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Fig. 1 801AP MX Service Too l

801AP MX SERVICE TOOL

USER INSTRUCTIONS

1. INTRODUCTION

The 801AP MX Service Tool is used to program the loop address
into MX addressable devices. (A Quick Functional Reference
Table is detailed on page 9).

The 801AP displays information and performs tests on devices.
It has a 32 character backlit LCD alphanumeric display, arranged
in 2 rows of 16 characters and four ‘softkeys’, F1, F2, F3 and F4.
(The display format is shown in Fig. 5).

Power for the 801AP is derived from 4 AA size nickel metal
hydride rechargeable batteries. It may be run from an unregulated
+12V dc input, ie, car cigarette lighter connection or 110/230V
ac mains adaptor, both of which will recharge the batteries as
well. The 801AP consists of the following:

• MX Service Tool

• Service Tool to ancillary connector lead

• 110 or 230V ac adaptor plus lead

• 4 x rechargeable AA size Nickel Metal Hydride

batteries

The 801AP is designed to be used as a desktop unit, clipped to a
trouser belt or be carried with a shoulder strap. The 801AP has
four external connections:

DC IN +12V From car cigarette lighter or

110/230V ac mains adaptor

AUX Ancillary connection port

PC PC connection port for use with

MX CONSYS (not yet available)

μP Internal micro-processor progr am

download port for use with PMS ­Program Management Software.

Detectors are programmed by placing the detector onto the
801AP and turning clockwise until fully engaged.

Ancillaries are programmed via the AUX port on the 801AP.
The ancillary programming cable consists of an RJ11
connector at one end and a custom moulded connector at the
other end.

2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

2.1 MECHANICAL

Dimensions

HWD: 48 x 200 x 112mm

Weight

801AP Service Tool: 0.36kg
801AP Service Tool + batteries: 0.5kg

Materials

Top: FR ABS Dark Blue
Bottom: FR ABS Dark Blue

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2.2 ELECTRICAL

Batteries: 4 x rechargeable AA size

Nickel Metal Hydride

Operating Time Up to 15 hours (dependent
(Batteries only) on battery charge and usage)

The ac adaptor is required when testing high current MX
addressable devices, including the SAM800/SAB800/
SAB801.

2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating Temperature: 0°C to +45°C
Storage Temperature: 0°C to +50°C
Relative Humidity: 90% (non-condensing)

Battery Disposal: No special considerations are

applicable in the UK at time of
writing. (Check with local
authorities).

2.4 EMC

The 801AP MX Service Tool meets the requirements of the
EU EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.

3. OPERATION

IMPORTANT:

FULLY CHARGE THE BATTERIES FOR 10

HOURS BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

RECHARGE THE BATTERIES AS SOON AS
THE LOW BATTERY INDICATOR APPEARS.

DO NOT OPEN BATTERY LID WHILE THE UNIT

IS SWITCHED ON.

3.1 STARTING UP

3.1.1 INSTALLING BATTERIES

To install/change the batteries, proceed as follows:

a) Unscrew the two screws on the base of the 801AP,

using a cross-point screwdriver, holding the battery
compartment cover whilst removing it.

b) Insert the batteries ensuring correct polarity as sho wn

inside the battery compartment.

c) Replace the battery compartment cover and screw

down.

CAUTION:

ENSURE ONLY NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE USED AND

FULLY CHARGED BEFORE USE.

3.1.2 CHARGING AND MAINS USE

The 801AP has its own built-in charging circuit, powered by
the mains adaptor. The batteries are boost-charged for 4-5
hours and reach full charge within 10 hours.

The 801AP can be powered from the mains supply using the
DC adaptor. If batteries are installed, this allows them to be
charged at the same time. For low battery indicator , see page 7.

3.2 PASSWORD PROTECTION

The 801AP MX Service Tool is switched ON/OFF by pressing
any button for more than 3 seconds. The following example
screen showing the software revision number , is displayed for
2 seconds when the Service Tool is switched on:

Note that the ‘E’ displayed stands for English version.
(appropriate letters are used for other languages). The Service
Tool then displays:

Note: The following information on Password

Protection is CRUCIAL to the operation of the
MX Service Tool.

Fig. 2 Battery Compartment

MX SERVICE TOOL
Rev 2.30.2012E

Password:

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The Service Tool requires a 6-digit password to be entered.
The password is different for each service tool and will be
issued by the respective branch office.

The password uses only the digits 1 to 4, and may be entered
by pressing the corresponding buttons F1 to F4; eg, button F1
to enter 1, button F2 to enter 2, etc.

The user has 3 attempts to enter the correct code. On the 4th
attempt the following screen is displayed:

The user must telephone the branch office to get the correct
6-digit password at this point.

WARNING:

FAILURE TO ENTER THE CORRECT

PASSWORD AT THE FOURTH ATTEMPT

WILL RESULT IN THE SERVICE TOOL

SWITCHING OFF AND ALLOWING ONLY ONE

ATTEMPT ON SUBSEQUENT POWERING UP

OF THE UNIT.

The password has an expiry time associated with it.
The hours left indicates the actual usage (switched on) time

remaining.

CAUTION:

ONCE THE HOURS LEFT REACHES ZERO,

THE SERVICE TOOL BECOMES

INOPERABLE AND MUST BE RETURNED TO

THE BRANCH OFFICE.

When there is less than 50 hours, the expiry time appears. The
screen displays the expiry time in the form of ‘Hours Left’:

On successful entry of the password, the following screen is

displayed:

This is the start of the main menu options, which are
discussed further in para. 3.5.

Phone Base
Password:

Hours Left: 46
Password:

(example)

<-- Select -->
ADDRESS PROGRAM

3.3 CONNECTING TO A DEVICE

Detectors are inserted as shown in Fig. 3. Use the marking on
the service tool (above F1 button) to align the detector. Place
detector in position 1 to engage and then twist clockwise to
position 2 to lock.

Ancillaries are connected to the ‘AUX’ socket using the
ancillary connection lead connector lead as shown in Fig. 4.

Note:

1) It is good practice to connect only a detector or
ancillary at any one time. However, the Ser vice
Tool is equipped with a port interlock feature.
When the ancillary lead is connected to the ‘Aux’
socket, communication with the detector will be
disabled. When the ancillar y lead is removed,
the detector will be able to communicate.

Fig. 3 Connecting a detector

POSITION 2

POSITION 1

MARKING

Fig. 4 Connecting to an ancillary

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