ONTENTS Introduction............................3 Contents of the package ....................... 3 Glossary of symbols........................4 The FP1500 analogue system ...................... 4 Safety precautions and warnings....................5 The FP1500 analogue fire panel......................7 Description of the control panel ....................7 Access levels and authorization codes ..................8 Features and functions........................
NTRODUCTION The FP1500 Aritech analogue addressable fire detection system has been designed and manufactured in compliance with EN54-2:1997 and EN54-4:1997 and has approvals pending. Specialized staff with experience in manipulating and connecting electric and electronic devices must perform the installation of the system. The installation should comply with the guidelines and requirements of EN54-14 and any other applicable local authority laws or requirements.
The maximum cable length is 2 km using a 1.5 mm² diameter cable to ensure proper operation of the system. A FP1500 fire panel may be configured through its keypad and LCD display, with a detailed, easy-to-navigate menu or through an external PC. Additionally there is a windows-based graphics application that runs on a PC for an enhanced visual control and monitoring of the whole installation.
Figure 2. Basic diagram of the FP1500 analogue addressable fire detection system RELAY OUTPUT BIPOLAR MAGNETO-THERMAL SWITCH ISOLATOR REMOTE KAL470 INDICATOR SUPERVISED SOUNDERS ANALOGUE ADDRESSABLE SENSORS: FP1500 IONISATION OPTICAL HEAT 1 or 2 LOOPS DI1552 DP1551 DT1553 VOLTAGE-FREE RS485 CONTACT RELAY...
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Not following this procedure may cause a small discharge and damage the system. • Once the installation is complete, use a tester to ensure that there are no short circuits in the lines before connecting the mains. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
This section provides a visual diagram of the control panel keyboard and of the main board connectors in order to facilitate the identification of each of the components of the fire panel. Figure 3. FP1500 Analogue addressable fire panels Liquid crystal display Alarm/zone LED...
* See section 7 Technical specifications for fuse locations and characteristics. 2.2 Access levels and authorization codes Following EN54-2:1997, the FP1500 fire panels have different access levels for security. The configuration and control menus can be accessed only if the applicable code is entered.
To access the connectors and main electronic parts of the fire panel, a screwdriver is required. Level 4: This level is reserved for the manufacturer's staff i.e. GE Aritech personnel. Changes in the operation of the fire panel may be performed and special tools and software are necessary.
Appropriate drill bits, plugs and screws for the type and thickness of the wall where the fire panel is to be mounted is needed For configuring FP1500 panels and analogue sensors: The PG700 Sensor Programmer is a portable unit for assigning addresses to 1500 Series sensors.
PG11-type cable adapter. 3.4 Selecting a language The FP1500 allows the user to choose the desired language. Take the sheet of language inserts that is supplied with the panel, select the desired language and cut out the corresponding inserts with a pair of scissors.
Input cable sleeve 3.5.1 Connecting power Do not make any connections to the panel with the power supply turned on. Disconnect the external bipolar magneto-thermal switch. Location of bipolar magneto-thermal switch 1. Bipolar magneto-thermal switch FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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4. Clamp For optimum fixation of the mains cable, use pressure-sensitive clamps Mains fuses The FP1500 fire panel can be supplied from a 230 VAC or a 110 VAC supply. The mains fuse must be changed depending on the voltage. •...
BLACK CABLE RED CABLE BATTERY 12V 7 A/h BRIDGE CABLE (BLACK) 3.5.2 Connections on the main electronic board Figure 9. FP1500 main board connectors 24VDC AUX SND 2 SND 1 LOOP 2 LOOP 1 1 + 1 RS232 RS485 RELAY2 RELAY1 3.5.3...
