Andover Continuum TM

I/O Modules

The Andover Continuum intelligent building system allows you

to mix and match various combinations of DIN rail-mounted
modules — flexible I/O, CPU and power supply, and your choice of
several user interface modules — in a single controller location to
meet your building’s control and monitoring needs.
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Features

With the Andover Continuum system, as

your network grows, simply add or replace
I/O modules as needed.

The Andover Continuum I/O modules feature a

sleek, lightweight casing designed for natural
convection cooling, and a 3-position front cover
for easy access. Built-in quick-release fasteners
at the back of each I/O module are provided for
DIN rail mounting — no tools required. These
fasteners also snap into a locked position for
panel mounting. Input and output connectors are
located at the bottom of each I/O module and are
removable for easy field access and maintenance.
All Andover Continuum modules are designed for
mounting in an optional NEMA 1-style Andover
Continuum enclosure.

The Andover Continuum I/O modules communicate

Product AT A GLANCE with the Andover Continuum NetController CPU
module using Andover LON communications. Like
• Flexible, Modular Design Fits Every Application all Andover Continuum modules, the I/O modules
slide together via built-in connectors on either
• User-Configurable I/O Selection to Meet
side so network expansion is quick and easy.
Specific Control Needs
Both power transmission and communication
• DIN Rail Mounting Provides Easy Installation signals feed through these connectors. For added
and System Expansion convenience, in applications such as door control
• NEMA 1-Style Enclosure Available or lighting control, a single module or groups
of I/O modules can be remotely located and
• Three-Position Front Cover for Easy Access
connected using approved cable, and powered
• Built-in Quick-Release Fasteners— from a local power supply. Each I/O module
No Tools Required! features its own push-button for quick and easy
• Removable Input/Output Connectors for network commissioning.
Easy Installation

• Slide-Together Power/Communications
Connections

• Optional Remote Mounting

• Push-Button Network Commissioning

• Choice of RS-485 or FTT-10A Media

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Features (continued)

Communication Choices Dimension Drawings

All Andover Continuum modules are available in
either the standard RS-485 or the Free Topology
(FTT-10A) media interface. RS-485 is perfect for
local mounting applications and is a lower cost
media choice. FTT-10A provides increased flexibility
and reliability. FTT modules are connected using a
twisted-pair cable and can be wired in a bus, star,
distributed star, or even a ring topology for added
resilience. Note: You cannot mix and match both
media types on the same I/O bus.

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Specifications

N1831

I/O Modules
Mechanical Battery Backup CPU
Operating Environment Via Andover Continuum 3120E2 MCU with internal ROM,
32–120°F (0 to 49°C), UPS power supply EEPROM, and SRAM
10–95%RH (non-condensing) Except VT-1 and AC-1Plus:
Size* Communications 3150BFU1 with internal EEPROM
3.8˝ W (96.5mm) including connectors Communications Interface: and external FLASH and SRAM
7.2˝ H (182.88mm) with mounting TAC-LON communications with
clips extended Andover Continuum CPU module Agency Listings
6.2˝ H (157.48mm) with mounting Choice of RS-485 or FTT-10A interface UL/CUL 916, FCC CFR 47 Part 15,
clips closed Comm. Error Checking ICES-003, EN55022,
2.5˝ D (96.5 x 170.2 x 63.5mm) International Standard CRC 16 AS/NZS 3548, and VCCI Class A,
*With the exception of the VS-8-4 models – RS-485 CE UL 864 - (UI-8-10-S, DI-8-S, MI-6-S,
9.0˝ W x7.2˝ H (6.2˝ H closed) x 2.5˝ D Communications Speed: 39k baud AO-4-8-S, DO-6-TR-S, DO-4-R-S,
(228.7 x 182.88mm (157.48 mm closed) Bus Length: 2,000 ft. (610m) DM-20-S, DO-4-R-O-S, UI-8-10-10V-S,
x 63.5mm) Bus Media: Shielded, twisted pair cable and AO-4-8-0-S only)
Weight* 120v termination required at both ends UL 294 - (UI-8-10, DI-8, DO-4-R, DM-20,
.75 lbs (0.34kg) of the ACC-LON network (when modules AC-1, AC-1Plus, AC-1A, UI-8-10-10V,
*With the exception of the VS-8-4 models – are mounted remotely) DO-4-R-O, VS-8-4, and VS-8-4-T only)
1.32lbs (0.60kg) FTT-10A UL-1076 - (UI-8-10, UI-8-10-10V, DO-4-R,
Enclosure Type Communications Speed: 78k baud DO-4-R-O, AC-1, AC-1a, and AC-1Plus only)
UL open class, Bus Length: Up to 8858 ft. (2700m) –
flammability rating of UL94-5V, IP 10 bus topology
Mounting Up to 1640 ft (500m) – free topology
Mount on DIN rail or wall-mount Repeater required for longer distances
using attached clips. Bus Media: Refer to FTT-10A
Andover Continuum NEMA 1-style documentation in Andover Continuum
enclosure available I/O System Reference Guide
(P/N: 30-3001-4999--Rev D or higher)
Power/Communications Connections
5-position plug-in connectors on left and
right sides allow Andover Continuum mod-
ules to be directly connected to each other
or remotely connected via approved cable

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UI-8-10
I/O Module
The UI-8-10, Andover Continuum’s universal input similar inputs in a control system, with a 0–5 volt
module, provides 8 universal inputs, software input range and 10-bit A/D conversion.
configurable as voltage, thermistor, digital, or counter
point types. Each point can also be configured as a A UI-8-10-10V model is also available for 0–10 volt
supervised input for security monitoring, providing applications. It provides the identical point type
separate indication of alarm and trouble conditions. selection, but is equipped with individual voltage
This module is a perfect choice for any mix of divider DIP switches on each input, allowing each
temperature, pressure, flow, status points, and to be configured for a 0-10 volt range.

