Kidde VS Series Product manual

VS1 and VS4 Technical
Reference Manual
P/N 3102351-EN • REV 005 • ISS 28DEC18

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FCC compliance
Class A: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at their own expense.
Contact information
For contact informatio
n, see www.kiddelifesafety.com.

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Content
Important information iv
Minimum system requirements vii
To get started vii
Chapter 1 Installation and wiring 1
Panel backbox installation 2
Panel electronics installation 4
Panel backbox wire routing 5
AC power wiring 6
Panel transformer wiring 7
Battery wiring (TB8) 8
Notification appliance circuit wiring (TB2) 10
Addressable device loop wiring 12
Alarm, trouble, and supervisory relay wiring (TB3) 16
Remote annunciator wiring (TB4) 17
Auxiliary/smoke power output wiring 19
SA-DACT wiring 21
SA-232 wiring 23
SA-CLA wiring 26
SA-ETH wiring 27
CTM module wiring 28
RPM module wiring 30
Chapter 2 Front panel programming 33
UL/ULC programming requirements 35
Getting started 37
Device type descriptions 49
Displaying the Program menu 59
Setting the time and date 59
Setting daylight saving time 60
Changing the passwords 61
Restoring the factory default settings 61
Setting up the programmable keys 62
Clearing the event history log 65
Updating the firmware 66
Restarting the panel 67
Enabling RS-232 communication 67
Auto programming the panel 68
Performing incremental programming 74
Adding and removing devices from programmed systems 77
Advanced programming 81

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Chapter 3 System operation 125
Operation overview 127
LCD display screen 128
System LEDs 132
LED display expander LEDs 133
Control buttons 134
Component descriptions 138
Events with event messages 139
Event ID numbers and descriptions 142
Viewing event details 147
Resetting the panel 147
Silencing panel and annunciator buzzers 148
Silencing notification appliances 148
Conducting a lamp test 150
Activating and restoring output devices 150
Unlatching latched output devices 151
Activating and restoring panel NACs 151
Activating and restoring sensor bypass 152
Activating and restoring gas accelerated response 153
Disabling and enabling devices 153
Disabling and enabling zones 154
Disabling and enabling panel events 155
Disabling and enabling loop events 157
Disabling and enabling panel NACs 158
Disabling and enabling the dialer and network 159
Initiating a fire drill 159
Conducting a walk test 160
Chapter 4 Reports 163
Basic steps for viewing and printing reports 164
History report 164
Walk Test report 165
Device Maintenance report 166
System Status report 167
Correlation Groups report 167
Correlation Group Configuration report 167
Zone report 168
System Configuration report 168
Internal Status report 169
Device Details report 169
Diagnostics reports 170
Internal Fault report 171
Releasing report 172
Canceling a report 172

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Chapter 5 Diagnostics, maintenance, and testing 173
Preventive maintenance schedule 174
Fast Ground Check 174
Recalibrate device 174
Flash Device LED 175
Loop comm check 175
Control panel testing 176
Electronic testing of a device (test fire) 177
SA-DACT testing 178
Conducting a lamp test 179
Starting and stopping a walk test 179
Using HyperTerminal 181
Replacing a device in alarm 183
Appendix A Panel specifications 185
Control panel specifications 186
Appendix B Worksheets 189
Battery calculation worksheet 190
Notification appliance circuit calculations worksheet 194
Notification appliance voltage drop calculation worksheet 200
RZI16-2 24V IN riser maximum wire run calculation 202
Device loop maximum wire length worksheet 203
Correlation groups worksheet 209
Device settings worksheet 210
Loop worksheet 213
Panel configuration worksheet 214
Panel operation worksheet 217
Zone settings worksheet 218
Appendix C Applications 221
Local alarm signaling applications 222
Correlated zone and system alarm signaling applications 226
In-suite signal silence applications 231
Appendix D Device types to personality codes correlation 237
Appendix E Releasing Module 247
Index 251

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Important information
Limitation of liability
This product has been designed to meet the requirements of NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and
Signaling Code, NFPA 720 Standard for the Installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection
and Warning Equipment, UL 864 Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm
Systems, and ULC-S527 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 2017 General
Purpose Signaling Devices and systems. Installation in accordance with this manual,
applicable codes, and the instructions of the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) is mandatory.
United Technologies Corporation shall not under any circumstances be liable for any incidental
or consequential damages arising from loss of property or other damages or losses owing to
the failure of United Technologies Corporation products beyond the cost of repair or
replacement of any defective products. United Technologies Corporation reserves the right to
make product improvements and change product specifications at any time.
While every precaution has been taken during the preparation of this manual to ensure the
accuracy of its contents, United Technologies Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors
or omissions.
FCC compliance statement
This equipment can generate and radiate radio frequency energy. If the equipment is not
installed in accordance with this manual, it may cause interference to radio communications.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A computing
devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These rules are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference when this equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment is likely to cause interference, in which
case the user, at their own expense, will be required to take whatever measures may be
required to correct the interference.
SA-DACT FCC information
Cautions
•To ensure proper operation, this dialer must be installed according to the enclosed
installation instructions. To verify that the dialer is operating properly and can successfully
report an alarm, it must be tested immediately after installation, and periodically thereafter,
according to the enclosed test instructions.
•In order for the dialer to be able to seize the phone line to report an alarm or other event
when other customer equipment (telephone, answering system, computer modem, etc.)
connected to the same line is in use, the dialer must be connected to a properly installed
RJ-31X jack. The RJ-31X jack must be connected in series with, and ahead of, all other

