Acorn Mx-5100 User manual

Fire Alarm Panels
User Manual
The operation and functions described in this manual are available from Software Version 5000-050-04 onwards.
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Table of Contents Page
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................5
1.1 STANDARDS.............................................................................................................................................5
1.2 CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS .......................................................................................................................6
1.3 DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................................................................6
1.3.1 5000 Series........................................................................................................................................6
1.3.2 5000V Series......................................................................................................................................6
1.3.3 5000N Series .....................................................................................................................................6
2CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS...................................................................................................................7
2.1 GRAPHICAL DISPLAY................................................................................................................................7
2.2 LED STATUS INDICATORS ........................................................................................................................8
2.3 ZONE LED STATUS INDICATORS ...............................................................................................................8
2.4 CONTROL BUTTONS .................................................................................................................................9
2.5 NAVIGATION BUTTONS..............................................................................................................................9
2.6 NUMBER AND LETTER BUTTONS .............................................................................................................10
2.7 BUZZER .................................................................................................................................................10
3OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................10
3.1 ACCESS LEVELS ....................................................................................................................................10
3.1.1 Changing from Access Level 1 to Level 2 .......................................................................................11
3.1.1.1 Menu Access .........................................................................................................................................11
3.1.1.2 Control Buttons at Level 1......................................................................................................................11
3.1.2 Changing from Access Level 2 to 1.................................................................................................11
3.2 FIRE ALARM CONDITION .........................................................................................................................12
3.2.1Detailed Fire Alarm Information.......................................................................................................13
3.2.2 Investigation Delays.........................................................................................................................13
3.3 FAULT CONDITION..................................................................................................................................14
3.4 DISABLEMENT CONDITION.......................................................................................................................15
3.4.1 Disabled Inputs ................................................................................................................................15
3.4.2 Disabled Outputs .............................................................................................................................16
3.5 ALARM CONDITION.................................................................................................................................16
3.6 SUPERVISORY CONDITION.......................................................................................................................17
3.7MULTIPLE CONDITIONS...........................................................................................................................17
3.8 MENU FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................................................................17
3.8.1 Using the Buttons to Navigate Menus .............................................................................................19
3.8.1.1 Selecting Menu Options.........................................................................................................................19
3.8.1.2 Selecting Individual Zone Numbers .......................................................................................................19
3.9 VIEWING.................................................................................................................................................20
3.9.1 View - Fires......................................................................................................................................20
3.9.2 View - Faults ....................................................................................................................................20
3.9.3 View - Alarms...................................................................................................................................20
3.9.4 View - Disabled................................................................................................................................20
3.9.5 View - Inputs ....................................................................................................................................21
3.9.6 View - Outputs .................................................................................................................................21
3.9.7 View - Panel.....................................................................................................................................22
3.9.7.1 Software.................................................................................................................................................22
3.9.7.2 Local Hardware......................................................................................................................................23
3.9.7.3 Network Hardware.................................................................................................................................24
3.9.8 View - Log........................................................................................................................................24
3.9.8.1 Event Log...............................................................................................................................................24
3.9.8.2 Alarm Counter........................................................................................................................................25
3.9.9 View - Network.................................................................................................................................25
3.9.10 View - Warnings...........................................................................................................................25
3.9.11 View - Supervisory.......................................................................................................................25
3.10 DISABLING .............................................................................................................................................26
3.10.1 Disable - Zones and Inputs..........................................................................................................26
3.10.2 Disable - Outputs.........................................................................................................................27
3.10.2.1 All Sounder Outputs...............................................................................................................................27
3.10.2.2 All Beacon Outputs................................................................................................................................27
3.10.2.3 Fire Routing Outputs..............................................................................................................................27
