VESDA-E VEP-A00 Product Guide

VEP-A00-P (4 Pipes)
VEP-A00-1P (1 Pipe)

September 2020
Doc. No. 22060_15
Part No. AD30274-000
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Scope
The VESDA-E VEP-A00 Product Guide provides a comprehensive description of the VESDA-E VEP-A00
detector and its accessories.
This guide introduces the VEP-A00 features, technical specifications and gives an understanding of its
components and their function. You will also find instructions on installing, cabling and powering up the
detector.
This guide is for anyone involved with the design, maintenance and purchasing of a VESDA-E system. It is
assumed that anyone using this product has the knowledge and appropriate certification from local fire and
electrical authorities.

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Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection

We strongly recommend that this document is read in conjunction with the appropriate local codes and standards
for smoke detection and electrical connections. This document contains generic product information and some
sections may not comply with all local codes and standards. In these cases, the local codes and standards must
take precedence. The information below was correct at time of printing but may now be out of date, check with your
local codes, standards and listings for the current restrictions.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures; re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna, increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment to a power outlet which is on a different power circuit to the
receiver or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FDA
This Xtralis product incorporates a laser device and is classified as a Class 1 laser product that complies with FDA
regulations 21 CFR 1040.10. The laser is housed in a sealed detector chamber and contains no serviceable parts.
The laser emits light which can be hazardous to the eye. Under no circumstances should the detector chamber be
opened.
The laser chamber is identified by the labels shown below:

DO NOT OPEN
NO SERVICEABLE
PARTS
NE PAS OUVRIR CLASS 1
DISPOSITIFS/PIECES LASER PRODUCT
DANGER NON ECHANGEABLES
PRODUIT LASER
Laser Radiation when Open DE CLASSE 1
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM
Rayonnement Laser en cas d’ouverture
EVITEZ TOUTE EXPOSITION DIRECTE AU FAISCEAU

AS1603.8
The performance of this product is dependent upon the configuration of the pipe network. Any extensions or
modifications to the pipe network may cause the product to stop working correctly. All pipe network designs must be
validated using ASPIRE. ASPIRE is available from your authorized representative.
The product is not intended to be mounted in hostile environments but is able to sample from hostile environments.
AS1851.1 2005
Maintenance Standards. Wherever this document and the AS1851.1 differ, AS1851.1 should be followed in
preference to this document.

VESDA-E WiFi Availability

The WiFi connectivity is available on the VESDA-E VEU and can be disabled through software if required.
Effective from October 2020, the VEP models will not have WiFi.

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Regional Regulatory Requirements and Notices

European Installations
EN 54-20
The product must use a power source conforming to EN 54-4 and EN60950-1 Section 2.5.
The product is compliant with EN 54-20 sensitivity requirements provided the following conditions are met:
l For a Class A detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 1.5% obscuration/m and transport time less
than 60 seconds
l For a Class B detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 3% obscuration/m and transport time less
than 90 seconds
l For a Class C detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 8% obscuration/m and transport time less
than 110 seconds

These limits should be verified using ASPIRE during the design of the sampling pipe network.
The product is compliant with EN 54-20 flow monitoring requirements provided the following conditions are
met:
l The minor low and minor high flow thresholds should be set at 85% and 115% respectively
l The flow through the detector predicted by ASPIRE must be greater than 20 L/m.

Additional information:
The VESDA-E VEP-A00 passed the EN 54-20 fire tests with the following configurations:
l Class A with 40 holes and a Fire-1 setting of 0.028% obs/m
l Class B with 80 holes and a Fire-1 setting of 0.027% obs/m
l Class C with 100 holes and a Fire-1 setting of 0.072% obs/m

Only applies to VEP-A00-P.

Japanese Installations
To comply with Japanese local code requirements the WiFi capability shall be disabled.

Product Listings
l UL
l ULC
l FM
l ActivFire
l CE
l VdS
l EN 54-20
l ISO 7240-20
l NF

Regional approvals listings and regulatory compliance vary between product models. Refer to www.xtralis.com for
the latest product approvals matrix.
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Product Security Advice

Warning: Failure to comply with the requirements below exposes the system to malicious interference
which could disable smoke reporting.

Scan the QR code to access the latest security advice available from: https://xtralis.com/33252

Commissioning Requirements
l All VESDAnet wiring and connection ports must be secured against unauthorized access.
l Ethernet and Wi-Fi ports must ONLY be connected to networks which are secure and physically or
logically separate from business IT infrastructure.
l VESDA devices including HLIs must not be accessible from the Internet. Any provision of remote
access to VESDA devices must be subjected to a full cyber security risk assessment and regular
review.
l WPA-2 encryption must be used whenever Wi-Fi is enabled.
l Restrict access to HLI devices to authorized personnel only.
l Passwords must be chosen in line with the guidelines in the detector user guide and provided to trusted
users only.
l Default PIN codes must be changed as part of the initial configuration.

System Maintenance Requirements

l Do NOT use the USB port for long-term monitoring or allow it to be permanently wired to building
infrastructure. It is only to be used for configuration and maintenance by authorized personnel.
l If a detector requires firmware upgrade, ensure that the upgrade package is genuine and obtained directly
from Xtralis.
l Access to PCs on which VSC or VSM configuration software and system configuration information are
installed must be restricted to authorized persons if saved passwords are used.
l Xtralis PC software such as VSC or VSM, must only be installed on PCs with current active Windows
support from Microsoft.

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 3
1.1 Features 3
2 Product Information 5
2.1 Detector Components 5
2.2 How the VEP-A00 works 5
2.3 Front Panel 6
2.4 Internal Buttons 7
2.5 Communication Ports 7
2.6 VESDAnet 8
2.7 Specifications 9
2.8 Dimensions 11
3 Pipe Network Design and Installation 15
3.1 Design Considerations 15
3.2 Installation Considerations 15
3.3 Pipe Inlets 15
3.4 Managing the Exhaust Air 16
4 Installation 17
4.1 Prepare the Detector 17
4.2 Mounting 18
4.3 Wiring 32
4.4 Powering Up 42
4.5 Installation Checklist 43
4.6 Preliminary System Check 44
5 Configuration 45
5.1 Communication between Xtralis VSC and the detector 45
5.2 Connecting to the Detector 49
5.3 Security 51
5.4 Commands 52
5.5 Configuration Options 55
5.6 Factory Default Settings 66
6 Commissioning 69
6.1 AutoLearn Smoke 69
6.2 AutoLearn Flow 70
6.3 Commissioning Smoke Test 70
7 Maintenance 71
7.1 Standby 71
7.2 Open the Door 72
7.3 Replacing the Filter 73
7.4 Remove the Fascia 76
7.5 Replacing the Aspirator 78
7.6 Replacing the Smoke Detection Chamber 80
7.7 Replacing the Sampling Module 84
7.8 Spare Parts 88
8 Troubleshooting 89
8.1 Fault Reporting through Relays 89
8.2 Troubleshooting with Xtralis VSC 90
A Commissioning Forms 91
A.1 VEP-A00 Detector Commissioning Configuration 93
A.2 ASPIRE Data 93
A.3 Smoke Test 93
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A.4 Air Sampling Test Results 93

B Glossary 95
Index 97

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1 Introduction
The VESDA-E VEP-A00 is an aspirating smoke detector (ASD) that provides very early warning of fire
conditions by drawing air samples through an air sampling pipe network.

Figure 1-1: VESDA-E VEP-A00 Aspirating Smoke Detector

The detector easily interfaces with fire warning and fire suppression release systems, and can be integrated
into a building management system (BMS).

1.1 Features
The VEP-A00 detector contains the following features:
l Short wavelength laser-based detection
l Inherent absolute calibration
l Clean air barrier for optics protection
l More robust contamination resistance
l Wide sensitivity range
l Flow fault thresholds configurable per port
l Long-life, easy-to-replace air sample filter
l Quiet operation
l Advanced remote diagnostics
l Area coverage:
l up to 2,000 m² (21,520 ft²) (VEP-A00-P)
l up to 1,000 m² (10,760 ft²) (VEP-A00-1P)
l Up to four inlet pipes
l Total maximum pipe length:
l Four pipe VEP-A00-P: 560 m (1,837 ft)
l One pipe VEP-A00-1P: 130 m (427 ft)
l Referencing
l AutoLearn™ Smoke and Flow
l Seven programmable relays
l Two General Purpose Inputs (GPIs), one monitored and one unmonitored
l Ultrasonic flow sensing
l Xtralis VSC, Xtralis VSM4 and ASPIRE PC software support
l IP 40 enclosure (not UL tested)
l Easy mounting with steel support bracket
l Field replaceable aspirator, sampling module, filter and detection chamber
l VESDAnet networking
l Ethernet 100 base T
l Local host mode USB port
l Easy cable termination access
l Event Log (20,000 events)

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2 Product Information
2.1 Detector Components
The VEP-A00 detector contains field-replaceable Filter, Aspirator and Chamber Assembly components.
These are shown below in Figure 2-1.

Legend
A Fascia
B Filter
C Chamber Assembly
C
D D Aspirator
E Sampling Module
F Base

B E

Figure 2-1: Detector components

Refer to Chapter 7 for further information regarding maintenance scheduling and availability of spare parts.

2.2 How the VEP-A00 works

An air sampling pipe network collects samples from the protected area. The integrated aspirator draws air into
the sampling pipe(s).
The air from each sampling pipe passes through an air flow sensor and then a sample of the air is drawn into
the smoke detection chamber via the sampling module, after first passing through the replaceable filter.
A further filter provides filtered clean air to protect the optical surfaces inside the detection chamber from
contamination.
The detection chamber uses a short wavelength laser light source in conjunction with photodiodes and
advanced imaging technology to achieve optimum response to a wide range of smoke types.
If the detected smoke is higher than the set alarm thresholds it is reported as an Alert, Action, Fire 1 or Fire 2
alarm condition.
Air is exhausted from the VEP-A00 and may be vented back into the protected zone.
Alarms can be signalled via Relays and VESDAnet. Ethernet can be used for configuration and secondary
monitoring, and a USB interface is provided for initial setup.
The detector has a LED user interface. A series of LEDs display Alarm, Fault, Disable and detector power on
status. The detector has a buzzer which can be configured to signal alarm, fault, disable and standby status.
A button allows the user to Reset or Disable the detector or to acknowledge status.

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2.3 Front Panel

The VEP-A00 detector provides the following information and control capability:
l Status LEDs: Alert, Action, Fire 1, Fire 2, Disabled, Fault and Power.
l Controls: Reset and Disable button.

