RTX3

Wireless Expansion
Module
V5.3

Reference and Installation Manual

Table of Contents

Specifications..........................................................................3
Hardware Compatibility...................................................... 3
Overview .................................................................................. 4
Description .............................................................................. 4
Features ................................................................................... 4
Installation .............................................................................. 6
Antenna Installation ............................................................ 7
System Reset ........................................................................... 7
LED Feedback ........................................................................ 8
Programming ......................................................................... 9
Programming RTX3 for Spectra SP Series Panels....... 9
Programming for EVO Series Panels............................... 9
Programming Stand-Alone RTX3 Modules.................. 17
Firmware Upgrade ................................................................ 20
Index .......................................................................................... 21
Specifications
Power input voltage: 12Vdc
Frequency: 433MHz or 868MHz
Sensitivity: -120 dBm
Current consumption: 50 mA
Dimensions and 15cm x 16cm x 3cm (6in x 6.5in x 1.1in) / 24g
Weight:
Operating 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F)
temperature:
Humidity: 5 - 90%
PGM outputs: PGM1 and PGM2 - 150mA PGM transistor
outputs
PGM3 - form C relay output rated at 5A/28Vdc,
N.O./N.C. (PGM4 optional)
Range: Refer to the appropriate transmitter Instructions
Other: Di-pole antenna; Error Correction Algorithm
Approvals: EN50131-3: Security Grade 2, Environmental
Class II, Certification Body Intertek
For the latest information on product approvals,
visit our website at www.paradox.com
Hardware Compatibility
EVO Spectra SP Stand Alone
Zones 32 32 32
Remotes 32/96/999 32 32
Remote Control REM1 REM1 REM1
Type RAC1 RAC1 REM15
REM2 REM2
RAC2 RAC2
REM3 REM3
REM15 REM15
Wireless PGMs 8 16 -
Wireless Keypads - 8 -
Wireless Siren 8 4 -
Wireless Repeater - 2 -
PX8 Output Module - - 4
Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the RTX3 Wireless Expansion Module
(“RTX3”), including the package contents provided with the RTX3, the
system features and an overview of the RTX3 components.

Description Features
The RTX3 is a 2-way, 32 zone • Up to 32 wireless zones
wireless expansion module which • Support for REM1 / REM2 /
enables EVO and Spectra SP Series REM3/ REM15 / RAC1 / RAC2
control panels to support wireless remote controls
hardware such as sirens, motion • Support for wireless PGMs
detectors and remote controls. • Support for all Magellan
transmitters including 2WPGM
Included Items
Antenna • Support for two RPT1 and eight
K32RF / K37 (SP Series only)
Required/Optional Items • Support for SR130 / SR150
• Mounting hardware Wireless Sirens and RPT1
• Optional 12Vdc external Wireless Repeater (SP Series
power supply (PS17) only)
• Support for PX8 Output Module
Compatibility
• EVO 192 / EVOHD control • In-field firmware upgrade
panels through BabyWare software via
serial or 4-wire connection
• Spectra SP series control
panels • RF jamming supervision
• Low battery, tamper and check-
in supervision
• Transmitter signal strength
display
• 3 PGM outputs and 1 optional
output
• Noise level test and indicator

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RTX3 Board and Connectors
The following graphic displays the RTX3 board and connectors.

5
1
6
2

3
7
4
8

Figure 1: RTX3 Board and Connectors

1. LED display (see LED 7. Mode Programming button: Used
Feedback on page 8) for programming Stand Alone
2. Firmware upgrade serial RTX3 modules (see Stand Alone
connector (see Firmware Programming on page 17 and
Upgrade on page 20) System Reset (see System Reset on
3. Anti-tamper switch page 7)
4. PCB screw 8. Program connector: Connect the
keypad to the Program connector
5. Antenna
to program in Stand Alone mode
6. Mounting clips
9. Wiring slot

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Chapter 1: Installation
This section describes how to connect the RTX3.
The following diagram displays RTX3 installation.

1
2 3

Figure 2: RTX3 Installation

1. Control panel Digiplex connection.
Notes:
• When using the RTX3 as a stand-alone device: connect an external
12Vdc power supply to the RED and BLK terminals
• Battery backup is recommended
2. Use a relay if the current draw exceeds 150mA on PGM1 or PGM2.
Connect the RTX3’s RED connector to the relay’s RED connector, and the
RTX3’s PGM connector (PGM1 or PGM2) to the relay’s BLK connector.
3. Connect PGM3 and PGM4 to external power supplies if additional
power is required. A PS-817 is recommended. Connect the PGM’s N/O
connector to the external power supply’s “+” connection. Connect the
power supply’s “-” connector to the device’s “-” connector. Connect the
PGM’s COM connector to the device’s “+” connector.
Note: Write down the serial number of all wireless modules used with
the RTX3.

