Ampac FireFinder PLUS Instruction Manual

FireFinder PLUS

FIRE BRIGADE RESPONSE GUIDE
Responding to a Fire
Access Level 1
The indicator will be illuminated. The applicable zone
indicator will also be illuminated if a Zone Board is installed otherwise details of the Loop, Sensor and
Zones in alarm are displayed on the LCD as follows.
FIRST ALARM: L1 D1 Z1 15:31
D.DSC:Loop 1 Sensor 1
Z.DCS:Zone 1
LAST ALARM: L4 D49 Z5 15:31
D.DSC:Loop 4 Sensor 49
Z.DCS:Zone 5 Depend C
PRESS PREVIOUS/NEXT TO VIEW OTHER ALARMS
AC:2Z ALM:5 PALM:0 FLT:0 DIS:0
This control is used to silence the local buzzer. Pressing this button will silence the
panel buzzer, which sounds whenever there is a fire alarm or fault. The sound for a fire
alarm is a steady sound where as for a fault it is intermittent.
Access Level 2 –Default Access level when the door is opened.
When the alarm devices are active (FACP is in the fire condition), activating this
control will silence all alarms excluding the External Alarm device.
Activating the control again, will resound the previously silenced alarm devices.
If a new alarm is recognised whilst the alarm devices are “silenced”, then all alarm devices shall
resound.
Note: If Delays to Outputs have been configured, to investigate the delayed Alarm condition press the
“Next” button and “Enter” button.
Previous and Next controls are used to scroll the events on the
LCD. The events being displayed depends on the current
selected view, ie Zone Mode or Device Mode.
When the “SEVERAL ALARMS” indicator is illuminated, then
multiple fire alarms are present on the FACP. In order to view
the alarms the PREVIOUS and NEXT controls are used.
A Zone or Device can be disabled when in an Alarm or Fault condition by pressing the
Disable button.
Note: The Alarm condition takes precedence and no alarms must be present for using
this button to disable faults.
**Note: The “Disable” button will not clear the Fire Alarm condition. A subsequent “Reset” operation is
required to clear the Fire Alarm condition as per the requirements of AS4428-3:2010 clause 2.2.10.
This control is used to reset the FACP from the fire condition and to clear the system
fault indicator.
When using the Reset button to clear a fire condition, alarm devices must have been
silenced first by means of Alarms Silence / Resound control.

FIRE BRIGADE RESPONSE GUIDE
Disabling a Zone / Device
Zone Disablement:
Press
FIREFINDER 17/10/2013 09:00:00
ZONE:______
SELECT ZONE NO. THEN TO OR DISPLAY OR
ZONE/DEVICE DISABLE/ENABLE KEY
AC:2Z ALM:0 PALM:0 FLT:0 DIS:0
then Press for Zone 1 selection. Now Press the .
FIREFINDER 17/12/2012 09:00:00
ZONE:1
0:FULL ENABLE 1:FULL DISABLE
AC:2Z ALM:0 PALM:0 FLT:0 DIS:0
Then select to Disable the Zone.
Device Disablement:
Press the then enter Loop number, Press then enter device number.
FIREFINDER 17/10/2013 09:00:00
LOOP:1 DEVICE:1
SELECT DEVICE NO. THEN TO OR DISPLAY OR
ZONE/DEVICE DISABLE/ENABLE KEY
AC:2Z ALM:0 PALM:0 FLT:0 DIS:0
Now Press the .
In either case the Disable LED will illuminate and the screen will display the
disabled information
Loop 1 Sensor 1 MCP
L1 D1 Z1
STAT:NORMAL /DISB
ZONES DISABLES 1 of 1
AC:2Z ALM:0 PALM:0 FLT:0 DIS:1

