Problem with DSC Power 832 PC5010
#1
10-24-05, 02:59 PM
Problem with DSC Power 832 PC5010
I've had a DSC Power 832 PC 5010 since 1997 and except changing the 124/16.5VAC transformer, it's been no problem till now. While away, I lost power. The transformer was open so I changed it to a new one and it still had now power. It has power at the main board and the fuse is ok. I suspect it may be the board itself. Perhaps it was fried during a power surge. I noticed on the board lower left corner that something black appears to have burnt and dripped down on the board. Don't know if that's the problem but perhaps it is.
I'm thinking about changing the main board by switching the wires as they are presently attached to the new board. That's easy. However, will I need to re-program the system. It is not monitored and only a perimeter alarm system so I suspect it will be easier.
Any advice will be appreciated. Also, and suggestions where to by the main board at a reasonable price.
Thanks
Dan
Palm Harbor, FL (where we dodged Hurricane Wilma)
I'm thinking about changing the main board by switching the wires as they are presently attached to the new board. That's easy. However, will I need to re-program the system. It is not monitored and only a perimeter alarm system so I suspect it will be easier.
Any advice will be appreciated. Also, and suggestions where to by the main board at a reasonable price.
Thanks
Dan
Palm Harbor, FL (where we dodged Hurricane Wilma)
#2
10-24-05, 05:16 PM
Yup, anytime something on the PC board has melted and run is generally a bad sign. The Power series panels are a frequent topic of discussion, so there are a lot of archives (many of the things that apply to the 5010 are similar in models like the 1555).
All I can say is shop around. DSC is a popular brand, so you will find a huge range of price points.
Your best bet is to simply write down your existing zones and what they do (for this system, it sounds pretty straight forward). When you get the new panel, read through the manual before you try to do anything. DSC manuals are not written in a step-by-step order. Steps that should be together are often many pages apart in the manual.
All I can say is shop around. DSC is a popular brand, so you will find a huge range of price points.
Your best bet is to simply write down your existing zones and what they do (for this system, it sounds pretty straight forward). When you get the new panel, read through the manual before you try to do anything. DSC manuals are not written in a step-by-step order. Steps that should be together are often many pages apart in the manual.
#3
10-25-05, 12:02 PM
DSC 832 Now Have Programming Issues - HELP!!
I replaced the main circuit board on my DSC 832 w/5010 PCB and now have power to the system. I have the original Installation Manual and Programming Worksheets (with nothing written in them which renders them useless). I followed the first step in programming by entering *8 5010 as directed and the required lights come on. However, and here's the problem, it asks for the 3 digit Section number to program. What does that mean? What is the Section number and where is it? I have 6 zones wired in on a standard perimeter system not hooked in to the phone. It's a simple system. If someone could walk me through the programming, I would be grateful.
Thanks a million
Dan
Palm Harbor, FL
Thanks a million
Dan
Palm Harbor, FL
#4
10-25-05, 06:30 PM
If you look at the programming sheets, you will see that each area is identified by a 3 digit number from 000 to 300+. Those are the "sections". For lower numbers, you have to enter the leading zeros.
DSC manuals are rough reads, but you will have to wade through them. First you have to get the keypads set for the system. Follow the instructions in section 2.7 of the manual for each keypad.
Next, you need to list out your zones in order. Most likely you had an entry/exit zone, several perimeter zones, and maybe a motion detector zone. Those will be the area you need to set next.
If the original system did not use end of line resistors, you will need to set the system to not use them.
Read over the section of the manual titled "How to Program" on page 20 (of most printings) before you go to far. Things will make more sense.
This is one of those instances where real men do read manuals. Read it over carefully; they use a fairly obtuse terminology, and they are poorly organized, but after you follow though a couple of steps, it makes sense pretty quickly.
DSC manuals are rough reads, but you will have to wade through them. First you have to get the keypads set for the system. Follow the instructions in section 2.7 of the manual for each keypad.
Next, you need to list out your zones in order. Most likely you had an entry/exit zone, several perimeter zones, and maybe a motion detector zone. Those will be the area you need to set next.
If the original system did not use end of line resistors, you will need to set the system to not use them.
Read over the section of the manual titled "How to Program" on page 20 (of most printings) before you go to far. Things will make more sense.
This is one of those instances where real men do read manuals. Read it over carefully; they use a fairly obtuse terminology, and they are poorly organized, but after you follow though a couple of steps, it makes sense pretty quickly.
