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RS485 NETWORK MODULE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
General
The Smart Connect Multi-loop system network has the facility to monitor, indicate and control the functions of a fire
alarm installation, thus allowing signals to be distributed around a large site. The network will accommodate up to
64 nodes. The network uses RS485 data communication and a total network cable length of up to 10km is possible.
All panels will continue to function in stand-alone mode, even if the network fails. On a Smart Connect Multi-loop
running in a network, all events are reported at all panels and all panels are able to remotely program other panels
sitting on the network. Operation of outputs over the network is determined by the programmed cause & effects.
Any input on the network can be programmed to operate any output.
Installation
1.
Ensure that the installation area is free from any cables or wires that may get caught, and that there is enough
space on the DIN rail to mount the module. Also ensure that the DIN clip underneath the module is in the open
position.
2.
Place the module onto the DIN rail, hooking the metal earth clip underneath onto the rail first.
3.
Once the earth clip is hooked, push the bottom of the module onto the rail so that the module sits flat.
4.
Push the plastic DIN clip (located at the bottom of the module) upwards to lock and secure the module into
position.
5.
Once the module is secured to the DIN rail, simply connect the supplied CAT5E cable to the module’s RJ45 port.
6.
Connect the other end of CAT5E cable to the nearest unoccupied RJ45 port on the termination PCB.
ATTENTION:
THE PANEL MUST BE POWERED DOWN AND DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERIES BEFORE
INSTALLING OR REMOVING ANY MODULES.
