C-TEC CAST ZFP Installation, Maintenance & Operating Manual
Analogue addressable fire alarm control panel
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- Page 1 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel Standard 1 to 4 Loop Panel Installation, Maintenance & Programming Manual Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4...
- Page 2 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel CAST ZFP Access Levels 1 & 2 Menu Structure Installation and Programming Manual Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4 Page 2 of 60...
- Page 3 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel CAST ZFP Access Level 3 Menu Structure Page 3 of 60 Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4 Installation and Programming Manual...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
.......................... 8 QUIPMENT UARANTEE CAST ZFP KEY FEATURES ........................8 EN54 C ......................8 OMPLIANCE TATEMENT TYPICAL 4 LOOP CAST ZFP PANEL BLOCK DIAGRAM ............. 10 CABLING REQUIREMENTS ........................ 11 ............................11 AINS IRING ............................11 IELD IRING ........................11... - Page 5 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 5.12 ......................... 17 UXILIARY NPUT IRING 5.13 24V A ....................... 18 UXILIARY OWER UTPUT 5.14 ........................18 ELAY UTPUT IRING 5.15 PC C ........................18 EMOTE ONNECTION ’ 5.16 PSU ..................19 ONNECTING...
- Page 6 APPENDIX 7 – GLOSSARY OF TERMS ....................... 60 Figures Fig.1 – Typical 4 Loop CAST ZFP Panel Block Diagram ................... 10 Fig.2 – Location of Standard 1 to 4 Loop Version Components ................12 Fig.3 – Typical Analogue Addressable Loop Overview..................15 Fig.4 –...
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Page 7: Important Notes
DOP0000076 Items Supplied CAST ZFP Fire Alarm Control Panel, as ordered. Installation, Maintenance & Programming manual (this manual) – Explains how to install, commission and maintain the fire alarm control panel. This manual must not be left accessible to the user. -
Page 8: System Design
DO NOT affix the EN54 approval label (supplied) to the front of the panel if it has been configured to operate in a way that would make it non-compliant with the requirements of EN54-2. Dependant on the model purchased, the CAST ZFP fire alarm control panel includes the following features: ... - Page 9 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Up to 200 programmable and indicatable system zones per panel. Note: The panel has been tested and approved as a 40 zone panel; however, the panel is capable of accommodating up to 200 zones.
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Page 10: Typical 4 Loop Cast Zfp Panel Block Diagram
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 3 TYPICAL 4 LOOP CAST ZFP PANEL BLOCK DIAGRAM Fig.1 – Typical 4 Loop CAST ZFP Panel Block Diagram Installation and Programming Manual Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4 Page 10 of 60... -
Page 11: Cabling Requirements
Mains wiring should be fire resistant and segregated from extra low voltage field wiring. The general requirement for the 230V, 50Hz mains supply to the CAST ZFP panel is fixed wiring, using 3 core cable (no less than 1mm and no more than 2.5mm... -
Page 12: Installation
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 5 INSTALLATION Note: See section 8.2 for a recommended shortform installation procedure. Enclosure Description The panel’s enclosure comprises of a hinged steel lid and a steel back box which houses a power supply unit (PSU) and several printed circuit boards (PCBs) mounted on a metal chassis, as shown in Fig.2 below. -
Page 13: Mounting Location
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Mounting Location Each panel must wall mounted, indoors and positioned to avoid accidental damage, and MUST NOT be subjected to excessive dust, conductive or corrosive gases or liquids, nor subject to temperatures, input voltages and electrical loads outside the stated operating range. -
Page 14: Reinstalling The Pcb Chassis And Lid
– section 5.16 and Connecting the Standby Batteries – section 5.17. Inserting the ‘slide-in’ labels A ‘slide in’ label system is employed by the CAST ZFP for customizing language labels and description of zones / programmable LEDs. The label inserted for the module’s control buttons depends on how the unit has been configured. -
Page 15: Analogue Addressable Loop Wiring
To ensure a reliable system, it should be designed and maintained to local design and installation regulations. The CAST ZFP panel has a short circuit protected loop driver fitted and also short circuit isolators fitted in every CAST loop device. A single short circuit or open circuit fault will have no detrimental effect on the operation of system. -
Page 16: Analogue Addressable Loop(S) Wiring
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Important Note: Remember to isolate the panel’s mains and battery backup supplies before terminating wiring at the panel. 5.10 Analogue Addressable Loop(s) Wiring Two analogue loop connections (Loop1 & Loop2) are available on a Main 2-Loop PCB, as shown in Fig.4 below. -
