Fire Alarm Control Panel

NFS-320/E/C

Programming Manual

Document 52746
4/25/2008
Rev:
P/N 52746:C

ECN 08-365

Fire Alarm System Limitations

While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm systemtypically made up of
smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible
warning devices, and a fire alarm control panel with remote
notification capabilitycan provide early warning of a developing fire. Such a system, however, does not assure protection
against property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire.
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detectors be located throughout a protected premise following the
recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire
Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's
recommendations, State and local codes, and the recommendations contained in the Guides for Proper Use of System
Smoke Detectors, which are made available at no charge to all
installing dealers. These documents can be found at http://
www.systemsensor.com/html/applicat.html. A study by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the
United States government) indicated that smoke detectors
may not go off in as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm
systems are designed to provide early warning against fire,
they do not guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire
alarm system may not provide timely or adequate warning, or
simply may not function, for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors
also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building.
A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a firstfloor or basement fire.
Particles of combustion or smoke from a developing fire
may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors
because:

Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or

chimneys may inhibit particle or smoke flow.

Smoke particles may become cold, stratify, and not reach

the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located.

Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air

outlets.

Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before

reaching the detector.

The amount of smoke present may be insufficient to alarm

smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at
various levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not
created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the
detectors will not go into alarm.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing
limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing
chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming
fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires
better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different
ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type
of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detector
may not provide adequate warning of a fire.
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate
warning of fires caused by arson, children playing with
matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of
flammable materials, etc.).

Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and

alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise
heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time.
For this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector
should be tested at least once per year by a qualified fire protection specialist. Heat detectors are designed to protect
property, not life.
IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the
same room as the control panel and in rooms used by the system for the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communications, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so
located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crippling its ability to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people
if these devices are located on the other side of closed or
partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building.
Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or
those who have recently consumed drugs, alcohol or medication. Please note that:

Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures

in people with conditions such as epilepsy.

Studies have shown that certain people, even when they

hear a fire alarm signal, do not respond or comprehend the
meaning of the signal. It is the property owner's responsibility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to
make people aware of fire alarm signals and instruct them
on the proper reaction to alarm signals.

In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can

cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.

A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical

power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have
been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically compatible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equipment listed for service with your control panel.
Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a
premise to a central monitoring station may be out of service
or temporarily disabled. For added protection against telephone line failure, backup radio transmission systems are recommended.
The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inadequate maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in
excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per
the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA standards. At a minimum, the requirements of NFPA 72 shall be
followed. Environments with large amounts of dust, dirt or
high air velocity require more frequent maintenance. A maintenance agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturer's representative. Maintenance should be scheduled
monthly or as required by National and/or local fire codes and
should be performed by authorized professional fire alarm
installers only. Adequate written records of all inspections
should be kept.
Limit-C1-2-2007

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Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be
connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all
sources of power before servicing. Control unit and associated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is
energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this
unit until manuals are read and understood.
CAUTION - System Re-acceptance Test after Software
Changes: To ensure proper system operation, this product
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 after any programming operation or change in site-specific software. Reacceptance testing is required after any change, addition or
deletion of system components, or after any modification,
repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring. All components, circuits, system operations, or software functions known
to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition,
to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected,
at least 10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected
by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be
tested and proper system operation verified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0-49
C/32-120 F and at a relative humidity 93% 2% RH (noncondensing) at 32C 2C (90F 3F). However, the useful
life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic components may be adversely affected by extreme temperature
ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this
system and its peripherals be installed in an environment with
a normal room temperature of 15-27 C/60-80 F.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indicating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a
10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.

Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may

operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to lightning induced transients. Although no system is completely
immune from lightning transients and interference, proper
grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial
wiring is not recommended, due to an increased susceptibility
to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical Services Department if any problems are anticipated or encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or
inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing,
reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make
all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifications, verify that they will not interfere with battery, transformer, or printed circuit board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Overtightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal
contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
This system contains static-sensitive components.
Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the
body. Use static suppressive packaging to protect electronic
assemblies removed from the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and programming manuals. These instructions must be followed to
avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment.
FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation.
Precau-D1-9-2005

FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual may
cause interference to radio communications. It has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for class A
computing devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when devices are
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his or her own expense.

Canadian Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.

HARSH, NIS, Notifier Integrated Systems, and NOTIFIRENET are all trademarks; and Acclimate Plus, FlashScan, NION, NOTIFIER,
ONYX, ONYXWorks, UniNet, VeriFire, and VIEW are all registered trademarks of Honeywell International Inc. HARSH, NIS, Notifier Integrated
Systems, and NOTIFIRENET are all trademarks; and Acclimate Plus, FlashScan, NION, NOTIFIER, ONYX, ONYXWorks, UniNet,
VeriFire, and VIEW are all registered trademarks of Honeywell International Inc. HARSH, NIS, Notifier Integrated Systems, and
NOTIFIRENET are all trademarks; and Acclimate Plus, FlashScan, NION, NOTIFIER, ONYX, ONYXWorks, UniNet, VeriFire, and VIEW
are all registered trademarks of Honeywell International Inc. Echelon is a registered trademark and LonWorks is a trademark of Echelon Corporation.
ARCNET is a registered trademark of Datapoint Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. LEXAN

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Software Downloads
In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our customers, we make
frequent upgrades to the embedded software in our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest
features, we strongly recommend that you download the most current version of software for each product prior to
commissioning any system. Contact Technical Support with any questions about software and the appropriate version for
a specific application.

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Table of Contents
Section 1: General Information................................................................................................ 9
1.1: UL 864 Compliance.......................................................................................................................................9
1.1.1: Products Subject to AHJ Approval......................................................................................................9
1.1.2: Programming Features Subject to AHJ Approval ...............................................................................9
1.2: About This Manual ........................................................................................................................................9
1.2.1: Cautions,Warning, and Notes..............................................................................................................9
1.2.2: Typographic Conventions..................................................................................................................10
1.2.3: Supplemental Information .................................................................................................................10
1.2.4: Shortcuts to Operating Functions ......................................................................................................11
1.3: Introduction to the Control Panel ................................................................................................................12
1.4: Features........................................................................................................................................................12
1.5: How to Enter a Password.............................................................................................................................12

Section 2: Programming ........................................................................................................ 14

2.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................14
2.2: How to Enter Programming.........................................................................................................................14
2.3: Basic Program..............................................................................................................................................15
2.3.1: Clear Memory (0=CLR)......................................................................................................................16
2.3.2: Autoprogram the Control Panel (1=AUTO)........................................................................................16
Purpose .................................................................................................................................................16
Create a New Program for the Control Panel.......................................................................................16
Add a Device to the Program ...............................................................................................................17
Remove a Device from the Program ....................................................................................................18
Change Autoprogram Default Values ..................................................................................................19
2.3.3: Modify or Delete a Point (2=POINT)..................................................................................................20
Modify an Addressable Detector Point ................................................................................................21
Modify an Addressable Monitor Module Point....................................................................................22
Monitor Module Default Zone Assignments........................................................................................23
Modify an Addressable Control Module Point ....................................................................................23
Modify NAC Points..............................................................................................................................25
2.3.4: Change a Password (3=PASSWD) .......................................................................................................26
2.3.5: Create a System Message (4=MESSAGE) ...........................................................................................27
2.3.6: Create a Custom Zone Label (5=ZONE).............................................................................................28
2.3.7: Program Special Zones (6=SPL FUNCT) .............................................................................................28
Special Zone Descriptions....................................................................................................................28
Selecting Special Zones........................................................................................................................29
2.3.8: Change Global System Functions (7=SYSTEM) .................................................................................31
Global System Functions......................................................................................................................32
Annunciator Options ............................................................................................................................33
ACS Selection Group Example ............................................................................................................33
Annunciation Points .............................................................................................................................34
ACS Selection Group A: .....................................................................................................................35
ACS Selection Group B: ....................................................................................................................36
ACS Selection Group C (SLC #1, Modules 1-64): ............................................................................36
ACS Selection Group E (SLC #1, Modules 65-128): ........................................................................37
ACS Selection Group G (SLC #1, Modules 129-159): ......................................................................37
ACS Selection Group H (SLC #1, Detectors 1-64): ...........................................................................37
ACS Selection Group J (SLC #1, Detectors 65-128): ........................................................................38
ACS Selection Group L (SLC #1, Detectors 129-159): .....................................................................38
ACS Selection Group M.......................................................................................................................38
ACS Selection Group N .......................................................................................................................39
ACS Selection Group O .......................................................................................................................39
2.3.9: How to Check the Program for Errors (8=CHECK PRG).....................................................................39
2.4: The Network Program .................................................................................................................................40

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2.5: The Utility Program .....................................................................................................................................40

2.6: FlashScan Poll..............................................................................................................................................42
2.7: Setting the Baud Rate of Serial Ports...........................................................................................................43
2.7.1: Printer Serial Port ..............................................................................................................................43
2.7.2: CRT Serial Port..................................................................................................................................43

Section 3: Status Change ...................................................................................................... 44

3.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................44
3.2: How to Enter Status Change ........................................................................................................................44
3.3: Disable or Enable a Point.............................................................................................................................45
3.4: Changing Detector Sensitivity .....................................................................................................................46
3.5: Clearing Alarm Verification Counters .........................................................................................................47
3.6: Clearing the History Buffer..........................................................................................................................47
3.7: Setting the System Time and Date ...............................................................................................................47
3.8: Walk Test......................................................................................................................................................48
3.8.1: Basic Walk Test .................................................................................................................................49
3.8.2: Advanced Walk Test..........................................................................................................................50
3.8.3: Walk Test Activation Indications ......................................................................................................50
3.8.4: Viewing Walk Test Results ...............................................................................................................51

Appendix A: Releasing Applications .................................................................................... 52

A.1: Overview .....................................................................................................................................................52
A.1.1: Description of Releasing Zones .......................................................................................................52
A.1.2: NFPA Releasing Applications ..........................................................................................................53
A.2: How to Program a Releasing Zone .............................................................................................................53
A.2.1: Programming a Delay Timer ............................................................................................................53
A.2.2: Abort Switches..................................................................................................................................54
Definition of Abort Switches................................................................................................................54
How an Abort Switch Works................................................................................................................54
Programming a ULI Abort Switch .......................................................................................................56
Programming an IRI Abort Switch.......................................................................................................57
Programming a NYC Abort Switch......................................................................................................58
Programming an AHJ Abort Switch.....................................................................................................60
A.2.3: Using Cross Zones ............................................................................................................................62
Purpose of Cross Zones ........................................................................................................................62
How Cross Zones Work........................................................................................................................62
A.2.4: Programming a Soak Timer ..............................................................................................................64
A.2.5: Using Type Codes for Releasing Zones ...........................................................................................65
ABORT SWITCH Type Code...................................................................................................................66
MAN. RELEASE Type Code ....................................................................................................................67
MANREL DELAY Type Code ..................................................................................................................68
SECOND SHOT Type Code .....................................................................................................................70
RELEASE END BELL ...............................................................................................................................72
REL CKT ULC Type Code ......................................................................................................................74
RELEASE CKT Type Code .....................................................................................................................76
Relea. Form-C Type Code....................................................................................................................78
REL AUDIBLE Type Code.......................................................................................................................80
INSTANT RELE Type Code .....................................................................................................................82
REL CODE BELL Type Code ..................................................................................................................83
A.3: Initiating Devices ........................................................................................................................................84
A.4: Warning Sounders .......................................................................................................................................84
A.5: Auxiliary Control Functions .......................................................................................................................85
A.6: ACS Annunciation ......................................................................................................................................85

Appendix B: Special Zone Outputs....................................................................................... 86

B.1: Presignal and Positive Alarm Sequence (PAS) ...........................................................................................86
B.1.1: What is Presignal and PAS?..............................................................................................................86
Purpose .................................................................................................................................................86
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Notes on using F0.................................................................................................................................86

Restrictions on using F0 .......................................................................................................................86
B.1.2: Selecting Presignal and PAS Outputs ...............................................................................................87
Presignal ...............................................................................................................................................87
Positive Alarm Sequence (PAS)...........................................................................................................87
B.2: Time Control Zones ....................................................................................................................................87
B.3: Coding Functions for NACS.......................................................................................................................87

Appendix C: Intelligent Sensing Applications ..................................................................... 89

C.1: Overview .....................................................................................................................................................89
C.2: Features .......................................................................................................................................................89
C.2.1: Drift Compensation and Smoothing .................................................................................................89
C.2.2: Maintenance Warnings Three Levels ............................................................................................90
C.2.3: Self-Optimizing Pre-Alarm...............................................................................................................91
C.2.4: Detector Sensitivity...........................................................................................................................91
C.2.5: Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing ................................................................................................92
C.3: Pre-Alarm....................................................................................................................................................93
C.3.1: Definition ..........................................................................................................................................93
C.3.2: Alert Level ........................................................................................................................................93
Alert Functions .....................................................................................................................................93
Example of an Alert Level ...................................................................................................................93
C.3.3: Action Level......................................................................................................................................94
Action Functions ..................................................................................................................................94
C.3.4: How to Select a Pre-Alarm Level ....................................................................................................94
C.4: Detector Sensitivity Settings .......................................................................................................................95
C.4.1: How to Select Pre-Alarm and Alarm Sensitivity..............................................................................95
C.4.2: How to Test Detectors Set Below 0.50% Obscuration per Foot.......................................................96
C.5: Detector Maintenance Features...................................................................................................................97
C.5.1: Overview...........................................................................................................................................97
C.5.2: How to Access Detector Maintenance Information..........................................................................97
C.5.3: View Detector Maintenance for a Detector ......................................................................................97
C.5.4: Print a Detector Maintenance Report................................................................................................97
C.5.5: Interpreting a Detector Status Display or Maintenance Report ........................................................98

Appendix D: CBE (Control-By-Event) ................................................................................. 100

D.1: Description................................................................................................................................................100
D.2: Input and Outputs......................................................................................................................................100
D.3: Equations ..................................................................................................................................................100
D.4: Equation Entry ..........................................................................................................................................101
D.4.1: Logic Functions ..............................................................................................................................101
The AND Operator .........................................................................................................................101
The OR Operator.............................................................................................................................101
The NOT Operator..........................................................................................................................101
The ONLY1 Operator .....................................................................................................................101
The ANY2 Operator .......................................................................................................................101
The ANY3 Operator .......................................................................................................................101
The XZONE Operator.....................................................................................................................101
The RANGE Operator ....................................................................................................................101
D.4.2: Equation Syntax Example...............................................................................................................102
D.4.3: Evaluating an Equation...................................................................................................................102
D.4.4: Argument Entries............................................................................................................................102
D.4.5: Time Delay Functions.....................................................................................................................103
The DEL Operator ..........................................................................................................................103
The SDEL Operator ........................................................................................................................103
D.5: CBE Example ...........................................................................................................................................103

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Appendix E: Detector Initialization ..................................................................................... 104

E.1: Overview ...................................................................................................................................................104
E.2: System Testing and Detector Initialization................................................................................................104
E.3: How to Replace a Detector........................................................................................................................104
E.4: How to Manually Initialize a Detector ......................................................................................................105

Appendix F: Type Codes...................................................................................................... 106

F.1: What are Type Codes? ...............................................................................................................................106
F.2: How to Select a Type Code........................................................................................................................106
F.3: In this Appendix.........................................................................................................................................106
F.4: Type Codes for Input Devices....................................................................................................................106
F.4.1: Overview .........................................................................................................................................106
F.4.2: Type Codes for Intelligent Detectors ..............................................................................................106
F.4.3: Type Codes for Monitor Modules ...................................................................................................107
F.5: Type Codes for Output Devices .................................................................................................................108
F.5.1: Overview .........................................................................................................................................108
F.5.2: Type Codes for Control Modules ....................................................................................................108
F.5.3: NAC Type Codes ............................................................................................................................109

Appendix G: Region Settings .............................................................................................. 112

Index ...................................................................................................................................... 115

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Section 1: General Information

1.1 UL 864 Compliance
1.1.1 Products Subject to AHJ Approval
This product has been certified to comply with the requirements in the Standard for Control Units
and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864 9th Ediiton.
A complete listing identifying which products have or have not received UL 864 9th Edition
certification is located in the installation manual of this fire alarm system. Those products which
have not received UL 864 9th Edition certification may only be used in retrofit applications.
Operation of the NFS-320 with products not tested for UL 864 9th Edition has not been evaluated
and may not comply with NFPA 72 and /or UL 864. These applications will require the approval of
the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

1.1.2 Programming Features Subject to AHJ Approval

This product incorporates field-programmable software. The features and/or options listed below
must be approved by the local AHJ..
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the requirements in the Standard for
Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values
or not used at all as indicated below.
Program Feature or Option

Permitted in UL 864? (Y/N)

Possible Settings

Settings Permitted in UL 864

IP downloads over a local area network

(LAN) or the internet (WAN - WIde Area
Network)

No

Yes
No
Timed

No

Releasing: Abort Switch

Yes

NYC
AHJ
ULI
IRI

ULI
IRI

Detector Programming: Supervisory

Type Codes

Yes

SUP L(DUCTI)
SUP T(DUCTI)
SUP T(DUCTP)
SUP L(DUCTP)
SUP L(ION)
SUP T(ION)
SUP L(PHOTO)
SUP T(PHOTO)
SUP L(LASER)
SUP T(LASER)

SUP L(DUCTI)
SUP T(DUCTI)
SUP L(DUCTP)
SUP T(DUCTP)

ALA.SCROLL (Scroll Display)

No

Y
N

TBL.REMIND

Yes

*, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Table 1.1 Programming Settings

1.2 About This Manual

1.2.1 Cautions,Warning, and Notes
The following graphics appear in the manual to indicate a caution or a warning.

CAUTION:
Information about procedures that could cause programming errors, runtime errors, or equipment
damage.

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About This Manual

WARNING:
Information about procedures that could cause irreversible damage to the control panel, irreversible
loss of programming data or personal injury.

NOTE: Information that highlights an important part of the preceding or subsequent text or
illustration.

1.2.2 Typographic Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions as listed below:
When you see

Specifies

Example

text in small caps

the text as it appears in

the LCD display or on the
control panel

is a selection that appears

in the LCD display; or Press the ENTER
key

text in quotes

a reference to a section or
an LCD menu screen

Status Change specifies the Status

Change section or menu screen

bold text

In body text, a number or

character that you enter

Press 1; means to press the number

1 on the keypad

italic text

a specific document

NFS-320 Installation Manual

a graphic of the key

In a graphic, a key as it
appears on the control
panel

Press
key

MARCH TIME

means to press the Escape

Table 1.2 Typographic Conventions in this Manual

NOTE: The term NFS-320 is used in this manual to refer to the NFS-320, the NFS-320E and the
NFS-320C unless otherwise noted.

1.2.3 Supplemental Information

The table below provides a list of documents referenced in this manual, as well as documents for
selected other compatible devices. The document series chart (DOC-NOT) provides the current
document revision. A copy of this document is included in every shipment.
Compatible Conventional Devices (Non-addressable)

Document Number

Device Compatibility Document

15378

Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and Main Power Supply Installation

Document Number

NFS-320/E/C Installation, Operations, and Programming Manuals

52745, 52746, 52747

SLC Wiring Manual

51253

Note: For individual SLC Devices, refer to the SLC Wiring Manual
Off-line Programming Utility

Document Number

Table 1.3 Related Documentation (1 of 2)

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General Information

VeriFire Tools CD help file

VeriFire Medium Systems Help File

VERIFIRE-TCD
VERIFIRE-CD

Cabinets & Chassis

Document Number

CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Installation Document

15330

Battery/Peripherals Enclosure Installation Document

50295

Power Supplies, Auxiliary Power Supplies & Battery Chargers

Document Number

ACPS-610 Addressable Power Supply

53018

ACPS-2406 Installation Manual

51304

APS-6R Instruction Manual

50702

CHG-120 Battery Charger Manual

50641

FCPS-24 Field Charger/Power Supply Manual

50059

FCPS-24S Field Charger/Power Supply Manual (Sync)

51977

Networking

Document Number

NotiFireNet Manual, Network Version 4.0 & Higher

51584

NCM-W/F Installation Document

51533

NCS Network Control Station Manual, Network Version 4.0 & Higher

51658

NCA-2 Network Control Annunciator Manual

52482

System Components

Document Number

Annunciator Control System Manual

15842

Annunciator Fixed Module Manual

15048

AFM-16A Annunciator Fixed Module Manual

15207

ACM-8R Annunciator Control Module Manual

15342

LCD-80 manual

15037

FDU-80 Remote Annunciator Manual

51264

LDM Series Lamp Driver Annunciator Manual

15885

SCS Smoke Control Manual (Smoke and HVAC Control Station)

15712

RPT-485W/RPT-485WF EIA-485 Annunciator Loop Repeater Manual

15640

DPI-232 Direct Panel Interface Manual

51499

TM-4 Installation Document (Reverse Polarity Transmitter)

51490

UDACT Manual (Universal Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter)

50050

RA400Z Remote LED Annunciator Installation Document

I56-508

FireVoice 25/50 Manual

52290

Table 1.3 Related Documentation (2 of 2)

1.2.4 Shortcuts to Operating Functions

To the left of each program function, youll find a keypad shortcut, which contains
a series of keypad entries required to access the program function. All shortcuts
start with the control panel in normal operation.
For example, the keypad shortcut to the left shows how to enter the Read Status
function with the control panel in normal operation.

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Introduction to the Control Panel

1.3 Introduction to the Control Panel

The NFS-320 is an intelligent, field-programmable Fire Alarm Control Panel. Field-programming
the control panel lets you customize the fire alarm system by selecting and setting program options
for intelligent/addressable detectors and modules, and Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs).
This manual provides information for programming using the NFS-320 keypad connected to the
control panel.
For details on control panel operation, refer to the NFS-320 Operations Manual.
The NFS-320 provides two methods for field-programming the control panel:
Using the built-in Program Change interface
The VeriFire Tools Programming Utility
The benefits of each method are listed below:
Programming method

Benefits

Refer to

Program Change

Speed and convenience of

putting the control panel on
line quickly (using the
Autoprogram function) and
changing programming
information.

Section Programming on
page 14

VeriFire Tools
Programming Utility

Efficient means of creating

and editing programs that
require a lot of data entry.

Product documentation &

Software help file

1.4 Features
Programming features include the following:
Ease-of-use Field program the control panel without needing special software skills.
Autoprogram option Automatically detects newly installed, addressable devices, allowing
quicker installation.
Local programming program directly from the control panel keypad to reduce installation
time.
PC programming input long data entry programming information on a PC; transfer
programming data between a PC and the control panel using VeriFire Tools programming
utility.
Security use passwords to control access to the control panel and protect memory.
80-Character (2x40) Liquid Crystal Display view programming and device information on
the control panel.

1.5 How to Enter a Password

The control panel provides two types of selectable passwords:

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General Information

Listed below are uses and the factory-setting for each password type:
Password
type

Use to

Factory
Setting

Program
Change
(high level)

Enter Program Change option to program

essential control panel functions, including basic
system functions and utility options.

00000

Status Change
(low level)

Enter Status Change option to program minor

functions.

11111

Table 1.4 Programming Passwords

From the SYSTEM NORMAL screen: Press ENTER, press 1 (the password screen will display).
Enter a password, then press ENTER
ENTER PROG OR STAT PASSWORD, THEN ENTER.
(ESCAPE TO ABORT) _
Enter password here (00000 or 11111)

Figure 1.1 Password Screen

In Program Change or Status Change, the control panel does the following:
Activates the System Trouble relay
Shuts off the panel sounder
Flashes the SYSTEM TROUBLE LED, which continues to flash while programming
For security purposes, passwords can be changed. To do so, follow the instructions in Change a
Password (3=passwd) on page 26.
NOTE: The Read Status selection, which does not require a program password, is covered in
the NFS-320 Operations Manual.

NOTE: The NFS-320 continues to monitor and report alarms in programming mode, except in
autoprogramming.

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2.1 Overview
Program Change is the programming level that lets you change the essential control panel
functions, such as point programming, changing passwords, changing system functions. Included
are four options: Basic Program, Network, FlashScan Poll, and Utility Program.
The structure of the Program Change option is shown below:
1=BASIC PROGRAM
3-UTILITY

2=NETWORK
4=FLASHSCAN POLL

Choose one of the Program Change selections: 1, 2, 3 or 4

1 Basic Program options

0=CLR 1=AUTO 2=POINT 3=PASSWD 4=MESSAGE

5=ZONES 6=SPL FUNCT 7=SYSTEM 8=CHECK PRG

2 Network Program options

THRESHOLD CH.A:H, THRESHOLD CH.B:H

NODE:
.000, STYLE7:Y,
<ENTER>

3 Utility Program options

REGION:0
TBL.REMIND=2
LOCAL CONTROL=0

ALA.SCROLL=N

4 FlashScan Poll options

FLASHSCAN

L1DET
N

L1MOD
Y

Figure 2.1 Program Change Selections

This section contains instructions and sample screens for using the Programming selections:
Basic Program The Basic Program lets you program essential functions, such as clearing
the program, Autoprogramming the system, programming points, and setting system
functions. Refer to Basic Program on page 15.
Network Program The Network Program allows programming of network channel
thresholds, network node number, and wiring style.The Network Program on page 40.
Utility Program The Utility Program screen provides selections for selecting a Trouble
Reminder per NFPA, selecting a Region setting, and enabling or disabling local control of
the ACKNOWLEDGE/SCROLL DISPLAY, SIGNAL SILENCE, DRILL and SYSTEM RESET keys.
Refer to The Utility Program on page 40.
FlashScan Poll The FlashScan Poll screen provides the option for selecting between CLIP
(Classic Loop Interface Poll) and FlashScan Poll. Refer to FlashScan Poll on page 42.

