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Advanced Fire Systems AX Series Installation & Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 AX Series NTELLIGENT LARM ONTROL ANEL & O NSTALLATION PERATION ANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AX Intelligent Manual Pull Stations ....................... 30     3.3.6.6 AX Intelligent Addressable I/O Modules ......................30     3.3.6.6.1 AX Series Monitors and Priority Monitors ..................... 31     3.3.6.6.2 AX Series Output Modules ........................34 3.3.7   NAC Circuits ............................36  ...
  • Page 3     3.4.3 Battery Calculation for AX-CTL-4/4D ....................44   Operation ......................45       User Controls and Indications ....................45 4.1.1   Control Keys ............................45   4.1.2   Navigation Keys ........................... 46   4.1.3   Number Keys ............................46  ...
  • Page 4 Maintenance & Troubleshooting ................ 73         Troubleshooting ........................73 5.1.1   Base Card I/O Addresses and Built-in Intelligent Multi-Meter .............. 73       Replacement of Components ....................75 5.2.1   Batteries............................... 75       5.2.1.1 Standby Batteries ............................

  • Page 5: Introduction / Overview

    1 Introduction / Overview 1.1 Product Description This manual covers the installation, programming and operation of the AX-CTL-2 and AX-CTL-4 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panels. The AX-CTL-2 is a Multiple Loop, Analog Addressable Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel with provision for up to two signaling line circuits and two notification appliance circuits.

  • Page 6: System Components

    1.2 System Components 1.2.1 Internal Peripherals The following internal peripherals can be installed in an AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel: Document AX-PSU Expansion Power Supply Module 682-012 AX-NET4 Network Interface Module, Style 4 682-013 AX-NET7 Network Interface Module, Style 7...

  • Page 7: Nac Devices

    AX-ISOL 55000-750AEL Isolator Module & 45681-211ADS Isolator Mounting Base (fits 3” octagon electrical box 682-008 Bases 45681-225AEL Standard 6” Base (fits 4” square or octagon electrical box) 682-008 45681-250AEL E-Z-Fit Low Profile Base (fits 4” square or octagon electrical box) 682-008 45681-234AEL Low Profile Base (fits 4”...

  • Page 8: Limitations Of Fire Alarm Systems

    1.3 Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems Installation of a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, BUT it is not a substitute for fire insurance! An automatic fire alarm system can provide early warning and notification of the development of a fire.

  • Page 9: Agency Listings / Approvals / Requirements

    2 Agency Listings / Approvals / Requirements 2.1 ANSI/UL864 This product is listed for the following services and applications. • Local • Local & Shunt Trip • Auxiliary • Central Station (Requires DACT) • Manual • Automatic • Waterflow • Supervisory This product must be installed, serviced and maintained in accordance with the following standards and any local / state codes.

  • Page 10: Installation

    3 Installation Carefully unpack the system and check for shipping damage. Remove all circuit boards and mount the cabinet in a clean, dry, vibration-free area where extreme temperatures are not encountered. The area should be readily accessible with sufficient room to easily install and maintain the panel. Locate the top of the cabinet approximately 5½...

  • Page 11: Circuit Card Installation

    3.2 Circuit Card Installation AX Series panels are shipped fully assembled and tested as two-loop (AX-CTL-2/2D) or four-loop (AX-CTL-4/4D) systems. Additional circuit cards for field expansion (present and future) are available and shipped in separate packing for protection. Prior to mounting the enclosure remove all pre-installed circuit cards.

  • Page 12: Replacing Base Card

    3.2.1 Replacing Base Card If replacing Base Card, remove power (AC and battery) from the system. Remove all field wiring terminal blocks from the Base Card, and disconnect flat ribbon cable attached to the Alphanumeric Graphical Display Card. Remove the three (3) Philip head screws (p) from the Base Card, as indicated on the drawing below (p).

