Honeywell 5817CBXT: Product summary

Overview: The 5817CBXT is a universal contact-monitoring transmitter designed for use with both household and commercial fire and burglary-initiating devices. It sends an RF signal to a control panel upon activation, alerting a central station of a burglary or fire alarm.

Features and Benefits:

  • Three unique input loops (zones) with the first loop being supervised for high-priority alarms.
  • Built-in normally closed reed switch and an additional normally closed burglary loop.
  • Fourth loop with tamper switches for protection.
  • UL Listed for residential and commercial fire and burglary.

Mounting Instructions:

  1. Remove the transmitter cover using a small screwdriver.
  2. Disengage the mounting plate and slide it downward.
  3. For concealed wiring, feed wires through the entry hole on the plate.
  4. Install the mounting plate using the supplied screws, ensuring proper operation of the back tamper.
  5. Set the DIP switch for desired primary loop characteristics after enrolling the transmitter’s input IDs.

Technical Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 1-9/16″ W x 3-1/2″ H x 1-3/16″ D (40mm x 89mm x 30mm).
  • Battery: 3V CR123 Lithium.
  • UL Listings: Commercial Fire UL 864, Household Fire UL 985, Household Burg UL 1023, Commercial Burg UL 365, UL 609, UL 1076, UL 1610.

Wiring Connections:

  • Connect loop wiring to the unit’s terminals before installing the battery.
  • Primary loop 1 requires an end-of-line resistor and should not exceed 20 feet from the transmitter.
  • Loop 3 contact device should not be more than 3 feet from the transmitter for UL installations.

Ordering Information: The 5817CBXT Wireless Commercial Transmitter is available for order. Ensure the DIP switch is set to OFF for control panel enrollment.

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