Simplex 4100U Fire Alarm Control Panel Instruction Manual

June 9, 2024
Simplex

4100U Fire Alarm Control Panel

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4100U Fire Alarm
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Copyrights and Trademarks
Copyright © 2003 Tyco Safety Products (a Tyco company). All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written consent of Tyco Safety Products. Tyco, Simplex, the Simplex logo, MAPNET II, IDNet, TrueAlarm, SmartSync, WALKTEST, MINIPLEX, and TrueAlert are trademarks of Tyco International Services AG or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. VESDA is a trademark of Vision Products Pty Ltd. Simplex fire alarm technology is protected by the following U.S. Patent Numbers: TrueAlarm analog smoke detection: 5,155,468; 5,173,683 and 5,543,777. IDNet and MAPNET II addressable communications; 4,796,025. TrueAlert addressable notification; 6,313,744 and 6,426,697. SmartSync horn/strobe control; 6,281,789.
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Cautions and Warnings
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Follow the instructions in this installation manual. These instructions must be followed to avoid damage to this product and associated equipment. Product operation and reliability depends upon proper installation.
DO NOT INSTALL ANY PRODUCT THAT APPEARS DAMAGED. Upon unpacking your product, inspect the contents of the carton for shipping damage. If damage is apparent, immediately file a claim with the carrier and notify your product supplier.
SAFETY HAZARD – The 4100U CPU Card includes a lithium battery. There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD – Disconnect electrical field power when making any internal adjustments or repairs. Servicing should be performed by qualified personnel.
STATIC HAZARD – Static electricity can damage components. Therefore, handle as follows:
· Ground yourself before opening or installing components (use the 553-484 Static Control Kit).
· Prior to installation, keep components wrapped in anti-static material at all times.
EYE SAFETY HAZARD – Under certain fiber optic application conditions, the optical output of this device may exceed eye safety limits. Do not use magnification (such as a microscope or other focusing equipment) when viewing the output of this device.
RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY – This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
SYSTEM REACCEPTANCE TEST AFTER SOFTWARE CHANGES – To ensure proper system operation, this product must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 after any programming operation or change in site-specific software. Reacceptance testing is required after any change, addition or deletion of system components, or after any modification, repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring.
All components, circuits, system operations, or software functions known to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition, to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected, at least 10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be tested and proper system operation verified.
IMPORTANT: Verify 4100U System Programmer, Executive, and Slave Software compatibility when installing or replacing system components. Refer to Solution Bulletin SB01014 for compatibility information.
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Table of Contents
How to Use this Publication……………………………………………………………………………….xix Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………….xix General Conventions…………………………………………………………………………………….xix Keyboard Conventions ………………………………………………………………………………….xix Using the Mouse………………………………………………………………………………………….. xx
Chapter 1. Overview
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….1-1
Programming Overview……………………………………………………………………………………1-2 Typical Programming Process ………………………………………………………………………1-2
Interface Overview ………………………………………………………………………………………….1-4 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-4 Tabs………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1-5 Icons ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1-6
Chapter 2. Installing the PC Programmer
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….2-1
System Requirements ……………………………………………………………………………………..2-2 System Requirements ………………………………………………………………………………….2-2 Other Required Components ………………………………………………………………………..2-2
Attaching the Software key……………………………………………………………………………….2-3 Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-3 Installation ………………………………………………………………………………………………….2-3
Installing the Programmer ………………………………………………………………………………..2-4 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-4 Installation Procedure…………………………………………………………………………………..2-4
Chapter 3. Basic Operations
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….3-1
Starting the Programmer ………………………………………………………………………………….3-2 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………..3-2
Creating a New Job…………………………………………………………………………………………3-3 Starting the New Job Wizard…………………………………………………………………………3-3 Creating a New Job From Scratch …………………………………………………………………3-3 Importing an OASYS Transfer File…………………………………………………………………3-5
Opening an Existing Job ………………………………………………………………………………….3-6
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Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-6 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………..3-6
Entering the Panel CPU Serial Number ……………………………………………………………..3-7 Entering the Panel CPU Serial Number ………………………………………………………….3-7
Saving a Job…………………………………………………………………………………………………..3-8 Save Option………………………………………………………………………………………………..3-8 Using the Save As Option …………………………………………………………………………….3-8
Uploading a CFIG or Log File from the Panel ……………………………………………………3-10 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-10 Step 1. Starting the Transfer Utility ……………………………………………………………..3-10 Step 2. Set Serial Communication Parameter Settings ………………………………….3-11 Step 3. Connect Serial Cable between PC and Panel ……………………………………3-11 Step 4. Start Upload at PC …………………………………………………………………………3-12 Step 5. Unbuild the CFIG File to Create a .SDB File ……………………………………..3-13
Archiving, Backing Up, and Restoring Jobs ………………………………………………………3-14 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-14 Archiving a Job ………………………………………………………………………………………….3-14 Backing Up a Job ………………………………………………………………………………………3-15 Restoring a Backed Up or Archived Job ……………………………………………………….3-15
Converting a Pre-Revision 10 Job to Revision 10 ……………………………………………..3-17 Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-17 Converting a Job ……………………………………………………………………………………….3-17 Reviewing and Verifying the Job ………………………………………………………………….3-18
Entering Notes/Setting Preferences…………………………………………………………………3-20 Entering Notes…………………………………………………………………………………………..3-20 Setting Preferences ……………………………………………………………………………………3-20
Chapter 4. Editing Panel Information, System Options, and Restricting Access to Display Functions
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….4-1
Entering General Information ……………………………………………………………………………4-2 Open General Information Screen …………………………………………………………………4-2
Enabling and Disabling System Options …………………………………………………………….4-3 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4-3 Detailed System Option Descriptions……………………………………………………………..4-4
Restricting Access to Operator Interface Functions……………………………………………4-12 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4-12 Step 1. Edit Access Levels…………………………………………………………………………4-12 Step 2. Edit Passcodes ……………………………………………………………………………..4-13
Chapter 5. Specifying Hardware Components
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….5-1
Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-2 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-2
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Hardware Tab Window…………………………………………………………………………………5-2
Adding and Editing Units ………………………………………………………………………………….5-4 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-4 Adding a Unit ………………………………………………………………………………………………5-4 Editing Unit Properties………………………………………………………………………………….5-4
Adding and Editing Boxes and Bays ………………………………………………………………….5-6 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-6 Adding a Box ………………………………………………………………………………………………5-6 Editing/Viewing Box and Bay Properties …………………………………………………………5-6
Adding Cards………………………………………………………………………………………………….5-8 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-8 Adding Option Cards ……………………………………………………………………………………5-8 Editing Basic Card Properties ……………………………………………………………………….5-9
Chapter 6. Editing Non-Audio Card Properties
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….6-1
Editing RUI-Specific Property Settings……………………………………………………………….6-2 Accessing the RUI-Specific Settings ………………………………………………………………6-2 Editing Settings……………………………………………………………………………………………6-2
Editing Service Port-Specific Settings………………………………………………………………..6-3 Accessing the Service Port …………………………………………………………………………..6-3 Setting Communication Settings ……………………………………………………………………6-3 Port Data ­ General Info. Tab ……………………………………………………………………….6-4 Port Data ­ Access Levels Tab ……………………………………………………………………..6-4 Port Data ­ Port Options Tab ………………………………………………………………………..6-5
Editing 4120 NIC/4120 Network Repeater Property Settings ………………………………..6-6 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6-6 Accessing the Network Information………………………………………………………………..6-6 Setting Network Information ………………………………………………………………………….6-6
Editing Power Supply Property Settings …………………………………………………………….6-7 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6-7 Accessing Power Supply- Specific Information…………………………………………………6-7 System Power Supply Options………………………………………………………………………6-8 RPS Options……………………………………………………………………………………………….6-9 TPS Options ……………………………………………………………………………………………..6-10 XPS Options ……………………………………………………………………………………………..6-10
Editing DACT Card Property Settings ………………………………………………………………6-11 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6-11 Basics Tab………………………………………………………………………………………………..6-11 Event Codes Tab……………………………………………………………………………………….6-12 Local Points Tab………………………………………………………………………………………..6-13 Point Types Tab (Per Point DACT Only)……………………………………………………….6-14 Points Tab (Per Point DACT Only)……………………………………………………………….6-15
Setting up Per Point SDACT Automatic Email …………………………………………………..6-17 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6-17 Step 1. Verify Outlook Profile Name, Password, and Default Email Profile……….6-17 Step 2. Add Central Station Entry to Address Book……………………………………….6-19 Step 3. Make Sure Email Preferences are Set Correctly ………………………………..6-21
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Editing TrueAlert Controller Options ………………………………………………………………..6-22 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6-22 Opening TrueAlert Controller Properties Screen ……………………………………………6-22 Programming Card Properties……………………………………………………………………..6-22 Programming Device Properties ………………………………………………………………….6-23
Editing Annunciator-Specific Properties……………………………………………………………6-24 Internal, External, and LCD Annunciator Properties ……………………………………….6-24 4100-7402 Graphic LED/Switch Controller ……………………………………………………6-25
Editing 2120 Interface Properties …………………………………………………………………….6-26 Terms and Concepts ………………………………………………………………………………….6-26 Determine the Number of Transponder Addresses Required…………………………..6-26 Opening 2120 Interface Properties Screen……………………………………………………6-27 Define General Settings ……………………………………………………………………………..6-27 Data Entry Fields ……………………………………………………………………………………….6-28 Automatically Defining Monitor and Control Slots …………………………………………..6-28 Manually Defining Monitor and Control Slots …………………………………………………6-29 Editing Monitor Slot Data…………………………………………………………………………….6-30 Editing Control Slot Data …………………………………………………………………………….6-32
Chapter 7. Programming Non-Audio Points
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….7-1
Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-2 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-2 Point, Card, and Unit Views ………………………………………………………………………….7-2 Sort Function ………………………………………………………………………………………………7-3 AutoFill………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-3 Custom Label Spell Check ……………………………………………………………………………7-4 Search ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….7-4 Filter ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-5
Importing/Exporting a CSV File Containing Point Definitions ………………………………..7-6 Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-6 Exporting a CSV File ……………………………………………………………………………………7-6 Importing a CSV File ……………………………………………………………………………………7-7
