Inovonics Agile FA202 User manual

PRODUCT SUMMARY
The FA202 Smoke Detector is a supervised wireless, battery powered photoelectric smoke sensor. The sensor includes a built-
in sounder for alarm alerts, a visual status LED (light-emitting diode), and an Inovonics Wireless Frequency Agile®
transmitter. The FA202 communicates with all FA-series Inovonics Wireless Frequency Agile receivers as featured in
Inovonics’ Wireless Guardian and Vision Plus systems; and as integrated with systems manufactured by Digital Monitoring
Products, Bosch Security Systems, and Verex Monitor Integrated Security Management. Inovonics FA-series slave receivers can
function as stand-alone systems or can be integrated with many other security systems and panels.
Under normal (non-alarm) conditions, the LED flashes once every 8 seconds while the sensor monitors the surrounding
conditions. When the sensor detects smoke, the LED changes from flashing to on and the built-in sounder produces a loud
temporal beeping pattern. The sensor also transmits an alarm signal, which the panel receives and processes accordingly. The
smoke sensor uses two 3-volt lithium batteries, which are included.
The smoke sensor also provides the following features: • Self-diagnostics monitor sensor sensitivity and operational status.
See
Testing the FA202 . • Replaceable optical chamber for easy maintenance when required. See Maintaining the System .
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
For your information, the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72 reads as follows:
“2-2.1.1.1 Smoke detectors shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family
living unit including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics. In new construction, a smoke detector shall be installed in each sleeping room.”
“A-2.5.2.1 Smoke Detection--Are More Smoke Detectors Desirable? The required number of smoke detectors might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas
separated by a door from the areas protected by the required smoke detectors. For this reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional smoke
detectors for those areas for increased protection. The additional areas include the basement bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room, and hallways not protected
by the required smoke detectors. The installation of smoke detectors in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not normally recommended, as these locations
occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation.”
Recommended:
Install a minimum of two smoke sensors in any household. • Put a smoke sensor in
the hallway outside of every bedroom area. A minimum of two smoke sensors are required in homes
with two bedroom areas. • Put a smoke sensor on every level of a multi-level residence. • In rooms
with sloped ceilings, install smoke sensors 0.9m (3 feet) measured down from the highest point of
the ceiling. (Figure 2.) • Install basement sensors on the ceiling as close to the center of the room
as possible (Figure 3-F). If this is not practical, install it on the ceiling no closer than 10cm (4
inches) from any wall or corner (Figure 3-G). • DO NOT mount a smoke sensor to a drop-ceiling tile;
mount it to a metal runner. • If ceiling mounting is not practical, install on an inside wall between
10 an 15cm (4 and 6 inches) from the ceiling (Figure 3-H). • Put smoke sensors at both ends of a
bedroom hallway if the hallway is more than 9m (30 feet) long. Large rooms over 84 square meters
(900 square feet) require more than a single sensor. • Areas with rough ceilings or short, transom-
type walls coming down from the ceiling require additional smoke sensors. • Install second-floor
smoke sensors on the ceiling at the top of the first-to-second floor stairwell. Be sure that no door or other obstruction blocks the path of smoke to the sensor.
IMPORTANT
! Regulations pertaining to smoke sensor installations vary.
For more information, contact your local fire department or local authority having jurisdiction.
Doo
Noot Loocate SSensoors:
• In or near areas such as kitchens or garages, where smoke or vehicle exhausts normally occur. (Protect these areas with heat-detection devices.) •
Near furnaces, hot water heaters, or gas space heaters. • In damp or very humid areas, or next to bathrooms with showers. Install sensors at least 1.5m (5 feet)
away from bathrooms. • In very cold or very hot areas. • In dusty, dirty, or insect infested areas. • Near fresh air inlets or returns or excessively drafty areas. Air
conditioners, heater, fans, and fresh air intakes and returns can drive smoke away from smoke sensors. • In dead air spaces at the top of a peaked ceiling or wall/
ceiling intersect. Dead air may prevent smoke from reaching a smoke sensor. • Near flourescent light fixtures. Install smoke sensors at least 3m (10 feet) away from
flourescent light fixtures.
