PFC-6800 Fire Alarm Control Panel Installation, Operation, & Programming Manual Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC St. Louis, MO Customer Service: (866) 240-1870 • Technical Support: (866) 956-1211 • Fax: (314) 595-6999 www.pottersignal.com Manual #5403602 Rev B-1 10/13 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 WARRANTY INFORMATION The essential purpose of any sale or contract for sale of any of the products listed in the POTTER catalog or price list is the furnishing of that product. It is expressly understood that in furnishing said product, POTTER does not agree to insure the Purchaser against any losses the Purchaser may incur, even if resulting from the malfunction of said product. 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Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC 5757 Phantom Drive Ste 125 • St. Louis, MO 63042 • 314-595-6900 • 800-325-3936 2 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction .............................................................................................................................1-1 Purpose of This Manual ..........................................................................................................................1-1 System Overview ....................................................................................................................................1-1 System Features ......................................................................................................................................1-1 P-Link Accessories ............................................................................................................................1-2 SLC Loop Accessories .......................................................................................................................1-2 Addressable Sensors .........................................................................................................................1-2 Addressable Modules ........................................................................................................................1-2 How to Use this Manual .........................................................................................................................1-3 Common Terminology ............................................................................................................................1-3 Section 2: Before You Start Installation ..................................................................................................2-4 System Specifications .............................................................................................................................2-4 Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................................2-4 System Configurations / Appliances .......................................................................................................2-4 Electrical Specifications ..........................................................................................................................2-5 System Size Specifications .....................................................................................................................2-5 Main Board Wiring Specifications ..........................................................................................................2-6 Circuit Separation .............................................................................................................................2-6 Wiring Types ......................................................................................................................................2-6 Cabinet Dimensions ................................................................................................................................2-7 Cabinet Wiring Connections ...................................................................................................................2-8 Battery Circuit Calculations ....................................................................................................................2-9 Battery Calculation Worksheets ............................................................................................................2-10 SLC Current Draw Worksheet ..............................................................................................................2-12 SLC #___ Current Draw Worksheet for SLCE-127s ............................................................................2-13 Isolator Device Load Calculation .........................................................................................................2-14 Scenario 1: Class A Loop – Isolated Devices Configuration ..........................................................2-14 Scenario 2: Class B Loop – Isolated Branch Configuration ..........................................................2-15 Battery Connections ..............................................................................................................................2-16 Main Supply Circuit ..............................................................................................................................2-16 Section 3: Installation .............................................................................................................................3-17 Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) Installation .............................................................................................3-17 SLC Wiring Requirements ...............................................................................................................3-17 Class B, Style 4 Wiring Configuration ............................................................................................3-17 Class A, Style 6 Wiring Configuration ............................................................................................3-18 Class A, Style 7 Wiring Configuration ............................................................................................3-18 Connecting Analog Detectors ...............................................................................................................3-19 Connecting Addressable Modules .........................................................................................................3-19 Conventional Initiating Zones (CIZM-4) Class A ...........................................................................3-19 Conventional Initiating Zones (CIZM-4) Class B ...........................................................................3-20 Miniature Contact Module (MCM) .................................................................................................3-20 Single Contact Module – 4 inch Mount (SCM-4) ...........................................................................3-20 Dual Contact Module – 4 inch Mount (DCM-4) ............................................................................3-21 Twin Relay Module – 4 inch mount (TRM-4) ..................................................................................3-21 Monitored Output Module – 4 inch mount (MOM-4) .....................................................................3-22 3 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 Analog Sounder Base (ASB) ...........................................................................................................3-22 Analog Relay Base (ARB) ...............................................................................................................3-22 Single Action / Dual Action Pull Station (APS-SA / APS-DA) ........................................................3-23 Addressing SLC Devices ......................................................................................................................3-24 Notification Appliance Circuits Installation ..........................................................................................3-26 NAC Wiring .....................................................................................................................................3-26 NAC Maximum Wiring Impedance Formula ..................................................................................3-26 NAC Wiring Configurations ...........................................................................................................3-26 I/O Circuit Configuration ......................................................................................................................3-28 I/O Circuits as Inputs ......................................................................................................................3-28 I/O Circuits as Outputs ...................................................................................................................3-28 