Gamewell IF600 User manual

IF600
SMARTNET
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM NETWORK
Installation & Operation Manual
The Gamewell Company
60 Pleasant Street Part No. 71646
Ashland, MA 01721 Issue 8/21/98
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PROPRIETARY MATERIAL
The information contained in this manual is proprietary to The Gamewell Company. Such information and
technical drawings may not be copied or reproduced in any manner, or disclosed to organizations that might
be competitive to Gamewell, without the express prior written consent of The Gamewell Company.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Gamewell Company thanks you for choosing the SmartNet system to serve your monitor and control signaling
needs. As with all our products we have taken great care to insure that we have provided a quality Fire Alarm
Control Panel. To receive maximum benefit and many years of reliable service we would like to make the
following recommendations:
1. Read this manual carefully and in it's entirety before proceeding with the installation of the
SmartNet system.
2. Never make any connections with the power connected.
3. Gamewell spends many hours testing devices that are supplied by Gamewell to be used with it's
control panels to verify compatibility. To maximize system performance, and minimize risk of
damage to the equipment, we suggest using all Gamewell Components.
4. There is no substitute for proper maintenance and testing of this or any life safety product.
Gamewell recommends testing and maintenance of your SmartNet system in accordance with the
guidelines set forth by the National Fire Protection Association, to be done on a regular basis, as a
minimum.
5. This manual should be stored with the SmartNet System for future reference, and should not be
removed, providing reference to the operation and programming of the installed SmartNet System.
Thank you again for choosing Gamewell. If you have any comments regarding your SmartNet Network system or
other Gamewell products, please feel free to write us at:
The Gamewell Company
Product Marketing Department
60 Pleasant Street
Ashland, MA 01721
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Table of Contents
OVERVIEW: 1
SmartNet System 1
INSTALLATION AND WIRING 1
MSTR-422 Module 1
MSTR-FIB Module 1
SIM-422 Module 1
SIM-422/FIB Module 1
SIM-FIB Module 2
Printer Interface 2
Environmental Considerations 2
AC Connection 2
Wire Connections 2
Fiber Connections 2
SYSTEM OPERATION : 3
Start Up 3
Title Block 4
Nodes Window 4
Network Data Window 4
Node Data Window 4
Status Windows 4
Password window 5
CONTROLS 5
General 5
Control Buttons 5
Acknowledging 5
Signal Silence 5
Resetting 6
Multiple Alarms and/or Troubles 6
Confirming 6
Deleting 6
Scroll control 6
Trouble 6
Alarm 6
PROGRAMMING 7
Starting The Smartnet Program 7
Exiting The Smartnet Program 7
Updating Smartnet Software 7
New System Load 7
Service Programming 7
Programming Passwords 7
Privileges 8
Configuring the Communication 8
Control By Event 9
Tokenset.txt 9
Programming Nodes 10
Upload/Download Node 10
Download Node 10
Upload Node 10
WatchDog Timer 10
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FLEX 600 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING 11
System Firmware 11
Assigning Node Names 11
Node Name 11
Access Level Three 11
Sensitivity Download 11
APPENDIX A 12
Communication Settings 12
APPENDIX B 13
SmartNet Data stream information 13
APPENDIX C 24
Wiring Diagrams 24
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GAMEWELL SMARTNET SYSTEM
OVERVIEW:
SmartNet System The Gamewell SmartNet system is a Personal Computer based proprietary fire
alarm control system. It is designed to monitor and control up to 250 Flex 600
panels. The SmartNet system consists of either a SN600-PC15, SN600-PC19 or a
SN600-PC19R Computer with a network interface module installed. The central
controller features point and click operation with all programming and control
functions performed from one location. Network status windows indicate the status
of all connected panels. Each panels history is recorded and saved in its own
individual file.
INSTALLATION AND WIRING
MSTR-422 Module The network interface module, part number MSTR-422 is a module that plugs into
the SN600-PCxx bus expansion slot. This card provides an RS-422 communication
medium for the Gamewell Smartnet network. The network card is factory installed
into the second expansion slot. It provides two plug in terminal block connectors at
the rear of the computer console. The right terminal block (JP2) is factory set to
COM 4, Addr 02E8, IRQ7 and the left block (JP1) is set to COM 3, Addr 03E8,
IRQ5 (see appendix A for settings). The SmartNet network wiring terminates to the
connector JP1 (out) which is the Primary Bus and JP2 (return) which is the
Secondary Bus. Refer to installation drawing A-M1095 in appendix B. Four LED’s
are provided to indicate the status of the communications (See A-M1095 in
appendix B for details).
MSTR-FIB Module The MSTR-FIB modules provides the same features as the MSTR-422 with the
exception of the connections to the network. The MSTR-FIB module connects to the
network nodes via two fiber optic cables. The fiber optic connection will allow a
node to be located up to 1.2 miles (2Km) apart Transit/`receive left side is the
primary connection and the transmit/ receive right is the secondary bus.
sNote: Do not connect or disconnect the
ribbon cable when power is applied to the
panel.
sNote: Refer to drawing D-W1164
SIM-422 Module The SIM-422 module mounts on the bus driver card of the IF600 system (node),
providing a hard wired connection to the network. It is connected to the CPU ‘s
ISBX0 connector with a 34 pin ribbon cable that supplies power and data. An eight
position DIP switch is used to set node addresses. Set the appropriate binary
switches to the open position to select an address for the node. Two LED’s are
provided to indicate communication. LED1 indicates Network communication and
LED2 indicates Node communication.
SIM-422/FIB Module The SIM-422/FIB Module provides the same features as the SIM-422 module with
exception to the hard wired connection to the to the JP2 port. JP2 is removed and
replaced with a fiber optic connection R1 and T1. These designate transmit and
receive connections for the fiber optic cables.
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SIM-FIB Module The SIM-FIB Module provides the same features as the SIM-422 module with
exception to the hard wired connections. Both hardwired connections are replaced
with fiber optic connections. R1 and T1 replace the JP1 connector. R2 and T2
replace the JP2 connector
Printer Interface A parallel printer interface is provided for use with the SN600-PTR printer. This
must be connected and on-line to prevent a printer trouble from being displayed.
Environmental
Considerations The SmartNet control panel should be located in a clean and cool environment
(Consult the PC owners manual for details).
AC Connection Remove the cover of the handy box on the rear of the SN600-PCxx and connect per
drawing A-M1094-1 in appendix B. Connect the A.C. power to a surge protection
device or U.P.S. (un-interuptable power supply).
sNote: Consult PC manual for power requirements.
Wire Connections The network interconnecting cable should consist of a shielded 4 conductor twisted
pair cable. Each pair may be individually shielded, or the two pairs may be enclosed
in a single shield. To assure reliable performance the following should apply:
Nominal Impedance 60 Ohms
Max. Capacitance - between pairs 15.5 pf/foot
Max. Capacitance - conductor to shield 28 pf/foot
Max. Wire Resistance 80 ohms/Km
Max. Shield Resistance 15 ohms/Km
Max. Wire Length 4000 feet
Fiber Connections Provisions for using fiber optic cable are also available for the node connections.
Max. Fiber Length 1.2 Miles (2 Km)
Max. Fiber dB loss 7 dB (incl.. connectors)
sNote: Feed and return wiring must be run in separate conduits..
sNote: All wiring entering and leaving buildings must be wired through
surge protection devices.
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SYSTEM OPERATION :
Start Up The SmartNet system is setup and programmed at the factory. When the SmartNet
computer is turned on, the program will run a series of self diagnostics tests and
then polls the network, communicating to the nodes assigned in the NODES
program. After the initial startup adding or deleting nodes will be done through a
separate maintenance program.
Figure 1
VISUAL STATUS DISPLAY
Gamewell SmartNet (6NMXXXXXX) (Current Date and Time)
Suprervisory Alarms 0
Trouble 0
Alarms 0
Silenced Nodes 0
↑
↓
↑
↓
↓
↑
↓
↑
↓
1
2
3
4
5
Nodes
Network Data
↑
↓
Version
Delete
Confirm
Delete
Confirm
Delete
Confirm
Acknowledge
Sig. Sil
Reset
Password
Password
Window
Network or
Node Data
Window
Control
Buttons
Nodes
Window
Status Windows
Control
Buttons
Title Block
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VISUAL STATUS DISPLAY (cont.)