Liimiitatiioons: Smoke
alarms can significantly help in reducing loss, injury and even death. However, no matter how reliable a detection device is, no warning system works
perfectly
under every circumstance. Users are advised that smoke alarms cannot ensure protection from any or
all damage or loss.
All sensors are subject to possible compromise or failure-to-warn for a variety of reasons. For example: • Smoke sensors cannot detect smoke in chimneys, walls, roofs, or
smoke blocked by a closed door. • Sensors may not detect smoke on other levels of the building. • Sensors may not warn in time when fires are caused by smoking in bed,
explosions, improper storage of flammables, overloaded electrical circuits, or other hazardous conditions. • Smoke alarms may not be heard by sound sleepers or by
individuals affected by alcohol, drugs or medications. •
This device is not designed for the hearing impaired. • Smoke alarms may not provide warning early enough: they
activate only when smoke reaches the sensor, so smoke from fires starting away from the immediate vicintity of the device may not reach the alarm at all, or may be
detected too late for timely evacuation.
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Figure 3: Smoke sensor mounting
locations
Figure 2: Sloped, peaked
or gabled ceilings.
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• These products are designed to be installed and maintained by professional security technicians.
• Products, unless specifically noted, are intended for indoor use.
• Manually test all products regularly.
• All wiring to be used must be in accordance with the provisions of Article 210 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70.
• It is the responsibility of individuals in the household that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to those
who may not be awakened by the alarm sound, or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted.
F
G
H
Figure 1: Sensor Features
A--Test/Silence Button B--Sounder Vent C--LED
A
B
C

EVACUATION PLANS
Develop plans for a variety of emergency situations. Periodically discuss and rehearse emergency plans that include the following:
• Know which doors and windows are normally locked, open, closed.
• Feel closed doors. If they feel hot, find another escape route.
• Teach all occupants to escape as quickly as possible. Do not stop to gather belongings.
• During your escape, crawl and hold your breath as much as possible to minimize smoke inhalation.
• Meet at a designated outdoor location.
• Insist that no one should return to the premises if there is a fire.
• Notify the fire department from a neighbor’s phone or by cell phone from outside the residence.
• Prepare a drawing of escape routes, using the following guidelines. See Figure 4.
• Show all building levels.
• Show all exits. (Two exits per room are recommended.)
• Show the location of all components of the fire alarm system.
• Show the locations of any fire extinguishers, hoses, ladders, etc.
PROGRAMMING THE FA202
Program the FA202 prior to installation. If units are programmed offsite, they should be repackaged with batteries installed and the red dust cover in place.
(1) Locate the transmitter programming pins by disassembling the detector. (a) Remove the red dust cover containing the
batteries from the smoke detector. (b) With the smoke detector facing you, remove the detector body from its Mounting
Base by twisting the detector about 15 degrees counterclockwise with respect to the Mounting Base. See Figure 7. (c)
Remove the Sensor Cap by first sliding a flatblade screwdriver part way into the slot on the side of the Cap. See Figure 8.
Now, gently push the handle down while twisting the Sensor Cap counter-clockwise with respect to the Sensor. See
Figure 5. (d) Remove the Sensor from the Body by pushing down on the Smoke Chamber while pulling up on the bottom of
the body. See Figure 5. (e) Remove the Battery Cover that encloses the Battery Compartment by pushing on the area
marked OPEN. See Figure 9. (f) Take the batteries out of the red dust cover holder and load them into the Battery
Compartment. Make sure to observe battery polarity and make sure the battery removal ribbon rests under the batteries. (g)
Refer to Figure 6 to locate the programming pins on the transmitter board.
(2) Using an appropriate Inovonics programming device, set the programming options as follows:
External Switch Type: Normally Closed
EOL Resistor: No
Use Internal Contact: No
Check-in Time: 60 seconds
(3) When prompted by the programming device to plug in the transmitter, connect the programming cable to the 3-pin header.
See Figure 6. (Orientation of the cable with respect to the 3-pin header is not important; both outside pins on the 3-pin header are at ground potential.)
(4) Press the Reset button on the transmitter. See Figure 6.
