SILENT KNIGHT 5128 User Manual

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1. Introduction
The Silent Knight Model 5128/29 is a low-cost slave communicator that meets the requirements for UL 864,
NFPA 72 Central Station Fire Protective Signaling System and Remote Signaling.
NOTE: In this manual, a rectangle represents a key that you press. For example, “Press
ENTER ” means
“Press the <ENTER> key.”
1.1 Features
• Compatibility with the Security Industry Association (SIA) reporting format and six other standard
reporting formats.
• Four channel (zone) inputs for system status reporting: fire alarm (channel or zone 1); system
troublechannel 2 (or zone 2); supervisorychannel 3 (or zone 3); and miscellaneouschannel 4
(or zone 4).
• Optional two-number dialing with same or different account codes and reporting formats. Alarms, troubles,
disables, and tests can be programmed to be reported to either or both numbers.
• Programmable as rotary-only or as Touch-Tone/rotary dialing.
• Built-in dual phone line-seizure circuit.
• Dual phone line monitor circuits.
• Transient voltage protection of phone lines.
• Built-in audible trouble buzzer with a loudness of 80 decibels (dB) at 30 cm (ie, 300 mm or, approximately,
12 inches).
• One relay output, programmable for alarm or trouble conditions.
• Light-emitting diodes (LEDs), visible from front of plastic enclosure, indicating: trouble condition
(yellow); presence of DC power (green), phone line 1 trouble (red); and phone line 2 trouble (red).
• Easy, English-language programming using Model 5230 Remote Annunciator.
• Test features: Real-time programmable 24-hour communicator test; manual communicator test; automatic
daily test (programmable from 5230 annunciator).
• Fuseless design, 24 VDC.
• Electrically erasable read-only memory (EEPROM) for nonvolatile storage of all programmable option
data. Eliminates the need to reprogram the communicator if power is lost.
• Built-in watchdog circuit that monitors the operation of the 5128/29 and resets the communicator if a fault
is detected.
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SILENT KNIGHT 5128 Specifications

General

Brand	SILENT KNIGHT
Model	5128
Category	Cell Phone
Language	English

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 Features

Details the key features and capabilities of the Silent Knight Model 5128/29 communicator.

1.2 Optional Devices

1.3 UL Fire Listed Receivers

2. Built-in Features

2.1 Phone Line Monitors

Explains the dual phone line monitoring circuits and their fault detection delay.

2.2 Watchdog Circuit

Describes the watchdog circuit that monitors and resets the communicator if a fault occurs.

2.3 Power Loss Reporting

Details how the unit monitors AC power and reports power loss conditions.

3. Preconnection Requirements

3.1 Telephone Requirements

Specifies information required by the telephone company for device connection.

3.2 FCC Warning

Provides a warning regarding radio frequency energy and potential interference.

3.3 UL Listings and Requirements

Covers UL listings and installation requirements for compliance.

4. Panel Description

4.1 Indicator Lights (in Cabinet Window)

Explains the function of the four LEDs indicating system status: trouble, power, and phone line status.

4.2 Electrically Erasable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)

Describes the EEPROM used for storing configuration data, which is retained when power is lost.

4.3 DC Power

Specifies the DC voltage range required for the 5128/29 operation.

4.4.1 Pin Connector Descriptions

Lists and describes the function of each pin connector on the board.

4.4.2 Wiring and Board Layout Diagram

Illustrates the wiring connections and board layout for installation.

4.4.3 Electrical Ratings

Provides detailed electrical specifications including current draw and voltage inputs.

5. Wiring Precautions

6. Mounting the 5129

6.1 Grounding the 5129 Cover

Details the procedure for correctly connecting the earth ground wire to the 5129 cover and base.

7. Channel (Zone) Operation and Wiring

7.1 Dry Contact

Describes how to use dry contact inputs for channel activation and trouble conditions.

7.2 Voltage Input (Active High or Active Low)

Details wiring for active high or active low voltage inputs for channel activation.

8. AC Monitoring Operation and Wiring

8.1 Voltage Input—Active High

Details wiring for active high voltage AC monitoring input.

8.2 Dry Contact

Explains how to configure AC monitoring using a dry contact output.

8.3 Monitor AC

Describes using a step-down transformer for AC monitoring.

9. Relay Connection

10. Telephone Line Connection

11. Model 5230 Remote Annunciator

11.1 5230 Installation

Explains how to connect the 5230 annunciator to the 5128/29 using the specific cable.

11.2 Display

Details the LCD display of the 5230 annunciator and the messages it shows.

11.3 Power LED Indicator

Explains the function of the Power LED on the 5230 annunciator.

11.4 Buzzer

Describes the buzzer feedback provided by the 5230 annunciator for keystrokes and errors.

12. Key Functions

12.1 Operating Modes

Details the different operating modes of the 5128/29 and their allowed actions.

13. Preprogrammed EEPROMS (electrically erasable read-only memory)

14. Step Programming-5230 Annunciator

14.1 Making Programming Selections

Provides detailed instructions on how to navigate and make selections during step programming.

15. Step Programming Options

16. Reporting Formats

16.1 SIA Format

Explains the SIA (Security Industry Association) reporting format and its printout details.

16.2 Silent Knight FSK and 4+2 Formats

Describes Silent Knight FSK and 4+2 reporting formats and their output.

16.3 Radionics BFSK

Details the Radionics BFSK reporting format and its printout.

16.4 Silent Knight 3/1 and Sescoa 3/1 Formats

Explains 3/1 reporting formats from Silent Knight and Sescoa.

17. Troubleshooting

17.1 Accu-Zone™ Troubleshooting (Mode 25)

Details the Accu-Zone™ troubleshooting mode for diagnosing channel inputs and AC monitoring.

17.2 System Messages

Lists and explains messages displayed on the 5230 annunciator for troubleshooting.

18. How to Contact Silent Knight