Siemens FDSB221 User manual

A6V10320090_c_en_-- Building Technologies
02.11.2011 Control Products and Systems
FDSB221, FDSB229
Sounder interbase,
Sounder beacon interbase
Technical Manual

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Table of contents
1About this document .........................................................................................5
1.1 Technical terms ....................................................................................................6
1.2 Applicable documents ..........................................................................................7
1.3 History of changes................................................................................................7
2Safety...................................................................................................................8
2.1 Safety instructions ................................................................................................8
2.2 Safety regulations for the method of operation ..................................................10
2.3 Standards and directives complied with.............................................................12
2.4 Release Notes....................................................................................................12
3Structure and function.....................................................................................13
3.1 Overview of FDSB221........................................................................................13
3.2 Overview of FDSB229........................................................................................14
3.3 Details for ordering .............................................................................................14
3.4 Product version ES.............................................................................................15
3.5 Function..............................................................................................................16
3.5.1 Configuration.......................................................................................16
3.5.2 Escalation levels and sound levels .....................................................16
3.5.3 Behavior in degraded mode................................................................17
3.5.4 Service indicator .................................................................................18
3.6 Accessories ........................................................................................................19
3.6.1 Addressable detector base FDB221/FDB221-AA ..............................19
3.6.2 Flat, addressable detector base FDB222 ...........................................19
3.6.3 Detector base seal FDBZ297 .............................................................20
3.6.4 Cover plate FDBZ296 .........................................................................20
3.6.5 Detector locking device FDBZ293 ......................................................20
3.6.6 Designation plate FDBZ291................................................................20
4Planning ............................................................................................................21
4.1 Compatibility.......................................................................................................21
4.2 Fields of application............................................................................................21
4.3 Installation site....................................................................................................21
4.4 Limitations ..........................................................................................................22
4.5 Configuration ......................................................................................................22
4.5.1 Acoustic signals ..................................................................................22
4.5.2 Optical signals.....................................................................................24
5Mounting / Installation .....................................................................................25
5.1 Detector locking device FDBZ293......................................................................27
5.2 Cover plate FDBZ296.........................................................................................28
6Commissioning ................................................................................................29
7Maintenance / Repair .......................................................................................30
7.1 Status query .......................................................................................................30

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8Specifications ...................................................................................................31
8.1 Technical data FDSB221 ...................................................................................31
8.2 Technical data FDSB229 ...................................................................................33
8.3 Dimensions.........................................................................................................35
8.4 Environmental compatibility................................................................................35
9Annex technical data........................................................................................36
9.1 Tones and sound levels of the interbase (DC 32 V) ..........................................36
9.2 Beam characteristics of the LEDs on the sounder beacon interbase (DC 32 V)39
Index ............................................................................................................................41

About this document
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1About this document
Goal and purpose
This document contains information on the sounder interbase FDSB221 and the
sounder beacon interbase FDSB229. Following the instructions consistently will
ensure that the product can be used safely and without any problems.
Target groups
The information in this document is intended for the following target groups:
Target group Activity Qualification
Product Manager  Is responsible for information
passing between the
manufacturer and regional
company.
 Coordinates the flow of
information between the
individual groups of people
involved in a project.
 Has obtained suitable specialist training for the
function and for the products.
 Has attended the training courses for Product
Managers.
Project Manager  Coordinates the deployment of
all persons and resources
involved in the project
according to schedule.
 Provides the information
required to run the project.
 Has obtained suitable specialist training for the
function and for the products.
 Has attended the training courses for Project
Managers.
Installation personnel  Assembles and installs the
product components at the
place of installation.
 Carries out a performance
check following installation.
 Has received specialist training in the area of
building installation technology or electrical
installations.
Commissioning personnel  Configure the product at the
place of installation according to
customer-specific requirements.
 Check the product operability
and release the product for use
by the operator.
 Searches for and corrects
malfunctions.
 Has obtained suitable specialist training for the
function and for the products.
 Has attended the training courses for
commissioning personnel.
Maintenance personnel  Carries out all maintenance
work.
 Checks that the products are in
perfect working order.
 Searches for and corrects
malfunctions.
 Has obtained suitable specialist training for the
function and for the products.

