Cast CAPROG User manual

The CAST Hand-Held Device Programmer, Part No. CAPROG, is a portable tool that assists
commissioning / maintenance personnel with setting device addresses and testing device
operation.
The Programmer is compatible with the full CAST analogue detector range and other CAST
protocol devices, as listed below:
CAST Analogue Fire Detectors, CAST Manual Call Points, CAST Sounders/VADs, CAST Voice
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CAST HAND-HELD DEVICE PROGRAMMER (CAPROG)
USER INSTRUCTIONS
CAST Range
Features
Description
Device Connections
Note that the Programmer’s power may be on or off when connecting / disconnecting devices.
Once connected, ensure that loop power is OFF, as indicated by `LOOP OFF´displayed top-left
on the Programmer’s LCD. Note that when the Programmer’s main menu is displayed, loop
power is off.
Connecting CAST Head Devices: Twist-fit the device’s head directly into the Programmer’s base.
Ensure the device head `clicks´ securely into the base.
Connecting CAST Manual Call Points, I/O Units and CAST Ancillary Devices: Using the remote
connector lead (supplied), connect from the Programmer’s two jack sockets (black & red) to the
device’s connector block or screw terminals. Ensure correct polarity; red connector (positive) and
black connector (negative).
•1 x Remote Connector Lead (shown right).
CONNECTOR FOR MCP, I/O UNIT
& ANCILLARY DEVICES
• Programs device addresses and tests device operation.
• Compact, robust design with user-friendly menus.
• Battery powered with battery status indication.
• Auto shutdown feature.
• Integrated LCD c/w illuminated backlight and
adjustable contrast.
• Integrated base for direct connection to CAST head
devices.
• Integrated base jack sockets (black & red) for remote
connection to CAST ancillary devices. Membrane
Keypad
2 x 4 mm
Jack Sockets
(black & red)
CAST Device
Base
LCD
Contrast Control
The Programmer’s LCD contrast can
be adjusted between a value of 30
and 60; the default setting is 40.
Select SETTINGS > DISP
CONTRAST menu (shown right).
Press the UP / DOWN buttons to
set the contrast level, then press
the ACCEPT button to confirm.
Battery Voltage Status
This menu checks the
Programmer’s battery voltage.
Select SETTINGS > BATTERY VOLTS
menu (shown right) and the
battery voltage is displayed.
About
This menu displays the Programmer’s firmware version.
Select SETTINGS > ABOUT menu.
LOOP OFF
Disp Contrast
BATTERY VOLTS
About
LOOP OFF
>
Battery Volts
==========
Volts = xxxxmV
>
LOOP OFF
Address
Device Info
Test Device
SETTINGS
Shutdown
LOOP OFF
>
LOOP OFF
DISP CONTRAST
Battery Volts
About
LOOP OFF
>
Display Contrast
=============
Contrast : 40
>
LOOP OFF
Address
Device Info
Test Device
SETTINGS
Shutdown
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Description / Part No.: CAST Hand-Held Device Programmer / CAPROG
Communication Protocol: `CAST´ (C-TEC)
Internal Battery Power: 4 × 1.5 V AA battery (alkaline, non-rechargeable)
Battery Life: 10 - 12 hours minimum (one battery set)
Loop Operating Voltage: 36 Vdc
Quiescent Current (Operated): 30 mA
Display: 128 × 64 LCD type (viewing area 50 mm diagonal) c/w backlight
Sockets: 2 × jack sockets (4 mm)
Material: ABS polycarbonate
Weight: 325 g (without batteries)
Overall Dimensions: 225 mm (H) × 117 mm (W) × 65 mm (D)
IP Rating (EN 60529): IP20
Operating Temperature: -10oC to +70oC
Humidity: Max. 95% RH (non-condensing)
Note: The Programmer contains sensitive electronic equipment. It is designed for indoor use only
and MUST NOT be subjected to conditions likely to affect its performance.
