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Document 51883-L8 8/30/13 Rev:

P/N 51883-L8:J1 ECN 13-201

Fire Alarm & Emergency Communication System Limitations

While a life safety system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for life and property 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 panel (FACP) 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.

An emergency communication system—typically made up of an automatic fire alarm system (as described above) and a life safety communication system that may include an autonomous control unit (ACU), local operating console (LOC), voice communication, and other various interoperable communication methods—can broadcast a mass notification message. Such a system, however, does not assure protection against property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire or life safety event.

The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detectors be located throughout a protected premises following the recommendations 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. This document can be found at http://www.systemsensor.com/appguides/. 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 firstfloor 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, chimneys, even wet or humid areas 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, such as air conditioning vents.

• 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. If detectors are not so located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, compromising its ability to report a fire.

Audible warning devices such as bells, horns, strobes, speakers and displays 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:

• An emergency communication system may take priority over a fire alarm system in the event of a life safety emergency.

• Voice messaging systems must be designed to meet intelligibility requirements as defined by NFPA, local codes, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

• Language and instructional requirements must be clearly disseminated on any local displays.

• 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 to or comprehend the meaning of the signal. Audible devices, such as horns and bells, can have different tonal patterns and frequencies. It is the property owner's responsibility to conduct fire drills and other training exercises 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 life safety 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 panel. It is essential to use only equipment listed for service with your control panel.

Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premises 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 life safety system malfunction is inadequate maintenance. To keep the entire life safety system

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Installation Precautions

Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:

WARNING - Several different sources of power can be connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all

sources 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 manuals are read and understood.

CAUTION - System Re-acceptance Test after Software Changes: To ensure proper system operation, this product

must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 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 0-49º C/32-120º F and at a relative humidity . 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 its peripherals be installed in an environment with a normal room temperature of 15-27º C/60-80º 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.

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 interference, proper grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an increased susceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical 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, or printed circuit board location.

Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Overtightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.

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.

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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 devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when devices are 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 or her 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.

LiteSpeed™ is a trademark; and FireLite® Alarms is a registered trademark of Honeywell International Inc. Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

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Software Downloads

In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our customers, we make frequent upgrades to the embedded software in our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest features, we strongly recommend that you download the most current version of software for each product prior to commissioning any system. Contact Technical Support with any questions about software and the appropriate version for a specific application.

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Section 1: System Overview....................................................................................................8

1.1: General...........................................................................................................................................................8

1.2: Features..........................................................................................................................................................8

1.3: Start-up Procedure .........................................................................................................................................9

1.4: Jumpers ........................................................................................................................................................10

1.4.1: Jumper JP1 - Ground Fault Detection ...............................................................................................10

1.4.2: Jumpers JP2 and JP3: Coded/Noncoded Input Selection ..................................................................10

1.5: LED Indicators.............................................................................................................................................10

1.6: Specifications...............................................................................................................................................10

1.7: General.........................................................................................................................................................12

Section 2: Installation.............................................................................................................14

2.1: Backbox Mounting ......................................................................................................................................14

2.2: NAC Circuit Wiring.....................................................................................................................................16

2.2.1: Style Y (Class B) ...............................................................................................................................16

2.2.2: ZNAC-4 Class A Option Module......................................................................................................16

2.3: Addressable Module Mounting ...................................................................................................................17

2.4: NEC Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements...................................................................................18

Section 3: Programming Options.......................................................................................... 19

3.1: DIP Switch Settings.....................................................................................................................................20

3.2: Programmable Features Description............................................................................................................21

3.2.1: Synchronization Type Selection........................................................................................................21

Maximum Number of Strobes for Synchronization .............................................................................21

3.2.2: Synchronization Mode - Master/Slave ..............................................................................................21

3.2.3: AC Fail Delay/Aux. Trouble Relay Function....................................................................................22

3.2.4: Input/Output Function .......................................................................................................................22

Auxiliary Power Control ......................................................................................................................23

3.2.5: Charger Enable/Disable.....................................................................................................................23

3.2.6: Door Closers......................................................................................................................................23

Section 4: Trouble Supervision............................................................................................. 25

4.1: Supervision via FACP Notification Appliance Circuit................................................................................25

4.1.1: Supervision of FACP to FCPS wiring...............................................................................................25

4.1.2: Supervision of FCPS-24FS Faults.....................................................................................................25

4.1.3: Aux. Trouble Relay/AC Fail Relay ...................................................................................................25

4.2: AC Loss Reporting Delay............................................................................................................................26

Section 5: Applications .......................................................................................................... 27

5.1: Controlling Four NACs With One Input and Selective Silence ..................................................................27

5.2: Controlling Three NACs and One Door Holder With One Input................................................................29

5.3: Split Temporal Mode of Operation..............................................................................................................31

5.4: Remote Supply With Resettable and Nonresettable Power.........................................................................33

5.5: Master FACP with Slave FCPS-24FS Power Supply..................................................................................35

5.6: Master FCPS-24FS Power Supply Connected to FACP..............................................................................36

5.7: Canadian Applications.................................................................................................................................36

Section 6: Power Supply Requirements............................................................................... 38

6.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................38

6.2: Calculating the AC Branch Circuit..............................................................................................................38

6.3: Calculating the System Current Draw .........................................................................................................39

6.3.1: Overview ...........................................................................................................................................39

6.3.2: How to Calculate System Current Draw ...........................................................................................39

6.4: Calculating the Battery Size ........................................................................................................................41

6.4.1: NFPA Battery Requirements .............................................................................................................41

6.4.2: Selecting and Locating Batteries .......................................................................................................41

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Table of Contents

Appendix A: Wire Requirements........................................................................................... 43

Index ........................................................................................................................................44

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It is imperative that the installer understand the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and be familiar with the standards set forth by the following regulatory agencies:

• Underwriters Laboratories Standards

• NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code

Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents.

NFPA Standards

NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 70 National Electrical Code

Underwriters Laboratories Documents:

UL 464 Audible Signaling Appliances UL 864 Standard for Control Units for Fire Protective Signaling Systems UL 1638 Visual Signaling Appliances UL 1971 Signaling Devices for Hearing Impaired

UL 2572 Standard for Mass Notification Systems

NOTE: Mass Notification is not listed in Canada. Any part number that has a suffix of “C” is a Canadian part number and will not have Mass Notification.

CAN/ULC - S524-01 Standard for Installation of Fire Alarm Systems CAN/ULC-S527-99 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems

Other:

NEC Article 250 Grounding NEC Article 300 Wiring Methods NEC Article 760 Fire Protective Signaling Systems Applicable Local and State Building Codes Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (LAHJ) Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1

Other Fire•Lite Documents:

Device Compatibility Document Document #15384

This product has been certified to comply with the requirements in the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864, 9th Edition. Operation of this product with products not tested for UL 864, 9th Edition has not been evaluated. Such operation requires the approval of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

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The FCPS-24FS6 is a 6 amp power supply and the FCPS-24FS8 is an 8 amp power supply. Each FCPS-24FS power supply is a compact, cost-effective, remote power supply and battery charger which provides ADA compatible strobe synchronization. Each remote power supply consists of a filtered 24 VDC output that can be configured to drive four Style Y (Class B) NACs (Notification Appliance Circuits). The four circuits can be configured for Style Z (Class A) with the optional ZNAC-4 Class A converter module. Alternatively, the four output circuits may be configured as 24 VDC resettable or nonresettable power outputs. The input circuits, which control the power supply operation, are triggered by the reverse polarity of an NAC or by a 12 VDC or 24 VDC power source. The power supplies are compatible with 12 VDC and 24 VDC control panels.

The FCPS-24FS6E and FCPS-24FS8E offer the same features as the FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS24FS8 respectively but allow connection to 220/240 VAC. Unless otherwise specified, the information in this manual applies to both the 110/120 VAC versions and the 220/240 VAC versions of the power supplies.

The FCPS-24FS6C and FCPS-24FS8C are the Canadian versions which offer the same features as the FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8 respectively. Unless otherwise specified, the information in this manual also applies to the Canadian versions of the power supplies.

1.1 General

The FCPS-24FS power supplies can be used as remotely mounted power supplies and battery chargers to power four noncoded or coded NACs. The Main FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) NAC(s) is connected to the remote power supply input circuit(s). When the control input circuit activates due to reverse polarity of the NAC from the FACP, the power supply will activate its Notification Appliance Circuits.

Section 1: System Overview

During the inactive or nonalarm state, the power supply supervises its NAC field wiring for short and open conditions. AC fail, battery, charger and ground fault troubles will also be monitored by the power supply. If an NAC or power supply fault is detected, the power supply Normally-Closed Trouble contact will open.