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Reference document and source language
 The source language of this document is German (de).
 The reference version of this document is the international version in English.
The international version is not localized.
The reference document has the following designation:
ID_x_en_--
x = modification index, en = English, -- = international
Document identification
The document ID is structured as follows:
ID code Examples
ID_ModificationIndex_Language_COUNTRY
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Conventions for text marking
Markups
Special markups are shown in this document as follows:
⊳ Requirement for a behavior instruction
⇨ Intermediate result of a behavior instruction
⇨ End result of a behavior instruction
[➙ X] Reference to a page number
'Text' Quotation, reproduced identically
<Key> Identification of keys
Supplementary information and tips
The 'i' symbol identifies supplementary information and tips for an easier way of
working.
1.1 Technical terms
Term Explanation
FDnet Addressed detector line
ES Product version
LED Light Emitting Diode

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pplicable documents 1
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1.2 Applicable documents
Document ID Title
A6V10320092 Installation of sounder interbase FDSB221 and sounder beacon
interbase FDSB229
008331 List of compatibility (for 'Sinteso' product line)
A6V10208553 Installation of detector locking device FDBZ293
A6V10208546 Installation of detector base FDB2xx-xx, base attachment
FDB291, designation plate FDBZ291, dummy detector FDX291
009078 FS20 Fire Detection System – Configuration
009052 FS20 Fire Detection System – Commissioning, Maintenance,
Troubleshooting
Please also observe the documentation for your fire detection system.
1.3 History of changes
The reference document's modification index applies to all languages into which
the reference document is translated.
The first edition of a language version or a country variant may for example have
the modification index "d" instead of "a" if the reference document already has this
modification index.
The table below shows this document's history of changes:
Modification index Edition date Brief description
c 11.2011 VdS approval and CPD number added
b 09.2011 Technical data and annex adapted
a 01.2011 First edition
The table below shows the published language versions with the corresponding
modification index:
Modification index en_-- de_-- fr_-- it_-- es_--
c X X X X X
b X X – – –
a X X – – –
X = published
– = no publication with this modification index

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2Safety
2.1 Safety instructions
The safety notices must be observed in order to protect people and property.
The safety notices in this document contain the following elements:
 Symbol for danger
 Signal word
 Nature and origin of the danger
 Consequences if the danger occurs
 Measures or prohibitions for danger avoidance
Symbol for danger
This is the symbol for danger. It warns of risks of injury.
Follow all measures identified by this symbol to avoid injury or death.
Additional danger symbols
These symbols indicate general dangers, the type of danger or possible
consequences, measures and prohibitions, examples of which are shown in the
following table:
General danger Explosive atmosphere
Voltage/electric shock Laser light
Battery Heat
Signal word
The signal word classifies the danger as defined in the following table:
Signal word Danger level
DANGER DANGER identifies a dangerous situation, which will result directly in death or serious injury
if you do not avoid this situation.
WARNING WARNING identifies a dangerous situation, which may result in death or serious injury if
you do not avoid this situation.
CAUTION CAUTION identifies a dangerous situation, which could result in slight to moderately serious
injury if you do not avoid this situation.
NOTICE NOTICE identifies possible damage to property that may result from non-observance.

