Page 1 Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel FireWarden-50 FireWarden-50E FireWarden-50C Manual Document 52911 11/20/2015 Rev: P/N 52911:J ECN 15-642...
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Page 3: Installation Precautions
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Page 4: Software Downloads
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1: Product Description ..................... 12 1.1: Features and Options ...........................12 1.2: Specifications...............................14 1.3: Controls and Indicators..........................15 1.4: Circuits.................................16 1.5: Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter ....................17 1.6: Components ..............................17 1.6.1: Intelligent Addressable Detectors......................18 1.6.2: Intelligent Addressable Modules .......................18 1.6.3: Device Accessories..........................18 1.7: Optional Modules and Accessories ......................18 1.8: Getting Started .............................21 1.9: Telephone Requirements and Warnings.......................21...
Page 6 Table of Contents 2.9.6: N-ANN-LED Annunciator Module ....................48 Specifications............................49 Mounting and Installation........................49 N-ANN-LED Board Layout and Connection to FACP................50 2.9.7: N-ANN-RLY Relay Module ......................50 Specifications............................50 Mounting and Installation........................51 N-ANN-RLY Board Layout and Connection to FACP................52 Section 3: Programming ......................53 3.1: Programming Data Entry ..........................53 3.2: User Programming ............................54 3.3: Initial Power-up............................55...
Page 7 Table of Contents 3.7.4: Walktest ............................118 3.7.5: System .............................119 3.7.6: Zone Setup............................120 Section 4: Operating Instructions ..................121 4.1: Panel Control Buttons..........................121 4.1.1: Acknowledge/Step...........................121 4.1.2: Alarm Silence ..........................121 4.1.3: Drill/Hold 2 Sec..........................121 4.1.4: Reset ..............................121 4.2: Status Indicators and LEDs........................121 4.3: Normal Operation ............................122 4.4: Trouble Operation............................123 4.5: Alarm Operation ............................124...
Page 8 Table of Contents 6.3: Security Features............................145 Section 7: Power Supply Calculations ................147 7.1: Overview..............................147 7.2: Calculating the AC Branch Circuit ......................147 7.3: Calculating the System Current Draw .......................148 7.3.1: Overview............................148 7.3.2: How to Use Table 7.3 to Calculate System Current Draw ..............148 7.4: Calculating the Battery Size........................149 7.4.1: NFPA Battery Requirements ......................150 7.4.2: Selecting and Locating Batteries .....................150...
Page 9 It is imperative that the installer understand the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and be familiar with the standards set forth by the following regulatory agencies: • Underwriters Laboratories/Underwriters Laboratories Canada • National Fire Protection Association Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents. NFPA Standards NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 70 National Electrical Code...
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Page 11 Peripheral Devices N-ANN-(R)LED N-ANN-RLY LED Display 10 Form-C Relay Card Doc. #53317 Doc. #53318 N-ANN-I/O N-ANN-80(C) LED Driver N-ANN-S/PG LCD Text Annunciator/Indicator Doc. #151243 Printer Driver Doc. #52986 Doc. #151424 ANN-BUS IPDACT PH1 & PH2 Internet Protocol Communicator Telephone Doc. #53109 FROM AP PHONE PSTN...
Page 12: Section 1: Product Description
Section 1: Product Description The NFW-50 (Notifier FireWarden-50) is a combination FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) and DACT (Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter) all on one circuit board. This compact, intelli- gent addressable control panel has an extensive list of powerful features. The combination of Noti- fier’s addressable devices, along with the NFW-50 FACP, offer the latest in fire protection...
Page 13 Features and Options Product Description • Touchtone/Rotary dialing • EIA-232 PC interface for local upload/download • 80-character LCD display (backlit) • Real-time clock/calendar with daylight savings time control • History file with 500 event capacity • Advanced fire technology features: Automatic drift compensation ...
Page 14: Specifications
Product Description Specifications 1.2 Specifications Refer to Illustration on page 10 for terminal locations and connections. For wire specifications, refer to “Wire Requirements” on page 165. AC Power - Transformer Connection NFW-50: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.0 amps NFW-50E: 240 VAC, 50 Hz, 1.5 amps Wire size: minimum 14 AWG (2.00 mm ) with 600 V insulation Nonpower-limited, supervised...
Page 15: Controls And Indicators
Controls and Indicators Product Description Special Application Primary ANN-BUS Power - TB3 Nominal Operating Voltage: 24 VDC Maximum Current (Terminals 1 & 2): 500 mA Power-limited, supervised Special Application Secondary ANN-BUS Power - ANN-SEC - TB1 Nominal Operating Voltage: 24 VDC Maximum Current (Terminals 1 &...
Page 16: Service/Program Keys
Product Description Circuits • AC Power (green) • Fire Alarm (red) • Supervisory (yellow) • Trouble (yellow) • Alarm Silenced signals (yellow) Key Panel Mounted on the main circuit board, the key panel includes a window for the LCD display and LED indicators as listed above.
Page 17: Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter
Digital Alarm Communicator/Transmitter Product Description Relays One fixed and two fully programmable Form-C dry contact relays are provided. The fixed fail-safe relay monitors system trouble and the two programmable relays are factory default programmed for system alarm and system supervisory. Contacts are rated 2.0 amps @ 30 VDC (resistive) and 0.5 amps @ 30 VAC (resistive).
Page 18: 1: Intelligent Addressable Detectors
Product Description Optional Modules and Accessories Cabinet The NFW-50 backbox provides space for two batteries (up to 18 Amp Hour). Ample knockouts are provided for system wiring. Also available is an optional dress panel, which mounts to the inside of the cabinet (required by ULC for Canadian installations).
Page 19: Battery Box
Optional Modules and Accessories Product Description 4XTM Transmitter Module The 4XTM provides a supervised output for local energy municipal box transmitter, alarm and trouble reverse polarity. It includes a disable switch and disable trouble LED. A jumper on the module is used to select an option which allows the reverse polarity circuit to open with a system trouble condition if no alarm condition exists.
Page 20: Battery Chargers
Product Description Optional Modules and Accessories Important: Remote modification of FACP programming requires that the panel be enabled for remote download (refer to “Remote Download” on page 144). Remote interrogation of panel pro- gramming, history logs, detector status, etc., is possible without enabling the remote download option.
Page 21: Getting Started
Getting Started Product Description 1.8 Getting Started The following is a brief summary of the minimal steps involved in bringing an NFW-50 on-line: • Install Backbox and Main Circuit Board (refer to “Mounting the Backbox” on page 24). • Address and Install Intelligent Devices (refer to the SLC Wiring Manual). •...
Page 22: 3: Telephone Company Rights And Warnings
Product Description Telephone Requirements and Warnings instructions, consult the telephone company or a qualified installer about installing the RJ31X jack and alarm dialing equipment. Refer to“Digital Communicator” on page 31 for an illustration of the proper installation of this equipment. Important! The DACT must not be used to dial a phone number that is call-forwarded.
Page 23 Telephone Requirements and Warnings Product Description “The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. the termi- nation of an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the REN of all devices does not exceed 5.”...
Page 24: Section 2: Installation
Section 2: Installation The cabinet may be either semi-flush or surface mounted. The cabinet mounts using two key slots and two 0.250” (6.35 mm) diameter holes located in the backbox. The key slots are located at the top of the backbox and the two securing holes at the bottom. Carefully unpack the system and check for shipping damage.
Page 25: Mounting The Chassis/Transformer/Main Circuit Board
Mounting the Chassis/Transformer/Main Circuit Board Installation 2.2 Mounting the Chassis/Transformer/Main Circuit Board One transformer is supplied standard with the control panel. Install the transformer and chassis in the location indicated in the following illustration. When the location is dry and free of construction dust, install the chassis/transformer/circuit board assembly.
Page 26 Installation Mounting the Chassis/Transformer/Main Circuit Board Semi-Flush Mounting Do not recess box more Hinge Slot for than 3.875” into wall to optional Dress Panel avoid covering venting holes on top of box. Mounting slots for optional Trim Ring Semi-Flush mounting hole Hinge Slot for optional Dress Panel Figure 2.3 FACP Cabinet Mounting...
