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Programming Methods

PROGRAMMING METHODS

The 748 & 748 EXPRESS Control Panels can be programmed using either the keypad or the

Espload Software. We highly recommend programming the control panels using the Espload

Software, as it simplifies the process and reduces the potential of data entry errors. You can also program the control panels manually by using a keypad.

4.1

Espload Software

With the Espload Software, you can program the 748 family of control panels remotely via modem or locally using an ADP-1 adapter. The advanced Espload software can execute fast uploads or downloads and provides many powerful features. These include a comprehensive

"monitoring" mode to oversee all panel activity, a "scheduler" to initiate pre-programmed tasks at set intervals, and a "batch" mode to carry out pre-programmed tasks following a call from the control panel. Using Espload there is no limit to the number of account files or panel defaults created and you can assign thousands of programming combinations to the PGM outputs. Espload can also be converted to the language of your choice. Contact your local Paradox Distributor for your

FREE copy of the Espload software.

4.2

Keypad

When programming, use the supplied " Programming Guide " to keep track of which addresses were programmed and how. Before you begin programming the control panel, we recommend you read sections 5 through 11 of this manual in order to acquire a good understanding of the control panel and its many features. When programming with the keypad, certain addresses are programmed using different methods. These methods are described in detail below. Each section in this manual will reference the appropriate programming method.

4.2.1 Hexa Programming

Addresses 000 to 043 and 300 to 527 are programmed using the Hexa

Programming method. In this mode, you can enter any hexa-digit from 0-F where keys [1] to [9] represent digits 1 to 9 respectively; the other keys represent hexa-digits A to F as shown in figure 22. To program using the

Hexa Programming method:

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Programming Methods

1) Press [

ENTER

] + Installer Code

2) The [

ENTER

] key will flash indicating you are in programming mode

3) Enter the desired 3-digit address

4) The keypad will display the 2-digit data currently saved at this address as described in figure 23

5) Enter 2-digit data ; after entering data you do not need to press enter, the software will automatically save the data into the selected address

6) Return to step 2 to continue programming or press [

CLEAR

] to exit programming mode

4.2.2 Hexa Streamlined Section Programming

This is an alternate method to Hexa Programming. The addresses (000-043 and 300-527) programmed in the Hexa Programming method are grouped into 67 sections where each section contains four addresses (i.e. section 00 = addresses 000-003). Using this method allows you to program 8 digits (4 addresses) without having to exit and re-enter addresses.

When entering the final digit, the software will automatically advance to the next section.

Example: If you complete the "Programming Guide" with the desired data, you can program the 68 sections by entering all digits without pressing [

ENTER

] or entering any other addresses. This greatly reduces programming time.

Note: the keypad will not display the current data in the Hexa Streamlined Programming method. To program using the Hexa Streamlined Section method:

1) Press [ ENTER ] + Installer code + [7]

2) The [

ENTER

] and [2

ND

] keys will flash to indicate you are in streamlined programming mode

3) Enter 2-digit section (00-67)

4) The [

ENTER

] key will remain on and the [2

ND

] key will turn off

5) Enter 8-digit data to program the section

6) The keypad will "beep" to indicate that the section has been programmed, data is saved and the software has advanced to the next section

7) Return to step 4 to continue programming or press [ CLEAR ] to exit programming mode

4.2.3 Decimal Programming

Addresses 044 to 061 are programmed using the Decimal Programming method. Values entered must contain three digits from 000 to 255 (where the [10] key = 0). To program using the Decimal Programming method:

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Programming Methods

1) Press [

ENTER

] + Installer Code

2) The [

ENTER

] key will flash to indicate you are in programming mode

3) Enter 3-digit address (044-061)

4) The keypad will now display the current

3-digit data currently saved at this address as described in figure 24

5) Enter 3-digit data (decimal) value; after entering data you do not need to press

[

ENTER

], the software will automatically save the data into the selected address

6) Return to step 2 to continue programming or press [

CLEAR

] to exit programming mode

4.2.4 Feature Select Programming

Addresses 062 to 126 are programmed using the Feature Select Programming method. In this method, every key in each address on the keypad represents an option or feature.

Pressing a key will display it on the keypad and pressing it again will extinguish the key. The

On/Off status of each key determines the selected feature. To program using the Feature

Select Programming method:

1) Press [

ENTER

] + Installer Code

2) The [ ENTER ] key will flash to indicate you are in programming mode

3) Enter 3-digit address (062-126)

4) After entering the address, the keypad will display the feature selection status. The

On/Off status of the keys determines the selected features as described in the

" Programming Guide " and in the appropriate sections of this manual. Turn the keys

On/Off by pressing the appropriate key until the desired options are set. Then press the

[

ENTER

] key to accept, there will be a confirmation "beep" indicating the options have been accepted. The [

ENTER

] key will flash to indicate that the software is awaiting the next address entry

5) Return to step 3 to continue programming or press [ CLEAR ] to exit programming mode

4.2.5 Key Access Programming

This method allows for quick programming of features without entering addresses or section numbers. The following features are programmed using the installer code as well as the master and user 1 codes.

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Installer Test Mode: see section 10.9

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Auto Arm Time: see section 8.1.1

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Answer Espload: see section 5.6

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Call Espload: see section 5.5

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Cancel Communication: see section 5.7

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Manual Test Report: see section 6.8

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Panel Time: see section 10.5

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