Hochiki FireNET 4127 Installation And Operation Manual
FireNET 4127
Analog Addressable Fire Alarm System
Installation and Operation Manual
Hochiki America Corporation
7051 Village Drive, Suite 100
Buena Park, CA 90621-2268
714.522.2246 Corporate Headquarters
800.845.6692 Technical Support
http://www.hochiki.com
FireNET 4127 I & O Manual 1 v1.90 UL
Version 1.90 - UL
Created: 08/15/05
Updated: 08/24/2010
PN# 1700-09948
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................... 2
Prefix – Programming Compliance with UL864 9
Section 1 – Introduction
......................................................................................................................................................... 8
th
Edition ........................................................ 7
1.1 Basic Features .................................................................................................... 8
1.2 System Devices and Equipment ......................................................................... 9
1.2A System Devices BOSCH ................................................................................ 11
1.2B System Devices Silent Knight ........................................................................ 12
1.2.1 System Replacement Parts ......................................................................... 13
1.3 Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems .................................................................... 14
1.4 Agency Listings, Approvals, Requirements ...................................................... 17
1.4.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) .............................................. 17
1.4.2 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) .................................................................... 17
1.4.3 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) ............................................... 17
Section 2 – Control Panel Installation
....................................................................................................................................................... 18
2.1 What’s in the Box? ............................................................................................ 18
2.2 Environmental Specifications ............................................................................ 18
2.3 Control Panel Layout ........................................................................................ 19
2.3.1 Front Panel Layout, Standard Build ............................................................. 19
2.3.2 Front Panel Layout, Denver Door Build ....................................................... 20
2.3.3 Control Panel Annunciator, Control Unit and Power Supply Layout ............ 21
2.4 Mounting the Control Panel .............................................................................. 22
2.5 Wiring Specifications ........................................................................................ 22
2.5.1 Suggested Routing of AC Power ................................................................. 23
2.6 Battery Calculations .......................................................................................... 24
2.7 Electrical Ratings .............................................................................................. 27
2.8 Specifications ................................................................................................... 30
Section 3 - Power Supply and Main Control Unit Connections
....................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.1 AC Power Connection ...................................................................................... 31
3.2 Battery Connection ........................................................................................... 31
3.3 Auxiliary Power Connection .............................................................................. 32
3.4 Notification Appliance Circuit Connection ......................................................... 34
3.5 Voltage Routing and Relay Output Connection ................................................ 35
3.5.1 Voltage Routing Outputs .............................................................................. 35
3.5.2 Relay Outputs .............................................................................................. 36
3.6 Digital Input Connection .................................................................................... 37
3.7 Using a Printer .................................................................................................. 38
Section 4 – Expander Board Installation
....................................................................................................................................................... 39
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4.1 Compatible Expander Boards ........................................................................... 39
4.2 General Installation of RS-485 Bus Devices ..................................................... 40
4.2.1 Wiring Distance and Mounting Locations ..................................................... 40
4.2.2 Addressing ................................................................................................... 41
4.2.3 Terminating .................................................................................................. 41
4.2.4 Power Connections ...................................................................................... 42
4.2.5 COMMS Connection .................................................................................... 42
4.3 FN-4127-IO - Input / Output Board ................................................................... 43
4.3.1 Configuring Inputs ........................................................................................ 43
4.3.2 Configuring Outputs ..................................................................................... 44
4.3.3 LED Indicators ............................................................................................. 45
4.4 Reserved for Future Use .................................................................................. 45
4.5 Reserved for Future Use .................................................................................. 45
4.6 FN-4127-SLC – Dual SLC Loop Expander ....................................................... 46
4.6.1 Installation of the FN-4127-SLC ................................................................... 46
4.7 FN-LCD-S Serial Liquid Crystal Display Annunciator ...................................... 47
4.7.1 Installation of the FN-LCD-S ........................................................................ 47
Section 5 – SLC Device Installation
....................................................................................................................................................... 50
5.1 Compatible SLC Devices .................................................................................. 50
5.2 Number of Devices ........................................................................................... 52
5.3 SLC Loop Wiring .............................................................................................. 52
5.3.1 Class B SLC Loop Wiring Distance ............................................................. 53
5.3.2 Class A SLC Loop Wiring Distance ............................................................. 54
5.4 Addressing Devices .......................................................................................... 55
5.4.1 Detector Addressing .................................................................................... 57
5.4.2 4-S Module and AMS Addressing ............................................................... 57
5.4.3 Mini Module Addressing .............................................................................. 58
5.5 Smoke and Heat Detector Wiring ..................................................................... 59
5.6 Analog Duct Detector Wiring ............................................................................ 60
5.6.1 DH98-A Analog Duct Detector ..................................................................... 61
5.6.2 DH98-AR Analog Duct Detector with Relay ................................................. 62
5.7 FRCME-4 Input Module Wiring ......................................................................... 63
5.8 FRCME-S Mini Input Module (w/ Terminal Blocks) ........................................... 64
5.9 FRCME-P Mini Input Module (w/ Pigtails) ......................................................... 65
5.10 FRCME-M Mini Input Module (w/ Terminal Blocks) ........................................ 66
