KATEK TeleAlarm NurseCall NC8 User manual

NurseCall NC8 Relay UnitNC8_RU_UM_EN_V1.1_2021.12enUser Manual

NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit Table of Contents | en3TeleAlarmUser ManualNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.12Table of Contents1Safety instructions51.1Importance of safety instructions51.2Disregarding safety rules51.3Environmental conditions51.4General safety instructions51.4.1Observation and information62Description72.1General description72.1.1Top view72.1.2Bottom view82.1.3Front view92.1.4Relay Unit rear view92.1.5Relay Plus Unit rear view92.2Detailed description102.2.1Loudspeaker102.2.2Display102.2.3Keyboard102.2.4RS-485 interface122.2.5Antenna123Installation133.1Unpacking133.1.1List of contents133.2Installation143.2.1Generalities143.2.2Installation on a piece of furniture143.2.3Wall installation143.2.4Installing the antenna143.2.5Connecting to the mains153.2.6Setting the jumpers on the communication board on the Relay Plus Unit 163.2.7Connecting the RS-485173.2.8Connecting the RS-232 to the Relay Plus Unit183.2.9Setting the 100 Ohm termination jumper184Programming194.1Generalities194.1.1Using the keyboard194.1.2Exit and cancel entries194.1.3Key not allowed194.1.4Locking and unlocking the keyboard194.1.5Programming time-out194.2First use204.2.1List of original factory settings204.2.2Parameters set by the NurseCall Main Unit204.2.3Locating mode and identification number20

4en | Table of ContentsNurseCall NC8 Relay UnitNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.12User ManualTeleAlarm4.3Special settings214.3.1Displaying the firmware version214.3.2Resetting all the parameters and buffers214.3.3Assistance and fire priority214.3.4Assistance and fire non priority224.3.5Special texts in German224.3.6Standard texts in German224.4Printer/display setup on the Relay Plus Unit224.4.1Access to the printer/display setup menu224.4.2Selection "None"234.4.3Selection "Printer"234.4.4Selection "DISPLAY ZETTLER"234.4.5Selection "DISPLAY NORSK"245Operation265.1Adjusting the loudspeaker volume 265.2Consulting the alarm or event buffer265.2.1Switching between alarm and event buffers indication275.2.2Display indications275.2.3The green button does not work285.2.4Disconnecting a Relay Unit286Maintenance296.1Checking the system 296.2Monitoring the power supply 296.3Monitoring the backup battery 296.4Cleaning306.5Parts replacement306.5.1Disassembling the unit 306.5.2Backup battery replacing317Disposal337.1Disassembly337.2Returning to the manufacturer337.3Materials337.4Battery33AAppendix34A.1Electrical specifications34A.2Dimensions and weight34A.3Environmental conditions34A.4List of criteria35A.5Connectors36A.5.1LINE socket (unit bottom)36A.5.2Power socket (unit bottom)36A.5.3RS-232 socket (Relay Plus Unit rear)36A.5.4RS-485 socket (unit rear)36

NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit Safety instructions | en5TeleAlarmUser ManualNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.121Safety instructions1.1Importance of safety instructionsEach safety and protection instruction in this manual must be adhered to in order to avoid personnel injuries, property damages or environmental pollution.In a similar manner, the legal bylaws, the measures in prevention of accidents and for the protection of the environment, as well as the recognized technical rules aiming at appropriate and safe working conditions which as applied in the country and at the place of use of the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit must be adhered to.1.2Disregarding safety rulesDisregarding the safety rules, as well as existing legal and technical regulations, may lead to accidents, to property damages or to environmental pollution.1.3Environmental conditionsInstall the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit in a dry place, away from any source of heat.1.4General safety instructionsNOTICE! The user and installer should read and understand this chapter before any intervention on the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit.NOTICE! The NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit must not be located near a water tap or any other source of water. The product must not be subjected to dripping water.The electrical safety of the unit is only guaranteed if the electrical installation is conform to the national regulation and if this installation works properly.The NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit may not be used in buildings prone to fire and explosion hazards.NOTICE! The NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit may not be used under exposure to the direct sunlight, to heat, to dust or to an excessive humidity (only use the equipment in a clean environment).CAUTION! InterferencesAvoid immediate proximity to other electric devices such as a television.CAUTION! Connect the power adapter in a power outlet near the unit.Make sure that it remains easily accessible.DANGER! ElectrocutionDuring maintenance operations, when the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit is powered and its casing is removed, it may not be left unattended.

