1.1Overview of Basic System ....................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.1 Hardware Features ............................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.1.2 Software Features ............................................................................................................................. 1-2
1.2About this Manual .................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2.1 Terms Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................... 1-2
Before You Begin Installing ............................................................................................... 3-1
3.1Whatís in the Box? ................................................................................................................................... 3-1
4.7.3 LED Wiring .................................................................................................................................... 4-20
7.2.1 Edit Zone ........................................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.1.1 Edit Zone Name ..................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.1.2 Edit Zone Properties ............................................................................................................... 7-5
7.2.1.3 Zone Outputs .......................................................................................................................... 7-7
7.2.2 Add Zone ........................................................................................................................................ 7-11
7.2.3 Delete Zone ..................................................................................................................................... 7-11
7.2.4 View Zone Points ............................................................................................................................ 7-12
7.3.1 Edit Group ....................................................................................................................................... 7-13
7.3.1.1 Edit Group Name ................................................................................................................. 7-13
7.3.1.2 Edit Group Properties ........................................................................................................... 7-14
7.3.2 Add Group ...................................................................................................................................... 7-16
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7.3.3 Delete Group ................................................................................................................................... 7-16
7.3.4 View Group Points .......................................................................................................................... 7-17
7.3.5 Edit Output Group Templates ......................................................................................................... 7-18
8.3Menu System ............................................................................................................................................ 8-3
8.3.1 Main Menu Overview ....................................................................................................................... 8-3
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8.3.2 Using the Menus ............................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.1 Setting Time and Date ...................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.2 Disable / Enable a Point .................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.3 View Event History .......................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4.3.1 To clear the event history ....................................................................................................... 8-5
8.4.4 Conduct a Fire Drill .......................................................................................................................... 8-5
8.4.5 Conduct an Indicator Test ................................................................................................................. 8-5
8.4.6 Conduct a Walk Test ......................................................................................................................... 8-6
8.4.7 Conduct a Dialer Test ....................................................................................................................... 8-6
8.4.8 Silence alarms or troubles ................................................................................................................. 8-6
8.4.10 Check Detector Through Point Status .............................................................................................. 8-7
8.4.11 View Status of a Point ...................................................................................................................... 8-8
8.4.12 View Alarms or Troubles ................................................................................................................. 8-8
8.4.13 View System Information ................................................................................................................. 8-8
9.1Receivers Compatible with the Control Panel ......................................................................................... 9-1
Section 10
Installation Records .................................................................................................................... 10-1
10.1 SLC Point Record .................................................................................................................................. 10-1
Section 11
Testing and Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 11-1
11.2 Common Problems ................................................................................................................................. 11-1
11.2.1 Event History .................................................................................................................................. 11-2
11.3 Built-in Troubleshooting and Testing Tools .......................................................................................... 11-3
11.3.2 SLC Multi Locator .......................................................................................................................... 11-4
11.3.3 I/O Point Control ............................................................................................................................ 11-5
Special Characters Lists .........................................................................................................B-1
B.1Characters used for Naming .....................................................................................................................B-1
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Section 1
Introduction
The 5808 Fire Alarm Control / Communicator is an addressable fire control system that meets
the requirements of UL 864.
1.1Overview of Basic System
The 5808 base system is 127 addressable point sytem with a built-in annunciator which can
also be used to program the system.
1.1.1Hardware Features
ïThe 5808 panel contains one SLC (Signaling Line Circuit) which supports 127
addressable devices (points).
ï6.0A of output power is available through 4 sets of terminals for notification appliance
circuits or auxiliary applications. Each circuit is power limited per UL 864 and can source
up to 3.0A (total output power for all 4 circuits must not exceed 6.0A).
ïBuilt-in dual phone line, digital alarm communicator/transmitter (DACT).
ïReports events to central station by point or by zone.
ïUL Listed for pre-action and deluge releasing systems.
ïTwo general purpose Form C programmable relays.
ïOne Form C Trouble Relay.
