FAAST 9400XE FAAST User manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Characteristics
External Supply Voltage 18 – 30 VDC
Remote Reset Time External monitor must be pulled low for a
minimum of 100 msec
Power Reset 1 sec
Average Operating Current Fan High – 465mA, 11.2W
Fan Med – 340mA, 8.2W
Fan Low – 220mA, 5.3W
Alarm Current Fan High – 493mA, 11.85W
Fan Med – 368mA, 8.85W
Fan Low – 248mA, 6W
Relay Contact Ratings 3.0A @ 30VDC, 0.5A @125VAC
Environmental Ratings
Operating Temperature -10°C to 55°C
Sampled Air Temperature -20°C to 160°C
Humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing
IP Rating IP30
Coverage Area Up to 4,800 sq.m (subject to local standards
and requirements)
Air Movement 0 – 1,219.2 m/min
9400XE FAAST
Fire Alarm Aspiration Sensing Technology®
COMPREHENSIVE USER GUIDE
INTRODUCTION
SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL..................................................................................... 2
DESCRIPTION
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH UNIT.............................................................................. 2
Connecting to FAAST XT.......................................2
Connecting to FAAST via USB ..................................2
CONFIGURE YOUR PC .......................................................................................... 2
CONNECT USING PIPEIQ ..................................................................................... 2
INSTALLATION
PIPE INSTALLATION .............................................................................................. 3
PHYSICAL UNIT INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 3
SECURING THE MOUNTING BRACKET................................................................ 3
MOUNTING THE DETECTOR TO THE BRACKET .................................................. 3
Connecting the Air Sampling Pipe ..............................3
EXHAUST PIPE ...................................................................................................... 3
WIRING ................................................................................................................. 4
POWER CABLES ................................................................................................... 4
CONDUIT USAGE .................................................................................................. 4
SYSTEM WIRING................................................................................................... 4
SYSTEM POWERING............................................................................................. 5
USER INTERFACE
PARTICULATE LEVEL DISPLAY ............................................................................. 5
ALARM LEVEL DISPLAY........................................................................................ 6
AIR FLOW DISPLAY............................................................................................... 6
FAULT DISPLAY ..................................................................................................... 6
LCD USER INTERFACE ......................................................................................... 7
HOME SCREEN..................................................................................................... 7
MAIN MENU SCREEN ......................................................................................... 8
Active Faults ................................................8
Air Flow ....................................................8
Functions ..................................................8
CONFIGURATION
GENERAL SETTINGS ............................................................................................ 8
Network ...................................................9
Email Menu ................................................9
Modbus ...................................................9
Alarm Settings ..............................................9
Information.................................................9
Event History ...............................................9
Message Log ...............................................9
LCD Settings................................................9
Display Time Out ............................................9
DIAGNOSTIC.......................................................................................................... 9
MODES OF OPERATION
INITIALIZATION...................................................................................................... 9
CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW................................................................................ 9
FAN SPEED CONFIGURATION .............................................................................. 9
ALARM AND RELAY CONFIGURATION ............................................................... 10
AUDIBLE INDICATOR CONFIGURATION ............................................................. 10
FAILURE OF CONFIGURATION VALIDATION ....................................................... 10
POWER GLITCH DURING CONFIGURATION....................................................... 10
NORMAL ............................................................................................................. 10
TEST .................................................................................................................... 10
SOUNDER TEST.................................................................................................. 10
RESET ................................................................................................................. 10
RESET AIRFLOW BASELINES............................................................................. 10
ISOLATION........................................................................................................... 10
DISABLE MODE .................................................................................................. 10
ACCLIMATE® MODE........................................................................................... 10
SETTING ACCLIMATE MODE .............................................................................. 11
DAY, NIGHT AND WEEKEND MODE................................................................... 11
LOGS
EVENT LOG ......................................................................................................... 11
DATA TREND LOG ............................................................................................... 11
MESSAGE LOG ................................................................................................... 11
MISCELLANEOUS
EXTERNAL MONITOR/RESET............................................................................. 11
ETHERNET CONNECTION .................................................................................. 11
USB CONNECTION ............................................................................................. 11
PIPE NETWORK .................................................................................................. 11
WEB SERVER...................................................................................................... 11
EMAIL NOTIFICATION ......................................................................................... 11
CANNED SMOKE TESTING ................................................................................ 11
MAINTENANCE...................................................11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Exterior Dimensions
Height 338 mm
Width 333 mm
Depth 191 mm
Cable Access 25.4 mm cable access holes on top, bottom
and back of unit
Wire Gauge 12 Ga.
Pipe Size 20 or 25 mm Nom.
Max Single Pipe Length 123 m *other three pipes disabled
Total Pipe Length 320 m *designs must be verified within
PipeIQ software
Shipping Weight 5.4 kg
Net weight 4.9 kg
EN54 Ratings
Max. Single pipe length: 120 m
Max. branched pipe length: 480 m
Max. number of holes: Class A: 40
Class B: 40
Class C: 60

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INTRODUCTION
SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended as a guide for technicians to install, set up, and
provide preliminary system checks for the FAAST XT (FAAST Fire Alarm
Aspiration Sensing Technology®) aspirating smoke detection system. Before
installing, please read the Comprehensive Instruction Manual for FAAST XT
(available at systemsensor.com/faast), which provides detailed information
on pipe network design and system configuration.