If an alarm condition occurs and the NAC is activated, the supervision is disabled and the Notification Appliance Circuit is no longer supervised (except for shorts). Supervision of other power supply faults such as low battery, AC loss, ground fault and battery charger trouble will continue and may be monitored via the Trouble relay contacts.

1.2 Features

• Self-contained in a lockable cabinet

• 24 VDC remote power supply

• Outputs are completely power-limited (Class 2)

• Two optically-isolated input/control circuits, compatible with 12 VDC and 24 VDC control

• Four output circuits:

• NAC Trouble LED - blinks to indicate the number of the circuit in trouble

panel NACs

– Fully filtered power

– Four 24 VDC Style Y (Class B) NACs

– Optional ZNAC-4 Class A converter module for conversion to Style Z NACs

– Alternatively, all four circuits may be configured as 24 VDC special application power

outputs

– Output circuits may be configured as resettable or nonresettable

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Start-up Procedure System Overview

• Maximum current available for any one output circuit: 3.0 amps, special application, 300mA regulated

• Maximum total continuous current available:

– 4.0 amps for FCPS-24FS6

– 6.0 amps for FCPS-24FS8

• Maximum total short term current (one hour maximum):

– 6.0 amps for FCPS-24FS6

– 8.0 amps for FCPS-24FS8

• Integral supervised battery charger for lead acid batteries only

• Capable of charging 7.0 AH to 18.0 AH (Amp Hour) batteries

• Fully supervised power supply, battery and NACs

• Selectable Strobe Synchronization for NACs (System Sensor, Gentex and Wheelock)

• Coded signal synchronization

• Fixed terminal blocks for field wiring capable of accepting 12 - 22 AWG wire

• Selectable Ground Fault detection by jumper JP1

• Power supply trouble Form-C relay contacts (fail-safe)

• Optional delay of AC loss reporting for 2 hours

• Auxiliary Special Application Power Output for SLC modules (500 mA maximum) with optional reset for 4-wire smoke detectors

• Mounting location for optional addressable control module

1.3 Start-up Procedure

1. Configure the power supply jumpers as described in “Jumpers” on page 10.

2. Install the power supply as described in“Installation” on page 14.

3. Program the power supply as described in “Programming Options” on page 19.

4. Wire the power supply circuits, referring to the options described in“Trouble Supervision” on page 25 and the application examples in“Applications” on page 27.

5. Connect primary power source wiring while observing the following:

– Make certain that the AC mains circuit breaker is off before making any wiring connections

between the mains and the power supply.

– Make certain primary power source is 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.2 amps.

– Run a pair of wires (with ground conductor) from the protected premises main breaker box

to TB1 of the power supply main circuit board.

– Use 14 AWG (1.6 mm O.D.) or heavier gauge wire with 600V insulation.

6. Apply power to the power supply using the following procedure:

– Apply AC power by turning on the AC mains circuit breaker connected to the power supply.

– Connect a properly charged battery to connector JP4 on the power supply main circuit

board.

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System Overview Jumpers

Jumper positions shown

for noncoded (steady)

source voltage

JP3

JP2

jumpers

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1.4 Jumpers

CAUTION: DISCONNECT POWER

REMOVE ALL POWER (AC & DC) BEFORE CUTTING OR MOVING ANY JUMPERS.

1.4.1 Jumper JP1 - Ground Fault Detection

The Ground Detection circuit monitors for zero impedance between the power supply and ground. Jumper JP1 is located in the top right section of the power supply circuit board. Cutting JP1 will disable ground fault detection by the power supply. This should only be done if ground faults are being monitored by a panel connected to the FCPS power supply.

1.4.2 Jumpers JP2 and JP3: Coded/Noncoded Input Selection

Jumpers JP2 and JP3 are located in the top right section of the power supply circuit board. JP2 is used for Control Input Circuit #1 and JP3 is used for Control Input Circuit #2. The position of these jumpers will depend on the type of signal being fed to the input circuits:

• If the source voltage to the input circuit is a noncoded (steady voltage) input signal, the jumper for the corresponding input circuit should be in the default position which jumpers the bottom two pins (as illustrated in drawing at left).

• If the source voltage to the input circuit is coded (variable voltage), the jumper for the corresponding input circuit should be moved to jumper the top two pins.

1.5 LED Indicators

1.6 Specifications

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• AC Power on (green) LED - indicates AC power is present

• Ground Fault (yellow) LED - indicates a ground fault condition (zero impedance to ground)

• Battery Trouble (yellow) LED - indicates low or no battery

• NAC Trouble (yellow) LED - indicates a Notification Appliance Circuit trouble (blinks once for Circuit 1 trouble, twice for Circuit 2 trouble, three times for Circuit 3 trouble and four times for Circuit 4 trouble. Note that multiple circuits in trouble will cause the LED to blink the number of the circuit with the highest number)

• ChargerTrouble/AC Loss (yellow) LED - indicates a charger fault or loss of AC power:

– If AC is applied to the power supply without a battery connected, both the Charger

Trouble/AC Loss LED and Battery Trouble LED will turn on simultaneously, indicating that a battery is not connected.

– When a battery is connected and the power supply is in Normal Mode, if the battery voltage

drops too low or the battery is disconnected, only the Battery Trouble LED will turn on.

– When a battery is connected and the charger develops a problem, only the Charger

Trouble/AC Loss LED will turn on.

Refer to Figure 1.1 on page 12 for terminal locations.

Primary AC Power - TB1

• FCPS-24FS6(C) & FCPS-24FS8(C): 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.2 amps maximum

• FCPS-24FS6E & FCPS-24FS8E: 240 VAC, 50 Hz, 1.6 amps maximum

• Wire size: minimum #14 AWG with 600V insulation

Specifications System Overview

Control Input Circuits - TB4, Terminals 3 (+) & 4 (-) and 7 (+) & 8 (-)

• Trigger Input Voltage: 9 to 32 VDC

• Input Current Draw in Alarm Polarity:

– 16 to 32 volts, 2.0 mA maximum per input

– 9 to 16 volts, 1.0 mA maximum per input

NAC/Output Circuits - TB2, Terminals 1 (+) & 2 (-), 3 (+) & 4 (-), 5 (+) & 6 (-) and 7 (+) & 8 (-) alarm polarity

• Supervised, and power-limited (Class 2)

• Voltage Rating: 24 VDC filtered

• Current:

– Maximum for any one circuit - 3.0 amps, special application, 300mA, regulated

– Maximum total continuous

current for all output: FCPS-24FS6 - 4.0 amps FCPS-24FS8 - 6.0 amps

– Maximum total short term

current (one hour maximum) for all outputs: FCPS-24FS6 - 6.0 amps FCPS-24FS8 - 8.0 amps

• Output Circuit Types:

– Four Style Y NACs (require 4.7 KΩ End-of-Line Resistors) or

Style Z NACs using the optional ZNAC-4 Class A converter module OR

– Four resettable or nonresettable 24 VDC power outputs

• Refer to the Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document #15384 for listed compatible devices.

• For wiring requirements, refer to “Wire Requirements” on page 43.

Trouble Relay Contact Rating - TB5

• Fail-safe Form-C relay (normally energized, transfers with loss of power)

• 5.0 amps @ 24 VDC or 5.0 amps @ 30 VAC

Secondary Power (battery) Charging Circuit - JP4

• Supervised, nonpower-limited

• Supports lead acid type batteries only

• Float Charge Voltage: 27.6 VDC

• Maximum Charge Current: 1.5 A

• Battery fuse (F1) 15A, 32V (Canadian version is nonreplaceable 12A, 32V)

• Maximum Battery Capacity: 18.0 AH

• Minimum Battery Capacity: 7.0 AH

• Power supply draws maximum standby current of 65 mA from batteries

Auxiliary Special Application Power Output - TB4 Terminals 9 (+) & 10 (-)

• Special application power

• Power-limited (Class 2), nonsupervised

• Voltage Rating: 24 VDC

• Current:

– 170 mA maximum with internal 7.0 Amp Hour batteries

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System Overview General

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

TB1

TRANSFORMER 2

TRANSFORMER 1

JP4

SW1

TB4

JP3

TB5

TB2

JP1

JP2

- +

EARTH NEUT HOT

OUT4

- NAC4 +

OUT3

- NAC3 +

OUT2

- NAC2 +

OUT1

- NAC1 +

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

3 2 1

AUX -

IN2-

IN2+

OUT1-

OUT1+

IN1-

IN1+

SYNC IN -

SYNC IN +

AUX +

NO NC

AUX TBL

COM

BATTERY

BATT

AC/ CHGR

GND FLT

NAC TRBL

Figure 1.1 FCPS-24FS Board Layout

- Aux. Common

+ Aux. 24 VDC*

- Control Input 2

+ Control Input 2

- Out Common

+ Out/Trouble Contact

- Control Input 1

+ Control Input 1

- Sync Input

+ Sync Input

NAC/Out 1 +

NAC/Out 1 -

NAC/Out 2 +

NAC/Out 2 -

NAC/Out 3 +

NAC/Out 3 -

NAC/Out 4 +

NAC/Out 4 -

Supervised, Nonpower-limited

Earth AC Neutral AC Hot

Trouble Relay Form-C Fail-safe Nonsupervised (shown energized)

