Paradox Security Systems OMNPMD1 User Manual

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OMNPMD1-BI01
Thank you for choosing the Paradox® 
Omnia™ OMN-PMD1 Wireless Motion 
Detector for your professional security 
applications. You have selected one of the 
most advanced wireless motion detectors 
available on the market today. Every wireless 
motion detector is 100% quality-control tested 
using computerized test equipment, 
guaranteeing proper operation and unit 
durability. The OMN-PMD1 Wireless Motion 
Detector includes the following features:
• Dual rectangular element sensor
• Auto Pulse Signal Processing (Patented)
• Auto Temperature Compensation
• “No Dead Zone” standard lens
• Low battery / signal transmission / alarm red 
LED indicator
• Built-in antenna
• Tamper switch 
• Three “AA” alkaline batteries (included)
• Range: 500 ft (150m)
INSTALLATION SITE 
Using a Paradox® standard lens at the 
recommended installation height of 7ft (2m) 
±10%, the Omnia OMN-PMD1 will provide full 
coverage from 4ft (1m) to 45ft (14m), without 
any dead zones (see figure 2 on reverse side). 
When installing transmitters, please be sure 
there is at least 1ft (30cm) between each 
transmitter and 5ft (2m) between the 
transmitters and the receiver. Avoid placing 
the motion detector in proximity to potential 
sources of interference such as: reflective 
surfaces, direct air flow from vents, fans, 
windows, sources of steam/oil vapor, and 
objects causing temperature changes such as 
heaters, refrigerators, ovens, and infrared light 
sources. 
CHANGING THE LENS
Warning: Do not touch the sensor surface; 
this could result in a motion detector 
malfunction. If necessary, clean the sensor 
surface with pure alcohol using a soft cloth.
The motion detector comes equipped with the 
Paradox "no dead zone" WA-1 standard lens. 
For more information on the full range of 
Paradox lenses, please visit our Web site at 
www.paradox.ca. If another lens pattern is 
required, choose the desired lens and perform 
the following while referring to Figure 1:
1. Remove the front cover of the detector (1) 
by gently pushing the cover pin (11) in with 
a screwdriver.
2. Pull out the bezel (3) by lightly pressing on 
the bezel pins (4) and (5).
3. Remove the lens (2) and replace it with the 
alternate lens (Note: when the new lens is 
properly installed, the grooves should be 
inside the bezel and the lens catalogue 
number on top.).
4. Verify that the lens is centered and replace 
the bezel by lightly pressing it into place.
SIGNAL STRENGTH TEST
In order to verify the receiver's reception of the 
motion detector’s signal, perform a signal 
strength test as described in the Omnia 
Wireless Receiver Module’s Reference and 
Installation Manual before finalizing the 
installation of the motion detector. Prior to 
performing the test, make sure the batteries 
have been inserted into the battery 
compartment to power the detector. Also verify 
that the motion detector has been assigned to 
a zone according to the instructions in the 
Omnia Wireless Receiver Module’s Reference 
and Installation ManualIf the transmission is 
weak, relocating the transmitter by a few 
inches can greatly improve the reception.
MOUNTING
Avoid bending, cutting or altering the antenna 
or mounting the detector near or on metal as 
this may affect signal transmission.
Corner Mount 
Carefully remove the PCB by loosening the 
PCB screw (6) and drill or punch out holes A, 
B, C and D from the back plastic case (see 
Figure 3 on reverse side). Screw the back 
plastic case onto the installation site and 
screw the PCB back into place.
Flat Surface Mount
Carefully remove the PCB by loosening PCB 
screw (6) and drill or punch out holes E, F, G 
and H from the back plastic case (see Figure 3 
on reverse side). Screw the back plastic case 
onto the installation site and screw the PCB 
back into place.
JUMPERS
These motion detectors are equipped with four 
jumpers used to set the operational modes of 
the motion detector. In the following 
instructions, when referring to jumper settings, 
refer to Figure 1 for jumper locations.
Warning: After changing jumper settings, you 
must reset the unit. To reset the unit, remove 
the batteries, press and release the tamper 
switch (refer to Figure 1) and wait 60 seconds. 
Reinsert the batteries while verifying proper 
polarity.
JP1 - Check-in Supervision Time Value
ON
 (default) = 12
OFF = 6
JP2 - Check-in Supervision Base Time
ON
 (default) = hours
OFF = minutes
For example, to obtain a Check-in Supervision 
Timer of 6 minutes, set JP1 = OFF and JP2 = 
OFF.