Page 27: Power
Power Installation Depth Depth = Door Backbox Door Backbox Left Side Right Side Bottom Figure 2.4 FACP Cabinet Dimensions 2.3 Power WARNING: RISK OF DAMAGE AND ELECTRICAL SHOCK SEVERAL DIFFERENT SOURCES OF POWER CAN BE CONNECTED TO THIS PANEL. DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER BEFORE SERVICING. THE PANEL AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT MAY BE DAMAGED BY REMOVING AND/OR INSERTING CARDS, MODULES OR INTERCONNECTING CABLES WHILE THIS UNIT IS ENERGIZED.
Page 28: 2: Battery Power
Installation Power with 600 volt insulation rating. Make certain that the AC main circuit breaker is off before wiring any connections between the mains and the control panel. Connect wiring from the AC mains to the Transformer on the FACP, being careful to observe proper connections. Connect the AC ground wire to the Ground Stud located in the left side of the backbox.
Page 29: Relays
Relays Installation 2.4 Relays The FACP provides two programmable Form-C relays and one fixed fail-safe Form-C trouble relay, all with contacts rated for 2.0 amps @ 30 VDC (resistive) or 0.5 amps @ 30 VAC (resistive). Note that relay connections must be nonpower-limited. Refer to UL Power-limited wiring require- ments.
Page 30: 1: Configuring Nacs
Installation Notification Appliance Circuits 2.5.1 Configuring NACs The Notification Appliance Circuits are configured for Style Y (Class B) or Style Z (Class A) by properly wiring the NAC devices to TB1 on the main circuit board as illustrated below. Style Y (Class B) Notification Appliance Circuits, supervised and power-limited - NAC 1 Style Z (Class A) Notification Appliance...
Page 31: Ul Power-Limited Wiring Requirements
UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements Installation 2.6 UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements Power-limited and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the cabinet. All power-limited circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25” (6.35 mm) away from any nonpower-lim- ited circuit wiring and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through dif- ferent knockouts and/or conduits.
Page 32 Installation Digital Communicator Important! The DACT must not be used to dial a phone number that is call-forwarded per require- ments of UL 864 9th Edition. Customer Premises Equipment and Wiring Network Computer Service RJ31X Jack Provider’s Unused Facilities RJ-11 Jack NFW-50 Telephone Line...
Page 33: Optional Modules/Accessories Installation
Optional Modules/Accessories Installation Installation 2.8 Optional Modules/Accessories Installation WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER (AC AND DC) BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING ANY MODULES OR WIRING. 2.8.1 4XTM Transmitter Module Installation The 4XTM provides a supervised output for a local energy municipal box transmitter in addition to alarm and trouble reverse polarity.
Page 34 Installation Optional Modules/Accessories Installation Before installing the module, place the disconnect switch to the right (disconnect) position to pre- vent accidental activation of the municipal box. Note that a Disconnect LED will illuminate after the module is installed in the NFW-50. In addition, the System Trouble LED will turn on to indi- cate the Disconnect condition.
Page 35: 2: Ann-Sec Option Card
Optional Modules/Accessories Installation Installation Test system for proper operation. Standoff Standoff Jumper JP2 Jumper JP28 J8 & J9 Connectors 4XTM NFW-50 Figure 2.11 4XTM Connectors to NFW-50 Connectors NOTE: Jumper JP2 on the FACP main circuit board can be used to configure the FACP supervisory relay for operation with the 4XTM module.
Page 36: Ann-Bus Devices
Installation ANN-BUS Devices Secure the ANN-SEC to the circuit board with the supplied screw. standoff and screw ANN-SEC connector to J13 on main circuit board FACP Circuit Board Figure 2.12 Installing the ANN-SEC Option Card 2.9 ANN-BUS Devices WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DISCONNECT ALL SOURCES OF POWER (AC AND DC) BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING ANY MODULES OR WIRING.
Page 37: Calculating Wiring Distance For Ann-Bus Modules
ANN-BUS Devices Installation Calculating Wiring Distance for ANN-BUS Modules The following instructions will guide the installer in determining the type of wire and the maximum wiring distance that can be used with FACP ANN-BUS accessory modules. To calculate the wire gauge that must be used to connect ANN-BUS modules to the FACP, it is nec- essary to calculate the total worst case current draw for all modules on a single 4-conductor bus.
Page 38: Wiring Distance Calculation Example
Installation ANN-BUS Devices 16.2 4.02 2.54 Exception: When using the N-ANN-RLY module, the installer must ensure that the maximum 24VDC power line drop does not exceed 0.3 volts. This results in the following wiring limitations: Wire Gauge Maximum Wire Length 312 feet 497 feet 787 feet...
Page 39: Wiring Configuration
ANN-BUS Devices Installation Wiring Configuration Figure 2.13 illustrates the wiring between the FACP and ANN-BUS devices. ANN-BUS and power wiring are supervised and power-limited ANN-BUS Device Primary ANN-BUS NFW-50 Figure 2.13 FACP wiring to ANN-BUS Device Powering ANN-BUS Devices from Auxiliary Power Supply Figure 2.14 illustrates the powering of ANN-BUS devices from an auxiliary power supply such as the FCPS-24S6/8, when the maximum number of ANN-BUS devices exceeds the ANN-BUS power requirements.
Page 40: 2: Ann-Bus Device Addressing
Installation ANN-BUS Devices 2.9.2 ANN-BUS Device Addressing Each ANN-BUS device requires a unique address (ID Number) in order to communicate with the FACP. A 5-position DIP switch on each device is used to set this address. The address set for these devices must also be programmed at the FACP for the specific device (refer to the programming section titled “ANN-BUS”...
Page 41: Opening/Closing Annunciator
ANN-BUS Devices Installation Opening/Closing Annunciator The following procedure details the steps used to open the annunciator in order to access the termi- nal block and DIP switches (refer to figure below): Turn the key switch to the ON (Unlocked) position by turning the key counter-clockwise Push in the snap latch located on the right side of the unit while pulling the cover open To close the cover, make certain the key switch is in the ON (Unlocked) position.
Page 42 Installation ANN-BUS Devices Route wires from hole in backplate, through wiring channel and then to N-ANN-80 terminal block TB1. wiring channel wires Remove appropriate amount of wire insulation. Connect the wiring from the FACP ANN-BUS to annunciator TB1 terminals 3 (A) & 4 (B). Make certain to connect A to A and B to B.
Page 43: 4: N-Ann-S/Pg Serial/Parallel Interface Module
ANN-BUS Devices Installation The following table shows the N-ANN-80 connections to the NFW-50. NFW-50 (TB3) N-ANN-80 (TB1) Terminal 1 GND (-) Terminal 1 (-) Terminal 2 PWR (+) Terminal 2 (+) Terminal 3 A (ANN-BUS) Terminal 3 (A) Terminal 4 B (ANN-BUS) Terminal 4 (B) Programming Following installation and wiring of the N-ANN-80 LCD annunciator to the FACP, the annunciator...
Page 44: Specifications
Installation ANN-BUS Devices Specifications • Operating Voltage: 24 VDC • Current (Alarm and Standby): 45 mA • Ambient Temperature: 32 F to 120 F (0 C to 49 • Max. Wiring Distance from FACP: 6,000 ft. (1,800 m) • Mounting: Surface •...
Page 45: Printer Installation
ANN-BUS Devices Installation PRN-6 Printer Installation When connected to the FACP via the N-ANN-S/PG module, the PRN prints the status changes within the control panel and time-stamps the printout with the time of day and date that the event occurred. It provides 80 columns of data on standard 9” x 11” tractor-feed paper. This section con- tains information on connecting a printer to the control panel and setting the printer options.
Page 46: N-Ann-I/O Board Layout
Installation ANN-BUS Devices N-ANN-I/O Board Layout Figure 2.17 illustrates the N-ANN-I/O board showing locations of screw terminals for connection to the FACP, pin connectors for connecting LEDs and the DIP switch for selecting the ANN-BUS ID number. Terminals not used (future) ANN-BUS (ID#) Address DIP switch...
Page 47: N-Ann-I/O Connection To Facp
ANN-BUS Devices Installation N-ANN-I/O Connection to FACP The N-ANN-I/O connects to the FACP via the ANN-BUS as illustrated in Figure 2.18. After the N- ANN-I/O is connected to the panel, it must be added to the system via FACP programming. Refer to the section titled “Modules Installed”...