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equipment attached to the same phone line. Series installation of an RJ-31X jack is
depicted in the wiring diagram. If you have any questions concerning these instructions,
you should consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
Testing
When programming emergency numbers or making test calls to emergency numbers, remain
on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call. When system
maintenance, testing or modifications could result in the transmission of signals from the fire
alarm system to a supervising station, consult the supervising station to determine the best
time to send these signals (i.e., “off-peak” hours).
Compliance
•This dialer complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the
Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). A label attached to the dialer
contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX.
If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
•The plug and jack used to connect the dialer to the premises wiring and telephone network
must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by ACTA.
The dialer must be connected to a compliant RJ-31X or RJ-38X jack using a compliant
cord. If a modular telephone cord is supplied with the dialer, it is designed to meet these
requirements. See installation instructions for details.
•A ringer equivalence number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you can
connect to a telephone line. If the total REN value for all devices connected on a telephone
line exceeds that allowed by the telephone company, the devices may not ring on an
incoming call. In most (but not all) areas the total REN value should not exceed 5.0. To be
certain of the total REN value allowed on a telephone line, contact the local telephone
company.
•For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN is part of the product identifier in the
format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits ## represent the REN without a decimal point.
Example: 03 is a REN of 0.3. For earlier products the REN is listed separately.
•If the dialer is harming the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in
advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice isn’t
practical, the telephone company will notify you as soon as possible. You will also be
advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC, if you believe it is necessary.
•The telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations, or
procedures that could affect the operation of the dialer. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.
•If you are experiencing problems with the dialer, contact the manufacturer for repair or
warranty information. If the dialer is harming the telephone network, the telephone
company may request that you disconnect the dialer until the problem is resolved.

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•The dialer contains no user serviceable parts. In case of defects, return the dialer for repair.
•You may not connect the dialer to a public coin phone or a party line service provided by
the telephone company.
Industry Canada information
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the
equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety
requirements. Industry Canada does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s
satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to
the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed
using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance
with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or
equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user
disconnect the equipment.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make connections themselves, but should contact the
appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the
power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected
together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
Note: The Load Number (LN) assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the
total load to be connected to a telephone loop that is used by the device, to prevent
overloading. The termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices subject only
to the requirements that the sum of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100.

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Minimum system requirements
The table below lists the minimum hardware requirements for each type of system for which
the control panel is listed.
Table 1: Minimum hardware requirements for applications
System
Equipment needed
Protected Premises (Local) Fire Alarm System
Control panel
Appropriately sized batteries
Auxiliary Fire Alarm System, Local Energy Type
Control panel
Appropriately sized batteries
CTM module
Remote Supervising Station Fire Alarm System
Control panel
Appropriately sized batteries
SA-DACT or RPM module
Central
Station Fire Alarm System Control panel
Appropriately sized batteries
SA-DACT or RPM module
To get started
If you are just starting out, follow the items in this checklist to prepare, install, wire, and
program your fire alarm control panel.
WARNING: Electrocution hazard. Make sure that the AC power circuit breaker is off before
connecting wires to the terminal block.
1. Prepare the site. Make sure the installation location is free from construction dust and
debris and extreme temperature ranges and humidity.
2. Unpack the equipment.
3. Install the panel backbox. See “Panel backbox installation” on page 2 for backbox
dimensions.
4. Install the panel electronics in the panel backbox. See “Panel electronics installation” on
page 4.
5. Remove the clear protective plastic from the front panel display.
6. Install the optional panel accessories. Refer to each component’s installation sheet
instructions.

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7. Review Chapter 1 “Installation and wiring” starting on page 1.
8. Check the field wiring for opens, grounds, and shorts before connecting.
9. Connect AC power and ground wiring. See “AC power wiring” on page 6. The panel cannot
be started on batteries only.
10.Connect panel low voltage wiring. See “Panel transformer wiring” on page 7.
11.Turn on AC power.
12.Connect the batteries. See “Battery wiring (TB8)” on page 8.
13.Program the panel. See Chapter 2 “Front panel programming” on page 33. If you are using
the configuration utility, refer to the online help.
14.Test the system for proper operation.

