SLC Signaling Line Circuit 51253 PDF
SLC Signaling Line Circuit 51253 PDF
SLC Signaling Line Circuit 51253 PDF
Document 51253
1/15/2010
P/N 51253:L
Rev: L
ECN 10-249
Fire Alarm System Limitations
While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm systemtypically made up of Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and
smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a predeter-
warning devices, and a fire alarm control panel with remote mined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise
notification capabilitycan provide early warning of a develop- heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time.
ing fire. Such a system, however, does not assure protection For this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector
against property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire. should be tested at least once per year by a qualified fire pro-
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detec- tection specialist. Heat detectors are designed to protect
tors be located throughout a protected premise following the property, not life.
recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the
Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's same room as the control panel and in rooms used by the sys-
recommendations, State and local codes, and the recommen- tem for the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communi-
dations contained in the Guides for Proper Use of System cations, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so
Smoke Detectors, which are made available at no charge to all located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crip-
installing dealers. These documents can be found at http:// pling its ability to report a fire.
www.systemsensor.com/html/applicat.html. A study by the Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people
Federal Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the if these devices are located on the other side of closed or
United States government) indicated that smoke detectors partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building.
may not go off in as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or
systems are designed to provide early warning against fire, those who have recently consumed drugs, alcohol or medica-
they do not guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire tion. Please note that:
alarm system may not provide timely or adequate warning, or
simply may not function, for a variety of reasons: Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures
in people with conditions such as epilepsy.
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on Studies have shown that certain people, even when they
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors hear a fire alarm signal, do not respond or comprehend the
also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. meaning of the signal. It is the property owner's responsi-
A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first- bility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to
floor or basement fire. make people aware of fire alarm signals and instruct them
on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
Particles of combustion or smoke from a developing fire
may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can
because: cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical
chimneys may inhibit particle or smoke flow. power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have
Smoke particles may become cold, stratify, and not reach been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically com-
Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air patible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equip-
outlets. ment listed for service with your control panel.
Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a
reaching the detector. premise to a central monitoring station may be out of service
The amount of smoke present may be insufficient to alarm or temporarily disabled. For added protection against tele-
smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at phone line failure, backup radio transmission systems are rec-
various levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not ommended.
created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inade-
detectors will not go into alarm. quate maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per
limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA stan-
chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming dards. At a minimum, the requirements of NFPA 72 shall be
fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ion- followed. Environments with large amounts of dust, dirt or
izing-type sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires high air velocity require more frequent maintenance. A main-
better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different tenance agreement should be arranged through the local man-
ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type ufacturer's representative. Maintenance should be scheduled
of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detector monthly or as required by National and/or local fire codes and
may not provide adequate warning of a fire. should be performed by authorized professional fire alarm
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate installers only. Adequate written records of all inspections
warning of fires caused by arson, children playing with should be kept.
matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of Limit-C1-2-2007
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0-49 This system contains static-sensitive components.
C/32-120 F and at a relative humidity 93% 2% RH (non- Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before han-
condensing) at 32C 2C (90F 3F). However, the useful dling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the
life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic com- body. Use static suppressive packaging to protect electronic
ponents may be adversely affected by extreme temperature assemblies removed from the unit.
ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and pro-
system and its peripherals be installed in an environment with gramming manuals. These instructions must be followed to
a normal room temperature of 15-27 C/60-80 F. avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indi- FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation.
cating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a Precau-D1-9-2005
10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.
FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can Canadian Requirements
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
used in accordance with the instruction manual may for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
cause interference to radio communications. It has been out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana-
tested and found to comply with the limits for class A dian Department of Communications.
computing devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits
protection against such interference when devices are radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interfer- Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ence, in which case the user will be required to correct ministere des Communications du Canada.
the interference at his or her own expense.
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction............................................................................................................. 8
1.1: About This Manual ........................................................................................................................................8
1.2: UL 864 Compliance.......................................................................................................................................9
1.2.1: Products Subject to AHJ Approval......................................................................................................9
1.3: Reference Documentation ............................................................................................................................9
1.4: SLC Overview .............................................................................................................................................11
1.5: Polling Protocols .........................................................................................................................................12
1.6: Devices .......................................................................................................................................................12
1.6.1: Monitor/Zone Interface Modules.......................................................................................................12
1.6.2: Control Modules ................................................................................................................................13
1.6.3: Isolator Modules ................................................................................................................................13