6en | Safety instructionsNurseCall NC8 Relay UnitNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.12User ManualTeleAlarm1.4.1Observation and informationIn case of defective operation or any other technical incident for which no remedy is described in this manual, please contact immediately your local representative.CAUTION! The NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit may only be connected to the electrical sources as described in

Section A.1 Electrical specifications, page 34

.CAUTION! Maintenance and repairs may only be performed in conformance with the instructions and by authorized technical personnel only.The sole possession of the user manual does not allow the personnel to perform any kind of repair on the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit.Take into account all the warnings and follow all the instructions displayed on the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit and those which are printed in the documentation.Never try to use replacement pieces other than those authorized by the manufacturer of the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit.CAUTION! It is mandatory to use the products specified in the present user manual to clean the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit. If you plan to use another product, only do so after having obtained the authorization of the manufacturer.DANGER! The NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit contains highly sensitive electronic components. It should be opened only in an ESD protected environment with respect to the following precautions:1.Discharge yourself from electrostatic loads by touching a grounded conductive surface before opening the unit.2.Avoid touching conductive parts inside the unit if not absolutely necessary. CAUTION! Never let any liquid enter the system. In case of liquid spill inside the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit, act immediately as follows:1.Switch off the unit using the main switch under the casing.2.Unplug the power supply adapter.3.Dry up the unit.4.Clean the unit.5.Check that the unit switches on correctly.

NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit Description | en7TeleAlarmUser ManualNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.122Description2.1General description2.1.1Top view1.Loudspeaker.See

Section 2.2.1 Loudspeaker, page 10

.2.Display.See

Section 2.2.2 Display, page 10

.3.Keyboard, under the cover. See

Section 2.2.3 Keyboard, page 10

.4.LED Indicator5.Yellow buttonUsed to view more details about the event or alarm currently displayed (date and time, position, etc...).6.Green buttonUsed to acknowledge an alarm locally, see

Section 5.2.3 The green button does not work, page 28

.7.Red button with lightThis button is not used. Pressing the button does not activate a function. The light blinks red during an alarm.

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8en | DescriptionNurseCall NC8 Relay UnitNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.12User ManualTeleAlarm2.1.2Bottom view1.Identification label.2.Cable channels.3.Wall mounting holes (distance between holes, 157 mm).See

Section 3.2.3 Wall installation, page 14

for a detailed description.4.ON/OFF switch.5.LINE socket, used for firmware update.See

Section A.5.1 LINE socket (unit bottom), page 36

for wiring.6.Socket for the Power supply adapter 230VAC/12VDC.See

Section A.5.2 Power socket (unit bottom), page 36

for wiring.

NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit Description | en9TeleAlarmUser ManualNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.122.1.3Front view1.LED Indicator2.1.4Relay Unit rear view1.RS-485 connector. See

Section A.5.4 RS-485 socket (unit rear), page 36

for wiring.2.Antenna connector2.1.5Relay Plus Unit rear view1.RS-232 connector, used for the printer/display interface of the Relay Plus Unit.See

Section A.5.3 RS-232 socket (Relay Plus Unit rear), page 36

for wiring.2.RS-485 connector. See

Section A.5.4 RS-485 socket (unit rear), page 36

for wiring.3.Antenna connectorStatusLEDStandby mode (normal operation)Green (permanent)Backup battery lowGreen (blinking)Power supply disconnectedGreen (flashing)Help, assistance or fireRed (blinking)

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10en | DescriptionNurseCall NC8 Relay UnitNC8_RU_UM_EN | V1.1 | 2021.12User ManualTeleAlarm2.2Detailed description2.2.1LoudspeakerWhen one of the following alarms or messages is received by the NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit, the internal loudspeaker is activated until acknowledgement.2.2.2DisplayThe NurseCall NC8 Relay Unit is equipped with a 2 x 20 characters display that guides the operator during the programming. During normal operation, alarms and messages are displayed.2.2.3KeyboardThe keyboard has 21 alphanumeric keys. They are used to perform special commands or during normal operation.StatusLoudspeakerPower supply disconnectedDual-tone beep every minuteCall for help, reserve call, technical call4 second interval, one toneError message15 second interval, one toneDisconnection of a relay unit from RS485-bus1 minute interval, one toneCall for assistance / fire alarmContinuously dual-tone beepLocal acknowledgementShort beepNurseCall NC8 Relay Unit

V2.02 BN111.242.00A

NOTICE! This user manual is written for the unit language English USA. Certain displays may differ for the unit language English UK.

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