Programming Function Keys, Switches, and LEDs ……………………………………………..7-8 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-8 Step 1. Choose LED or Switch to Program…………………………………………………….7-8 Step 2. Select Switch or LED Mode ………………………………………………………………7-9 Step 3. Choose Reference Address………………………………………………………………7-9 High-Level Mode Programming for Display Cards……………………………………………7-9
Programming Monitor Points…………………………………………………………………………..7-11 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-11 Step 1. Choose Monitor Point to Program ……………………………………………………7-11 Step 2. Define Device Type………………………………………………………………………..7-12 Step 3. Define Point Type ………………………………………………………………………….7-13 Step 4. Define Custom Label ……………………………………………………………………..7-13
Programming NAC and Signal Points ………………………………………………………………7-14 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-14 Step 1. Choose NAC or Signal Point to Program…………………………………………..7-14 Step 2. Define Point Type ………………………………………………………………………….7-15 Step 3. Define Custom Label ……………………………………………………………………..7-15
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Step 4. Use the NAC Power Consumption Calculator ……………………………………7-16 Power Consumption Build Warnings…………………………………………………………….7-17
Programming Relay Points……………………………………………………………………………..7-18 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-18 Step 1. Choose Relay Point to Program ………………………………………………………7-18 Step 2. Define Point Type ………………………………………………………………………….7-19 Step 3. Define Custom Label ……………………………………………………………………..7-19
Programming IDNet and MAPNET Points ………………………………………………………..7-20 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-20 Step 1. Choose IDNet/MAPNET Point to Program ………………………………………..7-20 Step 2. Define Point Type ………………………………………………………………………….7-21 Step 3. Define Custom Label ……………………………………………………………………..7-21
Programming Pseudo Points ………………………………………………………………………….7-22 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-22 Step 1 Choose Pseudo Point to Program …………………………………………………….7-22 Step 2. Define Custom Label ……………………………………………………………………..7-23 Step 3. Define Analog Pseudo Point Type……………………………………………………7-24 Step 4. Programming Digital Pseudo Point Type…………………………………………..7-24
Chapter 8. Audio Programming
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….8-1
Programming Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………….8-2 Guidelines and Restrictions…………………………………………………………………………..8-2
Setting Audio Card Properties…………………………………………………………………………..8-3 Add Controllers and Amplifiers to the Job……………………………………………………….8-3 Analog or Digital Audio Controller Properties…………………………………………………..8-3 Editing Amplifier Properties …………………………………………………………………………..8-5
Specify Initial Audio Library ………………………………………………………………………………8-6 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8-6 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………..8-6
Specify Audio Options ……………………………………………………………………………………..8-8 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8-8 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………..8-8
Build Job and Download Files …………………………………………………………………………..8-9 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………..8-9
Creating Custom Scripts ………………………………………………………………………………..8-10 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8-10 Creating a New Script ………………………………………………………………………………..8-10
Example — Programming LED/Switch for Audio ………………………………………………..8-14 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8-14 Programming the Example Switch and LED ………………………………………………….8-14 Programming the Example Custom Control Equations …………………………………..8-15
Chapter 9. Viewing, Adding, and Editing Lists
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………….9-1
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Overview ­ List Tab…………………………………………………………………………………………9-2 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9-2 Sort Function ………………………………………………………………………………………………9-2 Custom Label Spell Check ……………………………………………………………………………9-3 Search ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….9-4
Editing System Lists ………………………………………………………………………………………..9-5 Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9-5 Turning Autogen Off and On from the General List Tab ……………………………………9-5
Adding and Editing User-Defined Lists ………………………………………………………………9-6 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9-6 Adding a User-Defined List …………………………………………………………………………..9-6 Editing an Existing User-Defined List ……………………………………………………………..9-7
Editing Alarm Verification Groups ……………………………………………………………………..9-8 Alarm Verification Overview ………………………………………………………………………….9-8 Moving Points between Groups …………………………………………………………………….9-8 Selecting Canadian or Domestic (US) Operation……………………………………………9-10 Renaming a Group …………………………………………………………………………………….9-11
Editing Coding Groups …………………………………………………………………………………..9-12 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9-12 Moving Points between Groups …………………………………………………………………..9-12 Editing Group Properties …………………………………………………………………………….9-14
Editing WalkTest Groups………………………………………………………………………………..9-16 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9-16 Moving Points between Groups …………………………………………………………………..9-16 Editing Group Properties …………………………………………………………………………….9-18
Editing Elevator Recall Lists……………………………………………………………………………9-20 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9-20 Moving Points between Groups …………………………………………………………………..9-20 Editing Group Descriptions………………………………………………………………………….9-22
Chapter 10. Custom Control
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..10-1
Custom Control Overview ………………………………………………………………………………10-2 What is Custom Control? ……………………………………………………………………………10-2 Role of Lists and Pseudo Points ………………………………………………………………….10-2 Anatomy of a Custom Control Equation………………………………………………………..10-3 Using a Ladder Logic Diagram to Evaluate an Equation …………………………………10-5
Overview Custom Control Window ………………………………………………………………….10-6 Custom Control Window……………………………………………………………………………..10-6
Creating a New Equation ……………………………………………………………………………….10-7 Step 1. Select User Program………………………………………………………………………10-7 Step 2. Add Input Statements …………………………………………………………………….10-8 Step 3. Add Output Statements…………………………………………………………………..10-9
Using the Floor Above/Floor Below Wizard …………………………………………………….10-10 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-10 Step 1. Select Floor Above and Below Tab ………………………………………………..10-10 Step 2. Specify General Information ………………………………………………………….10-11
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Step 3. Specify Floor Names…………………………………………………………………….10-12 Step 4. Specify Input and Static Points. ……………………………………………………..10-13
Using the Selective Signaling Wizard …………………………………………………………….10-14 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-14 Step 1. Select Selective Signaling Wizard Tab ……………………………………………10-14 Step 2. Set General Options …………………………………………………………………….10-15 Step 3. Set Zone Names ………………………………………………………………………….10-16 Step 4. Link Initiating and Notification Points ………………………………………………10-16
Using the Sounder/Relay Base Wizard…………………………………………………………..10-18 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-18 Activate Base on Alarm …………………………………………………………………………….10-19 Alert — Activate Base Prior to Alarm……………………………………………………………10-20
Chapter 11. Programming TrueAlert Zones
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..11-1
Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11-2 TrueAlert Zone Description …………………………………………………………………………11-2 TrueAlert Zone Window………………………………………………………………………………11-2
Creating and Editing TrueAlert Zones………………………………………………………………11-3 Setting TrueAlert Zone Properties………………………………………………………………..11-3 Using the Taglist to Add Devices to the Zone ………………………………………………..11-3
Chapter 12. Port Vectoring
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..12-1
Selecting Event Groups………………………………………………………………………………….12-2 Choosing Event Groups to Route…………………………………………………………………12-2
Chapter 13. AMON Point Types
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..13-1
Adding or Editing an AMON Point Type……………………………………………………………13-2 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13-2 Adding a Point Type …………………………………………………………………………………..13-2
Chapter 14. Adding or Editing Network Information
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..14-1
Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14-2 Role of the Network Programmer…………………………………………………………………14-2 Public Versus External Points ……………………………………………………………………..14-2 General Network Programming Guidelines……………………………………………………14-2 4100U Programmer Network Tab ………………………………………………………………..14-3
Declaring Public Points ………………………………………………………………………………….14-4
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Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………14-4
Declaring External Points ……………………………………………………………………………….14-5 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………14-5
Editing Network Information ……………………………………………………………………………14-6 Gaining Access to the Network Information …………………………………………………..14-6 Editing the Network Name and Node Number ……………………………………………….14-6
Programming Network Alarm Silence ………………………………………………………………14-8 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14-8 Programming Central Network Silence …………………………………………………………14-8 Distributed Network Silence ………………………………………………………………………..14-9
Programming Network System Reset …………………………………………………………….14-11 Central Network Reset ……………………………………………………………………………..14-11 Distributed Network Reset…………………………………………………………………………14-12
Chapter 15. Building and Downloading a Job
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..15-1
Building a Job……………………………………………………………………………………………….15-2 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15-2 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………15-2
Overview — Downloading Files to the Panel ……………………………………………………..15-4 Downloadable Files ……………………………………………………………………………………15-4
Starting the Transfer Utility/Setting Communication Settings ………………………………15-6 Starting the Transfer Utility………………………………………………………………………….15-6 Setting Serial Communication Parameter Settings …………………………………………15-6
Connecting the Service PC to the Panel…………………………………………………………..15-8 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15-8 Direct Connection to a Panel……………………………………………………………………….15-8 Network Connection …………………………………………………………………………………..15-9 Modem Connection to Remote Panel …………………………………………………………15-10
Downloading Files ……………………………………………………………………………………….15-11 Overview………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15-11 Procedure — Downloading a CFIG File ……………………………………………………….15-11 Procedure — Downloading Slave Exec Files ………………………………………………..15-12 Downloading Bootloader Files……………………………………………………………………15-15
Chapter 16 . Suppression Release
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………..16-1
Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16-2 General Capabilities …………………………………………………………………………………..16-2 Applying Applique………………………………………………………………………………………16-3
Setting Suppression Release Device and Point Types……………………………………….16-4 Device and Point Types ……………………………………………………………………………..16-4
Using Suppression Release Wizard…………………………………………………………………16-6
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Step 1. Define Hazard Area ……………………………………………………………………….16-6 Step 2. Specify Initial Data and Options……………………………………………………….16-7 Step 3. Specify Abort Switch Operation ……………………………………………………….16-8 Set Timer Options ……………………………………………………………………………………..16-9 Step 5. Specify Hazard Area Points …………………………………………………………..16-10 Deleting Hazard Area ……………………………………………………………………………….16-13 Editing Existing Hazard Area……………………………………………………………………..16-13
Appendix A. Software Point Types
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………… A-1
Device Type and Point Types for IDNet/MAPNET……………………………………………… A-2
Device Type and Point Types for Hardwired Monitor, Signal, and AUX Relay……….. A-7
Device/Communication Channel Compatibility ………………………………………………….. A-9
