FIREFINDER SERIES II INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING &

OPERATION

FireFinder

Fire Alarm Control Panel

Series II AS4428

Installation, Commissioning &

Operation

MAN 2986-1
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FIRE BRIGADE RESPONSE GUIDE

1. INDICATION (INCOMING FIRE ALARM CONDITION)

ALARM
ALARM LED FLASHING

Loop X sensor X TYPE LCD DISPLAY of

LX SX ZX STAT:ALARM DESCRIPTION TYPE, ADDRESS,
DATE & TIME DATE & TIME
ACKED ZONE ALARMS X OF XX and No of ACKNOWLEDGED ALARMS

2. ACKNOWLEDGE ALARM

ACKNOWLEDGE
 PRESS ACKNOWLEDGE KEY

NEXT
 PRESS NEXT TO SCROLL TO NEXT ALARM
3. REPEAT THE ABOVE STEPS TO ACKNOWLEDGE ALL ALARMS

Loop X sensor X TYPE LCD DISPLAY of

LX SX ZX STAT:ALARM DESCRIPTION TYPE, ADDRESS,
DATE & TIME DATE & TIME
ACKED ZONE ALARMS X OF XX and No of ACKNOWLEDGED ALARMS

ALARM
ALARM LED STEADY
4. ISOLATE BELL

EXTERNAL BELL
 ISOLATE
PRESS TO ISOLATE BELLS INDICATOR WILL TURN ON
5. RESET ALARMS

RESET
 PRESS TO RESET ALL ACKNOWLEDGED ALARMS
6. ACKNOWLEDGE RESET

ACKNOWLEDGE
 PRESS ACKNOWLEDGE KEY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No.

1 About This Manual .................................................................................................................. 1

1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 General Requirements ............................................................................................... 1
1.3 References................................................................................................................. 1
1.4 Symbols ..................................................................................................................... 1
2 System Overview .................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 FACP Configuration Examples ................................................................................... 3
3 FireFinder Description ............................................................................................................ 4
4 Placing the Basic System into Operation .............................................................................. 6
4.1 Unpacking .................................................................................................................. 6
4.2 Anti-Static Precautions ............................................................................................... 6
4.3 Working On The System ............................................................................................ 6
4.4 The Cabinet ............................................................................................................... 6
4.5 Mounting The Cabinet ................................................................................................ 6
4.6 Operational Parameters ............................................................................................. 7
4.7 Cabling Recommendations......................................................................................... 7
4.8 Power Supplies and AC Mains Installation .................................................................. 8
4.8.1 Connecting the Mains Earth......................................................................... 9
4.8.2 Connecting the Mains Power to the Power Supply ....................................... 9
4.9 Current Limiter, Fuse Board (BRD85CLFB) .............................................................. 11
4.10 Brigade / PSU Monitor Board (BRD85BPMB) ........................................................... 12
4.10.1 Battery Connections (TB1)......................................................................... 14
4.10.2 Auxiliary 27 Volt Power (TB2) .................................................................... 14
4.10.3 Bell / Sounder Monitored Outputs (TB3 & TB5) .......................................... 14
4.10.4 Warning System connections (TB5) ........................................................... 15
4.10.5 Relay Output Connections (TB6 – TB10) ................................................... 15
4.10.6 DBA / MCP & Door Switch Connections (TB11) ......................................... 15
4.10.7 ASE Fault Brigade Box Connection (CN6) ................................................. 15
4.11 Main Board (BRD85MBA)......................................................................................... 16
4.12 Front Panel Board (302-690) .................................................................................... 17
4.13 Main CPU (BRD85CPU) ........................................................................................... 18
4.14 Slave CPU (302-669) ............................................................................................... 19
4.15 Conventional Zone Board (302-671) ......................................................................... 20
4.16 Addressable Loop Termination Board (302-735) ....................................................... 21
4.17 Addressable Loop Termination Board (BRD86DLTB-B) ............................................ 22
5 FireFinder Control Panel....................................................................................................... 23
6 Functions And Menus ........................................................................................................... 26
6.1 The Default LCD Display .......................................................................................... 26
6.2 Accessing Functions and Menus .............................................................................. 26
6.3 Function Menu and Access Levels ........................................................................... 26
7 The Main Menu ...................................................................................................................... 27
7.1 Status Menu ............................................................................................................. 27
7.2 Testing Menu ........................................................................................................... 29
7.2.1 Alarm Test ................................................................................................. 29
7.2.2 Fault Test .................................................................................................. 29
7.2.3 Lamp Test ................................................................................................. 29
8 Main Functions...................................................................................................................... 30
8.1 Setting the Function Date Facility ............................................................................. 30
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8.2 Setting the Function Time Facility ............................................................................. 30
8.3 Setting the Function Daynight Facility ....................................................................... 30
8.4 Function Logs Facility ............................................................................................... 30
8.5 The Function Test Facility......................................................................................... 31
8.6 Function Manual I/O Control ..................................................................................... 32
8.7 Function Access (Level II) / Passwords (Level III) ..................................................... 32
8.7.1 Forgotten Passwords ................................................................................. 33
8.8 Function Programming ............................................................................................. 34
8.8.1 Conventional Zone Programming............................................................... 34
8.8.2 Device Programming ................................................................................. 35
8.8.3 Input Programming .................................................................................... 35
8.8.4 Output Programming ................................................................................. 35
8.8.5 Manual Call Point (MCP) ........................................................................... 36
8.8.6 Sub Address.............................................................................................. 36
8.8.7 Watchdog .................................................................................................. 36
8.8.8 Self Learn .................................................................................................. 36
8.8.9 Extra Devices Detected ............................................................................. 36
8.8.10 Mismatch Detected .................................................................................... 37
9 Incoming Fire Alarm Signal .................................................................................................. 38
10 Accessing a Loop, Sensor or Zone ...................................................................................... 39
11 Expanding the FACP with Compatible FireFinder Boards .................................................. 40
11.1 Ancillary Services ..................................................................................................... 40
11.2 Compatible FireFinder Boards .................................................................................. 41
11.3 16/16 Input / Output Board (302-672) ....................................................................... 42
11.4 8 Way Relay Board (302-6760/1).............................................................................. 42
11.5 16 Way Input Board (302-677).................................................................................. 43
11.6 Serial Relay Board (302-732) ................................................................................... 43
11.7 Fire Fan Module (BRD25FCB).................................................................................. 44
11.8 Fan Termination Board (BRD25FTB) ........................................................................ 44
11.9 Zone & General Indicator Card (BRD85GIBB) .......................................................... 45
11.10 Switch and Indicator Card (BRD25GIB – B) .............................................................. 46
11.11 8 Way Sounder Monitor Board (302-7420/1) ............................................................. 47
11.12 Printer ...................................................................................................................... 48
11.12.1 Indicators and Buttons ............................................................................... 48
11.12.2 Maintenance.............................................................................................. 49
11.12.3 Printer Connections and Jumpering ........................................................... 51
11.12.4 Printer 5 Volt Power Supply (BRD42PVCB1) ............................................. 51
11.13 Agent Release Control ............................................................................................. 52
11.13.1 Agent Release Module (BRD25ARB-A) ..................................................... 55
11.13.2 Local Control Station (BRD25ARB-B) ........................................................ 56
11.13.3 Agent Release Termination Board (BRD25ATB) ........................................ 59
11.13.4 Interface Wiring ......................................................................................... 60
11.14 Warning Signs.......................................................................................................... 61
11.15 Occupant Warning Systems ..................................................................................... 63
11.16 EV60 / 120 ............................................................................................................... 67
11.17 EV3000 .................................................................................................................... 67
12 Brigade Devices .................................................................................................................... 68
12.1 ASE (Vic Metro) Brigade Box.................................................................................... 68
12.2 Brigade Box (Deltec WA, SA, TAS,QLD) .................................................................. 68
13 Expanding the System through Networking ........................................................................ 69
13.1 Communications: Network Interface Card (BRD85NIC) ............................................ 69
13.2 Communications Extender Board (BRD82LTB)......................................................... 71
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13.3 High Level Interface Expander (BRD43SPB) ............................................................ 72
13.4 Expansion Board (302-688) ...................................................................................... 74
13.5 Expansion Controller (159-0077) .............................................................................. 74
14 SmartTerminal ....................................................................................................................... 75
14.1 SmartTerminal Controls and Indicators ..................................................................... 75
14.2 LCD Screen Format ................................................................................................. 79
14.3 Operation ................................................................................................................. 81
14.4 Setting the Address .................................................................................................. 82
14.5 Mechanical ............................................................................................................... 83
14.6 Installation & Cabling................................................................................................ 84
14.7 Specifications ........................................................................................................... 85
14.8 Setting the SmartTerminal Controller Configuration in ConfigManager ...................... 86
14.9 Setting the SmartTerminal Reporting Parameters in ConfigManager ......................... 86
14.10 Trouble Shooting Chart ............................................................................................ 87
15 RS232 Modem / Programming / Debug Interfacing ............................................................. 88
16 List Of Compatible Detectors ............................................................................................... 89
17 Certification Information ....................................................................................................... 90
18 Troubleshooting Chart.......................................................................................................... 91
19 Address Setting .................................................................................................................... 92
20 Glossary of Terms................................................................................................................. 93
21 Definitions ............................................................................................................................. 94
22 Quick Reference Guides ....................................................................................................... 95
23 Statement of Compliance ..................................................................................................... 97
23.1 Installation Details .................................................................................................... 99
24 Commissioning Test Report ............................................................................................... 100
24.1 Procedure .............................................................................................................. 101
24.2 System Information ................................................................................................ 101
25 Battery Capacity Calculation .............................................................................................. 104
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1 About This Manual
1.1 Introduction
This manual contains all the information required to install, commission and operate the FireFinder
SERIES II Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) fitted with Version 6 software and is only available to
and for the use of personnel engaged in its installation, commissioning and operation.
1.2 General Requirements
The FireFinder Series II FACP has been designed and manufactured from high quality commercial
components so as to comply with major world standards. To ensure these standards are not
compromised in any way installation staff and operators should;
 Be qualified and trained for the task they undertake;
 Be familiar with the contents of this manual prior to the installation, commissioning or
operation of a FireFinder control system;
 Observe anti-static pre-cautions at all times; and
 Be aware that if a problem is encountered or there is any doubt with respect to the
operational parameters of the installation the supplier should be contacted.
1.3 References
FireFinder Technical Manual
ConfigManager
FireFinder Detector Manual
Australian Standards:
AS1851 - Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems and equipment - Fire Detection and Alarm
Systems.
AS4428 - Fire Detection, Warning, Control and Intercom Systems – Control and Indicating
Equipment. Part 1 and Part 5
1.4 Symbols
 Important operational information

Note: Configuration considerations

Observe antistatic precautions

Mains supply earth

DANGER mains supply present

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2 System Overview
The FireFinder Series II is an Intelligent Analogue / Addressable and / or Conventional Fire Alarm
Control Panel capable of supporting:
 Apollo Discovery and XP95 Intelligent Detectors, Multisensor, Photoelectric, Ionisation,
Thermal (heat) and CO detectors.
 Addressable Initiating Devices: Modules that monitor any conventional normally open
contact such as supervisory switches and flow switches.
 Conventional two wire zone detector circuits
 Multiple input/outputs
 High Level Interfaces
 SmartGraphics
 SmartTerminal
 Remote LED mimics
 Peer to Peer networking
 Master Slave (Main - Sub) networking
 Main panel plus Data Gathering Panels networking
The panel is built to comply with the following standard:
 Australian Standard: AS 4428 parts 1 & 5
CONVENTIONAL ZONE
USING CONVENTIONAL DETECTORS
AND BASES
PRESS HERE

TO BREAK

FIRE
ALARM
E.O.L
3K3

CONVENTIONAL ZONE FLOW SWITCH

CIRCUIT E.O.L 20K

4K7
ANCILLARY MANUAL CALL
SERVICES ANALOGUE DETECTORS POINT ( MCP )

FIREFINDER FACP ION OPTICAL HEAT PRESS HERE

TO BREAK ISOLATOR
FIRE
ALARM

L1
OUT
L2
ADDRESSABLE SINGLE INPUT
IN LOOP DEVICE

4K7 NO SOUNDER
NC
RELAY
20K O/P 1 E.O.L 10K
EOL C1
AUX OUTPUTS
N/O INPUT IN-1 NO
N/O C N/C
SWITCH NC RELAY
O/P 2 RELAY
AS PER INPUT 1 IN-2 C2
OUTPUT
E.O.L 20K

NO
RELAY MONITORED
AS PER INPUT 1 IN-3 NC INPUT
O/P 3
ISOLATOR C3
+
4K7

+ +24V DC +24V DC

- -

THREE INPUT / OUTPUT INPUT/OUTPUT SOUNDER LOOP SOUNDER

DEVICE UNIT CONTROL
HIGH LEVEL ZONE MONITOR
INTERFACE /
EV3000
CONVENTIONAL DETECTORS
MAXIMUM OF 20

E.O.L SPECIFICATIONS:
6K2 MAX LENGTH = 2KM
MAX RESISTANCE = 50ohms
MIN CABLE SIZE = 1.5mm²

Figure 1: Typical Application

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2.1 FACP Configuration Examples

2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD

FRONT PANEL CONTROL (302-6906) (302-7350) OR
16Z CONVENTIONAL BOARD EARTH
STUD
CN17

(302-671B) MAINS
CH15

MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA) CH16

TB3
SWITCH

NEUTRAL

GROUND
A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT
L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V
D13 CN20
CN5

BELL2
ACTIVE

-+
CN13
CN14 DANGER
CN15
240V

CN3
4 3 2

BELL1

+VE
CN2

CN1

-VE
CN11 CN18

- +
c

1
a b

16 WAY
CN2 CN2 CN2

LOOP COM M S

TB4 AUXILIARY
c

NO C NC
a b

U15

POWER

+ -
RN20 RN17

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU
C N2

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

TB5 WARN SYS

L(AC) N(AC) (AC) -V -V +V +V

NO C NC
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

U13

+ -
CN1

CN1

CN1
U14 1
20 WAY
POWER

AUX POWER O/P

+ -
U11

SUPPLY

+ -
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8
U10

CN3 CN1
TB2 UNIT
TP3
D14 CN10

SERIAL RELAY TB6

CN3
CN16
PSU M ONITOR

10 WAY
B RIGADE I/F

NO C NC
BRD (302-7320) OR

FAULT
27V IN

C12
CN7

CN6

R17
M ODEM

+ -
CN8
TH1
CN21

AGENT TERM BRD

CN2
CH1 CH2 CN2

ISOLATE
NO C NC
CN4
CN3

CN1

(BRD25ATB) OR
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

10 WAY CN1

3 WAY BRIGADE

NO C NC
CN3 ZD7

ALARM
CN2 POWER TX1
FAN TERM O/P TERM

VALVE MON
CN4

NO C NC
26 WAY BRD (BRD25FTB) BOARD
CN3

MOUNTED ON CONVENTIONAL (302-6732)

BATT FAIL
C
OR LOOP TERMINATION BRD
GENERAL INDICATOR, OR TB10

X- PRINTER CN6 SGD II DOOR SW DBA/MCP + IN - + BAT -

(OEM1447) FAN CONTROL OR

C/W MOUNTING
PLATE. AGENT RELEASE
(KIT = 159-0093) CABINET BACKPAN VIEW
SHOWING MODULES FITTED
TO THE BACKPAN
AND WIRING DETAILS
PRINTER PSU (302-7130)

S CRN
TRX +

TRX -
COM
+27V

RX D

R TS

C TS
TX D
0V

COM

RX D
TX D

R TS

C TS
COMMS IN COMMS OUT
TB3
TB1 + - S D C B A + - S D C B A

C/W CAB2153

TB 1
TB2

TB 3

TB 2
OPTIONAL NETWORKING BOARDS
TYPICAL FRONT DOOR LAYOUT FOR A FULLY POPULATED PANEL 302-7240 NETWORK INTERFACE CARD
302-7250 CONTROLLER INTERFACE CARD.

OUT
NOTE: POSITION MAY VARY AS SHOWN

CN3
NOTE: PANEL LAYOUT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON CLIENT CONFIGURATION
AND IS FOR INDICATION ONLY.
X- MAF (341-0015) CONSISTS OF:
1- CONTROL PANEL BOARD (302-6906) 302-7250 CN1 CN2

302-7240

CN1
1- MAIN BOARD (BRD85MBA"X"-A)
1- CPU (BRD85CPU"X"-D)
X-SLAVE CPU (302-6692) TO BATTERIES

Figure 2: Typical Example of an SP1X Layout

FRONT DOOR AND FRONT INNER DOOR REAR VIEW SHOWING AGENT TERM
2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD
INSTALLED BOARDS ON FRONT INNER DOOR AND WIRING DETAILS BRD OR MAINS
OR
FAN TERM INPUT
16Z CONVENTIONAL BOARD
BRD DANGER
240V
FRONT PANEL CONTROL EARTH
MAINS
RJ45/8 PIN STUD SWITCH
MAIN CONTROL BOARD
CN2

C H15

C H15

16 WAY
SLAVE CPU 2
SLAVE CPU 3
SLAVE CPU 4

NEUTRAL
GROUND
CPU BOARD

ACTIVE

+VE
-VE
20 WAY CN3 CN1

C N10
L(AC) N(AC) (AC) -V -V +V +V
10 WAY
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F

C N7
ZD7
C N6

C N8

C H2

C N1

C N5 PRINTER
16Z CONVENTIONAL BOARD

3 WAY

POWER
RJ45/8 PIN SUPPLY
UNIT
AGENT RELEASE
GENERAL MODULE OR
INDICATOR FIRE FAN CONTROL
CARD MODULE TB3

CN5
BELL2
- +

ANCILLARIES or
BELL1
- +

HOUSING BLANKS
TB4 AUXILIARY
NO C NC
+ -

20 WAY
TB5 WARN SYS
NO C NC
SLAVE CPU
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

+ -
SLAVE CPU

3 WAY
AUX POWER O/P
8
5

+ -
6

+ -
TB1

TB2

TB6

BLANK
+

CN3
CN1

NO C NC
-
S

FAULT
COMMS IN
D C

302-6880 EXPANSION BOARD

+ -
B
CN2

CN2
A

ISOLATE
NO C NC
+
TB2

OPTIONAL NETWORKING BOARDS

-
S

CN1
COMMS OUT

BRIGADE
D

NO C NC
ALARM

NETWORK INTERFACE CARD

C

NETWORK
B

PSU MON.
A

VALVE MON

CONTROLLER INTERFACE CARD.

NO C NC

I/F CARD
COM

BLANK TXD

RXD

BOARD
RTS

NOTE: POSITION MAY VARY AS SHOWN

BATT FAIL
C

CTS
TB3

X- PRINTER AND IS FOR INDICATION ONLY. TB10

(OEM1447) CN6 SGD II DOOR SW DBA/MCP + IN - + BAT -

C/W MOUNTING
PLATE.
(KIT = 159-0093)
TB3

+27V

0V

TB2
COM

CN1

CONTROLLER TXD

RXD

RTS

I/F CARD CTS

TRX+

TRX-

SCRN

TB1

CN3 OUT

NOTE: WIRING MAY VARY DUE TO CABINET BACKPAN VIEW

SHOWING MODULES FITTED TO THE BACKPAN
CLIENT PANEL CONFIGURATION AND WIRING DETAILS

CABINET (291-0076)
TO BATTERIES

Figure 3: Typical Example of an SP8X Layout

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3 FireFinder Description
The following description does not relate to specific cabinets as the size of each cabinet will vary
with the amount of hardware fitted.
The heart of the FireFinder Series II consists of two boards collectively known as the Controller.
These boards are the Main Board (BRD85MBA) and the CPU board (BRD85CPU). Combining these
two boards with a front panel forms the basis for a FireFinder Series II FACP. A single Controller
without an expansion board has the capacity to interface to four (4) Slave CPU’s modules. Each of
these Slave CPU’s can interface to 16 Zone Conventional Termination Boards, Loop Termination
Boards or Input/Output Boards as well as communicate with the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board.
The Main Board has the Slave CPU Board for the first Loop Termination Board and the provision for
mounting of up to three additional Slave CPU’s. The Slave CPU’s all have the same software
installed and the manner in which they operate is automatically determined by the type of termination
or interface board onto which they connect.
If the system is to be expanded to have more than four Slave CPU’s an Expansion Board is required.
This board contains Slave CPU No. 5 and expansion sockets for three more. This configuration
allows for a maximum number of 8 Slave CPU’s that any one Controller can accommodate.
If a system is required to be expanded beyond eight Slave CPU’s then either local networking using
up to a total of four controllers (max 32 Slave CPU’s) within the one cabinet may be fitted or external
networking must be used.
The FireFinder Series II has an internal ASPI (Ampac Serial Peripheral Interface) serial bus. This
serial bus provides interfacing to the Brigade /PSU Monitor Board and if required up to eight (8)
Sounder Board/s.
FireFinder Series II has a second serial interface that connects to ancillary boards these can be
used to control and monitor field plant equipment or the addition of an agent release module.
Where the system design exceeds the capability of one FireFinder Series II then other FireFinder
Series II panels can be networked together to provide an expanded system containing multiple
boards in a variety of applications.
Some of these applications include:
 A Master / Slave (Main Sub) FACP arrangement (MFACP / SFACP)
 A Peer to Peer System
 Use of Data Gathering Panels (DGP’s)
 SmartTerminal
 SmartGraphics
A Network FireFinder Series II System supports a combination or all these options on a single
network. Each panel on the network is regarded as a “node”. The NETWORK BUS is accessed
using a Network Interface Card. The network configuration determines whether a NIC is required.
Configurations can be;
Master / Sub FACP: Where there is one or more FACP’s configured as local panels then each
report the status of their associated zones/devices to a MFACP. There is no control between local
panels as the MFACP is structured to have full control of the entire system.
Peer to Peer: Each FACP is regarded as a Master FACP and therefore a user can take control of
the entire fire system from any FACP.
Data Gathering Panel: The use of this type of panel may be installed where there is a need to have
field terminations only at one location and all control is performed by an FACP that is remotely
located.
SmartTerminal: Provide the user with the ability to monitor the status of designated areas or an
entire site as well as execute specific interrogation tasks.
SmartGraphics: Is an active graphics system connected to the FireFinder Series II.

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MAIN BOARD
+- BACKLIGHT
#2 UP TO 3 ADDITIONAL RESET CN17
SLAVE CPU's (302-6692) SW1
RS485 COMMS TO

CN20
CAN BE SLOTTED ONTO
THE MAIN BOARD. BACKPAN BORADS

CN11
CN2 CN2 CN2 LOOP COMMS
abc EXTERNAL LOOP

CN18
O O O COMMUNICATION
O O O
O O O CONNECTS TO
O O O
O O O NIC OR CIC
O O O #1 PANEL BOARDS
O O O
O O O ARE CONNECTED
O O O
VIA A 20 WAY

ON
1
O O O
RIBBON TO CN1

2
O O O

3
O O O
ON A SLAVE CPU

4
O O O
NODE ADDRESS

5
O O O

6
O O O

7
O O O

8
O O O
O
O
O
O
O
O
SW3
O O O
O O O
O O O THE MAIN BOARD
CN1

CN1

CN1
O O O
O O O CARRIES
O
O
O
O
O
O
SLAVE CPU 1.

CN10
O O O
O O O
O O O CN10 CABLES VIA
O O O
O O O A 20 WAY CABLE
O O O SLAVE CPU 4 SLAVE CPU 3 SLAVE CPU 2
TO THE PANEL
MAIN CPU 302-6692 302-6692 302-6692 BOARDS
27VDC RS485 COMMS TO
CN16 (CN16) BUZZER
TO CN5 OF THE
FRONT PANEL MODULES ENABLE LK2
IN BRIGADE BOARD

C
CN7
+-

OR SOUNDER

N7
CN21

CONTROL BRD
CN8 EXPANSION IN CN1
FRONT PANEL CN6
PANEL BZ1 PRINTER
CN3 CN4 CN1 CN5
CN2
CN2
MODEM INTERNAL SERIAL KEY INTERNAL PRINTER
TO FRONT KEYPAD SW OUTPUT
I/O PORT COMMUNICATION
(NOT USED IF THE
PORT
PANEL IS A DGP OR
EXPANSION SLAVE CONTROLLER)
LEDS

AN EXPANSION BOARD (302-6880) CAN BE CONNECTED

TO FACILITATE UP TO 4 ADDITIONAL MODULES IF REQUIRED
CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4
CN1

CN2 CN2 CN2

UP TO 3 ADDITIONAL
SLAVE CPU's ( 6, 7 & 8 )
PANEL BOARDS ARE CAN BE SLOTTED INTO
CONNECTED BY A 20 THE EXP BOARD.
WAY RIBBON TO CN1
ON A SLAVE CPU
CN1

CN1

CN1
CN5

SLAVE CPU 6 SLAVE CPU 7 SLAVE CPU 8

302-6692 302-6692 302-6692
302-6880 JUN 98

Figure 4: Single Controller Board with Expansion Board

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4 Placing the Basic System into Operation
4.1 Unpacking
Carefully unpack the FireFinder.
The package should include:
 FireFinder SERIES II Fire Alarm Control Panel
 An Operators manual
 003 keys
4.2 Anti-Static Precautions
To prevent damage to components, modules and boards, anti-static precautions MUST be observed
while performing any task within the FACP. The same applies to those situated in the field
4.3 Working On The System
Prior to unplugging any connector, connecting or disconnecting any wiring, removing or replacing
any module or board, ensure that both the Mains and Batteries have been isolated to prevent
damage to panel components.
4.4 The Cabinet
Features:
 The cabinet is available in three different styles. Each style has the capability of being either
surface or flush mounted. When flush mounted a separate surround is required.
 Normally painted Arch White Ripple. Other colours are available on request.
 The inner and outer door hinges are mounted on the left-hand side of the cabinet which
allow the doors open to an angle of 100º. Locking is normally keyless though keyed entry is
available on request.
 Knockouts are positioned at the top and rear of the cabinet to simplify cable entry. The larger
range of cabinets use a removable gland plate to allow for the greater amount of cabling
4.5 Mounting The Cabinet

 Note: It is recommended the cabinet should be installed in a clean, dry, vibration-free area.
Open the front door. Use the keyhole mounting holes in the top corners and in the lower middle of
the unit to mount it on the wall. Cables to connect the system to its external actuating devices are
brought in through the knockouts on the top or bottom of the cabinet.

3 mm
12 mm

R 6mm.

Tap lightly around the

rim of the knockout

Figure 5: Example SP1X Back Pan Mounting Hole & Removing Knockouts

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4.6 Operational Parameters
GENERAL
Max No of Devices per Loop 126
Max No of Devices per Conventional Zone 40
Cable Loop Characteristics 2 core. 1.5 to 2.5mm²
POWER SUPPLY
Power Supply Output Voltage 27.4V
Power Supply Output Current 2Amp, 5.6Amp or 18Amp
Power Supply Input 85 - 264VAC (47 – 63Hz)
Panel Current Draw 220 mA (min)
Minimum Operating Voltage 19.2 V
2 x 12V sealed lead-acid
Battery Type & Capacity
SP1,2 & M = 12AH
Note: A greater range of batteries can be
SP4 = 24AH
supplied if using and remote battery bike.
SP8 = 24AH
ENVIROMENTAL
Temperature -5ºC to + 55ºC
Humidity 25% to 75%
IP Rating IP51
MECHANICAL
Material 1.2mm Steel
Finish Arch White Ripple Coat
Dimensions 495mm (H) x 397mm (W) x 125mm (D)
Dimensions 450mm (H) x 400mm (W) x 130mm (D)
Dimensions 420mm (H) x 515 mm (W) x 140mm (D)
Dimensions 840mm (H) x 515mm (W) x 140mm (D)

4.7 Cabling Recommendations

Conventional Zones
Cabled in red Twin Plastic Sheath (TPS), Fire rated Radox or approved equivalent.
Analogue Loop
2
Two core cable. The minimum cable size is 0.75mm , the maximum loop resistance is 50 ohms and
the maximum loop distance is 2km.
RS 485 Network
Single twisted pair screened (2 core) cable originating from FACP extending through the protected
areas and returning to the FACP.
Cable Specifications
Capacitance of 100 Pico farads per metre or less
Resistance of 100 milliohms per metre or less
Impedance of loop typical 100 to 120 ohms
Maximum distances between modules 1.2km providing cable meets above specifications.
Recommended cable type
Belden 8132 or 9842 (non fire rated)
Radox FR Communication 0.75mm 1 pair (fire rated) x 2
SmartTerminal
Single twisted pair shielded cable (2 core) plus 2 core power, or local supply. Maximum distance
between from the last SmartTerminal and the FACP is 1.2km.

