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Autronica BS-320 - User Manual

Autronica BS-320
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Interactive Fire Alarm System
Release 3
System Program Version 3.3.0
Operator's Handbook
Fire Alarm Control Panel, BS-310 / 320 /
Operator Panel BS-330
Protecting life, environment and property...
ASAFE-FO/FE Rev. E, 021105
www.ukpanels.com

Table of Contents

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Autronica BS-320 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAutronica
ModelBS-320
CategoryFire Alarms
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1 About the Handbook

Explains the purpose and scope of the handbook for operating the AutroSafe system.

1.2 The Reader

Defines the intended audience and necessary basic understanding for using the handbook.

1.3 Reference Documentation

Lists other related handbooks and documents available from Autronica Fire and Security.

1.4 Components

Lists and describes the main components of the AutroSafe Interactive Fire Alarm System.

2. The Operator Panel - Overview

2.1 Introduction

Introduces the operator panel and its role in displaying and handling events.

2.2 Indication Devices

Details the various indicators (LEDs and symbols) on the operator panel and their meanings.

2.3 The Menu Display

Explains the layout and content of the menu display, including its windows and fields.

2.4 Operating Buttons

Details the function of the panel's various buttons: front push, alphanumeric, and utility.

2.5 Internal Buzzer

Describes the internal buzzer, its activation conditions, and silencing methods.

3. Operation Mode

3.1 Introduction

Explains the two main operating modes: Operation Mode and Menu Mode.

3.2 Conditions in Operation Mode

Lists the possible system states (conditions) in Operation Mode.

3.3 Alarm Levels

Describes different levels of alarm signals: Fire Alarm, Fire Warning, and Prealarm.

3.4 Access Levels

Details the four access levels for user interface controls, their remedies, and descriptions.

3.5 How Events are Presented in the Display

Explains how events, like fire alarms, are displayed on the panel.

3.6 How to View Points In Alarm

Guides on selecting zones in alarm and viewing specific points within them.

3.7 How to View Detailed Zonal Information

Explains how to access detailed information for selected zones in alarm state.

3.8 Action Digits in Operation Mode

Describes special action digits appearing in the display for operator actions.

3.9 Resounding the Internal Buzzer

Explains how the internal buzzer resounds after being muted.

3.10 Resounding Fire Alarm Devices

Details how to manually resound alarm zones and fire alarm devices.

3.11 Resetting the System

Explains the procedure for resetting the system after an alarm.

3.12 Alarm Disablement (AlarmDisable)

Describes the process for disabling alarms and points in alarm state.

3.13 Suppressed Information

Explains how to reveal suppressed information on the display.

3.14 Disablement Sources

Lists and describes various sources for disabling system components.

3.15 Alarm Handling - A Typical Situation

Describes the typical phases involved in handling a fire situation.

3.16 Different Types of Detection Zones

Explains various types of detection zones and their response characteristics.

4. About In the Event ofÖ.

4.1 Introduction

Introduces subsequent chapters that deal with different events that may occur.

5. In the Event of a Fire Alarm

5.1 Indications in the Event of a Fire Alarm

Details the visual and audible indications on the operator panel during a fire alarm.

5.2 Actions to be Taken in the Event of a Fire Alarm

Outlines the step-by-step procedure and actions to take during a fire alarm event.

6. In the Event of a Fire Alarm - with Alarm Delay

6.1 Indications - Fire Alarm with Alarm Delay

Explains the indications on the operator panel for fire alarms with an active delay.

6.2 Actions to be Taken - Fire Alarm with Alarm Delay

Outlines the steps and actions to take during a fire alarm with an alarm delay.

7. In the Event of a Fire Warning

7.1 Indications in the Event of a Fire Warning

Details the indications on the operator panel for fire warnings (prealarm/early warning).

7.2 Actions to be Taken in the Event of a Fire Warning

Outlines the steps and actions to take when a fire warning occurs.

8. In the Event of Faults

8.1 Indications in the Event of Faults

Describes the indications on the operator panel when faults occur in system components.

8.2 Actions to be Taken in the Event of Faults

Outlines the steps and actions to take when faults are detected in the system.

9. Menu Mode

9.1 How to Enter Menu Mode

Explains how to access the Menu Mode from operation or idle state.

9.2 The Menu Mode Display

Describes the display interface and information fields in Menu Mode.

9.3 Buttons Used to Operate the Menu

Explains how to use keypad, ENTER, and CLOSE buttons for menu navigation.

9.4 Action Digits in Menu Mode

Details the special action digits available for performing actions in Menu Mode.

9.5 How to Operate in Menu Mode

Guides on how to navigate and select options within the menu system.

9.6 Example - How to Disable Detection Zones

Provides a step-by-step example of disabling detection zones via the menu.

10. Show Status

10.1 Introduction

Introduces the Show Status menu accessed from the main menu.