Normally Open Normally Closed Common

JP1 Ground Fault Detection (cut to disable)

JP2 & JP3

Coded/Noncoded Input Selection

JP4 Supervised + Battery

- Battery 18 AH, 24 VDC

Nonpowerlimited

LEDs

Charger Trouble/AC Loss (yellow)

NAC Trouble (yellow)

Battery Trouble (yellow)

Ground Fault (yellow)

AC Power (green)

SW1

Programming DIP Switches

(change switch settings only when all power (AC & DC) is removed)

F1 Battery Fuse 15A, 32V (Canadian version is nonreplaceable 12 A, 32V)

Nonpower-limited

To Transformer #1 To Transformer #2

Auxiliary Output 500 mA Special Application Power*

ZNAC-4 Connector

*Note: Auxiliary Power Output is power-limited (Class 2) but not supervised

Power-limited (Class 2), Supervised,

Special Application or regulated

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– 500 mA maximum with external 18.0 Amp Hour batteries

1.7 General

The FCPS may be used in a number of different applications. It may be used as a remotelymounted power supply and battery charger where it can provide up to four coded or noncoded, synchronized or nonsynchronized NACs (Notification Appliance Circuits). Alternatively, output #4

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General System Overview

Style Y NAC

or Door

Holder Power

Output #4

AC Power

Figure 1.2 Simplified FCPS Block Diagram

Battery Charger

Style Y NAC

Output #3

Style Y NAC

Output #2

Style Y NAC

Output #1

Note: All NAC outputs can be converted to Style Z with a ZNAC-4 option module

FCPS Trouble

Contact Output

24 VDC Specific Application Power

NAC Control Input #2 (from FACP)

NAC Control Input #1 (from FACP)

Sync. Input

Input/Output Functions are Programmable

by SW1 DIP Switch Settings

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can be used as a door holder circuit which will provide a steady 24 VDC output until an alarm condition or AC fail condition causes it to drop to 0 VDC following a 10 second delay. All four outputs can also provide power.

One possible application for the FCPS remote power supply utilizes the NAC repeater feature. In this application, one or two NACs are connected from the main FACP to the remote power supply control input circuits. When the control input circuits are activated by the reverse polarity of the NACs, the power supply will activate its corresponding output circuits as programmed by SW1 DIP switch configuration (refer to Table 3.1 on page 20).

During the inactive state, the remote power supply supervises its NAC field wiring for short and open conditions. If a fault is detected, the power supply will enter a trouble condition and illuminate the NAC Trouble LED. When the NACs are activated, the supervision is disabled and the circuits are no longer supervised (except for short circuit conditions). Supervision of other power supply faults such as low battery, battery charger trouble, ground fault and AC loss will continue and may be monitored via the power supply trouble relay.

If an application requires that all four outputs activate at the same time, only one NAC is required from the FACP. For this application, the NAC is connected to control input circuit #1 and SW1 DIP switch is set for this operation.

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Section 2: Installation

Ground Stud

Grounding Strap

Earth Terminal on TB1 (AC Terminal Block)

Backbox

Mounting Plate

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Figure 2.1 Grounding Strap

Carefully unpack the system and check for shipping damage. Select a location for the cabinet that is in a clean, dry, vibration-free area where extreme temperatures are not encountered. The area should be readily accessible with sufficient room to easily install and maintain the power supply. Locate the top of the cabinet approximately five feet above the floor with the hinge mounting on the left. Determine the number of conductors required for the devices to be installed and determine the appropriate knockouts. All wiring must be in accordance with the National and/or Local codes for fire alarm systems and power supplies.

2.1 Backbox Mounting

CAUTION: STATIC SENSITIVE COMPONENTS

THE CIRCUIT BOARD CONTAINS STATIC-SENSITIVE COMPONENTS. ALWAYS GROUND YOURSELF WITH A PROPER WRIST STRAP BEFORE HANDLING ANY BOARDS SO THAT STATIC CHARGES ARE REMOVED FROM THE BODY. USE STATIC SUPPRESSIVE PACKAGING TO PROTECT ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLIES.

1. Remove the PC board and transformers from the backbox before installing backbox. Set the board and transformers aside in a safe, clean place. Avoid static discharge which may damage

static sensitive components on the board.

2. Mark and predrill holes for the top two keyhole mounting bolts.

3. Install two upper fasteners in the wall with the screw heads protruding approximately ¼”.

4. Using the upper keyholes, mount the backbox over the two screws.

5. Mark the lower two holes, remove the backbox from the wall and drill the mounting holes.

6. Mount the backbox, install the remaining fasteners and tighten all screws.

7. When the location is dry and free of construction dust, reinstall the PC board and transformers and continue with the installation.

8. IMPORTANT! Make certain to connect the supplied grounding strap between the Earth terminal on TB1 (AC Terminal Block) of the main circuit board and the chassis ground stud as illustrated in Figure 2.1:

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Backbox Mounting Installation

Figure 2.2 Backbox Mounting Dimensions

Bottom

Height=15.00”

(38.10 cm)

10.625”

(26.99 cm)

0.75”

(1.9 cm)

2.875” (7.3 cm)

Backbox = 14.5”

(36.8 cm)

Depth = 3.050”

(7.75 cm)

Top

9.1” (23.1 cm)

2.7”

(6.86cm)

1.125” (2.868 cm)

Mounting Plate Pem Studs

Backbox Mounting Holes

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Ground Stud

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Installation NAC Circuit Wiring

Figure 2.3 NAC Style Y (Class B)

4.7KΩ ELR

Horn Strobe

Alarm Polarity Shown

FCPS-24FS Circuit Board

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Figure 2.4 Style Z (Class A) NACs using ZNAC-4 Option Module

ZNAC-4 Option Module

Horn Strobes

ZNAC-4

Alarm Polarity Shown

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FCPS-24FS Circuit Board

2.2 NAC Circuit Wiring

2.2.1 Style Y (Class B)

The standard configuration for NACs is Style Y (Class B) as shown in Figure 2.3.

2.2.2 ZNAC-4 Class A Option Module

The ZNAC-4 is an optional Class A conversion module which mounts to connector J3 on the upper right side of the FCPS-24FS circuit board. This module allows the FCPS-24FS6 or FCPS-24FS8 to support Style Z (Class A) Notification Appliance Circuits.

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Addressable Module Mounting Installation

standoff

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

Module Installation

1. Remove FCPS-24FS main circuit board from mounting plate by removing four corner screws.

2. Install four male/female standoffs through bottom of board in holes indicated in illustration above.

3. Screw four female/female standoffs to male ends of standoffs installed in Step 2 to secure in place.

4. Place addressable module over standoffs installed in Step 3 and secure with supplied screws.

5. Reinstall main circuit board on mounting plate and wire module as show in illustration above.

Figure 2.5 Mounting Module In FCPS-24FS Cabinet

female/female standoffs

addressable module

mounting screw

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2.3 Addressable Module Mounting

The FCPS-24FS has been designed to allow the mounting of an addressable control, relay or monitor module on the main circuit board inside the power supply cabinet with the module status LED visible through the closed door. This allows power to be fed from the FCPS-24FS Auxiliary Power output directly to the module, if needed, without running the power wires outside the cabinet. As an example, Figure 2.5 illustrates wiring from the Auxiliary power output terminals to a CMF-300 control module’s terminals 3 (-) and 4 (+).

NOTE: The optional module mounting kit (P/N 90286) is required to install an addressable module on the power supply main circuit board. The kit includes four female/female and four male/female standoffs as well as four mounting screws.

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Installation NEC Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements

Figure 2.5 Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Example

AC Power Nonpower-limited

Output Circuits Power-limited Circuits (Class 2)

Relay Contacts Nonpower-limited Circuit

Input Circuits Power-limited Circuit (Class 2)

Specific Application Power & SLC are Power-limited Circuits (Class 2)

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

2.4 NEC Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements

Power-limited (Class 2) and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the cabinet. All power-limited (Class 2) circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” away from any nonpower-limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all power-limited (Class 2) circuit wiring and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through different conduits. One such example of this is shown below. Your specific application may require different conduit knockouts to be used. Any conduit knockouts may be used. For power-limited (Class 2) applications, use of conduit is optional.

