SILENT KNIGHT INTELLIKNIGHT 5808 User manual

Addressable Fire Control Panel
Part Number 151274 D, 06/03
INTELLIKNIGHT
MODEL 5808
Installation and
Operation Manual

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Content
Section 1
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.1 Overview of Basic System ....................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.1 Hardware Features ............................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.1.2 Software Features ............................................................................................................................. 1-2
1.2 About this Manual .................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2.1 Terms Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Compatible Products ................................................................................................................................ 1-3
1.4 How to Contact Silent Knight .................................................................................................................. 1-4
Section 2
Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements ................................... 2-1
2.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ......................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) .............................................................................................................. 2-2
2.2.1 Requirements for All Installations .................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Requirements for Central Station Fire Alarm Systems .................................................................... 2-2
2.2.3 Requirements for Local Protected Fire Alarm Systems ................................................................... 2-2
2.2.4 Requirements for Remote Station Protected Fire Alarm Systems - Digital Alarm Communicator
Transmitter (DACT) ......................................................................................................................... 2-2
Section 3
Before You Begin Installing ............................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Whatís in the Box? ................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.3 Electrical Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.4 Wiring Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 3-3
3.5 Board Assembly Diagram ........................................................................................................................ 3-4
3.6 Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery ...................................................................................... 3-5
3.6.1 Worksheet Requirements .................................................................................................................. 3-5
3.6.2 Current Draw Worksheet .................................................................................................................. 3-6
3.6.2.1 Maximum Battery Standby Load ........................................................................................... 3-8
Section 4
Control Panel Installation ...................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Mounting the Control Panel Cabinet ....................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Removing the 5808 Assembly from the Housing ............................................................................. 4-1
4.2 AC Connection ......................................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3 Battery Connection .................................................................................................................................. 4-3
4.3.1 RBB Accessory Cabinet ................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.3.1.1 Installing the RBB Accessory Cabinet and Batteries ............................................................. 4-4

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4.4 SBUS Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.4.1 Calculating Wiring distance for SBUS modules ..............................................................................4-6
4.4.2 Wiring Configurations ...................................................................................................................... 4-9
4.5 Remote Annunciator 5860 Installation .................................................................................................. 4-10
4.5.1 Mounting the 5860 .......................................................................................................................... 4-11
4.5.1.1 Flush Mounting .................................................................................................................... 4-12
4.5.1.2 Surface Mounting ................................................................................................................. 4-14
4.5.2 Model 5860 Connection to the Panel .............................................................................................. 4-14
4.6 5824 Serial/Parallel Interface Installation .............................................................................................. 4-15
4.6.1 Selecting 5824 Options ................................................................................................................... 4-16
4.7 5880 LED Driver Module ...................................................................................................................... 4-18
4.7.1 5880 Board Layout ......................................................................................................................... 4-18
4.7.2 FACP Connection ........................................................................................................................... 4-19
4.7.3 LED Wiring .................................................................................................................................... 4-20
4.7.4 Dry Contact Wiring ........................................................................................................................ 4-21
4.8 5865-3 / 5865-4 LED Annunciator Installation ..................................................................................... 4-22
4.8.1 FACP Connection ........................................................................................................................... 4-23
4.8.2 5865 Mounting ................................................................................................................................ 4-23
4.9 Configuring Modules ............................................................................................................................. 4-25
4.9.1 Assigning Module IDs .................................................................................................................... 4-25
4.10 Telephone Connection ........................................................................................................................... 4-26
4.11 Notification Appliance/Auxiliary Power Circuits .................................................................................. 4-27
4.11.1 Conventional Notification Appliance ............................................................................................. 4-27
4.11.1.1 Class B Notification Wiring ................................................................................................. 4-27
4.11.1.2 Class A Notification Wiring ................................................................................................ 4-28
4.11.2 Auxiliary Power Installation ........................................................................................................... 4-29
4.11.2.1 Door Holder Power .............................................................................................................. 4-29
4.11.2.2 Constant Power .................................................................................................................... 4-30
4.11.2.3 Resettable Power .................................................................................................................. 4-30
4.12 On-Board Relays (Conventional) ........................................................................................................... 4-30
4.12.1 Trouble Relay ................................................................................................................................. 4-30
4.12.2 Programmable Relays ..................................................................................................................... 4-30
4.13 Remote Station Applications ................................................................................................................. 4-31
4.13.1 Keltron Model 3158 Installation ..................................................................................................... 4-31
4.13.2 City Box Connection Using the 5220 Module ................................................................................4-32
4.13.3 NFPA 72 Polarity Reversal ............................................................................................................. 4-33
4.13.3.1 Using the 5220 Module ........................................................................................................ 4-33
4.13.4 Using the SD500-ARM Addressable Relay Module ...................................................................... 4-35
4.13.5 Using a MR-201/T Control Relay From Air Products ................................................................... 4-36
Section 5
SLC Device Installation ............................................................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Types of SLC Devices ............................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Maximum Number of Devices ................................................................................................................. 5-2
5.3 Wiring Requirements for SLC Devices ................................................................................................... 5-2
5.3.1 Wiring SLC devices in Style 4 (Class B) ......................................................................................... 5-2
5.3.2 Wiring SLC Devices in Style 6 & 7 (Class A) ................................................................................. 5-4
5.4 Heat and Smoke Detector Installation ..................................................................................................... 5-5
5.4.1 Wiring ............................................................................................................................................... 5-5
5.5 Duct Detector Installation ........................................................................................................................ 5-6
5.6 Input Monitor Module (SD500-AIM) ...................................................................................................... 5-7