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Antenna Installation
Secure the antenna to the ANT terminal connector as displayed below.
Note: A 433 MHz antenna is displayed.

Figure 3:Antenna Connection

System Reset
System Reset restores the RTX3 factory settings.
IMPORTANT: System Reset only functions during the first 30 seconds after
RTX3 power up.
To reset the system:
1. Press and hold the Programming button for 5 seconds.
The BUS RX LED flashes (see LED Feedback on page 8).
2. Release the button and press it again while the LED flashes to reset the
RTX3 default settings.

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LED Feedback
The following tables display LED feedback.

Legend
R = Red = Off
G = Green
Y = Yellow = On
= Flashing

ERROR ERROR R Com fail: GRN/YEL

R Problem with the BUS RX short / no data
module
BUS RX BUS TX

G Receiving from panel ERROR R Com fail: too many

BUS TX BUS RX modules / wrong data
G Transmitting to panel BUS TX G
RF RX
G Receiving wireless ERROR R Com fail: GRN/
RF TX BUS RX G YEL reversed
Y Transmitting wireless BUS TX G

ERROR R Combus power

BUS RX too low
BUS TX

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Chapter 2: Programming
This section describes how to program the RTX3 for Spectra SP series
control panels, EVO series control panels and for stand-alone installations.
Programming RTX3 for Spectra SP Series Panels
When connected to a Spectra SP Series control panel, RTX3 settings are
programmed through control panel programming sections. For detailed
instructions refer to the Spectra SP Series Programming Guide.
Notes:
• Programming for a Spectra SP series system requires K32 or K10V/H
keypads v2.0 or higher
• Only one RTX3 module can be connected to a Spectra SP Series panel
Programming for EVO Series Panels
Program RTX3 settings for EVO panels with either a keypad or BabyWare PC
software.

Programming RTX3 with a Keypad

When connected to an EVO panel, program RTX3 settings through the
keypad by entering Module Programming Mode.
To enter Module Programming mode:
1. Press and hold the [0] key.
2. Enter the [INSTALLER CODE].
3. Enter section [4003].
4. Enter the module [SERIAL NUMBER].
5. Enter the required [DATA].
Note: When used without a K641 or K641R keypad, enable EVO option [1]
in section [3029].

After Programming RTX3 for EVO Control Panels

Program the zones, PGMs, sirens and remote controls into the EVO panel.
Refer to EVO section [3034] and RTX3 section [001]* options [2] and [3] for
wireless transmitter supervision options. Requirement: Configure all
wireless sirens in an EVO system to a single RTX3.

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* For instructions on entering 3-digit RTX3 section numbers see RTX3
Programming Sections for EVO Panels on page 10.

RTX3 Programming Sections for EVO Panels

Section Feature Details

[001] Option
For RTX3 version 1.5 and higher, this
Low battery
[1] option is always on
supervision
ON: default

Check-in
[2] OFF : default
supervision
Check-in OFF : 24 hours (default)
[3] supervision time
ON: 80 minutes
interval
RF Jamming
[4] OFF : default
supervision
On-board
[5] module tamper OFF : default
supervision
PGM1 initial OFF : Normally Open (default)
[6]
state ON: Normally Closed
PGM2 initial OFF :
Normally Open (default)
[7]
state ON:Normally Closed
OFF : RTX3 ignores tamper signal
Transmit tamper
[8] (default)
signal
ON: RTX3 reports tamper signal
[002] Remote Control Options
REM2 visual and OFF : Old visual and auditory feedback
auditory (Supported by REM2 v2.00 or
feedback lower)
[1]
compatibility ON: New visual and auditory feedback
options* (default)
Note: Requires REM2 v2.01 and higher

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Section Feature Details
* The new visual and auditory feedback includes the following
system status: stay armed, instant armed and exit delay. Other
status feedback has not changed. For REM2 v1.04 or older, stay
arm, instant arm and exit delay status are not supported, and a
rejection beep will be heard when the system is in these status.
To view a transmitter’s 6-digit serial
View Transmitter, number:
[030] Remote Control and Press and hold the transmitter’s anti-
PGM Serial Numbers tamper switch

See Remote Controls To program remotes controls:

