Mircom FA-102T User manual

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FA-102T
Fire Alarm Control Panel
LT-514 Rev.7
December 2009
Installation and Operation Manual
Advanced Life Safety Solutions Advanced Life Safety Solutions
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Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents ................................................................................................................... i
List of Figures.......................................................................................................................... ii
Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1
Mechanical Installation ........................................................................................................... 1
Function Selection .................................................................................................................. 1
Wiring ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Detection Zone..................................................................................................................... 2
Signal Zone .......................................................................................................................... 2
Alarm and Trouble Relays.................................................................................................... 2
Remote Annunciation........................................................................................................... 3
A.C. Power and Batteries..................................................................................................... 3
Trouble Indicators and Controls............................................................................................ 3
Common Trouble LED ......................................................................................................... 3
Buzzer/Buzzer Silence Switch ............................................................................................. 3
Zone Trouble LED................................................................................................................ 3
Battery Fault LED................................................................................................................. 3
Ground Fault LED ................................................................................................................ 3
Signal Trouble LED .............................................................................................................. 3
Sequence of Operation ........................................................................................................... 4
Normal.................................................................................................................................. 4
Alarm.................................................................................................................................... 4
Signal Silence ...................................................................................................................... 4
Reset/Lamp Test.................................................................................................................. 4
System Checkout .................................................................................................................... 4
Power up and Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 4
Wiring Tables and Information............................................................................................... 8
Appendix A: Compatible Devices .......................................................................................... 10
Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC) Canadian 2-Wire Smoke Detector Control
Panel .................................................................................................................................... 10
Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC) Canadian Signal Zone Compatible Devices . 11
Appendix B: Battery Calculations (Selection Guide)........................................................... 14
Warranty & Warning Information ........................................................................................... 15
Warning Please Read Carefully ........................................................................................... 15
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................. 17
Warranty Procedure ............................................................................................................. 17
Disclaimer of Warranties ...................................................................................................... 18
Out of Warranty Repairs ...................................................................................................... 18

List of Figures
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Backbox and flush trim mounting details .............................................................. 5
Figure 2: Circuit Board Layout ............................................................................................. 6
Figure 3: Detection and signal wiring .................................................................................. 7
Figure 4: Wiring table for detection zone ............................................................................. 8
Figure 5: Wiring table for bells and horns ............................................................................ 8
Figure 6: Alarm and trouble relay contacts and remote annunciation wiring instructions .... 9

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Introduction
The FA-102T is a supervised two-zone 24VDC Fire Alarm Control Panel. The panel provides the
following features:
• Two Class B detection zones
• One Class B signal zone, 1.25A
• DIP switch selectable signal circuit outputs such as temporal or steady
• Alarm and trouble relay contacts
• Remote trouble and A.C. ON indication
• Individual zone silence/disconnect switch
• Buzzer silence switch
• Subsequent alarm operation
• LED indicators for zone alarm and trouble, A.C. On, Battery Fault, Ground Fault, Common
Trouble, Signal Trouble and Signal Silenced
Mechanical Installation
The panel can be surface or flush mounted. Refer to Figure 1 on page 5 for dimensions.
Surface Mounting
1. Mark the location of the four mounting holes.
2. Install the top two screws into the wall and place the panel over the screws.
3. Install the bottom screws and tighten down all four screws.
Flush Mounting
1. Make the wall cut-out according to the panel dimensions.
2. Remove the control panel door.
3. Mount the flush mounting trim (model FA-102TR) to the back box using the screws and nuts
provided with the flush mounting kit.
4. Re-install the door on top of the flush trim. The cam lock may require a minor adjustment in
order to compensate for the flush trim.
Function Selection
The following jumpers are available for function selection. Refer to Figure 2 on page 6 for location.
•JW1: Cut for resettable +24V DC supply.
•JW2: Cut to make auxiliary relay disconnectable.
•JW3: Cut for normally open trouble contacts.
•JW4: Cut for normally closed trouble contacts.