  • Page 13: Adding Function Led Label Or Replacing Alphanumeric Graphical Display

    3.2.2 Adding function LED label or replacing Alphanumeric Graphical Display If utilizing programmable Function LEDs: Remove power (AC and battery) from the system and loosen the seven (7) hex nuts holding the Alphanumeric Graphical Display Card to the front panel faceplate. Cut-out supplied slide-in label, affix custom label and slide the label into the slot on the front of the Alphanumeric Graphical Display Card.

  • Page 14: Adding Or Replacing Ax-Lpd Or Ax-Nac Module

    3.2.3 Adding or replacing AX-LPD or AX-NAC module If adding, remove the two (2) Philip head screws (p) from the Base Card, as indicated on the drawing below (p). Insert and tighten two (2) of the supplied metal hexagon spacers in the locations where the Base Card screws were removed (p).

  • Page 15: Adding Or Replacing Ax-Net4 Or Ax-Net7 Module

    3.2.4 Adding or replacing AX-NET4 or AX-NET7 module If adding, install the supplied metal hexagon spacer in the position noted on the drawing below (h). Install the three (3) supplied nylon spacers in the three (3) positions denoted on the drawing below (n). Position the module onto the three (3) nylon spacers and snap in place.

  • Page 16: Adding Or Replacing Ax-Cty Module

    3.2.5 Adding or replacing AX-CTY Module The AX-CTY is a module providing connection of the AX Series FACP to a Local Energy Masterbox. The AX-CTY module connects to any AX Series dedicated notification appliance circuit (AX-LPD/AX-NAC module or SLC loop NAC module). The module can be mounted to any available stand-off in the cabinet enclosure, or placed on a stand-off in an standard electrical outlet box with or without the AX-NACM (SLC loop module).

  • Page 17: Ax-Psu Dc Wiring

    3.2.6.1 AX-PSU DC Wiring Nominal 27.4VDC temperature compensated to track main panel DC supply. The power from the AX-PSU is used to supply additional power to the AUX power circuits, NAC-3, and NAC-4 outputs in lieu of power being drawn from the Base Card PSU. A cable is supplied with the AX- PSU Module for connection to the Base Card, interfacing DC power and fault monitoring –...

  • Page 18: Adding Or Replacing Ax-Rl8 Module

    3.2.7 Adding or replacing AX-RL8 Module If adding, mount the AX-RL8 module to the standoffs in the position shown below and secure using the four (4) supplied Philip head screws. Failure to tighten the screws will defeat the protection circuitry designed to protect the module from damage due to lightning and static electricity.

  • Page 19: Circuit / Electrical Specifications

    3.3 Circuit / Electrical Specifications The AX Series Intelligent FACP consists of two basic printed Class B (Style 4) circuit card assemblies. Class A (Style 6 or 7) These are the Base Card and Cl ass B (Styl e Y) the Display Card.

  • Page 20: Ac Branch Circuit

    3.3.1 AC Branch Circuit: PANEL RATINGS: 120V (1.4A/2.8A ) – 240V (0.7A/1.4A ) 50/60Hz Brown-out – 98V nominal NEUTRAL Fuse: 5A, 250VAC Ceramic, Time Delay (size 5x20mm) EARTH (Advanced part number 620-003, Bussmann GROUND S505-5-R, Littelfuse 0215005.XP) HOT/LIVE FUSE AC Wiring: #14 or #12 AWG, refer to NEC AC Input 15A Branch Circuit Over-current protection for this circuit must...

  • Page 21: Auxiliary Dc Power Input

    ANC PSU AUX-1 AUX-2 F AU L T 3.3.3 Auxiliary DC Power Input An additional 5 Amp, 24 VDC power supply can Ax-PSU Moni toring be added to the system by adding an optional AX-PSU module. Separate batteries are not required.

  • Page 22: Slc Circuits

    3.3.6 SLC Circuits STYLE 6/7 STYLE 4 Two or four (via AX-LPD plug-in module) SLC LOOP LOOP circuits are provided. Each circuit as follows: OUT RET 24V DC, 0.5A SUPERVISED. POWER LIMITED. STYLE 4 Connect OUT+ > IN+ Class B (Style 4), Class A (Style 6) or Class A Connect OUT–...