Specifications
Input Impedance Digital & Counter
UI-8-10 (0–5V): 5 MW w/pullup disabled; Input Type: Contact Closure
10 KW w/pullup enabled Frequency: 4 Hz (max.)
UI-8-10-10V (0–10V): 4.4 KW Pulse Width: 125 ms ( min.)
Input Connections (Digital pulse widths are based
Two-piece, 13-position removable on Scan Time.)
terminal block Supervised
Voltage Input Type: Single or Double Resistor
UI-8-10 (0–5V) Supervision, Parallel or Series Circuit
Range: 0–5 V
Resolution: 5 mV User LEDs/Switches
Accuracy: ±15 mV (±0.3% FSR) Status Indicator LEDs
UI-8-10-10V (0–10V) Power Power Indicator
Electrical Range: 0–10 V Comm TD Indicator
Power Consumption Resolution: 10 mV Status Service/Wink Indicator
0.7 W @ 10-28VDC max. Accuracy: ±15 mV V (±0.4% FSR) Push-Button Switches
Overload Protection Thermistor Commission Reset
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient UI-8-10 (0–5V)
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Type: 10 KW, Type III Thermistor Models
polarity protection. Range: -30 to 230°F UI-8-10
(-34 to 110°C) 8 Universal inputs; 0-5 Volt input range
Inputs Resolution: 40 to 100°F range UI-8-10-10V
Number of Inputs (4 to 38°C) 8 Universal inputs; 0-10 Volt input range
8 Universal inputs; 10 bit resolution Accuracy: 40 to 100°F range
Input Types (4 to 38°C)
Voltage, Thermistor, Digital, Counter, and UI-8-10-10V (0–10V)
Supervised Type: 10 KW, Type III Thermistor
Input Protection Range: -30 to 230°F
24 V AC/DC allowed to any single input (-34 to 110°C)
(40V TVS on each input – UI-8-10-10V Resolution: 0.20°F typical
model only) (0.11°C typical)
Accuracy: ±1.0°F (±0.55°C)

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DI-8
I/O Module
The DI-8, Andover Continuum’s digital input module, switch) on Channels 1 and 2 for high-speed
is used for cost-effective sensing of multiple dry metering and industrial applications.
digital inputs in applications such as equipment
status monitoring or alarm point monitoring. The 40 V bipolar transorbs on all eight inputs protect
DI-8 has eight digital inputs—each can be software against high voltage short duration transient
configured to accept a digital (contact closure or events. The DI-8 is designed to accept dry contact
0–5 volt input) or counter signal. Counter frequency inputs or 0-5 volts, but can withstand up to 24
is 10 Hz on all eight inputs. In addition, high speed VAC/VDC continuous voltage on four channels.
counting up to 10KHz max. is available (via a DIP

Specifications
Counter:
Inputs Input Type: Contact closure
Number of Inputs: or 0–5 VDC input
8 Digital inputs Channels 1 and 2 in HI-speed mode
Input Types (selectable via dip switch):
Digital or Counter, software selectable Frequency: 10kHz (max.)
Input Protection Pulse Width: 50 µS (min.)
24 V AC/DC applied to 4 channels max. Current: 0.5 mA
(40V TVS on each input) Channels 3 through 8; and Channel
Input Impedance 1 and 2 in LO-speed mode:
10KW pull-up resistor referenced to +5 Frequency: 10 Hz (max.)
VDC Pulse Width: 50 mS (min.)
Inputs Connections Currrent: 0.5 mA
Two-piece, 13-position removable
Electrical terminal block User leads/Switches
Power Consumption Digital Status Indicator LEDs
0.8 W @ 10–28 VDC max. Input Type: Contact closure or 0–5V input Power Power Indicator
Overload Protection Pulse Width: 50 ms ( min.) Comm TD Indicator
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient Current: 0.5mA (max.) Status Service/Wink
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Indicator
polarity protection Input Status 1–8 Input Status Indicator
(Closed circuit=ON)
Switches
Commission
Reset

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DI-6-AC
I/O Module
The DI-6-AC, Andover Continuum’s digital AC input needed. The DI-6-AC can monitor voltages from
module, has six digital (“wet”) AC inputs for cost- 24–120V.
effective ON-OFF status indication of fan motor
starters, solenoid valves, control relays, or external A DI-6-AC-HV model is also available for sensing
power supplies, and similar applications that require higher voltages—120–240V. Both models can also
a quick and easy way to detect voltage. The DI-6- accept DC voltages. All inputs are optically coupled
AC monitors the absence or presence of AC or DC with 2500V isolation on each input for noise-free
voltage levels directly, with no interposing relays operation.

