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Tek-CARE160

Audio-Visual Nurse Call Signaling System

Installation and Operation Manual

Tek-CARE160 Wireless Nurse Call Installation Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction and Overview 4

Product Overview 5

Installation 8

Types of Installation 8

The NC160 Central Equipment Module 11

Wiring Installation 16

Connect Stations 19

LI122UN LED Color Configuration 21

Connect NC415G3/NC404TS Master Stations 26

Connect Data Bus Wiring 28

Connect Audio Bus Wiring 28

Connect Master Bus Wiring 28

Networking Multiple NC160 CE Modules 28

Configuration Setup 30

Connect the LS450 ConfigTool Programming Software 30

Configure an Autodetect Configuration 31

Configure a Custom System 37

Audio Adjustments 41

Using the Tek-CARE160 System 43

Placing and Resetting Calls 43

Introduction and Overview

Introduction

Welcome to the installation manual for the Tek-CARE160 Nurse Call System. This system

is designed to be low cost, easy to install, and extremely reliable. This manual will walk you

through the installation and configuration process, and will cover system operation as well as

common troubleshooting steps.

If you have questions at any point during the installation process, contact our Technical Sup-

port Department by email at [email protected] or by phone at 800.327.8466 or

828.524.9967. Choose Option 3 for Technical Support.

Overview

The Tek-CARE160 system is a versatile system that can satisfy the needs of a wide range of

facilities. At its core, the Tek-CARE160 system is a four-wire nurse call system designed for

easy installation and years of trouble-free operation. The system is available with a variety of

call stations such as two-button pull-cord stations, 1/4" jack call cord stations, duty stations,

dome lights, and more.

In addition to these items, the Tek-CARE160 system can be easily integrated with existing

TekTone nurse call systems, nurse call systems manufactured by other companies, as well as

a wide variety of building systems such as fire alarm systems, security and access control

systems, and much more.

The Tek-CARE160 system may be used as either a standalone nurse call system using

NC415G3/NC404TS Master Stations, or it may be connected to other TekTone nurse call

systems, such as the Tek-CARE400 family, Tek-CARE570, or Tek-CARE750 over the Tek-

CARE Network. With the addition of the LS601 Tek-ALERT Integration Manager, the Tek-

CARE160 system is capable of communicating with many other types of building systems,

such as fire alarm and security systems. The LS601 Tek-ALERT Integration Manager also

allows the system to display and log various events from older analog TekTone nurse call

systems such as the Tek-CARE NC110, NC150, NC200, and 300/III systems.

Product Overview

NC160 Central Equipment Module: The Tek-CARE160 system's main

component is the NC160 Central Equipment (CE) Module. The CE module

is designed to be stackable or rack mountable. The NC160 CE Module can

operate as a standalone system, or as a module on a larger, integrated Tek-

CARE nurse call system. The NC160 CE Module provides connections for

64 room controllers, and six NC415G3 or ten NC404TS Master Stations.

Multiple CE modules may be networked together to create a larger system.

NC415G3 Master Station: The NC415G3 Master Station is a touchscreen

master station that is used to interact with the Tek-CARE160 system. The

NC415G3 Master Station displays calls from the Tek-CARE160 system and

provides limited programming and configuration ability for the Tek-

CARE160 system. The NC415G3 uses a five-inch LCD touchscreen to

provide audible and visual annunciation of system calls. The NC415G3

may be mounted using the IH415D desk stand or wall-mounted using the

IH415W wall-mount bracket.

NC404TS Master Station: The NC404TS Master Station is a touchscreen

master station that is used to interact with the Tek-CARE160 system. The

NC404TS Master Station can display maps and calls from the Tek-

CARE160 system and provides programming and configuration ability for

the Tek-CARE160 system. The NC404TS uses a 22-inch LCD touchscreen

to provide audible and visual annunciation of system calls. The NC404TS

may be mounted using the CL231 bracket.

LI122UN Room Controller: The LI122UN Room Controller provides con-

nections for six Tek-CARE160 stations and one connection for the Tek-

CARE160 data bus. In most instances, the room controller is installed out-

side a room in the same position as a traditional dome light. The two-con-

ductor cable is used to connect Tek-CARE160 stations to the LI122UN

Room Controllers. The rear of the room controller contains a 14-pin header.

Pins 1-12 are used in pairs for station connections, and pins 13 and 14 are

used to connect the room controller to the Tek-CARE160 data bus. The

LI122UN annunciates high priority calls with red or blue LEDs and low pri-

ority calls with white LEDs. The LEDcolors can be changed on the room

controller.