  • Page 23: Slc Peripheral Devices

    3.3.6.2 AX Intelligent Smoke Detectors AX Series Intelligent Smoke Detectors offer a wide range of capabilities. Each detector provides dual-alarm LEDs for a complete 360 view of a devices status. In addition, the LEDs can be programmed for flashing during quiescent mode.
  • Page 24 Designed to adapt to changing environments and protect against unwanted false alarms, the response characteristics of each AX Series detector is set to comply with the stringent requirements of UL and NFPA 72. Each AX Series detector is continuously monitored and tested for proper sensitivity and operation. If a problem is detected with either the devices sensitivity or it’s operation, a trouble or maintenance signal is reported back to the...
  • Page 25 it is protecting, which can be broadly related to the characteristics of a fire. The detector response modes relate to different combinations of smoke sensitivity characteristics and programmable assessment times, if utilized (see below). Response mode 1 is more sensitive than response mode 5. Detectors set to response mode 1 would be more suitable for environments in which sources of unwanted alarms are rare (i.e.: clean rooms and computer rooms).
  • Page 26 If communications fails, due to a signaling line circuit (SLC) processor failure, the alarm monitoring of the AX Series detector will continue to operate as long as a DC voltage is present. In this situation, the AX Series detector will automatically switch to a conventional alarm mode providing current pulses to the SLC loop if the device is in an alarm condition.

  • Page 27: Ax Detector Base Wiring

    3.3.6.3 AX Detector Base Wiring Standard, E-Z Fit & Low Profile Bases From To next AX Series AX Series SLC Loop Peripheral –R Optional Remote LED Relay Base From To next AX Series AX Series SLC Loop Peripheral R2 R1...
  • Page 28 Isolator Base From To next AX Series AX Series SLC Loop Peripheral Mounting Base Adapter Kit – Trim Ring & Mounting Plate Mounting Base Adaptor Kit Mounting Plate and Trim Ring Section 1 P/N- 38531-829 Section 2 P/N- 38531-830 1. Mount adaptor plate to electrical box using the required mounting holes.

  • Page 29: Ax Intelligent Modules

    3.3.6.4 AX Intelligent Modules AX Series Intelligent Modules offer a wide range of input and output capabilities. The communications is a digital protocol that provides a high degree of immunity to transient noise and interference. The protocol also provides a mechanism for a device to place an alarm flag on the communications data stream, providing a fast response (priority - refer to specific module options) so that the alarm condition is registered within 3 seconds.

  • Page 30: Ax Intelligent Manual Pull Stations

    The AX Series Intelligent Manual Pull Stations are available in a variety of colors to meet various special application requirements. Colored stations do not include the raised white “FIRE” labeling, but are capable of accommodating labels for Alert, Alarm, Exit, Evac, etc.

  • Page 31: Ax Series Monitors And Priority Monitors

    AX Series SLC communications process, and immediately allows the device to communicate with the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel(s). The Mini Priority Switch Monitor is utilized to monitor highly critical contact devices such as manual pull stations.
  • Page 32 Dual Switch Monitor - AX-DSWM (55000-790AEL) The AX-DSWM Dual Switch Monitor is an addressable module for use with the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel SLC Loops which incorporates two (2) independent, individually programmable, initiating device circuits (IDC), providing cost-effective solutions in areas requiring multiple addresses within the same location.
  • Page 33 I/O Relay Output & Switch Monitor - AX-I/O (55000-820AEL) The AX-I/O Relay Output & Switch Monitor is an application specific addressable module for use with the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panels. Each AX-I/O is SLC loop powered, eliminating the need for additional field wiring and external power supplies.

  • Page 34: Ax Series Output Modules

    AX Series Output Modules Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) Module - AX-NACM (55000-825AEL) The NAC Module (AX-NACM) is an addressable module for use with the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel SLC Loops. Each module incorporates an independent, individually programmable, notification appliance circuit (NAC), providing cost-effective solutions in areas requiring multiple notification appliance circuits.
  • Page 35 Relay Module - AX-RELAY (55000-863AEL) The Relay Module (AX-RELAY) is an application specific addressable module for use with the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel. Each module is SLC loop powered, eliminating the need for additional field wiring and external power supplies.

