User's Manual
Once a link is established between eCAP and the alarm system, the eCAP handles further
communications and informs eKERNEL when relevant information is to be exchanged.
Functional description
In general, eCAP is designed to provide eKERNEL with alarm information. This is carried out
using a <msgrqs> message request. For some interfaces eKERNEL must send feedback to
the alarm system, a process that is handled through <msgrpy> message reply request.
Important:
The eCAP module is compatible with a number of alarm system installations. However,
many of the supported vendors offer a broad variety of hardware and software environments,
all of which are not necessarily compatible with eCAP. For example, the fact that one NIRA
serial protocol is implemented does not mean that every version of serial input from NIRA
is compatible. Ensure that a specific alarm-system model is supported by DECT Messenger
before purchasing or installing it. In most cases manufacturers are not using the same
standard for all of their equipment, so obtain information on protocols and specifications.
Avaya recommends pre-sales consultation. If necessary, a modification of the current
release of eCAP can be made to embed new protocols.
The most typical protocols are listed in Table 5: Supported manufacturer/model protocols on
page 100 and described in more detail in the pages following the table. Refer to the protocol
specifications of each vendor for more information, as detailed protocol issues are beyond the
scope of this document. The information in
Table 5: Supported manufacturer/model
protocols on page 100 provides a list of supported manufacturers and models. This information
is provided on an as-is basis, to illustrate the eCAP module.
Table 5: Supported manufacturer/model protocols
Manufacturer
Model
ARGINA *BASE
ARITECH *BASE
ARITECH 1
BEMAC DIANA 1
BEMAC DIANA 2
ELDAD L:48-0:RC-1:SR-2:SS-3:SS-4:SR
GENERIC *BASE
GENT 3400
GENT VIGILON EN54
M-TECH ESPRESSO
NIRA *BASE
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