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LED Mimic (RS485)
Single twisted shielded cable (No return loop) plus 2 core power or local supply.
Maximum distance between each LED repeater card and FACP is 1.2km.
Recommended Cable Type
Hartland HC2335
Belden 9841
Radox FR Communication
Fire Alarm Bell Connection
2
Two core 1.5mm PVC sheathed MIMS (Mineral Insulated Metal Sheathed) to the bell location.
Brigade Connection via Telecom
Two core 1.5mm² PVC sheathed MIMS from the FACP to the Telecom MDF.
RJ45 Multi-drop Serial Port
8 core Flat cable
4.8 Power Supplies and AC Mains Installation
Generally the AC Mains will be connected to either a 2 Amp, 5 Amp or 18Amp 27 volt supply. These
supplies will be either mounted in the upper or lower right hand corner of the cabinet with the
Brigade Board mounted above or below. The wiring should enter the cabinet through the nearest
knockout entry hole on that side. See the following diagrams for the actual wiring and fusing details
for each supply.
Common Power Supply Features & Specifications
High efficiency, low working temp. High efficiency; low ripple noise
Universal AC input/ full range Soft start with limiting AC surge current
Short circuit/ over load
Built in EMI Filter and PFC Circuit Remote control on/off (option)
Over voltage protection Over temp. protection (option)

Input Voltage: 85 to 264 VAC Tolerance at 27V +/- 1%

Input Freq 47 to 63Hz. Load Regulation +/- 0.5%
PFC 0.95~230VAC Line Regulation +/- 0.5%
Power Supply Specifications
Type No Output Tolerance R&N Efficiency
S-60-27 27V @ 2.2A  1% 150mV 79%

SP-150-27 27V @ 5.6A  1% 150mV 84%

SP-500-27 27VDC @ 18A  1% 200mV 86%

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4.8.1 Connecting the Mains Earth
All earth cabling shall be terminated to the panel Chassis Earth Terminal in a star configuration.
The earth cable closest to the cabinet body shall have an M4 SPW beneath the lug then an M4 SPW
and M4 nut.
Each additional earth cable shall be terminated with an M4 SPW and M4 nut.
An additional M4 nut and M4 SPW are fitted to the Chassis Earth Terminal for installers to connect
their Mains Earth.
CHASSIS EARTH TERMINAL
Note:
M4 Nut * * Extra M4 Nut and M4 SPW are
M4 Shake Proof Washer * provided finger tight on the Earth bolt.
M4 Nut Earth Cable
M4 Shake Proof Washer
M4 Nut Earth Cable
M4 Shake Proof Washer

Figure 6: Panel Earthing

4.8.2 Connecting the Mains Power to the Power Supply

Terminate the mains power to the 240 VAC switch terminal block as shown below.
2 AMP Power Supply
Output Voltage: is set to 27.4Volts.
Mains cable should be no less than 0.75mm
POWER SWITCH
MAINS CORD BROWN (LOOKING AT REAR)
(ACTIVE)
1
LOOP

EARTH (GREEN)
TO CHASIS EARTH
TERMINAL
BLUE
(NEUTRAL)

BROWN
(ACTIVE)

DC 27V TO PANEL

V ADJ
LED
V+ V- GND N(AC) L(AC)

Figure 7: Mains Power Connection 2 AMP Power Supply

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5 AMP Power Supply
Output Voltage: is set to 27.4 Volts.
Mains cable should be no less than 0.75mm
MAINS CORD POWER SWITCH
BROWN (LOOKING AT REAR)
(ACTIVE)
1

LOOP
C

BLUE
(NEUTRAL)

EARTH (GREEN)
TO CHASSIS EARTH 27VDC TO BRIGADE
TERMINAL PSU MONITOR BOARD
BLACK

RED

L(AC) N(AC) (AC) -V -V +V +V

+
Fuse is under this cover
V ADJ

Figure 8: Mains Power Connection to the 5 AMP Power Supply

18 AMP Power Supply

Output Voltage: is set to 27.4 Volts.
Mains cable should be no less than 0.75mm
POWER SWITCH
(LOOKING AT REAR)
MAINS CORD BROWN
(ACTIVE)
1
LO O P

EARTH (GREEN)
TO CHASSIS EARTH
BLUE
TERMINAL
(NEUTRAL)

(AC) (AC) (AC)

L N FG NC NC G RC
( AC )

RED

DC 27V TO BRD85CLFB
+S +27V 18A BLACK
-V -S
V ADJ

BRD85CLFB
U2

HS1

U1

RV1
Q1 Q2 Q3

N1236
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

1A 1A 1A 1A 1A

TB1

TB4 CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5

0V+27V 0V
0V
+27V 0 V CN1-5 PINOUT = 0V, +27V, 0V + OUTPUT - + BATT - + PSU I/P -

BRD85CLFB

Figure 9: Mains Power Connection to the 18 AMP Power Supply C/W Current Limit Board

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4.9 Current Limiter, Fuse Board (BRD85CLFB)
The Current Limiter, Fuse Board provides protection for the boards, cards and other 27VDC
distribution within the FACP when the 18Amp power supply is used. The four LED’s associated with
the board indicate that 27VDC is available at each of the outputs CN1 – 5.
BRD85CLFB
U2

HS1

U1

RV1
Q1 Q2 Q3

N1236
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

1A 1A 1A 1A 1A

TB1

TB4 CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5

0V+27V 0V
0V
+27V 0 V CN1-5 PINOUT = 0V, +27V, 0V + OUTPUT - + BATT - + PSU I/P -
+27V
+BATT V
TO TO MAF, FRONT DOOR DISTRIBUTION
BRD85BPMB BRD85BPMB AND BACKPAN EV60 / 120 TONE GEN
TB1 CN1 DISTRIBUTION (Not Current Limited)

Figure 10: Current Limiter Fuse Board

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4.10 Brigade / PSU Monitor Board (BRD85BPMB)
The Brigade / PSU Monitor Board monitors and controls the power supply, battery charging,
monitored / un-monitored inputs, outputs and the 7 relay outputs.
Providing the Power supply has adequate capacity, monitored Bell/Sounder O/P’s are capable of
driving 2 X 2Amp circuits. Each circuit terminated in a bell/sounder or not, requires a 10K EOL
resistor to give a system normal indication if monitoring is enabled in ConfigManager. If either circuit
is open or shorted, the panel buzzer will sound and a Bell Fault will be indicated on the Panel.
Monitoring is achieved using a small reverse polarity current. For this reason it is necessary to
ensure that all alarm devices are fitted with a series diode (1N4004 recommended) and correct
polarity is observed for both the output and the bells they are connected to.
Relay outputs marked NO, C and NC are voltage free relay contacts. Outputs marked +ve and -ve
are fitted with resistors (10k) to allow the circuit to be monitored. If these outputs are un-used they
must be terminated at the terminal block or turned off in ConfigManager.
For all outputs combined, total output current is 2A (if 2A power supply is being used).
Once all the field devices are installed and the wiring has been correctly terminated the FireFinder™
is ready to turn on. Turn the Mains power on, and connect the batteries observing correct polarity.
The green power on LED should be illuminated.
OUTPUT RATINGS
TB Function Type of Output Fuse Relay
Bell 1 2 Amp Fused F2 RL 1
3
Bell 2 2 Amp Fused F3 RL 1
Plant (Aux) Monitored 1 Amp Fused F4
4
Plant (Aux) Non-Monitored 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL2
Warn Sys (Evac) Monitored 1 Amp Fused F5
5
Warn Sys (Evac) Un-Monitored 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL3
Fault Monitored 1 Amp Fused F6
6
Fault Non-Monitored 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL 4
7 Isolate 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL6
8 Alarm 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL 5
9 Valve Monitor 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL 8
10 Batt Fail ( Relay Normally Energised ) 1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts RL 7
1 Battery Output Thermistor Protected
Aux Power Output 1 1 Amp Fused Not Monitored F7
2
Aux Power Output 1 – EV40 use 3 Amp Fused Not Monitored F7
Aux Power Output 2 1 Amp Fused Not Monitored F8
Fuse Information
1. All fuses are of the Glass M205 style.
2. F1 is 6.3A
3. Voltage Free contacts are rated at 1A @ 30V
Back EMF Protection
 Inductive loads fitted to the Brigade PSU Monitor Board MUST be fitted with
“Flyback” diodes at the load for back EMF protection.
Transient Protection
 Recognised transient line protection methodologies at the FACP and the load MUST
be considered when connecting any control devices to the outputs be they in close or remote
to the FACP.

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TB3

-
CN5
F3 2A
Bell 2
To CN7 of the Main

///
RL1

NO

NC
Controller Board

C
Bell 1

-
+
F2 2A
Monitored
EOL EOL
Required TB4
10K + - NO C NC + - NO C NC
Ohms
Bell RL2
Un-monitored
or Sounder
Auxiliary
Monitored F4 1A
EOL
Required
Note: If a diode is NOT fitted
internally to a bell / sounder a
diode MUST be fitted as
shown - fit 1N4004 or similar

Warning System Note: Wired as for a Bell TB5 1, 2

Alarm could be used as a Sounder O/P
TB5
F5 1A
+ - + -

Aux 2 27VDC Supply

F8 1A
Warning System
27VDC * F7 1A
* NOTE: When used TB2
for the EV40 F7
MUST be changed RL4
+ - NO C NC

-+- -+- -+-

to 3 Amps
Un-monitored CN3

Fault TB6 CN1, 2, 3 Supplies

Monitored Regulated +27VDC
EOL CN2
Required to Internal Boards
F6
NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC

1A
RL6 CN1
Isolate Relay TB7

RL5
Alarm Relay
302-6730

TB8

RL8 F1
Valve Mon Relay TB9
6.3A

Batt Fail Relay RL7

TB10
( Normally Energised )
TB11 TB1
CN6
Note: NC C NO
Denotes Voltage + IN - + BAT -
Free Contacts
NC = Normally Closed DBA
C = Common ASE Door MCP
NO = Normally Open NC Fault Switch
- +
C Monitored +27VDC Battery 1 + -
Battery 2
EOL 12 Volts 12Volts

NO Required from PSU

Figure 11: Brigade / PSU Monitor Board Layout

Note: When connecting to the Brigade PSU Monitor board transient and “Flyback” (Back EMF)
protection methodologies MUST be applied.

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4.10.1 Battery Connections (TB1)
A FireFinder requires two (2) 12 volt batteries. The batteries should be placed into the bottom right
hand side of the cabinet. A red and black lead coming from TB1 on the Brigade Board will be clearly
seen in the same area, this lead is to be connected to the batteries red to positive and black to
negative once the system is operating on Mains supply. Battery size is dependant on system
configuration and can vary from 12 AHr to over 100 AHr.
TB1
C14 Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
M20
TB1 is located on the bottom
+ IN - + BAT - right hand side of the board

- +
+ -
Battery 1 Battery 2
+27VDC 12 Volts 12Volts
FROM PSU

Figure 12: Battery Connection to the Brigade Board

4.10.2 Auxiliary 27 Volt Power (TB2)

Two (2) 1 Amp outputs are available from TB2 terminals 1+ (plus) and 2- (minus) or 3+ and 4- on the
Brigade Board. It is important to note these outputs are not monitored.
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
TB2 is located in the middle of the
TB2 left hand side of the board
C27
+ -+ -

2 X FUSED 1A F8 1A
AUX POWER
OUTPUTS
F7 1A
*

* NOTE: If TB2 1/2 are used to power an

EV40 F7 MUST be changed to 3AMPS
and Labelled accordingly

Figure 13: Auxiliary 27v Power Output

4.10.3 Bell / Sounder Monitored Outputs (TB3 & TB5)

Sounders are connected to the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board as shown below. If more sounders are
required, the Sounder / Bell Control Board (302-7420) must be used.
Note: TB3 is located on the top Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
Outputs are fused TB3 left hand side of the board
+ - + -

@ 2Amps ( F2, F3 )
Bell 2
EOL
10K
Ohms
Bell 1
Note: If a diode is NOT fitted
Un-used O/P's must
internally to a bell / sounder a
be terminated in
diode MUST be fitted as
10K Ohms EOL
shown - fit 1N4004 or similar

Figure 14: Use of Warning System Control for Sounder / Bell Wiring
Note: TB4
1. NO C NC are 1A voltage free contacts
+ - NO C NC

2. + / - are monitored / fused 1A outputs

Auxiliary

Un-used O/P's must be terminated in

10K Ohms EOL TB4 & 5 are located on the top
left hand side of the board Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board

EOL
10K EOL
Ohms
+ - NO C NC

10K
Ohms
Warning
System

Note: If a diode is NOT fitted

internally to a bell / sounder a Sounder
diode MUST be fitted as
shown - fit 1N4004 or similar TB5

Figure 15: Use of Warning System Control for Sounder / Bell Wiring

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4.10.4 Warning System connections (TB5)
Warning systems such as the EV20 and EV40 are connected to the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board as
shown below.

Note: EOL not required in connection as it is fitted at the EV20/EV40 module

Note: TB4
1. NO C NC are 1A voltage free contacts TB4 & 5 are located on the top

+ - NO C NC + - NO C NC
2. + / - are monitored / fused 1A outputs left hand side of the board

Auxiliary
Un-used O/P's must be terminated in
10K Ohms EOL
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
Monitored
EOL
Required
EOL
10K
Ohms
TB5

Warning System Alarm

Figure 16: EV20 / EV40 Warning System Cabling (Alternate to Sounder / Bell Wiring)

4.10.5 Relay Output Connections (TB6 – TB10)

The relay contacts are connected as shown below.
Brigade/PSU
BATT FAIL FAULT
Note 1: VALVE MON ALARM ISOLATE Monitor Board

+ - NO C NC NO CC NC
NO NO CC NC
NC NO NC NO CC NC
NO NC
+ - NO
NO CC NC
NC
= 1A monitored output and
must be terminated in EOL
M23 M27 M26 M24
Note 2:
1A Un-monitored
Voltage Free Conacts: TB10 TB9 TB8 TB7 EOL
TB6
NO: Normally Open C NC 10K
TB10 to TB6 are located on the
NC: Normally Closed lower left hand side of the board Ohms
C: Common NO

Figure 17: Relay Outputs

4.10.6 DBA / MCP & Door Switch Connections (TB11)

If used the DBA / MCP & Door Switch Connections are shown below.
TB11 is located in the Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
Note: Door Switch is Open for middle bottom
Normal Operation and not Monitored TB11 of the board
DBA/MCP DOOR SW

TB11
Door Switch

EOL
10K 4K7 DBA / MCP
Ohms

Figure 18: DBA /MCP and Door Switch Wiring

4.10.7 ASE Fault Brigade Box Connection (CN6)

If an ASE Brigade Box is included in a system CN6 is used to convey a fault in the box to the FACP.
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board

CN6
1 2 3 4 5 6

RL/1
C
NC NO

Figure 19: ASE Fault Switching

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4.11 Main Board (BRD85MBA)
The Main Board is the "heart" of the FACP and carries the devices for interconnecting to all the other
Boards, a buzzer for auditory indication, the backlight power supply for the LCD and CPU Reset.
The Main CPU is mounted on this board and connected to it by CN11. The main connection board
then provides interfacing to
 Up to 4 Slave CPU’s
 A printer
 A Modem/Graphics Output
 An Expansion Panel
 An Internal serial bus
 An External communication bus.
RV1 – LCD contrast adjust
Supply and Current = 27VDc @ 120mA
Connections
CN1 Keyswitch Input CN12 LCD Graphic
CN2 Expansion Panel CN13 Slave CPU connection
CN3 Serial Communication Port CN14 Slave CPU connection
CN4 Front Keypad CN15 Slave CPU connection
CN5 Printer CN16 27VDC in
CN6 Misc CN17 To LCD Backlight supply
CN7 Brigade Output CN18 External Loop Communication
CN8 Modem [ RS232 ] CN19 LCD Characters
CN9 External Buzzer Output CN20 RS485 Communications Port 1
CN10 Slave CPU output 1 CN21 RS485 Communications Port 2
CN11 Main CPU

CN17
RESET LC
BACKLIGHT
SW1
RS485
COMMS CN20
CN13 CN14 CN15
CN11
SLAVE CPU4 SLAVE CPU3 SLAVE CPU2
abc
O O O
C
RV1
O
O
O
O
O
O NETWORKING N
O O O 1
O O O
O O O 8
O O O
LCD CONTRAST O O O
O O O
ADJUST O O O
8

O O O
7

O O O
6

O O O NODE
5

O O O
4

O O O ADDRESS
3

O O O
2

O O O
1
ON

O O O
O O O SW3
302-674E

O O O
O O O
O O O
O O O 1
O O O
O O O BRD85MBA TOP OVERLAY ON BOARD
O O O
O O O SLAVE CPU
O O O C
O O O CABLES TO
O O O N
LOOP
O O O 1
O O O TERMINATION
0
BOARD
27V IN CN9 NOT FITTED

CN16 TO BRIGADE
MODEM PSU MONITOR
DEBUG RS485 COMMS BOARD OR C
+-

I/O PORT SOUNDER BOARD N

CN21 CN6
CN8 EXPANSION BOARD 7
FOR 4 SLAVE CPU's FRONT PANEL INTERNAL PRINTER
+

BZ1
EXPANSION LEDS
CN2 CN3 CN4 CN1 CN5
NOT USED
CONTROL INDICATOR CARD

Figure 20: Main Board Layout with no Main CPU or Slave CPU’s

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4.12 Front Panel Board (302-690)
The Front Panel Board provides the buttons used to control the FACP as well as all LED indications.
All LED’s are surface mounted and the buttons are embedded within the board. The LCD is viewed /
protected by a clear Perspex screen.
CONECTIONS
CN1 To CN4 BRD85MBA

API 690 JAN 2002

D21

D1
D16

D15

U1

D2 D8

LCD Cut - out

D3
U3

D9

D4

D10 D11

D6

U2

D7

D5
U4

D22

D23
U5
D12

D24

U6
D13

CN1 Cables to CN4 D14

on the Main Board

Figure 21: Front Panel Board

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4.13 Main CPU (BRD85CPU)
The Main CPU holds the main central processing unit for the FACP.
BRD85CPU is a 4-layer surface mount board
 The processor (U1) is a Motorola MC68302, running at 20MHz.
 The external data bus is 16 bits wide.
 The board has 256 Kbytes (128K x 16) of EPROM (U2, U3).
 2Mbytes (1M x 16) of FLASH (U6, U9).
 2Mbytes (2M x 16) of static RAM (U4, U5, U16, U17).
 U8 is a programmable logic device which implements control signal timing and decoding.
 External address, data and control lines are buffered by U10, U11, U13, U14 and U15.
 U7 is a watchdog control and will reset the processor if there as an error in software
execution.
 Two sockets (U2 and U3) are provided for M27C1001 EPROMS. U2 provides the even
bytes. (D0 toD7) and U3 the odd bytes (D8 to D15
Connections
CN2 To Main Board BRD85MBA CN11

XL1
c
a b
U8
BRD85CPU3-
06/01/2004

U6

CN2
U9 U1
1

U2 U3

Figure 22: The Main CPU Board PCB Layout

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4.14 Slave CPU (302-669)
The Slave CPU (Central Processing Unit) provides the interfacing signals and I/O’s required to allow
the FACP to connect / communicate to a variety of termination boards.
A single chip micro controller U1 controls all operations of the FACP Slave CPU. This device
contains the control program within Read Only Memory (ROM).
Communication to the main system is via an eight bit bi-directional bus (CN1). Integrated circuits U5,
U3 and U7 provide buffering and data latches that allow data flow between the Main and Slave
CPU’s. The buffers hold one output byte and two input bytes.
CN1 provides the interconnection to the Termination Board. Within CN1 are ten analogue input lines,
two input/output lines, two current loop outputs (RS422) and one current loop input (RS422).
All analogue inputs are de-coupled then fed to an eight-bit analogue to digital converter (ADC) U4.
The data from the ADC is sent via a serial peripheral interface to the micro controller U1.
The current loop inputs and outputs are used to provide various signals according to the board
connected. The signals provided can be serial peripheral interface clock and data signals or full
duplex asynchronous data and a timing output. U6 provides the signal multiplexing and buffering
required to switch between different functions.
Automatic Termination Board Sensing
A unique feature of the Slave CPU is its ability to automatically sense the type of board it is
connected to without the user having to configure the board to suit. Board sensing is done by
measuring the voltage on analogue input ten (CN1-10), denoted Type Voltage. Each termination
board provides a unique predefined voltage. After the Slave CPU has determined the board type the
Slave CPU will set the appropriate operating conditions, signal the Main CPU of the installed type
and wait for the Main CPU to inform the Slave to begin executing the program.
Connections
CN1 To 302-735 or 302-671 or 302-672 or BRD85DLTB-B
1
CN2
1 1
TLC542 U9
1
U8
Main Board

302-696
U5 U6 U7

1 U3 U4

U2

X1 U1 CN1

Figure 23: Slave CPU Board

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4.15 Conventional Zone Board (302-671)
Under the control of a Slave CPU the Conventional Zone Board provides the interface between it
and the external conventional devices. 16 Conventional zones can be connected to TB4 to TB1, with
a limit of 32 conventional detectors can be connected to TB4 to TB1.
Connections
CN1 To 27VDC
CN2 To 302-699
TB4 / 5 To Conventional Detectors

D16
RN13 RN14
Q16
C46
M32
TB4
TB4
U11

R56
C45

Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE

_

+1-
M31
ZD16
R57 + Zone 1
Q15 R55 C42
C43

R54 M30
D10

D12
D13
D14
D11

D15
D9

_ 3K3
Zone 2

+2-
R53 M29
+ EOL
C40

ZD15
RN12

Q14 R52
C41

R51 M28 C39 4K7

U10

_ 3K3
Zone 3

+3-
R50 M27 +
ZD14 EOL MCP
RN11 Q13 R49 M26 C37
C38

R48
_ 3K3
C36

Zone 4
+4-
M25 +
R47 EOL
ZD13
TB3
U9

M24 C34
Q12 R46
C35

R45 _ 3K3 OUT

Zone 5
Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE

M23 + EOL L1
L1
+5-

RN10 R44
ZD12 M22
Q11 R43
C31 IN
3K3
C33

R42 _
U8
C32

M21 -R Zone 6
RN9

+ EOL L2
+6-

R41
ZD11 M20
R33

C29 L2
Q10 R40 _
C30

C25
R38 3K3
CN2 M19 + EOL Zone 7
U7

+7-

R37
ZD10 M18 C27
Q9 R36 _ OUT
C28

3K3
C26

C48 R35
C24

M17 + EOL L1
L1 Zone 8
+8-

R32
To Slave ZD9 IN
U5

R31 RN8 TB3 TB2

CPU -R
C22

RN1 RN2
3K3
U6

_ L2
TB2
Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE

Q8 + EOL L2
C23

R30 M16 C20

R29

+9-

C21 C47
D8
R28 M15
3K3 Zone 9
Q7
ZD8
R27 M14
+_ EOL
+10-
C19

C18
R26 OUT
U4

L1
Zone 10
C17

R25 M13 L1
ZD7
_ 3K3
+ EOL E IN
RN6

Q6 R24 M12 C15

+11-
C16

R23 O
L
Zone 11
D7
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6

M11 -R
ZD6
R22 _ 3K3 L2
R21
+ EOL L2
+12-

Q5 R20 M10
C14

RN5 C13
C12

R19 M9 _ 3K3
Zone 12
ZD5 + EOL
3K3 TB1
U3

Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE Z ONE

C11

Q4 R18
+13-

R17 M8 C10

3K3 EOL Zone 13

R16 M7 _
RN4 ZD4 + EOL
C8

Q3 R15 R14 M6
All un-used zone
+14-
C9

C7
Zone 14
U2

R13 M5
_ 3K3 connections MUST
ZD3
+ EOL
be terminated in an
RN3

Q2 R12
+15-

R11 M4
C6

C4
R5 R8
_ EOL resistor of 3K3 Zone 15
R4 R7 3K3
+
C5
R1 ZD2
R10 M3 + EOL as shown
5V
R9
+16-

Q1 R6 M2 C2
C3

+V CN1 TB1
Zone 16
R3 M1
U1 ZD1
- + -

C1
POWER R2 Alarm Zone Facilities ( AZF ) Parameters
0V 302-671B
RN7
Maximum Line Voltage: The maximum line
To 27VDC Regulated voltage is limited to the system voltage.
Output of the Brigade / With a nominal battery voltage of 27V,
PSU Monitor Board system voltage and therefore open circuit
voltage would be approximately 26.4V.

Figure 24: Conventional Board Layout

Alarm Zone Facilities (AZF) Parameters

Maximum Line Voltage: The maximum line voltage is limited to the system voltage. With a nominal
battery voltage of 27V, system voltage and therefore open circuit voltage would be approximately
26.4V.

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4.16 Addressable Loop Termination Board (302-735)
The Addressable Loop Termination Board acts as the interface between the external addressable
devices and the control and monitoring functions of the FireFinder™. Each board provides
terminations for two loops. One slave CPU is required per loop. The 2 Addressable loops are
connected to TB1 and TB2.

 Note: Apollo devices L2 is +ve (positive), L1 is -ve (negative)

Connect the XP-95 / DISCOVERY loop to the panel as shown below.
AMPAC strongly recommend that the LoopManager test set is used to check that the Apollo loop
has been correctly installed and commissioned before connecting it to the FireFinder™.
Loop Parameters
 126 Apollo Devices
 250mA Current Max
 S/C protection circuitry activates at approximately 300mA
CONNECTIONS
CN1 / 3 To 302-699
CN2 / 4 27VDC in / out
TB1 / 2 To Addressable loop devices

LOOP 1 ADDRESSABLE DEVICES

LOOP 2 ADDRESSABLE
DEVICES IN
OUT
A L2+ L1- L2+ L1- B A L2+ L1- L2+ L1- B L1
L1
R+
TB2 TB1
-R
L2
IN
A B B L2
A
OUT

LOOP NORMAL
L1
LED A monitoring L1
LOOP IN FAULT R+
each Loop is ON
LED A & B ON
L2
indicates a fault -R
on the Loop L2

( S/C, O/C ) and

the Loop is being
monitored in L1
L1
R+
both directions
L2
-R
L2

T0 SLAVE CPU T0 SLAVE CPU

302-6692 CN1 302-6692 CN1
C C
N N
1 Wiring Shown
3 Above is for a
XP95 Circuit
with one Detector
Having LED
Monitoring
F1: 3AMP M205 27V INTO
DC TO DC CONVERTOR
F1
3A

REGULATED RV1
27VDC In / Out 26V ADJ
- - CN4
CN2
+ +
POWER

Figure 25: Addressable Loop Termination Board

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4.17 Addressable Loop Termination Board (BRD86DLTB-B)
The Addressable Loop Termination Board acts as the interface between the external addressable
devices and the control and monitoring functions of the FireFinder. Each board provides
terminations for two loops. One slave CPU is required per loop.

 Note: Apollo devices L2 is +ve (positive), L1 is -ve (negative)

Connect the XP-95 / DISCOVERY loop to the panel as shown below.
AMPAC strongly recommend that the LoopManager test set is used to check that the Apollo loop
has been correctly installed and commissioned before connecting it to the FireFinder™.
Loop Parameters
 126 Apollo Devices (i.e. maximum address range)
 500mA Current Max
 S/C protection circuitry activates at approximately 650mA
 Maximum length 1.2km

Note: To achieve full current, the Loop Trip current in Loop Parameters needs to be set to
300mA (ConfigManager)
CONNECTIONS
CN1 / 2 To 302-699
CN3 / 4 27VDC in / out
TB1 / 2 To Addressable loop devices
C2
R2
R3

C1
C3
R4

ZD1
ZD2
Q1
R5

LOOP NORMAL Q2
U1 C6
R20 R12 L1
LOOP 1
R9

LED OUT Q4 + TB1

R14

Q6

D1
monitoring Q8 R23
ZD4
ZD5 OUT
-
ZD7

OUT
each Loop is ON ZD6
R30

U2 LOOP1
Q7

R44 L2 R34
C15

+
C16

C17 IN
Q9

U3 IN
R39

OUT
R40
R37

ZD9
R38

U4 U5
R43
ZD12 -
LOOP 1 RETURN SENSE L1
ZD11

ZD10
LOOP 2 RETURN SENSE
C21 IN
U6 L1
LOOP1 D7 + R+
C27 R56

C24
R55
R61
R50

R52
R51

R54 DC
R62
C26

R63

LOOP IN FAULT D5 D6 TH1

-
ZD14

Q10 Q13
R71
R57

R64 Q11 ZD13

R77

L3 R67
LED OUT & IN ON LOOP 2 -R
L2
R66

U7 U8 C34
indicates a fault IN
+ TB2 L2
Q15
C31

on the Loop
C36

Q17 R76
ZD15 OUT
ZD16
ZD18

( S/C, O/C ) and -

R81

C35 OUT
OUT
C40 R84

ZD17
R83

LOOP2 C38
the Loop is being U9
Q16 L4 R92
R85
R86
R87

+
R97
C39

R89

monitored in Q18 C41

IN
ZD20
both directions R93
ZD23 - L1
U10 C45 R100 L1
C46 IN ZD22 R+
+
D14

LOOP2 ZD21
R104
R105

C49 D12 U12

R109 C48 R103 DC
D13 C51 C52
-
R106

R108

R110 L2
C50

L7 TH2
L5
C55 C56 -R
T0 SLAVE CPU C53
L6 L2
CN1 CN1
C54
CN2
R111

R113

R112 R114 L8
L1
L1
LOOP 2 CONTROL

R115 C57 R119 C58

R116

R120

R121

R122
R117

R118
LOOP 1 CONTROL

R+
R125 Q19

R123

R124
R128 Q20

C59 C60
R127 R130

D16 D15 Q21 D17 D18 Q22

C61

C62

C63 R131 C64 R132 U14

C66

U13
L2
-R
C65

L2
R136 R139 Q26
R133

R134

Q25
C67

C68

R138

Q23
R135

Q24
R137

R144

R145 RN1 R147 RN2

R141 R143 R148
C69 R146 C70
R140 C72 R142 C74
C76

C79

R149 U18 D19 U20 D20

C71
R150

C73
C75 U15 C78
T0 SLAVE CPU U16
R151

Q28
U17

Q27
U19

R152

C77 C80
CN1 C81 C83
C82 C84
R158 C86

C85 R155 R156

R157
Wiring Shown
C87
R160

R161
C88
R159
R162
R163

R169

0V
R167

R168

N1236 Above is for a

R165
R164
C89

R170

R171
C91
R166
C90

R172
C92
R173

U21 R174 C94 TRI WAVE +40V

XP95 Circuit
R175

C96 with one Detector

Having LED
R178

-5V BRD86DLTB2-
U22
R177

R179

C95 +12V C98

C97 R176 Monitoring
+5V C100 R180 R181 C106 D21
C101

R183
R182

C102

C99
U23

R184

U24 U25 U26

C103 C104 C105
C107
CN3 CN4 D22 C109
C108

- - L9
HSNK1

+ +
- -
TH3
POWER

REGULATED
27VDC In / Out

Figure 26: Addressable Loop Termination Board

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5 FireFinder Control Panel

Figure 27: The FireFinder™ Control Panel with a 4 Line LCD

FIRFIGHTER FACILITY

ALARM
(Red): This LED will flash if any unacknowledged alarms are present on the system. If
all alarms have acknowledged it will light steady.

