Fire-Lite SLC User Manual

Intelligent Control Panel

SLC

Wiring Manual

Document 51309	Rev: P1
10/12/2011

P/N 51309:P1

ECN 11-788

Fire Alarm System Limitations

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 panel 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 National Fire Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's recommendations, State and local codes, and the recommendations contained in the Guides for Proper Use of System Smoke Detectors, which are made available at no charge to all installing dealers. These documents can be found at http://www.systemsensor.com/html/applicat.html. 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, 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 ion- izing-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, 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 panel. 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 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.

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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 93% ± 2% RH (noncondensing) at 32°C ± 2°C (90°F ± 3°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 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.

Precau-D1-9-2005

FCC Warning

	WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can	Canadian Requirements
	radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and	This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
	used in accordance with the instruction manual may
		for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
	cause interference to radio communications. It has been
		out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana-
	tested and found to comply with the limits for class A
		dian Department of Communications.
	computing devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
		Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits
	FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable
	protection against such interference when devices are	radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux
	operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this	appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
	equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interfer-	Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
	ence, in which case the user will be required to correct	ministere des Communications du Canada.
	the interference at his or her own expense.

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.

©2011 by Honeywell International Inc. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this document is strictly prohibited.

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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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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction.............................................................................................................	8
1.1: Scope..............................................................................................................................................................	8
1.1.1: Reference Documentation ...................................................................................................................	9
1.2: Overview......................................................................................................................................................	10
1.3: Polling Protocols .........................................................................................................................................	10
1.3.1: Available Protocols............................................................................................................................	10
1.3.2: Protocol Use ......................................................................................................................................	10
1.4: Devices ........................................................................................................................................................	11
1.4.1: Isolator Module..................................................................................................................................	11
1.4.2: Monitor Modules ...............................................................................................................................	11
1.4.3: Control Modules................................................................................................................................	11
1.4.4: Relay Modules...................................................................................................................................	11
1.4.5: Multiple Input/Output Modules.........................................................................................................	11
1.4.6: Intelligent Detectors ..........................................................................................................................	11
1.4.7: Manual Pull Station ...........................................................................................................................	12
1.4.8: 300 Series Addressable Devices........................................................................................................	12
1.5: SLC Capacity...............................................................................................................................................	12
1.6: SLC Performance.........................................................................................................................................	13
1.7: Surge Suppression........................................................................................................................................	13
1.8: LED Operation.............................................................................................................................................	13
Section 2: Wiring Requirements............................................................................................	14
2.1: Wire Sizing ..................................................................................................................................................	14
2.1.1: CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) Mode..................................................................................	14
2.1.2: LiteSpeed Mode.................................................................................................................................	14
2.2: Measuring Resistance & Length..................................................................................................................	15
2.2.1: Two-Wire SLC - Style 4 (Class B)....................................................................................................	15
2.2.2: Four-Wire SLC Style 6 & 7 (Class A) ..............................................................................................	16
2.3: Shield Wire Termination..............................................................................................................................	17
2.4: Control Panel Terminal Blocks....................................................................................................................	18
2.4.1: MS-9200 ............................................................................................................................................	18
2.4.2: MS-9600, MS-9600LS, & MS-9600UDLS.......................................................................................	18
2.4.3: MS-9200UDLS (Software Version 3.0)............................................................................................	19
2.4.4: MS-9200UD & MS-9200UDLS (Versions 1 and 2) .........................................................................	19
2.4.5: MS-9050UD ......................................................................................................................................	20
Section 3: SLC Circuits without Isolators ............................................................................	21
3.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................	21
3.2: NFPA Style 4 SLC .......................................................................................................................................	21
3.3: NFPA Style 6 SLC .......................................................................................................................................	22
Section 4: SLC Circuits with Isolators..................................................................................	23
4.1: Fault Isolator Devices ..................................................................................................................................	23
4.1.1: Isolating an SLC Branch....................................................................................................................	23
4.1.2: Wiring an Isolator Module ................................................................................................................	23
4.2: NFPA Style 4 SLC Using Isolator Modules ................................................................................................	24
4.3: NFPA Style 6 SLC Using Isolator Modules ................................................................................................	25
4.4: NFPA Style 7 SLC Using Isolator Modules ................................................................................................	26
Section 5: Monitor Modules...................................................................................................	27
5.1: Descriptions .................................................................................................................................................	27
5.1.1: Addressable Monitor Modules ..........................................................................................................	27
5.1.2: Zone Interface Modules.....................................................................................................................	29
5.1.3: Dual Monitor Module........................................................................................................................	31
5.1.4: Mini Monitor Module........................................................................................................................	31

