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3.3 SUPERVISED BELL/SIREN OUTPUT

Bell output will supply 600mA of current at 12V

. The output is

supervised and power limited. If unused, connect a 1kΩ termination

resistor to across BELL+ and BELL- terminals to prevent tamper

event generation. Bell output is protected from over-current by an

electronic fuse.

3.4 AUX POWER OUTPUT

For powering wired sensors that require 12V

, connect respective

wires to the AUX+ and AUX- power terminals. Output is monitored

for short circuit and current limited. All devices connected to these

terminals should not draw more than 800mA of current. While

operating on battery, voltage output will vary between 10 and 14

. AUX and BELL terminals share the same protection device,

so an over-current or short circuit condition on AUX terminals will

also render BELL output inoperable (two tamper events will be

generated).

3.5 PROGRAMMABLE PGM OUTPUT

PGM output is a single-pole, normally open solid state relay output.

Maximum current is 150mA – for larger currents an external relay

is required. Maximum allowed voltage is 24V

/ V

rms

. Maximum

on-state resistance is 8Ω. PGM output default setting is switching

to GND when activated. It can be also conﬁ gured to switch to AUX+

voltage level by changing the built-in jumper position. To change the

jumper position, follow this procedure:

1 power-off your Zipabox

2 remove any wires connected to Z, IN, BAT, AUX, BELL, PGM or

COM terminals

3 remove any modules connected to Security module (including

Zipabox)

4 locate two screws on the underside of the Security module and

unscrew them

5 while holding the underside of the security module in one hand,

press lightly on the longer side of the module topside and carefully

slide the topside of the module off

6 locate the jumper cap on the top board of the module and adjust

it accordingly

7 slide the top cover back onto the module, carefully align both sides

of the case and gently press them together to close the gap

8 reverse actions from steps 4 to step 1

Figure 1 – Jumper cap positions

4.1 SYSTEM FAILURES

This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as

possible. There are circumstances, however, involving ﬁ re, burglary,

or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection.

Any alarm system of any type may be compromised deliberately or

may fail to operate as expected for a variety of reasons. Some but not

all of these reasons may be:

4.2 INADEQUATE INSTALL ATION

A security system must be installed properly in order to provide

adequate protection. Every installation should be evaluated by a

security professional to ensure that all access points and areas are

covered. Locks and latches on windows and doors must be secure

and operate as intended. Windows, doors, walls, ceilings and other

building materials must be of sufﬁ cient strength and construction to

provide the level of protection expected. A reevaluation must be done

during and after any construction activity.

4.3 CRIMINAL KNOWLEDGE

This system contains security features which were known to be

effective at the time of manufacture. It is possible for persons with

criminal intent to develop techniques which reduce the effectiveness

of these features. It is important that a security system be reviewed

periodically to ensure that its features remain effective and that

it be updated or replaced if it is found that it does not provide the

protection expected.

4.4 ACCESS BY INTRUDERS

Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point,

circumvent a sensing device, evade detection by moving through

an area of insufﬁ cient coverage, disconnect a warning device, or

interfere with or prevent the proper operation of the system.

4.5 POWER FAILURE

Control units, intrusion detectors, smoke detectors and many

other security devices require an adequate power supply for proper

operation. If a device operates from batteries, it is possible for the

3.6 BATTERY

To achieve power standby times, connect a sealed, rechargeable lead

acid or gel type battery to terminals marked BAT+ and BAT. Failure to

observe correct polarity will result in a burnt fuse! Security module

charges the battery with maximum of 400 mA, ﬂ oat voltage is 13.5-

13.8 V

. Standby duration times will depend on battery capacity and

number of powered devices connected to AUX terminals, and also

on other devices connected to other Zipabox modules. Minimum

recommended battery capacity is 4Ah, and if no powered sensors

or USB devices are connected to Zipabox, this battery will provide 12

hour standby. Battery capacity will deteriorate with age and number of

charge/discharge cycles, so it’s recommended to replace the battery

every 3-5 years. Battery terminals are protected against reverse

polarity with a diode crowbar circuit, and reversing the battery polarity

will DESTROY the fuse. In order to restore battery functionality, fuse

will need to be replaced. Procedure to replace the fuse:

1 obtain a good quality mini blade automotive fuse rated for 3A or 5A,

such as Littelfuse 0297003.WXNV

2 remove any wires connected to Z, IN, BAT, AUX, BELL, PGM or

COM terminals

3 remove any modules connected to Security module (including

Zipabox)

