Ceasefire INTELLI-SENSE Guide

INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING
& OPERATING MANUAL FOR
NETWORKING
TI-002324/002325

Networking
This application note describes how install and configure Intelli-Sense Networks.
Installation and Commissioning Manual
CFX-PlusIntelli-Sense

Models, Sales Order Parts:
TI-002325:Standard Network Card
TI-002324:Fault Tolerant Network Card
Applications / Limitations:
Standard Network: The maximum total cable length is 1.5km. The maximum number of
network nodes is 32 (50 with signal buffer)
Fault Tolerant Network: The maximum cable length is 1.5km between each node and the
maximum total loop length is 20km. Each network card has in-built
diagnostics and is fully monitored for both short and open circuit faults
between nodes. The network is capable of withstanding a single fault
between nodes without loss of communications to any single panel. The
maximum number of network nodes is 200.
Compatibility:
The Network cards are compatible with all Intelli-Sense series control panels.
The Remote Terminals TI-002322/TI-002321/TI-002323, BMS/Graphics interface and other
network peripherals such as Intelli-SenseMimic Units (IMU) all have integral network cards
built-in. (Only use fault tolerant Peripherals and Remote Terminals on a fault tolerant network).
Software Version 050-00 onwards
Item
Specification Details
Network connections
IN: A OUT: A
B B
SCN (Screen) SCN (Screen)
On-board Indication
2 LEDs. LED 1 illuminates when data is transmitted.
LED 2 illuminates when data is received.
Supply current
TI-002325 Standard Network Card:
20mA
TI-002324 Fault Tolerant Network Card: 43mA
(All power taken directly from the panel motherboard)
Temperature range
and Humidity
-5ºC to 40ºC
95% non-condensing (maximum)
Dimensions
(H x W x D)
85mm x 65mm x 20mm
(Mounting pillars are provided on the panel base cards to mount this
card).
Recommended
Cable
Two-core twisted-pair plus screen. (A list of recommended fire rated and
non-fire rated cables, including manufacturer and cable type, is included
at the end of this data sheet).
As our policy is one of constant product improvement the right is therefore reserved to modify product specifications without prior notice
Specifications:
CONTENTS
TI-002324/002325
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Table of Contents
1INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Key Features ...............................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................5
2INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Installing the Panel Network Card...............................................................................................................6
2.2 Wiring Installation ........................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Fault Tolerant Fibre Networks.....................................................................................................................8
3CONFIGURATION AND PROGRAMMING.........................................................................................................9
3.1 Initial Configuration......................................................................................................................................9
3.1.1 Configuring a Network from the PC......................................................................................................9
3.1.2 Configuring a Network at the Panel....................................................................................................10
3.2 Adding a Node to the Network ..................................................................................................................10
3.3 Making Changes to a Panel ......................................................................................................................11
3.4 Changing Time and Date ..........................................................................................................................11
4DIAGNOSTICS TOOLS.....................................................................................................................................12
4.1 Fault Tolerant Network Card Software version .........................................................................................12
4.2 Printed Circuit Card Indicators ..................................................................................................................12
4.3 Panel Network Analyser............................................................................................................................13
4.3.1 Network Diagnostics –Duplicated Nodes...........................................................................................13
4.3.2 Network Diagnostics –Duplicated Zones...........................................................................................14
4.3.3 Network Diagnostics –Additional Fault Tolerant Information.............................................................14
4.3.4 Network Diagnostics –Fibre Networks...............................................................................................14
4.3.5 Network Diagnostics –Statistical Analysis.........................................................................................15
5COMMON FAULTS / PROBLEMS....................................................................................................................16
5.1 Corruption in the Transmission of Data.....................................................................................................16
6RECOMMENDED CABLES ..............................................................................................................................17
6.1 Fire rated cable..........................................................................................................................................17
6.2 Non-Fire rated cables................................................................................................................................17
CONTENTS

1 Introduction
The Intelli-Sense-NeT network is a true peer-to-peer token passing system that has been optimised for re systems.
It allows larger buildings to be protected by distributing the re panels throughout the building, instead of having to take all
the detection circuits back to a single point.
Details of all Fires, Alarms, Pre-alarms and Faults are passed over the network, allowing any panel or display
terminal in the building to show information as required. Each re panel can be programmed with appropriate
cause- and-e ect for the entire building.
The installation can also be partitioned into sectors (i.e. for multiple building sites such as college campuses) and
each panel can be assigned to a speci c sector. Control key and other operations can be de ned, at each panel, to
be e ective and respond to commands issued in some, all or none of the other sectors.
Panels, Display Terminals, BMS / Graphics Interfaces and Intelli-Sense Mimic Units can be integrated within the
network without the use of special installation spurs or other dedicated interfaces and wiring.
