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FlexZone™ Product Guide
P/N 466-2877 • REV C • ISS 19MAR19

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  • Page 1 FlexZone™ Product Guide P/N 466-2877 • REV C • ISS 19MAR19...
  • Page 2 Directive 2014/30/EU and/or 2014/35/EU. For more information see www.utcfireandsecurity.com or www.interlogix.com. 2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Important information ii Chapter 1 System planning 1 Introduction 2 Security factors 3 Fence structures 3 Site survey 6 Perimeter layout guidelines 7 High security installations 16 Chapter 2 Installation 19 Installing the sensor cable 20 Installing the FlexZone processor 40 Chapter 3 Calibration and setup 57 The Universal Configuration Module 58...

  • Page 4: Important Information

    Important information Regulatory information This device conforms to EN 61000-6-4: 2001 relating to Electromagnetic compatibility for emission standards for industrial environments. This device conforms to EN 50130-4: 1995 + amendments A1: 1998 & A2: 2003 relating to Electromagnetic compatibility for immunity requirements for components of fire, intruder, and social alarm systems.
  • Page 5 For further details on the products, please refer to the product information included in the UCM software CD. For contact information, see our Web site: utcfssecurityproducts.eu www.interlogix.com For customer support, see www.interlogix.com/customer-support Copyright © 2019 UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 7: System Planning

    Chapter 1 System planning Content Introduction 2 Installation overview 2 Security factors 3 Fence structures 3 Standard flexible fence types 4 Rigid fence types 5 Gates 5 Environment 6 Site survey 6 Perimeter layout guidelines 7 FlexZone sensor cable 8 Cable layout guidelines 9 Double pass coverage 11 Processor location guidelines 13...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Chapter 1: System planning Introduction The FlexZone fence protection system uses loose-tube coaxial sensor cables mounted on a fence to detect vibrations caused by climbing, cutting, lifting, or otherwise disturbing the fence fabric. Each FlexZone processor can monitor the activity from one or two sensor cables, each up to 300 m long, and will report the alarm status of up to 60 software defined sensor zones.

  • Page 9: Security Factors

    Chapter 1: System planning Security factors There are many important factors to consider when planning a fence-mounted perimeter security system: • Fence height - The fence must be high enough to present an effective barrier to climb-over intrusions. It should also include climb-over deterrent hardware such as barbed wire or razor ribbon (for flexible fences).

  • Page 10: Standard Flexible Fence Types

    Chapter 1: System planning Standard flexible fence types Figure 1: Fence types chain-link welded mesh expanded metal Chain-link fence Chain-link fence is comprised of steel wires that are bent lengthwise into zig-zag patterns. The zig-zag wires are vertically woven to form the characteristic diamond pattern.

  • Page 11: Rigid Fence Types

    Chapter 1: System planning Rigid fence types Rigid fence types do not conduct vibrations as well as flexible fence types due to their materials and construction. FlexZone provides an increased sensitivity setting for use with rigid fences. It is recommended to install the FlexZone sensor on a limited length section of the rigid fence to test and verify that the detection sensitivity meets the security requirements before installing a full length perimeter.

  • Page 12: Site Survey

    Chapter 1: System planning • Prevent locking hardware from moving in the wind. • Prevent sliding gate track hardware, supports, guides, etc., from rattling in the wind. Gates that are not protected by sensor cable are bypassed via software. The sensor cable is installed inside conduit, underground, from one side of the gate to the other, and the bypassing cable is set as non-detecting (it does not report alarms).

  • Page 13: Perimeter Layout Guidelines

    Chapter 1: System planning • The locations of existing structures (include fences, gates, buildings, roads, etc.). Verify that mounting surfaces comply with established standards for installation and stability. • The locations of obstacles such as vegetation and trees. Figure 3: Sample site plan terminator (typical) gate disconnect proc #2...

  • Page 14: Flexzone Sensor Cable

    Chapter 1: System planning • Power supply - indicate the type of power supply and the power distribution plan. • Alarm communication wiring (relay output or network alarm communications). • Power/data via sensor cables. FlexZone sensor cable Figure 4: FlexZone sensor cable reel Figure 5: FlexZone sensor cable description braided stranded center...

