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PFC-6075 Fire Alarm
Control Panel
Installation, Operation, & Programming Manual
Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC
St. Louis, MO
Customer Service: (866) 240-1870 • Technical Support: (866) 956-1211 • Fax: (314) 595-6999
www.pottersignal.com
Manual #5403593–Rev C-1
10/13

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  • Page 1 PFC-6075 Fire Alarm Control Panel Installation, Operation, & Programming Manual Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC St. Louis, MO Customer Service: (866) 240-1870 • Technical Support: (866) 956-1211 • Fax: (314) 595-6999 www.pottersignal.com Manual #5403593–Rev C-1 10/13...
  • Page 2 WARRANTY INFORMATION The essential purpose of any sale or contract for sale of any of the products listed in the POTTER catalog or price list is the furnishing of that product. It is expressly understood that in furnishing said product, POTTER does not agree to insure the Purchaser against any losses the Purchaser may incur, even if resulting from the malfunction of said product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction ..........................1-1 Purpose of This Manual ..........................1-1 System Overview ............................1-1 System Features ............................1-1 P-Link Accessories ..........................1-2 SLC Loop Accessories ........................1-2 Addressable Sensors .........................1-2 Addressable Modules ........................1-2 How to Use this Manual .........................1-3 Common Terminology ..........................1-3 Section 2: Before You Start Installation ....................
  • Page 4 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Notification Appliance Circuits Installation ..................3-24 NAC Wiring .............................3-24 NAC Maximum Wiring Impedance Formula ..................3-24 NAC Wiring Configurations ......................3-24 I/O Circuit Configuration ........................3-26 I/O Circuits as Inputs ........................3-26 I/O Circuits as Outputs ........................3-26 I/O Maximum Impedance Formula ....................3-26 Reverse Polarity Communication Line Circuit ..................3-27 Municipal Box Connection ........................3-28...
  • Page 5 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 File Save / Save As ..........................5-55 Audit Errors ............................5-55 Uploading History Events & Detector (Sensitivity) Status Reports .............5-57 History Reports ..........................5-57 Detector Sensitivity Status Reports ....................5-58 Printing Reports ..........................5-59 Panel Software Overview ........................5-60 Window Regions / Areas........................5-60 Program Icons ..........................5-61 Programming Functions Overview .......................5-62...
  • Page 6 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Section 6: PSN-1000 / PSN-1000(E) – Installing, Operating & Programming........6-96 Board Specifications ..........................6-96 Cabinet Descriptions ..........................6-96 Environmental Specifications .......................6-96 Electrical Specifications ........................6-96 Wiring Specifications ..........................6-96 Circuit Separation ...........................6-96 Wiring Types ............................6-97 Cabinet Dimensions ..........................6-97 Cabinet Installation ..........................6-98 Cabinet Wiring Connections .........................6-99...

  • Page 7: Section 1: Introduction

    The PFC-6075 system is designed for use as a fire control panel for life safety applications. System Features The PFC-6075 features a built in signaling line circuit (SLC), and is capable of supporting 75 Potter/Nohmi protocol devices. 5.0 Amp 24vdc Power Supply Two (2) Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs) each rated at 3.0 Amps maximum.

  • Page 8: P-Link Accessories

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Analog / Addressable Sensing Technology Drift Compensation Drift Alert NFPA 72 compliant calibrated smoke test built-in P-Link Accessories RA-6500 or RA-6075 Remote Annunciator – Maximum of 31 per system in any combination UD-1000 Dual Line Fire Communicator –...

  • Page 9: How To Use This Manual

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 How to Use this Manual Refer to this manual before contacting Technical Support. The information in this manual is the key to a successful installation and will assist you in understanding proper wire routing, system requirements, and other guidelines specific to the PFC-6075 system.

  • Page 10: Section 2: Before You Start Installation

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Section 2: Before You Start Installation This section addresses information that will help you in completing a successful installation, such as the PFC-6075 cabinet layout, specifications, environmental considerations, and calculating the battery circuit and SLC current draw requirements. System Specifications Cabinet Description Sixteen (16) gauge sheet steel with hinged, removable locked door...

  • Page 11: Electrical Specifications

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Electrical Specifications Please refer to the table below for electrical specifications: Table 3: System Panel Electrical Specifications Rating I/O Circuits Panel # NACs SLC Power Notes Style and Class per NAC (As Outputs) SLC –...

  • Page 12: Main Board Wiring Specifications

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Main Board Wiring Specifications There are several wiring requirements to consider before connecting circuits to the main board: (1) the circuit separation, and (2) wiring types. Circuit Separation Proper separation between the different types of circuits must be maintained between Power Limited, Non-Power Limited, and High Voltage wiring to reduce electrical interferences, transient voltage or voltage ratings.

  • Page 13: Cabinet Dimensions

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Cabinet Dimensions Figure 1. PFC-6075 Cabinet Dimensions DEPTH = 3.75 " DOOR = 16.07" DEPTH = 3.84 " BACKBOX = 15.77" LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE BOTTOM DWG #593-1...