ïBasic system operation can be performed using a key or a user code.
ïCan be used with up to 8 Model 5860 Remote Annunciators (sold separately).
ïCan be used with Model 5865-3, 5865-4, and 5880 in any combination for a total of eight
devices on one control panel. See Sections 4.7 and 4.8 for additional information on these
models.
ïPrinting of detector status, event history, and real time event log available through the
Model 5824 Serial / Parallel Interface (sold separately).
ï125 software zones, 125 output groups.
ïAdd 4 Notification/Auxiliary power circuits with each 5496 Intelligent Power Module (up
to 8, 5496s per system).
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1.1.2Software Features
ïAdvanced smoke detector features:
ñAutomatic drift compensation
ñMaintenance alert region
ñPoint status eliminates calibrated smoke test requirements for NFPA 72
ïì JumpStartî feature for easy programming
ïNon-volatile event history stores 1000 events
ïA choice of output patterns available for notification outputs, including ANSI 3.41
temporal signal
ïBuilt-in synchronization appliance support for AMSECO, Faraday, GentexÆ, or
WheelockÆ.
1.2About this Manual
This manual is intended to be a complete reference for all installation and operation tasks for
the 5808. Please let us know if the manual does not meet your needs in any way. We value
your feedback!
1.2.1Terms Used in this Manual
The following terminology is used with the 5808 system:
TermDescription
SLCSignaling Line Circuit
ModuleThe term module is used for all hardware devices except for
SLC addressable devices and notification appliances. This
includes the 5808 panel itself.
Input PointAn addressable sensing device, such as a smoke or heat detector
or a contact monitor device.
Input ZoneA protected area made up of input points.
Output Point
(or Output Circuit)
Group (or ì Output Groupî )A group of output points. Operating characteristics are common
Output (or ì Cadenceî ) PatternThe pattern that the output will use, for example, Constant,
MappingMapping is the process of specifying which outputs are
A notification point or circuit for notification appliances. Relay
circuits and auxiliary power circuits are also considered output
points.
to all output points in the group.
March Code, ANSI 3.41. Applies to zones and special system
events. See Section 7.5.3.2 for additional information.
activated when certain events occur in the system. Section 6.2
explains mapping in detail.
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1.3Compatible Products
The chart below lists the products available from Silent Knight for use with the 5808.
Type of
Device
SLC Devices
Other
Modules
ModelDescription
SD500-AIMContact Monitor Module (switch input). Standard size. (This device replaces Model
SD500-FRCM-4. See Note below.)
SD500-ARMRelay Module (This device replaces Model SD505-ARM. See Note below.)
SD500-LEDThe SD500-LED is a LED driver module capable of driving 80 LEDs which connects
to the SLC loop on a Silent Knight addressable control panel.
Up to 40 SD500-LED modules can be used on the SLC loop.
SD500-LIMShort circuit isolator module for SLC devices.
SD505-6IBShort circuit isolator base for SD505-AHS, SD505-APS, and SD505-AIS detectors.
SD505-AHSHeat Sensor
SD505-AISIonization Smoke Detector
SD505-APSPhotoelectric Smoke Detector
SD505-ADH
Duct housing is shipped
with a detector base only.
Detector head must be
ordered separately.
SD505-ADHRDuct detector housing with relay module. Compatible with the same peripheral
SD505-DTSOptional remote test station compatible with the SD505-ADHR.
5211 Ground Start RelayFor use with ground start telephone network. (Do not use in UL installations.)
5824 Serial/Parallel
Interface
5496 Intelligent Power
Module
5860 and 5860R Remote
Fire Alarm Annunciator
5860TG and 5860TR Trim
Ring Kit
5865-3 and 5865-4 LED
Annunciator
5880 LED Driver Module Driver for up to 40 LEDs. Interfaces with customized annunciator boards. In addition
5883 General Purpose
Relay Module
7860 Telephone CordRJ31X cord for connecting phone line to the 5808.
Duct Housing for use with SD505-AIS ionization smoke detector or SD505-APS
photoelectric smoke detector head.