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5.7 Mini Input Module (SD500-MIM) .......................................................................................................... 5-8
5.8 Relay Module Installation ........................................................................................................................ 5-9
5.8.1 Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................................... 5-9
5.8.2 Wiring ............................................................................................................................................... 5-9
5.9 SLC Device Addressing ......................................................................................................................... 5-10
5.9.1 EEPROM Addressing ..................................................................................................................... 5-10
5.9.2 Dipswitch Addressing ..................................................................................................................... 5-11
Section 6
Programming Overview ........................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 JumpStart Autoprogramming ................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Input Points ....................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.2 Output Points .................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.3 Running JumpStart ........................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.2 Mapping Overview .................................................................................................................................. 6-4
6.2.1 Input Point Mapping ......................................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.2 Output Circuit Mapping .................................................................................................................... 6-6
6.2.3 Zone Event Mapping ........................................................................................................................ 6-7
6.2.4 Mapping LED Points ........................................................................................................................ 6-9
6.3 Silent Knight Software Suite (SKSS) .................................................................................................... 6-10
6.4 Annunciator Programming ..................................................................................................................... 6-10
6.4.1 Entering / Exiting the Program Menu ............................................................................................. 6-11
6.4.2 Moving through the Menus ............................................................................................................. 6-12
6.4.3 Selecting Options and Entering Data .............................................................................................. 6-12
6.4.4 Editing Keys ................................................................................................................................... 6-13
6.5 Programming Menu Quick Reference ................................................................................................... 6-14
Section 7
Programming ......................................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1 Modules .................................................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.1 Edit Modules ..................................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.1.1 Naming Modules .................................................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.1.2 Module, Wiring Class ............................................................................................................ 7-2
7.1.2 Adding a Module .............................................................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.3 Deleting a Module ............................................................................................................................ 7-3
7.2 Zone ......................................................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.1 Edit Zone ........................................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.1.1 Edit Zone Name ..................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.1.2 Edit Zone Properties ............................................................................................................... 7-5
7.2.1.3 Zone Outputs .......................................................................................................................... 7-7
7.2.1.4 Cadence Patterns .................................................................................................................. 7-10
7.2.2 Add Zone ........................................................................................................................................ 7-11
7.2.3 Delete Zone ..................................................................................................................................... 7-11
7.2.4 View Zone Points ............................................................................................................................ 7-12
7.3 Group ..................................................................................................................................................... 7-13
7.3.1 Edit Group ....................................................................................................................................... 7-13
7.3.1.1 Edit Group Name ................................................................................................................. 7-13
7.3.1.2 Edit Group Properties ........................................................................................................... 7-14
7.3.2 Add Group ...................................................................................................................................... 7-16

