Siemens PXL Operation Installation Manual

Fire Safety
CERBERUS PYROTRONICS
PXL CONVENTIONAL FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL

(For PXL Firmware Revision 4.0 and higher)
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.

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P/N 315-094131-5
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WARNING
ALL WIRING MUST BE DONE AS DESCRIBED BELOW
TO OBTAIN SAFE AND PROPER SYSTEM OPERATION.
1. Earth ground the PXL enclosure

properly; see the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code for approved
methods. Conduit ground is not
recommended as the primary
means of grounding.
2. Separate all wiring for initiating device
circuits (i.e., detectors, manual
stations, etc.) from all other wiring in
the PXL enclosure. To wire the
System in compliance with UL 864,
refer to the Power Limited Wiring

Instructions for the PSE-1 Enclosure,
P/N 315-094154.
3. INSULATE ALL CABLE DRAIN
WIRES from any conduit or earth
grounded electrical box, including
those in the PXL enclosure.
4. Connect shield cable drain wire
ONLY inside the PXL enclosure.
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

This caution symbol appears periodically throughout this manual. It
identifies important safety instructions. Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the
equipment.
This warning symbol appears periodically throughout this manual. It
identifies important safety instructions. Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious or fatal
personal injury or costly property damage.
PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel
Contents
Contents
1 The PXL Control Panel..................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................1
Components of the Basic PXL System ..................................................................... 1

Components of the Expanded PXL System ............................................................. 3
2 Installing the PXL Control Panel ..................................................... 5

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................5
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR PXL INSTALLATION ...........................................5
STEP 1Install the PSE-1 .......................................................................................... 7

STEP 2Pull Field Wiring .......................................................................................... 9
STEP 3Install the PPS-10M ..................................................................................... 9
STEP 4Install the Optional PRM-4 ....................................................................... 12
STEP 5Install the Optional PNC-2Z ...................................................................... 14
STEP 6Install Interconnecting Cables ................................................................. 16
STEP 7Install the PCM-1 ....................................................................................... 17
STEP 8Install Interconnecting Cable ................................................................... 19
STEP 9Install the Optional PZE-4B ...................................................................... 19
STEP 10Install the PMK-1 Bracket in the PSE-1 ................................................. 22
STEP 11Install the PTX-12 .................................................................................... 23
STEP 12Install Grounding Straps ........................................................................ 24
STEP 13Check Field Wiring .................................................................................. 26
STEP 14Install Field Wiring .................................................................................. 26
Wiring to the PSE-1 Enclosure ............................................................................... 26
Initiating Device Circuits .......................................................................................... 30
Notification Appliance Circuits ................................................................................. 31
Wiring to the PCM-1 ................................................................................................ 32
Wiring to the Optional PZE-4B Modules ................................................................. 32
Wiring to the PPS-10M ........................................................................................... 32
Wiring to the PNC-2Z .............................................................................................. 33
Wiring to the PRM-4 ................................................................................................ 34
STEP 15Install All System Labels ........................................................................ 34
STEP 16Install the Door to the Backbox ............................................................. 34
STEP 17Power-up the PXL ................................................................................... 34
3 Operating the PXL Control Panel .................................................. 35

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................35
OPERATION .......................................................................................................36
Alarm .......................................................................................................................... 36
Supervisory ............................................................................................................... 36
Trouble ....................................................................................................................... 36
Normal ........................................................................................................................ 36
Program ..................................................................................................................... 37
Responding to a Fire Alarm ..................................................................................... 37
Responding to a Supervisory Condition ................................................................ 38
Responding to a Trouble Condition ........................................................................ 38
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4 Programming the PXL Control Panel ........................................... 39

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................39
Firmware Revisions .................................................................................................. 39
SYSTEM STARTUP ............................................................................................40
System Programming and Testing .......................................................................... 41
FEATURES .........................................................................................................41
Set AC Fail Signal Delay ........................................................................................... 43

Alarm Verifications ................................................................................................... 43
ASCAutomatic System Configuration .................................................................. 43
Control ....................................................................................................................... 43
Delete Modules .......................................................................................................... 43
Help ............................................................................................................................ 44
History ........................................................................................................................ 44
History Clear .............................................................................................................. 44
Map Zones to Relays and Map Zones to Bells ....................................................... 44
Menu ........................................................................................................................... 45
Program ..................................................................................................................... 45
Responding Modules ................................................................................................ 45
Set Alarm Verification Retard/Reset Timer ............................................................. 45
Set Bell Codes ........................................................................................................... 46
Set Country Code ...................................................................................................... 46
Set Custom Messages .............................................................................................. 47
Set Global Relays ...................................................................................................... 47
Set NAC Cutoff Timer ............................................................................................... 47
Set NAC Inhibit Timer ............................................................................................... 47
Set Passcodes ........................................................................................................... 47
Set System ID ............................................................................................................ 47
Test ............................................................................................................................. 47
Zone Types ................................................................................................................ 48
Alarm Verification ................................................................................................. 48
Generic Zone ......................................................................................................... 49
Reset Zone ............................................................................................................. 49
5 Testing and Troubleshooting ........................................................ 53

WALK TEST .......................................................................................................53
SYSTEM TEST ...................................................................................................54
Every Six Months ...................................................................................................... 54

Every Year .................................................................................................................. 54
FUSE REPLACEMENT IN THE PXL SYSTEM ..................................................54

TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................55
TROUBLE MESSAGES .....................................................................................56
Appendix A ...................................................................................... 59
Programming Worksheets ...............................................................................59
Appendix B ...................................................................................... 65
Module Power Calculations .............................................................................65
Electrical Requirements for Battery Calculations ..........................................66
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Appendix C ...................................................................................... 67
Configuring and Programming the PXL Fire Alarm System for
Use in Canada ...................................................................................................67
Appendix D ...................................................................................... 69
Silent Knight 5128/5129 Digital Fire Communicator Connected
to the PXL Control Panel Reporting PXL Control Panel Conditions
to a Central Station or PXL as a Remote Supervising Station Fire Alarm
System ...............................................................................................................69
Appendix E ...................................................................................... 73
Wiring in an Expanded System (PSE-2 Enclosure) .......................................73
Illustrations
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Basic PXL System ............................................................................................. 2

The PSE-1 Enclosure ....................................................................................... 7
Removing the PMK-1 Bracket from the PSE-1 ................................................. 8
PPS-10M Module Board ................................................................................. 10
Sliding the PPS-10M into the PMK-1 Bracket ................................................. 11
Mounting the PPS-10M on the PMK-1 Bracket ............................................... 11
PRM-4 Module Board...................................................................................... 12
Mounting the PRM-4 on the PMK-1 Bracket ................................................... 13
PNC-2Z Module Board .................................................................................... 14
Mounting the PNC-2Z on the PMK-1 Bracket ................................................. 15
Mounting the PCM-1 on the PMK-1 Bracket ................................................... 18
Labeling the Zones and Terminal Blocks on the PCM-1 ................................. 18
PZE-4B Module Board .................................................................................... 20
Mounting the PZE-4B ...................................................................................... 20
Labeling the Zones and Terminal Blocks on the PZE-4B ................................ 20
Installing the PMK-1 Bracket in the PSE-1 ...................................................... 22
Mounting the PTX-12 ...................................................................................... 23
Installing the Grounding Strap with Two Lugs ................................................. 24
Installing the Grounding Strap with One Lug .................................................. 25
PXL Power Limited Wiring .............................................................................. 28
The PCM-1 User Interface .............................................................................. 35
PXL Automatic System Configuration Mode ................................................... 40
PXL Normal Operating Mode .......................................................................... 42
Line Graph of Alarm Verification ..................................................................... 49
PPS-10M Wiring for Canadian Automatic Battery Disconnect ........................ 68
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Illustrations (Cont.)
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Mounting the Silent Knight Model 5128 in a PXL Enclosure ........................... 70

PXL to Silent Knight Model 5128/5129 Wiring Diagram .................................. 71
Cabling Connections in a PSE-2 Enclosure with Full Module Capacity .......... 73
Cabling Connection in a PSE-2 Enclosure with Full Zone and Relay Capacity74
PXL Connection Diagram .................................................................... Last Page
Tables
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Setting the Address on the PPS-10M ................................................................ 9

Setting the Address on the PRM-4 .................................................................. 12
Setting the Address on the PNC-2Z ................................................................ 14
Setting the Address on the PZE-4B ................................................................ 19
Field Wiring Checkout Procedure ................................................................... 27
Non-power Limited Wiring ............................................................................... 29
Power Limited Wiring ...................................................................................... 29
Wiring to the PCM-1 ........................................................................................ 32
Wiring to the Optional PZE-4B ........................................................................ 32
Wiring to the PPS-10M ................................................................................... 32
Wiring to the Optional PNC-2Z ....................................................................... 33
Wiring to the Optional PRM-4 ......................................................................... 34
PXL Programming Options.............................................................................. 51
PXL Fuse Replacement .................................................................................. 55
Silent Knight Model 5128/5129 Programming Table ....................................... 72
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Introduction
1 The PXL Control Panel

INTRODUCTION
The CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM PXL Control Panel is a microprocessor-based conventional fire protection system. The basic PXL
System has 12 Initiating Device Circuits (IDCs), 4 Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs), and 3 dedicated Form C relays for Alarm,
Trouble, and Supervisory conditions.
Components of the Basic PXL System

The following components are included in the basic PXL Control
Panel:
PCM-1 Main Control Board with
- 12 Initiating Device Circuits
- user controls
PPS-10M Power Supply with
- 4 Notification Appliance Circuits
- 3 dedicated Form C relays
PTX-12 Power Transformer
PSE-1 Enclosure with
- PMK-1 Mounting Bracket
Batteries, which must be purchased separately, that are capable
of supplying all power necessary to operate the PXL and supply
1 amp auxiliary +24 VDC and up to 10 amps of NAC current at
24 volts when in alarm.
NOTE: Both the Auxiliary current and the NAC current together
cannot exceed 10 Amps.
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1 2 : 0 0 : 0 0
PXL SYSTEM NORMAL
<MENU
POWER
TROUBLE
ALARM
AUDIBLES SILENCED
SUPERVISORY
PARTIAL DISABLE
Exterior View
Interior View
Figure 1
Basic PXL System
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Components of the Expanded PXL System

The addition of the following components to the Basic PXL System
can expand the PXL Control Panel to its maximum configuration of
36 Initiating Device Circuits, 16 Notification Appliance Circuits, 3
dedicated Form C relays, and 32 user-defined Form C relays:
PZE-4B Zone Expander modules (up to a maximum of 6
modules)
PNC-2Z Notification Appliance Circuit modules (up to a maximum of 4 modules)
PRM-4 Relay modules (up to a maximum of 8 modules)
PSE-2 Enclosure
An additional PPS-10M Power Supply and PTX-12 Transformer
can be added to the system locally at the main control.
Batteries, which must be purchased separately, that are capable
of supplying all power necessary to operate the PXL and supply
1 amp auxiliary +24 VDC and up to 10 amps of NAC current at
24 volts when in alarm.
NOTE:
Both the Auxiliary current and the NAC current together

cannot exceed 10 Amps.
RSA-DRIV/RSA-16 Remote System annunciators and control

units (up to a maximum of 6 may be installed in the system; 3
primaries and 3 mirrors)
LED-3/-4 eight-zone indicator module (up to 10 LED-3/-4 modules may be installed in the system; 5 primaries and 5 mirrors)
PZC-4D Zone Converter module for converting the Initiating
Device Circuits of either the PCM-1 or PZE-4B from Class B/
Style B to Class A/Style D (up to a maximum of 8 modules)
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Installation
2 Installing the PXL Control Panel

