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GE Interlogix FP1500

GE Interlogix FP1500
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Analogue Addressable
Fire Panels
FP1500
Manual for Installation,
Configuration and
Commissioning
Version 2.1 / November 2003

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GE Interlogix FP1500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelInterlogix FP1500
CategoryFire Alarms
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Contents of the package

Describes items included and not included in the fire panel package.

Glossary of symbols

Explains symbols used throughout the manual for warnings and notes.

The FP1500 analogue system

Overview of the FP1500 system's technology, features, and versions.

Safety precautions and warnings

Key safety advice and warnings for installing and operating the system.

The FP1500 Analogue Fire Panel

Description of the control panel

Visual diagram identifying keyboard and main board components.

Access levels and authorization codes

Explains security levels and required codes for panel operation and configuration.

Features and functions

Details features of the control panel and its RS485/RS232 ports.

Installation of the System

Installation tools

Lists tools required for panel installation and sensor configuration.

Panel positioning

Guidelines for selecting an optimal location for the fire panel.

Fixing the fire panel to the wall

Step-by-step instructions and recommendations for mounting the panel.

Selecting a language

Procedure for choosing and setting the panel's display language.

Electrical connections and cables

Details on connecting power, loops, sounders, relays, and optional elements.

Mounting optional elements

Instructions for installing optional components like the RS485 IC.

System Configuration

Basic configuration

Guide to initial system setup via the control panel or PC.

Configuration with advanced options

Covers network setup, modem, Ethernet, and firmware version changes.

Graphics software

Description of PC software for managing and controlling the fire detection system.

Commissioning of the System

Checking the system

Pre-power up checks for correct installation and connections.

System power up

Steps for safely powering up the control unit and initial configuration.

Operational tests

Procedures for testing the system's functionality after configuration.

Troubleshooting guide

Lists common faults and their solutions, including Earth faults and communication errors.

Maintenance

Daily Maintenance

Routine checks for the control unit's operational status.

Monthly Maintenance

Periodic testing of call points and alert elements.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the control unit.

Quarterly Maintenance

Inspection of entries, battery connections, and equipment functions.

Annual Maintenance

Comprehensive system checks, component inspection, and battery testing.

Technical Specifications

Mechanical specifications

Details on enclosure dimensions and weight.

Loop outputs

Specifications for loop voltage, current, length, resistance, and cable.

Sounder output

Details on sounder outputs, supervision, and recommended cable.

Relay Output

Information on voltage-free auxiliary relays and their specifications.

Auxiliary 24 V output

Specifications for the auxiliary 24V DC output.

Serial ports

Details on RS232 and RS485 port capabilities and recommended cables.

Power supply

Information on mains voltage, tolerance, and input.

Power fuses

Lists the types and ratings of fuses used in the system.

Consumption on standby

Power consumption details when the unit is on standby.

Current on alarm

Power consumption details when the unit is in alarm state.

Battery charger

Specifications for the battery charger's output.

Alphanumeric screen

Description of the LCD screen's features.

Number of alarm zones per control unit

Information on zone indicators.

Access codes

Details on user-definable access codes and default settings.

Applicable Standards

Optional requirements of the EN54-2:1997

Lists optional requirements related to indication, controls, and outputs.

Auxiliary functions not required in the EN54-24

Describes functions beyond EN54-2/4 standards like auto-search and zone configuration.

Appendix: Addresses of Modules

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