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CONTENTS
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION...................................................................... 1
Using the Manual ................................................................................................................. 1
GETTING STARTED ..................................................................................... 2
What does a typical system consist of? ............................................................................... 2
Detection .......................................................................................................................... 2
Display.............................................................................................................................. 2
Sounder Control ............................................................................................................... 2
SOME THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW........................................................ 3
Operating Voltage...................................................................................................................... 3
Environmental Constraints ........................................................................................................ 3
Quiescent current ...................................................................................................................... 3
Battery Size ............................................................................................................................... 3
Battery Charging capacity ......................................................................................................... 3
Current Limits ............................................................................................................................ 3
Fire Brigade signal..................................................................................................................... 3
Connections............................................................................................................................... 4
Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................... 4
Earth Connections................................................................................................................ 4
Internal Earth Connections ........................................................................................................ 4
Loop Earth Connections ............................................................................................................ 4
Repeater Communications Cable Installation............................................................................ 4
Installing the Enclosure ........................................................................................................ 5
Fixing to wall..................................................................................................................... 5
Connecting Cables ........................................................................................................... 5
Mains Supply.................................................................................................................... 5
Field Device Installation ....................................................................................................... 7
Detector Bases .......................................................................................................................... 7
Manual Callpoints ...................................................................................................................... 7
Zone Monitoring,Input,Output and other Loop-powered Units................................................... 7
Cable Installation ....................................................................................................................... 7
Loop Cable Testing .......................................................................................................... 7
Megger Tests............................................................................................................................. 8
Resistance Checks.................................................................................................................... 8
Sounder Circuit Installation .................................................................................................. 8
Megger Tests............................................................................................................................. 8
Resistance Checks.................................................................................................................... 8
Cable Test Sheet (Sample).................................................................................................. 9
Standby Battery Calculations............................................................................................... 9
For 24-hour standby..................................................................................................................... 9
For 72 hour standby .................................................................................................................. 9
Calculating the Available Alarm Current ............................................................................ 10
Installing the Control Unit ................................................................................................... 10
Baseboard Installation.................................................................................................... 10
Cable Routing (must be through the top of the enclosure) ............................................ 10
Powering Up the Control Unit............................................................................................. 11
Battery power up ............................................................................................................ 11
Detector Loop Cables .................................................................................................... 11
Sounder Circuit Cables .................................................................................................. 11
Fitting the Front Door Assembly..................................................................................... 11
Fitting the Programme EPROM ..................................................................................... 12
Setting the Battery Charger Voltage .............................................................................. 12
Connecting the Backfire Lead ........................................................................................ 12
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Hardware Installation Details ............................................................................................. 12
Baseboard ...................................................................................................................... 12
Baseboard Components Function Table ................................................................................. 12
Baseboard – Additional Information ............................................................................... 14
Sounder Circuit/Volt Free Output Selection ............................................................................. 14
Network Module....................................................................................................................... 15
Door mounted CPU Board ............................................................................................. 15
CPU Board Function Table...................................................................................................... 15
CPU Board – Additional Information .............................................................................. 16
Internal Wiring .................................................................................................................... 16
Printer................................................................................................................................. 17
Paper Feed..................................................................................................................... 17
Loading Paper ................................................................................................................ 17
Backfire Connection ........................................................................................................... 17
Backfire Cable details .............................................................................................................. 17
REPEATER CONNECTIONS ...................................................................... 18
Repeater Self test .............................................................................................................. 18
REPEATER INTERNAL WIRING ................................................................ 19
FIELD DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 20
Apollo Apollo XP95/Series 90 ............................................................................................ 20
XP95 Ancillary Specification .......................................................................................... 21
Hochiki................................................................................................................................ 22
ESP Device Types ......................................................................................................... 22
Additional Features of ESP Detectors ............................................................................... 22
Power Up Sequence ...................................................................................................... 22
Device Test .................................................................................................................... 23
Optical Detectors ..................................................................................................................... 23
Heat Detectors......................................................................................................................... 23
Ionisation Detectors................................................................................................................. 23
Dual Zone Monitor ................................................................................................................... 24
Manual Callpoint...................................................................................................................... 24
Mini Zone Monitor.................................................................................................................... 24
Addressable Base ................................................................................................................... 24
Master Addressable Base ....................................................................................................... 24
Dual Relay Controller .............................................................................................................. 25
Dual Sounder Controller .......................................................................................................... 25
Dual Switch Monitor................................................................................................................. 25
Output Bit Control........................................................................................................... 25
Nittan .................................................................................................................................. 26
Device Types.................................................................................................................. 26
AS Device Details........................................................................................................... 26
Cable Test Sheet (Sample)................................................................................................ 27
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SECTION 1 1
SECTION 1 – INSTALLATION
Using the Manual
The manual is divided into sections, each of which will guide you through a particular aspect
of the system.
In the left hand margin icons are used to draw your attention to important Notes [ !] or
Warnings [ " ].
If you need to install and commission the system, then go to Section 1. This also contains
drawings and connection details of all the hardware modules.
If the system has already been installed and you need to know how to operate FireQuest
Control Panel, then Sections 2 & 3 will detail the controls and indicators and take you
through the normal operation of the system.
Once installed Sections 4 & 5 will guide you through the configuration. When configuring a
system with Apollo, Nittan or Hochiki ESP devices there are some additional features that
are relevant to the configuration, these are covered in Appendix A
If a fault or problem occurs refer to Section 3 - Normal Operation – Dealing with Faults,
which details the normal system faults that may occur.
If further assistance is required, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide in Section 2.
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Getting Started
This manual describes how the system is used for normal day-to-day operation and how to
install and configure the system.
What does a typical system consist of?
The system may be divided into three main sections: Detection, Display, and Sounder
Operation.
