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Paradox Esprit 728

Paradox Esprit 728
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Installation Manual
P R DOXP R DOX
SECURITY SYSTEMSSECURITY SYSTEMS
ESPRIT
718 728L 728 738 748 748ES718 728L 728 738 748 748ES
IM8 960715-0000

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Paradox Esprit 728 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Zones8
Partitions1
StayD modeYes
Telephone Line MonitoringYes
Power Supply16.5VAC
Battery Backup12V 7Ah
PGMs2 (expandable to 6)

Summary

UL, Austel, and ULC Installation Requirements

U.L. INSTALLATIONS

Guidelines for UL listed burglar and fire alarm systems.

AUSTEL INSTALLATIONS

Guidelines for Austel-approved installations with transformer specifications.

ULC INSTALLATIONS

Guidelines for ULC installations concerning fire alarm systems.

Introduction to Esprit Panels

About This Manual

Provides information on panel operation, features, and functions common to all Esprit panels.

Control Panel Descriptions

Details specifications for various Esprit panel models including zone counts and features.

Esprit Panel Features

Reliability

Highlights the use of powerful RISC processors and SMD Technology for component reduction.

Total Compatibility

Emphasizes identical programming and software across all Esprit panels for ease of use.

Advanced Technology Zoning

Explains ATZ software allowing 2 zones and tamper on one wire pair, simplifying installation.

Streamlined Operations and Features

Streamlined Keypad PC Programming

Describes simplified keypad programming and easy end-user access to system functions.

Strategic System Partitioning

Explains partitioning for monitoring two distinct security systems with one panel.

High-Speed Preprogrammed Communication

Details fast set-up and reporting using preprogrammed high-speed communicator formats.

Event Buffer and Real time clock

Covers the 120-event buffer with time/date and auto-arming capabilities.

Programmable Outputs

Explains activating outputs based on panel status, with options for duration and polarity.

Alarm Relay

Describes the single pole, double throw dry contacts for alarm output.

Augmented Auxiliary Power (748 ES)

Details the 1.2A regulated auxiliary power for detection devices.

Espload Uploaddownload Software

Highlights software for panel supervision, programming, and data management.

Specifications Overview

Digital Communicator

Details compatibility with telecommunication standards and reporting formats.

Event Buffer

Specifies the 120-event buffer with time and date capability.

Operating modes

Lists user codes, partitioning, arming types, and real-time clock functions.

Inputs and Outputs

Details zone types, battery charger, aux power, bell output, PGM outputs.

Accessory Modules

Lists SRI 18, 708, 708DV, and Esprint modules.

Keypads

Lists compatible LED and LCD keypads and PS1 bedside remote.

Current consumption

Provides current consumption data for panels, keypads, and modules.

Basic Installation Procedures

Location and Mounting

Guidance on selecting an installation site for the control panel, considering security and ventilation.

Earth Ground

Instructions for connecting the earth terminal to the cabinet and grounding rod.

AC Power Requirements

Specifies transformer requirements for AC input power, including UL/ULC systems.

Programmable Outputs

Details connection of outputs through external relays due to 30mA limit.

BellSiren Output

Explains connection of warning devices to Bell+/- terminals and auto-shutdown feature.

Auxiliary Power Terminals

Describes powering devices with 12VDC from AUX+/- terminals, with overload protection.

Zone Input Terminals

Refers to zone connections page and wiring diagram for details.

Keypad Connections

Explains keypad terminal strip connections and zone input wiring.

Powering Up and Initial Setup

Powering Up the Unit - General

Guidance on connecting keypads and performing initial power-up testing.

Panel Programming Methods

Recommends using Espload for programming to reduce data entry errors.

Battery Hook-Up (ULULC)

Instructions for connecting a 12VDC battery for UL/ULC installations, with warnings.

Battery Test

Explains panel battery testing and the impact of test failures on arming.

Loop Configurations and Zone Connections

Details single zone configurations with N.C./N.O. contacts and EOL resistors.

Advanced Technology Zoning (ATZ)

ATZ Connection (2 Zone Resistors, No EOL)

Details ATZ configuration with 2 zone resistors for tamper recognition.

How To: ATZ Without EOL Resistor

Provides wiring diagram for ATZ configuration without EOL resistors.

Single Zone Connection (No EOL)

Explains single zone connection without EOL for N.C. contacts.

Single Zone Connection (With 1 EOL)

Describes single zone connection with one EOL for N.C. and N.O. contacts.

Advanced ATZ and Single Zone Wiring

Single Zone Connection (1 EOL, Tamper Recognition)

Details single zone connection with 1K EOL resistor for tamper recognition.

ATZ Connection (2 Zones, 2 Resistors, 1 EOL)

Details ATZ connection with 2 resistors for tamper and wire fault recognition.

How To: ATZ With EOL Resistor

Provides wiring diagram for ATZ configuration with EOL resistors.

TamperWire Fault Definitions and Fire Circuits

Tamperwire Fault Definitions

Explains options for tamper/wiring failure recognition and ATZ zone doubling.

Fire Circuit Requirements

Details fire zone connection with EOL resistor and UL/ULC requirements.

Smoke Detector Location Guidelines

Smoke Detection Placement

Recommends detector placement in family living units for optimal fire detection.

Smoke Detector Mounting - Dead Air Space

Explains how to avoid dead air space near ceiling corners for detector mounting.

User and Keypad Functions

Introduction to Keypad Functions

Explains keypad numeral representation of zones and status indicators.

System ArmingDisarming Options

Details regular, auto bypass, stay, and fast arming methods.

System Partitioning Basics

System ArmingDisarming Options (Continued)

Covers fast stay arming, double stay, fast exit, disarming, and alarm memory.

System Partitioning - General

Introduces partitioning for dividing zones into two distinct systems.

Partitioning (728, 738, 748,748 ES)

Details zone assignments for Partition 'A' and 'B'.

Partitioning and ArmingDisarming

Partitioning Enabled

Enables partitioning and defines zone assignments for Systems A and B.

Code Definition for ArmingDisarming

Explains how access codes are assigned to arm System 'A' or 'B'.

Code Activation for System Control

Details system arming, disarming, and selective arming using codes.

Keyswitch, Zone Bypassing, and Chime Zones

KeyswitchPush-Button ArmingDisarming (PS1)

Explains using keyswitch/push button for arming/disarming systems.

Zone Bypassing - Manual

Details manual zone bypass using access codes and bypass enabled zones.

Bypass Recall Feature

Allows reinstatement of the latest zone bypass instructions.

Chime Zones Configuration

Explains chime programming for keypads and zone chime features.

Keypad (Panic) Alarms

Describes activating panic alarms via keypad key combinations.

Trouble Display and Monitoring

Key [1] No batterylow battery

Indicates battery issues and provides troubleshooting steps.

Key [2] Power failure

Reports inadequate AC power or power supply issues.

Key [3] AC power failure

Indicates inadequate AC power to the panel.

Key [4] Bell disconnect

Signals that the bell is not connected or requires an EOL resistor.

Key [5] Maximum bell current

Indicates excessive bell current causing automatic shutdown.

Key [6] Maximum auxiliary current

Signals excessive auxiliary current causing automatic shutdown.

Key [7] Communicator report failure

Indicates failure to initiate communication with the central station.

Key [8] Timer loss

Requires reprogramming of the timer after power failure.

Key [9] Tamperzone wiring failure

Detects zone line cut/short or tamper faults.

Trouble Monitoring and End-User Programming

Key [10] Telephone line monitor

Alerts to a missing telephone line for 30 seconds.

Key [11] Fire trouble

Indicates a fire zone wire cut or open.

Master and User Codes

Explains setting master and user codes for system access.

One-Key User Programming Commands

Details quick programming using single key presses after [ENTER].

Special Timing Functions

No Movement Report

Reports if no movement occurs in a designated time period.

Late to Close

Transmits code if system is not armed by a specified time.

Auto Arming

Enables automatic daily arming based on time or no movement.

Operational Note on Timing Functions

Explains how programmed times at addresses 245, 246 and 253 are used.

Installer Programming Overview

Espload Software

Describes remote programming using Espload software.

Keypad Programming

Explains keypad programming procedures found in the 'Programming Guide'.

How To: Hexa Programming

Guides through programming memory locations 000-007 using Hexa input.

Access to UploadDownload

Sets the number of rings before the panel answers or enables override.

Upload Panel Identifier

Sets a four-digit code to identify the panel to the PC for uploading.

PC Download Password

Sets a four-digit password to identify the PC for programming download.

Installer Configuration Details

Installer Code Configuration

Details default and custom installer code setup for programming access.

