ICT PRT-ZX8-DIN User manual

PRT-ZX8-DIN
Protege DIN Rail 8 Input Expander
Installation Manual

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Last Published: 30-Apr-21 5:28 PM
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Contents
Introduction 5
Installation Requirements 6
Grounding Requirements 7
Safety Grounding 7
Earth Ground Connection 7
Mounting 9
Removal 9
Wiring Diagram 10
DC Power & Encrypted Module Network 11
Inputs 12
Trouble Inputs 13
Address Configuration 14
LED Indicators 15
Status Indicator 15
Fault Indicator 15
Power Indicator 15
Error Code Indication 16
Error Code Display 16
Mechanical Diagram 17
Mechanical Layout 18
Technical Specifications 19
New Zealand and Australia 20
European Standards 21
UL and ULC Installation Requirements 23
UL/ULC Installation Cabinet Options 23
Central Station Signal Receiver Compatibility List 23
ULC Compliance Requirements 24
CAN/ULC-S304 24
CAN/ULC-S559 26
UL Compliance Requirements 30
UL1610 30
FCC Compliance Statements 32
Industry Canada Statement 33
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Disclaimer and Warranty 34
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Introduction
The Protege DIN Rail 8 Input Expander extends the number of inputs on the system by 8 (16 with input duplex
mode), allowing monitoring of a wide range of EOL capable or open contact sensors for security and building
automation purposes.
Flexible module network architecture allows large numbers of modules to be connected to the RS-485 module
network. Up to 250 modules can be connected to the Protege system in any combination to the network, over a
distance of up to 900M (3000ft). Further span can be achieved with the use of a network repeater module.
The current features of the input expander include:
⦁Secure encrypted RS-485 module communications
⦁8 inputs (16 with input duplex mode)
⦁Industry standard DIN rail mounting
⦁Online and remote upgradable firmware
Note: When connecting to a Protege GX system the DIN Rail 8 Input Expander requires firmware version
2.08.871 or higher. Without this the input expander will not register on a Protege GX controller.
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Installation Requirements
This equipment is to be installed in accordance with:
⦁The product installation instructions
⦁UL 681 - Installation and Classification of Burglar and Holdup Systems
⦁UL 827 - Central-Station Alarm Services
⦁CAN/ULC-S301, Central and Monitoring Station Burglar Alarm Systems
⦁CAN/ULC-S302, Installation and Classification of Burglar Alarm Systems for Financial and Commercial
Premises, Safes and Vaults
⦁CAN/ULC-S561, Installation and Services for Fire Signal Receiving Centres and Systems
⦁The National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
⦁The Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1
⦁AS/NZS 2201.1 Intruder Alarm Systems
⦁The Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
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Grounding Requirements
An effectively grounded product is one that is intentionally connected to earth ground through a ground
connection or connections of sufficiently low impedance and having sufficient current-carrying capacity to
prevent elevated voltages which may result in undue hazard to connected equipment or to persons.
Grounding of the Protege system is done for three basic reasons:
1. Safety
2. Component protection
3. Noise reduction
Safety Grounding
The object of safety grounding is to ensure that all metalwork is at the same ground (or earth) potential.
Impedance between the Protege system and the building scheme ground must conform to the requirements of
national and local industrial safety regulations or electrical codes. These will vary based on country, type of
distribution system and other factors. The integrity of all ground connections should be checked periodically.
General safety dictates that all metal parts are connected to earth with separate copper wire or wires of the
appropriate gauge.
Earth Ground Connection
The DIN rail enclosure and the DIN rail modules must be grounded to a suitable single-point earth ground
connection in the installation. A minimum 14AWG solid copper wire (or thicker, in accordance with local
authorities) shall be used from the Protege system's earth connection points.
The DIN rail enclosure includes an earth ground single-point link connection via the metallic enclosure. This
single-point link is the Protege system's earth ground. All modules that have earth ground connections and that
are installed in the same enclosure shall be connected to this single point. A single-point earth ground
connection avoids the creation of ground loops in the system and provides a single reference point to earth
ground.
