Bosch Security Systems Seismic Detectors Application Guide I-200153-1
04.2016
8.4 Trouble Shooting
communicate
with the de-
tector.
Ensure that the COM port on the PC is
free for use.
Check that the correct COM port is
selected, usually COM1
Close all open applications that could
claim the port.
Ensure the connection cable is plugged
into the serial port on the PC and into the
Ensure the detector has power.
Check using a multi-meter, also check
for polarity.
Ensure that DIP switches 1 and 2 are in
the ON position to establish comm’s.
Ensure that a detector type has been se-
lected and it is the correct type.
Ensure that the compatible version of
SensTool is being used.
Ensure the correct driver software is in-
stalled on the PC, if a USB/Serial adapter
showing Drill
Alarm
Ensure the GMXD7 anti-drilling foil is con-
nected correctly.
Connected into header marked
GMXD7, refer to detector Install
Ensure that the GMXD7 is not open cir-
cuit.
Check using a multi-meter for continu-
ity (around 300Ω resistance for
Alarm present
Ensure that the GMXS1 test transmitter is
not activated from an external source.
Check terminal 4 on the detector with
a multi-meter. Refer to the Install
Ensure that the 0v applied or removed
is correct for the detector configura-
Check that the GMXS5 auxiliary test
transmitter (usually located outside the
protected space) is not activated.
Check terminal 6 on GMXS5 with a
multi-meter. Refer to GMXS5 Install
Use the Analyse option to view and rec-
ord the noise.
Use the digital filter options to remove
the noise as required.
present
View the shock alarm using the Analyse
option in SensTool.
Change shock settings to reduce
noise.
Change the detection radius, if per-
missible, to remove the noise.
Use the digital filter options to remove
the noise.
Identify the source and take appropri-
Alarm present
Check the high and low settings of the de-
tectors.
Check ambient temperature of the local
Use SensTool and adjust if required.