Driver documentation
The extract below from the North documentation shows compatible equipment, available values, and prerequisites.
Download the full document: Kentec Driver Manual (PDF, 84 pages).
Technical summary
| Driver version | Kentec v1.4 |
|---|---|
| Physical connection | RS232 |
| Interface licence | Required Starting the Kentec driver requires an interface licence. |
| Available on Commander | Factory installed Firmware updates available via cloud update and included with ObSys engineering software. |
| Available on ObSys |
Software
ObSys engineering software
ObSys Setup provides a complete toolkit for configuring the Kentec driver, including firmware updates, drivers, and documentation.
ObSys released July 2026 (130 MB)
Download ObSys Setup
Version history
Build 2025.05.29
Fixed on-board I/O (loop 0) reporting to offset device and sub-addresses.
Build 2022.09.12
Resolved issue with Panel Action object not working correctly.
Build 2021.08.27
New version
New driver interfacing to the Kentec Taktis range of fire detection panels.
Build 2020.08.10
Added .Q object
Getting help
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