Wiring
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DIP switch DSW1 is used to set the preferred signal zone 1 output, the signal silence inhibit, and
the common trouble flash rate. The default output for the signal zone is temporal code.
•Temporal Code: 3 rounds of 0.5 second ON, 0.5 second OFF, then 1.5 second pause.
•Steady: Signal on continuously.
Wiring
Detection Zone
The system has two detection zones. Refer to Figure 3 on page 7 for wiring instruction and to
Figure 4 on page 8 for wire size.
Signal Zone
There is one signal zone available for bells and horns providing 1.25A of signal power. Refer to
Figure 3 on page 7 for wiring instruction and to Figure 5 page 8 on for wire size.
Alarm and Trouble Relays
Alarm and trouble relay contacts are provided. Refer to Figure 6 on page 9 for contact location and
designation.
Note: Any time the DIP switches in DSW1 are positioned (ON or OFF), the panel must
be reset by holding the Reset button for 5 seconds.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON
not used
Trouble Buzzer and LED
ON - steady buzzer and LED
OFF - Pulsing Buzzer and LED (default)
ON - 1 minute signal silence inhibit
OFF - normal signal silence (default)
Signal Zone
ON - steady
OFF - temporal code (default)
DIP switch DSW1

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Remote Annunciation
Annunciation outputs are provided for remote trouble indicator and buzzer. Refer to Figure 6 on
page 9 for wiring instruction.
A.C. Power and Batteries
The A.C. power is connected to the terminal block above the transformer.
Use Gel Cell or Sealed Lead-Acid type of batteries only. Connect the batteries after power up. Use
24V 4AH batteries for 24 hours standby and 5 or 30 minutes of alarm. For greater accuracy, use
“Appendix B: Battery Calculations (Selection Guide)” on page 14.
ELECTRICAL RATING: 120V, 60Hz / 240V, 50Hz
Trouble Indicators and Controls
Refer to Figure 2 on page 6 for the location of indicators and controls.
Common Trouble LED
The yellow Common Trouble LED will flash and the buzzer will sound for any trouble in the panel
(unless DSW1-8 is ON, then the Common Trouble LED will illuminate steadily and the buzzer will
sound).
Buzzer/Buzzer Silence Switch
The buzzer will sound intermittently for any trouble. For any alarm in the system the buzzer will
sound steadily. Operating the buzzer silence switch will silence the buzzer. Any subsequent alarm
or trouble will resound the buzzer. Operating the buzzer silence switch OFF normal will sound the
buzzer steadily.
Zone Trouble LED
The yellow Zone Trouble LED will illuminate steadily for an open loop in the zone. Refer to Figure 2
on page 6 for the location of indicators and control.
Battery Fault LED
Battery removal, low voltage and open battery leads will turn on the yellow Battery Fault LED and
the Common Trouble LED.
Ground Fault LED
Any ground fault of 10K ohms or less will turn on the yellow ground fault LED steadily, flashing the
Common Trouble LED and sounding the common trouble buzzer intermittently.
Signal Trouble LED
The yellow Signal Trouble LED will illuminate steadily for any open or short. (The LED is located
behind the display plate.)

Sequence of Operation
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Sequence of Operation
Refer to Figure 2 on page 6 for the location of indicators and controls.
Normal
All indicators are normally OFF except for the green A.C. On LED.
Alarm
A red zone alarm LED will illuminate steadily for an incoming alarm.
Signal Silence
If the 60 second signal silence inhibit is selected, the signal cannot be silenced for 60 seconds after
an alarm initiation. Once the 60 seconds have expired, pushing the signal silence switch to the right
will silence all the bells and horns. Once the signal has been silenced, the signal silenced LED will
illuminate. If the switch is in the OFF normal position to the right while there is no alarm condition,
the panel will indicate trouble.
Reset/Lamp Test
Operating the reset switch will restore all latched functions in the panel. The smoke detectors will
reset if all products of combustion are cleared from their chambers. Holding the reset switch for five
seconds will cause the panel to preform a lamp test as well as reset the panel.
System Checkout
Before turning the power on,
1. Check all external wiring for opens, shorts or grounds.
2. Check that transformer cables are securely connected.
3. Check the A.C. power wiring for proper connection. To prevent sparking, do not connect
batteries.
4. Check that all switches are in the normal position to the left.
Power up and Troubleshooting
1. After completing all of the system checkout procedures, power up the panel. The A.C. On LED
should illuminate.The trouble buzzer should sound intermittently, the Common Trouble LED
should flash, indicating battery fault.
2. Connect the batteries carefully, observing the correct polarity.The Common Trouble LED
should extinguish. If the Common Trouble LED stays on, check the front panel for the
illumination of the following LEDs:
•Battery LED indicates that the battery voltage may be too low (below 20.4V). Replace
batteries as required.
•Ground Fault LED indicates a ground on one or more of the extended wires.
•Zone Trouble LED indicates an open loop or a signal silence switch is in the OFF normal
position to the right.
•Signal Trouble LED indicates an open loop or short in the signal zone.

