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www.acornfiresecurity.com Installation & Commissioning The operation and functions described in this manual are available from Software Version Mx4200V-023 and Mx4400V- 023 onwards. www.acornfiresecurity.com...
www.acornfiresecurity.com Table of Contents INTRODUCTION TANDARDS AUTIONS AND ARNINGS ESCRIPTION EN54 F UNCTIONS EN54 O PTIONAL EATURES WITH EQUIREMENTS NSTALLATION PPROVALS 1.6.1 Fire System Installations 1.6.2 Wiring Regulations INSTALLATION DENTIFICATION OF ARTS 2.1.1 Mx-4200V & Mx-4400V 2.1.2 Mx-4400V/LE 2.1.3 Mx-4800V -4200V &...
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www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.2.1 State 3.3.2.2 Type 3.3.2.3 Value 3.3.2.4 Zone 3.3.2.5 Device Text 3.3.2.6 Action 3.3.2.7 Sensitivity 3.3.2.8 O/P Group 3.3.2.9 Additional Info 3.3.2.10 Device Testing Loops – Auto Learn 3.3.3 3.3.3.1 Normal Procedure / Initial learn 3.3.3.2 Procedure if the Panel finds Devices Missing 3.3.3.3 Procedure if the Panel finds Devices Added 3.3.3.4...
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www.acornfiresecurity.com 4 – C PPENDIX AUSE AND FFECT ROGRAMMING XAMPLE 5.4.1 Introduction 5.4.2 Output Groups 5.4.3 Styles 5.4.4 Output Group Programming 5 – L PPENDIX EVICE PECIFIC NFORMATION 5.5.1 Detectors 5.5.1.1 V100 Smoke Detector 5.5.1.2 V200 Multi Sensor Detector 5.5.1.3 V350 Heat Detector 5.5.1.4 LV100 Smoke Detector...
1 Introduction 1.1 Standards Advanced Electronics Ltd declare that the products identified below conform to the essential requirements specified in the Construction Products Directive 89/106/EEC: 0086-CPD-549125 EN54-2: 1997 +A1:2006 Control and indicating equipment for fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings...
The Mx-4800V is a Multiple Loop, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel with provision for up to eight loops. All models are designed for use with the ADVANCED / ARGUS VEGA fire detection devices. Install the panel, detection loops, sounder circuits, etc. in accordance with the instructions in Section and then program the operation in accordance with the instructions detailed in Section www.acornfiresecurity.com...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 1.4 EN54 Functions This Fire Alarm Control Panel is compliant with the requirements of EN54 parts 2 and 4 (1997). In addition to the basic requirements, the following optional functions are provided and these comply with the requirements of EN54. C.I.E Optional Functions EN54-2 Clause Indication...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 1.5 EN54 Optional Features with Requirements In addition to the mandatory requirements of EN54 Part 2, the Control and Indicating Equipment (C.I.E) supports the following optional features with requirements: - Outputs to Fire Alarm Devices. The C.I.E has provision for connection to Fire Alarm Devices. It is possible to Silence and Resound the alarms at Level 2.
www.acornfiresecurity.com Test Condition. The C.I.E has provision for testing the installation on a per zone basis. Refer to the Section 10 User Manual for further information. Standardised Input/Output interface. Standardised I/O interfaces are supported over the Ad-Net Network. Section 11 1.6 Installation Approvals 1.6.1 Fire System Installations The panel must be installed and configured for operation in accordance with these instructions and the...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2 Installation 2.1 Identification of Parts The following diagrams show the major parts of the panels. 2.1.1 Mx-4200V & Mx-4400V AC Mains Input Chassis Assembly Battery Leads Rear Enclosure 2.1.2 Mx-4400V/LE Bus-bars for cable earth connections Chassis Assembly Loops 1 - 4 Viewing Window for Loops 1-4 Battery Shelf...
