TG-7 Dual Path Series Installation & Operating Guide
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Complete All Power-Related Wiring Connections
The communicator can be powered by AC (from a plug-in adapter) or DC (from the alarm panel)
power. All wires connecting with the communicator should be in conduit or otherwise protected,
but no segregation of circuits is necessary. Follow the instructions for the chosen power option.
Option 1: AC Power Adapter and Backup Battery
To apply power to the communicator, attach a battery (not included) to the battery connector jack
using the supplied battery cable. If the need for a different size cable arises, the communicator has
an alternate screw-in terminal connection for the battery. Backup battery must be sized
appropriately to meet installation requirements. A 12-volt minimum 4Ah (7Ah preferred) lead acid
battery should be used.
NOTE:
including replacing the battery when it can no longer operate at the specified voltage level.
Connect the Telguard AC power adapter (supplied) to AC terminals using stranded copper
insulated wire following wire gauge and length recommendations below:
Recommended Wire Size
Length Not to Exceed
18 ga
20 ft
16 ga
40 ft
14 ga
60 ft
Check with the AHJ to determine whether the adapter need
s
to
be secured to the outlet (generally
required for Canadian installations) or otherwise protected.
Option 2: DC Power from Panel
When using this option, no other power connections (battery or AC) should be used.
Power to the communicator may be sourced from the host alarm panel regulated 12VDC or 24VDC
power limited auxiliary output. Connect the power and ground connections into the respective DC
and GND connections on the communicator using a supplied 2-position terminal block. If the TG-
PEM accessory is being used, the auxiliary output from the panel shall be connected to the TG-PEM
and the TG-PEM power output shall be connected to the
DC and GND connections.
UL/ULC Compliance Note:
All wiring shall be in accordance with NFPA 72, NFPA 70, and/or
C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations, Section 32 .
Step 3: Determine Antenna Placement for Best Performance
Connect Antenna
The communicator is supplied with an antenna. In most cases the antenna can be mounted directly
to the unit. If necessary, the antenna may be moved to a better signal location using an extension
cable and bracket (supplied). The performance of the antenna may be affected by the wall or
materials contained within the wall chosen for mounting. These effects may not be clearly identified
by RSSI monitoring alone. The wall materials may have a more pronounced effect on the antenna
transmit band performance.
Measure Received Signal Strength (RSSI)
Measure the received signal strength by pressing and releasing the RSSI button. This switches the
LEDs to signal strength mode. If you do not obtain the recommended minimum signal strength with
the antenna mounted directly to the unit (see
), you will need to
use the extension cable to locate the antenna in an area with better reception. Generally, the higher
the antenna the better.