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Figure 1: Backbox and flush trim mounting details
13 3/4”
12 3/4”
1 11/16”
Optional flush
mounting trim
(model FA-102TR) Four 7/32” dia.
2 7/8”
7 1/8”
1 1/4”
10 3/8”

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Figure 2: Circuit Board Layout
ALARM RELAY
NO C NC
RELAY TRL TRB A.C.
ON
24V
+
1
+ -
JW3
JW4
A.C. ON
TRBL.
SIG. SIL.
BATT.
GND
TRANSFORMER
P1
P2
P3
BATTERY
P4
+-
SIG.1
F1
2A
BATTERY
A.C.
2A
F2
COM
(-)
JW2
JW1
1
+ -
TB2
2
+ -
TRBL. ALARM
ZONE 1
TRBL. ALARM
ZONE 2
AUX. TRBL
ON
DSW1 DIP
SWITCHES
18
MD-733
DETECTION ZONE
BUZZER SIL.
REMOTE ANNUNCIATION
ZONE 1 SIL.
SIGNAL
RESET
ZONE 2 SIL.

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Figure 3: Detection and signal wiring
Legend
Pull Station Smoke
Detector
Heat
Detector Bell
F
FS
R
Alarm threshold current is 21 mA.
Maximum loop resistance is 100 ohms.
ELR
3.9K
1/2W
FSR
TB2
Detection zone 1
FF
ELR
3.9K
1/2W
Signal zone
Detection zone 2
+
-
+
-
22VDC 3mA STBY
5mV ripple
50 mA max. alarm
22VDC 3mA STBY
5mV ripple
50 mA max. alarm
24VDC unfiltered
1.25A max.
FSR
ELR
3.9K
1/2W

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Wiring Tables and Information
Figure 4: Wiring table for detection zone
Figure 5: Wiring table for bells and horns
Signal circuits are rated for 1.25 amperes each.
Wire Gauge Maximum Wiring Run to Last Device (ELR)
(AWG) ft. m
22 2990 910
20 4760 1450
18 7560 2300
16 12000 3600
14 19000 5800
12 30400 9200
Note: Maximum loop resistance should not exceed 100 ohms.
Total Signal
Load Maximum Wiring Run to Last Device (ELR) Max Loop Resistance
18AWG 16AWG 14AWG 12AWG 0hms
Amperes ft. mft. mft. mft. mOhms
0.06 2350 716 3750 1143 6000 1829 8500 2591 30
0.12 1180 360 1850 567 3000 915 4250 1296 15
0.30 470 143 750 229 1200 366 1900 579 6
0.60 235 71 375 114 600 183 850 259 3
0.90 156 47 250 76 400 122 570 174 2
1.20 118 36 185 56 300 91 425 129 1.5
Note: Maximum voltage drop should not exceed 1.8 volts.

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Figure 6: Alarm and trouble relay contacts and remote annunciation
wiring instructions
Auxiliary common
alarm relay contacts
28VDC, 3A (resistive)
Common trouble relay
contacts 28VDC, 3A
(resistive)
Cut JW3 for N.O.
Cut JW4 for N.C.
N.O.
C
N.C.
TB2
TRL
TRB
A.C. ON
24V+ 24VDC, 250 mA max.
24VDC, 50 mA max.
unsupervised
unsupervised
24VDC, 50 mA max.
1.5K
1.5K
1.5K
remote trouble
LED (amber)
buzzer
LED (green)
remote trouble
remote AC ON

