EasyManua.ls Logo

GE NetworX NX-4 User Manual

GE NetworX NX-4
44 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
NetworX Series
NX-4 Control Panel
Installation and Startup
UL approved
for ANSI/SIA
CP-01-2000
Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the GE NetworX NX-4 and is the answer not in the manual?

GE NetworX NX-4 Specifications

Power IconPower
operating power16.5 VAC 25, 40, or 50 VA Transformer
auxiliary power with 25 VA transformer12 VDC Regulated 500 mA
auxiliary power with 40 or 50 VA transformer12 VDC Regulated 1 AMP
Operating Environment IconOperating Environment
loop resistance300 Ohms Maximum
loop response500mS
operating temperature32 to 120 degrees F
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
led keypad dimensions6.4" Wide, 4.0" High, 1.1" Deep
nx-148e lcd keypad dimensions6.4" Wide, 5.3" High, 1.0" Deep
metal enclosure dimension9.25" Wide, 8.25" High, 3.50" Deep

Summary

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

ORDERING INFORMATION

Details part numbers for system components and accessories.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Key operational guidelines and system limitations during installation and use.

BOARD INSTALLATION

Instructions for physically mounting the control panel circuit board within its enclosure.

FEATURE DEFINITIONS

Abort Feature

Allows canceling alarm transmission within a set delay time.

AC Fail / Low Battery Reporting

Enables reporting of power or battery issues to the central station.

AC Power / Low Battery Sounder Alert

Configures audible alerts on keypads for power or low battery conditions.

Arm / Disarm Code Management

Defines user codes for arming and disarming the security system.

Automatic Arming Configuration

Allows the system to arm automatically at a scheduled time.

Automatic Bypass / Instant Arming

Enables automatic bypassing of interior zones or making entry zones instant.

Auto Cancel / Abort Function

Automates the cancel/abort function, removing the need for button presses.

Auto Test Scheduling

Schedules automatic communicator tests to the central station.

Auxiliary Outputs Functionality

Describes programmable outputs for activating relays or LEDs.

Auxiliary Power Over-current Alert

Details the "Service" LED illumination for over-current conditions.

Box Tamper Detection

Describes the input for a tamper switch on the control panel enclosure.

Built-in Siren Driver

Features a built-in siren driver that can be configured for voltage output.

Bypass Toggle Feature

Allows users to toggle zone bypass status with the [Bypass] key.

Call Back for Downloads

Enables a callback to the computer before initiating a download.

Cancel Alarm Report Function

Allows canceling an alarm report within a specified time after disarming.

Code Required Options

Requires codes for zone bypassing or initiating downloads.

Communication Format Selection

Supports various reporting formats like Contact ID and SIA.

Configuration Group Management

Provides 20 programmable groups for zone function and reporting.

Cross Zoning Feature

Requires multiple zone trips within a time limit to report an alarm.

Dual / Split / Multiple Reports

Enables sending reports to three different phone numbers for events.

Duress Code Functionality

Sends a duress signal when the panel is armed/disarmed with a specific code.

Dynamic Battery Test

Performs battery tests at set intervals or upon arming/disarming.

Entry-Guard Mode

A low-level arming mode to reduce false alarms with occupied premises.

Exit Error Reporting

Reports an "Exit Error" if an entry/exit zone is faulted at exit delay expiration.

Expander Trouble Reporting

Reports expander trouble and illuminates the "Service" LED.

Fail to Communicate Reporting

Reports failure to communicate and illuminates the "Service" LED.

Fire Alarm Verification

Verifies fire alarms by requiring multiple smoke detector trips.

Force Arming Capability

Allows arming with violated zones, bypassing them later.

Group Bypass Option

Enables bypassing a designated group of zones before arming.

Immediate Restore By Zone

Controls alarm/restore reports sent immediately or after siren time.

Internal Event Log Storage

Stores up to 185 events with date and time for later review.

Keypad Activated Panics

Three keypad panics (Fire, Medical, Panic) send reports to the central station.

Keypad Sounder Control

Allows programming the keypad sounder for specific events.

Keypad Tamper Detection

Disables keypad and reports tamper after excessive invalid code entries.

LED Extinguish Feature

Extinguishes keypad LEDs after a period of inactivity.

Local Programming Lockout

Disables programming of locations from the keypad.

Log Full Report Function

Sends a report when the event log is full.

Lost Clock Service Light

Illuminates "Service" LED for invalid clock time due to power loss.

Manual Test Procedure

Performs bell/communicator tests via keypad input.

On Board Zone Disable

Allows disabling on-board zones for a wireless-only system.

Program Code Usage

Details the code used to enter programming mode and its dual use.

