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Autronica AutroSafe Maritime Gas Detection User Manual

Autronica AutroSafe Maritime Gas Detection
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116-P-BS420MG/XGB, Rev. E, 2019-12-10, Autronica Fire And Security AS
System Description and
Operation
AutroSafe Maritime Gas Detection

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Autronica AutroSafe Maritime Gas Detection Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAutronica
ModelAutroSafe Maritime Gas Detection
CategorySecurity System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 About the Handbook

Overview of the document's content, purpose, and key sections.

1.2 The Reader

Defines the intended audience for this technical handbook.

1.3 Reference Documentation

Lists related technical documentation and their part numbers.

2. Terms, Abbreviations/Acronyms and Definitions

3. Brief Introduction

4. General Description

4.1 AutroSafe Maritime Gas Detection

Describes the topology and key aspects of the gas detection system.

4.2 Distributed System Topology

Explains the distributed nature of panels and the AutroNet network.

4.2.1 System Architecture

Details the Ethernet-based network solution and panel connections.

4.2.2 AutroNet

Explains the AutroNet network solution and its requirements.

4.2.3 AutroFieldBus

Describes the AutroFieldBus for connecting devices and modules.

4.3 Response Time

Details the system's response time for alarms.

4.4 Configuration

Explains the use of the AutroSafe Configuration Tool.

4.5 Communication to External Systems

Covers communication protocols like Modbus and AutroCom.

4.5.1 Modbus Protocol Communication for C&E Data to Control System

Details Modbus RTU/TCP/IP for system communication.

4.5.2 AutroSafe AutroCom Protocol

Describes AutroCom, Autronica's proprietary communication protocol.

4.6 PowerLoop (BSD-340)

Explains the PowerLoop for interfacing gas detectors.

4.7 Detectors and Field Devices

Discusses various types of gas detectors and interfaces.

4.7.1 Gas Detectors

Details IR point and Toxic gas detectors.

4.7.1.1 IR Point HC Gas Detectors

Describes AutroPoint HC detectors with self-test.

4.7.1.2 Toxic Gas Detectors

Explains AutroTox detectors using 4-20mA interface.

4.7.1.3 Other 4-20 mA units

Covers connecting third-party 4-20mA transmitters.

4.8 PowerLoop Driver BSD-340

Details the function and features of the BSD-340.

4.8.1 Description

Explains the BSD-340 as a protocol converter.

4.8.2 Overview

Provides a visual overview of the BSD-340 connections.

4.8.3 Connections

Notes polarity for AutroFieldBus and PowerLoop.

4.8.4 Earthing and Shielding

Specifies requirements for cable earthing and shielding.

4.8.5 Capacity / Limitations

Lists the maximum detectors and power limits.

4.9 AutroPoint Maritime Gas Detectors

Describes AutroPoint HC300PL and HC-200 detectors.

4.10 PowerLoop 4-20 mA Input Unit BN-342

Details the BN-342 interface unit for third-party detectors.

4.10.1 Description

Explains the BN-342 as a general purpose interface.

4.10.2 Versions

Lists different versions of the BN-342 unit.

4.10.3 Overview

Shows a diagram of the BN-342 connection.

4.10.4 Connection – Current Source

Illustrates the current source connection for BN-342.

4.10.5 Connection – Current Sink

Illustrates the current sink connection for BN-342.

4.11 Outputs

Covers programmable outputs for alarms and signals.

4.11.1 Programmable Digital Outputs in Panel (BSJ-310 Module)

Describes digital outputs for hardwired signals.

4.11.2 Programmable EOL Monitored 24VDC Outputs (BSB-310)

Explains monitored 24VDC outputs for horns and beacons.

4.12 Inputs

Details input modules for digital and controlling inputs.

4.12.1 BSE-310

Describes the BSE-310 input module with four monitored inputs.

4.12.2 BSE-320

Describes the BSE-320 input module with eight non-monitored inputs.

4.13 AutroMaster Application/Description

Explains AutroMaster for remote monitoring and control.

5. Gas Functionality

5.1 Inhibit Point

Describes how to inhibit points and their effect on alarms.

5.2 Set Alarm Limits

Explains how to change gas detector alarm limits.

5.3 Get Measurement Values

Details how to retrieve analogue measurement values.

5.4 Support for Common Trouble Output

Explains the common trouble output functionality.

5.5 Support for Gas Detectors (4-20 mA input)

Covers support for 4-20 mA input gas detectors.

5.6 Language

States that panels are English only for gas market.

6. Panel Overview

6.1 Introduction

Introduces panel types and their functions.

6.1.1 Panel Variants

Differentiates between operator and information panels.

6.1.2 Indication Devices

Describes the panel indicators and their states.

6.2 Maritime Gas Panel

Details the functions and sections of the Maritime Gas Panel.

