Dynamic Exit Sign Control: Wired & Wireless Configurations

This guide details the two primary methods for controlling the Dynamic Exit Sign’s active states (Green Arrow vs. Red Cross) using a Fire Panel interface.

Option 1: Direct Wired Control

In this scenario, the Fire Panel is hardwired directly to the inverter control terminal on the exit sign.

• Functionality: This method allows the Fire Panel to trigger the Red Cross (X) activation only.

• Normal Operation: The standard directional indication (Green Arrow Left, Right, Straight, or Off) is configured manually using the jumper settings located on each side of the exit sign.

• System Compatibility: Since the wireless radio is not being used for control, the device can be added to a Ektor Lynk wireless system for emergency reporting and monitoring.

Wiring Diagram

Summary:

• Input: 12-24V DC signal directly to Inverter.

• Control: Red X only.

• Lynk Monitoring: Supported.

Option 2: Wireless Control via zc-io-6

In this scenario, the Fire Panel connects to a zc-io-6 input unit. The zc-io-6 then sends wireless commands to the exit sign to change its state.

• Functionality: This method allows the Fire Panel to trigger both the Green Arrow and the Red Cross (X) remotely.

• Pre-Pairing: The zc-io-6 and the Dynamic Exit Sign come pre-paired on a standalone wireless Thread network.

• System Compatibility: Because the device is pre-paired to the zc-io-6, it cannot be added to a Ektor Lynk wireless network for monitoring. The wireless radio is dedicated to the communication between the IO interface and the Sign.

Wiring Diagram

Summary:

• Input: Fire Panel connects to zc-io-6 (4-wire bus).

• Control: Green Arrow and Red X.

• Lynk Monitoring: Not Supported (while paired to zc-io-6).

Advanced Configuration & Troubleshooting

Switching from zc-io-6 Control to Lynk Monitoring

If you require the Dynamic Exit Sign to be monitored via a Ektor Lynk system, you must unpair it from the zc-io-6.

1. Factory Reset: You must factory reset the emergency exit sign. This is done using the zencontrol Express App on a mobile or tablet device.

2. Result: Once reset, the device is no longer paired to the ZC-IO-6. It can now be discovered and added to a Lynk network.

3. Loss of Function: Once unpaired, the zc-io-6 will no longer control the sign. You must revert to Option 1 (Wired Control) to trigger the Red X.

Lynk Emergency Levels (Advanced Users)

For advanced users integrating the sign into a Lynk system (after a reset/unpair from the zc-io-6), the dynamic states can be controlled by setting specific Emergency Levels: