Ampac FireFinder II Series User manual

FIREFINDER SERIES II FIRE BRIGADE RESPONSE
GUIDE
Fire Alarm Control Panel
Series II
SE Asia (CP10, MS1404)
Installation, Commissioning &
Operation
MAN 2536-6
FireFinder

FIREFINDER SERIES II FIRE BRIGADE RESPONSE
GUIDE
DESCRIPTION TYPE
LOOP No SENSOR No STATUS ALARM
DATE TIME
SENSOR ALARMS 1 OF XX
1) INDICATION
INCOMING ALARM CONDITION
PRESS KEY
LCD DISPLAY OF DESCRIPTION
TYPE, ADDRESS, DATE TIME AND
NUMBER OF ALARMS
FIRE LED STEADY
2) SOUNDER SILENCE OR SOUND EVACUATION
DISABLE ALARM
REPEAT THE ABOVE STEPS
AFTER PRESSING NEXT TO
DISABLE ALARMS
DESCRIPTION TYPE
LOOP No SENSOR No STATUS ALARM
DATE TIME
SENSOR DISABLES 1 OF XX
LCD DISPLAY OF DESCRIPTION
TYPE, ADDRESS, DATE TIME AND
NUMBER OF DISABLES
FIRE LED STEADY
3) SOUNDER SILENCE
3) SOUNDER SILENCE
IF NECESSARY PRESS TO
SILENCE SOUNDERS
INDICATOR WILL TURN OFF
PRESS TO REST ALLALARMS
FIRE
FIRE
SOUNDER
SILENCE EVACUATE
DEVICE
DISABLE / ENABLE
SOUNDER
SILENCE
RESET

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No.
1About This Manual..................................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction................................................................................................................1
1.2 General Requirements ...............................................................................................1
1.3 References.................................................................................................................1
1.4 Symbols.....................................................................................................................1
2System Overview ....................................................................................................................2
2.1 FACP Configuration Examples...................................................................................3
3FireFinder Description............................................................................................................5
4Placing The Basic System Into Operation .............................................................................8
4.1 Unpacking..................................................................................................................8
4.2 Anti-Static Precautions...............................................................................................8
4.3 Working On The System ............................................................................................8
4.4 The Cabinet ...............................................................................................................8
4.5 Mounting The Cabinet................................................................................................8
4.6 Operational Parameters .............................................................................................9
4.7 Cabling Recommendations.......................................................................................10
4.8 Power Supplies and AC Mains Installation................................................................11
4.8.1 Connecting the Mains Earth.......................................................................11
4.8.2 Connecting the Mains Power to the Power Supply.....................................12
4.9 Brigade / PSU Monitor Board....................................................................................13
4.9.1 Battery Connections (TB1).........................................................................15
4.9.2 Auxiliary 27 Volt Power (TB2)....................................................................15
4.9.3 Bell / Sounder Monitored Outputs (TB3 & TB5)..........................................15
4.9.4 Relay Output Connections (TB6 –TB10)...................................................16
4.10 Main Board...............................................................................................................17
4.11 Front Panel Board....................................................................................................18
4.12 Main CPU ................................................................................................................19
4.13 Slave CPU...............................................................................................................20
4.14 Conventional Zone Board.........................................................................................21
4.15 Addressable Loop Termination Board.......................................................................22
5Expanding the FACP with Compatible FireFinder Boards..................................................23
5.1 Ancillary Services.....................................................................................................23
5.2 Expansion Board......................................................................................................24
5.3 Expansion Controller................................................................................................24
5.4 16/16 Input / Output Board.......................................................................................25
5.5 8 Way Relay Board ..................................................................................................25
5.6 16 Way Input Board..................................................................................................26
5.7 Serial Relay Board ...................................................................................................26
5.8 External Control Interface Board...............................................................................27
5.9 Zone & General Indicator Card.................................................................................28
5.10 8 Way Sounder / Bell Monitor Board.........................................................................29
5.11 LED Mimic Board.....................................................................................................30
5.12 High Level Interface Expander..................................................................................33
5.13 Communications Extender Board .............................................................................34
5.14 SmartTerminal..........................................................................................................35
5.14.1 Overview...................................................................................................35
5.14.2 Mechanical................................................................................................36
5.14.3 Installation & Cabling.................................................................................37
5.14.4 Setting the Address...................................................................................38
5.14.5 Operation..................................................................................................39

