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  • Page 1 Agri-Alert 128 Touch Models: ALERT SYSTEM 890–00584 Installation and Configuration Manual 895–00677 Version 00 BRAND OF 895–00677...
  • Page 2 All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1 General Overview ........................7 ..............................7 System Overview ........................7 What to Look for When you Receive Your System ................8 Terms of Use..........................8 Telecommunication Information ....................9 General Safety Precautions and Usage ..................12 Chapter 2 Getting Started ........................15 Special Tools Needed for Installation...................15 Guidelines on the Ideal Location for Installation................15 Correctly Supporting and Routing Cables ..................16...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Configuring and Monitoring Ethernet Data ...................40 Configuring Phone Settings for the Call Out Sequence ..............41 Configuring Programmable Outputs ....................41 Configuring Remote Listening.....................42 Configuring Technical Phone Line Settings ..................42 Recording the System Name ......................42 Setting the System Trouble Recognition and Recovery Times ............43 Viewing and Resetting Output Circuits..................43 Chapter 7 Zone Configuration........................45...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Selecting a Partition........................67 Selecting a Module ........................68 Selecting an Input........................68 Selecting a Zone Type .......................68 Setting the Alert Recognition Time ....................69 Setting the Alert Recovery Time....................69 Resetting the Daily Minimum and Maximum.................70 Selecting the Unit of Measure.....................70 Entering the Minimum and Maximum Values for an Input ..............70 Activating a device in the Event of an Alert or Trouble ..............71 Receiving a Phone Call When an Alert is Active ................71...
  • Page 6 Appendix D Technical Specifications......................103 Appendix E Replacement Fuse Specifications..................105 Appendix F Wiring Diagram with Terminals ....................107 Appendix G Safety Characteristics and Certification................. 111 Index ............................. 113 GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty..................119 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 General Overview

    ▪ What to Look for When you Receive Your System ▪ Terms of Use ▪ Telecommunication Information ▪ General Safety Precautions and Usage Manufacturer GSI Electronics 5200 Armand Frappier Saint-Hubert, Qc Canada J3Z 1G5 Warranty is void if this product is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer.

  • Page 8: What To Look For When You Receive Your System

    3. Complete and include the Service Form located at the back of this manual. Contact information If you experience trouble with your system, or to get repair or warranty information, please contact GSI Electronics Inc. at 1-877-926-2777 or by e-mail at mtl_techsupport@gsiag.com.

  • Page 9: Telecommunication Information

    Chapter 1: General Overview General safety usage Follow the guidelines given below for safe usage of the product: • Installation must only be performed by qualified service personnel • Comply with local and national safety codes • Repairs must only be performed by qualified service personnel •...
  • Page 10 If trouble is experienced with this equipment (phone card, model : PCB402 (300-00319)), for repair or war- ranty information, please contact GSI Electronics Inc. at 1-877-926-2777 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: General Overview Do not use the phone card model PCB402 (300-00319) with any products other than GSI Electronics Inc. products. WARNING Automatic Dialers Proceed as follows when programming emergency numbers and making test calls to emergency numbers: • Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher.

  • Page 12: General Safety Precautions And Usage

    Chapter 1: General Overview In order for "alarm dialing equipment" to be able to seize the phone line to report an alarm or other event when other customer equipment (telephone, answering system, CAUTION computer modem, etc.) connected to the same line is in use, "alarm dialing equipment"...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: General Overview Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when you remove and replace components. Ensure that the chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to safely ground unwanted ESD voltages.
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  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Getting Started Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Special Tools Needed for Installation ▪ Guidelines on the Ideal Location for Installation ▪ Correctly Supporting and Routing Cables ▪ Grounding the System Special Tools Needed for Installation The following tools are needed for the installation of your system: •...

