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Gent Vigilon Hybrid Network Card

Part no.VIG-NC-HYBRID
BrandGent
RangeGent Legacy
Sub-rangeV3+
Gent by Honeywell Vigilon hybrid network card — main product photograph

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At a glance

  • Phased BS-to-EN migrationAllows BS and EN Vigilon panels and nodes to share a network during upgrade.
  • Temporary hybrid networkThe network conversion to EN is completed within three years.
  • BS panel and node installationA hybrid card is fitted in each BS panel or node during the first phase.
  • Copper RS485 connectionsFits backplane P8, card 6, with network wiring at P10.
  • Four baud settingsSupports 2400, 9600, 19.2K and 38.4K baud.
  • Card reuse during conversionA retained card changes to a V4.xx chip when its host converts to EN.

Documents

PDFInstallation manual (VIG-NC-HYBRID) (PDF, 7.3 MB)
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Description

The Gent VIG-NC-HYBRID lets BS and EN Vigilon panels and network nodes share a network during a planned upgrade. A hybrid card is fitted in each BS panel or node so it can communicate using the EN network protocol while the upgrade proceeds in stages. The mixed network is temporary, with conversion to EN completed within three years. The card uses copper RS485 links and fits backplane socket P8, card 6, with wiring at P10. Its DIP switches set the address and baud rate. Supported baud rates are 2400, 9600, 19.2K and 38.4K, with cable runs up to 1.2 km between panels or nodes, depending on cable type. Supplied as one network card.

VIG-NC-HYBRID enables BS Vigilon panels and nodes to communicate on EN network protocol during a phased network upgrade. The mixed BS/EN network is a temporary arrangement: all panels and nodes on that network must be converted to EN within three years.

Read the full technical description

VIG-NC-HYBRID enables BS Vigilon panels and nodes to communicate on EN network protocol during a phased network upgrade. The mixed BS/EN network is a temporary arrangement: all panels and nodes on that network must be converted to EN within three years.

The first phase installs a hybrid card in each BS panel or node. The second phase converts the panels, nodes and associated cards to EN operation and converts their cause-and-effect configuration. The work needs a trained engineer, Commissioning Tool V1.33 and Configuration Conversion Tool V1.0. When the same network card is retained after a panel is converted, its V3.xx chip is replaced with a V4.xx chip.

The card fits P8, card 6, on the backplane, with network wiring at terminal block P10. SW1 switches 8 to 3 set the address and switches 2 and 1 set the baud rate. Baud options are 2400, 9600, 19.2K and 38.4K. Copper links can run up to 1.2 km between panels or nodes, depending on the cable type; Cable options include Belden 9729.

During mixed BS/EN operation, a BS panel represents received disablement events as warnings. Event interpretation and counts can therefore differ across the network while the upgrade is in progress. For chip changes, use the VS-Extractor tool and replace the extractor after 100 uses.

Specifications

Product typeHybrid network card
ApplicationTemporary BS/EN Vigilon network during planned upgrade
Upgrade time limitComplete network conversion to EN within 3 years
Initial hostBS Vigilon panel or network node
Network connectionCopper RS485
Backplane positionP8, card 6
Network terminalsP10
Baud rates2400, 9600, 19.2K and 38.4K
Address/baud switchesSW1: switches 8-3 address; 2-1 baud
Inter-panel/node cable distanceUp to 1.2 km, dependent on cable type
Cable optionBelden 9729
Dimensions128 mm high × 100 mm wide × 10 mm deep
WeightApproximately 72 g
Temperature and humidity0°C to +45°C operating; -10°C to +55°C storage; up to 90% RH, non-condensing
Supplied with1 network card

Specifications per manufacturer documentation, subject to change. E&OE.

Documents

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Installation manual (VIG-NC-HYBRID)Installation7.3 MBDownload PDF

FAQs

What does VIG-NC-HYBRID do during a network upgrade?

It lets BS and EN Vigilon panels and network nodes coexist on the same network during a planned conversion. A hybrid card is installed in each BS panel or node so the network can communicate using EN protocol. The panels, nodes and associated cards are then converted in stages, with their cause-and-effect configuration converted as part of that work. The mixed network is temporary, and the conversion of the whole network to EN must be completed within three years.

Can the hybrid network remain in service indefinitely?

The mixed BS/EN arrangement is for a planned upgrade completed within three years. During that period, BS panels and nodes use hybrid cards to communicate using EN network protocol while the remaining conversion work proceeds. The panels and their configuration are converted in stages. Mixed operation has differences in event interpretation: a BS panel shows received disablement events as warnings. The temporary network therefore forms part of the conversion programme, with all panels and nodes ultimately converted to EN.

Where does VIG-NC-HYBRID fit and connect?

The card fits socket P8, card 6, on the backplane of the panel or node. The network cables connect at terminal block P10. Copper links can run up to 1.2 km between panels or nodes, depending on the cable type, and Belden 9729 is a cable option. The card's SW1 DIP switches set address and baud. Switches 8 to 3 handle the address, while switches 2 and 1 select one of the four baud settings.

Can the hybrid card be retained when a panel is converted to EN?

Yes, the card can be retained during the conversion by replacing its V3.xx chip with a V4.xx chip. This happens as the host panel or node and its associated cards are converted to EN operation. The cause-and-effect configuration also needs conversion before being returned to the upgraded panel. Chip removal uses the VS-Extractor tool, with the extractor replaced after 100 uses. The network conversion work is carried out by an engineer trained for the upgrade process.

Which tools and configuration work does the upgrade need?

The upgrade procedure uses Commissioning Tool V1.33 and Configuration Conversion Tool V1.0. The engineer retrieves the BS panel or node configuration, adds the domain number before conversion, converts the cause and effect to EN and returns the converted configuration to the upgraded equipment. The panels and nodes are converted in stages after the hybrid cards have been installed. The work is carried out by a trained engineer, with commissioning tests used to verify the configuration changes.

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