CERBERUS FPI-32 SensorLINK Programmer and Tester User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- CERBERUS
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FPI-32 Sensor LINK Programmer and Tester
User Manual
Sensor LINK Programmer and Tester
For Intelligent Initiating Devices
ENGINEER AND ARCHITECT SPECIFICATIONS
Model: FPI-32 Programmer/Tester
- Program, Test and Menu Modes
- User Can Change Modes Anytime During FPI-32 Operation
- Simple Menu Operation
- Compact and Portable
- Withstands Field Handling and Shock
- Up to 4 Hours of Operation on Full Battery Charge
- Standard Rechargeable Batteries
- AC Adapter
- Built-in DB-3S Base for Use with Detectors
- Non-Polarized Jack for Use with Manual Stations, Interface Modules and ICP Modules
- Green Light on Keyboard Indicates Charger On
- Red Light on Keyboard Indicates Low Battery
- Automatic Shut Off After 5 Minutes of Keyboard Inactivity
- Optional Carrying Case
- Listed, ULC Listed, FM and CSFM Approved
Program Mode:
- Electronically sets address into device’s chip memory
- Automatically verifies programmed address
- Automatically verifies device’s functionality
- Stores in memory last programmed address until power is off
- Eliminates need for mechanical address programming pins, dipswitches or rotary dials
Test Mode:
- Automatically performs a sequence of functionality tests
- Informs user if device has passed or failed tests
Menu Mode:
- Gives device’s analog response information
- Special test-function options
Introduction
Cerberus Piezotronics Sensor LINK , model FPI-32 Programmer/Tester is the most sophisticated technological advancement for programming and testing Cerberus Piezotronics “Intelligent Initiating Devices.” The FPI-32 can be used with IL and ID-60 Series detectors, MSI Series manual stations, TRI Series Interfaces, CZM-1 Conventional Zone Modules, or ICP Control Modules.
Description
The FPI-32 Programmer/Tester is a compact, portable, menu driven accessory
which makes programming and testing an intelligent initiating device faster,
easier and more dependable than previous methods. The FPI-32 communicates
with the Cerberus Piezotronics Intelligent Initiating Devices and
electronically programs an address into the device’s microcomputer chip
nonvolatile memory.
The FPI-32 can also test Cerberus Piezotronics Intelligent Initiating Devices
for functionality.
The FPI-32 comes with an integral keypad and LCD display, an integral DB-3S
base for use with detectors, a nonpolarized jack for use with manual stations
and interface modules, CZM-1 modules and ICP modules, six standard long-life
rechargeable batteries, and an AC adapter. The AC adapter is for using the
FPI-32 with AC power and to charge the batteries. Both a shoulder strap and
carrying handle are also standard. The carrying case is optional.
Operation
The keyboard includes three mode keys, one for programming, one for testing
and one for special menu functions, as well as keys for yes, no, clear,
numbers 0 to 9, on and off and a 2 line by 16 character LCD display.
The keys to turn the FPI-32 on and off are colored blue and are on the
opposite end of the keyboard from the other keys.
All questions or menu selections can be made using either the yes, no, clear,
or numeric keys 0 through 9. The yes, no and clear keys are red colored and
appear on the keyboard as YES, NO and C respectively. When the C key is
pressed the FPI-32 will either clear any current user entry or return the user
to the previously shown text. The numeric keys are blue colored and are used
to assign a device’s numeric address. For the XL3 system, the FPI-32 will
accept address numbers 1 through 30. For the MXL and IXL systems, the FPI-32
will accept address numbers 1 through 60. If the user attempts to use an
unacceptable numeric address, the FPI-32 will give the user an “invalid
address” error message.
Three main mode keys found on the keypad allow the user to select between a
program, test or special menu mode. These keys are colored red and are labeled
as “PROG,” “TEST” and “MENU” respectively. Upon selection of a mode, the
FPI-32 guides the user in completing a program or test by the use of
questions. If the user desires to use or switch to a different mode anytime
the FPI-32 is being operated, the user may do so by simply pressing the
desired “PROG,” “TEST” or “MENU” key.
If the user wishes to program a Cerberus Piezotronics Intelligent Initiating
Device’s address, the PROG key is pressed. The FPI-32 will ask if the user is
using an XL3 or MXL control panel. When programming or testing “I” Series
devices for the IXL system, the “MXL” choice is selected. Then the FPI-32’s
menu question format will guide the user, so the user can program the
device’s new address. The FPI-32 will also automatically test the device for
functionality and will verify the device’s new address. This process takes
less time and is more accurate than any other programming method available in
today’s market. The device’s address is electronically set by the FPI-32. The
FPI- 32 will hold in its memory the last programmed address number. When the
user is ready to program another intelligent device’s address, the FPI-32 will
automatically query the user if the next address in sequence should be used.
The user may either select the next sequenced address or input a different
address. The FPI-32 address sequence memory will remain active until the
FPI-32 is turned off.
The FPI-32 also has two device testing modes. The first test mode can be used
by pressing the TEST key. The TEST mode will automatically perform a sequence
of functionality tests and inform the user if the device has passed or failed
the functionality test. The second test mode can be used by pressing the MENU
key. The user has several test and test-function options in the MENU mode. The
MENU mode is designed for the advanced technician who is familiar with the
device’s analog responses. The device’s analog responses which are displayed
by the FPI-32 are the CAL, ID1, ID2 and ANALOG2 values. During any mode, when
the FPI-32 tests a detector, the FPI-32 will pulse only a functional
detector’s LED. Also, when testing a TRI-60R interface or ICP, the FPI-32 will
switch the interface’s relay on and off.
For portability, the FPI-32 is designed to operate on its own battery power
for up to four hours when the batteries are fully charged. The user can carry
the FPI-32 to an area where it is most convenient to address or test the
device. The FPI-32 has six standard long-life rechargeable batteries. To keep
the batteries from being depleted when the FPI-32 is not in use, the FPI-32 is
designed to automatically shut off if the keypad is not used for 5 minutes.
For longest battery life, the batteries should be fully recharged when the
red, “low battery” light comes on.
The AC adapter supplies AC power for the FPI-32 and for recharging its
batteries. When the AC adapter is used a green light on the keyboard will come
on to indicate the batteries are being charged.
A non-polarized jack is for use with intelligent manual stations, interfaces
modules, ICP control modules and CZM-1 Conventional Zone Module. The FPI-32
has built in polarization equalizer which automatically ensures the proper
polarity connection to a manual station or interface module or CZM-1 module.
There is an indented area on the FPI-32 for resting a manual station, an
interface device or a CZM-1 module. The FPI-32 is designed to take shocks from
a typical field handling. For instance, a drop from table height will
typically not affect the FPI-32.
Engineer/Architect Specifications
NOTE: If desired, this specification can be used in addition to the
Cerberus Piezotronics Intelligent Initiating Device’s specification.
The addressable initiating device’s programmer/tester accessory shall be
capable of programming the device’s address or testing the device for
functionality. The programmer/tester accessory shall be a Cerberus
Piezotronics Model FPI-32. The unit shall be portable and shall contain
standard, replaceable, rechargeable batteries. The programmer/tester shall
have a keyboard which shall include three mode keys, one for programming, one
for testing and one for special menu functions, as well as keys for yes, no,
clear, numbers 0 to 9, on and off and a 2 line by 16 character LCD display.
The programmer/tester shall have an integral detector base. Other standard
items shall be an AC adapter to allow the programmer/tester unit to operate on
AC power and to recharge its batteries, a nonpolarized jack and receptacle for
programming and testing for manual stations, interface modules, CZM-1
Conventional Zone Modules and ICP control modules. The programmer/tester shall
be menu driven.
When an addressable initiating device is programmed the programmer/tester
shall electronically set the device’s address into the device’s memory and
automatically verify the address to the user. The last programmed address
shall reside in the programmer/tester’s memory as long as the
programmer/tester remains on. The programmer/tester shall be capable of
testing the intelligent devices for functionality. The programmer/tester shall
have two test modes. One test mode shall inform the user if the device has
passed or failed a set sequence of functionality tests. The other test mode
shall inform the user of the intelligent device’s analog responses.
If the keyboard is not used for a period of 5 minutes, the programmer/tester
shall turn itself off. The program and test accessory shall have a “Charge On”
light indicator and a “Low Battery” light indicator. An optional carrying
case shall be available.
In the Programming (“PROG”) mode, when programming devices for the XL3 system,
the “XL3” menu option shall be selected. For programming devices for the IXL
or MXL systems, the “MXL” menu option shall be selected.
Technical Specifications
Weight (FPI-32 with batteries): 4 lbs. 5 oz.
Dimension: 12 ¾” x 9¼” x 1½”
Power:
Using Transformer 120 VAC
Using Batteries 9 volts (6 x 1.5 volt)
Replacement Batteries Use : Size AA, NiCad Panasonic P/N#P-50A or YUASA
P/N#500AA or equivalent
For additional information refer to the Operations Manual (P/N 315-090077).
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Part No. | Shipping Wt. |
|---|---|---|---|
| FPI-CC | Carrying Case | 310-190247 | 3 lbs. 2 oz. (1.4kg.) |
| FPI-32 | FPI-32 Package | 500-790248 | 5 lbs. 2 oz. (2.3kg.) |
Cerberus Pyrotronics
8 Ridgedale Avenue
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
Tel: 201-267-1300
FAX: 201-397-7008
Cerberus Piezotronics
50 East Pearce Street
Richmond Hill, Ontario
L4B, 1B7 CN
Tel: 905-764-8384
FAX: 905-731-9182
6/96 5M CPY-IG
Printed in U.S.A.
June 1996
Superseded sheet dated 3/95
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