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XL-2T

Designed for easy installation and homeowner convenience, the fully-featured XL2T control panel is the next generation of the popular XL2 series. For price and performance, it’s the best control panel in its class. 

• Unattended downloading
• 7 fully programmable zones
• 78 event history with time and date stamp
• Auto arming options based on AC real time clock
• 2 programmable trigger outputs
• 2 channel siren driver built in
• 2 Fully programmable entry timers
• SIA false alarm reduction features
• Bell supervision
• Temporal bell option

Zones:
 

• 7 fully programmable zones, each selectable for EOL supervision, NO or NC devices
• Four emergency keypad conditions (fire, panic, aux, duress)
• Versatile zone types: 
  Controlled zone types include; Instant, exit/entry, interior, day, and keyswitch, with options for fast loop response, restore and chime by zone. 24 hour zone types include: fire, burglary, silent, trouble, medical
• Programmable central station reporting codes per zone
• Smoke reset and verification features
• Cross zone capabilities
• New stay delay zone type

Additional Features:

• Cancel code feature
• Installer walk test feature
• Real time clock with reminder when time needs to be reset
• Chime on/off feature through keypad
• Keypad tamper function with optional CS transmission
• Swinger shutdown option
• System stabilization time prevents false alarms during powerup
• NFPA temporal bell
• Arm while faulted
• Supervised bell output
• 78 Event Log
• Paging Format

User Codes:

• 15 user codes
• Ambush and door strike codes
• Open/close by user ID
• Unique O/C codes for all users

Programming/Remote Operations
 

• Remote commands include: arm, disarm, bypass zones, change user codes, read system status
• Remote operations can be performed through PC Downloader
• Upload/download remote operations of all system features and functions. ALL ON A SINGLE CALL. With FBII Answering Machine Bypass
• Remote and/or unattended downloading
• On-site programming directly through keypad (LED or LCD)
• CSID and installer code, anti-takeover feature

Keypads

• Individual LEDs show status of each zone with indications of ALARM, TROUBLE BYPASS and NOT READY conditions
• English LCD keypad displays system status in 2 line by 16 character readout with customized 12 character zone descriptors (LCD keypads include XK5LC and XK7LC)

Central Station Communications:
 

• Two CS account numbers (3 or 4 digits)
• Pulse formats include: 3x1, 4x1, 4x2,Expanded: Speeds 10, 20, 40PPS with or without parity
• FBI Superfast, Ademco Express 4x1 and 4x2 Formats, Ademco CID Format
• Split and dual reporting option for openings and closings
• Test options include daily, weekly, 27, 60 or 90 day, hourly intervals test by time, event

Power Specifications:

• Watchdog circuitry insures integrity of microprocessor
• Total aux. power: 500 mA. regulated
• Transformer: 12V 20VA

Listings:*
 

• Residential UL Household Combination Burglary/Fire (XL-2T)
• UL Mercantile Burglary Listing: Local Grade A, Police Connect Grade A, Grade AA
• California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)*
• CE

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XL-2S (Silver) 7-Zone EEPROM-Based  
XL-2SB   UL COMMERCIAL VERSION

• 6 user codes
• 7 zones (6 programmable , EOL supervised plus wired panic or keyswich
• up to 4 keypads per system ( XL-4600RM , XL-4600SM , 6615 LCD-6805 )
• Programming- keypad or remote
• Unattended downloading lets panel dial in for pre-programmed account info without an operator; on-line download by installer/end-user
• Swinger shutdown to help prevent false alarms 
• Option for cancel report upon disarm
• Exit error capability helps reduce false alarms
• System stabilization on power-up ignores violations for 2 minutes to reduce false alarms
• 2 entry times
• Test report options: 1-,7-,27-60- or 90-day
• Flexible trigger output
• Quick bypass
• User selectable chime
• True low battery test
• 3 keypad emergency conditions plus duress
• Quick arming and quick forced arming options
• Lock-out option to prevent hostile takeover

