Introduction PANELMAN 3GS is designed to provide installers with a local / remote programming software program to interface with Europlex’s Third Generation Security Control System. This versatile PC-based software greatly reduces the time spent on-site and is capable of: ! Providing all standard software programming inputs in a convenient manner. ! ! ! Providing storage of installer specific applications. Providing on-line trouble shooting/service analysis tools.
Overview Panelman 3GS will run on any 100% IBM compatible computer running MS DOS and can utilize Hayes compatible modems. Panelman 3GS is designed for on-line (real time connection with a control panel), or off-line (file set-up and manipulation for downloading) applications. Panelman 3GS communicates to the alarm panel using a proprietary communications protocol called ESCO (Europlex Serial Communications Option).
Panelman EXE Files Panelman 3GS is designed to provide easy access to all programming parameters of Europlex alarm panels. The Panelman 3GS disk contains the following three .EXE files : PMAN.EXE This file is the Panelman 3GS program file and should be installed on the PC hard disk. Panelman 3GS can be used on-line while in communication with the panel or off-line with no communications with a panel. Individual files can be set up for specific panels or for general installation sites. MAKE_LIT.
New Features Panelman 3GS has been developed to operate exclusively with the 3GS security control system. There are lots of added and improved features in this version of Panelman 3GS : 4 ! Control of up to 200 Zone Inputs, 255 Outputs, 1500 Literals. ! Accommodates up to 126 User Codes; 24-Character (x2) display. ! On-screen display of 3GS Status LEDs and PC emulates system buzzer. ! ! ! New System Status line and Software Information line. ! ! Extra print control.
System Requirements Hardware To run Panelman 3GS and communicate with a 3GS controller, the following hardware is a minimum requirement : ! 386 100% IBM Compatible PC with a minimum of 3Mb of free hard disk space available. ! ! Serial Connection Leads (see following pages). ! 512K Free Memory Space (RAM). For Remote Communication : 1 Hayes compatible modem and DM1200 Digi/modem (or second Hayes modem). Software ! DOS : Panelman 3GS is a DOS program and requires DOS version 3.2 or higher to run.
Direct Communication - Connection When programming a 3GS locally, it will be necessary to connect the PC or laptop to one of the 3GS serial ports. Your choice of port may be limited, as ports may already be in use (port 2 is generally used for DM1200). Fig 1. Direct Connect In general use the 3GS controller port 1 if possible, as its default settings (shown below) allow direct connection from Panelman. The baud rate is selectable between 2400, 4800 , 9600 up to 38,400.
Remote Communication - Connection Modem Communications Fig 2. Hardware Overview Communication via modems to the 3GS controller is a very reliable and cost effective method of remote system interrogation and maintenance. Europlex recommend the “Multitech” range of modems for use with Panelman (further enquiries should be made regarding specific model numbers). A modem MUST be connected to the PC serial port and either a modem or DM1200 must be connected to a 3GS serial port.
Remote Communication - Connection 3GS Controller to DM1200 Connect the modem serial port to controller serial port 2. The control terminal (CNTL) is located in the middle section of the 3GS main terminal block. Fig 3. 3GS - DM1200 3GS Controller to Modem Fig 4. 3GS - Modem Connect the modem serial port to controller serial port 1. If you wish to connect the modem to another port, refer to the 3GS Hardware manual for instructions. At the PC ...
Set Up 3GS Serial Port for a Modem At the RKD select “Set Data Format” Select the correct modem baud rate, parity, data Press and use and stop bits, e.g. key to scroll through the settings : the = Open for full communications = If access code is in use (ie password required) Panel assumes connection is broken and will ring back in a few seconds. Full communications will then be established. Enter the password to be forwarded by the PC (optional - leave blank if not required).
Configuring 3GS Serial Port for a DM1200 Continued from Step 1 previous page... At the RKD select “Set Data Format” Select Port 2 by pressing the rate should be set at Press the key Baud and scroll through the following options using key. Press to exit when settings are as shown. Enter the password to be forwarded by the PC Leave Blank Leave Blank Step 2 At the RKD re-select “Set Data Format” Select Port 2 by pressing the should be set at Press the 10 key.
How to Install Panelman 3GS To install Panelman 3GS follow these steps : 1. Insert Panelman Installation disk into drive A. 2. From within DOS log on to drive A. f 3. Type f (Press any key when prompted) The main Panelman program file PMAN.EXE and MAKE_LIT.EXE are now loaded to the PC hard disk and stored in a directory called PMAN_3GS. Before Running Panelman 3GS...Run MAKELIT.
Run Makelit.EXE (Cont’d) ? Note : If you wish to use controller port 2, ensure that the communications protocol has been changed to match the Panelman default settings BEFORE you run MAKELIT - these settings are shown on page 6. If you proceed without running the MAKELIT program and Panelman does not recognise the literal file, the message “No matching default format” is displayed. To run MAKE_LIT The INSTALL program will have copied MAKE_LIT.EXE to . 1. Log on to drive C. f f 2. Type 3.
