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Product Manual  

Addressable Emergency Lighting Control Panel 

 

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Page 1: ...ion and functions described in the manual are available from Software Version Lx9400 090 03 onwards Product Manual Addressable Emergency Lighting Control Panel www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

Page 2: ...arate 24V DC 5A Off Line Switched Mode 2x Separate 24V DC 5A Off Line Switched Mode Number of Loops 1 to 4 1 to 4 2 to 8 Devices per Loop Total 249 996 249 996 249 1992 Loop Current 500mA max per Loop Protocols Pulse Auxiliary Supply Output1 24V DC 500mA 24V DC 500mA 2x 24V DC 500mA Event Log 1000 Event Diagnostic 1000 Event Diagnostic 2x 1000 Event Diagnostic Number of Zones 200 max across 4 loop...

Page 3: ...Integral Printer Option 14 2 2 6 5 1 Printer Power Supply 14 2 2 6 5 2 Printer Diagnostics 15 2 2 6 5 3 Changing the Paper Roll 15 2 3 WIRING INSTALLATION 16 2 3 1 AC Mains Wiring 16 2 3 1 1 Cable Gland 16 2 3 2 Battery Installation 17 2 3 3 Signalling Line Installation 18 2 3 3 1 General Considerations 18 2 3 3 2 Radial Wiring Format 18 2 3 3 3 Loop Wiring Format 19 2 3 3 4 Pulse Luminaire Serial...

Page 4: ...ne 42 4 3 1 1 4 Description Device Text 42 4 3 1 1 5 Serial Number 42 4 3 1 1 6 Type 42 4 3 1 1 7 Light 43 4 3 1 1 8 Battery 43 4 3 1 1 9 I O Module Input Action 44 4 3 1 1 10 Testing Luminaires 44 4 3 1 2 Loops Auto Learn 45 4 3 1 2 1 Normal Procedure Initial learn 45 4 3 1 2 2 Procedure if the Panel finds Devices Missing 45 4 3 1 2 3 Procedure if the Panel finds Devices Added 46 4 3 1 2 4 Proced...

Page 5: ...MENT OF COMPONENTS 54 5 2 1 Batteries 54 5 2 1 1 Standby Batteries 54 5 2 1 2 Lithium Battery 54 5 2 1 3 Printer Battery Pack 54 5 2 2 Liquid Crystal Display 55 6 APPENDICES 56 6 1 APPENDIX 1 FORGOTTEN LEVEL 3 PASSWORD 56 6 2 APPENDIX 2 RECOMMENDED CABLES 57 6 3 APPENDIX 3 BATTERY STANDBY CALCULATION CHART 58 6 4 APPENDIX 3 COMMISSION RECORD SHEET 59 www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity...

Page 6: ...ds ATTENTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES This equipment is constructed with static sensitive components Observe anti static precautions at all times when handling printed circuit boards Wear an anti static earth strap connected to panel enclosure earth point Before installing or removing any printed circuit boards remove all sources of power mains and battery 1...

Page 7: ...f day or night Flexible programming allows the time date and duration of test for multiple groups of lights to be quickly specified with up to 400 unique time date periods per year The panels can be fully on site programmed using the front panel alphanumeric keypad Alternatively the panel programming may be configured from a PC via the isolated RS232 serial port Alternatively the data can be trans...

Page 8: ...situation in which additional loop powered inputs or outputs are required and provides the following major features Self Soft Addressing No DIL Switches to set in the luminaire fitting Removal of double addressing at the panel no need to go to luminaire Loop powered Output Relay to control the central battery static inverter luminaire test operation Input for monitoring of Alarms or Warnings 1 3 2...

Page 9: ...nt supplied from the building wiring Overvoltage Category II The equipment is not classified as being an integral part of the building wiring Overvoltage Category III In accordance with EN60950 1 the products are assessed to and comply with the requirements for Overvoltage Category II devices for connection to the AC Mains supply This category is the normal category for this type of equipment and ...

Page 10: ...nd turn the key to open the enclosure 2 2 2 Removing the Chassis It is recommended that the chassis be removed before fitting the panel to the wall To remove the chassis Refer to the diagram opposite Disconnect the earth cable connecting the chassis to the spade terminal on the rear enclosure Remove the bottom two screws holding the chassis to the back box Keep these items in a safe place for late...

