Re: DSS-670 Help Please

[ABLE1 <somebody@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

On 1/25/2024 3:33 PM, ABLE1 wrote:
> On 1/25/2024 2:47 PM, Andrew Washburn wrote:
>> On Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 9:14:52â?¯AM UTC-8, Andrew Washburn wrote:
>>> On Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 7:04:01â?¯AM UTC-8, ABLE1 wrote:
>>>> 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..................!! ;-)
>>> Thank you to everyone for your suggestions and cautions.
>>> So far, I've looked at a replacement board from Konnected.com.
>>> Any comments?
>>> I'll look at DCS next.
>>> Thanks for your guidance and encouragement.
>>> Andy.
>> *** Oops. My mistake. It's Konnected.io, not Konnected.com ***
>
> Hi Andrew,
>
> Personally I have not clue. Outside my brain capabilities at this date!!
>
> However, a quick search on YouTube will pop up more than you can handle.
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-C-F56lHQA
>
> Again, good luck!!
>
> Les
>

Also please note that the guy has a date on the battery of Oct/03.
That means that when he recorded the video 2 years ago his battery
was already dead for maybe about 14 years.

Does make one' Wonder!!!!!