DSC Classic PC580 Manuel d'instructions

1IntroductionWelcome to the DLS-2 Downloading Software!This manual explains how to use the DLS-2 Downloading Software for Windows.Before installing an

10Section ThreeThe Account ManagerThe Account Manager allows you to organize your downloading accounts into folderswhich are then organized into Group

11Opening an Account Manager GroupFrom the Folder menu, select “Open Account Manager Group...”. Select the desiredGroup from the list displayed. Only

12Changing an Account Manager Group NameNote that a user must have the following User Permissions assigned to them or they willnot be able to change t

13Managing FoldersFolders hold all accounts that are created by the user and allow for better organizationof the existing accounts. For example, two f

14Deleting a FolderSelect the desired folder by clicking on it’s name. From the Folder menu, select “DeleteFolder...”. With the Delete Folder window d

15Managing AccountsAn account holds all programming information for a customer’s security system. Youselect the model and version number of the securi

16Account Information WindowIn this window, you can review and/or change the information for the currentlyselected account. To display the Account Inf

17When the account is created, it is assigned a DLS-1 Identifier by DLS-2. TheDLS-1 Identifier is an 8 digit number that is used with DLS-1 accounts w

18Delete AccountSelect the account to be deleted inthe Account Manager window. Withthe desired account selected, select‘Delete...’ from the Account me

19Importing DLS-1 AccountsNOTE: This option will not be shown in the account menu unless the support forDLS-1 account was selected during installation

2Section OneHardware and Software RequirementsYou will need the following hardware to run the DLS-2 software:• 80486 DX4 or higher IBM PC or compatibl

20Account Already ExistsWhen copying an account into afolder with accounts with the samename, this window will be displayedto advise of the condition.

21Note that the Batch File may be edited after it has been created by selecting“Create DLS-1 Batch File...” from the Account menu again.Refer to the D

22PC4000PC4010 Version 1.0PC4020 Version 1.0PC580PC1555PC1575PC5010PC5015PC4010/4020 v2.xPC4010/4020 v3.0PC4020KT v1.0These account types allow you to

23Using the Search FunctionThe Search function will allow you to search the Account Names in the AccountDatabase and the DLS-1 Identifiers shown in th

24Opening the Account DatabaseThis function allows you to review orchange the Account Information forthe currently selected account.Select “Open Accou

25Opening an AccountTo open an account for review or programming, double click on the desired account,or select an account and select “Open Account...

26Section FourSection Four explains the following:• how to prepare control panels for downloading• how to accept an incoming call (DLS-2)• how to acce

27Maxsys PC4010 v2.1 and lower, PC4020 v2.1 and lower, and PC4020KT,all versionsMake note of the Downloading Access Code and Panel ID Code which can b

28Maxsys PC4010 and PC4020 Version 3.0Make note of the Downloading Access Code and Panel ID Code which can beprogrammed in the DLS Section.This sectio

29PC1150 - Version 1.XMake note of the Downloading Access Code programmed in Section [27] and the PanelIdentifier Code programmed in Section [28]. The

3Compatible Control Panels (through DLS-1 v6.5)During installation of DLS-2, there is the option to include support for older panel typesthrough the u

30To Have the Control Panel Call the Computer1.If the system is to periodically call the downloading computer, turn ON Light[3] in Section [14] to ena

31PC1555 Version 2.X, PC5010 Version 2.0, PC5015 Version 2.2 and PC580Version 2.1Make note of the Downloading Access Code programmed in Section [403]

32PC1575 Version 1.XMake note of the Downloading Access Code programmed in Section [73] and the PanelIdentifier Code programmed in Section [74]. You m

33To Have the Control Panel Call the Computer1.If the system is to periodically call the downloading computer, turn ON Light[5] in Section [70] to ena

34PC3000 - Version 7.5LMake note of the Downloading Access Code programmed in Section [26] and the PanelIdentifier Code programmed in Section [48]. Yo

35To Have the Control Panel Call the Computer1.If the system is to periodically call the downloading computer, turn ON Light[7] in Section [49] to ena

36PC5010 - Version 1.XMake note of the Downloading Access Code programmed in Section [403] and thePanel Identifier Code programmed in Section [404]. Y

37WLS900 - Version 2.2Make note of the Downloading Access Code programmed in Section [72] and theSystem Identifier Code programmed in Section [73]. Yo

38Waiting For a Panel to CallThis function is used to place the DLS-2 in automatic answer mode when an incomingcall from a control panel is expected.

