Secutron MODUL-R MR-2200 Owner's manual

LT-2001 Rev.3.1
June 2018
© Secutron
MR-2100 & MR-2200
Fire Alarm Control Panel
Programming Manual

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Table of Contents
1.0 Operation and Programming Concepts ..........................................................................1
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................1
1.2 General Information .......................................................................................................2
1.3 Networks ........................................................................................................................2
1.4 Addressable Devices .....................................................................................................5
1.5 Resetting 4-Wire Detectors ............................................................................................8
2.0 Editing MHI Databases .....................................................................................................10
2.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................10
2.2 General Comments ........................................................................................................10
2.3 System Window .............................................................................................................11
2.4 Switches Window ...........................................................................................................15
2.5 Groups Window .............................................................................................................17
2.6 Panel Window ................................................................................................................19
2.7 Outputs Dialog ...............................................................................................................23
2.8 Options Dialog ...............................................................................................................24
2.9 Circuits and Devices Windows .......................................................................................35
2.10 Internal Circuits Window ..............................................................................................40
2.11 Relate Window .............................................................................................................42
2.12 Pushbuttons .................................................................................................................43
3.0 LCD Programming ............................................................................................................44
3.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................44
3.2 General Comments ........................................................................................................44
3.3 Menus ............................................................................................................................45
4.0 Appendix A: Condition Codes and Zone Numbers ........................................................52
4.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................52
4.2 List of Codes and Zone Numbers ..................................................................................52
5.0 Appendix B: Stand-by Battery Calculation .....................................................................58
6.0 Appendix C: Service Terminal .........................................................................................59
6.1 General ..........................................................................................................................59
6.2 Control Unit ....................................................................................................................59
7.0 Appendix D: Table of Reporting Codes ..........................................................................67

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List of Figures
Figure 1 Typical Network Layout ......................................................................................... 2
Figure 2 Single Network Break ........................................................................................... 4
Figure 3 Panel Removed from Network .............................................................................. 5
Figure 4 Four Wire Device Wiring (Typical) ........................................................................ 9
Figure 5 Modul-R System Window ...................................................................................... 11
Figure 6 Switches Window .................................................................................................. 16
Figure 7 Groups Window .................................................................................................... 17
Figure 8 Panel Window ....................................................................................................... 19
Figure 9 Panel Outputs ....................................................................................................... 23
Figure 10 Options Dialog .................................................................................................... 24
Figure 11 Default Key Assignments .................................................................................... 27
Figure 13 Dialer Settings ..................................................................................................... 30
Figure 14 Dialer Configuration 1 ......................................................................................... 31
Figure 15 Dialer Configuration 2 ......................................................................................... 33
Figure 16 Call Directions ..................................................................................................... 34
Figure 17 Zone Data ........................................................................................................... 34
Figure 18 Dialer Maintenance and Common Reporting Codes .......................................... 35
Figure 19 Circuits Window .................................................................................................. 36
Figure 20 Devices Window ................................................................................................. 36
Figure 21 Copy Window ...................................................................................................... 39
Figure 22 Internal Circuits Window ..................................................................................... 41
Figure 23 Relate Window .................................................................................................... 42
Figure 24 Program Menu .................................................................................................... 44
Figure 25 Selector Screen .................................................................................................. 45

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List of Tables
Table 1: Automatic Contact ID/SIA Reporting Codes ..........................................................67
Table 2: Contact ID Zone Alarm/Restore Event Codes .......................................................68
Table 3: SIA Format Automatic Zone Alarm/Restore Codes ...............................................69

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Operation and Programming Concepts
1.0 Operation and Programming
Concepts
1.1 Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the MR-2100/2200’s (hereafter called the MR-2200)
features and supported devices.
NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the
requirements in CAN/ULCS527, Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems, certain programming
features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below.
Program feature or
option Permitted in CAN/ ULCS527? (Y/N) Possible settings\methods Settings permitted in CAN/ULCS527
Bell System Y Alert, Evac, Alert/Evac,
Staged Alert, Evac
Bell Cutoff Y 0 or 5 to 30 minutes All
NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the
requirements in UL864, Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems, certain programming features or
options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below.
Program feature or
option Permitted in UL864? (Y/N) Possible settings\methods Settings permitted in UL864
AC Fail Y 0 to 30 hours 1, 2 or 3 hours
Bell Cutoff N 0 or 5 to 30 minutes 0