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Section 3: Programming Options

Switches 1 through 7 shown in OFF (Open) position

Switch 8 shown in ON (Closed) position

Figure 3.1 Field Programming DIP Switches

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This section describes the programming options available via DIP switch settings. The FCPS can be field programmed using option DIP switch SW1 which is located in the lower center of the circuit board. Refer to the following illustration for switch location and DIP switch placement in the ON and OFF positions.

Important: Change DIP switch settings only when all power (AC & DC) is removed.

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Programming Options DIP Switch Settings

3.1 DIP Switch Settings

The following table lists the FCPS programmable features and the switch settings required to select a particular feature. A detailed description of each feature is presented in the following pages.

SW1 DIP Switch ON OFF

1 This switch works in conjunction with switch 2 to determine the Strobe Synchronization Type

2 1 OFF, 2 OFF = no sync (steady +24V) - default

3 FCPS configured for Slave Synchronization FCPS configured for Master Synchronization - default

4 Delay AC Fail Reporting for 2 Hours - default

5 This switch works in conjunction with switch 6 to determine Input to Output functions

6 5 OFF, 6 OFF = General Alarm - default

7 Disable Charger Enable Charger - default

8 Output Circuit #4 = Door Holder Output Circuit #4 = NAC - default

1 OFF, 2 ON = System Sensor 1 ON, 2 OFF = Gentex 1 ON, 2 ON = Wheelock

No Delay in AC Fail Reporting Aux. Trouble Relay responds to all troubles Internal Trouble contact responds to AC loss

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), NAC Outputs 1 through 4 Sync Input is ignored.

• FCPS configured as Slave (switch 3 ON), NAC Outputs 1 through 4

Sync Input is monitored

• Resettable or nonresettable Auxiliary Power Output is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10. Control Input #2 determines if reset will occur (must go from On to Off for a minimum 6 second reset to occur).

• Output #4 function follows DIP switch 8 setting.

5 OFF, 6 ON = Split Alarm

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), NAC Outputs 1 & 2 are controlled by Control Input #1 and

Outputs 3 & 4

• FCPS configured as Slave

Outputs 3 & 4

• Only nonresettable Auxiliary Power is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10.

• Output #4 function follows DIP switch 8 setting.

5 ON, 6 OFF = Split Temporal

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), Control Input #1 controls NAC Outputs 1 & 2 and Control Input

#2 controls Outputs 3 & 4

• FCPS configured as Slave (switch 3 ON), Control Input #1 controls NAC Outputs 1 & 2 and Control Input #2

controls Outputs 3 & 4

for Outputs 1 & 2

• Only nonresettable Auxiliary Power is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10.

• Output #4 function follows DIP switch 8 setting.

5 ON, 6 ON = Selective Silence

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), NAC Outputs 1 through 4 Sync Input is ignored.

• Control Input #2 determines when Selective Silence for all outputs will occur

• Only nonresettable Auxiliary Power is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10.

• Output #4 function follows DIP switch 8 setting.

are controlled by Control Input #2; Sync Input is ignored.

are controlled by Control Input #2; Sync Input is monitored3.

(switch 3 ON), NAC Outputs 1 & 2 are controlled by Control Input #1 and

which will generate a Temporal code signal without sync; Sync Input is ignored.

which will generate a Temporal code signal without sync; Sync Input is monitored

Aux. Trouble Relay responds only to AC Fail/Brownout Internal Trouble contact does not respond to AC loss

are controlled by Control Input #1;

Table 3.1 DIP Switch Settings

1 Strobe Synchronization only works with non-coded NACs. 2 If Door Closer function is selected (switch 8 ON), Output 4 does not function as an NAC, therefore sync input is

ignored for it. 3If no synchronization is selected by switches 1 & 2, the Sync Input is ignored. 4 When using Split Alarm with power supply configured for Slave Mode, System Sensor cannot be used (use

System Sensor with Master Mode only). 5 Selective Silence allows the silencing of the sounder portion of a horn/strobe combination device without turning

off the strobe.

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Programmable Features Description Programming Options

3.2 Programmable Features Description

3.2.1 Synchronization Type Selection

Synchronization is a feature that controls the activation of notification appliances in such a way that all devices will turn on and off at exactly the same time. This is particularly critical when activating strobes which must be synchronized to avoid random activation and a potential hazard or confusion. The FCPS can be programmed to operate with a variety of manufacturer’s devices. Note that strobe synchronization works only with non-coded NACs.

DIP switches 1 and 2 are used to select the type of synchronization as listed below:

DIP Switch 1 DIP Switch 2 Synchronization Type

OFF OFF no synchronization (steady 24V)

OFF ON System Sensor

ON OFF Gentex

ON ON Wheelock

Table 3.2 Sync Type Settings

Maximum Number of Strobes for Synchronization

The total current draw for each Notification Appliance Circuit cannot exceed 3.0 amps, special application, 300mA regulated. Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation supplied with the strobes to determine the maximum current draw for each strobe and ensure that the circuit maximum is not exceeded.

To ensure proper strobe and circuit operation, there is also a limit to the number of strobes that can be attached to each circuit. Following is a table of the strobes that have been tested with the power supply and the maximum number that can be connected to each NAC when using the lowest candela settings. Make sure that the NAC maximum current is not exceeded:

Strobe Manufacturer FCPS-24FS6 (max. strobes) FCPS-24FS8 (max. strobes)

System Sensor 51 51

Wheelock 30 40

Gentex 39 39

3.2.2 Synchronization Mode - Master/Slave

The FCPS power supply can be configured for Master or Slave Synchronization by setting DIP switch 3 ON for Slave or OFF for Master mode.

In some installations, it is necessary to synchronize the flash timing of all strobes in the system for ADA compliance. Strobes accomplish this by monitoring very short timing pulses on the NAC power which are created by an FACP with synchronization capability. When installed at the end of a NAC wire run, this power supply can track (that is follow) the strobe synchronization timing pulses on the existing NAC wire run. This maintains the overall system flash timing of the additional strobes attached to this power supply.

When this power supply is configured as a sync generator (Master Synchronization mode), the Sync Input terminals are not used. The power supply is the originator of the strobe synchronization pulses on its NAC outputs. In sync generator mode, the sync type (System Sensor, Wheelock, or Gentex) is selectable via DIP switches 1 and 2.

When this power supply is configured as a sync follower (Slave Synchronization mode), the power supply’s NAC outputs track the strobe synchronization pulses present at the supply’s Sync Input terminals. The pulses originate from an upstream FACP or other power supply. Some FACPs pro-

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Programming Options Programmable Features Description

vide synchronization timing pulses from a dedicated sync output connector. Connect the FCPS sync input terminals to the FACP sync output connector instead of the FACP NAC.

Note that the Synchronization Type configured by DIP switches 1 and 2 must be set to the same type as the signal being fed to the Sync Input circuit in the event that Selective Silence is employed.

Important! In Slave Mode, if the Input is active, but no signal is present on the Sync Input circuit, the power supply will turn the NACs on steady until a sync signal appears. The NACs will turn off when the Input becomes inactive.

Also in Slave Mode, if the Input is active and the Sync Input is suddenly lost (FCPS or wiring failure), there will be a three second period when NAC outputs are indeterminate. After this three second period, the power supply will turn the NACs on steady until the Input becomes inactive.

3.2.3 AC Fail Delay/Aux. Trouble Relay Function

The AC Fail Delay feature provides the option to delay generation of a trouble signal upon the loss of AC power. In addition, the operation of the Aux. Trouble Relay is altered.

• DIP switch 4 set to the ON position will delay the generation of an AC Loss/brownout trouble signal for 2 hours. In addition, the Aux. Trouble Relay will immediately respond to all trouble conditions on the power supply.

• DIP switch 4 set to the OFF position will allow the FCPS to generate a trouble signal immediately on the loss of AC power. In addition, the Aux. Trouble Relay will respond only to AC power fail/brownout conditions.

Refer to “Supervision of FCPS-24FS Faults” on page 25, for operation of internal NAC trouble relay in response to AC loss.

3.2.4 Input/Output Function

DIP switches 5 and 6 are used to determine the Input Control circuits that will activate the four output circuits and the function of the output circuits. For example, to configure a General Alarm operation in which Input Control Circuit #1 activates all four output NACs, DIP switches 5 and 6 are both set to the OFF position. In this configuration, the Sync Input circuit is ignored if the power supply is set as a Master but will be monitored if the supply is set as a Slave. In addition, if the Auxiliary Power output is set as a resettable output, the circuit connected to Control Input Circuit #2 will control the auxiliary power reset function.

The following table details the four possible input/output configurations:

DIP Switch 5 DIP Switch 6 Input/Output Function

OFF OFF General Alarm

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), NAC Outputs 1 through 4 Control Input #1; Sync Input is ignored.