2.2 How to Enter Programming

To enter Program Change, follow these steps:

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1.

At the SYSTEM NORMAL screen, press the ENTER key. The control panel displays the
Entry screen, as shown below:
1=PROGRAMMING
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

2.

2=READ STATUS ENTRY

At the Entry screen, press the 1 key. The control panel displays the Enter Password screen
as shown below:
ENTER PROG OR STAT PASSWORD, THEN ENTER.
(ESCAPE TO ABORT) _

3.

Enter your Program Change password (See How to Enter a Password on page 12). The
control panel displays the Program Change Selection screen, as shown below:
1=BASIC PROGRAM
3-UTILITY

4.

2=NETWORK
4=FLASHSCAN POLL

Select a Program Change selection: 1, 2, 3 or 4.

2.3 Basic Program

From the Program Change Selection screen, press the 1 key to display the Basic Program
screen which provides nine (9) options as shown below:
0=CLR 1=AUTO 2=POINT 3=PASSWD 4=MESSAGE
5=ZONES 6=SPL FUNCT 7=SYSTEM 8=CHECK PRG

Press the number of any one of the nine (9) options as detailed below
Option 0=CLR - Clears all existing user programming. For details, refer to How to Clear Memory
(0=CLR) on page page 16. Note: The user is prompted to double-check that this is what is really
wanted.
Option 1=AUTO - Add or remove addressable devices to the control panel program. For details,
refer to How to Autoprogram the Control Panel (1=AUTO) on page page 16.
Option 2=POINT - Modify or delete a point. For details, refer to How to Modify or Delete a
Point (2=POINT) on page page 20.
Option 3=PASSWD - Change the Program Change or the Alter Status password. For details, refer
to How to Change a Password (3=PASSWORD) on page page 26.
Option 4=MESSAGE - Edit the 40-character message that displays on the first line. For details,
refer to How to Create a System Message (4=MESSAGE) on page page 27.
Option 5=ZONES - Edit the 20-character custom zone label for zones 01-99. For details, refer to
How to Create a Custom Zone Label (5=ZONE) on page page 28.
Option 6=SPL FUNCT - Program Releasing Zones and Special Zones. For details, refer to How
to Program Special Zones (6=SPL FUNCT) on page page 28.
Option 7=SYSTEM - Program Global System Functions. For details, refer to How to Change
Global System Functions (7=SYSTEM) on page page 31.
Option 8=CHECK PRG - Check the program for errors. For details, refer to How to Check the
Program for Errors (8=check prg) on page 39.

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2.3.1 Clear Memory (0=CLR)

Program Change
Password

1.

The Clear option removes all programming information from control panel
memory. If installing the control panel for the first time, use option 0 to clear
control panel memory. To do so, follow these steps:

From the Basic Program screen, press the 0 (zero) key to display the Clear Program screen.
The control panel prompts for verification as shown below:
PRESS ENTER TO CLEAR ENTIRE PROGRAM
OR ESCAPE TO ABORT

2.

Press the ENTER key to clear control panel memory or press the ESC key to exit the screen
without clearing.

2.3.2 Autoprogram the Control Panel (1=AUTO)

Purpose
The Autoprogram option identifies all addressable devices connected to the control panel. Devices
include addressable detectors and modules connected to the SLC, and NACs. You can use the
Autoprogram option to create a new program and add or remove devices. A summary of the
Autoprogram functions, when to use the functions, and where to find information on using the
functions is found below:
Autoprogram Function

Control Panel Configuration

Refer to...

Create a new program for

the control panel

A new control panel or a control panel with no

existing program in memory.

Create a New Program for the

Control Panel on page 16

Add one or more

SLC-connected detectors
and modules to an
existing program

A program exists in memory and you want to

add a detector or module to the existing
programwithout modifying information for
existing detectors and modules.

Add a Device to the Program

on page 17

Remove one or more

SLC-connected detectors
and modules from an
existing program

A program exists in memory and you want to

remove an installed detector or module from
the existing programwithout modifying
information for existing detectors and
modules.

Remove a Device from the

Program on page 18

View system defaults

A program exists in memory and you want to

view system settings assigned during
Autoprogram, such as custom labels,
passwords, and so on.

Change Autoprogram Default

Values on page 19

Create a New Program for the Control Panel

Program Change
Password

16

This section covers how to use the Autoprogram option to create a new
program for the control panel. The control panel will identify all addressable
detectors and modules connected to the SLC.
To create a new program for the control panel, follow these steps:

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1.

Use the Clear option to clear program information from memory. For instructions on clearing
memory, refer to How to Clear Memory (0=CLR) on page page 16.

NOTE: Once Step 1 is completed, Step 2 will cause the panel to assess whether a loop is
comprised of all FlashScan devices or not. If they are all FlashScan, autoprogramming will
change the loop setting to FlashScan if it was not already at that setting. If the devices are not all
FlashScan, autoprogramming will not make a change to the default setting of CLIP. (See
FlashScan Poll on page 42 for FlashScan settings.)

2.

From the Basic Program screen, press the 1 key to start Autoprogram. While the control
panel scans the system to identify all SLC devices and NACs, it displays the following screen:
AUTOPROGRAM

PLEASE WAIT

When the autoprogram is finished identifying SLC devices and NACs, it displays a summary
screen that gives a count of all the devices it has located. Refer to the following screen for an
example of this display.
L1:010Dets, 159Mods

3.

Bells: 04

Press ENTER. All devices are automatically accepted during initial autoprogramming. The
following screen displays briefly, followed by the SYSTEM NORMAL screen.
ACCEPT ALL DEVICES

Please Wait!!!

To edit the autoprogramming default values for a point, refer to How to Modify or Delete a Point
(2=POINT) on page page 20.
To edit the autoprogram default values assigned to all modules and detectors during
autoprogramming, refer to Change Autoprogram Default Values on page 19.

Add a Device to the Program

You can also use the Autoprogram option to add addressable devices to the control panel program.
NOTE: When using the Autoprogram option with an existing program, the control panel does not
change program information for installed and programmed devices. However, it will assess
whether a loop contains all FlashScan devices and change the loop setting to FlashScan if
necessary.

The following steps describe how to add a new detector at SLC address 1D147 with 10 detectors in
the existing program:
1.

Physically install the addressable detector to the SLC at address 147 (for instructions, refer to
the NFS-320 Installation Manual and the installation document that comes with the detector).

2.

From the Basic Program screen, press the 1 key to start Autoprogram. The Autoprogram
Prompt screen appears in the LCD display as the control panel identifies addressable devices.
When finished identifying addressable devices, the control panel displays information for the
new detector at SLC address 1D147 on the LCD display as shown below:
PROGRM SMOKE(PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D147
03 __ __ __ __A8P8** 1D147

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3.

Press the ENTER key to add detector 147 to the program with the default program information.
If you want to change the default information, use the programming keys to do so, then press
the ENTER key to add detector 147 to the program.
The Autoprogram Summary screen appears. You can verify addition of the detector to the
program by noting the new count of detectors as shown below:
Note that the number of detectors increases (in this example
from 10 to 11) to show the addition of the detector to the SLC.

L1:011Dets, 159Mods
Panel Outputs: 64
Bells: 04

4.

Press the ENTER key, then press the esc key to save the program in memory and return to the
Basic Program screen).

Remove a Device from the Program

You can also use the Autoprogram option to remove addressable detectors and modules from the
control panel program.
NOTE: When using the Autoprogram option with an existing program, the control panel does not
change program information for installed and programmed devices.

The following steps describe how to delete a detector at SLC address 1D133 with 11 detectors
connected to the SLC in the existing program:
1.

Disconnect and remove the detector from the SLC at address 1D133.

2.

From the Basic Program screen, press the 1 key to start Autoprogram. The Autoprogram
Prompt screen displays while the control panel identifies addressable devices.

3.

When finished identifying addressable devices, the control panel displays a screen, indicating a
missing detector at SLC address 1D133 as shown below:
Type Code

PROGRM SMOKE (ION)

DETECTOR ADDR 1D133
DEVICE NOT ANSWERING DELETE FR MEM?1D133
SLC loop number (always displays 1)
D (detector) or M (module)
Three-digit address (001-159)

4.

Press the ENTER key to delete detector 1D133 from the program.
The Autoprogram Summary screen appears. You can verify removal of the detector from the
program by noting the new count of detectors as shown below:
Note that the number of detectors decreases (from 11 to
10) to show the removal of the detector from the SLC.

L1:010Dets, 159Mods

5.

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Bells: 04

Press the ENTER key, then press the ESC key to save the program in memory and return to the
Basic Program screen.

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Change Autoprogram Default Values

To assign system default values from the basic program screen, Press 0 (clear), then press 1
(autoprogram). Refer to the chart below for default values and how to modify them.
Function

Default Values

To Alter, refer to

Software
Zones
01-99

Default custom label Zone xx where xx is the

number of the zone
Note: Zone 00 is reserved for a general alarm.

How to Create a Custom Zone Label (5=ZONE) on page 28

F0

PRG PRESIGNAL FUNCT PRESIGNAL DELAY

DELAY=180
PAS=NO
F00

F0 (Presignal/PAS) The Presignal screen provides fields for

changing the delay time or PAS. For details on Presignal
selections, refer to Presignal and Positive Alarm Sequence
(PAS) on page 86. From the Special Function Change screen,
press the F key, then press the 0 key to display the Presignal
Function screen. on page 30

Releasing
Zones
R0-R9

PRG RELEASE FUNCT RELEASE CONTROL

DELAY=00 ABORT=ULI CROSS=N SOK=0000

R0-R9 (Releasing Functions) The Releasing Function screen

provides fields for changing releasing functions: Delay Timer, Abort
Switch, Cross Zone, and Soak Timer. For details on releasing
applications, refer to Releasing Applications on page 52. on
page 30 and How to Program a Releasing Zone on page 53
NOTE: The FCM-1-REL has an inherent two second
delay, which must be factored into the DELAY and SOK
(soak) times.

F5 and F6

PRG TIME FUNCTION

TIME CONTROL
ON=**:** OFF=**:** DAYS=********

F5-F6 (Time Control Functions) The Time Control screen

provides fields for changing the start time, stop time, or days of
the week. For details on time selections, refer to Time Control
Zones on page 87. From the Special Function Change screen,
select F5 or F6 to display the Time Control screen: on page 30

F7

PRG HOLIDAY FUNCTION **/** **/** **/**

**/** **/** **/**
**/** **/** **/**

F7 (Holiday) The Holiday screen provides fields for specifying up to

nine holiday dates. For details on holiday selections, refer to Time
Control Zones on page 87. From the Special Function Change
screen, press F7 to display the Holiday screen: on page 31

F8

PRG CODING FUNCTION CODE TYPE

MARCH TIME
F08

F8 (Coding Function) The Coding Function screen provides

fields for specifying one of seven coding functions: March Time,
Two-stage, California, Temporal, Canadian Two-Stage (3
minutes), Canadian Two-Stage (5 minutes), System Sensor
Strobe, Gentex Strobe, and Wheelock Strobe. For details on
selecting coding functions, refer to Coding Functions for
NACS on page 87. From the Special Function Change screen,
press F8 to display the Coding Function screen: on page 31

F9

PRE-ALARM FUNCT

F9 (Pre-Alarm) The Pre-Alarm screen provides fields for

programming the Alert or Action Pre-Alarm functions. For
details on Pre-Alarm selections, refer to Pre-Alarm on
page 93. From the Special Function Change screen, press F9
to display the Pre-Alarm screen: on page 31

ALERT
F09

How to Change Global System Functions (7=SYSTEM) on

System
SIL INH=0000 AUTO=0077
Parameters 0 VERIFY=30 USA TIME
page 31
TERM=N AC_DLY=Y LocT BLINK=01 ST=4 ACS=N
Passwords Default programming passwords are:
Program Change=00000
Status Change=11111

How to Change a Password (3=PASSWD) on page page 26

SYSTEM
NORMAL
message

(YOUR CUSTOM SYSTEM MESSAGE HERE)

SYSTEM NORMAL 10:23A 011508 Tue
A message, along with the current day, time, and
date, that displays on the second line of the LCD
display during normal operation.

Note: The second line, SYSTEM NORMAL, is a standard

system message that you cannot change

System
Message

(YOUR CUSTOM SYSTEM MESSAGE HERE)

SYSTEM NORMAL 10:23A 0711508 Tue
The first line of the LCD display contains 40 blank
characters for a custom message.

How to Create a System Message (4=MESSAGE) on page

page 27

IP ACCESS Default setting is zero (0), IP Access not enabled.

The Utility Program on page 40

Table 2.1 Autoprogram Defaults (1 of 2)

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Function

Default Values

To Alter, refer to

DCC Mode

Default setting is zero (0), no DCC participation.

The Utility Program on page 40

Table 2.1 Autoprogram Defaults (2 of 2)

2.3.3 Modify or Delete a Point (2=POINT)

Program Change
Password

After programming all SLC-connected devices into the system, you can
modify or delete points. From the Basic Program screen, press the 2 key to
display the Point Programming screen:
POINT PROG.
2=DELETE POINT

1=MODIFY POINT

To modify a point for a detector, module, or NAC: press the 1 key to display
the Modify Point screen.
To delete a point for a detector, module, or NAC: press the 2 key to display the Delete Point
screen.
Press

for detector point.

SLC number (always displays 1)

Three-digit address (001-159)

Modify Point Screen

POINT PROG.
ENTER:DETECTOR=*,LDAAA,E
MODULE=#,1MAAA,E
OUTPUT CKT=&,A-A,E
Press

for module point

Press

E - press the
ENTER key

E - press the
ENTER key

for NAC

SLC # (always displays 1)

Two-digit address for
NAC (01-04)

Three-digit address (001-159)

E - press the ENTER key

Delete Point Screen

DELETE POINT.
ENTER:DETECTOR=*,LDAAA,E
MODULE=#,LMAAA,E
OUTPUT CKT=&,A-A,E

The Modify Point and Delete Point screens let you edit or delete points for a detector, a monitor or
control module, or NAC. To select a point, follow these steps:
To select

Do the following

Refer to

an addressable
detector

Press

Modify an Addressable Detector

Point on page 21.

Type the detector (D) and address (001159)

Press
an addressable monitor
module

Modify an Addressable Monitor

Module Point on page 22.

Press
Type the module (M) and address (001159)
Press

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To select

Do the following

Refer to

an addressable control
module

Press

Modify an Addressable Control

Module Point on page 23.

Type the module (M) and address (001159)

Press
a NAC

Modify NAC Points on page 25.

Press
Type the NAC address (01-04)
Press

The next four sections describe how to program the points selected.

Modify an Addressable Detector Point

This section contains a sample detector programming screen, detector default selection, and
instructions for modifying a detector point. Autoprogram default values for a detector are shown:

Blinking Type Code selection

20-character user-editable custom label (in

this example, autoprogramming has used
the first 19 and left a space at the end.)

PROGRM SMOKE(PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D101

03 __ __ __ __A8P8AV 1D101

12 spaces for extended custom label

CBE list
(five zones)
Alarm sensitivity level
Pre-alarm sensitivity level

SLC address (001-159)

D (detector)
SLC Loop number
(always displays 1)
Alarm verification setting
Cooperative multi-detector
mode indicator

Field

Description

Set as Follows

Type Code

Detector function
specification SMOKE(PHOTO) in example.

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS Selection keys to scroll through valid detector
Type Code selections. See F.4.2 on page 106 for lists and descriptions.

Custom
Label

20 character custom label.

Change by placing the cursor into the first space of the field using the arrow
keys, then typing the descriptor. DETECTOR ADDR 1D101 is the
autoprogram default custom label for the detector at address 101 on the SLC.

Extended
Label

12 character custom label

extension.

See Custom Label above.

Note that spaces must be input by the user, including any space necessary
between the custom and extended label fields. An 80-column printout will run
the two fields together.

CBE List

Five zones can be listed - one

zone, Z03, is shown in the
example. Up to 4 more could
be added to this detector.

Zones can be changed or added to the CBE list by placing the cursor in the
zone field using arrow keys, then typing.
Defaults:
Zone 01 (Heat detectors)
Zone 02 (Ion detectors)
Zone 03 (Photo detectors, Beam detectors)
Zone 04 (Laser detectors)
Zone 05 (Multisensor)

Table 2.2 Detector Program Values

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Field

Description

Set as Follows

Alarm
Sensitivity

The alarm sensitivity level,

with 9 the least sensitive
alarm level and 1 the most
sensitive alarm level.

Refer to Table C.2 on page 95 for settings. Select by placing the cursor in the
field using the arrow keys, then either pressing the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys to
make the selection, or typing the value.
Defaults:
A8 (Photo)
A6 (Ion)
A6 (Laser )
A5 (Multisensor )

Pre-alarm
level

Shows the Pre-Alarm level

settinga number between 0
and 9as follows:
0 no Pre-Alarm
1 self optimizing
2 most sensitive Pre-Alarm
level
9 least sensitive Pre-Alarm
level

Refer to Table C.2 on page 95 for settings. Select by placing the cursor in the
field using the arrow keys, then either pressing the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys to
make the selection, or typing the value.
Defaults:
P8 (Photo)
P6 (Ion)
P6 (Laser)
P5 (Multisensor)

Cooperative
Multidetector
mode

Indicates the cooperative

multi-detector mode (A in the
example).

Select by placing the cursor in the field using the arrow keys, then either
pressing the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys to make the selection, or typing the value.
* = OFF (Default)
A combines the detector's alarm decision with the next address above
B combines the detector's alarm decision with the next address below
C combines the detector's alarm decision with the next address above and the
next address below

Alarm
verification

Indicates the alarm

verification setting (V in the
example).

Indicates Alarm Verification (V=on, *=off). Select by placing the cursor in the
field using the arrow keys, then pressing the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys to make
the selection. Refer to Interpreting a Detector Status Display or Maintenance
Report on page 98 for more information on the alarm verification feature.
Note: Do not use this setting when an alarm activation requires activation of
two or more automatic detection devices.

Table 2.2 Detector Program Values

Modify an Addressable Monitor Module Point

When you select a point address, the control panel returns a screen that displays information about
the point. Below is an example of information for a monitor module (2M101) in the LCD display:
Blinking Type Code selection

20-character user-editable custom label.

PROGRAM MONITOR
WESTERN ENTRANCE AND
HALLWAY
09 __ __ __ __
1M101
SLC address (001-159)
12 spaces for extended
custom label

Default zone

CBE list
(five zones)

M (module)
SLC number (always
displays 1)

Field

Description

Set as Follows

Type Code

Monitor Module function specification

- MONITOR in example.

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS Selection keys to scroll through

valid monitor module Type Code selections. Lists and
descriptions are in See Table F.2 on page 107.

Table 2.3 Modifying Monitor Module Programming Selections (1 of 2)

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Field

Description

Set as Follows

Custom Label

20 character custom label.

Change by placing the cursor into the first space of the field
using the arrow keys, then typing the descriptor.
Note: Spaces must be input by the user, including any space
necessary between the custom and extended label fields. An
80-column printout will run the two fields together.

Extended Label 12 character custom label extension.

See Custom Label above.

CBE List

Zones can be changed or added to the CBE list by placing the

cursor in the zone field using arrow keys, then typing.
See Table 2.4 on page 23 for defaults.

Five zones can be listed - one zone,

Z09, is shown in the example. Up to 4
more could be added to this module.

Table 2.3 Modifying Monitor Module Programming Selections (2 of 2)

When finished modifying a point, press the ENTER key; then press the NEXT or PREVIOUS key to
select another point.

Monitor Module Default Zone Assignments

Listing of the monitor module address range and the default zone assignment for each range:
Monitor Module Address

Zone Default

01 through 19

Z04

20 through 39

Z05

40 through 59

Z06

60 through 79

Z07

80 through 99

Z08

100 through 119

Z09

120 through 139

Z10

140 through 159

Z11

Table 2.4 Monitor Module Default Zones

Modify an Addressable Control Module Point

When you select a point address for modification, the control panel returns a screen that displays
information about the point. For example, the illustration below shows sample information for a
control module (1M101) in the LCD display.
Blinking Type Code selection

PROGRAM CONTROL

12 spaces for extended

custom label

Default zone

20-character user-editable custom label

MODULE CONTROL 1M101

00 __ __ __ __ IOW
1M101

CBE list
(five zones)

Switch Inhibit: I=selected; *=off (default)

SLC address (001-159)

M (module)
SLC number (always displays 1)
Walk Test Selection: *=off
(default); W=selected
Silenceable: O =selected; *=off (default)

NOTE: On a control module, the default zone is always set to Zone 00 (general alarm).

To modify a point, follow these steps. A blinking cursor indicates the selected field.

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1.

From the programming screen, use the arrow keys to move to a field that you want to modify.
See below for descriptions and settings.

Field

Description

Set as follows:

Type Code

Specifies the function of the control

module

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS Selection keys to scroll

through valid control module Type Code selections (listed
in Table F.3 on page 108)

Custom Label

20 character custom label.

Change by placing the cursor into the first space of the

field using the arrow keys, then typing the descriptor.
Note: Spaces must be input by the user, including any
space necessary between the custom and extended label
fields. An 80-column printout will run the two fields
together.

Extended
Label

12 character custom label extension.

See Custom Label above.

CBE list

Up to five software zones can be

entered to define the output responses
of the control module based on
various initiating conditions (events)

Type the number of up to five zones, including E0-E9, F0F9, L0-L9, R0-R9, and zones 00-99. The first zone default
is Z00 (general alarm).

Switch Inhibit

Specifies if an operator can manually

activate an output

Type one of the following entries.

I = Switch Inhibit enabled
* = no switch inhibit (default for all but releasing circuits)

Silenceable

Specifies if an operator can manually

silence an activated output

Type one of the following entries.

* = output nonsilenceable
F = silenceable, resound by fire alarm
U = silenceable, resound by supervisory alarm
B = silenceable, resound by security alarm
T = silenceable, resound by trouble
O = silenceable, does not resound
If the Strobe Type ID is used with System Sensor,
Gentex or Wheelock Strobe synchronization,* will
silence the horn portion only, and resound will occur only
by fire alarm. F, U, B, T, or O will silence the entire circuit,
and resound will occur according to the above definitions.

Walk Test

Specifies if outputs sound during Walk

Test

Type one of the following entries.

W = devices sound (Basic Walk Test)
* = devices do not sound (Silent Walk Test) (default)

Table 2.5 Modifying Control Module Programming Selections

2.

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When finished modifying a point, press the ENTER key; then press the NEXT or PREVIOUS key to
select another point.

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Modify NAC Points

Modifying NACs (four NACs on the NFS-320) is like modifying control modulesexcept for the
Type Code and device address.
Type Code

PROGRAM CONTROL

12 spaces for extended

custom label

20-character user-editable custom label

Notification Dev No1

00 __ __ __ __ *OW
B01

Default zone
Five zones for CBE list; the default zone
selection is 00 (general alarm)

The address of a NAC connected

through NAC 1 (B01), NAC 2
(B02), NAC 3 (B03), or NAC 4
(B04)

Switch Inhibit: I=selected; *=off (default)

Silenceable: O=selected; *=off (default)

Walk Test Selection: *=off (default);

W=selected

To modify a point, follow these steps. A blinking cursor indicates the selected field.
1.

From the programming screen, use the arrow keys to move to a field that you want to modify
and refer to information below for descriptions and settings.

Field

Description

Set as follows:

Type Code

Specifies the function of the NAC.

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS Selection keys to scroll

through the NAC Type Code selections (listed in
Table F.4 on page 109)

Custom Label

20 character custom label.

Change by placing the cursor into the first space of the

field using the arrow keys, then typing the descriptor.
Note: Spaces must be input by the user, including any
space necessary between the custom and extended label
fields. An 80-column printout will run the two fields
together.

Extended
Label

12 character custom label extension.

See Custom Label above.

CBE zones

Specifies up to five software zones to

define the output responses of the
NAC based on various initiating
conditions (events)

Type the numbers of up to five zones, including E0-E9,

F0-F9, L0-L9, R0-R9, and zones 00-99. The first zone
default is 00 (general alarm)

Switch Inhibit

Specifies if an operator can manually

activate an output

Type in one of the following values.

I = Switch Inhibit enabled
* = Switch Inhibit disabled (default for all but releasing
circuits)

Table 2.6 Modifying a NAC Programming Selections (1 of 2)

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Field

Description

Set as follows:

Silenceable

Specifies if an operator can manually

silence an activated output

Type in one of the following values.

* = output nonsilenceable
F = silenceable, resound by fire alarm
U = silenceable, resound by supervisory alarm
B = silenceable, resound by security alarm
T = silenceable, resound by trouble
O = silenceable, does not resound
If the Strobe Type ID is used with System Sensor,
Gentex or Wheelock Strobe synchronization,* will
silence the horn portion only, and resound will occur only
by fire alarm. F, U, B, T, or O will silence the entire circuit,
and resound will occur according to the above definitions.

Walk Test

Specifies if outputs sound during Walk

Test

Type in one of the following values.

W = devices sound (Basic Walk Test) - default
* = devices do not sound (Silent Walk Test)

Table 2.6 Modifying a NAC Programming Selections (2 of 2)

2.

When finished modifying a point, press the ENTER key; then press the NEXT or PREVIOUS key to
select another point.

