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Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel
NFW-50X
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Document LS10129-001NF-E Rev: C
7/25/2018 ECN: 18-323

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  • Page 1 Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel NFW-50X Manual Document LS10129-001NF-E Rev: C 7/25/2018 ECN: 18-323...
  • Page 2 Fire Alarm & Emergency Communication System Limitations While a life safety system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for life and property insurance! An automatic fire alarm system—typically made up of smoke Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning only when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined rate devices, and a fire alarm control panel (FACP) with remote notifica-...
  • Page 3 HARSH™, NIS™, and NOTI•FIRE•NET™ are all trademarks; and Acclimate® Plus™, eVance®, FlashScan®, FAAST Fire Alarm Aspiration Sensing Technology®, Honeywell®, Intelligent FAAST®, NOTIFIER®, ONYX®, ONYXWorks®, SWIFT®, VeriFire®, and VIEW® are all registered trademarks of Honeywell International Inc. Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Chrome™ and Google™ are trademarks of Google Inc. Firefox® is a registered trademark of The Mozilla Foundation.
  • Page 4 Brief description of content you think should be improved or corrected • Your suggestion for how to correct/improve documentation Send email messages to: FireSystems.TechPubs@honeywell.com Please note this email address is for documentation feedback only. If you have any technical issues, please contact Technical Services. NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section 1: Product Description ............................12 1.1: Features and Options .......................................12 1.2: Specifications........................................13 1.3: Controls and Indicators....................................14 1.4: Components ........................................15 1.4.1: Intelligent Addressable Detectors.................................16 1.4.2: Intelligent Addressable Modules ................................16 1.4.3: Addressable Device Accessories ................................16 End-of-Line Resistor Assembly................................16 Power Supervision Relay..................................16 EOL-C(R/W) Mounting Plate.................................16 1.5: Optional Modules ......................................16...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents N-ANN-I/O LED Driver Module ................................39 N-ANN-LED Annunciator Module ................................41 N-ANN-RLY Annunciator Module................................43 2.8.4: Printer ........................................44 Printer Configuration ....................................44 2.8.5: FWSG Wireless Gateway ..................................45 Section 3: Programming ..............................46 3.1: Programming Data Entry ....................................46 3.2: User Programming......................................47 3.3: Initial Power-up .......................................48 3.4: Programming Screens Description ..................................48 3.5: Programming and Passwords...................................48 3.6: Master Programming Level .....................................49...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 3.6.10: Clear Program.....................................96 3.6.11: Program Check ....................................96 3.7: Maintenance Programming Level..................................97 3.7.1: Disable Point......................................97 3.7.2: History ........................................97 3.7.3: Program Check .....................................98 3.7.4: Walktest ........................................99 3.7.5: System........................................99 3.7.6: Zone Setup ......................................100 Section 4: Operating Instructions..........................102 4.1: Panel Control Buttons....................................102 4.1.1: Acknowledge ......................................102 4.1.2: Alarm Silence .....................................102 4.1.3: Drill/Hold 2 Sec....................................102...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents 4.23.15: Remote Sync....................................116 Section 5: Central Station Communications - POTS Transmission ................. 117 5.1: Transmittal Priorities .....................................117 Section 6: FS-Tools Upload/Download........................119 6.1: FS-Tools Up/Download ....................................119 6.2: Transferring a Program ....................................119 6.2.1: Security Features ....................................120 Secret Code Verification..................................120 Time-out at Control Panel..................................120 Error Checking......................................120 Central Station Data Protection ................................120...
  • Page 9 It is imperative that the installer understand the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and be familiar with the stan- dards set forth by the following regulatory agencies: • Underwriters Laboratories • National Fire Protection Association Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents. NFPA Standards NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 70 National Electrical Code...
  • Page 10 250V ES50- PCA REV ES200- PCA REV NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...
  • Page 11 Peripheral Devices and Their Documents: N-ANN-RLY 10 Form-C N-ANN-100 N-ANN-S/PG N-ANN-80 Relay Card N-ANN-I/O LCD Text Annunciator Printer Driver N-ANN-(R)LED LCD Text Annunciator Doc. #53318 Doc. #LS10205-001NF-E LED Driver Doc. #151424 LED Display Doc. #52986 Doc. #151243 Doc. #53317 IPOTS-COM POTS and IP Communicator Doc.

  • Page 12: Section 1: Product Description

    Section 1: Product Description The NOTIFIER NFW-50X is an addressable FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) with a pre-installed communicator card that is compact, cost effective, intelligent, and has an extensive list of powerful features which offers the latest in fire protection technology. The power supply and all electronics are housed in a metal cabinet, providing a complete fire control system for most applications.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Product Description  N-ANN-RLY Form-C Relay Module  N-ANN-LED Annunciator Module annunciates alarm, trouble and supervisory (required for emergency signaling)  N-ANN-RLED Annunciator Module annunciates alarms only 1.2 Specifications Refer to Illustration on page 10 for terminal locations and connections. AC Power - TB13 Operates in either 120 or 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.25 amps, auto-sensing.

  • Page 14: Controls And Indicators

    Product Description Controls and Indicators The following figure illustrates the maximum current that is possible for each major panel output circuit and the total current available from the FACP. TB11 Standby Special Application 1.0 amp max 2.0 amps max Nonresettable or per circuit per panel Resettable Power...

  • Page 15: Components

    Components Product Description LED Indicators LED indicators are provided to annunciate the following conditions: • Fire Alarm (red) • CO Alarm (red) • AC Power (green) • Supervisory (yellow) • Trouble (yellow) • Ground fault (yellow) • Battery fault (yellow) •...

  • Page 16: 1: Intelligent Addressable Detectors

    Product Description Optional Modules Batteries Battery Cable P/N 75287 The NFW-50X cabinet provides space for two batteries (up to 18 Amp Hour). Batteries larger than 18 Amp Hour require an external charger such as the CHG-75 or CHG-120 and a UL listed battery box such as the BB-26 or NFS-LBB. Batteries must be ordered separately.

  • Page 17: 2: Dress Panel

    Accessories Product Description Important: Remote modification of FACP programming requires that the panel be enabled for remote download (refer to “FS-Tools Upload/Download” on page 119). Remote interrogation of panel programming, history logs, detector status, etc., is possible without enabling the remote download option. 1.6.2 Dress Panel An optional dress panel, DP-ES-R or DP-ES-B is available for the NFW-50X.

  • Page 18: 7: Ann-Bus Annunciators/Modules

    Product Description Accessories 1.6.7 ANN-BUS Annunciators/Modules WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER (AC AND DC) BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING ANY MODULES OR WIRING. Guidelines • A variety of optional annunciation devices can be connected to an ANN-BUS communication circuit. ANN Series devices can be connected to the primary communication circuit (EIA-485) terminals on TB9.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Before connecting the control panel to the public switched telephone network, the installation of two RJ31X jacks is necessary. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact: Manufacturer: Honeywell International, Inc. 12 Clintonville Road Northford, CT 06472...

