Ba40 Ie

Extinguishing Release Module BA-40
Installation / Functional
Description / Applications
Handbook
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P-BA40/IE - Rev.E, 2007-01-29

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introduction.......................................................................3
1.1 The Product....................................................................................... 3
1.2 About the Handbook ......................................................................... 3
1.3 The Reader ....................................................................................... 3
1.4 Reference Documentation ................................................................ 3
1.5 Block Diagram BA-40 ........................................................................ 4
2. Functional Description .....................................................6

2.1 Schematic.......................................................................................... 6
2.2 Terminal Reference Matrix................................................................ 7
2.3 Indicators........................................................................................... 9
2.4 Fuses................................................................................................. 10
2.5 Time Delay Facility ............................................................................ 10
2.5.1 General ................................................................................... 10
2.5.2 Delay Period Before Release ................................................. 11
2.6 Normal / Reversed Common Fault Signal ........................................ 12
2.7 Signal Input Monitoring ..................................................................... 12
2.8 Monitoring Data for Signal- and Control Inputs................................. 13
2.8.1 Signal Inputs 1 and 2 .............................................................. 13
2.8.2 Manual Release Input ............................................................. 14
2.8.3 Pressure Monitoring in Tank ................................................... 15
2.8.4 Automatic Inhibit...................................................................... 16
2.9 Indication and Control Outputs.......................................................... 17
2.9.1 24V DC Power Outputs........................................................... 17
2.9.2 Sounder Alarm Outputs .......................................................... 17
2.9.3 Release Outputs ..................................................................... 18
2.9.4 0 Volt Transistor Outputs ........................................................ 19
2.9.5 Potential Free Relay Outputs.................................................. 19
2.10 Silence Alarm and Reset of Module.................................................. 20
2.10.1 Silence Alarms ........................................................................ 20
2.10.2 Reset....................................................................................... 20
3. Installation.........................................................................21
3.1 Dimensions........................................................................................ 21
3.2 Mounting on Standard TS-rail ........................................................... 22
3.3 Mounting in Cabinets ........................................................................ 22
3.4 Current consumption BA-40.............................................................. 22
3.5 Power Connections ........................................................................... 23
3.6 Connections to Different Fire Alarm Control Panels ......................... 24
3.7 Connection of manual release box BW-20A ..................................... 25
3.8 Operator Panel BAV-45 used together with BA-40........................... 26
3.8.1 Monitoring communication between BAV-45/xx and BA-
40 27
4. Commissioning .................................................................29
Installation / Functional Description / Applications Handbook, P-BA40/IE - Rev.E, 2007-01-29, Autronica Fire and Security AS
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Table of Contents
4.1 Switch Settings.................................................................................. 29

4.1.1 Defining the Delay Period Before Release (S1.1 and
S1.2)........................................................................................ 29
4.1.2 Choosing Normal or Reversed Common Fault Signal
(S1.3) ...................................................................................... 29
4.1.3 Break and short circuit monitoring of input signals (S1.4) ...... 29
4.1.4 Connection to Inputs and Outputs on the BA-40 .................... 29
4.1.5 Commission of BA-40 with operator panel BAV-45................ 30
5. Applications ......................................................................31
5.1 Manual Release ................................................................................ 31
5.1.1 Connection of ONE-1 manual release unit BW-20A............... 32
5.1.2 Connection of multiple manual release units BW-?? to
the same manual release input............................................... 33
5.2 Automatic Inhibit................................................................................ 34
5.2.1 Abortion of Automatic Release During Delay Period.............. 35
5.3 Pressure Monitoring .......................................................................... 36
5.4 Automatic Inhibit Output .................................................................... 37
5.5 First Alarm Output ............................................................................. 38
5.6 Zone Output Indication of Extinguishant Released........................... 39
5.7 Input for Silencing Alarm (sounder, lamp etc.).................................. 40
5.8 Input for Reset of Control Module ..................................................... 40
5.9 Common Fault Output ....................................................................... 41
5.10 Common First Alarm Output ............................................................. 42
5.11 Sounder Alarm Output ...................................................................... 43
5.12 Voltage Output .................................................................................. 43
5.13 Outputs for Release of Extinguishant ............................................... 44
6. Function Diagram .............................................................45
7. System Software ...............................................................48
8. Reader’s Comments .........................................................49
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 The Product

The BA-40 is an Extinguishing Release Module which can be used in
conjunction with conventional or analogue addressable fire alarm
systems.
The module consists of 2 extinguishing zones. Each zone utilizes

common functions (see Functional Description in this handbook) and
controls and monitors an extinguishing zone (an area, a room, a
machine, an electrical cabinet etc.). Several BA-40s can be used if
more than two extinguishing zones are required.
1.2 About the Handbook

This handbook is intended to provide the information necessary to
install and commission the BA-40. It also includes a functional
description, plus various application examples.
1.3 The Reader

The handbook is intended to be used by technical personnel who are
responsible for the installation and configuration of the module.
1.4 Reference Documentation

Documentation Document No.
Data Sheet P-BA-40/CE
Extinguishing Control Panel P-BA45/DE
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Introduction
1.5 Block Diagram BA-40
Common fault
Blocking of
39 25 automatic release
7/8
Hold function
Fire Alarm Control BA-40
5/6 Manual release unit
KNUS GLASSET KNUS GLASSET
TRYKK HER PRESS HERE
TRYKK PRESS
BREAK GLASS HERBREAK GLASS
HERE
+ BW-20A
1. Control input
26 1. Alarm
1/2 output
2. Control input
3/4
Extinguisher
27/28/29 Release
47/48 Release, 24V

Reset
37/38
27 V DC 9/10 Low tank

21/22 pressure
23/24
Sounder silence
35/36
45/46 43/44
Alarm
1.alarm
Autronica
Autronica
24V DC/0,5A voltage
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Introduction
Extinguishing Release Module, BA-40

Dimensions: HxWxD = 230x126x65 mm
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Functional Description
2. Functional Description
2.1 Schematic
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2.2 Terminal Reference Matrix
Internal function Term. External Function

connection
0 volts 1 Automatic release input control 1, monitored for
S1
Signal R1 breaks and short circuits
2 Signal R2 R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=Signal switch
0 volts 3 S1 Automatic release input control 2, monitored for

Signal R1 breaks and short circuits
4 R2
Signal
R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=Signal switch
Zone 1 0 volts 5 S2 S1 Manual release input. Monitored for breaks and short
Control inputs, circuits. Two-stage function input. S2 gives alarm at
Signal R1
monitored. 6 R3 R2 common sounder alarm output and first alarm output. S1
gives manual release. R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, R3=910Ω
0 volts 7 Automatic inhibit. Monitored for breaks and

S1
Signal R1 short-circuits.
8 R2 R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=Signal switch
0 volts 9 Pressure monitoring. Monitored for breaks and

