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Installation,OperationandMaintenanceManual
FIREFINDER-XLS CONTROL PANEL

CAUTION
ALLWIRING MUST BE DONEAS DESCRIBED BELOW
TO OBTAIN SAFEAND PROPER SYSTEM OPERATION.
1. Earth ground the FireFinder-XLS enclosure properly; see the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code or CAN/ULC-S524-01 Canadian Electrical Code for
approved methods. Conduit ground is NOT adequate.
2. To wire the System in compliance with NEC Article 760, refer to the Power
Limited Wiring Instructions for the CAB1 Enclosure, P/N 315-033007, or the
CAB2-BB/CAB3-BB, P/N 315-033009, as applicable.
3. INSULATE ALL CABLE DRAIN WIRES from any conduit or earth grounded
electrical box, including those in the FireFinder-XLS enclosure.
4. Connect shield cable drain wire ONLY inside the FireFinder-XLS enclosure.
5. No wiring used for any of the following can run outside the building:
• a DLC loop
• an RS-485 network
• a NAC circuit used for audibles, audio, and telephone risers
• an HZM initiating device zone
Foradditional wiring
information,refer tothis
manualor call Siemens
BuildingTechnologies,
Inc.Technical Support
Department at
1-800-248-7976.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS i
1 DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................ 1-1
Introduction ................................................................................................ 1-1
Configuration .............................................................................................. 1-2
Basic System .............................................................................................. 1-3
Optional Modules ....................................................................................... 1-6
Voice System Modules ............................................................................... 1-9
Intelligent Analog Devices ......................................................................... 1-12
2 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 2-1
Introduction ................................................................................................ 2-1
Installation Guidelines ................................................................................ 2-1
3 OPERATION ............................................................................................... 3-1
Introduction ................................................................................................ 3-1
Normal Mode ............................................................................................. 3-2
Alert Mode ................................................................................................. 3-3
Report Mode .............................................................................................. 3-6
4 VOICE SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 4-1
Introduction ................................................................................................ 4-1
Equipment .................................................................................................. 4-1
Command Sations ...................................................................................... 4-1
System Operation ....................................................................................... 4-2
System Priorities ........................................................................................ 4-3
Operation Procedure .................................................................................. 4-4

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Manual Operation ....................................................................................... 4-4
Emergency Page ................................................................................. 4-4
Evacuation .......................................................................................... 4-9
Alert .................................................................................................. 4-10
Convenience Page ............................................................................ 4-10
Background Music ............................................................................ 4-12
Speaker Groups ................................................................................ 4-13
Audible Silence/Unsilence ................................................................. 4-13
Speaker Group Non-Silence .............................................................. 4-14
Display .............................................................................................. 4-14
Audio to Local Speaker ...................................................................... 4-17
AudioVolume Control ........................................................................ 4-18
Command Station Access ................................................................. 4-20
LampTest .......................................................................................... 4-21
Clear Manual ..................................................................................... 4-21
Firefighters’Telephone System ................................................................. 4-21
Phone Group ..................................................................................... 4-21
Phone Page ....................................................................................... 4-22
Warden’s Page .................................................................................. 4-22
APPENDIX
A Alarm Verification ..................................................................... Appendix 1
B Application Specific Detection................................................. Appendix 3
C Intelligent Enviromnental Compensation................................. Appendix 5
D Security Point Installation ........................................................ Appendix 7
E Silent Knight Model 5129 ........................................................ Appendix 9
F Testing / Maintenance ............................................................. Appendix 11
INDEX ...........................................................................................................Index 1

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DESCRIPTION 1-1
INTRODUCTION The Siemens Fire Safety FireFinder-XLS TM Control System is a powerful intelligent fire
alarm control system. FireFinder-XLS utilizes FirePrint—the most advanced fire
detection technology in the world.
FireFinder-XLS is designed to provide the most reliable life safety and property
protection at the lowest system life cycle cost available anywhere. FireFinder-XLS has
been architected to be easy to install, commission and operate.The FireFinder-XLS
System is totally modular to satisfy any size building fire alarm needs.
A basic FireFinder-XLS control system consists of the PMI operator interface and
central processor, a PSC-12 power supply and battery charger, a PTB power termina-
tion board, a DLC intelligent device loop controller, and ZIC-4A zone indicating card.