FAULT
(Yellow): This LED will light steady if there are any faults on the system, whether they
are loop faults, module faults, device faults etc.

ISOLATED
(Yellow): This LED will light steady if any detectors, devices or zones in the system
have been isolated.

EXTERNAL BELL
ISOLATE
(Yellow): Pressing this button will isolate any bells connected to the fire panel If the
bell is isolated the LED just above the button will glow steady yellow. Pressing the button again will
de-isolate the bell.

WARNING SYS
ISOLATE
(Yellow): Pressing this button will isolate the FACP output to the Warning System if it
is connected to one. Pressing the button again de-isolates the Warning System output. When the
Warning System is isolated the LED just above the button will be illuminated steady.
PREVIOUS
Pressing this key scrolls the display backwards through the alarms, faults, or isolates.

NEXT
Pressing this key scrolls the display forwards through alarms, faults, or isolates.

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ACKNOWLEDGE
Pressing this key will acknowledge an alarm currently displayed on
the LCD. It will also silence the panel buzzer, which sounds whenever there is an alarm (optional) or
fault.

RESET
Pressing this key will reset the panel, clearing any acknowledged alarms and taking the
LCD display back to its default screen, unless there are any un-cleared faults or isolated devices,
these will continue to be displayed.

ISOLATE
This key is used to isolate individual or groups of detectors, devices or zones.
Indicators

POWER ON
(Green): This LED will light when the mains power is turned on.

PRE-ALARM
(Red): This LED will light when a sensor/detector is in the pre-alarm state.

AUX ALARM
(Red): This LED will light if the auxiliary alarm output has been activated.
WARNING
SYS FAULT (Yellow): When a warning system is connected to the fire panel, this LED will
light if the connection to the warning system becomes faulty.

SUPPLY FAULT
(Yellow): This LED will light if there is one of the following faults on the power
supply.
 Mains power is not available.
 The output voltage is too low (less than 24.5V)
 The output voltage is too high (greater than 28V)
 The battery is not connected properly.

EARTH FAULT
(Yellow): This LED will light if there is an incorrect earth on any of the signal
cables of the system.

SYSTEM FAULT
(Yellow) This LED will light if the main system CPU is in fault.

TEST MODE
(Yellow): This LED will light when the panel is in any of the test modes.

DE-ISOLATE
If a detector currently displayed on the LCD has been isolated, pressing this key
will de-isolate it.
FAULT
OUTPUT ISOLATE
(Yellow): Pressing this button will isolate the fault output relay on the brigade
board. If the relay is isolated the associated LED will light. Pressing the button again will de-isolate
the relay.
AUXILIARY
FAULT / ISOLATE
(Yellow): Pressing this button or if the FACP is fitted with a door switch and the
door is opened the auxiliary output relay on the brigade board will be isolated. If the auxiliary fault /
isolate is isolated the associated LED will light steady. Pressing the button again will de-isolate the
auxiliary fault / isolate relay.
The auxiliary output line is monitored, should it go into fault, the LED will flash.
AIF
ACTIVE
(Yellow): Pressing this button will activate the Alarm Investigation Facility. The
LED shall turn on.

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LOOP
Press this key followed by a number to select the loop you wish to
access e.g. LOOP 4.

SENSOR
After selecting the Loop number press this key to enter the sensor number for the device to
be interrogated.

ZONE
Press this key followed by a number e.g. ZONE 4 to select the required zone.

DISPLAY
Press this key after selecting the Zone number or the Loop and Sensor numbers to display
the state of the device.

9
SYMB
These keys are used to navigate around the panel’s menus and enter data. If entering a
descriptor, or some other data that contains characters as well as numbers, pressing the keys
multiple times will scroll through the available letters written on the button, in sequence e.g. 1, A, B,
C

TO
Use this key to access a range of devices e.g. Zone 2 TO 7.

ENTER
Press the ENTER key when using the panel, to enter data.

CANCEL ENTRY
The CANCEL ENTRY key is used to delete data in a current field or return to the
previously displayed menu.

Used to move the cursor back and forth when entering data in a field.

These keys are used to move between fields when entering data.

MENU FUNCTION
Pressing the MENU key will display the main menu on the LCD. Similarly
pressing the FUNCTION key will display the function menu on the LCD.

FIREFINDER 15/7/2005 14:00:00

AMPAC
PH: 08 9242 3333
SYSTEM IS NORMAL
LCD DISPLAY - This screen can be configured with
the servicing companies’ name and phone number. It also displays the current date, time and that
the system is normal (no faults and alarms).
If there are any faults or alarms the LCD will display the device in question, if multiple detectors or
zones are not in their normal state, the PREVIOUS and NEXT keys are used to scroll through them.

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IMPORTANT NOTE:
It is strongly recommended that all field programming changes be properly recorded.
6 Functions And Menus
6.1 The Default LCD Display
In its normal state the FireFinder™ will display a screen similar to that shown below.

FIREFINDER 15/7/2005 14:00:00

AMPAC
PH: 08 9242 3333
SYSTEM IS NORMAL

Figure 28: The Default LCD Display

This screen can be configured with the servicing company’s name and phone number via a laptop or
modem. The current date, time is set in the Function menu while system status is automatically
displayed.
6.2 Accessing Functions and Menus
At Levels 2 and 3, access to the panel Functions are password protected.
A new panel has a pre-programmed password of 2222 for Level 2 and 3333 for Level 3.

Note: Only Authorised Service Technicians / Engineers have the ability to change passwords.
Note: All menus are provided with screen prompts and a “Quick Reference Guide” (see Section
24) guides the operator through the operation of the FACP.

MENU FUNCTION
From the DEFAULT DISPLAY, press MENU or FUNCTION. The FUNCTION
menu is password protected (actually a pass-number as it can only contain numbers) to prevent
unauthorised changes to the panel's configuration.
6.3 Function Menu and Access Levels
Three levels of ACCESS are available via separate passwords so that access to certain facilities can
be restricted (such as the ability to enter new passwords).
Level I: has access to MENU only while Password protected Levels 2 and 3 access MENU and
FUNCTION as listed below.
Level II: Allows access to:
 Date: Enter the Day, Month and Year (4 digit year).
 Time: Enter the hours and minutes (24 hour mode).
 Day/Night Settings: Enter the Day / Night ON times and Enable - Disable.
 Logs: Fire Alarm, Fault, Isolate, System & Input / Output logs.
 Tests: Walk and loop tests.
 I/O: Sets the functionality of Input / Output devices.
 Access: Password entry to Level 3
Level III: In addition to the Level I & II facilities, Add, Delete, Delete all passwords and Mode (Zone /
Sensor) onsite Programming.

Note: The following should be read in conjunction with the Quick Reference Guides in Section
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7 The Main Menu
The MAIN MENU is accessed by pressing MENU.
MAIN MENU
0: ALARMS 1:PREALARMS 2: FAULTS
3:ISOLATES 4: STATUS 5:TEST
MENU FUNCTION SELECT NO.

Figure 29: The Main Menu

Numbering System:  denotes the menu structure number and  denotes the sub-menu
numbering.
Pressing the appropriate number on the keypad while in the MAIN MENU the user can view any;

 FIRE ALARMS

 PRE-ALARMS

 FAULTS; Pressing  brings up a sub-menu from which a more detailed description of the
fault can be displayed. With a Fault present select a field ( to ) to view details of the fault.

       
Zones Sensors Loops Modules Comms Power Supply Brigade Test Failures Sounders

 ISOLATES on the system.

If there are no alarms, pre-alarms, faults or isolates, a message, e.g. NO ZONES OR SENSORS IN
ALARM will be displayed for 1 to 2 seconds and then the display will return to the Main menu.
7.1 Status Menu
 Is pressed to access the STATUS MENU.

STATUS MENU STATUS MENU

0: LOOPS 1: MODULES 2: I/O 0: LOOPS 1: MODULES 2: I/O
3: SYSTEM 4:AVALUES 3: NETWORK 4: SYSTEM 5:AVALUES
SELECT NO. SELECT NO.

FACP WITHOUT NETWORKING FACP WITH NETWORKING

Figure 30: The Status Menu

From the STATUS MENU the status of system components and settings can be selected and
displayed as listed below. Note that different screens are displayed for a system with and without
networking.
Press

 Loops: Enter the loop number and the LCD will display its status, e.g. normal, type of fault
etc.

 Press to print all devices on the loops (Press RESET to stop printing)

 Press to print totals of the loops (Press RESET to stop printing)

 Modules: Select the type of module, Slave, P/S, Brigade or External LED
Mimic and follow the screen prompts to display the status of the selected field.

 I/O: The LCD will display the status of an input or output in a panel or on a loop.

 Press to display Output status –  IN A PANEL or  ON A LOOP

 Press to display Input status - –  IN A PANEL or  ON A LOOP

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Once the above is selected follow the prompts and enter the;
i) I/O controller number then the input or output on that controller or,
ii) loop, sensor and output number on that device.
The LCD will display if it is configured and if so a description of what that input or output does and its
current state.
Network: Note: This option is only available if the system configuration is networked.

 Is pressed to access NETWORK STATUS.

DISPLAY NETWORK STATUS
0: NETWORK POINTS 1: REMOVE SLAVE MODULES
2: REMOTE EXTERNAL MIMIC MODULES
SELECT NO.

Figure 31: Display Network Status

 Network Points:
DISPLAY NETWORK POINTS
0: STATUS 1: POWER SUPPLY 2: BRIGADE

SELECT NO.

Figure 32: Display Network Points

Network Points Screens are

 STATUS: Press, Select network point e.g. Loop Number

 POWER SUPPLY: Press to display Charger Volts, Battery Detected and Mains OK
 BRIGADE: Press to display Operational or Non-Operational
 Remote Slave Modules:
Select from Network Status Remote Slave Modules, then Module number, then ENTER.

Apollo Loop No: 1

TYPE: APOLLO LOOP NO: 1 VER: 6.2
NP: 1 MOD: 1 STAT: NORMAL
REMOTE MODULE STATUS

Figure 33: Display Remote Module Status

 Remote External LED Mimic Modules:

Select from Network Status Remote External LED Mimic Modules, then NP number, then ENTER
then External LED Mimic number, then ENTER

 Is pressed to access SYSTEM STATUS (If the system configuration is not networked Press )
SYSTEM STATUS
ALARMS: 0000 PREALARMS: 0000 ISOLATES: 0000
SENSOR FAULTS: 0000 MOD FAULTS: 0000 WDOG: 00
LOOP FAULTS: 00 VERSION: 6.0.30/AS4428

Figure 34: System Status

AValues:

 Is pressed to access AVALUES. Enter Loop number, then ENTER, then Sensor number, then
ENTER. (If the system configuration is not networked Press)

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Loop 1 Sensor 1 SMOKE
L1 S1 Z2 STAT: NORMAL
AVALUE: 25 MODE: 0 1: 000 O: 000

Figure 35: Analogue Values

7.2 Testing Menu

 Is pressed to access the ALARM, FAULT AND LAMP TESTING MENU.
TESTING MENU
0: ALARM 1: FAULT 2: LAMP

SELECT NO:

Figure 36: The Testing Menu

7.2.1 Alarm Test

 Important: Ensure “Alarm” outputs are isolated / inhibited before commencing the
test.

 Is pressed to initiate an Alarm Test: Alarm tests either a zone or a sensor on a loop or a range of
TO TO
zones or sensors on a loop if the key is used, e.g., ZONE 1 3.
This test will force a zone/s or sensor/s to go into the Alarm state or a conventional zone to a
simulated Alarm condition. Pressing ENTER initiates the test. Pressing RESET clears the test.

ALARM TEST ALARM TEST

0: ALARM 1: SENSOR ZONE
select ZONE NO. then ENTER or TO key
SELECT NO: SELECT NO:

Figure 37: Alarm Test Selection Screens

7.2.2 Fault Test

 Is pressed to initiate a Fault Test: Fault tests either a zone or a sensor on a loop or a range of
zones or sensors on a loop in the same way as for the Alarm test above.
This test will force a sensor to go into the Fault state or a conventional zone to a simulated Fault
condition. Pressing ENTER initiates the test.

FAULT TEST FAULT TEST

0: ALARM 1: SENSOR ZONE
select ZONE NO. then ENTER or TO key
SELECT NO: SELECT NO:

Figure 38: Fault Test Selection Screens

Once the above tests have been completed the TEST FAILURE screen will appear. Each ALARM
NEXT
and FAULT that was detected can be viewed by scrolling through them using the and
PREVIOUS
keys. If an Alarm or Fault was not detected a short message displays this result and the
screen returns to the Fault Test default screen.
7.2.3 Lamp Test

 Is pressed to initiate a Lamp Test: The test will sequentially flash the LED’s on the front panel
and illuminate the various segments on the LCD display.

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8 Main Functions
LEVEL II MAIN FUNCTIONS LEVEL III MAIN FUNCTIONS
0: DATE 1: TIME 2: DAYNIGHT SETTINGS 3: LOGS 0: DATE 1: TIME 2: DAYNIGHT SETTINGS 3: LOGS
4: TESTS 5: I/O 6: ACCESS 4: TESTS 5: I/O 6: PASSWORDS
SELECT NO: SELECT NO:

Figure 39: The Level II & III Functions Menu

8.1 Setting the Function Date Facility

Select FUNCTION. A prompt will ask for a PASSWORD if the control panel is not currently active.
Using the keypad key in the Level 2 or 3 PASSWORD and press ENTER.
Press

 To select the set DATE SCREEN. The prompt will ask for the date to be entered in this format,
DD/MM/YYYY (e.g. 01/01/2011), key in and press ENTER. The screen will then return to the MAIN
FUNCTIONS MENU.
8.2 Setting the Function Time Facility
Press

 Then in the following format key in the time, HH:MM (e.g. 16:00) using the 24 hour mode. Press
ENTER and the screen will return to the MAIN FUNCTIONS MENU.

8.3 Setting the Function Daynight Facility

Press

 The DAY-NIGHT SETTINGS screen will appear. Time entry is the same as setting the “Time”
facility
Press

 To enter the DAY ON time then ENTER and,

 To enter the NIGHT ON time then ENTER.
 To ENABLE / DISABLE then ENTER.
For this Function to have control it must be ENABLED, press  Re-pressing  will toggle to
DISABLE.
8.4 Function Logs Facility
Press

 And the EVENT LOG MENU will be displayed.

The LOGS MENU allows the operator to select and view the events that have occurred of all;

Press:  ALARM,  FAULT,  ISOLATE,  SYSTEM

EVENT LOG MENU ( MAXIMUM SIZE = 1162 ) FAULT LOG 7/7 11/7/2005 14:56 05
0: ALARM 1: FAULT 2: ISOLATE 3: SYSTEM SUPPLY FAULT
4: I/O ST: EARTH FAULT
SELECT NO: SELECT 0: PRINT ENTRY 1: SHOW OPTIONS

Figure 40: Logs Function Menu & Fault Log Selected

Once the type of log is selected, e.g. FAULT above, each entry can be viewed by stepping through
NEXT PREVIOUS
them using the and keys

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The type of log, number and totals logged, date and time of the ALARM,
FAULT, ISOLATE, SYSTEM or I/O as well as device information will be
displayed. The SYSTEM screen displays events and watchdog activity. From these screens the
operator can select two other facilities, they are;
Press

 PRINT ENTRY will print out the displayed information if a printer is installed, or
 SHOW OPTIONS allows the operator to select how the Logs are viewed.
Press

 to VIEW BY ENTRY NUMBER or  to VIEW BY DATE. In each case the screen will ask for
the appropriate information (ENTRY NUMBER or DATE) to be entered before the selected option
will be displayed.
NOTE: it is possible to scroll through the alarms by using the PREVIOUS and NEXT keys.
8.5 The Function Test Facility
Press

 TESTS: prompts the operator to select either the WALK or LOOP test.
Press

 WALK TEST; the operator will be prompted to select either ZONE or SENSOR test.
Press

 ZONE WALK TEST MENU;

This screen requires the operator to select a Zone or number of Zones to be tested, that is enter the
Zone number pres ENTER or enter the Zone number press TO then the next highest Zone
number o be tested EG. 2 TO 7 then ENTER.
The TEST MODE LED will be illuminated for the duration of the test and the test will run until the
operator RESETS the system or the test times out [Time Out = 15 minutes + 3 to 5 seconds].
Press

 SENSOR WALK TEST MENU

This screen requires the operator to select a Zone and then a Sensor or (number of Sensors using
the TO key) to be tested then pressing ENTER to start the test.
The TEST MODE LED will be illuminated for the duration of the test and the test will run until the
operator RESETS the system or the test times out [Time Out = 15 minutes + 3 to 5 seconds].
Press

 LOOP TEST requires the operator to select a LOOP for DIAGNOSTIC TESTING
Entering the LOOP number and pressing ENTER will initiate the DIAGNOSTIC TEST.
NOTE: The LED’s on the Brigade Board will indicate which leg is being tested.
The tests displayed are;
 TESTING SIDE A IDENTIFING DEVICES on SIDE A, and
 TESTING SIDE B IDENTIFING DEVICES on SIDE B.
Once the testing is completed the final screen will display the number of devices found and tested on
the LOOP and a Reset is requested to return the system to normal.
NOTE: If the data is not entered within 2 minutes the screen will time out and return to the
DEFAULT SCREEN.

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8.6 Function Manual I/O Control
Press

 To display the Manual I/O Control menu

MANUAL I/O CONTROL
0: INPUT 1: OUTPUT
2: REMOVE MANUAL CONTROL
SELECT NO.

Figure 41: The Manual I/O Control Menu

Manual I/O control allows the technician to turn ON or Off inputs and outputs off a device to facilitate
testing or isolation of plant during maintenance. Removal of manual control returns control to the
panel.
Press

 Input Selected:
Press

 IN A PANEL: Enter the I/O Controller number then the input number. This will display the
description for the input and its current state; you can then turn the input ON or OFF or remove
manual control.

 ON A LOOP: Enter the loop number, the sensor number and the input number. This will display
the description for the input and its current state; you can then turn the input ON or OFF or remove
manual control.

 Remove All Manual Input Control: Will remove all manual input control.
 Output Selected: Same sequences as above for inputs but substitute outputs for inputs.
 Remove All Manual Control Selected: Globally removes all manual control.
8.7 Function Access (Level II) / Passwords (Level III)
Press

While in the Main Functions menu and enter the Level III Password if in Access Level II or, if in
Access Level III to display the Password Menu.

FUNCTIONS PASSWORD MENU

PASSWORD 0: ADD PASSWORD 1: DELETE PASSWORD
select PASSWORD then ENTER key 2: DELETE ALL PASSWORDS 3: SENSOR MODE
SELECT NO.

Figure 42: The Level II Password Entry & Level III Password Menu Screens

 Add Password: Enter the new password, then press ENTER. The password is always a 4 digit
number.

 Delete Password: Enter the password that you want to delete, and then press ENTER.
 Delete All Passwords: This asks you to confirm that you want to delete all the passwords.
Press ENTER then ENTER again.

 Zone / Sensor Mode: This sets the mode in which Alarms, Faults, Pre-alarms and Isolates
status information will be displayed. “Zone” is the default setting.

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8.7.1 Forgotten Passwords
Follow the following process if a password has been forgotten or misplaced;
Entering 9999 into the password field;
Take note of the 4 digit password number displayed on the screen; then
Contact the AMPAC head office and quote the above number;
A temporary password will be issued and a new password can then be programmed into the FACP.
Note: The temporary password becomes invalid if 9999 is entered again or if the panel is re-
powered after 9999 has been entered.

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8.8 Function Programming
Press

 To display the Level III Programming Menu.

ON SITE PROGRAMMING MENU
0: CONV ZONE 1: DEVICE 2: INPUT 3: OUTPUT
4: PANEL BASED MCP 5: SUB ADDRESS 6: WDOG
SELECT NO.

Figure 43: Programming Menu

8.8.1 Conventional Zone Programming

Press

 Zone:
Key in the zone number and enter or change the description (DESC) by pressing
buttons to move the flashing underline or curser. The numeric buttons multiple times to access
characters while at the same time using

EDIT Zx DESC AND TYPE SETTING

DESC < ZONE >
TYPE <
ALPHA KEYS ARE ACTIVE

Figure 44: Zone Description & Type Programming

EDIT Z CONFIGURATION
CONFIG LATCHING

use < or > to change alarm setting

Figure 45: Brigade Options

Press to move to the TYPE field or edit the information.

Press to move between fields use the reciprocal button

By going through all the fields a second screen can also be accessed to show the Output options.
Press to step through these fields.

The keys are used to set the Y/N field, that is the selected Zone that will activate the
Brigade Options ALRM, BELL etc and Config.

EDIT Z I/O GROUPS

GROUP 1: GROUP 2: GROUP 3:
GROUP 4: GROUP 5: GROUP 6:
Enter GROUP NO:

Figure 46: Zone Configuration Latching / Unlatching

Use or to change the setting

Configuration settings are Latching, Non-Latching, AVF, Self Reset (0 to 99 seconds). After setting
the Configuration the ZONE I/O GROUPS are programmed.

ENTER Zx BRIGADE OPTIONS AND CONFIG

ALRM: Y/N BELL: Y/N AUX: Y/N SPK: Y/N AIF: Y/N
ALARM LED: Y/N CONFIG: LATCHING
use < or > to change setting

Figure 47: Zone I/O Groups

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After scrolling through the groups and entering what I/O GROUPS will be turned
on by what module/s or device/s in a zone/s the operator is prompted to press
ENTER to confirm the entries and / or changes.
8.8.2 Device Programming
Press

 DEVICE:

Screen: use these keys to EDIT and move through wording &

These keys to MOVE between fields i.e.: DESC & TYPE and next parameter
Enter the Loop and Sensor number then scroll through the following screens.
Press or Press

 to EDIT or  to DELETE
1. EDIT LxSx DESCRIPTION AND TYPE STRING. Edit then. Press
e.g.: DESC Loop 1 Sensor 1
TYPE SMOKE

2. Allocate / Edit the Sensor to a Zone and set the device type then. Press
e.g.: XP95 Photo, XP95 Heat etc-

3. Set /Edit and display the Output Configurations or options then. Press
e.g.: Latching, AVF, Non-latching etc

4. Set / Edits and enables / disables the day/night settings then. Press

5. Allocates / Edits the Loop and Sensors Groups.

After scrolling through the groups a prompt tells the operator to press ENTER to confirm the
changes.
8.8.3 Input Programming
Press
INPUT:
By following the screen prompts as above Edit or Delete an INPUT in a panel or a loop.
Screen: PROGRAM MENU SELECTING AN INPUT

 IN A PANEL  ON A LOOP
I/O MODULE LOOP
Select I/O MODULE NO. then ENTER Select LOOP NO. then ENTER
INPUT SENSOR
Select I/P NO then ENTER Select SENSOR NO. then ENTER
EDIT / DELETE DESC INPUT
Select INPUT NO. then ENTER key
ALPHA KEYS ARE ACTIVE EDIT Lx Sx I/Px DESC STRING DESC
8.8.4 Output Programming
Press

 OUTPUT:
By following the screen prompts as above Add, Edit or Delete an output in a panel or on a loop.

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8.8.5 Manual Call Point (MCP)
Press
MCP:
The operator will be prompted to enter the NODE Number, that is the Node or panel on which the
MCP is mounted.
8.8.6 Sub Address
Press

 Sub Address lets the operator EDIT or DELETE the address of an IO device on a Loop.
Note: an input is the only function that can bring up an alarm.
Select the LOOP, then ENTER, SENSOR, then ENTER then the SUBADDRESS (e.g. 1, 2 or 3 for
3IO device), or press  to EDIT or press  to DELETE.
Editing
If editing, the screen will display the Loop number, Sensor number and sub address followed by
DESC < TYPE < INPUT > and advise the Alpha keys are active. Once edited and pressing
ENTER the message UPDATE TO MEMORY message will be displayed.

ENTER should not be pressed if the CONFIGURATION is to be edited, instead press  to go to

the next screen where the output is configured to be latching (general alarm requiring a Reset to be
returned to normal), NON-LATCHING (hence self resetting) or FAULT which clears when the fault is
cleared.
8.8.7 Watchdog

 This Function provides a counter to record any re-initialisation of the processor. If due to a
software failure the panel is automatically reset then the counter will increment by 1 The maximum
count is 99 after which the counter resets to 00. Pressing  will reset the counter. When the panel
is commissioned this counter MUST be reset to 0 as must be the Events Logs.
8.8.8 Self Learn
Self Learn is enabled / disabled in the EEPROM programming. If enabled FireFinder has the
ability to detect extra or missing modules or devices, (that is devices or modules that have been
added or removed) or there has been a change of the type of module or device.
Note: If a change does occur the FACP will take 30seconds to register the event on the LCD and
illuminate the FAULT LED.
8.8.9 Extra Devices Detected
The FireFinder LCD will indicate extra devices have been detected by displaying the screen below
and the FAULT LED will be illuminated.

FIREFINDER 4/7/2005 08:05:45

EXTRA DEVICES DETECTED
GOTO PROGRAMMING MENU TO RESOLVE
SYSTEM IS NOT NORMAL

Figure 48: Resolving Extra Modules and Devices

To resolve select FUNCTION, enter PASSWORD, press  and the screen below will appear

PROGRAMMING MENU
0: RESOLVE EXTRA MODULES AND DEVICES
1: ON SITE PROGRAMMING
SELECT NO:

Figure 49: Added Module or Device

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Select  (Selecting  presents the PROGRAMMING MENU) then  or 
(as seen below) then ENTER to ADD the module or device to the configuration, or skip to resolve the
changes manually in the Programming Menu.

0: ADD EXTRA MODULES 1: ADD EXTRA DEVICES

2: DEVICE TYPE MISMATCH 3: MODE MISMATCH
SELECT NO:

Figure 50: Resolving Extra Modules or Devices

8.8.10 Mismatch Detected

If a mismatch is detected the Normal Default Screen will change to that shown below. Go to the
Programming Menu and select either  Resolve Extra Modules and Devices then 

(Device Type) or  (Mode) to resolve the mismatch, OR On Site Programming to resolve manually.

Loop 1 Sensor 1
L1 S6 Z1 STAT: TYPE MISMATCH

ZONE FAULTS 1 OF 1

Figure 51: Resolving a Mismatch

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9 Incoming Fire Alarm Signal
 Will operate the red common LED fire indicator
 Will display location of fire alarm origin on the LCD
 Will activate external alarm.
 Will activate the internal FACP buzzer.
 Will activate any ancillary equipment so programmed.
 Will abort any test in progress.
The LCD will always display the first fire alarm signal received in the top section of the LCD. The
lower section of the LCD will also permanently display the most recent zone in alarm. Other essential
PREVIOUS NEXT
fire alarm information and fault or disablement information is available via the and
keys. After 30 seconds if no key is pressed the top section of the display will revert to displaying the
first zone in alarm.

DETECTOR 1 SMOKE
L1 S1 Z17 ALARM
5/7/2005 15:12:10
SENSOR ALARMS 1 OF 5

Figure 52: LCD Screen with 5 Devices in Alarm

Note: The displayed information changes to that associated with the device as the PREVIOUS /
NEXT push buttons are pressed. If there is a fault condition or a fire alarm and the buzzer is
sounding, press the ACKNOWLEDGE button to stop it sounding

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10 Accessing a Loop, Sensor or Zone
LOOP OR SENSOR
 From the default display, press LOOP
 Enter the loop number you wish to interrogate then press SENSOR.
 Press the button for the sensor number.
 Press the TO button if you wish to access a range of sensors on the loop,
 Press the DISPLAY button if you wish to display the status of a sensor,
 Press the ISOLATE button if you wish to isolate a sensor then ACKNOWLEDGE
 Press the DE-ISOLATE button to de-isolate a sensor.