Page 11: ... with M5 screws length 40mm or No 10 screws length 1 Ensure that there is sufficient space to allow the door to be opened when the panel is mounted Finally use a brush to remove any dust or swarf from inside the enclosure Enclosure Size and Fixing Point Dimensions 9400 450 380 35 25 385 340 Earth Studs x4 Cable Tie Anchor Points x9 9400 D 450 380 35 25 475 405 Earth Studs x4 Cable Tie Anchor Point...

Page 12: ... screens shields should be connected to the back box using the threaded studs provided near the knockout holes Multi way Bus bars are available separately for mounting on the threaded studs Refer to Appendix 2 Recommended Cables for further information on cable types to be used Refer to specific sections on how to install AC Mains input and loop phone relay and AUX outputs circuits 9400 9400 D 980...

Page 13: ...e the retaining strap then gently guide the loop driver printed circuit card into the guide slots of the machined end blocks and then push into place onto the connector on the Base Card Ensure that the pins of the connectors are correctly aligned The loop driver should be inserted with the component side of the board placed on the left hand side Replace the retaining strap The Base Card can accept...

Page 14: ... in pillars The card is secured to the chassis with an M3 screw in the fourth position it is vital that this mounting point is used and made secure to provide an earth point connection for the cable screen connections The network card is connected to the base card using a ribbon cable Refer to the documentation supplied with the network card for detailed information on networking Ad Net Document N...

Page 15: ... Paper holder door fully closed Battery pack not connected Battery flat see notes on power supply 2 2 6 5 3 Changing the Paper Roll The printer mechanism is a simple clamshell design Open the printer cover and remove the existing paper roll Pull off a length of paper and insert the roll as shown opposite Close the cover ensuring that it is snapped shut Perform a Test Print to ensure that the print...

Page 16: ...ards and all other wiring Connect the Control Panel to the mains supply via a readily accessible disconnect device Isolation Switch and suitable earth fault protection incorporated in the building installation wiring The Mains cable should be 0 75mm2 cable rated at 250V and fused via a 5A anti surge fuse FUSE Brown Green LIVE EARTH NEUTRAL Panel Wiring Blue 3 15A AC Mains terminations The Lx 9800 ...

Page 17: ...t out against any part of the enclosure circuit board or chassis plate 1 2 RED BLACK Link Cable Do not make the final battery connections until the installation wiring is completed and the system is to be powered up Always connect the AC Mains input before connecting the battery New batteries require top charging before installation Refer to Section 5 2 1 1 for a list of recommended batteries The ...

Page 18: ...mat or as a Loop Circuit Preferred Method For ease of maintenance and connection the wiring is terminated in a plug and socket arrangement shown opposite The signalling circuit consists of a pair of wires and Four terminals are provided to enable loop operation IN IN OUT OUT Base Card Terminations Typical 2 3 3 2 Radial Wiring Format To wire the signalling circuit as a Radial Line connect one wire...

Page 19: ...o Appendix 2 Recommended Cables for a list of recommended cables and distances Line OUT Line RETURN IN IN OUT OUT The connections on the Pulse Line Unit are not polarity specific However it is recommended that terminals B are used for the signal line and terminals A are used for the signal line From Panel Luminaires Return to Panel A B C D To maintain signal line supervision break the wiring run a...

Page 20: ...ion of the source of faults and warnings It also shows menus for use when inspecting or programming the operation of the panel Under normal conditions the panel display shows the access level time date and status 16 05 04 MAR 2002 LIGHT MONITORING SYSTEM Press Menu to View UDF2 UDF1 RESET MUTE ESC MENU PQRS WXYZ TUV GHI JKL MNO DEF ABC TEST POWER Ratings 220V 240V 1A Max 47Hz 63Hz EMERGENCY LIGHTI...

Page 21: ...th Level 2 Access Mute Press to mute the internal buzzer or acknowledge fault conditions Available in both Level 1 and Level 2 UDF1 User Defined Function Button Only available with Level 2 Access UDF2 User Defined Function Button Only available with Level 2 Access 3 1 4 Navigation Buttons Press to scroll through Menu Options Press to display more information Press to scroll through menu Options Pr...

Page 22: ...he system A Level 2 Authorised User can view the operational condition of the system and may MUTE the internal buzzer In addition the USER DEFINED UDF1 and UDF2 and RESET buttons are enabled and access to the Level 2 Menu functions is available A Level 3 User has access to program and configure the operation of the panel This is described in detail in the Programming Section of this Manual 3 2 1 1...