NOTE: A slot is provided at the seam between the

dome light plastic base and lens faceplate to aid in

separating the two parts whenever the need arises.

Place a flat-head screwdriver or similar tool into the

slot to lift off the faceplate.

PM120 Room Controller: The PM120 Room Controller provides con-

nection points for Tek-CARE160 stations without the dome light LEDs

found on the LI122UN Room Controllers. The PM120 is designed to be

installed out of sight.

Introduction and Overview

IR160 Audio Station: The IR160 Audio Station provides a speaker and

microphone for two-way communication between facility staff and res-

idents. The IR160 requires a connection to the LI122UN Room Controller

(using one point) and a connection to the Tek-CARE160 Audio Bus cable.

The IR160 Audio Station can be installed as a standalone speaker, but is

most commonly installed with an SF121 or an SF123 series station in an

IH122K dual gang housing. The IR160 shown to the left is shown with a

SF121 Patient Station.

SF121 and SF122 Patient Stations: The SF121 Patient Station is designed

to provide a single 1/4" jack for standard call cords. The SF121 mounts

near a resident’s bed or chair, and enables calls to be placed using push-

button call cords, geriatric call cords, pneumatic call cords, and more. The

SF121 is equipped with an illuminated reset button. The SF122 Patient Sta-

tion is a dual-jack version of the SF121.

SF123 Customizable 2-Button Pull-Cord Station: The SF123 station is

used to place a variety of calls on the Tek-CARE160 system. The SF123

uses interchangeable inserts depending on the desired function of the sta-

tion. The SF123 is most commonly used as an Emergency station, but can

be easily configured for Bath, Code Blue, and Emergency 2 calls. Custom

call types may also be created, and custom call type inserts can be gen-

erated using the LS450 ConfigTool software. The SF123 can also be used

as a room-level reset button and a check-in station. Use the RP187K Gasket

Kit for mounting in wet environments.

SF125 Duty Station: The SF125 is a duty station used to alert staff to

pending Tek-CARE160 system calls. The duty station is installed in areas

where call annunciation is needed, but the full functionality of a master sta-

tion is not. Four LEDs communicate the type of active call, and an audible

tone alerts staff members when calls are placed. The SF125 duty station

uses two points on the LI122UN Room Controller or PM120 Room Con-

troller.

PM123 Auxiliary Input Module: The PM123 is a module used to monitor

normally open dry contacts such as door switches, emergency pushbuttons,

and alarm contact outputs. The PM123 is designed to be installed out of

sight. Up to two individual contacts can be monitored with a single PM123.

The PM123 may also be used as an auxiliary check-in device. Normally

open contacts such as door switches, motion detectors, or pressure pads

may be used with the PM123 to satisfy a resident check-in requirement on

the system.

CT160 Cable Adapter (CT160K pictured - CT160 with housing): The

CT160 is designed to adapt a connection from a two-wire flying lead to an

8P8C connector. The CT160 may be connected to LI122UN and PM120

Room Controllers or can be ordered as the CT160K which includes hous-

ing.

SF126DC Dry Contact Output Module: The Normally Open (N.O.) Dry

Contact Output Module provides a two-pin header for a relay/device con-

nection and another for the station connection. Upon initiation it will

provide one of four programmable output behaviors; from the master sta-

tion, either a 5-second on or a toggle on/off output, or at the station, a local

or zone output. The SF126DC can be mounted individually or with another

SF120 peripheral, depending on the application.

Introduction and Overview

Installation

Installation for the Tek-CARE160 system is designed to be very straightforward. The data bus is designed

to operate on unshielded 18/2 AWG twisted cable or on CAT5e or better cabling. The audio bus is designed

to operate on CAT5e or better cabling.

When making wiring connections, use quality crimp connectors such as Dolphin®Super B®connectors.

Do not use wire nuts. Adequately protect all splices using junction boxes.

Installation Workflow:

oInstall all NC160 CEModules.

oInstall the backup batteries.

oRun data and audio bus wiring through the facility.

oInstall and address LI122UN/PM120 Room Controllers.

oConnect the audio bus to IR160 stations.

oRun master bus wiring and make 8P8C terminations.

oCheck data bus for shorts and connect master and data bus wiring to the NC160 CEModule.

oPower on the NC160 CEModule.

oCreate a configuration using the LS450 ConfigTool software.

oTest the Tek-CARE160 system.

oBack up the configuration and turn the system over to the facility.

