DSC LCD4500 User Manual

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For example, if you press the [4] key once, the letter ‘J’ will appear
above the cursor on the display. Press the [4] key again, the next
letter ‘K’ will appear, and so on. If a different number key is pressed,
e.g. the [6] key, the cursor will automatically move to the right one
space, i.e. the letter ‘P’. To erase a character, use the [<] [>] keys to
move the cursor under the character, then press the [0] key.
While programming the access code label, press the [✱] key to call
up an options menu. To select an option, press the corresponding
number key or scroll through the options using the [<][>] keys, then
press the [✱] key to select.
[0] Clear Display will clear the entire code label.
[1] Clear to End will clear the display from the character where the
cursor was located to the end of the display.
[2] Change Case will toggle the letter entry between upper case letters
(ABC...) and lower case letters (abc...).
[3] ASCII Entry
(see Appendix A) is for entering uncommon characters.
There are 255 characters, but 000 to 031 are not used. Use the [<][>]
keys to toggle through the characters or enter a 3 digit number from 032
to 255. Press the [✱] key to enter the character into the code label.
[3] Edit Access Code Options - When [3] is pressed, the keypad will
display the message “Select toggle < >”. Use the [<] [>] keys to
scroll through the list of options:
• System Master? • Bypass? • 4580 Access?
• Program Codes? • Door Strike? • Global Access?
• Arm? • Duress Pulse? • Partition Selection
• Disarm? • One Time Use? Menu?
[4] Edit Partition Mask - The Partition Mask is used to assign the access
code to one or more partitions. In order for an access code to
function, the Partition Mask must be assigned to the access code;
if
no partition mask is assigned, the code will not operate on any
partition.
[5] To Exit the menu, press the [#] key.
4 To exit the Access Code Programming Mode, press [#].

DSC LCD4500 Specifications

General

Display Type	LCD
Keypad	Yes
Supervision	Yes
Tamper	Yes
Buzzer	Yes
Input Voltage	12 VDC
Compatibility	PowerSeries

Summary

Introduction

About Your Security System

Overview of the DSC security equipment and the LCD4500 keypad.

Fire Detection

Capability of monitoring fire detection devices and installation guidelines.

Monitoring

System's ability to transmit alarms and emergency information to a monitoring station.

General System Operation

Keypad LED Displays

Explanation of Ready, Armed, and Trouble light indicators on the keypad.

System Master Menu Functions

Accessing and utilizing the system's master menu for various functions.

Partition Status Enunciator

Displaying the status of active partitions on the keypad.

Global Keypads

Single Partition Access Code

Using a single partition access code to interact with the system.

Multi-partition Access Code

Using a multi-partition access code for system interaction.

Display of Alarms/Bypassed Zones

Auto-bypass/Home-Away Arming

Partition Keypads

KEYPAD ZONES

Functionality of Fire, Auxiliary, and Panic keys on keypads.

ARMING

Step-by-step instructions for arming the security system.

Disarming the System

User Programming Commands

[*]+[5]+[ACCESS CODE]

Using commands to program Master Codes and regular access codes.

One-Time Use Codes

Codes for infrequent users, expiring after one use.

Log Only Codes

Codes used strictly for logging events in the event buffer.

Escort 4580 Access

Accessing the Escort 4580 Voice Prompting Module.

Global Access

Allowing access codes to be used on global keypads.

Partition Selection Menu

Menu for selecting partitions when using multi-partition access codes.

Programming Additional Access Codes

[0] Program Code

Entering new access codes and their associated names.

[1] Erase Code

Removing an access code from the system.

[2] Edit Access Code Name

Naming access codes for easier identification and tracking.

[3] Edit Access Code Options

Configuring options like Bypass, Door Strike, and Global Access for codes.

[4] Edit Partition Mask

Assigning access codes to specific partitions for functionality.

[5] To Exit

Exiting the access code programming menu.

Zone Bypassing

[0] Bypass Zones

Selecting and bypassing specific zones to prevent alarms.

[1] Clear Bypasses

Removing all previously bypassed zones.

[2] Recall Bypasses

Reapplying the last set of bypassed zones.

Trouble Display

Battery Trouble

Indicates issues with the system's battery, such as low voltage or disconnection.

AC Trouble

Signals a loss of AC power to the system.

Aux Supply Troub

Trouble with auxiliary power supply or overloaded terminals.

TLM Trouble

Telephone line trouble due to low voltage.

TLM TBL Line #1

Telephone line trouble on the first line.

TLM TBL Line #2

Telephone line trouble on the second line.

FTC Trouble

Failure to communicate with the monitoring station.

Bell CCT Trouble

Issue with the bell fuse or bell circuit.

Fire Trouble

Open circuit on the FIRE loop.

Fire Trouble 2WS

Trouble with a 2-wire smoke detector on the fire zone.

Loss of Time

Internal clock requires resetting after power up.

Module Com Fault

Panel lost communication with a module.

COMBUS Low Pwr

Modules not receiving enough voltage from the COMBUS.

Internal Fault

Microprocessor issue with the COMBUS.

4204 Battery TBL

Battery trouble for a PC4204 relay output module.

4204 AC Trouble

Loss of AC power to a PC4204 relay output module.

4204 AUX Trouble

Aux fuse issue or overload on a PC4204 module.

Ground Fault

Ground fault condition detected.

Waterflow TBL

Trouble with a Waterflow zone on a Fire Module.

Cellular Trouble

Trouble with the LINKS unit (AC, battery, cellular, tamper).

DLS Fault TBL

Failure to communicate with the downloading computer.

Zn Sensor Fault

Wireless zone fails to report supervision.

Zn LwBatt Fault

Wireless zone has a low battery condition.

Automation Fault

Escort 4580 loses communication with Automation Output module.

Printer Off-Line

Serial printer connected to PC4400 goes off-line.

PC4400 Trouble

DVAC Fault, Module Fault, or DVAC communications shutdown.

Alarm Memory Display

Sensor Reset

User Functions Command

Auto Arm Control

Programming the system to arm automatically at a set time daily.

Keypad Setup

Adjusting keypad backlighting and contrast settings.

Bell/Comm Test

Testing system bells and sending a test transmission.

Door Chime

Enabling or disabling the door chime feature.

Special Messages

Displaying special event messages like "Fail to Arm".

User Call Up

Initiating a call to the downloading computer.

Walk Test

DOOR STRIKE

Activating a utility output for a preset time.

Installer's Programming Commands

"AT-HOME" ARMING

Arming the system while at home, bypassing interior zones.

Quick Arm

Quick Exit

Keypad Lockout

Fire Safety in the Home

Household Fire Safety Audit

Checklist for assessing household fire safety conditions.

Family Escape Planning

Developing and rehearsing a family escape plan for fire emergencies.

Maintenance

Limited Warranty

International Warranty

Warranty terms for customers outside Canada and the US.

Warranty Procedure

Steps to follow for obtaining warranty service.

Conditions to Void Warranty

Situations that will void the product warranty.

Out of Warranty Repairs

Procedures and fees for repairing products outside the warranty period.

Appendix A

List of Available ASCII Characters

A comprehensive list of ASCII characters supported by the system.

FCC Compliance Statement

Important Information

Key details regarding FCC compliance and telephone company notifications.

Important Safety and Operational Warnings

Note to Installers

Important information for installers to convey to system users regarding system operation and limitations.

System Failures and Limitations

Comprehensive overview of potential system failures, installation issues, operational limitations, and user responsibilities.