• FCPS configured as Slave (switch 3 ON), NAC Outputs 1 through 4

Control Input #1; Sync Input is monitored

OFF ON Split Alarm

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), NAC Outputs 1 & 2 are controlled by Control

Input #1 and Outputs 3 & 4

• FCPS configured as Slave

Input #1 and Outputs 3 & 4

• Only nonresettable Auxiliary Power is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10.

are controlled by Control Input #2; Sync Input is ignored.

(switch 3 ON), NAC Outputs 1 & 2 are controlled by Control

are controlled by Control Input #2; Sync Input is monitored2.

are controlled by

Table 3.3 Input/Output Configurations

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Programmable Features Description Programming Options

ON OFF Split Temporal

ON ON Selective Silence

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), Control Input #1 controls NAC Outputs 1 & 2

and Control Input #2 controls Outputs 3 & 4 without sync; Sync Input is ignored.

• FCPS configured as Slave (switch 3 ON), Control Input #1 controls NAC Outputs 1 & 2 and

Control Input #2 controls Outputs 3 & 4

sync; Sync Input is monitored for Outputs 1 & 2

• Only nonresettable Auxiliary Power is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10.

• FCPS configured as Master (switch 3 OFF), NAC Outputs 1 through 41 are controlled by Control Input #1; Sync Input is ignored.

• Control Input #2 determines when Selective Silence for all outputs will occur.

• Only nonresettable Auxiliary Power is available from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10

which will generate a Temporal code signal

which will generate a Temporal code signal without

Table 3.3 Input/Output Configurations

1 If Door Closer function is selected (switch 8 ON), Output 4 does not function as an NAC, therefore sync input is

ignored for Output 4. 2If no synchronization is selected by switches 1 & 2, the Sync Input is ignored. 3 When using Split Alarm with power supply configured for Slave Mode, System Sensor cannot be used (use

System Sensor with Master Mode only). 4 Selective Silence allows the silencing of the sounder portion of a horn/strobe combination device without turning

off the strobe.

Auxiliary Power Control

The 24 VDC Auxiliary power from TB4 Terminals 9(+) & 10(-) can be resettable or nonresettable power only when the power supply is configured for General Alarm operation. For all other configurations, the auxiliary power output is only nonresettable.

In the General Alarm configuration, the Auxiliary power output can be made resettable by applying a steady signal to Control Input 2 (positive 12 to 24 VDC on TB4 Terminal 7 and common on Terminal 8). Temporarily removing the voltage or reversing the polarity will cause the Auxiliary power output to reset for 6 seconds.

3.2.5 Charger Enable/Disable

The FCPS-FS battery charger can be disabled to accommodate an external battery charger. Setting DIP switch 7 to the default setting of OFF will enable the battery charger. Setting DIP switch 7 to the ON position will disable the charger. It should only be disabled if an external battery charger is being used for the FCPS-FS.

3.2.6 Door Closers

Output Circuit #4 can be configured as an NAC or door closer circuit. Setting DIP switch 8 to the OFF position will configure Output Circuit #4 as an NAC. Setting DIP switch 8 to the ON position will configure only Output Circuit #4 as a door closer circuit which will provide a steady 24 VDC to door holders until an alarm or AC fail condition removes the power following a 10 second delay.

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Notes

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Section 4: Trouble Supervision

4.1 Supervision via FACP Notification Appliance Circuit

4.1.1 Supervision of FACP to FCPS wiring

The FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) supervises the connection between itself and the FCPS-24FS via the control panels NAC End-of-Line Resistor (ELR). The ELR must be installed at the FCPS end of the circuit, after the last notification appliance on the circuit. If no additional devices are connected from the FCPS Control Input terminals, the ELR must be connected across terminals 5 & 6 for Control Input Circuit #1 and across terminals 7 & 8 for Control Input Circuit #2. An open or short anywhere on the control panel’s NAC or power supply NAC will be detected at the FACP as a NAC trouble.

IMPORTANT: If additional notification appliances are connected to the Out terminals 5 & 6 of Control Input Circuit #1 or extended from Control Input Circuit #2 Terminals 7 & 8, the ELR must be installed after the last device on the circuit.

4.1.2 Supervision of FCPS-24FS Faults

The FACP will detect FCPS power supply faults as an open circuit condition on its NAC. An internal trouble contact is located between TB4 Terminal 3 (In+) and TB4 Terminal 5 (Out+). Any of the following conditions will cause the trouble contact to open, provided the FACP Notification Appliance Circuit is not in alarm. The following trouble conditions will cause a general NAC trouble:

• A field wiring fault on the NAC output of the power supply

• An AC fail condition at the power supply (only if SW1 switch 4 is ON and a 2 hour delay has expired. If SW1 switch 4 is OFF, the Internal Trouble contact will not respond to an AC fail condition)

• A battery fail condition at the power supply

• A battery charger fail on the power supply

• A ground fault condition on the power supply (zero impedance between power supply and ground)

Any power supply trouble will break the connection between the FACP and the ELR connected to Control Input #1 provided the FACP’s NAC is not in alarm. The FACP’s ELR must be placed after the last notification appliance connected to FCPS terminals 5 & 6 on TB4 or, if no devices are connected to these terminals, the ELR must be connected directly across terminals 5 & 6.

If trouble monitoring is required when the power supply is in alarm, the Trouble Relay at TB5 can be used for this purpose. An addressable monitor module may be used to monitor these contacts. Refer to “Aux. Trouble Relay/AC Fail Relay” on page 25 in the following section.

NOTE: Control Input #2 (terminals 7 & 8) cannot be used to supervise the power supply for internal troubles, but an ELR is still required for FACP wiring supervision.

4.1.3 Aux. Trouble Relay/AC Fail Relay

The FCPS-24FS power supply has one fail-safe Form-C aux. trouble relay located at TB5. The contacts can be monitored by an FACP input circuit or an addressable monitor module as illustrated below. The Aux. Trouble Relay responds to FCPS-24FS power supply troubles depending on the setting of SW1 switch 4.

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Trouble Supervision AC Loss Reporting Delay

SLC

Monitor Module*

Aux. Trouble Relay

Monitor Module ELR

FCPS-24FS6/8

*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

• With SW1 switch 4 set to the ON position, AC Fail/brownout reporting will be delayed 2 hours and the following trouble conditions will cause the normally energized Aux. Trouble Relay to change states regardless of whether the panel is in alarm or standby:

– An AC fail condition at the power supply

– A battery fail condition at the power supply

– A battery charger fail on the power supply

– A ground fault condition on the power supply (zero impedance between the power supply

and ground

– A field wiring fault on the NAC output of the power supply. (If the panel is in alarm, only a

short circuit on the NAC will be detected as a trouble)

NOTE: The NAC Trouble LED will indicate which NAC circuit is in trouble by blinking once for Circuit 1, twice for Circuit 2, three times for Circuit 3 and four times for Circuit 4. If more than one circuit is in trouble, the LED will blink the highest circuit number in trouble.

• With SW1 switch 4 set to the OFF position, AC Fail/brownout reporting will occur immediately and the Aux. Trouble Relay will change state only for AC Fail/brownout conditions. A monitor module can be used to monitor the relay for AC fail.

4.2 AC Loss Reporting Delay

The reporting of AC loss to a central station is usually delayed in order to prevent multiple transmissions of AC loss and restoral, thus allowing AC power to stabilize. When a host FACP is programmed to delay AC loss reporting, the FCPS-24FS must be configured to delay the reporting of AC fail. This is accomplished by setting SW1 DIP switch 4 to the ON position. This will prevent AC loss from being reported as a trouble condition for two hours.

Changing the AC Loss Reporting setting will also affect the functioning of the Trouble Relay. Refer to “Aux. Trouble Relay/AC Fail Relay” on page 25.

Note that the FCPS-24FS power supply will immediately indicate loss of AC power by turning off the AC Power LED and turning on the Charger Trouble/AC Loss LED, regardless of the setting of SW1 DIP switch 4.

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Section 5: Applications

5.1 Controlling Four NACs With One Input and Selective Silence

NOTE: The Relay Module is required only for this application with the power supply set as Master.

If the power supply is set as Slave, the Relay Module is not required. In Slave mode, selective silence (horn mute) is provided by the FACP through the sync input.

In this application, the power supply has been set as a master with synchronized outputs and selective silence (see SW1 switch settings in following illustration). All four FCPS-24FS output circuits, which are shown as NACs (Notification Appliance Circuits), can be controlled from one input such as an addressable control module as illustrated in Figure 5.1. The control module can be powered from the FCPS-24FS auxiliary 24 VDC power output (TB4, Terminals 9 & 10) and supervised by an EOL relay. An addressable relay module, programmed as an alarm output and a silenceable point, can be used as a selective silence input.

NOTE: Mass Notification (MN) only, Fire only, or MN/Fire combo NACs only are allowed.

