RC Systems ViewSmart 1600+ User manual

8621 Hwy 6
Hitchcock, TX 77563
409-986-9800
www.rcsystemsco.com
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Operations Manual

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents............................................................................................................................... I
Table of Figures ................................................................................................................................. I
Chapter 1 Safety Information.......................................................................................................1
1.1 Safety Information – Read Before Installation and Applying Power............................................................1
1.2 Contacting RC Systems Inc. ..........................................................................................................................1
Chapter 2 General Description .....................................................................................................2
Chapter 3 Installation Instructions ...............................................................................................3
3.1 Mounting the Enclosure ...............................................................................................................................3
3.1.1 Panel/Rack Mount Enclosure................................................................................................ 3
3.1.2 NEMA 4X Wall Mount Fiberglass Enclosure.......................................................................... 3
3.1.3 ViewSmart 1600+ Main I/O and Option Board Enclosure Capacities................................... 5
3.2 Power and Analog Outputs Wiring...............................................................................................................6
3.2.1 DC Power Supply................................................................................................................... 6
3.2.2 AC Power Supply ................................................................................................................... 6
3.2.3 CPU and Main I/O ................................................................................................................. 8
3.2.4 Option Board Power ............................................................................................................. 8
3.3 Standard I/O Wiring .....................................................................................................................................9
3.3.1 Common Relays .................................................................................................................... 9
3.3.2 RS-485 Modbus®................................................................................................................. 11
3.3.3 Modbus® TCP ......................................................................................................................12
3.4 Option Board Wiring ..................................................................................................................................16

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3.4.1 Analog Input Option............................................................................................................16
3.4.2 Bridge Sensor Input Option................................................................................................. 18
3.4.3 Isolated RS-485 Modbus® Option ....................................................................................... 20
3.4.4 Relay Options ...................................................................................................................... 20
3.4.5 Analog Output Option.........................................................................................................23
Chapter 4 General Operating Instructions ..................................................................................24
4.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................24
4.2 Security Menu ............................................................................................................................................24
4.2.1 User Name .......................................................................................................................... 24
4.2.2 Lock Code ............................................................................................................................25
4.2.3 Modbus®/Web Code........................................................................................................... 25
4.2.4 Web User............................................................................................................................. 25
4.2.5 Web Paswd..........................................................................................................................25
4.3 System Configuration Setup.......................................................................................................................25
4.3.1 Version ................................................................................................................................25
4.3.2 System Configure Menu......................................................................................................26
4.3.3 Zone Names ........................................................................................................................ 27
4.3.4 Mimic Mode........................................................................................................................ 28
4.3.5 SD Card................................................................................................................................ 28
4.3.6 View Event Log.................................................................................................................... 30
4.3.7 Clear Event Log....................................................................................................................30
4.3.8 View Sensor Life .................................................................................................................. 31
4.4 Basic Channel Configuration ......................................................................................................................31

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4.5 Standard Features Setup............................................................................................................................34
4.5.1 Alarm Settings ..................................................................................................................... 34
4.5.2 Common Relays .................................................................................................................. 36
4.5.3 Standard RS-485 Modbus® and Optional RS-485 Modbus® Isolated I/O ...........................39
4.5.4 Modbus® TCP ......................................................................................................................47
4.6 Optional I/O Setup......................................................................................................................................50
4.6.1 Optional Relays ................................................................................................................... 51
4.6.2 Analog 4-20mA and Bridge Input........................................................................................ 53
4.6.3 Analog Output..................................................................................................................... 55
4.6.4 Wireless Communications .................................................................................................. 55
4.7 Embedded Webpage ..................................................................................................................................59
4.7.1 System Screen.....................................................................................................................60
4.7.2 Zone Screen.........................................................................................................................61
4.7.3 Channel Screen ...................................................................................................................62
4.7.4 Event Log Screen................................................................................................................. 63
4.7.5 Configure.............................................................................................................................64
4.8 Normal Operation ......................................................................................................................................71
4.9 Fault Condition ...........................................................................................................................................72
4.10 Alarm Conditions........................................................................................................................................72
4.11 Communication Errors................................................................................................................................72
4.12 Low Battery ................................................................................................................................................73
4.13 Calibrations ................................................................................................................................................73
4.14 Markers ......................................................................................................................................................74