How To: Streamlined Hexa Programming

Guides on programming sections 00 to 34 using streamlined Hexa input.

Telephone and Account Numbers

Configures PC download and central station telephone numbers.

System Account Codes

Sets account codes for identification of zones in partitioned systems.

Reporting Codes Configuration

Reporting Codes - General

Assigns 2-digit hexa codes for system status reporting.

ArmingDisarming Codes

Assigns hexa report codes to identify users during arming/disarming.

Zone Alarm Codes

Assigns codes to identify zones generating alarms or restoring.

Zone Restoration Codes

Transmits restoration codes to indicate trouble rectification.

Trouble Codes

Reports 8 trouble status codes to the central station.

Trouble Restoration Codes

Transmits restoration codes for rectified trouble conditions.

Special Codes and Communicator Formats

Special Codes

Assigns codes to report 10 special status conditions.

Communicator Formats

Details available communicator formats like Contact ID and Ademco Express.

Contact I.D. Event Codes

Lists preprogrammed Contact ID event codes and reporting addresses.

Ademco Contact ID (Selected Codes)

Selects specific report codes to be transmitted.

Ademco Express

Details high-speed reporting format communicating events in 2 seconds.

DTMF - No Handshake

Format for reporting without central station receiver connection.

Programmable Outputs and System Options

Programmable Output (PGM) Type and Options

Defines PGM output as N.O. or N.C., and timed options.

PGM Logic Options (OR, AND, EQUAL)

Programs PGM output to operate based on logical event combinations.

Typical PGM Programming

Provides a table of PGM functions, descriptions, types, and hexa programming.

System Options - Code Priority

Assigns user codes to specific arming functions like 'stay' or 'away'.

System Options Configuration

Partitioning Enabled Settings

Defines user code assignments for System 'A' and 'B'.

TLM (Telephone Line Monitor) Options

Configures Telephone Line Monitor options for trouble or alarm indication.

Arming using PS1 or Keyswitch

Enables PS1 or keyswitch for arming/disarming system.

Call Back Feature

Programs panel to call PC back for verification during communication.

Auto Arm On Time

Programs automatic daily arming at a specified time.

No Movement Auto Arming

Enables auto-arming or reporting based on inactivity.

Touch Tone Options

Selects tone or pulse dialing for communication.

Partitioning Activation

Activates partitioning and defines zone assignments for Systems A and B.

Reporting Options and Silent Alarms

Reporting Options - Regular Reporting

Enables central station reporting and assigns reporting codes.

Silent Alarm Configuration

Configures silent zones/panics to generate only reports.

Dialing Pulse Rates (for Espload)

Sets pulse time ratio for Espload communication.

Advanced Reporting and Communication Features

Split Reporting

Sends system reports to Tel #2, and alarm reports to Tel #1.

Double Reporting

Transmits all reports to both programmed telephone numbers.

Answering Machine Override

Answers calls from answering machines to allow modem access.

Bell Squawk Option

Enables a brief bell sound on arming and disarming.

Auto Zone Shutdown

Automatically bypasses zones initiating 4 consecutive alarms.

Call PC When Event Buffer is Full

Initiates upload of event buffer to PC when it becomes full.

Keypad Signals and Arming Options

Enable Keypad Panic Signals

Enables Panic 1, 2, and 3 signals on the keypad.

Keypad Panic Options

Sets keypad panic signals as silent, audible, or fire.

Silent Operation Mode

Configures panic keys to sound silent alarms or reports.

Audible Operation Mode

Activates audible alarm output when panic keys are used.

Fire Operation Mode

Activates pulsed audible alarm output for fire panic conditions.

One Key Arming Enable

Enables quick 'full' or 'stay' arming by pressing a single key.

UserAccess Code Length

Sets user and installer codes to 6 or 4 digits.

TamperWire Fault Definitions

References pages for tamper/wire fault definition details.

Beep on Exit Delay

Enables keypad beeping during exit delay, increasing in frequency.

Zone Restore Transmission

Configures immediate or delayed transmission of zone restoration codes.

Zones with EOL Resistors

Refers to pages for loop configuration and EOL resistor details.

Always Report Disarm

Sets whether disarm codes are always reported or only after an alarm.

Exclude AC from Trouble Display

Prevents AC failure from displaying on the keypad's trouble indicator.

Zone and Arming Options

Zone Disabled Setting

Disables burglar alarm zone for fire zone wire faults.