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Applications Controlling Four NACs With One Input and Selective Silence

Figure 5.1 Controlling Four Outputs With One Input

Control Module*

Relay Module*

EOL Power

Supervision Relay

EOLR-1

(energized)

SLC

Style Z (Class A)

Style Y (Class B)

Use listed ELR (4.7KΩ) to terminate Style Y (Class B) NAC

Note: All NACs are supervised and power-limited (Class 2)

ZNAC-4

Option Module

Output/NAC 4

Output/NAC 3

Output/NAC 2

Output/NAC 1

FCPS-24FS has been set for Selective Silence and Relay Module has been programmed at FACP as a silenceable point so it can perform selective silence when its Normally Open contact (8 & 10) closes in alarm, then opens when silence is invoked at the FACP.

Note: the Relay Module can be mounted on the power supply inside the cabinet. This allows power wiring to remain inside the cabinet.

SW1 Switch Settings

1 & 2 = sync (any setting but OFF/OFF) 3 = OFF (master) 4 = OFF (no AC Fail reporting delay) 5 = ON 6 = ON 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = OFF (circuit 4 NAC function)

(selective silence)

End-of-Line Resistor supplied with Control Module

Internal Trouble Contact

ELR not required for Style Z (Class A) NAC

FCPS-24FS

Horn/Strobes

Alarm Polarity Shown

Horn/Strobes

Alarm Polarity Shown

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

T11 T10 T9 T8 T7 T6

T1 T2 T3 T4 T5

The control module is shown to demonstrate the use of a remotely mounted device associated with an addressable fire alarm control panel. The module could be replaced with any circuit capable of polarity reversal, such as an FACP NAC.

The following notes apply to Figure 5.1 on page 28.

1. When the FCPS-24FS power supply is in an inactive state (control module not active), a trouble on the power supply will result in an open circuit condition on the control module output circuit (monitored by End-of-Line Resistor across TB4, Terminals 5 & 6). As an alternative, the trouble contacts at TB5 of the power supply can also be used for independent trouble monitoring.

2. The addressable relay module must be programmed as a silenceable point at the FACP to allow selective silence of horn/strobe devices. The Normally Open contact of the relay module is connected between TB4 Terminal 7 (IN2 +) and Terminal 9 (Aux. Power +).

3. Do not loop wires under screw terminals. Break wires to maintain proper supervision.

4. An End-of-Line Resistor must be installed between TB4, Terminals 5 & 6 for control module wiring supervision (the ELR value is dependent on the module employed).

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Controlling Three NACs and One Door Holder With One Input Applications

TB4

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

SYNC SYNC IN+ IN- OUT+ OUT- IN2+ IN2- AUX+ AUX-

5. Supervise the power wiring between the FCPS-24FS auxiliary 24 VDC output on TB4, Terminals 9 & 10 with an EOL relay (P/N: EOLR-1).

6. For a list of compatible devices, refer to the Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document #15384.

7. IMPORTANT! When the power supply is programmed for both Selective Silence and Slave Mode, TB4 Terminal 7 (IN+) must be jumpered to Terminal 9 (AUX+) and Terminal 8 (IN-) must be jumpered to Terminal 10 (AUX-). The FACP will control the Selective Silence feature with this configuration. If the terminals are not jumpered as indicated, the horn portion of the horn/strobes will be silenced

at all times.

5.2 Controlling Three NACs and One Door Holder With One Input

In this application, the power supply has been set as a master with synchronized outputs. All four FCPS-24FS output circuits, three NACs and one door holder, can be controlled from one input such as an addressable control module as illustrated in Figure 5.2. The control module can be powered from the FCPS-24FS auxiliary 24 VDC power output (TB4, Terminals 9 & 10).

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Applications Controlling Three NACs and One Door Holder With One Input

Figure 5.2 Controlling Three NACs and One Door Holder With One Input

Style Z (Class A)

Style Y (Class B)

Door Holder Circuit 4

Output/NAC 3

Output/NAC 2

Output/NAC 1

Use listed ELR (4.7KΩ) to terminate Style Y (Class B) NAC

ELR not required for Style Z (Class A) NAC

Door Holder

Note: All NACs are supervised and power-limited (Class 2)

ZNAC-4

Option Module

SW1 Switch Settings

1 & 2 = sync (any setting but OFF/OFF) 3 = OFF (master) 4 = OFF (no AC Fail reporting delay) 5 = OFF 6 = OFF 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = ON (circuit 4 door holder)

Internal Trouble Contact

(general alarm)

Control Module*

SLC

End-of-Line Resistor supplied with Control Module

FCPS-24FS

Horn/Strobes

Alarm Polarity Shown

Horn/Strobes

Alarm Polarity Shown

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

The following notes apply to Figure 5.2 on page 30.

1. The Output 4 door holder circuit will deactivate 10 seconds after Control Input #1 is activated

2. When the FCPS-24FS power supply is in an inactive state (control module not active), a

3. Do not loop wires under screw terminals. Break wires to maintain proper supervision.

or AC power is lost.

trouble on the power supply will result in an open circuit condition on the control module output circuit (monitored by an End-of-Line Resistor across Terminals 5 & 6). As an alternative, the trouble contacts at TB5 of the power supply can also be used for independent trouble monitoring.

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Split Temporal Mode of Operation Applications

4. An End-of-Line Resistor must be installed between terminals 5 & 6 for control module wiring supervision (the ELR value is dependent on the module employed).

5. For a list of compatible devices, refer to the Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document #15384.

5.3 Split Temporal Mode of Operation

In this application, the power supply has been set as a master with two synchronized and two nonsynchronized outputs as determined by the Split Temporal mode feature. Control Input #1 (TB4, Terminals 3 & 4) is connected to an addressable control module which will cause the synchronized

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Applications Split Temporal Mode of Operation

TB4

JP3

TB5

TB2

JP1

JP2

OUT4

-NAC4+

OUT4

-NAC4+

OUT4

-NAC4+

OUT3

-NAC3+

OUT2

-NAC2+

OUT1

-NAC1+

AUX -

IN2-

IN2+

OUT1-

OUT1+

IN1-

IN1+

SYNC IN -

SYNC IN +

AUX +

NO N C

AUX TBL

COM

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

8 7

TB2

3 2 1

+++

-------

T11

T10

T7 T6

Figure 5.3 Split Temporal Mode Application

Style Z (Class A)

Style Y (Class B)

Temporal Bell Circuit 4

Temporal Bell Circuit 3

Horn/Strobe Circuit 2

Horn/Strobe Circuit 1

Use listed ELR (4.7KΩ) to terminate Style Y (Class B) NAC

ELR not required for Style Z (Class A) NAC

Note: All NACs are supervised and power-limited (Class 2)

ZNAC-4

Option Module

SW1 Switch Settings

1 & 2 = sync (any setting but OFF/OFF) 3 = OFF (master) 4 = OFF (no AC Fail reporting delay) 5 = ON 6 = OFF 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = OFF (circuit 4 NAC)

Internal Trouble Contact

Split Temporal

FACP

Control Module*

End-of-Line Resistor supplied with Control Module

FACP NAC End-of-Line Resistor

Bells

SLC

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

T11 T10 T9 T8 T7 T6

T1 T2 T3 T4 T5

FCPS-24FS

NAC (steady, no sync)

power supply output circuits 1 & 2 to turn on. Control Input #2 (TB4, Terminals 7 & 8) is connected to an FACP Notification Appliance Circuit which is used to activate the power supply’s temporal output circuits 3 & 4.

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The following notes apply to Figure 5.3 on page 32.

1. When the FCPS-24FS power supply is in an inactive state (control module not active), a trouble on the power supply will result in an open circuit condition on the control module output circuit (monitored by an End-of-Line Resistor across Terminals 5 & 6). As an alternative, the trouble contacts at TB5 of the power supply can also be used for independent trouble monitoring.

2. Do not loop wires under screw terminals. Break wires to maintain proper supervision.

3. An End-of-Line Resistor must be installed between terminals 5 & 6 for control module wiring supervision (the ELR value is dependent on the module employed) and across terminals 7 & 8 for FACP NAC wiring supervision (the ELR value is dependent on the NAC).

4. For a list of compatible devices, refer to the Device Compatibility Document.

5.4 Remote Supply With Resettable and Nonresettable Power

The FCPS-24FS can be used as a remote stand-alone power supply to provide power to any devices that require filtered, resettable or nonresettable power. The FCPS-24FS6 can provide up to 4 amps of continuous current and the FCPS-24FS8 can provide up to 6 amps of continuous current. The power supply must be set for Split Alarm mode. Output circuits 1 & 2 are configured as resettable power outputs by connecting the resettable power from an FACP to Control Input 1 Terminals 3(+) & 4(-) on TB4 of the FCPS-24FS. Output circuits 3 & 4 are configured as nonresettable power outputs by connecting jumpers between the auxiliary 24 VDC output on TB4 to the Control Input 2 terminals on TB4 [Terminals 9(+) to 7(+) and 10(-) to 8(-)].

