SLC-IM

Installation and Operation Manual

Document LS10026-000NF-E
6/25/2013 Rev:
P/N LS10026-000NF-E:B3
B3
ECN 13-0430
Fire Alarm & Emergency Communication System Limitations
While a life safety system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for life and property insurance!
An automatic fire alarm system—typically made up of smoke
detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning
devices, and a fire alarm control panel (FACP) with remote notifi-
cation capability—can provide early warning of a developing fire.
Such a system, however, does not assure protection against
property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire.
An emergency communication system—typically made up of
an automatic fire alarm system (as described above) and a life
safety communication system that may include an autonomous
control unit (ACU), local operating console (LOC), voice commu-
nication, and other various interoperable communication meth-
ods—can broadcast a mass notification message. Such a
system, however, does not assure protection against property
damage or loss of life resulting from a fire or life safety event.
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat
detectors be located throughout a protected premises following
the recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire
Protection Association Standard 72-2002 (NFPA 72-2002),
manufacturer's recommendations, State and local codes, and
the recommendations contained in the Guide for Proper Use of
System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no charge
to all installing dealers. This document can be found at http://
www.systemsensor.com/appguides/. A study by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the United
States government) indicated that smoke detectors may not go
off in as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm systems are
designed to provide early warning against fire, they do not
guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire alarm system
may not provide timely or adequate warning, or simply may not
function, for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors also
may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. A sec-
ond-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first-floor or
basement fire.
Particles of combustion or “smoke” from a developing fire
may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors
because:
• Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, chim-
neys, even wet or humid areas may inhibit particle or smoke
flow.
• Smoke particles may become “cold,” stratify, and not reach
the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located.
• Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air
outlets, such as air conditioning vents.
• Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reach-
ing the detector.
The amount of “smoke” present may be insufficient to alarm
smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at var-
ious levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not cre-
ated by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the
detectors will not go into alarm.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing
limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing cham-
bers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming fires,
which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type
sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires better than
smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different ways and are
often unpredictable in their growth, neither type of detector is
necessarily best and a given type of detector may not provide
adequate warning of a fire.
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warn-
ing of fires caused by arson, children playing with matches
(especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent explosions
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(caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materi-
als, etc.).
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm
only when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined
rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise heat detec-
tors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For this rea-
son, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector should be tested at
least once per year by a qualified fire protection specialist. Heat
detectors are designed to protect property, not life.
IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same
room as the control panel and in rooms used by the system for
the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communications,
signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so located, a devel-
oping fire may damage the alarm system, compromising its abil-
ity to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells, horns, strobes,
speakers and displays may not alert people if these devices
are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors or
are located on another floor of a building. Any warning device
may fail to alert people with a disability or those who have
recently consumed drugs, alcohol, or medication. Please note
that:
• An emergency communication system may take priority over
a fire alarm system in the event of a life safety emergency.
• Voice messaging systems must be designed to meet intelligi-
bility requirements as defined by NFPA, local codes, and
Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Language and instructional requirements must be clearly dis-
seminated on any local displays.
• Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in
people with conditions such as epilepsy.
• Studies have shown that certain people, even when they hear
a fire alarm signal, do not respond to or comprehend the
meaning of the signal. Audible devices, such as horns and
bells, can have different tonal patterns and frequencies. It is
the property owner's responsibility to conduct fire drills and
other training exercises to make people aware of fire alarm
signals and instruct them on the proper reaction to alarm sig-
nals.
• In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause
temporary or permanent hearing loss.
A life safety system will not operate without any electrical
power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have
been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically compat-
ible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equipment
listed for service with your control panel.
Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a prem-
ises to a central monitoring station may be out of service or tem-
porarily disabled. For added protection against telephone line
failure, backup radio transmission systems are recommended.
The most common cause of life safety system malfunction is
inadequate maintenance. To keep the entire life safety system in
excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per the
manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA standards.
At a minimum, the requirements of NFPA 72-2002 shall be fol-
lowed. Environments with large amounts of dust, dirt, or high air
velocity require more frequent maintenance. A maintenance
agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturer's
representative. Maintenance should be scheduled monthly or as
required by National and/or local fire codes and should be per-
formed by authorized professional life safety system installers
only. Adequate written records of all inspections should be kept.
Limit-D-1-2013
 Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be
connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all
sources of power before servicing. The control unit and asso-
ciated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or insert-
ing cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is
energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this
unit until this manual is read and understood.
CAUTION - System Reacceptance Test after Software
Changes. To ensure proper system operation, this product
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 after any pro-
gramming operation or change in site-specific software. Reac-
ceptance testing is required after any change, addition or
deletion of system components, or after any modification,
repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring.
All components, circuits, system operations, or software func-
tions known to be affected by a change must be 100% tested.
In addition, to ensure that other operations are not inadver-
tently affected, at least 10% of initiating devices that are not
directly affected by the change, up to a maximum of 50
devices, must also be tested and proper system operation ver-
ified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0°C to
49°C (32°F to 120°F) and at a relative humidity 93% ± 2% RH
(non-condensing) at 32°C ± 2°C (90°F ± 3°F). However, the
useful life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic
components may be adversely affected by extreme tempera-
ture ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that
this system and all peripherals be installed in an environment
with a nominal room temperature of 15-27° C/60-80° F.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indicat-
ing device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a
10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.
FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual may
cause interference to radio communications. It has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for class A com-
puting devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference when devices are operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his or her own expense.
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Like all solid state electronic devices this system may operate
erratically or can be damaged when subjected to lightning-
induced transients. Although no system is completely immune
from lightning transients and interferences, proper grounding
will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is
not recommended, due to an increased susceptibility to
nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical Services if
any problems are anticipated or encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or
inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing,
reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make
all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifi-
cations, verify that they will not interfere with battery, trans-
former, and printed circuit board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-tight-
ening may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal con-
tact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
Though designed to last many years, system components
can fail at any time. This system contains static-sensitive
components. Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap
before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed
from the body. Use static-suppressive packaging to protect
electronic assemblies removed from the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and pro-
gramming manuals. These instructions must be followed to
avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment.
FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation
by authorized personnel.
Canadian Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radio-
electriques depassant les limites applicables aux appar-
eils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.
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Software Downloads
In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our customers, we make fre-
quent upgrades to the embedded software in our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest fea-
tures, we strongly recommend that you download the most current version of software for each product prior to
commissioning any system. Contact Technical Support with any questions about software and the appropriate version for a
specific application.

