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ADEMCO 4229
WIRED ZONE EXPANDER/RELAY MODULE
INSTALLATION AND SETUP GUIDE
GENERAL INFORMATION If a zone is not programmed, the resistor need not be used.
The ADEMCO 4229 Wired Zone Expander/Relay Module The method of programming each zone for type of alarm
adds up to eight end-of-line resistor supervised zones and and reporting code to the central monitoring station varies
two dry form C (SPDT) relay outputs to compatible control with the control to which the module is connected. Refer to
communicators via the control’s keypad wiring. the installation instructions for that control unit.

The module may be mounted within the control’s cabinet (if Set the DIP switch to one of 16 addresses, as shown in the
room permits), or remotely. If mounted remotely, there are table below, so the control can identify the module and
provisions to tamper-protect the unit. Communication to the communicate with it properly. The address to be set is
module is supervised so that it cannot be disconnected from determined by the particular control to be used, and the
the keypad wiring without detection by the control. If the control’s installation instructions must be consulted. As
wiring is cut, a tamper or alarm signal will result, to indicate shipped, the DIP switch is set for an address of “0”.
that this device (and possibly other similarly connected Zone A can be set for a fast response time of 10ms to an
devices) has become inoperative. open circuit, if desired, by setting position 1 of the DIP
INSTALLATION switch to “OFF”. As shipped, it is set to “ON” for a response
time of 300ms, as shown in the table below. All of the
When the module is to be mounted inside the control’s module’s other protection zones have a nominal response
cabinet, it should be mounted horizontally. Insert self- time of 300ms.
tapping screws (provided) in two adjacent raised tabs at the
back of the cabinet. Leave the heads projecting 1/8”. Hang Connections to the module’s two relays are made via the 7-
the module on the screw heads via two of the slotted holes conductor cord provided. Refer to the control’s installation
on the back of its housing. In this case, the module’s cover instructions for specific information on how to program the
need not be tamper protected. If the tamper jumper (see the control’s various activation options for the relays.
diagram) is placed in its upper position, the module’s cover Connections to the control’s keypad wiring points can be
can be left off. See the control’s instructions for additional made via 4-position terminal block TB2, the 4-pin plug, or
information. both (wire color connections are the same)
When the module is to be mounted remotely, holes on its SPECIFICATIONS
back permit it to be mounted horizontally or vertically. Wires
can exit from the side or the breakout on the back of its Physical 6-7/16”W x 4-1/4”H x 1-1/4”D
housing. The tamper jumper should be put into its lower (163mm x 108mm x 32mm)
position and, when the installation is completed, the Electrical
module’s cover put on. A magnet in the cover, positioned
near a reed switch in the unit, will cause a tamper signal to Input Voltage: 12VDC (from control’s remote keypad
be sent to the control if the cover is removed. connection points)
Affix the connections label that accompanies the unit to the Input Current: 30mA (relays off)
inside of the module’s cover (if the cover is to be used)) or to 100mA (relays on)
the inside of the control’s cover
Relay Contact
CONNECTIONS AND SETTINGS Rating: 2A max. at 28VDC/AC
See the table below and the diagram on the reverse side.
Make protection zone connections to 12-position terminal
block TB1. Each zone that is used must have a 1000 ohm
end-of-line resistor connected across the end of its loop, as
shown.

DIP SWITCH SETTINGS

SWITCH W I R E D Z O N E E X PA N D E R / R E L AY A D D R E S S S E T T I N G S
OFF
ON NUMBER ("—" means "OFF")
➞

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
1

➞
2 ON — ON — ON — ON — ON — ON — ON — ON —
2

➞ 3 ON ON — — ON ON — — ON ON — — ON ON — —
3

➞ 4 ON ON ON ON — — — — ON ON ON ON — — — —
4

4229-003-V0

➞
5 ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON — — — — — — — —
5

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 RELAY CON- RELAY
➞
DIP SWITCH WIRED ZONE
NECTOR
➞ 2 FOR SETTING ADDRESS
AND ZONE "A" RESPONSE
EXPANDER/RELAY
MODULE
EITHER OR BOTH CAN BE USED
RELAY

