GAI-Tronics 378-002 Monitored Input Module (MIM) Station - Manual (Page 6)

Pub. 42004-490A
Model 378-002 Monitored Input Module Station Page 6 of 10
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Model 2: IDC Single Normally-Open (N.O.) Switch
In this configuration, only one normally-open dry contact closure may be installed per supervised line. In
this mode, the loop is monitored for open circuits, wire-to-wire short circuits (across + and −), and ground
faults. When the contact closure is not active (open), the loop appears as 20.1 k
 load (15 k in series
with 5.1 k ). This appears on the input to the MIM and indicates a healthy loop. When the contact
closure is active (closed), the 15 k  resistor is bypassed.
Figure 3. IDC Single Normally-Open Switch
The circuit then sees only the 5.1 k  load. This changes the value of the input and indicates to the MIM
that the contact closure is active. If there is a short across + and −, if either leg is grounded, or if a break
occurs on either leg, the MIM indicates that a fault has occurred.
N OTE : The terminating resistors are not included with the MIM. These resistors are included in a kit
(12509-003) that must be ordered separately.