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Operation Manual
Firefocus
1.1
Rev
For
V3.6.x
Software
Firefocus
MA470
April 2025

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Firefocus V3.6.x Software Firefocus MA470 April 2025...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Com Loop Units ........................... 11 Address and Mode ........................11 Software (S/W) Versions ......................11 EBLWin ............................12 Applications ..........................12 FIREFOCUS -FIRE DETECTION CONTROL & INDICATING EQUIPMENT (FDCIE) ....13 Specifications ..........................13 Firefocus Limitations ........................14 Display............................15 3.3.1 Controls ...........................
  • Page 4 FAULT ACKNOWLEDGE ......................56 COMMISSIONING ........................57 11.1 General ............................ 57 11.2 Initial power up of Firefocus ....................57 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND SSD DOWNLOAD ............58 12.1 EBLWin Software Requirements .................... 58 12.2 EBLWin Installation procedure in a PC First Time ..............59 12.2.1...
  • Page 5 Sensor Values ......................83 15.1.4 Service Signal ....................... 85 15.1.5 Event Log ........................86 15.1.6 Activated Interlocking ....................87 15.1.7 Firefocus (Control Unit) Information ................88 15.1.8 Current Consumption ....................89 15.1.9 Communication ......................90 15.2 Disable ............................. 92 15.2.1 Disable / Re-enable Zone ....................
  • Page 6 Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x BATTERY MAINTENANCE .....................127 HOW TO AVOID NUISANCE FIRE ALARMS ...............128 GUARANTEE ..........................130 REVISION HISTORY ........................131...
  • Page 7 Figure 1: Connection diagram of Firefocus ..................... 8 Figure 2: Firefocus Status LEDs........................15 Figure 3: Firefocus touch screen display during fire alarm condition............18 Figure 4: Firefocus Welcome page........................ 20 Figure 5: Firefocus Main Board 2010 ......................22 Figure 6 Firefocus cabinet measurements ....................
  • Page 8 Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 46: Activated Interlocking Menu......................87 Figure 47: Control Unit Information Display....................88 Figure 48: Current Consumption Menu......................89 Figure 49: Communication Menu........................91 Figure 50: Disable Menu..........................92 Figure 51: Disable Zone Menu.
  • Page 9 Table 3: Explanation of the Integrated Status LEDs ..................16 Table 4: Explanation of the controls in the control unit.................. 17 Table 5: Explanation of the symbols in the Firefocus..................17 Table 6: Fire Brigade Panel in Firefocus ......................19 Table 7: Information Priority Order.

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Firefocus is a single loop FDCIE which through its loop expansion options can connect to four SUB loops for connecting to addressable units. Up to 253 addresses can be connected to each Firefocus. Figure 1, below presents an overview of the Firefocus system.

  • Page 11: Definitions / Explanations

    Cable size and properties must meet the requirements of AS1670.1 Brooks includes recommendations for cables in §3.4.2 Control Unit / C.U. / FDCIE/Firefocus Control unit = Fire Detection Control and Indicating Equipment (FDCIE) = Firefocus, unit to which the alarm points are connected (via e.g.
  • Page 12 In Firefocus it is a 7”graphical LCD (1024 x 600 px), RGB. Door open (Key Switch) Within the Firefocus there is a 003 key door switch, utilised to gain access to the touch screen menu. Site Specific Data (SSD) The SSD is unique data bprogrammed into the Firefocus to reflect the specific control and functional requirements for each installation.

  • Page 13: General Description

    V3.6.x. However, new software may be upgraded to a newer revision on site. The software version is dependent on the country where the Firefocus to be installed that is due to the variations in the standard in each country. The Firefocus software version is factory set to the Australian protocol and must not be changed.

  • Page 14: Eblwin

    (higher) version of EBLWin, then edited, saved and thereafter downloaded to Firefocus. If a backup is required, use the same EBLWin version as the Firefocus S/W version. EBLWin Key 5094 is a USB dongle that must be plugged in the PC to log on to the Firefocus. Applications The Firefocus system is intended for small installations.

  • Page 15: Firefocus -Fire Detection Control & Indicating Equipment (Fdcie)

    @ 1.7A Current Consumption Quiescent / alarm current is dependent on other equipment connected to Firefocus, , connected external equipment, etc. Main Board (Sleep): 110mA | Main Board (LCD Active): 240mA Loop and total current are calculated by EBLWin during configuration...

