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Johnson Controls PGxWLSHW8 Wireless Upgrade and Expansion Module

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Product Information

Specifications

  • Product Name: PowerG Qolsys Wired to Wireless Upgrade & Expansion Module (PgxWLSHW8 & PGxHRDW8)
  • Compatibility: IQ2+ firmware 2.6.1, IQ Hub firmware 3.1.0, IQ4 / IQ4 Hub firmware 4.1.1
  • Enrollment: Auto learn or manual entry of PowerG ID (Starts with 460-xxxx)

Product Usage Instructions

  • Access the Installation menu: Installation > Devices > Security Sensors
  • Click on the pencil symbol to edit or create the PGM rule
  • Click “Add” to proceed
  • Enter your PGM Output Name
  • Choose Action – Select duration in seconds or minutes
  • Choose Trigger Type based on system or zone state
  • Choose from the various Arm/Disarm options available
  • Click “Add Rule” to save your settings

Additional Information

  • Partition on the PGM Output entry screen will only appear if Partitions are enabled
  • Utilizing a PowerG keyfob as a latching PGM requires pressing the star button for unlatching
  • Motion sensors do not allow the latching action option
  • Latching action changes state when a contact opens or closes
  • To enable 2-Wire smoke functionalities on the W2W, choose PGM 2 and select 2-
  • Multiple rules can be programmed for each PGM output to avoid duplicate or conflicting rules

Introduction

  • Enroll Module via auto learn or by entering the PowerG ID manually (Starts with 460-xxxx)
  • New Option will be visible, Installation > Devices > Security Sensors

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Step 1

  • Click the pencil symbol to edit or create the PGM rule

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Step 2

  • Click Add

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Step 3

  • Default View

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Step 4

  • Enter your PGM Output Name
  • Choose Output type
    • Normal
    • Inverted

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Step 5
Choose Action

  • Latching
  • Timer (1 second to 300 minutes)
    • Choose seconds or minutes
    • Scroll or enter the required duration

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Step 6
Choose Trigger Type

  • System
  • Zone
  • Command
  • 2-Wire Smoke (only available on PGM2)

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Step 7
Choose System or Zone state based on the selection

  • System State Options
    • Disarm
    • Arm Away
    • Arm Away Entry Delay
    • Arm Away Exit Delay
    • Arm Stay
    • Arm Stay Entry Delay
    • Arm Stay Exit Delay
    • Arm Night (not available on the panel yet)
    • Arm Night Entry Delay (not available on panel yet)
    • Arm Night Exit Delay (not available on panel yet)
    • Alarm
    • Police Emergency
    • Aux Emergency
    • Fire Emergency
    • CO Emergency
    • Flood Emergency
    • Sensor reset
    • Siren Follower
  • Zone Options
    • Open
    • Closed
    • Star button (only available with PowerG 4 Button Keyfob)

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Step 8

  • Click Add Rule to save your settings

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  • Best practice – All intrusion devices should be powered from AUX1 and all
  • Life Safety devices should be powered from AUX2.
  • Partition on the PGM Output entry screen will only appear if Partitions are enabled
  • When utilizing a PowerG keyfob as a latching PGM, pressing the star button will also unlatch the PGM.
  • Motion sensors will not allow the option for Latching action.
  • Latching action will change state when a contact opens or closes.
  • To enable 2-Wire smoke functionalities on the W2W – Choose PGM 2 and select 2- wire smoke under trigger type.
    • When programming any smoke on the W2W, PGM2 will be locked as used by the Smoke Detector.
  • Multiple rules can be programmed to each PGM output; duplicate rules or conflicting rules on the same PGM output will generate the following;

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About Johnson Controls

  • Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi-industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries.
  • Our 120,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure, and next-generation transportation systems that work seamlessly together to deliver on the promise of smart cities and communities.
  • Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat.

More Information

  • For further information, please refer to www.dsc.com and www.qolsys.com
  • © 2020 Johnson Controls. All rights reserved. Product offerings and specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Actual products may vary from photos. Not all products include all features. Availability varies by region; contact your sales representative. PN 300026088

FAQ

  • Q: Where can I find further information about the product?
  • Q: How can I troubleshoot issues related to conflicting rules on the same PGM output?
    • A: To resolve conflicts, ensure that each rule programmed to a PGM output is unique and does not overlap with others.
  • Q: Can I use a PowerG keyfob with latching functionality for this module?
    • A: Yes, you can utilize a PowerG keyfob as a latching PGM by pressing the star button to unlatch.

Documents / Resources

Johnson Controls PGxWLSHW8 Wireless Upgrade and Expansion Module [pdf] Instruction Manual
IQ2, PGxWLSHW8, PGxHRDW8, PGxWLSHW8 Wireless Upgrade and Expansion Module, PGxWLSHW8, Wireless Upgrade and Expansion Module, Expansion Module

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