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1. 32 Save your file 33 Select your computer s modem 34 Write Download Configuration to AlphaMax 35 Ring Bypass Feature 36 Software Menu Chart 38 NOTES gt The AlphaMax 82 A must be configured over a phone line through a central office because the AlphaMax modem must receive a ring signal to be activated Two phone lines are required if the configuration is done on site one for the AlphaMax and one for a DOS based PC running T Alpha NOTES gt The AlphaMax 82S may be configured over a phone line as described above or it can also be configured directly through the craft port 19 Chapter 3 Software Setup T AlphaW Software T AlphaW software is used to configure the AlphaMax T AlphaW may also be used to monitor alarm and control point status and to operate control relays NOEL T AlphaW software runs under Windows 95 98 or NT Tconfig Your T AlphaW program and files will normally be located in a directory named Program Files Tconfig AlphaMax You can specify a different directory when you install T AlphaW All other DPS configuration programs and files will also be located in the Tconfig or your specified directory Table A Configuration Procedure Step Action Page 1 Install T AlphaW 22 2 Start T AlphaW 23 3 Site 24 Define anew Pager
2. 8 AlphaMax 82S model 247 10 AlphaMax 82A with optional single connector block 12 AlphaMax 82A with optional UPS connector block 14 AlphaMax 82A with panel mounted wire wrap block 16 Chapter 3 Software Setup 19 T AlphaW Software 20 Tconfig 20 Configuration Data FillIn 21 Install T AlphaW 22 Start T AlphaW 23 Define a New Device 24 Edit an Existing Device 25 Pagers 26 Alarms 2 Relays 28 Advanced Site Definition 29 Advanced Pagers 30 Advanced Alarms 31 Advanced Relays 32 Save your file 33 Select your computer s modem 34 Write Download Configuration to AlphaMax 35 Ring Bypass Feature 36 Software Menu Chart 38 iii Table of Contents Chapter 4 Checkout 39 Connect 40 Test Alarms 41 Test Controls
3. 42 Test Pager 43 Pager Test Feature 44 Chapter 5 Operation 45 AlphaNumeric Pager 46 Numeric Pager 47 ASCII Terminal 48 DTMF Direct Dial In 49 Advanced Monitor Mode 50 Advanced LED Display Status 51 Advanced ASCII Through Port Access 82S 52 Advanced Flow Chart 53 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction 55 How to Obtain Technical Support After Hours 56 Checklist 57 Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions 61 Chapter 8 Specifications 65 Features 66 AlphaMax Description 67 UPS Connector Block Description 69 Technical Description 70 AlphaMax Functional Schematic 71 AlphaMax 82A Specifications 72 AlphaMax 82S Specifications 73 UPS Connector Block Specifications 74 AlphaMax Part Numbers 75 Accessory Part Numbers 76 Index 77 Chapter 1 Overview Chapter
4. 1 2 Advanced Use only to define a derived control point Control point activated by an alarm or combination of alarm conditions See Fig 22 21 Chapter 3 Software Setup Install T AlphaW 1 Place the T AlphaW disk in the A drive 2 Click the Start button 3 Click Run TA Fig 9 Install T AlphaW software from your Windows desktop 4 Type ANAMAX in the run box that appears 5 A window titled Win Zip Self Extractor AMAX EXE will appear Click on the setup button in this window 6 The Installshield wizard will run Follow the instructions on the screen 7 When installation is completed you may wish to create an AlphaMax icon on your desktop Follow standard Windows procedure to do this 8 Go to page 23 22 Chapter 3 Software Setup Start T AlphaW You can launch the program file at the end of the installation or later by double clicking the Shortcut to AlphaMax icon on your desktop If you have not created an icon launch the program using one of the many ways provided by your windows desktop use Windows Explorer or My Computer or click Start Programs AlphaMax etc Shortcut to Alphamax Fig 10 Double click the AlphaMax icon to launch T AlphaW If you have existing Enter your initials in the initials box data files created under DOS versions E S of T Alpha use cil a x Tool
5. 36 Chapter 3 Software Setup Table C Ring Bypass Function is defined in the Site Definition Advanced Screen Field Name Description Ring Bypass Allows you to set conditions for the answering machine bypass feature The following diagram shows an ex Check box to enable ample of the time sequence for the bypass Answering Machine On Answering Machine set to answer in 5 rings Bypass Rings 1 Ring Ring Ring 1 2 1 AlphaMax Dial Hang up Dial again answers Bypass Break gt lt Bypass Active 30 sec 5 10 sec Break sets the number of seconds between sets of rings before the bypass window opens the minimum time you must wait before redialing 5 to 15 sec Set 0 to disable This must be greater than the time between rings which is typically 5 seconds Active sets the time the bypass window is to remain open the maximum time you have to redial 20 to 90 sec Rings sets the number of rings before the AlphaMax answers the second call 1 to 7 rings NOTE This must be less than the number of rings before the answering machine answers NOTE If there is no break between sets of rings and if the answering machine is off the AlphaMax will an swer on the Number of Rings setting 6 in the example above Squelch Time Seconds _AlphaMax 82S only Delay after the dial up craft port becomes active 1 to 90 sec 37 Chapter 3 Software Setup
6. 57 Not dialingout o o oo o 57 Number of Rings 37 Number of times to report 21 Numeric Pager ceca eee e 4 47 O Open Device ssh cases cee ened oa 25 Operation iaa RR wR 45 54 OVERVIEW pis aera as Boe 1 4 P PABX o eg 8 e ade Ad dae 63 Pager A ES HEE HDS HEED EES 26 Pager Definition 26 Pager Test se dee he pithy emt wie hs Hcg ee eet 44 PASCTS o go ie ox ise sala de ee Pa ln ne a 21 paging parameters 0 30 panel mounted wire wrap block 5 Part Numbers gnc sek on ee Se eR es 75 password sors saa e we ew ol 34 IPASSWOEC ua rc cs a eh aw os 49 OStatUsTEPDOT sses cule supt sai 44 periodic status reporting 30 Phone Number 21 62 T PIN across ea SR RG EY BS 26 TAIMAW cese ake Rae eee oe ee 20 point description s sacris wesss op Gi ooo 20 TMo ops 6 een PS ee ae Be ed 66 POLARY ow ee ee ES Oe o OL TAP oo a Rae ey da ore ee 26 power adapter o o o ooo o O IAN seria iaa AR a 20 Primary Pager User Number 21 tech support 6 ee aa sda e 35 Technical Support 0 56 Q Test Alarm 4 44 4 ea8 das Hae bee 41 qualification time AQ Test Controls sve yos a haere Saal as 42 Qualifying e na a ee De we we ai 4 Test Pager c68 4480608 OR ae wes 43 Time to wait to Acknowledge 21 R MIS er AAA See RS 31 A he ee ee ts te N 40 tonedial 2 2
7. 6 Click on the Monitor button The monitor screen shows the status of the 8 alarms Points that are not alarmed will be listed as Clear on a green background Points that are alarmed will be listed as Alarm on a red background Points that are in alarm and waiting for a qualification time to pass will be listed as Qualifying on a yellow background The point descriptions will also be listed See Fig 26 N once If you have any problems connecting refer to Chapter 6 40 Chapter 4 Checkout Test Alarms F Connect to Alphamax ME E Connection Status 1 Activate each point at the AlphaMax Alarms can be simulated by placing jumpers at the appropriate pins on J1 See Chapter 2 As each point is activated the monitor display will show Alarm on red next to the point number If an alarm qualifying period has been specified for the point Qualifying will show yellow When the qualification period has passed Alarm will show on red Site Name YALE MAIN OFFICE Last Edit 06 03 1999 Time 14 32 by C Comment DOCUMENTATION Last write 06 03 1999 Time 14 35 by C Product AlphaMax 824 Version 2 1D 2 Properties File and Device MATCH oot T a Fae 8 Monitor AlphaMax Of x Sl Display Fig 26 The Monitor AlphaMax Alarms window shows alarmed points Protocol a Boe Alarms Relays Pagers Qualifying FRONT DOOR TOWER LIGHT EAST TRANSMITTER WEST TRANSMITTER POWER HIGH TE
8. 75 Chapter Specifications Accessory Part Numbers AlphaMax accessories are as follows D RK 140 10A 00 19 Rack Mount Panel Mounts 2 AlphaMaxes and Wire Wrap Block D RK 150 10A 00 23 Rack Mount Panel Mounts 2 AlphaMaxes and Wire Wrap Block D PC 254 10A 10 AlphaMax Single Connector Block Screw Lug terminals D PC 254 10A 11 UPS Single Connector Block Screw Lug terminals e w Battery D PC 254 10A 12 UPS Single Connector Block Screw Lug terminals e w 2 Batteries fp a A D PC 260 10A 00 Wire Wrap Block fuses and DB25 connectors to support 2 AlphaMaxes 76 Index Index A C AC Power 6 8 10 12 15 17 callwhenclear 31 ACK una e Ble ah Seda E anaes Sh Al Cancel ws 6544 ema basis Hew de 35 ACK AM e ee hits Reacts eo a ww R 41 ChangeofState o 46 Acknowledge o o Al Checklist iu caca we ees 57 activate control sose o a aaar a e e ea a 49 Checkout sosa s ua aea a a e a 39 44 ACV 65 0 4 6 bid Re ed RO 37 42 50 62 Clear lt 40 Advanced A aie oa de oe eS 29 Clear Characters 0 30 Site Definition 29 Clear Messages o o 30 Pagers 1 momo mom 30 contisueation 4 24 corri 21 63 Alarms 1 6 1 eee eee 31 configuration computer 50 Relayl ooooooo momo 32 configuration file eaux dea Seeds Relay2 2 1 ee
9. Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction How to Obtain Technical Support After Hours 56 Troubleshooting 57 55 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction How to Obtain Technical Support After Hours 1 Call DPS at 1 800 622 3314 If our office is closed you will hear a short message After the message press 2 Record your message including a brief description of the problem your name company and phone number Press 1 to signify the end of your message 3 Press 2 if you want to hear your message 4 Press 3 if you want to erase and re record your message 5 You may forward your message to an on call technician by pressing 1 followed by a 1 to be contacted on the next business day or by 2 to be contacted as soon as possible 6 Hang up the phone 56 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction Troubleshooting Most AlphaMax problems are related to the modem connection especially a mismatch in the data rate baud Connection problems also occur if your AlphaMax is trying to call out at the same time you are trying to call in to 1t This can occur if you have an alarm being reported if it s trying to issue a periodic status report or if it is trying to report power on after a power failure If you have reason to believe that any of these events may be occurring you should refrain from trying to call the AlphaMax until it has had ti
10. Dial 437 2419 Pin 399007 5 Last Result OF Test Dial 265 02 70 Pin Last Result OF Test Dial 266 9355 Pin Last Result OF Test Dial 222 9323 Pin 1234588 Last Result OF Test Last Overall Result OF Exit Monitor Fig 28 The pager Test window allows you to issue a test message to your pager 44 Chapter 5 Operation Chapter 5 Operation Once your AlphaMax is on line use the instructions on the following pages to learn how to read reports and send commands Chapter 5 Operation AlphaNumeric Pager 46 Numeric Pager 47 ASCII Terminal 48 DTMF Direct Dial In 49 Advanced Monitor Mode 50 Advanced LED Display Status 51 Advanced ASCII Through Port Access 82S 52 Advanced Flow Chart 53 45 Chapter 5 Operation AlphaNumeric Pager AlphaNumeric pagers show both Change of State COS and Status reports Refer to Fig 29 The COS report uses the alarm clear messages defined in the Pager Advanced screen Fig 20 The Status report uses the alarm and clear characters defined in the same screen METROCALL The appearance of the report may vary depending on the pager and pager company but the order in which the information is presented will remain the same
