Simplex 4100-0136 Installation Instructions Manual

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Simplex and the Simplex logo are trademarks of Tyco International Ltd. and its affiliates and are used under license.

This publication describes the installation and operation of the Simplex 4100/4120-0136 and

4100-6045 Decoder Module.

The decoder module is field-programmed to recognize the codes of the devices that it will

monitor. It appears as two adjacent MAPNET II channels on the 4100 bus, and reports recognized

codes to the 4100 master controller as if the coded devices were addressable MAPNET II

MBZAM devices. A maximum of five decoder modules are allowed, providing that the system

point capacity is not exceeded.

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Field Wiring Diagram for 4100 Power Limited (841-731) or,

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Field Wiring Diagram for 4100 Non Power Limited (841-995)

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4100ES Fire Alarm System Installation Guide (574-848)

This publication discusses the following topics:

Cautions and Warnings

Introduction to the Decoder Module

How the Decoder Works

Configuring the Module

Installing the Decoder Assembly into Back Boxes

Wiring Guidelines

Field Wiring

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Device Programming

LCD Messages

4100/4120-0136 and 4100-6045

Fire Alarm Controls Decoder Module

Installation Instructions

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574-037

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Page 1 © 2005 - 2011 SimplexGrinnell LP. All rights reserved. 574-037 Specifications and other information shown were current as of publication and are subject to change without notice. Simplex and the Simplex logo are trademarks of Tyco International Ltd. and its affiliates and are used under license. Rev. C...
Page 2 - Disconnect electrical field power when making any internal adjust- ELECTRICAL HAZARD ments or repairs. All repairs should be performed by a representative or authorized agent of your local Simplex product supplier. - Static electricity can damage components. Handle as follows: STATIC HAZARD •...
Page 3 Introduction to the Decoder Module Overview The decoder module is a 4100-family slave card. It uses six inches of mounting space, and requires a connection to the 4100 POWER and COMM buses, either by harness from an adjacent bay, or from the P1 edge connector and an adjacent card on the bus. Figure 1, below, is an illustration of the decoder module.
Page 4 Introduction to the Decoder Module, Continued Terminal Blocks TB1 and TB2 = Connection to coded stations or relay contacts. TB3 = Power and RUI Connections TB3-1 = RUI+ TB3-2 = RUI- TB3-3 = RUI+ TB3-4 = RUI- TB3-5 = +24 V TB 3-6 = +24 V TB3-7...
Page 5 How the Decoder Works Decoding Coded Many types of coded initiating devices can be encountered in retrofit applications. These devices Initiating Devices include electromechanical code wheel-type pull stations and flow switches, through microprocessor-controlled electronic devices. Since the operation of the newer microprocessor-controlled coded devices is usually intended to mimic the operation of the earlier-generation devices, decoding rules can be defined that will allow the decoder to dynamically interpret incoming codes from such devices as well.
Page 6 How the Decoder Works, Continued Coder Timing and The decoder determines valid timing for a received code based on a minimum pulse duration, and Rules uses a series of rules to differentiate between the various code elements. These rules are briefly listed in the following paragraphs.
Page 7 How the Decoder Works, Continued Coder Timing and One complete round of a code is shown in Figure 1. The various parts of the code are labeled, and Rules the code is identified as 2-3-2. Figure 2. ON/OFF Pulse Train Code Round Leading Edge There is a second type of pulse train that is prevalent with coded initiating devices that does not Detection...
Page 8 How the Decoder Works, Continued Decoder The hardware interface for programming the decoder consists of a 2-line by 16-character LCD, Programming 6 push-button switches, and a 2-position slide switch. One slide switch position is used for Interface “Program” mode; the other position is used for “Normal” mode. The labels and functions of the six push-button switches are: LEFT Move cursor left...
Page 9 How the Decoder Works, Continued Decoding the Coder In Method Two, the decoder acts as the “monitor zone” for the loop. A critical limit with this Loops method is that the line resistance from the “plus” loop output to the “return” must not exceed 800 Ohms through any alarm contact on the loop.
Page 10 Configuring the Module Overview This section describes how to configure the decoder module using the various DIP switches and on-board jumpers. Programming SW1 – Program/Normal Switch Switches • Up = Program mode (allows codes of the stations connected to the decoder to be entered). While in this mode, alarm reporting is disabled, and a “MAPNET Communications Failure”...
Page 11 Configuring the Module, Continued Setting the Device Address and Baud The decoder takes two addresses on the 4100 bus. The first address is set with the decoder’s 8-bit Rate base address DIP switch, SW8. The second address is automatically set one higher than the first address.
Page 12 Configuring the Module, Continued Setting the Device Address and Baud Table 4. Card Address Switch Settings Rate Address SW 2-2 SW 2-3 SW 2-4 SW 2-5 SW 2-6 SW 2-7 SW 2-8 Address SW 2-2 SW 2-3 SW 2-4 SW 2-5 SW 2-6 SW 2-7 SW 2-8...
Page 13 Configuring the Module, Continued Setting the Communications The decoder communicates with the panel via either the internal 4100 COMM Bus or RUI 2-wire Type communications. The communications method is selected by DIP switch SW9, as shown in Table 5. Table 5. Communications Select Switch SW9 Configurations DIP Switch Position RUI COMM 4100 COMM Bus...
