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Network Control Module 300 Series
Network Control Module 300 Series ....................................................3
Introduction......................................................................................................... 3
Key Concepts...................................................................................................... 7
NCM .................................................................................................................................. 7
ISA Bus Cards................................................................................................................. 10
Installation Considerations .............................................................................................. 17
Design Considerations .................................................................................................... 19
NCM Cable Guidelines.................................................................................................... 29
Software Setup................................................................................................................ 44
Commissioning................................................................................................................ 47
Setting the N2 End-of-Line Switches .............................................................................. 48
Setting the Memory Switches.......................................................................................... 49
NCSETUP for Windows Operating System (WNCSETUP)............................................. 49
NCM Idle Time ................................................................................................................ 52
Specifications and Order Codes ..................................................................................... 53
Detailed Procedures......................................................................................... 55
Replacing an NCM401 with an NCM300 ........................................................................ 55
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 56
Troubleshooting the NCM ............................................................................................... 56
Communications ............................................................................................................. 56
Related Commissioning Problems ................................................................................... 63
Short Haul Modems (Line Drivers) .................................................................................. 66
NCM Power-Up LEDs ..................................................................................................... 67
NCM Module Field Checks ............................................................................................. 71
NCM300/350 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 72
Appendix A: Fire-Net NCM............................................................................... 74
© 2004 Johnson Controls, Inc.
Code No. LIT-6360251
Technical Bulletin
Issue Date
October 20, 2004
www.johnsoncontrols.com
Software Release 12.00

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Technical Bulletin Issue Date October 20, 2004 Network Control Module 300 Series Network Control Module 300 Series ............3 Introduction......................3 Key Concepts...................... 7 NCM ..........................7 ISA Bus Cards......................... 10 Installation Considerations ....................17 Design Considerations ....................19 NCM Cable Guidelines....................29 Software Setup........................
  • Page 2 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Related Documentation....................74 System Configuration...................... 75 Hardware......................... 76 Interface Boards......................77 Mounting ......................... 81 Wiring ..........................81 Downloading a Fire-Net NCM ..................86 Error Messages....................... 86 Order Numbers ....................... 87 Appendix B: NCM Maintenance............... 88 Introduction ........................

  • Page 3: Network Control Module 300 Series

    Network Control Module 300 Series Introduction The Network Control Module 300 Series (NCM300) is the main processing module in the Metasys® Network. Fully programmable, the NCM coordinates and supervises the control activities for all objects and control loops connected to it via Network Expansion Units (NEUs) and Application Specific Controllers (ASCs).
  • Page 4 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 1: NCM300 Series NCMs Model Description NCM300 (NU-NCM300-0, -1) The NCM300 is connected to the Metasys network via the N1 ARCNET® Local Area Network (LAN). NCM311 (NU-NCM311-1) The NCM311 is the European version of the NCM300. Construction and operation are similar to the NCM300;...
  • Page 5 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Unless otherwise specified, the information in this technical bulletin refers to all NCM models in the NCM300 Series. NCMs described in Table 1 require Metasys Release 8.0 software or later except for the NU-NCM300-0, which requires Release 6.0 or later, and the NU-NCM350-8, which requires Release 9.01 or later to...
  • Page 6 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin • Intelligent Access Controller software integrates the IAC-600 access controller to the Metasys network, as well as supporting XMs and HVAC ASCs (listed above) on the N2 Bus. • As an alternative to the portable Network Terminal (NT), Operator Terminal software connects a VT100 (or a Personal Computer with VT100 emulation software) to the NCM.

  • Page 7: Key Concepts

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Key Concepts The NCM is a microprocessor-based intelligent node in the Metasys network. It integrates three streams of information: • system and database information • application programs • data and Input/Output (I/O) information arriving from the...
  • Page 8 8 MB of memory. SW1 and SW2 are not used on the NCM350-8. For the -0, -1, and -2 versions of the NCM300/350, Johnson Controls provides four DRAM memory configurations: 2 (default), 4, 6, and 10 MB. The SIMMs (Item 1 in Figure 1) are located under the battery pack.
  • Page 9 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Microprocessor The microprocessor applies the various supervisory programs to the combined data, and exercises control over the modules and devices that connect to the NCM via a local bus. This supervision and control operate in the same manner when any of the Standard Functionality program sets (Standard, Fire Management, Intelligent Access Control, or Operator Terminal) are downloaded.