S1
R1 R2 short circuits. Open contacts indicates too low
Signal 10 pressure in extinguishant tank.
R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=pressurestat contact
0 volts 11 Automatic release input control 1, monitored for
S1
R1 breaks and short circuits
Signal 12 R2
Signal R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=Signal switch
0 volts 13 S1 Automatic release input control 2, monitored for

R1 breaks and short circuits.
Signal 14 R2
Signal R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=Signal switch
Manual release input. Monitored for breaks and short
Zone 2 0 volts 15 S2 S1 circuits. Two-stage function input. S2 gives alarm at
Control inputs, R1 common sounder alarm output and first alarm output.
Signal 16 R3 R2
monitored. S1 gives manual release. R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω,
R3=910Ω
0 volts 17 Automatic inhibit. Monitored for breaks and
S1
Signal 18 R1 short-circuit.
R2 R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=Signal switch
0 volts 19 Pressure monitoring. Monitored for breaks and

S1 short-circuit. Open contacts indicates too low
Signal R1 R2
20 pressure in extinguishant tank.
R1=2kΩ, R2=270Ω, S1=pressurestat contact
- 21 0 volts
27V DC / 3,15A, Power input 1
Common for Zone 1 + 22 >+24V DC Monitored: >18V, <31V DC
and Zone 2
- 23 0 volts
Power inputs. 27V DC / 3,15A, Power input 2
+ 24 >+24V DC Monitored: >18V, <31V DC
25 0 volts Zone 1
Automatic Output for indication of inhibit of automatic
release inhibit. release. Transistor-output 100mA, non-
0V monitored.
Zone 1 26 0 volts Zone 1

st Output for indication of active signal on one of
Outputs 1 automatic
the automatic release input controls.
control input Transistor-output, 100mA, non-monitored.
0V active.
27 NO-contact
Zone 1
28 C-contact Indication of extinguishing equipment released.
Non-monitored. Max 24V DC/1A
29 NC-contact
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Internal function Term. External Function

connection
30 0 volts Zone 2
Automatic Output for indication of inhibit of automatic
release inhibit. release. Transistor-output 100mA, non-
0V monitored.
Zone 2 31 0 volts Zone 2

st Output for indication of active signal on one of
Outputs 1 automatic
the automatic release input controls.
control input Transistor-output, 100mA, non-monitored.
0V active.
32 NO-contact
Zone 2
33 C-contact Indication of extinguishing equipment released.
Non-monitored. Max. 24V DC/ 1A
34 NC-contact
Signal 35 Input for silencing alarm (e.g. sounder / lamp).
Silence alarm input Non-monitored.
0 volts 36
Signal 37 Input for reset of control module. Short-circuit >
Reset control module 5-10 seconds gives steady light in fault power
input 0 volts 38 supply LED and activates fault output
39
0 volts in fault Common fault output. Transistor output, 100mA,
Common fault output non-monitored.
condition.
0V Reversible (S1.3).
40 NO-contact
Common potential free relay output for
Common 1st automatic 41 C-contact
indication of active signal on one of the
release input control automatic release inputs on zone 1 or 2.
42 NC-contact
0,5A fuse 43 +24V Alarm output 24V DC / 0,5A. Activated at first

Sounder alarm output alarm and open cover on manual release box.
R Cancelled by active signal on input for silencing
0 volts 44 alarm. Polarity dependent alarm sounders.
0V R=2kΩ.
0,5A fuse 45
Voltage output +24V 24V DC output for external equipment.
Monitored, 0,5A fuse.
0 volts 46
0V
Zone 1 1A fuse 47 +24V Zone 1

Control 24V DC release output.
Output for release of Breaks and short-circuit monitored, 1A fuse.
extinguishing Monitoring diode 1N5625 or 1N5404 (3A) must
0 volts 48 Solenoid
equipment. be connected in series with solenoid if solenoid
resistance is < 800Ω (2kΩ end resistance at >
0V
3kΩ load). Ref. Pt. 2.8.3
1A fuse 49 +24V Zone 2
Zone 2 24V DC release output.
Control
Output for release of Breaks and short-circuit monitored, 1A fuse.
extinguishing 50 Solenoid Monitoring diode IN5625 or IN5404 (3A) must
equipment. 0 volts be connected in series with solenoid if solenoid
resistance is < 800Ω (2kΩ end resistance at
0V
> 3kΩ load).Ref.pt. 2.8.3
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2.3 Indicators
The module has the following indicators :
1st. Alarm Red indicator illuminates when the 1st automatic release input is activated. The delay H1
period starts.
Gas released Red indicator illuminates when the extinguishant is released. H2
Aut. Inhibited Yellow indicator illuminates when automatic release is inhibited. H3
Release output Yellow indicator illuminates when there is a fault condition on the output release circuit H4
(e.g. break / short circuit).
Pressure Yellow indicator illuminates when the pressure in the extinguishant tank is too low. H5
control
Automatic Yellow indicator illuminates when there is a fault condition on one of the automatic H6
control inputs control inputs (e.g. break / short circuit).
Manual / Yellow indicator illuminates when there is a fault condition on the manual release input, H7
Automatic / automatic inhibit circuit or the pressure monitoring circuit (e.g. break / short circuit).
Pressure
1st. Alarm Red indicator illuminates when the 1st automatic release input is activated. The delay H8
period starts.
Gas released Red indicator illuminates when the extinguishant is released. H9
Aut. Inhibited Yellow indicator illuminates when automatic release is inhibited. H10
Release output Yellow indicator illuminates when there is a fault condition on the output release circuit H11
(e.g. break / short circuit).
Pressure Yellow indicator illuminates when the pressure in the extinguishant tank is too low. H12
control
Automatic Yellow indicator illuminates when there is a fault condition on one of the automatic H13
control inputs control inputs (e.g. break / short circuit).
Manual / Yellow indicator illuminates when there is a fault condition on the manual release input, H14
Automatic / automatic inhibit circuit or the pressure monitoring circuit (e.g. break / short circuit).
Pressure
Yellow indicator illuminates with following fault conditions:

Power supply H15
• 27V DC is missing on one of the power inputs (Power 1 or Power 2)
• The fuse for the 24V power output (F3=0,5A) is defect
• Short circuit on reset input or hold on reset button for more than 5-10 seconds
Com- • Communication fault between BA-40 and operator panel BAV-45 if this panel is
mon mounted (refer to 3.7)
Sounders Yellow indicator illuminates when theres is a fault condition on the sounder alarm output H16
(e.g. break / short-circuit).
H17
Power Green indicator is lit during normal operation (when one of the power inputs is connected
to 24V DC). The indicator will blink if there is a severe internal fault in the circuitry or
the reset input is short-circuited in more than 2-3 seconds.
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2.4 Fuses
All fuses are 5 x 20 mm glass fuses.
BA-40
Fuse Value Fast / Time-lag Function Terminal