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XL-2G (Gold) 7-Zone EEPROM-Based
XL-2GB   UL COMMERCIAL VERSION

• 6 user codes
• 7 zones (6 programmable , EOL supervised plus wired panic or keyswich
• up to 4 keypads per system ( XL-4600RM , XL-4600SM , 6615, LCD-6805 )
• Programming- keypad or remote
• Unattended downloading lets panel dial in for pre-programmed account info without an operator; on-line download by installer/end-user
• Swinger shutdown to help prevent false alarms 
• Option for cancel report upon disarm
• Exit error capability helps reduce false alarms
• System stabilization on power-up ignores violations for 2 minutes to reduce false alarms
• 2 entry times
• Test report options: 1-,7-,27-60- or 90-day
• Flexible trigger output
• Quick bypass
• User selectable chime
• True low battery test
• 3 keypad emergency conditions plus duress
• Quick arming and quick forced arming options
• Lock-out option to prevent hostile takeover
• 2 trigger output
• NFPA residential approved bell supervision

XL-2P (Platinum) 8-Zone EEPROM-Based
XL-2PB   UL COMMERCIAL VERSION
 

Leading the popular XL2 series is the XL2P control panel, built with more standard features than any other panel in its class. Equipped with eight fully programmable wired zones for larger installations and 15 user codes, the XL2P features a powerful built-in, two-channel siren driver, which keeps installation time to a minimum and reduces unnecessary wiring. Other value-added control features include phone line cut detection, a 76-event history log and four programmable trigger outputs.

• 15 user codes
• 8 zones programmable
• up to 4 keypads per system ( XK-108 , XK-708 ; 7005 , 7005L  )
• Programming- keypad or remote
• Unattended downloading lets panel dial in for pre-programmed account info without an operator; on-line download by installer/end-user
• Swinger shutdown to help prevent false alarms 
• Option for cancel report upon disarm
• Exit error capability helps reduce false alarms
• System stabilization on power-up ignores violations for 2 minutes to reduce false alarms
• 2 entry times
• Test report options: 1-,7-,27-60- or 90-day
• Flexible trigger output
• Quick bypass
• User selectable chime
• True low battery test
• 3 keypad emergency conditions plus duress
• Quick arming and quick forced arming options
• Lock-out option to prevent hostile takeover
• 4 trigger output
• NFPA residential approved bell supervision
• Built-in 2-channel siren driver
• Auto arming with AC line based clock
• Fast loop response option per zone
• Phone line cut detection

XL-31 12-Zone EEPROM-Based
XL-31B   UL COMMERCIAL VERSION

• 30 user codes
• 12 zones programmable
• up to 4 keypads per system ( XL-4612RM , XL-4612SM , 7015 ; 7005 , 7005L  )
• Programming- keypad or remote
• Unattended downloading lets panel dial in for pre-programmed account info without an operator; on-line download by installer/end-user
• Swinger shutdown to help prevent false alarms 
• Option for cancel report upon disarm
• Exit error capability helps reduce false alarms
• System stabilization on power-up ignores violations for 2 minutes to reduce false alarms
• 2 entry times
• Test report options: 1-,7-,27-60- or 90-day
• Flexible trigger output
• Quick bypass
• User selectable chime
• True low battery test
• 3 keypad emergency conditions plus duress
• Quick arming and quick forced arming options
• Lock-out option to prevent hostile takeover
• 4 trigger output
• NFPA residential approved bell supervision
• Built-in 2-channel siren driver
• Auto arming with AC line based clock
• Fast loop response option per zone
• Phone line cut detection

XL-4

Capable of handling 72 zones, while partitioning up to seven separate sub-systems plus a common area, the XL-4 is perfect for any home, apartment or business. Wired for eight zones, the XL-4 also supports a two-wire multiplex bus expansion, which is capable of handling an additional 64 zones. A fuseless design eliminates unnecessary service calls. And, with powerful features like a 128-event log, 64 user codes and seven authorization levels, the XL-4 gives you the flexibility you need to meet the most demanding applications.