10.2 Show Status Menu

Displays the hierarchical structure of the Show Status menu options.

10.3 Show Status - Fire Alarms

Shows detailed information on the current status of fire alarms in the system.

10.4 Show Status - Fire Warnings

Shows detailed information on the current status of fire warnings (prealarms).

10.5 Show Status - Faults

Shows detailed information on the current status of faults within the system.

10.6 Show Status - Disablements

Shows detailed information on the current disablement status of system components.

10.7 Show Status - Detection Zones in Test

Shows the status of detection zones that are currently in test mode.

10.8 Show Status - Oil & Gas Inhibited Points

Shows the status of Oil & Gas inhibited points within the system.

10.9 Show Status - Activated Outputs

Shows detailed information on the current status of activated outputs.

11. Disabling

11.1 General

Provides general information on disabling system components and disablement time.

11.2 Disable Menu

Outlines the structure and options available within the Disable menu.

11.3 Indications on the Operator Panel

Explains panel indications and display messages when disablements are active.

11.4 Disabling Activated; Deactivated Components

Details the effect of disabling active vs. deactivated components.

11.5 Disabling Detection Zones

Explains how to disable detection zones and the impact on points within them.

11.6 Disabling Points

Explains how to disable individual points (detectors, call points) and their effect.

11.7 Disabling Fire Alarm Devices

Explains how to disable Fire Alarm Devices (FADs) and their impact on indications.

11.8 Disabling Fire Alarm Routing Equipment

Explains how to disable Fire Alarm Routing Equipment (FARE) and its effect on signals.

11.9 Disabling Outputs

Explains how to disable outputs controlling Fire Protection Equipment (FPE).

11.10 Disabling Fault Warning Routing Equipment

Explains how to disable Fault Warning Routing Equipment (FWRE).

11.11 Disabling Immediate Output Actioning

Explains how to disable immediate output actioning for delays in detection zones.

11.12 How to Execute Commands from the Disable Menu

Guides on executing commands, such as disabling detection zones, from the menu.

12. Enabling

12.1 General

Provides general information on enabling system components.

12.2 Enable Menu

Outlines the structure and options available within the Enable menu.

12.3 Enabling Activated; Deactivated Components

Details the process of enabling components and their system state.

12.4 Enabling Detection Zones

Explains how to enable detection zones and the effect on points within them.

12.5 Enabling Points

Explains how to enable individual points and their impact on zone status.

12.6 Enabling Fire Alarm Devices

Explains how to enable Fire Alarm Devices (FADs) and their impact on output.

12.7 Enabling Fire Alarm Routing Equipment

Explains how to enable Fire Alarm Routing Equipment (FARE).

12.8 Enabling Outputs

Explains how to enable outputs controlling Fire Protection Equipment (FPE).

12.9 Enabling Fault Warning Routing Equipment

Explains how to enable Fault Warning Routing Equipment (FWRE).

12.10 Enabling Immediate Output Actioning

Explains how to enable immediate output actioning for detection zones.

12.11 How to Execute Commands from the Enable Menu

Guides on executing commands, such as enabling detection zones, from the menu.

13. System Menu

13.1 Introduction

Introduces the functions available to authorized personnel via the System Menu.

13.2 System Menu

Shows the hierarchical structure of the main System Menu options.

13.3 How to Set; Change Date and Time

Guides on setting and changing the system's date and time.

13.4 How to View Current Program Version

Guides on how to view the current program version and related information.

13.5 How to Enter Access Level 3; Set Password

Guides on entering Access Level 3 and setting or changing the system password.

13.6 How to Feed Paper

Guides on how to feed paper using the printer function.

13.7 How to Change Language

Guides on how to change the panel's language locally.

13.8 How to Initialize the Fire Alarm System

Guides on how to manually initialize the fire alarm system.

13.9 Day; Night Timers

Covers starting, stopping, and overriding automatic Day/Night operations.

14. Service Commands

14.1 Introduction

Introduces service commands and the required access level (3).

14.2 Service Menu

Shows the submenus available within the Service Menu: Test, Log, Loop Commands, Oil & Gas Inhibit.

14.3 Testing

Details testing procedures for Detection Zones, Outputs, and Output Controls.

14.4 Event Recording - Log Menu

Explains the Log Menu for recording and reviewing system events.

14.5 Loop Commands

Details commands for managing system loops: Clear, Disable, and Enable.

14.6 Oil & Gas Inhibit

Explains how to inhibit points for Oil & Gas applications.

15. Appendix

15.1 Terms and Abbreviations

Defines key terms and abbreviations used throughout the manual.

15.2 Zonal Definitions

Defines system zones: Detection Zone (DZ), Alarm Zone (AZ), and Operation Zone (OZ).

15.3 Action Digits Table - Operation Mode

Lists action digits and their corresponding functions in Operation Mode.

18. Readers Comments

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