  • Page 16: Correctly Supporting And Routing Cables

    Chapter 2: Getting Started • 305 mm (12 inches) between any module and a breaker box to avoid electromagnetic interference. • 610 mm (24 inches) between any module and a variable frequency drive to avoid electromagnetic interference. Figure 2-1 Required minimum clearance around the system modules 610 mm (24 inches) 305 mm (12 inches)
  • Page 17 Chapter 2: Getting Started Do not install rigid conduits. Only nylon cable glands are permitted for cable or wire fastening. WARNING Always use watertight compression glands to seal cable entries into the controller. Do not use metallic cable-holders. WARNING Use watertight compression cable glands rated IP51 for each cable used. WARNING Use silicone to seal the cable gland rated IP51 if more than one cable is use in the same cable gland.

  • Page 18: Grounding The System

    Chapter 2: Getting Started Grounding the System A correctly grounded system protects your equipment from electrical surges and spikes. Each module must have its own ground connection from a common junction box. Do not run the earth ground cable between the modules. CAUTION The ground resistance levels must comply with local and national electrical codes.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2: Getting Started Table 2-1 Grounding rod specifications Item Description Material Metallic, normally steel core. Rod surface The surface must be clean. It cannot be coated with paint, varnish or any non-conducting substance. Minimum diameter 16 mm (5/8 inches) Minimum length 2440 mm (8 feet) Cable Specifications for Grounding...
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  • Page 21: Chapter 3 Basic Connections

    Basic Connections Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Preparing the Enclosures for Installation ▪ Relay Output Specifications ▪ Phone Line Connection Possibilities ▪ Mounting the Enclosures ▪ Installing and Connecting the Battery in the Battery Enclosure ▪ Connecting the Siren ▪...

  • Page 22: Relay Output Specifications

    Chapter 3: Basic Connections 7. Fasten the two metal brackets on the mounting holes located behind the main enclosure using four screws. 8. Using the specifications given below as a guide, drill holes into the area where the enclosures will be mounted.

  • Page 23: Phone Line Connection Possibilities

    Chapter 3: Basic Connections Phone Line Connection Possibilities The system uses the telephone line to reach you when an alert is set off. There are two types of phone line connections depending on your needs. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26AWG or larger telecommunication line cord CAUTION Supply the AA-128 Touch under 120Vac to use the phone card circuit CAUTION...
  • Page 24 Chapter 3: Basic Connections Figure 3-1 Example of a phone line hookup without line seizure RJ1 1 PLUG – HOOK ON T OP SURGE PROTECT OR RING (GREEN) (RED) RING (RED or BLACK) RJ1 1 WALL J ACK PHONE LINE TIP (GREEN or YELLOW) AGRI-ALERT RJ1 1...

  • Page 25: Mounting The Enclosures

    Chapter 3: Basic Connections Figure 3-2 Example of a phone line seizure hookup RJ31 PLUG – HOOK ON T OP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (GREY or BLACK) (BROWN or YELLOW) (RED) (GREEN)

  • Page 26: Installing And Connecting The Battery In The Battery Enclosure

    Chapter 3: Basic Connections NOTE: Leave a clearance of at least 16 inches at the top of the enclosures to allow the cover to be removed for maintenance. 6. Ensure the ventilation openings on the sides of the enclosures are not obstructed. Installing and Connecting the Battery in the Battery Enclosure 1.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Battery To The Main Enclosure

    Before You Begin IMPORTANT: The Agri-Alert 128 Touch may not power up when you plug the Battery supply the first time without AC supply. NOTE: Finish your installation before connecting the battery to the battery enclosure.

  • Page 28: Connecting The Battery Temperature Sensor

    Do not use a different battery than the one supplied with your system. See the appendices for specifications. NOTICE Do not use another kind of battery than the lead-acid batteries recommended by GSI Electronics Inc. Although different technologies of lead-acid batteries are available WARNING on the market, the use of other technologies can cause the controller to malfunction, increase the risk of explosion, and increase the risk of fire.