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Manual Usage
This manual is written with the understanding that the user has been trained in the proper operations and services for this prod-
uct. The information provided in this manual is intended to assist the user by describing the configurations and how they affect
operations.

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 Table of Contents
Section 1 Product Overview .................................................................................................... 7
1.1: Operation .......................................................................................................................................................7
1.2: Functionality ..................................................................................................................................................7
1.3: Environmental Requirements ........................................................................................................................7
1.4: System Architecture.......................................................................................................................................8
Figure 1.1 SLC-IM System Architecture ...............................................................................................8
1.5: Agency Listings .............................................................................................................................................9
1.6: Compatible Equipment ..................................................................................................................................9
Table 1.1 SLC-IM Compatible Equipment – NOTIFIER ......................................................................9
Section 2 Installation .............................................................................................................. 11
2.1: Required Equipment ....................................................................................................................................11
2.2: Cabinet Installation ......................................................................................................................................11
Figure 2.1 SLC-IM Installation in UBS-1B or UBS-1R Cabinet.........................................................11
2.3: Connections .................................................................................................................................................12
2.3.1: Board Layout .....................................................................................................................................12
Figure 2.2 SLC-IM Board Layout ........................................................................................................12
Table 2.1 Wiring Specifications ...........................................................................................................13
Table 2.2 Connection Specifications....................................................................................................13
Table 2.3 LED Definitions ...................................................................................................................13
2.3.2: Connecting to the VHX-1420-HFS ...................................................................................................14
Figure 2.3 Connecting the SLC-IM to the VHX-1420-HFS ................................................................14
2.3.3: Connecting to the Configuration Computer ......................................................................................15
Figure 2.4 Connecting the SLC-IM to the Configuration PC ..............................................................15
2.3.4: Connecting to a Fire Alarm Control Panel .......................................................................................16
Figure 2.5 Connecting the SLC-IM to the FACP.................................................................................16
2.4: System Power ..............................................................................................................................................16
Table 2.4 Power Requirements.............................................................................................................16
2.5: Testing and Maintenance .............................................................................................................................16
Section 3 SLC-IM Configuration ............................................................................................ 17
3.1: Configuration Tool.......................................................................................................................................17
3.2: Connecting the Configuration Computer.....................................................................................................17
3.3: Configuring the SLC-IM .............................................................................................................................17
Figure 3.1 Setting the DIP Switch for Configuration...........................................................................17
3.4: Basic Configuration Tool Layout ................................................................................................................18
Figure 3.2 Configuration Tool Layout .................................................................................................18
3.4.1: SLC-IM Configuration Tool Main Menus ........................................................................................19
3.4.2: Configuration Tool Bar .....................................................................................................................19
3.4.3: Register for Module Tab....................................................................................................................20
3.4.4: Register for Detector Tab ..................................................................................................................20
3.4.5: System Configuration Tab.................................................................................................................21
3.4.6: Configuring the Activation Status .....................................................................................................21
Table 3.1 Configuring Activation Status..............................................................................................22
Section 4 FACP Configuration............................................................................................... 23
4.1: Mapping VESDA Detector Type Codes......................................................................................................23
Table 4.1 VESDA Detector Type Codes..............................................................................................23

