While a fire alarm system may lower insurance
rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm system–typically made up of smoke
detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning devices, and a fire alarm control with remote notification
capability–can provide early warning of a developing fire.
Such a system, however, does not assure protection against
property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire.
The 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),
manufacturer's recommendations, State and local codes, and
the recommendations contained in the Guide for 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 in
as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm systems are designed to provide early 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:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors
also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a
first-floor or basement fire.
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.
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.
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.
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate
warning of fires caused by arson, children playing with
matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of
flammable materials, etc.).
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and
alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise
heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time.
For this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector
should be tested at least once per year by a qualified fire protection specialist.
Heat detectors are designed to protect
property, not life.
IMPORTANT!
Smoke detectors must be installed in the
same room as the control panel and in rooms used by the system for the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communications, signaling, and/or power.
cated, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crippling its ability to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people
if these devices are located on the other side of closed or
partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building.
Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or
those who have recently consumed drugs, alcohol or medication. Please note that:
• Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures
in people with conditions such as epilepsy.
• 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 owner's responsibility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to make
people aware of fire alarm signals and instruct them on the
proper reaction to alarm signals.
• In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can
cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical
power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries
have been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically compatible with the control. It is essential to use only equipment
listed for service with your control panel.
Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a
premise to a central monitoring station may be out of service
or temporarily disabled. For added protection against telephone line failure, backup radio transmission systems are recommended.
The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inadequate maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in
excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per
the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA standards. At a minimum, the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA
72 shall be followed. Environments with large amounts of
dust, dirt or high air velocity require more frequent maintenance. A maintenance agreement should be arranged
through the local manufacturer's representative. Maintenance
should be scheduled monthly or as required by National and/
or local fire codes and should be performed by authorized professional fire alarm installers only. Adequate written records
of all inspections should be kept.
If detectors are not so lo-
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Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free
installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING -
nected to the fire alarm control panel.
of power before servicing. Control unit and associated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards,
modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is energized.
Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this unit until this
manual is read and understood.
CAUTION -
Changes.
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 Chapter 7 after
any programming operation or change in site-specific software. Reacceptance testing is required after any change, addition or deletion of system components, or after any modification, repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring.
All components, circuits, system operations, or software functions known to be affected by a change must be 100% tested.
In addition, to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected, at least 10% of initiating devices that are not
directly affected by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be tested and proper system operation verified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at
0-49° C/32-120° F
condensing) at 30° C/86° F. However, the useful life of the
system's standby batteries and the electronic components
may be adversely affected by extreme temperature ranges
and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this system
and all peripherals be installed in an environment with a nominal room temperature of 15-27° C/60-80° F.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and
indicating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more
than a 10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.
Several different sources of power can be con-
Disconnect all sources
System Reacceptance Test after Software
To ensure proper system operation, this product
and at a relative humidity of 85% RH (non-
Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may
operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to lightning-induced transients. Although no system is completely
immune from lightning transients and interferences, proper
grounding will reduce susceptibility.
Overhead or outside
aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an increased susceptibility to nearby lightning strikes.
cal Services Department if any problems are anticipated or
encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing,
reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make
all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifications, verify that they will not interfere with battery, transformer, and printed circuit board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs.
Over-tightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced
terminal contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal
removal.
Though designed to last many years, system components
can fail at any time. This system contains static-sensitive
components. Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap
before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the body. Use static-suppressive packaging
to protect electronic assemblies removed from the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and
programming manuals. These instructions must be followed
to avoid damage to the control panel and associated
equipment. FACP operation and reliability depend upon
proper installation by authorized personnel.
Consult with the Techni-
FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause interference to radio communications. It has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for class
A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
Canadian Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A
limits for radiation noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations
of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits
radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.
1.3: Controls, Indicators and Operation .............................................................................................................12
1.3.1: Front Panel Slide Switches ..............................................................................................................12
FIGURE 1-2: CMP-2401B/CMP-2402B Control Switches ................................................................12
1.3.2: LED Indicators .................................................................................................................................13
FIGURE 1-3: LED Indicators (CMP-2402B Illustrated).....................................................................13
1.3.3: Local Sounder ...................................................................................................................................14
1.3.4: Normal Standby Operation ...............................................................................................................14
5.1: The Main Power Supply..............................................................................................................................29
TABLE 5-2: Load in Standby..............................................................................................................29
TABLE 5-3: Load in Alarm.................................................................................................................30
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This control panel has been designed to comply with standards set forth by the following regulatory agencies:
• Underwriters Laboratories Standard UL 864
• NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
• CAN/ULC - S527M Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems
Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents.
NFPA Standards
This Fire Alarm Control Panel complies with the following NFPA Standards:
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code for Local Fire Alarm Systems and
Remote Station Fire Alarm Systems (requires an optional Remote Station Output Module).