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How risk of injury is presented
Information about the risk of injury is shown as follows:
WARNING
Nature and origin of the danger
Consequences if the danger occurs
● Measures / prohibitions for danger avoidance
How possible damage to property is presented
Information about possible damage to property is shown as follows:
NOTICE
Nature and origin of the danger
Consequences if the danger occurs
● Measures / prohibitions for danger avoidance

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2.2 Safety regulations for the method of operation
National standards, regulations and legislation
Siemens products are developed and produced in compliance with the relevant
European and international safety standards. Should additional national or local
safety standards or legislation concerning the planning, assembly, installation,
operation or disposal of the product apply at the place of operation, then these
must also be taken into account together with the safety regulations in the product
documentation.
Electrical installations
WARNING
Electrical voltage
Electric shock
● Work on electrical installations may only be carried out by qualified
electricians or by instructed persons working under the guidance and
supervision of a qualified electrician, in accordance with the electrotechnical
regulations.
 Wherever possible disconnect products from the power supply when carrying
out commissioning, maintenance or repair work on them.
 Lock volt-free areas to prevent them being switched back on again by mistake.
 Label the connection terminals with external external voltage using a
'DANGER External voltage' sign.
 Route mains connections to products separately and fuse them with their own,
clearly marked fuse.
 Fit an easily accessible disconnecting device in accordance with IEC 60950-1
outside the installation.
 Produce earthing as stated in local safety regulations.
Assembly, installation, commissioning and maintenance
 If you require tools such as a ladder, these must be safe and must be intended
for the work in hand.
 When starting the fire control panel ensure that unstable conditions cannot
arise.
 Ensure that all points listed in the 'Testing the product operability' section below
are observed.
 You may only set controls to normal function when the product operability has
been completely tested and the system has been handed over to the customer.

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Testing the product operability
 Prevent the remote transmission from triggering erroneously.
 If testing building installations or activating devices from third-party companies,
you must collaborate with the people appointed.
 The activation of fire control installations for test purposes must not cause
injury to anyone or damage to the building installations. The following
instructions must be observed:
– Use the correct potential for activation; this is generally the potential of the
building installation.
– Only check controls up to the interface (relay with blocking option).
– Make sure that only the controls to be tested are activated.
 Inform people before testing the alarm devices and allow for possible panic
responses.
 Inform people about any noise or mist which may be produced.
 Before testing the remote transmission, inform the corresponding alarm and
fault signal receiving stations.
Modifications to the system design and the products
Modifications to the system and to individual products may lead to faults,
malfunctioning and safety risks. Written confirmation must be obtained from
Siemens and the corresponding safety bodies for modifications or additions.
Modules and spare parts
 Components and spare parts must comply with the technical specifications
defined by Siemens. Only use products specified or recommended by
Siemens.
 Only use fuses with the specified fuse characteristics.
 Wrong battery types and improper battery changing lead to a risk of explosion.
Only use the same battery type or an equivalent battery type recommended by
Siemens.
 Batteries must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. Observe
national guidelines and regulations.
Disregard of the safety regulations
Before they are delivered, Siemens products are tested to ensure they function
correctly when used properly. Siemens disclaims all liability for damage or injuries
caused by the incorrect application of the instructions or the disregard of danger
warnings contained in the documentation. This applies in particular to the following
damage:
 Personal injuries or damage to property caused by improper use and incorrect
application
 Personal injuries or damage to property caused by disregarding safety
instructions in the documentation or on the product
 Personal injury or damage to property caused by poor maintenance or lack of
maintenance

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2.3 Standards and directives complied with
A list of the standards and directives complied with is available from your Siemens
contact.
2.4 Release Notes
Limitations to the configuration or use of devices in a fire detection installation with
a particular firmware version are possible.
WARNING
Limited or non-existent fire detection
Personal injury and damage to property in the event of a fire.
● Read the 'Release Notes' before you plan and/or configure a fire detection
installation.
● Read the 'Release Notes' before you carry out a firmware update to a fire
detection installation.
NOTICE
Incorrect planning and/or configuration
Important standards and specifications are not satisfied.
Fire detection installation is not accepted for commissioning.
Additional expense resulting from necessary new planning and/or configuration.
● Read the 'Release Notes' before you plan and/or configure a fire detection
installation.
● Read the 'Release Notes' before you carry out a firmware update to a fire
detection installation.