  • Page 16: Firefocus Limitations

    Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Firefocus Limitations The limitations in V3.6 are controlled by EBLWin, the following table lists the limitations. Table 2 Firefocus Limitations Item Maximum Number General fire alarm via programmable input External fault via programmable input...

  • Page 17: Display

    Up to ten usernames can be used for three different user level types. A Password (six digits) for each username is required to logon to the panel and Gateway. When the Firefocus enters the fire alarm condition the touch screen display automatically converts to that of the Fire Brigade Panel (See 3.4.3).

  • Page 18: Table 3: Explanation Of The Integrated Status Leds

    Steady light: Output(s) type "Alarm device" are disabled. Alarm devices Flashing light: Output(s) type "Alarm device" have generated fault(s). This is also valid when the Firefocus has no "contact" with a unit with Fault/Disablement such an output, e.g., 4487, 4479.

  • Page 19: Controls

    Re-enable in one unit or press to re-enable the function in all units Used to silence the integrated buzzer in the Firefocus when it is Silence buzzer sounding. Log in Used to log in to the Firefocus.

  • Page 20: Fire Brigade Panel

    2. Press “SILENCE ALARM” to stop sounding the warning devices (OWS). 3. Press “RESET” control to reset active alarms. If after reset the Firefocus clears from the alarm condition, then the system has returned to normal. If, however, the Firefocus re-enters the alarm condition 1.

  • Page 21: Table 6 Fire Brigade Panel In Firefocus

    Yellow activated (fan / damper). Or a programmable input type Activated "Ventilation" is activated. Used to silence the integrated buzzer in the Firefocus when it is Silence Buzzer White sounding Used to silence alarm devices e.g. OWS / sounders in the Silence Alarm building when they sound.

  • Page 22: Welcome Page

    Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Welcome Page 3.3.4 Firefocus “Welcome” page is shown in logged out mode, when there are no alarms or other events activated. Date and time are displayed. Welcome to your Firefocus Fire alarm system from...

  • Page 23: Information Priority Order

    Information Priority Order 3.3.6 When the Firefocus / system is in normal operation (quiescent state), which means no alarms, no faults, no disablements, no service signals, no zones in test mode, no activated interlocking in / outputs, and/or Alert Annunciation function not enabled, only the LED “Operation” should be lit, and “Welcome page” is shown.

  • Page 24: 2010 Main Board

    The Firefocus is equipped with a USB interface (Type C), used for PC connection. The PC program EBLWin is used for creating the Site-Specific Data (SSD) and to download it to the Firefocus main board. A separate EBL Firmware Manager program also can be installed to PC to download a new software (system program) version to the main board.

  • Page 25: Main Board Termination Power Ratings

    - Attenuation 0.6dB/km AT 800Hz - COM Loop Wiring: 1.5mm Twisted pair (BROOKS BAC0898) If shielded cable is used, the shield shall be connected in each loop device. The shielded cable shall also be terminated at both ends to the Firefocus earth point.

  • Page 26: Electrical Safeguards

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Electrical Safeguards Item Description Marking/Instructions Battery disconnects. Make sure to disconnect the equipment from power before servicing. Mains power disconnects. Make sure to disconnect the equipment from the power before servicing. Protective earth (ground). Make sure to connect the...

  • Page 27: Firefocus Cabinet Overview

    Firefocus are shown below. The Firefocus consists of two parts, a metal equipment mounting frame designed to be wall mounted and a plastic outer cover. This design allows easy access to all components and field terminations, thereby simplifying the installation process.

  • Page 28: User Data & Access

    Gateway access columns must be filled in (Check boxes), depending on how the usernames and passwords should be used. Note 2: In a new Firefocus. (i.e. before downloading any Site-Specific Data), only user “0” is available. No password is required, and you have access to all menus. After download of SSD the downloaded usernames and passwords will be valid.

  • Page 29: Password

    Password for Gateway Access only 4.1.3 Normally a password consists of 6 digits, this allows the same user to get access to the Firefocus as well as to the Gateway if both are selected. If a user should have access to the Gateway only, it is possible to choose a stronger password. It consists of 6 to 10 characters and digits as well as letters and alphanumeric characters.

  • Page 30: Navigation / General Procedures

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Note: After three wrong passwords, the log in function will be blocked for one hour for this username. Navigation / General Procedures • Scroll in the lists with • Tap on the input field, a numpad will pop up to enter data.