  • Page 10: Isa Bus Cards

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Local Bus: N2 (Port 1) The N2 Bus communications also are provided by a built-in interface (Figure 1: Callout 6). Devices on the N2 Bus constitute a local network, controlled by the NCM. The NCM polls the devices according to a user-set priority level, which is set at each device’s...
  • Page 11 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin N1 Local Area Network The N1 LAN allows communication with both OWSs and other NCMs. Whether you are using ARCNET card or Ethernet, each NCM and OWS on the system contains a Node Manager task, whose responsibilities include: •...
  • Page 12 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 3: N1 LAN Cards Card Description ARCNET ARCNET LAN communication is provided by a standard ARCNET card (Ordered separately. Card See Specifications and Order Codes for more information.) connected into ISA Bus Slot 1 (Figure 1: Callout 4).
  • Page 13 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Applications requiring a modem with an NCM300 Series device should use an external, stand-alone modem. Keep the following in mind when using an external modem with an NCM300: • The maximum speed of a device connected to Port 2 or Port 3 is 19.2 K.
  • Page 14 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin RS-232 Ports (Ports 2, 3, and 4) Table 4 shows the three RS-232 ports (see Figure 1: Callout 7, 8, 9, 10), each connecting to communications options (the port applications are described more fully in Table 5.
  • Page 15 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 5: RS-232 Applications Application Description S2 Migration Applications S2 communications are made via RS-232 Port 2 on the NCM to a TableTop Modem (TTM). The TTM then interfaces with the JC/85 trunk.
  • Page 16 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Battery Pack The battery pack (Figure 1: Callout 11) is secured to a cover and fits over the SIMMs. It automatically recharges from the NCM and maintains the operating system and databases in RAM for up to a 72-hour power failure.

  • Page 17: Installation Considerations

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin A System Reload button (Figure 1: Callout 12) resets the NCM, generating a request for a code and data download from the NC archive node address. Table 7 describes power up terminology. Table 7: NCM300/350 Power Up Terminology...
  • Page 18 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Select a wall space or area with sufficient room to mount the enclosure that contains the NCM. The load-bearing capacity of the wall also must be able to support the unit. Table 8 indicates the dimensions of the Universal Packaging Module (UPM), as well as the fully loaded configuration weight of an NCM with enclosure.

  • Page 19: Design Considerations

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Power IMPORTANT: Install the NU-ROM101 or NU-ROM150 before applying power to the NCM. If either the NU-ROM101 or NU-ROM150 is not installed when power is applied to the NCM, the NCM DRAM and NOVRAM may be corrupted.
  • Page 20 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 0.9575 cm (0.375 in.) 15.24 cm (6.0 in.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -ATTENTION - PLEASE DISCONNEDT BATTERY BEFORE INSTAL LING MEMORY N EXT SERVICE D ATE: 30.48 cm 31.496 cm (12.0 in.)
  • Page 21 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin nc3upm Figure 3: NCM Mounted into an EN-EWC22-0...
  • Page 22 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Wiring the Power Cord Figure 4 shows how to wire the NCM power cord into the power entry box in the EWC22. Once this wiring is complete, the switch on the power entry box controls power to the NCM.
  • Page 23 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Figure 5 shows how to wire the power connection into the NCM311 and NCM361. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -ATTENTION - PLE AS E DI SC ON N ED T BATT ER Y...
  • Page 24 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Replacing an NCM401 with an NCM300 Because Port 1 of the NCM300 is always the built-in N2, you must move the S2 trunk from Port 1 on an NCM401 to Port 2 on the NCM300.
  • Page 25 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 10: NCM Functionality Functionality Description Standard Functionality Standard NCM The load capacity for an NCM depends on the available memory, the number of devices connected to the controller, and the software configuration of those devices.
  • Page 26 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Description Functionality (Cont.) Network Port See the Network Port Technical Bulletin (LIT-6295050). Application S2 Migration An NCM with S2 software can connect one JC/85 trunk through one TableTop Modem (for example, if four trunks originally connected to the JC/85 headend, four NCMs are required unless the trunks can be reconfigured).
  • Page 27 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 11: Standard Functionality Serial Port Configurations Connection Maximum Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 Port 5 Port 6 6, 9 11, 12 Concurrent (RS-485) (Dial) (Laptop) (NT) (ISA 1) (ISA 2)
  • Page 28 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 12: Port Restrictions Port Application (Ports must be configured via system software for appropriate application.) N2 (Port 1) N2 Bus (RS-485) Connections Integrated RS-232 All devices connect to the integrated RS-232 port via RS-232 cable. Connections at the Port (Port 2) integrated ports are independent of each other;...