Features:

• Eight zone EEPROM Control Communicator
• Wired or multiplex expansion capability
• 72 zone capacity through multiplex expansion
• Partitioning (up to eight separate subsystems). Seven partitions plus a common area
• Zone grouping capability within partitions
• 64 user codes with seven authorization levels by user code
• Keypad and remote programming
• Upload/download/remote commands with answering machine override
• Choice of LCD or LED keypads
• System log retains past 128 events with option to automatically transmit log to remote or local printer
• Fuseless design eliminates unnecessary service calls
• Installer lockout option
• Master keypad showing armed/disarmed status for all partitions – LED or LCD
• Auto arming by day, by partition
• A single program question enabling all even zones to be tamper zones for all odd zones
• A common area partition
• Up to 40 programmable relays
• Programmable dialer and bell lockout feature
• Accurate real time clock, time programmable by installer or authorized user
• Flexible system test function with programmable frequency (12 hour, 24 hour or weekly transmission), and selectable time of day
• Two programmable entry/exit delay times
• CS reporting option to verify remote download request
• Sounder ringback, and siren test at arming options
• Auto-unbypass option
• Four programmable keypad emergency conditions

Multiplex Capability:

• Multiplex zone expansion option through 7120 module
• System supports two wire bus capable of 64 points of protection
• Two wire multiplex bus provides power and supervised data path between the control panel and the multiplex accessories
• Multiplex accessories available; one, two or eight point modules for interfacing conventional alarm sensors to multiplex bus
• Convenient two conductor wiring of multiplex loops for easy installation
• Programmable zone characteristics for each multiplex point
• PID format simplifies programming and provides complete reporting

Partitions:

• Seven partitions with a common area partition
• Each will contain a primary & secondary Central Station account number
• Zones and keypads are assigned to the desired partition
• User codes can be assigned to multiple partitions
• Partition descriptor, 16 characters, uniquely identifies each subsystem
• Multi partition feature allows secure operation of the system through any keypad by authorized users
• Arm or Disarm all partitions through a single keypad by authorized user
• Authorized users can alter partition assignments through the keypad
• Auto arming by partition
• Partition status keypad mode

Zones:

• Eight fully programmable EOL supervised wired zones on circuit board
• Expansion through plug in module Options: model 7105 (eight zone wired expander), 7120 (multiplex bus expander, 64 points)
• Zone programming flexibility including type and reporting characteristics
• Programmable 16 character descriptors for each of 72 zones or points
• Selectable alarm (16) and trouble (8) types
• Programmable Central Station reporting & restore codes by zone
• Keyswitch capability through any zone
• Chime option by zone
• Pulse count option by zone
• Commands to view zone descriptions onLCD keypad
• Zone grouping capability allows creation of groups within each partition for the
• purpose of group bypass and alarm transmission

User Codes:

• 64 user codes, with 7 authorization levels
• 4 digit or 7 digit user codes, system wide option
• Programmable Open/Close ID’s for each user
• Programmable partition access by user, access to partitions
• Option to transmit O/C signals by user by partition
• Ambush code capability
• Arm or disarm all partitions through any keypad by authorized users
• Quick arm, bypass, forced arming commands available
• Arm only code

XL-5
 

With its capacity of 128 zones and the flexibility of partitioning up to eight separate subsystems, the XL-5 was created for large-scale homes, apartment complexes, and businesses. Wired for eight zones, the XL-5 also supports a dual, two-wire multiplex bus expansion, which is capable of handling an additional 120 zones. Powerful features such as 128 user codes and seven authorization levels make this panel ideal for multiple-user applications. The XL-5’s fuseless design also eliminates unnecessary service calls – saving you time and money. In addition, the XL-5 offers a superior system log that retains 128 past events.