5.11 FRCMA / FRCMA-I Input Module ................................................................... 67
5.12 R2M Dual Relay Module Wiring ...................................................................... 69
5.13 SOM Supervised Output Module .................................................................... 70
5.14 SOM-A / SOM-AI Supervised Class A Output Module .................................... 71
5.15 SOM-R Supervised Output Module (Preaction Sprinkler Systems) ................ 72
5.15 CZM Conventional Zone Module .................................................................... 76
5.16 DIMM Dual Input Monitor Module ................................................................... 77
5.17 SCI Short Circuit Isolator Module .................................................................... 78
5.17.1 Class A Operation ...................................................................................... 79
5.17.2 Class B Operation ...................................................................................... 80
5.18 ASB Analog Sounder Base ............................................................................. 81
5.19 AMS Addressable Manual Pull-Station ........................................................... 82
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Section 6 - Network Connections
....................................................................................................................................................... 83
6.1 Compatible Network Devices ............................................................................ 83
6.1.1 FN-4127-NIC Network Interface Card .......................................................... 84
6.1.2 FN-LCD-N Network Liquid Crystal Display Annunciator .............................. 89
Section 7 - Basic Front Panel Operations and Programming .................................................. 91
(Access Level 1, 2, and Real-Time Operation)
....................................................................................................................................................... 91
7.1 Operating Modes .............................................................................................. 92
7.1.1 Access Level 1 ............................................................................................. 92
7.1.2 Access Level 2 ............................................................................................. 92
7.1.3 Access Level 3 ............................................................................................. 92
7.2 Access Level 1 Operations ............................................................................... 92
7.2.1 Performing a Lamp Test .............................................................................. 92
7.2.2 More Fire Events ......................................................................................... 93
7.2.3 More Events ................................................................................................. 93
7.2.4 Menu Navigation (Up, Down, Left, Right Arrows, Enter / Exit Buttons) ........ 93
7.2.5 Help (?) ........................................................................................................ 93
7.3 Access Level 2 Operations ............................................................................... 94
7.3.1 Entering Access Level 2 .............................................................................. 94
7.3.2 Silencing an Alarm ....................................................................................... 94
7.3.3 Resounding an Alarm .................................................................................. 94
7.3.4 Resetting an Alarm ...................................................................................... 95
7.3.5 Initiating a Fire Drill ...................................................................................... 95
7.3.6 Silence the Panel Sounder .......................................................................... 95
7.4 Advanced Access Level 2 Operations .............................................................. 96
7.4.1 Access Level 2 Main Menu .......................................................................... 96
7.4.2 Disablements ............................................................................................... 96
7.4.3 View Devices ............................................................................................... 98
7.4.4 Test Zones ................................................................................................... 98
7.4.5 Set System Time ......................................................................................... 99
7.5 Panel Operation ................................................................................................ 99
7.5.1 Fire Condition .............................................................................................. 99
7.5.2 Trouble Condition ...................................................................................... 100
7.5.3 Supervisory Condition ................................................................................ 101
7.5.4 Pre-Alarm Condition .................................................................................. 102
Section 8 - Advanced Front Panel Operations and Programming (Access Level 3)
..................................................................................................................................................... 103
8.1 Access Level Overview ................................................................................... 103
8.1.1 Entering Access Level 3 ............................................................................ 103
8.2 Access Level 3 Menu ...................................................................................... 104
8.2.1 Edit Configuration ...................................................................................... 104
8.2.2 Set Times................................................................................................... 112
8.2.3 View Print Event Log ................................................................................. 113
8.2.4 Print Configuration ..................................................................................... 114
8.2.5 System Disablements ................................................................................ 114
8.2.6 Loop Data Test .......................................................................................... 115
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Section 9 - Loop Explorer Software Programming
..................................................................................................................................................... 116
9.1 PC Requirements ........................................................................................... 116
9.2 Installing Loop Explorer .................................................................................. 116
9.3 Launching Loop Explorer ................................................................................ 117
9.4 Connecting Your PC to the FireNET 4127 ...................................................... 117
9.4.1 Using PC Connect ..................................................................................... 117
9.4.2 Setting a COM Port .................................................................................... 122
9.5 Getting Familiar with Loop Explorer ................................................................ 122
9.5.1 User Interface ............................................................................................ 123
9.5.2 Menu and Toolbar Overview ...................................................................... 125
9.5.3 Main Tool Bar Icons ................................................................................... 132
9.5.4 Items Pane Icons ....................................................................................... 134
9.6 Developing a Site............................................................................................ 138
9.6.1 Creating a New Site ................................................................................... 138
9.6.2 Editing an Existing Site .............................................................................. 139
9.6.3 Saving a Site .............................................................................................. 140
9.7 Configuring Panels to a Network .................................................................... 141
9.7.1 Adding a Panel .......................................................................................... 141