This basic two loop system can monitor up to 252 intelligent detectors and devices
and provides up to 12 Amps of 24VDC power for use in driving the basic 4 notifica-
tion appliance circuits.These supervised notification appliance circuits can be soft-
ware configured for a wide variety of functions— such as standard NAC operation
(bells, horns, chimes), strobes (synchronized or non- synchronized), coded audibles
(Temporal Code 3, Marchtime, Zone Coded, etc), Municipal Tie, Leased Line, Extin-
guishing agent releasing (FM-200 or Halon) or sprinkler pre-action and deluge applica-
tions.The PMI’s large easy-to-read ¼ VGA display simplifies system operator control.
By adding intelligent loop controller cards, FireFinder-XLS can be expanded to support
up to 2500 intelligent detectors and devices spread across a flexible number of DLC
loops.The system can also be expanded by adding additional CC-5 cardcages and
power supplies to support conventional Form C relay modules, network interface
cards for remote enclosure communication, conventional detectors and devices and
solid state output modules—typically for use in driving graphic annunciators.
The FireFinder-XLS system’s operator interface is designed to make status informa-
tion presentation clear and system control functions simple to operate.Through the
use of soft function buttons on the systems display—prompted by lighted physical
buttons—the user can easily “Acknowledge” events, “Silence” or “Unsilence” building
audibles, or “Reset” the system.The system status presentation is structured to
allow the different types of system events (Alarms, Supervisory, Security, Trouble) to
be viewed independently. Each system event presents the user with a custom
message describing the location of the alarm report and the type of event (manual
alarm, smoke, heat or waterflow). If additional details need to be learned about the
nature of the alarm report or its location – the user can depress the illuminated “More
Info” button. Additional text messages, device specific details and simple graphic
maps tell the user where they are in the building relative to the alarm report for ease
in locating the alarm. For fire fighters responding to the system, standard NFPA Fire
Service icons are presented to alert fire fighters to the availability of fire service
equipment (stand pipe locations, sprinklers, building fire hoses, fire hydrants, etc).
Standard HazMat icons are also presented to notify responding officials of possible

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FIREFINDER-XLS INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL | CHAPTER 1
hazards or people in that area of the building. Standard NFPA 704 Hazard rating icons
can also be used.
The 32-bit microprocessor CPU at the heart of FireFinder-XLS rapidly processes
logical decisions based on the status of the smoke detection and other initiating
devices to control the system outputs. The object oriented software configuration
tool, Zeus, is used to configure the FireFinder-XLS system’s operation based on the
customer specified operating requirements.
The System continuously checks all software and hardware for proper operation. It
checks all System memory components, control panel electronic hardware, and the
System program. A hardware watchdog circuit is provided to ensure that System
programs are functioning properly. If a problem develops with the program or proces-
sor, the watchdog circuit places the System into a trouble condition and resets it.
Each module in the FireFinder-XLS System has its own microprocessor.To ensure
reliable operation, if the main panel’s central processing unit stops, these modules,
operating in degrade, still annunciate any alarm or trouble through common lines
called Any Alarm and Any Trouble. All of the modules communicate with the main
FireFinder-XLS central processor through an RS-485 network communications
system.
While FireFinder-XLS is designed for multiple applications, such as security point
monitoring, the fire alarm operation is always processed as the highest priority over
all other operating modes.
CONFIGURATION The table below presents the minimum configuration necessary to meet NFPA 72
Local, Municipal Tie, Remote Station, Proprietary and Central Station, UL 1076, and
NFPA 12A, 13 and 2001.
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1 Only HTRI-S, HTRI-D and HTRI-R can be used as security initiating devices.
2. The PMI must be programmed by the Zeus programming tool for all System configurations (See the Zeus Quick Start
Manual, P/N 315-033875).
3. Caution: Disarm all ZIC-4A circuits configured for Releasing Device Service prior to system maintenance.
4 One ZIC-4A circuit must be configured for alarm transmission. In addition, depending on the local authority
having jurisdiction, additional circuits may be required for Supervisory or Trouble transmission.
5. Reference the System Label, P/N 575-234411, for battery maintenance and replacement schedule.
6. The batteries available are BP-61, BTX-1, BTX-2 and BTX-3.The BP-61 is a 24V 15 AH battery. The BTX-1 batteries
are a pair of 12V, 33 AH batteries.The BTX-2 are a pair of 12V, 75 AH batteries. The BTX-3 are a pair of 12V, 100 AH
batteries. Actual battery size depends on System configuration.