4 locate two screws on the underside of the Security module and

unscrew them

5 while holding the underside of the security module in one hand,

press lightly on the longer side of the module topside and carefully

slide the topside of the module off

6 remove the PCB assembly from plastic casing

7 holding the lower PCB, carefully pull the upper PCB upwards

8 locate the fuse on the underside of the PCB, remove the old fuse

from the holder and replace it with a new one

9 reverse actions from steps 7 to step 1

Figure 2 – Underside of the top PCB

3.7 SERIAL PORT

Security module features an UART port, which can be conﬁ gured to

be either RS-232 or RS-485. RS-232 mode is supported in 3-wire

mode (no hardware ﬂ ow control). RS-485 is supported in a two-wire,

half duplex mode. Bus biasing (680Ω ) and termination (120Ω ) is built-

in. If using port in RS-232 mode, connect your equipment to ports

marked RS-232-TX, RS-232-RX and GND. If using port in RS-485

mode, connect your equipment to terminals marked RS-485-A, RS-

485-B and GND (if applicable).

Use only 26-20AWG / 1.5mm

wire and strip 9-11 mm of insulation

prior to inserting wire. To insert wire, gently push orange tab, insert

stripped wire end and then release tab. To select active mode of

the serial port, login to my.zipato.com and click on “Total devices”,

locate “Security module” in the drop-down list and click on it. On

the left pane, select tab “Conﬁ guration”. Select appropriate mode

for the serial port, click “Save” and close the “Devices” window.

Click “Synchronize” to transfer the settings to your Zipabox.

4.0 NOTE TO INSTALLERS

This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in

contact with system users, it is your responsibility to bring each item

in this warning to the attention of the users of this system.

batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be

charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a device operates

only by AC power, any interruption, however brief, will render that

device inoperative while it does not have power. Power interruptions

of any length are often accompanied by voltage ﬂ uctuations which

may damage electronic equipment such as a security system. After

a power interruption has occurred, immediately conduct a complete

system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.

4.6 FAILURE OF REPLACEABLE BATTERIES

For wireless sensors the expected battery life is a function of the

device environment, usage and type. Ambient conditions such as

high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature

ﬂ uctuations may reduce the expected battery life. While each

transmitting device has a low battery monitor which identiﬁ es when

the batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as

expected. Regular testing and maintenance will keep the system in

good operating condition.

4.7 COMPROMISE OF RADIO FREQUENCY

WIRELESS DEVICES

Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which

could include metal objects placed on or near the radio path or

deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal interference.

4.8 SYSTEM USERS

A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch

possibly due to permanent or temporary physical disability, inability

to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct

operation. It is important that all system users be trained in the

correct operation of the alarm system and that they know how to

respond when the system indicates an alarm.

4.9 SMOKE DETECTORS

Smoke detectors that are a part of this system may not properly alert

occupants of a ﬁ re for a number of reasons, some of which follow:

The smoke detectors may have been improperly installed or

positioned.

Smoke may not be able to reach the smoke detectors, such as

when the ﬁ re is in a chimney, walls or roofs, or on the other side

of closed doors.

Smoke detectors may not detect smoke from ﬁ res on another

level of the residence or building.

Every ﬁ re is different in the amount of smoke produced and the

rate of burning. Smoke detectors cannot sense all types of ﬁ res

equally well.

Smoke detectors may not provide timely warning of ﬁ res caused

by carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent

explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of ﬂ ammable

materials, overloaded electrical circuits, children playing with

matches or arson.

Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be

circumstances when there is insufﬁ cient warning to allow all

occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.

4.10 MOTION DETECTORS

Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated

areas as shown in their respective installation instructions. They

cannot discriminate between intruders and intended occupants.

Motion detectors do not provide volumetric area protection. They

have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be detected

in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect

motion which occurs behind walls, ceilings, ﬂ oor, closed doors, glass

partitions, glass doors or windows. Any type of tampering whether

intentional or unintentional such as masking, painting, or spraying of

any material on the lenses, mirrors, windows or any other part of the

detection system will impair its proper operation. Passive infrared

motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature.

However their effectiveness can be reduced when the ambient

temperature rises near or above body temperature or if there are

intentional or unintentional sources of heat in or near the detection

area. Some of these heat sources could be heaters, radiators, stoves,

barbecues, ﬁ replaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so on.

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Position 1 (default):

PGM switches to GND

Position 2:

switches to AUX+

Fuse inserted into fuse holder