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1.2 General Information
1.2.1 Warnings: Before Programming
1. All applicable codes and standards should be considered when programming the
Control Unit.
2. The Control Unit continues to monitor input circuits and devices and acts according to
the current program settings if an alarm is received while it is being programmed.
3. Loading a new database erases the current database before loading the new database.
If the new database is not loaded after the erasure, the panel will not operate.
4. The database internal revision number included must match the number required by the
MR2 program, otherwise a Database Mismatch trouble condition is generated. This
condition disables the panel until a correct MR2 program is loaded.
5. The database must be completely loaded for it to be considered valid. The program
keeps track if the last database load was valid/complete or not. An invalid database load
disables the panel until a valid database load is done.
1.2.2 Downloadable Database
The panel uses a downloaded database for input circuit programming. This database includes
the addressable devices on-line, and the Zone LEDs, Bells, Functions Relays and Control
Modules activated by addressable devices. This database is created and downloaded from an
IBM compatible computer using the Modul-R Human Interface (MHI) program. Refer to the
Modul-R Human Interface User Guide for instructions on downloading the database.
1.3 Networks
1.3.1 General
The MR-2200 can be incorporated into a network including other MR-2900 panels and MR-
2944 annunciators. Though up to 254 panels and annunciators can be supported by the
network, such a network would probably be too large to properly maintain. The network can be
setup for single building or multiple building operation.
Figure 1 Typical Network Layout
Note: All communications are stopped during the database load. This causes a trouble
to be recorded by those units that are normally communicating with the panel.
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MR-2900
ID #2
Com2 Com1
MR-2944
ID #3
Com2 Com1
MR-2200
ID #1
Com2 Com1
MR-2944
ID #4
Com1 Com2
MR-2200
ID #5
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The basic layout of the network is a single loop (see Figure 1). Each panel and annunciator
has a unique ID. There is no requirement that the IDs be sequential or that they start with 1.
The master panel can be any fire panel in the network. The panels work in a peer-to-peer
fashion. This means that each panel is responsible for the programming of the inputs
connected to it. The master panel does not control the network, but it is the central location for
network information. Information is exchanged over the network via two basic means: a)
specific frames, which are from one panel to another, and b) broadcast frames, which are from
one panel to all others.
The special functions of master panel are:
a) synchronize the clocks on the network by broadcasting the date and time at 3:30am
every day; this means that only the master panel of a network requires that its clock be
calibrated;
b) maintain a network alarm list that includes all alarms, supervisory and trouble conditions
induced on any panel on the network;
c) transmit all signals from the network to a monitoring location.
1.3.2 Feature Operation
The following are the various types of frames that are sent on the network.
Commands & Restores
These specific frames are sent when a device in alarm requires operation of outputs at
another unit. These commands are for the bells, relays, control modules, device messages
and LEDs. When the device itself restores, the restore commands are sent right away so that
the other panels know that they can be reset. Anything operated stays latched until the Reset
key is pressed.
Hotkey and Hotkey LED Operation
If Hotkey routing is on a panel, it will send Ack, Reset, Sig Sil and Automatic Alarm Signal
Cancel to the other panels as specific frames.
If a panel’s function keys are sent to other panels, those panels will send commands to the
panel to have it turn on and off the hot key LEDs. This is so that there is indication that the key
function has become available. This will cause the LEDs to continue flashing after the key is
pressed until the frame is received to turn off the LED.
Time/Date Change
This broadcast frame is sent by a panel or annunciator if the time or date is changed. The
master panel also sends both a date and time change frame at 3:30am every day to
synchronize all the clocks in the network.
Manual Switch Operation
If the state of any of the 16 software switches is changed manually at any panel, this change is
broadcast to all other panels. The software switches are a system resource.