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 Section 1 Product Overview

1.1 Operation
The Signaling Line Circuit-Integration Module (SLC-IM) provides a communication link that enables event
data to be sent between the VHX-1420-HFS and the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP).

1.2 Functionality
The SLC-IM translates the protocol used by the VESDA devices to a protocol understood and processed by
the FACP, enabling events on the VESDAnet to be annunciated by the FACP.
The SLC-IM:
• Communicates with the VHX-1420-HFS via an RS-232 connection.
• Supervises the connection to the VHX-1420-HFS Communication Module.
• Monitors up to 19 detectors. Each SLC loop of a compatible FACP can accommodate one SLC-IM.
• Uses seven user-defined FlashScan® monitor module addresses for each programmed VESDA
detector.
• Supports Style 4 and Style 6 configurations on the VESDAnet network.
Notes: - The SLC-IM cannot monitor VESDA detectors with addresses higher than 247.
- One user-defined FlashScan monitor module address is required to monitor the VESDAnet
field wiring.
- FACPs cannot send commands to silence, reset, or isolate (disable) VESDA devices.
- The connection between the SLC-IM and the FACP is supervised by the FACP.

1.3 Environmental Requirements

This product meets the following requirements for operation:
• Temperature - 0°C to 49°C (32°F - 120°F)
• Relative Humidity - 93 ±2% non-condensing at 32 ±2°C (90 ±3°F)
However, it is recommended that this product be installed in an environment with a normal room
temperature of 15-27º C (60-80º F).

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Product Overview System Architecture

1.4 System Architecture

SLC-IM

FACP

VHX-1420-HFS

VESDA Network

VESDA Detector VESDA Detector

VESDA Detector

Figure 1.1 SLC-IM System Architecture

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Agency Listings Product Overview

1.5 Agency Listings

 Compliance - This product has been investigated to, and found to be in compliance with, the following
standards:
National Fire Protection Association

• NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code

Underwriters Laboratories

• UL-864 Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems, Ninth Edition

Underwriters Laboratories Canada

• CAN/ULC S527-99 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems, Second Edition

 Installation - This product is intended to be installed in accordance with the following:

Local

• AHJ Authority Having Jurisdiction

National Fire Protection Association

• NFPA 70 National Electrical Code

• NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
• NFPA 101 Life Safety Code

Underwriters Laboratories Canada

• CAN/ULC S524-06 Installation of Fire Alarm Systems, Fifth Edition

• CAN/ULC S561-03 Installation and Services for Fire Signal Receiving Centres and Systems, First
Edition

Canada

• CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations

1.6 Compatible Equipment

For additional documentation on this product, go to http://esd.notifier.com. This additional documentation
for the SLC-IM may be used as reference only.
Table 1.1 SLC-IM Compatible Equipment – NOTIFIER

Type Equipment

Fire Panels: • NFS-320C (R)

• NFS-320/E (R)
• NFS-320SYS
• NFS-320SYS-FR
• NFS2-640/E (R)
• NFS2-3030
• NFS2-3030E

Other Products: • VHX-1420-HFS

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Product Overview Compatible Equipment

