IGNIS 1000 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM

IGNIS 1520M
AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING
SYSTEM CONTROLLER

Installation and Maintenance Manual

ID-E294-011GB

IA Edition
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The IGNIS 1520M automatic fire extinguishing controller (control panel) covered by the present
manual complies with the requirements of the following European Union Directives:

CPD 89/106/EWG on construction materials;

LVD 2006/95/WE on electric equipment, intended for application in certain voltage range;
EMC 2004/108/WE on electromagnetic compatibility.

The IGNIS 1520M extinguishing control panel has been approved with the EC-Certificate of
Conformity No. 1438/CPD/0095 issued by the Scientific and Research Centre for Fire Protection
(CNBOP) Józefów, Poland, an EU notified authority No. 1438, confirming its compliance with the
requirements of the PN-EN 12094-1:2006 standard.

The certificate may be downloaded from www.polon-alfa.pl web site.

1438

Polon-Alfa Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością Sp. k.

155, Glinki Street, PL 85-861 Bydgoszcz, POLAND
07
1438/CPD/0095

EN 12094-1
IGNIS 1520M Automatic Fire Extinguishing Controller (A class)
Application – fire safety

Technical data - IK-E294-001GB manual

Read the manual carefully before the detector assembling and commissioning.
Any nonconformity with the instructions contained in the manual may be harmful or may cause
violation of the law in force
POLON-ALFA bears no responsibility for any damage resulting from usage inconsistent with the
manual.

A waste product, unsuitable for further use, shall be passed to

a waste electric and electronic equipment collection point.

NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications of products at any time
without prior notice.
CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 5
1.1 CONTENTS OF DOCUMENTATION .................................................................................... 5
1.2 CONTROL PANEL APPLICATION......................................................................................... 5
1.3 SAFETY CONDITIONS ......................................................................................................... 5
1.3.1 Anti-shock protection................................................................................................. 5
1.3.2 Security of systems and equipment ........................................................................... 5
1.3.3 Repairs works and maintenance ................................................................................ 6
1.3.4 Fuse replacement ....................................................................................................... 6
1.4 DEFINITIONS ...................................................................................................................... 6
2 SYSTEM COMPLETENESS ....................................................................................... 7
3 CONTROL PANEL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 8
3.1 GENERAL PARAMETERS .................................................................................................... 8
3.2 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS PARAMETERS ............................................................................... 8
4 CONTROL PANEL DESIGN ...................................................................................... 9
4.1 MECHANICAL DESIGN ....................................................................................................... 9
4.2 SIGNALLING AND HANDLING ELEMENTS, ACCESS LEVELS ............................................. 10
5 DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONALITIES AND CONTROL PANEL PROGRAMMING ....... 10
5.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................... 10
5.2 HANDLING ELEMENTS AND INDICATORS ON FRONT PANEL .......................................... 11
5.3 HANDLING ELEMENTS INSIDE CONTROL PANEL ............................................................. 14
5.4 LCD MESSAGES ................................................................................................................ 17
5.4.1 LCD readings at the 1st and 2nd access level operation ............................................ 17
5.4.1.1 Current date and time.................................................................................................... 17
5.4.1.2 Control panel alarm mode ............................................................................................. 17
5.4.1.3 External alarm devices disablement/re-enablement ..................................................... 18
5.4.1.4 Alarm signal transmission disablement/re-enablement ............................................... 18
5.4.1.5 Control panel operation mode information: manual control or automatic and manual
control ........................................................................................................................................ 18
5.4.1.6 Fire alarm reset .............................................................................................................. 18
5.4.1.7 Testing or disablement .................................................................................................. 18
5.4.1.8 EXTINGUISHING STOP line fault ..................................................................................... 18
5.4.1.9 Access denied information ............................................................................................. 19
5.4.1.10 Information on faults ................................................................................................... 19
5.4.2 Control panel functions at 2nd access level .............................................................. 19
5.4.2.1 Date and time setting .................................................................................................... 19
5.4.2.2 Line disablement setting ................................................................................................ 19
5.4.2.3 Testing setting ............................................................................................................... 20
5.4.3 Control panel configuration setting programming functions (3rd access level) ...... 20
5.4.3.1 External alarm devices actuation option setting ........................................................... 21
5.4.3.2 General alarm (2nd stage) relay actuation delay programming .................................... 21
5.4.3.3 Event memory reset ....................................................................................................... 21
5.4.3.4 Evacuation alarm duration time programming ............................................................. 21
5.4.3.5 ‘Standard configuration’ loading ................................................................................... 22
5.4.3.6 P1 and P2 relay programming ....................................................................................... 22
5.4.3.7 Controlling impulses duration time programming ........................................................ 23
5.4.3.8 Reset disablement time programming .......................................................................... 23
5.5 CONTROL PANEL BASIC MODES...................................................................................... 24
5.5.1 Quiescent mode ....................................................................................................... 24
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5.5.2 Alarm mode .............................................................................................................. 24

5.5.3 Fault mode ............................................................................................................... 27
5.5.4 Disablement mode ................................................................................................... 29
5.5.5 Testing mode ............................................................................................................ 30
5.6 SIGNAL TRANSMISSION .................................................................................................. 30
5.7 EXTERNAL ACOUSTIC ALARM DEVICES ........................................................................... 31
5.8 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS DESCRIPTION ............................................................................. 31
5.8.1 Monitoring and controlling lines inputs ................................................................... 31
5.8.1.1 Input for external EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE buttons ................................................. 31
5.8.1.2 Input for automatic control disablement/reset ............................................................. 32
5.8.1.3 External alarm input – initiation line ............................................................................. 32
5.8.1.4 Extinguishing agent release supervision input............................................................... 32
5.8.1.5 Pressure or mass supervision input................................................................................ 33
5.8.1.6 RESERVE/LK line input .................................................................................................... 33
5.8.1.7 EXTINGUISHINGSTART external push buttons input ...................................................... 34
5.8.1.8 EXTINGUISHING STOP external buttons input ............................................................... 34
5.8.2 Extinguishing agent discharge controlling outputs .................................................. 35
5.8.3 Alarm devices indicators controlling outputs .......................................................... 36
5.8.4 Unsupervised non-potential relay outputs .............................................................. 37
6 POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................................. 38
7 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 39
7.1 CONTROL PANEL MOUNTING ......................................................................................... 39
7.2 INPUT AND OUTPUT CIRCUITS CONNECTING TERMINALS AND WIRING SYSTEM ......... 39
8 EVENT MEMORY ................................................................................................. 40
8.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................... 40
8.2 EVENT MEMORY CONTENTS READING SOFTWARE ........................................................ 40
8.2.1 Hardware requirements ........................................................................................... 40
8.2.2 Connection between PC and control panel ............................................................. 41
8.3 EVENT MEMORY READOUT SOFTWARE RUNNING ........................................................ 41
9 CONTROL PANEL SPECIAL APPLICATIONS ............................................................ 42
9.1 EXPLOSION ENDANGERED PREMISES PROTECTION ....................................................... 42
10 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 42
10.1 GENERAL PRINCIPLES .................................................................................................... 42
10.2 PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS............................................................................................. 43
10.3 FUSE REPLACEMENT ..................................................................................................... 43
11 PACKING, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION .................................................... 43
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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 CONTENTS OF DOCUMENTATION

This Operation and Maintenance Documentation (OMD) describes the application, design and
functioning of the IGNIS 1520M automatic fire extinguishing control panel. The documentation
contains necessary information of the IGNIS 1520M control panels for designers, fitters and
maintenance technicians. Together with the User Manual IO-E294-002E, intended for those who are
on duty directly at the control panel, it makes the complete operating documentation attached to
the control panel and delivered to its user.

1.2 CONTROL PANEL APPLICATION

The IGNIS 1520M automatic fire extinguishing control panel is a single-zone system designed for:
- actuation of stationery extinguishing equipment, based on the signal from automatic
detectors or manual buttons “extinguishing start ”,
- warning of fire detected by detectors interoperating with the control panel,
- activation of fire alarm devices, protection and sealing equipment, etc.,
- transmission of information on fire hazard or performance of individual stages of the
automatic fire extinguishing procedure to the monitoring systems.
The control panel operates with bistable (conventional) 30 and 40 series detectors, buttons for
manual start, stop and disablement, and indicators manufactured by POLON-ALFA.
The panel is dedicated for installation in facilities where one extinguishing zone is required, and also
may be used as a satellite control panel in bigger hierarchical systems. It is suitable for continuous
operation in low-dust rooms, at temperatures from -5 °C to +40 °C and relative humidity of up to 80
% at +40 °C.

1.3 SAFETY CONDITIONS

1.3.1 Anti-shock protection

The IGNIS 1520M automatic fire extinguishing control panels are ranked as 1st protection class
devices and can be used only in the case of application of additional protection against electric
shocks, such as zeroing or protective grounding.
Insulation of the 230 V/50 Hz power circuits is reinforced and resists the test voltage of 2800 V.
Insulation of low-voltage circuits (below 42 V) resists the test voltage of 700 V DC. After connecting
the mains power supply cabling, the mains connection must be protected with a manufacturer's
shield.

1.3.2 Security of systems and equipment

The wiring installation should be made of wires with the required fire resistance and it should be
properly protected when crossing the fire zone borders. In order to prevent unwelcome effects, the
distance between the low-voltage installation and the power and lightning protection systems should
be kept as required. Taking into account system resistance to electromagnetic interference, it is
recommended to use protective grounding. A reserve batteries cluster must be connected to the unit
during the final installation process stages.
The components of this unit are high-temperature sensitive. The maximum ambient temperature
must not exceed 40 °C. It is forbidden to block the ventilation openings on the side of the unit. The
space around the unit must facilitate free flow of air. The air humidity in the rooms where the unit
operates must not exceed 95 %.
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1.3.3 Repairs works and maintenance

The maintenance works and periodical inspections should be conducted by the authorised
employees of companies which have been authorised or trained by Polon-Alfa personnel. All repair
works must be done exclusively by the manufacturer. Polon-Alfa does not bear any responsibility for
the operation of devices maintained and repaired by unauthorised personnel.

1.3.4 Fuse replacement

When replacing fuses, use only spare parts of the appropriate type and nominal value. See point 10.3
for appropriate types and nominal values.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

Actuation mode – a status of the control panel whereby actuation of the extinguishing control
procedure is signalled.
Discharge mode – a status of the control panel whereby discharge of the extinguishing agent into the
protected premises is signalled.
Alarm mode – a status of the control panel whereby a fire alarm is signalled.
Disablement mode – a status of the control panel whereby a disablement of one or more functions is
signalled.
Testing mode – a status of the control panel whereby the function checking (testing) is signalled.
Fault mode – a status of the control panel whereby any fault in the fire protection system is
signalled.
Warning time before discharge (delay of the extinguishing signal) – a time from the actuation of fire
extinguishing (signalled by the red “extinguishing start ” diode) until the release of extinguishing
agent, in order to warn the people at danger.
Detection line – a two-wire line with fire warning devices attached and ended with an end-of-line
resistor.
Detection zone – an area supervised by the fire warning devices for which alarm devices are
allocated in the fire detection and alarm system.
Monitoring line – a two-wire line to supervise control contacts of the external fire fighting
equipment.
Controlling line – a two-wire monitored line to actuate specific functions in the fire fighting
equipment.
Fire warning device – a fire detector.
EXTINGUISHING START button – a button used to manually actuate the automatic fire extinguishing
procedure.
EXTINGUISHING STOP button – a button operative only during warning of discharging (evacuation
alarm), used to stop the extinguishing agent release.
EXTINGUISHING DISABLEMENT button – a button used to hold or disable the fire extinguishing
procedure in any operating mode of the control panel.
RESERVE START button – a button used to actuate manually an additional extinguishing agent
discharge, but the reserve actuation is only possible after the basic discharge has been completed.
Standard configuration (factory settings) – a set of data saved in the control panel memory defining
parameters of the functions to be programmed by the user (e.g. transmission delay time, evacuation
alarm duration).
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Extinguishing device – a set of the extinguishing agent tanks, pipelines and nozzles arranged in such
the way that the extinguishing agent will be distributed within the protected area so that the
appropriate extinguishing concentration is obtained.
Self-acting equipment – equipment operating without human interference.
Manual activation – activation that requires human interference.
Output to the monitoring system – a relay output from the control panel which allows transmitting
the fire and fault signals to the monitoring centre or fire brigade.