Detection
This is configured as a number of detection devices connected to a cable, in the form of a
ring. This is referred to as a Loop. There may be up to 126 devices on a Loop. Each Loop
can be subdivided into smaller groups of detectors, or Zones. The FireQuest panel is fitted
with one loop interface. It may also be fitted with one additional loop.
Display
There are several independent display systems on the Control Unit. The main display is the
2-line Liquid Crystal Display, (LCD) which shows all the information with text messages to
aid clarity, as well as a Zone indication. These independent indications ensure that a Fire can
be detected and located.
In addition, there are various LED’s for immediate status indication for Fire, Faults, and so
on. An optional printer records all the information for later analysis.
Note: The LED’s are supplied with chopped DC to reduce loading and therefore flicker.
Sounder Control
When an Alarm occurs, the sounders will operate in a pre-programmed arrangement. The
sounders are connected to the Control Unit, in groups, or Sectors. Each Sector output may
have a large number of sounders connected to it, all of which will operate in the same way.
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Some things you need to
know
OPERATING VOLTAGE
The operating voltage is 230v.a.c.(+10% to –15%),
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINTS
Operating Temperature –5° to +40°, RH 93% non-condensing.
QUIESCENT CURRENT
Normal condition quiescent current for the Control panel with a standard loop card is:-
1 Loop No Printer 250mA
1 Loop With printer 280mA
2 Loops No Printer 275mA
2 Loops With printer 305mA
With a Mains Fault present, the current is reduced in both cases by 20mA.
BATTERY SIZE
Max battery size which will fit into the Control Panel is 12Ah.
See the battery manufacturer’s data on battery replacement for both the standby batteries and
the memory battery, which should be typically 4 years and 8 years respectively.
BATTERY CHARGING CAPACITY
The total supply to the battery is 1.1 amps.
See the battery manufacturer’s data on battery replacement for both the standby batteries and
the memory battery, which should be typically 4 years and 8 years respectively.
Excluding the charger supply to the battery (as this has its own charging circuit); the system
24v has the capacity to supply an alarm load of up to 1.8 amps.
CURRENT LIMITS
♦ The total any single circuit can take is 700mA.
♦ The Auxiliary supply output is rated at a maximum of 500mA.
♦ The total loading must not exceed 1.8 Amps.
FIRE BRIGADE SIGNAL
There is no facility to delay the Fire Brigade signal on LPC-approved systems.
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CONNECTIONS
♦ The terminals will accept from 0.5mm2 to 2.5mm2 cables, with a cable length of 2Km,
subject to using the detector manufacturers calculations for voltage and capacitance.
Mineral Insulated Copper Clad (MICC) cable is recommended; however most of
established brands of fire-rated screened cable can generally be used.
♦ See connection details later in this Section for information on how to connect the system
components.
♦ Please take the time to read the detector manufacturers information on field devices.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
♦ To operate the system read this Manual in full before use.
♦ Please see the section on Routine Testing in this manual in accordance with relevant
sections of BS 5839 part 1 1988 and EN54.
Earth Connections
Special attention should be paid to Earth Connection. The system backbox should be
connected to earth using a 4mm Earth cable. This should be connected to the backbox using
the earth stud provided, and connected via a 5mm ring crimp, not wrapped around the stud.
All field cable screens should also be terminated on this stud or the terminal provided.
INTERNAL EARTH CONNECTIONS
Internal earth cables are there to protect the system from static damage and the user from
harm. DO NOT REMOVE THEM and ensure they are secure at all times.
LOOP EARTH CONNECTIONS
♦ The Detector manufacturer provides a connection in the base of the detector for the
termination of the Earth cable, which should be made use of. This must provide a
continuous path around each loop.
♦ Loop earths must not cross, and therefore multi-core cable must not be used.
♦ This should be connected to the box using the stud provided, and connected via a 5mm
ring crimp, not wrapped around the stud.
REPEATER COMMUNICATIONS CABLE INSTALLATION
♦ The screen from the communications cable between the Repeater and the Fire Control
panel should not be connected to the earth stud; it should be connected to the terminal
provided.
♦ The Repeater enclosure should have both an isolated screen on the data cable, and a
4mm earth cable.
♦ If the Repeater is powered from the Fire Panel the 24v supply should be in a 2-core cable
with an earth screen, as well as the data cable.
♦ If the Repeater is the main display for the building it must have all the standard elements
of the EN54 Standard included, e.g. dual supply, dual data path etc.
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Installing the Enclosure
The FireQuest Control Unit is normally supplied with the printed circuit cards fitted. These
will not be required until commissioning, and may be removed and temporarily stored in a
cool dry place.
Where the panel is fitted with a printer, this is susceptible to dust and grit, and must be
! looked after accordingly.
Fixing to wall
Remove the front door assembly by disconnecting the ribbon cables leading from the CPU,
removing the cable on TB1, and lifting off at the hinges. Remove the baseboard chassis by
removing the fixing nuts and washers, and store temporarily in a safe place.
There must be 5mm clearance at top and bottom of the box, 5mm clearance at the right, and
40mm clearance at the left, to allow for hinging.
Drill three holes in the positions indicated. Fit the wall plugs and a panhead fixing screw in
the upper mounting hole. Screw this almost home.
Hang the enclosure on this screw, and fix to the wall with the two lower screws, taking care
that the box does not twist, which would prevent the front door from closing correctly.
Tighten the top screws until the unit is securely fixed to the wall.
Remove the 20mm knockouts located on the top and bottom of the enclosure where
necessary for cable entry, and make off incoming cable conduit or glands.
The enclosure is now ready for cable installation.
Connecting Cables
All cables should be specified and installed to meet the requirements of BS5839 Part 1
Subsection 17 or local equivalent standard.
For the Loop circuit wiring, any type of unscreened or screened cable may be used with an
‘MX’ fire C.I.E.. Thus MICC, FP200, SWA, Belden shielded twisted pair, shielded
untwisted pair, unshielded untwisted pair cables, may all be used, providing that the
conductor size is not less than 1.0mm2 , and not greater than 2.5mm2 and that the cable
parameters given below are not exceeded.
