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Andover Controls Corporation i
Infinity Smoke Control Guide
Electronic Version
Controlling Tomorrow’s World
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Andover Controls Infinity Specifications

General IconGeneral
Communication ProtocolsBACnet, Modbus
Input Voltage24 VAC/DC
Operating Temperature32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Memory1MB RAM
I/O OptionsUniversal Inputs
Controller TypeBuilding Automation System (BAS) Controller

Summary

The Fundamentals of Smoke Control

Understanding Types of Smoke Control Systems

Explains the two main types of smoke control systems: dedicated and nondedicated.

Using Pressure to Control Smoke

Details the basic concept of using air pressure differentials to confine and vent smoke.

Creating Smoke Zones

Discusses dividing a building into smoke control zones for effective smoke containment.

Smoke Control vs. Fire Control Systems

Compares the goals and operational differences between smoke and fire control systems.

Designing a Smoke Control System

Outlines the steps and factors involved in designing a smoke control system.

Devising a Smoke Control Strategy

Explains how to develop a smoke control strategy for each zone in a building.

Determining the Amount of Pressure Needed

Covers factors like ceiling height and sprinkler systems affecting required pressure.

Separating Zones

Explains the use of smoke barriers like walls, floors, and ceilings for zone separation.

Selecting Dampers

Details requirements for smoke dampers, including UL standards and operational speed.

Choosing Fans and Duct Work

Discusses considerations for selecting fans and ductwork for smoke control systems.

Positioning Air Inlets and Outlets

Addresses critical placement of air inlets and outlets to prevent smoke recirculation.

Employing Dedicated Smoke Control Systems

Explains the use of dedicated systems for specific zones like stairtowers.

StairTowers

Details the design and operation of dedicated smoke control systems for stairtowers.

Ensuring Doors Can Be Opened

Provides guidance on allowable pressure differentials across doors for safe egress.

Controlling Pressure in a Stairtower

Explains compensated and non-compensated systems for stairtower pressure control.

Elevators

Discusses challenges and considerations for smoke control in elevator shafts.

Detecting Smoke

Covers the role of fire control systems and detectors in initiating smoke control.

Configuring and Monitoring a Smoke Control System

Explains system priorities, manual overrides, and monitoring via the FSCS.

Firefighter’s Smoke Control Station (FSCS) Overview

Manual Overrides and Controls

Details the manual controls and override capabilities of the FSCS panel.

Status Indicators

Describes the meaning of various indicator lights on the FSCS panel.

Other FSCS Features

Covers additional features like Master Key, Clear Faults, and Lamp Test buttons.

FSCS Design Guidelines

Specifies requirements for custom-building an FSCS panel to meet project needs.

Infinity Smoke Control System Components

Smoke Control System Overview

Provides a block diagram and explanation of how system components connect.

CX9200 Controller

Details the central controller's functions, features, and connectivity.

SCX920 S Controller

Describes the SCX920S controller's capabilities for equipment and damper control.

TCX840 Series Controllers

Explains the TCX840 series controllers used for smaller equipment like VAV boxes.

TCX850 Series Controllers

Details the TCX850 series controllers for equipment requiring fewer I/O points.

TCX860 Series Controllers

Covers TCX860 series controllers with built-in motor/gear for damper control.

TCX865 Series Controllers

Describes TCX865 series controllers with built-in motor/gear for damper control.

EnergyLink 2500

Explains the network hub for the EnergyNet network and its media interface modules.

Infilink 200

Details the repeater and network expander for the Infinet network.

Infilink 210

Describes the fiber optic repeater for the Infinet network.

The FSCS

Covers the Firefighter’s Smoke Control Station, its purpose, and features.

Manual Overrides for FSCS

Details the manual controls that override system equipment and their priority.

FSCS Status Indicators

Explains the meaning of status indicator colors and their corresponding states.

Other FSCS Features and Controls

Covers additional FSCS features like Master Key, Clear Faults, and Lamp Test.

FSCS Design Guidelines

Provides specifications for building an FSCS to meet system requirements.

The Fire Panel

Describes the Fire Panel's role in detecting alarms and communicating with the system.

RS-232 Communications with Fire Panel

Details how to connect the Fire Panel to the CX9200 using RS-232.

Zoned Wiring for Fire Panel

Explains the alternative Zoned Wiring method for connecting the Fire Panel.

Installation and Layout

Installing the CX9200

Provides instructions for mounting and wiring the CX9200 and its peripherals.

Cable Limitations for CX9200

Specifies length and conduit requirements for RS-232 cables connected to the CX9200.

CX9200 Communication Port Assignments

Recommends port assignments for FSCS, Infinet, User Terminal, and Fire Panel.

Isolating Energynet Controllers

Explains how to electrically isolate CX9200s using Energylink 2500 for system stability.

