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2 = Point to Point
Only one device is allowed on the ISDN bus. In this configuration a TEI number must be programmed. The
default is 0. Since only one device is allowed the ISDN module will act differently when programmed to Point
to Point. The hardware ISDN snatch relay is always activated before the module starts a dialling sequence.
After all the alarms are transmitted the relay will be deactivated and the customer PABX, if connected, will be
connected to the ISDN network again. During the dialling sequence it is not possible to use the PABX for an
outside call. Upon an incoming call for the module, the relay will be activated directly switching the PABX off
the ISDN line, after which the ISDN module will seize the line. To ensure correct functionality of the PABX
and the ISDN module always connect the PABX to the ISDN out ports. The phone numbers that are avail-
able on a Point-to-Point line often only vary in the last 2 digits e.g.123401 ~ 123409. To handle incoming
calls from Galaxy Gold one phone number need to programmed into the ISDN module. This specific phone
number cannot be used by the PABX because the ISDN module will seize the incoming call directly.
NOTE: X.25 in combination with a Point-to-Point ISDN line is not possible.
04 ISDN Snatch
In order to ensure maximum security the ISDN Module must be able to make a call in every circumstance.
The ISDN Module offers both hardware and software line seizure options.
1 = Hardware
The hardware snatch is performed using a relay. This relay can switch the other devices off when the ISDN
Module needs to communicate. In order to switch the other devices off it is important that these other devices
are connected to the ISDN out connection of the module. Some ISDN devices are not willing to release a B-
channel even when the network indicates that the B-channel must be released. When this is detected or a
tamper causes interference on the ISDN bus communication the relay will be activated.
A number of configurations are available for the hardware snatch function.
1 = Always Snatch
A hardware snatch is always attempted irrespective of the software snatch programming.
2 = Never Snatch
A hardware snatch is never attempted.
3 = Snatch if Fail
A hardware snatch is attempted if the software snatch fails or the software snatch is disabled.
2 = Software
The software in the ISDN module monitors every communication on the ISDN bus including those of other
devices. The software snatch enables the possibility to clear a B-channel when both are occupied at that time.
When both B-channels are occupied the ISDN module always clears the call that started first.
Certain ISDN devices will not release the B-channel when a software snatch is attempted. In this case, de-
pending on the programming of option 56.3.4.1 = Hardware, a hardware snatch can be attempted to ensure
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05 Autotest
An engineer test can be automatically transmitted to the Monitoring Station at programmed intervals.
1 = Start Time
The engineer uses this option to enter the time that the first engineer test is transmitted. Subsequent engineer
test transmissions are offset by the value assigned in the Intervals option.
2 = Intervals
This option determines the period between engineer test transmissions following the Start Time, the program-
mable range is 0 – 99 hours.
NOTES:
1.If the Test Interval is 0 (default) the Autotest is disabled — even if a Start Time has been assigned.
2.To disable Autotest enter 00:00 (default); no transmissions of test signals can be sent at midnight.
3 = Interval Test
This option can either be disabled or enabled to allow an engineer test to be carried out.
4 = Group Condition
NOTE:This option is only displayed if the groups have been enabled (refer to option 63 = OPTIONS).
The Group Condition determines the status that each group must satisfy before the Autotest is transmitted.
This can be used to prevent an Autotest from being signalled when groups are set on the system. On selecting
this option press the relevant number keys to toggle the status of the groups and press the ent key to accept
the programming. The available group status conditions are:
S = Set - group must be set to allow autotest transmission;
U = Unset - group must be unset to allow autotest transmission;
– = Set or unset - autotest transmission is independent of the group status.
06 Engineer Test
An engineer test can be sent to the Monitoring Station once the Account Number and the Telephone
Number 1 have been entered, to ensure that the station is receiving transmissions sent from the ISDN
module.
On selecting this option a warning message is displayed on the keypad. Press the ent key to send the engineer
test.
The test attempts to transmit once for each selection of the option. If the test is not successfully transmitted,
the communicator does not attempt to resend. An unsuccessful transmission is not counted as a FAIL TO
COMMUNICATE.
