Siemens SPC 4320 - inertia sensors and firmware

Didi42

Hello everyone,
I also have a SPC 4320 with an old version 2.1.3 and an old SPC Pro version on CD.
I'd like to update to the last version, especially for the SSL v3 bug, even if it's working fine with HTTP access (web and android app).
I'm not sure if I shoud upgrade through SPC Pro or simply with the web portal, engineer access, file menu. What is the best ?
KoolKid, if you can PM me the different files, I would appreciate a lot
Thanks in advance,
Didier

KoolKid

Hi
I sent you that pm.
Upgrade through the web browser is best.

tippgaafan

My Panel has not connected to SPC Connect since the 26th of December. It had been working fine up to this with the occasional disconnect due to broadband drop out. The Internet connection was up and down a few times over the past week but is back up now. All other devices in the house are connected to the internet. I can access the panel locally over the router. Running version 3.6.6. Any ideas on how to get it back online ?

KoolKid

Log into engineer on the keypad
Goto
Utilities
Restart and press select
Wait a minute untill the panel restarts and the version display goes off the screen.
Leave engineer and check Spc Connect status.

tippgaafan

KoolKid wrote: »

Log into engineer on the keypad
Goto
Utilities
Restart and press select
Wait a minute untill the panel restarts and the version display goes off the screen.
Leave engineer and check Spc Connect status.

Just tried restarting but still getting " SPC Connect Offline"..

KoolKid

What are the network connection settings on the panel?
Can you log into the panel locally on your network?
Can you try disabling and re enabling DHCP on the panel to ensure your router/modem is assigning an IP address to the panel?

tippgaafan

Thanks for the suggestions.

I'm at work now and will check the network settings in the morning.

I am able to connect to the panel locally (https://192.168.1.3).

Last entry on SPC Connect website is:

Event Timestamp Event Seq No Event ID Event Description Additional Event Information
26/12/2015 03:48 0 6002 ATP Down ATP 1: Primary ATP 1
ATS 3143: SPC Connect
26/12/2015 03:48 0 6004 ATS Down ATS 3143: SPC Connect

KoolKid

After that I would try restart the router and let it assign a new DHCP address then restart the panel again.

tippgaafan

KoolKid wrote: »

After that I would try restart the router and let it assign a new DHCP address then restart the panel again.

Disabling and Re-enabling DHCP did the trick.. Hopefully it will stay connected.

Thanks for the help...

Zith

I have a 4320 running 3.4.5 but I can't figure out how to get it to connect to SPC connect. I see earlier in this thread people mentioning using it no problem with 3.4.5. What options should I be using to get the registration ID? Is it the remote management with that firmware? (no FlexC options in it).

Really is a great panel. I've had some nice fun tying it in to my electric gate so I can use an output to trigger the gate.

fred funk }{

Zith wrote: »

I have a 4320 running 3.4.5 but I can't figure out how to get it to connect to SPC connect. I see earlier in this thread people mentioning using it no problem with 3.4.5. What options should I be using to get the registration ID? Is it the remote management with that firmware? (no FlexC options in it).

Really is a great panel. I've had some nice fun tying it in to my electric gate so I can use an output to trigger the gate.

You need to upgrade FW to at least 3.6.0.

Zith

Thanks Mr. funk. I had thought it was possible with 3.4.5 also but explains why I could never get it to work!

I would appreciate if anyone could PM me a newer firmware link please

KoolKid

I PMed you that.

rolion

Hi,

Just finished rewiring whole home.
Now i am looking for next stage.

Bought few sensors already, the UTC GS625 to use for windows upstairs and i'm looking at UTC GS711 for ground floor windows and doors.

If they are inertia AND with magnetic contact...will that means that when i setup the alarm will it notify me that some window(s) is/are opened !?

Thanks.

KoolKid

The alarm will notify you if any windows with contacts are opened.
Its also an option to wire the contacts and sensors on 2 separate zones so it will tell you if a contact or an inerita has activated.

altor

rolion wrote: »

Hi,

Just finished rewiring whole home.
Now i am looking for next stage.

Bought few sensors already, the UTC GS625 to use for windows upstairs and i'm looking at UTC GS711 for ground floor windows and doors.

If they are inertia AND with magnetic contact...will that means that when i setup the alarm will it notify me that some window(s) is/are opened !?

Thanks.

Yes the GS711 are the combined unit.
What way are you setting these up, one sensor per zone or have you them all looped together?

rolion

Thanks to both for reply.

I have each window as a zone.
4 pairs cable (8 wires) coming from the panel, fitted with zone expanders. I have 8 on board + 8 (powered for PIRs expander) + 8 (standard expander) +8 (standard expander) zones analysed controllers.

I will like to have the sensor and contact per window panel, so in the front wih two opening windows with 4 "sensors": one for shock and one for open/close for each window.

Now, down the shop for wired sensors.
Are the HKC better or worse than UTC !?
If not, which one are the best ?

Again, many thanks to you for sharing & caring !!

KoolKid

From experience I find UTC are better. I would also recommend the 613s over the 711.

altor

rolion wrote: »

Thanks to both for reply.

I have each window as a zone.
4 pairs cable (8 wires) coming from the panel, fitted with zone expanders. I have 8 on board + 8 (powered for PIRs expander) + 8 (standard expander) +8 (standard expander) zones analysed controllers.

