The Software House I8, R8, and I8-CSI modules provide a flexible, cost-effective means to expand the input and output functionality of any iSTAR or apC access controller. Common applications include alarm monitoring and control and elevator control.
The I8 input module provides eight Class A supervised inputs. Three LEDs per input help the installer commission and troubleshoot each input circuit - red if the input is in alarm, green for normal, and yellow for a supervision error. LEDs may be turned off via a DIP switch setting
The I8-CSI module enhances the functionality of the standard I8 module by supporting numerous supervised circuit types and EOL resistance values. This allows the I8-CSI to accommodate existing field wiring without changing EOL resistors. More than 20 different circuit types are supported. The circuit type is selected via a bank of DIP switches and applies to all eight inputs on the I8-CSI.
The R8 output module provides eight Form C dry contact relay outputs. A red status LED per output shows the state of the relay.
All modules feature a dedicated input for an external cabinet tamper switch and mount easily in the Software House RM-CAN or RM-DCM-CAN enclosure. The modules communicate with iSTAR or apC controllers via the two-wire RM bus that allows total wiring distances of up to 1,220 m (4,000 ft). Up to eight I8s and eight R8s can be connected to each apC, iSTAR eX, and iSTAR Pro eight-reader model; up to 16 of each module can be connected to the iSTAR Pro 16-reader model.