9.7.2 Configuring and Editing a Panel ................................................................ 142
9.7.3 Editing a FN-LCD-N Network LCD Annunciator ......................................... 147
9.7.4 Reserved for Future Use ........................................................................... 147
9.7.5 Editing a Local Panel I/O ........................................................................... 148
9.7.6 Removing a Panel ..................................................................................... 148
9.8 Configuring Option Boards/Serial LCD Annunciators on a Panel ................... 149
9.8.1 Adding an Option Board/Serial LCD Annunciator ...................................... 149
9.8.2 Editing an Option Board/Serial LCD Annunciator ...................................... 149
9.8.3 Removing an Option Board/Serial LCD Annunciator ................................. 150
9.9 Configuring Panel I/O and Devices on a Loop ................................................ 151
9.9.1 Adding a Device on a Loop ........................................................................ 151
9.9.2 Editing Panel I/O and Devices on a Loop .................................................. 151
9.9.3 Changing a Device on a Loop .................................................................... 157
9.9.4 Deleting a Device on a Loop ...................................................................... 157
9.10 Loop Explorer Abilities .................................................................................. 158
9.10.1 Reserved for Future Use.......................................................................... 158
9.10.2 Cause & Effect Summary......................................................................... 158
9.10.3 Reserved for Future Use.......................................................................... 158
9.10.4 Zone Manager ......................................................................................... 158
9.10.5 Reserved for Future Use.......................................................................... 158
9.11 Loop Explorer Networking ............................................................................ 159
9.11.1 Getting it working ..................................................................................... 159
9.11.2 Using the Loop Explorer PC configuration ............................................... 159
9.11.3 Fire action ................................................................................................ 160
9.11.4 Auxiliary action ......................................................................................... 160
9.11.5 Pre-alarm action ...................................................................................... 160
9.11.6 Trouble action .......................................................................................... 160
9.11.7 Disablement action .................................................................................. 161
9.11.8 Supervisory Alarm action ......................................................................... 161
9.11.9 Test action ............................................................................................... 161
9.11.10 Status .................................................................................................... 161
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9.12 Loop Explorer Networking - Keeping a record .............................................. 164
9.13 Loop Explorer Networking - Using zones ...................................................... 171
9.14 Loop Explorer Options .................................................................................. 172
9.14.1 COM Port ................................................................................................. 172
9.14.2 Default Project Folder/ Memory Management ......................................... 172
9.14.3 Splash Screen ......................................................................................... 172
9.14.4 Other ........................................................................................................ 173
9.15 Cause and Effect Programming .................................................................... 174
9.15.1 Cause & Effect Types .............................................................................. 174
9.15.2 Cause & Effect Examples ........................................................................ 176
Section 10 - Testing and Troubleshooting
..................................................................................................................................................... 178
10.1 One Man Walk Test - TEST ZONES ............................................................ 178
10.2 View / Print Event Log .................................................................................. 179
10.2.1 View Event Log ........................................................................................ 179
10.2.2 Print Event Log ........................................................................................ 180
10.2.3 Clear Event Log ....................................................................................... 181
10.3 Loop Data Test ............................................................................................. 182
10.4 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 184
Section 11 - Installation Records
..................................................................................................................................................... 186
11.1 SLC Loop Point Record ................................................................................ 186
11.2 RS485 Bus Device Record ........................................................................... 186
11.3 Network Node Device Record ...................................................................... 186
Appendix A - Compatible Devices
..................................................................................................................................................... 199
A.1 Two-Wire Smoke Detectors ........................................................................... 199
A.1.1 Two-Wire Smoke Detectors BOSCH ........................................................... 200
A.2 Reserved for Future Use ................................................................................ 200
A.3 Compatible Notification Appliances ................................................................ 201
A.4 Compatible 24VDC Devices ........................................................................... 206
A.4.1 Compatible 24VDC Devices BOSCH .......................................................... 207
A.5 Using the Bosch D9068 Dialer with FireNET .................................................. 208
A.5.1 Using the Bosch D9068 Contact Dialer with FireNET (Diagram) ............... 208
A.5.2 Programming FireNET for use with the Bosch D9068 Dialer..................... 209
A.5.3 Installation notes when using the Bosch D9068 Dialer with FireNET ........ 212
A.6 Using the FN-CTM City Tie module with FireNET .......................................... 213
A.7 Using the FNV-MP with FireNET .................................................................... 214
A.8 Changing the FN-PS402 Power Supply to 240VAC operation ....................... 215
Appendix B – Panel Door Label Drawing ................................................................................. 216
Appendix C - WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... 217
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Prefix – Programming Compliance with UL864 9th Edition
Notice to Users, Installers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, and other involved parties
This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the
requirements in the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fi re Alarm Systems, UL 864 9th
Edition, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all
as indicated below.
Program Feature or
Option
AC Fail Delay Yes 0 – 24 hours 1 – 3 hours
Alarm Verification Yes 5 – 60 seconds 60 second setting
Disable Buzzer Yes Enable/Disable Enable
Disable Ground Trouble Yes Enable/Disable Enable
Permitted in UL 864?
(Y/N)
Possible settings
Settings permitted in
UL864
Set Buzzer Silence
Access Level
“Waterflow Alarm” and
“General Purpose” Device
Type
Disable SOM-R No Enable/Disable None
Yes 1 or 2 2
No 0 – 120 seconds 0 seconds
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Section 1 – Introduction
The FireNET 4127 is an analog addressable fire alarm system that meets the
requirements of UL 864 9th Edition.