Details • Refer to User Code and Remote
Control Programming sections in the
EVO Programming Guide OR:
• Program through BabyWare
Note: When programming remote
controls (excepting a DSP series
keypad) for a system, enable EVO
option [1] in section [3029] and
refer to RTX3 Remote Control
Programming for EVO on page 15
Sections [671]-[678] correspond to
Zone inputs 1 - 8
[671] to 2WPGM Signal
Signal Strength:
[678] Strength
• 3 or less: weak - move transmitter
• 4 to 10: OK

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Section Feature Details
[901] to Assign 2WPGMs Sections [901]-[908] correspond to
[908] Zone inputs 1 - 8
To assign 2WPGMs:
Enter a 6-digit serial number or press
and release the transmitter’s tamper
switch
To delete an assigned 2WPGM:
Enter 000000 as a serial number
Note: If a section between [901] to [904]
is empty, the RTX3 uses the on
board PGM
To program Two-Way PGM activation
[910] to event, deactivation event and PGM
PGM Programming
[989] Delay options, see RTX3 PGM Options for
EVO on page 13

View two-way PGM

[991] PGM # in tamper trouble is displayed
Tamper Trouble
View two-way PGM PGM # in supervision trouble is
[992]
Supervision Trouble displayed
Assign the RTX3 that the sirens will be
[2850] Assign RTX3
configured to
Note: The following programming sections correspond to sirens 1-8
EXAMPLE: [2852]: Learn Siren 2
[2851] Learn Siren Press and hold the Reset/Training
to switch for 3 seconds after entering the
[2858] section to learn the siren
WARNING: When pressing the Reset/
Training switch, the SR130/SR150
squawks and the strobe light flashes
five times to confirm siren registration
to the panel

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Section Feature Details
Assign sirens to either one partition or
[2861]
Assign Partition to to all eight partitions.
to
Siren 00: Assigned to ALL 8 partitions
[2868]
01-08: Assign to selected partition

Press and hold the Reset/Training

switch for 3 seconds after entering the
[2871]
Display Siren Signal section to display the siren signal
to
Strength strength that the panel receives.
[2878]
Requires keypad K32LCD V1.3 and
higher
Temporary Siren
Press [ENTER] after entering the section
Tamper Switch
[2870] to deactivate tamper alarm until the
Deactivation for
cover is reinstalled or after 30 minutes
Maintenance

RTX3 PGM Options for EVO

PGM Activation
Event Feature
PGM Number Start # End #
Group Group
PGM1 [910] [911] [912] [913]
PGM2 [920] [921] [922] [923]
PGM3 [930] [931] [932] [933]
PGM4 [940] [941] [942] [943]
PGM5 [950] [951] [952] [953]
PGM6 [960] [961] [962] [963]
PGM7 [970] [971] [972] [973]
PGM8 [980] [981] [982] [983]
Default Data 000 000 000 000

PGM Deactivation
Event Feature
PGM Number Start # End #
Group Group
PGM1 [914] [915] [916] [917]

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 PGM Deactivation
PGM2 [924] [925] [926] [927]
PGM3 [934] [935] [936] [937]
PGM4 [944] [945] [946] [947]
PGM5 [954] [955] [956] [957]
PGM6 [964] [965] [966] [967]
PGM7 [974] [975] [976] [977]
PGM8 [984] [985] [986] [987]
Note For all events see PGM programming section in EVO Programming
Guide

PGM Delay
PGM Number Delay (000-255) Options
PGM1 [918] [919]
PGM2 [928] [929]
PGM3 [938] [939]
PGM4 [948] [949]
PGM5 [958] [959]
PGM6 [968] [969]
PGM7 [978] [979]
PGM8 [988] [989]
Default Data 005 OFF

The following options apply to sections [919], [929]... [989]:

Option [1]: PGM deactivation after:
[1] [8]
See table on right
OFF OFF Deactivation Event
Option [2]: PGM base time: OFF ON Deactivation Event
ON: Minutes ON OFF PGM Timer
OFF: Seconds (default) ON ON PGM Timer or
Option [8]: Flexible PGM deactivation*: Deactivation Event
See table on right
* Requirement: To program “Flexible PGM deactivation” (option [8]) the
“PGM deactivation after option” (option [1]) must be ON.