FIRE BRIGADE RESPONSE GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page No.
1About This Manual........................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................1
1.2 General Requirements .....................................................................................1
1.3 References.......................................................................................................1
1.4 Symbols...........................................................................................................1
2Introduction...................................................................................................................2
2.1 System Overview.............................................................................................2
2.2 Key Features....................................................................................................2
2.3 Compliance......................................................................................................3
2.4 FACP Configuration Examples.........................................................................4
3FireFinder PLUS Description........................................................................................5
4Placing The Basic System Into Operation ...................................................................7
4.1 Unpacking........................................................................................................7
4.2 Anti-Static Precautions.....................................................................................7
4.3 Working on the System ....................................................................................7
4.4 The Cabinet .....................................................................................................7
4.5 Cabling Recommendations...............................................................................8
4.6 Power Supplies and AC Mains Installation......................................................10
4.6.1 Connecting the Mains Earth.............................................................10
4.6.2 Connecting 5 AMP Power Supply....................................................10
4.7 CORRECT Power Up / Turn “ON” Procedure..................................................11
4.8 Brigade / PSU Monitor Board..........................................................................11
4.8.1 Battery Connections ........................................................................13
4.8.2 Auxiliary 27 Volt Power....................................................................13
4.8.3 Monitored Inputs..............................................................................14
4.8.4 Monitored Outputs...........................................................................15
4.8.5 Relay Output Connections...............................................................16
4.10 Main Board.....................................................................................................18
4.11 Front Panel Board..........................................................................................19
4.12 Main CPU.......................................................................................................20
4.13 Slave CPU.....................................................................................................21
4.14 Addressable Dual Loop Termination Board.....................................................22
4.14.1 Detector loop Isolator Installation.....................................................23
4.14.2 Loop Isolator calculator....................................................................23
4.14.3 Loop Open / Short Circuit. ...............................................................23
5FireFinder PLUS Control Panel ..................................................................................24
5.1 System Controls.............................................................................................24
5.2 System Indicators...........................................................................................28
6Functions And Menus.................................................................................................31
6.1 The Default LCD Display................................................................................31
6.2 LCD Contrast .................................................................................................31
6.3 Accessing Functions and Menus ....................................................................31
6.4 Function Menu and Access Levels .................................................................32
6.4.1 Forgotten Passwords.......................................................................32
7The Main Menu............................................................................................................33
7.1 Alarms............................................................................................................33
7.2 Stage 1 Alarms...............................................................................................33
7.3 Pre-Alarms.....................................................................................................34
7.4 Faults.............................................................................................................34
7.5 Disables.........................................................................................................35
7.6 Walk Tests.....................................................................................................35
7.7 Status.............................................................................................................36

7.8 Tools..............................................................................................................40
7.9 Setup.............................................................................................................41
7.10 About .............................................................................................................42
8The Function Menu .....................................................................................................43
8.1 Date...............................................................................................................43
8.2 Time...............................................................................................................43
8.3 Day/Night.......................................................................................................44
8.4 Logs...............................................................................................................44
8.5 TESTS...........................................................................................................45
8.6 I/O..................................................................................................................46
8.7 Global ............................................................................................................47
8.8 Passwords (Level III)......................................................................................48
8.9 Programming..................................................................................................49
8.9.1 Conv (Conventional) Zone...............................................................49
8.9.2 Device.............................................................................................50
8.9.3 Input................................................................................................51
8.9.4 Output.............................................................................................51
8.9.5 Panel Based MCP...........................................................................51
8.9.6 Sub Address....................................................................................51
8.9.7 Zone programming..........................................................................51
8.9.8 Extra Devices Detected ...................................................................53
8.9.9 Mismatch Detected..........................................................................53
9Incoming Fire Alarm Signal ........................................................................................54
10 Accessing a Loop, Device or Zone.............................................................................55
11 Modem / Programming / Debug Interfacing...............................................................56
12 Expanding the FACP with Compatible FireFinder PLUS Boards..............................57
12.1 Ancillary Services...........................................................................................57
12.2 Compatible FireFinder PLUS Boards..............................................................57
12.3 Expansion Board............................................................................................58
12.4 8 Zone Conventional Board............................................................................59
12.5 16 Zone and 32 Zone Indicator Modules.........................................................60
12.6 8 Way Switch and Indicator Module................................................................61
12.7 Zone Disable and Indicator Module.................................................................62
12.8 16 Way Input Board........................................................................................63
12.9 8 Way Relay Board ........................................................................................64
12.9.1 Internal Relay Board........................................................................64
12.9.2 Remote Relay Board .......................................................................65
12.10 8 Way Sounder Board....................................................................................66
12.11 4 Way Fire Fan Module..................................................................................67
12.12 4 Way Fan Termination Board........................................................................68
12.13 Bargraph Display Card...................................................................................69
12.13.1 Mechanical......................................................................................69
12.13.2 Front Panel Decal............................................................................69
12.13.3 Front Panel Controls........................................................................69
12.14 Communications Extender Board ...................................................................70
12.15 SmartTerminal................................................................................................70
12.15.1 Overview.........................................................................................70
12.15.2 Mechanical......................................................................................71
12.15.3 Installation & Cabling.......................................................................72
12.15.4 Setting the SmartTerminal Address..................................................72
12.15.5 Operation ........................................................................................73
12.15.6 SmartTerminal Controls and Indicators............................................74
12.15.7 SmartTerminal Screen Format.........................................................74
12.16 Agent Release Control ...................................................................................77
12.16.1 Operation ........................................................................................77
12.16.2 Agent Release Module ....................................................................80
12.16.3 Local Control Station .......................................................................81