LOOP 1 SENSOR 4
ABC JKL

For Multiple Devices

TO 7 ISOLATE
TUV

DISPLAY

ACKNOWLEDGE

Figure 53: Steps for Isolating Single and / or Multiple Devices

ZONE
 From the default display, press ZONE
 Press the button for the zone number.
 Press the TO button if you wish to access a range of zones,
 Press the DISPLAY button if you wish to display the status of a zone,
 Press the ISOLATE button if you wish to isolate a zone then ACKNOWLEDGE
 Press the DE-ISOLATE button to de-isolate a sensor.

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11 Expanding the FACP with Compatible FireFinder
Boards
11.1 Ancillary Services
The FACP has been designed such that detectors and/or call points, in addition to giving an alarm
and calling the fire brigade, will close or open circuits of ancillary services by means of relays or
similar devices.
Examples of these services are:
 Actuation of fixed fire-extinguishing systems;
 Closing of windows, smoke and fire doors,
 Control of ventilating systems;
 Covering of tanks containing flammable liquids and controlling their valves to isolate the
contents from direct contact with the fire, etc.
To facilitate safe maintenance of these services an option is available that allows for the isolation
and visual indication of the disablement of ancillary services that does not affect the normal
operation of the fire alarm system.
To ensure power to the fire alarm system is not prejudiced in any way, power for the ancillary
services must be included in the calculation of the power supply and battery capacity.

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11.2 Compatible FireFinder Boards
Module / Board Part No Fast Fit Kit Item No Max No
Slave CPU 302-669 159-0007 8 per Controller # 1
Conventional Zone Board 302-671 159-0005 8 per Controller
Apollo Loop Termination Board 302-735 159-0003 8 per Controller
SP1X: 159-0113
16/16 Input / Output Board 302-672 SP8X: 159-0051 8 per Slave CPU
SP16X: 159-0009
SP1X: 159-0013
8 Way Relay Board 302-676 SP8X: 159-0013 16 per Slave CPU
SPX16X: 159-0015
SP1X: 159-0114
16 Way Input Board 302-677 SP8X: 159-0010 8 per Slave CPU
SP16X: 159-0011
SP1X: 159-0079
Serial Relay Board 302-732 SP8X: 159-0072 16 per Controller
SP16X: 159-0072
Fire Fan Module / BRD25FCB
4310-0021 15 per Controller
Fire Fan Termination Board BRD25FTB
SP1X: 159-0106
General Indicator Card * 16
BRD85GIBB SP8X: 159-0089
(32 Zone Alarm) * Config dependant
SP16X: 159-0120
SP1X: 159-0107
General Indicator Card * 16
BRD85GIBB SP8X: 159-0108
16/16 Zone Alarm & Fault * Config dependant
SP16X: 159-0121
General Indicator Card SP1X: 159-0123 * 16
BRD85GIBB
Amber LED’s SP8X &16: 159-0124 * Config dependant
SP1X: 159-0084
Printer OEM1447 1 per Controller
SP8X: 159-0110
Sounder/Bell Controller Board
302-7420 SP1X & SP8X: 159-0071 8 per Controller
8 x 1A per circuit
Sounder/Bell Controller Board
302-7421 SP1X & SP8X: 150-0069 8 per Controller
4 x Volt free, 4 x 1Amp
SP1X:159-0099
Agent Release Module / BRD25ARB-A
SP8X: 159-0100 8 per Controller
Agent Termination Board BRD25ATB
SP16X: 159-0117
Local Control Station (IP40) BRD25ARB-B 4 per Termination Brd
SP8X: 159-0112
Expansion Board 302-688 1 per Controller
SP16X: 159-0022
SP16X: 159-0077
Expansion Controller 3 per Node
Rack: 159-0067
Occupant Warning System EV20 Factory Fit
Occupant Warning System
Factory Fit
EV40, EV60 and EV120
Occupant Warning System EV3000 Factory Fit
Brigade Devices Factory Fit
Compatible Networking Devices
SP16X: 159-0077
Expansion Controller 3 per Node
Rack: 159-0067
SP1: 159-0053
Network Interface Board BRD85NIC SP8X: 159-116 1 per Controller
SP16X: 159-0053
High Level Interface Expander BRD43SPB 4310-0080 3 per Controller
Communication Extender Brd BRD82LTB 1 per Controller

 Note: # 1: This comprises 4 on the Main Controller and 4 on the Expansion Board.
 Note: # 2: Depends on the configuration and the number of Panels in the System.

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11.3 16/16 Input / Output Board (302-672)
The Input / Output Board is connected to the slave CPU via CN1 and acts as the interface between
the Slave CPU, 8 Way Relay Board and the 16 Way Opto Input Board.
Dependant on the panel configuration a maximum of 8 Input / Output boards can be daisy chained
together.
TO 8 WAY RELAY BOARDS TO 16 WAY OPTO
1 2 INPUT BOARD

CN5 O/P 1-8 CN4 O/P 9-16 CN3 I/P 1-16

CTRL U2 CTRL
IN U1 U7 OUT CN2
U8 CONTROL OUT
TO CONTROL IN OF
NEXT
INPUT / OUTPUT BOARD
TO CN1 OF THE U6 OR
SLAVE CPU U9 FAN CONTROL BOARD
(302-6690)
MAXIMUM OF 8
+5V
BOARDS PER
SLAVE CPU
U3 U5
CN6 CN7 U4
CN1 POWER CN2
+ +27V
+
- IN
- 302-6720 1/98
0V +V OUT

Figure 54: 16 / 16 Input / Output Board

11.4 8 Way Relay Board (302-6760/1)

Relay Outputs: Each 8 Way Relay Board 302-676 is fitted with either eight 1A, RL1 to 8, (302-6760)
or 5A, RL9 to 16, (302-6761) relays with voltage free contacts which can be used for control (e.g.
releasing doors) or monitoring (e.g. driving indicators, door open / closed) purposes.

O/P 1 O/P 2 O/P 3 O/P 4 O/P 5 O/P 6 O/P 7 O/P 8

N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C

TB1 TB2

CN1
N/O N/O N/O N/O N/O N/O N/O N/O
RL9 RL10 RL11 RL12 RL13 RL14 RL15 RL16
C C C C C C C C
TO CN4
N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C N/C
OR CN5
302-676x

OR THE
1/0 BOARD
RL1 RL2 RL3 RL4 RL5 RL6 RL7 RL8
302-6720

N/O
RL9
C

N/C
5 Amp Version
Legend
RL1 1 Amp Version

Figure 55: 8 Way Relay Board with 1A Relays Fitted

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11.5 16 Way Input Board (302-677)
Opto-Inputs: Up to 16 inputs can be connected to the 16 Way Input Board. These inputs are
required to be voltage free contacts as shown below.

AS AN EXAMPLE
INPUTS 1 AND 16 CONNECTED TO
VOLTAGE-FREE CONTACTS

COMCOM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6

302-6770
U1 U3 U5 U7 U9 U11 U13 U15

U2 U4 U6 U8 U10 U12 U14 U16

CN1

TO CN3 OF
302-6720

Figure 56: 16 Way Input Board

11.6 Serial Relay Board (302-732)

Relay Outputs: Each Serial Relay Board communicates with the Main Controller via the Serial Bus
and is fitted with eight 1A relays fitted with voltage free contacts. A maximum of 8 boards can be
daisy chained together per Controller.
O/P 1 O/P 2 O/P 3 O/P 4 O/P 5 O/P 6 O/P 7 O/P 8
To CN3 of N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C N/0 C N/C

TB1 TB2
Main Controller, CN1
other Serial Boards, MOV1 MOV3 MOV5 MOV7 MOV9 MOV11 MOV13 MOV15

LED Mimic or IN
MOV2 MOV4 MOV6 MOV8 MOV10 MOV12 MOV14 MOV16

N1236
C C C C C C C C
Valve Display RL1 RL2 RL3 RL4 RL5 RL6 RL7 RL8
Boards CN2 /// /// /// /// /// /// /// ///
NO NC NO NC NO NC NO NC NO NC NO NC NO NC NO NC

To CN1 ( IN ) of OUT D1 D2
D3
D4 D5 D6 D7 D8

next Serial Board

R1
R2

C2 C4
MOV17
C1

CN3 CN4
U1 U2 U3 U4
C3

POWER
+- 302-732 JAN 02 R3

+27VDC
Figure 57: Serial Relay Board

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11.7 Fire Fan Module (BRD25FCB)
The Fire Fan Module has four (4) separate fan controls each having an On, Auto and Off function
switch and a set of three (3) monitoring LED’s. The LED’s indicate the status of the equipment e.g.
Run, Fault or Stop. The two (2) arrow head keys are used to step up and / or down through the three
(3) conditions. A slip in label can also be inserted into the hinged cover for identification purposes.
The “Plant Trip” Reset is used to locally restart plant and equipment that has been automatically shut
down because the FACP has initiated an alarm once that alarm has been cleared.
Quiescent Current: 13.5mA
Module & PCB Securing Tabs
( Top & Bottom )
WINDOWS
PCB FOR SLIP
In Out CN3
ON
C le
ar IN LABELS C C

1 2 3 4
P la
s tic
C li
N N
AC
TIV
pI
nL 1 2
AT ab Address
E D el
WINDOWS CN1 CN2 Switch
TERMINATOR
LINK Set to 1
PL
AN
TT
CN2: Communications & 27V OUT
RIP
to Next Front Panel Card.
LK1 If Unsed the Termination Link Must be Inserted.
RE
SE
T

Slip In BRD25FCB4

Label
CN1: Communications & 27V IN from CN2 off the previous
Front Panel Card or CN20 on the Main Control Board
Clip On
Plastic Surround Lettering on slip in
( Push down here and pull PCB Securing Clips
labels must be at
out to remove and insert labels ) least 5mm in height.

Figure 58: Fire Fan Module Front Panel Figure 59: Fire Fan Module PCB Layout

11.8 Fan Termination Board (BRD25FTB)

The Fan Termination Board interfaces between the Fire Fan Module and the plant/equipment it
controls via the 24 volt 250mA Start, Stop, current limited, relay outputs and monitor inputs.
Programmable monitoring of the field equipment is achieved using 0 volts as an input level to
indicate run, fault and stop conditions of that equipment. Monitoring is programmed in the Function
Menu for a 3, 4 or 5 Wire Start / Stop, Run, Fault, Stop & Common functions. The inputs are
protected by way of resettable transorbs and resistive / capacitive networks.
Connectors
CN3 & CN4 27VDC in and out on boards mounted external to the FACP
CN5 Factory programming only and may not be available on all boards
TB2 Connect the fan control and monitoring wiring to the board.
FAN 1 FAN 1 FAN 2 FAN 2 FAN 3 FAN 3 FAN 4 FAN 4 RUN
START STOP RUN FLT STOP COM START STOP RUN FLT STOP COM START STOP RUN FLT STOP COM START STOP RUN FLT STOP COM FAN MONITORING
TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 RUN
STOP
STOP

CN1 RS485 Control in from CN2 of Previous START FLT

Board or CN21 of the Main Control Board
COM
FAN CONTROL
SOLID STATE OR
LK1 EOL Termination RELAY INTERFACE Cabling from FACP
to Plant / Equipment
CN2 STOP, START, RUN = 3 WIRE
RS485 Control Out to Next Board or Link 1 EOL is Applied
STOP, START, RUN, +24V O/Ps INPUTS 1, 2 & 3 0V
STOP = 4 WIRE
0 V +27V

POWER

CN3 CN4 27V Out to Next Board if Applicable ON

SW1 STOP, START, RUN, STOP,
Address SW TB 2, 3, 4 or 5
1 2 3 4 FAULT = 5 WIRE
27V In from the Brigade Broard or CN4 of the Previous Board 1 2 3 4 5 6

Figure 60: Fan Termination Board Layout and Typical I/O Wiring

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11.9 Zone & General Indicator Card (BRD85GIBB)
The General Indicator Card (BRD85GIBB) comes in two versions each consisting of a front clip on
surround, decal, mounting frame, PCB and is clipped into the front panel of the FACP to provide
visual LED indication of; Zones in alarm x 32 [red], or Zones in alarm x 16 [red] / Zones in fault x 16
[yellow].
Each Indicator can be identified by way of slip in labels.
Panel & PCB Securing Tabs Decal

Connectors

Clear Plastic Clip In Label Holder

PCB

Windows for

Slip in Label Windows for Windows for Windows for

Slip in Label Slip in Label Slip in Label

Clip On Plastic Surround Slip In Label Slip In Label Slip In Label Slip In Label
( Remove to Insert Labels )
To Remove Push Down
Here and Lift Upwards

Figure 61: 32 Zone Alarm General Indicator Card

Top OverLay
Control In From CN3
D1 D9 D17 D25 on the Main Board CN3
(302-674E)
D2 D10 D18 D26

D3 D11 D19 D27

CN2 Control Out
To Next Card
D4 D12 D20 D28

D13 D21 D29

D5

D14
D6 D22 D30

D15
D7 D23 D31

D8
D16 D24 D32
Bottom Overlay

Figure 62: Bottom Overlay Figure 63: Top Overlay

 Note #1: DO NOT USE excessive force to remove any component once it is clipped into
position.

 Note #2: If the indicator becomes illuminated it remains so until “Reset” is pressed.
 Note #3: The indicators are tested by the Lamp Test control.
DEC2580-T1

BRD85GIBB2
LED's 050603

Windows for
Slip in Labels
RED D1 D9 D17 D25

YELLOW D2 D10 D18 D26

RED D3 D11 D19 D27

YELLOW D4 D12 D20 D28

RED D5 D13 D21 D29

YELLOW D6 D14 D22 D30

RED D7 D15 D23 D31

YELLOW D8 D16 D24 D32

Figure 64: 16 Zone Alarm / Fault Card Decal & PCB Layout

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11.10 Switch and Indicator Card (BRD25GIB – B)
This Card can effectively perform 2 different functions. Firstly the indicators monitor the first 8 inputs
of the 16 Way Input Termination Board while secondly the switches can be programmed to manually
operate a specific relay in the system.
Quiescent Current: 3.6mA

Card & PCB Securing Tabs C C

( Top & Bottom ) N N Top Card &
Address
1 2 PCB Securing Clips
Cle PCB Switch
ar Set to 1
Pla
stic In
Cli Out ON
pI
nL
CN1: Communications & 27V IN

1 2 3 4
ab
el
WINDOWS FOR
SLIP
WindowsIN
for LABEL
from CN2 off the previous Front
Panel Card or CN9 on the Main Card
Slip in Label

CN2: Communications & 27V OUT to Next Front Panel Card.

Note: As per AS 1668 If Unsed the Termination Link Must be Inserted.
lettering on any of the
slip in labels must be K2 Termination
Clip on at least 5mm in height. Link
Plastic Surround Slip In Label

( Push down here and pull Bottom Card &

out to remove and insert labels ) PCB Securing Clips

Figure 65: Front Panel Card Layout Figure 66: Front Panel Card PCB Layout

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11.11 8 Way Sounder Monitor Board (302-7420/1)
The 8 way Sounder Monitor Board allow a larger number of bells and sounders to be connected to
the System.
The 302-742 is built in two versions:
1. 302-7420: All outputs are monitored and provide 1 Amp per circuit.
2. 302-7421: The first 4 circuits are Voltage free contacts, the second 4 are as per the 302-
7420.
Wiring to the Monitored sounder outputs is as per the 302-6730.
The Sounder/ Bell monitor board connects to the serial peripheral interface (SPI) bus. This is the
same bus that connects to the Brigade Output Board and a maximum of 8 boards can be daisy
chained together.

Note: Output current is dependent on the capacity of the Power Supply

R10
D32
C24

RL1 F1 1A EOL Resistors are not required

C NC- NO+ C NC- NO+ C NC- NO+ C NC- NO+

if the O/P is configured for Volt
R37
R33
D2

Free Contacts NO, NC, & C

R29

TB2
R20

R11
D33
Note:
C25

If the O/P was configured

RL2 F2 1A as a monitored O/P, as
below, NO is the +ve leg
TB3 while NC is the -ve leg.
R30
R21

R38

R34
D3

R12 D34
C26

F3 1A

10K EOL
RL3
TB4
R31
R22

R39
R35
D4

R13 D35
C27

F4 1A
RL4 TB5
R40
R36
D5
R32
R23

D28
10K EOL
F5 1A
R16
R25

RL5
C20

D29
R6

-VE +VE -VE +VE -VE +VE -VE +VE

D6

F6 1A TB6
R26
R17

RL6
C21

D30
10K EOL
R7

D7

RL7 F7 1A 10K EOL

R27
R18

TB7
C22

U9 D31
R8

D8
10K EOL
R9
R28
R19

RL8 F8 1A
C23

D9

X1
302-742
U7
U2
This area will be
U1
marked with the
AT90S8535-8JC

correct Version
Number

LK2
U3 U4
D1
LK1 TB1 All Fuses are 1A M205 Style
C4 C5
NORMAL IN OUT
CN1 CN2
D10
+27V 0V

To CN7 of the To IN (CN1) of next

Main Controller Sounder Monitor Board To the AUX Power
or Output Brigade Board O/P TB2 of the O/P
CN5 Brigade Board

= Shaded Components are Not Fitted to 302-7421

Sounder Monitor Brd. Volt-Free but are Fitted to the 302-7420

Figure 67: Sounder / Bell Controller Board

Note: Output current is dependent on the capacity of the Power Supply

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11.12 Printer
Specifications
 Printing method: directed impact dot matrix
 Interface: 8 bit parallel interface
 Printing mechanism: 4/6 pin shuttle
 Interface port: 26 PIN flat plug
11.12.1 Indicators and Buttons
The front panel has an LED indicator and two buttons SEL (SELECT), LF (LINE FEED).
Press to
PUSH to lock Mechanism Release
TP Mechanism

PUSH
INDICATOR Indicator

SEL Button Press and turn

to tighten ribbon SEL
LF Button

Ribbon LF

Cassette
Paper

Paper Cutter

Instructions

Figure 68: Printer Front Panel Layout (Front Cover Closed / Open)

Indicator
When the 3 colour LED indicator is illuminated;
 Red indicates the printer is offline with no paper;
 Green indicates the printer is On Line;
 Yellow indicates the printer is On Line with no paper; or if it is
 Off indicates the printer is Off Line or the printer is busy.
SEL Button
a) On Line / Off Line State
The printer enters the On Line state automatically when power is applied or on exiting from the Self-
Test mode. (LED is green).
Press the SEL button, the LED is turned off and the printer goes Off Line.
Press the SEL button again, the LED turns on and the printer is On Line again.

Note: The printer will not receipt data when the printer is off line.
b) Pausing the Printer While It Is Printing.
Press the SEL button while the printer is printing, the printer will pause and enter the Off Line mode
after it finishes printing the row it was currently printing. The printer will continue to print when the
SEL button is pressed again.
c) Enter the HEX-DUMP mode
Remove power from the printer, press the SEL button, then reconnect the printer to the power
supply. The printer will enter the HEX-DUMP mode. In this mode any programs sent from the host
CPU will be printed out in Hexadecimal.
LF Button
While the printer is Off Line press and hold the LF button, paper feed will be initiated. Release the LF
button and the paper feed will be cancelled.

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Self-Test Mode
With power applied (green LED illuminated) push the SEL button. This will turn off the LED. Press
and hold in the LF button, then press the SEL button again and the printer will enter the Self Test
mode. Self-test will print out all the valid characters in the character sets.
Exit the Self-Test Mode:
After printing out the complete Self-Test list the printer will exit the mode automatically; or
Press the SEL button and the printer will immediately exit the Self-Test mode.
11.12.2 Maintenance
Installing the Ribbon Cassette
The printer has a factory loaded ink ribbon cassette. Remove the power from the printer.
Unlock the front cover by pushing down on the tab at the top of the front panel.
Push the mechanism release button in the top right corner to release the print head.
To remove the ribbon cassette gently pull out the left end then the right.
Replace the cassette by putting the right end of the new cassette slightly onto the drive axle then
gentle pushing the left end into the clips.
The left end of the cassette can only be pressed in after the right end has been correctly seated onto
the drive axle. If alignment is difficult it may be necessary to turn the knob on the cassette slightly.
Now check that the ribbon is tight across the face of the cassette and is on the inside of the cassette
and across the paper. Turn the knob clockwise again if the ribbon is on the outside of the cassette.

Mechanism
Hinges Release
Button

LED
PUSH

Push
Buttons

Paper

Paper Cutter

Front Door
Locking Tab

Figure 69: Paper Access

Ribbon Replacement;
Push back the mechanism head and lock it, close the cover of the printer and reconnect the power.
Loading the Paper Roll
Disconnect the power, unlock and open the front cover.
Push down on the mechanism release button in the top right corner to release the head.
Lift the mechanism as shown below.

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Mechanism
Hinges Release
Button

LED
PUSH

Push
Buttons

Paper
Note:
Front Door Ink Ribbon
Removed Cassette

Note:
Front Door Replacement Paper Roll
Removed

Figure 70: Head Mechanism Rotation and Paper Roll Removal / Insertion

Take out the empty paper roll and roller

Put the new paper roll onto the paper roller and replace as shown above.
Connect to the power supply.
Press the SEL button to take the printer Off Line, (LED is off).
Press the LF button, (paper feed).
Feed the edge of the paper into the mechanism and allow it to feed through. If difficulties are
encountered while feeding the paper thru the mechanism, cut the leading edge of the paper into a
triangle as shown above. This makes it easier to feed the paper thru
Once it established the paper is feeding through the head mechanism correctly press the SEL button
to stop the paper feed.
Return the printer head to its original position.
Pushing on the affixed label PUSH the head mechanism back into position.
Close the front cover.

Note #1: Press only on the PUSH label to return the head mechanism back into position.
Note #2: The above instructions are graphically displayed on the inside of the front cover.

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11.12.3 Printer Connections and Jumpering
Mounted on the back of the printer mechanism is the PCB that carries the;
 Connectors for interconnection to the Main Board,
 Jumper links required to set the programmed print modes; and
 Printer 5 volt DC Power Supply.
Connector to Main Board 5V Power Supply
D1 R4

R5
R6
J1 R1
C9 R2
J2 R3 + -
J3
C1 C16

C14
U9

R7
C15

U3
U2
C6 C17 C7 C8 C18

U6

U7

U8
C3

C19
U4
U1

C20
R8 R9
UP-ATHZP C2 C21

C4
VER:CC 2002.1 T1

J1 OPEN ESC Command Set D2

X1 U5 CLOSE UP Command Set
J2 OPEN ASCII Char Mode

T4
C5 CLOSE Chinese Mode
C12 T2
J3 OPEN UP-A Direction

T3
C13 CLOSE UP-T Direction
Connector to R10 J6 J7 R11 Connector to Print Head
Front Panel
C22
LED & Switches J7 Select 12X12 (Pins 1/2) or 15X16 (Pins 2/3) Chinese Characters

Figure 71: PCB Layout

Jumper Settings
Designator Jumper State Function
J1 NOT Inserted Selects ESC Commands
Inserted Selects UP Commands
J2 Set as
NOT Inserted Selects ASCII Character Printing Mode
Default
Inserted Selects Chinese Character Printing Mode
J3 NOT Inserted Select Printing by Contrary Direction
Inserted Select printing in the Normal Direction
J7 Set as Insert the Shorting Clip Between Pins
Selects the 12 X 12 Font
Default 1 and 2
Insert the Shorting Clip Between Pin 2
Selects the 15 X 16 Font
and 3
11.12.4 Printer 5 Volt Power Supply (BRD42PVCB1)
27 volts DC is taken from Brigade / PSU Monitor Board and fed to CN1 of the 5volt Printer Power
Supply Board. It is this board that drops this voltage from 27volts to 5volts for use by the Printer.
Mounted to rear of printer
CN1 TH1 D1 C1 C2 BRD42PVCB1-
0V

27VDC IN C4 C3
U1
+27V
0V

CN2
C5 C6 C7 L1 D2 +V 0V

To Printer (5V)
Figure 72: Printer Power Supply Board Layout

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11.13 Agent Release Control
Agent Release control consists of a Agent Release Module, Termination Board and an optional
Local Control Station.
Operation
Introduction
The Agent Release Module and Termination Board communicate with the FACP via the RS485
multi-drop bus.
The Local Control Station communicates only with the Termination Board via a separate RS485 bus.
Up to 4 Local Control Stations can be connected to one termination board.
Agent discharge operates in two modes – automatic and manual. The manual mode is selected by
pressing the Inhibit switch on any Local Control Station. To indicate the system is in manual the
Inhibit LED will be illuminated. Pressing Inhibit again will toggle or return the mode to automatic and
extinguish the Inhibit LED.
The “Agent Discharged” Pressure Switch (PSW) is wired to the PSW input on the Termination Board
and is used to confirm that the agent has been released. The circuitry involved in this process can be
configured to accept a normally open contact, normally closed contact, normally open mechanically
operated (manual) or is ignored (not fitted) and is selected via FACP on-site programming. If the
mechanical (manually operated) option is selected the module monitors the pressure switch input
and provides notification the agent has been released manually, initiates an alarm and illuminates
the “Agent Discharged “ indicator.
Manual Mode
When the system is in manual mode, then;
 The Local Control Station Inhibit indicator is lit at the FACP and all Local Control Station’s.
 The buzzer at all Local Control Stations will sound until the inhibit button is released.
 The System Inoperative output is turned on.
 The Automatic discharge sequences are prevented from starting.
 If an automatic discharge sequence was underway and the inhibit switch is activated
(switched to manual mode) the discharge sequence is aborted and the sequence is reset.
This means the Stage 1 and Stage 2 outputs are switched off.
To manually discharge the agent the “ Lock Off Valve “ must be open and the Manual Release
switch on the Local Control Station pressed. The manual discharge sequence is;
 Manual Activation indicator is lit on the FACP and Local Control Station.
 The FACP activates its brigade alarm output.
 Stage 1 outputs are switched to +24VDC. (FIRE ALARM sign illuminated, aural alarm
sounds)
 Stage 2 outputs are switched to +24VDC. (FIRE ALARM, EVACUATE & DO NOT ENTER
signs illuminated, aural alarm sounds).
 The optional pre-release start delay is activated (Selected via FACP on-site programming);
time out and an ON Interlock signal will then operate the selected release circuitry.
 The Agent Discharged LED on the Agent Release Module and Local Control Station will
illuminate when the Pressure Switch input on the Termination Board is activated.
 Activate gas-fired output.
Auto Mode
Automatic discharge is when one or two zones going into alarm initiate the agent discharge
sequence.
Single Zone Activation, the following discharge sequence is executed;
 Automatic Activation LED is illuminated on the Agent Release Module and Local Control
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 Stage 1 outputs are switched to +24VDC. (FIRE ALARM sign
illuminated, aural alarm sounds).
 Stage 2 outputs are switched to +24VDC. (FIRE ALARM, EVACUATE & DO NOT ENTER
signs illuminated, aural alarm sounds).
 Optional pre-release delay is started (Selected via FACP on-site programming).
 The delay times out and if the Interlock signal is ON, the selected circuit will activate.
 The Pressure Switch field input on the Termination Board is activated and the Agent
Discharge LED on the Agent Release Module and Local Control Station will be illuminated.
 Activate gas-fired output.
Dual Zone Activation, if the first zone goes into alarm the following steps are initiated;
 The automatic activation LED on the Agent Release Module and Local Control Station will
flash.
 Stage 1 outputs are switch to –24VDC. [FIRE ALARM sign illuminated, aural alarm sounds].
When the second zone goes into alarm, then the following steps occur;
 Automatic activation LED goes steady.
 Stage 1 outputs are switched to +24VDC. (FIRE ALARM & EVACUATE signs illuminated,
aural alarm sounds)
 Stage 2 outputs are switched to +24VDC. (DO NOT ENTER sign illuminated)
 Optional pre-release delay commences (Selected via FACP on-site programming).
 The delay times out and if the Interlock signal is on the selected circuit will activate.
 The Pressure Switch field input on the Termination Board is activated and the Agent
discharge LED on the Agent Release Module and Local Control Station will be illuminated.
 Activate gas-fired relay output.
Service Inhibit Switch
The service inhibit switch is situated on the Agent Release Module when activated causes the
following;
 Electrically isolates the activation circuitry from the agent release device.
 Operates the System Inoperative output.

Note: The service switch is NOT overridden by a manual discharge.

Lock-Off Valve
When the manual lock-off valve is operated;
 The agent is blocked from reaching the release valve.
 The lock-off valve inhibit indicator LED’s on the Agent Release Module and Local Control
Station are illuminated.
 The system inoperative output operates.
Fault Monitoring
Fault conditions are initiated by:
 The Pressure Switch monitoring circuit.
 The Low Pressure Switch monitoring circuit.
 The Lock-off Valve monitoring circuit.
 Activation circuitry.
 Stage 1 outputs. (Aural & visual discharge alarms).
 Stage 2 outputs. (Aural & visual discharge alarms).

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 A Zone Fault.
 A Fault on the interlock input.
 A Fault with a LCS.

Note #1: The common fault indicator on the Agent Release Module and Local Control Station
is illuminated for any Fault condition.

Note #2: For a pressure switch fault, low pressure switch fault, lock-off valve fault, stage 1
output fault, stage 2 output fault and interlock fault, the FACP will signal the brigade.

Note #3: When there is a fault in the activation circuit or in the trigger zones, in addition to the
above, the system inoperative output is operated.

Note #4: The FACP fault buzzer will sound for all faults.