Intake tubing for duct available in 3 lengths:
STS-2.5: Duct widths 1.0í to 2.5í
STS-5.0: Duct widths 2.5í to 5.0í
STS-10.0: Duct widths 5.0í to 10.0í
When ordering SD505-ADH, specify intake tubing size and order the appropriate
smoke detector, if needed.
devices as the SD505-ADH.
Allows a printer to be attached for the system for on-site event logging, detector
status and event history reports. Two maximum per system.
Provides 4 additional Notification Appliance Circuits/Auxiliary power. (Up to 8 per
5808 system.)
Same operation, similar appearance as on-board annunciator. Up to 8 5860s per
system. 5860 is gray; 5860R is red.
Trim ring kits for surface mounting the 5860 annunciator. 5860TG is gray; 5860TR is
red.
LED annunciator can display up to 30 LEDs (15 red and 15 yellow). 5865-4 has key
switches for silence and reset, and a system trouble LED.
the 5880 has eight generic switch input points.
Provides 10 Form C relays. Designed to be driven by the 5880. Up to four, 5883s can
be used with each 5880 module.
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Type of
Device
Software
Misc.
Silent Knight Software
Suite (SKSS) 5660
SKSS Facility
Management Software
5670
7628UL Listed End-of-line resistor
RBBRemote Battery Box used when your backup batteries requirements use backup
ModelDescription
For communication and panel programming with a Windows-based computer and
*modem (not sold by Silent Knight, see Table 1-1 for compatible modems). Enables
remote viewing of detector status and event history.
For remote viewing of detector status and event history. Requires a modem (not sold
by Silent Knight).
batteries that are too large to fit into the main control panel cabinet.
Note: 5865-3, 5865-4, and 5880 can be used in any combination, up to a total of eight devices on one panel.
The following modems have been tested by Silent Knight for compatibility with the 5808 and
the Silent Knight Software Suite software packages:
Table 1-1: Compatible Modems
ManufacturerModel
US Robotics28.8
LifeStyle
Motorola
MultiTechMT19321ZDX
28.8, 3400 series
Premier 33.6
1.4How to Contact Silent Knight
If you have a question or encounter a problem not covered in this manual, contact Silent
Knight Technical Support at 800-328-0103 (or 763-493-6455). To order parts, contact Silent
Knight Sales at 800-446-6444 (or 763-493-6435).
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Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems
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
), manufacturerís 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. 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. While
fire alarm systems are designed to provide 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. For example:
ïParticles 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.
In general, smoke detectors on one level of a structure cannot be expected to sense fires
developing on another level.
ïThe 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.
ïSmoke 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.
ïSmoke 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.
ïSmoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warning of fires caused by arson,
children playing with matches (especially within bedrooms), smoking in bed, violent
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
ïHeat 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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ïWarning 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 awake 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.
Please note that:
i)Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in people with conditions
such as epilepsy.
ii) 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 ownerís 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.
iii) In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause temporary or permanent
hearing loss.
ïTelephone 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.
ïSystem 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 manufacturerís recommendations.
ïSystem 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.
ïEnvironments with high air velocity or that are dusty or dirty require more frequent
maintenance.
In general, fire alarm systems and devices will not work without power and will not function
properly unless they are maintained and tested regularly.
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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Requirements and recommendations for proper use of fire alarm systems including smoke detectors and other fire alarm devices:
Early fire detection is best achieved by the installation and maintenance of fire detection
equipment in all rooms and areas of the house or building in accordance with the requirements
and recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association
Standard 72, National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72), the manufacturerís 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. For
specific requirements, check with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (ex. Fire Chief) for
fire protection systems.
Requirements and Recommendations include:
ïSmoke Detectors shall be installed in sleeping rooms in new construction and it is
recommended that they shall also be installed in sleeping rooms in existing construction.
ïIt is recommended that more than one smoke detector shall be installed in a hallway if it is
more than 30 feet long.
