C-TEC SigTEL 8 Line Master Controller without Handset (ECU-8NT)

The C-TEC ECU-8NT is an 8 line SigTEL Master Controller without a handset, for disabled refuge, fire telephone and stadium marshalling applications. Having no handset, it is ideal for networked SigTEL systems that do not need multiple control points. It connects to up to eight disabled refuge or fire telephone outstations and facilitates compliance with BS 5839-9 when correctly installed.

Key features

• Connects to up to 8 disabled refuge (Type B) or fire telephone (Type A) outstations
• No handset - suits networked systems without multiple control points
• Networking allows systems of up to 224 lines, with optional desk unit control
• Backlit LCD display
• 'Auto-learn' facility for fast system set-up
• 24 hours standby and 3 hours in use with 2 x 12V 7Ah batteries
• Easily interfaced to NC951 accessible toilet alarms, PDA hearing loop systems, strobes, CCTV activation relays, etc.

Technical specifications

• Lines: 8
• Mains supply: 230V 50/60Hz, 500mA
• Internal power supply: 19V-28.5V (27V nominal); output current limited to 1.5A
• Quiescent current: 100mA (with fault buzzer sounding) plus 1mA per Type A and 3.2mA per Type B outstation
• Batteries: 2 x 12V 7Ah VRLA in series (24 hours standby, 3 hours in use)
• Fault relay: changeover, failsafe, 30V 1A max.
• Open collector outputs: OP1 when ringing; OP2 on an active accessible toilet alarm call; OP3 when the handset is off hook
• +24V output for equipment connected to the open collector outputs
• Indicators: 128 x 64 pixel LCD; disablement, system fault, PSU fault, general fault and power on
• Dimensions: base 410mm (W) x 250mm (H) x 80mm (D); lid 439mm (W) x 274mm (H) x 7mm (D)
• Construction: metal lid and base, RAL7035 grey texture; IP20
• Weight: 3.1kg (without batteries)
• Operating temperature: -5°C to +40°C, max. 95% relative humidity