1.6.4: Relay Modules...................................................................................................................................13
1.6.5: Transponders .....................................................................................................................................13
1.6.6: Plug-in Detector Bases ......................................................................................................................14
1.6.7: Intelligent Detectors .........................................................................................................................14
1.6.8: Addressable Manual Pull Stations.....................................................................................................15
1.6.9: RFX Wireless Interface .....................................................................................................................15
1.6.10: ACPS-610/E Addressable Charger/Power Supply ..........................................................................15
1.6.11: ACPS-2406 Addressable Charger/Power Supply............................................................................15
1.6.12: AMPS-24/E Addressable Power Supply .........................................................................................15
1.7: SLC Capacity...............................................................................................................................................16
1.8: SLC Performance.........................................................................................................................................16
1.9: LED Operation.............................................................................................................................................17
Section 2: Wiring Requirements............................................................................................ 18
2.1: Recommended SLC Wiring.........................................................................................................................18
2.2: Two-Wire SLC - Style 4 (Class B) ..............................................................................................................20
2.2.1: Measuring Loop Resistance...............................................................................................................20
2.2.2: Measuring Total Wire Length ...........................................................................................................20
2.3: Four-Wire SLC Style 6 & 7 (Class A) .........................................................................................................21
2.3.1: Measuring Loop Resistance...............................................................................................................21
2.3.2: Measuring Total Wire Length ...........................................................................................................21
2.4: Control Panel Terminal Blocks....................................................................................................................22
2.4.1: NFS2-3030 and NFS-3030 with LCM-320, LEM-320 .....................................................................22
2.4.2: NFS2-640 with Loop Expander Modules, NFS-320 .........................................................................22
2.4.3: NFS-640 with Loop Expander Modules............................................................................................22
2.4.4: AFP-100 ............................................................................................................................................23
2.4.5: AFP-200 ............................................................................................................................................23
2.4.6: AFP-300/AFP-400.............................................................................................................................24
2.4.7: SLC Connections for AFP-300/AFP-400AM2020/AFP1010 with LIB-200A or LIB-400 ..............24
2.4.8: SLC Connections for LIB-200A & LIB-400System 5000 with AIM-200........................................25
Section 3: Shielded Wire Termination .................................................................................. 26
3.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................26
3.2: No Conduit...................................................................................................................................................26
3.3: Full Conduit .................................................................................................................................................27
3.4: Partial Conduit .............................................................................................................................................27
3.5: Floating Shield ............................................................................................................................................28
Section 4: SLC Circuits without Isolators ............................................................................ 29
4.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................29
4.2: NFPA Style 4 SLC .......................................................................................................................................29
4.3: NFPA Style 6 SLC .......................................................................................................................................30
Section 5: SLC Circuits with Isolators .................................................................................. 31
5.1: Overview......................................................................................................................................................31
Horizontal rotary
dials. New-format
FCM-1.
FCM-1 FCM-1
1. AFC-600 has been discontinued; to service existing installations of this panel, refer to the
original manuals shipped with the panel.
AFP-100 MPS-400
AFP-200 NCA
AFP-300/AFP-400 NFS-3030 with CPU-3030
AIM-200 NFS-640/E
AM2020/AFP1010 System 5000
BGX-101L XP Series (XPP-1, XPC-8, XPM-8 &
CMX-1 XPR-8)
CMX-2 XP5-C
FFT-7/FFT-7S XP5-M
LIB-400 ACPS-2406
MMX-1 B224RB
MMX-101 B501BH
MMX-2 B501BHT
MPS-24A/E FCPS-24/E
MPS-24B/E
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and Main Power Supply Installation Document Number
NFS2-3030 FACP Installation, Operations, and Programming Manuals 52544, 52546, 52545
NFS-3030 FACP Installation, Operations, and Programming Manuals 51330, 51345, 51344
System 5000 Installation, Operations, and Programming Manuals 15583, 15581, 15584
Power Supplies, Auxiliary Power Supplies & Battery Chargers Document Number
DNR/W Innovairflex intelligent, non-relay, low-flow photoelectric duct detector housing I56-3051
FSB-200, FSB-200S Single-ended Reflected Type Projected Beam Smoke Detector I56-2424
FSP-851, FSP-851T, FSP-851R and FAPT-851 Photoelectric Detectors Installation Document I56-1925
Note: Refer to the Device Compatibility Document for compatible conventional devices.
CAUTION:
! Do not program more than 99 addresses on a CLIP-mode SLC loop, because this will slow the
system down and compromise the response time of the panel to display off-normal events.
CAUTION:
! Do not program modules as CLIP and detectors as FlashScan on the same SLC. This combination
does not work.
1.6 Devices
1.6.1 Monitor/Zone Interface Modules
These addressable modules allow the control panel to monitor entire circuits of conventional alarm
initiating devices, such as manual pull stations, smoke detectors, heat detectors, waterflow and
supervisory devices.
FMM-1 Monitor Module; FlashScan or CLIP mode. (An earlier module named MMX-1 was
CLIP mode only.)
FDM-1 Dual Monitor Module; FlashScan or CLIP mode.
FMM-101 Addressable Mini-Monitor Module; FlashScan or CLIP mode. (An earlier module
named MMX-101 was CLIP mode only.)
FMM-4-20 Four-to-Twenty Milli-Amp Monitor Module; FlashScan mode only. CLIP mode
operation will generate a trouble message at the panel. This module is only compatible with the
NFS2-3030.
FZM-1 Zone Interface Module; FlashScan or CLIP mode. (An earlier module named MMX-2
was CLIP mode only).
XP5-M Supervises five Class-B addressable Initiating Device Circuits (IDC) which monitor
normally open contact initiating devices. Supports FlashScan or CLIP mode. This module is
capable of participating in degraded mode where supported by the FACP. (See the XP5 Series
Manual.)
XP6-MA Allows an intelligent alarm system to monitor six zones of conventional two-wire
detectors; FlashScan or CLIP mode.
XP10-M Supervises ten Class-B addressable Initiating Device Circuits (IDC) which monitor
normally open contact initiating devices; FlashScan or CLIP mode. This module is capable of
participating in degraded mode where supported by the FACP.
1.6.5 Transponders
XPIQ An integrated, multiple channel audio amplification and distribution subsystem
remotely controlled by the FACP. It can direct up to four low level audio signals from risers to
up to four audio amplifiers, which are then directed to up to four integrated, continuously
supervised speaker circuits. The XPIQ is FlashScan capable.
