EMS ZITON RADIO LOOP MODULE Programming Manual

ZITON RADIO LOOP MODULE

PROGRAMMING

MANUAL

Table of Contents

Section Page No

1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................... 3

1.1 System Design...................................................................................... 3

1.2 Handling Precautions ............................................................................. 3

1.3 Packaging: ........................................................................................... 3

2.0 MENU STRUCTURE ................................................................................ 4

2.1 Menu Structure Layout........................................................................... 4

3.0 MENU EXPLANATION ............................................................................. 5

3.1 Device Status ....................................................................................... 5

3.2 Add New device .................................................................................. 12

3.3 Remove device ................................................................................... 13

3.4 Interface Status ................................................................................. 13

3.5 Radio Channels .................................................................................. 14

4.0 FRONT DISPLAY OF RADIO LOOP MODULE ............................................ 14

5.0 ACCESSING THE RADIO LOOP MODULES MENUS ................................... 14

5.1 Viewing the Device Status ................................................................... 15

5.2 Output Test ........................................................................................ 19

5.3 Adding New Devices to the System....................................................... 20

5.4 Removing Device from the System ....................................................... 21

5.5 Viewing the Radio Loop Module Status .................................................. 22

5.6 Radio Channels .................................................................................. 23

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

This manual provides a programming guide for the Ziton Radio Loop Module.

The Ziton Radio Loop Module comprises of a radio transceiver capable of receiving 31 radio
devices. An LCD display is provided along with function buttons to allow programming and
diagnostics to be carried out for associated devices.

The Ziton Radio Loop Module is capable of connection to a ZP Protocol Fire Alarm Control Panels
Loop via its Loop in and out connection terminals. The Radio Loop Module is addressed on the
loop via its onboard 8 way DIP switch. A total of 2 Radio Loop Modules can be fitted onto a Fire
Alarm Control Panels Loop.

Compatible products for use with the Ziton Radio Loop Module are as follows;

Part Number – ZR485-3 Radio manual call point
Part Number – ZR432-2 Radio multisensor detector
Part Number – ZR455-3R Red radio sounder
Part Number – ZR455-3W White radio sounder

Part Number – ZR455V-3RC Red radio sounder with clear beacon
Part Number – ZR455V-3RR Red radio sounder and red beacon
Part Number – ZR455V-3RA Red radio sounder with amber beacon
Part Number – ZR451-3 Single input output unit

1.1 System Design

All installation work should be carried out in accordance with the survey and system design.

It is recommended that the Ziton Radio Loop Module and peripheral devices are located in
accordance with the radio survey and system design. This should be established before
installation work commences.

1.2 Handling Precautions

General; Care should be taken when handling Ziton Radio Loop Module. Avoid dropping any of the
parts onto hard surfaces, as damage may occur to the case and internal circuitry.

ESD Precautions; Ziton Radio Loop Module includes components that are susceptible to damage
from Electro-Static Discharge (ESD). Permanent damage may be caused to these components
through routine handling if precautions are not observed. To reduce the risk of damage from ESD,
the following precautions should be observed.

Minimise the handling of PCB’s which contain static sensitive devices. Where handling is
unavoidable, always ensure that you have taken adequate earthing precautions. An earthed wrist
strap is recommended.

When storing or transporting a “loose” PCB, always use a container, which has been designed and
manufactured with ESD protective properties.

Avoid placing static sensitive devices on plastic surfaces, which may increase the risk of a static
discharge.

1.3 Packaging:

All products should be kept in their packaging until they are due to be installed, to minimise the
risk of damage. Retain all packaging until the installation activities have been completed. Should
any product be found to be surplus to requirements, or require returning, the original packaging
should be used.

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2.0 MENU STRUCTURE

The menu structure is shown below and is entered by pressing the Rotary Control button.
Further menu options are entered by also pressing the Rotary Control button. To exit the menus
the back button can be pressed or the menus will automatically exit one step at a time at 30
second time intervals.

2.1 Menu Structure Layout

Front Screen

Device Status

Add New Device

Remove Device

Interface Status

Radio Channel

Device Address

Fault Status

Alarm Status*

Battery Level

Signal Level

Manual Update

Ident

Software Version

Loop Address

Output Test**

Fault Status

Background Level

Ident

Software Version

Node Number **

Audio Detect **

Batt Smooth **

Serial Data **

Currently Used

Auto Select ***

Manual Select ***

Scan Time

First Channel

Second Channel

* Alarm Status shown as I/O Status for Input/Output Device types.

** Highlighted menu options are only available when switch 8 is
‘ON’.
*** Menu Options only available when Radio Loop Module does not
have any devices allocated to it.

Scan Time

First Channel

Second Channel

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3.0 MENU EXPLANATION

3.1 Device Status

This function allows the current status of the allocated devices on the Radio Loop Module to be
viewed (Maximum of 31 devices). The devices are shown in the menu indicating their loop
address number, its logged on status and the device type. Further information on the device can
be obtained by pressing the Rotary Control button. This enables the following details to be
viewed:- Fault status, Alarm Status, Battery Level, Signal Level, unique 5 digit ident number,
software version and also allows a manual signal level update to take place.