11. AlphaMax should be on solid Control points will be operated in the rest of this test If any undesirable E results will occur from operating a control point it should be disconnected ws from the equipment and tested with a continuity indicator 4 Press 81 to latch control point 1 5 Confirm control point 1 operation by having someone observe the controlled equipment for the proper reaction 6 Press 80 to release the control point 7 Confirm control point release 8 Hang up the phone 9 Test additional alarm and control points as desired Be sure to wait for each alarm to be paged before attempting to call the AlphaMax to acknowledge 10 Test complete Restore all alarm and control point connections to normal 43 Chapter 4 Checkout Pager Test Feature Fig 28 shows a Pager test window that can be accessed while your computer is connected to the AlphaMax in the Monitor function This function allows you to verify the phone numbers used for the last page and to issue a test message If you click in the Test box for a user number a status page will be issued to that pager after you disconnect from the AlphaMax If your pager is working correctly you should receive a status report on your pager within a short period of time The actual time will depend on how soon your pager service can respond 3 Monitor Alpha ax Me x Alarms Relays Pagers
12. Upon completion the Cancel button will say Done Click on this button to begin the exit procedure NOTES gt Ifyou click the Cancel button before the writing procedure is done your AlphaMax may have an incomplete configuration file You will need to perform a complete write to before it will work properly Click the disconnect button Exit T AlphaW or proceed with other activities We recommend that you perform the checkout procedure beginning on page 40 35 Chapter 3 Software Setup Ring Bypass Feature The AlphaMax 82A and 82S ver 2 1D offers an answering machine bypass feature not available on previous versions This new feature allows the AlphaMax to share the phone line with an answering machine modem FAX or any other device that answers after a set number of rings In this application you let the phone ring a set number of times 2 for example when calling the AlphaMax then hang up When you call back within another set time period 60 seconds for example the AlphaMax will answer on a specified ring 1 for example The answering machine must be set to answer on a later ring 4 for example The Ring Bypass function is defined in the Site Definition Advanced screen Refer to the illustration below and Table C fao ml fenoner y ATHEQVX4F1TSO 058 5 C1 amp D2 Fig 25 Ring Bypass parameters are defined in the Site Definition Advanced window Return to page 29
13. Use the information you entered in Table A to fill in the fields in the Relay Definition box T AlphaW Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE File Connect Tools Help Site Definition Pagers Alarms Relays Relay ae Number Description 1 boom Lock 2 STANDBY POWER Momentary Activation Period Seconds amp Tenths 0 1 to 25 5 1 5 z Advanced po Pa eiii Fig 18 Assign a description for each control point If you need to define derived controls click Advanced See page 32 Go on to Save your file on page 33 28 Chapter 3 Software Setup Advanced Site Definition The Site Definition Advanced box is used to change the AlphaMax s modem parameters J T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE File Connect Tools Help Phone Parameters at Alphamax End Modem Type Baud Word Parity Stop Bits T2120 1200 y e none 1 Number of Rings Modem Initialization String 2 JATHEQVX4F1 TS0 058 5 C1 amp D2 Squelch Time 5 z Ring Bypass Break Active Rings Enabled 0 En C p E z Jal Jl Set Defaults Exit Advanced Fig 19 Set modem parameters in the Site Definition Advanced window For an explanation of any item click on the field and press F1 The NOTES context sensitive help screen will appear Ifyou are using the Ring Bypass Features see pages 36 and 37 NOTES ify g g Byp pag After y
14. What does Latch mean for a control point A The control point is in the Active state and will remain so until a command is sent to release it When using T AlphaW software in the monitor mode a release command is sent by clicking on the Latch button a second time When using a DTMF phone a release command is sent by pressing 80 for relay 1 or 90 for relay 2 O 6 What does te term PABX mean 62 Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions A Private Automatic Branch Exchange This is an electronic telephone switch board which is usually located on your premises as opposed to being located at the telephone company s central office O Ve What does TAP mean A Telelocator Alphanumeric Protocol This is a protocol used by many pager companies OS How many phone numbers can the AlphaMax page N am 5 Q 19 fs O A A total of 4 phone numbers can be entered in memory Each of the 8 alarm points can be assigned to 2 of these phone numbers There can also be a delay before each number is paged OY When did DPS start business A DPS was started in 1986 by three principles Bob Berry Eric Storm and Ron Stover O 10 What kind of training does DPS Telecom offer A We have scheduled classes in Fresno We also offer an on site turn up assistance package that is the best way to get your system up and running quickly General on site training is also available O 11 How dol con
15. 6a If you are using AC Power Connect the power adapter to J4 on power adaptor to the the AlphaMax then plug the adaptor into an AC outlet AlphaMax while hot 6b If you are using DC Power A DC supply may be connected to J1 pins 1 gnd and 14 on the AlphaMax 7 Go to Chapter 3 Software Setup on page 19 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AC Adepior Ground 6 Not Connected A 5 Not Connected 4 Ring di AC Adaptor 9VDC 7 da 3 Tip 3 5 mm Plug 2 Not Connected Ground ye J4 J5 1 Not Connected mm Power Line Screw on Plug Comes MO gt with later models AlphaMax 82A JD DPS Telecom Ext Conn 5 J Model 245 single ended opto inputs FEMALE DB25 PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION O ee eg ae 1 Power Ground 14 Power Input a isp 4 i 2 Not Connected model 245 1 00000000 j 3 Alarm 1A 15 Alarm 1B A AA 4 Alarm 2A 16 Alarm 2B Plier it cl 5 Alarm 3A 17 Alarm 3B 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 6 Alarm 4A 18 Alarm 4B Connect Alarm A points 7 Alarm 5A 19 Alarm 5B to Alarm B points 8 Alarm 6A 20 Alarm 6B through alarm contact 9 Alarm 7A 21 Alarm 7B 10 Alarm 8A 22 Alarm 8B A B 11 Control 1 Normal Close 23 Control 2 Normal Close 12 Control 1 Normal Open 24 Control 2 Normal Open 13 Control 1 Common 25 Control 2 Common Switch or Relay Contact NOT REQUIRED WHEN AC WALL TRANSFORMER IS USED Fig 3 Connect a
16. Connected to phone line for normal alarm reporting Flashing Green Connected to phone line for ASCII reach through port activity Solid Red Invalid or unexpected response from Modem Alarms Blink Mostly Off COS alarm only non qualifying Red Blink Mostly On Standing alarm and COS alarm non qualifying Listed in or der of pre On Solid One or more standing alarms cedence Off No existing alarms no new alarms Blink blink off Repeat Qualifying alarm no COS or standing alarms 51 Chapter 5 Operation Advanced ASCII Through Port Access 82S NOTES NOTES To activate the ASCII through port on an AlphaMax 82S dial the AlphaMax 82S from an ASCII terminal or from a P C programmed to emulate an ASCII terminal The craft port connection will be established after 20 to 30 seconds of no activity For faster access add 68 to the end of the dial string The squelch time of the AlphaMax 82S has an adjustable delay of 1 to 90 seconds after the dial up craft port becomes active See Table C in Chapter 3 See Q12 in Chapter 7 for an explanation of the phone number dial string to use to contact the AlphaMax To change to normal operation at the completion of your craft port session enter at the terminal Then type ATH to hang up The AlphaMax will revert to normal TRIP alarm reporting operation Example 767 1234 11 accesses the craft port 20 to 30 seconds after connecti
17. Yes following the provisioning instructions in your T MonXM manual The screens shown in this manual will not be the same in T MonXM 64 Chapter 8 Specifications Chapter 8 Specifications For those of you who are so inclined here is the technical run down on the AlphaMax Chapter 8 Specifications Features 66 AlphaMax Description 67 UPS Connector Block Description 69 Technical Description AlphaMax Functional Schematic AlphaMax 82A Specifications AlphaMax 82S Specifications UPS Connector Block Specifications AlphaMax Part Numbers Accessory Part Numbers 65 Chapter Specifications Features e Pages you when critical events occur e Eight alarm inputs two relay outputs e Reports to Alpha and Numeric Pagers ASCII Terminals and T Mon Masters e DTMF phone control e Configuration software runs under Windows 95 or Windows 98 or Windows NT e Derived controls automatically operate relays AC or DC Powered 3 hour safety net with UPS Reach through craft port to another device Fig 33 AlphaMax communicates with pagers telephones or ASCII terminals 66 Chapter 8 Specifications AlphaMax Description Dial up Alarm System AlphaMax 82S offers re
18. Z crew Tug Screw on Plug Comes peee CTRL 2 COM Z Terminals with later models j CTRL 2 N 0 2 UPS pa CTRL2N C 2 O adi Geico es AlphoMax 82 ALARM 8A Z ALARM 8B 2 ALARM 7A Y Batteries 5 ALARM 7B Z Located DPS Telecom ALARM6A A ofr Under P C gt z ALARM 6B 2 3 Foot Cable ALARM 5A Y J1 ALARM 5B 4 Pi ALARM 4A Y NOTE Use the UPS only ALARM 4B 4 with AlphaMax 82A ALARM 3A Y models 245 amp 246 ALARM 3B Z 250 ma ALARM 2A 4 R f toi ALARM 2B Y emove cover tor access to jumpers ALARM 1A EO ALARM 1B Z j EEE 9 12 Volt Supply default Ma 2 Batteries Installed m B 12 27 Volt Supply mig 1 Battery Installed default POWER GND Y POWER INPUT Y J5 MN a a J5 Power J5 m g m No Power 4 allure Failure NOT REQUIRED WHEN AC WALL alarm TRANSFORMER IS USED J8 El E Alm to Pt 2 J8 m Alm to Pt 8 jg m g m default Model 246 bipolar inputs Model 245 single ended inputs Connect Alarm A points to ground Connect Alarm A points Connect Alarm B points to DC to Alarm B points Put alarm contact in either leg through alarm contact Switched Ground Switched Battery eS A B gt DC A B gt D0 A B or Relay Contact or Relay Contact Switch or Relay Contact Fig 7 UPS single Connector Block Provides up to 3 Hours of Battery Backup 15 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82A with panel mounted wire wrap bl
19. down menu configurations can be added and existing ones can be edited or deleted Select the desired file from the directory listing that appears co The Site Fig 14 You can open an existing configuration in Definition box the Open Device window will appear Edit information in the Site Definition box as necessary H J T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Help Site YALE MAIN OFFICE File Connect Tools Pagers Alarms Relays Site Name YALE MAIN OFFICE Comment DOCUMENTATION Site Number Po Phone Number 333 3333 Advanced Fig 15 An existing configuration can be renamed to make a new one Click on the tab s for other parameter s you wish to edit and change as needed Go to pages 33 35 for save and download instructions 25 Chapter 3 Software Setup Pagers Click the Pager tab at the top of the Device Definition box Be sure to include a Use the information you entered in Table A to fill in the fields in the 1 if dialing long Pager Definition box distance or 9 if dialing through a PABX A T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE BBE File Connect Tools Help Site Definition Pagers Alarms Relays ramon Ss E asen h 555 5555 E Advanced Fig 16 Define up to four pager devices for the AlphaMax to call Phone numbers for numeric pager
