Paradox SPECTRA SP5500 User Manual

2 Programming Guide
Table of Contents
More detailed information can be found in the Reference & Installation Manual, which can be downloaded from our website
at paradox.com.
Entering Programming Mode
IMPORTANT: StayD Mode must be deactivated in order to enter programming mode. Press [OFF] + [CODE] + [OFF] to
deactivate StayD.
1. Press [
ENTER]
2. Enter your [
INSTALLER CODE] or [MAINTENANCE CODE]
3. Enter 3-digit [
SECTION] you wish to program
4. Enter required [
DATA]
Codes and Panel Reset
IMPORTANT: When using an SP Series panel, all wireless sections and options do not apply unless an MG-RTX3 is
used in conjunction with the panel.
IMPORTANT: When using an SP6000 panel in conjunction with an MG-RTX3, all MG32LED and MG10LEDV/H keypads
must be versions 2.0 or higher.
Warning or important information. Suggestion or reminder. Quick Menu (see page 3)
Installer Code (Default: 0000 / 000000)
The Installer code is used to enter programming mode, which allows you to program everything
except
user codes. To change the default code, go to section [397] on page 24 and refer to sec-
tion [701] option [1] on page 35.
Maintenance Code (No Default)
The Maintenance code is used to enter programming mode, which allows you to
program everything except
for user codes and communication settings (sections [395], [397],
[398], [815], [816], [817], [910], and [911]). To set the default code, go to section [398] on
page 24 and refer to section [701] option [1] on page 35.
System Master Code (Default: 1234 / 123456)
The System Master code can use any arming method and can program user codes. To change
the default code, go to section [399] on page 24 and refer to section [701] option [1] on
page 35.
Panel Reset
Press and hold the RESET switch for five seconds. When the STATUS LED flashes, press the
RESET switch within 2 seconds. However, this will not clear a bus module trouble (see section
[955]). To reset the panel to default using section programming (see section [950]).
Table of Contents .......................................................... 2
Entering Programming Mode ......................................... 2
Codes and Panel Reset ................................................. 2
Installer Quick Menu ...................................................... 3
System Overview ........................................................... 6
Wireless Keypad Planning ............................................. 6
Hardwired System Planning .......................................... 7
Wireless System Planning ............................................ 8
Zone Programming ...................................................... 10
Keypad Programming .................................................. 16
Programmable Output Programming ........................... 17
User Programming ...................................................... 24
2-Way Remote Indicators (MG-REM2) ........................ 27
Wireless Repeater Programming (MG-RPT1) ............. 28
Wireless Keypad Programming (MG32LRF) ............... 31
LCD Keypad Labels (MG32LCD) ................................ 33
System Programming ...................................................35
Daylight Savings Programming ....................................37
Partition Programming .................................................38
Communication Programming ......................................39
WinLoad Programming ................................................44
Other Settings and Modes ...........................................44
Appendix 1: Ademco Contact ID Report Codes ...........45
Appendix 2: Automatic Report Code List .....................47
Appendix 3: Data Entry & Display ................................49
Trouble Display ............................................................50
Installer Function Keys .................................................50
Hardware Connections .................................................51
Connecting to WinLoad ................................................54
Updating Firmware Using WinLoad .............................54
Metal Box Installation ...................................................55

Paradox SPECTRA SP5500 Specifications

General

Partitions	2
User Codes	32
Event Buffer	256 events
StayD Mode	Yes
Communication	GSM (optional)
Remote Control	Yes
System Type	Hybrid
Wireless Zones	32
Battery Backup	12V 7Ah
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Humidity	5% to 90% non-condensing