When programming is complete, disconnect the cable, test the detector per the
Sensitivity Test procedure, and reassemble the smoke detector.
Note:
The FA202 retains registration data in non-vvolatile memory. It does not require re-programming after loss of power. Install a new battery and press the reset
button to re-initialise the transmitter and restore registration.
Figure 9: Battery compartment
Figure 7: Removing cover from base.
Alignment Tab Alignment Slot
Figure 10: Cover-to-base assembly :
Align tab with slot and twist clockwise
Figure 4: Example of a floorplan
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Figure 5: Removing the sensor
from the detector body
Programming pins
Reset Button
Figure 6: Transmitter board
Figure 8: Removing the sensor cap

INSTALLING THE SENSOR
(1) Remove the cover from the mounting base by turning the sensor counterclockwise about 15 degrees. The sensor should snap off of the mounting base. See
Figure 7. (2) Slide the battery compartment cover away from the sensor to unsnap it and lift it off. See Figure 9. (3) If batteries are not installed, insert the two
lithium batteries provided into the battery compartment (observing correct polarity) and replace the battery compartment cover. (4) Re-assemble the device by
aligning tab on the detector to slot on the basee. See Figure 10.
Important! The
control panel alarm and all auxiliary functions should
be verified for
a complete test of the system.
TESTING THE FA202
CAUTION: To
avoid a fire department dispatch, contact the central monitoring station or put
the system into sensor test mode before activating the sensor using
this
method.
There
are two
ways to test the FA202 smoke detector. The procedure described under “Sensitivity Test” should be followed every week. At least once each year it is
recommended that the sensor be tested with an aerosol smoke product, as described under “Smoke Test.” Both procedures activate the alarm sounder and send
alarm signals to the control panel.
The FA202 should also be tested after initial programming and each time the Smoke Chamber is changed or the batteries are replaced. To make wireless signals
from the detector cause an alarm or trouble indication at the control panel, receiver and panel programming must be completed prior to this test.
Smoke Test
Smoke sensors should be tested in place annually using aerosol simulated smoke (ESL Smoke! In a Can® (ESL Part No. SM-200) is a patented formula, UL listed for
all brands and models of photoelectric or ionization type smoke detectors. “Smoke! In a Can” is a registered trademark of ESL. ESL is a brand name of GE
Interlogix.)
The LED should remain on while the built-in transmitter sends an alarm signal to the control panel. The sensor produces a 3-beep pattern until the test/silence
button is pressed. The sensor automatically resets when smoke is no longer present. A sensor that fails to activate with either the sensor or smoke test may require
cleaning. If a sensor still fails to activate after cleaning, return the unit for service.
Sensitivity Test
Each sensor includes a sensitivity level test mode that lets you check the sensitivity using the test button and the LED as follows: (1) Press and hold the test
button for 4 seconds, then release it. The LED flashes one to nine times. (2) Count the number of LED flashes and use the following table to determine the status
of the sensor sensitivity and what action to take, if any.
UNDERSTANDING THE TEST/SILENCE BUTTON
The test button functions as follows: 1. Sounder/Sensitivity
Test - Press the test button until the LED lights or the sounder activates (about 4 seconds) and
release. The sensor performs a sounder test, a sensitivity test and sends an alarm transmission. 2. Silence
Low Battery Chirp - Press and release to silence a low
battery chirp. The low battery chirp resumes after 24 hours if the condition is not corrected.
UNDERSTANDING THE LED
The LED indicates the status of the sensor as follows: FLASHING = Flashes every 8 seconds to indicate normal operation. ON = Detects smoke, sending an alarm.
OFF
= Trouble. Maintenance is required. Check the control panel to determine what action to take. If the sensor has a hardware fault, it will stop reporting
supervision signals to the panel.
SERVICING PANEL TROUBLE INDICATIONS
In the event that a Low Battery trouble indication appears on the control panel, service the FA202 as described in the following procedure:
(1) Remove the FA202 from its Mounting Base and disassemble the unit as described in
Programming the FA202 . (The Sensor Cap needs to be removed from the
Detector Body. See Figure 5.)
(2) Perform a wireless sensitivity test on the unit as described in
Programming the FA202 .