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www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.1.3 Mx-4800V Bus-bars for cable earth connections Chassis Assembly Loops 1-4 Chassis Assembly Viewing Window for Loops 1-4 Loops 5-8 Viewing Window for Loops 5-8 Battery Shelf Loops 1-4 Battery Shelf Loops 5-8 Rear Enclosure Door Earth Lead to Cover www.acornfiresecurity.com...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.2 Installing the Mx-4200V & Mx-4400V Enclosures The panel can weigh in excess of 20kg when the batteries are installed. Use the appropriate fixing hardware necessary to secure the panel to the wall. Observe recommended lifting practices to guard against spinal injury. 2.2.1 Opening the Enclosure Cover The Mx-4200V &...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.2.3 Mounting the Enclosure Firstly, remove the required knockouts for the Finally, use a brush to remove any dust or installation wiring. There are sufficient swarf from inside the enclosure. knockouts on the top of the enclosure for all installation wiring.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.3 Installing the Mx-4400V/LE and Mx-4800V Enclosures The panel can weigh in excess of 80kg when the batteries are installed. Use the appropriate fixing hardware necessary to secure the panel to the wall. Observe recommended lifting practices to guard against spinal injury. 2.3.1 Opening the Enclosure Cover The Mx-4400V/LE and Mx-4800V are provided with two key-lock assemblies for securing the hinged door to the back box.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.3.4 Remounting the Chassis Carefully replace the chassis and locate onto the upper two screws. Replace the bottom two screws and tighten all four screws to hold the chassis securely to the back box. Reconnect the chassis earth cable to the spade terminal in the rear of the enclosure. 2.3.5 Recommended Cable Routing Arrangement It is recommended that the routing arrangement shown in the diagram...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.4 Loop Driver Installation The Mx-4100V has one in-built loop driver, for connection of detectors, call points and other signalling devices. 2.4.1 Fitting the cards in the Mx4200V, Mx-4400V & Mx-4800V To extend the number of detector loops or to replace an existing loop driver card follow the procedure described below.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.5 Local Peripheral Modules The Mx-4200V, Mx-4400V and Mx-4800V panels provide provision for installation / use of local peripheral cards to provide additional functions. The peripherals are connected via an isolated bus interface. The panel supports the Mxp-032 General Routing Interface and up to sixteen Mxp-034 4-Way Programmable Sounder Modules 2.5.1 Peripheral Bus Interface Adaptor To use the local peripheral bus Interface...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6 Wiring Installation All electrical wiring installation work should be carried out in accordance with the code of practice or applicable national standards appropriate to the country of installation. To maintain electrical integrity of the SELV wiring on the input, output, loop and communications lines all SELV wiring should be segregated from the LV mains wiring and be wired using cable with insulation suitable for the application.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.1.1 Cable Gland The cable gland and any cord clamp bushing s used in routing the Mains cable through the 20mm knockout must have a minimum flame-retardant rating of 94HB. Suggested glands and bushings are: - Type Manufacturer Gland IP65 – Brass M20, EExd / Eexe Lappcable Gland IP68 –...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.2.1 Mx-4200V & Mx-4400V The diagrams opposite show the recommended location and orientation for the 12AH and 17AH batteries within the panel. For battery sizes greater than 17AH, use the Mx-4400V/D for batteries up to 38AH and use the Mx-4400V/LE large enclosure variant for up to 48AH.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.2.2 Mx-4400V/LE & Mx-4800V The diagrams opposite show the recommended location and orientation for the batteries within the panel for 17Ah, 25Ah and 38Ah batteries. The diagram shows the arrangement for the Mx-4800V. The Mx-4400V/LE is only equipped with the upper chassis.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.3 Detector Loop Installation ALL loop devices (except LVxxx devices) incorporate in-built isolators to protect against short circuit wiring faults on the loop wiring. Under a single short circuit fault condition, all devices will continue to operate as normal. The number of devices assigned to a zone depends on the relevant installation standards.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.4 Sounder Circuits The Mx-4200V is equipped with two supervised sounder circuits. These are denoted as Circuits A and B. The Mx-4400V is equipped with four supervised sounder circuits. These are denoted as Circuits A, B, C and D. The Mx-4800V is equipped with two sets of four sounder circuits (eight in total).