20. ic ol o o ic o and FALSE functions through your inputs in this table Fig 22 Program derived controls in the Relay 1 Advanced or Relay 2 Advanced window NOTES gt For an explanation of any item click on the field and press F1 The context sensitive help screen will appear This derived control screen is composed of two matrices that are logically OR d Each matrix consists of 3 rows alarm status by 8 columns alarm points The alarm points in each set are logically AND d which means that ALL of the columns must evalute TRUE in order for the matrix to be true Example 1 If you declare an alarm when points 1 3 amp 5 are set then simply set those points under the When these alarms are set row Be sure to mark all the other alarms as These alarms don t matter The These alarms are clear row would only be used if you wish to declare an alarm when those marked points are not in alarm 32 Chapter 3 Software Setup Example 2 If you wish to declare an alarm when point 3 or point 5 fails then you would do the following Mark point 3 in the when these alarms are set position of the FIRST matrix Activate Relay Make sure all other points in that matrix are set to the These alarms don t matter row Mark point 5 in the when these alarms are set position of the SECOND ma
21. lights and other critical equipment In addition to its pager reporting telecom locations may forward selected alarm points to a central monitoring system AlphaMax reports with TRIP protocol or ASCII messages Transportation AlphaMax is ideal for monitoring crossing gates and other safety devices and reporting problems via pager or cellular phone Refrigeration AlphaMax monitors freezer doors temperature compressor operation and power lines warning you of problems before they become losses Manufacturing AlphaMax monitors processes and equipment status on line paging your maintenance and supervisory personnel throughout a facility 24 hours a day Security AlphaMax can pinpoint entry violations to a specific door or window Security personnel are notified of activity even when they are on another part of the property Agriculture An AlphaMax in a barn or other out building can notify you of an unauthorized entry temperature extreme fire low water pressure pump operation etc With AlphaMax s remote control capability you can operate door locks security lights and pumps With wide area paging service you can know the condition of your ranch or farm no matter where you are Chapter 1 Overview Configuration Software Configuring AlphaMax from your PC is easy with the new T Alpha for Windows T AlphaW software that runs under Windows 95 Windows 98 or Windows NT The software also monitors alarms and operate
22. negative ground J1 pin 19 Alarm 5B connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal of the switch or relay contact is connected to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed 6a If you are using AC Power Connect the power adapter to J4 on power adaptor to the the AlphaMax then plug the adaptor into an AC outlet AlphaMax while 6b If you are using DC Power A DC supply may be connected to J1 pins 1 gnd and 14 on the AlphaMax 7 Go to Chapter 3 Software Setup on page 19 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 5 Na Ground s 6 Not Connected Vr 5 Not Connected dl AC Adaptor 9VDC 3 Tip 3 5 mm Plug MV 2 Not Connected Ground Twist collar 1 Not Connected y to lock Screw on Plug Comes with later models Juro DPS Telecom Ext Conn y PX z y FEMALE DB25 Model 246 bi polar opto inputs 1312111098 7654321 PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION des 4 L 1 Power Ground 14 Power Input 000000000 2 Power Ground model 246 L J 3 Alarm 1A 15 Alarm 1B ooo 4 Alarm 2A 16 Alarm 2B 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 5 Alarm 3A 17 Alarm 3B 6 Alarm 4A 18 Alarm 4B Connect Alarm A points 7 Alarm SA 19 Alarm 5B to ground 8 Alarm 6A 20 Alarm 6B Connect Alarm
23. then plug the adaptor into an AC outlet to the AlphaMax Do not remove the DB25 cable while power is applied 8b If you are using DC Power A DC supply may be connected to pins J2 1 and J2 2 negative ground on the connector block 9 Go to Chapter 3 Software Setup on page 19 12 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup CTRL 1 COM CTRL 1 N O CTRL 1 N C CTRL 2 COM CTRL 2 N O CTRL 2 N C Wire Wrap pins or Screw Lug Terminals Connector Block ALARM 8A ALARM 8B ALARM 7A ALARM 7B ALARM 6A ALARM 6B ALARM 5A ALARM 5B ALARM 4A ALARM 4B ALARM 3A ALARM 3B ALARM 2A ALARM 2B ALARM 1A ALARM 1B J1 Screw Lugs illustrated Wire Wrap pins follow same pattern Model D PC 254 10A 00 has wire wrap pins Model D PC 254 10A 10 has screw lug terminals Installation 1 Remove connector block cover 2 Mount block assembly 3 Connect wires to alarm and control points 4 Connect power 5 Connect DB25 cable between block assembly and AlphaMax POWER GND POWER INPUT Z Fig 6 Single Connector Block comes with Screw Lug Terminals non UPS 13 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82A with optional UPS connector block The installer 1 Unpack the AlphaMax and all accessories Check shipping list provides alarm contacts power 2 Fill out and mail the postage prepaid registration card source and wires to the alarm and k 3 Use the mountin
24. to Pin 1 8 Pin 2 to Pin 4 Pin 15 to Piri Pin 15 to Pin 1 Pin 16 to Pin Pin 16 to Pin 5 _ bP gt DPS Telecom O m AAA AX Ext Conn J1 AlphaMax 82S Model 247 single ended opto inputs PIN DESCRIPTION PIN DESCRIPTION FEMALE DB25 1312111098 7 6 24 deanna or Relay Contact See table above 1 RS232 RXD 14 RS232 TXD 2 RS232 DTR 15 RS232 DCD a i ai ii r 3 Alarm 1A 16 RS232 GND 4 Alarm 2A 17 Alarm 1 2 amp 3B 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 5 Alarm 3A Connect Alarm A points 6 Alarm 4A 18 Alarm 4B to Alarm B points 7 Alarm 5A 19 Alarm 5B through alarm contact 8 Alarm 6A 20 Alarm 6B 9 Alarm 7A 21 Alarm 7B A B 10 Alarm 8A 22 Alarm 8B 11 Control 1 Normal Close 23 Control 2 Normal Close SR 12 Control 1 Normal Open 24 Control 2 Normal Open Switch 13 Control 1 Common 25 Control 2 Common Points 1 2 and 3 Share a common Ground return pin Fig 5 On the AlphaMax 82S the DB25 connector provides access for alarm points control points and the ASCII reach through port 11 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup The installer provides alarm contacts power source and wires to the alarm and control points NOTE Do not connect a 1 Unpack the AlphaMax and all accessories Check shipping list 2 Fill out and mail the postage prepaid registration card 3 Use the mounting template and hardware to mount the AlphaMax 4 M
25. unless you later have problems connecting to your AlphaMax Connect Using Sportster 28800 33600 External y Line Properties Dialing Properties d i User Number E JET Password fi Phone Number 233 3333 MV Use Standard AlphaMax Logon Line Name Use logon error detection mode Use pulse dialing 7333 3333 11 694 Connect Fig 24 Your computer s modem will be listed in the Line Name field Dial String The first time you write a configuration file to a new AlphaMax you must enter the default 1 in the password box Any time you write to an AlphaMax with a password change for user number 1 the old password must be entered in the password box Go on to Write Download Configuration to AlphaMax on page 35 34 Chapter 3 Software Setup Write Download Configuration to AlphaMax Click the Connect button It will take several seconds to establish the connection NOECS gt Ifyour modem does not connect to the AlphaMax you may need to adjust the Baud Click on the Line Properties button in the Connect Options box If your modem is an older version that operates at 14 4 K Baud or less change to 1200 Baud If your modem is a newer one that operates at 19 2K Baud or greater change to 19200 Baud If you still have problems contact DPS tech support at 1 800 622 3314 Click the Write to AlphaMax button to start writing the file A box will show the progress
26. 1 Overview The following pages give a brief description of what the AlphaMax can do for you Chapter 1 Overview AlphaMax 82A and 82S ES o fe oO Cautions Observe electrostatic precautions when servicing this equipment Observe polarity when connecting power to this unit There are no user serviceable parts inside the enclosure For intra building connections all interfaces must be connected through a shielded cable that is grounded at both ends Chapter 1 Overview AlphaMax 82A and 82S DPS AlphaMax 82A or 82S teamed with your local pager service will let you know when you have an important event occurring at some isolated unmanned location The AlphaMax can be supplied with a UPS Connector Block with Battery Backup to simplify installation and provide continued operation during power outages The AlphaMax can detect any event that can be translated into an electrical signal such as that coming from a micro switch or photo cell Door openings and equipment failures are typical events that it can report on your pager In addition you can contact the AlphaMax from any tone dialing telephone and by password identification activate remote control devices like door locks or security lights AlphaMax has broad applications in many areas including Telecommunications The AlphaMax is just right for cell sites small offices and remote huts for monitoring tower
27. 4 6 tab ae a de ee ee 43 red background iaa aa A E 63 A te cap Ge ate phos ara eG ee a a 67 TOLAY e doe ces a a 20 66 U Relay Definition 20 UPS 634 4 are e eds Gta con amp Gan 8G Gt 2 Relay Number e ee boas we ae oe 21 UPS connector block 5 Relays a dahon a Oe A ZA USERTIO ara e eyeing O ae 34 Released oia iia aa 42 50 62 UserNumber 21 repetition parameters 31 Ring Bypass s s eeste msaa suae 36 Vy Rings ia A AS 37 virtual channel ROL adds o lindos a dee dio A a6 anid a amp Ak aa one 6 oe ee HO S W SAVE a aae dd da ra dea 25 Warranty aged bd Medd a ii Save AS 4445 6 8b OSS aa ED EH 33 wire wrap block Secondary Pager User Number 21 write orraa area aa i Paoa Serial POTE rai ta E oe we we 40 single connector block 5 Y single ended inputs 10 yello Site Definition 0 21 y background 40 A sae ards oe See Gad 21 Site Number o eee eee eee 21 Software Menu 38 Software Setup o ooo ooo oo 19 38 Specifications 65 76 Squelch Time 37 79 Index DTMF Quick Reference from page 49 Command Description 1 8 Acknowledge Point 1 8 80 Release Relay 1 90 Release Relay 2 8l Latch Relay 1 91 Latch Relay 2 824 Momentarily Latch Relay 1 92 Momentarily Latch R
28. B points 9 Alarm 7A a ae pee contact in 10 Alarm 8A 22 Alarm 8B either leg 11 Control 1 Normal Close 23 Control 2 Normal Close i 12 Control 1 Normal Open 24 Control 2 Normal Open 13 Control 1 Common 25 Control 2 Common NOT REQUIRED WHEN AC WALL TRANSFORMER IS USED Switched Ground Switched Battery A B gt DC A B gt spc switch Switch or Relay Contact or Relay Contact Fig 4 Connect alarm and control points at the DB25 connector on the AlphaMax 82A Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82S model 247 single ended inputs directly connected at J1 The installer 1 Unpack the AlphaMax and all accessories Check contents against provides alarm the shipping list that is packed in the box contacts power source and wires to the alarm and control points 2 Fill out and mail the postage prepaid registration card 3 Use the enclosed mounting template and hardware to mount the AlphaMax NOTES The AlphaMax is shipped with all necessary cables for installation 4 Connect a phone line to the RJ12 jack J5 on the AlphaMax 5 Connect alarm points and controls to J1 on the AlphaMax Connect ASCII reach through port to J1 on the AlphaMax A DB25 connector and hood are supplied in the AlphaMax cable kit Refer to Fig 5 To operate an alarm there must be an electrical path from the Alarm NOTES gt no A input pin to the Alarm no B return pin Example see Fig 5 To operate alar