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Connect the ground cable or shield to the ground terminal. Be careful to connect only one of the ends, either the output (O) or the return (R) one. It is important to have continuity in the shield at each of the connections of the loop. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
DT1553: It is activated when a fixed temperature level is exceeded or when the temperature rate-of-rise surpassed a pre-set rate. Combined action: DP1551T: Optical-thermal dual sensor that intelligently combines a photoelectric and two thermal measurements to detect an ample spectrum of types of fire. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
An external source that provides the necessary 24 VDC, located as close as possible to the module. Before connecting the loop line to the panel, use a tester to verify that there is no connection in any way with the auxiliary 24 VDC lines. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
3.5.6 Connecting sounders The FP1500 has 2 sounder outputs internally, identified as SND1 and SND2. On each of these outputs, supervised sirens may be connected with a total consumption of 300 mA. The installation and connection procedures are as follows: 1.
(See section 4.1.7 for the Configuration of relay output). 3.6 Mounting optional elements In the FP1500 control unit, the only optional element is the RS485, which requires the corresponding IC (KAL785/701). When installing the optional elements, the panel must be disconnected from the power supply.
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3. Insert the IC into the correct position in the slot 4. Ensure the correct position of all the pins on the IC Slot on main board for KA785/701 chip The chip has an installation position. Check position. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
• Allocate logic lines to loop elements Once the FP1500 system has been configured and all its elements have been installed, the commissioning process begins. This configuration enables each element to be identified and carry out its function appropriately in the system.
Figure 14. FP1500 keypad 4.1.1 General parameters The alphanumeric LCD screen of the FP1500 has 4 lines of information of 40 characters each. [Screen title]: this reminds you at all times of the current screen. [#Exit]: the <#> key takes you back to the previous menu Index of menu actions: Numbered in accordance with the number of options.
(See 5.4 for Thermal: CT Relays: Reten.: troubleshooting). This process must be Zones: Sirens: Others: repeated for each loop on the system and can be executed as many times as required. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
The description of the zone can be changed by typing in letters and numbers or pre-defined words (See section 4.1.5 Introduction and modification of the location text). FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
The event type programmed for each element can be changed (allocated number). Alarm thresholds: The alarm and pre-alarm threshold parameters, that sets the activation level of a sensor, may be changed. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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Thresholds>. This option is displayed for smoke or heat sensors only. Alarm (normal 70) : [065] Pre-Alarm (normal 60) : [050] The control unit requests the alternative level it will use during the day period (e g 6:30 to FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
7. Events This combination for the triggering of a siren is 2. See Config. 5. Check Prog. 8. Day Mode called logic event programming. In the FP1500, 3. Time/Date 6. Power Supply 9. Codes 40 logic events can be defined.
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[000] Event-1 / Event-2: allocate a number to define the type of event the logic event should activate (from 1 to 40 for FP1500). To define the logic event: Press <ENTER> to limit the zones allocated to this logic line. Once allocated, the cursor moves...
Enter the [CONFIGURE] screen in option 7 [CONFIGURE] [# Exit] <Events>. 1. System 4. System Op. 7. Events 2. See Config. 5. Check Prog. 8. Day Mode 3. Time/Date 6. Power Supply 9. Codes FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
2. Select: point 1 <Delayed Mode> and an Start Time [00:00] End Time: [00:00] information screen appears. This screen Alert 1 [010] Secs Delay must receive two alerts before the control Alert 2 [030] Secs Dela unit triggers the full alarm. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
N.B. If the parameters “Start time” and “End time” are left at [00:00] they shall be enabled 24 hours. The alarm levels of the sensors may be changed. (See section 4.2.2 Changing the Alarm Thresholds). FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
4.2.3 Configuration of the network The FP1500 allows the interconnection of up to 10 control units and/or repeaters on a network. The connection of control units is made through the RS485 serial port on the main board. Figure 15. Connection for RS485 The cable must be connected on the A and B terminals of each of the control units on the network.
Select the corresponding port 1 or 2 and in option 3 [PERIPHERALS] [#Exit] 1. Port 1 [Network Options], an information menu appears. 2. Port 2 In the FP1500 the RS485 port is always on port 2 [PORT 1] [#Exit] 1. Elements 4. Remote Connection (RS2).
