FAQs
How can I use my NAPCO Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600, or GEM-X255 burglary alarm control panel to automatically turn off a water shut off valve controller--but only when I arm the system and leave the premises?
The Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600, or GEM-X255 burglary alarm control panels can be programmed to provide a voltage trigger or a dry contact closure using a low current relay. This relay can be used to trigger your water valve controller to close the valve only when arming your alarm system upon leaving the premises ("arming AWAY").
- In PCD-Windows Quickloader software, go to System Assignment > System Options and add a check to Lug E4 Armed Away Area 1 Only.
- Using the panel E4 lug and Aux Power positive terminal #13, connect to the input on the water control valve. The control panel will provide continuous 12VDC while the system is armed AWAY. If the control needs a dry contact closure, install a low current relay between the E4 lug and the Aux power positive terminal #13. When the system is armed AWAY the 12VDC will cause the relay to change state and remain so until disarmed.