Re: DSS-670 Help Please

[ABLE1 <somebody@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

On 1/25/2024 1:00 AM, RTS wrote:
> On 1/24/2024 8:44 PM, Andrew Washburn wrote:
>> On Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 5:38:23â?¯PM UTC-8, Bob La Londe wrote:
>>> On 1/24/2024 6:27 PM, Andrew Washburn wrote:
>>>> On Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 5:13:01â?¯PM UTC-8, Bob La Londe wrote:
>>>>> On 1/24/2024 5:55 PM, Andrew Washburn wrote:
>>>>>> After 30 years of reliable operation, the keypad connected to our
>>>>>> DSS-670 suddenly started flashing one or more lights and beeping
>>>>>> randomly. All the keypad lights dimmed. I had to remove power to
>>>>>> stop the beeping and flashing.
>>>>>> I replaced the power supply and the battery. I checked that all
>>>>>> the buss screws were tight, but after four days. It did it again.
>>>>>> I rechecked everything, but again after four days, it did it again.
>>>>>> Any suggestions?
>>>>> Four days. Sounds about right. Check the output voltage on the battery
>>>>> leads. Then check your fuses.
>>>>>
>>>>> I think that's an old Brinks made by Scantronics. (Well something like
>>>>> that comes to mind, but I never worked on those antiques.) Programmer
>>>>> needed for anything else most likely. The one guy who used to provide
>>>>> that kind of support is out of the business. Sold all his stuff that
>>>>> was left a number of years ago. Last I heard he was planning to
>>>>> manufacture plastic shredding machines.
>>>>>
>>>>> --
>>>>> Bob La Londe
>>>>> CNC Molds N Stuff
>>>>>
>>>>>
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>>>> Thanks for the quick reply.
>>>> I will do as you suggest.
>>>> I understand that there's not much chance I can save it.
>>>> I'm probably looking at a new system.
>>>> In your opinion, am I better off 1) replacing the control box with a
>>>> new, better box and keeping the wired system, or 2) starting over
>>>> with a wireless system? I'm not a security system expert, just a
>>>> reasonably capable homeowner.
>>>> Andy.
>>> If there is nothing wrong with your devices and wiring keep your wired
>>> loops. I always preferred wired zones, but many companies preferred
>>> wireless because it requires much less skill and labor to install.
>>> --
>>> Bob La Londe
>>> CNC Molds N Stuff
>> That makes sense.
>> Thanks.
> If you do opt for the wired replacement..
> make note of the resistance on each zone loop input..
> (that will have to match, whatever new control you install.
> and if the resistors are in the box, it's easy to exchange.)
> Another item to check is the amount of load on the output circuit.
> (Many of the new panels are severely limited compared to older panels..)
> RTS
All the input & suggestions has been "spot on" to help this guy.
I will add one more bit of assistance!!
When you look for a "hardwired" Panel find one that has a
add-on wireless receiver that can be used for a variety of
other STUFF you don't even know about!!

Such as the DSC equipment.   https://www.dsc.com

Good Luck!!

Les

And yes guys, I am still here..................!!  ;-)