INTRODUCTION
This section provides general installation instructions for mounting,
wiring, and checkout of the CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM PXL
Control panel.
CAUTION
Read this section completely before installing the equipment to

ensure proper installation. If problems or questions arise, contact
Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. Technical Support.
Install and use the PXL System in accordance with the NEC and
local electrical code requirements.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR PXL INSTALLATION

WARNING
Always remove power, first battery and then AC, and wait at least
10 seconds to allow the supply voltages to decay before installing
or removing any module, cable, or wiring.
Follow Steps 1 through 16 for installation. Each step is thoroughly
explained in the following pages.
1.
Install the PSE-1 enclosure.
2.
Pull the field wiring into the PXL enclosure.
3.
Install the PPS-10M power supply module.
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4.
Install any optional PRM-4 relay modules.
5.
Install any optional PNC-2Z Notification Appliance Circuit

modules.
6.
Install power/data interconnect cable between modules on lower

level of bracket as well as the power/data interconnect cable for
the modules on the upper level of the mounting bracket.
7.
Install the PCM-1 Main Control module.
8.
Plug in the power/data interconnect cable from the PPS-10M

board and from PCM-1.
9.
Install any optional PZE-4B zone expander modules.

Install interconnecting cables.
10. Install the PMK-1 module bracket in the PSE-1 enclosure.

11. Install the PTX-12 transformer.
12. Install the grounding straps
13. Check field wiring.
14. Install field wiring (including the main power connections). Refer
to the PXL Connection Diagram at the end of the manual.
15. Install all system labels.
16. Install the door to the backbox.
17. Power-up the PXL.
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STEP 1Install the PSE-1

The PSE-1 (Refer to Figure 2) must be fastened securely to a clean,
dry, shock-free, and vibration-free surface. Consider the following
when mounting the box.
Mounting height for visual and manual access to the PCM-1
Display Panel
Weight and size of enclosure
Local mounting codes
When mounting the PSE-1, position the backbox clear of obstruction
so that the door can open freely and so that indicators and controls
are easily accessible.
To Install the PSE-1 Enclosure

1. Slip the door off the hinges of the box and put it to one side
temporarily.
Figure 2
The PSE-1 Enclosure
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2. Remove the nuts, flat washers, and lock washers (4 places) from
the PMK-1 bracket. Remove the bracket from the enclosure.
(See Figure 3).
3. Remove knockouts in the backbox where field wiring is required.
(Refer to Wiring to the PSE-1 on page 26.)
4. Hold the empty enclosure against the wall at the designated
height.
5. Mark drill points on the wall in the center of the two slots on the
upper rear of the box (Refer to Figure 2).
6. Drill the two holes and screw in the top bolts, leaving a small gap
between the wall and each top bolt.
7. Mount the enclosure on the two bolts and then install the bottom
bolts.
8. Tighten all bolts securely against the back wall of the enclosure.
Figure 3
Removing the PMK-1 Bracket from the PSE-1
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STEP 2Pull Field Wiring

Pull all field wiring into the enclosure. Dress the wiring to the approximate location to which it will go. Refer to Step 14, page 26, and
Figure 20, page 28, to determine the wiring locations in the enclosure.
NOTE: Install the System modules on the PMK-1 Bracket

following Steps 3-9 before installing the bracket in
the enclosure.
STEP 3Install the PPS-10M

The reliability of the CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM PXL depends to
a great extent upon proper installation of the power supply module.
These instructions outline the requirement for a satisfactory installation.
Careful completion of each detail provides an automatic detection
and control system that is dependable and gives reliable operation.
CAUTION
The PPS-10M must be installed before mounting and wiring

the PCM-1.
Setting the Address

Before mounting the PPS-10M to the PMK-1 bracket, set the address
on Switch S1 according to Table 1. (Refer to Figure 4 for the location of
S1 and to the Note that follows for the operation of the switches.)
TABLE 1
SETTING THE ADDRESS ON THE PPS-10M
Module
Number
NAC
Range
Switch Setting
2
3
4
5*
1-4
5-8
X = SWITCH CLOSED OR ON, O = SWITCH OPEN OR OFF

* Refer to Appendix C, Figure 25, for Canadian Automatic Battery Disconnect setting.
NOTE: To open a dipswitch, press down on the side of the dipswitch

marked OPEN. To close a dipswitch, press down on the side of
the dipswitch opposite the side marked OPEN.
To open a slide switch, push the slide to the side opposite the
side marked ON. To close a slide switch, push the slide to the
side marked ON.
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Mounting the PPS-10M to the PMK-1 Bracket

1. First, slide the PPS-10M module board down through the
opening slot in the PMK-1 mounting bracket with the terminal
blocks facing out, as shown in Figure 5.
2. Then reverse direction and slide the PPS-10M upward so that the
locating tabs protrude through the slots of the bracket, as shown
in Figure 6.
3. Fasten the board to the mounting bracket in three places using
the screws provided (See Figure 6).
NOTES:
When two Model PPS-10M power supplies are used in a PXL System:
1. Cut Jumper JP3 on the second PPS-10M.
2. Disable TB5 on the second PPS-10M.
3. Cut and remove the red wires from the 15" cable in the PCK-1 kit
(P/N 500-695066) when connecting between the two PPS-10Ms.
4. Refer to Appendix E for cabling connections in a PSE-2 Enclosure.
Figure 4
PPS-10M Module Board
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Figure 5
Sliding the PPS-10M into the PMK-1 Bracket
Figure 6
Mounting the PPS-10M on the PMK-1 Bracket
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STEP 4Install the Optional PRM-4

CAUTION
The PPS-10M Power Supply module must be installed before

mounting and wiring the PRM-4 Relay module.
Setting the Address

Before mounting the PRM-4 to the PMK-1 bracket, set the address on
Switch S1 according to Table 2. (Refer to Figure 7 for the location of S1
and to the Note on page 9 for the operation of the switches.)
TABLE 2
SETTING THE ADDRESS ON THE PRM-4
Module
Number
Relay
Range
Switch Setting
2 3 4 5
1-4
5-8
9-12
13-16
17-20
21-24
25-28
29-32
Figure 7
PRM-4 Module Board
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Mounting the PRM-4

1. Slide the PRM-4 module board through the slot in the PMK-1
mounting bracket next to the PPS-10M with the terminal blocks
facing out and the locating tab protruding through the slot of the
bracket, as shown in Figure 8.
2. Fasten the board to the mounting bracket with the screw provided
(See Figure 8).
Figure 8
Mounting the PRM-4 on the PMK-1 Bracket
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STEP 5Install the Optional PNC-2Z

CAUTION
The PPS-10M Power Supply module must be installed before

mounting and wiring the PNC-2Z notification module.
Setting the Address

Before mounting the PNC-2Z to the PMK-1 bracket, set the address on
Switch S1 according to Table 3. (Refer to Figure 9 for the location of S1 and
to the Note on page 9 for the operation of the switches.)
TABLE 3
SETTING THE ADDRESS ON THE
PNC-2Z
Module
Number
NAC
Range
Switch Setting
2 3 4 5
9-10
11-12
13-14
15-16
Figure 9
PNC-2Z Module Board
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Mounting the PNC-2Z:

1. Slide the PNC-2Z module board through the slot in the PMK-1
mounting bracket next to the PRM-4 with the terminal blocks
facing out and the locating tab protruding through the slot of the
bracket, as shown in Figure 10. If the PRM-4 is not used, place
the PNC-2Z next to the PPS-10M.
2. Fasten the board to the mounting bracket with the screw
provided (See Figure 10).
Figure 10
Mounting the PNC-2Z on the PMK-1 Bracket
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STEP 6Install Interconnecting Cables

Plug the interconnecting cables into the modules that have been
installed in the lower rack of the PMK-1 mounting bracket.
CAUTION
All cables that connect to the PXL are polarized and connect in one
way only. DO NOT FORCE THEM. Keying tabs on the mating
pieces guide the connector into place.
1. Plug one end of the power/data cable, P/N 555-194066, shipped
with the PPS-10M into JP2 of the PPS-10M. The other end
connects to JP7 of the PCM-1 after that module is installed.
NOTE: If the PRM-4 and PNC-2Z are not used in your system
configuration, no further connections are necessary at
this time.
2. Plug one end the power/data cable, P/N 555-194066, shipped
with the PRM-4 into JP1 of the PRM-4 and the other end into JP1
of the PPS-10M.
3. Plug one end of the power/data cable, P/N 555-194066, shipped
with the PNC-2Z into JP1 of the PNC-2Z and the other end into
JP2 of the PRM-4.
NOTE: If the PRM-4 module is not used in your system
configuration, plug one end of the power/data cable, P/N
555-194066, shipped with the PNC-2Z into JP1 of the
PNC-2Z and the other end into JP1 of the PPS-10M.
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STEP 7Install the PCM-1

The installation kit for the PCM-1 consists of the following items:
ITEM
plastic bezels
power/cable
3-position terminal block cover
9-position terminal block cover
PCM-1 LED label
3.9K, 1/4W, EOL resistors
zone labels
4-position terminal block
#6 x 3/8 Phillips screws
PART NUMBER
195-293693
555-194066
305-192323
305-387037
575-493753
140-820186
575-194072
150-094071
906-220606
QUANTITY
4
1
1
1
1
12
3
6
8
If Class A conversion modules are to be used, refer to the PZC-4D

Installation Instructions, P/N 315-094164, before continuing with the
PCM-1 installation.
Mounting the PCM-1:

1. Place the PCM-1 board on the PMK-1 mounting bracket with the
component side facing down and with the locating pins protruding through the bottom of the bracket, as shown in Figure 11.
2. Fasten the PCM-1 to the mounting bracket at the positions
marked A in Figure 11 using the screws provided.
3. Remove the backing from the PCM-1 LED label and place it on
the PCM-1 bezel (Refer to Figure 11).
4. a. Complete the zone label for the zone overlay with the
appropriate zone description (Refer to Figure 12).
For example:
Floor 1, East Wing
Floor 1, West Wing
Slip the label under the overlay so the information shows
through.
b. Fill in the terminal block label with the appropriate zone
information.
5. Place each bezel in the appropriate position on the PCM-1 board
(Refer to Figure 11). Be sure that the locating pin on each bezel
goes through the appropriate hole in the bracket. Fasten the
bezels to the mounting bracket at the positions marked B in
Figure 11, using the screws provided.
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Figure 11
Mounting the PCM-1 on the PMK-1 Bracket
Figure 12
Labeling the Zones and Terminal Blocks on the PCM-1
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6. Fill in any empty areas on the PCM-1 with blank bezels, securing
in place with the screws provided.
7. Connect the terminal blocks at the top of the IDC zone bezels so
that the blocks are facing up.
STEP 8Install Interconnecting Cable