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4.14.1 Marker Menu ......................................................................................................................74
4.14.2 Marker Enabled................................................................................................................... 74
4.14.3 Marker %............................................................................................................................. 74
4.14.4 Mark As ............................................................................................................................... 74
4.14.5 Sensor Life...........................................................................................................................74
Chapter 5 Calibration Procedure ................................................................................................76
5.1 Preparation ................................................................................................................................................76
5.2 Menu Settings for Calibration ....................................................................................................................77
5.2.1 Local Cal .............................................................................................................................. 77
5.3 Routine Calibration Procedure ...................................................................................................................78
5.4 Bump Test Procedure .................................................................................................................................79
Chapter 6 Maintenance Procedure.............................................................................................80
Chapter 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting................................................................................80
7.1 Standard Relays..........................................................................................................................................80
7.2 Discrete Relays ...........................................................................................................................................81
7.3 Programmable Relays ................................................................................................................................81
7.4 Analog Inputs .............................................................................................................................................82
7.4.1 View Inputs ......................................................................................................................... 82
7.4.2 Calibrate Board ................................................................................................................... 83
7.5 Analog Outputs ..........................................................................................................................................83
7.6 Piezo ...........................................................................................................................................................83
7.7 LEDs............................................................................................................................................................84
7.8 Serial Ports .................................................................................................................................................84

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7.9 I/O Board Configuration.............................................................................................................................85
Appendix 1 ViewSmart 1600+ Specifications .................................................................................87
7.9.1 DC Power Supply Requirements ......................................................................................... 87
7.9.2 Ambient Temperature Range ............................................................................................. 88
7.9.3 Humidity Range................................................................................................................... 88
7.9.4 Altitude................................................................................................................................ 88
7.9.5 Housings.............................................................................................................................. 88
7.9.6 Non-intrusive Magnetic Keypad ......................................................................................... 88
7.9.7 Approvals ............................................................................................................................ 88
Appendix 3 Modbus® Table and Operations..................................................................................89
Coils .........................................................................................................................................................................90
Discrete Inputs.........................................................................................................................................................90
Input Registers.........................................................................................................................................................93
Holding Registers.....................................................................................................................................................98
Standard Relay 1 ...................................................................................................................................................100
Standard Relay 2 ...................................................................................................................................................104
Standard Relay 3 ...................................................................................................................................................107
Discrete Relays ......................................................................................................................................................111
Horn/Piezo.............................................................................................................................................................111
Channel Configuration...........................................................................................................................................112
Programmable Relays ...........................................................................................................................................118
Appendix 4 Menu Navigation .....................................................................................................124
Appendix 5 Antenna Selection....................................................................................................125

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Antenna Transmission Range................................................................................................................................125
Antenna Selection and Location............................................................................................................................125
Water-proofing Antenna Connections ..................................................................................................................126
Dipole and Collinear Antennas ..............................................................................................................................126
Yagi Antennas........................................................................................................................................................127
Mounting Near other Antennas ............................................................................................................................127
Coax Cables ...........................................................................................................................................................127
Surge Protection and Grounding...........................................................................................................................128
Antenna Grounding...............................................................................................................................................128
Connections to other Equipment...........................................................................................................................129
Appendix 6 Ordering Information ...............................................................................................130
Main Assemblies....................................................................................................................................................130
Wireless Options and Accessories .........................................................................................................................131
Expansion Options.................................................................................................................................................131

