GE Security FireShield FS1004, Technical Reference Manual

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Installation
2.8 FireShield Technical Reference Manual
Installing the FSDACT
The FSDACT is a digital alarm communicator transmitter
(DACT) that transmits panel events to a compatible digital
alarm communicator receiver (DACR). Messages are
transmitted over standard loop-start telephone lines. The dialer
is capable of split reporting to two different account and
telephone numbers.
In addition to the DACT functions, this module includes:
• An alphanumeric LCD to display
system
messages and
programming prompts
• An event history log of panel and DACT events, viewable
through compatible software
• A modem for uploading and downloading panel
configuration, history, and current status to a PC running
compatible software
Note:
The FSDACT modem is only rated for 2400 baud
communication. Some PC modems may not be compatible
with this baud rate.
The FSDACT can be programmed to operate as a single or
dual line DACT/Modem/LCD display, a Modem/LCD
display, or an LCD display only. For the FSDACT to be
NFPA 72 CS compliant, the following is required:
1. The factory installed warning label must be removed from
the FSDACT's line two phone jack.
2. A second phone line, independent of that used for line one
must be connected to phone jack two.
3. The FSDACT must be programmed for dual line
operation.
4. The FSDACT must be programmed for a daily
transmission test frequency.
UL 864 compliance requires the dual line setting.
The FSDACT can be configured for attended or unattended
downloading. JP1 is a wire loop (located near the top of the
FSDACT) that controls which download method is used.
Leaving the JP1 wire loop intact configures the FSDACT for
attended downloading. The panel will not allow changes to the
panel or dialer configuration unless the program jumper is
inserted. It will allow changes to receiver information (account
code, telephone numbers, etc.). UL requires the red wire loop
to be intact for all remote station systems.
Cutting the JP1 wire loop configures the FSDACT for
unattended downloading. This means that the program jumper
need not be inserted to accept any panel or dialer
configuration changes.
NFPA 72 1999 edition states in 7-1.6.2.1 that reacceptance
testing shall be performed after any change to site-specific
software.
"All components, circuits, systems operations, or site-specific
software functions known to be affected by the change or
identified by a means that indicates the system operational
changes shall be 100 percent tested. In addition, 10 percent of
initiating devices that are not directly affected by the change,
up to a maximum of 50 devices, also shall be tested, and
correct system operation shall be verified. A revised record of
completion in accordance with 1-6.2.1 shall be prepared to
reflect any changes.”
For additional download security, the FSDACT can be
programmed to perform a call back function. This call back
option applies whether the FSDACT is configured for
attended or unattended downloading.
Specifications
Current requirements
Standby: 40 mA
Alarm: 60 mA
Operating environment
Temperature: 32 to 120 °F (0 to 49 °C)
Humidity: 93% RH, noncondensing
Phone line type: one or two loop-start lines on a public,
switched network
Phone line connector: RJ31/38X (C31/38X). Two 7 ft plug
cords are shipped with the FSDACT.
FCC registration number: US: EDWAL01BFSDACT
Ringer equivalence number: 0.1
Industry Canada Registration number: IC: 3944-FSDACT
Connection between panel and FSDACT: 6-pin connector
Communication formats: Contact ID (SIA DC-05) and
EST 4/2 (SIA DC-02 P3 with hexadecimal event codes)
Installation instructions
Note:
It is not necessary to remove the main panel board from
the cabinet to install the dialer.
Caution:
Make sure all power is disconnected from the panel
before removing or installing an FSDACT. Failure to
disconnect power will damage the panel and the FSDACT.
Observe static-sensitive handling practices.
To install the FSDACT:
1. Remove the blank insert from the display window.
2. Remove the clear protective plastic film from the
FSDACT LCD display.