Technical Specification
E&OE. No responsibility can be accepted by the manufacturer or distributors of this unit for any misinterpretation of this instruction, or for the compliance
of the system as a whole. The manufacturers policy is one of continuous improvement and we reserve the right to make changes to product specifications
at our discretion and without prior notice.
Item Supplied with the Programmer

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Programmer Menus
For the following, ensure the Programmer is switched ON and the CAST device is connected.
Address
This menu sets the address of a device.
Select ADDRESS menu (shown right).
The device’s current address is displayed
(`Address:1´ shown in example).
Press the UP / DOWN buttons to set the new
address (`New Add:2´ shown in example).
Press the ACCEPT button to confirm.
Device Info
This menu displays the device’s firmware
version, manufacturer and type.
Select DEVICE INFO menu (shown right).
Check Device
This menu checks the operation of
a device.
Select TEST DEVICE > CHECK
DEVICE menu (shown right).
Note, for a detector, activate the
device by either applying heat or
smoke, as appropriate.
The LCD displays the device and
alarm type, then auto resets the
device.
>
LOOP ON
Device Info
============
Read OK
Ver : xx/xx/xxy
Man : C-TEC
CAST Device
LOOP ON
Address
DEVICE INFO
Test Device
Settings
Shutdown
>
LOOP ON
Address
============
Read OK
Address : 1
New Add
: 2
press Accept to
write address
LOOP ON
ADDRESS
Device Info
Test Device
Settings
Shutdown
>
LOOP ON
Address
Device Info
TEST DEVICE
Settings
Shutdown
Check Device
============
Loop Running
Event:
Opt/Ht S3 Alarm
LOOP ON
LOOP ON
>CHECK DEVICE
Control VAD
Control Sounder
VAD Control
============
VAD On...OK
LOOP ON
LOOP ON
>Check Device
CONTROL VAD
Control Sounder
Sounder Control
============
Command Sent OK
Tone Pattern: 1
Tone: LOW
LOOP ON
LOOP ON
>
Check Device
Control VAD
CONTROL
SOUNDER
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Operation
Keypad Buttons
The keypad buttons are multi-functional, as listed below:
Power Up & Turn On
Lift off the battery cover on the back of the Programmer and
insert four 1.5 V, AA, alkaline batteries. Replace the cover.
To turn the Programmer ON, press the ACCEPT button.
The CAST logo is briefly displayed and then the Programmer’s
main menu (shown right). Press the DOWN button to view
additional menus.
Manual & Auto Shutdown
To turn the Programmer OFF, select SHUTDOWN
menu (shown right).
If none of the Programmer’s buttons are pressed
for 3 minutes it will shut down automatically.
Press the ACCEPT button to power up the
Programmer again.
Battery Check
A battery power indicator is displayed top-right on the Programmer’s
LCD. When the battery level is low, this indicator will blink to indicate
the batteries need replacing (shown right).
Note: Always use good quality, long-life batteries. DO NOT use
rechargeable batteries!
>
LOOP OFF
Address
Device Info
Test Device
Settings
SHUTDOWN
✔
UP
• Scroll up through menus
• Increase device address
• Increase LCD contrast
DOWN
• Scroll down through menus
• Decrease device address
• Decrease LCD contrast
✔
ACCEPT
• Turn Programmer ON
• Select a menu / sub-menu
• Confirm a setting
RETURN • Return to previous menu
• Cancel a setting
ADDRESS
Device Info
Test Device
Settings
Shutdown
>
LOOP OFF
Control VAD
This menu tests the alarm operation of a Visual
Alarm Device (VAD).
Select TEST DEVICE > CONTROL VAD menu (shown
above) and the device’s VAD will be activated. Press
the ACCEPT button to toggle the VAD off and on.
Control Sounder
This menu tests the alarm operation of a sounder.
Select TEST DEVICE > CONTROL SOUNDER menu (shown above) and the device’s alarm will be
activated. Press the UP / DOWN buttons to change the `Tone Pattern´(1 to 32 available), then
press the ACCEPT button to scroll through the `Tone´volume settings (HIGH, LOW, OFF).
Note, these settings are NOT stored in the device; the control panel will use its own settings
to control the sounder.