Monitor Point Types …………………………………………………………………………………….. A-10 FIRE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-10 WATER…………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-10 HEAT ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-10 DUCT……………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-11 FLAME……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-11 PULL………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-11 SMOKE…………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-12 VSMOKE ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-12 CODEDIN ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-12 EMERG ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-13 SFIRE …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-13 VSFIRE…………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-13 SPULL ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-14 VSPULL………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-14 GENMON ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-14 SGENMON ……………………………………………………………………………………………… A-15 FPUMP …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-15 SFPUMP…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-15 ABORT …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-16 S2STAGE ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-16 SO …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-16 SC………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-17 WSO ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-17 WSC ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-17 GVMON ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-18 SUPERV…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-18 LATSUPV ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-18 UTILITY ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-18 TROUBLE……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-19 DAMPER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-19 TDAMPER ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-19 MPRI2 (ARMED) ……………………………………………………………………………………… A-20 MPRI2 (DISARMED) ………………………………………………………………………………… A-20 SMALARM (ARMED) ……………………………………………………………………………….. A-20 SMALARM (DISARMED) ………………………………………………………………………….. A-21 SMDOOR (ARMED) ………………………………………………………………………………… A-21 SMDOOR (DISARMED …………………………………………………………………………….. A-21 SMWIND (ARMED) …………………………………………………………………………………. A-22 SMWIND (DISARMED) …………………………………………………………………………….. A-22
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SMBREAK (ARMED) ………………………………………………………………………………. A-22 SMBREAK (DISARMED) ………………………………………………………………………….. A-23 SMMOT (ARMED)……………………………………………………………………………………. A-23 SMMOT (DISARMED)………………………………………………………………………………. A-23 SPRI2 (ARMED)………………………………………………………………………………………. A-24 SPRI2 (DISARMED)…………………………………………………………………………………. A-24 SSALARM (ARMED) ………………………………………………………………………………… A-25 SSALARM (DISARMED) …………………………………………………………………………… A-25 SSDOOR (ARMED) …………………………………………………………………………………. A-25 SSDOOR (DISARMED) ……………………………………………………………………………. A-26 SSWIND (ARMED)…………………………………………………………………………………… A-26 SSWIND (DISARMED)……………………………………………………………………………… A-26 SSWIND (ARMED)…………………………………………………………………………………… A-27 SSWIND (DISARMED)……………………………………………………………………………… A-27 SSBREAK (ARMED) ………………………………………………………………………………… A-27 SSBREAK (DISARMED) …………………………………………………………………………… A-28 SSMOT (ARMED) ……………………………………………………………………………………. A-28 SSMOT (DISARMED) ………………………………………………………………………………. A-28 STYLEC………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-29 SDUCT …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-30 GENPRI2 (ARMED) …………………………………………………………………………………. A-30 GENPRI2 (DISARMED) ……………………………………………………………………………. A-30 GENFS …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-31 S3SMOKE ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-31 SUTIL …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-31
Signal Point Types ………………………………………………………………………………………. A-32 SIGNAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-32 RELAY……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-32 SSIGNAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-32 RSIGNAL………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-33 TSIGNAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-33 BSIGNAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-33 CODED…………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-34 SVISUAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-34 RVISUAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-34 SWATER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-35 RWATER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-35 SUPERV…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-36 PRIMARY ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-36 ALTERN …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-37 AHUR …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-37 AHUO …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-37 AHUF……………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-38 CPRESS…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-38 CEXHAUS ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-38 CDAMPER………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-39 DRESET …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-39 DHOLDER ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-39 PHONE…………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-40 RMPHONE ……………………………………………………………………………………………… A-40 SHAFT……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-40 AUXPWR………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-41
AUX Relay Point Types………………………………………………………………………………… A-42 RELAY……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-42 PRIMARY ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-42 ALTERN …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-42 AHUR …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-42
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AHUO …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-42 AHUF……………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-43 CODED…………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-43 CPRESS…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-43 CEXHAUS ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-43 CDAMPER………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-44 SRELAY …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-44 RRELAY …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-44 TRELAY………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-44 BRELAY …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-45 DRESET …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-45 DHOLDER ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-45 SWATER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-45 RWATER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-46 SUPERV…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-46 SVISUAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-46 RVISUAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-46 SSIGNAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-47 RSIGNAL………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-47 SHAFT……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-47 AUXPWR………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-47
Feedback Point Types………………………………………………………………………………….. A-48 DAMPER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-48 AHUMON………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-48 PRESSUR ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-48 EXHAUST……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-48 ONOFF …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-48
24 Point I/O Point Types ………………………………………………………………………………. A-49 UTILITY ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-49 TROUBLE……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-49 USWITCH……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-49 OSWITCH……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-50 SSWITCH ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-50 TSWITCH ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-51 TDAMPER ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-51 AHUMON………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-51 PRESSUR ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-52 EXHAUST……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-52 ONOFF …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-52 OFFON …………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-53 EP ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-53 DAMPER ………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-53 LAMP……………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-54 PIEZO …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-54 RELAY……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-54 PRIMARY ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-55 ALTERN …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-55 AHUR …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-55 AHUO …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-56 AHUF……………………………………………………………………………………………………… A-56 CPRESS…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-56 CEXHAUS ………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-57 CDAMPER………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-57 SRELAY …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-57 RRELAY …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-58 TRELAY………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-58 BRELAY …………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-58
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SHAFT……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-59
DIGITAL PSEUDO POINT TYPES ………………………………………………………………… A-60 UTILITY ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-60 FIRE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-60 TROUBLE……………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-60 SUPERVIS ……………………………………………………………………………………………… A-60 PRI2……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-60
ANALOG PSEUDO POINT TYPES ……………………………………………………………….. A-61 TIMER ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-61 COUNTER………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-61 ANALOG…………………………………………………………………………………………………. A-61
LIST PSEUDO POINT TYPES………………………………………………………………………. A-62 LIST ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-62
Appendix B. LED/Switch Modes
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. B-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………… B-1
Switch Modes ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. B-2
LED Modes…………………………………………………………………………………………………… B-6
High-Level Switch / LED Modes………………………………………………………………………. B-8
Appendix C. UL Programming Requirements (Canadian)
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. C-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………… C-1
Common Earth Fault Ground Indicator …………………………………………………………….. C-2 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-2 Step 1. Open CPU Card Properties Dialog …………………………………………………… C-2 Step 2. Program the LED …………………………………………………………………………… C-3
Audio Two Stage Timer Programming ……………………………………………………………… C-4 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. C-4 Step 1. Initialize Timer……………………………………………………………………………….. C-4 Step 2. Program Two Stage Timer Running LED ………………………………………….. C-5 Step 3. Program Two Stage Timer Cancel Switch…………………………………………. C-5 Step 3. Program Two Stage Timer Cancel LED ……………………………………………. C-6
Simultaneous Alarm Display …………………………………………………………………………… C-7 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………… C-7 Creating Annunciation Zone Lists ………………………………………………………………… C-7 Programming the Address and Mode for Each LED ……………………………………….. C-8 Programming a Lamp Test Switch ……………………………………………………………….. C-9
Setting Alarm Verification Timer to Canadian Operation …………………………………… C-10 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………… C-10 Procedure ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. C-10
Setting Alarm Silence/Reset Inhibit Timer……………………………………………………….. C-11 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-11 Enabling Alarm Reset/Inhibit Timer…………………………………………………………….. C-11 Programming the Alarm Silence/Reset Inhibit LED ………………………………………. C-11
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Enabling Low Battery Cutout Option for SPS ………………………………………………….. C-13 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-13 Enabling Low Battery Cutout……………………………………………………………………… C-13
Alarm Cutout Timer ……………………………………………………………………………………… C-14 Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………. C-14 Enabling Alarm Cutout Timer …………………………………………………………………….. C-14
Appendix D. UL Programming Requirements (United States)
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. D-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………… D-1 Setting Alarm Verification to US Operation ……………………………………………………….. D-2 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. D-2 Procedure …………………………………………………………………………………………………. D-2 Non-Steady Visual Evacuation System Option ………………………………………………….. D-3 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. D-3
Appendix E. Pseudo Points
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………….. E-1 In this Chapter …………………………………………………………………………………………… E-1 Digital Pseudo Points …………………………………………………………………………………….. E-2 Analog Pseudo Points ………………………………………………………………………………….. E-11 List Pseudo Points……………………………………………………………………………………….. E-16
Index……………………………………………………………………………………….. IN-1
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How to Use this Publication