Page 23: ...ult condition the display shows the cause of the fault in more detail An example of the display is shown below ZONE 0003 DEVICE MISSING LOWER FLOOR CORRIDOR A NON MAINT Location Text for First Zone Location Text and Type of Device 1 Zone In Fault More No of Zones in FAULT If more than one fault condition occurs these will be shown on the display When the fault condition is corrected the panel auto...

Page 24: ... Condition The system can be configured to indicate alarm or warning conditions for plant alarms or other uses When the system registers an alarm warning condition the display shows the cause of the alarm in more detail An example of the display is shown below ZONE 0004 ALARM 1 LOWER FLOOR CORRIDOR B SWITCH Location Text for First Zone Location Text and Type of Device 1 Zone In Alarm More No of Zo...

Page 25: ... current loading of the panel input and output circuits Network View Network diagnostics LOCK CONTROLS Lock the control keys and inhibit the menu functions TIME DATE Change the Date and Time STATUS Return the display to the normal status display indications COMMISSION Enter the Level 3 Commissioning and Panel Programming Functions PRINT Test Results Print the test results for the selected group Lo...

Page 26: ...SEMENT WEST 0002 Enabled BASEMENT EAST 0008 Enabled GROUND FLOOR 0009 Enabled MAIN RECEPTION AREA To select a particular Zone move to the zone number column The existing zone number will then be highlighted Enter the required Zone Number using the number buttons for example 12 Inputs More Zone Mode Location 12 Enabled BASEMENT WEST 0002 Enabled BASEMENT EAST 0008 Enabled GROUND FLOOR 0009 Enabled ...

Page 27: ...T GROUPS More Group Period Date Time Result 2 5 mins 06 01 04 14 26 Running 3 30 mins 02 10 03 08 30 4 5 mins 03 11 03 16 00 5 When the test is completed the result is shown To view further information press the button The display shows details of the number of luminaires tested the number of luminaires that failed test and the type of test automatic manual along with the automatic test number if ...

Page 28: ...IDUAL LIGHT TEST Loop Address Duration minutes Key in number then press Use the number buttons to enter the required loop number 1 4 on which the luminaire is wired and then press the button The highlighted field automatically steps on to the address field Enter the address of the luminaire and then press the button The highlighted field automatically steps on to the duration field Enter the durat...

Page 29: ...he Test Menu If no button is pressed for 1 minute the display will automatically revert to the normal operating display 3 2 5 3 Test Print The Test Print option checks the operation of the printer and printer connection The printer will print nine lines of numbers and letters as shown opposite 123456789 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP 23456789 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQ 3456789 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR 456789 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQ...

Page 30: ...ation Press the buttons to scroll through the other events logged in the system Press the button to show more recent events and press the button to show earlier events To view the details for a specific Log Entry Number it is possible to select the record by typing in the required number using the number keys The number entered is echoed at the upper right of the display For example View All Event...

Page 31: ...e shown Press the buttons to scroll through the inputs Press the button to show further information on device location type analogue digital values etc Press the Esc button to return to previous view 3 2 6 4 View Outputs This function shows the current operational condition for all Outputs Outputs More Zone Mode Location 0200 ENABLED MAIN RECEPTION Press the buttons to highlight the required zone ...

Page 32: ...V 30V 1 3V Normal Too High Too Low 06 0 Aux Supply 0mA 300mA 2 Normal Too High 07 0 1st Loop Load 3 0mA 500mA 2 Normal Open Circuit Too High Short Circuit 08 0 1st Loop V Out 3 24V 32V 2 Normal 09 0 1st Loop V In 3 24V 32V 2 Normal 10 0 Panel Switch Inputs L H L Normal Programmable inputs to Normal 10 7 L H L Normal 11 0 Relay 1 Normal 11 1 Relay 2 Normal 11 2 Output 1 Normal to 11 9 Output 8 Norm...

Page 33: ...m line For example SET TIME DATE TIME 15 28 DATE 15 04 02 MON 15 APR 2002 To change the settings use the buttons to highlight the required option Directly enter the new time or date using the number buttons As soon as a number button is pressed the display will clear the current setting and show the new value as it is entered For example SET TIME DATE TIME 1 DATE 15 04 02 MON 15 APR 2002 NOTE The ...

