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Honeywell SILENT KNIGHT IFP-50 Installation And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL IFP-50 Addressable Fire Control Analog/ Installation and Part Number 151302 Rev H Operations Manual...
  • Page 3 Installation Procedure Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability: Installation Precautions - Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability: WARNING - Several different sources of power can be connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all sources of power before servicing. Control unit and associated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is energized.
  • Page 4 While installing a fire alarm system may make lower insurance rates possible, it is not a substitute for fire insurance! An automatic fire alarm system - typically made up of smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning devices, and a fire alarm control with remote notification capability - can provide early warning of a developing fire.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Section 1 Introduction .............................. 1-1 Overview of Basic System ........................1-1 1.1.1 Hardware Features ..........................1-1 1.1.2 Software Features ..........................1-2 About this Manual ............................ 1-2 1.2.1 Terms Used in this Manual ....................... 1-2 Compatible Products ..........................1-3 How to Contact Silent Knight ........................1-4 Section 2 Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements ........
  • Page 6 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Section 4 Control Panel Installation ...................... 4-1 Mounting the Control Panel Cabinet ....................... 4-1 4.1.1 Removing the 5700 Assembly from the Housing ................4-1 4.1.2 Dead Front Installation and removal ....................4-1 4.1.2.1 Installing the Dead Front ......................4-1 4.1.2.2 Dead Front Removal ......................
  • Page 7 Contents Section 5 Hochiki SLC Device Installation ................... 5-1 Types of SLC Devices ..........................5-1 Maximum Number of Devices ......................... 5-2 Wiring Requirements for SLC Devices ....................5-2 5.3.1 Wiring SLC devices in Style 4 (Class B) ..................5-2 5.3.2 Wiring SLC Devices in Style 6 & 7 (Class A) ................. 5-4 Heat and Smoke Detector Installation .....................
  • Page 8 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Zone ................................. 8-4 7.2.1 Edit Zone ............................8-4 7.2.1.1 Edit Zone Name ........................8-4 7.2.1.2 Edit Zone Properties ....................... 8-5 7.2.1.3 Zone Outputs .......................... 8-7 7.2.1.4 Cadence Patterns ........................8-10 7.2.2 Add Zone ............................8-11 7.2.3 Delete Zone .............................
  • Page 9 Contents Section 8 System Operation ..........................9-1 Annunciator Description .......................... 9-1 8.1.1 LCD Displays ........................... 9-1 8.1.2 Banner ............................... 9-2 Menu System ............................9-2 8.2.1 Main Menu Overview ........................9-3 8.2.2 Using the Menus ..........................9-3 Basic Operation ............................9-3 8.3.1 Setting Time and Date ........................
  • Page 10 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Section 11 Installation Records ........................12-1 11.1 SLC Point Record ..........................12-1 Appendix A Compatible Devices ........................A-1 Appendix B Special Characters Lists ......................B-1 151302...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Section 1 Introduction The IFP-50 Fire Alarm Control / Communicator is an analog addressable fire control system that meets the requirements of UL 864. Overview of Basic System The IFP-50 base system is 50 addressable point system with a built-in annunciator which can also be used to program the system.

  • Page 12: Software Features

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 1.1.2 Software Features • Advanced smoke detector features: –Automatic drift compensation –Maintenance alert region –Point status eliminates calibrated smoke test requirements for NFPA 72 • “JumpStart” feature for easy programming • Non-volatile event history stores 1000 events •...

  • Page 13: Compatible Products

    Introduction Compatible Products The chart below lists the products available from Silent Knight for use with the IFP-50. Type of Model Description Device See Section 5.1 for a list of compatible devices. Addressable SLC Devices Hochiki See Section 5.2 for a list of compatible devices. Addressable SLC Devices 5824 Serial/Parallel Printer...

  • Page 14: How To Contact Silent Knight

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table 1-1: Compatible Modems Manufacturer Model Motorola LifeStyle 28.8, 3400 series Premier 33.6 Multi-Tech MT19321ZDX How to Contact Silent Knight If you have a question or encounter a problem not covered in this manual, contact Silent Knight Technical Support at 800-328-0103 (or 763-493-6455).
  • Page 15 Introduction Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detectors be located throughout a protected premise following the recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer’s recommendations, State and local codes, and the recommendations contained in Guide for the Proper Use of System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no charge to all installing dealers.
  • Page 16 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual • Warning devices (including horns, sirens, and bells) may not alert people or wake up sleepers who are located on the other side of closed or partially open doors. A warning device that activates on a different floor or level of a dwelling or structure is less likely to awaken or alert people.
  • Page 17 Introduction Requirements and recommendations for proper use of fire alarm systems in- cluding smoke detectors and other fire alarm devices: Early fire detection is best achieved by the installation and maintenance of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the house or building in accordance with the requirements and recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association Standard 72, National Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72), the manufacturer’s recommendations, State and local codes and the recommendations contained in Guide for the Proper Use of...
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  • Page 19: Agency Listings, Approvals, And Requirements

    Section 2 Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements Install and maintain in accordance with NFPA 72. Detector spacing shall be in accordance to NFPA 72. End-of -line relays and resistors shall be placed within the electrical box located and the end of the initiating circuit. Testing and maintenance should be performed according to NFPA 72.
  • Page 20 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or pro- cedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice to allow you to make the necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

  • Page 21: Underwriters Laboratories (Ul)

    Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements j) If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this IFP-50 does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or qualified installer.

  • Page 22: Requirements For Central Station Fire Alarm Systems

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 2.2.2 Requirements for Central Station Fire Alarm Systems 1. Use both phone lines. Enable phone line monitors for both lines. 2. You must program a phone number and a test time so that the IFP-50 sends an automatic daily test to the central station.

  • Page 23: Before You Begin Installing

    Section 3 Before You Begin Installing This section of the manual is intended to help you plan your tasks to facilitate a smooth installation. Please read this section thoroughly, especially if you are installing a IFP-50 panel for the first time. What’s in the Box? The IFP-50 ships with the following hardware: •...

  • Page 24: Electrical Specifications

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Electrical Specifications Table 3-1 list the terminal block on the IFP-50 as well as a description of the each individual terminal and their respective electrical rating. For location of the terminals refer to Figure 3-2. See also Section 4 for installation.

  • Page 25: Wiring Specifications

    Before You Begin Installing Wiring Specifications Induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another) can interfere with telephone communication or cause false alarms. To avoid induced noise, follow these guidelines: • Isolate input wiring from high current output and power wiring. Do not pull one multi- conductor cable for the entire panel.

  • Page 26: Board Assembly Diagram

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Board Assembly Diagram On-board Annunciator 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1.5A AC Power Input Programming Port Form C Relays Terminal Block 2 Battery Connector Terminal Block 1 24 VDC Phone Lines SLC In/Out, NAC/Aux SLC Programming Power Circuits SBUS Form C...

  • Page 27: Calculating Current Draw And Standby Battery

    Before You Begin Installing Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery This section is for helping you determine the current draw and standby battery needs if you are using IDP addressable devices (Table 3-2) or Hochiki addressable devices (Table 3-3). 3.6.1 Worksheet Requirements The following steps must be taken when determining IFP-50 current draw and standby battery requirements.
  • Page 28 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 3.6.1.1 Current Draw Worksheet for IDP SLC Devices Use Table 3-2 to determine current requirements during alarm/battery standby operation when IDP SLC devices are installed. (Copy the page if additional space is required.) You can install up to 50 IDP detectors and 50 IDP modules.
  • Page 29 Before You Begin Installing Table 3-2: Current Calculation Worksheet for IDP Devices Standby Alarm Device # of Devices Current per Device Current Current SLC Accessories Standby: 1 mA Aux Pwr SSB501BHT-2 Sounder Base Alarm: 15 mA Alarm: 0.7 mA (50 max.) SSB224RB Relay Base Standby/Alarm: 0.5 mA...
  • Page 30 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table 3-2: Current Calculation Worksheet for IDP Devices Standby Alarm Device # of Devices Current per Device Current Current Total current ratings of all devices in system (line A + line B + C) Total current ratings converted to amperes (line D x .001): Number of standby hours (24 or 60 for NFPA 72, chapter 1, 1-5.2.5): Multiply lines E and F.