  • Page 14: Cabinet Wiring Connections

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Cabinet Wiring Connections Optional Figure 2. PFC-6075 Cabinet Wiring UD-1000 DACT High voltage phone connections 120VAC 50Hz-60Hz 240VAC 50Hz-60Hz Connect to separate unswitched AC circuits Optional CA-6075 POWER ALARM EARTH FAULT Class A Expander SUPERVISORY SILENCED TROUBLE...

  • Page 15: Battery Circuit Calculations

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Battery Circuit Calculations Before selecting the battery, it is important to determine the minimum size batteries for standby and alarm times desired for each application and SLC current draw. If the wrong batteries are installed in a specific application or incorrect current draw used, the proper standby and minimum alarm time will not be present.

  • Page 16: Battery Calculation Worksheets

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Battery Calculation Worksheets Total Standby Total Alarm Description Quantity Alarm (mA) Standby (mA) (mA) (mA) Main board (PFC-6075) LCD Remote RA-6075 LCD Remote RA-6500 CA-6075 Class A Expander UD-1000 DACT PSN-1000/E Power Expander LED-16 P-Link LED-Current (if applicable, see Note 6) DRV-50...

  • Page 17: Slc Current Draw Worksheet

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 SLC Current Draw Worksheet Total Total Standby Alarm Device Type Standby Alarm (mA) (mA) (mA) (mA) Analog photo smoke detector (PSA) 0.325 0.325 Analog photo DUCT smoke detector (DSA) 0.325 0.325 Analog photo smoke / fixed heat detector (PSHA) 0.325 0.325 Analog fixed heat detector (FHA)

  • Page 18: Isolator Device Load Calculation

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Isolator Device Load Calculation This section covers the distinction between an addressable sensor and an isolator to correctly calculate the total SLC device load. A device uses an address and consumes power. Whereas, an isolator does not use an address, but does consume power. The following scenarios explain how to calculate the current device load based on the SLC configuration.

  • Page 19: Scenario 2: Class B Loop - Isolated Branch Configuration

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Scenario 2: Class B Loop – Isolated Branch Configuration In this configuration, there are 4 separate branches each with an isolation device / module and 1 or more sensors. Each sensor requires an address, as shown in Scenario #1 (isolators do not require an address). However, in this scenario, each isolator consumes power equal to 8 devices.

  • Page 20: Battery Connections

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Battery Connections The battery charging circuit is located on the main panel in the lower left portion of the board. The maximum battery charging circuit is 1.0 amp DC; the charging voltage is approximately 27.3 VDC and is supervised. Note: The battery should be clearly labeled as “Sealed Lead Acid Battery”...

  • Page 21: Section 3: Installation

    Figure 7. Example of SLC Wiring - Class B, Style 4 PFC-6000 5.1kΩ Series SLC Loop (Class B) Terminal Connections 24- 24+ S- Address No. Potter Electric Signal Company S+ C Conventional Initiating Zone Module (NC) Model No. CIZM-4 Ser. No. xxxxxx Potter Electric Signal Company Document: TN51313e date:XX.XX.2009...

  • Page 22: Class A, Style 6 Wiring Configuration

    24+ S- S- S+ S- S+ Address No. Address No. Address No. Address No. Potter Electric Signal Company Potter Electric Signal Company Potter Electric Signal Company Potter Electric Signal Company Single Contact Module Dual Contact Module Twin Relay Module Monitored Output Module Model No.

  • Page 23: Connecting Analog Detectors

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Connecting Analog Detectors When installing analog detectors, such as a photoelectric smoke sensor (PSA), photo smoke/fixed heat detector (PSHA), heat detector (FHA), or an analog combination type heat detector (RHA), use detector bases (i.e. AB-6). An analog detector activates its response LED when activated.

  • Page 24: Conventional Initiating Zones (Cizm-4) Class B

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Conventional Initiating Zones (CIZM-4) Class B Figure 12. CIZM-4, Class B From FACP or Select Style B Previous Module Conventional Detector SLC Loop To Next Module 5.1KΩ 1/2W From FACP or EOLR Previous Module Conventional Initiating Zone Module Model No.

  • Page 25: Dual Contact Module - 4 Inch Mount (Dcm-4)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Dual Contact Module – 4 inch Mount (DCM-4) Refer to the figure shown below for a Class A DCM-4 wiring example. Figure 15. DCM-4 with One Class A Circuit Note: The resistance of external wiring shall be less that 100Ω. Dual Contact Module The capacitance of external wiring shall be less than 1 micro farads.

  • Page 26: Monitored Output Module - 4 Inch Mount (Mom-4)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Monitored Output Module – 4 inch mount (MOM-4) If the power supply connected to the MOM-4 is power limited, then the outputs are power limited. An example of a MOM-4 wired as a conventional application is shown here. Figure 18.

  • Page 27: Single Action / Dual Action Pull Station (Aps-Sa / Aps-Da)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Single Action / Dual Action Pull Station (APS-SA / APS-DA) The APS-SA/DA addressable pull stations are non-coded that provide an addressable point to the panel. The APS pull stations have terminals that allow the SLC to be wired directly to the device and then exit to the next device in the loop. Refer to the wiring example shown below.