2.3.4 Change a Password (3=PASSWD)

Program Change
Password

Password Change lets you select a custom Program Change (high level) or
Status Change (low level) password. From the Basic Program screen, press
the 3 key to display the Change Password screen.

.
CHANGE PASSWORD
#,NNNNN, E=STATUS

*,NNNNN,E=PROGRAM

Entry area for new password

To change a password, follow the instructions below:

To

Press

Then

Change the Program Change

password

Enter the new Program Change

password. Use five digits, no characters.

Change the Status Change

password

Enter the new Status Change password.

Use five digits, no characters.

Save the password

The Verify Password screen appears.

Press ENTER to verify.

Leave the Change Password

screen without changing a
password

The Basic Program screen appears.

Table 2.7 Changing a Password

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A Forgotten Password?
If a password is entered incorrectly, the panel will respond by displaying an INCORRECT PASSWORD
message and a code. The programmer may hit escape and reenter the password correctly. However,
if the password has been forgotten, record the code and contact Notifier. After proper
authentication, the original password can be determined by deciphering the code. An example of an
INCORRECT PASSWORD display is given below:
INCORRECT PASSWORD
PROGRAM: 9066-21F5-7D78-5FA4-6163

Code

2.3.5 Create a System Message (4=MESSAGE)

Program Change
Password

The Message option lets you create a 40-character custom System Message
that displays on the first line of the SYSTEM NORMAL screen as shown
below:

YOUR CUSTOM MESSAGE HERE

SYSTEM NORMAL
02:24P 011508 Tue

From the Basic Program screen, press the 4 key to display the System Message Change screen:
SYSTEM NORMAL
Blinking cursor prompt

Message change area

To create the system message, follow these guidelines:

Enter one character at a time, indicated by the blinking cursor on the second line of the
display.
Enter up to 40 characters maximum.
Instructions for entering characters in the Message Change screen:
To

Do this

Change a blinking character

Enter a character from the keypad

Move to the next character

Enter lower case characters

Enter additional characters !

@ = , % : \ . I?

Press
Press

, then press the character of your choice.

Press

, then press a number key as follows:

For example, press

, then press the 3 (

) key to enter

a = character.

Save the new message

Press

Table 2.8 Creating Messages

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2.3.6 Create a Custom Zone Label (5=ZONE)

The Zone option lets you change the custom label assigned to zones 1-99.
From the Basic Program screen, press the 5 key to display the Zone
Change screen as shown below:

Program Change
Password

blinking cursor prompt

CHANGE ZONE LABEL

SELECT ZONE 01-99:
ENTER UP TO 20 CHAR
Custom zone label (characters 21-40)

The zone number displays in the first line, characters 39 and 40. When changing a zone label,
follow these guidelines.
For single-digit numbers, enter a leading zero before the digit.
Enter an alphanumeric zone label into line 2, characters 2140.
To change a custom label for a zone, follow these instructions:
To

Do this

Change a zone label

Enter a new zone label from the keypad.

Save the zone label in memory

Press

The program stores the zone label in memory and

displays the Zone Change screen with all fields blank.
Leave the Zone Change screen
without changing a zone label

Press

The display returns to the Program Change screen.

Table 2.9 Create or Change a Custom Zone Label

2.3.7 Program Special Zones (6=SPL FUNCT)

Program Change
Password

The Special Zone Change option lets you change the program for Special
Zones F0-F9 or Releasing Zones R0-R9. From the Basic Program screen,
press the 6 key to display the Special Function Change screen as shown
below:
.
SPECIAL FUNCTION: F0=PRESIG
R0-R9=REL
F5-F6=TIME F7=HOL F8=CODE
F9=PRE-ALARM

Special Zone Descriptions

Descriptions for each Special Zone that appears in the Special Function Change screen are
detailed below:
NOTE: Special Zones F0-F9 appear in the CBE list of a device as ZF0-ZF9. For example, if you
list F0 for a detector, one of the five zones in the CBE list of the detector will display as ZF0.

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Special Zone

Lets you

F0=PRESIG

Select a Presignal Delay Timer and select PAS (Positive Alarm

Sequence)

F5-F6=TIME

Specify Time Control functions such as the start time, stop time, or
days of the week

F7=HOL

Specify up to nine holiday dates. An F7-programmed device

activates on the specified holiday dates

F8=CODE

Specify one of nine coding function selections: March Time,

Temporal, California, Two-Stage, Canadian Two-Stage (3 minute or
5 minute), System Sensor Strobes, Gentex Strobes, or Wheelock
Strobes. F8 only takes effect if you program one or more NACs to F8

F9=PRE-ALARM

Select a Pre-Alarm level: Alert or Action

R0-R9=REL

Program up to ten Releasing Zones, each with a selection for a

Delay Timer, an Abort Switch, a Cross Zone selection, or a Soak
Timer

Table 2.10 Summary of Special Zones

The control panel also provides four Special Zones, F1-F4, which are outputs that do not appear on
the Special Function Change screen. You can program Special Zones F1 to F4 into the CBE of an
output device. Descriptions of F1, F2, F3, and F4 are detailed below:
To view the status of Special Functions F1-F4, use the Read Status function (refer to the NFS-320
Operations Manual).
Special Function

Specifies

F1 (Trouble less AC)

An output programmed to turn on/off if a system troubleother

than an AC power lossoccurs

F2 (AC Trouble)

An output programmed to turn on/off if an AC power loss or a

brownout condition occurs

F3 (Security)

An output programmed to turn on/off if a Security input activates

F4 (Supervisory)

An output programmed to turn on/off if a Supervisory input

activates

Table 2.11 Special Output Functions F1-F4

Selecting Special Zones

Select Special Zones by entering the Special Zone letter and number (for example, F0, R0, and so
on) from the Special Function Change screen. The following sections show sample screens that
display when you select a Special Zone.

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F0 (Presignal/PAS) The Presignal screen provides fields for changing the delay time or PAS. For
details on Presignal selections, refer to Presignal and Positive Alarm Sequence (PAS) on page 86.
From the Special Function Change screen, press the F key, then press the 0 key to display the
Presignal Function screen.
Presignal programming status banner

PRG PRESIGNAL FUNCT

DELAY=180

PRESIGNAL DELAY
PAS=NO
F00
Presignal
(zone F0)

Presignal delay time:

60-180 seconds

PAS selection: YES (PAS selected)

or NO (PAS not selected)

R0-R9 (Releasing Functions) The Releasing Function screen provides fields for changing
releasing functions: Delay Timer, Abort Switch, Cross Zone, and Soak Timer. For details on
releasing applications, refer to Releasing Applications on page 52.
NOTE: The FCM-1-REL has an inherent two second delay, which must be factored into the DELAY and
SOK (soak) times.

From the Special Function Change screen, select a function (R0-R9) to display the Releasing
Function screen:
Releasing Zone programming status banner

PRG RELEASE FUNCT

DELAY=00 ABORT=ULI

RELEASE CONTROL
CROSS=N SOK=0000 R00
Releasing zone
(R0 shown)

Delay Timer for

releasing application:
1-60 seconds or 00
(no delay)

Soak Timer option:0000

(not used) or delay time
(0001-9999 seconds)

Abort Switch: a thee-letter Abort switch

Type Code (ULI, IRI, NYC, or AHJ)

Cross Zone option: specifies type of

Cross Zone: N (none), Y, Z, or H

F5-F6 (Time Control Functions) The Time Control screen provides fields for changing the start
time, stop time, or days of the week. For details on time selections, refer to Time Control Zones
on page 87. From the Special Function Change screen, select F5 or F6 to display the Time Control
screen:
Time Control programming status banner

PRG TIME FUNCTION

ON=08:00 OFF=12:00

TIME CONTROL
DAYS=SMTWTFSH F05
Time Control zone
(F5 shown)

ON time: Start Time for Time Control

function (in 24-hour time) that must
precede the OFF time.
OFF time: End time for Time Control
function (in 24-hour time) that must
be later than the ON time.

30

Eighth day-of-week selection (H) that

specifies when time control settings
take effect. Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS
key to toggle each selection.

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F7 (Holiday) The Holiday screen provides fields for specifying up to nine holiday dates. For
details on holiday selections, refer to Time Control Zones on page 87. From the Special Function
Change screen, press F7 to display the Holiday screen:
Holiday programming status banner

PRG HOLIDAY FUNC

**/**
**/**
**/**

**/**
**/**

**/**
**/**

**/**
**/**

Nine fields for selecting holidays:

USA time (mm/dd)

F8 (Coding Function) The Coding Function screen provides fields for specifying one of seven
coding functions: March Time, Two-stage, California, Temporal, Canadian Two-Stage (3 minutes),
Canadian Two-Stage (5 minutes), System Sensor Strobe, Gentex Strobe, and Wheelock Strobe. For
details on selecting coding functions, refer to Coding Functions for NACS on page 87. From the
Special Function Change screen, press F8 to display the Coding Function screen:
Coding Function programming status banner

PRG CODING FUNCTION CODE TYPE

MARCH TIME
Coding Function selection (refer to
Coding Functions for NACS on
page 87)

F08

Coding Function
(Zone F8)

F9 (Pre-Alarm) The Pre-Alarm screen provides fields for programming the Alert or Action
Pre-Alarm functions. For details on Pre-Alarm selections, refer to Pre-Alarm on page 93. From
the Special Function Change screen, press F9 to display the Pre-Alarm screen:
ACTION or ALERT Pre-Alarm level: press the NEXT or PREVIOUS
key to toggle between ALERT and ACTION. For details on selections,
refer to How to Select a Pre-Alarm Level on page 94)
Pre-Alarm programming
status banner

PRG PRE-ALARM FUNCT

ALERT
F09
Pre-Alarm (Zone F9)

2.3.8 Change Global System Functions (7=SYSTEM)

Program Change
Password

The System option lets you select settings for global system functions that
apply to all programmed devices and zones. For instance, selecting an Alarm
Verification Timer for 30 seconds means that all initiating devices selected
for Alarm Verification use a 30-second timer. From the Basic Program
screen, press the 7 key to display the System Function screen as shown
below:
SIL INH=000 AUTO=000 VERIFY=30 USA TIME
TERM=N AC_DLY=Y LocT BLINK=01 ST=4 ACS=N

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Global System Functions

Settings for global system functions:
System Function

Setting

Default

SIL INH (Silence Inhibit Timer)

0 to 300 seconds

000

000 (none); 600 to 900 seconds

AUTO (Auto Silence Timer) - After the time delay
expires, functions like pressing the SIGNAL
SILENCE key, silencing active outputs programmed
as silenceable.

000

VERIFY (Alarm Verification Timer)

0 to 60 seconds

60

USA TIME

USA time (mm/dd/yy) or

EUR time (dd/mm/yy)
Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS key to change. Note that
(European) time changes to 24-hour time format and date
format.

USA

TERM - Allows supervision for devices connected

to TB11, i.e., FDU-80.

N = no supervision
Y = supervision enabled

AC_DLY**

AC delay delays loss of AC reporting for 3 hours.

Y=AC delay; N=no AC delay

LocX - One of three operating modes of PC or

terminal connected to the control panel through
TB12 on the CPU-320/E/C.

LocT
LocT -(terminal connected to control panel and located in
same room).
LocM -(same as LocT but requires password).
RemT -(terminal connected through a modem for Read Status
only).

Note: For a complete list of functions, refer to the

NFS-320 Operations Manual.
BLINK - Addressable SLC device LED blink.

Select from 00 to 16.

(00 = no blink, 01 = blink every poll, 02 = blink every 2nd poll,
03 = blink every 3rd poll up to 16 = blink every 16th poll).
Note that this setting affects FlashScan modules only.

01

ST - The NFPA wiring style used for the SLC.

6=Style 6 SLC wiring

4=Style 4 SLC wiring

ACS - Use ACS Selection Groups (Refer to

Annunciator Options on page 33).

N or Y

**The onboard trouble relay will activate (TB4 on the NFS-320s CPU) and TM-4s will report according to this setting. UDACTs
are notified immediately of AC failure by the panel, regardless of the panels delay setting. Once the UDACT receives
notification, it operates according to its own programmed AC Fail Delay reporting schedule.
Example: AC Failure occurs at 1:00 p.m. on a panel with an AC_DLY setting of Y (3 hours). The UDACT is set for notification
after 1 hour.
1:00 p.m. - AC Failure. Panel notifies UDACT. Panel and UDACT timers begin countdown to report time.
2:00 p.m. - UDACT reports.
4:00 p.m. - TM-4 reports, TB4 trouble relay activates.
The ACPS-610, ACPS-2406, power supplies must be set to an AC Delay value of 0 (zero) when used with this panel.

Table 2.12 Settings for Global Systems Functions

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Annunciator Options
Use Annunciator Selection screens to select information that will display on the ACS annunciators.
(Table 2.13 on page 34 contains the ACS display selections.) Setting ACS=Y from the System
Function screen displays the Annunciator Selection 1 screen, address A1 - A11. Press enter to
display Annunciator Selection 2 screen, address A12 - A19:
ACS Address
A1-A11

ACS Selection Group (A-M; 0-9)

or *=not selected

ANNUN SELECTION1
A1=* A2=* A3=* A4=*
A5=* A6=* A7=* A8=* A9=* A10=* A11=*
ACS Address
A12-A19

ANNUN SELECTION2
A12=* A13=* A14=*
A15=* A16=* A17=* A18=* A19=* UDACT=N
If UDACT=Y: Addresses A20-A32 are available with UDACTs having software release
#UDACT02.1 or higher to send control panel status to the UDACT.
If UDACT=N: The control panel displays the Annunciator Selection 3 & 4 screen addresses
A20-A32.

Enter N (ACS Selection Group N) for a TM-4 module used for remote station communication.
Enter O (ACS Selection Group O) for a TM-4 used as a municipal box trip. This will provide a
Master Box trouble message at the panel.
Refer to page page 39 for further information on Group N and Group O.

ACS Selection Group Example

An example of a screen listing ACS Selection Groups (H, I and M):
ACS Address (A1)

ACS Selection Group (H)

ANNUN SELECTION1
A1=H A2=* A3=* A4=*
A5=8 A6=* A7=* A8=* A9=* A10=* A11=*

Annunciator selections for addresses A1 (addresses A2-A11 not selected).

Annunciators set to Address 1 display the status of detectors 1-64 (Group H).

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The control panels annunciation points are divided into 23 ACS selection groups of 64 points each.
The table below contains a list of these groups, what an annunciator displays when a group is
selected, and where to locate a definition of the 64 points within the group.
ACS Selection Group

Annunciator Display

Refer to

8 System points & Zones 1 - 56

Table 2.14 on page 35

Zones 57 - 99, 9 F Zones, 8 R Zones, 4 NACs

Table 2.15 on page 36

Loop 1, Modules 1 - 64

Table 2.16 on page 36

Not Used

Loop 1, Modules 65 - 128

Not Used

Loop 1, Modules 129 - 159 (1 unused point)

Table 2.18 on page 37

Loop 1, Detectors 1 - 64

Table 2.19 on page 37

Not Used

Loop 1, Detectors 65 - 128

Not Used

Table 2.17 on page 37

Table 2.20 on page 38

Loop 1, Detectors 129 - 159 (1 unused point)

Table 2.21 on page 38

Used with FireVoice NFV-25/50ZS

Table 2.22 on page 39

8 System Points & Zones 1-56

ACS Selection Group N on

page 39

8 System Points & Zones 1-56

ACS Selection Group O on

page 39

Programmable Annunciator #1

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #2

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #3

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #4

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #5

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #6

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #7

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #8

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #9

See Note

Programmable Annunciator #10

See Note

Table 2.13 ACS Selection Groups

NOTE: Refer to the VeriFire Tools programming utility for programming these annunciators.

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ACS Selection Group A:

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function*

Input

System Alarm

System Trouble

Acknowledge

Output

Not Used

Signal Silenced

Alarm Silence

Output

Not Used

Program Mode

System Reset

Output

Not Used

Supervisory

Drill

Output

NAC #1 Active

NAC Trouble

Control NAC #1

Input

Security

P/A Maint. Alert

Not Used

Input

Not Used

Low Battery

Not Used

Input

Not Used

AC Fail

Not Used

Input

Zone 1 Active

Zone 1 Trouble

Not Used

10

Input

Zone 2 Active

Zone 2 Trouble

Not Used

11

Input

Zone 3 Active

Zone 3 Trouble

Not Used

to
64

to (see note)
Input

Zone 56 Active

to (see note)
Zone 56 Trouble

Not Used

* Pressing the switch button when the Switch Function is Not Used will cause the associated LED to
stop blinking. This is a local acknowledgement at the annunciator only: no message is sent to the panel.
Table 2.14 ACS Group A

NOTE: Point number to Zone number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Zone
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ACS Selection Group B:

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function*

Input

Zone 57 Active

Zone 57 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Zone 58 Active

Zone 58 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Zone 59 Active

Zone 59 Trouble

Not Used

to

to (see note 1)

to (see note 1)

43

Input

Zone 99 Active

Zone 99 Trouble

Not Used

44

Output

Zone F1 Active

Zone F1 Trouble

Not Used

45

Output

Zone F2 Active

Zone F2 Trouble

Not Used

to

to (see note 2)

to (see note 2)

52

Output

Zone F9 Active

Zone F9 Trouble

Not Used

53

Release Ckt #0

Zone R0 Active

Zone R0 Trouble

Not Used

54

Release Ckt #1

Zone R1 Active

Zone R1 Trouble

Not Used

to

to

to (see note 2)

to (see note 2)

60

Release Ckt #7

Zone R7 Active

Zone R7 Trouble

Not Used

61

NAC Output

NAC B01 Active

NAC B01 Trouble

Controls NAC B01

62

NAC Output

NAC B02 Active

NAC B02 Trouble

Controls NAC B02

63

NAC Output

NAC B03 Active

NAC B03 Trouble

Controls NAC B03

64

NAC Output

NAC B04 Active

NAC B04 Trouble

Controls NAC B04

* Pressing the switch button when the Switch Function is Not Used will cause the associated LED to stop
blinking. This is a local acknowledgement at the annunciator only: no message is sent to the panel.

Table 2.15 ACS Group B

NOTE:
1. Point number to Zone number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Zone
relationship, add 56 to Point number to arrive at Zone number.
2. Point number to Zone number relationship is sequential; therefore, point 48 is zone F5 and
point 57 is zone R4.

ACS Selection Group C (SLC #1, Modules 1-64):

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function

Input or Output

Module 001 Active

Module 001 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Input or Output

Module 002 Active

Module 002 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Input or Output

Module 003 Active

Module 003 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Input or Output

Module 064 Active

to
64

to (see note)

to (see note)
Module 064 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Table 2.16 ACS Group C

NOTE: Point number to Module number relationship is sequential; therefore, point 48 is

Module 048.

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ACS Selection Group E (SLC #1, Modules 65-128):

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function

Input or Output

Module 065 Active

Module 065 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Input or Output

Module 066 Active

Module 066 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Input or Output

Module 067 Active

Module 067 Trouble

Controls Output Module

to

to (see note)

64

Input or Output

Module 128 Active

to (see note)
Module 128 Trouble

Controls Output Module

Table 2.17 ACS Group E

NOTE: Point number to Module number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Module
relationship add 64 to Point number to arrive at Module number.

ACS Selection Group G (SLC #1, Modules 129-159):

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function

Output

SLC 1, Module 129 Active

SLC 1, Module 129 Trouble

Controls SLC 1, Module 129

Output

SLC 1, Module 130 Active

SLC 1, Module 130 Trouble

Controls SLC 1, Module 130

Output

SLC 1, Module 131 Active

SLC 1, Module 131 Trouble

Controls SLC 1, Module 131

to

to (see note 1)

31

Output

32-64

Not Used

to (see note 1)

SLC 1, Module 159 Active

SLC 1, Module 159 Trouble

Controls SLC 1, Module 159

Table 2.18 ACS Group G

NOTE:
1. Point number to Module number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Module
relationship add 128 to Point number to arrive at Module number.
2. Point number to Module number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Module
relationship add 96 to Point number to arrive at Module number.

ACS Selection Group H (SLC #1, Detectors 1-64):

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function*

Input

Detector 001 Alarm

Detector 001 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Detector 002 Alarm

Detector 002 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Detector 003 Alarm

Detector 003 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Detector 064 Alarm

to
64

to (see note)

to (see note)
Detector 064 Trouble

Not Used

* Pressing the switch button when the Switch Function is Not Used will cause the associated LED to
stop blinking. This is a local acknowledgement at the annunciator only: no message is sent to the panel.

Table 2.19 ACS Group H

NOTE: Point number to Detector number relationship is sequential; therefore, point 48 is

Detector 048.

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Basic Program

ACS Selection Group J (SLC #1, Detectors 65-128):

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function*

Input

Detector 065 Alarm

Detector 065 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Detector 066 Alarm

Detector 066 Trouble

Not Used

Input

Detector 067 Alarm

Detector 067 Trouble

Not Used

to
64

to (see note)
Input

Detector 128 Alarm

to (see note)
Detector 128 Trouble

Not Used

* Pressing the switch button when the Switch Function is Not Used will cause the associated LED to
stop blinking. This is a local acknowledgement at the annunciator only: no message is sent to the panel.

Table 2.20 ACS Group J

NOTE: Point number to Detector number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to

Detector relationship add 64 to Point number to arrive at Detector number.

ACS Selection Group L (SLC #1, Detectors 129-159):

Point

Type

Red LED

Yellow LED

Switch Function*

1
Input
SLC 1, Detector 129 Alarm
SLC 1, Detector 129 Trouble Not Used
2
Input
SLC 1, Detector 130 Alarm
SLC 1, Detector 130 Trouble Not Used
3
Input
SLC 1, Detector 131 Alarm
SLC 1, Detector 131 Trouble Not Used
to
to (see note 1)
to (see note 1)
31
Input
SLC 1, Detector 159 Alarm
SLC 1, Detector 159 Trouble Not Used
32-64
Not Used
* Pressing the switch button when the Switch Function is Not Used will cause the associated LED to stop blinking. This
is a local acknowledgement at the annunciator only: no message is sent to the panel.

Table 2.21 ACS Group L

NOTE:
1. Point number to Detector number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Detector
relationship add 128 to Point number to arrive at Detector number.
2. Point number to Detector number relationship is sequential. To determine Point to Detector
relationship add 96 to Point number to arrive at Detector number.

ACS Selection Group M

FireVoice (NFV-25/50ZS is single channel and can play one message. Message priority is
determined by the message number: lower-numbered messages have the higher priority (that is,
Message 2 has a higher priority than Message 3). Message 0 (OFF) has the lowest priority.
To use ACS for controlling the FireVoice, install by programming Annunciator A1 as Group M
through panel or VeriFire Tools programming. Refer to the FireVoice manual to properly configure
the FACP.
VeriFire Tools Programming

Annunciator programming must be performed as follows:

Program Annunciator Address 1 as Group M. (Refer to Table 2.22 for point definitions.)

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Programming

Map the panel zones to the desired annunciator point. Refer to the FireVoice manual for
more information.
Annunciator
Point

Type

1-9

Unused

10

Message 0 (No Message/Message Off)

11

Message 1

12

Message 2

13

Message 3

14

Message 4

15

Message 5

16 - 39

Not Used

40

All-Call

41 - 64

Speaker Circuits 1 - 24

Table 2.22 Point Definitions for Group M

Panel Programming

If VeriFire Tools is not used and Group M is programmed at the panel, Zone 00 (general alarm) will
be mapped to A1p11 and A1p40. A general alarm will play message 1 and activate an all-call on
the FireVoice. VeriFire Tools must be used for speaker and circuit and message control.

ACS Selection Group N

This group is the same as Group A ( See Table 2.14 on page 35 ), with the following exceptions:
It should be selected only for TM-4s used for remote station communication.
Selection Group N follows the alarm relay for annunciation (Selection Group A annunciates
immediately).
The yellow LED of annunciator point 2 is for Alarm Silence only (in Selection Group A it is
for Signal Silenced).

ACS Selection Group O

This group is the same as Group A ( See Table 2.14 on page 35 ), with the following exceptions:
It should be selected for only for TM-4s used as Fire Municipal Box Trip outputs.
Selection Group O provides a Master Box trouble displayed at the panel.
Selection Group O follows the alarm relay for annunciation (Selection Group A annunciates
immediately).
The yellow LED of annunciator point 2 is for Alarm Silence only (in Selection Group A it is for
Signal Silenced).

2.3.9 How to Check the Program for Errors (8=CHECK PRG)

Program Change
Password

When finished programming, you can use the Check option to search the
program entries for possible errors. From the Basic Program screen, press
the 8 key. The Check option searches the program for the following
conditions that can cause errors:

Output points mapped to a zone without a mapped input

A zone with mapped input points without mapped output points (including Z00 outputs)

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The Network Program

Releasing zone inputs (R0-R9) with no RELEASE CKT outputs mapped to them; or RELEASE
CKT outputs with no R0-R9 inputs mapped to them
RO-R9 inputs not mapped to MAN. RELEASE.
For more information on Releasing Zones, refer to Releasing Applications on page 52.
If the Check option detects multiple devices that fail the check, press the PREVIOUS or NEXT key to
step through the devices. If the Check option displays errors, return to Point Programming
(Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) and correct the errors. The figure below shows a
sample display of program screen that appears after a successful program check:
PROGRAM CHECK OK.
RE-TEST PANEL NOW

08:34A 110700 Tue

2.4 The Network Program

From the Program Change Selection screen, press the 2 key to display the
Network screen, which displays as follows:
Program Change
Password

THRESHOLD CH.A:H,
THRESHOLD CH.B:H,
NODE:
.000, STYLE7:N,
<ENTER>

THRESHOLD CH.A: - Enter H or L, for high or low threshold setting for channel A on the NCM
module.
THRESHOLD CH.B: - Enter H or L, for high or low threshold setting for channel B on the NCM
module.
NODE: - Enter the panels network node number. The valid network node number range is 1-103.
The number will be entered after the decimal point; the spaces before the decimal point are for
future use.
STYLE7: - Enter N for network style determination (either Style 4 or Style 7) through
autoprogramming. Enter Y to force a Style 7 designation for network wiring.
NOTE: If network Style 7 wiring is determined by autoprogramming, a change in the wiring (for
example, a break in the network wiring) would cause the system to reassess the network wiring
style as 4. If network Style 7 wiring is forced, a break in the wiring will create a trouble message.