1.1 Basic Features
The basic FireNET 4127 control panel includes two SLC (Signaling Line Circuit)
loops. Each loop is capable of supporting 127 analog addressable points (can be
any combination of sensors and modules) for a total of 254 analog addressable
points on the basic panel. Two additional SLC loops can be added to the panel
increasing the analog addressable point capacity to 508. When analog sounder
bases are used, the upper addresses 128 – 254 are allocated to increase loop
capacity to 254 analog addressable points. This doubles the analog addressable
point capacity of the panel. The combination of analog addressable points
derived from sensors, modules, and sounder bases cannot exceed 800
addresses and sub-addresses maximum.
Up to 4.0 amps of power is available to drive the system, SLC loops, notification
appliances, and auxiliary equipment.
Four Class B notification appliance circuits rated at 2.5 amps each (see Section
2.7 and 2.8 for additional details regarding NAC circuit ratings).
Five programmable Form C relays are built-in to the control panel.
500 network-wide zones for device and circuit grouping.
Analog Smoke Detector Features:
Automatic Drift Compensation
Maintenance Alert
Adjustable Day/Night Sensitivity
Calibration checking meets sensitivity test requirements of NFPA 72.
Auto-Learn utility identifies system devices, which makes initial system start-up
easier.
8 line by 40 character graphic display provides the most intuitive operator
interface in the industry (320 characters total).
Help screens are available from the front panel and annunciator user interface to
assist in programming and operation.
512 additional points can be added to the system using the FN4127-IO 16
channel input/output boards. Each of these points can be programmed
individually to be an input or low current output. These points are for secondary
use only.
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1.2 System Devices and Equipment
The following boards, expanders and devices are available from Hochiki America
Corp. to be used with the FireNET 4127 analog addressable fire alarm system. For
a complete description and installation instructions of each product, please see the
appropriate section of this manual and the literature supplied with the device itself.
Model Description
Control Panels
FN-4127
NOTE: There are several ordering models (i.e. 2 loop, 4 loop, network options,
120/240VAC, colors, etc.). Hochiki America’s order entry department will establish
exact model and configuration at time of order. Different ordering models are also
reflected on the FireNET product datasheets.
FN-4127-NIC Network Interface Card
FN-4127-SLC Dual SLC Loop Expander Card
FN-4127-IO 16 Channel Input Output Board
FN-CTM City-Tie Module
FN-DAC Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter
FN-LCD-N Network LCD Annunciator
FN-LCD-S Serial LCD Annunciator
ALK-V Analog Photoelectric Smoke Sensor
ALK-V2 Analog Photoelectric Smoke Sensor
ALG-V Analog Photoelectric Smoke Sensor
AIE-EA Analog Ionization Smoke Sensor
ATG-EA Analog Heat Sensor
ACA-V Analog Photoelectric and Heat Multi Sensor
YBN-NSA-4 4” Base for Analog Sensors
HSB-NSA-6 6” Base for Analog Sensors
DH98-A Analog Duct Smoke Detector
DH98-AR Analog Duct Smoke Detector w/Relay
MS-RA, MS-RA/R, MSKA/R
FRCME-4 Input Module 4” Box Mount
FRCME-S Mini Input Module w/ Terminal Block
FRCME-P Mini Input Module w/Pigtail Leads
FRCME-M Mini Input Module w/ Terminal Block
FRCMA, FRCMA-I Class A Input Module 4” Box Mount (FRCMA-I has built-in SCI)
SOM, SOM-A, SOM-AI Supervised Output Module
SOM-R Supervised Output Module (Preaction Sprinkler Systems)
R2M Dual Relay Module
R2ML, R2ML-I Dual Relay Module, 2 amp @ 30VDC (R2ML-I has built-in SCI)
Analog/Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel
(2 SLC Loop, expandable to 4 SLC Loop)
Control Panel Expanders
Annunciators
SLC Loop Devices
Remote Test Station for DH98A & DH98AR
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R2MH, R2MH-I Dual Relay M odule, 8 amp @ 30VDC (R2MH-I has built-in SCI)
SCI Short Circuit Isolator Module
DIMM Dual Input Monitor Module
CZM Conventional Zone Module
ASB Analog Sounder Base
AMS/KL/LP Addressable Manual Pull-Station
Accessories
TCH-B100-NS Hand-held Programmer
FN-ACC Battery/Accessory Enclosure (houses up to 33AH size batteries)
FN-ETR Enclosure Trim Ring for Panel Flush Mount
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1.2A System Devices BOSCH
The following boards, expanders and devices are available from BOSCH to be used
with the FireNET 4127 analog addressable fire alarm system. For a complete
description and installation instructions of each product, please see the appropriate
section of this manual and the literature supplied with the device itself.
Model Description
FN-4127 Analog/Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel
D323A Analog Photoelectric Smoke Sensor
NOTE: There are several ordering models (i.e. 2 loop, 4 loop, network
options, 120/240VAC, colors, etc.). Bosch’s order entry department will
establish exact model and configuration at time of order. Different ordering
models are also reflected on the FireNET product datasheets.
(2 SLC Loop, expandable to 4 SLC Loop)
D324A Analog Ionization Smoke Sensor
D322A Analog Heat Sensor
D336A 4” Base for Analog Sensors
D321A 6” Base for Analog Sensors
D331A Analog Duct Smoke Detector
D332A Analog Duct Smoke Detector w/Relay
D326A Input Module 4” Box Mount
D339A Mini Input Module w/ Terminal Block
D327A Supervised Output Module
D335A Dual Relay Module
D333A Short Circuit Isolator Module
D5070 Hand-held Programmer
Control Panels
SLC Loop Devices
Accessories
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1.2B System Devices Silent Knight
The following boards, expanders and devices are available from Silent Knight to be
used with the FireNET 4127 analog addressable fire alarm system. For a complete
description and installation instructions of each product, please see the appropriate
section of this manual and the literature supplied with the device itself.