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Table of Figures
Figure 1 Panel/Rack Mount Dimensions....................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2 NEMA 4X Wall Mount Fiberglass Enclosure.................................................................................... 4
Figure 3 Grounding Instructions for Non-metallic Enclosures...................................................................... 5
Figure 4 Optional 150W 24VDC Power Supply Dimensions ......................................................................... 7
Figure 5 Optional 600W 24VDC Power Supply Dimensions ......................................................................... 7
Figure 6 1600+ Main I/O Power Wiring Diagram.......................................................................................... 8
Figure 7 Common Relay Wiring ..................................................................................................................11
Figure 8 RS-485 Modbus® Wiring Diagram................................................................................................. 12
Figure 9 Modbus® TCP Direct Connection using a Crossover Cable........................................................... 13
Figure 10 Modbus® TCP Direct Connection using a Hub or Switch ............................................................13
Figure 11 Modbus® TCP Connection over a Local Area Network ...............................................................14
Figure 12 Modbus® TCP Connection over an Isolate Network................................................................... 15
Figure 13 Analog Input Option Wiring Diagram..........................................................................................17
Figure 14 Bridge Input Wiring Diagram ......................................................................................................18
Figure 15 Programmable Relay Option Wiring Diagram............................................................................. 21
Figure 16 Discrete Relay Option Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................... 23
Figure 17 Security Menu ............................................................................................................................. 24
Figure 18 System Menu .............................................................................................................................. 25
Figure 19 System Configuration Menu ....................................................................................................... 26
Figure 20 Zone Names System Menu ......................................................................................................... 27
Figure 21 Mimic Mode System Menu......................................................................................................... 28

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Figure 22 SD Card System Menu................................................................................................................. 29
Figure 23 View Event Log System Menu..................................................................................................... 30
Figure 24 Clear Event Log System Menu .................................................................................................... 31
Figure 25 View Sensor Life System Menu...................................................................................................31
Figure 26 Channel Configuration Menu...................................................................................................... 32
Figure 27 Channel Settings Alarm Menu .................................................................................................... 35
Figure 28 Fault Alarm Channel Config Menu .............................................................................................. 36
Figure 29 Standard Relay Configuration Menu...........................................................................................37
Figure 30 Horn/Piezo Relay Configuration Menu ....................................................................................... 38
Figure 31 Communication Settings Menus.................................................................................................40
Figure 33 Comm Settings Menu.................................................................................................................. 41
Figure 34 Communication Troubleshooting Menu.....................................................................................44
Figure 35 View Comm Failures Menu ......................................................................................................... 45
Figure 36 Channel Data From Menu...........................................................................................................46
Figure 37 Modbus® TCP Settings Menu...................................................................................................... 47
Figure 38 Dynamic IP Network Settings Menu ...........................................................................................48
Figure 39 Network Setting Menu................................................................................................................49
Figure 40 Analog Input Data From Menu ................................................................................................... 54
Figure 41 Webpage System Screen............................................................................................................. 60
Figure 42 Webpage Zone Screen ................................................................................................................ 61
Figure 43 Webpage Channel Screen ........................................................................................................... 62
Figure 44 Webpage Event Log ....................................................................................................................63
Figure 45 Webpage Alarm Outputs Menu..................................................................................................64

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Figure 46 Webpage Channel Configuration Menu ..................................................................................... 65
Figure 47 Webpage Copy Channels Menu..................................................................................................66
Figure 48 Webpage Programmable Relays Menu ......................................................................................67
Figure 49 Webpage System Configuration Menu....................................................................................... 68
Figure 50 Webpage Email Configuration Menu.......................................................................................... 69
Figure 51 Webpage Configuration Upload/Download Menu..................................................................... 70
Figure 52 ViewSmart 1600+ Data Display Screens .....................................................................................71
Figure 53 Error Indications.......................................................................................................................... 73
Figure 54 Marker Menu ..............................................................................................................................74
Figure 55 Sensor Life Transmission Diagram .............................................................................................. 75
Figure 56 Standard Relay Diagnostics Menu .............................................................................................. 81
Figure 57 Discrete Relay Diagnostics Menu................................................................................................ 81
Figure 58 Programmable Relay Diagnostics Menu.....................................................................................82
Figure 59 Analog Inputs Diagnostics Menu ................................................................................................ 82
Figure 60 Analog Output Diagnostics Menu............................................................................................... 83
Figure 61 Piezo Beep Test Menu.................................................................................................................84
Figure 62 LED Blink Test Menu ...................................................................................................................84
Figure 63 Serial Port Loop Back Test Menu ................................................................................................85
Figure 64 I/O Board Configuration Menu ................................................................................................... 86
Figure 65 Water-proofing Antenna Connections...................................................................................... 126