29. Hori FRONT GOOR LOCK Fig 27 The Monitor AlphaMax Relays window shows active points in red and released points in green 2 Click on Relay 1 Latch The status box will show Active on a red background 3 Click on Relay 1 Latch The status box will show Released on a green background 4 Click on Relay 1 Mom The status box will briefly show Active on a red background It will automatically change to Released on a green background when the momentary control period has passed 5 Repeat the above steps for Relay 2 6 Click on the Exit Monitor button 7 Click on the Disconnect button 8 Close T AlphaW 9 Disconnect computer from phone line 42 Chapter 4 Checkout Test Pager 1 Activate one alarm point Alarms LED on the AlphaMax should blink On ASCII devices be sure to check alarm display at the ASCII terminal NOTES as well as at pagers if used 2 Observe alarm report on pager or ASCII terminal This may take several minutes depending on how busy the pager service is NOTES gt Refer to Chapter 5 for pager display information 3 Call the AlphaMax on a tone dial phone When the AlphaMax has answered with two beeps enter your device number 1 4 and password then press You should hear two more beeps Press the alarm point number plus to acknowledge the alarm Refer to Chapter 5 for further operating instructions Alarms LED on
30. MP Clear LOW TEMP HET Ack SWITCH On DO amp Qin Ack All Exit Monitor in red and cleared points in green 2 Acknowledge each alarm by clicking the Ack button beside the point All alarms can be acknowledged by clicking the Ack All button When an alarmed point is acknowledged Ack goes away and the background remains red 3 Restore each point to normal The display will show Clear on green next to the point number 4 Acknowledge each normal by clicking the Ack button next to the alarm or acknowledge all by clicking the Ack All button Ack goes away and Clear remains green 41 Chapter 4 Checkout Test Controls For WARNING DO NOT REMOVE CABLES FROM Pow i WARNING Control points will be operated in this test If any undesirable results will occur from operating a control point it should be disconnected from the equipment and tested with a continuity indicator 1 Click on the relays tab to highlight the Control Status window of definitions of control the monitor screen Relays that are not operated will be listed as terminology see Chapter 7 Released on a green background and relays that are operated will be listed as Active on a red background The relay descriptions will also be listed J Monitor Alphah ax Alarme Relays Pagers 2 Released Latch Mom STANDBY POWER Latch
31. PAGER REPORT SITE POINT STATUS NUMBER NAME NUMBER 1 ALARM AAA Al i Ay eal 04 FRESNOFG 02 0 STATUS ___ CLEAR FRONT DOOR POINT MESSAGE DESCRIPTION uses alarm or O P E N clear message PAGER REPORT SITE ALARM REPORT NUMBER NAME HEADER Alphanumeric Pager a Status Report 05 FRESNOFG ALM1 8 _ CCCACACC RLY1 2 ALARM POINT STATUS 1 8 Uses Alarm and Clear CC CONTROL REPORT Characters Points 4 m HEADER and 6 are alarmed CONTROL POINT STATUS 1 2 Uses Alarm Character for Latched Clear Character for Released Fig 29 AlphaNumeric pagers show both change of state reports and status reports 46 Chapter 5 Operation Numeric Pager Numeric pagers also show Change of State COS and Status reports Refer to Fig 30 The appearance of the report may vary depending on the pager and pager company but the order in which the information is presented will remain the same Note Point 00 Power on lt E Numeric Pager j j l C O S Report j j dl gt SITE POINT STATUS NUMBER NUMBER 0 CLEAR 1 ALARM y ALARM POINT 1 y ALARM POINT 8 SS O O QUO gt Numeric Pager li Status Report j I I I I I I TE o uae SE ALARM POINT STATUS 1 8 gt NUMBER Te MARA a CONTROL POINT STATUS 1 AND 2 0 RELEASED APPEARS ON SECOND SECTION 1 LATCHED Fig 30 Numeric pagers show Cha
32. Software Menu Chart 3 T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE olx File Connect Tools Help po Contents Import Device Index l Connect Options Reindex File Properties New Device Connect About Open Device Shows list Save Device Save Device As Shows list Delete Device Print Exit Modem Type Baud Word Parity Stop Bits Number of Rings Modem Initialization String Squelch Time Ring Bypass Enabled Ring Bypass Break Ring Bypass Active Ring Bypass Rings Pagers Alarms Relays Connect Cancel Alarm Number 1 8 Description Primary Pager User Number Wait to Ack Min Secondary pager user Number Times to Repeat Advanced Period Advanced Qual Period mm ss Call when Clear 1 4 ei Normally Closed Site Name Dial String O ona Alpha Pager Pin epetition ime hh mm f Password Qual Period Base Time e T Use Alarm 1 for Local Ack one Number Advanced Activate Relay 1 on Change of State Callout Delay Redial Attempts TAP Baud TAP Word Parity Stop Bits Alarm Message Clear Message Auto Ack ASCII Pager Alarm Character Clear Character Report Interval Report Power On Report Periodic Status 1 Description 2 Description Momentary Activation Derived Controls For details about any item click on the item and press F1 38 Chapter 4 Checkout Chapter 4 Checkout After hardware and
33. User Manual AlphaMax 82A AlphaMax 82S Alarm and Control Network Element Um108279 AlphaMax 82A and AlphaMax 828 Version 2 2B Alarm and Control Network Elements Publication Number UM00A 26120 Date of issue 10 26 00 DPS DPS Telecom Your Partners In Telecom Management Networks 4955 E Yale Ave Fresno CA 93727 Phone 559 454 1600 FAX 559 454 1688 Toll free 800 622 3314 e mail sales dpstele com http www dpstele com Copyright 2000 DPS Telecom Warranty DPS Telecom products are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of sale DPS Telecom s obligation under this warranty is limited to the replacement of any hardware proved to be defective within one year from the date of delivery and the replacement of any software for ninety days from the date of delivery If the product malfunctions during the warranty period DPS Telecom will repair it at its option at no charge to the purchaser other than the cost of shipping to and from DPS Telecom which shall be the responsibility of the purchaser Before using the purchaser shall determine the suitability of the product for the intended use and user assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith This warranty is made in lieu of and excludes all other warranties expressed or implied The implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular use are specifically excluded Neither seller nor manufacturer s
34. alarm point 5 Alarm SA connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal connects to negative ground Alarm 5B connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed Switched battery To operate alarm point 5 Alarm 5A connects to negative ground Alarm 5B connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed 14 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Do not connect 9a If you are using AC Power Connect the power adapter to the power adaptor to the PWR 1 jack on the UPS connector block assembly AlphaMax while D t th 9b If you are using DC Power A DC supply may be connected to Dee Conic aia pins J2 1 and J2 2 negative ground on the connector block power is applied 10 Go to Chapter 3 Software Setup on page 19 A AC Adaptor Ground 7 8 Not Connected E E 7 5 Not Connected a IS E ie savoc side T Ground Twit otar N 1 Not Connected CTRL 1 COM Z NY a CTRL1N 0 7 eo Al e EN CTRL 1N C
35. aud DTMF Pulse dial internal modem with DTMF receiver T Mon Remote Interface Protocol TRIP TAP Protocol for Alpha pagers ASCII Operating Temperature Range Humidity 0 to 60 Celsius 32 to 140 F for 00 option 30 to 70 Celsius 22 to 150 F for 20 option 0 to 95 non condensing Shipping Weight Control Output Connectors 3 lbs Relay Contacts 2 each form C Maximum switching voltage 60 VDC 120 VAC Maximum switching current 1 Amp AC or DC Alarms and controls connect via DB25 female connector J1 Power connects via a 3 5 mm mono jack Telephone line connects via RJ 12 type modular connector Optional screw lug terminals with external connector block or wire wrap terminals with panel mounted wire wrap block Alarm Point Inputs Maximum 50 volts on inputs Model 245 8 optically isolated inputs Connect to dry contact closure to alarm Model 246 8 opto isolated bi polar inputs Connect to ground and battery to alarm 72 Chapter 8 Specifications AlphaMax 82S Specifications AlphaMax 82S High Speed 0E DPS Telecom SS Ext Conn Dimensions 5 3 L x 3 1 W x 1 25 D Mounting The keyhole pattern on the back of the AlphaMax allows mounting on a wall frame or rack Two mounting holes vertically spaced 1 75 apart Power Input Power input is 36 to 72 VDC 11 mA 48 VDC idle 0 5 W 80 mA 48 VDC maximum 3 8 W Use the AC adap
36. cause a dial out 3 Acknowledge the alarm Verification First the Alarms LED will blink Then the Online LED blinks while di aling then goes to solid when connec tion is made A report will occur at the device that is specified for the alarm point in the configuration file From a DTMF phone Dial the 7 or 8 digit phone number for the AlphaMax The AlphaMax beeps twice when a call is answered Enter your Device Number 1 4 and Pass word see Table A then press If the password is valid you will hear two beeps Then press the alarm point number followed by From your computer Connect your computer with T AlphaW running in the monitor mode and ack the point The Alarms LED comes on solid Correction Procedure If no alarm LED check alarm point connections at J1 or at the terminal block If no Online LED make sure phone line is connected to J5 Connect regular phone at phone jack and lift handset to listen for dial tone Is alarm properly defined to cause a dial out Is the alarm properly defined for the reporting device If you get a busy signal try calling again in about 15 seconds If you are not able to successfully call in to the AlphaMax the timing param eters in the configuration file may be set for too many Times to Repeat or the Time to Wait for ACK may be too short As a result every time you try to call in to ack the alarm the AlphaMax is trying to call out to re
37. ch through The AlphaMax 82S model 247 features an RS232 port that can be accessed via the modem to remotely connect to the craft port of a device near the AlphaMax The port uses pins 1 2 and 14 17 of the DB 25 connector J1 see Fig 5 on page 11 70 Chapter 8 Specifications AlphaMax Functional Schematic J1 Female DB 25 Connector J1 Female DB 25 Connector 3 A NVN NO Alarm Input 1 1 Z f 12 15 4 B ELA J en Y Pwr 9 27 VDC T os Output 1 Alarm wr 9 N C 4 A ANN J1 Alarm Input 2 SZ N p N o 24 16 4 B e x Return 7 i c 25 Control a Output 2 ww NEO 23 Alarm Input 3 TB STATUS Return 1 2 amp 3 5 V eo Alarm Input 4 j 18 B Pwr p TA Z Serial 7 w PROCESSOR Port Alarm Input 5 82S ka 1O Only 150 pep i Y o 165 aD 8 BY am J5 RJ 12 Connect Alarm Input 6 onnector 20 B gt LINE NE V INTERFACE RING DIAL NG 9D WM MODEM Ne Alarm Input 7 NZ ZN Ws 21 B y La 2 Pwr a E ROM 10 A AN 7 11 14 4 Alarm Input 8 SZ Input 22 B E Pwr ov F POWER Powar Pwr SUPPLY J2 S od0 Neg END lt J1 1 4 uy O J1 2 3 4 V 3 model 246 only 4 82A Only 24 24 1 Unipolar input model 245 shown 4 82A Only 245 amp 246 Bipolar inp
38. current flowing Alarm points can be individually reversed during the configuration process to assume the Active State when ungrounded no current flowing Each alarm input can be configured for unipolar operation reports going to alarm state only or bi polar operation reports both going to alarm state and returning to cleared state Each point can also have a 30 character description a qualification time period before dialing and a backup reporting device number A redial option causes the unit to dial a reporting device up to 15 times or until the point is acknowledged Up to four reporting device dial out numbers can be stored Model 246 features bi polar inputs that have both sides of the opto input brought to the connector permitting ground activation or battery activation Call AlphaMax Personnel with passwords can call into the AlphaMax from a tone dial DTMF phone to acknowledge alarms operate control points or request a status report 67 Chapter Specifications Derived Controls Control relays may be activated internally by a combination of existing alarms based on a programmable equation derived control Each control point may have up to two equations defined The control relay outputs are Form C single pole double throw Internal Modem The AlphaMax uses an internal 300 1200 Baud AT212 modem Local ACK and COS Indication One alarm point can be wired to a local acknowledge s
