RUBETEK SDW-1 User manual

MANUAL
WIRELESS ADDRESSABLE OPTICAL SMOKE DETECTOR
SDW-1 «RUBETEK»
Complies with:
EN 54-7
EN 54-25
Hardware version: IP101-02M rev.3
Software version: 2023-3-1
Document version: 2023-3-1

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Table of contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................3
1. Description and operation......................................................................................................4
1.1. Function.................................................................................................................................4
1.2. Technical data........................................................................................................................4
1.3. Appearance of the detector ....................................................................................................5
1.4. Internal design of the detector ...............................................................................................5
1.5. Complete set ..........................................................................................................................6
2. Intended use...........................................................................................................................7
2.1. Preparation for use.................................................................................................................7
2.2. Linking the detector to CP.....................................................................................................8
2.3. Detector deactivation...........................................................................................................10
2.4. Bypass mode........................................................................................................................11
2.5. Link quality assessment.......................................................................................................12
2.6. Detector location..................................................................................................................13
2.7. Installation ...........................................................................................................................14
2.8. Detector SW firmware version check..................................................................................15
2.9. Events and reactions configuration......................................................................................16
2.10. «Fire 2» alarm configuration ...............................................................................................17
3. Maintenance.........................................................................................................................17
3.1. Safety precautions................................................................................................................17
3.2. Functional test......................................................................................................................18
3.3. Batteries replacement...........................................................................................................19
4. Storage.................................................................................................................................20
5. Transportation......................................................................................................................20
6. Disposal ...............................................................................................................................20
7. Manufacturer's warranty......................................................................................................20
8. Information about complaints..............................................................................................21
9. Standards compliance ..........................................................................................................21
10. Manufacturer information....................................................................................................21
11. Supplier Details..........................................................Ошибка! Закладка не определена.

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Introduction
This User Manual is intended to describe the operating principle, configuration, installation
and operation of the wireless addressable optical smoke detector SDW-1 «RUBETEK» (hereinafter
detector).
The detector operates under control of the addressable fire alarm control panel as part of the
RUBETEK fire alarm system.
You must read the instructions in the Manual before linking, configuring, operating or
maintaining the detector.
Installation and operation of the detector must be carried out by technical personnel after
reading this Manual.
List of abbreviations used:
−Base - detector base DB-2 «RUBETEK»;
−CP - addressable fire alarm control panel;
−CW - commissioning works;
−DEVs - alarm and notification devices;
−FA - fire alarm;
−Fire 1 - first alarm state;
−Fire 2 - сonfirmation alarm signal;
−RE - radio extender module;
−SDW, detector - wireless addressable optical smoke detector SDW-1;
−SW - software.

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1. Description and operation
1.1. Function
Wireless addressable optical smoke detector SDW-1 «RUBETEK» is designed for early
detection of fires accompanied by smoke in a protected area by measuring the specific absorbance of
the medium.
The detector operates as part of the Rubetek automatic fire alarm system, controlled by the
addressable fire alarm control panel CP-1 (hereinafter referred to as CP).
Functionality of the detector:
●early detection of fire;
●generation of «Fire» and «Fault» alarms;
●automatic device detection in the system;
●testing of the detector from the CP menu;
●monitoring of the functionality;
●dust control;
●monitoring of the current smoke concentration;
●battery status control;
●anti-temper housing;
●status LED indication;
●setting in the service mode, without interruption of the link and configuration;
●protective cover;
●modern design.
1.2. Technical data
Table 1 - The main parameters of the detector
Parameter
Value
Link interface
RF 868 MHz
Battery voltage, V
–main: 3, battery CR123A 1500 mAh
–backup: 3, battery CR2032 210 mAh
Battery life*
–main: min 3 years
–backup: min 3 months
Response level, dB/m
from 0,05 to 0,2
Maximum link range (in open areas), m
900
Signal encryption
ХTEA 128bit
Number of channels within frequency range, ea.
5
Radiation power, mW, max
25
Tamper sensor
available
Operation temperature range, °С
from -10 to + 55
Relative air humidity
Up to 93% at +40°С
The degree of protection for the housing
IP20
Dimensions, mm
Ø 92 × 42
Weight, g, max
100 ± 5%
Average lifetime, years
10
Average time between failures, h
60000
*At an operating temperature above 0ºС, taking into account stable radio link, and a
polling time of 255 s. Operating time does not take into account batteries discharge during CW.