I/O Maximum Impedance Formula .................................................................................................3-28 Reverse Polarity Communication Line Circuit .....................................................................................3-29 Municipal Box Connection ...................................................................................................................3-30 Relay Output Wiring .............................................................................................................................3-30 CA-6500 Class A Expander Installation ...............................................................................................3-31 P-Link Devices .....................................................................................................................................3-32 Configuration Characteristics ........................................................................................................3-32 Maximum Wire Resistance Formula ...............................................................................................3-32 P-Link Addresses .............................................................................................................................3-33 Remote Annunciators Installation (RA-6500 and RA-6075) ................................................................3-34 Setting Addresses ............................................................................................................................3-34 LED Annunciators Installation (LED-16) .............................................................................................3-34 LED Drivers Installation (DRV-50) ......................................................................................................3-35 Relay Board Installation (RLY-5) .........................................................................................................3-37 Fire Communications Bridge Installation (FCB-1000) ........................................................................3-38 Fiber Interface Bridge Installation (FIB-1000) .....................................................................................3-39 FIB-1000 Wiring .............................................................................................................................3-40 Serial Parallel Gateway Installation (SPG-1000) .................................................................................3-41 SLCE-127 Installation ..........................................................................................................................3-42 SLCE-127 Wiring ............................................................................................................................3-42 P-Link Circuit .................................................................................................................................3-43 SLC Circuit Wiring ..........................................................................................................................3-44 SLCE Wiring Configurations ..........................................................................................................3-44 DACT Installation (UD-1000) ..............................................................................................................3-46 P-Link & Dip Switch Locations ......................................................................................................3-47 Section 4: Operation ...............................................................................................................................4-48 Control Panel Basic Operation ..............................................................................................................4-48 LCD Display ...................................................................................................................................4-48 Menu Navigation Keys ....................................................................................................................4-49 Numeric Keypad ..............................................................................................................................4-49 Function Pushbuttons .....................................................................................................................4-49 Status LEDs .....................................................................................................................................4-50 Control Panel Menu Tree ......................................................................................................................4-51 Section 5: Programming .........................................................................................................................5-52 Programming Options ...........................................................................................................................5-52 Programming Overview ........................................................................................................................5-55 4 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 The Programming Cycle .......................................................................................................................5-55 Software Installation .............................................................................................................................5-55 LEARN Programming ..........................................................................................................................5-56 Connecting the Computer and Panel .....................................................................................................5-56 Transferring Data ..................................................................................................................................5-58 Uploading from Panel to Computer ................................................................................................5-59 Downloading Configuration File to Panel ............................................................................................5-60 Enable Remote Access ....................................................................................................................5-60 File New ..........................................................................................................................................5-61 File Save / Save As ..........................................................................................................................5-61 Audit Errors ....................................................................................................................................5-61 Uploading History Events & Detector (Sensitivity) Status Reports .....................................................5-63 History Reports ...............................................................................................................................5-63 Detector Sensitivity Status Reports .................................................................................................5-64 Printing Reports ..............................................................................................................................5-65 Panel Software Overview .....................................................................................................................5-66 Window Regions / Areas..................................................................................................................5-66 Program Icons .................................................................................................................................5-67 Programming Functions Overview .......................................................................................................5-68 Remote Access Code .............................................................................................................................5-69 User Name / Password ....................................................................................................................5-69 General System Functions ....................................................................................................................5-70 Job Details ......................................................................................................................................5-70 General Options ..............................................................................................................................5-70 Day/Night Sensitivity Mode and Holiday Scheduling .....................................................................5-71 User Codes ......................................................................................................................................5-72 System E-mail Functions ......................................................................................................................5-73 P-Link E-mail Notification Requirements .......................................................................................5-74 Connecting the Panel to a Network ................................................................................................5-74 E-mail Sent from Panel ...................................................................................................................5-75 E-mail Report Requested from PC ..................................................................................................5-76 Receiving E-mail Status Reports .....................................................................................................5-78 Creating E-mail Reminders ............................................................................................................5-80 System Programming ............................................................................................................................5-81 Mapping Zones Overview ...............................................................................................................5-81 Single Zones ....................................................................................................................................5-81 Multiple Zones ................................................................................................................................5-81 Mapping Terminology .....................................................................................................................5-82 Zone Types / Styles ..........................................................................................................................5-82 Zone Attributes ................................................................................................................................5-83 Creating Zones ................................................................................................................................5-85 Configuring Zones ...........................................................................................................................5-86 Configuring Points ..........................................................................................................................5-86 NAC Functions ................................................................................................................................5-87 SLC Functions .................................................................................................................................5-88 Adding Points to Zones ...................................................................................................................5-91 Group by Area .................................................................................................................................5-93 Cross Zone Configurations ...................................................................................................................5-94 5 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 Programming Modules ..........................................................................................................................5-95 CA-6500 Class A Converter Module ..............................................................................................5-95 Remote Annunciators (RA-6500 and RA-6075) ..............................................................................5-96 LED Annunciators (LED-16) ..........................................................................................................5-96 LED Driver (DRV-50) .....................................................................................................................5-97 Relay Board (RLY-5) .......................................................................................................................5-97 Fire Communications Bridge (FCB-1000) .....................................................................................5-98 Fiber Interface Bridge (FIB-1000) .................................................................................................5-99 SLC Expansion Boards (SLCE-127) ...............................................................................................5-99 Serial Parallel Printer (SPG-1000) ..............................................................................................5-100 DACT (UD-1000) ..........................................................................................................................5-101 Section 6: PSN-1000 / PSN-1000(E) – Installing, Operating & Programming................................6-103 Board Specifications ...........................................................................................................................6-103 Cabinet Descriptions ...........................................................................................................................6-103 Environmental Specifications .............................................................................................................6-103 Electrical Specifications ......................................................................................................................6-103 Wiring Specifications ..........................................................................................................................6-103 Circuit Separation & Wiring Types ...............................................................................................6-103 Cabinet Dimensions ............................................................................................................................6-104 Cabinet Installation .............................................................................................................................6-105 Cabinet Wiring Connections ...............................................................................................................6-106 Rechargeable Battery Circuit ..............................................................................................................6-106 Battery Circuit Calculation .................................................................................................................6-106 PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Battery Calculation Worksheet ...................................................................6-107 Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs) .............................................................................................6-108 NAC Wiring & Configurations ......................................................................................................6-108 Input Circuits ......................................................................................................................................6-110 Configuration Characteristics & Wiring to Control Panel ...........................................................6-110 Repeater Output ..................................................................................................................................6-111 Configuration Characteristics ......................................................................................................6-111 Municipal Box Connection .................................................................................................................6-112 Configuration Characteristics ......................................................................................................6-112 Relay Outputs ......................................................................................................................................6-112 PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Operations ..................................................................................................6-113 PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Programming ..............................................................................................6-114 Adding & Deleting a Power Supply ..............................................................................................6-114 Section 7: IP Communication ..............................................................................................................7-116 Programming the IP Communicator ...................................................................................................7-117 IP Reporting Accounts ..................................................................................................................7-117 Appendix A: Basic Operating Instructions.........................................................................................A-119 Appendix B: Modem Connectivity Setup ...........................................................................................B-121 Appendix C: System Maintenance and Testing.................................................................................C-122 Appendix D: PSN-1000/PSN-1000(E) Maintenance and Testing.....................................................D-123 Appendix E: Compatible Devices Table ..............................................................................................E-124 Appendix F: Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................F-125 Appendix G: Control Panel Menu ......................................................................................................G-126 6 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 Section 1: Introduction The Model PFC-6800 is a listed and approved, microprocessor based addressable fire control panel and complies with UL-864, NFPA-13, NFPA-70, NFPA-72, and NYC Fire Department Certificate of Approval #6155. The PFC-6800 system software is compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating Systems; additionally, the latest version of Microsoft .NET Framework is required. The system software incorporates conventional shortcuts, and provides great flexibility in effectively programming individual or groups of devices. The operational mode behavior of the ten (10) on-board circuits (NACs 1–6, and Input/Outputs 1–4) can be customized. This flexibility enables configuration of system points to maximize protection throughout controlled site(s). Purpose of This Manual This manual is intended to assist in the installation and programming the PFC-6800 Fire Alarm Control Panel. Refer to this manual to properly install and program the PFC-6800. It is recommended that the user follows the procedures as outlined in this manual to assist in proper installation and prevent damage to the control panel and associated equipment. System Overview The PFC-6800 system is designed for use as a fire control panel for life safety applications. System Features yy The PFC-6800 features a built in signaling line circuit (SLC), and is capable of supporting 1,016 Potter/Nohmi protocol devices by adding a maximum of seven (7) SLCE-127 Loop Expanders. yy 10.0 Amp 24vdc Power Supply yy Six (6) Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs) each rated at 3.0 Amps maximum. y Power Limited y Built in Sync y Cadence Patterns y Auxiliary Power yy Four (4) Input/Output Circuits each rated at 1.0 Amps maximum. y Power Limited y Built in Sync y Cadence Patterns y Auxiliary Power y Contact Input y Reverse Polarity Driver yy Support for all major synchronization patterns. y Potter y Gentex® y CooperWheelock® y System Sensor® yy Built-in Ethernet port for programming and network connectivity. yy Built-in e-mail support to communicate system status and event information. yy Customizable Reminder E-mails. yy Dual P-Link RS-485 bus supports system accessories. yy 1,000 event non-volatile history buffer. yy Learn mode enrolls connected sensors and modules for efficient system programming. yy 1500 Software Zones yy Dead-front Cabinet Design yy 4 X 40 character LCD display yy Dedicated Alarm, Supervisory and Trouble Form C Relays 1-1 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 yy Analog / Addressable Sensing Technology y Drift Compensation y Drift Alert y NFPA 72 compliant calibrated smoke test built-in P-Link Accessories yy RA-6500 or RA-6075 Remote Annunciator – Maximum of 31 per system in any combination yy UD-1000 Dual Line Fire Communicator – Maximum of 1 per system yy CA-6500 Class A converter module – Maximum of 1 per system allows for Class A wiring of the SLC circuit, P-Link communication bus and the six (6) built-in NAC circuits yy SLCE-127 Signal Line Communication expansion board – Maximum of 7 per system supporting an additional 1,016 points yy PSN-1000 / PSN-1000(E) Intelligent Power Supply Expander – An accessory to the panel providing ten (10) amps of additional power, with four (4) input points, six (6) notification circuits and a P-Link interface yy LED-16 Annunciator module - Maximum of 31 total per system allows for up to 16 zones alarm, supervisory and trouble conditions to display, and five (5) non-programmable system LEDs that display system's overall condition yy DRV-50 LED Driver module - Maximum of 31 total per system allows output to up to 50 LEDs, four (4) dry contact inputs, and five (5) non-programmable system LEDs that display system's overall condition yy RLY-5 Relay Board module - Maximum of 31 per system provides five (5) Form-C relay outputs yy FCB-1000 Fire Communications Bridge - An accessory that provides a remotely-located IP connection to the panel yy FIB-1000 Fiber Interface Bridge - An accessory to the panel that converts the standard 4-wire P-Link bus to and from optic cable capable of Class A operation; maximum of 30 total per system yy SPG-1000 Serial Parallel Gateway - An accessory to the panel that drives a serial or parallel printer; maximum of 31 per system SLC Loop Accessories • Addressable Sensors y Photoelectric Smoke Detector (PSA) y Photoelectric/Heat Smoke Detector (PSHA) y Fixed Temperature Heat Detector (FHA) y Rate of Rise/Fixed Temperature Heat Detector (RHA) y Addressable Isolator Base (AIB) y Addressable Relay Base (ARB) y Addressable Sounder Base (ASB) y Addressable Pull Station (APS) • Addressable Modules y Miniature Contact Module (MCM) y Single Contact Module (SCM-4) y Dual Contact Module (DCM-4) y Twin Relay Module (TRM-4) y Monitored Output Module (MOM-4) y Conventional Input Zone Module (CIZM-4) y Short Circuit Isolator (SCI) 1-2 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 How to Use this Manual Refer to this manual before contacting Technical Support. The information in this manual is the key to a successful installation and will assist you in understanding proper wire routing, system requirements, and other guidelines specific to the PFC-6800 system. Common Terminology The following table provides you with a list of terms and definitions used with the PFC-6800 system: Table 1: Terminology Term Definition PFC-6800 Cabinet Enclosure EOLD or Diode Assembly End of Line Diode Assembly EOLR End of Line Resistor Assembly Remote Annunicator LCD type Remote Annunicator NAC Notification Appliance Circuit SLC Signaling Line Circuit DACT Digital Alarm Communicator Transmitter (UD-1000) 1-3 PFC-6800 • 5403602 • Rev B-1 • 10/13 Section 2: Before You Start Installation This section addresses information that will help you in completing a successful installation, such as the PFC-6800 cabinet layout, specifications, environmental considerations, and calculating the battery circuit and SLC current draw requirements. System Specifications Cabinet Description yy Sixteen (16) gauge sheet steel with hinged, removable locked door yy Enclosure dimensions – 26" x 17.6" x 3.75" Visual Indicators yy LCD (4 x 40 alphanumeric character display) yy LED indicators (Red, Green, Amber) LCD Description yy Alarm, Supervisory and Trouble conditions display applicable condition, status and circuit for each correlating condition Environmental Specifications yy Mount indoors only. yy Temperature 32° to 120°F, humidity 93% non-condensing. yy Verify panel is properly grounded. yy Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing, reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make all cable entries from the sides, bottom, or rear of the cabinet. Verify that they will not interfere with the batteries or other components. yy The panel and system must be tested and maintained in accordance with all local and national codes and ordinances. System Configurations / Appliances Table 2: System Configurations / Appliances Remote Central Model Description Local Auxiliary Proprietary Station Station PFC-6800 Main Board/Panel Assembly Y Y Y Y Y CA-6500 Class A Expander O O O O O UD-1000 DACT N N Y Y Y RA-6500 or LCD type remote Annunciator O O O O O RA-6075 PSN-1000 or Intelligent Power Supply Expander O O O O O PSN-1000(E) SLCE-127 SLC Loop Expander O O O O O LED-16 LED Annunciator O O O O O DRV-50 LED Driver O O O O O RLY-5 Relay Expander O O O O O FCB-1000 Fire Communications Bridge O O O O O FIB-1000 Fiber Interface Bridge O O O O O SPG-1000 Serial/Parallel Printer Gateway O O O O O 3005013 End of line resistor assembly Y Y Y Y Y 3005012 End of line resistor and diode N Y N N N Y = Yes, required for applicable section N = No, not required for applicable section O = Optional, may or may not be used, has no affect on the applicable section. 2-4