Interlogix Topaz User Manual - Manual (Page 20)

Topaz
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About the Topaz System
The Topaz System is a PC-based Facility Security System for access control, alarm monitoring,
interactive color graphics, photo badging, and CCTV (Closed Circuit TV) Control. The system uses
the Windows 2000 Professional, XP Professional, or Windows 7 operating system and employs the
use of an Internet browser interface technology along with a unique self-configuring software
package called Auto Configuration. This allows you to easily set up standard input devices. The
Topaz System integrates alarm monitoring, access control, and remote control capabilities
throughout a site.
Topaz consists of the file server computer, one (1) additional workstation, ACURT Intelligent
Controllers, card readers, alarm sensors, and door locking hardware. To communicate with card
readers, alarm points, and the workstation, the system uses Secure Communications Protocol (SCP)
through Dial-up, RS-232 / RS-485 hardwire connections, or TCP/IP on LAN / WAN networks.
The basic concept behind Topaz is a central monitoring system that can monitor or control
movement within a building or throughout multiple facilities. The system is modular and easily
customized to fit almost any building's security and access control needs for up to 64 readers and
2,000 cardholders.
All data entry is performed at a file server or workstation using a mouse and keyboard through the
Internet browser Interface.
The Topaz System continuously polls the remote panels; checking communication protocols, tamper
switches, alarm inputs, and cardholder access events. Events are displayed on workstation monitors
and logged to the PC.
The system performs three major functions:
• Facilitates communications between the server and remotely located control panels.
• Supervises and reports changes in the status of alarm and access devices that are
connected to the control panels. Changes are reported as alarms, troubles, or event
occurrences. Alarm devices are sensing devices such as motion detectors, door contacts,
temperature gauges, etc. Access devices are card readers, or keypads that control doorways
and other access locations like elevators and parking lot gates.
• Performs remote control activities. Remotely located devices are controlled through manual
operator commands, automatically according to events, or time schedules stored in the
computer.