Specifications
Input Connections DC Input Voltage Range: 90–250 V
Two-piece, 13-position removable DC Input Current: 2 mA (max.)
terminal block DC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 90 V
DI-6-AC (Above this voltage is considered “ON”)
AC Inputs DC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 45 V
AC Input Range: 20–132 Vrms (Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)
AC Input Current: 5 mA (max.)
AC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 16 Vrms User leads/Switches
(Above this voltage is considered “ON”) Status Indicator LEDs
AC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 8 Vrms Power Power Indicator
(Below this voltage is considered “OFF”) Comm TD Indicator
Input Resistance (±5%): 30KW Status Service/Wink
Maximum Turn ON Time: 20 ms Indicator

Electrical Maximum Turn OFF Time: 60 ms Input Status 1–:6 Input Status Indicator

Power Consumption DC Input Voltage Range: 20–132 V (Above voltage

0.7 W @ 24 VDC (max).; when provided by DC Input Current: 5 mA (max.) threshold = ON)

Andover Continuum power supply module DC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 20 V Switches

Overload Protection (Above this voltage is considered “ON”) Commission

0.5 A re-settable fuse with transient DC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 12 V Reset

voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse (Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)

polarity protection DI-6-AC-HV Models

AC Inputs: DI-6-AC
AC Input Range: 90–250 Vrms 6 Digital AC Inputs, 24–120 V input signal
Inputs
AC Input Current: 2 mA (max.) DI-6-AC-HV
Number of Inputs
AC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 75 Vrms 6 Digital AC Inputs, 120–240 V input signal
6 Digital AC or DC voltage inputs
Input Protection (Above this voltage is considered “ON”)

2500 V isolation on each input. AC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 30 Vrms

Each input has a 270 V metal (Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)

oxide varistor (MOV.) Input Resistance (±5%): 200KW

Maximum Turn ON Time: 20 ms
Maximum Turn OFF Time: 60 ms

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MI-6
I/O Module
The MI-6, Andover Continuum’s milliamp input transmitters, humidity and pressure transducers,
module, allows for a direct connection of a 2-wire gas monitors, and other industry-standard sensors
0–20mA or 4–20mA sensor to any of the module’s with either a 0–20mA or 4–20mA output. The six
six inputs. The need for an external resistor and inputs on the MI-6 module have a 0-20mA range
an external power supply is eliminated. The and 10 bit A/D conversion.
MI-6 module is a perfect match for temperature

Specifications
Inputs User Leads/Switches
Number of Inputs Status Indicator LEDs
6 Milliamp inputs Power Power Indicator
Input Range Comm TD Indicator
0–20 mA Status Service/Wink Indicator
Resolution Switches
20 µA Commission
Accuracy Reset
±80 µA (max.)
Drift
±50ppm/DegC (max.)
Input Resistance
249W, 0.1%

Electrical Maximum Input Current

Power Consumption ±30 mA

3.8 W @ 24 VDC max. Voltage Supply to Sensors

(Including up to 20mA sensor power 19–26 VDC

for each input) Input Protection

Overload Protection Each input: A transient voltage suppressor

0.5 A resettable fuse with transient (TVS) and a resettable fuse.

voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Sensor voltage output: TVS and

polarity protection resettable fuse

Input Connections
Two-piece, 13-position removable
terminal block

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AO-4-8
I/O Module
The DI-8, Andover Continuum’s digital input module, configured as either voltage (0–10 VDC) or current
is used for cost-effective sensing of multiple dry (0–20 mA) outputs. The AO-4-8 is the perfect choice
digital inputs in applications such as equipment for valves, dampers, variable speed drives, and
status monitoring or alarm point monitoring. The similar equipment that demand high control accuracy.
DI-8 has eight digital inputs—each can be software
configured to accept a digital (contact closure or An AO-4-8-O model with full override capabilities
0–5 volt input) or counter signal. Counter frequency is also available. Each output contains a three-
is 10 Hz on all eight inputs. In addition, high speed position manual override switch and override
counting up to 10KHz max. is available (via a potentiometer. In addition, the AO-4-8-O provides
DIP switch) on Channel The AO-4-8, Andover software override feedback to the Andover Plain
Continuum’s analog output module, has four analog English programming language for each output.
outputs with eight-bit resolution, which can be

Specifications
Output Protection User Leads/Switches
1/8 pico fuse per channel Status Indicator LEDs
(40V TVS on each output— Power Power Indicator
AO-4-8-O model only) Comm TD Indicator
Output Connections Override Common Override Indicator
Two-piece, 13-position removable Status Service/Wink Indicator
terminal block Switches
Output Types Commission
Voltage or current Reset
Voltage
Range: 0–10 VDC Models
Resolution: 0.05 V AO-4-8
Accuracy: ±0.10V (1%FSR) 4 Analog outputs
Electrical Output Current: +5 mA (sourcing) AO-4-8-O
Power Consumption -1 mA (sinking) 4 Analog outputs with overrides
3.8 W @ 24 VDC max. Load Resistance: 2KW .(sourcing, min.)
Overload Protection Current
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient Range: 0–20 mA
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Resolution: 0.1 mA
polarity protection Accuracy: ±0.2 mA
Load Resistance: 650W (max.)
Outputs Output Overrides
AO-4-8 3-position manual override switch and
4 Analog outputs; 8 bit resolution override potentiometer on each output,
AO-4-8-O with software feedback. LED override
4 Analog outputs with overrides; status indicator. (AO-4-8-O only)
8 bit resolution