  • Page 36: Nac Circuits

    3.3.7 NAC Circuits STYLE Z STYLE Y Two standard NACs and two additional with OUT RET optional AX-LPD or AX-NAC plug-in card. Each circuit as follows: REGULATED 24V DC, 2.0A SUPERVISED. POWER LIMITED. Class B (Style Y), Class A (Style Z) Minimum return voltage permitted is 16V.

  • Page 37: Peripheral Bus Circuit

    P -B US RS -2 3 2 EX T 3.3.8 Peripheral Bus Circuit One peripheral bus circuit is provided for connection of local peripheral devices such as future AX-DACT. An EL R (150 Ω) is to be i nstall ed at ea ch e nd of the ci rcuit.
  • Page 38 Each interface card has independent connectors for the outgoing and incoming network wiring. Using a twisted-pair or shielded cable, connect from the “OUT” terminal on the first panel to the “IN” terminal on the next panel as follows: Shield Shield SHIELD Style 4 (Up to 32 nodes) The “IN”...

  • Page 39: Ax-Rl8 Relay Module

    3.3.12 AX-RL8 Relay Module R LY RL Y RL Y R LY AX-RL8 module – eight point relay module. AUX DC O/C OUT OU T The AX-RL8 module mounts onto studs located below the Base Card. RLY #1 and RLY #2 are Form C relays, and RLY #3 to RLY #8 are RIBBON C ABLE Form A relays.

  • Page 40: Interfacing To A Standalone Digital Alarm Communicator

    3.3.13 Interfacing to a Standalone Digital Alarm Communicator The following is an example of the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel interfaced to a FireLite Model 411UDAC for Central Station connection. AX Series Note: Though the interface to a Model 411UDAC is shown, the FACP can be interfaced to any LISTED standalone DACT.

  • Page 41: Auxiliary - Reverse Polarity Signaling

    3.3.14 Auxiliary - Reverse Polarity Signaling The following is a wiring diagram utilizing an AX Series NAC circuit or AX-NACM module for reverse polarity signaling to a Remote location. AX-CTL-2 and AX-CTL-4 Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel Line Reversal Remote Signaling...

  • Page 42: Recommended Cable Routing

    0.25” (6.35 mm) away from any non-power limited circuit wiring. Furthermore, all power limited and non-power limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through different knockouts and/or conduits. Below is a typical diagram for the AX Series AX-CTL-2, -4: Phone Wiring...

  • Page 43: Loading Calculations

    3.4 Loading Calculations 3.4.1 Panel Loading The Total Panel Load must not exceed the rating of the power supply. The power supply on the Base Card can deliver 5A total load maximum (battery charging is disabled during alarm). The panel loading includes the panel itself (260mA for a two loop panel and 340mA for a four loop panel), any power required for additional option modules and all external power required for the SLC, NAC and AUX circuits.

  • Page 44: Battery Calculation For Ax-Ctl-4/4D

    3.4.3 Battery Calculation for AX-CTL-4/4D Quiescent Load Alarm Load Equipment I (A) Total I (A) Total 0.167 = 0.167 0.262 = 0.262 AX-CTL-4, -4D Panel Sensor / SLC Current SLC #1 1.25 1.25 SLC #2 1.25 1.25 SLC #3 1.25 1.25 SLC #4 1.25...

  • Page 45: Operation

    4 Operation 4.1 User Controls and Indications 6 7 0 - 1 1 71-03 A L A R M S U P E R V I S O R Y RESET P R E - A L A R M N A C S I L E N C E D D I S A B L E N A C T R O U B L E...

  • Page 46: Navigation Keys

    4.1.2 Navigation Keys UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys are used to scroll through multiple status events, device details, and to navigate through the various displays and menus. Check Mark ( ✔) “Enter” key confirms entry of numeric or letter information. Cconfirms selection of menu options and changes some of the configuration options.

