While the DSC Power 1832 Security Kit is a hardwired alarm system, its user-friendly installation makes it so that stress won't be a part of the setup process! The DSC Power 1832 Security Kit is the perfect all-in-one solution for those wanting to protect their homes at a reasonable price without the hassle of finding compatible parts.
Among the kit's parts are:
- An impressive RF keypad with wireless capabilities
- A reliable interior surface mount siren
- A powerful PC1832 control panel
The keypad itself is the DSC RFK5501 LCD Picture Icon Keypad. Its user-friendly interface is designed to provide the best protection without a lot of detailed work on the homeowner's part, and features FIVE programmable keys allowing one-button activation of the system's functions.
These keys' default functions include:
- stay arming
- away arming
- door chime
- smoke detector reset
- quick exit
Most hardwired alarm systems make you go through a sometimes galling arm/disarm process when leaving or entering your home. But with the keypad's QUICK-EXIT key that is now a thing of the past! Simply push the button once and you'll be able to easily let your dog out, or grab the mail!
Additionally, the RFK5501 keypad supports eight different languages and global partition status. And because the unit also comes with a built-in wireless receiver, it's able to support 32 wireless zones and 16 wireless keys without taking up a wireless zone slot. What this means is that while the keypad itself is wired, it's capable of working with any wireless sensors, motion detectors and glass breaking devices you'd like to put around your home.
Other features:
- Modern, slim-line landscape keypad
- Enlarged keypad buttons
- 5 programmable function keys
- Input/Output terminal can be programmed to operate as a zone input, programmable output or as a low temperature sensor
- Individual FAP keys
- Multiple door chime per zone
- Adjustable backlight and keypad buzzer
- Wire channel
- Dual wall-mount and front cover tamper
- Easy-to-install mounting hinge
- Surface or single-gang box mount
- New AC status ICON
- RFK5501 includes all of the same features and supports 32 wireless zones and 16 wireless keys
Siren Overview
The SD 15W-ULF Siren that comes with this system is a self-contained, surface-mount, un-tampered dual tone interior siren that is designed as a household burglar alarm system accessory, but could also function as an audible signal appliance for fire alarm systems. When power is applied to this device, the siren produces an audible steady or yelp tone according to the wiring.
Control Panel
The PC1832 control panel, which is a metal cabinet, will be mounted out of the way in a utility closet or in the basement. The metal cabinet contains the system electronics, fuses and back up battery, and acts as the security system's hub. What sets this control panel apart from others on the market, however, is how impressively it lends itself to upgradability. The Kit as it is works as a powerful and effective home security device, but as the you become more familiar with home security and burglar alarms you might eventually want to upgrade your equipment. This control panel lets you do just that as it features 8 hardwire zone inputs, can support up to 8 keypads, allows 32 user codes, and features 4 partitions! What this means it that you could easily attach additional parts, including keypads, motion sensors, glass break detectors, door contacts and even fire detection devices, all without having to buy an entirely new system! All of these products and more are available here at HomeSecurityStore.com.
Features Now Standard Throughout the POWERSERIES Platform
- SIA CP-01 compliant
- Partitionable auto-arm timer
- Zone follower output
- No activity arming
- Automatic Contact ID
- Day zone
- PGM output timer
- Cross zoning
Features New to the POWERSERIES Platform
- 500-event buffer
- Single architectural design for universal feature set
- Full module compatibility across POWERSERIES platform
- Retains backward compatibility with all POWERSERIES modules
- Hardware/Software architecture easily accommodates
- future expandability
- Programmable daylight savings time
- Night zone
- Time function key
Main Control Panel Features
| Features |
PC1832 |
| On-board Zones |
8 |
| Hardwired Zones |
32 (3 x PC5108) |
| Wireless Zones |
32 |
| Keypad Zone Support |
Yes |
| On-board PGM Outputs |
PGM 1 = 50 mA
PGM 2 = 300 mA |
| PGM Expansion |
8 x 50 mA (PC5208)
4 x 500 mA (PC5204) |
| Keypads |
8 |
| Partitions |
4 |
| User Codes |
32+ Master Codes |
| Event Buffer |
500 Events |
| Battery Required |
4 Ah / 7 Ah / 14 AHr |
| Bell Ouput |
12 V / 700 mA (cont) |
| Power Supply |
16.5 VAC/40 VA @ 60 Hz |
| Current Draw (Panel) |
110 mA (Nominal) |
| Auxiliary + Output |
11.1 – 12.6 VDC/550 mA |
| Bell Output |
11.1 – 12.6 VDC/700 mA |
| Operating Environment |
32° to 120° F
(0° to 49° C) |
| Relative Humidity |
93% |
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