Notifier UZC-256 User Manual

UZC-256

Universal Zone Coder
Software Release 2.0

General

The UZC-256 Universal Zone Coder enables the Notifier intel­ligent fire alam control panels (FACPs), network control annun­ciators (NCAs) and compatible legacy systems to provide
positive non-interfering successive zone coded outputs. Up to
256 separate codes may be programmed to operate on the
three coded outputs. Each output is used to code or pulse up
to 3 Amps of Notification Appliance power.

Features

• Coded output from the UZC-256 can be fed to multiple out­put circuits.

• Up to 256 individually programmed codes.

• Three 3-Amp outputs.

• Programmable rounds of code (1 to 99 rounds).

• Up to four digits per round.

• Up to 15 pulses per digit of code.

• Optional general alarm.

• Programmable code and round(s) delay.

• Programmable pulse and digit pause times.

• Connects and communicates over panel EIA-485 interface.

• Programmable for California code.

• Weight 1.75 lbs.

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Annunciator Control Systems

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Release 2.0 Features

• Secondary UZC use: counting alarm operation activates
UZC relays after specified number of alarms.

• Programmable address EIA-485 range (1-32).

• No code/counting selection for non-fire points.

Applications

The UZC-256 provides three outputs that supply unique coded
information to certain output circuits, depending on the alarm
initiation condition. This can be useful when employing coded
outputs in floor-above, floor-below applications, or to provide
various numbers of rounds for bell circuits and strobe or lamp
circuits.

NOTE: Due to the nature of coded outputs, the UZC-256 is not
compatible with notification devices which do not produce a steady
or non-periodic sound. Periodic appliances that produce their own
code (such as some codes available with electronic sounders) will
not be compatible with the UZC-256. Refer to the UZC-256 Instal­lation Manual for a list of compatible panels.

Construction & Operation

The UZC-256 provides three coded output relays, each rated
for three amps at 30 VDC. These relays are controlled by a
predefined program, and can be set to respond to general
alarm conditions with the fire alarm system.

The UZC-256 and the CPU use the EIA-485 circuit for commu­nication. When installed, the zone coder has a programmable
address on the EIA-485 interface.

Assignment of points to zone codes within the UZC-25 is pro­grammable in the NFS2-3030, NFS2-640, NFS-320 and NCA­2 (see programming manuals for details).

Electrical Specifications

Standby current: 35 mA.

Alarm current: 55 mA.

Installation

Locate the system, including components and peripheral
equipment in the following nominal environment:

Temperature: 60° to 80°F (15.6° to 26.7°C).

Relative humidity: 40% to 60% (non-condensing).

Agency Listings and Approvals

In some cases, certain modules or applications may not be
listed by certain approval agencies, or listing may be in pro­cess. Consult factory for latest listing status.

• UL Listed: S624

• ULC Listed: CS118/CS733/CBP696

• MEA: 289-91-E Vol. III; 290-91-E Vol. III; 291-91-E Vol. II;

17-96-E; 345-02-E; 232-06-E

• CSFM: 7165-0028:141; 7165-0028:144; 7165-0028:157;

7165-0028:181; 7165-0028:214 (NFS-640); 7165-0028:224
(NFS-3030); 7170-0028:153; 7170-0028:154; 7170­0028:182; 7170-0028:216 (NFS-640); 7170-0028:223
(NFS-3030, NFS2-3030), 7165-0028:243 (NFS2-640)

• FDNY: COA #

• Lloyd’s Register: 93/60/40 (E2) (AM2020/AFP1010)

• FM Approved

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UZC-256 Programming

Programming the UZC-256 is accomplished through the serial port of an IBM®-compatible PC. The Software Interface (UZC-SI)
enables the user to select from a variety of code options (see software coding). The UZC requires power from the control panel to
download the programmed code. Alternately, it may be powered “remotely” with a 9 VDC power transformer which is included
with the UZC Hardware Interface (UZC-HI).

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IBM® Compatible PC UZC-256

UZC Software Coding

Each code (up to 256) may be up to four digits long and each
digit can be from 0 to 15 pulses. User-selectable times and
delays may also be programmed.

Delay Time: The period from when the alarm is received at
the control panel and the code begins. Value can be 0 to 99
seconds.

Number of Rounds: The number of times the code will
sound. Value can be 1 to 99.

Pulse Time: The period each pulse will sound. Value can be
0 to 1 second in 1/100th of a second increments.

Digit Pause: The pause between digits of the code. Value
can be 0 to 10 seconds in 1/10th of a second increments.

Pulse Pause: The pause between pulses of the digit. Value
can be 0 to 1 second in 1/100th of a second increments.

Round Pause: The pause between the round(s) of the code.
Value can be 0 to 10 seconds in 1/10th of a second incre­ments.

General Alarm: Provides the UZC with the capability to turn
on selected Indicating Circuits (general alarm) after complet­ing its code. See the appropriate installation manual for infor­mation on the “General Alarm” feature.

Product Line Information

UZC-256: Universal Zone Coder, power cable and mounting
hardware.

UZC-SI: UZC-256 Software Interface Version 2.0 (must be
used with UZC-256 EPROM 73712 or greater). Provides the
capability to program the UZC. Includes programming instruc­tions and programming software.

UZC-HI: UZC-256 Hardware Interface. Includes null modem
cable, 9-pin to 25-pin adapter, and a 9 VDC power transformer.

BB-UZC: Backbox for housing the UZC for applications where
the UZC will not fit in the panel enclosure. Black casing.

BB-UZC-R: same as BB-UZC, but with a red casing.

75100: Power Harness. Order when mounting the UZC-256 in

the BB-17 (System 500 applications).

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