Johnson Controls MC-303 PG+ Vanishing Door/Window Magnetic Contact Installation Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Johnson Controls
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MC-303 PG+ Vanishing Door/Window Magnetic Contact
Installation Guide
Installation guidelines
The reference to MC-303 PG+ throughout this manual includes the model MC-303
P9M0.
CAUTION: Only qualified personnel may install this equipment. Place this
device in nonhazardous indoor locations only.
Important: Check the device and the entire alarm system weekly to ensure
optimal performance.
Note:
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, locate the device at a
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons during normal operation.
Do not co-locate the antennas used for this product, or operate them in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Figure 1: MC-303 PG+
Callout | Description |
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A | Magnet |
B | Device |
C | Battery pull-tab |
D | Positioning marks |
For more information refer to the section About MC-303 PG+.
Enrolling the device
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Refer to the control panel installation manual for the complete set of enrollment instructions and testing procedures.
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From the Installation menu, enter the Device enrollment menu and select the option to add a new device.
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Remove the battery pull-tab to power on the device and begin the auto-enrollment process. If the battery pull tab is not available or if the device does not automatically enroll, open the device cover to trigger the enrollment.
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If requested, enter the PIN code printed on the device label.
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To manually enroll the device:
a. Scan the QR Code on the device box, using the IQ4 camera if available, or see step b.
b. Manually enter the device ID, printed on the product label, in the format 103-XXXX.
Note: If the device has been powered up for more than 2 hours it will be identified by the system only after the device has been reset.
The MC-303 PG+ is enrolled with device ID 103-XXXX. In fallback mode, it enrolls as MC-303 PG2 with device ID 109-XXXX. -
Select the desired zone.
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Configure any device parameters that are required.
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Mount and test the device. See Local diagnostics test for information on testing the device.
Configuring the device parameters
- Enter the DEVICE SETTINGS menu and select the required configuration as described in the following table:
Table 1: Configuration options** Option| Action
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Alarm LED| Define whether the alarm LED indication will be activated. Optional settings: LED ON (default) and LED OFF.**
Mounting the device using tape
- Peel the release liners off the two strips of double-sided adhesive tape and attach the tape to the back of the device and the magnet. See the following figure.
Figure 2: Double-sided adhesive tape placement on the device and magnet****
Callout | Description |
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A | Double-sided adhesive tape |
- Place the device on the frame of a window or door and place the magnet on the moving surface of the window or door itself, directed according to the positioning marks. See the following figure.
Figure 3: Device and magnet position on the door and door frame
Mounting the device using screws
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To open the device cover, insert and turn a 4mm flat screwdriver into the four corners of the device.
Figure 4: Device cover removal -
Screw the device base onto the door or window frame. See figure 5 A.
Note: Make sure to fasten the break-away segment to the frame. If the device is forcibly removed from the wall, this segment will break away from the base, causing the tamper switch to open. See figure 5 B. -
Clip the cover onto the device base. See figure 5 C.
Figure 5: Device screw installation Callout| Description
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A| Screwing device base
B| Break-away segment
C| Closing the device cover
Replacing the battery
Before you begin:
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect
type. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions
and according to local rules and regulations.
WARNING: This product contains a coin battery. If it is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new
and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product,
and keep it away from children. Seek immediate medical attention if you think
batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body.
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Remove the device cover. See Figure 4.
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Wedge a flat screwdriver under the battery. See A in the following figure.
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Twist the screwdriver using leverage to remove the battery.
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Insert the battery at an angle while observing battery polarity.
Note: When you insert the battery, the (+) symbol should be visible. See B in the following figure.
Figure 6: Battery removal and insertion -
Press down on the battery until it fits into place.
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Close the device cover. See figure 5 C.
Note: After restoring a low battery, the system may take up to 5 minutes to clear the trouble.
Directional magnet distances for event triggers
The following figure and table display the directional magnet distances that
trigger open or close events.