  • Page 29: Ncm Cable Guidelines

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Port Configurations: Migration Functionality Table 13 illustrates applications and port restrictions when downloading one of the Migration Functionality software sets; for the Network Port application, see the Network Port Technical Bulletin (LIT-6295050). Table 13: Migration Functionality Serial Port Configurations...
  • Page 30 ARCNET card, the remaining slot can contain a serial card; however, another standard ARCNET card or Ethernet card is not allowed. Johnson Controls stocks an ARCNET card (NU-NET101-0). See the Operator Workstation Technical Bulletin (LIT-636013) for information on other supported cards.
  • Page 31 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Figure 7 shows how to make the N1 connection on the ARCNET card. In the Troubleshooting Procedures section of this document, Related Commissioning Problems lists some N1 End-of-Line (EOL) termination notes regarding N1 cabling and termination.
  • Page 32 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin RS-232 Ports (2 and 3) The RS-232C ports provide input/output at standard RS-232C levels using the DTE protocol. The user connects a cable with a DB9 Female connector onto the NCM (detailed pinouts follow for each device).
  • Page 33 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -ATTEN TIO N - PLEASE DISCO NNEDT B ATTERY BEFORE INSTALLING MEMORY NEXT SERVICE DATE: D IS C ON N EC T PO W ER B EFO RE...
  • Page 34 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Standard Cables Table 15 provides an overview of cables used with the NCM. Table 15: Standard Cables Commonly Used Names Description of Connectors Applies to Figures (Gender and Pin No.) Device IBM AT to Null Modem...
  • Page 35 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Modem Cabling The modem connection is made to Port 2 or 3 of the NCM. (Modem connections to remote printers are shown in the Printer Cabling section, below.) When an external modem connects to Port 2 or 3, the modem needs configuration.
  • Page 36 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Printer Cabling Printers are not a component of the NCM. However, acceptable printers are those you can configure to a Lexmark® Proprinter® emulation mode and have either an available serial connection option or the ability to connect to the NCM through an RS-232 serial to a parallel converter.
  • Page 37 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin A Lexmark Proprinter III printer connects to either Port 2 or 3 of the NCM, or to a remote Hayes compatible modem. Figure 11 shows the printer connections to Ports 2 and 3; Figure 12 shows connections to the modem.
  • Page 38 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin PRN-5 9-pin Female Connector READY prn2nctc Figure 13: UL UUKL Smoke Control PRN-5 Connected to Port 2 or 3 of the NCM Network Terminal Cabling Port 4 is composed of two connections (RJ-12 and DB9) leading to the same circuit.
  • Page 39 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NT Emulator Cable 9 to 25-pin Converter Cable NCM300 OT or PC 25-pin Male RJ-12 25-pin Female 9-pin Female Shell Shell ntemucab Figure 14: NT Emulator Cable for Connecting NT Emulator or OT to RJ-12 Connector (Port 4) Figure 15 shows the alternative cable you can use if either your RJ-12 connector or NT Emulator cable is damaged.
  • Page 40 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Operator Terminal Cabling On the NCM, the Operator Terminal connection can be made to: • Port 2 (RS-232), see Figure 16 and Figure 17 • Port 3 via a modem, see Figure 10 •...
  • Page 41 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin PC Serial Port PC Serial Port 9-pin Female 25-pin Female 9-pin Female 9-pin Female Shell Shell Shell Figure 17: RS-232 (Port 2 or Port 4) 9-pin Connections to Operator Terminal (PC)
  • Page 42 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Gateway Migration Cabling Cable connections from Port 2 of an NCM using the Gateway program set require one of two configurations: one for 101, 110, or 112 models of the JC/85 (top illustration), and one for 111 or 113 models (bottom illustration).
  • Page 43 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin S2 Migration: Table Top Modem The TTM-10n TableTop Modem provides an interface between the RS-232 Port 2 on the S2 Migration NCM and one JC/85 communications trunk. A TTM-10n modem consists of an external power supply, a circuit board with enclosure, and one master modem card.