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 Section 2 Installation

2.1 Required Equipment

SLC-IM Assembly:
The following components are shipped with the SLC-IM:
• SLC-IM printed circuit board (P/N SLC-IM)
• RS-232 Cable - Used to connect the SLC-IM board to the configuration computer
Equipment Sold Separately
• UBS-1B or UBS-1R Cabinet
• VHX-1420-HFS
• DB-9 Cable- Used to connect the SLC-IM board to the VHX-1420-HFS (Included with
VHX-1420-HFS)
Customer-Supplied Equipment
• Windows 7 or Window XP based computer to configure the SLC-IM

2.2 Cabinet Installation

Figure 2.1 SLC-IM Installation in UBS-1B or UBS-1R Cabinet

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Installation Connections

2.3 Connections
2.3.1 Board Layout
(TB3):
Loop – Config. Port TX (Red)
SLC (TB2) RX (Black)
Loop + Not Used (J8)
Ground (Green)

Input from Panel or

Previous Device (TB5)

Loop +
SLC
Loop – Not Used Not Used
Output to Next
LED 21
Device (TB5) LED 22
LED 20
LEDs
(see Table 2.3)

GND (TB1)
24V (2) Out
GND LED 25
24V (1) In LED 24
(JP1) LED 23
LED 6

LED 9
LED 10

LED 12
LED 5

LED 7
LED 8

LED 11

DIP Switch (SW1)

Figure 2.2 SLC-IM Board Layout

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Connections Installation

Table 2.1 Wiring Specifications

Type Resistance Distance Typical Wire Size

Twisted, Unshielded Pair • 50 ohms max. per Length of • 12,500 ft. (3,810 m) • 12 AWG (3.31 mm2)
Style 6 & 7 Loops.
• 9,500 ft. (2,895.6 m) • 14 AWG (2.08 mm2)

• 50 ohms max. per Branch for • 6,000 ft. (1,828.8 m) • 16 AWG (1.31 mm2)
Style 4 Loop.
• 3,700 ft. (1,127.8 m) • 18 AWG (0.82 mm2)

Twisted, Shielded Pair

• Shields must be isolated from • 5,000 ft. (1,524 m)

ground. • 3,700 ft. (1,127.76 m)
• Shields should be broken at each
device.

Untwisted, Unshielded Wire in

Conduit or Outside of Conduit

Note: Maximum total capacitance of all SLC wiring (both between conductors and from any conductor to ground) should
not exceed 0.5 mircofarads.

Table 2.2 Connection Specifications

Reference
Designator Description Specifications

TB1 DC Power • Nominal Voltage: 24 VDC, Regulated

• Max. Current: 100 mA
• Power Limited
• Close Nipple Fitting Required

TB3 VHX-1420-HFS • RS-232

Connection • Power Limited
• Supervised
• Close Nipple Fitting Required

TB5 SLC Connections • Nominal Voltage: 24 VDC • Supervised

• Max. Current: 400 mA • (See Table 2.1)
• Power Limited

JP1 DC Power Jumper Jumper must be OFF.

• A separation of at least 1/4-inch (6.35 mm) must be maintained between power limited and non-power limited wiring.

Table 2.3 LED Definitions

LED Color Reference Description

LED5 Green RXD0 Blinks when data is sent from the PC console (RS232).

LED6 Green TXD0 Blinks when the PC console (RS232) receives data.

LED7 - LED10 Green RXD1-2\TXD1-2 Not Used

LED11 Green RXD3 Not Used

LED12 Green TXD3 Not Used

LED20 Green CLIP RX 24V Blinks when the SLC loop receives data (24V).

LED21 Green CLIP RX 5V Blinks when the SLC loop receives data (5V).

LED22 Green CLIP TX Blinks when data is sent from the SLC loop.

LED23 Yellow Active/Lit when an SLC loop fault occurs.

LED24 Yellow Not Used

LED25 Green Blinks when in system normal state.

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Installation Connections

2.3.2 Connecting to the VHX-1420-HFS

For additional information, refer to the VHX-1420-HFS Listing Document (P/N LS10025-051NF-E) which
is included with that equipment.
\

Black
Red Green
TB3
VHX-1420-HFS

TB3

SLC-IM Board

DB-9 Connector

NOTE: Use the DB-9 cable supplied

with the VHX-1420-HFS. Cut off the
NUP connector and strip sheathing
back to expose the wires to connect
to TB3.

Figure 2.3 Connecting the SLC-IM to the VHX-1420-HFS

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Connections Installation

2.3.3 Connecting to the Configuration Computer

White
Red Black

TB2

TB2

Note: Use the RS-232 cable

supplied with the SLC-IM.