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Network Reboot
If a Network Reboot command is initiated at a panel, it is broadcast normally and then the
panel reboots itself. Upon receiving the Network Reboot command, a panel passes the
command on to the next panel and then reboots itself. This has the affect of causing all the
panels to reboot simultaneously.
Network Verify
Network Verify is the process by which the master panel queries the rest of the network to
determine on-line status. Each panel will respond to the network verify request. The user can
also request a Network Verify at any time from any panel in the network.
1.3.3 Network Communications
Information is sent across the network in frames. In addition to the operator generated
frames described above, alarm, supervisory, and trouble frames are sent across the
network whenever a device or panel indicates a problem. There are two types of frames:
specific and broadcast. Specific frames are sent from one unit to another. Broadcast frames
are sent from one unit to all others.
Specific Frames
Specific frames deal with information generated at one panel and required at another. This
type of frame is passed from panel to panel until it reaches its destination. Each panel has a
list as to which port to send frames from to reach all other panels through the fewest number of
panels. Since networks generally have all communications links running at the same baud
rate, this is generally the shortest time as well.
If there is a break in the communications (see Figure 2), the panel that cannot pass the
message on sends it back the way it came. This causes the frame to go the long way around
the network. If there are two breaks in the network loop, the frame is again reversed at the
second break. When the originating panel receives it after the second turn around, the
originating panel realizes there is a major fault in the network and considers the frame to be
orphaned and destroys it. This generates a Network Reboot Required trouble. This is passed
on to all other panels (or at least as many as can be reached). The reason the orphan frame is
destroyed is to prevent unexpected operation when the network is finally repaired, such as a
panel starts ringing its bells because of an alarm from the previous day.
Figure 2 Single Network Break
Broadcast Frames
Broadcast frames deal with information that affects the entire network. When a broadcast
frame is created by a panel or annunciator, it is sent out both network communications ports.
Each unit in turn receives the broadcast in one port, act upon it and pass it on out the other
port. Upon reaching the unit that generated the broadcast frame, that unit then disposes of it.
This means that under normal circumstances, all units receive a broadcast twice and act upon
it twice.
M R2200
ID # 1
C O M 2 C O M 1
MR2900
ID # 2
C O M 2 C O M 1
MR2944
ID # 3
C O M 2 C O M 1
M R2200
ID # 5 MR2944
ID # 4
C O M 1 C O M 2C O M 1 C O M 2

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If there is break in a communications link (see Figure 2) the broadcast is disposed of by the
unit unable to pass it on. In the situation where a unit has been removed from the loop (see
Figure 3), the broadcast is passed only from com2 to com1 at the jump. In Figure 3, panel 5
passes the broadcast to panel 3, but panel 3 will not pass the broadcast on to panel 5 since it
is supposed to be communicating to panel 4.
Figure 3 Panel Removed from Network
1.4 Addressable Devices
1.4.1 Supported Devices
The MR-2200 can use analog/addressable devices. There are two general types of devices:
sensors and modules. The following devices are supported:
Modules
MRI-M500DM Dual Input Monitor Module
MRI-M500M Monitor module, Classes A/B initiating
MRI-M501M Mini Monitor module, Class B initiating
MRI-M502M Monitor Module for 2- wire smoke detectors Classes A/B
initiating
MRI-M500S Control module
MRI-M500R Relay Module
MRI-M500X Fault isolator module
IM-10 Intelligent Input Monitor Module
CZ-6 Zone Interface Module
CR-6 Control Module Relay
SC-6 Supervised Control Module
MR2200
ID #1
C O M 2 C O M 1
MR2900
ID #2
C O M 2 C O M 1
MR2944
ID #3
C O M 2 C O M 1
MR2200
ID #5 MR2944
ID #4
C O M 1 C O M 2C O M 1 C O M 2