  • Page 47: Lcd Indications

    These events however, can be viewed at anytime by accessing the panel menu and selecting the view button. There are a number of different display messages that are displayed on the AX Series graphical LCD during an alarm, depending upon whether the event is acknowledged or unacknowledged and whether supervisory events are present.
  • Page 48 “ALARM IN ZONE xxxx” (acknowledged event) with zone/device messages for the specific device in alarm. Note: The AX Series panel acknowledges on a “Global” basis; all active events are acknowledged with the single activation of the acknowledge button.

  • Page 49: Alarm Condition - Silence, Resound And Reset

    If a new alarm or supervisory event occurs after previously acknowledged alarm/supervisory events, the alarm or supervisory LED will flash, the internal buzzer will sound (continuously for alarm, or pulsed for supervisory), and the alarm/supervisory tally will increase. The display however will not advance to the new event, instead the display will continue showing the 1st Alarm, as this is the highest priority and is required by NFPA 72.
  • Page 50 Total”. Off-normal state totals are listed in order of system priority; Pre-Alarms, Warnings, Supervisory, Troubles, and are only displayed if an active event within that priority is present on the system. Note: The AX Series panel acknowledges on a “Global” basis; all events are acknowledged with the single activation of the acknowledge button.

  • Page 51: Obtaining Detailed Device Information During Events

    4.4 Obtaining Detailed Device Information During Events When any event message display indicates (Press → for device details), pressing the right arrow ( button, on the keypad navigation keys, will allow the user to view further detailed information about the event/device. Example of an event message display prior to device details lookup: <...

  • Page 52: Performing A Fire Drill

    Example of a device detailed display pertaining to a specific off-normal event: < Supervisory message SUPERVISORY ZONE 0001 Electrical Room < Zone text for zone in supervisory < Device text message and type of device Sprinkler System Riser [SWITCH(MON.)] NODE 1 <...

  • Page 53: Positive Alarm Sequence

    Example of acknowledged fire drill (warning) event: < Off-Normal line [Off-Normal State : Total] < Off-Normal type and event total WARNINGS Only active off-normal events are displayed < More info pertaining to highlighted event ✔ (Press to select) Pressing the check mark (✔) button, on the keypad navigation keys, will allow the user to view further detailed information about the Warnings event.
  • Page 54 Example of an unacknowledged P.A.S. alarm: < New unacknowledged P.A.S alarm message NEW ALARM IN ZONE 0001 First Floor < Zone text for zone in P.A.S. alarm < Device text message and type of device Conference Room 100 [PHOTO SMOKE ] <...

  • Page 55: Alarm Verification

    4.7 Alarm Verification Alarm Verification provides a mechanism 6.8.5.4.1 Alarm Verification [1] Applies to smoke detectors only. to delay an alarm from a smoke detector Configuration must be password protected. due to transitory events. It should not, [2] It must not delay the actuation of alarms more than 60 seconds.

  • Page 56: Disabled Condition

    4.9 Disabled Condition If any zones, input devices or output devices have been disabled, the DISABLE LED will illuminate and the panel internal buzzer will sound (pulsing), requiring acknowledgement of the status change. In addition, the NAC DISABLE LED will illuminate if one or more notification appliance circuits or NAC SLC devices have been disabled. The display indicates zone disabled conditions in the lower half of the display as follows: 10:05 AM MAR 04 2006...

  • Page 57: User Menu Functions

    4.10 USER Menu Functions The following table gives a list of the USER Menu Functions, the sub-functions available within each main function and a brief description for each function. Main Menu Option Sub Menus Comments VIEW Alarms View Zones and Inputs that are reporting a fire alarm condition. Off-Normal View Zones, Inputs and Outputs that are reporting an off-normal condition.