  • Page 31: Navigation In Alarm State

    Figure 8: Alarm State Menu. If the Firefocus enters the fire alarm condition, the FBP screen will automatically be displayed as shown in Figure 8 above. The fire alarm display has priority over all other displays. A fire alarm condition at the Firefocus may result from a real fire event or it may be because of service/commissioning technicians carrying out works on the Firefocus System.
  • Page 32 When the FBP is displayed because of service/commissioning activities it may be necessary to view other events in the Firefocus/system. To view other status events hidden in the background, the more control can be used to go to the event tab page. From here faults and disablements can be viewed.

  • Page 33: User Level

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x User Level Each user level type has access to specific menus according to Table 8 below. Table 8: Firefocus software menu access levels. Information Only Building officer Service personnel Fault Fault Fault...

  • Page 34: User Levels

    Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x User Levels 4.4.1 The usernames and type of access permitted are shown in Table 9 below. Table 9: Firefocus AS7240.2 defined Access levels. User Level User level name / type Required action / Access to...
  • Page 35 Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x • Service signal • Event leg • Activated interlocking • Control unit information • Current consumption • Communication 4.4.1.4 User level 2C When the 003 key switch is turned access level 2 and you log on as “Building officer” (level 2C), the...
  • Page 36 Remove the outer cover to gain access to the main board and other internal components. Used by service / maintenance / commissioning engineers when a PC (i.e. EBLWin) is to be connected to Firefocus for backup (upload), download of Site-Specific Data (SSD) and / or download of software.

  • Page 37: Technical Address / Presentation Number

    01 – 99 = The address within the zone. Zone Number 00 = only the zone number will be display, e.g. used for the conventional zone line inputs. Zone numbers 001 – 999 can be used, but not more than 128 different zones can be used in Firefocus.

  • Page 38: Silence Alarm Devices

    If the control “SILENCE ALARM” is pressed again, or a new fire alarm event occurs the warning devices will automatically re-sound. The Firefocus has an option to program the OWS or sounders (alarm devices) with type "Alarm devices for evacuation”. Any device programmed this way will not be silenced by the “SILENCE ALARM” control or resound for a new fire alarm event.

  • Page 39: Disable Or Re-Enable Alarm Devices

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Press “Silence buzzer” control to silence the buzzer. In case of a new alarm (pre-warning, co-incidence alarm, and so on), the buzzer will automatically sound again. Disable or Re-Enable Alarm Devices Outputs programmed for alarm devices can be collectively disabled. This is performed via Disable Output types menu “Disablement”...

  • Page 40: Alarm

    (EBLOne) planning instructions in EBLWin. When a pre-warning alarm is activated, see Figure 9 below, the following happens: • The integrated buzzer in the Firefocus sounds 0.8 sec. every five sec. (0.8 / 5 sec.). • Outputs programmed for pre-warning are activated.

  • Page 41: Fire Alarm

    When a fire alarm is activated, the following happens • The touch screen displays the fire brigade page. • The integrated buzzer in the Firefocus sounds for 0.4 seconds each 0.4 second (0.4 / 04 sec.) • on the FBP is blinking (0.4 / 0.4 sec.).

  • Page 42: Additional Information

    When the AA function is enabled, indicated by the LED and so on are the same as for a normal fire alarm (see above) except for the Firefocus output routing equipment (fire brigade tx), which will not be activated directly.

  • Page 43: Co-Incidence Alarm (2-Address / -Zone Dependence)

    The co-incidence alarm function is programmed via EBLWin for specific alarm points / zones. When only one zone or one zone / address (alarm point) is in alarm state, the Firefocus buzzer (0.8 / 5 sec.) and there is a con-incidence alarm presentation on the touch screen.
  • Page 44 (0-300 sec). The occupant can fan the smoke detector to clear the sensor. If the smoke has not been cleared from the smoke sensor by the end of the delay time, the Firefocus will generate a general fire alarm condition. If the smoke is cleared from the smoke sensor within the delay time, the alarm will automatically reset, 3379/4479 will be silenced and the system restores to the normal condition.

  • Page 45: Quiet Alarm

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 15: Delayed Alarm Display. Quiet Alarm 7.1.8 Quiet alarm is an alarm type that can be programmed via EBLWin for analogue smoke detectors. The quiet alarm is self-resetting alarm (non-latching), it is only displayed on the touch screen and cannot generate general alarm functions.

