Control Panels
XR150 & XR550
Version 212 | May 3, 2021
Effective June 7th, 2021, all XR Series Panels are being manufactured with Version 212 firmware.
Improved Wireless Test Operation
With XR Version 212, the Wireless Walk Test has been renamed the Wireless Test. This test has been improved to provide better testing of the transmitters. The test will now run for a total of 5 minutes. During the 5 minutes the transmitters are being tested multiple times. In order for a transmitter to pass it must have checked in 3 or more times. A timer will be displayed at the keypad to indicate that the test is in progress. At the end of the 5 minutes the results will display which transmitters have failed the test.
Competitor Wireless Update
With XR Version 212, competitor wireless zones will show up when performing the standard Walk Test, but will not show up on the keypad display when performing a Wireless Test.
1100T Supervision Value Improvement
XR Series panels now send the correct supervision value to the receiver when 24 hours is the selected supervision time.
1100T Remote Deletion Improvement
Previously, when an 1100T was deleted the user would be unable to program a device of the same type at that address. With Version 212 firmware, users are able to remotely delete and add devices back to the same address.
Supporting Software Updates
- Dealer Admin Version 2.64.0
- Remote Link Version 2.12
XR150 & XR550 International
Version 712 | May 3, 2021
Effective June 7th, 2021, all XR Series International Panels are being manufactured with Version 712 firmware.
Improved Wireless Test Operation
With XR Version 712, the Wireless Walk Test has been renamed the Wireless Test. This test has been improved to provide better testing of the transmitters. The test will now run for a total of 5 minutes. During the 5 minutes the transmitters are being tested multiple times. In order for a transmitter to pass it must have checked in 3 or more times. A timer will be displayed at the keypad to indicate that the test is in progress. At the end of the 5 minutes the results will display which transmitters have failed the test.
Supporting Software Updates
- Dealer Admin Version 2.64.0
- Remote Link Version 2.12
XR100 & XR500
Version 213 | November 21, 2018
Effective November 30th, 2018, all XR100/XR500 Series panels can be updated to Version 213.
Version 213 now supports the 263LTE-V5 Cellular Communication Module.
XT30/XT50
Version 212 | June 23, 2021
EasyConnect Improvement
This update improves the performance of an EasyConnect system when an invalid code is entered from Virtual Keypad™ a single time and then left open with no further activity. Under this condition, if the local network lets stale TCP connections expire in less than 12 minutes, a panel reset would be required before further Virtual Keypad connections would be allowed.
Updated Version 212 (6/23/21) addresses this issue by restarting keep alive messages more quickly.
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XT30 International
Note: Firmware for international panel use only.
Version 712 | May 25, 2021
Effective July 19th, 2021, all XT International Series Panels are being manufactured with Version 712 firmware.
Improved Wireless Test Operation
With XT INT Version 712, the Wireless Walk Test has been renamed the Wireless Test. This test has been improved to provide better testing of the transmitters. The test will now run for a total of 5 minutes. During the 5 minutes the transmitters are being tested multiple times. In order for a
transmitter to pass it must have checked in 3 or more times. A timer will be displayed at the keypad to indicate that the test is in progress. At the end of the 5 minutes the results will display which transmitters have failed the test.
Arm Activity Days Update
Previously, Arm Activity Day reports were only able to be sent via Net, Wi-Fi, and Dialer communication paths. With XT Version 712, reports are able to be sent via cellular communication as well.
Remote Initiation Identification
Push notifications now include an identifier that shows when an event has been initiated remotely. For example, if a user arms the panel from the Virtual Keypad™ app, the notification will say that the system has been armed remotely.
Supporting Software Updates
- Dealer Admin Version 2.64.0
- Remote Link Version 2.12
XTLplus & XTLtouch
Version 212 | June 23, 2021
EasyConnect Improvement
This update improves the performance of an EasyConnect system when an invalid code is entered from Virtual Keypad™ a single time and then left open with no further activity. Under this condition, if the local network lets stale TCP connections expire in less than 12 minutes, a panel reset would be required before further Virtual Keypad connections would be allowed.
Updated Version 212 (6/23/21) addresses this issue by restarting keep alive messages more quickly.
XTLplus & XTLtouch International
Version 712 | May 25, 2021
Effective July 19th, 2021, all XT International Series Panels are being manufactured with Version 712 firmware.
Improved Wireless Test Operation
With XT INT Version 712, the Wireless Walk Test has been renamed the Wireless Test. This test has been improved to provide better testing of the transmitters. The test will now run for a total of 5 minutes. During the 5 minutes the transmitters are being tested multiple times. In order for a
transmitter to pass it must have checked in 3 or more times. A timer will be displayed at the keypad to indicate that the test is in progress. At the end of the 5 minutes the results will display which transmitters have failed the test.