To select network options, follow these steps:

1.

Using the arrow keys, move the blinking cursor to a selection.

2.

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS key to select H or L (Threshold Ch. A, Threshold Ch. B). a threedigit number (Node), or Y or N (Style 7).

When finished making selections, press the ESC key three times to return the control panel to
normal operation.
When programming is complete, the panel must be reset to register the programming.

2.5 The Utility Program

There are five options available in the Utility Program. Enter the program and select an option as
described below.

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Programming

From the Program Change Selection screen, press the 3 key to display the
Utility Program screen as shown below:
Program Change
Password

REGION=0
TBL.REMIND=2 ALA.SCROLL=Y
LOCAL CONTROL=0 IP-ACCESS=0 DCC-mode=Y

Descriptions of the five options on the Utility Program screen:

Utility Option

Description

REGION

0 = No special region setting. (Default)

1 = China

TBL.REMIND
TBL Reminder*

This option provides trouble resound selections to meet the requirements of NFPA 72-2002,
which you can select as follows:
Select * if you dont want a trouble reminder
Select 1 to sound a short trouble reminder tone every minute
Select 2 to resound a trouble tone every 24 hours at 11:00 AM, and to send a reminder every
sixty seconds for acknowledged events.
Select 3 to display a detector while in the alarm verification mode and no trouble reminder
Select 4 for once a minute trouble reminder with alarm verification display
Select 5 for trouble reminder resound every 24 hours at 11:00 AM with alarm verification
display, and to send a reminder every sixty seconds for acknowledged troubles

*Use of a setting other

than 2 requires AHJ
approval.

ALA.SCROLL
Alarm Scroll*
*Setting this field to Y
requires AHJ approval.

This option allows the programmer to select how alarms are displayed.
Select Y if you want each alarm displayed for approximately two seconds, and to
acknowledge all alarms with a single acknowledgement. (default)
Select N if you want only the first alarm and the alarm count displayed, and to acknowledge
each alarm singly, point by point.

LOCAL
CONTROL

This option allows the programmer to disable local control of the ACKNOWLEDGE/SCROLL DISPLAY
key, SIGNAL SILENCE key SYSTEM RESET key, and DRILL key. Local control selections are as
follows:
Select 0 to disable local control
Select 1 to enable local control (default)
Select 2 to enable partial local control. This setting allows control of the ACKNOWLEDGE and
SYSTEM RESET keys only (required in Chicago).
Note that if the panel is to be controlled exclusively by a Display and Control Center (DCC),
Local Control should be disabled.

IP ACCESS

Note: Use of this option is subject to local AHJ approval.

This option allows the programmer to choose one of three options for Wide Area Network
(WAN) communication. Acceptance of commands, downloads and programming from over the
WAN can be enabled, disabled or timed.
Select IP ACCESS as follows:
Select 0 to disable IP access
Select 1 to enable IP access
Select 2 to enable IP access for two hours.
Note that enabling IP ACCESS allows downloads over a local area network (LAN) or the
internet (Wide Area Network - WAN) using VeriFire Tools through a NotiFireNet(NFN) Web
Server (NWS), or a wide-area enabled NCS through a PC version of NFN Gateway. Alway verify
system operation after programming changes are made in this manner.

DCC Mode

This option allows the programmer to select whether this panel will participate in DCC (Display
and Control Center) functions. Select Y for participation, N for no participation.

Table 2.23 Utility Program Options

To select utility options, follow these steps:
1.

Using the arrow keys, move the blinking cursor to a selection.

2.

Press the NEXT or PREVIOUS key to select

- Local Control)
- *, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (TBL Reminder)
- 0, 1, or 2 (IP ACCESS) .

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FlashScan Poll

- DCC Mode
3.

When finished making selections, press the ESC key three times to return the control panel to
normal operation.

2.6 FlashScan Poll

From the Program Change Selection screen, press the 4 key to access the
FlashScan Poll selection screen as shown below:
Program Change
Password

FLASHSCAN

L1DET
N

L1MOD
N

This menu allows the selection of CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) or FlashScan detectors
and modules for the loop. Once this screen is accessed, the cursor will be positioned underneath the
L1DET detector selection, blinking the currently selected protocol type. The default selections are
shown in the above figure. This indicates that loop detectors and modules are selected to use CLIP
devices. If FlashScan devices are to be employed, change the blinking cursor by pressing the Y key
or toggle it by using the PREVIOUS or NEXT key. After the selections have been made to the
detectors and modules of the loop, press the ENTER key, at which time the panel will reset.
Most FlashScan devices can be programmed to run in either CLIP or FlashScan mode. Observe one
of the following three options when using FlashScan devices:

Option 1

Program all modules and detectors on an SLC as FlashScan.

(In the FlashScan Poll screen, enter Y for DET and Y for MOD. It is possible to
have up to 159 FlashScan modules and 159 FlashScan detectors on this SLC.)

Option 2

Program all modules and detectors on an SLC as CLIP.

(In the FlashScan Poll screen, enter N for DET and N for MOD. It is possible to
have up to 99 CLIP modules and 99 CLIP detectors on this SLC.)

CAUTION:
Do not program more than 99 CLIP addresses, as this will compromise the response time of the
panel to display off-normal events.

Option 3

Program all detectors as CLIP and all modules as FlashScan on an SLC.

(In the FlashScan Poll screen, enter N for DET and Y for MOD. It is possible to
have up to 99 CLIP detectors and 159 FlashScan modules on this SLC..) l

CAUTION:
Do not program modules as CLIP and detectors as FlashScan on the same SLC. The following
combination is not an option: Y for DET, N for MOD in the FlashScan Poll screen.

NOTE: Autoprogramming following a Clear Program command will cause the panel to determine
the FlashScan capability of the loop based on whether all devices on it are FlashScan or not. It will
set the loop settings to FlashScan if necessary.

Refer to the SLC manual for available devices.

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Programming

2.7 Setting the Baud Rate of Serial Ports

2.7.1 Printer Serial Port
The default baud rate of the EIA-232 Printer connection (serial printer port) is 9600. To change
baud rate to 2400 or 4800, follow these steps:
1.

From the SYSTEM NORMAL screen, press the ENTER key to display the Program Entry
screen, as shown below:
1=PROGRAMMING
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

2.

2=READ STATUS ENTRY

Press the 1 key. The control panel displays the Enter Password screen, as shown below:
ENTER PROG OR STAT PASSWORD, THEN ENTER.
_
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

3.

Enter 2400B and press

. The five asterisks that appear when you type in the baud rate
.

will disappear when you press

twice to return to the SYSTEM NORMAL screen.

4.

Press

5.

To switch from 2400 baud to 4800 or 9600 baud repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 entering 9600B or
4800B.

2.7.2 CRT Serial Port

The default setting for the serial EIA-232 CRT port is disabled. To enable the EIA-232 CRT port
at 9600 baud, follow the steps below.
NOTE: The serial EIA-232 CRT port can only be enabled in standalone (non-networked)
applications. The only baud rate supported is 9600.

1.

From the SYSTEM NORMAL screen, press the ENTER key to display the Program Entry
screen, as shown below:
1=PROGRAMMING
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

2.

2=READ STATUS ENTRY

Press the 1 key. The control panel displays the Enter Password screen, as shown below:
ENTER PROG OR STAT PASSWORD, THEN ENTER.
_ (ESCAPE TO ABORT)

3.

Enter CRT96 and press

. The five asterisks that appear when you type in the code

will disappear when you press

twice to return to the SYSTEM NORMAL screen.

4.

Press

5.

To switch back to the default network mode (no CRT) repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 entering
NOCRT.

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3.1 Overview
Status Change provides a second programming level - accessed by an assigned password - for
changing operating parameters. (These operating parameters do not affect control program
settings.) For example, the Status Change password lets you change settings such as detector
sensitivity and system time and date.
NOTE: Assign the Status Change password to persons who do not have access to Level 1
programming options.

Status Change Options are described below.

Option 1=DISABL - The Disable/Enable option lets you disable programmed points for detectors,
modules, zones and NACs. For details, refer to Disable or Enable a Point on page 45.
Option 2=SENSITIV - The Detector Sensitivity option lets you change the Alarm and Pre-alarm
(sensitivity) level for an installed detector. For details, refer to Changing Detector Sensitivity on
page 46.
Option 3=CLR VER - The Clear Verification screen lets you clear all counters for detectors
selected for Alarm Verification. For details, refer to Clearing Alarm Verification Counters on
page 47.
Option 4=CLR HIST - The Clear History screen lets you clear the entire History buffer from
memory. For details, refer to Clearing the History Buffer on page 47.
Option 5=TIME - The Time/Date option lets you set the time and date for the system clock. For
details, refer to Setting the System Time and Date on page 47.
Option 6=WALK TEST - The Walk Test option lets you test the entire fire alarm system while
away from the control panel. For details, refer to Walk Test on page 48.

3.2 How to Enter Status Change

To enter Status Change, follow these steps:
1.

From the SYSTEM NORMAL screen, press the ENTER key. The control panel displays the
Entry screen, as shown below:
1=PROGRAMMING

2.

2=READ STATUS ENTRY

From the Entry screen, press the 1 key. The control panel displays the Enter Password
screen as shown below:
ENTER PROG OR STAT PASSWORD, THEN ENTER.

3.

Enter your Status Change password (See How to Enter a Password, page page 12). The
control panel displays the Status Change Selection screen, as shown below:
STATUS CHANGE PRESS: 1=DISABL 2=SENSITIV
3=CLR VER 4=CLR HIST 5=TIME 6=WALK TEST

4.

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Select a Status Change selection: 1,2,3,4,5, or 6.

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Status Change

3.3 Disable or Enable a Point

!

WARNING:

Do not rely on disable/enable software settings to lock out releasing devices. Releasing devices
must be physically disconnected.

NOTE: When an input or output point associated with releasing functions is disabled, a single
supervisory trouble will be generated.

The Disable/Enable option lets you disable programmed points for detectors,
modules, zones, and NACs. The program allows you to disable an initiating
device in alarm: however, the disable will not take effect until after the panel
has been reset.

Status Change
Password

1.

From the Status Change Selection screen, press the 1 key to display the Disable/Enable
screen.

2.

Select the point type:

for detectors
for modules
for NACs
for zones

The cursor will blink the first SLC address digit in the detector, zone, module, or NAC field.
D

WARNING:

Disabling a zone disables all input and output devices that use the zone as the first entry in the
CBE list.
3.

Enter the address of the point, then press the ENTER key. A sample display follows:
Blinking status banner (ENABLE or DISABL)

ENABLE CONTROL

CONTROL ADDRESS 1M101

00 __ __ __ __ ISW
1M101

When you disable a point and press the ESC key to return to the Disable/Enable screen, the control
panel: a) turns on the POINT DISABLED LED; b) sounds the panel sounder; and c) changes the status
banner to TROUBL for the point.
You can disable or enable a point by changing the status banner as follows:
To

Press

Change the status

Maneuver the cursor with the arrow keys until it is in the status field. Press
(Next Selection) or

(Previous Selection)

Table 3.1 Changing the Status Banner (1 of 2)

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Changing Detector Sensitivity

To

Press

Save the status

Go to the next or previous

point address

(Next Selection) or

(Previous Selection)

Table 3.1 Changing the Status Banner (2 of 2)

3.4 Changing Detector Sensitivity

The Detector Sensitivity option lets you change the Alarm and Pre-Alarm
(sensitivity) level for an installed detector. From the Status Change Selection
Status Cscreen, press the 2 key to display the Detector Selection screen as shown
Passwo below:
DET. SENS. & COMP.

ENTER POINTS:LDAAA,E

To select a detector, enter the SLC address (D101) of an installed detector in the LDAAA field
(shown above). The control panel displays the following screen:
PROGRM SMOKE(PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D101
03 __ __ __ __A8P8AV 1D101
Alarm Level

Pre-Alarm Level

Use the instructions below to set/change detector sensitivity, display additional detectors, and set
Pre-alarm values.
NOTE: If not using Pre-Alarm, set PA=0. PA=1 is the self-optimizing mode. For details, refer to
How to Select a Pre-Alarm Level on page 94.

To

Enter or Press

Display detector information on

the screen.

The detector address, then press

Set alarm sensitivity level.

A value (1-9) or increase or decrease values by pressing

the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys:

Set Pre-alarm level

or

A value (0-9) or increase or decrease values by pressing

the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys:

or

Save the sensitivity values.

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Display the next existing

detector address.

(Next Selection)

Display the previous existing

detector address.

(Previous Selection)

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Status Change

3.5 Clearing Alarm Verification Counters

Status Change
Password

The Clear Verification screen lets you clear all counters for detectors selected
for Alarm Verification. From the Status Change Selection screen, press the 3
key to display the Clear Verification screen as shown below:
PRESS ENTER TO CLEAR VERIFICATION COUNTS
OR ESCAPE TO ABORT

From the Clear Verification screen, you can do the following:

Press the ENTER key to clear all verification counters and return to the Status Change
Selection screen; or
Press the ESC key to return to the Status Change Selection screen without clearing.

3.6 Clearing the History Buffer

Status Change
Password

The Clear History screen lets you clear the entire History buffer from memory.
Press the 4 key from the Status Change Selection screen to display the Clear
History screen as shown below:
PRESS ENTER TO CLEAR HISTORY FILE
OR ESCAPE TO ABORT

From the Clear History screen, you can do the following:

Press the ENTER key to clear the contents of the History buffer and return to the Status
Change Selection screen; or
Press the ESC key to return to the Status Change Selection screen without clearing.

3.7 Setting the System Time and Date

Status Change
Password

The Time/Date option lets you set the time and date for the system clock. Press
the 5 key from the Status Change Selection screen to display the Time/Date
screen as shown below:
CHANGE TIME/DATE

11:40A Tue 04/15/2008

The first digit flashes until you change the value or press the ENTER key. To set the system time and
date, follow the instructions below:
To

Do this

Change the time and date values

Enter values from the numeric keys on the keypad.

Change A (AM) or P (PM)

Press

(Next Selection) or

(Previous Selection)

Press

(Next Selection) or

(Previous Selection)

Change the day

Move to another digit

Press

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Walk Test

To

Do this

Save the time and date and return

Press

3.8 Walk Test

Walk Test allows the user to test the entire fire alarm system. There are two kinds of Walk Test Basic and Advanced, described later in this section.
Before entering Walk Test, note the following:
For each individual activation, the control panel sends TEST Axx(for alarm testing) or
TEST Txx (for trouble testing) to the History buffer, installed printers and CRT-2s so results
can be reviewed.
Basic Walk Test, Silent In order to keep the test silent, do not program any of the output
modules with W in the Walk Test field .
Advanced Walk Test - This test overrides a setting of * (silent) in the Walk Test field. All
activated outputs will sound until panel reset.
The control panel provides a 1-hour timer for Walk Test mode. When the hour expires with
no activity, the control panel automatically returns to normal operation.
Walk Test may be exited at any time by pressing the ESC key.

WARNING:
Walk Test mode deactivates fire protection. Always observe the following:

1.

Prior to Walk Test, secure all protected buildings, and notify the building owner/operator,
fire department, and other pertinent personnel that testing is in progress.

2.

Immediately after Walk Test is completed, notify the same people that testing is complete
and is restored to normal operation.

WARNING:
Physically disconnect all releasing devices before starting Walk Test. It is not sufficient to
disable in any other manner.

NOTE: Walk Test will not start if any devices are active (i.e., fire alarms, security, supervisories
or pre-alarms.) To perform a walk test while a device is active, disable the device and press the
System Reset button.

For information on programming Walk Test field selections, refer to Modify an Addressable
Control Module Point on page 23 or Modify NAC Points on page 25.

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Status Change

3.8.1 Basic Walk Test

When the tester activates an input during Basic Walk Test , all silenceable outputs mapped by CBE
to that input will activate. The activations are tracking; once the activation stimulus is removed, the
input will deactivate. Basic Walk Test may be audible or silent, depending on the Walk Test setting
of participating outputs. Program the Walk Test field for control modules and NACs as follows:
For

Program Silenceable
Outputs with

an audible Basic Walk Test

sound for approximately 4 seconds

during Walk Test

a silent Basic Walk Test

not sound during Walk Test

a trouble Basic Walk Test

sound for approximately 8 seconds

when put into trouble

Silenceable Outputs will

Enter Basic Walk Test in the following manner:

From the Status Change Selection screen, press the 6 key. The control panel
displays the Walk Test screen as shown below:
Status Change
Password

WALK TEST
ESCAPE TO ABORT

PRESS ENTER TO START

Operate the control panel in Walk Test as follows

To

Press

Put the control panel into Walk Test mode

Stop a Walk Test and return to the Status Change Selection screen

Basic Walk Test directs the control panel to do the following:

Activate silenceable outputs associated by programming with each new alarm. (The panel
does not activate non-silenceable outputs.)
Save and store each test in the History buffer
Send a TEST Axx status banner for each alarm, and a TEST TXX banner for each trouble,
to the printer (xx equals the number of tests for a detector or input device with this address)
Turn on the System Trouble LED
Turn on the System Trouble relay
Disable activation of the System Alarm relay

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Walk Test

3.8.2 Advanced Walk Test

During Advanced Walk Test, when the tester activates an input, all CBE mapped to that input will
activate with the exception of releasing functions. Each input activation is latching; that is, it will
not deactivate until the system is reset. Advanced Walk Test will sound all activated outputs,
overriding a setting of * (silent) in the Walk Test field.
NOTE: Some detectors, laser detectors for example, can be difficult to place in alarm using a magnet.
Advanced Walk Test facilitates magnet testing of these detectors.

Enter Advanced Walk Test as follows:

Enter LTEST at the password screen. Asterisks will display where LTEST has
been typed. Pressing ENTER displays the following screen.
LTEST

TROUBL IN SYSTEM
ADV WALK TEST
PROCESSING DISABLED 10:07a 041508 TUE

NOTE: The control panel can not be put into Walk Test from an alarm condition.

To

Press

Stop an Advanced Walk Test and return to

the Status Change Selection screen

Advanced Walk Test directs the control panel to do the same as it does for Basic Walk Test (see
3.8.1, "Basic Walk Test" above) with the following exceptions:
alarm and trouble messages are sent to the printer, not test messages. (These Walk Test
messages can be distinguished from others at the printer because they begin with the trouble
message generated when Walk Test is entered, and end with the cleared trouble when Walk
Test is exited.)
all CBE mapped to the test input is activated except releasing functions.

3.8.3 Walk Test Activation Indications

Walk Test Activation Indications
FlashScan poll mode - Once the test is started:
each intelligent addressable input device will blink its address in red, and each intelligent
addressable output device will blink its address in green. Pattern examples are given below.
Addres
s

50

Blink Pattern

8 blinks, long stop, 8 blinks, long stop,....

37

3 blinks, stop, 7 blinks, long stop, 3 blinks, stop, 7 blinks, long stop,....

70

7 blinks, stop, 10 blinks, long stop, 7 blinks, stop,.....

107

10 blinks, stop, 7 blinks, long stop, 10 blinks, stop,.....

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15 blinks, stop, 2 blinks, long stop, 15 blinks, stop, 2 blinks, long

stop....

an input device activated in Basic Walk Test latches on steady green for the duration of the
test.
an output device activated in Basic Walk Test will remain active and the LED will glow
steady green for:
- approximately 4 seconds for alarms
- approximately 8 seconds for troubles.
an output device activated in Advanced Walk Test will remain active and the LED will
glow steady green until the reset key is pressed.
CLIP mode - Once the test is started:
intelligent addressable input and output devices continue to blink red as usual until
activated.
an input device activated in Basic Walk Test latches on steady red during activation. If the
device is put in trouble (for instance, the detector head is removed, then replaced), the LED
will be latched on for the duration of the test.
an output device activated during Basic Walk Test will remain active and the LED will
glow steady green (if a FlashScan module) or steady red (if a CLIP module) for:
- approximately 4 seconds for alarms
- approximately 8 seconds for troubles.
an output device activated in Advanced Walk Test will remain active and the LED will
glow steady green (if a FlashScan module) or steady red (if a CLIP module) until the reset
key is pressed.

3.8.4 Viewing Walk Test Results

When finished with a Walk Test, view the History buffer, installed printers and CRT-2s to check the
results of the Walk Test. View the History buffer by using the Read Status function. From the
SYSTEM NORMAL screen, press the ENTER key, press the 2 key two times, then press the ENTER
key to view the History buffer. For further instructions on using the Read Status function, refer to
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!

WARNING:
When used for CO2 releasing applications, observe proper precautions as stated in NFPA 12. Do not
enter the protected space unless physical lockout and other safety procedures are fully completed.
Do not use software disable functions in the panel as lockout.
Do not enable the BACKUP option switch for any of the four Notification Applicance Circuits (NACs)
if they are used for releasing functions.

A.1 Overview
A.1.1 Description of Releasing Zones
The control panel includes ten Releasing Zones (R0-R9) that can be used to control up to ten
releasing operations. Each zone operates independently, and is fully programmable..
NOTE: Releasing Zones R0-R9 appear in the CBE list of devices as ZR0-ZR9. For example, if
you list R5 for a detector, one of the five zones in the CBE list of the detector will display as ZR05.

From the Special Function Change screen (refer to Program Special Zones (6=spl funct) on
page 28), select a Releasing Zone (R0-R9) to display the Releasing Function screen:
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=30 ABORT=ULI CROSS=N SOK=0000 R05

Each Releasing Zone includes four releasing functions, outlined below:

Function

Lets You

Delay

Program a 01 to 60-second Delay Timer (or 00, no delay). The Delay Timer equals the
time that must elapse between activating an initiating device and activating the releasing
zones mapped to the active initiating device. Refer to Programming a Delay Timer on
page 53.

Abort

Select a 3-letter Abort switch Type Code (ULI, IRI, NYC, or AHJ) that adds a delay time to
a Releasing Zone, or prevents a release of a Releasing Zone. Refer to Abort Switches on
page 54.

Cross

Select one of three Cross Zone types or N (not used). A Cross Zone requires tripping two
or more devices to activate the outputs mapped to one of the Releasing Zones. Refer to
Using Cross Zones on page 62.

Soak

Select a Soak Timer (0001-9999 seconds) or 0000 (not used). Refer to Programming a
Soak Timer on page 64.

Table A.1 Releasing Zone Functions

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A.1.2 NFPA Releasing Applications

This control panel can be used for agent release or preaction/deluge control applications. In a
properly configured system with compatible, listed actuating and initiating devices, this control
panel complies with the following NFPA standards for installation in accordance with the
acceptable standard:
Standard

Covers

NFPA 12

CO2 Extinguishing Systems

NFPA 12A

Halon 1301 Extinguishing Systems

NFPA 13

Sprinkler Systems, Installation of

NFPA 15

Water Spray Fixed Systems

NFPA 16

Foam-water Deluge and Foam-water Spray Systems

NFPA 17

Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems

NFPA 17A

Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems

NFPA 2001

Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems

Table A.2 NFPA Standards for Releasing Applications

A.2 How to Program a Releasing Zone

This section provides details for programming the releasing functions: Delay Timer, Abort Switch,
Cross Zone, and Soak Timer.

A.2.1 Programming a Delay Timer

Use a Delay Timer to specify the elapsed time between alarm activation of an initiating device and
activation of all output devices programmed as release circuits and mapped to that initiating device.
You can set the Delay Timer from 01 to 60 seconds, or to 00 for no delay. The figure below shows
graphical representation of a 15-second timer:

Initiating device(s) in
Releasing Zone R1
activates.

Delay = 15
(15 seconds)
0

15

45

30

15

45

All outputs Releasing

Zone R1 activate.

30

Figure A.1 Example of 15-Second Delay Timer

To Program

Do this

Delay Timer

Enter a value (00-60) from the numeric keys on the keyboard.

Press
at this point to save the Delay Timer value if no other fields on the screen are
changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by pressing the
arrow keys.

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A.2.2 Abort Switches

Definition of Abort Switches
The control panel provides for four (4) types of Abort Switches (ULI, IRI, NYC, and AHJ) that you
can use, that will affect the operation of a Delay Timer mapped to the same Releasing Zone. For
example, an Abort Switch selected for Releasing Zone R05 only affects the Delay Timer selected
for R05. Other requirements for using an Abort Switch include the following:
Connecting a monitor module to a UL-listed abort station, such as the NBG-12LRA shown
below.
Program the monitor module with the Type Code ABORT SWITCH. (Refer to Modify an
Addressable Monitor Module Point on page 22.)
Abort switch shall not be used with a preaction system or a CO2 system.
SYSTEM
NORMAL

Abort Switch

SYSTEM
ACTIVATED

NBG-12LRA station with Abort Switch

NBG12LRAface.wmf

Manual Agent
Release lever

Figure A.2 UL-listed Abort Station

This section contains information for programming each type of Abort Switch for a Releasing
Zone.