Note #5: The FACP will report the type of fault on the LCD.
Isolation
If a trigger zone is isolated at the FACP the trigger zone isolated indicator at the Agent Release
Module and Local Control Station is illuminated, and the system inoperative output is operated.
System Inoperative Output
The system inoperative output is switched to +24VDC under the following conditions;
 Operation of the Service Switch.
 A Fault in the selected trigger circuit.
 Operation of the Lock-off valve.
 Operation of the Inhibit at an Local Control Station.
 A Fault in any of the activation zones.
 If any of the activation zones are isolated.
Manual Mechanical Release of the Agent
With agent release systems, a manual mechanical means can be provided to release the agent.
If the pressure switch is activated (indicating that the agent has been released), and the agent
release module has not activated the selected activation circuit, then the following will occur:
 Stage 1 output is switched to +24VDC and stage 1 relay is output closed
 Stage 2 output is switched to +24VDC and stage 2 relay output is closed
 Light the agent release led on the ACC and LCS’s
 Activate gas-fired relay output
Monitoring of the Pressure Switch
Due to the requirements of Manual Mechanical Release of the Agent, the pressure switch input
conveys two pieces of information:
When the pressure switch input is active, it signals that the agent has been released. The release
can be as a result of the agent release module or due to a manual mechanical release.
When the pressure switch is not active, it signals that there is a full bottle of agent available to be
discharged.
In order for the agent release module to respond to a manual mechanical release, the pressure
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11.13.1 Agent Release Module (BRD25ARB-A)
The Agent Release Module controls and monitors all the requirements for agent release and carries
the slide in label for identification of the agent and application area.
Manual Release Quiescent
Switch Current:
8mA

PCB

Keyswitch

Figure 73: Exploded View of Module and Front Panel Layout

Controlled Access
OFF

SERVICE INHIBIT
It is a requirement that control be secured from unauthorised use. A keyswitch
has therefore been included in the control process.
The FCP goes into service mode when the keyswitch is switched to SERVICE INHIBIT. This results
in the selected agent activation circuit being electrically isolated and a Common Isolate condition
being indicated at the FACP. This condition can also confirmed through the Status Menu. To remove
the key it is necessary for the switch to be in the OFF position.
SELECT

AGENT
Pressing Select toggles the selection of either the Main or Reserve release agent. Selection
is indicated by the Main and Reserve Agent LED’s
I
A N
G H
E I
N B
T I
T
If activated the Manual Release will commence the discharge sequence of the selected
agent and an alarm condition is initiated. Progress of the release can be monitored through the
Status Menu. To prevent accidental operation this switch has a hinged clear plastic cover that has to
be raised to access the switch.
Agent Release Module PCB Layout

RS485
CN6 CN7 &
Manual Automatic Agent +/- 27v
TP9

Activation Activation Discharged Out

Lock Off Local Control Agent Address
Valve Inhibit RS485
Panel Inhibit Circuit Fault & Switch
Agent Low Trigger Zone Common +/- 27v
ON
1 2 3 4

Pressure Isolated K1
Fault In
Interlock Initial Agent Reserve Termination
Agent Link
SW2

CN8 CN2
Select

Manual Release Key Switch

Figure 74: Module PCB Layout Front and Rear

The PCB is fitted with two 2 x RJ45 connectors CN6 & 7 for power (27VDC) and communications
(RS485) for communications between the Agent Release Module and the FACP Main Control Board.
Quiescent Current: 28.5mA

Note: If the keyswitch is not used CN2 will carry a link so as to enable the panel.
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11.13.2 Local Control Station (BRD25ARB-B)
The Local Control Station (LCS) is supplied fitted into an IP40 rated enclosure and has the same
indicators and Manual Release switch as the Agent Release Module within the Fire Alarm Control
Panel (FACP) but no Agent Select button or Service Inhibit keyswitch.
The Comms line is RS485 and is cabled to the Agent Termination Board.
The Interlock is a monitored input with 10KΩ EOL. This input is used to determine if air conditioning
dampers and doors are closed but can be defaulted to the “ON” condition by terminating the input
with a 2K2Ω EOL.
Double action switching is achieved by way of protective lift up covers seen here and manual
operation of the MCP or Inhibit switch.
To ensure correct operation and prevent accidental release of the agent these covers should not be
disabled for any reason

Figure 75: Local Control Station

ENCLOSURE

CONTROL
PANEL

SURROUND

MCP

STANDOFFS KNOCKOUTS BACK

TOP AND SIDES

8 X ENCLOSURE MOUNTING HOLES

Figure 76: Local Control Station Layout

LCS Operation & Controls

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Lifting the cover and pressing the MCP starts the manual agent release
sequence. This two action safety feature prevents any accidental operation of
the control and should not be disabled.
Agent Release / LCS Indicators
There are 12 indicators on both the Agent Release Module and Local Control Station. They are;
MANUAL
ACTIVATION (Red) Illuminated when a manual release sequence has commenced. A Manual
release sequence can only be started by activating the manual release at the FACP or LCS.
The indicator is extinguished by activating RESET on the FACP.
AUTOMATIC
ACTIVATION (Red) Illuminated when an automatic release sequence has commenced. This
occurs when the selected zone(s) on the FACP have gone into alarm. For dual zones, the indicator
should flash when the first zone goes into alarm, and steady when the second zone goes into alarm.
Indicator is extinguished by activating RESET on the FACP.
AGENT
DISCHARGED (Blue) Illuminated when the pressure switch indicates the agent has been
released. If there is no pressure switch fitted, the indicator shall be illuminated immediately the agent
release signal is activated (Selected via FACP on-site programming – refer to relevant FACP
Manual)
The indicator is extinguished by activating RESET on the FACP.
LOCK OFF
VALVE INHIBITED (Yellow) Illuminated when the lock-off valve has been activated.
STAGE 2
TIMER RUNNING (Yellow) Illuminated when the pre-discharge delay timer is running.
The indicator is extinguished by activating the RESET control on the FACP.
AGENT CIRCUIT
FAULT (Yellow) Illuminated when there is a fault on the monitored Main or Reserve
activation circuits e.g. S/C or O/C.
AGENT LOW
PRESSURE (Yellow) Illuminated when the low pressure switch is activated. This indicates a
leakage at the agent cylinder. The low pressure switch is a separate switch.
TRIGGER ZONE
ISOLATED (Yellow) Illuminated when any of the programmed trigger zones on the FACP
are isolated.
COMMON FAULT
(Yellow) Illuminated under the following fault conditions;
 pressure switch monitoring fault,
 low pressure switch monitoring fault,
 lock-off valve monitoring fault,
 activation circuit fault,
 stage 1 output fault,
 stage 2 output fault,
 LCS fault (missing or extra),
 trigger zone(s) fault,
 low agent pressure and interlock fault.
INTERLOCK
(Yellow) Illuminated when the interlock input (e.g. from dampers, doors etc) is
off during the discharge sequence – meaning the dampers, doors etc are not closed as they should
be or a fault exists. The “Interlock” is overridden after 10 seconds and the agent is released

Note: The Interlock is a Monitored Input and can be defaulted to the ON position by terminating
the input (TB2 7 & 8) into a 2K2 resistor.

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INITIAL AGENT
(Yellow) Illuminated when the “Initial“Agent is selected.

RESERVE AGENT
(Yellow) Illuminated when the “Reserve “Agent is selected.
Local Control Panel Inhibit

TO INHIBIT AUTOMATIC AGENT RELEASE

LIFT COVER AND PRESS BUTTON

The agent inhibit switch has an internal lamp fitted with yellow lens. Illuminated when the inhibit is
activated at the FACP or any of the LCS’s.
Buzzer (located at the FACP)
The Buzzer sounds;
 Under all fault conditions and can be silenced by using the appropriate FACP buzzer silence
control.
 When the LCS Inhibit control is activated – after 8 hours – treated as an isolate condition.
 When the service inhibit is activated - after 8 hours – treated as an isolate condition
Connecting the LCS to the Agent Termination Board
ISOLATE THE AGENT
Check the FACP is functioning correctly then power down
Connect the LCS to the Agent Termination Board within the Fire Alarm Control Panel and Interlock
as shown below. If applicable take into consideration warning signs at this point
Insert the link LK1 onto the last LCS in the chain. If un-used place the link onto one of the LK1 pins
Set the address of the LCS,
Power up the system and program the FACP for the addition of the LCS
Check the FACP is functioning correctly and test
De-isolate the Agent
Caution - TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL AGENT RELEASE DO NOT DE-ISOLATE THE AGENT
UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES UNTIL THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE IS FUNCTIONING
CORRECTLY

CN5

EOL
TERMINATOR
LINK JTAG
ON
1 2 3 4

ONLY USED ON THE LAST

LCS ON THE COMMS BUS
LK1 BRD25ARB5-

Address 2
Switch
Set to 1 SW2
ON
ON

1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

1
LK2 2
+ INHIBIT 3
Local Control Station T1 CN1
SWITCH MON.
DISABLE
4

MANUAL HOLD/
AGENT
3
INHIBIT
ON
1 2 3 4

MANUAL RS 485 IN RS 485 OUT INTER- 4

+ - + LOCK -
+24V 0 V +24V 0 V RELEASE
-
COM COM
+

TB1 TB4 TB2

+
-

+27VDC OUT
SCRN

+27VDC IN FROM
TERMINATION BRD. TO NEXT LCS INTER
SIG

10K 2K2
SIG

LOCK
EOL
10K INSERT A 2K2 ACROSS
EOL THE 10K EOL TO
DEFAULT TO "ON"
Agent Termination Board TB1
within the FACP
+ 27V 0 V RS 485 COMMS BUS

Figure 77: PCB Layout & Cabling Details

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11.13.3 Agent Release Termination Board (BRD25ATB)
+ - Outputs are Monitored
Monitored GAS SYST.
LCS CABLE INPUTS FIRED INOP. STAGE1 STAGE2 RELEASE
0VDC SIG+ + L.PSW- MAIN RESV
+24VDC SCRN SIG- + PSW - + LOCK- N/0 COM + - + - N/0 COM + - N/0 COM + - + -
RS485 Control TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB7
In From CN2 of
Previous Board NO NO NO
NC NO NC NO NC NO NC NO
or CN21 of the C
/// ///

NC
///

NC
///

NC
Contact Contact Contact Contact
Main Control N U1 Rating Rating Rating Rating
1A & 24V 1A & 24V COMM 1A & 24V COMM 1A & 24V
Board 1 C C
RL4 C C
COMM
RL7
RL1 RL2 -L +L RL5 -L +L RL3 +L
RL6 -L

RS485 Control U3
U4 U2

Out to Next C EOL

Q2

Board or Link 1 N Termination U5 U10

EOL is Applied 2 LK1 X1

Address Setting
27V In CN3 CN4 ON
CN5

27V to 1 2 3 4 U9 U7

Next Board SW1

Figure 78: Agent Termination Board PCB Layout

The Agent Termination Board interfaces to;
1. The FACP via CN1, CN2 continuing the RS485 communications bus if required. LK1 is
inserted if this is the last backpan board on the bus.
2. LCS’s (up to 4) via TB1. LK1 is inserted in the last board in the RS485 Bus
3. Monitored Inputs: via TB2. (EOL Resistance 22K, Series Resistance 4K7)
 Pressure Switch (PSW) agent released
 Low Pressure Switch (LPSW) agent storage cylinder pressure has dropped to a pre-
determined level; and
 Interlock, the manual lock-off valve has been operated.
4. Gas Fired: Output via RL2 N/O contacts rated at 1A @ 24VDC wired to TB3. Used to
indicate to other monitoring devices the agent has been released.
5. System Inoperative: via RL1 N/O contacts rated at 1A @ 24VDC wired to TB4. Used to warn
by way of signage / audible alarm and/or monitoring that the system is inoperative.
6. Stage 1: Output; initiates the visual and audible Fire Alarm and Evacuate warnings.
 Monitored; via RL4 C/O contacts wired to TB5 1 & 2 (EOL required 10K) and
 Un-monitored; via RL5 N/O contacts wired to TB5 3 & 4.
7. Stage 2: output; initiates the visual and audible Fire Alarm and Do No Enter warnings
 Monitored; via RL6 C/O contacts wired to TB6 1 &2; (EOL required is 10K) and
 Un-monitored; via RL3 N/O contacts wired to TB6 3 & 4
8. Release: Main actuating circuit, monitored (10KΩ EOL required) via TB7 1 & 2 (2A current
limited),
9. Release: Reserve actuating circuit, monitored (10KΩ EOL required) via TB7 3 & 4 (2A
current limited)
Metron Igniters (max of 10 – a series 2watt 18 resister must be added to the circuit)
Solenoid valve (max current of 2 amps & 27VDC)

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11.13.4 Interface Wiring
Monitored Inputs TB2 1 & 2
Solenoid & Metron
This input relies on N/O or N/C relay contacts used in conjunction with 22K EOL and 4K7 series
resistors. The type of agent release mechanism and contacts used has to be set in the Programming
Menu for the input to function as per the manufacturers specifications and be in accordance with the
relevant Standard.
Note: The PSW, LPSW & the Interlock Mechanisms are all
mounted onto the top of the cylinder containing the Agent
Agent
10K EOL Distribution 22K EOL
4K7
To TB7 22K
Solenoid MAIN or EOL 4K7
RESERVE 22K EOL
+ - + - Release
TB7
Termination 4K7
MAIN RESV Board
+ - + - + -
MAIN / RESERVE Agent
RELEASE
PSW LPSW LOCK

Figure 79: Solenoid, Metron PSW, LPSW and “LOCK” Wiring

LPSW & Lock

These inputs are also monitored and should be wired as shown above
RL2A TB3 1
To Monitoring
* Interface / Device
= MOV 2
* 35V *
0V

Figure 80 Gas Fired Wiring

TB4 1 +
RL1A To Sys
System Inoperative

Inop Mon
+27V Current
Limited to1A 0V 2
-

Figure 81: System Inoperative Wiring

As can be seen from above the;

Gas Fired Output can be wired to any interfacing or 1A monitoring circuit that requires a closed relay
contact to indicate a change of state. This could be a relay or a solid state device.
System Inoperative Outputs 27V @ 1A to supply interfacing, signage and aural alarms to indicate
the system has been taken out of service or has developed a fault.
Stage 1, Stage 2
TB5 / 6
Stage 1 or Stage 2
+ve 1 +(-)
RL4A RL6A 10K
-ve * 2
1 or 2 Way
Signage

RL4B RL6B EOL

-(+)
3
RL5A RL3A
To audible / visual
* 4 device or interface
*
The above circuitry applies to both * = MOV
35V
TB5 ( Stage 1 ) and TB6 ( Stage 2 ) 0V TB5 = Stage 1
TB6 = Stage 2
Termination Board Relays

Figure 82: Stage 1 and 2 Wiring

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11.14 Warning Signs
Description
The warning signs are driven by a 2 wire system and may be configured for single or dual stage
operation.
An on-board buzzer provides an audible warning which may be disabled by removing JP3.
External evacuation devices, e.g. sounders may be connected to TB3 of the input termination board.
An external mute push-button (N/O contacts) may also be connected to Term 3 on the warning sign
PCB to enable the user to silence the internal buzzer and evacuation device. Inserting JP4 disables
this function.
Enclosures
The IP50 is a metal enclosure. The facia surround is fitted by removing the screw on the left hand
side of the enclosure and pulling it away to the left. The facia sign is fitted in place and the tabs bent
over to hold it in place. Two holes in the backpan of the chassis allow for mounting.
The IP65 ABS enclosure has 10 screws, tightened evenly but not over tightened, hold the facia in
place. 4 holes in the backpan allow for mounting.
Specifications:
Operational Voltage 27VDC
At 24VDC 55mA Stage 1
Power Consumption Continuous
At 24VDC 140mA Stage 2 (100mA Muted)
IP50 190mm (H) x 315mm (W) x 73mm (D)
IP Ratings
IP65 200mm (H) x 295mm (W) x 65mm (D)
-10˚C to +55˚C Dry heat
Environmental
+40˚C @ 0 to 93% Relative Humidity
Installation
 Remove the backpan from the enclosure to ensure it is not damaged while mounting the
enclosure.
 Bring the cabling into the enclosure by removing the knockouts most appropriate for the
installation.
 Mount the enclosure, remount the back pan, set the configuration and then cable as per the
following diagram.
 ENSURE THE AGENT IS ISOLATED and test from the Agent Release Module.
Cabling
Term 3 (Buzzer Mute)
BUZZER MUTE Normally Open (N/O) Push Button Switch (Optional)
INPUT
Term 4 ( Single pair polarity reversing / 2 Stage Input )
Stage 1 0V – 24VDC
Stage 2 24VDC – 0V

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Configuration – Jumper Settings
JP 1 (Continuous / Flashing) JP 2 (Single / Dual Stage)
LED's Permanently Full sign on for Stage
1-2 Continuous 1-2 Single Stage
ON 1&2
2-3 Flashing LED's flashing at 2-3 Dual Stage Half sign on for Stage 1
(DEFAULT) 1.5Hz (DEFAULT) Full sign on for Stage 2
JP 3 (Enable Buzzer) JP 4 (Disable External Mute)
1-2 ENABLE BUZZER Buzzer activates for 1-2 EXTERNAL MUTE Disable external mute
(DEFAULT) both Stage 1 & 2 (DEFAULT) for internal Buzzer
JP 5 ( Enable External Evacuation Device )
[not used]
External evacuation
1-2 Enable External
device will activate
Evacuation
on Stage 1 & 2
with the tone
DEVICE (DEFAULT) dependent on the
input polarity

WARNING SIGN TERMINATION BRD

TB3
+
VANTAGE C OM+ TB1
2 WIRE INPUT FROM AGENT TERMINATION BOARD
IN

- BACKPAN RETAINING
SOUNDER STG1

(MAX 1) STG2
+ 10K TO NEXT WARNING SIGN IF USED SCREWS IN EACH CORNER
OUT

BRD 42WTB2- A - FIT 10K EOL TO LAST SIGN (MAX 6) BUZZER MUTE
CN1/2 TB2

TERM TERM TERM TERM

TERM
TERM 5 4 6 2 1
3
TP1 + INPUT INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT
LEVEL 1

- +
LEVEL 2

SO UNDER
EXTERNAL
- +
LEVEL 1
COM +

LEVEL 2

COM +

MUTE
BUZZER
TONE 1 TONE 1
GND + - + -
TONE 2 TONE 2
USED
NOT

TP10

ROW NOT USED TO N/O MUTE SWITCH

TP11

JP"X"
TP12

ROW NOT USED 1 2 3

TP13
JUMPER
NUMBERING

TP7

TP8
ROW NOT USED

TP9

JP4
JP2 JP1 JP5 JP3
BUZZER
EXT-MUTE
DISABLE
FLASHING
SINGLE LEVEL

CONTINUOUS
DUAL LEVEL

TP14
(NOT USED)
SOUNDER
ENABLE

BUZZER
ENABLE

GND

UNSCREW THE 4 SLOTTED

WARNING SIGN PCB SCREWS TO REMOVE PCB

Figure 83: Warning Sign PCB Layout and Cabling

6. (+) POS
TB3 TO NEXT WARNING SIGN IF
5. (+) POS
C OM+ TB1
+ MULTIPLE SIGNS ARE USED
IN

FIT 10K EOL TO LAST

4. (-) ALERT
STG1
- SIGN ON CHAIN
3. (-) ALERT
+
10K

STG2
OUT

2. (-) EVAC BRD 42WTB2- A

TB2 -
1. (-) EVAC
BRD 42WTB1-A CN1 CN2 10K

SYST. MAIN RESV

VANTAGE SOUNDER TERM 4
+ - + - N/0 C O M + - N/0 C O M + - + -
( ORDER CODE 205-0062 )

WARNING INOP + - Outputs are Monitored

INPUT
SIGN TB4 TB5 TB6 TB7
- +
( MAXIMUM TONE 1 STAGE1 STAGE2 RELEASE
NOTE: THE WARNING SIGN OF 6 IN
TERMINATION BRD IS MOUNTED TOTAL ) + -
ON THE INSIDE BACK PLATE AGENT TERMINATION BOARD
TONE 2
OF THE WARNING SIGN

Figure 84: 2 Wire Cabling from the Agent Termination Board to the Warning Sign/s & Evacuation Device/s

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11.15 Occupant Warning Systems
The EV20, EV40, EV60 and EV120 are compact single zone occupant warning devices that when
triggered produce Alert and Evacuation signals to meet the requirements of AS1670.1.
EV20
At the heart of an EV20 single zone occupant warning system is a microprocessor that generates the
alert and evacuation signals, controls timing and the input / output.
If an FACP warning system input is received when the rotary switch is in the AUTO position the
EV20 will begin to output the “Alert” signal for a duration determined by the setting of the 4 way DIL
switch SW1. The set duration is termed the changeover timeout and ranges from 0 seconds to a
maximum of 300 seconds. If the time out is set to 0 seconds then the alert signal is bypassed and
the evacuation signal commences immediately. The operator can manually stop the sequence by
turning the rotary switch to the ISOLATE position.
IC4 performs the task of an audio amplifier with TX1 providing the impedance matching to a 100 volt
speaker line. The alert and evacuation signal output Stages are set by adjusting RV1 and RV2
respectively.
Short or open circuit speaker faults are detected by the fault monitoring circuitry and will result in the
illumination of the FAULT indicator mounted on the front panel control module.
Public Address
A microphone and pre-amplifier (Order Code 222-0007) is used to provide the public address
capabilities.
EV20 Verbal EVAC only Messaging
An optional verbal messaging PCB (Order Code 222-0026) is available and is mounted directly onto
the main board.
EV40
At the heart of an EV40 single zone occupant warning system is a microprocessor that generates the
alert and evacuation signals, controls timing and the input / output.
If an FACP warning system input is received when the rotary switch is in the AUTO position the
EV40 will begin to output the “Alert” signal for a duration determined by the setting of the 4 way DIL
switch. The set duration is termed the changeover timeout and ranges from 0 seconds to a
maximum of 540 seconds. If the time out is set to 0 seconds then the alert signal is bypassed and
the evacuation signal commences immediately. The operator can manually stop the signal sequence
by turning the rotary switch to the ISOLATE position.
The Amplifier provides 40watts of audio output at 8 ohms which feeds TX1 to provide the impedance
matching to a 100 volt speaker line. The “ALERT” and “EVAC” Stage controls adjust the output
Stage of each set of signals.
Short or open circuit speaker faults are detected by the fault monitoring circuitry and will result in the
illumination of the FAULT indicator mounted on the front panel control module and “SPEAKER
SHORT” (red) or “SPEAKER OPEN” (yellow) LED’s on the main board.
Public Address
A microphone (Order Code 294-0001) is used to provide the public address capabilities.
EV40 Verbal Messaging
An optional verbal messaging PCB (Order Code 222-0013) is available and is mounted directly onto
the main board.
EV20 / 40 Verbal Message
Standard message for Alert / Evacuation – “Emergency Evacuate Now”

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Control Module
When the control switch is in;
AUTOMATIC - occupant warning signals and if applicable verbal messaging is under the control of
the microprocessor and outputted to the speaker system when it receives a “warning system” signal
from the FACP.
ISOLATE – the occupant warning system is isolated from the FACP “warning system” signal and
even if the signal is present there will be no output.
PUBLIC ADDRESS – the occupant warning system can be used locally as a PA system.

Note: Tones are isolated while in PA

MANUAL EVACUATION – the occupant warning signal/s will be transmitted over the system.
Indicators
LINE FAULT (Yellow) In the event of an open or short circuit speaker line the LINE FAULT
indicator (yellow) will be illuminated
ISOLATED (Yellow) the LED will be illuminated (yellow) when the warning system is isolated
EV20 Cabling
EV20 222-0008
TB2
TB2
+27V 3 TB2 EV20

47K
2 4
COMMON 4 1 OUTPUT
3
TB5 TB1
WARNING 2 2 - 47K IS PLACED ACROSS LAST
SYSTEM SPEAKER ON THE CIRCUIT
1 1+

PSU CN1
BRIGADE 5
MONITOR EV20 CONTROL MIC PRE-AMP
EVACUATION 4
BOARD SYSTEM TB1 1
RED 1 1 CN1 2
PINK 2 1 3
COMMON 3 BLACK 3 CN3 CN1 2
ISOLATE 2 GREEN 4 3
MANUAL EVAC 1 ORANGE 5 3 1
IF THE PA OPTION IS NOT 2
CN3 CN2 3 +27V
USED INSERT LINK ACROSS GND 3
PINS 1 & 2 OF CN3 3 CN2 4
OUT 2 5
302-604A IN 1 302-718 302-475

Figure 85: Typical EV20 & PA Wiring

Note: “WARNING SYSTEM” is a monitored O/P. The EOL is on board the EV20 and is
effectively made to be O/C (at TB1) during an EV20 fault condition. This produces the fault condition
at the FACP.

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TB1

O/P
TX2

O /P E T H O /P
OCCUPANT WARNING SYSTEM Shield
TX1

O/P
RV1 Signal

API-475/2
TB1 *

+
(Red)

LED1
LINE FAULT

+
AUTOMATIC CN1 +
D090 PHILIPS

ISOLATED

+
- + + -

2 Core Audio
PUBLIC ADDRESS
CN3

+27V Pin 2
MANUAL EVACUATION Shield CN2

0V Pin1
MIC I/P

FRONT PUBLIC ADDRESS

PANEL PRE-AMP
2 CORE AUDIO TERMINATED ONE END
RL1
LINE FAULT SHEILD WITH 3 WAY PANDUIT CONNECTOR

CN3 CN2 CN1

1
4 5
6
ISOLATE
3 7 1
B
261-0005 CABLE ASSEMBLEY
8
API-718

2
A 2 CORE AUDIO FITTED WITH
1 C 9
12
3 WAY PANDUIT CONNECTORS

Shield Pin 3
10

Signal Pin 1
Signal Pin 2
11
1
SW1

FRONT PANEL PCB 5 WAY PANDUIT NOTE: IF THE P.A. OPTION

EVAC/ALERT IS NOT FITTED. FIT LINK ACROSS
CONTROL CN3 PINS 1(IN) AND PIN 2(OUT)

RES1093 AUDIO +

GND
OUT
F1 1A
47K

IN
CN1
FACP CONNECTIONS

VOICE
TO N E
CTRL
+27 CN3

2030
TDA
O/P

VDC RV1 RV2

4
C6

C14
RED .75mm (500mm) +27V TONE VOICE
3 4

D C- D C +

C5

VOLUME VOLUME
C2

U3

BLACK .75mm (500mm) -0V + + + +

+ + +
TB2 FireFinder +
1 2 3 4
C O M TIMER

SW1

WARNING BRIGADE
ON

TO VERBAL MESSAGE
SYSTEM PSU MON BOARD

FAULT
( MONITORED )
- BOARD D4
EV

-
2 1

GREY .22mm (500mm)

+

WHITE .22mm (500mm) + CN2

+ IN -

3
TB5
BRD42ETG-01

TB1
AMPAC

TX1
ON EXAMPLE OF

+
SETTING - 30SECS
( FACTORY SETTING "0" )
AND I/P SET TO
PLAY

1 2 3 4 NON-LATCHING 5 WAY CABLE - MESSAGE

SW1 TIME CONTROL 260-0027
OUT TABLE AMPAC
S T D MSG3
EVACMESSAGE
SW 1 2 3 4
OPTIONAL VERBAL
REC

0 ( EVAC ONLY ) LATCHING

MESSAGE BOARD
30 ORDER No 222-0013
NON-LATCHING
S
60 E SW1/4 MUST BE SET
C TO NON-LATCHING. VERBAL MESSAGE BOARD IS
120 O
MOUNTED ON STANDOFFS
N
180 D ONTO THE MAIN BOARD IN THE
S POSITION INDICATED ABOVE
240

300

ALERT ONLY NO CHANGE OVER

Figure 86: EV20 Wiring to Control Module, FACP Cabling and Time Out Table

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EV40 Cabling

8 OHM NOTE 1: "WARNING SYSTEM" IS A MONITORED FACP O/P. THE EOL

IS ONBOARD THE EV40 AND IS EFFECTIVELY MADE TO BE O/C
SPARE
o

o
o o o o

o o o o JUMPERS (AT TB1) DURING AN EV40 FAULT CONDITION. THIS PRODUCES

EVACTRON THE FAULT INDICATION AT THE FACP
40W LINE
EV40 TRANSFORMER
AMP2
TB4
100V IN NOTE 2: IF NO SPEAKER MONITORING IS REQUIRED
A B
100V IN R ED PLACE A 22K RESISTOR ACROSS TB4
22K TERMINALS 1 & 2 TO DISABLE OPEN CIRCUIT LED
MONITORED SPK OUT

TB5 MONITORED SPK OUT

AMP1
FUSE OCCUPANT WARNING SYSTEM
3A

+ 27VDC IN
SPEAKER SHORT (RED) - 27VDC IN
CCT FLT
TB3 LINE FAULT
FAULT
AL RELAY AUTOMATIC
FAULT PINK ISOLATED
PA1 SPEAKER OPEN COM FLT
- o o + PUBLIC ADDRESS
(YELLOW)
EV PA2 AL IND (0v SWITCH) MANUAL EVACUATION
CONT
OFF 1 2 3 4
NOCF o o
EV IND (0v SWITCH)
o
o

ON
ON M/MAN o o OUT CON (0v SWITCH)
4321 TIMER
+ 27VDC
GND
MICRO
FRONT PANEL
ALARM
MESSAGE BRD
MOUNTING SOCKETS AL
EV ORANGE o CN1
WHITE o
PLUG IN VERBAL MESSAGE BOARD AUTO
o o
o
302-718
( OPTIONAL ORDER SEPARATELY ) BLACK
TB2 GND
o o
o
PA1 o o CN2
o

302-718A
o

14/8/00
M1 o
PAU PEV o
TB1 GND o o
o

o
o
o

GREEN o
ALM M2
o
VOLUME CONTROLSP W R OU T + BLACK
o
PWR PA2 PINK
IN +P W R o CN3 STATUS CONTROL
ALERT EVAC MIC2 MIC1
TB1 - R ED

CN1 TERMINATION
-WARN
BOARD + MIC - OPTIONAL
ORDER SEPARATELY
D090 PHILIPS

MIC

TB2 FireFinder
SYSTEM POWER BLACK 0V +27VDC
BRIGADE

1 2
NOTE:
Ensure F7 PSU MON
is 3Amps
BOARD
VERBAL RED +27V
MESSAGE
WARNING SYSTEM
BOARD GREY - -
WARNING

1 2
SYSTEM
MONITORED
+
WHITE + TB5
(EOL fitted at Amplifier)

Figure 87: Typical EV40 Wiring to Control Module and FACP

SECONDS
ALERT
EVAC

480
150

210
240

420

540
300
360
120

180

270
60
30

90

TIME OUT TABLE ON OFF EVAC / ALERT = SEQUENCE GOES

4 STRAIGHT TO EVAC OR ALERT TONES
AND EXAMPLE OF
30SECS SETTING 3 ON OFF
SW 1 - 4 = ON
(FACTORY SETTING ON OFF
2
"0" SECONDS)
ON

1 ON OFF SW 1 - 4 = OFF

Figure 88: EV40 Time Out Table

Jumper settings
PEV: - PA + Evac – must be inserted when a selector switch is connected.
PAU: - PA in Auto – if inserted allows MIC 1 input (hand held microphone) to be used in “Auto” (with
no FACP alarm) and paging in “Evac” mode.
PA2 CONT: - PA2 Control – if inserted allows the PA2 input to also switch the Control Output.
M2 1milli volt: - if inserted enables a 1mV microphone input for MIC 2, not inserted enables the
input for 100mV line level (background music etc.)