  • Page 58: View Menu

    4.10.1 View Menu MAIN MENU [View Menu] User 1 Node ALARMS OFF-NORMAL NETWORK INPUTS OUTPUTS PANEL OFF-NORMAL SUB-MENU [Off-Normal Menu] User 1 Node ALARMS SUPERVISORY TROUBLE DISABLED PRE-ALARM WARNING Note that Alarm and other Off-Normal conditions (Supervisory, Trouble, Pre-Alarm, Disables and Warning Conditions are all normally shown without having to select the view menu.

  • Page 59: View Outputs

    4.10.1.2 View Outputs This function shows the current operational condition for all Outputs. [Outputs] More> Zone Mode Location 0008 ENABLED GROUND FLOOR 0100 ENABLED MAIN RECEPTION Press the buttons to highlight the required zone and then press the button to view the individual outputs. For example: [ Outputs In Zone 0008] More>...

  • Page 60: Alarm Counter

    4.10.1.3.2 Alarm Counter The Panel records the number of times that an alarm condition has occurred at the panel since installation. [View Alarm Counter] 0000000033 In the above example, the panel has entered an alarm condition 33 times since it was installed. The panel increments the count by one each time it changes from the normal condition to indicate an alarm condition.

  • Page 61: Disable Menu

    4.10.2 Disable Menu When selecting the Disable Menu, the display shows six possible options. For example: [Disable] User 1 Node ZONE/INPUTS OUTPUTS CONTROLS USER-ID GROUPS buttons to highlight the required menu option and then press the ✔ button to select it. Press the 4.10.2.1 Disable - Zones and Inputs This option provides the means to disable an entire zone, all input devices except pull stations, or disable individual...

  • Page 62: Disable - Outputs

    buttons to scroll through and highlight the required input and then press the ✔ button to disable it. Press the Pressing the ✔ button when the input is already disabled will enable the input. Press the ‘Esc’ button to return. 4.10.2.2 Disable - Outputs The Disable Outputs Option allows for the isolation of some or all of the outputs.

  • Page 63: All Other Outputs

    4.10.2.2.2 All Other Outputs Press the buttons to scroll through and highlight the ALL OTHER OUTPUTS (i.e.: relay outputs) option and then press the ✔ button to disable them. The display automatically reverts to the Main Disable Menu. ALL NAC OUTPUTS ALL OTHER OUTPUTS ONLY SELECTED OUTPUTS FIRE ROUTING...

  • Page 64: Disable - Controls

    4.10.2.3 Disable - Controls Disabling Controls will cancel any Level 2 or above access Level and return the panel to a Level 1 access level. Access Level 1 requires an access password for any control button (i.e.: ACK, RESET, etc.) or keypad entry usage. Note: If the panel has an optional access Level key switch installed, the installer needs to program for disabled controls, so the key switch will be the only means for access to control button and keypad usage.

  • Page 65: Disable - User Id

    If using the investigation delays, the “PAS” LED Indicator will illuminate. When the investigation delays are disabled and turned off, the “PAS” LED is off. Press ‘Esc’ to cancel and make no change to the current operational setting. If the PAS delays are not configured in the panel, the display briefly shows “NOT CONFIGURED” before returning to the Disable Menu Options.

  • Page 66: Enable Menu

    4.10.3 Enable Menu When selecting the Enable Menu Option, the display shows the available Enable Functions. [Enable] User 1 Node ZONE/INPUTS OUTPUTS GROUPS CHANGE-TIME buttons to highlight the required menu option and then press the ✔ button to select it. Press the 4.10.3.1 Enable - Zones and Inputs Selecting this option will show a list of zones containing disabled input devices.

  • Page 67: Test Menu

    To change the settings, use the buttons to highlight the required option. Directly enter the new time or date using the number buttons. As soon as a number button is pressed, the display will clear the current setting and show the new value as it is entered. For example: [SET TIME/DATE] TIME = 1-:-- DATE = 04/15/06...
  • Page 68 1 Zone in Test ] Zone Test State Location 0001 IN TEST BASEMENT WEST 0002 BASEMENT EAST 0008 GROUND FLOOR 0009 MAIN RECEPTION AREA When one or more Zones are placed in a test state, the Test LED will illuminate. When an input device is activated (i.e.