Installing Infinet Controllers

Covers mounting and wiring for Infinet controllers and repeaters.

Smoke Control Requirements for Infinet Controllers

Details specific requirements when using Infinet controllers in smoke control systems.

SCX920 S Smoke Control Requirements

Outlines requirements for SCX920S in dedicated and non-dedicated smoke control applications.

TCX840 and TCX850 Series Installation

Covers transformer requirements and wiring for TCX840 and TCX850 series.

TCX860;865 Series Installation

Details transformer requirements and wiring for TCX860/865 series.

Infilink 200 Installation

Specifies cable length and conduit requirements for Infilink 200 RS-232 ports.

Infilink 210 Electrical Isolation

Explains using Infilink 210 to electrically isolate Infinet controllers for smoke control.

Installing the FSCS

Provides guidance on mounting the FSCS panel.

FSCS Location and Access

Discusses requirements for FSCS location, access, and physical design considerations.

Inside the FSCS

Shows typical internal components of an FSCS panel.

FSCS Field Wiring Terminals

Details the required field connections for installing an FSCS.

AC Power Wiring for FSCS

Explains how to connect the AC input voltage to the FSCS terminals.

RS-232 Communication Port Wiring for FSCS

Details how the CX9200 connects to the FSCS via RS-232.

Zoned Alarm Contact Wiring (Optional) for FSCS

Describes connecting a Fire Panel to the FSCS using Zoned Wiring.

The Q-Card Processor PCB in FSCS

Explains the function of the Q-Card processor for FSCS communications and controls.

Installing the Fire Panel

Refers to manufacturer documentation for Fire Panel installation and wiring.

Configuring the System

Logging on to the CX9200

Step-by-step guide to accessing the CX9200 system via the Infinity window.

Using the Command Window

Explains how to interact with the system using commands and the main menu bar.

Main Menu Bar Navigation

Details selections in the Main Menu Bar (View, Edit, Connect, Logout) and their functions.

Command Window Usage

Describes entering commands directly to the smoke control system.

Using the Menus

Summarizes keystrokes for navigating Infinity system menus and attributes.

Logging Off the CX9200

Instructions on how to log off the CX9200 system.

Assigning Security Levels to Users

Describes how to assign users, set passwords, and define security levels.

Setting the System Date and Time

Explains how to set the system date and time across the Infinity system.

Configuring the Commports

Details the configuration of the CX9200's four communication ports.

Configuring COMM1 for the FSCS

Specifies settings for COMM1 to interface with the FSCS.

Configuring COMM2 for Infinet

Details settings for COMM2 to connect to the Infinet Network.

Configuring COMM3 for User Terminal

Outlines default settings for COMM3 as a user terminal.

Configuring COMM4 for the Fire Panel

Explains how to configure COMM4 for Fire Panel communication using Xdrivers.

Loading an Xdriver for Fire Panel

Describes the procedure for loading Xdriver files for Simplex or Edwards panels.

Creating and Editing Points

Explains how to create and edit system points (variables).

Creating an Input;Output Point

Details defining attributes like type, electrical type, and channel number for I/O points.

Creating a Numeric Point

Describes creating numeric points, which can be used for various system variables.

Creating an Xdriver Point

Explains creating Xdriver points to get alarm and status info from the Fire Panel.

Creating and Editing Files

Covers creating and editing system files like Programs, Functions, and Data files.

Creating a Program

Details the process of creating a new program or editing an existing one.

Smoke Control Programs

Example Smoke Control System

Presents a block diagram of a sample smoke control system for a four-story building.

CX9200 Programs

Lists and describes programs, functions, and data files used by the CX9200.

Programs for Communicating with the FSCS

Details programs for updating FSCS LEDs and reading override switches.

PilotLights Program

Updates FSCS LEDs and override numerics with Infinet controller point values.

LampPointMap Data File

Maps CX9200 numerics to the corresponding LED numbers on the FSCS.

OutputLampString Function

Formats strings sent to the FSCS to update LEDs and the horn.

DecodeSwitches Function

Processes strings from FSCS override switches and sets CX9200 numerics.

FSCS_Interface Program

Controls the RS-232 interface between the CX9200 and the FSCS.

Programs for Verifying Equipment Operation

Includes functions to check communication status and detect equipment failures.

NetStatus Function

Checks the communication status of Infinet controllers.

PlantFaultCheck Function

Determines if fans and dampers reach desired states within NFPA 92A time limits.

Programs for Smoke Control

Covers programs related to smoke control actions and system responses.

HornControl Program

Controls the state of the FSCS audible annunciator based on system events.

ClearFaults Program

Clears all faults when the FSCS Master Key is ON and CLEAR FAULTS is pressed.

FireAlarmCheck Function

Determines zones for smoke control and sets FSCS Alarm LEDs based on Fire Panel inputs.

