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Can the NAPCO control panels be programmed to provide constant 12VDC upon arming Area 1?

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Yes!  The NAPCO Gemini control panels GEM-P816, GEM-P1632, GEM-P1664, GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600, and GEM-X255 can be programmed to provide constant 12VDC upon arming Area 1.  This is useful, for example, when installing an LED to indicate if the...

What factors should I consider when using an external power supply with a Gemini control panel?

Answer:
We recommend that you consider an external power supply for your system if the power draw is close to the maximum allowed by the control panel.  
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Is there a third-party repeater or other wireless device that can be used to extend the range of my GEM-RECV wireless receiver?

Answer:
The Gemini series control panels support multiple wireless receivers to provide extended coverage when required.  Please add an additional receiver, positioned to extend the range of your GEM-RECV wireless receiver.

With the Gemini control panel models GEM-P1632, GEM-P1664, GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600, and GEM-X255, can two Areas with a single alarm system share the same entry door zone?

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Yes, a zone can share two or more Areas (within the maximum number of Areas available consistent with the control panel model).
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Why doesn't my Gemini or Magnum Alert MA3000 control panel indicate a trouble immediately after I disconnect the battery leads?

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If you disconnect one or both battery leads inside a Gemini or Magnum Alert MA3000 control panel, the low battery indication may take up to 4 hours to annunciate at the keypad.  This delay is because the control panel may require up to 4 hours...

Can I install and wire a second backup battery in a Gemini control panel?

Answer:
The installation instructions include Specifications that list all permitted power configurations. All NAPCO Gemini burglary control panels operate with a maximum 12VDC battery rated no greater than 7AH. The Specifications also identify other...

How do I enroll wireless transmitters into my Gemini control panel using Direct Address Keypad Programming?

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The following steps describe how to use our Quick Method for enrolling transmitters into your control panel using Direct Address Keypad Programming. A two-line LCD keypad like the "Classic" GEM-RP1CAe2 or "K-Style" GEM-K1CA will be used:
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How do I enroll a new wireless receiver into my Gemini control panel using PCD Windows Quickloader software?

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When enrolling a new receiver, Quickloader software requires that you specify the total number of receivers in the system. For example, if you are adding only one receiver, simply change the number of wireless receivers to "1", click Apply, click OK,...

Do the Gemini control panels support a delay before reporting a tripped zone?

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Yes, if you need a zone delay before reporting, add a delay using the Zone Configuration screen in PCD-Windows Quickloader software:  
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With a Gemini control panel, can I program a delay before reporting a tripped zone?

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Yes, if you need a zone to delay before reporting, add a delay using the Zone Configuration screen in PCD-Windows Quickloader software.
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NFPA 72 (2013) requires a 6-hour Test Timer be programmed in my Gemini C-Series (GEMC), Firewolf and FireLink control panels. How do I program a 6-hour Test Timer using PCD-Windows Quickloader software?

Answer:
Ever since the NFPA 72 (2013) was instituted, a 6-hour Test Timer may be required to be programmed in your Gemini C-Series (GEMC), Firewolf or FireLink control panel. Proceed as follows:
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I have a Gemini GEM-P3200 series control panel that includes a GEM-ACM1D Access Control Accessory and a GEM-2D Second Door Accessory. How can I ensure that the security system logs the access control history for all ACM devices in the system?

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To ensure that the access control history is logged for all ACM devices within the system, program 1 active or 1 spare zone to each Area that has an ACM assigned. Having a zone assigned to an Area allows the control panel to recognize each part of...

What are the requirements for integrating NAPCO and Continental Access control panels?

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With the GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600, GEM-X255 or Gemini C-Series (GEMC) control panels, the IBR-ZREMOTE must be connected to the control panel bus. In the PCD-Windows Quickloader Keypad Assignment screen, Keypad Assignment tab (shown below), select RCM for...

How do I convert zones 1-6 into 2-Wire Fire zones?

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This video only applies to the Gemini GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 control panels, and must not be used for Commercial installations (Residential only).

Can I program the GEM-WP Panic Transmitter to a zone on a GEM-P400, GEM-P800, GEM-P801, XP-400 or XP-600 control panel?

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No, with the GEM-P400, GEM-P800, GEM-P801, XP-400 or XP-600 control panels, the GEM-WP Panic Transmitter cannot be programmed to a zone; the GEM-WP must be programmed as a keyfob.
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What are the requirements for the integration of NAPCO alarm panels and Continental Access control panels?