5.14.6 SmartTerminal Controls and Indicators......................................................40
5.14.7 SMARTTERMINAL Screen Format............................................................40
5.14.8 Setting the SmartTerminal Controller Configuration in ConfigManager.......42
5.14.9 Setting the SmartTerminal Reporting Parameters in ConfigManager..........42
5.14.10 Trouble Shooting Chart..............................................................................43
5.14.11 Specifications............................................................................................44
5.15 Printer......................................................................................................................45
5.15.1 Indicators and Buttons...............................................................................45
5.15.2 Maintenance..............................................................................................46
5.15.3 Printer Connections and Jumpering...........................................................48
5.15.4 Printer 5 Volt Power Supply.......................................................................48
6Expanding the System Through Networking.......................................................................49
6.1 Communications: Network Interface Card.................................................................49
6.2 Conventional Network Board....................................................................................52
7FireFinder Control Panel.......................................................................................................53
8Functions And Menus...........................................................................................................56
8.1 The Default LCD Display..........................................................................................56
8.2 Accessing Functions and Menus..............................................................................56
8.3 Function Menu and Access Levels ...........................................................................56
9The Main Menu......................................................................................................................57
9.1 Status Menu.............................................................................................................57
9.2 Testing Menu...........................................................................................................59
9.2.1 Alarm Test.................................................................................................59
9.2.2 Fault Test..................................................................................................59
9.2.3 Lamp Test.................................................................................................60
9.2.4 Sounders...................................................................................................60
9.2.5 Printer Menu..............................................................................................60
10 Main Functions......................................................................................................................61
10.1 Setting the Function Date Facility .............................................................................61
10.2 Setting the Function Time Facility.............................................................................61
10.3 Setting the Function Daynight Facility.......................................................................61
10.4 Function Logs Facility...............................................................................................61
10.5 The Function Test Facility.........................................................................................62
10.6 Function Manual I/O Control.....................................................................................63
10.7 Function Access (Level II) / Passwords (Level III).....................................................64
10.7.1 Forgotten Passwords.................................................................................64
10.8 Function Programming.............................................................................................64
10.8.1 Conventional Zone Programming...............................................................65
10.8.2 Device Programming.................................................................................66
10.8.3 Input Programming....................................................................................66
10.8.4 Output Programming.................................................................................67
10.8.5 Watchdog..................................................................................................67
10.8.6 Self Learn..................................................................................................67
10.8.7 Extra Devices Detected.............................................................................67
10.8.8 Mismatch Detected....................................................................................68
11 Incoming Fire Alarm Signal..................................................................................................69
12 Accessing a Loop, Sensor or Zone......................................................................................70
13 RS232 Modem / Programming / Debug Interfacing .............................................................71
14 Certification Information.......................................................................................................72
15 Troubleshooting Chart..........................................................................................................73

16 Address Setting ....................................................................................................................74
17 Glossary of Terms.................................................................................................................75
18 Definitions.............................................................................................................................76
19 Maintenance..........................................................................................................................77
19.1 Regular Testing and Inspection................................................................................77
19.1.1 General.....................................................................................................77
19.1.2 Daily Check...............................................................................................77
19.1.3 Weekly Test ..............................................................................................77
19.1.4 Monthly Test..............................................................................................78
19.1.5 Annual Test...............................................................................................79
20 Quick Reference Guides.......................................................................................................80

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FIREFINDER SERIES II INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING &
OPERATION
1About This Manual
1.1 Introduction
This manual contains all the information required to install, commission and operate the FireFinder
SERIES II Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) fitted with Version 6 software and is only available to
and for the use of personnel engaged in its installation, commissioning and operation.
1.2 General Requirements
The FireFinder Series II FACP has been designed and manufactured from high quality commercial
components so as to comply with major world standards. To ensure these standards are not
compromised in any way installation staff and operators should;
Be qualified and trained for the task they undertake;
Be familiar with the contents of this manual prior to the installation, commissioning or
operation of a FireFinder control system;
Observe anti-static pre-cautions at all times; and
Be aware that if a problem is encountered or there is any doubt with respect to the
operational parameters of the installation the supplier should be contacted.
1.3 References
FireFinder Technical Manual
ConfigManager
FireFinder Detector Manual
National Standards:
Singapore CP10: 2005
Malaysia: MS1404: 1996
1.4 Symbols
Important operational information
Note: Configuration considerations
Observe antistatic precautions
Mains supply earth
DANGER mains supply present