Title Block
(Top of Screen) Displays the current time, date, and software version.
Nodes Window Displays the node unit numbers connected to the SmartNet network. A highlighted
bar across the number means that that node unit is selected for direct access.
Network Data Window
(without a Node Selected) Displays network data as it occurs in all nodes connected to the SmartNet network.
The window will have a gray background and display all the events from all the
connected nodes.
Node Data Window
(with Node selected) Displays specific data from the node selected. The window will have a blue
background and display only the events from one node. The operator must be in this
mode to perform system functions such as acknowledge, reset, and signal silence.
This mode is also used to program nodes and review history from a single panel.
Data will appear exactly as it would on the units LCD display and contain a node
name (if programmed) on the line directly above the user text.
Status Windows There are four status windows that display various conditions of the network. They
show alarms, supervisory alarms, troubles and silenced circuits. The title block for
each window will display the number of conditions that exist for that category and
the node numbers that need to be acknowledged The window will display the node
number of the device or circuit in abnormal condition, the time and date the event
occurred and the status of the condition.
When an abnormal condition (alarm, supervisory or trouble) occurs, the operator is
prompted to confirm and acknowledge the condition. To confirm the condition,
highlight the abnormal condition within the window by moving the cursor to the
desired message and pressing the left mouse button. The Confirm or Delete buttons
will become active. When either is selected, the operator is the prompted to enter a
password. When the proper password is entered the system will confirm the receipt
of the abnormal condition and an asterisk will appear at the right of the message
(see figure 2). Each message must be confirmed. When an abnormal condition
restores, an arrow is displayed to the left of the message. When this is displayed the
operator must delete the message. Highlight the message, click on the delete button
and enter the proper password.
The password access level is available for use during the 15 seconds following entry
or use of the password. This allows the operator to acknowledge, signal silence,
reset, confirm and delete messages within this time frame. If no activity is sensed
within 15 seconds, the operator must re-enter the password to access these functions.
Each window will display the associated event along with the node, time and date
and status from top to bottom in the order received.
Figure 2
Sample Status Window
→→ 0: (3:28:57 PM 4-6-98) Secondary Bus Error*
2: (3:29:05 PM 4-6-98) Node Communication Failure*
4: (3:29:12 PM 4-6-98) Node Communication Failure
Sample Status Window
→→ Indicates
Condition
Has Restored
↑
↓
Node Number Time And Date Status Condition * Indicates
Confirmed Status
Condition
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Password window The password window will appear when the user is trying to perform a control
function. The password characters will appear as asterisks in the password window
when entered. The passwords are a combination of numbers and letters from three to
ten characters long. A separate maintenance program under the service menu is used
to program passwords.
The default passwords are as follows:
ONE
TWO
THREE
FOUR
FIVE
SIX
GAMEWELL
CONTROLS
General To perform any functions on a network node, click the mouse on that unit’s number
in the node window. If the node is in the normal condition clicking the mouse on
the node number will allow direct communication to the node selected to perform
monitoring, programming, and history recall functions. When a unit is selected the
network data window will have a blue background. The title block for the network
display window will change from “network data” to “node # data”. The number for
the selected unit will have a black bar through it. The data window will show the
last message received from that node. Click on another unit’s number to redirect
communication , or the current unit’s number to go back to the network data mode.
Control Buttons Control buttons are only present when the unit is selected and the associated action
can be taken.
Acknowledge: Acknowledges alarms and troubles and silences the panel audible.
Reset: Resets alarm and trouble conditions.
Signal Silence: Turns on and off the local indicating circuits (toggle function).
Delete: Deletes messages from the status window one at a time
Confirm: Confirms that a message was received.