The analogue fire detection system allows the connection of a GSM modem. This allows sending of short text messages to mobile phones. In this way, fault or alarm messages that appear on the screen of the control unit are sent to pre-programmed phones. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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[MODEM] [#Exit] <System Options> and option 3 1. GSM 2. Normal <MODEM>. 3. Telephones 2. Choose the modem to be configured, in this case, option 1<GSM> 3. Within the GSM modem menu, select point FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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(ENTER). If the modem is installed correctly, the OK message appears on the screen. From HyperTerminal, or the programme being used, both modems can be configured with internal variables. The communication characteristics must be 9600 FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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[MODEM] [# Exit] 1. GSM 2. Normal 3. Telephone 2. A submenu appears to establish the port of [NORMAL] [# Exit] 1. Options the modem and asks whether or not to activate the modem. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
4.2.6 Connection to ethernet An FP1500 analogue system may be connected via an ethernet network to a PC with configuration software or graphics software for controlling the installation. To connect the control unit on an ethernet network, install an RS232 to external ethernet converter module to the control unit and another converter module to the PC.
If configuration software is used, the control unit cannot be configured as Master. TXA RXB A B 4.2.9 Connection to a printer To connect a FP1500 analogue control unit to a printer, it must have a serial input and be configured with the following variables: • 9 600 baud •...
[2] or [3] 2. See Config. 5. Check Prog. 8. Day Mode 3. Time/Date 6. Power Supply 9. Codes On level 2: LEVEL CODES: [2] You can add up to 10 different access codes. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
Write down your access code and save it in a safe place. 4.3 Graphics software The FP1500 analogue fire detection system has additional software that enables the management and control of the installation via PC. This software is made up of three components: •...
Initial system configuration The basic configuration of the system may be made entirely from the control unit, but if you have an external PC, it is easier. From the control panel of the control unit: FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
5.4.1 Earth faults The system detects if a current leakage to earth occurs. The FP1500 indicates this through the “Earth Fault” LED. Even though this does not normally adversely affect the operation of the system, this fault needs to be resolved as soon as possible.
Disconnect the control unit and restart it. Check that the LED is not on and carry out the check of the correct functioning of the system. If the problem persists, the processor of the control unit needs checking. In this case, please contact your distributor. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
To access level 3 of the configuration of the control unit, a code that is common to all control units is required: 9898. This user code may be changed. If you change it (See section 4.2.10) and you loose the new code, you would have to contact your distributor. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
3. Examine and test all batteries. 4. Any defect must be noted down in the register book and the corrective actions taken as soon as possible. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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Batteries: Even though the batteries test OK, it is recommended they be changed every four years. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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The liquid crystal screen with LED lighting has a lifespan that is appreciably longer than most of the other screen technologies. The LCD contrast fades as the components age, and therefore it may be changed when the normal contrast is visibly reduced. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
Conductor resistance: ≤ 13.3 Ω / Km Working temperature: -20°C to +70°C Relay Output: Voltage-free auxiliary relays: Number of relay outputs 2 voltage-free outputs (contact C/NO/NC). on main board: Maximum switching power 1 A, 30 VDC, Resistive at contacts: FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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Loop with 125+125 elements 35 mA x 2= 70 mA Option of 24 VDC Aux 300 mA Option of sounders output 500 mA Battery charger Voltage output: 27.6 VDC nominal at 20°C Compensation: -3 mV/ºC Load current: 350 mA FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
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FP1500/1 & /2: 20 zones with LED alarm indicator per control unit: 20 zones with LED fault / disable indicator Access codes: Level 2: 10 user-definable codes (factory setting of 0000). Level 3: Code 9898. FP1500 Installation, Configuration and Commissioning Manual...
PPLICABLE STANDARDS The FP1500 has been designed according to the EN54-2:1997 and EN54- 4:1997 and EN60950 / A4+A11 (1997) standards. EN54-2 has basic and optional requirements. Optional requirements of the EN54-2:1997: SUBJECT SECTIONS NAME Indication Total loss of power supply Controls 7.12...