  • Page 44: Software Setup

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Cable connections from the TTM101, TTM102, and TTM103 to the S2 NCM Port 2 require the following cable: S2 (TTM) 9-pin Female 25-pin Male Shell Shell nc3fig17 Figure 20: Table Top Modems to Port 2 of the S2 NCM Software Setup Several components integrate software and hardware into a system.
  • Page 45 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Definition Window Identify the NCM to the system by entering data into the attribute fields on the Definition window. The figure below shows the window as seen on the OWS; a description of each attribute follows.
  • Page 46 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 17 describes the fields in the NCM Definition window. Table 17: NC Definition Window Fields Field Description Object Name Enter any valid 1-8 character string. The object name must not presently exist under the system name.

  • Page 47: Commissioning

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Commissioning Overview Commissioning a Network Control Module begins after these conditions have been met: • You installed the NCM into a mounted enclosure. • You inspected all field wiring. • You defined software objects for all the modules.

  • Page 48: Setting The N2 End-Of-Line Switches

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin • after installing additional SIMMs, change the memory switch settings to allow the NCM to use the additional memory. See Setting the Memory Switches in this document. • set the EOL switches both the same, Up or Down, as required for N2 termination or N2 errors may occur •...

  • Page 49: Setting The Memory Switches

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Setting the Memory Switches The memory configuration is set by Switches 1 and 2 (leftmost) of the DIP switch bank shown in Figure 22. The four memory switch settings (2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 MB of DRAM) are shown in Table 18. Figure 22 shows a 4 MB memory configuration (Switch 1=down, Switch 2=up).
  • Page 50 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NOVRAM Defaults Table 19 shows the NOVRAM factory defaults for the NCM. Table 19: NOVRAM Defaults (NCM) Gate Node Port Node Address Archive Address Network Name (blank) Port 3 Baud 19200 Table 20 shows the NOVRAM defaults for the Fire-Net NCM.
  • Page 51 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Hardware Requirements WNCSETUP requires the following hardware to run: • PC or laptop • cabling - if the utility is run via the: RS-232 Port 2 or 3 on the NCM, the cable could be 9-pin female or 25-pin female on the PC end, based on the type of PC or laptop used.

  • Page 52: Ncm Idle Time

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 5. If no errors occur, the LEDs remain off (except Power). If errors occur, they are displayed. Refer to Appendix B: NCM Maintenance in this document for more information. Failure of Test 1 or 2 causes that LED to flash until power is cycled;...

  • Page 53: Specifications And Order Codes

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Idle Time in the Task Utilization Tool The idle time displayed in the Task Utilization tool does not have the same value as the NCM Idle Time. The NCM Idle Time is a filtered value (see the Idle Time Percent Calculation section).
  • Page 54 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 22: Order Codes Description Product Code Number Network Control Module 350-8 NU-NCM350-8 Network Control Module 350-8 (Repair) NU-NCM350-708 Network Control Module 361-8 NU-NCM361-8 Network Control Module 361-8 (Repair) NU-NCM361-708 Network Control Module 300 (Repair)

  • Page 55: Detailed Procedures

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Detailed Procedures Replacing an NCM401 with an NCM300 If objects have been added online, they are lost if the NC file is recompiled. To avoid losing these objects, first perform an NC upload, then a decompile (using UNDDL), and finally make the port changes to the decompiled file.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the NCM This section provides basic troubleshooting information. Additional NCM maintenance and hardware troubleshooting information is located in Appendix B: NCM Maintenance in this document. If you cannot resolve your problem after checking or performing the...
  • Page 57 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM350-8 Resets or Malfunctions Due to Circuit Shorting The Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EPROM) covering on NCM350-8s is conductive to shield electromagnetic signals from the NCM. The ROM150 cover may come in contact with the NCM motherboard or the card installed in the first ISA option slot.
  • Page 58 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 3. If using a Thomas-Conrad ARCNET board, ensure that the operating mode switch setting is set to compatible. 4. Ensure that the physical configuration of the system is within guidelines. These include cable lengths, type, integrity, end-of-line...
  • Page 59 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 3. Test the download procedure with a known, good cable (particularly check the N1 connections) and a known, good ARCNET card. 4. Inspect the error logs (see Step 4, in previous section). 5. There may be software issues preventing the download. Here are some things to consider: •...
  • Page 60 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin If you are using an internal modem on Port 5 or Port 6, there are no LEDs. It might be helpful to turn on the speakers to check for operation. • If the RECV and XMIT LEDs respond irregularly, and the...
  • Page 61 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Cycle power to the NCM. An LED 4 error indicates that a port is failing. Use WNCSETUP menu INFORMATION command to find out which port is failing. Additional Field Checks: S2 Migration Connections...
  • Page 62 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin If Port 4 has failed, see the Network Terminal Technical Bulletin (LIT-636012) for further troubleshooting. WNCSETUP Field Checks One reason that an NCM appears not to function properly is that the NCSETUP for Windows software version used to configure it is not appropriate to the version of Metasys software loaded in the NCM.