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5.2: Installation....................................................................................................................................................	31
5.2.1: Setting an SLC address for a Single Point Module ...........................................................................	32
5.2.2: Setting an SLC address for a Multi-Point Module ............................................................................	33
5.3: MMF-300 Wiring Diagrams ........................................................................................................................	34
5.3.1: Wiring a NFPA Style B IDC with an MMF-300...............................................................................	34
5.3.2: Wiring a NFPA Style D IDC with an MMF-300 ..............................................................................	35
5.3.3: MMF-300 Wiring for Emergency Alarm System Applications ........................................................	36
5.4: MMF-300-10 Wiring Diagrams...................................................................................................................	37
5.4.1: Wiring a NFPA Style B IDC with an MMF-300-10 .........................................................................	37
5.4.2: Wiring a NFPA Style D IDC with an MMF-300-10 .........................................................................	38
5.5: MDF-300 Wiring Diagrams.........................................................................................................................	39
5.5.1: Wiring a NFPA Style B IDC with an MDF-300 ...............................................................................	39
5.6: MMF-302 Wiring Diagrams ........................................................................................................................	40
5.6.1: Wiring a NFPA Style B IDC with an MMF-302...............................................................................	40
5.6.2: Wiring a NFPA Style D IDC with an MMF-302 ..............................................................................	41
5.7: MMF-302-6 Wiring Diagrams.....................................................................................................................	42
5.7.1: Wiring a NFPA Style B IDC with an MMF-302-6 ...........................................................................	42
5.7.2: Wiring a NFPA Style D IDC with an MMF-302-6 ...........................................................................	43
Section 6: Control Modules ...................................................................................................	44
6.1: Description...................................................................................................................................................	44
6.2: CMF-300 Installation...................................................................................................................................	44
6.2.1: Setting an SLC address for a CMF-300 Module ...............................................................................	44
6.2.2: Wiring a Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) with a CMF-300....................................................	44
6.3: Wiring a CMF-300 Module .........................................................................................................................	45
6.3.1: Wiring a Style Y NAC (Two-Wire) with Addressable Control Modules .........................................	45
6.3.2: Wiring a Style Z NAC (Four-Wire) with Addressable Control Modules .........................................	46
6.4: CMF-300-6 Installation ...............................................................................................................................	46
6.4.1: Cabinet Installation............................................................................................................................	46
6.4.2: Setting an SLC address for an CMF-300-6 Module..........................................................................	46
6.4.3: Setting NACs as Style Y or Style Z...................................................................................................	47
6.4.4: Disabling Unused Module Addresses................................................................................................	47
6.4.5: Short Circuit Protection .....................................................................................................................	47
6.4.6: Features Not Supported .....................................................................................................................	48
6.4.7: Circuit Board Information .................................................................................................................	48
6.5: Wiring a CMF-300-6 Module ......................................................................................................................	49
6.5.1: Wiring a Style Y NAC (Two-Wire) .................................................................................................	49
6.5.2: Wiring a Style Z NAC (Four-Wire)...................................................................................................	50
Section 7: Relay Modules ......................................................................................................	51
7.1: Description...................................................................................................................................................	51
7.2: CRF-300 Installation & Wiring ...................................................................................................................	51
7.2.1: Setting an SLC address for a CRF-300 Module ................................................................................	51
7.2.2: Wiring a CRF-300 Module (Form-C Relay) ....................................................................................	51
7.3: CRF-300-6 Circuit Board Information .......................................................................................................	52
7.4: CRF-300-6 Installation & Wiring ................................................................................................................	52
7.4.1: Cabinet Installation............................................................................................................................	52
7.4.2: Setting an SLC address for a CRF-300-6 Module.............................................................................	53
7.4.3: Disabling Unused Module Addresses................................................................................................	53
7.4.4: Wiring a CRF-300-6 Module (Form-C Relay)..................................................................................	53
Section 8: Multiple Input/Output Modules............................................................................	54
8.1: Description...................................................................................................................................................	54
8.2: CDRM-300 Installation & Wiring ...............................................................................................................	54
8.2.1: Setting an SLC address for a CDRM-300 Module............................................................................	54
8.2.2: Wiring a CDRM-300 Module (Form-C Relay) ................................................................................	55

