The Protege DIN Rail 16 Input Expander provides the interface of up to 16 inputs for monitoring and automation in the Protege system. With 16 inputs that can be used for extended monitoring functionality, the Input Expander provides extensive hardware advancements that allow flexible input programming and configuration, and is designed for use with industry standard DIN Rail mounting.
Key Features:
Connect any combination of normally closed or normally open inputs, configurable per input
16 monitored inputs
Utilizes analog to digital processing with 5x over sampling
4 state input alarm using resistors to provide short, alarm, closed and tamper conditions
High performance 32 Bit processor
Secure encrypted RS-485 module communications
Online and remote upgradable firmware
Designed for use with industry standard DIN Rail mounting
Connectivity and System Expansion
Expanding the Protege System with local inputs from the Input Expander allows convenient cost effective expansion and the added benefit of:
16 inputs can be assigned to any 4 areas in the system each being processed using different options or features
Address configuration of the Input Expander interface is achieved using the address programming feature of the Protege System Controller
Communication
A single RS-485 communication interface port used for all network communication functions and interconnection to other modules.
Power Supply
Device power is supplied from a 12VDC input. Ultra low current requirements ensure cost effective power distribution
Upgradable Firmware
Utilizing the latest flash technology and high performance communication mediums, the firmware can be updated via the
Protege interface.