  • Page 46: Figure 16: Quiet Alarm Display

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 16: Quiet Alarm Display. Quiet Alarms are automatically reset, non-brigade call alarm and do not activate general alarm output, see “Quiet Alarm Reset” page 46.

  • Page 47: Alarm Reset

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Alarm Reset Pre-Warning Reset Pre-warnings are non-latching alarms i.e. automatically reset when the alarm point / zone is no longer above pre-warning level. Outputs activated by pre-warning will be de- activated. Fire Alarm Reset All activated fire alarms (alarm points / zones) can be reset by pressing “Reset”...

  • Page 48: Quiet Alarm Reset

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Quiet Alarm Reset Quiet alarms are non-latching, i.e. they will be automatically reset when the alarm point / zone is no longer above alarm level. Outputs activated by quiet alarm will be de-activated. (In some cases, after a...

  • Page 49: Fault

    Multipurpose I/O unit 4461 has an internal delay time of 30 seconds, which results in 45 + 30 = 75 seconds delay time in total. In case of fault condition, the following will happen in Firefocus: •...

  • Page 50: Fault Messages

    Gateway. FAULT: Alarm routing equipment The fault is to be found in the ASE. The ASE fault output is connected to a programmable supervised input in the Firefocus system. Check the input connections as well. FAULT: Battery, technical address xxx The charging function in the external power supply 4466 connected on the COM loop is not function correctly.
  • Page 51 Tech addr nn <-> nn describes between which short circuit isolators the cut-off is located. nn = Technical address of the unit with short circuit isolator. A & B is the built-in isolator in the Firefocus A- direction and the B-direction respectively.
  • Page 52 FAULT: Fan, technical address xxx The LED “Fault” is lit on a fan control module connected to Firefocus. Fan no. xx has been activated but the corresponding I/O unit 4461 input has not been activated within the programmed time. Check the fan and the cables / connections.
  • Page 53 FAULT: High current consumption The Firefocus current consumption is > 0.6 A (or > 1.5 A in alarm state) and because of this, the battery charging is turned off and will be so until the current consumption has decreased to < 0.6 A (< 1.5 A) again.
  • Page 54 FAULT: Mains, external power supply This is valid for external power supply equipment, which has a fault output connected to a programmable input in the Firefocus system. The fault is activated 1 – 300 minutes after the input is activated.
  • Page 55 • If the Firefocus power is dead (i.e. mains and battery disconnected) without first doing a Safe shut down of the control unit via Safe shut down menu, this fault might be generated when the CU is powered again. After fault acknowledge the SSW will get default values and the fault will be corrected (serviced).
  • Page 56 FAULT: Short circ. tech addr nnn <-> nnn, [sub-loop x], loop x Tech addr nnn <-> nnn describes between which Short Circuit isolators the short-circuit is located. nnn = Technical address for short circuit isolator. A & B are the built-in isolators in the Firefocus. A-direction and B-direction respectively.
  • Page 57 Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x If the output is programmed for fire brigade tx (type Routing equipment), it is also indicated by LED “Fire brigade tx Fault/Disablement” blinking. • Short-circuit / break on the connected cable / equipment.

  • Page 58: Fault Acknowledge

    Output for general charge fault might be activated. • One or more fault message include date and time are shown on the Firefocus touch screen. If Fault latching is selected in EBLWin, once the fault is corrected, the "Serviced" message will be shown on the touch screen i.e.

  • Page 59: Commissioning

    8. The Site-Specific Data (SSD) – created in EBLWin can now be downloaded, see section 12.5 page 70. Note: A “Safe shutdown” must be performed once Firefocus is cleared of all faults and the system becomes in normal operational mode. This is to avoid re-calibrating the supervised output should the panel is turned...

  • Page 60: Software Installation And Ssd Download

    1. Windows .Net Framework V4.7 or above (if Windows did not install it as part of its updates), normally it will be available in your PC. 2. USB driver for Firefocus V3.06 3. Sentinel_LDK_Run-time_setup file named HSPUserSetup.exe, this required for the EBLWin key 5094.

  • Page 61: Eblwin Installation Procedure In A Pc First Time

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x EBLWin Installation procedure in a PC First Time 12.2 .NET Framework 12.2.1 .NET framework may already be installed as part of its system to ensure that, turn on .NET. Click on windows start and type the keyword “Windows Features” and ensure that .NET Framework are turned on as shown below: Figure 18: .NET Framework check.

  • Page 62: Hasp Driver Installation (For 5094 Key)

    The driver is available in Brooks website. The procedures below describe the driver’s installation procedures for Win 10 or Win11: 1. Connect a USB cable from your PC to Firefocus (Driver software should be saved in a new folder in your PC).

  • Page 63: Figure 20: Firefocus Device In Device Manager

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 20: Firefocus Device in Device Manager 4. Right click on “STM32 BOOTLOADER” and select “Update Driver”, browse to the folder where the driver software is saved in your PC and click “Next”.

  • Page 64: Eblwin Software Installation

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x EBLWin Software Installation 12.2.4 1. Unzip EBLWin V3.6.x zip file and double click on the file named EBLWin.msi, the following dialog display Figure 22: EBLWin 3.6.x Setup Wizard Form. 2. Click “Next”, the following dialog will be shown: Figure 23: EBLWin 3.6.x License Agreement Form.

  • Page 65: Figure 24: Eblwin 3.6.X Installation Folder Form

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 24: EBLWin 3.6.x Installation Folder Form. 4. Browse to the unzipped EBLWin V3.6.x folder saved in your PC and click “Next”, the following will be shown: Figure 25: EBLWin 3.6.x Language Form.

  • Page 66: Installation Of Ebl Firmware Manager

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 26: EBLWin 3.6.x Default convention selection. 7. Select “Australia” for the Australian convention or “New Zealand” for NZ convention (only for systems used in NZ). 8. Plug in EBLWin key 5094 into another available USB port 9.

  • Page 67: Figure 28: Ebl Firmware Manager 1.3.4 Language Form

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 28: EBL Firmware Manager 1.3.4 Language Form. 3. Select “English” then “Next”, The dialog below shows where the EBL Firmware Manager will be installed. Click next. Figure 29: EBL Firmware Manager 1.3.4 Installation Folder.

  • Page 68: Download Ssd To Control Unit

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 30: EBL Firmware Manager 1.3.4 Installation Complete. 5. Click “Close” to finish installation. Note: If EBL Firmware Manager is not installed in your PC, you may not be able to download the firmware to the Firefocus.

  • Page 69: Download Software (S/W)

    The USB driver for EBLOne must be installed on your computer before using the EBL Firmware manager. The driver can be downloaded from Brooks website. 1. Connect the PC to the USB connector in the Firefocus (2010) and start EBLWin. Do not logon. 2. Check that the EBLWin key is plugged in.

  • Page 70: Download Firmware With Manual Boot Mode

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x The SW (system firmware) download procedure to be carried out as per the following five steps: 1. Set the CPU in boot mode - Boot mode (Manual) unchecked: Automatic boot mode by command from EBL Firmware...

  • Page 71: Figure 31: Manual Boot Mode Jumper Location

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x 5. When the download of the internal memory is finished, and the unit has started up the following dialog is shown: 8. Select the COM-port and click OK. The download will now continue. – Check in the control Panel / Device Manager / Ports (COM &...

  • Page 72: Software Versions

    Control Unit, it has a unique number. The EBLWin key identification number will be registered in the control panel event log with the date and time stamp for every SSD download performed in Firefocus. When the installation is ready, i.e. the unit connected and the power is turned on, the SSD download can be performed.

  • Page 73: Figure 32 Ssd Download Progress

    7. Click “OK” After the SSD download, the Firefocus will restart. A number of faults may then be generated due to the loop units being not connected yet. This will cause "heavy traffic" on the loop, which might affect and delay the SSD download to the other units.

  • Page 74: Setup Wizard

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Setup Wizard When the control unit is started up for the first time after new firmware has been downloaded, the system needs to be configurated. Figure 33 Welcome wizard Select ‘No’ to download Site Specific Data (SSD) through EBLWin software from your PC. See section 12.5 Download SSD.

  • Page 75: Figure 35: Setup Wizard: Auto Address

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 35: Setup Wizard: Auto Address. 5. Set up a zone for each unit. Tap on the unit / units to select (selected unit / units will change to turquoise). 6. Enter zone number for the selected unit/units, and press Enter. Units with a zone set has an orange frame.

  • Page 76: Figure 37: Setup Wizard: Complete & Restart

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 37: Setup Wizard: Complete & Restart. During the “restart”, the touch screen will be off. When the unit has restarted, a restart fault will be generated. The fault message will be shown on the event...

  • Page 77: Restart

    For Firmware V3.6.x Restart A restart may delete the data in Firefocus or may not delete it. Below follows an explanation of the different data, abbreviations and a table showing how the data respectively is affected, cold or warm restart.