Types of Installation

There are two types of installations available for the Tek-CARE160 system, a One-to-One installation and a Cus-

tom installation.

One-to-One

A one-to-one installation strategy involves installing a single LI122UN Room Controller outside of each

room in the facility and using the points on that room controller to connect to stations installed in that

room.

In this installation strategy, stations are normally wired to their default points on the room controller. The

room controller will then annunciate calls from its attached stations only.

Custom

In a custom installation, each point on a room controller can be reassigned to a unique Station ID. This

enables the room controller to drive stations installed in different rooms. A custom installation strategy also

enables a single room controller to drive multiple patient stations in a single area, such as a ward.

NOTE: Custom installations require training and a ConfigTool Plus or ConfigTool Elite

license.

Installation Concerns

When installing the Tek-CARE160 system, organization is key. As you install the system, note the DIP

switch address of each room controller, the physical location of the room controller, and which stations are

connected to the room controller on each point.

Keeping detailed records throughout the installation process will greatly simplify system programming and

setup. A programming worksheet is included at the end of this manual.

Below is an example of a completed programming worksheet.

Power Considerations

In order to stay within the power limits of the NC160 CEModule and ensure reliable system performance,

the Tek-CARE160 Power Calculator will calculate the master load for the module. The calculate may be

downloaded at:

http://www.tektone.com/pdf_files/GEN2_master_station_load_value_calculator.xlsx

Installation

Figure 1 - NC160 CEModuleConnections

The NC160 Central Equipment Module

The NC160 Central Equipment Module contains all necessary connections for the Tek-CARE160 hardware

as well as the backup batteries for the system. The NC160 CEModule is designed to be mounted in a stand-

ard 19" server rack using included CL120RM brackets. Modules may also be desk-mounted and stacked.

The NC160 CEModule requires 120VAC or 240VAC power, and must be connected to a generator-backed

circuit intended for life safety equipment.

If the NC160 CEModule is not mounted in a server rack, allow adequate air space around the front, sides,

and back of the unit. At least 6" of airspace must be maintained for the unit to operate reliably. Refer to Fig-

ure 1 on page 10 for NC160 CE port descriptions.

On the front of the NC160 CEModule, you will find a bank of DIP switches. These DIP switches are used

to configure various options on the CE module and to provide an address for the CE module.

The two-position DIP switch indicated by the STA/LOC is for future use, and both DIP switches should be

turned OFF. If either switch is turned on when the module boots up, the NC160 CEModule will return an

LED error code 30 (PORT_MODE_NOT_SUPPORTED). The yellow and red LEDs will be lit, and the

green LED will flash a two-digit code.

The small bank of 4 DIP switches on the left is used for the following functions. Note that the down pos-

ition of the switch is on. Normal settings are indicated in parenthesis.

Figure 2 - Module DIP Switch Addressing

Installation

Switch 1 – Redefault the database. (Off/Up)

Switch 2 – Silence the audio alarm buzzer. (On/Down)

Switch 3 – Redefault network subnet assignment to 192.168.1. (Off/Up)

Switch 4 – Factory and troubleshooting use only. (Off/Up)

The second bank of 8 DIP switches is used to set the address of the NC160 CEModule.

Switch 1 – Switch 7 – Used to select the CE module’s address. Valid addresses are 1-75. Note that though

there are 75 available DIP switch addresses, no more than 20 modules may be installed on a single Tek-

CARE system. Switch 1- Switch 7 utilize standard binary addressing, with Switch 1 being 1 and Switch 7

being 64.

Switch 8 – Factory Use Only. (Leave turned Off/Up)

Install Backup Batteries

Before proceeding with system setup, install the backup batteries in the module. Open the two-battery com-

partment covers on the top of the module.

Locate the red (positive) and black (negative) wires with female spade connectors under each door. Move

the wires out of the way and place the batteries in the holders and connect the spade terminals to the bat-

teries as shown below.

Connect the red leads to the positive terminal of each battery and the black leads to the negative terminal of

each battery.

Figure 3 - Battery Connections

The Tek-CARE160 Data Bus

The Tek-CARE160 data bus is a two-wire serial communications bus. There are four ports on the front of

the module, each capable of driving up to 1,000 feet of data bus and up to 16 LI122UN Room Controllers.

There are four 8P8C jacks on the front of the module. The two on the right are for NC415G3/NC404TS

Master Stations, and two on the left for Tek-CARE Network connectivity. Each module supports up to six

master stations, three per port.

