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Fire Alarm Control Panel
LT-1083 Rev. 3
Installation and Operation Manual
September 2021

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  • Page 1 FX-3500 Fire Alarm Control Panel LT-1083 Rev. 3 Installation and Operation Manual September 2021...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Industry Canada and FCC Notice Notice for all FX-3500 Series Built-In UDACTs Sold in Canada ........Industry Canada Notice ....................Notice for all FX-3500 Series Built-in UDACTs Sold in the U.S.A......... FCC Notice ........................Introduction The FX-3500 Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel .............
  • Page 4 10.0 Appendix C - Reporting 10.1 Ademco Contact-ID FX-3500 Series Event Codes ............10.2 Security Industries Association SIA Format Protocol FX-3500 Series Event Codes ..11.0 Appendix D - Specifications And Features 11.1 FX-3500 Fire Alarm Control Panel ................. 11.2 FX-3500 System Module and Annunciator Specifications ..........
  • Page 5 IPS-2424DS Cable Connections ..................Figure 10 IPS-4848DS Programmable Input Switches Module Front Chassis View ..... Figure 11 IPS-4848DS Cable Connections ..................Figure 12 FX-3500 Configurator Date and Time Settings .............. Figure 13 Enabling the Positive Alarm Sequence ................Figure 14 Operation Menu ......................
  • Page 6 Power Supply Electrical Ratings ..................Table 18 Compatible DACR Receivers ..................Table 19 Contact-ID Event Codes ....................Table 20 SIA-DCS Event Codes ....................Table 21 FX-3500 Specifications ....................Table 22 FX-3500 System Modules and Annunciator Specifications ........... Table 23 Recommended Batteries ....................

  • Page 7: Industry Canada And Fcc Notice

    Industry Canada and FCC Notice Notice for all FX-3500 Series Built-In UDACTs Sold in Canada Mircom's FX-3500 SERIES BUILT-IN UDACT Communicator described in this manual is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Canada (ULC) for use in slave application under Standard ULC- S527 (Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems) and ULC-S559 (Equipment for Fire Signal Receiving Centres and Systems).

  • Page 8: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the telco transformer of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:1M8AL01BFX3500. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Semi-flush or surface mountable enclosures for retrofits and new installations. Note: Installation of the FX-3500 Series Fire Alarm Control panel should be in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, ULC-S524 installation of Fire Alarm System; or National Electrical Code NFPA 70 and NFPA 72. Final...

  • Page 10: General Notes

    30 (up to 64) LED display and to facilitate the bypassing of inputs and outputs. Display Points The FX-3500 LCD display annunciates the status of the system and connected devices. There are up to two (2) RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Module Display points that may be configured to assign LEDs to groups of inputs or outputs.

  • Page 11: Fx-3500 Overview

    FX-3500 Overview This chapter lists all the possible components of an FX-3500 system. FX-3500 Fire Alarm Control Panel Models All FX-3500 Fire Alarm Control Panels have the following features: • Main Board, Power Supply and Backbox. • Multi-zone fire alarm control panel.

  • Page 12: Fx-3500 System Components

    FX-3500 System Components The following table describes the components of the FX-3500. Table 1 FX-3500 System Components Model Description MAM-3500 Main Display. Visual Indicator Test DOX-1024DS White enclosure door. DOX-1024DSR Red enclosure door. ALC-636 636 Point Dual Loop Adder. RAM-3500-LCD Remote Annunciator with 4-line LCD Display.
  • Page 13 Table 1 FX-3500 System Components (Continued) Model Description Power Supply Interface Board use for PCS-100 powering 3G4010 or 3G4010CF Universal Wireless Alarm Communicator. Smart Relay Module with White Enclosure. SRM-312W Can support up to 12 relays. Smart Relay Module with Red Enclosure.
  • Page 14 Table 1 FX-3500 System Components (Continued) Model Description Model RAX-1048TZDS Adder Annunciator Chassis with 48 Bi-coloured LEDs and 48 RAX-1048TZDS trouble LEDs. Model RAX-1048TZDS-CC is the same as the RAX-1048TZDS, except it has RAX-1048TZDS-CC conformal coating and is to be used in a BB-1002WP(R)A weather protected box.
  • Page 15 Table 1 FX-3500 System Components (Continued) Model Description BB-1002D White Enclosure for two annunciators. BB-1002DR Red Enclosure for two annunciators. Enclosure for two annunciators with stainless BB-1002DS steel door. White enclosure for two annunciators rated for BB-1002WPA outdoor environment, wet location.
  • Page 16 Table 1 FX-3500 System Components (Continued) Model Description INX-10A Intelligent NAC Expander Panel.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installation This chapter describes the installation of the FX-3500. BBX-1024DS and BBX-1024DSR Mechanical Installation The BBX-1024DS and BBX-1024DSR are suitable for flush or surface mounting, and have a built-in trim ring. Dimensions of Enclosure (minus built in trim ring) 14.5” x 4.2” x 26”...