Arm Activity Days Update
Previously, Arm Activity Day reports were only able to be sent via Net, Wi-Fi, and Dialer communication paths. With XT Version 712, reports are able to be sent via cellular communication as well.
Remote Initiation Identification
Push notifications now include an identifier that shows when an event has been initiated remotely. For example, if a user arms the panel from the Virtual Keypad™ app, the notification will say that the system has been armed remotely.
Supporting Software Updates
- Dealer Admin Version 2.64.0
- Remote Link Version 2.12
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401 USB Flash Module |
399 Prog Cable |
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| XTL Series | X |
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Keypads
Version 205 | February 18, 2021
Effective March 8th, 2021, all 7800, 7801 (XTLtouch), and 9800 Graphic Touchscreen Keypads will be manufactured with firmware Version 205 (2/18/21). Updated units will begin shipping after current inventory is depleted.
The following features are available:
Clean Option
The Clean Keypad Screen option locks the screen for 40 seconds so you can clean it without accidentally pressing buttons.
Clean a Touchscreen Keypad
Use gentle pressure to clean the display, screen, keys, and housing. Use only alcohol sprays or wipes that contain 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean keypad surfaces. Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the keypad, oversaturating cleaning cloths, or allowing cleaner to make contact with internal electronic components, cables, or power sources.
- In the Carousel Menu, tap Options.
- Tap Clean Keypad Screen.
- Use an alcohol wipe or spray a small amount of rubbing alcohol onto a clean, dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe down all keypad touch surfaces, removing any excess cleaner.
- Wait 10 seconds, then completely dry all keypad surfaces.
- If necessary, use a clean, dry microfiber cloth to gently remove streaking. After the countdown timer expires, the keypad returns to normal operation. To exit the countdown early, press and hold the Shield icon for 2 seconds.
Programming Support Improvements (7800)
Wired graphic keypads can now be used to program 734 Series Access Control Modules. This enables installers to use a 7800 Series graphic keypad to program 734 options locally.
Initial Power Up Improvements (9800 Series)
When a 9800 Series Wireless Touchscreen Keypad is powered on for the first time, the boot screen is displayed, then the home screen is displayed for approximately 15 seconds before transitioning automatically to the pairing screen. You can exit the pairing screen by tapping the Shield icon.
General Display Improvements
Occasionally, graphic touchscreen keypads may have displayed a white screen during processing which required the user to cycle power to the keypad. Version 205 (2/18/21) fixes this issue.
Effective March 8th, 2021, all 7800INT and 9800INT Graphic Touchscreen Keypads will be manufactured with firmware Version 705 (2/18/21). Updated units will begin shipping after current inventory is depleted.
The following features are available:
Clean Option
The Clean Keypad Screen option locks the screen for 40 seconds so you can clean it without accidentally pressing buttons.
Clean a Touchscreen Keypad
Use gentle pressure to clean the display, screen, keys, and housing. Use only alcohol sprays or wipes that contain 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean keypad surfaces. Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the keypad, over-saturating cleaning cloths, or allowing cleaner to make contact with internal electronic components, cables, or power sources.
- In the Carousel Menu, tap Options.
- Tap Clean Keypad Screen.
- Use an alcohol wipe or spray a small amount of rubbing alcohol onto a clean, dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe down all keypad touch surfaces, removing any excess cleaner.
- Wait 10 seconds, then completely dry all keypad surfaces.
- If necessary, use a clean, dry microfiber cloth to gently remove streaking. After the countdown timer expires, the keypad returns to normal operation. To exit the countdown early, press and hold the Shield icon for 2 seconds.
Programming Support Improvements (7800INT)
Wired graphic keypads can now be used to program 734INT Series Access Control Modules and 503INT Power Supplies. This enables installers to use a 7800INT Series graphic keypad to program these devices locally
Initial Power Up Improvements (9800INT Series)
When a 9800INT Series Wireless Touchscreen Keypad is powered on for the first time, the boot screen is displayed, then the home screen is displayed for approximately 15 seconds before transitioning automatically to the pairing screen. You can exit the pairing screen by tapping the Shield icon.
General Display Improvements
Occasionally, graphic touchscreen keypads may have displayed a white screen during processing which required the user to cycle power to the keypad. Version 705 (2/18/21) fixes this issue.
- After download is complete, unzip the files and save the unzipped files to the root directory of a Micro SD card formatted as FAT32.
- Insert the Micro SD card into the Micro SD card slot on the right side of the 7800 Series keypad.
- Enter the Installer Menu (3577), choose KPD OPT and press CMD to go to the Restart Keypad screen just after Select Language.
- Press RESTART. The keypad will load the new firmware from the Micro SD Card and then restart.
