fp1100/1200/2000 network configuration guide

FP1100/1200/2000

Network ConfigurationGuide

Revision 6: May 2002

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FP2000 V6: Network Configuration Guide 1

CONTENTS

1. Scope.......................................................................................................................................................2

2. Introduction.............................................................................................................................................22.1 General...........................................................................................................................................22.2 Network overview...........................................................................................................................22.3 Why use a network card.................................................................................................................42.4 Communication mediums and topologies ......................................................................................42.5 Selecting a communication medium ..............................................................................................5

2.5.1 RS485 electrical medium................................................................................................52.5.2 Optical medium...............................................................................................................5

2.6 Combining optical and RS485 mediums........................................................................................62.7 Selecting a topology .......................................................................................................................6

2.7.1 General ...........................................................................................................................62.7.2 BUS topology ..................................................................................................................62.7.3 Dual bus topology ...........................................................................................................92.7.4 Node-to-node straight half-duplex topology..................................................................102.7.5 Ring half-duplex topology .............................................................................................122.7.6 Ring full duplex topology...............................................................................................13

2.8 Installing a network card...............................................................................................................142.9 RS485 cable type .........................................................................................................................172.10 Optical fibre type and connection .................................................................................................17

2.10.1 Handling and connecting optical fibre ...........................................................................172.10.2 Cable specification........................................................................................................172.10.3 Optical Power Budgets .................................................................................................18

2.11 RS232 medium ............................................................................................................................182.11.1 General .........................................................................................................................182.11.2 Restrictions ...................................................................................................................182.11.3 Connections ..................................................................................................................18

2.12 Network installation parameters...................................................................................................182.12.1 Node ID.........................................................................................................................182.12.2 Network operation mode...............................................................................................192.12.3 Port allocation ...............................................................................................................202.12.4 Data rate for the RS485/optical medium.......................................................................202.12.5 Baud rate for the RS232 medium .................................................................................202.12.6 Node relationship and fault reporting ............................................................................20

3. Networking a 1100/1200/2000 Series fire panel .................................................................................223.1 Network interface .........................................................................................................................223.2 Software configuration..................................................................................................................22

3.2.1 Node Identification ........................................................................................................233.2.2 Port set-up ....................................................................................................................233.2.3 Network communication ...............................................................................................233.2.4 Example........................................................................................................................24

3.3 Notes ............................................................................................................................................24

4. Networking local repeaters / global repeaters...................................................................................254.1 Model overview ............................................................................................................................254.2 RS485 network interface..............................................................................................................254.3 Software settings to be performed ...............................................................................................264.4 Emulation — Operating guidelines...............................................................................................26

4.4.1 Global repeater .............................................................................................................264.4.2 Local repeater ...............................................................................................................26

5. Practical example .................................................................................................................................27

Appendix A: RS232 connections...................................................................................................................30

2 FP2000 V6: Network Configuration Guide

1. SCOPE

This manual is a guide when installing and configuring the FP1100/1200/2000 network.

Other manuals available are:

Applicable Reference Guides

Applicable Installation and Commissioning Manual

Applicable End User Manual

2000 Series Sensors Installation Manual

Aritech 900 Series Devices Installation Manual

UN2011 Installation & Commissioning Manual

I/O Programming Guide

2. INTRODUCTION

2.1 GeneralThe FP1100/1200/2000 offers, as an option, unsurpassed networking capabilities with ARCNETusing optical or RS485 for rugged, reliable and peerless operation. Products from theFP1100/1200/2000 Series can be added and removed from the network, which allows for easyexpansion of the system.

Optical or RS485 nodes are available on the network for connection to Building ManagementSystems, Remote Maintenance, PC based Graphic Packages, Inter-panel I/O programming andRemote upload/download capability. In addition, serial ports can be configured to allow for directaccess to the network.

The following devices can be put on the network:

FP1100/12xx/2xxx Series fire panels FB2x00 Series black box panels FR20xx Series repeaters FR1200 Series repeaters UN20xx universal nodes

2.2 Network overviewThe network may best be described by referring to Figure 1, which depicts a typical network withits components.


Figure 1: A typical network


The following components/products are fully compatible with the network and can be includedwhen designing and configuring a system:

ANY FP1100/12xx/2xxx or FB2x00 SERIES FIRE PANEL (A)

(See Chapter 3)

ANY FR20xx SERIES REPEATER PANEL/EMULATOR (global and local) (B)

(See Chapter 3)

The repeaters/emulators display on their front panel the status of the fire panel(s). It also allowsall fire panel operations to be performed from the repeater.

ANY FR1200 SERIES REPEATER PANEL (C)

The repeater panel displays the status of the fire panel(s). It also enables some operations to beperformed on the fire panel(s).

(See Chapter 3)

UNIVERSAL NODE UN2011 (D)

The Universal Node provides an access point for external systems (such as computers) to theFP2000 ARCNET network. It also enables some operations to be performed on the fire panel(s).

