GST GST-IFP4M User manual

GST-IFP4M Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel
Installation and Operation Manual
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CONTENTS
Fire Alarm System Limitations....................................................................................... 1
Installation Precautions.................................................................................................. 3
Notices............................................................................................................................. 5
1Product Introduction ................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Standard Features................................................................................................... 6
1.2 System Limitations .................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Basic Components .................................................................................................. 7
1.4 Optional Components.............................................................................................. 7
1.4.1 LC-401 Single Loop Card.................................................................................. 7
1.4.2 LC-402 Dual Loop Card.................................................................................... 7
1.4.3 P-9966A CAN Class A Network Card................................................................ 7
1.4.4 P-9981 Zone Display Panel .............................................................................. 8
1.4.5 P-9981F Zone Display Panel............................................................................ 8
1.4.6 P-9982 Zone Display and Control Panel........................................................... 8
1.4.7 P-9982F Zone Display and Control Panel......................................................... 8
1.4.8 PR-400 or PR-400B Thermal Printer................................................................. 8
1.4.9 CA-400-R CA-400-W or CA-400-G Cabinet...................................................... 8
1.4.10 P-9983 Fiber-Optical Network Card................................................................ 8
1.4.11 P-9956-Modbus Modbus Card ........................................................................ 8
1.4.12 GST-BAT65-R GST-BAT65-W GST-BAT65-G Battery Box............................. 9
1.5 Peripheral Devices .................................................................................................. 9
Accessories................................................................................................................. 10
1.6 Defining Tool...........................................................................................................11
2Installation.................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 Component Inspection........................................................................................... 12
2.2 Install the Cabinet.................................................................................................. 12
2.2.1 Install the cabinet of panel .............................................................................. 12
2.2.2 Install the cabinet of battery............................................................................ 14
2.3 Install Components................................................................................................ 16
2.3.1 Battery Power ................................................................................................. 16
2.3.2 Installing Circuit modules................................................................................ 18
2.3.3 Installing Zone Display and Control Panel ...................................................... 20
2.3.4 Installing Glass Door....................................................................................... 22
2.3.5 Installation of Labels on the Front Panel......................................................... 23
2.3.6 Installation of Labels on the Zone Display and Control Panel (ZCP) .............. 25
2.4 Start-up Check....................................................................................................... 26
2.5 External Connection.............................................................................................. 26
2.5.1 AC Power Connection..................................................................................... 26

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2.5.2 Battery Connection ......................................................................................... 27
2.5.3 Signaling Line Circuits (SLC) Connection....................................................... 28
2.5.4 Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC) Note: Synchronization of the audible and
visible alarm signal is only provided on a notification circuit basis or on a DI-M9305
controlled zone basis. .............................................................................................. 29
2.5.5 Relays............................................................................................................. 31
2.5.6 INPUT (Limit to non-monitored)...................................................................... 31
2.5.7 CAN Network Connection............................................................................... 32
2.5.8 Optical Network Connection............................................................................ 32
2.5.9 Hybrid Network Connection ............................................................................ 33
2.5.10 Modbus Card Connection ............................................................................. 33
2.5.11 GST-MP Voice Evacuation System Master Panel......................................... 34
2.5.12 GST-MNA2C/GST-MNA2F Network Annunciator.......................................... 34
2.5.13 UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements ........................................................ 35
2.6 Connection Inspection........................................................................................... 37
2.7 Setup FACP and Define Devices........................................................................... 37
2.8 Field Device Commission...................................................................................... 37
3Indication & Control................................................................................................... 38
3.1 LED Indicators....................................................................................................... 38
3.2 Functional keys...................................................................................................... 40
3.3 Service / Program Keys:........................................................................................ 41
3.4 User Interface........................................................................................................ 42
4Operations.................................................................................................................. 45
4.1 Programming on FACP.......................................................................................... 45
4.1.1 Basic Setting................................................................................................... 45
4.1.2 Program.......................................................................................................... 50
4.1.3 Advanced Setting............................................................................................ 60
4.2 Programming the FACP Through GST-IFPx-Def Defining Tool.............................. 62
4.2.1 Download thru USB interface.......................................................................... 62
4.2.2 Download thru Ethernet interface ( the external computer connected must be
located at the same room with the control panel ).................................................... 63
4.2.3 Dongle............................................................................................................. 63
4.2.4 Remote access to read panel status............................................................... 63
4.2.5 Bacnet ( the external device connected must be located at the same room with
the control panel ).................................................................................................... 64
4.2.6 CPU Backup ................................................................................................... 66
4.3 User Setup............................................................................................................. 67
4.3.1 Soft keyboard Setup ....................................................................................... 67
4.3.2 Display Setup.................................................................................................. 67
4.3.3 Test Setup....................................................................................................... 67
4.3.4 Clock Setup..................................................................................................... 68
4.3.5 Print Setup...................................................................................................... 69

