DSC PowerSeries PC1864

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Installation Guide68 pages

Questions and Answers

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Alexander MoranSep 14, 2025
What should I do if my DSC PowerSeries PC1864 displays a Zone Tamper?
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  Paul TorresSep 14, 2025
  If your DSC Control Panel displays a Zone Tamper, and a tamper condition is present on one or more wireless devices, perform a Module Placement Test –Section [904]. Violate, then restore the tamper. If no test result then replace the wireless device. If an open circuit is present on one or more zones with double end-of-line resistors enabled, remove the wire leads from Z and COM terminals. Measure the resistance of the wire leads. An open circuit indicates a break in the wiring. Connect a 5.6K resistor (Green, Blue, Red) across the Z and COM terminals and verify the trouble condition clears.
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Timothy MeltonSep 16, 2025
What to do if my DSC PowerSeries PC1864 Control Panel shows Loss of Clock/Date?
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  Jesse GonzalesSep 16, 2025
  If your DSC Control Panel displays a Loss of Clock/Date, it means the main panel internal clock is not set. To program the time and date: Enter [?][6][Master Code] then Press [1]. Enter the time and date (in military) using the following format: HH:MM MM/DD/YY. For example, for 6:00 pm, June 29, 2005, enter: [18] [00] [06] [29] [05].
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Cameron AllenNov 22, 2025
What causes a Failure to Communicate error on a DSC PowerSeries PC1864 Control Panel?
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  Erica BurchNov 22, 2025
  A Failure to Communicate error on your DSC Control Panel indicates that the panel is unable to communicate one or more events to the central station. To troubleshoot, connect a headset to TIP and RING of the control panel and monitor for a continuous dial tone, reversed TIP and RING, or a recorded operator message. Verify the correct phone number is programmed. Dial the programmed number using a regular telephone to determine if a [9] must be dialed or if 800 service is blocked. Ensure the format programmed is supported by the central station. Verify that the account number and reporting codes are correctly programmed. Note that for Contact ID and Pulse formats, program a HEX [A] to transmit a digit [0] in SIA format, and program a digit [0] to transmit a digit [0]. If the panel transmits ...
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Dr. Amanda Martinez DDSDec 1, 2025
How to fix a Zone Fault on my DSC PowerSeries PC1864 Control Panel?
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  careyjasonDec 1, 2025
  To resolve a zone fault on your DSC Control Panel, if the open circuit is present on one or more fire zones on the main panel or zone expander, ensure that fire zones have a 5.6K resistor (Green, Blue, Red) connected. Remove the wire leads from the Z and COM terminals and measure the resistance of the wire leads. An open circuit indicates a break in the wiring or a disconnected resistor. Connect a 5.6K resistor (Green, Blue, Red) across the Z and COM terminals to see if the trouble condition clears. If the open circuit is present on PGM2, which is being used as a 2-wire smoke detector input, ensure the correct 2.2K end-of-line resistor is connected (Red, Red, Red). Remove the wire leads from PGM2 and AUX+ terminals and measure the resistance of the wire leads. An open circuit indicates a b...

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

About Your Security System

Carbon Monoxide Detection

System monitors CO detectors and provides a warning if CO is detected.

Fire Detection

System monitors fire detection devices like smoke detectors for fire warnings.

Maintenance

Minimal system maintenance is required, primarily dusting and battery checks.

PowerSeries System Keypads

Keypad Display Symbols

Arming & Disarming the System

Arming (Turning On;Setting)

Procedure to arm the system by closing sensors and activating the system.

Disarming (Turning Off;Unsetting)

Procedure to disarm the system by entering the access code.

Quick Exit

Allows exiting the premises after arming without disarming the system.

When Alarm Sounds

Intrusion Alarm Siren

Describes the continuous siren sound for burglary alarms and response.

Fire Alarm Siren

Describes the pulsed siren sound for fire alarms and immediate evacuation.

Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Details the sounds and indications for a carbon monoxide alarm event.

Bypassing Zones

Bypassing Zones with PK5500;RFK5500;RFK5564

Step-by-step guide to bypass zones using specific keypad models.

Bypass Groups

How to program and select groups of zones for bypassing.

Trouble Conditions and Resolution

Trouble Conditions

Identifies system troubles, their codes, comments, and required actions.

Alarm Memory

How to view and clear sensor events that triggered an alarm.

Door Chime Function

How to turn the door chime function on or off.

Access Code Management

Access Code Programming

How to program additional user access codes and the master code.

User Code Attributes

Defines programmable attributes for user codes like Supervisor and Duress.

Partition Assignment Mask

Assigns specific partition access to different user codes.

User Function Commands

Time and Date Setting

Procedure to set the system's time and date.

Auto-arm;Disarm Control

Enables or disables automatic arming and disarming features per partition.

System Test

Tests system components like bell, keypad lights, and communicator.

Changing Keypad Settings

Brightness;Contrast Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting keypad display brightness and contrast levels.

Buzzer Level Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the keypad buzzer volume to 21 different levels.

System Status and Testing

Event Buffer Viewing

Displays a list of the last 500 system events for review.

Global Status Screen

Shows the current status of up to 8 partitions on the keypad.

Sensor Reset

Resets specific sensors like glass break or smoke detectors after an alarm.

Reference Sheets

System Information

Section to fill out system details for future reference.

Access Codes Record

Table for recording user access codes and their assignments.

Detector Placement Guidelines

Smoke Detector Placement

Recommendations for locating smoke detectors in residential settings for optimal coverage.

Carbon Monoxide Detector Placement

Guidelines for placing CO detectors to ensure timely detection of carbon monoxide.

Fire Safety Planning

Household Fire Safety Audit

Guidance on auditing home fire safety and developing an escape plan.

Fire Escape Planning

Steps and considerations for creating and rehearsing a family fire escape plan.

Keypad Quick Guide

Status Lights

Explains the meaning of the Ready, Armed, Trouble, and AC Power status lights.

Function Keys

Lists common function keys like Stay, Away, Chime, Reset, and Exit.

User Commands

Summarizes key commands like Bypass Zones, View Troubles, and Chime ON/OFF.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Compliance Statement

Details FCC rules, interference, and requirements for digital devices.

Industry Canada Statement

Outlines Industry Canada technical specifications and terminal equipment requirements.

DSC Software License and Warranty

Grant of License

Outlines the rights and restrictions for installing and using DSC software.

Limited Warranty

Details the warranty terms, disclaimers, and limitations for the software product.