ïIt is recommended that there shall never be less then two smoke detectors per apartment or
residence.
ïIt is recommended that smoke detectors be located in any room where an alarm control is
located, or in any room where alarm control connections to an AC source or phone lines
are made. If detectors are not so located, a fire within the room could prevent the control
from reporting a fire.
ïAll fire alarm systems require notification devices, including sirens, bells, horns, and/or
strobes. In residential applications, each automatic alarm initiating device when activated
shall cause the operation of an alarm notification device that shall be clearly audible in all
bedrooms over ambient or background noise levels (at least 15dB above noise) with all
intervening doors closed.
ïIt is recommended that a smoke detector with an integral sounder (smoke alarm) be
located in every bedroom and an additional notification device be located on each level of
a residence.
ïTo keep your fire alarm system in excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is
required per the manufacturerís recommendations and UL and NFPA standards. At a
minimum the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA 72 shall be followed. A maintenance
agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturerís representative.
Maintenance should be performed annually by authorized personnel only.
ïThe most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when a fire occurs is
inadequate maintenance. As such, the alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure
all sensors and transmitters are working properly.
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Section 2
Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements
2.1Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
1. The following information must be provided to the telephone company before the 5808
can be connected to the phone lines:
Table 2-1
AManufacturer:Silent Knight
BModel Number:5808
CFCC registration number:AC6 USA-34758-AL-E
Ringer equivalence:0.8B
DType of jack:RJ31X
EFacility Interface Codes:Loop Start: 02LS2
Ground Start: 02GS2
FService Order Code:9.0F
2. This device may not be directly connected to coin telephone or party line services.
3. This device cannot be adjusted or repaired in the field. In case of trouble with the device,
notify the installing company or return to:
Silent Knight
7550 Meridian Circle
Maple Grove, MN 55369-4927
763-493-6455
800-328-0103
4. If the 5808 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify the
user in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance
notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the user as soon as possible.
Users have the right to file complaints, if necessary, with the Federal Communications
Commission.
5. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or pro-
cedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice to allow you to make the necessary modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.
Warning
This device has been verified to comply with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause radio interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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2.2Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
2.2.1Requirements for All Installations
General requirements are described in this section. When installing an individual device,
refer to the specific section of the manual for additional requirements. The following
subsections list specific requirements for each type of installation (for example, Central
Station Fire Alarm systems, Local Protected Fire Alarm systems, and so on). See Section 8.6
for information on releasing operation.
1. All field wiring must be installed in accordance with NFPA 70 National Electric Code.
2. Use the addressable smoke detectors specified in Section 5.1 of this manual.
3. Use UL listed notification appliances compatible with the 5808 from those specified in the
Appendix at the back of this manual.
4. A full system checkout must be performed any time the panel is programmed.
2.2.2Requirements for Central Station Fire Alarm
Systems
1. Use both phone lines. Enable phone line monitors for both lines.
2. You must program a phone number and a test time so that the 5808 sends an automatic
daily test to the central station.
3. Do not use the ground start option.
4. The AC Loss Hours option must be set from 6-12 hours.
5. The Attempts to Report option must be set for 5.
2.2.3Requirements for Local Protected Fire Alarm
Systems
At least one UL listed supervised notification appliance must be used.
2.2.4Requirements for Remote Station Protected Fire
Alarm Systems - Digital Alarm Communicator
Transmitter (DACT)
1. Do not exceed the current load restrictions shown in Section 3.6.2.1.
2. The AC Loss Hours option must be set from 15-30 hours.
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Section 3
Before You Begin Installing
This section of the manual is intended to help you plan your tasks to facilitate a smooth
installation. Please read this section thoroughly, especially if you are installing a 5808 panel
for the first time.
3.1Whatís in the Box?