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RTX3 Remote Control Programming for EVO
IMPORTANT: The following section does not apply to DGP series keypads.
Section Feature Details
[040] to View or Each section includes 8 positions corresponding
[043] Delete used to 8 remote controls programmed in the system
Remote (the system enables up to 32 remote controls).
Controls EXAMPLES: [040]: remote controls 1 to 8.
[043]: remote controls 25 to 32
To view/delete remote controls:
1. Enter a section
2. Select the remote control position
corresponding to the remote control to be
deleted
3. Press [ENTER]. Any remote control position
displaying * will be deleted
[201] to Assign Sections [201]-[232] correspond to remote
[232] Remote controls 1-32
Controls to To assign remote controls to the system:
the System 1. Enter a section
2. Press and hold a button on the remote control
until you hear a confirmation beep. The remote
control is assigned
[301] to Assign Sections [301]-[332] correspond to remote
[332] Remote controls 1-32
Controls to To assign remote controls to Users:
Users 1. Select a remote control: Enter a section.
2. Enter a User number (001 to 255) in the
appropriate section (corresponding to Users
001 to 255)

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Section Feature Details
[401] to Program / Modify Remote Control Settings
[432] Sections [401]-[432] correspond to remote controls 1-32.
_____ / _____ / _____ / _____ / _____ / _____ / _____ / _____
(Default:15000000 - regular arm + disarm, see below)
N/A + N/A N/A
N/A + N/A N/A

[0]: Button disabled [8]: Panic 2 (non-medical)

[1]: Regular arm [9]: Panic 3 (fire)
[2]: Stay arm [STAY]: Smoke reset
[3]: Instant arm [FORCE]: Utility key 1
[4]: Force arm [ARM]: Utility key 2
[5]: Disarm [DISARM]: Utility key 3
[6]: Stay/instant disarm [BYP]: Utility key 4
[7]: Panic 1 (Police) [MEM]: Utility key 5
[CLEAR]: Exit without saving [ENTER]: Save data

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Programming Stand-Alone RTX3 Modules
The RTX3 can be used as a Stand-Alone module. This section describes how
to program the RTX3 in Stand-Alone mode.
Requirement
Use a PX8 in conjunction with the RTX3 to program wireless transmitters in
Stand-Alone mode (see the PX8 Instructions for more information).
To enter Programming mode:
1. Connect a 636 or 646 keypad to the Program connector (see #8 in Figure
1 on page 5).
2. Press the Mode Programming button (see #7 in Figure 1 on page 5).
3. Press [ENTER] on the Esprit keypad.
4. Enter the installer code (default: 757575).
5. Enter the required section number.

Stand Alone Programming

Section Feature Details

[000] Installer Code Set installer code (4 or 6 digits. Default:
757575)
[004] PGM Initial State
Option
PGM1 initial OFF : Normally open (default)
[6]
state ON: Normally closed
PGM2 initial OFF : Normally open (default)
[7]
state ON: Normally closed

[201] to Remote Control Sections [201]-[232] correspond to

[232] Assignment remote Controls 1- 32
To assign a remote control:
1. Press [ENTER].
2. After the confirmation beep, press
and hold any button on the remote
until you hear two beeps.
To delete a remote control:
Press [2ND] followed by [ENTER].

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Section Feature Details
[401] to Remote Control Button Options
[432] Sections [401-[432] correspond to remote controls 1-32.
Option
[1] [2] [3] Definition*
OFF OFF OFF No Arm or Disarm
ON OFF OFF Regular Arm (default)
OFF ON OFF Regular Arm
ON ON OFF Regular Arm
Regular Arm
OFF OFF ON Force Arm
ON OFF ON Force Arm
Stay Arm
OFF ON ON Regular Arm
Stay Arm
ON ON ON Stay Arm
* Buttons used to arm the system are also used to disarm the
system
Option
To select
Enable button for PGM
[4] PGM see
activation Default: ON
section [011]
To select
Enable button for PGM
[5] PGM see
activation Default: ON
section [012]
To select
Enable button for PGM
[6] PGM see
activation Default: ON
section [013]
To select
Enable button for PGM
[7] PGM see
activation Default: ON
section [014]
Enable button + for
[8]
Panic Alarm (default: ON)

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Section Feature Details
[011] to PGM Output Activation
[014] [011]: Remote Button
[012]: Remote Button See sections [401] to [432]
[013]: Remote Button
[014]: Remote Button
Option
[1] Activate
Default ON in section [011]
PGM 1 output
[2] Activate
Default ON in section [012]
PGM 2 output
[3] Activate
Default ON in section [013]
PGM 3 output
[4] Activate
Default ON in section [014]
PGM 4 output
[021] to PGM Latch / Delay
[024]
Sections [021]-[024] correspond to PGMs 1-4
Option
[0] Latched
[1] 1 second
[2] 5 seconds (default)
[3] 10 seconds
[4] 20 seconds
[5] 40 seconds
[6] 60 seconds
[7] 2 minutes
[8] 4 minutes

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Section Feature Details
[002] PGM Output on Panic
Option
[0] No PGM output on panic alarm
[1] Toggle PGM 1 on panic alarm
[2] Toggle PGM 2 on panic alarm
[3] Toggle PGM 3 on panic alarm (default)
[4] Toggle PGM 4 on panic alarm

Firmware Upgrade
Upgrade RTX3 firmware using either a serial connection or a four-wire
connection.
For firmware upgrade instructions see the Firmware Upgrade Instructions
document at: Paradox.com > Software > BabyWare.

