Gent Replacement Main Control PCB for Compact Plus Control Panel
| Part no. | VCS-MCB-PLUS |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gent |
| Range | Compact Plus |
| Sub-range | Compact Plus Spares |
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At a glance
- Replacement main control PCBThe VCS-MCB-PLUS replaces the Master Control Board in an existing Vigilon Compact Plus panel.
- Compact Plus node fitThe board also fits the Compact Plus network node.
- Two loop card positionsIn a Compact Plus panel, CARD1 takes the first loop card; the second fits CARD2 or the socket on the network card when fitted.
- Defined network card positionA network card fits in CARD2, with the second loop card fitted onto that network card when used.
- Configuration transfer procedureSave the working panel configuration before the change and check whether the existing IC16 backup chip is suitable to transfer.
- NVM protection linkHardware link P13 controls protection of the non-volatile configuration memory.
Description
The Gent VCS-MCB-PLUS is the replacement main control PCB, or Master Control Board, for a Vigilon Compact Plus fire alarm panel. It also fits the Compact Plus network node. In a panel, the first loop card fits CARD1 and the second fits CARD2 or the socket on a network card. Before replacing a board in a working panel, retrieve and save the site system configuration at the commissioning tool. Socket IC3 holds the firmware chip, IC16 holds the backup configuration chip and link P13 controls NVM protection. Record the old board's IC3 firmware number before setting SW2 on the replacement.
VCS-MCB-PLUS is the replacement main control PCB, or Master Control Board (MCB), for a Vigilon Compact Plus panel. It also fits the Compact Plus network node.
Read the full technical description
VCS-MCB-PLUS is the replacement main control PCB, or Master Control Board (MCB), for a Vigilon Compact Plus panel. It also fits the Compact Plus network node.
In a Compact Plus panel, the MCB accommodates two loop cards. The first fits CARD1. Without a network card, the second fits CARD2 on the MCB. When a network card is used, it occupies CARD2 and the second loop card fits onto the network card.
If the panel is working correctly, retrieve and save its configuration at the commissioning tool before powering it down. Record the firmware number from IC3 on the old board before setting SW2 on the replacement. The backup configuration chip sits in IC16. A corrupt or incompatible chip must be left out of the replacement board; restore the last saved configuration from the commissioning tool after power up instead.
Hardware link P13 controls NVM protection. Enable that protection once the configuration has been backed up to NVM. The unprotected setting allows configuration work during commissioning. The VigInsite firmware update route requires VCS-MCB-PLUS firmware V4.54 or later and an SD card.
Specifications
| Part number | VCS-MCB-PLUS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Gent |
| Part type | Replacement main control PCB / Master Control Board |
| Panel fit | Vigilon Compact Plus |
| Additional listed host | Compact Plus network node |
| Loop card accommodation | Two loop cards |
| First loop card position | CARD1 on MCB |
| Second loop card position | CARD2 on MCB, or on the network card when fitted |
| Network card position | CARD2 on MCB |
| Firmware socket | IC3 |
| Backup configuration socket | IC16 (NVM) |
| Hardware NVM protection | Link P13 |
Specifications per manufacturer documentation, subject to change. E&OE.
Documents
| Document | Type | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation manual (VCS-IDOOR-PLUS, VCS-MCB-PLUS, VCS-ODOOR-PLUS) | Installation | 5.7 MB | Download PDF |
| Installation manual (VCS-MCB-PLUS) | Installation | 169 KB | Download PDF |
FAQs
What does VCS-MCB-PLUS replace?
VCS-MCB-PLUS is the replacement main control PCB, or Master Control Board, for a Vigilon Compact Plus fire alarm panel. It also fits the Compact Plus network node. In a Compact Plus panel, the board accommodates two loop cards: the first fits CARD1, and the second fits CARD2 or the socket on a network card. Socket IC3 holds the firmware chip, while IC16 holds the backup configuration chip. Hardware link P13 controls protection of the non-volatile configuration memory.
How do the loop cards fit when a network card is present?
The VCS-MCB-PLUS can accommodate two loop cards, but their positions depend on the network arrangement. The first loop card fits CARD1 on the MCB. Without a network card, the second loop card fits CARD2. If a network card is used, that card must occupy CARD2 on the MCB and the second loop card fits onto the network card. With this arrangement, the Compact Plus panel retains two detection loops when connected to a network.
What happens to the panel configuration during a board change?
If the panel is functioning correctly, retrieve and save its configuration at the commissioning tool before removing power. The backup configuration chip is in socket IC16 on the old Master Control Board. A corrupt or incompatible chip must not be transferred to the replacement board. In that case, send the last saved system configuration from the commissioning tool to the replacement board after the panel has powered up. Enable NVM protection with hardware link P13 once the configuration has been backed up to NVM.
How do the firmware and configuration settings affect replacement?
Record the firmware number from IC3 on the old board before setting SW2 on the replacement VCS-MCB-PLUS. Before powering down a working panel, retrieve and save its configuration at the commissioning tool. The backup configuration chip is in IC16; a corrupt or incompatible chip must be left out of the replacement board. Restore the last saved configuration after power up when needed. The VigInsite firmware update route requires board firmware V4.54 or later and an SD card.
How is the saved configuration protected on the replacement board?
Hardware link P13 controls NVM protection on the VCS-MCB-PLUS. NVM is the non-volatile memory that holds the panel configuration. The unprotected setting allows configuration work during commissioning. Once the configuration has been backed up to NVM, enable protection with P13. Before replacing the board in a working panel, retrieve and save the configuration at the commissioning tool. If the old IC16 backup chip is corrupt or incompatible, leave it out and restore the last saved configuration from the commissioning tool after power up.