  • Page 18: Installation Tips

    Attention: DO NOT install cable through bottom of the box. This space is reserved for Batteries. Installing Adder Modules The FX-3500 Series Fire Alarm panels are shipped pre-assembled with all main components and boards. Adder modules are not preinstalled. The following items can be installed in the field: •...

  • Page 19: Main Board And Core Board Connectors And Jumpers

    Main Board and Core Board Connectors and Jumpers JW11 Main Board USB Port JW10 Core Board Buzzer JW12 JW14 Figure 4 Port and Jumper Locations on Main Board and Core Board...

  • Page 20: Table 2 Main Board Connectors And Jumpers

    Table 2 Main Board Connectors and Jumpers Connector/ Description Jumper To Power Supply To Power Supply Ribbon Cable connects to P4 of MAM-3500 To PC Configurator Factory Use Only To PR-300 To Printer To ALC-636 Loop Adder Factory Use Only USB Port Future Use Must be closed (on) - Allows Configuration Connection.

  • Page 21: Installing The Pr-300 Polarity Reversal And City Tie Module

    4.4.1 Jumper on Display The jumper on the back of the display is factory installed on the middle 2 pins. P2 - Ribbon cable P4 - Ribbon cable connecting to adder connecting to main panel annunciator board Jumper on the middle 2 pins by default Figure 5...

  • Page 22: Installing The Alc-636 Dual Loop Adder

    Table 4 PR-300 Polarity Reversal and City Tie Module Connectors and Jumpers Item Setting Connect cable to P8 on the Main Board of the FX-3500 Not used. Keep jumper intact. Notes: If using a PR-300 remember to remove JW7 on the main board. For the location of JW7 on the main board see Figure 3.

  • Page 23: Installing The Rax-1048Tzds Display Adder Module

    Installing the RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Module The FX-3500 can add a maximum of two RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Module. No jumpers or other physical configuration steps are required to install the RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Modules. To Install the RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Module 1.

  • Page 24: Installing The Ips-4848Ds Programmable Input Switches Module

    To Install the IPS-2424DS Programmable Input Switches Module 1. Remove the blank cover plate from the front door and install the IPS-2424DS in the opening with the hardware provided. 2. Disconnect main and standby power and connect the IPS-2424DS as shown in Figure 9. Ribbon Cable connects here on IPS-2424DS and goes to the next display module Ribbon IN.

  • Page 25: Figure 11 Ips-4848Ds Cable Connections

    To Install the IPS-4848DS Programmable Input Switches Module 1. Remove the blank cover plate from the front door and install the IPS-4848DS in the opening with the hardware provided. 2. Disconnect main and standby power and connect the IPS-4848DS as shown in Figure Ribbon Cable connects PROG here on IPS-4848DS...

  • Page 26: Operation

    Operation This chapter describes the operational capabilities of the FX-3500. Table 6 Settings Permitted in UL864 NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION, AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the requirements in the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below.

