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CHECKING THE STATUS OF GENERAL PUR-
POSE INPUTS (GPIS)
It is possible to connect an external logic device–such as an external
foot switch, a panel-mounted switch, or the logic output of some other
device–to the “GP IN” connector on the rear panel of the PiCo.
When the external logic device is activated, it sends a control signal
into the matrix to perform one of several preset functions, such as
turning an intercom panel’s microphone on or off, muting a
microphone’s output, or turning a panel’s speaker off. The function to
perform and the panel upon which it is performed is chosen from the
Eclipse Configuration System (ECS) programming software.
Once a GPI has been connected whether or not the GPI is “on” can be
checked directly from the front panel of the PiCo.
To check whether or not a general-purpose input is on
1. From the Main menu, select STATUS.
The Status menu appears.
2. From the Status menu, select GPI.
The GPI Status menu appears.
Figure 3-13: GPI Status Menu
If a GPI is “on” an “X” will appear in the checkbox next to that GPI
number on the menu. An unchecked box indicates that the GPI is
“off.”
These fields cannot be edited. They are for information only.
3. To exit, scroll to and select EXIT.
CHECKING THE STATUS OF GENERAL PUR-
POSE OUTPUTS (GPOS)
A general purpose output or “relay” is a switch that is controlled
remotely. The relay is programmed in the Eclipse Configuration
System software to close a contact whenever an intercom panel’s key
is pressed. When the contact is closed, it completes an electronic
circuit’s signal path so that a remote device, such as a light, is
powered.
A GPO can be programmed to mute a speaker, to turn on an applause
light, to turn on a door lock, or to perform a variety of other functions.
For example, to get the attention of a panel operator working in a
GPI STATUS
GPI 1 [ ]
GPI 5 [ ]
EXIT
GPI 2 [ ] GPI 3 [ ] GPI 4 [ ]
GPI 6 [ ] GPI 7 [ ] GPI 8 [ ]