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3.10.2.4 Fire Protection Outputs..........................................................................................................................27
3.10.2.5 Fault Routing Outputs............................................................................................................................28
3.10.2.6 All Other Relay Outputs.........................................................................................................................28
3.10.2.7 Selected Outputs...................................................................................................................................28
3.10.2.8 Pager.....................................................................................................................................................28
3.10.2.9 Only Selected Outputs...........................................................................................................................28
3.10.3 Disable - Controls....................................................................................................................... 28
3.10.4 Disable –User ID........................................................................................................................ 29
3.10.5 Disable –Groups........................................................................................................................ 29
3.11 ENABLING............................................................................................................................................. 30
3.11.1 Enable - Zones and Inputs ......................................................................................................... 30
3.11.2 Enable - Outputs......................................................................................................................... 30
3.11.3 Enable - Groups.......................................................................................................................... 30
3.11.4 Enable - Remote......................................................................................................................... 30
3.12 DELAYS ................................................................................................................................................ 31
3.12.1 Turn Off Delay Mode .................................................................................................................. 31
3.12.2 Turn On Delay-Mode.................................................................................................................. 31
3.12.2.1 Extend Delays.......................................................................................................................................32
3.12.2.2 Holiday / Inhibit......................................................................................................................................32
3.13 TESTING................................................................................................................................................ 33
3.13.1 Test - Zones................................................................................................................................ 33
3.13.2 Test - Display.............................................................................................................................. 34
3.13.3 Test - Buzzer .............................................................................................................................. 34
3.13.4 Test - Printer............................................................................................................................... 35
3.13.5 Test - Outputs............................................................................................................................. 35
3.14 TOOLS .................................................................................................................................................. 36
3.14.1 Printing........................................................................................................................................ 36
3.14.1.1 Printer Communications Settings ..........................................................................................................36
3.14.1.2 Set-up Printer........................................................................................................................................36
3.14.1.3 Print Inputs............................................................................................................................................37
3.14.1.4 Print Outputs .........................................................................................................................................37
3.14.1.5 Print Faults............................................................................................................................................37
3.14.1.6 Print Disabled........................................................................................................................................38
3.14.1.7 Print - Log..............................................................................................................................................38
3.14.1.8 Print - Feed Paper.................................................................................................................................38
3.14.2 Change-Time.............................................................................................................................. 39
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1 Introduction
1.1 Standards
Advanced Electronics Ltd declares that the products identified below conform to the essential requirements
specified in the Construction Products Directive 89/106/EEC:
0786-CPD-20952
EN54-2: 1997 +A1:2006
Control and indicating equipment for fire detection and fire
alarm systems for buildings
Provided options:
- Outputs to Fire Alarm Devices
- Output to Fire Routing Equipment
- Output to Fire Protection Equipment
- Output to Fault Routing Equipment
- Investigation Delays to Outputs
- Dependency on more than one alarm signal
- Fault Signals from Points
- Disablement of Points
- Alarm Counter
- Test Condition
- Standardised Input / Output
EN54-4: 1997 +A1:2002 +A2:2006
Power supply equipment for fire detection and fire alarm
systems for buildings
Mx-5100, Mx-5200, Mx-5400, MX-5800
Mx-5100V, Mx-5200V, Mx-5400V, MX-5800V
Mx-5100N, Mx-5200N, Mx-5400N, MX-5800N
In addition, the products comply with the following:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
BS EN60950-1: 2006 Safety of information technology equipment
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC
BS EN55022: 1998 Emissions, Class B
BS EN50130-4: 1996 +A2: 2003 Immunity, Product Family Standard
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1.2 Cautions and Warnings
STOP
BEFORE INSTALLATION –Refer To the Ratings shown on the label
inside the product and to the ‘Specifications Chart’ in this document.
Please read this manual carefully. If you are unclear on any point DO
NOT proceed. Contact the manufacturer or supplier for clarification and
guidance.
Only Trained service personnel should undertake the Installation,
Programming and Maintenance of this equipment.
This product has been designed to comply with the requirements of the
Low Voltage Safety and the EMC Directives. Failure to follow the
installation instructions may compromise its adherence to these
standards.
ATTENTION
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC
SENSITIVE DEVICES
This equipment is constructed with static sensitive components.
Observe anti-static precautions at all times when handling printed
circuit boards. Wear an anti-static earth strap connected to panel
enclosure earth point. Before installing or removing any printed circuit
boards remove all sources of power (mains and battery).
1.3 Description
This manual covers the use and operation of the 5000, 5000V & 5000N Series Fire Alarm Control Panels. Refer
to the Installation and Commissioning Manual (Document No. 680-165) for details of how to install and program
the panel.
All panel models are available in a range of enclosure sizes and with a range of alternative optional features.
1.3.1 5000 Series
The 5100 is a Single Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel.
The 5200 is a Two Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel.
The 5400 is a Multiple Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel with provision for up to four loops.
All above models are designed for use with the Apollo (Discovery, Explorer, XP95 and Series 90) and Hochiki
(ESP) fire detection devices.