7. See the PSC-12 Installation Instructions, P/N 315-033060, for Battery Calculations.
8. For multi-enclosure systems, one NIC-C is required in each enclosure.
9. For Central Station, see Appendix E.
10. UL 1076 requires a Model HTSW-1Tamper Switch and an RPM Remote Printer Module.
11. Refer to the ZIC-4A Installation Instructions (P/N 315-033050) for programming.
BASIC SYSTEM The basic FireFinder-XLS Control Panel consists of the following components:
• PMI Person Machine Interface
• PSC-12 Power Supply and Charger
• PTB Power Termination Board
• CC-5 Card Cage
• DLC Device Loop Card
• ZIC-4A Zone Indicating Card
• RPM Remote Printer Module (NFPA 72 Proprietary and UL
1076 configurations)
• CAB1 Enclosure
• HTSW-1Tamper Switch (UL 1076 configuration only)
• BP-61, BTX-1, BTX-2 or BTX-3 Batteries
PMI Interface The PMI Person Machine Interface has the following features:
• 32-bit central processing unit (CPU)
• “Soft Function Button” operator interface
•1/4VGA LCD display
• 8x8 matrix touch screen and surrounding keys for menu navigation and
system control
• Discrete LEDs for Alarm, Trouble, Security, and Supervisory event indica-
tion and state of audibles
• System random-access memory (RAM)
• FLASH memory stores operating firmware and site-specific database
• Watchdog circuitry

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The PMI is the primary user interface for the FireFinder-XLS system. It includes a 1/4
VGA monochrome LCD display with a 8x8 matrix touch screen and surrounding keys
used for menu navigation and system control.There are also LEDs for indication of
the Alarm,Trouble, Security and Supervisory events as well as the state of the
Audibles.
The PMI display continuously updates information
about the System status. If there are more events in
the system than can be displayed on a single screen, a
scroll bar appears to the right of the event list. Press-
ing the up and down navigation buttons to the right of
the LCD allows the operator to move throught the list.
Along the top and bottom of the LCD are rows of four
soft keys. The use of these keys is controlled by
software and backlit with a green LED which guides
the operator to the next action.
On the right hand side of the LCD are four navigation
buttons. These buttons allow scrolling up or down or
entering in and out of event detail screens. Also on the
right are three function-specific buttons: one for help,
one for menu access, and one for selecting the highlighted item on the LCD.
PSC-12 Power Supply The PSC-12 is a high current power supply that
provides the FireFinder-XLS system with primary
regulated 24VDC. It is rated at 12A and has a built-in
charger that is capable of charging up to100AH
batteries. It also has a microprocessor-controlled
transfer circuit that allows the PSC-12 to switch the
system power to stand-by batteries during loss or
reduction of the AC power.
The PSC-12 incorporates an 18A circuit breaker on
the battery input. It provides connection to a tamper
switch and terminal tie points for system signals.
The PSC-12 communicates directly to the PMI to report fault conditions and allows
the PMI to query the status of the power supply. It has four programmable single
pole double throw relays. Two relays are defaulted to activate when the degrade
ALARM bus or degrade TROUBLE bus is asserted.
CC-5 Card Cage The CC-5 provides a central point for mount-
ing up to five circuit card assemblies. If a
card requires power, it is applied through the
removable terminal block at the bottom of
the cardcage. All external devices for the
card are connected to the card through the
two removable terminal blocks at the top of
the cardcage.
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CC-2 Card Cage The CC-2 provides a central point for
mounting up to two circuit card assem-
blies. If a card requires power, it is
applied through the removable terminal
block at the bottom of the cardcage. All
external devices for the card are
connected to the card through the two
removable terminal blocks at the top of
the cardcage.
DLC Device Loop Card The DLC supports one loop (two isolated parallel zones) of up to 252
FireFinder-XLS intelligent field devices as well as device accessories (relay
bases, audible bases, and remote lamps) in any combination.The DLC
initializes, operates, and maintains all devices residing on the loop and
communicates all relevant device and event information, such as alarms and
troubles, to the System CPU.The DLC allows the System polarity insensitive
devices to be connected without generating errors.
The microprocessor controls the on-board isolator to isolate either zone from
the loop if one of them is shorted. When one zone is isolated from the loop,
the other zone will still work.The on-board microprocessor provides the DLC
with the ability to function and initiate alarm conditions even if the main FireFinder-
XLS CPU fails.
