PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 PFC-9000 Series Installation, Operation, and Instruction Manual Analog/Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel All specifications subject to revision. LT-659POT Manual #5403535 - Rev G 9/08 2081 Craig Road • P.O. Box 28480 • St. Louis, MO 63146-4161 (800) 325-3936 • (314) 878-4321 • FAX (314) 878-7264 www.pottersignal.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 WARRANTY INFORMATION The essential purpose of any sale or contract for sale of any of the products listed in the POTTER catalog or price list is the furnishing of that product. It is expressly understood that in furnishing said product, POTTER does not agree to insure the Purchaser against any losses the Purchaser may incur, even if resulting from the malfunction of said product.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 6 Ordering Information General Description System Features Indicators, Controls and Operation PFC-9000 Fire Alarm Main Board Connections CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Monitoring and Notification requirement of UL Mounting Recommendations Cabinet Specification Electrical Specification 12 CHAPTER 3: CABINET INSTALLATION 15 CHAPTER 4: ANNUNCIATOR INSTALLATION Annunciator Overview RA-
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Quick Start – Manual Programming File Menu: Backup Database, Restore Database, Compact Database, Print Reports, User Preferences, Exit Item Menu: Add (Devices, Circuits, Conventional Adder Card, Loop Controllers, Annunciators, Display Adder), Delete, Modify, Correlations, Status Flags Link Menu: Validate, Connect, Send Job, Get Job, Panel Information, Link Statistics Test Menu: Extract All DB, Validate All, Log Send, Log Get, Trace View Menu: Tool Bar, Status Bar Help Menu:
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 ARM-9008 Relay Adder Card P32-1T Single Action Pull Station P32-1T-LP Dual Action Pull Station AH-24R Red Selectable Horn H24WW White Selectable Horn MH-12/24R Red Mini Horn MH-12/24W White Mini Horn HP-25TR Red Temporal Terminal HP-25TW White Temporal Terminal SL24-153075R Red Selectable Strobe SL24-75110R Red Selectable Strobe SL24W-153075W White Wall Mount Strobe SL24W-75110W White Wall Mount S
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION This manual is designed to help with the specification, design and installation of the Potter PFC-9000 series fire alarm control panel. It is imperative that the manual be completely read and understood before beginning the installation of the fire alarm panel. The manual is broken down to give an overview of components and ordering information, installation guidelines and programming directions.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Indicators, Controls, & Operation POTTER PFC-9000 FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL NORMAL CONDITION JANUARY 1, 2008 ALARM QUEUE A.C. ON SUPV QUEUE TROUBLE QUEUE PRE-ALARM ENTER ALARM QUEUE MENU CANCEL INFO GND FAULT SYSTEM RESET SIGNAL SILENCE FIRE DRILL PROGRAMMABLE BUTTON PROGRAMMABLE BUTTON GENERAL ALARM LAMP TEST ACKNOWLEDGE DWG# PFC-9000-4 Note: The two Programmable Buttons, General Alarm, and Acknowledge buttons are not labeled.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The FIRE DRILL is used to activate the notification circuits that are programmed as part of the fire drill. These circuits are configured in the computer software and by default are the four base notification circuits. The fire drill only activates the notification circuits, and other outputs such as relays. The DACT and City Ties remain idle. The fire drill is turned on and off by pressing the FIRE DRILL button.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Ground Fault LED: The Ground Fault Indicator flashes amber at the Trouble Rate when the Ground Fault Detector detects a Ground Fault on any field wiring. It is turned off when the Ground Fault is cleared. The GND FAULT is a yellow (amber) LED which illuminates whenever a ground fault is present on the system. Pushing the INFO button will give further information as the location of the ground fault (i.e. negative side of loop 1, etc.).