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2System Overview
The FireFinder Series II is an Intelligent Analogue / Addressable and / or Conventional Fire Alarm
Control Panel capable of supporting:
AMPAC Discovery and XP95 Intelligent Detectors, Multisensor, Photoelectric, Ionisation,
Thermal (heat) and CO detectors and Hochiki range of Detectors.
Addressable Initiating Devices: Modules that monitor any conventional normally open
contact such as supervisory switches and flow switches.
Conventional two wire zone detector circuits
Multiple input/outputs
High Level Interfaces
SmartGraphics
SmartTerminal
Remote LED mimics
Peer to Peer networking
Master Slave (Main - Sub) networking
Main panel plus Data Gathering Panels networking
Panel is built to comply with the following National standards:
Singapore CP10: 2005
Malaysia: MS1404: 1996
E.O.L
3K3
CONVENTIONAL ZONE
USING CONVENTIONAL DETECTORS
AND BASES
CONVENTIONAL ZONE
CIRCUIT
ADDRESSABLE
LOOP
ISOLATOR
ION OPTICAL HEAT
ANALOGUE DETECTORS MANUAL CALL
POINT ( MCP )
ISOLATOR
E.O.L
6K2
4K7
4K7
FIRE
ALARM
PRESS HERE
TO BREAK
FIRE
ALARM
PRESS HERE
TO BREAK
HIGH LEVEL
INTERFACE /
EV3000
AS PER INPUT 1
AS PER INPUT 1
20K
EOL
4K7
N/O INPUT
SWITCH
RELAY
O/P 1
IN-1
IN-2
IN-3
C1
NC
NO
C2
NC
NO
C3
NC
NO
RELAY
O/P 2
RELAY
O/P 3
FIREFINDER FACP
SINGLE INPUT
DEVICE
FLOW SWITCH
E.O.L 20K
LOOP SOUNDER
L1
L2
E.O.L 10K
SOUNDER
SOUNDER
CONTROL
+
-
+24V DC
N/O C N/C
RELAY
OUTPUT
AUX OUTPUTS
INPUT/OUTPUT
UNIT
CONVENTIONAL DETECTORS
MAXIMUM OF 20
ZONE MONITOR
OUT
IN
SPECIFICATIONS:
MAX LENGTH = 2KM
MAX RESISTANCE = 50ohms
MIN CABLE SIZE = 1.5mm²
MONITORED
INPUT
+
-
+24V DC
THREE INPUT / OUTPUT
DEVICE
E.O.L 20K
ANCILLARY
SERVICES
Figure 1: Typical Application

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2.1 FACP Configuration Examples
MAIN CONTROL CARD
20 WAY
10 WAY
FRONT PANEL CONTROL
CN3
CN21
CN20
TH1 CN8
CN1
CN6
D14
CN3
C12
BZ1 CN5
CN2
CN7
CN11
CH6 CH8
CH2
CH1
CN16
CN14
CN18
R17
TP3
CN4
CN10
CN15
CN13
CN17
c
ba
4 3 2
BRIG ADE I/F
FRO NT PANELEXPAN SION LE DS
EXPAN SION PAN EL
MOD EM
27V IN
PRIN TER
PSU M ONITOR
LOOP C OMM S
1
+
ENSURE CN13 - 15 ARE FITTED WITH PIN ENTRY SIDE FACING THE BOTTOM OF THE BOARD
3 WAY
CN1
CN2
1
SLAVE CPU
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
RJ45
SLAVE CPU
SLAVE CPU
U15
CN2
a b c
U11
U10
U14
U13
CPU BOARD
PRINTER PSU C/W CAB2153
3 WAY
26 WAY
5V OUT
CN 1
HY 1
CN2
27v In
- +
- +
PRINTER (OEM1447)
CN3
10 WAY
PRINTER MOUNTING BRACKET
+ -+ -
+ - AUXILIARY
+ BAT -+ IN -
DBA/MCP
DOOR SW
BELL2BE LL1
FAULTVALVE MON
BATT FAIL NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC+ - + - NO C NC + - + -
ALARM ISOLATE
C
SGD II
WARN SYSAUX POWE R O/P
TB10
CN3
TB4
CN2
CN1
TB6
TB5
CN6
TB3
CN5
TB2
BRIGADE PSU MONITOR BOARD
EARTH STUD
FUSE BLOCK
MAINS INPUT
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
CN1CN3
2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD OR 16Z CONVENTIONAL BOARD
L2+ L1-
B
L2+ L1-
AEXT
+35V EXT
+35V
L2+ L1-
B
L2+ L1-
AEXT
+35V EXT
+35V
EXTERNAL CONTROL INTERFACE BOARD MOUNTED ABOVE
POW ER
CN4 CN2 TX1
6 WAY 4 WAY
FRONT DOOR AND FRONT INNER DOOR REAR VIEW SHOWING INSTALLED BOARDS ON FRONT INNER DOOR AND WIRING DETAILS
CABINET BACKPAN VIEW SHOWING MODULES FITTED TO THE BACKPAN AND WIRING DETAILS TO BATTERIES
OPTIONAL NETWORKING BOARDS NETWORK INTERFACE CARD HLI CONTROLLER CARD. NOTE: POSITION MAY VARYAS SHOWN AND IS FOR INDICATION ONLY.
GENERAL INDICATOR CARD
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HLI
CONTROLLER
LSB
FACP
COMM S
EOL
EOL
RS485
SER IA L
PARA LL EL
+27V
RS4 85
ADD R ES S
0V
0V +27V
SHD -
+
SHD
-
+
-
FACP
FACP 0V
SHD
+
POWE R
COMM S
MSB
+
-
D6 ZDN 2
C74
U8
TB1
1 2 3 4
SW1
CN2
TB3
CN4
CN8
D7
LK2
LK3
CN5
16 WAY
NETWORK I/F BOARD
CPU
CN5
CN1
CN2CN3
CN4
CN7
CN8
TB 1
TB 2
TB 3
U13
U14
U10
U11
c
ba
CN2
U15
+
-
S HD
+
-
S HD
ACTIVE
NEUTRAL
GROUND
-VE
+VE
L(AC) N(AC)
-V -V +V +V
(AC)
FUSE BLOCK
ACTIVE BROWN
EARTH GREEN
NEUTRAL BLUE
NOTE1: WIRING MAY VARY DEPENDING ON PANEL CONFIGURATION NOTE2: AN EXTERNAL BATTERY CABINET WILL BE REQUIRED IF THE FACP IS FULLY OPTIONED
TYPICAL LAYOUT FOR A FULLY POPULATED BACKPAN: X- 2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD OR X-16 ZONE CONVENTIONAL BOARD X- BRIGADE PSU MONITOR BOARD X- POWER SUPPLY UNIT (KIT 2 AMP = 330-0018 SINGAPORE) OR X- POWER SUPPLY UNIT (KIT 5 AMP = 330-0021 MALAYSIA) X- EXTERNAL CONTROL INTERFACE (KIT 159-0094) REFER TO MANUAL FOR TERMINATIONS
TYPICAL LAYOUT FOR AFULLY POPULATED FRONT PANEL: X- MAF (341-0015) CONSISTS OF: 1- CONTROL PANEL 1- MAIN CONTROL CARD 1- MAIN CPU X-SLAVE CPU X- EXPANSION BOARD X- PRINTER (OEM1447) C/W MOUNTING PLATE. (KIT = 159-0093) X- GENERAL INDICATOR CARD 32 RED LED. (KIT 159-0089) REFER TO MANUAL FOR TERMINATIONS KEYHOLE MOUNTING HOLE
Figure 2: Typical Example of a CP10-1 Layout

