Summary of Contents for FOLKNOLL DISABLED REFUGE EVC
- Page 1 Folknoll Group Ltd. DISABLED REFUGE EVC 3-ZONE REFUGE EVC SYSTEM MANUAL File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
VERSION DATE DESCRIPTION V1.00 02.11.2018 Original CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................................1 WHAT IS A DISABLED REFUGE EVC SYSTEM ......................1 FOLKNOLL 3-ZONE REFUGE EVC ..........................1 1.1.1 Fire-Resistant Cabling ............................ 1 1.1.2 Choice of Outstations ............................ 1 1.1.3 3-Zone Master Station ........................... 1 1.1.4... - Page 3 Figure 4 Typical 3-Zone Master Connection ................... 6 Figure 5 Master Station PCB ........................7 Figure 6 Master Station Panel ......................... 9 Figure 7 Example Outstations ....................... 12 PAGE ii File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd...
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Page 4: Introduction
A disabled refuge is a relatively safe area where people can gather in emergencies to await rescue. A disabled refuge EVC is an emergency voice communication system that enables persons in a refuge to communicate with building management in the event of an emergency. The purpose of the refuge EVC is to help coordinate rescue by providing information, instruction and reassurance to refuge users. -
Page 5: About Us
Please contact us for further information about our wide range of products and services and find out how we can provide a solution for you. PAGE 2 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 6: 3-Zone Refuge Evc Installation
200m • Assuming FIRETUFdata cable is used the maximum length of cable between the master station and the system controller is 200m PAGE 3 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 7: 3-Zone Refuge Evc Connections
3-ZONE REFUGE EVC SYSTEM MANUAL V1.00 3 3-ZONE REFUGE EVC CONNECTIONS All connection is via terminal block located within the equipment. Folknoll’s design has allowed sufficient room for glands for larger fire-resistant cables types to comply with BS requirements. 3-ZONE OUTSTATION CONNECTION... -
Page 8: 3-Zone Outstation With Loop
3-ZONE OUTSTATION WITH LOOP Figure 3 Typical 3-Zone Outstation with Induction Loop Connection USUALLY 4-PAIR CABLE IS USED WITH LOOP POWER PAIRS DOUBLED UP PAGE 5 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 9: 3-Zone Master Station Connection
3-ZONE REFUGE EVC SYSTEM MANUAL V1.00 3-ZONE MASTER STATION CONNECTION Figure 4 Typical 3-Zone Master Connection USUALLY 4-PAIR CABLE IS USED WITH POWER PAIRS DOUBLED UP PAGE 6 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 10: 3-Zone Refuge Evc Commissioning
The 3-zone master station is fitted with a fault monitoring circuit. Fault monitoring is factory disabled for shipping and installation. After the Disabled Refuge EVC system is installed and ready to power up, fault monitoring should be enabled by setting both PCB dip switches to on. The monitoring circuit will... -
Page 11: Initial Power Up
No further commissioning is required. 4.1.6 Volume and Microphone Gain Adjustment Outstation microphone gain and speaker volume are factory set and should not be adjusted during commissioning. If adjustment is required please contact Folknoll. PAGE 8 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx... -
Page 12: 3-Zone Refuge Master Operation
If required by local procedures ensure that the master station controls are disabled after use. PAGE 9 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 13: Incoming Calls
This system is a push to talk (PTT) system. To talk to a user the operator must press and hold the TALK button. Whilst the TALK button is held the operator will not be able to hear the user. PAGE 10 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 14: To Cancel An Outgoing Call
The buttons on the master station corresponding to all outstations will no longer be illuminated • Announcements, (and other noises), picked up by the master station microphone will no longer be broadcast by all configured outstations PAGE 11 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 15: Outstation Operation
The user can talk to the operator when the operator has finished talking 6.2.2 To Cancel an Incoming Call Incoming calls are cancelled by the operator. There is no requirement for any user action. PAGE 12 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 16: All Calls And Announcements
All Calls are controlled by the operator, user operation is not required. PAGE 13 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 17: 3- Zone Refuge Evc Faults
1 long followed by 1 audio path test long Continuous tone Outstation Outstation button flashes disconnected Fig 7:1 Table of System Fault Messages PAGE 14 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 18: Mains Power Fault
The fault should be reported / repaired according to the local fault reporting procedure. THE OUTSTATION INDICATED MAY NOT BE OPERATIONAL UNTIL THE FAULT IS RECTIFIED PAGE 15 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 19: 3-Zone Refuge Evc Maintenance
Disabled Refuge EVC systems are usually only used in the event of an emergency. Faults and other issues that develop may not be discovered until an emergency arises and the system is required. It is important that routine maintenance and frequent testing is carried out to ensure that the system is fully operational. -
Page 20: Controller / Psu / Cables
The system is still operational (check that calls can be made) Restore the mains supply and check the following: • The master station no longer reports mains fail PAGE 17 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 21: Standby Time Test
Check that the master station reports the audio path fail correctly 8.3.7 Automatic Audio Path Testing • Monitor the systems at the time testing is to commence • Check audio path testing is initiated PAGE 18 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... -
Page 22: Appendix A Firetuf Cables
DISABLED REFUGE EVC PAGE 19 3-ZONE REFUGE EVC SYSTEM MANUAL V1.00 9 APPENDIX A FIRETUF CABLES PAGE 19 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd... - Page 23 DISABLED REFUGE EVC PAGE 20 3-ZONE REFUGE EVC SYSTEM MANUAL V1.00 PAGE 20 File:DR 7700-000 SM7 V100 Refuge EVC Manual 3-Zone.Docx E+EO (c) 2018 Folknoll Group Ltd...
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