PTB Power Termination The PTB filters the power from the incoming AC
Board mains and distributes it to the PSC-12 power supply
and the optional PSX-12 power supply extender.
ZIC-4A Zone Indicating Card The Model ZIC-4A is a zone indicating card that provides notification appliance
circuits. It has 4 outputs that can be configured for Class A or Class B and
control of audible and visual notifcation appliances such as horns, speakers,
bells, strobes, etc. Its outputs can also be configured as connection to
Municipal Tie, Releasing Service per NFPA 12A, 13, and 2001 or as a connec-
tion to a Leased Line remote monitoring circuit.
Each zone can be configured independently for different usages as pro-
grammed in the Zeus tool and can be controlled automatically by program
logic or manually using the PMI.
The ZIC-4A supports synchronized and non-synchronized strobes. This selection
is available in the Zeus tool under the detail properties for each ZIC-4A circuit.
Synchronization across multiple ZIC-4A cards is automatic as a part of the
FireFinder-XLS operating characteristics. Refer to document P/N 315-096363 for a list of
strobes that support synchronization.
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HNET
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ALARM
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CLASS A RETURN
CLASS A RETURN
CLASS A RETURN
CLASS A RETURN
CLASS A OPEN
TROUBLE
ZONES STATUS
ZONES STATUS
SHORT
SHORT
CARD FAIL
CARD FAIL
GND FAULT
GND FAULT
HNET FAIL
RESET
POWER
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ZONE 2 ACTIVE
ZONE 1 ACTIVE
TRBL
TRBL
ZONE 3 ACTIVE
CARD FAIL
HNET FAIL
CAN FAIL
RESET
POWER
ZIC-4A
+
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1
+
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+
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3

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RPM Printer Interface The RPM Printer Interface provides a parallel port to the
FireFinder-XLS system. The RPM is compatible with the
PAL-1 printer.
CAB Enclosures The FireFinder-XLS system can be housed in one of
three enclosures: CAB1, CAB2, or CAB3. The CAB1 is a
single-row enclosure that consists of a backbox, front
door and inner door that is shipped assembled.The
CAB2 and CAB3 are two-row and three-row enclosures
respectively with the backbox and doors (inner and
outer) shipped separately.
HTSW-1 Tamper Switch The HTSW-1 Tamper Switch is a three-position switch that monitors
the opening of the FireFinder-XLS enclosure and reports a security
condition. Closing the door automatically returns the switch to its
normal operating position.The switch can be pulled out to indicate a
closed position for maintenance purposes.
Batteries The BP-61 is a 24V 15 AH battery. The BP-61 is recommended
for the NFPA 72 Local and 72 Proprietary and the UL 1076
Systems. Actual battery size depends on System configuration.
See the Battery Calculation section of the PSC-12 Installation
Instructions, P/N 315-033060, for further information.
The BTX-1 batteries are a pair of 12V, 33 AH batteries that are
housed in the bottom of the CAB enclosure.The BTX-2 batteries
are a pair of 12V, 75 AH batteries. The BTX-3 batteries are a pair
of 12V, 100 AH batteries. Actual battery size depends on System configuration.
See the Battery Calculation section of the PSC-12 Installation Instructions,
P/N 315-033060, for further information.
OPTIONAL MODULES The modules listed below are available as options to the FireFinder-XLS system.
CRC-6 Relay Module Each CRC-6 module provides six fully programmable relays. Each relay
contains one set of SPDT contacts rated at 4A, 30 VDC/120 VAC resistive and
3.5A, 120 VAC (0.6 PF) inductive. All relay coils are supervised to ensure
proper operation.
Individual relays can be automatically activated or deactivated through control
by event and time based logic contained in FireFinder-XLS. Each relay may
also be either manually controlled or may be disarmed through the PMI.
HNET
RELAY1
RELAY5
RELAY4
RELAY2
RELAY3
RELAY6
CARD FAIL
24V FAIL
HNET FAIL
RESET
POWER
CRC-6
+
-
1
+
-
2
+
-
3
BACKBOX
OUTER DOOR
INNER DOOR
MOUNTING PLATE

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HNET
XNET FAIL
XNET
STYLE 7
ENABLED
CAN
ACTIVE NETWORKS
HNET/XNET STYLE
GROUND FAULT
NETWORK
PORT
LOOP B FAIL
GND FAULT
LOOP A FAIL
STYLE 4
DISABLED
HNET
CARD FAIL
HNET FAIL
CAN FAIL
RESET
POWER
NIC-C
+
-
1
+
-
2
+
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3
CSB CAN Sounder Board The CSB is a module that contains a sounder (buzzer) that
can be used with the SCM-8 or FCM-6 to provide audible
feedback to indicate that a switch closed properly and
communication was successful. The CSB requires no
programming.