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.6 Open Collector Outputs The Mx-4200V & Mx-4400V are equipped with two open collector type outputs that can sink up to 10mA each from the AUX Power Output. The Mx-4800V is equipped with four open collector type outputs (two per chassis) that can sink up to 10mA each from their respective AUX Power Output.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 2.6.9 RS232 Interface The Mx-4200V & Mx-4400V are equipped with an isolated RS232 I/F Circuit at the bottom of the base card. The Mx-4800V has two RS232 interfaces available (one per chassis). RS232 The terminal block connections are shown opposite.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3 Programming 3.1 Introduction These instructions cover the configuration and programming of the panels. Note: On the Mx-4800V, each chassis assembly must be individually programmed. 3.1.1 Access Levels The panel operation is protected from inadvertent and erroneous misuse by means of four access levels. These levels are as follows: Level 1 Untrained user Level 2 Authorised User...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.1.4 Changing Text Descriptions Various parameters can have a text description defined. These include loop devices, zones, etc. The zone and device text descriptions will be shown on the display in the Fire Alarm, Fault and Warning Conditions, etc. to provide a quick and clear indication of the source of the problem.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.1 Loops For Multi-loop panels only – On selecting the LOOPS option, the display will prompt for the loop to be viewed / programmed. E.g. for the Mx-4400V: - [Select Loop] -Loop -Loop -Loop -Loop The list of loops available will be adjusted automatically to show only those loops that have a loop driver card installed.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.2.5 Device Text This parameter shows the 26-character location text assigned to this device. For guidance on how to change the text, refer to Section 3.1.4. 3.3.2.6 Action This parameter shows the action that will be performed when this device indicates an active (alarm) condition. For example: [Loop 1 Devices]...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.2.7 Sensitivity This parameter shows if the device sensitivity is set to its “DEFAULT” or “CUSTOM” settings. For example: [Loop 1 Devices] <More> Address Sensitivity 001.0 DEFAULT 002.0 DEFAULT 002.1 003.0 CUSTOM Press the ✔ button to change the sensitivity assigned to an input device. When selected, a new screen displays the sensitivity settings assigned.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.2.7.6 Special Sensitivity Mode SSM/Clock In addition to the “SENSITIVITY ADJUST MODE”, a device can also run in a “SPECIAL SENSITIVITY MODE” (SSM) under time-clock control. The Mx4200V supports 10 independent, 7-day time clocks. The Mx4400V supports 10 independent, 7-day time clocks. With the SAM/SSM Option highlighted, press the ✔...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.2.9 Additional Info This parameter shows additional information for this device. [Loop 1 Devices] <More> Address Additional Info 001.0 VEGA 002.0 VEGA 003.0 VEGA 004.0 VEGA 3.3.2.10 Device Testing Individual detectors can be tested to illuminate the detector LED. Individual outputs can be tested and turned While the address field is highlighted, press the ...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.3.2 Procedure if the Panel finds Devices Missing When the panel cannot communicate with a device previously programmed into the panel, the Auto Learn process is suspended and the display shows a pop-up window with options. For example: KEEP THIS DEVICE DELETE THIS DEVICE KEEP...
www.acornfiresecurity.com If the new device type is rejected (or all new device types are rejected), the panel remembers the programming for the original devices. The panel will report a fault condition until such time as the correct device types are reconnected.
www.acornfiresecurity.com Press the ✔ button and a confirmation display is shown. RETURN to Menu CONTINUE SEQ addressing Use the buttons to select the required option and press the ✔ button. [SEQ Address loop 3] VEGA Address Devices found = XXX SEQUENCE ADDRESSING IN PROGRESS On completion of the process, the display sows SEQUENCE ADDRESSING COMPLETED! Press ESC to return to the main loop menu.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.8 Zones The Commission Zones option lists all the zones in use by the panel and allows the zone text description to be changed. [Commission Zones] Zone Location 0001 BASEMENT WEST 0002 RECEPTION 0015 EAST WING 0018 TOWER BLOCK To change the location text assigned to the Zone, press the ✔...