6.3 Repeater Panel BU-BV-420

Explains the functions of the repeater panel in system/info modes.

6.3.1 System Mode

Describes repeater panel operation in system mode.

6.3.2 Information Mode

Describes repeater panel operation in information mode.

6.4 Loop Panels

Covers System Loop Panel and Information Loop Panel.

6.4.1 System Loop Panel BU-110

Details the functions of the System Loop Panel.

6.4.2 Information Loop Panel BV-110

Details the functions of the Information Loop Panel.

6.5 The Menu Display

Describes the characteristics of the menu display.

6.6 Adjusting the Display Contrast

Explains how to adjust the display contrast.

6.7 Indication Devices

Explains panel indicators and their meaning.

6.7.1 Upper Section

Details indicators in the upper section of the panel.

6.7.2 The Operator Section (lower left section)

Explains indicators in the operator section of the panel.

6.8 Operating Buttons

Describes the various buttons on the operator and repeater panels.

6.8.1.1 Front Push Buttons

Explains the function of front push buttons.

6.8.1.2 Utility Buttons

Explains the function of utility buttons.

6.8.1.3 Alphanumeric Keyboard

Describes the alphanumeric keyboard layout and keys.

6.8.1.4 Manoeuvre Buttons

Explains the function of manoeuvre buttons.

6.8.2 Information Panel

Details the buttons on the Information Panel.

6.9 Internal Buzzer

Explains the internal buzzer functionality and patterns.

6.9.1 Maritime Gas Panel BS-420MG

Lists conditions that activate the buzzer on BS-420MG.

6.9.2 Repeater Panel BU-BV-420 (system/information mode)

Lists conditions for BU-BV-420 buzzer.

6.9.3 System Loop Panel BU-110

Lists conditions for BU-110 buzzer.

6.9.4 Information Loop Panel BV-110

Lists conditions for BV-110 buzzer.

7. Operation Mode

7.1 Introduction

Explains the two modes of the operator panel: Operation and Menu.

7.2 Conditions in Operation Mode

Lists system conditions in Operation Mode.

7.3 Alarm Levels

Describes different alarm levels for gas detectors.

7.4 Access Levels

Details the four access levels for user interface controls.

8. Menu Mode

8.1 How to Enter Menu Mode

Explains how to access the Menu Mode.

8.2 The Menu Mode Display

Describes the display layout in Menu Mode.

8.3 Buttons Used to Operate the Menu

Lists buttons used for menu navigation and operation.

8.4 Action Digits in Menu Mode

Explains action digits used in Menu Mode.

8.4.1 Introduction

Introduces the concept of action digits.

8.4.2 Action Digits Table

Provides a table of action digits and their uses.

8.5 How to Operate in Menu Mode

Guides on navigating and selecting options in Menu Mode.

9. Menu Structure

10. Show Status

10.1 Introduction

Explains how to access the Show Status menu.

10.2 Show Status Menu

Shows the hierarchical structure of the Show Status menu.

10.3 Show Status - Alarms

Provides detailed status information on system alarms.

10.4 Show Status – Alarm Warnings

Details the status of alarm warnings (prealarms/early warnings).

10.5 Show Status - Faults

Shows the current status of system faults.

10.6 Show Status - Disablements

Provides status on system disablements and components.

10.7 Show Status - Detection Zones in Test

Displays information on zones currently in test mode.

10.8 Show Status – Activated Outputs

Shows detailed information on activated outputs.

10.9 Show Status - Active Sensors

Notes that this is not applicable for Maritime Gas.

10.10 Show Status - Inhibited Points

Provides detailed information on inhibited points.

11. Disabling

11.1 General

Lists components that can be disabled via the menu.

11.2 Disable Menu

Illustrates the structure of the Disable menu.

11.3 Indications on the Operator Panel

Explains how disablements are indicated on the panel.

11.4 Disabling Activated / Deactivated Components

Describes the effect of disabling active/deactivated components.

11.5 Disabling Detection Zones

Details how to disable detection zones and their time limits.

11.6 Disabling Points

Explains how to disable individual points (detectors).

11.7 Disabling Fire Alarm Devices

Describes disabling audible/visual indicators and alarm circuits.

11.8 Disabling Fire Alarm Routing Equipment

Explains disabling FARE and its impact on fire brigade signals.

11.9 Disabling Outputs

Details disabling outputs controlling Fire Protection Equipment.

11.10 Disabling Fault Warning Routing Equipment

Explains disabling FWRE and its impact on fault signals.

11.11 Disabling Carriers

Describes disabling carriers and their subunits.

11.12 Disabling Immediate Output Actioning

Explains disabling immediate output actioning for delays.

12. Enabling

12.1 General

Lists components that can be enabled via the menu.

12.2 Enable Menu

Illustrates the structure of the Enable menu.