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11.16 EV60 / 120
The EV60 & 120 are essentially an EV20 MPU and driver but with 60 and 120 watt output amplifiers
powered from a Current Limit Fuse Board.

Figure 89: EV60 EV120

11.17 EV3000
HLIE Interface Operation
The EV3000 Emergency Warning and Intercommunications System (EWIS) main central processing
unit communicates via a RS485 bus with a High Level Interface Expander in an FACP or Serial
Parallel Board.
A fault in the EV3000 will be indicated by the Master Control Panel which in turn initiates, via the
Common Fault Relay Board and Brigade PSU Monitor Board, a Warning System Fault indication on
the FACP.
CN17

FireFinder
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)
CH16 CN26
CH15
CN12

CN20
TB1 RS485
SERIAL
PARALLEL

CN1
D13
+ - SHD
+

C N2

HLI CONTROLLER API-422B

-

CN13 CN14 CN15 CN17

CN13
SHD

CN14
RS485
EOL
CN15

4 3 2 +
CN16
C N4

COMMS
FACP

CN11

(BRD43SPB)
C N5
SHD -

FACP
EOL
CO MMS

LK2

c
1

a b
LOOP

CN2 CN2 CN2

+ 27V

c LK3 U8
a b
- + FACP 0V
0V

CN3
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

+ 27V

A DDRESS
U15 LSB MSB
0V
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

TB3
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

ON
C N8

CN4
POWER

D7
COMMS

RN20 RN17 D6 Z DN2

CN2 C74
1 2 3 4 SW 1

TIME OUT
CN5 SELECTION
U13

BRIGADE PSU OWIS EV3000 MAIN CENTRAL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

ON
SWITCH
CN1

CN1

CN1

U14 1
MONITOR PROCESSING UNIT
CN6
U11
BOARD CN7 +

CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8

U10

CN10
CN16
TB5 1/2 (+/-) CN8
27V IN

CN21

CN8 CN6
MODEM
CN2 CN4 CN5
CN7 WARN SYS CN9
CH2

CN3 CN1 S W2
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL PRINTER CN11
CN10 RESET
COMMON FAULT RELAY BRD
EV3000 MASTER
EV3000 CONTROL PANEL
10K BRD25BPMB
Note: The common fault methodology shown here is only CN18
used in a combination EV3000 / FireFinder Panel.

Figure 90: HLI & Common Fault Cabling To & From the FACP and EV3000

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12 Brigade Devices
12.1 ASE (Vic Metro) Brigade Box
The ASE Brigade Box interfaces the Victorian Fire Brigade into the FireFinder SP series of FACP’s.

TB8 TB6 TB7 TB10 NOTE: THE BATT FAIL RELAY

ALARM FAULT ISOL BATT FAIL ON THE BRIGADE BOARD
N/0 N/C IS NORMALLY ENERGISED
BRIGADE COM N DURING NORMAL
PSU
MONITOR
OPERATION OF THE SYSTEM CN6
HENCE TB10 2/3 WILL
BRD PRESENT AN O/C TO THE I/F
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 5 6
1A

YELLOW
+ 27 VDC

BLACK
COMMON

BLUE

RED
RED

RL + 27 VDC
1

TERMINAL
BLOCK ASE
FAULT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
RL/1
CONTRACTOR
CONNECTIONS

CABLE THE BRIGADE

BOX EARTH TO THE
ASE CHASSIS EARTH IN A
BRIGADE STAR CONFIGURATION
BOX

ASE BRIGADE
BOX MOUNTING CLIP

Figure 91: ASE FACP Internal Wiring

12.2 Brigade Box (Deltec WA, SA, TAS,QLD)

The Brigade Box interfaces the Fire Brigade to the FireFinder SP series of FACP’s.

TB8 TB6 TB3 TB2

C +
ALARM FAULT ISOL
N/0 N/C
O
M
2
7 BRIGADE PSU MONITOR BRD
M V
TELEPHONE COM O D
C
CABLE IN N

1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
RED
BLACK

CONTRACTOR
CONNECTIONS
+27V
0V

NOTE:
CABLE THE BRIGADE
BRIGADE
BOX EARTH TO THE
BOX CABLING CHASSIS EARTH IN A
BRIGADE STAR CONFIGURATION
BOX

BACKPAN

Figure 92: Brigade Box FACP Internal Wiring

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13 Expanding the System through Networking
Expanding the system can be achieved in various ways and requires the use of boards specifically
designed for communications purposes and boards that actually expand the system.
13.1 Communications: Network Interface Card (BRD85NIC)
The Network Interface Board provides the RS485 communication buses via CN18 on the Main
Controller (Loop Comms) to allow the networking of multiple panels in different combinations, e.g.
from Data Gathering Panels (DGP) to Peer to Peer panels. Fitted to the NIC is the CPU IO Controller
(BRD85CPU) with NIC software to control the in out flow of communications.

To CN18
of FACP1

CN4 674 INTERFACE 4 CN3 674 INTERFACE 3 CN2 674 INTERFACE 2 CN1 674 INTERFACE 1 TB1
RL1 M1 ZD1

C2

+ -
CN5

C1
R1
RS485

ZD2
R2
L1
U1
COMMS

L2

SHD
IN
R4

ZD3
C6

L3 ZD4
U3

C5
LK1 SCN

C3
C4
R5
R7

R3
U2
TB2 LINK
R6

M2

D1
U4

C7

+ -
R8
M3 ZD5

C8
RS485

ZD6
R9

R10

C9

L4 ZD7
COMMS
C11

SHD
C10

L5
OUT
R12

ZD8
L6

ZD9
U5

C12
R11
C13

+27V 0V
M4 ZD10
R13

C14
27V
U6

TH1
C16

C15

RL2
OUT
U7

CPU

ZD11
C17
C18

TB3 R14

Note: ISOLATE ISOLATED

D4

D3

SWITCH LED
The ISOLATE Switch turns OFF the

D2
board and effectively S/C's the O/P's C19 SW1

CN6
C21
T1

C20
R15
C22
TH2
BRD85NIC2-

C23
C25
C24

C27
ZD12
D6

D5

DEBUG
U8 C28

R16
C26
N1236

R18
R17
Q1

C29
ZD13

U10 R19
L7

LK2
R20
U9

R21
R22 DEBUG
D7

TH3

C30
LINK
D8

C32
NET OUT

C31
ZD14

C34
ACTIVE

ACTIVE

ACTIVE
SW2

NET IN

CN8 CN7
TERM

C33

D9

R23

D13
C36
RESET

C35
TH4
R24
R26

R25
D12

D11

D10

ZD15 POWER

27V IN/OUT

Figure 93: Network Interface Board Layout

When FACP’s are connected to each other they form a “NETWORK“. Individual FACP’s in the
Network are referred to as NODES. The Network as defined by the limitations of the installation can
consist of a number of Nodes, the number of Nodes being dependant on the configuration of each
Node. Typically an entire Network could consist of 60 Slave CPU’s connected to loops, zones and or
input / output devices spread over several nodes. The Network is Peer to Peer with the entire system
configuration being stored at each Node. The system is then programmed so that information can be
made invisible to particular Nodes or visible to all Nodes. Likewise system commands can be global
or restricted to specific parts of the network.
The entire system can be programmed from Node 1 in the Network and is connected as a data loop
which provides redundancy should there be a single cabling fault.

 IMPORTANT
While it is important that proper documentation is kept and maintained for any installation it becomes
even more important as a system develops into the larger types described above.

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CH15
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)
CN17

CH16 PANEL 1
D13 CN20

CN13
CN14

CN15

CN11
4 3 2 CN18

1
a b
CN2 CN2 CN2

LOOP COMMS
c
a b

U15

RN20 RN17

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU
CN2

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

U13
CN1

CN1

CN1
U14 1

U11

CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8

U10

TP3
D14 CN10

CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
27V IN

C12
CN7

16 Way
CN6

R17
CN8 MODEM
TH1
CN21

CH1 CN2
CH2

CN4
CN3

CN1

16 Way
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

CN17

MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)

CH16
CH15

D13 CN20

CN13
CN14

CN15

CN11
4 3 2 CN18

c
1

1
a b
CN2 CN2 CN2

2 WIRE & SHIELD

LOOP COMMS
c
a b

CN4 CN3 CN2 CN1 TB1

+
RS422 COMMS IN

CN5
U10
U15

(302-6753)
CPU BOARD
-
RN20 RN17
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

S HD
2 WIRE & SHIELD
CN2
U11
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

TB2
+
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

-
RS422 COMMS OUT
U14
U13
S HD
CN1

CN1

CN1

1
27V OUT
U14 U13

CPU
TB3
U11
ISOLATE
SWITCH

D2
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8 SW1
U10 CN2

TP3
D14 CN10

PSU MONITOR U15

27V
CN16
BRIGADE I/F
27V IN

C12

R17
CN6
CN7
c
a b
IN/OUT
SW2

TH1
CN8 MODEM CN8 CN7
CN21

NETWORK I/F
+

CH1 CN2
CH2
R E SET

CN4

BOARD
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

CH15
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)
CN17

CH16 PANEL 2
D13 CN20

CN13
CN14

CN15

CN11
4 3 2 CN18

c
1

a b
CN2 CN2 CN2
LOOP COMMS

c
a b

U15

RN20 RN17
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

CN2
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

U13
CN1

CN1

CN1

U14 1

U11

CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8

U10

TP3
D14 CN10

CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
27V IN

C12
CN7

16 Way
CN6

R17
CN8 MODEM
TH1
CN21

CH1 CN2
CH2

CN4
CN3

CN1

16 Way
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

CN17

CH15
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA) CH16

D13 CN20

CN13
CN14

CN15

CN11
4 3 2 CN18

c
1

a b
CN2 CN2 CN2
LOOP COMMS

c
a b

CN4 CN3 CN2 CN1 TB1

+
CN5

U10
U15
(302-6753)
CPU BOARD

-
RN20 RN17
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

CN2 S HD
U11
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

TB2
+
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

U14
-
U13
S HD
CN1

CN1

CN1

1
U14 U13
27V OUT
CPU

TB3
U11
ISOLATE
SWITCH
D2

CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8 SW1

U10 CN2

TP3
D14 CN10

PSU MONITOR U15

27V
CN16
BRIGADE I/F
N1236
27V IN

C12

R17
CN6
CN7
c
a b
IN/OUT
SW2

TH1
CN8 MODEM CN8 CN7
CN21

NETWORK I/F
+

CH1 CN2
CH2
R E SET

CN4

BOARD
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

Figure 94: General Wiring of Two FACP’s on a network

Note: Maximum distances between panels = 1.2km if greater distances are required a rs422 Repeater
(black box 352a or 352a-f) is to be fitted every 1.2km after the first 1.2km.
Cable to be used = Belden 8132 or 9842 two pair shielded.

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13.2 Communications Extender Board (BRD82LTB)
The Communications Extender Board is mounted inside the FACP and provides protected RS485
communications and 27VDC to the SmartTerminal Termination Board/s and LCD/s and LED
Mimics.
CH16

+ - COM TB4 +24VDC

CN20 TB1 0V
RJ45 TO NEXT SmartTerminal
CN18
SHIELD +24V 0 V or LED MIMIC
CABLE
L2 L1
RS485 OUT
LOOP COMMS

SHIELDED COMMS CABLE

ZD3 TH1 TH2 ZD2 L6

RN20 RN17 C15 C12

BRD82LTB2
COMMUNICATIONS EXTENDER BOARD
27VDC
CN2 CN3 IN OUT

M1
M2
CN4 CN5
FACP MAIN
BOARD IN OUT TO AVAILABLE 27VDC
CONNECTOR (3 WAY)

Figure 95: Communications Extender Board PCB Layout

SHIELDED COMMS CABLE

FACP FRONT PANEL CONTROL (BRD85CTLA)
CN17
RJ45 +24VDC
CABLE
CH16
CH15

MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)

D13

CN13
CN20 SHIELD 0V
CN14

CN15

4 3 2
CN11

c
CN18

TB1
TB4
1

a b
CN2 CN2 CN2
LOOP COMMS

c
a b

+ - COM +24V 0 V
RS485 OUT POWER OUT
U15

SLAVE CPU SLAVE CPU SLAVE CPU L2 L1

(302-6692) (302-6692) (302-6692) RN20 RN17

25/11/2005
CN2

BRD82LTB2
ZD3 TH1 TH2 ZD2 L6

CPU BOARD U13

C15 C12

(BRD85CPU) COMMUNICATIONS EXTENDER BOARD

CN1

CN1

CN1

U14 1 ( ITEM NUMBER 159 - 0129 )

U11

CN2 CN3
M1
M2

U10
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8
CN4
TP3
D14 CN10

CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
CN5
27V IN

CN7

CN6

R17
CN8 MODEM
TH1
CN21

CH1 CN2
CH2

CN4
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

FACP CABINET
TO AVAILABLE 27VDC
CN3
CN1

CONNECTOR (3 WAY)
EXPANSION LEDS

RS485
OUT
RS485
IN +24V TO NEXT LCDA
MAXIMUM OF 30

VDC VDC 0V
IN OUT
TB2 TB1 TB3 TB4 TB2 TB1 TB3 TB4
+ - COM + - COM +24V 0 V +24V 0 V + - COM + - COM +24V 0V +24V 0V
POWER IN POWER OUT RS485 IN RS485 OUT POWER IN POWER OUT
CN1
CN1

TO TO
BRD82LTB2-
BRD82LTB2-

LCD
03/05/2006

LCD
03/05/2006

LK1 NOT FITTED LK1 MUST BE FITTED TO SmartTerminal 2

THE LAST BOARD ON (IF FITTED)
SmartTerminal 1 THE COMMS BUS

TERMINATION BOARD No.1 ( BRD82LTB2 ) TERMINATION BOARD No.2 ( BRD82LTB2 )

Figure 96: Connecting the SmartTerminal to the FACP

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13.3 High Level Interface Expander (BRD43SPB)
Hardware
The High Level Interface Expander consists of a serial port under the control of a microcontroller.
Communications between the FACP and this board is via the RS485 control bus with each board
having a dedicated link and selectable 4 bit address.

RS485

SHD
+ -
SERIAL
ZD1

TB1 RS485
SERIAL
PARALLEL
TH1
TH2

+ - SHD
FACP BUS
ZD2

ZD3

ETHERNET
ZD4
+

CN1 CN2 RN2

RN1
C1

R2
-

C15

CN3
C6

C10

C12
C11

R1
C13

C17
C7
C9
C8

C14
SHD

C18

L2
R6 R7 R8 R9

C20
C19
L1
R4
TP89 TP1 RS485 TP2
C16 RN3 RN4 RN5 RN6 R3

R10
EOL

R5
C30 C21
U1 C23
C22

3.3V0V

C25
C26
+ C27
0V
COMMS
CN5 CN4

U2
FACP

C24 R12
U4 U5 U3
C28 12/10/2009

C31

R13
C29 C33

R11
X1 C32 R35
SHD -

R16
FACP BRD43SPB4- U6
R14

C36
EOL C34
C35 U7 C38

R15
LK2

C37
C44

L3 R17
TB2 L4

R21
C40 R18
R19
+27V

C45 C41 R20

C51
C46 C49

C48
LK3 U8 C47
U9

C42 R22 C43

C54 C50

- + FACP 0V
L5
0V

C63
C52 C53 U10
R23

R25

C58
C59

C57
TP88 U11

C62 C56

R24
R27
C64
C65
R26

R28

5V C55
R29
+27V

ZDN1
RN7
M1 C61
C67 R30 R31 ADDRESS N1236

C68
C60

R32
TH5 + D1 C66 D2 D5 LSB MSB
0V

CN7
M2 T1
ZD5

POWER TB3 JTAG U12 R36

D3
L6
CN8

COMMS
POWER

ZD6 D4 D6 D7 ZDN2
TH6 D8 C70 U13 C71
M3

C74 1 2 3 4 SW1
C72 R33 Q1
R34 C73

Figure 97: High Level Interface Expander PCB Layout

Software
The port supports the following protocols:-
HLI – Functionality matches the FireFinder (8510/8610) panel which supports text or positive ack
protocol. Configurable attributes are: logical output, physical output, alarm output, pre-alarm output,
fault output, disable output and descriptors
SmartGraphics interface - Serial Port or RS485 Port
MODBUS interface - Serial Port or RS485 Port
EV3000 - RS485 port

EV3000 RS485
EV3000
Database PORT
INTERNAL
COMMS
FACP
PORT MAIN SmartGraphics
PROCESS MODBUS SERIAL MODBUS
Database PORT MODEM

Figure 98: Software Block Diagram

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RS 232
CN17
RS 485
CH15
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA) CH16

TB1 RS485
SERIAL
PARALLEL
D13 CN20

CN13
RJ45 + - SHD

+
CN14
CN2
CN15

4 3 2

-
SHD
CN11 CN18
RS485
EOL

c
HLI CONTROLLER

1
SmartGraphics
a b
+

CN5 CN4

COMMS
CN2 CN2 CN2

FACP
LOOP COMMS
c
a b

(BRD43SPB)

SHD -
FACP
EOL

LK2
U15

MODBUS

+27V
RN20 RN17
U8

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU
LK3
CN2 - + FACP 0V

0V
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

+27V
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

ADDRESS
LSB MSB

0V
TB3
U13

CN8

COMMS
POW ER
D6 D7 ZDN2
CN1

CN1

CN1
C74
1 2 3 4 SW1

U14 1

RS 232
U11
RJ45
U10
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8
RS 485
TP3
D14

TB1 RS485
CN10

SERIAL
PARALLEL
CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
+ - SHD
27V IN

C12

+
CN7
CN2
CN6

-
R17
CN8 MODEM

SHD
TH1
CN21

RS485
CH1 CN2
CH2
EOL

CN4
+ HLI CONTROLLER EV3000

COMMS
CN5 CN4
FACP
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

(BRD43SPB)

SHD -
FACP
EOL

LK2
HLI
CN17

+27V
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)
CH16
U8
CH15 LK3
- + FACP 0V

0V
D13 CN20

+27V
ADDRESS
LSB MSB

0V
CN13
CN14 TB3
CN15

CN8

COMMS
POW ER
D7

CN11
4 3 2 CN18
D6 ZDN2

C74
1 2 3 4 SW1

c
1

a b
CN2 CN2 CN2

RS 232
LOOP COMMS
c
a b

RJ45
RS 485
U15

RN20 RN17
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

CN2
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

TB1 RS485
SERIAL
PARALLEL
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

+ - SHD

U13

+
CN2

-
CN1

CN1

CN1

SHD
U14 1 RS485
EOL

+ HLI CONTROLLER BMS

CN5 CN4

COMMS
FACP
(BRD43SPB)

SHD -
U11
FACP
EOL

LK2
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8

Nurse Call
U10

+27V
U8
LK3
- + FACP 0V

0V
TP3
D14 CN10

+27V
CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
ADDRESS
LSB MSB

0V
27V IN

C12
CN7
TB3
CN6

CN8

COMMS
POW ER
D6 D7 ZDN2
R17
CN8 MODEM
TH1
CN21

C74
+

1 2 3 4 SW1
CH1 CN2
CH2

CN4
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

CN17

CH15
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA) CH16

SmartTerminal
D13 CN20

CN13
CN14

CN15
RJ45
CN11
4 3 2 CN18

c
1

a b

TB4
CN2 CN2 CN2

TB1
LOOP COMMS

c
a b
+ - C OM + 24V 0 V
RS485 OUT POWER OUT
U15

COMMUNICATIONS

BRD82LTB2
RN20 RN17
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

CN2

EXTENDER BOARD
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

U13
CN2 CN3
CN4
CN1

CN1

CN1

U14 1
CN5
Ancilliary Module
U11
(Agent Release Module,
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8
Fire Fan Module,
U10

TP3
RJ45 8 Way Switch Indicator)
D14 CN10

CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
27V IN

C12

16 Way
CN7

CN6

R17
CN8 MODEM
TH1
CN21

CH1 CN2
CH2

16 Way
CN4
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

16 Way
CN17

MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)

CH16
CH15

D13 CN20

CN13
CN14

CN15
16 Way
CN11
4 3 2 CN18

c
1

a b
CN2 CN2 CN2
CN4 CN3 CN2 CN1 TB1
2 WIRE & SHIELD
LOOP COMMS

c
a b
CN5

U15
RS422 COMMS IN
RN20 RN17
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

CN2
TB2
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

2 WIRE & SHIELD

(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

U13
NETWORK RS422 COMMS OUT
INTERFACE
27V OUT
CN1

CN1

CN1

1
BOARD
CPU

U14

TB3
ISOLATE
U11 SWITCH
D2

SW1
CN6

CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8

U10
D E B UG

TP3
D14
N1236

CN10

CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
27V IN

C12
NET OUT

CN7
ACTIVE

ACTIVE

ACTIVE
NET IN
SW2

CN8 CN7
T E RM

CN6

R17
CN8 MODEM
RESET

TH1
CN21

CH1 CN2
CH2

CN4
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

27V IN/OUT

Figure 99: Example of Networking Configurations

Note: Maximum distances between panels = 1.2km if greater distances are required a rs422
Repeater (black box 352a or 352a-f) is to be fitted every 1.2km after the first 1.2km.
Cable to be used = Belden 8132 or 9842 two pair shielded.

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13.4 Expansion Board (302-688)
The Expansion Connection Board is used to increase the capacity of the controller from 4 Slave
CPU’s to 8. Connection from the Controller to the Expansion Board, which must be mounted within
200mm of the Controller, is made via a 20 way flat cable Slave CPU number 5 is an integral part of
the Expansion Board, only Slave CPU’s 6, 7 and 8 are plug ins.
Connections
CN1 To Main Connection Board
CN2 Slave CPU 2
CN3 Slave CPU 3
CN4 Slave CPU 4
CN5 On board Slave CPU

To CN2 of the CN2 CN3 CN4

Main Controller
Slave CPU Slave CPU Slave CPU
CN1
C2
U1 U2
RN1 U3 6 7 8
C3
Slave CPU's 6,7,& 8 all mount onto
+

C1 C4
U4
the Expansion Board in the same way
X1 R1
as they do to the Main Controller
C5

C6
D2 D1
RN2
TP2
TP1 C7
U8 C8
U5 U6 U7

CN5
U9
C9
Slave CPU 5

RN3 C10
C11
RN4 C12
C15

C13 L1
RN5 C14
C17
C16 U10
C19 R3 Note: Slave CPU 5 is incorporated
C18
C20
C21
C23
R2 D3 on the Expansion Borad
C22 C25
C24
C26 C29
C27 U11 U12
C28
302 - 6880 JUN 98

Figure 100: Board Overlay

13.5 Expansion Controller (159-0077)

An Expansion Controller (Fast Fit Kit Number 159-0077) can be described as a Main Controller
without a Front Panel. A maximum of 3 can be introduced into any one Node that is into any one
FACP and require a Network Interface Cards in order to communicate with the Main Board /
Controller.
Connecting Controllers together (Networking within the same cabinet) expands the system beyond 8
Slave CPU’s, that is the Main Board plus an Expansion Board.
Networking in this way enables the connection of up to 4 Expansion Controllers within the same
FACP cabinet. This requires the use of NIC’s but offers the added advantage that the RS422
communication bus is internal and all Controllers are physically and logically located at the same
Node. It is now possible to Network up to 32 Slave CPU’s in one cabinet with each Slave CPU
connected to an Addressable Loop, 16 Conventional Zone Board or Digital I/O Board. With this
configuration only one Controller has a Front Panel Board.
Once the system has been expanded to this degree it is obviously quite large and some form of
indication at a point remote from the FACP may become necessary. This is achieved with the use of
a Communications Extender Board for SmartTerminal’s and/or LED Mimic. Adding a High Level
Interface Expander to the Communications Extender Board allows for the addition of HLI, EV3000,
Remote Serial Printer or SmartGraphics facilities.

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14 SmartTerminal
SmartTerminal connects to the FireFinder Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) via the RS485
multidrop communication port. Generally it is designed to be used anywhere where the status of the
FACP is required to be monitored by local personnel and limited control is required.
 Have front panel controls that allow the resetting of alarms and activation/silencing of alarm
devices. Enabling operational access to the controls is via a key-switch;
 Reports events from devices that are accessible to the host FACP. For example if the host
FACP is configured with global access then the connected SmartTerminal reports events
from all devices. If the host FACP is configured as local then the connected SmartTerminal
reports events from devices that are directly connected to the host FACP.
SmartTerminal complies with AS4428 /NZS4512 and designed for use with the FireFinder series of
FACP’s.
 4 line by 40 character LCD with backlight and navigation keys   keys allow the
SmartTerminal to be used for FACP operation and interrogation. Note the backlight is only
energised when alarms are present, a key has been pressed or controls enable key switch is
enabled
 Buzzer and system Reset.
 System expansion capabilities / options:
 A wide range of secure user functions. This includes the ability to isolate / de-isolate a large
number of system functions.
 Flush or surface mountable enclosure.
 Controls have tactile and audible feedback of operation.
 All terminals cater for 2.5mm cables.
14.1 SmartTerminal Controls and Indicators
All controls, except for the Enable / Disable keyswitch, are of a momentary push button style.

Figure 101: SmartTerminal Front Panel Layout

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Controls & Indicators

EXTERNAL
BELL

ISOLATE
(Yellow) Illuminated when the External Bell output has been isolated either at the
SmartTerminal or the FACP.
External Bell Isolate
Press to isolate the External Bell output (associated LED illuminated).
Press again to re-enable the output (associated LED extinguished).
Active at access level 2.

WARNING
SYSTEM

ISOLATE
(Yellow) Illuminated when the Warning System output has been isolated either at the
SmartTerminal or the FACP.
Warning System Isolate
Press to isolate the Warning System output (associated LED illuminated).
Press again to re-enable the output (associated LED extinguished).
Active at access level 2 only.

PREVIOUS

Primary Function
Press to display the previously displayed LCD screen
Secondary Function
Set SmartTerminal address – A – (minus) decrement number
Active at access level 1 and 2

NEXT

Primary Function
Press to display the next displayed LCD entry
Secondary Function
Set SmartTerminal address – A + (plus) increment number
Active at access level 1 and 2

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ALARM

ACK
(Red) General fire alarm indicator. The LED will flash until all alarms
have been acknowledged. Once Acknowledged the LED will remain steady until all alarms have
been cleared by Reset.
Acknowledge
Acknowledges the alarm condition of the sensor or conventional zone that is currently displayed on
the LCD.
If the key is held down for 3 seconds a lamp test is initiated. The Lamp Test illuminates all indicators,
segments on the LCD and momentarily sounds the buzzer
Active at access level 1 and 2.

FAULT

RESET
(Yellow) Indicator is illuminated when there is one or more faults on the system. Faults
can be;
 Devices – missing, out of calibration, wrong type, reporting an internal error
 Loops – short circuit or open circuit
 Monitored inputs and outputs on loop devices
 Sounders – missing, wrong type or reporting an internal error
 Modules within the panel – missing, wrong type or hardware error
 Main and secondary supplies
Reset
Resets the acknowledged alarm condition of the sensor or conventional zone currently displayed on
the LCD
Active at access level 2 only.