When used, the Loop circuit cable screens must be joined within each device on the loop to
form a continuous cable screen.
All other cables must be of a sufficient size not to cause an excessive voltage drop.
Note: It is an I.E.E. Regulation that fire alarm cables be segregated from all other (non-fire
! alarm) cables.
All cables should have been meggered without any detection devices fitted. (See Field
Device Installation later in this section for details of cable testing). The terminal blocks will
accept cables with a cross-section of 2.5mm2 in all cases.
Cables should be stripped back, leaving 600mm within the enclosure for termination, if the
cables are brought in through the bottom of the box, or 300mm if brought in through the top.
Mains Supply
The mains supply to the Control unit should be 220-250v.d.c. 50Hz, taken from an un-
switched fused spur on a maintained power circuit.
Connection to the mains supply must be via an isolating switch reserved solely for the
purpose, its cover coloured red and labelled ‘FIRE ALARM: DO NOT SWITCH OFF’.
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The isolating device:
♦ Must be as close to the incoming supply as is practicably possible.
♦ Should be secure from unauthorised operation.
WARNING:
" FOR A SITE WHERE THE NEUTRAL OF THE MAINS SUPPLY CANNOT BE
IDENTIFIED A TWO-POLE ISOLATING DEVICE MUST BE USED WHICH
DISCONNECTS BOTH POLES SIMULTANEOUSLY. WHERE THE NEUTRAL OF
THE MAINS CAN BE IDENTIFIED, A SINGLE POLE ISOLATING DEVICE MAY
BE USED WHICH DISCONNECTS THE PHASE CONDUCTOR.
Note: If a two-pole device is used, a label must be affixed inside the unit warning of a fuse in
the neutral line.
Earthing should be in accordance with the current IEEE regulations.
All exposed metalwork and cabling conduits must be returned to earth via a suitable copper
conductor.
All cable screens are to be terminated on cable entry via suitable glands. System 0V MUST
NOT be connected to earth
It is important to ensure the correct routing of cables in order to minimise coupling effects.
In particular, power and Loop signal cables should NOT be grouped together in the same
conduit or trunking. Where it is unavoidable to run power and signal cables together, it is
recommended that the separation between them is kept to the maximum distance.
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Field Device Installation
The installation of the Detectors Bases, Manual Callpoints, Zone Monitoring Units and
Isolators should be carried out as per the relevant Detector Installation Guide. The following
notes are intended to point out possible pitfalls, which may affect the operation of the panel.
Always remember to observe the polarity of connections, and where possible, avoid wiring
! detectors on a spur.
We strongly advise against the use of multicore cables for loop wiring, and for the use of
spare cores for other services, including DC supplies, unless suitable de-coupling is fitted at
the panel to prevent crosstalk being induced from cable-to-cable via the common 'carrier'.
We suggest the with FP200-type cable, earthing is at the panel end only, with the screen
continuous. With MICC, site-earths should be minimised, but the screening should be
continuous.
DETECTOR BASES
Most manufacturers Detector Bases are interchangeable, regardless of the type of detector
being fitted in the base. However, with some types, the Short-Circuit Isolator is fitted into an
Isolator Base, and the Zone Monitoring Units and other field units are wired into via
terminals.
The Loop cabling is connected to the bases such that continuity is maintained without the
detector being present. The Isolators do not maintain cable continuity. For this reason, in
order to megger the Loop cables, and conduct the resistance checks, the bases which contain
Isolators must be temporarily fitted with Link Heads, while cable tests take place.
MANUAL CALLPOINTS
These units contain sensitive electronic circuitry, and must not, therefore, be fitted during
cable proving tests. The incoming and outgoing Loop cables should be temporarily joined
(observing polarity) using terminal blocks while cable tests are carried out.
ZONE MONITORING,INPUT,OUTPUT AND OTHER LOOP-POWERED UNITS
These units contain sensitive electronic circuitry, and must not, therefore, be fitted during
cable proving tests. The incoming and outgoing Loop cables should be temporarily joined
(observing polarity) using terminal blocks while cable tests are carried out.
CABLE INSTALLATION
Cables can be 1.5mm2 or 2.5mm2 in conduit, FP200 or MICC, with a maximum Loop length
of 2km (1km for 1.5mm), subject to the normal load calculations. Other cables may be
suitable, but they should have a core-to-core capacitance of not more than 300nF for the
loop, nor a resistance of more than 20ohms when tested as described below. Reasonable care
should be taken where possible, to avoid routing the detection loops close to any high-
voltage or high-current cables or sources.
Loop Cable Testing
The Loop cables should all be tested for continuity and isolation before being connected to
the terminals on the motherboard. They should be clearly marked with the Loop Number, the
polarity (+ or -) and the 'direction' (Out or In).
The following tests must be carried out with no devices (including callpoints, Isolators or
boxed I/O modules) fitted to the system:
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MEGGER TESTS
With the Link heads fitted in the Isolator bases (if installed), and the wiring at the Manual
Callpoints and Zone Monitoring Units (if fitted) linked out with terminal blocks, the Loop
cables should be meggered at 500v. Check that the resistance from core-to-core, and from
each core to screen or earth is not less than 200Mohms. Record the actual values for each
cable on the Pre-commissioning Test sheets.
RESISTANCE CHECKS
Link the Zone In +ve and the Zone In -ve cables together with a terminal block. Using a
digital multimeter set to ohms, measure the resistance value across the Zone Out +ve and the
Zone Out -ve cables. This must not exceed 20ohms. Remove the terminal block, and
measure the resistance across the Zone Out+ve and the Zone In +ve cables. Measure the
resistance across the Zone Out -ve and the Zone In -ve cables. These should be
approximately the same figure. Record all these values on the Pre-commissioning Test
sheets.