Plug the interconnecting cable into the modules that connect the
lower and upper racks of the PMK-1 mounting bracket.
CAUTION
All cables that connect to the PXL are polarized and connect in one
way only. DO NOT FORCE THEM. Keying tabs on the mating
pieces guide the connector into place.
(Refer to STEP 6, No. 1)
Plug the other end of the power/data cable, P/N 555-194066, that
was previously installed in the PPS-10M, JP2 into the PCM-1, JP7.
STEP 9Install the Optional PZE-4B

Setting the Address
Before mounting the PZE-4B to the PMK-1 bracket, set the address on
Switch S1 according to Table 4. (Refer to Figure 13 for the location of
S1 and the Note on page 9 for the operation of the switches.)
TABLE 4
SETTING THE ADDRESS ON THE PZE-4B
PZE-4B
Module
IDC
Range
Switch Setting
2 3 4 5
13-16
17-20
21-24
25-28
29-32
33-36

NOTE: For Class A module installation, a maximum of 32 zones
may be installed.
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Figure 15
Labeling the Zones and Terminal Blocks
on the PZE-4B
Figure 13
PZE-4B Module Board
Figure 14
Mounting the PZE-4B
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The installation kit consists of the following items:

ITEM
PART NUMBER
plastic bezel
195-293693
power/data cable
555-194066
3.9K, 1/4W, EOL resistor
140-820186
zone label
575-194072
4-position terminal block
150-094071
#6 x 3/8 Phillips screws
906-220606
Installation
QUANTITY
1
1
4
1
2
1
Mounting the PZE-4B

Refer to Figure 14 to mount the PZE-4B module to the PMK-1
mounting bracket.
NOTE:
The PCM-1 must be installed before mounting and wiring

the PZE-4B Zone Expander.
NOTE:
If the PZC-4D is used to convert the system to Class A,

refer to the PZC-4D Installation Instructions, P/N 315094164, before installing the PZE-4B.
1. a. Complete the zone label with the appropriate zone

description (Refer to Figure 15).
For example:
Floor 1, East Wing
Floor 1, West Wing
Slip the label under the overlay so the information shows
through.
b. Fill in the terminal block label with the appropriate zone
information.
2. Place the bezel in the appropriate position on the PMK-1
mounting bracket (Refer to Figure 14). Be sure that the locating
pin on the bezel goes through the hole in the bracket. Secure in
place using the screws provided in the mounting holes in upper
corners of the bezel.
3. Connect the terminal blocks at the top of the IDC zone bezels so
that the blocks are facing up.
Install Interconnecting Cable

To complete the PZE-4B internal wiring connections, plug the power/
data cable, P/N 555-194066, from JP7 of the PZE-4B to JP6 of the
PCM-1. Note that the connection is made on the back of the printed
circuit board.
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STEP 10Install the PMK-1 Bracket in the PSE-1

1. After all modules have been installed, place the PMK-1 Mounting
Bracket over the 4 studs in the upper portion of the PSE-1
enclosure. Refer to Figure 16 for the location of the studs.
2. Secure the bracket in place by using the 4 lock washers, flat
washers, and nuts that were removed and placed to one side in
STEP 1, No. 2.
Figure 16
Installing the PMK-1 Bracket in the PSE-1
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STEP 11Install the PTX-12

The hardware for installing the PTX-12 includes the following:
4 nuts
4 lock washers
4 flat washers
Mounting
1. Place the PTX-12 in the lower left corner of the PSE-1 enclosure
with the studs from the cabinet protruding through the mounting
bracket (Refer to Figure 17).
2. Secure the PTX-12 to the PSE-1 enclosure by placing the flat
washers, then the lock washers, and finally the nuts over the studs.
3. Tighten the nuts securely.
Figure 17
Mounting the PTX-12
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STEP 12Install the Grounding Straps

The PXL System requires the installation of two grounding
straps.
1. Connect the grounding strap with two lugs according to the
following steps (Refer to Figure 18):
a. Using the 10 x 32 1/4" screw provided, connect one end of
the grounding strap to the standoff in the door of the PSE-1.
b. To connect the other end of the grounding strap, remove only
one #10 nut from the upper left corner stud stamped
GROUND, place the lug over the stud, and then replace and
tighten the #10 nut.
Figure 18
Installing the Grounding Strap with Two Lugs
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2. Connect the grounding strap with one lug according to the

following steps (Refer to Figure 19):
a. Connect the end of the grounding strap without the lug to the
PPS-10M, TB1-6 (ERG). Make this connection after mounting
the PPS-10M to the PMK-1 bracket.
b. To connect the end of the grounding strap with the lug,
remove the #10 nut from the upper left corner stud stamped
GROUND, place the lug over the stud, and then replace and
tighten the #10 nut.
Figure 19
Installing the Grounding Strap with One Lug
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STEP 13Check Field Wiring

Prior to installing devices on bases and applying power to the PXL
System, follow the Field Wiring Checkout Procedure (Refer to
Table 5).
On completion of installation, the System should be thoroughly
tested. Check supervision functions and the functional operation of
each external circuit, as well as the basic System control panel
functions.
STEP 14Install Field Wiring

Wiring to the PSE-1 Enclosure
In compliance with UL-864, all power limited fire protective signaling
conductors must be separated a minimum of 1/4 inch from all of the
following wiring located within a control panel:
electric light
power
Class 1 or non-power limited fire protective signaling conductors
To meet the above requirements, the following guidelines must be
observed when installing modules and wiring to this control panel.
When installing power limited field wiring, the installer must comply
with NEC article 760-54, which states:
The fire alarm power-limited circuits are installed using
Types FPL, FPLR, FPLP or permitted substitute cable,
provided these power-limited cable conductors extending
beyond the jacket are separated by a minimum of 0.25 in.
(6.35 mm) or by a nonconductive sleeve or nonconductive
barrier from all other conductors.
NOTE: If power-limited wiring is not used within a PXL enclosure,
then the following guidelines do not apply. In that case, be
sure to follow standard wiring practices.
WIRING ENTERING ENCLOSURE

Non-Power Limited Wiring
Wiring to the following PXL module terminations is considered nonpower limited and must enter the enclosure through the knockouts
specified in Table 6 (Refer to Figure 20). Wiring between the knockouts specified and the module termination must be in the shortest
route and must not overlap any other wiring.
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TABLE 5
FIELD WIRING CHECKOUT PROCEDURE*
*Do not connect field wiring to terminals during checkout procedure.
Measure Resistance
Between
Terminal and Terminal
Desired Results
Probable Cause if Results Differ
For Steps 1 and 2, connect positive lead of meter to F+ and negative lead to F- of the Notification Appliance Circuit to be tested. Repeat for all Notification Appliance Circuits.
1. Measure Notification Appliance Circuit Loop Resistance
Remove 10K End of Line Resistor and short end prior to measurement.
NAC Maximum Current
Up to 1.5A
>1.5 to 2.0A
<3.0 ohms
<2.5 ohms
Line open
Line too long
Wire gauge too small
2. Measure Notification Appliance Circuit End of Line Resistance

Reconnect End of Line Resistor device prior to measurement.
10K ohms
Line shorted; Line open

Incorrect EOLR value
NAC device wired backward
NAC device not polarized
3. Check for Notification Appliance Circuit Ground Fault

Measure between:
F+ and ground
F- and ground
>1 megohm
>1 megohm
Line shorted
Line shorted
4. Measure Initiating Device Circuit Loop Resistance
Remove the 3.9K End of Line Resistor and short end prior to measurement.
IDC with relay or audible base

IDC without relay or audible base
<40 ohms
<70 ohms
Line open
Line too long
Wire gauge too small
5. Measure Initiating Device Circuit EOL Resistance

Reconnect the EOL device prior to measurement.
3.9K ohms
6. Check for Initiating Device Circuit Ground Fault
IDC+
>1 megohm
IDC>1 megohm
Line shorted; Line open

Incorrect EOLR value
Line shorted
Line shorted
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Figure 20
PXL Power Limited Wiring
Installation
TABLE 6
NON-POWER LIMITED WIRING
Module
PPS-10M
PRM-4
Termination
TB1 (3 positions)
TB6 (All 9 positions)
TB1 (6 positions)
TB2 (6 positions)
Enclosure
Knockout
7
4
4
4
WIRING IN ENCLOSURE
Non-Power Limited Wiring
The following wiring is considered non-power limited:
from the PTX-12 transformer to PPS-10M, TB1
from the batteries to PPS-10M, TB2 (wiring routed behind transformer)
from PPS-10M, NAC power (TB2) to optional PNC-2Z, TB1
To maintain the required separation, the wires must be routed and
held in place by a separate tie-down to lances located on the rear of
the enclosure. See Figure 20 for the location of the lances.
WIRING ENTERING ENCLOSURE

Power Limited Wiring
Wiring to the following PXL module terminations is considered power
limited and must enter the enclosure through the knockouts specified
in Table 7 (Refer to Figure 20). Wiring between the knockout specified and the module termination must be in the shortest route and
must not overlap any other wiring.
TABLE 7
POWER LIMITED WIRING
Module
PCM-1
PNC-2Z
PPS-10M
PZE-4B
Termination
All Zone Wiring
TB2 (All positions)
TB3 (All positions)
TB3 (2 positions)
TB4 (All 16 positions)
TB5 (1-4)
All Zone Wiring
Enclosure
Knockout
1 and 2
3
3
6
6
6
1 and 2
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Initiating Device Circuits
All wiring must comply with local and national

codes.
1. All initiating circuits are rated power limited and should be wired
in accordance with applicable codes.
2. The minimum wire size permitted is 18 AWG.
The maximum wire size permitted is 12 AWG.
3. Each IDC can support and supervise up to 30 ionization and
photoelectric type smoke detectors, an unlimited number of
shorting-type devices, or one PBA-1191 beam detector.
NOTES: When determining the quantity of shorting devices,
use sound engineering judgement.
Do not mix the PBA-1191 beam detector and any other
device on the same zone. The PBA-1191 can only be
connected as Class B.
When initiating circuits are configured as supervisory
type zones, only shorting devices may be used.
4. When a zone is in alarm, each IDC can operate the following:
one ionization or photoelectric type smoke detector, or one

PBA-1191 linear beam smoke detector
one relay base, or audible base, or remote alarm lamp
5. Each IDC, if configured as an alarm verified zone, is capable of

distinguishing between a shorting-type device and a smoke
detector in alarm.
6. Remote accessories can not be used on IDCs configured with
alarm verification.
7. Each IDC is user programmable. Refer to the Programming
section of the manual for further information.
8. The system contains LED point annunciation of Alarm or
Supervisory, and Trouble of each IDC.
9. All wiring should be in a continuously grounded conduit or, where
permissible, in approved 300V shielded, limited energy cable
(such as CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM Model LEC).
10. When shielded cable is used without conduit, the wire shields in
all cases should be continuous and grounded only at the control
panel enclosure.
11. Multiple initiating circuits within the same cable or conduit do not
have to be individually shielded.
12. T-tapping and parallel branching are not allowed. Every detector
base, except the last one, must have one set of incoming and
one set of outgoing wires.
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13. The wire interconnecting the devices is continuously supervised

and must be terminated with a 3.9K, 1/4W, EOL resistor (P/N
140-820186). All unused initiating zones must be terminated
with an EOL device.
14. For four-wire Class A type connection, install the EOL device at
the Class A module.
15. The maximum line resistance of a Class B circuit (2 wires) is 70
ohms for standard initiating circuits and 40 ohms if at least one
detector has a relay.
When a Class A circuit (4 wires) is used, the supervised initiating
circuit resistance must be no more than 70 ohms. For detectors
with relays or audible bases, a total of 40 ohms is allowed. For
wire resistance information, refer to the National Electric Code or
consult the manufacturer of the wire in question.
Notification Appliance Circuits (PPS-10, TB4)
1. The circuits on PPS-10, TB4 are for notification appliances only,