  • Page 31: Current Draw Worksheet For Hochiki Slc Devices

    Before You Begin Installing 3.6.1.2 Current Draw Worksheet for Hochiki SLC Devices Use Table 3-3 to determine current requirements during alarm/battery standby operation when Hochiki SLC devices are installed. (Copy the page if additional space is required.) Table 3-3: Current Calculation Worksheet for Hochiki Devices Standby Alarm Device...

  • Page 32: Maximum Battery Standby Load

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table 3-3: Current Calculation Worksheet for Hochiki Devices Standby Alarm Device # of Devices Current per Device Current Current Standby: 20 mA RA-100 Remote Fire Alarm Annunciator Alarm: 25 mA (8 max.) Standby: 20 mA RA-1000 Remote Fire Alarm Annunciator Alarm:...
  • Page 33 Before You Begin Installing size used and standby hours required. Max. Load for 24 hrs. *Max. Load for 60 hrs. Rechargeable Battery Size Standby, 5 mins. Alarm Standby, 5 mins. Alarm 7 AH 221 mA 85 mA 18 AH 675 mA 250 mA 35 AH 1.1 A...
  • Page 34 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 3-12 151302...

  • Page 35: Control Panel Installation

    Section 4 Control Panel Installation Caution! To avoid the risk of electrical shock and damage to the unit, power should be OFF at the control panel while installing or servicing. Mounting the Control Panel Cabinet Read the environmental specifications in Section 3.2 before mounting the IFP-50 panel. The IFP-50 cabinet dimensions are: 12-3/4"...

  • Page 36: Installing The Dead Front

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.1.3.1 Installing the Dead Front Follow these steps to properly install the dead front panel into the control panel cabinet. 1. Remove the top two annunciator screws, do not discard them they will be reused. See Figure 4-1 for annunciator screw location.

  • Page 37: Ac Connection

    Control Panel Installation AC Connection At installation, connect the AC terminals to the power source as shown in Figure 4-2. It may be necessary for a professional electrician to make this connection. The AC terminals are rated at 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1.5A . Supervised To AC Ground...

  • Page 38: Battery Connection

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Battery Connection The control panel battery charge capacity is 7.0 to 35 AH. The main control cabinet can house batteries up to 7 AH, larger capacity batteries can be housed in a Remote Battery Box (P/N RBB).

  • Page 39: Rbb Accessory Cabinet

    Control Panel Installation 4.3.1 RBB Accessory Cabinet The Model RBB Accessory cabinet can be used when your backup batteries requirements use backup batteries that are too large to fit into the main control panel cabinet. The RBB cabinet holds batteries up to the 35 AH size. The RBB dimensions are 16" W x 10" H x 6" D (40.64 cm W x 25.4 cm H x 15.24 cm D).
  • Page 40 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 3. Run extended battery cable from control panel cabinet through conduit to RBB cabinet. See Figure 4-6. RBB Cabinet Cover Screws Conduit Coupler Conduit RBB Cabinet Cover Screws Figure 4-6 Battery Connections in the RBB Cabinet Note: Figure 4-6 is an example of how the wire connections can be routed.

  • Page 41: Sbus Wiring

    Control Panel Installation SBUS Wiring This section contains information on calculating SBUS wire distances and the types of wiring configurations (Class B). 4.4.1 Calculating Wiring distance for SBUS modules The following instructions will guide you in determining the type of wire and the maximum wiring distance that can be used with control panel SBUS accessory modules.
  • Page 42 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual These cases are marked in the chart with an asterisk (*). Maximum length can never be more than 6,000 feet, regardless of gauge used. (The formula used to generate this chart is shown in the note below).
  • Page 43 Control Panel Installation Wiring Distance calculation example: Suppose a system is configured with the following SBUS modules: 2 - Module RA-100 Fire Annunciator 1 - 5496 Notification Power Expander 1 - 5865 LED Fire Annunciator 1 - 5824 Parallel/Serial Interface The total worst case current is calculated as follows: RA-100 Current Draw = 2 x .100 amps...

  • Page 44: Wiring Configurations

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.4.2 Wiring Configurations Figure 4-8 illustrates Class B configuration. Supervised Power Limited Figure 4-8 SBUS Class B Wiring 4.4.2.1 How to Power SBUS Devices From Auxiliary Power Supply Figure 4-9 illustrates how to power SBUS devices from an Auxiliary Power Supply such as the 5495 or 5499, when the maximum number of SBUS devices exceeds the SBUS power requirments.

  • Page 45: Remote Annunciator 5860 Installation

    Control Panel Installation RA-100 Remote Annunciator Installation The optional Model RA-100 Remote Annunciator, shown in Figure 4-10, performs the same functions as the on-board annunciator. The RA-100 can be surface or flush mounted. Up to 8 RA-100s can be added to the IFP-50 system. Figure 4-10 Model RA-100 Remote Annunciator, Front View RA-100 installation involves the following steps: 1.

  • Page 46: Flush Mounting

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.5.1.1 Flush Mounting This section of the manual describes flush mounting. Follow these steps to flush mount the RA-100 1. The back box dimensions are 9-9/32" w x 8-3/8" h. The minimum depth 2". The back box can be mounted prior to the complete installation of the RA-100 using any of the mount- ing holes shown in Figure 4-11.

  • Page 47: Surface Mounting

    Control Panel Installation 3. Wire the Annunciator board to the main control panel. See Figure 4-8. 4. Attach the annunciator and door assembly to back box as shown in Figure 4-13 using the supplied screws. Figure 4-13 Attaching Annunciator/Door Assembly to Backbox 4.5.1.2 Surface Mounting The optional Model RA-100TG/TR trim ring kit is available for use when surface mounting.
  • Page 48 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 3. Run wires to the control panel. 4. Place the trim ring over the back box as shown in Figure 4-15. Figure 4-15 Installing Trim Ring 5. Attach the Door assembly to the back box using screws provided. 6.
  • Page 49 Control Panel Installation 5. Connect a printer to the 5824 as shown in Figure 4-17. Supervised Power Limited Figure 4-16 5824 Connection to the Panel To Parallel Printer To Serial Printer Figure 4-17 Printer Connection 151302 4-15...

  • Page 50: Selecting 5824 Options

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.6.1 Selecting 5824 Options Configuring the 5824 includes the following steps: • Add the module to the system. JumpStart will add the module automatically (see Section 6.1). You can also add it manually (see Section 7.3.2). •...

  • Page 51: 5880 Led Driver Module

    Control Panel Installation 5880 LED Driver Module The 5880 is an LED driver board that can be used in a wide variety of applications, including as an interface with most customized floor plan annunciator boards. The 5880 can drive up to 40 LEDs and has one PZT controller.

  • Page 52: Facp Connection

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.7.2 FACP Connection The 5880 connects to the panel via the SBUS. Make connections as shown in Figure 4-20. After the 5880 is connected to the panel, it must be added to the system. This programming step is described in Section 4.9.