Run Makelit.EXE (Cont’d) At the flashing cursor, enter a filename (max.8 characters) that corresponds to the application stored in the panel EPROM. For example, if you have a proprietary bank and press software, you could enter the filename f . When the file is saved, select Return to DOS. Panelman 3GS will now operate with your panel version. To Run Panelman 3GS To run Panelman 3GS follow these steps : 1. Log on to drive C. f 2. Type f 3.
To Run Panelman 3GS (Cont’d) The MODE SELECT screen is displayed : Select WORK ONLINE with Panel by pressing f (to work off-line see page 26). The Port Select window is displayed : Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate PC COM port and press f. Press f .To DIAL REMOTE PANEL see page 27. Use the down arrow key to select a baud rate of 2400 and press f (port 1 defaults to baud rate: 2400, parity: even). Press f. The PC will now attempt to contact the controller.
To Run Panelman 3GS (Cont’d) If successful communication is established, an On Line Connection Status message appears for a short period. ? Note: If communication has not been successful, a Retry/Abort prompt is displayed. If after a second attempt communications are still not successful, consult the “Trouble Shooting” section at the back of this manual.
Main Menu Configure Panel When CONFIGURE PANEL is highlighted in the main menu, press f to display a sub-menu of options : Press f to select a highlighted option. Set Installation Name Type an installation name and address of up to 140 characters . Zone Set Up Up to 200 zones can be assigned alphanumeric descriptions of up to 24 characters. Press o to delete descriptions on a line currently highlighted. Press q to copy highlighted text and paste when the cursor is in a new location by pressing r.
Main Menu Configure Panel User Set Up User names options and codes may be entered with this option. Type the name in when the user is highlighted. Press q to enter a code. Press r to enter options. Set Variables System variables may be typed in over existing values in the range 0-9999. Because of this, it is important that the user ensures that no illegal values are entered. For example, entering a siren delay of 0 means that the bells/siren will never activate.
Main Menu Configure Panel / Down keys to scroll through the online nodes on the system. Use the v (tab)key to move between the data fields (Inputs, Outputs, etc.) and j and i to highlight individual data. To move from Zone Number through Description to Type, hold down the k key and use j (and i to return). Press f when data is entered. Press l to exit. System Set Up - Radio PA Configure This sub-menu option allows you to configure the Hold Up Alarm (HUA) Radio PA units.
Main Menu Configure Panel System Set Up - Radio PA Button Maps (Cont’d) Use the f key to accept entered data and the g key to scroll to the next item. The j or i keys allow you to assign buttons to an option when the data is highlighted. Press l when data entry is complete. System Set Up - Pager Configuration A pager address is a number given to a pager receiver unit on the system, eg, if there are 5 units on the system they would be addressed 1 to 5.
Main Menu Print Setup This option will allow the user to print selected system settings to the local printer port (LPT1). When PRINT SETUP is highlighted in the main menu, press f to display a sub-menu of options : Highlight an item to print using h and g and select by pressing the spacebar. A marker appears beside the selection : Press f to print.
Main Menu Control Panel When CONTROL PANEL is highlighted in the main menu, press f to display a sub-menu of options : Press f to select a highlighted option. Inhibit System Zones A list of zone descriptions is displayed along with the current state of each zone and its inhibit status. Zones may be inhibited provided they are not in a DISCON (disconnected) state. Highlight a zone and press the Spacebar to toggle the inhibit status between Active and Inhibited.
Main Menu Control Panel View System Log Select this option to view the current system log. The display scrolls through the log showing the most recent events first. To stop the display scrolling press n - to print the display press n again. To continue viewing press l. Execute Immediate Command This option provides the facility to type in and execute a literal command. A simple example would be to set output and f. Output 2 should now set.
Main Menu Control Panel Monitor HUA Radio PAs This option provides the facility to view the configuration of HUA Radio PA units on the system. The data you are viewing in this menu can be entered from within Panelman in the following menus : ! ! ! Radio PA Configure (page 18) Radio PA Button Maps (page 18) Pager Configuration (page 19) The display shows RPA Number, Description and Serial number, along with the Pager receiver unit address.
Main Menu Terminal Mode This menu option allows the PC to mimic a 3GS Remote Keypad Display (RKD). All keyboard input is sent directly to the controller and the PC screen responds in real-time operating as an RKD display. Mode keys may be selected by holding down k and pressing certain function keys (see below). Options which utilise the RKD Shift key to select letters may now be executed by entering the letters directly. For example, at the RKD selects “S” for “Set Data Format”.
Main Menu Literal Edit Type in the number of the literal to be edited and press f. The current contents of the literal will be displayed and may be edited in the normal way. Spaces are not always necessary between commands but they do make the literal more readable and they should be included if possible. Download Set Up This menu option allows you to download a file you have created in Panelman containing setup information for an installation.