  • Page 69: Test - Display

    4.10.4.2 Test - Display The Test Display option checks the operation of all the LEDs and the Graphic Display. All of the LEDs are turned on and the entire display is shown in reverse (inverted). , ✔ and 0-9 buttons. When a button is pressed, During this test, it is possible to test the operation of the it is indicated on the display.

  • Page 70: Set-Up Printer

    4.10.5.2 Set-up Printer To enable or set-up the operating characteristics of the printer, highlight the Set-up Printer Option and press the ✔ button to confirm. If the current User ID (access level password) does not have the required authority, the display prompts for entry of an authorized password to guard against inadvertent changes.

  • Page 71: Print Outputs

    The printout will show all input points for the zones selected. Information printed includes Device Text, Zone Number, Loop and Address, Current Status and Analog Value. 4.10.5.4 Print Outputs To print information on any output, highlight the Outputs option and press the ✔ button to confirm. The display will show the following: [Outputs] First Zone...

  • Page 72: Print - Log

    If there are zones with outputs disabled: 1 Zone(s) with Outputs Disabled] First Zone Last Zone (Press → to Start Print) The panel will analyze the network and the display will prompt the zones in a disabled condition to be printed. Use the arrow ( ) buttons to highlight the first and last zone number and use the number keys to change the zone number as required.

  • Page 73: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    5.1 Troubleshooting Designed with the technician in mind, each module of the AX Series panel is easy to install and service. All inputs and outputs of the Base Card are addressable and provide precise information of status condition. The power supplies offer status LEDs, temperature compensated charging, and the ability to operate directly from the batteries when AC supply is not yet available at the installation site.
  • Page 74 04.1 Charger (I) (Current)* (State of Charger Current) * Dependent upon whether batteries are being charged, 0mA if no charge needed 04.2 Charger (C) (~25 C = Normal) (State of Charger Temp. in 05.0 Ground Volts (~13V = Normal)* (State of Ground Voltage) * Higher voltage = positive ground, lower voltage = negative ground (voltage dependent upon ground potential) 05.1...

  • Page 75: Replacement Of Components

    5.2 Replacement of Components In general, all of the component parts used in the construction of the panel have been selected for long life and reliability. However, certain components may require to be changed on a regular service basis. The details of these are as follows: 5.2.1 Batteries Respect the Environment.

  • Page 76: Led Status

    5.3 LED Status On-board Status LEDs available for troubleshooting purposes. 5.3.1 Base Card 10 9 RS23 PBUS LED Function Description Heartbeat LED – PSU Normal: Flashes at 1Hz Heartbeat LED – Main Microprocessor Normal: Flashes at 1Hz Serial Expansion Card ON = Serial Expansion Card Connected ON = USB Connected PBUS Communications –...

  • Page 77: Ax-Lpd Plug-In Slc/Nac Card

    5.3.2 AX-LPD Plug-In SLC/NAC Card LED Function Description Heartbeat LED – SLC #3 Flashes when communicating on the Heartbeat LED – SLC #4 Flashes when communicating on the 5.3.3 AX-NET Plug-In Network Card LED Function Description Heartbeat LED Normal: Flashes at 1Hz Network Communications –...

  • Page 78: Appendices

    6 Appendices 6.1 Device Additional Information For the AX range of intelligent detectors, special features are available from the “Additional Info” field of the Loop View/Edit display. It is possible to view the internal Drift, perform a rapid compensation or access any of the internal EEPROM memory locations.

  • Page 79: Rapid Compensation

    A rapid compensation is a feature built into the AX Series Intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel that allows the user to immediately compensate devices for their installed location. It is recommended that during commissioning or when replacing a detector, rapid compensation be performed on detectors to adjust them immediately to the present ambient conditions.

  • Page 80: View Eeprom

    6.1.4 View EEPROM The panel can read any of the extended memory locations within the AX devices. Highlight any “AFSI” family device, select VIEW EEPROM and then press the ✔ button to confirm. The display will prompt for entry of the required extended memory address. For example: [Loop 1 Devices] <More>...

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