Fire Alarm System Limitations While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance! typically made up of smoke detec- An automatic fire alarm system— bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent explosions (caused by escap- tors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning devices, ing gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
Manual page number • Your comment Send email messages to: FireSystems.TechPubs@honeywell.com Please note this email address is for documentation feedback only. If you have any technical issues, please contact Technical Services. NION-TFX Installation & Operation Manual - P/N: 52341:Rev: C3 12/7/9...
Section 1 About this NION 1.1 Agency Listings NOTE: ® UL 864, 9th Edition—ONYXWorks systems work with products that have been UL 864, 9th Edition listed as well as products that have not received UL 864, 9th Edition certification. Operation of systems that are comprised of equipment that is UL 864, 9th Edition listed together with products that are not UL 864, 9th Edition listed requires the approval of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
Environmental Requirements About this NION Canada • CSA C22.1—Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations WARNING: Installation Improper installation, maintenance, and lack of routine testing could result in system malfunction. 1.2 Environmental Requirements This product must be installed in the following environmental conditions: •...
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About this NION Related Documentation NION-TFX Installation & Operation Manual - P/N: 52341:Rev: C3 12/7/9...
Section 2 Descriptions and Installation 2.1 NION-TFX Description ® This NION-TFX is a plug-in feature of a ONYXWorks Workstation software application. The plug-in allows a Workstation to display events and other data originating from a Minerva TFX panel. The events and data are defined as transparent (no action required) or apparent (action required) type communications between the Workstation, the NION’s associated panel, and the panel’s monitored points.
Descriptions and Installation NION-NPB Motherboard Descriptions • Status, power, and diagnostic LEDs. • Transformer coupled network connection using SMX style plug-in network transceiver modules. • Transient protection to 2400V on all terminals. • Standard wall mount enclosure (NISCAB-1 or CHS-4L with CAB-3/4 series enclosure). 2.2.2 NION-NPB Motherboard Layout This NION uses a NION-NPB motherboard and the component relevant to procedures in the manual are shown in the following figure.
NISCAB-1 NION Enclosure Installation Descriptions and Installation 2.2.3 NION-NPB Diagnostic LEDs Table 2.1 NION-NPB LED Descriptions NION-NPB LEDs are used to diagnose operations. SERVICE NTWK STATUS NTWK PKT SERIAL 2 SERIAL 1 NION STATUS Description SERVICE Indicates binding status of node on Echelon network: •...
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Descriptions and Installation NISCAB-1 NION Enclosure Installation Step 3. Mount the enclosure to the wall. Refer to the enclosure mounting hole layout in the following figure. 0.25 0.87 0.50 0.50 Mounting Studs with 7.75 Standoffs attached 12.0 Figure 2.2 NISCAB-1 Mounting Hole Layout WARNING: CAB-3/4 Series Cabinets When using a chassis in conjunction with a CAB-3/4 series cabinet, DO NOT use the CHS-4 chassis.
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NISCAB-1 NION Enclosure Installation Descriptions and Installation Mount the NION-NPB Motherboard Inside the Enclosure When installing a single NION board in this enclosure, be sure to use the in cabinet set of four mounting studs with standoff studs as shown below. NISCAB-1 NION Motherboard...
Descriptions and Installation NION Hardware Connections 2.4 NION Hardware Connections NOTE: It is recommended that the installer conform to local code requirements when installing ® all wiring. All power connections must be non-resettable. Refer to the current NOTIFIER catalog for specific part numbers and ordering information for each NION. This NION requires these physical connections: ®...
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NION Hardware Connections Descriptions and Installation FTXC Network Transceiver The FTXC transceiver allows up to 8,000 feet (2438.4 m) per segment in a point-to-point configuration, up to 6,000 feet (1828.8 m) per segment in a dedicated bus configuration, or up to 1,500 feet (457.2 m) per segment in a star configuration.
Descriptions and Installation NION Power and Serial Data Connections 2.5 NION Power and Serial Data Connections +24VDC Power supply Power Input Gnd +24VDC (TB5) TB1 - 5-wire Serial Interface A NION-NPB Thorn supplied DB9 cable connected to printer port on Minerva panel Figure 2.6 NION-TFX Wiring Diagram 2.5.1 Power Connection...
NION Power and Serial Data Connections Descriptions and Installation WARNING: NION Power Wiring Panel power connectors that are used to provide power for a NION must be made to the panel’s non-resettable connector. 2.5.2 Serial Data Connection Connection is shown in Figure 2.6.
Descriptions and Installation Software Replacement/Upgrade Information 2.6 Software Replacement/Upgrade Information Follow this procedure and its precautions to replace or upgrade software chip-sets on the NION- NPB motherboard. When removing chips, a PLCC extractor (chip puller) should always be used. Never use screwdrivers or any devices that is not designed for the removal of socketed chips. WARNING: Power Always remove power from any NION before making any changes to switch settings, when removing or installing;...
Manufacturer Warranties and Limitation of Liability Manufacturer Warranties. Subject to the limitations set forth herein, Manufacturer warrants that the Products manufactured by it in its Northford, Connecticut facility and sold by it to its authorized Distributors shall be free, under normal use and service, from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty six months (36) months from the date of manufacture (effective Jan.
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