Working Off Line This option will allow you to create a new file or edit an existing file without being connected to the controller. The file may be downloaded to the controller at a later stage (either remotely or via a direct connection). Highlight WORK OFFLINE WITH FILE and press f. To work on an existing file select one from the displayed list and go to page 15. Three of the seven ON LINE menu options are available.
Dial Remote Panel If your system has been correctly configured for remote communication (see pages 7-10) this menu will dial out to the remote location phone number. When WORK ONLINE WITH PANEL is highlighted press f. Select the correct COM port and the ON LINE MODE screen is displayed : Highlight DIAL REMOTE PANEL and press f , screen shows : Press f and the SETUPS ON DISK screen is displayed.
Dial Remote Panel The screen shows : Ensure the correct telephone number is entered at DIAL STRING Scroll through the options using g and h and ensure that the communications protocol is correct, BAUD RATE etc. Default modem parity is set as EVEN. If your modem uses PARITY : NONE, use q to change this setting. : ATD . Press n to accept data. If this is a new file communications are initiated. If it is an existing file press f to send the highlighted file. A PROGRAMMING MODEM message is displayed.
Terminal (test modem) This option allows you perform two functions : ! Temporarily change Panelman’s communications protocol ! Type in modem commands which re-configure your modem settings If you have not established successful communications, by changing settings and entering various commands you can immediately identify any incompatible settings. The operator should have a basic understanding of modem control commands before using this option. Select RUN TERMINAL MODE in the normal fashion.
Terminal (test modem) p Echo : The choice to echo command mode characters or not. When set ON, typed characters that are sent to the modem are echoed back and displayed. q r l Word Length : Set to Seven or Eight data bits as required. Stop Bits : Set to One or Two stop bits. Try again. Returns you to MODEM CONNECTION screen where you change your file settings and attempt to communicate again. Note that the settings you select in TERMINAL mode are only valid in this mode.
Translating Panelman 3GS The text which appears on the screen when Panelman is running is stored in 3 files: HINT.RES, HELP.RES, PMAN.RES These files may be edited using any standard editor or word processor. There are no control characters used in these files. Each of the files has a short introductory section at the beginning which will help explain the structure of the file and its role in the Panelman program. HINT.RES No new section can be added to this file.
Translating Panelman 3GS ! ? Having changed text in this file the same change must be made in HELP.RES otherwise the context sensitive help will not work. Note: The text must be identical. For example, it is case sensitive: YES ¹ yes. IMPORTANT points to remember when translating text. 32 ! When you translate text in HELP.RES, you MUST make the exact same change in PMAN.RES (and visa versa). ! Menu text has spaces added to keep all entries the same length.
Setusers.EXE This file is used to assign options to Panelman 3GS users. It is not advisable to install Setusers on the PC harddisk, but rather to run it from the floppy drive. To run Setusers... To run SETUSERS follow these steps: 1 Insert the Panelman 3GS Installation disk into drive A. 2 Log on to drive A. f 3 Type f The user set-up screen is displayed : Use the h and g keys to scroll through the list of users. The cursor will be flashing on the default user name.
Setusers.EXE (Cont’d) Scroll through the list and use the Spacebar to toggle options on or off for the selected user. When options are assigned, press l to exit. When assigning options to all users is completed, press l to exit to DOS. Copying PMAN.PSW You must now copy the file PMAN.PSW to the directory C:\PANELMAN .To achieve this: 1 Log on to drive C. f 2 Type f 3 Type Data Directories Panelman 3GS Supports multiple data directories.
Troubleshooting During Program execution... If Panelman 3GS doesn’t startup or run correctly Make sure there is enough free disk space (approx. 3M Bytes). Make sure there is enough free memory (at least 512K bytes). If using a Windows DOS box check if the program runs correctly in DOS mode first. Can’t get access to Panelman 3GS or access to some menus Check user setup and codes using the SETUSERS utility. The default user 1 code is “MASTER”.
Troubleshooting (Cont’d) Make sure your modem is turned on. page... Cont’d next If you modem doesn’t respond to Panelman 3GS (cont’d) Make sure you selected the correct COM port. Check your serial cable connection again. Run the Modem Terminal function in Panelman 3GS and check your modems functions as recommended by the modems manufacture manual. Check the modem set-up parameters in the file PMCONFIG.TXT are correct.
Index A About this User Guide 1 Access Code 9 10 Access Control 6 B Baud Rate 6 9 10 Before Running Panelman 11 C Configure Panel 16 Connect Controller to DM1200 8 Modem 8 PC to Modem 8 F Output Control 21 Overview 2 U Function Keys 16 H P V Hardware Overview 7 Hardware Requirements 5 Help 1 HELP.RES 31 HINT.RES 31 HUA Monitor Radio PAs 23 Radio PA Button Maps 18 Radio PA Configure 18 Pager Configuration 19 Panelman 3GS .