  • Page 20: Section 2: Installation

    Section 2: Installation The cabinet may be either semi-flush or surface mounted. The cabinet mounts using two key slots and two 0.250” (6.35 mm) diameter holes located in the backbox. The key slots are located at the top of the backbox and the two securing holes at the bottom. Carefully unpack the system and check for shipping damage.
  • Page 21 Mounting the Backbox Installation Semi-Flush Mounting Do not recess box more than 3.875” into wall to Hinge Slot for optional avoid covering venting Dress Panel holes on top of box. Mounting slots for optional Trim Ring Semi-flush mounting hole Hinge Slot for optional Dress Panel Figure 2.2 NFW-50X Cabinet Mounting NFW-50X Manual —...
  • Page 22 Installation Mounting the Backbox 5.207” (13.23cm) 16.822” (42.73 cm) 6.537” (16.6cm) Width Depth Height 19.26” (48.92 cm) Right Side Left Side Bottom Figure 2.3 NFW-50X Cabinet Dimensions An optional Trim Ring (P/N TR-CE-B) is also available for semi-flush mount installations. NFW-50X Manual —...

  • Page 23: Power

    Power Installation 2.2 Power WARNING: RISK OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY SEVERAL DIFFERENT SOURCES OF POWER CAN BE CONNECTED TO THIS PANEL. DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER BEFORE SERVICING. THE PANEL AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT MAY BE DAMAGED BY REMOVING AND/OR INSERTING CARDS, MODULES OR INTERCONNECTING CABLES WHILE THIS UNIT IS ENERGIZED.

  • Page 24: 3: Special Application Dc Power Output Connection

    Installation Relays 2.2.3 Special Application DC Power Output Connection All Special Application DC power outputs are power-limited (refer to “UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements” on page 27). Power-limited Non-resettable or Resettable Power 1.0 amperes max., 24 VDC nominal filtered, non- resettable or resettable power is programmable. Aux Power can be programmed as Class B or Class A.

  • Page 25: 1: Class B Nac Wiring

    Notification Appliance Circuits Installation 2.4.1 Class B NAC Wiring 2 Class B Notification Appliance Circuits, supervised and power-limited - 4.7 kΩ, ½ watt P/N:71252 UL listed NAC 1 NAC 2 Polarized Bells Polarized Bells Polarized Strobes Polarized Strobes Polarized Horns Polarized Horns Dummy Load all unused circuit Notification Appliance Circuit...

  • Page 26: Remote Synchronization Output

    Installation Remote Synchronization Output 2.5 Remote Synchronization Output Synchronization is a feature that controls the activation of notification appliances in such a way that all devices will turn on and off at exactly the same time. This is particularly critical when activating strobes which must be synchronized to avoid random activation and a potential hazard to individuals.

  • Page 27: Ul Power-Limited Wiring Requirements

    UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements Installation 2.6 UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements Power-limited and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the cabinet. All power-limited circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” (6.35 mm) away from any nonpower-limited circuit wiring and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabi- net through different knockouts and/or conduits.

  • Page 28: Ipots-Com Communicator

    There are two configurable dip switches on the IPOTS-COM communicator. Switches • SW2: 6-position dip switch- FUTURE USE- No configuration necessary. • SW3: 2-position dip switch- Factory Settings- Do not change unless instructed to do so by Honeywell. NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...

  • Page 29: Optional Module Installation

    Optional Module Installation Installation 2.8 Optional Module Installation WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER (AC AND DC) BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING ANY MODULES OR WIRING. 2.8.1 CELL-MOD/CELL-CAB-N The CELL-MOD/CELL-CAB-N offers an optional GSM communicator card for central station reporting. It mounts in its own plastic or metal enclosure.
  • Page 30 Installation Optional Module Installation Note: The 4XTM Module is not directly suitable for transmitting a reverse polarity supervisory signal. For applications using reverse polarity of a supervisory signal, refer to “FACP with Keltron” on page 153. Remote Alarm (power-limited)* * Wiring from these terminals can exit the Remote Trouble (power-limited)* protected premises.

  • Page 31: 3: Ann-Bus Annunciators/Modules

    Optional Module Installation Installation Standoff ALRM TRBL SUPV RMT SYNC NAC1 RTN- OUT- OUT+ RTN+ J12 & J13 Connectors Jumper JS3 Standoff 4XTM FACP main circuit board Figure 2.16 4XTM Connectors to NFW-50X Connectors NOTE: When a 4XTM is installed, enable supervision in panel programming. Jumper JS3 on the FACP main circuit board can be used to configure the FACP supervisory relay for operation with the 4XTM module.
  • Page 32 Installation Optional Module Installation In general, the wire length is limited by resistance, but for heavier wire gauges, capacitance is the limiting factor. Maximum length can never be more than 6,000 feet (1,800 m), regardless of gauge used. The following formulas are used to generate the wire distances: 2.0 Volts Maximum Resistance (Ohms) Total Worst Case Current Draw (amps)
  • Page 33 Optional Module Installation Installation Figure 2.18 illustrates the wiring between the FACP’s Secondary ANN-BUS and ANN-BUS devices. ANN-BUS and power wiring are supervised and power-limited 4 3 2 1 ANN-BUS Device Secondary 24 VDC ANN-BUS nonresettable NFW-50X Figure 2.18 Secondary ANN-BUS wiring to ANN-BUS Device ...

  • Page 34: Ann-Bus Device Addressing

    Installation Optional Module Installation ANN-BUS Device Addressing Each ANN-BUS device requires a unique address (ID Number) in order to communicate with the FACP. A 5-position DIP switch on each device is used to set this address. The address set for these devices must also be programmed at the FACP for the specific device (refer to the programming section titled “ANN-BUS Setup”...
  • Page 35 Optional Module Installation Installation  Mounting The N-ANN-80 can be surface or semi-flush mounted to a single, double or 4” square electrical box. Select and remove the appropriate knockout(s), pull the necessary wires through the knockouts and mount the annunciator in or on the wall depending on the type of instal- lation desired.

  • Page 36: N-Ann-100 Remote Fire Annunciator

    Installation Optional Module Installation After all connections are made, remove extra wire from inside of annunciator by dressing it neatly through wire channel, with any excess wire pushed back through hole into electrical box ANN-BUS and power wiring are supervised and power-limited 4 3 2 1 ANN-BUS Device Primary...

  • Page 37: N-Ann-S/Pg Serial/Parallel Interface Module

    Optional Module Installation Installation  Programming Following installation and wiring of the N-ANN-100 LCD annunciator to the FACP, the annunciator must be added to the system via FACP programming. Refer to the programming section titled “ANN-BUS Setup” on page 86 in this manual for detailed programming information.
  • Page 38 Installation Optional Module Installation  Setting Printer Options Refer to the documentation supplied with the PRN-7 printer for instructions on using the printer menu controls. Set the printer options (under the menu area) as shown in the following table: Option Setting Option Setting...

