Olarm MAX guide

Texecom Premier

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

Last updated: Jul 02, 2024

Supported systems

• Premier 412
• Premier 816
• Premier 816 Plus
• Premier 832

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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)

Programming the Texecom Premier Alarm System

  • Enter Engineering code
  • Press the Programming Menu key
  • Press [9] to enter the Programming Menu
  • Enter [7] [6] to navigate to the Download Menu
  • Press [2] to navigate to the UDL Passcode
  • Enter [1 2 3 4] & Press the [Tick] or [Yes] key
  • Press [8] to navigate to the ComIP-3 Subnet Mask
  • Enter [0 0 8] (008 = 255.255.255.0 a full list of available values can be found in INS159-11 or later)
  • Press [7] to navigate to the ComIP-2 Gateway IP Address
  • Enter the following Gateway Address [1921 6800 0001]
  • Press [6] to navigate to the ComIP-1 IP Address & Port
  • Enter the following IP address and port number 1921 6800 0001 10001
  • Press [5] to select the Com1 Device type
  • Enter [3] to set the Device type to ComIP
  • Press Programming Menu key
  • Enter [9 9] to exit to programming

Note: If Com1 is in use, configure Com2 by entering [9] instead of [5] for Com2 device type followed by entering [3]. This step is to be done after the IP address and port number has been entered.

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 programmed Com Port on your Texecom Premier Alarm System.

See the diagram below for visual reference:

Texecom Premier connection


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:

Olarm MAX LED states

Connecting 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.

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 for Texecom Premier

  • Make sure the the UDL Password has been set to 1234.
  • Check the IP and Port settings as per the install manual.
  • Make sure the Olarm is plugged into the programmed ComPort on the panel.
  • If there is nothing plugged into Com2, enable it for IP Coms as well. This seems to be panel related, that if both Com Ports are not set to IP, it does not pick the Olarm up on Com1. To do this go into the download menu again: 
    • Enter Engineering code
    • Press Programming Menu
    • Press [9] (Programming Menu)
    • Enter [7][6]
    • Press [9]
    • Enter [3]
    • Press [9] [9] to exit
  • Once the ComPort adjustments have been made, go through all the programming again. Reboot the panel with the Olarm attached. 

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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