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DO-6-TR
I/O Module
The DO-6-TR, Andover Continuum’s triac output provide up to three Form K, Tri-state outputs for bi-
module, has six Form A triac-based outputs, rated at directional control of dampers and valves.
0.5 A @ 24 VAC, for cost-effective on/off or pulse-
width modulation (PWM) control of lighting, heat, and Metal oxide varistors and optocouplers on the
fan units. The PWM feature permits the modulation DO-6-TR provide 2500V isolation on each output,
of valves and dampers to 0.1 second resolution. ensure noise-free operation, and, in most cases,
Adjacent outputs can also be configured in pairs to eliminate the need to install MOVs in the field.

Specifications
Outputs User LEDs/Switches
Output Type Status Indicator LEDs
6 Form A optically isolated triac outputs Power Power Indicator
(can be configured up to 3 Form K Tri-State Comm TD Indicator
outputs) Status Service/Wink Indicator
Output Rating Out1-Out6 Six Output Status
0.5 A @ 24 VAC Indicators
(Cannot switch DC loads) Switches
Output Accuracy Commission
0.1 sec. for Pulse Width Modulation Reset
(PWM) control
Output Protection
2,500 V optical isolation
Electrical Metal oxide varistor and snubber
Power Consumption on each output
1.1 W @ 24 VDC max. Output Connections
Overload Protection Two-piece, 13-position removable
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient terminal block
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse
polarity protection

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DO-4-R
I/O Module
The DO-4-R, Andover Continuum’s digital output varistors and 5,000 V isolation on each output
module, has four Form C relay outputs, rated at 5 ensures reliable noise-free operation.
A @ 240 VAC. These versatile outputs make the
DO-4-R an excellent choice for switching motor A DO-4-R-O model with full override capability
starters and other inductive loads up to 240 VAC, is also available. Each output has a local hand-
with either two position (on/off) or pulse-width off-auto switch, which enables service personnel
modulation (PWM) control. The PWM feature to override the output. The switch also provides
permits the modulation of valves and dampers to override feedback of the output value for use in
0.1 second resolution. Two adjacent Form C relay troubleshooting or test conditions. A local indicator
outputs can be combined in software to provide a light for each output displays relay status. Another
Tri-state output, for bi-directional control of valves LED provides override status.
and dampers and other end devices. Metal oxide

Specifications
Outputs User LEDs/Switches
DO-4-R Status Indicator LEDs
4 Form C relay outputs Power Power Indicator
DO-4-R-O Comm TD Indicator
4 Form C relay outputs with overrides Override Common Override
Output Rating Indicator
5 A @ 240 VAC; 5 A @ 30 VDC Status Service/Wink Indicator
Output Resolution Out1-Out4 Four Output Status
0.1 sec. For Pulse Width Modulation Indicators
(PWM) control Switches
Output Protection Commission
270 V varistors across contacts. Reset
5000 Vrms isolation @ 60 Hz between

Electrical relay contacts and relay coil Models

Power Consumption Output Overrides DO-4-R
2.8 W @ 10–-28 VDC max. 3-position manual override switch on 4 Form C relay outputs
Overload Protection each output, with software feedback. DO-4-R-O
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient LED override status indicator 4 Form C relay outputs with overrides
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse (DO-4-R-O only)

polarity protection Override Feedback

Override detection and feedback provided
for each output
Output Connections
Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal
block

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DM-20
I/O Module
The DM-20, Andover Continuum’s Digital Input and modulation (PWM) control of equipment and for
Output module, provides high density, versatile switching inductive loads up to 240VAC. The DM-20
I/O for many control applications. The DM-20 can provides 24 VDC power to the DIO-20 via a three-
control any combination of 20 inputs and outputs. position cable assembly.

When coupled with the optional DIO-20 Expansion * Actual number of modules depends on the mix
Board, the DM-20 allows you to mix and match up of inputs/outputs used. See Andover Continuum I
to 20* digital inputs and outputs using standard /O System Reference Manual (Rev D or higher) for
off-the-shelf digital I/O blocks to meet a wide range more information.
of applications, including ON-OFF or pulse-width

Specifications
Inputs/Outputs Output Resolution: 0.1 sec. For Pulse
20 total points; user-selectable Width Modulation
channel-by-channel as inputs or (PWM) control
outputs Output Protection: Transient voltage
w/o DIO-20 suppressor (TVS)
Input Type: Digital 0–5 VDC and current limiting
Pulse Width: 125 ms ( min.) resistor on each channel
(Digital pulse widths are Input/Output
based on Scan Time.) Connections: One female 25-pin
Current: 10µA D-subminiature
Output Type: Digital connector
Open-collector transistor
with series 330 ohm 1/8 W User LEDs/Switches
Electrical resistor; 15 mA (max.) Status Indicator LEDs
Power Consumption @ 5 V DC Power Power Indicator
0.5 W @ 24VDC max. w/DIO-20 Comm TD Indicator
Up to 9 W @ 24 VDC when the Input Type: 24 VDC logic voltage Status Service/Wink Indicator
DIO-20 is powered from the DM-20 (DIO-20). Input rating Switches
External Power Connector depends on input Commission
Three-position removable connector module(s) selected Reset
Overload Protection Pulse Width: 125 ms ( min.)
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient voltage (Digital pulse widths are
suppressor (TVS) and reverse polarity based on Scan Time.)
protection for both DM-20 power and Current: N/A
DIO-20 power Output Type: 5 VDC logic voltage.
LED Power Supply Output range depends on
Customer-provided external 5 V power output module selected
supply when using the DM-20 to drive LEDs