ISOLATED

ISOLATE
(Yellow) Indicator is illuminated when one or more device/s or conventional zones are
isolated either at the SmartTerminal or the FACP.
Isolate
Isolates (or de-isolates) the sensor or conventional zone currently displayed on the LCD
Active at access level 2 only

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Key Switch Controls enable key switch. = OFF, = ON

Access level 1 (OFF) By Default. Only the Acknowledge, previous and next front panel controls are
operative. All other controls operate in access level two.
Access level 2 (ON) is entered when the key-switch is in the ENABLED position.
Buzzer
The Buzzer is activated under the following conditions and can be silenced by pressing the
Acknowledge (ACK) control locally or on the FACP.
 Alarm condition
 Devices – missing, out of calibration, wrong type, reporting an internal error
 Loops – short circuit or open circuit
 Monitored inputs and outputs on loop devices are in fault
 Sounders – missing, wrong type or reporting an internal error
 Modules within the panel – missing, wrong type or hardware error
 Main and / or secondary power supply fault
POWER
(Green) Illuminated to show the presence of power. Flashes when mains
has failed
POWER FAULT
(Yellow) Illuminated when there is a fault with the power supply. Fault can
be no mains, high charger voltage, low battery voltage or missing/damaged battery
SYSTEM FAULT
(Yellow) Illuminated when the FACP is unable to provide mandatory
functions. Indicator is latched, until cleared by reset
EARTH FAULT
(Yellow) Illuminated when there is an earth fault detected on the panel
EXTERNAL BELL
FAULT (Yellow) Illuminated if the External Bell output is in fault
WARNING SYSTEM
FAULT (Yellow) Illuminated is the Warning System output is in fault
ACF
FAULT / ISOLATED (Yellow) Illuminated steady if the ACF output has been disabled and flashes
if the ACF output is in fault (open or short circuit). Isolate has priority over fault
ASE FAULT
(Yellow) Illuminated when the ASE output is in fault
TEST
(Yellow) Illuminated when the FACP is in the test mode. Possible tests are
alarm, fault, walk, lamp and loop.
AIF ACTIVE
(Yellow) Illuminated when the AIF facility is active at the FACP
PRE ALARM
(Red) Illuminated when one or more devices are in the pre-alarm condition
and not disabled
DAY / NIGHT ACTIVE
(Yellow) Illuminated when day / night facility has been enabled on the FACP

(Yellow) Programmable 1 to 4 – For future use

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14.2 LCD Screen Format
There are 3 events that can be reported and displayed by SmartTerminal. The types of event are;
 Alarm
 Faults and
 Isolates.
The types of events are only associated with sensors and detectors hence faults associated with
modules, loops O/C – S/C, power supplies and so forth are not reported on the LCD.
The SmartTerminal has front panel indicators for each type of event. When SmartTerminal is
configured not to report a type of event and that event type is present (and the corresponding front
panel indicator is illuminated on the SmartTerminal), then a standard information screen is
displayed on the LCD stating the system is not normal and the operator should see the FACP.
Alarm: If configured the screen format for reporting loop / sensor / zone fire condition is:

Device descriptor (up to 33 characters) Type Descriptor (up to 6 characters)

Loop address and zone number(Lxx Syyy.zz Zwww) current device status
Date and Time of occurrence (DD/MM/YYYY HH:MM:SS)
Alarm sequence number ( Device Alarms nnn of nnn)

Fault: If configured the screen format for reporting loop / sensor / zone fault condition is:

Device descriptor (up to 33 characters) Type Descriptor (up to 6 characters)

Loop address and zone number(Lxx Syyy.zz Zwww) current device status

Fault sequence number ( Device Fault nnn of nnn)

Note: The fault types only relate to devices.

In the event of a loss of communications, for a period of greater than 15 seconds the SmartTerminal
will default to the No Communications screen. The format for this screen is:

No Communication

Device Isolate / Disables: If configured the screen format for reporting loop / sensor / zone disable
condition is:

Device descriptor (up to 33 characters) Type Descriptor (up to 6 characters)

Loop address and zone number(Lxx Syyy.zz Zwww) current device status

Isolate / Disable sequence number ( Device Fault nnn of nnn)

Pre-alarm: If configured the screen format for reporting loop / sensor / zone Pre-alarm condition is:

Loop address and zone number(Lxx Syyy.zz Zwww)

Pre-alarm descriptor (up to 15 characters)

Pre-alarm sequence number ( Device Pre-alarms nnn of nnn)

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Normal / Default: The format for reporting that everything is normal is:

Current Date and Time (DD/MM/YYYY HH:MM)

System Status

This screen is only displayed when there are no alarms, fault or disables on the panel.
The default screen is only displayed when there are no device alarms, device faults or device
disables present on the system. The highest priority current system status will be displayed and can
be one of the following listed in order of highest to lowest priority:
“SYSTEM ALARM”
“SYSTEM PRE-ALARM”
“SYSTEM FAULT”
“SYSTEM ISOLATE”
“SYSTEM NORMAL”
Config: The Config screen displays the following

VX.X ( This is the code software version number )

Address

A - A + C - C+

Adjusting Address: (see section 14.4)

A - A +: adjusts the address 1 to 30, 30 being the maximum number of SmartTerminal’s that can be
connected to the FACP, (default is 255 which is not a valid address).
The function keys perform the following;
A – Press “PREVIOUS” A + press “NEXT”
Adjusting Contrast:
C - C+: decreases [-] and increases [+] the LCD contrast level.
The function keys perform the following;
C – Press “SILENCE BUZZER” C + press “RESET”

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14.3 Operation
The operation of SmartTerminal can be considered to be in one of three states, these are;
1. Power up - when the SmartTerminal is initialising
2. Normal - when the SmartTerminal address has been set and is communicating with the
FACP, reporting normal / abnormal conditions and controlling the FACP via the front panel
controls
3. Fault where the SmartTerminal is in fault and/or is unable to communicate with the FACP.
Power Up
The LCD displays a message telling the operator SmartTerminal is being powered up and that the
hardware is being initialised. Once the hardware has been successfully initialised set the address
and SmartTerminal should automatically transition to the normal state. Should a failure occur on
power up press the “CONFIG” button located on the LCD PCB and check the address is correct.
See Figure 107
Normal
The Normal state is entered from the “Power-up” or a return from the “Fault” state and is displayed
on the LCD if the SmartTerminal is communicating with the FACP and operating correctly. In this
state the front panel Power indicator is illuminated.
Fault
SmartTerminal enters the Fault state upon;
 A hardware failure
 LCD module failure or
 A loss of communications with the FACP (indicated by the “DIAGNOSTIC” LED – not
flashing and the “no communications“ message being displayed. See Figure 107)
In a Fault condition the front panel NORMAL indicator is extinguished and the details of the fault are
displayed on the LCD. The FACP will also indicate a fault in a similar manner.

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14.4 Setting the Address
Open the front door; locate the “CONFIG” button situated on the left hand side of the PCB and press
for 3 seconds. The buzzer and “Config” LED will double beep and flash respectively to indicate that
the Configuration mode has been entered. The LCD will now display the Configuration screen. This
screen consists of the code version number, current address and four adjustment markers. These
markers A-, A+, C-, and C+ are used to indicate the keys that adjust the address and LCD contrast.
Use the “PREVIOUS (A-) and NEXT” (A+) keys to select the desired address. The default value for
this address is 255 which is not a valid SmartTerminal address. The user must then select an
address value from 1 to 30, i.e. the same address as that set in the FACP. The keys corresponding
to C- (ACK) and C+ (RESET) are used in a similar manner to decrease and increase the LCD
contrast level. There is audible feedback for all key presses.
Once the address has been set press the “CONFIG” button again for 3 seconds and the screen will
return to its default and the “DIANOSTIC” LED will return to a slow flash. This slow flash indicates
SmartTerminal and the FACP are communicating normally i.e. the LED flashes if communications
data is being received from the FACP.

Note: If the address is not set within the time out period of approximately 75 seconds
SmartTerminal will return to its normal state.

Note: Each SmartTerminal must have its own individual address.

Q7 Q1
CN1
LCD BACKLIGHT
U1
CN3
28/04/2006

CN2
BRD82ICC2-

DISCHARGE POINT
TOUCH HERE FIRST LCD
R47 R45 R43

R12 R46 R42

CN5
CONFIG TO
U2

SW27 TERM
U3
U4
BRD
D35
D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8
RN1

DIAGNOSTIC / RESET
CONFIG LED Main Control PCB
U6

U5

BZ1 SW28
TH1
U7
X1 U8 U9
U10 U11
D17 D13 D9
KEYSWITCH
CN6 Q2

D21 D10
D18 D14
1 U12
BRD82ICC
8
3 2

D22
PRINTER D29
CN7
7 6

CN9
U14
CN8 D19

CN7
D15
PWR LINK PWR LINK
D11
4

5
LK1
Q4
D23

D20 R35
CN10
D16
CN11 CN12 Q5 D12

CN10
D24

Q6 D32 D31
FLASH U15
RN13

Figure 102: Main PCB Layout

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14.5 Mechanical
SmartTerminal essentially consists of two PCBs;
1. BRD82LTB – FACP –. The LCDA Termination Board is mounted inside the FACP and
provides the protected RS485 communications and 27VDC to the SmartTerminal.
2. BRD82ICC – Control, LCD Communications and LCD Driver Board
SmartTerminal can be supplied in three variants Slim Line ABS (externally powered) BX1 ABS
(externally powered) and BX1 ABS (internally powered) and consists of;

Note: A Communications Extender Board will be required if the Comms Bus in the FACP is fully
utilised and / or if one is not fitted.
The front door of the ABS version is locked by way of two clips on the right hand side of the cabinet.
A special locating key which has two raised pins that are inserted into the side of the cabinet unlocks
the door.

DOOR RELEASE PINS

DOOR RELEASE PINS

Figure 103: ABS Door Key and Front Panel Add On Card Surround Release Clip
KNOCKOUTS
TOP ( x15 )
KEY HOLE KEY HOLE
BACK ( x 4 )
MOUNTING MOUNTING
HOLE HOLE

Q7 Q1 CN1

TB2 TB1 TB3 TB4

D25
U1
CN3 + - COM + - COM +24V 0V +24V 0V
28/04/2006

CN2
BRD82ICC2-

RS485 IN RS485 OUT POWER IN POWER OUT

DISCHARGE POINT
TOUCH HERE FIRST

LCD
CN1
R47 R45 R43

R12 R46 R42

D26
BRD82LTB2-

CONFIG
U2
CN5
SW27
LK1
U3 C9
U4
RN2

D35
D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 R13
RN1
C12
C13

LCDA Main
R44
DIAGNOSTIC R14

RESET C15

BRD82LTB
U6

R15

U5

BZ 1 CN6 Control PCB SW28

C16
R16

C17
TH1
RN3 R19
U7

CAB2116
U8 C21 U9 C19
X1
U10 U11 RN4 C20
D17 C22 C23 D13 D9
KEYSWITCH Q2
R20

RN5

KEY HOLE
D21 D10
D18 D14
R34 R32 C36 C29 C26 C25

1
BRD82ICC
RN10
RN7

RN8

RN9

U12

CN8
8
3 2

D22
R23 PRINTER D29
CN7
7 6

U14 D19 D15 D11

CN7
MOUNTING
Q3 PWR LINK PWR LINK R30
4

5 Q4
LK1 D23 CN11 CN12

CN9 D20 R35

CN10
D16 Q5 D12
D 24

Q6 D32 D31 U15

HOLE
D24 RN13

CN10 CN11 CN12

TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD

TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD
ORDER CODE
SERIAL NO
I/P VOLTAGE 27VDC
ORDER CODE
I/P CURRENT
ADDRESS
TESTED SERIAL NO
QA APPR
DATE OF MAN
CERTIFICATE OF
COMPLIANCE No. I/P VOLTAGE 27VDC 12 mm
N1236

I/P CURRENT
COMPLIANCE & ADDRESS R 6mm.
CONFIGURATION LABEL TESTED
QA APPR
DATE OF MAN
CERTIFICATE OF
COMPLIANCE No. FRONT DOOR HINGES
N1236

Figure 104: Typical Layout (Externally Powered) and Location of Keyholes

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14.6 Installation & Cabling
The Communications Extender Board (Item Number 159-0129) should be mounted into the FACP
and cabled as shown below.
It should be noted the Communications Extender Board and its supporting plate is mounted in a
piggy back fashion onto one of the loop / zone boards.

2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD

(302-7350)
A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT
L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V

FRONT PANEL CONTROL (BRD85CTLA)

C N17

C H15
MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA) C H16

5.6 AMP SWITCHMODE

RJ45
D13 C N20

ENSURE CN13 - 15 ARE FITTED

WITH PIN ENTRY SIDE FACING

POWER SUPPLY (330-0002)

C H15

THE BOTTOM OF THE BOARD

C N13
C N14

C N15

C N11
4 3 2 C N18

16 WAY
1

1
a b C N2 C N2 C N2

LOOP COMMS
(BRD85CPU)
CPU BOARD

c
a b
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU
U15
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)
L(AC) N(AC) (AC) -V -V +V +V
RN20 RN17

CN2

U13

CN3 CN1 CN3 CN1

C N1

C N1

C N1

API-735 API-735
U14 1
20 WAY AUG 2000 AUG 2000

U11

C H8 C H8 C H6 C H8
U10

C N10

PSU MONITOR

10 WAY
C N16
BRIGADE I/F
27V IN

C N7

C N6 CN2 POWER TX1 CN2 TX1

CN4 POWER
CN4
C N8 MODEM
TH1
C N21

C H1 C N2
C H2

C N4
C N3

C N1
B Z1
EXPANSION PANEL

3 WAY
EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL C N5 PRINTER
A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT A EXT B EXT
L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V L2+ L1- +35V

CN3

C N1

20 WAY EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL

TO
C H8
C H8
C H8
C H8 C H8
LCDA
SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

SLAVE CPU

RS485
C N2
(302-6692)

(302-6692)

(302-6692)

+
C N1

C N1

RS 485 OUT
C N3

-
C N4

C OM
CN5

TB1

27VDC

C N5
TB3

+24V
P OWE R OUT
in/out CN5

0V

BELL2
TB4

- +
C N2 C N2 C N2 R1

CN3 CN1 CN3 CN1

1

API-735

BELL1
AUG 2000

-
8 7 6

+
CN3
CN4 CN3 CN2 CN1

TB4 AUXILIARY
NO C NC
+ -
TB5 WARN SYS
NO C NC
CN2 POWER TX1 CN2 POWER TX1

20 WAY
CN4 CN4

+ -
AUX POWER O/P
+ - + -
TB2

CUTAWAY FRONT DOOR REAR VIEW COMMUNICATIONS EXTENDER TB6

CN3
NO C NC
SHOWING INSTALLED BOARDS ON

FAULT
FRONT DOOR AND WIRING DETAILS BOARD DEFAULT MOUNTING

+ -
CN2

ISOLATE
NO C NC
CUTAWAY CABINET BACKPAN VIEW BRIGADE CN1

SHOWING MODULES FITTED TO THE BACKPAN PSU MONITOR

NO C NC
ALARM
AND WIRING DETAILS BOARD

VALVE MON
NO C NC
(302-6732)

BATT FAIL
27VDC DISTRIBUTION

C
TB10

CN6 SGD II DOOR SW DBA/MCP + IN - + BAT -

TO BATTERIES

Figure 105: FACP Internal Layout

SmartTerminal is then connected to the FACP as shown below.

SHIELDED COMMS CABLE

FACP FRONT PANEL CONTROL (BRD85CTLA)
CN17
RJ45 +24VDC
CABLE
CH16
CH15

MAIN CONTROL BOARD (BRD85MBA)

D13

CN13
CN20 SHIELD 0V
CN14

CN15

4 3 2
CN11

c
CN18

TB1
TB4
1

a b
CN2 CN2 CN2
LOOP COMMS

c
a b

+ - COM +24V 0 V
RS485 OUT POWER OUT
U15

SLAVE CPU SLAVE CPU SLAVE CPU L2 L1

(302-6692) (302-6692) (302-6692) RN20 RN17

25/11/2005

CN2
BRD82LTB2

ZD3 TH1 TH2 ZD2 L6

CPU BOARD U13

C15 C12

(BRD85CPU) COMMUNICATIONS EXTENDER BOARD

CN1

CN1

CN1

U14 1 ( ITEM NUMBER 159 - 0129 )

U11

CN2 CN3
M1
M2

U10
CH8 CH8 CH6 CH8
CN4
TP3
D14 CN10

CN16
PSU MONITOR
BRIGADE I/F
CN5
27V IN

CN7

CN6

R17
CN8 MODEM
TH1
CN21

CH1 CN2
CH2

CN4
CN3

CN1
BZ1
EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS FRONT PANEL CN5 PRINTER

FACP CABINET
TO AVAILABLE 27VDC
CN3
CN1

CONNECTOR (3 WAY)
EXPANSION LEDS

RS485
OUT
RS485
IN +24V TO NEXT LCDA
MAXIMUM OF 30

VDC VDC 0V
IN OUT
TB2 TB1 TB3 TB4 TB2 TB1 TB3 TB4
+ - COM + - COM +24V 0 V +24V 0 V + - COM + - COM +24V 0V +24V 0V
POWER IN POWER OUT RS485 IN RS485 OUT POWER IN POWER OUT
CN1
CN1

TO TO
BRD82LTB2-
BRD82LTB2-

LCD
03/05/2006

LCD
03/05/2006

LK1 NOT FITTED LK1 MUST BE FITTED TO SmartTerminal 2

THE LAST BOARD ON (IF FITTED)
SmartTerminal 1 THE COMMS BUS

TERMINATION BOARD No.1 ( BRD82LTB2 ) TERMINATION BOARD No.2 ( BRD82LTB2 )

Figure 106: Connecting SmartTerminal’s to the FACP

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14.7 Specifications
MECHANICAL
Dimensions ABS Cabinet: ( mm ) 195mm (H) x 345mm (W) x 50mm (D)
ENVIROMENTAL
Temperature: -5ºC to + 55ºC
Humidity: 25% to 75%
INPUT POWER
Operating Voltage ( nominal ): 27VDC
Operating Voltage ( minimum ): 18VDC
Quiescent Current @ 26.5VDC: 12.4mA (back light, off buzzer off”)
Maximum Current: 43.8mA (back light on, buzzer on)
Cabling Requirements: 2 core 1.5 to 2.5mm²

Optional 27VDC Power Supply: 1.8A plus 400mA Battery Charging

Batteries: 12Ahr
27VDC OUTPUTS
Auxiliary 27VDC Distribution Protection: 24VDC 500mA Monitored
Cabling Requirements: 2 core 1.5 to 2.5mm²
COMMUNICATIONS
Internal to FACP: RS485
External to FACP: RS485
Cabling Requirements: Twisted pair plus power
Fault monitoring: O/C, S/C
Maximum Number of SmartTerminal’s per FACP: 30
Maximum Distance (from FACP): 1.2Kms.
LCD 4 line X 40 character - backlit

Note: A maximum of 30 SmartTerminal’s may be connected to the communications bus over a

distance of approximately 1.2Kms

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14.8 Setting the SmartTerminal Controller Configuration in
ConfigManager
Right click on the Controller icon and select “Edit Module Types” to bring up the following screen/s.

Figure 107: The Controller Edit / Add Module Types Screens

Click within the check box to “tick” the check box and click OK. Double click on the
Controller to open the Panel screen and the SmartTerminal tab should now be visible along with the
other installed functions.
14.9 Setting the SmartTerminal Reporting Parameters in ConfigManager
To set the SmartTerminal parameters click on the SmartTerminal tab and the following screen will
be displayed. Under the assigned SmartTerminal Card designator, 1 to 30, click in the Active box to
change the “N” (NO not fitted) to “Y” (YES fitted) and then enter or type in a “Description”. The
description should be a name given to the SmartTerminal (LCDA) or its physical location. Double
click in each of the “Report” boxes to display and set the, “Y” (Yes reports the parameter) and “N”
(No does not report the parameter) “Alarms, Faults, Disables” parameters that SmartTerminal will
display on each SmartTerminal at each location.

Note: A maximum of 30 SmartTerminal’s can be used in the configuration of the FACP.

Note: In this case SmartTerminal

numbers 6 to 30 are not used.

Figure 108: Example of SmartTerminal Configuration Settings Screen

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In the above example Card 1 & 2;
 Are active
 Are situated in the factory floor area 8
 Will display all Alarms
 Will not display any Faults, and
 Will not display any Disables
Card 3
 Is active
 Is situated in the stores area
 Will display all Alarms
 Will display any Faults, and
 Will not display any Disables
Card 4 & 5
Are active
 Are situated in the security areas
 Will display all Alarms
 Will display any Faults, and
 Will display any Disables
14.10 Trouble Shooting Chart
Problem Solution
Check supply voltage it should be set to 27.2VDC.
Normal Supply LED not illuminated Nominal fault voltages are - Low = (<18VDC)
High = (> 28VDC )
Check all input and output cabling and wiring assemblies
FACP Earth Fault LED illuminated
for short to ground
Ensure correct panel configuration
FACP System Fault LED illuminated
Check all connections for loose wiring
FACP Warning System Fault LED Check correct E.O.L is fitted
illuminated Check wiring is connected correctly
Refer FACP LCD. This may identify where there is a break
in the communication line
RS485 Communication Bus not Check the SmartTerminal Diagnostic Config LED is flashing.
working If not the FACP is not communicating with the
SmartTerminal. Check the RS485 cabling.
If flashing check the SmartTerminal’s address.

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15 RS232 Modem / Programming / Debug Interfacing
The modem I/O port is a DB9 connector (CN8 situated on the lower left hand corner of the Main
Board BRD85MBA) that is normally used for programming of the FACP via the serial port of a PC or
Laptop. The Controller also has the required hand shaking to support connection to a Modem, thus
allowing the FACP to be programmed from a remote site that has an established telephone
connection. This allows the system software to be upgraded by simply transmitting a file via the
serial port of the PC or Modem external to the FACP. Diagnostic facilities are also available via the
same connection.

Plug in DB9
Connector 1
6
2 Rx Data
7
3 Tx Data
8
4
9
5 Signal
Ground
Note: CN8 is located on the lower CN8
left hand side of the Main Board

Figure 109: DB9 Connector CN8 as Mounted on the Main Board

1 2 CORE SHIELDED CABLE 5

6 9

Rx Data 2 4

7 8

Tx Data 3 3 Tx Data
8 7

4 2 Rx Data
9 6

5 1

DB9F CONNECTOR DB9F CONNECTOR

( Female Rear View ) ( Female Rear View )
To Modem or PC Plugs into FACP

Figure 110: Modem / Programming / Debug Cabling

Note: Debug/Notebook cables are available from AMPAC

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16 List Of Compatible Detectors
Conventional Detectors
The following range of conventional detectors has approval to be used with the FireFinder™
conventional zone board (302-6710).
Apollo Actuating Device MAX No Of Devices
Apollo Series 60, 55000-100 grade 1 heat (60deg Celsius) 32
Apollo Series 60, 55000-101 grade 2 heat (65deg Celsius) 32
Apollo Series 60, 55000-102 grade 3 heat (75deg Celsius) 32
Apollo Series 60, 55000-103 range 1 heat (80deg Celsius) 32
Apollo Series 60, 55000-104 range 2 heat (100deg Celsius) 32
Apollo Base 45681-200 (for above detectors)
Apollo Series 60, 55000-200 Ionisation Smoke 32
Apollo Series 60, 55000-300 Photoelectric Smoke 32
Apollo Series 60, 53546-014 Duct Sampling Unit 32
Apollo Base 45681-205 (for above detectors)
Apollo / Ampac Addressable Devices
The following range of addressable detectors has approval to be used with the FireFinder™
addressable Loop Board (BRD86DLTB-B).
Device Type Part Number
Apollo XP95 Ionisation Smoke Monitor 55000-520
Apollo XP95 Optical Smoke Monitor 55000-620
Apollo XP95 Temperature Monitor (STANDARD) 55000-420
Apollo XP95 Temperature Monitor (HIGH)
Apollo Discovery Ion Smoke Monitor 58000-500
Apollo Discovery Optical Smoke Monitor 58000-600
Apollo Discovery Heat 58000-400
Apollo Discovery Multi - sensor 58000-700
Apollo XP95 Base 45681-210
Apollo XP95 Isolator 55000-700
Apollo XP95 Isolator Base 45681-211
Apollo XP95 Manual Call Point 55000-905
Apollo Discovery Manual Call Point 58000-910
Input/Output Unit 55000-818
Switch Monitor Plus 55000-809
Mini Switch Monitor 55000-833
Sounder Control Unit 55000-823
Apollo XP95 Intrinsically Safe Protocol Translator 55000-855
Zone Monitor 55000-813
Loop Sounder 55000-261
Ampac 3-IOD 3 Input / 3 Output Device Consult your local
Ampac SID Single Input Device Ampac
Ampac Zone Interface Device Distributor

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17 Certification Information
The FireFinder™ is designed and manufactured by:

AMPAC TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD

7 Ledgar Rd
Balcatta
WA 6021
Western Australia HEAD OFFICE
PH: 61-8-9242 3333
FAX: 61-8-9242 3334

Manufactured to:

Certificate of Compliance Number:

Equipment Serial Number:

Date of Manufacture:

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18 Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Solution
No Mains Power Check mains Fuse
Check output voltage it should be set to 27.4V.
Low = (less than 24.5V )
Supply fault LED illuminated
High = (greater than 28V )
Check the battery has been connected properly
Check all input and output cabling and wiring
Earth Fault LED illuminated
assemblies for short to ground
Ensure correct software is installed
System Fault LED illuminated
Check all connections for loose wiring
Check correct E.O.L is fitted (10K)
Warning System Fault LED illuminated
Check wiring is connected correctly
Maintenance Alarm cleared but
FireFinder™ still displays Maintenance Carry out Loop Test
Alarm
Check in and out legs are connected correctly at
LCD displays LOOP (number) open circuit
the loop termination board
You must perform a loop test to clear the fault.
Unable to clear an O/C or S/C on a loop
This is a level 1 function.
Check for correct software installed in all
communication boards.
Communication Loop not working
Check LCD at Main controller. This may identify
where there is a break in the communication line
Can not access Function menu Incorrect Password entered
Ring AMPAC and directions will be given to
Forgotten password
provide you with a temporary code
An Analogue Fault occurs when using a A 1.8k Ohm resistor must be placed in series with
Zone Monitor to monitor a switch. the switch contacts.
Make sure you have a 10K Ohm EOL resistor
Sounder Fault fitted and a diode (1N4004) in series with the
sounder

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19 Address Setting
BINARY ADDRESS SETTING (APOLLO)
SERIES XP95 - ADDRESS DATA
DIL SWITCH: ON = 1 OFF = 0 ADDRESS TAG FOR DETECTORS (I/O DEVICES)

DIL switch setting DIL switch setting DIL switch setting DIL switch setting DIL switch setting
Addr 1234567 Addr 1234567 Addr 1234567 Addr 1234567 Addr 1234567
1 1000000 26 0101100 51 1100110 76 0011001 101 1010011
2 0100000 27 1101100 52 0010110 77 1011001 102 0110011
3 1100000 28 0011100 53 1010110 78 0111001 103 1110011
4 0010000 29 1011100 54 0110110 79 1111001 104 0001011
5 1010000 30 0111100 55 1110110 80 0000101 105 1001011
6 0110000 31 1111100 56 0001110 81 1000101 106 0101011
7 1110000 32 0000010 57 1001110 82 0100101 107 1101011
8 0001000 33 1000010 58 0101110 83 1100101 108 0011011
9 1001000 34 0100010 59 1101110 84 0010101 109 1011011
10 0101000 35 1100010 60 0011110 85 1010101 110 0111011
11 1101000 36 0010010 61 1011110 86 0110101 111 1111011
12 0011000 37 1010010 62 0111110 87 1110101 112 0000111
13 1011000 38 0110010 63 1111110 88 0001101 113 1000111
14 0111000 39 1110010 64 0000001 89 1001101 114 0100111
15 1111000 40 0001010 65 1000001 90 0101101 115 1100111
16 0000100 41 1001010 66 0100001 91 1101101 116 0010111
17 1000100 42 0101010 67 1100001 92 0011101 117 1010111
18 0100100 43 1101010 68 0010001 93 1011101 118 0110111
19 1100100 44 0011010 69 1010001 94 0111101 119 1110111
20 0010100 45 1011010 70 0110001 95 1111101 120 0001111
21 1010100 46 0111010 71 1110001 96 0000011 121 1001111
22 0110100 47 1111010 72 0001001 97 1000011 122 0101111
23 1110100 48 0000110 73 1001001 98 0100011 123 1101111
24 0001100 49 1000110 74 0101001 99 1100011 124 0011111
25 1001100 50 0100110 75 1101001 100 0010011 125 1011111
126 0111111

ON
2 8 32
11

1 4 16 64
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

= Punch Out

Figure 111: Switch and Xpert card set to Address 11

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20 Glossary of Terms
ACF: ANCILLARY CONTROL FACILITY
ACKD: ACKNOWLEDGED
AHU: AIR HANDLING UNIT
ALM: ALARM
AVF: ALARM VERIFICATION FACILITY
AZF: ALARM ZONE FACILITY
AZC: ALARM ZONE CIRCUIT
C: RELAY COMMON CONTACT (WIPER)
CIC: CONTROLLER INTERFACE CARD
CN: CONNECTOR
CPU: COMMON PROCESSOR UNIT
DGP: DATA GATHERING POINT
EARTH: BUILDING EARTH
EOL: END OF LINE
FDS: FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM
FACP: FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL
FLT: FAULT
GND: GROUND (0 VOLTS) NOT EARTH
I/O: INPUT/OUTPUT
LCD: LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY
MAF: MASTER ALARM FACILITY
MCP: MANUAL CALL POINT
MOV: METAL OXIDE VARISTOR (TRANSIENT PROTECTION)
NIC: NETWORK INTERFACE CARD
N/C: NORMALLY CLOSED RELAY CONTACTS
N/O: NORMALLY OPEN RELAY CONTACTS
N/W: NETWORK
PCB: PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS
P/S: POWER SUPPLY
PSM: POWER SUPPLY MODULE
REM: REMOTE
SPOT: SINGLE PERSON OPERATING TEST
TB: TERMINAL BLOCK
VDC: DIRECT CURRENT VOLTS

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21 Definitions
Addressable system - a fire alarm and detection system that contains addressable alarm zone
facilities or addressable control devices.
Alarm Verification Facility (AVF) - that part of the FACP, which provides an automatic resetting
function for spurious alarm signals so that they will not inadvertently initiate Master Alarm Facility
(MAF), or ACF functions. Using ConfigManager prior to downloading to the FireFinder™ sets this
option
Alarm zone - the specific portion of a building or complex identified by a particular alarm zone
facility.
Alarm Zone Circuit (AZC) - the link or path that carries signals from an actuating device(s) to an
alarm zone facility(s).
Alarm Zone Facility (AZF) - that part of the control and indicating equipment that registers and
indicates signals (alarm and fault) received from its alarm zone circuit. It also transmits appropriate
signals to other control and indicating facilities.
Alert signal - an audible signal, or combination of audible and visible signals, from the occupant
warning system to alert wardens and other nominated personnel as necessary to commence
prescribed actions.
Ancillary Control Facility (ACF) - that portion of the control and indicating equipment that on
receipt of a signal initiates predetermined actions in external ancillary devices.
Ancillary equipment - remote equipment connected to FACP.
Ancillary relay - relay within FACP to operate ancillary equipment.
Ancillary output - output for driving ancillary equipment.
Approved and approval - approved by, or the approval of, the Regulatory Authority concerned.
Card-detect link - a link on a module connector to indicate the disconnection of the module.
Conventional System - is a fire detection system using a dedicated circuit for each alarm zone.
Distributed system - a fire alarm and detection system where sections of the control and indicating
equipment are remotely located from the FACP or where sub-indicator panel(s) communicate with a
main FACP.
Field connections - are connections made to FACP or ancillary equipment during installation.
Fire alarm system - an arrangement of components and apparatus for giving an audible, visible, or
other perceptible alarm of fire, and which may also initiate other action.
Fire detection system - an arrangement of detectors and control and indicating equipment
employed for automatically detecting fire and initiating other action as arranged.
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) - a panel on which is mounted an indicator or indicators together
with associated equipment for the fire alarm or sprinkler system.
Fire resisting - an element of construction, component or structure which, by requirement of the
Regulatory Authority, has a specified fire resistance.
Indicating equipment - the part of a fire detection and or alarm system, which provides indication of
any warning signals (alarm and fault), received by the control equipment.
Interface - The interconnection between equipment that permits the transfer of data.
Main equipment - equipment essential to the operation of the system including, control equipment,
amplification equipment and power supply modules.
Master Alarm Facility (MAF) - that part of the equipment which receives alarm and fault signals
from any alarm zone facility and initiates the common signal (alarm and/or fault) for transmission to
the fire control station. Bells and other ancillary functions may be initiated from this facility.
Power Supply - that portion of the FACP which supplies all voltages necessary for its operation.
Regulatory Authority - an authority administering Acts of Parliament or Regulations under such
Acts.