If the Loop resistance exceeds the maximum acceptable figure, or if the Zone +ve and Zone -
ve resistance figures differ by more than 2ohms, then there is probably a wiring error or a
high-resistance (loose) terminal on that Loop. This should be located and remedied.
! On very lightly loaded loops, there may be a need to fit a loading resistance across the loop
to prevent incorrect operation of the system 1K8 ½ watt..
Sounder Circuit Installation
The Sounder Circuits are all monitored for open- and short-circuit faults by use of a
terminating end-of-line resistor, and sounder operation is by a 24v line-reversal principle.
For these reasons, sounder circuit cabling must be checked thoroughly for faults.
The cables should run as radial circuits from the control unit and be checked as follows:
MEGGER TESTS
With no devices connected, the Sounder Circuit cables should be meggered at 500v. Check
that the resistance from core-to-core, and from each core to screen or earth is not less than
200Mohms. Record the actual values for each cable on the Pre-commissioning Test sheets.
RESISTANCE CHECKS
Link the Sounder +ve and the Sounder -ve cables together with a terminal block. Using a
digital multimeter set to ohms, measure the resistance value across the Sounder +ve and the
Sounder -ve cables. This must not exceed 20ohms. Record all these values on the Pre-
commissioning Test sheets.
When the tests are completed, fit the 4K7 end-of line resistor either within the panel, or at
the end of line or in the last device.
Note that on the 5 baseboard sounder circuits, the voltage across the EOL in normal state
will be 5V (+/-0.2).
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Cable Test Sheet (Sample)
See sample in Appendix
Standby Battery Calculations
The Battery load without the loop connected,(with the panel in a quiescent state) is between
230mA and 240mA without a printer connected and 270mA to 280mA with.
The examples below are for a requirement of 24 hours or 72 hours cover; with an assumed
Alarm load of 1.5A and no printer fitted.
For 24-hour standby
Multiply the quiescent current in amperes by 24, add 0.75 (assuming the normal practice of
allowing for the panel to run a full alarm load for 30 minutes following a 24hr power failure)
and multiply that by 1.25 (to allow for battery ageing); the answer is in Ampere Hours.
FOR 72 HOUR STANDBY
Multiply the quiescent current by 72 then add 0.75 (assuming the normal practice of
allowing for the panel to run a full alarm load for 30 minutes following a 72hr power failure)
before multiplying that by 1.25.
e.g. 0.230A x 24=5.52 + 0.75=6.27 x 1.25=7.84AH.
The battery would need to be 9 AH
Once the loop requirements have been established reference must be made to the MX Digital
loop loading calculation document (Document 17A-02-LOOP) where TYCO MX devices
are being used and the apollo loading calculation PC programme ‘LOOPCALC’ when the
devices are of the Apollo type.
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Calculating the Available Alarm Current
It is necessary to calculate the total available current for the detection loop devices and
sounder circuits. The total available current is a dependent on the hardware modules fitted.
The current can be calculated by adding up the quiescent currents from the table below and
applying that to the Y-axis of the chart. The X-axis gives the total current available where
the line intersects that current. For example, if the total quiescent current of the panel and
optional fitted hardware is 330mA, then the total loop and sounder current available would
be 1.25A.
QUIESCENT CURRENT v ALARM LOAD
450
400
350
mA (Quiescent)
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7
Alarm Load (Amps)
Installing the Control Unit
It is essential that the cable tests described in the previous sections have been carried out
before any attempt is made to install the control unit.
The assumption has been made that the procedures described can be followed, and that no
major problems are encountered. Where a problem means that a procedure cannot be
followed, and where the remedy is not immediately apparent, then Section 2 - Trouble
Shooting should be consulted.
Ensure that the cables are all marked with polarity and function. Check that all cables are
brought into the panel through suitably protected apertures, to avoid chafing. Check that the
enclosure is securely fitted, and that the screw fixings are secure.
Baseboard Installation
Check the baseboard for any obvious damage, and fit into enclosure on studs provided. Fit
washers and nuts, and tighten securely. Pay attention to the earth bonding and the alignment
of the heatsink/transformer. Fit the Front Door Data Connectors, noting the orientation of the
cable colours for later use. At this time it is also wise to check that the correct fuses are fitted
as shown in Section 2 - Trouble Shooting.
Cable Routing (must be through the top of the enclosure)
It will be easier if the cables are routed to their approximate positions and cut to length at
this stage, although they should not be made off into the terminals until instructed. Loop
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wiring is on the left hand end of the terminal block, with Outputs/Sounders in the centre
section of the terminal block, and Repeaters and supplies on the right hand section. The
incoming mains should be brought in through the top right hand side of the enclosure. The
terminal block schematic in the end of this Section should be referred to for the final
destinations of the cables.
Powering Up the Control Unit
PCB's in this system are fitted with some STATIC-SENSITIVE components, and so anti-static
! handling procedures should be followed at all times. Failure to do so may damage the cards,
and will invalidate the warranty.
Disconnect the front panel p.c.b., and then switch on the mains.
♦ Check that the incoming supply is 220-240v.a.c.
♦ Check that the PSU supply is 27.5v.d.c. (+/- 0.2v) by measuring the voltage across the
battery terminals.
♦ Remove the mains fuse and disconnect the battery before proceeding further.
♦ Connect the front panel p.c.b., and re-check the voltages.
Battery power up
The unit can be powered up on batteries only, by connecting the batteries to the battery
terminals at the bottom of the terminal field PCB and pushing and holding SW1 (located
near the battery terminals) for 5 seconds. If the batteries are suitably charged, the system will
start. The system will automatically turn off if the battery voltage falls below 22 volts.
" REMOVE THE MAINS SUPPLY AND BATTERY BEFORE THE NEXT STEP.
