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Frequently Asked Question

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Q. In normal operation what Radio Frequency does the Hyfire Radio System work on?
A. The Hyfire Radio System works at 868Mhz.


Q. What is the maximum number of Expanders allowed to be connected to 1 Translator Cluster?
A. You can connect 7 Expanders in total to 1 Translator.


Q. Does the Translator take a Loop Address at the panel?
A. Yes, the Translator takes a Loop Address at the panel.


Q. How many devices can be connected to 1 Translator cluster?
A. You can connect a maximum of 32 devices to 1 Translator cluster.


Q. How many OUTPUT devices can be connected to 1 Translator?
A. You can connect a maximum of 16 OUTPUT devices to 1 Translator cluster.


Q. What is the minimum dB value Sterling Safety Systems suggests you should have in the radio system?
A. Sterling Safety Systems suggests a minimum of 20dB in the radio system.


Q. What is the maximum number of Expanders allowed in a daisy chain?
A. You can connect 5 Expanders in a daisy chain from the Translator.


Q. Does an Expander take a Loop Address at the panel?
A. No, the Expander does not take a Loop Address at the panel.


Q. Can the Expander be set up to monitor mains failure?
A. Yes, the Expander can be set up to monitor the PSU mains failure via the PSU Mains Fault Relay.


Q. If the batteries are replaced in a device does it need to be re-learnt onto the Translator/Expander?
A. No, all the data is stored in Non Volatile Memory.


Q. What is the recommended minimum distance between Translator or Expanders?
A. Sterling Safety Systems recommends Translator or Expanders are no closer than 2M to each other.


Q. In normal operation what position should the programming switch be left in?
A. The programming switch should be left in the “1” position, the “ON” position is used during programming.


Q. In an installation how is the Translator powered?
A. The Translator is loop powered.


Q. In an Installation how is the Expander powered?
A. The Expander requires a 24V external PSU.


 
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