1.3.2 5000V Series
The 5100V is a Single Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel.
The 5200V is a Two Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel.
The 5400V is a Multiple Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel with provision for up to four
loops.
All above models are designed for use with the Advanced (AV) fire detection devices.
1.3.3 5000N Series
The 5100Nis a Single Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel.
The 5200N is a Two Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel.
The 5400N is a Multiple Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel with provision for up to four
loops.
All above models are designed for use with the Nittan Evolution fire detection devices.
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2 Controls and Indications
The 5000, 5000V and 5000N series are provided with indications and control functions as shown in the diagram
below and described in the following text.
The LED functions and BUTTON functions may be assigned and used differently in specific countries
dependent on the market and standards requirements.
The layout shown below is for the UK version.
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Slide-in labels are used to annotate Function Indicators and Programmable Control Keys and Indicators.
2.1 Graphical Display
The graphical display provides detailed information of the source of fire alarms, faults and warnings. It also
shows menus for use when inspecting or programming the operation of the panel.
Under normal conditions the panel display shows the access level, time, date and status: -
LEVEL 2
16:05
04 MAR 2008
NORMAL PANEL OPERATION
(Press Menu to View)
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2.2 LED Status Indicators
The LED Status Indications show the basic operational state of the panel and whether the panel is in a fire
alarm, fault, disabled or test condition.
Function
Colour
Description
FIRE
Red
Indicates that the system has detected a fire alarm condition
MORE ALARMS
Red
Indicates that the system has detected a fire alarm condition (on
steady) in more than one zone.
Fault
Yellow
Indicates that the system has detected a fault condition
Disable
Yellow
Indicates that part of the system has been disable (i.e. isolated)
Test
Yellow
Indicates that part of the system is in a test condition
Power
Green
Indicates the presence of power
Fire Routing Activated
Red
Indicates that the output to call the Fire Brigade has been Activated
Fire Routing Fault
Yellow
Indicates that there is a fault condition in the Fire Brigade signalling
equipment.
Fire Routing Disabled
Yellow
Indicates that the output signal to the Fire Brigade is Disabled
Pre-Alarm
Yellow
Indicates that a smoke or heat detector has detected a change in
the environment that may develop into a possible fire alarm
condition.
Delayed
Yellow
Indicates that one or more output circuits are in a delayed operating
condition
Fire Protection Activated
Red
Indicates that the circuit to fire extinguishing or other fire protection
equipment has been activated or that the fire protection equipment
itself has been activated.
Sounder Silenced
Yellow
Indicates that the sounders have been silenced
Sounder Fault
Yellow
Indicates the presence of a fault in one or more sounder wiring
circuits
Sounder Disabled
Yellow
Indicates that one or more sounders have been disabled (i.e.
isolated)
System Fault
Yellow
Indicates the presence of a system fault
Function 1
Red
Spare function LED
Function 2
Yellow
Spare function LED
Function 3
Yellow
Spare function LED
Function 4
Yellow
Spare function LED
Function 5
Yellow
Spare function LED
The function LED Indicators are programmable and will have been configured and labelled accordingly during
installation and commissioning of the system.
The arrangement and definition of the Status LED Indicators depend on the country and market requirements.
The functions described are the same and the most common layout is shown.
2.3 Zone LED Status Indicators
The Zone LED Status Indications can be included on the main display (up to 20 zones –fire alarm indication
only) or can be included as plug in modules below the main display. These show the basic operational state of
the zone and can indicate whether the zone is in a fire alarm, fault, disabled or test condition depending on the
module installed.
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2.4 Control Buttons
The following table contains a list of all of the control button functions available. The buttons available on each
product depend on the country of installation and specific market requirements.
Button
Description
Access Level
More Alarms
Press to scroll through Zones in Alarm. The LED
indicator turns on to indicate if more than one zone
is in alarm.
Available in both
Level 1 and Level 2
Reset
Press to reset the panel from a fire alarm or
latched fault condition.
Only available with
Level 2 Access.
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Press to mute the internal buzzer.
Available in both
Level 1 and Level 2
Silence
Press to silence the sounders.
Only available with
Level 2 Access.
Resound
Press to re-activate the sounders.
Only available with
Level 2 Access.
Evacuate
Press to initiate a manual evacuation and sound
the alarms.
Only available with
Level 2 Access.