2 SYSTEM COMPLETENESS

Table 1 specifies the equipment delivered in complete with the control panel.
Table 2 specifies the equipment for typical fire alarm systems, operating with the control panel in the
IGNIS 1000 system, to be ordered separately in required quantities.

Table 1
Item Description Quantity (pcs)

1 IGNIS 1520M fire extinguishing control panel 1

2 Operation and maintenance manual (I&MM) ID-E294-011E 1

3 Warranty certificate 1

4 Control panel package 1

Table 2
Item Description Remarks

1 Battery 12 V/7 Ah 2 pcs necessary for a control panel

2 PU-61 EXTINGUISHING START push button Yellow colour – in accordance with a

separate specification

3 PW-61 EXTINGUISHING STOP push button Blue colour – in accordance with a separate
specification

4 PD-61 START RELEASE push button Green colour – in accordance with a

separate specification

5 PB-61 EXTINGUISHING DISABLEMENT push White colour – in accordance with a

button separate specification

6 PU-61, PW-61, PB-61 push button instructions On photo-luminescent material to be

placed near the push button

7 SD-1 door signalling element With wording „CAUTION! GAS! DO NOT

ENTER!”

8 SO-1 optical signalling element With wording „CAUTION! AUTOMATIC

ESTINGUISHING! LEAVE THE PREMISES!”

9 30, 40 model range conventional detectors (also In accordance with a separate specification
in intrinsically safe execution)
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3 CONTROL PANEL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

3.1 GENERAL PARAMETERS

Overall dimensions L x H x G 314 x 368 x 106 mm

Mass (without batteries) < 6 kg
Ingress protection IP 30
Operation temperature range - 5 °C ÷ + 40 °C
Admissible operating relative humidity 95 % at + 40 °C
Transportation temperature range - 25 °C ÷ + 55 °C
Supply voltage:
50 Hz mains 230 V + 10 % - 15 %
HP7-12 KOBE battery (or equivalent) 2 x 12 V / 7 Ah
Number of detection zones 1
Power consumption in quiescent mode:
• from the mains in the buffering/charging mode, max 100 mA/800 mA
• from battery, after mains voltage outage, max 90 mA
• from battery, after mains voltage outage, typical 75 mA
Power consumption while alarming:
• from the mains in the buffering/charging mode, max 200 mA/800 mA
• from 7Ah battery, max 3A
External devices supply voltage 24 V ± 15 %
Admissible power consumption from the power supply unit (24 V):
• within <0.5 h 3A
• permanently 2A
Max power consumption by external devices in quiescent mode,
which allows obtaining a pre-set the system operation time in case
of mains voltage outage:
• with internal 7 Ah battery for 30 h 125 mA
• with internal 6.5 Ah battery for 30 h 110 mA
• with internal 7 Ah battery for 72 h 0 mA (current draw only in
alarm mode)

The above-mentioned data correspond to the assumption that the load of detection, monitoring and
control lines in the quiescent mode is at its maximum and the control panel will additionally draw an
average current at 1 A for 0.5 h when in the alarm mode.

3.2 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS PARAMETERS

Detection lines:
• quantity 2
• resistance, max 2 x 120 Ω
• line insulation resistance, min 100 kΩ
• number of detectors per line, max 32
• end-of-line resistor value 5.6 kΩ ± 5 %; 0.25 W
• detection current per line, max 2 mA
• total detection current per line, max 7 mA

Monitoring and controlling inputs:

• quantity 8
• resistance of an attached line, max 2 x 50 Ω
• insulation resistance of the attached line >100 kΩ
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• end-of-line resistor value 10 kΩ ± 5 %; 0.25 W

Supervised relay outputs:
• quantity 6
• resistance of an attached line, max 2 x 50 Ω
• insulation resistance of the attached line >100 kΩ
• end-of-line resistor value 5.6 kΩ ± 5 %; 0.25 W
• current load capacity of P9, P10, P11 outputs 1A
• current load capacity of P6, P7, P8 outputs 2A
• output voltage in an active mode 24 V ± 15 %

Non-potential unsupervised relay outputs:

• quantity 11
• current load capacity of contacts 1 A 24 V

Time parameters of programmable outputs and control inputs:

• general alarm transmission delay (P5, P17) programmable 0 ÷ 10 min,
every 1 s
• extinguishing signal delay (evacuation time – P10) programmable 0 ÷ 1 min,
every 1 s
• time of the extinguishing agent discharge control
impulse:

- P6 relay programmable 0 ÷ 30 min,

every 1 s
- P7 relay programmable 0 ÷ 30 min,
every 1 s
- P8 relay programmable 0 ÷ 30 min,
every 1 s
• delay times for P1, P2 programmable relays programmable 0 ÷ 10 min,
every 1 s
• time of entering the actuation state after pressing the
bush-button EXTINGUISHING START <3s

4 CONTROL PANEL DESIGN

4.1 MECHANICAL DESIGN

The control panel is made in the form of a metal cabinet intended for wall mounting. The front of the
control panel is the door with manipulation and signalling elements on. The door can be opened
after two clamping bolts are unscrewed. The key switch does not act as the mechanical lock. Inside
the control panel, in its bottom part, a space for battery pack is provided. The control panel
controller motherboard with linear circuits is mounted on the internal side of the door. On the rear
wall of the casing, there are glands to insert the alarm system cables and power cables, and the
board with supply circuits and connecting blocks. In the left side wall, there is a plugged hole which
enables inserting the cable for connection with PC and transferring the control panel events memory
contents via the RS serial interface.
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4.2 SIGNALLING AND HANDLING ELEMENTS, ACCESS LEVELS

The signalling and handling elements are located on the control panel door, hereinafter also referred
to as the front panel. The following elements are available on the front panel: LEDs, backlight
indicator with the FIRE wording, key switch, membrane buttons and special push buttons:
EXTINGUISHING START and LOCK EXTINGUISHING with a transparent shield to prevent from an
unintentional press. In the upper part of the front panel, the LCD is mounted. Every signalling and
manipulation element has its own description. The handling and signalling elements distribution is
shown in fig. 1 and for their detailed description is contained in point 5.2.
The manipulation elements, which enable changing the configuration parameters, are provided
inside the control panel as buttons located immediately on the controller’s printed board. On the
PCB, there is also the restart button and set of contacts for programming the control panel operation
by means of ZW3...ZW12 jumpers.
On the rear wall of the control panel, there is the power supply board with 24 V converter module,
converters for voltages necessary for supplying the electronic systems, battery pack charging system
and a set of connecting blocks for connection of internal wiring systems. Next to the connecting
blocks, there are ZW1 jumpers and a connecting block with 24 V output for the external equipment
supplying. Over the mains adaptor module, there is the 230 V double-pole power switch, and under
the screwed-in screen plate – the mains connecting block.
In IGNIS1520M control panel, the accessibility of the handling elements and specific functions is
diverse and divided into four access levels.
The 1st access level is intended for persons who take the first measures after a fire alarm or fault has
been signalled. On this access level, only two push buttons are active: the “acknowledgement”
button and the signalling element test function enabled by the button “manual/automatic and
manual control”.
The 2nd access level is intended for those who are particularly responsible for security and have been
trained and authorised to operate the control panel to a limited extent. To enter the 2nd access level,
it is necessary to turn the key. This makes all the buttons on the control panel front panel available.
The 3rd access level is intended for those who are trained and authorised to change the configuration
data and perform the maintenance. This access level handling elements are located inside the
control panel.
The 4th access level is intended for those who are trained and authorised by the manufacturer to
change the factory software and perform the servicing.

5 DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONALITIES AND CONTROL PANEL PROGRAMMING

5.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The IGNIS 1520M control panel combines the functions of the fire detection and alarm system and
the universal automatic extinguishing controller. It is equipped with two conventional detection
lines, eight inputs for supervised monitoring and controlling lines, six supervised outputs to control
the alarm devices circuits and devices initiating the release of extinguishing agent, set of eleven
relays with non-potential change-over contacts and clench contacts for performance of executive
functions and the control panel mode monitoring functions.
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In the section responsible for fire detection, two-line coincidence was used as one of the most
effective methods to eliminate false alarms. The additional way to immunize the system against
detector false actuation is a possibility to programme the variant with preliminary reset.

In the fire extinguishing controlling section, the extinguishing agent discharge is possible after the
simultaneous occurrence of two independent signals on the outputs of separate systems. In the case
of a fault of the microprocessor circuit, the operation of relays that control the extinguishing agent
discharge is also disabled.

In the only-manual mode, when the alarm signal comes from fire alarm warning devices installed in
the detection lines, the alarm signalling is carried out in two steps. The control panel first triggers the
1st stage (preliminary) alarm and then, after the delay time, the 2nd stage (main) alarm, without
actuation of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure.

In the automatic control mode, the detectors triggering does not result in the automatic fire
extinguishing procedure actuation unless there has been a two-line coincidence, that is an actuation
of at least two detectors in two detection lines.

In the case of fire detection by the attending personnel, the control panel always enables the manual
alarm evoking and activation of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure with buttons
EXTINGUISHING START .

The extinguishing procedure starts with actuation of the evacuation signal and counting down the
programmed discharge delay time. In this time, it is possible to stop the countdown and increase the
discharge delay by pressing the EXTINGUISHING STOP push button. After this delay time elapses, the
electric impulse is sent to discharge the extinguishing agent and actuate relevant warning signals
against entering the room. At the right moment during the extinguishing procedure execution, the
control panel can actuate the sealing equipment (e.g. smoke dampers) to maintain the correct
concentration of extinguishing agent within a pre-set time. The warning signals are active until the
alarm has been reset in the control panel. The button EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE is installed in the
control panel to enable discharge blocking in any operating mode of the system.

All the necessary indicators of the control panel are located on the control panel front side in the
form of illuminating diodes with descriptions. The LCD display has an auxiliary function with regard to
signalling. It is mainly used to enter the parameters determining the operation conditions of the
control panel and enables monitoring of the real-time clock operation. Most events the control panel
is able to detect are saved in the internal events memory.