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Section 9: Intelligent Detector Bases....................................................................................	56
9.1: Description...................................................................................................................................................	56
9.2: Installation and Wiring ................................................................................................................................	56
9.2.1: Setting the Detector Address .............................................................................................................	56
9.2.2: Wiring a Detector Base......................................................................................................................	57
9.2.3: Wiring an Isolator Base .....................................................................................................................	58
9.2.4: Wiring a Relay Base ..........................................................................................................................	58
9.2.5: Wiring a Sounder Base ......................................................................................................................	59
Section 10: Addressable Manual Pull Station......................................................................	60
10.1: Description.................................................................................................................................................	60
10.2: Installation .................................................................................................................................................	60
10.2.1: Setting an SLC address....................................................................................................................	60
10.2.2: Wiring a Manual Pull Station ..........................................................................................................	60
Appendix A: Power Considerations......................................................................................	61
A.1: Supplying Power to 24 VDC Detectors and NACs ....................................................................................	61
A.1.1: Resistance and Size...........................................................................................................................	61
A.2: Supervising 24 VDC Power........................................................................................................................	62
Appendix B: Surge Suppression...........................................................................................	64
B.1: Introduction.................................................................................................................................................	64
B.2: Installation...................................................................................................................................................	64
B.2.1: Wiring Diagram for MS-9200 ..........................................................................................................	65
B.2.2: Wiring Diagram for MS-9600, MS-9600LS, MS-9600UDLS, MS-9200UD, MS-9200UDLS, and
MS-9050UD ................................................................................................................................................	66
Appendix C: Terminal Conversion Charts for New & Legacy Devices..............................	67
C.1: CRF-300......................................................................................................................................................	67
C.2: CMF-300 and MMF-302 ............................................................................................................................	68
C.3: MMF-300 ....................................................................................................................................................	69
C.4: MDF-300.....................................................................................................................................................	70
Appendix D: Intelligent Detector Base Layouts for Legacy Devices .................................	71
D.1: B350LP or B501 Detector Base..................................................................................................................	71
D.2: B224BI Isolator Base.................................................................................................................................	72
D.3: B224RB Relay Base ...................................................................................................................................	72
D.4: B501BH(-2) and B501BHT(-2) Sounder Bases .........................................................................................	73
Appendix E: Canadian Versions of SLC Devices ................................................................	74
Index........................................................................................................................................	76

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Section 1: Introduction

1.1 Scope

This document describes the operation, installation and wiring of various Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) devices when used with the Fire-Lite MS-9200/MS-9200E, MS-9600/MS-9600E, MS- 9600LS/MS-9600LSC/MS-9600LSE, MS-9600UDLS/MS-9600UDLSE, MS-9200UD/MS- 9200UDE, MS-9200UDLS/MS-9200UDLSE/MS-9200UDLSC, and MS-9050UD/MS- 9050UDC/MS-9050UDE control panels. It also provides basic information that applies to Fire•Lite SLC loops in general, such as the branch resistance measurements.

NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the MS-9200, MS-9200UD, MS-9200UDLS, MS-9600, MS-9600LS, MS-9600UDLS, or MS-9050UD includes the MS-9200E, MS-9200UDE, MS-9200UDLSE, MS-9200UDLSC, MS-9600E, MS-9600LSE, MS-9600LSC, MS-9600UDLSE, MS-9050UDC, or MS-9050UDE respectively unless otherwise specified.

Additional information about the specific control panel and the modules and detectors referenced in this document can be found in the respective installation manual as listed in Table 1.1, “Reference Documentation,” on page 10.

Currently, there are two styles of modules available, legacy version and newer version. The obvious difference between the two styles is the orientation of the rotary dials. Refer to the diagram below for an example of each.

CMF-300	CMF-300
Legacy Version Module	Newer Version Module
(Vertical Rotary Dial)	(Horizontal Rotary Dial)

NOTE: Only the MMF-300, MMF-302, CRF-300, CMF-300, and MDF-300 modules are available as newer type modules. Both the legacy and newer versions share the same part numbers. The newer version modules will be phased in, replacing the legacy version. This manual contains information and wiring diagrams for the newer version of the modules. Refer to “Terminal Conversion Charts for New & Legacy Devices” on page 67 for additional information.

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Currently, there are two styles of detector bases available, legacy version and newer version. The obvious difference between the two styles is the orientation of the screw terminals. Refer to Section 9 and Appendix D for an illustration of each.

NOTE: Only the B501 Detector Base, B210LP Detector Base (replacement base for B350LP), B224RB Relay Base, and B224BI Isolator Base are available as newer type bases. Both the legacy and newer versions share the same part numbers. The newer version bases will be phased in, replacing the legacy version. This manual contains information and wiring diagrams for the newer version of the bases. Refer to “Intelligent Detector Base Layouts for Legacy Devices” on page 71 for additional information.