Model Description
SD505-APS Analog Photoelectric Smoke Sensor
SD505-AIS Analog Ionization Smoke Sensor
SD505-AHS Analog Heat Sensor
SD505-4AB 4” Base for Analog Sensors
SD505-6AB 6” Base for Analog Sensors
SD505-DUCT Analog Duct Smoke Detector
Accessories
SD505-DTS-K Remote Test Switch
SLC Loop Devices
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1.2.1 System Replacement Parts
Control Panel Repair / Replacement Parts
FN-4127-BO FireNET 4127 Control Unit Board Only (K6002)
FN-4127-CPA-BO FireNET 4127 Panel Annunciator Board Only (K6001)
FN-PS4 FireNET 4 Amp Power Supply (UL864 8th Edition Compliant)
FN-PS402* FireNET 4 Amp Power Supply (UL864 9th Edition Compliant)
FN-ENC FireNET Enclosure Complete
FN-ENC-DO FireNET Enclosure Door Only
FN-ENC-BC FireNET Enclosure Back-Can Only
FN-PMP FireNET Panel Mounting Plate
FN-PBS FireNET Panel Bonding Strap
FN-PGB FireNET Panel Grounding Block
FN-EOL FireNET Panel EOLR (package)
FN-STO FireNET Panel Standoffs (for panel covers)
FN-PRC FireNET Panel Ribbon Cables (package)
FN-FUS FireNET Main AC Input Fuse
FN-FUS-BATT FireNET Battery Input Fuse
FN-BLJ FireNET Battery Leads & Jumper
FN-MAN FireNET Installation Manual
FN-PDL FireNET Panel Door Label
FN-LSW Loop Explorer Software CD
FN-X187 Programming Cable (Standard)
FN-S187 Programming Cable (Jacketed)
FN-SKDK Spare Keys for Door Keyswitch
FN-SKCK Spare Keys for Controls Keyswitch
FN-ECK Enable Controls Keyswitch
FN-BLE Battery Leads for Accessory Enclosure (extended length 3.28ft)
FN-LCD-N-ETR Enclosure Trim Ring for Network Annunciator Flush Mount
FN-LCD-N-BB Network Annunciator Back-box
FN-LCD-N-CPA-BO Network Annunciator Annunciator Board Only (K6001 R version)
FN-LCD-N-BO Network Annunciator Control Unit Board Only (K6007)
FN-LCD-S-BO Serial Annunciator Control Unit Board Only (K6017)
FN-LCD-S-BB Serial Annunciator Back-box
FN-EBS Expansion Boards Standoffs (SLC board & I/O board stacking)
FN-ENC-DD Denver Do or Enclosure Front Door, including clear window
FN-CB-DD Denver Door Circuit Board Mounting Plate
FN-ENC-BC-DD Denver Door Enclosure Back-Can Only
FN-KEY-DD
FN-S-DD Access Level 2 Switch for Denver Door Build
*NOTE: 240VAC option available
CAT-30 Enclosure Key and Lock for FireNET and FireNET
Denver Door version
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1.3 Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems
Follow Recommended Installation Guidelines: To achieve early fire detection, fire
detection sensors should be installed in all rooms and areas of a house, apartment,
or building in accordance with the recommendations of the National Fire Protection
Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer’s recommendations, state and
local codes, and the recommendations contained in Guide for the Proper Use of
System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no charge to all installing
dealers. Generally, the standards and recommendations include the following (but
installers should refer to the specific guidelines above before installing):
• Sleeping Rooms:
room.
• Hallways: More than one smoke detector should be installed in a hallway if it
is more than 30 feet long.
• At least Two Smoke Detectors: There should never be less then two smoke
detectors per apartment or residence.
• Smoke Detectors in Alarm, Electrical, or Phone Locations: Smoke detectors
should be located in any room where an alarm control is located or an alarm
control connects to an electrical source or phone line. If detectors are not so
located, a fire within the room could prevent the alarm control from reporting
a fire.
• Notification Systems: All fire alarm systems require notification devices,
including sirens, bells, horns, and/or strobes. In residential applications, each
automatic alarm initiating device when activated should cause the operation
of alarm notification device that should be clearly audible in all bedrooms
over ambient or background noise levels (at least 15dB above noise) with all
intervening doors closed.
• Alarm in Every Bedroom and Level of Residence: A smoke detector with an
integral sounder (smoke alarm) should be located in every bedroom and an
additional notification device should be located on each level of a residence.
• Maintenance: A maintenance agreement should be arranged through the
local manufacturer’s representative and maintenance should be performed
annually by authorized personnel only. To keep a fire alarm system in
excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per the
manufacturer’s recommendations and UL and NFPA standards. At a
minimum the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA 72 (1999) shall be followed.
• Test Weekly:
sensors and transmitters are working properly. The most common cause of
an alarm system not functioning when a fire occurs is inadequate
maintenance.