(See UN2011 Installation & Commissioning manual)

2.3 Why use a network cardA network card is required if you want to interface FP1100/1200/2000 Series fire panels andFR1200, FR/GR20xx Series repeaters/emulators and/or UN2011 Universal nodes and otherblack box panels (FB2x00) to each other on a single network using optical and/or RS485electrical medium.

The FP1100/1200/2000 series of fire panels are supplied without a network card. The networkcards are supplied in kit form that includes all the necessary washers, nuts and spacers forproper mounting inside the panels. The FR/GR20xx range of repeater panels and all black boxpanels are normally supplied with the basic network card NC2011 (RS485).

Note: Every node on the network must have a network card installed.

Conversion between optical and RS485 mediums as well as a wide range of network topologiescan be implemented using network extension modules (NE2051-Optical or NE2011-RS485).These extension modules plug into the basic network card NC2011/2051.

2.4 Communication mediums and topologiesThe following communication mediums and topologies are supported:

Network Card Topology Supported ConversionProvided

RedundancyProvided

Medium

NC2011 Bus topology None No RS485

NC2011 withNE2011 networkextension module

Dual bus

Half-duplex – node-to-node straight(Repeater mode)

None

None

Yes

No

RS485

RS485


Network Card Topology Supported ConversionProvided

RedundancyProvided

Medium

Ring-half-duplex(Repeater mode) None Yes RS485

NC2051 Single node at end ofnetwork is possible

None No Optical


Full-duplex – node-to-node straight (Repeatermode)

Ring-full-duplex(Repeater mode)

None

None

No

Yes

Optical

Optical

N2051 withNE2011 networkextension module


Consult manufacturerfor topologies supported

Optical toRS485 andvice versa.

Consultmanufactureron specificapplicationandconfiguration

Optical andRS485

2.5 Selecting a communication medium

2.5.1 RS485 electrical mediumA network can be established using fully isolated RS485 drivers as the electrical medium. TheRS485 concept is a two-wire “multi-drop” system that allows for bi-directional communication athigh speed.

RS485 Medium is normally selected for the following reasons:

Advantages:

� Low cost compared with optical medium.

Disadvantages:

� Distance between nodes – 1.5 km (maximum).

� Maximum cable length – 1.5 km (bus and dual bus topology only).

� End-of-line termination resistors need to be used to match the cable characteristicimpedance to prevent reflections.

� Not as immune as optical fibre to noisy environments.

� The ring full-duplex topology is not supported.

� The number of nodes is limited to 32 (bus and dual bus topology only).

2.5.2 Optical mediumA network can also be established using optical fibre as a medium. Optical fibre is normallyselected for the following reasons:

Advantages:

� Greater distance between nodes - 1.7 km (maximum).


� High immunity against electrical noise

� The ring full-duplex topology is supported.

� The number of nodes can exceed 32.

Disadvantage:

� High cost when compared to RS485.

2.6 Combining optical and RS485 mediumsBy using the conversion options provided by the NE2011 (RS485) and the NE2051 (optical) youcan obtain the advantages of both the RS485 and optical mediums on a single network.

Note: Only the node-to-node straight half-duplex topology is supported if the conversionsare used. Consult the factory and/or supplier if you intend establishing a redundantnetwork with conversions.

Conversions can be used in the following typical applications:

Node distance > 1.5 km:

If the distance between two nodes on the network exceeds 1.5 km, use RS485 between nodesless than 1.5 km apart and optical fibre between the nodes that exceed 1.5 km to overcome theproblem.

High Noise Environment:

A specific part of the network is subjected to an electrical noisy environment that preventsRS485 communication from being reliable. You can solve the problem by converting only theexposed part to optical medium.

When the total cable length exceeds 1.5 km or number of nodes exceeds 32 but a lowcost network is to be established:

It is recommended to use the NC2011 with network extension card NE2011 in the node-to-nodestraight topology (repeater) mode if the total cable length exceeds 1.5 km or if the number ofnodes exceeds 32. Please note that the node-to-node distance must be less than 1.5 km. Thedisadvantage of using the repeater mode is that communication downstream from the repeaternode is lost if the node goes down.

The repeater mode is selected by means of a link on the NC2011 card.

2.7 Selecting a topology

2.7.1 GeneralThe term “Topology” is used to refer to a specific interface and communication scheme betweennodes on a network. Guidelines for selecting a topology to suit the application as well as theadvantages and disadvantages of a specific topology are given below.

2.7.2 BUS topology

2.7.2.1 MediumThe bus topology is supported by the NC2000 and the NC2011 network cards. It uses theRS485 two-wire bus electrical medium.


