Kidde Fire Protection ANTARES User manual

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1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION 11
1.1 GENERAL 11
1.2 FEATURES 12
1.2.1 Indications 12
1.2.2 Operator Controls 13
1.3 OPTIONS 16
1.3.1 Integral Printer 16
1.3.2 Panel Outputs 16
1.3.3 LCD/VFD Repeater 17
1.4 PANEL CONTROLS AND OUTPUTS 17
1.4.1 Controls 17
1.4.2 Indications 18
1.4.3 Outputs 19
1.4.4 Inputs 20
1.5 CABLE SPECIFICATION 20
1.6 POWER SUPPLY 21
2. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 30
2.1 GENERAL 30
2.2 DEVICE INDICATIONS 31

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2.2.1 Device Faults 31
2.2.2 Pre-Alarm 31
2.2.3 Fire Alarm 31
2.3 SYSTEM INDICATIONS 32
2.3.1 External Fault 32
2.3.2 Device Isolated 33
2.3.3 Supply Healthy 33
2.3.4 Systems Fault 33
2.3.5 Processor Fault 33
2.4 ALPHA-NUMERIC DISPLAY 34
2.4.1 Normal Condition 34
2.4.2 Access Condition 34
2.4.3 Fire Alarm 34
2.4.4 Device Fault 35
2.4.5 Pre-Alarm 35
2.4.6 Loop Fault 36
2.4.7 External Fault 36
2.4.8 Loop Control Fault 36
2.4.9 Alarm Fault 36
2.4.10 Supply Fault 37

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2.4.11 Alarms Sounded 37
2.4.12 Alarms Silenced 37
2.4.13 System Reset 37
2.4.14 Call Engineer 38
2.4.15 Device Isolated 38
2.5 LOOP MONITORING 38
2.6 POWER SUPPLY 39
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 40
3.1 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 40
3.1.1 Access/inhibit 40
3.1.2 Silence Alarms 40
3.1.3 Systems Reset 41
3.1.4 Scroll Alarms 41
3.1.5 Sound Alarms 41
3.1.6 Keypad 42
3.1.7 Psion 43
3.2 MENU ONE OPTIONS 44
3.2.1 Isolate Devices 44
3.2.2 Set Time 47
3.2.3 List Loop Devices 48

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3.2.4 List Isolated Devices 49
3.2.5 Select Test Mode 49
3.2.6 LED Test 50
3.2.7 Printer Status 50
3.3 MENU TWO OPTIONS 51
3.3.1 Print of Event Log 52
3.3.2 Read a Single Device 53
3.3.3 Program Outputs 53
3.3.4 Display Checksums 54
3.3.5 Message Handler (Psion Only) 54
3.3.6 Isolate AUX Outputs 59
3.3.7 Change Baud Rate 59
3.4 MENU THREE OPTIONS 60
3.4.1 Print Panel Outputs 60
3.4.2 Print Loop Devices 61
3.4.3 Print Loop Outputs 62
3.4.4 Program Panel Outputs 62
3.4.5 Program Loop Devices 64
3.4.6 Program Loop Outputs 65
3.4.7 Load/Save Program (Psion Only) 65

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3.4.8 Clear Outputs 67
3.5 VERIFICATION CHECKS 69
4. INSTALLATION 71
4.1 APPROVED CABLES 71
4.2 CABLE TERMINATION AND INTERNAL ROUTINGS 72
4.3 STATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES 73
4.4 PANEL MOUNTING 74
4.5 LOOP WIRING 74
4.6 EXTERNAL WIRING 74
4.7 LOOP WIRING TESTS 75
4.8 POWER SUPPLY TESTS 76
4.9 COMMISSIONING 76
4.9.1 Preliminary Checks 76
4.9.2 Voltage Tests 77
4.9.3 Testing Loops of Detectors 78
4.9.4 Testing Device Operation 79
4.9.5 Final Commissioning 79
4.10 MAINTENANCE 80
4.10.1 Routine Maintenance 80