Introduction
General Conventions

Before you start using the 4100 Fire Alarm PC Programmer Programming Manual, it’s important to understand the typographic conventions used in this publication.

The following conventions are used in this publication to identify special names or text.

Convention

Meaning

Bold type

Indicates words or characters that you type or selections that you must make. Unless it is specifically noted, you can type the text in lowercase or uppercase characters. For example, cd access means that you type the lowercase letters “cd” followed by a space and the lowercase word “access.”

Italic type

Indicates information that the user must supply, such as filenames. For example, cd directory_name means that you type the letters “cd” followed by a space and a directory name.
Indicates important terms or titles of publications.

“Text in quotes”

Indicates the title of a chapter or section of the manual, such as “How to Use This Publication.”

·

Bulleted lists

Provides you with information. They are also used to indicate alternatives in numbered procedural steps.

1. Numbered lists Indicates procedures that you must carry out sequentially.

Keyboard Conventions

The following conventions are used to describe keys and key combinations.

Convention SHIFT
CTRL+ALT+DEL
ALT,F,P Arrow keys

Meaning
Key names appear in bold type and in capital letters and are referred to by their names only, without the word “key.” For example, “press SHIFT” means press the key labeled “Shift.”
A plus sign (+) between two key names means that you hold down the first key while pressing the second key. For example, “press SHIFT+F1” means hold down the SHIFT key while pressing the F1 key. If the key sequence includes three or more key names, hold down all of the keys except for the last one, and then press and release the last key. For example, “press CTRL+ALT+DELETE” means hold down the CTRL and ALT keys, and then press the DELETE key.
A comma between key names means that you press and release the first key, and then press and release the second key, and so on. For example, “press ALT, F, P” means press ALT and release it, press F and release it, then press P and release it.
Arrow keys refers to the UP ARROW (), DOWN ARROW (), LEFT ARROW (), and RIGHT ARROW () keys.

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How to Use this Publication, Continued

Using the Mouse

The following table lists four common terms related to mouse operation that you should know. Use the left mouse button for all actions unless instructed otherwise.
Note: When using the mouse button to point, click, or drag, keep the mouse steady; otherwise, you may select the wrong item.

Term Point Click Double-click
Drag

Function
Move the mouse until the tip of the mouse pointer rests on the screen object or area that you wish to select.
Point to the item you want to select, then press and immediately release the mouse button.
Point to the item you want to select, then press and immediately release the mouse button twice in rapid succession.
Point to the item you want to move, then press and hold down the mouse button while you move the mouse to the desired location. Once you have moved the mouse pointer to the position you want, release the mouse button.

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Chapter 1 Overview

Introduction In this Chapter

This chapter provides an overview of the process required to program a 4100U job and introduces you to the general features of the 4100U PC Programmer application, which is the Windows-based application used to program a 4100U FACP.

Refer to the page number listed in this table for information on a specific topic.

Programming Overview Interface Overview

Topic

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Programming Overview

Typical Programming Process

This manual describes the general process used to program a new 4100U job or edit an existing 4100U job. A job refers to the file containing all of the panel’s programming information. A job can be either a standalone job, meaning the panel (which may consist of multiple back boxes) contains only a single CPU, or a network job ­ which contains the programming information for multiple panels (i.e., multiple CPUs) linked to one and other via a Simplex 4120 fire network.
The job programming process typically falls into one of the three categories outlined in Figure 11. This figure also identifies the general process required to program each type of job.

New, Standalone, Non-Network
Job

Create New Job with 4100 Programmer

Import OASYS File

Edit Initial Hardware Definitions

Custom Control Required?
TrueAlert NAC Programming
Required?

New or Existing Network
Job

Create or Open
Network Using
Network Programmer

Open Exising Job or Create
New Job Using
Network Programmer

4100 Programmer Automatically
Launches

Import OASYS File If New
Job

Edit as Necessary

Port Vectoring Required?

Exisiting, Standalone, Non-Network
Job

Upload Job or Open Archived Job with 4100 Programmer

Edit as Necessary

Analog Monitor Point Types Required?
Edit Custom Labels?

Build, Download, and
Archive Job

Figure 1-1. Programming Process Overview
As shown in the figure above, each of the three job types requires a slightly different process at the beginning and a similar process towards the end. Keep the following tips in mind when programming a job.
· New (Standalone or Network) Jobs. Whenever possible, use the OASYS transfer database file to import the hardware definitions and module placement information for the job. Doing this limits the amount of programming required to specify job-specific hardware.
· Network Jobs. Refer to Simplex publication 579-166 for information on using the network programmer to do the following:
– Create or open an existing network. – Open an existing job or create a new job. Once the network is created or opened, you
must create or edit a job for each panel on the network. The network programmer automatically launches the PC Programmer, where each panel’s job can be created or edited. After these tasks are complete, follow the procedures in this manual to edit and program the job for each panel on the network.
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Typical Programming Process, (continued)

· Existing Jobs. Whenever possible, always use an archived or backed up version of the job as the starting point for editing the job. This helps assure the version of the job currently executing on the panel and the job loaded on the programmer are the same. If necessary, the job file for an installed panel can be uploaded to the PC from the panel.

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Interface Overview

Introduction

The 4100U Programmer application provides a graphical interface for programming a 4100U job. This application contains the following major components.
· Tabs are used throughout the programmer. Two types of tabs are used:
– Major Tabs. The major tabs run along the top of the screen, just below the row of icons, and are always present. Clicking on a major tab gains access to a window that allows you to program a specific component or feature of the job. When viewed from left to right, these tabs identify the programming sequence used to create a 4100U job. It is strongly recommended that a left to right pattern be used when programming a new job. Refer to “Tabs” later in this section for specific information on each tab.
– Minor Sub Tabs. Some of the major tabs, such as the Panel Tab shown in Figure 1-2, have a set of minor tabs associated with them. Minor tabs are used to break down the major tab into specific programming areas, and only appear when the associated major tab is selected.
· Icons allow you to quickly perform routine tasks ­ such as printing, saving a job, etc. Refer to “Icons” below for a quick reference of each icon’s function.
· Menus contain groups of similar choices. All menu choices have a counterpart on the icon bar.
· Task Checklists, shown on the left side of the figure below, provide a means of tracking progress through the programming process. Each major programming task can be expanded to view its subtasks. As you complete each subtask, use its checkbox to indicate that it is complete. The programmer divides tasks into two major groups ­ mandatory and optional ­ allowing you to easily determine whether all of the basic programming tasks have been completed for a given job.
You can configure the programmer to prompt you when you exit a programming tab with an incomplete (unchecked) task checkbox. Reminders can be programmed to appear during the programming session or only at build time. Use the Edit Menu, Preferences option to enable or disable reminder messages.
Display of the checklist can be toggled on and off using either the X control on the top right of the checklist, or by clicking on the View menu and selecting Checklist, or by pressing the F10 function key.
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Introduction, (continued)
Menus Icons

