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 current edition of the National Fire Protection Association
Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's recommendations, State and
local codes, and the recommendations contained in the Guide for
Proper Use of System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at
no charge to all installing dealers. A study by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (an agency of the United States government)
indicated that smoke detectors may not go off in as many as 35% of
all fires. While fire alarm systems are designed to provide early warning against fire, they do not guarantee warning or protection against
fire. A fire alarm system may not provide timely or adequate warning,
or simply may not function, for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot reach the
detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on roofs, or on the
other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors also may not sense a
fire on another level or floor of a building. A second-floor detector, for
example, may not sense a first-floor or basement fire.
Particles of combustion or “smoke” from a developing fire may not
reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors because:
• Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or chimneys
may inhibit particle or smoke flow.
• Smoke particles may become “cold,” stratify, and not reach the ceiling
or upper walls where detectors are located.
• Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air outlets.
• Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reaching the
detector.
The amount of “smoke” present may be insufficient to alarm smoke
detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at various levels of
smoke density. If such density levels are not created by a developing
fire at the location of detectors, the detectors will not go into alarm.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing chambers tend to
detect smoldering fires better than flaming fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type sensing chambers tend
to detect fast-flaming fires better than smoldering fires. Because fires
develop in different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth,
neither type of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detector may not provide adequate warning of a fire.
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warning of
fires caused by arson, children playing with matches (especially in
bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm only
when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined rate or
reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise heat detectors may be
subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For this reason, the rate-ofrise 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. The control unit and associated equipment may be
damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is energized. Do not attempt to install,
service, or operate this unit until this manual is read and understood.
CAUTION - System Reacceptance 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°C to 49°C
(32°F to 120°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 all peripherals be
installed in an environment with a nominal room temperature of 1527° C/60-80° F.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indicating
device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a 10% I.R.
drop from the specified device voltage.
Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may operate
erratically or can be damaged when subjected to lightning-induced
transients. Although no system is completely immune from lightning
transients and interferences, proper grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an
increased susceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. 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, and printed circuit
board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-tightening
may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal contact pressure
and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
Though designed to last many years, system components can fail
at any time. This system contains static-sensitive components.
Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before handling any
circuits so that static charges are removed from the body. Use staticsuppressive packaging to protect electronic assemblies removed from
the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and programming manuals. These instructions must be followed to avoid damage
to the control panel and associated equipment. FACP operation and
reliability depend upon proper installation by authorized personnel.
FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can radi-
ate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for class A computing device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which is
designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause interference, in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Acclimate Plus™, HARSH™, NOTI•FIRE•NET™, VeriFire™, NION™ and NOTIFER Intergrated Systems™ are trademarks, and ONYX®, ONYXWorks®, FlashScan®,
UniNet®, VIEW® and NOTIFIER® are registered trademarks of Honeywell. Windows® is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.
Canadian Requirements: This digital apparatus does not
exceed the Class A limits for radiation noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur
le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des
Communications du Canada.