  • Page 63: Related Commissioning Problems

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Solutions are the following: • Contact the Field Support Center (FSC) and ask for the NCM Download Patch. Install the patch and add EADnldTimer and EADnldWindows to the Metasys INI file. See the Optional METASYS.INI File Parameters section of the Metasys...
  • Page 64 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin N1 Statistics Diagnostics System representatives have assumed their NCM was faulty due to the appearance of error counts during the N1 Statistics Diagnostics. See the Using Diagnostics chapter (LIT-120159) of the Operator Workstation User’s Manual. Some error counts are typically generated when running the diagnostics.
  • Page 65 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin • Use these methods to check the termination LAN resistance: If the Network consists of NCM101/401/200 series controllers and high DC resistance ARCNET cards, power down the network and, with the LAN cables connected, insert a T-connector and measure the conductor-to-shield resistance.

  • Page 66: Short Haul Modems (Line Drivers)

    In extremely noisy conditions, connect a Johnson Controls line conditioning device/noise limiting capacitor (ACC-22-0) between the two receive wires at the NCM side of the modem. If the modem is...

  • Page 67: Ncm Power-Up Leds

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM Power-up LEDs IMPORTANT: Install the NU-ROM101 or NU-ROM150 before applying power to the NCM. If either the NU-ROM101 or NU-ROM150 is not installed when power is applied to the NCM, the NCM DRAM and NOVRAM may be corrupted.
  • Page 68 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Power LED Battery Status LED LED 1 LED 2 ncmblwup LED 3 LED 4 LED 5 LED 6 LED 7 LED 8 DS10 Figure 23: LED Indicators on the NCM...
  • Page 69 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Self Diagnostics: Microprocessor Indicators and Troubleshooting NCM power up self-diagnostics follows this sequence: 1. After applying power, the LEDs randomly light during initialization (for approximately 1 second), responding to commanded positions. 2. An LED (LED 1 through 8) flashes as an indication of the NCM’s...
  • Page 70 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 24: Diagnostic LEDs, Descriptions, and Remedies Error LED Description Action LED 1 (flashing) EPROM checksum error Power down, reseat ROM SIMM (NU-ROM101 or NU-ROM150), and power back up. LED 2 (flashing) DRAM read/write error Power down.

  • Page 71: Ncm Module Field Checks

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM Module Field Checks To field check NCM modules: 1. Cycle power to run self-diagnostics. This may clear any internal errors. 2. If an error is indicated by the LEDs, determine whether to replace the module.

  • Page 72: Ncm300/350 Troubleshooting

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM300/350 Troubleshooting Refer to Table 25 for general NCM300/350 troubleshooting information. Table 25: NCM300/350 Troubleshooting Guide Error/Condition Problem Solution NCM300/350 resets The problem is usually caused by Use a working 8-bit adapter card if you have...
  • Page 73 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Error/Condition Problem Solution (Cont.) NCM300/350 Wrong cable configuration causing Use the appropriate OWS to NCM RS232 periodically fails and problems with certain signals Port cables from the figures in the NCM locks up during between the modem and PC.

  • Page 74: Appendix A: Fire-Net Ncm

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Appendix A: Fire-Net NCM The Fire-Net Network Control Module (Fire-Net NCM) is a fire network controller connected to the Metasys Intelligent Fire Network (MIFN). It is an NCM300 that is listed under UL 864 UOJZ and meets...

  • Page 75: System Configuration

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin System Configuration To meet the UL 864 UOJZ listing, the Fire-Net NCM has requirements and restrictions that differ from requirements of the standard NCM300. This section details the changes in hardware, wiring, configuration, and downloading that allow the Fire-Net NCM to meet the UL Listing.

