Faraday MPC-6000 User manual

Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.
8 Fernwood Road • Florham Park, NJ 07932
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MPC-6000 / MPC-7000 / RND-2
Fire Alarm System Control Unit
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................................... 1
CONTROL UNIT LIMITATIONS.........................................................................................................................................1
INSTALLATION AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.....................................................................................................2
Installer Information: ..........................................................................................................................................................2
Original Purchaser Information:.........................................................................................................................................2
PREFACE...............................................................................................................................................................................3
DESCRIPTIONS........................................................................................................................................................ 4
MPC-6000 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................4
Power Supply.......................................................................................................................................................................4
X1 Addressable Device Circuit............................................................................................................................................4
Notification Appliance Circuits ...........................................................................................................................................5
Serial Interface Circuit........................................................................................................................................................5
Status Relays........................................................................................................................................................................5
Programming Port...............................................................................................................................................................5
MPC-7000 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................6
Power Supply.......................................................................................................................................................................6
X1 Addressable Device Circuits ..........................................................................................................................................6
Notification Appliance Circuits ...........................................................................................................................................7
Serial Interface Circuit........................................................................................................................................................7
Status Relays........................................................................................................................................................................7
Programming Port...............................................................................................................................................................7
RND-2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION.........................................................................................................................................8
Power Supply.......................................................................................................................................................................8
Serial Interface Circuit........................................................................................................................................................9
Status Relays........................................................................................................................................................................9
Programming Port...............................................................................................................................................................9
OPTIONAL MODULES ......................................................................................................................................................10
CT-1K City Tie Board (MPC-6000 / MPC-7000 / RND-2) ...............................................................................................10
MPC-DACT DACT Board (MPC-6000 / MPC-7000 / RND-2).........................................................................................10
NPE-1 Transformer Assembly (MPC-6000 / MPC-7000) .................................................................................................10
NEM-1 NAC Expansion Board (MPC-7000).....................................................................................................................10
LEM-1 Loop Expander Board (MPC-7000)......................................................................................................................10
FDLC Loop Driver Board (MPC-7000)............................................................................................................................10
HBC-1 Battery Charger (MPC-7000)................................................................................................................................10
Battery Sets........................................................................................................................................................................10
AUXILIARY MODULES....................................................................................................................................................11
Serial LCD Annunciator....................................................................................................................................................11
Serial Relay Unit and Serial Relay Extender.....................................................................................................................11
Serial Annunciator Unit and Serial Annunciator Extender...............................................................................................11
RSE-300 Remote Signal Expander.....................................................................................................................................11
X1 ADDRESSABLE DEVICES ..........................................................................................................................................12
Fire Smart™ Smoke Detector............................................................................................................................................12
Heat Detectors...................................................................................................................................................................12
Addressable Modules (Monitor and Control)....................................................................................................................12
Manual Stations.................................................................................................................................................................12
Programming X1 Devices..................................................................................................................................................12
EVENT HISTORY...............................................................................................................................................................13
GENERAL DESIGN FEATURES.......................................................................................................................................14
Environmental....................................................................................................................................................................14
Power Limiting ..................................................................................................................................................................14
Ground Fault Detection.....................................................................................................................................................14