Quick Arm Feature

Provides a one-button feature to quickly arm the system.

Recent Closing Report

Reports an alarm within 2 minutes of arming.

Re-exit Functionality

Allows restarting the exit delay without disarming.

Shutdown Mode

Turns off keypad LEDs and disables keypresses.

Siren Blast For Arming

Configures siren blasts for arming, exit delay, or closing reports.

Siren Supervision Monitoring

Monitors the siren circuit and reports if wires are cut.

Silent Exit Option

Silences the exit delay by pressing [*]-[Exit].

Start/End Programming & Downloading Reports

Reports when programming or download sessions start/end.

Swinger Shutdown Count

Automatically bypasses zones after a specified number of alarms.

Temporal Siren Disable

Controls whether the fire siren is temporal or continuous.

Two Call Answering Machine Defeat

Requires two calls to defeat an answering machine.

Walk-Test Mode Operation

Enables zone testing with audible feedback and local reporting.

Wireless Sensor Status Reporting

Reports wireless sensor status and illuminates "Service" LED.

Zone Bypassed Sounder Alert

Beeps keypad sounder when arming if a zone is bypassed.

Zone Doubling Configuration

Allows using four zones as eight normally closed zones with additional devices.

PROGRAMMING THE LED KEYPADS

Set Keypad Options [*]-[9]-[3]

Configures keypad features and behaviors via specific key codes.

Assign Keypad Number [*]-[9]-[4]

Assigns a unique number (1-8) to each keypad for supervision.

Set Autotest Increments [*]-[9]-[5]

Sets time increments for the last system autotest.

Set System Date [*]-[9]-[6]

Allows setting the current system date on the keypad.

Set System Clock [*]-[9]-[7]

Allows setting the current system time on the keypad.

CHANGING USER CODES

ASSIGNING AUTHORITY LEVEL

Download Callback Function [*]-[9]-[8]

Download Phone Line Seizure [*]-[9]-[9]

NX-4 CONTROL PROGRAMMING

Entering Program Mode

Procedure to access system programming using specific key codes.

Selecting Module for Programming

How to select the specific module (e.g., control panel) for programming.

Programming a Location

Steps for entering data into specific programming locations and segments.

Exiting a Programming Location

How to save data and exit a programming location.

Exiting Program Mode

Procedure to exit programming mode after all changes.

PROGRAMMING DATA TYPES

Numerical Data Entry

Explains entering numerical values using keypad LEDs and segments.

PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

Numerical Data Programming Example

Illustrates entering numerical data using keypad LEDs.

Feature Selection Data Example

Demonstrates enabling/disabling features using keypad selections.

FEATURE SELECTION DATA

LOADING FACTORY DEFAULTS

ENROLLING MODULES AND KEYPADS

CONTROL PANEL PROGRAMMING LOCATIONS

Location 0: Phone Number 1

Programming the primary phone number for reporting to the central station.

Location 1: Account Code for Phone #1

Programming the account code for the primary reporting phone number.

Location 2: Communicator Format for Phone #1

Selecting the reporting format for the primary phone number.

Location 3: Dial Attempts/Backup Control for Phone #1

Setting dial attempts and backup control for the primary phone number.

FORMAT SELECTIONS TABLE

REPORTING EVENTS TO PHONE NUMBER 1

Location 4: Events Reported to Phone #1

Selecting specific events to report to the primary phone number.

LOCATION 6: PROGRAMMING PHONE #2

LOCATION 7: ACCOUNT CODE FOR PHONE #2

LOCATION 8: COMMUNICATOR FORMAT FOR PHONE #2

LOCATION 9: DIAL ATTEMPTS/BACKUP CONTROL FOR PHONE #2

REPORTING EVENTS TO PHONE NUMBER 2

LOCATION 10: Events Reported to Phone #2

Selecting specific events to report to the secondary phone number.

LOCATION 12: PROGRAMMING PHONE #3

LOCATION 13: ACCOUNT CODE FOR PHONE #3

LOCATION 14: COMMUNICATOR FORMAT FOR PHONE #3

LOCATION 15: DIAL ATTEMPTS/BACKUP CONTROL FOR PHONE #3

REPORTING EVENTS TO PHONE NUMBER 3

LOCATION 16: Events Reported to Phone #3

Selecting specific events to report to the tertiary phone number.