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1.4: Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................................................................................9
1.4.1: Notes, Cautions, and Warnings ...........................................................................................................9
1.6: Related Manuals ............................................................................................................................................9
Section 3 Enabling FIRSTVISION to Monitor Your Building...................................................15
3.1: Process Overview ........................................................................................................................................15
Process Steps to Enable F
3.2: Make Connections to F
3.2.1: What To Connect and How To Make the Connections.....................................................................15
Figure 3.1 F
Figure 3.2 F
Figure 3.3 F
IRSTVISION USB Keyboard and Mouse Connections.......................................................15
IRSTVISION Standard Keyboard and Mouse Connections ................................................16
IRSTVISION LAN Connector Location..............................................................................16
Figure 3.4 Example NFN Gateway Embedded System Connections ..................................................17
Figure 3.5 Example NFN Gateway PC System Connections...............................................................18
4.3: Operation When a Fire Alarm is Received ..................................................................................................35
Figure 4.7 F
Figure 4.8 F
Figure 4.9 F
4.4: Operation After a Fire Alarm Has Been Cleared.........................................................................................37
4.5: Accessing the Log File.................................................................................................................................38
Section 5 The Development of FIRSTVISION .......................................................................... 39
5.1: The Current Situation for a Firefighter ........................................................................................................39
5.2: The Technology of F
5.2.1: Making Commissioning Easier..........................................................................................................39
5.3: Expected Firefighter Interaction with the F
5.3.1: Example Emergency Situations.........................................................................................................40
Fire Scene 1 ..........................................................................................................................................40
Figure 5.1 Fire Scene Scenario Floor Plan Information.......................................................................40
Figure 5.2 Fire Scene Scenario Roof Plan Information........................................................................41
Figure 5.3 Fire Scene Scenario HAZMAT Information.......................................................................41
Figure 5.4 Fire Scene Scenario Building Information..........................................................................42
Fire Scene 2 ..........................................................................................................................................43
Figure 5.5 Example Building Site Plan Information ............................................................................43
Figure 5.6 Example HAZMAT Information ........................................................................................44
Figure 5.7 Example Contact Information .............................................................................................45
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The contents of this manual are important and must be kept in close proximity to the hardware. If
building ownership is changed, this manual and all other testing and maintenance information must
also be passed to the current owner of the facility. A copy of this manual was shipped with the
equipment and is also available from the manufacturer.
WARNING: Improper Installation
!
Improper installation, maintenance, or lack of routine testing could result in system malfunction.
CAUTION: Servicing FIRSTVISION
!
This product can only be serviced by authorized personnel. Only authorized personnel can remove
this product’s CPU back-cover or replace parts in this product. Unauthorized servicing personnel
performing product services is strictly prohibited and can void your warranty
1.1 FIRSTVISION Specifications
NOTE: ONYX®FIRSTVISION™ is for Ancillary Use Only.
Table 1.1 FIRSTVISION Cabinet Specifications
Part NumberFIRSTVISION-ENC
General:
Rough Opening Dimensions18" W x 17.75" H x 3.5” D
MaterialAluminum
FinishBlack epoxy powder coat finish, fine texture
MountingPanel
Enclosure:
Door Dimensions20" W x 18.5" H x 0.4" D
Material0.060 Galvaneal
Door FinishBlack epoxy powder coat finish, fine texture – Door only
DoorPlex shield 0.125 scratch resistant acrylic
Conduit punch outs(2) ½" and (2) ¾" on the top and bottom of the enclosure (8) total
Mounting(6) mounting holes for screw mtg. #10/12
LockCFE – NOTIFIER® Standard Lock
Magnetic LatchPower Off/Command Latch release
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Digital I/O(1) DO – Lock control, (3) DO – Brightness control
ACPI CompliantNot required
ProcessorLow Power VIA Fanless CPU
Speed733MHz
Form factorEmbedded
SlotsNONE REQUIRED
VideoIntegral
Serial ports (1) RS-232
USB portsTWO
System RAM512 MB
LANOne 10/100 Base-T interface
Peripherals:
Compact Flash Disk2GB
Connectors(1) DB9 COM1
Operating SystemWindows® XP® Embedded
Other:
(1) DIN - KYBD
(1) RJ-45 10/100BT
(2) USB Ports on the front panel
(2) Speakers (2 Watts)
Motherboard Lithium BatteryBattery is not field replaceable. Contact Technical Services for information.
DC to DC Converter FuseFuse is only replaceable by authorized personnel. Contact Technical Services for
information.
Fuse:10A, 250V, SLO BLO, 5x20mm.
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FIRSTVISION DescriptionsIntroduction
1.2 FIRSTVISION Descriptions
1.2.1 Product Overview
FIRSTVISION uses a graphical user interface (GUI) approach to life safety monitoring for your
building. The GUI's display method enables an authorized event responder (e.g. firefighter) to
view an event in the context of the building's floor layouts. This allows planning of routes and
methods for responding to the event.