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 PFC-9000 Fire Alarm Main Board Connections P2 P1 FIELD WIRING TERMINALS P4 P3 JW1 P14 P5 MAIN FIRE ALARM BOARD P6 JW3 P10 P11 +BDG- JW2 JW4 P7 P12 P13 +BDG- P8 F1 P9 DWG# PFC-9000-13 Jumpers JW 1 JW 2 JW 3 JW 4 - Used when a PR-5000 or UDACT-9100 is installed. Remove the jumper any time one of these devices is added.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Field Wiring Terminations Below is the terminal list from left to right as they appear on the main FACP board. All terminals are removable and are power limited. The relays are rated for 28 VDC at 1 Amp. CLASS B RS485 #1 TROUBLE SUP 4W SUP AUX PWR RTI CLASS A IND CKT 1 IND CKT 2 IND CKT 3 IND4 + IND4 - IND4 + IND3 IND4 + IND3 - IND3 + IND2 IND3 + IND2 - IND2 + IND1 IND2 + 3.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Installation Requirements Chapter 2 The minimum requirements will differ based on the type of installation involved (Central Station, Local Service etc.). In addition, the system shall be wired to meet the minimum requirements of NFPA 70 the National Electric Code, article 760. Also, all federal, state, provincial and local codes shall be followed to meet the minimum requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Cabinet Specifications The cabinet is constructed of 18 gauge (0.048”) cold rolled steel. The cabinet is black in color with a red or white door and black trim. An optional white cabinet is also available. The door is hinged, keyed and removable. Combination ½” / ¾” knockouts are available on the top and side of the cabinet. The cabinet includes five stand-offs for mounting the main chassis and a ground terminal.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Electrical Specifications Input Power The PFC-9000 operates on a nominal 120 or 240 VAC with a minimum and maximum line voltage of 102 VAC and 132 VAC or 204 VAC and 264 VAC respectively. A resettable 4-Amp fuse is installed on the primary side of the transformer-input power. The transformer is a 24-volt transformer that provides 12 Amps of power to the panel. For more detailed information on power consumption refer to the battery calculation sheet.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 CHAPTER 3: CABINET INSTALLATION Step 1 Remove Chassis from Cabinet The chassis is included in every PFC-9000 series fire alarm panel when it leaves the factory. It is recommended that the chassis be removed from the cabinet before installing the cabinet to reduce the possibility of foreign debris being introduced on the circuit boards. The chassis is connected to the cabinet using five #8-32 hex nuts.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 CONNECT GREEN EARTH GROUND WIRE TO MAIN MODULE PCB MOUNTING SCREW P10 P11 P13 P12 + BAT TO DEDICATED 120 VAC, 60 HZ BRANCH CIRCUIT 240 RED 120 N G TO 24 VDC BATTERY BLACK To prevent sparking, connect batteries after the systems main A.C. Power is turned on. DWG# PFC-9000-3 Step 4 Initial System Checkout Before Powering Up the Panel: It is recommended that the PFC-9000 is powered up before any field wiring or modules are connected to it.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Chapter 4 annunciator installation Annunciator Overview The PFC-9000 may be connected in any order to three types of annunciators, liquid crystal display (LCD), light emitting diodes (LED’s) and graphic annunciation. A maximum of 272 points can be annunciated on the LED annunciator or graphic driver. The annunciators must be mounted in a backbox and the number of needed LED’s will determine the backbox size.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 RA-LCD OVERVIEW RS-485 TERMINALS POWER TERMINALS 1 P1 P2 24 VDC SW1 JW1 8 OFF DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ON MENU POTTER PFC-9000 FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL NORMAL CONDITION OCTOBER 2, 2001 CANCEL ENTER INFO ALARM QUEUE SUPV. QUEUE TROUBLE QUEUE A.C.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Field Wiring Terminations P2: Connects to the first adder annunciator chassis. 24 VDC IN and OUT: In terminals for 24 VDC Aux. power from PFC-9000 and out terminals for power to next annunciator. RS485 IN and OUT: In terminals for RS-485 communication from PFC-9000 and out terminals for RS-485 to next annunciator.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 RA-LCD Dip Switch Position The “OFF” setting is the active setting for the RA-LCD annunciator and all of the dipswitches are binary.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 RA-LED 48 An adder display may be added to provide additional LED’s to either the RA-LCD or the RA-LED32. The RA-LED48 is installed above the main annunciator in either the BB-2 or BB-3 back box. The RA-LED48 connects to the other annunciator via a ribbon cable on plug P1.