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7.3.3 Delete Group ................................................................................................................................... 7-16
7.3.4 View Group Points .......................................................................................................................... 7-17
7.3.5 Edit Output Group Templates ......................................................................................................... 7-18
7.4 Point ....................................................................................................................................................... 7-19
7.4.1 Point Programming For SLC .......................................................................................................... 7-19
7.4.2 Point Programming For Internal
or External Power Module (5496) .................................................................................................. 7-22
7.4.3 Point Programming For 5880 and 5865 Modules ........................................................................... 7-23
7.4.3.1 Assigning a Name to a Points .............................................................................................. 7-24
7.5 System Options ...................................................................................................................................... 7-26
7.5.1 Reporting Account .......................................................................................................................... 7-26
7.5.1.1 Edit Accounts ....................................................................................................................... 7-27
7.5.1.2 Auto Test Time .................................................................................................................... 7-30
7.5.2 Phone Lines ..................................................................................................................................... 7-30
7.5.2.1 Dialing Prefix ....................................................................................................................... 7-31
7.5.2.2 Number of Answer Rings .................................................................................................... 7-31
7.5.2.3 Dial Option (TouchTone or Pulse) ....................................................................................... 7-32
7.5.2.4 Rotary Format ...................................................................................................................... 7-32
7.5.2.5 Line Monitor ........................................................................................................................ 7-32
7.5.2.6 Ground Start Relay ............................................................................................................... 7-32
7.5.2.7 Answering Machine Bypass ................................................................................................. 7-33
7.5.3 Sys. Event Outputs .......................................................................................................................... 7-33
7.5.3.1 Trouble Events ..................................................................................................................... 7-33
7.5.3.2 System Alarm Cadence ........................................................................................................ 7-34
7.5.4 Miscellaneous Options .................................................................................................................... 7-35
7.5.4.1 Water Flow Delay ................................................................................................................ 7-35
7.5.4.2 Low AC Report Delay ......................................................................................................... 7-36
7.5.4.3 Automatic Daylight Savings Adjustment ............................................................................ 7-36
7.5.4.4 Clock Display Format (AM/PM or Military) ....................................................................... 7-36
7.5.4.5 Change AC Line Frequency ................................................................................................. 7-36
7.5.5 Miscellaneous Options 2 ................................................................................................................. 7-37
7.5.5.1 Synchronize Strobes Active During Silence ........................................................................ 7-37
7.5.5.2 Auto Display Oldest Event .................................................................................................. 7-37
7.5.5.3 Report by Zone or by Point .................................................................................................. 7-37
7.5.6 Edit Banner Message ...................................................................................................................... 7-38
7.6 JumpStart Autoprogramming ................................................................................................................. 7-39
7.7 Computer Account ................................................................................................................................. 7-40
7.8 Access Codes ......................................................................................................................................... 7-41
7.8.1 Profile Edit Menu ............................................................................................................................ 7-42
7.8.1.1 Edit Name ............................................................................................................................ 7-42
7.8.1.2 Edit Access Code ................................................................................................................. 7-42
7.8.1.3 Panel Functions .................................................................................................................... 7-43
Section 8
System Operation ............................................................................................................................ 8-1
8.1 Annunciator Description .......................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1.1 LCD Displays ................................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.1.2 Banner ............................................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.2 Key Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.3 Menu System ............................................................................................................................................ 8-3
8.3.1 Main Menu Overview ....................................................................................................................... 8-3

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8.3.2 Using the Menus ............................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4 Basic Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 8-4
8.4.1 Setting Time and Date ...................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.2 Disable / Enable a Point .................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.3 View Event History .......................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.3.1 To clear the event history ....................................................................................................... 8-5
8.4.4 Conduct a Fire Drill .......................................................................................................................... 8-5
8.4.5 Conduct an Indicator Test ................................................................................................................. 8-5
8.4.6 Conduct a Walk Test ......................................................................................................................... 8-6
8.4.7 Conduct a Dialer Test ....................................................................................................................... 8-6
8.4.8 Silence alarms or troubles ................................................................................................................. 8-6
8.4.9 Reset alarms ...................................................................................................................................... 8-7
8.4.10 Check Detector Through Point Status .............................................................................................. 8-7
8.4.11 View Status of a Point ...................................................................................................................... 8-8
8.4.12 View Alarms or Troubles ................................................................................................................. 8-8
8.4.13 View System Information ................................................................................................................. 8-8
8.4.14 Reset dialer ....................................................................................................................................... 8-8
8.4.15 Communicating with a Remote Computer ....................................................................................... 8-9
8.4.16 Working with a Printer ................................................................................................................... 8-10
8.5 Operation Mode Behavior ...................................................................................................................... 8-11
8.6 Releasing Operations ............................................................................................................................. 8-14
8.6.1 Single Interlock Zone Releasing ..................................................................................................... 8-15
8.6.2 Double Interlock Zone Releasing ................................................................................................... 8-16
Section 9
Reporting ..................................................................................................................................................... 9-1
9.1 Receivers Compatible with the Control Panel ......................................................................................... 9-1
Section 10
Installation Records .................................................................................................................... 10-1
10.1 SLC Point Record .................................................................................................................................. 10-1
Section 11
Testing and Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 11-1
11.1 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 11-1
11.2 Common Problems ................................................................................................................................. 11-1
11.2.1 Event History .................................................................................................................................. 11-2
11.3 Built-in Troubleshooting and Testing Tools .......................................................................................... 11-3
11.3.1 SLC Device Locator ....................................................................................................................... 11-3
11.3.2 SLC Multi Locator .......................................................................................................................... 11-4
11.3.3 I/O Point Control ............................................................................................................................ 11-5