How an Abort Switch Works

The figure below contains an example for configuring an Abort Switch and shows the requirements
for using an Abort Switch for Releasing Zone R05, which are:
A monitor module is wired to an abort station
The monitor module is programmed with the Type Code, ABORT SWITCH
All initiating devices and outputs are mapped to a common Releasing Zone (R05 shown)
Releasing Zone R05 is programmed with the releasing functions: Delay, Abort, Cross, and
Soak

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When an initiating device activates, you must press and hold the Abort Switch or the control panel
will send the command to dump releasing agents when the Delay time (15 seconds shown) expires.
The Abort selection (ULI, IRI, NYC, or AHJ) determines the function of the Abort Switch.
PRG RELEASE FUNCT
RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=15 ABORT=ULI CROSS=N SOK=0000

R05

Releasing Zone R05 sample programming selections

SYSTEM
NORMAL

SYSTEM
ACTIVATED

Monitor
Module with
ABORT SWITCH

Detector

Detector

Type Code
Abort station with Abort Switch
and Manual Release lever

R05

B01

B02

B03

B04

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

RELEASE CKT

Type Code

REL CKT ULC

REL AUDIBLE

REL END BELL

Example: If you program B01-B03 as shown,

these outputs activate at release.

Example: If you
program B04 as
shown, this output
activates when the
release is finished.

Figure A.3 Example of a Basic Configuration for an Abort Switch

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Programming a ULI Abort Switch

The following contains information needed to program a ULI Abort Switch.
Description

Requires a standard UL-type delay timer that complies with UL Standard 864.
How to Program

1.

Program the monitor module connected to the abort station with the Type Code ABORT
as detailed in Modify an Addressable Monitor Module Point on page 22.

SWITCH

2.

Select a time for the Releasing Zone Delay Timer (refer toProgramming a Delay Timer
on page 53).
To Program

Do this

ULI Abort Switch

Type ULI in the ABORT= field, or press the NEXT or PREVIOUS

keys:

3.

or

until ULI appears in the field.

Press
at this point to save the Abort Switch value if no other fields on the screen
are changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by
pressing the arrow keys on the keypad.

How It Works

When an alarm initiates in the programmed Releasing Zone, you can press and hold the Abort
Switch while the Delay Timer continues to count down. (If the delay timer has expired, the abort
switch has no effect.) When you release the Abort Switch, a 10-second ULI timer counts down. At
the end of the 10-second ULI timer, the control panel activates the Releasing Zone outputs.
Example

A ULI Abort Switch and a Delay Timer programmed to Releasing Zone R05:
PRG RELEASE FUNCT
RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=15
ABORT=ULI CROSS=N SOK=0000

R05

Program selections for Releasing Zone R05

Total time from alarm initiation to release:

5 + 15 + 10 = 30 seconds

Delay =15 sec.

0 sec.

15 sec.

5 sec.

5 sec.

20 sec.

30 sec.

15 sec.

Alarm
10 sec.
Press and hold the
Abort Switch for 15
seconds

Release the Abort

Switch; the 10-second
ULI timer begins
When the 10-seconds
ULI timer expires, the
control panel activates
Releasing Zone outputs

Figure A.4 ULI Abort Switch Example

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Programming an IRI Abort Switch

The following contains information needed to program an IRI Abort Switch.
Description

A standard UL-type delay timer (complies with UL Standard 864) that operates like ULI, but with
additional functions for Cross Zones.
How to Program

1.

Program the monitor module connected to the abort station with Type Code ABORT SWITCH as
detailed in Modify an Addressable Monitor Module Point on page 22.

2.

Select a time for the Releasing Zone Delay Timer (refer toProgramming a Delay Timer
on page 53.)
To Program

Do this

IRI Abort Switch

Type IRI in the ABORT= field, or press the next or previous keys,
or

3.

, until IRI appears in the field.

Press
at this point to save the Abort Switch value if no other fields on the screen
are changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by
pressing the arrow keys on the keypad.

How it Works

When the first alarm occurs in a releasing zone programmed with a cross-zone code, pressing the
abort switch will prevent activation of the releasing zone should a second alarm occur while the
switch is held. When the abort switch is released, if a second alarm has occurred while the switch
was held, the ten-second IRI timer activates immediately, and the control panel activates the
releasing zone outputs at the end of the IRI timer countdown. When the abort switch is released and
a second alarm has not occurred while the switch was held, the panel waits for the cross-zone
conditions to be met before activating the releasing zone.

WARNING:
The IRI abort switch will only work if it is pushed before the second alarm occurs. If it is pushed after the
second alarm, the releasing zone will already have been activated, and the switch will have no effect.
Example

An IRI Abort Switch and a Delay Timer programmed to Releasoing Zone R05:
PRG RELEASE FUNCT
RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=15 ABORT=IRI
CROSS=Z SOK=0000

R05

Program selections for Releasing Zone R05

Abort Switch held 15 sec.
0 sec.

5 sec.

10 sec.

30 sec.

20 sec.

5 sec.

Alarm 1

5 sec.
10 sec.

Total time from when Abort

Switch is pressed to output
activation: 15 + 10 = 25
Total time from when Abort
Switch is released to output
activation: 10 seconds

Press and hold

the Abort
Switch for 15
seconds
Alarm 2
(Cross-zone
conditions met)

10 sec.

Release the abort

switch; a 10-second
IRI timer begins

At the end of the 10 seconds,

the control panel activates
releasing zone outputs

Figure A.5 IRI Abort Switch Example

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Programming a NYC Abort Switch

The following contains information needed to program an NYC Abort Switch.
Description

A standard NYC delay timer that adds 90 seconds to the programmed Delay Timer.
NOTE: NYC timers do not comply with UL Standard 864.
How to Program

1.

Program the monitor module connected to the abort station with the Type Code ABORT
as detailed in Modify an Addressable Monitor Module Point on page 22.

SWITCH

2.

Select a time for the Releasing Zone Delay Timer (refer toProgramming a Delay Timer
on page 53).)
To Program

Do this

NYC Abort Switch

Type NYC in the ABORT= field, or press the next or previous keys,
or

3.

, until NYC appears in the field.

Press
at this point to save the Abort Switch value if no other fields on the screen
are changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by
pressing the arrow keys on the keypad.

How It Works

When an alarm initiates in the programmed Releasing Zone, pressing and holding the Abort switch
stops the Delay Timer countdown. The Delay Timer restarts at the beginning of its countdown
when the Abort switch is released. When the Delay Timer expires, the 90-second NYC timer starts
counting down. When both timers expire, the control panel activates Releasing Zone outputs.
NOTE: 120 seconds is the maximum delay after the Abort switch is released. If the Delay Timer
time plus the NYC delay time of 90 seconds exceeds 120 seconds, Releasing Zone outputs will
still be activated at 120 seconds after the Abort switch is released.
Example 1 - Delay Time Does Not Exceed 120 Seconds

Select a Delay Timer value for R05 of 15 seconds. The Releasing Zone activates and the 15-second
Delay Timer starts. Ten seconds into the Delay Timer countdown, press and hold the Abort Switch
for 30 seconds, then release the Abort Switch. The control panel restarts the Delay Timer at 15
seconds and adds the NYC delay of 90 seconds. The delay timers will both expire at 105 seconds,

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and Releasing Zone outputs will begin releasing at that time. Following is an example of a NYC
Abort Switch and a Delay Timer programmed to Releasing Zone R05:
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=15 ABORT=NYC CROSS=N SOK=0000
R05
Program selections for Releasing Zone R05
Total time from alarm initiation to release:
10 + 30 + 105 = 145 seconds
Delay=15 sec.

Delay=15 sec.

NYC Delay=90 sec.

0 sec.
105 sec. (15 + 90). Does not exceed 120 seconds.
10 sec.
30 sec.

Alarm
Press and hold
the Abort Switch
Release Abort Switch--At this point, the delay time
becomes the programmed delay
(15 sec.) plus 90 seconds (105
sec.) OR 120 seconds,
whichever is smaller

When all timers are expired (in this example,

145 seconds after alarm initiation, 105
seconds after the Abort switch has been
released) the control panel activates
Releasing Zone outputs

Figure A.6 NYC Abort Switch Example 1

Example 2 - Delay Time Exceeds 120 Seconds

Select a Delay Timer value for R05 of 60 seconds. The Releasing Zone activates and the 60-second
Delay Timer starts. Ten seconds into the Delay Timer countdown, press and hold the Abort Switch
for 30 seconds, then release the Abort Switch. The control panel restarts the Delay Timer at 60
seconds and adds the NYC delay of 90 seconds. The delay timers will both expire at 150 seconds:
however, this time exceeds the maximum of 120 seconds, so the Releasing Zone outputs will begin
releasing at 120 seconds, not at 150. Following is an example of a NYC Abort Switch and a Delay
Timer programmed to Releasing Zone R05:
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=60 ABORT=NYC CROSS=N SOK=0000
R05
Program selections for Releasing Zone R05
Delay=60 sec.
Pressing and releasing Abort switch
restarts Delay=60 countdown after
40 seconds have elapsed.

Total time from alarm initiation to release:

10 + 30 + 60 + 60 = 160 seconds
Delay=60 sec.

0 sec.

NYC Delay=90 sec.

150 sec. (60 + 90). Exceeds 120 seconds.

10 sec.

30 sec.

Alarm
Press and hold
the Abort Switch
120 sec. to release

Release Abort Switch--At this point, the delay becomes

the balance of the programmed
delay (60 sec.) plus 90 seconds
(150 sec.) OR 120 seconds,
whichever is smaller

The control panel activates

Releasing Zone outputs after
120 seconds have elapsed.
The NYC timer has not
expired, but it is overridden by
the control panel.

Figure A.7 NYC Abort Switch Example 2

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Programming an AHJ Abort Switch

The following contains information needed to program an AHJ Abort Switch:
Description

An AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) delay timer that restores the programmed Delay Timer.
NOTE: An AHJ timer does not comply with UL Standard 864.
How to Program

1.

Program the monitor module connected to the abort station with the Type Code ABORT
as detailed in Modify an Addressable Monitor Module Point on page 22.

SWITCH

2.

Select a time for the Releasing Zone Delay Timer (refer toProgramming a Delay Timer
on page 53.
To Program

Do this

AHJ Abort Switch

Type AHJ in the ABORT= field, or press the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys,
or

3.

, until AHJ appears in the field.

Press
at this point to save the Abort Switch value if no other fields on the screen
are changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by
pressing the arrow keys on the keypad.

How It Works

When an alarm initiates, the programmed Delay Timer starts. Press and hold the Abort switch and
the control panel suspends the Delay Timer. When you release the Abort Switch, the control panel
restores the value of the programmed Delay Timer and the Delay Timer counts down. When the
Delay Timer expires, the control panel activates Releasing Zone outputs.

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Example

An AHJ Abort Switch and a Delay Timer programmed to Releasing Zone R05:
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=60 ABORT=AHJ CROSS=N SOK=0000
R05
Program selections for Releasing Zone R05

Total time from alarm initiation to release:

45 + 30 + 60 = 135 seconds

Delay=60 sec.
0 sec.

60 sec.

45 sec.

135 sec.

75 sec.

45 sec.
30 sec.

Alarm

60 sec.

Press and hold

the Abort Switch

Release the Abort Switch and control

panel restores the programmed value the
Delay Timer (60 sec.) and counts down
When the Delay Timer
expires, the control panel
activates Releasing
Zone outputs

Figure A.8 AHJ Abort Switch Example

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A.2.3 Using Cross Zones

Purpose of Cross Zones
Using Cross Zones lets you program the control panel to activate a Releasing Zone and any output
mapped to the Releasing Zone only after a predetermined sequence of events occurs. (If not using
Cross Zones, set CROSS= N.)
NOTE: Only the first Software Zone (Z01-Z99) listed in the zone map is used to determine
Cross=Z.

A summary of the types of Cross Zones and the conditions for activating a Releasing Zone:
Type

Activates when

Two or more detectors are alarmed that are mapped to one of the ten Releasing Zones (R0-R9).

Two or more detectors are alarmed that are mapped to two different software zones and mapped
to one of the ten Releasing Zones (R0-R9).

At least one smoke detector mapped to one of the ten Releasing Zones (R0-R9) is alarmed and at
least one heat detector mapped to the same Releasing Zone (R0-R9) is alarmed.

NOTE: When in alarm, Special Zones R0-R9 appear in the CBE list as ZR00-ZR09. For
example, R5 appears in the CBE list as ZR05.

How Cross Zones Work

Below is an illustrated example of how Cross Zones work, using five Cross Zone selections (four
detectors and a NAC mapped to Releasing Zone R1):
PROGRM SMOKE(PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D101
01 R1 __ __ __A8P8** 1D101
CBE list = 01 R1

PROGRM SMOKE(PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D102

01 R1 __ __ __A8P8** 1D102
CBE list = 01 R1

PROGRM SMOKE(PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D103

02 R1 __ __ __A8P8** 1D103
CBE list = 02 R1

PROGRM HEAT(ANALOG) DETECTOR ADDR 1D104

02 R1 __ __ __
** 1D104
CBE list = 02 R1

PROGRM RELEASE CKT

FRONT HALLWAY NO. 3
R1 __ __ __ __
I**
B03
CBE list = R1

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Software
Zone Z01

CBE list = Z02 ZR1

Smoke
Detector
2D102

Heat
Detector
2D104

Software
Zone Z02

Smoke
Detector
2D103

Smoke
Detector
2D101
CBE list = Z01 ZR1

CBE list = Z01 ZR1

Releasing
Zone ZR1

REL
B03

CBE list = ZR1

Figure A.9 Illustrated Example of Cross Zone Programming

A listing of each Cross Zone option and the conditions required to activate the Releasing Zone,
according to the example shown above.
Cross Zone
Condition(s) Required to Activate the Releasing zone
Selection (Cross=)
Cross=N

An alarm from any detector activates the releasing circuit.

Cross=Y

An alarm from any two detectors activates the releasing circuit.

Cross=Z

An alarm from two detectors mapped to different Software Zones, but

mapped to the same Releasing Zone.
An alarm from 2D101 and 2D103
An alarm from 2D102 and 2D104
An alarm from 2D101 and 2D104
An alarm from 2D102 and 2D103
The two detectors listed in each set above are each mapped to different
zones, but both list ZR1 in their CBE.

Cross=H

Activation of heat detector 2D104 and one smoke detector (2D101,

21D102, or 2D103).

Select a time for the Releasing Zone Delay Timer (refer toProgramming a Delay Timer on page
53.)
To Program

Do this

Cross Zones

Type N, Y, Z, or H in the CROSS= field, or press the NEXT or PREVIOUS keys,

or

, until N, Y, Z or H appears in the that field.

Press
at this point to save the Cross Zone value if no other fields on the screen are
changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by pressing the
arrow keys on the keypad.

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A.2.4 Programming a Soak Timer

The Soak Timer specifies the length of time (0001 to 9999 seconds, or 0000 for not used) to dump
releasing agents when a Releasing Zone activates. When the Soak Timer expires, the control panel
automatically shuts off the releasing solenoids for the active Releasing Zone. To program a Soak
Timer for a Releasing Zone, follow these instructions:
To Program

Do this

Soak Timer

Type a seconds value of 0000 (no soak timer) to 9999 from the
numeric keys on the keypad in the SOK= field.

Press
at this point to save the Soak Timer value if no other fields on the screen are
changing. To change another field on the screen, move the cursor into position by pressing the
arrow keys on the keypad.
A Soak Timer value of 600 seconds is shown below:
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=00 ABORT=ULI CROSS=N SOK=0600
R00

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A.2.5 Using Type Codes for Releasing Zones

The control panel provides a set of Type Codes designed for releasing applications for inputs and
outputs. This section details how to program each of these Type Codes.
Type Codes designed for Releasing Zone inputs (monitor modules).
Type Code

What the Type Code does

Refer to

ABORT SWITCH

Provides an abort function through a monitor

module (connected to a UL-listed abort
station) for a Releasing Zone.

abort switch Type Code on page 66

(tracking)
MAN. RELEASE

(latching)
MAN REL DELAY

(latching)

SECOND SHOT

(latching)

Provides a manual release through a monitor man. release Type Code on page
module (connected to a UL-listed pull station) 67
for a Releasing Zone.
Provides a manual release with a 30-second manrel delay Type Code on page
delay (dependent on the FACP Delay setting) 68
through a monitor module (connected to a
UL-listed pull station) for a Releasing Zone.
Provides a second manual release through a
monitor module (connected to a UL-listed
pull station) for a Releasing Zone.

second shot Type Code on page 70

Type Codes designed for Releasing Zone outputs (control modules and panel NACs).
Type Code

What the Type Code does

Refer to

REL END BELL

Activates a NAC audio or visual device

when releasing circuits shut off.

release end bell on page 72

REL CKT ULC

Directs outputs to perform a release function rel ckt ulc Type Code on page 74
as required by ULC.

RELEASE CKT

Directs outputs to perform a releasing

function.

release ckt Type Code on page 76

RELEA. FORM C

Directs relay outputs to perform a releasing

function.

Relea. Form-C Type Code on page

78

REL AUDIBLE

Activates audio or visual devices steady

when releasing starts.

rel audible Type Code on page 80

INSTANT RELE

Activates non-releasing output (panel NAC

or control modules) with no delay time.

instant rele Type Code on page 82

REL CODE BELL

Activates audio or visual devices to pulse at

20 ppm (initial zone of a Cross Zone) or 120
ppm (Cross Zone satisfied).Steady on
release.

rel code bell Type Code on page 83

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Type Code

ABORT SWITCH

The following contains information needed to program an Abort Switch for a monitor module
Description

A monitor module, connected to a UL-listed abort station (such as the Notifier NBG-12LRA), that
you use as an abort switch for a Releasing Zone. You can program multiple monitor modules with
the ABORT SWITCH Type Code that work like multiple conventional abort switches on a
conventional zone.
Programming

1.

Select a monitor module to use as an Abort Switch (refer to Modify or Delete a Point
(2=point) on page 20).

2.

Select the ABORT SWITCH Type Code.

Type Code selection: ABORT SWITCH

PROGRM ABORT_SWITCH MODULE ADDR 1M101

R1 __ __ __ __
1M101
Releasing Zone selection (R1 shown)

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the enter key to save, then press the esc key until you return to the Program Change
screen.

5.

Select the type of Abort Switch for your releasing application (refer to Abort Switches on
page 54).

Example

A programming example of a monitor module programmed as an Abort Switch for Releasing Zone
R5.
SYSTEM
NORMAL

SYSTEM
ACTIVATED

Monitor
Module

Detector

Type Code
ABORT SWITCH

R05

B01

Control
Module

NBG12LRAface.wmf

NBG-12LRA
station with
Abort Switch

Figure A.10 Monitor Module Configured as an Abort Switch

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MAN. RELEASE

Type Code

The following contains information needed to program a Manual Release switch for a monitor
module.
Description

A monitor moduleconnected to a UL-listed manual station (such as the Notifier NBG-12LRA)

used to manually release agents. A Manual Release switch overrides all timers, such as a Delay
Timer or a Soak Timer. You can install multiple monitor modules with a MAN. RELEASE Type Code
that work like multiple conventional manual release switches on a conventional zone.
Programming

1.

Select a monitor module (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to use for
the manual release function.

2.

Select the MAN. RELEASE Type Code.

Type Code selection: MAN RELEASE

PROGRM MAN_RELEASE
MODULE ADDR 1M101
R5 __ __ __ __
1M101
Releasing Zone selection (R5 shown)

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key until you return to the Program Change
screen.

Example

A programming example of a monitor module programmed as an manual release switch for

Releasing Zone R5.
SYSTEM
NORMAL

SYSTEM
ACTIVATED

NBG-12LRA station with Manual Release Lever

Monitor
Module

Detector

Type Code
MAN. RELEASE

B01

Control
Module

NBGLRAface.wmf

R05

Figure A.11 Monitor Module Configured as a Manual Release Switch

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MANREL DELAY

Type Code

The following contains information needed to program a Manual Release Delay switch for a
monitor module using the MANREL DELAY Type Code.
Description

A monitor moduleconnected to a UL-listed manual station (such as the Notifier

NBG-12LRA)used to initiate a manual release with 30-second delay time.
A Manual Release Delay switch overrides the FACP programmed Delay Timer in certain
circumstances, but not the soak timer.
Override Circumstances:
When the Manual Release Delay Switch activates, the control panel replaces the Delay Time
with 30 seconds if the Delay Timer
is set to more than 30 seconds
is running, and
has not counted down below 30 seconds.
NOTE: When the Delay Timer is set to less than 30 seconds, activation of the Manual Release
Delay Switch will invoke the FACP programmed Delay Time if the Delay Timer is not running, or
the FACP programmed Delay Timer countdown time if it is running. Refer to the examples 1
through 5 later in this section.

Multiple monitor modules can be programmed with a MANREL DELAY Type Code. They work like
multiple conventional manual release switches on a conventional zone.
How to program

1.

Select a monitor module (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to use
for the manual release function.

2.

Select the MANREL DELAY Type Code.

Type Code selection: MANREL_DELAY

PROGRM MANREL_DELAY MODULE ADDR 1M101

R5 __ __ __ __
1M101
Releasing Zone selection (R5 shown)

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3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key until you return to the Program
Change screen.

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Examples

A programming example of a monitor module programmed for MANREL DELAY switch for
Releasing Zone R5.

SYSTEM
ACTIVATED

Monitor
Module

NBG-12LRA
station with
Manual Release
Lever

Detector

Type Code
MANREL DELAY

R05

B01

Control
Module

NBGLRAface.wmr

SYSTEM
NORMAL

Figure A.12 Monitor Module Configured as a Manual Release Delay Switch

For examples 1, 2, and 3, program Releasing Zone R5 with a Manual Release Delay switch and the
following releasing selections:
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=60 ABORT=ULI CROSS=N SOK=0030 R05

Example 1 - The FACP programmed Delay Timer begins its 60 second countdown. The Manual
Release Delay switch is pulled when the FACP Delay Timer has counted down to 48 seconds
(elapsed time of 12 seconds). The 48 seconds remaining in the countdown are overridden by the 30second delay initiated by the Manual Release Delay switch. In this example, the total time elapsing
from FACP countdown initiation to agent release is 42 seconds (12 + 30), less than the original 60
second FACP Delay Timer countdown.
Example 2 - The FACP programmed Delay Time begins its 60 second countdown. The Manual
Release Delay switch is pulled when the FACP Delay Timer has counted down to 8 seconds. The 8
seconds remaining in the countdown is not changed when the switch is pulled. In this example, the
total time elapsing from FACP countdown initiation to agent release is 60 seconds.
Example 3 - The FACP programmed Delay Time is not running (as would happen if the releasing
station were pulled before an alarm registered). The Manual Release Delay Switch is activated by
the pull station. Agent release will occur in 30 seconds.
For examples 4 and 5, the delay is changed to DELAY=10.
Example 4 - The FACP programmed Delay Timer begins its 10 second countdown. The Manual
Release Delay switch is pulled when the FACP Delay timer has counted down to 8 seconds. The 8
seconds remaining in the countdown is not changed. In this example, the total time elapsing from
FACP countdown initiation to agent release is 10 seconds.
Example 5 - The FACP programmed Delay Timer is not running (as would happen if the releasing
station were pulled before an alarm registered). The Manual Release Delay switch is activated by
the pull station. Agent release will occur in 10 seconds.

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SECOND SHOT

Type Code

NOTE: The Second Shot switch can only be used with the MANREL DELAy Type Code.

The following contains information needed to program a Second Shot switch for a monitor module
Description

A monitor moduleconnected to a UL-listed manual station (such as the NBG-12LRA)used as

for a second release of agents. A Second Shot switch overrides a Delay Timer, programmed to the
same Releasing Zone.
Programming

1.

Select a monitor module (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to use for
the manual release function.

2.

Select the SECOND SHOT Type Code.

Type Code selection: SECOND_SHOT

PROGRM SECOND_SHOT
MODULE ADDR 1M101
R5 __ __ __ __
1M101
Releasing Zone selection (R5 shown)

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key until you return to the Program Change
screen.

Examples

A programming example of a monitor module programmed as a Manual Release Delay switch

(Type Code MANREL DELAY) for the first shot and a Second Shot switch (Type Code SECOND SHOT)
for the second shot.
SYSTEM
NORMAL

SYSTEM
ACTIVATED

NBG-12LRA station with

Manual Release lever
Monitor
Module
2M101

Detector

Monitor
Module
2M102

R05

Type Code

Second
Shot
Switch

Type Code
SECOND SHOT

MANREL DELAY

B01

Control
Module

Figure A.13 Monitor Module Configured as a Second Shot Switch

With two monitor modules configured as shown above, program Releasing Zone R5 with the
following releasing selections.
PRG RELEASE FUNCTION RELEASE CONTROL
DELAY=15 ABORT=ULI CROSS=Y SOK=0030 RO5

R05 can be activated in one of two ways, as described in the examples given below.

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Example 1: If the detector initiates the alarm, R05 activates. Releasing begins after the delay timer
has expired (15 seconds). Releasing will continue for the soak timer duration (30 seconds). Once
the Soak Timer expires, the Second Shot Switch can then be activated to initiate an additional soak
cycle.
Example 2: If the NBG-12LRA (Type Code MANREL DELAY) lever is pulled, the delay timer
begins its 15 second countdown. Releasing will begin after the delay timer has expired, and will
continue for the soak timer duration (30 seconds). Once the Soak Timer expires, the Second Shot
Switch can then be activated to initiate an additional soak cycle.