www.acornfiresecurity.com Press the buttons to scroll through the list of zones. Press the buttons to select the fields for a particular zone. Press the ✔ button to select a particular field option to change its setting. 3.3.10.1 Default Output Settings On initial installation, or after clearing the configuration memory, all outputs are assigned to specific Output Groups and will turn on immediately a single fire alarm occurs in any zone (any fault condition for the fault relay).
www.acornfiresecurity.com Press the buttons to highlight the required menu option and then press the ✔ to change its setting. An input action type is enabled when a ‘✔’ is shown beneath the option. It is permitted to select multiple input types in which case a combination of input events will result in an output action.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.10.3.3 Wait The wait field is the time from first activation of the output to the next operational condition (mode) of the output. For example, the output could initially be delayed for 20 seconds and turn on in a pulsing mode. After a wait of a further 30 seconds it can be programmed to turn on differently such as ON.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.12 Time and Date This function allows the time and date in the panel to be changed. On entry to the function, the display shows the current time and date with confirmation of the day of the week on the bottom line. For example: [SET TIME/DATE] TIME = 15:28...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.15 Panel The Panel Menu Option shows a list of the internal panel circuits and provides a means to change their default configuration settings. Only use this menu if changes are to be made to the default settings for the panel’s internal circuits. Use the VIEW-PANEL Menu Option to view the state and operating condition of each circuit.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.17.4 Service Due Date The next service (over) due date can be entered into the panel memory. When this date is reached, the panel will enter a fault condition to alert the site operator that a service visit is overdue. To change the due date, press the ✔...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 3.3.17.7 Earth Fault Notification This parameter determines whether an Earth Fault is shown on the display during normal operation. To change the setting, press the ✔ button. The status changes from ✔ to X and vice versa. 3.3.17.8 Routing Interface This parameter determines whether the panel supports a fire and / or fault routing interface.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 4 Service and Maintenance 4.1 Maintenance Schedule This equipment should be maintained in accordance with the regulations and codes appropriate to the country and location of installation. The following is recommended if no other regulations apply. 4.1.1 Daily Actions The site operator / user should perform the following checks and actions: a) The panel indicates normal operation.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 4.2 Replacement of Components In general, all of the components 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: 4.2.1 Batteries For battery installation, see section...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 4.2.1.2 Lithium Battery WARNING – A lithium battery is used for the real time clock. Replace only with the same type or authorised equivalent. This battery is not rechargeable. When the battery is replaced, re-enter the current date and time, using the menu functions, to update the values in the real-time clock chip.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5 Appendices 5.1 Appendix 1 – Forgotten Level 3 Password Should the Level-3 password be forgotten, contact Customer Support to obtain a temporary permit number to regain access to the panel programming functions. Customer Support will require a decryption key displayed by the panel. To obtain this number, attempt to gain access to the Level-3 Programming Functions by pressing button “1”...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.2 Appendix 2 – Recommended Fire Rated Cables The following table provides a list of suitable fire rated cables with standard (30 minute) and enhanced (120 minute) classification. Refer to Document No. 680-088 for an up to date list. Core Sizes (mm) 5839-1 Rated Manufacturer...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.2.1 Detector Loop Lengths With the above cables, loops can be up to 2Km in length. However, care must be taken when designing the system to take into account the maximum loop loading. The voltage drop (load current x cable resistance) over the cable always needs to be taken into account to ensure the devices receive an adequate supply voltage.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.2.3 Fire / Fault Routing Circuit Lengths The voltage drop on each transmission circuit should be calculated to ensure that the minimum voltage at the end of the circuit exceeds the minimum required by the relay coil at the minimum circuit output voltage. Typically, relays will energise at 75% of their nominal drive voltage (i.e.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.3 Appendix 3 – Battery Standby Calculation Chart Use the following charts and associated notes to calculate the size of the batteries required to ensure operation of the installation in the event of AC Mains power failure. 5.3.1 Mx-4200V / Mx-4400V / Mx-4800V Quiescent Load Fire Alarm Load Equipment...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.4 Appendix 4 – Cause and Effect Programming Example 5.4.1 Introduction By default, all sounders and output devices will turn on immediately as soon as a fire is detected anywhere in the system. For example: Cause Effect Any Fire, Anywhere. ALL Output Devices will Turn ON Quite often an installation will require a more complex “Cause and Effect”...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.4.4 Output Group Programming To achieve the above cause and effect requirements, the three different Output Groups would be programmed and indicated on the panel as in the following display examples: Output Group 6 – Sounders on Floor 6: [Output Group 3.9% Mem used] [STYLE 02...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.5 Appendix 5 – Loop Device Specific Information This section provides brief details and connection requirements for each device. For full details, refer to the documentation provided with each device. Refer to section 3.3.6 for setting the device address. 5.5.1 Detectors NOTE: The alarm threshold for all devices, in the sensitivity mode screens, is fixed.