Page 48: 6: N-Ann-Led Annunciator Module
Installation ANN-BUS Devices The LEDs are wired as illustrated in Figure 2.19. Note that the illustration depicts only connectors P1 and P2. Wiring is identical for P3 (LEDs 21-30) and P4 (LEDs 31-40). Figure 2.19 N-ANN-I/O LED Wiring 2.9.6 N-ANN-LED Annunciator Module The N-ANN-LED and N-ANN-RLED annunciator modules provide LED annunciation of general system faults and input zones/points when used with a compatible FACP.
Page 49: Specifications
ANN-BUS Devices Installation zones or addressable points. The N-ANN-RLED provides alarm (red) indication for up to 30 input zones or addressable points. Multiple N-ANN-(R)LED modules may be used for full system cov- erage. Figure 2.20 N-ANN-LEDs (shown in possible stacked configuration) Specifications •...
Page 50: N-Ann-Led Board Layout And Connection To Facp
Installation ANN-BUS Devices N-ANN-LED Board Layout and Connection to FACP Figure 2.22 illustrates the N-ANN-LED board showing locations of screw terminals for connection to the FACP and the DIP switches for selecting the ANN-BUS ID number. ANN-BUS (ID#) Address DIP switch Ground wire from mounting screw to FACP Earth Ground stud is required for some Canadian applications.
Page 51: Mounting And Installation
ANN-BUS Devices Installation Mounting and Installation The N-ANN-RLY relay module can be mounted inside the FACP main circuit board chassis or inside the ROME Series enclosure. Refer to the N-ANN-RLY Installation Document #53318 for instructions on chassis mounting or to the ROME Series Installation Document #53530 for mount- ing in the separate backbox.
Page 52: N-Ann-Rly Board Layout And Connection To Facp
Installation ANN-BUS Devices N-ANN-RLY Board Layout and Connection to FACP Figure 2.24 illustrates the N-ANN-RLY board showing locations of screw terminals for connection to the FACP and the DIP switches for selecting the ANN-BUS ID number. ANN-BUS (ID#) Address DIP switch N-ANN-RLY ANN-BUS and power wiring are +24 VDC...
Page 53: Section 3: Programming
Section 3: Programming NOTICE TO USERS, INSTALLERS, AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION AND OTHER INVOLVED PARTIES This product incorporates field-programmable software. In order for the product to comply with the requirements in the Standard for Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864, certain programming features or options must be limited to specific values or not used at all as indicated below: Program feature Permitted in...
Page 54: User Programming
Programming User Programming 3.2 User Programming The NFW-50 is completely field programmable and requires no special software skills. While pro- gramming the NFW-50, the fire protection capabilities of the control panel are enabled. Site-specific programming may be accomplished in three ways: •...
Page 55: Initial Power-Up
Initial Power-up Programming • User Maintenance Program Level 2 is used by a qualified operator to access features such as Disable/Enable, View and Clear History, Walktest and System Time Change. 3.3 Initial Power-up The following sections describe the initial programming procedures for a new system. The same procedures are used to modify programming in an existing system.
Page 56: Master Programming Level
Programming Master Programming Level To enter the user Programming mode, press 2. The display will read as follows: PROGRAMMING ENTER PASSWORD ✱✱✱✱✱ Entering the Master level password (default 00000) will cause the following screen to appear: PROGRAMMING 1=AUTOPROGRAM 2=POINT PROGRAM 3=ZONE SETUP If the Maintenance level password (default 11111) is entered, the following screen will appear: PROGRAMMING...
Page 57: 2=Point Program
Master Programming Level Programming When Autoprogram is selected, the control panel will begin autoprogramming the system by com- municating with each addressable device installed on the SLC loop. While autoprogramming, the panel will display the following: AUTOPROGRAM AUTOPROGRAMMING! PLEASE WAIT Autoprogram Progress Screen When Autoprogramming is completed, the control panel will display the type and quantity of each device installed on the SLC loop similar to the following display:...
Page 58 Programming Master Programming Level When the last digit is keyed-in, the following screen will be displayed: DETECTOR TYPE 1=SMOKE(PHOTO) 2=USER-DEFINED-1 3=SMOKE(ION) Press the down arrow key to view additional choices. Press the number corresponding to the desired selection to program that type to the newly added detector. When the type has been selected, the following screen will be displayed: ADD DETECTOR DETECTOR#...
Page 59: Enable/Disable Detector
Master Programming Level Programming If the selected address has been added to programming, device summary screens will be displayed. These screens allow the programmer to view all device settings at a single glance. Pressing the left or right arrow keys will allow the programmer to rapidly view the devices at the previous or next address (if installed).
Page 60 Programming Master Programming Level Type EDIT DETECTOR 1=ENABLED To select the type of detector being programmed, press the 2 key while viewing the Edit Detector 2=TYPE 3=VERIFICATION Screen #2. This will cause the control panel to display the following Detector Type Screen: Edit Detector Screen #2 DETECTOR TYPE 1=SMOKE(PHOTO)
Page 61 Master Programming Level Programming The PAS (Positive Alarm Sequence) option will program the detector to delay panel activation (including alarm relay and communicator) for a period of 15 seconds plus a programmable time of up to 3 minutes. Zone 17, however, will activate immediately and may be used to connect a signal- ing device to indicate PAS activation (do not use a Notification Appliance Circuit for this purpose).
Page 62 Programming Master Programming Level Zone Assignment EDIT DETECTOR 1=ZONE ASSIGNMENT A maximum of five zones can be programmed to each addressable detector. Pressing 1 while view- 00 ✱✱ ✱✱ ✱✱ ✱✱ ing Edit Detector Screen #4 displays the following screen: Edit Detector Screen #4 ZONE ASSIGNMENT Z00 Z✱✱...
Page 63 Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 2 while viewing the Adjective/Noun Screen will cause the following screen(s) to be dis- played. Note that the keyboard down arrow key must be pressed to see all the Noun screens. Press the number corresponding to the noun that is to be used as a descriptor for the location of the detec- tor currently being programmed.
Page 64: Module Programming
Programming Master Programming Level Recall/Increment Function In addition, the user may use the Recall/Increment function at any time when the cursor is on the first letter of the Description, Adjective or Noun field as follows: • If the zero key is pressed, a 0 is placed in the first letter position. •...
Page 65 Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 1 for Control Module or 2 for Monitor Module will cause the following screen to be dis- played: ADD MODULE MODULE# IS ADDED Add Module Screen #3 The programmer can continue adding modules by pressing the ESC or left arrow key which will return the display to the Add Module Screen #1.
Page 66 Programming Master Programming Level If the selected address has been added to programming and a module (such as a monitor module) with the selected address is physically installed on the SLC and is communicating with the control panel, the following screen will be displayed: NORMAL MONITOR <ADJ><NOUN>...
Page 67 Master Programming Level Programming user-defined types and responses. To select the type of monitor module being programmed, press the 2 key while viewing the Edit Monitor Screen #2. This will cause the control panel to display the first Monitor Type Screen as illustrated below MONITOR TYPE 1=PULL-STATION 2=USER-DEFINED-1...
Page 68 Programming Master Programming Level Drill-Switch Acts like panel Drill Key PAS-Bypass PAS Disable HVAC RESTART Switch Drill-Switch AR Acts like panel Drill Key, nonlatching (tracking) Table 3.1 Monitor Types 1 Conventional 2-wire smoke detectors may be powered using an external power supply with an SLC Control Relay Module programmed for Resettable Power operation.
Page 69 Master Programming Level Programming Adjective/Noun EDIT MONITOR 1=ADJECTIVE/NOUN The Adjective/Noun selection allows the programmer to enter specific descriptors about the moni- 2=DESCRIPTION ✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱✱ tor module currently being programmed. Pressing 1 while viewing Edit Monitor Screen #5 will Edit Monitor Screen #5 cause the following screen to be displayed: 1=STANDARD ADJECTIVE 2=STANDARD NOUN...
Page 70 Programming Master Programming Level Pressing 2 while viewing the Adjective/Noun Screen will cause the following screen(s) to be dis- 1=STANDARD ADJECTIVE 2=STANDARD NOUN played. Note that the keyboard down arrow key must be pressed to see all the Noun screens. Press 3=CUSTOM ADJECTIVE the number corresponding to the noun that is to be used as a descriptor for the location of the mon- 4=CUSTOM NOUN...