Major Tabs, correspond to major programming tasks
When viewed from left to right, these tabs identify the sequence used to create a job (i.e., open the Panel Tab and define its information, then open the Hardware Tab, etc.)
Minor Subtabs (In this case, they apply to the Panel Tab)

Figure 1-2. Main Programming Screen with Panel Tab Selected

Tabs

Each of the major tabs running along the top of the programmer contains a group of related programming functions.
· Panel Tab. Five subtabs appear along the bottom of the screen when the Panel tab is selected. These subtabs allow you to do the following: – Identify the panel’s general information (branch, panel, customer information, etc.) – Enable system options — which are common programming tasks, such as choosing whether door relays drop on AC power failure. These options are typically check boxes or list boxes that allow you to choose how a common task is performed. Chapter 4 discusses system options.
– Restrict access to specific panel functions by associating the function with a passcode. – Specify the CPU card’s serial number.
· The Hardware Tab uses a two dimensional work area in which icons represent the customer-specific components of the fire alarm system. Available icons include units (which represent locations in the building), boxes, and cards. Chapter 5 discusses Adding and Editing the system’s hardware components.
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Tabs, (continued) Icons

· Point Tab. This tab allows you to specify the custom label and point type for each point in the system. Points are the discrete components of the system, such as pull stations, NACs, and relays. Programming a point consists of defining its hardware device type, which identifies the specific type of equipment being programmed, and its software point type, which defines the way in which the system responds to a change in the point’s electrical state. Every point in the system also includes a custom label field. These fields are typically specified in conjunction with the building’s maintenance personnel and the local fire department. The Point Tab allows the system’s points to be sorted, filtered and searched in a range of ways, allowing you to quickly locate specific points.
· List Tab. Lists have a variety of uses within the 4100U system. The programmer automatically creates System Lists. These lists define the default operation of the system, allowing groups of devices to be controlled in a specific manner following a specific system event. Points are assigned to specific system lists based on the point type assigned to the point. User Defined Lists allow custom operation of the system, using either Custom Control equations or by associating the list with a switch or LED (e.g., if a point within the userdefined list goes “On”, illuminate a specific LED to indicate a specific condition has occurred).
· Custom Control Tab. New “wizard-style” dialogs have been added to Custom Control. These wizards step you through the process of creating custom control equations, which allow you to customize the operation of the system.
· TrueAlert Zone Tab. TrueAlert NACs are not hardwired to the 4100U, but instead are connected via a 4009T TrueAlert communication channel to the system. This tab allows you to specify which remote devices comprise which TrueAlert zones.
· Port Vectoring Tab. This tab allows you to specify which of the system’s events are routed to the service modem or to an RS-232 card.
· AMON Point Type Tab. Use this tab to configure the system’s Analog Monitor ZAMs.
· Network Point Tab. Use this tab to declare the panel’s public points and to identify which external points are to annunciate their status on the panel. A public point is a point connected to this panel that you want to be visible to other nodes on the network. In other words, when the status of the point changes, you want it to annunciate its status on the other node. An external point is a point on another node. Declaring it to be an external point allows its status to be annunciated on this panel.
The icon bar contains a set of icons that allow you to quickly perform basic tasks, such as creating a new job or building a job. Figure 1-3 shows the location of the icon bar and identifies the function of each icon.

Figure 1-3. Icon Bar
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Chapter 2 Installing the PC Programmer

Introduction In this Chapter

This chapter describes installing the PC Programmer application.

Refer to the page number listed in this table for information on a specific topic.

System Requirements Attaching the Software key Installing the Programmer

Topic

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System Requirements

System Requirements
Other Required Components

The PC on which the programmer is to be installed must meet the following minimum hardware requirements.
· IBM compatible PC, 300 MHz Pentium processor · Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT operating system · 64 MB RAM MINIMUM for Windows 95 or Windows 98 · 128 MB RAM MINIMUM for Windows NT · 1 3 ½” floppy drive for job archives and backups · 1 CD-ROM drive for program installation · 1 serial port & cable for communication with the 4100U · 1 parallel port for the software key · Network card (for certain operations)
· A 740-989 software key. (See Field Service Bulletin FSB-549 for the ordering procedure) · 741-213 CD-ROM, containing 4100U Programmer software

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Attaching the Software key

Overview Installation

The software key (740-989) controls access to the 4100U programmer. When the panel programmer application is started, the software reads the parallel port on the PC looking for a software key before the main programming window is displayed. If a key is not detected, a message box is displayed noting there is a missing key and the panel programmer application terminates.
Use the following procedure to install the key.
1. Turn OFF power to your computer. 2. Remove your printer cable from your parallel port (if installed). Connect the software key to
your parallel port and reconnect your printer cable to the software key. (See Figure 2-1.) 3. Turn ON power to your computer.

LAPTOP COMPUTER (REAR VIEW)

PARALLEL PORT LPT1 740-989 SOFTWARE KEY
PRINTER CABLE

Figure 2-1. Software Key Installation

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Installing the Programmer

Introduction
Installation Procedure

The 4100U PC Programmer is typically installed from one of two sources: · Distribution CD containing the programmer application software. · Simplex FTP site. Contact Simplex Service Support for information on the FTP site’s IP
address and directions for downloading the programmer’s executable file.
1. Double click on the 4100 Programmer icon to launch the PC Programmer’s installation script. The screen shown in Figure 2-2 appears.

Figure 2-2. Initial Installation Screen
2. Click Next to continue the installation. The screen shown in Figure 2-3 appears, prompting you to specify the destination folder to which the programmer files should be installed.

Figure 2-3. Destination Directory Dialog 3. Click the Next button to accept the default destination. Otherwise, click the Browse button,
select the directory to which software should be installed, and then click on the Next button. In most cases, it is suggested that use the default directory location.
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Installing the Programmer, Continued

Installation Procedure, (continued)

4. The next screen, shown in Figure 2-4, prompts you for the name of the folder in which the programmer’s startup icon should be stored. It is recommended that you choose the default folder Simplex. When the correct entry is specified, click Next to continue.

Figure 2-4. Select Folder A series of progress indicators appear, displaying the progress of the file copy operations. The next prompt, shown in Figure 2-5, directs you to restart your computer.
5. Click Finish.

Figure 2-5. Reboot System Prompt
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Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Introduction In this Chapter

This chapter discusses the basic operations ­ such as starting the application, uploading a job from an existing panel, creating a new job, etc. ­ related to using the programmer.

Refer to the page number listed in this table for information on a specific topic.

Topic Starting the Programmer Creating a New Job Opening an Existing Job Entering the Panel CPU Serial Number Saving a Job Uploading a CFIG or Log File from the Panel Archiving, Backing Up, and Restoring Jobs Converting a Pre- Revision 10 Job to Revision 10

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Starting the Programmer

Procedure

1. Click the Start button. Move the pointer to the Programs option. When the list of choices appears, move the pointer to the Simplex option and click on 4100U Programmer.
A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 3-1 appears. At this point, you need to either create a new job or open an existing job. Refer to either “Creating a New Job” or “Opening an Existing Job” later in this chapter for specific information on doing this.

Figure 3-1. Initial Programmer Screen
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Creating a New Job

Starting the New Job Wizard

The New Job Wizard guides you through the steps required to create a new 4100U job. Prompts within the wizard allow you to specify where the initial job information is coming from and the job name and directory path.

You can start the new job wizard in one of two ways:

· Click on the File menu and select the New option.

· Move the cursor to the toolbar at the top of the programmer and select the

icon.

In both cases, the New Job wizard, shown in Figure 3-2, appears. The first screen prompts you to choose whether the job is being created from scratch or whether it is being imported from an OASYS transfer file. Refer to “Creating a New Job from Scratch” or “Importing an OASYS Transfer File” below for specific information.

Figure 3-2. New Job Wizard

Creating a New Job From Scratch

1. Select the button labeled Create New Job from Scratch, located on the first screen of the New Job Wizard and click on the Next button. A dialog similar to the one shown in Figure 3-3 appears.

Figure 3-3. Create New Job Dialog

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Creating a New Job, Continued

Creating a New Job From Scratch, (continued)

2. Click on the Type drop down list box. Two selections appear, each of which corresponds to a specific type of 4100U panel.
· 4100U. Specifies the panel is a 4100U (networked or standalone). · NDU. Specifies the panel is a Network Display Unit.

3. Enter the job number in the Number field. The 4100U job naming convention is a five-field, eight-digit code, consisting of the following fields. (A file number is assigned to every job at order entry. In most cases, this number should be taken from the electronic project folder.)