  • Page 39: N-Ann-I/O Led Driver Module

    Optional Module Installation Installation ANN-I/O LED Driver Module  ANN-I/O Board Layout Figure 2.22 illustrates the N-ANN-I/O board showing locations of screw terminals for connection to the FACP, pin connectors for con- necting LEDs and the DIP switch for selecting the ANN-BUS ID number. LED Out LED Out LED Out...
  • Page 40 Installation Optional Module Installation  ANN-I/O Connection to FACP The N-ANN-I/O connects to the FACP via the ANN-BUS as illustrated in Figure 2.23. After the N-ANN-I/O is connected to the panel, it must be added to the system via FACP programming. Refer to the section titled “ANN-I/O Options” on page 87. 20 21 LED Out LED Out...

  • Page 41: N-Ann-Led Annunciator Module

    Optional Module Installation Installation Pin # LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 LED5 LED6 LED7 LED8 Cathode LED9 LEDs LED10 Anode LED Power no connection Pin # LED11 LED12 LED13 LED14 LED15 LED16 LED17 LED18 Cathode LED19 LEDs LED20 Anode LED Power no connection Figure 2.24 ANN-I/O LED Wiring N-ANN-LED Annunciator Module...
  • Page 42 Installation Optional Module Installation  Specifications • Max. ANN-BUS Voltage: 24 VDC • Max. Current:  Alarm: 68 mA  Standby: 28 mA • Operating Temperature: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) • For indoor use in a dry location only ...

  • Page 43: N-Ann-Rly Annunciator Module

    Optional Module Installation Installation ANN-RLY Annunciator Module  Specifications • Operating Voltage: 24 VDC • Max. Current:  Alarm: 75 mA  Standby: 15 mA • Operating Temperature: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) • For indoor use in a dry location only ...

  • Page 44: 4: Printer

    Installation Optional Module Installation  N-ANN-RLY Board Layout and Connection to FACP Figure 2.29 illustrates the N-ANN-RLY board showing locations of screw terminals for connection to the FACP and the DIP switches for selecting the ANN-BUS ID number. ANN-BUS (ID#) Address DIP switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ANN-BUS and power wiring are...

  • Page 45: 5: Fwsg Wireless Gateway

    Optional Module Installation Installation 2.8.5 FWSG Wireless Gateway The FWSG connects to the FACP’s SLC connection at TB10. The FWSG can be powered by either the SLC or an external 24 VDC power source. Refer to the SWIFT® Smart Wireless Integrated Fire Technology Manual for more information. FWSG mounting plate out to next...

  • Page 46: Section 3: Programming

    Section 3: Programming NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the requirements in the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below: Program feature or Permitted in...

  • Page 47: User Programming

    User Programming Programming Clear Delete RECALL Insert A - Z A - Z 0 - 9 0 - 9 ■ (on YZ key) Space bar — — • •         ENTER Enter ACK/STEP SILENCE DRILL RESET...

  • Page 48: Initial Power-Up

    Programming Initial Power-up Pressing 2 will select user Programming Mode which may only be accomplished by an authorized person. After pressing 2, a screen will prompt for a password. After entering the correct password, the user may select from a list of programming options. Pressing 3 will select FS-Tools Up/Download which allows the user to enable the remote programming option.

  • Page 49: Master Programming Level

    Master Programming Level Programming To access user Programming mode, press the Enter or Mode key. The LCD will display the following. 1=READ STATUS MODE 2=PROGRAMMING MODE 3=FSTOOL UP/DOWNLOAD 4=USB UP/DOWNLOAD To enter the user Programming mode, press 2. The display will read as follows: PROGRAMMING ENTER PASSWORD ...

  • Page 50: 2: Point Program

    Programming Master Programming Level When Autoprogramming is completed, the control panel will display the type and quantity of each device installed on the SLC loop sim- ilar to the following display: # OF DET LOOP1 055 # OF MON LOOP1 035 # OF CON LOOP1 030 Autoprogram Result Screen #1 In the preceding example, the display indicates that the SLC Loop has 55 addressable detectors, 35 monitor modules and 30 control...
  • Page 51 Master Programming Level Programming NOTE: The system must be monitored by a Supervising Station when using carbon monoxide detection per The Requirements for the Installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and Warning Equipment, NFPA 720. The programmer can continue adding detectors by pressing the ESC key which will return the display to the Add Detector Screen. ...
  • Page 52 Programming Master Programming Level  Normal - indicates that the detector with the selected address is physically installed on the SLC and communicating with the control panel (enabled)  <ADJ><NOUN> - represents the adjective and noun, which have been programmed, describing the location of the displayed device ...
  • Page 53 Master Programming Level Programming While viewing either Detector Type screen, select the type of detector being programmed by pressing the corresponding keyboard num- ber key. The display will return to Edit Detector Screen #2 and indicate the selection next to the Type option. NOTE: If a detector is selected to be a DUCT SUPERV type, it will function like a supervisory point not a fire alarm point.
  • Page 54 Programming Master Programming Level With the preceding program settings, when the detector with address 005 is activated, zone Z048 will cause its associated control module to activate immediately, sounding the connected signaling device to indicate the Pre-signal condition. Following the Pre-signal delay time, zone Z001 will cause its associated control module to activate and the control panel will initiate an alarm condition.
  • Page 55 Master Programming Level Programming The sounder base volume has two settings: Low, or High. Press 1 while viewing Sounder Base Screen #2 SOUNDER BASE until the display reads Low or High as desired. Each press of the 1 key will cause the display to toggle 1=ZONE ASSIGNMENT ...

  • Page 56: Module Programming

    Programming Master Programming Level     1=ELEVATOR 1=BASEMENT 1=CLOSET 1=GARAGE 2=ENTRANCE 2=BOILER RM 2=CORRIDOR 2=HALLWAY 3=FLOOR 3=CLASSROOM 3=ELECTRIC RM 3=HVAC RM Noun Screen #3 Noun Screen #4 Noun Screen #1 Noun Screen #2     1=PATIENT 1=KITCHEN 1=STAIRWAY 1=ZONE...
  • Page 57 Master Programming Level Programming  Add Module Pressing 1 while viewing the Modules Screen will display the following screen which allows the programmer to add a new module address to programming: ADD MODULE ENTER MODULE#  Add Module Screen #1 A flashing cursor will appear in the position of the first asterisk to the left.
  • Page 58 Programming Master Programming Level If the selected address has been added to programming but a module (such as a monitor module) with the selected address is not physi- cally installed on the SLC or has a communication fault, the following screen will be displayed: TROUBL MONITOR <ADJ><NOUN>...
  • Page 59 Master Programming Level Programming Monitor module type selection will affect the function of the point as follows: Monitor Type Action When Activated Pull-Station Fire Alarm User-Defined-1 same as previous (Pull-Station) Waterflow Fire Alarm Delayed User-Defined-2 same as previous (Waterflow) Monitor Fire Alarm User-Defined-3 same as previous (Monitor)
  • Page 60 Programming Master Programming Level Pre-signal To enable the Pre-signal feature, press 1 while viewing Edit Monitor Screen #3 until the display reads Pre- EDIT MONITOR 1=PRE-SIGNAL signal Yes. Each press of the 1 key will cause the display to toggle between Pre-signal Yes and Pre-signal WIRELESS No.
  • Page 61 Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 2 while viewing the Noun/Adjective Screen will cause the following screen(s) to be displayed. 1=STANDARD ADJECTIVE 2=STANDARD NOUN Note that the keyboard down arrow key must be pressed to see all the Noun screens. Press the number cor- 3=CUSTOM ADJECTIVE responding to the noun that is to be used as a descriptor for the location of the monitor module currently 4=CUSTOM NOUN...
  • Page 62 Programming Master Programming Level Edit Module Screen for Control Modules The programmer can change a module’s existing or factory default programming by pressing 3 in the Mod- MODULES 1=ADD ules Screen. The following screen will be displayed: 2=DELETE 3=EDIT EDIT MODULE Modules Screen ENTER MODULE ADDRESS ...
  • Page 63 Master Programming Level Programming The following table contains control module type codes and their functions which are displayed in the Control Type screens: Control Type Special Function Bell Circuit NAC Type - supervised Horn Circuit NAC Type - supervised Sounders NAC Type - supervised Relay Ignore Open Circuit...
  • Page 64 Programming Master Programming Level Pressing 1 while viewing the Noun/Adjective Screen will cause the following screen(s) to be displayed. 1=STANDARD ADJECTIVE 2=STANDARD NOUN Note that the keyboard down arrow key must be pressed to see all the Adjective screens. Press the number 3=CUSTOM ADJECTIVE corresponding to the adjective that is to be used as a descriptor for the location of the control module cur- 4=CUSTOM NOUN...