Page 71: Recall/Increment Function
Master Programming Level Programming Recall/Increment Function In addition, the user may use the Recall/Increment function at any time when the cursor is on the first letter of the Adjective or Noun field as follows: • If the zero key is pressed, a 0 is placed in the first letter position. •...
Page 72: Enable/Disable Module
Programming Master Programming Level 1M002 - represents the Loop, Device type and Device address (1 = SLC Loop, M=Module,  and 002 = Module Address 02). To change the programming for the displayed module, press the keyboard down arrow key to view the following Edit Control screens: EDIT CONTROL EDIT CONTROL...
Page 73 Master Programming Level Programming Silenceable EDIT CONTROL 1=ENABLED The Silenceable selection allows the programmer to select whether output devices connected to the 2=TYPE 3=SILENCEABLE control module can be silenced, either by pressing the Alarm Silence key or by enabling Autosi- Edit Control Screen #2 lence.
Page 74 Programming Master Programming Level Pressing 1 while viewing the Adjective/Noun Screen will cause the following screen(s) to be dis- 1=STANDARD ADJECTIVE 2=STANDARD NOUN played. Note that the keyboard down arrow key must be pressed to see all the Adjective screens. 3=CUSTOM ADJECTIVE Press the number corresponding to the adjective that is to be used as a descriptor for the location of 4=CUSTOM NOUN...
Page 75 Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 3 or 4 while viewing the Adjective/Noun Screen will display screens similar to the previ- ous Adjective and Noun Screens. The new screens will list Custom Adjectives and Nouns which have been programmed into the control panel using the VFWARDEN-CD programming kit. These descriptors are selected as described in the previous sections.
Page 76: 3=Zone Setup
Programming Master Programming Level 3.6.3 Zone Setup PROGRAMMING Pressing 3 while viewing Programming Screen #2 will access the Zone Setup screens as illustrated 1=AUTOPROGRAM 2=POINT PROGRAM below: 3=ZONE SETUP Programming Screen #2 ZONE SETUP ZONE SETUP ZONE SETUP 1=ENABLE 1=ZONES INSTALLED 1=ZONE TYPES 2=ZONES ENABLED 2=DISABLE...
Page 77: Zones Installed
Master Programming Level Programming Pressing 2 will cause the display to change to Pre-signal 18 On. Each press of the 2 key will cause the display to toggle between Pre-signal 18 On and Pre-signal 18 Off. When Zone 18 is pro- grammed On, a Pre-signal activation of any device will cause Zone 18 to activate.
Page 78: Zones Available
Programming Master Programming Level The Zones Installed screen will show the system zones (default and user programmed) and their associated types. Note that an up and/or down arrow will appear in the upper right corner of the display, indicating that additional screens of zone information exists. Press the up or down arrow keys to view zones Z00 through Z19.
Page 79: 4: Loop Setup
Master Programming Level Programming 3.6.4 Loop Setup Loop Setup allows the programmer to configure the SLC Loop for NFPA Style 4, 6 or 7 wiring and PROGRAMMING 1=LOOP SETUP to select the loop protocol. Pressing 1 while viewing Programming Screen #2 will cause the fol- 2=SYSTEM SETUP 3=VERIFY LOOP lowing screen to be displayed:...
Page 80: Trouble Reminder
Programming Master Programming Level • NACs: This feature allows the programmer to configure the control panel Notification Appliance Circuits for a variety of options, such as circuit type, silenceable/nonsilenceable, autosilence, coding, silence inhibit, zone assignment and enable/disable. • Relays: This option allows programming of two onboard relays for activation by various control panel events, such as alarm, trouble, supervisory, etc.
Page 81: Time-Date
Master Programming Level Programming These screens allow the programmer to enter a two line custom banner. A flashing cursor will appear in the bottom left corner of each display. A maximum of 20 characters (including spaces) can be entered into each screen for a total of two lines with 40 characters. After entering up to 20 characters in the first screen, press Enter to view the second screen.
Page 82: Timers
Programming Master Programming Level Clock Format  The clock can be configured to display 12 hour (AM & PM) or 24 hour (military) time. Pressing 3 while viewing the Time-Date screen will cause the display to toggle between 12HR and 24HR. Select 12HR for 12 hour display or 24HR for 24 hour display.
Page 83 Master Programming Level Programming A flashing cursor is positioned in the lower left corner of the display. Enter a delay time consisting of three digits, such as 005 for five seconds. Upon entering the third digit, the time delay will be stored in the control panel memory and the display will return to the Delay Screen which will indi- cate the new delay time.
Page 84: Ac Loss Delay
Programming Master Programming Level AC Loss Delay  TIMER 1=AC LOSS DELAY The reporting of a loss of AC power to a central station can be delayed by programming the length of the desired delay. The factory default setting is 2 hours. Press 1 while viewing Timer Screen #2 Timer Screen #2 to display the following: AC LOSS DELAY...
Page 85: Auto Silence
Master Programming Level Programming Enabled  Pressing 1 while viewing NAC Screen #1 will cause the display to change to Enabled No. This will prevent the selected main circuit board NAC from activating its devices. Each press of the 1 key NAC # 1=ENABLED will cause the display to toggle between Enabled Yes and Enabled No.
Page 86: Coding (Only For Nacs Not Programmed As Sync Strobe Type)
Programming Master Programming Level To disable the Auto Silence feature, press 1 for No while viewing Auto Silence Screen #1. To enable the Auto Silence feature, press the number corresponding to the time delay which will elapse before Auto Silence activates. This information will be stored in memory and the display will return to NAC Screen #2.
Page 87: Silence Inhibited
Master Programming Level Programming If another alarm point is activated and the countdown timer has stopped counting due to the Acknowledge switch being pressed, the countdown timer will restart and the NACs will respond as outlined in step 2. NACs already in 2nd stage activation will not be affected. Any control modules assigned to special Zone 19 will be activated either by direct mapping of an input device programmed to Zone 19 or if an NAC enters 2nd stage operation.
Page 88: Relays
Programming Master Programming Level To ensure proper strobe and circuit operation, there is also a limit to the number of strobes that can be attached to each circuit. Following is a list of the strobes that have been tested with this FACP and the maximum number that can be connected to each NAC.
Page 89: Canadian Option
Master Programming Level Programming Canadian Option SYSTEM SETUP 1=CANADIAN OPT. OFF Pressing 1 while viewing System Setup Screen #3 will configure the FACP to comply with Cana- 2=WATERFLOW SIL. NO 3=LITE-CONNECT dian requirements. The display will change to Canadian Opt. On. Each press of the 1 key will System Setup Screen #3 cause the display to toggle between Canadian Opt.
Page 90: 7: History
Programming Master Programming Level When Loop verification has been completed, the display will indicate that the system is OK or, if problems have been detected, any device type programming errors. Use the up and down arrow keys to view all detected errors. 3.6.7 History PROGRAMMING The History option allows an authorized user to view or erase events which have occurred in the...
Page 91 Master Programming Level Programming To perform a silent walktest which will not sound the NACs, press 1 while viewing the Walktest Screen. To perform an audible walktest, which will sound the NACs, press 2 while viewing the Walktest Screen. When either option is chosen, the panel will enter Walktest Mode and the follow- ing screen will be displayed: UNIT IN WALKTEST 1=VIEW WALKTEST LOG...
Page 92: 9: Option Modules
Programming Master Programming Level 3.6.9 Option Modules Options available for the NFW-50 include annunciators, printer connection for acquiring hardcopy PROGRAMMING 1=HISTORY printouts of panel data and onboard DACT. 2=WALKTEST 3=OPTION MODULES Pressing 3 while viewing Programming Screen #3 will display the following screen: Programming Screen #3 OPTION MODULES 1=ANN-BUS...
Page 93 Master Programming Level Programming Press the number corresponding to the module type that is installed with the selected address. NOTE: If the module type selected is the ANN-80 or ANN-S/PG or if Not Installed is selected, the ANN-BUS Address Screen shown on the previous page will be displayed following the module selection.
Page 94 Programming Master Programming Level ANN-I/O Zone Option If Zone is selected as the module option, the first ten LED driver outputs on the N-ANN-I/O mod- ule will display the system status information. The remaining 20 LED driver outputs on the mod- ule will display the active/alarm status of each zone.