  • Page 15: Cable Layout Guidelines

    Chapter 1: System planning * FlexZone sensor cable may include a mylar film between the outer black jacket and the braided shield. The mylar film is used in the cable extrusion process and has no effect on the cable’s function. FlexZone sensor cable comes in 150 m lengths.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: System planning • For flexible fences greater than 4.3 m tall - a double pass of sensor cable at 1/3 and 2/3 the fence height. • For vinyl coated fences - a double pass of sensor cable at 1/3 and 2/3 the fence height.

  • Page 17: Double Pass Coverage

    Chapter 1: System planning to verify alarms and alarm location. When setting up the camera views, ensure that there is at least 6 m of overlapping coverage at each zone boundary. Service loops (flexible fences) Service loops provide extra sensor cable along the fence to make cable repairs. Allot 75 cm of cable each 50 m for a service loop.
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: System planning Figure 7: Single processor, double cable pass configuration 300 m 1/3 fence height terminator A side cable matching matching 1/3 fence height terminator start points end points identical features B side cable 1/3 fence height For a multi-processor FlexZone installation with a double pass of sensor cable using software zoning, precise target locating, as well as power and data over the sensor cables there are a number of requirements that must be observed.

  • Page 19: Processor Location Guidelines

    Chapter 1: System planning Processor location guidelines The FlexZone processor can be mounted outdoors on a post, either on, or separate from, the fence on which the sensor cables are installed (see Figure 9). A rigid fixed post is recommended for outdoor applications. The FlexZone processor can also be installed indoors or outdoors on a flat stable surface.
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: System planning Figure 10: Power and data distribution via sensor cables FlexZone processor processor network address sync master comm channel splice/termination cable side sensor cable with power & data sensor cable network wiring 48 VDC power block 48 VDC power supply Auxiliary device output power Processors that are receiving power over the sensor cables can supply up to 2 W of power to an auxiliary security device through T4, the power connector.
  • Page 21 Chapter 1: System planning To take advantage of the Silver Network’s redundant communications capability, two of the connected processors require NICs and connections to a Network interface unit (NIU). In this way network communications will travel in both directions over the sensor cables, so that a single break in a sensor cable will not interrupt communications.

  • Page 22: High Security Installations

    Chapter 1: System planning Cable connectors The splice kit is used to join two FlexZone cables together, and to join lead-in cable to sensor cable. The splice kit is also used to make cable repairs. The termination kit is used in situations where a FlexZone sensor cable is not connected to another FlexZone sensor cable.
  • Page 23 Chapter 1: System planning Figure 11: High-security redundancy (2.1 km example) FlexZone™ Product Guide...

  • Page 25: Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation Content Installing the sensor cable 20 Cable handling rules 20 FlexZone sensor cable conditioning 20 Installing cable on chain-link fences 24 Installing cable on weld-mesh fence 29 Double pass cable installation 29 Installing cable on rigid fences 30 Sensor cable connections 30 Installing sensor cable on gates 37 Gate disconnect assembly 39...

  • Page 26: Installing The Sensor Cable

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing the sensor cable Caution: FlexZone sensor cable must be conditioned before it is attached to the fence. Caution: When installing FlexZone sensor cable during periods of freezing weather (below 0º C, 32º F) additional care must be taken as the sensor cable is less flexible, and the polypropylene cable ties may be prone to failure.
  • Page 27 Chapter 2: Installation thereby providing the greatest sensitivity. Cable conditioning requires two people to complete and typically takes less than 10 minutes for a 150 m sensor cable. Cable conditioning procedure Part 1 - loosening the center conductor: 1. Dispense the sensor cable alongside the fence in a long straight line. 2.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Installation 6. The first person applies 2 kg (4.5 lb) of pulling tension to the center conductor with the pliers while maintaining a firm grip on the cable’s black jacket. Note: Maintain a firm grip and consistent pulling tension, and keep the sensor cable taut and in-line with the second person during the center conductor loosening procedure.
  • Page 29 Chapter 2: Installation Note: If the center conductor does not move back and forth easily (or at all) during the flossing process, it is likely bound somewhere inside the cable. In this case, repeat waving and tapping and flossing until the center conductor moves freely and easily.