· Year. This is a two-digit field. Use the last two digits of the current year to indicate the year in which the job was programmed.
· Month. This is a single character field. Use the numbers and letters shown in the example below to indicate the month in which the job was programmed.
· File Type. This field is a single letter, used to indicate the panel type. There is currently only a single supported type.
· Number. This is a three-digit field used to track how many of a specific job type have been programmed during the month. For example, if the File type is 4100U, enter the number of 4100U jobs programmed during the month.
· Job Version. Use letters to indicate the version of the job. Increment the letter when changes are made to the job.

Example. The diagram shown in Figure 3-4 describes the format.

YEAR MONTH FILE TYPE

NUMBER

JOB VERSION

1 = Jan 2 = Feb 3 = Mar 4 = Apr 5 = May 6 = Jun 7 = Jul 8 = Aug 9 = Sep A = Oct B = Nov C = Dec

U = 4100U

00

5

U

001

A

Figure 3-4. Job Naming Convention

4. In the Path field of the Create New Job dialog (refer back to Figure 3-2), specify the directory path to which the job file should be stored. The default directory for a standalone panel is 4100UJOBS. (Network jobs default to NETJOBSNETWORK/NETNAME, where NETWORK represents the job’s directory and NETNAME is the name of the network job.) If necessary, use the folder icon to the right of the text entry field to specify an alternative directory or drive.

5. Click Finish.

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Importing an OASYS Transfer File

Simplex sales personnel use a Windows application named OASYS to generate a quote for the fire alarm system. OASYS has the capability of exporting a transfer database file containing the panel’s hardware information and module placement locations. This file is typically passed from the salesperson to the person responsible for programming the job via email or network transfer.
1. Select the button labeled Import from Transfer File. (Refer back to Figure 3-2 for the location of this button.
2. Click on the folder to the right of the field labeled Order Number. A standard windows dialog appears, allowing you to search for .OAT (OASYS transfer) files. The default location for these files is …/4100UJOBS

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Opening an Existing Job

Guidelines Procedure

By default, previously programmed jobs are stored in either the 4100UJOBS or the NETJOBSNETWORK directory (where NETWORK represents the directory in which the network job is stored). Use the procedure described in this section to open a previously saved job stored on your PC.
Note: You should only do this if you are sure that the job on the PC is exactly the same as the programming (CFIG) currently in use on the panel.

1. Open the 4100UJOBS folder by doing either of the following:

· Move the cursor to the toolbar at the top of the programmer and select the

icon.

· Click on the File menu and select Open.

In both cases, a window similar to the following appears.

Figure 3-5. Open Job Window 2. Open the folder containing the job that corresponds to the panel you are currently
programming.
3. Select the job name and click on the Open button. One of the following occurs, depending on whether the job has been previously archived.
· Non-Archived Jobs. A series of messages appear, indicating that the programmer is loading the job and updating links. The main PC Programmer screen follows these messages.
· Archived Jobs. A prompt appears, indicating that the job has been previously archived and changes will be saved to a new revision of the job. Click OK to continue. The next screen displays the main PC Programmer screen.
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Entering the Panel CPU Serial Number

Entering the Panel CPU Serial Number

The panel CPU serial number must be entered before the job can be downloaded to the panel.
Note: If you do not know the panel CPU serial number, apply power to the panel and observe the initial screens that appear on the display. Record the CPU Serial Number that appears.
To enter the panel CPU serial number, do the following:
1. Click on the Panel tab at the top of the programmer. 2. Click on the Features tab at the bottom of the programmer.
A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 3-6 appears.

CPU Serial Number Field

Figure 3-6. Enabling System Features Screen
3. Click on the Runtime Enable Edit button. Enter the serial number of the panel CPU in the text entry field located beneath the button, and then click on Update Access Codes.

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Saving a Job

Save Option

When programming a large job, it is recommended that you periodically save the job to avoid losing changes should problems occur.

You can gain access to the Save option in one of two ways.

· Click on the File menu and select Save.

· Click on the

icon on the programmer’s toolbar.

The Revision History window, shown in Figure 3-7, appears. Enter information in the window’s fields, as follows:

· Name. Name of the person editing the job. · Enter Modifications. Type a specific description of the changes that you have made. For
example, “Updated the custom labels of points M1-1 through M1-5, per customer request.”

Figure 3-7. Revision History Window

Using the Save As Option

The Save As option allows you to save a copy of the currently open job under a different filename. This is useful in the following situations.
· To create a “test job” that allows you to test the impact of changes to the panel’s job (new custom control equations, newly enabled system options, etc).
· If a new job is almost exactly the same as an existing job.
1. Click the File menu and choose Save As. A cascade menu appears to the right, containing the Copy and Rename choices. Click on the appropriate choice, using the following guidelines. A dialog similar to the one shown in Figure 3-8 appears.
· Copy saves a copy of the currently open job, using the name you specify, in a new directory that uses the same name as the job.
· Rename changes the name of the open job to the name you specify, creates a new directory with that name, and deletes the original job from its directory.

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Saving a Job, Continued
Using the Save As Option, (continued)
Figure 3-8. Save As Dialog 2. Enter the new name in the Job Name field. If the job is a network job, use the drop down list
box to select the node number of the job.
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Uploading a CFIG or Log File from the Panel

Overview

This section describes uploading a CFIG (which is the built, binary version of the job used by the panel) or a history log file from a 4100U FACP to the PC on which the programmer is installed.
In cases where an archived job file is not available, uploading a CFIG allows the job currently executing on the panel to be uploaded to the PC for editing. Note that once the CFIG is uploaded to the PC, it must be “unbuilt” by the programmer to convert the CFIG file to an .SDB file (which is the format that can be edited by the programmer).
Follow the steps outlined in the following sections to link the PC to the panel, upload the CFIG or history file, and unbuild the CFIG to create an .SDB file.

Step 1. Starting the Transfer Utility

The 4100U File Transfer utility, shown in Figure 3-9, can be started from within the 4100U Programmer or from the Windows Start menu. To do either of these, follow these steps.
· From within the Programmer. If the programmer is already running and a job is loaded, click on the Transfer menu, located along the menu bar at the top of the programmer window. When the options appear, click on Transfer.
· From the Start Menu. Click the Start button. Move the pointer to the Programs option. When the list of choices appears, move the pointer to the Simplex option and click on the option containing the programmer. A list of options appears. Click on File Transfer.
In both cases, the File Transfer Utility appears.

Figure 3-9. File Transfer Utility

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Step 2. Set Serial Communication Parameter Settings

The serial communication parameters allow you to set the port, baud rate, parity, and stop bits used by the PC when communicating with the panel. In most cases (see note below), it is recommended that you use the default settings for these parameters.
Note: If you connect the serial cable (733-794) to a port other than COM1, make sure to open the Port Settings dialog and change the default (COM1) to the port being used.
1. In the File Transfer utility screen, click on the Settings button. A window similar to the following appears. This window allows you to specify the settings for the serial communication parameters used by the PC.

Step 3. Connect Serial Cable between PC and Panel

2. Change the settings as required and click OK to close the Port Settings window.
Connect a 733-794 serial cable between a free serial port on the service PC and the service port of the 4100U FACP.
1. Locate the PC within 6 feet of the 4100U FACP and connect the 9-pin serial interface connector to a free serial port (typically COM1) on the PC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the service port on the 4100U FACP. The service port is located on the front panel of the 4100U, to the left of the operator interface. Make sure that the red stripe is aligned to the left as you connect the cable.

Figure 3-10. Connecting Serial Cable

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Step 4. Start Upload at PC

1. In the File Transfer window, select the following radio button and check box options. · Upload radio button (not the rectangular button labeled Upload on the right side of the window) · Master CPU Service Port radio button · CFIG or Panel Logs radio button, depending on whether you want to upload the CFIG or the panel logs · Swap CFIG and Restart after Download checkboxes
2. Do one of the following depending on whether the directory into which you want to upload the files already exists.
· If the destination directory exists, enter the drive, directory path, and file name to which the CFIG or log files are to be saved. If you are uploading a CFIG, make sure to specify an extension of .cfg4100.

· If the destination directory does not exist, first click the Browse button. When the dialog appears (see figure below), open the 4100UJOBS folder. Next, click on the New Folder icon and specify the name of the directory you want to create. Close the Browse dialog and then enter the drive, the new directory path, and file name to which the CFIG or log files are to be saved, as shown in the file name example above.

Figure 3-11. Locating File 3. Click the rectangular Upload button on the right side of the File Transfer Utility window. 4. Another prompt appears, click the Start button to continue the upload.
A message indicating the upload is complete appears when the file transfer is complete. 5. Click OK to continue.
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Step 5. Unbuild the CFIG File to Create a .SDB File

The uploaded file is stored as a .CFG file (a built, binary file). Before you can make changes to the file with the programmer, you must use the Build Utility to unbuild the .CFG file and create an .SDB file, which is the working file used by the programmer.
Note: The version of the programmer used to unbuild the .CFG file must be the same as the version of the programmer used to build the job.) To do this, start the standalone version of the Build Utility, as described below.
Note: Do not start the Build Utility from within the programmer. You must start the standalone version of the utility as described below.
1. Click the Start button. 2. Move the pointer to the Programs option. 3. Move the pointer to the Simplex option and then move the pointer to the option containing
the 4100U Programmer applications. (In the example shown below, this is 4100U Ver 10.00.34.) A list of options appears. 4. Click on Job Builder.