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1.3. Appearance of the detector
1 - Housing cover
2 - LED indicator
3 - Smoke chamber
4 - «Test» button
5 - Device housing
6 - Base
Figure 1 - Appearance of the detector
1.4. Internal design of the detector
1 - Main supply
2 - Backup supply
3 - «Tamper» sensor
Figure 2 –Internal design of the detector

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1.5. Complete set
Table 2 –Complete set of the detector
Item
Quantity, ea
Remarks
Wireless addressable optical smoke detector
SDW-1 «RUBETEK»
1
Detector base DB-2 «RUBETEK»
1
Installed on detector
Battery CR123А
1
Installed on detector
Battery CR2032
1
Installed on detector
Protective cover
1
Installed on detector
Mounting kit
1
Passport
1*
Multiple package
1*
*Per shipment.

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2. Intended use
2.1. Preparation for use
ATTENTION! If the detector was in conditions of negative temperature, keep it at least 4
hours at room temperature (25 ± 10 ºС) to prevent moisture condensation.
Open the package, make sure that the completeness of the detector corresponds to table 2.
Conduct an external visual inspection, make sure that there are no visible mechanical damages
(chips, cracks, dents) and traces of moisture.
Prepare detector for installation:
Open the housing of the detector. To do this, turn the base of
the detector counterclockwise, and with a little effort pull the
base of the detector.
Remove the protective film of the batteries. For this:
-carefully remove the battery;
-remove the protective film;
-observing the polarity indicated on the board, install the
battery in place;
-check the tight fit of the contact plates to the battery poles.
ATTENTION! Remove first the protective film from the main battery, then remove the
protective film from the backup battery.
The batteries are connected in the following sequence: first install the main battery, then
the backup one. After installing the battery wait at least 60 seconds and turn on the pairing mode
according to the recommendations of paragraph 2.2 of this Manual. Within 40 seconds from the
moment the pairing mode is turned on, the SDW is calibrated.
ATTENTION! This Manual describes configuration, pairing and link to CP-1.

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2.2. Linking the detector to CP
To link the detector to the CP via radio, ensure the
distance between the detector and CP or detector
and RE, linked to CP, it must be no more than 10
meters.
Switch CP to the available devices search mode.
To do this:
- in the Main menu of CP select 3.DEVs and press
Ок.
- select 3.Device pairing in the submenu. Press
Ок.
- select 2.Wireless DEVs in the submenu. Press
Ок.
- select one item 1.Using CP/2.Using PLC-1 in
the submenu. Press Ок.
RF-device pairing menu will open.
ATTENTION! Up to 5 detectors can be
linked to the CP at the same time.
Detectors active for linking within the
radio channel coverage area will be
displayed in the open list.
Enter the detector into the programming mode, to do this, hold the switch
(«Test» button) on the board of the detector for some time.
ATTENTION! The device will automatically exit pairing mode
after 20 seconds.

