Simplex TYCO VLC-600 Quick Start Manual

TrueAlarm Analog Sensing

UL, ULC, CSFM Listed* VLC-600 TrueAlarm LaserCOMPACT Smoke Sensor with

4100ES/4010ES/4100U IDNet and MAPNET II Communications

Features

Model VLC-600 addressable, analog output air
aspiration smoke sensor provides:

 VESDA

with the established TrueAlarm analog sensing process
for area coverage up to 8000 ft

 Compact 8 ⅞” (225 mm) square size
 Dual stage dust filter that is used on larger systems
 Obscuration measurements communicated to the fire

alarm control panel for status determination

LaserCOMPACT operation communicating

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Clean room cable tray

Remote LED indicator

 Panel selected sensitivity from 0.016%/ft to 4.08%/ft
 Local computer port access for the VESDA Vconfig

Pro software program as used on larger systems

 Single LED that indicates local status information
 Capability of driving a remote LED (ordered

separately)

Addressable manual stations,

TrueAlert sensors and other devices

PULL DOWN

Trouble conditions are also communicated:

 Mechanical problems are received as sensor troubles
 Electrical problems are received as “no answer” troubles
 Additional details are indicated by the sensor LED and

by accessing sensor diagnostics

Compatible with Simplex

®

4100ES, 4010ES,
4100U, or legacy 4100/4120 fire alarm control
panels:

 Communications via 4100ES/4010ES/4100U IDNet

or 4100ES/4100U MAPNET II addressable formats

 Connection is to the same SLC (signaling line circuit)

with other devices such as addressable manual
stations, TrueAlarm area smoke sensors, addressable
control modules, etc.

 Communications are as a single device and connection is

direct to the SLC without requiring a dedicated interface

 4100/4120 requires revision 8.01 or higher software

Three threshold levels are programmable from the
fire alarm control panel with typical selections as:

 Stage 1 – Alert at 0.016 to 0.6218% obscuration/ft
 Stage 2 – Pre-Alarm at 0.03 to 0.6234% obscuration/ft
 Stage 3 – Alarm at 0.05 to 4.08% obscuration/ft
 NOTE: UL listed evacuation alarm sensitivity is not

to be less sensitive than 0.625%/ft

Sampling pipe network:

 Uses standard Vision Systems pipe and inlet in

accordance with Vision Systems Aspire design tool

UL listed to Standard 268 (URXG)

* This product has been approved by the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) pursuant to

Section 13144.1 of the California Health and Safety Code. See CSFM Listing
7259-1728:0109 for allowable values and/or conditions concerning material presented in
this document. This product was not approved by FM as of document revision date.
Additional listings may be applicable; contact your local Simplex product supplier for the
latest status. Listings and approvals under Simplex Time Recorder Co. are the property of
Tyco Fire Protection Products.

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TrueAlarm LaserCOMPACT System Connections

Description

Air aspiration technology smoke detection operates

by actively drawing in air for sampling in a high intensity,
stable detection chamber. The Model VLC-600
TrueAlarm LaserCOMPACT smoke detector uses the
latest in VESDA sampling technology including a highly
efficient laser light source and a dual stage dust filter.

TrueAlarm analog sensing occurs when the

TrueAlarm LaserCOMPACT sensor communicates
smoke chamber information to the connected fire alarm
control panel. The panel evaluates the smoke sensor
information against three programmed thresholds and
declares an alarm or pre-alarm condition depending on
smoke chamber activity.

Status communications. In addition to smoke

chamber information, the TrueAlarm LaserCOMPACT
also advises the fire alarm control panel of local trouble
conditions. Troubles may include dirty filter, airflow
restriction or failure, etc. Specific details are stored in
memory at the sensor location.

Typical air inlet

TrueAlarm

Laser

COMPACT

ALARM

ALARMFIRE

CLEAN ROOM
SMOKE DETECTOR ALARM

Fire Alarm Control Panel requires 4100ES/4010ES/4100U

IDNet or 4100ES/4100U MAPNET II communications

(4100ES shown for reference)

VLC-600 TrueAlarm
LaserCOMPACT Air
Aspiration Smoke Sensor

4100ES/4010ES/4100U IDNet
or 4100ES/4100U MAPNET II
addressable communications

24 VDC power

Operation

Filtered air flow. A high efficiency aspirator

continually draws air through a simple pipe network to a
central detector. Air entering the sensor housing passes a
flow sensor before the sample is passed through a
dual-stage dust filter. The majority of air is exhausted
from the detector and where required, back vented to the
protected area. The first stage of the air filter removes
dust and dirt from the air sample before it enters the
smoke detection chamber. A second, ultra-fine filter stage
provides a clean air supply to be used inside the detection
chamber to form clean air barriers which protect the
optical surfaces from contamination.

Laser detection chamber. The detection chamber uses

a stable, highly efficient laser light source and unique
sensor configuration to achieve optimum response to a wide
range of smoke types. When smoke passes through the
detection chamber, it creates light scattering which is
detected by very sensitive sensor circuitry. The analog level
of the sensor is then communicated to the fire alarm control
panel for comparison to pre-selected alarm thresholds.

Operation (Continued)

Status logging. The sensor status history for all alarms,

service, and fault events, is monitored and logged with
time and date stamps within the electronics of the sensor,
accessible via the local computer port. General trouble
status indications are communicated to the panel as either
sensor troubles or “no answer” troubles.

Additional Information

Refer to Installation Instructions 19772 shipped with the
VLC-600 for additional information.

Product Selection

Model Description

VLC-600 TrueAlarm LaserCOMPACT Smoke Sensor (sampling pipe is ordered separately)

2098-9808

Remote Red LED Status Indicator on single gang stainless steel plate; mounting requires a single ga ng
box, 1 ½” minimum depth; connections are color coded wire leads

Specifications

Sensor Voltage 18 to 30 VDC, supplied from fire alarm control panel
Sensor Current 205 mA @ 24 VDC; supervisory and alarm

Communications

Electrical Terminations Terminal blocks for 18 to 12 AWG

Operating Conditions

Sampling Network

UL Listed Velocity Range 0 to 4000 ft/min (0 to 1200 m/min)

Alarm Sensitivity Range

Recognized Sensitivity Levels

Sensor Service Access
Enclosure Rating NEMA 1 (IP 30)

Weight 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg)

Compatibility

Loading One address, one unit load per sensor

Sensor Ambient 14° F to 103° F (-10° C to 39° C)

Sampled Air -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C)

Sensor Humidity 10-95% RH, non-condensing

4100ES/4010ES/4100U IDNet or MAPNET II addressable
communications, automatically selected

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Maximum area of coverage = 8000 ft
accordance with Vision Systems computer design tool (ASPIRE) and
NFPA standards

0.016% to 4.08%/ft obscuration, selected at the fire alarm control panel;
NOTE: UL listed evacuation alarm sensitivity is not to be less sensitive
than 0.625%/ft

Three levels, selectable and designated as required at the fire alarm
control panel

Internal DB-9, RS-232 connection for a service computer using VESDA
Vconfig Pro software program (authorized service access only)

, maximum pipe length in

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