Detector Loop Cables
Make off the Detector Loop cables into the relevant terminal blocks, ensuring that ‘polarity’
and ‘direction’ are observed. This may be done by making off one end of the loop, and the
Isolators (if fitted) removed from their bases. Connect a 24v supply to the loop cables, noting
the polarity. Check at each Isolator in turn, starting with the one nearest the panel, that the
voltage on the incoming terminals is +24v (typical) and 0v respectively, and that there are no
volts on the outgoing terminals, with the Isolator removed. Replace the Isolator, and move to
the next Isolator and repeat the above checks. When the final Isolator has been checked,
return to the panel, and check the voltage on the incoming (un-terminated) loop cable.
Ensure that the +ve leg is connected to the +ve terminal, to complete the loop.
Sounder Circuit Cables
Make off the Sounder Circuit cables into the relevant terminal blocks, ensuring that polarity
is correct and ensure that any relays or other inductive devices are fitted with diodes reverse-
biased across the coils.
Fitting the Front Door Assembly
The front door assembly contains the controls and the operator keypad, which will be needed
to set the system up for testing. The door should be fitted to the enclosure using the knurled
screws provided, and the wiring and ribbon cables connected. Check that the front door
closes and locks securely. If not, adjust the fixings as required.
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Fitting the Programme EPROM
The socket for this EPROM is in the rear of the front panel p.c.b., and is sized to take a 2Mb
device. The notch should be at the top.
Setting the Battery Charger Voltage
This is factory set to 27.3V at 25°C. To adjust this, use VR1, which is on the right-hand side
of the Baseboard. The voltage will very dependent on temperature so any adjustments should
be made with the Test Link fitted and a 1K resistor in the place of the Battery.
Connecting the Backfire Lead
Use the 5-pin DIN socket on the door mounted CPU board.
Hardware Installation Details
Baseboard
Figure 1 FireQuest Baseboard
BASEBOARD COMPONENTS FUNCTION TABLE
Description Function
Terminal Block 1 Earth Connection
Terminal Block 2 Loop 1 +VE Out
Terminal Block 3 Loop 1 +VE In
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Description Function
Terminal Block 4 Loop 1 -VE Out
Terminal Block 5 Loop 1 -VE In
Terminal Block 6 Loop 2 +VE Out
Terminal Block 7 Loop 2 +VE In
Terminal Block 8 Loop 2 -VE Out
Terminal Block 9 Loop 2 -VE In
Terminal Block 10 Output 1 +VE
Terminal Block 11 Output 1 -VE
Terminal Block 12 Output 2 +VE
Terminal Block 13 Output 2 -VE
Terminal Block 14 Output 3 +VE
Terminal Block 15 Output 3 -VE
Terminal Block 16 Output 4 +VE
Terminal Block 17 Output 4 -VE
Terminal Block 18 Output 5 +VE
Terminal Block 19 Output 5 -VE
Terminal Block 20 Repeater A (out)
Terminal Block 21 Repeater B (out)
Terminal Block 22 Repeater A (return)
Terminal Block 23 Repeater B (return)
Terminal Block 24 Repeater Cable Screen (all)
Terminal Block 25 24VB
Terminal Block 26 24VB
Terminal Block 27 0VB
Terminal Block 28 0VB
Fuse 1 Sounder Circuit 1 Resettable Fuse (800 mA Trip 400 mA Hold)
Fuse 2 Sounder Circuit 2 Resettable Fuse (800 mA Trip 400 mA Hold)
Fuse 3 Printer Fuse (2A)
Fuse 4 Sounder Circuit 3 Resettable Fuse (800 mA Trip 400 mA Hold)
Fuse 5 5V Fuse (1A)
Fuse 6 Sounder Circuit 4 Resettable Fuse (800 mA Trip 400 mA Hold)
Fuse 7 Sounder Circuit 5 Resettable Fuse (800 mA Trip 400 mA Hold)
Fuse 8 24V AUX Fuse (500 mA)
Fuse 9 Battery Fuse (3A)
Fuse 10 24V Fuse (1A)
Fuse 11 24V IN Fuse (3A)
LK 1 Sounder 1 Setup
LK 2 Reset Link - Link For Reset
LK 3 Sounder 2 Setup
LK 4 Engineer Test Link
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Description Function
LK 5 Sounder 3 Setup
LK 6 Sounder 4 Setup
LK 7 Sounder 5 Setup
LK 8 Buzzer Link
LK 9 Earth Link
LK 10 Fault Output Control
TB1 Printer / CPU 5V
TB2 Field Wiring
TB3 Mains Terminal Block
PL1 Edge Connector To CPU
PL2 Loop Card Socket (Loop 1)
PL3 Loop Card Socket (Loop 2)
PL4 Network Connector
PL5 Temperature Probe Socket
PL6 Expansion Port
PL7 VREF Control - Not Used
ST1 Field Wiring Earth Tag
Baseboard – Additional Information
SOUNDER CIRCUIT/VOLT FREE OUTPUT SELECTION
The output relays can be field-configured for Sounder (24v line-reversal) or Volt-free
operation as follows:
For Sounder Operation
Fit Relay in its base biased towards the top of the base
Fit Link 1 and 2 on configuration link
For Volt-free Operation
Fit Relay in its base biased towards the bottom of the base
For a Normally Closed contact, fit Link 2 and 3 on configuration link
For a Normally Open contact, fit Link 1 and 2 on configuration link
" ALL FIELD EARTH CONNECTIONS SHOULD BE TERMINATED ON ST1
ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD THE TRANSFORMER STUD BE USED.
5V SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR THE CPU AND PRINTER (IF FITTED) AND
NOT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.
THE MAINS COVER SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED
LK 10 Changes the function of the Common Fault relay to operate as a programmable output
- the default is as Common Fault relay. Link 1 and 2 for programmable relay, 2 and 3 for
Common Fault
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NETWORK MODULE
The Network Module will be required for connecting a number of panels using a 2-wire
Network Loop. The Network Interface fits as a ‘daughter’ board onto the Baseboard and
connects to PL4.