Before it can be used by an event responder, F
IRSTVISION must be configured with information
about the building into which it is installed. Those configuration tasks are performed with the
ONYX® F
IRSTVISION™ Configuration Tool (refer to 53035ONYX® FIRSTVISION™
Configuration Tool manual). The Configuration Tool tasks include entering meaningful
information about the layout of all floors in the building (drawing background), the locations of all
sensing devices that communicate with F
IRSTVISION, building features (such as water supplies),
and hazards (such as flammable or reactive chemicals).
F
IRSTVISION should be installed in the authorized event responder’s preferred building entry
location.
Refer to “The Development of F
IRSTVISION” on page 39 for more information about this product.
Events that FIRSTVISION Processes and Annunciates
FIRSTVISION only supports SLC loop modules and devices. Only device or module events that use
formats of LxxDyyy and LxxMyyy (respectively) that are reported by the types of devices listed
below; are processed and annunciated by F
•Fire Alarms
•Supervisory
•Medical
•Security
NOTE: FIRSTVISION can simultaneously process up to 3000 events (alrms/supervisory/water/..).
IRSTVISION:
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IntroductionFIRSTVISION Descriptions
Compatibility
NOTE: FIRSTVISION1.5 (and above) must be used with gateway versions 3.x and above.
FIRSTVISION is compatible with the node types listed in the following table.
Table 1.3 FIRSTVISION Node Compatibility Table
NOTI•FIRE•NET™ Node Type
AFP-200NAM
AFP-300/400NAM
AFP-1010SIB-NET
AM2020SIB-NET
NFS-320NCM-W/F
NFS-640NCM-W/F
NFS2-640NCM-W/F
NFS-3030NCM-W/F
NFS2-3030NCM-W/F
Network Board Used
Relative information about existing nodes (its device ID and custom label) can be imported into the
Configuration Tool. Refer to the ONYX®F
IRSTVISION™ Configuration Tool Programming
Manual (P/N: 53035) for more information.
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FIRSTVISION DescriptionsIntroduction
1.2.2 Networking
The following figure illustrates a possible NOTI•FIRE•NET™ network that includes FIRSTVISION.
Refer to “Make Connections to F
IRSTVISION” on page 15 for more information.
FIRSTVISION
NFN Gateway PC
Figure 1.1 Example F
Ethernet (TCP/IP)
Network
OR
NFN Network
FACPFACP
FACP
IRSTVISION Network
NFN Gateway
NOTE: If you are connecting FIRSTVISION to an NFN Gateway PC and plan on running the
ONYXWorks Workstation software application also, the Workstation must be set to Supervising
Station Mode (refer to the Workstation manual).
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IntroductionAgency Approvals
1.2.3 Ordering Information
Please verify part numbers with your sales representative before and when you are ordering.
Part NumberDescription
FIRSTVISION-ENCEnclosure
FIRSTVISION-LCDLiquid Crystal Display (LCD)
1.3 Agency Approvals
FIRSTVISION has been designed to comply with standards set forth by the following regulatory
agencies. Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents:
NFPA Standards
• National Fire Protection Association Standards 72.
• National Electric Code (NFPA 70).
Underwriters Laboratories U.S. Documents
• UL-864 Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems.
Underwriters Laboratories Canada Documents
• CAN/ULC-S524-91 Standard for Installation of Fire Alarm Systems.
• CAN/ULC-S527-99 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems.
Other
• Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (LAHJ).
WARNING:
!
Improper installation, maintenance, and lack of routine testing could result in system malfunction.
WARNING: Wiring
!
It is recommended that the installer conform to local code requirements when installing all wiring. All
power connections must be non-resettable.
1.3.1 Environmental Conditions
FIRSTVISION must be installed in the following environmental conditions:
•Temperature range of 0ºC - 50ºC (32ºF - 120ºF).
•10-95% humidity non-condensing at 30ºC (86ºF).
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Conventions Used in this ManualIntroduction
1.4 Conventions Used in this Manual
1.4.1 Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
This manual contains notes, cautions, and warnings to alert the reader as follows:
NOTE: Supplemental information for a topic, such as tips and references.