Page 95 Master Programming Level Programming points that will be annunciated on a particular N-ANN-I/O module depend on the programming options selected as far as the device type (detector or module) to be annunciated. The LED assign- ments for each N-ANN-I/O module will be as follows. N-ANN-I/O Module #1 N-ANN-I/O Module #2 Module LED...
Page 96 Programming Master Programming Level ANN-LED Options Screen Pressing 2 for Module Options while viewing ANN-BUS Address Screen when the ANN-LED PROGRAMMING 1=ANN-RLY OPTIONS option is selected, will display the following screen: 2=ANN-LED OPTIONS ANN-LED ADDR # ANN-LED ADDR # ANN-BUS Screen #3 1=POINT/ZONE ZONE ZONES...
Page 97 Master Programming Level Programming N-ANN-LED Zone Option - Alarm, Trouble and Supervisory If Zone is selected as the module option, and the module is programmed to annunciate alarms, troubles, and supervisories, the first ten LEDs on the first N-ANN-LED module will display the system status information.
Page 98 Programming Master Programming Level Point 01 Point 02 Point 03 Point 04 Point 05 Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Point 06 Point 07 Point 08 Point 09 Point 10 Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Active/Alarm Point 11 Point 12 Point 13 Point 14 Point 15 Active/Alarm...
Page 99: Ann-Rly Options Screen
Master Programming Level Programming Second N-ANN-LED Module (Point Range 11 - 20) Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Point 11 Point 12 Point 13 Point 14 Point 15 Active/Alarm Active/Alarm...
Page 100 Programming Master Programming Level Auto-Configure  The ANN-BUS Auto-Configure features allows the programmer to quickly bring all installed ANN-BUS modules online. The software will search for all ANN-BUS modules and automatically program the device type and address into the system. The ANN-BUS must be enabled for the Auto- Configure feature to work.
Page 101: Options Screen
Master Programming Level Programming ANN-80 Options Screen  Pressing 2 while viewing ANN-BUS screen #2 will display the following screen: ANN-80 OPTIONS ANN-80 OPTIONS 1=PIEZO ENABLE 1=SIL BTN ENABLE 2=LOCK ENABLE 2=RST BTN ENABLE 3=ACK BTN ENABLE 3=DRL BTN ENABLE ANN-80 Options Screen #2 ANN-80 Options Screen #1 The Piezo Enable option allows the programmer to select whether the piezo sounder on any...
Page 102: Onboard Dact
Programming Master Programming Level NOTE: This is the only programming required to use the secondary ANN-BUS. All ANN-BUS devices, regardless of which BUS (primary or secondary) they connect to, are programmed in ANN-BUS/Module Programming. Refer to “Option Modules” on page 92. Onboard DACT OPTION MODULES 1=ANN-BUS...
Page 103 Master Programming Level Programming Press 1 to select Touchtone dialing or 2 to select Rotary dialing. Ring Count ON BOARD DACT 1=RING COUNT The ring count designates the number of rings allowed on the phone line prior to answering an 2=CENTRAL STATION 3=MANUAL DIAL MODE incoming call from a service terminal.
Page 104 Programming Master Programming Level tion are not limited by this feature. No subsequent restoral message is sent to the Central Station(s) for a particular trouble whose call limit has been reached. Local DACT annunciation will still track the particular trouble and restoral. To set the Trouble Call Limit, press 3 while viewing Central Station Screen #1.
Page 105 Master Programming Level Programming The Account Code, which is assigned by a Central Station, depends on the communication format being used. The Account Code screen will have a flashing cursor in the lower left corner. Enter the supplied account code using 0 - 9 and A- F keys. Enter the first digit, then press the right arrow key to move the cursor one position to the right.
Page 106 Programming Master Programming Level The Communication Format is determined by the type of receiver that the DACT is transmitting to. Consult your Central Station for proper selection or consult our factory representatives. For any format chosen, the control panel automatically programs all of the event codes. Select the Communication Format by pressing the corresponding number key while viewing the appropriate Comm Format screen.
Page 107 Master Programming Level Programming 3+1, 4+1 Express, and 4+1 Standard The information shown in Table 3.3 is automatically programmed for the Central Station phone number Event Codes when any of these Formats are selected. Enter 0 for an Event Code Setting to disable the report.
Page 108 Programming Master Programming Level POINT_FAULT POINT_DISABLE AC_FAIL DRILL SLC 1 OPEN FAULT SLC 1 SHORT FAULT GROUND FAULT LOW BATTERY NO_BATTERY TELCO LINE 1 TELCO LINE 2 COMM FAULT 1 COMM FAULT 2 TOTAL COMM FLT PRINTER FAULT NAC 1 FAULT NAC 2 FAULT 27V SYS PWR FAULT NAC 1 DISABLE...
Page 109 Master Programming Level Programming 4+2 Standard, 4+2 Express, 3 + 1, 4 + 1, and 4+2 Expanded Formats The information shown in Table 3.4 is automatically programmed for the Central Station phone number Event Codes when any of these Formats are selected. Enter 00 for an Event Code Setting to disable the report.
Page 110 Programming Master Programming Level MON-USER-DEF-17 POINT_FAULT POINT_DISABLE AC_FAIL DRILL SLC 1 OPEN FAULT SLC 1 SHORT FAULT GROUND FAULT LOW BATTERY NO_BATTERY TELCO LINE 1 TELCO LINE 2 COMM FAULT 1 COMM FAULT 2 TOTAL COMM FLT PRINTER FAULT NAC 1 FAULT NAC 2 FAULT 27V SYS PWR FAULT NAC 1 DISABLE...
Page 111: Ademco Contact Id Format
Master Programming Level Programming Ademco Contact ID Format The information shown in Table 3.5 is automatically programmed for the Central Station phone number Event Codes when Ademco Contact ID Format is selected. Enter 000 for an Event Code Setting to disable the report. Event Code Settings Event Description Zone...
Page 112 Programming Master Programming Level MON-USER-DEF-17 POINT_FAULT Zone Point POINT_DISABLE Zone Point AC_FAIL DRILL SLC 1 OPEN FAULT SLC 1 SHORT FAULT GROUND FAULT LOW BATTERY NO_BATTERY TELCO LINE 1 TELCO LINE 2 COMM FAULT 1 COMM FAULT 2 TOTAL COMM FLT PRINTER FAULT NAC 1 FAULT NAC 2 FAULT...
Page 113 Master Programming Level Programming Report Style CENTRAL STATION 1=PRIMARY Pressing 3 while viewing Central Station Screen #2 will cause the Report Style display to toggle 2=SECONDARY 3=REPORT STYLE POINT between Point and Zone. Setting the Report Style to Point will program the DACT to report indi- Central Station Screen #2 vidual point status to the Central Station.
Page 114: 10: Password Change
Programming Master Programming Level 3.6.10 Password Change The factory set passwords, which have been programmed into the control panel, can be changed by PROGRAMMING 1=PASSWORD CHANGE selecting the Password Change option. Pressing 1 while viewing Programming Screen #4 will 2=CLEAR PROGRAM 3=PROGRAM CHECK cause the following screen to be displayed: Programming Screen #4...
Page 115: 12: Program Check
Maintenance Programming Level Programming 3.6.12 Program Check The Program Check feature allows the programmer to view the zones which have been pro- PROGRAMMING 1=PASSWORD CHANGE grammed to the Notification Appliance Circuits on the control panel but have not been pro- 2=CLEAR PROGRAM 3=PROGRAM CHECK grammed to Initiating Devices as well as other circuits with no input or output correlations.
Page 116: 1: Disable Point
Programming Maintenance Programming Level To enter the Maintenance Programming mode, press 2. The display will read as follows: PROGRAMMING ENTER PASSWORD When the Maintenance level password (default 11111) is entered, the following screen will appear: PROGRAMMING 1=POINT PROGRAM 2=HISTORY 3=PROGRAM CHECK Note that in the preceding screens, an arrow appears to inform the programmer that additional options can be viewed by pressing the keypad down arrow key, as shown in the following screen.