Alarms Cannot Guarantee Warning or Protection: Fire alarm system cannot
guarantee warning or protection against fire in every potential situation. A study by
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the United States
government) indicated that smoke detectors may not go off or give early warning in
as many as 35% of all fires.
Smoke detectors should be installed in every sleeping
The alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure all
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Limitation on Fire Alarm Effectiveness: A fire alarm system may not provide timely
or adequate warning, or simply may not function, for a variety of reasons. For
example:
• No Detection: Particles of combustion or smoke from a developing fire may
not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors because:
1. Barriers (such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or chimneys)
may inhibit particle or smoke flow.
2. Smoke particles may become cold, stratify, or not reach the ceiling
or upper walls where detectors are located.
3. Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air outlets.
4. Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reaching the
detector.
• No Multi-Floor Detection: In general, smoke detectors on one level of a
structure cannot be expected to sense fires developing on another level.
• Insufficient Smoke: 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 the detector, the detector will not go into
alarm.
• Smoldering vs. Flaming Fires: Smoke detectors, even when working
properly, have sensing limitations. Detectors that have photoelectric 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.
• False Alarms and Pre-Fire Disconnection: Smoke detectors are subject to
false alarms and nuisance alarms and may have been disconnected by
users. For example, a smoke detector located in or near a kitchen may go
into nuisance alarm during normal operation of kitchen appliances. In
addition, dusty or steamy environments may cause a smoke detector to
falsely alarm. If the location of a smoke detector causes an abundance of
false alarms or nuisance alarms, do not disconnect the smoke detector, call a
professional to analyze the situation and recommend a solution.
• Fast Fires and Explosions: Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide
adequate warning of fires caused by arson and children playing with matches
(especially within bedrooms), smoking in bed, violent explosions (caused by
escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
• Heat Detectors:
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and are
designed to alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a
predetermined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Heat detectors are
designed to protect property, not life.
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• Unheeded Warning: Warning devices (including horns, sirens, and bells)
may not alert people or wake up sleepers who are located on the other side
of closed or partially open doors. A warning device that activates on a
different floor or level of a dwelling or structure is less likely to awaken or alert
people. Even persons who are aware may not notice the warning if the alarm
is muffled by noise from a stereo, radio, air conditioner or other appliance, or
by passing traffic. Audible warning devices may not alert the hearing
impaired (strobes or other devices should be provided to warn these people).
Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability, deep sleepers,
people who have recently used alcohol or drugs, or people on medication or
sleeping pills.
• Strobes: Strobes can under certain circumstances, cause
seizures in people with conditions such as epilepsy.
• Drills: 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 exercises to make people
aware of fire alarm signals and instruct on the proper reaction to
alarm signals.
• Hearing Loss: In rare instances, the sounding of a warning
device can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
• Telephone Transmissions Problems: Telephone lines needed to transmit
alarm signals from a premises to a central station may be out of service or
temporarily out of service. For added protection against telephone line failure,
backup radio transmission systems are recommended.
• System Failure With Age or Lack of Maintenance: System components,
though designed to last many years, can fail at any time. As a precautionary
measure, it is recommended that smoke detectors be checked, maintained,
and replaced per manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Electrical Power Problems: System components will not work without
electrical power. If system batteries are not serviced or replaced regularly,
they may not provide battery backup when AC power fails.
• High Air Velocity or Dusty or Dirty Environments: Environments with high air
velocity or that are dusty or dirty require more frequent maintenance.
Importance of Maintenance: In general, fire alarm systems and devices will not
work without power and will not function property unless they are maintained and
tested regularly.
Alarm is Not Substitute for Insurance: While installing a fire alarm system may
make the owner eligible for a lower insurance rate, an alarm system is not a
substitute for insurance. Property owners should continue to act prudently in
protecting the premises and the people in their premises and should properly insure
life and property and buy sufficient amounts of liability insurance to meet their
needs.
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1.4 Agency Listings, Approvals, Requirements
1.4.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
The FireNET 4127 has been verified to comply with FCC Rules Part 15, Class A
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause radio interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including any that may cause
undesired operation.
1.4.2 Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
The FireNET 4127 is UL864 9th Edition listed and is suitable for use as a commercial
protected premises control unit as follows:
-Local signaling unit
-Types of signaling services are automatic, manual, waterflow, & sprinkler
supervisory.
-Style 4, 6, or 7 for Signaling Line Circuits
-Style Y for Notification Appliance Circuits
-Non-coded signaling
-Central Station Service – DACT type (protected premise)
-Remote Station Service – DACT type (protected premise)
-Proprietary Service – DACT type (protected premise)*
-Auxiliary Service – local energy type (protected premise)
*When used with the Bosch D6600 Digital Alarm Communicator Receiver.
1.4.3 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Install and configure the FireNET system in accordance with NFPA 72 and 13.
All field wiring must be installed in accordance with NFPA 70 National Electric Code
(Article 760).
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Section 2 – Control Panel Installation
2.1 What’s in the Box?
The FireNET 4127 control panel includes the following components and hardware:
Control panel cabinet with hinged door.
Power supply module pre-mounted in cabinet
Control panel annunciator & RS232 interface pre-mounted in cabinet
Main control unit pre-mounted in cabinet.