The fault tolerant (secure) network will continue to operate fully even if there is a single open or short circuit fault
condition on any one of the installation cables. In addition, the network diagnostics view option gives detailed and
clear information to identify the location of any network cable fault conditions.
1.1 Key Features
The Intelii-Sense-Net system Dynamix zoning facility
allows the networked system to share up-to
2000 zones giving non-confusing indication
and allowing true peer-to-peer cross panel
report, control and site-wide cause and e ect
functionality.
Simply adding and connecting a network card
allows any Intelli-Sense control panel or remote
terminal to be networked. All other nodes on
the Intelli-Sense-Net system will be instantly aware
of a panel as soon as it is given a valid network
node address, allowing additional panels to be
added at any time with a minimum amount of
reprogramming. All panels incorporate a
network analyser providing valuable diagnostic
and status information and also have the
facility to prevent the transmission of res or
faults during commissioning.
For more complex systems, the Windows
based PC-Net Mx con guration software allows
sector based programming for Mute, Silence,
Resound and Reset control keys as well as
investigation delays, group disablement and
test instructions. All panels within the same
sector will share common controls and each
panel or remote terminal can also be
programmed to show speci c network
information on a zone basis.
For cause and e ect, any input device can be
programmed to operate any output device on
any panel and, to simplify the programming, all
the con guration data is contained within one
user -friendly network con guration le.
Intelli-Sense Fire Panel Technology
The Intelli-Sense-Net network system allows
all Intelli-Sense series control panels, remote
terminals and network peripherals to be
connected together using standard re
resistant two-core cable.
It provides both the bene ts of distributed
intelligence and reduced installation costs
whilst catering for the smallest two-panel
network through to the largest 200 panel
wide area networked system.
The network operates as a true peer-to-
peer system allowing information from any
input or output device to be passed over
the network and displayed on any Intelli-Sense
control panel or remote terminal as required.
Details include Fire, General Alarm, Pre-
alarm, Fault, Control Inputs and
Disablement as well as analogue values,
test instructions and status information.
The network is available in two formats:
Intelli-Sense-NeT Network (Radial Format)
Intelli-Sense-NeT+ Network (Secure Format)
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1.2 Specifications
Item Specification
Number of Zones 2000
Number Nodes 200
Number of Sectors 100
P
PC C
O
ON NL LY Y
P
PC C
O
ON NL LY Y
Where you see the “PC Only” symbol, these features can be either only set-up
using the PC Configuration Tool or there are additional options that are only
available via the PC Configuration Tool.
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2 Installation
Isolate ALL sources of power before installing or removing printed circuit boards.
Observe anti-static precautions at all times when handling printed circuit boards.
2.1 Installing the Panel Network Card
An TI-002325 (STD) or an TI-002324 (FT) Network Card can be installed onto the base card.
The card is fitted to
the base card using
2x M3 screw and 2x
plastic pillars. Metal
pillars are pre-fitted
to the base card.
Refer to the
diagram opposite.
All signals and
power required for
operation of the
card are provided
on the plug-in
connections.
Plug the ribbon
cable into the
connector as
shown.
The screw fixing is
essential for EMC
Immunity
protection.
WARNING:
HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
No Serviceable Parts Inside
Plastic Spacers
Network Interface
M3 Screws
Ribbon Cable
Mounting Position for the Network Card (Example TI-002319-V)
Isolate ALL sources of power before installing or removing printed circuit boards.
Observe anti-static precautions at all times when handling printed circuit boards.
2.2 Wiring Installation
All electrical wiring installation work should be carried out in accordance with the code of practice or applicable
national standards appropriate to the country of installation.
To maintain electrical integrity of the SELV wiring on the input, output, loop and communications lines all SELV
wiring should be segregated from the LV mains wiring and be wired using cable with insulation suitable for the
application.
To minimise the effects of EMC interference all data wiring circuits should be wired with a twisted pair of
conductors with a cross sectional area suitable for the loading conditions.
In areas where cabling may come into contact with high frequency interference, such as portable radio transceivers
etc. the data wiring cable should be of a twisted pair construction within an overall screen. Care should be taken to
correctly terminate this screen, refer to the information below.
NB: Minimum / Maximum cable size for all external connections is limited to 0.5mm² / 2.5mm² (22-14AWG).
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The network permits the connection of other panels,
remote terminals and other devices to complete a
distributed system.
Either an TI-002325 (STD) standard network interface
card or an TI-002324 (FT) fault tolerant network
interface card must be installed in the panel. All
network nodes must be installed with the same type
of interface.
Cable must be twisted pair 18AWG or 20AWG.
Screened type cable is recommended (e.g. Belden
8760, 8762). Connect the screen to the designated
terminal block positions only.