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AC-1 Family
Family of Access
Control Modules

TAC® offers three access control modules

to meet the demands of different access
requirements:

AC-1:
Use the AC-1 when powering modules from a
Andover Continuum power supply. (AC-1 has a
24VDC power input only. ) The AC-1 supports
Wiegand/Prox cards and 5 V/12 V reader power
(switch-selectable).

AC-1A:
Use the AC-1A if you are powering modules from
a local 12VDC power supply. The AC-1A offers an
extended 10-28VDC power input. (Power supply
can also power any 12 V prox readers you may be
using.) The AC-1A supports Wiegand/Prox cards,
and 5 V reader power only.

AC-1PLUS:
The enhanced version. Use the AC-1Plus when
using mag stripe or Cardkey readers, ADA
sequences that require extra inputs, special door
unlock/door ajar times for disabled persons, and
jobs that require reader tamper detection. The
AC-1Plus offers an extended 10-28VDC power
input (power supply can also power 12 V prox
readers), and supports 5 V reader power only.
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AC-1
I/O Module
The AC-1provides full I/O for an access controlled Access Control
door or portal in one compact module. The AC-1 During normal operation of the AC-1, access
can be located near an access controlled door decisions are made in the Andover Continuum
for localized control and reduced wiring costs; or NetController CPU , which provides storage for up
several AC-1 modules can be grouped together to 75,000 “local” personnel records. In addition, the
and DIN rail-mounted for centralized control. NetController’s event buffer is software-configurable
to allow for the most optimized memory usage.
The AC-1 provides a Wiegand card input for If network communications are interrupted, the
Wiegand swipe and proximity type cards, reading AC-1 will revert to a programmable degrade
up to 64 bits per card. Reader power is switch- mode of operation, providing uninterrupted card
selectable between 5V and 12V to meet most card access using site codes and other degrade mode
reader power requirements. parameters stored in non-volatile EEPROM in each
AC-1 module.
The AC-1 has two 5 A, Form C relays—one
for the door lock and a second for local alarm A door can be configured to operate based on site
annunciation. Each output has an integral hand- code only, site code plus card, card plus personal
off-auto switch for manual operation, and software ID number (PIN), or keypad only. The door’s
feedback of the switch position. operating mode can even be changed based on
time-of-day or other events for optimum flexibility
Up to three supervised alarm inputs can be used through TAC’s easy-to-use Andover Plain English
for door status contacts, request-to-exit devices, programming language. Each keypad can also
a cabinet tamper switch, or any other two-state or permit entry of a duress alarm code that can initiate
three-state (on/off/trouble) alarm device. an alarm sequence at any AC-1 controller or at the
Andover Continuum workstation.
Keypad Control
The AC-1 supports Wiegand output keypads. To Time-based anti-passback and entry/egress anti-
simplify installation and reduce wiring costs, the passback are available to prevent tailgating. Entry/
keypad data comes into the module via the reader egress anti-passback is system-wide and can be
data lines. performed by readers located on different AC-1
controllers across the network.

Using Andover Plain English, the AC-1 can also be

used for custom access control sequences such
as two-man rule, optical turnstile control, and man
trap configurations.

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AC-1
Specifications

AC-1
Distance, Card Reader to AC-1 User LEDs/Switches
500 ft. max. using 18-ga. wire Status Indicator LEDs
200 ft. max. using 22-ga. wire Power Power Indicator
Alarm Inputs Comm TD Indicator
Up to 3 supervised inputs. Single or double Override Common Override
resistor supervision, series or parallel Indicator
Input Protection Status Service/Wink Indicator
Transient voltage suppressor (TVS) Out1 - Out2 Two Output
on each input Status Indicators
+5 V Reader Power 5 V Reader
Outputs Power Indicator
Door Outputs +12 V Reader Power 12 V Reader
2 Form C relays Power Indicator
Electrical Output Rating Switches
Power Consumption 5 A @ 24 V AC/DC Commission
2.6 W plus reader power consumption Output Protection Reset
at 24VDC max. 5,000 V isolation
Overload Protection 270 V metal oxide varistors (MOVs)
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient on each output
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Overrides
polarity protection 3-position manual override switch
on each output for manual control of relay.
Inputs LED override status indicator
Card Readers Override Feedback
1 Override detection and software
Card Reader Type feedback provided for each output
Supports Wiegand swipe and Reader LED Output
proximity readers Open collector; up to 50 mA
Maximum Number of bits/Card Inputs/Output Connections
64 Two-piece, 16-position removable
Card Reader Power terminal block
5 VDC or 12 VDC (switch selectable)
Switch Setting: +5 V
Output Voltage: +5.20 V ±0.05 V
Output Current: 120 mA (max.)
Switch Setting: +12 V
Output Voltage: +12.0 V ±5%
Output Current: 180 mA (max.)