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4.10.2 Event Printer Maintenance 81
4.10.3 Fault Diagnosis 84
4.10.4 Removal/Replacement of Assemblies 87
4.10.5 Routine Testing 87
5. MAIN PCBS 89
5.1 CABLE HARNESSES 89
5.2 OPTION PCBs 90

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CHAPTER 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 GENERAL
The ANTARES Analogue Addressable Detection control equipment provides a range of two
loop panels.
A membrane fascia is standard and incorporates:
a. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) or optional Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD).
b. 20 zone indicators.
c. 10 system status indicators.
d. Four control push-buttons.
e. 12 key membrane keypad.
f. ACCESS/INHIBIT keyswitch.
Multi-processor architecture, together with the software structure, provides the basis for easy
expansion with complete systems functionality throughout the range. When associated with
analogue addressable sensors the system provides the highest standard of fire detection, with an
early warning facility which utilises a pre-alarm function and enabling effective preventative
maintenance.
The ANTARES is an enhanced design with many additional features and functions from its
predecessors, and has been designed to meet the requirements of BS5839 1988 Part 4, Sections
1 and 2.
Each device can be programmed to have its own 24 character text message. This is done on a
remote computer and downloaded on site using this or a Psion organiser with built-in software
pack. The device zoning is included in this programming package.
Site programmability is available in the form of both panel outputs and loop output devices. 32
panel outputs and 80 loop output devices are provided. All panel outputs and 32 loop output
devices can be controlled by the activation of any loop input device. The remaining 48 loop
output devices are allocated as common, loop and zone controlled outputs. A printout of the
active outputs can be obtained. This programming is achieved using a remote computer (Psion
Organiser). The Psion organiser can also be used to save the site program data and then reload
if ever required.
The LCD/VFD provides 2 lines of 40 character text, displaying the information on the sensors,
their operation and set and, also systems functions. Light emitting diode (LED) zonal and
systems indicators are provided as standard.

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Two volt-free contacts (fire), two
-+ volt-free contact (fault) and two monitored sounder circuits are included; together with Ex
Alarm I.P, Ext Alarm I/P, Pre-Alarm RPT, Alarm RPT.
Buzzer RPT, Fault RPT, AUX RPT and MANUAL alarm O/P.
Apart from the four standard fire alarm controls a numeric keypad is incorporated in the
membrane to allow varying levels of operator functional controls. Service functions such as
message and Input/Output programming are only available by using an external computer to
control the various menu options. The SILENCE ALARMS, SYSTEM RESET and SOUND
ALARMS push-buttons, and the keypad can be inhibited using the ACCESS/INHIBIT keyswitch.
The SCROLL ALARMS push-button remains operable (Access level 1).
1.2 FEATURES
The ANTARES is configured as a two loop system giving a sensor capability of 252 or 254
devices. The device which can be accommodated by the panel are defined in the appropriate
Device Manual. Each loop return is monitored giving bi-directional drive in open circuit/short
circuit condition.
1.2.1 Indications
20 zonal LEDs are available and visible through the membrane.
The sensors can be allocated to any zone using the available programming facilities.
Ten LED indicators are provided to give system status:
1. FIRE
2. FIRE
3. FIRE
4. PRE-ALARM
5. DEVICE FAULT
6. EXTERNAL FAULT
7. PROCESSOR FAULT
8. SUPPLY HEALTHY
9. SYSTEM FAULT
10. DEVICE ISOLATED
Individual device identification and data, together with device specific user text, is displayed on
a two-line (40 character per line) LCD/VFD module.