I will like to have the sensor and contact per window panel, so in the front wih two opening windows with 4 "sensors": one for shock and one for open/close for each window.

Now, down the shop for wired sensors.
Are the HKC better or worse than UTC !?
If not, which one are the best ?

Again, many thanks to you for sharing & caring !!

Having them on different zones is the best option even if it means adding an extra expander.
I prefer the slimline sensors.
They also have the Astec head which can be installed at any angle.

rolion

Hi,

How do you use the latch function on the inertia 625 sensors, please !?

Thanks.

kth1234

Hi

I have a spc4320 with 3.4.5, is it possible that i also could receive a firmware update..

KoolKid

rolion wrote: »

Hi,

How do you use the latch function on the inertia 625 sensors, please !?

Thanks.

Yo wire power to all the devices. There is also a link cable between all the devices.

KoolKid

kth1234 wrote: »

Hi

I have a spc4320 with 3.4.5, is it possible that i also could receive a firmware update..

I have PMed you the latest firmware.:)

Frank Tp

Hi,
I have a 4320 and wanted to add a few extra wireless sensors
I have the RF board (SPCW110.000) and an 8 zone expander (SPCE652.100) and 2 wireless PIR's (ADM-I12W1 (N) )that I'm looking to install... . I have a few questions if I may...

1) Power down - unclip the battery and cut power ?.. or is there a set procedure
There is room in the box behind the main board for the board so I can add there. RF module clicks in. seems simple enough.. next is the wiring

2) I think I wire the expander in parallel with my two keypads.. correct ?
3) How do I supply power to the board ?

4) Will the SPC just 'detect' the new RF card and expander board once I add them and have them appear as extra zones I can use.

assuming all is okay above is there a method to 'pair' the PIR's
Do I need to do it in situ or close to the panel initially

any help appreciated
Thanks

climber1

Hi KoolKid,

Could I trouble you for the firmware upgrade from 3.4.5 to the most recent version? I got the SPC4325 panel just after Christmas and have spent many hours trying to get browser access to get me to this stage! (I've finally logged in and saved a copy of the existing firmware).

Thanks for all your help in previous posts - I wouldn't have got this far otherwise.

Some pointers for other that took me a while to figure out (but probably pretty obvious to those that do it often):
- Tried to connect through a TimeCapsule first, switched to the UPS modem and had much better luck.
- Had to use Internet Explorer (with SSL3.0 enabled - see internet options)
- Enabled engineer access on the keypad
- Enabled manufacturer access on the keypad
- Enable web access on the keypad
- Set up one user with manager user profile
- Log in to the browser with the user name and PIN who has manager access
- Managed to log in to the browser for the first time!
- Enabled engineer access by ticking the box
- Logged out and back in as the engineer, and could finally download the existing firmware (3.4.5) and be ready to upload the latest version.

KoolKid

I have PMed you 3-6-6
Firmware & peripheral firmware files.

climber1

Fantastic, cheers.

chiefbobcat

Hi Koolkid

I have firmware version 3.2, any chance you could send me on the firmware updates and the latest spc pro?

KoolKid

PMed you that.

chiefbobcat

Thanks for that

Can I upgrade from 3.2.5 straight to 3.6.6?

fred funk }{

Don't upgrade for the sake of it. Some of the newer firmware is buggie.

KoolKid

chiefbobcat wrote: »

Thanks for that

Can I upgrade from 3.2.5 straight to 3.6.6?

You can. I'll PM you the 366 firmware.
That version is fine. It's what panels are shipped with now.

fergalom

Koolkid,

Could I get the latest firmware updates, latest spc pro and peripheral files, thanks?

Also are there any outdoor wireless sensors compatible with a SPC5320 Siway?
If not, assume a bridge is the way to go with another manufacturers outdoor sensor - need to put a shock / magnetic sensor on side gate.

KoolKid

What firmware are you on at the moment?
I'll PM you 3-6-6
In the past I have used the siway wireless contacts within an IP rated enclosure.
I wouldn't recommend a shock sensor on an external gate.

fergalom

Thanks for that Koolkid, pretty sure I'm on 3.6, would need to check at home. As I was going to be adding a sensor, said I would update the fw.

Good point re inertia, will stick the siemens one into a suitable IP enclosure

mickjohnlong

Hi koolkid
Any chance you can send me the latest firmware updates please?

KoolKid

I have PMed you 366.

mickjohnlong

Thanks koolkid

datadiffusion

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squishey

Hi Koolkid

I have firmware version 3.6.0 any chance you could send me on the firmware updates and the latest spc pro?

KoolKid

Sent you 3-7-1
Thats the latest stable release.

squishey

Hi KoolKid,

Thanks for that. All upgraded with no problems at all:)

FatBeard

Hey Koolkid,

would you mind sending me the latest too, i'm on 3.6.6

thanks

KoolKid

PMed you that.

skellig_rocks

Hi Koolkid,

Recently installed SPC 4320 for my new home, with firmware version 3.6.6.
Would you mind sending me the latest firmware please?

Thanks!

fergalom

Would be great if could get 3.7.1 also
thanks

KoolKid

Have PMed you both that version.

skellig_rocks

Hi Koolkid,

Thanks for the firmware. Upgraded with no problems.

Zith

Hi KoolKid,
I would appreciate the new firmware also. Still running the older beta version of 3.6.6 here.
Thanks!

KoolKid

PMed you that.