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The CP will display the serial number and the time since the device was
last detected. If the time is more than 5 seconds, then the device is most
likely out of pairing mode. Select the right one for pairing detector and
press OK.
CP will automatically proceed to further configuration of the detector
parameters (DEVS #X submenu, where X is the number of the slot to
which the detector is paired).
Configure the detector:
●Name –name of the detector.
ATTENTION! To use the created templates at the stage of
entering the name for the device, press «0» on the CP keyboard,
select a template from the proposed list and press OK. 9
templates are available by default: level, apartment, vestibule,
hall, corridor, living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom.
●Zone - will allow you to combine devices of one fire zone. There are
32 protected zones on the CP.
ATTENTION! For DEVS which do not have a zone set in manual
mode, the Default Zone configurations will be applied.
●Device type* - determined automatically.
●Status* - current state of the detector (normal, housing opening, Fire 1,
Fire 2, battery low, link fault).
●Bypass mode - detector deactivation/activation in the system.
●Smoke chamber* - the value of the current optical density of the smoke
chamber.
●Link* - parameters of CP link with detector. More details are described
in paragraph 2.5 of this Manual.
●Main supply* - main battery voltage.
●Backup supply* - backup battery voltage.
●Serial number* - detector serial number.
●Firmware version* - detector firmware version.
●Device menu - includes:
○Device configuration - individual device configuration.
Described in the paragraph below. If you want to set up a paired
detector, wait 20 seconds after switching it to pairing mode. The
configuration of this item is available for 30 seconds.
○Reaction configuration - list of alarm signals from the detector,
which will be processed by the CP. Reaction configuration is
described in detail in paragraph 2.9.1 of this Manual.
●Delete - device deleting from CP.
ATTENTION! Parameters marked with * are not configurable
and are for informational purposes only.

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In Device configuration, the following parameters are available:
●Status period –time interval (from 10 to 255s), after which the link of
the detector with the CP will be polled. 255s used as a default.
ATTENTION! Reducing the polling time of the detector will
shorten battery life.
After entering the necessary parameters select Save and press Ок.
After making all the configurations, press the button to return to the
previous menu.
The DEVs menu will be displayed on CP.
Detector pairing completed.
Close the detector housing. To do this, sink the housing of the detector into
the base until it stops, aligning the projections of the housing with the
recesses on the base.
Make sure that the detector is in the operating mode. In this case, the LED
on the front of the detector will flicker green with an interval of 10 seconds.
Check the detector pairing to CP. Press TEST on
detector. The green LED will flash briefly.
A message about testing the device will appear on
the CP within 3 seconds, indicating the slot to
which it is paired, and the ID (name) of the
detector.
Check if the battery voltage is in accordance with paragraph 3.2.2 of the Manual.
2.3. Detector deactivation
When performing installation and maintenance work, it is recommended to switch the detector
to the deactivation mode. At the same time, device pairing to the CP is preserved, but all reactions of
the detector become inactive, including the alarm signals «Fire1» and «Fire2» from this detector.
This mode is used to single disable detectors. To disable all RF-devices linked to this CP, use
the bypass mode described in paragraph 2.4.

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To deactivate the device, do the following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu. Press Ок.
- select 1.Devices list in the submenu. Press Ок.
- select 3.Wireless DEVs. Press Ок.
ATTENTION! Only «occupied» slots
are displayed in the devices list. For
quick access to a specific slot, press the
«0» button on the keyboard and enter the
slot number.
- select the right device. Press Ок.
- select Bypass mode. Press Ок.
- set bypass.
Press Ок to save.
To activate device, set the value to no.
To view the list of deactivated Wireless DEVs on
the CP, do the following:
- select 1.Information in the main menu. Press
Ок.
- select 5.Bypassed DEV list. Press Ок.
- select 2.Wireless DEVs. Press Ок.
After that you can see the list of wireless DEVs which are deactivated on
the system with their slot number #Х.
2.4. Bypass mode
Bypass mode is used to simultaneously disable all RF-devices linked to a given CP. At the
same time, pairing and the devices configurations are preserved. Reactions of disconnected devices
are not displayed on the CP and do not trigger events. Alarm signals «Fire1» and «Fire2» from
detectors are transmitted, but are inactive on the CP.