Arming Options - Auto Arm

Configures auto-arming for regular or 'stay' arming.

Arming Options - Regular Arming

Enables auto-bypass (away) arming when regular code is entered.

Arming Inhibit on Battery Failure

Prevents system arming if battery failure or low voltage is present.

Arming Inhibit on TamperWire Fault

Prevents arming if tamper fault is present; requires installer reset.

No Tamper Bypass

Determines if device tamper follows zone bypass.

Bypass Code Reporting Option

Controls which bypass report code is transmitted.

Advanced Technology Zoning (ATZ)

Enables ATZ for two zones per circuit, not for 718/748ES.

Audible Trouble Warning

Enables intermittent audible trouble warnings on keypad.

Keypad Zone Supervision

Verifies keypad presence and regards undetected keypads as 'open'.

Zone Definition Settings

Zone Definition Notes

Defines zones 13-24, not available on all models.

SlowFast Zone Response

Configures zone response time for slow or fast detection.

SilentAudible Zone Assignment

Assigns zones to trigger silent alarms or audible alarms.

24 Hour - FireRegular Zone

Defines zones as 24-hour, fire, or regular, with priority for fire zones.

Instant Zone Definition

Defines zones that generate an immediate alarm when opened.

Follow Zone Definition

Defines zones that switch to 'delay' during entry delay.

Delay 2 Zone Definition

Assigns zones to 'Delay 2' definition for entry delay.

Zone Assignment and System Times

Bypass-Enabled Zones

Enables zones for bypass during manual, away, or auto shut-down arming.

System Assignment of Zones

Assigns zones to common, Partition A, or Partition B.

System Times - Auto Test Report

Sets the duration in days for auto test reports.

System Times - Auto ArmReport Options

Configures auto-arming, late to close reports, and no movement reports.

System Times - Exit Delay

Sets the exit delay duration in seconds upon arming.

System Times - Entry Delay 1

Sets the primary entry delay duration in seconds.

System Times - Entry Delay 2

Sets the secondary entry delay duration in seconds.

System Times - Bell Cut-off Time

Sets the maximum duration for the bell output in minutes.

System Times - Normal Circuit Response

Sets zone response time for non-fast zones.

System Times - AC Report Delay

Sets delay for AC report code transmission.

System Times and Panel Resets

System Times - No Movement Report

Sets time for 'no movement' report or auto arming.

Timed Programmable Output (PGM)

Sets duration for PGM output activation in minutes or seconds.

Installer Lock

Locks installer programming to prevent changes.

Panel Reset to Factory Defaults

Procedures for resetting panel to factory defaults.

Power Down Reset

Resets panel to defaults by removing AC and battery power.

Panel Reset Without Power Down

Resets panel to defaults using installer code and [STAY] key.

Warranty Information

Details warranty conditions and exclusions for the ESPRIT system.

Liability Disclaimer

Disclaims liability for damages related to product purchase or use.

System Testing Warning

Advises frequent testing of the security system for proper performance.

FCC Warnings and Compliance

Important FCC Information

States compliance with FCC rules and provides registration information.

Telephone Company Notification

Instructs customer to notify phone company of connection details.

FCC Registration Number

Provides the FCC registration number for the equipment.

Ringer Equivalence Number

Provides the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN).

USOC Jack Information

Specifies the USOC jack type for connection.

Telephone Connection Requirements

Details requirements for connecting to the telephone network.

Incidence of Harm

Addresses potential harm to telephone network and temporary service disconnection.

Telephone Company Facility Changes

Explains telephone company's right to change facilities with prior notice.

General Telephone Usage

States limitations on using coin telephone lines and party lines.

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) Explained

Explains REN for determining quantity of devices on a telephone line.

Equipment Maintenance Facility

Provides information on obtaining service or repairs for telephone equipment.

U.S. Point of Contact

Provides contact information for Paradox U.S.

FCC Part 15 Warnings

Provides warnings and user instructions for Class B digital devices.

Caution on Modifications

Warns that unauthorized modifications may void user authority.

Attachment Limitation and Material Restrictions

Attachment Limitation Notice

Identifies certified equipment and limitations of Industry Canada certification.

Restrictions Concernant le Raccordement de Matriel

Details Industry Canada material approval and connection restrictions.

Avertissement sur les Raccordements lectriques

Advises users not to attempt electrical connection work themselves.

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