LED Test
Press to illuminate ALL LED indicators
Available in both
Level 1 and Level 2
Disable
Press to disable the zone or device in a fire alarm
condition (Australia only).
Only available with
Level 2 Access.
Function Button
Programmable function –an associated LED
indicator can also be programmed
Depends on
Programming
2.5 Navigation Buttons

Press to scroll through Menu Options.
Press to display more information.
Press to scroll through lists of zones or devices.
✔
Press to confirm entry of numeric or letter information entry.
Press to confirm selection of a menu option.
Press to change some of the configuration options.
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2.6 Number and Letter Buttons
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Press to return to a previous menu.
Press to exit the menu functions and return to the normal display.
Menu
Press to show or return to Menu Functions.
2.7 Buzzer
The buzzer produces two different sounds to differentiate between fire alarm conditions and fault conditions.
Condition
Operation
Fire Alarm
The buzzer operates with a continuous tone.
Fault
The buzzer operates intermittently.
3 Operation
3.1 Access Levels
The panel operation is protected from inadvertent and erroneous misuse by means of four access levels. These
levels are as follows:
Level 1 Untrained user
Level 2 Authorised User
Level 3 Service and Maintenance Engineer
Level 4 Service and Maintenance Engineer –Special Tools required
A Level 1 Untrained User can view the current operational condition of the system and may MUTE the internal buzzer.
NOTE: Depending on the configuration settings, a Level 1 user may also be permitted to EVACUATE and/or SILENCE
and/or RESET the system by pressing the appropriate button and entering a password.
A Level 2 Authorised User can view the operational condition of the system and may MUTE the internal buzzer. In
addition, the EVACUATE, SILENCE and RESET buttons are enabled and access to the Level 2 Menu functions is
available.
NOTE: There are up to 10 User ID codes available, each with its own password, which can be configured with varying
permissions to specific menu function options.
A Level 3 User has access to program and configure the operation of the panel. This is described in detail in the
Product (Installation and Commissioning) Manual (Part Number 680-165).
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3.1.1 Changing from Access Level 1 to Level 2
If the panel has an access key switch fitted, use the key in preference to the menu options shown
below.
3.1.1.1Menu Access
Press the ‘MENU’ button. The level 1 menu will be displayed as shown below:
[ CONTROLS DISABLED ]
ENABLE CONTROLS VIEW
LED-TEST STATUS
To enable the controls, ensure the “Enable Controls” option is highlighted and then press the ✔button. The
display then requests entry of the Level 2 or 3 passwords as follows:
[ CONTROLS DISABLED ]
Please Enter Your Password
Enter the password using the number buttons and then press the ✔button. As each number is entered, an
asterisk (*) is shown on the display. For example:
[ CONTROLS DISABLED ]
Please Enter Your Password
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If the password is correct, the Level 2 Menu options will be shown.
If the password is incorrect, the display briefly shows the following message.
[ CONTROLS DISABLED ]
Please Enter Your Password
Password Not Recognised !
3.1.1.2Control Buttons at Level 1
If any of the control buttons (Reset, Silence / Resound or Evacuate) are pressed, the display automatically
prompts for the password. Enter the password as above.
3.1.2 Changing from Access Level 2 to 1
If the panel has an access key switch fitted, use the key switch.
Alternatively, if passwords are used, select the “Disablement” menu and then select “Disable/Controls” – see
section 3.10.3 for details.
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3.2 Fire Alarm Condition
When the system registers a fire alarm condition the Red Fire Indicator illuminates, the internal buzzer sounds
(continuously) and the display shows the zone in which the fire originated. The sounders, relays and other
outputs will be turned on depending on the programming in the panel. An example of the display is shown
below: -
FIRE STARTED IN ZONE 1/1 .
< Header –Zone № / Device №1
BASEMENT WEST
KITCHEN <CALL POINT >
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
[ 1 Zone in Fire. Zone 0001]
BASEMENT WEST
< No. of Zones in Fire & Last Zone
< Zone Description for Last Zone
The upper part of the display shows the origin of the fire. The lower part of the display shows the number of
zones in a fire alarm condition and the last zone to enter the fire alarm condition.
If more than one fire alarm condition occurs, the total number of zones in an alarm condition and the last zone in
an alarm condition will be updated on the display. If the sounders were silenced, they will sound again whenever
the fire spreads to a new zone.
FIRE STARTED IN ZONE 1/1 .