39. e eee 32 Connect 5 2 a4 4 iu ho ea ee Oe oe Alarm and Clear Characters 30 Connect Options 2 0 20 008 Alarm and Clear Messages 30 Connectyia Mode oS ti ha alarm points ee ee 6 contact closure oo ooo alarm reporting messages Au eantestesansitive help Alarms anaa ee ee ee ee 21 27 40 66 control points 4 Alarms Definition 27 control relays ee ee Alarms not reporting 57 Control Status o Alpha Pager PIN 6 0 ee 21 controls 2 ee ee Alpha pagers s is ci ae oP Re we es OY Ceurcalenot operating PRED aie UH RMR eS dhaya ee OC Se ee eect 7 eres AlphaMax 82A 1 2 ee o ee 2 craft POM 6 cede eb ka re ee SS ew EG AlphaMax 828 2 2 ee eee 2 currents ee AlphaNumeric Pager 46 answering machine bypass 36 D ASCII terminal 43 DB25 L oe ASCI Terminal osc sn ea ee ramana 48 DC POTES Less de B detault sucre derived CONtrOlS background 1 2 eee ee ee eee 40 Derived controls 000 Batteries sonio tiea a as 69 Description o oo aooo battery coco 69 device number oo Battery Backup o o Dont aia Band mind Be ene We be 35 Hewes Type A bipolar inputs ss i sossa asauran as A a and bi polar inputs oo oo 67 Dial String 6 acne One ed bESR4 de Break is eek o s d waiu 37 Index disconnect sse sswere nta
40. elay 2 66 Request status report sent to pager after phone is hung up 7TH Acknowledge all COS alarms 68 Connect ASCII through port 82S only 69 Connect Modem 80 Index 81 pre DPS Telecom Your Partners In Telecom Management Networks 4955 E Yale Fresno CA 93727 Phone 559 454 1600 800 622 3314 FAX 559 454 1688 e mail sales dpstele com Visit our Web site at http www dpstele com 82
41. ended inputs directly connected at J1 10 AlphaMax 82A with optional single connector block 12 AlphaMax 82A with optional UPS connector block 14 AlphaMax 82A with panel mounted wire wrap block 16 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82A model 245 single ended inputs directly connected at J1 The installer 1 Unpack the AlphaMax and all accessories Check contents against provides alarm the shipping list that is packed in the box contacts power source and wires to the alarm and 2 Fill out and mail the postage prepaid registration card coniro polni 3 Use the enclosed mounting template and hardware to mount the AlphaMax NOTES gt The AlphaMax is shipped with all necessary cables for installation 4 Connect a phone line to the RJ12 jack J5 on the AlphaMax 5 Connect alarm points and controls to J1 on the AlphaMax A DB25 connector and hood are supplied in the AlphaMax cable kit Refer to Fig 3 NOTES To operate an alarm there must be an electrical path from the Alarm no A input pin to the Alarm no B return pin Example see Fig 3 To operate alarm point 5 J1 pin 7 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact J1 pin 19 Alarm 5B connects to the other terminal of the switch or relay contact When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed Do not connect
42. figure my modem to operate with the AlphaMax A T AlphaW software will automatically configure your modem to work with the AlphaMax If you have communication problems it could be due to an incorrect data baud rate The procedure for correcting this is found in Chapter 6 63 Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions NOTES gt NOTES NOTES gt O 12 Howis the AlphaMax s phone number constructed A The Phone Number is used by outside devices T Alpha software running on a PC ASCII terminal or T MonXM alarm system master to reach the AlphaMax The phone number consists of the 7 or 10 digit phone number a Device Number the Password for the selected Device Number a comma and the desired command The syntax is Phone Number Device Number Password Command When calling from an ASCII terminal to access the ASCII pass through port on an AlphaMax 82S the command is 68 Any device number can be used but the Password must be the one assigned to that Device Number The comma before the connect modem command causes a 2 second pause for the AlphaMax to respond to the call IMPORTANT The first time an AlphaMax is configured the Phone Number must contain the factory default for the Password 1 After the first download the phone number must be changed to use the downloaded Password for the selected Device Number O 13 Can1 still provision my AlphaMax version 2 2B from my T MonXM workstation or IAM A
43. g template and hardware to mount the AlphaMax control points 4 Mount Connector Block Assembly within 3 feet of the AlphaMax Do not remove 5 Jumpers are factory set If it is absolutely necessary to change cables from the jumpers or to change the fuse remove cover as follows AlphaMax or the UPS a Remove three screws while power is b Remove nut from PWR 1 jack applied c Remove bolts from DB25 connector Use only the d Rock cover back WARNING batteries e Change jumpers as needed See detail in Fig e e supplied f Reverse procedure to reinstall cover WARNING with the unit Other 6 Connect the 3 foot DB25 cable between J1 on the UPS Connector batteries will not Block and J1 on the AlphaMax provide the rated performance and 7 Connect a phone line to the RJ12 jack J5 on the AlphaMax may damage the O ENEY 8 Connect all alarm and control points at the connector block Fig 7 NOTES An electrical path from the Alarm no A pin to the Alarm no B pin causes an alarm AlphaMax model 245 uses a dry contact switch Example see Fig 7 To operate alarm point 5 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact Alarm 5B connects to the other terminal When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed AlphaMax model 246 uses switched ground or switched battery Example see Fig 7 Switched ground To operate
44. hall be liable for any other injury loss or damage whether direct or consequential arising out of the use of or the inability to use this product Purchaser shall fill out the requested information on the Product Warranty Card and mail it to DPS Telecom This card provides information that helps DPS Telecom make product improvements as well as develop new products that better suit our customer s needs Extended Warranty For an additional fee seller may make available to purchaser an extended warranty providing an additional period of time for the applicability of the standard warranty provided with hardware and software If the product malfunctions during the warranty period DPS Telecom will repair it at its option at no charge to the purchaser other than the cost of shipping to and from DPS Telecom which shall be the responsibility of the purchaser An extended warranty when purchased is made in lieu of and excludes all other warranties expressed or implied other than the standard warranty The implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular use are specifically excluded Neither seller nor manufacturer shall be liable for any other injury loss or damage whether direct or consequential arising out of the use of or the inability to use this product In Case of Failure If a product should fail while in service contact DPS Telecom for technical support Many problems are fixed with a simple phone call Have available t
45. he backup period The UPS generates an alarm at the AlphaMax s alarm point number 2 or 8 strap option when the main power supply fails or the fuse blows indicating it is now running on battery This alarm point should be configured for reverse indication RVS or normal Closed because the alarm indicates that current is no longer flowing to charge the batteries When the alarm is reported the AlphaMax will operate for up to 3 hours on the batteries Operating control point relays or much dialing activity during the discharge mode will shorten this period When power is restored the alarm clears and the unit enters the charging mode The AlphaMax is fully operational during the charging mode ON Sda Cak Uj 2004 The batteries chosen for the UPS avoid the usual memory problems associated with nicad batteries The life cycle time period is unaffected by the discharge rate Your battery will always deliver the same backup time from a full charge A complete recharge from a full drain takes approximately 16 hours Batteries will not be damaged by polarity reversal A green LED on the UPS signals that AC power is on If this LED goes off the unit is using battery power 69 Chapter Specifications Technical Description Floating Ground provides over current protection The AlphaMax uses a central microprocessor and appropriate interface circuitry for the various input and output ports Power Inp
46. he invoice to determine if the product is under warranty If the problem cannot be solved over the telephone and the product is in warranty DPS Telecom will authorize the return of the product for service and will provide shipping information If the product is out of warranty repair charges will be quoted and repairs will be made after the charges are authorized by the customer All non warranty repairs receive an additional 90 day warranty Copyright Notice All software and manuals are copyrighted by DPS Telecom Said software and manuals may not be reproduced copied transmitted or used to make a derivative work by either mechanical electronic or any other means in whole or in part without prior written consent from DPS Telecom except as required by United States Copyright laws All rights reserved Trademark Acknowledgments IBM is a registered trade mark of International Business Machines Inc Windows Windows 95 Windows 98 and Windows NT are registered trade marks of Microsoft Corp Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice DPS Telecom assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in materials or programs Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview 1 AlphaMax 82A and 82S 2 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 5 AlphaMax 82A model 245 6 AlphaMax 82A model 246
47. larm and control points at the DB25 connector on the AlphaMax 82A Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82A model 246 bipolar inputs directly connected at The installer provides alarm contacts power source and wires to the alarm and control points Do not connect J1 1 Unpack the AlphaMax and all accessories Check contents against the shipping list that is packed in the box 2 Fill out and mail the postage prepaid registration card 3 Use the enclosed mounting template and hardware to mount the AlphaMax The AlphaMax is shipped with all necessary cables for installation 4 Connect a phone line to the RJ12 jack J5 on the AlphaMax 5 Connect alarm points and controls to J1 on the AlphaMax A DB25 connector and hood are supplied in the AlphaMax cable kit Refer to Fig 4 To operate an alarm there must be an electrical path from the Alarm no A input pin to the Alarm no B return pin This model AlphaMax can use switched ground or switched battery Example see Fig 4 Switched ground To operate alarm point 5 J1 pin 7 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal of the switch or relay contact is connected to negative ground J1 pin 19 Alarm 5B connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed Switched battery To operate alarm point 5 J1 pin 7 Alarm 5A connects to
