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System 9000 Alarm Annunciator

System 9000 Alarm Annunciator

System 9000 Alarm Annunciator

Product catalog summary
Overview
The System 9000 Alarm Annunciator is a highly reliable and programmable alarm system designed for flexibility and security. It features advanced ASIC/micro-controller technology and a multi-redundant design to eliminate single points of failure. The system is modular and expandable, supporting thousands of alarm points.
Specifications
- Modular, rack-mounted design
- Fully field programmable via Setup Card or RTK software
- Supports ISA-S18.1-1979 (R 1984) alarm sequences
- Offers various display options including LED light boxes and mimic diagrams
- Multi-redundant PSU and communications
- Compatible with various display types and configurations
Features & Benefits
- Total configurability with field programming capabilities
- High-density packaging with up to 109 alarm ways per rack
- First-up alarm identification with multiple sequence options
- Relay outputs for common functions and optional expansion
- Communications facility for data acquisition and integration with SCADA, PLC, and DCS systems
- Isolated inputs and bulb fault indication for enhanced reliability
Advanced Features
- Multi-redundant design for system control and communications
- Line monitoring for alarm contacts and lamp failure
- Alarm management software for screen-based systems
- Timer and repeat relay options to prevent nuisance alarms
- Group Relay Card for additional relay outputs
Installation & Maintenance
- Standard 19in rack mounting with easy expansion
- Wide supply voltage range for flexibility
- Fast card replacement without rewiring
- Interfaces with other plant equipment and monitoring systems
Display Options
- P725LO Lamp-Only Modules for ultra-bright LED illumination
- DF30 Display Facia for modular LED or incandescent lamp displays
- Hazardous Area Displays certified for use in explosive environments
- IP65 Displays for environmental protection
- Mosaic Mimic Displays for comprehensive overview displays
Conclusion
The System 9000 Alarm Annunciator provides independent annunciation of critical plant alarms while communicating with host systems. It offers unparalleled flexibility, reliability, and configurability, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Overview of System 9000 Annunciator
The System 9000 Annunciator converts serial information and drives lampbox displays. It supports multiple input reflashes, discrepancy monitoring, and Boolean logic for alarm management. The system can enter a sleep mode to disable outputs while maintaining alarm monitoring.
Key Features
  • Multiple Input Reflash: Connects up to 24 alarm contacts to a single display window, reflashing upon new alarms.
  • Discrepancy Monitoring: Monitors multiple contacts for synchronization, triggering alarms on faults.
  • Boolean Logic: Uses OR and AND functions to link multiple inputs for alarm conditions.
  • Sleep Mode: Disables outputs while maintaining alarm monitoring, useful for unmanned situations.
  • Multiplexer Functionality: Economically transmits alarm contacts over long distances using System 9000TX and RX modules.
System Configuration
  • Complete Systems: Available in wall-mounted or floor-standing cabinets, customized per customer requirements.
  • Card Types: Includes Active Input, Setup, Relay, Group Relay, Interface, Power Input, and Interconnect Cards, each serving specific functions.
Technical Specifications
  • Inputs: Opto-isolated alarm contacts with configurable operating modes and voltage input options.
  • Outputs: Lamp drive outputs and standard relays for alarm management.
  • Communications: RS485C serial port for data transmission to other systems.
  • General: Operates on 24VDC or 48VDC with compliance to EMC and LVD standards.
Installation and Mechanical Details
  • Rack Specifications: Available in standard and half-rack sizes, expandable with interconnect cables.
  • Mounting Options: Rear or front mounting in standard 19in racks.
  • Connections: Uses rising clamp terminals for secure connections.
Conclusion
The System 9000 Annunciator is a modular, reliable alarm system designed to complement centralized DCS platforms, offering high-speed event capture and clear indication of critical plant conditions.
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technologyMulti-redundant design (nosingle point of failure) including PSU and communicationsModular, rack-mounted designexpandable to thousands of alarm pointsFully field programmable usingthe integral Setup Cardor RTK configuration softwareAlarm sequences to ISA-S18.1-1979 (R 1984) Wide range of displays including mimic diagrams, LED light boxes >

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Pushbutton Inputs The standardrequirement for the majority of alarm annunciators is three pushbuttons for Lamp Test, Accept and Reset. The System 9000 not only allows these standard functions, but can also allocate a further fiveinputs to operate additional more advanced control features. If these arenot required, theyaresimply not used. The additional functions are Silence, System Test, First-up Reset, Sleep and HornInhibit. Interfacing The System 9000 is ideally suited tointerface to other plant equipment. Evenbasic systems come complete with output relays to link to external indicating devices...

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Hazardous Area Displays When supplied through suitable certified interface devices, the System 9000 can be used to drive a display facia in the hazardous area. The DF30IS is a backlit display certified as Ex II 1G, EEx ia IIC T4. The display gives a bright LED illuminated backlit display that matches the safe area versions.The L20 Intrinsically Safe Multiplexercan also be used to drive a hazardous area display using only two cables into the hazardous area. > To complement the System 9000 Alarm Annunciator, RTK Instruments offers a wide range of displays from simple lamp arrays to full mosaic...

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Complete Systems RTK can provide the System 9000 mounted in a wall mounted or floor standing cabinet and provide all the necessary wiring to the displays, PSUs and terminals ready for final installation on site. These panels are quoted against each specific customer requirement; please contact the Sales Office for further details. Multiplexer To cut down on the costs of installing vast numbers of cables across large sites, the System 9000 can be used as an economical multiplexer system, where all the alarm contacts are gathered by a single System 9000TX Module and transmitted serially on 4 wires...

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WITH FIRST OUT FLASHINGAND RESET PUSHBUTTON > PROCESSSEQUENCEVISUALAUDIBLE NormalNormalOffSilent > resetwhilenormal acknowledge toabnormal PROCESSSEQUENCEVISUALAUDIBLE NormalNormalOffSilent > first outreset whilenormalreturn to normal first out resetwhile abnormal acknowledgewhile normalsubsequentto abnormalfirst outresetacknowledgewhile abnormal first toabnormal acknowledge PROCESSSEQUENCEVISUALAUDIBLE Abnormal > or Normal > PROCESSSEQUENCEVISUALAUDIBLE Abnormal > or Normal AcknowledgedOn Silent AlarmFlashing Audible > PROCESSSEQUENCEVISUALAUDIBLE Abnormal > or NormalSubsequent Alarm Fast Flashing...

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Printer PLC PLC Alarm inputs (up to 109/rack)and control inputs (T, A, R) Alarm ManagementSoftwareDCS/ESD Alarm inputs (up to 109/rack)and control inputs (T, A, R)up to 1.2km

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LVDCompliance The unit is designed and manufactured to safety specification BS EN61010-1:1993 Environment > Operating temperature20ְC to +60C Storage temperatureЖ20C to +80аC Humidity095% RH, non-condensing ProtectionIP41 Alarm Contacts Volt-free contacts which can havethe operating mode configured using the Setup Card, to operate toalarm for contact open or to alarmfor contact closed. Lamp Drive All inputs are opto-isolated (isolation voltage 500VDC). By using different wiring configurations, the same system can be used for both: Each output can drive up to 160mA at 24VDC, making it suitable...

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