device should appear in the list.
• You can then assign it to the desired output number
Adding devices in this manner helps verify whether—if an issue occurs during this process—the problem is related to the ZigBee network configuration or to the device pairing process.
Connecting Monitoring Zones – Configuration¶
The PulsON Alarm 2.0 4G system offers four types of zone configuration
The PulsON Alarm 4G system offers the following parameterization types:
| Type | Available resistor values |
|---|---|
| NC | - |
| NO | - |
| EOL | 1k, 1.1k, 2.2k, 2.7k, 3.3k, 3.74k, 4.7k, 5.6k, 6.8k, 6.98k, 10k |
| DEOL | 1k, 1.1k, 2.2k, 2.7k, 3.3k, 3.74k, 4.7k, 5.6k, 6.8k, 6.98k, 10k |
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NC Parameterization
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NO Parameterization
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EOL Parameterization
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DEOL (2EOL) Parameterization
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Detected Troubles¶
The system continuously monitors system parameters. If a trouble is detected, a trouble message is displayed on the keypad, and the corresponding trouble code is sent to the alarm monitoring station.
| Trouble | Cause | Solution |
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| No communication with the control panel | Bus wire broken or loose in the terminals. Short circuit in the bus wire. Incorrect keypad addressing. Bus not scanned. | Check the connections and continuity of the wires |
| AUX1 trouble | Short circuit or overload on the power output | Disconnect devices connected to the output and check if voltage is present. If so, eliminate the cause of the short circuit or overload. Replace the cable, correct the connections |
| AUX2 Trouble | Short circuit or overload at the power output | Disconnect devices connected to the output and check if voltage is present. If so, eliminate the cause of the short circuit or overload at the output. Replace the cable, correct the connections |
| BELL output trouble | Broken or loose wire in the Bell terminals leading to the device connected to the output. Missing 2.2 kOhm resistor on the device connected to the output. Faulty device connected to the output. Faulty output relay | Replace the cable, correct the connections. Connect a 2.2 kOhm resistor in the device connected to the output. Check if the device is functioning properly. Check the output relay: connect a computer to the control panel using the PulsON Alarm Configurator software and toggle the BELL output on and off in the Diagnostics/Outputs tab |
| Time loss | The control panel has not received a time update from the NTP server within the last two days. No connection to the server. The server’s IP address has changed. Incorrect Wi-Fi modem IP configuration. Router freeze. | Check if an NTP server is specified. Change the NTP server. Check the Internet connection. Change the time server. Restart the control panel. Check if the control panel has Internet access. Check the router and Wi-Fi range. Check the Ethernet cable. |
| No battery | Battery voltage is below 10.7V. The battery has been disconnected. No battery. Resumes operation at 11.5V | Connect a battery with a voltage higher than 10.5V. Check that the connectors on the battery and the control panel board are properly connected. Check the message after a few hours of charging |
| Low battery voltage | The battery has discharged below 11.2V. Resets at 12V | The battery is discharged or defective. Connect the 230V power supply. If the facility’s power was previously turned off, check the battery voltage after a few hours of charging. Change the battery charging current setting to 0.7A. If there is still a trouble, replace the battery with a new one |
| No AC | No voltage at the AC terminals. The transformer is not working. Blown fuse. Damaged circuit on the control panel board | Check if there is 230V power in the facility. Replace the fuse and/or transformer |
| Trouble with the EOL or DEOL zone | The EOL or DEOL zone is shorted to ground. Incorrect line parameterization type or resistance selected in installer programming. | Check the connections at the control panel and in the detector. Check the cable. Change the line parameterization settings. |
| No activity | There has been no violation of the set time zone, indicating a prolonged absence of people near the detector or a malfunctioning device connected to this zone. Broken wire in a NO zone | Check the device connected to the monitoring zone. Verify that the connections in the device and in the control panel are correct. For NO zones, check that the cable is intact. Verify the programmed inactivity time |
| Low bus voltage | Low voltage on the bus. Too many devices powered from the bus. The bus is too long | Check the condition of the control panel’s power supply. Use additional buffer power supplies. Increase the cross-sectional area of the bus wires |
| Service mode | The system requires periodic inspection/maintenance. The interval is programmed by the installer | Perform a periodic inspection of the system. In PulsON Alarm Configurator, disable the message indicating the need for a periodic inspection |
| Trouble | A trouble or tamper alarm triggered 5 times within 2 hours | Check what caused the trouble. Fix the trouble. Restart the control panel. Reset the time in System / Service Settings / Time Reset |
| GSM/GPRS coverage trouble | No coverage on the GSM module | Connect a 900 MHz/1800 MHz GSM antenna. Change the antenna’s location. Restart the control panel |
| Keypad Lock | Incorrect code entered three times (this is not a trouble) | Wait 90 seconds and enter the correct code |
| No SIM Card | No SIM card, damaged card, card inserted incorrectly into the slot. | Insert a working SIM card correctly. |
| Warning! Incorrect PIN | An incorrect PIN was entered for the SIM card or no PIN was entered at all | Enter the correct PIN |
| Firmware incompatibility | Version mismatch between the keypad and the control panel software. Occurs during system installation | Update the system components. To do this, go to Menu/Settings on the keypad and select Update System, or contact PulsON (BCS) support |
To clear the troubles indicated by the system, log in to the keypad using the user or installer code, press the OK key to enter the Menu, select the Trouble Overview screen, and clear the troubles by holding down the OK key for a few seconds. The troubles will be cleared, but they will reappear if the cause has not been resolved.