NFPA 72 Local.
2. All wiring must be in accordance with local and national codes.
3. All notification appliance circuits are power limited to NFPA 70
and NEC.
4. Electrical ratings:
Supervisory: 24 VDC nominal, 2.4mA max
Alarm:
24 VDC nominal, 2A max
5. Compatible Notification Appliances are listed in the Connection

Diagram.
6. Each NAC output is user programmable, refer to the Programming Section of the manual for further information.
7. Terminate the circuit with a 10K, 1/2 watt resistor, P/N 140820396.
8. Maximum Cable Resistance:
Up to 1.5A
<3.0 ohms*
<2.5 ohms*
>1.5 to 2.0A
*The testing condition of all NAC devices is at the end of wire run. Refer to
AWG for length and resistance.
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Wiring to the PCM-1

Refer to Table 8 and the Connection Diagram. Dress the field wiring
that will be going to the PCM-1 terminals. Strip the insulation from the
wiring and connect the wires to the appropriate screw terminals.
TABLE 8
WIRING TO THE PCM-1
Screw Terminal
TB1,
TB2,
TB3,
TB4,
TB5,
TB6,
1-4
1-4
1-4
1-4
1-4
1-4
Application
2 Initiating Device Circuits
Wiring to the Optional PZE-4B Modules

Refer to Table 9. Dress the field wiring that will be going to the
PZE-4B terminals. Strip the insulation from the wiring and connect
the wires to the appropriate screw terminals.
TABLE 9
WIRING TO THE PZE-4B
Screw Terminal
TB1, 1-4
TB2, 1-4
Application
Wiring to the PPS-10M

PPS-10M terminals. Strip the insulation from the wiring and connect
TABLE 10
WIRING TO THE PPS-10M
Screw Terminal
TB1, XFR R/Y
TB1, XFR RED
TB1, XFR RED
TB1, AC PRM
TB1, AC PRM
TB1, ERG
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Application
Transformer
Transformer
Transformer
Main Power/Trans Power
Main Power/Trans Power
Earth Ground
Installation
TB2, BAT+
TB2, BATTB2, NAC PWR+
TB2, NAC PWR-
Battery
Battery
AUX PWR for NACs
AUX PWR for NACs
TB3, AUX +
TB3, AUX -
AUX PWR
AUX PWR
TB4, all terminals
NACs
TB5
Serial Bus
TB6
TB6
TB6
Alarm Relay
Supervisory Relay
Trouble Relay
NOTE:
When 2 PPS-10M power supplies are installed

in a PXL System, follow the steps below:
1. Disable the Serial Bus, TB5, on the second
PPS-10M. Connect the field wires to TB5 of
the first PPS-10M only (module 1).
2. Cut Jumper JP3 on the second PPS-10M.
3. Cut and remove the red wires from the 15"
cable in the PCK-1 kit (P/N 500-695066)
when connecting between the two PPS-10Ms.
4. Refer to Appendix E for cabling connections
in a PSE-2 Enclosure.
Wiring to the PNC-2Z

PNC-2Z terminals. Strip the insulation from the wiring and connect
TABLE 11
WIRING TO THE OPTIONAL PNC-2Z
Screw Terminal
TB1, all terminals
TB2, all terminals
TB3, all terminals
Application
NACs
NACs
AUX PWR for NACs
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Wiring to the PRM-4

PRM-4 terminals. Strip the insulation from the wiring and connect the
wires to the appropriate screw terminals.
TABLE 12
WIRING TO THE OPTIONAL PRM-4
Screw Terminal
Application
TB1
TB2
Relays 1-2
Relays 3-4
STEP 15Install All System Labels

Make sure that all System labels are filled out on the appropriate
printed circuit boards. The following modules require labels:
PCM-1
- zone label
- terminal block label
PZE-4B
- zone label
- terminal block label
Install the PXL Connection Diagram, P/N 575-294138, and the PXL
Alarm Verification Label, P/N 575-294201, on the inside front cover
of the enclosure.
STEP 16Install the Door to the Backbox

Replace the door on the hinges of the backbox.
STEP 17Power-up the PXL

Turn on the AC power to the System. The power light on the PCM-1
display turns on and the System displays the following message:
DO YOU WANT TO
CONFIGURE THE
SYSTEM NOW ?
<NO
YES>
To configure the System and program the PXL, refer to Chapter 4,

Programming the PXL Control Panel.
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Operation
3 Operating the PXL Control Panel

INTRODUCTION
The PXL System contains many software-based features. These
features are accessible through the user interface on the PCM-1
which is located on the front of the unit (See Figure 21). The user
interface is password protected and menu driven. It allows the user
to enter all software-selectable options. The user interface has a 4
line by 20 character LCD display which maps functions to 8 keys.
The interface also includes a 12 button alphanumeric keypad for
special programming functions.
The PCM-1 has the following 6 system status LEDs:
Power
Trouble
Alarm
Audibles Silenced
Supervisory
Partial Disable
Figure 21
The PCM-1 User Interface
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Operation
OPERATION
The PXL annunciates the following modes:
Alarm
Supervisory
Trouble
Normal
Program
- Program
- Test
- Control
- History
Alarm
The PXL Display board lights the appropriate red zone alarm LED
and the general ALARM LED to indicate to the user that an Alarm
condition exists. The following screen is displayed on the PXL:
ALARM 1 OF 1:
LOCATION
ACKNOWLEDGE ALARMS>
NOTE: The PXL can record and display up to 5 zone alarms prior to reset.
Supervisory
A Supervisory alarm condition is indicated on the PXL by the lighted
SUPERVISORY LED and the appropriate zone LEDs. The following
screen is displayed on the PXL:
SUPV 1 OF 1:
LOCATION
ACKNOWLEDGE SUPVS>
Trouble
A Trouble condition is displayed by a lighted TROUBLE LED along
with the appropriate LEDs corresponding to the zone in trouble. The
following screen is displayed on the PXL:
TROUBLE 1 OF 1:
LOCATION
ACKNOWLEDGE TRBLS>
For a description of the system trouble messages, see Trouble

Messages, page 56.
Normal
The Normal Mode is the absence of any alarm, supervisory, or
trouble condition. The POWER LED is lit in Normal mode when the
system has AC power. The Alarm, Trouble, Supervisory, Audibles
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Operation
Silenced, and Partial Disable LEDs are off, and the internal
sounder is off. The following screen is displayed on the PXL:
TIME
COMPANY NAME
PXL SYSTEM NORMAL
<MENU
Program
The Program Mode is used for system configuration, test, control,
and history functions. When the PXL is in Program Mode, it does
not indicate alarm or supervisory conditions.
The System resets to normal mode after 2 minutes of front panel
inactivity. When the PXL is in the Walk Test Mode, it automatically
returns to normal mode after 20 minutes of inactivity.
Responding to a Fire Alarm

HOW THE SYSTEM ANNUNCIATES FIRE ALARMS
When a fire is detected on one of the initiating device circuits (IDCs),
the PXL causes the System ALARM LED and the appropriate Zone
ALARM LED on the front panel to flash and the systems internal
audible to sound.
NOTE: Building occupants should follow the fire emergency evacuation plan approved by the building owner. Then alert the
local Fire Department.
TO ACKNOWLEDGE ALARMS
1. Unlock and open the door.
2. System operator should ACKNOWLEDGE the Fire Alarm by
pressing the ACKNOWLEDGE button on the display.
TO SILENCE THE NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE CIRCUITS

System operator should SILENCE the audibles by pressing the
SILENCE button. Subsequent alarm conditions from other zones will
cause the audibles to sound again, DO NOT RESET THE SYSTEM.
A fire official should locate the cause of the alarm.
TO RESET
Press the RESET button. (The system will not reset until all alarms,
supervisories, and troubles are acknowledged and all conditions are
returned to normal.)
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Operation
Responding to a Supervisory Condition

HOW THE SYSTEM ANNUNCIATES SUPERVISORIES
When a supervisory alarm is detected, the system causes the
SUPERVISORY LED and one of the zone LEDs to flash and the
systems internal audible to sound.
TO ACKNOWLEDGE SUPERVISORIES
2. Press the ACKNOWLEDGE button to acknowledge the
supervisory condition. The system SUPERVISORY LED and the
zone LEDs on the front panel stop flashing and remain on and
the systems internal audible silences.
TO RESET
The system operator should RESET the system by pressing the
RESET button. (The system will not reset until all alarms,
Responding to a Trouble Condition

HOW THE SYSTEM ANNUNCIATES TROUBLES
When a trouble is detected, the system causes the TROUBLE LED
and the appropriate Zone TROUBLE LEDs on the front panel to
flash and the systems internal audible to sound.
TO ACKNOWLEDGE TROUBLES
2. Press the ACKNOWLEDGE button to acknowledge the troubles.
The system TROUBLE and the individual zone TROUBLE LEDs
on the front panel stop flashing and remain on. The systems
internal audible silences.
NOTE:
Acknowledged troubles will be reported again in 24

hours if they are not cleared.
TO RESET
The system operator should RESET the system by pressing the
RESET button. (The system will not reset until all alarms,
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Programming
4 Programming the PXL Control Panel

INTRODUCTION
The following instructions will assist the user in programming the
PXL System. In addition to the instructions, definitions of many of the
PXL's features are also included for general information. Please note
that the system is designed to guide the user through the programming functions without the need of the manual. Soon after you begin
to program the PXL you will find that you use this manual for reference purposes only.
The PXL software provides direction for all functions. Press the blue
Help (?) button on the user interface at any point in the program to
access the Help screens. These screens give a more detailed explanation of the function to be performed.
The arrows (< , >) on the screen indicate the button to press to select
a particular item.
Firmware Revisions
This manual references PXL firmware Revision 4.0. Make note of the
following information for proper system operation:
PXL systems containing two PPS-10M power supply modules
must use PXL firmware Revision 3.0 or higher and PPS-10M
firmware Revision 2.0 or higher.
PXL systems using the CANADA country code selections described below must use PCM-1 and PZE-4B firmware Revision
3.0 or higher.
PXL systems used as Remote Supervising Station Fire Alarm
systems must use PXL firmware Revision 4.0 or higher.
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SYSTEM STARTUP
When power is applied to the System for the first time, the power
light on the PCM-1 turns on and the System displays the following
question:
DO YOU WANT TO
CONFIGURE THE
SYSTEM NOW ?
<NO
YES>
Answering YES, by pressing the appropriate key on the user interface, starts the Automatic System Configuration mode. This mode
steps the user through every System programming option with a
minimum of instruction. Figure 22 shows how the Automatic System
Configuration mode is mapped out.
Figure 22
PXL Automatic System Configuration Mode
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If you have never programmed a PXL System, it is best to answer