Number fuse Connection
F6 F1 3,15 A Slow Power 1, input # 22
F4
F5 F2 3,15 A Slow Power 2, input # 24
F1
F3 0,5 A Slow 24V DC output # 45
F2 F3 F4 1A Fast Release ouput 1 # 47
F5 1A Fast Release ouput 1 # 49
F6 0,5 A Slow Sounder alarm output # 43
2.5 Time Delay Facility
2.5.1 General
A time delay facility allows personnel to evacuate the protected
location prior to a release of the fire extinguishant.
Both alarms, i.e. the 1st alarm and 2nd alarm, have to be activated
before release of the extinguishant. In any case, the extinguishant will
never be released before a predefined delay period has ended. The
1st alarm will always start the delay period.
The following applies:

• When the 1st alarm is activated, the predefined delay period will
start.
• If the 2nd alarm is activated before the delay period ends, the
extinguishant will be released when the delay period ends.
• If the 2nd alarm is activated after the delay period has ended, the
extinguishant will be released immediately.
• If the 2nd alarm is not activated, the extinguishant will not be
released.
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2.5.2 Delay Period Before Release

The delay period before release of the extinguishant is determined by
the switch settings on block S1, switch S1.1 and S1.2
The settings and their appropriate delay in seconds are listed below.
OFF O
1
2
3
S1.
4
Switch Setting S1.1 / S1.2 Delay period

OFF ON
1
2
3 0 seconds
4
OFF ON
1
2
30 seconds
3
4
OFF ON
1
2
60 seconds
3
4
OFF ON
1
2
180 seconds
3
4
Factory setting: 60 seconds.
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2.6 Normal / Reversed Common Fault Signal

The status (normal / reversed) on the common fault signal (output 39)
is determined by the switch settings on switch S1.3 (as shown on the
drawing).
Switch Setting S1.3 Delay period

OFF ON
1
2
Normal
3 Closing contact in fault
4 condition.
OFF ON
1
2
Reversed
3 Open contact in fault condition.
4
Factory setting: Normal
2.7 Signal Input Monitoring

The following settings of switck S1.4 determine the short circuit
monitoring for all inputs
Setting Monitoring
OFF ON
1
2
OFF:
3 Break and short circuit-monitored
4
OFF ON
1
2
ON:
3 Only break in the control of signal-
4 inputs
Default setting from the factory is OFF.
The monitoring of the short circuit for all inputs is valid for both zone 1
and 2 and the following inputs:
• Signal inputs 1 and 2
• Manual release input
• Inhibition of automatic release input
• Monitoring of pressure in the extinguishant tank
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2.8 Monitoring Data for Signal- and Control Inputs

The inputs mentioned in this chapter are activated at closing or
opening contacts in series with a resistor. The stated resistance
values are approximate values within the tolarance ranges. All inputs,
except for the manual/ automatic release, have latched function.
2.8.1 Signal Inputs 1 and 2

Theses inputs are break and short-circuit monitored, and have a
latching function. If the BA-40 module and the fire alarm control panel
are installed in the same cabinet/rack (control cable <5m), a control
transistor (open collector) can be used. This solution requires a proper
0-volt connection between the panel’s 0-volt and the 0-volt in the BA-
40 module (cross-section approximately 1,5 square mm).
Peripheral installations of the BA-40 module requires the use of a

potential-free relay contact which serves as a control output from the
fire alarm control panel. In this way, the necessary monitoring and
control data will be maintained.
The BA-40 module monitors the control cable via monitoring resistors
mounted on the control output relay.
Example: Potential free contact connection. Example: Transistor connection.

Signal output in fire alarm Control in fire alarm control
2 control panel 2 panel
signal
BA-40 BA-40
Signal R1 R2
Signal R1 S1=Control input 1
input relay 0-volt
1
conductor 0V
R2 0V
R1=2kΩ 1,5mm2
R2=270Ω 0V
R1=2kΩ
R2=270Ω
The transistor connection solution should be
used only when the BA-40 module and the
fire alarm control panel are to be mounted in
the same cabinet/rack. The maximum length
of the 0-volt conductor is 5m (cross-section:
1,5 square mm).
Characteristics / Monitoring values:

• Active signal via relay contacts or transistor via serial resistor
(R2=270Ω)
• Break and short-circuit monitored via end-resistor
R1=2KΩ. /R2=270Ω
• Breaks limit ≥ 3 kΩ
• Short-circuit limit < 52Ω
• Active signal approximately >52Ω, <910Ω
• Normal signal approximately >910Ω, <3kΩ
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2.8.2 Manual Release Input

This input is break and short-circuit monitored and has a two-stage
function:
• Stage 1 activates the common alarm output, 1st alarm in the actual
zone and the common 1st alarm output. This stage is normally
controlled by the cover switch (S2).
• Stage 2 is a manual release signal controlled by means of a
operating push button (S1).
Example:
Manual release switch
S2 S1
BA-40 R1
R3 R2
Signal transmitter
S1/R2 = Manual release switch (R2=270Ω)

S2/R3 = Cover switch (Alarm, R3=910Ω)
R1= Monitoring (2KΩ)
Characteristics / Monitoring values

• S2/R3 activates 1st alarm and alarm sounders (R3=910Ω)
• S1/R2 activates manual release (R2=270Ω)
• Break and short-circuit monitored via resistors
• Alarm (Stage 1) > 490Ω <910Ω
• Manual release (Stage 2) > 52Ω < 490Ω
• Normal > 910Ω < 3kΩ
Manual release is achieved when switch S2 is closed when the

release switch (S1) is operated. The release resistance is based on a
parallel connection of R1, R2 and R3, plus the total cable resistance.
One or more manual release switches (BW-20A) may be mounted on
the same manual release course. Ref.pt. 5.1.
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2.8.3 Pressure Monitoring in Tank

The input is break and short-circuit monitored, and has a latching
function.
The input is connected to the pressurestat contact in the extinguishant

tank, for example, a pressurestat contact.
The pressurestat contact is a normal closed contact which is open if a

too low pressure occurs.
Example:
Pressurestat contact
S1
BA-40 R2= 270Ω

R1= 2kΩ
S1=Pressurestat contact
R1/R2=Monitoring resistors

• S1 is a pressurestat contact with closed contact at normal pressure
• R1 and R2 are monitoring resistors R1=2 kΩ and R2=270Ω
• Low pressure > 910Ω < 3kΩ
• Normal > 52Ω < 910Ω
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2.8.4 Automatic Inhibit

The input is break and short-circuit monitored, and does not have a
latching function.
An active signal inhibits automatic release in the actual zone. The

input is also used for termination of the delay period. Activation of the
input during delay period inhibits automatic release.
Reactivation of switch after end of delay period, and activate signal on
input 1 and 2, gives immediate release. See pkt. 5.2.1 (Note).
Signal
8 z
z
S1
BA-40 R1=2kΩ z
R2=270Ω.
0 volt z
7
• S1 switch
• Break and short-circuit monitored via R1=2kΩ og R2=270Ω
• Active signal > approximately 52Ω, < 910Ω
• Normal signal > 910Ω, < 3kΩ
The automatic inhibit button also functions as “HOLD”-button (stops

running the release sequence). The reactivation of the button will
initiate a new delay period.
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2.9 Indication and Control Outputs

