Chapter 2: Front panel programming
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• In-suite signal silence applies only to output devices and NACs that are configured as
silenceable. It cannot be used in local alarm signaling applications.
• You cannot use a delay timer with in-suite correlation groups.
• 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 “Adding and removing panel
events” on page 87.
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 does not overwrite the previous CMS programming. However, the
restore panel defaults option in the program menu does change the CMS configuration.
To auto program a panel, see “Auto programming the panel” on page 68.
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. See “Performing incremental
programming” on page 74.
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 device is added or a
device is removed, the panel signals a “trouble active” event and indicates on the LCD that
there is an unconfigured device. The device can then be programmed and added to the
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