Each interface card has independent connectors for
the outgoing and incoming network cable. Using a
twisted-pair cable, connect from the “OUT” socket
on the first panel to the “IN” socket on the next
panel as follows.
SCN
B
A
A
B
SCN
IN OUT
To Base Card
OUT Screen
B
A
Screen
B
A
IN
STD (Up to 32 nodes)
The “IN” terminals on the first node and the “OUT”
terminals on the last node are not used. Connect an
ELR (150Ω) resistor between A and B on the terminal
blocks of the unused sockets.
Maximum cable length (overall length) is 1500m using
recommended cables.
FT (Up to 200 nodes)
ALL Network devices must be fitted with a FT type
adaptor card.
Install a cable from the last node “OUT” terminals back
to the first node “IN” terminals to form a ring.
Maximum cable length between nodes is 1500m using
recommended cables. Maximum cable length (overall length) is 20000m using recommended cables.
For future easy reference, label the cables with their respective use, i.e. NET IN or NET OUT.
Use the cable tie markers and labels supplied. It may also be useful to indicate the node
numbers from / to which the panel is physically connected.
DO NOT connect the panels using spur wiring.
Special screen termination circuits are included on the circuit card to prevent mains frequency
earth-loop currents flowing between network nodes. Always connect the cable screen to the
screen termination on the network connector. DO NOT connect the cable screen to any other
point.
Always connect the separate lengths of cable to their respective IN and OUT connectors
otherwise the special cable screen termination arrangement will not work and the installation
may be susceptible to unwanted noise interference.
Where practical, the order of the node numbers should follow the sequence 1, 2, 3, etc. in line
with the physical cabling –this will greatly assist should it be necessary to diagnose any
network problems.
OUTIN OUTIN OUTIN OUTIN
ELR 150ohm ½ W ELR 150ohm ½ W
1500m
STD
OUTIN OUTIN OUTIN OUTIN
20000m (max)
1500m
FT
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Until the installation of a FT ring is completed, the panels will indicate a ring fault condition. In
this condition, the network will operate fully but will not be tolerant to a second fault condition.
Upon successful completion of the ring, the fault condition will be automatically cancelled.
2.3 Fault Tolerant Fibre Networks
It is possible to make connections on a fault tolerant networked system using fibre optic cable.
Fibre optic cable is completely immune to external electrical interference, which makes it ideal for harsh
environments.
A suitable pair of RS485 to fibre optic interfaces is required for each fibre section. The fibre interfaces provide two
fibre links between each interface so that communications can be made in either direction.
1 51 3 4
EXAMPLE: A system that includes fibre-optic links between nodes 3 and 4 and between nodes 50 and 1.
A break in a fibre optic cable is shown between the transmit output of the fibre interface connected to node 4 and the
receive input of the fibre interface connected to node 3 –refer to diagnostics section on how this fault is reported.
2
FIBRE
I/F FIBRE I/F
OUTIN BREAK OUT IN
FIBRE
I/F FIBRE I/F
50
Contact Ceasefire Sales / Technical Support for further information on available options.
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3 Configuration and Programming
3.1 Initial Configuration
TI-002319-VL
Node 1
TI-002317-V
Node 2 TI-002323
Node 3
TI-002318-V
Node 4
A network can be configured either directly from the panel, or from a PC. The PC can give greater flexibility over
displays, but the fundamental network principles remain the same.
Each panel and display terminal connected to the network is termed a network “node”. In order to run on the
network each node must be configured with the following information: -
It must be given a unique node address.
It must be told the address of the next node on the network.
Where practical, the order of the node numbers should follow the sequence 1, 2, 3, etc. in line with the physical
cabling (Refer to the Section 2.2 for details on the installation wiring).
For instance, the above example would be programmed as follows:
Panel This Node Next Node
TI-002319-V 1 2
TI-002317-V 2 3
TI-002323 3 4
TI-002318-V 4 1
The first node on a network should always be node address 1 and be a fire panel (Remote Terminals can not be
used as the first node). The last node on the network should have its “NEXT NETWORK NODE” address set to the
address of the first node.
Simple networks can be set up directly from the panel.
3.1.1 Configuring a Network from the PC
P
PC C
O
ON NL LY Y
The following features and functions can only be configured using the PC
Configuration Tool.
The Sector in which the panel is located.
The selective display of the Zones from which fire alarms, pre-alarms, plant alarms, test alarms and faults,
etc. will be displayed on each individual panel.
The Sectors from which Silence, Resound, Mute and Reset commands will be accepted.
The Sectors from which Stage 1/2 investigations, group disablements or test zones instructions will be
accepted.
Individual Device cause and effects on a panel and across the network.
Refer to the PC Configuration Tool Manual and on-line help for further information on the features and functions
available.
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