5.2 HANDLING ELEMENTS AND INDICATORS ON FRONT PANEL

In the further part of this section, for easier identification, before the description of every element its
number is given in the brackets according to the marking as in fig. 1.
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Fig. 1 Front panel view

(1) FIRE
The distinctive optical red indicator signals fire detection by a flashing light of ca. 1 Hz frequency.
Labelled as FIRE, this indicator is lit during the 1st and 2nd level fire alarms. By pressing the button
“ACKNOWLEDGEMENT” the light is changed from flashing to continuous.
(2) EXTINGUISHING START
A red indicator signals with:
• a flashing light – a state before actuation (an alarm in one detection line),
• a permanent light – actuation state (actuation of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure
as a result of alarming by two detection lines or manual actuation).
(3) EXTINGUISHING STOP
A yellow diode signals with permanent light suspension of counting down the extinguishing agent
release delay time at the discharge warning stage after pressing the EXTINGUISHING STOP button.
(4) EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE
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A yellow diode signals with permanent light the fire extinguishing disablement state – prevention
from the extinguishing agent discharge.
(5) DISCHARGE
A red diode signals with:
• a permanent light – discharge state (the extinguishing agent release),
• a flashing light – efficiency status of tested monitoring and controlling line.
(6) TRANSMISSION
A red diode signals with permanent light that the general alarm relay contacts are switched to the
active position.
(7) MANUAL CONTROL
A button for the control panel operating mode switchover:
• manual control (personnel present),
• automatic control, but with a possibility of manual control (personnel present or absent).
A yellow diode (7) signals with permanent light the manual operation mode.
The button has additionally another function – actuation of the control panel indicators testing. To
enable this function, it is necessary to switch the control panel to the 1st access level (key not turned)
and press the (7) button for > 4 sec. Testing should be disabled after approx. 8 sec or after a short
pressing of the button once again.
(8) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
A button for the acoustic indicators silencing and acknowledgement of the acceptance of fire alarms
by the personnel; active at the 1st access level (without turning the key).
When pressed for a longer time (> 5 sec), it has another function – it initiates sending information
from the events memory to RS output.
(9) RESET
A button for the alarm mode cancelling in the control panel and detectors in detection lines.
(10) EXTINGUISHING START
A button for manual activation of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure.
(11) EXTINGUISHING DISABLEMENT
This button enables or disables the extinguishing agent discharge (or release interruption).

Remark:
The EXTINGUISHING START and EXTINGUISHING DISABLEMENT push buttons installed in the control
panel are operative at the 2nd access level.
(12) PERSONNEL ACCESS
A key switch that changes the access level from the 1st one to the 2nd one – actuates the handling
elements intended for use at the 2nd access level (all the buttons on the front panel).
A yellow diode at the key switch signals with:
• a permanent light – enabled personnel access,
• a flashing light – disabled operation of the EXTINGUISHING START push button when the
control panel door is opened.
(13) POWER SUPPLY
A green diode signals with permanent light that at least the mains or battery power supply is on.
(14) DISABLEMENT
A yellow diode signals collectively disablement of at least one circuit or function (disablement mode).
(15) TESTING
A yellow diode signals collectively testing of at least one circuit or function (testing mode).
(16) FAULT
A yellow diode signals collectively a fault of at least one circuit or function (fault mode).
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(17) Three yellow diodes indicate a fault of:

POWER SUPPLY
• a permanent light – a battery fault or charging circuit fault,
• a flashing light – the mains fault,

SYSTEM
• a permanent light – a microprocessor circuit function fault or false configuration data,

EARTH FAULT
• a permanent light – an earth fault of any of the control panel monitored output circuits.

In the FAULT/DISABLEMENT/TESTING field, there are 9 yellow diodes (18) ÷ (27), which signal:
• a fault – with a “slow” flashing light (approx. 1 Hz),
• a disablement – with a permanent light,
• testing – with a “fast” flashing light (approx. 10 Hz),
(19) DETECTION LINE 2,
(20) INITIATION LINE,
(21) MANUAL CONTROLLING DEVICES - for monitoring and controlling lines: extinguishing start ,
extinguishing stop , extinguishing blockade, reserve actuation, automatic control/reset disablement,
(22) ELECTRO-VALVES – P6, P7, and P8 relay lines,
(23) DISCHARGE MONITORING,
(24) PRESSURE/MASS SUPERVISION,
(25) EXTERNAL DEVICES related to a fault of:
• the LK monitoring line,
• an external devices power supply fuse;
related to a disablement of:
• a monitoring line,
• the P1, P2 relays;
(26) TRANSMISSION related to a disablement of the P5 and P17 relays,
(27) External ALARM DEVICES – related to the P9, P10, P11 relays.
Nearby the (26) and (27) diodes, there are buttons for:
• the P5 and P17 general alarm relays disablement/re-enablement (transmission disablement),
• the P9, P10, P11 acoustic alarm devices controlling relays disablement/re-enablement.
(28) LCD (for description see point 5.4)
(29) FUNCTION A button for switching functions such as disablement, testing, date and time setting
(with use of LCD), which are executable after the control panel is switched to the 2nd access level.
(30) SELECT A button for changing the cursor position on LCD – a function parameter selection.
(31) SET A button for changing the value of the selected function parameter.

5.3 HANDLING ELEMENTS INSIDE CONTROL PANEL

Inside the control panel, on the main PCB, there are the following handling elements, which are
available when the door is opened (Fig. 2). For the functions of ZW3…ZW10 and ZW12 jumpers, see
table 1.
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Fig. 2

FUNCTION, SELECT, SET – three buttons inside the control panel (the 3rd access level), which enable
the control panel configuration settings programming;

RESET – a button to restart the control panel controller;

ZW1 – a jumper on the power supply board, next to the connecting blocks – switching on/off the
earth fault monitoring circuit;
BZ1 – 3.15 A – the battery pack circuit protection;
BZ2 – 3.15 A – protection of power supply circuit + 24 V of external devices and relay outputs + 24 V;
WŁ. AKU – a button on the power supply board – enables switching on the control panel when the
mains power is off;
R3 – LCD contrast adjustment;
Wł. – a double-pole power switch, mounted over the power supply device.

Table 1
Jumper Jumper
Function Actuation description
No. position

P12 relay closes contacts together with switching the

Sets the P12 relay 1-2 control panel to the 2nd or 3rd access level (the key turned
actuation criterion or the control panel door open)
ZW3
(connecting block
No. 33-34) P12 relay closes contacts in the control panel manual
2-3
control mode

The line active status entails automatic control

1-2 disablement (enables remote control mode switch over
Sets the input
from only manual one to automatic/manual and reversely)
actuation function
ZW4
(connecting block
The line active status entails the control panel automatic
No.3-4)
2-3 control reset (enables performance of remote alarm
mode reset function)
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P13 relay closes contacts in the DISCHARGE state, basing

1-2 on P6 relay (which controls an electro-valve) actuation
Sets the P13 relay
information
actuation criterion
ZW5
(connecting block
P13 relay closes contacts in the DISCHARGE state, basing
No. 35-36)
2-3 on a genuine release signal received from the ‘release
supervision’ line

The EXTINGUISHING STOP push button pressing causes an

extinguishing signal disablement and a break in
evacuation time countdown. Releasing the push button
1-2
will entail the extinguishing procedure resumption and
counting down a pre-set evacuation time from the
Sets extinguishing
beginning.
function execution
of the
The EXTINGUISHING STOP push button pressing causes an
ZW6 EXTINGUISHING
extinguishing signal disablement but does not break the
STOP function
evacuation time countdown. Releasing the push button
(connecting block
will result in immediate extinguishing signal transmission
No. 15-16)
2-3 to the extinguishing agent releasing devices. In case the
extinguishing procedure is resumed before the pre-set
evacuation time elapse, the extinguishing signal
transmission is carried out after the elapsing time
complete countdown.

The ‘discharge monitoring’ line switched on but does not

1-2
require an end-of-line resistor connection
‘Discharge
The ‘discharge monitoring’ line switched on. The
monitoring’ line
extinguishing agent release signal being sent to the line
ZW7 switch on/off
causes the control panel entering the discharge mode
(connecting block
2-3 (see p.5.5.2 – discharge mode description).
No. 7-8)
Lack of the extinguishing agent release signal from the
line during the automatic extinguishing procedure
performance, will result in ‘no discharge’ signal indication

1-2 Alarm without preliminary detector reset.

Sets detection
ZW8
lines alarm variant Variant without the detection line 1 and detection line 2
2-3
preliminary detector reset.

Sets the The line performs the universal monitoring line (LK)
1-2
LK/RESERVE input function
ZW9 function actuation
(connecting block The line performs the RESERVE push buttons line function
2-3
No. 11-12)

The controlling and monitoring line testing switch off

1-2 (clamps 1...16) – quiescent mode (normal line operation
status)
ZW10 Testing on/off
Switching on the controlling and monitoring line testing
2-3 switch off (clamps 1...16) and alarm devices (P9, P10, P11);
a possibility to switch on electro-valve (P6, P7, P8) relays
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actuation is blocked in a ‘hardware’ sense. Testing

procedure requires additional setups on the LCD. After
pressing the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT push button, the
control panel software version is displayed – at the 1st
access level (the key in off position).

1-2
ZW12 Unused
2-3

5.4 LCD MESSAGES

The IGNIS 1520M control panel is equipped with a 16-character alphanumeric LCD (28). The main
task of the display is to enable setting and reading of the real time, date and the control panel
configuration parameters. The current time and date are used in the automatic event recording
system. The control panel basic modes are indicated by illuminating diodes, while the display
provides only an auxiliary function in this regard.

The display additionally supports the control panel operation by showing messages about its status
or active buttons functions.

During the control panel operation in a quiescent mode, the LCD displays the date and time. Any
other information, except for an alarm mode, is displayed on a temporary basis. After several
seconds, the control panel automatically returns to displaying the date and time.

5.4.1 LCD readings at the 1st and 2nd access level operation

5.4.1.1 Current date and time

- exemplary display:
05 – 12 – 31 23 : 59
(year-month-day hour : minute)

5.4.1.2 Control panel alarm mode

The 1st and 2nd stage alarm:

L.2 ALARM ! 0’00

where:
- L2 - number of the line, where an alarm has been detected (the alarm, that has occurred as
the first one, is indicated by a flashing line number);
- 0’00 - current fire alarm transmission delay time, (range – 0’00...9’59).

Extinguishing actuation state (evacuation alarm stage)

EVAC.TIME – 0’23
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where:
- 0’ 23 – current time left until the extinguishing agent is released (counted in seconds),

Discharge state (fire extinguishing stage)

EXTINGUISH-00 ’ 04
where:
- 00’ 04 – counted in seconds the extinguishing agent discharge time (control impulse time, in
sequence from the P6, P7 and P8 relays, when the extinguishing agent additional reserve is
activated).

5.4.1.3 External alarm devices disablement/re-enablement

ALARM DEV. ON ALARM DEV. OFF

5.4.1.4 Alarm signal transmission disablement/re-enablement

TRANSMISSION ON TRANSMISSION OFF

5.4.1.5 Control panel operation mode information: manual control or automatic and manual
control

CONTROL MANUAL CONTROL AUTO/MAN

5.4.1.6 Fire alarm reset

RESET

5.4.1.7 Testing or disablement

TEST or DISABL.

This information is displayed:

- when the ZW10 jumper (item 2-3) has been switched to the monitoring and controlling lines
testing mode,
- at an attempt of fire extinguishing manual activation with the control panel open door.