1.1.1 Reference Documentation

The table below accommodates a list of document sources containing additional information regarding the devices used on a Signaling Line Circuit:

For information on...	Refer to...	Part Number
MS-9200/MS-9200E	Instruction Manual	51003
MS-9600/MS-9600E	Instruction Manual	51335
MS-9200UD/MS-9200UDE	Instruction Manual	51906
MS-9200UDLS/MS-9200UDLSE/MS-9200UDLSC	Instruction Manual	52750
MS-9600LS/MS-9600LS(C/E) & MS-9600UDLS/MS9600UDLSE	Instruction Manual	52646
MS-9050UD/MS-9050UDC/MS-9050UDE	Instruction Manual	52413
Compatible Devices	Device Compatibility Document	15384
BG-12LX Pull Station	Installation Instructions	I56-3655
MMF-300 Monitor Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1191 / I56-3653
MMF-300-10 Monitor Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1873
MMF-301 Mini Monitor Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1193 / I56-3654
MMF-302 Monitor Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1192 / I56-3652
MMF-302-6 Interface Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1900
MDF-300 Dual Monitor Module	Installation Instructions	I56-0013 / I56-3665
CMF-300 Control Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1189 / I56-3650
CMF-300-6 Control Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1874
CRF-300 Relay Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1190 / I56-3651
CRF-300-6 Relay Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1875
CDRM-300 Multiple Input/Output Module	Installation Instructions	I56-3726
I300 Isolator Module	Installation Instructions	I56-1381
AD350 Multicriteria Detector	Installation Instructions	F300-17-00
AD355 Multicriteria Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-3660
SD350 & SD350T Photo Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-0035
SD355 & SD355T Photo Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-3660
CP350 Ionization Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-0036
CP355 Ionization Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-3656
H350 Heat Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-0038
H350R Heat Detector w/ROR	Installation Instructions	I56-0037
H355 Heat Detector (135°)	Installation Instructions	I56-3657
H355R Heat Detector w/ROR	Installation Instructions	I56-3657
H355HT Heat Detector (190°)	Installation Instructions	I56-3657
D350P Duct Detector	Installation Instructions	F300-10-00
D350PL(A) Duct Detector - low flow	Installation Instructions	I56-1975
D350RP Duct Detector w/Relay	Installation Instructions	I56-0047
D350RPL(A) Duct Detector w/Relay - low flow	Installation Instructions	I56-1974
D355PL Duct Detector - low flow	Installation Instructions	I56-3255

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Introduction			Overview
	For information on...	Refer to...	Part Number
	BEAM355(S) Addressable Beam Detector	Installation Instructions	I56-2425
	B210LP Plug-in Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-3739
	B501 Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-0357 / I56-3738
	B501BH Sounder Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-0491
	B501BH-2 Sounder Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-2813
	B501BHT Temporal Sounder Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-1367
	B501BHT-2 Temporal Sounder Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-2819
	B200SR Sounder Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-3387
	B224RB Relay Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-2815 / I56-3737
	B224BI Isolator Detector Base	Installation Instructions	I56-0725 / I56-3736

Table 1.1 Reference Documentation

1.2 Overview

Communication between the control panel and intelligent addressable monitor and control devices takes place through a Signaling Line Circuit (SLC), which can be wired to meet the requirements of NFPA Style 4, Style 6, or Style 7.

At least one secondary surge protector must be used with each SLC wiring pair whenever SLC wiring runs outside the building. For detailed information refer to “Surge Suppression” on page 64.

1.3 Polling Protocols

The MS-9200UDLS, MS-9600LS, and MS-9600UDLS support LiteSpeed protocol or Classic Loop Interface Protocol (CLIP). The MS-9200/E, MS-9600/E, MS-9200UD/E, and MS-9050UD support Classic Loop Interface Protocol (CLIP) only.

1.3.1 Available Protocols

LiteSpeed is a communication protocol that greatly enhances the speed of communication between analog intelligent devices. Only the MS-9200UDLS, MS-9600LS, and MS-9600UDLS are capable of operating in LiteSpeed mode. This is the default mode of operation for these FACPs.

CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) polls devices in sequential order. All Fire-LiteFireWarden addressable fire alarm control panels can operate in CLIP mode. This is the default mode of operation for all other FACPs.

1.3.2 Protocol Use

Use one of the following options with LiteSpeed/CLIP mode:

1.Program all modules and detectors on an FACP as LiteSpeed.

2.Program all modules and detectors on an FACP as CLIP.

NOTE: FACPs with more than one SLC loop must be programmed for only LiteSpeed or CLIP mode of operation. Communication protocols cannot be split between SLC loops.

When switching between polling protocols, the loop circuit must be powered down for at least 30 seconds to reset the devices.

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Devices	Introduction

1.4Devices

1.4.1Isolator Module

The I300 Isolator Module permits a zone of detectors and modules to be fault isolated from the remainder of the SLC loop, allowing critical components to function in the event of a circuit fault. Isolator modules are required to meet the requirements of an NFPA Style 7 circuit.

1.4.2 Monitor Modules

Addressable modules that allow the control panel to monitor entire circuits of conventional alarm initiating devices, such as manual pull stations, smoke detectors, heat detectors, waterflow and supervisory devices.

MMF-300 - Monitors a Style B (Class B) or Style D (Class A) circuit of dry-contact input devises.

MMF-300-10 - Monitors ten (10) Style B (Class B) or five (5) Style D (Class A) normally open contact device circuits.