The 5808 ships with the following hardware:
ïA cabinet with all hardware assembled
ïTwo keys for the front door
ïTwo keys for user operation of the on-board annunciator (installer operations require the
Installerís Code)
ïTen 4.7K ohm end-of-line resistors
ïA battery cable for batteries wired in series
3.2Environmental Specifications
It is important to protect the 5808 control panel from water. To prevent water damage, the
following conditions should be AVOIDED when installing the units:
ïDo not mount directly on exterior walls, especially masonry walls (condensation)
ïDo not mount directly on exterior walls below grade (condensation)
ïProtect from plumbing leaks
ïProtect from splash caused by sprinkler system inspection ports
ïDo not mount in areas with humidity-generating equipment (such as dryers, production
machinery)
When selecting a location to mount the 5808 control panel, the unit should be mounted where
it will NOT be exposed to temperatures outside the range of 0∞C-49∞C (32∞F-120∞F) or
humidity outside the range of 10%-85% at 30∞C (86∞F) noncondensing.
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3.3Electrical Specifications
Table 3-1 list the terminal block on the 5808 as well as a description of the each individual
terminal and their respective electrical rating. For location of the terminals refer to Figure 3-2.
Table 3-1: Terminal Descriptions and Electrical Specifications
Terminal No.
Terminal Block 1AC INPUT
Terminal Block 2
Terminal Block 3
Terminal Block 4
Terminal Block 5
GroupIndividualVoltageCurrent
SLC IN
SLC OUT
SLC PROG
TELCO 1
PHONE 1
TELCO 2
PHONE 2
TROUBLE
RELAY 1
RELAY 2
NAC1
NAC2
NAC3
NAC4
SBUS
BATTERY
Label
BAC input (hot)120 VAC, 60 Hz 2.75 A
EarthEarth GroundN/AN/A
WAC input (neutral)120 VAC, 60 Hz 2.75 A
ñ
+
ñ
+
ñ
+
RINGPhone Line 1 Telco Ring
TIPPhone Line 1 Telco Tip
RINGPhone Line 1 Phone Ring
TIPPhone Line 1 Phone Tip
RINGPhone Line 2 Telco Ring
TIPPhone Line 2 Telco Tip
RINGPhone Line 2 Phone Ring
TIPPhone Line 2 Phone Tip
NCNormally closed relay contact
NONormally open relay contact
NCNormally closed relay contact
NONormally open relay contact
NCNormally closed relay contact
NONormally open relay contact
ñ
+
ñ
+
ñ
+
ñ
+
B
A
+
ñ
+To Positive battery terminal
ñTo Negative battery terminal
Used for Class A installations 32 VDC150 mA
SLC terminals32 VDC150 mA
Used for programming SLC
Detectors
Notification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power
Notification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power
Notification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power
Notification Appliance
Circuit/Auxiliary power
SBUS Communication5 VDC100 mA
SBUS Power24 VDC1.0 A
Description
Rating
32 VDC150 mA
24 VDC2.5 A, resistiveCOMCommon terminal
24 VDC2.5 A, resistiveCOMCommon terminal
24 VDC2.5 A, resistiveCOMCommon terminal
24 VDC
24 VDC
24 VDC
24 VDC
24 VDC
3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
3.0 Amp NAC or Aux
power
Up to 33 Ah (see Section
4.3 for details)
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3.4Wiring Specifications
Induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another) can interfere with
telephone communication or cause false alarms. To avoid induced noise, follow these
guidelines:
ïIsolate input wiring from high current output and power wiring. Do not pull one multi-
conductor cable for the entire panel. Instead, separate the wiring as follows:
High voltageAC power Terminals
SLC loops
Audio input/output Phone line circuits
Notification circuitsNAC1 through NAC4
SBUS
Relay circuits
ïDo not pull wires from different groups through the same conduit. If you must run them
together, do so for as short a distance as possible or use shielded cable. Connect the shield
to earth ground at the panel. You must route high and low voltages separately.
ïRoute the wiring around the inside perimeter of the cabinet. It should not cross the circuit
board where it could induce noise into the sensitive microelectronics or pick up unwanted
RF noise from the high speed circuits. See Figure 3-1 for an example.