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+ -+ -
+ - AUXI LIARY
+ BAT -+ IN -
DBA/MCP
DOOR SW
BEL L2BEL L1
FAULTVALVE M ON
BATT FAIL NO C NC NO C N C NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC+ - + - N O C NC + - + -
ALA RM ISO LATE
C
SGD II
WA RN SYSAUX PO WER O/P
TB1 0
CN3
TB4
CN2
CN1
TB6
TB5
CN6
TB3
CN5
TB2
BRIGADE / PSU MONITOR BOARD
MAIN CONTROL BOARD
20 WAY 10 WAY
FRONT PANEL CONTROL
TO BATTERIES
CN1CN3
2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD OR 16Z CONVENTIONAL BOARD
CN3
CN3
CN21
CN20
TH1 CN8
CN1
CN6
D13
D14
CN3
C12
BZ1 CN5
CN2
CN7
CN11
CH16
CH15
CH6 CH8
CH2
CH1
CN16
CN14
CN18
R17
TP3
RN17
RN20
CN4
CN10
CN15
CN13
CN17
c
ba
4 3 2
BRIGADE I/F
FRONT PANELEXPANSION LEDS
EXPANSION PANEL
MODEM
27V IN
PRINTER
PSU MONITOR
LOOP COMMS
1
+
ENSURE CN13 - 15 ARE FITTED WITH PIN ENTRY SIDE FACING THE BOTTOM OF THE BOARD
BLANK
3 WAY
3 WAY
CN1
CN2
1
SLAVE CPU
POWER
AUG 2000
API-735
CN4
CN1CN3
CN2 TX1 POWER
CN4
CN3
CN2 TX1
POWER
AUG 2000
API-735
CN4
CN1CN3
CN2 TX1
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
76 8
CN5
CN1 C N2 CN3 C N4
20 WAY
CH8
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
CH8
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
CH8
CN2
R1
1
EARTH STUD
EXPANSION BOARD
L2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35VL2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35V L2+ L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35VL2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35V
L2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35V
L2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35V
OPTIONAL NETWORKING BOARDS NETWORK INTERFACE CARD HLI CONTROLLER CARD. NOTE: POSITION MAY VARY .
16 WAY
SLAVE CPU
SLAVE CPU
SLAVE CPU
NOTE: WIRING MAY VARY DEPENDING ON PANEL CONFIGURATION
CH15
U15
CN2
a b c
U11
U10
U14
U13
CPU BOARD
PRINTER PSU C/W CAB2153
3 WAY
TYPICAL LAYOUT FOR A FULLY POPULATED FRONT PANEL: X- MAF (341-0015) CONSISTS OF: 1- CONTROL PANEL CARD 1- MAIN BOARD 1- MAIN CPU X-SLAVE CPU X- EXPANSION BOARD X- PRINTER (OEM1447) C/W MOUNTING PLATE. (KIT = 159-0093) X- GENERAL INDICATOR BOARD 32 RED LED. (KIT 159-0089)
EXTERNAL CONTROL INTERFACE BOARD
26 WAY
5V OUT
CN1
HY1
CN2
27v In
- +
- +
PRINTER (OEM1447)
CN3
10 WAY
SLAVE CPU
SLAVE CPU
FUSE BLOCK
MAINS INPUT
GENERAL INDICATOR BOARDS or ANCILLARY HOUSING BLANKS ASS8510-13
POWER
CN4 CN2 TX1
6 WAY 4 WAY
16Z CONVENTIONAL
BOARD
PRINTER MOUNTING BRACKET
L(AC) N(AC)
-V -V +V +V
(AC)
POWER SUPPLY
ACTIVE
NEUTRAL
GROUND
-VE
+VE
X- 2 LOOP TERMINATION BOARD OR X-16 ZONE CONVENTIONAL BOARD X- BRIGADE PSU MONITOR BOARD X- POWER SUPPLY UNIT (KIT 5 AMP = 330-0021) X- EXTERNAL CONTROL INTERFACE (KIT 159-0094)
TYPICAL LAYOUT FOR A FULLY POPULATED BACKPAN
FUSE BLOCK
ACTIVE BROWN
EARTH GREEN
NEUTRAL BLUE
HLI CONTROLLER
LSB
FACP
COMMS
EOL
EOL
RS485
SERIAL
PARALLEL
+27V
RS48 5
ADD RE S S
0V
0V +27V SHD -
+
SHD
-
+
-
FACP
FACP 0V
SHD
+
POWER
COMMS
MSB
+
-
D6 ZDN2
C74
U8
TB1
1 2 3 4 SW1
CN2
TB3
CN4
CN8
D7
LK2
LK3
CN5
RJ45
NETWORK I/F BOARD
CP U
CN 5
CN 1
CN 2CN 3
CN 4
CN 7C N 8
TB 1
TB 2
TB 3
U13
U14
U10
U11
c
ba
CN2
U15
+
-
S HD
+
-
S HD
Figure 3: Typical Example of a CP10-4 Layout

