Advanced MxPro 4 Ad-NeT Network Card
Summary
The Ad-NeT network system provides a comprehensive solution for connecting MxPro 4 series control panels, remote terminals and network peripherals using standard fire resistant two-core cable. This advanced networking solution combines the advantages of distributed intelligence with reduced installation costs, making it suitable for systems ranging from small two-panel networks to large 200-panel wide area installations.
Operating as a true peer-to-peer system, the Ad-NeT network enables seamless information transfer from any input or output device across the network, displaying data on any MxPro 4 control panel or remote terminal as required. The system supports instant recognition of new panels once assigned a valid network node address, allowing for flexible system expansion at any time.
For complex installations, the Windows-based PC-NeT Mx configuration software provides sector-based programming capabilities for control functions including Mute, Silence, Resound and Reset, along with investigation delays, group disablement and test instructions. The system supports comprehensive cause and effect programming, enabling any input device to control any output device across any panel in the network.
Features
- Up to 200 panel network with fault tolerant option
- 1.5km maximum distance between control panels
- Network systems share up to 1000 zones
- True peer-to-peer network topology for distributed intelligence
- Instant panel recognition when assigned valid network node address
- Built-in network analyser providing diagnostic and status information
- Transmission prevention facility for fires or faults during commissioning
- Windows-based PC-NeT Mx configuration software for advanced programming
- Sector-based programming for control functions
- Flexible cause and effect programming across all network devices
- Zonal-based network information display
- Standard fire resistant two-core cable installation
- Two network card options: standard (32 nodes) and fault tolerant (200 nodes)
- On-board LED indication for transmit and receive status
- Fault tolerant option with loop topology and single fault tolerance
FAQ
What is the difference between the standard and fault tolerant network cards?
The standard network card (Mxp-003) supports up to 32 nodes (50 with signal buffer) with a maximum total cable length of 1.5km. The fault tolerant network card (Mxp-009) supports up to 200 nodes with 1.5km between each node and a maximum total loop length of 20km. The fault tolerant version includes built-in diagnostics, full monitoring for short and open circuit faults, and can withstand a single fault between nodes without communication loss.
How many zones can be shared across the network?
Network systems can share up to 1000 zones across all connected panels and devices.
What type of cable is required for Ad-NeT installation?
The recommended cable is 2 core twisted-pair plus screen, using standard fire resistant two-core cable.
Can panels be added to an existing network?
Yes, additional panels can be added at any time. All other nodes on the Ad-NeT system will instantly recognize a new panel as soon as it is given a valid network node address.
What is the maximum distance between control panels?
The maximum distance between control panels is 1.5km for both standard and fault tolerant network configurations.
What programming capabilities are available for complex systems?
The Windows-based PC-NeT Mx configuration software allows sector-based programming for Mute, Silence, Resound and Reset control keys, as well as investigation delays, group disablement and test instructions. Any input device can be programmed to operate any output device on any panel for cause and effect programming.
Specifications
- Network Connections Input: A/B SCN (Screen)
- Network Connections Output: A/B SCN (Screen)
- On-Board Indication: 2 Red LEDs (LED 1 illuminates when data is transmitted, LED 2 illuminates when data is received)
- Supply Current Mxp-003: 20mA
- Supply Current Mxp-009: 61mA
- Power Source: All power taken directly from the panel motherboard
- Temperature Range: -5°C to 40°C
- Humidity: 95% non-condensing (maximum)
- Dimensions: 85mm x 65mm x 20mm (H x W x D)
- Mounting: Mounting pillars provided on panel chassis
- Recommended Cable: 2 Core twisted-pair plus screen
- Maximum Network Nodes Standard: 32 (50 with signal buffer)
- Maximum Network Nodes Fault Tolerant: 200
- Maximum Cable Length Standard: 1.5km total
- Maximum Cable Length Fault Tolerant: 1.5km between nodes, 20km total loop
- Network Topology Standard: Peer-to-peer
- Network Topology Fault Tolerant: Loop with single fault tolerance
Downloads
- Datasheet (Abobe PDF)
Additional information
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
|---|---|
| Fault Tolerant | No, Yes |