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NAC Operation..................................................................................................................................................................14
Transient Protection..........................................................................................................................................................14
Security Features...............................................................................................................................................................14
REGULATORY STANDARDS...........................................................................................................................................15
Federal Communications Commission..............................................................................................................................15
Underwriters Laboratories................................................................................................................................................15
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................................................16
Environmental....................................................................................................................................................................16
Primary Supply..................................................................................................................................................................16
Secondary and Trouble Power Supply...............................................................................................................................16
Auxiliary Power Outputs ...................................................................................................................................................16
Status Relays......................................................................................................................................................................16
Notification Appliance Circuits .........................................................................................................................................17
Serial Interface Circuit......................................................................................................................................................17
X1 Addressable Device Circuits ........................................................................................................................................17
City Tie (Optional City Tie Board P/N CT-1K).................................................................................................................18
DACT Circuit (Optional DACT Board MPC-DACT)........................................................................................................18
Additional Transformer (Optional Transformer Assembly NPE-1)...................................................................................18
CONTROL UNIT OPERATION............................................................................................................................... 19
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................................................19
Standby Condition..............................................................................................................................................................19
Alarm Conditions...............................................................................................................................................................19
Trouble Conditions............................................................................................................................................................20
Supervisory Conditions......................................................................................................................................................21
Pre-Alarm Conditions........................................................................................................................................................21
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................21
ADDITIONAL OPERATING PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................22
Lamp Test...........................................................................................................................................................................22
Drill ...................................................................................................................................................................................22
Recall.................................................................................................................................................................................22
Alert...................................................................................................................................................................................22
History...............................................................................................................................................................................23
MPC-6000 / MPC-7000 / RND-2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................24
Alarm Operation................................................................................................................................................................24
Authorized Personnel Only................................................................................................................................................24
Trouble Operation .............................................................................................................................................................24
Normal Standby Condition ................................................................................................................................................24
RDC-2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................................................25
Alarm Operation................................................................................................................................................................25
Authorized Personnel Only................................................................................................................................................25
Trouble Operation .............................................................................................................................................................25
Normal Standby Condition ................................................................................................................................................25
CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................... 26
PARTS SUPPLIED – MPC-6000 / MPC-7000 / RND-2 .....................................................................................................26
Enclosure Packages (Black or Red)...................................................................................................................................26
Electronics Package MPC-6000 / MPC-7000...................................................................................................................26
Electronics Package RND-2..............................................................................................................................................26
With NPE-1 Transformer Package....................................................................................................................................26
CAUTION ............................................................................................................................................................................26
CONTROL UNIT LOCATION............................................................................................................................................27
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................................27
ENCLOSURE MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................................27
MPC-6000 and RND-2 Enclosure Mounting Pictures.......................................................................................................28
MPC-7000 Enclosure Mounting Pictures..........................................................................................................................29
Remove Knock-Outs...........................................................................................................................................................29
Main Board Installation – P/N MPC6-MB / MPC7-MB....................................................................................................30
Bridge Rectifier Installation – P/N 130-PM3223 ..............................................................................................................31

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Transformer Mounting – P/N NPE-1.................................................................................................................................32
Loop Driver Board(s) Mounting – P/N FDLC...................................................................................................................33
Display Board Installation – P/N MPC-DB or RND2-DB ................................................................................................34
Ground Wire Installation – P/N 600-149373....................................................................................................................34
SYSTEM WIRING.................................................................................................................................................... 35
AC Supply Connection.......................................................................................................................................................35
Battery Installation............................................................................................................................................................36
Powering the Control Unit ................................................................................................................................................36
Optional Modules ..............................................................................................................................................................36
Check System Operation....................................................................................................................................................36
WIRING................................................................................................................................................................................36
Control Unit Wiring Overview...........................................................................................................................................37
Wiring Entering Enclosure................................................................................................................................................37
Install Wiring.....................................................................................................................................................................37
Wiring Separation..............................................................................................................................................................38
Primary And Secondary Power Wiring .............................................................................................................................39
Status Relays And Auxiliary Power Outputs Wiring..........................................................................................................39
MPC-6000 System Power Requirements (Does not include NAC power).........................................................................40
RND-2 System Power Requirements..................................................................................................................................40
MPC-7000 System Power Requirement (Does not include NAC power)...........................................................................40
Auxiliary Power Supply.....................................................................................................................................................41
Battery Size Calculations...................................................................................................................................................41
NAC Wiring .......................................................................................................................................................................42
Serial Interface Circuit......................................................................................................................................................43
Serial Remote Device Wiring Overview.............................................................................................................................44
X1 Addresable Device Circuit(s).......................................................................................................................................45
X1 Addressable Device Wiring Diagrams.........................................................................................................................46
PROGRAMMING THE CONTROL UNIT................................................................................................................ 48
KEYPAD PROGRAMMING...............................................................................................................................................48
PC PROGRAMMING..........................................................................................................................................................48
PROGRAMMING SECURITY............................................................................................................................................48
MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................... 49
GENERAL............................................................................................................................................................................49
QUICK TEST .......................................................................................................................................................................50
APPENDIX-A: REFERENCE DATA....................................................................................................................... 51
WIRE SELECTION GUIDES..............................................................................................................................................51
Resistance of Solid Copper Wire .......................................................................................................................................51
Notification Appliance Circuit Wire Selection Guide........................................................................................................51
Maximum Wire Loop Distance (Feet)................................................................................................................................51
Addressable Device Circuit Wire Selection Guide ............................................................................................................52
Line Resistance Graph.......................................................................................................................................................52
BATTERY SIZE CALCULATIONS...................................................................................................................................53
MPC-6000 Current Calculations.......................................................................................................................................53
RND-2 Current Calculations.............................................................................................................................................53
MPC-7000 Current Calculation........................................................................................................................................53
Auxiliary Module Battery Calculations .............................................................................................................................55
Device Current Calculations .............................................................................................................................................55
Total System Currents........................................................................................................................................................56
Battery Size........................................................................................................................................................................56
APPENDIX-B: COMPATIBLE DEVICES................................................................................................................ 57
DEVICES FOR ADDRESSABLE DEVICE CIRCUITS.....................................................................................................57
Faraday X1 Manual Pull Stations .....................................................................................................................................57
Faraday X1 Modules .........................................................................................................................................................57
Faraday X1 Photo Electric Detectors................................................................................................................................57
Faraday X1 Bases..............................................................................................................................................................57
Faraday X1 Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................57