BA-40 provides three different outputs; 24V DC power outputs, 0 volt
transistor outputs and potential free relay outputs.
2.9.1 24V DC Power Outputs

Power outputs are used for Sounder Alarm Outputs and Release
Outputs.
2.9.2 Sounder Alarm Outputs

• Monitored for breaks and short circuiting by using a 2kΩ resistor
• Output 24V DC, 0,5 A fuse (a break in the fuse will give steady
light in power fault LED H15)
• Breaks limit ≥ 4kΩ
• Short circuiting at approximately < 150Ω
• A serial diode is used
Example:
Serial diode
+
43
Sounder 2kΩ
Alarm Output, monitoring
BA-40 * resistor
-
44
* If polarity dependent alarm sounders are used, a serial diode is

mounted inside the sounders.
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2.9.3 Release Outputs

The release outputs are dimensioned for a continuous release current
at 1A or a short current pulse at maximum 3A (the output’s are current
limited). The outputs are both break and short-circuit monitored.
The release output voltage is dependent on the input power supply
voltage. Normally, this equals the batterys charging voltage, 27,2V
DC. The voltage drop in the release circuit is between 4-5V. This
gives a release voltage of 24-27V DC
URelease ≈ UPower - UDrop
The monitoring is done via a serial diode and solenoid.

• Output voltage: 27,2 V – (4-5V) ≈ 22V DC
• Break monitored:. > 5kΩ
• Monitoring diode 3A (e.g. 1N5625/1N5404) must be connected in
series with a solenoid if < 800Ω
• When the solenoid resistance is > 800Ω a diode is not required
• When the solenoid resistance is > than 3kΩ, an end-resistor 2kΩ
must be used across the solenoid
• Current limit at 3A
Example:
+ Release valve
47
D1
24V dc/1A Serial
BA-40 Release diode > 3A
circuit Solenoid in
48 - release valve
< 800Ω
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2.9.4 0 Volt Transistor Outputs

This output is used as a signal output for the Common Fault Output.,
the signal outputs for Automatic Inhibit and outputs for Control Signal
on one of the control inputs.
The outputs are not monitored for breaks. The maximum load on the
transistor output is 100 mA.
Example: 24V DC
output on the
+ BA-40
45
Alarm
BA-40 indicator
Signal
0V
2.9.5 Potential Free Relay Outputs

This output is used to indicate that the extinguishant is released in a
zone (zonal warning), and as common indication of active signal on
one of the control inputs in a zone. The outputs are not monitored.
Example:
Interal power supply
+ 24V
45
Lamp Sounder
BA-40
Extinguishant
released
NC NO
Control 46
output
relay
0V
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Example:
External power supply.
External equipment
+24V
BA-40
NC NO
Control output
relay
0V
2.10 Silence Alarm and Reset of Module

Two inputs are used to reset the BA-40 module after activation of
inputs/outputs (or possible release of gas).
• «Silence Alarm» silences audible indication at the sounder alarm

outputs.
• «Reset» resets all activated inputs and outputs.
2.10.1 Silence Alarms

Input L35, 36.
Closing contacts silences the sounder alarm outputs (sounder,
sirene). The input is non-monitored.
2.10.2 Reset
Input L37, 38.
Closing contacts resets all activated inputs and outputs. The inputs
are non-monitored, but closing contacts > 2-3 seconds gives a pulsing
signal on Power LED and common fault output (same fault warning as
program faults).
Activated inputs and outputs are reset at closing contacts. Activated

LED indicators will turn off when contact is open.
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Installation
3. Installation
3.1 Dimensions
Dimensions: HxWxD = 230x126x65 mm
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Installation
3.2 Mounting on Standard TS-rail

The BA-40 module can be mounted directly onto a TS-35 or TS-32
rail. End straps are used to prevent displacement in case of vibrations.
The TS-rail must have a length of 250 mm. When the BA-40 module is
mounted onto the TS-rail, the mounting height will be approximately
65 mm.
The BA-40 module is made to easily fit into different types of cabinets;
fire alarm control panels, connection cabinets or special operator
cabinets for extinguishing systems.
3.3 Mounting in Cabinets

For practical reasons and for flexibility, the BA-40 module is not
accommodated to a specific cabinet when it is delivered. The
installation of the extinguishing system will determine the most
suitable placement of the module. Alternative placements are in fire
alarm control panels, in connection cabinets together with other
control equipment, or in its own enclosure in the vicinity of the
extinguishing zone.
In installations where manual operation of the BA-40 functions are

necessary, BA-40 must be installed in cabinet/ rack with the operator
panel BAV-45.
3.4 Current consumption BA-40

Normal condition: 1 zone abt. 70mA
2 zones abt. 80mA
Activated condition: 1 zone abt. 1,5A
2 zones abt. 3A
Recommended power supply ≥ 27V DC / 3A (27,2V DC is charging
voltage for 24V sealed battery)
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Installation
3.5 Power Connections

The BA-40 module is powered with 24V DC from a fire alarm control
panel, or from a separate 24V DC power supply.
• Common power for BA-40 and the Fire Alarm Control Panel in the
same cabinet/rack.
• Doubled power supply for BA-40 and the Fire Alarm Control Panel
in the same cabinet/rack.
• Doubled power supply for BA-40 for peripheral installations.
• External power supply for peripheral BA-40 module.
• Fault monitoring levels: >18V, < 31V DC
Common cabinet / rack Peripheral BA-40 and power supply
BA-40 BA-40
Fire Alarm Control Fire Alarm
Panel with battery 21 -
24V DC Control Panel 21 -
24V DC
and charger 24V/3A 22 + Power 1 22 + Power 1
R1= 23 -
24V DC
23 -
24V DC
2k 24 + Power 2 24 + Power 2
Power fra Fire Alarm Control Panel’s 24V output.
External power
supply
24V DC with
battery and charger
24V/3A
Common cabinet / rack with additional power
supply
Fire Alarm Control Peripheral BA-40 and power supply

Panel with battery BA-40
and charger 21 - BA-40
24V DC
24V/3A Power 1
22 +
External power 21 -
24V DC
23 -
24V DC
supply 22 + Power 1
External power 24 + Power 2 24V DC with R1= 23 -
supply battery and charger 2k
24V DC
Power 2
24 +
24V DC with 24V/3A
battery and charger
24V/3A
General: -21 Power 1

If only one of the power
inputs are to be used, note Power +22
that both pluses (+) must be R1= -23 Power 2
2k +24
connected to a 2kΩ resistor.
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Installation
3.6 Connections to Different Fire Alarm Control Panels