  • Page 30: Installing Cable On Chain-Link Fences

    Chapter 2: Installation Figure 19: Tapping the sensor cable / Waving the sensor cable apply 2.3 to 4.5 kg (5 to 10 lb) pulling hold the cable tension to the center conductor first person second person 3. Continue this back and forth flossing motion until the center conductor moves easily with very little resistance.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2: Installation Note: Galvanized fencing occasionally has rough patches from the galvanizing process. Avoid attaching the sensor cable at locations where rough galvanizing can potentially damage the cable. Installing cable ties Using UV resistant polypropylene cable ties, secure the cable to the fence fabric at the midpoint of the chain-link.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 22: Cable at fence posts the cable should be snug against the fence post fence post (not stretched tightly) sensor cable secure the cable at both sides of each fence post At corners or heavy gauge posts Install sensitivity loops at all fence corners and at any heavy gauge fence posts.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 24: Optional Zone demarcation loops for software defined zone boundaries (protected gate access) Zone n Zone n+2 Zone n+1 protected gates min. 15º slope inactive bypass cable zone demarcation loops zone demarcation loops (assigned to Zone 0) Service loops •...
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Installation Installing cable on chain-link Figure 27: Installation procedure diagram second post start point post third post spacing 20-30 cm 1. Dispense the sensor cable alongside the installation location on the secure side of the fence. Do not allow the sensor cable to fall off the spool, as it may twist and kink.

  • Page 35: Installing Cable On Weld-Mesh Fence

    Chapter 2: Installation Installing cable on weld-mesh fence Note: Follow the installation instructions and use the height recommendations for chain-link fences when installing sensor cable on weld-mesh fence. • Install the sensor cable on the secure side of the fence (the side opposite the threat).

  • Page 36: Installing Cable On Rigid Fences

    Chapter 2: Installation Figure 29: Double pass cable installation max. 300 m zone demarcation loop service loop B side cable matching end points at cable tie spacing matching terminators identical consistent for start points e.g., 275 m features both passes e.g., 2 m A side cable Installing cable on rigid fences...
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Installation on removable terminal blocks, which plug into connectors on the processor. Splice and termination connections are made on terminal blocks that are mounted on small circuit card assemblies (CCA). Figure 31: Splice CCA & Terminator CCA terminator CCA splice CCA shield shield...
  • Page 38 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 33: Preparing FlexZone sensor cable steps 3 & 4 5. Trim back the clear tube to a length of 5 mm by carefully removing app. 15 mm from the end of the cable. DO NOT nick the center conductor. 6.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 35: Processor sensor cable connections steps 7 & 8 9. Repeat this procedure for the B Side sensor cable. 10. Pull the sensor cables back out through the cable glands until they are the correct length to plug into T9 (A Side to terminals 1, 2, 3; B Side to terminals 4, 5, 6).
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Installation 10. Insert the center conductors into opposing terminals on the splice circuit card assembly (CCA) and tighten the screws. Insert the twisted braided shields into the adjacent opposing terminals on the splice CCA, and tighten the screws. 11.
  • Page 41 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 40: Mounting the splice enclosure 15 cm FlexZone™ Product Guide...
  • Page 42 Chapter 2: Installation Sensor cable terminations See "Cable preparation (all connections)" on page 31 for steps 1 to 6. 7. For terminations bend and form the section of twisted braided shield on the left side of the cable into a conductor that is parallel with, and separated from, the center conductor by 5 mm.

  • Page 43: Installing Sensor Cable On Gates

    Chapter 2: Installation Figure 43: Sensor cable terminations steps 11 & 12 locking tabs in slots dual cable guide bars dual cable guide bars center the terminator CCA between the dual cable guide bars 13. Attach the enclosure to the fence. Form a 20 cm drip loop and install the enclosure horizontally to protect the cable entry points from rain and run off.
  • Page 44 Chapter 2: Installation • Install a bypass cable below ground inside conduit. • Continue installing the cable on the remainder of the fence. Gate bypass cable To bypass a gate in a FlexZone zone, run the sensor cable from one side of the gate to the other, underground inside conduit.

  • Page 45: Gate Disconnect Assembly

    Chapter 2: Installation 2. Make a service loop that reaches the gate without binding the cable when the gate is fully opened in either direction. 3. Run the sensor cable around the perimeter of the gate panel in a diamond pattern, app.