  • Page 28: Addressing Slc Devices

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Addressing SLC Devices Before devices can be programmed, they must be assigned a unique address. There are two (2) methods to address devices: (1) You may use a hand-held address setting device or (2) Use the panel's System Tools – SLC Addr Prog option. Only authorized system users may access the System Tools options.
  • Page 29 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 For a Single Device: From the SLC Addr Prog menu, press 1 to address a Single device. Attach connector wires to SLC PGM terminals, if not already done. The “Connect Device” prompt displays. Connect device.

  • Page 30: Notification Appliance Circuits Installation

    Outputs are supervised and regulated. Circuits are power limited. Type of NAC output is selectable, and may be configured for strobe synchronization with Potter/AMSECO, Cooper Wheelock®, Gentex®, or System Sensor® strobe devices. Refer to the listing of compatible models located in the “NAC Compatibility Document”, Potter #5403592, for this information.
  • Page 31 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Figure 24. NAC Class A Wiring Example NAC 1 NAC 2 NAC 1 NAC 2 CA-6075 Class A card Notification Appliance DWG #602-5A 3-25...

  • Page 32: I/O Circuit Configuration

    Supervised and regulated by the main panel board. Reverse polarity upon activation. Circuits are power limited Type of output is selectable. Strobes can be synchronized with all compatible strobe devices, including Potter/AMSECO®, Cooper Wheelock®, Gentex®, or System Sensor®. I/O Maximum Impedance Formula The maximum impedance is a function of the load placed on the circuit.

  • Page 33: Reverse Polarity Communication Line Circuit

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Reverse Polarity Communication Line Circuit Only I/O 1 and I/O 2 on the PFC-6075 can be programmed as reverse polarity circuits. The short circuit current is rated at 24 VDC and 14 mA maximum. Please refer to the figure below for an example of wiring a reverse polarity communication line circuit. Figure 26.

  • Page 34: Municipal Box Connection

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Municipal Box Connection When programmed as a municipal box connection, the circuit power is limited, supervised for open and short circuit conditions, and provides a local energy connection. Figure 27. Municipal Box Wiring Example Panel I/O 1 I/O 2...

  • Page 35: Ca-6075 Class A Expander Installation

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 CA-6075 Class A Expander Installation The Class A configuration requires the use of the CA-6075. Once the card is installed, the additional terminals are provided for the return loop of the NAC. The CA-6075 provides the terminals for both NACs, SLCs, and P-Link. Refer to the figures below for examples of installing and wiring a Class A expander card.

  • Page 36: P-Link Devices

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 P-Link Devices Accessory devices, such as remote and LED annunciators, and a remote expander (RLY-5) are connected to the main control panel utilizing the four-wire P-Link bus for power and communication. This panel supports a maximum of 64 P-Link devices, which can be connected using a Class B or Class A wiring style (examples are provided throughout this topic).

  • Page 37: P-Link Addresses

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Figure 31. Example of P-Link Class A Wiring Requiring a CA-6075 CA-6075 Connection P-LINK Panel Connection Expansion P-LINK Device Expansion Device DWG #602-12A P-Link Addresses Each P-Link device has a five position dip switch which is used to program the device address ranging from one (1) to thirty- one (31).

  • Page 38: Remote Annunciators Installation (Ra-6500 And Ra-6075)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Remote Annunciators Installation (RA-6500 and RA-6075) This panel supports up to 31 annunciators in any combination (RA-6500 / RA-6075). The RA-6500 provides a 4 x 40 character LCD display. Whereas, the RA-6075 provides a 2 x 16 character LCD display, along with standard function and numeric keys. All annunciator models listed are designed to be mounted on a flat non-condensing surface or electrical box.

  • Page 39: Led Drivers Installation (Drv-50)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 The LED-16 is controlled over the 4-wire P-Link connection. The higher current required for the LED outputs can be provided by the panel, or from an auxiliary power source as shown below. The auxiliary power can be any 24VDC source, and is fully supervised.
  • Page 40 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 The 50 programmable LED outputs are located on connectors P1-P5, each containing ten (10) LED outputs and two (2) 5VDC outputs. The system LEDs and PZT control outputs are located on connector P6. LEDs are wired as shown below; no external resistor is required.

  • Page 41: Relay Board Installation (Rly-5)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Setting Addresses The DRV-50's address is set by dip switch S1, which is located on the back of the board. The address must be set in the range of one to thirty-one (1–31) to be recognized by the panel. (Refer to the "P-Link Addresses" table shown earlier in this section for DIP switch programming.) Figure 40.

  • Page 42: Fire Communications Bridge Installation (Fcb-1000)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Setting Addresses The RLY-5's address is set by dip switch S1, which is located on the back of the board. The address must be set in the range of one to thirty-one (1–31) to be recognized by the panel. (Refer to the "P-Link Addresses" table shown earlier in this section for DIP switch programming.) Figure 43.

  • Page 43: Fiber Interface Bridge Installation (Fib-1000)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Setting Addresses The FCB-1000's address is set by dip switch S1. The address must be set in the range of one (1) to thirty-one (1–31) to be recognized by the panel. (Refer to the "P-Link Addresses" table shown earlier in this section for DIP switch programming.) Figure 46.