2.3.1 Status LEDS

The VESDA-E VEP-A00 detector features a range of LED Indicators which illuminate when their respective
activation conditions are met.
Table 2-1: LED Indicators
LED Symbol Description
Fire 2 The Fire 2 LED is lit when the Fire 2 Alarm threshold is
reached. (The LED will flash once per second until the
condition is acknowledged.)
Fire 1 The Fire 1 LED is lit when the Fire 1 Alarm threshold is
reached. (The LED will flash once per second until the
condition is acknowledged.)
Action The Action LED is lit when the Action threshold is reached.
(The LED will flash once per second until the condition is
acknowledged.)
Alert The Alert LED is lit when the Alert threshold is reached. (The
LED will flash once per second until the condition is
acknowledged.)
Disabled The DISABLED LED is lit continuously when the detector is
disabled and flashes once every two seconds when the
detector is in Standby mode.
Fault The FAULT LED is lit when a fault condition is detected. The
LED will flash once per second until the condition is
acknowledged.
Refer to Chapter 8 for information on troubleshooting.
Power The POWER LED illuminates when the detector is powered
up.

Notes:
l The LEDs are tested during the power up cycle. To manually test the LEDs, run the Lamp Test using
Xtralis VSC.

2.3.2 RESET / DISABLE / ACKNOWLEDGE Button

Figure 2-2: Reset / Disable / Acknowledge Button

If there is an alarm or fault condition pressing the button the first time will acknowledge the condition.
Subsequent presses will reset or disable the detector.
Resetting the detector unlatches all latched alarms and faults, returns relays to their normal state and clears
the active event list in Xtralis VSC.
l To reset the detector once all alarms and faults have been acknowledged, press this button once.

Disabling the detector disables signaling of alarms and faults via the relays. The aspirator remains active.

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Disabled mode is signaled on relay #1 and on the Fault Relay (Relay #3) by default. Refer to sections 4.3.6
and 5.5.9 for further information. The buzzer will beep once every 60 seconds if the beep checkbox for the
Disable condition on the Relay configuration screen (section 5.5.9) is ticked.
l To disable the detector, once all alarms and faults have been acknowledged, press and hold the button
for approximately 4 seconds, until the DISABLED LED illuminates continuously.
l To re-enable the unit, once all alarms and faults have been acknowledged, press and hold the button for
approximately 4 seconds, until the DISABLED LED deactivates continuously.
l While the detector is disabled, any faults or alarms may be acknowledged by pressing this button once.

The button will not operate if:

l the detector is disabled through the GPI function; or
l the RESET / DISABLE button has been configured as "locked out". Refer to section 5.5.8 for further
information.

2.4 Internal Buttons

AutoConfig
l To normalize the detector, press and hold the button until the AutoConfig LED illuminates continuously
(approximately 2 seconds), then release the button.
l To initiate AutoLearn Smoke and Flow, press and hold the AutoConfig button until the AutoConfig
LED starts flashing (approximately 15 seconds), then release the button.
l Cancel the AutoLearn or Normalization functions by pressing and holding the AutoConfig button for 5
seconds. The LED will turn off. If AutoLearn is halted, the flow and smoke thresholds will be left at the
previous settings.

2.5 Communication Ports

The majority of user operations are performed using software installed on a computer connected to the
detector via one of the physical communication ports. The correct connection method to use depends on the
purpose for connecting to the detector (Figure 2-3).

Connection

Usage?

Initial Monitoring and

Configuration Configuration Updates

Use
Use USB Ethernet

Figure 2-3: Connection Method

The physical communication ports are located on the main board inside the detector. It is necessary to open
the front door in order to access these ports. Refer to Section 7.2 for information on opening the front door.
USB
The USB port is used for configuration purposes ONLY. It allows direct connection between the VEP-A00
detector and a PC or laptop running the Xtralis VSC software.
Refer to Section 4.3.4 for information on connecting the USB lead, and Section 5.1.2 for information on
creating connection profiles in Xtralis VSC.
Note: The USB port must not be used for permanent field connection. For example, do not use a USB to
Ethernet adaptor to connect the detector to a LAN using USB.
Ethernet
The Ethernet port is used for configuration and/or monitoring purposes. It enables direct or routed network
connection between the detector and a PC or laptop installed with Xtralis VSC.

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Refer to Section 4.3.4 for information on connecting the Ethernet lead, and Section 5.1.2 for information on
creating connection profiles in Xtralis VSC.
A password is required to access the detector via ethernet connection. It is initially set using Xtralis VSC
during configuration with the USB port, and the user is required to enter it when creating an Ethernet
connection profile in Xtralis VSC. It is also necessary to enter additional PIN codes to access administrative
and distributor functions. Refer to Section 5.3 on page 51 for further information.

2.6 VESDAnet
A VESDAnet network allows:
l the VEP-A00 detector to report alarms and faults to a Fire Panel using a remote display module, remote
relay module or HLI.
l configuration and monitoring of devices from a central computer.
l connection to a reference detector.

Gateway function of the VEP-A00

The VEP-A00 detector also provides a gateway to the VESDAnet for a PC running Xtralis VSC connected to
the VEP-A00 via Ethernet, USB.
Refer to the VESDA Communications Guide for further information on VESDAnet network connectivity.

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2.7 Specifications
Table 2-2: VEP-A00 Detector Specifications
Specification Value
Supply Voltage 18 to 30 VDC (24 VDC Nominal)
Power Consumption @24 VDC Aspirator Setting 1 Setting 5 Fixed
VEP-P Power (Quiescent) 7.0 W 8.8 W -
Power (In Alarm) 7.8 W 9.6 W -
VEP-1P Power (Quiescent) - - 8.8 W
Power (In Alarm) - - 9.6 W

Dimensions (WHD) 350 mm x 225 mm x 135 mm

(13.8 in x 8.9 in x 5.3 in)
Weight 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs)
Operating Conditions Temperature:
Please consult your Xtralis representative for l Ambient: 0°C to 39°C (32°F to 102°F)
information on operation outside these parameters l Sampled Air: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
or where sampled air is continually above 0.05%
l Tested to: -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F)*
obs/m (0.015% obs/ft) under normal operating
* UL:-20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
conditions.
Humidity:
l 5-95% RH, non-condensing
Storage Conditions l Humidity: Dry (<95%)
l Temperature: 0° to 85°C
(Non-operational)
l Must not be exposed to sunlight or other radiation sources
Sampling Pipe Network l Maximum length per pipe when using four straight
pipes:
l Four pipe VEP-A00-P: 70 m (230 ft)
l One pipe VEP-A00-1P: 100 m (328 ft)
l Maximum total pipe length (with branches):
l Four pipe VEP-A00-P: 560 m (1,837 ft)
l One pipe VEP-A00-1P: 130 m (427 ft)
l Pipe Modeling Design Tool: ASPIRE
l Refer to Section 3.1 Design Considerations.

Note: Standards compliance of a particular pipe network

must be determined using ASPIRE.
Inlet Pipe Size l External Diameter: 25 mm or 1.05 in (3/4" IPS)
Exhaust Pipe Size l External Diameter: 25 mm or 1.05 in (3/4" IPS) via
adaptor
Relays l 7 programmable relays
l Contacts rated 2A @ 30 VDC (Resistive)
l Programmable to latch or not latch alarm or fault states
IP Rating IP 40
(not UL tested)

Mounting Upright or inverted

Cable Access 4 x 26 mm (1 in) ports
Cable Termination Screw terminal blocks (0.2-2.5 sq mm, 24-14 AWG)
Interfaces l USB (Type 2)
l Ethernet (RJ45)

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Table 2-2: VEP-A00 Detector Specifications (continued...)

Specification Value
Dynamic Range 0.000%/m to 32%/m (0.0000%/ft to 10%/ft)
Sensitivity Range 0.005 to 20% obs/m (0.0016 to 6.25% obs/ft.)
Threshold Setting Range l Alert: 0.005%–2.0% obs/m
(0.0016% - 0.625% obs/ft)
l Action: 0.005%–2.0% obs/m
(0.0016% - 0.625% obs/ft)
l Fire1: 0.010 %–2.0% obs/m
(0.0031% - 0.625% obs/ft)
l Fire2: 0.020 %–20.0% obs/m
(0.0063% - 6.25% obs/ft)

Notes:
l UL and ULC: For open area, open area high velocity and
duct protection the fire alarm threshold (setting) that
initiates an evacuation signal must be set such that the
sensitivity of each sampling hole is more sensitive than
10%/m (3.2 %/ft) as determined by the ASPIRE software.
l Refer to Section 5.6 on page 66 for the default settings.
Referencing Reference smoke level source.

Table 2-3: Key Software Features

Event Log Up to 20,000 events stored on FIFO basis

AutoLearn l Minimum 15 minutes
l Maximum 15 days, 23 hrs, 59 minutes
l Recommended 14 days

Thresholds are automatically changed from the previously set

values to the updated values after the AutoLearn process has
completed.
Referencing Adjustment for external ambient conditions
Four Alarm Levels Alert, Action, Fire1 and Fire2
Two Fault Warning Levels Maintenance and Major Fault
Maintenance Aids l Filter and flow monitoring
l Event reporting via VESDAnet and event log

Table 2-4: Ordering Information

VESDA-E VEP-A00 Detector VEP-A00-P (4 Pipes)

VEP-A00-1P (1 Pipe)
Exhaust Adaptor US VSP-961

Note: Refer to Table 7-2 for the spare parts list.

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2.8 Dimensions
B C D E F G H
mm inch
A 28.5 1.12

I
B 35.0 1.38
C 45.0 1.77
D 134.0 5.28
E 34.0 1.34
M
F 34.0 1.34
J N
G 34.0 1.34
H 34.0 1.34
I 26.5 1.04
J 350.0 13.78
K 224.0 8.82
L 230.2 9.06

L
M 135.5 5.3
N 132.3 5.21
O 28.5 1.12
P 35.0 1.38
Q 45.0 1.77
R 127.0 5.0
S 143.0 5.63
T 26.0 1.02
O

P Q R S

Figure 2-4: Front, top, bottom and side dimensions

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A B C F mm inch
A 17.5 0.69
B 315.0 12.4
C 17.5 0.69
D 144.99 5.71
E 77.2 3.04
D F 3.5 0.1

Figure 2-5: Rear dimensions with Mounting Bracket

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mm inch
C D E
A 224.0 8.82
B 112.0 4.41
C 40.9 1.61

F
D 268.39 10.57
E 40.71 1.6
F 20.25 0.8
G 183.5 7.22
H 20.25 0.8
A

G
B

H
Figure 2-6: Rear Dimensions with hole locations for direct mounting

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3 Pipe Network Design and Installation

The Pipe Network should be designed by trained personnel, and verified using the ASPIRE software.