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Chapter 1
Safety Information
1.1 Safety Information – Read Before Installation and Applying Power
The following symbols are used in this manual to alert the user of important instrument operating issues:
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of dangerous voltage within the
instrument enclosure that may be sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
WARNINGS:
•WARNING- EXPLOSION HAZARD -DO NOT REPLACE FUSE UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN SWITCHED
OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.
•WARNING- EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN
SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.
•Shock Hazard - Disconnect or turn off power before servicing this instrument.
•Use a properly rated CERTIFIED AC power (mains) cable installed as per local or national codes
•A certified AC power (mains) disconnect or circuit breaker should be mounted near the controller
and installed following applicable local and national codes. If a switch is used instead of a circuit
breaker, a properly rate CERTIFIED fuse or current limiter is required to be installed as per local
or national codes. Markings for positions of the switch or breaker should state (I) for on and (O)
for off.
•Clean only with a damp cloth without solvents.
•Equipment not used as prescribed within this manual may impair overall safety.
1.2 Contacting RC Systems Inc.
To contact RC Systems Inc., call, fax, email or write:
409–986-9800 FAX [phone] Email: [email protected]om
8621 Hwy. 6 Hitchcock, TX 77563
Or visit us on the Web at www.rcsystemsco.com
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Chapter 2
General Description
The R. C. Systems, Inc. ViewSmart 1600+
Controller is designed to display and control
alarm events for up to 16 sensor data points. It
may also be set as an 8 channel controller for
applications needing fewer inputs. Three
programmable standard alarms with features
such as ON and OFF delays, Alarm Acknowledge,
along with dedicated horn and fault relays make
the ViewSmart 1600+ well suited for many multi-
point monitoring applications. Data may be input
to the ViewSmart 1600+ by optional analog inputs
or via the multiple communication ports. These
communication ports are programmable so the
controller can be configured with multiple Master
or Slave configurations. With a Modbus® RTU
slave RS-485 port configured, sending data to PCs,
PLCs, DCSs, or even other ViewSmart 1600+
Controllers is available. The Ethernet port allows
the unit to be a Modbus®TCP Master and Slave
and also provides access to the embedded
webpage. Options such as analog I/O and discrete
relays for each alarm are easily added to the
addressable I2C bus. Option boards have 8
channels and therefore require multiple boards
for 16 channel applications.
In addition to traditional analog and serial
methods of providing monitored values, the
ViewSmart 1600+ is also capable of sending and
receiving wireless data.
A color 320 x 240 pixel graphic LCD readout
displays monitored data as bar graphs, trends
and engineering units. System configuration is
through user friendly menus or via the internal
webpage that can be accessed through the
standard Ethernet connection. All configuration
data is retained in non-volatile memory during
power interruptions, and can also be backed up
and loaded using the SD card located on the
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Chapter 3
Installation Instructions
3.1 Mounting the Enclosure
3.1.1 Panel/Rack Mount Enclosure
The 19” Panel/Rack enclosure is supplied with hardware that allows mounting in either a full width 19”
rack style cabinet or it may be panel mounted in a rectangular cutout. Only two 8 channel I/O option PCB’s
such as analog input or discrete relays may be mounted directly to the back of the enclosure. Additional
8 channel I/O option PCB’s must be located external from the assembly on another mounting plate. A 3
foot length of I2C cable is also supplied for this purpose. Weight is approximately 7 pounds. Properly
ground the enclosure and follow national and local electrical codes.
RACK / PANEL MOUNT
(19" rack spreader plates &
panel not shown)
Figure 1 Panel/Rack Mount Dimensions
3.1.2 NEMA 4X Wall Mount Fiberglass Enclosure
The NEMA 4X wall mount fiberglass enclosure is suitable for mounting outdoors but an above
mounted weather deflector shield is recommended. Weight is approximately 17 pounds.
Important Conduit entries are not provided so installers may place entries as needed. Bottom or
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mounted inside the enclosure. Properly ground the enclosure and follow national and local
electrical codes.
Figure 2 NEMA 4X Wall Mount Fiberglass Enclosure