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 PGD-32 and PGD-48 Graphic Drivers The PGD-32 graphic driver provides the link between the PFC-9000 and large graphic annunciators. Other manufacturers supply the actual display, but the lights are illuminated using the graphic driver. The PGD-32 is essentially a large switch that turns on LED’s or lamps that are correlated to a specific input. In addition, the graphic driver provides outputs for the common indicators as well as the common controls.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Care must be taken to ensure that the proper terminals and plugs are connected. Failure to observe plug keys and proper plug locations can result in circuit card and main panel damage. Make all connections from the circuit adder cards to the main panel with the panel powered down and batteries disconnected.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 SLA-127P Single Loop Intelligent Adder Card The Single Loop Adder provides an additional 127 addressable points to the base 127 addressable points standard with the PFC9000. The addressable loop is fully analog/addressable and can be any combination of sensors and modules. Only one loop adder module, either the SLA-127P or the DLA-254P (Dual Loop Intelligent Adder Card) can be installed to a PFC-9000 system.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 DLA-254P Dual Loop Intelligent Adder Card The Dual Loop Adder provides two additional loops with 127 addressable points per loop in addition to the base 127 addressable points standard with the PFC-9000. The addressable loops are fully analog/addressable and can be any combination of sensors and modules. Only one loop adder, either a SLA-127P or DLA-254P can be installed in a PFC-9000.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 ZA-9008 Conventional Circuits Card The ZA-9008 provides either eight Class B conventional circuits or four Class A conventional circuits in addition to the addresses on the loop. The zones may be selected as a number of different input types as allowed in the Configuration Software. Any of the conventional inputs may be correlated to any of the outputs. All field-wiring terminals are removeable for ease of wiring.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 ZA-9008 Conventional Zone Wire Terminations 3.9k Ω EOLR INI #8 INI #7 INI #6 INI #5 INI #4 INI #3 INI #2 TYPICAL CLASS A WIRING. NOTE: EOLR IS NOT USED FOR CLASS A WIRING. INI #1 TYPICAL CLASS B WIRING WITH END OF LINE RESISTOR DWG# PFC-9000-38 Field Wiring Terminals Note: All devices must be either wired Class A or Class B. The combination of Class A and B wiring is for demonstration purposes only.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 IDC-9004 4 Zone Notification Circuit Adder Card The IDC-9004 provides four additional zones of Class A (Style Z) or Class B (Style Y) notification circuits. The IDC-9004 is programmed in the configuration software as either a strobe or signal circuit. When programmed as a signal circuit, that circuit will operate at the same rate as programmed in the configuration software. Each circuit of the IDC-9004 are power limited and have a maximum of 1.7 Amps.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Notification Circuits Wire Terminations CLASS B (STYLE Y) CLASS A (STYLE Z) 3.9k EOLR Note: All devices must be wired either Class A or Class B. A TOTAL OF 10 AMPS POWER AT 24 VDC UNFILTERED ON 8 CIRCUITS. (WITH IDC-9004 INSTALLED) Refer to IDC-9004 bulletin for settings. The combination of Class A and B wiring shown is for demonstration purposes only.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 ARM-9008 Relay Circuits Adder Card The ARM-9008 is a relay card that allows the user to program eight form C relays to any of the inputs in the Configuration Program. Each relay is rated for 1 Amp at 28VDC. The ARM-9008 occupies one space in the PFC-9000 chassis and can be stacked on top of the UDACT-9100 card in the left space.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 ARM-9008 Relay Module Wiring Terminations Do not connect AC power directly to relays. Damage to relay board and panel will result. RELAY 3 NO NC COM RELAY 4 NO NC COM NC NO RELAY 2 COM NO NC COM AUXILIARY RELAY 1 ALL RELAYS ARE POWER LIMITED AND SHOULD HAVE POWER LIMITED CABLING. ONLY CONNECT TO A LISTED POWER SOURCE.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 PR-5000 Polarity Reversal/City Tie Module The PFC-9000 can communicate directly through a hardwire connection. The PR-5000 is a module that will operate by reversing the polarity or supply power to a fire alarm box. The polarity reversal is used for a direct connection to a fire department or communication center. The Polarity Reversal provides a polarity reversal when the panel reaches an alarm state. The contacts on the PR-5000 are marked for the normal condition.