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The MRI-M500S control module can be used to control a supervised output, such as a bell or
strobe circuit. The control module monitors the circuit wiring and troubles will be reported. The
module will require a separate 24 VDC supply for the controlled circuit. When programming
the database in MHI, be sure to program the control module correctly. Choose any “Control
(str)” other than “Control (relay)” for the MRI-M500S module. The MR-2400 will not operate a
control module if the supervised circuit is shorted. Also there are options in MHI that affect the
MRI-M500S control module but not the MRI-M500R relay module.
The MRI-M500R relay provides two Form C relays. Choose “Control (relay)” for the MRI-
M500R module. There are options in MHI that affect the MRI-M500R relay module that do not
affect the MRI-M500S control module.
The MRI-M500X isolator module is used to prevent wiring faults from affecting the entire
circuit. It divides the addressable circuit into sections. The isolator has separate IN and OUT
wiring. A short on one side of the isolator is not seen on or affects the other side. Isolator
modules do not use addresses. The isolator relies on a voltage threshold to determine
whether it should be isolating or not. This voltage threshold is around 6.5V. All isolators in a
system are in isolated mode on system power up. If there is an excess of current draw, the
isolator will not close. When the short is removed, the isolator module automatically closes the
circuit again. The LED on the isolator module turns on when the module is in isolated mode,
otherwise it flashes periodically. System Sensor recommends no more than 25 devices
between isolator modules since the inrush current of the devices may mimic a short condition
preventing the isolator from closing.
Sensors
MRI-1251 Ionization type smoke detector, low profile
MRI-1551 Ionization type smoke detector
MRI-2251 Photoelectric type smoke detector, low profile
MRI-2551 Photoelectric type smoke detector
MRI-2251T Photoelectric type smoke detector c/w heat detector,
low profile
MRI-2551TH Photoelectric type smoke detector c/w heat detector
MRI-2251TMB Acclimate Photo-Thermal Detector
MRI-5251 Fixed temperature detector, low profile
MRI-5251H Fixed high temperature detector
MRI-5551 Fixed temperature detector
MRI-5251R Rate of Rise and fixed temperature detector, low profile
MRI-5551R Rate of Rise and fixed temperature detector
MRI-7251 Pinnacle Laser
MRI-992A Photo Detector
MRI-995A Thermal Detector
MRI-M900CA Control Module
MRI-M900MA Monitor Module
MRI-M902MA Interface module
MRI-M900XA Isolator Module

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The sensors all use bases formounting. Besides the standard plain bases, there are also relay
bases, isolator bases and a sounder base. The available bases are:
The sensor LED activates the relay and sounder bases. When this LED stays on for more than
10 seconds, the base activates. This requires that the MR-2200 have the LED mode set to
FLASH/ON. This is done through the LCD Menu by choosing PROGRAM/ADDRESSABLE/
LED MODE/FLASH. The MR-2200 only turns on the LEDs of up to 5 devices per addressable
circuit to prevent excess current flow. While the panel continues to respond to further alarms
from the circuit, the panel does not turn on additional LEDs. The MRI-B501BH sounder base
requires a separate 24 VDC supply for operation. If the polarity of this supply is reversed for
more than 10 seconds, the sounder base activates.
Isolator bases function the same as isolator modules. The sensor plugged into the base is
connected to the IN wiring to the base. The isolator is between the sensor and the OUT wiring.
While both sensors and modules have rotary dials that allow for addresses from 00 to 99,
modules add 100 internally to the address programmed, thus using the address range 100 to
199. Since sensors and modules come from the factory addressed as 00, we do not allow that
address to be used for an installed device. Address 0 is used for indication of wiring faults on
the addressable circuit.
1.4.2 Device Faults
The following troubles (with condition code letter) can be reported by or for addressable
devices:
•Missing (M): A device listed in the database is not reporting back when polled by the
panel. For a new installation, this is generally indicative of devices that have been mis-
addressed. This error can also occur if there are any wiring faults.
•Illegal (I): A device is reporting in on an address that the database shows as unused.
For a new installation, this is generally indicative of devices that have been mis-
addressed. For illegal sensors, since there is no programming available, if an alarm
condition is detected, the MR-2200 operates all its bell circuits. In a network system, only
the local panel activates its bells. The MR-2200 always ignores illegal modules.
•Wrong Type (U): This occurs if the device is not the type expected for the address. For
example, the database lists an address to have a ion smoke detector, but a photo smoke
detector has reported for the address. This error is also used if the panel cannot
MRI-B501 Flangeless base for all sensors
MRI-B501B Flanged base for MRI-x551 sensors
MRI-B210LP Flanged base for MRI-x251 sensors, low profile
MRI-B501BH Sounder base for all sensors
MRI-B501BHT Sounder base, temporal
MRI-B524BI Isolator base for MRI-x551 sensors
MRI-B224BI Isolator base for MRI-x251 sensors, low profile
MRI-B524RB Relay base for MRI-x551 sensors
MRI-B224RB Relay base for MRx251 sensors, low profile
B901BA Base for MRI-900 Series Detectors and Modules