To begin installing the NC160 CEModule, mount the module either on a server rack or on a shelf. Plug in

the supplied AC power cord, and turn the unit on. You are now ready to begin connecting field wiring to

the module.

Tek-CARE160 Installation Considerations

Note that the audio bus on the Tek-CARE160 system is analog, and thus, only supports one concurrent

audio connection per port.

For example, if a facility has IR160 stations in rooms 100-110 connected to Port 0 and rooms 111-160 con-

nected to port 1, one NC415G3/NC404TS Master Station could connect audio to room 100 and another

NC415G3/NC404TS Master Station could connect audio to room 111. If a master station attempts to con-

nect to an audio bus that is already in use, the connection will fail.

When installing cabling, be sure to keep the audio bus and the data bus for each port together. Remember

that the IR160 requires a connection to the room controller and the audio bus. If the IR160 is connected to a

room controller that uses Data Bus Port 0, but the audio bus for that IR160 connects to Port 1, the audio

connection will not function.

Figure 4 - Audio Bus and Controller Connections

Installation

Figure 5 - Typical Room with One IR160 Audio Station

Figure 8: Typical Room with one IR160 Audio Sta-

tion

Audio Connection Considerations

The most common scenario for installing the Tek-CARE system is to have a single IR160 Audio Station

associated with a single room controller, and thus, a single Station ID.

Up to four IR160 Audio Stations may be associated with a single Station ID; however, all IR160s asso-

ciated with a Station ID will open their audio connections simultaneously.

Example 1

In the example shown in Figure 5 on page 14, a single LI122UN room controller is installed outside of the

room. An SF122 is connected to Point 1, an SF123 is connected to Point 4 (creating a Bath call) and an

IR160 is connected to Point 6. Note that the audio cable never connects to the room controller.

In this example, all three stations are associated with a single Station ID, meaning that any call from this

Station ID (SF122 or SF123) is answered at the master station, the audio channel opens.

Example 2

The example shown in Figure 6 on page 17 illustrates a slightly different wiring scheme utilizing the same

room layout. In this example, everything is the same as before except there is an additional IR160 installed

in the bathroom. Again, in this scenario, all four stations are connected to a single room controller, and asso-

ciated with a single Station ID.

In this scenario, a call from either the SF122 Patient Station or the SF123 Bath Station will open audio to

both IR160 stations. This scenario requires that the system be manually configured to expect an IR160 con-

nected to Point 5.

Example 3

If unique audio in each location is desired, a Plus or Elite license is required for the LS450 ConfigTool Soft-

ware. This enables the points of one controller to be assigned to different Station IDs.

Returning to Figure 6 on page 17, if the facility requires unique audio connections at both the bed and the

bath areas, simply assign Points 1 and 6 of the room controller to a Station ID (e.g., RM 100) and the other

two points to a different Station ID (e.g., 100 BATH).

Once the points have been reassigned, answering calls or dialing each Station ID will only open audio at

the IR160 that is associated with that Station ID.

Installation

Wiring Installation

Tek-CARE160 Data Bus Wiring

The main wiring for the Tek-CARE160 system consists of a two-wire communications data bus. The data

bus ports on the front of the NC160 CEModule are capable of supporting 16 room controllers each, for a

total of 64 controllers per module. Note that each port is capable of driving up to 1,000' of cable for the

data bus. TekTone recommends 18/2 stranded cable for the data bus, but other types of wiring are accept-

able. See the table below for details.

NOTE: If 22 AWG cable is used, the data bus runs can be extended by twisting conductors

together at each splice. For example, 22/4 cable used for data bus wiring could have two con-

ductors twisted together for the positive leg of the data bus and two conductors twisted

together for the negative leg.

16 Controllers

Max

12 Controllers

Max

8 Controllers

Max

8 Controllers

Max

18 AWG Cable 1000' 1000' 1000' 1000'

20 AWG Cable 625' 800' 1000' 1000'

22 AWGCable 350' 525' 750' 1000'

2 x 22 AWG Cable 775' 1000' 1000' 1000'

CAT5e with CT160 1000' 1000' 1000' 1000'

CAT5e Cabling Option

The CT160 is convenient for wiring from a module to room controllers. From the NC160CE, connect the

CT160 two-wire pigtail to the data bus on the port. Refer to Figure 1 on page 10. CT160 can either be

installed as a standalone with the mounting hardware (CT160K), or it can be snapped into the back of

LI122UN dome lights and/or PM120 controller modules. Once installed, run or reuse CAT5e or better

cable plugged into the CT160 and out to each dome or module. Refer to Figure 7 on page 19 to note the

positive and negative connections. Test CAT5e connections and meter cables for shorts and incorrect wir-

ing to avoid issues later.

