Texecom with E16 quick setup¶

Short steps to connect the E16 communicator to Texecom Premier and Premier Elite panels, configure E16 for IP reporting, and add the system to Protegus2. Use this together with the full E16 manual for all other settings.

1. Prerequisites¶

• E16 communicator with LAN connected and a USB Mini-B cable available for configuration.
• Texecom Premier / Premier Elite panel with installer access.
• Texecom EX-CRP4 cable for serial connection.
• CMS object ID / account number if reporting to CMS.
• Protegus2 account and communicator MAC / Unique ID.

2. Quick configuration with TrikdisConfig software¶

1. Download TrikdisConfig from www.trikdis.com and install it.
2. Open the E16 casing with a flat-head screwdriver.

3. Connect E16 to the computer with a USB Mini-B cable.
4. Run TrikdisConfig. The software will recognize the communicator and open the configuration window.
5. Click Read [F4] to load the current settings. If requested, enter the Administrator or Installer 6-digit code.

Complete the subsection that matches the installation:

• Protegus2 app if the system will be controlled remotely by users.
• Central Monitoring Station if the communicator will report to CMS.
• Complete both subsections if the communicator must support both CMS and Protegus2.

2.1 Settings for connection with Protegus2 app¶

In "System settings" window:

1. Select the Security panel model that will be connected to the communicator.
2. Select Remote Arm/Disarm if users must control the panel in Protegus2 with their keypad code.
3. For direct control of Paradox and Texecom panels, enter the Security panel PC download password. It must match the password set in the control panel.

In "User reporting" window, "PROTEGUS Cloud" tab:

4. Tick Enable connection to the Protegus Cloud.
5. Change the Protegus Cloud access Code if users should be asked to enter it when adding the system to Protegus2.

After finishing configuration, click Write [F5] and disconnect the USB cable.

2.2 Settings for connection with Central Monitoring Station¶

In "System settings" window:

1. Enter the Object ID provided by the Central Monitoring Station.
2. Select the Security panel model that will be connected to the communicator.

In "CMS reporting" window settings for "Primary channel":

3. Set Communication type to IP.
4. Select the protocol required by the receiver: TRK, DC-09_2007, DC-09_2012, or TL150.
5. Enter the receiver encryption key if the selected protocol requires it.
6. Enter the receiver Domain or IP and Port.
7. Select TCP or UDP.
8. Configure backup and parallel channels if the installation requires redundancy.

After finishing configuration, click Write [F5] and disconnect the USB cable.

3. Wiring¶

Use the Texecom EX-CRP4 cable (ordered separately) and connect the panel to E16 as shown below:

4. Panel programming¶

Texecom panels must be programmed for both event reading and remote control.

1. In Wintex, open Communication Options and go to the Options tab.
2. Enter the 4-digit UDL passcode.
3. Make sure the UDL passcode matches the Security panel PC download password entered in E16 System settings when Remote Arm/Disarm is enabled.
4. If programming from a keypad, enter the 4-digit installer code and press [Menu] to enter programming mode.
5. Press [9], then [7][6][2], and enter the 4-digit UDL passcode.
6. Press [Yes] and exit programming mode by pressing [Menu].

5. Add system to Protegus2¶

1. Open Protegus2 and click Add new system.
2. Enter the E16 MAC / Unique ID.
3. Enter the system name and finish the wizard.
4. If you use keyswitch control instead of direct control, connect I/O 1 to the panel keyswitch zone and configure the area in Protegus2 with PGM1 in Pulse or Level mode.
5. Wait until the system shows as online.

6. System check¶

1. Arm and disarm the system from the keypad.
2. Trigger a test alarm while the system is armed.
3. Confirm that events reach the CMS and Protegus2.