  • Page 65: 3=Zone Setup

    Master Programming Level Programming • The above increment function may be repeated with each press of the zero key. As an example, the user could quickly enter ‘FLR_3_ROOM 305’ as follows: The cursor is on the first letter of the Adjective field. Press the zero key twice to display FLR_3 With the cursor on the first letter of the Noun field, press the zero key twice to recall the display ROOM_304.

  • Page 66: Zones Installed

    Programming Master Programming Level Zones 047, 048, 049, and 046 can be programmed for normal zone operation or for special purpose applications. In the above illustra- tion, the four zones are shown Off, which means they can be programmed to function in the same manner as all other zones, by assigning them to input and output devices in the Programming Zone Assignment Screen.

  • Page 67: Zone Type

    Master Programming Level Programming Zone Type Zone Types must be programmed only if a Communicator, programmed for zone reporting, is installed on ZONE SETUP 1=ZONE TYPES the control panel. Pressing 1 for Zone Types, while viewing Zone Setup Screen #3, will display a screen 2=ZONES AVAILABLE similar to the following: ZONE TYPE PROG...

  • Page 68: Class

    Programming Master Programming Level Class To program the SLC Class for the selected loop, press 1 for Class, while viewing Loop Setup Screen. In the preceding example, the con- trol panel is programmed for Class B SLC wiring as indicated by the B to the right of Class in the display. To change the wiring style, press 1 to toggle the display to read Class A.

  • Page 69: Function Keys

    Master Programming Level Programming Function Keys The NFW-50X keypad has 4 programmable function keys. These keys can be programmed to allow rapid disable/enable of various fire panel inputs and outputs during scheduled maintenance. Pressing any function key results in a trouble signal at the panel. Pressing 1 on System Setup Screen #1 displays the following: FUNCTION KEYS 1=F1...

  • Page 70: Time-Date

    Programming Master Programming Level These screens allow the programmer to enter a two line custom banner. A flashing cursor will appear in the bottom left corner of each display. A maximum of 20 characters (including spaces) can be entered into each screen for a total of two lines with 40 characters. After entering up to 20 characters in the first screen, press Enter to view the second screen.

  • Page 71: Timers

    Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 3 while viewing Daylight Savings Screen #1 will display two sub-screens which allow the programmer to select the week of the month that daylight savings time will begin. In the first sub-screen, pressing 1 will select the first week, 2 will select the second week and 3 will select the third week, while in the second sub-screen, pressing 1 will select the fourth week and 2 will select the last week of the selected month.

  • Page 72: Nacs (Notification Appliance Circuits)

    Programming Master Programming Level  AC Loss Delay The reporting of a loss of AC power to a central station can be delayed by programming the length of the TIMER 1=AC LOSS DELAY desired delay. The factory default setting is 2 hours. Press 1 while viewing Timer Screen #2 to display the 2=CTRL MOD DLY following: AC LOSS DELAY...
  • Page 73 Master Programming Level Programming  Type The main circuit board NAC type can be programmed by pressing 2 while viewing NAC Screen #1. The NAC # 1=ENABLED following screen will be displayed. Press the down arrow key to view additional screens: 2=TYPE NAC TYPE 3=SILENCEABLE...
  • Page 74 Programming Master Programming Level • California - 10 seconds on and 5 seconds off • Temporal 3 - ½ Second On, ½ Second Off, ½ Second On, ½ Second Off, ½ Second On, 1½ Seconds Off • Temporal 4 - ½ Second On, ½ Second Off, ½ Second On, ½ Second Off, ½ Second On, ½ Second Off, ½ Second On, 1½ Seconds •...

  • Page 75: Relays

    Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 1 while viewing this screen will select System Sensor synchronization, 2 will select Wheelock, and 3 will select Gentex. Maximum Number of Strobes for Synchronization The total current draw for each Notification Appliance Circuit cannot exceed 2.5 amps. Refer to the manufacturer’s documentation sup- plied with the Strobes to determine the maximum current draw for each strobe and ensure that the circuit maximum is not exceeded.

  • Page 76: Waterflow Silenceable

    Programming Master Programming Level • The F1 function key is automatically configured to perform a manual alarm signal activation when pressed. • The F2 function key is automatically configured to perform a two-stage bypass when pressed. • If NACs are set up for two-stage operation, the Silence Inhibit timer is automatically enabled and is fixed at 5 minutes. •...

  • Page 77: 6: History

    Master Programming Level Programming 3.6.6 History The History option allows an authorized user to view or erase events which have occurred in the control PROGRAMMING 1=HISTORY panel. Pressing 1 while viewing Programming Screen #3 will display the History options as shown in the 2=COMMUNICATOR following display: 3=ANNUNCIATORS...

  • Page 78: Pots Settings

    Programming Master Programming Level POTS Settings The POTS settings configure the system when telephone lines are used to contact central station. Pressing 2 COMMUNICATOR 1=INSTALLED while viewing the Communicator Screen #1 will display the following. 2=POTS SETTINGS POTS SETTINGS 3=IP SETTINGS 1=LINE 1 Communicator Screen #1 2=LINE 2...

  • Page 79: Ip Settings

    Master Programming Level Programming IP Settings The IP settings configure the system when the central station will be contacted over the internet. The fol- COMMUNICATOR 1=INSTALLED lowing screens allow the user to enter the device addresses needed for communication. Pressing 3 while 2=POTS SETTINGS viewing the Communicator Screen #1 will display the following.