WARNING
Performance of the FAAST XT system depends on the designed pipe network
for the site. Any alteration to the pipe network must be verified by a techni-
cian, as alterations will have an effect on system performance. The PipeIQ
design tool can be used to verify the suitability of any pipe network design
and subsequent alterations. The PipeIQ software can be downloaded at sys-
temsensor.com/faast
DESCRIPTION
The FAAST XT aspirating smoke detection system is an advanced particulate
detection system for use in very early warning and early warning detection
applications, as well as standard detection in harsh environments.
The system continuously draws air from the environment through a series of
sampling holes to monitor the environment for smoke particulate.
FAAST system conditions are displayed at the user interface and at a fire alarm
control panel using relays. System conditions can also be monitored in two
ways through the network interface: integrated web server or PipeIQ software.
The display provides a clear indication of the system status, particulate levels,
alarm levels, air flow and fault conditions. Additionally, email notification can
be sent upon device status changes. All conditions can be monitored at the
device’s user interface or remotely via the web.
FEATURES
• Advanced detection
– Blue LED and IR laser technology
– Particle separation for increased nuisance immunity and prolonged
filter life
– Dust discrimination for reduced false alarms
– Wide sensitivity range 0.00095 to 20% obs/m
• Configurable alarm thresholds and delays
• User configurable fan speed setting
• Status At a Glance and LCD User Interface
• 8 sets of relay contacts
• Dedicated electronic filter life monitoring
• Independent dedicated ultrasonic airflow sensing per channel
• Field service access door
• Easy access filter
• Detailed operation logs storing events, sensor trend data and service messages
• Acclimate mode operation for auto-adjustment of sensitivity
• USB interface for simplified configuration and diagnostics
• Remote monitoring and diagnostics
– Serial Modbus over RS-485
– Modbus/TCP via ethernet
• Remote reset/dry contact input
• Multi-lingual support
• E-Mail notification of alarm, isolate, or fault conditions
• Configurable supplementary audible indicator
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH UNIT
• FAAST XT unit
• Mounting bracket and hardware
• Installation and Maintenance Instructions
• USB interface cable
• EMI Filter Assembly
• PipeIQ software, comprehensive manual, and other helpful documents
may be downloaded at systemsensor.com/faast
CONNECTING TO FAAST XT
FAAST XT requires a program download from PipeIQ in order to initialize.
This connection can be achieved using either the USB port located on the front
of the device, or the Ethernet port located inside the wiring cabinet.
CONNECTING TO FAAST VIA USB
NOTE: In order to connect your computer to the FAAST using a USB connec-
tion, a USB driver must first be installed. The driver installation occurs during
the installation of PipeIQ version 2.0 or later. Once the driver is installed, con-
nect to the device using the following steps.
1. Launch PipeIQ.
2. Create a new project and select FAAST XT device, or open an existing
project
3. Expand the tree view in the left side navigation pane to reveal the device
in the Configuration tab.
4. Right click on the device and select ‘Connect Device’
5. Select USB, The USB combo box should already be populated with
FAAST XT (Com Port Number).
6. Select Read only/Administrator(requires password – default is ‘pass-
word’) mode Click Connect.
CONNECTING TO FAAST VIA ETHERNET
Default Device IP Configuration
IP Address: 192.168.1.10
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1
Primary DNS: 0.0.0.0
Secondary DNS: 0.0.0.0
CONFIGURE YOUR PC
(Important Note: Before changing your PC’s IP address, be sure to take note of
whether your IP is currently dynamically set, or is a static IP address. If your
PC is assigned a static IP address, make note of the IP address and subnet
mask so that you can change back to the proper settings after the FAAST is
configured.)
Your PC will need to be on the same local area network as the FAAST de-
vice in order to establish communication. Change your PC’s IP address to
192.168.1.15 by:
1. Accessing your network setting in your PC’s control panel
2. Open ‘Local Area Connection’ settings and select ‘Properties’
3. Select ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then select ‘Proper-
ties’
4. Select ‘Use the following IP address and enter 192.168.1.15. If the subnet
mask does not automatically populate, enter 255.255.255.0 into the sub-
net mask field.
5. Click Okay and close out of the network menus.
CONNECT USING PIPEIQ
1. Launch PipeIQ. (PipeIQ may be downloaded from systemsensor.com/faast)
2. Create and save a new project, or open an existing project
3. Expand the tree view in the left side navigation pane to reveal the device
in the Configuration tab.
4. Right click on the device and select ‘Connect Device’
5. Change the User field to ‘Administrator’ and enter the password – the
default password is ‘password’ – then click ‘Connect’
6. Upon connection, a green check will appear next to the device in the
navigation tree
7. Revert to initial settings

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INSTALLATION
This equipment must be installed in accordance with all local and national
codes and regulations.
