sired device may not be initially selected. Simply press the SELECT key again
and that device will be deselected and another device within the EA-CT field
of view will be selected. To deselect a device, aim the EA-CT at the device and
press the DESELECT key. A device can be selected or deselected at any time.
When a device is selected by the EA-CT, the LED on the device will change
to a blinking green pattern. This will help the user ensure the correct Eclipse
device is selected. The only exception is the mini monitor module. This unit’s
LED will temporarily turn off because it does not have a bi-color LED.
MAIN MENU
1. WRITE
LOOP/ADR
Set Address Screen
2. READ
LOOP/ADDR
Loop and Address Read Screens
3. READ
DEVICE
Acquire Screen
4. WRITE
SERVICE
Set Service Date Screen
5. TEST
MODES
Test Mode Options
6. CHOOSE
TARGET
Choose Target Loop/Address
7. TOOL
OPTIONS
Tool Options Menu
NOTE: There must be a clear line of sight between the EA-CT and the device
it is communicating with.
1. WRITE LOOP/ADDRESS
This option is for assigning an Eclipse device to a certain loop and address.
When this option is chosen by pressing ENTER, the following screen is dis-
played:
LOOP?000
ADDR?000
EA-CT Configuration Tool
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The EA-CT is a hand-held remote control that is designed to communicate
with Eclipse devices via infrared signals. The remote control will give the
user the ability to communicate with the panel and other devices through any
selected device on the loop. The EA-CT can read device information such as
type, loop, address and sensitivity along with write loop, address, branch , se-
rial number and service date, and initiate walk test and device test. The EA-CT
features a 16-character liquid crystal display and a 17-button keypad.
GLOSSARY
Address:
Loop and address are the two components of a device’s identifier
in an Eclipse system. Addresses 1 to 254 are valid for detectors and modules.
Branch:
For loops that use t-taps or star-taps, a branch number can be speci-
fied on each device after the tap to indicate which device will be programmed
first in a system with auto-addressing. The branch number can be from 1 to
255.
Deselect:
If a user decides not to communicate to a device that has been se-
lected, it may be deselected and another device chosen instead.
Loop:
Loop and address are the two components of a device’s identifier in an
Eclipse system. With Eclipse, multiple loops may reside on the same pair of
wires. Loops can be numbered 1 to 254.
Master Key:
If a user misplaces their PIN number, the EA-CT can generate a
code or master key that will allow technical support to provide a temporary
PIN number for access.
NO COMM.RETRY?:
This message will appear on the configuration tool
screen if the message was not transmitted properly to the receiving device.
Repeat the steps to complete the desired action.
PIN number:
The EA-CT is equipped with a personal identification number
that, when enabled, prevents unauthorized use of the device.
Select:
Since the EA-CT can conceivably have more than one detector
or module within its field of view, only one device can be chosen or
“selected” from the group. The select key is used to choose the device
to which the EA-CT will communicate. Pressing the SELECT key more than
once will alternately select each device within the EA-CT range. A selected
device is ready to receive communications from the EA-CT.
Target:
The target is the address of the device that you would like to com-
municate with using the EA-CT. The target is not necessarily the device that is
selected or a device in the line of sight.
GENERAL INSTRUCTION
Press the PWR button on the EA-CT. For first time users or devices without
a PIN number, the main menu will be displayed. To be able to set your PIN
number, refer to the
PIN enable/disable
(7.1) section of this manual. The
main menu consists of seven choices for the user. You can select each choice
by pressing the up or down keys to highlight your selection and pressing enter
or by pressing the number of the selected item.
NOTE:
EA-CT automatically shuts down after 200 seconds of non-use.
Before communication is enabled, the device must be “selected” by the EA-
CT. To select a device, aim the EA-CT at the device and press the SELECT key.
In situations where there is more than one device in close proximity, the de-
SELECT KEY
SCROLL UP KEY
SCROLL DOWN
KEY
ENTER KEY
DESELECT KEY
ESCAPE KEY
POWER BUTTON
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions:
1.3˝H×2.2˝W×7.7˝L
(33mm H×56mm W×196mm L)
Communication Range:
30 ft. (9.1 m)
24 ft (7.3m) with dust cover on device
Battery Life (2 AA, batteries not included):
168 hrs (typical usage)
Storage Temperature Range:
–4ºF to 140ºF (–20ºC to 60ºC)
Operating Temperature Range:
32ºF to 122ºF (0ºC to 50ºC)
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