A dialog similar to the one shown in Figure 3-12 appears.

Figure 3-12. Opening the CFIG File
5. Open the folder into which the uploaded CFIG file was stored. Highlight the name of the CFIG file and then click the Open button. The programmer unbuilds the CFIG file and stores the resulting .SDB file (which can be opened and edited by the programmer) in the currently open folder.
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Archiving, Backing Up, and Restoring Jobs

Introduction Archiving a Job

This section discusses the programmer’s file management tools ­ Archive, Backup, and Restore. Refer to the appropriate section below for additional information.
Always backup and archive a job following editing and successful download. Doing this allows you to return to a known state should critical problems occur with an edited job file.
The Archive Utility creates a compressed, permanent copy of a job, marks the job as read only, and saves it to the drive you specify (for example, floppy, networked drive, hard drive, removable drive). This copy can be restored at a later date, using the Restore command, which is described below.
Follow branch procedures for submitting the archive file to the central server on which the files are stored.
To archive a job, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the job has been saved before archiving. 2. Click on the File menu and select the Archive option.
A dialog similar to the following appears.

Figure 3-13. Archive Dialog 3. Click the Save In drop down list to select a destination drive and folder. By default, the
Archive Utility uses the name of the job for the archive directory and file name. 4. Click on the Archive button. A progress meter appears, showing the progress of the archive operation. When this bar disappears, the archive operation is complete.
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Backing Up a Job

Backup creates a compressed version of the job and stores it as a read/writable version of the job on either a removable storage medium or a remote disk. Follow these steps to backup a job. 1. Click on the File menu and select the Backup option.
A dialog similar to the one shown in Figure 3-14 appears: 2. Select the destination directory and drive. 3. Click on the Backup button.

Figure 3-14. Backup Dialog

Restoring a Backed Up or Archived Job

Restore allows previously backed up or archived jobs to be retrieved for subsequent viewing or editing. To restore a backed up or archived job, follow these steps: 1. Click on the File menu and select the Restore option.
A dialog, similar to the one shown in Figure 3-15, appears.
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Restoring a Backed Up or Archived Job, (continued)
Figure 3-15. Restore Dialog 2. Select the drive and directory containing the Backup or Archive files. 3. Click on the Files of Type list box and choose the file type (archive or backup). In the list of
files that appears, choose the file to restore and click on the Continue button. Archived files are listed with an SDA4100U file extension, and Backup files are listed with an SDC4100U file extension. A dialog similar to the following appears, prompting you to specify the hard drive (typically C:) to which the file should be restored. (Make sure to specify only the hard drive here. The Restore Utility restores the job to the directory from which it was originally backed up or archived.)
4. Select the drive and directory to which the file should be restored and click Restore. Note: If a file by the same name exists in the target directory, a prompt appears asking if you want to overwrite the file.
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Converting a Pre-Revision 10 Job to Revision 10

Guidelines Converting a Job

This section describes converting an existing 4100 job to a Revision 10 4100U job. Adhere to the following guidelines before beginning the conversion.
· Make a backup of the original job or network job before any changes are made. Refer to the previous section in this chapter for information on doing this.
· If the revision level of the system software is lower than Revision 9, the job must first be loaded, built, and verified at each revision up to and including Revision 9.
· If you are converting a network job, the job must be converted and saved in the current network directory to remain part of the network.
· If possible, obtain a default configuration report print out of the existing Rev. 9 job configuration.
1. Click the Start button. Move the pointer to the Programs option. When the list of choices appears, move the pointer to the Simplex option and click on the option containing the programmer. A list of options appears. Click on Converter. A screen similar to the following appears.

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Converting a Job, (continued)

2. Click on the Load DBF button. Use the standard Windows dialog that appears to locate the .DBF file you want to convert. Click Open in the Windows dialog to load the .DBF file.
A series of messages appear in the Convert Utility window, followed by a prompt that asks you if you want to start the translation.

Reviewing and Verifying the Job

3. Click Yes to start the translation of the job.
Important Note: The translation process can take several minutes to complete. At times, the process may appear to be stalled and the amount of time required to convert a job depends on the size of the job. Do NOT press the Abort key. This could cause the file to become corrupt.
When the translation is complete, “Translation Complete” appears at the bottom of the window.
4. The old JOBNAME.DBF file is converted to JOBNAME.SDB4100U and is stored in the c:4100JOBSJOB_DIRECTORY folder. This file must be moved to the c:4100UJOBSJOB_DIRECTORY folder. Note that this JOB_DIRECTORY will not exist and you need to use standards Windows tools to create the directory.
5. Open the translated job (new .SDB4100 file) within the 4100 Programmer.
Review and verify the job to ensure that all hardware and system functions converted properly, as follows:
1. Take a physical inventory of the job.
· Boxes. Record location information for each box, as well as the number of bays associated with each box.
· Cards. Record the card type and physical location (box, bay, and slot) for each card. The slot information is critical, as the DOS programmer does not reference slot information whereas the Windows programmer does.
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Reviewing and Verifying the Job, (continued)

2. Open the Hardware tab and expand all boxes so that the card level information is visible. (Information on using the Hardware Tab is contained in Chapter X of this manual. ) Be aware of the following in the hardware tab.
· The system assumes each box in the converted job is a 3-bay (6 unit) box. To change a box type, right click on the box and choose Properties. Click on the Type drop down list box and choose the correct box type.
· Additional boxes may be added to the job configuration when no box physically exists. You will need to delete these extra boxes after moving cards from them. To delete an extra box, right click on the box and choose Delete.
· Cards should be added to the proper box, bay, and slot by clicking and dragging the card to the proper location. In some cases, the card’s slot information will need to be changed before moving the card to its new location.
· All cards should be allowed to be located to the correct slot location.
3. Verify all programming. Make sure to review the job configuration thoroughly for program errors and deletions. Key areas to focus on include:
· System Modules. Verify all modules converted properly and are present in the new configuration. There should be no deletions. Verify each module’s programmed information. Refer to the subsequent chapters in this book for information on programming for specific modules
· Custom Control. Verify each modules programmed information. Verify all program names (blocks) and equation names are correct. Verify the programming information within each equation.
· If TrueAlert addressable controllers are installed, verify all point and zone information for the controller.
· Access Levels. The default access level for several functions is no longer access level 1 and has been changed to access level 2. Access levels that are not valid after conversion will be set to the default access level for the function.
· The panel serial number needs to be entered. Refer to “Entering Panel CPU Serial Number,” earlier in this chapter for information on doing this. The panel serial number appears when the panel is first started.
· Verify all point list information, including alarm verification, coding, WalkTest, and elevator recall.
· Verify all network information.
4. Save, build, and download the new job configuration.
5. Verify system operation. A 100% system test must be completed to ensure proper system operation.

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Entering Notes/Setting Preferences

Entering Notes

The Notes window is a blank screen in which you can input any notes, reminders, etc. related to the job. Access this window by clicking on the Tools menu and selecting Notes, or by clicking on the Notes icon on the toolbar.

Setting Preferences

The preferences dialog, shown in the figure below, allows you to control general system behavior and appearance. Click the Edit menu and select Preferences to gain access to this dialog.

Figure 3-16. Preferences Dialog Set the options in this dialog as follows:
· Job. Click on the Reload Job checkbox to automatically reload the last saved job each time you start the programmer.
· Toolbar Icon Size. Use to select large or small icons on the programmer toolbar. · Checklist. Two preference settings exist for this option.
– Reminder. If this box is checked, the programmer generates a reminder dialog each time you exit a screen whose corresponding entry in the Programmer Task Checklist has not been marked as complete. For example, if you view the General Information tab and its checklist entry is not marked as complete, the programmer will ask whether you want to mark the task as complete when you exit the screen.
– Build Warning. Attempting to build a job when all mandatory checklist tasks are not marked as complete causes the programmer to generate warning messages in the job builder screen.
· Default Central Station Email Address. This option allows you to set the default central station email address used by a per point SDACT. The address that you enter here will automatically appear in the email address field of the SDACT card’s programming screen.
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Chapter 4 Editing Panel Information, System Options, and
Restricting Access to Display Functions

Introduction In this Chapter

This chapter describes programming the following information and options.
· Panel Information consists of the fields used to record panel-, branch-, and customerspecific information.
· System Options are pre-programmed, application-specific features of the PC Programmer.
· Access Levels/Passcodes restrict access to the features and functions of the panel, and prevent unauthorized users from controlling the devices attached to the 4100U.

Refer to the page number listed in this table for information on a specific topic.

