DSC PC5508Z

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System Introduction
S E C T I O N 1
1.1 Specifications
Control Panel Specifications
Flexible Zone Configuration:
• 8 Fully Programmable Zones
• 38 Access Codes: 32 User, 1 System Master, 2 Partition Master, 2 Duress and 1 maintenance
• Expandable to 32 Zones
• Keypads with zone inputs available (PC/KP5508Z, PC/KP5516Z, PC/KP5532Z, LCD/KPL5500Z)
• Hardwired expansion available using the PC5108 Eight Zone Expansion module, the PC5700 Fire
module, or the PC5720 Fire and DVACS module.
• Wireless expansion available using the PC5132 Wireless Zone Expansion module (up to 32 wireless
zones, 900MHz, True Spread Spectrum Technology, Fully Supervised)
• Normally Closed, Single EOL, or Double EOL zone supervision
• 2-Wire Smoke Input (via PGM2 input)
• 27 Zone Types, 8 Programmable Zone Options
• 2 Partitions
Audible Alarm Output:
• Supervised Bell Output (current limited at 3 amps), 12 V
DC
• Steady or Pulsed Output
EEPROM Memory:
• Will not lose programming or system status on complete AC and Battery failure
Programmable Outputs:
• Up to 14 Programmable Voltage Outputs, 23 programmable options
• One High Current (300 mA) PGM output with 2 wire smoke detector capability on main panel
• Maximum Loop Current is 1.5 mA when the 2-wire smoke detector configuration is used
• One Low Current (50 mA) PGM output on main panel
• Eight Additional Low Current (50 mA) PGM outputs available using the PC5208 module
• Four High Current (1 Amp) PGM outputs Available Using the PC5204 module
• 1 PC5204 Output Fully Supervised for Siren Output
Powerful 1.5 Amp Regulated Power Supply:
• 500 mA Auxiliary Supply, 12 V
DC
• Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) components replace fuses
• Supervision for loss of AC Power, Low Battery
• Internal Clock Locked to AC Power Frequency
Power Requirements:
• Transformer = 16.5 VAC, 40VA
• Battery = 12 volt 4 Ah minimum rechargeable sealed lead acid
Remote Keypad Specifications:
• 8 Different Keypads Available:
- PC5508(Z)/KP5508(Z) 8 Zone LED Keypad - PC5532(Z)/KP5532(Z) 32 Zone LED Keypad
- PC5516(Z)/KP5516(Z) 16 Zone LED Keypad - LCD5500(Z)/KPL5500(Z) Alphanumeric Keypad
• Each Keypad has 5 Fully Programmable Function Keys • Connect up to 8 Keypads
• Four Wire (Quad) Connection to Keybus • Built in Piezoelectric Buzzer
Digital Communicator Specifications:
• Supports all Major Formats including SIA and Contact ID • Event Initiated Personal Paging
• 3 Programmable Phone Numbers • 2 Account numbers
• Supports LINKS1000 Cellular Communication • DTMF and Pulse Dialing
• DPDT Line Seizure • Anti-jam Feature
• Split Reporting of Selected Transmissions to Each Telephone Number
System Supervision Features
The PC5010 continuously monitors a number of possible trouble conditions including:
• AC Power Failure • Trouble by Zone • Fire Trouble
• Telephone Line Trouble • Low Battery Condition • Bell Output Trouble
• Loss of Internal Clock • AUX Power Supply Fault • Tamper by Zone
• Failure to Communicate • Module Fault (Supervisory or Tamper)

DSC PC5508Z Specifications

General

Brand	DSC
Model	PC5508Z
Category	Keypad
Language	English

Summary

Specifications

Control Panel Features

Details flexible zone configurations, audible outputs, EEPROM, programmable outputs, power supply, and requirements.

Additional Devices

Keypads and Expanders

Covers various keypad types and the PC5108 Eight Zone Expander Module for system expansion.

Interface and Communication Modules

Details modules for audio interfaces, printers, and addressable service interfaces.

Specialized Modules and Cabinets

Covers fire modules, cellular communicators, cabinets, and backplates for system expansion.

Getting Started

Installation Steps and Wiring

Provides a step-by-step guide for installing the system, terminal descriptions, and Keybus wiring.

Zone Configuration and Wiring

Explains assigning zones to expanders, keypad configurations, zone wiring methods, and supervision setup.

Keypad Commands

Access Codes and ArmingDisarming

Details the types of access codes and the procedures for arming and disarming the system.

System Operation Commands

Covers auto-bypass, zone bypass, trouble display, and alarm memory access via keypad commands.

Function Keys and User Functions

Explains the use of function keys and programmable user functions for system control.

How to Program

Installer Programming Entry and Data Input

Guides users on accessing installer programming and entering decimal or HEX data for system configuration.

Viewing Programming Settings

Explains how to view programmed settings on LED and LCD keypads for verification and troubleshooting.

Program Description

Zone Configuration and Attributes

Defines zone types and programmable attributes for customizing zone behavior.

Communicator Setup and Reporting

Covers dialing, phone numbers, account numbers, reporting formats, and event codes.

Downloading, Lockout, and Defaults

Details remote downloading, keypad lockout, system defaults, and walk test procedures.

PGM Outputs and System Control

Explains the configuration of Programmable Output (PGM) options and attributes for system control functions.

System Testing, Maintenance, and Delays

Covers siren, test transmissions, emergency keys, entry/exit delays, and event buffer viewing.

Wireless and Cellular Communications

Details the use of the LINKS1000 communicator and wireless expansion setup and supervision.

Appendix A Contact ID

Contact ID Event Codes

Lists and explains Contact ID reporting codes for various alarm and system events.

Appendix B SIA Format

SIA Reporting Codes

Provides a mapping of PC5010 reporting codes to SIA identifiers and auto-reporting codes.

LIMITED WARRANTY

System Failure Considerations

Warns users about potential system failures and factors that can affect alarm system performance.