XP Series (XPP-1, XPC-8, XPM-8 & XPR-8) Provides the FACP with an efficient multiplex
subsystem capability. It communicates with the FACP and functions as a data-gathering panel
for alarm Initiating Device Circuits and as a remote switching center for Notification
Appliance Circuits (NAC), telephone circuits or relays. Not FlashScan capable.
For information on connecting these transponders to the SLC, refer to the XP Transponder Manual
or the XPIQ Manual.
FSD-751P Photoelectric Duct Detector. The FSD-751RP includes an alarm relay. Both models
support FlashScan or CLIP mode.
FSD-751PL Low-flow Photoelectric Duct Detector, with extended speed range of 1004000 FPM
(0.5 m/s to 20.3 m/s). FSD-751RPL adds a relay. Both models support FlashScan or CLIP mode.
DNR/W Innovairflex intelligent, non-relay, low-flow photoelectric duct detector housing. Low
Flow refers to the air velocity rating of 100 to 4,000 feet per minute (0.5 to 20.32 m/sec). Requires
FST-851 photoelectric smoke detector. Accommodates the installation of the FRM-1 addressable
relay module. The DNRW is the same as the DNR with a watertight housing.
FSH-751 (HARSH) A special smoke detector that provides early warning smoke detection in
hostile environments where traditional smoke detectors are not practical. Supports FlashScan or
CLIP mode. (An earlier model named HPX-751 was CLIP mode only.)
FSL-751 VIEW An advanced intelligent photoelectric detector that uses a laser diode, special
optics, and signal processing to obtain extremely high sensitivity. Supports FlashScan and CLIP
mode; compatible with AFP-300/AFP-400, NFS-640, NFS2-640, NFS-320 and NFS-3030/NFS2-
3030 only. LPX-751L is compatible with AFP-200 and AM2020/AFP1010; CLIP mode only. (An
earlier version named LPX-751 was CLIP mode only and compatible with AFP-300/AFP-400.)
Table 1.2 SLC Circuit Configuration and Performance: Style 4, Style 6, Style 7
NFS-320/E/C, Monitor Module Blinks RED RED continuous Blinks GREEN RED continuous
NFS2-640/E, Control Module Blinks GREEN GREEN continuous Blinks GREEN GREEN continuous
NFS-640/E Detector Blinks RED RED continuous Blinks GREEN RED continuous
NFS2-3030,
NFS-3030
NOTE: In CLIP mode, the LPX-751 and HPX-751 blink GREEN in standby and stay RED when
activated.
FACP: Recommended
Wire Gauge
Wire Type and Limitations* Max. Distance
NOTE: Twisted-shielded pair or untwisted unshielded wire is not recommended for use with LIB-200A or LIB-400.
Untwisted, unshielded wire, in conduit 1,000 ft. (304.8 m) 12 to 18 AWG (3.31 mm to 0.82 mm)
or outside of conduit.
Note: Twisted-shielded pair is not recommended for use with this panel.
Note: Maximum total capacitance of all SLC wiring (both between conductors and from any conductor to ground) should not exceed 0.5
microfarads.
Untwisted, unshielded wire, in conduit 5,000 ft. (1,524 m) 12 to 16 AWG (3.31 mm to 1.31 mm)
or outside of conduit. 3,700 ft. (1,127.76m) 18 AWG (0.82 mm)
Twisted, shielded pair 5,000 ft. (1,524 m) 12 to 16 AWG (3.31 mm to 1.31 mm)
Note: 3,700 ft. (1,127.76m) 18 AWG (0.82 mm)
Shields must be isolated from ground.
Shields should be broken at each device.
Note: Maximum total capacitance of all SLC wiring (both between conductors and from any conductor to ground) should not
exceed 0.5 microfarads.
Table 2.1 Wiring Recommendations: NFS-320, NFS2-640, NFS-640, NFS2-3030, NFS-3030, LCM-
320, LEM-320, LIB-200A, and LIB-400
* XPIQ-SLI is an SLC device that provides an additional local SLC loop. This local SLC loop should use the same type of
wire recommended for the FACP controlling the main SLC loop. Maximum resistance of the local SLC (from any device
to FACP): 50 ohms. Maximum resistance of the local SLC (from any device to XPIQ-SLI): 20 ohms. (Maximum number
of detectors and modules = 64) Maximum SLC local branch current degraded mode: 20 mA. Maximum distance of local
loop: 2,000 ft. (600 m). Recommended wire: 12 AWG (3.31 mm).
Notifier brand cable is recommended; see the product catalog available from Paige Electric.
FACP: Recommended
Wire Gauge
Wire Type and Limitations Max. Distance
AFP-100
Twisted, shielded pair, 40 ohms 10,000 ft. (3,000 m) 12 AWG (3.31 mm)
maximum per length of Style 6 and 7 8,000 ft. (2,400 m) 14 AWG (2.08 mm)
loops. 40 ohms per branch maximum 4,875 ft. (1,450 m) 16 AWG (1.31 mm)
for Style 4 loops. 3,225 ft. (980 m) 18 AWG (0.82 mm)
Untwisted, Unshielded 1,000 ft. (300 m) 12-18 12 to 18 AWG (3.31 mm to 0.82 mm)
Note: Twisted-unshielded pair wire is not recommended for use with this panel.
AFP-200
Untwisted, unshielded wire, in conduit 1,000 ft. (304.8 m) 12 to 18 AWG (3.31 mm to 0.82 mm)
or outside of conduit.
Note: Twisted-unshielded pair wire is not recommended for use with this panel.
Note: Maximum total capacitance of all SLC wiring (both between conductors and from any conductor to earth) should not exceed
0.5 microfarads.