07 Line Fail
The ISDN module continually monitors the ISDN line that it is connected to. In addition to the DC volts
monitoring of the ISDN line, the ISDN Module can be programmed to use layer 1 check monitoring. The
layer 1 option will activate the ISDN line every 40 seconds and monitor the activation response from the
ISDN network. This activation will remain for about 20 seconds. When X.25 is used the layer 1 check is not
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The ISDN module can be configured to report a line fail when either one or a combination of the volts and
layer 1 checks fail. The options are:
1 = None
No line monitoring
2 = Line Volts
DC volts monitored only
3 = Layer 1
Layer 1 monitored only
4 = Volts and Layer 1
Volts and layer 1 both monitored. Line Fail activated if both fail.
5 = Volts or Layer 1
Volts and Layer 1 both monitored. Line Fail activated if either fail.
08 Fail to Comm
This option determines the number of unsuccessful communication attempts before the COMM FAIL mes-
sage is recorded in the event log.
When an alarm condition or event is to be transmitted to the monitoring station, the ISDN module snatches the
telephone line and dials the programmed telephone numbers. This procedure is repeated for the second
telephone number if the Receiver option has been programmed as Dual.
NOTE:The ISDN module communicator snatches and holds the line until a successful attempt has been
made to the required telephone numbers or all the repeat attempts have been tried.
If the communication attempt is unsuccessful, the communicator waits for a short period before redialling the
number (or the second telephone number if the Receiver option has been programmed as Dual or Alter-
nate). When the Fail To Communicate option is left at the default setting of 3, if the first three dialling at-
tempts are unsuccessful, the COMM FAIL message is recorded in the event log and the alarms to be trans-
mitted are erased from the buffer.
09 Remote Access
This option defines when and how Galaxy Gold remote servicing will operate. The options are described as
follows.
1 = Access Time
This option determines the type of access that is available to the remote Galaxy Gold operator. There are four
modes:
1 = Off:
Galaxy Gold access to the Galaxy panel is disabled
2 = All Unset:
Access only when all the groups are unset. If groups are not enabled access is available at any time.
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3 = Any Set:
No access if any of the groups are set. The system must be fully unset, whether groups are enabled or not.
4 = Any Time (default):
Access available at any time
2 = Mode
1 = Direct
This permits access to be initiated from Galaxy Gold.
2 = Manager Authorize
If this option is selected here are two methods that an authorized user can use to enable access to the Galaxy
via Galaxy Gold:
Timed Access:
Galaxy Gold must access the Galaxy within 40 minutes of this option being enabled by the manager. Once
connected, there is no time limit on the access period. On terminating the connection, Galaxy Gold can re-
access the system within a 15 minute period of the termination.
Call Back:
The manager instructs the Galaxy to initiate a connection to a PC (with Galaxy Gold software loaded) by
dialling one of the numbers programmed in the Call Back option.
Refer to option 47 = Remote Access for details of how to initiate the Manager authorized connection.
3 = Call Back
Up to five telephone numbers can be programmed into this option. Galaxy Gold requests the Galaxy to call
back to one of the numbers.
NOTES:
1.If Manager Authorize is selected as the Remote Access  Mode, then the ISDN module can only
make outgoing calls - it is disabled from answering all incoming calls.
2.If Call Back is selected, then access to the Galaxy is denied unless the call back option in Galaxy Gold
is used to initiate the connection.
10 Alarm Monitoring
This is identical to the Microtech format communications (56.1.3).  This option is used  to allow alarms to be
dialled to a PC with Alarm Monitoring software loaded as well as to an ARC using the Primary and/or Sec-
ondary formats.
11 Backup Module
This option allows another module to become the primary communication module if a line fail is detected on
the ISDN module. There are 6  options:
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4 = Ethernet Module
Figure 8.  Ethernet Module Programming Structure
4 = Ethernet
01= Module 
       Config1 = IP Address
2 = Site Name
3 = Gateway IP
4 = Network Mask
02 = Alarm
        Reporting1 = Format1 = SIA (0-4)1 = Trigger1 = Status
2 = Groups
2 = Groups Setting
1 = Account No.
2 = IP Address
3 = Port No.
2 = Microtech (Same as SIA format)
2 = Primary IP1 = IP Address
2 = Port No.