CAUTION: Summary in bold
!
Information about procedures that could cause programming errors, runtime errors, or equipment
damage.
WARNING: Summary in bold
!
Indicates information about procedures that could cause irreversible equipment damage, irreversible
loss of programming data or personal injury.
1.4.2 Procedures
Figure 1.2 Example for Procedure Explanation
Example Text: Main Menu select Graphics >Add Floor.
The graphic above is represented in the Example Text. All selections, fields, buttons, and
screen titles are spelled (upper/lower case) exactly as they appear on the display.
1.4.3 Referencing Other Manuals
Example: Refer to the ONYX®FIRSTVISION™ Configuration Tool Programming Manual.
Italic text is used to reference a manual by its specific name.
1.5 Software Download Notice
In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our
distributors and their customers, NOTIFIER makes frequent upgrades to the embedded software in
our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest features, NOTIFIER
strongly recommends that you visit the Magni-Fire website on a regular basis and download the
most current version of software for each product prior to commissioning any system. Contact
NOTIFIER Technical Support with any questions about NOTIFIER software and the appropriate
version for a specific application.
1.6 Related Manuals
Here are some related hardware and applications documents:
•ONYX®F
IRSTVISION™ Configuration Tool Manual - 53035
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Section 2 FIRSTVISION Installation Instructions
NOTE: You can use this information to install the FIRSTVISION enclosure (“Enclosure Installation”
on page 12) and to make power supply connections to the enclosure’s control board, or you can
refer to the ONYX®FIRSTVISION™ Enclosure Installation Instructions (P/N 53105).
2.1 Power Sources and Outputs Overview
•Complete all mounting procedures and check all wiring before applying power.
•Electrical connections include the following:
• Primary Power Source: +24VDC, delivered through a power supply listed for fire protection
services.
• Secondary Power Source: +24VDC, delivered from batteries.
Table 2.1 Power Supply Required Ranges
TYPICAL
Input Voltage24V
Input Current @24V3A
WARNING: Power Sources
!
Remove all power sources to equipment while connecting electrical components. Leave the
external, main power breaker OFF until installation of the LCD is complete.
NOTE: FIRSTVISION LCD requires +24VDC @3A nominal and supervised battery backup in
accordance with local code requirements. It can be powered by any regulated, power limited
source that is approved for use with fire protective signaling units by a regulatory agency.
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Refer to “LCD Installation” on page 14 if the enclosure is already installed.
NOTE: You can use this information to install the FIRSTVISION enclosure and to make power
supply connections to the enclosure’s control board or you can refer to the ONYX®FIRSTVISION™
Enclosure Installation Instructions (P/N 53105).
Use the following information as a guideline to accomplish the installation of the F
enclosure and prepare the power supply components/connections for the F
IRSTVISION LCD.
IRSTVISION
Perform all installations in accordance with building construction, local code requirements, and/or
as described in the manufacturer’s documentation.
Step 1. Mount the F
Step 1a.Prepare a rough opening in the wall at the location F
IRSTVISION enclosure on an inside wall of the building.
IRSTVISION will be mounted
according to the enclosure’s dimensions specified in Figure 2.1 on page 13).
NOTE: The dimensions shown are the exact measurement of the enclosure. Make the
enclosure hole slightly larger (approximately 1/8”) than the enclosure’s dimensions for an easier
fit.
Step 1b.Remove the enclosure’s knockout(s) that will be used to route your LAN cable and
power supply’s cable through.
Step 1c.Place the enclosure inside of the rough opening (with the LCD hinges on the left).
Step 1d.Attach the enclosure to the wall at the six locations provided using field supplied
fasteners.
NOTE: Make sure the enclosure is level before fastening it to the wall.
Mounting Hole
(6 places)
Step 2. Mount the external power supply according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 3. Route the external power supply wiring into the enclosure through one of the available
knockouts, and then connect it to the control board as shown in Figure 2.2 on page 14.