3.1 Design Considerations

The following points should be considered when designing a pipe network for the VEP-A00 detector:

Single Pipe System Multi Pipe System

Minimum Recommended Minimum Recommended
Pipe Flow 20 l/min 25 l/min 20 l/min 25 l/min
Total Flow 40 l/min 50 l/min
Note: If required, adjust the aspirator speed to achieve the specified flow rate stated above.
Note: Avoid using exhaust pipes unless there is a substantial pressure differential between the detector and
the area being sampled by the pipe network. In this case the exhaust pipe needs to go back to the sampled
area. Refer to Section 3.4. for further information.

Refer to the VESDA Pipe Network Design Guide for best design practices.

3.2 Installation Considerations

The following points should be considered when installing sampling pipe:
l Minimize flexing in sampling pipes by supporting the pipe every 1.5m (5ft) or less, or at a distance
described in local codes and standards.
l Evenly arrange the sampling pipe network over return air grilles.
l The sampling pipe fits firmly into the tapered detector port, DO NOT glue this connection.
l Allow sufficient movement at the detector to permit pipe removal for maintenance.
l Keep the exhaust pipe as short as possible to minimize airflow resistance in the pipe.
l Pipe ends must be made smooth for bonding.
l Sampling holes must be drilled in line and perpendicular to the pipe.
l Sampling holes must be clear of rough edges and debris.
l Pipes are free of debris.
l All joints must be bonded except the end caps and pipes entering the detector.

Notes:
l Sampling holes should be angled between 30° and 45° into the direction of airflow, or point downwards in
static airflow situations.
l Keep the sampling holes evenly spaced.
l For code-specific information, see Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection
on page iii.

Refer to the VESDA Pipe Network Installation Guide for best installation practices.

3.3 Pipe Inlets

The air inlet ports in the pipe inlet manifold are tapered such that they accommodate both 25 mm OD pipe or
IPS 3/4 inch pipe (1.05 inch OD).
Each air inlet port allows maximum insertion of the sampling pipe to a depth of 23mm for 25 mm OD pipe or
11.5mm for IPS 3/4 inch pipe (1.05 inch OD). While connecting the detector to the pipe network:
l Ensure a minimum length of 500 mm (20 in) of straight pipe before terminating the pipes at the air inlet
ports of the detector.
l Square off and de-burr the end of the sampling air pipes, ensuring the pipes are free from debris.
l Determine the pipe inlet ports to be used. Refer to Table 3-1 below for details.
l Remove the plugs from only those pipe inlet ports intended for use. To remove the plug, place a large
screwdriver in the large slot and twist, or use a small screwdriver in the side slots to lever the plug out.
l Insert the pipes into the pipe inlet(s) ensuring a firm fit.

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Note: DO NOT glue the inlet pipes to the pipe inlet manifold.
When configuring the detector ensure that the correct pipes in use are selected as indicated in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Preferred use of pipe inlet ports
No. of Pipes Preferred Pipe Inlet Port to use
Pipe 1 Pipe 2 Pipe 3 Pipe 4
VEP-A00-P 1 Inlet 2 or 3 Inlet 2 or 3
2
3 Inlet 1 or 4 Inlet 1 or 4
4
VEP-A00-1P 1

1 2 3 4

Figure 3-1: Pipe inlet port numbering

For code-specific information, refer to Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection on
page 1.

3.4 Managing the Exhaust Air

Air is expelled from the detector via the exhaust port at the bottom of the unit enclosure.
The air exhaust port is tapered to accommodate standard pipes of OD 25 mm (ID 21 mm) and to provide an
airtight seal. IPS ¾ inch pipes (1.05 inch OD) require an adaptor (VSP-961) as shown in Figure 3-2. If required,
connect an outlet pipe to the exhaust manifold. DO NOT glue this pipe to the exhaust manifold as this will void
the warranty.

Figure 3-2: Imperial Pipe Adaptor (VSP-961)

Where the detector is located outside the protected area. It may be necessary to return the exhaust air to the
same area. For example, where pressure difference exceeds 50 Pa, or where hazardous substances are
present inside the area. Return air pipes need to be as short as possible to minimise the effect of airflow
impedance in the return air pipe network and modelled in ASPIRE.

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4 Installation
The VEP-A00 detector is shipped with the following components:
l 1 VESDA-E VEP-A00 detector
l Installation Sheet
l Mounting bracket
l Mounting template for directly mounting the detector to the mounting surface
l Exhaust Adaptor (US only)
l 1 End of Line resistor for the monitored GPI

Check all components for damage and refer any concerns to your authorized representative.
Depending on the nature of the installation, it may be necessary to procure the following items:
l The latest revision of this full product guide can be downloaded from the partner extranet at
www.xtralis.com.
l A 24 VDC Power Supply and backup battery, compliant with local fire protection codes and standards.
l Screws and inserts for the mounting bracket that are appropriate for the installation location.
l Type A to Type B USB Interface Lead, required for initial configuration of the detector (Figure 4-1).
l Wrist strap for ESD prevention.

Figure 4-1: Type A to Type B USB Interface Lead

4.1 Prepare the Detector

l Remove tape from the exhaust port.
l Invert the fascia if required. Refer to Section 4.2.1 for further information.
l Remove cable and pipe inlet plugs as required. Place a large screwdriver in the large slot and twist (A), or
use a small screwdriver in the side slots (B) to lever the plug out (Figure 4-2). Use the edge of the
detector (C) for a lever point to avoid marking the case.

B
A

Figure 4-2: Remove Cable and Pipe Inlet Plugs

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4.2 Mounting
The VEP-A00 detector can be mounted in an upright or inverted position. Do not mount the detector with a
sideways orientation as shown in Figure 4-3 below.

Figure 4-3: Sideways orientation

Ensure the mounting surface is flat as this allows an air tight seal to be achieved between the sampling pipe
and the tapered air inlet pipes on the detector.
Ensure that there is sufficient clearance to mount the detector (Figure 4-4), noting the location of air sampling
pipes and cable entry points. Due to the rigid nature of the plastic pipe, installation must provide for sufficient
movement in all pipework (air inlet, air exhaust and cable pipes) to allow pipe ends to be easily fitted and
removed.

Legend
A Min. 50 mm (2 in.) below ceiling
level
A
B Mounting Bracket:
The detector can be mounted
directly against a wall or
B obstruction.
Refer to Section 4.2.2 for
further information.
Direct mounting:
A minimum clearance of 20 mm
(0.8 in.) is required between the
detector and a wall or
obstruction, on both sides of the
detector.
Refer to Section 4.2.3 for
further information.

Figure 4-4: Mounting location

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4.2.1 Inverting the Detector

If the pipe network design requires that the sampling pipes enter the detector at the bottom, it is possible to
achieve this by inverting the detector. In this case the fascia must be inverted on the detector so that the user
interface has the correct orientation. The door must be moved to the other side of the fascia to allow access to
the electrical sockets and filter.
This is done as follows:
1. Place the detector on a flat surface with the back plate facing down.
2. Open the front door and remove the fascia. Refer to Sections 7.2 on page 72 and 7.4 on page 76 for
further information.

Figure 4-5: Detector with fascia removed

3. Take the top and bottom covers off. To do this, press the tabs marked A and B in Figure 4-6.

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A Legend
A Top cover retaining tabs
B Bottom cover retaining
tabs

Figure 4-6: Tabs used to remove top and bottom cover

4. Detach the tethers, Figure 4-7 and Figure 4-8. (You can leave the cables from the detector to the fascia
connected.)

Figure 4-7: Detaching the tethers

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Figure 4-8: Detector with tethers detached

5. Detach the front door from the fascia by removing pin A from the hinge (Figure 4-9, Figure 4-10). Leave
pin B in place – do not remove it.

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AB

Figure 4-9: Removing door hinge pin A

Figure 4-10: Detaching door

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6. Change from setup A in Figure 4-11 to setup B by doing the following:

a. Leave the fascia upright.

b. Rotate the detector 180 degrees.
c. Rotate the door 180 degrees and place it next to the right side of the fascia.

7. Replace the door hinge pin. (Figure 4-12, Figure 4-13)

o
180

A B

Figure 4-11: Rotate detector and door and move door to right side of fascia

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Figure 4-12: Replacing the door hinge pin - showing correct positioning of door and pin

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Figure 4-13: Replacing the door hinge pin

Figure 4-14: Correct positioning of door hinge pin when fully in place
8. Re-attach the tethers. Attach at the slots circled in Figure 4-15. Position the tethers in the slots and pull
up as shown in Figure 4-16.

Figure 4-15: Re-attach tethers at circled positions

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1 2

3 4

Figure 4-16: Position the tethers and pull up to attach

9. Re attach the top and bottom covers.
10. Re-attach the fascia. Re-attach to the front of the detector by tightening the two retaining screws as
shown in Figure 7-8.
11. The detector is now inverted. The display should be upright while the exhaust vent is at the top and
sampling pipe inlets at the bottom. The electrical connections and filter should be accessible by opening
the door.

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4.2.2 Mounting the Detector with the Mounting Bracket

1. Position the mounting bracket (A) to allow sampling pipes (B) and electrical conduit (C) to line up
horizontally with the alignment marks (D) and vertically with the appropriate pipe depth line (Figure 4-17).
l 3/4 inch IPS pipe (1.05 inch OD) should vertically align with the top depth line (E).
l 25mm pipe should vertically align with the bottom depth line (F).

Legend
A Mounting bracket
B B Sampling Pipes
C Electrical Conduit
C E
D Pipe alignment marks
A F
E 3/4 inch IPS pipe (1.05 inch
OD) depth
F 25 mm pipe depth
D
D

Figure 4-17: Position Mounting Bracket in line with pipes

2. Mark the mounting surface through two keyholes (B) on the mounting surface (Figure 4-18).

Legend
A Mounting bracket
B Keyholes

B
A

Figure 4-18: Mark keyholes

3. Insert two screws into the mounting surface at marked positions (Figure 4-19).
4. Slide plate onto the mounting screws and tighten them with a screwdriver (B).

A Legend
A Mounting bracket
B Screwdriver

Figure 4-19: Tighten screws

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5. Insert the remaining three mounting screws (B) and tighten them (Figure 4-20).

Legend
A
A Mounting bracket
B B Mounting screws

Figure 4-20: Mounting Bracket

6. Align the mounting studs (A) on the rear of the detector with the mounting stud slots on the mounting
bracket, and slide the detector down until the top of the detector is flush with the top of the mounting
bracket (Figure 4-21).

A
A
A

Legend
A Mounting buttons

Figure 4-21: Mounting the detector

7. Open the door on the front of the detector (Figure 4-22). Refer to Section 7.2 on page 72 for further
information on how to open the door.
8. Insert and tighten the locking screw (A). This secures the detector to the mounting bracket.

