3.0 SYSTEM OPERATION
UL S2203
CyberCat 254/1016 Operation Manual
3-3
FM
P/N: 06-326-2
Rev 6, 09/2015
3.1.7
POSITIVE ALARM SEQUENCE
This feature is enabled or disabled for all outputs connected to the panel. When enabled, an Alarm signal
from an automatic fire detection device shall be Acknowledged at the main panel display, remote keypad or
input module within 15 seconds after annunciation of the Alarm event in order to initiate the alarm
investigation phase. Annunciation to this point consists of only the CyberCat local piezo sounder and the
event message on the main panel display and/or remote display. If the alarm signal is not acknowledged
within 15 seconds, all notification circuits assigned to the same zone as the initiating device will be activated
immediately.
During the Alarm investigation phase, trained personnel have up to 180 seconds to evaluate the fire condition
and reset the panel. If the panel is not reset during this investigation phase, all notification circuits assigned
to the same zone as the initiating device will be activated upon expiration of the 180 second investigation
phase. If a second automatic fire detector is actuated during the alarm investigation phase, or any other
initiating device (such as manual alarm station) is actuated, all notification circuits assigned to the same zone
as the initiating device will be activated immediately.
A means has been provided to bypass this feature without re-configuring the panel. An input module
configured with the PAS INHIBIT function will disable this feature temporarily while the module is activated
and produce a trouble event. The module must be returned to its normal status to re-enable the positive
alarm sequence feature. This will clear the trouble event from the module actuation and restore the system
to normal operation.
3.1.8
SMOKE CONTROL OPERATION
When used for smoke-control, the CyberCat control panel serves as the single control point for the smoke-
control system. It shall coordinate activation of the smoke-control functions from the fire alarm control panel
and the Firefighter’s Smoke Control Station (FSCS), with the operation of the building HVAC systems and
dedicated smoke-control equipment. When the CyberCat control panel is used for Smoke-control, all smoke-
control functions shall take precedence over all other panel operations.
The smoke-control functions can be activated automatically or manually. Automatic activation of the smoke-
control system shall be initiated in response to signals received from a single smoke detector, heat detector,
waterflow switch, or a combination of these devices. Automatic activation shall have the highest priority over
all other sources of automatic control within the building. Manual activation and deactivation of the smoke-
control system is accomplished via smoke-control override switches. The override switches shall give the
responding firefighting personnel total control capabilities over the operation of the smoke-control system(s).
Override switches can be incorporated either into the CyberCat control panel or into the associated
Firefighter’s Smoke Control Station (FSCS). Each switch shall be clearly marked to indicate the smoke-
control zone and/or function served. Manual activation and deactivation shall have the highest priority over all
other sources of automatic or manual control(s) within the building.
3.1.9
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (ECS)
When used for Emergency Communication System (ECS) service, the CyberCat panel serves as the central
control point for the system. It will coordinate the activation and operation of both the In-Building Fire
Emergency Voice/Alarm Communication System (EVACS) and the In-Building Mass Notification System
(MNS), when both are utilized. Activation of ECS for EVAC or MNS operation can be initiated automatically
or manually at the fire alarm control panel (FACP), local operating consoles (LOC), or by using SLC input
devices configured for ECS operation.
Automatic activation
of the ECS system is initiated by the CyberCat based on the panel’s standard zone
and state relationships. Each amplifier can be programmed to play a single preset audio message through its
four speaker circuits based on the active state and zone. For example: When an alarm is detected, the
associated zone and state information is transmitted over the RS485 bus to each amplifier. If the amplifier
has been programmed to activate in response to the system event, the audio message assigned to the active
state is decompressed and played. Amplifiers not programmed to respond to the event will remain off unless
programmed to play either the default ALERT message or an alternate custom message. Each amplifier
holds its prerecorded messages and tones in a digital format on the board’s internal memory for playback.