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AC-1A
I/O Module
The AC-1Plus, Andover Continuum’s full-feature Access Control
access control module, provides full I/O for an During normal operation of the AC-1A, access
access controlled door or portal in one compact decisions are made in the Andover Continuum
module. The AC-1Plus supports multiple card NetController CPU , which provides storage for up
formats, ADA (Alternate Door Access) doors, and to 75,000 “local” personnel records. In addition, the
multiple reader LED patterns. In addition, built- NetController’s event buffer is software-configurable
in reader supervision is provided—one LED will to allow for the most optimized memory usage.
periodically check for voltage, absence of voltage, If network communications are interrupted, the
or shorts, and expose any of these conditions AC-1A will revert to a programmable degrade
to the user for security purposes. The AC-1Plus mode of operation, providing uninterrupted card
can be located near an access controlled door access using site codes and other degrade mode
for localized control and reduced wiring costs; or parameters stored in non-volatile EEPROM in each
several AC-1Plus modules can be grouped together AC-1A module.
and DIN rail-mounted for centralized control.
A door can be configured to operate based on
The AC-1Plus provides a Wiegand card input site code only, site code plus card, card plus
for Wiegand swipe and proximity type cards, personal ID number (PIN), or keypad only. The
reading up to 64 bits per card. The AC-1Plus also door’s operating mode can even be changed
supports CardKey cards, reading up to 34 bits per based on time-of-day or other events for
card, and ABA card readers. Card reader power is optimum flexibility through TAC’s easy-to-use
50 mA at 5V . Andover Plain EnglishTM programming language.
Each keypad can also permit entry of a duress
The AC-1Plus has two 5 A, Form C relays — one alarm code that can initiate an alarm sequence
for the door lock and an auxiliary output for local at any AC-1A controller or at the Andover
alarm annunciation, for example. Each output Continuum workstation.
has an integral hand-off-auto switch and software
feedback of the switch position. Time-based anti-passback and entry/egress
anti-passback are available to prevent tailgating.
The AC-1Plus provides five supervised input Entry/egress anti-passback is system-wide and
channels, configurable as an exit request, door can be performed by readers located on different
switch sensor, ADA exit request, bond sensor, or AC-1A controllers across the network.
as a general purpose supervised input point.
Using Andover Plain English, the AC-1A can also
Keypad Control be used for custom access control sequences
The AC-1Plus supports Wiegand or ABA output such as two-man rule, optical turnstile control,
keypads. To simplify installation and reduce and man trap configurations.
wiring costs, a combination Wiegand (or ABA)
output reader/keypad may be used. In this case,
the keypad data comes into the module via the
reader data lines. In addition, the AC-1Plus allows
separate wiring of both a Wiegand (or ABA) output
keypad and reader.

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AC-1A I/O Module

Specifications

AC-1A
Alarm Inputs User LEDs/Switches
Up to 3 supervised inputs. Single or double Status Indicator LEDs
resistor supervision, series or parallel Power Power Indicator
Input Protection Comm TD Indicator
Transient voltage suppressor (TVS) Override Common Override
on each input Indicator
Status Service/Wink
Outputs Indicator
Door Outputs Out1 - Out2 Two Output Status
2 Form C relays Indicators
Output Rating +5 V Reader Power 5 V Reader Power
5 A @ 24 V AC/DC Indicator
Output Protection Switches
Electrical 5,000 V isolation Commission
Power Consumption 270 V metal oxide varistors Reset
2.0 W at 10-28VDC plus reader (MOVs) on each output
power consumption Overrides
Overload Protection 3-position manual override switch
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient on each output for manual control of relay.
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse LED override status indicator
polarity protection Override Feedback
Override detection and software
Inputs feedback provided for each output.
Card Readers Reader LED Output
1 Open collector; up to 100 mA
Card Reader Type Inputs/Output Connections
Supports Wiegand swipe and Two-piece, 18-position removable
proximity readers terminal block
Maximum Number of bits/Card
64
Card Reader Power
5 VDC, ± 3%, 50 mA, Current Limited
Distance, Card Reader to AC-1A
500 ft. max. using 18-ga. wire
200 ft. max. using 22-ga. wire