Page 14 Installing the Decoder Assembly into Back Boxes Overview The decoder is a 4100-family “slave” card. It uses six inches of mounting space, and requires connection to the 4100 POWER and COMM buses, either by harness from an adjacent bay, or from the “P1”...
Page 15 Wiring Guidelines Overview This section contains guidelines for decoder field wiring. General Guidelines Make sure these guidelines are accounted for before wiring: • All wires must be between 12 and 18 AWG, or as the local code dictates. For one decoder, the maximum RUI wiring distance is 2,500 feet for 12 and 14 AWG, and 1,200 feet for 18 AWG.
Page 16 Wiring Guidelines, Continued • General Guidelines Contacts must be dry (no external voltage present) and suitable for use at 28.5 VDC, 8.8 mA supervisory, and at 75 mA when shorted across the initiating circuit. • While only three devices are shown in the reference diagrams (Figure 7), the maximum number allowed is determined by circuit resistance and decoding requirements.
Page 17 Wiring Guidelines, Continued Power-Limited Make sure these guidelines are accounted for before wiring for power-limited systems: Guidelines • Non-power limited field wiring (AC power, batteries, City connection) must be installed and routed in the shaded areas shown in Figure 8. •...
Page 18 Wiring Guidelines, Continued • Power Limited Auxiliary power only: In order to connect a circuit using power-limited wiring, the devices Guidelines being powered must all be addressable, or a UL Listed EOL relay must be used to supervise the circuit. Refer to Figure 9 for wiring directions for the EOL relay (the 2098-9739 Relay is used as an example.
Page 19 Field Wiring Overview Refer to the instructions in this section to connect the decoder module to field wiring for RUI and system devices. RUI Style 4 (Class B) Before wiring, review the following guidelines: • For one decoder, the maximum RUI wiring distance is 2,500 feet for 12 and 14 AWG, and 1,200 feet for 18 AWG.
Page 20 Field Wiring, Continued RUI Style 6 (Class A) Before wiring, review the following guidelines: • For one decoder, the maximum RUI wiring distance is 2,500 feet for 12 and 14 AWG, and 1,200 feet for 18 AWG. • RUI communications lines must be 18 AWG, twisted shielded pairs with a maximum length of 2,500 feet.
Page 21 Field Wiring, Continued Style B (Class B) Before wiring, review the following guidelines: with Coded Station/Contact • Supervised circuit: 28.5 VDC, 8.6 mA. Wiring to Decoder • Maximum current: 75 mA (shorted) at 28.5 VDC. • Do not connect any other devices to loops. Connect coded devices or contacts only, to decoder loops.
Page 22 Labels Overview The 4100 Programming Unit is used to program the coder devices so they are seen by the 4100 panel as Style B Monitor ZAM (MBZAM) points of any type (Alarm, Waterflow, and so on). The Programming Unit is used to enter any desired custom labels for these points. It is recommended that the custom label reflect each device’s code and/or physical location, as this custom label will be displayed on the operator Interface Panel LCD should an Alarm or Trouble Condition occur.
Page 23 Device Programming Overview The decoder appears exactly like two 4100 MAPNET II cards to a 4100 Master Controller. The decoder scans its eight loop inputs for alarm or trouble conditions and reports all status changes as appropriate (e.g., an open loop is reported as if the condition were an open MAPNET II line). Note: Programming of the decoder module is performed at the PCB level and should be accomplished using standard ESD precautions.
Page 24 Device Programming, Continued Programming the 1. Place switch SW1 in the <PROG> position (see Figure 1 for the location of SW1 if Decoder necessary). The decoder LCD displays the code for the first device on the decoder’s first MAPNET II channel. CHNL A DEV 001 CODE 12-07-01 2.
Page 25 Device Programming, Continued Programming the 5. Select the desired device address. Decoder Use the <RIGHT> key to move the cursor beneath the right-most digit of the device address. Press either the <INC> or <DEC> key to select the desired address. For this example, the device address is 125, as shown below.
Page 26 Device Programming, Continued Other Programming At any time during programming, you can access the Data Clear function by pressing the Tips <MODE> key. If you press the <ENTER> key in response to the “Clear All Codes” screen, you effectively start over. You do get a second chance, however. If you press the <ENTER> key, a second message on the LCD display asks you to “VERIFY CLEAR ALL CODES”.
Page 27 Device Programming, Continued Other Programming When all codes have been entered, return the unit to normal operation using the PROG/NORM Tips switch, SW1. When you place switch SW1 in the NORM position, the decoder responds with the message shown below. SAVE CHANGES Y/N Note that the cursor is below the “Y”.
Page 28 LCD Messages Decoding a Code The decoder software will translate a received code to the appropriate MAPNET II device address, and report the device state to the 4100 Master Controller. If two rounds of a code are received, and that code is not stored in memory (not a programmed code), an alarm is indicated for Channel A, Device 126.
Page 29 LCD Messages, Continued 4100 Operator The front panel operations relating to coded devices reported by the decoder module will be the Interface Panel same as with MBZAM devices with few exceptions. Sample 4100 LCD displays for the Alarm, Operation Trouble, and Disable states of a coded station are shown below. CUSTOM LABEL (40 CHARACTER MAXIMUM) FIRE MONITOR ZONE...
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This manual is also suitable for:

4120-0136 4100-6045