  • Page 44: Fib-1000 Wiring

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 FIB-1000 Wiring FIB-1000s are installed in pairs. (Please refer to Diagrams #1 & 2 shown below to properly wire the two FIB-1000s.) The first FIB-1000, referred to as "FIB-1000 (A)" below can be installed in any of the compatible fire alarm enclosures, or the FIB- 1000RM.

  • Page 45: Serial Parallel Gateway Installation (Spg-1000)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Setting Addresses The FIB-1000's address is set by dip switch S1, which is located on the back of the board. The address must be set in the range of one to thirty (1–30) to be recognized by the panel. (Refer to the "P-Link Addresses" table shown earlier in this section for DIP switch programming.) Figure 50.

  • Page 46: Dact Installation

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Setting Addresses A SPG-1000 address is set by dip switch S1. The address must be set in the range of one (1) to thirty-one (1–31) to be recognized by the panel. (Refer to the "P-Link Addresses" table shown earlier in this section for DIP switch programming.) Figure 54.

  • Page 47: P-Link & Dip Switch Locations

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 The UD-1000 slides into the guides located at the bottom of the panel, and then secured with screws as shown in the following illustration. Figure 55. Example of an Installed UD-1000 Dialer Screw UD-1000 DACT Slides in guides under main board.

  • Page 48: Section 4: Operation

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Section 4: Operation This section provides an overview of the control panel’s basic operations, which includes the status LEDs, function pushbuttons, and a Control Panel Menu Tree quick reference sheet. Control Panel Basic Operation The control panel is comprised of a two (2) line x 16-character LCD display panel, arrow keys, push button function keys, status LEDS, and the numeric keypad.

  • Page 49: Menu Navigation Keys

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Menu Navigation Keys The arrow keys allow you to scroll or move through the control panel menus. The Enter and Esc keys may also be used to navigate through menus; they are located on the numeric keypad. The table shown below provides a summary of the navigation keys.

  • Page 50: Status Leds

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 The table below provides a brief summary of the pushbuttons: Table 7: Control Panel Pushbuttons Pushbutton Description Press to acknowledge the currently displayed condition. Press to silence all outputs programmed as silenceable and buzzer. Press to reset panel to normal condition.

  • Page 51: Control Panel Menu Tree

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Control Panel Menu Tree This section provides a reference to menu options as they appear on the LCD panel. Appendix G also provides a copy of the menu tree. MAIN MENU 1=View History 3=Set Date/Time 4=Walk Test 2=Enable/Disable...

  • Page 52: Section 5: Programming

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Section 5: Programming This section addresses programming options and their parameters, provides an overview of the programming process, and addresses how to use the two programming methods: (1) the LEARN function, and (2) the remote computer programming process.
  • Page 53 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Table 9: Programming Options Feature or Permitted Setting(s) Permitted Topic Possible Settings Comment Option in UL (Y/N) in UL864? Alarm Supervisory Positive Alarm Sequence Auxiliary Zone Zone Type All settings allowed Fire Drill System Alarm System Supervisory System Trouble...
  • Page 54 UL (Y/N) in UL864? SLC Point Alarm Verif Yes/No All settings allowed SLC Point Supervisory Yes/No All settings allowed Potter/Amseco Sync Gentex Sync System Sensor Sync Wheelock Sync Specifies use of NACs Function Constant Output All settings allowed NAC circuit(s)

  • Page 55: Programming Overview

    Note: The latest version of Microsoft .NET Framework is required. To install the software: Access the Potter website at www.pottersignal.com, and go to the "Fire Alarm Systems" link, then click the "Fire Panel Configuration Software" icon to select program to download.

  • Page 56: Learn Programming

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 LEARN Programming The LEARN mode enables you to efficiently configure all connected, addressed input and output devices. (Refer to Section 3: Installation – Addressing SLC Devices, for detailed instructions.) Only authorized users may access this function. LEARN generates a list of all points, which may be viewed through the Points and Zones functions on a remote computer.
  • Page 57 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 The following series of messages display on the LCD: PFC-6075 Initializing IP PFC-6075 Obtaining IP Notes: • If the Ethernet cable is connected to PC, you will see the "Initializing IP" message prior to the "Obtaining IP" message.

  • Page 58: Transferring Data

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Transferring Data This section provides step-by-step instructions for completing uploading and downloading data transfers. The "Transfer" icons are located at the top of the Programmer window and are briefly described below. Table 10: Transfer Functions Icons Description Downloads configuration file from computer to panel.

  • Page 59: Uploading From Panel To Computer

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Uploading from Panel to Computer The Upload Configuration File to Computer transfer icon is used to upload the configuration file from the panel to the computer once the LEARN function is completed or whenever devices are added or removed from the panel. To upload programming changes to computer: Click the Upload Configuration File to Computer icon or right click from “Transfers”...

  • Page 60: Downloading Configuration File To Panel

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 4. Enter IP address or panel name in the “Transfer Via IP” field. Notes: • To capture your panel’s unique IP address, disconnect the Ethernet cable from panel. The message “Ethernet Lost” displays indicating connectivity is lost.