  • Page 80: Primary And Secondary Communication Paths

    Programming Master Programming Level Select the number of minutes allowed, 1-60, before a fault is shown on the panel. Primary and Secondary Communication Paths The Primary and Secondary Communication Path screens are used to configure the methods (primary and COMMUNICATOR backup) for reporting to central station.
  • Page 81 Master Programming Level Programming The Communication Format is determined by the type of receiver that the Communicator is transmitting to. Consult your Central Station for proper selection or consult our factory representatives. For any format chosen, the control panel automatically programs all of the event codes.

  • Page 82: Trouble Report Limit (Dialer Runaway Prevention)

    Programming Master Programming Level Supervision Settings Pressing 1 while viewing Ethernet Options Screen #2 will cause the display to toggle between the 4 super- ETHERNET OPTIONS 1=SUPV. SETTINGS vision setting options. Toggle to select NFPA 2010 Sole Path, NFPA 2010 Dual Path, NFPA 2013 Sole NFPA 2010 DUAL PATH Path, or NFPA 2013 Dual Path.

  • Page 83: Report Style

    Master Programming Level Programming To set the Trouble Report Limit, press 3 while viewing Communicator Screen #1. The following screen will be displayed. TROUBLE CALL LIMIT RANGE 00-99  Trouble Report Limit Screen Enter a value between 00 and 99, then press Enter to set the Report Limit to this value. Refer to the table on page 46 for permissible set- tings.
  • Page 84 Programming Master Programming Level DET-USER-DEF-2 Zone Point HEAT DETECT Zone Point DET-USER-DEF-3 Zone Point SMOKE DUCT-P Zone Point DET-USER-DEF-4 Zone Point PHOTO W/HEAT Zone Point DET-USER-DEF-5 Zone Point CO ALARM Zone Point DET-USER-DEF-6 Zone Point DUCT SUPERVISORY Zone Point DET-USER-DEF-7 Zone Point PHOTO SUPER AR...
  • Page 85 Master Programming Level Programming SLC 1 SHORT A SLC 1 SHORT B SLC 1 OPEN A SLC 1 OPEN B SLC 1 GND FAULT POS SLC 1 GND FAULT NEG SLC 1 COMM FAULT SLC 1 OPEN FAULT SLC 1 SHORT FAULT GROUND FAULT LOW BATTERY NO_BATTERY...

  • Page 86: 8: Annunciators

    Programming Master Programming Level 3.6.8 Annunciators Pressing 3 while viewing Programming Screen #3 will cause the control panel to display the following PROGRAMMING 1=HISTORY screens: 2=COMMUNICATOR 3=ANNUNCIATORS ANN-BUS SELECT 1=PRIMARY Programming Screen #3 2=SECONDARY 3=ANN-BUS OPTIONS A printer module, graphic annunciator module, LCD annunciator module, LED annunciator module, and relay module can be pro- grammed into the NFW-50X system.
  • Page 87 Master Programming Level Programming Since the options for each of these module types can be individually set, pressing 2 for Module Options, while viewing the ANN-BUS Address Screen will display the available options as described below. ANN-I/O Options Pressing 2 for Module Options while viewing ANN-BUS Address screen when the ANN-I/O option is selected will display the follow- ing screen: ANN-I/O - ADDR X-1 ANN-I/O - ADDR X-1...
  • Page 88 Programming Master Programming Level ANN-I/O Zone Option If Zone is selected as the module option, the first ten LEDs on the first N-ANN-I/O module will display the system status information. The remaining 30 LEDs on the first module and 20 LEDs on the second module will display the active/alarm status of each zone in the Zone Range programmed for that particular module.
  • Page 89 Master Programming Level Programming ANN-I/O Point Option If Point is selected as the module option, the first ten LED driver outputs on the first N-ANN-I/O module will display the system status information. The remaining 30 LED driver outputs on the first module and 20 LEDs on the second module will display the active/alarm status of each point in the Point Range programmed for that particular module.
  • Page 90 Programming Master Programming Level ANN-LED Options Pressing 2 for Module Options while viewing the ANN XXX Address Screen when the ANN-LED option ANN XXX 1=ENABLED is selected, will display the following screens: 2=MODULES INSTALLED 3=AUTO-CONFIGURE ANN-LED - ADDR X-1 ANN-LED - ADDR X-1 ANN-LED - ADDR X-1 ANN-BUS XXX Screen #2 1=RANGE...
  • Page 91 Master Programming Level Programming N-ANN-LED Zone Option - Alarm, Trouble and Supervisory If Zone is selected as the module option, and the module is programmed to annunciate alarms, troubles and supervisories, the first ten LEDs on the first N-ANN-LED module will display the system status information. The remaining 30 LEDs on the first module and the last 30 LEDs on the remaining modules will display the alarm, trouble and supervisory status for each of the ten zones in the Zone Range programmed for that particular module.
  • Page 92 Programming Master Programming Level Second N-ANN-RLED Module (Point Range 031 - 050) Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Point 031 Point 032 Point 033 Point 034 Point 035 Active/Alarm Active/Alarm...

  • Page 93: Ann-Bus Options

    Master Programming Level Programming ANN-RLY Options Pressing 2 for Module Options while viewing the ANN-BUS Address Screen when the ANN-RLY option XXX ANN-BUS 1=ENABLED is selected, will cause the following screen to be displayed: 2=MODULES INSTALLED 3=AUTO-CONFIGURE ANN-RLY - ADDR. X-1 ANN-BUS (XXX) Screen #2 1=RLY 1 ZONE 000...
  • Page 94 Programming Master Programming Level  ANN-S/PG (Print) Options The Print option allows the programmer to configure the optional printer. Pressing 1 while viewing the ANN-BUS 1=ANN-S/PG OPTIONS ANN-BUS Options screen will display the following screens: 2=ANN-LED OPTIONS 3=ANN-80/100 OPTIONS ANN-S/PG OPTIONS ANN-S/PG OPTIONS ANN-S/PG OPTIONS 1=PORT...

  • Page 95: 9: Password Change

    Master Programming Level Programming The Lock Enable option allows the programmer to select whether or not any installed N-ANN-80 or N-ANN-100 annunciator must be unlocked by its key before any annunciator key presses will function. Pressing 2 while viewing the ANN-80/100 Options Screen #1 causes the display to toggle between Lock Enable Yes (annunciator must be unlocked for keys to function) and Lock Enable No (lock position is ignored).

  • Page 96: 10: Clear Program

    Programming Master Programming Level 3.6.10 Clear Program Pressing 2 while viewing Programming Screen #4, will select the Clear Program option. This will cause the PROGRAMMING 1=PASSWORD CHANGE LCD to display the following screen: 2=CLEAR PROGRAM 3=PROGRAM CHECK CLEAR PROGRAM 1=WHOLE SYSTEM Programming Screen #4 2=ALL POINTS Clear Program Screen...

  • Page 97: Maintenance Programming Level

    Maintenance Programming Level Programming 3.7 Maintenance Programming Level To access Maintenance Programming mode, press the Enter key. The LCD will display the following: 1=READ STATUS MODE 2=PROGRAMMING MODE 3=FSTOOL UP/DOWNLOAD 4=USB UP/DOWNLOAD To enter the Maintenance Programming mode, press 2. The display will read as follows: PROGRAMMING ENTER PASSWORD When the Maintenance level password (default 11111111) is entered, the following screen will appear:...