Acknowledging When an alarm or trouble condition is received, the user will be prompted with an
acknowledge button. When the user clicks the mouse on the acknowledge button the
password window will appear above the data window (See Figure 1). The user must
then enter the correct password, which shows up as asterisks, and hit the enter key
on the keypad. The console will emit a short steady-tone audible indicating the
correct password and the condition will be acknowledged. The user will then be
prompted with a reset button. (Certain troubles such as class A need to be reset.) For
an alarm condition a signal silence button will be available with an additional
password needed. If the user enters the incorrect password, the user will have to
click the button again to activate the password window.
Signal Silence The Signal silence button is used to toggle the active indicating circuits,
programmed to silence when this function is used. Use of this button requires
password access. The circuits that have been silenced will be displayed in the
“Silenced Nodes” status window.
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Resetting When an alarm or trouble condition is acknowledged, the user will be prompted with
a reset button. When the user clicks the mouse on the reset button, a reset password
window will appear above the data window. The user must then enter the correct
password and hit the enter key on the keypad. The console will emit a short steady
tone audible indicating the correct password, the condition will be reset, and the title
above the associated status window will change from red to black. (Certain troubles
such as class A faults also need to be reset.) If the user enters the incorrect
password, the user will have to click the reset button again to activate the password
window.
Multiple Alarms and/or
Troubles Every alarm, supervisory or trouble must be acknowledged and confirmed before the
console silences. If an alarm condition(s) exists when a trouble condition is received,
the trouble will be displayed in the status. All alarms will be displayed in the alarm
status display box, all troubles will be displayed in the trouble status display box and
all supervisory alarms will be displayed in the supervisory alarm status display box.
Confirming When a condition is displayed in a status window the related audible will sound and
the confirm button will be visible. Select the desired item with the mouse and click
on the confirm button. A confirmed item will have an asterisk at the right side of the
confirmed events. All events must be confirmed. [Password required]
Deleting When a condition shown in a status window has been corrected or eliminated the
item in the window will be marked with an arrow on the left side. and the delete
button will be visible. use the mouse button to select the item in the window, then
click on the delete button. [Password required]
Scroll control Allows user to scroll through data, status data, in a specific windows. Place the
mouse on the arrows to advance one line at a time in the desired direction. Place the
mouse on the upper or lower half of the scroll bar to advance one message block at a
time.
Trouble If the network is in a normal condition and a trouble condition is received from a
node, the SmartNet console will sound a slow intermittent audible, the network data
window will go into the direct access mode for the node displaying the trouble
message from the console, the trouble status window will display the trouble
condition with the title in red, and the user will be prompted with an acknowledge
button.
Alarm If the network is in a normal condition and an alarm condition is received from a
node, the SmartNet console will sound a three pulse coded audible, the network data
window will go into the direct access mode displaying the alarm message from the
node, the alarm status window will display the alarm condition and the user will be
prompted with an acknowledge button.
Table 1
Audible Indications
CONDITION AUDIBLE TONE
Alarm Code 3, Temporal
Trouble .5 sec on, 3.5 sec off, repeat
Supervisory .5 sec on, .5 sec off, .5 sec on, 2.5 sec off, repeat
Delete .5 sec on, 6.5 sec off, repeat
Watchdog Steady
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PROGRAMMING
Programming from the SmartNet console is performed exactly the same way as from the unit itself once the
SmartNet console is in the direct access mode for that unit.
Starting The Smartnet
Program Start the SmartNet program by typing SmartNet at the root directory prompt. The
SmartNet Program will automatically start when the computer is booted up.
Exiting The Smartnet
Program Using the mouse, place the cursor in the top right hand corner of the screen and
click the left mouse button. When the system prompts for the password, enter the
level 6 password in the password.ini file. (default is Gamewell)
Updating Smartnet
Software Software updates (part number SN600-SW) will be supplied on a 3.5” floppy disk.
To update the SmartNet software it is necessary to exit the SmartNet program.
1) Close down the SmartNet program and shut power off on the computer.
2) Turn power back on the computer and press the F5 key when you see Starting
MS-DOS on the screen.
3) Put disk into floppy drive, type A: [return], type UPGRADE [return]
4) Answer Yes when the screen asks if you wish to replace existing file.
5) Reboot the computer to start the network.
