Issue 4.5 August 2005 Nodes 5-21
8 OUTPUT NODE
Description
The 8 Output node has all of the features of the 6 Output node, with an additional two relay outputs.
The node also features ferrite beads for improved ringnet noise immunity, a resettable PTZ fuse, and an upgradeable
flash memory chip.
Input and output connections are identical to those of the 6 Output node. The connection blocks on the 8O are
removable.
햲
Front tamper The node monitors for front tamper.
햳
Upgradeable flash memory chip. The chip can be upgraded using controller software.
햴
Infrared communications interface Used for HHT communications .
햵
Outputs Eight on-board 1Amp single pole changeover relay outputs
햶
PTZ fuse 200mA resettable.
햷
Auxiliary supply(12V) Used to power auxiliary devices to a maximum of 200mA.
햸
Power supply and current consumption
햹
Ringnet Communications Connect the Ringnet cable to the four terminals 1A to 2B.
Node Cabinets
Both 6 output and 8 output nodes have the same cabinet as the 8x1 and 8x2 nodes – see “Node Cabinet” on page 5-
17.