Did you install EOL resistors in your devices (PIR's, Reed switches etc)?
I have setup my first Solution 16 plus panel at home, when I go to Zone status all of my zones say EOL = Short.
When I set the alarm it says that all zones are open and I have to hit okay to force arming, I am assuming that this relates to the EOL = Short
I am wondering what I have done wrong to make all my zones shorted? Any help will be appreciated
Last edited by hargy01; 20-07-11 at 08:18 PM. Reason: Update
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Did you install EOL resistors in your devices (PIR's, Reed switches etc)?
I used EOL resistors in the alarm, didn't use them in the PIR's or reed switches.
Just used the orange ones that came with the system which where 3k3 I think. Only have 6 zones, am I able to get rid of the resistors?
Last edited by hargy01; 20-07-11 at 09:20 PM. Reason: spelling
Check that menu 340 is still set at 5
Check that the EOL are wired in series & not across the zone I/P
The EOL should be wired in the PIR not the panel
I think you'll find the "orange" ones are the 6k8
If you want to get rid of the resistors (not recommended) then menu 340 should be set to 0
You may be right. My eyes aren't good enough to read them anymore. Orange could be red. Blue could be grey. And the ink they use nowdays leaves a lot to be desired. I regularly check them with a MM & separate them into two containers.
OK so last night I removed the eol resistors from the panel and set menu 340 to 0. The alarm works properly.
Why is not rcommended to install without EOL resistors?
If I move the resistors to the end device and set menu 340 back to 5, should that work?
With no EOL any short circuit fault condition will not present as a fault. The panel cannot distinguish between a s/c on the cabling or a short cct from the relay in the pir.
The resistor is normally placed in the pir & will provide supervision of the cabling integrity. As long as you wire them in the PIR correctly & change menu 340 to 5 then it will work.
Hargy01,
I don't mean to discourage DIY or people trying to educate themselves. However the question you've asked demonstrates a lack of knowledge coupled with a failure to use Google when some things were pointed out.
The reason I raise this, is I'm guessing you aren't installing the system on a workbench in your shed, for cheap thrills. Rather, I expect you're installing it in your home, where you expect it to protect your belongings, and quite possibly your safety.
People here are usually happy to help those with genuine questions, or whose own research has led them up against a brick wall. However with respect, I don't think you're at that impasse yet and I believe you may be doing something with some significant negative consequences that you haven't fully considered.
Dan your such a sourpuss at times
downunderdan (22-07-11)
I was giggling as I typed it, its not all doom and gloom.
Yeah but said installer takes the risk putting it in. Better than his sparky mate doing it and ####ing it up then pointing fingers....
all about having a go
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