12.16.4 Agent Release Termination Board...................................................84
12.16.5 Interface Wiring ...............................................................................85
12.16.6 Warning Signs.................................................................................86
12.17 Occupant Warning Systems ...........................................................................90
12.17.1 Amplifier Board (25W and 50W).......................................................90
12.17.2 Front Panel Switch and Indicator Module.........................................91
12.17.3 Panel Interfacing..............................................................................92
12.18 Printer............................................................................................................93
12.18.1 Indicators and Buttons.....................................................................93
12.18.2 Maintenance....................................................................................94
12.18.3 Printer Connections and Jumpering.................................................96
12.18.4 Printer 5 Volt Power Supply.............................................................96
13 Expanding the System –Networking.........................................................................97
13.1 Networking.....................................................................................................97
13.2 Network Interface Card...................................................................................97
14 High Level Interfacing.................................................................................................99
14.1 High Level Interface Expander (BRD43SPB)..................................................99
14.2 High Level Interface Expander (BRD43HLI)..................................................101
14.2.1 SmartView Graphics......................................................................101
15 Certification Information...........................................................................................102
16 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chart.................................................................103
16.1 Maintenance ................................................................................................103
16.2 Troubleshooting FireFinder PLUS.................................................................104
17 Compatible Devices..................................................................................................105
18 Address Setting.........................................................................................................107
19 Glossary of Terms.....................................................................................................108
20 Definitions .................................................................................................................109
21 Specifications............................................................................................................110
22 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE......................................................................................112
23 Statement of Compliance..........................................................................................113
23.1 Installation Details........................................................................................115
24 Commissioning Test Report.....................................................................................116
24.1 Procedure ....................................................................................................117
24.2 System Information ......................................................................................117

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1About This Manual
1.1 Introduction
This manual contains all the information required to install, commission and operate the FireFinder
PLUS Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and is only available to and for the use of personnel engaged
in its installation, commissioning and operation.
1.2 General Requirements
The FireFinder PLUS 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 PLUS 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
ConfigManager PLUS: Operation Manual
Apollo: Detector / Device Manuals
Ampac: Product Data Sheets
Australian Standard:
AS7240 - 2: 2004 Control and Indicating Equipment
AS7240 - 4: 2004 Power Supply Equipment
AS4428 - 3: 2010 Fire Brigade Panel
1.4 Symbols
Important operational information
Note: Configuration considerations
Observe antistatic precautions
Mains supply earth
DANGER mains supply present

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2Introduction
2.1 System Overview
The purpose of the FireFinder PLUS Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) is to monitor changes in
inputs, report those changes and update selected outputs as programmed.
2.2 Key Features
The FireFinder PLUS panel is capable of supporting:
➢Apollo Discovery and XP95 Intelligent Detectors, Multisensor, Photoelectric, Ionisation,
Thermal (heat) and CO detectors.
➢Conventional two wire zone detector circuits
➢Multiple input/outputs
➢Agent Release
➢Fan Control
➢High Level Interfaces
➢SmartGraphics
➢EV3000 –Early Warning System
➢Nurse Call
➢SmartTerminal
➢Remote LED mimics
➢Peer to Peer networking
➢Master Slave (Main - Sub) networking
➢Main panel plus Data Gathering Panels networking
Figure 1: Typical Application

