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General| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Model | Firetracker FT128 |
| Category | Security Sensors |
| Language | English |
General description of the manual and its scope, referencing other documents.
Explains terms and abbreviations used throughout the operation manual.
Describes the FT128 as a microprocessor controlled Fire Detection Control and Indicating Equipment.
Discusses different software versions and the ability to update control unit software on site.
Describes the intended uses and target installations for the FT128 intelligent control unit.
Lists the technical specifications, approvals, and connectivity of the FT128 system.
Outlines the system's operational limitations and capacities, including number of points and outputs.
Describes the physical layout, cabinet, and basic configuration of the FT128 FDCIE unit.
Details the components and indicators on the FT128 front panel, including Fire Brigade Panel and Control Panel.
Describes the I/O matrix board as an interface for various application boards and its capabilities.
Details the fan control module designed to meet Australian standard AS1668.2.
Explains the zone control module for disabling and indicating zones, and fault indication.
Details the standard BROOKS OWS display and control layout for audible and visual warning.
Describes the external termination board and its connections for additional relay contacts.
Describes the design and sizes of the new 19” rackmount FT128 cabinets according to industry standards.
Details various ancillary modules for COM loop display and control, offering flexibility.
Manages user accounts, passwords, and defines access levels for system operation.
Explains how to gain access to menus using user names and passwords.
Defines different access levels and their corresponding menu permissions.
Details accessible menus for 'Building officer' (Level 2B) after logging in.
Lists menus accessible to 'Service personnel' (Level 3A) for system maintenance.
Covers changing user passwords and Web-server access passwords via menu or software.
Explains the use of technical addresses for programming units and identifying faults.
Describes how presentation numbers identify alarm points, zones, and are used for disablement.
Details the function of the internal 'Silence alarm devices' button for NZ convention.
Describes the operation of the external fire brigade Bulgin key switch for silencing alarms.
Explains when the FT128 built-in buzzer sounds and how to silence it using buttons or door status.
Describes the function of the 'Disable' (P5) push button for isolating active alarms.
Details programming options to disable routing equipment based on door status.
Explains the Pre-warning alarm type and its activation conditions for early alerts.
Details the standard fire alarm presentation and activation, including menu access.
Describes the Alert Annunciation (AA) function, indicators, and its delay mechanism.
Explains the Co-incidence alarm function, its presentation, and automatic reset.
Explains using delayed activation to avoid nuisance alarms in analogue systems.
Describes the Alarm Delay Facility as an optional function for controlled alarm activation.
Explains the Local Alarm Acknowledgement Unit and its function for controlling nuisance alarms.
Details Acknowledged and Isolated alarms specific to the New Zealand convention.
Explains how pre-warnings are reset automatically or manually.
Details the methods for resetting fire alarms: All, Single, and Single with Auto-Disablement.
Explains how to reset individual fire alarms using the 'Reset' button.
Details resetting alarms with automatic disablement to prevent re-activation.
States the reset procedure for NZ-specific acknowledged and isolated alarms.
Covers resetting the Alert Annunciation alarm via unit or FT128.
Explains how delayed alarms are automatically reset when conditions change.
Explains how quiet alarms are reset automatically when the alarm level is no longer exceeded.
Lists and explains various fault messages displayed by the system for troubleshooting.
Details the step-by-step process for powering up the FT128 system safely.
Provides instructions for installing the EBLWin PC software and its prerequisites.
Explains the process of downloading Site Specific Data (SSD) to the control unit.
Explains how to upgrade the FT128 system firmware using EBLWin.
Details the safe shutdown procedure for preserving system data (SSW) in Flash memory.
Summarizes data affected by different restart types (cold/warm) and their codes.
Explains the boot menu usage by authorized personnel for maintenance and data erasure.
Explains how to disable an entire zone, affecting all alarm points within it.
Details disabling individual alarm points (zone/address) for service or maintenance.
Explains how to disable programmable outputs individually, preventing activation.
Covers collective disabling of control, ventilation, extinguishing, or interlocking output types.
Details re-enabling individual disabled alarm points (zone/address).
Explains how to re-enable disabled programmable outputs.
Explains disabling and re-enabling alarm devices collectively via the menu.
Explains disabling and re-enabling the Alert Annunciation function via the menu.
Explains how daylight saving time is configured automatically via EBLWin.
Lists all currently disabled zones, points, or outputs, showing their status.
Shows disablements configured by time channels, detailing which zones/addresses are affected.
Provides details on interpreting sensor value readings like Momentary, Weekly, and Performance Factor.
Lists the algorithms used for sensor detection and their abbreviations for different modes.
Displays technical warnings that are not fire alarms or faults, indicating programmable input events.
Shows system version information and the total alarm count, including reset procedures.
Details the process for calibrating supervised outputs to ensure correct operation.
Describes using service mode to check COM loop voltage and continuity without polling.
Displays average current consumption values for the COM loop.
Explains how to activate address setting mode for Display Units (DU) connected via RS485.
Describes returning wireless base stations to normal mode after registration or installation.
Allows viewing information about the latest downloaded Site Specific Data (SSD) via PC.
Details procedures for disconnecting and reconnecting COM loops safely.
Explains disconnecting and reconnecting zone line inputs to prevent damage.
Covers disconnecting and reconnecting addressable zone interface inputs.
Details restoring sensor weekly average values to default after replacement.
Explains the safe shutdown procedure for the control unit to save system data.
Explains how to manually activate outputs for testing purposes.
Covers managing interlocking outputs and inputs within the system.
Details how to manually deactivate interlocking outputs.
Explains re-enabling disabled interlocking outputs.
Details the procedures for maintaining system batteries, including checks and replacement.
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