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Appendix A
Compatible Devices ..................................................................................................................... A-1
A.1 Notification Appliances .......................................................................................................................... A-1
A.2 Door Holder Device ................................................................................................................................ A-9
Appendix B
Special Characters Lists .........................................................................................................B-1
B.1 Characters used for Naming .....................................................................................................................B-1

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Section 1
Introduction
The 5808 Fire Alarm Control / Communicator is an addressable fire control system that meets
the requirements of UL 864.
1.1 Overview of Basic System
The 5808 base system is 127 addressable point sytem with a built-in annunciator which can
also be used to program the system.
1.1.1 Hardware Features
ï The 5808 panel contains one SLC (Signaling Line Circuit) which supports 127
addressable devices (points).
ï 6.0A of output power is available through 4 sets of terminals for notification appliance
circuits or auxiliary applications. Each circuit is power limited per UL 864 and can source
up to 3.0A (total output power for all 4 circuits must not exceed 6.0A).
ï Built-in dual phone line, digital alarm communicator/transmitter (DACT).
ï Reports events to central station by point or by zone.
ï UL Listed for pre-action and deluge releasing systems.
ï Two general purpose Form C programmable relays.
ï One Form C Trouble Relay.
ï Basic system operation can be performed using a key or a user code.
ï Can be used with up to 8 Model 5860 Remote Annunciators (sold separately).
ï Can be used with Model 5865-3, 5865-4, and 5880 in any combination for a total of eight
devices on one control panel. See Sections 4.7 and 4.8 for additional information on these
models.
ï Printing of detector status, event history, and real time event log available through the
Model 5824 Serial / Parallel Interface (sold separately).
ï 125 software zones, 125 output groups.
ï Add 4 Notification/Auxiliary power circuits with each 5496 Intelligent Power Module (up
to 8, 5496s per system).

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1.1.2 Software Features
ï Advanced smoke detector features:
ñAutomatic drift compensation
ñMaintenance alert region
ñPoint status eliminates calibrated smoke test requirements for NFPA 72
ï ì JumpStartî feature for easy programming
ï Non-volatile event history stores 1000 events
ï A choice of output patterns available for notification outputs, including ANSI 3.41
temporal signal
ï Built-in synchronization appliance support for AMSECO, Faraday, GentexÆ , or
WheelockÆ .
1.2 About this Manual
This manual is intended to be a complete reference for all installation and operation tasks for
the 5808. Please let us know if the manual does not meet your needs in any way. We value
your feedback!
1.2.1 Terms Used in this Manual
The following terminology is used with the 5808 system:
Term Description
SLC Signaling Line Circuit
Module The term module is used for all hardware devices except for
SLC addressable devices and notification appliances. This
includes the 5808 panel itself.
Input Point An addressable sensing device, such as a smoke or heat detector
or a contact monitor device.
Input Zone A protected area made up of input points.
Output Point
(or Output Circuit)
A notification point or circuit for notification appliances. Relay
circuits and auxiliary power circuits are also considered output
points.
Group (or ì Output Groupî ) A group of output points. Operating characteristics are common
to all output points in the group.
Output (or ì Cadenceî ) Pattern The pattern that the output will use, for example, Constant,
March Code, ANSI 3.41. Applies to zones and special system
events. See Section 7.5.3.2 for additional information.
Mapping Mapping is the process of specifying which outputs are
activated when certain events occur in the system. Section 6.2
explains mapping in detail.