PL4 may still be used for External Node Connection.
Pin Outs For PL4:
Pin 1 0V
Pin 2 0V
Pin 3 24V
Pin 4 24V
Pin 5 Network Interface TX
Pin 6 Network Interface RX
Pin 7 0V
Pin 8 Network Enable
Door mounted CPU Board
Figure 2 Door-mounted CPU card (seen from inside of door)
CPU BOARD FUNCTION TABLE
Description Function
PL3 Printer Interface Connector
SK1 Backfire / Keyboard Connector
TB1 CPU/Printer 5V Terminal
LK1 Battery Link
LK2 Reset Link - Short to reset
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IC23 Eprom Socket
B1 Battery
CPU Board – Additional Information
Upload / Download is achieved through the Keyboard Connector on the CPU Board.
♦ CPU Reset Link – Short out to Reset CPU.
♦ CPU Battery Link - Should be left connected. Disconnection will empty the
configuration memory when power is lost.
♦ CPU Terminal Block - As labelled on drawing
♦ CPU Edge Connector - To Baseboard
♦ PL3 - Printer Interface connector
♦ EPROM - Mounted on socket.
♦ Terminal Block 5V should not be used to power anything other than CPU or printer.
Internal Wiring
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
D D
PRINTER PORT AND SUPPLY
OUTPUT RELAYS 1 TO 5 500 mA 24V OUTPUT
MAINS SUPPLY IN
EPROM LOOP 1 WIRING LOOP 2 WIRING FIELD CABLE EARTH
MEMORY BATTERY LINK
REPEATER WIRING
C C
34 WAY RIBBON
CPU & DISPLAY
LCD CONTRAST ADJUST
B B
DIN CONNECTOR FOR KEYBOARD 5V ORANGE
BASE BOARD
AND PC LINK TO "BACKFIRE" OP ( PRINTER 0V) BLUE ALL 16/0.2
5P ( PRINTER 5V) VIOLET
0V BLACK PRINTER FUSE5 VOLT FUSE
BATTERY - BATTERY +
LOOP 2 PLUG IN CARD
LOOP 1 PLUG IN CARD
A A
Title
FireQuest Internal Wiring
Size Number Revision
A3
2535v1 1
Date: 3-Aug-1999 Sheet1 of 1
File: H:\PROTEL\PROJ\FQ98\2535V1.SCH Drawn By: ACD
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Figure 3 FireQuest – Internal Wiring
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Printer
Paper Feed
Use the push-button mounted on the printer panel to feed the paper.
Loading Paper
To change the Paper Roll, move Lever to release the paper.
Remove the old Paper Roll. Locate the new Paper Roll on
the Spindle and feed through the Paper Roller.
Excess paper needs to be fed
through the Printer Cover to allow
for correct spooling.
EPSON
PRINTER COVER
LEVER
PAPER
ROLLER
PAPER ROLL
SPINDLE
REPLACEMENT ROLL - PART NO. PRT/TP2
Backfire Connection
Refer to Backfire Configuration Manual
BACKFIRE CABLE DETAILS
9 Pin D type 5 Pin 180° DIN
2 3
3 1
5 4
Link pins 1, 6, 4 together
Link pins 7 & 8
PINS 2 & 4 ARE TTL ON THE DIN PLUG AND DAMAGE WILL OCCUR IF USED
" INCORRECTLY.
THE PC WILL EARTH THE FIRE PANEL WHEN CONNECTED; ENSURE
SYSTEM IS FREE OF EARTH BEFORE PLUGGING IN.
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Repeater Connections
There are a number of versions of repeater available with the FireQuest panel. The simplest
type can be just an LCD repeater, or it can be an LCD Repeater with Zone Lamps and Local
controls. If the Repeater is of that type, then the following details are applicable. If the
Repeater is a Full-function FireQuest Repeater, then please see the FireQuest Repeater
Manual.
If a Repeater is being connected to the Fire Panel, it must have the following connections:
♦ Connect from the Baseboard Terminals (marked REPT A, REPT SCR, REPT B) to the
corresponding terminals on the Repeater. If there is more than one repeater, connect on
from the first to the second and so on..
♦ Set the Repeater Addresses: The first repeater MUST be set to address 02, the next to
address 03 and so on.
♦ Connect the Power (if not integral). This may be in the range 10-35V d.c.
♦ Ensure that there is a link fitted on PL8 if there is not an Enable key.
Fuse 1 is the 5V fuse and Fuse 2 is the Vin fuse; both should be 500mA.
LK1 is the Buzzer enable link. Remove this to disable the buzzer.
LED1 is the Power On LED.
LED3 (yellow) is the Watchdog LED. If this is lit, the CPU has failed.
LED’s 2,4, and 5 show the communications status, and under normal operation,
these should be pulsing intermittently.
Repeater Self test
The Repeater has a range of built-in test routines. Set the address switches to
read ‘77’, and re-apply power. Follow the on-screen prompts to check:
♦ That the Display is operating fully
♦ That the Switches all operate
♦ That the communications operates
♦ That the Address Switches are being correctly read
And so on.
