Netlink Installation and Operation Manual
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Installation and Operation
Introduction
Product Description
The Netlink NL2 and NL4 modules are network appliances which may be used with LSP power systems to provide remote monitoring
and control of the power system and connected devices . The NL4 provides four ports for connection to LSP power supply boards and
M8 managed output boards, while the NL2 provides two ports for connection to LSP power supply boards only .
The Netlink module monitors power supply system status over a local or wide area network and provides values such as output volt-
age, fault status, battery voltage, battery charging current, fire alarm status, and temperature . In addition, automated battery tests
may be run manually, or scheduled to happen automatically . When used with an M8 managed output board (NL4 only), voltage and
current for each individual output is provided, and each output may be individually power cycled .
Automated alerts may be sent via email or SNMP on any detected fault condition, service due date approaching, battery condition, fire
alarm activation, or on a time basis for status updates on regular intervals . A time and date stamped log of the past 1000 events is
kept and may be viewed on demand, or immediately on an alert occurrence . When all parameters are in range, the log is updated once
per selected interval with a snapshot of current values .
All Netlink modules provide a voltmeter input, event input (for monitoring devices such as the enclosure tamper switch), and one or
two current sensors . Internal temperature is also sensed, and the NL4 also includes a 6 foot external temperature probe for monitor-
ing room temperature . Two outputs are also provided for controlling external equipment using LifeSafety Power’s RB series of relays .
If using the NetLink in an FPA AC voltage system, an NS2 module must be used to provide DC power to the NetLink and may also be
used to remotely switch the output power .
Specifications
Power Input
Voltage
8–30VDC
Current
60mA Nominal
ADC Input
Voltage
0–30VDC
Resolution
10 Bits
Accuracy
± 3%
Event1 Input
Voltage
9–30VDC
Current
15mA Max .
Control Outputs
Current
50mA Max .
Current Sensors
Current
0–20A ±0 .1A +5% of reading
Class 2 power limited wiring must be seperated from non-power limited wiring by a minimum of 1/4 inch and must use seperate knockouts
The installation and all wiring methods shall be in accordance with ANSI/NFPA70 and all local codes .
For ULC compliance, installation and all wiring methods shall be in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22 .1, Part I, Section 32 .
All input/output wiring to the module shall be located within the same room (3 m . max .) .
The remote control features have not been investigated by UL .