FCM-6 Control Module The FCM-6 contains six sets of three pushbutton switches and
their corresponding LEDs. The ON and AUTO switches both
have one bi-color (red/green) LED while the OFF switch has
one bi-color and one yellow LED. The functions of the switches
and LEDs are programmed using the Zeus Tool (Refer to the
Zeus Quick Start Guide, P/N 315-033875). All LEDs can be
programmed ON, OFF, or FLASHING.
HLIM Loop Isolator Module The HLIM Loop Isolator Module isolates short circuits on
FireFinder-XLS intelligent loops. By placing devices between
HLIMs during installation, a short in the wiring within that group
is disconnected from the rest of the loop. The remainder of the
devices continue to operate. The HLIM operates in both Style 6
(Class A) and Style 4 (Class B) circuits.
LCM-8 LED Control Module The LCM-8 contains eight pairs of LEDs. Each pair contains one
bi-color (red/green) and one yellow LED. The functions of the
LEDs are programmed using the Zeus Tool (Refer to the Zeus
Quick Start Guide, P/N 315-033875). All LEDs can be pro-
grammed ON, OFF, or FLASHING. These LEDs are used for fire
system status annunciation.
NIC-C Network Interface The NIC-C is a card that provides HNET or XNET and CAN network commu-
Card nication. The HNET/XNET network can be wired either Style 4 or Style 7. For
HNET one NIC-C is required in each enclosure. For XNET one NIC-C is
required per system. This NIC-C must be installed in the same enxlosure as
the PMI. Each NIC-C occupies one HNET address.
The CAN network can be isolated within a given enclosure or extended
external to the enclosure. External CAN networks require either an RNI,
OCM-16 or SIM-16 in the remote enclosure. The CAN address of the NIC-C
does not need to be set.
The NIC-C supervises the network to insure proper operation. Any faults that
are detected by the NIC-C are reported to the PMI for annunciation. In addition, the
NIC-C has diagnostic LEDs that indicate which faults have been found. Individual
LEDs are included for Loop A and Loop B faults, as well as an LED for complete
failure of the network.The NIC-C can also be configured to perform ground fault
detection on the network.
TRBL
TRBL
TRBL
TRBL
TRBL TRBL
Buzzer
IN - LINE 1
IN - LINE 2
OUT - LINE 1
OUT - LINE 2

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OCM-16 Output Control The OCM-16 is a remotely located, general purpose output module. It
Module provides sixteen open collector outputs to drive LEDs, incandescent
lamps, or external relays. There is an additional output for a local audible
and two inputs for momentary lamp test and local audible silence
switches.
PMI-REM Remote PMI The PMI-REM is a remotely located PMI that is mounts to the rear of the
inner door in the REMBOX2 or REMBOX4 enclosures. The PMI-REM is
identical to the PMI in all other aspects.
PSX-12 Power Supply The PSX-12 is a high current power supply extender.
Extender The power supply extender works in conjunction with
the PSC-12 power supply to provide an additional 12A
of regulated 24VDC for internal or external system use.
Up to three PSX-12 modules may be connected to one
PSC-12 power supply and one set of batteries.The
PSX-12 has a microprocessor-controlled transfer circuit
that allows it to switch the system power to stand-by
batteries during loss or reduction of the AC power.
REMBOX 2/4 Remote The REMBOX2 and REMBOX4 Enclosures are used to
System Enclosure house a Remote Person Machine Interface (PMI-REM) or
CAN modules (FCM/LCM/SCM/OCM/SIM). The REMBOX
consists of an outer door, an inner door, and a backbox.
The outer door and inner door are permanently hinged left.
The REMBOX has a 3/4 inch flange on all four sides of the
enclosure which is used for flush mounting applications.
The backbox is mounted on a flat surface with four user-supplied bolts that are a
maximum of ¼ inch in diameter.