  • Page 29: Connecting An External Microphone

    Chapter 3: Basic Connections NOTE: Each COM terminal is used by two zones. For example, Z1 and Z2 use the same COM. IMPORTANT: Make sure each sensor is connected to the proper COM. False alarms can result if the wires are not properly connected. After You Finish See Low Voltage Cable Specifications and Wiring Diagram with Terminals for additional information on sensors.
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  • Page 31: Chapter 4 Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Acknowledging an Alert On-site or on the Phone ▪ Arming and Disarming Intruder Zones ▪ Bypassing a Zone ▪ Deleting Groups of Information ▪ Filtering Zones on the Main Page ▪ Logging In ▪...

  • Page 32: Bypassing A Zone

    Chapter 4: Basic Operations Bypassing a Zone Bypassing a zone allows you to keep the zone enabled, but not monitored by the system for a period of time. The zone keeps its configuration, but no alerts are set off by the system for bypassed zones. 1.

  • Page 33: Selecting The Language Displayed On The User Interface

    Chapter 4: Basic Operations NOTE: After 10 minutes of inactivity on the touchscreen, you are automatically logged off and must log in again to modify certain parameters. Selecting the Language Displayed on the User Interface Selecting the proper language allows you to navigate with confidence through the user interface. 1.
  • Page 34 Chapter 4: Basic Operations NOTE: When a reading is not normal, the box is highlighted in red or orange when a trouble is present. 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...

  • Page 35: Chapter 5 Information Creation And Management

    Information Creation and Management Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Access Levels ▪ Assigning a Contact an Access Level ▪ Creating and Managing Contacts ▪ Creating and Managing Contact Groups ▪ Creating and Managing Partitions ▪ Creating and Managing Temperature Curves ▪...

  • Page 36: Creating And Managing Contacts

    Chapter 5: Information Creation and Management Creating and Managing Contacts Contacting the correct people and using the correct means of communication during an alert can help pro- tect your animals and premises. 1. Click on Menu→System→Contacts. 2. In edit mode, under the General tab, enter the contact name and populate the fields 3.

  • Page 37: Creating And Managing Temperature Curves

    Chapter 5: Information Creation and Management Creating and Managing Temperature Curves Temperature curves ensure the optimal temperature with relation to the age and maturation of your ani- mals. Setting the correct curve points is beneficial for productivity. 1. Click on Menu→System→Curves. 2.
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  • Page 39: Chapter 6 System Configuration

    System Configuration Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Activating the Screen Automatic Scroll on the Main Page ▪ Adjusting the Backlight Settings ▪ Arming and Disarming Your Premises Automatically ▪ Configuring and Managing Modules ▪ Configuring and Monitoring Ethernet Data ▪...

  • Page 40: Configuring And Managing Modules

    Chapter 6: System Configuration 3. Set the Auto arming parameters. 4. Set the Auto disarm parameters. Configuring and Managing Modules The main system has a total of eight inputs for zones. In order to add up to a total of 128 zones, modules must be hooked up to the system.

  • Page 41: Configuring Phone Settings For The Call Out Sequence

    Chapter 6: System Configuration Configuring Phone Settings for the Call Out Sequence The call out phone settings are the parameters the system follows when an alert is set off and a call out sequence begins. 1. Click on Menu→System→Settings→Phone settings. 2.

  • Page 42: Configuring Remote Listening

    Chapter 6: System Configuration Configuring Remote Listening When you are a distance away from the main system and you would like to listen in on the activities going on near the main system, it is possible to do so with remote listening. 1.

  • Page 43: Setting The System Trouble Recognition And Recovery Times

    Chapter 6: System Configuration 3. Clearly state the name of the system. NOTE: The amount of time remaining to record the name is displayed at the bottom of the page. 4. Press on the black square to stop recording. You can listen to the recording by pressing the play button.
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  • Page 45: Chapter 7 Zone Configuration

    Zone Configuration Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Zone Types ▪ Zone Configuration Settings Zone Types A zone is an input configured to respond to the type of sensor connected to a module. Different types of sensors can be connected to the system to monitor different alert types. Table 7-1 List of the different zone types Zone Type Description...
  • Page 46 Chapter 7: Zone Configuration Table 7-2 List of the zone settings for each zone type (cont'd.) Setting Indoor Outdoor Intrusion 4 - 20 0 - 5 Temp. Temp. Contact Detection Input Input Alert Recognition Time Alert Recovery Time Temperature Offset Temperature Probe Calibration offset Output Activation on Alert or Trouble X (only...