  • Page 61: File New

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 File New The File New menu option is used to complete all programming from scratch on the computer. You must select the correct panel model prior to programming. Note: It is imperative that you choose the correct panel model prior to programming or completing any data transfers, otherwise, you cannot complete a successful download to the panel.
  • Page 62 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Downloading a Configuration File To download the configuration file: Click the Download Configuration File to Panel icon or right click from the “Transfers” region, then click “Add”. The Transfer dialog box displays. Figure 71.

  • Page 63: Uploading History Events & Detector (Sensitivity) Status Reports

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Uploading History Events & Detector (Sensitivity) Status Reports The Upload History File to Computer and Upload Detector (Sensitivity) Status to Computer icons allow you to view valuable information that can be essential when analyzing system operations. You may choose to print the History and Detector Status reports by using the Print icon.

  • Page 64: Detector Sensitivity Status Reports

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Detector Sensitivity Status Reports The Upload Detector Status File to Computer icon allows you to create reports showing sensor sensitivity related settings. This information may be used to troubleshoot detector issues. To transfer detector (sensitivity) status information: Click the Upload Detector Status File to Computer icon or right click from “Transfers”...

  • Page 65: Printing Reports

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Printing Reports The Print icon allows you to print History and Detector Status reports. Double-click the History or Status file listed in the Transfer window prior to clicking the Print icon. An example of the Report window, which displays a History report, is shown below: Figure 78.

  • Page 66: Panel Software Overview

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Panel Software Overview This section gives you an overview of the Panel Configuration Software. It addresses navigating through the program windows, understanding the purpose of icons and program features, using Window’s conventional editing techniques and other program shortcuts to efficiently configure your system.

  • Page 67: Program Icons

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Program Icons The panel software uses several standard Windows’ icons, such as the close button and scroll bars. There are others that are unique to the panel software, such as auto hide, and window position which are summarized in the table below: Table 11: Panel Configuration Icons Name Icon...

  • Page 68: Programming Functions Overview

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Programming Functions Overview The table below gives you a snapshot of the menu order along with a brief description of each. Details for these options are provided on the following pages. Table 12: Programming Menu Overview Menu Option Description Displays remote access “User Name”...

  • Page 69: Remote Access Code

    Figure 82. Example of the Panel Configuration Screen User Name / Password The default user name and password is “Potter” as shown below; they can be changed to ensure that only authorized personnel can transfer data to and from the panel.

  • Page 70: General System Functions

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 General System Functions Job Details Site specific information, such as company name, address and phone numbers may be entered in this window. This information is stored in the panel and is used to identify the panel when using e-mail reporting options. Please refer to the figure shown below. To enter site information: Click the Job Details program option.

  • Page 71: Day/Night Sensitivity Mode And Holiday Scheduling

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Day/Night Sensitivity Mode and Holiday Scheduling The Sensitivity option allows you to enable the “Day/Night Sensitivity” feature, establish the starting and ending times for “Night” sensitivity, create a “Holiday Schedule”, and choose the days of the week that the site is normally occupied. Note: The Day/Night Sensitivity option is not selected or enabled by default.

  • Page 72: User Codes

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 User Codes The Users option allows you to create up to ten (10) user code profiles, if needed. Each profile may have different access rights, which controls the panel functions a user may access as well as the option to connect to the Facility Management Tool. Note: Please refer to the "Facility Management Tool"...

  • Page 73: System E-Mail Functions

    “panel serial number". The serial number is the same as the NetBIOS name, and is located on the panel as shown below. Note: Outgoing panel e-mails are routed through a dedicated Potter server. You must make a notation of your panel's outgoing e-mail address in order to send e-mail requests remotely.

  • Page 74: P-Link E-Mail Notification Requirements

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System e-mail communications and functions are intended for informational reporting purposes only. They are intended to be used as a convenience function. E-mail communications should NOT be used as a primary means of reporting emergency information. P-Link E-mail Notification Requirements The following table lists the necessary hardware and Internet connectivity requirements to use P-Link functions, such as DACT and e-mail notification.

  • Page 75: E-Mail Sent From Panel

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System e-mail communications and functions are intended for informational reporting purposes only. They are intended to be used as a convenience function. E-mail communications should NOT be used as a primary means of reporting emergency information. E-mail Report Programming To setup History and Detector Status reports schedule: Click on the E-mail Reporting option.

  • Page 76: E-Mail Report Requested From Pc

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System e-mail communications and functions are intended for informational reporting purposes only. They are intended to be used as a convenience function. E-mail communications should NOT be used as a primary means of reporting emergency information. Select one or more e-mail address using one of the following options: •...
  • Page 77 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System e-mail communications and functions are intended for informational reporting purposes only. They are intended to be used as a convenience function. E-mail communications should NOT be used as a primary means of reporting emergency information. In the “Subject”...

  • Page 78: Receiving E-Mail Status Reports

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System e-mail communications and functions are intended for informational reporting purposes only. They are intended to be used as a convenience function. E-mail communications should NOT be used as a primary means of reporting emergency information. Receiving E-mail Status Reports When a system status (Alarm, Supervisory, Trouble events) e-mail is received, the body of the e-mail contains the information entered in the “Job Details”...
  • Page 79 Figure 97. Example of Detector "Sensitivity" Status Comma Separated Values file (.csv) Refer to Table 17 – Zone Attributes in this Section for an explanation of Day/Night Sensitivity settings. Figure 98. Examples of a History text file (.txt) & History Comma Separated Value file Potter Electric Signal PFC6800R 5-73...