  • Page 27: Addressable/Analog Devices

    Addressable/Analog Devices The FX-3500 System supports up to 3 loops of Advanced Protocol and CLIP compatible devices. Using the Advanced Protocol the FX-3500 supports up to: • 159 physical addressable sensors per loop.
  • Page 28 DO NOT connect more than 25 devices to a single isolator or between isolators. • The FX-3500 FACP will test the sensitivity of a single sensor address every 4 minutes. Each address will be tested once in approximately every 11 hours.

  • Page 29: Figure 12 Fx-3500 Configurator Date And Time Settings

    To configure threshold settings, Enable Auto After Hours must be selected in the Configurator. Figure 12 FX-3500 Configurator Date and Time Settings The panel can provide up to 280mA of current to the devices on the loop at normal standby.

  • Page 30: Configurable Input Types

    Configurable Input Types Input devices and modules may be configured as one of many possible input types. Table 8 identifies the device types assignable to each input type. For device type descriptions see sections 5.2.1 to 5.2.12. Table 8 Configurable Input Types Device Types Description As listed in...
  • Page 31 • Alarm input activations display first and as the highest priority on the shared display in the common queue. • Devices configured as alarm inputs display a pre-alarm condition on the shared display and on the alarm zone status indicator. •...
  • Page 32 Caution: Correlating signal and strobe devices to building/property safety inputs requires the approval of the AHJ and are not to be used for fire events. • When an un-bypassed building circuit activates, the status display and programmed outputs are activated. •...
  • Page 33 5.2.7 System Status Correlations The following System Status processes can be correlated to configured (mini) monitor modules: • System Reset • Fire Drill • Acknowledge • Total Evacuation • Buzzer Silence • Signal Silence • Acknowledge General Alarm • Auxiliary Disconnect Attention: Devices correlated with any of the above System Statuses need to be contained within a secured enclosure accessibly only to those with the proper authority.

  • Page 34: Output Types

    LED Indication The Alarm Zone LED indicator flashes for the duration of the verification process. If the alarm is not confirmed the LED turns off. If the alarm is confirmed the LED illuminates steady. Note: Conventional smoke detectors cannot utilize alarm verification with M502(AP) zone modules.

  • Page 35: Nac Circuit Operation

    5.3.2 Strobe Type Settings Normal (non-synchronized) • Strobe circuits operate similar to signals except that they are always turned ON continuously (they are not affected by the alert or evacuation rates) if configured as Normal. • Configuring strobes as Normal does not use a sync protocol for the output circuit. •...

  • Page 36: Single Stage Operation

    • System Sensor • Wheelock For a complete list of compatible Horn/Strobes see LT-1023 on http://www.mircom.com. When configured as normal, the output circuit is ON continuously when activated and does not use any sync protocol. When configured as non-silenceable strobes, the strobes cannot be silenced, but the horn can be silenced by pressing the 'signal silence' button.
  • Page 37 • Water-flow alarm Second stage inputs include the following: • Alarms on the general alarm inputs. • Activation of the General Alarm button. • Expiration of the Auto General Alarm timer. Any of the above alarm inputs activating when the panel is not already in alarm cause the following: •...

  • Page 38: Evacuation Codes

    5 seconds on 10 seconds off. 5.7.1 Two Stage Alert Code When configured for Two Stage operation, the FX-3500 FACP uses a pre-configured Alert code that sounds prior to the evacuation code. Alert Code 0.5 second on, 2.5 seconds off.

  • Page 39: Figure 13 Enabling The Positive Alarm Sequence

    Enabling or Disabling the Positive Alarm Sequence is done using the numeric keypad. For more information on how to use the Numeric Keypad see section 6.2.1 Numeric Keypad and Cursor Buttons on page 62. For details on configuring the FACP for PAS see LT-1148 FX-3500 Programming Manual.

  • Page 40: Remote Annunciator Operation

    Remote Annunciator Operation The FX-3500 System supports the following types of annunciators • RAX-LCD-LITE shared display annunciator. • RAM-3500-LCD shared display annunciator. • Conventional LED/switch annunciators. Both types of annunciators are connected to the panel via the RS-485 serial link.