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determine the type of the device. If the device goes into alarm, the panel operates
normally.
•Trouble (T): Sensors: The device is defective and needs to be replaced.
Modules: The extended circuit from the module has a wiring fault. Note: Control
modules that supervise their output circuits are not operated if the output circuit is
shorted.
•Duplicate (D): This means that two devices are using the same address. The MR-2200
does a check every hour for duplicate devices. If either device goes into alarm, the panel
operates normally. Note: Due to the method used to detect duplicate devices, it is
possible for a single device to appear as duplicate devices. Generally, the device needs
to be replaced.
1.5 Resetting 4-Wire Detectors
1.5.1 General
4-wire detectors can be reset by using one of the function relays on the panel. The relay is not
programmed for any use, that is, it is unassigned. The next requirement is that a non-zero
duration be programmed for it (See Outputs Dialog on page 23.) A duration of zero disables
this function. Once this is done, wire the power for the device as shown in Figure 4. A third
party power supply (must be UL/ULC-listed compatible power supply suitable for fire
applications) can be used instead of the Aux Power as shown. Whenever the System Reset
operator key is pressed when neither LED is flashing, causes the relay to operate for the
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Figure 4 Four Wire Device Wiring (Typical)
To Monitor Module
Input
4 Wire Device
COM
AUX
RLY 4
RLY 3
RLY 2
RLY 1
AUX
NC
NO
COM
NC
NO
COM
NC
NO
COM
NC
NO
+
-
+
-
+
-

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2.0 Editing MHI Databases
2.1 Introduction
This chapter describes the windows used to program the system.
2.2 General Comments
Overview
The editing of a system is done through a series of input windows. Editing starts with the
System Level and progresses to the Panel Level, then to the Input Level, and finally to the
Relate Level. The Main Menu and option speed keys are not available while editing/viewing
the system. While editing is being done, the word OPEN is displayed in the Status Bar. This is
to remind the user that the system database is open and that the computer should not be
turned off. If the computer is turned off while the database is open, it may become corrupted.
If the current database has been previously verified and you select Edit, a requester is
displayed confirming your request to edit the database. If No is chosen, then the database is
displayed in View mode. Editing the database changes the database to a non-verified state
and changes the Last Edit Date.
Prior to an editing session, the database is automatically backed up. This back up copy has
the same name as the original database, but incorporates a .BAK extension. If a database
becomes corrupted, delete it and rename its .BAK backup file to have a .DBA extension. This
restores the database to the state prior to the last editing session.
2.2.1 Network-Capable Panel Types
The following panels can be used in a network configuration.
Note: When upgrading from a version 17 (or earlier) system, a number of items that
were programmed at the panel are now included in the database. See the file
UPGRADE.TXT for a complete description of these changes.
Follow these instructions to obtain the required information before upgrading
your firmware:
1.Connect your computer to the panel and open the Terminal window.
2.Select the Printer screen in the Terminal: press 14<Tab>
3.You should note that the title bar of the Terminal window displays the text
“File logging in progress...”. If this does not appear, press the button Log
On.
4.In the terminal window, type the following command: 99?
5.The panel's configuration settings will be listed in the Terminal window and it
will also be saved in the file: LOG_CONT.TXT, located in your program
directory
6.Close the Terminal window
7.You may now view the contents of the file using any standard word
processor or text editor
Note: You must perform the above procedure for ALL panels in your system.
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• MR-2100 Fire Panel: The MR-2100 has one (Class A or B) SLCs and two (expandable
to eight) NACs. The NACs can be programmed to be used as either bells or strobe type
circuits. The MR-2614 Annunciator can be attached to the MR-2100 panel. It is
considered an extension of the panel by MHI and does not change how the panel
interfaces with other annunciators.
•MR-2200 Fire Panel: The MR-2200 has two (Class A or B) SLCs and two (expandable
to eight) NACs. The NACs can be programmed to be used as either bells or strobe type
circuits. The MR-2614 Annunciator can be attached to the MR-2200 panel. It is
considered an extension of the panel by MHI and does not change how the panel
interfaces with other annunciators.
•MR-2900 (mb2931) Fire Panel: This is an MR-2900 Control Panel using the MR-2931
motherboard. This panel accepts all input circuit modules and has four Class A or eight
Class B power-reversing output circuits. These output circuits can be programmed to be
used as bells. This is the standard board for the MR-2900. These panels can be used in
a network configuration.
•MR-2944 Annunciator: It includes the memory required to have a database loaded into
it. This allows for less information to be sent on the network. An optional 4x20 LCD can
be included. This annunciator has two communications ports. This allows the
annunciator to reside in the network loop. It uses the MR-2910 Network Board.
2.3 System Window
2.3.1 Description
The System Window (see Figure 5) allows editing of all system level options, as well as
detailing other system wide information.
The Title Bar of the window shows whether editing or viewing of the database is being
preformed and the name of the current database.
Figure 5 Modul-R System Window

