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After using the StarLink NOC at www.NapcoNOC.com to reboot the SLE-GSM radio with the "Reboot with Default" option, the Inputs/Outputs web page does not display the default configuration to indicate that the default process was performed. Why did this occur and how can I resolve this?

Answer:
After performing the "Reboot with Default" option, you must click UPLOAD at the bottom of the web page (red arrow in image below).  If UPLOAD is not clicked, all other tabs in the NOC will not display the radio's default configuration.

What are the wiring connections using the Gemini GEM-P9600 control panel, the SLE-GSM radio, the SLE-DLEXT Extender Module and the SLE-SMTCHG Smart Charge Module?

Answer:

Used when the SLE-GSM radio is mounted more than 6 feet from the control panel, the SLE-DLEXT is connected between the control panel and the SLE-GSM and provides the means to remotely communicate (download/upload program and status) through the...

What are the wiring connections using the Gemini GEM-P1632 control panel, the SLE-GSM radio, the SLE-DLEXT Extender Module and the SLE-SMTCHG Smart Charge Module?

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Used when the SLE-GSM radio is mounted more than 6 feet from the control panel, the SLE-DLEXT is connected between the control panel and the SLE-GSM and provides the means to remotely communicate (download/upload program and status) through the...

What Gemini control panel firmware versions are required to allow use of the arm / disarm feature through the "NAPCO Control Panel Serial Port" when using the StarLink SLE-GSM and StarLink CDMA radios?

Answer:
To use the "NAPCO Control Panel Serial Port" when using the StarLink SLE-GSM / CDMA radios, the following minimum control panel firmware versions are required:
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To ensure my StarLink SLE-GSM radio communicator has a strong signal, I must install the SLE-GSM in a remote location, far from the control panel. In addition, I also require the ability to program the control panel with the SLE-GSM using PCD-Windows Quickloader. Does NAPCO sell a longer upload / download cable?

Answer:
No, we do not have a cable longer than the standard 6 foot cable.  If the StarLink SLE-GSM radio is mounted more than six feet away from the control panel, we recommend using the SLE-DLEXT Download Extender Module.  Note also the SLE-GSM...

For my customer's StarLink SLE-GSM radio, I enabled the Remote Arm/Disarm feature in the "My Home StarLink" mobile app. I connected the cable from the radio to the control panel. Is that all I need to do for the StarLink app to work?

Answer:
No, the cable from the radio to the panel is only used for uploading and downloading with the PCD-Windows Quickloader software.  For the StarLink mobile app to work, additional wiring between the radio and the control panel is required....

I'm behind a firewall and cannot communicate to the StarLink SLe-GSM radio. What port does the Dealer need to open to allow communication with the StarLink radios?

Answer:
If behind a corporate firewall, PCD-Windows Quickloader will remotely connect to the Napco NOC using the following information:
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Can the SLe-GSM be programmed to send redundant full reporting through both the telephone line and the SLe-GSM radio?

Answer:
No, the control panel can only send signals either through the SLe-GSM only (Primary Mode), or over telephone lines with the SLe-GSM programmed as a backup, taking over if the telephone line is cut (Backup Mode).
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My customer wants to use the StarLink remote arm/disarm feature, but does not have an android or apple smartphone. They are able to pull up a browser; is there a web based application that they can use?

Answer:
The following link provides a web based application that has the same functionality as the NAPCO StarLink mobile app: http://napconoc.com/Mobile/Login.aspx

After updating the SLe-GSM radio firmware, why am I unable to arm or disarm through the StarLink Radio Management Center (SRMC) at the website www.napconoc.com?

Answer:
After updating the radio firmware, you must perform an upload first, then reset your settings for your app (found in the Radio Inputs Configuration and Radio Outputs Configuration sections of the SRMC, as shown below):

Which Gemini and Express control panel versions are compatible with the StarLink SLe-GSM, SLe-GSM-3/4G and SLe-GSM-8D-3/4G Radios for uploading and downloading?

Answer:
The StarLink SLe-GSM and SLe-GSM-3/4G radios are fully compatible with ALL Gemini control panel versions.  The SLe-GSM-8D-3/4G adds compatibility with the Gemini GEM-P400, GEM-P800, GEM-P801, Express XP-400 and XP-800 series control...

How do I wire to the control panel and program the StarLink SLe-GSM for Redundant Reporting?

Answer:
The following example explains how to wire and program the StarLink SLe-GSM for a redundant signal through the Bell output of the control panel.  Note: The SLe-GSM will only send general Burglary or Fire codes (Burg E130 / Fire E110), as a...

How do I wire to the control panel and program the StarLink SLe-GSM for "Panel Down Reporting"?

Answer:
This FAQ explains how to wire and program the StarLink SLe-GSM to send a signal to the central station if the control panel is powered down.
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What is a "Loss of polling" trouble with a StarLink SLe-GSM?

Answer:
A "E356 Loss of polling" trouble is sent to your central station from the NOC when the SLe-GSM radio fails to check in.  Either the SLe-GSM unit is experiencing a power related issue that prevents the check in, or the signal has been lost.

Can the iBridge system send text and email alerts upon an alarm and/or for openings and closings?