Page 34: ...buttons to highlight the required group Note that if tests have yet to be run on the selected group or if the group test is still in progress the message to Press Tick to Print Group Results on the bottom line will not be displayed Press the key to start printing A popup window appears before the printing starts to ask if you wish to only print summaries failures or full test results SUMMARY FAILU...

Page 35: ... Auto Print TEST RESULTS WARNINGS Printer Internal External The upper line of options determines whether the panel shall automatically print specific events as they occur Ticking TEST RESULTS will make the printer print out a summary of each automatic test result together with details of any light fitting that has failed the test Note The Test Results and Warnings are from devices connected to thi...

Page 36: ...ower Check that the ribbon cable connecting the printer to the display has been fitted Rapid Flash Four times per sec Printer not ready Check Paper roll inserted Paper holder door fully closed Battery pack not connected Battery flat see notes on power supply www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

Page 37: ... will revert to status mode after 60s Press the Menu button to restore the display Commission Menu 1 LOOPS ZONES EXIT OUTPUTS TIME DATE VIEW Next Menu When a menu is displayed use the buttons to highlight the required menu option and then press the button to select it Press the Esc button from within a menu option to return to the previous menu The display can be forced back into status mode by pr...

Page 38: ...xt character Use the buttons to move backwards or forwards along the line When the text description is as required press the button to confirm the change If the text has been entered incorrectly press the Esc button to cancel all changes and return to the previous display The following table shows the numbers characters and symbols assigned to each button on the keypad Button 1st Press 2nd Press 3...

Page 39: ...tion Sub Menus Comments 6 7 5 4 LOOPS View Edit View test and configure the loop devices luminaires Auto Learn Learn the Devices Present on the Loop Search PLU Searches for all PLU devices on the loop and assign soft addresses 8 ZONES Configure the Zones EXIT Cancel Level 3 Access and return to Level 2 Menu Options 9 TESTS Configure the Automatic Test Dates 3 TIME DATE Change the Date and Time Set...

Page 40: ...el For example page 1 shows Loop 1 More Address State 001 0 Normal 002 0 Normal 003 0 Normal 004 0 DEVICE MISSING The first device on the loop is shown at the top of the list and is highlighted Whenever an address is highlighted press the buttons to scroll through the list of devices Press the buttons to view additional information The display highlights a particular parameter To change the value ...

Page 41: ...r changes to the assignment of a few devices refer to the Search PLU function for initial search and assignment of PLU devices It also enables the programming of the luminaire type number of cells and light threshold level at the selected address The PLU remembers the values programmed by storing these in e2prom memory note it may take a few seconds to complete this process The values are automati...

Page 42: ...parameter shows the Zone to which this device has been assigned Use the number keys to change the zone assigned to the device It is recommended that this be set to the same zone number as per the fire compartment zones for common reference 4 3 1 1 4 Description Device Text This parameter shows the 26 character location text assigned to this device For guidance on how to change the text refer to Se...

Page 43: ...set to 50 of the normal light level measured for a new tube The following table gives typical values for a range of tube types Tube Types Typical Light Level New Tube Typical Threshold T8 T5 30 10 8W 2D PL 80 204 Twin Spots 10 5 The Reading indicates the current light level measured by the PLU The display also indicates if the light is on or off The light output of the Lxp 111 is designed to be co...

Page 44: ...inactive and are disabled when the switch is active 4 3 1 1 10Testing Luminaires The luminaire can be immediately tested from this display Addr 001 0 to Start Test More SETTING READING Serial No 0226492433 Ok Type NON MAINT Mains Off Light 12 Min 3 Off Battery 4 Cell NiCad 2 6 Low With the address highlighted press the button to start the test of this luminaire The display will change to indicate ...

Page 45: ...o the main Loops Menu Note The Lxp 111 will not be found as it is not an addressable device 4 3 1 2 2 Procedure if the Panel finds Devices Missing When the panel cannot communicate with a device previously programmed into the panel the Auto Learn process is suspended and the display shows a pop up window with options For example KEEP THIS DEVICE DELETE THIS DEVICE KEEP ALL MISSING DELETE ALL MISSI...

Page 46: ...isplay shows a pop up window with options For example ACCEPT NEW DEVICE KEEP OLD DEVICE ACCEPT ALL NEW DEVICES REJECT ALL NEW DEVICES Address 002 TYPE CHANGE This situation could arise for example if an I O type device has been installed in place of a luminaire If the new device type is accepted or all new device types are accepted the panel will configure the memory to register these devices All ...