Page 17: Conventional Sounder Circuit(S) Wiring
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 5.11 Conventional Sounder Circuit(s) Wiring Two conventional sounder circuits are provided on the Main 1 or 2-Loop PCB (dependent on model), each circuit has a maximum rating of 1A. IF A FULL COMPLEMENT OF SOUNDERS ARE TO BE USED, SPLIT THEM EQUALLY ACROSS BOTH CIRCUITS. -
Page 18: Auxiliary Power Output
In the event of total de-energisation of the fire panel the fault relay will change state. Fig.8 – Relay Output Detail The two auxiliary outputs can be programmed using CAST ZFP Programming Tools (Part No. ZTOOLS) to operate as required but their default operations are: RLY1: Switches when any zone goes into fire;... -
Page 19: Connecting Mains To The Panel's Psu
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 5.16 Connecting Mains to the Panel’s PSU THE PSU IS CLASS 1 EQUIPMENT AND MUST BE EARTHED. The panel’s EN 54-4 PSU is a mains to regulated DC power supply providing 5A @ 24Vdc nominal. Combining the functions of a PSU, battery charging unit and battery monitoring unit, it is fully compliant with EN 54-4:1997 + A1:2002 + A2:2006. -
Page 20: Connecting The Standby Batteries
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 5.17 Connecting the Standby Batteries CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion if an incorrect battery type is used. Always dispose of used batteries in accordance with the battery manufacturers’ instructions. Do not make the final battery connections until the installation wiring is complete and the panel is ready to be tested. -
Page 21: Bus (Optional)
The A-Bus RS485 network protocol allows the interconnection of up to 15 A-Bus PCBs per Main 1 or 2-Loop PCB using 2 core screened cable (plus 2 core for power). A-Bus PCBs are normally installed within a CAST ZFP panel but can also work up to a distance of 1km for non-EN 54-2 functions. -
Page 22: A-Bus Dip Switch Address Settings
Note: The DIP switch address setting for each PCB (maximum of 15 addresses) should be the same address allocated using the CAST ZFP Programming Tools (Part No. ZTOOLS). Installation and Programming Manual Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4 Page 22 of 60... -
Page 23: Z15 Sounder Pcb Features
Protocol: RS485, 19200 BAUD, 8 Data, no Parity, 1 stop bit. Note: We recommend an Aux EN 54-4/A2 PSU (external to the CAST ZFP panel – not supplied). Powered from: The PCB terminal labelled ‘Ex’ is used to report a fault from the Aux PSU. It is triggered from an active IO signal from an open collector (O/C), or volt-free (with 0V common) relay O/P. -
Page 24: Z16 Zone & Conventional Sounder Pcb Features
Protocol: RS485, 19200 BAUD, 8 Data, no Parity, 1 stop bit. Note: We recommend an Aux EN 54-4/A2 PSU (external to the CAST ZFP panel – not supplied). Powered from: The PCB terminal labelled ‘Ex’ is used to report a fault from the Aux PSU. It is triggered from an active IO signal from an open collector (O/C), or volt-free (with 0V common) relay O/P. -
Page 25: Fitting A-Bus Pcbs
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Fitting A-Bus PCBs Important Note: Before installing the PCBs, isolate the mains supply and disconnect the panel’s battery back- up supply. Fit the A-Bus PCBs as shown in the example below. Items supplied with the PCB include plastic mounting rails and retaining screws. -
Page 26: A-Bus Wiring
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel A-Bus Wiring A-Bus wiring must be installed in accordance with all applicable national, regional or local standards In the UK this is BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations and BS 5839-1, Fire detection and alarm systems for buildings: Code of practice for system design, installation and maintenance. -
Page 27: Fig.14 - Z16 Zone Sounder Pcb Wiring
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Fig.14 – Z16 Zone Sounder PCB Wiring Hint! C-TEC supply a range of power supplies, third-party certified to EN 54-4/A2 which may be used for the AUX PSU. Refer to www.c-tec.com for details. -
Page 28: Z15 And Z16 Conventional Sounder Circuit(S) Wiring
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Z15 and Z16 Conventional Sounder Circuit(s) Wiring Four conventional sounder circuits are provided on the Z15 A-Bus Sounder PCB and two conventional sounder circuits are provided on the Z16 A-Bus Zone Sounder PCB. Each circuit has a maximum rating of 1A. -
Page 29: Touchscreen, Indicators & Controls
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 7 TOUCHSCREEN, INDICATORS & CONTROLS Note that information on the panel’s touchscreen, indicators and controls can be found in the separate User Manual (Document No. DFU5030050). 8 COMMISSIONING & PROGRAMMING EN54 Compliance Statement THIS COMPLIANCE STATEMENT IS FOR AUTHORISED SYSTEM ENGINEERS FAMILIAR WITH ANALOGUE FIRE ALARM ’... -
Page 30: Recommended Shortform Installation & Commissioning Procedure
After all faults have been cleared carry out necessary panel tests. Proceed to program the panel using the CAST ZFP Programming Tools (Part No. ZTOOLS). This includes naming loop devices, naming zones and assigning devices to input and output groups. -
