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SuperBus 2000 Concord 4 GSM Module
Installation Instructions
Installation
Before you install the system, the module must be activated (see Account creation on page 6). The account creation process auto- matically activates the module within 24 hour.
Installation consists of finding a good mounting location for the module to optimize wireless signal strength, mounting the module, wiring the module, and installing a case tamper.
Installation guidelines
Use the following installation guidelines:
•The module draws a maximum of 65 mA (continuous) in PowerSave mode and 100 mA (continuous) in Idle Mode and Connected Mode from the panel. The module can draw up to 1600 mA (instantaneous peaks) from the panel.
•Do not exceed the panel total output power when using panel power for bus devices and hardwired sensors (refer to your panel documentation).
•Use
Table 3. Maximum wire length
Gauge | Maximum wire length to panel |
22 gauge | 40 ft. (12.2 m) |
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18 gauge | 90 ft. (27.4 m) |
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Tools and supplies needed
You will need the following tools and supplies:
•Small blade and Phillips screwdriver.
•Drill and bits for screws and/or anchors.
•Wire cutter/stripper.
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•#6 panhead screws (4 included).
•Wall anchors (4 included).
•2 Kohm EOL resistor (included).
Module location guidelines
Use the following guidelines to choose a location for the module:
•Check the signal strength before choosing a location. Do a walking signal strength test by powering the module off the battery directly (connect the GND and +12V terminals).
After two minutes, GSM status LED 4 will flash between one and five times, equivalent to the number of bars on a cell phone. We recommend a signal level of two or higher.
•Avoid mounting the module in areas with excessive metal or electrical wiring, such as furnace or utility rooms.
•Locate the module near an outside wall, preferably on an upper level.
•Leave 12 to 18 in. (30 to 45 cm) of open space above the module for the antenna.
•For homes or businesses located in canyons or with hills nearby, it is necessary to place the antenna higher in the building.
Mounting
To mount the module, do the following:
1.Press down on the top of the enclosure cover (Figure 3) and set it aside.
Figure 3. Removing the cover
Press down here
2.Screw the antenna onto the antenna jack (Figure 4).
Figure 4. Antenna jack and mounting holes | |
Mounting | Antenna |
hole | jack |
Mounting | Mounting |
hole | hole |
Wire access area |
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CAUTION: You must be free of static electricity before handling electronic components. Touch a grounded metal surface before touching the circuit board.
3.Place the module backplate on the wall at the desired mounting location, check for level, and mark the three mounting holes and the wire access area (Figure 4). Be sure to leave at least 12 to 18 in. (30 to 45 cm) above the back- plate for the antenna.
4.Set the backplate aside and drill holes at the mounting and wire access area locations.
5.Use wall anchors where studs are not present and secure the backplate to the wall with the enclosed screws.
