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Olarm MAX guide

IDS X16 & X64

A step-by-step guide to connnecting your device to the Olarm MAX

Last updated: Sep 18, 2024

Supported systems

• X16*• X64**Adapter board required for these panels

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📦 What's in the box

  • Olarm MAX
  • Internal Power Supply Lid
  • Super Capacitor With A JST Connecter *Model Dependent
  • 4x Wall Plugs & Screws
  • 2x Enclosure Locking Key
  • Reversible Peripheral Cable

🛠️ Installation tools required

  • Drill with a 5mm bit
  • Phillips-head screwdriver
  • Flat-head screwdriver
  • Wire stripper or side cutters
  • Cable for peripheral wiring (4 Core or 6 Core Comms Cable, 2 core Twin Flex or Ripcord)

Requirements

IDS X16 & X64 Panels with firmware versions below 2.5 need to be updated. To check the firmware version. Press and hold [*] for 3 seconds. Do not enter the master code, instead press [*] again which will display the firmware version of the panel.

The Olarm X-Series Adapter is required for this installation.



Programming your IDS Alarm System

  • Enter the installer code followed by a [*]
    • The default installer code is [9999] or [999999] 
    • If these do not work, please contact the alarm installer who installed / manages the alarm system
  • From the installer menu, enter the location code [196] followed by [*]
  • Enter the Serial Security Code [123456] followed by [*]
  • Press [#] button 2 to 3 times until you hear 4 to 5 beeps from the keypad, this will take you out of the installer menu


Connecting the Olarm MAX

Before connecting the Olarm MAX, ensure that you power down your alarm system.

Cut and strip the 4-pin side of the reversible peripheral cable. Wire the stripped end of the peripheral cable into the terminals found on the back of the Olarm MAX.

Plug the 5-pin side of the peripheral cable to the adapter board, then plug the adapter board into the Serial Port on the IDS X-Series Alarm Panel.

Wire the red wire from the adapter board to the AUX + terminal on the IDS Alarm Panel.

See the below diagram for visual reference:


LED States of the Olarm MAX

Power up your Alarm System and Olarm MAX while making reference to the table below for an understanding of the device’s LED states:



Add the Olarm MAX to the Olarm APP

There are two methods to add the device to the app. Follow the steps below:

Method 1: QR Code

In the Olarm APP, tap on “Add Device”

Select “Scan QR Code”

You will find the unique QR code on the back of the device beneath the internal power supply compartment. Scan the QR code and follow the prompts.

Method 2: Manually add device

In the Olarm APP, tap on “Add Device”

Select “Enter Serial”

You will find the unique serial number on the back of the device beneath the internal power supply compartment. Enter the serial number in the Olarm APP.

Enter the “V.Code” also found on the back of the device below the serial number and follow the prompts.


Enter the Master code in the Olarm APP

All IDS Panels require the Master Code in the app for full app functionality, you will be prompted to enter the Master Code.


Connect your device to WiFi

There are two methods to get the Olarm MAX connected to your WiFi network, follow the steps below:

Method 1: In-App Prompt


Method 2: WPS Mode

Press the “FN” button found on the back of the Olarm MAX near the screw terminals

  • This will put the device in WPS Mode for around 3 minutes
  • On the WiFi router of the network you are wanting to connect to, press the WPS button
    • The Olarm MAX will automatically pair with the WiFi network

Note: The Olarm MAX only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi

Troubleshooting LED states

Red

Check the connection between your Olarm MAX and the alarm system which includes wiring, using the correct ComPort or Serial Port, programming and entering the UDL or Master code in the Olarm APP.

Orange

Ensure your Olarm MAX is installed in an area with adequate signal strength. Alternatively, connect the device to Wi-Fi through its WPS capability.

Red & orange

Troubleshoot everything mentioned above.

Three blue flashes

Relocate the device to an area with better GSM/LTE signal strength. Alternatively, ensure there are no other peripherals nearby that could be interfering with the devices connectivity.

Two blue flashes

The Olarm MAX has lost Wi-Fi connectivity. Connect the device to Wi-Fi through one of the two methods. Ensure your device is in-range of the Wi-Fi network.

Mounting the Olarm MAX

Follow the diagrams below to mount the Olarm MAX.

Using the screws and wall plugs provided, mount the backplate to the flat surface as shown in the diagram below.

Mounting the backplate to the surface
Mounting the backplate to the surface

Place the Olarm MAX flat against the mounted backplate and slide the enclosure down to click into place

Mounting the device to the backplate
Mounting the device to the backplate

Using the locking key, apply force to insert the mechanism into the key hole until flat against the enclosure, which is indicated by two clicks.

Locking the Olarm MAX shut
Locking the Olarm MAX shut
Note
  • Do not mount the Olarm MAX inside or against the alarm system enclosure, as this will hinder its connectivity capabilities.
  • Do not mount the Olarm MAX near any other communication equipment, as they will inter with each others abilities to transmit signals.
  • Utilise a non-metal enclosure should you mount the Olarm MAX outdoors.
  • The maximum distance between Olarm MAX and Alarm System is 3 metres.

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