  • Page 53: Led Wiring

    Control Panel Installation 4.7.3 LED Wiring There are four 12-pin connectors on the 5880 board for connecting LEDs. Each LED gets its power from Pin 11. Internal resistors are sized so that there is approximately 10 mA of current for each LED, no series resistors are required. LED outputs can be mapped to output circuits. See Section 6 for programming details.

  • Page 54: Dry Contact Wiring

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.7.4 Dry Contact Wiring The 8 input circuits on the 5880 board are for monitoring switch inputs-any type of switch supported by the control panel can be used with the 5880. For example, you can use a 5880 to monitor pull stations, water flow, tamper, reset, or silence switches.

  • Page 55: 5865-3 / 5865-4 Led Annunciator Installation

    Control Panel Installation 5865-3 / 5865-4 LED Annunciator Installation The 5865-3 and 5865-4 are LED annunciators. The 5865-4 has 30 mappable LEDs, remote silence and reset key switches, and a general system trouble LED. The 5865-3 has 30 mappable LEDs only. These are arranged as 15 pairs of red (typically used for alarm) and yellow (typically used for trouble) LEDs.

  • Page 56: 5865 Mounting

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.8.2 5865 Mounting Mount the 5865-4 to a standard 4-gang electrical box. Mount the 5865-3 to a standard 3-gang electrical box. In Figure 4-25, the 5865-4 attached to a 4-gang box is used as an example. Figure 4-25 5865 Mounting Example The 5865 ships with a set of zone description labels that can be inserted into the 5865 board assembly.

  • Page 57: Configuring Modules

    Control Panel Installation Configuring Modules This section describes how to configure any system hardware modules that have been added to the system. 4.9.1 Assigning Module IDs When installing a hardware module (such as, 5824, RA-100, 5496, 5865-3 or 5865-4), you must use the dipswitches on the module to assign an ID# to the module.

  • Page 58: Telephone Connection

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.10 Telephone Connection Connect the telephone lines as shown in Figure 4-28. The Model 7860 phone cord is available from Silent Knight for this purpose. A number of programmable options are available for customizing telephone lines. These options are described in Section 7.7.

  • Page 59: Notification Appliance/Auxiliary Power Circuits

    Control Panel Installation 4.12 Notification Appliance/Auxiliary Power Circuits Two outputs are built-in to the IFP-50 FACP which can be programmed to be used as NACs (Class A or Class B) or as Aux power. This section of the manual explains how to install conventional notification appliances and how these terminals can be used for auxiliary power.

  • Page 60: Class A Notification Wiring

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.12.1.2 Class A Notification Wiring You must use an appliance from the list of compatible appliances in the Appendix at the back of this manual. To install a Class A notification appliance circuit: 1. Wire the Class A notification appliances as shown in Figure 4-30. Caution For proper system supervision do not use looped wire under terminals marked –...

  • Page 61: Auxiliary Power Installation

    Control Panel Installation 4.12.2 Auxiliary Power Installation NAC Circuits 1and 2 on the control panel can be used as auxiliary power circuits. The three types of auxiliary power available are: • Door Holder (see section 4.12.2.1) • Constant (see section 4.12.2.2) •...

  • Page 62: Constant Power

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.12.2.2 Constant Power Use constant power for applications that require a constant auxiliary power source. Power is always present at Constant circuits. 4.12.2.3 Resettable Power Resettable power is typically used to power beam detectors, flame detectors and conventional 4-wire smoke detectors.

  • Page 63: Remote Station Applications

    Control Panel Installation 4.14 Remote Station Applications 4.14.1 Keltron Model 3158 Installation The control panel is compatible with Keltron Model 3158, used for direct connection to a Keltron receiver. The 3158 reports alarms, supervisories, and troubles. The 3158 is intended for connection to a polarity reversal circuit of a remote station receiving unit having compatible ratings.

  • Page 64: City Box Connection Using The 5220 Module

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.14.2 City Box Connection Using the 5220 Module This section describes how to connect the control panel to a municipal fire alarm box or “city box” as required by NFPA 72 Auxiliary Protected Fire Alarm systems for fire alarm service. The city (master) box is an enclosure that contains a manually operated transmitter used to send an alarm to the municipal communication center which houses the central operating part of the fire alarm system.

  • Page 65: Nfpa 72 Polarity Reversal

    Control Panel Installation 4.14.3 NFPA 72 Polarity Reversal 4.14.3.1 Using the 5220 Module When the 5220 is wired and programmed for polarity reversal, it reports alarm and trouble events to a remote site. Alarms will override trouble conditions and it will not be possible to reset the remote indicator until the condition is cleared and the control panel is reset.
  • Page 66 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 5. If necessary, adjust loop current using the potentiometer (R10) on the 5220 board . Normal loop current is 2-to-8 mA with a 1k ohm remote station receiving unit. Maximum loop resistance is 3k ohm. Program Relay for Alarm.
  • Page 67 Control Panel Installation 4.14.3.2 Using the 7644 Module When the 7644 is used for polarity reversal, it allows alarm and trouble events to be reported to a remote site. Alarms will override trouble conditions and it will not be possible to reset the remote indicator until the condition is cleared and the control panel is reset.

  • Page 68: Using The Sd500-Arm Addressable Relay Module

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.14.4 Using the SD500-ARM Addressable Relay Module When the SD500-ARM is wired for polarity reversal, it reports alarm and trouble events to a remote site. Alarms will override trouble conditions and it will not be possible to reset the remote indicator until the condition is cleared and the control panel is reset.

  • Page 69: Using A Mr-201/T Control Relay From Air Products

    Control Panel Installation 4.14.5 Using a MR-201/T Control Relay From Air Products When the MR-201/T control relay is wired for polarity reversal, it reports alarm and trouble events to a remote site. Alarms will override trouble conditions and it will not be possible to reset the remote indicator until the condition is cleared and the control panel is reset.
  • Page 70 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 4.14.6 Transmitter Activated by Dry Contacts This section describes the connection of a UL 864 listed remote station transmitter to the IFP- 50 FACP dry contacts. The FACP contacts must be supervised by the remote station transmitter module using end-of-line resistors (ELRs) with a value determined by the transmitter manufacturer.
  • Page 71 Section 5 IDP and Hochiki SLC Device Installation Caution! To avoid the risk of electrical shock and damage to the unit, power should be OFF at the control panel while installing or servicing. List of IDP SLC Devices The following IDP SLC devices can be used with the control panel. See the device installation instructions for more information (packaged with the device).
  • Page 72 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual List of Hochiki SLC Devices The following Hochiki SLC devices can be used with the control panel. See the appropriate section number in this manual or the device installation instructions (packaged with the device) for more information. Note: The control panel supports the use of either Hochiki SLC devices or IDP SLC devices.

  • Page 73: Maximum Number Of Devices

    IDP and Hochiki SLC Device Installation Maximum Number of Devices The IFP-50 supports IDP or Hochiki devices on one IFP system. The maximum number of devices per system varies depending on device protocol. Device support is as follows: • IDP Devices–An IFP system can support a total of 50 IDP detectors and 50 IDP modules. •...
  • Page 74 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Figure 5-1 Caluculating wire run length for a simple out and back 151302...
  • Page 75 IDP and Hochiki SLC Device Installation When using T-taps, the total length of all taps and the main bus must not exceed 40,000 feet. This requirement must be met in addition to the maximum distance requirements for the various wire gauges. Figure 5-2 Calculating Wire Run Length for a T-tap 151302...