A typical display is shown below;

Addr 067 L Multi

The descriptions for the shown display are as follows;

Addr 067 – In this example this indicates the devices loop address number which has been
selected. Available options are between 1 and 127.

L – In this example this field indicates the devices logged on or fault status.

Available options are;

L= Logged On and in a normal condition.
! = Logged On with fault(s) present.

= Logged On with a fire alarm present.

= Logged On with a pre alarm present.

Multi – This field indicates the device type. Available options are:

Radio = Ziton Radio Loop Module
Multi = Multisensor Detector
Optic = Optical Detector
Heat = Heat Detector
HTemp = Heat Detector
MCP = Manual Callpoint
Sound = Sounder Device
I/O = Input/Output Device
??? = Unknown Device

Further Device Status Information on the displayed device is available by pressing the Rotary
Control button. This allows the following menus to be viewed;

Fault Status – this menu when entered, shows detailed information on the fault status of the
device.

Note; If multiple faults are applicable to a device the rotary control can be turned to view the
total fault listing and a down arrow will be present to indicate that there is more than one fault
present

The available fault descriptions are described below;

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No Fault Present – this description indicates that the device is not in any fault condition and is
operating correctly.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel in their normal status will vary
depended upon the signal strength readings. The range of values is shown below:

Analogue

Value

Signal

Strength

GOOD

(Slot 5)

Analogue

Value

Signal

Strength

MEDIUM

(Slot 5)

Analogue

Value

Signal

Strength

LOW

(Slot 5)

Analogue

Value

Signal

Strength

CAUTION

(Slot 5)
Detector 090 085 080 075
Manual Call Point 090 085 080 075
Sounder 090 085 080 075
Input/Output 090 085 080 075

In Tamper – this indicates that the devices tamper switch is not currently making contact
against the ceiling or wall mounted base plate.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

(Slot 5) (Slot 6)

Detector N/A 181
Manual Call Point N/A 181
Sounder N/A 181
Input/Output N/A 181

Head Missing – this indicates that the detectors head is not currently fitted on the detector
base.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

(Slot 3) (Slot 6)

Detector 244 118
Manual Call Point N/A N/A
Sounder N/A N/A
Input/Output N/A N/A

Sounder Missing – this indicates that the sounder, strobe only or sounder/strobe head is not
currently fitted on the sounder base.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

(Slot 3) (Slot 6)
Detector N/A N/A
Manual Call Point N/A N/A
Sounder 244 118
Input/Output N/A N/A

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Signal Fault – this indicates that there has currently not been any communication between
the device and the Radio Loop Module for 300 seconds. This is indicated as an analogue value
of 020 on the fire alarm control panel.

This will be shown on the Fire Alarm Control Panel as if the device had been removed from the
system as it does not respond to polls on the loop i.e Disconnect fault.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

Slot 5 Slot 6

Detector 020 N/A
Manual Call Point 020 N/A
Sounder 020 N/A
Input/Output 020 N/A

Battery Fault – this shows that the device has either a low battery and has a minimum
operational life of 7- 30 days or has a battery missing.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices with low batteries is;

Analogue Value

Slot 5 Slot 6

Detector N/A 213
Manual Call Point N/A 213
Sounder N/A 213
Input/Output N/A 213

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices with a battery missing is;

Analogue Value

Slot 5 Slot 6

Detector N/A 020
Manual Call Point N/A 020
Sounder N/A 020
Input/Output N/A 020

This will be shown as Idle High on the Fire Alarm Control Panel as if the device has a fault.

No Sndr Audio – this indicates that a sounder device has given no audio output or a low audio
output when sounding. This is selectable via a DIP switch on the sounder head and must be
disabled when using strobe only devices.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

Slot 3 Slot 6

Detector N/A N/A
Manual Call Point N/A N/A
Sounder 244 152
Input/Output N/A N/A

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Head Fault – this indicates that a detectors head has a fault i.e no communication between
the head and the radio base.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

Slot 3 Slot 6

Detector 244 152
Manual Call Point N/A N/A
Sounder N/A N/A
Input/Output N/A N/A

Short Circuit – this indicates that an input has a short circuit wiring fault.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

Slot 5 Slot 6

Detector N/A N/A
Manual Call Point N/A N/A
Sounder N/A N/A
Input/Output N/A 118

Open Circuit – this indicates that an input has a short circuit wiring fault.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

Slot 5 Slot 6

Detector N/A N/A
Manual Call Point N/A N/A
Sounder N/A N/A
Input/Output N/A 118

Alarm Status – this menu when entered shows information on the current alarm status of the
device. The available alarm descriptions are described below;

No Alarm Present – this indicates the device is currently not in an alarm or pre-alarm

condition.

In Fire – this indicates the device is currently in a fire alarm condition.

The analogue value seen on the Fire Alarm Control Panel for devices in this state is;

Analogue Value

Slot 5 Slot 6

Detector 181 N/A
Manual Call Point 181 N/A
Sounder N/A N/A
Input/Output 213 N/A

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