LCD-160 Manual —
P/N 51850:D2 10/07/2016
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Section 3: System Overview
3.1 Introduction to the LCD-160
The LCD-160 is a 240 x 128 pixel annunciator for NOTIFIER fire security control panels and
network control annunciators. The LCD-160 can mimic the top half of the panel’s display, or it can
display custom messages or graphics. It has the capability to store character sets for multiple
languages and supports Canadian requirements.
3.2 Features and Specifications
3.2.1 Features
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160 character format LCD with contrast and backlight control.
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On-board input, output, and status indicators to support diagnostics.
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Software upgrades and foreign languages character sets via serial port from a panel or other
device via the Remote Data Port (RDP) interface. Upgrades do not require the replacement of
any programmable devices.
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Custom graphics.
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Rubberized keypad.
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Input for AKS-1 key switch.
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Non-volatile storage of local parameters/text and a single character set.
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Fits in two ACS Annunciator module locations.
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Display and Control Center (DCC) participation/indication.
3.2.2 Specifications
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24 VDC input supply voltage via non-resettable power supply interface –
TB2
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Data Communications Port: RDP interface (power-limited/Class 2) –
TB1
– There is a maximum of 4000 feet at 12 AWG to 18 AWG between the panel and the last
device on the RDP bus (subject to your system’s power restrictions).
– Limit the total wire resistance to 100 ohms on the RDP bus, and 10 ohms on the RDP device
power circuit. Unloaded resistance between RDP conductors must be greater than 1 Kohm.
A remote power supply is required if total power wiring resistance exceeds 10 ohms.
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Current Draw
Standby Current, 0.300 A (backlight on), 0.075 A (backlight off)
Alarm Current, 0.325 A (backlight on, all pixels active, all LEDs active)