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3FireFinder Description
The following description does not relate to specific cabinets as the size of each cabinet will vary
with the amount of hardware fitted.
The heart of the FireFinder Series II consists of two boards collectively known as the Controller.
These boards are the Main Board and the CPU board. Combining these two boards with a front
panel forms the basis for a FireFinder Series II FACP. A single Controller without an expansion
board has the capacity to interface to four (4) Slave CPU’s modules. Each of these Slave CPU’s can
interface to 16 Zone Conventional Termination Boards, Loop Termination Boards or Input/Output
Boards as well as communicate with the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board.
The Main Board has the Slave CPU Board for the first Loop Termination Board and the provision for
mounting of up to three additional Slave CPU’s. The Slave CPU’s all have the same software
installed and the manner in which they operate is automatically determined by the type of termination
or interface board onto which they connect.
If the system is to be expanded to have more than four Slave CPU’s an Expansion Board is required.
This board contains Slave CPU No. 5 and expansion sockets for three more. This configuration
allows for a maximum number of 8 Slave CPU’s that any one Controller can accommodate.
If a system is required to be expanded beyond eight Slave CPU’s then either local networking using
up to a total of four controllers (max 32 Slave CPU’s) within the one cabinet may be fitted or external
networking must be used.
Figure 4: CP10-1 FACP Layout
Figure 5: CP10-4 FACP Layout

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The FireFinder Series II has an internal ASPI (Ampac Serial Peripheral Interface)
serial bus. This serial bus provides interfacing to the Brigade /PSU Monitor Board
and if required up to eight (8) Sounder Board/s.
FireFinder Series II has a second serial interface that connects to ancillary boards these can be
used to control and monitor field plant equipment.
Where the system design exceeds the capability of one FireFinder Series II then other FireFinder
Series II panels can be networked together to provide an expanded system containing multiple
boards in a variety of applications.
Some of these applications include:
A Master / Slave (Main Sub) FACP arrangement (MFACP / SFACP)
A Peer to Peer System
Use of Data Gathering Panels (DGP’s)
SmartTerminal
SmartGraphics
A Network FireFinder Series II System supports a combination or all these options on a single
network. Each panel on the network is regarded as a “node”. The NETWORK BUS is accessed
using a Network Interface Card. The network configuration determines whether a NIC is required.
Configurations can be;
Master / Sub FACP:Where there is one or more FACP’s configured as local panels then each
report the status of their associated zones/devices to a MFACP. There is no control between local
panels as the MFACP is structured to have full control of the entire system.
Peer to Peer:Each FACP is regarded as a Master FACP and therefore a user can take control of
the entire fire system from any FACP.
Data Gathering Panel:The use of this type of panel may be installed where there is a need to have
field terminations only at one location and all control is performed by an FACP that is remotely
located.
SmartTerminal: Provide the user with the ability to monitor the status of designated areas or an
entire site as well as execute specific interrogation tasks.
SmartGraphics: Is an active graphics system connected to the FireFinder Series II.