  • Page 41: Dialer Operation

    5.10 Dialer Operation The FX-3500 is equipped with a built-in dialer. The dialer provides a means to communicate panel status to the remote central monitoring station using two dedicated phone lines. The two standard protocols for communicating with the central monitoring station are supported by this panel are as follows.

  • Page 42: Using The Operation Menu From The Control Panel

    5.11 Using the Operation Menu from the Control Panel Operations of the FX-3500 Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel can be managed via the Operation Menu on the LCD Shared Display. Accessing the menus is done via the Numeric Keypad and Cursor Buttons. For a complete description of how to use the Numeric Keypad and Cursor Buttons see Numeric Keypad and Cursor Buttons on page 62.
  • Page 43 Note: Option 8. Test UDACT will only appear if there is a UDACT on-board. 3. To select an Operation use the DOWN Cursor key to scroll to desired choice and press the Enter button. 5.11.1 Viewing the Firmware Version and Model 1.
  • Page 44 5.11.4 Reports Overview Reports can be generated in command mode from the reports menu. Reports can be displayed in a special format on the shared display for the following items: Report Menu 1. Alarm Log 2. Event Log 3. Current levels 4.
  • Page 45 2. Event logs The general event log report displays the contents of the general event log on the shared display which contains the last 400 of any of the following events: • Activations of any input circuits. • Restoral of non-latching input circuits. •...
  • Page 46 The user can press UP and DOWN cursor key to scroll through all the analog devices on the loop. If there are no analog devices on the loop the following message will be displayed. No analog devices found 4. Verify counts The verification count report displays the number of times that the alarm verification cycle has been initiated without causing an alarm for all verified device or circuits on the specified loop or loops.
  • Page 47 If the panel is connected to a printer, select an output source: - Report To - 1. Printer 2. Screen Select all loops or a specific loop. 1 All 2 Loop Enter the loop number of the desired device and press the Enter button. Loop Number Loop :__ The maintenance report is shown in the following format.
  • Page 48 Press the UP and DOWN cursor key to scroll through all the devices on the loop for which the pulse width report is available. 7. Obscuration This option reports on the obscuration levels of the smoke detectors. If the panel is connected to a printer, select an output source: - Report To - 1.
  • Page 49 Loop 1 Addr. 5 CO cell to expire in 7 months Press the UP and DOWN cursor keys to scroll through all the devices on the loop for which the report is available. The first line pinpoints the exact CO device which needs to be replaced. Any device with a CO cell that will expire in 14 months or less appears in the report.
  • Page 50 1 All 2 Loop If you selected a loop, enter the loop number of the desired device and press the Enter button. Loop Number Loop :__ The report shows the loop number and device address in the following format: Loop 1 Addr. 107 50, 122, 121, 0 Press the UP and DOWN cursor keys to scroll through all the devices on the loop for which the report is available.
  • Page 51 12. AP Param List The AP Param List report displays all local parameters of an AP device currently connected on the SLC. This feature lists the internal register values of current AP devices. Generate this report when requested by technical support. If the panel is connected to a printer, select an output source: - Report To - 1.
  • Page 52 13. Multi-addresses This option reports devices that have the same address. If the panel is connected to a printer, select an output source: - Report To - 1. Printer 2. Screen If you selected “Printer”, select the address range. “All” selects all addresses from all configured loops and “Loop”...
  • Page 53 Clear all the Selected log (s)?Y/N After confirmation the logs are cleared and the following information message is displayed: Log(s) cleared 5.11.6 Walk Test Initiates a silent or audible Walk Test. The following occurs when in Walk Test mode: • Generates a non-latching trouble that clears after exiting the walktest.
  • Page 54 Selective Output Testing Walk Test can be operated with only a selection (up to 64) of outputs. To do this, select audible test. The next screen will be: Select “No” by using the right arrow key and the next screen will say: Use the left and right arrow key to move through the outputs you wish to active during walk test.
  • Page 55 After the confirmation, the device is un-bypassed and the information message shows that the device is un-bypassed. Device /circuit Unbypassed 2. Groups Configured bypass groups can be bypassed using this option. The list of all the configured bypass groups is displayed and the user can select which group to bypass. Scroll up/down to select group and press Enter.