  • Page 47: Chapter 8 Configuring A Temperature Zone

    Configuring a Temperature Zone Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Naming the Zone with a Text Label ▪ Selecting a Partition ▪ Selecting a Module ▪ Selecting an Input ▪ Selecting a Zone Type ▪ Setting the Alert Recognition Time ▪...

  • Page 48: Selecting A Module

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone 1. In edit mode, Under the General tab, click on the edit field next to Partition. 2. Click in the circle to the left of the partition of your choice. Figure 8-1 Example of a partition BUILDING 2 BUILDING 1 ZONE 3...

  • Page 49: Setting The Alert Recognition Time

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Setting the Alert Recognition Time The alert recognition time is used to calculate the set period of time before an alert condition is recognized and an alert set off. The zone must continuously be in an alert condition for a specific period of time before an alert is recognized and set off.

  • Page 50: Activating The Temperature Curve

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Figure 8-3 Graph showing a zone in an alert state followed by a 10 second recovery time TEMPERA TURE ALERT 1 NO ALERT ALERT 2 ALERT 1 IS RESET AFTER 10 SECONDS 10 SECONDS HIGH T°...

  • Page 51: Setting The High And Low Temperature Thresholds

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Figure 8-4 Graph showing an example of a maturation curve SET OFF B Y THE SET OFF B Y THE SET OFF B Y THE LOW OFFSET CURVE HIGH OFFSET CURVE HIGH OFFSET CURVE TEMPERA TURE ALERT 1 ALERT 2...

  • Page 52: Setting The Outdoor Temperature Compensation

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Setting the Outdoor Temperature Compensation During hot and cold weather periods, it is difficult to maintain a cool or warm indoor temperature. The out- door temperature compensation lets the system take into account the outside temperature before setting off unnecessary alerts.

  • Page 53: Activating A Device In The Event Of An Alert Or Trouble

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Observe the influence of the outdoor temperature (outdoor temperature offset curve) on the high alert threshold (thickest top line). Also note that the high alert threshold will not go higher than the critical tem- perature setting.

  • Page 54: Receiving A Phone Call When An Alert Is Active

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone A list of available outputs is displayed. NOTE: Only the previously configured outputs are displayed. 2. Click in the box to the left of the chosen output. Receiving a Phone Call When an Alert is Active In the event of an alert in a zone, the system calls the phone numbers selected to inform key people of the alert state.

  • Page 55: Enabling The Internal Speaker

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Enabling the Internal Speaker The internal speaker allows you to hear the alert messages from the system when you are near the main system. In edit mode, under the Action tab of the zone you are configuring, click on the edit field next to the speaker icon A check mark indicates the internal speaker is enabled.

  • Page 56: Calibrating The Temperature Probe

    Chapter 8: Configuring a Temperature Zone Calibrating the Temperature Probe Although temperature probes are manufactured with high accuracy, some probes might show slight meas- urement variations. The probe calibration allows you to compensate for such a variation by up to ± 10 ° F (±...

  • Page 57: Chapter 9 Configuring A 0-5 Volt Zone Type

    Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Naming the Zone with a Text Label ▪ Selecting a Partition ▪ Selecting a Module ▪ Selecting an Input ▪ Selecting a Zone Type ▪ Resetting the Daily Minimum and Maximum ▪...

  • Page 58: Selecting A Module

    Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type 1. In edit mode, Under the General tab, click on the edit field next to Partition. 2. Click in the circle to the left of the partition of your choice. Figure 9-1 Example of a partition BUILDING 2 BUILDING 1 ZONE 3...