  • Page 76: Hardware

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Hardware The Fire-Net NCM is available as NU-NCM300-FIRE or NU-NCMFIRE-1 and includes the Fire-Net NCM, a special, preinstalled ARCNET controller board (NU-ARC101-0) to connect to the Metasys N1 LAN, and 2 MB memory modules. A power cord, rather than wires, connects the Fire-Net NCM to a Fire Watchdog Enclosure (WD-TIMER) or a UPM power outlet.

  • Page 77: Interface Boards

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Interface Boards The N1 ARCNET board comes preinstalled on the Fire-Net NCM and provides the connection to the N1 LAN. The MIB-OWS is field installed and connects the Fire-Net NCM to the MIFN.
  • Page 78 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Node Numbers All network nodes connected to either the N1 LAN or the MIFN must have a node number to identify it on either one or both of the networks. Intelligent Fire Controller (IFC) panels, Intelligent Network Annunciators (INAs), Fire-Net NCMs, and Fire OWSs are all examples of MIFN nodes.
  • Page 79 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Installing the MIB-OWS Board The steps below detail how to install the MIB-OWS into the Fire-Net NCM. Unplug the Fire-Net NCM from any power source. Remove the ISA slot cover by loosening the two screws that hold the cover on the Fire-Net NCM board (Figure 25).
  • Page 80 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Fire-Net NCM Base Top View Battery Power Supply Remove Twist Off N1 LAN ARCNET Card topview Figure 26: Removing the ISA Tabs Note: Because you now have easy access to the N1 ARCNET board, set the N1 network node address on the switches.

  • Page 81: Mounting

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Make sure the MIB-OWS interrupt selector jumper is set to IRQ3 and plug the MIB-OWS board into the available ISA slot, fitting the ends into the ISA and empty slot. Replace the two screws on the top of the ISA slot and empty slot and screw down.
  • Page 82 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Making the N1 LAN Connection Follow the steps below to connect the Fire-Net NCM to the N1 LAN. Install a T-connector into the port of the Fire-Net NCM N1 LAN ARCNET board. Connect the N1 LAN cable to one end of the T-connector. If the NCM is at the end of line, connect a 93-ohm terminator cap to the other end of the T-connector.
  • Page 83 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Fire-Net NCM Base Top View Battery Power Supply Use the last terminal for an earth ground. MIB-OWS-W-0 topview2 N1 LAN ARCNET Board Figure 28: Orientation of the MIB-OWS Terminal Block Use the last terminal for an earth ground.
  • Page 84 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Making the MIFN Connection: Fiber-Optic Cable To install fiber optic cable into the MIB-OWS, use a cable terminated with an ST connector. The ST connector has a bayonet locking system connected using the steps below: Line up the peg on the fiber optic cable connector with the slot on the top of the MIB-OWS receptacle (Figure 31).
  • Page 85 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Step 1: Line up the peg on the cable with the slot on the MIB-OWS. MIB-OWS-F-0 Step 2: Twist the collar on the cable Step 3: Push forward and twist to line up with the peg on the to lock in place.

  • Page 86: Downloading A Fire-Net Ncm

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 5 S ncmpwr Figure 32: Plugging the Power Cord into the Watchdog Enclosure For details on how to connect the Watchdog Enclosure to UPS power, see the Universal Packaging Module Technical Bulletin (LIT-6363070).

  • Page 87: Order Numbers

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Order Numbers Table 29: Hardware Code Number Description NU-NCM300-FIRE/ Metasys Fire-Net NCM with Power Supply NU-NCMFIRE-1 Choose from the following: MIB-OWS-F-0 MIB Fiber Optic Transceiver MIB-OWS-WF-0 MIB Fiber Optic/Copper Transceiver MIB-OWS-W-0 MIB Copper Wire Transceiver NU-ARC101-0 Repair ARCNET Card.

  • Page 88: Appendix B: Ncm Maintenance

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Appendix B: NCM Maintenance Introduction We recommend regular maintenance to help keep older NCMs from failing. Mission critical NCMs need the most attention. This section contains simple flowcharts, maintenance check procedures, and troubleshooting information to assist you in keeping NCMs running at peak performance.
  • Page 89 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM Field Inspection Running Metasys Release 9.01C or Later? NCM 350 Download Flash Latest Flash into NCM350 Installed? NCM300 Order and Install Latest SIMM Latest SIMMs Installed Perform Perform Battery you have a...
  • Page 90 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM Power Fail Test Clear NCM Error Perform NCM Power Fail Test Collect Error Log Data Flashing Replace Battery Recover? LED 7? Bad Power Supply Replace Power Supply Figure 35: NCM Power Fail Test Flowchart...
  • Page 91 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM Diagnostics Metasys Release 9.01 or Return Later Installed? Map AD Objects to Data Collected NCM Diagnostics Idle Time > Take Corrective 70%? Action Acquired Take Corrective Memory Action Depleted? JCB TIME >...