  • Page 80: Creating E-Mail Reminders

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System e-mail communications and functions are intended for informational reporting purposes only. They are intended to be used as a convenience function. E-mail communications should NOT be used as a primary means of reporting emergency information. Creating E-mail Reminders E-mail reminders are fully customizable e-mail messages that may be sent based on a predefined schedule.

  • Page 81: System Programming

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 System Programming System programming involves defining the function of devices and their relationships to each other, referred to as mapping. You can define behavior characteristics of individual or groups of devices, map devices into zones, and further customize your system using the panel configuration software from a computer.

  • Page 82: Mapping Terminology

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Mapping Terminology The table below provides mapping terms that may be helpful to you in understanding the mapping concept: Table 15: Mapping Terminology Term Definition Mapping Creating relationships between devices, modules and sensors and defining their behavior. A group of devices.

  • Page 83: Zone Attributes

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Table 16: Zone Styles Zone Description System Alarm Used for outputs that will be activated upon any alarm. System Supervisory Used for outputs that will be activated upon any supervisory. System Trouble Used for outputs that will be activated upon any trouble.
  • Page 84 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Table 17: Zone Attributes Attribute Description •y Defines the output pattern of general-purpose NAC circuits in the zone that occurs during alarm conditions. •y Click on drop-down arrow to display and select an option: Output Pattern Constant 24VDC...

  • Page 85: Creating Zones

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Creating Zones When creating zones, you may create one or more at a time. This section explains this process and includes examples for your convenience. To create a zone: In the Zones window, right click on any zone name. The shortcut menu displays. Click on “Add Zones”.

  • Page 86: Configuring Zones

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Configuring Zones The next step is to customize a zone’s attributes, which includes changing the name, selecting type of zone, and other characteristics (i.e., constant, double time output pattern, latching or non-latching, silenceable, auto-silence timer, etc.). To configure a zone: Double-click in the Zone’s “Name”...

  • Page 87: Nac Functions

    Unused Circuit is unused. General Purpose General purpose NAC; obeys zone “output pattern” programming. Potter Sync Drives Potter synchronized horns / strobes. Gentex Sync Drives Gentex synchronized horns / strobes. System Sensor Sync Drives System Sensor synchronized horns / strobes.

  • Page 88: Slc Functions

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 SLC Functions The SLC configuration options are described in the table below: Table 20: SLC Configuration Functions Function Description Unused SLC point is unused. Addr Detector Photo Photoelectric Sensor (PSA) Addr Detector Photo Heat Combination Photo-Heat Sensor (PSHA) Addr Detector Heat Fixed Fixed Temperature Heat Detector (FHA)
  • Page 89 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 To configure points: 1. Click on the Points function to display the "Points Configuration" window. Figure 107. Example of a Configuration Window Note: Click the columns to sort devices by the field selected, i.e., "Name", "Alarm Verification" or "Low Temp Trouble". •...
  • Page 90 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 To configure a range of points: Click the first point to configure from the “Function” field. Press and hold the SHIFT key, then click in “Function” field of last point. Figure 109. Example of Configuring a “Range” of Points Right-click from “Function”...

  • Page 91: Adding Points To Zones

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 4. Click on device type from the shortcut menu. In the example shown here, "Addr Detector Photo Heat" has been selected as the device type. Figure 111. Example of Configuring “Selective” Points Adding Points to Zones This section provides procedures and examples of adding points to one or more zones.
  • Page 92 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 3. Drag and drop selected points from the Points' window to the “Device” window. The selected points display in the “Device” window, as shown below. Figure 114. Example of Moving Selected Points into a Zone To move one or more points into multiple zones: 1.

  • Page 93: Group By Area

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Group by Area You may group information by different fields in many of the program windows. This flexibility is helpful when configuring or viewing a large amount of information, such as all devices, zones or remote annunciators. Examples are included for illustration purposes only.

  • Page 94: Cross Zone Configurations

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Cross Zone Configurations The purpose of creating cross zones is to ensure that two (2) or more separate zones are activated before an output zone is triggered. Although crossing two (2) zones is the most common configuration, up to eight (8) zones may be combined. In this case, when all the zones that have been crossed are active, the specified outputs will be activated.

  • Page 95: Programming Modules

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Programming Modules This section addresses how to program optional all P-Link appliances, including the DACT (UD-1000), RA-6500, RA-6075, CA-6075 Class A expansion card, LED-16 annunciators, and others. CA-6075 Class A Converter Module The PFC-6075 supports one (1) Class A Expander card.

  • Page 96: Led Annunciators (Led-16)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 LED Annunciators (LED-16) The panel supports ten (10) LED annunciators. The LED annunciator provides sixteen (16) LEDs, which may be assigned to a specific zone; when that zone becomes active, the LED will display the alarm, supervisory or trouble conditions. Each LED annunciator also provides five (5) non-programmable system LEDs that annunciate the overall system condition (Power, Earth, Silenced, Alarm, Supervisory and Trouble).