New System Load 1) Make sure that there is no SmartNet directory in the computer.
2) Put disk into floppy drive, type A:[return], type INSTALL [return]
3) Follow directions on the screen.
4) Power down and power up the computer to start the network.
Service Programming In the SmartNet directory the installer can change the system and network
parameters. Passwords, Privileges assigned to functions, Communication parameters
and Node assignments are configured in this area.
Programming Passwords To change passwords, exit the SmartNet program. At the SmartNet prompt type:
EDIT PASSWORD [return]. This will load the password initiation file into the DOS
text editor. The file will look like this:
ONE,1,USER_ONE
TWO,2,USER_TWO
THREE,3,USER_THREE
FOUR,4,USER_FOUR
FIVE,5,USER_FIVE
SIX,6,USER_SIX
GAMEWELL,6,GAMEWELL
The type written number represents the password, the numeric number represents
the password access level (1-6) and the user_number is the identification assignment
for the user of the password.. All letters must be upper case and each field must be
separated with a comma. These assignments allow access to the various functions of
the SmartNet and display the identity of the user when accessed. Access levels can
be assigned from 1 to 6 and the user_number can be changed to represent the
individual accessing the function. The password and user_name must be 3 to 10
characters in length.
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Privileges The file PRIV.INI assigns the various access levels to the SmartNet functions. There
are six access levels of passwords that can be assigned. The following is the default
access levels assigned to the various functions.
RESET = 3
ACK = 3
PRINTER = 2
SILENCE = 3
COMM = 2
BUS = 2
EXIT = 6
DELETE = 3
CONFIRM = 3
MAINT = 5
CommLogParm=COM2:9600,n,8,1,RS,CS0,CD0,DS0 (this line is present only
when the serial data output is used.)
HEARTBEAT=YES/NO (Heartbeat refers to the supervision of the computers serial
port. When YES is used the system will output NODE 0 SYSTEM NORMAL every
2 minutes). If NO is selected the heartbeat information is not transmitted.
Assigning various levels of access to these functions can be accomplished by
changing the associated number.
Configuring the
Communication The COMM.INI file allows the configuration of the SmartNet communications
ports. The default configuration is as follows:
nbs10cards = 2
nbs10io1 = &H3E8
nbs10irq1 = 5
nbs10freq = 18.432
nbs10io2 = &H2E8
nbs10irq2 = 7
nbs10freq2 = 18.432
baudRate = 19200
maxRetries = 0
timeout1 = 150
timeout2 = 300
The “nbs10cards = “ statement defines Class A or Class B wiring. 1 = Class B, 2 =
Class A. All other entries in this file should not be changed.
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Control By Event To program control by event functions between nodes, exit the SmartNet program
and at the SmartNet prompt type: TOKENSET.EXE. This will start the program
that allows the user to assign alarms from any node on the system to activate any
output on any other node of the system. This file can be programmed to activate on
individual alarms or any alarm from a circuit in a node. The user enters a node
number, a circuit number, and device number. By typing ALL in the device category
the program will respond to any alarm from that circuit. Outputs are programmed 1
to 254 These outputs correspond to input circuits 57 and 58 in the target node with
126 devices per circuit respectively (circuit 57 is 1-126, circuit 58 is 129-254).
Example: An alarm from node #1, circuit #4, device #12, that activates node #2,
circuit # 57, device #1 would look like this:
Control by event will be programmed using the CBE programming in the individual
nodes. In the above example the user would program node #2, circuit #57, device #1
to a specific input group that would activate and output group corresponding to the
input from node #1.
Tokenset.txt Type the numbers in the selected areas. Type ALL (capital letters) in the device area
for every “Fire Alarm” device on a circuit to generate a token. Arrow keys are used
to move up and down through selected areas. Plus and minus keys are used to add or
delete in selected areas (confirmation window will appear if delete id selected).
LIST will print out a list of the tokenset programming.
OK will save and exit the program.
CANCEL will exit without saving.
Note: The TOKENSET.EXE file can be run on another computer and the resulting
TOKENSET.TXT file can be copied to the SMARTNET directory of the network
computer.