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2.3 Compliance
The FireFinder PLUS FACP is approved to AS7240 –2 & 4 and AS4428 –3:2010 and includes the
following ‘Optional requirements’ as defined by AS7240-2:2004:
➢7.8 Output to fire alarm devices
➢7.9.1 Output to fire alarm routing equipment
➢7.9.2 Input from fire alarm routing equipment
➢7.10.1 Output type A to fire protection equipment
➢7.11.1 Delays to outputs –configuration of delays (for item C)
➢7.11.2 Delays to outputs –control of delays (for item C)
➢7.12.1 Dependency Type A
➢7.12.2 Dependency Type B
➢7.12.3 Dependency Type C
➢9.3 Fault signals from points
➢9.9 Output to fault warning routing equipment
➢10 Disable condition
➢10.5 Disablement of addressable points
➢11 Test condition
➢ZB Alarm Acknowledgement Facility
➢ZD Ancillary Control function
The FireFinder PLUS PSE includes the following ‘Optional requirement’ as defined by AS7240-
4:2004:
➢5.5 Battery function check

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2.4 FACP Configuration Examples
OPTIONALNETWORKINGBOARDS
NETWORK INTERFACE CARD
NOTE: POSITION MAY VARYAS SHOWN
AND IS FOR INDICATION ONLY.
TYPICALFRONTDOORLAYOUTFORAFULLY POPULATEDPANEL
NOTE: PANELLAYOUTMAY VARYDEPENDINGON CLIENTCONFIGURATION
MAINCONTROLBOARD
FRONTPANELCONTROL
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
BRIGADEI/F
FRONTPANELEXPANSIONLEDS
EXPANSIONPANEL
MODEM
27V IN
PRINTER
PSUMONITOR
LOOP COMMS
1
+
CN1
CN2
1
SLAVECPU
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
CH8
CN1
CN2
1
SLAVECPU
SLAVECPU
U15
CN2
a b c
U11
U10
U14
U13
CPUBOARD
PRINTER PSU
C/WCABLE
+ -
BRIGADE
O/PTERM
BOARD
EARTH
STUD
MAINS
SWITCH
POWER
SUPPLY
UNIT
CABINET BACKPAN VIEW
SHOWING MODULES FITTED
TOTHE BACKPAN
AND WIRINGDETAILS
TOBATTERIES
DANGER
240V
CN1CN3
2 LOOPTERMINATION BOARD
L2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35V
L2+L1-
B
L2+L1-
A EXT
+35V EXT
+35V
SERIALRELAY
BRDOR
AGENTTERMBRD
OR
FANTERMBRD
POWER
CN4
CN2 TX1
POWER
ZD7
CN2
CN1
CN3
L(AC) N(AC)
-V -V +V +V
(AC)
ACTIVE NEUTRAL
GROUND
-VE
HPCI
SGD
AUXOUT1 AUXOUT 2
+-
N/CCN/O N/O
E.BOARD CONTROL
BAT+
BAT- +27V
0V
E.BOARD SW.POWER
CN1
TB10
CN3
RELAY 4
N/CCN/O N/CCN/ON/CCN/O RELAY3
RELAY 2
RELAY 1
+-
POWER
O/Ps
+VE
NETWORK
INTERFACE
BOARD
COMMS
TXOU TRXOUT
TXINRX IN
POWER
MAINBOARDINTERFACE
+
RESET +
-
SHD SHD
-
COMMSIN COMMSOUT
HEARTBEA T
ACTIVE
MASTER
26/07/2010
BRD86NIC1-
SHIELD
LINK
ISOLATED
CN4
ZD11
SW1
D16
D6
C5 C4
CN3
CN1
CN5 CN6
D13 D14
D1
D2
D12
LK1
R3
SW3
TB2
ZD2
ZD1
ZD13
N1236
D11
TB1
20 WAY
10 WAY
3 WAY
16 WAY
26 WAY
X- PRINTER
C/WMOUNTING
PLATE.
FANCONTROL,
AGENT RELEASE,
OWS CONTROLOR
SWITCH&INDICATOR
Figure 2: Typical Example of a SP1M/SP1X Layout
FRONT DOOR AND FRONT INNER DOOR REAR VIEW SHOWING
INSTALLED BOARDS ON FRONTINNER DOORAND WIRING DETAILS
CABINETBACKPANVIEW
SHOWING MODULES FITTED TO THE BACKPAN
ANDWIRINGDETAILS
BRIGADE
PSUMON.
BOARD
MAINCONTROLBOARD
FRONTPANELCONTROL
TO BATTERIES
2 LOOPTERMINATION
BOARDs
CN8
CN1
CN6
CN5
CN7
CH15
CH2
CN10
BRIGADEI/F
PRINTER
PSUMONITOR
BLANK
SLAVECPU4
EARTH
STUD
EXPANSION BOARD
SLAVECPU3
SLAVECPU2
SLAVECPU
6
NOTE: WIRING MAYVARYDUETO
CLIENTPANELCONFIGURATION
CH15
CPUBOARD
SLAVECPU
7
SLAVECPU
8
MAINS
INPUT
CABINET
L(AC) N(AC)
-V -V +V +V
(AC)
POWER
SUPPLY
UNIT
ANCILLARIES or
HOUSING BLANKS
AGENTRELEASE
MODULEOR
FIREFANCONTROL
MODULE
CN1CN3
AGENTTERMBRDOR
8 ZONE BRD OR
FANTERMBRD
ZD7
CN2
MAINS
SWITCH
DANGER
240V
GENERAL
INDICATOR
CARD
BLANK
SLAVECPU
5
HPCI
POWEROK
SGD
AUXOUT 1 AUX OUT 2
+-N/CCN/O N/C
C
N/O 1+ 1- 2+ 2- 3+ 3- 4+ 4- 2+ 3+ 4+C
E.BO ARD CO NTROL
COMMS. COMMS.
BAT+
BAT- +27V
0V
COMMSFAIL
1+
E.BO ARD SW. PO WER
CN11
CN10
CN1
TB10
CN3
CN10
RS485
COMMS.
IN
CN11
RS485
COMMS.
OUT
RELAY4 RELAY5 MONITOREDOUTPUTS
N/CCN/O N/CCN/ON/CCN/O RELAY3
RELAY2
RELAY1
+-
POWER
O/Ps
BATT
MONITOREDINPUTS
NETWORK
INTERFACE
BOARD
COMMS
TXOUTRXOUT
TXINRXIN
POWER
MAINBOARDINTERFACE
+
RESET +
-
SHD SHD
-
COMMSIN COMMSOUT
HEARTBEAT
ACTIVE
MASTER
26/07/2010
BRD86NIC1-
SHIELD
LINK
ISOLATED
CN4
ZD11
SW1
D16
D6
C5 C4
CN3
CN1
CN5 CN6
D13 D14
D1
D2
D12
LK1
R3
SW3
TB2
ZD2
ZD1
ZD13
N1236
D11
TB1
20 WAY
10 WAY
3 WAY
3 WAY
20 WAY
16 WAY
ACTIVE NEUTRAL GROUND -VE +VE
RJ45/8 PIN
RJ45/8 PIN
X- PRINTER
C/WMOUNTING
PLATE.
Figure 3: Typical Example of a SP8 Layout