39Wait For a Panel to Call Mode - DLS-1 (DLS-1 supported panels only)IMPORTANT: If you intend to use Waiting for Panel to Call Mode or Batch Mode with

4Installing the DLS-2 SoftwareTo install DLS-2, ensure that your hard disk drive has at least 10 megabytes of free diskspace. When installed, the DLS-

40The Communications WindowWhen you start a DLS-2 session, two applications are opened: the main DLS-2 windowand the DSC Communications window. When

41Status BarAt the bottom of the Communications Window is a Status Bar. The Status Baris used to display communications related messages such as ‘Uplo

42Communications FunctionsInitializing the ModemTo initialize the modem, select the Initialize Modem icon. DLS-2 will thenadvise that the initializat

43Downloading and UploadingThere are two different types of downloading and uploading options in the DLS-2software:• Global downloading and uploading•

44Window Downloading and UploadingWindow Downloading and Uploading allows you to download or upload a specific partof the alarm system’s programming i

45DLS-1 CommunicationsWhen you open a DLS-1 account, DLS-2 will close the Communications windowreinitialize the modem. If the modem initializes proper

46Communicating via PC-LinkDo not use the PC-Link option unless you will be communicating with accounts that arev3.0 or later. Disable this option whe

47Section FiveDLS-1 AccountsNOTE: DLS-2 cannot access DLS-1 accounts unless you are using DLS-1v6.5. Previous versions of DLS-1 cannot be used.Types o

48When the right-most end of each tree branch on the program tree is selected, a screenwill be displayed that will allow editing of programming inform

49DLS-2 Account ProgrammingSee the DLS-2 help file for more information on account programming.You can reach some programming sections in more than o

5Section TwoUsing the DLS-2 Software For The First TimeThis section of the manual describes how to start up and log on to the DLS-2 softwarefor the fi

50PC4400 Output Module IconClick on this icon to program RS-232 module functions.Escort4580 Voice Prompting Module IconClick on this icon to open a DO

51Signature Graphic LegendThe Legend indicates how Communication Error, Module Low Voltage, Module Tamperand Module Normal Diagnostic conditions for e

52Adjusting the Signature Graphic DisplayThe spacing of the icons within the Signature Graphic may be adjusted by editing theDLS.INI file.When making

53Section SixOther DLS-2 FunctionsThe DLS-2 also allows you to:• create DLS-2 users• change the language used for DLS-2 displays• configure the modem•

54Delete...Delete...Delete...Delete...Delete...Click on this button to delete the user shown in the Logon Name field. Whenthe Delete User window appea

55Grant All GroupsGrant All GroupsGrant All GroupsGrant All GroupsGrant All GroupsGrant access to all groups to the user by clicking on the “Grant All

56Creating PasswordsPasswords allows you to change the password for the user displayed in theLogon Name field. A password is used on the Log On window

57Assigning PermissionsPermissions allows you tocontrol the user’s access toDLS-2 functions.To grant permission to use afunction, double-click on thed

58Access Code Maintenance: allows the user to change Access CodeMaintenance SettingsCreate Batch File: allows the user to create a batch file for the

59Editing a LanguageFrom the Options menu, select System Options. The System Options window willbe displayed.Language(s) in DatabaseLanguage(s) in Dat

6After you log on, the software will display the Account Manager window for the [DLS2Fixed Disk Group], and the software will attempt to initialize th

60Edit LanguageWhen the “Edit (Translate)” button is selected, the Edit Language window will bedisplayed.In the Select Module to Edit field there are

61Translate WindowWhen the “Edit” button in the Edit Languate window is selected, theTranslate window will be displayed.The “Original” list indicates

62hand Phrase field and enter the number of the desired phrase and then pressenter to go to the desired phrase.· Use the scroll bars to scroll through

63Modem ConfigurationThe Modem Configuration window allows the type of modem being used forcommunications when communicating with any PC4010/4020 v2.X

644.4.4.4.4. Click the button for the Com PortCom PortCom PortCom PortCom Port field to scroll through the list of COMports.Only COM ports that are p

6513.13.13.13.13. If the DSC MD12 is the selected modem then one of the following baudrate options can be selected:Always use 300 -Always use 300 -Alw

66Modem Support WindowClicking the Advanced button in the Modem Configuration window willdisplay the Modem Support window. Refer to your modem instru

67System LogThe System Log provides a record of computer and DLS-2 activity. The Time and Dateof each event are indicated, along with the Log On Name

68Open Backup Log(s)Open Backup Log(s)Open Backup Log(s)Open Backup Log(s)Open Backup Log(s)The DLS Software will automatically create a backup file o

69Appendix ATroubleshootingCommunications Troubleshooting1. “The Modem has failed reinitialization. Please check that the modem is on and“The Modem

7Creating Folders and AccountsIf this is your first DLS-2 session, there will be no folders or accounts present in theaccount manager window for the D

706. “Panel that called could not be identified. Communications cancelled.”“Panel that called could not be identified. Communications cancelled.”“Pan

7113. While on-line with any DLS-1 account or the Escort4580, and when communicationsis idle, the DOS window for the account should be brought to the

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DownloadingSoftwareFor WindowsVersion 1.3

76iIntroduction 1Welcome to the DLS-2 Downloading Software! ... 1Section One 2Hardware and Software Requirements ...

77Creating a Batch File ... 20Deleting a Batch File...

78Section Five 47DLS-1 Accounts ... 47Types of DLS-1 Accounts ...

79ivNOTES:

8Finding a Programming SectionOnce you have selected a programming area by clicking on the control panel or amodule icon, use one of the following met

9Displaying the Communications WindowThe Communications window may be brought to the top of the desktop in several ways:Use the ALT and TAB keys to sc