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Figure 3 Grounding Instructions for Non-metallic Enclosures
3.1.3 ViewSmart 1600+ Main I/O and Option Board Enclosure Capacities
•71P-01 Standard NEMA 4X Fiberglass Wall Mount
o2 Option Boards
oExpansion Plate adds up to 4 Option Boards
•71P-02 Standard 316 Stainless Steel Wall Mount
o2 Option Boards
oExpansion Plate adds up to 4 Option Boards
•71P-03 Cast Aluminum Wall Mount
o4 Option Boards
oExpansion Plate adds up to 3 Option Boards
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o4 Option Boards
oExpansion Plate adds up to 6 Option Boards
•71P-05 Half Width 19” Rack/Panel Mount
o1 Option Board
3.2 Power and Analog Outputs Wiring
WARNING: Qualified personnel should perform the installation according to applicable
electrical codes, regulations and safety standards. Ensure correct cabling and sealing fitting
practices are implemented. Do not aim the sensor pointing upward.
3.2.1 DC Power Supply
Standard ViewSmart 1600+ power requirements are 10-30VDC @ 12 watts applied to terminals 1 & 3(+)
and 5 & 7(-) of TB4 on the standard I/O Board. Optional features increase power consumption as described
below:
1. Discrete Relay Board option; add 3.5 watts per board (assumes all 8 relays are energized).
2. Programmable Relay Board option; add 3.5 watts per board (assumes all 8 relays are energized).
3. Analog Input Board option; add 1/2 watts per board plus transmitter power consumption.
4. 4-20mA Output Board option; add 2.5 watts per board.
5. Bridge Sensor Input Board option; add 3 watts max per board with four 10-0192 modules installed
(power consumption of the sensors not included).
6. Auxiliary Standard Relay Board option; add 2.5 watts.
7. Isolated Serial Expansion Board; add 1.5 watts.
8. TB4 terminals 2, 4, 6 & 8 of the standard I/O Board provide a maximum of 500mA fused output
power for powering of auxiliary external devices such as relays, lamps or transmitters. Power
consumed from these terminals should be considered when calculating system power
consumption.
3.2.2 AC Power Supply
Optional AC power supplies are available for applications requiring local AC power connections. When
installed at the factory, the 24VDC output will be wired to the Main I/O and to any connected optional I/O
boards.
3.2.2.1 Optional 150 Watt 110-240VAC – 24VDC Power Supply
The ViewSmart 1600+ Controller may be powered from 10-30VDC. However, many applications require
24VDC power for the monitors or transmitters providing inputs to the ViewSmart 1600+. A 150 watt AC /
DC power supply may be included for these applications (115VAC or 230 VAC selected via slide switch).
When ordered from the factory, it is pre-wired to provide 24VDC primary power for the ViewSmart 1600+
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Figure 4 Optional 150W 24VDC Power Supply Dimensions
3.2.2.2 Optional 600 Watt 110-240VAC – 24VDC Power Supply
The ViewSmart 1600+ Controller may be powered from 10-30VDC. However, many applications require
24VDC power for the monitors or transmitters providing inputs to the ViewSmart 1600+. A 600 watt AC /
DC power supply may be included for these applications (115VAC or 230VAC). When ordered from the
factory, it is pre-wired to provide 24VDC primary power for the ViewSmart 1600+ controller as well as any
transmitters or monitors that may be connected by the end user.
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3.2.3 CPU and Main I/O
Standard ViewSmart 1600+ power requirements are 10-30VDC @ 12 watts applied to terminals 1 & 3(+)
and 5 & 7(-) of TB4 on the standard I/O Board. Recommended cable size is 16AWG.
TB4 terminals 2, 4, 6 & 8 of the standard I/O Board provide a maximum of 500mA fused output power for
powering of auxiliary external devices such as relays, lamps or transmitters. Power consumed from these