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The text in the top left corner provides information about the database. The top line gives the
date and time the database was last edited. The next line states whether the current contents
have been verified or not; and whether the database has been compressed or not.
The options Bell System, Subsequent Alarm, Resound, Evac and Waterflow all affect how the
notification appliance circuits (NAC), hereafter referred to as bells, react to alarm conditions.
2.3.2 Bell System
Bell System is a drop down list for selecting how the bells and strobes will operate. This sets
the base operation for the entire network. If coded bells are required, the bell codes are
defined for each input individually. The following options are available:
•Alert: A First Stage alarm activates the selected bells in Alert mode. If the Signal Silence
or Automatic Alarm Signal Cancel Hot Key is not pressed before the [No Acknowledge]
Automatic Alarm Signal Cancel timeout, the panel will progress to Second Stage.
Second stage will activate all bells in Evacuation mode.
•Evac: A First Stage alarm will activate selected bells in Evacuation mode. Second Stage
will activate all bells in Evacuation mode. There is no timeout from First to Second Stage.
•Alert/Evac: A First Stage alarm activates the selected bells in Evacuation mode and all
other bells on the panel in Alert mode. If the Signal Silence or Automatic Alarm Signal
Cancel Hot Key is not pressed before the [No Acknowledge] Automatic Alarm Signal
Cancel timeout, the system will progress to Second Stage. Second Stage will activate all
bells in Evacuation mode.
Note: Not to be used for ULC applications.
•Staged: The 1st alarm will activate selected bells in Alert mode. If the Signal Silence or
Automatic Alarm Signal Cancel Hot Key is not pressed before the [No Acknowledge]
Automatic Alarm Signal Cancel timeout, the selected bells are switched to Evacuation
mode and the next bells, i.e. the ones with the next higher number, are activated in Alert
mode. This sequence is repeated until all bells are in Evacuation mode. When the
highest numbered bell circuit switches to Evacuation mode, all bell and strobe circuits on
the panel will be turned on in Evacuation mode. For example, if the alarm activates Bells
1 and 4, after the NAK timeout, Bells 1 and 4 are switched to Evacuation mode and Bells
2 and 5 are set to Alert mode. A 2nd alarm will activate all bells in Evacuation mode.
Note: Not to be used for ULC applications.
2.3.3 Subsequent Alarm
Subsequent Alarm controls how Alert, Evac and Alert/Evac type bell systems behave when a
new alarm is received while one is still active. 1st Stage has the panel repeat the First Stage
operation. 2nd Stage has the panel go immediately to Second Stage operation.
2.3.4 Resound
Resound controls how the panel handles the automatic resounding of silence bells when a
new alarm is received. There are two modes:
Note: Control modules cannot be programmed as bell or strobe if the Staged Bell
system is used.
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•Local: Each panel resounds only its own silenced bells when a new alarm is received.
This would be used when panels in a network are in different buildings, such as a
campus.
•Global: All panels in a network resound silenced bells when a new alarm condition is
received on any panel in the network. This is used when the panels are all in the same
building, such as a large plant.
2.3.5 Evac
Evac controls whetherthe bell system Evacuation Mode sounds Steady (continuously) or uses
a Temporal pattern as specified in ANSI S3.41 and ISO 8201 Audible Emergency Evacuation
Signal. The pattern used ½s On, ½s Off, ½s On, ½s Off, ½s On, 1½s Off repeated.
2.3.6 Waterflow
Waterflow controls if bells can be silenced if they are started by a waterflow type input. If Non-
Silenceable is chosen, bell circuits activated due to a waterflow input cannot be silenced until