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1.2.2 Operator Controls
Four operator controls are provided giving the following functions:
1. SOUND ALARMS
2. SILENCE ALARMS
3. SYSTEM RESET
4. SCROLL ALARMS
Operator controls 1, 2 and 3 can be inhibited by the keyswitch. Operator control 4 remains
operable as specified for access level 1 user operation. The 4 controls can be operated by
pressing the appropriate control.
Other panel functions are accessed using the key keypad. The keys are designated:
1. 10 numeric keys, 0-9.
2. CANCEL key.
3. ENTER key.
Three menus of controls are available to provide varying operator access level requirements in
line with BS5839.
The second level menu accessed only after entering a four digit security code. The third level
is only accessed from menu two and is therefore code protected.
The first level options which do not require an access code are as follows:
1. Isolate/de-isolate devices.
2. Set date and time.
3. List loop devices.
4. List isolated devices.
5. Select test mode.
6. LED Test.
7. Enable/disable printer (only if printer installed).
The second level options which require the entry of a four digit code to gain access are as
follows:
1. Print event log.
2. Read single device.
3. Program Outputs.
4. Display Checksums.
5. Message Handler.
6. Isolate Aux outputs.
7. Change Baud rate.

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The third menu level is used to download to the printer or display the input/output functions of
the panel. This menu is accessed from the second level menu and provides the following
functions:
1. Print panel outputs.
2. Print loop devices.
3. Print loop outputs.
4. Program panel outputs.
5. Program loop devices.
6. Program loop outputs.
7. Load/save program data.
8. Clear outputs.
Outputs
Panel outputs provided on the standard range of panels, i.e monitored and auxiliary etc, are listed
and defined in Section 1.4.
All panels are capable of controlling up to thirty two loop output devices. These can be
addressed anywhere on the system. Their position is programmed by the Program Loop Devices
option and the operation by the required input devices by the Program Loop Outputs option.
There are 48 extra outputs available which can be controlled, giving a maximum of 80 controlled
loop output devices.
A description of the 80 programmable controlled loop output devices are given in Table 1-1.
The panel, as standard, is supplied with an internal 4/2 switch mode power supply/charger unit
type. The ratings of this units are defined in the Technical Specification.

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Programmable Controlled Loop Output Device Description
Devices Descriptions
1-32 Controlled from any combination of loop input device.
33-36 4 common outputs active upon operation of any input device on any loop
37-38 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device on loop 1
39-40 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device on loop 2
41-42 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 1
43-44 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 2
45-46 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 3
47-48 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 4
49-50 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 5
51-52 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 6
53-54 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 7
55-56 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 8
57-58 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 9
59-60 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 10
61-62 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 11
63-64 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 12
65-66 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 13
67-68 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 14
69-70 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 15
71-72 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 16
73-74 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 17
75-76 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 18
77-78 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 19
79-80 2 common outputs active upon operation of any input device in zone 20

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1.3 OPTIONS
1.3.1 Integral Printer
An integral printer can be connected. This is a 24 character line printer. The printer plugs
directly to the display processor card and is activated by selection within the first level menu.
A fire condition will always override the printer disable condition.
1.3.2 Panel Outputs
Programmable
By the addition of the appropriate PCB modules, 32 output (one output card set) can be obtained.
By the use of the remote computer these can be programmed, such that any output can be
operated on the activation of any loop input device. Each output can be set, during programming,
to de-activate on either silence alarms of panel reset. Once programmed a printout of the active
devices can be obtained.
The outputs are switched negative when active and are capable of driving remote LED indicators
or relays. If volt free contacts or monitored sounder outputs are required the appropriate output
module is required.
Zonal, Loop and Special Outputs
On the standard panel the addition of the necessary output card set, (one set per 32 outputs), will
provide 20 zonal outputs, 2 loop outputs and 8 special outputs.
The zonal outputs (terminals 1-20) work in conjunction with the appropriate zonal LED
indicators, i.e. any device activated in that zone will activate the appropriate output. The outputs
once activated will remain active until the panel is reset.
The loop outputs (terminals 21-22) are active when any device on that loop is activated. As with
zonal outputs these will remain active until the panel is reset.
Terminals Description
1-20 Zonal outputs
21-22 Loop outputs