terminals should be considered when calculating system power consumption. The CPU board is powered
via a ribbon cable connected to the Main I/O.
Ribbon Cable to CPU
Ethernet f or
Modbu s TCP
1 3 5 7
(+) (-)
10-30VDC
Figure 6 1600+ Main I/O Power Wiring Diagram
3.2.4 Option Board Power
Recommended cabling for 24VDC power supply to all option boards is 16AWG. Power must be supplied
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I/O Board (TB4 terminals 2, 4, 6 and 8), or directly from the optional 150 or 600Watt optional power
supply.
The two terminals (TB3 and TB4) are provided on each option board to allow for daisy changing of power
from one option board to the next without having to run individual sets of wires for every option board
back to the power supply.
3.3 Standard I/O Wiring
Recommended cabling for 24VDC power supply to all option boards is 16AWG. Power must be supplied
to each option board on TB3 or TB4, and can either be supplied from the DC out terminals on the Main
I/O Board (TB4 terminals 2, 4, 6 and 8), or directly from the optional 150 or 600Watt power supply.
Recommended cabling for RS-485 communications is 24-18AWG (shielded or unshielded) twisted pair.
Multiple devices may be connected on a single RS-485 loop using unique remote IDs. When connecting
devices in series, be sure that terminating resistors are removed from all but the final device on the
communication loop.
Option boards communicate to the CPU is through I2C connection from J3, or J4, back to the Main I/O I2C
ports (J1 or J2). Two ports are provided on each board to allow for daisy chaining of board back to the
single connector on the Main I/O.
3.3.1 Common Relays
The Common Relays are found on the Main I/O. There are 3 standard relays, a dedicated Horn Relay, and
a dedicated Fault relays. All relays are 5 Amp Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) relays, and are rated at 5
Amps for 28VDC and 250~VAC Resistive Loads.
IMPORTANT: Appropriate diode (DC loads) or MOV (AC loads) snubber devices must be
installed with inductive loads to prevent RFI noise spikes. Relay wiring should be kept separate
from low level signal wiring.
Terminals for the Common Relays are found on TB2. The upper row of terminals are for the 3 Standard
Relays, and the Horn and Fault Relay Terminals can be found on the right side of the bottom terminals.
Relay terminals are labeled NO for the Normally Open terminal, C for the Closed terminal and NC for the
Normally Closed Terminal. The NO and NC nomenclature comes from the normal state of the relay (de-
energized state). The Fault Relay (and standard relays when placed in Failsafe Mode) is normally in the
energized state, and becomes de-energized when the Fault (alarm) condition is reached.
Only two wires are needed for wiring of relays. A typical wiring would have power wired to the C terminal,
and the NO and C terminals wired to the alarm device. Under normal operations the circuit between the
two terminals is open. When the alarm state is reached, the NO contact closes, and completes the circuit,
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When a Standard Relay is configured for Failsafe Mode (or the Fault Relay), the alarm condition is used to
de-energize a device such as a Green Steady Light (all clear). In this case, the light is wired to the C and NO
terminals, and Power is wired to the C terminal just as described previously. However, since the relay is
in Failsafe mode, the circuit is complete, and the device is powered. When the alarm (fault) state is
reached, the relay de-energizes, and the light turns off. This is very useful for indicating a loss of power to
the ViewSmart 1600+.
When powering multiple devices with the same voltage requirements, placing wires across the C terminals
of the relays with common load requirements can simplify wiring.