  • Page 59: Resetting The Daily Minimum And Maximum

    Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type Resetting the Daily Minimum and Maximum The system monitors and constantly updates the minimum and maximum values reached within a 24 hour period. The time of the recorded minimum and maximum values is displayed. After 24 hours, the values are reset and the monitoring starts anew.

  • Page 60: Selecting The Unit Of Measure

    Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type Figure 9-3 Graph showing a zone in an alert state followed by a 10 second recovery time TEMPERA TURE ALERT 1 NO ALERT ALERT 2 ALERT 1 IS RESET AFTER 10 SECONDS 10 SECONDS HIGH T°...

  • Page 61: Receiving A Phone Call When An Alert Is Active

    Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type Receiving a Phone Call When an Alert is Active In the event of an alert in a zone, the system calls the phone numbers selected to inform key people of the alert state. What You Should Know NOTE: The phone numbers and phone groups must first be entered in the system menu.

  • Page 62: Enabling The Internal Speaker

    Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type Enabling the Internal Speaker The internal speaker allows you to hear the alert messages from the system when you are near the main system. In edit mode, under the Action tab of the zone you are configuring, click on the edit field next to the speaker icon A check mark indicates the internal speaker is enabled.

  • Page 63: Setting The Calibration Zero And Calibration Span

    Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type Maximum value of the input / (value generated by the sensor - the offset) For example, 5 volts / (6 volts - 0,4 volts) = 0.89 span. NOTE: The span entered by the user is not the m but rather the ratio between the normal curve and the correction.
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  • Page 65 Chapter 9: Configuring a 0-5 Volt Zone Type To correct the problem, the output of the sensor must be calibrated to be linear and represent the measure. You can also use the calibration zero and span to get a range specific to the sensor output. For example, if you want a reading with a range of 0 to 250 PSI, you can adjust the span so that when the sensor reads 250 PSI, the input of the system indicates 20 mA.
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  • Page 67: Configuring A 4 - 20Ma Zone Type

    Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Naming the Zone with a Text Label ▪ Selecting a Partition ▪ Selecting a Module ▪ Selecting an Input ▪ Selecting a Zone Type ▪ Setting the Alert Recognition Time ▪...

  • Page 68: Selecting A Module

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type NOTE: In order to be available for assignment, a partition must be created. 1. In edit mode, Under the General tab, click on the edit field next to Partition. 2. Click in the circle to the left of the partition of your choice. Figure 10-1 Example of a partition BUILDING 2 BUILDING 1...

  • Page 69: Setting The Alert Recognition Time

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type NOTE: The outdoor temperature zone type is not available if it has already been assigned to a zone. Setting the Alert Recognition Time The alert recognition time is used to calculate the set period of time before an alert condition is recognized and an alert set off.

  • Page 70: Resetting The Daily Minimum And Maximum

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type Figure 10-3 Graph showing a zone in an alert state followed by a 10 second recovery time TEMPERA TURE ALERT 1 NO ALERT ALERT 2 ALERT 1 IS RESET AFTER 10 SECONDS 10 SECONDS HIGH T°...

  • Page 71: Activating A Device In The Event Of An Alert Or Trouble

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type Activating a device in the Event of an Alert or Trouble A device, such as a fan or a heater, can be turned on or off when an alert condition or trouble is detected in a zone.

  • Page 72: Enabling The Internal Speaker

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type In edit mode, under the Action tab of the zone you are configuring, click on the edit field next to siren icon A check mark indicates the siren is enabled. Enabling the Internal Speaker The internal speaker allows you to hear the alert messages from the system when you are near the main system.

  • Page 73: Setting The Calibration Zero And Calibration Span

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type NOTE: The span entered by the user is not the m but rather the ratio between the normal curve and the correction. Setting the Calibration Zero and Calibration Span Setting the calibration zero and calibration span ensures accuracy in the values being monitored by the system in the event that an input is not calibrated.

