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ConneXions CX5   DC, Multi Port Version

 

 

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Other Antennas

 

 
The range and performance of this equipment can be improved by the addition of more efficient 
antennas*. These can be installed either inside or outside the building and are connected to the 
transmitter with 50 OHM coaxial cable.  
 
The centre fed half wave di-pole, measuring approximately 12 inches from tip to tip, will provide 
excellent all round local signalling. This can be mounted either inside or outside a building. Two 
versions are available:  
1) a light duty antenna suitable for sheltered environments/internal installation (LUHFDP). 
2)  a heavy duty stainless unit with optional mounting hardware for more arduous applications 
(UHFDP). 
 
Other antennas, including co-linears, are available for external applications. Pre-terminated coaxial 
feeder cables are available for 5, 10 or 15 metre requirements. Consult our Sales Department for 
further details. 
 

Note !

 High frequencies can equate to high power losses. Always use quality cable. RG58 is only 

acceptable on cable runs of up to 5 metres. We recommend RG213, or equivalent, on greater 
lengths. If in doubt consult our Technical Department. 
 

*subject to license conditions. Specifically, mounting height and Effective Radiated Power (ERP)

 

Service Information  

 
If you experience a problem with your equipment you must first telephone our service hotline, where 
we may request that you undertake a few simple checks. If a problem still remains, we will arrange 
collection of your system by overnight carrier at our expense. Upon receipt, we will endeavour to 
service or replace the system within 24 working hours and return the same by overnight carrier. 
 
We suggest that you retain the packaging for your control equipment. Incorrectly packed goods 
returned for service are the responsibility of the customer. If we deem that new packaging is required 
before we can return the unit, a charge will be made. 
 
In the event that a pager requires service, return it directly to Scope (in the pre-addressed service 
bag supplied with your system) by registered post. Ensure that you carefully fill out the service form 
provided. Failure to complete this form in full will result in inevitable delays!    
 
Pagers returned with flat, incorrectly installed or leaking batteries will be charged for! 
 
Record your system details here for quick reference:- 
 
Date supplied____/____/____  Serial Number of the base console_________ 
 
Transmitter frequency  _______MHz        Transmitter Type: 5WTX.  Model: CX5DC 
 
Number of pagers supplied with the system _______ 
 
System base ID number__________________   Transmitter baud rate ______________ 
 
Serial input baud rate_____________ 
 

For information on individual pager types, refer to the appropriate pager manual

 

For information on use with the telephone I/F, refer to the separate Telephone Interface 
manual.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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Summary of Contents for Connexions CX5

Page 1: ...CX5DCred Issue 2 Connexions CX5 Radio Paging Transcoder DC Multi Port Version Installation User Manual www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

Page 2: ...ts and invoices Alternatively these can be provided on request Faxed proforma invoices and quotations refer to conditions available upon request Important Safety Information Scope products are designed to operate safely when installed and used according to general safety practices The following requirements should be observed at all times Do NOT subject this equipment to Mechanical shock Excessive...

Page 3: ...function of this product Scope will with proof of purchase repair or replace at it s discretion any defective parts free of charge This does not include where the adjustments parts and repair are necessary due to circumstances beyond the control of Scope including but not limited to fire or other casualty accident neglect abuse abnormal use or battery leakage damage WARNING No User Serviceable Par...

Page 4: ...of more than 15 metres for standard applications However we suggest you contact our technical dept where other considerations may prove this to be impractical A further consideration is the distance between the transmitter and the source of the data If the unit is to deploy a standard RS232 serial interface reliable reception of the data should not be attempted in excess of 15 metres of cable Thes...

Page 5: ... Metal mesh or wire reinforced glass c Metal sheeting large mirrors or suspended ceilings d Lift shafts All of the above can reflect radio waves and thereby reduce the capability of the transmitter to perform its desired functions 6 The circuit boards within this equipment may be harmed by Electrostatic Discharge ESD Installers should ensure that both themselves and the system s chassis are ground...

Page 6: ...lug PIN SIGNAL DIRECTION 1 N C 2 RECEIVE DATA RX IN 3 TRANSMIT DATA TX OUT 4 DATA TERMINAL READY DTR OUT 5 GROUND GND 6 N C 7 REQUEST TO SEND RTS OUT 8 CLEAR TO SEND CTS IN 9 5V 100mA max for Scope peripherals As information passes only from the host equipment to the ConneXions transcoder you will only need to read the DTR line which if high shows that power is applied to the Connexions unit The R...

Page 7: ...ConneXions CX5 DC Multi Port Version CX5DCred Issue 2 Page 6 of 13 DIAGRAM 1 www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

Page 8: ...s are at least 3 metres from the transmitter and aerial Under certain conditions it is possible to flood the pager receivers and corrupt the data received 4 Check that the pagers have the battery installed with the correct polarity and are correctly powered up Check the pager baud rate and frequency matches the Connexions transmitter see label on inside of chassis plate 5 Check that the red power ...

Page 9: ...use irreparable damage This unit can support up to 8 dry volt free contacts on PL1 which when shorted to ground will send a pre programmed message to a particular pager address which could be to an individual a group or all pager operatives at the same time These messages are pre programmed and can only be changed by qualified service personnel The trigger time required to send a message must be g...

Page 10: ...For customers who wish to connect directly to PL1 the pinout arrangement on the 9 way D plug is shown below PL1 9 way D Plug Dry Contact No 1 1 2 3 3 5 4 7 6 2 7 4 8 6 9 8 5 GROUND Test Calls a test call message can be sent every 10 seconds This feature is very useful for site surveys and range testing The default is dry contact no 1 www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

Page 11: ...irst telephone our service hotline where we may request that you undertake a few simple checks If a problem still remains we will arrange collection of your system by overnight carrier at our expense Upon receipt we will endeavour to service or replace the system within 24 working hours and return the same by overnight carrier We suggest that you retain the packaging for your control equipment Inc...

Page 12: ...ate 512 or 1200 RF Standards applied EN 300 224 V2 1 1 2017 06 EMC Standard applied EN 301 489 2 V2 1 0 2017 03 Safety Standard applied EN 60950 1 2006 A2 2013 General Ports RS232 serial on COM1 COM2 and COM3 USB 8 way dry contact I F Comms Baud Rate 600 to 9600 software adjustable Footprint mm 330 L x 190 W x 70 D max dependent on system configuration excluding aerial subject to applicable countr...

Page 13: ...ample a base address of 0100 000 is applied to a transcoder the first real pager number will 0100 008 followed by 0100 016 and so on Logical pager numbers are normally used on systems fitted with the telephone interface and those which are interfaced to personal computers The algorithm would perform the following function For example take the logical pager number of 123 The logical pager number 12...

Page 14: ...be accompanied by the green LED lighting for the same period to show that data is being transmitted The time taken to transmit the message is dependent upon the pager baud rate For 512 baud this is approximately 4 seconds whilst at 1200 baud the time is approximately 2 seconds The unit can accept sequential data at 9600 baud which will be buffered and dealt with as soon as the preceding transmissi...

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