  • Page 46: Installing The Flexzone Processor

    Chapter 2: Installation Figure 47: Gate disconnect assembly female cap female disconnect cable tie splice kit (X 2) protective rubber cover disconnect assembly male cap gear clamp male disconnect cable tie bracket gear clamp Installation instructions 1. Place the male cap stay wire over the open end of the non-detecting cable on the male connector.
  • Page 47 Chapter 2: Installation mounted FlexZone processor. Figure 48 below illustrates the FlexZone processor features and Table 1 includes feature descriptions. Figure 48: FlexZone processor features Table 1: Processor features Item Description Item Description Network interface card mounting T8 - Form C relay output connections hardware (X 2) (X4), Normally Closed, Common, Normally Open...
  • Page 48 Chapter 2: Installation T1 - tamper input T9 (terminals 4, 5, 6) - B Side sensor cable input (4 & 6 = shield, 5 = center conductor) SD Active LED T4 - power input (- +) 12 to 48 VDC SD record button (ON/OFF) T7 - Auxiliary inputs (self-test/auxiliary device inputs) AUX 1 - +, AUX 2 - +...
  • Page 49 Chapter 2: Installation • If razor ribbon is installed along the bottom of the fence, mount the processor on the secure side of the perimeter, away from the fence and razor ribbon. Caution: For installations in environments which include hot sunny periods, it is recommended that a sun shield be installed to protect the enclosure from direct sunlight, or that the enclosure be installed in a shady area.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 51: Post-mounting the enclosure (on the fence) Surface mounting 1. Hold the enclosure against the mounting surface, and mark the positions of the 4 mounting holes. 2. Drill 4 holes in the mounting surface. 3. Using appropriate hardware, mount the enclosure. Figure 52: Surface-mounting the enclosure FlexZone™...

  • Page 51: Grounding

    Chapter 2: Installation Grounding Each FlexZone processor, or connected block of FlexZone processors, requires a single ground reference. For a connected block of processors sharing power over the sensor cables, the power supply ground serves as the ground reference for each processor. For a single (standalone) processor that is not connected to other FlexZone processors, and for processors receiving PoE, connect the ground lug on the bottom of the enclosure to an approved earth ground at the processor’s location.

  • Page 52: Processor Wiring Connections

    Chapter 2: Installation Figure 53: Self-test/Auxiliary device input wiring examples AUX 1 AUX 2 Local control mode Network control mode AUX 1 AUX 2 dual resistor supervision dual resistor supervision NC alarm NC supervision NO alarm NC supervision 4.3 K 5.1 K NO self-test inputs Network control mode...

  • Page 53: Silver Network Wiring Connections

    Chapter 2: Installation Figure 54: FlexZone processor wiring diagram power self-test/auxiliary A-Side B-Side relay outputs input inputs sensor cable AUX 1 AUX 2 RELAY 1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 A-SIDE B-SIDE POWER NC COM NO NC COM NO NC COM NO NC COM NO T4 power output for...
  • Page 54 Chapter 2: Installation • Single-mode fiber optic cable (1310 nm) - 10 km (6.2 mi.) - 2 fibers per Channel - optical power budget 8 dB • Ethernet - Category 5 cable, 100 m between PoE switch and processor location Note: Use low capacitance shielded twisted pair data cable for EIA-422, 62.5/125 multi-mode fiber optic cable, 9/125 single-mode fiber optic cable, and...
  • Page 55 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 56: Silver Network Ethernet wiring connections expansion header T1 (on solder side) (plugs into T2 on processor) mounting hardware (X 2) PoE NIC DC output (12 VDC) Ethernet network connection T4 processor power input The PoE NIC typically receives power over its Ethernet connection.
  • Page 56 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 57: Silver Network data connections (loop configurations) EIA-422 Fiber Optic   TXA+ RXB+   TXA- RXB- RXA+  TXB+  RXA- TXB- GND* * Use single point grounding, connect one end of shield, trim back the other end and leave it disconnected.
  • Page 57 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 59: Silver Network fiber optic wiring diagram maximum 60 processors first processor second processor last processor TXA RXA TXA RXA maximum distance between processors single-mode fiber optic = 10 km (6.2 miles) multi-mode fiber optic = 2.2 km (1.4 miles) Network Interface Unit TXB RXB TXA RXA...
  • Page 58 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 61: Silver Network Ethernet + Loop wiring diagram maximum 60 processors first processor second processor Ethernet NIC connection settings third processor Category 5 Ethernet cable SMS PC class 3 FlexZone sensor cable switch Network Manager fourth processor computer maximum distance between processor...

