HOCHIKI FireNET FN-DAC Intelligent Addressable Panels User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- HOCHIKI
Table of Contents
HOCHIKI FireNET FN-DAC Intelligent Addressable Panels
Introduction
This guide is designed to explain the basic steps necessary to install and use
the FN-DAC communicator. Please consult the FN-DAC Installation and Operation
Manual (part number 1700-10370) for complete instructions on the installation
and operation of the FN-DAC.
IMPORTANT
- You must use panel firmware 3.800 or greater!
- You must use Loop Explorer software version 6.0 or greater!
If you have questions about the firmware and software required to use the FN- DAC, please contact Hochiki America before proceeding.
Installation Remove power from the panel before installing the FN-DAC.
Step 1 Using the four mounting screws, install the FN-DAC in the
enclosure.
Step 2 Connect 24 VDC power to the J7 connector. Be sure to observe
correct polarity!
Step 3 Connect the ribbon cable between the J2 connector and the
FireNET panel J5 (PC) connector.
Step 4 Connect the telephone lines to the FN-DAC. L1 and L2 are the
incoming phone lines; P1 and P2 are used to connect the premise phones. RJ31X
jacks must be used.
See pages 11 22 of the FN-DAC Installation and Operation Manual for additional details.
Programming
Step 1 You must add the FN-DAC from the level 3 menu (Edit Configuration > Edit I/O > Add Dialer)
Step 2 Program the correct account number, reporting format/protocol and phone number using the menu options (Edit Configuration > Edit I/O > Edit Dialer > Edit Accounts Attributes). Account 1 is the primary account and account 2 is the backup account. Both accounts must be programmed. Accounts 3 and 4 are for optional duplicate reporting. Use the up and down arrow keys to make your programming selection.
Use the right arrow key to move to the next location; press the Enter button when programming is complete.
You may also use Loop Explorer to configure the FN-DAC. Please see pages 28 37 of the FN-DAC manual for additional details on programming.
Testing
See Section 5 of the FN-DAC manual. Testing should be done by generating reportable events on the FireNET panel. Confirm receipt of the events with your monitoring station.
Troubleshooting
See Section 5 of the FN-DAC manual.
FN-DAC Quick Start Guide Feb 2008, revision 0.1
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