Terminal Connections on
Fire Alarm Control Panel
Fire Alarm Control Panel Ref. point A Ref. point B
BX-10, Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel L1 (1-4) L1.44

(Zone Control Outputs) + relay
BX-40, Conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel L2 (9-16) L3.7

(Zone Control Outputs) L4 (1-8)
+ relay
BS-60, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel L2 (1-16) L3.7
(Detector Group Outputs) + relay
BS-100, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel BSJ-100 (1-240) L3.7
(Detector Group Outputs, BSJ-100) + relay
BS-80, Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel As BS-100
General Closing contacts with resistors between A

and B.
Release Module BA-40
B (+)
R2=270Ω
Control Signal
Relay z
z
z R1=2kΩ
Control Input
0V
A
Control in Fire
Alarm Control
Panel
If the Release Module BA-40 is mounted outside a cabinet/rack, a

control relay must be mounted inside the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
To achieve break and short-circuit monitoring of the cable between

the signal input on the BA-40 and the control relay from the Fire Alarm
Control Panel, monitoring resistor R1 and R2 must be used.
Resistance values:
R1 = 2kΩ
R2 = 270Ω
Recommended cross-section of conductor for the controls is 0,75 -

1,5mm2. Short circuit monitoring may be switched off with switch S1.4.
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Installation
BA-40
1 -
Control signal 1 R2
R1
0 volts
2 + Signal
Zone 1
3 -
0 volts
Control signal 2 R2 R1 4 + Signal
R1
5
R1 6 Active signal on both

R1
7 inputs 1 and 2
8
activates release
output.
9
10
11 -
Control signal 1 R1 0 volts
R2 12 + Signal
Zone 2
13 -
0 volts
Control signal 2 R1
R2 14 + Signal
Monitoring resistors R1 = 2kΩ, R2 = 270Ω.
3.7 Connection of manual release box BW-20A

One or more manual release switches may be connected to every
manual input. The release switches are connected in parallel on
release course. If more than one release switch is connected, the
connection in the firste switch will differ from the following.
A 2-leader cabel is used between the BA-40 and the first BW-20A,
while the first and last box are connected through a 3-leader cabel.
Example: connection of 1 BW-20A
BW-20A
S2
S1
R2 (270 ohm) and R3 (910 ohm) R2 Front
are mounted from the factory.
R1 (2k end of line resistor) has 1 2
to be intalled between terminations
1 and 2 in the front.
R1
S1 = break glass switch.
S2 = front cover switch. R3
5/15
Connection box
To BA-40
6/16
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Installation
3.8 Operator Panel BAV-45 used together with BA-40
1. Alarm
Slukkemiddel utløst
1. Alarm
Slukkemiddel utløst
Avstill
alarm Control Panel
Blokkering av
automatisk utløsning.
Blokkering av
automatisk utløsning.
Tilbakestill
Kraftforsyning feil
BAV-45
Feil på alarm utgang
Blokkering av Blokkering av
styreutgang styreutgang Lampetest
for 1. alarm for 1. alarm
Drift
Feil på utløsekurs Feil på utløsekurs
Lavt beholdertrykk Lavt beholdertrykk

Utløse- og overvåkingspanel
Feil på styreinng. Feil på styreinng. for slokkemiddel
Feil på man./aut./
trykk-kursene
Feil på man./aut./
trykk-kursene BA-45
Extinguishing Release
Module BA-40
The extinguishing release module BA-40 can be supplied with a

operator panel BAV-45. This panel has indicators and buttons for
operation of a BA-40’s two control zones.
Current system software has to be P1BA40-3.00 or higher.
Different combinations of BAV-45, BA-40 and cabinets can be
suppled.
Common type is BA-45/xxx.
See sepparate documentation for Control Panel BA-45.
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Installation
3.8.1 Monitoring communication between BAV-45/xx and BA-40

The internal communication between the control panel BAV-45 and
BA-40 is automatically monitored when BAV-45 is connected to BA-40
through a ribbon cable. A steady, yellow light on the fault indicator for
power supply (BA-40 ) indicates a failure in communication, and the
fault output is activated.
Communication, ON/OFF, is monitored by a jumper on the right side
of the ribbon cable-connector on the BA-40.
When BA-40 is delivered without BA-45, the jumper must always be
installed. To activated the communication towards BAV-45, the jumper
must be open (the jumper must be open when connecting BAV-45 to
BA-40).
Communication jumper
(Open jumper when BAV-
45 is connected to BA-40)
BA-40
BA-40
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Installation
Page 28
Commissioning
4. Commissioning
4.1 Switch Settings
4.1.1 Defining the Delay Period Before Release (S1.1 and S1.2)
Refer to Delay Period Before Release, page 11, and set the switches
according to the desired delay period (0, 30, 60, 180 seconds).
The factory default setting is 60 seconds.
4.1.2 Choosing Normal or Reversed Common Fault Signal (S1.3)

Refer to Normal / Reversed Common Fault Signal, page 12, and set
the switches to normal or reversed status.
The factory default setting is Normal signal.
4.1.3 Break and short circuit monitoring of input signals (S1.4)

Short circuit monitoring of signal inputs can be switched off by
operation of DIP-switch S1.4 (ref. 2.7)
4.1.4 Connection to Inputs and Outputs on the BA-40

• Connect the release outputs to the release pressurestat without
connecting the release soleonid physically to the release valve.
• Test all input signals and observe that the actual controls and
indicators are activated.
• Test the fault monitoring for monitored inputs and outputs.
• Set the BA-40 module in automatic inhibit status, and connect the
solenoid to the release valve.
• When the test of the system is completed, activate automatic
release.
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Commissioning
4.1.5 Commission of BA-40 with operator panel BAV-45

The communication between BA-40 and BAV-45 is monitored when
jumper on the BA-40 is installed (ref.pt. 3.7.1)
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Applications
5. Applications
5.1 Manual Release

Break and short-circuit monitored input
The control input for connection of manual release switch has a two-
stage function:
• Stage 1 activates the common alarm output and indication outputs
for active signals on one of the control inputs.
• Stage 2 releases the extinguishant in the actual zone.
The release switch is a switch box with cover and pressure switch.
The switch in the cover activates the stage 1 function. The pressure
switch activates the stage 2 function (release).
BA-40
Release switch S1 S2 5 -
0 volts
R1 Zone 1
zone 1 R2 R3 6 + Signal
7 -
8 +
R1 = 2kΩ 9 - S1/R2 is release

R2 = 270Ω 10 +
function
R3 = 910Ω S2/R3 is front cover
11 -
function
12 +
13 -
14 +
Release switch S1 S2 15 -
0 volts
zone 2 R1 Zone 2
R2 R3 16 + Signal

• Breaks limit > 3 kΩ
• Stage 1: Cover switch (gives alarm) > 490Ω, < 910Ω
• Stage 2: Manual release > 52Ω, < 490Ω
• Normal > 910Ω, < 3kΩ
The resistance values given above are total values including the cable
resistance. The recommended cross-section of the conductor on the
cable for manual release is 1-1,5mm2.
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Applications
5.1.1 Connection of ONE-1 manual release unit BW-20A

