Interface Modules

Interface modules convert the 4-wire signals of a central matrix port to other types of signals that communicate with devices such as telephones, camera intercoms, two-way radios, and so on. In this way non-4-wire devices can communicate with the central matrix.

Note:

The term central matrix is used to differentiate the core hardware and software from the connected intercom panels and interfaces. The central matrix itself consists of the matrix hardware (the Eclipse HX-Omega matrix) and the EHX configuration software.

Each interface module has hardware connectors to connect to both the central matrix and the external device that communicates with the central matrix.

Most interface modules connect to the central matrix via shielded CAT-5 cable terminated with RJ-45 connectors.

Notes:	The DIG-2 digital interface module connects to the central matrix via double-shielded 24 AWG conductor category-6 enhanced (CAT-6E) STP cable.
	The type of cable used to connect the interface module to the non-4-wire device varies with the device. For more information about the operation, installation, and maintenance of an interface module, as well as cabling information, see the specific documentation (user guide / manual) for each interface.

The following interface modules are compatible with the Eclipse HX-Omega matrix:

TEL-14 telephone interface module.
CCI-22 dual party-line interface module.
FOR-22 four-wire interface.
GPI-6 general purpose inputs interface module.
RLY-6 relay (general-purpose outputs) interface module.
AES-6 digital interface module used with V-Series panels fitted with the AES-3 option card. It may also be used with AES-3 compliant third party equipment.
DIG-2 digital interface module (transparent to the system, configured in EHX as the type of panel it is connected to). Only used for V-Series panels fitted with the T-Adapter option card and ICSxx T type panels.

An MVX card (or E-Pico) is required to use the following interface cards:

CCI-22
FOR-22
TEL-14
AES-6
DIG-2