Installation
Use the following instructions to install and wire your touchpad.
Guidelines
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Mount the touchpad in an environmentally controlled area (32 to 120°F or 0 to 49°C).
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When mounting the touchpad, allow at least 3 inches below it for the swing-down cover.
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Do not exceed the maximum available power. See the panel installation instructions for maximum
available power.
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Table 1 describes the power used by the touchpad.
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Table 2 describes the maximum wire lengths allowed between the touchpad and the panel.
Table 1.
Touchpad power usage
Current (mA)
75
50
12
Table 2.
Maximum touchpad wire lengths
Wire gauge (unshielded or shielded)
18
22
Mounting plate installation
To install the mounting plate, do the following:
1. Separate the mounting plate from the touchpad by first loosening the screw, then lift the touchpad
away from the mounting plate (see Figure 1).
Figure 1. Mounting plate screw
Conditions
Maximum alarm current with the buzzer sounding and the
touchpad illuminated from a button press
Typical operation
Power saving mode (no panel AC power)
Max touchpad wire length between touchpad and panel
750 feet
300 feet
Mounting plate screw
3