  • Page 78: During Restart

    During the “restart”, no fire alarm can be activated, and the touch screen will be off. Note: When the Firefocus is restarted for the first time, it will automatically show the Change language page. Press a flag to set the language in the control unit.

  • Page 79: Access Code

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Regarding code xx and address yyyyyy, refer to Table 12: Firefocus Restart Codes. This fault it also “Fault”. indicated by the LED “Fault” will be turned OFF if After the fault is acknowledged (via menu ), the LED there are no other faults.

  • Page 80: Figure 39: Events Tab Page Display

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Disablement Zone: 500 Address: 23, re-enable at 17:15 User definable text Disabled 07-09-2024 13:19:15 Zone: 500 Address: 23 User definable text Disabled 07-09-2024 13:19:15 Interlocking output area 001-point 35 User definable text Disabled 07-09-2024 13:19:15 Figure 39: Events Tab Page Display.

  • Page 81: Menus

    For Firmware V3.6.x Menus The following chapters describe the menus in the Firefocus and the procedures to use them. Figure 40: Home Menu. There are different access levels for different menus. See section 4.4 on User levels and what each user level can and cannot access.

  • Page 82: Status

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Status 15.1 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu . A sub menu list will be displayed. Status Activated interlocking Fault Control unit information Technical warning Sensor values Current consumption...

  • Page 83: Fault

    Not corrected (not serviced) but acknowledged faults (/Acknowledged) • Corrected (serviced) but not acknowledged faults (/Serviced) 1. Log in to the Firefocus 2. Navigated to menu 3. Press to scroll in the list. The most recent fault is on top of the list.

  • Page 84: Technical Warning

    It is information that programmed to display an event and is generated via a programmable input. The text message, shown on the Firefocus touch screen, if user programmable (up to 40 characters). If one or more technical warnings are activated in the system, the symbol is shown in the Status menu .

  • Page 85: Sensor Values

    Sensor Values 15.1.3 Information on heat, smoke or multi detector sensor values. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Enter zone and address for a specific sensor or press to start as from sensor 000001. If there are no sensors (analogue detectors) when is pressed, the list view will not open.

  • Page 86: Table 13: Normal Mode Algorithm's

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Algorithm: Shows the algorithm that is currently in use. Install date: The date is set in the detector when it’s powered up by the loop for the first time. Table 13: NORMAL Mode Algorithm's.

  • Page 87: Service Signal

    Some units are not available for the Australian market e.g. exit emergency light MX140, aspirating unit AE2010G-P. After replacement of a detector, the service signal must be acknowledged for that detector, see section 15.6.2 Acknowledge Service Signal 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Press to scroll in the list.

  • Page 88: Event Log

    The origin of the event, for example CU00 (see below), can be shown in EBLWin, EBLWeb or Ext# (External system no. # connected via Gateway). 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Select event log to show:...

  • Page 89: Activated Interlocking

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Activated Interlocking 15.1.6 This menu is read only. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Press to scroll in the list. Figure 46: Activated Interlocking Menu. 4. Press...

  • Page 90: Firefocus (Control Unit) Information

    Serial Number: The manufacturer’s serial number (year YY, week WW, number of the main board NNN). Alarm counter: The alarm counter is increased with “1” every time the Firefocus enters a read “fire alarm condition” (i.e. fire alarm indication on the touch screen, LED “Fire”...

  • Page 91: Current Consumption

    For Firmware V3.6.x Current Consumption 15.1.8 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Use the controls to the left to show current consumption for Power supply, Battery, or Loop. The information is automatically updated every 5 second.

  • Page 92: Communication

    COM loop, connections and the loop units. All values are set to “0” after restart and/or after re-connection of COM loop via Disconnect menu 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Use the drop-down to select between:...

  • Page 93: Figure 49: Communication Menu

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Figure 49: Communication Menu. 4. To exit the menu press The information is automatically updated every 5 second.

  • Page 94: Disable

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Disable 15.2 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu . A sub menu Figure 50: Disable Menu. “Disablement” and the symbol is indicating one or more disablements in the system.

  • Page 95: Disable / Re-Enable Zone

    For Firmware V3.6.x Disable / Re-enable Zone 15.2.1 When a whole zone is disabled, all alarm points within the zone will be disabled. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Enter the zone number, one by one or in range.