5.4.1.8 EXTINGUISHING STOP line fault

FAULT STOP LINE

Information displayed at an attempt of fire extinguishing activation with the EXTINGUISHING START
push button when the EXTINGUISHING STOP push buttons line is in a fault mode.
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5.4.1.9 Access denied information

LACK OF ACCESS

Displayed at an attempt to activate any of the buttons operating at the 2nd or 3rd access level, when
the key (35) has not been turned.

5.4.1.10 Information on faults

The possible displayed information is described in p.5.5.3 ‘Fault mode’.

5.4.2 Control panel functions at 2nd access level

With the FUNCTION, SELECT, SET push buttons available at the front panel, the following actions are
possible:
- to set the date and time,
- to set a disablement,
- to set testing of detection lines, monitoring and controlling lines, alarm devices.
To call a desired function, the FUNCTION push button should be used. The modifiable item is
indicated by a flashing cursor. The cursor position can be changed with the SELECT push button. To
modify the selected value, use the SET push button.
The SELECT push button allows moving the cursor to the right only. To return to the beginning of the
display, you must go through all the settable items. The SET push button functions in the same way.

5.4.2.1 Date and time setting

In order to set the current date and time, you should first enable the function “date and time setting”
with the FUNCTION push button.
03 – 12 – 31 23 : 59
(year-month-day hour : minute)

The date with a blinking digit (tens of year) should be visible on the display. The blinking digit means
that it can be modified with the SET push button. The SELECT push button moves the setting function
onto the next digit. In this way, you can set, one by one, all the digits to display the current date and
time (e.g. 03-12-31 23:59).
In order to keep the clock operating when the supply voltage is off, the control panel is equipped
with a lithium battery mounted on the controller board.

5.4.2.2 Line disablement setting

Any disablement/re-enablement requires:
- to select one of the following option on the LCD using the FUNCTION push button:

DISA. DET. L.1 – 0

• set the name of a disabled circuit (according to Table 2) using the SET push button,
• enter “1” – disablement or “0” – re-enablement using the SELECT and SET buttons.
The list of circuits that can be disabled is presented in Table 2:

Table2
Message on LCD Disablement description Clamps
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Message on LCD Disablement description Clamps

DISA. DET. L. 1 - 0 Detection line 1 disablement 17-18
DISA. DET. L. 2 - 0 Detection line 2 disablement 19-20
DISA. START L. - 0 EXTINGUISHING START push button disablement 13-14
DISA. STOP L. - 0 EXTINGUISHING STOP push button disablement 15-16
DISA. BLOCK. L. - 0 EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE push button disablement 1-2
DISA. BL.AUTO L - 0 Disablement of automatic control blocking line/reset 3-4
DISA. INIT. L. - 0 Disablement of initiating line – external alarm input 5-6
DISA. DISCHAR. L - 0 Disablement of discharging line 7-8
DISA. PRESS/M. L. - 0 Disablement of pressure/mass supervision 9-10
DISA. RESERVE L - 0 Disablement of extinguishing agent reserve release line 11-12
DISA. of P6, 7, 8 - 0 Disablement of P6, P7, P8 relays (that control electro-valves) 21-26
DISA. of P1, 2 - 0 Disablement of P1, P2 relays 41-46

5.4.2.3 Testing setting

In order to set the testing mode, it is necessary to:
- select one of the following option on the LCD using the FUNCTION push button:

TEST DET. L. 1 – 0

• set the name of a tested circuit (according to Table 3) with the SET push button,
• enter “1” – testing or “0” – return to quiescent mode with the SELECT and SET push
buttons.

The list of the control panel circuits with the testing function is provided in Table 3:

Table 3
Message on LCD Testing description Clamps
TEST DET. L. 1 - 0 Detection line 1 testing 17-18
TEST DET. L. 2 - 0 Detection line 2 testing 19-20
TEST M. LINES - 0 Testing of controlling and monitoring lines * 1-16
TEST P9, 10, 11 - 0 Testing of signalling devices (P9, P10, P11 relay outputs)* 27-32
(*) - test possible when the ZW10 jumper is switched over

5.4.3 Control panel configuration setting programming functions (3rd access level)

In order to use those functions it is necessary to unscrew two bolts on the front panel and open the
control panel door. This is frequently referred to as the 3rd access level. On the PCB inside of the
door, there are three push buttons: FUNCTION, SELECT and SET (Fig. 2), which are used to set delay
times, duration of output pulses and the control panel other configuration parameters. The values
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displayed on LCD are saved automatically. On the same board, there is also the RESET button, which
is necessary for execution of certain functions.
The display readings presented below are exemplary.

5.4.3.1 External alarm devices actuation option setting

The IGNIS 1520M control panel is equipped with a supervised output for external alarming devices
connection – marked as P9 (terminals 27, 28). The operation way of this output depends on the
programmed option – as described in point 5.7.

EXT. AL. OPT. – 0

where: 0 –option number (0 or 1)

In order to change an option, it is necessary to select the following wording on the display: OPTION.
AL. EXT. – 0, and settle one of two options “0” or “1” with the SELECT and SET push buttons.

5.4.3.2 General alarm (2nd stage) relay actuation delay programming

In the manual control mode, the control panel allows the personnel on duty to verify a fire
occurrence. The duty officer is required to report within 30 sec and confirm the alarm by pressing the
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT push button. When the duty officer fails to confirm the alarm within this time,
the control panel will actuate the alarm transmission relays. After the alarm has been confirmed, the
control panel counts down the delay time necessary for recognition of the real hazard within the
facility. The delay time is programmable using the following function:

DELAY 1’ 30”

where: 1’ – minutes (0...9),

30” – seconds (0...59)
Every digit is set independently with the SET push button. The SELECT button moves the cursor to the
next digit.

5.4.3.3 Event memory reset

In order to erase the event memory contents, it is necessary to call the MEMORY RESET – 0 function
using the FUNCTION button and with the SET push button to switch the option from “0” to “1”,

EVENT MEM. RES. - 0

where: 0 means the erasing function switch off, and 1 means the erasing function switch on.
The event memory contents will only be erased upon restarting the control panel controller with the
RESET push button.
A failure to restart (with the RESET button) within 10...20 seconds since entering “1” will
automatically reset the “1” option and the memory will not be erased.

5.4.3.4 Evacuation alarm duration time programming

In order to change the duration of evacuation alarm, it is necessary to call the EVAC. DURATION
function using the FUNCTION push button.
EVAC. TIME - 0’ 20

where: 0’ – minutes (0...1),

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20 – seconds (0...59)

The SELECT push button enables moving the cursor to a position of the value to be modified. The
value in selected position can be modified with the SET push button.

5.4.3.5 ‘Standard configuration’ loading

The IGNIS 1520M control panel supplied to the user, is preliminary programmed by the manufacturer
as to its operation conditions, what is referred to as the standard configuration. The control panel
user programming changes the factory settings in order to optimally adjust the parameters to the
system needs and characteristics of the protected facility. The control panel is furnished with
functions that enable automatic cancellation of the user settings and restoring the standard
configuration.
The standard configuration loading requires:
- to open the control panel,
- to use the internal FUNCTION press button (by pressing it several times) for selection of the
STANDARD CONF. – 0 option on the display:,
- to switch over from “0” to “1” with the SET push button,
- to restart the control panel with the RESET push button.

STANDARD CONF.– 0

where: 0 – means disabling the “standard configuration” download function, and “1” – means
enabling the “standard configuration” download function.
After the above-mentioned operations performance, the control panel parameters are programmed
as follows:
- detection lines – switched on,
- 2nd stage alarm delay time set to 1 min 30 sec,
- external alarm option – 0,
- evacuation time – 1 min,
- delay time for P1, P2 relays actuation– 10 sec,
- actuation criterion for P1 relay – 1st stage alarm,
- actuation criterion for P2 relay – 2nd stage alarm,
- P6 impulse duration – 4 sec,
- P7 impulse duration – 4 sec,
- P8 impulse duration – 4 sec,
- TRANSMISSION, ALARM DEVICES – enabled,
- CONTROL – switched to “automatic and manual” one.

A failure to restart (with the RESET button) within 10...20 seconds since entering “1”, will
automatically reset the “1” option and the Standard configuration will be entered.

5.4.3.6 P1 and P2 relay programming

In order to programme the P1 and P2relays, select function PK1 - AL. I - 0'10 with the FUNCTION push
button and then use the SET and SELECT buttons to set the number of relay to be programmed,
actuation criterion and delay time.

PK1 – AL. I - 0’ 10
where: PK1 – P1 (or P2) relay,
AL I – actuation criterion for P1 (or P2 relay) .
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The actuation criterion for the P1 (and independently for P2) relay can be programmed by selecting
the relevant event (1st stage alarm, 2nd stage alarm, extinguishing start , etc.) according to Table 4.

Table 4
Message on LCD Relay actuation description
PK1 - AL. I - 0'10 The relay actuation after a 1st stage alarm triggering and a pre-set delay
countdown, until the alarm reset.
PK1 - AL. I I - 0'10 The relay actuation after a 2nd stage alarm triggering and a pre-set delay
countdown, until the alarm reset.
PK1 - START - 0'10 The relay actuation after the control panel extinguishing procedure evoking
and a pre-set delay countdown, until the alarm reset.
PK1 – DISCH. - 0'10 The relay actuation after the extinguishing agent discharge and a pre-set
delay countdown, until the alarm reset.
PK1 - RESET - x'xx The relay actuation during alarm reset (ca. 3 sec); disablement of a delay
programming possibility.
PK1 - 0 - x'xx The relay inactive (switched off)

5.4.3.7 Controlling impulses duration time programming

In order to change the duration of the extinguishing agent release impulses, it is necessary to call the
function “time 1 (P6) 00’04” with the FUNCTION push button.

TIME 1 (P6) - 00’ 04

where: 1 (P6) – impulse No. (1..3) and a relay description (P6...P8)

00’ – minutes (0...29),
04 – seconds (0...59).

This function allows to programme 3 duration values for the P6, P7 and P8 releasing impulses
(supplying 24 V current through relay contacts). The SELECT push button should be used to move the
cursor to the position to be modified. The value in selected position can be modified using the SET
button.

5.4.3.8 Reset disablement time programming

The control panel enables to disable a possibility of an activation state reset for a specific time (0...30
min) using the “reset disablement” function.
In order to change the duration of the reset disablement, it is necessary to call the
“DISA.RES. t= 00’00” function with the FUNCTION push button and use the SELECT and SET push
buttons to programme the desired time.

DISA. RES. T = 00'30

where: 00’ – minutes (0...29),

30 – seconds (0...59)
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5.5 CONTROL PANEL BASIC MODES

5.5.1 Quiescent mode

In the quiescent mode, i.e. while the control panel is waiting for a signal from fire warning devices,
only the green POWER SUPPLY diode is lit on the front panel to inform that power supply is on. In
addition, the current time and date are displayed on LCD.
All the control panel relays are inactive, except for the general fault relay, which is in an actuation
state.

5.5.2 Alarm mode

The control panel fire hazard detection part enables a two-stage alarm arrangement, i.e. it allows to
delay actuation of the outputs to fire alarm transmission devices so that the evoked fire alarm can be
verified by the personnel. The alarm occurring during the verification until the alarm signal
transmission relays are triggered is called a preliminary alarm, an internal alarm or a 1st stage alarm.
The 2nd stage (external or general) alarm takes place after the alarm transmission relays are
triggered.
In order to limit the probability of false actuations of fire warning devices, the control panel provides
a possibility to set a variant with detectors preliminary reset. In this variant, the control panel
automatically cancels the first actuation of a detector without entering the alarm mode. A repeated
detector actuation will result in evoking the fire alarm. If there is no repeated activation of any
detector in the same detection line within 60 sec, the control panel will consider the previous
actuation as false and return to the quiescent mode as it was in before the first actuation. A method
how to switch the control panel into the above-mentioned variant operation, see point 5.3.