  • Page 98: 3=Program Check

    Programming Maintenance Programming Level The History feature allows the operator to view control panel events which have been stored in a history file in memory and erase the contents of the history file Pressing 1 while viewing the History screen will cause the following screen to be displayed: HISTORY 1=VIEW ALL 2=VIEW ALARMS...

  • Page 99: 4: Walktest

    Maintenance Programming Level Programming 3.7.4 Walktest To perform a walktest, press 1 while viewing Maintenance Screen #2. The following screen will be dis- PROGRAMMING 1=WALKTEST played: 2=SYSTEM 3=ZONE SETUP WALKTEST 1=SILENT Maintenance Screen #2 2=AUDIBLE 3=VIEW RESULT Walktest Screen The operator can press 1 to perform a silent walktest or 2 to perform an audible walktest. Pressing 1 or 2 will cause the control panel to enter Walktest Mode and will display the following screen: UNIT IN WALKTEST 1=VIEW WALKTEST LOG...

  • Page 100: 6: Zone Setup

    Programming Maintenance Programming Level Pressing 2 while viewing System Screen #1 will display the following: SYSTEM 1=NACS ENAB ENABLE NACS 2=REM SYNC ENAB 1=NAC1 2=NAC2 System Screen #1 Enable NAC Screen Pressing 1 while viewing NAC Screen #1 will cause the display to change to NAC1 Yes. This will allow the selected main circuit board NAC to activate its devices.
  • Page 101 Maintenance Programming Level Programming Pressing 1 while viewing Zone Setup screen will display the following screen: ZONE TO ENABLE Z Enable Screen A flashing cursor appears to the right of the Z. To enable a zone, enter the three digit zone number (000 - 049). After the second digit is entered, the zone will be enabled and the cursor will return to the original position.

  • Page 102: Section 4: Operating Instructions

    Section 4: Operating Instructions 4.1 Panel Control Buttons 4.1.1 Acknowledge The first press of the Acknowledge key silences the piezo sounder, changes flashing LEDs to steady, and also changes the status field on the LCD display from capital letters to small letters. When the piezo is silenced, an acknowledge message is sent to the printer and the history file.

  • Page 103: Normal Operation

    Normal Operation Operating Instructions Disabled This is a yellow LED that flashes to indicate that a zone, NAC, detector or module has been temporarily disabled in programming by the user. Maintenance This is a yellow LED that flashes to indicate that a smoke detector requires cleaning or replacement due to an invalid chamber reading or excessive drift.

  • Page 104: Alarm Operation

    Operating Instructions Alarm Operation  <NOUN>; refers to the user programmed noun descriptor from library list resident in the control panel or custom entry via PC. • Third line in display: INVREP indicates an invalid reply from the addressable device. Other possible troubles include: –...

  • Page 105: Co Alarm Operation

    CO Alarm Operation Operating Instructions • Third line in display: Z000 indicates the zone programmed to this device which, in this example, is general alarm Zone 000. Note that a single device can be programmed to five different zones but only the first zone will be displayed. •...

  • Page 106: Process Monitor Operation

    Operating Instructions Process Monitor Operation A typical Supervisory event would be displayed as illustrated in the following: ACTIVE SUPERVISORY <ADJ> <NOUN> Z000 10:00A 012116 1M001 Note that, like alarms, supervisory signals latch (except when programmed for supervisory autoresettable) and can be assigned to soft- ware zones.

  • Page 107: Nac Operation

    NAC Operation Operating Instructions • Timers are not started • Store event in history buffer • Activate appropriate LED on the N-ANN-LED annunciator (required for this application) • Each N-ANN-LED can support up to 10 zones. Medical alert conditions latch. They can be assigned to software zones. 4.11 NAC Operation There are two programmable NACs (Notification Appliance Circuits) resident on the NFW-50X main circuit board.

  • Page 108: Coded Operation

    Operating Instructions Coded Operation Important: When a Notification Appliance Circuit with a mix of audible and visual devices is programmed for silenceable and the syn- chronization feature is selected, only the audible devices will be turned off if the Silence key is pressed. The visual devices (strobes, etc.) will continue to operate.

  • Page 109: Special System Timers

    Special System Timers Operating Instructions 4.21 Special System Timers 4.21.1 Silence Inhibit Timer This option, if selected, prevents the Alarm Silence key from functioning for 5 minutes following an alarm. A new alarm during the ini- tial 5 minute period will not cause the timer to restart with a new 5 minutes. Silence Inhibit operation requires the approval of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction.

  • Page 110: Read Status

    Operating Instructions Read Status Alarm/Shorted Condition When in audible Walktest, the panel responds to each new alarm and activates its programmed control outputs for four seconds, if those outputs have been programmed for silenceable activation. It also stores each alarm in the walktest history file which can be sent to an optional printer.

  • Page 111: 2=Zones

    Read Status Operating Instructions Entering the three digit detector address will cause the control panel to display the current status of the selected device. For example, if a detector with address 001 on the SLC loop is entered, a display similar to the following will appear: NORMAL SMOKE(PHOTO) NORTH CLASSROOM Z005...

  • Page 112: 4: Timers

    Operating Instructions Read Status 4.23.4 Timers Pressing 2 while viewing Read Status Screen #2 will cause the following Timer screens to be displayed: TIMERS TIMERS PAS DELAY AC LOSS DELAY PRE SIGNAL CON MOD DLY WATERFLOW These screens will indicate the delay time, in seconds, for each of the first three and last possible delay options. The AC Loss Delay time is displayed in hours.

  • Page 113: 9: Annunciators

    Read Status Operating Instructions The operator can view all events which have been stored in the history file, only alarms or other events, such as troubles or supervisories, by pressing the corresponding number key. 4.23.9 Annunciators Pressing 1 while viewing Read Status Screen #4 will display the following screens: READ STATUS 1=ANNUNCIATORS ANN-BUS SELECT...

  • Page 114: 11: Print

    Operating Instructions Read Status Pressing 3 for IP Settings while viewing Communicator Screen #1 will display settings for the ethernet por- READ STATUS INSTALLED tion of the Communicator. The screen will indicate if DHCP has been enabled Yes or disabled No. If the 2=POTS SETTINGS DHCP has not been enabled, the Static Settings will be displayed.

  • Page 115: Chamber Value

    Read Status Operating Instructions DEVICE # DEVICE TYPE % DRIFT COMP CHAMBER TIME/DATE 1D009 SMOKE (PHOTO) 1310 12:02 AM 01-08-2016 Chamber Value The Chamber value should be within the indicated range for the following smoke detectors: • NP-100(R), NP-200(R), FSP-851(T/R), FSP-951(T/R), ND-100(R), and FSD-751(R)PL Addressable Photoelectric Smoke Detectors: 405 - 2100 (obscuration of 1.00%/ft to 3.66%/ft.) •...