MMF-301 - Same as the MMF-300 except offered in a smaller package for mounting with Style B wired devices. This module does not have an LED.

MMF-302 - Monitors a single IDC of two-wire smoke detectors.

MMF-302-6 - An addressable module that provides an interface between the control panel and six

(6) Style B (Class B) or three (3) Style D (Class A) IDCs of two-wire smoke detectors. MDF-300 - Similar to MMF-300, but provides for two independent Style B IDCs.

1.4.3 Control Modules

Through the CMF-300 addressable control module, the control panel can selectively activate a Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC).

CMF-300-6 - Similar in operation to the CMF-300, except it can activate six (6) Style Y (Class B) or three (3) Style Z (Class A) NACs.

1.4.4 Relay Modules

The CRF-300 addressable relay module provides the control panel with a dry-contact output for activating a variety of auxiliary devices.

CRF-300-6 - Similar in operation to the CRF-300, except it provides six (6) Form-C relays.

1.4.5 Multiple Input/Output Modules

The CDRM-300 addressable multiple input/output module monitors two (2) Style B input devices and provides two (2) independent Form-C relay contacts.

1.4.6 Intelligent Detectors

AD350 - A multicriteria smoke sensor that combines a photoelectric sensing chamber and 135°F (57.2°C) fixed temperature heat detection. The sensor uses addressable communication to transmit smoke density and other information to the control panel. It adjusts its detection parameters and alarm threshold depending on the ambient conditions it samples in its environment.

AD355 - A multicriteria smoke sensor that combines a photoelectric sensing chamber and 135°F (57.2°C) fixed temperature heat detection. The sensor uses addressable communication to transmit smoke density and other information to the control panel. It adjusts its detection parameters and alarm threshold depending on the ambient conditions it samples in its environment.

CP350 - An addressable ionization smoke detector which measures the level of combustion products in its chamber using the ‘ionization principle’.

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CP355 - An addressable ionization smoke detector which measures the level of combustion products in its chamber using the ‘ionization principle’.

D350P - An addressable photoelectric duct detector. The D350RP includes an alarm relay. Air velocity rating is 500 to 4,000 feet per minute.

D350PL -An addressable low flow photoelectric duct detector (D350PLA for Canada). The D350RPL includes an alarm relay (D350RPLA for Canada). Low Flow refers to the air velocity rating of 100 to 4,000 feet per minute (0.5 to 20.32 m/sec).

D355PL - An addressable non-relay photoelectric low flow smoke detector. Low Flow refers to the air velocity rating of 100 to 4,000 feet per minute (0.5 to 20.32 m/sec).

H3501 - An addressable detector using a thermistor sensing circuit for fast response. H350R incorporates a thermal rate of rise of 15°F (9.4°C)/minute.

H3551 - An addressable 135° fixed temperature heat detector using a thermistor sensing circuit for fast response. H355R incorporates a thermal rate of rise of 15° F (9.4° C)/minute.

H355HT1 - An addressable 190° fixed temperature heat detector using a thermistor sensing circuit for fast response.

SD350 - An addressable photoelectric smoke detector which provides smoke sensing utilizing optical sense technology. The SD350T includes a 135° F fixed thermal sensor.

SD355 - An addressable photoelectric smoke detector which provides smoke sensing utilizing optical sense technology. The SD355T includes a 135° F fixed thermal sensor. The SD355R is a low profile, intelligent, photoelectric sensor that is remote test capable.

BEAM355 - An addressable long range projected beam smoke detector designed to provide open area protection. The BEAM355S has an integral sensitivity test feature that consists of a test filter attached to a servomotor inside the detector optics.

DNR(W) - Innovair Flex, intelligent, non-relay, low flow, photoelectric duct detector housing. This requires the SD355R photoelectric smoke detector. Accomodates the installation of the CRF300 relay module. The DNRW is a watertight housing.

1.4.7 Manual Pull Station

The BG-12LX is a dual-action pull station that, when activated, provides an addressable identification and its location to the control panel. An addressable monitor module is mounted inside the pull station to facilitate servicing and replacement.

1.4.8 300 Series Addressable Devices

Fire•Lite’s 300 Series of addressable devices are fully compatible with the MS-9200, MS-9200UD, MS-9200UDLS, MS-9600, MS-9600LS(C/E), MS-9600UDLS/E, and MS-9050UD FACPs. The devices must be configured for CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) Mode operation. The address of 300 series devices cannot be set above 99. Compatible devices include:

•	SD300 Photo	•	M300	Monitor Module
•	SD300T Photo w/Thermal	•	M301	Mini Monitor Module
•	CP300 Ionization	•	M302	2-wire Monitor Module
•	BG-10LX Pull Station	•	C304 Control/Relay Module

1.5 SLC Capacity

The protocol selected for an SLC loop determines the maximum number of devices that can be handled by the loop. See Section 1.3, “Polling Protocols”, on page 10. Within those limits, the individual control panel may have additional restrictions. See the specific installation manual for this information.