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MAIN CPU BOARD
27VDC (CN16) IN
UP TO 3 ADDITIONAL SLAVE CPU's (302-669) CAN BE PLUGGED INTO THE MAIN BOARD.
* FRONT KEYPAD
* INDICATOR BOARD
PROGRAMMING DEBUG I/O PORT
CN2 CN2CN2
MAIN CONTROL CARD
CN11
CN17
CN16
CN7
CN1
CN8
BACKLIGHT
MODEM
#1 PANEL BOARDS ARE CONNECTED VIAA 20 WAY RIBBON TO CN1 ON A SLAVE CPU
SLAVE CPU 2
SLAVE CPU 3
SLAVE CPU 4
CN1
CN1
CN1
CN4
CN3
+ -
+-
CN5
CN10 CN7
RESET SW1
BZ1
LK2
BUZZER ENABLE
CN21
CN20
* BRIGADE / PSU MONITOR BOARD
CN7
CN5
* LOOP TERMINATION BOARD No 1
CN1
SLAVE CPU 1 O/P I/P
J4
* INTERNAL PRINTER
- 27V In +
CN1
CN2
NOTE: * SEE THE DEDICATED SECTIONS OF THIS MANUAL FOR CONNECTIONS TO THESE BOARDS
RS485
SPARE
CN1
CN6
CN1
SW3
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
a b c
* CONVENTIONAL ZONE BOARD
CN18
* LOOP TERMINATION BOARD No 2
CN1
CN3 CN2
Figure 6: Basic FACP Configuration

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4Placing The Basic System Into Operation
4.1 Unpacking
Carefully unpack the FireFinder.
The package should include:
FireFinder SERIES II Fire Alarm Control Panel
An Operators manual
4.2 Anti-Static Precautions
To prevent damage to components, modules and boards, anti-static precautions MUST be observed
while performing any task within the FACP. The same applies to those situated in the field
4.3 Working On The System
Prior to unplugging any connector, connecting or disconnecting any wiring, removing or replacing
any module or board, ensure that both the Mains and Batteries have been isolated to prevent
damage to panel components.
4.4 The Cabinet
Features:
The cabinet is available in four different styles. Each style has the capability of being either
surface or flush mounted. With flush mounting though a surround is required.
Normally painted Signal Red. Other colours are available on request.
The inner and outer door hinges are mounted on the left-hand side of the cabinet which
allow the doors open to an angle of 100º. Locking is normally keyless though keyed entry is
available on request.
Knockouts are positioned at the top and rear of the cabinet to simplify cable entry. The larger
range of cabinets use a removable gland plate to allow for the greater amount of cabling
4.5 Mounting The Cabinet
Note: It is recommended the cabinet should be installed in a clean, dry, vibration-free area.
Open the front door. Use the keyhole mounting holes in the top corners and in the lower middle of
the unit to mount it on the wall. Cables to connect the system to its external actuating devices are
brought in through the knockouts on the top or bottom of the cabinet.
R 6mm.
12 mm
Tap lightly around the
rim of the knockout
3 mm
Figure 7: Example FireFinder Back Pan Mounting Hole & Removing Knockouts

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4.6 Operational Parameters
GENERAL
Communication Protocol
AMPAC XP95 / Discovery
Max No of Devices per Loop
126
Max No of Devices per FACP
512
Max No of Devices per Conventional Zone
32
Cable Loop Characteristics
2 core. 1.5 to 2.5mm² Max loop resistance 50Ω.
Max core to core capacitance 0.5uF
Max/Min conductors sizes terminals can
accept
0.2 –4mm²
POWER SUPPLY
Power Supply Output Voltage
27.4V
Power Supply Output Current
5.6Amp
Power Supply Input
85 - 264VAC (47 –63Hz)
Panel Current Draw
240 mA (min 1 loop fitted)
310 mA (min 4 loops fitted)
Minimum Operating Voltage
19.2 V
Battery Type & Capacity
Note: A greater range of batteries can be
supplied if using a remote battery cabinet
2 x 12V sealed lead-acid
CP10-1 = 12AH
CP10-4 = 24AH
ENVIROMENTAL
Temperature
-5ºC to + 55ºC
Humidity
25% to 75%
IP Rating
IP30
MECHANICAL
Material
1.2mm Steel
Finish
RED powder coat
Dimensions CP10-1
500mm (H) x 405mm (W) x 140mm (D)
Dimensions CP10-4
840mm (H) x 515mm (W) x 140mm (D)
Note: Except for the batteries component life expectancy is in the order of 15 years. Battery life
will depend on the environment and the quality of the battery.
Note: Short Circuit Isolation should be provided on the analogue loop in appropriate places so
that a short circuit on the loop does not prevent more than 32 fire detectors from indicating an alarm.
Note: A separate cabinet for the batteries is available should the FACP be optioned to
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4.7 Cabling Recommendations
Conventional Zones
Cabled in red Twin Plastic Sheath (TPS), Fire rated Radox or approved equivalent.
Analogue Loop
Two core cable. The minimum cable size is 0.75mm2, the maximum loop resistance is 50 ohms and
the maximum loop distance is 2km.
RS 485 Network
Single twisted pair screened (2 core) cable originating from FACP extending through the protected
areas and returning to the FACP.
Cable Specifications
Capacitance of 100 Pico farads per metre or less
Resistance of 100 milliohms per metre or less
Impedance of loop typical 100 to 120 ohms
Maximum distances between modules 1.2km providing cable meets above specifications.
Recommended cable type
Belden 8132 or 9842 (non fire rated)
Radox FR Communication 0.75mm 1 pair (fire rated) x 2
SmartTerminal
Single twisted pair shielded cable (2 core) plus 2 core power, or local supply. Maximum distance
between from the last SmartTerminal and the FACP is 1.2km.
LED Mimic (RS485)
Single twisted shielded cable (No return loop) plus 2 core power or local supply.
Maximum distance between each LED repeater card and FACP is 1.2km.
Recommended Cable Type
Hartland HC2335
Belden 9841
Radox FR Communication
Fire Alarm Bell Connection
Two core 1.5mm2PVC sheathed MIMS (Mineral Insulated Metal Sheathed) to the bell location.
Brigade Connection via Telecom
Two core 1.5mm² PVC sheathed MIMS from the FACP to the Telecom MDF.
RJ45 Multi-drop Serial Port
8 core Flat cable