MANUAL CONTROL mode

The 1st stage alarm can be evoked by the control panel as a result of actuation of automatic fire
warning devices on one or two detection lines, which identify approximately the place of the danger.
In this time, a close co-operation between the fire protection system and the properly trained
personnel who should locate and remove the hazard is required.
The control panel functioning during the 1st stage alarm is as follows:
- The red diode EXTINGUISHING START is flashing when one of the detection lines is in the
alarm mode (and with permanent light when two detection lines are in the alarm mode),
- alarm indicator labelled as FIRE is flashing (after the acknowledgement it is shining with a
permanent light),
- LCD displays an alarm message with flashing number of the line where the first alarm
occurred and elapsing time left to actuation of the general (2nd stage) alarm relays,
- the internal acoustic indicator turns on with an interrupted signal of 1 s/1 s,
- the external indicator output (P9) is activated – an interrupted signal,
- the P4 preliminary alarm relay turns on.
The internal and external acoustic signal can be silenced, at the 1st access level, with the
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT push button. For the manual mode, the 1st stage alarm duration is
programmed by the user within the range of 0...10 min and countdown of the remaining time can be
stopped by a transmission disablement at the 2nd access level. Lack of the 1st stage alarm
acknowledgement reduces the delay time to 30 sec. After the delay time elapses, the control panel
evokes the 2nd stage alarm. In manual control mode, the alarm triggered by detectors does not
activate the automatic fire extinguishing procedure.

The 2nd stage alarm repeats the actuation of the internal and external (output P9) acoustic alarm
device (if the 1st stage alarm has been silenced by the acknowledgement). The general alarm relays
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(P5 and P17) are actuated. The red TRANSMISSION diode on the front panel is activated. Other
indicators operate as during the 1st stage alarm.
The DISABLE TRANSMISSION push button can be used to disable the general (2nd degree) alarm relays
operation. When zero delay time is programmed, the control panel will immediately evoke the 2nd
stage alarm when a fire is detected by the first detector. It will also be evoked after a manual
activation of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure, even if a pre-set delay time has not elapsed
yet.
The start of extinguishing in the manual mode is only possible with manual buttons connected to the
“extinguishing start ” line or with the EXTINGUISHING START push button located on the control
panel door (after the key is turned – the 2nd access level);

AUTOMATIC and MANUAL CONTROL mode

In this operating mode, detection lines work in a two-line coincidence.
The 1st stage alarm can be evoked by triggering of fire alarm warning devices installed in any, but
only one, detection line. The function of limited duration of the 1st stage alarm (1...10 min) is
switched off.
When another detection line is not actuated and the personnel is not taking up any intervention, the
1st stage alarm state will be automatically reset after 3 hours from its occurrence.
The 1st stage alarm signalling is identical as in the manual control mode.
The 2nd stage alarm is evoked by detection of an alarm state in two detection lines simultaneously
and it activates the automatic fire extinguishing procedure. The following components will be
activated then:
- internal and external signalling indicators (output P9) – with a permanent sound,
- general alarm relays (P5 and P17),
- red TRANSMISSION diode on the front panel of the control panel – with a permanent sound,
- red EXTINGUISHING START diode – with a permanent sound,
- evacuation alarm relay P10 – with an interrupted sound.
Other indicators operate in the same manner as during the 1st stage alarm.
The DISABLE TRANSMISSION push button can be used to disable the operation of the general (2nd
stage) alarm relays.
An acknowledgement of the 2nd stage alarm silences the control panel internal alarm device and can
disable the P9 external alarm devices relay (in alarming option “0”). The alarm devices controlled by
the P10 and P11 relays do not have the silencing function.
The start of extinguishing procedure in the automatic and manual mode is possible:
- after a fire detection by at least two detectors in two different detection lines (coincidence of
two lines),
- as a result of manual actuation (as in the manual mode),
- upon transmitting an alarm signal to the initiation line input (input being disabled in the only-
manual control mode).
Stages of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure executed by the control panel:
1. State before activation
The 1st stage alarm signalling when one of the two detection lines is in the alarm mode.
2. Actuation state (preliminary warning)
At this stage a programmed evacuation time is counted down, what allows leaving the room until the
extinguishing agent is released. The control panel signalisation is identical as during the 2nd stage
alarm and additionally the relay output (P10) used for connection of evacuation indicators is
activated with an interrupted signal. The EXTINGUISHING START diode on the front panel is on. The
external devices relay output (P9) is activated with a permanent signal. The LCD displays the time
remained to the extinguishing agent release.
During this time, the EXTINGUISHING STOP button function is active. Its actuation by pressing the
button, suspends the automatic fire extinguishing procedure. (The control panel is able to set two
ways how the extinguishing suspension may function, which are described in table 1). This state is
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indicated by the yellow EXTINGUISHING STOP diode on the front panel. The procedure is resumed
upon releasing the EXTINGUISHING STOP button (the suspension is only active while the button is
pressed).
3. Discharge state
After the preliminary warning time has elapsed, the extinguishing agent is released as a result of
actuation of the P6, P7 and P8 relay outputs. First, the P6 relay output is activated, and then the P7
one. The P8 output, which releases the extinguishing agent reserve, can only be actuated with the
manual button after impulses from P6 and P7 outputs have been finished. Upon the actuation of the
fire extinguishing procedure, the control panel triggers the P11 output, which controls the warning
alarm devices installed nearby the entrances into the extinguishing zone.
The red DISCHARGE diode on the front panel is illuminated with a permanent light, while the LCD
displays the remaining times of releasing impulses and the message “extinguishing”. With the
programmable P1, P2 relays, the control panel enables to switch off ventilation, to close e.g. smoke
and heat dampers to make the room sealed (air-tight) and maintain proper concentration of the
extinguishing agent within a pre-set time.
The control panel can enter the discharge state, i.e. can indicate the extinguishing agent release:
- after it has moved through all the discharge preceding states during the automatic fire
extinguishing procedure as a result of manual or automatic actuation;
- with omission of the discharge preceding states, as a result of receiving the extinguishing
agent discharge signal from the “discharge control” line.
The receipt of a signal from the “discharge control” output is possible when is has been actuated
with the ZW7 jumper.

In case of receipt of the extinguishing agent discharge signal with the discharge preceding states
omission, the control panel actuates the following outputs:
- external acoustic signalling – P9,
- evacuation signalling – P10,
- warning signalling – P11,
- P13 “extinguishing” relay (monitoring to the superior system),
- P1 or P2 relays, depending on whether the discharge state has been programmed as their
actuation criterion or not.
Note:

1. A fault of the EXTINGUISHING STOP and EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE push buttons line disables an
extinguishing signal and hinders the extinguishing agent release.
The examples of time histories in the alarm state with performance of the automatic fire
extinguishing procedure, which illustrate the occurrence of the initial states of the control panel, are
presented below.
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ALARM MODE RESET

An alarm state reset and return to the quiescent mode is performed with the RESET push button
(after the control panel is switched to the 2nd access level – key turning). The precondition of the
effective reset is the lack of fire factor nearby the fire alarm warning devices and additionally lack of
temporary reset disablement in the extinguishing actuation state (see point 5.4.2.8).
A remote reset of the control panel alarm mode is possible using the “automatic control
disablement/reset” line.
After the extinguishing procedure has been started, the reset can be disabled for a pre-set time of
0...30 min. (see point 5.4.3), counted from the moment when the actuation state is started. A
readout or modification of the reset disablement time is possible at the 3rd access level, also in the
control panel alarm mode.

5.5.3 Fault mode

The IGNIS 1520M control panel is equipped with an internal self-control system thanks to which it
detects and signals the following faults:
- breaks or short-circuits of any detection line attached to the 17....20 terminals;
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- breaks or short-circuits of any monitoring and controlling line attached to the 1...16
terminals;
- breaks or short-circuits of any line attached to the relay outputs – the 21...32 terminals;
- mains power supply fault;
- battery pack fault caused by an increase in its internal resistance above 2 Ω or lack of
batteries,
- battery pack charger fault,
- BZ2 fuse element lack of or burning,
- microprocessor system fault,
- interruption or loss of configuration data saved in the device memory,
- earth fault, i.e. short-circuit of any control panel circuit or line attached to the control panel
with its metal casing or grounding system.

The control panel signals a fault mode with:

- permanent light of the yellow FAILURE general diode,
- flashing light of the yellow diodes in the field FAULT/DISABLEMENT/TESTING, which indicate
a type of the fault,
- fault acoustic signal.

The detailed information on the fault type can be read from the LCD.
Whenever the 2nd access level is activated (i.e. the key is turned), the messages about the current
faults are displayed. Depending on the control panel fault mode, the following messages can be
displayed:

FAULT FUSE BZ2 - BZ2 fuse fault

BAT. VOLTAGE-LOW - battery voltage decrease

SH. CIRC. LINE 1 - short-circuit in detection line 1

SH. CIRC. LINE 2 - short-circuit in detection line 2

LACK PRESS./MASS - extinguishing agent outage or pressure (mass) decrease

MAINS FAULT - ~230V mains power supply fault

BATTERY FAULT - fault of battery pack or its circuit

EARTH FAULT - fault of insulation between control panel circuits and grounding

LACK OF CHARGING - power supply circuit fault tor break in power supply circuit

BREAK IN LINE 1 - break in detection line 1

BREAK IN LINE 2 - break in detection line 2

FAULT LINE P6 - P6 relay controlling circuit fault (21.22 terminals)

FAULT LINE P7 - P7 relay controlling circuit fault (23.24 terminals)

FAULT LINE P8 - P8 relay controlling circuit fault (25.26 terminals)

FAULT LINE P9 - P9 relay controlling circuit fault (27.28 terminals)

FAULT LINE P10 - P10 relay controlling circuit fault (29.30 terminals)

FAULT LINE P11 - P11 relay controlled circuit fault (31.32 terminals)

FAULT LIN. START - EXTINGUISHING START push buttons line fault

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FAULT STOP LINE - EXTINGUISHING STOP push buttons line fault

FAULT L. BLOCK. - BLOCKADE push buttons line fault

FAULT L.A.D./RES - fault of automatic disablement of automatic mode (or reset line)

FAULT INIT. LINE - initiating line fault

FAULT DISCH.LINE - „discharge supervision” line fault

FAULT L.PRES/MAS - „pressure ( mass) supervision” line fault

FAULT L. ADD/UML - „reserve release” push buttons line (universal monitoring line) fault

SYSTEM FAULT - control panel controller programme performance fault

CONF. SET. FAULT - interruption in configuration settings recorded in control panel memory

The fault acoustic signal can be silenced at the 1st access level by pressing the CONFIRM button, while
the light signalling is cancelled automatically after the fault is removed. An exception is the system
fault in the form of a serious fault of the microprocessor controller, which cannot be silenced with
the CONFIRM button. If this is the case, the control panel enters the “safe state” and emits the
permanent acoustic signal. The system fault resulting from false configuration data can be silenced
with the CONFIRM button, however in this case the configuration settings of the control panel should
be checked and corrected when necessary. Lack of automatic removal of the control panel system
fault indication, after having checked the configuration settings, proves that a permanent fault
occurred. If this is the case, it is necessary to disconnect the control panel from the mains and call the
service.

