The plug-in loop driver card provides power for and
handles communications to the addressable devices.
The loop controller continuously checks the analogue
values of all sensors and displays this value on the
control panel as a percentage of the alarm threshold
value. Both the alarm and pre-alarm threshold levels
can be adjusted from the control panel if required.
Up to 126 devices can be connected to a single loop
controller. Each Hochiki device has either a Dual-In-Line
(DIL) Switch on the device or is programmed using a
special tool to allow a unique address, in the range 001
to 126, to be selected.
The loop controller can support class-A and class-
B wiring configurations. Short-circuit isolation
and double address detection are built into this
module.
The AUTO-LEARN facility provided in the ZX
series control panels saves considerable time and
effort when installing a new loop or when
changing sensor configuration. It allows the
system to learn for itself what devices have been
installed on the loop.
• Compatible with ZX series intelligent multi protocol fire alarm control panels
• Provides one class-A or class-B loop
• Supports Hochiki ASX (ESP) series analogue addressable modules
• Plug-in connection
• Double address detection
mechanical
Dimensions (HxWxD): 90 x 54 x 25 mm
Weight: 32 gr. (1 oz)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 49°C
Humidity: 10% to 93% non-condensing
electrical
Loop voltage: 25 Vdc Nominal
Power consumption: 42mA (excluding loop devices)
Maximum continous loop drive current: 200mA
Note - Remember to check loop and control panel loadings using the Loop and Battery calculator in Fire 6.1 or later..
Maximum circuit ratings:
Resistance: 36 Ohm max.
Capacitance: 0.6ìF max.
Diagnostics:
Two diagnostic LED’s to indicate which end of the loop is being driven.
Loop terminations:
Screw terminals on the motherboard for a maximum cable cross sectional area of 2.5 mm2 (13 AWG) removable block.
Wiring:
Class A or class B with shielded, twisted wire.