AFP-300/AFP-400
Untwisted, unshielded wire, in conduit 1,000 ft. (304.8 m) 12 to 18 AWG (3.31 mm to 0.82 mm)
or outside of conduit.
Note: Twisted-unshielded pair wire is not recommended for use with this panel.
Twisted-shielded pair. Maximum loop 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) 12 AWG (3.31 mm)
resistance is 40 ohms. Maximum 8,000 ft. (2,438.4 m) 14 AWG (2.08 mm)
length is 10,000 ft. per channel (NFPA 4,875 ft. (1,485.9 m) 16 AWG (1.31 mm)
Style 4) or 10,000 ft. total twisted pair 3,225 ft. (982.98 m) 18 AWG (0.82 mm)
length (NFPA Style 6 and 7). Maximum
loop current is 200 mA (short circuit) or *If the wiring connected to the LIB-200 leaves the building it must be in conduit. It can
100 mA (normal). not exceed 1000 m (1093 yards), must not cross any power lines, and must not be in the
vicinity of any high voltage. These outdoor wiring restrictions do not apply to the LIB-
200A or the LIB-400.
Twisted-shielded pair. Maximum loop 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) 12 AWG (3.31 mm)
resistance: 40 ohms. 8,000 ft. (2,438.4 m) 14 AWG (2.08 mm)
Maximum loop voltage: 27.6 VDC. 4,875 ft. (1,485.9 m) 16 AWG (1.31 mm)
Maximum loop current: 200 mA (short 3,225 ft. (982.98 m) 18 AWG (0.82 mm)
circuit) or 100 mA (normal operation).
SLC Out
SLC-meas5.cdr
Branch
Segment
Segment
Five
Four
Segment
SLC-meas2.cdr
STEP 2
Last Device
SLC Return
Short Point
SLC Out
SLC-meas5.cdr
First Device
STEP 3
SLC Return
Last Device
LEM320-SLC-TB.cdr
SLC Loop Connections SLC Loop Connections
on Loop Control Modules on Loop Expander Module
NFS2640-SLC-TB.wmf,
LEM320-SC-tb.wmf
SLC Loop #1 Connections SLC Loop #2 Connections
on FACPs main circuit board on Loop Expander Module
SLC1
B+ A+ B- A-
B+ A+ B- A- TB1
TB16
SLC Loop #1 Connections SLC Loop #2 Connections
on FACPs main circuit board on Loop Expander Module
2.4.4 AFP-100
AFP-100 supports one SLC loop; the loop is CLIP mode only. The SLC loop connects to TB6.
slc-100.wmf
SLC Loop #1 Connections
on FACPs main circuit board
2.4.5 AFP-200
AFP-200 supports one SLC loop; the loop is CLIP mode only. The SLC loop connects to TB5.
slc-200.wmf
SLC Loop #1 Connections
on FACPs main circuit board
2.4.6 AFP-300/AFP-400
AFP-300 supports one SLC loop; AFP-400 supports two SLC loops. The loops are CLIP mode
only. SLC loops connect to TB6 on AFP-300; SLC loops connect to TB5 and TB6 on AFP-400.
slc-300.wmf, slc-400.wmf
SLC Loop #1 Connections SLC Loop Connections
ons main circuit board ons main circuit board
slc-lib-200a.wmf,slc-lib-400.wmf
Pin 3 SLC Loop Port A- Pin 3 SLC Loop Port A-
LIB-200A LIB-400
2.4.8 SLC Connections for LIB-200A & LIB-400System 5000 with AIM-200
System 5000 with AIM-200 supports one SLC loop; the loop is CLIP mode only. The SLC loop
connects to P8 on AIM-200.
slc-aim-200.wmf
Figure 2.10 SLC Connections for AIM-200
NOTE: AFC-600 has been discontinued; to service existing installations of this panel, refer to
the original manuals shipped with the panel.
Figure 2.11
3.1 Overview
This section shows the proper termination of the shield, if used.
Shielding of the SLC is recommended for use with AFP-100, AFP-200, AFP-300/400, LIB-200,
and AIM-200 Proper termination of the shield depends on the type of conduit used:
Section 3.2, No Conduit.
Section 3.3, Full Conduit (Canadian requirement).
Section 3.4, Partial Conduit.
Shielding of the SLC is not recommended for use with NFS-320/E/C, NFS2-640/E, NFS-640/E,
NFS2-3030, NFS-3030, LCM-320, LEM-320, LIB-200A or LIB-400. If twisted-shielded wire is
used in one of these installations, use a floating shield to terminate the wire as shown in
Section 3.5, Floating Shield, on page 28.
Use of good wiring practice consistent with local electrical codes is expected.
3.2 No Conduit
For use with AFP-100, AFP-200, AFP-300/400, LIB-200, and AIM-200 only
Scrape the paint on the cabinet to bare metal to provide a good electrical connection. Fold the foil
and drain wire back over the cable jacket. Slide the cable into the connector clamp and secure. The
drain wire should be connected to the connector screw. Do not allow the shield drain wire or foil to
enter the system cabinet.
Connector Screw
Shield Drain Wire
Cabinet
Foil
SLC-swterm1.cdr
Conduit
Shield2.wmf, SLC-swterm2a.wmf
Tape over foil.
Cabinet Foil
Shield Drain Wire
Example at right illustrates
shield drain wire connection
to an SLC terminal block Conduit
without a reference or
shield connection. +
NOTE: For Style 6 or Style 7 SLC wiring, connect one end of the shield to the
reference/negative side of the respective channel.