Page 31: Fig.17 - Access Level 3 Menu Structure
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Fig.17 – Access Level 3 Menu Structure Page 31 of 60 Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4 Installation and Programming Manual... -
Page 32: Access Level 3 Menu Structure
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Access Level 3 Menu Structure Fig.17 shows the menu options available at access level 3. Three ‘access levels’ are available at the panel; general user (access level 1), authorised user (access level 2) and authorised systems engineer (access level 3). -
Page 33: Engineering Functions
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Engineering Functions The Engineering Functions menu is used to access the panel’s comprehensive test functions and display important system status information. Enter AL3 (4444) press the button and the window shown below left appears. - Page 34 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel When an individual loop device icon is pressed the Device Manager window appears (shown below) allowing the user to perform additional functions which are listed below. 8.5.1.1 Device Outputs This function allows you to turn ON/OFF individual device’s outputs.
- Page 35 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.5.1.3 Intensive Poll This function allows you to monitor a specific addressable point on the system to see how it responds to intensive, repeated polls from the panel. During this test, the panel temporarily disables the point being monitored and also the panel from reporting fires, pre-alarms and faults.
- Page 36 Note 1: The configuration data displayed will differ dependent on whether the device is a detector, sounder, I/O unit or MCP. Note 2: The information displayed will assist C-TEC Technical Dept. (available @ www.c-tec.com) to identify the cause of any problems.
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Page 37: Contamination Check
This function allows you to read the selected device’s data record including loop address, device type, and debug information. Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineering Functions > Device Manager (select a loop device) > Show Device Data. Note: The information displayed will assist C-TEC Technical Dept. (available @ www.c-tec.com) to identify the cause of any problems. 8.5.1.12 Add Device This function allows devices to be added to a loop. -
Page 38: Show Psu Status
This function allows you to view important information regarding the state of the panel’s PSU and its standby battery supply. Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineering Functions > Show PSU Status. Note: The information displayed will assist C-TEC Technical Dept. (available @ www.c-tec.com) to identify the cause of any problems. 8.5.4 Test Input Group This function allows you to perform tests on the panel’s Input Groups, e.g. -
Page 39: Show Loop Status
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.5.8 Show Loop Status This function allows you to view the voltage level of the addressable loops and check the loop isolator condition. Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineering Functions press the button and a window similar to the one shown left appears. -
Page 40: Change Access Level 2 (Al2) Code
Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineering Functions press the button. Follow the same procedure as detailed in section 8.5.10. Note: If the code is lost or not known, the building owner will need to email C-TEC Technical Dept. (available @ www.c-tec.com) to request a new code generating. 8.5.12 Panel Notes Enter AL3 (4444) >... -
Page 41: Show System Details
number of A-Bus devices fitted node name and site data version Note: The information displayed will assist C-TEC Technical Dept. (available @ www.c-tec.com) to identify the cause of any problems. 8.5.14 Safe Mode Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineering Functions > Safe Mode. -
Page 42: Diagnostics
This function allows the panel to appear as a removable drive on a PC and can be used for re-flashing the CAST ZFP firmware using the internal SD card. Note: Contact C-TEC Technical Dept. (available @ www.c-tec.com) to obtain a valid code quoting the Update Code ‘12345’. -
Page 43: Commissioning Functions
This ensures that all of the system’s sounders will activate in the event of a fire condition anywhere in the building, i.e. one out, all out. No special cause and effects events are assigned. These default settings can be modified using CAST ZFP Programming Tools (Part No. -
Page 44: Auto Address
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.6.2 Auto Address An alternative function to Auto Address is the LOOP LEARN menu option (see section 8.6.1 for details). During an auto address the panel automatically assigns an address to each loop device in sequentially wired order. -
Page 45: Fix Address Faults
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.6.3 Fix Address Faults This function helps to locate and fix devices with duplicate (double) addresses. A fault may have been displayed at the panel stating ‘MISSING’ or ‘DOUBLE ADDRESS’, example shown below: and the example window shown below appears: Enter AL3 (4444) >... -