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RELEASE END BELL

NOTE: A releasing circuit with this Type Code requires the following selections: A Releasing
Zone selection (R0-R9); An output circuit mapped to the same Releasing Zone; Switch Inhibit
selected; Non-Silenceable; No Walk Test.

The following contains information needed to program a Release End Bell circuit for a control
module or a NAC.
Description

A control module or NAC to activate an audible or visual device when releasing devices shut off.
You can also program multiple outputs with the REL END BELL Type Code to the same Releasing
Zone. When all the Releasing Zone functions are complete, all outputs with the REL END BELL Type
Code activate at the same time. A rel end bell circuit remains on until you reset the system
Programming

1.

Select a control module or NAC (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to
use as a Release End Bell circuit.

2.

Select the REL END BELL Type Code, as shown in the following example (control module
shown).
Type Code selection: REL END BELL

PROGRM REL END BELL MODULE ADDR 1M108

R5 __ __ __ __
I**
1M108
Walk Test
Selection: * = off

Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

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Silenceable: * = off

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the enter key to save, then press the esc key two times to return to the Program Change
screen.

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Example

A programming example of a control module programmed as a Release End Bell for Releasing
Zone R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detector

Detector

B02

Control
Module

R05

Control
Module

B01

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

REL END BELL

REL CIRCUIT

REL CIRCUIT

REL AUDIBLE

For example, a control module programmed with the REL END

BELL Type Code activates when all releasing functions, such
as the releasing functions programmed for R05 shut off.

Figure A.14 Control Module Configured as a Release End Bell Circuit

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REL CKT ULC

Type Code

NOTE: A ULC Release Circuit with this Type Code requires the following selections: A
Releasing Zone selection (R0-R9); An output circuit mapped to the same Releasing Zone; Switch
Inhibit selected; Non-Silenceable; No Walk Test.

The following contains information needed to program a ULC Release Circuit for a control module
or a NAC.
Description

A control module or a NAC used to activate a releasing solenoid or other releasing device. You can
also program multiple outputs with the REL CKT ULC Type Code to the same Releasing Zone. When
the Releasing Zone activates, all outputs with the REL CKT ULC Type Code also activate at the same
time. A ULC Release Circuit activates when:
An initiating device programmed to the same Releasing Zone activates (two devices if using
the Cross Zone option)
The Delay Timer for R0-R9 (if used) expires
No Abort Switch for R0-R9 (if used) is active
A ULC Release Circuit and all wiring to the release deviceis fully supervised and usable with
power-limited energy cable.
Programming

1.

Select a control module or a NAC (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20)
to use as a ULC Release Circuit.

2.

Select the REL CKT ULC Type Code, as shown in the following example (control module
shown).
Type Code selection: REL CKT ULC

PROGRM REL CKT ULC

MODULE ADDR 1M108
R5 __ __ __ __
I**
1M108
Walk Test
Selection: * = off

Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)

Silenceable: * = off
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

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3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key two times to return to the Program Change
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Example

A programming example of a control module programmed as a ULC Release Circuit for Releasing
Zone R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detec

Detector

R05
Type Code

Type Code

REL CKT ULC

REL CKT ULC

Control
Module

B01

B02

Control
Module

For example, all control modules programmed with the REL

CKT ULC Type Code activate simultaneously with other
outputs programmed for R5 (B01, B02).

Figure A.15 Control Module Configured as a ULC Release Circuit

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Type Code

RELEASE CKT

NOTE: A Release Circuit with this Type Code requires the following selections: A Releasing
Zone selection (R0-R9); An output circuit mapped to the same Releasing Zone; Switch Inhibit
selected; Non-Silenceable; No Walk Test.

NOTE: Do not use a Release Circuit for the following: An application requiring ULC Listing; An
application requiring power-limited energy cable.

The following contains information needed to program a Release Circuit for an output circuit
(control module or NAC).
Description

A control module or a NAC used to activate a releasing solenoid or other releasing device. You can
also program multiple outputs with the RELEASE CKT Type Code to the same Releasing Zone. When
the Releasing Zone activates, all outputs associated with the releasing zone and with the RELEASE
CKT Type Code also activate at the same time. A Release Circuit activates when:
An initiating device programmed to the same Releasing Zone activates (two devices if using
the Cross Zone option)
The Delay Timer for R0-R9 (if used) expires
The Abort Switch for R0-R9 (if used) is not active
Programming

1.

Select a control module or a NAC (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20)
to use as a Release Circuit.

2.

Select the RELEASE CKT Type Code, as shown in the following example (control module
shown).
Type Code selection: RELEASE CKT

PROGRM RELEASE CKT

MODULE ADDR 1M108
R5 __ __ __ __
I**
1M108
Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

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Walk Test
Selection: * = off
Silenceable: * = off

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key two times to return to the Program Change
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Example

A programming example of a control module programmed as a Release Circuit for Releasing Zone
R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detector

Detector

R05
Type Code

Type Code

RELEASE CKT

RELEASE CKT

Control
Module

B01

B02

Control
Module

For example, all control modules programmed with the RELEASE

CKT Type Code activate simultaneously with other outputs
programmed for R5 (B01, B02).

Figure A.16 Control Module Configured as a Release Circuit

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Relea. Form-C Type Code

NOTE: An output with a relea.form c Type Code requires the following selections: A Releasing
Zone selection (R0-R9); An output circuit mapped to the same Releasing Zone; Switch Inhibit
selected; Non-Silenceable; No Walk Test.

The following contains information needed to program a Release Form-C circuit for an output
circuit.
Description

An output circuit, configured as a relay, programmed to activate an output by opening or closing a

switch. Typical applications include closing doors and air handlers.
Programming

1.

Select a control module (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to use as a
Releasing Form-C Circuit.

2.

Select the RELEA.FORM C Type Code, as shown in the following example (control module
shown).
Type Code selection: RELEA.FORM C

PROGRM RELEA.FORM C MODULE ADDR 1M108

R5 __ __ __ __ I** 1M108
Walk Test
Selection: * = off

Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)

Silenceable: * = off
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

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3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key two times to return to the Program Change
screen.

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Example

A programming example of a control module programmed as a Release Form-C circuit for

Releasing Zone R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detector

Detector

B02

Control
Module

R05

Control
Module

B01

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

REL FORM C

REL CIRCUIT

REL CIRCUIT

REL AUDIBLE

For example, a control module, configured as a Form-C relay,

activates simultaneously with other outputs programmed for R5 (B01,
B02) and the control module with the REL AUDIBLE Type Code.

Figure A.17 Control Module Configured as a Release Form-C Circuit

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REL AUDIBLE

Type Code

NOTE: An output with a REL AUDIBLE Type Code requires the following selections: A Releasing
Zone selection (R0-R9); An output circuit mapped to the same Releasing Zone; Switch Inhibit
selected.

The following contains information needed to program a Release Audible circuit for an output
circuit (control module or NAC).
Description

An output circuit programmed to activate an audio or visual device when all releasing outputs,
programmed to the same Releasing Zone, turn on. You can also program multiple outputs with the
REL AUDIBLE Type Code to the same Releasing Zone. When the Releasing Zone activates, all
outputs with the REL AUDIBLE Type Code activate at the same time.
Programming

1.

Select a control module or NAC (refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to
use as a Releasing Circuit.

2.

Select the REL AUDIBLE Type Code, as shown in the following example (control module
shown).
Type Code selection: REL AUDIBLE

PROGRM REL AUDIBLE

MODULE ADDR 1M108
R5 __ __ __ __
I**
1M108
Walk Test
Selection: * = off

Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)

Silenceable: * = off
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

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3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key two times to return to the Program Change
screen.

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Example

A programming example of a control module programmed as a Release Audible circuit for

Releasing Zone R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detector

Detector

B02

Control
Module

R05

Control
Module

B01

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

Type Code

REL AUDIBLE

REL CIRCUIT

REL CIRCUIT

REL AUDIBLE

For example, a control module programmed with the REL

AUDIBLE Type Code activates simultaneously with other
outputs programmed for R05 (B01 and B02).

Figure A.18 Control Module Configured as a Release Audible Circuit

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INSTANT RELE

Type Code

NOTE: An output with an INSTANT RELE Type Code requires the following selections: a zone
selection (a releasing zone may be used, but is not required); an output circuit mapped to the
same zone; Switch Inhibit selected; Non-Silenceable; No Walk Test.

The following contains information needed to program an Instant Release circuit for an output
circuit (control module or NAC).
Description

An output circuit programmed to activate non-releasing devices, such as door openers or warning
sounders, without counting down delay timers. A device programmed with the INSTANT RELE Type
Code device is supervised for open circuits and ground faults.
Programming

1.

Select a control module or a NAC (refer toModify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20) to
use as a Releasing Circuit.

2.

Select the INSTANT RELE Type Code, as shown in the following example (control module
shown).
Type Code selection: INSTANT REL

PROGRM INSTANT RELE MODULE ADDR 1M101

R5 __ __ __ __
I**
1M101
Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)

Walk Test
Selection: * = off
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

Silenceable: * = off

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key two times to return to the Program Change
screen.

Example

A programming example of a control module programmed as an Instant Release circuit for

Releasing Zone R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detector

Detector

R05
Type Code

Type Code

INSTANT RELE

INSTANT RELE

Control
Module

B01

B02

Control
Module

For example, a control module programmed with the

INSTANT RELE Type Code activates simultaneously with
other outputs programmed for R05 (B01 and B02).

Figure A.19 Control Module Configured as an Instant Release Circuit

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REL CODE BELL

Type Code

NOTE: An output with a REL CODE BELL Type Code requires the following selections: A
Releasing Zone selection (R0-R9); An input circuit mapped to the same Releasing Zone.

NOTE: For instructions on programming Switch Inhibit, Silenceable, and Walk Test, refer to
Modify NAC Points on page 25.

The following contains information needed to program a Release Code Bell circuit for a NAC.
Description

A NAC programmed to pulse an audio or visual device as follows:

20 ppm when a the initial zone of a cross-zone activates.
120 ppm when a Cross Zone is satisfied.
Steady when a release occurs.
Programming

1.

Select a NAC (refer to Modify NAC Points on page 25) to use as a Release Code Bell
Circuit.

2.

Select the REL CODE BELL Type Code, as shown in the following example (NAC shown).
Type Code selection: REL CODE BELL

PROGRM REL CODE BELL FRONT HALLWAY NO. 3

R5 __ __ __ __
I**
B03
Releasing Zone
selection (R5 shown)

Walk Test
Selection: * = off
Switch Inhibit: I = selected

Silenceable: * = off

3.

Select the Releasing Zone (R0-R9) for your releasing application.

4.

Press the ENTER key to save, then press the ESC key two times to return to the Program Change
screen.

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Initiating Devices

Example

A programming example of a NAC programmed as a Release Code Bell circuit for Releasing Zone
R5.
Monitor
Module

Detector

Detector

Detector

B02

Control
Module

R05
Type Code
REL CODE BELL

B01

B03

A NAC programmed with the REL CODE BELL Type Code activates
simultaneously with other outputs programmed for R05 (B01 and B02).

Figure A.20 NAC Configured as a Release Code Bell Circuit

A.3 Initiating Devices

Releasing zone initiating devices include the following:
FST-851 intelligent heat detectors
FSI-851, FSP-851, FAPT-851, FSL-751 intelligent smoke detectors
Conventional detection UL-listed devices connected to monitor modules
Refer to the SLC manual for the most up-to-date information about initiating devices.
You can use multiple initiating devices for the same releasing hazard. Do so by mapping initiating
devices to the same Releasing Zone. Factory Mutual and certain Local Authorities Having
Jurisdiction require using redundant wiring (NFPA 72 Style 6 or Style D) for initiating devices in
releasing applications.

A.4 Warning Sounders

Warning sounders connect to any of the four panel NACs, or to control module circuits (refer to the
NFS-320 Installation Manual). Note the following:

If selecting Cross Zones, a warning sounder only activates when two zones alarm.

Warning soundersunlike release solenoidsdo not wait for a Delay Timer.

If Coding Functions are required for warning sounders, use one of the NACsnot a control
module.

The same releasing hazard can activate multiple NACs.

Instructions for activating warning sounders:

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To activate a sounder

Do this

When the Delay Timer starts, when the

releasing device activates, or both

Map the control module or NAC to a releasing hazard zone

(R0-R9).

Immediately when one of the initiating

devices activate

Map the control module or NAC to a separate zone (not R0-R9)

that is also mapped to all initiating devices of the hazard.

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A.5 Auxiliary Control Functions

Instructions for using control functions:
Function

Do this

A releasing application
requires control relays

Use control modules set for dry contact operation. Program the
control relays for different functions by following the instructions
in To activate a sounder above.

Providing control functions

Use an ACM-8R remote relay module mapped to the software

zones of the control panel.

A.6 ACS Annunciation

Instructions for annunciating ACS points and detectors:
To Annunciate

Do this

Points of releasing functions

Select ACS Selection Group B to annunciate any of the software

zones described previously, including zones R0-R9. For
instructions, refer to Annunciator Options on page 33.

Individual detectors

Select ACS Selection Group H, I, J, K or L. For instructions, refer

to Annunciator Options on page 33.

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Appendix B: Special Zone Outputs

B.1 Presignal and Positive Alarm Sequence (PAS)
B.1.1 What is Presignal and PAS?
Purpose
Presignal is a feature that initially causes alarm signals to only sound in specific areas, monitored
by qualified persons. This allows delay of the alarm up to 180 seconds after the start of alarm
processing. The control panel Presignal feature provides two selections:
A Presignal Delay Timer (60-180 seconds) that delays activation of all outputs with a CBE
that includes Special Zone F0.
A PAS (Positive Alarm Sequence) selection, in addition to the Presignal Delay Timer, that
allows a 15-second time period for acknowledging an alarm signal from a fire
detection/initiating device. If the alarm is not acknowledged within 15 seconds, all local and
remote outputs activate immediately and automatically.
An illustration of Presignal and PAS timing.
Presignal Delay Timer (60-180 s)
PAS (15 s)

Initial alarm
annunciation

If PAS=Y, alarm activates

outputs if not acknowledged
Alarm activates outputs, if the
control panel is not reset

Figure B.1 Presignal and PAS Time

The control panel delays activation of outputs containing F0 in their Control-By-Event (CBE) list
for all alarm initiating devices that contain F0 in their CBE list. A subsequent alarm will abort the
Presignal Delay Timer and execute CBE lists.

Notes on using F0
NFPA 72 requires installation of a PAS Inhibit switch, that can be used to turn off the PAS
delay timer when the control panel is unattended. Do so by programming a monitor module
with the Type Code, PAS INHIBIT. For details, refer to Modify an Addressable Monitor
Module Point on page 22.
The Presignal Delay timer countdown can be stopped by pressing the SYSTEM RESET key
before the Presignal Delay Timer expires.
Program zone F0 to participating inputs and outputs that have appropriate CBE zone map
entries.

Restrictions on using F0
Do not include F0 in the CBE list for a releasing device.
Do not include F0 in the CBE list for any monitor module that connects to a device other
than an automatic fire detector.

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Special Zone Outputs

B.1.2 Selecting Presignal and PAS Outputs

Presignal
You can set Presignal Delay Timer between 60 and 180 seconds. A Presignal Delay Timer does not
apply to the following:
The System Alarm relay
TM-4 polarity reversal alarm output
TM-4 municipal box output
UDACT

Positive Alarm Sequence (PAS)

Outputs selected for PAS delay for 15 seconds. Pressing the ACKNOWLEDGE/SCROLL DISPLAY key
within the 15-second delay will set the Presignal Delay Timer to the full programmed value
(60-180 seconds, including the PAS delay of 15 seconds). When an alarm comes from an initiating
device with a CBE list that includes F0, the control panel delays the following outputs:
System Alarm relay
TM-4 Polarity Reversal Alarm output
TM-4 Municipal Box output
UDACT

B.2 Time Control Zones

NOTE: All active Time Control outputs will turn off temporarily while resetting or programming
the control panel

All outputs with a CBE list containing F5 or F6 activate within the times specified for the days of
the week listed in F5 or F6. All smoke detectors with a CBE list containing F5 or F6 switch to their
occupied level (lowest sensitivity, AL:9) within the times specified for the days of the week listed
in ZF5 or ZF6.Refer to Intelligent Sensing Applications on page 89 for details on setting detector
sensitivity.
Time Control is active for all days of the week listed in F5 or F6. Holidays listed in F7 are excluded
unless you list Holidays (H) in the day-of-week selection of F5 and F6. Enter the time in a 24-hour
format with the OFF time later than the ON time. After changing programming using Time Control,
always reset the control panel.

B.3 Coding Functions for NACS

Coding Functions are pulsed signals that can be selected, using Special Zone F8, to energize NACs
when a fire alarm activates. NACs must be programmed with a CBE list that includes F8.
NOTE: Do not include F8 in the CBE list of NACs used for releasing or zone coding applications.

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Coding Functions for NACS

Select Coding Functions on a global basis, through Special Zone F8. That is, all NACs selected for
Coding Functions will sound the same code when activated. The table below contains descriptions
of each Coding Function selection:
Coding Function
Selection

Signal

March Time (default)

120 PPM (pulses per minute)

Temporal

0.5s on, 0.5s off, 0.5s on, 0.5s off, 0.5s on, 1.5s off, repeats

California

10 sec. on, 5 sec. off, repeats

Two-stage

Alert signal - 20 PPM; General Alarm Signal - Temporal

Two-Stage Canada 3

Alert Signal - 20 PPM; Drill Switch activated - Temporal (3 min. timeout)

Two-Stage Canada 5

Alert Signal - 20 PPM; Drill Switch activated - Temporal (5 min. timeout)

System Sensor Strobe

Synchronizes System Sensor Horn/Strobes (Applies to NAC on CPU-320/E only)

Note: If the Strobe Type ID is used with System Sensor Strobe synchronization,*
will silence the horn portion only, and resound will occur only by fire alarm. F, U, B,
T, or O will silence the entire circuit. Refer to Modify an Addressable Control
Module Point on page 23 and Modify NAC Points on page 25

Gentex Strobe

Synchronizes Gentex Horn/Strobes (Applies to NAC on CPU-320/E only)

Note: If the Strobe Type ID is used with Gentex Strobe synchronization,* will
silence the horn portion only, and resound will occur only by fire alarm. F, U, B, T, or
O will silence the entire circuit. Refer to Modify an Addressable Control Module
Point on page 23 and Modify NAC Points on page 25

Wheelock Strobe

Synchronizes Wheelock Horn/Strobes (Applies to NAC on CPU-320/E only)

Note: If the Strobe Type ID is used with Wheelock Strobe synchronization,* will
silence the horn portion only, and resound will occur only by fire alarm. F, U, B, T, or
O will silence the entire circuit. Refer to Modify an Addressable Control Module
Point on page 23 and Modify NAC Points on page 25

Table B.1 Coding Function Selections

Before selecting an output for Two-stage coding, note the following:
The control panel automatically sends an Alert Signal to any of the four NACs mapped to Z00 and
F8, but not mapped to the alarm signal. After five minutes without an acknowledge or silence, the
Alert Signal changes to Temporal pattern.
Two-stage Canada 3 and 5: Function the same as Two-stage except the second stage is achieved
when
The three or five minute timer expires without an acknowledge or silence.
OR
The Drill Switch (or an input programmed with the type code DRILL SWITCH or
EVACUATE SW) is activated.
If Acknowledge or Silence is pressed within the three or five minute timeout period, the NAC will
remain at first stage. Subsequent alarm(s) will restart the timer.

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C.1 Overview
Intellligent Sensing is a set of software algorithms that provide the NFS-320 with industryleading smoke detection capability. You can program Intelligent Sensing functions on a global or
on a per-detector basis.
Intelligent Sensing topics covered in this appendix:
Topic

Page

Intelligent Sensing Applications features Descriptions of features,

such as Drift Compensation, Sensitivity Adjust, programmable on a perdetector basis.

page 89

Pre-Alarm Alert and Action settings, programming (global settings).

page 94

Detector Sensitivity Settings Pre-Alarm and Alarm sensitivity settings page 95

for photo, ion, laser, and multisensor detectors programmable on a perdetector basis.
Detector Maintenance Features Instructions for viewing and printing
detector maintenance information.

page 97

C.2 Features
Intelligent Sensing Applications features include the following:
Drift Compensation and Smoothing
Maintenance Warnings - Three Levels
Self-optimizing Pre-Alarm
Detector Sensitivity
Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing

C.2.1 Drift Compensation and Smoothing

Drift compensation uses algorithms (U.S. patent pending) that identify and compensate for longterm changes in the analog readings from each smoke detector. (Typically, dirt and dust
accumulation inside the smoke chamber causes long-term changes in detector readings.) Drift
compensation does the following:
Allows a detector to retain its original ability to detect actual smoke, and resist false alarms,
even as dirt and dust accumulates.
Reduces maintenance requirements by allowing the control panel to automatically perform
the periodic sensitivity measurements required by NFPA Standard.
The software also provides smoothing filters to remove transient noise signals, usually caused by
electrical interference. Different smoothing algorithms are used, depending on the sensitivity
selection of each detector. Refer to Detector Sensitivity Settings on page 95 for more information
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A graphic representation of a detector analog reading using drift compensation and smoothing:

Alarm Level

Analog
Reading

with compensation and

smoothing

Awacs1a.wmf

without compensation

Time

Figure C.1 Graphic Representation of Drift Compensation

C.2.2 Maintenance Warnings Three Levels

The software determines when the drift compensation for a detector reaches an unacceptable level
that can compromise detector performance. When a detector reaches an unacceptable level, the
control panel indicates a maintenance warning. The table below summarizes the three levels of
maintenance warnings:
Maintenance Level

Indicates

Low Chamber value

A hardware problem in the detector.

Maintenance Alert

Dust accumulation that is near but below the allowed limit. The
Maintenance Alert level indicates the need for maintenance before
the performance of the detector is compromised.

Maintenance Urgent

Dust accumulation above the allowed limit.

Table C.1 Definitions of Maintenance Levels

A graphic representation of the maintenance levels:

Maintenance
Urgent

DIRTY

Maintenance
Alert
Acceptable
Range

Low Chamber
Reading

Low
Value
Figure C.2 Diagram of Maintenance Levels

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C.2.3 Self-Optimizing Pre-Alarm

You can set each detector, except FST-751 (Heat), for Self-Optimizing Pre-Alarm (PA=1). In this
Self-Optimizing mode, the software measures the normal peak analog readings and sets the
Pre-Alarm level just above these normal peaks. This allows extremely sensitive Pre-Alarm
capability with reasonable protection against non-fire signals. The figure below shows a graphical
representation of the Self-Optimizing Pre-Alarm level:

Prealarm Threshold

Awacs4a.wmf

Analog
Reading

Time (days)

Figure C.3 Self-optimizing Pre-Alarm Level

For more information on setting Pre-Alarm levels, refer to Changing Detector Sensitivity on
page 46

C.2.4 Detector Sensitivity

The control panel provides nine Sensitivity Levels for alarm detection and pre-alarm as follows:
NOTE: For a list of all detector sensitivity levels, see Table C.2 on page 95.

Alarm Sensitivity Levels - Select the sensitivity of a detector from 1-9 (1=highest
sensitivity; 9=lowest sensitivity).
Pre-Alarm Sensitivity Levels - Select one of nine levels from 1 to 9 (0=no Pre-Alarm,
1=self-optimizing, 2=highest sensitivity, 9=lowest sensitivity). You can set Pre-Alarm
operation to Action (latching) or Alert (non-latching) and to activate Special Zones. For
instructions on programming, refer to How to Select a Pre-Alarm Level on page 94.
Set the sensitivity levels as fixed or programmed for day and night operation. For details, refer to
Time Control Zones on page 87.

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A sample sensitivity window for a laser detector:

OBSCURATION (% PER FOOT)

2.1%
2.0%

2.0% Alarm Selection 9

1.5%

1.5% Alarm Selection 8

1.5% Pre-Alarm 9

1.0%

1.0% Alarm Selection 7

1.00% Pre-Alarm 8

0.5%

0.5% Alarm Selection 6

0.5% Pre-Alarm 6

0.2%

0.2% Alarm Selection 5

0.2% Pre-Alarm 5

0.1%

0.1% Alarm Selection 4

0.1% Pre-Alarm 4

0.05% Alarm Selection 3

0.05% Pre-Alarm 3

0.7%

0.05%

0.7% Pre-Alarm 7

0.03% Alarm Selection 2

SAMPLE
SENSITIVITY
WINDOW, laser detector

0.02% Alarm Selection 1

0.02% Pre-Alarm 2
Self Adjust 1

Figure C.4 Sensitivity Levels for a FlashScan View Laser Detector

C.2.5 Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing

Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing is the ability of a smoke detector to consider readings from
nearby detectors in making alarm or pre-alarm decisions. Each detector can include up to two other
detectors in its decision. Without statistical sacrifice in the ability to resist false alarms, Cooperative
Multi-Detector Sensing allows a detector to increase its sensitivity to actual smoke by a factor of
almost 2 to 1. Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing also allows the combination of ionization with
photoelectric technology in reaching an alarm decision. The figure below shows a graph
representing Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing:

Alarm

3 Sensors

Awacs5a.wmf

SMOKE OBSCURATION

Combined

Time (minutes)

Figure C.5 Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing

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C.3 Pre-Alarm
C.3.1 Definition
The Pre-Alarm function is a programmable option which determines the systems response to realtime detector sensing values above the programmed setting. Use the Pre-Alarm function if you
want to get an early warning of incipient or potential fire conditions. There are two levels of
Pre-Alarm:
Alert (Refer to Alert Level below)
Action (Refer to Action Level on page 94)
Alert and Action Pre-Alarm settings are global. For instance, if you program Pre-Alarm for Alert,
all intelligent detectors programmed for Pre-Alarm are set to Alert (refer to How to Select a PreAlarm Level on page 94). You can, however, set unique Pre-Alarm sensitivity levels (PA) for
individual detectors (refer to Detector Sensitivity Settings on page 95).