< Header –Zone № / Device №
BASEMENT WEST
KITCHEN <CALL POINT >
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
[ 2 Zones in Fire Last Zone 0005]
BASEMENT EAST
< No. of Zones in Fire & Last Zone
< Zone Description for Last Zone
Press the ‘MUTE’ button to silence the internal buzzer (the FIRE LED will change from flashing to steady
illumination).
Press the ‘MORE ALARMS’ button to view an scroll through a full list of zones in a fire alarm condition.
When the panel is enabled for Level 2 Access or, if configured, by entering a password at Level 1, the following
functions are available.
Press the ‘SILENCE’ button to silence the sounders.
Press the ‘RESOUND’ button again to re-activate the sounders.
Press the ‘RESET’ button to clear the alarm condition and restore the panel to normal operation.
Press the ‘EVACUATE’ button to initiate a manual evacuation and to activate the sounders. The display will
show this fire alarm condition. For example:
FIRE STARTED IN ZONE 100 .
MAIN RECEPTION
Evacuation Key <SWITCH >
< Location Text for First Zone
< Confirmation of Evacuation
[ 1 Zone in Fire. Zone 0100]
MAIN RECEPTION
< No. of Zones in Fire & Last Zone
< Zone Description for Last Zone
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The Device Number is only shown on products for the German market –this is the number specifically assigned to the device to denote its
number within the associated meldergruppe (Mld).
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3.2.1 Detailed Fire Alarm Information
Press the ‘MORE ALARMS’ button to view the list of zones in a fire alarm condition. Press the ‘MORE
ALARMS’ button again or use the  buttons to scroll through the list. Each press highlights the next zone in
the list and scrolls the zone list upwards.
Zone FIRE-LOCATION Scroll More>
0001 BASEMENT WEST
0005 BASEMENT EAST
< List of Zones in Alarm including
< Zone No. and location text
If more detail regarding the source of any fires is required, press the ‘MORE ALARMS’ button or the 
buttons to highlight the required zone in alarm and press the button to show further information. For example:
[ FIRES IN ZONE 0001] Scroll More>
Mld Device Text
/29 KITCHEN
/32 Corridor
< List of devices within the Zone
< that are in Alarm
This shows that the device(s) in a Fire Alarm condition in the zone. If there are more devices in alarm, these will
be shown in the list (as shown above). Press the  buttons to scroll through the devices. Press the button
to show further information including state, type, value, loop, address, sector and node.
Press the button or the ‘Esc’ button to return to the previous display. If no button is pressed within 15-
seconds, the display automatically reverts to the main display.
3.2.2 Investigation Delays
The Investigation Delay Function can be disabled or enabled as required by EN54: 2.
Refer to Section 3.12.
If the Investigation Delay Function (Stage 1 / Stage 2 Investigation Delay) is enabled, a fire alarm is registered
at the panel but does not immediately activate the sounders. On registering the alarm, the display shows:
FIRE STARTED IN ZONE 1/12 .
< Header –Zone № / Device №
BASEMENT WEST
KITCHEN <TEMPERATURE>
OUTPUT DELAY 30 s (Press 0 to extend)
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
< Delay Timer (Stage 1)
[ 1 Zone in Fire. Zone 0001]
BASEMENT WEST
The Output Delay Timer shows the amount of time left for investigation. If the alarm is not acknowledged before
the Stage 1 timer elapses, the panel will enter a full alarm condition and will activate the sounders.
Pressing the ‘0’ button acknowledges the alarm. This extends the time allowed to investigate the source of the
fire.
FIRE STARTED IN ZONE 1/12 .
< Header –Zone № / Device №
BASEMENT WEST
KITCHEN <TEMPERATURE>
OUTPUT DELAY 120 s
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
< Delay Timer (Stage 2)
[ 1 Zone in Fire. Zone 0001]
BASEMENT WEST
The cause of the alarm can now be investigated. If the alarm is a false alarm, pressing the ‘RESET’ button will
clear the alarm condition. This must be done before the Stage 2 timer has elapsed or the panel will enter a full
alarm condition and will activate the sounders.
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Note: The EVACUATION button will terminate the investigation delays and activate all programmed sounders.
3.3 Fault Condition
When the system registers a fault condition the Yellow Fault Indicator is illuminated, the internal buzzer sounds
intermittently and the display shows the cause of the fault in more detail.
