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7. Select Auto-Poll after Activation for Commander to poll each site after sending the
activation command. Allows system status to be automatically updated after alerts.
8. Optional: Click Select Message to add to a list of digital voice messages to be played
during the DYNAMIC VOICE function.
NOTE: Use the table in Appendix B to record information.
9. Click Save.
9. Configuring Input Options
Informers have inputs you can use to initiate system-level alerts or activations. The I-IP-IO
and I-IPW devices have an ALERT button and a rear input for a contact closure. Units prior
to January 2019 have a Key Fob for wireless activations. The Informer15 and Informer100
devices have four inputs to use for system-level activations. In addition, the Informer15
and Informer100 devices can assign the inputs to activate local alerts (functions). Using
both, system and local activations, can provide unique alerting capabilities. You can
program the Informer15 and Informer100 devices for Local Activation Inputs, and then
place it into a stand-alone mode where local inputs activate functions/messages. The
Informer-PA uses the rear input for fault detection from the local amplifier. The I-IPSIU has
16 inputs for multiple activation capabilities.
NOTE: Informer-PA units do not have activation inputs. The Rear Input is only available for
System Alarm.
To configure input options:
1. From the Commander main window, click Informer.
The Informer dialog box appears.
2. Select the RTU number and select Configuration > Input Options.