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4.8 Power Supplies and AC Mains Installation
Generally the AC Mains will be connected to either a 2 Amp, 5 Amp or 18Amp 27 volt supply. These
supplies will be either mounted in the upper or lower right hand corner of the cabinet with the
Brigade Board mounted above or below. The wiring should enter the cabinet through the nearest
knockout entry hole on that side. See the following diagrams for the actual wiring and fusing details
for each supply.
Common Power Supply Features & Specifications
High efficiency, low working temp.
High efficiency; low ripple noise
Universal AC input/ full range
Soft start with limiting AC surge current
Short circuit/ over load
Built in EMI Filter and PFC Circuit
Remote control on/off (option)
Over voltage protection
Over temp. protection (option)
Input Voltage:
85 to 264 VAC
Tolerance at 27V
+/- 1%
Input Freq
47 to 63Hz.
Load Regulation
+/- 0.5%
PFC
0.95~230VAC
Line Regulation
+/- 0.5%
Power Supply Specifications
Type No
Output
Tolerance
R & N
Efficiency
SP-150-27
27V @ 5.6A
1%
150mV
84%
4.8.1 Connecting the Mains Earth
All earth cabling shall be terminated to the panel Chassis Earth Terminal in a star configuration.
The earth cable closest to the cabinet body shall have an M4 SPW beneath the lug then an M4 SPW
and M4 nut.
Each additional earth cable shall be terminated with an M4 SPW and M4 nut.
An additional M4 nut and M4 SPW are fitted to the Chassis Earth Terminal for installers to connect
their Mains Earth.
M4 Shake Proof Washer
M4 Shake Proof Washer
CHASSIS EARTH TERMINAL
M4 Nut
Earth Cable
Earth Cable
M4 Nut
M4 Shake Proof Washer *
M4 Nut *
Note:
* Extra M4 Nut and M4 SPW are
provided finger tight on the Earth bolt.
Figure 8: Panel Earthing

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4.8.2 Connecting the Mains Power to the Power Supply
5 AMP Power Supply
Output Voltage: is set to 27.4 Volts.
Mains cable should be no less than 0.75mm
POWER CABLE
BROWN (ACTIVE)
BLUE
(NEUTRAL)
TO EARTH
TERMINAL
DC 27V TO PANEL
EARTH
(GREEN)
FUSE BLOCK
V ADJ
L(AC) N(AC) -V -V +V +V
+
(AC)
BLACK RED
Fuse is under this cover
TO FRONT
DOOR EARTH
TERMINALS
NOTE THE ORIENTATION
OF THE FUSE BLOCK IS
DIFFERENT
FOR THE SP1 AND SP8
Figure 9: Mains Power Connection to the 5 AMP Power Supply