2.7.2.2 WiringNodes on the network are wired in a daisy chain where the bus enters and leaves each node.Two sets of three terminals are provided on each network card. In the bus topology mode onlyone set (channel A or B) is used. The number of nodes is limited to 32. Stub wiring is notrecommended. Screens of the RS485 line must be earthed at one point only. Terminals areprovided to terminate and to continue the screen of the cable. See Figure 2.

Figure 2: Daisy chained - Bus topology: Correct

1. Node (NC2011 card) 2. NE2011 (RS485 module)

Note: The screen of the cable must be continued between nodes using the terminalprovided on the card. It must be earthed at one point only through a link J2 on thecard. Stub wiring is not recommended. Refer to Figure 3.

Figure 3: Stub wiring: Incorrect wiring (Screen of cable not earthed on NE2011 module.)

1. Node (NC2011 card) 2. NE2011 (RS485-module)


2.7.2.3 Software configuration (See section 3.2)Provide all nodes with a unique identification number.

Configure all nodes to support the bus topology.

2.7.2.4 Bus terminationThe network two-wire bus must be terminated at each end with a resistor. The spare terminalsof the nodes at each end can be used. The value of the termination resistor must be equal to thecharacteristic impedance of the cable. Links are provided on network card for terminating into120 Ohm resistors. Resistors can be added in parallel (with the links not in place) if thecharacteristic impedance of the cable used is not 120 ohm. The characteristic impedance ofcable can vary quite substantially and must be taken into consideration when selecting cable fornetwork applications.

Beldin 9841 cable (recommended) R = 120 ohm

CAT5 cable (Telephone cable is not supported!) R = 100 ohm

Note: If the repeater mode is selected for a specific node then that node is considered tobe at the end of line and it must be provided with a termination resistor.

Figure 4: Bus termination

1. Node (NC2011 card) 4. Jumper J1 removed2. NE2011 (RS485 module) 5. End of line node (NC2011 card)3. Jumper J1 inserted

Note: Nodes at the end-of-line must be provided with an end-of-line resistor. This is donethrough jumper J1 on the board. The screen of the cable must be continuedbetween nodes using the terminal provided on the card. It must be earthed at onepoint only through the use of a link J2 on the card.

2.7.2.5 Why use the bus topologyThe bus topology is normally selected for the following reasons:

Advantages:

� It uses a two-wire bus and is easy to install.

� It is the lowest cost solution for providing a network


Disadvantages:

� It provides no redundancy for network communication.

� It is limited to a maximum of 32 nodes.

� Total cable length is limited to a maximum distance of 1.5 km.

2.7.3 Dual bus topology

2.7.3.1 MediumThe dual bus topology is only supported by the NC2011 network card fitted with a networkextension card NE2011. It uses both channels (A and B) of the RS485 two-wire bus electricalmedium.

2.7.3.2 WiringWiring the nodes on the network in a dual bus topology is identical to that in the bus topologydescribed in section 2.7.2 except that both channels A and B are used for redundancy purposes.

Figure 5: Dual bus topology

1. Node (NC2011 card) 5. Screen of channel B to be kept separately earthed andearthed at one point only.

2. Jumper J1 removed 6. Screen of channel A to be kept separately earthed andearthed at one point only.

3. NE2011 for Channel B connection (RS485 module) 7. Channel B4. NE2011 for Channel A connection (RS485 module) 8. Channel A

Note: The screen of the cable must be continued between nodes using the terminalprovided on the card. It must be earthed at one point only through the use of a linkJ2 on the card.

2.7.3.3 Software configuration (See section 3.2)� Provide all nodes with a unique identification number.

� Configure all nodes required to do redundancy supervision as dual bus topology.

� Configure all nodes not required to do redundancy supervision as bus topology.


2.7.3.4 Bus terminationBus termination for the dual bus topology is identical to that of the bus topology except that bothchannels must be supplied with termination resistors on end of line nodes.

Note: The repeater mode can not be selected if the dual bus topology is required. Therepeater link J1 must be removed from the card.

2.7.3.5 Why use the dual bus topologyThe dual bus topology is normally selected for the following reasons:

Advantages:

� It is the lowest cost solution for providing a network with redundancy (failure of onecommunication channel will not affect the operation of the network).

Disadvantages:

� It is a four-wire bus.

� It is limited to a maximum of 32 nodes.

� Total cable length is limited to 1.5 km except if a network amplifier is used.

2.7.4 Node-to-node straight half-duplex topology

2.7.4.1 MediumThe node-to-node straight half-duplex topology supports both the RS485 and the optical networkconfiguration. NE2011 (RS485) and NE2051 (Optical) modules can be used interchangeablebetween the different nodes. It uses both channels (A and B) of the RS485 two-wire buselectrical medium or two core optical fibre medium, depending on which NE20x1 module isbeing used.

2.7.4.2 WiringWiring of the nodes on the network in a node-to-node half-duplex topology is shown below.Please note that the repeater option must be selected on the network card through a jumper.Both channels A and B are used for repeat/amplify purposes.