  • Page 74: Viewing Zone Calibration

    Chapter 10: Configuring a 4 - 20mA Zone Type To correct the problem, the output of the sensor must be calibrated to be linear and represent the measure. You can also use the calibration zero and span to get a range specific to the sensor output. For example, if you want a reading with a range of 0 to 250 PSI, you can adjust the span so that when the sensor reads 250 PSI, the input of the system indicates 20 mA.

  • Page 75: Chapter 11 Configuring A Dry Contact Zone

    Configuring a Dry Contact Zone Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Naming the Zone with a Text Label ▪ Selecting a Partition ▪ Selecting a Module ▪ Selecting an Input ▪ Selecting a Zone Type ▪ Setting the Alert Recognition Time ▪...

  • Page 76: Selecting A Module

    Chapter 11: Configuring a Dry Contact Zone Figure 11-1 Example of a partition BUILDING 2 BUILDING 1 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ROOM 1 ROOM 2 ROOM 1 ROOM 2 ZONE 5 ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ROOM 3 ROOM 4 ZONE 6 PARTITION 1 AGRI-ALERT PARTITION 2...

  • Page 77: Setting The Alert Recognition Time

    Chapter 11: Configuring a Dry Contact Zone Setting the Alert Recognition Time The alert recognition time is used to calculate the set period of time before an alert condition is recognized and an alert set off. The zone must continuously be in an alert condition for a specific period of time before an alert is recognized and set off.

  • Page 78: Resetting The Daily Minimum And Maximum

    Chapter 11: Configuring a Dry Contact Zone Figure 11-3 Graph showing a zone in an alert state followed by a 10 second recovery time TEMPERA TURE ALERT 1 NO ALERT ALERT 2 ALERT 1 IS RESET AFTER 10 SECONDS 10 SECONDS HIGH T°...

  • Page 79: Activating A Device In The Event Of An Alert Or Trouble

    Chapter 11: Configuring a Dry Contact Zone Activating a device in the Event of an Alert or Trouble A device, such as a fan or a heater, can be turned on or off when an alert condition or trouble is detected in a zone.

  • Page 80: Enabling The Internal Speaker

    Chapter 11: Configuring a Dry Contact Zone In edit mode, under the Action tab of the zone you are configuring, click on the edit field next to siren icon A check mark indicates the siren is enabled. Enabling the Internal Speaker The internal speaker allows you to hear the alert messages from the system when you are near the main system.

  • Page 81: Calibrating The Zone Trouble Thresholds

    Chapter 11: Configuring a Dry Contact Zone Calibrating the Zone Trouble Thresholds In certain installations, you have to adjust the low or high ohm trouble calibration to avoid constant false trouble alerts. In edit mode, under the Calibration tab, enter the desired value in the edit fields next to Low ohm trouble and High ohm trouble.
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  • Page 83: Chapter 12 Configuring An Intrusion Zone

    Configuring an Intrusion Zone Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Naming the Zone with a Text Label ▪ Selecting a Module ▪ Selecting an Input ▪ Selecting a Zone Type ▪ Choosing the Type of End of Line Resistor ▪ Selecting the Type of Contact in the Dry Contact Zone ▪...

  • Page 84: Selecting An Input

    Chapter 12: Configuring an Intrusion Zone Selecting an Input 1. In edit mode, under the General tab, click on the Input edit field to display the selection box. 2. Select the input from the list. Selecting a Zone Type Selecting a zone type allows the system to properly interpret the data received from the selected input What You Should Know IMPORTANT: The selected zone type must correspond to the type of sensor associated with the input you selected.

  • Page 85: Providing Enough Time To Exit After Arming

    Chapter 12: Configuring an Intrusion Zone Providing Enough Time to Exit After Arming Once you have armed your system, you must have enough time to exit the building without setting off an alert. Before You Begin Attention Only the entry zones can have an Exit delay. You must click on the Entry zone button to make the zone an entry zone to have access to the field.