PIPE INSTALLATION
The pipe layout is designed using the PipeIQ software package. Refer to the
Application Guide and User Guides to design the pipe network. All pipe must
be installed in accordance with local and national codes and regulations. The
pipe network should be complete before proceeding with the physical and
electrical system installation.
To maintain compliance with EN54-20, all pipes and accessories used with
FAAST XT must comply to clause 5.7 of EN54-20:2006.
PHYSICAL UNIT INSTALLATION
WARNING
Make sure that there are no pipes or electrical wires within the wall before
drilling any mounting holes.
SECURING THE MOUNTING BRACKET
The typical mounting location for the FAAST unit is on the wall. The unit is
mounted to the wall using the enclosed mounting bracket. Figure 1 shows the
wall mounting bracket. For easier access to the FAAST unit, it is preferred to
position the mounting bracket in an easily accessible location.
1. Place the mounting bracket on the wall in the desired location and use it
as a template to locate the necessary mounting holes.
2. Mark the hole locations and remove the bracket. It is recommended to
secure the bracket using the 4 outer mounting holes.
3. Using a drill and the proper size bit for your mounting hardware, drill the
necessary holes.
4. Use appropriate fasteners to accommodate the mounting surface and
FAAST device weight.
5. Secure the bracket to the wall.
FIGURE 1: WALL MOUNTING BRACKET PLATE
ASP115-00
MOUNTING THE DETECTOR TO THE BRACKET
Once the mounting plate is attached, the unit is ready to be mounted on to the
plate. Perform the following procedure to mount the unit.
1. Before installing the unit onto the bracket, remove the appropriate con-
duit caps from the top or bottom left side of the unit to match the orien-
tation of the wiring. See Figure for location of the wiring access plugs.
2. Line up the unit with the four mounting clips and the mounting studs on
the left side.
3. Push the unit down onto the mounting clips and secure it with the sup-
plied washer and nut on at least one of the two mounting studs protrud-
ing through the mounting slots shown in Figure 2.
FIGURE 2: MOUNTING SLOTS FOR MOUNTING STUDS
ASP116-00
CONNECTING THE AIR SAMPLING PIPE
ATTENTION
Detailed pipe network information and best practices can be found in the Pipe
Installation Guide, available for download at systemsensor.com/faast
The input and output ports are designed to accept nominal 25 mm. The input
and output ports are tapered to provide fast, easy, push-fit connection of the
sampling pipe to the unit. Perform the following procedure to connect the air
sampling pipe to the unit.
1. Square off and de-burr the end of the sampling pipe. Ensure that the pipe
is free from any particles that might interfere with the pipe connection.
2. Remove the input plug from the input port being used (either the top or
bottom of the unit).
3. Inset the air sampling pipe into the port, ensuring a snug fit. DO NOT
glue these pipes.
EXHAUST PIPE
The device must always be exhausted in to the space that it is monitoring.
There are some circumstances where it may be necessary to connect a pipe to
the exhaust port to divert the exhaust away from the location of the unit. Add-
ing as little as 1 m of exhaust pipe also acts as a muffler for the fan – ensuring
quieter operation. The output ports are tapered the same as the input ports, to
provide fast, easy, push-fit connection of an exhaust pipe to the unit. Perform
the following procedure to connect the exhaust pipe to the unit.
1. Square off and de-burr the end of the sampling pipe. Ensure that the pipe
is free from any particles that might interfere with the pipe connection.
2. Remove the input plug from the input port being used (either the top or
bottom of the unit).
3. Insert the air sampling pipe into the port, ensuring a snug fit.
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WIRING
WARNING
Before working on the FAAST XT system, notify all required authorities that
the system will be temporarily out of service. Make sure all power is removed
from the system before opening the unit. All wiring must be in accordance
with local codes.
POWER CABLES
Use the power ratings of the unit to determine the required wire sizes for each
connection. Use the power ratings of the connected products to determine the
wire size.
CONDUIT USAGE
If electrical conduit is used for system wiring, terminate the conduits at the
cable entry ports on the top or bottom of the unit, using the appropriate con-
duit connectors.
1. Run all wiring, both power and alarm, through the conduit and into the
left side of the unit enclosure, as seen in Figure 3.
2. Attach the appropriate wires to the supplied Euro connector. Follow ap-
propriate local codes and electrical standards for all cabling.
3. Plug the appropriate connector into the mating connector on the unit.
FIGURE 3. POWER AND ALARM CONNECTION BLOCK
ASP114-01
SYSTEM WIRING
To maintain compliance with EN54-20, the power supply used with FAAST XT
must be EN54-4 approved. The system requires an EMI line filter in order
to meet CE certification to CISPR22 specifications. The EMI line filter (in-
cluded) needs to be connected between the DC power supply and the FAAST
device. The EMI filter needs to be located within the wiring compartment
of the FAAST XT unit. Refer to Table 1 for the field wiring terminal descrip-
tions of the unit. Refer to Figure 4 for a typical connection for monitoring the
FAAST XT system at a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP). Refer to your FACP’s
installation manual for instructions on connecting FAAST XT.
TABLE 1. TERMINAL DESIGNATIONS
TERMINAL
BLOCK
T1 External Power – Powers Aspirating Smoke Detector
T2 Not used.