5.5.4 Disablement mode

Disablement and re-enablement is performed using push the buttons located on the front panel,
after the control panel is switched into the 2nd access level (see point 5.4.2 “Functions of the control
panel at the 2nd access level”).
In order to provide quick access to the transmission and indicators disablement function, the control
panel is equipped with separate disablement buttons located near the TRANSMISSION and
INDICATORS diodes.
In order to disable other circuits, it is necessary to use the FUNCTION, SELECT, SET buttons and LCD.
The control panel enables disablement of:
- DETECTION line 1,
- DETECTION line 2,
- INITIATION line,
- MANUAL CONTROLLING DEVICES line (extinguishing start , extinguishing stop , disable
extinguishing, reserve release, external automatic control/reset disablement),
- ELECTRO-VALVES line (P6, P7, P8 relays)
- DISCHARGE MONITORING line,
- PRESSURE/MASS SUPERVISION line,
- monitoring line for EXTERNAL DEVICES or P1, P2 relays,
- TRANSMISSION of alarm signal (general alarm P5 and P17 relays),
- ALARM DEVICES (P9 relay).

The disablement mode is signalled with a permanent light:

- collectively by the yellow DISABLEMENT diode (3),
- in detail by the yellow diodes located in the field FAULT/ DISABLEMENT /TESTING,
respectively for the circuits specified above.
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Remarks:

Disablement of one of the detection lines precludes any actuation of the fire extinguishing procedure
in the automatic mode when detectors (no line coincidence) are the alarm source.
In addition, the actuation of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure is automatically disabled
when the panel door is open, which is signalled by a flashing light of the PERSONNEL ACCESS diode.
When the EXTINGUISHING STOP or DISABLE EXTINGUISHING push buttons line is disabled, the fire
extinguishing procedure is interrupted at the stage of evacuation alarm.

5.5.5 Testing mode

The control panel provides a testing possibility of the most important circuits and system
components.
1. Tests of the optical indicators located on the control panel front wall and the internal acoustic
alarm device. In this test, the TESTING diode exceptionally does not signal the mode, as it is being
under testing itself.
This test can only be enabled at the 1st access level by means of the second function of the MANUAL
CONTROL button in accordance with its description in point 5.2.

2. Testing performance of fire warning devices and detection lines

Switching the detection line into the testing mode and again into the quiescent mode is performed
by means of the buttons on the front panel, after the control panel is switched into the 2nd access
level (see point 5.4.2 “Functions of the control panel at the 2nd access level”).
The control panel receipt of a test alarm signal from the fire warning device is only signalled by the
red EXTINGUISHING START diode. The alarming line in the testing mode is reset automatically after
approx. 8 sec. This ensures comfortable performance of installed detectors testing without evoking a
fire alarm.

3. Testing the lines related to the control panel extinguishing section:

It is possible to test functioning of the monitoring and controlling lines, and alarm devices. In order to
actuate testing, it is necessary to:
- switch the ZW10 jumper into position 2-3 (inside the control panel – see point 5.3),
- set the testing mode using the function buttons and LCD (see point 5.4.2 “Functions of the
control panel at the 2nd access level”).
a) The testing function of the monitoring and controlling lines (terminals 1 ÷ 16) allows fast checking
of their working order by imposing the active state – loading the line with resistance of approx. 1 kΩ
and observing the DISCHARGING diode. A fast flashing light proves that the circuit is in good working
order. Before testing of another line, the diode should be reset with the CONFIRM or RESET button
on the control panel door.

b) Indicators testing actuation (P9, P10, P11 relay outputs, 27 ÷ 32 terminals) results in automatic
activation of installed indicators with an interrupted sound. During the tests the indicators can be
silenced with the INDICATORS button.

In order to disable testing, it is necessary to switch the ZW10 jumper to its initial position 1-2, which
will automatically reset the testing settings on LCD.

The testing mode is signalled by a permanent light of the collective TESTING diode and fast flashing
light of the diodes indicating the tested circuits in the field FAULT/DISABLEMENT/TESTING.

5.6 SIGNAL TRANSMISSION

Using the relay outputs, which are actuated during a fire alarm, the control panel can control the
external devices and send fire alarm signals to the monitoring station. The general alarm relays can
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be programmed so that they are actuated immediately or with a delay set within the range of 0 to 9
min 59 sec, in a sequence of 1 sec. For a delay longer than 30 sec., its execution additionally depends
on the alarm signal acknowledgement by the personnel – by pressing the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
button. If the control panel operates in (only) manual controlling mode and the
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT button is not pressed within 30 sec, the control panel will reduce the set delay
time to 30 sec and actuate the general alarm relays. If the control panel works in automatic (and
manual) mode, the delay time will be reduced to zero.
In order to disable the P5 and P17 general alarm relays actuation, the TRANSMISSION push button
should be used.
The P4 initial alarm relay is not programmable, it actuates immediately upon the 1st stage alarm
occurrence and has not the disablement function.

5.7 EXTERNAL ACOUSTIC ALARM DEVICES

Using the output for fire alarm devices (terminals 27, 28), it is possible to attach external acoustic
alarm devices to the control panel. The output operation depends on the ALARM DEVICES (25) push
button and programmable external alarming option (“0” or “1”). If option “0” is programmed, then in
the alarm mode it is possible to use the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (32) push button to silence the
acoustic signalling, both internal and external, and the ALARM DEVICES button to again switch on or
off the external indicators (without using the key). When the control panel receives an alarm signal
from the second line, the internal acoustic signalling will always be repeated and the external
signalling will be repeated only if the ALARM DEVICES button was not used for disablement in the
quiescent mode.
If option “1” is programmed, the operation of the output for fire alarm devices is independent on the
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (32) push button. The ALARM DEVICES (25) push button enables disablement
(switch off) and re-enablement (switch on) of the attached line, but it is only operative at the 2nd
access level. In option “1”, the incoming alarms do not affect the state of the ALARM DEVICES
button, i.e. the next alarm does not re-enable the output.
The yellow diode (18) signals the external alarm devices disablement (silencing).

5.8 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS DESCRIPTION

5.8.1 Monitoring and controlling lines inputs

5.8.1.1 Input for external EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE buttons

It is used for connection of the EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE buttons line. When the button is pressed,
it interrupts the extinguishing signal and blocks the relays that initiate the extinguishing agent
release. Unlike the EXTINGUISHING STOP buttons, which are operative only when pressed and
during the countdown of delay to release, the EXTINGUISHING BLOCKADE push buttons can be used
for interrupting or blocking fire extinguishing at every stage of the control panel operation. The
button actuation does not block the reception of the alarm signal and signalling functions related to
the control panel alarm mode.

Remark:

A line fault (short-circuit, break or lack of end-of-line resistor) also blocks the extinguishing agent
release.
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5.8.1.2 Input for automatic control disablement/reset

The input function depends on the ZW4 jumper setting (see point 5.3, table 1).
a) ZW4 – contacts 1-2 closed
It enables the control panel automatic operation mode remote disablement – the K contact closed,
or re-enablement – contact K opened. In the disablement state, the control panel can actuate the
extinguishing procedure as a result of pressing the EXTINGUISHING START button only. The circuit
allows turning on the LED in series with 1 kΩ resistor to signal the disablement state.
b) ZW4 – contacts 2-3 closed
It enables to remotely reset the alarm mode – the K contact should be a no-latch button. When
closed, the K contact actuates the alarm reset function, like the RESET button on the control panel
door.

The input function depends on the ZW4 jumper setting (see point 5.3, table 1).
a) ZW4 – contacts 1-2 closed

5.8.1.3 External alarm input – initiation line

The K contact actuation entails the automatic fire extinguishing procedure start in the automatic
operation mode and the same signalling of the control panel as that actuated with the
EXTINGUISHING START push button. In the manual control mode, the input is disabled. It is used for
a “certain” activating signal receipt from another fire protection system.

5.8.1.4 Extinguishing agent release supervision input

The input is active after the ZW7 jumper has been switched to pos. 2-3.
The K contact can be the normally open contact, for example for the flow relay installed on the
extinguishing agent exit side. As a result of having closed K contact, a real extinguishing agent release
signal is sent to the control panel. It turns on the optical and acoustic signalling and relevant inputs,
like for the discharge state, if they have not been activated before due to the automatic fire
extinguishing procedure evoking.
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The control panel signals the external devices fault if no extinguishing agent release signal occurs on
the “discharge control” input within a specific time after the P6 relay triggering, which actuates the
electro-valve.

5.8.1.5 Pressure or mass supervision input

The task of the line connected to this input is to supervise the efficiency of extinguishing equipment,
especially as to proper pressure or mass. For a higher number of devices to be monitored, more
normally closed contacts can be connected in series rather than one K contact. The circuit opening is
signalled by the control panel as a fault of the “pressure (mass) supervision” line.

The below diagram shows another usage way of the pressure (mass) supervision input, which allows
distinguishing the difference between a line fault (short-circuit or break) and the K contact switching
function. The K contact is normally open. Closing the K contact results in the fault “no
pressure/mass” signalling, while the line fault generates a fault message of the pressure (mass)
supervision line.

5.8.1.6 RESERVE/LK line input

The input function depends on the ZW9 jumper setting (see point 5.3, table 1).
a) „reserve release” (jumper 9 in pos. 2-3).
It enables connection of the line with buttons for manual discharge of the extinguishing agent
additional reserve. Closing the K contact results in the P8 relay actuation, which sends the releasing
impulse with duration as programmed by the user. This input triggering is only possible after the
extinguishing agent anterior discharge (i.e. after the P6 and P7 relays activation). The “reserve”
buttons can be connected in parallel and there should be only one 10 kΩ end-of-line resistor
installed, at the end of the line. The actuation signalling LED the can be connected to 1 kΩ resistor in
series.
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b) universal monitoring line (jumper 9 in pos. 1-2)

It is provided for the external devices efficiency monitoring. The K contact opening (line break) or the
line short-circuit result in the external devices fault.

5.8.1.7 EXTINGUISHINGSTART external push buttons input

It is used for connection of the line of manual fire extinguishing actuation buttons. It is possible to
connect in parallel several push buttons, but only one 10 kΩ end-of-line resistor should be installed
at the end of the line. The actuation signalling LED the can be connected to 1 kΩ resistor in series.
Pressing the button actuates the automatic fire extinguishing procedure.

5.8.1.8 EXTINGUISHING STOP external buttons input

It is used for connection of the line with one or more EXTINGUISHING STOP buttons are installed in
parallel. Only one 10 kΩ resistor should be installed, at the end of the line, in the last button. The
input is only active during the execution of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure. Pressing the
EXTINGUISHING STOP button stops execution of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure and this
mode is signalled by the EXTINGUISHING STOP diode located on the control panel front panel. The
procedure is resumed upon releasing the EXTINGUISHING STOP button. Then, according to the ZW6
jumper setting, the evacuation time is counted from the beginning (for the ZW6 jumper in pos. 1-2)
or the extinguishing agent immediate discharge takes place if the evacuation time has elapsed during
the suspension period (for the ZW6 jumper set in pos. 2-3) – see point 5.3.
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The lines connected to the above-mentioned inputs should be made of a two-wire screened cable
with resistance of no more than 2 x 50 Ω and resistance of insulation between cores of no more than
100 kΩ. All the lines connected to the controlling and monitoring inputs are supervised for a break
and short circuit. They should be ended with a 10 kΩ end-of-line resistor. The lines break and short
circuit is signalled by the control panel as a fault and it can be read from the LCD which circuit is
faulty. Unused inputs should be equipped with a 10 kΩ resistor connected to input terminals.