Appendix A: Compatible Devices
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Appendix A: Compatible Devices
Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC) Canadian 2-Wire Smoke
Detector Control Panel
Notes:
• Reset time, hold for five seconds minimum.
• Whether mixing different models of compatible smoke detectors, or using the same
model on the same Circuit, total standby current of all detectors must not exceed 3
mA.
Make Model / Base Make Model / Base Make Model / Base
Mircom Cerebrus Pyrotronics Fenwal
MIR-525 D1-2 PSD-7131/70-201000-001
MIR-525T D1-3/DB-3S PSD-7131/70-201000-002
System Sensor Mirtone PSD-7131/70-201000-003
1400-A 73471 PSD-7131/70-201000-005
2400-A 73494 PSD-7130/70-201000-001
1451-A/B401B 73575 PSD-7130/70-201000-002
1451-A/B406B 73495/73486 PSD-7130/70-201000-003
2451-A/B401B 73495/73487 PSD-7130/70-201000-005
2451-A/B406B 73595/73486 PSD-7128/70-201000-001
1451DH/DH400A 73595/73497 PSD-7126/70-201000-002
2451-A/DH400A 73594/73400 PSD-7126/70-201000-003
Edwards 73405/73400 PSD-7126/70-201000-005
6249C 73594/73401 PSD-7129/70-201000-000
6250C 73405/73401 PSD-7125/70-201000-001
6264C Simplex PSD-7126/70-201000-002
6266C 2098-9110 PSD-7125/70-201000-003
6269C PSD-7125/70-201000-005
6270C CPD-7021/70-201000-001
6269C-003 CPD-7021/70-201000-002
6270C-003 CPD-7021/70-201000-003
CPD-7021/70-201000-005

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Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC) Canadian Signal Zone
Compatible Devices
Make Model
Mircom
BL-6B

Appendix A: Compatible Devices
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Appendix B: Battery Calculations (Selection Guide)
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Appendix B: Battery Calculations (Selection Guide)
Use the form below to determine the required batteries.
Total Current Requirement
ALARM (B)______ Amps.
Battery Capacity Requirement
([STANDBY (A) ______ ] X [(24 or 60 Hours) ________ ])+ ([ALARM (B) ______ ] X [♣Alarm in Hr.] ________)= (C) ________AH
Battery Selection
Multiply (C) by 1.20 to derate battery.
*Assuming three Initiating Circuits in alarm.
♣Use 0.084 for five minutes of alarm or 0.5 for thirty minutes of alarm as a multiplier figure.
♦Using the MIR-525/U 2-wire smoke detector. See Appendix "A", for other available smoke detectors .
Applicable Standards: ULC S-524, ULC-527-99, wiring is in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1, Part 1,
Section 32
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The main AC branch circuit connection for the Fire Alarm Control Unit must provide a dedicated
continuous power without provision of any disconnect devices. Use #12 AWG wire with 600-volt
insulation and proper over-current circuit protection that complies with the local codes.
Power Requirements (All currents are in amperes)
Model Number Description Qty Standby Total
Standby Alarm Total Alarm
FA-102T Fire Alarm, 2 Det, 1
Sig X 0.076 = 0.135 =
RTI-1 Remote Trouble
Indicator X 0.035 = 0.035 =
2-Wire Smoke Detectors X ♦0.0001 =*0.090 = 0.090
4-Wire Smoke Detectors X = =
Signal Load (bells, horns, strobes, and
etc.) =
Total currents (Add above currents) Standby (A)(B)
Note: Batteries BA-104 (4.0AH) and BA-1065(6.5AH) fit into the backboxes; all larger
batteries such as BA-110(10AH) and the BA-117(17AH) require an external battery
box.