RNI Remote Network The RNI allows for the remote installation of the PMI-REM (on HNET)
Interface and the LCM-8/SCM-8/FCM-6/SIM-16/OCM-16 (on CAN) modules. The
HNET can be wired either Style 4 or Style 7. The RNI may be placed in
the middle or at the end of either the HNET or CAN networks.
The RNI mounts in the rear of either the REMBOX2 or REMBOX4
enclosures.The RNI provides terminal blocks for all field wiring connec-
tions. Internal connections are made to plug in connectors specifically
provided for each of the installed modules.
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SCM-8 Switch Control The SCM-8 contains eight switches and eight pairs of LEDs.
Each pair contains one bi-color (red/green) and one yellow
LED. The functions of the switches and LEDs are pro-
grammed using the Zeus Tool (Refer to the Zeus Quick Start
Guide, P/N 315-033875). All LEDs can be programmed ON,
OFF, or FLASHING. The SCM is used for manual control of the
fire systems.
SIM-16 Supervised Input The SIM-16 is a remotely located, general purpose input module. It
provides sixteen input circuits for remote system monitoring. Each
input can be individually programmed as supervised (dry contacts only)
or unsupervised (general-purpose input). The SIM-16 has two Form C
relays. The relays and the inputs are programmable using the Zeus
programming tool.
SSD System Status Display The SSD displays the event status of a system remotely from the PMI.
It has four 40 character alphanumeric LCD character lines,
backlit upon status change or display toggling. This module
is supervised by the main panel and also has LEDs and an
optional sounder to indicate the status of the system.The
SSD has the capability to store up to 1500 event messages
and has pushbuttons to scroll through these events. Its
display is independent from the display on the PMI and
during the SSD initial power up, it is configured as a Display
Only module.
VOICE SYSTEM MODULES
AIC Audio Input Card The AIC (Audio Input Card) is a card that provides two external
isolated analog audio inputs to the voice system. External audio
sources can be any of the following: tape recorder, CD player, radio,
PBX interface (for convenience paging through the telephone sys-
tem), etc.
The AIC contains two dry contact inputs to activate the two audio
inputs separately.
Each input can be configured independently for different usages via
the Zeus programming tool. Each input can be controlled automati-
cally via system logic dependant on its individual configuration or
manually by using the voice control panel. The input levels can be
adjusted via the Zeus tool or manually with push buttons at the AIC
front panel. During the initial power-up condition, each input is shut off.
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DAC-NET (D-NET) The DAC-NET is the CAN-BUS master for all CAN modules. One
DAC-NET is required in each enclosure. It is the source point for eight
digital audio channels and communicates audio data via the ASI-BUS
to all digital audio cards. It communicates all instructions and mes-
sages directly with the PMI.
The DAC-NET contains an optional LPB (Local Page Interface Board)
which has to be mounted piggyback. This CAN module with a fixed
CAN address provides the microphone input from the LVM, the
telephone riser input from the FMT, and an output for the monitor
speaker on the LVM.
It provides network communication (D-NET) between enclosures
(nodes). The network can be wired either Style 4 or Style 7. Each
DAC-NET occupies one D-NET address.
The DAC-NET contains various on-board tones and audio messages.
FMT Fireman’s Master The FMT Fireman’s Master Telephone provides firefighters with
Telephone an emergency telephone system for communication with remote
locations. The FMT is located in the main FireFinder-XLS enclosure
and includes a handset for the operator of the telephone system.
FTS Series FireFighter’s The FTS Series of FireFighter’s Telephone Stations consists of the FTS,
Telephone Stations FTS-P, FTS-C, FTS-CL and FTS-PCL models. Any of the models in the FTS Series can
mount into either the FB-300 flush backbox or the FB-301S surface backbox. The
backboxes are mounted on the wall of the facility in accordance with local mounting
codes in locations that provide easy access.
LPB Local Page Board The LPB (Local Page Board) is used to connect the alarm microphone,
mounted in the LVM (Live Voice Microphone), and the voice system
internal telephone system. The LPB converts the two analog input
signals into the system’s internal digital format. Additionally the LPB
provides one analog output to connect the monitor speaker, mounted
in the LVM. This output signal is one of the eight internal voice audio
channels selectable at the voice control panel.
The microphone signal wiring between LVM and LPB is supervised.
The microphone audio input of the LPB is not transformer isolated
(each LVM microphone output is transformer isolated). The audio input
from the telephone riser is transformer isolated.