Figure 6: Node-to-node straight half-duplex topology (RS485)

1. Node (NC2011 card) 4. NE2011 Channel B (RS485 module)

2. Jumper J1 inserted (Repeater mode) 5. Jumper J1 inserted

3. NE2011 Channel A (RS485 module) 6. Screen separately and earthed at one point only


Note: The screen of the cable between two nodes must be earthed at one point onlythrough the use of a link J2 on the card. Do not continue the screen betweenchannels A and B on any of the nodes (the channels are isolated). The screens areto be kept separately.

Figure 7: Node-to-node straight half-duplex topology (Optical)

1. Node (NC2051 card) 4. RX2. Jumper J1 inserted (Repeater mode) 5. TX3. NE2051 (Optical module)


� Configure all nodes to support the ring half-duplex topology.

2.7.4.4 Bus terminationConsider all channels as end-of-line nodes and should be terminated with end-of-line resistors(refer to bus topology).

Note: The repeater mode must be selected if the node-to-node straight half-duplextopology is required. This is done through a jumper on the network card.

2.7.4.5 Why use the node to node straight half-duplex topologyThis topology is normally selected for the following reasons:

Advantages:

� It is the lowest cost solution to overcome the following shortcomings of bus topology. (IfRS485 is used)

� Number of nodes can exceed 32.

� Total cable length of 1.5 km can be exceeded.

� High immunity to electrical noise. (If optical is used)

Disadvantages:

� No redundancy is provided.

� Node-to-node distance is limited to a maximum of 1.5 km.


� Communication downstream from a node is lost if a node goes down.

� High cost. (If optical is used.)

2.7.5 Ring half-duplex topology

2.7.5.1 MediumThe ring half-duplex topology is only supported by the NC2011 network card fitted with a networkextension card NE2011. It uses both channels (A and B) of the RS485 two-wire bus electricalmedium. It is identical to the node-to-node straight half-duplex topology except that the ring isclosed for redundancy.

2.7.5.2 WiringBoth channels A and B are used in the repeater mode and the ring is closed for redundancypurposes. Because the ring is closed a single break in communication will not influence theoperation of the network. All nodes are considered to be at the end of the line and to be providedwith terminating resistors. Please note that because the network card is used in the repeatermode the number of nodes on the network can exceed 32. The maximum total cable length of1.5 km can also be increased, but the node-to-node maximum distance of 1.5 km must not beexceeded.

Note: Select the repeater mode through a link on the network card if the ring half-duplexmode is used. Only one node on the network can be configured to ring half-duplex(master). Configure all other nodes as ring half-duplex. This effectively means thatonly the node selected and configured as ring half-duplex (master) can superviseand report on a single network fault (loss of redundancy). For details regarding thewiring of the ring half-duplex topology, refer to Figure 8.

Figure 8: Ring half-duplex topology

1. Node (NC2011 card) 4. NE2011 Channel B (RS485 module)

2. Jumper J1 inserted (Repeater mode) 5. Jumper J1 inserted

3. NE2011 Channel A (RS485 module) 6. Screen separately and earthed at one point only

Note: The screen of the cable between two nodes must be earthed at one point onlythrough the use of a link J2 on the card. Do not continue the screen betweenchannels A and B on any of the nodes (the channels are isolated). The screens areto be kept separately.



� Configure node required to do redundancy supervision as ring half-duplex (master)Topology.

Note: Only one node can be configured as ring half-duplex (master).

� Configure all nodes not required to do redundancy supervision as ring half-duplextopology.

2.7.5.4 Why use the ring half-duplex topologyThe ring half-duplex topology is normally selected for the following reasons:

Advantages

� It provides a network with redundancy (a single fault will not affect the operation of thenetwork).

� It is a two-wire system but return wiring is required to close the ring.

� Low cost except for return wiring

� The maximum cable length of 1.5 km as well as the maximum number of nodes (32)applicable to the bus and dual bus topologies can be exceeded because it operates inthe repeater mode.

� The node-to-node distance is limited to a maximum of 1.5 km.

Disadvantages:

� Return wiring is required to close the ring.

� Only the node configured as ring half-duplex master will supervise redundancy of thenetwork and will report accordingly. There can be only one ring half-duplex (master) onthe network.

2.7.6 Ring full duplex topology

2.7.6.1 MediumThe ring full-duplex topology is only supported by the NC2051 network card fitted with a networkextension card NE2051. It uses both channels (A and B) of the two core optical fibre medium.

2.7.6.2 WiringWiring of the nodes on the network in a ring full -duplex topology is shown below. Please notethat the repeater option must be selected on the network card through a jumper. Both channelsA and B are used for redundancy purposes.