  • Page 76: Wiring

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 5.4.2 Wiring SLC Devices in Style 6 & 7 (Class A) Configuration The following figure illustrates how to wire the SLC loop for Style 6 or Style 7 Class A installations. Note: Style 6 does not use short circuit isolator devices. Figure 5-3 Class A SLC Configuration Note: No t-taps allowed on class A SLC loops.
  • Page 77 IDP and Hochiki SLC Device Installation Wiring IDP SLC Detectors This section describes how to install IDP heat and smoke detectors. All detectors ship with installation instructions. Refer to the detector’s installation instructions for more detailed information. This information applies to the following IDP models: •...
  • Page 78 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual rotary dial to set the tens place in a two digit number. IDP device addresses are handled differently than Hochiki device addresses. The control panel recognizes when an IDP detector or IDP module is installed. For this reason, IDP detectors can be assigned any unique address from 1 to 50, and IDP modules can be assigned any unique address from 1 to 50.
  • Page 79 IDP and Hochiki SLC Device Installation Wiring Hochiki Detectors The information in this section applies to the following Hochiki models: SD505-AHS Heat Detector, SD505-AIS Ionization Smoke Detector, and SD505-APS Photoelectric Smoke Detector. To wire SD505-APS, SD505-AHS, or SD505-AIS detectors: 1. Wire device bases as shown in . 2.
  • Page 80 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Addressing Hochiki Devices This section tells how to address detectors and modules. 5.8.1 SD505-APS, SD505-AHS, & SD505-AIS The SD505-APS photoelectric smoke detector, SD505-AHS heat detector, and SD505-AIS ionization smoke detector are easily addressed at the FACP. The Installer Code is required to perform this task.
  • Page 81 IDP and Hochiki SLC Device Installation for Seq. Programming. Use to program more than one detector in sequential order. 7. If you are changing addresses, write the programmed address on the back of the device. 8. To exit press left arrow until fully exited. 151302 5-11...
  • Page 82 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 5.8.2 Hochiki SLC Devices with Dip Switches Input and relay module addresses are set using the dip switches on the module board. The chart below shows the available addresses. For example, to select address 3, place dip switches 1 and 2 in the up position.

  • Page 83: Programming Overview

    Section 6 Programming Overview This section of the manual is intended to give you an overview of the programming process. Please read this section of the manual carefully, especially if you are programming the control panel for the first time. The JumpStart feature automates many programming tasks and selects default options for the system.

  • Page 84: Input Points

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 6.1.1 Input Points JumpStart will determine the number and type of input points (detectors or contact monitor modules) on each SLC loop. JumpStart assigns the correct detector type (heat, or photoelectric), so the installer does not need to edit device type for detectors. Any contact monitor modules on the system will be assigned type "Manual Pull."...
  • Page 85 Programming Overview 5. When the message, "SLC FAMILY HOCHIKI" flashes. Press to accept Hochiki if installing, or press to display IDP and press to accept IDP. 6. When the message "Configuring System Done" displays, press any key to continue. 7. Select one of the following options from the menu that displays. - Review System Press if you need to review the JumpStart configuration.

  • Page 86: Mapping Overview

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Mapping Overview This section of the manual is an overview of mapping. Details about how to select mapping options appear in the appropriate subsections in Section 7. Mapping is an important concept with the control panel. In general terms, mapping is assigning or linking events to outputs that should activate when events occur.

  • Page 87: Input Point Mapping

    Programming Overview 6.2.1 Input Point Mapping Input points are assigned to input zones. Any input point can be assigned to any input zone. (Input points can be assigned to one zone only. An input point can be designated as "Unused," which means it has not been assigned to a zone.) Figure 6-2 Input Point Assignment Example 151302...

  • Page 88: Output Circuit Mapping

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 6.2.2 Output Circuit Mapping Figure 6-3 is a simple example showing how to assign notification and relay output circuits to groups. For an example of a simple floor above/floor below application, see Figure 6-5. Figure 6-3 Assigning Output Circuits to Groups (Example) 151302...

  • Page 89: Zone Event Mapping

    Programming Overview 6.2.3 Zone Event Mapping There are 8 types of events that can occur in zones (see below). For each event type, you can activate up to 8 output groups and patterns. If it is necessary to map to more than 8 output groups, an output group template may be used (see Section 7.5.5 for information on output group templates).
  • Page 90 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Figure 6-5 Example of Zone Events Mapped to Output Groups and Patterns 151302...

  • Page 91: Mapping Led Points

    Programming Overview 6.2.4 Mapping LED Points Figure 6-6 is a simple example showing how LED points are mapped to zones and output groups. Typically you would create two output groups for each zone, one for alarms and one for troubles. (LED points are available when Models 5865-3/4 and/or 5880 are used with the system.) Figure 6-6 Example of LED Points Mapped to Output Groups (applies to Models 5865-3/4 and 5880)

  • Page 92: Silent Knight Software Suite (Skss)

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Programming Using the 5650/5651 Silent Knight Software Suite You can use the 5650/5651 Silent Knight Software Suite (SKSS) to program the control panel onsite or remotely. SKSS is an optional software package that lets you easily program the control panel using a Windows-based computer and a modem* (not sold by Silent Knight).

  • Page 93: Entering / Exiting The Program Menu

    Programming Overview 6.4.1 Entering / Exiting the Program Menu To enter the Program Mode: 1. Press to display the main menu. 2. Enter the installer code if requested. 3. Select for Program Menu. Display reads: Initializing Please wait . . . The menus described in Section 7 of this manual will display.

  • Page 94: Selecting Options And Entering Data

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 6.4.3 Selecting Options and Entering Data There are several ways to make programming selections using the control panel depending on which screen you are currently using. The chart below is a generic explanation. Press Select from a menu.

  • Page 95: Programming Menu Quick Reference

    Programming Overview Programming Menu Quick Reference This section of the manual lists all Program Menu options in the order they appear on the sub- menus. Default settings are indicated in text or marked with an asterisk. The comments column provide quick information and a reference to a section (if applicable) which has more detailed information.
  • Page 96 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Menu Options/Defaults Comments Add Zone Adds next available zone number. Section 7.4.2 Select Zone to Section 7.4.3 Zone Delete Zone Delete (cont.) List of all points in Section 7.4.4 View Zone Points selected zone. Enter Name1 Enter Number1 Group Name...
  • Page 97 Programming Overview Menu Options/Defaults Comments UNUSED PHOTO HEAT DETECTOR Select zone PHOT DUCT ION DUCT 2WIRE SMK SUP PHOTO LATCH NLATCH SUP DET SUP ION LATCH NLATCH MAN_PULL LATCH WATERFLOW NLATCH SUPERVSY LATCH NLATCH FIREDRILL SILENCE Hochiki SLC Loop Enter Pt RESET Section 7.6 PAS_ACK...
  • Page 98 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Menu Options/Defaults Comments MAN_PULL LATCH WATERFLOW NLATCH SUPERVSY LATCH NLATCH FIREDRILL SILENCE RESET PAS_ACK LATCH ZN_AUX1 NLATCH SWITCH Section 7.6 LATCH ZN_AUX2 NLATCH LATCH SYS_AUX1 IDP SLC Loop Enter Pt NLATCH (cont) (cont.) LATCH SYS_AUX2 NLATCH DETECT SW...
  • Page 99 Programming Overview Menu Options/Defaults Comments For each account (1-4), select: Edit Account # *123456 Account # (6-digit number, identifies account to central station) Section 7.7.1 Edit Format *Contact ID Reporting Format (SIA, S20, Contact ID) Section 7.7.1 Y (Yes) *Yes Section 7.7.1 Report Alarms N (No)
  • Page 100 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Menu Options/Defaults Comments Select Group Section 7.7.3.1 System Trouble None selected Select Cadence Alarm Silence Select Group None selected Select Cadence Select Group Trbl Silence None selected Select Cadence Group Tr SBUS Com SBUS Pwr Trouble Events Select Group SLC Loop...
  • Page 101 Programming Overview Menu Options/Defaults Comments 0 - 90 Seconds *30 sec Water Flow delay is the number of Water Flow Delay sec. before water flow alarm is generated. Section 7.7.6.1 0 - 30 hours *3 hrs Low AC Report Low AC Delay Delay.
  • Page 102 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Menu Options/Defaults Comments Edit Name Edit Access Code System Reset System Silence System Event Ack. Fire Drill Key System Tests Fire Drill Menu Indicator Test Walk Test no-Report Walk Test w/Report Dialer Test Profile 1 is the profile that dictates Clear History Buffer what functions the Fire Fighter Point Functions...