NOTE: All four outputs can be configured as resettable or all four can be configured as nonresettable by setting the power supply for General Alarm and then connecting a resettable power source to Control Input 1 or a nonresettable power source, such as the Aux. Power output of the FCPS-24FS, to Control Input 1.

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Applications Remote Supply With Resettable and Nonresettable Power

Figure 5.4 Remote Power Supply Application

Power Output 1 Resettable

Power Output 2 Resettable

Power Output 3 Nonresettable

Power Output 4 Nonresettable

SLC

Monitor Module*

FACP

24 VDC

Resettable

Power

FCPS-24FS

EOL Power Supervision

Relay

EOLR-1

(energized)

SW1 Switch Settings

1 = OFF 2 = OFF 3 = OFF (master) 4 = ON (Aux Trouble Relay responds to all troubles) 5 = OFF 6 = ON 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = OFF (circuit 4 NAC)

Split Alarm

No Sync

End-of-Line Resistor supplied with Monitor Module

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

T11 T10 T9 T8 T7 T6

T1 T2 T3 T4 T5

For addressable panel applications, an addressable monitor module can be used to monitor the trouble contact of the FCPS-24FS and the resettable power connection from the FACP using an End-ofLine power supervision relay. If the FCPS-24FS enters a trouble condition, the Normally Closed trouble contact will open and if the resettable power from the FACP is lost, the Normally Closed power supervision relay contact will open.

The following notes apply to Figure 5.4 on page 34.

1. An End-of-Line Resistor must be installed between TB5, Terminal 1 (trouble relay common) and the monitor module input circuit for module wiring supervision (the ELR value is dependent on the module employed).

2. An End-of-Line power supervision relay must be connected between TB4, Terminals 5 & 6. The Normally Closed (when energized) power supervision relay contact must be in series with the End-of-Line Resistor referred to in note 1.

3. Do not loop wires under screw terminals. Break wires to maintain proper supervision.

4. For a list of compatible devices, refer to the Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document #15384.

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Master FACP with Slave FCPS-24FS Power Supply Applications

TB4

JP3

TB5

TB2

JP1

JP2

OUT4

-NAC4+

OUT3

-NAC3+

OUT2

-NAC2+

OUT1

-NAC1+

AUX -

IN2-

IN2+

OUT1-

OUT1+

IN1-

IN1+

SYNC IN -

SYNC IN +

AUX +

NO NC

AUX TBL

COM

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

3 2 1

ELR

TB4

JP3

TB5

TB2

JP1

JP2

OUT4

-NAC4+

OUT3

-NAC3+

OUT2

-NAC2+

OUT1

-NAC1+

AUX -

IN2-

IN2+

OUT1-

OUT1+

IN1-

IN1+

SYNC IN -

SYNC IN +

AUX +

NO NC

AUX TBL

COM

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

3 2 1

ELR

Standby Polarity Shown

FCPS-24FS

SW1 Switch Settings

1 & 2 = sync (any setting but OFF/OFF) 3 = ON (slave) 4 = OFF (no AC Fail reporting delay) 5 = OFF 6 = OFF 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = OFF (circuit 4 NAC)

Figure 5.5 Supervised Master/Slave Connections

general alarm

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See Note 3

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SW1 Switch Settings

1 & 2 = sync (any setting but OFF/OFF) 3 = ON (slave) 4 = OFF (no AC Fail reporting delay) 5 = OFF 6 = OFF 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = OFF (circuit 4 NAC)

Figure 5.5a: Supervised Master/Slave Connections (Filtered, Synchronized NAC Source)

Figure 5.5b: Supervised Master/Slave Connections (Remote Sync Source)

Standby Polarity Shown

FACP

NAC1

(programmed

for sync)

Internal Trouble Contact

FACP

Remote Sync

Output

Internal Trouble Contact

5.5 Master FACP with Slave FCPS-24FS Power Supply

In this application, an FCPS-24FS power supply, configured as a Slave unit, is connected to a master FACP programmed for synchronized output. The power supply should be set for synchronization which matches the FACP programming.

The following notes apply to both illustrations in Figure 5.5 on page 35

1. Refer to NFPA 72, Chapter 4-4, Visible Characteristics, Public Mode.

2. Use only devices from the same manufacturer in each system.

3. If the FACP has a dedicated sync output connector, wire the remote sync output connector to the FCPS Sync In terminals TB4 terminals 1 & 2. Refer to the Supervised Master/Slave Connections (Remote Sync Source) in Figure 5.5b.

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Applications Master FCPS-24FS Power Supply Connected to FACP

TB4

JP3

TB5

TB2

JP1

JP2

OUT4

-NAC4+

OUT3

-NAC3+

OUT2

-NAC2+

OUT1

-NAC1+

AUX -

IN2-

IN2+

OUT1-

OUT1+

IN1-

IN1+

SYNC IN -

SYNC IN +

AUX +

NO NC

AUX TBL

COM

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

3 2 1

Standby Polarity Shown

FCPS-24FS

SW1 Switch Settings

1 & 2 = sync (any setting but OFF/OFF) 3 = OFF (master) 4 = OFF (No AC Fail Reporting Delay) 5 = OFF 6 = OFF 7 = OFF (charger enabled) 8 = OFF (circuit 4 NAC)

Figure 5.6 Supervised FACP to Master Connections (nonsynchronized source)

general alarm

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FACP

NAC with no

syncronization

NAC1

Internal Trouble Contact

ELR for

FACP

NAC

5.6 Master FCPS-24FS Power Supply Connected to FACP

In this application, a master FCPS-24FS power supply, set for synchronization, is connected to an FACP with nonsynchronized output.

5.7 Canadian Applications

The following notes apply to this illustration

1. Refer to NFPA 72, Chapter 4-4, Visible Characteristics, Public Mode.

2. Use only devices from the same manufacturer in each system.

Canadian applications, per ULC, require the following:

• The FCPS-24FS power supply must be used as a Notification Appliance Circuit extender only. The TB2 terminals cannot be configured as auxiliary power outputs.

• The host FACP must monitor for all ground fault conditions. The Ground Fault Detection circuit on the FCPS-24FS power supply must be disabled by cutting jumper JP1.

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Canadian Applications Applications

Host FACP

FCPS Power Supply

Battery -

NAC Outputs only

Cut JP1

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*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure, refer to the SLC manual wiring conversion charts for legacy and newer versions of the modules.

• The negative (-) battery terminal of the FCPS-24FS power supply must be connected to the negative (-) battery terminal of the host FACP.

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Section 6: Power Supply Requirements

6.1 Overview

This section contains instructions and tables for calculating power supply currents in alarm and standby conditions. This is a four-step process, consisting of the following:

1. Calculating the total amount of AC branch circuit current required to operate the system

2. Calculating the power supply load current for non-fire and fire alarm conditions and calculating the secondary (battery) load

3. Calculating the size of batteries required to support the system if an AC power loss occurs

4. Selecting the proper batteries for your system

6.2 Calculating the AC Branch Circuit

The power supply requires connection to a separate, dedicated AC branch circuit, which must be labeled FIRE ALARM. This branch circuit must connect to the line side of the main power feed of the protected premises. No other non-fire alarm equipment may be powered from the fire alarm branch circuit. The branch circuit wire must run continuously, without any disconnect devices, from the power source to the power supply. Overcurrent protection for this circuit must comply with Article 760 of the National Electrical Codes as well as local codes. Use 14 AWG (2.00 mm wire with 600 volt insulation for this branch circuit.

Use Table 6.1 to determine the total amount of current, in AC amperes, that must be supplied to the system.

)

Device Type

FCPS-24FS6/8(C)

FCPS-24FS6/8E

[ ] [ ] x [ ] =

Number of

Devices

Sum Column for AC Branch Current Required

Current Draw

(AC amps)

3.2 or

1.6

Table 6.1 120/240 VAC Branch Circuit Requirements

Total Current

per Device

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Calculating the System Current Draw Power Supply Requirements

6.3 Calculating the System Current Draw

6.3.1 Overview

The power supply must be able to power all internal and external devices continuously during the non-fire alarm condition. To calculate the non-fire alarm load on the power supply when primary power is applied, use Calculation Column 1 in Table 6.3 on page 40. The power supply must support a larger load current during a fire alarm condition. To calculate the fire alarm load on the power supply, use Calculation Column 2 in Table 6.3 on page 40. The secondary power source (batteries) must be able to power the system during a primary power loss. To calculate the non-fire alarm load on the secondary power source, use Calculation Column 3 in Table 6.3 on page 40.