Figure 9: Ring full duplex

1. Node (NC2051 card) 4. RX2. Jumper J1 inserted (Repeater mode) 5. TX3. NE2051 (Optical module)

Note: The repeater mode must be selected if the ring full-duplex topology is required.


� Configure all nodes required to do redundancy supervision as ring full-duplex topology.

� Configure all nodes not required to do redundancy supervision as ring full-duplextopology.

2.7.6.4 Why use the ring full-duplex topologyThis topology is normally selected for the following reasons:

Advantages:

� The number of nodes can exceed 32.

� Total node to node distance of up to 1.7 km is possible.

� High immunity to electrical noise.

� Redundancy is provided.

� All nodes can be configured as ring full duplex. This means that all nodes can supervisenetwork communication and can report a fault if redundancy is lost through a break incommunication.

Disadvantages:

� Return wiring is to be provided to close the ring.

� High cost.

2.8 Installing a network cardThe network card must always be positioned below the host power supply (PSH2000), locatedon the front panel of the repeater or fire panel. If more than one zone LED board is installed, thenetwork card can be positioned in the slot of the host power supply. In this position it plugs


directly into the host power supply. If only one zone LED board is installed then the network cardcan be positioned in the slot closer to the metal front plate. In this position it plugs directly intothe zone board (ZE2016/2064). Spacers are provided for both options. The following procedureis to be followed to mount the network card:

� Disconnect all power (batteries as well as mains power)

� Disconnect all jumpers

� Set jumpers - If necessary for the following:

Repeater mode: Node-to-node straight topology

Ring half-duplex topology

Ring full-duplex topology

Termination resistance

Earthing of wire screen

� Mount the network card. Pay attention to the arrangement of the nuts, bolts andspacers.

� Connect the RS485 lines or optical fibre.

� Connect power

� Configure the panel - see chapter 3.


Figure 10: Network interface and associated connection

1. Repeater mode selection 8. NC2051 (Optical)2. NC2011 (RS485) 9. Tx – Transmit A3. Jumper J1 –Termination end of line 10. Rx – Receive A4. Jumper J2 – Earth connection 11. Optical fibre connection channel A5. Channel A 12. Tx – Transmit B6. Channel B 13. Rx – Receive B7. Screen 14. Optical fibre connection channel B

Figure 11: NE2011 network extension module

1. NE2011 S. Screen (A-side: Not earthed B-side: Earthed)

T+. Termination (A-side: Not terminated,B-side: Terminated)


2.9 RS485 cable typeThe maximum cable length is determined by three factors:

� The data rate of the network

� The capacitance/Km of the cable (both core to core and core to shield)

� The loop resistance (core size ) of the cable

The maximum recommended length using Beldin 9841 cable or equivalent is 1500 m(1.5 km).

Twisted pair unshielded cable can be used in low noise environments, but is not recommended.

Specification: Single twisted pair with screen and earth drain

Capacitance: 41.7 pF/m core to core

75 pF/m each core to screen

Characteristic impedance: 120 ohm

Screens of the RS485 line must be earthed at one point only. Terminals are provided on networkcomponents to terminate and to continue the screen of the cable.

2.10 Optical fibre type and connection

2.10.1 Handling and connecting optical fibreParticles of dust or dirt will cause poor connector performance, and can damage the connectorsused. The use of proper handling and cleaning procedures is essential each time the connectoris used.

Dust Caps: All plugs and sleeves on the optical fibre cable and ARCNET boards are shippedwith dust caps. These caps should not be removed until immediately prior to use and should bereplaced immediately after use.

Sleeve Cleaning: Wipe the inside of the sleeve with a foam or cotton swab soaked in alcohol(electronic grade isopropyl). With light pressure twist the end of the swab against the inside plugtip. Immediately blow dry with clean compressed air.

Plug cleaning: Wipe the plug tip and ferrule with a lint-free tissue moistened with alcohol(electronic grade isopropyl), using a twisting motion. Immediately blow dry with cleancompressed air.

Connector mating:

� Clean the sleeve and plug immediately prior to mating. Inspect the plug carefully. If dustor lint particles are visible, clean it again.

� Carefully insert the plug into the sleeve, aligning the plug key with the slot in the sleeve.Push the plug into the sleeve only as far as it will go easily. Screw on the plug retaineruntil it is just finger tight.

2.10.2 Cable specificationConnector type: ST™


Fibre type: Duplex50/125 or62.5/125 or100/140

2.10.3 Optical Power Budgets

Fiber type Min. Optical Budget Typical Optical Budget Min. Loss required50/125um 4.2 dB 9.6 dB 0 dB

62.5/125um 8.0 dB 15 dB 1 dB

100/140um 13.5 dB 20.5 dB 6 dB

2.11 RS232 medium

2.11.1 GeneralA network can also be set up via the RS232 ports provided on the FP1100/1200/2000 range offire panels.

Typical applications are:

� Remote alarm reporting (via modem)

� Graphic package with only one fire panel

� Remote maintenance (via modem)

� Configuring panel (using “remote maintenance manager” software)

2.11.2 Restrictions� The maximum distance is limited (typically 12 m – RS232 Specification). Distance can

eventually be increased by means of line drivers.