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22 Quick Reference Guides

MENU KEY / FUNCTION KEY

MAIN MENU OPTIONS MENU FUNCTION
( TO ENTER MENU / TO FUNCTION MENU )

0 ALARMS ( DISPLAY ALARMS )

SPACE

1 PREALARMS ( DISPLAY PRE-ALARMS )

ABC

2 FAULTS ( DISPLAY FAULTS OF SELECTED FIELDS )

DEF

0 ZONES/SENSORS
SPACE

( FAULT FIELDS )
1 LOOP
ABC

2 MODULE
DEF

3 P/SUPPLY
GHI

4 BRIGADE
JKL

5 TFAILS (TEST FAILURES)

MNO

6 BELLS
PQRS

3 ISOLATES ( DISPLAY ALL SYSTEM ISOLATES)

GHI

4 STATUS (DISPLAY STATUS OF SELECTED FIELDS)

JKL

0 LOOPS ( LOOP / SENSOR No )

SPACE

0 PRINT ALL DEVICES

SPACE

1 PRINT TOTALS
ABC

1 MODULES ( MODULE No )
ABC

0 SLAVE
SPACE

1 P/S
ABC

2 BRIGADE
DEF

3 EXTERNAL LED MIMICS

GHI

2 I/O
DEF

0 OUTPUTS (OUTPUT No)

SPACE

1 INPUT (INPUT No)

ABC ( STATUS FIELDS )

3 NETWORK ( IF NETWORK IS ENABLED )

GHI

0 NETWORK POINTS
SPACE

1 REMOTE SLAVE MODULES

ABC

2 REMOTE LED MIMICS

DEF

( IF NETWORK IS ENABLED )
4 3 NETWORK
JKL SYSTEM GHI
NOT ENABLED
AVALUES
5 ( ANALOGUE 4 NETWORK
MNO JKL
VALUE OF DET ) NOT ENABLED

5 TESTING ( TESTING THE SELECTED TEST FIELDS )

MNO

0 ALARM (TEST ALARM FIELDS )

SPACE

0 ZONE ( ZONE No )
SPACE

1 SENSOR
ABC
( LOOP/SENSOR No )
( TEST
FIELDS )
1 FAULT ( TEST FAULT FIELDS )
ABC

0 ZONE ( ZONE No )
SPACE

1 SENSOR
ABC
( LOOP/SENSOR No )

2 LAMP
DEF

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FUNCTION MENU OPTIONS TM

MENU FUNCTION FUNCTION KEY ( TO ENTER FUNCTION FIELD ( ENTER PASSWORD ) ) FireFinder Quick Reference
0 DATE ( DD/MM/YYYY ) MENU FUNCTION FUNCTION KEY ( TO ENTER FUNCTION FIELD ( ENTER PASSWORD ) ) MENU FUNCTION FUNCTION KEY ( TO ENTER FUNCTION FIELD ( ENTER PASSWORD ) )
SPACE

1 LEVEL 2 FUNCTION 6 ACCESS LEVEL 3 ( ENTER LEVEL 3 PASSWORD )

LEVEL 1 ABC TIME ( HH:MM ) LEVEL 2 PQRS
5 I/O ( MANUAL INPUT /OUTPUT CONTROL FIELDS )
FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS MNO

2
DEF DAY/NIGHT SETTINGS ( SET ON/OFF FIELDS ) LEVEL 3 FUNCTION 6
PQRS
PASSWORDS ( EDIT PASSWORD FIELDS )
0 INPUT ( INPUT FIELDS )
SPACE 0 ADD PASSWORD ( ADD PASSWORD (MAX 4 CHAR), LEVEL No )
SPACE
0 DAY TIME (HH:MM)
SPACE

0 IN A PANEL 1
SPACE
( SELECT I/O CONTROL NUMBER AND INPUT No ) ABC DELETE PASSWORD ( DELETE SELECTED PASSWORD )
1 NIGHT TIME (HH:MM)
ABC

0 OFF ( TURN INPUT OFF ) 2 DELETE ALL PASSWORDS ( DELETE ALL PASSWORDS )
SPACE
2 ENABLE
DEF
DEF

1 3 MODE ZONE / SENSOR

3 ABC ON ( TURN INPUT ON ) GHI
GHI LOGS
REMOVE MANUAL CONTROL 7 PROG ( PROGRAMMING FEILDS )
2 ( RETURN INPUT TO
TUV
DEF
0 ALARM ( ALARM LOG ) ORIGINAL STATE)
SPACE
0 CON ZONE ( EDIT ZONE NUMBER, DESCRIPTION )
SPACE
1 ON A LOOP
ABC
( SELECT LOOP No, SENSOR No, INPUT No )
0 PRINT ENTRY (PRINT TO PANEL PRINTER (IF FITTED))
SPACE
1 DEVICE ( ENTER LOOP / SENSOR )
ABC
0 OFF ( TURN INPUT OFF )
SPACE
1 SHOW OPTIONS
ABC EDIT ( DESCRIPTION, ZONE No,
0 DEVICE TYPE, BRIGADE OPTIONS,
SPACE
1 ON ( TURN INPUT ON ) CONFIGURATION, GROUP No )
0 VIEW BY ENTRY NO.
ABC
SPACE

1 DELETE ( LOOP / SENSOR )

REMOVE MANUAL CONTROL ABC
1 2 ( RETURN INPUT TO
ABC VIEW BY DATE DEF
ORIGINAL STATE) 2 INPUT ( EDIT INPUT FIELDS )
DEF

2 2 REMOVE ALL MANUAL INPUT CONTROL

DEF PRINT MULTIPLE ENTRIES DEF
( RETURN ALL MANUAL INPUTS TO ORIGINAL STATE )
0 IN A PANEL
SPACE
1 ( SELECT INPUT CONTROL No AND INPUT No )
ABC FAULT ( FAULT LOG ) 1
ABC OUTPUT ( OUTPUT FIELDS )
0 EDIT ( EDIT DESCRIPTION )
SPACE
AS FOR ALARM
0 IN A PANEL
SPACE
( SELECT I/O CONTROL NUMBER AND OUTPUT No )
2 ISOLATE ( ISOLATE LOG ) 1
DEF
ABC DELETE ( DELETE DESCRIPTION )
0 OFF ( TURN OUTPUT OFF )
AS FOR ALARM SPACE 1 ON A LOOP ( LOOP / SENSOR No )
ABC

3 SYSTEM ( SYSTEM LOG ) 1 DISABLED IF FACP

DEF
ABC ON ( TURN OUTPUT ON ) 0
IS NETWORKED SPACE EDIT ( EDIT DESCRIPTION )
AS FOR ALARM REMOVE MANUAL CONTROL
2 ( RETURN OUTPUT TO 1
DEF
ABC DELETE ( DELETE DESCRIPTION )
4 ORIGINAL STATE)
I/O (INPUT / OUTPUT LOG )
JKL
1 ON A LOOP 3 OUTPUT ( EDIT OUTPUT FIELDS )
GHI
ABC
( SELECT LOOP No, SENSOR No, OUTPUT No )
AS FOR ALARM 0 IN A PANEL
SPACE
( SELECT OUTPUT CONTROL No AND OUTPUT No )
4 TESTS ( TEST SPECIFIED FIELD ) 0 OFF ( TURN OUTPUT OFF )
JKL SPACE

AS FOR INPUT
0 WALK ( ZONES OR SENSORS ) 1 ON ( TURN OUTPUT ON )
SPACE ABC 1 ON A LOOP ( LOOP / SENSOR No )
ABC

0 REMOVE MANUAL CONTROL

SPACE ZONE ( ENTER ZONE No ) 2 ( RETURN OUTPUT TO
DEF AS FOR INPUT
ORIGINAL STATE)
4 PANEL BASED MCP ( DESCRIPTION / NODE )
1 2 GLOBAL REMOVE ALL MANUAL OUTPUT CONTROL JKL
ABC SENSOR ( ENTER LOOP / SENSOR No ) DEF
( RETURN ALL MANUAL O/PS TO ORIGINAL STATE )
5 SUB ADDRESS ( EDIT / DELETE )
1 LOOP ( ENTER LOOP No )
MNO
ABC

6 WATCHDOG RESET
PQRS

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23 Statement of Compliance
Please PRINT

1. Name of building

2. Address

3. I/WE have installed in the above Fire Alarm Control Panel Brand Name
building an alteration to the system
manufactured by, OR

a system manufactured by

4. The system is connected to the Name of Service Provider

monitoring service provider

by a permanent  non-permanent  connection ( tick )

5. Date of connection / /
6. Ancillary equipment connected to the control and indicating equipment (attach).

7. Current drain of ancillary loads powered from the CIE power supply

8. Primary power source voltage

9. Battery type and capacity Manufacturer AH

10. Is maintenance agreement held for the system? Yes  No 

11. Operator's handbook supplied? Yes  No 
12. Logbook supplied? Yes  No 
13. 'As-installed' drawings supplied? Yes  No 
14. Portions of the building not protected by this system are; (Please PRINT)

1. 2.
3. 4.
5. 6.
7. 8.
9. 10.
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15. I/We

1. 2. 3.
Print Name/s
Hereby certify that the installation has been thoroughly tested from each actuating device and that a
test of the transmission of the alarm signal to the monitoring service provider has been satisfactorily
carried out.
I/We further certify that the whole system and all components called up in Clause 1.3 in connection
therewith are installed entirely in accordance with the current requirements of AS 1670.l, -
Except with regard to the following details which have already been approved", approval
attached.
Strike out the bolded sentence if there have not been any exceptions.

Signature Date / /

Installing Company
Please PRINT or Stamp
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23.1 Installation Details
# Indicate with a number in brackets the number of actuating devices in concealed spaces.
* Add addressable loop number in brackets where applicable.
Zone Number and Type of Actuating Devices
Alarm * No of Thermal Fire Flame
Zone Actuating
MCP Other
Devices
# per Zone A B C D E Smoke CO IR UV
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32

Additional
Information:
(Attach if necessary)

Name Company Signature Date

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24 Commissioning Test Report

This FireFinder Fire Alarm Control Panel is installed at:

Company Name

Street

Suburb

State / Country

Post Code

(Company Name & Installation Address )

Owner or Owners' Authorized Representative:

Company Name

Street

Suburb

State / Country

Post Code

Type of Installation: NEW MODIFIED ADDITION UPGRADE

(Circle)

Date of commissioning tests: / /

Name and address of commissioning company, (in 'BLOCK LETTERS')

Company Name

Street

Suburb

State / Country

Post Code

Commissioning Representative: Name ( Print )

Signature:
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24.1 Procedure
The following tests are the minimum that shall be performed when commissioning a system using
the FireFinder Fire Alarm Control Panel. Supplements to these test may be added by way of
attachments or notation (using waterproof ink) to this documentation. If supplements or tests are
added reference to them shall be made at an appropriate point on this document.
This Commissioning Record is to be completed in conjunction with the -
 operator's manual;
 installer's statement(s);
 'as-installed' drawings; and
 detector test records,
The Record provides a complete description of the installed system and its tested performance at
the time of being commissioned.
24.2 System Information
Check relevant box

GENERAL YES NO 

NA
(a) Equipment: Equipment has been designed and constructed in accordance with the
relevant Standards.   
(b) Installation: Equipment has been located, installed and interconnected
accordance with the system documentation
in
  
(c) Compatibility: All detectors and other devices used in the system are—

(i) listed in the operator’s manual;   

(ii) compatible with the relevant parts of CIE, particularly that the permitted number of
detectors and other devices for each circuit is not exceeded;   
(iii) installed in an environment for which they are suitable;   
(iv) not set to a sensitivity outside that prescribed in the relevant product Standard.   
(d) Alarm zone limitations: The alarm zone limitations in Clause 2.4 of AS 1670.1 are
not exceeded.   
(e) Primary power source
(i) The primary power source for the system has been provided in accordance with
AS/NZS 3000.   
(ii) The isolating switch disconnects all active conductors.   
(iii) Five operations of the primary power source switch did not cause an alarm to be
indicated on the system.   
(f) Secondary power source

(i) The secondary power source is of a suitable type and capacity complying with the
requirements of Clause 3.16.2 of AS 1670.1.   
(ii) The float voltage, charger type and setting is correct and in accordance with the
battery manufacturer’s recommendation.   
(g) Battery temperature and voltage: The battery voltage corresponds to that specified
by the battery manufacturer for the temperature measured after 24 hour quiescent
operation.
  
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(h) Alarm zone parameters: Each alarm zone circuit is within the equipment
manufacturer’s specifications.   
(i) Wire-free alarm zones: Wire-free actuating device parameters meet the minimum
parameters specified by the manufacturer, including that the receiver responds to
signals from an actuating device for alarm, tamper, low standby power signals and   
gives a fault signal when the supervisory signal condition is absent.
(j) Operation of fault and alarm signals: Fault and alarm conditions correctly detect and
indicate as the correct. alarm zone, operating other required indicators, and operate
relevant outputs of the CIE.
  
(k) Mimic panel: All mimic panels, annunciators, etc., operate correctly.   
(l) Alarm zone controls: Alarm test, fault test, isolate and reset facility of each alarm
zone operates correctly.   
(m) Alarm dependency: Alarm dependency works correctly and does not apply to
devices listed in Clause 3.3 of AS 1670.1.   
(n) CIE response to actuating device operation: Each actuating device has operated
when tested with a medium suitable for the device type and the alarm has indicated on
the FIP and at the tested device.
  
(o) Fault response time: The response to a fault does not exceed 100 s for each alarm
zone circuit.   
(p) Alarm response time: At least one detector in each alarm zone has been tested and
the response to the alarm does not exceed 10 s or the period specified when
dependency on more than one alarm signal is used.
  
(q) Supervisory signal response time: At least one supervisory device in each alarm
zone circuit has been tested and the response to the supervisory device does not
exceed 100 s.
  
(r) Alarm acknowledgment facility: Alarm acknowledgement facilities operate in
accordance with the requirements of Clause 3.2 AS 1670.1.   
(s) Occupant warning system

  
(i) A fault signal is displayed at the CIE when the circuit wiring at the last speaker or
sounder is short or open circuited.
(ii) Each sounder/speaker operates in accordance with the requirements of Clause 3.22
of AS 1670.1 and a record of the sound pressure level has been made.   
(t) The external alarm indication is visible from the main approach to the building.   
(u) Manual call points

(i) Each manual call point operates correctly.   

(ii) The activation of manual call points do not cause existing detector alarm indications
to be extinguished.   
(iii) Manual call points are not subject to alarm dependency.   
(v) Smoke and fire door release: Each door-release device operates correctly.   
(w) Flame detectors

(i) The number and type of flame detectors provide adequate protection for the area.   
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(ii) There are no ‘blind’ spots in the area protected.   

(iii) Detectors are rigidly fixed.   
(iv) Detector lenses are clean and adequately protected from dust and extraneous
radiation sources.   
(v) Detectors respond to a flame or simulated flame source.   
(x) Multi-point aspirating smoke detectors

(i) Response time of all sampling points meets the requirements of AS 1670.1.   
(ii) Alarm settings and indicators operate correctly.   
(iii) Remote indication of alarm and fault signals operate correctly.   
(iv) Airflow failure indicator operates correctly.   
(v) System (signal) failure indicators operate correctly.   
(vi) Isolate and reset functions operate correctly.   
(vii) Alarm and fault test facilities operate correctly.   
(y) Duct sampling unit: The alarm indicator is clearly visible from a trafficable area and
the duct air velocity exceeds the minimum velocity specified for the unit. If not, the
measured differential pressure is at least the minimum specified for the unit.
  
(z) Ancillary control functions: Each ancillary control function operates with the
activation of associated alarm zones.   
(aa) Alarm signaling equipment: Alarm signaling equipment initiates a fire alarm signal
to the monitoring service provider.   
(bb) Labeling: Alarm zone location is immediately apparent from the alarm zone
labeling.   
DOCUMENTATION
The following documentation is located in or adjacent to the FIP:

(a) ‘As-installed’ drawings.   

(b) CIE documentation required by AS 4428.1 or AS 7240.2.   
(c) Commissioning test report.   
(d) Installer’s statement in accordance with Appendix E of AS 1670.1.   
(e) A log complying with the requirements of Clause 7.3 of AS 1670.1.   
(f) Aspirating system design tool calculation.   
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25 Battery Capacity Calculation

INTRODUCTION
The standby power source capacity, or battery capacity, determines how long the system will
continue to operate in the event of the loss of the primary power source. It therefore becomes
necessary to calculate the battery and hence power supply / battery charger capacity required for
each installation.
The following calculator has been designed to determine the required capacity to meet the required
standards. Should an existing panel be expanded the required battery and power supply capacity
should be recalculated to ensure the panel continues to operate within the required standards.
The standards considered in this document are:
AS1603/4428 EN54 NZS4512 UL72 MS1404 GB4717
DESCRIPTION
Enter the number of units listed in the left hand column which go to make up the panel, complete the
multiplication to obtain the quiescent current then multiply by the standby and alarm hours required
by the standard.
POWER SUPPLY RATING
The minimum Power Supply Rating ( 4 ) is obtained by calculating the manufacturers recommended
battery charge current [ see Note ] ( 1 ) then adding the quiescent current of the entire system ( 2 )
and the alarm current ( 3 ).
1. Battery Capacity (AH) (determined from Calculator) = Amps
24 x 0.8
2. Add Quiescent Current of the System (Iq) = Amps
3. Add the extra current that is drawn when in alarm (Ia) = Amps
4. Minimum Current Rating of Power Supply is = Amps
Note: Point 1 Battery Capacity
The capacity of the battery shall be such that in the event of failure of the primary power source the
batteries shall be capable of maintaining the system in normal working (quiescent) condition for at
least 24 h, after which sufficient capacity shall remain to operate two worst case AZF’s and
associated ACF’s for 30 min.
When calculating battery capacity, allowance shall be made for the expected loss of capacity over
the useful life of the battery. A new battery shall be at least 125% of the calculated capacity
requirements, based on a loss of 20% of its capacity over the useful life of the battery.
Note: Where the fire control station will not receive the system's total power supply failure signal, the
battery should have sufficient capacity to maintain the system for 96 h.
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POWER SUPPLY & BATTERY CALCULATOR

Panel Configuration Iq Calculation Iq Evac Iq in Ia in

Type mA mA
No Off = Iq
X mA
Basic 1 loop panel 240 EV20 41 650
Basic 2 loop panel 254
Basic 16 Zone panel 360 EV40 140 2500
Extender 1.8 EV60 150 3800
SmartTerminal 156.2 EV120 150 8500
LED repeater 27
Evac Module

Interface Modules

Additional 3,5 loops add 40 each

Additional 2,4 loops add 15 each
16 zone 143
16/16 I/O 5
Fire Fan Control 14
32 Zone LED 0
Network I/F 74
Controller I/F 5.1
Valve or Pump Display 3.7
8 Way Bell Monitor 20
Agent Release 29

Loop Devices

XP95 Thermal A / B 0.25

Discovery Thermal C&D 0.5
XP95 Ion 0.28
XP95 Photo 0.34
Discovery Multisensor 0.5
Discovery Photo 0.4
Discovery Ion 0.5
XP95 Short cct isolator 0.11
XP95 I/O module 1.2
XP95 Sounder control 1.9
XP95 MCP 0.35
XP95 Zone Monitor 6
Ampac 3 I/O loop power 2.1
Ampac 3 I/O ext. power 1.5
Ampac SID / SIOD 1.7

Iq =

Devices activating when the system is in alarm

8 x Relays 60
Bell 30
Other
Ida=

Devices de-activating when the system goes into alarm

Aircon Relays 20
Electric locks 100
Other
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Idd=

I Alarm ( Ia = Iq + Ida – Idd ) = mA

Battery capacity at end of = ( Iq x 24 ) + Fc( Ia x 0.5 )

battery life
= Note: The figure of 24
NOTE:  above should be
replaced with 96 if
Agent Release is used
=
Note:  1,000ma = 1 Amp = Ah
Fc = capacity de-rating factor
AS 1670.1 states a factor of 2 is deemed
to satisfy the criteria.

New battery capacity = Ah x 1.25

requirement
= Ah

Rounded up to nearest Ah
available

PRIMARY POWER SOURCE CALCULATIONS

Battery Charger Current

Requirement: Battery is charged for 24 hrs. to provide 5Iq + 0.5Ia

= ( 5x Iq ) + Fc( 0.5 x Ia )
=
=
Ah Requirement = Ah

Battery Charging Current = Ah above

Required
24 x e
e is the battery efficiency, 0.8 = A

Power Supply Requirement

Select the greater of 1 or 2

1. Ia + non- battery backed ancillary alarm loads

2. Iq + non – battery backed quiescent loads

If the power supply is used as the charger the current rating of the supply shall be [( 1 or 2 ) + battery
charger current ].
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EXAMPLE CALCULATION

Panel Configuration Iq Calculation Iq Evac Iq in Ia in

Type mA mA
No Off = Iq
X mA
Basic 1 loop panel 1 240 240 EV20 41 650
Basic 2 loop panel 254 0
Basic 16 Zone panel 360 0 EV40 140 2500
Extender 1 1.8 1.8 EV60 150 3800
LCD repeater 156.2 0 EV120 150 8500
LED repeater 2 27 54
Evac Module 0

Interface Modules

Additional 3,5 loops add 40 each 0

Additional 2,4 loops add 15 each 0
16 zone 3 143 429
16/16 I/O 1 5 5
Fire Fan Control 1 6 6.7
32 Zone LED 0 0
Network I/F 74 0
Controller I/F 5.1 0
Valve or Pump Display 1 3.7 3.7
8 Way Bell Monitor 20 0
Agent Release 29

Loop Devices

XP95 Thermal A & B 30 0.25 7.5

Discovery Thermal C&D 0.5 0
XP95 Ion 0.28 0
XP95 Photo 0.34 0
Discovery Multisensor 30 0.5 15
Discovery Photo 0.4 0
Discovery Ion 0.5 0
XP95 Short cct isolator 0.11 0
XP95 I/O module 5 1.2 6
XP95 Sounder control 1.9 0
XP95 MCP 0.35 0
XP95 Zone Monitor 6 0
Ampac 3 I/O loop power 2.1 0
Ampac 3 I/O ext power 1.5 0
Ampac SID / SIOD 1.7 0
0
Iq = 768.7

Devices activating when the system is in alarm

8 X Relays 10 60 600
Bell 4 30 120
Other
Ida= 720

Devices de-activating when the system goes into alarm

Aircon Relays 2 20 40
Electric locks 4 100 400
Other eg LAM
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Idd= 440
I Alarm ( Ia = Iq + Ida – Idd ) = 769 + 720 – 440 = 1049mA

Battery capacity at end of = ( Iq x 24 ) + Fc( Ia x 0.5 )

battery life
= ( 769ma x 24 ) + 2( 1049ma x 0.5 )
= 18456ma + 1050ma
Note:  1,000ma = 1 Amp = 19.506Ah

New battery capacity = 19.5 x 1.25

requirement
= 24.375 Ah

Rounded up to nearest 25 Ah
available

PRIMARY POWER SOURCE CALCULATIONS

Battery Charger Current

Requirement: Battery is charged for 24 hrs. to provide 5Iq + 0.5Ia

= ( 5x Iq ) + Fc( 0.5 x Ia )
= ( 5 x 769 ) + 2( 0.5 x 1049 )
= 3845 + 1050
Ah Requirement = 4.895Ah

Battery Charging Current = 4.895

Required
24 x e
e is the battery efficiency, 0.8 = 0.26A ( rounded )

Power Supply Requirement

Select the greater of 1 or 2

1. Ia + non- battery backed ancillary alarm loads

2. Iq + non – battery backed quiescent loads

If the power supply is used as the charger the current rating of the supply shall be
[(1 or 2) + battery charger current].
List of Compatible Batteries
(Tested by SSL to comply with AS 1603. 4 1987 Appendix G [valid until June 2002]).
Note 1: afp number is the SSL Listing Number.
Note 2: Types are the Manufacturers and not the suppliers.
Note 3: Automotive type batteries are not normally suitable for stationary use.
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afp - 791 afp - 792 afp - 1220 afp - 1228
Yuasa Power-Sonic Matsushita B&B
NP Series PS Series LCR Series BP Series
LCR12V4BP
NPH1.3-12
LC-R125P
NPH2-12
LC-RC1217P
NPH3.2-12 PS-1208
LC-R127P
NPH5-12 PS-1212
LC-R127R2P
NPH16-12 PS-1219 BP 1.2-12
NP0.8-12 PS-1232 BP 1.9-12
afp - 1221
NP1.2-12 PS-1240 BP 4 –12
Matsushita
NP1.9-12 PS-1270 BP 7 –12
LCL Series
NP2.3-12 PS-12120 BP 12-12
LC-LA12V33P
NP2-12 PS-12180 BP 17-12
NP2.6-12 PS-12240 BP 24-12
Afp - 1222
NP4-12 PS-12330 BP 40-12
Matsushita
NP7-12 PS-12400
LCX Series
NP12-12 PS-12650
LC-X1224P9(AP)
NP24-12
LC-X1228P(AP)
NP24-12B
LC-X1238P(AP)
NP38-12
LC-X1242P(AP)
NP65-12
LC-X1265P
LC-XA12100P

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