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3Structure and function
3.1 Overview of FDSB221
Overview of FDSB221
The sounder interbase FDSB221 provides an acoustic alarm in an addressed fire
detection system FS20.
The sounder interbase FDSB221 can be activated by any point detector via the
control panel.
The loud sound of the interbase can be clearly recognized as a danger signal in
the event of a fire alarm.
Eleven tones are programmed in the interbase. Two tones can be activated for
different events (e.g. alarm and evacuation).
If a point detector is not used, the cover plate FDBZ296 (accessory) can be fitted
on the interbase.
Features
 Addressable on the FDnet detector loop
 Communication with the control panel via the detector loop
 Supply via detector loop
 Compatible with all 'Sinteso' detector bases
 Compatible with all 'Sinteso' point detectors
 Integrated line separation function
 Self test function
 Yellow LED in interbase to indicate servicing required
 Synchronization of sounds with all alarm sounders, interbases and audible
bases on the same detector loop
 No additional detector base required

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3.2 Overview of FDSB229
Overview of FDSB229
The sounder beacon interbase FDSB229 provides an optical and acoustic alarm in
an addressed fire detection system FS20.
The sounder beacon interbase FDSB229 can be activated by any point detector
via the control panel.
If a fire alarm is triggered, the loud sound of the interbase can be clearly
recognized as a danger signal and LEDs give a visual indication of the danger.
Eleven tones are programmed in the interbase. Two tones can be activated for
different events (e.g. alarm and evacuation).
There are five programmable brightness levels. There are two types of optical
signal.
If a point detector is not used, the cover plate FDBZ296 (accessory) can be fitted
on the interbase.
Features
 Addressable on the FDnet detector loop
 Communication with the control panel via the detector loop
 Supply via detector loop
 Compatible with all 'Sinteso' detector bases
 Compatible with all 'Sinteso' point detectors
 Integrated line separation function
 Self test function
 Yellow LED in interbase to indicate servicing required
 Synchronization of sounds with all alarm sounders, interbases and audible
bases on the same detector loop
 No additional detector base required
 Optical signal transmitter
3.3 Details for ordering
Type Order no. Designation
FDSB221 S54372-F16-A1 Sounder interbase
FDSB229 S54372-F17-A1 Sounder beacon interbase

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3.4 Product version ES
The product version ES provides the technical status of a device in terms of
software and hardware. The product version is provided as a two-digit number.
You will find the details of your device's product version:
 On the packaging label
 On the product label or the type plate
Product version on the packaging label
Details of the product version can be found directly on the packaging label in the
barcode:
ES
Example of a packaging label with details of the product version
Product version on the product label and the type plate
Details of the product version can be found after the device order number:
ES
04
Example of a product label with details of the product version
Depending on the product and various approvals, the product labels may differ in
terms of the information type and layout.
Look for your device's order number on the product label.
You will find the product version after the order number.

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3.5 Function
3.5.1 Configuration
The configuration influences the behavior of the devices so it can be specifically
adjusted to the anticipated conditions in the monitored environment.
All settings are programmed in the devices. During commissioning, the optimum
setting must be selected for the conditions at the place of installation.
You can configure the settings as follows:
 Using the 'SintesoWorks' software
 Directly on your fire detection system
A description of the exact configuration procedure can be found in the relevant
documentation.
Observe the 'Applicable documents' section in the 'About this document' chapter.
3.5.2 Escalation levels and sound levels
Sounder interbase FDSB221
The sounder interbase FDSB221 can be activated for the following selectable
escalation levels:
 Warning (Alert)
 Evacuation (EVAC)
The tone can be configured individually for the two selectable escalation levels and
the sound level can be configured by interbase. Different tones are available, each
with three sound levels. One alarm sound level according to EN 54-3 and two test
sound levels.
Sounder beacon interbase FDSB229
The sounder beacon interbase FDSB229 can be activated for the following
selectable escalation levels:
 Warning (Alert)
 Evacuation (EVAC)
The tone can be configured individually for the two selectable escalation levels and
the sound level can be configured by device. Different tones are available, each
with three sound levels. One alarm sound level according to EN 54-3 and two test
sound levels.

