{"product_id":"paradox-8-zone-powered-bus-expander-kit-pdx-zx8pwr-zx8-kit1-ps817","title":"Paradox 8-Zone Powered Bus Expander Kit – PDX-ZX8PWR (ZX8 + KIT1 + PS817)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eParadox PDX-ZX8PWR 8-Zone Powered Bus Expander Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete expansion solution designed to add 8 hardwired zones to compatible Paradox control panels. Combining the ZX8 expander PCB, metal enclosure base kit with battery and tamper protection, and a 1.7A switching power supply, this kit delivers reliable powered expansion for MG Series, SP Series, E Series, and Digiplex EVO systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/2838\/6287\/files\/PDX-ZX8.webp?v=1771557233\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"477\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"869\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"547\"\u003ePDX-ZX8PWR Powered Bus Expander Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a professional, ready-to-install solution for expanding Paradox alarm systems. The kit includes the \u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eZX8 8-Zone Expander Module PCB\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"770\"\u003emetal enclosure base kit with battery, plug pack, and tamper protection\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"817\"\u003e1.7A switching power supply (PS817)\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure stable and dependable system performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eDesigned for seamless integration via the Paradox 4-wire bus, this expansion kit adds 8 additional hardwired zones to an existing compatible control panel. It also includes 1 PGM output and allows a zone input to be configured as an anti-tamper switch input for enhanced system protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eIdeal for residential and commercial installations, the PDX-ZX8PWR simplifies expansion projects by bundling essential hardware into one convenient kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eWhat’s Included in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e1 × Paradox ZX8 8-Zone Expander Module PCB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e1 × Paradox KIT1 Metal Enclosure Base Kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eMetal enclosure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eBackup battery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e16VAC plug pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eTamper switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e1 × Paradox PS817 1.7A Switching Power Supply\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eMain Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eAdds 8 hardwired zones to compatible Paradox panels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e1 PGM output (50mA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003ePowered expansion solution with 1.7A switching power supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eMetal enclosure with integrated tamper protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eIncludes backup battery and 16VAC plug pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e4-wire bus connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eZone input can be used as anti-tamper switch input\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eDesigned for MG Series, SP Series, E Series, and Digiplex EVO systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eDetailed Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eProduct Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e PDX-ZX8PWR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eExpander Module:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZX8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003eNumber of Zones Added:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003ePGM Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × 50mA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7A switching power supply (PS817)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal box with tamper protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-wire bus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003eParadox MG Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eParadox SP Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003eParadox E Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003eParadox Digiplex EVO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eThis kit is supplied with manufacturer-backed warranty coverage. Warranty support and after-sales service are handled through authorised Paradox distribution channels in accordance with official brand policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003eAbout the Brand – Paradox\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003eParadox Security Systems is a globally recognised manufacturer of advanced electronic security solutions. Known for robust alarm control panels, expansion modules, and professional-grade accessories, Paradox products are widely deployed in residential, commercial, and high-security installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003ePDX-ZX8PWR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003ePractical Use Scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003eExpanding zone capacity in existing Paradox alarm systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3257\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3257\"\u003eAdding new wired detection areas to residential installations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3260\" data-end=\"3313\"\u003eCommercial site upgrades requiring additional zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3314\" data-end=\"3380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3380\"\u003eIntegrating perimeter or internal sensors into growing systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003eProfessional alarm retrofits and structured system expansions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3451\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3492\"\u003eDatasheets \u0026amp; Downloadable Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3596\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3521\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3521\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/2838\/6287\/files\/PDX-ZX8_Installation_Guide.pdf?v=1771557169\"\u003eZX8 Installation Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3626\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3683\"\u003eExcellence for the Australian and New Zealand Market\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"4167\"\u003eThe Paradox PDX-ZX8PWR is ideal for professional alarm installations across Australia and New Zealand. Supplied through authorised representatives, this kit ensures genuine components, compliant power solutions, and reliable warranty handling. The inclusion of a switching power supply and metal enclosure with tamper protection supports dependable operation in local residential and commercial environments, meeting the expectations of security professionals throughout the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4169\" data-end=\"4172\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4174\" data-end=\"4210\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4212\" data-end=\"4406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4212\" data-end=\"4257\"\u003eQ1: What does the PDX-ZX8PWR kit include?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4257\" data-end=\"4260\"\u003eThe PDX-ZX8PWR includes a ZX8 8-zone expander PCB, KIT1 metal enclosure with battery and 16VAC plug pack, and a PS817 1.7A switching power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4408\" data-end=\"4557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4408\" data-end=\"4468\"\u003eQ2: How many zones does the PDX-ZX8PWR add to my system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4468\" data-end=\"4471\"\u003eThe PDX-ZX8PWR adds 8 additional hardwired zones to compatible Paradox control panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4559\" data-end=\"4724\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4559\" data-end=\"4615\"\u003eQ3: Which panels are compatible with the PDX-ZX8PWR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4615\" data-end=\"4618\"\u003eThe PDX-ZX8PWR is compatible with Paradox MG Series, SP Series, E Series, and Digiplex EVO control panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4777\"\u003eQ4: Does the PDX-ZX8PWR include a power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4777\" data-end=\"4780\"\u003eYes, the PDX-ZX8PWR includes a PS817 1.7A switching power supply for stable powered expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4876\" data-end=\"4984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4876\" data-end=\"4925\"\u003eQ5: Does the PDX-ZX8PWR provide a PGM output?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4925\" data-end=\"4928\"\u003eYes, the PDX-ZX8PWR includes 1 PGM output rated at 50mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4986\" data-end=\"5140\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4986\" data-end=\"5049\"\u003eQ6: Can a zone on the PDX-ZX8PWR be used as a tamper input?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5049\" data-end=\"5052\"\u003eYes, the PDX-ZX8PWR allows a zone input to be configured as an anti-tamper switch input.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CCTV Tradie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44530430312551,"sku":"PDX-ZX8PWR-SD","price":304.98,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/8268\/2471\/files\/PDX-ZX8PWR.png?v=1788078049","url":"https:\/\/shop.underbrella.com.au\/products\/paradox-8-zone-powered-bus-expander-kit-pdx-zx8pwr-zx8-kit1-ps817","provider":"UnderBrella","version":"1.0","type":"link"}