Important Notes
The FC501-L, FC501-H and FC501-HK models sup-
ports 3 loops of 128 addresses or 128 addresses in one
Loop only. Loop lengths are to be a maximum of 2 Km
(Dependant on device types, quantities connected &
cable type).
A maximum of 4 FC500REP repeaters, and 4
FC500MFI modules can be driven from a FC501 ad-
dressable panel. The Loop devices can be addressed
and configured from the panel menu (this is explained
later within this document, " Autoaddressing Procedu-
re").
in alternative the FC490ST service tool can be used to
address your field devices.
ALARM RELAY
FAULT RELAY
SOUNDER CIRCUIT 1
SOUNDER CIRCUIT 2
CONFIGURATION
USB
UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD
24V
BATTERY
NOTE: Fire alarm cables should be segregated from all other (non-fire alarm) cables.
Figure 5
A schematic diagram for a typical system layout
REMOTE
BUS
CONTROLLER
PC-LINK
PORT
FC500IP
ADDRESSABLE
CIRCUIT
AUX 24V
BAQ35T24/
OUT
BAQ60T24
230VAC
!
WARNING: Please read this section completely
before commencing installation.
The control panel must be installed by competent engi-
neers familiar with the installation of fire detection
systems. In addition, it is recommended to refer to the
following information:
Ø Current edition of the local laws about wiring regu-
lations.
Ø Fire detection and alarm systems in buildings or the
installation standards for the relevant country.
Ø Any specific site requirements.
Ø FireClass field device installation instructions.
REPEATER
FC500MFI
FC500REP
IB
DET
DET
WHITH
DET
CONFIGURATION
UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD
EOL
(*) CONVENTIONAL
DETECTORS
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
KEY
DET- ADDRESSABLE DETECTOR
DET*- CONVENTIONAL DETECTOR
IB- ISOLATOR BASE
CP- CALL POINT
DIM- DETECTOR INPUT MODULE
RIM- RELAY INTERFACE MODULE
CIM- CONTACT INPUT MODULE
LI- LINE ISOLATOR
PLANT
CP
DIM
RIM
DET*
DET*
CIM
LI
CONTACT
EOL
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