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The eight special outputs are as follows:
Terminals Description
25 Output active for 6 seconds after panel reset operated.
26 Output active for 6 seconds after silence alarms operated.
27 Output active during LED test operated.
28 Output when BGU is operated.
29 Output active when a device other that a BGU is operated.
30 Output active when more than one device in any one zone are operated.
31 Output active when more than one device is operated.
32 Output active when the panel is in test mode.
The output drive capabilities are 0 V rated at 100 mA which is the same as all the other outputs.
A manual sound alarm output is provided as standard on the main terminal card.
1.3.3 LCD/VFD Repeater
A single repeater output option is available. Various types of repeater are available:
1. Simple LED (zonal).
2. Zonal LED and LCD/VFD.
3. Zonal LED, LCD/VFD and printer.
4. Zonal output for use with mimic panel.
An interface card is required to be fitted to the panel for this option and the output is activated
by the appropriate DIL Switch 3 position 1 on the main processor card.
The interface card provides four separate output ports. Each output port is capable of multidrop
connection of repeaters, i.e. up to 10 repeaters can be connected to the one output port. A twisted
pair data cable is required. If a repeater requires control, i.e. SILENCE ALARMS, SYSTEMS
RESET etc., then a twin twisted pair data cable must be used, i.e UL 2439 or Beldon 9729.
1.4 PANEL CONTROLS AND OUTPUTS
1.4.1 Controls
Front Panels
Four manual switches:
Standard fire alarm control functions. SILENCE ALARMS, SYSTEM RESET, SOUND
ALARMS AND SCROLL ALARMS.

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Keypad:
12 keys: 0 to 9 numeric keys, ENTER and CANCEL control keys.
ACCESS/INHIBIT switch:
Keyswitch to prevent unauthorised access to all the above controls.
Internal
Processor fault reset:
Internal push switch mounted on the Master processor control/display card to reset processor
fault buzzer and LED.
Two way DIL switch:
Located on the Master processor control/display card provides means of enabling printer and
repeater options.
1.4.2 Indications
Display:
Liquid Crystal Display module consisting of two lines of 40-alpha-numeric characters. Optional
Vacuum Fluorescent Display.
Systems LEDs:
FIRE alarm (red). FIRE alarm (red). FIRE alarm (red). PRE-ALARM (Amber). DEVICE
FAULT (Amber). EXTERNAL FAULT (Amber).
PROCESSOR FAULT (Amber). SUPPLY HEALTHY (Green).
SYSTEM FAULT (Amber). DEVICE ISOLATED (Amber)
Zonal LEDS:
20 fitted as standard.
Internal
Loop fault LEDS:
Amber LEDs, one per loop indicating fault on either the loop output or loop wiring.
Alarm fault LED:
Amber LED indicating fault on sounder circuit wiring.
Earth fault LED:
Amber LED- NOT IMPLEMENTED. (Nittan Only).
Loop IN/OUT LEDs:
4 amber LEDs, illuminated when short circuit isolator operated. (1 loop IN & 1 loop OUT)

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Communication LED:
Green LED - flashes when communicating with master.
HOCHIKI LED:
Amber LED - illuminated when correct personality card plugged into slave processor.
APOLLO LED:
Amber LED - illuminated when correct personality card plugged into slave processor.
NITTAN LED:
Amber LED - illuminated when correct personality card plugged into slave processor.
SUPPLY FAULT LED's
Refer to Section 1.6.
1.4.3 Outputs
Alarms outputs:
Two standard two amp outputs fully monitored to BS5839. Active until manually silenced.
Separately fused.
Auxiliary outputs:
Two sets of voltage free change-over contacts (rated 1 AMP at 30v d.c. contact). Active until
fire condition reset. (2 sets isolated via menu 1)
Fault repeat:
Common fault output capable of sinking 100 mA. Active until panel reset.
Fault relay:
1 set of volt free change-over contacts (rated 1 AMP at 30v d.c.). Active until panel reset.
Alarm Repeat:
Audible alarm output capable of sinking 100mA. Active until silence alarms.
Auxiliary repeat:
Auxiliary output capable of sinking 100mA. Active until panel reset.
Buzzer output:
Active when internal sounder operating. Capable of sinking 100mA. Steady in Fire condition.
Pulsed when alarms silenced/fault/test mode.
Manual output:
Active when manual sound alarms operated. Capable of sinking 100mA. Active until silence
alarms.
Protected Output: