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Mircom FX-3500RCU Installation And Operation Manual

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

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Industry Canada and FCC Notice Notice for all FX-3500RCU Series Built-In UDACTs Sold in Canada ......Industry Canada Notice ....................Notice for all FX-3500RCU Series Built-in UDACTs Sold in the U.S.A......FCC Notice ........................Introduction The FX-3500RCU Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel ..........
  • Page 4 Appendix B - Manual Panel Configuration 10.0 Appendix C - Reporting 10.1 Ademco Contact-ID FX-3500RCU Series Event Codes ..........10.2 Security Industries Association SIA Format Protocol FX-3500RCU Series Event Codes 11.0 Appendix D - Specifications And Features 11.1 FX-3500RCU Fire Alarm Control Panel ................. 11.2 FX-3500RCU 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-3500RCU Configurator Date and Time Settings ............Figure 13 Enabling the Positive Alarm Sequence ................Figure 14 Operation Menu ......................
  • Page 6 Power Supply Electrical Ratings ..................Table 19 Compatible DACR Receivers ..................Table 20 Contact-ID Event Codes ....................Table 21 SIA-DCS Event Codes ....................Table 22 FX-3500RCU Specifications ..................Table 23 FX-3500RCU System Modules and Annunciator Specifications ........Table 24 Recommended Batteries ....................

  • Page 7: Industry Canada And Fcc Notice

    Notice for all FX-3500RCU Series Built-In UDACTs Sold in Canada Mircom’s FX-3500RCU 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

    In the event repairs are ever needed on the Communicator, they should be performed by Mircom Technologies Ltd. or an authorized representative of Mircom Technologies Ltd. For information contact Mircom Technologies Ltd.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Semi-flush or surface mountable enclosures for retrofits and new installations. Note: Installation of the FX-3500RCU 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-3500RCU 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-3500Rcu Overview

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

  • Page 12: Fx-3500Rcu System Components

    FX-3500RCU System Components The following table describes the components of the FX-3500RCU. Table 1 FX-3500RCU 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-3500RCU System Components (Continued) Model Description Smart Relay Module with White Enclosure. SRM-312W Can support up to 12 relays. Smart Relay Module with Red Enclosure. SRM-312R Can support up to 12 relays. Programmable Input Switches Module with 24 IPS-2424DS switches.
  • Page 14 Table 1 FX-3500RCU System Components (Continued) Model Description 2 3 4 9 10 11 MGD-32 Graphic Annunciator. JW15 8 7 6 14 13 12 RAX-LCD-LITE Remote Annunciator with 4-line LCD Display. 2 3 4 9 10 11 AGD-048 Graphic Annunciator Adder Driver Board.
  • Page 15 Table 1 FX-3500RCU System Components (Continued) Model Description BB-1003D White Enclosure for three annunciators. BB-1003DR Red Enclosure for three annunciators. BB-1003DS Enclosure for three annunciators with stainless steel door. BB-1008D White Enclosure for eight annunciators. BB-1008DR Red Enclosure for eight annunciators.

  • Page 16: Related Documents

    Related Documents The following documents contain information on releasing applications and the configuration of the FX-3500RCU. They can be accessed on the Mircom website by following the links provided. 3.3.1 LT-1091 FX-3500RCU Releasing Application Guide The releasing application guide provides examples of typical releasing applications and how to set them up.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installation This chapter describes the installation of the FX-3500RCU. 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-3500RCU 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: Figure 3 Main Board With All Adder Modules Installed

    See the following diagrams for adder module installation locations. For Jumper or DIP Switch settings refer to Table 2 and for Wiring Specifications see 7.1 Wiring Tables. TR-063A Transformer Barrier Terminal Block FX-3500RCU Main Board Rectifier Bridge ALC-636 Dual Loop Adder MD-1011 Power Supply Board...

  • Page 20: 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 Figure 4 Port and Jumper Locations on Main Board...

  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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-3500RCU Not used. Keep jumper intact. Note: 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 24: Installing The Rax-1048Tzds Display Adder Module

    Installing the RAX-1048TZDS Display Adder Module The FX-3500RCU 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: Operation

    Operation This chapter describes the operational capabilities of the FX-3500RCU. 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 28: Table 7 Settings Permitted In Can/Ulc-S527 And Can/Ulc-S559

    Table 7 Settings Permitted in CAN/ULC-S527 and CAN/ULC-S559 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 CAN/ULC S527 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems and CAN/ULC-S559 Standard for Equipment for Fire Signal Receiving Centers and Systems, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below.

  • Page 29: Addressable/Analog Devices

    Addressable/Analog Devices The FX-3500RCU System supports up to 3 loops of Advanced Protocol and CLIP compatible devices. Using the Advanced Protocol the FX-3500RCU supports up to: • 159 physical addressable sensors per loop. • 159 physical addressable modules per loop.

  • Page 30: Figure 12 Fx-3500Rcu Configurator Date And Time Settings

    Configurator. Figure 12 FX-3500RCU Configurator Date and Time Settings The panel can provide up to 280mA of current to the devices on the loop at normal standby. For device currents see Appendix E - Battery Calculations on page 98.

  • Page 31: 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 5.2.14. Table 8 Configurable Input Types Device Types Description located in...
  • Page 32 (changes in status from alarm to pre-alarm or to normal are ignored). 5.2.2 Hazard Abort Switch Configures the device as a Hazard Abort switch. For more information on releasing applications, see LT-1091 FX-3500RCU Fire Alarm Control Panel Releasing Application Guide. (See Related Documents on page 16.) 5.2.3 Hazard Release Switch Configures the device as a Hazard Release switch.
  • Page 33 Latched supervisory inputs operate the same as non-latched supervisory inputs with one exception: • A normal to off-normal status change indication shall be latched and only manually resettable at the control unit or display and control centre. 5.2.5 Building/Property Safety Input Building/Property Safety Inputs may include but are not limited to: fan status, dampers, motors, elevators, telephones, etc.
  • Page 34 LED Indication The Alarm Zone LED indicator flashes when one sample indicates an alarm condition. If the alarm is confirmed the LED indicator will illuminate steady. If 15 seconds elapses without any samples in the alarm condition the LED Indicator will turn OFF. The waterflow retard operation operates regardless of whether or not the system is in alarm.

  • Page 35: Output Types

    Addressable / Analog Device Verification Process If the system is not already in alarm: 1. A device entering into alarm initiates a 30 second delay timer. 2. When the 30 second delay times out the device is monitored for the next 60 seconds. 3.

  • Page 36: Nac Circuit Operation

    5.3.1 Hazard Release Switch Configures the device as a Hazard Release switch. For more information on releasing applications, see LT-1091 FX-3500RCU Fire Alarm Control Panel Releasing Application Guide. (For the link, see Related Documents on page 16.) 5.3.2 Signal Output For audible devices such as bells and piezo mini-horns.

  • Page 37: Single Stage Operation

    The trouble condition will be re-evaluated when supervision resumes. Output circuits configured as strobes can have sync protocol for synchronization if configured. Certain strobe and strobe/horns models of the following brands are supported: • Mircom • Gentex • System Sensor •...

  • Page 38: Two-Stage Operation

    Subsequent alarms when the panel is already in alarm, cause the following: • The alert buzzer sounds steady. • Resounds silenced signals, turns off the Signal Silence LED, and restarts the Auto Signal Silence timer (if configured). • Activates continuously any additional non-disconnected strobes associated with the input.

  • Page 39: Evacuation Codes

    5 seconds on 10 seconds off. 5.7.1 Two Stage Alert Code When configured for Two Stage operation, the FX-3500RCU 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 40 Any of these alarm inputs activating when the panel is not already in alarm causes the following: • Buzzer sounds steady. • Cancels active fire drill. • Common Alarm LED turns ON. • Individual zone LED (if programmed) turns ON. •...

  • Page 41: Remote Annunciator Operation

    Note: There will be no notification message advising a change of status. 7. To exit without changing the status press Cancel. Remote Annunciator Operation The FX-3500RCU System supports the following types of annunciators • RAX-LCD-LITE shared display annunciator. • RAM-3500-LCD shared display annunciator.

  • Page 42: Dialer Operation

    • Supervised as one of the (maximum) seven permitted annunciators. 5.10 Dialer Operation The FX-3500RCU 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...

  • Page 43: Using The Operation Menu From The Control Panel

    See section 5.11.2 on page 45. Operations of the FX-3500RCU 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 63.

  • Page 44: Figure 14 Operation Menu

    • Setting the Password on the system • Viewing Reports • Clearing Logs • Walk Test Function • Bypassing Relays • Disconnecting Auxiliary Relays • Testing the Dialer • After Hours Operation • Clearing Verification Counts • Ground Fault Testing - Factory Use Only Complete configuration of the system is done via the software Configurator.
  • Page 45 5.11.1 Viewing the Firmware Version and Model 1. Press the menu button , and then press the info button. The firmware version and panel model are shown on the first line. 5.11.2 Setting the Time and Date Attention: It is critical to set the correct time, date, daylight saving time, and time compensation on the panel before operation.
  • Page 46 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 47 • Activations of any input circuits. • Restoral of non-latching input circuits. • Pre-alarm on any device. • Initiation of the alarm verification sequence on a verified alarm input. • Any system troubles. • Activation of any system common control or any command on the command menu. The report format is similar to the alarm log report.
  • Page 48 Enter the loop number of the desired device and press the Enter button. Loop Number Loop :__ The report shows the loop#, device address and verify count in the following format: Lp:1 Addr :001 Verify count :000 The user can press UP and DOWN cursor key to scroll through all the devices on the loop for which the verify count is available.
  • Page 49 - 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 report shows the loop number and device address in the following format: Loop 1 Addr.
  • Page 50 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 report shows the loop number and device address in the following format:...
  • Page 51 The first line identifies the AP device, the second line specifies the device type ID, and the third line specifies the company (3 for Mircom, 11 for Secutron, 51 for System Sensor). 10. AP Device Data This option reports on the Advanced Protocol device information. Generate this report when requested by technical support.
  • Page 52 Loop Number Loop :__ The report shows the loop number and device address in the following format: Loop 1 Addr. 107 0, 0, 0, 0 Press the UP and DOWN cursor keys to scroll through all the devices on the loop for which the report is available.
  • Page 53 Crt. S/A Parm# Val Press the UP and DOWN cursor keys to scroll through all the devices on the loop for which the report is available. In this display “Crt.” indicates report line number, “S/A” indicates device current subaddress, “Parm#” indicates parameter number from the current subaddress, and “Val#” indicates the parameter value.
  • Page 54 5.11.5 Clear Logs Clears the logs stored in the flash memory. Use the UP and DOWN cursor keys to the desired log to be cleared and press the Enter button. Select Log 1. Alarm Log 2. General Log 3. All Logs A message prompts for confirmation.
  • Page 55 - Walktest Active - Alarms: 000 Troubles: 000 Press ENTER to end where nnn and mmm are continuously updated counts of the number of alarms and troubles which have been recorded during the test (alarms includes all input circuit types tested). When the walk test is finished, the system will ask if you want to see the walk test report on a printer or on the screen.
  • Page 56 After the confirmation, the device is bypassed and the message appears that the device is bypassed. Device /circuit Bypassed If the device is already bypassed the user is prompted to un-bypass the circuit. Device now bypassed Unbypass ?Y/N After the confirmation, the device is un-bypassed and the information message shows that the device is un-bypassed.

  • Page 57: Table 11 List Bypass Special Characters

    Loop number Loop :__ If the loop is not already bypassed the user is then prompted to bypass the loop. Loop 1 currently not bypassed Bypass? Y After the confirmation, the loop is bypassed and a bypass confirmation message displays. Loop Bypassed If the loop is already bypassed, the user is prompted to un-bypass the loop.
  • Page 58 The following message is displayed to bypass. If the device is already bypassed the message is as follows. 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.
  • Page 59 5.11.8 Auxiliary Disconnect The auxiliary disconnect operation is performed by the following the steps below. If the auxiliary relays are connected the user is prompted to disconnect the relays. 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.
  • Page 60 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 61 5.11.14 Pairing Sounder Base When an addressable sounder base is added to the job in the Configurator, it is assigned an address based on the address of the AP sensor it is connected to. However, the physical sounder base has a default address which might not match the configured address. This mismatch generates a “mismatched address”...

  • Page 62: Indication & Controls

    16 button Numeric Keypad with Cursor buttons • 6 Hazard Zones with 2 LEDs (red and yellow) each Figure 15 displays the LED indicators and the control button on the FX-3500RCU main board. Figure 15 LED Indicators and Control Buttons The FX-3500RCU has the ability for 2 additional RAX-1048TZDS.

  • Page 63: Figure 16 Numeric Keypad

    6.2.1 Numeric Keypad and Cursor Buttons Figure 16 Numeric Keypad Table 12 Keypad and Cursor Button 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 64: 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 65 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 66 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 67 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 68: 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-3500RCU main board for powering annunciators.