  • Page 103: Programming

    Section 7 Programming This section of the manual describes how to manually program the control panel from the built-in annunciator. Each subsection discusses these menu options in detail. All options described in this section can be performed using the Silent Knight Software Suite 5650/5651. Important! Before any customized programming is done, JumpStart should be run first.

  • Page 104: Modules

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual SLC Family The IFP-50 supports Hochiki protocol SLC devices or Intelligent Device Protocol (IDP) SLC devices. You must configure the IFP-50 to accept the protocol of the devices you are installing. You cannot mix SLC devices of different protocols. 1.

  • Page 105: Naming Modules

    Programming 7.3.1.1 Naming Modules You can assign an English name to a hardware module to make it easier to recognize on a display. 7. To edit a module name, press the arrow to select each character for the modules name (or press to bypass name edit).

  • Page 106: Deleting A Module

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual izes (when you exit the Program Menu). When the new module is attached, the trouble will correct itself automatically the next time you power up the system. 7.3.3 Deleting a Module If you ever need to delete a module, follow these steps. You must be in the Main Menu to perform this task.

  • Page 107: Zone

    Programming Zone Through the zone option in the program menu you can edit, add, delete, and view zone points. Selections made here affect all detectors and switches in the zone. Up to 125 zones can be used in the system. 7.4.1 Edit Zone Features that can be edited through the edit zone option are, edit zone name, zone properties...

  • Page 108: Edit Zone Properties

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8. Select the characters for the zone name by pressing the arrow until the desired character is shown then press Enter the Numerical Designator for the character you want, then press . See Appendix B Table B-1 of this manual for a list of available characters and their numeric designators.
  • Page 109 Programming Alarm Delay Characteristics 3. Select the alarm delay characteristics by pressing the arrow. Table 7-1 list the delay choices and a description of each. Table 7-1: Alarm Delay Types Type of Delay Description One Count (No Delay). When this option is enabled, an alarm occurs immediately when a single device of any of the following types goes into alarm: detector, manual pull, water flow, Aux1 or 1-Count Aux2.
  • Page 110 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Heat Detector Sensitivity Use this feature to set the temperature at which high temperature detectors will respond. All detectors in the zone will respond in the same way. The range for the SD505-AHS heat detector is from 135°F to 150°F.
  • Page 111 Programming Smoke Detector Sensitivity IMPORTANT! Drift compensation is automatic for all smoke detectors (photoelectric and ionization). The feature is always in effect, no programming is required. See Section 8.3.10 for information about how to check if a detector is in UL compliance. All detectors in the zone will respond as programmed in this menu location.

  • Page 112: Zone Outputs

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.4.1.3 Zone Outputs Output groups and cadence patterns are mapped to events. They can be programmed to output when an event occurs in a zone. Some system trouble events can be mapped for the entire system.
  • Page 113 Programming 8. Select options for each event that could occur in this zone. Figure 7-3 is a complete exam- ple of how you might map a zone. Indicates output group 1, cadence pattern 00 has been selected. 00 is a constant output cadence. See Section 7.4.1.4 for choices.

  • Page 114: Cadence Patterns

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.4.1.4 Cadence Patterns The cadence patterns shown in Figure 7-5 are available for use with the control panel. Cadence patterns can be selected by event type for each zone or for the entire system. Special cadence patterns can be selected for fire drills and any auxiliary system switches used with the system.

  • Page 115: Add Zone

    Programming 7.4.2 Add Zone To add a zone, follow these steps: 1. Press to display the main menu. 2. Enter the installer code if requested. 3. Select for Program Menu. Display reads: Initializing Please wait . . . 4. Press to enter zone menu.

  • Page 116: View Zone Points

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.4.4 View Zone Points To view the points in a zone, follow these steps: 1. Press to display the main menu. 2. Enter the installer code if requested. 3. Select for Program Menu. Display reads: Initializing Please wait .

  • Page 117: Group

    Programming Group An output group is made up of output points that have been programmed to respond in the same way. Output groups simplify programming because you do not have to program each individual point. Once you have defined the characteristics of output groups, you can assign each point to the appropriate group.

  • Page 118: Edit Group Properties

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8. Select the characters for the group name by pressing the arrow until the desired character is shown then press Enter the Numerical Designator for the character you want, then press . See Appendix B Table B-1 of this manual for a list of available characters and their numeric designators.
  • Page 119 Programming Latching / Non-latching Outputs Outputs that are programmed as Latching remain active until the system has been manually reset. Non-latching outputs stop activating automatically when the condition clears. 151302 7-17...
  • Page 120 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Silencing Options The following silencing options are available for each output group. Table 7-3: Silencing Options Option Description SILENCE Silenceable. The output group can be silenced through the key. NON-SIL Not silenceable. The output group cannot be silenced. Activation of the key will be ignored for this output group.

  • Page 121: Add Group

    Programming 14. Press 15. Press the arrows to select the desired silencing option. Refer to Table 7-3. 16. Press 17. Enable group activation for a condition (see Table 7-4) by pressing the arrows to select Y (yes) or N (no). 18.

  • Page 122: View Group Points

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.5.4 View Group Points 1. Press to display the main menu. 2. Enter the installer code if requested. 3. Select for Program Menu. Display reads: Initializing Please wait . . . 4. Press to enter group menu. 5.

  • Page 123: Edit Output Group Templates

    Programming 7.5.5 Edit Output Group Templates Some installations may require that zones be mapped to more than 8 output groups. With output group templates you can combine one or all output groups into one template, which can be used when the same combination of outputs are used for several zones. For example, lets say an installation has five zones (See table below).

  • Page 124: Point

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Point You may need to change characteristics of individual input points (detectors and switches) even after using JumpStart. This section explains how to change options for: type of input point; latching/non-latching status (switches); and name and zone assignment of a point. 7.6.1 Point Programming For SLC To program for points, follow these steps:...
  • Page 125 Programming 9. Select the type of device by pressing the arrows. Refer to Table 7-5 under column heading "Type Selection" for a list of choices. Where applicable, features that apply only to Hochiki or IDP devices are noted in the Comments section. Table 7-5: Point Programming Type Latching...
  • Page 126 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table 7-5: Point Programming Type Latching Module Type Function Comments Selection Option System-level switch provides an alternate way to reset RESET the system; same effect as pressing the Reset key. Positive acknowledge switch. This switch must be used in zones programmed as Positive Alarm Sequence (see Table 7-1).

  • Page 127: Point Programming For Internal

    Programming 7.6.2 Point Programming For Internal or External Power Module (5496) To program for an internal or external power module points, follow these steps: 1. Press to display the main menu. 2. Enter the installer code if requested. 3. Select for Program Menu.

  • Page 128: Point Programming For 5880 And 5865 Modules

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 16. Repeat Steps 1 through 15 for all circuits. Function Choices Type Selections Selections for Comments each Type Enter Point or Circuit UNUSED B NOTIF A NOTIF Select Type CONSTANT Constant auxiliary power. AUX PWR RESETTABLE Resettable auxiliary power.