SmokeSelfTest Program

Runs a weekly self-test on dedicated controllers to verify operation.

Programs for Controlling the System

Describes the main sequencing program and initialization routines.

Main Program

The primary sequencing program that calls other functions and programs.

FirstAid Program

Initializes the system after errors or system time changes.

Controlling the Smoke Dampers

Details how SMKDMPRS (SCX920S) controls smoke dampers on specific floors.

SMKDMPRS (SCX920 S) Overview

Responsible for controlling smoke dampers on floors 2, 3, and 4.

OVR_Check Function for Dampers

Checks if any damper outputs are overridden.

DAMPER_Control Program

Controls the state of smoke dampers based on overrides, smoke, or HVAC modes.

Controlling the Air Handling Units

Explains how SCX920S controls fans and dampers in Air Handling Units.

AHU1 (SCX920 S) Control

Details AHU1 control for floor 1, used for HVAC and smoke control.

OVR_Check Function for AHU1

Checks if any outputs of AHU1 are overridden.

AHU_Control Program for AHU1

Controls the state of AHU1's fans and dampers.

AHU2 (SCX920 S) Control

Details AHU2 control for floors 2, 3, and 4, used for HVAC and smoke control.

OVR_Check Function for AHU2

Checks if any outputs of AHU2 are overridden.

AHU_Control Program for AHU2

Controls the state of AHU2's fans and dampers.

Controlling the Stairwell Fan

Explains how TCX853 controls the stairwell fan for smoke control.

AHU3 (TCX853) Stairwell Fan Control

Details the control logic for the stairwell fan based on system conditions.

AHU_Control Program for AHU3

Controls the state of the stairwell fan based on overrides and smoke conditions.

Controlling the VAV Terminals

Details control of VAV dampers for different floors using TCX controllers.

Flr2 TCX (TCX840) VAV Control

Explains VAV damper control for Floor 2 based on system states.

VAV_Control Program for Flr2 TCX

Controls the VAV damper on Floor 2 according to smoke and HVAC modes.

Flr3 TCX (TCX851) VAV Control

Explains VAV damper control for Floor 3 based on system states.

VAV_Control Program for Flr3 TCX

Controls the VAV damper on Floor 3 according to smoke and HVAC modes.

Flr4 TCX (TCX861) VAV Control

Explains VAV damper control for Floor 4 based on system states.

VAV_Control Program for Flr4 TCX

Controls the VAV damper on Floor 4 according to smoke and HVAC modes.

System Operation

FSCS Operation

Provides generic operating instructions for the FSCS based on example configurations.

The MASTER KEY for FSCS

Explains the function of the MASTER KEY keyswitch on the FSCS panel.

Fan Overrides and Indicators on FSCS

Describes fan controls, override switches, and status/fail indicators on the FSCS.

Damper Overrides and Indicators on FSCS

Details damper controls, override switches, and open/closed/fail indicators on the FSCS.

Zone Alarm Indicators on FSCS

Explains the ALARM indicator and override switch for each smoke control zone.

Controller Status Indicators

Describes status indicators on Infinet controllers like FAULT and OVERRIDE LEDs.

CX9200 Controller Status Indicators

Details status indicators on the CX9200, including SCAN, ERROR, and programmable LEDs.

SCX920 S Controller Status Indicators

Lists status indicators for the SCX920S, including CPU, TD, RD, OVERRIDE, and +24V.

TCX840, TCX850, and TCX860 Series Status Indicators

Describes status indicators for TCX series controllers, primarily CPU status.

Infilink 200 and Infilink 210 Status Indicators

Details status indicators for Infilink devices, including Power and Port LEDs.

Other FSCS Controls

Covers additional FSCS controls like CLEAR FAULTS and LAMP TEST pushbuttons.

The FSCS Operating Instructions Sheet

Summary of FSCS indicators and controls for framing and adjacent mounting.

The Weekly Self-Test

Explains the weekly self-test procedure for dedicated controllers and failure handling.

Communicating with the System

Guides on checking status, making changes, and troubleshooting via the CX9200 user interface.

The Command Window for Communication

Details using the Command window for system investigation and program backup.

Printing Point Values

Shows how to print current values of points and system variables using the 'Print' command.

Modifying Point Values

Explains how to change point values directly from the Command window.

Enabling and Disabling Points and Files

Describes how to halt or restart programs and control point updates for debugging.

Printing or Modifying Infinet Controller Points

Details methods for accessing Infinet controller points via path name or direct connection.

Saving and Loading System Data

Explains how to save system configuration and reload programs from a file.

The View Pulldown Menu

Describes how to view system messages, points, inputs, outputs, and other data.

Appendix A: Fire Panel Event Tables

Appendix B: Points for System in This Manual

Appendix C: FSCS Protocol

Appendix D: Manuals for the Smoke Control System

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