1. Addressable Heat Detectors are not compatible with the MS-9200(E).

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SLC Performance	Introduction

1.6 SLC Performance

SLC performance depends on the type of circuit (Style 4, Style 6, or Style 7) and the components on the circuit.

NOTE: SLC operation meeting Style 7 requirements isolates each device on the SLC from faults that may occur within other areas of the SLC.

Wiring style requirements are determined by national and local codes. Consult with the Authority Having Jurisdiction before wiring the SLC. The table below (derived from NFPA 72-1999) lists the trouble conditions that result when a fault exists on an SLC.

Type of Fault	Style 4	Style 6	Style 7
Single Open	Trouble	Alarm, Trouble	Alarm, Trouble
Single Ground	Alarm, Trouble (ground)	Alarm, Trouble (ground)	Alarm, Trouble (ground)
Short	Trouble	Trouble	Alarm, Trouble
Short and open	Trouble	Trouble	Trouble
Short and ground	Trouble	Trouble	Alarm, Trouble
Open and ground	Trouble	Alarm, Trouble	Alarm, Trouble
Communications loss	Trouble	Trouble	Trouble

• Trouble - The control panel will indicate a trouble condition for this type of fault.

• Alarm - The control panel must be able to process an alarm input signal in the presence of this type of fault.

Table 1.2 SLC Performance

1.7 Surge Suppression

One primary surge protector must be used with each SLC wiring pair whenever SLC wiring runs outside the building. For detailed information refer to “Surge Suppression” on page 64.

1.8 LED Operation

The table below lists the LED operation on the various devices on an SLC.

Device	Standby	Activated
Monitor Module	Blinks RED	Steady RED
Control Module	Blinks GREEN	Steady GREEN
Detector	Blinks RED	Steady RED

Table 1.3 LED Operation

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Section 2: Wiring Requirements

2.1 Wire Sizing

The SLC requires use of a specific wire type, depending on the mode of operation, to ensure proper circuit functioning. Wire size should be no smaller than 18 AWG (0.75 mm2) and no larger than 12 AWG (3.25 mm2) wire. The wire size depends on the length of the SLC circuit. It is recommended that all SLC wiring be twisted-pair to minimize the effects of electrical interference.

2.1.1 CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) Mode

All addressable FACPs can operate in CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) mode. It is recommended that all SLC wiring be twisted-pair and shielded when operating in CLIP mode to reduce the effects of electrical interference. Use the table below to determine the specific wiring requirements for the SLC.

Wire Requirements	Distance in Feet (meters)	Wire Size		Wire Type
	10,000 feet (3,048 m)	12	AWG (3.1 mm2)	Belden 9583, Genesis 4410,
				Signal 98230, WPW D999
	8,000 feet (2,438 m)	14	AWG (2.0 mm2)	Belden 9581, Genesis 4408,
				Signal 98430, WPW D995
Twisted-pair, shielded	4,875 feet (1,486 m)	16	AWG (1.3 mm2)	Belden 9575, Genesis 4406, &
				4606, Signal 98630, WPW
				D991
	3,225 feet (983 m)	18	AWG (0.75 mm2)	Belden 9574, Genesis 4402 &
				4602, Signal 98300, WPW
				D975
	MS-9200 = 1,000 feet (305 m)
Untwisted, unshielded	MS-9600, MS-9600LS(C) &
	MS-9600UDLS = 3,000 feet (914 m)
wire, inside conduit or		12 to 18 AWG
not in conduit	MS-9200UD & MS-9200UDLS = 3,000 feet (914
	m)
	MS-9050UD = 3,000 feet (914 m)

Table 2.1 SLC Wiring Requirements in CLIP Mode

2.1.2 LiteSpeed Mode

The MS-9200UDLS, MS-9600LS, and MS-9600UDLS SLC can be programmed to operate in LiteSpeed mode for a quicker device response time. While shielded wire is not required, it is recommended that all SLC wiring be twisted-pair to minimize the effects of electrical interference. Use the following table to determine the specific wiring requirements for the SLC.