ïHigh frequency noise, such as that produced by the inductive reactance of a speaker or
bell, can also be reduced by running the wire through ferrite shield beads or by wrapping it
around a ferrite toroid.
Phone Lines
SLC IN/OUT
AC Power
Input
1/4" spacing must be
maintained between each
of these circuit types; as well
as between power limited
and non-power limited circuits.
Relay Outputs
NAC/Aux Power
Outputs
SBUS Devices
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3.5Board Assembly Diagram
SLC
In/Out
Programming
Port
Phone lines
On-board
Annunciator
Form C
Trouble
Relay
Form C
Relays
NAC/Aux
Power Circuits
Key Switch
Input
SBUS
Connections
Battery
Connections
AC Power
Input
Figure 3-2 Model 5808 Assembly
Figure 3-2 shows the circuit boards, and annunciator. If you should need to remove the control
board for repair, remove the nine mounting screws (six on the circuit board and 3 on the heatsink) which hold the control board in the cabinet. Then lift the control board out of the
cabinet.
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3.6Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery
This section is for helping you determine the current draw and standby battery needs for your
installation.
3.6.1Worksheet Requirements
The following steps must be taken when determining 5808 current draw and standby battery
requirements.
Filling in the Current Draw Worksheet, Table 3-2 (Section 3.6.2)
1. For the 5808, the worst case current draw is listed for the panel, addressable devices, and
all SBUS expanders. Fill in the number of addressable devices that will be used in the system and compute the current draw requirements for alarm and standby. Record this information in Table 3-2 at Line A.
2. Add up the current draw for all auxiliary devices and record in the table at Line B.
3. Add up all notification appliance loads and record in the table at Line C.
4. For notification appliance circuits and auxiliary devices not mentioned in the manual,
refer to the device manual for the current ratings.
5. Make sure that the total alarm current you calculated, including current for the panel itself,
does not exceed 6.0 A. This is the maximum alarm current for the 5808 control panel.
If the current is above 6.0 A you will need to use a notification power expander(s) such as
the Silent Knight 5496 intelligent power module, to distribute the power loads so that the
5808 or the power expanders do not exceed their power rating. Refer to the current draw
worksheets provided with the 5496 manual so you do not exceed their power requirements.
6. Complete the remaining instructions in Table 3-2 for determining battery size require-
ments.
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3.6.2Current Draw Worksheet
Use Table 3-2 to determine current requirements during alarm/battery standby operation.
(Copy the page if additional space is required.)
Table 3-2: Current Draw Worksheet
Device# of DevicesCurrent per Device
For each device use this formula: This column X This column = Current per number of devices.
5808 Fire Panel (Current draw
from battery)
Addressable SLC Devices
SD500-AIM
SD500-MIMmAmA
SD500-PS
SD500-ARMmAmA
SD505-AHSmAmA
SD505-AISmAmA
SD505-APSmAmA
SD500-LED(40 max.)
SD505-ADHR(127 max.)
SD505-DTS(127 max.)Alarm:***75 mA
SD505-ADH(127 max.)None, included with detector current.
SLC Isolator Devices
SD505-LIM(254 max.)
SD505-6IB(127 max.)
Accessories Modules
5860 Remote Fire Alarm
Annunciator
5824 Serial / Parallel Module(2 max.)Standby/Alarm:45 mAmAmA
5496 Notification Power Expander(8 max.)Standby/Alarm:10 mAmAmA
5865-4 LED Annunciator
(with reset and silence switches)
5865-3 LED Annunciator
5880 Generic LED Driver Module
1
(127 max.) Standby/Alarm: 0.55 mA
(8 max.)
(8 max.)