Cabinet
SLC-swterm3.cdr
Conduit
Tape
SLC-swterm4.cdr
NOTE: Using shielded wire in applications where it is not recommended will reduce the maximum
SLC length. If shielded wire must be used where not recommended, failing to float the ends will
reduce the maximum SLC length even further.
4.1 Overview
This chapter concerns itself with the two styles of circuits that do not require isolation devices:
NFPA 72 Style 4
NFPA 72 Style 6
Addressable Module
T-tapped Circuits
B+ B
SLC-style4.cdr
Control Panel
SLC
SLC Out
Addressable Module
SLC Return
B+ B A A+
SLC-style6.cdr
Control Panel
SLC
NOTE: T-tapping of the SLC wiring is NOT allowed for Style 6 configuration.
5.1 Overview
There are two isolator devices used to protect critical elements of the FlashScan-mode or CLIP-
mode SLC loop from faults on other SLC branches or segments.
Fault Isolator Module
Isolator Detector Base B224BI
A Fault Isolator Module on both sides of a device, or the combination of an Isolator Base and
Isolator Module are required to comply with NFPA Style 7 requirements.
CAUTION:
! If relay or sounder bases are not used, a maximum of 25 addressable devices can be connected
between Isolator Modules and/or Bases. When relay or sounder bases are used, the maximum
number of addressable devices that can be connected between Isolators is reduced to seven.
Isolator modules will not function properly when these limits are exceeded.
When more than 100 Isolator Modules and/or Isolator Bases are connected from theAFP-300 or
AFP-400 to an SLC loop, the address capacity of the loop is reduced by two (2) addresses for every
isolator device in excess of 100. The address capacity of the loop is reduced by two (2) addresses
for every isolator device in excess of 200 when the Isolator Modules and/or Isolator Bases are
connected to the SLC loop from the NFS-320/E/C, NFS2-640/E, NFS2-3030, NFS-3030,
NFS-640/E, AFP-100 or AFP-200.
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
SLC-isowire.cdr
SLC Isolated branch
of the SLC
Detector 1 X Detector 2
Y
Detector 5 Z
Detector 4 Detector 3
SLC Out SLC Return
SLC-isowork.wmf
Control Panel
Isolator Base Non-Isolating Device Short-circuit path
NOTE: For information on wiring an isolator base, refer to Figure 9.3, Wiring an Isolator Base
on page 54.
Isolator Module
Two-wire Addressable Detector
Isolated Branch
Isolator Module
Isolated Branch
Isolator Module
Isolated Branch
B B+
SLC-style4iso.cdr
Control Panel
SLC
Isolator Isolator
Module Module
Section B
Two-wire
Addressable Section C
Detector
Addressable
Pull Station
Section A
Isolator
Module
Two-wire Isolator
Detector Base
Isolator Isolator
Module Module
Addressable
Pull Station
Addressable
Detector
Isolator Isolator
Module Module
6.1 Description
These addressable modules monitor conventional contact-type alarm initiating devices. You can
configure module circuits as NFPA Style B (Class B) or Style D (Class A) Initiating Device
Circuits (IDC). There is no limit to the number of contact-type devices installed on a monitor
module IDC.
For more information on the individual module specifications refer to the Installation Instructions
that are provided with this device. For information on transponders, refer to the specific
transponder manual.
SLC
IDC Return Rotary
SLC+
Switches
IDC Return +
IDC Out +
IDC Out
FMMtpH.wmf
Areas used to record the device
address and SLC number.
24 VDC
24 VDC + SLC
Rotary
IDC Return SLC+ Switches
IDC Return +
IDC Out +
IDC Out
FZMtpH.wmf
Rotary
Switches
SLC
9 H SLC+
{
Address +1 8 H+
7L+
Base Address { 6L
FMMtpH.wmf
Areas used to record the device
address and SLC number.
FMM-101.cdr
IDC (-) Yellow
Non-Resettable
{ 24 VDC (-)
24 VDC (+) SLC (-)
{
(-) SLC (+)
To 4-20mA Rotary Switches
Sensing Device Sense
(+)
SLC-setadd.cdr,SLC-setaddtpH.wmf, SLCbrktabs.wmf
Breakaway Tab - Modules come
with a raised breakaway tab on the
TENS rotary switch. This tab must
be removed when the module is on
an FACP that uses more than 99
Type H Rotary addresses.
Switches
Type V Rotary
Switches
Dual monitor modules: On dual monitor modules, only even
numbers appear on the ONES rotary switch. The module takes
both the selected address and the next-higher address.
From Supply
24 VDC
Four-wire
Detector Base 24 VDC Power
Filtered, Regulated,
Resettable
Manual pull
station
To Next IDC
or
47K ELR
Supervision Device
(supplied
with module)
SLC
Heat
detector
SLC-idcB1tpH.wmf
IDC
From
Supply
24 VDC
Four-wire
Detector Base 24 VDC Power
Filtered, Regulated,
Resettable
Manual pull
station
To Next IDC
or
Supervision Device
SLC
FMM-1
Heat
detector SLC-idcD1tpH.wmf
IDC
Manual
Pull
Station
47K 47K
ELR ELR
Heat SLC
Detector
FDM-1
SLC-idcB3fdm1.wmf
Base +1 Address
(IDC Circuit H)
Base Address
(IDC Circuit L)
FZM-1
IDC SLC-idcB2tpH.wmf
SLC
FZM-1
IDC
SLC-idcD2tpH.wmf
3.9K ELR
(supplied with module)
7.1 Description
The FCM-1 module is an addressable module that can be used for monitoring and switching 24
VDC Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) power for NFPA Style Y (Class B) and NFPA Style Z
(Class A) circuits. It can also be used for audio/voice applications and fire-fighters telephone; these
two types of applications are documented separately. For UL 9th edition audio applications, refer to
the Digital Voice Command Manual and the Digital Audio Amplifiers Manual. For UL 8th edition
audio applications, refer to the Voice Alarm System Manual or FireVoice 25/50 Manual. The
module has a resistor on the back (refer to Figure 7.2) that must be removed when it is used on an
FFT-7 or FFT-7S telephone circuit.