Page 117: 3=Program Check
Maintenance Programming Level Programming The History feature allows the operator to view control panel events which have been stored in a history file in memory and erase the contents of the history file Pressing 1 while viewing the History screen will cause the following screen to be displayed: HISTORY 1=VIEW ALL 2=VIEW ALARMS...
Page 118: 4: Walktest
Programming Maintenance Programming Level able module (control module in this example) with an address of 001 on loop 1 but have not been programmed to any input devices. Use the up and down arrow keys to view all the zones without input assignments.
Page 119: 5: System
Maintenance Programming Level Programming cate if the displayed point has been disabled, if the Walktest option has been disabled for that point or if the point is not yet tested. The total number of untested points can be seen in the upper right corner of the screen.
Page 120: 6: Zone Setup
Programming Maintenance Programming Level 3.7.6 Zone Setup PROGRAMMING Pressing 3 while viewing Maintenance Screen #2 will display the following screen: 1=WALKTEST 2=SYSTEM ZONE SETUP 3=ZONE SETUP 1=ENABLE Maintenance Screen #2 2=DISABLE 3=ZONE 17 18 19 Zone Setup Screen Pressing 1 while viewing Zone Setup screen will display the following screen: ZONE TO ENABLE Enable Screen A flashing cursor appears to the right of the Z.
Page 121: Section 4: Operating Instructions
Section 4: Operating Instructions 4.1 Panel Control Buttons 4.1.1 Acknowledge/Step The first press of the Acknowledge/Step button silences the piezo sounder, changes flashing indica- tors/LEDs to steady and also changes the status field on the LCD display from capital letters to small letters.
Page 122: Normal Operation
Operating Instructions Normal Operation Fire Alarm Fire Alarm indicator flashes red when one or more alarms occur. It illuminates steady when the Acknowledge/Step or Alarm Silence button is pressed. The Fire Alarm indicator turns off when the Reset button is pressed. The indicator will remain off if all alarms have been cleared. Supervisory Supervisory indicator flashes yellow when one or more supervisory conditions occur, such as a sprinkler valve tamper condition.
Page 123: Trouble Operation
Trouble Operation Operating Instructions 4.4 Trouble Operation With no alarms in the system, the detection of a trouble will cause the following: • The piezo to pulse 1 second On and 1 second Off • The system Trouble LED to flash one second On and one second Off •...
Page 124: Alarm Operation
Operating Instructions Alarm Operation INV ID - indicating that an incorrect device code (Type ID) has been programmed for an  installed device (for example, Photo has been programmed but an Ion detector has been installed) SW TBL - indicating a module has failed the testing of its Class A switching relay ...
Page 125: Supervisory Operation
Supervisory Operation Operating Instructions – Device type identifier; in this example, PULL STATION indicates a manual pull box. Other device type identifiers which can be displayed include SMOKE (ION) for Ionization Detector, HEAT for Heat Detector, CONTROL for Control Module, and MONITOR for Monitor Module, PULL STATION for a manual pull box, etc.
Page 126: Hazard/Tornado Condition Operation
Operating Instructions Hazard/Tornado Condition Operation • The LCD displays a process monitor message along with the device name, type, address, adjective/noun, associated zones, and time/date • Communicate the process monitor condition to the Central Station (if the default event code has been changed from 000 to a reportable event code) •...
Page 127: Nac Operation
NAC Operation Operating Instructions • Relays programmed for medical alert will be activated • The alarm relay is not activated • Fire Alarm NACs will not activate • SLC NACs (control modules) will activate • Timers are not started • Store event in history buffer •...
Page 128: Time Functions: Real-Time Clock
Operating Instructions Time Functions: Real-Time Clock Automatic Test Operation An automatic test of an addressable detector is performed each minute, resulting in a complete SLC loop test in approximately 1 hour (if the loop has the maximum number of devices installed). The detector’s sensing chamber and electronics are functionally tested for normal, safe operation.
Page 129: Presignal
Presignal Operating Instructions 4.18 Presignal Presignal option programs an initiating device to delay the activation of NACs and/or control mod- ules while allowing visual verification by a person. Once a detector or monitor module triggers an alarm, the onboard piezo sounds immediately, but the NACs are not activated for a user pro- grammed time duration of up to three minutes.
Page 130: Special System Timers
Operating Instructions Special System Timers Note that the PAS BYPASS monitor type code, when activated, will inhibit the PAS capability until the PAS BYPASS monitor is deactivated. While PAS is inhibited, signaling devices will immediately place the control panel into alarm. This feature may be employed by wiring a normally open device, such as a switch, to a monitor module which has been programmed for PAS BYPASS.
Page 131: Walktest
Walktest Operating Instructions ate outputs and indicate the alarm condition at the FACP. If no additional detector alarms occur within 83 seconds of the first alarm (23 second retard plus 60 second confirmation), the timer resets and the panel is ready to verify any new detector alarms which may occur. 23 sec.
Page 132: 1=System Point
Operating Instructions Read Status Read Status Entry When the operator presses the control panel Enter key, the LCD will display the following: 1=READ STATUS MODE 2=PROGRAMMING MODE 3=MANUAL DIAL MODE 4=REMOTE DOWNLOAD Pressing 1, while this screen is being displayed, will cause the control panel to enter the Read Sta- tus mode which allows the user to view and print the programmed features and status of the control panel.
Page 133: 2=Zones
Read Status Operating Instructions • W - Walktestable for control and monitor modules (W = Yes, * = No) Pressing the down arrow key, while viewing the screen shown above, will allow the operator to view additional programming information about the selected device, such as: •...
Page 134: 4: Trouble Reminder
Operating Instructions Read Status 4.22.4 Trouble Reminder Pressing 1 while viewing Read Status Screen #2 will display the following screen: READ STATUS 1=TROUBLE REMINDER 2=TIMERS TROUBLE REMINDER 3=NAC TROUBLE REM Read Status Screen #2 The screen indicates whether the Trouble Reminder feature is On or Off. The factory default setting is Trouble Rem OFF.
Page 135: 8: Program Check
Read Status Operating Instructions 4.22.8 Program Check Pressing 2 while viewing Read Status Screen #3 will cause a screen similar to the following to be displayed: PROGRAM CHECK 1=NACS NO INPUT 2=ZONES NO INPUT 3=ZONES NO OUTPUT Pressing 1 while viewing the Program Check screen will display a screen which will indicate if any input zones have not been programmed to one of the Notification Appliance Circuits.
Page 136: 11: Phone Line
Operating Instructions Read Status • Lock Enable/Disable • Acknowledge Button Enable/Disable • Silence Button Enable/Disable • Reset Button Enable/Disable • Drill Button Enable/Disable Pressing 2 for ANN-SECONDARY Options, while viewing ANN-BUS Screen #2 will display screens detailing the settings for this device and would display the following screen: ANN-SECONDARY ENABLED ANN-SECONDARY Screen #2...
Page 137: 14: Print
Read Status Operating Instructions 4.22.14 Print READ STATUS To print program data or control panel status, press 2 while viewing Read Status Screen #5. The 1=SERVICE TERMINAL following screens will be displayed: 2=PRINT 3=TIME-DATE PRINT PRINT Read Status Screen #5 1=DETECTOR DATA 1=HISTORY 2=WALKTEST LOG...
Page 138: 15: Time-Date
Operating Instructions Read Status Maintenance Level FACP Status Displays Indicates INVREP Low Chamber Value A hardware problem in the detector DIRTY1 Maintenance Alert Dust accumulation that is near but below the allowed limit. DIRTY 1 indicates the need for maintenance before the performance of the detector is compromised DIRTY2 Maintenance Urgent...
Page 139: Section 5: Central Station Communications
Section 5: Central Station Communications The control panel transmits zone and system status reports to Central Stations via the public switched telephone network. Two supervised telephone line connections are made to interface the control panel to the telephone lines. Two optional 7 foot telephone cords are available for this pur- pose and can be purchased separately.
Page 140 Central Station Communications The control panel is capable of reporting detailed messages depending upon the format in use. Table 5.1 shows the reporting structure for all formats. Format Format Format Format Report 3+1/4+1/Standard 3+1/4+1/Expanded 4+2/Standard 4+2/Expanded 4+1 Express 4+2 Express Alarm SSS(S) A SSS(S) A...