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1.3 Compatible Products
The chart below lists the products available from Silent Knight for use with the 5808.
Type of
Device Model Description
SLC Devices
SD500-AIM Contact Monitor Module (switch input). Standard size. (This device replaces Model
SD500-FRCM-4. See Note below.)
SD500-ARM Relay Module (This device replaces Model SD505-ARM. See Note below.)
SD500-MIM Mini Contact Monitor Module (switch input). Small size. (This device replaces
Model SD500-FRCM. See Note below.)
SD500-PS Addressable pull station
SD500-LED The SD500-LED is a LED driver module capable of driving 80 LEDs which connects
to the SLC loop on a Silent Knight addressable control panel.
Up to 40 SD500-LED modules can be used on the SLC loop.
SD500-LIM Short circuit isolator module for SLC devices.
SD505-6IB Short circuit isolator base for SD505-AHS, SD505-APS, and SD505-AIS detectors.
SD505-AHS Heat Sensor
SD505-AIS Ionization Smoke Detector
SD505-APS Photoelectric Smoke Detector
SD505-ADH
Duct housing is shipped
with a detector base only.
Detector head must be
ordered separately.
Duct Housing for use with SD505-AIS ionization smoke detector or SD505-APS
photoelectric smoke detector head.
Intake tubing for duct available in 3 lengths:
STS-2.5: Duct widths 1.0í to 2.5í
STS-5.0: Duct widths 2.5í to 5.0í
STS-10.0: Duct widths 5.0í to 10.0í
When ordering SD505-ADH, specify intake tubing size and order the appropriate
smoke detector, if needed.
SD505-ADHR Duct detector housing with relay module. Compatible with the same peripheral
devices as the SD505-ADH.
SD505-DTS Optional remote test station compatible with the SD505-ADHR.
Other
Modules
5211 Ground Start Relay For use with ground start telephone network. (Do not use in UL installations.)
5824 Serial/Parallel
Interface
Allows a printer to be attached for the system for on-site event logging, detector
status and event history reports. Two maximum per system.
5496 Intelligent Power
Module
Provides 4 additional Notification Appliance Circuits/Auxiliary power. (Up to 8 per
5808 system.)
5860 and 5860R Remote
Fire Alarm Annunciator
Same operation, similar appearance as on-board annunciator. Up to 8 5860s per
system. 5860 is gray; 5860R is red.
5860TG and 5860TR Trim
Ring Kit
Trim ring kits for surface mounting the 5860 annunciator. 5860TG is gray; 5860TR is
red.
5865-3 and 5865-4 LED
Annunciator
LED annunciator can display up to 30 LEDs (15 red and 15 yellow). 5865-4 has key
switches for silence and reset, and a system trouble LED.
5880 LED Driver Module Driver for up to 40 LEDs. Interfaces with customized annunciator boards. In addition
the 5880 has eight generic switch input points.
5883 General Purpose
Relay Module
Provides 10 Form C relays. Designed to be driven by the 5880. Up to four, 5883s can
be used with each 5880 module.
7860 Telephone Cord RJ31X cord for connecting phone line to the 5808.

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Note: 5865-3, 5865-4, and 5880 can be used in any combination, up to a total of eight devices on one panel.
The following modems have been tested by Silent Knight for compatibility with the 5808 and
the Silent Knight Software Suite software packages:
1.4 How to Contact Silent Knight
If you have a question or encounter a problem not covered in this manual, contact Silent
Knight Technical Support at 800-328-0103 (or 763-493-6455). To order parts, contact Silent
Knight Sales at 800-446-6444 (or 763-493-6435).
Software
Silent Knight Software
Suite (SKSS) 5660
For communication and panel programming with a Windows-based computer and
*modem (not sold by Silent Knight, see Table 1-1 for compatible modems). Enables
remote viewing of detector status and event history.
SKSS Facility
Management Software
5670
For remote viewing of detector status and event history. Requires a modem (not sold
by Silent Knight).
Misc.
7628 UL Listed End-of-line resistor
RBB Remote Battery Box used when your backup batteries requirements use backup
batteries that are too large to fit into the main control panel cabinet.
Table 1-1: Compatible Modems
Manufacturer Model
US Robotics 28.8
Motorola
LifeStyle
28.8, 3400 series
Premier 33.6
MultiTech MT19321ZDX
Type of
Device Model Description

