DSC HS2TCHP

The DSC HS2TCHP is a 7-inch full-color touchscreen keypad designed for use with the DSC PowerSeries NEO Alarm Systems. This is a hardwired keypad that connects directly with the PowerSeries NEO Panel. The keypad offers support for basic system operation and general system programming.

Many users want a touchscreen option for their DSC PowerSeries NEO System. For those customers, the DSC HS2TCHP is currently the only option. Some users may prefer keeping an Alphanumeric Keypad like the DSC HS2LCDRF9 N around for programming. That keypad will also double as a wireless transceiver for using PowerG Wireless Sensors. The HS2TCHP does have an Installer Menu for doing programming. However, we always recommend having at least one wired, non-touchscreen keypad on every system.

Another benefit of the DSC HS2TCHP Touchscreen Keypad is that it is very customizable. The home screen can be configured to the liking of the end user. You can also set up a slideshow and essentially use the device as a digital picture frame. This is great for users who want the keypad to display something more inviting than a security system screen. The keypad comes complete with multi-language support for English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. The date and time is conveniently displayed, and it comes interactive menu ready. A quick-view LED display current system status. The touchscreen display is backlit for easy use at night.

Other capabilities for the HS2TCHP include the ability to program users codes and the ability to update the firmware using an SD card. Another excellent feature is the ability to use Proximity Tags with the keypad. You can easily keep a Proximity Tag in your pocket or a purse and hold it up to the panel instead of entering a user code. This is great for users who do not want to enter a code every time they arm or disarm. It is also perfect for users who suffer from memory loss and may have trouble remembering a code. You can even control multiple system partitions from the HS2TCHP Touchscreen Keypad.

The keypad measures 5.1"L x 8.5"W x 0.8"D. The resolution is rated at 800 x 480. It has an input voltage of 12VDC. The maximum wire run to the panel is 1,000 feet. Please note that you can only add a maximum number of eight (8) keypads to a PowerSeries NEO System. An exception is the DSC NEO HS2128NK, which can support up to 16 keypads.

The DSC HS2TCHP is also compatible with the Qolsys IQ Pro when properly updated, making it a viable hardwired touchscreen option for hybrid IQ Pro installations. The IQ Pro supports up to 16 hardwired keypads, including the HS2TCHP (firmware update required for compatibility), allowing it to function similarly to its role on PowerSeries Neo systems. Like other Neo keypads, the HS2TCHP operates on a nominal 12VDC bus, drawing from the panel’s AUX power output. The IQ Pro provides up to 700mA of shared auxiliary current across its outputs, which must account for all connected devices, including keypads and powered sensors. In larger systems or when multiple touchscreens are installed, installers may need to supplement available current using an auxiliary power supply module such as the DSC HSM2300 or DSC HSM2204, each of which can provide an additional 1A of power to ensure stable operation and proper load distribution across the system.