Legend
A Locking screw

Figure 4-22: Locking Screw

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4.2.3 Mounting the Detector using the Mounting Template

1. Position the mounting template to allow sampling pipes (A) to horizontally line up with the alignment
marks (B) and vertically align with the appropriate pipe depth line (Figure 4-23):
l 3/4 inch IPS pipe (1.05 inch OD) should vertically align with the top depth line (C).
l 25mm pipe should vertically align with the bottom depth line (D).
2. Secure the mounting template to the wall.

A
Inverted
Detector

C
D
3/4” IPS

25mm

3/4” IPS

25mm

Edge
of Dete
ctor

ctor
of Dete
Edge

25mm

3/4” IPS

25mm

3/4” IPS
D
C
Upright
Detector

Figure 4-23: Position mounting template

3. Insert two M4 button head screws at positions A and B such that the screw head is protruding 7 mm from
the wall (Figure 4-24). Drill a pilot hole at position C for later insertion of a screw at Step 12.

3/4” IPS

B
25mm

3/4” IPS

25mm

Edge
of Dete
ctor

B
A
A C
ctor
of Dete
Edge

C
25mm

3/4” IPS

25mm

3/4” IPS

Upright Inverted
Detector Detector 7mm

Figure 4-24: Insert mounting screws

4. Position the inlet pipes (A) on the marked center lines (Figure 4-25).
5. Cut the sampling pipes to the appropriate depth line.
6. Position the exhaust pipe (if used) (B) on the marked center line:
l For metric pipes, cut the pipe to the inner depth line marked on the mounting template.
l For imperial pipes, fit the pipe adaptor (C) and cut the pipe to the outer depth line marked on the
mounting template.
7. Position electrical conduit (D) on the marked center lines.

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A B
Inverted
Detector
C
D 3/4” IPS

25mm

3/4” IPS

25mm

Edge
of Det
ector

ector
of Det
Edge

25mm

3/4” IPS

25mm

3/4” IPS

C D
Upright
Detector B
A

Figure 4-25: Position conduit and pipes

8. Remove the mounting template.
9. In order to allow the detector to be positioned, retract the inlet and exhaust pipes and electrical conduit.
10. Mount the detector onto the screws using the keyholes using the following steps:

Inverted
Detector

Upright
Detector

Figure 4-26: Mount the detector

l Position the right keyhole on the rear of the detector over the head of the right screw (A) (Figure 4-27).

Upright Inverted
Detector Detector

Figure 4-27: Position detector over screw

l Slide the detector to the left, or to the right for inverted detectors, to lock the detector on the screw
(Figure 4-28).

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Upright Inverted
Detector Detector

Figure 4-28: Slide detector to the left

l Rotate the detector clockwise to position the large end of the detector’s top-left, or top-right for an
inverted detector, keyhole over the head of screw B. Push the detector to the wall (Figure 4-29).

Upright Inverted
Detector Detector

Figure 4-29: Position detector on the second screw

l Rotate the detector anticlockwise, or clockwise for an inverted detector, to lock the detector on to the
screw (Figure 4-30).

Upright Inverted
Detector Detector

Figure 4-30: Rotate the detector

12. Insert an M4 screw at the small end of the detector’s bottom-left, or bottom-right for an inverted detector,
keyhole (Figure 4-31).

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4.3 Wiring
The screw type terminals located on electrical terminals within the VEP-A00 detector will accept wire sizes
from 0.2 mm² to 2.5 mm² (24 – 14 AWG).
Refer to Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection on page iii for code specific
requirements.
Refer to the VESDA System Design Manual for cabling details.
Note: The VEP-A00 detector is IP 40 rated, therefore a suitable cable gland or conduit must be used to
maintain the IP rating. (The IP rating is not UL tested.)

Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions need to be taken prior to removing the fascia from
the detector in order to prevent damage to sensitive electronic components within the VEP-A00.

Attention : Les precausions contre le decharge electrostatique dois etre respecter avant d’ouvrir le panneau
du detecteur afin de prevenir au dommage des composants electroniques a l’interieur du VEP-
A00.

4.3.1 Cabling Inlets

The VESDA-E VEP-A00 contains four inlets for power, relay and network cabling, located on the upper and
lower sides of the detector base. The holes have a diameter of 26 mm (1.02 inch).
Note: To maintain the specified IP rating, cable glands or conduit must be used.

Figure 4-32: Cabling Inlets

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4.3.2 Socket Locations

Legend

NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC
NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO

5 [ACTION] 6 - FIRE 1 7 [FIRE 2]

4 [ALERT] 3 - URGENT F 2 [MINOR F] 1 [ISOL]
E K
Power

F J A Power Out
B Power In
G I
VESDAnet
D
H M C VESDAnet B
SH

L D VESDAnet A
C
SH

Relays

E 1 - Disable (Isolate)
N O F 2 - Minor Fault
G 3 - Urgent Fault
H 4 - Alert
I 5 - Action
J 6 - Fire 1
B
K 7 - Fire 2
Comms
A
L USB
M Ethernet
GPI
P N Monitored GPI
O Unmonitored GPI
Ground

P Ground Reference
Terminal

Figure 4-33: Socket Locations

4.3.3 Power Source

There are two sets of power terminals on the main board (Figure 4-33). Connect a 24 VDC power supply which
is compliant with local fire protection codes and standards to the PWR IN socket, and if required loop out to
another detector via the PWR OUT socket.
The detector will not operate if the power supply polarity is reversed.

Caution: Operating the detector when DC supply voltage is outside the specified voltage range may
cause damage to internal components. For further information refer to the Product
Specifications on page 9.

Attention : Le détecteur de fonctionnement lorsque la tension d'alimentation DC est en dehors de la plage

de tension spécifiée peut endommager les composants internes. Pour plus d'informations, se
reporter au notice descriptive du produit à la page 9.

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Power to Multiple Detectors

Up to three VESDA-E VEP or VEU detectors may be daisy chained to the same power supply by connecting
the PWR OUT power passthrough socket to the PWR IN socket on each subsequent detector.

PSU

PWR IN
+ PWR OUT PWR IN PWR OUT PWR IN PWR OUT

+
+

+
_

_
_

_
Detector 1 Detector 2 Detector 3

Figure 4-34: Multiple Detectors powered by a single power supply

Compliance
It is recommended that the power supply be compliant with local codes and standards required by the regional
authority. For code-specific information, refer to Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke
Detection on page iii.

4.3.4 Communication Ports

The front door must be opened in order to access the communication ports. Refer to Section 7.2 for
information on opening the front door and Figure 4-33 for the physical location of the ports.
Note: For all connection methods the detector also provides a gateway to all the other devices on the
VESDAnet network.
USB
The USB port is used for initial configuration and local maintenance or servicing of the VEP-A00 using a PC
installed with Xtralis VSC software.
Install Xtralis VSC prior to connecting the VEP-A00 to the PC or Laptop. This ensures that the required
USB drivers are present.
Notes:
l The USB port must not be used for permanent field connection. For example, do not use a USB to
Ethernet adaptor to connect the detector to a LAN using USB.
l Refer to the Xtralis VSC documentation for operating system compatibility information.

Ethernet
The Ethernet port is used for permanent network connection to the VEP-A00. An Ethernet lead can be routed
through the cable entry ports and plugged into the Ethernet port.
Use a standard Ethernet lead when connecting the VEP-A00 to a network switch, router or directly to a PC or
laptop.

4.3.5 VESDAnet
VESDAnet is a bidirectional data communication network between connected VESDA-E devices. VESDAnet
connectivity is available on the VEP-A00 detector. Refer to Section 2.6 for further information.
It is recommended that RS 485 (Belden 9841 - 120 Ohm) twisted pair cables be used for including the devices
in the network.
The network cables are terminated at the VESDAnet A and B Terminals. Cabling from one VESDA-E device
is brought into the detector at one terminal and looped out to another device on VESDAnet from the other
terminal.
Notes:
l The polarity of the data wires must be maintained throughout the network.
l In order for the detector to be able to detect ground faults on the VESDAnet wiring, the Ground Reference
Terminal (Figure 1-1) must be connected to the local ground.

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Shield Shield Shield

A- A- A-
A+ A+ A+
Shield Shield Shield
B- B- B-
B+ B+ B+

Module 1 Module 2 Module 3

(VESDA-E VEP)

Shield Shield
A- A-
A+ A+
Shield Shield
B- B-
B+ B+

Module 5 Module 4

Figure 4-35: Example closed loop VESDAnet network

The VESDA-E VEP-A00 detector is shipped with the VESDAnet A and B terminals looped. Remove the A
and B links prior to connecting the detector to the VESDAnet. If the detector is not to be networked with other
devices, then do not remove the A and B links.

Figure 4-36: Closed loop for standalone detectors with VESDAnet capability
Note: Refer to the VESDA-E Communications Guide for further information.

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4.3.6 Relays
The relays, located on the main processor card, interface to the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) to
communicate faults, alarms and disabled states. The relays can be programmed using Xtralis VSC. Relays 3
and 6 are permanently set for Urgent Fault and Fire 1 respectively. Table 4-22 below illustrates the default
assignments of functions (conditions) to relays and summarizes the default behavior of each relay. Section
5.5.9 describes how to configure the relay behavior using Xtralis VSC. It is possible to assign more than one
condition to a relay.
Fire 1 Relay
If a detector relay is to be used to signal fire alarm to the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) then the Fire 1 relay
must be used.
Fault and Fire 1 Relay Terminals
The Urgent and Minor Fault relays are energized during normal operation while the Fire 1 relay is only
energized when a Fire 1 is detected. The operation of the relays are summarized in the following table.
Table 4-1: Typical Relay Operation

URGENT FAULT Relay All Other Relays

No Fault Fault No Fire Fire
(Energized) or unpowered state (De-energized)

Relay Assignments and Behaviour

l Relays 1, 2, 4, 5 and 7 are fully configurable. For example, Relay 5 could be configured to de-energize on
Alert
l Relays 3 and 6 are fixed to Urgent Fault and Fire 1 respectively. These relays may be assigned additional
conditions.

Table 4-2: Default Relay Assignments

Relay # Default Default to Description for default configuration Configurability
Assignment Normally
Energized
1 Disable No Energizes when an operator disables Fully
(Isolate) and (isolates) the detector. Also energizes when configurable
Standby the operator puts the detector into Standby
mode.
2 Minor Fault Yes De-energizes when a Minor Fault is Fully
detected. configurable
3 Urgent Fault, Yes De-energizes when an Urgent Fault is Urgent Fault
Disable, detected or when Disable or Standby cannot be
Standy occurs. removed. Other
conditions can
Note that Relay 3 is fixed Normally
be added.
Energized in order to ensure that a fault will
Fixed Normally
be signaled when power to the VEP-A00 is
Energized
removed. See Table 4-1.
4 Alert No Energizes when the Alert alarm is initiated. Fully
configurable

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Table 4-2: Default Relay Assignments (continued...)

