Lexicomm Voxlgnis 228N Quick Start Manual

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Lexicomm 228N
The LX228N master station is a ready out of the box EVC system suitable for standalone and
small 2 panel network applications up to 8 lines. It is very simple to install, requiring no set up
or software, and is compatible with Vox Ignis range of Type A, Type B, Type C outstations and
the Assist Call range of emergency assistance alarms.
This guide summarises applicable information from the full manual, which is
available by scanning this QR code.
Figure 1
1. Mounting Information
Master stations should be mounted in fire control rooms or next to the fire alarm panel at a mounting height of
between 1.4 and 1.5m above finished floor level to the centre of the controls. Type A outstations (fire telephone) are
generally fitted in fire-fighting lobbies and fire and rescues access points at 1.3 to 1.4m above (FFL). Type B
outstations are used in disabled refuges at a mounting height of 0.9m to 1.2m (FFL). For Emergency assistance
alarms see ViLX-ACA datasheet.
2. Cable Information
Fire telephone systems utilise Type A outstations and must use enhanced grade fire resistant cabling throughout for
all wiring, including the mains supply to the master station. Max distance using 1mm or 1.5mm cable is 500m from
outstation to master station.
Disabled Refuge systems utilise Type B outstations, they are wired in standard or enhanced grade fire resistant
cabling Refer to BS 5839-9:2021 for full details.
Max distance using 1mm or 1.5mm cable is 500m from outstation to master station.
Network/Repeater systems are wired in standard or enhanced grade fire resistant cabling, 2 x 2 core loops 1mm or
1.5mm (2c Data,2c Audio) Refer to BS 5839-9:2021 for full details.
Emergency assistance alarms (Assist Call) for dedicated circuits use 1mm 2 core flex for lengths of 500m from the
master or security cable for shorter lengths from up to 50m for 2 cores up to 200m if 4 cores are twisted together. If
sharing with a Type B use the same grade of fire-resistant cable.
Document DViLX228N1001-01
Quick Start Guide
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  • Page 1 Lexicomm 228N Quick Start Guide The LX228N master station is a ready out of the box EVC system suitable for standalone and small 2 panel network applications up to 8 lines. It is very simple to install, requiring no set up or software, and is compatible with Vox Ignis range of Type A, Type B, Type C outstations and the Assist Call range of emergency assistance alarms.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    3. Important Safety Information This Equipment must only be installed and maintained by a suitably skilled and competent person. This Equipment is defined as Class 1 in EN IEC62368-1:2020+A11:2020 (Low Voltage Directive) and must be EARTHED. Caution Indoor Use Only Shock Hazard- Warning Isolate Before Opening...
  • Page 3: Installation

    5. Installation Use the 2.5mm AF Hex Key supplied to open the right-hand front cover. EVC connection Mains supply Relay contacts Network connection Figure 3 Figure 4 Unused knockouts must be left unopened to comply with the Low Voltage Directive. Accidentally knocked out holes should be blanked off.
  • Page 4 The default network address for the 2× panels is 1, they must share the same network address in this example. A LX228N master station can also form part of a Lexicomm Network system, please see the full manual for details of wiring etc.
  • Page 5 Figure 6 Note: Only connect the earth screens on the Net in cables, cut back and insulate Net OUT earth screens, as shown below. 5.2 Display PCB Dipswitch Settings The ViLX-228N Master Station has various site configurations which are configured using the dipswitch located on the rear of the Display PCB.
  • Page 6: Vilx-228 Master Station Display Pcb Dipswitch Settings

    5.3 ViLX-228 Master Station Display PCB Dipswitch Settings Line Line Line Line Network Reserved Remarks 1&2 3&4 5&6 7&8 Line card 1 fitted  Line card 1, 2 fitted   Line card 1, 2, 3 fitted    Line card 1, 2, 3, 4 fitted ...
  • Page 7: Making A Call

    7.2 Making a call To make a call, lift the Master handset receiver and the User LED will illuminate red. Press the zone button for the required outstation. The corresponding zone LED will flash red. When the outstation answers the call, the zone LED flashes green, the mode LED illuminates red and the user flashes green to indicate this line is now connected and a conversation can take place.
  • Page 8: Outstation Zone Template

    Toilet 5 Name Spare 1 Spare 2 Spare 3 The Lexicomm ViLX-228N EVCS is designed and manufactured in the UK by: Vox Ignis Limited, Unit 27, NEBIC, Enterprise Park East, Sunderland, SR5 2TA. www.vox-ignis.com WEEE All information is believed to be correct at time of printing E&OE.

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