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Programming

System options are contained in EEPROM. Each programmable section of memory has a 4 digit location and a three
digit value. To reduce the amount of programming necessary, each location is supplied with a default value. The
programming process can be simplified and the chances of programming errors can be reduced by obtaining a copy
of the Windows 95 based PC software available from APEX, the BBS at 919-954-0318 or our web site at
www.ademco.com/apex/apexhome.htm. The BBS settings are no parity, 8 bits with 1 stop bit, and connection
speeds up to 28.8 baud.

Program Mode

To program new values into memory locations, it is necessary to first place the system into program mode. This is
achieved in the same manner from a keypad or remote telephone; from keypad mode (anytime the system is in an
idle state) enter the service code (factory default of 9,1,7,3). The system will respond with ENTER PROGRAM
MODE. The LED's on keypads will turn off.

Locations and Values

Programming requires the entry of a valid 4 digit program location followed by the entry of a 3 digit programming
value. When a valid program location is entered, the inside speaker will emit one beep. Press the H (# from
telephone), the system will speak the current value in the location. To establish a new value, reenter the 4 digit
location and type the desired new value after the single confirmation beep. The system will confirm the new
program value by speaking the location followed by the value. To cancel a current program location at any time
prior to the system speaking the programming confirmation, press A (* from telephone), at that point a new location
can be entered. If the system responds with three beeps after a location is entered, an invalid location has been
entered. Values entered into undocumented locations may cause spurious system operation.

Exiting Program Mode

To exit program mode, enter 9,8,9,9, instead of a program location, the system will respond with EXIT PROGRAM
MODE." If a key (or digit) is not pressed within the time period programmed in location 0557, the system will
automatically exit program mode.