  • Page 56: Table 11 List Bypass Special Characters

    Loop Bypassed If the loop is already bypassed, the user is prompted to un-bypass the loop. Loop 1 currently bypassed Unbypass? Y After the confirmation the loop is un-bypassed and an unbypass confirmation message displays. Loop Unbypassed 4. List Bypass A list of devices may be bypassed using this option.
  • Page 57 If the exclamation is not used, then there will be individual confirmation. At the end of the bypass operation or if the exclamation is used, the message displays: 5. List Unbypass A list of devices can be bypassed using this option. The user is prompted to enter the loop number to be unbypassed.
  • Page 58 Common aux relays currently connected. Disconnect? Y After the confirmation the auxiliary relays are disconnected and the information message is displayed that the auxiliary relays are disconnected. Relays disconnected. If the auxiliary relays are already disconnected the user is prompted to reconnect the relays. Common aux relays now disconnected Reconnect? Y...
  • Page 59 Day/night mode updated 5.11.11 Clear Verify Count This operation is used to clear all the verification counts accumulated during the alarm verification process. The user is prompted for confirmation as shown below: Clear all verification counters? Y After the confirmation the verification count is cleared and the information message is displayed that the counts are cleared.
  • Page 60 This option synchronizes the internal address of the sounder base with the address of the AP sensor it is connected to. This command applies only to the node that it is activated from. The user is prompted for confirmation as shown below: Confirm sounder addr pairing? The system synchronizes the internal address of the sounder bases on the node that the...

  • Page 61: Indication And Controls

    • 6 Hazard Zones with 2 LEDs (red and yellow) each Figure 15 displays the LED indicators and the control button on the FX-3500 main board. Figure 15 LED Indicators and Control Buttons The FX-3500 has the ability for 2 additional RAX-1048TZDS. Each RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Module provides annunciation for up to 48 Zones.

  • Page 62: Figure 16 Numeric Keypad

    6.2.1 Numeric Keypad and Cursor Buttons Figure 16 Numeric Keypad Table 12 Keypad and Cursor buttons descriptions Description Key 2 (Up cursor) Press this button to move the cursor or scroll up lists in a continuous loop. Key 4 (Left Cursor) Press this button to add or remove the X from an option in the Configuration menu.

  • Page 63: Common Led Indicators And Control Buttons

    Common LED Indicators and Control Buttons For complete descriptions of all LED indicators and control buttons see the following table. Table 13 LED Indicators and Control Buttons LED Indicator and Description Control Buttons AC On Indicator Illuminates steady green when the main AC power is within acceptable levels. The LED turns off when the level falls below the power-fail threshold and the panel is switched to standby (battery) power.
  • Page 64 Table 13 LED Indicators and Control Buttons (Continued) LED Indicator and Description Control Buttons Trouble Queue Button and Indicator Flashes yellow when any trouble condition is detected on the panel. The buzzer sounds at the slow rate. Pressing the Trouble Queue button allows the user to cycle through and review a list of active Troubles from oldest to most recent.
  • Page 65 Table 13 LED Indicators and Control Buttons (Continued) LED Indicator and Description Control Buttons Automatic Alarm Signal Cancel Button and Indicator - Two Stage Operation Only LED and Indicator are active only when the Panel is configured for Two Stage Operation.
  • Page 66 Table 13 LED Indicators and Control Buttons (Continued) LED Indicator and Description Control Buttons Auxiliary Disconnect Button and Indicator Activating the Auxiliary Disconnect button activates the Auxiliary Disconnect function. The Auxiliary Alarm Relay is always disconnected with this button. The Common Alarm Relay, the Common Supervisory relay and all correlated alarm relays may be disconnected as selected through configuration.

  • Page 67: Wiring

    2343 9820 2993 7.1.2 RS-485 Wiring to Annunciators and other Devices RS-485 terminals are 300mA power limited. See the wiring information for the remote annunciator being used. Use the Aux. 1 terminals on the FX-3500 main board for powering annunciators.