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3FireFinder PLUS 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 PLUS 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 PLUS FACP. A single Controller without an expansion board has the
capacity to interface to four (4) Slave CPU’s modules. These Slave CPU’s can be used for Loop
Termination Boards.
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 to interface to loops 2 - 4. 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 Loop’s an Expansion Board is required. This
board contains Slave CPU No. 5 and expansion sockets for three more to interface to loops 6 - 8. This
configuration allows for a maximum number of 8 Slave CPU’s that any one Controller can
accommodate.
OUT
BUZZER
INHIBIT
BUZZER
RS485 EOL
+5V
0V
PRINTER 27V
TERMINATION BOARD
1
NODE ADDRESS NETWORK LOOP
COMMS
PSU MONITOR
PRINTER
RESET
27V IN
COMMS1
RS232/MODEM
(BOTTOM) EXPANSION PANEL EXPANSION LEDS
FRONT PANEL
BRIGADE I/F
23
4
BACKLIGHT
EXPANSION
EXTRA CONTROLS
KEY SWITCH
EXPANSION
SLAVE 2
SLAVE 3
SLAVE 4
MODULE
MODULE
COMMS2 RS232 (TOP)
RS232
COMMS 2
CN26
CN8
CN27
CN11
CN23
CN17
CN13 CN15
CN10
CN4
87654321
SW2
CN18
CN14
CN9
CN16
CN7
CN2 CN5
+
BZ1
SW1
CN3 CN1
LK3
CN20
LK2
CN6
CN100
DEBUG
CN2
LK1
TP1
7
68
CN5
CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4
DEBUG
CN2
LK1
TP1
DEBUG
CN2
LK1
TP1
DEBUG
CN2
LK1
TP1
DEBUG
CN2
LK1
TP1
DEBUG
CN2
LK1
TP1
MAIN BOARD
MAIN CPU
SLAVE CPU 4 SLAVE CPU 3 SLAVE CPU 2
SLAVE CPU 6 SLAVE CPU 7 SLAVE CPU 8
RS485 COMMS TO
BACKPAN BOARDS
LOOP COMMS
EXTERNAL LOOP
COMMUNICATION
CONNECTS TO NIC
NODE ADDRESS
THE MAIN BOARD
IS FITTED WITH
SLAVE CPU 1
CN10 TO LOOP
TERMINATION BRD
27VDC IN
INTERNAL PRINTER
O/P
TO FRONT KEYPAD
(NOT USED IF THE
PANEL IS A NODE
WITHIN THE SAME
PANEL)
KEYSWITCH
AND EXTRA
CONTROLS
INTERNAL SERIAL
COMMS PORT
EXPANSION LED'S (CN3)
RS485 COMMS TO
FRONT DOOR BRDS
CN21
AN EXPANSION BOARD (BRD86FEPB) CAN BE CONNECTED
TO FACILITATE UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL SLAVE CPU'S IF REQ
SLAVE CPU 5
ON BOARD
20 WAY
RIBBON
US B
CN25
USB
DEBUG
COMMS 3
Figure 4: Single Controller Board with Expansion Board