Relay # Default Default to Description for default configuration Configurability
Assignment Normally
Energized
5 Action No Energizes when the Action alarm is Fully
initiated. configurable
6 Fire 1 No Energizes when the Fire 1 alarm is initiated. Fire 1 cannot be
removed. Other
conditions can
be added.
7 Fire 2 No Energizes when the Fire 2 alarm is initiated. Fully
configurable

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4.3.7 Unmonitored General Purpose Input (GPI)

The Unmonitored GPI is a programmable input which can be configured to initiate a number of different
actions, including, by default, a Remote Reset function. Refer to Section 5.5.8 on page 62 for further
information.
A voltage input of between 5V and 30V signals GPI ON. Less than 2V signals GPI OFF. The input is isolated
from the system by an opto-coupler device.

4.3.8 Monitored General Purpose Input (GPI) Wiring

The monitored GPI senses contact closure and is configurable to initiate the same actions as the unmonitored
GPI. "Remote Reset" is the default setting. A closed contact signals GPI ON and open contact signals GPI
OFF.
A 10K end of line resistor is used to allow the detector to monitor for open circuit faults in the wiring from the
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4.3.9 Typical Wiring to Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)

The diagram below shows the correct way to wire VESDA-E detectors to a conventional fire alarm control
panel (FACP).
To next detector
or End of Line resistor (EOL)

Detector Fire Panel (FACP)

Normally Closed (NC) Input
FIRE 1 Common (C) EOL = Normal
Normally Open (NO) Short = Fire
Open = Fault
Normally Closed (NC)
URGENT FAULT Common (C)
Normally Open (NO)
Relay shown energized which
is the no-fault condition
(NC)
+ 5-30VDC - (C) The relay is
Unmonitored GPI +
- (NO) energised on reset.
(Set to “Reset”)

Figure 4-37: Typical wiring to a fire panel with EOL

4.3.10 Typical Wiring to Addressable Loop Module

This wiring example is for wiring VESDA-E detectors to a typical third party Input/Output Loop module 3
inputs 1 output.
Note: These are example drawings. Refer to the appropriate product manual for the exact wiring details of
the third party equipment.
Detector 3 Inputs 1 Output Loop Module
EOL*
Normally Closed (NC) Fire Input
Fire 1 Common (C) EOL* = Normal
Normally Open (NO) Short = Fire
Open = Wiring Fault
EOL*
Normally Closed (NC) Pre Alarm
Action Common (C) EOL* = Normal
Normally Open (NO) Short = Fire
EOL* Open = Wiring Fault

Normally Closed (NC) Fault Input

Fault Common (C) EOL* = Normal
Normally Open (NO) Short = Detector Fault
Relay shown energized which Open = Wiring Fault
is the no-fault condition
(NC) The relay is
Unmonitored GPI + 5-30VDC - (C)
+ energised
(Set to “Reset”) - (NO) on reset
To next detector
Monitored GPI
To FACP
(Set to ”Mains OK”)
EOL* = Normal
Short = PSU Fault (NC)
Open = Wiring Fault (C)
(NO)
EOL* PSU
*EOL: End of Line Resistor This shows normal operation (no fault).
The power supply’s fault reporting
relay is energized.

Figure 4-38: Input/Output Loop Module with EOL

4.3.11 Typical Wiring for Monitored GPI for PSU Monitoring

The diagram below shows the correct way to configure power supply monitoring. It also shows where an End
Of Line (EOL) resistor is correctly installed. Refer to Section 4.3.8 on page 38 for further information.

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Legend
A External device (1 to N)
B End of Line Resistor at device end of
wiring
C GPI Pin 1
D GPI Pin 2

Figure 4-39: Power Supply Connection Diagram

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4.3.12 Specify Backup Battery

In the event of a mains power supply disruption, the VEP-A00 detector runs on a backup battery located in the
external power supply (the power supply must be compliant with local fire protection codes and standards).
The size of the battery is determined by:
l local codes and standards
l the total power required by the system
l back up time required
l allowance for reduction in capacity with age
l expected temperature variations

Note: It is recommended that batteries be inspected and changed as per manufacturer’s specifications or
as per local codes and standards.
To facilitate the calculation of the backup battery size, a Battery Calculation Sheet is included below.
Table 4-3: Calculating the size of backup battery
Equipment Normal loads @ 24 V DC Full alarm load @ 24 V DC
Load (A) Qty Total Load (A) Qty Total
Detector set to Fan Speed 1 0.29 0.33
Detector set to Fan Speed 5 0.37 0.40
Other 24V Loads Total Total
(A) (A)
X X
Normal Hours Alarm Hours
=
Normal Capacity Alarm Capacity

Total Capacity =
Normal + Alarm

Multiply by battery
factor X1.25

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4.4 Powering Up
After installing the detector it is necessary to power up the system. The power up sequence lasts
approximately 15 seconds.
The VEP-A00 detector does not have a power switch i.e it is an "always on" device which is activated by
applying powered cabling to the power input terminal on the main board (Figure 4-33). This process must only
be performed by Xtralis accredited personnel.
If the system fails to power up, check all power wires are secured to their terminals and that the polarity is
correct.
On power up:
l The Power LED illuminates and the detector runs a series of self-diagnostic tests.
l If there is a fault, the Fault LED illuminates. To identify the fault, check the Active Event List for the
detector using Xtralis VSC.
l The aspirator starts up and air may be felt flowing out of the exhaust port.

It is normal for the detector to display airflow faults immediately after the first power up and until the air flow
normalization step is done. Reset the detector by pressing the reset button on the front of the unit. This will
unlatch the relays and turn off the Fault LED. Any remaining faults will cause the Fault LED to illuminate
again. Proceed with the preliminary system check.

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4.5 Installation Checklist

Site Name

Address

Detector Serial Number(s) and Date of Manufacture

Name of Installer

Signature

Date

Perform the following checks listed below to ensure that all the necessary items are completed before handing
over to a commissioning engineer.

Installation Checks Done (Y/N)

The detector is securely locked onto the mounting bracket (if in use). Refer to Figure 4-22
on page 27 for further information.
The sampling air pipes are firmly connected to the air inlet ports. Ensure that the pipes are
NOT glued.
The power supply wiring has been connected to the detector.
If required, the end of line resistor for the monitored GPI has been connected. Refer to
Section 4.3.11 on page 39 for further information.
The alarm and fault relay output terminals of the detector have been connected to the fire
panel.
The adhesive tape has been removed from the exhaust port. Ensure that the exhaust pipe
(if fitted) is NOT glued.
The protective film has been removed from the display.
The air sampling pipework has been installed and checked as per the site plans.

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4.6 Preliminary System Check

A preliminary system check is required after installing the VEP-A00 detector, before it is commissioned for
use.
To perform the preliminary system check:
l Power up the detector by connecting the power supply to the Power In terminal.
l Check that the display is functioning.
l Check that the aspirator is functioning by determining whether air is being expelled from the exhaust port.

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5 Configuration
This chapter describes a number of configuration options, user functions and security features of the VEP-
A00 detector that the installer and users must to be familiar with. These include:
l defining connections and connecting to the detector
l security
l detector commands
l configuration options
l relay options
l GPI functions
l default settings

The VEP-A00 detector is initially configured using Xtralis VSC software installed on a PC directly connected
to the USB port. It is necessary to connect to the detector in order to configure it. The procedure for
connecting to the detector is described in Section 5.1.1 below.

5.1 Communication between Xtralis VSC and the detector

In order to allow communication between Xtralis VSC and the detector, the following steps must be
performed:
1. Define a USB Connection Profile and then connect to the detector using USB (See Sections 5.1.1, 5.1.2
and "Adding a USB Connection" below).
2. If using Ethernet as a permanent connection method, then:
l configure the respective parameters in the detector, including the authentication password.
l create a connection profile for Ethernet as required.
l connect to the detector.

USB is used for initial configuration, however it must not be used for permanent connection. Permanent
connection for secondary monitoring must only be done with Ethernet.
For example, the installer would connect directly to a VEP-A00 using the USB port with a laptop running
Xtralis VSC in order to configure the detector to enable Ethernet, the parameters of which could be unique for
each installation. A connection profile would need to be defined for the temporary USB connection, and then
for the permanent connection using VESDAnet, Ethernet.
Note: Refer to the VESDA Communications Guide for further information.

5.1.1 Defining Connection Profiles in Xtralis VSC

There are multiple ways to connect to a VEP-A00 detector. Each connection method requires a range of
information. This information is saved in a connection profile in the Xtralis VSC Connection Manager, which
subsequently enables the user to quickly connect to the detector.

5.1.2 Connection Profile for a Detector

To define a connection to a VEP-A00 detector connected to the PC or laptop via USB, Ethernet, follow this
procedure:
1. In Xtralis VSC, select Connection | Manager from the menu system.
The Connection Manager dialog is displayed (Figure 5-1).

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Figure 5-1: Connection Manager

2. Select Add.
The Add Connection dialog is displayed (Figure 5-2).

Figure 5-2: Add Connection

3. Select the VESDAnet connection option, then select Next.

Adding a USB Connection

1. Select USB, then select Next (Figure 5-3).

Figure 5-3: Select USB

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2. Enter a unique name for the Connection or accept the pre-generated name, then select Finish
(Figure 5-4).

Figure 5-4: Enter a Connection Name

Adding an Ethernet connection

1. Select Ethernet, then select Next (Figure 5-5).

Figure 5-5: Select Ethernet

2. Enter the IP address of the detector. Enter the password that has been set for Ethernet authentication.
Select Next (Figure 5-6).
Note: The IP address and password of the detector is configured in the Ethernet options section
during initial setup with a USB connection. Refer to Section 5.5.3 on page 56 or 1.0.1 on page
1 for further information.

Figure 5-6: Enter IP Address

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3. Enter a unique name for the Connection or accept the pre-generated name, then select Finish
(Figure 5-7).

Figure 5-7: Enter a Connection Name

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5.2 Connecting to the Detector

Once a Connection Profile has been defined, it is possible to connect to the VEP-A00 detector using the
following methods:

5.2.1 Connecting to a detector via USB

Direct connection between the detector and the PC installed with Xtralis VSC can be made using a Type A to
Type B USB interface lead.