12.3 Enabling Activated / Deactivated Components

Explains enabling components and their activation state.

12.4 Enabling Detection Zones

Details enabling detection zones and points within them.

12.5 Enabling Points

Explains enabling individual points (detectors).

12.6 Enabling Fire Alarm Devices

Describes enabling audible/visual indicators.

12.7 Enabling Fire Alarm Routing Equipment

Explains enabling FARE and its impact on alarm signals.

12.8 Enabling Outputs

Details enabling outputs controlling Fire Protection Equipment.

12.9 Enabling Fault Warning Routing Equipment

Explains enabling FWRE and its impact on fault signals.

12.10 Enabling Carriers

Describes enabling carriers and their subunits.

12.11 Enabling Immediate Output Actioning

Explains enabling immediate output actioning for alarms.

13. System Menu

13.1 Introduction

Outlines the functions available in the System Menu.

13.2 System Menu

Shows the hierarchical structure of the System Menu.

13.3 How to Enter Access Level 3 / Set Password

Guides on entering Access Level 3 and setting passwords.

13.4 How to Change Language

Explains how to change the panel language locally.

13.5 How to Initialize the System

Describes manual system initialization procedures.

13.6 Cancel Inhibited Points

Explains how to globally cancel inhibited points.

13.7 Day / Night Timers

Covers starting/stopping and overriding day/night operations.

14. Service Commands

14.1 Introduction

Introduces service commands and access level requirements.

14.2 Service Menu

Lists the submenus available within the Service Menu.

14.3 Testing

Allows testing of detection zones and outputs.

14.3.1 Testing Detection Zones

Describes how to test detection zones.

14.3.1.1 Indications on the Operator Panel

Explains panel indications during zone testing.

14.3.1.2 Entering Test Mode

Guides on setting detection zones to test mode.

14.3.1.3 Leaving Test Mode

Procedure for exiting test mode for detection zones.

14.3.2 Testing Outputs

Covers testing various types of outputs.

14.3.2.1 Manual Test ON

Explains initiating manual tests for outputs.

14.3.2.3 Manual Test ON- Fire Alarm Routing Equipment (FARE)

Details testing Fire Alarm Routing Equipment.

14.3.2.4 Manual Test ON- Fault Warning Routing Equipment (FWRE)

Details testing Fault Warning Routing Equipment.

14.3.2.5 Manual Test ON - Other Outputs

Details testing other types of outputs.

14.3.2.6 Manual Test OFF

Explains how to terminate ongoing output tests.

14.3.2.7 Manual Test OFF- Fire Alarm Devices (audible and visual indicators)

Procedure to terminate tests for Fire Alarm Devices.

14.3.2.8 Manual Test OFF - Fire Alarm Routing Equipment (FARE)

Procedure to terminate tests for Fire Alarm Routing Equipment.

14.3.2.9 Manual Test OFF - Fault Warning Routing Equipment (FWRE)

Procedure to terminate tests for Fault Warning Routing Equipment.

14.3.2.10 Manual Test OFF – Other Outputs

Procedure to terminate tests for other outputs.

14.4 Event Recording – Log Menu

Covers event recording and log setup options.

14.4.1.1 Events

Overview of recorded events and their detailed information.

14.4.2 The Log Setup Menu

Details options for setting up the log menu.

14.5 Loop Commands

Commands for disabling and enabling loops.

14.5.1 Disable Loop

Procedure to disable a single loop.

14.5.2 Enable Loop

Procedure to enable a single loop.

14.6 Report

Notes that reporting is not applicable for Maritime Gas.

14.7 Upgrade

Covers system software and configuration upgrades.

14.7.1 Upgrade SW

Allows upgrading the system software version.

14.7.2 Upgrade Config

Allows upgrading the system configuration.

14.7.3 Export Config

Exports system configuration to a USB stick.

14.7.4 Export Log

Exports system log to a USB stick.

14.7.5 View Upgrade Status

Views the status of upgrade and export operations.

14.7.6 Reboot System

Reboots all panels in the entire system.

14.8 Remote Access

Allows remote access to service functions via Ethernet.

14.9 Dual Safety

Notes that Dual Safety is not applicable for Maritime Gas.

15. Gas Commands

15.1.1 Inhibit Point

Allows inhibiting points, affecting alarm signaling.

15.1.2 Cancel Inhibit Point

Allows cancelling all or selected inhibited points.

15.1.3 Set Alarm Limits

Allows changing gas detector alarm limits for Low/High Alarm.

15.1.4 Get Measurement Values

Allows retrieving measurement values from gas detectors.

16. Troubleshooting

16.1.1 Examples of Fault Messages

Lists common fault reasons and their applicability to BN-342.

17. Appendix

17.1.1 PowerLoop, BSD-340, Gas Detection Loop

Provides a typical connection diagram for the PowerLoop.

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