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FireFinder PLUS has an internal RS485 communication bus that allows for various ancillary boards
(add on modules) to be connect to the panel. These boards can be used to control and monitor field
plant equipment or the addition of an agent release module.
Where the system design exceeds the capability of one FireFinder PLUS then other FireFinder
PLUS 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 PLUS 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 (BRD86NIC). 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 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: Provides 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 PLUS.

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4Placing The Basic System Into Operation
4.1 Unpacking
Carefully unpack the FireFinder PLUS.
The package should include:
✓FireFinder PLUS Fire Alarm Control Panel
✓A CD containing this “Installation and Commissioning” manual
✓003 keys
4.2 Anti-Static Precautions
To prevent damage to components, modules and boards, anti-static precautions MUST be observed
while performing any task within the FACP. The same applies to those situated in the field.
4.3 Working on the System
Prior to unplugging any connector, connecting or disconnecting any wiring, removing
or replacing any module or board, ensure that both the Mains and Batteries have been isolated
to prevent damage to panel components.
4.4 The Cabinet
Features:
➢The cabinet is available in 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 Surf Mist Ripple. Other colours are available on request.
➢The inner and outer door hinges are mounted on the left-hand side of the cabinet which
allow the doors open to an angle of 100º. A keyed entry is provided
➢Knockouts are positioned on gland plates and a cut out is available on the rear of the
cabinet to simplify cable entry. 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 the two holes along the
bottom 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
R 3 mm
Figure 5: Example SP1 Back Pan Mounting Hole & Removing Knockouts

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4.5 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
Power Supplies / AC Mains
The requirement for the mains supply to the FACP is fixed wiring, using three core cable (no less than
0.75mmand no more than 2.5mm) or a suitable three conductor system, fed from an isolating
switch fuse spur, fused at 3A. This should be secured from unauthorised operation and be marked
'FIRE ALARM: DO NOT SWITCH OFF. The Mains supply must be exclusive to the FACP.

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Important: Under no circumstances should the FireFinder PLUS be operated
without the Power Supply PCB correctly mounted in the enclosure and the retaining screws securely
tightened.
Common Power Supply Features & Specifications
Switch Mode Design
Over voltage protection
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
Remote control on/off (option)
Built in EMI Filter and PFC Circuit
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
PSU1888
27V @ 5.6A
1%
150mV
84%
PSU1890
24V @ 14A
1%
150mV
87%
330-0015
27VDC @ 22A
1%
240mV
86%

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4.6 Power Supplies and AC Mains Installation
Generally the AC Mains will be connected to either a 5 Amp, 14Amp or 22 Amp 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 in close proximity.
The wiring should enter the cabinet through the nearest knockout entry hole on that side.
Refer to Figures 6 - on for the wiring and fusing details for each supply.
4.6.1 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
CHASSISEARTHTERMINAL
M4 Nut Earth Cable
M4 Nut * Extra M4 Nut and M4 SPWare
provided finger tight on the Earth bolt.
Figure 6: Panel Earthing
4.6.2 Connecting 5 AMP Power Supply
Output Voltage: 27.4 Volts.
FUSE Rating: 2 Amp 3AG Slow Blow
Mains Cable: should be no less than 0.75mm
Figure 7: Mains Power Connection to the 5 AMP Power Supply