  • Page 68: Table 15 Nac And Auxiliary Power Circuits Wiring Table

    Maximum Voltage Drop Should Not Exceed 1.67 Volts. 7.1.4 Input Circuits If using conventional input circuits in an FX-3500 system MIX-502MAP(A), MIX-502M and CZ-6 Conventional Zone Modules must be used. For a list of compatible 2-wire detectors, see LT-1023 on http://www.mircom.com.

  • Page 69: Wire Routing

    Wire Routing Notes: All external connections are power limited except for the AC connections to the transformer. Transformer connections must be routed separately from all other external connections using their own conduit. All power limited wiring shall be routed through the remaining knockouts.

  • Page 70: Addressable Loop Wiring

    Addressable Loop Wiring Notes: When an SLC device is powered by the AUX output, the supervision of the power pathway shall match the SLC pathway performance requirements. 7.3.1 Addressable Loop Wiring - Class B (formerly Style 4) ION SMOKE DETECTOR OUTPUT MODULE PHOTO SMOKE DETECTOR...

  • Page 71: Nac Circuit Wiring

    M500X ISOLATOR HEAT DETECTOR Figure 20 Addressable Loop Wiring - Class X (Style 7) NAC Circuit Wiring The FX-3500 supports up to 4 NAC circuits that can be wired as either: • Class B (Style Y) • Class A (Style Z) To supervise each Class B NAC circuit, use a 3.9K End-of-Line resistor.

  • Page 72: Figure 21 Nac Circuit - Class B (Style Y) Wiring

    7.4.1 NAC Circuit – Class B (formerly Style Y) Wiring STYLE Y WIRING CIRCUIT - 1 + + - - NAC1 NAC CIRCUITS #2, #3 AND #4 ARE NOT SHOWN. WIRE AS SHOWN ABOVE. BELL STROBE HORN EOL-392 Figure 21 NAC Circuit – Class B (Style Y) Wiring 7.4.2 NAC Circuit –...

  • Page 73: Figure 23 Rti-1 Common Remote Trouble Indicator Wiring

    7.4.3 UL 864 10th Edition Addressable Supervised Output Module Wiring As per UL 864 10th edition section 56.4.3, ensure that a single break, ground or wire-to-wire fault on the installation conductors of a signalling circuit for use with addressable notification appliances or modules shall not affect the operation of more than one notification zone.

  • Page 74: Module And Devices Wiring

    Module and Devices Wiring 7.5.1 Dialer Wiring Wire the Dialer to the Public Telephone Switch and premises Telephone as shown in Figure 24. For information on Compatible DACR Receivers see Chapter 8.0 Appendix A - Compatible Receivers. Public Switch Telephone Wiring RJ31X GREEN BROWN...

  • Page 75: Figure 25 Connecting An Facp To A 3G4010 Interface Device In Canada

    For information on Compatible Receivers see Appendix A - Compatible Receivers. FX3500 - 3G4010 Connection - Typical Diagram To GSM/GPRS Telephone Line A Connection Internet Line 1 Line 2 C.O. C.O. FX-3500 3G4010 Router Computer SG-Systems Console 2.1 AUX SUPPLY PCS-100 SUR-GARD Printer SYSTEM IV Internal IP : X.X.X.X...

  • Page 76: Figure 26 Connecting An Facp To A 3G4010Cf Interface Device Outside Canada

    A typical connection is shown in Figure 27. The 3G4010CF is powered separately from the PCS-100 and requires 2 DSC RM-2 relays (sold separately). The PCS-100 Passive Communications Interface Board (sold separately) is also required. FX-3500 - 3G4010CF Connection - Typical Diagram Telephone Line A...

  • Page 77: Figure 27 Connecting An Facp To A Sle-Ltev Or Sle-Ltea Interface Device Outside Canada

    A typical connection is shown in Figure 27. The SLE-LTEV or SLE-LTEA is powered separately from the PCS-100. The PCS-100 Passive Communications Interface Board (sold separately) is also required. FX-3500- NAPCO STARLINK SLE-LTEV or SLE-LTEA Connection - Typical Diagram Telephone Line A...