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Warranty & Warning Information
Warning Please Read Carefully
Note to End Users: This equipment is subject to terms and conditions of sale as follows:
Note to Installers
This warning contains vital information. As the only individual in contact with system users, it is your
responsibility to bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this system. Failure
to properly inform system end-users of the circumstances in which the system might fail may result
in over-reliance upon the system. As a result, it is imperative that you properly inform each
customer for whom you install the system of the possible forms of failure.
System Failures
This system has been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. There are circumstances,
such as fire or other types of emergencies where it may not provide protection. Alarm systems of
any type may be compromised deliberately or may fail to operate as expected for a variety of
reasons. Some reasons for system failure include:
•Inadequate Installation
A Fire Alarm system must be installed in accordance with all the applicable codes and standards in
order to provide adequate protection. An inspection and approval of the initial installation, or, after
any changes to the system, must be conducted by the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction. Such
inspections ensure installation has been carried out properly.
•Power Failure
Control units, smoke detectors and many other connected devices require an adequate power
supply for proper operation. If the system or any device connected to the system operates from
batteries, it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be
fully charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a device operates only by AC power, any
interruption, however brief, will render that device inoperative while it does not have power. Power
interruptions of any length are often accompanied by voltage fluctuations which may damage
electronic equipment such as a fire alarm system. After a power interruption has occurred,
immediately conduct a complete system test to ensure that the system operates as intended.
•Failure of Replaceable Batteries
Systems with wireless transmitters have been designed to provide several years of battery life
under normal conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the device environment, usage
and type. Ambient conditions such as high humidity, high or low temperatures, or large temperature
fluctuations may reduce the expected battery life. While each transmitting device has a low battery
monitor which identifies when the batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as
expected. Regular testing and maintenance will keep the system in good operating condition.
•Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices
Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include metal objects
placed on or near the radio path or deliberate jamming or other inadvertent radio signal
interference.
•System Users
A user may not be able to operate a panic or emergency switch possibly due to permanent or
temporary physical disability, inability to reach the device in time, or unfamiliarity with the correct
operation. It is important that all system users be trained in the correct operation of the alarm
system and that they know how to respond when the system indicates an alarm.

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•Automatic Alarm Initiating Devices
Smoke detectors, heat detectors and other alarm initiating devices that are a part of this system
may not properly detect a fire condition or signal the control panel to alert occupants of a fire
condition for a number of reasons, such as: the smoke detectors or heat detector may have been
improperly installed or positioned; smoke or heat may not be able to reach the alarm initiating
device, such as when the fire is in a chimney, walls or roofs, or on the other side of closed doors;
and, smoke and heat detectors may not detect smoke or heat from fires on another level of the
residence or building.
•Software
Most Mircom products contain software. With respect to those products, Mircom does not warranty
that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error-free or that the software will meet
any other standard of performance, or that the functions or performance of the software will meet
the user’s requirements. Mircom shall not be liable for any delays, breakdowns, interruptions, loss,
destruction, alteration or other problems in the use of a product arising our of, or caused by, the
software.
Every fire is different in the amount and rate at which smoke and heat are generated. Smoke
detectors cannot sense all types of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may not provide timely
warning of fires caused by carelessness or safety hazards such as smoking in bed, violent
explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical circuits,
children playing with matches or arson.
Even if the smoke detector or heat detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances
when there is insufficient warning to allow all occupants to escape in time to avoid injury or death.
•Alarm Notification Appliances
Alarm Notification Appliances such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or
waken someone sleeping if there is an intervening wall or door. If notification appliances are
located on a different level of the residence or premise, then it is less likely that the occupants will
be alerted or awakened. Audible notification appliances may be interfered with by other noise
sources such as stereos, radios, televisions, air conditioners or other appliances, or passing traffic.
Audible notification appliances, however loud, may not be heard by a hearing-impaired person.
•Telephone Lines
If telephone lines are used to transmit alarms, they may be out of service or busy for certain periods
of time. Also the telephone lines may be compromised by such things as criminal tampering, local
construction, storms or earthquakes.
•Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the occupants will not
be protected from the emergency due to their inability to respond to the warnings in a timely
manner. If the system is monitored, the response may not occur in time enough to protect the
occupants or their belongings.
•Component Failure
Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible, the system may
fail to function as intended due to the failure of a component.
•Inadequate Testing
Most problems that would prevent an alarm system from operating as intended can be discovered
by regular testing and maintenance. The complete system should be tested as required by national
standards and the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction and immediately after a fire, storm,
earthquake, accident, or any kind of construction activity inside or outside the premises. The testing
should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any other
operational devices that are part of the system.