www.acornfiresecurity.com SENSITIVITY ADJUST MODE (SMOKE SPECIAL SENSITIVITY MODE (SMOKE Alarm = 192 [SSM/Clock = 1 ][ Alarm = 192 Mode 2 ][ Pre-Alarm= 160 Mode 1 ][ Pre-Alarm= 160 Delay = 0s][ Min.Value= Delay = 0s][ Min.Value= [SAM/SSM] [SAM/SSM] 5.5.1.3 V350 Heat Detector The V350 can be configured as either a rate of rise or static response heat detector using the hand held programmer (VPU100).
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.5.2 VCP100 Call point REAR VIEW Call Point: EN54-11 Type A Call Point clips onto mounting box – Locate Loop Wiring is to be connected to the onto top tabs and click into place at bottom. terminal block as shown. Test key has fingers to unclip bottom fixing NOTE: Terminal Block is mounted with the for removal.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.5.3.2 Loop Wiring 5.5.3.3 Input Module 5.5.3.4 Input / Output Module Loop wiring is common to all One supervised input EOL = 27Kohm One supervised input EOL = 27Kohm modules. Refer to diagram below. One supervised output EOL = 27Kohm, Break wiring run to maintain supervision of the loop.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.5.3.8 Zone Monitor Module The VMCZ100 is a 2-wire conventional detector interface compatible with the AURORA range of 4 3 2 1 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 conventional detectors (S100, S200, S300 and S400). RELAY – The module employs an end-of-line See Key EXT PSE...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.5.4.2 VLBS100 Base Sounder Volume Selection: DIP Switch 4 1 = High 90dbA, 0 = Low (80dbA) Tone Selection: Programming (PC Tone Selection to Output Group Style up to 2 tones) & DIP Switch 1-3. The DIP Switch selects the actual sound output in tone pairs.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.5.4.4 VLBE100 Beacon The DIP Switch selects the power level and flash rate as follows: SW-1: Power 0= Low (3mA), 1 = High (6mA) SW-2: Pulse Rate OPEN 0 = 30 pulses / minute, 1= 60 pulses / minute DIP Switch 5.5.5 Radio Devices The section only gives brief details of each device.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.6 Appendix 6 – Mx4000 Series Loop Output Drive Capability The following information is applicable per loop. All loops can be loaded to the maximum (500mA per loop). Provision has been made to allow for a typical loading of detectors and inputs (50mA). Volume Number of Loop Powered Sounder Bases VLS100...
5.7 Appendix 7 – Other Useful Documents The following reference and application documents may be useful in the design, configuration and installation of the system. The latest versions are available from the Advanced Electronics Ltd web site (www.advel.co.uk) or in hard copy format from Sales. Document...
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.8 Appendix 8 – Mx-4800V / Network Design Principles This section gives recommendations on the design of the installation to cover specific EN54-2 requirements and typical national codes of practice. [EN54-2: 1997, Clause 13.7] Not more than 512 fire detectors and / or manual call points and their associated mandatory functions shall be affected as a result of a system fault in the C.I.E.
www.acornfiresecurity.com 5.9 Appendix 9 – Mx Series Product Capabilities / Max Limits This section gives details on the maximum capabilities for each of the products in the range. Some of the items can only be utilised via the PC CONFIG tool and these are annotated accordingly. 4200V 4400V 4010 /...
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