  • Page 59: Power Connections

    Chapter 2: Installation Power connections WARNING: DO NOT bring AC mains power into the FlexZone enclosure. If a local power supply is being used, it must be installed in its own weatherproof enclosure. Consult the local electrical code for information about the connection of AC mains to your power supply.
  • Page 60 Chapter 2: Installation Power over Ethernet For power over Ethernet, a class 3 PoE switch is required. In this configuration, minimum Category 5 cable is also required and the maximum distance between the FlexZone processor and the PoE switch is 100 m. Each processor receiving PoE requires an earth ground connection.
  • Page 61 Chapter 2: Installation Figure 63: UltraWave connection diagrams (Silver Network & Relay) FlexZone™ Product Guide...

  • Page 63: Calibration And Setup

    Chapter 3 Calibration and setup Content The Universal Configuration Module 58 Understanding FlexZone alarm detection 59 Intruder detection 60 Initial processor setup 61 Connecting the UCM via USB 61 Setting the processor address 62 Network configuration 62 Sensor cable supervision 63 Power over sensor cables 64 Audio “listen-in”...

  • Page 64: The Universal Configuration Module

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup The Universal Configuration Module Note: Consult the online help for detailed information on UCM operation. The Universal Configuration Module (UCM) is a Windows based software application, which serves as the calibration, setup and maintenance tool for the FlexZone sensor system.

  • Page 65: Understanding Flexzone Alarm Detection

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup • Setting up the power distribution and alarm data communication schemes. • Conducting a Sensitivity Profile for each sensor cable (A-Side, B-side). • Adjusting the cables’ threshold settings and detection parameters (Event Window, Event Count, Alarm Window). •...

  • Page 66: Intruder Detection

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup by the initial contact with the fence, which is followed by a series of peaks and valleys resulting from the continued presence and changing stresses on the fence. Environmental activity is generally of longer duration, lower magnitude, and has more gradual increases and decreases.

  • Page 67: Initial Processor Setup

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup declares an alarm at a location, another alarm will not be triggered at that location for three seconds. Intrusion detection Cutting the fence fabric produces a high amplitude signal that exceeds the Threshold. The first time the detection signal exceeds the Threshold, the Event Count is incremented, and the Alarm Window time count begins.

  • Page 68: Setting The Processor Address

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup 3. Specify the connection details, e.g., Network Type: = Silver Network; Device Type = FlexZone-60 or FlexZone-4; Address = 1 (default address; select USB radio button; USB Device = FlexZone). 4. Select Connect to establish a connection to the processor. The FlexZone Status window opens.

  • Page 69: Sensor Cable Supervision

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Figure 65: FlexZone network connections 422/FO(A)<>Coax(B) Coax(A)<>422/FO(B) Coax(A)<>Ethernet Ethernet<>Coax(B) 422/FO Coax Coax + 422/FO synchronization signal (out A in B) network communication data flow Sensor cable supervision You must specify the sensor cable supervision method for each connected FlexZone sensor cable.

  • Page 70: Power Over Sensor Cables

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Power over sensor cables If this processor receives power from a 48 VDC power supply and will distribute power over the sensor cables to other processors, you must setup the power distribution scheme via the UCM. If this processor receives power over the sensor cables, and will provide power to an auxiliary device via the power connector (T4) you must setup the auxiliary power output function via the Aux Config tab on the UCM.

  • Page 71: Audio "Listen-In" Function

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup 3. Select the Input/Aux checkbox to verify the auxiliary power output function, if this processor will supply power to an auxiliary device via T4. Note: The test functions are temporary settings and the processor will revert to the Side A, Side B and Aux configuration settings when reset.

  • Page 72: Processor Calibration

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Figure 69: FlexZone Audio output via the UCM Specify the Zone, or sensor cable side(s) to Monitor. Select the Speaker button to enable or disable the listen-in function. Use the Squelch spin control to prevent low level background noise (clutter) from producing audio.

  • Page 73: Detection Parameter Setup

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Note: If a sensitivity profile indicates a drop of 20 dB within a 10 m length of cable, it indicates that there is likely a problem with either the cable at that location (e.g., improper conditioning, kinked, damaged cable) or with the fence condition at that location (e.g., loose, sagging, stretched).
  • Page 74 Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Each FlexZone installation includes many site-specific factors, therefore, each FlexZone processor must be calibrated to meet the site’s detection requirements. You can adjust the cable Threshold to increase or decrease the detection sensitivity for the full length of detecting cable. You can adjust the segment Threshold to increase or decrease the detection sensitivity of a defined cable segment.