Figure 5-8: Connecting to a detector via USB

Connect to a detector using Xtralis VSC
1. If required, define a connection, as described in Section 5.1.2 on page 45.
2. Select Connection > Connect and View.
3. If the previously defined connection profile is set as the default connection, select OK, otherwise select
Details, then select the required USB connection from the list of available connection profiles and select
OK.

5.2.2 Connecting to a detector via Ethernet

Connection using Ethernet cabling between the detector and the PC installed with Xtralis VSC can be made
using a router or switch (Figure 5-9), or directly between the two devices. Complex networks are beyond the
scope of this document.
For a successful connection, Ethernet connectivity must be enabled within the detector, the detector must
have an IP address, and an authentication password must be set. Configuration procedures for these
requirements are detailed below.

Figure 5-9: Connecting to a detector via Ethernet using a router or switch

Enabling Ethernet Connection
The Ethernet connection method only needs be configured once, and then edited if there is a change to any of
the relevant building network connection parameters.
1. Physically connect the detector to the building network.
2. Configure the detector to use Ethernet.

l Connect to the detector using USB following the procedure described in Section 5.2.1.
l In the Ethernet tab for the detector:
l For dynamic IP addresses, set Automatically obtain IP Address to on. Once it has been
successfully allocated, record the IP Address for use in connection profiles. It can be found on the

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detector status screen.

l For static IP addresses, set Automatically obtain IP Address to off and set the IP Address,
Subnet Mask and Default Gateway to a valid address in the building network.
l Set the detector authentication password. Refer to Section 5.3.1 on page 51 for further information.

Connect to a detector using Xtralis VSC

1. Using the normal building network connection process, connect the PC to the network.
2. Add an Ethernet connection using Connection Manager in Xtralis VSC. Refer to Section 5.1.2 for further
information.
3. Enter the IP address of the detector previously set when enabling Ethernet connections. Where the
IP address is not known, it may be viewed on the detector status screen using a USB connection.
4. Enter the Authentication Password previously set when enabling Ethernet connections.
5. Select Connection > Connect and View.
6. If the previously defined connection profile is set as the default connection, select OK, otherwise select
Details, then select the required Ethernet connection from the list of available connection profiles and
select OK.

5.2.3 Connection to a detector via VESDAnet

A VEP-A00 that is part of a VESDAnet network can be accessed via another VESDA-E device acting as a
gateway:
l the VEP-A00 must be physically connected to the VESDAnet, as described in Section 1.0.1.
l another VESDA-E detector can be used as a gateway to communicate between the PC with Xtralis VSC
and any device connected to the VESDAnet.

D Legend
A PC or Laptop
installed with
Xtralis VSC
B Router or access
point
A C D C VEP-A00 used as a
gateway to the
D VESDAnet
D Other VESDA-E
detectors on the
VESDAnet

Figure 5-10: Connection to a detector via another detector on VESDAnet

Alternatively it is possible to connect using a High Level Interface (HLI) connected between the PC or Laptop
with Xtralis VSC and the VESDAnet Socket in one of the devices on the VESDAnet.
Notes:
l The VEP-A00 detector acts as a gateway on VESDAnet and allows a PC connected to the Ethernet,
USB connections to communicate with the gateway VEP-A00 itself and any other device on VESDAnet.
l Refer to the VESDA Communications Guide for detailed information on VESDAnet.

Define a new Connection Profile (USB or Ethernet connection between the PC and the detector
which is acting as a gateway)
1. For VESDA-E detectors, follow the steps in Section 5.1.2 and add a USB or Ethernet connection.

Access the VEP-A00

1. Connect to the gateway device in Xtralis VSC using Connection Manager. The software then
automatically polls the VESDAnet for devices and lists them in the VESDAnet device list.

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5.3 Security
The VEP-A00 has two levels of protection against unauthorized access. For connection via Ethernet, a
password of at least 8 characters must be used. After connection, a four digit PIN is used to control the
access level.

5.3.1 Ethernet Authentication

A password is used to authenticate access over Ethernet connection when using Xtralis VSC.
The password is set in the General options tab for the VEP-A00 detector, and applies to both Ethernet access.
Refer to Section 5.5.3 on page 56 and Section 1.0.1 on page 1 for further information. When creating
connection profiles in Xtralis VSC, the same password must be entered. Refer to Section 5.1.2 on page 45 for
further information.
The password must conform to the following rules:
l 8 or more characters.
l Contains one or more numeric characters.
l Contains both upper case and lower case characters.

5.3.2 Access Control

When accessing the VEP-A00 detector via Xtralis VSC, user functionality is initially limited. For additional
privileges, the user must log in to the detector using an 4 digit numeric PIN code. In Xtralis VSC, select Logon
from the Connection menu and enter the PIN.
Table 5-1: User Access Levels
User Level Access Level Functional Authorization
USR Low This is the USER or the OPERATOR level. The user can view
the event log and change the date and time. They can also
perform selected zone control functions.
ADM High At the ADMINISTRATOR level access is available to most
functions. These include setting alarm thresholds, normalizing
air flows, reset filter, and defining the relay configuration.
DST Absolute The DISTRIBUTOR level allows unlimited access to all the
system commands and parameters.
The default PIN for each level of user is set at the factory. The distributor has access to the PINs for each
level. PIN numbers are disclosed to authorized personnel attending accredited training courses.
After logging in the user has the option to change the default PIN. To guard against unauthorized access, if
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5.4 Commands
The following commands are able to be issued to the detector. As indicated below in Table 5-2, a small
number of basic commands can be executed from the detector via buttons, while the full range of commands
can be executed using the Xtralis VSC software.
Table 5-2: Detector Commands

Command Description Execute From

A button Xtralis VSC
on the Software
Detector
Disable (Isolate) The Disable command disables all the output relays
associated with the detector. The aspirator remains
active.
Enable The Enable command enables all of the output
relays associated with the detector.
Go to Standby The Go to Standby sets the detector to Standby
mode. See Section 7.1 on page 71 for a description
of Standby mode.
End Standby The End Standby command is available when the
detector is in Standby mode. The End Standby
command causes the detector to exit Standby
mode.
Reset The Reset command unlatches all latched alarms
and faults, and returns relays to their normal state.
Clears the Xtralis VSC active event list.
Reset does not enable a disabled detector or
reactivate a detector that is in Standby mode.
Start Normalize Air Flow Starts the air flow normalization process for the
selected detector.
The normalization process determines the reference
flow rate.
The detector can be in normal or disabled mode, but
not standby mode.
The aspirator remains on throughout the
normalization process and no fault is reported unless
the process fails to successfully complete.
The normalizing status may be observed on the
"detailed status" tab in the Xtralis VSC software.
To normalize the detector using the internal
AutoConfig button, press and hold the button until
the AutoConfig LED illuminates, then release the
button. To cancel the normalization process, press
and hold the button for 5 seconds. The LED will turn
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Table 5-2: Detector Commands (continued...)

Command Description Execute From

A button Xtralis VSC
on the Software
Detector
Start AutoLearn Flow In Xtralis VSC you will be prompted to set the period
of time that the environment is monitored to allow
the system to decide what flow thresholds are most
appropriate.
When the AutoLearn has finished, the flow
thresholds are overwritten.
After AutoLearn is complete, review to confirm that
the thresholds are within ranges allowed by local
codes and standards.
Refer to Chapter 6 on page 69 for more information.
To initiate AutoLearn Smoke and Flow using the
internal AutoConfig button, press and hold the button
until the AutoConfig LED starts flashing
(approximately 15 seconds), then release the button.
Cancel AutoLearn Flow Cancels the AutoLearn Flow process.
Flow thresholds will remain at levels set prior to
commencing AutoLearn Flow.
To cancel AutoLearn Smoke and Flow functions
using the internal AutoConfig button, press and hold
the button for 5 seconds. The LED will turn off.
Start AutoLearn Smoke In Xtralis VSC you will be prompted to set the period
of time that the environment is monitored to allow
the system to decide what smoke thresholds are
most appropriate.
When the AutoLearn has finished, the smoke
thresholds are overwritten.
After AutoLearn is complete, review to confirm that
the thresholds are within ranges allowed by local
codes and standards.
Refer to Chapter 6 on page 69 for more information.
To initiate AutoLearn Smoke and Flow using the
internal AutoConfig button, press and hold the button
until the AutoConfig LED starts flashing
(approximately 15 seconds), then release the button.
Cancel AutoLearn Cancels the AutoLearn Smoke process.
Smoke
Smoke thresholds will remain at levels set prior to
commencing AutoLearn Smoke.
To cancel AutoLearn Smoke and Flow functions
using the internal AutoConfig button, press and hold
the button for 5 seconds. The LED will turn off.
Rebuild Zone List Re-learns the list of display modules that are
assigned to the detector on the VESDAnet.
Start Major Fault Test Generates a major fault on the detector and de-
energizes the fault relay for 2 minutes.

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Table 5-2: Detector Commands (continued...)

Command Description Execute From

A button Xtralis VSC
on the Software
Detector
Start Minor Fault Test Generates a minor fault on the detector and de-
energizes the fault relay for 2 minutes.
Start Alarm Test Simulates full scale smoke level which causes the
Alert, Action , Fire 1 and Fire 2 alarm conditions to
occur.
Alarm relays will energize unless the detector is
disabled.
Start Air Flow Fault Test Tests the air flow sensing system by shutting down
the aspirator.
Start Relay Test Tests the available relays by activating and
deactivating as required.
Start LED Test Tests each LED by cycling through all LEDs on the
detector display panel.
Return to Factory Restores the configuration of the detector to the
Defaults initial factory default values.
Set System Date and Sets the detector date and time.
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5.5 Configuration Options

The VESDA-E VEP-A00 detector can be configured using the Xtralis VSC software.
The following sections describe the configuration options available in Xtralis VSC.

5.5.1 General Options

The General options include some basic identification information for the detector.

Figure 5-11: General Options

The General configuration options for the detector are as follows:
l Network Name: The name of the VESDAnet network. (The user can leave this blank if desired.).
l Location: A description of the physical location of the detector. This name will appear on Xtralis VSC
and on the LCD display of the A10 model detector.
l Serial Number: The serial number of the device. This is factory set and cannot be changed.
l VESDA Zone: The unique zone number used to link this detector and remote display/relay devices or
remote relay which output alarm and trouble status for this detector to the Fire Alarm Control Panel.

Authentication
l Change Password: The password used to authenticate Ethernet access. Refer to Section 5.3.1 on
page 51 for further information.

5.5.2 VESDAnet Options

The VESDAnet options provide the ability to control network data transmission behaviour for VESDAnet
connections.
Note: Refer to Section 5.6 for the default settings.

