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Operating Instructions
MEW01623
Revision -
Fire Alarm System EBL128
V2.0.x
Author: Jan Pettersson
Date of issue: 2013-10-09
Date of rev:

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Panasonic EBL128 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelEBL128
CategorySecurity System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to EBL128 Operating Instructions

Definitions and Explanations

Alarm Point Definition

Unit that generates a fire alarm, e.g., detector or manual call point.

Conventional Detector Definition

Detector with two statuses (normal or fire alarm) connected to a zone line.

Addressable Unit Definition

Unit with built-in address for individual identification and handling.

COM Loop Definition

Cable connecting addressable Panasonic COM loop units, forming a closed loop.

Site Specific Data (SSD) Definition

Installation-unique data programmed via EBLWin, including alarm texts and outputs.

Software (SW) Definition

Software that makes the EBL128 microprocessor work; can be upgraded.

System Overview

EBL128 Control and Indicating Equipment

Description of the EBL128 as an intelligent fire alarm Control and Indicating Equipment.

EBLWin PC Software

Details of the EBLWin PC software for programming and commissioning.

Control & Indicating Equipment Components

Fire Brigade Panel (FBP) Function

Role of the FBP for fire brigade personnel to view alarm and system status.

Control Panel (CP) Function

Role of the CP for system communication, tests, and maintenance.

LED Indicators and Push Buttons

Fire Brigade Panel (FBP) LED Indicators

Details of LED indicators on the FBP for alarm and system status.

Fire Brigade Panel (FBP) Push Buttons

Description of push buttons on the FBP for controlling system functions.

Control Panel (CP) LED Indicators

Details of LED indicators on the CP for system status.

Control Panel (CP) Keypad Functions

Description of keypad buttons on the CP for system operation and access.

Normal Operation

EBL128 Display Functionality

Description of the EBL128 LCD display and its information presentation.

EBL128 LCD Backlight

Details on the EBL128 LCD backlight operation and power saving.

LCD Information Priority Order

Table showing the priority order of events and alarms displayed on the LCD.

User Access Levels and Permissions

Silence Alarm Devices

Silence Alarm Devices (Inside Switch)

Functionality of the 'Silence Alarm devices' button (P3) for disabling alarm devices.

New Zealand FB Silence Switch (Outside)

Operation of the external key switch for silencing alarm devices.

Disable Re-enable Alarm Devices

Buzzer Operation and Silencing

DisableRe-enable Outputs

Evacuate, Alert Annunciation, and Disable Functions

Evacuate Function

Activates all sounders (alarm devices) to turn ON steady.

Alert Annunciation Acknowledge

Acknowledges an Alert Annunciation alarm, similar to AA units.

Disable Function

Disables all zones in fire condition.

German Functions and Units

German Push-button Functions

Describes functions of German push-buttons like 'ÜE prüfen' and 'Brandfall Steuerungen ab'.

German Indication Functions

Explains indications like 'Brandfall Steuerungen ab' and 'Akustische Signale ab' on German panels.

German Control Functions

Details on the buzzer behavior and 'ÜE ab' button for routing equipment.

German Output Disablements

Information on output disablements and their display in c.i.e. and FAT.

Door Open Status and Control

Door Open LED Indicator

Indication of the 'Door open' status via LED (L10).

Routing Equipment Outputs on Door Open

Behavior of Fire brigade tx and Fault tx outputs when the door is open.

Buzzer Silence on Door Open

Functionality to silence the buzzer when the EBL128 door is open.

Technical Address and Presentation Number

Technical Address for COM Loop Units

Usage of technical address for programming COM loop units and identifying faults.

Presentation Number Format

Format of presentation numbers (NN-NN) for identifying alarm points and zones.

Alarm Types

Pre-warning Alarm Type

Alarm triggered at a lower level than fire alarm for early detection.

Fire Alarm Types and Presentation

Details on fire alarm types, activation, and display presentation in EBL128.

Key Cabinet and Quiet Alarms

Covers key cabinet alarms and quiet alarms used for fan control.

Alarm Reset Procedures

Pre-warning and Alert Annunciation Reset

Procedures for resetting pre-warning and alert annunciation alarms.

Fire Alarm Reset Procedures

Methods for resetting fire alarms: All, Single, and Single with auto-disablement.

Other Alarm Resets

Reset procedures for coincidence, heavy smoke/heat, key cabinet, quiet alarms, and AAF.

Fault Handling

Fault Messages List

Comprehensive alphabetical list of all possible fault messages and their causes.

Fault Acknowledgment Procedure

Steps for acknowledging faults, including using menus and LEDs.

Commissioning an EBL128

SSD Programming and Download

SSD Programming and Auto-Generation

Methods for programming and auto-generating Site Specific Data (SSD).

SSD Download Process

Steps for downloading the programmed SSD into the EBL128 unit.

Alarm Text Download

Procedure for downloading custom alarm texts to the EBL128 display.

Software (SW) Download

EBL128 Software (SW) Download

Procedure for upgrading the EBL128 software via EBLWin.

Software Version Downloads

Instructions for downloading earlier software versions or to display units.

Restart Procedures

EBL128 Restart Procedures

Explanation of different restart types (cold/warm) and their effect on data.

Boot Menu Operation

Accessing and using the Boot menu for restart or memory erase.

Accessing System Menus

Perform Monthly Test (H1)

Disable or Re-enable Functions (H2)

Zone and Address DisableRe-enable

Procedures for disabling and re-enabling zones and specific alarm points.

Output and Alarm Device Control

Steps to manage outputs, alarm devices, and routing equipment for disablement.

Alarm Device and Routing Output Management

Managing alarm devices and routing equipment outputs for disablement and re-enablement.

Alert Annunciation Function Control

Procedure for disabling and re-enabling the alert annunciation function.

Set Calendar and Clock (H3)

Set System Calendar and Clock

Procedure for setting the system date, time, and weekday.

Daylight Saving Time Configuration

Settings for automatic daylight saving time changes based on convention.

Present System Status (H4)

System Disablements Status

View disablements applied to zones, addresses, and outputs.

Sensor Value Monitoring

Displaying sensor values, performance factors, and algorithms.

Service and Technical Warnings

Information on sensors needing service and system technical warnings.

Event Log and Version Information

Accessing the event log and viewing software/firmware version and alarm counter.

Service Functions (H5)

Output Calibration and Fault Detection

Calibrating supervised outputs and enabling sensitive fault detection mode.

COM Loop Service Modes

Using service mode for COM loop communication and display statistics.

System Data Display and Configuration

Displaying current consumption, statistics, and site-specific data.

Address Setting Mode

Activating address setting mode for Display Units (DU) connected to RS485.

Fault Acknowledge (H6)

Perform ZONE TEST (Test Mode) (H7)

Maintenance Procedures (H8)

Loop and Zone Input Maintenance

Procedures for disconnecting and reconnecting COM loops and zone line inputs.

Service Signal and Sensor Restore

Acknowledging service signals and restoring sensor values to default.

Alarm Device Test and System Shutdown

Testing alarm devices and performing a safe shutdown of the control unit.

ZoneAddress and Output Activation

Manually activating zones/addresses in alarm mode and activating outputs.

Interlocking Outputs and Inputs (H9)

Interlocking OutputsInputs Status and Activation

Viewing activated interlocking outputs/inputs and activating them.

Interlocking Output Control Procedures

Resetting, disabling, and re-enabling interlocking outputs.

Change Password (H10)

Annual Control Procedures

Battery Maintenance Guidelines

Avoiding Unnecessary Fire Alarms

Revision History

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