  • Page 75: Defining The Cable Segments And Alarm Zones

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Once the Sensitivity Profile is completed and downloaded to the processor, you can set the cable Threshold. 1. Establish a UCM connection to the processor and select the Side A Cfig tab. 2. Use the cable Threshold adjustment arrows to set the Threshold for the full length of detecting cable.
  • Page 76 Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Defining the cable segment boundaries The following procedures are performed in the Cable Settings field of the Side A or B Cfig tab. Refer to the magnitude response plot created during the locating the cable segment boundaries tap test procedure to calculate and note the average location of each segment boundary.
  • Page 77 Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Figure 71: Defining cable segments The assigned Zone label is centered at the top of the segment No Zone label for segments assigned to Zone 0 Magnification buttons Use the Delete button to merge the selected segment with the preceding segment 1.

  • Page 78: Setting Individual Cable Segment Thresholds

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup 5. Save the UCM file and download the configuration data to the processor. 6. Repeat this procedure for the B Side sensor cable. Figure 72: Defining the end point of detecting cable No Zone label for the segment beyond the end point of detecting cable (Zone 0) No Threshold for the segment beyond the end point...

  • Page 79: Intrusion Simulations

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Figure 73: Setting individual cable segment Thresholds Globally set Threshold (6 dB below profile) Independent Threshold for high security Zone 2 (12 dB below profile) Figure 73 above illustrates a cable, which has been split into 5 segments and 3 zones.

  • Page 80: Input/Output Configuration

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup intrusion. An actual fence cut also creates a significant amount of secondary fence noise as the cut section of wire pulls apart. For a simulated climb intrusion, the best method is to actually climb the fence. It is not necessary to climb over the fence.
  • Page 81 Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Local control mode In local control mode, the two Aux inputs are used to activate electronic self-tests (AUX1 = A-side, AUX2 = B-side). To activate the self-test function, close a momentary switch across the input. You must close the momentary switch for the time specified in the Filter Window.

  • Page 82: Output Relays

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup R1 values (single resistor R1 values (double resistor R2 values (double resistor supervision) supervision) supervision) 1.2 k 5.1 k 5.6 k 1.5 k 5.6 k 2.2 k 3.3 k 4.7 k 5.1 k 5.6 k Input configuration procedure (Remote control mode) 1.

  • Page 83: Linking Cable Segments To Relays (Local Control Mode)

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup 5. Save the UCM configuration file and download the configuration changes to the processor. Output relay setup (Remote control mode) In Remote control mode, the relays are controlled by the host SMS to operate auxiliary equipment as output control points (e.g., to activate lights, doors, sirens, CCTV equipment, etc.).

  • Page 84: System Test Procedure

    Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Figure 74: Linking relays to cable segments Select the relay from the drop down menu Select the cable segment to which you will assign a relay System test procedure Once the system is calibrated and setup, you should conduct a series of tests to verify detection.
  • Page 85 Chapter 3: Calibration and setup Enclosure tamper - Open the enclosure. The DOOR OPEN LED (D1) turns ON, and the UCM Enclosure Tamper indicator turns ON, and the Event log reports an Enclosure Tamper alarm. If a relay is configured to activate for an enclosure tamper, the designated Relay activates.

  • Page 87: Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Content Recommended maintenance 82 Replacing the processor 84 Updating the firmware 85 FlexZone™ Product Guide...

  • Page 88: Recommended Maintenance

    Chapter 4: Maintenance Recommended maintenance The FlexZone sensor requires minimal maintenance to ensure proper operation. However, setting up and following a maintenance schedule based on your site- specific requirements can ensure proper detection performance, prevent nuisance alarms and extend the operational lifetime of the system. The frequency at which the maintenance should be scheduled depends on your security requirements and on the installation environment.
  • Page 89 Chapter 4: Maintenance 4. Snow removal (as required) If the weather conditions at your site include snow falls, the fence should be kept clear of accumulating snow. If snow accumulates against and around the fence, it will absorb and dampen the vibrations caused by an intrusion attempt. In addition, if there is significant snow accumulation, the snow can serve as a bridging or tunneling aid to defeat the sensor.

  • Page 90: Replacing The Processor

    Chapter 4: Maintenance cable installation. (Excessive noise can be identified by a high clutter signal on a connected UCM.) In particular, ensure that there is no inadvertent ground connection to the coaxial cable shield at a splice connection or terminator. Verify that the center conductor and shield have not been swapped at the terminal blocks.