NO. When NO is selected in response to the above question, the
system goes to the normal operating mode and the following events
occur:
The system polls all system modules and records their addresses.
NOTE: Addresses must be set before the program can be
configured.
The system applies defaults to all of the program options as
shown in the Table 13. (Generally, all zones are general alarm
causing and they turn all NACs on steady. There is no mapping
of zones to auxiliary relays.)
The system resets and begins normal operation. Alarm, supervisory, or trouble conditions are annunciated automatically and
can be viewed in the display. If no conditions exist the display
reports the following message:
PXL SYSTEM NORMAL

From that point on a MENU selection is always available on the
display that provides access to the system programming section.
NOTE: Access to MENU is denied if unacknowledged alarms
exist.
Figure 23 provides the entire menu tree including the Program,
Test, Control, and History options. The user can use this tree at
any time to determine the current location in the menu.
In order to make a change to the System configuration, the user
must first enter a passcode. The System default is 123456. To
change a passcode, go to the Program section of the Main Menu.
The new passcode must have a minimum of four characters and
a maximum of eight characters.
System Programming and Testing

Follow the menu in Figure 23 to access all programming options.
The defaults shown in Table 13 appear as the program functions
are viewed on the display.
Follow the instructions on the display to change the default
values.
Record the new settings in Table 13 and keep that record with
the system for future reference.
FEATURES (Listed Alphabetically)

Some of the features available in the PXL System are described in
the following section. Each of the features is software programmable.
The default conditions are highlighted in Table 13 and they remain
active until changed.
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Figure 23
PXL Normal Operating Mode
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Programming
Programming
SET AC FAIL SIGNAL DELAY - Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

requires all fire protection systems which communicate to a Central
Station or report as a Remote Station to delay the transmission of AC
Fail Trouble Signals by a predetermined length of time. The system
default is a 6 hour delay which is used for Central Station. For Remote
Station, use the 15 hour delay. The "no delay" option is used for local
fire alarm.
ALARM VERIFICATIONS - This History selection allows the user to
view any alarm verified zones which went through an alarm verification cycle and did not result in an alarm.
ASC AUTOMATIC SYSTEM CONFIGURATION - This System
mode performs automatically when the System is turned on for the
first time. The PXL first polls all the modules to determine the number of each type and their addresses. The user is then asked DO
YOU WANT TO CONFIGURE THE SYSTEM NOW? Answering NO sends
the system into its normal operating mode where all new circuits
operate in default program mode.
Answering YES starts the Automatic System Configuration programming of the System. ASC leads the user through the different programming functions. The default values of all programmable features
are displayed and the user has the opportunity to change each one.
If no selection is made during the ASC routine, the screen will time
out in 20 minutes and start its normal operating mode with all functions operating in default program mode.
When a new module(s) is added to a system that is in operation, the
ASC routine will run on startup. The user will again be asked DO YOU
WANT TO CONFIGURE THE SYSTEM NOW? Answering NO sends the
system into its normal operating mode. All previous configurations
operate as before; all new modules operate in default mode.
NOTE:
The user must view every zone to insure the integrity of

zone operation. At the end of the Automatic System Configuration mode, the system automatically resets and all
program inputs are stored to memory.
CONTROL - This menu selection allows the user to bypass System

circuits or to test outputs.
DELETE MODULES - This Program selection allows the user to
confirm that modules have physically been removed from the system. When previously installed modules are no longer reporting to
the PXL, the System annunciates a Module No Response trouble
condition.
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In the Program menu, the Responding Modules option changes to

Delete Modules. When the user confirms that the modules have
been removed, the menu selection returns to Responding Modules,
and the trouble condition clears upon system reset.
HELP - The Help selection can be accessed at any time by pressing
the blue Help (?) button. The user receives detailed instructions for
the function that is currently displayed. There are 2 ways to exit the
Help screen. The user can do either of the following:
1. Press the Help (?) button again to return to the function screen.
2. Scroll through the help instructions and press DONE to return to
the function after reading all instructions.
HISTORY - This menu selection allows the user to view a record of
events in four categories:
1. Alarms and Resets
2. Supervisory Conditions
3. System Trouble
4. Zone Trouble Conditions
Thirty events can be stored in each category. Events are stored
sequentially. Once 30 events are reached, new events overwrite
previous events.
HISTORY CLEAR - This feature allows the installer to clear all
history events from the system's memory. One operation clears
history for all event types. This can be done after installation to clear
those events associated with system start-up, testing, and troubleshooting.
MAP ZONES TO RELAYS and MAP ZONES TO BELLS - Any zone
can be mapped to any relay or any bell circuit with the following rules
and exceptions:
The default map for all alarm causing zones is: all alarms map to
every bell circuit.
Bell 1 map from all alarm zones cannot be changed as required
by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
The default map for all supervisory zones is: no mapping.
Do not map supervisory zones and alarm zones to the same bell
circuit or relay.
Do not map supervisory or generic zones to non-silenceable bell
circuits.
Zone to Bell or Zone to Relay logic is 'OR' only. 'AND' logic
(cross-zoning) is not available.
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MENU - The menu selection can be accessed at any time, unless

unacknowledged alarms exist in the system. This selection gives the
user access to the Program, Test, Control, and History functions.
PROGRAM - This menu selection allows the user to program or
reconfigure the System.
To change the custom message, use the INSERT and DELETE
buttons to add or remove character spaces.
Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to move the cursor in the
message field. When the cursor is at the selected location in the
field, use the numeric keypad to add numbers and letters.
To select a specific character, press the key to which the character is assigned until the desired character displays on the screen.
Note that after all of the characters assigned to a key display, the
sequence of characters repeats if the key is repeatedly pressed.
The keys on the keypad have the following characters assigned
to them:
KEY
ASSIGNED
CHARACTERS
KEY
ASSIGNED
CHARACTERS
1
2
3
4
5
6
A, B, C, 1
D, E, F, 2
G, H, I, 3
J, K, L, 4
M, N, O, 5
P, Q, R, 6
7
8
9
0
*
#
S, T, U, 7
V, W, X, 8
Y, Z, _, 9
0
Future Use
Future Use
When the custom message field is completed, press the DONE

button.
RESPONDING MODULES - This Program selection allows the user to
review the system modules installed in, and reporting to, the PXL.
SET ALARM VERIFICATION RETARD/RESET TIMER - The selection of the Alarm Verification feature results in a delay of the system
alarm signal to the affected circuits. The total allowable delay is 60
seconds. This delay, the Alarm Verification time, is the sum of a builtin 6 second system delay and the programmed Retard/Reset time.
The Retard/Reset time can be set between 15 and 50 seconds, with
15 seconds being the programmed default. (See the definition of
Zone Types below for a further definition of the Alarm Verification
Time cycle.)
1. To select the proper Retard/Reset time, begin with the Alarm
Verification time required by the system owner or local authority.
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2. Subtract the built-in 6 second system delay. Make sure that the
result is equal to, or greater than the Detector Startup Delay from
the Table below. If not, the Alarm Verification Time must be
lengthened, or a new detector must be selected for the
installation.
3. Select the Retard/Reset time in 5 second increments from 15 to
50 which is closest to your result.
Example:
1. Alarm Verification Time required by building owner = 30 seconds

-6 seconds
2. Subtract the built-in, 6 second system delay
3. Result =
24 seconds
Select a Retard/Reset Time of 25 seconds.
NOTE: All detectors in the table below, except the PE-3/3T and PE-11/11T,
can be used for this application. The PE-3/3T and PE-11/11T Delay
Startup is longer than the Retard/Reset time and therefore would
cause the Alarm Verification time to exceed 30 seconds.
Detector
Delay Startup
(Seconds)
DI-3/3H
DI-A3/A3H
DI-B3/B3H
PBA-1191
PE-3/3T
30
PE-11/11T
50
SET BELL CODES - This is a two-step process. First, individual bell

circuits are set as STEADY, CODED, or NON-SILENCEABLE. Then,
the code is selected one time for all coded circuits.
NOTE:
If coded bells are chosen, any alarm will ring all coded bell
circuits.
NOTE:
If coded bells are chosen for alarm notification, do not

select coded bell type for any unique supervisory condition
notification or waterflow alarm.
SET COUNTRY CODE - This Program selection allows the user to

select either USA (the default selection) or Canada as the country
where PXL is installed.
If the user selects USA, the PXL operates according to NFPA/
UL guidelines. (Supervisory zones are non-latching.)
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Programming
If the user selects Canada, latching supervisory zones are

enabled and the PXL annunciates events in the order of first to
last in the LCD display. When a supervisory is initiated in a
latching supervisory zone, the LEDs on the PCM-1 and PZE-4B
blink until the supervisory is acknowledged. If the supervisory
condition is removed from the zone, the PXL must be reset to
remove the annunciation of the condition.
SET CUSTOM MESSAGES - This Program selection allows the user
to assign custom messages to the System ID, Initiating Device
Circuits, Notification Appliance Circuits, and/or programmable relays.
The messages can be up to 20 characters long.
The following screen appears on the display when the user is programming custom messages:
< INSERT
DELETE >
< LEFT
RIGHT >
< MORE
DONE >
SET GLOBAL RELAYS - This Program selection allows the user to
set any programmable relay to operate on either any alarm, any
supervisory condition, or any trouble condition. Global relays will not
change state when a Generic zone is activated.
SET NAC CUTOFF TIMER - This Program selection allows the user
to select the length of time the signaling devices will activate before
they are automatically silenced. A selection of 0 disables the cutoff
timer.
SET NAC INHIBIT TIMER - This Program selection allows the user
to select the length of time the signaling devices will activate before
they can be silenced.
SET PASSCODES - Passcodes can have from 4 to 8 characters.
Use the 12-button keypad to enter passcodes. Always make a
record of passcodes when they are set.
Installer's passcode allows access to all functions.
Owner's passcode allows limited access, as shown in Figure 23.
SET SYSTEM ID - In the normal screen, the second line of the
display can be used to identify the installation by site name. The
default is CERBERUS PYROTRONICS.
TEST - This menu selection allows the user to test various parts of
the System.
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Programming
ZONE TYPES - The PXL has the following 5 zone types.