When calculating current draw and the battery size, note the following:

• Primary refers to the main power source for the power supply.

• Secondary refers to the power supply’s backup batteries.

• All currents are given in amperes (A). Table 6.2 shows how to convert milliamperes and microamperes to full amperes.

To convert... Multiply Example

Milliamperes (mA) to amperes (A)

Microamperes (μA) to amperes (A)

mA x 0.001 3 mA x 0.001 = 0.003 A

μA x 0.000001 300 μA x 0.000001 = 0.0003 A

Table 6.2 Converting to Full Amperes

6.3.2 How to Calculate System Current Draw

Use Table 6.3 on page 40 to calculate current draws as follows:

1. Enter the quantity of devices in all three columns.

2. Enter the current draw where required. Refer to the Fire-Lite Device Compatibility Document for compatible devices and their current draws.

3. Calculate the current draws for each in all columns.

4. Sum the total current for each column.

5. Copy the totals from Column 2 and Column 3 to Table 6.3 on page 40.

Following are the types of current that can be entered into Table 6.3 on page 40.

 Calculation Column 1 - The primary supply current load that the power supply must

support during a non-fire alarm condition, with AC power applied

 Calculation Column 2 - The primary supply current load the power supply must support

during a fire alarm condition, with AC power applied

 Calculation Column 3 - The standby current drawn from the batteries in a non-fire alarm

condition during a loss of AC power

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Power Supply Requirements Calculating the System Current Draw

Table 6.3 contains three columns for calculating current draws. For each column, calculate the current and enter the total (in amperes) in the bottom row. When finished, copy the totals from Calculation Column 2 and Calculation Column 3 to Table 6.4 on page 41.

Calculate Column 1

Device Type

Main Circuit Board

Power Supervision Relay

NAC/Output #1

NAC/Output #2 [ ] X [ ] =

NAC/Output #3 [ ] X [ ] =

NAC/Output #4 [ ] X [ ] =

Current Draw from TB4 Terminals 9 & 10

Sum each

column for totals

Primary, Non-Fire Alarm Current

(amps)

Qty X (current draw) = Total Qty X (current draw) = Total Qty X (current draw) = Total

1 X [ 0.091] = 1 X [ 0.145] = 1 X [ 0.065] =

[ ] X [ 0.025] = [ ] X [0.025 ] = [ ] X [ 0.025] =

[ ] = [ ] = [ ] =

Primary Non-Alarm = Primary Alarm = Secondary Alarm =

Calculate Column 2

Primary, Fire Alarm Current

(amps)

[ ] X [ ] =

Table 6.3 System Current Draw Calculations

Calculation Column 3

Secondary, Non-Fire Alarm

Current

(amps)

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Calculating the Battery Size Power Supply Requirements

6.4 Calculating the Battery Size

Use Table 6.4 to calculate the total Standby and Alarm load in ampere hours (AH). This total load determines the battery size (in AH) required to support the power supply under the loss of AC power. Complete Table 6.4 as follows:

1. Enter the totals from Table 6.3 on page 40, Calculation Columns 2 and 3 where shown.

2. Enter the NFPA Standby and Alarm times. Refer to Section 6.4.1, “NFPA Battery Requirements”.

3. Calculate the ampere hours for Standby and Alarm, then sum the Standby and Alarm ampere hours.

4. Multiply the sum by the derating factor of 1.2 to calculate the proper battery size (in AH).

5. Write the ampere hour requirements on the Protected Premises label located inside the cabinet door.

Secondary Standby Load (total from Table 6.3 Calculation Column 3) [ ]

Primary Alarm Load (total from Table 6.3 Calculation Column 2) [ ]

Sum of Standby and Alarm Ampere Hours = AH

for nonULC applications, multiply by the Derating Factor

for ULC applications, multiply by the Derating Factor

Battery Size, Total Ampere Hours Required = AH

Required Standby Time (24 or 60 hours)

X [ ]

Required Alarm Time (for 5 min., enter 0.084, for 10 min., enter 0.168) X [

Table 6.4 Total Secondary Power Requirements at 24 VDC

1 Multiply by only one of the Derating Factors, depending on whether the power

supply is being used for a ULC (Canadian) application or nonULC application.

6.4.1 NFPA Battery Requirements

NFPA 72 Local and Proprietary Fire Alarm Systems require 24 hours of standby power followed by 5 minutes in alarm.

6.4.2 Selecting and Locating Batteries

=AH

X 1.2

X 2.5

Select batteries that meet or exceed the total ampere hours calculated in Table 6.4. The power supply can charge batteries in the 7 AH to 18 AH range. The power supply cabinet is capable of housing batteries up to 7 AH. Batteries larger than 7 AH require the BB-17F or other UL listed external battery cabinet.

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Notes

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Appendix A: Wire Requirements

Connecting external system accessories to the main circuits must be carefully considered to ensure proper operation. It is important to use the correct type of wire, gauge and run length for each circuit. The following table lists NAC wiring requirements for the FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8 Field Charger Power Supply.

Max.

NAC Load

(Amps)

allowable total loop

resistance

(ohms)

0.25 6.00 1554 977 613 386 777 489 307 193

0.5 3.00 777 489 307 193 389 244 153 97

0.75 2.00 518 326 204 129 259 163 102 64

1.0 1.50 389 244 153 97 194 122 77 48

1.25 1.20 311 195 123 77 155 98 61 39

1.5 1.00 259 163 102 64 130 81 51 32

1.75 0.86 222 140 88 55 111 70 44 28

2.0 0.75 194 122 77 48 97 61 38 24

2.25 0.67 173 109 68 43 86 54 34 21

2.5 0.60 155 98 61 39 78 49 31 19

2.75 0.55 141 89 56 35 71 44 28 18

3.0 0.50 130 81 51 32 65 41 26 16

Max. allowable wire pair lenth

AWG 12

solid

CLASS-B

AWG 14

solid

(feet)

AWG 16

solid

AWG 18

solid

Max. allowable wire pair length

AWG 12

solid

CLASS-A

AWG 14

solid

(feet)

AWG 16

solid

Table A.1 NAC Wiring Requirements for Power Supply

NOTE: Calculations are based on Direct-Current Resistance data for uncoated copper wire, per

National Electrical Code (2005 Edition) Table 8, Conductor Properties.

AWG 18

solid

NOTE: These distances reflect the worst case scenario and are based on the correct draw of the

highest candela strobes at the low end of the supported NAC voltage with the entire load at the end of the circuit. Further distances can be achieved by performing a point to point voltage calculation that more accurately reflects the specific devices used and how they are dispersed on the circuit.

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Index

Loss

Loss Reporting Delay

AC fail

delay

Fire-Lite FCPS User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

1.1 General

Section 1: System Overview

1.2 Features

1.3 Start-up Procedure

1.4 Jumpers

1.4.1 Jumper JP1 - Ground Fault Detection

1.4.2 Jumpers JP2 and JP3: Coded/Noncoded Input Selection

1.5 LED Indicators

1.6 Specifications

1.7 General

Section 2: Installation

2.1 Backbox Mounting

2.2 NAC Circuit Wiring

2.2.1 Style Y (Class B)

2.2.2 ZNAC-4 Class A Option Module

2.3 Addressable Module Mounting

2.4 NEC Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements

Section 3: Programming Options

3.1 DIP Switch Settings

3.2 Programmable Features Description

3.2.1 Synchronization Type Selection

Maximum Number of Strobes for Synchronization

3.2.2 Synchronization Mode - Master/Slave

3.2.3 AC Fail Delay/Aux. Trouble Relay Function

3.2.4 Input/Output Function

Auxiliary Power Control

3.2.5 Charger Enable/Disable

3.2.6 Door Closers

Section 4: Trouble Supervision

4.1 Supervision via FACP Notification Appliance Circuit

4.1.1 Supervision of FACP to FCPS wiring

4.1.2 Supervision of FCPS-24FS Faults

4.1.3 Aux. Trouble Relay/AC Fail Relay

4.2 AC Loss Reporting Delay

Section 5: Applications

5.1 Controlling Four NACs With One Input and Selective Silence

5.2 Controlling Three NACs and One Door Holder With One Input

5.3 Split Temporal Mode of Operation

5.4 Remote Supply With Resettable and Nonresettable Power

5.5 Master FACP with Slave FCPS-24FS Power Supply

5.6 Master FCPS-24FS Power Supply Connected to FACP

5.7 Canadian Applications

Section 6: Power Supply Requirements

6.1 Overview

6.2 Calculating the AC Branch Circuit

6.3 Calculating the System Current Draw

6.3.1 Overview

6.3.2 How to Calculate System Current Draw

6.4 Calculating the Battery Size

6.4.1 NFPA Battery Requirements

6.4.2 Selecting and Locating Batteries

Appendix A: Wire Requirements

Index