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4.7 CORRECT Power Up / Turn “ON” Procedure
Once all the field devices are installed and the wiring has been correctly terminated the FireFinder
PLUS is ready to turn on. For reliable power up it is essential the following procedure be followed;
1. Turn the Mains power on, THEN
2. Connect the batteries observing correct polarity.
3. The green power on LED should be illuminated.
4.8 Brigade / PSU Monitor Board
The Brigade / PSU Monitor Board (BRD86BPSC) monitors and controls the power supply, battery
charging, monitored / un-monitored inputs, outputs and the 5 relay outputs.
Connections
TB(x)
Function
Type of Output
TB1
Aux Out x 2
Protected
TB2
Relay 1
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
TB3
Relay 2
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
TB4
Relay 3
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
TB5
Relay 4
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
TB6
Relay 5
1 Amp Voltage Free Contacts
TB7
Monitored Outputs x 4
24Vdc EOL
TB8
Monitored Inputs x 4
Switched Negative, EOL
TB9
Battery Out / 27VDC PSU IN
Protected
TB10
External Board / SW POWER
CN(x)
Function
Type of Output
CN1
JTAG
CN1
SGD
CN3
External Board Controls
CN4-8
Power Out
1 Amp ( protected )
Relay Information
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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Isolate
Relay
Alarm
Relay
Batt Fail
Relay
(Normally
Energised)
Fault
Relay
To CN20 of the Main
Controller Board
CN4 to 8 Supplies
Regulated +27VDC
to Internal Boards
1A / Connector
+27VDC
from PSU
Note: N/C C N/O
Denotes Voltage Free Contacts
N/C = Normally Closed
C = Common
N/O = Normally Open
( EOL Required )
C
N/C
N/O
EOL
10K
Ohms
Warning
System
Alarm
Battery 2
12Volts
Battery 1
12 Volts
+--
+
Bell
Note:
If a diode is NOT fitted
internally to a bell / sounder
a diode MUST be fitted as
shown - fit 1N4004 or similar
2 x AUX OUT
27VDC @ 2A
HPCI
EOL
10K
Ohms
Sounder
( EOL's Required )
POWER OK
22/09/09
SGD
AUX OUT 1 AUX OUT 2
+-
N/CCN/O N/C
C
N/O 1+ 1- 2+ 2- 3+ 3- 4+ 4- 2+ 3+ 4+
C
JTAG
E. BOARD CONTROL
COMMS. COMMS.
ETH
BAT+
BAT- +27V
0V
COMMS FAIL
EOL
1+
E. BOARD SW. POWER
BRD86BPSC4-
EXT TEMP
L9
R103 R108
C36
C34
C35
C56
C58
CN4
CN5
CN6
CN7
CN11
CN10
CN1
CN2
D9
D10
D11
D7
LK1
M2
M11
M1
M4
M12
M3
M6
M13
M5
M8
M14
M7
M10
M15
M9
Q5
R75
RL1 RL2 RL3 RL4 RL5
TB1
TB9
TB8
TB7
TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6
TH4
TH2 TH1
TH7 TH8
U2
U8
U5
U6
U7
ZD8
ZD5
ZD4
ZD1
ZD6
ZD2
ZD7
ZD3
TB10
HSNK2
CN3
N1236
L6
L7
L8
C43
CN12
1
T1
Q8
TH5
HSNK1
TH9
CN8
M16
CN10
RS485
COMMS.
IN
CN11
RS485
COMMS.
OUT
Relays are
Programmable
Default Setup
Shown
MONITORED
INPUTS
MONITORED OUTPUTS
RELAY 4 RELAY 5 MONITORED OUTPUTS
N/CCN/O N/C
CN/ON/CCN/O RELAY 3
RELAY 2
RELAY 1
AUX OUT 1
AUX OUT 2
+-
POWER
O/Ps
BATT
FLT.
MON EN
MONITORED INPUTS
Figure 8: Brigade / PSU Monitor Board Layout
Note: When connecting to the Brigade PSU Monitor board transient and “Flyback” (Back EMF)
protection methodologies MUST be applied.