If only one BW-20A is used pr. manual release input, the BW-20A is
used without changing the resistance. The break monitoring
resistance R1 (2KΩ) is mounted between the terminations 1 and 2 in
the front part. Release resistance R2 is from the factory (default)
mounted in series with glassswitch S1 The box is connected to BA-40
with a 2-leader cable.
Connection of a BW-20A
BW-20A
BW-20A R3
S2
S2 910
910Ω
S1 Cover
R2 (270 ohm) and R3 (910 ohm) R2 Front
are mounted from the factory. S1
270
270Ω
R1 (2k end of line resistor) has 1 2
to be intalled between terminations Glass
1 2
1 and 2 in the front.
R1
R1
S1 = break glass switch.
S2 = front cover switch. R3 2K
5/15
Connection box 5/15
To BA-40
6/16 BA- 40 -
6/16
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Applications
5.1.2 Connection of multiple manual release units BW-?? to the same

manual release input
If more than ONE BW-20A is connected to the same manual release
input, the following actions must be taken:
• A 3-leader cabel must be placed between the first and the last BW-
20A
• Resistance R3 (top breaker) is removed from all BW-??s except
from the first
• Break supervising resistance (R1= 2KΩ) is placed in the last BW-
20A
Connection of multiple BW-20As
Box 1 Box 2 Last box
BW-20A BW-20A BW-20A
S2 S2 Important
Only one box connected S2
to manual release input. Multiple boxes on the same
S1 S1 release input.
End of line resistor R1 R2 R2 S1
Mounted between 1 and 2. • First box, no change. R2
R2 and R3 are default 1 2 • Following boxes (2, 3….n)
1 2 Resistor R3 has to be removed. 1 2
mounted
• Last box (n).
End of line resistor R1 has to
be mounted between 1 and 2 R1
R3 R3 R3
5/15
To BA-40
6/16
Two wires between
3 wires between first and last BW-20A
BA-40 and first BW-20A
R1 = 2k ohm R3=910 R3=
8
R3= S2
8
R2 = 270 ohm S2 S2
R3 = 910 ohm
S1 = Break glass
switch R2 R2 R2
S2 = Front cover R1is end of 1 2
switch S1 S1 line resistor S1
5/15 R1
To BA-40
6/16
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Applications
5.2 Automatic Inhibit

An active signal on the input will block an automatic release of the
extinguishant (zone 1 or zone 2).
The indication output for automatic inhibit is activated. Manual release

is possible.
The input is break and short-circuit monitored. The resistors R1 and

R2 must be mounted according to the drawing below. An active signal
on the input inhibits automatic release. Inhibit remains as long as the
switch is closed.
The input is also used as an abortion switch to stop the automatic

release during the delay period. (Refer to 5.2.1).
BA-40
7 -
0 volt
Inhibit switch R2
R1 Zone 1
8 + Signal
9 -
10 +
11 -
R1=2kΩ 12 +
R2=270Ω
13 -
14 +
15 -
16 +
17 -
Inhibit switch R1 0 volt
R2 18 +
Zone 2
Signal

• Break monitoring limits ≥ 6,8 kΩ.
• Short-circuit limit <39Ω.
• Activated input signal > 68Ω, < 820Ω.
• Normal signal >1,2kΩ, < 2,4kΩ.
resistance.
Note! If short circuit monitoring is switched off, R1 can be skipped.
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Applications
5.2.1 Abortion of Automatic Release During Delay Period

The function Inhibit Automatic Release also functions as an abortion
switch during automatic release, i.e. when both control inputs are
active and the delay period is active.
NOTE:
If the control inputs still are active (BA-40 is not reset) and the
abortion switch is closed, the automatic release will be blocked. When
opening the switch again, a new delay period will commence and
release will occur after the end of the delay time.
(Activation without delay).
Technical data, refer to 5.2.
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Applications
5.3 Pressure Monitoring

The pressure monitoring monitors the pressure in the extinguishant
tank. A too low pressure will opening the pressurestat contacts. The
BA-40 module will then indicate a fault. The input is break and short-
circuit monitored with the resistors R1 and R2.
BA-40
.
9 -
0 volt
S1 R1 Zone 1
R2 10 + Signal
Pressurestat 11 -
contact 12 +
13 -
14 +
15 -
16 +
17 -
18 +
19 -
0 volt
S1 R1 Zone 2
R2 20 + Signal
Pressurestat
contact
Characteristics / Monitoring values

• Monitoring resistors R1= 2kΩ, R2= 270Ω
• Pressostat (S1): Opening contact at too low pressure
• Breaks limit > 3 kΩ.
• Short-circuit limit: < 52Ω
• Low pressure: > 910Ω, < 3kΩ
• Normal: > 52Ω, < 910Ω
resistance. Note! If short circuit monitoring is switched off, R1 can be
skipped.
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Applications
5.4 Automatic Inhibit Output

The signal output is an open collector output. When the inhibit input
for a zone is activated, the open collector output is put to 0V. The
maximum load per zone output is 100mA.
L1.45 +24V
BA-40
Zone 1
25
Maximum 100mA
0 volts
26
27
28
29
0 volts 30
Maximum 100mA
Zone 2
• Max. load for each output is 100mA.

• Max. total load for 24V dc output is 500mA.
Page 37
Applications
5.5 First Alarm Output
An active signal on one of the two signal inputs (for zone 1 or zone 2)
will activate this output. The maximum load per output is 100 mA. The
outputs are not monitored for breaks or short circuiting.
The Outputs are reset when BA-40 is reset.
L1.45 +24V
Active 1st control

BA-40 signal on zone 1
26
Zone 1 Maximum
0 volts
100mA
27
28
29 Active 1st control

30
signal on zone 2
0 volts 31 Maximum
Zone 2 100mA
• Max. load for each output is 100mA.

• Max. total load for 24V dc output is 500mA.
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Applications
5.6 Zone Output Indication of Extinguishant Released

This output gives an indication when the extinguishant is released in a
zone. The output is used to prevent personnel to enter a protected
location where the fire extinguishant has been released. The output is
not monitored for breaks. The Outputs are reset when BA-40 is reset.
Example:
24V supplied from BA-40
BA-40
+ 45
24V
- 46
Zone
1 2
NO 27 32
Gas C 28 33 Extinguishant released

released
signal
NC 29 34
The diagram below (example) shows how to connect a separate

power supply to the sounder alarms. This cabling is used when the
power consumption of the sounder alarms that are used exceeds
0,5A.
External power supply
24V DC +
-
BA-40 Zone
1 2
NO 27 32
Gas C 28 33 Extinguishant
released NC 29 34
released signal
Page 39
Applications
5.7 Input for Silencing Alarm (sounder, lamp etc.)