(a) If the results of this test show that the detector does not need cleaning, press the Reset button on the transmitter to update the panel with the
detector’s latest operational status. If the panel trouble indication returns, the batteries need changing. Change the batteries and repeat this step. As
indicated in the WARNING label on the Battery Compartment, wait at least 30 seconds after removing batteries before inserting new batteries.
This is necessary to force an immediate test of the new batteries. If the panel trouble indication now remains off, servicing has been completed.
(b) If the results of this test shows that the unit does need cleaning, replace the Smoke Chamber and retest the unit. Now, press the Reset button on the
transmitter to update the panel with the detector’s latest operational status. If the panel trouble indication remains off, the unit is performing
normally, the batteries do not need changing, and servicing has been completed. If, however, the panel trouble indication returns, the detector
probably has a secondary Low Battery condition that requires that the batteries be replaced. Change the batteries as described in
Replacing Batteries ,
wait about nine seconds until the detector LED begins to flash, and press the transmitter Reset button.
As indicated in the WARNING label on the Battery Compartment, wait at least 30 seconds after removing batteries before inserting new batteries. This
is necessary to force an immediate test of the new batteries.
If the panel trouble indication now remains off, servicing has been completed.
Flashes Sensor Condition/Action
1 Self-ddiagnostics
failure. Return sensor for service/replacement.
2-33Sensor
is becoming insensitive. Clean the sensor (see Maintaining the System) and retest. If error persists, replace sensor.
4-77Sensor
is within normal sensitivity range.
8-99Sensor
is becoming too sensitive. Verify that the smoke chamber is snapped down securely.
Clean
the sensor (see Maintaining the System) and retest.
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MAINTAINING THE SYSTEM
Replacing Batteries
IMPORTANT:
Always press the reset button and test the transmitter after changing batteries.
The sensor is powered by two 3 VDC lithium batteries. When the system indicates the sensor has a low battery, replace the batteries immediately. You must remove
the batteries to reset the low battery signal before installing new batteries. Important:
Replace both batteries when the sensor or panel notifies you that a battery
is low. Recommended battery replacement is PANASONIC CR123A. Use of any other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion. To prevent a low battery
condition, you must install the batteries exactly as described.
CAUTION: Dispose
of used batteries promptly according to the manufacturer’s
instructions and/or local authorities. Batteries can explode or cause burns if
disassembled,
recharged, or exposed to fire or high temperature. Keep away from children.
When the batteries are low, the sensor transmits a low battery signal for at least 7 days, allowing the monitoring company time to contact the customer for
service. After 10 days, the sensor will chirp every 45 seconds until the batteries are exhausted. Press and release the test button to silence the low battery beeps
for 24 hours. Constant exposure to high or low temperatures or high humidity may reduce battery life. Always test the system after replacing the batteries.
Cleaning
Clean the sensor cover with a dry or damp cloth as needed to keep it free from dust and dirt. Clean the sensor interior at least once each year. This requires
replacing the optical chamber. Use only ESL model 211 Optical Chambers for replacement.
Too
clean the sensoor chamber:
(1) Place the panel in sensor test mode. (2) Remove the sensor from the mounting base.
(3) Remove the batteries. (4) Slide a flat-blade screwdriver in the slot on the sensor cap
and gently push the handle down to pry the cap off. See Figure 8. (5) Squeeze the existing
optical chamber where indicated and pull it up and away from the sensor and discard. See
Figure 11. (6) Blow out or use a soft-bristled brush to remove dust and dirt from the
smoke chamber base. (7) Align the new optical chamber with the base and snap down into
place. (8) Replace the sensor cap by lining the cap up with the sensor, then press the cap
onto the sensor and turn clockwise approximately 15 degrees. It should snap firmly into
place. (9) Observing the proper polarity, reinstall the batteries and replace the battery
cover. (10) Reattach the sensor to the mounting base. See Figure 10. (11) Test the
sensitivity as described below.
Note: The
base will not fit properly if the batteries are not installed.