An example of the display is shown below:
ZONE 0001 DEVICE MISSING
BASEMENT WEST
RESTAURANT (MULTI.SENSOR)
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
1 Zone In Fault More>
< No. of Zones in FAULT
If more than one fault condition occurs, these will be shown on the display. If the internal buzzer was muted, it
will sound again when a new fault condition is registered.
When the fault condition is corrected, the panel automatically clears the appropriate fault Status Indicators and
Display information.
Press the ‘MUTE’ button to silence the internal buzzer The display then shows the current time and date and
service centre telephone number along with the indication of the fault.
FOR SERVICE CALL
01234 567890
LEVEL 2
16:05
04 MAR 2008
< Panel access level
< Service Call Number
< and Time / Date
1 Zone In Fault More>
< No. of Zones in FAULT
To obtain more detailed information about the faults, press the button. The display then presents a list of all
of the zones in a fault condition with the first fault highlighted. For example:
[ 2 Zones in Fault] More>
ZONE LOCATION
1 BASEMENT
100 RECEPTION
< Number of zones in fault
< Zone #, Location Text for each
< zone
Press the  buttons to highlight the required fault and then press the button to show further information.
For example:
[ Faults in Zone 0001 ] More>
Mld Device Text
/32 Room 112
< Device № (if applicable) &
device text description
Press the button to show further information on device state, type, analogue/digital values and loop, address,
sector and node, etc.
Press the ‘ESC’ key to return to the previous display.
If no button is pressed within a minute, the display automatically reverts to the main display.
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3.4 Disablement Condition
If any zones, input devices or output devices have been disabled, the DISABLE Indicator is illuminated. In
addition, the SOUNDER DISABLE Indicator is illuminated if one or more sounder circuits or devices have been
disabled. The display indicates the presence of zone disablement conditions in the lower half of the display as
follows:
LEVEL 2
16:05
04 MAR 2006
4 Zones with Disablements More>
When the disablement conditions are removed, the appropriate indications are cleared from the display and
from the Indicators. When all disablement conditions are removed, the DISABLE Indicator is also turned off.
To obtain more detailed information about the disablement conditions, press the button. The display will then
present the disablement conditions in the following sequence:
Zone / Individual Inputs.
Outputs
[DISABLEMENTS]
[ 2 ZONE(s)with INPUTS DISABLED] More>
[ 2 ZONE(s)with OUTPUTS DISABLED] More>
< Zone, disablement condition and
< location text
Press the  buttons to highlight the required option and then press the button to view further information.
3.4.1 Disabled Inputs
The display presents a list of all of the zones in a disabled condition with the first disablement highlighted. For
example:
[ 2 Zones with Inputs Disabled] More>
ZONE MODE LOCATION
0001 PART DISABLED BASEMENT WEST
0002 ALL DISABLED BASEMENT EAST
< Zone, disablement condition and
< location text
The display shows the status as ALL DISABLED if every input device within the zone has been disabled and
shows the status as PART DISABLED if there is at least one input device within the zone still active.
Press the  buttons to highlight the required zone and then press the button to view the location text
assigned to the zone in full. For example:
Press the button again to view the inputs within the zone and their status. For example:
[ Inputs in Zone 0001 ] <More>
Mld Mode Device Text
/32 Disabled Room 244
The display shows the Device Number, current disablement condition (mode) and the device text. Press the
 buttons to scroll through the inputs.
Press the button to show further information on the state, type, analogue/digital values, the detection loop
(LP) and address (ADRS), etc. Press the ‘ESC’ key to return.
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3.4.2 Disabled Outputs
The display presents a list of all of the zones in a disabled condition with the first disablement highlighted. For
example:
[ 2 Zone(s)with Outputs Disabled] More>
Zone Mode Location
0001 ALL DISABLED BASEMENT WEST
0100 ALL DISABLED RECEPTION
< Zones with location text where
< outputs are disabled
Press the  buttons to highlight the required zone and then press the button to view the individual outputs
and their disablement condition. For example:
[ Outputs in Zone 0100] More>
Mode Device Text
Disabled Sounder A
Disabled Sounder B
Disabled Sounder C
Disabled Sounder D
The above example shows that the panel sounder circuits are disabled.
Press the button to view further information including type, value and state, etc.