  • Page 97: Relay Board (Rly-5)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Relay Board (RLY-5) The panel supports up to thirty-one (31) Relay Boards. Each RLY-5 provides five (5) Form-C relay outputs which may be individually mapped to any zone. To add and configure a relay board: Select RLY-5 from the system panel.

  • Page 98: Fire Communications Bridge (Fcb-1000)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Fire Communications Bridge (FCB-1000) The panel supports one (1) FCB-1000. The FCB-1000 provides a remotely-located IP connection into the panel, which may be designated as the IP reporting device versus passing through the on-board internet connection. To add and configure the FCB-1000 bridge: Select FCB-1000 from the system panel.

  • Page 99: Serial Parallel Printer (Spg-1000)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Serial Parallel Printer (SPG-1000) The SPG-1000 module allows up to 31 serial and/or parallel printers to be used to log system events. Note: Parallel printers must be connected to the DB25 (J1) connector, serial printers to the DB9 (J2) connection. To add and configure the SPG-1000: Select SPG-1000 from the system panel.

  • Page 100: Dact (Ud-1000)

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 DACT (UD-1000) Each system may have one DACT module or Digital Alarm Communicator Transmitter. The DACT provides notification to a remote monitoring company when alarms, troubles and supervisory conditions occur. Programming options allow you to select separate accounts for test events and alarm, trouble, and supervisory conditions. You may set up telephone parameters, such as number of rings, when and where to send reports by specifying phone numbers and other report output options.
  • Page 101 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 To add and configure a DACT module: 1. Select the Dialer function from the system panel. 2. Click the Add Device button. The “Add Dialer” window displays. Figure 134. Example of Add Dialer Window 3.

  • Page 102: Section 6: Psn-1000 / Psn-1000(E) - Installing, Operating & Programming

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Section 6: PSN-1000 / PSN-1000(E) – Installing, Operating & Programming The PSN-1000 and PSN-1000(E) power supply boards provide power and communication expansion capability to the PFC-6000 series control panels. They provide an electrically isolated P-Link repeater output that supports additional power and communications distance.

  • Page 103: Wiring Types

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Wiring Types Wiring specifications must be followed to prevent damage and/or other consequences. Table 22: PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Board Circuit Wiring Types Wiring Type Type of Circuit Voltage Power AC Connection High Voltage Non-Power Limited Battery Connection Low Voltage Non-Power Limited...

  • Page 104: Cabinet Installation

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Cabinet Installation The PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) slides into the guides located at the bottom of the panel, and then secured with screws as shown in the following illustration. Figure 138. PSN-1000 Panel Installation Showing Cabinet DWG #602-22 6-98...

  • Page 105: Cabinet Wiring Connections

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Cabinet Wiring Connections Figure 139. PSN-1000 Wiring 120VAC 50Hz-60Hz 240VAC 50Hz-60Hz Connect to separate unswitched AC circuit Non-power limited relay connection P-Link Terminals Non-power limited battery connection Power limited wiring DWG #602-23 6-99...

  • Page 106: Rechargeable Battery Circuit

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Rechargeable Battery Circuit The battery charging circuit is on the power supply board providing terminal connections to connect the wire leads. The battery must be a recognized or listed sealed lead acid battery or equivalent. It is rated for 8 to 55 AH batteries and will operate the panel alarm for at least 24 hours and 5 minutes.

  • Page 107: Psn-1000/Psn-1000(E) Battery Calculation Worksheet

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Battery Calculation Worksheet Complete one for all P-Link devices powered by the PSN-1000 / PSN-1000(E) Total Total Standby Alarm Device Type Standby Alarm (mA) (mA) (mA) (mA) PSN-1000 / PSN-1000(E) Main Board LCD Remote RA-6075 LCD Remote RA-6500 PSN-1000/E Power Expander...

  • Page 108: Notification Appliance Circuits (Nacs)

    NAC circuits are power limited. • Type of NAC output is selectable, and may be configured for strobe synchronization with Potter/AMSECO, Wheelock®, Gentex®, or System Sensor® strobe devices. Please refer to Potter document “5403592 NAC Compatibility Document” for this information.
  • Page 109 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Figure 142. PSN-1000 / PSN-1000 (E) Class A NAC Wiring Example - NAC 2 + - NAC 4 + - NAC 6 + P-LINK - NAC 1 + - NAC 5 + - NAC 3 + Notification Appliance...

  • Page 110: Input Circuits

    Potter Part #3005013 Notes: The Potter part number for the listed end of line assembly is #3005013 EOL Resistor Assembly. The panel has ground fault detection on the input circuits. The impedance to ground for ground fault detection is 0 ohms.

  • Page 111: Repeater Output

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Repeater Output The PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) repeater output provides power which supports additional P-Link devices, including LCD Annunciators and/or SLC Loop expanders. This is possible because the P-Link repeater output reconditions and repeats all P-Link communications. Refer to the following figures for examples of Class A and B wiring.