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Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems
Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detectors be located throughout a protected
premise following the recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire Protection
Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturerís recommendations, State and local codes,
and the recommendations contained in Guide for the Proper Use of System Smoke Detectors,
which is made available at no charge to all installing dealers. A study by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the United States government) indicated that
smoke detectors may not go off or give early warning in as many as 35% of all fires. While
fire alarm systems are designed to provide warning against fire, they do not guarantee warning
or protection against fire. A fire alarm system may not provide timely or adequate warning, or
simply may not function, for a variety of reasons. For example:
ï Particles of combustion or smoke from a developing fire may not reach the sensing
chambers of smoke detectors because:
Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or chimneys may inhibit particle or
smoke flow.
Smoke particles may become cold,stratify, and not reach the ceiling or upper walls where
detectors are located.
Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air outlets
Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reaching the detector.
In general, smoke detectors on one level of a structure cannot be expected to sense fires
developing on another level.
ï The amount of smoke present may be insufficient to alarm smoke detectors. Smoke
detectors are designed to alarm at various levels of smoke density. If such density levels
are not created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the detectors will not go
into alarm.
ï Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing limitations. Detectors that
have photoelectronic sensing chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming
fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type sensing chambers
tend to detect fast flaming fires better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in
different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type of detector is
necessarily best and a given type of detector may not provide adequate warning of a fire.
ï Smoke detectors are subject to false alarms and nuisance alarms and may have been
disconnected by users. For example, a smoke detector located in or near a kitchen may go
into nuisance alarm during normal operation of kitchen appliances. In addition, dusty or
steamy environments may cause a smoke detector to falsely alarm. If the location of a
smoke detector causes an abundance of false alarms or nuisance alarms, do not disconnect
the smoke detector; call a professional to analyze the situation and recommend a solution.
ï Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warning of fires caused by arson,
children playing with matches (especially within bedrooms), smoking in bed, violent
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
ï Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and are designed to alarm only when
heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined rate or reaches a predetermined level.
Heat detectors are designed to protect property, not life.

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ï Warning devices (including horns, sirens, and bells) may not alert people or wake up
sleepers who are located on the other side of closed or partially open doors. A warning
device that activates on a different floor or level of a dwelling or structure is less likely to
awaken or alert people. Even persons who are awake may not notice the warning if the
alarm is muffled by noise from a stereo, radio, air conditioner or other appliance, or by
passing traffic. Audible warning devices may not alert the hearing-impaired (strobes or
other devices should be provided to warn these people). Any warning device may fail to
alert people with a disability, deep sleepers, people who have recently used alcohol or
drugs, or people on medication or sleeping pills.
Please note that:
i) Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in people with conditions
such as epilepsy.
ii) Studies have shown that certain people, even when they hear a fire alarm signal, do not
respond or comprehend the meaning of the signal. It is the property ownerís responsi-
bility to conduct fire drills and other training exercises to make people aware of fire
alarm signals and instruct on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
iii) In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause temporary or permanent
hearing loss.
ï Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premises to a central station may
be out of service or temporarily out of service. For added protection against telephone line
failure, backup radio transmission systems are recommended.
ï System components, though designed to last many years, can fail at any time. As a
precautionary measure, it is recommended that smoke detectors be checked, maintained,
and replaced per manufacturerís recommendations.
ï System components will not work without electrical power. If system batteries are not
serviced or replaced regularly, they may not provide battery backup when AC power fails.
ï Environments with high air velocity or that are dusty or dirty require more frequent
maintenance.
In general, fire alarm systems and devices will not work without power and will not function
properly unless they are maintained and tested regularly.
While installing a fire alarm system may make the owner eligible for a lower insurance rate,
an alarm system is not a substitute for insurance. Property owners should continue to act
prudently in protecting the premises and the people in their premises and should properly
insure life and property and buy sufficient amounts of liability insurance to meet their needs.