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Figure 5-12: VESDAnet Communications Options

The Communications configuration options are as follows:
l Preferred Port: The preferred VESDAnet port to be used to transmit network data from this device. The
non-preferred port is used if for some reason transmissions on the preferred port fail. For best
performance in large networks, this setting should be randomly distributed between connected devices.
l Loop Open Ended on This Device: This should be checked if the network has been wired so either
VESDAnet port A or VESDAnet B is not connected on this detector. (Xtralis recommends that
VESDAnet ports A and B are always connected so this option should normally not be checked.).
l Minimum interval between status events: The minimum time interval between status updates for the
selected detector.

5.5.3 Ethernet Options

The Ethernet options provide the ability to configure the detector to join an existing wired Ethernet network
using the normal building network connection process or be directly connected to a PC or laptop.

Figure 5-13: Ethernet Options

The Ethernet configuration options are as follows:
Dynamic IP Address Configuration
l Automatically obtain IP Address: Controls whether the VEP-A00 uses a static IP address or
automatically obtains an address from a DHCP server available on the building network. If this option is
selected, the IP address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway fields are disabled. Once the IP address
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Static IP Address Configuration

l IP Address: IPV4 static address. This address must be used when creating a connection profile for the
detector in Xtralis VSC.
l The default IP address is 192.168.0.200. This allows direct connection between a PC or Laptop and
the VEP-A00 using a standard Ethernet lead.
l Prior to connecting the detector to a router or other gateway device, the default address must be
changed to an address in the range used by the router. This can be done by connecting to the
detector using the USB port.
l Subnet Mask: The subnet mask for the network.
l Default Gateway: The IP address of the router or other gateway device that is servicing the network.

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5.5.4 Smoke Threshold Options

The Smoke Threshold options provide the mechanism to set the smoke obscuration trigger point for each
alarm level, and the ability to assign day or night thresholds to cater for different levels of activity in the
protected area during these times.
Refer to Section 5.6 for the default settings.

Figure 5-14: Smoke Threshold Options

The Smoke Threshold configuration options are as follows:
l Day Thresholds: The settings for day time smoke thresholds. The threshold and the delay are used
together to decide when to trigger the alarm condition.
l Night Thresholds: The settings for night time smoke thresholds. The threshold and the delay are used
together to decide when to trigger the alarm condition.
l Delay: The length of time between the alarm threshold being reached and the relay operation
l Cumulative Delay: If checked the delay timer for each alarm condition will not start until both the
smoke level has exceeded the threshold and the delay timer for the previous alarm condition has
expired. If not checked the delay timer for each alarm condition will start immediately when the
smoke level exceeds the threshold.
l Instant Fire: If checked, the Fire 1 time delay is ignored when the smoke exceeds the Fire 1
threshold before the Alert and Action conditions have occurred.
l Significant Smoke Change - Logging: The smoke change level at which an event is recorded in the
Event Log.
l Significant Smoke Change - VESDAnet: The smoke change level at which a smoke status update is
output on VESDAnet.
l Changeover:
l Work Days: Select which days use both day and night thresholds. Night time thresholds are used if
a day is not selected.
l Day / Night Changeover Time: The settings for the timing of the threshold changeover.
l Holidays: The settings used to define a holiday period. Use the dropdown calendars to choose the
start and end times of the holiday (or break) period. Night time thresholds are used during the holiday
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5.5.5 Airflow Options

The Airflow options provide the ability to set:
l limits for what the detector considers to be normal airflow behavior for the sampling pipe network
l which pipe inlets are being used
l aspirator speed

These settings should be confirmed in the ASPIRE design of the sampling pipe network.
Note: Refer to Section 5.6 for the default settings.

Figure 5-15: Airflow Options

The Airflow configuration options are as follows:
l Air Flow: The air flow conditions, as a percentage of the normalized air flow, that will cause a fault to be
reported. If the installation site flow conditions vary significantly, it is recommended that the Major High
and Major Low parameters are set closer to their limits.
l Major High: The level of air flow considered to be so far above normal as to require urgent attention.
l Minor High: The level of air flow considered to be above normal but not urgent.
l Minor Low: The level of air flow considered to be below normal but not urgent.
l Major Low: The level of air flow considered to be so far below normal as to require urgent attention.

Note: The number of pipes able to be configured matches the number of pipes supported by the
detector.
l Significant Flow Change: The amount of airflow change at which an event is recorded in the event log.
l Delay: The length of time between the air flow fault threshold being reached and the fault relay operation.
l Pipes in Use: The pipes that are actually being used. Refer to Section 3.3 on page 15 for further
information. This setting is not available for the VEP-A00-1P.
l Aspirator: Select the required Aspirator Speed setting 1 through 5, as determined using ASPIRE. This
setting is not available for the VEP-A00-1P.

5.5.6 Filter Option

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Figure 5-16: Filter Options

Service Interval (days): The time period after a new filter is installed at which non urgent fault "Filter smoke-
dust limit nearly exceeded " (Fault 767) will be generated.

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5.5.7 Referencing Options

Periodically, smoke and other pollutants from external sources may enter a protected zone temporarily raising
the smoke level. In this case the detector will detect the background smoke and generate an alarm.
Referencing is a system design technique employed to compensate for such rises in background smoke
levels and therefore reduce nuisance alarms in high sensitivity areas.
A separate non-scanning VESDAnet-capable detector is used to draw air from the external source and
produce a reference reading of the background level of smoke and pollutants. The reference reading is then
subtracted from the smoke level of the VEP-A00 detector monitoring the protected area. This allows the VEP-
A00 detector to determine if a rise in smoke levels is due to background pollution or a problem inside the
protected area. The ability to compensate for the background level of smoke greatly reduces the chance of
false alarms.
The smoke level from the reference detector which is subtracted from the smoke level of the VEP-A00
detector monitoring the protected area is limited to 50% of the Fire 1 alarm threshold of the VEP-A00.
A single reference detector can be used by multiple VESDA detectors within the protected area.
The percentage of reference smoke level subtracted can be set differently for each detector monitoring the
protected area. This is set using the dilution factor parameter.
There may be a time delay before the smoke moves from the external source to the protected area. This delay
can be accounted for by delaying the measured reference smoke level before subtracting it from the VEP-A00
detector smoke level. This is set using the delay parameter..
Note: Refer to Section 5.6 on page 66 for the default settings.

Figure 5-17: Referencing Options

The Referencing configuration options are as follows:
l Referencing Enabled: If checked, referencing is enabled.
l Detector: The name of the detector or system which provides the reference signal. Select from other
non-scanning detectors on the VESDAnet.
l Delay: The length of time between the measurement of the external smoke level by the reference
detector and the internal subtraction of this smoke level from the VEP-A00 smoke level.
l Dilution Factor: The percentage of the reference signal to be subtracted from the VEP-A00.

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5.5.8 General Purpose Inputs Options

The General Purpose Inputs options page provides the ability to control the behavior of the Unmonitored and
Monitored General Purpose Inputs (GPIs).
The GPIs can be configured to initiate a number of different actions.

Figure 5-18: General Purpose Input Options

The configuration options are as follows:
l GPI function (Unmonitored) and GPI function (Monitored): Refer to Table 5-3 below for a description
of the individual selections.
l Button Lockout: If the checkbox is ticked the Reset, Disable and Acknowledge functions can't be
executed using the front panel button.

Table 5-3: GPI Operation

Function State Change
5V
External Reset Unmonitored GPI
0V
The detector resets on a 0 VDC to 5 VDC
Reset
rising edge.
Closed
Monitored GPI
Open
The detector resets on a contact closure.
Reset

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Table 5-3: GPI Operation (continued...)

Function State Change
Fault 761
Mains OK Unmonitored GPI 5V

l The detector reports “Power Supply 0V

AC Input Failure” (fault 761) when ≤ 2
VDC.
l The detector does not report “Power
Supply AC Input Failure” (fault 761)
when ≥ 5 VDC.

Monitored GPI Fault 761

Closed
l The detector does not report “Power
Open
Supply AC Input Failure” (fault 761)
while the contact is open.
l The detector reports “Power Supply
AC Input Failure” (fault 761) while the
contact is closed.

Refer to Figure 4-38 in Section 4.3.10 on

page 39 and Section 4.3.11 on page 39 for
further information.
5V
Standby Mode Unmonitored GPI
Standby
l The detector is held in Standby mode 0V

(see Section 7.1) while ≥ 5 VDC. Reset Enabled

l The detector exits Standby mode at a

5 VDC to 0 VDC falling edge.

Monitored GPI
l The detector is held Standby mode
Closed
(see Section 7.1) while contact is
Standby
closed. Open
l The detector exits Standby mode Reset Enabled
when the contact opens.

Note: No alarms can be generated

while the detector is in standby
mode.
5V
Disable Unmonitored GPI
Disabled
l The detector is held disabled while ≥ 0V

5 VDC. Enabled
l The detector is enabled on a 5 VDC
to 0 VDC falling edge.

Monitored GPI Closed

Disabled
l The detector is held disabled while Open
contact is closed. Enabled
l The detector is enabled when the
contact opens.

Note: No alarms are signalled while

the detector is disabled.

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Table 5-3: GPI Operation (continued...)

Function State Change
5V
Use Night-time Unmonitored GPI
Threshold 0V
l The detector uses night-time
Day or Night Night Day or Night
thresholds while ≥ 5 VDC.

Monitored GPI
Closed
l The detector uses night-time
thresholds while the contact is Open
closed. Day or Night Night Day or Night

Note: While the GPI is off (contact

open, voltage ≤ 2V), the day or
night thresholds are determined
according to the internal clock
and the configuration of the
detector (using Xtralis VSC).
5V
Reset + Disable Unmonitored GPI
Disabled
l Detector resets on a 0 VDC to 5 VDC 0V

rising edge and on 5 VDC to 0 VDC Reset Reset and

enabled
falling edge, and;
l Detector is held disabled while ≥
5 VDC.
l Detector is enabled on a 5 VDC
to 0 VDC falling edge.

Monitored GPI Closed

Disabled
l The detector resets on closure or Open
opening of the contact, and; Reset Reset and
enabled
l The detector is held disabled
while contact is closed.
l The detector is enabled when
the contact opens.
5V
Inverted Reset Unmonitored GPI
0V
l The detector resets on a 5 VDC to 0
Reset
VDC falling edge.

Monitored GPI Closed

l The detector resets on the opening of Open

the contact. Reset

Notes:
l When using the standby or disable options it is recommended that all remote displays on VESDAnet are
configured to have the Isolate button locked out.
l When the detector is disabled or set to standby via the GPI, the status cannot be changed through the
normal enable / disable function on the front panel or via Xtralis VSC or a remote display. Refer to
Section 2.3.2 on page 6 for further information.
l When the night-time thresholds are invoked via the GPI, the clock settings for day-start and night-start
are overridden.

