Inovonics FA570 - Manual

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FA570 Frequency Agile
®
High-Power Repeater
Installation and Operation Manual - 02824D
1 Overview
The FA570 is a sophisticated repeater that receives, decodes, and re-transmits signals
from Inovonics Wireless FA transmitters. It acts as a range extender for any decodable
Inovonics Wireless transmission. The FA570 is intended for quick and easy indoor
installation. The optional ACC640 Receiver Enclosure accommodates an optional backup
battery and can also be used in outdoor installations.
1.1 Inovonics Wireless Contact Information
If you have any problems with this procedure, contact Inovonics Wireless technical
services:
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Phone: (800) 782-2709; (303) 939-9336
1.2 FA570 LEDs
AC Power LED:
Lit when the FA570 is receiving AC power (Fig. 1).
Backup Power LED Lit when the FA570 is receiving power from the battery (Fig. 1).
Decoding LED: Lit when the FA570 is receiving an RF transmission (Fig. 1).
Transmitting LED: Lit the FA570 is transmitting an RF message (Fig. 1).
Not Active LED: Lit when the FA570 has not received an Inovonics Wireless
transmission within its programmed check-in interval (Fig. 1).
Figure 1 FA570 LEDs
2 Installation and Startup
2.1 Connect Power Cabling
Before beginning startup, power must be connected to the FA570 high-power repeater.
To connect power to the high-power repeater:
1. Use a small screwdriver to press the housing release tab on the top or bottom of the
high-power repeater (Fig. 2); separate the housing.
2. Connect power cabling (Fig. 2).
• Power source should be 14 VAC at 20VA. Power supply must be unswitched,
uninterrupted, and regulated.
• Wire should be two-conductor 20AWG (or larger) stranded-tinned copper with PVC
insulation rated to 300 volts at 80°F. Wire length should not exceed 328 feet.
Figure 2 FA570 Components
2.2 Register the High-Power Repeater
Although the FA570 repeater is functional upon startup, Inovonics Wireless strongly
recommends you register it using your receiver or control panel. Inovonics Wireless
recommends all high-power repeaters be supervised. To program the FA570:
1. Connect the programming device’s cable to the FA570 programming header.
2. Program the FA570 using the control panel or receiver manual.
• Because the FA570r may be processing signals from 24-hour points, it should be
programmed as a 24-hour point.
• To program the FA570 for supervision, it must be programmed to send check-in
signals.
3. Press the FA570 Reset button by the receiver or control panel.
4. Disconnect the programming cable.
2.3 Mount the High-Power Repeater
To mount the high-power repeater:
Caution: Mount the enclosure and high-power repeater in a location removed from
metal. Metal objects (duct work, wire mesh screens, boxes) will reduce RF range.
5. Use the provided anchors and screws to mount the high-power repeaterin a location
accessible for future maintenance.
• In large installations, high-power repeaters should be mounted so that every
transmitter has multiple transmission paths to the serial receiver or network
coordinator. This kind of redundancy preserves system integrity in the event of
temporary interruptions of any transmission path in the system.
• For maximum efficiency, high-power repeaters should be mounted with as few
obstacles as possible between it and the receiver, network coordinator or control
panel.
2.4 Test the High-Power Repeater
1.
The Not Active LED lights when the FA570 has not received an Inovonics Wireless
transmission within its programmed check-in interval. The Decoding LED lights when
the FA570 receives a transmission. Activate transmitters associated with the FA570 and
ensure the FA570 receives the RF messages.
2. Press the FA570 test button to send a status message. Ensure the message is received
by the receiver or control panel.
3 Specifications
Dimensions: 6.5” x 3.5” x 1”
Weight: 5.3 oz
Operating environment: 32°- 140°F, 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Power requirement: 14VAC @ 20VA
Low voltage threshold: 10.5-11.5VDC
Battery capacity: 1800 mAH @ 3.7 typical
Operating frequency: 902-928 MHz
4 Warranty/Disclaimer
Caution: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Inovonics
Wireless Corporation may void the installer's authority to operate the equipment as well
as the product warranty.
Inovonics Wireless Corporation ("Inovonics") warrants its products ("Product" or
"Products") to conform to its own specifications and to be free of defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use for a period of twenty-four (24) months from the
date of manufacture. Within the warranty period, Inovonics will repair or replace, at its
option, all or any part of the warranted Product. Inovonics will not be responsible for
dismantling and/or reinstallation charges. To exercise the warranty, the User ("User",
"Installer" or "Consumer") must work directly through their authorized distributor who
will be given a Return Material Authorization ("RMA") number by Inovonics. Details of
shipment will be arranged directly through the authorized distributor.
This warranty is void in cases of improper installation, misuse, failure to follow
installation and operating instructions, alteration, accident or tampering, and repair by
anyone other than Inovonics.
This warranty is exclusive and expressly in lieu of all other warranties, obligations or
liabilities, whether written, oral, express, or implied. There is no warranty by Inovonics
that Inovonics product will be merchantable or fit for any particular purpose, nor is
there any other warranty, expressed or implied, except as such is expressly set forth
herein. In no event shall Inovonics be liable for an incidental, consequential, indirect,
special, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to loss of profit, revenue, or
contract, loss of use, cost of down time, or interruption of business, nor any claim
made by distributor's customers or any other person or entity.
This warranty will not be modified or extended. Inovonics does not authorize any
person to act on its behalf to modify or extend this warranty.
This warranty will apply only to Inovonics Products. Inovonics will not be liable for any
direct, incidental, or consequential damage or loss whatsoever, caused by the
malfunction of Product due to products, accessories, or attachments of other
manufacturers, including batteries, used in conjunction with Inovonics Products.
Note: E-mail [email protected] for a copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity.
A. AC Power LED B. Backup Power LED C. Decoding LED
D. Transmitting LED E. Not Active LED
A. Housing release tabs B. AC power connection C. Battery power
connection
D. Test button E. External terminal
connection
F. Tamper button
G. Program header H. Reset button
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