Chapter 2: Front panel programming
34 Vigilant VS1 and VS2 Technical Reference Manual
• No special hardware is required.
• In-suite signal silence is required by Ontario Building Code 3.2.4. For instructions
on programming in-suite signal silence in a typical system, see “Programming in-
suite signal silence” on page 83.
Programming modes
You can choose from three levels of program automation: Auto programming,
incremental programming, or advanced programming. These are discussed in the
following sections.
Auto programming
The Auto Program command is used to automatically configure the control panel and
remote annunciators from their respective front panels.
Auto programming replaces the existing project database with a default project
database based on the hardware configuration that it detects. The default project
database configures the system as a general fire alarm system that activates all
notification appliance circuits when any fire alarm input is activated.
Auto programming can also be used as a first step, to be followed by some advanced
programming to customize individual settings. The Auto Program command lets you
choose:
• Automatic zone assignments
• The event notification level to use
• Manual or automatic device and zone labeling during auto programming
• The base Follow option for relay and sounder bases
• CMS network and dialer options
Note: Auto programming a previously programmed system, overwrites the current
configuration.
To auto program a panel, see “Auto programming the panel” on page 56.
Incremental programming
The Incremental Program command is used to make changes to a panel that has
already been programmed. Incremental programming lets you add and label devices
and zones in the existing database without affecting any other settings. Incremental
programming is typically used to add or remove an additional loop of devices or a
large number of devices to the system. See “Performing incremental programming”
on page 64.
The Unconfigured Alarm command is used to add an additional device or several
devices to a system without using the Incremental Program command. When a new
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