Page 46: Add New Device
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.6.6 Add New Device NB: THIS MENU OPTION HAS TO BE SELECTED BEFORE A LOOP DEVICE IS ADDED . Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Add New Device. In the next display (shown left) select a loop. -
Page 47: Edit Input Group Name
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.6.9 Edit Input Group Name This function allows text descriptions for Input Groups to be edited. Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions press the button and a window similar to the one shown below appears. -
Page 48: Set Loops Fitted
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.6.16 Set Loops Fitted Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Set Loops Fitted. This function sets the number of loops the panel’s firmware assigns to a panel. Note that the actual physical number of loops that can be connected to a panel is dependent on the number of loop driver modules fitted, i.e. -
Page 49: Disablement Functions
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Disablement Functions This function allows you to enable or disable parts of the system including zones, individual devices, sounders, Input Groups, Output Groups and the panel’s integrated printer (if fitted). Remember, any active disablement(s) can be viewed (and cleared) at any access level by pressing the yellow button on the top line of the touchscreen. -
Page 50: Enable/Disable Zones
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.8.2 Enable/Disable Zones This function allows you to disable (and re-enable) selected zones from reporting fires, faults, pre-alarms, etc., and is normally used to temporarily disable detectors including manual call points in a selected zone. For example, in areas where work is being carried out that could trigger an erroneous fire alarm. -
Page 51: Enable/Disable Output Groups
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 8.8.5 Enable/Disable Output Groups This function is used to disable (and re-enable) one or more Output Groups from activating. Output Groups include loop sounders and conventional sounders, VADs, outputs of I/O units, outputs of A-Bus PCBs, panel relays. -
Page 52: Maintenance
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel 9 MAINTENANCE Periodic/routine maintenance should be carried out in accordance with all applicable national, regional or local regulations, standards and working practices. Maintenance of equipment external to the control panel will be detailed in the appropriate manufacturer's literature. The following is recommended as a guideline only. -
Page 53: Appendix 1 - Enclosure Dimensions And Fixing Details
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Appendix 1 – Enclosure Dimensions and Fixing Details All dimensions in mm. Drawings not to scale. Standard Shallow Enclosure. 1, 2 or 4 loops (fits up to 2 x 17Ah batteries). Part No. ZBOXS. -
Page 54: Appendix 2 - Bezels (Flush-Mount)
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Appendix 2 – Bezels (Flush-Mount) Three bezel sizes are available for the ZFP range of panels allowing the panels to be flush-mounted on a wall. All dimensions in mm. Drawings not to scale. -
Page 55: Appendix 3 - Chassis
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Appendix 3 – Chassis All dimensions in mm Stepped Chassis. Part No. ZCHA1. Flat Chassis. Part No. ZCHA2. Page 55 of 60 Approved Document No. DFU5030000 Rev 4 Installation and Programming Manual... -
Page 56: Appendix 4 - List Of Modules
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Appendix 4 – List of Modules Control/Display module 20 zone indicator c/w 4.3” touchscreen, module c/w name slots keyswitch, 16 LEDs - Part No. Z44 - Part No. Z41 20 zone indicator 20 zone indicator... -
Page 57: Appendix 5 - Standby Battery Calculation Guide
The standby time of the fire alarm panel, after the mains has failed, depends on the quiescent and alarm loading of the panel and the capacity of the batteries. ZFP Loop & Battery Calculator Tools are available for download on C-TEC’s website Hint! (available @ www.c-tec.com). -
Page 58: Appendix 6 - Cast Zfp Technical Specification
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Appendix 6 – CAST ZFP Technical Specification STANDARD CABINET Power Supply and Charger ∿ Mains supply operating voltage 230V 50/60Hz Rated current 1.3A r.m.s. Battery charge capacity (C) 7Ah min. to 17Ah max. - Page 59 CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel STANDARD CABINET Mechanical Dimensions (lid & back box) H x W x D mm 462 x 450 x 127 Fixing Centres (back box) H x W mm 4 holes at 307 x 370 Enclosure material (lid &...
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Page 60: Appendix 7 - Glossary Of Terms
CAST ZFP Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel Appendix 7 – Glossary of Terms Addressable System: A fire alarm and detection system that contains addressable control devices. AL1: Access Level 1 (for general users). AL2: Access Level 2 (for authorised users).
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