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DEVICES FOR NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE CIRCUITS..............................................................................................58
Notification Appliances......................................................................................................................................................58
Accessory Devices..............................................................................................................................................................61
DEVICES FOR AUXILIARY POWER OUTPUTS............................................................................................................61
Door Holders.....................................................................................................................................................................61
Relays.................................................................................................................................................................................61
APPENDIX-C: TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................... 62
DEFINITIONS FOR EVENT HISTORY ENTRIES ...........................................................................................................62
A. General..........................................................................................................................................................................62
B. System Troubles.............................................................................................................................................................63
C. System Events................................................................................................................................................................64
APPENDIX-D: MODULE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LIST........................................................................ 65
APPENDIX-E: GLOSSARY .................................................................................................................................... 66

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INTRODUCTION
CONTROL UNIT LIMITATIONS
This control unit may not show an alarm condition without compatible initiating devices (smoke
detectors, etc.) and notification devices (horn, lights, etc.) connected to it. Electrical ratings of
the initiation and notification appliances must be compatible with the electrical ratings of the
control unit and must be properly interconnected. The wiring used for interconnection must be
large enough to carry the total current for all appliances without excessive voltage drop. The
RND-2 will not indicate alarm conditions without being connected to and configured correctly
on an MPC-NET2 network.
The control unit must be connected to a dedicated primary electrical source that has a high
degree of reliability and adequate capacity for this control unit. The only means of
disconnecting this power source shall be available only to authorized personnel and clearly
marked "Fire Alarm Circuit Control".
The control unit must also have connected to it a battery set (24V) that has enough capacity to
properly operate the system for 24 or 60 (depending on system type) hours standby and 5
minutes alarm per NFPA 72 (chapter 1). These batteries do lose capacity with age. Batteries
must be replaced when they fail to provide the control unit with the required standby and alarm
power or after 4 years, whichever happens first. These batteries must be checked for
performance at least two (2) times a year or more often if local requirements dictate.
Fire alarm control units cannot last forever. Even though this control unit was made to last for
the expected life of the fire alarm system, any part could fail at any time. Therefore a regular
test program should be followed and documented to make sure that each part of the system is
tested as in Chapter 7 of NFPA 72 or more often if dictated by local code requirements.
Malfunctioning units must be replaced or repaired immediately by factory authorized service
personnel.
This control unit is designed to show an alarm condition when the initiating devices
connected to it detect specific conditions. These conditions may or may not represent a life-
threatening condition. Also, evacuation of a building or area unnecessarily may subject
individuals to an unnecessary hazard. Therefore, it is most important that the building owner,
manager, or representative promulgate, distribute, and/or post instructions describing steps
to be taken when the fire alarm control unit signals an alarm condition. These instructions
should be developed in cooperation and conformance with representatives of the local
authority having jurisdiction.
As a backup or precautionary measure, it is strongly suggested that one of these steps should
be to notify the local fire department of an abnormal condition even where the DACT option (or
similar device) is included in the system.

