Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) CONTENTS Contents Compliance Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Installation Introduction Technical Support Return Material Authorization (RMA) Warranty Service Advanced Replacements Overview Installation Before You Begin Placement Network Connections Testing Troubleshooting Specifications Electrical Operating Environment Index Glossary Kentec Electronics Ltd UL Version 1.05 | May 2019 | MAN-1436KE...
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Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) INTRODUCTION Technical Support For technical support, contact Kentec Electronics, Ltd at +44 (0)1322 222121 or techsupport@kentec.co.uk. Prior to contacting technical support, have the following information available: Product part number Purchase order or order number...
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) Questor, Dartford Kent. DA1 1JQ United Kingdom Warranty Service Technical Support can replace or repair a defective product when the original purchase is within the warranty period defined in the sales contract. Check your contract for more information, or contact your sales representative about your specific warranty period.
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) OVERVIEW The Taktis Network Module (S723) provides supervised, enhanced high-speed communication for networking up to a maximum of 127 fire control panels. The network provided by this module can support combinations of Taktis Fire Alarm Control Panels and Taktis Vision Annunciators.
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) INSTALLATION This section explains the installation procedure for the Taktis Network Module (S723). Notify the monitoring center and location security that the Taktis Fire Alarm Control Panel will be temporarily out of service. Remove the module from its packaging and check its contents.
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) Install this product in accordance with NFPA 72, the National Electrical Code, and all local codes. WARNING! The module must be installed by personnel familiar with electronic components. Electronic components within the module are vulnerable to damage from electrostatic discharge. Ground straps must be worn by installers before handling to prevent electrostatic discharge damage.
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) 3. Secure the Network Module to the LCD Main Processor Board with supplied hardware . 4. Reconnect the battery and restore AC power. Network Connections Provide network connections to NETWORK IN and NETWORK OUT terminals of the Taktis Fire Alarm Control Panel's Main Back Board after installing the Network Module.
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Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) Because network connections are supervised, if a network module is installed and there are no other devices on the network, the IN and OUT network terminals must be connected together to prevent an OPEN CIRCUIT TROUBLE indication. Bridge networking is supported for FireNET and FireNET Plus panels. Advanced features are not available when using bridge networking.
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) Field wiring must be connected in order for the Network Module to operate properly. A singular panel installation must be wired as shown. Testing LED indicators provide diagnostic information to identify communication. LED Label Name...
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Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) LED Label Name Color Description LED 5 Unused Green Unused LED 6 Unused Green Unused LED 7 Unused Yellow Unused LED 8 Comms for SPI Bus Green Communication present when flashing LED9 Full Duplex Yellow Full duplex (on) half duplex (off)
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) TROUBLESHOOTING The following network-related troubles can occur on the Taktis Fire Alarm Control Panel. See the detailed descriptions below for explanations on each trouble message. Trouble Message Description This event indicates there is no communication between this panel and its neighbor.
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides specifications for the Network Module. Electrical Protocol RS-485 Taktis Network Vision Annunciator: 21 - 30V DC Supply Voltage Range Taktis Fire Alarm Control Panel: 24V DC Operating Environment Dry indoor use only. Temperature Range...
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) INDEX 24V 14 Class A 3 Class X 6, 9 Heartbeat 11 LCD Main Processor Board 7 Network 6-7, 13-14 Terminals 9 Trouble 6, 10 Kentec Electronics Ltd UL Version 1.05 | May 2019 | MAN-1436KE...
Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) GLOSSARY Authority Having Jurisdiction. The government body, organization, office, or individual hav- ing the power to enforce and/or interpret laws, codes, and rules. Ancillary Device A device connected to a fire alarm system not required by the fire alarm standard, but may be required by other standards, e.g.
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Taktis Network Module Information Guide (723) End-Of-Line Device (EOL) An electronic component physically installed as the furthest device from the control panel; whose presence on the circuit is used to monitor the integrity of the circuit. Loop Explorer 2 Windows-based configuration software for the Fire Alarm Control Panel Notification Appliance Circuit.
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