The FCM-1-REL (Canadian Model FCM-1-RELA) is an addressable module used to switch an
external power supply to a solenoid. The FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA can be configured for NFPA
Class B or Class A wiring. When using the FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA for Class B applications,
remove jumper J1 (refer to Figure 7.4) on the back.
Refer to the Device Compatibility Document for a list of compatible UL Listed Fire Alarm
Releasing Solenoids. For more information on the module specifications refer to the Installation
Instructions provided with these devices.
NOTE:
Module polarities are shown in alarm condition.
*Can also be used in audio/voice and fire-fighters
telephone applications (70.7 VRMS max audio or
telephone); refer to the Voice Alarm System Manual,
FireVoice 25/50 Manual or DVC Manual as
appropriate for your equipment.
Prying tool
FCMBackJump.wmf, FCMBackJumpcl.wmf
To remove J1 from the FCM-1:
1. Insert a small prying tool, such
as a screwdriver or probe,
behind J1.
2. Using the tip of the prying tool,
slide J1 toward the rear of
J1 theFCM-1 so that it exits from
the slot in the back.
NOTE: When using NFS2-3030/NFS-3030 and the Control type ID, do not remove jumper J1.
J1
24 VDC (-)
SLC (-) When using the
24 VDC (+)
FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA
Solenoid A (-) SLC (+) for Class B applications,
Solenoid A (+) remove jumper J1.
Solenoid B/A (+)
Solenoid B/A (-)
FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA
Wiring Connections Rear View - Jumper Location
NOTE: The FCM-1-REL will not function on an SLC loop that is programmed for CLIP mode.
A power supervision
relay is required only on
the last module of the
ELR power run. (If using one
24 VDC Notification of thes FlashScan type
47K, 1/2-watt
Appliances IDs that provide built-in
power supervision, no
relay is required.)
NAC
SLC-nacYtpH.wmf
Module polarities are shown in alarm condition
24 VDC
notification
appliances
NAC Return
A power supervision relay
is required only on the last
NAC Out module of the power. (If
SLC-nacZtpH.wmf
using one of thes
FlashScan type IDs that
provide built-in power
supervision, no relay is
Module polarities are shown in Alarm. required.)
NON-RESETABLE 24 VDC
POWER SUPPLY ISOLATED,
REGULATED, POWER LIMITED
PER NFPA 70. LISTED FOR
FIRE PROTECTION WITH (-)
BATTERY BACKUP
SLC (-)
Module polarities are shown in alarm condition. (+)
All wiring shown is supervised and power-limited. SLC (+)
Compatible UL-listed
24 VDC releasing device.
One (1) device maximum
FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA
NON-RESETABLE 24 VDC
POWER SUPPLY ISOLATED,
REGULATED, POWER LIMITED When using the
PER NFPA 70. LISTED FOR FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA for
FIRE PROTECTION WITH Class B applications, remove
BATTERY BACKUP jumper J1.
Module polarities are shown in alarm condition.
All wiring shown is supervised and power-limited. (-)
(+)
SLC (-)
SLC (+)
Compatible UL-listed
24 VDC releasing device.
One (1) device maximum
FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA
4. Do not loop wiring under the screw terminals. Break the wire run to provide supervision of
connections.
5. All applications using the FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA are power-limited:
a. Program the releasing circuit for Type Code REL CKT ULC or RELEASE CKT.
b. Circuits are supervised against opens and shorts.
6. Refer to your FACPs Programming Manual for instructions on setting the Soak Timer.
The FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA module must be programmed with the correct releasing type code
listed in your FACPs Programming Manual.
8.1 Description
The FRM-1 is an addressable module that provides two isolated sets of Form-C relay contacts.
Ratings for the dry relay contacts on a Form-C module are:
Resistive 2 amps @ 30 VDC (e.g. Electronic devices and strobes.)
Inductive 1 amp @ 30 VDC (0.6pF) (e.g. Mechanical bells and horns.)
Pilot Duty 0.5 amp @ 125 VAC (0.35pF) (e.g. Using a smaller relay to trip another relay.)
For more information on the module specifications refer to the Installation Instructions provided
with this device. For information on transponders, refer to the specific transponder manual.
C
NC
NO
C
NC NO
SLC-frmCtpH.wmf
9.1 Description
The B501 and B710LP Detector Bases, the B224RB plug-in relay detector base, and the
B501BH/B501BH-2, B501BHT/B501BHT-2, B200S and B200SR sounder base provide the
connection between the SLC and a variety of intelligent detectors. Use the B710HD Detector Base
with all HARSH detectors.
For more information refer to the Installation Instructions documents provided with these devices.
SLC
To next device
on SLC
RA100Z
SLC-B501wire.wmf
Remote LED
Annunciator
(Optional)
NOTE: The B710LP base wiring is identical to the B501, except there is no shield terminal.
Figure 9.2 shows typical wiring of the B710HD detector base (for use with a HARSH detector)
connected to an SLC. An optional RA100Z Remote LED Annunciator is shown connected to the
base.