  • Page 86: Receiving An E-Mail When An Alert Is Active

    Chapter 12: Configuring an Intrusion Zone NOTE: The phone numbers and phone groups must first be entered in the system menu. 1. In edit mode, under the Action tab of the zone you are configuring, click on the edit field next to the telephone icon 2.

  • Page 87: Recording The Zone Audio Label

    Chapter 12: Configuring an Intrusion Zone Recording the Zone Audio Label The audio label is the name the system repeats to identify the zone when calling because an alert is set off in the zone. 1. In edit mode, under the Mess. tab of the zone you are configuring, click on the record icon NOTE: The time remaining to record the audio label starts counting down once you press the record button.
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  • Page 89: Chapter 13 Maintenance

    Do not spray water on the controller or on any of its modules. WARNING Replacement Fuse Specifications Replacement fuses are supplied with your system if ever the need occurs to change them. Two of each model are available. GSI Electronics part GSI Electronics part Refer- Fuse recommended by the Recommended...

  • Page 90: Replacing A Fuse

    Chapter 13: Maintenance 127–00033 Fuse 500MA slowblow F31- Bel Fuse 5HT 500-R 5X20MM 250V Bel Fuse 127–00034 Fuse 2A slowblow F33- 5HT 2-R 5X20MM 250V Replacing a Fuse Before You Begin Only service personnel is authorized to replace a fuse. Before servicing the system, disconnect the main sector voltage and disconnect the battery wires from the battery.

  • Page 91: Chapter 14 Tests

    Tests Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Testing the System ▪ Testing Communication With the Contacts Testing the System The system can continuously test the system’s hardware and communication in sequence. Before You Begin NOTE: You can click on the item’s button to test a single field. 1.
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  • Page 93: Chapter 15 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The 28 volt auxiliary is Make sure the 28VDC does not exceed the circuit capacity. disconnected Check the main sector to the AA128 Touch and wiring. Check if the fuse F31 or F32 is not opened. Use a voltmeter to check voltage at the AA128 Touch supply input terminals (24Vdc minimum at J13 between VDC+ and VDC-).
  • Page 94 Chapter 15: Troubleshooting The disconnected line icon is Make sure the entry line is plugged in the right phone jack of the phone plug-in displayed card. Make sure the plug-in card is properly inserted in the "PHONE CARD" connector. If the problem persists, unplug the telephone jack from the phone plug-in card and contact you dealer.
  • Page 95 Chapter 15: Troubleshooting I cannot stop the on-site listening on This is normal The On-Site listening automatically the phone ends after a user-defined delay (On- Site Listening delay); it cannot end sooner. The system cannot recognize my Phone compatibility If the AA128 Touch does not recog- password or selection over the nize your selection, try typing your phone...
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  • Page 97: Appendix A List Of Terminals In The Main Enclosure And Battery Enclosure

    List of Terminals in the Main Enclosure and Battery Enclosure Each module, input, or output has its place on the system board. To ensure no false alerts or trouble occur, connect all modules, inputs and outputs in the correct area. Table A-1 Main enclosure terminals and usage Terminal Terminal...
  • Page 98 Appendix A: List of Terminals in the Main Enclosure and Battery Enclosure Table A-1 Main enclosure terminals and usage (cont'd.) Terminal Terminal Description Board RELAY 1 NO Relay 1 output. You can select from a normally open or a normally closed contact.

  • Page 99: Appendix B Battery Wire Specifications

    Battery Wire Specifications Use twisted pair wires and shielded wires. Item Description Certification and type CSA, CMG FT4 type, 20 AWG, 600 V, 75 °C (167 °F) UL, AWM or CM ttype, 20 AWG, 600 V, 75 °C (167 °F) Maximum length 36 inches Wire specifications for battery connections to the power supply...
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  • Page 101: Appendix C Low Voltage Cable Specifications