Topic Entering General Information Enabling and Disabling System Options Restricting Access to Operator Interface Functions

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Entering General Information

Open General Information Screen

Use the General Information screen, shown in Figure 4-1, to document information about the panel, branch, person who programmed the system, and customer.
To open the General Information screen, do the following:
1. Click on the Panel tab at the top of the programmer. 2. Click on the General Info. tab at the bottom of the programmer. 3. Enter the appropriate information in the fields shown below.

Figure 4-1. General Information Fields
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Enabling and Disabling System Options

Introduction

4100U System Options are global attributes that control the following:
· They allow you to control the appearance of some information on the panel’s display. For example, whether the temperature displays in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
· They allow you to control whether specific application options (such as Door Drop on AC Fail) are enabled or disabled.
To open the System Options screen, do the following:
1. Click on the Panel tab at the top of the programmer. Click on the System Options tab at the bottom of the programmer. A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 4-2 appears.
2. Refer to Table 4-1 for specific details on each option.

Figure 4-2. System Options
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Detailed System Option Descriptions

Table 4-1. Summary of System Options

Type General

Option Date Format Time Format Temperature
Format
Acknowledge Option
Service Reset

Description
Choose MM-DD-YY to see the date expressed on the panel’s display and in the historical logs as Month-Day-Year (for example January 4th would display as 01-04-01). Choose DD-MM-YY to see the date expressed as DayMonth-Year (for example January 4th would display as 0401-01). The default is MM-DD-YY.
Choose 12 Hour to see time expressed on the panel’s display and in the historical logs as a.m. and p.m. (for example 12:00 a.m. versus 12:00 p.m.) Choose 24 Hour to see time expressed as “military time” (for example 10:00 in the evening is expressed as 22:00). The default is 12 Hour.
Choose either Centigrade or Fahrenheit, depending on the customer’s preference (typically international customer’s require Centigrade and domestic customer’s require Fahrenheit). The default is Fahrenheit.
Global acknowledge. When this option is enabled, one press of the appropriate acknowledge key (Alarm Ack, Trouble Ack, Priority 2 Ack, Supervisory Ack) acknowledges every point currently reporting the alarm, trouble, priority 2, or supervisory condition. For example, if 5 alarms are present on the system and global acknowledge is enabled, one press of the Alarm Ack key acknowledges all five alarms at the same time.
Individual Acknowledge. When enabled, it means every alarm, trouble, etc. must be individually acknowledged. For example, if five alarms are present, you first press the Alarm Ack button five times to acknowledge each alarm, and then as each alarm condition clears, you need to press the Alarm Ack button again.
If this option is enabled, an operator can reset the system even though the device causing the alarm has not restored to normal. The typical application for this would be the case where a malfunctioning initiating device (detector or sensor consisting of a base and removable head) causes an alarm, but will not reset even though the off-normal condition is no longer present. With this option enabled, the head can be removed and the system (including the local energy masterbox, if provided) can be reset. Without this option enabled, removing the head will cause the system to abort the reset because it will not have seen the alarmed point/zone having restored to a normal state, and it will not be possible to reset the local energy masterbox. The default setting for this option is disabled.

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Detailed System Option Descriptions, (continued)

Table 4-1. Summary of System Options (continued)

Type

Option

Description

Miniplex Local Mode

When the Miniplex Local Mode system option is enabled on a panel whose job type is 4100T (4100 Universal Transponder), it allows the panel to operate on its own following loss of communication with the “master” panel
If the master contains the custom programming for the 4100 UT panel’s NACs, the 4100T signals a general alarm if any of its initiating devices enter the alarm state.

If this option is enabled, the display alternates between two screens similar to Screen 1 and Screen 2 below. Screen 1 is a summary screen containing information on the number of active alarms, troubles, etc. Screen 2 shows detailed information on the first alarm received by the system.
Screen 1

General

Display First Alarm
Combined Alarm and Hardware
Reset
Language of Use

FIRE FIRE = 1 PRI2=0

Press (ACK) to review.

SUPV=0

TRBL=0

Screen 2
FIRST FLOOR EAST WING PULL STATION

ROOM 31

If Display 1st Alarm Option is not enabled, only a screen similar to Screen 1 appears, indicating the total number of alarm conditions present on the system.
If checked, pressing the Reset button performs an alarm reset followed by a hardware reset. If this option is not selected, the first press of the Reset key performs an alarm reset and the second press of this key performs a hardware reset.
The pull down listbox contains two options, English and Alternate. Use Alternate only when you download an alternate msglib file, containing alternate language text, to the panel. If no alternate msglib file is downloaded, you must use the English option.
This option is for systems that are configured with legacy signals (e.g.4100-4021) and newer style signal circuits (4009A, QuickAlert, etc).

Sync Legacy Signals

If the SMPL opcodes MARCH60, MARCH120, AND TEMPORAL are used to code signals and this option is checked, legacy signals will be synchronized with the new signals (note this only applies to the SMPL opcodes listed above). The reason for not always having this option set is that the activation of legacy signals can be delayed up to 4 seconds in order to synchronize them with the new signal circuits.

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Detailed System Option Descriptions, (continued)

Type

Table 4-1. Summary of System Options (continued)

Option
Non Steady Audible Evac

Description
When enabled, this option allows you to select the type of operation for Non Steady Audible Evacuation Signals. The term Non Steady Audible Evacuation Signal refers to any Notification Appliance capable of sounding a coded signal. The default setting for this option is not enabled. Choices are:
· March Time. A coded signal that uses 120 beats per minute. Each beat consists of 1/4 second pulse on, 1/4 second off. Pattern repeats until alarm silence.
· Slow March Time. A coded signal that uses 20 beats per minute. Each beat consists of 1/2 second pulse on, 1/2 second off. Pattern repeats until alarm silence.
· Temporal. A five-pulse coding pattern consisting of five ½ second pulses, each separated by a ½ second silence. Each three pulse group is separated by 1 ½ seconds of silence. Pattern repeats until alarm silence.
· California Code 1. A coding pattern consisting of 12 beats within a 10 second span of time, followed by a 2 and ½ second pause. This sequence repeats four times (four rounds) and then terminates (i.e., the total coding pattern lasts approximately one minute).
· California Code 3. Same coding pattern as California Code 1, however the sequence repeats 12 times (12 rounds) and then terminates (i.e., the total coding pattern lasts approximately three minutes).

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Type General

Table 4-1. Summary of System Options (continued)

Option
Non Steady Visual Evac
Alarm Cutout Timer

Description
When enabled, this option allows you to select the flash pattern output by Non Steady Visual Signals. The term Non Steady Visual Signal refers to any Visual Notification Appliance capable of emitting a pattern of flashes (such as incandescent visuals). The default setting for this option is not enabled.
Choices are:
· March Time. A coded signal that uses 120 beats per minute. Each beat consists of 1/4 second pulse on, 1/4 second off.
· Slow March Time. . A coded signal that uses 60 beats per minute. Each beat consists of 1/2 second pulse on, 1/2 second off.
· Temporal. A five-pulse coding pattern consisting of five ½ second pulses, each separated by a ½ second silence. Each three pulse group is separated by 1 ½ seconds of silence.
Note: This option cannot be used for public mode signaling as defined in Section 4-4 of NFPA 72-99.
This option allows you to set a duration (up to 60 minutes) that specifies how long signals sound following an alarm. For example, with this option set at two minutes, building signals sound for two minutes and then automatically stop. After the signals stop, the alarm condition remains active at the panel.
If Alarm Silence/Reset Inhibit option is active, it takes precedence over this option. See description of Alarm Silence/Reset Inhibit below for more information
The range for this option is 1 minute to 60 minutes. The default setting for this option is not enabled. Set the point type for visual NACS to SVISUAL to have them turn off at the same time as the audible signals.

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Detailed System Option Descriptions, (continued)

Type General

Table 4-1. Summary of System Options (continued)

Option
Alarm Silence / Reset Inhibit
Door Drop on AC Fail
Door Drop on Alarm

Description
This option disables the Alarm Silence and System Reset keys for a user- definable duration that ranges from 1 to 60 minutes. The timer is activated only by the first alarm (i.e., subsequent alarms do not reset the timer).
If this option and the Alarm Cutout Timer are both enabled, this option takes precedence. For example, if the Alarm Cutout Timer is set to one minute and this option is set to 2 minutes, signals continue to sound after one minute.
The default setting is not enabled.
Note: This option must be enabled for Canadian jobs.
Enabling this option programs the 4100U to provide DC battery power to magnetic door holders following an AC Power Loss at the panel. The duration of time for which the panel powers the door holders following a power loss is between 0 and 600 seconds.
It is recommended that this option be set to 60 seconds. This allows the system to hold open the doors following a short, momentary power outage, eliminating the need to reset door holders in this type of situation. If, however, the power outage is significant, setting the value to 60 seconds ensures that the panel’s batteries are not drawn down too far.
The default setting is not enabled.
Enabling this option programs the 4100U to hold magnetic door holders open for a set duration during an alarm condition

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