� The connection is always point-to-point.

Networking via RS232 between two panels (universal node, repeaters and panels) is notrecommended; the “other” side should always be a PC or modem.

2.11.3 Connections� When a PC is connected, a crossed cable (“null-modem”) has to be used.

� When a modem is connected, a “straight” cable can be used.

For cable configurations, see Appendix A.

2.12 Network installation parameters

2.12.1 Node IDAll network devices must have a unique non-zero node identification address (ID) to be able tocommunicate with other network devices.

The node ID has the following structure: P/R (Panel number / Repeater number).


There are three different kinds of node ID’s:

1. Panel:

Node ID on which detectors are connected: FP2xxx

Structure: P/0 (second part is always 0)

2. Global repeater:

The node will repeat and in some cases emulate all other programmed panels on the network.

Structure: 0/R (First part always 0)

3. Local repeater:

The node will repeat and in some cases emulate only one panel on the network.

Structure: P/R

P: Panel ID it has to repeat

R: Number of repeater from panel P.

Examples:

� Fire panel 3: 3/0

� Global repeater 4: 0/4

� Local repeater 7 of fire panel 3: 3/7

2.12.2 Network operation modeThe maximum number of panels, local and global repeaters that can be put on the networkdepends on the operation mode.

There are three (3) modes:

15/15 (Default Setting)

Maximum 15 panels

Maximum 15 global repeater panels

Maximum 15 local repeater panels per panel

7/31

Maximum 7 panels



31/7

Maximum 31 panels



The number of nodes can never exceed 255 irrespective of the mode selected (excludingelectrical restrictions of the RS485 line).


2.12.3 Port allocationThe following ports are available for network purposes:

SER1: RS232 serial ports

SER2

ARC1: RS485/optical ports

ARC2

The ARC1/2 or SER1/2 ports on the devices can be allocated to the network communicationfunctions NET1/2.

None (default) No network communications

NET1 (normally used) All network communications set-up to NET1 willcommunicate via the selected port.

NET2 All network communications set-up to NET2 willcommunicate via the selected port.

Note 1: Not all of these ports are always available on a device; please refer to theappropriate section.

Note 2: Only one port can be allocated to NET1, only one port can be allocated to NET2.

2.12.4 Data rate for the RS485/optical mediumThe data rate must be the same for all panels on the network. The options are:

78 kbps

156 kbps (default)

312 kbps

625 kbps

1250 kbps

2.12.5 Baud rate for the RS232 mediumThe baud rate must be the same for the two devices that are communicating. The options are:

300 baud 4800 baud

600 baud 9600 baud

1200 baud 19200 baud

2400 baud 38400 baud

2.12.6 Node relationship and fault reportingA 2000 series panel can be configured to communicate with any number of other 2000 seriesfire panels, global repeaters and local repeaters as allowed by the network configuration. The1100/1200 series panels have limited networking capabilities.

A global repeater can be configured to communicate with any number of FP2000 fire panels andother global repeaters as allowed by the network configuration. The global repeater will not,however, communicate with local repeaters.


A local repeater can be configured to communicate with only one fire panel and not with globalrepeaters or other local repeaters.

For a specific panel to communicate with other panels, the status for each panel number mustbe set to one of the following (default is None):

NET1 check- communicate on NET1, fault warning enabled

NET1 no check- communicate on NET1, fault warning disabled

NET2 check- communicate on NET2, fault warning enabled

NET2 no check- communicate on NET2, fault warning disabled

“Fault warning enabled” means that when communication fails with that specific node, a fault willbe reported.


3. NETWORKING A 1100/1200/2000 SERIES FIREPANEL

3.1 Network interfaceFollow this procedure when setting-up a network:

1. Select the medium - RS485 or Optical

2. Select the topology required:

- Bus (RS485 only)

- Dual bus (RS485 only)

- Node-to-node straight half-duplex (Optical and/or RS485)

- Ring half-duplex (RS485 only).

- Ring full-duplex (Optical only)

3. Select the network card required (NC2011 (RS485) or NC2051 (Optical))

4. Install the network card. See section 2.8.

5. Select the network extension card required (NE2011 (RS485) or NE2051 (Optical))

6. Install the network extension card.

7. Set jumpers - if necessary for the following:

- J2 link inserted for: Node-to-node topology

Ring half-duplex

Ring full-duplex

Note: Link J2 is situated on the network card and is not to be confused with the link J2 onthe extension module

- J1 link inserted on the extension modules for end of line termination (nodes at endof line RS485 only).

- J2 link inserted on the extension module to earth the screen of the wire (whererequired).