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Chapter 1
Installation and wiring
Summary
This chapter covers all control panel wiring, such as AC power, NACs, device loops, and
battery wiring.
Content
Panel backbox installation 2
Panel electronics installation 4
Panel backbox wire routing 5
AC power wiring 6
Panel transformer wiring 7
Battery wiring (TB8) 8
Notification appliance circuit wiring (TB2) 10
Addressable device loop wiring 12
Alarm, trouble, and supervisory relay wiring (TB3) 16
Remote annunciator wiring (TB4) 17
Auxiliary/smoke power output wiring 19
SA-DACT wiring 21
SA-232 wiring 23
SA-CLA wiring 26
SA-ETH wiring 27
Circuit specifications 27
CTM module wiring 28
RPM module wiring 30

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Panel backbox installation
Note: Observe all applicable codes and standards, as well as AHJ and owner guidance when
selecting a location for the panel installation.
The panel backbox can be surface mounted or semiflush mounted.
To surface mount the panel backbox:
1. Position the panel backbox on the finished wall surface.
2. Fasten the panel backbox to the wall surface where indicated in Figure 2 using fasteners
that are suitable for the type of wall surface and weight of the backbox and panel, including
standby batteries.
3. Route the field wiring through the designated knock-out locations to ensure separation of
power-limited and non-power limited wiring.
Refer to “Panel backbox wire routing” on page 5.
To semiflush mount the panel backbox:
1. Frame the interior wall (as required) to support the entire weight of the fully installed control
unit, including standby batteries.
2. Install a semiflush trim ring (optional) to the backbox.
3. Route the field wiring through the designated knock-out locations to ensure separation of
power-limited and non-power limited wiring.
Refer to “Panel backbox wire routing” on page 5.
4. Fasten the panel backbox to the framing studs where indicated.

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Figure 1: Surface and semiflush mounting details
(1)Surface mount
(2)Semiflush mount
(3) Trim skirt
Figure 2: Panel backbox, backbox with door, and backbox with door and trim ring attached
(1)Surface mounting holes
(2)Semiflush mounting holes
(3) Backbox with door attached
(4) Backbox with door and trim ring attached

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Table 2: Backbox and backbox with door dimensions (in. and cm)
Model
D1 [1] D2 D3 D4 D5 [1] D6 D7 D8 D9
VS1
21.50
(54.6)
3.85
(9.8)
7.5
(19)
15.50
(39.4)
14.25
(36.2)
10.25
(26.0)
4.9
(12.4)
23.6
(59.9)
2.7
(6.8)
VS4
28.0
(71.1)
3.85
(9.8)
9.0
(22.8)
22.0
(55.8)
15.75
(40.0)
10.25
(26.0)
4.9
(12.4)
30.1
(76.4)
2.7
(6.8)
[1]
Add 1-1/2 in. (3.81 cm) to D1 and D5 dimensions for trim kit. The trim kit provides .75 inches (1.9 cm) of trim
to the top, bottom, and sides of the panel backbox.
Panel electronics installation
WARNING: Electrocution hazard. To avoid personal injury or death from electrocution, remove
all sources of power and allow stored energy to discharge before installing or removing
equipment.
The panel electronics are packaged separately from the backbox to prevent damage during
backbox installation. The control unit electronics are factory assembled to a plastic mounting
chassis and must be installed in the panel backbox to maintain the system's NRTL listing.
Notes
•Be sure that any possibility for construction damage and vandalism has passed before
installing the panel electronics.
•Install the panel electronics only after backbox fastening and infrastructure connections are
complete and all required system wiring for connection to the panel has been pulled into
the backbox.
To install the panel electronics in the backbox:
1. Place the panel electronics in the panel backbox, so the four threaded studs in the backbox
protrude through the holes in the corners of the backplane. Use the 10-24 nuts provided
with the panel electronics to secure the backplane.
2. Mount and connect the panel option modules (SA-DACT, SA-ETH, SA-232, V-SLC2-1, and
V-SLC2-2) to the main panel electronics or backplane.

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Figure 3: Panel electronics installation
Panel backbox wire routing
Using the diagram below, keep power-limited wiring in the shaded area and nonpower-limited
wiring in the unshaded area at all times.