T3 RS 485 Rx
Rx and Tx can be wired in a half duplex configuration
T4 RS 485 Tx
Rx and Tx can be wired in a half duplex configuration
T5 Alert Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T6 Action1 Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T7 Action2 Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T8 Fire1 Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T9 Fire2 Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T10 Minor Fault Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T11 Urgent Relay – Always reverts to reset on loss of power
T12 Isolate Relay – Maintains state on loss of power
T13 External Monitor

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FIGURE 4. FACP WIRING DIAGRAM
N.C.
N.O.
C.
Fire Panel (FACP) typical connection
FAAST XT
for monitoring of device
Alarm
Short = Fire
Open = Fault
EOL
N.C.
N.O.
C.
Alarm
Short = Fire
Open = Fault
N.C.
N.O.
C.
Alarm
Short = Fire
Open = Fault
N.C.
N.O.
C.
Alarm
Short = Fire
Open = Fault
N.C.
N.O.
C.
Alarm
Short = Fire
Open = Fault
N.C.
N.O.
C.
Supervisory
Short = Isolate
Open = Fault
N.C.
N.O.
C.
(T11)
Short = Urgent Fault
Open = Fault
N.C.
N.O.
C.
(T10)
Short = Minor Fault
Open = Fault
FACP
Supervisory
Supervisory
EOL
EOL
EOL
EOL
EOL
EOL
EOL
External
Monitor
(T13)
N.C.
B.
B.
A.
N.O.
(Reset) C.
47kΩ
Red
Blue
EMI Line Filter
(included)
Red
Blue
Yellow (not connected)
24VDC
-
+
-
+
-
+
Panel’s
Remote
Reset
Alert
Relay
Contacts
(T5)
Action 1
Relay
Contacts
(T6)
Action 2
Relay
Contacts
(T7)
Fire 1
Relay
Contacts
(T8)
Fire 2
Relay
Contacts
(T9)(T12)
Urgent
Relay
Contacts
Minor
Relay
Contacts
Isolate
Relay
Contacts
ASP136-01
SYSTEM POWERING
The following procedure describes how to initially power up the FAAST system.
1. Unplug the unit’s power connector to the unit before turning on the
power.
2. Turn on the power.
3. Check the voltage at the connector. Make sure it is within the required
voltage range.
4. If wiring is not connected to the external monitor terminal, install a 47kΩ
resistor (provided with the unit) into the terminal block and fit it into
the T6 terminal. Remove spade connectors before installing in the wiring
terminal.
5. If the voltage is within the proper range, reconnect the power connector
to the unit.
6. Connect a computer, with PipeIQ installed, to the unit using either the
USB connection,or the Ethernet port located inside the wiring cabinet.
(See ‘Connecting to FAAST XT’ for detailed connection instructions.)
7. Use the PipeIQ software to set up the unit configuration required for the
particular application.
8. The PC may now be disconnected unless a permanent networked con-
nection is desired.
9. Verify the system fan starts up and air begins to flow out of the exhaust
port. The user interface will provide the device status.
10. The device will establish an airflow baseline during the first five
minutes of operation after powering on, following the successful
download of a configuration to the device from PipeIQ, or after ini-
tiating Baseline Reset from Functions menu on the unit’s display.
During the initial baseline period the LCD will display Baseline message.
The calculated baseline is stored in the device’s non-volatile memory and
is used to monitor changes in the system’s airflow that may be caused
my dust build up, broken piping, clogged holes, etc. Therefore, it is im-
portant to verify that the system is setup and installed per the PipeIQ
design file and meets the requirement of the local codes and authorities.
The Baseline message is also displayed after power on reset, following
the initial baseline period. During the five minutes after power up the
device is monitoring the system to determine the current airflow baseline
of the system. Once the current airflow baseline is established, it is com-
pared to the initial baseline stored in non-volatile memory to determine
the overall health of the system.
USER INTERFACE
The user interface, shown in Figure 5, provides the following information:
• Detector status: Normal, Alarm, General Fault, Isolate Fault, Disable
Fault, Voltage Fault
• Alarm Level: Alert, Action 1, Action 2, Fire 1, Fire 2
• Particulate Level: 1 – 10 relative to Alert
• Flow level for each pipe inlet
• LCD for device test, service, and monitoring.
FIGURE 5. USER INTERFACE DISPLAY
ASP117-00
PARTICULATE LEVEL DISPLAY
The particulate level display, shown in Figure 6, consists of ten amber LEDs
that correspond to the current level of the particulate level detected. The LEDs
illuminate in order from Level 1 to Level 10, starting from the bottom of the
display and moving up as the particulate level increases. Each LED represents
a 10 percent increment in the particulate level relative to the Alert level.