Figure 7: Range coverage directions
Table 2: Directional magnet distances for event triggers
Non-metallic surface | Supports | Metallic surface |
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Opening | Closing | Direction |
27 mm (1.06 in.) | 23 mm (0.91 in.) | X |
16 mm (0.63 in.) | 14 mm (0.55 in.) | Y |
27 mm (1.06 in.) | 22 mm (0.87 in.) | Z |
Local diagnostics test
About this task:
After power-up or closing the cover, the device automatically enters Test Mode
for 15 minutes. To manually enter the devices into Test Mode refer to the
Control Panel Installer Guide.
- Before you start the test, remove the device cover from the base. See Figure 4.
- Close the cover to return the tamper switch to its normal position.
- Momentarily open the door or window and verify the red LED blinks, indicating detection.
After 2 seconds one of the LEDs blinks three times.
The following table displays the received signal strength indication.
Table 3: Signal strength indication
LED response | Reception |
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Green LED blinks | Strong |
Yellow LED blinks | Good |
Red LED blinks | Poor |
No blinks | No communication |
Important: Reliable reception must be assured. Therefore, poor signal
strength is not acceptable. If you receive a poor signal from the device,
relocate it and re-test until a strong signal strength is received.
Note: It is recommended to have strong signal strength and you must
verify the signal strength using the control panel’s diagnostic test. For
detailed Diagnostics Test instructions, refer to the control panel installer
guide.
Specifications
Table 4: Specifications
Frequency Band | 912 to 919 MHz |
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Modulation | GFSK |
Communication Protocol | PowerG |
Battery Type | 3 V Lithium CR2450 Panasonic or GP battery only |
Battery Life | 6 years with typical use at room temperature 25°C (77°F) |
Low Battery Threshold | 2 V at room temperature 25°C (77°F) |
Nominal Operating Voltage | 3 V |
Operating Temperature | -10°C (14°F ) to 55°C (131°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C (-4°F) to 70°C (158°F) |
Relative Humidity | Up to 95% non-condensing |
Dimensions (LxWxD) | 68 mm x 31 mm x 12 mm (2.7 in. x 1.1 in. x 0.4 in.) |
Weight (including battery) | 20 g (0.71 oz) |
Color | White |
Compliance with standards
MC-303 PG+ complies with the following standards:
MC-303 P9M0 | FCC (915 MHz): 47CFR part 15.247 |
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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 license-exempt standard(s).
Operation is subject to two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired
operation.
Note: The digital circuit of this device has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance (Visonic Ltd.) could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the device should be
located at a distance of at least 20 cm from all persons during normal
operation. The antennas used for this product must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Safety Instructions
Read the safety information before you install the equipment.
The detector shall be installed and used within an environment that provides
the pollution degree max 2 and over voltages category II in non-hazardous
locations, indoor only. The equipment is designed to be installed by SERVICE
PERSONS only; (SERVICE PERSON is defined as a person having the appropriate
technical training and experience necessary to be aware of hazards to which
that person may be exposed in performing a task and of measures to minimize
the risks to that person or other persons).
| W.E.E.E Product recycling declaration
For information regarding the recycling of this product, you must contact the
company from which you originally purchased it. If you are discarding this
product and not returning it for repair then you must ensure that it is
returned as identified by your supplier. This product is not to be thrown away
with everyday waste.
Directive 2012/19/EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
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About MC-303 PG+
The MC-303 PG+ is a thin, ultra-long-life PowerG magnetic contact device that
is compatible with Johnson Controls’ PowerG control panels.
The MC-303 PG+ includes a built-in reed switch that opens a circuit when the
magnet is moved from its usual position. The device has the following
features:
- Two-way PowerG communication with the control panel
- Front and back cover tamper detection
- LED light signal strength indication during installation
- Discreet transmission of supervision message
- PowerG two-way frequency hopping spread spectrum time-division multiple access (FHSSTDMA) technologies
- Low battery indication
- Remote firmware upgrade
Warranty
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accordance with the Seller’s recommended installation and operation
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to follow recommended installation and operational instructions, neglect,
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Warning
The user must follow the Seller’s installation and operating instructions
including testing the Product and its whole system at least once a week and
taking all necessary precautions for his/her safety and the protection of
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