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AC-1Plus
I/O Module
The AC-1Plus, Andover Continuum’s full-feature Access Control
access control module, provides full I/O for an During normal operation of the AC-1Plus, access
access controlled door or portal in one compact decisions are made in the Andover Continuum
module. The AC-1Plus supports multiple card NetController CPU, which provides storage for up
formats, ADA (Alternate Door Access) doors, and to 75,000 “local” personnel records. In addition,
multiple reader LED patterns. In addition, built- the NetController’s event buffer is software-
in reader supervision is provided—one LED will configurable to allow for the most optimized
periodically check for voltage, absence of voltage, memory usage. If network communications
or shorts, and expose any of these conditions are interrupted, the AC-1Plus will revert to a
to the user for security [Link] AC-1Plus programmable degrade mode of operation,
can be located near an access controlled door providing uninterrupted card access using site
for localized control and reduced wiring costs; codes, card formats, and other degrade mode
or several AC-1Plus modules can be grouped parameters stored in non-volatile EEPROM such as
together and DIN rail-mounted for centralized multiple card types (including custom format) and
control. four site codes per each card type. ADA doors are
also supported in degrade mode.
The AC-1Plus provides a Wiegand card input
for Wiegand swipe and proximity type cards, A door can be configured to operate based on
reading up to 64 bits per card. The AC-1Plus also site code only, site code plus card, card only,
supports CardKey cards, reading up to 34 bits per card plus personal ID number (PIN), or keypad
card, and ABA card readers. Card reader power is only. The door’s operating mode can even be
50 mA at 5V . changed based on time-of-day or other events
for optimum flexibility through TAC’s easy-to-use
The AC-1Plus has two 5 A, Form C relays — one Andover Plain English programming language.
for the door lock and an auxiliary output for local Each keypad can also permit entry of a duress
alarm annunciation, for example. Each output alarm code that can initiate an alarm sequence
has an integral hand-off-auto switch and software at any AC-1Plus controller or at the Andover
feedback of the switch position. Continuum workstation.

The AC-1Plus provides five supervised input Time-based anti-passback and entry/egress anti-
channels, configurable as an exit request, door passback are available to prevent tailgating. Entry/
switch sensor, ADA exit request, bond sensor, or egress anti-passback is system-wide and can be
as a general purpose supervised input point. performed by readers located on different AC-
1Plus controllers across the network.
Keypad Control
The AC-1Plus supports Wiegand or ABA output Using Andover Plain English, the AC-1Plus can
keypads. To simplify installation and reduce also be used for custom access control sequences
wiring costs, a combination Wiegand (or ABA) such as two-man rule, optical turnstile control, and
output reader/keypad may be used. In this case, man trap configurations.
the keypad data comes into the module via the
reader data lines. In addition, the AC-1Plus allows
separate wiring of both a Wiegand (or ABA) output
keypad and reader.

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AC-1Plus I/O Module

Specifications

AC-1Plus

Distance, Card Reader to AC-1Plus User LEDs/Switches
500 ft. max. using 18-ga. wire Status Indicator LEDs
200 ft. max. using 22-ga. wire Power Power Indicator
Alarm Inputs Comm TD Indicator
5 supervised inputs. Single or double Override Common Override
resistor supervision, series or parallel Indicator
Input Protection Status Service/Wink
Transient voltage suppressor (TVS) Indicator
on each input Out1 - Out2 Two Output Status
Indicators
Outputs +5 V Reader Power 5 V Reader Power
Door Outputs Indicator
2 Form C relays Switches:
Electrical Output Rating Commission
Power Consumption 5 A @ 24 V AC/DC Reset
2.2 W at 10-28VDC plus reader Output Protection
power consumption 5,000 V isolation
Overload Protection 270 V metal oxide varistors (MOVs)
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient on each output
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Overrides
polarity protection 3-position manual override switch
on each output. LED override
Inputs status indicator
Card Readers Override Feedback
1 Override detection and software
Card Reader Type feedback provided for each output
Supports Wiegand, Proximity, CardKey, Reader LED Outputs
and ABA readers 2 open collector; up to 100 mA.
Maximum Number of bits/Card Choice of 3 LED patterns
64 for Wiegand and Proximity; Inputs/Output Connections
34 for CardKey Removable terminal blocks:
Card Reader Power (2) 8-position; (1) 6-position
5 VDC, ± 3%, 50 mA, Current Limited

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LO-2
I/O Module
The LO-2, Andover Continuum’s lighting control Lighting Control
module, can control 2 high voltage lighting circuits, The LO-2 can be coupled with Andover
using externally mounted GE RR7 or RR9 lighting Continuum’s programmable input modules to
relays, rated for 20 A @ 277 VAC (347 VAC provide flexible lighting control strategies such as:
option for Canada). These relays are connected
• Outdoor Lighting Control with a Photocell
to the LO-2 via two three foot, 5-conductor wires
provided. The RR9 relay provides status feedback • Daylight Control
of the relay position, using a built-in pilot contact. • After-Hours Lighting Usage with Card Swipe
The RR7 relay provides control of the circuit with no Readers
feedback. An on-board status LED for each output
is provided when RR9 relays are used, as well as • Adjustable Override Time with Flick Warning
pilot light voltage for wall switches that have status • Cleaning Crew Override
indication. External 28 VAC is required to power the
• Data Logging and Reporting
GE relays. This same transformer can power the
LO-2 when the module is located remotely. • Run time Analysis, including Accumulated
On-Time and Percentage On-Time
An LO-2-O model, with on-board momentary
• Tenant Billing Reports
override toggle switches, is also available.
• Custom Control Strategies
External Override Capabilities
Two Class II low voltage manual override inputs, These programs can be easily modified to fit the
one for each relay output, are provided for override exact needs of your project.
capabilities. These inputs directly control the
lighting relays, independent of any schedule or
program. Wall switches, occupancy sensors, or a
combination of both may be wired to these inputs.