3 = Secondary IP
1 = IP Address
2 = Port No.
4 = Account No.
5 = Receiver
1 = Single
2 = Dual
6 = Alarm Mon.
1 = Trigger1 = Status
2 = Groups
2 = Account No.
3 = IP Address
4 = Port No.
7 = Heartbeat
1 = Interval
8 = Protocol
0 = UDP
1 = TCP
03 = Remote
        Access1 = Access Period1 = Off
2 = All unset
3 = Any Set
4 = Any Time
2 = Mode
1 = Direct access
2 = Mgr Authorize1 = Call Back IP11 = IP Address
2 = Port No.
3 = Call Back IP3
1 = IP Address
2 = Port No.
4 = Call Back IP4
1 = IP Address
2 = Port No.
5 = Call Back IP5
1 = IP Address
2 = Port No. 2 = Call Back IP2
1 = IP Address
2 = Port No.04 = Autotest1 = Start Time
2 = Interval
05 = Engineer Test
06 = Fail to Comm
07 = Line Fail1 = Network0 = Off
1 = Available
2 = Signal Path
1 = Primary
2 = Secondary
3 = Alarm Mon.
4 = Any
5 = All
8 = SIA Control1 = IP Address
9 = Encrypt1 = Alarm Report0 = Off
1 = On
2 = Remote Access
0 = Off
1 = On
3 = SIA Control
0 = Off
1 = On
4 = Alarm Mon.0 = Off
1 = On
10 = Backup module1 = Off
2 = Ext. Tel Mod
3 = Ext. RS232
4 = ISDN
5 = Int. Telecoms
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The Ethernet module allows the Galaxy control panel to communicate over Ethernet local and wide area
networks, using both UDP and TCP Ethernet protocols. The Ethernet module supports both alarm signalling
and remote servicing. Features included in the Ethernet module communications are data encryption and path
supervision between the Ethernet module and alarm receiving applications.
01 Module Config
Each Ethernet module is pre-programmed with a unique MAC address, which identifies the module on the
network. However in order for the module to communicate with other applications an IP address should be
assigned to the unit. The information programmed in this section is required for other applications on the
network to recognise the Ethernet module.
1 = IP Address
This is the IP address of the Ethernet module. This must be a unique, static IP address. The address will be in
the form XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX. The dot separator will be automatically added after each sequence of three
numbers or can be manually added by pressing the * key.
An example of a valid IP address is 192.0.1.152.
This address should be provided by your IT administrator
2 = Site Name
This option is not used at this time
3 = Gateway IP
When using the Ethernet module over a wide area network the IP address of the gateway router connected to
the Ethernet local area network must be entered in this field. The format of this address is identical to the IP
address of the Ethernet module.
This information should be supplied by the IT administrator
4 = Network Mask
The network mask identifies the class of network being used. This field masks off the parts of the gateway IP
address which, are common and not required for specific identification of the Ethernet module.
This information should be supplied by the IT administrator.
02 = Alarm Reporting
This option allows selection of the alarm signalling format used to transmit the events. This option also controls
the types of events, which are sent and the destination/identification for each independent group.
1 = Format
This is the signalling format of the receiver and has the following two formats:
1 = SIA (0-4) Security Industries Association
The SIA format can be programmed between levels 0 and 4 and provides a protocol that transmits detailed
information including textual descriptors, to a SIA compatible receiver or PC loaded with suitable receiver
software.
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Refer to Appendix C of this manual for the detailed breakdown of the SIA event structure for each level.
On selecting the SIA format, the keypad prompts for the required SIA level to be entered, there are five SIA
levels available:
• Level 0 (default) – basic event information with 4 digit account numbers
• 1 – as level 0 plus 6 digit account numbers
• 2 – as level 1 but with event modifiers
• 3 – as level 2 but with text descriptors
• 4 – as level 3 but also enables the SIA control command feature (refer option 08 SIA control)
1 = Trigger Events
When the SIA level has been selected press the ent key. The keypad displays the first trigger event and it’s
On/Off status (see table 25 for the list of available triggers, and Appendix B for the events which are
controlled by each trigger). The triggers control the events, which are transmitted. If the trigger is set to On,
any events logged, which are controlled by the trigger will be transmitted. If the trigger is set to Off, the
events controlled by the trigger will not be transmitted. Step through the trigger events using the A and B
keys.