Page 47: ...o address 000 This serial number will now also require re assignment In the above example however the panel has found two serial numbers with the same soft address The most likely cause for this occurrence is that a new luminaire I O module has been added to this loop where the PLU had been previously assigned to a soft address elsewhere Adjust the soft addresses accordingly as described above Whe...

Page 48: ...ion 4 1 3 for guidance on how to change text descriptions To select a different zone use either the scroll up down keys or just type in the number of the required zone followed by the button Note that only zones in use are displayed 4 3 3 Exit To exit the Commission Mode and return the panel to normal operation ie level 2 select the Exit option The display will prompt for confirmation of the level...

Page 49: ...sic two group system without the need for further programming 4 3 4 1 Group Use the number keys to enter the group of devices that should be tested If this test was previously undefined i e all blank default values are then entered against the remaining fields 1st January 12 00 noon and 5 minutes duration 4 3 4 2 Date Use the number keys to enter the required test date in the format dd day mm mont...

Page 50: ...passwords and 2 Level 3 passwords All of the passwords can be changed On entry to the function the display shows a list of the passwords For example Password Access level User ID 15633 2 01 9988 2 02 13344 2 03 10000 2 04 10000 2 05 To change a password use the buttons to highlight the required password and then enter the new password using the number buttons When the password is correct press the...

Page 51: ...Panel Zone By default all the panel inputs are assigned to the Panel Zone Alternatively the PC configuration program allows individual inputs to have different zones if required 4 3 9 3 Service Number The Service Number is the telephone number that is shown on the status display whenever a fault condition occurs To change the number press the button when the option is highlighted The number is ent...

Page 52: ... LOGO PROGRAM ID Press the button and the display will show that the event log is being erased by display the message WORKING After the event log is erased the display reverts to the Set up Options screen 4 3 9 6 Company LCD Logo This parameter determines whether the Company Logo is shown on the display during normal operation To change the setting press the button The status changes from to X and...

Page 53: ...he site operator user should perform the following checks and actions Check all luminaries and other emergency lighting equipment is in good condition all lamps and light controllers are clean undamaged not blackened Perform a brief test all emergency lighting equipment by simulating a failure of the normal lighting supply This test should not exceed a quarter of the equipment rated duration Check...

Page 54: ...es are top charged prior to installation For batteries up to 6 months old from date of manufacture charge at 2 4V per cell i e 14 4V per battery for 20 hours prior to installing the batteries It is not recommended to use batteries that are older than 6 months from the date of manufacture on a new installation It is quite normal for lead acid batteries to vent hydrogen when being charged The panel ...

Page 55: ...acement Schedule When the display becomes difficult to read The display contrast will gradually fade with time Manufacturer Part Number Replace the complete display keyboard assembly Spare part number MXS 004 www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

Page 56: ...for the password As soon as the Password Invalid message is shown press the 0 button and the display will show a decryption key Make a note of the first part of this number For example Level 2 Menu Please Enter Your Password 214728378 Customer Support will provide a temporary permit number that you can enter when prompted for the Level 3 password As soon as access has been regained to the Level 3 ...

Page 57: ...500m unless stated Cable Cable Size Voltage Rating Conductor Ω per Pr Maximum Cable Run in metres per installed number of PLU modules AWG mm2 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 225 249 PLU LXP 302 LXP 304 Radial Loop 8762 8205 20 0 5 300 71 6 Ω km 1500 1200 1000 800 700 600 550 500 8760 8461 18 0 8 300 45 4 Ω km 1500 1300 1100 950 850 750 8719 8471 16 1 3 600 300 28 6 Ω km 1500 1350 1200 8720 8473 14 2 0 6...

Page 58: ...g factor AHr This chart is applicable to each chassis in the 9800 panel 6 Refer to separate data sheets for the additional modules that can be installed in the panel to determine the AUX and other panel loading currents The sum of all these additional currents should be entered in these fields 7 Refer to separate data sheets supplied with the Pulse modules and interfaces for their operating curren...

Page 59: ...cord Sheet TESTED SHEET BATT R E BATT R EMERGENCY LIGHTING ADDRESSES LR E LR LT No CELLS TYPE M NM I O LOCATION TEXT SHEETS TEXT DESCRIPTION GROUP ZONE SERIAL NO ADDRESS 1 249 LOOP www acornfiresecurity com www acornfiresecurity com ...

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