48. m point 5 J1 pin 7 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact J1 pin 19 Alarm 5B connects to the other terminal of the switch or relay contact When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed Do not connect 6a If you are using AC Power Connect the power adapter to J4 on power adaptor to the the AlphaMax then plug the adaptor into an AC outlet AlphaMax while 6b If you are using DC Power A DC supply may be connected to J1 pins 1 gnd and 14 on the AlphaMax 7 Go to Chapter 3 Software Setup on page 19 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82A with optional single connector block Adaptor Groun 0 Kk nO AC Adaptor 9VDC 3 5 mm Plug Twist collar y to lock 9 VDC Inside Ground de 6 Not Connected Via 5 Not Connected y 4 Ring ZN 3 Tip N 2 Not Connected M 1 Not Connected D Screw on Plug Comes with later models J4 j5 pa Line MDB25toF DB9cableforASCII ummm un de rane E ee at reach through port to PC ne gnp guip o Plugs in female Plugs in male DTE Plugs in female Plugs in male DTE Rew Alarms DTE connector connector on typical DTE connector connector on PC for on Alphamax DB25 terminal equipment on Alphamax DB25 configuration DB25 Male DB9 female DB25 Male DB9 female Pin 14 to Pin 2 AlphaMax 82S Pin 14 to Pin 2 Pin 1 to Pin 3 High Speed Pin 1 to Pin 3 Pin 2
49. me to complete the event If this continues to be a problem for your method of operation some of the functions that cause these events can be turned off in the Pagers Advanced window The next most common problem is an incorrectly prepared configuration file If you have changed any of the default values most defaults will be affected only if you use the advanced windows you could cause improper operation Check your selections for modem data rate and the various timing and repetition times to be sure you haven t set your AlphaMax for excessively long time periods or an extremely large number of reporting attempts Other problems are related to the AlphaMax constantly calling out to report an alarm without leaving sufficient time for an acknowledgment to come in This results in a constant bumping of heads between the AlphaMax and you trying to call in If problems persist in spite of the above suggestions follow the trouble shooting procedure in Table G Table G AlphaMax Trouble Shooting Procedure Step Verification Correction Procedure 1 Verify Power Green Status LED illuminates If AC powered Check AC outlet with a lamp or other device Is the AC transformer properly con nected at J4 Is the AC transformer plugged into an AC wall outlet IF DC Powered Check power at J1 or at the connector block Be sure polarity is correct 57 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction Step 2 Set an alarm to
50. menu appears 2 Click on Connect Click on the Monitor function button After a short delay for the computer to dial the AlphaMax the screen will show all of the connect function buttons solid 3 Click the Monitor function button The Monitor screen will appear showing the status of the 8 alarm points Alarm denotes a point in alarm Clear is a point not alarmed 4 Relays Control points can be viewed by clicking on the Relays tab A Connect to Alphamax g Connection Status g Alphamax Connected Site Name YALE MAIN OFFICE Comment DOCUMENTATION Product AlphaMax 824 Version 2 1D 2 Last Edit 06 03 1999 Time 14 32 by C Last Write 06 03 1999 Time 14 35 by C Properties File and Device MATCH BE E R E Monitor AlphaMax ioj x O as Disconnect qd Alarms Relays Pagers Display Protocol a Help Released denotes an inactive relay Active is an operated relay 5 To acknowledge an alarm click on the Ack 1 Qualifying FRONT DOOR b a o button next to the point 3 Clear EAST TRANSMITTER To acknowledge all alarms at once click the 6 Deal HIGH TEMP Ack All button The Ack 7 Clear LOW TEMP butt away 8 METI Ack SWITCH On GOES y Fig 31 Monitor mode shows the status of alarm points relays and pagers 6 To operate a control point click the Relays tab and click the Latch button next to the point The status box
51. mote craft port access Alarms sent to pagers or alarm center Software Configuration AlphaMax 82A Juro DPS Telecom Ext Conn TO DPS AlphaMax 82A and 82S are compact dial up alarm system remotes with pager access Featuring eight alarm inputs and two control outputs AlphaMax brings economical and simple alarm access to small locations that might otherwise remain unalarmed The AlphaMax 82S is identical to the AlphaMax 82A except that it may be used to access an external ASCII device via an RS232 virtual channel and that it operates on 48 VDC power It may also be configured via the RS232 port Reporting Devices Alarms can be reported to a pager that displays either an alpha or a numeric message They can also be forwarded to a monitoring center equipped with a DPS T MonXM alarm system or an in house custom monitoring system The AlphaMax can also be configured to report alarms to an ASCII terminal Configuration The AlphaMax is configured with T Alpha for Windows T AlphaW software included at no extra charge that operates on your P C under Windows 95 or Windows 98 or Windows NT The AlphaMax 82A is configured via modem only The AlphaMax 82S may be configured via modem or locally at the RS232 port T AlphaW software will also monitor the alarm inputs and operate control relays Alarm Inputs AlphaMax s opto isolated alarm inputs are normally in the active state when grounded
52. nge of State and Status reports 47 Chapter 5 Operation ASCII Terminal ASCII output can be The alarm message format for an ASCII device is used to report SITE PNT STATUS ALM MSG CLR MSG DESCRIPTION alarms to computers lt CR gt lt LF gt lt CR gt lt LF gt running custom monitoring capture files and printer logging Example FRESNO 02 0 CLEAR Freezer Door Left Open gt gt Explanation Site is FRESNO Point number is 02 Status is 0 0 no alarm 1 alarm There is no alarm message because there is no alarm Clear message is CLEAR Description is Freezer Door Left Open This message shows that a previous report of the freezer door being left open is now canceled because the freezer door is closed NOTES All responses in the ASCII alarm message format are automatically made up from the information in the configuration file 48 Chapter 5 Operation DTMF Direct Dial In How to Call In with a Dial the 7 or 8 digit phone number for the AlphaMax The AlphaMax Tone Dial Phone beeps twice when a call is answered Enter your User Number 1 4 and Password as configured under pagers pg 26 then press If A the password is valid you will hear two beeps Any other response po e means the code was invalid Two attempts are allowed before AlphaMax A WES hangs up Fifteen seconds are allowed between commands NOTES CII terminals like all paging devices have a use
53. ock The installer 1 Unpack the AlphaMax and all accessories Check contents against provides alarm the shipping list that is packed in the box contacts power source and wires to the alarm and control points 2 Fill out and mail the postage prepaid registration card 3 Use the enclosed mounting template and hardware to mount the AlphaMax NOTES Ifyou are using a DPS rack mount panel up to two AlphaMaxes and the wire wrap block can be mounted on a panel 4 Remove the wire wrap block cover 5 Mount block assembly to panel or other flat surface 6 Plug cable into AlphaMax 7 Connect a phone line to the RJ12 jack J5 on the AlphaMax 8 Connect all alarm and control points at the wire wrap block Fig 8 N ore An electrical path from the Alarm no A pin to the Alarm no B pin causes an alarm AlphaMax model 245 uses a dry contact switch Example see Fig 8 To operate alarm point 5 wire wrap block pin A 7 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact Wire wrap block pin B 9 Alarm 5B connects to the other terminal When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed AlphaMax model 246 uses switched ground or switched battery Example see Fig 8 Switched ground To operate alarm point 5 wire wrap block pin A 7 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal connects to negative gr
54. ol 1 N C D PC 150 10A 00 B 2 12 Control 1 N O panel for rack Fuse B 3 13 Control 1 Com installation B 4 fuse 14 Power Input B 5 15 Alarm 1B B 6 16 Alarm 2B B 7 17 Alarm 3B Installation B 8 18 Alarm 4B 1 Remove wire wrap block cover B 9 19 Alarm 5B 2 Mount block assembly B 10 20 Alarm 6B 3 Connect wires to alarm and control points C 1 21 Alarm 7B 4 Plug cable into AlphaMax C 2 22 Alarm 8B 5 Remove fuse C 3 23 Control 2 N C 6 Connect power C 4 24 Control 2 N O 7 Replace fuse C 5 25 Control 2 Com F 1 Fuse Input w w block only F 2 Ground Input w w block only Fig 8 Wire Wrap Block Supports One or Two AlphaMax 82As 17 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup NOTES 18 Chapter 3 Software Setup Chapter 3 Software Setup Chapter 3 Software Setup T AlphaW Software 20 Tconfig 20 Configuration Data FillIn 21 Install T AlphaW 22 Start T AlphaW 23 Define a New Device lt 24 Edit an Existing Device 25 Pagers 26 Alarms 27 Relays 28 Advanced Site Definition 29 Advanced Pagers 30 Advanced Alarms 2 2 6 eee eee a a 31 Advanced Relays
55. on 767 1234 11 68 accesses the craft port as soon as modem connections are completed To activate the TRIP protocol for normal alarm reporting when you call the AlphaMax enter 69 at the end of the dial string Table F Enter access command to cut through to ASCII access port Command Description 20 to 30 seconds of no activity Access craft port 68 Connects for ASCII through port access 69 Connect for normal alarm reporting via pagers or TRIP protocol Reset craft port access mode 52 Chapter 5 Operation Advanced Flow Chart The following Flow Chart shows how AlphaMax processes an alarm NEW ALM DETECTED ALM MUST NEW CLR QUALIFY MSG FOR BIPOLAR ALM PAGERS NO ACTIVE AUTO QUALIFY YES CALL OUT DELAY TRY AGAIN UNABLE CALL PRI DEVICE TO GET REDIAL ATTEMPTS THROUGH DELAY MSG DELIVERED DID ALLATTEMPTS BETWEEN DIALING PRIMARY AND SECONDARY NUMBERS IF CALL OUT DELAY IS GREATER IT WILL PREVAIL YES YES 30 SEC TRY AGAIN DELAY ERROR UNABLE CALL SEC TOGET YES DEVIGE THROUGH MSG DELIVERED ERROR REDIAL ATTEMPTS DELAY BETWEEN DIALING PRIMARY AND SECONDARY NUMBERS NO YES POINT REPEAT COUNT NO ACK PNT RE ARM DONE 53 Chapter 5 Operation NOTES 54 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction
56. ou have completed Advanced Site Definitions go to page 26 29 Chapter 3 Software Setup Advanced Pagers The Pagers Advanced box is used to set paging parameters define alarm reporting messages and define the characters used for periodic status reporting E T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE Mal ES File Connect Tools Help 1 Paging Parameters Alarm Reporting ate Delay peda Atami Alarm Clear Auto Ack 0 50 p Message Message Ascii Pager m ss ALARM clear E TAP Baud TAP Word Parity Stop Bits 300 y f EVEN 1 Report Report Alarm Clear Power On Periodic Status a E r iodic Status Reporting Set Defaults Eyt Advanced Fig 20 Set pager details in the Pagers Advanced window Alarm and Clear Messages are used in COS reports to Alpha pagers nore These reports show only the point that has changed Alarm and Clear Characters are used in periodic status reports to Alpha NOTE i pagers These reports list all points After you have completed Advanced Pagers go to page 27 30 Chapter 3 Software Setup Advanced Alarms The Alarms Advanced box is used to set timing polarity repetition parameters and call when clear option It is also used to define special applications for alarm point 1 and control relay 1 T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE Big ES File Connect Tools Help Alarms Advanced Ala
57. ound Wire wrap block pin B 9 Alarm 5B connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed Switched battery To operate alarm point 5 wire wrap block pin A 7 Alarm 5A connects to negative ground Wire wrap block pin B 9 Alarm 5B connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed 16 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Do not connect 9a If you are using AC Power Connect the power adapter to J4 on power adaptor to the the AlphaMax then plug the adaptor into an AC outlet AlphaMax while 9b If you are using DC Power DC power may be taken through the wire wrap block at pins F 1 and F 3 negative ground This arrangement is only suitable for 24 V operation It utilizes the fusing provided on the wire wrap block Do not remove the DB25 cable while power is applied 10 Go to Chapter 3 Software Setup on page 19 Wire Wrap Block Pin Out W W Bik DB25 Function Pin No Pin No A 1 1 Power Ground A 2 2 No Connection A 3 3 Alarm 1A A 4 4 Alarm 2A A 5 5 Alarm 3A D PC 260 10A 00 A 6 6 Alarm 4A A 7 7 Alarm 5A Fi Wire Wrap Pins typical WWB1 and WWB2 A 8 8 Alarm 6A Mount on a o d A 9 9 Alarm 7A D PC 140 10A 00 Control Gutput A 10 10 Alarm 8A or Wires B 1 11 Contr