SLC
To next device
on SLC
For connection of
cable shield
Power to next
To compatible device
UL Listed
Power Supply
RA100Z
Remote LED
Annunciator
(Optional)
B710HD.wmf
NOTE: Use a spade lug to wire the Remote LED Annunciator () to Terminal 2 ().
SLC In
Conduit
SLC-224BIwire.wmf
ISO-X
Isolator Module
To next device
on SLC
For connection of
cable shield
3 Relay Common
2 Normally Open
1 Normally Closed
SLC
b224rb.wmf
OUT
+4 5
4 5
3 21
IN External supply
-3 2 +1
(-) Power
External (+) Power
B501BHWiring.wmf
24V
Supply
UL-listed
Class A Optional Wiring EOL Relay
24V
10.1 Description
The NBG-12LX is an addressable manual pull station with a key-lock reset feature. The NBG-
12LXSP is a Spanish/English labeled version; NBG-12LXP is a Portuguese-labeled version. Both
support FlashScan or CLIP mode. Wiring is the same as for the NBG-12LX Manual Pull Station.
For more information refer to the Installation Instructions document provided with the devices.
SLC-nbg12.cdr
For NACs:
(Vms - Vom)
Rmax =
(Nb)(Ib)
Where:
Rmax = maximum resistance of the 24 VDC wires
Vms = minimum supply voltage (see Table A.1 below)
Vom = minimum operating voltage of the detector or end-of-line relay, whichever is greater, in volts
N = total number of detectors on the 24 VDC supply circuit
Is = detector current in standby
Na = number of detectors on the 24 VDC power circuit which must function at the same time in
alarm
Ia = detector current in alarm
Ir = end-of-line relay current
Nb = number of Notification Appliance Devices
Ib = Notification Appliance current when activated
NOTE: This simplified equation assumes that the devices are at the end of a long wire run.
The minimum supply voltages produced by Notifier power supplies are listed below:
FACP Vms Power Supply Vms
AFP-100 18.1 FCPS-24/E 19.1
AFP-200 19.4 FCPS-24S6/FCPS-24S8 19.1
NFS-640/E 19.15 MPS-24A/E 19.6
CPS-24 on NFS2-640 or 19.48V MPS-24B/E 20.1
NFS-320
MPS-400 19.23
ACPS-2406 19.8
AMPS-24/E 20.14
ACPS-610/E 19.4
Power Supervision
Relay
(EOLR-1)
SLC-psrtpH.cdr
FCM-1
ELR 47K
Power Supervision
Relay
(EOLR-1)
FMM-1
SLC-psr-2addresstpH.wmf
Figure A.2 Alternate: 2-Address Method of Supervising a 24 VDC Circuit
Circuit supervised
by control panel
FCM-1
SLC-nacY1tpH.wmf
Circuit supervised
by control panel
FCM-1
SLC-nacZ1tpH.wmf
Note: Drawing shows power wiring
only; SLC Wiring not shown.
B.1 Introduction
There are one primary and three secondary ULlisted surge protectors approved for use with the
FACPs listed in this appendix.
Primary Surge Protector:
326-2M TII Station Protector
Secondary Surge Protectors:
DTK-2LVLP-F: Diversified Technology Group, Inc. (DITEK) 1720 Starkey Rd. Largo, FL
33771 (800) 753-2345
SLCP-30: EDCO 1805 N.E. 19th Ave. Ocala, FL 34470 (352) 732-3029
PLP-42N: Northern Technologies, Inc. 23123 E. Madison Ave. Liberty Lake, WA 99019
(800) 727-9119
NOTE: For detailed information refer to the installation documentation supplied with the unit.
One primary surge protector must be used with each SLC wiring pair whenever SLC wiring runs
outside the building.
Install primary protection only as shown in this document.
Refer to NEC Article 800 and local building code requirements.
Additional primary surge suppressors may be added as required by the NEC. Add these additional
suppressors in series with the SLC wiring at the building entry/exit.
Wiring connected to the surge suppressor output must remain within the building while wiring
connected to the surge suppressor input may be routed outside the building as shown below.
Building #2 Building #1
P P
FACP
P = Primary
S = Secondary S
P P S
SLC-ssbuild1.cdr
Surge Suppressor
B.2 Installation
Mounting of the secondary surge suppressor must be inside the FACP enclosure or in a separate
enclosure listed for fire protective signaling use.
Locate on an available stud and secure with nut.
Unit is connected in series with the SLC Loop to protect the Control Panel.
Provide a common ground to eliminate the possibility of a differential in ground potentials.
IN OUT
SLC Terminal Block
2LVLP-F
SLC-lvlp1.cdr
SLC Loop
IN OUT
PLP-42N Connections
PLP-42N
GRND
L4
L4
L3
Style 6 (Class A)
L2
L2
L1
L1
GRND
L4
L4
+
OUTPUT
L3
INPUT
L3
L2
L2
SLC-plpn1.cdr
SLC Loop
L1
L1
NOTE: Use 12 AWG (3.31 mm2) to 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) wire with crimp-on connectors to
connect the units ground terminal to equipment ground. Wire length must be minimized to
provide best protection.