Standby:206 mA206 mA
Alarm:356 mA356 mA
Standby:10 mAmA
Aux. Pwr
SLC
Aux. Pwr
SLC
Standby/Alarm0.092 mAmAmA
Standby:20 mAmA
Alarm:25 mAmA
Standby:35 mAmA
Alarm:145 mAmA
Standby:35 mAmA
Alarm:145 mAmA
Standby:35 mAmA
Alarm:200 mAmA
Alarm:220 mAmA
LED:10 mAmAmA
Standby/
Alarm:0.55 mA
Standby: ***35 mAmA
Alarm:***75 mAmA
Standby/
Alarm:.082 mA
Standby
Current
mAmA
mAmA
mAmA
Alarm
Current
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Before You Begin Installing
Device# of DevicesCurrent per Device
Standby:0 mAmA
5883 Relay Interface(32 max.)
ATotal System Current
*Auxiliary DevicesRefer to devices manual for current rating.
BAuxiliary Devices Current
Notification Appliance CiruitsRefer to devices manual for current rating.
CNotification Appliances Current
DTotal current ratings of all devices in system (line A + line B + C)mAmA
ETotal current ratings converted to amperes (line D x .001):AA
FNumber of standby hours (24 or 60 for NFPA 72, chapter 1, 1-5.2.5):H
GMultiply lines E and F.Total standby AHAH
HAlarm sounding period in hours. (For example, 5 minutes = .0833 hours)H
IMultiply lines E and H.Tota l a la r m AH
J
**Add lines G and I.
Alarm:220 mA
(22 mA per relay)
Alarm/Standby:mAmAmA
Alarm/Standby:mAmAmA
Alarm/Standby:mAmAmA
Alarm/Standby:mAmAmA
Alarm:mAmA
Alarm:mA
Alarm:mAmA
Alarm:mAmA
Total ampere hours
required
Standby
Current
AH
Alarm
Current
mA
mA
mA
AH
* If you are using door holders, you do not need to consider door holder current for alarm/battery standby,
because power is removed during that time. However, during normal operation, door holders draw current
and must be included in the 6.0 A total current that can be drawn from the panel.
** Use next size battery with capacity greater than required.
*** If using Aux power only. No standby or alarm current for battery calculation if using 24 VAC, 120 VAC or
240 VAC.
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3.6.2.1Maximum Battery Standby Load
The table below shows the maximum battery standby load for the 5808 based on 24 and 60
hours of standby. The standby load calculations of line D in the Current Draw Calculation
Worksheet (Table 3-2) must be less than the number shown in the table below for the battery
size used and standby hours required.
Rechargeable Battery Size
7 AH221 mA85 mA
12 AH475 mA190 mA
18 AH685 mA270 mA
33 AH1.1 A450 mA
*Required for NFPA 72 Auxiliary Protected Fire Alarm systems for Fire Alarm Service (City Box) and Remote
Station Protected Fire Alarm systems (Polarity Reversal) and Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter
(DACT).
Max. Load for 24 hrs.
Standby, 5 mins. Alarm
*Max. Load for 60 hrs.
Standby, 5 mins. Alarm
Warning!
Silent Knight does not support the use of batteries smaller than those listed in table above. If you use a battery
too small for the installation, the system could overload the battery resulting in the installation having less than
the required 24 hours standby power. Use Table 3-2 to calculate the correct battery amperes/hour rating needed
for your installation.
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Section 4
Control Panel Installation
Caution!
To avoid the risk of electrical shock and damage to the unit, power should be OFF at the control panel while
installing or servicing.
4.1Mounting the Control Panel Cabinet
Read the environmental specifications in Section 3.2 before mounting the 5808 panel.
The 5808 cabinet dimensions are:
16" W x 26.4" H x 3.5" D (40.64 cm W x 67.06 cm H x 8.89 cm D).
The 5808 panel should be located within a secured area, where it is accessible to main drop
wiring runs and where it can be easily tested and serviced. End-users responsible for
maintaining the panel should be able to hear alarms and troubles. When selecting a location,
keep in mind that the panel itself is the main source of alarm and trouble annunciation.
When mounting on interior walls, use appropriate screw anchors in plaster. When mounting
on concrete, especially when moisture is expected, attach a piece of 3/4 inch plywood to the
concrete surface and then attach the 5808 to the plywood. Also mount any other desired
components to the plywood.