Wire Requirements	Distance in Feet (meters)	Wire Size		Wire Type
	10,000 feet (3,048 m)	12	AWG (3.1 mm2)	Belden 5020UL & 6020UL,
				Genesis WG-4315 & WG-4515
	8,000 feet (2,438 m)	14	AWG (2.0 mm2)	Belden 5120UL & 6120UL,
Twisted-pair,				Genesis WG-4313 & WG-4513
unshielded	4,875 feet (1,486 m)	16	AWG (1.3 mm2)	Belden 5220UL & 6220UL,
				Genesis WG-4311 & WG-4511
	3,225 feet (983 m)	18	AWG (0.75 mm2)	Belden 5320UL & 6320UL,
				Genesis WG-4306 & WG-4506

Table 2.2 SLC Wiring Requirements in LiteSpeed Mode

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Measuring Resistance & Length	Wiring Requirements

2.2 Measuring Resistance & Length

2.2.1 Two-Wire SLC - Style 4 (Class B)

Loop Resistance

T-tapping of the SLC wiring is permitted for 2-wire Style 4 configurations. The total DC resistance from the control panel to each branch end cannot exceed 40 ohms. Measure DC resistance as detailed and shown below:

1.With power removed, short the termination point of one branch at a time and measure the DC resistance from the beginning of the SLC to the end of that particular branch.

2.Repeat this procedure for all remaining branches in the SLC.

Short Point

SLC Out

Branch

SLC-meas1.wmf

Figure 2.1 Measuring DC Resistance of a Two-Wire SLC

Total Wire Length

The total wire length of all combined branches of one SLC cannot exceed the limits set forth in each system’s instruction manual. Determine the total length in each SLC by summing the wire lengths of all branches of one SLC.

In the following figure, the total length of the SLC is determined by adding the lengths of Branch A plus Branch B plus Branch C.

Branch A

Branch B

Branch C

SLC Terminal

Block

Figure 2.2 Measuring the Total Wire Length - Two-Wire SLC

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2.2.2 Four-Wire SLC Style 6 & 7 (Class A)

Loop Resistance

The total DC resistance of the SLC pair cannot exceed 40 ohms. Measure DC resistance as detailed and shown below.

1.Disconnect the SLC channel B (Out) and SLC channel A (Return) at the control panel.

2.Short the two leads of SLC channel A (Return).

3.Measure the resistance across the SLC channel B (Out) leads.

SLC Out

Short Point

SLC Return

SLC-meas3.wmf

Figure 2.3 Measuring DC Resistance of a Four-Wire SLC

Total Wire Length

The total wire length in a four-wire SLC cannot exceed the limits set forth in each system’s instruction manual. The figure below identifies the output and return loops from SLC terminal on the control panel:

SLC channel B	SLC channel A
(output loop)	(return loop)

SLC Terminal
	B+ B– A– A+
Block

SLC-meas4.wmf

Figure 2.4 Measuring the Wire Length – Four-Wire SLC

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Shield Wire Termination	Wiring Requirements

2.3 Shield Wire Termination

The drawing below shows the method of proper termination of the shield.

Connect the metal conduit to the cabinet by using the proper connector. Feed the shielded wire through the conduit, into the control box. The shield drain wire must be connected to the “shield” terminal on the SLC terminal block.

NOTE: Use of good wiring practice consistent with local electrical codes is expected.

!CAUTION: DO NOT LET THE SHIELD DRAIN WIRE OR THE SHIELD FOIL TOUCH THE SYSTEM CABINET OR BE CONNECTED TO EARTH GROUND AT ANY POINT.

Shield Drain Wire

Cabinet

Shield Foil

Conduit

MS-9600

MS-9600LS

MS-9600UDLS

MS-9200UD

MS-9200UDLS

MS-9050UD MS-9200

SLC-shieldterm.wmf

Figure 2.5 Shield Termination

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Wiring Requirements	Control Panel Terminal Blocks

2.4 Control Panel Terminal Blocks

The terminal blocks on the control panel circuit board that concern the SLC circuit are described below. For more information on this subject refer to the control panel’s Instruction Manual.

2.4.1 MS-9200

TB4 provides three types of 24 VDC power; Unregulated, Nonresettable and Resettable. TB6 provides connections for the SLC wiring.

198 addresses are available per loop (99 detectors and 99 modules).

Unregulated Power

Nonresettable Power
Resettable Power	Connections for wire shield

SHIELD SLC

TB4

TB6

SLC Out

Figure 2.6 MS-9200 Terminal Blocks

SLC 9200tb.wmf-SLC

SLC

Return

2.4.2 MS-9600, MS-9600LS, & MS-9600UDLS

TB3 provides two types of 24 VDC power; Nonresettable and Resettable. TB8 provides connections for the SLC wiring.

198 addresses are available per loop (99 detectors and 99 modules) while operating in CLIP mode. 318 addresses are available per loop (159 detectors and 159 modules) while operating in LiteSpeed mode.

Resettable Power

Nonresettable	Connections for
Power	wire shield
	SLC SLC SLC SLC SHIELD

TB3		TB8

SLC-9600tb.wmf

SLC Return

SLC Out

Figure 2.7 MS-9600 Series Terminal Blocks

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Control Panel Terminal Blocks	Wiring Requirements

2.4.3 MS-9200UDLS (Software Version 3.0)

TB1 provides two types of 24 VDC power; Nonresettable and Resettable, jumper selectable by JP4 and JP6.