Page 141 Central Station Communications Where SSS or SSSS Subscriber ID Alarm (1st digit) Alarm (2nd digit) Zone Number Alarm Restore (1st digit) Alarm Restore (2nd digit) Zone Trouble (1st digit) Zone Trouble (2nd digit) Zone Trouble Restore (1st digit) RTZ2 Zone Trouble Restore (2nd digit) System Trouble (1st digit) System Trouble (2nd digit) System Trouble Restore (1st digit)
Page 142: Transmittal Priorities
Central Station Communications Transmittal Priorities 5.1 Transmittal Priorities The integral communicator transmits highest priority events first. Events, in terms of priority, are listed below in descending order: Alarms (highest priority level) Pull stations  Waterflow  Smoke detector  Other alarm types ...
Page 143 Transmittal Priorities Central Station Communications The table below shows UL listed receivers which are compatible with the NFW-50. Format          4+1 Ademco Express 4+2 Ademco Express       ...
Page 144: Section 6: Local/Remote Site Upload/Download
Section 6: Local/Remote Site Upload/Download The control panel may be programmed or interrogated off-site via the public switched telephone network. Any personal computer with Windows ® XP or greater, with a 2400 baud compatible modem and Fire-Lite Upload/Download software kit P/N VFWARDEN-CD, may serve as a Ser- vice Terminal.
Page 145: Transferring A Program
Transferring a Program Local/Remote Site Upload/Download Pressing 1 for Proprietary No (factory default setting), while viewing the Remote Download screen, will cause the display to toggle from Proprietary No to Proprietary Yes. Each press of the 1 key will cause the display to toggle between Proprietary No and Proprietary Yes. Selecting Propri- etary Yes will program the FACP to allow remote programming downloads from the VeriFire War- den programming utility at all times without the need to access the Remote Download screen.
Page 146: Time-Out At Control Panel
Local/Remote Site Upload/Download Security Features Time-out at Control Panel Upon answering an incoming (modem) call on the primary Central Station phone line, the control panel will listen for a modem connection signal. If this signal is not received within 30 seconds, the control panel will disconnect the call.
Page 147: Section 7: Power Supply Calculations
Section 7: Power Supply Calculations 7.1 Overview This section contains instructions and tables for calculating power supply currents in alarm and standby conditions. This is a four-step process, consisting of the following: Calculating the total amount of AC branch circuit current required to operate the system Calculating the power supply load current for non-fire and fire alarm conditions and calculating the secondary (battery) load Calculating the size of batteries required to support the system if an AC power loss occurs...
Page 148: Calculating The System Current Draw
Power Supply Calculations Calculating the System Current Draw 7.3 Calculating the System Current Draw 7.3.1 Overview The control panel must be able to power all internal and external devices continuously during the non-fire alarm condition. To calculate the non-fire alarm load on the system power supply when primary power is applied, use Calculation Column 1 in Table 7.3 on page 149.
Page 149: Calculating The Battery Size
Calculating the Battery Size Power Supply Calculations Table 7.3 contains columns for calculating current draws. For each column, calculate the current and enter the total (in amperes) in the bottom row. When finished, copy the totals from Calculation Column 2 and Calculation Column 3 to Table 7.4 on page 150. Calculation Column 1 Calculation Column 2 Calculation Column 3...
Page 150: 1: Nfpa Battery Requirements
Power Supply Calculations Calculating the Battery Size Calculate the ampere hours for Standby and Alarm, then sum the Standby and Alarm ampere hours. Multiply the sum by the derating factor of 1.2 to calculate the proper battery size (in AH). Write the ampere hour requirements on the Protected Premises label located inside the cabinet door.
Page 151: Appendix A: Software Zones
Appendix A: Software Zones A.1 Correlations Setup and configuration of an addressable system is different than a conventional system. In a con- ventional system, assignment of input devices (smoke detectors, pull stations, heat detectors, etc.) to zones is accomplished through wiring. The wiring is direct from clearly marked panel terminals to any device assigned to a particular zone.
Page 152 Software Zones Correlations Correlation of Input and Output Zones Input Devices Zones Output Devices smoke control smoke control ZONE monitor control monitor control control monitor control smoke ZONE control smoke smoke control smoke ZONE smoke control monitor The zone correlations which are shown graphically above are also presented in Table A.1 on page 153.
Page 153 Correlations Software Zones ADDRESSABLE DEVICE ZONE ASSIGNMENT Address Device Type Zone Number ADJ/NOUN smoke detector FIRST HALL smoke detector ELEV. LOBBY monitor module monitor module 1, 2 monitor module 1, 2 control module control module control module control module 1, 2, 3 control module smoke detector 2ND FLOOR...
Page 154 Software Zones Correlations ADDRESSABLE DEVICE ZONE ASSIGNMENTS Address Device Type Zone Number ADJ/NOUN Table A.2 Blank Programming Sheet NFW-50 Series Manual — P/N 52911:J 11/20/2015...
Page 155 Correlations Software Zones ADDRESSABLE DEVICE ZONE ASSIGNMENTS Address Device Type Zone Number ADJ/NOUN Table A.3 Blank Programming Sheet NFW-50 Series Manual — P/N 52911:J 11/20/2015...
Page 156: Appendix B: Default Programming
Appendix B: Default Programming The following table provides a list of the programming options and their factory default settings. Program Option Factory Default Program Option Factory Default Master Password 00000 NAC 1 & 2 Enable Enabled Maintenance Password 11111 NAC 1 & 2 Silenceable Detector Programming Not Installed NAC 1 &...
Page 157 Default Programming Month Start Daylight Savings March ANN-I/O Range 00-19 Week Start Daylight Savings Week 2 ANN-I/O Active LEDs Only Month End Daylight Savings November ANN-RLY Relay 1 Zone 1 Week End Daylight Week 1 ....through........Verification ANN-RLY Relay 10 Zone 10 Waterflow Silenceable ANN-LED Point/Zone...
Page 158: Appendix C: Nfpa Standard-Specific Requirements
Appendix C: NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements The NFW-50 has been designed for use in commercial, industrial and institutional applications and meets the requirements for service under the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Stan- dards outlined in this Appendix. The minimum system components required for compliance with the appropriate NFPA standard are listed below: NFW-50 Control Panel Contains the main control board, cabinet (backbox and door), main power supply transformer and...
Page 159: Nfpa 72 Auxiliary Fire Alarm System
NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements NFPA 72 Auxiliary Fire Alarm System All connections are power-limited and supervised. This application is not suitable for separate transmission of sprinkler supervisory or trouble conditions. Notes: 3 ohms maximum loop resistance allowed for wiring from control panel to Municipal Box. Cut JP28 on the NFW-50 main circuit board to supervise placement of 4XTM module and circuit.
Page 160 NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements Cut Jumper JP28 on the NFW-50 main circuit board to supervise placement of the 4XTM module. Refer to “4XTM Transmitter Module Installation” on page 33 for detailed information. RS82 Remote Station Receiver UL listed. Refer to Instruction Manual for Remote Station Receiver Model RS82. Polarity Shown is Normal Standby Power-limited...
Page 161 NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements NFPA 72 Proprietary Protective Signaling Systems NFW-50 Addressable Fire Control Panel NFW-50 Main Board Form-C Alarm contact programmed to activate on General Alarm. Form-C Trouble contact which will automatically activate on any Trouble condition. Form-C relay contact programmed to activate on Supervisory condition.
Page 162: C.1: Central Station/Remote Station Transmitter: Connection To Facp Dry Contacts
NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements Central Station/Remote Station Transmitter: Connection to FACP Dry Contacts C.1 Central Station/Remote Station Transmitter: Connection to FACP Dry Contacts The dry contacts of the FACP programmable relays can be used to trip a UL-864 Listed Central Station/Remote Station Transmitter. The FACP contacts must be supervised by the Central Sta- tion/Remote Station Transmitter module using End-of-Line Resistors (ELRs) with a value deter- mined by the Transmitter manufacturer.
Page 163: C.2: Mbt-1 Municipal Box Trip - Silenceable
MBT-1 Municipal Box Trip - Silenceable NFPA Standard-Specific Requirements C.2 MBT-1 Municipal Box Trip - Silenceable The following figure illustrates the connection of the MBT-1 (Municipal Box Trip) between the FACP and a Local Energy Municipal Box. The use of an addressable control module programmed for General Alarm and Silenceable allows silencing of the Municipal Box without resetting the panel or box.