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FIGURE 6. PARTICULATE LEVEL DISPLAY
ASP118-00
ALARM LEVEL DISPLAY
The alarm level display consists of five red LEDs that correspond to the cur-
rent alarm level, shown in Figure 7. These LEDs are located directly above
the particulate level LEDs. They illuminate sequentially upward as the sever-
ity of the alarm increases. These alarm levels are configured at default lev-
els when shipped. They may be modified using the PipeIQ software. Each of
these alarm levels controls a set of form C relay contacts. When an alarm level
threshold has been crossed, the corresponding Alarm LED illuminates and the
relay activates a signal. These alarm thresholds and associated relay outputs
can be configured for either latching or non-latching operation. Each Alarm
output has a configurable delay from 0 to 60 seconds.
FIGURE 7. ALARM LEVEL DISPLAY
ASP119-00
AIR FLOW DISPLAY
The FAAST system uses independent dedicated per channel ultrasonic airflow
sensing and displays the status in real time on the user interface. The air flow
display consists of 4 bi-color LEDs at the center left of the user interface, num-
bered 1, 2, 3, 4 – corresponding to each pipe inlet, and 10 green LEDs at the
bottom of the device to display current flow balance as shown in Figure 8. The
unit will cycle through the four pipe inlets, changing to the next inlet every 2
seconds. The number corresponding to the inlet currently being displayed on
the air flow pendulum will be illuminated green.
The green segments on the air flow pendulum indicate how close the current
air flow is to a high or low fault threshold. The default threshold for a fault
condition is + or – 20% from airflow baseline. This fault threshold is configu-
rable using the PipeIQ software. During normal operation two adjacent indica-
tors are green and correspond to the current air flow entering the detector for
the inlet being displayed. When air flow is balanced, these two indicators will
be centered in the pendulum. As air flow increases or decreases, the indicators
will move to the left in the case of a low flow condition, or right in the case
of a high flow condition. A flow fault occurs within 3 minutes of reaching
the fault threshold and the minor fault relay is set. If the detected airflow is
greater or less than 50% of normal, the urgent fault relay is set. During a fault
condition, the pipe inlet indicator with the worst case flow scenario will illu-
minate amber, and the flow display will display that channel’s flow level only.
Detailed air flow information can also be read by accessing the ‘Air Flow’
menu in the device’s LCD display.
FIGURE 8. AIR FLOW INDICATION
ASP120-00
FAULT DISPLAY
The FAAST user interface displays faults in two ways, through amber LEDs on
the right side of the user interface, and also on the LCD screen. The four LED
faults are as follows:
FIGURE 9. FAULT DISPLAY
Fault
Isolate
Disable
Low Voltage
ASP122-00

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LCD USER INTERFACE
The FAAST XT has an LCD screen to provide detailed information of the de-
vices status and configuration. The LCD typically will be in an idle state where
the screen is off. The LCD will enter a sleep state if a single screen has re-
mained unchanged for a period of 30 seconds. A single push of any button
will wake the screen up and the home screen will be displayed. Once the LCD
is on, navigation through the menus is done with the buttons on the right
hand side.
FIGURE 10. LCD DISPLAY
ASP121-00
BUTTON FUNCTION
Scroll up or down through the LCD menus
Select or enter highlighted item on the LCD screen
Cancel, Back or Escape from current menu selection.
The LCD interface supports multiple languages. LCD language display is set
using PipeIQ or can be changed by accessing the settings menu in the LCD
menus.
HOME SCREEN
The Home screen is the default screen that is initially shown when the LCD is
activated. The screen will show the device’s current state which includes, local
address, date, time, current percent of smoke, and the highest priority state.
The menu option is available from the home screen. Pressing the select but-
ton will enter the main menu screen. If the device’s sounder is active then the
only available selection will be Silence. Pressing the select key will silence the
sounder and then the menu option will appear.
FIGURE 11. HOME SCREEN
ASP112-01
If the General Fault LED is illuminated, the fault condition will be shown on
the LCD display under the Active Faults menu. The possible fault conditions
are as follows:
TYPE DESCRIPTION ACTIVATED RELAY
Low Flow Fault Device has decrease airflow as
defined by the user program-
mable boundary.
Minor Fault
Device has decrease airflow of
50%
Urgent Fault
Configuration Configuration of device with
configuration software has
failed.
Minor Fault
Device was interrupted with a
power loss during configuration.
A Reset will clear this fault and
device will revert back to its last
good configuration.
Minor Fault
Device is new and has not been
configured.
Urgent Fault
Device has corrupt configura-
tion and is unable to operate.
Urgent Fault
Drift Blue Fault Device blue signal has reached
the long term drift limit.
Minor Fault
IR Laser Drift Fault Device IR Laser signal has
reached the long term drift limit.
Urgent Fault
Sensor Fault Device sensor is not working
and requires immediate re-
placement
Urgent Fault
External Monitor
Fault
External monitor detects open. Minor Fault
Time Base Fault Internal Time base needs
updating.
Minor Fault
Aspirator Fault Indicates the fan has stopped
working and requires immedi-
ate attention.
Urgent Fault
Filter Fault Device filter is clogged and re-
quires replacement
Minor Fault
Device filter is clogged and has
not been replaced 72 hours
after giving the Filter Fault with
Minor Fault Relay set
Urgent Fault
Disable Fault Device has been put in disable
mode.
Isolation Fault
Isolation Fault Device has been put in isolate
mode.
Isolation Fault
High Flow Fault Device has Increase airflow as
defined by the user program-
mable boundary.
Minor Fault
Device has decrease airflow of
50%
Urgent Fault
Low Voltage Fault Device Input voltage is low Urgent Fault

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MAIN MENU SCREEN
Use the scroll (rs ) keys to increment or decrement the number for the digit
the cursor is on. To register the number, use the select (8) key and the cursor
will advance to the next digit. After the last digit has been entered the Func-
tions menu will appear if the password entered correctly. The default LCD
password is 1111. If the password did not match, the display will show Pass-
word Invalid for 3 seconds and then return to the home screen.
ACTIVE FAULTS
Only the highest priority fault is shown on the home screen, but it is possible
to for a device to have more than one fault. These faults can be seen with the
Active Faults screen. The screen displays all active faults from highest to low-
est priority. The priority fault level is as follows:
Disable, Isolate, Configuration, Sensor, Aspirator, Low Voltage, High Flow,
Low Flow, Filter, Eternal Monitor (conventional devices only), Time.
AIR FLOW
The Airflow screen shows the level of airflow change from the baseline as a
bar graph and a percentage.
FIGURE 12. AIR FLOW SCREEN
Air Flow
1-13%
-2%
-1%
-1%
2
3
4
ASP111-00
FUNCTIONS
The Functions menu screen is used to change the device’s state or activate
test mode. Because this menu allows the user to change the device out of its
normal operating state there is an optional lockout feature for this menu. The
lockout requires a 4-digit passcode to enter the functions menu. (This pass-
code is set using the PipeIQ Software; the default password for the LCD Menu
is 1111.) When the functions menu has been accessed from the main menu
screen with the lock feature enabled, the enter password screen will appear.
FIGURE 13. FUNCTIONS MENU SCREEN
Enter Password
* * 4 _
ASP123-00
From the functions menu the following options are available, as detailed in
the following paragraphs: Reset, Isolate, Disable, Test Mode, Sounder Test,
Reset Baseline, and Reset IP.
RESET
The Reset function will reset the device. When this function is selected from
the functions menu the device will ask for confirmation. Use the scroll (rs )
keys to select cancel or ok and then the select (8) key to confirm the selection.
ISOLATE
The Isolate function will set the device into the isolate mode. When this func-
tion is selected from the functions menu the device will ask for a confirma-
tion. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select cancel or ok and then the select (8)
key to confirm the selection.
DISABLE
The Disable function will set the device into the Disable mode. When this
function is selected from the functions menu the device will ask for confirma-
tion. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select cancel or ok and then the select (8)
key to confirm the selection.
TEST MODE
The Test function will set the device into the Test mode. When this function is
selected from the functions menu the device will ask for confirmation. Use the
scroll (rs ) keys to select cancel or ok and then the select (8) key to confirm
the selection.
SOUNDER TEST
The Sounder Test function will set the device into the Sounder Test mode.
When this function is selected from the functions menu the device will ask
for confirmation. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select cancel or ok and then the
select (8) key to confirm the selection.
After confirmation the tones will be exercised on the sounder. Since the
sounder is configurable the screen will display which tone it is currently giv-
ing (fault or alarm).
RESET BASELINE
The Reset Baseline function will set the device into the Reset Baseline mode.
When this function is selected from the functions menu the device will ask
for confirmation. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select cancel or ok and then the
select (8) key to confirm the selection.
SET TIME
The Set Time screen allows the user to set the time and date of the device.
This feature can be locked out and require the user to enter a 4 digit access
code to enter the set time menu. When first entering the screen the hour time
will be highlighted. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to change the value. When the
desired hour is selected use the select (8) key to set the hour and the cursor
will advance to the minutes. As each field is set the cursor will progress until
it reaches the end. After all fields have been entered, the device will ask for
a confirmation.
RESET IP
The Reset IP Network function will set the device into the Reset IP Network
mode. When this function is selected from the functions menu the device will
ask for confirmation. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select cancel or ok and then
the select (8) key to confirm the selection.
CONFIGURATION
The Configuration menu provides access to view how the device is specifi-
cally configured from PipeIQ. Because this menu contains potentially sensitive
information, such as email addresses, there is an optional lockout feature on
this menu. The lockout requires a user to enter a 4 digit access code to enter
the Functions menu. This four digit access code is configurable through Pi-
peIQ. When a user selects the Functions menu from the main menu screen
with the lock feature enabled, the enter password screen will be displayed. All
configuration data is read only.
From the main configuration menu, the following options are available, as
detailed in the following paragraphs: General Settings, Network, Email, Mod-
bus, Alarm Settings, and Information.
Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select an option and then the select (8) key to
confirm the selection.
GENERAL SETTINGS
The General Settings screen provides the miscellaneous settings that are con-
figured. The following configuration settings can be seen under the general
settings:
• Fan speed
• Flow Boundary
• Airflow Delay
• Trend period
• Address
• Alarm Tone
• Fault Tone
• Acclimate

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NETWORK
The Network screen provides the MAC address of the device and the TCP/IP
network settings in the device.