General Alarm
Alarm Verified Zones
Generic Zones
Supervisory Zones
Reset Zone
General Alarm is the default setting for all zones. Alarm Verified
Zone and Generic Zone operation are described below.
Shorting-type input devices and smoke detectors are compatible
with all zone types.
Manual fire alarm stations and smoke detectors can be mixed on
zones where local codes allow.
On verified zones, the manual station reports alarms when
activated, without delay.
Alarm Verification
The Alarm Verification Feature provides the PXL with a way to verify
an alarm from area-type smoke detectors. This feature can be used
to reduce incidences of false alarms. Alarm verification is selected by
zone.
A detector supervised with Alarm Verification is turned off by the
System immediately after it reaches an alarm threshold. The detector
is verified for a length of time which must not exceed 60 seconds.
After power is restored to the device, and for the next 60 seconds, if
the detector once again reaches the alarm threshold the system will
report an alarm condition. If after 60 seconds the detector has not
alarmed, any detector which again reaches the alarm threshold will
restart the verification cycle. See Figure 24 for a graphic illustration
of the Alarm Verification Time cycle.
CAUTION:
Use only detectors which are subjected to air velocities of less than
100 feet per minute with Alarm Verification. Under dynamic air
velocity conditions, smoke may be swept from a smoke detector
after the initial alarm. That may cause a long delay before verification. Do not select Alarm Verification for such applications.
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Programming
TIME
Time at which the System initially recognizes an alarm

from a smoke detector.
B =
Retard/Reset Time
The time during which the System ignores the alarm
data. System default is 15 seconds plus 6 seconds for
PXL delay.
C =
The 60 seconds during which the System alarms if the

device is returning alarm data.
Figure 24
Line Graph of Alarm Verification
Generic Zone
The Generic zone is activated (or alarmed) by the output from another control panel. This output should be made with a contact
device connected across the Generic zone. When activated, it
causes the notification appliance circuits to sound and the appropriate initiating Zone LED to light. When the input is deactivated, the
NACs will silence regardless of any inhibit timer. The System alarm
contacts do not change state. Do not map Generic zones to nonsilenceable bell circuits.
Reset Zone
The Reset zone is activated by a contact device such as the Space
Age Electronics Model DM4 shorting the zone. A momentary contact
closure will cause the PXL System to reset.
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Programming
TABLE 13
PXL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
NOTE : All grayed text indicates default programming.
GENERAL ALARM
SUPERVISORY
VERIFIED ALARM
GENERIC ZONE
RESET ZONE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
MODULE
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
INITIATING DEVICE CIRCUITS
ADDRESSING
PCM
PZE
No. 1
PZE
No. 2
PZE
No. 3
PZE
No. 4
PZE
No. 5
PZE
No. 6
NOTE : All installed IDCS default

to GENERAL ALARM.
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
MARCH TIME
NON - SILENCEABLE
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
X
X
X
X
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE CIRCUITS
STEADY
TEMPORAL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
CUSTOM MESSAGES
MODULE
PPS
No. 2
PNC
No. 1
PNC
No. 2
PNC
No. 3
PNC
No. 4
MODULE
PRM
No. 1
NOTE : All installed NACS

default to STEADY.
ADDRESSING
PPS
No.1
B
B
B
B
PRM
No. 3
PRM
No. 4
PRM
No. 6
PRM
No. 7
PRM
No. 8
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
1
2
3
4
CUSTOM MESSAGES
ADDRESSING
PRM
No. 5
E
E
E
E
CUSTOM MESSAGES
PROGRAMMABLE RELAYS
PRM
No. 2
ON POWER SUPPLIES (PPS-10M)

ON BELL MODULES (PNC-2Z)
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Technical
Testing and Troubleshooting
5 TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

WALK TEST
Important
Inform the person in charge of the PXL fire alarm system that a
Walk Test is to be performed and that part or all of the fire detection system will be disabled. It is also advisable (or may be
required) to notify the fire department of the test.
Use the Walk Test feature to test the entire fire alarm system in
either of the following two ways:
1. When an initiating device is activated, the system notification
appliances sound steady and the appropriate zone LED turns on
for 2 seconds.
or
2. When an initiating device is activated, only the appropriate zone
LED turns on for 2 seconds. Notification appliances are not
turned on.
Note: Devices tested on supervisory zones will annunciate
twice. The first time is when the device is moved to the
off-normal state. The second time is when the device is
restored to normal.
The PXL automatically exits the Walk Test mode if there is no activity
on the system for 20 minutes.
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SYSTEM TEST
Important:
If the System is connected to the Fire Department, or activates an
external System (for example, a leased line connection), disarm
the related outputs before servicing to prevent activation. Notify
persons in the facility that you are conducting a System test so that
they can ignore any alarms that sound during testing. Be sure to
reset the System at the end of the inspection.
To ensure maximum safety, follow the procedure described below.
To ensure proper and reliable operation, we recommend the following inspection and testing schedule:
Every Six Months

1. Check the sensitivity of each detector using the appropriate
CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM sensitivity tester (where
applicable).
2. If the PARTIAL SYSTEM DISABLE LED is lit, check that all
appropriate detectors are armed.
3. Activate a detector or alarm-initiating device. To test for Go/No
Go operation, use CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM Test Gas
P/N 315-282747, following the instructions on the label. Check
that the detector LED lights and that the proper indication is given
at the Control Panel.
4. Verify that an alarm can be acknowledged and that the System can
be silenced and reset (See Acknowledge Alarms on page 37).
5. Verify the time and date setting of the System clock (See Set
System Clock in Figures 22 and 23).
Every Year
1. Check that the System operates in accordance with
specifications.
2. Perform any other applicable tests required by national or local
fire codes.
FUSE REPLACEMENT IN THE PXL SYSTEM

The fuses are located on the PPS-10M Power Supply module (See
Figure 4, page 10). Fuse ratings are shown in Table 14.
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TABLE 14
PXL FUSE REPLACEMENT
FUSE
DESCRIPTION
F1
F2
F3
F4
XFORM SEC
BATTERY
AUX POWER
+24 VDC
VALUE
20.0A, 250V, Normal Blow
TROUBLESHOOTING
A System trouble condition may result from any of the following
conditions.
PCM-1:
1. The power/data cable from JP2 of the PPS-10M (power supply)
to JP7 of the PCM-1 is not connected or loose.
2. EOL device(s) not connected.
PPS-10M:
1. Power/data cable from JP2 of the PPS-10M (power supply) to
JP7 of the PCM-1 not connected or loose.
PRM-4:
2. Power/data cable not connected or loose.
PNC-2Z:
PZE-4B:
2. EOL device(s) not connected or loose.
LED-3/-4:
2. Polling LED not pulsing.
RSA-DRIV:
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TROUBLE MESSAGES
Trouble Message Text
Condition
Possible Cause
System powers up normally but

nothing shows on LCD display
Contrast not adjusted properly
AC POWER FAULT
AC power off/low
BELL XX
NAC trouble
NAC open
NAC shorted
BELL XX BYPASSED
NAC bypassed
NAC bypassed
GROUND FAULT
Ground fault
+24 shorted to earth ground

-V shorted to earth ground
F+, R+, R-, F- of an NAC shorted
to earth ground
IDC+ or IDC- of an IDC zone
shorted to earth ground
INCORRECT PZE PIC
Firmware error for CANADA

country selection
PCM-1 and/or PZE-4B module has Rev. 1.0

firmware. Upgrade to Rev. 3.x or higher
LED MOD X MULTI/UNKN
LED-3/4 not responding and ASC

routine will not run
Two or more LED-3/4s installed with same

dipswitch address
LED-3/4 MOD X NO
RESPONSE
LED-3/4 not responding
Module removed from system*

Module failed
Module address changed
LED-3/4 MOD X NOT SPECD
LED-3/4 responding but not in

configuration
LED module added but system not

reconfigured
LED module address changed
MULTI RESP LED-3/4 MOD X
Multiple Response at LED-3/4

address
Two LED modules set to same address

LED set to address out of range
MULTI RESP PCM MOD O
Multiple Response at PCM

address
Module failed
MULTI RESP PNC MOD X
Multiple Response at PNC

address
Two PNC modules set to same address

PNC set to address out of range
MULTI RESP PPS MOD X
Multiple Response at PPS

address
Two PPS modules set to same address

PPS set to address out of range
MULTI RESP PRM MOD X
Multiple Response at PRM

address
Two PRM modules set to same address

PRM set to address out of range
MULTI RESP PZE MOD X
Multiple Response at PZE

address
Two PZE modules set to same address

PZE set to address out of range
MULTI RESP RSA MOD X
Multiple Response at RSA

address
Two RSA modules set to same address

RSA set to address out of range
Loss of AC mains
AC brownout
Blown secondary fuse
Open transformer primary/secondary
* Modules purposely removed from the system may be removed from the configuration using
the "Delete Module Option" in the Program menu.
X = Module number
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TROUBLE MESSAGES (Cont.)

Condition
Possible Cause
PCM MOD O WATCHDOG
PCM module watchdog
Module locked up; reset the panel
PNC MOD X MULTI/UNKN
PNC not responding and ASC

Two or more PNC modules installed with

same dipswitch address
PNC MOD X NO RESPONSE
PNC not responding

Module failed
PNC MOD X NOT SPECD
PNC responding but not in

configuration
PNC module added but system not

reconfigured
PNC module address changed
PNC MOD X WATCHDOG
PNC module watchdog
PNC MOD X COMM ERR
PNC communication error
Data transmission failure

Module failed
PPS MOD X COMM ERR
PPS communication error

Module failed
PPS MOD X NO RESPONSE
PPS not responding

Module failed
PPS MOD X NOT SPECD
PPS responding but not in

configuration
PPS module added but system not

reconfigured
PPS module address changed
PPS MOD X WATCHDOG
PPS module watchdog
PPS1 AUX PWR FAULT
Auxiliary power trouble on first

PPS-10M in PXL System
Aux power fuse blown
PPS1 BATTERY FAULT
Battery trouble on first PPS-10M in

PXL System
PPS2 AUX PWR FAULT
Auxiliary power trouble on second

Aux power fuse blown
PPS2 BATTERY FAULT
Battery trouble on second

PRM MOD X COMM ERR
PRM communication error

Module failed
PRM MOD X MULTI/UNKN
PRM not responding and ASC

Two or more PRM modules installed with

same dipswitch address
Battery missing/not connected

Battery high
Battery low
Battery fuse blown
Battery connected backwards
Battery missing/not connected

Battery high
Battery low
Battery fuse blown
Battery connected backwards
* Modules purposely removed from the system may be removed from the configuration using
X = Module number
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TROUBLE MESSAGES (Cont.)

Condition
Possible Cause
PRM MOD X NO RESPONSE
PRM not responding

Module failed
PRM MOD X NOT SPECD
PRM responding but not in

configuration
PRM module added but system

not reconfigured
PRM module address changed
PRM MOD X WATCHDOG
PRM module watchdog
PZE MOD X MULTI/UNKN
PZE not responding and ASC

Two or more PZEs installed with same

dipswitch address
PZE MOD X NOT SPECD
PZE responding but not in

configuration
PZE module added but system

not reconfigured
PZE module address changed
PZE MOD X WATCHDOG
PZE module watchdog
PZE NEEDS NEW

FIRMWARE
Firmware error for CANADA

country selection occurs during
reset
PCM-1 and/or PZE-4B module has Rev.

