GE Security EST3 User Manual

Glossary
Y.4 EST3 Installation and Service Manual
output A signal generated by the system, based upon responses
defined in the system database, and sent to external field
devices. Outputs are LEDs, and modules.
output priority A system of hierarchy that allows or prevents setting or
resetting outputs. Output priorities range from low to high.
personality code A number code used to set the configuration and operation of a
SIGA module. A personality code is either factory installed or
must be downloaded into SIGA modules for proper operation.
power-limited Wiring and equipment that conforms with, and is installed to,
the National Electrical Code, Article 760, power-limited
provisions
proprietary system A system which operates according to the provisions of NFPA
72, Chapter 4-4
pseudo point An input or output point that is not a physical device. Example:
ground fault and communication fault notification.
PSNI Positive, successive, non-interfering code
RAM Random access memory. Volatile memory containing the
system online or active status.
reset An active condition or command used to force an output to its
OFF condition. An output’s OFF state may be in the restored
condition (normal condition, not under the influence of a
response) or the reset condition. An output reset state contains
a priority level.
response A list of outputs or functions that occur as a result of the change
of state of an input.
restore Refers to a condition of an input, where the input is not active. It
also refers to the condition of an output where the output is not
in its SET or RESET condition and does not have a priority
value associated with it.
retard The delay of water flow signals to prevent false alarms due to
fluctuations in water pressure.
riser An electrical path that contains power or signal that is used by
multiple outputs, zones, or circuits.
RS-232 A serial communications format normally used for serial
peripheral devices (i.e., printers) from a computer. RS-232
cables have a maximum length of 50 ft (15.2M).
RS-485 A serial differential communications format used to
communicate between the panel and some remote
annunciators.
rule A logical relationship between objects defined in the network’s
object list. Rule format:[rule label] (input state) (input device
type) ‘input label’ : Output command (output device type)
(priority) ‘output label’ {comments};
S device or zone Supervisory device or zone

GE Security EST3 Specifications

General

Brand	GE Security
Model	EST3
Category	Security Sensors
Language	English