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Repeater Internal Wiring
Figure 4 - Repeater Internal Wiring
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Field Device Specifications
This Appendix gives more details for the following detector ranges: Apollo, Hochiki, Nittan
Apollo Apollo XP95/Series 90
No Usage Abbreviation
0 Heat (Rate of Rise) ROR HEAT
1 Sounder SOUNDER
2 Digital (I/O Units) DIGITAL
3 Ionisation Smoke Detector ION
4 Shop Interface Unit SHOP UNIT
5 Optical Smoke Detector PHOTOELEC
6 Fixed Heat Detector HEAT
7 Manual Callpoint (inc. CPM) MAN CP
8 Control Unit Monitor CUM
9 Device Monitor Unit DMU
10 XP95 Loop Sounder XP SOUNDR
11 XP95 I/O Unit XP I/O
12 XP95 O/P Unit XP O/P
13 XP95 ZMU XP ZMU
14 XP95 Switch Monitor XP SWITCH
15 XP95 Switch Monitor Plus XP SWTCH+
16 XP95 Priority Switch Monitor XP PRI SW
17 XP95 Sounder Group XP GROUP
18 XP95 High Sensor Optical
19 XP95 High Temp Fixed
20 Discovery Optical Multi-Crit
21 Discovery Dual Sensor
22 XP95 Beam Detector
23 XP95 Flame Detector
As some of the Apollo XP95 devices send back the same ‘type’ code, then in the SELF
! LEARN sequence, the panel cannot distinguish one from the other. These are types 14, 15,
and 16. In these cases, the device type will have to be entered manually after the self learn
process, to ensure correct operation.
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XP95 Ancillary Specification
Mini Mini Switch Switch Zone Sounder Input/ Output
Switch Switch Monitor Monitor Monitor Control Output Unit
Monitor Monitor Plus Unit Unit
Protocol Usage with
Interrupt
Command Bits
O/P Bit 2 LED/Rem LED/Rem LED LED Detector Ind or Grp Not Used Not Used
LED Control
O/P Bit 1 Self Test Self Test Self Test Self Test Self Test Pulsed Not Used Not Used
Mode
O/P Bit 0 Fault Test Not Used Not Used Opto Reset Reset Zone Continuou Relay Relay
s Mode Operation Operation
Interrupt No Yes No No No No No No
Analogue Value
Quiescent 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16
Fault 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 n/a
Pre-alarm 48+/-3 n/a 48+/-3 48+/-3 n/a n/a n/a n/a
Alarm 64 64 64 64 64 n/a n/a n/a
Input Bits
I/P Bit 2 LED/Rem LED/Rem LED LED Det. LED Ind/Grp Not Used Not Used
confirmed confirmed confirmed confirmed confirmed addr conf
I/P Bit 1 Self Test High=Qui Self Test Self Test Self Test Pulsed Unmon. Not Used
confirmed Low=Alm confirmed confirmed confirmed mode conf I/P status
I/P Bit 0 Fault Test High=Alm Confirms Opto-reset Reset Continuou Monitored Not Used
confirmed Low=Qui O/P bit 0 confirmed confirmed s mode I/P status
conf
Type Bits
Bit 2, 1, 0 100 111 100 100 100 001 010 010
Bit 4, 3 01 11 01 01 00 00 00 00
XP95 Flag Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Alarm Flag Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No No
Interrupt/Alarm
Address Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No
Loop Current
(total)
Quiescent 1mA 730µA 1mA 2mA 1.2mA 720µA
Alarm 3.5mA 3.4mA 3.5mA n/a 4.5mA n/a
S/C 2mA 3.5mA 3.5mA 4mA 6mA n/a
Max 3.5mA 5.6mA 5.6mA 4mA 6mA 3.3mA
Surge 3mA for 2.5mA for 2.4mA for 3.5mA for 3.5mA for 3mA for
60mS 65mS 94mS 150mS 150mS 100mS
Rly/Sndr operated n/a n/a n/a 3mA 4.5mA 3.3mA
Max per loop 30 30 30 30 20 30
External Supply
required No No No No No Yes No No
Resistance req
for:
EOL 20KΩ 20KΩ 20KΩ 20KΩ 10KΩ 20KΩ n/a
Alarm 1KΩ 1KΩ 1KΩ 1KΩ n/a 4K7 n/a
Pre-alarm 10KΩ n/a 10KΩ 10KΩ n/a n/a n/a
Special Pre-alarm Pre-alarm Beam Sychro in Additional
Functions Detector pulse unmonitor
Reset. mode. ed opto-
Time delay Group isolated
on input Addressing input
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Hochiki
ESP Device Types
No Usage Abbreviation
0 Manual Callpoint MAN CP
18 Addressable Base ADD BASE
20 Master Base MAST BASE
21 Mini Zone Monitor MINI ZONE
25 Dual Zone Monitor DUAL ZONE
57 Dual Switch Monitor DUAL SWCH
94 Addressable Sounder
120 Dual Sounder Controller DUAL SNDR
124 Dual Relay Controller DUAL RLY
136 Optical Detector PHOTOELEC
152 Fixed Heat Detector HEAT
168 Ionisation Detector ION
216 Multisensor
255 Unused (Not scanned) UNUSED
Additional Features of ESP Detectors
Under normal circumstances, the Apollo XP95 and the Hochiki ESP ranges are treated in the
same way. However, there are some aspects where users of Apollo XP95 systems may notice
that the ESP range differs in operation. In particular, the Device Types (which are set as
numbers from 1 to 10 for Apollo) are more diverse, and can have 3-digit values. This is dealt
with in the manual by showing the two types in their own charts.
Power Up Sequence
The Hochiki ESP detector range has a somewhat more complex power-up sequence, which
takes a few minutes to initialise the devices. The panel will display the message
01/JAN/97 12:34
LOOP INITIALISATION IN PROGRESS
You may note that the LED’s on the detectors and callpoints flash at irregular intervals while
initialising (and in particular, if there are any Ionisation detectors, the LED on the lowest
address device on each loop will flash almost continuously for one minute - this is normal).
While initialising, the panel will be checking the detectors, and the Device Fault indicator
may light, even though the initialising is not finished. This does mean that there is a device
fault, which can be investigated (by pressing the MENU key with the CONTROLS
keyswitch set to OFF for example) and rectified once the initialisation is completed.
Once the panel has finished initialising, the detector LED’s will flash once every 13 seconds
approximately (irrespective of the number of devices). The alarm response time is not a
function of the 13 seconds, as the devices use an interrupt to generate an alarm within the
relevant timescales as set by the British Standards.