Reader Expander
Input Expander
Output Expander
Controller
Dialer’s Earth
Ground Connection
Power Supply
V-
DIN Rail Ground Connections (one or more cabinets installed in the same room)
DIN Rail Enclosure Additional DIN Rail Enclosure(s)
Module Network
(RS-485 N+, N-, NA, NB)
AC Mains Wiring
Earth Ground
Link Connection
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Sector or Building #2Sector or Building #1 Sector or Building #3
Input Expander
Input Expander
Input Expander
Reader Expander
Input Expander
Output Expander
Power Supply
Controller
Dialer’s Earth
Ground Connection
V-
Earth Ground
Link Connection
DIN Rail Enclosure DIN Rail Enclosure DIN Rail Enclosure
Module Network (RS-485 N+, N-, NA and NB)
DIN Rail Ground Connections (multiple cabinets in different rooms, sectors, or buildings)
Note that the DIN rail enclosure earth terminal is connected to the power supply V- terminal.
There must be only one single earth grounding point per system.
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Mounting
Protege DIN rail modules are designed to mount on standard DIN rail either in dedicated DIN cabinets or on
generic DIN rail mounting strip.
When installing a DIN rail module, ensure that there is adequate clearance around all sides of the device and
that air flow to the vents of the unit is not restricted. It is recommended that you install the module in a location
that will facilitate easy access for wiring. It is also recommended that the module is installed in an electrical
room, communication equipment room, secure cabinet, or in an accessible area of the ceiling.
1. Position the DIN rail module with the labeling in the correct orientation.
2. Hook the mounting tabs (opposite the tab clip) under the edge of the DIN rail.
3. Push the DIN rail module against the mount until the tab clips over the rail.
Removal
A Protege DIN rail module can be removed from the DIN rail mount using the following steps:
1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the hole in the module tab clip.
2. Lever the tab outwards and rotate the unit off the DIN rail mount.
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Wiring Diagram
Wiring
INPUT WIRING: maximum distance of 300m (1000ft)
from the System Controller when using 22 AWG.
AUX WIRING: Min 22AWG Max 16AWG. (Depends on
length and Current consumption). For wire/cable size,
a maximum of 5% voltage drop at the terminals of
the powered device has to be observed.
MODULE NETWORK WIRING: Recommended Belden
9842 or equivalent. (24AWG twisted pair with
characteristic impedance of 120ohm or CAT5e / CAT6
are also supported for Data Transmission when using
ground in the same cable. (Do not use extra wires to
power devices.) Max 900m (3000ft).
LED Description
Incorrect module input voltage applied.
Module successfully registered with controller.
Module attempting registration with controller
Module communication activity.
Red
Number of Flashes Error Description
Please refer the System Controller Installation Manual for address programming details.
The address of the Input Expander is configured via programming and will require reference
to the module serial number. The serial number can be found on the identification sticker on the
side of the module.
BN-N+N AN
System Controller or
module supplying
power to networked
devices
Next modules
on network
BN-N+N AN
White
Blue
Black
Red
8 Input Expander
CAUTION: INCORRECT
WIRING MAY RESULT IN
DAMAGE TO THE UNIT
Value 1 Value 2 Monitored Status
1K 1K Open, Close, Tamper, Short
6K8 2K2 Open, Close, Tamper, Short
10K 10K Open, Close, Tamper, Short
2K2 2K2 Open, Close, Tamper, Short
4K7 2K2 Open, Close, Tamper, Short
4K7 4K7 Open, Close, Tamper, Short
4Z
3Z
2
Z M
O
C
MO
C
1Z-
X
UA
+
N.C
Tamper
N.C Input Contact
Value 2 Value 1
Typical Input Circuits
EOL Resitor Input Configuration
Address Configuration
Correct module input voltage applied.
Power
Status
Green
Off
Fault
Module is in boot mode awaiting firmware update
Single Red flash
Slow Green flashing
Fast Green flashing
Slow Red flashing
Module is in error state. Error code is displayed by flashing the Red
Status indicator ON and OFF rapidly, with a delay of 1.5 second
between each display cycle.
For further details, please refer to the Error Code Display section in the Installation Manual.
Locked Device
1
7
Serial Number Fault
6
5Controller Secured
4Address in Use
3Address Too High
2Firmware Version
Unknown Error Code
V- V+ Z8 C
12VDC OUT
POWER
STATUS
FAULT
Z6 Z5 C Z4
INPUT 4-8
N+ N- NA NB
12VDC IN/ OUT RS485 NETWORK
Z7 C
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