C.3.2 Alert Level

Alert Functions
The control panel software, in addition to checking for alarm levels, checks for Pre-Alarm
thresholds for each addressable, intelligent smoke detector programmed for Pre-Alarm. If a
detectors real-time sensing level exceeds the programmed Alert threshold, the control panel
indicates an Pre-Alarm condition for the detector. The control panel does the following functions
when a detector reaches pre-alarm level:
The Pre-Alarm message is sent to the History buffer and to any installed FDU-80s and
printers. The message is sent (and time stamped) at the time that it first occurred. This
historical data could provide valuable information about the progress of a fire.
The PRE-ALARM LED flashes and the panel sounder pulses until acknowledged.
Zone F9 activatesbut Zone 00 (general alarm) or any other zone, System Trouble relay
and System Alarm relay do not activate.
The Pre-Alarm indication for this detector will restore automatically to normal if its
sensitivity, programmable to one of nine settings, drops below pre-alarm level. Zone F09
clears automatically when no Pre-Alarm conditions exist.
A subsequent alarm for this detector also clears the Pre-Alarm indication.

Example of an Alert Level

When an ion detector is programmed for AL:7 and PA:5 (covered in Changing Detector
Sensitivity on page 46), an Alert Pre-Alarm occurs at measured smoke detector levels that exceed
1.00% per foot obscuration. When this happens the panel sounder and the PRE-ALARM LED pulse,
and a display appears on the LCD, similar to the sample screen shown below:
Pre-Alarm status banner

PREALM SMOKE (ION)

DETECTOR ADDR 1D102
084%/7 02:55P 011508 1D102
84%/7 indicates that 84% of
Pre-Alarm level 7 is reached.

Figure C.6 Sample Display of a Pre-Alarm Alert Condition

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C.3.3 Action Level

Action Functions
If you program a detector for Action Pre-Alarm and the detector reaches a level that exceeds the
programmed Pre-Alarm level, the control panel indicates an Action condition. Indication at the
panel is the same as in Figure C.6 above. The control panel does the following functions when a
detector reaches the programmed pre-alarm level:
The Action message is sent to the History buffer and to any installed FDU-80s and printers.
The message is sent (and time stamped) only at the time that it first occurred. This historical
data could provide valuable information about the progress of a fire.
The PRE-ALARM LED and panel sounder pulse until acknowledged.
Zone F09 is activatedbut Zone Z00 (general alarm or any other zone) and the System
Trouble and System Alarm relays do not activate.
The fifth zone programmed (not the first four) for this detector activates. The fifth zone is
the right-most entry on line two of the detector CBE list in the Point Programming screen.
(For more information, refer to Modify an Addressable Detector Point on page 21). You
can use the fifth zone to control functions of a detector or group of detectors once the prealarm level is reached. Fifth zone activations also allow ACS annunciation by a detector or
group of detectors in Action Pre-Alarm condition.
The Pre-Alarm condition and the zone programmed will latch until system reset, even if the
sensitivity drops below the pre-alarm level.
A subsequent alarm condition for this detector clears the Action indication from the LCD
display alarm list.

C.3.4 How to Select a Pre-Alarm Level

Instructions and sample displays to program Pre-Alarm for Alert or Action
1.

At the Enter Password screen, enter your Program Change Password to display the Program
Change Selection screen. Press 1 to enter the Basic Program screen:
0=CLR 1=AUTO 2=POINT 3=PASSWD 4=MESSAGE
5=ZONES 6=SPL FUNCT 7=SYSTEM 8=CHECK PRG
6=SPL FUNCT

2.

From the Basic Program screen, press the 6 key to display the Special Function Zone
Change screen.
SPECIAL FUNCTION: F0=PRESIG
RO-R9=REL
F5-F6=TIME F7=HOL F8=CODE
F9=PRE-ALARM
F9=PRE-ALARM

3.

From the Special Function Zone Change screen, press F9 to display the Pre-Alarm
Function screen, with Alert blinking.
ALERT blinking

PRG PRELARM FUNCT

4.

To select Action, press the

ALERT
F09

(Next Selection) or

(Previous Selection) key.

ACTION blinking

PRG PRELARM FUNCT

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C.4 Detector Sensitivity Settings

C.4.1 How to Select Pre-Alarm and Alarm Sensitivity
Each detector provides a host of selectable intelligent options. The control panel provides nine
levels of Pre-Alarm (PA:1PA:9) and Alarm (AL:1AL:9) in percent per foot obscuration:
PA:0 no Pre-Alarm selection.
PA:1 the self-optimizing setting where the control panel selects a suitable Pre-Alarm level
for a detector.
PA:2PA:9 the detector Pre-Alarm sensitivity level - with PA:2 the most sensitive and PA:9
the least sensitive.
AL:1AL:9 the detector Alarm sensitivity level - with AL:1 the most sensitive and AL:9
the least sensitive.
NOTE: (d) Signifies the factory default setting in Table C.2.

Detector Type

Alarm (FlashScan)

Alarm (CLIP)

Pre-Alarm

Photo Electric
SMOKE (PHOTO)

AL:1=0.50 %
AL:2=0.73 %
AL:3=0.96 %
AL:4=1.19 %
AL:5=1.43 %
AL:6=1.66 %
AL:7=1.89 %
AL:8=2.12 % (d)
AL:9=2.35 %

AL:1=0.50 %
AL:2=0.73 %
AL:3=0.96 %
AL:4=1.19 %
AL:5=1.43 %
AL:6=1.66 %
AL:7=1.89 %
AL:8=2.12 % (d)
AL:9=2.35 %

PA:1=Auto
PA:2=0.30 %
PA:3=0.47 %
PA:4=0.64 %
PA:5=0.81 %
PA:6=0.99 %
PA:7=1.16 %
PA:8=1.33 % (d)
PA:9=1.50 %

AL:1=0.50 %
AL:2=0.75 %
AL:3=1.00 %
AL:4=1.25 %
AL:5=1.50 %
AL:6=1.75 % (d)
AL:7=2.00 %
AL:8=2.25 %
AL:9=2.50 %

AL:1=0.50 %
AL:2=0.75 %
AL:3=1.00 %
AL:4=1.25 %
AL:5=1.50 %
AL:6=1.75 % (d)
AL:7=2.00 %
AL:8=2.25 %
AL:9=2.50 %

PA:1=Auto
PA:2=0.40 %
PA:3=0.50 %
PA:4=0.75 %
PA:5=1.00 %
PA:6=1.25 % (d)
PA:7=1.50 %
PA:8=1.75 %
PA:9=2.00 %

AL:1=0.02 %
AL:2=0.03 %
AL:3=0.05 %
AL:4=0.10 %
AL:5=0.20 %
AL:6=0.50 % (d)
AL:7=1.00 %
AL:8=1.50 %
AL:9=2.00 %

AL:1=0.02%
AL:2=0.03 %
AL:3=0.05 %
AL:4=0.10 %
AL:5=0.20 %
AL:6=0.50 % (d)
AL:7=1.00 %
AL:8=1.50 %
AL:9=2.00 %

PA:1=Auto
PA:2=0.02 %
PA:3=0.05 %
PA:4=0.10 %
PA:5=0.20 %
PA:6=0.50 % (d)
PA:7=0.70 %
PA:8=1.00 %
PA:9=1.50 %

**

AL:1=0.50 %
AL:2=1.00 %
AL:3=1.00 to 2.00 %
AL:4=2.00 %
AL:5=2.00 to 3.00% (d)
AL:6=3.00 %
AL:7=3.00 to 4.00 %
AL:8=4.00 %
AL:9=thermal 135oF

Alarm (CLIP)
AL:1=1.00 %
AL:2=1.00 %
AL:3=1.00 to 2.00 %
AL:4=2.00 %
AL:5=2.00 to 4.00% (d)
AL:6=2.00 to 4.00%
AL:7=2.00 to 4.00%
AL:8=4.00 %
AL:9=4.00%

PA:1=0.50%
PA:2=1.00 %
PA:3=1.00 %
PA:4=1.00 to 2.00%
PA:5=1.00 to 2.00 % (d)
PA:6=2.00 %
PA:7=2.00 %
PA:8=2.00 to 3.00 %
PA:9=2.00 to 3.00 %

Beam Detector
(See Note )

AL:1=25%
AL:2=30%
AL:3=40%
AL:4=50%
AL:5=30 - 50%
AL:6=40 - 50%

AL:1=25%
AL:2=30%
AL:3=40%
AL:4=50%
AL:5=30 - 50%
AL:6=40 - 50%

(See note * )

Ion
SMOKE (ION)
(See note * )

FlashScan View

(See Note )

Acclimate Plus

Laser

N/A

Table C.2 Detector Sensitivity (in percent obscuration per foot) (1 of 2)

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Detector Type

Alarm (FlashScan)

FSC-851 IntelliQuad

Detector

Alarm (CLIP)

AL:1=1%
AL:2=2%
AL:3=3%
AL:4=3% w/ 10 minute
delay
AL:5=4% w/ 10 minute
delay
AL:6=Thermal 135oF
AL:7=Thermal 135oF
AL:8=Thermal 135oF
AL:9=Thermal 135oF

Pre-Alarm
PA:1=1%
PA:2=1%
PA:3=2%
PA:4=3%
PA:5=3% w/ 10 minute
delay
PA:6=4% w/ 10 minute
delay
PA:7=4% w/ 10 minute
delay
PA:8=4% w/ 10 minute
delay
PA:9=4% w/ 10 minute
delay

Table C.2 Detector Sensitivity (in percent obscuration per foot) (2 of 2)

* Detectors are suitable for open area protection within the listed air velocity range. Typically, this range is 0 - 4,000
ft/min for photoelectric detectors and 0 - 1,200 ft/min for ionization detectors. Be sure to confirm this range before
installing the detector by referring to the manufacturers installation instructions.
The use of alarm sensitivities below 0.50% obscuration per foot requires a 90 day test to ensure that the environment for
the detectors is suitable for the higher sensitivity setting. (Refer to How to Test Detectors Set Below 0.50% Obscuration
per Foot on page 96.)
1% maximum on CLIP. Higher figures may display.
** For Acclimate detectors installed in Canada: Use only the alarm settings of AL:1 or AL:2.
Refer to the beam detector manual to determine the alarm settings: they are a function of the distance between the detector
and its reflector.
In CLIP mode, any AL: settings over AL:5 will be set to AL:5 by the panel. Any PA: settings over PA:5 will be set
to PA:5 by the panel.

C.4.2 How to Test Detectors Set Below 0.50% Obscuration per Foot
Using alarm sensitivities below 0.50% obscuration per foot requires a 90-day test to ensure that the
detector environment is suitable for the higher sensitivity setting. To meet Notifier and
Underwriters Laboratory requirements, test each detector planned to operate below 0.50%/ft
obscuration as follows:
1.

Set the detector as follows:

Step

96

Action

Initially set to the 0.50% obscuration per foot Alarm level.

Set the Pre-Alarm level to the desired final Alarm sensitivity.

Set the Pre-Alarm to Alert mode (non-latching).

2.

Operate detectors continuously for 90 days with all environmental factors (such as,
temperature, humidity, air flow, occupancy, and so on) similar to the intended application for
the detectors. Record all events for each tested detector with an electronic History buffer or a
printout.

3.

At the end of the 90-day test: An authorized Notifier representative, or an end user trained by
an authorized Notifier representative must inspect the results of the test. If the test results show
no alarms or pre-alarms for the tested detectors, reprogram the fire alarm system to set the
Alarm sensitivity to the more sensitive Pre-Alarm level of the test.

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C.5 Detector Maintenance Features

C.5.1 Overview
The NFS-320 provides features to check the maintenance performance level of addressable,
intelligent detectors. Detector maintenance features include the following:
View detector maintenance information for an individual detector
Print a detector maintenance report for all detectors

C.5.2 How to Access Detector Maintenance Information

1.

Access detector maintenance functions by pressing the ENTER key. The control panel displays
the Program Entry screen:
1=PROGRAMMING
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

2.

2=READ STATUS ENTRY

At the Program Entry screen, press the M key. The control panel displays the Detector
Maintenance Selection screen:
Three digit address

SLC Loop

Select Detector Address (LDAAA) <ENTER>

or Press P, <ENTER> for print all.

3.

Specify the detectors three digit address, then press the enter key; or to print a Detector
Maintenance Report (Figure C.8 on page 98): Press P; then, press the enter key.

C.5.3 View Detector Maintenance for a Detector

When you enter the detector SLC address the control panel displays the Detector Maintenance
Status screen as shown below:
Device Status

20-character custom label

Type Code

NORMAL SMOKE (ION)

Comp:031% Pk:0001%

DETECTOR ADDR 1D147

000%A6 6 **
1D147

Percentage of drift
compensation

Device address
(01-159)
D (indicates a detector)

Peak value the highest alarm

level reached in the past week

SLC number (always displays 1)

Current Alarm reading (percentage of alarm)

Alarm sensitivity setting (1-9)

Alarm Verification selection

Multi-Detector selection
Pre-Alarm sensitivity setting
(0=none; 1-9)

Figure C.7 Detector Maintenance Status Screen

Once you display information for a detector, you can use the
(Next Selection) and
(Previous Selection) keys to view information for the next or previous detector on the SLC.
Refer to Interpreting a Detector Status Display or Maintenance Report on page 98 for
descriptions of each item.

C.5.4 Print a Detector Maintenance Report

A Detector Maintenance Report lists detector maintenance status for each installed addressable
detector [except FDX-551 (an analog heat detector)].
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When you press and enter the P key the control panel sends a Detector Maintenance Report (Figure
C.8) to the printer connected to the control panel.
Detector Maintenance Report
1
*** PRINT SMOKE DETECTOR MAINTENANCE ***
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) INTENSIVE CARE UNIT Comp:032%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D044 Comp:027%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D045 Comp:028%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D046 Comp:030%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D047 Comp:024%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D048 Comp:031%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D049 Comp:033%
NORMAL SMOKE (PHOTO) DETECTOR ADDR 1D050 Comp:008%
****************************
PRINT END
***************************************

Pk:0002%
Pk:0001%
Pk:0001%
Pk:0001%
Pk:0002%
Pk:0002%
Pk:0002%
Pk:0003%

000%
000%
000%
000%
000%
000%
000%
000%

A8
A8
A8
A8
A8
A8
A8
A8

8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8

**
**
**
**
**
**
**
**

1D043
1D044
1D045
1D046
1D047
1D048
1D049
1D050

Figure C.8 Sample Detector Maintenance Report

C.5.5 Interpreting a Detector Status Display or Maintenance Report

Detector Maintenance Status Screens and Detector Maintenance Reports provide the same
information (such as Device Status, Compensation, Peak Value) about a detector. This section
contains descriptions of each item that appears in a Detector Maintenance Status Screen or a
Detector Maintenance Report.
NORMAL

SMOKE (PHOTO)

DETECTOR ADDR 1D044

Comp:027%

Pk:0001%

000%

A8

1D044

9 10

11

1.

Device Status (NORMAL) The status of the detector: NORMAL, ALARM, DISABL OR
TEST.

2.

Type Code (SMOKE (PHOTO)) The software Type Code that identifies the type of detector.
Refer to Type Codes for Intelligent Detectors on page 106.

3.

Custom Label (DETECTOR ADDR 1D044) The 19-character user-defined custom label.

4.

Drift Compensation (COMP:027%) The relative cleanliness of a detector determined by

sampling the amount of contaminants in the detector, ambient air conditions, and the age of the
detector. The Comp value also indicates if a detector requires maintenance. Refer to
Maintenance Warnings Three Levels on page 90 for definitions of maintenance levels. The
table below contains a list of the maintenance level values for each type of detector:
Type of Detector

Normal

Low Chamber
Reading

Maint. Alert

Maint. Urgent

Ion

006-068

less than 006

92-99

100

Photo

006-069

less than 006

93-99

100

Laser

003-063

less than 003

83-99

100

Acclimate Plus

n/a

LO-VAL

Dirty1

Dirty2

Table C.3 Maintenance Levels by Detector Type

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5.

Peak Value (PK:0001%) The highest analog value reached by the detector during the past
week. The peak value slowly returns to zero.

6.

Alarm Reading (000%) The current alarm reading of the detector, as a percentage of the
Alarm Sensitivity setting.

7.

Alarm Sensitivity Setting (A8) The Alarm Sensitivity (x=1-9) entered in the Detector
Sensitivity Screen.

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Intelligent Sensing Applications

8.

Pre-Alarm Sensitivity Setting (8) The Pre-Alarm Sensitivity (1-9; 0 = Pre-Alarm not used)
entered in the Detector Settings Screen. Refer to Detector Sensitivity Settings on page 95 for
more information on the Pre-Alarm sensitivity settings.

9.

Multi-Detector Selection (*) A smoke detector programmed so that it evaluates readings from
nearby detectors in making Alarm or Pre-Alarm decisions. Cooperative Multi-Detector
sensing also allows the combination of ionization with photoelectric technology in reaching an
alarm decision. See Modify an Addressable Detector Point on page 21 for instructions on
setting Cooperative Multi-Detector Settings.
* Multi-not used.
A combines the detectors alarm decision with the next address above.
B combines the detectors alarm decision with the next address below.
C combines the detectors alarm decision with the next address above and the next address
below.

10. Alarm Verification (*)

* Alarm Verification not programmed for this detector.
V Alarm Verification enabled.
xx Alarm Verification programmed for the detector; xx equals the Verification Counter (0099). See Modify an Addressable Detector Point on page 21 for instructions on setting Alarm
Verification.
11. Device SLC Address (1D044) The SLC address of the detector.

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Appendix D: CBE (Control-By-Event)

D.1 Description
CBE (Control-By-Event) is a software function that provides a means to program a variety of
output responses based on various initiating events. The control panel operates Control-By-Event
(CBE) through 99 Software Zones with the following features:
Each input point (detector, monitor module) can list up to five Software Zones
Each output point (control module or NAC) can list up to five Software Zones
Output points can list zone Z00 (general alarm). Non-Alarm or Supervisory points do not
activate Software Zone Z00 (general alarm)

D.2 Input and Outputs

Input and output devices with CBE-listed Software Zones work as follows:
These devices

Operate with CBE as follows

Inputs (detectors, monitor modules)

When an input device activates, so do all Software

Zones listed to the input device.

Outputs (control modules and NACs)

When a Software Zone activates, the output device(s)

in that zone turns on.

D.3 Equations
Space for up to twenty logic or time delay equations is included in the control panel. Each equation
can be a logic equation or a time delay function. A time delay function can have a logic equation as
an internal equation, but not vice versa. The rules of the equations are:
1.

Equations can be entered, edited and viewed in the VeriFire Tools program, but can only be
viewed on the control panel.

2.

The twenty equations are designated in the panel as ZE0-ZE9 and ZL0-ZL9, and are evaluated
in that order.

NOTE: In the VeriFire Tools program, ZL1 - ZL10 corresponds to ZE0-ZE9, and ZL11 - ZL20
corresponds to ZL0-ZL9.

3.

Equations will always begin with a logic or a time delay function.

4.

Equations will be a maximum of 73 characters long, including parentheses and commas.

5.

Equations can have a maximum of 10 logic functions. The function set is listed below in
Equation Entry on page 101.

6.

These equations are to be evaluated after all other devices have been evaluated.

7.

One logic equation can be used as a variable in another equation only if the equation used has
previously been evaluated. For example, the results of the ZE0 equation can be used in the ZL5
equation but the opposite is not true.

8.

Time delay equations can use any other functions as an internal equation, but the other function
can not use time delay equation as an internal equation.

9.

A logic instruction can have a maximum of 20 arguments (inclusive start and stop address).

10. Maximum for the delay timer is 18 hours 12 minutes.

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D.4 Equation Entry

The equations must be entered using the VeriFire Tools Program Utility. All are subject to the
maximum number of arguments possible in a logic instruction as discussed above (Item Number 9
on page 100).

D.4.1 Logic Functions

The AND Operator
Requires that each argument be in alarm.
Example: AND(Z02,Z05,Z09)
All three arguments in the equation must be in alarm for the output point to be activated.

The OR Operator
Requires that any argument be in alarm
Example: OR(Z02,Z05,Z09)
If any one of the three arguments in the equation is in alarm the output point will be activated.

The NOT Operator

Inverts the state of the argument (activated to deactivated OR deactivated to activated).
Example: NOT(Z02)
The output point will remain activated until the argument goes into alarm.
If the argument goes into alarm the output point will deactivate.

The ONLY1 Operator

Requires that only one argument be in alarm.
Example: ONLY1(Z02,Z05,Z09)
If only one of the arguments is in alarm the output point will be activated.

The ANY2 Operator

Requires that two or more arguments be in alarm.
Example: ANY2(Z02,Z05,Z09)
If any two or more of the arguments are in alarm the output point will be activated.

The ANY3 Operator

Requires that three or more arguments be in alarm.
Example: ANY3(Z02,Z05,Z07,Z09)
If any three or more of the arguments are in alarm the output point will be activated.

The XZONE Operator

Requires that any combination of two or more input devices programmed to a zone be in alarm.
Example: XZONE(Z02)
If any combination of two or more initiating devices that have been programmed (CBE) to this
software zone comes into alarm, then this output point will be activated.

The RANGE Operator

Each argument within the range must conform to the requirements of the governing operator. The
range limit is 20 consecutive arguments.

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Equation Entry

Example: AND(RANGE(Z1,Z20))
Zone 1 through Zone 20 must all be in alarm for the output point to be activated.

D.4.2 Equation Syntax Example

OR(AND(L1D1,L1D4),AND(L1D6,L1M3,NOT(L1M4)),ANY2(L1M13,L1M14,L1M15))
Equation begins with a logic or time delay function - OR
67 Characters (maximum of 73) - includes parentheses and commas.
5 Logic Functions (maximum of 10) - OR, AND, AND, NOT and ANY2.
8 Arguments (maximum of 20 per logic function) - L1D1,L1D4,L1D6,L1M3,L1M4....
The equation contains no spaces.

D.4.3 Evaluating an Equation

When you evaluate an equation, you start from the innermost part of the equation and work
outwards. For this equation to evaluate TRUE and thus turn on any output mapped to it, the
following conditions must be met:
OR(AND(L1D1,L1D4),AND(L1D6,L1M3,NOT(L1M4)),ANY2(L1M13,L1M14,L1M15))

These must
be ON

for this part to be TRUE

for this part to be TRUE

When this is TRUE

Any TWO of these

must be ON

These have
to be ON.........and this OFF

OR

When this is TRUE

for this part to be TRUE

OR

When this is TRUE

Then all outputs programmed with this equation will be turned ON.

D.4.4 Argument Entries

The argument entries of the logic functions can be another logic function or any of the devices
listed below:
1D1 1D159

detectors loop 1

(159)

1M1 1M159

modules loop 1

(159)

B1 B4

panel bells

(4)

Z0 Z99*

zones

(100)

F0 F9

special function zones

(10)

R0 R9

releasing zones

(10)

ZE0 ZE9**

equations 0-9

(10)

ZL0 ZL9***

equations 10-19

(10)

*Node numbers can be entered in VeriFire for network programming.

*Corresponds in VeriFire Tools to ZL1-ZL10
**Corresponds in VeriFire Tools to ZL11-ZL20

Equations must be evaluated before use in another equation.

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D.4.5 Time Delay Functions

The DEL Operator
Used for delayed operation
Example: DEL(HH:MM:SS HH:MM:SS,ZE5)
The first HH:MM:SS is the delay time, the second HH:MM:SS is the duration time.
If delay of zero is entered (00.00.00), the equation will evaluate true as soon as the internal
equation (ZE5) evaluates true and will remain that way for the specified duration, unless the
internal equation becomes false.
If no duration is specified, then the device will not be deactivated until a reset occurs or the
internal equation evaluates false.

The SDEL Operator

A latched version of the DEL operator. Once the equation evaluates true, it remains activated until
a reset, even if the internal equation (ZE5) becomes false.
Example: SDEL(HH:MM:SS HH:MM:SS,ZE5)
The first HH:MM:SS is the delay time, the second HH:MM:SS is the duration time.
If delay of zero is entered (00.00.00), the equation will evaluate true as soon as the internal
equation (ZE5) evaluates true and will remain that way for the specified duration.
If no duration is specified, then the device will not deactivate until reset.
The installer can enter the equations in any combination wanted as long as the format of the logic
function or time delay is followed from the lists above. Error checking will be performed after the
user has entered the complete equation. Possible errors are too many or too few parentheses, too
many or too few arguments inside the parentheses, unknown function and unknown device type.