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ATTENTION! On the CP home screen, a quick bypass transfer of «in-fire» devices is
available by entering a pin code. PIN code is set by the administrator.
To configure the «sensor bypass» mode on the CP during the CW stage, do the following:
- In DEV Main menu select 7.Mode and press Ок.
- In the list that opens, select the mode: sensors bypass - this mode allows
the CP to ignore alarms from detectors. Press Oк.
ATTENTION! In this mode, the «Automatic Disabled» indicator flashes,
and the «Temporarily disabled» indicator glows yellow.
To return to automatic mode, select 7.Mode in the CP main menu, press
Ок, select Automatic in the submenu.
ATTENTION! We recommend using this mode when conducting CW, in order to avoid
excessive battery discharge until the equipment is handed over to the operating company.
2.5. Link quality assessment
To view device link parameters, do the following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu. Press Ок.
- select 1.Devices list submenu. Press Ок.
- select 3.Wireless DEVs.
Press Ок.
- select the right device. Press Ок.
- select Link: it displays the parameters of the
link between the CP and the device;
- T: time since the last contact;
- H: symbol of the device linked (0-to CP, 1-15 to RE);
- Q: link quality level (CP-detector / detector-CP or RE). The signal level
can vary from -109 to +15 dB.
The link signal quality graph is shown in figure 3.

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Figure 3 - The link signal quality graph
The recommended link quality in the detector intended installation location should be above
-80 dB. If the signal level is lower, use one of the solutions:
●reduce the distance between the detector and CP;
●locate RE between detector and CP;
●install the remote antenna on CP;
●locate the detector according to the cl.2.6 of this Manual.
2.6. Detector location
ATTENTION! Location and installation of the detector should only be carried out after
it has been linked to the CP.
ATTENTION! The CP receives a signal from the detectors installed within its range. The
maximum link range in open areas is up to 900 meters. Please note that obstacles between
the detector and the CP may interfere or block the signal.
For a more stable signal, it is recommended to keep the distance from vertical surfaces at least
0.5 m, from beams, elevator shafts, cable vertical channels at least 0.7 m.
Do not install a detector:
●outdoors, in places where there is a possibility of water getting on the detector housing;
●in a room with a high content of dust, suspensions of building materials in the air, vapors
and aerosols that cause corrosion;
●in places with high air currents (for example, near fans, radiators and ventilation ducts);
●near high-frequency communications, power cables, routes.
ATTENTION! Before installing detectors, it is strongly recommended to assess the quality
of link for each detector in accordance with paragraph 2.5 of this Manual!

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2.7. Installation
ATTENTION! Install the detector only after making sure that the device works correctly
in the selected installation location! How to locate the device is described in paragraph
2.6 Detector location.
Attach the device base to the selected installation
location and mark the mounting holes with a
pencil
1 - Base
2 - Screw
3 - Dowel
Drill holes and fix the base with two screws and
two dowels from the mounting kit.
Install the detector on the base. Drown housing
into the base until it stops, aligning the
projections of the housing with the recesses on
the base.
Rotate the detector clockwise.
Having completed installation of the detector, check for 255 s that the following alarm signals
are not generated: «Fire», «Fault». The LED indication of the detector must correspond to the standby
mode in accordance with Table 3.
Table 3 –LED indication of the detector
Status of the detector
Green indicator
Red indicator
Standby mode
Every 10 s
Alarm mode
Every 3 s
Main battery low
Every 10 s
Backup battery low
Every 10 s, double flash

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«PROG» mode
Frequent flashes
Link by tamper
Single flash
Link by test
Test the detector by pressing the TEST button. Make sure the message about testing the
installed detector appear on the CP display within 3 seconds.
ATTENTION! During and after installation, a protective cap must be installed on the
detector to prevent dusting of the chamber and false alarms of the system. The protective
cap is removed from the detectors after the system is commissioned to the operating
company.
ATTENTION! During CW, in order to avoid excessive batteries discharge, it is
recommended that you switch the CP to «Bypass mode» until the equipment is handed over
to the operating company.
After installation of the entire FA system, its performance is checked according to the
technical documentation for the CP.
2.8. Detector SW firmware version check
To check the device SW firmware version, do the
following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu.Press Ок.
- select 1.Devices list submenu. Press Ок.
- select 3.Wireless DEVs. Press Ок.
- select the right device. Press Ок.
- select Firmware version.
Check the current SW version against the latest
one.
The latest version can be viewed in the DEV
Update submenu, for this:
- select 3.DEVs from the main menu. Press Ок.
- select 9. DEV firmware update submenu. Press
Ок.