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 UDACT-9100 MAIN BOARD: P1 Ribbon Cable for connecting to Potter Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP). P2 RS-485 Connection for future expansion. P3 Not used. U18 Connector for CFG-LCD Configuration Module. Programming the UDACT-9100 The UDACT-9100 is programmed using the CFG-LCD Configuration Tool. The tool is powered directly from the UDACT-9100 and interfaces using a ribbon cable to the U18 plug on the UDACT-9100 as displayed in the UDACT drawing.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 CHAPTER 6 SLC LOOP DEVICES AND WIRING SLC Loop Overview Unlike conventional panels that utilize an initiating circuit, addressable and analog/addressable fire panels use a Signaling Line Circuit or SLC. The recognized definition of an SLC is a circuit or path between any combination of circuit interfaces, control units or transmitters over which multiple system input signals or output signals or both are carried.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 SLC Wiring Styles The National Fire Code defines the minimum requirements for Signaling Line Circuits and the respective operating parameters with a fault condition. Consult the local AHJ to determine which class and style of wiring is required. Class B (Style 4) Addressable Loop Wire Terminations SLC LOOP CLASS B 4W SUP CLASS B USE LEFT POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE AUX PWR AUX. POWER 24 VDC UNFILTERED, 1.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Class A (Style 6) Addressable Loop Wire Terminations SLC LOOP CLASS A 4W SUP AUX PWR AUX. POWER 24 VDC UNFILTERED, 1.7 MAX PFC-9000 FACP KEY SMOKE OR HEAT SENSOR PSCI ISOLATOR DWG# PFC-9000-36 Class A (Style 7) Addressable Loop Wire Terminations SLC LOOP CLASS A 4W SUP AUX PWR AUX. POWER 24 VDC UNFILTERED, 1.7A MAX PFC-9000 FACP KEY PSCI MUST BE CLOSE NIPPLED TO SMOKE/HEAT SENSOR OR MODULE. SMOKE OR HEAT SENSOR T-TAPS NOT ALLOWED ON CLASS A.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Programming Analog/Addressable Devices The PFC-9000 panel has a full line of addressable peripheral devices that may be connected to the SLC. All of the peripherals must have the EEPROM programmed. All new devices are addressed at 127. These devices must be addressed using the Hochiki TCH-B100 hand held programmer. Also, the sensors are analog/addressable and can be diagnosed using the hand held programmer for their analog value.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Programming A/A Modules The FRCM-4, SOM and DRM utilize a remote programming cable that plugs into the module. The cable plug is marked with a number 1 and that must coincide with the plug 1 on the module. The FRCM-2 utilizes the cable without the plug for programming. When programming the modules, at least one of the SLC wires must be removed. To program modules, the device must be isolated from the loop by removing at least one of the SLC loop wires.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The SLC loop, the sensors and the bases are polarity sensitive. The panel will have the terminals marked for positive and negative for both Class A and Class B. The base has three sets of terminals. Terminals number 1 and 2 are for the positive, terminals 5 and 6 are for the negative and terminals 3 and 4 are for a remote annunciation. The remote annunciation has a maximum output of 8 mAmps per base.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 ADSD Duct Smoke Detector The ADSD is the duct smoke detector designed to easily mount on the side of an HVAC duct and monitor for smoke conditions in the duct. A template and mounting hardware is provided with the unit for mounting. The device mounts without the removal of the outer cover. The devices are designed to operate without screens and filters, therefore the amount of maintenance needed for the device is minimal.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Modules All of the SLC modules, except for the FRCM-2, mount in 4” square electrical boxes and have an off white cover plate that allows the LED on the module to be seen. In addition, all of the modules have the same foot print. All of the modules, except the PSCI, require addressing in order to operate as part of the system. The FRCM-4, SOM and DRM utilize a remote programming cable that plugs into the module.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) NAC installation wiring shall not exceed 50 Ohms FROM PFC-9000 24+ (OUT) All wiring shown is supervised and inherently power limited. UL Listed regulated, power limited supply for fire protection signaling service for audible devices.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 PSCI Short Circuit Isolater When a short circuit or direct wire to wire short occurs on the SLC loop, the communication on the entire loop will be lost and the panel will have numerous trouble conditions because of the missing devices. The PSCI is a short circuit isolator that will isolate a short circuit to a portion of the SLC loop and keep a portion of the loop operational instead of losing the entire SLC.