Underwriters Laboratories Canada Documents:
CAN/ULC - S524M Standard for Installation of Fire Alarm Systems
CAN/ULC - S527-M87 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems
Other:
Applicable Local and State Building Codes
C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I
C22.2 No. 0, General Requirements - Canadian Electrical Code, Part II
C22.2 No. 0.4, Bonding and Grounding of Electrical Equipment (Protective Grounding) - Canadian
C282, Emergency Electrical Power Supply for Buildings - Canadian
Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (LAHJ)
The CMP-2401B is a one zone FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) and the CMP-2402B is a two zone FACP. This
manual will use the term FACP to refer to both the CMP-2401B and CMP-2402B where features are identical. These
control panels provide reliable fire signaling protection for small to medium sized commercial, industrial and institutional buildings. The FACPs use conventional input devices such as two-wire smoke detectors, four-wire smoke
detectors, pull stations, waterflow devices and other normally-open contact devices. Outputs include one NAC (Notification Appliance Circuit) and 24 volt resettable power. The FACP also supervises all wiring, AC voltage and battery level.
Activation of a compatible smoke detector or any normally open fire alarm initiating device will activate audible and
visual signaling devices, illuminate an indicating LED and sound the piezo at the FACP, activate the FACP alarm
relay and operate an optional module used to notify a remote station or initiate a supplementary control function.
1.1Product Features
• Style B (Class B) Initiating Device Circuit (IDC)
✓CMP-2401B - one IDC
✓CMP-2402B - two IDCs
• One NFPA Style Y (Class B) Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC)
• Form-C Alarm Relay
• Form-C Trouble Relay
• Control switches
✓Reset
✓Trouble Silence
✓Signal Silence - Zone One
✓Signal Silence - Zone Two (CMP-2402B only)
• LED Indicators
✓AC Power
✓Zone Alarm and Trouble
✓Bell Trouble
✓Option Module Trouble
✓System Trouble
✓Zone Silence
✓Ground Fault
✓Battery Trouble
• Piezo Sounder for alarm and trouble signal
• Dress Panel coverplate
• 24 volt operation
• Small backbox size
• Low AC voltage sense
• Silence Inhibit Notification Appliance Circuit
• Automatic Battery Float Charger
• Battery Deep Discharge Protection
• Optional Remote Trouble Buzzer
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Product Features
FIGURE 1-1:
Transformer
CMP-2401B/CMP-2402B
+24 Volt
Resettable
Power
Remote
Trouble Buzzer
GND
TB1
J5
CAUTION!
HIGH VOLTAGE
NEUTRAL EARTH
HOT
Alarm Relay
+24V
BUZTROUB LE
AC
TBL
REG
NCNCCC
RES
F2
ALARM
NO
Trouble Relay
Notification
Appliance
SIGNAL
INITIAT
OUTPUT
ZONE 1
NO
-
+
-
+
Circuit
INITIAT
ZONE 2
-
+
TB2
Input Zones
(2 on CMP-2402B
only)
SW1
SW2
SW3
SW4
J4
R14
CUT IF 4X
OPTION
BOARD IS
PRESENT
CUT TO
DISABLE
EARTH
FAULT
R72
SYSTEM RESET
SIG SILENCE
ZONE 1
SIG SILENCE
ZONE 2
TBL SILENCE
Cut if 4X
Option Module
is Installed
System
Reset
Signal
Silence
Zone 1
Signal
Silence Zone
2 * (CMP-
2402B)
Tr ou b l e
Silence
Cut to
Disable
Earth Fault
4X Option
Module
Connectors
*
*
*
TB3
Holds up to two 7 AH Batteries
* Note that all switches are illustrated in the normal position.
J3
BATTERY
J1
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Specifications
1.2Specifications
AC Power - TB3
120 VAC, 60 Hz, 0.5 amps
Fuse F2 - 2 Amp, 3AG Slow Blow
Wire size: minimum #14 AWG (2.0 mm
Battery (lead acid only) - J3
Maximum Charging Circuit: Normal Flat Charge - 27.6V @ 0.8 amp
Maximum Charger Capacity: 7.0 Amp Hour battery which can be housed in the FACP cabinet
Battery Deep Discharge Protection:
In order to protect the battery, the deep discharge circuit disconnects the battery from the FACP when
the battery voltage drops below 15 VDC. The FACP will restart and the battery will begin recharging
only after primary AC power is restored.
Initiating Device Circuit(s) - TB2
Zone 1 - TB2 Terminals Initiating Zone 1 (-) & (+)
Zone 2 - TB2 Terminals Initiating Zone 2 (-) & (+) (CMP-2402B only
Power-limited circuitry
Operation: NFPA Style B (Class B)
Normal Operating Voltage: Nominal 24 VDC , ripple 2.0 V
Alarm Current: 20 mA minimum
Short Circuit Current: 40 mA maximum
Maximum Loop Resistance: 100 ohms per side (200 ohms total zone resistance)
End-of-Line Resistor: 3.9K ohm, ½ watt
Detector Loop Current is sufficient to ensure operation of two alarmed detectors per zone
Standby Current: 9 mA (includes ELR and 3 mA maximum detector current)
Smoke Detector Identifier A
Refer to Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document for listed compatible devices
2
) with 600V insulation
P-P
)
Notification Appliance Circuit - TB2, Terminals Signal Output (-) and Signal Output (+)
Operation: NFPA Style Y (Class B)
Power-limited circuitry
Normal Operating Voltage: Nominal 24 VDC
Current Limit: via PTC
Maximum signaling current: 1.25 amps
End-of-Line Resistor: 3.9K ohm, ½ watt
Refer to Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document for listed compatible devices
Two Form-C Relays - Terminals Alarm (NC, C, NO) and Trouble (NC, C, NO)