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- select the submenu with the device type, where the SW version available
for download on devices is displayed.
2.9. Events and reactions configuration
A complete list of events and reactions configuration in the fire alarm «RUBETEK» is given
in the operation manual for the CP.
Events configuration must be carried out only by qualified personnel, taking into account the
requirements of the working and design documentation for fire alarms and automation per facility.
Prior to events configuration read this User Manual and CP User Manual.
ATTENTION! 128 events can be configured per CP in the system.
Events are configured in accordance with the working documentation for the facility.
2.9.1. Detector reactions
Reaction is processed on the CP when device status parameters are received.
To activate device reactions, do the following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu.Press Ок.
- select 1.Devices list submenu. Press Ок.
- select 3.Wireless DEVs. Press Ок.
- select the right device. Press Ок.
- select Device menu. Press Ок.
- select Reaction configuration.
To activate menu items, use arrows ← → on the
CP keyboard. Press Ок to save changes.
The list of required reactions is given below.
The list of required reactions:
●Fire2 from DEV. - delivery of a message
to the CP when the chamber is filled with
smoke with saving it in the archive.
●Tamper - delivery of a message to the CP
when the casing is opened with saving it
in the archive.

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●Test button - delivery of a message to the CP when pressing the
«Test» button with saving it in the archive.
●Main low. - delivery of a message to the CP when the main battery
is low with saving it in the archive.
●Backup low. - delivery of a message to the CP when the backup
battery is low with saving it in the archive.
2.10. «Fire 2» alarm configuration
The CP is configured for the «Fire 2» alarm signal from one of the detectors by default. The
following algorithm is implemented: when the camera of one of the detector smokes, the «Fire 1»
alarm signal is sent to the CP, after 60 seconds, if the status of this detector is unchanged or repeated,
the «Fire 2» alarm signal is triggered on the CP, the fire alarm and the configured events are triggered.
ATTENTION! With this configuration, if two or more devices of the same zone are triggered
with an interval of no more than 60 seconds, the «Fire 2» alarm signal will automatically
start on the CP.
For configuration of triggering the «Fire 2» alarm signal only from two or more detectors of
the same zone, do the following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu. Press Ок.
- select 2.Device zones. Press Ок.
- select the right Zone. Press Ок.
- select Fire2 by single det. Press Ок.
- set time 0000. Press Ок.
- make sure that for Fire2 by 2 and more: on is
selected.
3. Maintenance
3.1. Safety precautions
3.1.1. During the repair work in the room where the detector is installed, protection against
mechanical damage and ingress of building materials (whitewash, paint, dust, etc.)
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3.2. Functional test
3.2.1. Detector functional test should be carried out during scheduled or other functional
checks of the detector, but at least once every 6 months.
3.2.2. Functional test includes:
●detectors status test for CP:
For device status test do the following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu. Press Ок.
- select 1.Devices list submenu. Press Ок.
- select 3.Wireless DEVs. Press Ок.
- select the right device. Press Ок.
Select the detector from the list and press Ок.
In the menu DEVs that opens select Status. If the detector has faults or
events, they will be displayed.
When you press the OK button, a list of current events / faults will be
displayed, for example:
●Link fault.
●Fire 1.
●Test.
●Housing opening.
●Supply low.
ATTENTION!If link with the detector is lost, faults received before
the loss of link will be displayed.
●link quality check. Performed in accordance with paragraph 2.5 of this
Manual;
●checking the reaction of the detector to opening the case:
○remove the detector from the base by turning the housing counterclockwise,
○pull with a little force applied on the housing of the detector,
○open the detector, a message about opening the housing should appear on the
CP,
○close the housing. Install the detector on the base, pushing until it clicks. Turn
the detector clockwise until it stops.
●checking the battery voltage of the main and backup battery:

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To check the battery voltage of the device, do the
following:
- select 3.DEVs in the main menu.Press Ок.
- select 1.Devices list submenu. Press Ок.
- select 3.Wireless DEVs. Press Ок.
- select the right device. Press Ок.
In the menu DEVS that opens, select Main supply or Backup supply.
With voltage less than 2.2V, batteries must be replaced according to the
paragraph 3.3 of this User Manual.
ATTENTION! If the voltage is less than 2.2V, the CP receives a «Main supply low» fault
message indicating the name of the device and the slot to which it is paired. In this case,
the device automatically switches to the backup battery. The fault will be cleared only after
battery with voltage over 2.8V replacement.
ATTENTION! If the value of 0.0V is displayed in the batery voltage field, this indicates a
possible:
- no battery;
- polarity reversal of the battery when installed in the device;
- no contact on the contact plates;
- installing a faulty battery.
In this case dismantle the device and inspect it to eliminate possible causes of the battery
failure.
●external inspection of the detector for traces of moisture and mechanical
damage;
●checking the indication of the detector: «Standby mode» according to table 3;
●external examination of the smoke chamber of the detector for dust. If there is
dust on the smoke chamber, replace the detector deleting the current detector from the
CP and adding a new one according to paragraph 2.2, or blow the smoke chamber with
a pneumatic cleaner with compressed air.
3.3. Batteries replacement
ATTENTION! When replacing batteries, observe the polarity indicated on the board! If
one battery fails, both batteries are replaced.
●Prepare new main and backup batteries;
●Remove the detector from the mount. To do this, turn the detector
counterclockwise;

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●Remove the old battery and install a new one, observing the polarity;
ATTENTION! First, the main battery is replaced, then the backup one.
●Check for contact between contact plates and battery poles;
●Assess the link quality in accordance with paragraph 2.5 and check the battery
voltage in accordance with paragraph 3.2.2;
ATTENTION! Information on the CP about the battery voltage, after its replacement, is
updated within 100 seconds, so wait at least this period of time before checking the data on
the CP.
●Install the detector on the base, aligning the mounting holes on the detector
with the fixing projections of the bracket.
4. Storage
4.1. Store the detector on racks in a packaged form.
4.2. The distance from the walls and floor of the storage to the detector packages must be at least
0.1 m.
4.3. The distance between the heaters and the detector packages must be at least 0.5 m.
4.4. The room must be free of vapors of aggressive substances and conductive dust.
5. Transportation
5.1. The packaged detector can be transported by all means of transport in covered vehicles and in
pressurized aircraft compartments.
5.2. The conditions of transportation must comply with the following conditions:
●ambient air temperature from minus 50 °Сto plus 50 °С;
●relative air humidity up to 95% at a temperature of plus 40 °С.
5.3. The period of transportation and intermediate storage should not exceed 3 months. It is
allowed to increase the period of transportation and intermediate storage of the detector during
transportation due to the storability time in stationary conditions.
6. Disposal
6.1. Batteries are disposed by handing over used batteries to an organization that accepts used
batteries. The detector does not contain other toxic components.
6.2. The detector is disposed when there are no toxic components in it.
6.3. The content of precious materials does not require record during storage, issue, disposal.
7. Manufacturer's warranty
7.1. The manufacturer guarantees the compliance of the detector with the technical specifications,
provided that the consumer observes the rules of transportation, storage, installation and operation.
7.2. Warranty period of operation is 12 months from the date of commissioning, but not more than
24 months from the date of manufacture.