[ Outputs in Zone 0100]
<More>
Mode Type
Disabled SOUNDER
Disabled SOUNDER
Disabled SOUNDER
Disabled SOUNDER
Press the  buttons to scroll through the list of individual outputs within the selected zone. Press the ‘Esc’
button to return to previous views and the main display.
3.5 Alarm Condition
When the system registers a pre-alarm or plant alarm condition, the internal buzzer sounds intermittently and
the display shows the cause of the fault in more detail. An example of the display is shown below:
ZONE 0001 PRE-ALARM
BASEMENT WEST
RESTAURANT (MULTI.SENSOR)
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
1 Zone In Alarm More>
< No. of Zones in Alarm
To obtain more detailed information about the alarms, press the button. The display then presents a list of all
zones in an alarm condition.
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3.6 Supervisory Condition
When the system registers a supervisory condition, the internal buzzer sounds intermittently and the display
shows the cause of the fault in more detail. An example of the display is shown below:
ZONE 0011 SUPERVISORY
PLANT ROOM
SPRINKLER SHUT OFF (INPUT MON)
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
1 Zone In Supervisory More>
< No. of Zones in Supervisory
To obtain more detailed information about the alarms, press the button. The display then presents a list of all
zones in an alarm condition.
Supervisory conditions are typically (although not exclusively) used to indicate the presence of operating
conditions that could prevent the operation of sprinkler valves such as; frozen water, valve shut-off, low
pressure, etc.
3.7 Multiple Conditions
When the system registers alarm, pre-alarm, fault, disablement, warning, security and supervisory conditions
simultaneously, the display shows these in the lower half in priority order. The detail of the most recent
unacknowledged condition to occur, however, is shown at the top of the display. An example of the display is
shown below:
ZONE 0011 SUPERVISORY
PLANT ROOM
SPRINKLER SHUT OFF (INPUT MON)
< Location Text for First Zone
< Location Text and Type of Device
1 Zone In Alarm ↓More>
1 Zone In Supervisory More>
1 Zone In Fault More>
< No. of Zones in Supervisory
An arrow is shown on the display to indicate the scroll options. ↓ (first row), ↕, ↑ (last row) are shown depending
on the row highlighted.
Press the  buttons to scroll through the list to highlight the required condition and then press the button to
view more detail as described for each condition.
If the system registers a fire alarm condition, the display is totally devoted to the indication of the fire alarm. Use
the View Menu option to display these other conditions.
3.8 Menu Functions
The following Menu Functions are available at Level 2. The display shows the primary Level 2 Menu and the
Level 2 User as follows:
[Level 2 Menu] User 1 Node 1
VIEW DISABLE ENABLE
TEST DELAY TOOLS
STATUS
The following table gives a list of the Level 2 Menu Functions, the sub-functions available within each main
function and a brief description for each function.
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Main Menu Option
Sub Menus
Comments
VIEW
Fires
View Zones and Inputs that are reporting a fire alarm condition.
Faults
View Zones and Inputs that are reporting a fault condition.
Alarms
View Zones and Inputs that are reporting an alarm condition.
Disabled
View Zones, Inputs and Outputs that are disabled.
Inputs
View the current state of Inputs.
Outputs
View the current operational condition of all output circuits / devices.
Log
View the Event Log / Alarm Counter
Panel
View the operational state, voltage and current loading of the panel input and
output circuits.
Network
View Network diagnostics
Warnings
View Zones and Inputs that are reporting a warning condition
Supervisory
View Zones and Inputs that are reporting a supervisory condition
DISABLE
Zone / Inputs 2
Disable a complete zone or an individual input.
Outputs 2
Disable sounder outputs or other devices.
Controls 3
Cancel Level 2 access.
User ID 3
Return Level 2 access to the default User 1
Groups
Disable a user-defined disablement group
ENABLE
Zone / Inputs
Enable a complete zone or an individual input.
Outputs
Enable sounder outputs or other devices.
Groups
Enable a user-defined disablement group
Remote
Permits remote access controls
TEST
Zones 2
Configure one or more zones for walk test.
Display
Test the Graphics Display, Status Indicators and Keyboard.
Buzzer
Test the Internal Buzzer
Printer
Test the connection to the Printer
Outputs
Test Output Devices
DELAY
--
Turn ON / OFF Investigation delays
TOOLS
COMMISSION
Enter the Level 3 Commissioning and Panel Programming Functions
PRINT
Inputs
Print the status of inputs
Ouputs
Print the status of outputs
Faults
Print the fault conditions
Disabled
Print the disabled conditions
Log
Print the Event Log. (All Events of Fire Only Events Selectable).