  • Page 69: Table 15 Nac And Auxiliary Power Circuits Wiring Table

    1231 7.1.5 Input Circuits If using conventional input circuits in an FX-3500RCU system MIX-502MAP(A), MIX-502M and CZ-6 Conventional Zone Modules must be used. For a complete list of compatible 2-wire detectors see LT-1023 on http://www.mircom.com. Table 17 MIX-502MAP(A) Conventional Zone Module Input Circuit Wiring Table...

  • Page 70: Wire Routing

    Notes: Maximum Loop Resistance Should Not Exceed 25 ohms. Maximum Wiring Run indicates wiring distance out and back to the panel. The resistance across the shorted wire should be less than 25 ohms. Wire Routing Notes: All external connections are power limited except for the AC connections to the transformer.

  • Page 71: 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 72: Nac Circuit Wiring

    M500X ISOLATOR HEAT DETECTOR Figure 20 Addressable Loop Wiring - Class X (Style 7) NAC Circuit Wiring The FX-3500RCU 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 73: 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 –...

  • Page 74: 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 75: Releasing Circuit Wiring

    Releasing Circuit Wiring Attention: See LT-1091 FX-3500RCU Releasing Application Guide for the list of compatible solenoids. Only addressable M500S and MIX-M500SAP supervised output modules can be used as a releasing circuit. The releasing circuit is wired as Class B. Supervision of the solenoid coil is performed by the MP-3500R/W Solenoid EOL.

  • Page 76: Figure 24 Releasing Circuit Wiring - Class B (Style Y) Wiring

    7.5.1 Releasing Circuit Wiring - Class B (formerly Style Y) Wiring WARNING! DISCONNECT POWER TO ALL RELEASING DEVICES BEFORE SERVICING THE PANEL SLC LOOP WIRE MIX-M500MAP MONITOR MODULE 6 7 8 9 TENS 6 7 8 9 POWER LINE 24 VDC ONES LOOP ADDRESS...

  • Page 77: Module And Devices Wiring

    Module and Devices Wiring 7.6.1 Dialer Wiring Wire the Dialer to the Public Telephone Switch and premises Telephone as shown in Figure 25. For information on Compatible DACR Receivers see Appendix A - Compatible Receivers on page 87. Public Switch Telephone Wiring RJ31X GREEN BROWN...

  • Page 78: Figure 26 Connecting An Facp To A 3G4010 Interface Device In Canada

    A typical connection is shown in Figure 26. The PCS-100 Passive Communications Interface Board (sold separately) is required. For information on Compatible Receivers see Appendix A - Compatible Receivers. FX-3500RCU - 3G4010 Connection - Typical Diagram To GSM/GPRS Telephone Line A...

  • Page 79: Figure 27 Connecting An Facp To A 3G4010Cf Interface Device Outside Canada

    A typical connection is shown in Figure 28. 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-3500RCU - 3G4010CF Connection - Typical Diagram Telephone Line A...

  • Page 80: Figure 28 Connecting An Facp To A Sle-Ltev Or Sle-Ltea Interface Device Outside Canada

    A typical connection is shown in Figure 28. 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-3500RCU- NAPCO STARLINK SLE-LTEV or SLE-LTEA Connection - Typical Diagram Telephone Line A...

  • Page 81: Figure 29 Wiring The Pr-300 Polarity Reversal And City Tie Module

    7.6.5 PR-300 Polarity Reversal and City Tie Module Wiring Wire the PR-300 Polarity Reversal and City Tie Module successfully as shown in Figure 29. • 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 82: Power Supply Wiring

    600 volt insulation and proper over current circuit protection that complies with local codes. For FX-3500RCU Power Supply Electrical Ratings see Table 18 Power Supply Electrical Ratings and for Specifications see Appendix D - Specifications And Features on page 96.

  • Page 83: Figure 30 Main Power Supply Wiring And Connections

    White/Blue Stripe Blue Black Brown FX-3500RCU 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 30 Main Power Supply Wiring and Connections 7.7.2...

  • Page 84: Figure 31 Supervision Of Auxiliary Supplies

    The circuit must be supervised for opens utilizing the End of Line Relay Model EOLR-1A. This supply is rated at 24VDC regulated/300mA max./1V voltage drop maximum. AUX. 1 Auxiliary Supply (supervised, regulated) Supervised auxiliary power is used to power the remote annunciators and smart relay modules.

