Edwards SIGA-MFT - Map Fault Tool Installation

Description

The SIGA-MFT Map Fault Tool is a diagnostic tool intended to help you locate and resolve sources of mapping faults in a Signature signaling line circuit (SLC). The SIGA-MFT ships with these accessories:

• A USB flash drive with the SIGA-MFT Software
• A USB cable
• A 24 VDC external power supply

The SIGA-MFT is wired directly to the SLC and connected to your PC using a USB cable and port. The SIGA-MFT simulates the mapping operation of the panel SLC controller, and the SIGA-MFT Software provides enhanced troubleshooting information.

The SIGA-MFT and the Signature SLC are powered by the USB port on your PC. An external power supply (provided) can be connected to the SIGA-MFT when needed. For example, when you connect to a USB hub, which does not include power, or if communication is lost when connecting to the SLC.

Diagnostic LEDs indicate communication by flashing:

• Green = PC communication
• Red = SLC communication

Features

Figure 1 shows the connectors and indicators located on the front face of the SIGA-MFT. Figure 2 shows the connectors and fuse located on the back of the device.

Figure 1: Front view of the SIGA-MFT

1. USB connection
2. External power jack
3. Green LED
4. Red LED

Figure 2: Back view of the SIGA-MFT

1. Fuse
2. SLC connection terminals

Installation

Refer to Figure 3 when installing the SIGA-MFT.

To install the SIGA-MFT:

1. Insert the USB flash drive into any USB port on your PC, and then double-click Setup.exe to install the SIGA-MFT Software.
   You must install the software before connecting the device so that the PC can recognize it.
2. Connect the SLC wiring to the SIGA-MFT observing the polarity indicated on the device.
   You must disconnect the SLC from the panel, and connect it only to the SIGA-MFT.
   For Class A circuits, disconnect the Class A return wires. If the SLC controller has a removable terminal block, simply remove the block. The Class A return wires are not used.
3. Connect the USB cable to the SIGA-MFT, and then to your PC.
4. Click Start > All Programs > Edwards Software > SIGA-MFT Software to start the program.

During operation, the program may display a message indicating that the external power supply is required. You can plug in the external supply at any time during installation or operation.

Refer to the SIGA-MFT Map Fault Tool User Guide (P/N 3102035-EN) for instructions on using the tool to troubleshoot the Signature SLC. A copy of the guide is installed in the Edwards Software folder during installation of the SIGA-MFT Software.

Wiring

Figure 3: Connecting the SIGA-MFT

1. USB flash drive with SIGA-MFT Software
2. Field wiring from Signature SLC under test
3. USB cable
4. PC with SIGA-MFT Software installed
5. 24 VDC external power supply (optional)
6. SIGA-MFT

Maintenance

The SIGA-MFT does not require any periodic maintenance. If needed, use a replacement fuse with the values shown in "Specifications" below.

Specifications

[1] When power is supplied by the USB port, the device operates on 5 VDC. The USB supply is limited to 500 mA by definition.

FCC compliance

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Contact information

For contact information, see www.edwardsfiresafety.com.

Documents / Resources

References

• Edwards | Fire Alarm Systems, Life Safety Systems, Industrial Signaling

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