Warning
If there is a monitoring station trouble, the system will retry establishing a connection every 20 minutes. By using the trouble reset option (User Menu/Fault Overview/Reset Troubles—OK button), you can reset the connection trouble, and the control panel will then attempt to establish a connection with the monitoring station immediately.
Measuring GSM and Wi-Fi Signal Strength¶
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The panel features a section for measuring Wi-Fi and GSM signal strength. To measure signal strength, use the switch located in the “signal strength” field above the control panel’s backup battery to select the signal you want to measure—Wi-Fi or GSM. When an option is selected, a blue LED will light up. The signal strength will be displayed on the LEDs next to the icon symbolizing range $\bullet$, according to the table below. |
| Signal Strength | LEDs | Description |
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| 75–100% |  |
Two green LEDs are constantly lit |
| 50–74% |  |
The green LED flashes, the yellow LED is constantly lit |
| 25–49% |  |
The yellow LED is constantly lit |
| 10–24% |  |
The yellow LED flashes |
| No signal |  |
None of the LEDs are lit |
In addition to the signal strength indication via the LED on the control panel, when the switch on the panel is pressed, the signal strength and service availability are displayed on the control panel keypads:
– Signal strength in percent. A signal above 50% ensures a good connection to the cellular network. A value of 0% and the message “no service” or “No Internet” prevents the control panel from connecting to the GSM network.
– [Connection type] LTE, GPRS, or No service
– Bandwidth: High, Medium, Low, Poor, No Internet.
Each time you remove the SIM card from the slot, it is recommended to restart the control panel (briefly turn off both the AC power and the battery power).
Warning
The control panel’s Wi-Fi module supports only the 2.4GHz frequency. The Wi-Fi module requires a separate antenna with a U.FL IPX connector. The Wi-Fi antenna is independent of the antenna for the GPRS module. The Wi-Fi antenna is not included with the control panel.
Resetting the Control Panel to Factory Settings¶
The control panel can be reset to factory settings using the “Default” jumper located on the panel. To restore factory settings, follow the instructions below.
Procedure for resetting the control panel to factory settings:
- Disconnect the AC power and the battery from the panel’s main board.
- Place the “Default” jumper on the designated pins marked on the control panel’s panel.
- Reconnect the AC power to the control panel:
- The LEDs located next to the USB port will light up briefly and then turn off.
- After about 4 seconds, all LEDs on the panel will begin to flash simultaneously in a cyclical pattern.
- Remove the “Default” jumper from the pins on the panel.
- The control panel is restored to factory settings and is ready for further configuration.
Warning
If the “Factory reset deletes users” option is enabled in the panel, all system users will be permanently deleted when performing the procedure above. If the “Factory reset lock” option is enabled, resetting the panel using the jumper on the board will not be possible.
Restoring the Default Installer and Master User Passwords¶
To restore the default passwords for the installer and master user, turn off the control panel’s power, press and hold the switch for measuring GSM and Wi-Fi signal strength, turn on the AC power, and wait until all the signal strength indicator LEDs light up. Then release the switch—the default passwords for the installer and the main user have been restored. The passwords for other users remain unchanged.