5.8.2 Extinguishing agent discharge controlling outputs

The control panel is equipped with three outputs that supply voltage of + 24 V through the P6, P7, P8
relays contacts (3 pairs of terminals No. 21...26) intended for control of electro-valves or other
equipment initiating the extinguishing agent release during the automatic fire extinguishing
procedure.
P6 – the relay supplies to the output an impulse of + 24 V with programmable duration at 0..30
min, since the end of preliminary warning (i.e. counting up the evacuation time).
P7 – the relay supplies to the output an impulse of + 24 V with programmable duration at 0..30
min, upon completion of the P6 relay impulse.
P8 – the relay supplies to the output an impulse of + 24 V with programmable duration at 0..30
min, upon supplying the signal to the “reserve release” output;, the P8 actuation is possible
when impulses from P6 and P7 relays are completed.
The resistance of the lines connected to these outputs should not exceed 2 x 50 Ω and the resistance
of the insulation between cores should be at least 100 kΩ. When not activated, the electro-valves
lines are supplied by the control panel with negative measuring voltage – 5 V, which allows their
efficiency monitoring with regard to a break and short circuit, but they require that 5.6 kΩ end-of-
line resistors should be connected. In the active state, these circuits are not monitored due to low
winding resistance of various electro-valves. In order to separate the measuring voltage – 5 V from
the supply voltage + 24 V, the electro-valves should be attached to the line through a rectifying diode
connected in series, the power of which corresponds to the loading. The maximum loading of each
line should not exceed 2 A. The following drawing presents two connection diagrams. The first
diagram is for the releasing (initiating) elements with low resistance <100 Ω. In this case, the
measuring current (< 1 mA) flows through the releasing element (e.g. through the electro-valve
winding), which allows the control panel to detect a break in its circuit. The second diagram is for the
releasing elements with a higher resistance (R>100 Ω), where only line is supervised. The 5.6 kΩ end-
of-line resistor should be attached as close to the releasing element as possible.
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The connection of initiating elements to the 23, 24 and 25, 26 terminals is identical.

5.8.3 Alarm devices indicators controlling outputs

The control panel is furnished with three outputs to supply + 24 V (± 15 %) voltage through the P9,
P10, and P11 relays contacts (3 pairs of terminals No. 27...32) used to connect:
- fire alarm equipment, e.g. external acoustic alarm devices (with disablement possibility– see
point 5.7), controlled with an interrupted signal from the 1st stage alarm occurrence, which
changes into a permanent one upon the evacuation alarm actuation, i.e. since the actuation
of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure – P9 (terminals No. 27, 28),
- optical and optical-acoustic evacuation alarm devices, controlled with a flashing signal during
the evacuation alarm – P10 (terminals No. 29, 30),
- optical warning alarm devices – P11 (terminals No. 31, 32), controlled with a flashing signal
since the extinguishing agent release until the control panel alarm mode reset.
The resistance of the alarm device lines should not exceed 2 x 50 Ω and the resistance of insulation
between cores should be at least 100 kΩ. During the quiescent mode, the alarm device circuits are
supplied by the control panel with negative measuring voltage – 5 V, which allows their efficiency
monitoring with regard to a break and short circuit, but requires the connection of 5.6 kΩ end-of-line
resistors. The maximum loading of each output to control indicators is 1A. In order to separate the
measuring voltage – 5 V from the supply voltage + 24 V, the alarm devices should be attached to the
line through a rectifying diode connected in series, the power of which is selected according to the
loading. Exemplary alarm devices circuits connections are shown in the following figures.
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The connection of warning alarm devices to the 31 and 32 terminals is identical.

5.8.4 Unsupervised non-potential relay outputs

Universal relay outputs
The control panel is equipped with 2 programmable relays P1 (terminals 41, 42, 43) and P2 (terminals
44, 45, 46), which can send control signals to the external equipment, e.g.: smoke and heat dampers
release, ventilation switch off, manufacturing equipment switch off, etc. The P1, P2 relays can be
programmed to operate upon an occurrence of the most important states of the control panel. It is
possible to set the relays actuation delay until the occurrence of a specific criterion (except for the
situation when the reset state is treated as the criterion). The delay can be programmed within the
range of 0...10 min. The relays return to their initial state takes place during the control panel alarm
mode reset (or after the reset when the reset state is set as the relay criterion). The P1 and P2 relays
are programmable independently.
The P1 and P2 relays programming description is contained in point 5.4.3.
The fire alarm transmission devices output (the 2nd state alarm monitoring with a disablement
possibility of the TRANSMISSION button). In the control panel, there are 3 terminals (53, 54, 55)
connected to switch-over contacts of the P5 general alarm relay.
The 1st stage alarm monitoring. In the control panel, there are 3 terminals (50, 51, 52) connected to
switch-over contacts of the P4 preliminary alarm relay.
A fault monitoring. In the control panel, there are three terminals connected to switch-over contacts
of the P3 relay (terminals 47, 48, 49), which monitors the general fault.
In the case of any fault outage, the relay is in an active state. If the control panel detects at least one
fault, the relay contacts return to their initial static mode.
Monitoring outputs to superior fire protection system. In the control panel, there are six pairs of
terminals (No. 33...40 and 57...60) connected to non-potential relay contacts to allow sending signals
informing about the control panel most important modes:
P12 – “manual mode/handling”, the relay function depends on ZW3 jumper setting (see point 5.3,
table 1)
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a) ZW3 – the 1-2 contacts closed

- the relay actuated upon the control panel door opening or switching into the 2nd access
level,
b) ZW3 – the 2-3 contacts closed
- the relay actuated in the manual operation mode.
P13 – “extinguishing”, closes contacts upon the extinguishing agent release depending on the ZW5
jumper setting (see point 5.3, table 1)
a) ZW5 – the 1-2 contacts closed
- on the basis of the control panel P6 relay controlling internal signal (EZ1),
b) ZW5 – the 2-3 contacts closed
- on the basis of the actual extinguishing agent release signal received from the “release
supervision” line
In both cases the relay is switched off upon the control panel alarm mode reset.
P14 – “general fault”, opens the contacts in the control panel fault mode (the contacts are closed
when there are no faults),
P15 – “extinguishing stop (suspension)”, closes the contacts when countdown of the time to
discharge is suspended (after the function actuation with the EXTINGUISHING STOP push
button)
P16 – “disable extinguishing”, closes the contacts when the control panel extinguishing
disablement is active,
P17 – “general alarm”, closes the contacts after the control panel enters the general (2nd stage)
alarm mode.
The relay is switched off upon the control panel alarm mode reset. The relay repeats the P5
relay operation. Pressing the TRANSMISSION push button disables (or re-enables) the P17
relay operation.

6 POWER SUPPLY

Basic power supply. The basic source of power supply to the control panel is the power network 230
V/50 Hz. Voltage fluctuations within the range of + 10 % to - 15 % do not affect the control panel
proper operation. The control panel simultaneous power supplying and buffering, or the attached
battery pack charging is ensured by the internal power supply unit, which generates constant voltage
of 24 V. The control panel power supply unit allows current draw of up to 2 A in the continuous way
and up to 3 A for a time limited to 0.5 h. At the system design stage, it is recommended to check
whether the total current to be drawn from the control panel power supply unit is not higher than
the above-mentioned values. In the check, it is necessary to consider the sum total of all the currents
drawn simultaneously from the control panel terminals, together with supply current of the control
panel itself. Attention should be paid to the admissible current values of individual outputs. In the
case of application of a higher amount of, for example, alarm devices and the admissible current
value is exceeded, it is necessary to provide an external power supply unit.
Reserve power supply. In the case of the mains voltage outage, the control panel reserve source of
power supply is a battery pack with rated voltage at 24 V and capacity at 7 Ah. Switching over from
the basic power supply to the reserve one takes place automatically, without any interruption in
supply. The operation time of the control panel supplied from the basic source, when no current is
drawn by accessories, is 72 h in the quiescent mode and additionally 0.5 h in the alarm mode with
average current draw at 1 A. During the quiescent mode, without basic power supply, with a
complete set of fire alarm warning devices installed in the detection lines, but without supplying
power to the accessories, the current drawn by the control panel does not exceed 90 mA.
The battery pack is charged automatically by the charger integrated with the control panel power
supply unit. The charging current is limited to approx. 1 A. When the pack is fully charged, the
charging current is almost zero and the buffering voltage should be 27.3 V (value set by the
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manufacturer). It is possible to correct the buffering voltage value using the potentiometer accessible
through the round hole in the metal casing of the control panel power supply unit. This operation
should be carried out by a trained maintenance technician when the battery pack is fully charged or
when the batteries are disconnected.
The general efficiency of both the batteries and the charger is under continuous monitoring and any
faults are signalled. The battery is considered (by the control panel internal monitoring system) as
inefficient when its internal resistance will increase and is higher than 2 Ω.
The assembly, operation and disposal of the batteries should be performed in accordance with
instructions provided by the battery manufacturer. Worn out batteries should be obligatorily passed
to recycling according to the regulations in force.
Automatic power-off. During the operation of the control panel supplied from the battery pack only,
there is a gradual reduction in supply voltage, which is natural. The reserve supply voltage decrease
down to approx. 22 V is signalled acoustically. Further drop in the battery pack voltage and reaching
the final discharge voltage of approx. 21 V will automatically turn the control panel off. In the control
panel alarm mode, this function is disabled. It may be required to press the WŁ. AKU push button to
switch on the power supply again after an efficient battery pack is connected (unless the control
panel is turned on automatically). This button is available on the power supply board when the
control panel is open. The basic power supply resumption switches the control panel on
automatically.

7 INSTALLATION

7.1 CONTROL PANEL MOUNTING

The control panel should be mounted to the wall using three expansion bolts of at least 8 mm
diameter. The control panel mounting holes arrangement is shown in fig. 3. The control panel
mounting can be executed with removed batteries.