8. Connect the optical fibre or RS485 lines – see Chapter 2 for wiring a topology. Take specialcare with optical fibre - see section 2.10.

3.2 Software configurationEach fire panel, global repeater or local repeater on a network must be configured as describedbelow.


3.2.1 Node IdentificationSet up the maximum configuration and node ID of each panel under the menu:

System / Configuration / ID

The node ID consists of two digits: panel number / repeater number (p/r)

The field “Panel” confirms the fire panel number. This is also shown on line 8 of the display: P:p.For global repeaters the word “Panel” becomes “G-Repeater” and line 8 displays G:r. For localrepeaters the display is “L-Repeater” and line 8 displays L:p/r.

The ‘Max. Config.’ field shows the maximum number of panels and repeaters (global or local)that can be configured (see also section 2.13.2).

3.2.2 Port set-upWhen using the RS485/Optical medium, allocate the ARC1 port to NET1 or NET2 (default isNone), under the menu System / Configuration / Communication / Port Set-up.

The options are:

None (default)- No network communication

NET1 (normally used)- All network communications set-up to NET1 will talk via the ARCNETcard

NET2- All network communications set-up to NET2 will talk via the ARCNETcard

The baud rate should be the same for all panels.

After the port set-up is completed, the red LED on the network card should come on steady (ifthere is more than one node enabled on the network).

When the RS232 medium is used, NET1 or NET2 should be allocated to the SER1 or SER2port.

Under the Menu System / Configuration / Communication / Port Set-Up / Topology allocatethe required topology to the port:

� Bus

� Dual bus

� Ring half-duplex

� Ring half-duplex master

� Ring full-duplex

Note: The topology ring half-duplex master can be allocated to only one node on a ringhalf-duplex topology network. The node allocated to ring half-duplex master willsupervise redundancy regarding communication and will report a fault ifredundancy is lost.

3.2.3 Network communicationThe communication between nodes on the network should be enabled under the menu System/ Configuration / Communication / Network. In each node, enable the node with which thisnode has to communicate (NET1 or NET2) and define fault warnings (check - no check).


3.2.4 Example

Figure 12: Network example

1. Network 1

ID: 1/0 0/1 2/0Port: ARC1=net1 ARC1=net1 ARC1=net1Network: P2:net1 no check* P1:net1 check P1:net1 no check

G1:net1 check** P2:net1 check G1:net1 check

* Panel 1 will not give a fault when communication fails with panel 2 (the same has beenprogrammed on panel 2).

** Panel 1 will give a fault when communication fails with the global repeater (0/1) (the samehas been programmed on panel 2).

3.3 NotesThe FP1100/1200/2000 Series fire panels are delivered without a network card. The networkcard NC2011 (RS485), NC2051 (Optical) as well as network extension modules NE2011(RS485) and NE2051 (Optical) must be ordered as a separate product.


4. NETWORKING LOCAL REPEATERS / GLOBALREPEATERS

4.1 Model overviewNine repeater models are available:

1. FR1200No zone LED’s / 240 Vac / mini housing / no internal printer option / no emulation possible

2. FR2000No zone LED’s / 240 Vac / mini housing / no internal printer option / full emulation possible

3. FR2016Zone LED’s (maximum 16) / 24 Vdc / small housing / internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

4. GR2016Zone LED’s (maximum 16) / 240 Vac / small housing / internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

5. FR2032Zone LED’s (maximum 32) / 24 Vdc / small housing / no internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

6. GR2032Zone LED’s (maximum 32) / 240 Vac / small housing / no internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

7. FR2064Zone LED’s (maximum 64) / 24 Vdc / large housing / internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

8. FR20128Zone LED’s (maximum 128) / 240 Vac / small housing / no internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

9. FR20255Zone LED’s (maximum 255) / 240 Vac / large housing / internal printer optional / full emulationpossible

All models have the ARCNET based NC2011 on board.

All of these models can be configured as a local or global repeater. When configured as a localrepeater, the LED’s (if present) will repeat the zones of the panel; when configured as a globalrepeater, two options will be available:

i. the LEDs will act as panel LEDs i.e. every panel on the network will have its own fire and faultLED on the repeater. (Global Panel Repeater)

ii. the LEDs will act as zone LEDs i.e. every panel on the network will have its own zone range,and all zones will be individually indicated on the repeater. (Global Zone Repeater)

4.2 RS485 network interface(See section 2).


4.3 Software settings to be performed(See section 3.2).

4.4 Emulation — Operating guidelines

4.4.1 Global repeaterAny fire, fault or conditions present on any fire panel on the network that is configured tocommunicate with the global repeater will be indicated by the LED's and/or displayed by the LCDon the global repeater. When stepping through the events on the global repeater the events ofany fire panel or global repeater will be displayed in historical order.