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 CHAPTER 7: PANEL OPERATION Panel Power Up: After connecting all field wiring: 1. Check all field (external) wiring for opens, shorts, and grounds. 2. Check that all Modules are installed in the proper location with the proper connections. 3. Check that all interconnection cables are secure, and that all connectors are plugged-in properly. 4.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 When required to enter a pass code, press the queue buttons that correspond with the pass code. For example, the pass code of 0123 would be: ALARM QUEUE SUPV.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Reports The Reports portion of the Command Menu is composed of five parts. To access the Reports section follow the following directions: push the menu button to access the Command Menu MENU The panel will display the following: 1 2 3 -Command Menu – Reports Bypass Walktest v A cursor will be blinking on the number one, now push the Enter Button.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Current Level The Current Levels report indicates the level of alarm of each analog sensor on each loop. The Current Level indicates the Current Level and the Percentage of Alarm. The Current Level is a true analog value, a reading of approximatly 60 is a clean detector. The Percentage of Alarm is a comparison of the level a sensor is in alarm compared to a “clean environment.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Bypass Item 2 in the Command Menu is the Bypass Menu, which allows the user to bypass a single device, circuit, loop or disconnect the common relays. When the Bypass Menu is activated the screen will require the user to select the area to bypass. -BYPASS MENU1 Device/Circuit 2 Loop 3 Relay Disc Selecting number 1 or the Device/Circuit portion, the user may have to enter a password if the Bypass Menu is pass code protected.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Walktest The PFC-9000 has a walk test that can be programmed as audible or silent. When the audible walk test is activated, the panel will automatically reset after about two seconds when a device is put into alarm or a trouble is created. The silent walk test records all of the events into a history buffer and when finished, the buffer can be reviewed.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Clear Event Log This control allows the user to select the log that they wish to clear: Alarm, Event or All. Select the Clear Event Log and enter the pass code if necessary. - Select Log 1 Alarm Log 2 Event Log 3 All Logs Once the log is selected push the ENTER button. The panel will query the user to verify that they want to clear that log. If you are sure, push the ENTER button, if not push the CANCEL button.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 chapter 8: Computer Software installation The power in the PFC-9000 lies in the simplistic programming software. The programming software allows the user to program any input with any output through the ease of Windows® based software. In addition, devices are correlated or mapped by device. There is no need for creating zones or groups of devices.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The Run menu will bring up a dialog box similar to the picture on the previous page. Select browse and select the drive that corresponds with CD ROM. Double click on the Configuration Software folder and open the Install.exe file. This will begin the installation of the PFC Configuration Software onto the computer. The install.exe is only half of the set-up that is required to fully load the PFC-Configuration Software.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Click the OK if you desire to create a short cut on the computer desktop. The software will automatically close and the second half must be started. Once the install portion of the software is completed, the second half of the configuration software must be completed. In the Report folder there is a file called setup.exe that completes the second half of the software installation.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The screen on the left will be displayed before the software begins to load. The program needs to load in the Program Files portion of the Windows® software. Push the button with computer and the software will begin to load. The software will ask the installer what name is to be added to the Program Group Box. The default is “Report For PFC.” Simply press the Continue button and continue the installation.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 When the Reports for the PFC is finished loading, the software will prompt the user to press the OK button. The software is completely loaded and ready to use. Unlike many other programs, the PFC Config does not require a computer restart to finish loading. Once the program installation is complete, the software is ready.
