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General Description
Informer Sensor/Radio Interface Unit (Model I-IPSIU)
General Description
Introduction
The Informer Sensor/Radio Interface Unit (I-IPSIU) enhances notification capabilities by
connecting to and controlling external devices and third-party equipment. An Informer
I-IPSIU automatically initiates predefined alerts by sensing changes in dry contact
closure status resulting from a panic button or alarm system activation, PLC equipment
failure, motion-sensor detection, pre-designated temperature-sensor settings, etc. Opto-
isolated inputs enable each I-IPSIU to sense and monitor 16 different external devices
simultaneously. Each input can be programmed to activate a pre-defined template or
action (such as, a relay closure) or alert.
I-IPSIUs provide the ability to control and activate up to four devices or equipment
through receipt of an alert or template from Commander software. The four output relays
provide normally open and closed contacts, support tasks ranging from turning lights on/
off to activating alarm systems, strobe lights, sirens, and door locks.
An I-IPSIU can also interface a mobile or portable radio for broadcast of alert messages
over the radio system. The I-IPSIU has carrier detect capability to delay broadcast
until the radio system is idle. Broadcasts can be pre-programmed tones, digital voices
messages or live PA broadcast.
A single alert or activation can activate multiple I-IPSIUs in support of multi-site
notifications, thereby making it the ideal solution for large industrial complexes,
healthcare facilities, schools and university campuses and office buildings.
Features
The I-IPSIU has the following features when used with the Commander Control and
Activation software:
• Ability to add external I/O interfaces to a Federal Signal Intelligent system or
alerting and notification system.
• 16 closure points sense status changes in panic buttons, PLCs, equipment, remote
sensors and local alarm systems to initiate predefined alerts.
• 4 output relays to control access controls systems, locks, lights, flashers, speakers,
sirens, evacuation systems, etc.
• Radio interface for digital voice messages-to-radio communications.
• 19 inch rack, wall, or desk mounting options.
• Compact size (1 RU) supports easy deployment.
• 8-30 Vdc operating voltage range or PoE powered.
• Removable connectors with built-in strain relief for external connections.
• Supports fixed IP, DHCP and Auto-IP.
• Wired Ethernet.