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4.9 Brigade / PSU Monitor Board
The Brigade / PSU Monitor Board monitors and controls the power supply, battery charging,
monitored / un-monitored inputs, outputs and the 7 relay outputs.
Providing the Power supply has adequate capacity, monitored Bell/Sounder O/P’s are capable of
driving 2 X 2Amp circuits. Each circuit terminated in a bell/sounder or not, requires a 10KΩEOL
resistor to give a system normal indication if monitoring is enabled in ConfigManager. If either circuit
is open or shorted, the panel buzzer will sound and a Sounder Fault will be indicated on the Panel.
Monitoring is achieved using a small reverse polarity current. For this reason it is necessary to
ensure that all alarm devices are fitted with a series diode (1N4004 recommended) and correct
polarity is observed for both the output and the sounders they are connected to.
Relay outputs marked NO, C and NC are voltage free relay contacts. Outputs marked +ve and -ve
are fitted with resistors (10KΩ) to allow the circuit to be monitored. If these outputs are un-used they
must be terminated at the terminal block or turned off in ConfigManager.
For all outputs combined, total output current is 2A (if 2A power supply is being used).
Once all the field devices are installed and the wiring has been correctly terminated the FireFinder is
ready to turn on. Turn the Mains power on, and connect the batteries observing correct polarity. The
green power on LED should be illuminated.
OUTPUT RATINGS
TB
Function
Type of Output
Fuse
Relay
3
Sounder 1.1
2 Amp Fused
F2
RL 1
Sounder 1.2
2 Amp Fused
F3
RL 1
4
F.A.R.E Monitored
1 Amp Fused
F4
F.A.R.E Non-Monitored
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL2
5
Sounder 2 Monitored
1 Amp Fused
F5
Spare Non-Monitored
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL3
6
F.W.R.E Monitored
1 Amp Fused
F6
F.W.R.E Non-Monitored
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL 4
7
Disable
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL 6
8
Alarm
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL 5
9
Valve Monitor
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL 8
10
Batt Fail
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
RL 7
1
Battery Output
Thermistor Protected
2
Aux Power Output
1 Amp Fused Not Monitored
F7
Aux Power Output
1 Amp Fused Not Monitored
F8
Fuse Information
1. All fuses are of the Glass M205 style.
2. F1 is 6.3A
3. Voltage Free contacts are rated at 1A @ 30V
Back EMF Protection
Inductive loads fitted to the Brigade PSU Monitor Board MUST be fitted with
“Flyback”diodes at the load for back EMF protection.
Transient Protection
Recognised transient line protection methodologies at the FACP and the load MUST
be considered when connecting any control devices to the outputs be they in close or remote
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Aux
Power
O/P
Disable Relay
Alarm Relay
NO C NC
+ -+ -
NO C NC
Batt Fail Relay
Valve Mon Relay
+ IN - + BAT -
302-6730
+ -
F6
RL4
TB2
CN5
TB1
RL7
RL5
RL6
CN6
TB6
CN1
CN2
RL8
TB11
F1
6.3A
CN3
TB8
TB7
TB10
TB9
///
NO
NC
C
RL1
RL2
+ -
F.W.R.E.
NO C NC
+ -
NO C NCNO C NCNO C NC
To CN7 of the Main
Controller Board
- + -- + -- + -
CN1, 2, 3 Supplies
Regulated +27VDC
to Internal Boards
+27VDC
from PSU
Note: NC C NO
Denotes Voltage
Free Contacts
NC = Normally Closed
C = Common
NO = Normally Open
TB4
TB5
Monitored
Un-monitored
Monitored
EOL
Required
EOL
Required
Monitored
EOL
Required
Monitored
EOL
Required
C
NC
NO
NO C NC
Un-monitored
Un-monitored
Not Used
Sndr 1.2
Sounder 1.1
++
-
TB3
EOL
10K
Ohms
EOL
10K
Ohms
Sounder 2
Sounder 2
F.A.R.E.
Door Switch DBA
MCP
Battery 2
12Volts
Battery 1
12 Volts
+--
+
-
F3 2A
Sounder 1.2
Sounder 1.1
F2 2A
F4 1A
F.A.R.E. Mon.
Sounder 2
F5 1A
F8 1A
F7 1A
Aux Power
O/P 1 & 2
1A
F6
Figure 10: Brigade / PSU Monitor Board Layout
Note: When connecting to the Brigade PSU Monitor board transient and “Flyback” (Back EMF)
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4.9.1 Battery Connections (TB1)
A FireFinder requires two (2) 12 volt batteries. The batteries should be placed into the bottom right
hand side of the cabinet. A red and black lead coming from TB1 on the Brigade Board will be clearly
seen in the same area, this lead is to be connected to the batteries red to positive and black to
negative once the system is operating on Mains supply. Battery size is dependant on system
configuration and can vary from 12 AHr to over 100 AHr.
+27VDC
FROM PSU
TB1 is located on the bottom
right hand side of the board
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
Battery 2
12Volts
Battery 1
12 Volts
+--
+
TB1
C14
M20
+ BAT -+ IN -
Figure 11: Battery Connections to the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board
4.9.2 Auxiliary 27 Volt Power (TB2)
Two (2) 1 Amp outputs are available from TB2 terminals 1+ (plus) and 2- (minus) or 3+ and 4- on the
Brigade Board. It is important to note these outputs are not monitored.
2 X FUSED 1A
AUX POWER
OUTPUTS
TB2 is located in the middle of the
left hand side of the board
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
C27
TB2
+ -
1A
1A
+ -
F7
F8
Figure 12: Auxiliary 27VDC Power Output
4.9.3 Bell / Sounder Monitored Outputs (TB3 & TB5)
Bell and Sounders are connected to the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board as shown below.
Sndr 1.2
Sounder 1.1
TB3
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
EOL
10K
Ohms
Un-used O/P's must
be terminated in
10K Ohms EOL
+ - + -
TB3 is located on the top
left hand side of the board
1N4004 or similar
Note:
Outputs are fused
@ 2Amps ( F2, F3 )
Figure 13 Connecting a Bell / Sounders TB3
F.A.R.E.
TB5
TB4
Brigade/PSU
Monitor Board
EOL
10K
Ohms
Warning
System
EOL
10K
Ohms
NO C NC
+ -
NO C NC
+ -
TB4 & 5 are located on the top
left hand side of the board
Note:
1. NO C NC are 1A voltage free contacts
2. + / - are monitored / fused 1A outputs
Un-used O/P's must be terminated in
10K Ohms EOL
Fused by F5
& monitored
Fused by F4
& monitored
Figure 14: Connecting a Bell / Sounders TB5