58. ount connector block assembly within 3 feet of the AlphaMax 5 Attach DB25 cable between connector block J1 and AlphaMax J1 6 Connect a phone line to the RJ12 jack J5 on the AlphaMax 7 Connect all alarm and control points at the connector block Fig 6 An electrical path from the Alarm no A pin to the Alarm no B pin causes an alarm AlphaMax model 245 uses a dry contact switch Example see Fig 6 To operate alarm point 5 Alarm 5A connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact Alarm 5B connects to the other terminal When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed AlphaMax model 246 uses switched ground or switched battery Example see Fig 6 Switched ground To operate alarm point 5 Alarm SA connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal connects to negative ground Alarm 5B connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed Switched battery To operate alarm point 5 Alarm 5A connects to negative ground Alarm 5B connects to one terminal of a normally open switch or relay contact The other terminal connects to positive battery When the switch or relay contact closes current flows in the circuit and an alarm is sensed 8a If you are using AC Power Connect the power adapter to J4 on hot power adaptor the AlphaMax
59. port it This can also be corrected by extending the Callout Delay period in the Pagers Advanced window If your pager is an ASCII terminal you should check the Auto Ack ASCII Pager box in the Pagers Ad vanced window 58 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction Step 4 Set and ack other alarms 5 Operate a con trol point from your computer running T AlphaW soft ware in the moni tor mode or from a DTMF phone Verification Results as in steps 2 and 3 Appropriate response from controlled equipment or continuity indication on a meter You will receive a pager report that shows the control point status only if it is time for a status report to be is sued Correction Procedure If a particular alarm seems to be hav ing a problem while others pass steps 2 and 3 there could be an error in the settings for that point Be sure the primary and secondary pagers are valid properly defined and operational Check the Wait for Ack time If your pager is an ASCII terminal you should check the Auto Ack ASCII Pager box in the Pagers Ad vanced window If your are using a phone be sure you are getting an answer from the AlphaMax two beeps and that you are using the correct command see Table D The momentary activation period may be too short set in the Relays win dow 59 Chapter 6 Correcting a Malfunction NOTES 60 Chapter 7 Frequentl
60. r number Enter any of the commands listed in Table D You do not have to hang up and redial to enter additional commands When finished press before hanging up phone This will reset the AlphaMax without waiting for time out Table D Tone Dialing Operating Commands Command Description 14 84 Acknowledge Point 1 8 80 Release Relay 1 904 Release Relay 2 81 Latch Relay 1 91 Latch Relay 2 82 Momentarily Latch Relay 1 92 Momentarily Latch Relay 2 66 Request status report sent to pager after phone is hung up TIRA Acknowledge all COS alarms 68 Connect ASCII through port 82S only 69 Connect Modem NOTES Latch is electrical not magnetic Relays will release if power is lost How to Acknowledge Once logged into the AlphaMax acknowledge alarm points by Alarms pressing the respective alarm point number followed by If the entry is valid you will hear 2 beeps Any other response means the entry was invalid How to Issue To activate controls enter the desired control command from the Controls DTMF Dial In list i e 914 latches relay 2 49 Chapter 5 Operation Advanced Monitor Mode Monitor Mode allows you to view the alarm and control point status with the configuration computer 1 Click on the Connect menu at the top of the screen The Connect via Modem sub
61. r power ES Screw lug Terminals for alarm and control points Ss l Battery GP Silvacharge 8 4 volt 150 mA hr e Included capacity of 2 1 equipped Battery operating time 7 3 hours from full charge no relays operated z Battery recharge time El 5 16 hours from a full discharge 5 i e Battery Life Expectancy 500 to 1000 recharge cycles Mounting Mounts on a wall frame or rack Two keyhole shaped holes spaced 1 75 apart Matches AlphaMax hole pattern 74 Chapter 8 Specifications AlphaMax Part Numbers AlphaMax Part Number Inputs D PC 245 10C 00 8 optically isolated inputs Connect to dry contact clo sure to alarm D PC 246 10C 00 8 opto isolated bi polar inputs Connect to ground and battery to alarm AlphaMax part numbers are as follows D PC 245 22B 00 Single ended inputs pager alarm center and ASCII reporting D PC 245 22B 20 Same as D PC 245 10C 00 with extended temperature range D PC 246 22B 00 Bi polar inputs pager alarm center and ASCII reporting D PC 246 22B 20 Same as D PC 246 10C 00 with extended temperature range D PC 247 22B 00 AlphaMax 82S Single ended inputs pager alarm center and ASCII reporting serial port reach through 48 VDC 1200 Baud modem D PC 247 22B 02 As above with 2400 Baud modem o e us D gt AlphaMax 82A AlphaMax 82S High Speed Juro DPS Telecom W DPS Telecom A AAA A a a ee e Ext Conn Ert Conn TO
62. rm ay Qual Period Callwhen Normally Repetition Number pios mm ss Clear Closed Count 1 FRONT DOOR 20 M TOWER LIGHT foo pp EAST TRANSMITTER fo OW WEST TRANSMITTER fo OW Mm POWER pom Hm a HIGH TEMP fox a LOW TEMP fox pp E SWITCH os M Qual Period Seconds il T Use Alarm 1 for local ack Base Time 2econds Z Bjr eran Defaults Exit Advanced Fig 21 Set alarm details in the Alarms Advanced window NOTES gt For an explanation of any item click on the field and press F1 The context sensitive help screen will appear After you have completed Advanced Alarms go to page 28 31 Chapter 3 Software Setup Advanced Relays The Relay 1 Advanced and Relay 2 Advanced boxes are used to define derived controls A T Alphaw Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE Eile Connect Tools Help E Derived Controls Activate Relay 2 AA oe 7 A derived control is These are AND A AAA 2 relay actuation ae ni These alarms don t matter gt ol ol ol o o o which pene after a 2 logical group of marked then all 3 alarms are set or must have alarms PRActivate Relay 2 AA A E cleared You for the relay to WHEN these alarms are set gt g gt C C c c c c c control the logical actuate AND these a are clear gt C 2 Cc C o C x AND OR TRUE These alarms don t matter gt ol
63. s Import Device to convert to Please enter your initials CDH Windows format Fig 11 Your initials are recorded for future reference The T AlphaW screen will appear The New z Device definition box will be displayed Go on to page 24 Fig 12 Unique site information is entered in the Site Definition box 23 Chapter 3 Software Setup Define a New Device Site Use the information you entered in Table A to fill in the fields in the Site Definition box ME Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE al ES Elle Connect Tools Help m Pagers Alarms Relays weed Site Name rate MAIN OFFICE Comment DOCUMENTATION Site Number f Phone Number 333 3333 Fig 13 Record details about the site in the Site Definition box T AlphaW can If you need to change parameters for the AlphaMax modem click maintain several Advanced See page 29 configurations New configurations can be added and existing ones can be edited or deleted Go on to Pagers on page 26 For an explanation of any item click on the field and press F1 The NOTES context sensitive help screen will appear 24 Chapter 3 Software Setup Edit an Existing Device If you wish to edit an existing device click File on the T AlphaW menu bar 01 xi T AlphaW can Select Open CHUCK 3 YALE MAIN OFFICE DOCUMENTATION maintain several Device from the chucks 1 hee ON configurations New drop
64. s 26 device Alarms 27 Relays 28 4 Save your file 33 5 Select your Computer s modem 34 6 Download Configuration 35 7 Check Out 39 WARNING DO NOT REMOVE CABLES FROM THE ALPHAMAX xww Always use the Exit function from the Edit Menu to quit the program a NEVER turn off the computer before exiting Doing so can corrupt data files 20 Chapter 3 Software Setup Configuration Data Fill In Record information in the Table B before starting configuration Table B Configuration Data Site Name Site Definition Comment Site Number Phone Number Advanced User Number Use only to change parameters for the AlphaMax modem See Fig 19 Pagers Device Type Dial String Alpha Pager PIN Password Advanced Alarm Number Description Primary Pager User Time to wait to Secondary Pager Number of Number Acknowledge User Number times to report Use only to change paging parameters like call out delay redial attempts TAP baud word length parity and stop bits See Fig 20 Advanced Relay Number Use only to change the default settings for alarm qualification period whether to call when an alarm clears to change the polarity alarm on closed contact to alarm on open contact and the qualification period base time See Fig 21 Description
65. s control relays ASCII Port Access The AlphaMax 82S has all the features outlined above plus the ability to remotely access the craft port of a nearby device This allows you to download instructions and obtain status information from a PABX server radio etc Q 19 ts Mounting Accessories A single connector block a combination UPS and connector block and a wire wrap block are available to assist your AlphaMax installation T Alpha 48 VDC Power Normal E Configuration Mode 82A or 82S T MonXM Workstation 8 Opto Inputs or T MonDL Software 2 Relay Outputs 48 VDC Power ASCII pata 7 ott Terminal 82S l _ To CRAFT Port Fig 1 AlphaMax reports alarms to a variety of devices Chapter 1 Overview Connector Block Can be equipped with optional UPS Wire Wrap Block Fig 2 Mounting Accessories Simplify Installation Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Chapter 2 Hardware Setup The following pages tell you how to install and connect your AlphaMax There are 6 variations of hardware setup Go to the pages designated below for the type of installation you are doing Chapter 2 Hardware Setup AlphaMax 82A model 245 single ended inputs directly connected atJ1 6 AlphaMax 82A model 246 bipolar inputs directly connected atJ1 8 AlphaMax 82S model 247 single
66. s porus 35 Disconnect operer pci A ees 42 DOST 13 e abierto ee Ea 23 download ze 64 04 ra ew ae eee as 25 DPS tech SUppOrt 0 35 DEME 2300 edad a 49 DTMF Direct Dial In 49 Edit s sanash has a i a OR S 20 EX sesh bi sitene er iaa ut 20 Exit Monitor iss csss recessies 42 Extended Warranty ii FAX eu sra ey aon RE 36 Features 2 pees oe o ee Gre as 66 Fil berara asya a eGR Ge Baie a Ss 34 FRDO Ge ters Grad cs Sot eee ee S oe et 55 60 Flow Chart 52 Frequently Asked Questions 61 64 Front panel micras 51 PUC eera a aes eS ar ar fee ee 69 green background 40 Hardware Setup gt e soran eats a wina 5 18 Installshield ooo 22 Issue COMULONS cio ba ae a 4 49 Jumper AlphaMax 71 Jumper UPS s erea temak eamas 15 E 44 62 LED ias a e 44 LED Display ses 51 LEDs notcomingon 55 Eine Nam ses iio ee ao ok wc ke he pete 34 Line Properties sacres ke we 35 M model DAD ok Bate dee a RS we AE A 5 e fey ed ele ee 5 LAT ala ee ee a a Ree ae 4 5 MOdEl p e aaa pane a p ewe eee ae eH 5 MOE 455 0645 86 0 eG RGSS HK 24 63 MOM cast ee eae oe es a oe as 42 momentary control period 42 MONOT sy ee a ge ek ec hoe Gp wae eee ee 40 Monitor ss e ess eS oe ee ee OS es 40 50 Monitor Mode 0 50 N NeW DEVICE ade Bad ek de 23 24 No ASCII reach through
