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Paradox RF Expander

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Paradox RF Expander

Overview

The Paradox™ RF Expander Module (P/N: 995025) is an “F” Type RS485 LAN based module that provides an interface for Paradox™ Magellan wireless devices, such as PIRs, reed switches, smoke detectors, and remote control fobs (REM1, REM2, REM3, REM15, REM25, and REM101). It supports bi-directional audible and visual feedback for selected fobs during arming/disarming and output control.

Note: The Paradox RF Expander is NOT designed to work with wireless Repeaters.

Technical Details

  • Part Number: 995025
  • Power Supply Input: 11V to 14V DC
  • Current Consumption: 65mA
  • Zone Inputs: 32 Wireless zones per module
  • Auxiliaries: 4 (Virtual Auxiliaries only, no physical outputs on the board)
  • RF Frequency Band: 433 MHz (default for AU/NZ) or 868 MHz (Switchable via Frequency Band Selection link on the RTX3 PCB)
  • Dimensions: 166mm (W) x 150mm (H) x 32mm (D) (not including antennae)
  • Installation Environment: 0° to 50°C, 15% to 85% Relative humidity (non-condensing)
  • Compatibility: Integriti Controller (V1.0 or later, V17 or later recommended), Inception Controller (V1.0 or later)

Supported Devices

  • PIR’s: PMD1P, PMD75, PMD85
  • Wireless Door Contacts: DCT10, DCTXP2, DCT2
  • Remote Control FOBS: REM1, REM2, REM3, REM15, REM25, REM101
  • Asset Protector: GS250
  • Panic Pendant: REM101
  • Smoke Detectors: SD738

System Inputs Monitored

The RF LAN Expander monitors the following conditions:

  • Transmitter Low Battery
  • Transmitter Poll Fail
  • Transmitter RF Jam
  • Cabinet Tamper
  • Module Low Volts
  • LAN Fail

Terminal Pinouts

RS485 LAN and Power (T1)

TerminalLabelFunctionConnection Notes
T1.1LAN+Power Input (+)11V-14V DC Input.
T1.20VPower Input (-)Reference Ground.
T1.3ARS485 LAN AData A.
T1.4BRS485 LAN BData B.

Configuration / Programming

LAN Wiring

Connects directly to the RS485 LAN via LAN+, 0V, A, and B terminals on the LAN Module PCB. If powered from an external battery-backed power supply, connect the +12V from the external supply to LAN+. Positive (+) connections from two different power supply sources must not be connected together.

DIP Switch Settings (Module Numbering)

The Module number is set to a value from 1 to 99 using DIP switches 1 to 7.

  • The Module number equals n + 1, where n is the binary number set on the DIP switches.
  • Switch 8 must remain OFF.

Troubleshooting

LAN Module PCB Fault LEDs

  • L1 (RX) ON, L2 (TX) ON: Module is un-addressed. Check LAN 0V, A & B connections.
  • L1 (RX) OFF, L2 (TX) ON: Module type unknown. Firmware upgrade required to Control Module.
  • L1 (RX) Flash, L2 (TX) ON: Duplicate Module. This module number is already in use.
  • L1 (RX) Flash, L2 (TX) Flash: Module number selected is too big for Control Module memory size or memory configuration. Select a lower module number.
  • L1 (RX) ON, L2 (TX) OFF: Too many modules on the Network.
  • L3 (SYS) ON: Connector T3 (4-way cable) not connected to RTX3 Serial Port, or RTX3 Receiver board not operational.
  • L3 (SYS) Fast Flash: RTX3 communications OK.

Paradox RTX3 Receiver PCB Indicator LEDs

  • POWER: ON = OK (10.5V to 16V DC). OFF = Power Off.
  • BUS: ON = Clock and data are OK. OFF = No clock or data exchange.
  • RF - RX: Flashes green when receiving data.
  • RF - TX: Flashes green when transmitting data (e.g., to REM2 or REM3 remote).

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