  • Page 85: System Checkout

    System Checkout The following are the recommended steps before and during the powering up of the FX- 3500RCU. 7.8.1 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. 2.
  • Page 86 7.9.4 Common Trouble If only a common trouble is indicated on the main panel and none of those above confirming trouble indicators are on, then check the following for possible fault • any missing interconnection wiring • improperly secured cabling...

  • Page 87: Appendix A - Compatible Receivers

    Appendix A - Compatible Receivers The dialers that are built into select models of the FX-3500RCU Fire Alarm Control Panels are compatible with the following Digital Alarm Communicator Receivers (DACR) listed: Table 19 Compatible DACR Receivers DACR Receiver Model Protocols...

  • Page 88: 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 89 Panel Configuration/Features/Manual Signal Silence Manual Signal Sil. [x] Enabled 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 90 ON steady. This feature applies to the main panel powered output circuits, configured as strobes, only. Note: Once a specific type of strobe is selected, for example Mircom, then only this type of strobe is allowed for the entire system.
  • Page 91 Panel Configuration/Features/Evacuation code Evac. Code [ ] Continuous [ ] 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.
  • Page 92 [x] Second Stage This feature sets the operation of the common alarm for two stage system. Panel Configuration/Features/Agency selection 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.
  • Page 93 Enter new tag... ______ PANEL CONFIGURATION/4. USER MESSAGE Allows you to edit (change) the FACP Front Panel Message, i.e. “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 94: Appendix C - Reporting

    10.0 Appendix C - Reporting 10.1 Ademco Contact-ID FX-3500RCU Series Event Codes Table 20 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 95: Security Industries Association Sia Format Protocol Fx-3500Rcu Series Event Codes

    10.2 Security Industries Association SIA Format Protocol FX- 3500RCU Series Event Codes SIA Format Protocol does not define indicating zone troubles, but lists it as Untyped Zone Trouble/Restore. Table 21 SIA-DCS Event Codes Event Description Event Family Qualifier SIA Event Code Parameter Phone Line #1 trouble detected Trouble New event...

  • Page 96: Appendix D - Specifications And Features

    11.0 Appendix D - Specifications And Features 11.1 FX-3500RCU Fire Alarm Control Panel Table 22 lists specifications for the FX-3500RCU panel: Table 22 FX-3500RCU Specifications eries Fire Alarm Control Panel FX-3500RCU S General Digital signal processor based design, fully configurable from front panel with...

  • Page 97: Fx-3500Rcu System Module And Annunciator Specifications

    NFPA 70, 72, 12, 12A, 13, 15, 16, 2001, CAN/ULC-S559-13, UL-864 Rev. 10, ULC Standards S524, CAN/ULC-S527-11 and ULC-S536 11.2 FX-3500RCU System Module and Annunciator Specifications Table 23 FX-3500RCU System Modules and Annunciator Specifications FX-3500RCU System Modules and Annunciators RAM- Remote Annunciator Standby 70mA / alarm 100mA...

  • Page 98: Appendix E - Battery Calculations

    For specifications see Appendix D - Specifications And Features on page 96. Power Requirements (All currents are in amperes) Total Total Model Number Description Standby Alarm Standby Alarm FX-3500RCU FACP with FX-3500RCU 0.390 0.630 Dialer ALC-636 636 Point Dual Loop Adder 0.120 0.200 Remote Annunciator with 4- RAM-3500-LCD 0.070...

  • Page 99: Table 24 Recommended Batteries

    Total Alarm Current must be 10 amperes or less. NAC Circuits must not exceed 6 amperes. Battery Selection Battery Size = Multiply (C) by 1.20 to derate battery. See the following table for the recommended Mircom batteries for use with this panel. Table 24 Recommended Batteries Battery Model...

  • Page 100: Warranty And Warning Information

    As the only individual in contact with system users, please bring each item in this warning to the attention of the users of this Mircom System. Failure to properly inform system end-users of the circumstances in which the system might fail may result in over-reliance upon the system.
  • Page 101 11. Battery Failure. If the Mircom System or any device connected to the system operates from batteries it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be fully charged, in good condition, and installed correctly.
  • Page 102 20. Integrated Products. Mircom System might not function as intended if it is connected to a non-Mircom product or to a Mircom product that is deemed non-compatible with a particular Mircom System.
  • Page 103 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...

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