➞
➞
1 TB2
NO C NC GRN DATA OUT
4-PIN CONSOLE PLUG 4
TO CONTROL
TAMPER JUMPER POSITION

➞
MODULE IN CABINET BLK
3 (–) GROUND
(NOT TAMPER) 4

WHT

ORG
GRY

BRN
3 RED

YEL
BLK
MODULE REMOTE

VIO
(TAMPER PROTECTED) 2 2 (+) 12V
TB1
YEL DATA IN

GND
1 1 FROM

NO

NO
NC

NC
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 CONTROL

➞
{
{
RLY RLY
2 1 REED TERMINATE EACH PROGRAMMED
ZONE WITH 1000 OHM END-OF-

{ RELAYS
(TAMPER)
SWITCH
LINE RESISTOR (EACH ZONE'S

4229-004-V0
1K
➞ MAX. LOOP RESISTANCE:
"OFF" 300 OHMS + EOL)
ZONES A B C D E F G H

FCC & INDUSTRY CANADA STATEMENT

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF FCC RULES AND RSS210 OF INDUSTRY CANADA. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

THE USER SHALL NOT MAKE ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THE EQUIPMENT UNLESS AUTHORIZED BY
THE INSTALLATION AND SETUP GUIDE OR USER GUIDE.

FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION AND LIMITATIONS OF THE ENTIRE ALARM SYSTEM, REFER TO THE INSTALLATION AND
SETUP GUIDE FOR THE CONTROL PANEL WITH WHICH THIS DEVICE IS USED.

LIMITED WARRANTY
Honeywell International Inc., acting through its Security & Custom Electronics business ("Seller") 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York
11791, warrants its product(s) to be in conformance with its own plans and specifications and to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and service for 24 months from the date stamp control on the product(s) or, for product(s) not having a
manufacturer’s date stamp, for 12 months from date of original purchase unless the installation instructions or catalog sets forth a
shorter period, in which case the shorter period shall apply. Seller's obligation shall be limited to repairing or replacing, at its option,
free of charge for materials or labor, any product(s) which is proved not in compliance with Seller's specifications or proves defective in
materials or workmanship under normal use and service. Seller shall have no obligation under this Limited Warranty or otherwise if
the product(s) is altered or improperly repaired or serviced by anyone other than Honeywell factory service. Connection of any device(s)
to a communicating bus of a Honeywell security system (e.g., keypad bus, polling loop) other than those manufactured or approved by
Honeywell shall void this warranty. For warranty service, return product(s) transportation prepaid, to Honeywell Factory Service, 165
Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR OTHERWISE, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. IN NO CASE SHALL SELLER BE
LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR UPON ANY OTHER BASIS OF LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF THE LOSS OR
DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE SELLER'S OWN NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT. Seller does not represent that the product(s) it sells may
not be compromised or circumvented; that the product(s) will prevent any personal injury or property loss by burglary, robbery, fire or
otherwise; or that the product(s) will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection. Customer understands that a properly
installed and maintained alarm system may only reduce the risk of a burglary, robbery, fire, or other events occurring without
providing an alarm, but it is not insurance or a guarantee that such will not occur or that there will be no personal injury or property
loss as a result. CONSEQUENTLY, SELLER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR OTHER LOSS BASED ON A CLAIM THAT THE PRODUCT(S) FAILED TO GIVE WARNING. HOWEVER, IF SELLER IS HELD
LIABLE, WHETHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF CAUSE OR ORIGIN, SELLER'S MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED
THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT(S), WHICH SHALL BE THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AGAINST
SELLER.
This warranty replaces any previous warranties and is the only warranty made by Seller on this product(s). No increase or alteration,
written or verbal, of the obligations of this Limited Warranty is authorized.

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