  • Page 96: Disable / Re-Enable Address

    For Firmware V3.6.x Disable / re-enable Address 15.2.2 All alarm points connected to the COM loop can be individually disabled. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Enter the zone number and address 4. If “Automatically re-enablement” shall be used, enter time (hh:mm). Default is current time + 3 hours.

  • Page 97: Disable / Re-Enable Output

    Disable / Re-enable Output 15.2.3 The programmable output S1 in the Firefocus and outputs in units connected to the COM loop (except outputs of type “Alarm device”) can be individually disabled. If you try to disable an output of type “Alarm device”, it will be treated as it does not exist.

  • Page 98: Disable / Re-Enable Output Types

    Outputs of the same type can be collectively disabled in the control unit. Disabled output will stay in (or return to) the normal condition for the output respectively. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. The different output types are listed:...

  • Page 99: Disablements By Time Channel

    This is a static list of all disablement by time channels in the system. The list has up to three items per “Disablement”. page. Indicated by LED 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Press to scroll in the list.

  • Page 100: Disable / Re-Enable Interlocking Output

    Up to 100 interlocking outputs can be disabled in the whole system. The LED “Disablement” is also indicating one or more disabled interlocking outputs. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigating to menu 3. Enter the area number and address.

  • Page 101: Disable / Re-Enable Alert Annunciation

    / zones programmed for Alert Annunciation despite the time channel is “on” or if they are programmed to be continuously enabled. The AA function will be turned off until re-enabled via this menu. 1. Log in to Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 102: Disable / Re-Enable Routing Equipment

    Can be useful during commissioning and test period, when only local alarms are required. Note: Disable or re-enable routing equipment (ASE) must not be used during normal operation of monitored Firefocus. The routing equipment can only be disabled via the ASE. Disabled output will stay disabled until re-enabled again via this menu.

  • Page 103: Test Menu

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Test MENU 15.3 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu . A sub menu list will be displayed. Figure 57: Test Menu.

  • Page 104: Perform Monthly Test

    Perform Monthly Test 15.3.1 The Firefocus and associated equipment in the building must be tested on a regular basis. Refer to the Australian maintenance standard AS1851 for details regarding monthly, quarterly and annual test. In test mode, only the alarm points are set to test mode, and no outputs (sounders) will be activated during the test.
  • Page 105 In the tested alarm point, the LED will light up approximately 10 seconds and then the alarm point will be automatically reset. There will be a test mode alarm indication on the Firefocus touch screen. A detector in test mode is not able to generate a fault.

  • Page 106: Perform Zone Test

    If a real fire alarm is activated by an alarm point not in test mode, the normal fire alarm functions will be activated, which means fire alarm presentation, outputs activated, routing equipment activated, and so on. See section 3.3.6 Information Priority Order. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Enter the zone number...
  • Page 107 In the tested alarm point, the LED will light up for approximately 10 seconds and then the alarm point will be automatically reset. There will be a test mode alarm indication in the Firefocus touch screen. A detector in test mode is not able to generate a fault.

  • Page 108: Test Of Alarm Devices

    When replacing the batteries, remove both batteries for 2 seconds to force a restart of the detector. (The battery fault is latched so a restart is necessary to clear the fault.) 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 109: Settings

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Settings 15.4 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu . A sub menu list will be displayed. Figure 61: Settings Menu. Set Clock and Date 15.4.1 The RTC component has a capacitor as a backup power supply. Normally, date, day of the week and time only must be set when the control unit powered up for the first time.

  • Page 110: Display Settings

    The touch screen brightness is set to 100% by default. The brightness may need to be changed due to the lighting conditions. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Drag the thumb to change the brightness level.

  • Page 111: Change Language

    Normally the language is selected when you install EBLWin and select the Australian convention however, via this menu, you can change the language used in the control unit. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Press a flag to change the language in the control unit.

  • Page 112: Installation

    Create and download the user definable text messages (alarm texts) shown on the touch. Note: To be able to Log in to an Firefocus via a PC and EBLWin, the PC must be provided with an EBLWin key (5094). This USB device has a number (a key) required for the log in.

  • Page 113: Setup Wireless System

    For example, a base station set to e.g. “Register” mode must be set back to “Normal state” before it can be set to any other mode. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 114: Calibrate Of Supervised Outputs

    If the actual value at any time differs from the calibration value ± a small tolerance or if the calibrated value is outside the calibration range, a fault will be generated. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 115: Service Mode For Com Loop

    FAULT: Short circ. Tech addr A <-> B, [sub-loop x], loop x … independent of where the short-circuit is situated on the loop. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Select between A Direction, B Direction, or both directions.