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PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 CHAPTER 9: CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE When the configuration software is opened for the first time, the screen above will be displayed. The right side of the screen shows the portion of the programming that is particular for the portion selected on the left. The column on the left side are groups that contain the programming for the rest of the panel. The Base Panel is the entire panel and all of the other operations fall under the base.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Quick Start – Auto Programming The Auto Programming feature of the panel can be used to establish an initial program in the panel. This initial program can then be downloaded into the configuration software and modified. The following steps are followed for this procedure. The detail for each step can be found in the corresponding section of the programming manual later in this chapter. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 File Menu Backup Database The Backup Database copies all of the files in the main database and puts a copy in the backup folder. Potter recommends that the database be backed up at least weekly and store the backup somewhere other than the computer used to build the programs. Back up copies may be stored on CD’s or network drives. Failure to create a back-up may result in the installer losing programs in operating systems.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Print Reports - Input Messages From the previous screen, double clicking on the version of the report selected will bring up the input message screen shown below. The reports include input to output correlations, input message tags, duplicate inputs and outputs and UDACT-9100 mapping. Below is a description of the various buttons and columns on the screen.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The above report is the mapping of the inputs to the output and is called the I/O Correlation report. The report presents the inputs mapped to the outputs in a chronological order based on the address number. For every input, the report will have a new line for the output. Other than the four base signals, the outputs cannot be given a custom tag.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The above report is the UDACT Map IP report that illustrates how the UDACT 9000 will report to the monitoring station. The Ckt No is the circuit number for the internal addressing in the system. The panel selects the circuit number automatically and chronologically in the order that the equipment was entered into the configuration software. The circuit numbers start at number 0.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 User Preferences Under the File Menu the User Preferences section shows the mapping of the database to the different folders in the Program Files file folder. The User Preferences would only need to be changed if the name was changed or the files were mapped to different folders. Exit The Exit command exits the PFC Config program. When the program is opened the next time, the program will open exactly where it was left off.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Open Job The Open Job opens an existing job that is in the main database. Once the user selects the Open Job, the display will require the user to click on the drop down box and select the job that is desired. The Import Job allows the user to open a job from a different source other than the main database. When the job is imported, it will create a new version of the currently selected job and then be part of the main database.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Item Menu The Item Menu is where about 80-90% of all the programming will occur. The Item Menu is where the user will add and modify devices and adder cards, configure annunciators and add loop adders. The Item Menu configures the area of the panel that is selected. Base Panel Modification The Base Panel is the where the basic system design begins. The Base Panel must be highlighted, the Item Menu selected then Modify.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The picture on the right shows the different areas that can be selected for adding and modifying. The area highlighted is the area that can be added, modified or deleted. If an area is not highlighted, then nothing can be changed. Once the desired section is highlighted, click on Item from the toolbar and select the necessary function, such as Add, Modify, etc.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The panel can be programmed to automatically silence the notification circuits after a given amount of time has passed. The picture indicates the times that can be selected. The default is disabled which require either a manual signal or a system reset to silence the notification appliances. In addition, the panel can be programmed to prevent the silencing of the notification appliances until a set time has passed.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Loop 0 is the hardwired, (non-addressable), loop that contains the four base NAC circuits and all of the programming for the hardwired devices. Adding Circuits Click on the Loop 0 to highlight it, now click on Item in the toolbox at the top of the page and scroll down to Add. The inset screen is what will be displayed under the Add selection. The only equipment that can be added to loop 0 is Circuits, (ZA-9008, IDC-9004, ARM-9008), and Annunciators, (RA-LCD or RA-LED).