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Requirements and recommendations for proper use of fire alarm systems in-
cluding smoke detectors and other fire alarm devices:
Early fire detection is best achieved by the installation and maintenance of fire detection
equipment in all rooms and areas of the house or building in accordance with the requirements
and recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association
Standard 72, National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72), the manufacturerís recommendations,
State and local codes and the recommendations contained in Guide for the Proper Use of
System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no charge to all installing dealers. For
specific requirements, check with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (ex. Fire Chief) for
fire protection systems.
Requirements and Recommendations include:
ï Smoke Detectors shall be installed in sleeping rooms in new construction and it is
recommended that they shall also be installed in sleeping rooms in existing construction.
ï It is recommended that more than one smoke detector shall be installed in a hallway if it is
more than 30 feet long.
ï It is recommended that there shall never be less then two smoke detectors per apartment or
residence.
ï It is recommended that smoke detectors be located in any room where an alarm control is
located, or in any room where alarm control connections to an AC source or phone lines
are made. If detectors are not so located, a fire within the room could prevent the control
from reporting a fire.
ï All fire alarm systems require notification devices, including sirens, bells, horns, and/or
strobes. In residential applications, each automatic alarm initiating device when activated
shall cause the operation of an alarm notification device that shall be clearly audible in all
bedrooms over ambient or background noise levels (at least 15dB above noise) with all
intervening doors closed.
ï It is recommended that a smoke detector with an integral sounder (smoke alarm) be
located in every bedroom and an additional notification device be located on each level of
a residence.
ï To keep your fire alarm system in excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is
required per the manufacturerís recommendations and UL and NFPA standards. At a
minimum the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA 72 shall be followed. A maintenance
agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturerís representative.
Maintenance should be performed annually by authorized personnel only.
ï The most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when a fire occurs is
inadequate maintenance. As such, the alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure
all sensors and transmitters are working properly.

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Section 2
Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements
2.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
1. The following information must be provided to the telephone company before the 5808
can be connected to the phone lines:
2. This device may not be directly connected to coin telephone or party line services.
3. This device cannot be adjusted or repaired in the field. In case of trouble with the device,
notify the installing company or return to:
Silent Knight
7550 Meridian Circle
Maple Grove, MN 55369-4927
763-493-6455
800-328-0103
4. If the 5808 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the
user in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance
notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the user as soon as possible.
Users have the right to file complaints, if necessary, with the Federal Communications
Commission.
5. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or pro-
cedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice to allow you to make the necessary modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.
Table 2-1
A Manufacturer: Silent Knight
B Model Number: 5808
C FCC registration number: AC6 USA-34758-AL-E
Ringer equivalence: 0.8B
D Type of jack: RJ31X
E Facility Interface Codes: Loop Start: 02LS2
Ground Start: 02GS2
F Service Order Code: 9.0F
Warning
This device has been verified to comply with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause radio interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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2.2 Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
2.2.1 Requirements for All Installations
General requirements are described in this section. When installing an individual device,
refer to the specific section of the manual for additional requirements. The following
subsections list specific requirements for each type of installation (for example, Central
Station Fire Alarm systems, Local Protected Fire Alarm systems, and so on). See Section 8.6
for information on releasing operation.
1. All field wiring must be installed in accordance with NFPA 70 National Electric Code.
2. Use the addressable smoke detectors specified in Section 5.1 of this manual.
3. Use UL listed notification appliances compatible with the 5808 from those specified in the
Appendix at the back of this manual.
4. A full system checkout must be performed any time the panel is programmed.
2.2.2 Requirements for Central Station Fire Alarm
Systems
1. Use both phone lines. Enable phone line monitors for both lines.
2. You must program a phone number and a test time so that the 5808 sends an automatic
daily test to the central station.
3. Do not use the ground start option.
4. The AC Loss Hours option must be set from 6-12 hours.
5. The Attempts to Report option must be set for 5.
2.2.3 Requirements for Local Protected Fire Alarm
Systems
At least one UL listed supervised notification appliance must be used.
2.2.4 Requirements for Remote Station Protected Fire
Alarm Systems - Digital Alarm Communicator
Transmitter (DACT)
1. Do not exceed the current load restrictions shown in Section 3.6.2.1.
2. The AC Loss Hours option must be set from 15-30 hours.