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4.3.6 Day/Night Mode.............................................................................................. 69
4.3.7 Language Setup.............................................................................................. 70
4.3.8 Project Information.......................................................................................... 71
5Equipment operation and information browsing .................................................... 72
5.1 Equipment operation ............................................................................................. 72
5.2 Devices information Browsing ............................................................................... 74
5.3 Record Browsing................................................................................................... 79
6Operating Instructions .............................................................................................. 81
6.1 Panel Control Keys................................................................................................ 81
6.1.1 ACKNOWLEDGE (User password)................................................................. 81
6.1.2 SILENCE ALARM (User password)................................................................ 81
6.1.3 MANUAL ALARM (User password)................................................................. 81
6.1.4 RESET (User password)................................................................................. 81
6.2 Positive Alarm Sequence....................................................................................... 82
6.3 Walk Test............................................................................................................... 82
7Default Programming ................................................................................................ 83
Appendix A Basic System Connection ....................................................................... 84
Appendix B Electrical Specifications.......................................................................... 85
B.1 Electrical Specifications......................................................................................... 85
B.1.1 AC Power ....................................................................................................... 85
B.1.2 Battery............................................................................................................ 85
B.1.3 Signaling Line Circuit (SLC)............................................................................ 85
B.1.4 Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC)............................................................... 85
B.1.5 Auxiliary Power (NAC2/AUX programmed as AUX) ....................................... 85
B.1.6 Relays............................................................................................................. 86
B.1.7 Input................................................................................................................ 86
B.1.8 CAN Network.................................................................................................. 86
B.1.9 Fiber-Optical Network..................................................................................... 86
B.2.0 Modbus Communication –for supplementary use only.................................. 86
B.2 Typical Configuration of SLCs............................................................................... 86
Appendix C Compatible Devices................................................................................. 88
C.1 Series Addressable Detectors............................................................................... 88
C.1.1 Smoke Detectors (Photoelectric).................................................................... 88
C.1.2 Heat Detectors ............................................................................................... 88
C.1.3 Combination Heat Photoelectric Smoke Detector .......................................... 88
C.1.4 Detector Bases............................................................................................... 89
C.2 Manual Pull Stations............................................................................................. 89
C.3 Loop Isolators ....................................................................................................... 89
C.4 Control Modules.................................................................................................... 89
C.5 Horn / Strobes / Signal Synchronization Module................................................... 90
C.6 Base...................................................................................................................... 90

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Appendix D Battery Calculations................................................................................. 91
Appendix E Operating Instructions............................................................................. 94
Limited Warranty........................................................................................................... 95

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Fire Alarm System Limitations
While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire
insurance!
An automatic fire alarm system –typically made up of smoke detectors, heat detectors,
manual pull stations, Notification Appliances, and a fire alarm control with remote
notification capability–can provide early warning of a developing fire. Such a system,
however, does not assure protection against property damage or loss of life resulting from
a fire.
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detectors be located throughout a
protected premises following the recommendations of the current edition of the National
Fire Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's recommendations,
State and local codes, and the recommendations contained in installation and operation
manual of the detectors, which is made available at no charge to all installing dealers. A
study by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the United States
government) indicated that smoke detectors may not go off in as many as 35% of all fires.
While fire alarm systems are designed to provide early warning against fire, they do not
guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire alarm system may not provide timely or
adequate warning, or simply may not function, for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot reach the detectors such as in
chimneys, in or behind walls, on roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke
detectors also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. A second-floor
detector, for example, may not sense a first-floor or basement fire.
Particles of combustion or "smoke" from a developing fire may not reach the sensing
chambers of smoke detectors because:
Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or chimneys may inhibit
particle or smoke flow.
Smoke particles may become "cold," stratify, and not reach the ceiling or upper walls
where detectors are located.
Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air outlets.
Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reaching the detector.
The amount of "smoke" present may be insufficient to alarm smoke detectors. Smoke
detectors are designed to alarm at various levels of smoke density. If such density levels
are not created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the detectors will not go
into alarm.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing limitations. Detectors that
have photoelectric sensing chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming
fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type sensing chambers
tend to detect fast-flaming fires better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in
different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type of detector is
necessarily best nor may a given type of detector not provide adequate warning of a fire.