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The screen below shows how to add a circuit to Loop 0. The user will have to choose the type of circuit to add. The ZA-9008, like the analog/addressable devices, can be one of a number of different types of inputs. In addition, when adding the circuit, the user can automatically map the inputs to all of the existing signals, strobes and relays. The check box between the input type and the message will allow the circuit to be silencable/deactivable.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Similar to the ZA-9008, the notification and relay circuit adder cards are easily added and modified during the initial set-up. The notification card must have the inputs selected as strobe or signal. In addition, each circuit should be selected as silenceable/ deactivatable during installation. The output circuit adder cards, IDC-9004 and the AMR-9008, can be correlated to the input circuits in the correlations section on pages 81 and 82.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Adding, Modifying Analog/Addressable Devices The analog/addressable devices are added on Loop 1, Loop 2 and Loop 3. The method for adding, modifying, correlating and deleting devices on these loops are identical. As before, the Loop 1 must be highlighted then select add, delete, modify or correlate from the Item Menu. When a loop is highlighted, the devices that are included on that loop are displayed on right side of the screen.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Hochiki Ion, AIS Hochiki Photo, APS Hochiki Heat, AHD Hochiki Duct, ADSD FRCM-2, FRCM-4 (IPT Mod) DRM, Dual Relay Mod SOM, Supv Output Mod - Ionization Smoke Sensor - Photoelectric Smoke Sensor - 135º Fixed Temperature Heat Sensor - Duct Smoke Sensor with or without relay - Single Address Input Module - Output Module with Dual Form C Relays - Output Module with End of Line Supervision The Process refers to how the panel will process the signal from a particu
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Adding a Printer or CRT An RS-232 connection is provided for connection of a serial printer or CRT to the PFC-9000 series panel. An Epson LX300X printer is recommended. The printer or CRT plugs into port P9 on the main fire alarm board. (see pg. 8 for location). NOTE: Access to P9 is blocked if a UDACT is installed. The configuration software contains the programming information to add a printer. The printer is added to the Display section.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 The correlating of devices is accomplished by selecting the loop and device that is to be correlated. In order to correlate a particular device, select the device then click on the Item Menu, Correlations. The screen below will appear for the devices that are already correlated and the devices that are available. The top group of devices are the devices available that have not been correlated. The bottom list is the devices that are currently correlated.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Send Job The panel does not have an upload and download, it has Get and Send. Sending information to and from the panel is in respect to the computer. The user sends information and programming to the panel, and the computer gets information from the panel. Therefore, when a job is complete, validated and the computer is connected to the panel, the Send Job command is used to send the job to the panel. Get Job The Get Job can be used in conjunction with the Auto Program.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Test Menu The Test Menu allows the user to transfer the entire database as well as validate the entire database with a single command. The Extract All Db allows the user to copy the entire database and transfer it to a multimedia device or another drive. The Validate All will validate every job and every version that is currently in the software. Depending on the size of the database, the Validate All command could require a substantial amount of time.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix A - Module Specifications and Features Main Fire Alarm Chassis PFC-9000 Electrical ratings: - AC Line Voltage: 102 to 132 VAC 4 Amps or 204 to 264 VAC (primary) - Power Supply ratings: 12 Amps. max. (secondary) - For Notification Circuits: 24VDC unfiltered 10 Amps. max. - Charging capability: 17-40 AH batteries General: - One Analog Loop capable of monitoring 127 Sensors and Modules. Power Limited: 40 VDC, 400 mA max, max loop resistance 50 ohms.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Hardwire Detection Adder Module (ZA-9008) - 8 supervised Style B (Class B) or 4 Style D (Class A) Initiating Circuits; fully configurable. Terminals are labeled “INI”. Initiating Circuits are Compatibility ID “A”. Power Limited: 22VDC, 3 mA standby, 5mV ripple, 50 mA max. (alarm) Current Consumption: Standby: 80 mA, Alarm: 100 mA Hardwire Signal Adder Module (IDC-9004) - 4 Style Y or Z (Class B or A) Notification Circuits; configurable as strobes or audibles.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix B - Battery Calculation and Current Draw POWER REQUIREMENTS (ALL CURRENTS ARE IN MILIAMPERES) MODEL NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY STDBY TOTAL STDBY ALARM PFC-9000 Main Chassis (12 Amp) SLA-127P Single Loop Adder 35 50 DLA-254P Dual Loop Adder 35 50 ZA-9008 4 Zone NAC Card 80 100 IDC-9004 4 Zone NAC Card 35 150 ARM-9008 8 Relay Circuit Module 25 150 UDACT-9100 Dialer Module 40 60 PR-5000 City Tie Module 35 300 230 230 2-Wire Smoke Det