    Low Voltage Cable Specifications Using the correct cables when installing your system ensures maximum performance. The following requirements apply to the following low voltage devices unless otherwise stated: • Sensor cables • Potentiometer cables • Communication cables • All other low voltage devices Table C-1 Low voltage cable specifications Item Description...
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  • Page 103: Appendix D Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications TYPE: Agri-Alert system Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Indoor use only Pollution Degree: 2 Installation Category: 2 Altitude: 7900 Ft. Max (2000 Meters Max) Humidity (maximum relative) operating: • 0 to 10 °C (32 to 50 °F) Non condensing •...
  • Page 104 Appendix D: Technical Specifications Table D-2 Battery enclosure specifications Item Description Enclosure material Flame retardant ABS Dimensions Width 11 inches (28 cm) Height 9-7/8 inches (25 cm) Depth 5 inches (12.7 cm) Weight 2.97 kilograms (6.55 lbs) including the weight of the battery Nominal voltage 12 Volts Nominal capacity...

  • Page 105: Appendix E Replacement Fuse Specifications

    Replacement Fuse Specifications Replacement fuses are supplied with your system if ever the need occurs to change them. Two of each model are available. GSI Electronics part GSI Electronics part Refer- Fuse recommended by the Recommended number description ence manufacturer fuse model 127–00031...
  • Page 106 NOTES 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...

  • Page 107: Appendix F Wiring Diagram With Terminals

    Wiring Diagram with Terminals 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...
  • Page 108 Appendix F: Wiring Diagram with Terminals Wiring diagram with a DPST disconnect switch 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...
  • Page 109 Appendix F: Wiring Diagram with Terminals Wiring diagram with a SPST disconnect switch 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...
  • Page 110 NOTES 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...

  • Page 111: Appendix G Safety Characteristics And Certification

    Safety Characteristics and Certification This controller is Safety Class I according to IEC classification and has been designed to meet the require- ments of UL 61010-1 third edition and CAN/CSA-C22.2 nº 61010-1 third edition (Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use). It is an Installation Category II intended for operation from a normal single phase supply.
  • Page 112 Appendix G: Safety Characteristics and Certification Surge immunity test EN61000-4-5 : On the main sector : L-PE : ±2kV L-L : ±1kV I/O : L- 2005 PE : ±1kV L-L : ±1kV Power frequency mag- EN 61000-4-8 : 30 A/m netic field immunity test 2009 Voltage dips, short inter-...

  • Page 113: Index

    Index Index phone settings ..........41 carrier wait time ........... 42 access level chime..............85 contacts ............35 cleaning the controller......... 89 access levels communication types ..............35 testing.............. 91 acknowledging an alert ........31 configuration...........78, 84 action history calibration zero contacts ............
  • Page 114 Index display format..........33 DC impedance ............ 42 industry canada............. 9 deleting information initializationmodules deleting contact groups ........32 managing............40 deleting contacts ..........32 modules............40 deleting temperature curves input (sensor) selection....48, 58, 68, 76, 84 deleting zones..........32 inspecting the controller ........
  • Page 115 Index creation siren management..........36 connecting ............26 phone call alert message .....54, 61, 71, 79, 85 enabling........54, 61, 71, 79, 86 phone groups ............36 software phone line updating connection possibilities........23 management..........37 phone settings speaker call out sequence..........41 enabling........55, 62, 72, 80, 86 technical ............
  • Page 116 Index zone type selection ....45, 48, 58, 68, 76, 84 zones zone audio name......55, 62, 72, 80, 87 filtering............. 32 zone name ........47, 57, 67, 75, 83 zone settings............45 895–00677 Agri Alert 128 Touch...
  • Page 117 Certification logos and Definition Electrical safety approval in North America of the sealed lead-acid battery Electrical safety approval of the product in North America : Canada and USA European conformity Recycling information...

  • Page 119: Gsi Group, Llc Limited Warranty

    12 months after sale to the original end-user or if a foreign sale, 14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation) is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials or...
  • Page 120 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.com Agri-Alert is a brand of GSI, a worldwide brand of AGCO Corporation. Copyright © 2014 by GSI Electronics Printed in Canada...

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