  • Page 129: Assigning A Name To A Points

    Programming 10. Press 11. Press the arrows to select the desired Group. 12. Press 13. Edit module name. See Section 7.6.3.1. Press to skip module name edit. 14. Repeat Steps 1 through 13 for all points. 7.6.3.1 Assigning a Name to a Points You can assign a name to a point to make it easier to recognize on a display.
  • Page 130 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8. Press when the name is complete. 7-28 151302...

  • Page 131: System Options

    Programming System Options This section of the manual explains how to customize software options that affect general operation of the system. This includes such items as: AC loss hours, system clock options, holidays schedule, telephone and reporting account options. Refer to each individual subsection for complete instructions.

  • Page 132: Edit Accounts

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.1.1 Edit Accounts 6. From the next menu, select for Edit Account. A screen similar to one shown in Figure 7-12 will display. The following subsections describe the options on each field. Figure 7-12 Reporting Account Editing Screen Select Account (ID) The control panel provides up to 4 reporting accounts.
  • Page 133 Programming Events to Report The next six options select which types of events (or event families) will be reported to this account. (See Figure 7-12 for location of these options on the screen.) Events are reported by zone. Event Family Events Included in this Family Alarms All alarms (Water Flow, Manual Pull, Detectors, Auxiliary Switches)

  • Page 134: Auto Test Time

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual The following special characters are available: Table 7-6: Special Dialing Characters Pound (or number) key on the telephone Star key on the telephone Comma (character for 2-second pause) Use the number buttons on the annunciator or the up- and down-arrow keys to select special characters.

  • Page 135: Dialing Prefix

    Programming 5. Select for the phone lines menu. 6. Select the phone line to be edited (1 or 2) by pressing the arrow, then press Figure 7-13 Phone Lines Editing Screen 7.7.2.1 Dialing Prefix Enter up to 8 characters to be used for such things as PBX dial-out codes, a pause, and so on. The following special characters are available: Table 7-7: Special Characters Pound (or number) key on the telephone...

  • Page 136: Dial Option (Touchtone Or Pulse)

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.2.3 Dial Option (TouchTone or Pulse) 9. Press the arrow to select the dial option, then press Dial Option Description PULSE If this option is selected, only pulse dialing will be used for this phone line. TouchTone dialing.

  • Page 137: Answering Machine Bypass

    Programming 7.7.2.7 Answering Machine Bypass This option is used in conjunction with the Silent Knight Software Suite 5650. This feature ensures that an answering machine will not interfere with communication between the panel and the computer. If an answering machine is used at the panel site, enable this feature; if an answering machine is not used, disable the feature.

  • Page 138: Trouble Events

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.3.1 Trouble Events You can map certain system trouble events to an output group. To access the screen for selecting output groups and cadence patterns for system trouble events. 6. Press for Trouble Events. A screen similar to the one in Figure 7-14 will display. Select a group and a cadence pattern for each event as needed for your application.

  • Page 139: System Alarm Cadence

    Programming 7.7.3.2 System Alarm Cadence Fire drill and system auxiliary alarm events can have special cadence patterns to distinguish them from other types of alarms. See Section 7.4.1.4 for available cadence patterns. A typical use of the System Aux1 and Aux2 patterns is to distinguish fire emergencies from other types of emergencies.
  • Page 140 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.4 Day/Night Sensitivity Time If you need to change the time that sensitivity levels take effect (that is, the time that "Day" and "Night" begin), follow these steps. 1. Press to display the main menu. 2.
  • Page 141 Programming 7.7.5 Holiday Days Up to 18 dates can be designated as holidays. When day/night sensitivity is enabled, all photoelectric smoke detectors in the system will use night sensitivity for the entire day on days designated as holidays (see Section 7.7.4). To add or change a holiday, follow these steps.

  • Page 142: Miscellaneous Options 1

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.6 Miscellaneous Options 1 Through this programming option you can set the water flow delay time, low AC report delay, enable or disable automatic daylight savings time adjustment, clock format, and AC clock frequency. 7.7.6.1 Water Flow Delay You can program a delay of 0-90 seconds (zero means no delay) to be used in conjunction with a water flow switch.

  • Page 143: Low Ac Report Delay

    Programming 7.7.6.2 Low AC Report Delay Note: You must select 1-3 hours in UL central station installations and UL remote signaling installations. You can adjust the number of hours before a Low AC report will be sent to the central station. To program low AC report delay, follow these steps: Note: Steps continued from step 6 of Section 7.7.6.1.

  • Page 144: Miscellaneous Options 2

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.7 Miscellaneous Options 2 Through this programming option you can turn the strobe synchronization during silence feature On or Off, and select the control panel to report events by zone or by point. To edit miscellaneous options 2: 1.

  • Page 145: Miscellaneous Options 3

    Programming 7.7.8 Miscellaneous Options 3 From Miscellaneous Options 3, you set the alarm verification time and set the start and end week and month of Daylight Saving Time. Note: For UL installations the alarm verification time can not be less than 60 seconds. 1.

  • Page 146: Edit Banner Message

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 7.7.9 Edit Banner Message The banner is the message that displays on the panel LCD when the system is normal, that is, when no alarms or troubles exist and no one is currently using system menus. You can create a customized message, which can be up to 40 characters, two lines of 20 characters each.

  • Page 147: Jumpstart Autoprogramming

    Programming 8. When word or sentence is complete press to move to line two of the custom banner. Repeat step 7 and 8. JumpStart Autoprogramming IMPORTANT! JumpStart is intended to be used prior to performing any custom programming. Each time JumpStart is executed, all options will be reset to their default values.

  • Page 148: Computer Account

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Computer Account An installer at the panel site can initiate communications between the panel and a computer running the SK Fire System Editor (see also Section 8.3.15). In order for this communication to function properly both the computer (running the software) and the control panel must have matching computer account numbers and computer access codes.

  • Page 149: Access Codes

    Programming 7.10 Access Codes Access codes provide the user access to the control panel functions. Each access code can be customized for each user. This allows some users the ability to access programming and other higher level panel functions, while other users may only need access to lower level functions such as preforming fire drills, or acknowledging trouble conditions.

  • Page 150: Profile Edit Menu

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual To change an access code: 1. Press to display the main menu. 2. Enter the installer code if requested. 3. Select for Program Menu. Display reads: Initializing Please wait . . . 4. Select for System Options.

  • Page 151: System Operation

    Section 8 System Operation Operation of the control panel is simple. Menus guide you step-by-step through operations. This section of the manual is an overview of the operation menus. Please read this entire section carefully before operating the panel. Press to view Main Menu: Select the desired menu option.

  • Page 152: Banner

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8.1.2 Banner The banner is the message that displays on the control panel when the system is in normal mode (no alarm or trouble condition exists and menus are not in use). You can create a customized message that will display instead of the internal (default) message.

  • Page 153: Main Menu Overview

    System Operation 8.2.1 Main Menu Overview The chart below is a brief overview of the Main Menu. These options are described in greater detail throughout this section of the manual. Main Menu Options Description From here both menus can access Fire Drill and Indicator Test. System Tests From here both menus can enable / disable points.

  • Page 154: Disable / Enable A Point

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8.3.2 Disable / Enable a Point 1. From the Main Menu, select for Point Functions. 2. Select for Disable/Enable Point. A list of modules displays. 3. Use to move through the list. Press to select the module where the point you want to disable/enable is located.