THIS ALARM --------------------------------------------------------- SENDS THIS TOKEN
NODE NODE
CIRCUIT TOKEN
DEVICE
1 < > + -
12 < > + -
4 < > + -
2 < > + -
1 < > + -
LIST OK CANCEL
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Programming Nodes To add or delete nodes, exit the SmartNet program and at the SmartNet prompt type:
NODES [return]. This will start the maintenance program that allows the user to
add or delete nodes.
(the default configuration is as follows)
1
2
3
To add or delete a node, add or delete the number of the node to the list. After
adding or deleting nodes click on the save button to write the new configuration to
memory.
Upload/Download Node The SmartNet console automatically creates and retrieves the associated files for the
Node. If an operator tries to upload a file that doesn’t exist (hasn’t been
downloaded) the console will display an error message.
NOTE: The network must be free of alarm and trouble conditions before attempting
to transfer files. If an alarm or trouble is received during a download the file transfer
will be aborted and will have to be re-downloaded when the panel is clear. If an
alarm or trouble is received during an upload, a resume upload button will be
available when the panel is clear.
Download Node Put the SmartNet console in the direct access mode for the satellite unit that you
want to transfer from by clicking the mouse on the node number in the node
window. Press the enter key to get the password prompt from that panel. Select the
display option of the system menu. Select either dictionary or configuration then the
download option. The transfer will begin automatically. When transferring a
dictionary file the data window will have a green background. When retrieving a
configuration file the data window will have a red background.
Upload Node Put the SmartNet console in the direct access mode for the satellite unit that you
want to transfer from by clicking the mouse on the node number in the node
window. Press the enter key to get the password prompt from that panel. Select the
change option of the system menu. Select either dictionary or configuration then the
upload option. The transfer will begin automatically. When transferring a dictionary
file the data window will have a green background. When uploading a configuration
file the data window will have a red background.
WatchDog Timer A built in WatchDog timer monitors the transmission of data from the network
master. Should data be interrupted for more than 15 seconds, the sounder on the
MSTR-422 will sound steady and can’t be silenced until the network resumes
communication.
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FLEX 600 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING
System Firmware The Flex Systems that are connected to a network require network firmware. This
firmware has a menu selection that is not available on the standard firmware. This
menu selection allows the installer to assign a node name to the system up to 20
characters long.
Assigning Node Names From the System Programming Menu select Change, Menu2. The Selections under
this menu will include a selection labeled Node. This selection will allow the
installer to assign a name to the node that may consist of up to 20 characters. This
assignment can be changed from the front panel of the system, the network
controller or by connecting a laptop computer to the system.
Change Menu 2
1=City 2=Sig Sil 3=Ann 4=Trbl
5=Dialer 6=Prefix 7=Node 0=Exit
>7
Current Node Name Is:
Enter New Node Name:
60 Pleasant St.
Do You Want To Clear Node Name (Y/N)?
N
New Node Name Is:
60 Pleasant St.
Press Any Key To Continue
Node Name The Node name is transmitted to the network controller each time a change of status
occurs. This name can be used to give the user an instant reference to the panels
location.
Access Level Three It is possible to access Bypass and Sensitivity Download programming from the
SmartNet controller without entering the programming mode. When access level
three password is entered, the user will have access to the bypass and sensitivity
download menus only.
Sensitivity Download When detector sensitivity download is selected from the level three access level the
SmartNet controller will receive the file and save it on the A:> drive. If there is no
disk in the A:> drive the sensitivity will become part of the NODE.TXT file.
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APPENDIX A
Communication Settings
Base Address HEX COM Port SW1 SW2 SW3
03F8 COM 1
03D8 COM 1 **
03E8 (S1 Default) COM 3 **
03C8 COM 3 ** **
02F8 COM 2 **
02D8 COM 2 ** **
02E8 (S1 & 3 Default) COM 4 ** **
02C8 COM 4 ** ** **
** Indicates switch closed
IRQ # SW 4 SW 5 SW 6 SW 7 SW 8
2**
3**
4**
5 (S1 Default) **
7 (S2 Default) ** ** Indicates switch closed
sNote: S1 is used to select the settings of the JP1 port and S2 is used to
select the settings of the JP2 port.