Figure 2.4 Connecting the SLC-IM to the Configuration PC

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Installation System Power

2.3.4 Connecting to a Fire Alarm Control Panel

SLC-IM Board

To FACP or
Previous Device

(–)
(+)
(TB5)

Figure 2.5 Connecting the SLC-IM to the FACP

2.4 System Power

Table 2.4 Power Requirements
Power Requirement

Input Voltage (Nominal) 24 VDC

Max. Input Current @ 24 VDC 100 mA

• The SLC-IM must be powered by a UL1481 and/or UL 864 listed, regulated, power-limited,
battery-backed, 24 VDC power supply.
• The SLC-IM power source must be filtered, non-resettable, 24 VDC.
• For Canadian installation, the SLC-IM must be powered by a ULC-listed, regulated, 24 VDC
power output, Fire Alarm Control Unit; or a ULC-listed, regulated, 24 VDC power supply for fire
application.

2.5 Testing and Maintenance

Testing and maintenance should be performed according to the Testing and Maintenance section of
NFPA-72 and CAN/ULC S561-03.

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 Section 3 SLC-IM Configuration

3.1 Configuration Tool

The SLC-IM is configured through the SLC-IM Configuration Tool running on a configuration computer.
The SLC-IM configuration tool is downloadable from http://esd.notifier.com.

3.2 Connecting the Configuration Computer

The configuration computer connects to the SLC-IM configuration port (TB-2) via an RS-232 cable. Refer
to 2.3.1, "Board Layout" and 2.3.3, "Connecting to the Configuration Computer" for details.

3.3 Configuring the SLC-IM

1. Plug in the RS-232 cable to the Configuration Port on the SLC-IM.
2. Set DIP Switch 8 to ON to enable the configuration mode (see Figure 3.1).

CAUTION: POWER DOWN SLC-IM BEFORE CHANGING SETTINGS

!
DO NOT change DIP switch settings while the SLC-IM is powered-up or the board may be damaged.

3. Power up the SLC-IM and open the configuration tool on the configuration computer.
4. Configure the SLC-IM as specified in paragraphs 3.4.1 through 3.4.6.
5. After configuration is complete power down the unit and turn DIP Switch 8 to OFF.
6. Disconnect the RS-232 cable to the configuration computer.
7. Connect the VHX-1420-HFS to the other RS-232 port (TB-3) on the SLC-IM if it has not already
been accomplished.

Switch No. Setting

1-6 OFF

7 ON

8 OFF - Normal Operation

ON - Configuration Mode

Figure 3.1 Setting the DIP Switch for Configuration

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SLC-IM Configuration Basic Configuration Tool Layout

3.4 Basic Configuration Tool Layout

Mapping Tree (see 3.4.3) Buttons
Tool Bar (see 3.4.2) (see 3.4.3)
Reg. for Module Reg. for Detect. Sys. Config. Tab
Main Menus (see 3.4.1) Tab (see 3.4.3) Tab (Not Used) (see 3.4.5)

Not Used Not Used Activation Status Bits (see 3.4.6)

Figure 3.2 Configuration Tool Layout

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Basic Configuration Tool Layout SLC-IM Configuration

3.4.1 SLC-IM Configuration Tool Main Menus

Menu Sub-Menu Description

File New Register Click to create a new register map.

Mapping

Open Register Click to open an existing register map file on the configuration computer.
Mapping

Save Register Click to save a register map.

Mapping

Register Click to save a register map under a different name.

Mapping Save
As

Open System Click to open an existing system configuration file on the configuration computer.
Configuration

Save System Click to save a System Configuration.

Configuration

System Click to save a system configuration under a different name.

Configuration
Save As

Tools Language Allows the user to select the language to be displayed.

Help About Displays configuration tool version, copyright, and usage information.

3.4.2 Configuration Tool Bar

Item Description

Connect Enables the Com Port selected in the Port field.

Port Click the down-arrow to select the desired COM port.

BaudRate Use the default (115200).

Download Click to download the register mapping or system configuration file to the SLC-IM.

! Both files must be downloaded to the SLC-IM.

Upload Click to upload the register map or the system configuration from the SLC-IM to the
configuration PC.

Update Application Click to upgrade the firmware of the SLC-IM (e.g., add functionality).

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3.4.3 Register for Module Tab

This tab allows the user to map VESDA detector statuses to SLC monitor module addresses. After
configuring this tab, click Download on the Configuration Toolbar (see Figure 3.2).