  • Page 92: Maintenance Quick Check

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Maintenance Quick Check Follow this quick checklist to help maintain NCMs: All NCMs running Metasys Release 9.01C or later All NCM350s running latest flash All NCM300s have latest SIMMs installed Battery test completed...
  • Page 93 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Running Metasys Database Programs with an Active PMI - Serious ARCNET N1 network corruption can occur if Windows 95 or Windows 98 operating systems configures the PC hardware. Windows 95 and Windows 98 operating systems include an additional ARCNET driver that becomes active with a Metasys DOS database application such as UNDDL.
  • Page 94 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 31: Hardware Attribute Values Value Description IDLE This number represents the exponential weighted average of the NCM CPU idle time. A value of 70% and higher yields the best performance. FREEMEM This is the Acquired Memory parameter. This value fluctuates over time but should never gradually go to zero.
  • Page 95 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin NCM Battery Visual Inspection Refer to Figure 37 for battery and power supply location. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Battery Cover -ATTENTION - PLEAS E DI S CO NNE DT BA TTERY...
  • Page 96 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Ordering and Using the Battery Tester To order the battery tester, contact: Applied Control Concepts 8865 North 55th Street Milwaukee, WI 53223 (414) 362-7880 Refer to part number NU-BATTST-0, which includes connector cables. (Replacement connector cables are also available separately through Applied Control Concepts [part number NU-BATCBL-0].)
  • Page 97 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Follow these steps to perform a test of the charger and battery: 1. Open the battery case and disconnect the battery from the charger. 2. Connect the tester to the battery charger cable.
  • Page 98 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Replacing the Battery Pack To replace the battery pack: 1. Remove the battery/Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) cover. 2. Disconnect the battery and firmly pull on the battery cable. (This dislodges the battery pack from the cover.) 3.
  • Page 99 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Power Fail Test Worksheet (PFTWS) Complete the worksheet in Figure 39 for each NCM. Note that the NCM error log must be cleared prior to each series of tests. Make copies of the worksheet as necessary.
  • Page 100 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Table 33: Power Fail Test Results Model NCM300-1 -2 NCM30 NCM350-1 -2 -8 NCM350 0 Notes Notes Memory EPROM / SIMM 6.00 (-1) FLASH 8.01 EPROM / SIMM 6.02 (-2) SIMM 8.02 Battery Not Installed –...
  • Page 101 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Power Supply (NCM3XX) Periodic inspection is required to ensure the NCM power supplies are performing at their peak. This section describes routine power supply inspection. Remove the power supply cover to complete the inspection. Replace the power supply if any of the following conditions are detected: •...
  • Page 102 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Probing ISA Slot Pins Remove the ISA slot cover. With a volt meter, measure voltages between the following pins: +12 V and ground (tolerance 11.4 V/12.6 V) -12 V and ground (tolerance -11.4 V/-12.6 V) +5 V and ground (tolerance 4.875 V/5.25 V)
  • Page 103 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Battery Cover -ATTENTION - PLEAS E DI S CO NNE DT BA TTERY BE FORE INS TA LLING M E MO RY Battery Fault (LED)
  • Page 104 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -ATTENTION - P L E A S E D I S C ON N E D T B A T T E R Y BEFORE INST A L LING MEMORY...

  • Page 105: Appendix C: Ncm100 Power Supply Troubleshooting

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Appendix C: NCM100 Power Supply Troubleshooting Introduction Some NU-PWR101-0 power supplies shipped prior to the end of 1995 experience random failures that become evident only after cycling the line power. After restoring line power, the power supply is dead with no output.

  • Page 106: Preventive Action

    Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin Preventive Action Consider job site expansion and maintenance strategy and the options suggested below to decide what update or upgrade plans might best fit this customer’s overall operation. Consider the following risks and options for your customers: •...
  • Page 107 Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin 4. Receive and replace units. When replacing, verify that the revision level on the label on the side of the original unit is prior to Revision G. 5. Return the replaced units to the Repair Center on a regular RMA.

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