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix C - Compatible Devices Underwrites Laboratories Inc (UL) UNITED STATES: 2-Wire Smoke Detector Control Panel Compatibility Analog and Addressable Device Compatibility for Loops 1,2, and 3.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Hardwire 2-Wire Smoke Detector Compatability (United States): 1) The below listed Smoke Detectors are compatible with Initiating Circuits having Compatibility Identifier “A”. Do not mix different brands of smoke detectors on the same initiating circuit. Smoke Detector Make/Model Base Compatibility Identifier Head/Base Rated Standby Current POTTER IS-24/SB-93 HD-3/HB-3 0.040mA 0.045mA PS-24/SB-93 HD-3/HB-3 PS-24H/SB-93 HD-3/HB-3 0.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Hardwire 2-Wire Smoke Detector Compatability United States (Continued): Smoke Detector Make Model/Base Compatibility Identifier Head/Base Rated Standby Current SYSTEM SENSOR 1100 A-N/A 0.12mA 1151/B110LP A-A 0.12mA 1151/B116LP A-A 0.12mA 1400 A-N/A 0.10mA 1451/B401 A-A 0.12mA 1451/B401B A-A 0.12mA 1451/B406B A-A 0.12mA 1451DH/DH400 A-A 0.12mA 2100 A-N/A 0.12mA 2100T A-N/A 0.12mA 2151/B110LP A-A 0.12mA 2151/B116LP A-A 0.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Underwriter’s Laboratories of Canada (ULC) Canadian: 2-Wire Smoke Detector Control Panel Compatibility Compatability: Analog Loop Device Potter APS Photoelectric Smoke Sensor Potter AHD Heat Sensor Potter AIS Ionization Smoke Sensor Potter ADSD Analog Duct Sensor Potter FRCM-2, FRCM-4 Fast Response Contact Monitoring Module Potter SOM-4 Supervised Output Module Potter PSCI Short Circuit Isolator Module Potter DRM Dual Relay Module
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Canadian: 2-Wire Smoke Detector Control Panel Compatibility (Continued) Smoke Detector Make Model/Base Make Model/Base SYSTEM SENSOR MIRTONE 1400-A 73471 2400-A 73494 1451-A/B401B 73575 1451-A/B406B 73495/73486 2451-A/B401B 73495/73487 2451-A/B406B 73595/73486 1451DH/400A 73595/73497 2451-A/DH400A 73594/73400 73405/73400 POTTER 73594/73401 IS-24/SB-93 73405/73401 PS-24/SB-93 D1-3/DV3S PS-24H/SB-93 BPS-2/NA Hardwire 4-Wire Smoke Detector Compatabi
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix D – Troubleshooting Tips Quick Troubleshooting Guide: The LCD and individual LED Indicators will give a concise description of any Panel or Wiring Faults detected. The Queue buttons can be used to select a type of event, and the cursor buttons to select individual events. Additional details are available by pressing and holding the “INFO” button. A.C. ON If the green LED is not illuminated, check that110 VAC (nominal) power is connected.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix E - City Tie/ Polarity Reversal Module Polarity Reversal and City Tie Module (Model: PR-5000) Terminal Connections Wire as shown using proper wire gauges. Note that for use in the USA, the installer MUST add an Atlantic Scientific (Tel. 407-725-8000) Model #24544 Protective Device, or similar UL-Listed QVRG Secondary Protector, as shown.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix F – Programming the UDACT-9100 Note: Command Menu feature 9 can only be accessed if jumper JW2 is placed on the main board, see Table 3. Dialer Config (Command-Menu): The following illustration shows the dialer configuration menu. Each item in this menu is described below in detail. Use the Up and Down keys to scroll through the menu and press the Enter key to make a selection.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Command Menu/Dialer Config/Account Info 3.Account#1 Reporting Format ACCNT#1 Format: [X] Contact ID [X] CONTACT ID-Default [ ] SIA 300 Baud Set the reporting format that is recognized or preferred by the monitoring station. 654321->Default Same as Account#1. [ ] SIA 110 Baud Command Menu/Dialer Config/Account Info 4. Account# 2 Identification Account#2 ID: 654321 Command Menu/Dialer Config/Account Info 5.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Dialer Test Messages The following messages will display during the test processes of Lines #1 and #2. The messages that will appear depend on the status of the dialer and the test results that are found. Dialer idle no w The dialer is checking the line for voltage. This message automatically displays when Manual Test is selected. No DC Volt No DC line voltage. The line is dead or no phone line is connected or the phone line operates at abnormal voltage.
PFC-9000 • 5403535 • REV G • 9/08 Appendix G – The input power is high voltage and can cause electrical shock and poses an electrocution hazard. The PFC-9000 fire alarm control panel must be connected to a 120 VAC power supply. The 220 VAC models must be connected to a 220 VAC power supply. The system will not operate nor is it designed to operate solely on batteries. The electrical connections and wiring methods should follow the guidelines of NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code.