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Figure 4: Panel backbox wire routing
(1) Power-limited only when connected to a power-limited source. If connected to a nonpowerlimited source, all
wiring on terminal block TB3 must be NPFPL, NPFPLR, or NPFPLP rated wire or equivalent, in accordance
with the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code and routed separately from all power-limited wiring.
(2) Other than battery wiring, no other wiring shall be routed through the battery storage area when batteries are
installed in this enclosure.
AC power wiring
Circuit specifications
•VS1 panel: 120 V, 60 Hz, 1.3 A or 230 V, 50/60 Hz,
0.62 A from dedicated branch supply
•VS4 panel: 120 V, 60 Hz, 2.0 A or 230 V, 50/60 Hz,
0.97 A from dedicated branch supply
WARNING: Electrocution hazard. To avoid personal injury or death from electrocution, remove
all sources of power and allow stored energy to discharge before installing or removing
equipment. Never replace the fuse while the circuit is energized. The replacement fuse must
be of equivalent size and type.

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Caution: The middle connection (EARTH GND) on the terminal block makes a mechanical
connection to the chassis even with the ground wire removed.
Terminate the incoming AC power wiring as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5: AC power wiring
(1)Line
(
2)Earth ground
(3) Neutral (120 VAC), Line (230 VAC)
(4) 5 A, 250 V, SLO-BLO (Littelfuse
P/N 2450005)
(5) 120 or 230 VAC primary power connection
Note: See “Component descriptions” on page 138 for the location of the wiring block in the
backbox.
Panel transformer wiring
WARNING: Electrocution hazard. To avoid personal injury or death from electrocution, remove
all sources of power and allow stored energy to discharge before installing or removing
equipment.
Incoming power circuit specifications
•VS1 panel: 120 V, 60 Hz, 1.3 A or 230 V, 50/60 Hz,
0.62 A from dedicated branch supply
•VS4 panel: 120 V, 60 Hz, 2.0 A or 230 V, 50/60 Hz,
0.97 A from dedicated branch supply
Low voltage circuit specifications
•Circuit voltage: 24 VAC
•All circuits are power-limited unless otherwise noted
Terminate the primary and secondary transformer wiring as shown in Figure 6 and Figure 7.

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Figure 6: Transformer secondary wiring location
Figure 7: Transformer primary and secondary wiring
(1)120 or 230 VAC IN
(2) Earth ground
(3) Transformer
(4) 24 VAC IN
Battery wiring (TB8)
Caution: Connect and disconnect standby batteries only with the AC power applied.
The control panel has a 24 VDC rechargeable battery circuit that is capable of charging up to
two 12 VDC, 26 Ah sealed lead acid batteries.
The table below lists the batteries that can be installed in the control panel cabinets. Up to two
11 Ah batteries will fit in the VS1 control panel cabinet and two 18 Ah batteries will fit in the
VS4 point control panel cabinet. If larger batteries are required, you must use an approved
battery cabinet. To determine which battery the system requires, use the “Battery calculation
worksheet” on page 190.

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Table 3: Batteries for VS1 and VS4 panels
Model
Rating
12V4A
12 volts, 4.5 Ah
12V6A5
12 volts, 7.2 Ah
12V10A
12 volts, 11 Ah
12V17A
12 volts, 18 Ah
12V24A
12 volts, 26 Ah
Figure 8: Battery wiring location
Figure 9: Battery wiring
(1)Red
(2)Black
(3) 12 VDC battery

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Notification appliance circuit wiring (TB2)
The control panel provides either two or four notification appliance circuits depending on which
model you have. Each circuit can be individually configured for continuous, temporal,
synchronized, coded, or city tie output.
Circuit specifications
•Class B or Class A.
•Circuit voltage: 24 VFWR, regulated
•Circuit current
•VS1 panel:
3.75 A total, 2.5 A max. per circuit at 120/230 VAC 60 Hz input voltage
3.0 A total, 2.5 A max. per circuit at 230 VAC 50 Hz input voltage
•VS4 panel:
6.0 A total, 2.5 A max. per circuit at 120/230 VAC 60 Hz input voltage
5.0 A total, 2.5 A max. per circuit at 230 VAC 50 Hz input voltage
•Max. resistance: 26 Ω total
•Max. capacitance: 0.35 µF
•EOLR: 15 kΩ, 1/2 W (P/N EOL-15), ordered separately
•Synchronization: For NACs wired Class A or Class B, signal synchronization is supported
system-wide (all NAC circuits).
•Ground fault impedance: 0 to 5 kΩ
•Power-limited and supervised
Notes
•On the VS1 panel, Class A wiring is available only when the optional SA-CLA expansion
card is installed. Refer to the SA-CLA Class A Interface Card Installation Sheet
(P/N 3101094-EN) and to the topic “SA-CLA wiring” on page 26.
•Listed EOLRs must be installed as shown for proper supervision.
•Marking indicates the output signal polarity when the circuit is active. Polarity reverses
when the circuit is not active. Wire notification appliances accordingly. Notification
appliance polarity is shown in the active state.
•Installation limits are subject to acceptance by the AHJ.
•If the riser is used for more than one notification zone, install in accordance with the
survivability from attack by fire requirements in NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling
Code.