• MAC
• IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Gateway
• DNS primary
• DNS Secondary
• DHCP Status
• Device Name
EMAIL MENU
The Email menu screen provides the options for a detailed look of the email
settings in the device. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to select an option and then
the select (8) key to confirm the selection.
• Device Account
• Addresses
MODBUS
• Mode
• IP Address
• Port
• Address
ALARM SETTINGS
• Alarm Threshold
• Night Mode
• Daylight Savings Time (DST) Setting
• Alarm Delays
• Relay Settings
INFORMATION
The Information screen provides the text information that is configured on
the device from PipeIQ. The fields include Facility name and location, device
location, and contact person. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to advance up or down
through the information.
EVENT HISTORY
The event history can be viewed through the LCD screen. The Event History
screen displays the event number currently being displayed, the total number
of events available, and the event detail for the currently displayed event. Use
the scroll (rs ) keys to advance up or down through the events.
MESSAGE LOG
The Message Log history can be viewed through the LCD screen. The Message
Log screen displays the message number currently being displayed, the total
number of messages available, and the message. Use the scroll (rs ) keys to
advance up or down through the message logs.
LCD SETTINGS
The LCD settings menu allows the user to adjust the language, backlight, and
contrast settings for the LCD. This feature can be locked out and require the
user to enter a 4 digit access code to enter the LCD menu. This four digit
access code is configurable through PipeIQ. When a user selects the LCD Set-
tings menu from the main menu screen with the lock feature enabled, the
enter password screen will be displayed. Once in the settings menu use the
scroll (rs ) keys to select an option and then the select (8) key to confirm
the selection
LANGUAGE
The Language screen allows the user to change the language on the LCD.
Languages available:
• English
• Chinese (simplified)
• Chinese (traditional)
• Dutch
• Finnish
• French
• German
• Hungarian
• Italian
• Korean
• Norwegian
• Portuguese (Brazil)
• Portuguese (Portugal)
• Russian (Cyrillic)
• Spanish
• Swedish
BACKLIGHT
The Backlight screen is used to adjust the brightness of the backlight. Use the
scroll (rs ) keys to increase and decrease the backlight brightness. Press the
Enter key to register the new setting.
CONTRAST
The Contrast screen is used to adjust the contrast of the text. Use the scroll
(rs ) keys to increase and decrease the contrast.
DISPLAY TIME OUT
The Time Out information set for the unit is displayed.
DIAGNOSTIC
Information on system diagnostics is displayed.
SPECIAL MODE SCREENS
Special mode screens are displayed temporarily when a specific action or
unique operation mode is currently active.
INITIALIZATION SCREEN
The Initialization screen appears when the device is first powering up. It will
last for 10 to 15 seconds when the device is first powered on.
BASELINING SCREEN
The baselining screen appears for the first 5 minutes after the device has ini-
tialized and indicates that the active air channel and filter flow levels are cur-
rently being observed to determine the baseline. This screen will also appear
when a reset baseline is done.
FIRMWARE UPGRADE SCREEN
When a firmware upgrade is in progress the LCD will display the Firmware
Upgrade in progress screen with a progress bar, and a warning to not remove
power.
MODES OF OPERATION
INITIALIZATION
When the FAAST system is initially powered up it is not configured, a fault in-
dication is set with the General Fault LED and the LCD home screen displaying
a configuration fault. This will indicate that the device has not had its initial
configuration loaded and will remain in this fault state until a configuration
is sent to the device. Once the device is configured, or upon reconfiguration,
the device will perform an initialization. This initialization will set the air
flow baseline and the filter clogged baseline. It is important that the system
is connected properly to the pipe network and the filter is installed properly
when the device is initialized as these baselines will be used to indicate when
a fault should occur. During the initialization period the device will operate as
normal with the exception that flow and filter faults will not be indicated until
the baseline is set. Establishing the baseline takes approximately five minutes.
CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW
FAAST XT is configured using PipeIQ. Data is sent via a built in Ethernet con-
nection or through the USB interface located on the front of the device. The
device will receive the configuration and will perform a validation before the
configuration becomes active. After validation of the data the device will per-
form an initialization with the new configuration. If there is a problem with
the configuration data the device will indicate a Configuration Fault on the
user interface and will set the Urgent Fault relay. The device will require a new
configuration before operating properly.
FAN SPEED CONFIGURATION
The device is capable of running at 3 different fan speeds to help power con-
sumption for the area of coverage. To minimize power the lowest fan speed
should be chosen. The fan speed directly affects the performance of the de-
vice. Therefore, when creating a pipe layout the calculations that are per-

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formed are based on the fan setting. If the fan setting is changed on the device
at a later date the pipe system must be re-verified.
ALARM AND RELAY CONFIGURATION
Alarm thresholds are set to default levels when shipped, but are configurable.
Each Alarm level has its own set of form C relay contacts. As the particulate
level crosses the threshold for the alarm level the corresponding indicator will
illuminate and the relay will activate. The Alarm thresholds and their associ-
ated relay outputs are configurable for latching or non-latching operation For
each alarm level, there is a configurable delay from 0 to 60 seconds. Configu-
rable thresholds for each alarm level are as follows:
TABLE 5. PROGRAMMABLE ALARM LEVELS
ALARM
LEVEL
DEFAULT
THRESHOLD
%OBS/M
PROG.