  • Page 78: Figure 28 Wiring The Pr-300 Polarity Reversal And City Tie Module

    7.5.5 PR-300 Polarity Reversal and City Tie Module Wiring Wire the PR-300 Polarity Reversal and City Tie Module successfully as shown in Figure 28. • Plug PR-300 ribbon cable P1 into connector P8 on the Main Fire Alarm Board. • Remove jumper plug from JW7 on the Main Fire Alarm Board.

  • Page 79: Power Supply Wiring

    600 volt insulation and proper over current circuit protection that complies with local codes. For FX-3500 Power Supply Electrical Ratings see Table 17 Power Supply Electrical Ratings and for Specifications see Appendix D - Specifications And Features on page 92..

  • Page 80: Figure 29 Main Power Supply Wiring And Connections

    White/Blue Stripe Blue Black Brown FX-3500 Main Board 240VAC 50Hz 120VAC 60Hz Ribbon Cable Ground Green Black Power Connector – BRIDGE MD-1011 Power Supply Board P5 P6 BLACK BLACK BATTERY BATTERY Figure 29 Main Power Supply Wiring and Connections 7.6.2...

  • Page 81: Figure 30 Supervision Of Auxiliary Supplies

    AUX. 1 Auxiliary Supply (supervised, regulated) Supervised auxiliary power is used to power the remote annunciators and smart relay modules. This filtered circuit is supervised for shorts. A short will: • Disconnect the power until the “RESET” button is pressed. •...

  • Page 82: System Checkout

    System Checkout The following are the recommended steps before and during the powering up of the FX-3500. 7.7.1 Before Turning The Power ON 1. To prevent sparking, DO NOT connect the batteries first. Connecting the batteries is only to be done after the system has been powered from the main AC Supply.

  • Page 83: Appendix A - Compatible Receivers

    Appendix A - Compatible Receivers The dialers that are built into select models of the FX-3500 Fire Alarm Control Panels are compatible with the following Digital Alarm Communicator Receivers (DACR) listed: Table 18 Compatible DACR Receivers DACR Receiver Model Protocols...

  • Page 84: Appendix B - Manual Panel Configuration

    Appendix B - Manual Panel Configuration COMMAND MENU The command menu is the first menu displayed for command mode. The command menu is divided into four main sub menu categories, the configuration allows full front panel configuration of the system and the operation menu performs certain operations which may not be possible using the common control switches and indicators on the front panel.
  • Page 85 The manual signal silence option will allow silencing of the signal, from the common control signal silence switch, when they are active. Panel Configuration/Features/Fire Drill Fire Drill [x] Enabled This function is used to enable/disable fire drill operation from the fire common control fire drill switch at the front panel.
  • Page 86 This feature allows the alarm transmits and auxiliary alarm relay to reset on “SIGNAL SILENCE” rather than the “RESET” switch if enabled. Default is disabled. Panel Configuration/Features/Power fail timer Pwr fail tmr. [x] None [ ] 1 Hr [ ] 2 Hrs [ ] 3 Hrs This feature allows a programmed delay before the AC fail trouble is transmitted by the optional PR-300.
  • Page 87 [ ] March Time [x] Temporal [ ] California Select the evacuation code for the 2nd stage in a two stage system and for the 1st stage in a single stage system. Panel Configuration/Features/Building alert Bldg. alert [ ] Enabled Alert sounds for building input activation.
  • Page 88 Panel Configuration/Features/Jurisdiction Jurisdiction [ ] ULI [x] ULC This feature selects the agency having jurisdiction for the panel. Panel Configuration/Features/Auto test Auto test [X] Enabled This feature lets you change the NFPA device periodical self-test to enabled or disabled. Panel Configuration/Features/Multi Address Det. Multi Addr.
  • Page 89 PANEL CONFIGURATION/4. USER MESSAGE Allows you to edit (change) the FACP Front Panel Message, for example “Welcome to Mircom”. PANEL CONFIGURATION/5. LANGUAGE Allows you to select the language of the LCD display. English is the default. To change the language to French, select French in the panel configuration menu, then exit the configuration and then re-enter and select auto default.