Answer:
Yes, when using iSeeVideo along with iBridge, you can set up Events to trigger video, which would then have the ability to send text and email alerts upon this trigger. 
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How can I get a replacement download cable?

Answer:
The SLE-DLCBL is a download cable 6 feet in length, used with the StarLink SLe-GSM radio.  This cable can be used in place of your PCI Mini and PCI 2000 download cable as well.

I downloaded the NAPCO SLe-GSM My Home StarLink mobile app on my smart phone. Now the app is asking me for an account number and password - what are they?

Answer:
The account number is the radio ID number.  The password is the same password you created at the www.NapcoNoc.com website.

Do the StarLink SLe-GSM radios operate on the 2G or 3G/4G network?

Answer:
The StarLink-2 SLe-GSM radios currently operate on the 2G Network.  There will be a Network Field Upgrade Kit for those wishing to utilize the 3G/4G network on their existing equipment.  In addition, there is a "new" StarLink-3 SLe-GSM...

Can the SLe-GSM radio be programmed to put the control panel into trouble if the NOC fails to report to the Central Station?

Answer:
Yes.  To enable, open the radio account at www.NapcoNoc.com and click the Advanced features tab.
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To download through the SLe-GSM radio, do I need a specific control panel firmware version?

Answer:
Yes.  The SLe-GSM can be used to download GEM-P3200 and GEM-P9600 control panels running firmware version 11C or greater, which was released in May of 1999.  It can also download to GEM-P816, GEM-P1632 and GEM-P1664 controls running...

What can cause the StarLink SLe-GSM radio to not capture the full central station telephone number dialed?

Answer:
When Auto-enrolling the StarLink SLe-GSM, full central station telephone number may not be captured when the control panel programmable feature Skip Automatic Dial Tone Detect is enabled.  Therefore, be sure to disable the Skip Automatic Dial...

What can cause an SLe-GSM TCP/IP "Fail to Communicate" keypad message?

Answer:
Ensure the "TCP/IP Communications" feature is enabled in the control panel programming.  This feature is located in the PCD-Windows Quickloader Digital Communications screen, Digital/Dialing Options tab. 

What can cause an SLe-GSM to have low signal strength (1-3 LED blinks)?

Answer:
Signal Strength:  Be sure the SLe-GSM antenna is screwed on tightly.  A loose antenna can result in a loss of as much as 8dBm in signal strength.

Can my computer firewall interfere with the ability of PCD-Windows Quickloader to access a control panel through the StarLinkâ„¢ SLe-GSM radio?

Answer:
Yes, if your computer is running firewall software, be sure to configure this software to allow PCD-Windows Quickloader free access, or if necessary turn off the firewall software before uploading or downloading.

Whenever I attempt to upload or download my control panel program through the StarLink SLe-GSM Radio (using Quickloader for Windows 6.1), an error appears indicating that the Dealer ID or password is incorrect. How do I resolve this to allow the upload or download of my control panel program?

Answer:

In the event that another individual enters the wrong radio number or attempts to access a radio that is not theirs, Napco has a reliable security feature in place:  The Dealer ID and Password associated with the www.napcocomnet.com and...

I connected my SLe-GSM Radio Communicator to the control panel as a primary communicator and the control panel does not dial out through the SLe-GSM to the central station. The central station receives the power-up and test signals, but not the alarm signals. Placing my meter across the two Telco terminals, I measure zero (0) volts DC.

Answer:
There are two terminals marked TIP and RING on the SLe-GSM terminal strip: One pair is marked PANEL TIP and PANEL RING (with 27V) and one pair is marked TIP and RING (with 0 volts). Ensure the control panel is connected to the radio Primary...

Is there a charge for the SLe-GSM Radio Communicator test signals that are sent during setup?

Answer:
No, Napco will not charge for any (even excessive) signals at setup.

With the SLe-GSM Radio Communicator, can and will Napco suspend an account at the dealer's request? Must the dealer give a reason for the suspension? How quickly after the request will the suspension take effect? Can the dealer suspend an account online?

Answer:
Napco can immediately suspend an account (thus deactivating the SLe-GSM radio) for the Dealer upon written request, for any reason. The Dealer may also suspend the account on-line at any time.

With the SLe-GSM Radio Communicator, what is the charge for a runaway alarm where hundreds of signals are received in one day?

Answer:
For runaway alarms, we will consider the hundreds of signals received in one day as one occurrence.  Napco will contact the dealer and will suspend the account (thus deactivating the SLe-GSM radio) for the dealer, if the dealer agrees.  In...

For the SLe-GSM Radio Communicator, what is the charge per signal (after five (5) signals in service pack 1) with a toll free telephone number?

Answer:
There will never be a charge for excessive signals.  For an account that has excessive usage in one month (many signals above and beyond the permitted five signals), Napco will send the dealer a warning notice suggesting the account be switched...

Can the iRemote-MOD send text messages or emails upon an alarm, open circuit (O/C), or upon any supervisory alerts?

Answer:
The iRemote-MOD does not have the capability of sending text messages or emails upon any alarm conditions.  However the StarLink SLe-GSM radio can send text messages and emails upon any condition the alarm control panel can report via contact...

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