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4.8.1 Battery Connections
A FireFinder PLUS requires two (2) 12 volt batteries (TB9). 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 dependent on the system configuration and can vary from 12 AHr to over 100 AHr.
Note: Refer to Ampac’s battery calculation tool to calculate the required battery size.
TB9 is located on the bottom
right hand side of the board
+27VDC
from PSU
Battery 2
12Volts
Battery 1
12 Volts
+--
+
HPCI
POWER OK
22/09/09
SGD
AUX OU T 1 AUX OU T 2
+-
N/CCN/O N/C
C
N/O 1+ 1- 2+ 2- 3+ 3- 4+ 4- 2+ 3+ 4+
C
JTAG
E. BOARD CONTROL
CO MMS . C OMM S.
ETH
BAT+
BAT- +27V
0V
COMMS FAIL
EOL
1+
E. BOARD SW. POWER
BRD86BPSC4-
EXT TEM P
L9
R103 R10 8
C36
C34
C35
C56
C58
CN4
CN5
CN6
CN7
CN11
CN10
CN1
CN2
D9
D10
D11
D7
LK1
M2
M11
M1
M4
M12
M3
M6
M13
M5
M8
M14
M7
M10
M15
M9
Q5
R75
RL1 RL2 RL3 RL4 RL5
TB1 TB8
TB7
TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6
TH4
TH2 TH1
TH7 TH8
U2
U8
U5
U6
U7
ZD8
ZD5
ZD4
ZD1
ZD6
ZD2
ZD7
ZD3
TB10
HSNK2
CN3
N1236
L6
L7
L8
C43
CN12
1
T1
Q8
TH5
HSNK1
TH9
CN8
M16
CN 10
RS 485
CO MMS .
IN
CN 11
RS 485
CO MMS .
OUT
RELAY 4 RELAY 5 MONITORED OUTPUTS
N/CCN/O N/CCN/ON/CCN/O RELAY 3
RELAY 2
RELAY 1
+-
POWER
O/Ps
BATT
FLT.
MON E N
MONITORED INPUTS
+27VDC
from PSU
Battery 2
12Volts
Battery 1
12 Volts
+--
+
TB9
+
+
-
-
BAT+
BAT- +27V
0V
TB9
BRIGADE
BOARD
Figure 9: Battery Connections to the Brigade / PSU Monitor Board
4.8.2 Auxiliary 27 Volt Power
Two (2) 1 Amp outputs are available from TB1 terminals 1+ (plus) and 2- (minus) or 3+ and 4- on the
Brigade Board. It is important to note these outputs are short circuit monitored.
TB1 is located in the lower
left hand side of the board
TB1
+ -
+ -
AUX OUT 1
AUX OUT 2 2 X LIMITED 2A
AUX POWER
OUTPUTS
POWEROK
22/09/09
SGD
AUX OUT1 AUX OUT2
+-
N/CCN/O N/C
C
N/O 1+ 1- 2+ 2- 3+ 3- 4+ 4- 2+ 3+ 4+
C
JTAG
E. BOARDCONTROL
COMMS. COMMS.
ETH
BAT+
BAT- +27V
0V
COMMSFAIL
EOL
1+
E. BOARDSW. POWER
BRD86BPSC4-
EXTTEMP
L9
R103 R108
C36
C34
C35
C56
C58
CN4
CN5
CN6
CN7
CN11
CN10
CN2
D9
D10
D11
D7
LK1
M2
M11
M1
M4
M12
M3
M6
M13
M5
M8
M14
M7
M10
M15
M9
Q5
R75
RL1 RL2 RL3 RL4 RL5
TB8
TB7
TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6
TH4
TH2 TH1
TH7 TH8
U2
U8
U5
U6
U7
ZD8
ZD5
ZD4
ZD1
ZD6
ZD2
ZD7
ZD3
TB10
HSNK2
CN3
N1236
L6
L7
L8
C43
CN12
1
T1
Q8
TH5
HSNK1
TH9
CN8
M16
CN10
RS485
COMMS.
IN
CN11
RS485
COMMS.
OUT
RELAY 4 RELAY 5 MONITORED OUTPUTS
N/CCN/O N/CCN/ON/CCN/O RELAY3
RELAY 2
RELAY 1
+-
POWER
O/Ps
BATT
FLT.
MONEN
MONITORED INPUTS
BRIGADE
BOARD
CN1
TB1
+27VDC
from PSU
Battery2
12Volts
Battery1
12Volts
+--
+
HPCI
Figure 10: Auxiliary 27VDC Power Output