  • Page 90: Appendix C - Reporting

    10.0 Appendix C - Reporting 10.1 Ademco Contact-ID FX-3500 Series Event Codes Table 19 Contact-ID Event Codes Event Description Event Qualifier Code Group # Contact # Family Phone Line #1 trouble detected Trouble New event 1 351 Phone Line #2 trouble detected...

  • Page 91: Security Industries Association Sia Format Protocol Fx-3500 Series Event Codes

    10.2 Security Industries Association SIA Format Protocol FX-3500 Series Event Codes SIA Format Protocol does not define indicating zone troubles, but lists it as Untyped Zone Trouble/Restore. Table 20 SIA-DCS Event Codes Event Description Event Family Qualifier SIA Event Code Parameter...

  • Page 92: Appendix D - Specifications And Features

    Appendix D - Specifications And Features 11.1 FX-3500 Fire Alarm Control Panel Table 21 lists specifications for the FX-3500 panel: Table 21 FX-3500 Specifications FX-3500 Series Fire Alarm Control Panel General Digital signal processor based design, fully configurable from front panel with...

  • Page 93: Fx-3500 System Module And Annunciator Specifications

    NFPA 70, 72, 12, 12A, 12B, 13,15, 16, 2001, CAN/ULC-S559-13, UL-864 Rev. 10, Standards ULC S524, CAN/ULC-S527-11 and ULC-S536 11.2 FX-3500 System Module and Annunciator Specifications Table 22 FX-3500 System Modules and Annunciator Specifications FX-3500 System Modules and Annunciators RAM- Remote Annunciator Standby 70mA / alarm 100mA...

  • Page 94: Appendix E - Battery Calculations

    For specifications see Appendix D - Specifications And Features on page 92. Power Requirements (All currents are in amperes) Total Total Model Number Description Standby Alarm Standby Alarm FX-3500 FX-3500 FACP with Dialer 0.390 0.630 ALC-636 636 Point Dual Loop Adder 0.120 0.200 Remote Annunciator with 4- RAM-3500-LCD 0.070 0.100...

  • Page 95: Table 23 Recommended Batteries

    Advanced Protocol Relay MIX-M500RAP(A) 0.0003 0.0051 Control Module (ULC) Advanced Protocol MIX-M500SAP(A) Supervised Control Module 0.0004 0.0052 (ULC) Advanced Protocol Dual MIX-M501DMAP(A) Input Mini Monitor Module (ULC) Advanced Protocol Mini MIX-M501MAP(A) 0.0004 0.0020 Monitor Module (ULC) Advanced Protocol MIX-M502MAP(A) Conventional Zone Module 0.0004 0.0052 (ULC)

  • Page 96: Warranty And Warning Information

    13.0 Warranty and Warning Information WARNING! Please read this document CAREFULLY, as it contains important warnings, life-safety, and practical information about all products manufactured by the Mircom Group of Companies, including Mircom and Secutron branded products, which shall include without limitation all fire alarm, nurse call, building automation and access control and card access products (hereinafter individually or collectively, as applicable, referred to as “Mircom System”).
  • Page 97 The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, consoles, alarm indicating devices and any other operational devices that are part of the system. NOTE TO USERS: All Mircom Systems have been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. However, there are circumstances where they may not provide protection.
  • Page 98 13. Wireless Devices Placement Proximity. Moreover all wireless devices must be a minimum and maximum distance away from large metal objects, such as refrigerators. You are required to consult the specific Mircom System manual and application guide for any maximum distances required between devices and suggested placement of wireless devices for optimal functioning.
  • Page 99 CANADA - Main Office U.S.A © Mircom 2021 25 Interchange Way 4575 Witmer Industrial Estates Printed in Canada Vaughan, ON L4K 5W3 Subject to change without prior notice Niagara Falls, NY 14305 Tel: (905) 660-4655 Tel: (905) 660-4655 www.mircom.com (888) 660-4655 (888) 660-4655 Fax: (905) 660-4113 Fax: (905) 660-4113...

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