TB10 provides connections for the SLC wiring.

198 addresses are available per loop (99 detectors and 99 modules).

Nonresettable Powerjumper selectable by JP4
		Resettable Power-		Connections for
		jumper selectable by JP6		wire shield

TB1

SLC

TB10

SLC-9200udtb.wmf

SLC Return

SLC Out

Figure 2.8 MS-9200UDLS (Rev 3) Terminal Blocks

2.4.4 MS-9200UD & MS-9200UDLS (Versions 1 and 2)

TB1 provides two types of 24 VDC power; Nonresettable and Resettable. TB10 provides connections for the SLC wiring.

198 addresses are available per loop (99 detectors and 99 modules).

Nonresettable Power
		Resettable	Connections for
		Power	wire shield

SLC

TB1		TB10
			SLC Return
	SLC Out

SLC-9200udtb.wmf

Figure 2.9 MS-9200UD & MS-9200UDLS (Rev 1 & 2) Terminal Blocks

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2.4.5 MS-9050UD

24 VDC power may be supplied by a remote power supply such as the Fire-Lite FCPS-24FS6/8. TB2 provides connections for the SLC wiring.

50 addresses are available (any combination of detectors and modules).

Connections for wire shield

SLC-9050udtb.wmf

SLC Return

SLC Out

Figure 2.10 MS-9050UD Terminal Block

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Section 3: SLC Circuits without Isolators

3.1 Overview

This chapter concerns itself with the two styles of circuits that do not require isolation devices:

•NFPA Style 4

•NFPA Style 6

3.2NFPA Style 4 SLC

NFPA Style 4 requirements can be met by using the diagram below.

•T-tapping of the SLC wiring is allowed for Style 4 configuration.

Two-wire Addressable Detector

Addressable Module

T-tapped Circuits

B+ B–

Control Panel

SLC

Figure 3.1 Basic NFPA Style 4 SLC

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3.3 NFPA Style 6 SLC

NFPA Style 6 requirements can be met by using the diagram below.

•T-tapping of the SLC wiring is NOT allowed for Style 6 configuration.

Two-wire Addressable Detector

SLC Out

Addressable Module

SLC Return

B+ B– A– A+	Control Panel
	SLC

Figure 3.2 Basic NFPA Style 6 SLC

NFPA Style 6 SLC

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Section 4: SLC Circuits with Isolators

4.1 Fault Isolator Devices

There are two isolator devices used to protect critical elements of the SLC from faults on other SLC branches or segments.

•Fault Isolator Module I300

•Isolator Detector Base B224BI

A Fault Isolator Module on both sides of a device, or the combination of Isolator Base and Isolator Module is required to comply with NFPA Style 7 requirements.

	!	CAUTION: MAXIMUM ADRESSABLE DEVICES
		• If relay or sounder bases are not used, a maximum of 25 addressable devices can be
		connected between Isolator Modules and/or Bases. When relay or sounder bases are used,
		the maximum number of addressable devices that can be connected between Isolators is
		reduced to seven. Isolator modules will not function properly when these limits are exceeded.
		• When more than 100 Isolator Modules are connected to an SLC loop, the address capacity
		of the loop is reduced by two (2) addresses for every isolator device in excess of 100.

4.1.1 Isolating an SLC Branch

The module continuously monitors the circuit connected to terminals 3(–) and 4(+). Upon powerup, an integral relay is latched on. The module periodically pulses the coil of this relay. A short circuit on the SLC resets the relay. The module detects the short and disconnects the faulted SLC branch or segment by opening the positive side of the SLC (terminal 4). This isolates the faulty branch from the remainder of the loop preventing a communication problem with all other addressable devices on the remaining branches (labeled “Continuation of the SLC” in the figure below). During a fault condition, the control panel registers a trouble condition for each addressable device which is isolated on the SLC segment or branch. Once the fault is removed, the module automatically reapplies power to the SLC branch or segment.

4.1.2 Wiring an Isolator Module

The figure below shows typical wiring of an Isolator Module:

Continuation

of the SLC

IN (-)

IN (+)

OUT (-)

OUT (+)

SLC

Isolated branch of the SLC

Figure 4.1 Wiring an I300 Module

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4.2 NFPA Style 4 SLC Using Isolator Modules

A variation of a Style 4 operation using isolator modules to protect each branch of the SLC is shown below. Refer to Figure 4.1 for I300 wiring and to Section 4.1 for limitations.

Isolator Module

Isolated Branch

Two-wire Addressable Detector

Isolator Module

Isolated Branch

Addressable Pull Station

Isolator Module

Isolated Branch

B– B+ Control Panel

SLC

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Figure 4.2 NFPA Style 4 SLC Using Isolator Modules

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