1.0 firmware. Upgrade to Rev. 3.x or
higher
RELAY XX BYPASSED
Relay bypassed
Relay bypassed
RSA MOD X MULTI/UNKN
RSA not responding and ASC

Two or more RSAs installed with same

dipswitch address
RSA MOD X NO RESPONSE
RSA not responding

Module failed
RSA MOD X NOT SPECD
RSA responding but not in

configuration
RSA module added but system

not reconfigured
RSA module address changed
SYSTEM WATCHDOG
System watchdog
Panel locked up; reset the panel
ZONE X COMM ERR
PCM/PZE communication error

Module failed
ZONE XX
IDC zone trouble
IDC zone open
ZONE XX BYPASSED
IDC zone bypassed
IDC zone bypassed
ZONE XX NO RESPONSE
PCM/PZE not responding

Module failed
*Modules purposely removed from the system may be removed from the configuration using
X = Module number
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Appendix A
APPENDIX A
Programming Worksheets
The following worksheets can help you in programming initiating
devices, notification appliance circuits, programmable relays, and
system mapping for the PXL. Complete the worksheets before you
start to enter data into the program configuration. When you have
completed programming the PXL, transfer to final configuration data
to Table 13 for permanent reference.
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Appendix A
NOTE : All grayed text indicates default programming.

GENERAL ALARM
SUPERVISORY
VERIFIED ALARM
GENERIC ZONE
RESET ZONE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
MODULE
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
INITIATING DEVICE CIRCUITS
ADDRESSING
PCM
X
X
X
X
PZE
No. 1
PZE
No. 2
PZE
No. 3
PZE
No. 4
PZE
No. 5
PZE
No. 6
NOTE : All installed IDCS default

to GENERAL ALARM.
CUSTOM MESSAGES
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
Z
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
B
B
B
B
E
E
E
E
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
1
2
3
4
60
NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE CIRCUITS
STEADY
TEMPORAL
MARCH TIME
NON - SILENCEABLE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
X
X
X
X
Appendix A
MODULE
ADDRESSING
PPS
No.1
PPS
No. 2
PNC
No. 1
PNC
No. 2
PNC
No. 3
PNC
No. 4
ON POWER SUPPLIES (PPS-10M)

ON BELL MODULES (PNC-2Z)
NOTE : All installed NACS

default to STEADY.
B
B
B
B
E
E
E
E
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
CUSTOM MESSAGES
1
2
3
4
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MODULE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
PRM
No. 1
PROGRAMMABLE RELAYS
CUSTOM MESSAGES
ADDRESSING
PRM
No. 3
PRM
No. 4
PRM
No. 6
PRM
No. 7
PRM
No. 2
PRM
No. 5
PRM
No. 8
Appendix A
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Appendix A
63
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Appendix A
Appendix B
APPENDIX B
Module Power Calculations
and
Electrical Requirements for
Battery Calculations
MODULE POWER CALCULATIONS
Module Type
PCM-1 Module
0.093A
+24 VDC
Regulated Current
0.093A
PZE-4B Module(s)
Number of modules
________ x 0.031A =
______A
PNC-2Z Module(s)
Number of modules
________ x 0.036A =
______A
PRM-4 Module(s)
Number of modules
________ x 0.060A
______A
LED-3/4 Module(s)
Number of modules
________ x 0.042A
______A
RSA Module(s)
RSA-16R / RSA-16B = 220ma
RSA-16RTL / RSA-16BTL = 450mA
RSA-16RSC / RSA-16BSC = 450mA
Number of modules
________ x ________A =
4 IDC Zones in Alarm
0.720A
Total Current
(Must be 1.8A or less per PPS-10M power supply)
______A
0.720A
______A
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Appendix B
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BATTERY CALCULATIONS

Standby
Current
Alarm
Current
PCM-1 Module
0.147A
0.147A
PPS-10M Module
0.088A
0.118A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
0A
0.72A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
0A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
______A
LED-3/4 Module(s)
Number of modules
________ x 0.009A (Standby) =
________ x 0.042A (Alarm) =
______A
______A
RSA Module(s)
Number of modules
________ x 0.02A (Standby) =
________ x 0.02A + 0.013 per LED (Alarm) =
______A
______A
______A
______A
PZE-4B Module(s)
Standby Current 0.039A

Alarm Current 0.039A
Number of modules x current

________ x 0.039A =
PNC-2Z Module(s)


________ x 0.012A =
PRM-4 Module(s)


________ x 0.007A (Standby) =
________ x 0.067A (Alarm) =
IDC Current:
Alarm Current = .180/zone
4 x .180 = 0.72A
NAC/Aux Port Current:
Aux
________
NAC 1
________
NAC 2
________
NAC 3
________
NAC 4
________
NAC 5
________
NAC 6
________
NAC 7
________
NAC 8
________
NAC 9
________
NAC 10 ________
NAC 11 ________
NAC 12 ________
NAC 13 ________
NAC 14 ________
NAC 15 ________
NAC 16 ________
Current <=2.0A per NAC

<=1.0A Aux
(Max 10A)
Total
Total Standby Current
___________
x
Total Alarm Current
___________
Standby Hours (24, 48, or 60)

__________________
=
Standby A-H Current

______________A-H
A-H Multiplier Factor (5 Min.)

0.084
=
Alarm A-H Current

______________A-H
Total A-H
Total A-H x Batterycharging Factor
_________ x 1.35 = Minimum A-H Battery Size
<= means less than or equal to
66
______________A-H
_________________
NOTES:
1. A PXL System
reporting to a
Central Station
requires 24 hour
battery back up.
2. A PXL System
reporting as a
Remote Station
system requires 60
hour battery back up.
Appendix C
APPENDIX C
Configuring and Programming the PXL
Fire Alarm System for Use in Canada
Module Configuration
The following restrictions on firmware revisions apply:
PCM-1 module must include PXL Revision 3.0 or higher firmware and PCM/PZE Revision 3.0 or higher firmware.
PZE-4B modules must include PCM/PZE Revision 3.0 or higher
firmware.
PPS-10M modules must include PPS Revision 2.0 or higher
firmware.
LED-3/-4 annunciators must include revision 2.0 or higher
firmware.
There are no restrictions on firmware revisions for the following:
PNC-2Z modules
PRM-4 modules
RSA series annunciators
Programming the PXL

Whether programming the System from the Automatic System
Configuration routine or in the Program Mode accessible from the
Main Menu, the Country Code must be set for Canada. This will
cause the first alarm, supervisory, or trouble condition to be continuously reported on the Liquid Crystal Display. Subsequent alarms will
be stored in a queue and can be accessed through the review screen.
The Canada Country Code selection will also cause supervisory
conditions to latch until System reset. All other programming options
follow the instructions in Section 4 (Programming) of this manual.
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Appendix C
AUTOMATIC BATTERY DISCONNECT

Canadian systems require automatic battery disconnect. In order to select this option, set
Switch 5 on S1 of the PPS-10M to the ON position. Connect the battery to the PPS-10M
through the supervisory relay.
Connect the NO contact to Battery+ terminal and Common to Bat+ terminal of the PPS-10M.
Connect Battery- terminal to Bat- of the PPS-10M.
If a supervisory relay is required, use a PRM-4 and configure the relay as a global supervisory.
Figure 25
PPS-10M Wiring for Canadian Automatic Battery Disconnect
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Appendix D
APPENDIX D
Silent Knight Model 5128/5129 Digital Fire
Communicator Connected to the PXL
Control Panel Reporting PXL Control Panel
Conditions to a Central Station or PXL as a
Remote Surpevising Station Fire Alarm
System
OPERATION
The PXL reports system conditions using the Silent Knight Model
5128/5129, a four channel digital communicator that reports alarm,
trouble, supervisory, and miscellaneous status. When used with the
PXL, the Silent Knight Model 5128/5129 uses the alarm, trouble, and
supervisory channels. The miscellaneous status channel may be
used to annunciate conditions other than fire.
INSTALLATION
Remove all system power before installation, first battery and
then AC. (To power up, connect the AC first and then the battery.)
Mounting
Silent Knight Model 5128
Mount the Silent Knight Model 5128 within the PXL enclosure as
shown in Figure 26. When mounting the unit in either the PSE-1 or
PSE-2 enclosure, place the Silent Knight Model 5128 between the
knockouts on the top of the right-hand side of the panel. Alternate
mounting for the Silent Knight 5128 may include double-sided tape,
velcro, or snaptrack.
Silent Knight Model 5129

The Silent Knight Model 5129 must be mounted outside of the PXL
enclosure and within 20 feet of it. All electrical wiring must be in metal
conduit.
69
Appendix D
Figure 26
Mounting the Silent Knight Model 5128 in a PXL Enclosure
Electrical
The PXL Control Panel connects to the Silent Knight Model 5128/5129
Digital Fire Communicator using the Alarm, Trouble, and Supervisory dry
contacts on the PXL Main Board.
In NFPA 72 Central Station connections, AC fail reporting is delayed.
The delay is typically 6 hours. Only the reporting of the trouble is delayed.
In NFPA 72 Remote Station connections, provide 60 hour back up
battery capacity.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Supervisory: 84mA, 18-40 VDC
Alarm: 154mA, 18-40 VDC
70
Appendix D
NOTES:
1. Four EOLRs (P/N 140-820388) are not
provided. These 4.7K, 1/2W, 5% EOLRs
are needed for full installation.
2. For Remote Station, provide 60 hour back
up battery capacity.
Figure 27
PXL to Silent Knight Model 5128/5129 Wiring Diagram
71
Appendix D
PROGRAMMING
The Silent Knight Model 5230 LCD Keypad Programmer can be connected temporarily to Pin
P4 on the Silent Knight 5128 Main Board (See Figure 27) for on-site programming or troubleshooting of the communicator. English language messages assist in entering data, changing
the 24-hour test time, and describing conditions currently in effect.
Table 15 lists the recommended program for the Silent Knight 5128/5129 Digital Fire Communicator. Before you begin programming, read the Step Programming Form in the Silent
Knight Model 5128/5129 Fire Slave Communicator Installation Manual, August, 1994, P/N
150805, provided with the Silent Knight 5128/5129.
Table 15
Silent Knight Model 5128/5129 Programming Table
Step
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Option Name
ZONE ACTIVE
ZONE SUPERVISED
ALARM CHANNEL INPUT
TROUBLE CHANNEL INPUT
SUPERVISORY CHANNEL
ZONE RESPONSE 1
ZONE RESPONSE 2
ZONE RESPONSE 3
ZONE RESPONSE 4
RELAY 1
INSTALLERS CODE
OPERATORS CODE
DIALER TYPE
COMPUTER ENABLE
TOUCHTONE LINE 1
TOUCHTONE LINE 2
MUST REPORT 1
MUST REPORT 2
AC MONITORING
AC LOSS HOURS
Select
0
yes
0
0
0
0
SKIP See Note 2
0
0
1
0
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
2
See Note 4
Step
No.
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
Option Name
RINGS
3/1 ALARM CODE
3/1 TROUBLE CODE
3/1 RESTORE CODE
3/1 TEST CODE
ALARM 1 FIRST
TROUBLE 1 FIRST
TEST 1 FIRST
ACCOUNT 1
ATTEMPTS 1
FORMAT 1
PHONE 1
ACCOUNT 2
ATTEMPTS 2
FORMAT 2
PHONE 2
COMPUTER ACCOUNT
COMPUTER PHONE
TEST TIME
CURRENT TIME
Select
SKIP See Note 2
yes
yes
yes
3
3
SKIP See Note 2
SKIP See Note 2
NOTES:
1.
2.
3.
4.
If the selection is left blank, the user must fill in the proper information.
Skip = No selection is required.
After each selection is made, press the ENTER key to proceed to the next step.
a. If the Silent Knight Model 5129 Digital Fire Communicator is used and independant
AC Fail is to be reported, enter a number from 6 to 15 hours; otherwise, enter 0.
Six hours is required for Central Station; 15 hours is required for Remote Sation.
b. If the Silent Knight Model 5128 Digital Fire Communicator is used, enter 0 hours.
5. The PXL must be programmed to delay the trouble relay on AC fail. Follow the steps
below:
a. Enter the Program mode.
b. From the Set Timers menu, select Set AC Fail Relay Delay to 6 hours for Central
Station applications or 15 hours for Remote Station applications.
72
Appendix E
APPENDIX E
Wiring In An Expanded System
(PSE-2 Enclosure)
PZE-4B
JP1
MOUNTED ON
FIRST PMK-1
BRACKET
JP1
JP2
1
JP7
1
JP7 JP6
11
JP6
1
PCM-1
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
PPS-10M
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
JP2
PZE-4B
PZE-4B
JP1
1
MOUNTED ON
SECOND PMK-1
BRACKET
JP2
JP1
CABLE P/N
555-194066
(Provided with
the modules)
JP7
1
JP7
1
JP6
1
JP1
1
JP7
1
JP6
1
JP2
1
JP6
1
JP1
JP2
1
JP7
1
15" CABLE FROM