the waterflow device has restored.
2.3.7 Language
Language chooses English (default), French or Hungarian characters to be used in messages.
2.3.8 Alarm List Sequence
Alarm List Sequence controls which end of the Alarm List is shown automatically. If First is
chosen, the first (oldest) item in the alarm list is shown. If Last is chosen, the last (newest) item
in the alarm list is shown. Regardless of order, alarms always take precedence in being
shown. Another way to think of it is that First shows where the fire started while Last shows
where the fire has gotten to.
2.3.9 Disconnects
Disconnects controls which panels the Signal Disconnect, Relay Disconnect, and Common
Disconnect hot keys affect.
•Local: The Disconnect hot keys affect only the panel they are on.
•Global: The Disconnect hot keys affect all the panels in the network. This means that if
any Disconnect key is pressed on a panel, all other panels in the system take on the
state of that Disconnect, either on or off.
2.3.10 System Message
The System Message is a text entry box for defining a message that is 3 lines by 20
characters that is used to identify the system. This message is printed at the top of printouts
and shown on some service terminal screens, but it is not used in any LCD except in STATUS/
IDENTIFICATION.
2.3.11 System Banner
The System Banner is a 20 character message that is used as a banner for the Main Menu of
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2.3.12 Enforce Local LED Rules
The Enforce Local LED Rules check box forces an LED on an input's panel be related.
Normally an LED anywhere in the system is all that is required. Note: The common LEDs of
any panel are based upon the zone LEDs that are displayed by the panel, not based upon the
inputs to the panel.
2.3.13 Enforce Group Association
The Enforce Group Association checking check box enables MHI to check to see if a group
association has been included in the relates of inputs.
2.3.14 Observe Daylight Savings Time
The Observe Daylight Savings Time check box enables or disables the automatic changing of
the clock for Daylight Savings Time. If enable, the system moves 1 hour ahead the second
Sunday of March and fall back 1 hour the first Sunday of November (North American dates).
2.3.15 Pre-Alarm Buzzer
The Pre-Alarm Buzzer, when enabled, will cause a tone to sound when an addressable device
is in alarm during the Retard period. The tone is a triple beep repeated every second.
2.3.16 Master ID
Master ID defines which panel in a network acts as the Master panel. Only control panels may
be chosen as the Master panel. The Master panel retains an alarm list for the entire network
and synchronizes the date and time on all panels and annunciators at 3:30am everyday. (The
alarm list functionality is programmable for several modes of operation. See below for more
detail.)
2.3.17 Alarm List Mode
Alarm List Mode sets the way the Alarm List messages are displayed on fire panels in the
system. Annunciators always receive messages as marked in the database. There are three
modes of displaying messages:
•Local: Each fire panel shows only Alarm List entries that are for that panel only.
•Global: Each fire panel shows Alarm List entries for itself and all other panels and
annunciators.
•Master: The master fire panel shows the Alarm List entries for all panels and
annunciators while all other fire panels show only their own Alarm List entries.
2.3.18 Common Relays
Common Relays controls what signals affect the common alarm, common supervisory and
common trouble relays of each panel. The are two settings:
•Local: The common relays of a panel follow the events of events on that panel only.
•follow Alarm List Mode: The common relays of a panel react to both events of the
panel and any events listed in its Alarm List.
Non-Latch Mode controls if the panel will auto store. The options are as follows