Hunter-Pro Series & Captain 8 Installation Guide
5. Programming Options
There are 3 ways to program the alarm system:
1. Locally, using PIMA Fast Programmer PRG-896.
2. Locally and remotely (by telephone or via the GSM-200 DATA channel), using the COMAX
upload/download application.
3. Via an LCD keypad.
5.1 The PRG-896 programmer
The PRG-896 is a flash memory card used for saving parameter sets for fast downloading and
quick installation. The sets are uploaded by the COMAX upload/download PC application.
The PRG-896 can save up to 4 different presets. It connects to LCD keypads only.
For download instructions, see section 6.11.3, on page 71.
Diagram 42. Connecting PRG-896 to an LCD Keypad
5.2 Local Upload/Download via the COMAX
Connect a PC/laptop with the COMAX upload/download application installed in it, to an LCD
keypad or expander, using the LCL-11A adaptor. To connect to USB socket use a Serial-to-
USB adaptor.
Diagram 43. Connecting the COMAX via LCL-11A to a keypad
5.2.1 Remote Upload/Download via the COMAX
Both the Hunter-Pro Series and Captain 8 systems can be programmed remotely using
PC/laptop and the COMAX upload/download application. Refer to the COMAX user guide for
detailed information.
For obvious reasons, remote connection to the alarm system must be approved by the
master user – either once or every time. The user menu includes a set of screens that the
COMAX
Serial (RS-232)
connector
LCL-11A
Keypad or expander
Serial-to-USB adaptor
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