67. s should be followed by 2 commas to provide delay To reduce the If you need to change paging parameters click Advanced See page possibility of 30 unauthorized access change all User ID Numbers from the default For proper Alpha pager operation you need your TAP terminal phone NOTES number and your PIN Go on to Alarms on page 27 See Chapter 7 for definitions 26 Chapter 3 Software Setup Alarms If using the UPS battery backup option you may define point 2 or 8 for battery alarm CLOSED NORMAL state B T Alphaw File Connect Tools Help Site Definition Pagers Alarms Belays Click the Alarms tab at the top of the Device Definition box Use the information you entered in Table A to fill in the fields in the Alarms Definition box Device Name UNTITLED Site YALE MAIN OFFICE Alarm Dai Primary Pager Wait for Ack Secondary Pager Times to Number User Number Minutes User Number Repeat i eono e e O e of o E 3 Es ansen F 7 al al a ferme of fF Fo 5 Power Pf m F s pom e e Ff E 7 oe AAA AS Fig 17 Each alarm point can be assigned to a primary and secondary pager device If you need to change default settings for the Alarms click Advanced See page 31 Go on to Relays on page 28 27 Chapter 3 Software Setup Relays Click the Relays tab at the top of the Device Definition box
68. shows Active on red 7 To release click Latch The status box changes to Released on green 8 To operate momentarily click the Mom button next to the point The status box shows Active on red while the relay is on The status box changes to Released on green when the relay goes off 50 Chapter 5 Operation Advanced LED Display Status Juro DPS Telecom ra Fig 32 LEDs indicate AlphaMax operational status Indicators on the front panel give maintenance personnel quick diagnostics of the AlphaMax Refer to Table E for an explanation of the display Table E LED Display Descriptions LED Status Meaning Status On Power On Green Off No power The following apply only to the AlphaMax 82S High Speed version Flashing slow Red NVram not verifying needs a download Flashing slow Green NVram verified does not need a download Flashing Red Green Shows modem receive transmit activity On line Off Modem inactive Blink blink off Repeat Off hook and dialing device Listed in or der of pre Slow blink equal on off Waiting to redial cedence Rapid Blink equal on off Call in for alarm ack ing relay control status report ing or download The following apply only to the AlphaMax 82A Solid Red Modem on line The following apply only to the AlphaMax 82S High Speed version Solid Green
69. software have both been set up use the procedure on the following pages to verify that your AlphaMax is doing its job correctly Chapter 4 Checkout Connect 40 Test Alarms 41 Test Controls 42 Test Pager 43 Pager Test Feature 44 39 Chapter 4 Checkout Connect After completing installation and configuration the following routine is recommended to verify proper operation The AlphaMax 82A must be tested over a phone line because the modem NOTE B e must receive a ring signal to be activated Two phone lines are required if the testing is done on site one for the AlphaMax and one for your PC The AlphaMax 82S can be tested the same way or it can be tested locally with your computer s serial port connected to the RS232 port See Fig 5 NOTES Some of these tests require a person at the AlphaMax location Proceed as follows 1 Connect the configuration computer to the phone line or serial port if you are testing an AlphaMax 82S locally 2 Double click the AlphaMax icon on your desktop 3 Select the proper file for the AlphaMax 4 Click on the Connect menu at the top of the screen 5 Click on connect The modem will dial the AlphaMax An activity window will indicate progress After the AlphaMax answers the screen will show all function buttons solid
70. ter provided with the AlphaMax or power by DC input External Fuse Recommendation 250 mA 1 4 Amp Heat Dissipation 4 1 BTU maximum Interfaces 1 DB25 1 RJ12 Modem 212 AT Type 300 1200 baud DTMF Pulse dial internal modem with DTMF receiver Optional 2400 baud modem Protocols T Mon Remote Interface Protocol TRIP TAP Protocol for Alpha pagers ASCII Operating Temperature Range 0 to 60 Celsius 32 to 140 E for 00 option 30 to 70 Celsius 22 to 150 F for 20 option Humidity 0 to 95 non condensing Shipping Weight 3 lbs Control Output Relay Contacts 2 each form C Maximum switching voltage 60 VDC 120 VAC Maximum switching current 1 Amp AC or DC Connectors Alarms and controls connect via DB25 female connector J1 Power connects via a 3 5 mm mono jack Telephone line connects via RJ 12 type modular connector Optional screw lug terminals with external connector block Alarm Point Inputs Maximum 50 volts on inputs Model 247 8 optically isolated inputs Connect to dry contact closure to alarm Craft Port Uses some pins of the DB 25 connector RS232 1200 Baud 73 Chapter Specifications UPS Connector Block Specifications UPS Connector Block works with all AlphaMax 82A models Size 6 HX2 75 WX2 D Shipping Weight 51b Fuse value 250 mA 1 4 Amp Type GMA 5 X 20 mm gt gt Connectors DB25 for connections to AlphaMax D y Screw on jack for AC adapte
71. trix OR Activate Relay Make sure all other points in that matrix are set to the These alarms don t matter row After you have completed Advanced Relays go to Save your file Save your file When you have finished entering the configuration data click File Save Device As Type a name in the Save As box and click OK Go on to Select your computer s modem on page 34 g Save Device s SCA Description 2 Program Files YALE MAIN OFFICE DOCUMENTATION E Tconfig YALE MAIN OFFICE DOCUMENTATION 4922E YALE PUBLICATIONS j c z Save as ALPHA Fig 23 Select a directory and enter a name for your file before saving 33 Chapter 3 Software Setup Select your computers modem AlphaMax 82A connects via dial modem AlphaMax 82S can connect via dial modem or serial port at J1 Fig 5 To reduce the possibility of unauthorized access change all User ID Numbers from the default Before you can download a configuration file to the AlphaMax you must select your computer s modem or serial port AlphaMax 82S only Connect Options Click Connect The Connect options box will appear Click the down arrow in the Line Names field Select the modem or serial port you are using The list will show only those modems or ports that are equipped on your computer Most likely you have only one modem If so it will already be selected Do not change any modem or port settings
72. ut The AlphaMax uses 9 Volt DC power provided by the 120 VAC power adaptor DC power up to 27 volts from a reliable source can be connected at J1 pins 1 and 14 note that polarity is negative ground A UPS battery backup accessory is available for the AlphaMax 82A models 245 and 246 See page 69 for additional information The AlphaMax 82 S model 247 operates on 48 VDC only Alarm Inputs Models 245 amp 247 alarm inputs are optically isolated ground activated The return pins provided are over current protected therefore they should be used in preference to going directly to the power ground Model 246 alarm inputs are optically isolated ground or battery activated See Fig 34 Maximum input voltage is 50 VDC Control Outputs Form C contacts are provided with both normally open N O and normally closed N C contacts brought out to pins on connector J1 Line Modem A 212 type modem is provided operating at 300 or 1200 Baud Levels are fixed therefore no level setting pots are included Model 247 is 1200 or 2400 Baud Jumper J2 This jumper overrides all configuration settings for answering parameters and forces an answer on the second ring It is to be left in the position shown in Fig 34 unless a DPS customer support technician directs that it is to be moved LEDs indicate power status line status and alarm status Refer to Fig 32 and Table E on page 51 for a description of LED meanings Craft port rea
73. ut model 246 shown below 3 A vv A VVV m Alarm Input 1 SP Z 15 B A SMA 2 J2 is for Forced Answer Change only at the direction of DPS Technical Support Input Configuration model 245 amp 247 GND closure activated 5 82S only 247 Input Configuration model 246 DC closure activated Neg i Gnd Pins 3 10 10K y Pins 15 22 e GND closure activated Pins 3 10 f 40K Lo HEE Pins 15 22 Max 50 VDC Connector and Jumper Locations J4 J5 a J2 2 Top View Shown with cover removed J1 Fig 34 All AlphaMax functions are controlled by the central microprocessor 71 Chapter Specifications AlphaMax 82A Specifications AlphaMax 82A Juro DPS Telecom SS Se Ext Conn UE Dimensions Mounting Power Input 5 3 L x 3 1 W x 1 25 D The keyhole pattern on the back of the AlphaMax allows mounting on a wall frame or rack Two mounting holes vertically spaced 1 75 apart Power input is 9 to 27 VDC 133 mA Y 9VDC 1 2 W Use the AC adapter provided with the AlphaMax or power by DC input Battery Backup available on an external UPS connector block Heat Dissipation Interfaces Modem Protocols 4 1 BTU maximum 1 DB25 1 RJ12 212 AT Type 300 1200 b
74. witch and one control point can be configured to operate a local change of state COS indicator Visual Status Indicators LED indicators on the front of the AlphaMax provide on site personnel with power modem and alarm status information Connectors A telephone jack on the top of the AlphaMax case interfaces the modem A DB 25 connector is provided on the bottom for the alarm and control points Power connects via a 3 5mm mono plug at the top of the case or via the DB 25 connector Unattended Operation Once powered the AlphaMax runs continuously without any other operator intervention Options Quick to install connector blocks and battery backup UPS options are available 68 Chapter 8 Specifications UPS Connector Block Description UPS works only with The Connector block mounts on any flat surface near the AlphaMax AlphaMax 82A A 3 foot cable is included for interfacing the AlphaMax All alarm and control points connect at the wire wrap posts or screw lug terminals on the connector making installation quick and clean No soldering is required With the UPS Battery Backup power can be connected at a screw on jack or at the wire wrap pins or screw lug terminals A 250 ma fuse is provided on the block assembly Sd xowoydiy A Seer One or two batteries are mounted underneath the block P C board One battery is standard giving up to 3 hours of backup A two battery option may be ordered from DPS to extend t
75. y Asked Questions Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions MR ES O o es O Here are the answers to questions you might want to ask us yourself 61 Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions O Does the AlphaMax measure voltages and currents A The AlphaMax requires that all voltage and current sources be converted to equivalent contact closures by an external device Q2 How do I confirm control point operation A You can either observe the equipment being controlled for evidence of the control point s affect generator starts door unlocks etc or if operation of the controlled equipment may cause an unwanted action you can disconnect the controlled equipment and substitute a continuity tester at the control point connection point and observe it for a change in continuity O3 What does the term Released mean for a control point A The control relay has been returned to the non operated or normal state Technically speaking it means power is not applied to the relay coil causing the normally open contacts to be off and the normally closed contacts to be on O4 What about the term Active A The control relay is in the operated or non normal state Technically speaking it means power is applied to the relay coil causing the normally open contacts to be on and the normally closed contacts to be off This state is the opposite of Released Q5

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