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INSTALLATION AND WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty Information: Faraday (the Manufacturer) provides a limited warranty to the original
purchaser of this product. The original purchaser is the party to whom the manufacturer issued
its sales order, generally the manufacturer's distribution. In order to preserve this warranty, it is
important that only persons who have been properly trained and authorized by the
manufacturer service the product.
Other parties involved in the installation of this product may have also provided a warranty,
which may be different from that of the manufacturer. The manufacturer will only be
responsible to the original purchaser and only for the manufacturer's own warranty. For further
information regarding the manufacturers warranty, contact the original purchaser.
OWNER'S MANUAL: The owner's manual does not purport to cover all the details or variations
in the equipment described, nor does it provide for every possible contingency to be met in
connection with installation, operation and maintenance. All specifications subject to change
without notice. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which
are not covered sufficiently, the matter should be referred to the installer or original purchaser
listed below.
Installer Information:
Installer:
Company:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone:
Date installed:
Installer's signature:
Original Purchaser Information:
Company:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone:
Date purchased:
Purchaser's purchase order number:
Faraday sales order acknowledgment number:
Original purchaser's signature:

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PREFACE
Along with the use of this instruction manual, the appropriate following standards and the
manufacturer's instructions for initiating and notification devices should be used to install and
maintain a functioning fire alarm signaling system.
NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
For other standards that may apply contact the authority having jurisdiction.
For NFPA publications, contact:
National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

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DESCRIPTIONS
MPC-6000 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The MPC-6000 is a modular fire alarm control unit. It features advanced addressable
detection, programming, and memory capability. Its base configuration includes a power
supply, an X1 addressable device circuit, four/two notification circuits (NAC), serial interface
circuit, four status relays and a programming port.
The MPC-6000 control unit mounts in a 22" x 18" backbox with overall cover size of 22-9/32" x
18-3/8". Operating controls and indicators are mounted on the inside hinged plate. An 80
(4x20) – alphanumeric character LCD provides specific indications for addressable devices
while LEDs indicate general panel status.
Semi-flush mounting kits are available for the enclosure.
The main board mounts in the rear of the enclosure. The power supply is physically contiguous
with the main board. The MPC-6000 main board (MPC6-MB) provides the connections for
external field wiring. Optional boards mount on the main board or on the rear of the enclosure.
The display board mounts on the inner-hinged plate.
All normal operation is controlled via a membrane keypad. Displays are provided by an 80-
character, alphanumeric, backlit LCD display and by discrete LED indicators for major control
unit functions.
The 80-character LCD is used to display event data, including alarms and troubles,
identification of zone or device, and presentation of history. The display is controlled by a set of
four push-button switches commanding the control processor. A back light is included in the
display to assure visibility in low light, but to conserve power, it is only activated during a
reported event or on operation of a display control switch.
Individual LEDs on the panel are provided to indicate SYSTEM ALARM, PREALARM,
SUPERVISORY, ALARM SILENCED, SYSTEM TROUBLE and AC POWER ON. Direct push-
button controls are provided for ALARM SILENCE, ACKNOWLEDGE, MENU and SYSTEM
RESET.
Power Supply
A regulated fullwave rectified 24V nominal power supply provides all operating power to the
control unit for both standby and alarm conditions. Sufficient battery charging capability is
available to charge 38.5 AH sealed lead-acid batteries within code requirements for 60 hour
quiescent plus 5 minutes alarm. The cabinet will hold batteries only up to 12 AH. The back-up
battery is 24V, maintained by floating on the power supply. The battery will be automatically
disconnected at low battery voltage to prevent deep discharge.
X1 Addressable Device Circuit
The MPC-6000 control unit has one addressable device circuit utilizing the X1 Detection
Technology. The circuit has the capacity for 252 addresses.