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LO-2 I/O Module

Specifications

LO-2
Inputs/Outputs Lighting Relay Connections
Inputs 5-position male connector accepts standard
2 Class II Low Voltage override inputs, GE female plug-in connector.
providing direct control of lighting relays (Two 3-foot, 5-conductor wires with female
Input Protection connectors provided. Wires color-coded to
Transient voltage suppressors (TVS) match GE relays.)
with reverse polarity protection
User LEDs/Switches
Outputs Status Indicator LEDS
Output Type Power Power Indicator
2 pulsed lighting control outputs Comm TD Indicator
compatible with externally mounted Status Service/Wink Indicator
GE RR7 or RR9 relays Out1-Out2 Two Output Status
Electrical
Output Rating (Lighting Relay) Indicators (RR-9 only)
Power Consumption
Lamp Load – 20 A Tungsten Filament 24 VAC External 24-30 VAC
0.4 W @ 24 VDC max. Consumes no DC
@125 VAC Indicator
power when external AC power is present
Resistive Load – 20 A ballast @ 277 VAC Switches
External AC Power
(@347 VAC, Canada) Commission
28 VAC powers both module and lighting
Motor Load – 0.5 HP @ 110-125 VAC Reset
relays; can also power the LO-2 module
0.5 HP @ 220-277 VAC
when mounted remotely
(0.5 HP @ 347 VAC, Models
External Transformer
Canada) LO-2
40 VA transformer provides power for
Pilot Contact Rating (RR9 only) 2 pulsed lighting control outputs
up to 5 LO-2 modules (10 GE relays
1 A @ 24 VAC, isolated LO-2-O
and associated devices)
Output Feedback 2 pulsed lighting control outputs
Overload Protection
RR9 relays have LED status indication with overrides
DC: 0.5 A resettable fuse with transient
and software feedback for relay status
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse
Output Protection
polarity protection. AC: 0.5 A resettable
Transient voltage suppressors (TVS) on
fuse with MOV
outputs. GE relays provide isolation
Overrides
Momentary override toggle switches
(LO-2-O model only)
AC Power/External Override
Input Connections
Two-piece, 12-position removable
terminal block

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VS-8-4
I/O Module
The VS-8-4, Andover Continuum’s video switch and four video monitors or VCRs can be connected
module, integrates low-cost, high quality video to a single VS-8-4 module.
security directly into your Andover Continuum
system. The VS-8-4 switches eight video signal The VS-8-4 can be ordered with optional date/time
inputs and four high-speed, buffered outputs. Any and caption display. Captions are selectable, allowing
one of the eight input lines can be connected to different displays based on events or alarms.
any of the four outputs. Each output has a voltage
gain of two and is capable of driving 75W back- Both models can be ordered to support either the
terminated lines. Up to eight surveillance cameras PAL or NTSC standard.

Specifications
All Channel Crosstalk Models
>-55dB@10MHz VS-8-4
All Channel Off Isolution 8 Video inputs; 4 Video outputs,
>-55dB@10MHz NTSC or PAL video inputs
Outputs VS-8-4-TN
4 Video outputs 8 Video inputs; 4 Video outputs with
Output Impedence date/time- and text-stamping for
75W NTSC video inputs
Signal VS-8-4-TP
1 V peak-peak when terminated into 75W 8 Video inputs; 4 Video outputs with
Electrical Input/Output Connections date/time- and text-stamping for
Power Consumption 75W BNC connectors PAL video inputs
2 W @ 10-28VDC max. Input/Output Protection
Overload Protection ESD protection provided
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse User LEDs/Switches
polarity protection Status Indicator LEDs
Power Power Indicator
Inputs/Outputs Comm TD Indicator
Inputs Status Service/Wink
8 Video inputs Indicator
Input Impedence Input Status 1-8 Input Status Indicator
75W (4 LEDs per input)
Bandwidth (-3dB) Switches
>75MHz (Rload=150W) Commission
Single Channel Crosstalk Reset
>-60dB@10MHz

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VT-1
I/O Module
The Andover Continuum VT-1 Interactive Voice alarms; unlock doors; request status or determine
Response (IVR) module provides users with easy-to- operating conditions of equipment; and to report
use remote data entry capabilities for their Andover alarm or event conditions or history.
Continuum system using the familiar touch-tone
keypad on any North American standard or cellular The VT-1 provides 10 built-in prompt messages
telephone. The VT-1 also allows spoken messages and 50 pre-recorded vocabulary words, which can
to be pre-recorded to inform the user of current be used individually or combined to form phrases
system conditions and/or to prompt the user for and sentences. In addition, up to 50 custom
additional input. messages (up to 3.5 minutes total) can be pre-
recorded, played, and erased in the VT-1’s Message
The VT-1 can be used, for example, to change Management Mode—all over the telephone!
building setpoints or schedules; arm or disarm

Specifications
Electrical User LEDs/Switches
Power Consumption Status LEDs
1.5 W @ 24 VDC max. Power
Overload Protection Communications
0.5 A resettable fuse with transient Service/Wink indicator
voltage suppressor (TVS) and reverse Record mode
polarity protection Play mode
Erase mode
Inputs/Outputs Ring
Phone Line Connections Off-hook
1 RJ-11 connector with SIDAC Switches
and resettable telecom fuses Commission
Reset

Note: VT-1 approved for use in North American phone systems only.

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