DO NOT flush-mount the 5808 cabinet in a wall designated as a fire break.
4.1.1Removing the 5808 Assembly from the Housing
If it should ever be necessary to remove the control panel assembly from the cabinet for
repair, do so by removing the screws that hold the control panel in to the cabinet. Do not
attempt to disassemble the circuit boards.
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4.2AC Connection
At installation, connect the AC terminals to the power source as shown in Figure 4-1. It may
be necessary for a professional electrician to make this connection.
The AC terminals are rated at 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 2.5A .
Figure 4-1 120VAC Power Connection
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4.3Battery Connection
The control panel battery charge capacity is 7.0 to 33.0 AH. The main control cabinet can
house batteries up to 18 AH, larger capacity batteries can be housed in a RBB (see Section
4.3.1 for deteails).Use 12V batteries of the same AH rating. Determine the correct AH rating
as per your current load calculation (see Section 3.6).
Wire batteries in series to produce a 24-volt equivalent. Do not parallel batteries to increase
the AH rating.
The following steps and diagram explain how to connect the batteries.
1. Connect the black wire from the control panel negative (ñ) battery terminal to the negative
(ñ) side of Battery #2.
2. Connect the jumper wire provided (P/N 140694) from the positive (+) side of Battery #2
to the (ñ) negative side of Battery #1.
3. Connect the red wire from the control panel positive (+) terminal to the positive (+) side of
Battery #1.
Red
Black
Battery Jumper
(P/N 140694)
Shipped With Panel
UL Listed 12V Battery
Battery 1
Figure 4-2 Battery Connection
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4.3.1RBB Accessory Cabinet
The Model RBB Accessory cabinet can be used when your backup batteries requirements use
backup batteries that are too large to fit into the main control panel cabinet. The RBB cabinet
holds batteries up to the 33 AH size. The RBB dimensions are 16" W x 10" H x 6" D (40.64
cm W x 25.4 cm H x 15.24 cm D).
4.3.1.1Installing the RBB Accessory Cabinet and Batteries
To properly install the accessory cabinet and backup batteries, follow these steps:
1. Mount the accessory cabinet. See figure Figure 4-3 for the four cabinet mounting holes.
ïIf mounting onto drywall the accessory cabinet must be mounted onto 3/4-inch ply-
wood. This is necessary because the weight of the batteries inside the accessory cabinet could cause the cabinet to pull away from the drywall.
ïWhen mounting on concrete, especially when moisture is expected, attach a piece of
3/4-inch plywood to the concrete surface and then attach the RBB cabinet to the plywood.
ïIf using the battery cable extenders provided (P/N 140643), mount the RBB cabinet no
more than 18" away from the main control panel cabinet. This will ensure that the battery cables reach the battery terminals.
Cabinet
Mounting Holes
Figure 4-3 RBB Cabinet Mounting Holes
2. Connect the main control panel battery cables to the battery cable extenders as shown in
Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4 Splicing Control panel Battery Cable to RBB Battery Cable Extenders
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3. Run extended battery cable from control panel cabinet through conduit to RBB cabinet.
See Figure 4-5.
RBB Cabinet
Cover Screws
Conduit
Coupler
Conduit
+
Figure 4-5 Battery Connections in the RBB Cabinet
Note: Figure 4-5 is an example of how the wire connections can be routed. However, any other cabinet knock-
outs (on either the main control panel or the RBB cabinet), that are not previously being used may be utilized to connect conduit between the two cabinets.
-
+
RBB Cabinet
Cover Screws
-
4. Connect battery leads to the backup battery terminals. See Figure 4-5.
Observe the proper polarity to prevent damage to the batteries or the control panel.
5. Insert the RBB cover screws into the cover mounting holes (see Figure 4-5).
Screw the cover screw 3/4 of the way into the cover mounting hole.
6. Align the cover plate mounting keyhole over the cover mounting screws. See Figure 4-6.