This signal input is used to silence alarms (sounders, lamps etc.) by
connecting an external switch. The signal input is common for both
zones. The input is not monitored for breaks and must be an impulse
contact.
Example:
BA-40 signal
Silence
+ 35 Switch with pulse contact.
Sounders - 36 Alarms are silenced on closing
contacts.
0 volt
5.8 Input for Reset of Control Module

Signal input for connection of reset switch. The signal input is
common for both zones. The input is not monitored for breaks and
must be an impulse contact.
Example:
BA-40
signal
Reset
+ 37 Reset switch with pulse contact.
38 The activated functions are reset
on closing contacts.
0 volt
The reset switch is monitored against irregular, long closing time

(blocked switch). If the closing time is longer than 5-10 seconds, a
fault signal will appear:
• Power supply fault illuminated with steady light
• Fault output activated
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Applications
5.9 Common Fault Output

The common fault output is activated when there is a fault on the:
• output release circuits
• control inputs
• manual release input circuit
• automatic inhibit input circuit
• pressurestat circuit
• common sounder alarm output
• 27V DC power - the power is missing or the voltage is lower than
18V DC or higher than 31V DC on one of the power inputs
- or when there is
• too low pressure in the extinguishant tank
• a defective fuse for external 24V DC (F3)
• a fault on the internal circuitry (pulsing fault output)
• communication fault between BA-40 and operator panel BAV-45
• blocked or short circuit longer than 5-10 seconds on reset input
The maximum load on the fault output is 100mA. The signal is reset
when the module is reset.
Example:
BA-40
24VDC + 45
24V DC
+ Fault indication
(lamp, buzzer or
- external relay.)
Com. fault 39
Maximum
100mA
Normal fault signal:Output (39) is activated in fault condition.

Reversed fault signal:Output (39) is activated and breaks in fault
condition.
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Applications
5.10 Common First Alarm Output

This output is a potential free relay output that is activated when there
is an active signal on one of the two control inputs for a zone. The
output is common for zone 1 and zone 2.
The output gives a 1st alarm warning to external monitoring

equipment, for example, a building management system.
The output is not monitored for breaks. The output is reset when the
module is reset.
Example:
Internal power supply
BA-40
+ 45
Max. 0,5A
24VDC
24VDC - 46 + Common 1st alarm

warning
-
NO 40
Common
1st. Alarm C 41
output NC 42
Example:
External power supply
BA-40 External equipment

Maximum. 0,5A
+24V
NO 40
Felles
første C 41
alarm
utgang
NC 42
0V
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Applications
5.11 Sounder Alarm Output

This output is a common alarm output for connection of audible or
optical warning. The output is activated when there is an active signal
on one of the control inputs. Reset is done by using the input Silence
Sounder Alarms. The output is reactivated if a new alarm occurs.
The output is monitored for breaks and shortcircuiting. A serial diode

and a 2kΩ end-resistor is used. If polarity dependent alarm sounders
area used (with built-in diode), the external diode can be omitted.
• The maximum load is 24V/0,5A.

• Breaks limit ≥ 4kΩ.
• Short circuiting at approximately < 150Ω
• Polarity dependent alarm sounders.
Example:
BA-40
+ 43 2kΩ
Sounder Al
output - 44
monitoring
resistor
5.12 Voltage Output

General voltage output for connection of units requiring 24V DC.
A defective fuse will give a fault warning.
Example:
BA-40 Maximum 0,5A

24V DC + 45
0,5A outp. - 46
24V lamp
1st al arm + 26
• Max. common load on this output: 0,5A.

• Fused with F3=0,5A.
Page 43
Applications
5.13 Outputs for Release of Extinguishant

This output is a ≈ 22V DC release output that is used to activate the
release solenoid for a zone. The output is break and short-circuit
monitored. Because of voltage drop in the release circuit, the release
voltage is 4-5V lower than the supplied voltage.
UOut = UIn - UDrop
Example: Monitoring diode
+ 47
Zone 1
release output
- 48
Zone 1 Solenoid
+ 49
Zone 2
release output
- 50
Zone 2 Solenoid
• Output voltage: UOut = UIn - UDrop ≈ (20-22V)

• Fuse: 1A
• Breaks limit ≥ 5kΩ.
• Monitoring diode: 3A (type 1N5625 or 1N5404).
• The output current is limited to 3A during a short pulsing voltage
(by the use of initiators).
• The monitoring diode must be connected in series with a solenoid
if < 800Ω
• If the resistance of the solenoid is larger than 3kΩ an end-resistor
2kΩ must be connected in parallel across the solenoid
• Maximum monitoring current: 1mA
Page 44
Function Diagram
6. Function Diagram
Function Function Automatic Action
no. Inhibit
Delay Period Expired Delay Period

Yes No (0 - 60 seconds) > (0 - 60 seconds)
X • No action • No action
Control Zone 1, X • Start delay period (0-60 sek.
st
Input 1 (L1,2) • LED indication 1 alarm zone 1
1
(H1)
st
• Output, 1 automatic control input
activated in zone 1 (L26)
st
• Output, common 1 control (L40-
42)
• Output, common alarm (sirene)
(L43,44)
Control Zone 1, X • No action • No action
input 2 (L3,4)
2 X • Same as zone 1, input 1 (function
1)
Control of Zone 1, X • No action • No action

input 1 (L1,2) X • Start delay period (0-60 sek. • Gas release LED, zone 1 (H2)
st
and • LED indication 1 alarm zone 1 • Release output zone 1 (L47,48)
3
input 2 (L3,4)
(H1) • Output, extinguishant released
st
• Output, 1 automatic control input in zone 1 (L27-29)
st
42)
(L43,44)
X • No action • No action
Control of Zone 2, X • Start delay period (0-60 sek.
st
input 1 (L11,12) • LED indication 1 alarm zone 2
4
(H8)
st
• Output, 1 automatic control input
st
42)
(L43,44)
Control Zone 2, X
• No action • No action
5 input 2 (L13,14) X • Same as zone 2, input 1 (function
no. 4)
Control Zone 2, X
• No action • No action
6 input 1 (L11,12) X • Start delay period (0-60 sek. • Led indication, gas released in
st
and • LED indication 1 alarm zone 2 zone 2 (H9)
(H8) • Release output zone 2 (L49,50)
input 2 (L13,14) st
• Output, 1 automatic control input • Output, extinguishant released
activated in zone 2 (L31) in zone 2 (L32-34)
st
42)
(L43,44)
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Function Diagram