PCK-1 KIT (P/N 500-695066)
WITH RED CONDUCTORS
CUT AND REMOVED
JP6
1
= Components are
underneath the board
PZE-4B
PZE-4B
PPS-10M
JP1
1
JP2
1
JP1
1
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
PTX-12
TRANSFORMER
11
JP1
PTX-12
TRANSFORMER
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
JP2
JP2
JP2
JP2
1
JP1
1
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
1
JP1
JP2
JP2
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
JP2
1
JP1
1
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
1
JP1
JP2
JP2
1
15" CABLE FROM

PCK-1 KIT (P/N 500-695066)
WITH ALL CONDUCTORS
NOTES:
1. When connecting two
PPS-10M power
supplies, the 15" cable
from the PCK-1 kit, P/N
500-695066, must have
the red wires cut and
removed.
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
1
JP1
JP2
MOUNTED
ON PMK-2
BRACKET
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
PNC-2Z
or
PRM-4
2. When two PPS-10M

power supplies are
used in a PXL System,
cut jumper JP3 on the
second PPS-10M.
3. When two PPS-10M
power supplies are
used in a PXL System,
TB5 on the second
PPS-10M is disabled.
Figure 28
Cabling Connections in a PSE-2 Enclosure with Full Module Capacity
(Batteries Removed to BB-55/-55R)
73
Appendix E
PZE-4B
JP1
MOUNTED ON
FIRST PMK-1
BRACKET
JP2
JP1
1
JP1
JP2
1
JP7
1
JP7 JP6
11
JP6
1
PCM-1
PRM-4
PPS-10M
PZE-4B
11
JP1
JP2
JP2
PRM-4
JP2
JP1
11
JP2
JP2
MOUNTED ON
SECOND PMK-1
BRACKET
PZE-4B
JP1
JP2
JP2
JP7
1
JP6
1
15" CABLE FROM

PCK-1 KIT (P/N 500-695066)
WITH ALL CONDUCTORS
JP1
JP7
1
JP1
11
JP1
1
JP2
1
JP1
JP2
1
JP2
JP2
JP6
1
JP7
1
JP6
1
JP7
1
JP6
1
= Components are
underneath the board
PZE-4B
PRM-4
PRM-4
PRM-4
PRM-4
PRM-4
PRM-4
+
PTX-12
TRANSFORMER
PZE-4B
BP-61
15AH BATTERY
Figure 29
Cabling Connections in a PSE-2 Enclosure with Full Zone and Relay Capacity
74
NOTES:
1. All wiring must comply with local and national codes.
2. Make no wiring connections while the System is powered.
3. Relay Contacts are shown de-energized. Suitable for resistive load only.
4. Refer to the PXL Operation, Installation, and Maintenance Manual, P/N 315-094131, for
further details.
5. No T-Tapping allowed.
6. Connect standby batteries only to terminals BAT+ and BAT-. The batteries may be installed in
either the bottom of the cabinet or in a UL listed battery enclosure.
7. In all cases the Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. model number is the compatibility identifier, including the control panel, module(s), and all compatible initiating devices.
8. All power limited wiring requires separation from non-power limited wiring. Refer to the PSE-1
Installation and Power Limited Wiring Instructions, P/N 315-094154.
9. Combination of NAC power and AUX power can be no greater than 10A.
10. Use up to 65AH lead-acid battery only. Battery charging current is 2A max.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
Canadian systems require automatic battery disconnect. Refer to Appendix C of the PXL Operation, Installation, and Maintenance Manual, P/N 315-094131, for wiring information.
Up to 8 LED-3/-4 modules may be connected to the serial bus (TB5). For further information,
refer to the LED-3/-4 Installation Instructions, P/N 315-093066. Up to 4 (6) RSA-16/RSA-DRIVs
may be connected to the serial bus (TB5). Refer to the RSA-16 or RSA-DRIV Installation Instructions, P/N 315-096035 or P/N 315-095898, as applicable. When 2 PPS-10M modules are
used, connect all RSA/LED modules to the first PPS-10M.
When initiating circuits are configured as supervisory type zones, only shorting devices may be
used.
When 2 PPS-10M power supplies are used, cut jumper JP3 on the second PPS-10M.
When 2 PPS-10M power supplies are used, the serial bus, TB5, on the second PPS-10M is
disabled.
Generic and Supervisory zones must use shorting devices only.
For a list of Compatible Notification Appliances, refer to P/N 315-096363.
When connecting between two PPS-10Ms, cut and remove the red wires from the 15" cable in the
PCK-1 kit (P/N 500-695066).
CERBERUS PYROTRONICSTM
System PXL
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Listed as a coded/noncoded local fire alarm control unit for automatic or

manual service, for sprinkler supervisory service, and for waterflow
service in accordance with NFPA 72 Local. Also approved as an NFPA 72
Central Station Protective Premises Control Unit and as an NFPA 72
Remote Station Control Unit.
COMPATIBLE DETECTORS*
Quantity
per
Loop
Detector
Installation
Instructions
Part No.
Base
DI-3/3H
30
DB-3S
315-081943-16
DI-A3/A3H
30
DB-3S
315-081943-16
DI-B3/B3H
30
AD-3I
315-093234-5
DT-11
30
DB-11
DB-3S with DB-ADPT
315-095429-2
315-095429-2
PBA-1191***
PBB-1191
315-095424-3
PE-3
30
DB-3S
AD-3ILP
315-081943-16
315-093234-5
PE-11/11T
30
DB-11
DB-3S with DB-ADPT
AD-11P/11PR
315-094198-7
315-094198-7
315-095659-6
*
**
***
When a zone is in alarm, each IDC can operate the following:

one ionization or photoelectric type smoke detector, or one PBA-1191 linear
beam smoke detector
one relay base, or audible base, or remote alarm lamp
When determining quantity of shorting devices, use sound engineering judgement.
Do not mix the PBA-1191 beam detector and any other device on the same zone.
The PBA-1191 can only be connected as Class B.
NOTE: In all cases the Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. model number is the
compatibility identifier.
ELECTRICAL RATINGS
Supervisory
Alarm
PCM-1 (IDC)
20.0-26.4 VDC
8.5mA max
20.0-26.4 VDC
180mA max
PZE-4B (IDC)
Class B
20.0-26.4 VDC
8.5mA max
20.0-26.4 VDC
180mA max
PNC-2Z (NAC)
24 VDC Nominal
2.4mA max
24 VDC Nominal
2A max
PPS-10M (NAC)
24 VDC Nominal
2.4mA max
24 VDC Nominal
2A max
30 VDC / 120 VAC

5A max resistive
30 VDC / 120 VAC

5A max resistive
PPS-10M (Relays)
400mA, 24V
400mA, 24V
30 VDC / 120 VAC

5A max resistive
30 VDC / 120 VAC

5A max resistive
LED-3/-4
24 VDC
10mA max
24 VDC
10mA + 2mA
per LED max
RSA-16
24 VDC
20mA max
24 VDC
20mA + 13mA
per LED max
PPS-10M (Serial Bus)

PRM-4
PXL FUSE REPLACEMENT

FUSE
DESCRIPTION
F1
F2
F3
F4
XFORM SEC
BATTERY
AUX POWER
+24 VDC
VALUE

8 Fernwood Road

2 Kenview Boulevard
P/N 575-295093-5
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A computing device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which
case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.

8 Fernwood Road
P/N 315-094131-5

2 Kenview Boulevard

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PXL CONVENTIONAL FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.

Siemens Building Technologies, Ltd.

1. Earth ground the PXL enclosure

refer to the Power Limited Wiring

CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Technical Manuals Online! - http://www.tech-man.com

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

Components of the Basic PXL System ..................................................................... 1

2 Installing the PXL Control Panel ..................................................... 5

STEP 1Install the PSE-1 .......................................................................................... 7

3 Operating the PXL Control Panel .................................................. 35

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

4 Programming the PXL Control Panel ........................................... 39

Firmware Revisions .................................................................................................. 39

SYSTEM STARTUP ............................................................................................40

System Programming and Testing .......................................................................... 41

Set AC Fail Signal Delay ........................................................................................... 43

5 Testing and Troubleshooting ........................................................ 53

Every Six Months ...................................................................................................... 54

FUSE REPLACEMENT IN THE PXL SYSTEM ..................................................54

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

Basic PXL System ............................................................................................. 2

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

Mounting the Silent Knight Model 5128 in a PXL Enclosure ........................... 70

Setting the Address on the PPS-10M ................................................................ 9

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

1 The PXL Control Panel

Components of the Basic PXL System

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

Components of the Expanded PXL System

Both the Auxiliary current and the NAC current together

RSA-DRIV/RSA-16 Remote System annunciators and control

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

2 Installing the PXL Control Panel

Read this section completely before installing the equipment to

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR PXL INSTALLATION

Install the PSE-1 enclosure.

Pull the field wiring into the PXL enclosure.

Install the PPS-10M power supply module.

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

Install any optional PRM-4 relay modules.

Install any optional PNC-2Z Notification Appliance Circuit

Install power/data interconnect cable between modules on lower

Install the PCM-1 Main Control module.

Plug in the power/data interconnect cable from the PPS-10M

Install any optional PZE-4B zone expander modules.

10. Install the PMK-1 module bracket in the PSE-1 enclosure.

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

STEP 1Install the PSE-1

To Install the PSE-1 Enclosure

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

PXL Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel

STEP 2Pull Field Wiring

NOTE: Install the System modules on the PMK-1 Bracket

STEP 3Install the PPS-10M

The PPS-10M must be installed before mounting and wiring

Setting the Address

X = SWITCH CLOSED OR ON, O = SWITCH OPEN OR OFF

NOTE: To open a dipswitch, press down on the side of the dipswitch