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With NAPCO control panels, the IBR-ZREMOTE must be connected to a Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600, GEM-X255 or Gemini C-Series (GEMC) control panel. The IBR-ZREMOTE must be connected to the control panel bus and programmed as a keypad with its Type as an...

The total power draw from all connected devices exceeds the power rating of my control panel. How do I install an auxiliary power supply with a Gemini control panel?

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If the total power draw from all connected devices exceeds the power rating of the control panel, install an auxiliary power supply as follows:
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How do I connect 2-wire and 4-wire smoke detectors to an automatic gate with Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 control panels?

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When a fire alarm occurs within a premises that has a powered front entry gate, it is important for the gate to open upon a fire alarm condition to permit entry to the fire response team. Detailed below are the steps for wiring 2-wire and 4-wire...

With the Gemini control panels GEM-P816, GEM-P1632, GEM-P1664, can I use the keypad to enable the Test Timer feature using "Direct Address Programming"?

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Yes, Test Timer programming can be performed using the keypad only when the following are both true: 
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The total power draw from all connected devices exceeds the power rating of my control panel. How do I install an auxiliary power supply?

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It is always important to be mindful of and to calculate the total auxiliary power draw from all connected devices.  Overdrawing control panel power can damage the control panel or cause unpredictable troubles and false alarms.
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My Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 or GEM-X255 control panel is enabled for "Auto Arming". Upon arming, the siren sounds a warning for 2 seconds. With "Auto Arming" enabled, can I suppress this sounder upon arming?

Answer:
With "Auto Arming" enabled, the siren will always sound upon arming.  If you wish to suppress the sounder, launch PCD-Windows Quickloader and re-program each zone for "AUX OUTPUT" and disable each zone for "BURGLARY OUTPUT".  Wire the siren...

I am integrating my NAPCO GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and/or GEM-X255 control panel with Control4 automation controllers. How can I bypass open zones on the control panel through Control4 when Control4 does not have this selective bypass ability?

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The Global Bypass option is only available with the Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 control panels.  To bypass an open zone, the standard "selective bypass" procedure is used at a system keypad.  As Control4 does not have this...

How do I wire my carbon monoxide (CO) zone on a GEM-CO-MOD to an output on a Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and/or a GEM-X255 control panel?

Answer:
The GEM-CO-MOD Carbon Monoxide detector requires an output to trip the carbon monoxide (CO) zone.  The diagram below illustrates the correct connections from the positive CO zone (labeled COZ+) to a PGM terminal located on the GEM-P816,...

Which NAPCO products can I use to connect to my existing NAPCO control panels and upload and download programming information?

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There are several communication methods you can use to connect to your existing control panels: 
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How can I confirm that the "cold start" of my Gemini control panel was performed successfully?

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After using Keypad Configuration Mode (also called Direct Address Programming) to "cold start" the control panel, the keypad will display the address number used to initiate the cold start, and will also display two letters ("XX").  Proceed as...

How do I upload or connect to a Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 or GEM-X255 control panel using PCD-Manager software?

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To upload or connect to a Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 or GEM-X255 control panel with PCD-Manager software, you must first program the "Master Security Code" into the PCD-Manager's control panel account.  To maintain the security of the control...

The control panel Master Security Code is unknown and unobtainable, thus disallowing entry into the control panel Dealer Program Mode. Which Gemini control panels allow their EPROM chips to be replaced, thereby assigning a new Master Security Code?

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The GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 control panels (firmware version 60 and earlier) allow for a new EPROM chip to provide a new Master Security Code.  Each GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 control panel PC board contains a replaceable EPROM...

How do I verify my control panel firmware version for models GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 (for panels with firmware V70 and above)?

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The Gemini GEM-P3200, GEM-P9600 and GEM-X255 control panels running firmware version V70 and above have a prom chip that can be flashed for firmware upgrades (instead of a chip change).  The existing control panel version can be verified by...

Which Gemini control panels require the programming keypad to be designated as "keypad #1"?

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For control panels GEM-P816, GEM-P1632 and GEM-P1664 firmware version 30 or higher, any keypad in the system can be used for keypad programming.  For older control panel versions below V30, the programming keypad must be designated as "keypad...

When adding a separate power supply to my Gemini control panel, are there any important wiring guidelines that you can suggest?

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You must common the negative wire from the power supply to a negative on the control panel (such as the Keypad negative wire or the Aux Power negative terminal). 

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