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Fuses – The system
has built-in fuses (0.5 – 8A) which are set in the EmpirBus™
software. Conventional fuses are omitted and less space is required.
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Interlock function - Each
channel, both inputs and outputs can be controlled by up to
8 other channels. This makes it possible to have one output
channel controlled by two input channels, where both need to
be activated to operate the output channel. This function is
useful on consumers like a windlass where large forces are in
motion and an accidental release or activation could be dangerous.
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Delay functions –
All input channels in the EmpirBus™ can be set with a
delay. This feature makes it possible to turn out the light
and having it lit for a set period of time. Long enough to lock
and leave the boat with out having to stumble in the dark.
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Default alarm – All
the output channels on the bus are equipped with a functionality
alarm. This makes a light emitting diode indicate if a consumer
as a light bulb would stop working. Conventional ships are required
to have this function on all its lanterns.
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On/Off indication –
The bus is equipped with a true running indication feature.
This is activate, not only when the input channel is activated
but when the output channel is delivering power. A dimming module
could be used to decrease the light of the diode when navigating
at night.
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Modifications – EmpirBus™
makes it easy to modify and redraw the functions in a system.
Since all the I/O’s are controlled by the bus they can
be reconfigured in the EmpirBus™ software with out having
to rewire any cables.
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Circuit diagram –
The EmpirBus™ software automatically generates a circuit
diagram of the system. Changes could be printed at any time
giving up-to-date installation diagrams to reduce errors.
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