  • Page 91: Updating The Firmware

    Chapter 4: Maintenance Caution: The processor and the NIC include static sensitive components. Follow proper ESD handling procedures when working on the PCB. Place both assemblies into anti-static bags once they are removed from the enclosure. Removing the processor assembly 1.
  • Page 92 Chapter 4: Maintenance Figure 76: Updating the firmware select the Application button FIRST - FPGA update SECOND - MSP update select the MSP button select the FPGA button select the Browse button Select the Current Active radio button then select the Browse button navigate to the .XDU file select and open the .XDU file...
  • Page 93 Chapter 4: Maintenance 3. Select the Current Active radio button to specify that the Current configuration be used. 4. Select the Browse button. 5. Navigate to the location of the XDU file. 6. Select and open the FlexZoneMSP_2.00.XDU file. Note: If the MSP firmware is updated first (before the FPGA firmware), it will then be impossible to upgrade the FPGA firmware.

  • Page 95: Appendix A Part List

    Appendix A Part list Table 4: FlexZone part list Component Part Number Description 4 zone Processor and DF104 FlexZone-4 processor in NEMA 4 aluminum enclosure enclosure. Provides up to 4 independent zones of detection. Includes mounting clamps. 60 zone Processor and DF160 FlexZone-60 processor in NEMA 4 aluminum enclosure...
  • Page 96 Appendix A: Part list Component Part Number Description Power supply for UltraLink DF648 DIN rail DC power supply for UltraLink I/O modules. 24 VDC, 40W, 85 – 264 VAC 47 – 64 Hz input, DC OK relay Wireless gate sensor module, DF410 Wireless gate sensor module, battery-powered, battery-powered...

  • Page 97: Appendix B Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications Model Processor card and enclosure PCB dimensions (L x W) 13.2 x 14.5 cm Quantity One processor per two sensor cables Enclosure IP66/NEMA 4 painted aluminum, outdoor rated L x W x D 26 cm (+2.5 for cable glands) x 16 cm x 9 cm. Cable entry ports •...
  • Page 98 Glossary • Outputs 4 form C relay outputs 30 VDC @ 1 A maximum, non-inductive load user-configurable relay response • LED indicators power • one per relay • UCM connected • enclosure door open • diagnostic activity • Supervision mechanical enclosure tamper switch •...

  • Page 99: Appendix Cnm Mode

    Appendix C NM Mode The UltraLink I/O processor can be configured to operate in Network Manager Mode (NM Mode). In NM Mode, the UltraLink I/O processor acts as the Network Manager, providing alarm outputs for a connected network of up to eight Silver devices.
  • Page 100 Glossary Note: Each sensor connected to the UltraLink I/O system (operating in NM Mode) requires a Network Interface card with the exception of a connected block of FlexZone processors. For a connected block of FlexZone sensors, one FlexZone requires an NIC to connect to the UltraLink I/O processor and the other FlexZone processors can communicate over their connected sensor cables.
  • Page 101 Glossary UCM configuration To use UltraLink modular I/O system outputs to report FlexZone alarm and supervision conditions establish a UCM connection to the FlexZone processor. Note: Refer to the UltraLink Modular I/O system instruction sheet and the UCM help file for additional details on NM Mode operation. Select the Remote Cfig tab and specify the outputs that will activate to annunciate the required alarm and supervision conditions (see Figure 77 on page 94).
  • Page 102 Glossary Figure 79: Selecting the UltraLink I/O outputs Select the Side A or Side B Cfig tab Select the cable Segment that will activate the UltraLink output when a sensor alarm is detected within that segment Select the arrow and use the drop-down menu to specify the output that will activate when the associated cable Segment detects a sensor alarm The processor’s 4 onboard relays are also available...

  • Page 103: Index

    Index FlexZone sensor cable, 9 FlexZone sensor cable conditioning, 20 audio listen-in function, 65 auxiliary inputs, 46, 74 gate bypass, 38 gate disconnect assembly, 39 grounding, 45 bend radius, 26 initial processor setup, 61 cable conditioning, 20 input/output configuration, 74 cable entry ports, 42 installation cable handling rules, 20...
  • Page 104 Index splicing, 34 termination, 36 part list, 89 sensor cable conditioning, 20 perimeter layout guidelines, 8 sensor cable connections, 31 power connections, 54 sensor cable on gates, 37 power over sensor cables, 64 sensor cable splicing, 34 processor calibration, 66 sensor cable supervision, 63 processor connections, 33 sensor cable termination, 36...

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