Features:

• Eight zone EEPROM Control/ Communicator
• Wired or multiplex expansion capability
• 128 zone capacity through multiplex expansion
• Partitioning (up to eight separate subsystems). Seven partitions plus a common area
• Zone grouping capability within partitions
• 128 user codes with authorization levels by user code
• Exception reporting
• Keypad and remote programming
• Remote uploading/downloading and remote commands
• System log retains past 128 events with option to automatically transmit log to remote or local printer
• Fuseless design eliminates unnecessary service calls
• Installer lockout option
• Master keypad showing armed/disarmed status for all partitions – LED or LCD
• Auto arming by day, by partition
• A single program question enabling all even zones to be tamper zones for all odd zones
• A common area partition
• Up to 40 programmable relays

• 8 fully programmable EOL supervised wired zones on circuit board
• Expansion through plug in module. Options: model 7105 (8 zone wired expander), 7126 (Dual multiplex bus expander, 128 zones)
• Zone programming flexibility including type and reporting characteristics
• Four programmable keypad emergency conditions
• Programmable sixteen character descriptors for each of 128 zones
• Selectable alarm (16) and trouble (8) types
• Programmable Central Station reporting & restore codes by zone
• Keyswitch capability through any zone
• Chime option by zone
• Pulse count option by zone
• Commands to view zone descriptions on LCD keypad
• Zone grouping capability allows creation of groups within each partition for the purpose of group bypass and alarm transmission

System Options:

• Programmable dialer and siren lockout feature
• Accurate real time clock, time programmable by installer or authorized user
• Flexible system test function with programmable frequency (12 hour, 24 hour or weekly transmission), and selectable time of day
• Two programmable entry/exit delay times
• CS reporting option to verify remote download request
• Sounder Ringback, and siren test at arming options
• Auto-unbypass option

Multiplex Capability:

• Multiplex zone expansion option through 7126 module.
• System supports two dual wire buses capable of 64 points of protection (128 zones maximum)
• Two wire multiplex bus provides power and supervised data path between the control panel and the multiplex accessories
• Multiplex accessories available; 1, 2 or 8 point modules for interfacing conventional alarm sensors to multiplex bus
• Convenient two conductor wiring of multiplex loops for easy installation
• Programmable zone characteristics for each multiplex point

Partitions:

• 7 partitions with a common area partition
• Each will contain a primary and secondary Central Station account number
• Zones and keypads can be assigned to any desired partition
• Users codes can be as assigned to multiple partitions
• Partition descriptor, sixteen characters, uniquely identifies each subsystem
• Multi partition feature allows secure operation of the system through any keypad by authorized users
• Arm or Disarm all partitions through a single keypad by authorized user
• Authorized users can alter partition assignments through the keypad
• Auto arming by partition
• Partition status keypad mode

User Codes:

• 128 user codes, with authorization levels (7)
• 4 digit or 7 digit user codes, systemwide option
• Programmable Open/Close IDs for each user
• Programmable partition access by user, access to partitions,
• Option to transmit O/C signals by user by partition
• Ambush code capability
• Arm or disarm all partitions through any keypad by authorized users
• Quick arm, bypass, forced arming commands available
• Arm only user code

Outputs:

• Trigger outputs (8 voltage level triggers)
• 40 programmable relays

Central Station Communications:

• Transmission to two separate CS telephone numbers for each partition
• Three or four digit account numbers
• Transmission formats include 10PPS, 20PPS, 40PPS 4 x 2, FBII Superfast, BSFK, ADEMCO Express and Point ID formats
• Pulse, Touch-Tone, or adaptive dialing (tone backed up by pulse)
• Dial tone detection option
• Installer options for each of the remote command capabilities

Power Specifications:

• Special watchdog circuitry ensures integrity of microprocessor
• 24 hour battery load test and continuous low battery monitoring
• Total Control Aux. Power: 12 VDC,
  Regulated @ 900 mA
• Keypad current = 250 mA. max., four-wire
  Smoke detector current = 150 mA max.
• Aux. current = 500 mA. max. if keypad and smoke detector power is used, or 900 mA. max. if keypad and smoke detector power is not used
• Alarm Power: 12 VDC, Regulated 2.0 Amps