SLCP-30 Connections
SLCP-30
IN OUT
SLC Terminal Block
SLCP-30
SLC Loop
+
SLC-slcp1.cdr
IN OUT
IN OUT
+
SLC-lvlp2.cdr
SLC Loop
IN OUT
PLP-42N Connections
PLP-42N
GRND
L4
L4
L3
Style 6 (Class A)
L2
L2
L1
L1
+
GRND
L4
L4
OUTPUT
L3
INPUT
L3
L2
SLC-plpn2.cdr
L2
SLC Loop
L1
L1
NOTE: Use 12 AWG (3.31 mm2) to 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) wire with crimp-on connectors to
connect the units ground terminal to equipment ground. Wire length must be minimized to
provide best protection.
SLCP-30 Connections
SLCP-30
IN OUT
SLC-slcp2.cdr
IN OUT
SLC-lvlp3.cdr
Return Loop IN OUT
Style 6 (Class A)
NOTE: Do not connect shield (if present) to surge protector or fire panel.
PLP-42N Connections
PLP-42N
L4
OUTPUT
L3
INPUT
L3
SLC Loop
L2
L2
L1
L1
SLC-plpn3.cdr
Optional Four-wire
Return Loop
Style 6 (Class A)
NOTE: Use 12 AWG (3.31 mm2) to 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) wire with crimp-on connectors to
connect the units ground terminal to equipment ground. Wire length must be minimized to
provide best protection. Do not connect shield (if present) to surge protector or fire panel.
SLCP-30 Connections
SLCP-30
SLC-slcp3.cdr
Optional Four-wire
Return Loop IN OUT
Style 6 (Class A)
NOTE: Do not connect shield (if present) to surge protector or fire panel.
SLC-lvlp3.cdr
Return Loop IN OUT
Style 6 (Class A)
NOTE: Do not connect shield (if present) to surge protector or fire panel.
PLP-42N Connections
PLP-42N
L4
OUTPUT
L3
INPUT
L3
SLC Loop
L2
L2
L1
L1
SLC-plpn3.cdr
Optional Four-wire
Return Loop
Style 6 (Class A)
NOTE: Use 12 AWG (3.31 mm2) to 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) wire with crimp-on connectors to
connect the units ground terminal to equipment ground. Wire length must be minimized to
provide best protection. Do not connect shield (if present) to surge protector or fire panel.
SLCP-30 Connections
SLCP-30
Optional Four-wire
Return Loop IN OUT
Style 6 (Class A)
NOTE: Do not connect shield (if present) to surge protector or fire panel.
C.1 FRM-1
Common 2 SLC -
Closed 2 SLC - Common 2
Closed 2 SLC +
Open 2 SLC +
Common 1 Open 2
Closed 1 Common 1
Open 1 Closed 1 Open 1
Type V Type H
1 SLC - 1
2 SLC + 2
3 Unused 3
N/A Unused 4
N/A Unused 11
Type V Type H
1 SLC - 1
2 SLC + 2
3 VDC - 11
4 VDC + 10
5 Unused 5
6 Solenoid B/A - 6
7 Solenoid B/A + 7
8 Solenoid A + 8
9 Solenoid A - 9
N/A Unused 3
N/A Unused 4
C.3 FMM-1
Class A Supervision -
Class A Supervision+ SLC - SLC -
Class A/B Supervision + SLC + Class A Supervision - SLC +
Class A/B Supervision - Class A Supervision+
Class A/B Supervision +
Class A/B Supervision -
Type V Type H
1 SLC - 1
2 SLC + 2
3 Unused 3
4 Unused 4
5 Unused 5
8 Class A Supervision + 8
9 Class A Supervision - 9
N/A Unused 10
N/A Unused 11
C.4 FTM-1
Type V Type H
1 SLC - 1
2 SLC + 2
3 Phone - 3
4 Phone + 4
5 Unused 5
8 Class A Supervision + 8
9 Class A Supervision - 9
10 Power -V 10
11 Power +V 11
C.5 FDM-1
Class A Supervision -
Class A Supervision+ SLC - SLC -
Class A/B Supervision + SLC + Class A Supervision - SLC +
Class A/B Supervision - Class A Supervision+
Class A/B Supervision +
Class A/B Supervision -
Type V Type H
1 SLC - 1
2 SLC + 2
3 Unused 3
4 Unused 4
5 Unused 5
8 Class A Supervision + 8
9 Class A Supervision - 9
N/A Unused 10
N/A Unused 11
E
B
electrical interference 18
B224BI, see isolator bases End-of-Line-Resistor 47, 62, 63
B501 52 EOLR-1 See power supervision relay
B710HD 14, 52
B710LP 52
bases 14 F
building entry/exit 64 FACP, see Fire Alarm Control Panels
factory preset 39
C FAPT-751 14
FAPT-851 14
cabinet 26 fault 16, 33, 35
circuit fault 13 fault condition 31
circuit, speaker/telephone 13 Fault Isolator Module, see isolator module
CLIP (Classic Loop Interface Protocol) 12, 17 FCM-1 45, 47, 48, 60, 62, 63
coded output 62, 63 FCM-1-REL 13, 49
common ground 65 FCM-1-REL/FCM-1-RELA 46
communications loop 32 FCPS-24 59
conduit, types of 2628 FDM-1, see dual monitor module
connector screw 26 Fire Alarm Control Panels 8, 64
connectors, crimp-on 65, 67, 68 Fire alarm service 40, 41, 42, 43, 44
control modules 13
FlashScan 8, 12, 17, 32
Control Modules (Overview) 76
floating segments 28
CPX-551 14
FMM-1, see monitor module
CPX-751 14 FMM-101, see miniature monitor module
FMM-4-20 12, 38
Terminal Designations 38
XP6-CA 76
XPIQ (Overview) 76
Z
zone interface module 12, 37, 43, 44
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