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Ness D8xD User Manual

Ness D8xD
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Rev 1.6
Installation & Programming Manual
D8XD / D16XD ALARM CONTROL PANEL
Available with Navigator, Saturn or
KPX keypad options
Deluxe edition with expanded AUX outputs, Voice alarms,
Voice prompts, enhanced modem, Real time clock.
D8x/D16x DELUXE
Version v8.4
Document 890-017
Auto-Time
Automation
8 x AUX
Outputs
Various
Keypad
Options
Operation by
Smartphone /
Internet
Operation by
Telephone
Voice Alarms
& Prompts
Access
Control
onboard
Powerful
Wireless
Options
C-BUS
Compatible
using Ness
MiniCentral
Area
Partitioning
Dual Voltage
17VAC & 20VDC
8 or 16
Hardwired or
Wireless zones
Easy
Programming
via Keypad
Fast
Programming
via PC
On-Site
Programming
via PD Tool
Free
NessComms
Installer Software
Back To Base
or Voice Dialler
Monitoring
Adjustable
Vibration Inputs
on all Zones
AUX
8
16

Table of Contents

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Ness D8xD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNess
ModelD8xD
CategoryControl Panel
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warnings and Notices

Product Features Overview

Connection Diagrams

Visual guides for wiring the control panel and optional accessories.

Programming and Operation Guides

Sections covering system setup, programming, and basic operation.

What's New in Deluxe v8

D8x/D16x All Features

Comprehensive list of system functionalities and capabilities.

NessComms Software

Installation Safety Precautions

Panel Installation and Power-Up

Power-Up Procedure

Steps to initialize the panel after installation and connect power.

Inputs Section

Outputs Section

Connection Diagrams Overview

Keypad Operation and Indicators

Operation Summary

Quick Start Programming Guides

Special Programming Functions

Functions like dialler test, siren test, panel reset, and software version display.

Factory Defaults and Codes

Entering and Exiting Program Mode

Methods for accessing, navigating, and exiting programming modes.

Programming with Ness PD Tool

Using the Ness PD device for panel programming and data transfer.

User Codes Management

User Code Options Table

Assigning User Code Extra Options

Configuring user codes for Area assignment, Radio, Reader, and AutoTime.

Entry and Exit Delay Timings

Vibration Sensitivity Adjustment

Zone Delay Type Configuration

Handover and Entry Delay 2 Zones

Area Partitioning Configuration

Dividing the system into two partitions for independent operation.

Area Partitioning and Home Mode Interaction

Home Mode Settings

Configuring zones and user codes for Home Mode operation.

Home Zones Configuration

24hr Zone Configuration

Designating zones that are always active regardless of system state.

Zone to Output Mapping

Keypad Beeps and Keyswitch Operation

Tamper and Panic Alarm Output Mapping

System Operation Shortcuts

Home and Day Mode Output Mapping

Supervised Zone Configuration

Hardwired Zone Supervision

Supervision settings for wired zones.

Radio Zone Supervision

Supervision settings for radio devices.

Wired Zone Supervision Enable

Supervision Time Setting

Configuring the duration for supervision alerts.

Radio Panic and Auto Re-Arm Options

Follow Me Telephone Number

Telephone Numbers 1 & 2 Configuration

Setting primary and secondary numbers for central station communication.

Account Number Configuration

Telephone Number 3 – Test Calls

Telephone Number 4 – Callback

Zone Alarm Reporting Options

Zone Restoral Reporting Options

Selecting which zones send restoral reports.

Miscellaneous Alarm Reporting

Miscellaneous Restoral Reporting

Selecting which miscellaneous events trigger restoral reports.

Test Call Interval Configuration

Time Before Next Test Call

Setting the preferred time for test calls.

Dialler Disable and Contact ID Format

Audible Voice Format Configuration

Contact ID + Audible Voice Format

Combining Contact ID and audible voice for reporting.

Test Call and Mains Report Options

Listen-In to Dialler Feature

Enabling a diagnostic feature to listen to dialler tones.

Remote Access Capabilities

First Call Mode Configuration

Setting the panel to answer on the first incoming call for remote access.

Remote Arming Functionality

Enabling remote arming of the system via telephone.

Remote Disarming Functionality

Remote AUX Control

Enabling remote control of auxiliary outputs via telephone.

Remote Status and Event Reporting

Enabling remote viewing of system status and event logs.

Callback Mode for Remote Access

Configuring computer connection methods for remote access.

Factory Default Reset Options

Clear Panel Options

Restoring all program options to factory defaults.

Clear User Codes

Resetting all user codes to factory defaults.

Program Installer Code

Output Expander Enable and Format

Expander Output Configuration Options

Output Expander Zone Assignments

Output Expander Alarm Zone Assignments

Selecting zones that trigger expander outputs when latched in alarm.

Keyswitch Input Configuration

Enabling latched keyswitch input and defining its operation.

Aux1 Output Options Overview

Enhanced Aux1 Output Options

Aux2 Output Options Overview

Enhanced Aux2 Output Options

Aux3 Output Options Overview

Enhanced Aux3 Output Options

Aux4 Output Options Overview

Enhanced Aux4 Output Options

Aux5-8 Output Options Overview

AUX5 - AUX8 Timer Settings

Siren Volume Adjustments

Enable Hardwired Zones

Miscellaneous Keypad Options

End of Line Resistor Options

Automation Features Overview

Auto-Time Features Introduction

Overview of automated scheduling for arming and outputs.

Real-Time Clock Programming

Auto-Time Warning Period

Setting a warning period before AutoTime actions.

AutoTime User Code Control

Toggling user code access based on AutoTime schedules.

AutoTimer 1 / AutoTimers 2-8 Configuration

Auto-Arming Configuration

Setting up automatic arming for Areas or Home Mode.

User Code Control by AutoTimer

Managing user code access based on AutoTimer schedules.

Auto-Disarming Configuration

Setting up automatic disarming for Areas or Home Mode.

Controlling Outputs by AutoTimer

Automating AUX outputs based on schedules.

Ness Radio Devices Operation

Ness Radio Interface

Details on the optional serial radio receiver and its connection.

Radio Signal Strength Test

Testing the signal strength of radio devices.

Radio Device Programming Procedures

Programming Radio Devices

Process for assigning radio devices to zones.

User Code Options Table Summary

Radio Codes and Programming

How user codes are used for radio keys and programming them.

Programming Radio Keys

Step-by-step guide to programming radio keys to user codes.

Serial Output Options Configuration

Access Control System Overview

Access Card Programming Sequence

Step-by-step process for assigning cards to users and readers.

Reader Address Configuration

Request to Exit (REX) Input Configuration

Converting zones to REX inputs for access control door release.

Door Open Too Long (DOTL) Zones

Reader to Aux Output Assignments (1-3)

Reader Wiring Configurations

REX Input Using Keypad Code

Using keypad codes for access control Request to Exit functions.

Central Station Monitoring Overview

Audible Monitoring Features

Evolution and types of audible monitoring supported by panel revisions.

Enhanced Audible Voice Monitoring

Detailed explanation of voice messages for alarms and remote control.

System Name Configuration

Voice Message Library Reference

List of pre-recorded voice messages for various alarm and output events.

Telephone Remote Control Operations

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