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5.0 Operation
This chapter describes the operational capabilities of the FX-401.
5.1 Addressable/Analog Devices
The FX-401 System supports up to 3 loops with a total of 720 MGC addressable devices.
Configuration is done via the MGC-400 software configurator.
Additional Information
• The addressable loop can be configured for Class A (Class X) or Class B operation.
• T-tapping is not recommended.
• Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) is recommended.
• A short or open on the loop will activate the common trouble sequence with a latching
trouble. (Class A only)
• The maximum number of isolators is determined by the loop current.
• The FX-401 FACP will test the sensitivity of a single sensor address every 4 minutes.
Each address will be tested once in approximately every 11 hours.
Table 7 Settings Permitted in UL864
NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the requirements in the Standard for
Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific
values or not used at all as indicated below.
Program feature or option Permitted in UL 864? (Y/N) Possible settings
Settings permitted in UL
864
Test Signal for Dialler Y 6, 12, 24 hours 6 hours maximum
Building/Property Safety Input N Not Applicable Not Applicable
Table 8 Settings Permitted in CAN/ULC-S527and CAN/ULC-S559
NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the
requirements in CAN/ULC S527 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems and CAN/ULC-S559
Standard for Equipment for Fire Signal Receiving Centers and Systems certain programming features or
options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below.
Program feature or option
Permitted in CAN/ULC-
S527, S559? (Y/N)
Possible settings
Settings permitted in CAN/
ULC-S527, S559
Test Signal for Dialler Y 6, 12, 24 hours 6 hours maximum
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