D.5 CBE Example

An example of CBE, where monitor module 1M101 lists zone Z04 and Z05, and control module
1M108 lists zone Z05 and zone Z07:
PROGRAM MONITOR

MODULE ADDR 1M101

04 05 __ __ __
1M101
PROGRAM CONTROL

MODULE ADDR 1M108

05 07 __ __ __
1M108

Both devices contain zone Z05 in its CBE list

Monitor
Module
1M101

Software
Zone Z05

Control
Module
1M108
CBE=Z05 Z07

CBE=Z04 Z05

Figure D.1 CBE Example

When monitor module 1M101 activates, the following CBE takes place:
1.

Software Zones Z04 and Z05 activate.

2.

Since control module 1M108 has Z05 in its CBE list, all of its outputs would activate. All
output devices with Z04 or Z05 would activate.

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Appendix E: Detector Initialization

E.1 Overview
The control panel automatically performs a detector initialization routine when you add or change a
detector, unless the control panel is in Walk Test or Advanced Walk Test. If you change a detector
with the control panel in Walk Test or Advanced Walk Test, you must manually initialize the
detector as detailed in How to Manually Initialize a Detector on page 105. The detector
initialization routine takes approximately 2.5 minutes, during which time the FACP remains in
service. While initializing a detector, follow these guidelines:
Make sure the detector is free of residual smoke during detector initialization.
Do not test a detector during detector initialization.
NOTE: The control panel only performs detector initialization if it senses that a detector was
removed for at least 15 seconds. This is what actually turns on the detector. It is an automatic
procedure but is specified here because of the delay between detector connection and full
function. The rest of the system remains in full service during this time.

A sample screen that appears on the LCD display during detector initialization.
Detector Initializing
_ Please Wait
02:48P 011508 Tue

WARNING:
If you replace any detector with a different type of detector (for example, replace a laser detector with
a photoelectric detector), you must immediately program the control panel with the new detector
Type Code. Failure to do so can cause incorrect control panel operation, including false alarms. For
instructions on replacing a detector, refer to How to Replace a Detector on page 104.

E.2 System Testing and Detector Initialization

To facilitate system testing, the control panel does not initialize detectors during Walk Test and
Advanced Walk Test. You can remove a detector to confirm supervision, then replace the detector
for immediate testing. If you replace a removed detector with a different detector of the same type,
you must manually initialize the detector according to the instructions in How to Manually
Initialize a Detector on page 105. If, however, you want to replace a removed detector with a
different type of detector, refer to How to Replace a Detector on page 104.

E.3 How to Replace a Detector

If you replace a detector with a different type of detector, you must immediately program the
control panel for the new detector type. To replace a detector, follow these steps:
NOTE: Parentheses show an example of replacing an existing photoelectric detector at address
1D101 with a laser detector.

104

Step

Action

Disable the point of the detector. (point 1D101)

Remove the photoelectric detector and replace with laser detector set to the same address.

Autoprogram the panel to recognize the new detector type.

Enable new detector.

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E.4 How to Manually Initialize a Detector

You only need to manually initialize a detector when you change a detector during Walk Test or
Advanced Walk Test. If, however, you replace a detector with a different type of detector, you must
immediately program the new detector according to the instructions in How to Replace a
Detector on page 104.
To manually initialize a detector, follow these steps:
1.

Press the ENTER key. The control panel displays the Program Entry screen:
1=PROGRAMMING
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

2.

2=READ STATUS ENTRY

Press the 1 key. The control panel displays the Enter Password screen:
ENTER PROG OR STAT PASSWORD, THEN ENTER.
(ESCAPE TO ABORT)

3.

Enter the password RESET, which starts detector initialization. The control panel displays the
following screens, in the sequence shown, while initializing a detector:
CHECKING MEMORY
NFS-320
Software #XXXXXXX

Release X.X

Detector Initializing _ Please Wait

02:48P 011508 Tue

When the control panel completes the detector initialization, it displays system status as shown
below:
SYSTEM NORMAL

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Appendix F: Type Codes

F.1 What are Type Codes?
Type Codes are software selections for initiating devices (detectors and monitor modules) and
output devices (control modules and NACs). Some Type Codes are self-explanatory; that is, the
Type Code matches the function of the device, such as a Monitor for a monitor module, Photo
for a photoelectric detector, and so on. Type codes also provide special functions, such as activating
switches, solenoids, and control panel functions.

F.2 How to Select a Type Code

You select a Type Code through the Point Programming screen. For instructions, refer to Modify
or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20.

F.3 In this Appendix

This appendix contains detailed descriptions of Type Codes for input and output devices, as listed
below:
Type of Device

Refer to page

F.4.2, "Type Codes for Intelligent Detectors"

page 106

F.4.3, "Type Codes for Monitor Modules"

page 107

F.5.2, "Type Codes for Control Modules"

page 108

F.5.3, "NAC Type Codes"

page 109

F.4 Type Codes for Input Devices

F.4.1 Overview
This section provides Type Codes for intelligent detectors and monitor modules. For instructions on
programming Type Codes, refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20.

F.4.2 Type Codes for Intelligent Detectors

A list of intelligent detector Type Codes, which specify the type of detector installed at an SLC
address.
Point Characteristics
Type Code
SMOKE (ION)

Point Type

Device Function

Latching

(Y/N) Point Function

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

SMOKE(DUCTI)

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Ionization smoke detector

Duct Ionization smoke detector

SUP.T(DUCTI)2

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Ionization smoke detector used as a duct detector to

report supervisory condition rather than alarm.
Tracking.

SUP.L(DUCTI)

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Ionization smoke detector used as a duct detector to

report supervisory condition rather than alarm.
Latching.

SUP.T(ION)2,3

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Ionization smoke detector used to report supervisory

condition rather than alarm. Tracking.

SUP.L(ION)3

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Ionization smoke detector used to report supervisory

condition rather than alarm. Latching.

Table F.1 Intelligent Detector Type Codes (1 of 2)

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SMOKE(PHOTO)

Type Codes

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Photoelectric smoke detector

SMOKE(DUCTP)

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Duct Photoelectric smoke detector

SUP.T(DUCTP)2

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Photoelectric smoke detector used as a duct detector

to report supervisory condition rather than alarm.
Tracking.

SUP.L(DUCTP)

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Photoelectric smoke detector used as a duct detector

to report supervisory condition rather than alarm.
Latching.

SUP.T(PHOTO)2,3 supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Photoelectric smoke detector used to report

supervisory condition rather than alarm. Tracking.

SUP.L(PHOTO)3

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Photoelectric smoke detector used to report

supervisory condition rather than alarm. Latching.

RF_PHOTO

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Wireless Photoelectric smoke detector

SMOKE(HARSH)1 fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

HARSH smoke detector

SMOKE(BEAM)

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Beam smoke detector

SMOKE(LASER)

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Laser smoke detector

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Laser smoke detector used to report supervisory

condition rather than alarm. Latching.

SUP.T(LASER)2,3 supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Laser smoke detector used to report supervisory

condition rather than alarm. Tracking.

SUP.L(LASER)3

SMOKE(DUCTL)

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Duct Laser smoke detector

SUP T(DUCTL)

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Laser smoke detector used as a duct detector to

report supervisory condition rather than alarm.
Tracking.

SUP L(DUCTL)

supervisory

lights supervisory LED

Laser smoke detector used as a duct detector to

report supervisory condition rather than alarm.
Latching.

AIR REF

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Assign to one or more FSL-751 detectors used to

monitor the quality of air entering the protected area.
The air quality measurement allows the VIEW
system to compensate for vehicle fumes, fog, or other
particles brought into the protected area through the
ventilation system. Poor air quality will lower the
sensitivity of all FSL-751 detectors on the SLC. The
detector sensitivity, however, remains within approved
limits (always less than 1% obscuration per foot).

NOTE: A reference detector still functions as a smoke detector, but you should set the detector sensitivity level to the least sensitive levelAL:9
and PA:9 Change Alarm and Pre-Alarm sensitivity. Refer to Detector Sensitivity Settings on page 95 for a complete list of detector sensitivity
settings.
fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

190oF intelligent thermal sensor

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

190oF intelligent thermal sensor with low temperature

warning.

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

135oF intelligent thermal sensor

HEAT (ROR)

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

15oF per minute rate-of-rise detector

SMOKE ACCLIM

fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Combination Photoelectric/heat detector without

freeze warning (Acclimate Plus)

SMOKE(ACCLI+) fire alarm

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Combination Photoelectric/heat detector with freeze

warning (Acclimate Plus or Intelliquad FSC-851
Photoelectric Multi-Criteria Smoke Sensor).

SMOKE(MULTI)1

lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Multisensor smoke detector

HEAT
HEAT+
HEAT(FIXED)

fire alarm

CLIP Mode only

Not suitable for Canadian applications.
3
Requires approval of AHJ.
2

Table F.1 Intelligent Detector Type Codes (2 of 2)

F.4.3 Type Codes for Monitor Modules

A list of monitor module Type Codes, which you can use to change the function of a monitor
module point.
Point Characteristics
Type Code

Point
Type

Latching

(Y/N)

Point Function

Device Function

MONITOR

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Alarm-monitoring device

PULL STATION

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Manual fire-alarm-activating device, such as a pull

station

Table F.2 Type Codes for Monitor Modules (1 of 2)

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Type Codes for Output Devices

RF MON MODUL

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Wireless alarm-monitoring device

RF PULL STA

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Wireless manual fire-alarm-activating device, such as a

pull station

SMOKE CONVEN

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Indicates activation of a conventional smoke detector

attached to an FZM-1

SMOKE DETECT

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Indicates activation of a conventional smoke detector

attached to an FZM-1

WATERFLOW

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Monitor for waterflow alarm switch

WATERFLOW S

supervisory

Lights supervisory LED and activates CBE

Indicates supervisory condition for activated waterflow

switch

ACCESS MONTR

non-alarm

Activates CBE

Used for monitoring building access

AREA MONITOR

security

Lights security LED and activates CBE

Monitors building access

EQUIP MONITR

trouble

Activates CBE and lights trouble LED

Used for recording access to monitored equipment

RF SUPERVSRY

supervisory

Lights Supervisory LED

Monitors a radio frequency device

SECURITY

security

Lights security LED

Indicates activation of security alarm

LATCH SUPERV

supervisory

Lights supervisory LED

Indicates latching supervisory condition

TRACK SUPERV

supervisory

Lights supervisory LED

Monitors for waterflow tamper switches for alarm points

SYS MONITOR

security

Lights security LED and activates CBE

Monitors equipment security

TAMPER

supervisory

Lights supervisory LED, activates CBE

Indicates activation of tamper switch

ACK SWITCH

non-alarm

Performs Acknowledge function, no CBE

Silences panel sounder, gives an Acknowledge

message on the panel LCD

DRILL SWITCH

non-alarm

Performs Drill function

Activates silenceable outputs

EVACUATE SWITCH

non-alarm

Performs Drill function

Activates all silenceable outputs

FIRE CONTROL

non-alarm

Activates CBE

Used for non-fire activation of outputs

NON FIRE

non-alarm

Activates CBE

Used for building energy management

PAS INHIBIT

non-alarm

Inhibits Positive Alarm Sequence

Inhibits Positive Alarm Sequence

POWER MONITR

trouble

Indicates trouble

Monitors auxiliary power supplies

RESET SWITCH

non-alarm

Performs Reset function

Resets control panel

SIL SWITCH

non-alarm

Performs Signal Silence function

Turns off all activated silenceable outputs

DISABLE MON

non-alarm

When a point with this type code activates,

it will create a disable on the panel for that
point. No CBE generated.

Module can not be disabled via ACS, Alter Status, or

over the network.

TROUBLE MON

trouble

Indicates Trouble

Monitors trouble inputs

ABORT SWITCH

non alarm

Indicates Active at the panel

Aborts activation of a releasing zone

MAN RELEASE

fire alarm

Lights Fire Alarm LED and activates CBE

Indicates activation of a monitor module programmed to

releasing zone to perform a releasing function

MANREL DELAY

fire alarm

Lights Fire Alarm LED and activates CBE

Indicates activation of a monitor module programmed

for a release output

SECOND SHOT

fire alarm

Indicates Active at the panel and activates

CBE

Provides second activation of releasing zone after soak

timer has expired.

Blank

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Monitors for a device with no description

HEAT DETECT

fire alarm

Lights fire alarm LED and activates CBE

Monitors for conventional heat detector

Table F.2 Type Codes for Monitor Modules (2 of 2)

F.5 Type Codes for Output Devices

F.5.1 Overview
This section provides Type Codes for control modules and NACs. For instructions on programming
Type Codes, refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20.

F.5.2 Type Codes for Control Modules

A comprehensive list of control module Type Codes, which you can select to change the function of
an control module point.
Type Code

Silenceable
Configuration
(Y/N)

Device Function

CONTROL

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

RELAY

Form-C relay

Relay output

Table F.3 Control Module Type Codes (1 of 2)

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Type Codes

BELL CIRCUIT

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

STROBE CKT

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

HORN CIRCUIT

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

AUDIBLE CKT

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

ISOLATED NAC

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance, used with audio isolators. Activates even if
there is a short on its NAC circuit. For ULC installations only.

ISOLATED SPK

NAC

Supervised NAC for speaker circuits, used with audio isolators. Activates even if there
is a short on its audio circuit. For ULC installations only.

REL END BELL

NAC

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

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NAC

Supervised NAC (for use when no other Type Code applies)

REL CKT ULC*

NAC

Releasing Circuit, power-limited, supervised for opens, shorts and ground faults
(always non-silenceable)

RELEASE CKT*

NAC

Releasing circuit, nonpower-limited, supervised for opens and ground faults

RELEA.FORM C*

Form-C Relay

Relay output, contacts operate upon release

REL AUDIBLE

NAC

NAC, activated upon release

NONRESET CTL

Form-C Relay and NAC

Relay output, unaffected by System Reset command

TELEPHONE

NAC

Standard Telephone circuit

INSTANT RELE*

NAC

NAC, short = normal; supervised for open circuits and ground faults. Always nonsilenceable and switch-inhibited.

ALARMS PEND.

NAC

Output that will activate upon receipt of an alarm condition, and remain in the alarm
state until all alarms have been acknowledged. It is programmed as switch inhibit.

CONTROL NAC

NAC

Supervised NAC

GEN ALARM

NAC

Control Module, an XPC-8 circuit, or an XP5-C (in NAC mode) configured as a

Municipal Box Transmitter for NFPA 72 Auxiliary Fire Alarm Systems applications.
This Type ID can also be used for general alarm activation. It is programmed as
switch inhibit.

GEN SUPERVIS

NAC

Control Module, an XPR-8 relay, or an XP5-C (in relay mode) activated under any
Supervisory condition (includes sprinkler type). It is programmed as switch inhibit.

GEN TROUBLE

NAC

Control Module, an XPR-8 relay, or an XP5-C (in relay mode) activated under any
System Trouble condition. It is programmed as switch inhibit.

GENERAL PEND

NAC

Control Module, an XPC-8 circuit, or an XP5-C (in NAC mode) that will activate upon
receipt of an alarm and/or trouble condition, and remain in the ON state until all events
have been ACKNOWLEDGED.

TROUBLE PEND

NAC

Control Module, an XPC-8 circuit, or an XP5-C (in NAC mode) that will activate upon
receipt of a trouble condition, and remain in the ON state until all troubles have been
ACKNOWLEDGED. It is programmed as switch inhibit.

Table F.3 Control Module Type Codes (2 of 2)

*

The FCM-1-REL checks for shorts with all releasing type codes.

F.5.3 NAC Type Codes

A comprehensive list of Type Codes for panel NACs. For instructions on programming Type
Codes, refer to Modify or Delete a Point (2=point) on page 20.
Type Code

Silenceable
Device Function
(Y/N)

CONTROL

Supervised NAC

BELL CIRCUIT

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

STROBE CKT

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

HORN CIRCUIT

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

AUDIBLE CKT

Supervised NAC for notification appliance

REL END BELL

Supervised NAC

blank label

Supervised NAC for undefined device

REL CKT ULC

Releasing Circuit, power-limited, supervised for opens, shorts and

ground faults (always non-silenceable)

RELEASE CKT

Releasing circuit, nonpower-limited, supervised for opens and

ground faults

REL AUDIBLE

NAC, activated upon release

REL CODE
BELL

Supervised NAC (NFS-320 NAC only)

INSTANT RELE

NAC, short = normal; supervised for open circuits and ground

faults. Always non-silenceable and switch-inhibited.

Table F.4 NAC Type Codes

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Type Codes for Output Devices

ALARMS PEND

Output that will activate upon receipt of an alarm condition, and

remain in the alarm state until all alarms have been acknowledged.
It is programmed as switch inhibit.

CONTROL NAC

Supervised NAC

GEN ALARM

Control Module, an XPC-8 circuit, or an XP5-C (in NAC mode)

configured as a Municipal Box Transmitter for NFPA 72-2002
Auxiliary Fire Alarm Systems applications (MBT-1 required). This
Type ID can also be used for general alarm activation. It is
programmed as switch inhibit.

GEN SUPERVIS

Control Module, an XPR-8 relay, or an XP5-C (in relay mode)

activated under any Supervisory condition (includes sprinkler type).
It is programmed as switch inhibit.

GEN TROUBLE

Control Module, an XPR-8 relay, or an XP5-C (in relay mode)

activated under any System Trouble condition. It is programmed as
switch inhibit.

GENERAL
PEND

Control Module, an XPC-8 circuit, or an XP5-C (in NAC mode) that

will activate upon receipt of an alarm and/or trouble condition, and
remain in the ON state until all events have been
ACKNOWLEDGED.

TROUBLE
PEND

Control Module, an XPC-8 circuit, or an XP5-C (in NAC mode) that

will activate upon receipt of a trouble condition, and remain in the
ON state until all troubles have been ACKNOWLEDGED. It is
programmed as switch inhibit.

Table F.4 NAC Type Codes

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Appendix G: Region Settings

The REGION panel programming selection provides a setting for China. (Refer to The Utility
Program on page 40.) This selection activates the following features:
POM-8A support
Active output events displayed. A counter is displayed for active outputs.
Municipal communication panel settings
New special function zone for alarm verification
Prealarm automatically cleared after five minutes
Co-op detectors alarm functions
Dual alarm window
Points in trouble will not activate
Ten minute limit for DEL and SDEL delay functions
Disable events do not light LED or trip the trouble relay
no system trouble generated upon entering program mode
Low AC operation of FACP
Power supply troubles

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A
Abort Switch 29, 30, 52
basic configuration example 55
configuration example with monitor module 66
Definition 54
how it works 54
to program 54, 66
Type Code (ULI,IRI,NYC, or AHJ) 52
AC delay enable 32
Acclimate, detector sensitivity settings 95
ACS Annunciation, releasing applications 85
ACS annunciators
ACS Selection Groups A through O 3539
annunciation points 34
annunciator display 34
Selection Groups, global setting 32
selection of display information 33
AHJ Abort Switch
example 61
programming 60
Alarm
Alarm Verification Timer 32
Scroll 41
to select sensitivity 95
Alarm Verification Counters. See Detector headings. 47
Alarm Verification Timer 32
Annunciation points 34
Argument 102
Auto Silence Timer 32
Autoprogram 15, 1619
default values 19
to add/remove device 17
to create a new program 16
Auxiliary Control Functions, releasing applications 85

B
BACKUP option switch for NACs 52
Basic Program 14, 1540
Baud rate
CRT Serial Port 43
Printer Serial Port 43
Beam, detector sensitivity settings 95
Blink rate for SLC device LED 32

C
California Code 29, 88
Canadian Two-Stage 29, 88
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Do not program detectors as CLIP... 42
Do not program more than 99 CLIP... 42
CBE (Control-By-Event) 100103
example 103
CBE list 21, 86, 87
Check option (program errors) 39
Clear memory 16
CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) 14, 42
Coding Function Selections 88
Coding, Special Zone F8 19, 29, 31, 87
Control Module
to program 23
Cooperative Multi-Detector Sensing 92
Cross Zone 29, 30, 52
programming example 63
to activate a Releasing Zone 62
Types 62, 63
Custom label 21

D
DCC Mode 20, 41
Default values, autoprogram 19
Delay Timer 29, 30, 52
to program 53
Detector
Alarm Sensitivity Levels 91
Initialization and System Testing 104
Pre-Alarm Sensitivity Level 91
Print a Detector Maintenance Report 97
Program Values 21
to Access Detector Maintenance Information 97
to change sensitivity level 44, 46
to clear alarm verification counters 44, 47
to disable programmed points 44
to manually initialize 105
to program point 21
to replace 104
to Test Detectors Set Below 0.50% Obscuration per Foot 96
Detector Initialization 104105
Device
to add 17
to remove 18
Drift Compensation 89
graphic representation 90

E
Equations
Argument Entries 102
Evaluating 102
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Index

logic and time delay 100

Logic Functions 101
rules 100
Time Delay Functions 103

Maintenance Levels by Detector Type 98

Maintenance Warnings 90
Manual Release Delay Switch
monitor module configuration example 69
to program 68
Manual Release Switch
monitor module configuration example 67
to program 67
Manually Initialization, detector 105
March Time 29, 88
Master Box trouble message 33
Monitor
default zones 23
to disable programmed points 44
to program monitor 22

F
FCM-1-REL 2 second delay 19, 30
FireVoice 38
FlashScan
Devices, SLC options 42
Poll 14, 42
FSC-851, detector sensitivity settings 96

G
Gentex Strobes 29
Gentex Strobes, special zone 88
Global System Functions 15
defaults 32
to change 31

H
History
Clear History 44, 47
Holiday 19, 31
Holiday, special zone 29

I
Initiating Devices, releasing zone 84
Instant Release Circuit
control module configuration example 82
to program 82
Intelligent Sensing Applications 8999
Drift Compensation 89
Maintenance Warnings, 3 levels 90
Smoothing 89
Ion FSI-751, detector sensitivity settings 95
IP ACCESS 19, 41
IRI Abort Switch
example 57
to program 57

K
keypad 12

L
Labels 21
note about spaces 21
Local Control 41
LocM operating mode 32
LocT operating mode 32
Logic Functions 101

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NAC
to disable programmed points 44
NBG-12LRA 54, 66, 67, 68, 70
Network node 40
as argument 102
Network Program 14, 40
network node number range 40
NFPA Standards for Releasing Applications 53
NFS-320 keypad 12
NYC Abort Switch
examples 59
programming 58

O
Operating parameters, to change. See Status
Change

P
PAS Inhibit switch 86
Password
Program Change (high level) 13
Status Change (low level) 13, 44
to change 26
to enter 12
Point, to disable/enable 45
Poll, see FlashScan Poll, CLIP Poll
Pre-Alarm 93
Action Functions 94
Alert Level 93
to select a level 94
to select sensitivity 95
Pre-Alarm, special zone 19, 29, 31
Presignal Delay Timer/PAS 19, 29, 30, 86
Program Change 1443
Program Errors, check for 39

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RW

R
REGION 41
Release Audible Circuit
control module configuration example 81
to program 80
Release Circuit
control module configuration example 77
to program 76
Release Code Bell Circuit
NAC configuration example 84
to program 83
Release End Bell Circuit
control module configuration example 73
Release End Bell Circuit, to program 72
Release Form-C Circuit
control module configuration example 79
to program 78
Releasing Applications ??85
Releasing Zones (R0-R9) 15, 19, 28, 30, 52
type codes for inputs/outputs 65
RemT operating mode 32

S
Second Shot Switch 70
monitor module configuration example
Self-Optimizing Pre-Alarm 91
Sensitivity level for detector 44, 46
Silence Inhibit Timer 32
Smoothing 89
Soak Timer 29, 30, 52
to program (NFPA 16 applications only)
64
Special Function, See Special Zones
Special Zone Outputs 8688
Special Zones F0-F9 15, 28
Special Zone F0, notes and restrictions 86
Status Change 4451
Options 44
Strobes, See System Sensor,Gentex,Wheelock
Strobes, special zone
Style 4 network setting 40
Style 4 SLC wiring, global setting 32
Style 6 SLC wiring, global setting 32
Style 7 network setting 40
System clock 44
System Message, custom 15, 19, 27
SYSTEM NORMAL message 19
System Sensor Strobes, special zone 29, 88

T
Temporal Code 29, 88
Terminal mode supervision enable 32
Threshold Ch.A/B 40
Time
to set time/date for system clock 44, 47
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Time control, special zones 19, 29, 30, 87
Time Delay Functions 103
TM-4 33, 87
Trouble reminder 41
Two-Stage 29
Two-Stage Canada code 88
Two-stage code 88
Type Code
for releasing zone inputs/outputs 65
Type Codes 106109
explanation 106
for Control Modules 108
for Intelligent Detectors 106
for Monitor Modules 107
for NACs 109
to select 106

U
UDACT 33
ULC Release Circuit
control module configuration example 75
to program 74
ULI Abort Switch
example 56
to program 56
Utility Program 14, 41

V
VeriFire Tools 100, 101

W
Walk Test 44
Activation Indications 50
Advanced 50
Basic
audible 49
silent 49
trouble 49
WARNING
Definition 10
Disabling a zone disables all input and output devices.... 45
Do not rely on disable/enable.....to lock out
releasing devices. 45
If you replace any detector with a different
type... 104
Physically disconnect all releasing devices
...... 48
The IRI abort switch will only work if.....
57
Walk Test mode can deactivate fire protection... 48
When used for CO2 releasing applications... 52
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Warning Sounders, releasing applications 84

Wheelock Strobes 29
Wheelock Strobes, special zone 88

Z
Zones
Custom label 15, 28
Software Zones 01-99 19
to disable programmed points 44
Z00 general alarm 19, 24, 39, 88, 94, 100

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