Page 164: Appendix D: Facp With Keltron
Appendix D: FACP with Keltron The following figure illustrates the connections between the FACP and Keltron Receiver/Transmit- ter. CAUTION: POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE FOR REASONS OF WIRING DIAGRAM CLARITY, TERMINAL DESIGNATIONS OF KELTRON MODULES ARE NOT SHOWN IN ACTUAL ORDER. FOLLOW KELTRON MANUAL AND MODULE MARKINGS FOR EXACT TERMINAL LOCATIONS TO PREVENT SEVERE MODULE DAMAGE! IMPORTANT! All connections between the FACP and Keltron modules must be made within 20 feet and enclosed within conduit or equivalently protected against mechanical injury.
Page 165: Appendix E: Wire Requirements
Appendix E: Wire Requirements T-tapping of the SLC loop wiring is allowed for 2-wire (Style 4) configurations. The total resis- tance of any branch cannot exceed 40 ohms. The total wire length of all branches cannot exceed 10,000 feet (3,000 m). Connecting external system accessories to the NFW-50 main circuits must be carefully considered to ensure proper operation.
Page 166: E.1: Nac Wiring
Wire Requirements NAC Wiring E.1 NAC Wiring The following table lists NAC wiring requirements for the FACP. CLASS-B CLASS-A Max. Max. allowable wire pair length Max. allowable wire pair length allowable NAC Load (feet) (feet) total loop (Amps) resistance AWG 12 AWG 14 AWG 16 AWG 18...
Page 167: Appendix F: Hvac Control
Appendix F: HVAC Control The FACP can be programmed to shut down a building’s HVAC fans in the event of a fire. The fans cannot be restarted until the fire alarm condition has been cleared and the FACP has been reset to a normal (non-alarm) condition.
Page 168: F.2.2: Hvac Ovrride
HVAC Control Monitor Module Operation F.2.2 HVAC OVRRIDE The HVAC OVRRIDE type code can be assigned to any addressable monitor module for the pur- pose of overriding or preventing the HVAC SHUTDN control relay modules from activating. The HVAC OVRRIDE monitor module acts globally throughout the FACP system and therefore is not programmed to a particular software zone.
Page 169: Appendix G: Ademco Contact Id Format Event Code Descriptions
Appendix G: Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions This appendix describes the various Event Codes and their messages which are available for the Ademco Contact ID Format. G.1 Transmission Format Between DACT and Receiver The transmission string for the Ademco Contact ID Format is as follows: SSSS 18 QXYZ GG CCC where SSSS = Four digit Subscriber ID Account Code...
Page 170 Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout EVENT CODE CLASSIFICATIONS ALARMS OPEN/CLOSE DISABLES/ SUPERVISORY TROUBLES TEST/MISC. REMOTE ACCESS BYPASSES Medical Fire System Open/Close System Test Fire Sounder/Relay Remote Access Sounder/Relay Panic System Peripheral Access Control System Peripheral Burglary Communication...
Page 171 Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions EVENT MESSAGE 142 Polling loop short ALARM - Polling Loop Short - # 143 Expansion module failure ALARM - Exp. Module Fail - # 144 Sensor tamper ALARM - Sensor Tamper - # 145 Expansion module tamper ALARM - Exp.
Page 172 Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout EVENT MESSAGE System Peripheral Troubles - 330 and 340 330 System peripheral TROUBLE - Sys. Peripheral - # 331 Polling loop open TROUBLE - Polling Loop Open 332 Polling loop short TROUBLE - Polling Loop Short 333 Expansion module failure TROUBLE - Expansion Module Failure - #...
Page 173 Ademco Contact ID Typical Printout Ademco Contact ID Format Event Code Descriptions EVENT MESSAGE Access Control - 420 421 Access denied ACCESS - Access Denied - User # (restore not used) 422 Access report by user ACCESS - Access Granted - User # (restore not used) System Disables - 500 and 510 Sounder/Relay Disables - 520 520 Sounder/Relay disable...
Page 174: Appendix H: Canadian Applications
Appendix H: Canadian Applications H.1 N-ANN-LED Annunciator Installation for Canadian Applications • The FACP is supplied with a Dress Panel and one N-ANN-LED annunciator. • When installing and programming the FACP, the Canadian Option must be set to ON prior to any other panel programming (refer to “Canadian Option”...
Page 175 N-ANN-LED Annunciator Installation for Canadian Applications Canadian Applications Optional Secondary ANN-BUS using ANN-SEC Option Card. Primary ANN-BUS in metal conduit N-ANN-LED (adjacent to FACP) metal conduit Supplied N-ANN-LED Annunciator N-ANN-80C FACP N-ANN-I/O N-ANN-S/PG Optional N-ANN-LED Annunciators N-ANN-RLY Figure H.2 FACP Maximum Configuration - Five N-ANN-LED Annunciators NFW-50 Series Manual —...
Page 176 Canadian Applications N-ANN-LED Annunciator Installation for Canadian Applications Notes: 1. The NC-100R and the NMM-100 must be mapped to the same zone NMM-100* which is programmed for supervisory operation. 2. No other device can be mapped to that supervisory zone. 3.
Page 177: H.2: Ac Power Connections For Canadian Applications
AC Power Connections for Canadian Applications Canadian Applications H.2 AC Power Connections for Canadian Applications For Canadian applications, an AC terminal block is supplied standard with the FireWarden-50C. The AC terminal block is factory installed on the bottom left of the circuit board chassis. CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK TURN OFF ALL POWER (AC &...
Page 178: Index
Index Numerics 24 Hour Test Time 105 backbox 18 4XTM 13 see also cabinet 27 4XTM module 159 Backup Reporting 103 installation steps 34 Banner 79 4XTM module installation 33 setting 80 4XTM Transmitter Module 19 battery 18 cable connection 28 charger 16 charger capacity 14 AC Branch Circuit...
Page 179 Index D–H noun/adjective 73 drift compensation 13 silenceable 73 definition 138 type 72 Drill 16 type codes 72 Correlations 151 current edit AC Power 27 control module 71 availability 15 detector 58 Current Draw Calculations 149 detector screens 59 module, monitor 65 EIA 14 DACT EIA-232...
Page 180 I–N Index type 66 type action 67 Indicators 15 Type list 67 Installation 24 type selection 67 intelligent 12 Mounting Internet Protocol Communicator 20 cabinet 24 Inventory 12 main circuit board 24 INVREP 138 municipal box transmitter 33 IPDACT 20 NAC 14 Key Panel 16 Auto Silence 85...
Page 181 Index O–R list 63 PRN-6 45 monitor module 70 Process Monitor 125 multiple entries 64 PROCMON AR 88 Program check 115 check correlations 115 Off-line Programming 54 clear 114 Operating Instructions 121 Program Check Operation Maintenance Level 117 alarm 124 program keys disable/enable 127 see also Key Panel 16...
Page 182 S–T Index trouble 12 Style Z 29 Relay options 80 NAC configuration 30 Remote Download 144 subscreen 55 Remote Station Service 33 Supervisory 125 remote switch functions 13 SUPERVISORY AR 88 supervisory relay see also Ringer Equivalence Number 21 configuring for Transmitter Module 35 Report Style 113 sync Reporting Enable 103...
Page 183 Index U–Z NAC 85 pre-signal zone 61 type code Zones 133 control module 72 see also software zones 12 supervision 128 Zones Disabled 77 verification 13 Zones Enabled 77 Zones Installed 77 zones per device 62 UL power-limited wiring requirements 31 see also power-limited and nonpower-lim- ited 29 Upload/Download 144...
Page 184 Z–Z Index NFW-50 Series Manual — P/N 52911:J 11/20/2015...
Page 185: Firewarden-50 Series Fire Alarm Control Panel
FireWarden-50 Series Fire Alarm Control Panel Operating Instructions NORMAL - Only AC POWER is illuminated green. PANEL KEY - The key to open the panel can be found at the following All other indicators are off. LCD display will read SYSTEM ALL location: NORMAL.
Page 187: Manufacturer Warranties And Limitation Of Liability
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.
Page 188 World Headquarters 12 Clintonville Road Northford, CT 06472-1610 USA 203-484-7161 fax 203-484-7118 www.notifier.com...

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