WIRELESS CLEANME®REPORTING
As the factory default condition, the FA202 combines the CleanMe signal with its Low Battery signal. If the control panel indicates a Low Battery trouble
condition, this should be interpreted as a Maintenance Needed trouble indication. (The battery may be fine, but the detector needs cleaning.) If this multiple-
condition panel indication is not desired, wireless reporting of the CleanMe status can be disabled by moving the jumper on the CleanMe 3-pin header to the
inactive position (see Figure 12). When this is done, only a Low Battery signal will be sent from the detector, and only a Low Battery trouble condition reported
at the panel. NOTE:
Even if CleanMe notification is disabled, the sensitivity test will still indicate
sensor condition.
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Figure 12: FA202 Transmitter Board
A -- 3-pin programming header
B -- Reset button
C -- CleanMe 3-pin header
C1 -- CleanMe enabled position: Select only with serial.-
output receivers compatible with ESL CleanMe®
feature (CleanMe® is a registered trademark of ESL.)
C2 -- Low Battery only (CleanMe inactive): Transmitter
sends low battery trouble signal.
A
B
C
C1 C2
AB
C
D
E
Figure 11: Sensor Parts
A -- Optical chamber latch
B -- Optical base
C -- Alignment arrows
D -- Optical chamber
E -- Sensor cap

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions: Detector: 5.4” x 2.4” (14.2cm x 6.1cm)
Base: 5.4 ” x 0.46” (13.7cm x 1.17cm)
RF Frequency: 902 - 928 MHz
RF Modulation: Frequency hopping, spread spectrum
Temperature: Operating Range 40° to 100° F (4° to 100° C)
Operating Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Voltage: 3 VDC
Batteries: Two 3-volt lithium batteries of the same type. Panasonic CR123A is recommended.
Typical average standy current: 38.5 µA
Typical peak alarm current: 91.1 mA
Battery life: 1 year, minimum
Low battery beep reate: 1 every 45 seconds, ± 2 seconds
Listings: UL, CSFM
SERVICE INFORMATION:
If an FA202 fails to operate properly, phone Inovonics Technical Support (800-782-2709) to request a Return Material Authorization (“RMA”) number, then ship the
unit to the address below. (Please include the RMA number on the package to expedite handling.)
Inovonics Wireless Corporation
RMA # _______________
315 CTC Blvd
Louisville, CO 80027
WARRANTY & DISCLAIMER
Inovonics Wireless Corporation ("Inovonics") warrants its products ("Product" or "Products") to conform to its own specifications and to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of twenty-four (24) months from the date of manufacture. Within the warranty period, Inovonics will
repair or replace, at its option, all or any part of the warranted Product. Inovonics will not be responsible for dismantling and/or reinstallation charges. To exercise
the warranty, the User ("User", "Installer" or "Consumer") must work directly through their authorized distributor who will be given a Return Material Authorization
("RMA") number by Inovonics. Details of shipment will be arranged directly through the authorized distributor.
This warranty is void in cases of improper installation, misuse, failure to follow installation and operating instructions, alteration, accident or tampering, and
repair by anyone other than Inovonics.
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The User recognizes that a properly installed and maintained security system may only reduce the risk of events such as burglary, robbery, personal injury and fire.
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compromised and/or circumvented, or that the Product will prevent any death, personal and/or bodily injury, and/or damage to property resulting from burglary,
robbery, fire or otherwise, or that the Product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection.
Inovonics shall have no liability for any death, injury, or damage, however incurred, based on a claim that Inovonics Products failed to function. However, if
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maximum liability will not in any case exceed the purchase price of the Product. This will be the complete and exclusive remedy against Inovonics.
Warning: The User should follow all installation, operation, and maintenance instructions. The User is strongly advised to conduct Product and systems
tests at least once each week. Changes in environmental conditions, electric or electronic disruptions, and tampering, may cause the Product to not
perform as expected.
Warning: Inovonics warrants its Product to the User. The User is responsible for exercising all due prudence and taking necessary precautions for the safety
and protection of lives and property wherever Inovonics Products are installed. Inovonics strongly advises the User to program Products to be supervised
when used in applications affecting life safety. Users are warned that unsupervised devices are subject to undetected failure due to malfunction, battery
failure, tampering, or changes in environment.
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