  • Page 155: Conduct An Indicator Test

    System Operation 8.3.5 Conduct an Indicator Test The indicator test checks the annunciator LEDs, PZT, and LCD display. 1. From the Main Menu, press for System Tests. 2. Press for Indicator Test. The system turns on each LED several times, beeping the PZT as it does so.

  • Page 156: Conduct A Dialer Test

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8.3.7 Conduct a Dialer Test 1. From the Main Menu, press for System Tests. 2. Select for Dialer Test. The screen will display “Manual dialer test started”. When the test is completed, you will be returned to the <Test Menu>. 8.3.8 Silence alarms or troubles Press...

  • Page 157: View Status Of A Point

    System Operation 5. A screen similar to those shown in Figure 8-3 will display. Figure 8-3 Checking Detector Sensitivity Compliance If a printer is attached to the system (via a Module 5824 Serial/Parallel Interface), you can print detector status (see Section 8.3.16). 8.3.11 View Status of a Point 1.

  • Page 158: Communicating With A Remote Computer

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8.3.15 Communicating with a Remote Computer An installer at the panel site can initiate communications between the panel and a computer running the Silent Knight Software Suite. You can use this feature to upload a panel configuration.

  • Page 159: Working With A Printer

    System Operation 8.3.16 Working with a Printer If you are using the Model 5824 Serial/Parallel Interface, several printing options are available. See Section 4.6 for information about installing the 5824. 1. From the Main Menu, select Printer Options. 2. From the next screen, select the 5824 module where the printer is connected. 3.

  • Page 160: Operation Mode Behavior

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Operation Mode Behavior The control panel can be in one of seven conditions at any given moment: Normal, Alarm, Prealarm, Supervisory, Trouble, Silenced, and Reset. Table 8-2 describes the behavior of the panel in each of these modes. Table 8-2: Operation Modes of FACP Operation Occurs When...
  • Page 161 System Operation Table 8-2: Operation Modes of FACP Operation Occurs When System Behavior In This Mode You Can Mode Trouble A system trouble The dialer seizes control of the phone line Press (down arrow) to view the trouble. A screen condition and calls the central station.

  • Page 162: Releasing Operations

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Releasing Operations This control panel supports two types of releasing, Double Interlock Zone, and Single Interlock Zone. The Double Interlock Zone operation requires an interlock switch input in the system, and the Single Interlock does not. An interlock switch is typically a dry-contact pressure switch.

  • Page 163: Single Interlock Zone Releasing

    System Operation 8.5.1 Single Interlock Zone Releasing A single interlock zone utilizes a minimum of two addressable detectors, and a designated manual release switch. Important! Only addressable detectors can be used. No conventional detectors can be used. Each Single Interlock Zone input requires at least one manual release switch. Conditions Required for an Pre-Alert Output Activation If any single addressable detector is activated, the "Pre-Alert"...

  • Page 164: Double Interlock Zone Releasing

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8.5.2 Double Interlock Zone Releasing A Double Interlock Zone uses a minimum of two Addressable detectors, a designated manual release switch, and an interlock switch input. An interlock switch is typically a dry-contact pressure switch and will be referred to as an interlock/pressure switch in this document. Important! Only addressable detectors can be used.
  • Page 165 System Operation Smoke Alarm Verification Figure 8-5 illustrates how the Smoke Alarm Verification cycle operates. Figure 8-5 Smoke Verification Cycle During the Confirmation Period if there is no alarm indication then the system will return to normal operation. 151302 8-15...
  • Page 166 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 8-16 151302...

  • Page 167: Reporting

    Section 9 Reporting This section lists receivers that are compatible with this control panel, and the reporting codes sent by the control panel for SIA and Contact ID formats. Receivers Compatible with the Control Panel Table 9-1 shows receivers compatible with the control panel. Table 9-1: Receivers Compatible with the Control Panel Manufacturer Model...
  • Page 168 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual SIA Reporting Format Contact ID Reporting Format Event Class Module Event Parameter Event Group Contact Event Description (System, Zone, ID # Event Qualifier Family (if any) Code or Point) (if any) Code Panel time has been changed Trouble System Event Local programming begin...
  • Page 169 Reporting SIA Reporting Format Contact ID Reporting Format Event Class Module Event Parameter Event Group Contact Event Description (System, Zone, ID # Event Qualifier Family (if any) Code or Point) (if any) Code Ground fault condition restore Trouble System Event Exp.
  • Page 170 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual SIA Reporting Format Contact ID Reporting Format Event Class Module Event Parameter Event Group Contact Event Description (System, Zone, ID # Event Qualifier Family (if any) Code or Point) (if any) Code Zone-based AUX1 switch alarm Restore Zone Event 1000+Zon...
  • Page 171 Reporting SIA Reporting Format Contact ID Reporting Format Event Class Module Event Parameter Event Group Contact Event Description (System, Zone, ID # Event Qualifier Family (if any) Code or Point) (if any) Code Detector alarm restore Restore Point Event pi Exp. ID Pnt # Exp.
  • Page 172 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual SIA Reporting Format Contact ID Reporting Format Event Class Module Event Parameter Event Group Contact Event Description (System, Zone, ID # Event Qualifier Family (if any) Code or Point) (if any) Code Supervisory condition restore Trouble Point Event pi Exp.
  • Page 173 Reporting SIA Reporting Format Contact ID Reporting Format Event Class Module Event Parameter Event Group Contact Event Description (System, Zone, ID # Event Qualifier Family (if any) Code or Point) (if any) Code System-based AUX1 switch trouble Trouble Point Event pi Exp.
  • Page 174 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 151302...

  • Page 175: Testing And Troubleshooting

    Section 10 Testing and Troubleshooting 10.1 Troubleshooting This section of the manual offers suggestions for troubleshooting hardware problems. Please read this section if you encounter a problem when installing the control panel. If these suggestions do not solve your problem or if you encounter a problem that is not listed here, contact Silent Knight Technical Support at 800-328-0103 for assistance.
  • Page 176 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Problem Possible Cause / Suggested Actions The panel indicates a ground fault trouble An earth ground fault occurs when the panel senses an unexpected flow of condition (trouble message "GROUND current from one or more of its terminals to the earth connection (Terminal 2). FAULT"...

  • Page 177: Event History

    Testing and Troubleshooting 3. If new batteries were installed, wait 48 hours before completing this step. Remove AC power, activate initiating device and check that : • the ALARM indicator lights. • all active Notification Appliances sound. Measure battery voltage while the Notification Appliances are sounding. Replace any battery with terminal voltage less than 85% of rating.

  • Page 178: Slc Multi Locator

    Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual The LED on the selected device will start flashing. 6. Press any key to exit SLC device locator function. Note: Once you exit the system will resume normal operation. 10.3.2 SLC Multi Locator This feature is the same as SLC Device Locator, except you can locate up to 8 devices on a single search.