Each of the three audio channels can be configured independently via
the Zeus tool. Each audio channel can be controlled automatically via
system logic, dependant on its individual configuration or manually by
using the voice control panel.
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LVM Live Voice Module The LVM Live Voice Module provides firefighters with a
means of sending live voice messages to specified audio
zones. The LVM has a push-to-talk switch on the micro-
phone, as well as a retractable coiled cord. Both the push-to
talk switch and the microphone are supervised. The LVM has
a built-in speaker to preview active tones and messages.
PFT Series The PFT Series FireFighter’s Telephones include models PFT
and PFT-P. Both models have a jack at the end of the phone
that plugs into either an FJ-303(SS) or FJ-304(SS) plate.
Model PFT-P has a “push-to-talk” button.
TZC-8B Telephone Zone The
TZC-8B Telephone Zone Card provides a way for emergency
Card response personnel located throughout a building to speak with one
another during emergency situations. The card is located in any FireFinder-
XLS enclosure and is connected to jacks or FireFighter’s Telephone Sta-
tions located throughout the building.
Portable phones (Models PFT and
PFT-P) that plug into these jacks or FireFighter’s Telphone Stations (Model
FTS) can communicate to the FMT Fireman’s Master Telephone located at
the main enclosure or to telephones connected to the system.
ZAC-40 Zone Amplifier The ZAC-40 is a CAN data bus card that contains two speaker zones
Card and one 40 Watt audio amplifier capable of operating at 25, 70 or 100
VRMS.The two speaker zones can be wired to operate as either a
single Class A zone, a single Class B zone, or as two Class B zones
independently protected to provide split zone or interleaved speaker
zones.
The ZAC-40 can also be used as a backup amplifier to serve as a
backup for other ZAC-40 amplifiers in a one to one backup or one to
many backup.
The ZAC-40 contains a local external audio input circuit (0 dB) and a dry
contact input to switch on the amplifier and activate the two zones as
configured in the Zeus programmimg tool. The ZAC-40 is capable of
amplifying any one of the 8 audio channels that transmit from the
DAC-NET (Digital Audio Card-NET) via the internal digital audio ASI bus
(Audio Serial Interface).
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ZAM180 Zone Amplifier The ZAM-180 is a CAN data bus module that contains
Module two speaker zones and one 180 Watt audio amplifier
capable of operating at 25, 70 or 100 VRMS.
The two speaker zones can be wired to operate as
either a single Class A zone, a single Class B zone, or
as two Class B zones independently protected to
provide split zone or interleaved speaker zones.
The ZAM-180 can also be used as a backup amplifier
to serve as a backup for other ZAM-180 amplifiers in
a one to one backup or one to many backup.
The ZAM-180 contains a local external audio input
circuit (0 dB) and a dry contact input to switch on the
amplifier and activate the zones as configured via the Zeus programming tool. The
ZAM-180 is capable of amplifying any one of the eight audio channels that transmit
from the DAC (Digital Audio Card) via the internal digital audio ASI bus (Audio Serial
Interface).
The ZAM-180 mounts on a CAB-MP Mounting Plate and occupies one space.
INTELLIGENT ANALOG DEVICES
The intelligent devices described below are available for use with the FireFinder-XLS
System. The UL identifiers for compatibility are the same as the model names
specified below.
HFP-11 Intelligent/Analog The HFP-11 is an intelligent photoelectric detector with 135Ofixed temperature
thermal assist that can be used as an area or duct detector [HFP-11(d)]. The HFP-11
is also a combination photo/thermal detector using our exclusive FirePrintTM technol-
ogy. It uses either a DB-11 low profile mounting base, a DB-HR mounting base
with relay, an ADBH-11 audible base, or an AD-11P or AD-HR air duct housing.
HFPT-11 Intelligent The HFPT-11 is an intelligent fixed-temperature or fixed temperature /rate-of-rise
thermal detector. It can only be used as an area detector. It uses either a DB-11 low
profile mounting base, a DB-HR mounting base with relay or an ADBH-11 audible
base.
HLIM Loop Isolator Module The HLIM isolates short circuits on FireFinder-XLS analog loops. By placing devices
between HLIMs during installation, a short in the wiring within that group is discon-
nected from the rest of the loop.The remainder of the devices continue to operate.
The HLIM operates in both Class A and Class B circuits.