Feed Paper
Advance the paper in the printer
Set-up 2
Configure the printer connection and automatic print options
CHANGE TIME2
Allows authorised level 2 users to change time.
2
This option can be configured per Level 2 User ID. User 1 does not have permission to change these options.
3
Not required if a key switch is fitted to change access levels.
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3.8.1 Using the Buttons to Navigate Menus
Press the ‘Menu’ button to bring up the display menu.
3.8.1.1Selecting Menu Options
The Level 2 Menu is shown below:
[Level 2 Menu] User 1 Node 1
VIEW DISABLE ENABLE
TEST DELAY TOOLS
STATUS
Press the  buttons to highlight the required menu option and then press the ✔button to select it.
For example, press the button followed by the button to highlight the DELAY option (as shown below) and
then press the ✔button to select this option.
[Level 2 Menu] User 1 Node 1
VIEW DISABLE ENABLE
TEST DELAY TOOLS
STATUS
Press the ‘Esc’ button from within a menu option to return to the previous menu.
Press the ‘Esc’ button from the Main Level 2 Menu (shown above) to return to the normal operating display.
If a button is not pressed for one minute (15-seconds if the panel is in a fire alarm condition) the display will
automatically revert to the normal operating display. Press the ‘Menu’ button to return directly to the Level 2
Menu display previously shown.
3.8.1.2Selecting Individual Zone Numbers
When the display is showing a list of Zone Numbers, it is possible to select a specific zone number by using the
number keys. For example, if the display is showing a list of zones:
[ Inputs] More>
Zone Mode Location
0001 Enabled BASEMENT WEST
0002 Enabled BASEMENT EAST
0008 Enabled GROUND FLOOR
0009 Enabled MAIN RECEPTION AREA
To select a particular Zone, move to the zone number column. The existing zone number will then be
highlighted.
Enter the required Zone Number using the number buttons, for example 12.
[ Inputs] More>
Zone Mode Location
# 12 Enabled BASEMENT WEST
0002 Enabled BASEMENT EAST
0008 Enabled GROUND FLOOR
0009 Enabled MAIN RECEPTION AREA
Finally press the ✔button to confirm. The display will then show a new list of Zones with the selected Zone
highlighted at the top of the list.
If the number is entered incorrectly, press the ‘Esc’ button.
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3.9 Viewing
The View menu is available on two pages. Highlight the “Next Menu” option and pres the ✔button to select the
next page.
[View Menu 1] User 1 Node 1
FIRES FAULTS ALARMS
DISABLED INPUTS OUTPUTS
Next Menu
[View Menu 2] User 1 Node 1
PANEL NETWORK WARNINGS
SUPERVISORY LOG
Next Menu
Note that Fires, Faults, Alarms, Disablements and Supervisory conditions are all normally shown without having
to select the view menu. If, however, you wish to manually View any of these, they can be selected from this
menu as required.
3.9.1 View - Fires
This function shows the Zones and Inputs that are currently in a Fire Alarm condition.
The operation of the panel and the information that can be shown is identical to the views available from the
main operating display. Refer to Section 3.2 for further information.
If there are no Zones or Inputs in a Fire Alarm condition, the display automatically reverts to the Main View
Menu.
3.9.2 View - Faults
This function shows the Zones, Inputs and Outputs that are currently in a Fault condition.
The operation of the panel and the information that can be shown is identical to the views available from the
main operating display. Refer to Section 3.3 for further information.
3.9.3 View - Alarms
This function shows the Zones and Inputs that are currently in an Alarm condition. These may occur if:
The Zone or Input is currently in a Fire Test condition and / or
Inputs that are configured to generate an alarm or pre-alarm condition when operated are active.
The operation of the panel and the information that can be shown is identical to the views available from the
main operating display.
3.9.4 View - Disabled
This function shows only Inputs and Outputs that are currently in a Disabled condition.
The operation of the panel and the information that can be shown is identical to the views available from the
main operating display. Refer to Section 0for further information.
If there are both Inputs and Outputs in a Disabled condition, the display presents the inputs first followed by the
outputs.
If there are no Inputs or Outputs in a Disabled condition, the display does not change and continues to show the
Main View Menu.
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