  • Page 179: I/O Point Control

    Testing and Troubleshooting 10.3.3 I/O Point Control This feature allows you to toggle any output on or off and trip any input device. This can be useful to test a point’s output mapping. Follow these steps to control a I/O point: 1.
  • Page 180 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 10-6 151302...
  • Page 181 Section 11 Installation Records This section of the manual is for you to use if you wish to track of how points, zones, and groups have been programmed. 11.1 Detector and Module Point Record If installing IDP SLC devices, use Table 11-1 to record installed detector points and Table 11- 2 to record module points.
  • Page 182 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table 11-2: Module Installation Record Zone / Zone/ Device Addr Description Device Addr Description Group Group On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board On-board...
  • Page 183 Appendix A Compatible Devices Notification Appliances For proper operation, you must use polarized devices with a Model 7628 4.7k ohm EOL resistor on each loop. All supervised notification appliances used with the control panel must be polarized. Note: Not all devices can use the Sync feature, be sure to check Table A-1 to ensure the device you have chosen will work with this feature.
  • Page 184 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Faraday 5333 Multi-Tone Horn) 5336 Multi-Tone Horn/Strobe 5337 Multi-Tone Horn/Strobe 5338 Multi-Tone Horn/Strobe 5343 Single Tone Horn/Strobe 5346 Electronic Horn with Strobe 5347 Electronic Horn with Strobe 5348 Single Tone Horn/Strobe 5373...
  • Page 185 Compatible Devices Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Faraday 6223 Horn 6226 Horn/Strobe 6227 Horn/Strobe 6228 Horn/Strobe 6243 Electron-Mechanical Horn 6244 Electron-Mechanical Horn 6245 Electron-Mechanical Horn 6246 Electron-Mechanical Horn/Strobe 6247 Electron-Mechanical Horn/Strobe 6248 Electron-Mechanical Horn/Strobe 6300 Mini-Horn 6301 Mini-Horn...
  • Page 186 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type P2415-FC Horn/Strobe P2415W-FC Horn/Strobe P2415K-FC Horn/Strobe P241575-FC Horn/Strobe P241575W-FC Horn/Strobe P241575F-FC Horn/Strobe P241575K-FC Horn/Strobe P2430-FC Horn/Strobe P2430W-FC Horn/Strobe P2430K-FC Horn/Strobe P2475-FC Horn/Strobe P2475W-FC Horn/Strobe P2475K-FC Horn/Strobe P24110-FC...
  • Page 187 Compatible Devices Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Gentex HG124 Horn HS24-15 Horn/Strobe HS24-30 Horn/Strobe HS24-60 Horn/Strobe HS24-75 Horn/Strobe HS24-110 Horn/Strobe HS24-1575 Horn/Strobe GCC24 Multi Candella Horn/Strobe Ceiling Mount GCCR24 Multi Candella Horn/Strobe Ceiling Mount GCS24 Multi Candella Strobe Ceiling Mount GCSR24 Multi Candella Strobe Ceiling Mount...
  • Page 188 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Chime Chime CHSR 2-Wire Chime/Strobe CHSW 2-Wire Chime/Strobe Horn Horn Horn 2-Wire Horn/Strobe P2R-P 2-Wire Horn/Strobe PC2R 2-Wire Horn/Strobe PC2R-P 2-Wire Horn/Strobe P2RH 2-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela P2RH-P 2-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela PC2RH...
  • Page 189 Compatible Devices Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type System Sensor PC4W 4-Wire Horn/Strobe P4WH 4-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela PC4WH 4-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela P4RK 4-Wire Horn/Strobe PC4RK 4-Wire Horn/Strobe P4RHK 4-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela PC4RHK 4-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela PC4RH 4-Wire Horn/Strobe High Candela Strobe...
  • Page 190 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Wheelock AH-12 Horn AH-24 Horn AH-12WP Horn Weatherproof AH-24WP Horn Weatherproof AMT-241575W Multi-Tone Horn Strobe AMT-24MCW Mutli-Tone Horn Strobe AMT-241575W-NYC Multi-Tone Horn Strobe AMT-12/24 Multi-tone Horn AMT-12/24 NYC Multi-tone Horn...
  • Page 191 Compatible Devices Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type ASWP-24MCWH Horn/Strobe ASWP-24MCCH Horn/Strobe CH-70 Chime CH-90 Chime CH70-241575W Chime/Strobe CH70-24MCW Chime/Strobe CH70-24MCWH Chime/Strobe CH90-24MCC Chime/Strobe CH90-24MCCH Chime/Strobe HS-24 Horn HS4-241575W Horn/Strobe HS4-24MCW Horn/Strobe HS4-24MCWH Horn/Strobe HS4-24MCC Horn/Strobe Wheelock MIZ-24S Mini Horn Strobe...
  • Page 192 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Wheelock NS-241575W Horn/Strobe Con’t NS-24MCW Horn/Strobe NS-24MCC Horn/Strobe NS-24MCCH Horn/Strobe ZNS-MCW Horn/Strobe ZNS-MCWH Horn/Strobe ZNS-24MCC Horn/Strobe ZNS-24MCCH Horn/Strobe RSS-121575W Strobe RSS-241575W Strobe RSS-24MCC Strobe RSS-24MCCR Strobe RSS-24MCCH...
  • Page 193 Compatible Devices Table A-1: Compatible Notification Appliances Manufacturer Model Audio Visual Type Wheelock RSSWPA-24MCCH Strobe Weatherproof Con’t RSSWPG-24MCCH Strobe Weatherproof RSSWPR-24MCCH Strobe Weatherproof RSSWP-2475W Strobe Weatherproof RSSWP-2475C Strobe Weatherproof RSSWP-24MCWH Strobe Weatherproof ZRS-MCWH Strobe ZRS-24MCC Strobe ZRS-24MCCH Strobe MB-G6-24 Motor Bell MB-G10-24 Motor Bell MB-G6-12...
  • Page 194 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual A.3 Two-Wire Smoke Detectors Table A-2 lists two-wire smoke detectors that are compatible with the fire control panel. The table is organized by manufacturer. The columns show the number of detectors per loop that can be used.
  • Page 195 Compatible Devices Table A-2: Compatible Two-Wire Smoke Detectors Model Name or Number Compatibility ID Manufacturer (Base model name or number # per Loop Head Base in parentheses.) 429C (S10A) S10A 30 / loop 429CRT (S11A) S11A 30 / loop 429CST (S11A) S11A 30 / loop 429CT (S10A)
  • Page 196 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual Table A-2: Compatible Two-Wire Smoke Detectors Model Name or Number Compatibility ID Manufacturer (Base model name or number # per Loop Head Base in parentheses.) 1400 20 / loop 1451 (B401B) 20 / loop 2100 20 / loop 2100T...
  • Page 197 Appendix B Special Characters Lists This section contains tables of programmable characters that may be used for device, module, and zone names or phone numbers. Characters used for Naming Table B-1 list the available character and their associated numeric designator. When programming these numbers can be entered as a short cut to using the up or down arrow keys, to select characters when naming a point or zone.
  • Page 198 Model IFP-50 Installation and Operation Manual 151302...
  • Page 199 Silent Knight Fire Product Warranty and Return Policy General Terms and Conditions • All new fire products manufactured by Silent Knight have a limited warranty period of 18 months from the date of manufacture against defects in materials and workmanship. See limited warranty statement for details.
  • Page 200 No credit will be issued if the returned board was damaged due to misuse or abuse. • Repairs and returns should be sent to: Silent Knight / Honeywell Attn: Repair Department 7550 Meridian Circle N., Suite 100 Maple Grove, MN 55369-4927...
  • Page 201 Limited Warranty SILENT KNIGHT warrants products manufactured by it to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for eighteen (18) months from the date of manufacture, under normal use and service. Products are date stamped at time of manufacture. The sole and exclusive obligation of SILENT KNIGHT is to repair or replace, at its option, free of charge for parts and labor, any part that is defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service.
  • Page 203 Model IFP-50 Basic Operating Instructions These Instructions must be framed and displayed next to the IFP-50 panel in accordance with NFPA 72 fire code for Local Protected Fire Alarm Systems. Test the system in accordance to NFPA 72. Refer to Installation Manual P/N 151302.
  • Page 206 7550 Meridian Circle, Suite 100 Maple Grove, MN 55369-4927 763-493-6455 or 800-328-0103 Fax: 763-493-6475 www.silentknight.com © 2009 Honeywell International Inc.

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