RANGE
%OBS/M
Alert 0.0396 0.0015 - 20.0
Action1 0.165 0.0015 - 20.0
Action2 0.33 0.0015 - 20.0
Fire1 0.825 0.0015 - 20.0
Fire2 1.65 0.0015 - 20.0
AUDIBLE INDICATOR CONFIGURATION
There is a built audible indicator on the FAAST XT which gives the option to
include a supplementary audible indication of alarms and faults. The settings
are configurable using the PipeIQ software. The sounder is capable of generat-
ing a pulsed or continuous tone. Both the alarm and fault can be selected to
do either tone.
FAILURE OF CONFIGURATION VALIDATION
If configuration validation fails during the configuration process, the software
configuration tool will indicate a failure and the device will illuminate the
fault indicator. Subsequently, the device will not accept any of the data as
valid and will revert back to its previous configuration.
POWER GLITCH DURING CONFIGURATION
During an upload of configuration data, the device will keep the last known
good configuration in memory until a complete validation is done on the new
configuration data. This prevents device corruption in the event of a power
loss or network failure. When power is restored the device will initialize with
the last known good configuration. The device will also indicate a Configura-
tion Fault on the user interface and set the Minor Fault Relay. This will only
occur once. When the next Reset or Power on Reset is performed the device
will continue to use the last known good configuration.
NORMAL
In Normal operating mode the FAAST XT displays the air flow and current
particulate levels on the user display. The time, date, address, and current
obscuration is shown on the LCD. The particulate level is compared to the
threshold levels programmed into the device and will activate the appropri-
ate alarm as the particulate exceeds that threshold. If any fault occurs it will
activate the fault LED and display the type on the LCD as well as set the cor-
responding relay.
TEST
Test mode is initiated through the PipeIQ Live View tab or through the LCD in-
terface. Test mode will simulate a fire condition by activating all ten segments
in the Particulate Level display and each segment in the Alarm display. Each
corresponding alarm relay will also activate after any programmed delay asso-
ciated with that relay. To remove the device from test, a RESET must be done.
SOUNDER TEST
The sounder test function can be accessed via the LCD user interface. Upon
initiation, the device will exercise the selected sounder tones for fault and
alarm conditions. The sounder may be configured to give continuous or pulsed
tones for alarm and fault conditions. Tones may be selected using PipeIQ.
RESET
Reset mode is initiated through the PipeIQ mimic view or through the LCD
interface. When RESET is activated all relays will be reset. It will then enter
Normal mode operation. If any fault or alarm states remain the device will re-
activate the state automatically.
RESET AIRFLOW BASELINES
The airflow baselines can be reset through the LCD screen on FAAST’s user
interface. Selecting this option will cause the FAAST unit to enter in to a five
minute baseline period, which will be displayed on the LCD user interface,
and reset its current air flow baselines.
WARNING
If a high or low condition exists perform a visual inspection of the pipe net-
work to ensure the integrity of the pipe network and that the flow condition is
not caused by breakages or blockages.
ISOLATION
From Normal Mode, Isolation mode is initiated through PipeIQ mimic tab or
through the LCD interface. The device will set the isolation relay and the
isolation fault will be shown on the user interface. The alarm and fault re-
lays will reset and subsequently not change state. In all other respects, the
unit will continue to operate normally. Any smoke exceeding alarm thresholds
will cause alarm conditions to appear on the detector’s front panel, but the
alarm condition will not be communicated to an attached system such as a
fire panel. The device will remain in this mode until it is explicitly removed by
the user, even in the event of power loss or reset.
DISABLE MODE
The user can initiate Disable Mode through the LCD interface only. When
Disable Mode is activated, the device will set the isolation relay and the user
interface will display the disable fault. In Disable Mode, the fan will cease
operation and the particulate, alarm and airflow displays on the user interface
will not be illuminated. The alarm and fault relays will reset and subsequently
not change state. This mode should only be used when the system needs to
be taken offline. This mode is active indefinitely until the user removes the
device from disable mode. All communication interfaces remain active when
the device operates in this state.
ACCLIMATE® MODE
The FAAST system includes an available Acclimate mode. By allowing the de-
vice to operate in Acclimate mode, a device’s susceptibility to nuisance alarms
can be reduced. This provides maximum protection for a device located in
changing environments. The sensitivity of the unit continuously adjusts over
time, within user defined limits, as the environment changes. Acclimate mode
ALARM LEVEL THRESHOLD HIGH
SENSITIVITY
THRESHOLD LOW
SENSITIVITY
CURRENT LEVEL
Alert Alert High Alert Low Acclimate Alert Level
Action 1 Action 1 High Action 1 Low Acclimate Action 1 Level
Action 2 Action 2 High Action 2 Low Acclimate Action 2 Level
Fire 1 Fire 1 High Fire 1 Low Acclimate Fire 1 Level
Fire 2 Fire 2 High Fire 2 Low Acclimate Fire 2 Level
TABLE 6. ACCLIMATE LEVELS