Warning: Use the same supervision setting as 
in the Omnia Wireless Receiver Module.
JP3 - Sensitivity Setting
ON
 = (Low Sensitivity) In "2-6 mode", the 
amount of movement required to generate an 
alarm is doubled. The use of 2-6 mode is 
recommended in areas where the incidence of 
false alarms may be greater.
OFF (default) = (High Sensitivity) In "1-3 
mode", you should not be able to cross more 
than one complete zone (consisting of two 
beams - left and right sensor detecting 
elements) in the coverage area with any kind 
of movement. Use this setting for the majority 
of installations.
JP4 - Fast/Slow Mode
ON
 (default) = "Fast Mode" is recommended 
for the majority of installations.
OFF = "Slow Mode" is suggested in areas where 
the incidence of false alarms may be greater.
JP5 - LED ON/OFF (see below)
ON (default) = LED activated
OFF = LED deactivated
RED LED INDICATOR
The red LED indicates the following:
Alarm 
The red LED (9) will illuminate for a period of 2 
seconds whenever the motion detector detects 
any kind of movement.
Low Battery 
The motion detector performs a battery test 
every 12 hours and if a battery voltage of 3.1V 
or less is detected during this test, the red LED 
will flash at 5 second intervals.
Signal Transmission
The red LED indicator light will blink rapidly 
when the motion detector transmits a signal to 
the receiver.
POWERING THE WIRELESS 
DETECTOR
Verifying proper polarity, insert three “AA” 
alkaline batteries into the motion detector’s 
battery compartment (7). To replace the 
batteries, remove the old batteries, then press 
and release the tamper switch and wait 60 
seconds in order to reinitialize the unit. Insert 
new batteries while verifying proper polarity.
Warning: After inserting the batteries in the 
motion detector, a power-up sequence will 
begin (lasting 10-20 seconds) during which 
the detector will not detect an open zone or 
tamper.
ALIVE SOFTWARE
In order to conserve battery life, after 
transmitting an open zone and alarm signal 
(LED on for 2 sec.), the motion detector will fall 
into Energy Save Mode where it will not 
transmit any alarm signals for approximately 5 
minutes. With the motion detector’s Alive 
Software, the red LED will continue to flash to 
indicate a detection even while in Energy Save 
Mode. When the five-minute Energy Save 
Mode ends, the motion detector returns to 
normal operation.
NOTE: If the detector’s cover is removed and 
then replaced while in Energy Save Mode, the 
first detection will trigger an alarm signal. 
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE 
COMPENSATION
These motion detectors are equipped with 
"automatic temperature compensation", which 
adjusts amplifier gain to maintain coverage 
levels across a wide range of temperatures.
AUTO PULSE SIGNAL PROCESSING
Patented Auto Pulse Signal Processing™ 
provides a variable pulse count rate in 
response to signal shape, strength and width. 
The motion detector will immediately generate 
an alarm for very strong signals, or switch 
automatically to pulse counting as signals 
become weaker. The motion detector permits 
a very high pulse count rate (up to 6 or more) 
in the presence of low level signals. Ordinary 
fixed pulse count motion detectors cannot 
provide this high pulse count rate due 
to a heavy loss of detectability at any 
pulse count rate higher than 3.
WARRANTY
The Seller warrants its products to be free from 
defects in materials and workmanship under normal 
use for a period of one year. Except as specifically 
stated herein, all express or implied warranties 
whatsoever, statutory or otherwise, including without 
limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability and 
fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly 
excluded. Because Seller does not install or connect 
the products and because the products may be used 
in conjunction with products not manufactured by 
Seller, Seller cannot guarantee the performance of the 
security system. Seller obligation and liability under 
this warranty is expressly limited to repairing or 
replacing, at Seller's option, any product not meeting 
the specifications. In no event shall the Seller be liable 
to the buyer or any other person for any loss or 
damages whether direct or indirect or consequential or 
incidental, including without limitation, any damages 
for lost profits, stolen goods, or claims by any other 
party caused by defective goods or otherwise arising 
from the improper, incorrect or otherwise faulty 
installation or use of the merchandise sold.
Note: The warranty does not apply to the alkaline 
batteries provided with the unit. 
Auto Pulse Signal Processing:
Patent #5077-549 (U.S.)
Patent #1-302-541 (CAN)
LODIFF® lens: Patent #4,787,722 (U.S.)
LODIFF® registered trademark of Fresnel 
Technologies Inc.
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