Caution: Do not remove the Micro SD card or disrupt power during this process. - When the keypad restart is complete, remove the Micro SD card from the keypad.
Com Series
Version 212 | May 25, 2021
Effective June 14th, 2021, all CellComLTE Series Universal Communicators are being manufactured with Version 212 firmware.
EasyConnect AP
COM Series Communicators with built-in Wi-Fi can now use the EasyConnect AP process. This process allows the installer to connect the communicator to the desired Wi-Fi network with a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop.
The communicator will broadcast an SSID of DMP followed by the communicators serial number (ex. DMP12345678). Navigate to your Wi-Fi settings and select the communicators SSID in order to connect to it. Once connected, open a browser and type in 192.168.1.1. The Connection Settings page will load. The Connection Settings page allows you to select the Wi-Fi network you would like your communicator to use and it also allows you to type in the password for that network. Once the information has been entered and saved the Connection Settings page will no longer be available.
There is also a button labeled WPS. Pressing this button makes the Wi-Fi module enter WPS communication for 3 minutes. Once the communicator is in the WPS process, press the WPS button on the desired Wi-Fi router in order to complete the connection.
ECP Partition Number Selection
Previously, communicators were only able to manage the first partition programmed into the host panel. With Version 212, a new programming option has been added to System Options that gives users the ability to specify which partition the communicator is located in. When the host panel is armed or disarmed via the communicator, only the partition where the communicator is located will be armed or disarmed.
Send Stored Messages Support
COM Series Communicators are now able to use the Send Stored Messages feature in System Reports. This allows the communicator to store any messages that are not sent in the event of a communication failure, and send them when communication is restored, and functions exactly the same as it does on an XT50 panel.
Improved CID Capture
Version 212 firmware resolves an issue where the communicator would send the incorrect area number when for any area after 15.
ECP/DSC Setup
ECP and DSC Setup can now be triggered by Dealer Admin and the Tech APP. In order to use this feature, the installer code must be sent to the communicator.
Supporting Software Updates
- Dealer Admin Version 2.64.0
- Remote Link Version 2.12
Version 212 | May 25, 2021
Effective June 14th, 2021, all CellComLTE Series Universal Communicators are being manufactured with Version 212 firmware.
EasyConnect AP
COM Series Communicators with built-in Wi-Fi can now use the EasyConnect AP process. This process allows the installer to connect the communicator to the desired Wi-Fi network with a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop.
The communicator will broadcast an SSID of DMP followed by the communicators serial number (ex. DMP12345678). Navigate to your Wi-Fi settings and select the communicators SSID in order to connect to it. Once connected, open a browser and type in 192.168.1.1. The Connection Settings page will load. The Connection Settings page allows you to select the Wi-Fi network you would like your communicator to use and it also allows you to type in the password for that network. Once the information has been entered and saved the Connection Settings page will no longer be available.
There is also a button labeled WPS. Pressing this button makes the Wi-Fi module enter WPS communication for 3 minutes. Once the communicator is in the WPS process, press the WPS button on the desired Wi-Fi router in order to complete the connection.
ECP Partition Number Selection
Previously, communicators were only able to manage the first partition programmed into the host panel. With Version 212, a new programming option has been added to System Options that gives users the ability to specify which partition the communicator is located in. When the host panel is armed or disarmed via the communicator, only the partition where the communicator is located will be armed or disarmed.
Send Stored Messages Support
COM Series Communicators are now able to use the Send Stored Messages feature in System Reports. This allows the communicator to store any messages that are not sent in the event of a communication failure, and send them when communication is restored, and functions exactly the same as it does on an XT50 panel.
Improved CID Capture
Version 212 firmware resolves an issue where the communicator would send the incorrect area number when for any area after 15.
ECP/DSC Setup
ECP and DSC Setup can now be triggered by Dealer Admin and the Tech APP. In order to use this feature, the installer code must be sent to the communicator.
Supporting Software Updates
- Dealer Admin Version 2.64.0
- Remote Link Version 2.12
Version 194 | April 30, 2020
Effective April 30th, 2020, CellCom/iCOM Series Communicators updated Version 194 (4/30/20) firmware is available for download.
Communication Enhancement
When updating a CellCom or iCOM Series Communicator that was Version 182 or lower and using Dealer Admin to program the unit, the communicator would send unnecessary information in communication programming. Dealer Admin would display an error when trying to send programming to these communicators. Updated Version 194 (4/30/20) resolves this issue.
After updating the communicator to Version 194 (4/30/20), it is recommended to retrieve the programming from the communicator using Dealer Admin in order for the error to be resolved.
If you have a CellCom or iCom that is Version 183 or higher, this is not an issue.
Receivers
Version 1.4.6 | April 6, 2021
Effective April 12th, 2021, all SCS-VR Virtual Receiver Software will be manufactured with Version 1.4.6 (4/6/21) software.
