TS1020 Analogue Data Gathering Panels (DGPs) are used to expand the number of inputs and outputs (or relays) on the Discovery and Challenger systems. It brings brand-new features to Challenger10 systems, and is backwards compatible with Challenger V8 systems.
Tecom systems use end-of-line (EOL) resistors on input circuits to monitor the condition of alarm input devices. In a Challenger V8 system, only one value of EOL resistor could be used. When used on a Challenger10 or later panel, a TS1020 DGP can be used with a variety of EOL resistor values. This flexibility can greatly reduce the cost of upgrading an existing intrusion-detection system to a modern Tecom system.
The TS1020 DGP can also measure and display (on an LCD keypad) the resistance values of its input circuits to assist in fault finding or commissioning a site. The TS1020 has eight inputs and can be expanded via additional Eight-Input Expansion Modules, models TS0021 or TS1021. Some EOL resistance values are not supported by TS0021. Please see the Eight-Input Expansion Module datasheet or Tecom Compatibility Matrix for further information.
The TS1020 DGP has an “input reset timer” to hold onto an input’s sealed condition for a programmable time up to 15 seconds. This is useful in large sites where a large amount of PIRs continuously send through sealed/unsealed conditions and flood the Tecom LAN. If set at 15 seconds the input would have to remain sealed for 15 seconds before the sealed condition is sent through to the control panel.
Power efficiency and protection is a key feature with the onboard management system. This ensures that your battery is charged at a constant level and also prevents damage from inrush current. Superior protection against short circuits or overvoltage is also a key feature with the intelligent power supply shutting down only affected circuits whilst keeping all other circuits running.