7.2 INPUT AND OUTPUT CIRCUITS CONNECTING TERMINALS AND WIRING SYSTEM

The control panel is equipped with a set of connecting terminals to attach the wiring of the alarm
system, extinguishing system, external devices and mains power supply. These terminals enable
connection of wires with the maximum diameter at 1.2 mm and cross-section at 1.5 mm².
For the connecting terminals view see fig. 5 and for their description and marking see fig. 4.
The detection, monitoring and controlling lines should be routed in accordance with the principles
applicable in telecommunication. They can be laid on wall, under plaster, in ground and as overhead
lines. The lines must be continuous and ended with end-of-line resistors. They cannot be installed
along the high voltage power cables.
The installation cables can enter the control panel from the semi-flush or on-surface wiring system.
They are inserted in the shortest way (without reserves) through the round openings located in the
upper part of the control panel – separately the mains and low-voltage cables. The endings of
unused cables should not be inserted into the control panel.
The detection line cables can enter the G-31 socket from the semi-flush (in-plaster) wiring system
only, through the middle hole with a rubber gland, and the G-35 socket from the semi-flush and on-
surface wiring system, through the removed side throats in the socket base.
The mains power supply. To connect the 230 V / 50 Hz mains supply and protective conductor to the
control panel there are the L, N and PE mains terminals, which are protected against an accidental
touch by a special cover. The PE protective conductor should be connected directly to the screw on
the wall inside the control panel casing, accessible when the cover of the mains cable terminals is
removed – fig. 5. It is recommended to use a protective conductor of the cross-section at 2.5 mm².
Detection lines. Two pairs of terminals with marked polarity are provided to connect detection lines.
It is recommended that detection lines are routed with a screened cable, approved by the CNBOP
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certificate, e.g. YnTKSYekw 1 x 2 x 0.8. Above the detection lines terminals, there are terminals for
connection of the cable screens to the control panel metal housing – fig. 5.
Input and output monitoring and controlling lines. They should be made of a screened cable, like
the detection lines. During their assembly, it is necessary to pay attention to the proper connection
in accordance with the terminals polarity.
Non-potential relay outputs. The contacts of the non-potential relays attached to the connecting
blocks are galvanically isolated from the control panel wiring systems. The lines connected to these
outputs do not have special requirements for screening; however the equipment they operate with
and supervise the circuits of (e.g. the monitoring equipment or superior fire protection system) may
have such requirements.
External devices power supply output. Two terminals supplying 24 V ± 15 % direct current are
designed in order to supply the external devices actuated, for example, from relay outputs. The
source of this voltage is the control panel power supply unit and reserve battery pack. The current
drawn from this output is summed up with the other power supply unit loads along with the current
drawn by the control panel, see point 6 “Basic power supply”.
Note:
When current is also drawn by the external devices, the assumed 72-hour working time of the
control panel supplied from batteries during the mains voltage outage will be reduced in proportion
to the current taken.

8 EVENT MEMORY

8.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The IGNIS 1520M control panel is equipped with the memory of events that took place during the
facility supervision. The following occurrences are treated as events:
- fire alarms,
- actuation, suspension, resumption of the automatic fire extinguishing procedure,
discharging,
- any faults detected by the control panel and their repairs,
- confirmation of alarm or fault information receipt,
- change in configuration settings,
- alarm reset,
- zone switching into testing mode,
- alarm transmission actuation (general fire relay),
- disablement and re-enablement of alarm transmission/general fire relay.
Every event message contains the date and time of the occurrence and description of the event.
The control panel saves the signalled events on an automatic and current basis. After the whole
memory is full, i.e. 512 events saved, the following events are saved at the beginning of the memory
in the place of the former ones. It is possible to read out the recent events, up to 512, arranged by
the date and time of their occurrence. The readout is possible after the memory content has been
sent to an IBM-compatible PC via the control panel RS 232C serial interface. Data can be sent to the
PC after a special event memory reading software is run.
The contents of the entire event memory can be erased using the function described in point 5.4.2.

8.2 EVENT MEMORY CONTENTS READING SOFTWARE

8.2.1 Hardware requirements

a) A personal computer equipped with:
- a free serial port RS 232 (COM1 ÷ COM4);
- a hard disk with approx. 0.5 MB of free space:
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- the operating system of Windows 98/ME/2000/XP;

- a floppy disk drive 1.44 MB (or any other equipment to allow recording by the software, e.g.
Internet connection);
b) A connection cable between the control panel and the PC;
In the case of a PC not equipped with the RS 232 port, it is possible to use the USB port. If this is the
case, it is necessary to buy a converter (an integrated cable available in computer accessories shops),
which provides the RS232 serial port communication over the USB serial bus after installation of the
relevant driver for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP.

8.2.2 Connection between PC and control panel

Before the software is run, it is necessary to connect the PC with the control panel. This operation
should be done with the PC off. The connection cable should be equipped with an 9-pin socket on
the control panel side and 9- or 25-pin socket, depending on the connector type in the PC, on the
other side.
In the case of the 9-pin cable and 25-pin PC output, it is possible to execute the connection using the
adapter available from shops with computer accessories. See below for how to connect the control
panel and PC using the cable suitable for 9- and 25-pin connector in the PC.

8.3 EVENT MEMORY READOUT SOFTWARE RUNNING

The software for event memory readout and the information materials are available from the web
site at www.polon-alfa.com.pl after getting an access code.
After the connection between PC and control panel is done, it is necessary to:
- turn the PC on;
- copy the igniswin file onto the hard disk;
- run the igniswin program;
- when the possibility to select the control panel type and serial port number is displayed on
the screen, select the type IGNIS 1520M and respectively COM1...COM4, depending on
which PC port the control panel is connected to;
- switch the control panel to the 2nd access level (by turning the key into vertical position);
- start transmission of the event memory content by keeping the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT button
pressed for approx. 5 sec in the control panel until the data transfer indicator on the PC
screen signals transmission.
The events ready for readout will be displayed in the programme “window”.
In order to print out the events, select the “print” option from the “file” menu.
Remarks:
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- connection of a PC (supplied from the mains) to the working control panel will result in
detection of earth fault by the control panel and the fault signalling. It is possible to disable
earth fault monitoring using the ZW1 jumper during the printout,
- when visible errors (e.g. test offset, unreadable characters) or the transmission error
message occur, it is necessary to repeat the operation of data transmission from the control
panel to the PC.

9 CONTROL PANEL SPECIAL APPLICATIONS

9.1 EXPLOSION ENDANGERED PREMISES PROTECTION

It is possible to install fire detectors and manual call points within the zones with explosive mixtures
of gases and fluid vapours only in intrinsically safe detection circuits. Such circuits provide the [Ex ia
IIC] category. The intrinsically safe circuits in the IGNIS 1000 system can be created in detection lines
using the following types of intrinsically safe protective barriers:
- MTL 7728+ manufactured by MTL company,
- 9001/02-280-090-10 manufactured by STAHL company,
- 9002/11-280-293-00 manufactured by STAHL company,
or using the following intrinsically safe separators manufactured by STAHL company:
- one-channel of 9167/13-11-00s type;
- two-channel of 9167/23-11-00s type.
The use of a barrier or separator imposes limitations in the detection line parameters, the total
resistance of which should not exceed 2 x 30 Ω. The line should be ended with a 5.6 kΩ end-of-line
resistor and the admissible quiescent current of intrinsically safe fire alarm warning devices should
not exceed 0.5 mA, while their number should not be higher than 10.
In the intrinsically safe circuits, it is allowed to install the 30Ex POLON model range detectors, e.g.
DIO-37Ex; TNP-35Ex; TUP-35Ex; PUO-35Ex; TUN –38Ex.
A barrier or separator connection into a detection line causes that the control panel may signal a
short circuit in the intrinsically safe circuit in an ambiguous way – as a fire or as a fault.
The intrinsically safe barrier (unlike the separator) must be grounded and the grounding resistance
should not exceed 1 Ω. It is installed in a safe zone, between the control panel and intrinsically safe
circuit. In the IGNIS 1520M control panel, it is necessary to disable the earth fault signalling by
switching the ZW1 jumper (on the power supply board). Otherwise, the barrier earthing will result in
the control panel circuits earth fault signalling. The STAHL 9002/11-280-293-00 barrier usage allows
for the detection line extension up to 2 x 40 Ω and does not require the earth fault signalling
disablement.

10 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

10.1 GENERAL PRINCIPLES

The control panel unfailing operation depends on maintaining appropriate operating conditions,
power supply voltage, battery condition and periodical inspections performance.
Fire alarm detection systems and automatic extinguishing controllers, as safety installations, must be
continuously kept at full efficiency. The premises user is obliged to ensure proper the installation
maintenance that should be carried out by an Authorised Service Station. It is recommended that
maintenance technicians are trained in functioning, installation and operation of fire signalling
systems by the manufacturer.
The maintenance technician should thoroughly study this manual. He should know exactly the
operating principles of the control panel and other devices interoperating with it. In case ionization
smoke detectors are installed in the system, the maintenance technician must possess an
appropriate permission to install and service such detectors issued by a proper nuclear energy
authority.
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10.2 PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS

Frequency of periodical inspections. The manufacturer recommends that periodical tests should be
performed at least once every 6 months. In the case of the system difficult working conditions (high
humidity, corrosive environment, dustiness, etc.), the system user, in agreement with the designer
and maintenance technician, should increase the frequency of periodical inspections.
The periodical testing consists in:

event memory readout (using a computer), in order to check the control panel attending
personnel appropriate work and possible signals indicated by the control panel;

inspection (testing) of the control panel every signalling diode and acoustic alarm device;

consecutive testing of every fire detector (e.g. using fire factor imitators) and manual call
points installed in detector lines, utilising the control panel appropriate testing functions;

visual evaluation of the fire detectors technical condition (level of dirt, corrosion, permanent
soil) and of manual call points, especially in the case of their longer operation, that should be
carried out during a device testing;

if necessary, cleaning of the fire detectors and their replacement or regeneration;

checking the external alarm devices and connected protective and fire fighting devices
according to the manufacturer’s guidelines;

battery checking – pursuant to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Buffering voltage level checking – according to the ‘reserve power supply’ p. 6.
A properly operating and regularly inspected control panel does not require any special maintenance
works.

10.3 FUSE REPLACEMENT

The control panel is equipped with two melting fuses in the following circuits:
- reserve batteries charging – 3.15 A of T3, 15 L250 type;
- common for the external device power supply outputs – 3.15 A of T3, 15 L250 type.
Both fuses are accessible after the control panel opening.

11 PACKING, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION

Packing. The control panel is placed in a unit packing, reducing free movement possibility and
eliminating damage occurrence during loading and transportation.
The following data are marked on the package:
- the name and/or the trademark of the manufacturer;
- the name and the type of the control panel;
Additionally, the following marking is placed on the package:
“CAUTION FRAGILE”, “UPPER SIDE, DON’T TURN OVER”, “KEEP DRY” or equivalent marks according
to the PN-85/0-79252 Polish Standard.
Storage. The control panel should be stored in closed premises at a temperature between + 5 0C and
+ 40 0C and relative humidity not exceeding 80 %, free of corrosive vapours and gases. In case the
control panel is stored for a longer period, it is necessary to connect it to a power supply for at least
1 hour and execute operation tests every 6 months.
During storage the control panel should not be exposed to heat radiation: direct sun light or heating
devices.
Transportation. The control panels should be carried in closed transport means, taking into
consideration the transport recommendations marked on the package, and protecting them against
sharp shocks and avoiding ambient temperature exceeding the – 25 0C to + 55 0C range.
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Fig. 3 Overall view and basic dimensions of the IGNIS 1520M control panel
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Terminals:
1...16 – monitoring and controlling lines inputs,
17...20 – detection lines inputs,
21...32 – supervised relay outputs,
33...40 and 57...60 – non-potential relay outputs to interoperate with a superior system,
41...55 – universal non-potential relay outputs and to the monitoring system,
+ 24 V- external devices power supply voltage,
„* ” – marking of the outputs that are programmable and dependable on the jumpers positioning
(see p. 5.3 Table 1)
Fig. 4 Connection terminal description
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1. Openings to insert the wires connected to the terminal panel 3.

2. Terminals to connect detecting line ‘screens’.
3. Connecting terminal panel.
4. Mains cable and its connection method to the control panel terminals.

Fig. 5 Connecting terminals view

Fig. 6 G-40 base design

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Fig. 9 G-40 detector base connection in detector lines

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