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APPENDIX B
SmartNet Data stream information
All of the messages sent from the networked FACPs (Nodes) are available for use by external equipment. The
Gamewell SmartNet system information consists of straight ascii data from the comm. port of the Network Master
Computer. The data stream is transmitted in the following RS-232 structure and format. The data is transmitted
from the computer “in the blind”, there is no handshaking between the computer and the data receiver. In order for
the receiver to supervise the data connection, the computer will send a “heart beat” message every two minutes.
The computer cannot detect a device connected to the comm. port. These parameters can be changed in the
PRIV.INI file.
COM1
Transmission speed 9600 Baud
Bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
The message text output will be in the following structure. (sample message)
Node 1
Status:ALARM 1st of 1 08/31/95 16:25
Fire Alarm in Ckt:26 Dev:16
Administration Building
Fire Alarm Heat Detector
1st. Floor Room Number 101
All messages are structured with up to10 basic groups. The first three lines will always be present,
the last three lines will only be present when the information they provide is programmed into the
FACP.
.NODE NUMBER
STATUS NUMBER OF ALARMS DATE & TIME
ACTION CIRCUIT NUMBER DEVICE NUMBER
NODE NAME
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
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NODE NUMBER:
The Node Number Section will show the number (address) of the FACP where the message
originated. Node 0 messages originate from the Network Master computer.
When “Heartbeat” is enabled in the PRIV.INI file, a Node 0 message will be generated every two
(2) minutes so the attached equipment can detect that communications with the Master are still
active
NODE NUMBER
STATUS NUMBER OF ALARMS DATE & TIME
ACTION CIRCUIT NUMBER DEVICE NUMBER
NODE NAME
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
STATUS:
The status section will display the condition of the reporting Node. The word Status: will be
followed by either Alarm, Fault, Normal., Bus, Comm, or Control.
NODE NUMBER
STATUS NUMBER OF ALARMS DATE & TIME
ACTION CIRCUIT NUMBER DEVICE NUMBER
NODE NAME
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
NUMBER OF ALARMS
The number of alarms will be a running count of alarms generated. In an example the first alarm
generated will display 1st of 1 the second alarm would generate 2nd, and the third 3rd, and so
on.
NODE NUMBER
STATUS NUMBER OF ALARMS DATE & TIME
ACTION CIRCUIT NUMBER DEVICE NUMBER
NODE NAME
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
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DATE & TIME
The date and time of the event will be in the following format Month/day/year hour: minute
The hour is transmitted in 24 hour format.
NODE NUMBER
STATUS NUMBER OF ALARMS DATE & TIME
ACTION CIRCUIT NUMBER DEVICE NUMBER
NODE NAME
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
ACTION
The ACTION message determines the type of alarm, fault or control change generated within the node.
The following is a list of system generated ACTION messages:
NODE NUMBER
STATUS NUMBER OF ALARMS DATE & TIME
ACTION CIRCUIT NUMBER DEVICE NUMBER
NODE NAME
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
UP TO 40 CHARACTERS OF USER DEFINABLE TEXT
Action Messages, System Setup Description
"Skip System I/O Assignments" System power up
"Begin System I/O Assignments" System programming itself
"Programming Mode Entered" Ignore any data from this point until “Exit Program
Mode” is received
"Exit Program Mode" See Programming Mode Entered
Action Messages, Control Description
"Commencing System Reset" System reset button has been depressed
"System Idle" System reset completed system is normal
"System Acknowledged" System Acknowledge button depressed
"Signals Deactivated" System Signal Silence button depressed Audibles
Silencing
"Signals Activated" System Signal Silence button depressed Audibles
reactivating,
"Signals Silenced Automatically" System automatically silenced the audible signals
Action Messages, Fire Alarm Description
"Fire Alarm in" The "Fire Alarm in" message is followed by CKT
followed by the "circuit number" ( I -128). If also
an addressable CKT this will be followed by DEV
and the "device number" (1-126) See Examples
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