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The LEDs have a set flashing frequency of about 0.8 Hz and can be used as fol-
lows:
Configuration of LEDs Description
Activation with both
escalation levels
(default)
The LEDs also flash whenever the interbase is active.
Activation with
2nd escalation level
(evacuation) only
The LEDs only flash when 'Evacuation' is configured.
Activation with
degraded fire alarm
only
The LEDs are only activated with a degraded fire alarm.
Switched off LEDs are never activated, i.e. the FDSB229 behaves like
a FDSB221.
The degraded fire alarm is a fire alarm which occurs during degraded mode
operation of the fire control panel.
Degraded mode operation is a defined reduced operating mode which occurs
when part of the fire detection installation fails.
3.5.3 Behavior in degraded mode
Applicable for the FDnet:
When the main processor of the fire control panel fails, the control panel is in
degraded mode operation. Depending on the control panel type, the fire control
panel can continue to perform the most important alarming and signaling functions
in degraded mode operation.
The sounder interbase FDSB221 and the sounder beacon interbase FDSB229 are
also activated and deactivated in degraded mode operation in the event of a fire
alarm.
Degraded mode operation on the FDnet is not supported in the same way by all
control panels. The information in the 'List of compatibility' and in the corresponding
control panel documentation must be taken into account during project planning.

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3.5.4 Service indicator
The sounder interbase FDSB221 and the sounder beacon interbase FDSB229
have a yellow LED to indicate when servicing is required.
Service indicator
Behavior of LED Mode Meaning
LED flashes Locate Displays the interbase location

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3.6 Accessories
3.6.1 Addressable detector base FDB221/FDB221-AA
 For the installation of point detectors and alarm
sounders
 For the recess-mounted cable entry
 For surface-mounted cable entry, up to 6 mm cable
diameter
 Orange terminal block
 Detector base FDB221-AA additionally with a micro
terminal
 Compatible with:
– Point detectors from the 'Sinteso' product line,
not with 'Sinteso' in 'collective' mode
– Alarm sounder FDS221
– Alarm sounder beacon FDS229
– Sounder interbase FDSB221
– Sounder beacon interbase FDSB229
 Order no. FDB221: A5Q00001664
 Order no. FDB221-AA: A5Q00012741
See also
 Mounting / Installation [➙ 25]
3.6.2 Flat, addressable detector base FDB222
 For the installation of point detectors and alarm
sounders
 For the recess-mounted cable entry
 Directly attached to the mounting surface
 Orange terminal block
 Compatible with:
– Point detectors from the 'Sinteso' product line,
not with 'Sinteso' in 'collective' mode
– Alarm sounder FDS221
– Alarm sounder beacon FDS229
– Sounder interbase FDSB221
– Sounder beacon interbase FDSB229
 Order no.: S54319-F1-A1
See also
 Mounting / Installation [➙ 25]

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3.6.3 Detector base seal FDBZ297
 For installation in wet rooms
 Compatible with:
– Detector base FDB221
– Detector base FDB221-AA
– Detector base FDB222
 Order no.: S54372-F18-A1
3.6.4 Cover plate FDBZ296
 To protect the interbase from dirt
 Compatible with:
– Sounder interbase FDSB221
– Sounder beacon interbase FDSB229
 Order no.: S54372-B15-A1
See also
 Cover plate FDBZ296 [➙ 28]
3.6.5 Detector locking device FDBZ293
 For protection against theft
 Compatible with:
– Point detectors from the 'Sinteso' product line
– Alarm sounder FDS221
– Alarm sounder beacon FDS229
– Sounder interbase FDSB221
– Sounder beacon interbase FDSB229
 Order no.: A5Q00005035
See also
 Detector locking device FDBZ293 [➙ 27]
3.6.6 Designation plate FDBZ291
 To identify the location
 Compatible with:
– Addressable detector base
FDB221/FDB221-AA
– Flat, addressable detector base FDB222
– Detector base FDB271
– Sounder base FDSB29x
– Base attachment FDB291
 Order no.: A5Q00002621