no. Inhibit

Manual release in zone X X (7A)
st
1 (L5,6) • LED indication 1 alarm, zone 1
7A) - Warning, open (H1)
st
cover • Output, 1 autom. control zone 1
7 (L26)
7B) - Manual release st
42)
• Output common alarm (sirene)
L43,44)
(7B)
• LED indication, gas released in
zone 1 (H2)
• Release output zone 1 (L47,48)
• Output, extinguishang releast in
zone 1 (L27-29)
Manual release in zone X X (8A)
st
2 (L15,16) • LED indication 1 alarm zone 2
8A) - Warning, open (H8)
st
cover • Output, 1 alarm zone 2 (L31)
st
8 • Output, common 1 control (L40-
8B) - Manual release
42)
(L43-44)
(8B)
• LED indication, gas released in
zone 2 (H9)
• Release output zone 2 (L49,50)
• Output, extinguishant released in
zone 2 (L32-34)
Automatic release X • LED indication of automatic
inhibit zone 1 (L7,8) release inhibit in zone 1 (H3)
• Output, automatic release inhibit
9 in zone 1 (L25)
• Control input 1 and 2 are inhibited
for zone 1 (L1,2/L3,4)
• LED indication of automatic
Automatic release release inhibit in zone 2 (H10)
X • Output, automatic release inhibit
inhibit zone 2 (L17-18)
10 in zone 2 (L30)
• Control input 1 and 2 are inhibited
for zone 2 (L11,12/L13,14)
Pressure monitoring X X • LED indication, low tank pressure
(tank) in zone 1 (L9- in zone 1 (H5)
11
10) • Output, common fault (L39)
Pressure monitoring X X • LED indication, low tank pressure
(tank) in zone 2 (L19- in zone 2 (H12)
12
20) • Output, common fault (L39)
Power supply only on X X • LED indication, power LED (H17)
power 1 input (L21- on.
13
22) • LED indication, power supply
failure (H15) on
• Fault output L1.39 activated
Power supply only on X X • Same as function 13.
power 2 input
14
(L23,24)
Power supply only on X X • LED indication, power (H17) on
power 1 input or
15
power 2 input and 2kΩ
resistor between (+)
connectors
Power supply on on X X • LED indication, power (H17) on
both power 1 and
16
power 2 inputs (no
resistors between)
17 Silence alarm (L35,36) X X • Reset of activated sounder alarm
output (sirene) L43-44)
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Function Diagram

no. Inhibit

18 Reset (L37,38) X X • Reset of all activated functions.
19 Front panel BAV-45 X X • Power LED on BAV-45 lights.
connected. Jumper on Communication between BAV-45
BA-40 open. and BA-40 OK
20 Front panel BAV-45 is X X • Yellow power supply fault LED
connected. Jumper on lights (H15)
BA-40 open. LEDs • Fault output L1.39 activated
and buttons on BAV- Reason: No communication
45 failed. between BAV-45 and BA-40
21 Front panel BAV-45 X X • Power LED on BAV-45 lights
connected. Jumper on • Yellow power supply fault LED
BA-40 closed. lights (H15)
• Fault output L1.39 activated
Reason: Missing monitoring of
communication between BAV-45
and BA-40
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System Software
7. System Software
There has been two software release for BA-40.
• System SW version P1BA40-1.00

This program can not be used together with Operator Panel BAV-
45
• System SW version P1BA40-3.00.

This program can be used together with Operator Panel BAV-45.
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Autronica Fire and Security AS is an international company, based in Trondheim, Norway and has
a world-wide sales and service network. For more than 40 years Autronica’s monitoring systems
have been saving lives and preventing catastrophes on land and at sea. Autronica Fire and
Security’s most important business area is fire detection & security. Autronica Fire and Security
stands for protecting life, environment and property.
Quality Assurance
Stringent control throughout Autronica Fire and Security assures the excellence of our products
and services. Our quality system conforms to the Quality System Standard NS-EN ISO 9001, and
is valid for the following product and service ranges: marketing, sales, design, development,
manufacturing, installation and servicing of:
• fire alarm and security systems

• petrochemical, oil and gas instrumentation systems for monitoring and control
In the interest of product improvement, Autronica Fire and Security reserves the right to alter
specifications according to current rules and regulations.
Autronica Fire and Security AS

Fire and Security, Trondheim, Norway. Phone: + 47 73 58 25 00, fax: + 47 73 58 25 01.
Oil & Gas, Stavanger, Norway. Phone: + 47 51 84 09 00, fax: + 47 51 84 09 99.
Visit Autronica Fire and Security's Web site: www.autronicafire.com

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Extinguishing Release Module BA-40

Protecting life, environment and property...

P-BA40/IE - Rev.E, 2007-01-29

This publication, or parts thereof, may not

Autronica Fire and Security AS and its

Product names mentioned in this

2. Functional Description .....................................................6

4.1 Switch Settings.................................................................................. 29

6. Function Diagram .............................................................45

7. System Software ...............................................................48

8. Reader’s Comments .........................................................49

1.1 The Product

The module consists of 2 extinguishing zones. Each zone utilizes

1.2 About the Handbook

1.3 The Reader

1.4 Reference Documentation

1.5 Block Diagram BA-40

47/48 Release, 24V

27 V DC 9/10 Low tank

24V DC/0,5A voltage

Extinguishing Release Module, BA-40

2.2 Terminal Reference Matrix

Internal function Term. External Function

0 volts 3 S1 Automatic release input control 2, monitored for

0 volts 7 Automatic inhibit. Monitored for breaks and

0 volts 9 Pressure monitoring. Monitored for breaks and

0 volts 13 S1 Automatic release input control 2, monitored for

0 volts 19 Pressure monitoring. Monitored for breaks and

Zone 1 26 0 volts Zone 1

Internal function Term. External Function

Zone 2 31 0 volts Zone 2

0,5A fuse 43 +24V Alarm output 24V DC / 0,5A. Activated at first

Zone 1 1A fuse 47 +24V Zone 1

Gas released Red indicator illuminates when the extinguishant is released. H2

Aut. Inhibited Yellow indicator illuminates when automatic release is inhibited. H3

Gas released Red indicator illuminates when the extinguishant is released. H9

Yellow indicator illuminates with following fault conditions:

Fuse Value Fast / Time-lag Function Terminal

2.5 Time Delay Facility

The following applies:

2.5.2 Delay Period Before Release

Switch Setting S1.1 / S1.2 Delay period

Factory setting: 60 seconds.

2.6 Normal / Reversed Common Fault Signal

Switch Setting S1.3 Delay period

Factory setting: Normal

2.7 Signal Input Monitoring

2.8 Monitoring Data for Signal- and Control Inputs

2.8.1 Signal Inputs 1 and 2

Peripheral installations of the BA-40 module requires the use of a

Example: Potential free contact connection. Example: Transistor connection.

Characteristics / Monitoring values:

2.8.2 Manual Release Input

Manual release switch

S1/R2 = Manual release switch (R2=270Ω)

Characteristics / Monitoring values

Manual release is achieved when switch S2 is closed when the

2.8.3 Pressure Monitoring in Tank

The input is connected to the pressurestat contact in the extinguishant

The pressurestat contact is a normal closed contact which is open if a

BA-40 R2= 270Ω

Characteristics / Monitoring values:

2.8.4 Automatic Inhibit