Fike FVA-IP, Installation And Operation Manual

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FVA-IP Camera Installation and Operation Manual
Revision Date: June, 2019 P/N 06-523 (Rev. 5) 33
6.1.4 Testing for Operational Conformance
The goal of this testing is to assure that the entire system will register and properly report the following:
1. Deterioration of the image quality (contrast, focus, brightness)
2. Communication failure of the camera
3. Simulated response
6.1.4.1 Fault Condition
A fault condition can be tested by simply applying the cap or covering the lens of the camera with your hand. The
system will respond by reporting a fault in approx 30 sec.
6.1.4.2 Communication failure / Analytics failure
Such conditions can be achieved by disconnecting the camera from the network switch. The fault relay will close
immediately and the Fike video management software will report a loss of the camera in less than 10 seconds.
6.1.4.3 Simulated response
There are four ways in which to test whether event reporting is operational. These should be discussed between the
end user, AHJ, and distributor as to which is applicable for the installation.
The first method is to temporarily introduce a motion detection zone and configure the relays to close on detection of
such motion. Introducing motion into the observation area will cause a closure of the relay and an alarm response will
propagate to the user interface. On completion of this test, the motion zone can be removed and the relay
disengaged. This scenario verifies that all camera functions are working properly and ensures that image capture,
software, and communication are functioning.
The second method is to initiate a user alarm after configuring the relays to close on the user initiated alarm. This will
cause a closure of the relay and an alarm response will propagate to the user interface. On completion of this test the
user alarm can be stopped and the relay can be disengaged. This scenario ensures that communications are functioning
and a visual inspection of the video ensures software integrity.
The third method is to initiate live fires within the cameras field of view. This can be done using safe smoke (Regin
smoke emitters) and low shooting flames (Isopropyl alcohol or heptane) or a properly configured propane torch (air
inlets must be covered to create a diffusion flame). These live fire tests will initiate an alarm much like a motion or user
event and close the respective dry contact and send an alarm response to the user interface.
The final method that can be arranged is to switch out the cameras with identically configure units sending one set
back to our testing facility to undergo the quality control process that includes live fire testing, a visual inspection, and
burn in period.
6.1.5 Maintenance
This section deals with preventive maintenance, describes possible faults in camera operation and indicates corrective
measures. Ignoring these instructions may cause problems with the detector and may invalidate the warranty.
Whenever a unit requires service, please contact the manufacturer or its authorized distributor for assistance.
Maintenance should be done on an annual basis; however, camera(s) and associated equipment that are inaccessible
for safety considerations (e.g. continuous process operations, energized electrical equipment, radiation, and excessive
height) shall be maintained during scheduled shutdowns if approved by the authority having jurisdiction. These
extended intervals shall not exceed 18 months. The FVA‐IP camera is designed to provide years of trouble free
operation with little to no attention; however, the periodic maintenance steps described below will allow for reliable
fire and security protection.