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Section 3
Before You Begin Installing
This section of the manual is intended to help you plan your tasks to facilitate a smooth
installation. Please read this section thoroughly, especially if you are installing a 5808 panel
for the first time.
3.1 Whatís in the Box?
The 5808 ships with the following hardware:
ï A cabinet with all hardware assembled
ï Two keys for the front door
ï Two keys for user operation of the on-board annunciator (installer operations require the
Installerís Code)
ï Ten 4.7K ohm end-of-line resistors
ï A battery cable for batteries wired in series
3.2 Environmental Specifications
It is important to protect the 5808 control panel from water. To prevent water damage, the
following conditions should be AVOIDED when installing the units:
ï Do not mount directly on exterior walls, especially masonry walls (condensation)
ï Do not mount directly on exterior walls below grade (condensation)
ï Protect from plumbing leaks
ï Protect from splash caused by sprinkler system inspection ports
ï Do not mount in areas with humidity-generating equipment (such as dryers, production
machinery)
When selecting a location to mount the 5808 control panel, the unit should be mounted where
it will NOT be exposed to temperatures outside the range of 0∞C-49∞C (32∞F-120∞F) or
humidity outside the range of 10%-85% at 30∞C (86∞F) noncondensing.

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3.3 Electrical Specifications
Table 3-1 list the terminal block on the 5808 as well as a description of the each individual
terminal and their respective electrical rating. For location of the terminals refer to Figure 3-2.
Table 3-1: Terminal Descriptions and Electrical Specifications
Terminal No. Label Description Rating
Group Individual Voltage Current
Terminal Block 1 AC INPUT
B AC input (hot) 120 VAC, 60 Hz 2.75 A
Earth Earth Ground N/A N/A
W AC input (neutral) 120 VAC, 60 Hz 2.75 A
Terminal Block 2
SLC IN ñUsed for Class A installations 32 VDC 150 mA
+
SLC OUT ñSLC terminals 32 VDC 150 mA
+
SLC PROG ñUsed for programming SLC
Detectors 32 VDC 150 mA
+
Terminal Block 3
TELCO 1 RING Phone Line 1 Telco Ring
TIP Phone Line 1 Telco Tip
PHONE 1 RING Phone Line 1 Phone Ring
TIP Phone Line 1 Phone Tip
TELCO 2 RING Phone Line 2 Telco Ring
TIP Phone Line 2 Telco Tip
PHONE 2 RING Phone Line 2 Phone Ring
TIP Phone Line 2 Phone Tip
Terminal Block 4
TROUBLE
NC Normally closed relay contact
24 VDC 2.5 A, resistiveCOM Common terminal
NO Normally open relay contact
RELAY 1
NC Normally closed relay contact
24 VDC 2.5 A, resistiveCOM Common terminal
NO Normally open relay contact
RELAY 2
NC Normally closed relay contact
24 VDC 2.5 A, resistiveCOM Common terminal
NO Normally open relay contact
NAC1 ñNotification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power 24 VDC 3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
+
NAC2 ñNotification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power 24 VDC 3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
+
NAC3 ñNotification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power 24 VDC 3.0 Amp NAC or Aux power
+
NAC4 ñNotification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power 24 VDC 3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
+
Terminal Block 5
SBUS
BSBUS Communication 5 VDC 100 mA
A
+SBUS Power 24 VDC 1.0 A
ñ
BATTERY + To Positive battery terminal 24 VDC Up to 33 Ah (see Section
4.3 for details)
ñ To Negative battery terminal

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3.4 Wiring Specifications
Induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another) can interfere with
telephone communication or cause false alarms. To avoid induced noise, follow these
guidelines:
ï Isolate input wiring from high current output and power wiring. Do not pull one multi-
conductor cable for the entire panel. Instead, separate the wiring as follows:
ï Do not pull wires from different groups through the same conduit. If you must run them
together, do so for as short a distance as possible or use shielded cable. Connect the shield
to earth ground at the panel. You must route high and low voltages separately.
ï Route the wiring around the inside perimeter of the cabinet. It should not cross the circuit
board where it could induce noise into the sensitive microelectronics or pick up unwanted
RF noise from the high speed circuits. See Figure 3-1 for an example.
ï High frequency noise, such as that produced by the inductive reactance of a speaker or
bell, can also be reduced by running the wire through ferrite shield beads or by wrapping it
around a ferrite toroid.
Figure 3-1 Wire Routing Example
High voltage AC power Terminals
SLC loops
Audio input/output Phone line circuits
Notification circuits NAC1 through NAC4
SBUS
Relay circuits
Relay Outputs
NAC/Aux Power
Outputs
SBUS Devices
Phone Lines
SLC IN/OUT
AC Power
Input
1/4" spacing must be
maintained between each
of these circuit types; as well
as between power limited
and non-power limited circuits.