Two keys for the cabinet lock and two keys for the Enable Controls keyswitch.
Note that the Denver Door build does not include keys for the Enable Controls
keyswitch.
(2) 10k ohm EOL resistors PN# 0400-01046, (4 or 8) zero ohm jumpers PN#
0400-01025, (1) 1N4004S diode PN# 0400-01024, and (4) EOLD devices PN#
0400-1023.
Battery jumper for series connection of 2 – 12 volt batteries.
Installation Manual (PN# 1700-09948)
2.2 Environmental Specifications
The FireNET 4127 main control panel should be installed in locations where it will NOT
be exposed to temperatures outside the range of 32
range of 10%-85% non-condensing.
The FireNET 4127 control panel must be installed so that it is not subjected to damage
by water and condensation. AVOID mounting the control panel cabinet directly on
exterior masonry walls, in areas subject to plumbing leaks, in areas subject to splash
from sprinkler test valves, or in high humidity areas.
The FireNET control panel is intended for installation in indoor environments in a dry
location.
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F – 120oF or humidity outside the
2.3 Control Panel Layout
2.3.1 Front Panel Layout, Standard Build
Front Panel Controls
8-Line x 40
character LCD
Front Panel
Indicators
Enable Controls Key-switch
(Access Level 2)
Figure 2-3-1
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2.3.2 Front Panel Layout, Denver Door Build
Figure 2-3-2
Figure 2-3-2a
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2.3.3 Control Panel Annunciator, Control Unit and Power Supply Layout
WARNING!
DO NOT PLUG OR UNPLUG RIBBON CABLES
WHILE BOARD IS POWERED. STATIC
SENSITIVE CIRCUITS. OBSERVE STATIC
HANDLING PROCEDURES AT ALL TIMES
WARNING!
DO NOT PLUG OR UNPLUG RIBBON CABLES
WHILE BOARD IS POWERED. STATIC
SENSITIVE CIRCUITS. OBSERVE STATIC
HANDLING PROCEDURES AT ALL TIMES
+
-
Control Panel Annunciator &
RS 232 Interface
Printer Connection
PC Connection
Front Panel Controls
Figure 2-3-3
Main Control Unit
SLC Loops
Programmable Relays
Notification Appliance
Circuits
Programmable Outputs
Remote Control and Aux
Inputs
Expansion Board
Connections
Network Connections
Aux Power Output
Power Supply Module
AC Power Connection
Battery Connection
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2.4 Mounting the Control Panel
Consult the environmental specifications listed in Section 2.2 to determine a suitable
location to mount the FireNET 4127 main control panel.
The panel should be mounted so that it is accessible to service personnel and located
in a secure area.
Do not mount directly to a concrete wall. Use a suitable standoff material such as
plywood to keep condensation away from the control panel.
2.5 Wiring Specifications
Care should be taken when wiring the system to avoid situations that would contribute
to inducing electrical noise from one wire to another. Induced noise can interfere with
telephone communications or cause erratic system operation. Follow these guidelines
to plan your system wiring prior to installation.
• Route high and low voltage wiring separately. Maintain a minimum 2” separation
between high and low voltage wiring throughout the building.
• Route control panel wiring around the perimeter of the enclosure. A minimum
.25” separation is required between high and low voltage wiring.
• Identify which group each wire or cable is associated with from the list below.
Isolate each groups wiring as much as possible. Avoid running a single multiconductor cable for multiple groups of conductors.
• AC Power - Main Power Supply
• Notification Appliances
• SLC Circuits
• Relay Outputs
• Voltage Outputs
• Remote Control and Auxiliary Inputs
• Network Wiring (Shielded wire required)
• RS485 Bus Wiring (Shielded wire required)
• Keep wiring from different groups separated as much as possible. If you must
share the same conduit with different conductor groups consider using shielded
cable.
• If shielded cable is used terminate the shield to the earth ground terminal block
in the main control panel and leave open at field side of cable. Do not ground at
both ends of cable.
• All terminals on the FireNET control can accept wire gauges from 22AWG and
14AWG.
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2.5.1 Suggested Routing of AC Power
Route the AC input power wiring as outlined below. Follow recommendations outlined
in section 2.5 regarding the separation of high and low voltage wiring.
The preferred entry location for AC input power is via the left side knock-out (see green
dotted line above). DO NOT route AC input power across the main control board
(K6002), the ribbon cable interconnects, or directly across or adjacent to the lowvoltage connections made on terminal strips X1 (top) or X2 (side).
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2.6 Battery Calculations
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2.7 Electrical Ratings
Table 2.7.1 (X1) Top Terminal Strip Electrical Ratings for Main Control Unit
Terminal # and Label Description
1 - OUT
2 + OUT
3 - IN
4 + IN
5 - OUT
6 + OUT
7 - IN
8 + IN
9 - OUT
10 + OUT
11 - IN
12 + IN
13 - OUT
14 + OUT
15 - IN
16 + IN
17 NC
18 C
19 NO
20 NC
21 C
22 NO
23 NC
24 C
25 NO
26 NC
27 C
28 NO
29 NC
30 C
31 NO
32
+
33
-
34
+
35
-
36
+
37
-
38
+
39
-
SLC 1
SLC 2
SLC 3
SLC 4
Fire 1 Fire condition relay contacts #1.