A yellow LED flashes when the HLIM detects a short circuit. The HLIM then isolates
that part of the loop. When the short is removed, the HLIM automatically restores the
loop to normal operation.The HLIM does not have a loop address and therefore
does not require address programming nor does it reduce the loop capacity below
252 devices.
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HMS-2S and HMS-SA The HMS-2S/-SA is an intelligent manual station designed to interface with a DLC
loop. The HMS-2S/-SA manual station housing has a pull down lever that locks in
position after releasing a spring loaded switch. To indicate the manual station is
activated, the pull down lever remains down and locked until the station is physically
reset. The HMS-SA manual station has a set of normally closed auxiliary contacts
which are available for releasing door holders and magnetic door locks.
The HMS-2S has a keyswitch which can activate a second address.
HMS-S/-D Intelligent The HMS-S/-D is an intelligent manual station designed to interface with a DLC loop.
The HMS-S is a single-action station; the HMS-D is a double-action station. The HMS
can be flush mounted or surface mounted using the SB-5R mounting box.
HMS-M Intelligent Manual The HMS-M is an intelligent metal manual station designed to interface with a DLC
loop. The HMS-M is a single action station; when used with the Model HMS-FD
Adapter, the HMS-M is double action.
HTRI-M Intelligent Interface The HTRI-M intelligent interface module interfaces direct shorting contact devices
with the DLC loops.The HTRI-M can monitor a normally open or closed dry contact
and it can report the status of the contact.
HTRI-S, HTRI-R and HTRI-D The HTRI-S/-R/-D series modules are intelligent interface modules that interface
direct shorting contact devices with the DLC loops.The HTRI-S is a single-input
module; the HTRI-R is a single-input module with an independently controllable
Form C relay; the HTRI-D is a dual-input module.
HZM Remote Conventional The HZM is a FireFinder-XLS intelligent device that connects a single zone of
conventional devices to a DLC device loop card. The HZM can power up to fifteen
compatible 2-wire, ionization or photoelectric smoke detectors or it can power one
PB-1191 Beam Detector. It can also monitor an unlimited number of shorting devices
such as waterflow switches, thermal detectors, manual stations, etc.
The HZM supports Class A and Class B wiring. The module uses one address on the
device loop. It does not require any mechanical address programming. Use the DPU
Device Programming Unit to program and test the module.
DPU Device Programming The DPU is used to program and test detectors and
devices for MXL and FireFinder-XLS systems. In a
FireFinder-XLS installation, the DPU may be used to
check wiring loops for ground faults and short circuits as
well as to check communication of the installed devices
by displaying the device types and addresses of all
devices on the loop.
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2
INSTALLATION 2-1
INTRODUCTION This section provides general instructions for mounting and wiring the FireFinder-XLS
Control Panel.
Read this section before installing the equipment to ensure proper installation. If you
are not familiar with the FireFinder-XLS System, also read the first section of the
manual. Be sure to ask Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.Technical Support or an
authorized Representative if you have any questions.
Install and use the FireFinder-XLS System in accordance with the appropriate Local,
NFPA and NEC Code requirements.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
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referenced installation instructions. A description of all compatible FireFinder-XLS
system modules and devices can be found in the FireFinder-XLS Installation Instruc-
tions Index, P/N 315-034242.
1. Install the desired enclosure; CAB1, CAB2 or CAB3. Refer to the CAB
Enclosure Components table on page 2-2 to select the appropriate installation
instructions. Refer also to Figure 2-1 on page 2-3 for information on CAB
rows and module placement.
2. Install the HTSW-1 Tamper Switch where required (Refer to the HTSW-1
Installation Instructions, P/N 315-033350).
3. Pull the field wiring into the backbox and dress it to approximately where it
will go.
4. Install the PMI on the inner door (Refer to the PMI Installation Instructions,
P/N 315-033070).
5. Install the CC-5/CC-2 on a CAB-MP mounting plate (Refer to the CC-5/CC-2
Installation Instructions, P/N 315-033035). Do not install the card guides in
the CC-5/CC-2 at this time.
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enclosure you will have to gain access to it by opening the enclosure Inner
and Outer doors. If the Mounting Plate is located outside of the enclosure,
place it in front of you so that the word “TOP” is at the top and away from you.
6. Install the PSC-12 on a CAB-MP mounting plate (Refer to the PSC-12
Installation Instructions, P/N 315-033060).
7. Install the PTB in the bottom of the CAB enclosure (Refer to the PTB
Installation Instructions, P/N 315-033390).
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