  • Page 112: Municipal Box Connection

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Municipal Box Connection When the PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) is programmed as a municipal box connection, the circuit is power limited and supervised for open and short circuit conditions. It also provides a local energy connection. Please refer to the figure shown below for a wiring example.

  • Page 113: Psn-1000/Psn-1000(E) Operations

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Operations The PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) operates as a fully integrated power expander. The input circuits and/or NAC circuits are configured in the same manner as any input circuit or NAC circuit in the system. Circuit functions and zone assignments are defined using the system software.

  • Page 114: Psn-1000/Psn-1000(E) Programming

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Programming The panel can be programmed to support up to thirty-one (31) PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Power Expanders. Each power supply provides six (6) NAC circuits (3A max), and two (2) dry contact input circuits. Both Class A and B configurations are supported; however, Class A requires that NAC circuits are paired as follows: NAC 1&2, NAC 3&4 and NAC 5&6, thus providing three (3) Class A circuits.

  • Page 115: Deleting A Power Supply

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Notes: If a power supply is Class A, select the applicable NACs (NAC 1/2, NAC 3/4 or NAC 5/6). If a power supply is Class B, programming is completed. Class-A operation may be independently selected for the P-Link repeater output and any of the NAC circuit pairs. Repeat steps, as needed, to continue creating or adding additional power supplies.

  • Page 116: Section 7: Ip Communication

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Section 7: IP Communication The system's built-in, on-board IP Communicator provides notification to a remote monitoring company when alarms, troubles, and supervisory conditions occur. The IP Communicator is used with an IP capable Sur-Guard receiver by means of the Fibro protocol.

  • Page 117: Programming The Ip Communicator

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Programming the IP Communicator IP Reporting Accounts The "IP Reporting Accounts" section is used to program the IP Communicator operations and to customize the format of the reporting accounts. You may choose different settings for Alarms, Troubles and Supervisory conditions. Up to five (5) primary or secondary accounts may be configured.
  • Page 118 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Figure 156. Example of Primary Account Settings "Expanded" Window Click here to collapse additional fields. Notes: – Use the scroll bar to display additional fields if not shown on right. – Click the collapse icon at any time to hide the account setting fields.

  • Page 119: Appendix A: Basic Operating Instructions

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Appendix A: Basic Operating Instructions These instructions must be framed and displayed next to the PFC-6075 panel in accordance with NFPA 72 fire code for Local Protected Fire Alarm Systems. Test the system in accordance to NFPA 72. Table 24: Button Functions Button Function...
  • Page 120 PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Table 25: Operating Instructions Operation Task •y Press ENTER – Main Menu. •y Press 3 – Set Date / Time. Set Date / Time •y Use keypad to enter correct date; use right arrow to move through date field and to display time field.

  • Page 121: Appendix B: Modem Connectivity Setup

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Appendix B: Modem Connectivity Setup If your computer uses a modem for connectivity to the panel, choose the Options – Communications menu option. This involves choosing “Modem” as the transfer medium, and specifying the modem com port. In rare instances, a modem may also require an initialization string.

  • Page 122: Appendix C: System Maintenance And Testing

    NFPA 72 to verify compliance with the applicable standards. Testing should be conducted by Potter factory trained fire alarm technician(s) in the presence of a representative of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and the building owners representative. Refer to NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code), Inspection Testing and Maintenance.

  • Page 123: Appendix D: Psn-1000/Psn-1000(E) Maintenance And Testing

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Appendix D: PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Maintenance and Testing De-Energize Unit Prior to Servicing. The power supply board has one fuse on the board for the AC power over current protection. The AC fuse is rated at 8A 250VAC Time-Lag and screened onto the main board as F1. The batteries are to be replaced at least once every four years.

  • Page 124: Appendix E: Compatible Devices Table

    Table 26: Device / Modules Compatibilities Module/Device Compatibilities NAC Appliances Refer to Potter document “5403592 NAC Compatibility Document”. None listed with the control panel; all devices listed the Conventional Input Zone Module Two-Wire (2-Wire) Smoke Detectors (CIZM), please refer to CIZM Installation Sheet.

  • Page 125: Appendix F: Troubleshooting Tips

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Appendix F: Troubleshooting Tips This section provides basic error messages, their descriptions and recommended actions for each condition. Table 27: Troubleshooting Error Message Error Description/Action The panel is not able to communicate with the annunciator. Keypad “##”: Missing Action: Check wiring and programming.

  • Page 126: Appendix G: Control Panel Menu

    PFC-6075 • 5403593 • REV C-1 • 10/13 Appendix G: Control Panel Menu MAIN MENU 1=View History 3=Set Date/Time 4=Walk Test 2=Enable/Disable 2=By Zone 1=By Point Select Device Zone 1 Internal SLC 1=Disable Inputs Internal PWR 2=Disable Outputs MAIN MENU Esc=Exit 5=System Tools 6=Programming...
  • Page 127 Fire Panel Operating Instructions Normal Standby The green AC POWER LED will be illuminated and the user defined message on the LCD will be displayed. If the AC power is removed for more than 5 seconds, the green AC power LED will extinguish. Acknowledging Off normal events are acknowledged by pressing the ACK key while reviewing events.

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