Trouble Trouble condition relay contacts.
Fire 2 Fire condition relay contacts #2.
Supervisory Supervisory relay contact.
Auxiliary Programmable auxiliary relay contacts.
NAC 1
NAC 2
NAC 3
NAC 4
Signaling Line Circuit. Out terminals used for
Class B or A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. In terminals used for
Return Loop for Class A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. Out terminals used for
Class B or A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. In terminals used for
Return Loop for Class A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. Out terminals used for
Class B or A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. In terminals used for
Return Loop for Class A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. Out terminals used for
Class B or A wiring.
Signaling Line Circuit. In terminals used for
Return Loop for Class A wiring.
Notification Appliance Circuit #1. 10K EOLR
Required.
Notification Appliance Circuit #2. 10K EOLR
Required.
Notification Appliance Circuit #3. 10K EOLR
Required.
Notification Appliance Circuit #4. 10K EOLR
Required.
Voltage Current
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
32VDC 400mA
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
30VDC 1 A
24VDC 2.5 A*
24VDC
24VDC
24VDC
24VDC
24VDC
24VDC
24VDC
*Note: See Section 2.8 for additional details regarding NAC circuit ratings
Rating
2.5 A*
2.5 A*
2.5 A*
2.5 A*
2.5 A*
2.5 A*
2.5 A*
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Table 2.7.2 (X2) Side Terminal Strip Electrical Ratings for Main Control Unit
Terminal # and Label Description
1
+
2
3
+
4
5
+
6
7 TBL
8 RES
9 INT
10 CNT
11 SIL
12 0V
13 PR1
14 PR2
15 PR3
16
+
17
18
+
19
20
+
21
22
+
23
Fire Routing
-
Trouble
-
Routing
Programmable
-
Output
Trouble Input Remote control input 0V 30mA
Reset
Input
Intermittent
Input
Continuous
Input
Silence/Ack
Input
DC Ground
Programmable
Input 1
Programmable
Input 2
Programmable
Input 3
COMMS
-
AUX
-
-
-
24V
NETWORK
IN
NETWORK
OUT
Supervised fire signaling
output
Supervised trouble signaling
output
Supervised programmable
output
Remote control input
Remote control input
Remote control input
Remote control input
Signal for activating remote
inputs
Auxiliary input 0V 30mA
Auxiliary input
Auxiliary input
RS485 to I/O boards 12VDC 100mA
RS485 to I/O boards 12VDC 100mA
Auxiliary 24V supply 24VDC 500mA
Auxiliary 24V supply 24VDC 500mA
RS485 to other panels 12VDC 100mA
RS485 to other panels
RS485 to other panels
RS485 to other panels
Voltage Current
24VDC 500mA
24VDC 500mA
24VDC 500mA
24VDC 500mA
24VDC 500mA
24VDC 500mA
0V 30mA
0V 30mA
0V 30mA
0V 30mA
0V 500mA
0V 30mA
0V 30mA
12VDC 100mA
12VDC 100mA
12VDC 100mA
Rating
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Table 2.7.3 Terminal Strip Electrical ratings for the Power Supply Module
Connector Terminal Description
TB6 G Earth Ground N/A N/A
N AC Neutral 120 VAC, 50/60Hz 2.1A
240 VAC, 50/60Hz 1.1A
L AC Line 120 VAC, 50/60Hz 2.1A
240 VAC, 50/60Hz 1.1A
TB4 +24VDC + DC Output +24 VDC 0 - 4 Amps
DC RTN - DC Output DC Common 0 - 4 Amps
TB3 + Battery +24 VDC 5A
- Battery DC Common 5A
Voltage Current
Rating
NOTE: Earth ground fault detection impedance is approximately 15K ohms between
earth ground and the FireNET internal floating DC supply.
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2.8 Specifications
Primary AC: 120VAC @ 2.1 amps 50/60hz (or) 240VAC @ 1.1 amp
50/60hz
Output DC: 24VDC @ 4 amps
Power Supply: 4 amp integrated
Max Charger Current: 1.5 amps
Dimensions: 14.5”W x 24” H x 5”D
Weight: 31 lbs (without batteries)
Color: Red (optional charcoal)
Material: ABS/steel enclosure
Display: 8 line x 40 character LCD (320 characters total)
Network: Dual RS485 ports (64 panels max.)
Zones: 500 network wide software zones per system (Output
zones allocated to zones 1 to 253 only for SOM 2.0 and
earlier)
SLC loops: 2 or 4 (class A or B)
Devices per Loop: 127 sensors & modules, plus 127 analog sounder bases,
254 total
Addresses per Panel (800 addresses + sub-addresses max per panel)
NAC Outputs: (4) 2.5 amp@24VDC (class B)*
Relay Outputs: (5) Form C contact 1amp@30VDC
Voltage Outputs: (3) 500mA@24VDC
Aux. Power: 500mA@24VDC
Aux. Inputs: (8) digital pull downs
PC Port: RS232
Printer Port: RS232
*NOTE: FireNET panels dated 1/24/05 or later with s/n 411-00412
or later have NAC circuits rated at 2.5AMPS each. All
FireNET panels dated earlier than 1/24/05 with s/n prior to
411-00412 have NAC circuits rated at 1.6AMPS each.
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