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as DGP number 16. The device number – its address – is set in each device attached to
the bus by a DIP switch or through software. There are no limitations as to the sequence
of addresses of the connected devices. The control panel queries each ATS system
component connected to the system data bus. Lack of response to the polling signals
sent triggers the tamper alarm with appropriate consequences. Therefore providing
reliable communications between the control panel and peripheral equipment is very
important to proper system function.
RAS 1-16
DGP 1-15
ATS Control
Panel
(DGP 16)
System Bus
Drawing 3-2 Basic construction of the Advisor MASTER system bus.
The system bus communications are implemented using the RS485 interface – a serial
data port with balanced and symmetric connection – one of the most interference
resistant systems used in electronics.
Table 3-1 Characteristic parameters of the system bus
Parameter Value
Interface RS485
Transmission mode Half Duplex
Bandwidth (bps) 4800
Range (m) 1500
Loop resistance (Ohm) 235
The provided bandwidth is adequate due to the system of distributed processing
implemented. Each system expansion has it’s own processor, and all necessary data
processing equipment for analyzing the system inputs. The RS485 interface range –
1500m – is guaranteed under optimal working conditions: with proper line fitting, and
appropriate wiring.
Line fitting is done using resistors placed at the start and end of the transmission line.
This operation secures a typical value for system bus resistance is 235Ohm. All ATS
system devices, except the ATS1190/92 Smart card readers, and hands free sensors
expansion ATS1230, working with the system bus have inbuilt terminating resistors,
activated via a jumper or DIP switch. Regardless of the circumstances the resistors can
only be activated in the two most distant, opposite ends of the network.
3.1.1 Wiring
For proper data transmission only three wires are necessary, a twisted pair for D+ and D-
signals, and power supply 0V for reference – Drawing 3-3. Nevertheless, to achieve the
maximum data transfer range, care about the proper technical parameters of the wires
must be taken.
Suggested cables: The suggested cables for the ATS system bus– RS485, 4800bps –
are:
• Belden 8723
• Aritech WCAT52
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