  • Page 116: Sensitive Fault Detection Mode

    “Fault” output for routing equipment is “activated”. It is also shown on the event tab page when logged out. Note: Don’t forget to turn off this mode after the commissioning. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Use the switch to toggle between:...

  • Page 117: Ssd Information

    Convention: Country specific functions, default EBLWin settings, and so on, is set in conjunction with the installation of EBLWin. Download count: Number of times the SSD has been downloaded. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu Figure 64: SSD Information Display.

  • Page 118: Maintenance

    15.6 Only authorised personnel have access to maintenance menu and a password for level 2C (Service technician) is required. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu . A sub menu list will be displayed. Figure 65: Maintenance Menu.

  • Page 119: Disconnect

    Before physical connection / disconnection of loop units, etc. the loop (or zone interface input) must be disconnected (voltage free) to avoid damage on the units and the Firefocus. Zone interface input requires an addressable multipurpose I/O unit 4461 connected on a COM loop.

  • Page 120: Acknowledge Service Signal

    Note: If a 2840 sensor is replaced without having generated service signal, it must be reset to the default week average sensor value via Clear Weekly Average menu section 15.6.3. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Press to scroll in the list.

  • Page 121: Clear Weekly Average

    Used incorrectly it can cause nuisance fire alarms. The first week average sensor value (after clearing) will be calculated within one hour, then each week. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 122: Safe Shutdown

    Note: By restart and power off, the Fault tx output(s) will be “activated”. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3. Press to start the safe shutdown.

  • Page 123: Figure 70: Restart Fault Code Display

    When the Firefocus is powered up, the data stored in the flash memory will be used. If safe shutdown is not performed just before you power off a control unit, then by power on, the flash memory might be empty which means the defaults settings will be used.

  • Page 124: Activate Alarm Point

    Note: If a real fire alarm occurs, the “Test Mode Alarm” will be automatically reset by the actual fire alarm. A detector programmed for “Quiet alarm” will activate a Quiet test alarm instead of a fire alarm. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 125: Activate Output

    If the control expression is true when you reset the output, the output will remain activated until the control expression is false again. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigate to menu 3.

  • Page 126: Activate Interlocking

    Also, a latched output will be deactivated, if an interlocking output is activated via its control expression and with latching output selected (in EBLWin), the output must be deactivated via this menu. 1. Log in to the Firefocus. 2. Navigated to menu 3.

  • Page 127: Com Loop Cable Length

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x COM loop cable Length Depending on the type of units and the number of units, the total current consumption will vary, and this will affect the cable length. The units should be distributed as even as possible on the COM loop.
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  • Page 129: Battery Maintenance

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Battery Maintenance The batteries – 1 or 2 x 12V, 17 Ah – are placed inside the control unit. When only one battery is used, you must connect the leads (battery lugs) together in parallel.

  • Page 130: How To Avoid Nuisance Fire Alarms

    Smoke detectors (sensors) are influenced by their environment and become “dirty”. In an analogue system (like Firefocus) a Service signal is given when it is time to exchange the smoke detectors (sensors) to new ones. The alternative is to exchange detectors at given periods, to be on the safe side.
  • Page 131 Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Actions Via EBLWin Choosing another type of detector can solve certain problems. Bear also in mind, that the coverage area can be different for different types of detectors. However, it is not always the best action is to change detector type. Here is a list of other actions, programmed via EBLWin, which can be used: •...

  • Page 132: Guarantee

    For Firmware V3.6.x Guarantee If Firefocus control panel has any defect due to faulty workmanship or material, it is to be returned to Brooks freight paid. BROOKS will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace the item free of charge.

  • Page 133: Revision History

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x Revision history Issue Date Description Written By Checked By 12-10-2024 Firefocus Operational Manual B.M/N.S. A.S. 16-04-2025 Firefocus Operational Manual B.M/N.S C.O.

  • Page 134: For Firmware V3.6.X

    Operational Manual Firefocus Rev 1.1 For Firmware V3.6.x NSW - Head Office P.O. Box 7050 Silverwater NSW 1811 4 Pike Street Rydalmere NSW 2116 Ph: 02 9684 1466 Website: www.Brooks.com.au 9/71 Victoria Crescent, Abbotsford VIC 3067 Ph: 03 9879 5294 P.O.

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