Item Sub-Item Description

Database Register Field that displays a list of the configured VESDA detectors and their information.
Mapping Tree

Delete Point Click to delete the highlighted item in the Register Map.

Total Device Displays the total number of devices that have been mapped and are displayed in
Number the Register Mapping Tree.

Total Register Displays the total number of Modbus registers used.

Number

SLC Device SLC Address Click the down-arrow to select the SLC Address of the device which is being
mapped (1 to 159).

Device Type Use the default (Monitor Module).

Third Party Slave Address Click the down-arrow to select the zone number for the VESDA detector to be
Device configured.

Register No. Use the default No. 1, except use No. 3 for the Field Wiring bit.

Buttons Add a Point After mapping a point, click to add it to the Register Mapping Tree.

Modify the Click to modify the highlighted node in the Register Mapping Tree.
Point

Default Click to deactivate all red-colored bits in the Activation Status section of the screen.
BackColor The bits return to the default light-blue color.

Batch Not used.

Operation

Trouble Not used.

Status

Activation Click the desired bits to activate. Active bits display as red.
Status Refer to 3.4.6, "Configuring the Activation Status" for detailed information.

3.4.4 Register for Detector Tab

The Register for Detector tab is not used.

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3.4.5 System Configuration Tab

This tab allows the user to configure the communications settings between the SLC-IM and the VHX-1420-
HFS. After configuring this tab, click Download on the Configuration Toolbar (see Figure 3.2).

Item Sub-Item Description

Database Register See 3.4.3, "Register for Module Tab".

Mapping Tree

Delete Point

Total Device
Number

Total Register
Number

ModBus RTU Allows the user to configure the RS-232 settings between the SLC-IM and the
Port VHX-1420-HFS.

Bits per second Click the down-arrow and select 19200.

Data bits Click the down-arrow and select 8.

Parity Click the down-arrow and select even.

Stop bits Click the down-arrow and select 1.

Communication Allows the user to configure the Modbus polling.

Time

Polling (ms) Use default (100).

Response (ms) Use the default (500).

Timeout(s) Use the default (60).

Miscellaneous Not used.

Default Setting Click to load the default system setting.

3.4.6 Configuring the Activation Status

Each VESDA detector has seven associated FlashScan module addresses that must be configured using the
configuration tool. It is recommended that each detector be configured in blocks of seven (one for each type
of activation status).

NOTE: An eighth status (on Register 3) is for Field Wiring.

1. Select the SLC Address of the detector to which you are mapping.
2. Select the Slave Address (VESDA detector zone number).
3. Set the Register No. to 1.
4. Configure the seven activation status bits as described in Table 3.1. Click the bit to activate. The bit
turns red to indicate it is active.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for each VESDA detector on the network.
6. Set the Register No. to 3. Click the bit for Field Wiring as shown in Table 3.1.
7. Click File>Save Register Mapping.

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Table 3.1 Configuring Activation Status

Status Register Condition Settings

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Alert 1 Normal 0

Activation 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Action 1 Normal 0

Activation 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Fire1 1 Normal 0 0

Activation 1 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Fire2 1 Normal 0

Activation 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Minor Fault 1 Normal 0

Activation 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Urgent Fault 1 Normal 0

Activation 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Disabled 1 Normal 0

Activation 1

B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 B0

Field Wiring 3 Normal 0

Activation 1

Notes: The Slave Address for Field Wiring is 247.

The Field Wiring bit only needs to be configured once regardless of the total number of VESDA
detectors. It is a system-wide event.

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 Section 4 FACP Configuration

4.1 Mapping VESDA Detector Type Codes

The FACP should be mapped with the types codes listed in the following table for each VESDA detector.
Note: If the FACP is auto-programmed, all addresses on the SLC-IM will be programmed as type code
monitor modules by default which will result in an alarm event for all addresses.

Table 4.1 VESDA Detector Type Codes

Module Mapped To Panel Device Type Code Panel Status

Alert Trouble Mon Trouble

Action Trouble Mon Trouble

Fire 1 Smoke Detector Fire Alarm

Fire 2 Smoke Detector Fire Alarm

Minor Fault Trouble Mon Trouble

Urgent Fault Trouble Mon Trouble

Disabled Trouble Mon /Disable Mon Trouble/ Disabled

Field Wiring Trouble Mon Trouble

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