Improved Check-In Message Backups
When a backup database is configured, SCS-VR writes panel check-in messages to the primary database and copies them to the backup database. In previous software versions, SCS-VR attempted to copy check-in messages to the backup database even if it was down. This issue is resolved with this date code release.
Upgrading or Ordering SCS-VR Software
SCS-VR Software Updates are provided to dealers who have previously purchased an SCS-VR license and are current with their support agreement.
To upgrade SCS-VR, please complete the Pre-Upgrade Checklist before contacting the Software Support Team in DMP Technical Support at 888.436.7832.
Version 103 | October 16, 2017
Effective December 15, 2017, all SCS-104 Receiver Line Cards are being manufactured with Version 103 (10/16/17) software.
Version 107 | December 12, 2019
Effective April 13, 2020, all SCS-150 software will be manufactured with Version 107 software.
Output Raw CID (ContactID) String
This feature has been added to support the upcoming version 202 firmware of DMP Universal Communicators. This will allow the receiver to process Serial 3 messages received that contain CID (ContactID) event codes within the message. Upon receipt of those messages, it will process only the CID portion of the message out to the Central Station Automation.
How to Download SCS-150
To download and update the SCS-150, a SD (Secure Digital) card formatted for FAT32 is required.
Refer to the SCS-150 Update Installation (link below) for complete details. To load the software onto the SD Card:
- Click on software link to download.
- Select Save in the popup window. Save the Zip file to your computer.
- Extract the Zip file onto the SD Card. There should be two files extracted:
SCS150a.bin
SCS150b.bin
Note: These two files need to be placed on the root directory of the SD card, not inside a folder.
Software
Version 8.8.1 | May 11, 2021
Effective May 17, 2021, all Entré Security & Access Management software will be manufactured as Version 8.8.1 (5/11/21).
Entré 8.8.1 works with panel firmware Versions 181 to 202.
One Step Panel Deletion
In previous versions, to delete a panel, all the associated hardware, profiles, automation rules, etc. had to be deleted or disassociated before the panel itself could then be deleted. Now easily delete a panel by right-clicking the desired panel and selecting Delete. As before, the panel must be stopped prior to deletion. This will then delete all associated hardware and disassociate any attached profiles, automatic rules, etc.
Improved CSV Import
Previously, the CSV Import tool would not import badges when using an automation rule. Entre 8.8.1 (5/11/21) resolves that issue, and the CSV Import tool now imports badges using an automation rule.
Upgrading or Ordering the Software
Entré Security & Access Management Software is provided to dealers who have previously purchased an Entré license, are current with their Entré support agreement, and have an Entré Certified Technician.
To upgrade Entré, please complete the Pre-Upgrade Checklist before contacting the Software Support Team in DMP Technical Support at 888.436.7832.
RELEASE NOTESENTRÉ INSTALLATION & SETUP GUIDE
If you need to license your new Entré Software, add additional modules, change your Server fingerprint or moving from Lite to Enterprise, etc. you can do that with the form below.
License Entré
The more you can rely on a single administrative portal, the more efficiently you can fully manage your business. Dealer Admin continues to expand, giving you more administrative tools, organized in one convenient place.
The next time you need to download software updates for Remote Link, you’ll find everything you need in Dealer Admin. Just look for the Downloads tab that’s now part of the menu’s Dealer Resources section and download the latest version. For details about that version, the Technical Update is also posted there for review.
If you’d like to learn more about Dealer Admin, contact our Business Technology Specialist, Hadden Grant and schedule a demo of this service with him today.
The more you can rely on a single administrative portal, the more efficiently you can fully manage your business. Dealer Admin continues to expand, giving you more administrative tools, organized in one convenient place.
The next time you need to download software updates for Remote Link, you’ll find everything you need in Dealer Admin. Just look for the Downloads tab that’s now part of the menu’s Dealer Resources section and download the latest version. For details about that version, the Technical Update is also posted there for review.
If you’d like to learn more about Dealer Admin, contact our Business Technology Specialist, Hadden Grant and schedule a demo of this service with him today.
The more you can rely on a single administrative portal, the more efficiently you can fully manage your business. Dealer Admin continues to expand, giving you more administrative tools, organized in one convenient place.
The next time you need to download software updates for Remote Link, you’ll find everything you need in Dealer Admin. Just look for the Downloads tab that’s now part of the menu’s Dealer Resources section and download the latest version. For details about that version, the Technical Update is also posted there for review.
If you’d like to learn more about Dealer Admin, contact our Business Technology Specialist, Hadden Grant and schedule a demo of this service with him today.
System Link Update
System Link has been discontinued, System Link Updates are now only available by contacting DMP Technical Support.
Friday, December 18, 2020