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Device Test
The Device test function for the Hochiki ESP range is different depending upon the type of
device in question. Having entered the relevant passcode and selected the menu item, the
screen will show (typically): ADDRESS DEVICE TYPE
DEVICE TEST 1001 HEAT
VALUE=N°C SET=X°C
However, should the device under test not be of the same type as is stored in the panel
memory (i.e. differs from the system configuration), then the screen might show:
DEVICE TEST 1001 CON=ION LP=HEAT
THIS IS THE TYPE
VALUE=N°C SET=X°C WHICH HAS BEEN
THIS IS THE TYPE FOUND ON THE
WHICH IS LOOP AT THAT
CONFIGURED IN ADDRESS
THE MEMORY
! The value data shown is always that of the device type actually found on the loop (if different
from the configured type)
The display will show (on the second line) slightly different data for each type of device as
follows:
OPTICAL DETECTORS
VALUE=0.01%/M SET=3.00%/M
THIS IS THE ALARM VALUE: IT IS MULTIPLIED BY 10 IN BACKFIRE TO
ALLOW EASIER SCALING (I.E. A VALUE OF 35 IN BACKFIRE WILL SHOW
AS A VALUE OF 3.5 IN THIS TEST)
HEAT DETECTORS
VALUE=X°C SET=Y°C
THIS ACTUALLY REPRESENTS
THE TEMPERATURE IN° C
IONISATION DETECTORS
VALUE=0.X SET=0.35
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DUAL ZONE MONITOR
ZN1=NORM ZN2=NORM THIS CAN SAY
NORM(AL)
FLT
FIRE
AS REQUIRED
If there is a failure of the PSU it will say:
PSU FAIL
MANUAL CALLPOINT
This can have the following states:
STATE=NORM
STATE=FIRE
or
. FAULTY
MINI ZONE MONITOR
STATE=NORM
THIS CAN SAY OPEN (CCT), SHORT (CCT), FIRE
AS REQUIRED
ADDRESSABLE BASE
STATE=NORM
THIS CAN SAY
FAULTY (=ZONE O/C OR HEAD MISSING)
SHORT (ZONE IS SHORT CCT)
FIRE
AS REQUIRED
MASTER ADDRESSABLE BASE
STATE=NORM
THIS CAN SAY
MISSING (NO HEAD FITTED)
FIRE
AS REQUIRED
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DUAL RELAY CONTROLLER
INPUT=OFF
THIS CAN SAY
ON
OPEN (CCT)
SHORT (CCT)
AS REQUIRED
DUAL SOUNDER CONTROLLER
INPUT=OFF O/P1=OPEN O/P2=OPEN
THIS CAN SAY IF THIS AREA IS BLANK, THEN
ON O/P1 AND O/P 2 ARE NORMAL
OPEN (CCT) OPEN=OPEN CCT
SHORT (CCT) SHORT=SHORT CCT
or
PSU FAIL
DUAL SWITCH MONITOR
I/P1=OFF IP2=OFF
or
FAULTY
Output Bit Control
There is no facility for Output bit manual control with the Hochiki ESP detector range.
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Nittan
Device Types
No Usage Abbreviation
0 Manual Callpoint MAN CP
1 Ionisation Smoke ION
2 Fixed Heat FIXED
3 Optical Smoke PHOTOELEC
4 Output Module OCM
5 Monitor/Control MCM
6 Sounder Module SCM
7 Addressable Base 3RB
8 Monitor Module NAM
9 Rate of Rise Heat ROR HEAT
AS Device Details
NITTAN ‘AS’ Devices: Communication Code Summary
Mode Command Ionisation Optical Heat Call Address Monitor Sounder
point - able -ing Control
Base Module Module
COLLECT DATA COMMANDS
1 01 Collect Analogue Data
Analogue Data G1 G2 G3 G1
Sensitivity High Norm Low High Norm Low 58C 66C 74C 82C
Fire 20 26 31 18 22 26 42 48 53 58 28 28 28 30
Pre Alarm 17 22 25 15 19 21 - - - - - - -
Normal 2-16 2-21 2-24 2-14 2-17 2-20 1-43 1-47 1-52 1-57 2-27 2-27 2-27 2-29
Fault 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
DI Meaning Always 0 Always 0 0=Low Always 0 0=No PSU Flt
1=High 1=PSU Flt
Type Data 01 11 10 00 00 00 00
CONTROL COMMANDS
0 1110 LED on LED on LED on - - - -
+ Fire Test on + Fire Test on + Fire Test on
0 1101 Fire Test on Fire Test on Fire Test on Fire Test on Sounders
Pulsing
0 1011 LED on LED on LED on - - Relay Sounders
On Conts
0 1000 Reset Reset Reset Reset Reset Reset Reset
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CABLE TEST SHEET
SECTION 1
PANEL SERIAL NO PROJECT NAME ENGINEER
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DESCRIPTION TARGET
SOUNDER 1
SOUNDER 2
SOUNDER 3
SOUNDER 4
SOUNDER 5
LOOP 1
LOOP 2
LOOP 3
LOOP 4
LOOP 5
LOOP 6
LOOP 7
LOOP 8
Cable Test Sheet (Sample)
REPEATER POWER
REPEATER DATA
CORE-TO-CORE 500Mohm MIN
CORE 1 TO SCREEN 500Mohm MIN
CORE 2 TO SCREEN 500Mohm MIN
LOOP OUT+VE TO LOOP BACK +VE 2 ohm MAX
LOOP OUT –VE TO LOOP BACK -VE 2 ohm MAX
CAPACITANCE CORE-TO-CORE 0.1µF MAX
µ
SCREEN TO EARTH 500Mohm MIN
CORE 1 TO EARTH 500Mohm MIN
CORE 2 TO EARTH 500Mohm MIN