LOCATION 18: CUSTOM COMMUNICATOR FORMAT

LOCATION 19: DOWNLOAD ACCESS CODE

LOCATION 20: NUMBER OF RINGS TO ANSWER

LOCATION 21: DOWNLOAD CONTROL OPTIONS

LOCATION 22: DOWNLOAD CALL BACK NUMBER

LOCATION 23: FEATURE AND REPORT SELECTIONS

LOCATION 24: ENTRY / EXIT TIMERS

LOCATION 25: ZONES 1-8 ZONE TYPES

LOCATION 37: SIREN AND SYSTEM SUPERVISION

LOCATION 38: SWINGER SHUTDOWN COUNT

LOCATION 39: KEYPAD SOUNDER CONTROL

LOCATION 40: SYSTEM TIMERS CONFIGURATION

LOCATION 41: CODE REQUIREMENTS

LOCATION 42: GO TO PROGRAM CODE SETTING

LOCATION 43: PROGRAM CODE AUTHORIZATION

LOCATION 44: DURESS CODE PROGRAMMING

LOCATION 46: AUXILIARY OUTPUT SPECIAL TIMING

LOCATION 47: AUXILIARY OUTPUT #1, EVENT AND TIME

LOCATION 48: AUXILIARY OUTPUT #2, EVENT AND TIME

AUXILIARY OUTPUT EVENT SELECTION TABLE

LOCATION 51: AUTOTEST CONTROL SETTINGS

LOCATION 52: OPENING TIME CONFIGURATION

LOCATION 53: CLOSING TIME/AUTO ARMING TIME

LOCATION 54: DAYS OF WEEK SYSTEM IS OPEN

LOCATION 55: DAYS OF WEEK FOR AUTO ARMING

COMMUNICATOR CODES FOR SLOW FORMATS

Location 56: Restore Code

Event code for zone restore in 4+2 format.

Location 57: Bypass Code

Event code for zone bypass in 4+2 format.

Location 58: Tamper Code

Event code for zone tamper in 4+2 format.

Location 59: Trouble Code

Event code for zone trouble in 4+2 format.

Location 60: Sensor Low Battery Code

Event code for sensor low battery in 4+2 format.

Location 61: Sensor Missing Code

Event code for sensor missing in 4+2 format.

Location 62: Duress Code

Event code for duress in 4+2 format.

Location 63: Keypad Auxiliary 1 Code

Event code for Keypad Aux 1 in 4+2 format.

Location 64: Keypad Auxiliary 2 Code

Event code for Keypad Aux 2 in 4+2 format.

Location 65: Keypad Panic Code

Event code for Keypad Panic in 4+2 format.

Location 66: Keypad Multiple Code Entry Tamper Code

Event code for keypad tamper in 4+2 format.

Location 67: Box Tamper / Restore Codes

Event codes for box tamper and restore in 4+2 format.

CUSTOMIZING ZONE TYPES (GROUPS)

Location 110: Group 1 Alarm Event Code

Event code for Group 1 in Contact ID or SIA reports.

Location 111: Group 1 Characteristic Select

Selects characteristics for Group 1 zone types.

LOCATIONS 112-149: GROUP CONFIGURATIONS

Table 2.1: Standard Zone Types (Default Configurations)

Lists default zone types and their characteristics for system configuration.

PROGRAMMING WORKSHEETS

APPENDIX 1: FIXED CODES IN CONTACT ID AND SIA

APPENDIX 2: ZONE CODES IN SIA OR CONTACT ID

APPENDIX 3: EXPANDER TROUBLE REPORTING NUMBERS

Keypad Expander Numbers

Lists device numbers reported for expander trouble for keypads.

Remote Power Supply Expander Numbers

Lists device numbers for remote power supply expander trouble.

Wireless Receiver Expander Numbers

Lists device numbers for wireless receiver expander trouble.

Keypad Maximum Wire Run Specifications

Specifies maximum wire lengths for keypads based on wire gauge.

NOTICES AND DECLARATIONS

Declaration of Conformity

States product's compliance with relevant EU directives.

Network Compatibility Declaration

Declares compatibility with various PSTN networks and potential adjustments.

Telecom Approval Notice

Notes approval for pan-European PSTN connection and potential country-specific issues.

Electrical Requirements Overview

Details voltage adjustment capabilities and fuse type for the device.

LOCAL TELEPHONE COMPANY INTERFACE INFORMATION

Telephone Connection Requirements

Specifies requirements for connecting equipment to the telephone network.

Incidence of Harm to Network

Outlines telephone company actions regarding harm to the network.

Malfunction of Equipment Procedures

Steps to take if the equipment fails to operate properly.

EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL LISTING

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INFORMATION

Minimum System Configurations for UL Installations

Specifies minimum requirements for UL-compliant system installations.

SIA SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (ANSI-SIA CP-01)

CP-01 Feature Description and Compliance

Details features and their compliance status with SIA CP-01 standards.

SPECIFICATIONS

Related product manuals