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Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warning of fires caused by
arson, children playing with matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and
violent explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials,
etc.).
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm only when heat on their
sensors increases at a predetermined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise
heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For this reason, the
rate-of-rise feature of each detector should be tested at least once per year by a qualified
fire protection specialist. Heat detectors are designed to protect property, not life.
IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same room as the FACP and in
rooms used by the system for the connection of alarm transmission wiring,
communications, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so located, a developing fire
may damage the alarm system, crippling its ability to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people if these devices are located on
the other side of closed or partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building.
Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or those who have recently
consumed drugs, alcohol or medication.
Please note that:
Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in people with conditions
such as epilepsy.
Studies have shown that certain people, even when they hear a fire alarm signal, do
not respond or comprehend the meaning of the signal. It is the property owner's
responsibility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to make people aware
of fire alarm signals and instruct them on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause temporary or
permanent hearing loss.
A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical power. If AC power fails, the
system will operate from standby batteries only for a specified time and only if the
batteries have been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically compatible with the FACP. It is
essential to use only equipment listed for service with your FACP.
The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inadequate maintenance. To keep
the entire fire alarm system in excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required
per the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA standards. At a minimum,
the requirements of Chapter 10 of NFPA 72 shall be followed. Environments with large
amounts of dust, dirt or high air velocity require more frequent maintenance. A
maintenance agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturer's
representative. Maintenance should be scheduled monthly or as required by National
and/or local fire codes and should be performed by authorized professional fire alarm
installers only. Adequate written records of all inspections should be kept.

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Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be connected to the fire alarm FACP.
Disconnect all sources of power before servicing. Control unit and associated equipment
may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules, or interconnecting cables
while the unit is energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this unit until this
manual is read and understood.
CAUTION -System Reacceptance Test after Software Changes. To ensure proper
system operation, this product must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 Chapter 14
after any programming operation or change in site-specific software. Reacceptance
testing is required after any change, addition or deletion of system components, or after
any modification, repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring. All components,
circuits, system operations, or software functions known to be affected by a change must
be 100% tested. In addition, to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected,
at least 10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected by the change, up to a
maximum of 50 devices, must also be tested and proper system operation verified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0-49°C/32-120°F and at 93% RH
(non-condensing), and applies to be installed in the dry indoor environment.
Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may operate erratically or can be
damaged when subjected to lightning-induced transients. Although no system is
completely immune from lightning transients and interferences, proper grounding will
reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an
increased susceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical Services
Department if any problems are anticipated or encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or inserting circuit boards. Failure to
do so can damage circuits.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-tightening may damage threads,
resulting in reduced terminal contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
Though designed to last many years, system components can fail at any time. This
system contains static-sensitive components. Always ground yourself with a proper wrist
strap before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the body. Use
static-suppressive packaging to protect electronic assemblies removed from the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and programming manuals. These
instructions must be followed to avoid damage to the FACP and associated equipment.
FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) operation and reliability depend upon proper installation
by authorized personnel.
It is imperative that the installer understands the requirements of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (AHJ) and be familiar with the standards set forth by the following regulatory
agencies:
Underwriters Laboratories
NFPA

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Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents.
NFPA Standards
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
Underwriters Laboratories Documents:
UL 864 Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems

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Notices
NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND
OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES:
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply
with the requirements in the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm
Systems, UL 864, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific
values or not used at all as indicated below.
Program feature
or option
Permitted in
UL 864? (Y/N)
Possible settings
Settings permitted in
UL 864
Output type of
NACs
Y
Steady: a continuous output
with no coding.
March Time: 120 ppm
(pulse-per-minute) output.
Synch: a continuous output
with synchronized pulse
signal.
Temporal: Temporal-3
pattern.
“Synch” - for
compatible strobes
and horns connected
to NAC1 or NAC2
“Temporal” - for
compatible bells
connected to NAC1 or
NAC2
Output type of
AUX
Y
AUX, AUX SYNC
“AUX SYNC” - for
DI-M9305 controlled
NAC solution
“AUX” - for 24Vdc
Auxiliary power output
NAC1 NAC2
silencing
Y
Silenceable,
Non-Silenceable
Silenceable
Cause & Effect
Delay
(Output module
delay)
Y
0 –300 seconds
0 second - for
required fire signaling,
e.g. DI-M9305
controlled NAC
solution
0 –300 seconds - for
supplementary
process controls.
Consult with AHJs for
permissible
applications.