Keypads

• Up to 16 per system, LED or LCD (may require auxiliary power supply)
• LCD keypad is illuminated with 2-line English language display
• LED keypad displays zone status communication and power indicators

Remote Commands:

• Patented answering machine detection (AMD) for secure communications with Alarm Company without interruption to the premises telephone
• Programmable callback scheme prevents unauthorized access
• Remote downloading and uploading, from Alarm Company location
• Interactive programming sessions permit control panel to remain on-line with the downloading computer during remote communications.
• Remotely arm, disarm, bypass, read system status, and device control

System Log

• Panel retains activity log (128 events max)
• System log viewable locally at LCD keypad or from Alarm Company
• Programmable transfer of system activity to a remote or local* printer, automatically on either a daily, weekly or monthly basis

*Local printer requires 7130 module

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XL-20

The XL-20 is a simple, yet versatile, hybrid control panel that provides easy installation and end user convenience. With a built-in receiver, the XL-20 provides unmatched security and reduces installation costs. Designed for ease of installation, the affordable XL-20 is compatible with FBII International wireless devices and supports up to six remote keyfobs without taking up any zones. With flexible trigger outputs and a large event log, the XL-20 is simply the finest panel in its class.

• Four hardwired zones standard
• Built-in wireless receiver
• Eight total zones with wireless
• Operates with FBII International* wireless devices
• Supports six wireless keys (without taking up zones)
• Two output triggers
• 98 event history log
• Supervised bell with temporal sound
• False alarm prevention features
• Dual entry timer
• Transmits Point ID format

Wireless Operation:

• Built-in wireless receiver attaches directly to PCB
• Compatible with FBII International devices
• Dual diversity antenna
• Fully supervised wireless provides zone status, low battery and RF trouble by zone
• System supports six wireless keys with each button individually programmable
• Separate RF Dings for arming and disarming with remote keyfob

System:

• Flexible system test times (1, 7, 27, 60, 90 days) with options for test by time, event or both
• 98 event log, viewable remotely
• Supervised bell with temporal sound
• Real time clock
• Dual entry timers
• System stabilization mode
• Quick exit capability
• End user chime control
• Cancel code capability
• Swinger shutdown
• Exit error warning
• Instant arming selection

Outputs:

• Two voltage level trigger outputs selectable for normal or inverted operation. Options include: smoke reset, smoke power with out verification, two-way voice, burg bell, ready, armed, exit time, entry time, fire, burglary, strobe, panic, shock reset, panic, duress, RF trouble, keyfob, alarm/ restore, chime

• Eight zones (four wired or up to eight wireless)
• Four emergency keypad conditions
• Versatile zone types:
  – Controlled zone types include: instant, exit/entry, interior, day, with options for chime, bypass and dialer delay per zone
  – 24 hour types include: fire, burglary, trouble, medical
• Arm faulted zone option
• Restore options: after bell or follows loop

Programming

• Keypad and remote programming
• Security features include CSID, installer code, callback number, default lockout
• On-line and unattended downloading
• Answering machine bypass through single or two-call method

User Codes:

• Six user codes, programmable by master user
• Ambush code and alarm only capability
• Open/close by user ID

Central Station Communications:

• Dual CS telephone and account numbers
• Pulse or touch tone operation
• Formats include: Point ID, 4x2 Express, 3x1, 4x1, 4x2, Expanded, single-round Expanded
• Follow me, paging, beeps

Keypads

• Supports up to four LED keypads (XK108)
• Keypads display zone status, RF low battery, and RF trouble by zone
• Dedicated LEDs display system status including: armed, ready, stay, instant, AC/low battery

Power Specifications:

• Total aux. power: 500mA. Regulated
• Transformer: 16.5V 25VA
• Bell power: 1 amp.

Listings:*

• UL Household Burglary/Fire
• California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
• CE approved