Restrictions
Inputs are intended for use as control signals from other life safety equipment. Inputs of this device are not
supervised, and therefore cannot be used directly as initiating circuits for life safety applications within a UL listed
system. Outputs are intended for use as control signals to other life safety equipment. Outputs of this device are
not supervised, and cannot be directly connected to notification or releasing-type appliances in a UL listed
system.
In a ULlisted system, the 16 Channel I/O Interface:
l must be housed in a separately-listed enclosure.
l must be located in the same room as the Aura panel.
l must be located in the same room as the equipment being interfaced.
l must be wired in conduit (or equivalently protected against mechanical injury) and within 20 feet of
equipment being interfaced.
l must not be used to control the release of extinguishants.
For more information about the 16 Channel I/OInterface, refer to the 16 Channel I/O Interface Information Guide
(MAN-1438).
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Aura Fire Alarm Control Panel Installation Manual
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