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Index
Sections
2WPGM
Assigning ......................................................................................14
Signal strength ..............................................................................13

A
Antenna installation ...............................................................................8
Antennas .............................................................................................6
Anti-tamper switch ................................................................................6
Approvals ............................................................................................4
Assign partition to siren...................................................................... ..............14
Assign RTX3.....................................................................................................14
Assign wireless transmitters .................................................................13

B
Battery life .........................................................................................13

C
Check-in supervision ...........................................................................12
Check-in supervision time interval .........................................................12
Code length .......................................................................................19
Compatibility ........................................................................................4
Consumption ........................................................................................4
Current battery life ..............................................................................13
Current consumption .............................................................................4

D
Dimensions ..........................................................................................4
Display Siren Signal Strength...........................................................................14

E
EN50131 .............................................................................................4
Esprit ................................................................................................17
Esprit mode ..........................................................................................6
EVO ..................................................................................................11

F
Firmware upgrade ...............................................................................20
Frequency ...........................................................................................4

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I
Imperial .............................................................................................10
Input voltage ........................................................................................4
Installation ...........................................................................................7
Installer code ......................................................................................17

K
K641 .................................................................................................11

L
Learn Siren.......................................................................................................14
LED display ..........................................................................................6
LED feedback ...................................................................................6, 9
Low battery supervision .......................................................................12

M
Module programming mode (EVO) ........................................................11
Mounting clips ......................................................................................6

O
On-board module tamper supervision ....................................................12
Operating temperature ...........................................................................4

P
Panic alarm ........................................................................................19
PGM
Activation ......................................................................................14
Deactivation ..................................................................................15
Delay ...........................................................................................15
initial state ...............................................................................12, 17
Latch / delay ..................................................................................19
Options for EVO .............................................................................14
Output activation ............................................................................19
output on panic ..............................................................................20
outputs ...........................................................................................4
Programming .................................................................................14
Supervision trouble .........................................................................14
Tamper trouble ..............................................................................14
Power input voltage ...............................................................................4
Previous battery life .............................................................................13
Programming .....................................................................................10
Programming button ..............................................................................6

R
REM2 visual and auditory feedback .......................................................12

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Remote control assignment ..................................................................17
Remote control button options ..............................................................18
Remote controls .................................................................................13
Reset ..................................................................................................8
RF Jamming supervision ......................................................................12
RF lockout on panic .............................................................................20

S
Sensitivity ............................................................................................4
Signal strength ...................................................................................13
Specifications .......................................................................................4
Spectra SP series ...............................................................................10
Stand alone ..................................................................................17, 20
System reset ........................................................................................8

T
Temperature ........................................................................................4
Temporary Siren Tamper Switch Deactivation.................................................14
Transmitter signal strength ...................................................................13
Transmitter tamper signal .....................................................................12

U
User code assignment .........................................................................17

V
View serial numbers ............................................................................12
Voltage ................................................................................................4

W
Warranty ............................................................................................24
Wireless transmitter supervision options .................................................11
Wiring slot ............................................................................................6

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Patents
One or more of the following US patents may apply: 7046142, 6215399,
6111256, 6104319, 5920259, 5886632, 5721542, 5287111, 5119069,
5077549 and RE39406 and other pending patents may apply. Canadian
and international patents may also apply.
Trademarks
EVO and Spectra SP Series are trademarks of Paradox Ltd. or its affiliates in
Canada, the United States and/or other countries.
Certification
For the latest information on products approvals, such as UL and CE, please
visit www.paradox.com.
Warranty
For complete warranty information on this product please refer to the
Limited Warranty Statement found on the website www.paradox.com/
terms. Your use of the Paradox product signifies your acceptance of all
warranty terms and conditions.
© 2013 Paradox Ltd. All rights reserved. Specifications may change without
prior notice.
Technical Support
For technical support in Canada or the U.S., call 1-800-791-1919, Monday to
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST. For technical support outside Canada
and the U.S., call 00-1-450-491-7444, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to
8:00 p.m. EST.
For additional information please visit our website at
www.paradox.com.