1 = Status
To modify the trigger on/off status select the trigger to be modified using the A and B keys and press the
ent key. To program the status to On press 1, to set it to Off press 0. Alternatively use the A/B keys to
toggle between On and Off. To accept the new status, press the ent key. This will automatically return
the display to the previous menu level.
Programming the SIA format with groups enabled
If groups have been enabled on the system (refer to option 63.1), then the SIA format menu alters slightly to
support the independent event trigger programming for each group.
1 = Trigger Events
On selecting the SIA level the menu enters the Trigger Events option. Press the ent key to display the first
trigger event; the keypad shows the trigger, the trigger status and the groups assigned.
To modify the trigger event select the required event using the A and B keys and press the ent key. The
1=Status option is then displayed. If the status requires to be modified press the ent key.
1 = Status
To program the status to On press 1, to set it to Off press 0. Alternatively use the A/B keys to toggle
between On and Off. To accept the new status, press the ent key. This will automatically return the
display to the previous menu level.
2 = Groups
If groups have been enabled on the system (refer option 63.1), then the groups can be assigned to each
event trigger. This means that the events have to occur in assigned groups before they are signalled. To
modify the groups assigned to a specific trigger press the ent key from the 2=Groups menu option. The
display will show the groups and indicate whether it is assigned (Y) or not assigned (N) to the group. To
assign or unassign a group from a specific trigger press the number key corresponding to the group
number. The display will show the new status. To accept the new status, press the ent key and return to
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Groups Setting
NOTE: This option is only displayed if the groups have been enabled (refer option 63.1)
Each of the events are signalled to Primary IP/Port Numbers programmed in menu option 56.4.2.2 and the
account number programmed in 56.4.2.4. However, each group can be programmed to transmit event
details to a unique IP address and port number, with a unique account number. On selecting the 2=Group
Settings option the first group is displayed. Select the required group to be modified using the A/B keys
and press ent. 1=Account No. is displayed
1 = Account No.
By default the account number programmed in option 56.4.2.4 will be entered in this field. To assign a
unique account number to the group selected use the B key to erase any existing numbers and enter the
new number. The account number should be between four and six digits long. Press the ent key to save
the programming and return to the previous menu level.
To modify the IP address which events from a specific group will be signalled to press the A or 2 keys,
then press ent.
2 = IP Address
By default the IP address programmed in option 56.4.2.2 will be displayed. To programme a new IP
address use the B key to erase any existing programming and enter the new IP address to which the
events are to be sent. Press ent to save the new address and return to the previous menu level.
To modify the Port No. which events from a specific group will be sent press either the A or 3 keys,
then press ent.
3 = Port No.
By default the Port No. programmed in option 56.4.2.2 will be displayed. To programme a new port
number use the B key to erase any existing programming and enter the new port number. Press the ent
key to save the new address and return to the previous menu.
2 = Microtech
Microtech format is a protocol that transmits detailed point id information to a PC, which has the Galaxy
Alarm Monitoring application installed and running.
The level of information supplied is similar to SIA level 3.
The menu structure and programming of the options are identical to the SIA format. Refer 1=SIA for pro-
gramming details.
2 = Primary IP
The Primary IP defines the receiver destination details for the primary alarm transmission path. The destination
is made up of an IP address and a port number. To programme the IP address press ent. If groups are ena-
bled the information programmed for the primary IP and port numbers is automatically copied to all groups.
1 = IP Address
Enter the IP address of the primary receiver. The address will be in the form XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX. The dot
separator will be automatically added after each sequence of three numbers or can be manually added by
pressing the * key. To save the address and return to the previous menu level press ent. To programme the
port number of the primary destination receiver press either 2 or A, then press ent.
Note: This number must be programmed, even if groups have been enabled and all groups have a pro-
grammed IP address. This is the IP address used for all system wide events.
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2 = Port No.
To erase any previously programmed numbers press the B key. Enter the port number of the primary destina-
tion receiver. The default value is 10002. Press ent to save the programmed number.