Figure 6 - Typical Room with two IR160 Audio Stations

Installation

Run wiring from room controller to room controller and connect the room controllers to the data bus in par-

allel using T-taps. Connect the positive wire in the data bus cable to the solid white wire (pin 13) on the

back of the room controller, and connect the negative wire from the data bus to the black wire (pin 14) on

the room controller.

NOTE: If using CAT5e cable, make sure to use the appropriate terminators and 8P8C con-

nectors.

Tek-CARE160 Audio Bus Wiring

The audio bus for the Tek-CARE160 system is designed to operate on CAT5e or better cable.

Maximum audio bus cabling distance, including drops to IR160 Audio Stations, must not exceed 1,000' on

each available port. Each IR160 station must be connected to the audio bus.

TekTone recommends pairing up an audio bus cable and data bus cable. For example, the data bus cable

from port 0A should be paired with the audio bus cable from port 0A. These cables should be pulled

together. Do not use a 4-conductor cable to combine the audio and data bus. This will produce

extreme audio interference and drastically impact audio quality.

IMPORTANT: Use care when running audio bus cable. If possible, avoid running the audio

bus cable near high voltage electrical cables. Also, try to neatly install the audio cable, avoid-

ing intertwining it with the data bus cabling.

An IR160 Audio Station will open an audio connection when a call placed by any SF121, SF122, SF123, or

PM123 assigned to the same Station ID as the IR160 is answered at a master station.

If a Station ID is dialed from the master station, an audio connection will be opened on all IR160s asso-

ciated with that Station ID.

Addressing Room Controllers and Default Behavior

The Tek-CARE160 system is designed to be simple to install. As such, the room controllers are designed so

that a basic system can be brought online with minimal programming.

Each room controller must be addressed to communicate on the data bus using the five position DIP switch

found on the back of the room controller. Available addresses are 0-31.

When assigning addresses to the room controllers, keep in mind which port the room controller is con-

nected to. For purposes of addressing, the two left data bus ports (0A and 0B) and two right data bus ports

(ports 1A and 1B) are tied together. This means that addresses for room controllers connected to port 0A

and port 0B must be unique, but port 0A and port 1A may have addresses duplicated between them.

Keep detailed notes of the physical addresses and locations of room controllers installed in the facility

using the worksheet in the back of this manual. Without adequate installation notes, system configuration

will be extremely time consuming.

NOTE: No terminating jumper or resistor is required on the data bus. If necessary, the data

bus may also be installed using a star topology. Do not exceed 1,000 feet of cable on any

one data bus run.

The address assigned to the room controller also influences the default behavior of the room controller. If a

controller is addressed as 0-29, the system assumes that the controller will be installed in a single bed con-

figuration. This is useful for simple one-to-one installations. Room controllers addressed as 30-31 are

defaulted to duty station behavior. These default behaviors are modified during configuration setup if

needed.

Connect Stations

Up to six stations may be connected to each room controller using the header on the back of the room con-

troller. The leads on the header are paired together to form a point on the room controller. This means that

each header has six points to connect stations to, and one point for data bus connections.

With the wire leads on the connector pointing down, Point 1 is on the left. The illustration below shows the

six available points on the header. The point connections are arranged +-, +-, etc., with each group of +-

connections making up one point.

Points Table

Figure 7 - Single Patient Station Default Room

Installation

Figure 8 - Double Patient Station Default Room

Figure 9 - Duty Station Default Room Controller Points (Address 30-31)

Tek-CARE160 Station Wiring

When installing wiring to stations, use 22-18 AWG cable. Do not exceed 100 feet of cabling for SF121,

SF122, and SF123 stations. For SF125 stations, do not exceed 50 feet of cabling. Only one station may be

connected to each point. Do not splice multiple stations together on the same point wiring.

One-to-One Installations

In most installations, one room controller will be used as a connection point for all of the station in the asso-

ciated room. This provides the simplest software configuration option, but other installation strategies are

available.

In a one-to-one installation, connect the stations to the room controller according to the Points Table on

page 19.

Figure 10

FigFigure

ure 9: SF123

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