The FA147C Security System is a control panel designed to support a comprehensive security setup, accommodating up to 36 zones through a combination of basic hard-wired, wired expansion, and wireless connections, in addition to remote keypads.
Function Description
The FA147C serves as the central hub for a security system, managing various detection devices, user interactions, and communication with a central monitoring station. It offers robust programming capabilities, allowing for customization of zone types, alarm responses, and system features. Key functions include:
- Zone Management: Supports a mix of hard-wired and wireless zones for burglary, fire, and panic detection.
- Security Code Management: Allows for multiple user codes, including a Master code, secondary user codes, and a Duress code for silent alarm reporting.
- Alarm Output: Provides a 12VDC, 2 AMP output for external sounders, with options for steady output (burglary/panic) or temporal pulse sounding (fire notification), meeting UL requirements. It also includes current limiting circuitry for protection and provision for bell supervision.
- Communication: Supports various communication formats (4+2 Ademco Low Speed, 4+2 Radionics, 4+2 Ademco Express, Ademco Contact ID) for reporting events to a central station.
- Remote Access: With the optional FA4285 Phone Module, the system can be armed, disarmed, and relay outputs controlled via on-premises or off-premises phones.
- Paging Feature: Can be programmed to send code numbers to a pager for specific system conditions.
- Quick Arm/Chime: Offers "Quick Arm" for arming without a security code and "Chime by Zone" for selective chiming on faulted zones.
- Memory of Alarm Voltage Trigger: A 3-pin header provides a voltage trigger for an optional strobe light, remaining active until the system is disarmed.
- X10 Type Module Voltage Trigger: A 4-pin header serves as a voltage trigger for an optional X10 type module (PF284 or equivalent), requiring a relay module (4204 or 4229) for operation.
- Downloading/Uploading: The system can be uploaded, downloaded, or controlled via an IBM compatible computer using Windows downloading software and a HAYES modem.
Important Technical Specifications
- Zones: Up to 36 zones total.
- Basic Hardwired Zones (1-6):
- Response Time: 300-500 milliseconds (Zone 3 programmable for fast 10 milliseconds).
- Supervision: EOLR supporting N.O. or N.C. sensors.
- Fire Support: Can be programmed for fire, supporting multiple 4-wire smoke or heat detectors.
- Keypad Panics: Zones 95, 96, 99.
- Duress: Zone 8.
- Expansion Module Failure/Trouble: Zone 9.
- Wired Expansion (Optional): Up to 8 additional zones using 4219 or 4229 modules.
- Supervision: EOLR supporting N.O. or N.C. sensors.
- Response Time: 300-500 msec (normal), with an option for fast (10-15 msec) response on loop A (first expansion zone).
- Wireless Expansion (Optional): Up to 30 wireless zones (less if wired expansion zones are used). Requires a 5881 (or 5882 in Canada) series RF Receiver and 5800 series wireless transmitters.
- Receiver Models: 5881L/5882L* (up to 8 zones), 5881M (up to 16 zones), 5881H/5882H* (up to 30 zones). (*5882L/H for Canada only).
- Keypads: Up to 4 keypads.
- Fixed-Word Keypads: FA210KP, FA245KP, FA250KP.
- Alpha Keypad: FA550KP (2-line alphanumeric display) – required for programming from a keypad.
- Auxiliary Power Output: 12VDC, 500mA maximum, with current limiting circuitry. Interrupts for smoke detector reset.
- AC Power Supply: 1317 120VAC plug-in transformer, 16.5VAC 25VA output.
- Back-Up Battery: Rechargeable (Gel type) 12VDC, 4AH minimum (4AH or larger for UL installations).
- Relay Outputs (Optional): Up to 4 relays using a 4204 module, or up to 2 relays using a 4229 module.
- Memory: Programmed options stored in electrically erasable, non-volatile EEROM memory.
Usage Features
- Flexible Zone Configuration: The ability to mix and match hard-wired and wireless zones, along with different zone types (burglary, fire, panic), allows for tailored security solutions for various premises.
- Multiple User Codes: Supports a Master code, secondary user codes, and a Duress code, providing different levels of access and a discreet way to signal distress.
- Keypad Panic Functions: Dedicated panic keys on keypads (Zones 95, 96, 99) offer immediate emergency signaling.
- Alpha Descriptors: Assigning alpha descriptors to zones (with Alpha keypads or the FA4285 Phone Module) makes system operation more intuitive by providing clear text descriptions of zones.
- Quick Arm and Quick Chime: These features enhance user convenience by simplifying arming and chime control.
- Remote Control (with FA4285 Phone Module): Users can arm/disarm the system and control relays from any touch-tone phone, offering flexibility and remote management.
- Long Range Radio (Optional): Allows alarm messages to be reported to an Ademco 7720 PLUS or 7820 radio in addition to the primary telephone number, enhancing communication reliability.
- Output Relays: Programmable relays can respond to zone activity or manual keypad entries, enabling integration with other systems or devices (e.g., lighting, access control).
Maintenance Features
- EEROM Memory: Programmed options are stored in non-volatile EEROM memory, ensuring that settings are retained even during power loss, reducing the need for reprogramming after outages.
- Battery Backup: The system uses a rechargeable 12VDC battery to maintain operation during AC power failures, ensuring continuous security. The manual provides guidance on calculating the correct battery size.
- Bell Supervision: The option for bell supervision (by cutting a red jumper on the control board and using an EOL resistor) helps detect issues with the external sounder wiring.
- Auxiliary Power Output Protection: Current limiting circuitry on the auxiliary power output protects connected devices and the control panel from overcurrent conditions.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a troubleshooting guide to assist installers in diagnosing and resolving common system issues.
- Modular Design: The ability to add expansion modules (wired or wireless) and other peripherals (phone module, relay modules) allows for system upgrades and easy replacement of components if needed.
- Downloading Software: The system can be serviced and configured remotely via downloading software, which can streamline maintenance and updates.
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