3 = Secondary IP
The Ethernet module supports signalling to more than one receiver destination. The Secondary IP defines the
receiver destination details for the secondary alarm transmission path. The destination is made up of an IP
address and a port number. To programme the IP address press ent.
1 = IP Addresss
Enter the IP address of the secondary receiver. The address will be in the form XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX. The
dot separator will be automatically added after each sequence of three numbers or can be manually added by
pressing the * key. To save the address and return to the previous menu level press ent. To programme the
port number of the secondary destination receiver press either 2 or A, then press ent.
2 = Port No.
To erase any previously programmed numbers press the B key. Enter the port number of the secondary
destination receiver. The default value is 10002. Press ent to save the programmed number.
4 = Account No.
The account number identifies the Galaxy system to the receiver when signals are transmitted. Every signal
transmitted contains the account number. The account number should be between 4 and 6 digits long. After
entering the account number press ent to save and return to the previous menu level.
If groups are enabled the account number entered in this field is automatically copied to all groups.
5 = Receiver
This option determines the paths, which will be used for alarm signalling.
1 = Single
If selected the Primary IP destination and/or specific group IP programming is used to signal alarms. If 1=Sin-
gle is selected and a Secondary IP is programmed the Secondary IP destination will be used in the event of a
failure to the Primary IP. A Fail to Comm will be logged against the Primary alarm transmission path.
2 = Dual
If selected and if a secondary IP is programmed events are sent to both the primary and secondary IP destina-
tions.
6 = Alarm Monitoring
This option provides a further alarm transmission path specifically for events being sent to the Galaxy Alarm
Monitoring application.
The keypad displays the first trigger event and it’s On/Off status (see table 25 for the list of available triggers,
and Appendix B for the events which are controlled by each trigger). The triggers control the events, which
are transmitted. If the trigger is set to On, any events logged, which are controlled by the trigger will be trans-
mitted. If the trigger is set to Off, the events controlled by the trigger will not be transmitted. Step through the
trigger events using the A and B keys.
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1 = Trigger
Press the ent key to display the first trigger event; the keypad shows the trigger, the trigger status and the
groups assigned.
To modify the trigger event select the required event using the A and B keys and press the ent key. The
1=Status option is then displayed. If the status requires to be modified press the ent key.
1 = Status
To program the status to On press 1, to set it to Off press 0. Alternatively use the A/B keys to toggle
between On and Off. To accept the new status, press the ent key. This will automatically return the display
to the previous menu level.
2 = Groups
If groups have been enabled on the system (refer option 63.1), then the groups can be assigned to each
event trigger. This means that the events have to occur in assigned groups before they are signalled. To
modify the groups assigned to a specific trigger press the ent key from the 2=Groups menu option. The
display will show the groups and indicate whether it is assigned (Y) or not assigned (N) to the group. To
assign or unassign a group from a specific trigger press the number key corresponding to the group
number. The display will show the new status. To accept the new status, press the ent key and return to the
previous menu level. If the Galaxy panel supports more than 8 groups use the A and B keys to scroll
through all available groups.
2 = Account No.
This option is required to assign a unique account number to the events signalled to Alarm Monitoring. This
data must be entered before any events are sent to Alarm Monitoring via this option. The account number can
be a maximum of 6 digits. Press the ent key to save the programming and return to the previous menu level.
3 = IP Address
To programme a new or modify the Alarm Monitoring IP address use the B key to erase any existing pro-
gramming and enter the new IP address to which the events are to be sent. Press ent to save the new address
and return to the previous menu level.
4 = Port No.
To programme a new port number use the B key to erase any existing programming and enter the new port
number. Press the ent key to save the new address and return to the previous menu.
7 = Heartbeat
The Ethernet module supports path supervision to ensure the alarm transmission paths are available to transmit
event when required. This option, if programmed determines the frequency, which the alarm transmission paths
are checked.
1 = Interval
Enter the interval within which a path supervision signal (heartbeat) must be received from each alarm trans-
mission path (refer option 56.4.7.2 Line Fail – Signalling Path). If a heartbeat is not received within the pro-
grammed interval a line fail condition will be activated in the panel. The Line Fail event will indicate which path
has failed (Primary, Secondary or Alarm Monitoring).
The default period is 30 minutes.
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