  • Page 116: 12: Time-Date

    Operating Instructions Read Status 4.23.12 Time-Date The operator can view the daylight savings time and the month and week when daylight savings time will READ STATUS 1=FUTURE USE begin and end. Pressing 2 while viewing Read Status Screen #5 will display the following screens: 2=PRINT DAYLIGHT SAVINGS 3=TIME/DATE...

  • Page 117: Section 5: Central Station Communications - Pots Transmission

    Section 5: Central Station Communications - POTS Transmission The control panel transmits zone and system status reports to Central Stations via the public switched telephone network. Two super- vised telephone line connections are made to interface the control panel to the telephone lines. Two optional 7 foot telephone cords are available for this purpose and can be purchased separately.
  • Page 118 Central Station Communications - POTS Transmission Transmittal Priorities Red LEDs are provided on the circuit board to identify which telephone line is activated. Also, a green LED labeled Kissoff will turn on whenever the control panel has successfully transmitted reports to the Central Station. The Kissoff LED may turn on several times during communications with a Central Station.

  • Page 119: Section 6: Fs-Tools Upload/Download

    Section 6: FS-Tools Upload/Download Important! The FACP will automatically reset 2 minutes after completion of a user program download via the FS-Tools programming utility. To prevent program corruption, the operator must wait until this panel reset occurs before performing any panel operations. The control panel may be programmed or interrogated off-site via an Ethernet connection or locally using a USB cable.

  • Page 120: 1: Security Features

    FS-Tools Upload/Download Transferring a Program  There cannot be any active communications ongoing with a Central Station receiver  All active events must be successfully 'kissed-off' by the Central Station(s). The communicator must be in a standby state with no new information waiting to be transmitted to a Central Station 6.2.1 Security Features Upload and download with the control panel have been carefully designed to include key security features to ensure proper functionality.

  • Page 121: Section 7: Usb Upload/Download

    Section 7: USB Upload/Download Important! The FACP will automatically reset 2 minutes after completion of a user program download. To prevent program corruption, the operator must wait until this panel reset occurs before performing any panel operations. CAUTION: After successfully downloading a program, make certain to perform the following steps: Print out all programmed data via Print Mode or manually view programmed entries and compare to intended program data Test all affected panel operations Immediately correct any problems found...
  • Page 122 USB Upload/Download USB Upload/Download Pressing 2 for Yes will cause the following screen to be displayed: USB UP/DOWNLOAD SYSTEM CONFIGURATION TRANSFER IN PROCESS PLEASE WAIT An error message will display if there is no USB drive inserted in the FACP or if there is no existing configuration saved on the USB drive.

  • Page 123: Section 8: Firmware Upgrade

    Section 8: Firmware Upgrade In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our customers, we make frequent upgrades to the embedded software in our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest features, we strongly recommend that you download the most current version of software for each product from www.notifier.com prior to commissioning any system.
  • Page 124 Notes NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...

  • Page 125: Section 9: Power Supply Calculations

    Section 9: Power Supply Calculations 9.1 Overview This section contains instructions and tables for calculating power supply currents in alarm and standby conditions. This is a four-step process, consisting of the following: Calculating the total amount of AC branch circuit current required to operate the system Calculating the worst-case system current load on the control panel, when primary (AC) power is applied, to assure that the limit of the its internal power supply will not be exceeded.
  • Page 126 Power Supply Calculations Calculating the System Current Load Calculation Column 1 Calculation Column 2 Calculation Column 3 Device Type Primary (AC) Power Source Secondary (Battery) Power Source Secondary (Battery) Power Source Fire Alarm Current (amps) Fire Alarm Current (amps) Standby Current (amps) X[current draw]= Total X [current draw]=...

  • Page 127: Calculating The Battery Size

    Calculating the Battery Size Power Supply Calculations 7 If using Gentex brand NACs, the max number of devices for each NAC output is 35. The “UL Max” current rating, published in their data sheets, must be used in order to maintain performance under low battery conditions with the maximum wire resistances shown in Table D.2 on page 139. 8 Total Alarm current load cannot exceed 3.0 amps.

  • Page 128: Appendix A: Software Zones

    Appendix A: Software Zones A.1 Correlations Setup and configuration of an addressable system is different than a conventional system. In a conventional system, assignment of input devices (smoke detectors, pull stations, heat detectors, etc.) to zones is accomplished through wiring. The wiring is direct from clearly marked panel terminals to any device assigned to a particular zone.
  • Page 129 Correlations Software Zones Correlation of Input and Output Zones Input Devices Zones Output Devices smoke control smoke control ZONE monitor control monitor control control monitor control smoke ZONE control smoke smoke control smoke ZONE smoke control monitor The zone correlations which are shown graphically above are also presented in Table A.1 on page 130. NFW-50X Manual —...
  • Page 130 Software Zones Correlations ADDRESSABLE DEVICE ZONE ASSIGNMENT ADJ/NOUN Address Device Type Zone Number smoke detector FIRST HALL smoke detector ELEV. LOBBY monitor module monitor module 1, 2 monitor module 1, 2 control module control module control module control module 1, 2, 3 control module smoke detector 2ND FLOOR...
  • Page 131 Correlations Software Zones ADDRESSABLE DEVICE ZONE ASSIGNMENTS Address Device Type Zone Number ADJ/NOUN Table A.2 Blank Programming Sheet NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...
  • Page 132 Software Zones Correlations ADDRESSABLE DEVICE ZONE ASSIGNMENTS Address Device Type Zone Number ADJ/NOUN Table A.3 Blank Programming Sheet NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...

  • Page 133: Appendix B: Default Programming

    Appendix B: Default Programming The following table provides a list of the programming options and their factory default settings. Program Option Factory Default Program Option Factory Default Detector Programming Not Installed Waterflow Silenceable Detector Type Smoke-Photo Relay 1 Alarm Detector Verification Relay 2 Trouble (fixed) Detector Walktest...

  • Page 134: Appendix C: Nfpa Standard-Specific Requirements

    Appendix C: NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements The NFW-50X has been designed for use in commercial, industrial, and institutional applications and meets the requirements for service under the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards outlined in this Appendix. The minimum system components required for compliance with the appropriate NFPA standard are listed below: NFW-50X Control Panel...
  • Page 135 NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements NFPA 72 Remote Station Protective Signaling System Notes: Cut Jumper JP3 on the NFW-50X main circuit board to supervise placement of the 4XTM module. Refer to “4XTM Transmitter Module Installation” on page 29 for detailed information. RS82 Remote Station Receiver UL listed. Refer to Instruction Manual for Remote Station Receiver Model RS82.
  • Page 136 NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements NFPA 72 Proprietary Protective Signaling Systems NFW-50X Addressable Fire Control Panel NFW-50X Main Board Form-C Alarm contact programmed to activate on General Alarm. Form-C Trouble contact which will automatically activate on any Trouble condition. Form-C relay contact programmed to activate on Supervisory condition.

  • Page 137: C.1: Mbt-1 Municipal Box Trip - Silenceable

    MBT-1 Municipal Box Trip - Silenceable NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements C.1 MBT-1 Municipal Box Trip - Silenceable The following figure illustrates the connection of the MBT-1 (Municipal Box Trip) between the FACP and a Local Energy Municipal Box. The use of an addressable control module programmed for General Alarm and Silenceable allows silencing of the Municipal Box without resetting the panel or box.