Any fire panel on the network that is configured to communicate with the global repeater can beemulated from the global repeater. This is done from the panel key on the front of the repeater.Press the panel key followed by the number of the panel to be emulated. While emulating a firepanel, the ID of that panel will be displayed on the global repeater (bottom right corner). Theemulated panel treats any keys pressed during emulation as if pressed on its own front panel.To exit from emulation, enter panel 0 after pressing the panel key. If a time-out (no key pressedfor 10 minutes) occurs or if the communication to the panel goes down, the global repeater willterminate the emulation mode.

All the fire panels on the network can be controlled simultaneously from the global repeater. Thisis done by using the ‘ALL’ key on the front of the repeater. Use this key followed by the controlkey required.

If the network goes down, the global repeater indicates panel faults and the fire panels eachindicate a global repeater fault (if fault warning is enabled). Once the network is restored, all thefault indications will disappear.

4.4.2 Local repeaterAny fires, faults or conditions present on a fire panel will be indicated on the local repeater that isconfigured to communicate with this panel. All control keys on the local repeater are treated as ifpressed on the fire panel.

The fire panel can be emulated from the local repeater. By pressing the panel key, the localrepeater will start emulating the fire panel and the ID of the fire panel will be displayed on thelocal repeater (bottom right corner). The emulated panel treats any keys pressed duringemulation as if pressed on its own front panel (including the control keys). To exit fromemulation press the panel key again. If a time-out (no key pressed for 10 minutes) occurs or ifthe communication to the panel goes down, the local repeater will terminate the emulationmode.

If the network goes down, the local repeater indicates a panel fault and the fire panel indicates alocal repeater fault (if fault warning is enabled). Once the network is restored, all the faultindications will automatically disappear.


5. PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

The 2 local repeaters are intended to repeat/emulate fire panel 1.

Note: Numbers in brackets indicate the device number.

Figure 13: RS485 network


The following table lists all network parameters to set-up this configuration:

Device

parameter

1

FP2416

2

FR2000

3

FR2064

4

FR2032

5

UN2011

6

FP2864

7

FP2416

Nodeidentification

1/0 1/1 1/2 0/1 0/2 2/0 3/0

Operationalmode

15/15 15/15 15/15 15/15 15/15 15/15 15/15

Biasing for 6 nodes for 6 nodes for 6 nodes for 6 nodes for 6 nodes for 2 nodes for 2 nodes

Linetermination

no no no yes no yes yes

Data rate 156 kbps 156 kbps 156 kbps 156 kbps 156 kbps 156 kbps 156 kbps

Portallocation

ARC1=NET1

ARC1=NET1

ARC1=NET1

ARC1=NET1

none ARC1=NET1

SER1=NET2

ARC1=NET1

SER1=NET2

Programming on network nodes for NET1:

Program

ON

P1

1/0

P2

2/0

P3

3/0

L : 1/1

1/1

L : 1/2

1/2

G1

0/1

G2

0/2

Device 1FP2864

NET1no check

NET1no check

NET1check

NET1check

NET1no check

NET1 no check

Device 7FP2864

NET1no check

NET1no check

NET1no check

NET1 no check

Device 8FP2416

NET1no check

NET1no check

NET1no check

NET1 no check

Device 2FR2000

NET1 check Notsupported

Notsupported

Notsupported

Not supported

Device 3FR2064

NET1 check Notsupported

Notsupported

Notsupported

Not supported

Device 4FR2032

NET1 check NET1 check NET1 check NET1 check

Device 5UN2011

PC control PC control PC control PCcontrol

Note: (related to this programming table):

- The panels are not reporting network faults from each other. However, inter-panel I/O ispossible because of the “NET1 no check” option.

- The panels are reporting if their local repeater (if installed) is off line, but not if the globalrepeater is off line.

- The globals are reporting all faults, even local repeater faults (via the panel itself)

- The global repeater (Device number 4) will report if the universal node goes down.

Programming on network nodes for NET2 of device number 7:


(Node ID of PC = global repeater 4)

Program

ON

G4

0/4

device 7

FP2864

NET2

Check

Programming on network nodes for NET2 of device number 8:

(Node ID of PC = global repeater 1)

Program

ON

G5

0/5

device 8

FP2416

NET2

check


APPENDIX A: RS232 CONNECTIONS

V3.xx or higher: CABLE CONNECTION FP1100/1200/2000 < ---- > PC NULL - MODEMCABLE

Signal DB9(FP2000) DB25 (FP2000) DB25(PC) DB9(PC) Signal (female) (female) (female) (female)

TXD 3 2 2 3 TXD

RXD 2 3 3 2 RXD

RTS 7 4 4 7 RTS

CTS 8 5 5 8 CTS

DSR 6 6 6 6 DSR

DTR 4 20 20 4 DTR

DCD 1 8 8 1 DCD

RI 9 22 22 9 RI

GND 5 7 7 5 GND

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