  • Page 138: Appendix D: Wire Requirements

    Appendix D: Wire Requirements T-tapping of the SLC loop wiring is allowed for 2-wire (Class B) configurations. The total resistance of any branch cannot exceed 40 ohms. The total wire length of all branches cannot exceed 10,000 feet (3,000 m). Connecting external system accessories to the NFW-50X main circuits must be carefully considered to ensure proper operation.

  • Page 139: D.1: Nac Wiring

    NAC Wiring Wire Requirements D.1 NAC Wiring The following table lists NAC wiring requirements for the FACP. CLASS-B CLASS-A Max. Max. allowable wire pair length Max. allowable wire pair length allowable NAC Load (feet) (feet) total loop (Amps) resistance AWG 12 AWG 14 AWG 16 AWG 18...

  • Page 140: Appendix E: Hvac Control

    Appendix E: HVAC Control The FACP can be programmed to shut down a building’s HVAC fans in the event of a fire. The fans cannot be restarted until the fire alarm condition has been cleared and the FACP has been reset to a normal (non-alarm) condition. IMPORTANT! This HVAC feature is not to be used for smoke control It is only designed to shut down fans during an alarm condition.

  • Page 141: E.2: Monitor Module Operation

    Monitor Module Operation HVAC Control E.2 Monitor Module Operation E.2.1 HVAC RESTART The HVAC RESTART type code can be assigned to any addressable monitor module for the purpose of resetting (deactivating) the HVAC SHUTDN control module and turning the fan back on. The HVAC RESTART monitor module acts globally throughout the FACP system and therefore, is not programmed to a particular zone.

  • Page 142: Appendix F: Ademco Contact Id Format Event Code Descriptions

    Appendix F: Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions This appendix describes the various Event Codes and their messages which are available for the Ademco Contact ID Format. F.1 Transmission Format Between DACT and Receiver The transmission string for the Ademco Contact ID Format is as follows: SSSS 18 QXYZ GG CCC where SSSS...
  • Page 143 Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions EVENT CODE CLASSIFICATIONS ALARMS SUPERVISORY TROUBLES OPEN/CLOSE DISABLES/BY TEST/MISC. REMOTE ACCESS PASSES Medical Fire System Open/Close System Test Fire Sounder/Relay Remote Access Sounder/Relay Panic System Peripheral Access Control System Peripheral Burglary Communication...
  • Page 144 Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout EVENT MESSAGE 24-Hour Non-Burglary - 150 and 160 150 24-Hour Non-Burg ALARM - 24-Hr. Non-Burg - # 151 Gas detected ALARM - Gas Detected - # 152 Refrigeration ALARM - Refrigeration - # 153 Loss of heat ALARM - Heating System - #...
  • Page 145 Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions EVENT MESSAGE Communication Troubles - 350 and 360 350 Communication TROUBLE - Communication Trouble 351 Telco 1 fault TROUBLE - Phone Line #1 352 Telco 2 fault TROUBLE - Phone Line #2 353 Long range radio transmitter fault TROUBLE - Radio Transmitter 354 Fail to communicate...
  • Page 146 Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout EVENT MESSAGE 527 Bell 4 disable DISABLE - Bell/Siren - #4 System Peripheral Disables - 530 and 540 Communication Disables - 550 and 560 551 Dialer disabled DISABLE - Dialer Disable 552 Radio transmitter disabled DISABLE - Radio Disable Bypasses - 570...

  • Page 147: Appendix G: Nfpa Requirements

    Appendix G: NFPA Requirements The following is the minimum configuration to meet the NFPA requirements. Process Module Local Proprietary Management NFW-50X IPOTS-COM (pre-installed communicator) 4XTM DP-ES-R or DP-ES-B NFS-LBB N-ANN-LED N-ANN-80 N-ANN-S/PG N-ANN-I/O N-ANN-RLED N-ANN-RLY Where Y = Yes, N = No, and O = Optional Non-Emergency One of the indicated modules is required when the IPOTS-COM is not employed.

  • Page 148: Appendix H: Open/Short/Ground Trip Values

    Appendix H: Open/Short/Ground Trip Values Table H.1 lists the earth fault resistance detection for each applicable terminal on the FACP. Output Circuit Terminal Trip Resistance (in ohms) Remote Sync 360K Remote Sync 330K NAC 1-2 360K NAC 1-2 320K ANN Bus 270K ANN Bus 265K...

  • Page 149: Index

    Index Numerics noun 64 noun/adjective 63 24 Hour Test Time 81 backbox 15 silenceable 63 24VDC power 68 see also cabinet 22 type 62 4XTM module 134 banner 68 type codes 63 coil resistance 29 setting 69 control module delay timer 109 current 29 battery correlations 128...
  • Page 150 Index drift compensation 12 erase 77 addressing 16 definition 115 maintenance level 97 delete 57 drill 15 view events 77 edit monitor 57 history file 12 enable/disable 58 HVAC control 140 see also addressable modules 16 HVAC OVRRIDE 141 module programming 56 earth ground 23 HVAC RESTART 141 monitor module 16...
  • Page 151 Index nonpower-limited relay connections 24 trouble reminder 111 relay connections 24 power-up zones 111 nonresettable power 24 first time 48 real-time clock 107 nonsilenceable preferred DNS 79 recall/increment function 56 waterflow 67 pre-signal 12 receivers 118 normal display 47 function 108 relay 13 normal operation 103 selection 60...
  • Page 152 Index data 107 control module 62 PAS zone 53 sensitivity 12 detector 52 zone Z048 software zones 12 monitor module 58 pre-signal zone 54 sounder 15 NAC 73 zone Z049 sounder base 54 type code two-stage zone 66 coding 54 control module 63 zones 111 volume 55...

  • Page 153: Slide-In Labels

    Slide-in Labels Carefully cut along the outside of each label. Identify Function (F1-F4) keys as desired and slide the labels into the keypad. Starting at the center of the keypad next to the Function Keys, slide each label into the groove towards the outer edge. Slide-in Labels NFW-50X Manual —...
  • Page 154 NFW-50X Manual — P/N LS10129-001NF-E:C 7/25/2018...

  • Page 155: Nfw-50X Fire Alarm Control Panel Operating Instructions

    NFW-50X Fire Alarm Control Panel Operating Instructions NORMAL - Only AC POWER is illuminated green. PANEL KEY - The key to open the panel can be found at the following All other indicators are off. LCD display will read SYSTEM ALL location: NORMAL.
  • Page 157 Manufacturer Warranties and Limitation of Liability Manufacturer Warranties. Subject to the limitations set forth herein, Manufacturer warrants that the Products manufactured by it in its Northford, Connecticut facility and sold by it to its authorized Distributors shall be free, under normal use and service, from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty six months (36) months from the date of manufacture (effective Jan.
  • Page 158 NOTIFIER 12 Clintonville Road Northford, CT 06472-1610 USA 203-484-7161 www.notifier.com...

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