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5.5.9 Relay Options

The Relay options page provides the ability to determine which alarm or fault condition is assigned to each
relay and whether each condition is latched. In addition, each relay can be configured Normally Energized or
Normally De-Energized.

Figure 5-19: Relay Options

Relay Assignments: Select the conditions you want to assign to each relay by checking the checkbox(es)
under the relay. The following checkboxes cannot be changed:
l Relay 6 always reports Fire 1
l Relay 3 always reports Urgent Fault and is always Normally Energised.

You can assign more than one condition to a relay.

Normally Energized: The Normally Energized or Normally De-Energized setting of each relay can be
configured using the checkbox in the Normally Energized row:
l If checked the relay is set Normally Energized.
l If unchecked the relay is set Normally De-energized.

In the Normally De-energized mode no drive is applied to the relay coil until the assigned condition such as
Alert or Fire 1 occurs. The Normally Energized mode is the opposite. Drive is removed from the relay coil
when the condition occurs.
The default mode of the relays is listed in Table 4-2.
Latching: If the cause of a condition is removed (for example, smoke decreases below the threshold) and
latching is enabled, the detector “remembers” the condition and holds the corresponding relays and displays in
the active state as though the cause of the condition were still active.
Latching can be enabled for any alarm condition or for urgent or minor fault by checking the corresponding
latching checkbox to the right of the condition.
Beep: The detector's buzzer can be configured using the checkboxes under heading "Beep". If checked the
buzzer will beep when the condition occurs.

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5.6 Factory Default Settings

Table 5-4: Default Settings
Parameter Default Values Range Affected by Return to
Factory Defaults
Minimum Maximum command
General
Network name Blank n/a n/a Yes
Location Blank n/a n/a Yes
Address (VESDA 0 1 254 Yes
zone) 1
Detector Password 2 None n/a n/a No
VESDAnet
Preferred port Port A Port A Port B Yes
Loop open ended Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
Status Update Interval 10 seconds 2 seconds 10 seconds Yes
Ethernet
Automatically Obtain Unchecked Unchecked Checked No
IP Address
IP Address 3 192.168.0.200 n/a n/a No
Subnet mask 3 255.255.255.0 n/a n/a No
Default Gateway Blank n/a n/a No
Smoke Thresholds
Alert 0.08 % obs/m 0.005 % obs/m 2.0 % obs/m Yes
(0.025 % obs/ft) (0.0016 % obs/ft) (0.625 % obs/ft)
Action 0.14 % obs/m 0.005 % obs/m 2.0 % obs/m Yes
(0.044 % obs/ft) (0.0016 % obs/ft) (0.625 % obs/ft)
Fire 1 0.20 % obs/m 0.010 % obs/m 2.0 % obs/m Yes
(0.0063 % obs/ft) (0.0031 % obs/ft) (0.625 % obs/ft)
Fire 2 2.0 % obs/m 0.02 % obs/m 20.0 % obs/m Yes
(0.625 % obs/ft) (0.0063 % obs/ft) (6.25 % obs/ft)
Delays 10 seconds 0 seconds 60 seconds Yes
Cumulative Delay Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
Instant Fire Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
Significant Smoke 0.005 % obs/m 0.0001 % obs/m 0.2 % obs/m Yes
Change – Logging (0.0016 % obs/ft) (0.000031 % obs/ft) (0.0063 % ofs/ft)

Significant Smoke 0.005 % obs/m 0.0001 % obs/m 0.2 % obs/m Yes

Change - VESDAnet (0.0016 % obs/ft) (0.000031 % obs/ft) (0.0063 % ofs/ft)

Work Days Monday through n/a n/a Yes

Friday
Day Night Changeover Time
l Enabled Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
l Day Start 7 AM n/a n/a Yes
l Night Start 7 PM n/a n/a Yes
Holidays

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Table 5-4: Default Settings (continued...)

Parameter Default Values Range Affected by Return to
Factory Defaults
Minimum Maximum command
l Enabled Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
l Start Holiday Blank n/a n/a Yes
Date
l End Holiday Date Blank n/a n/a Yes
Air Flow
Air flow thresholds
l Major High 130% 105% 200% Yes
l Minor High 120% 105% 200% Yes
l Minor Low 80% 25% 95% Yes
l Major Low 70% 25% 95% Yes
Delay 30 seconds 15 seconds 250 seconds Yes
Significant Flow 2.0 L/min 0.5 L/min 5 L/min Yes
Change
Pipes in Use All pipes in use No pipes in use All pipes in use Yes5
Aspirator Speed Setting 1 Setting 1 Setting 5 Yes6
Filter
Service Interval 731 days 1 day 3655 days Yes
Referencing
Referencing Enabled Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
Detector Blank Zone 1 Zone 254 Yes
Delay 2 minutes 0 minutes 15 minutes Yes
Dilution Factor 100% 1% 100% Yes
General Purpose Inputs
GPI Function Reset n/a n/a Yes
(Unmonitored)
GPI Function Mains OK n/a n/a Yes
(Monitored)
Button Lockout Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
Relays
Assignment of Relays See Table 4-2 n/a n/a Yes
to conditions
Normally Energized See Table 4-2 n/a n/a Yes
Latching Checked Unchecked Checked Yes
Beep Unchecked Unchecked Checked Yes
AutoLearn Smoke and Flow Commands
Duration 14 days 15 minutes 16 days n/a

1 The Xtralis VSC software forces the user to move the detector to a valid zone number.
2 The user must set the password the first time. There is no default password.
3 Default value set in factory. Not modified by return to factory defaults command.

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5 Pipes in Use can not be configured for VEP-A00-1P.

6 Aspirator Speed can not be configured for VEP-A00-1P.

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6 Commissioning
The VEP-A00 has been designed to simplify commissioning processes. The AutoLearn function allows the
unit to assess its environment and setup appropriate alarm and flow thresholds.
The detector is programmed using the Xtralis VSC software.
Once the VEP-A00 detector has been commissioned, it will report alarms and faults according to the
parameters defined during installation.
Note: Detectors should be commissioned with a smoke test.
Prior to commissioning the detector:
1. Check that the pipe network is clean and correctly fitted with all joints correctly seated and sealed
(except the endcaps and the pipe which enters the detector which must not be glued). Ensure that the
relevant pipes are selected as in use in Xtralis VSC.
2. Check that the power is connected and on. Ensure that the pipe flow rates comply with the minimum
requirements listed in Section 3.1. Ignore any faults during this time.
3. Set the Pipes in Use value in the Airflow configuration options.
4. Set the aspirator setting to the value used when designing the system in ASPIRE to achieve the required
transport time.
5. Normalize the airflow. This takes approximately 3 minutes, after which the pipe flow rates (%) should be
close to 100%.
6. Reset the detector after normalization. It should now be running without faults, providing the flow rates
are maintained as indicated in Section 3.1.

It is important that the protected environment is working under normal operating conditions when operating the
AutoLearn processes.
Xtralis recommends that a 14 day period is used.
After AutoLearn is complete, review to confirm that the thresholds are within the range allowed by local codes
and standards.
For code-specific information, see Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection on
page iii.

6.1 AutoLearn Smoke

AutoLearn Smoke is initiated by using Xtralis VSC or the AutoConfig button located on the main board of the
detector.
During the AutoLearn Smoke process, the detector determines the average smoke and peak smoke
obscuration levels and sets suitable alarm thresholds for the operating environment. This process will
minimize nuisance alarms due to normal environmental background variations.
During the learning cycle, if an alarm condition occurs, AutoLearn will not complete its cycle. In this situation
the user must restart the AutoLearn process. If AutoLearn is halted, the alarm thresholds will be left at the
previous settings.
Conditions experienced during learning are assumed to be representative of normal operating conditions.
The AutoLearn Smoke learning times can be set between 15 minutes and 16 days, with the default being set
to 14 days.
If AutoLearn is running during the changeover period from Day to Night Thresholds, make sure that AutoLearn
runs for at least an hour in both the Day and Night periods.

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Table 6-1: AutoLearn Smoke range

Alarm Level AutoLearn Smoke Range
Alert 0.005% – 2.0% obs/m (0.0016% - 0.625% obs/ft)
Action (Pre-Alarm) 0.005% – 2.0% obs/m (0.0016% - 0.625% obs/ft)
Fire1 (Alarm) 0.010 % – 2.0% obs/m (0.0031% - 0.625% obs/ft)
Fire2 0.020 % – 20.0% obs/m (0.0063% - 6.25% obs/ft)
For code-specific information, see Codes and Standards Information for Air Sampling Smoke Detection on
page iii.

6.2 AutoLearn Flow

AutoLearn Flow process is initiated within Xtralis VSC or the AutoConfig button located on the main board of
the detector.
During the AutoLearn Flow process, the detector normalizes the airflow and then monitors over time the
average, maximum and minimum air flow levels and sets suitable air flow thresholds that will not give rise to
nuisance flow faults due to normal flow variations.
During the learning cycle, if a flow fault is reached, AutoLearn will not complete its cycle. In this situation the
user must restart the AutoLearn process. If AutoLearn is halted, the flow thresholds will be left at the previous
settings.
Conditions experienced during learning are assumed to be representative of normal operating conditions.
The AutoLearn Flow learning times can be set between 15 minutes and 16 days, with the default being set to
14 days.

6.3 Commissioning Smoke Test

It is recommended that a smoke test be carried out to verify the integrity of the pipe network, to demonstrate
that the system is working and to measure the transport time to the detector.
This test involves introducing a smoke sample at the furthest sampling hole and then measuring the time
taken for the smoke to travel to the detector. Results are logged and compared to subsequent tests to note
variations of the system.
Refer to the VESDA-E Commissioning Guide (document #10195) for details of the commissioning smoke
test.

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7 Maintenance
To maintain the VEP-A00 detector at its peak performance level, the recommended maintenance schedule
shown in Table 7-1 below should be followed.
Table 7-1: Recommended maintenance schedule for the VEP-A00 detector

Maintenance Check Quarterly Six Monthly Annual Biennial

Power Supply and Battery
Check Pipe Network
Pipe Integrity Smoke Test
Check Pipe Flow
Clean Sampling Point
Flush Pipe Network
Replace Filter

Notes:
l The above maintenance steps are preventative maintenance.
l Maintenance can be conducted by the original installer or an authorized distributor or service contractor.
l The required frequency of maintenance checks may vary depending upon local codes and standards and
the environment of the installation.
l When smoke testing is done, follow the site procedures for preventing false alarms to monitoring
services.

Caution: While the detector is disabled or put into Standby mode, no fire warnings will be annunciated by
the detector. Prior to any maintenance or testing:

l Inform the appropriate supervising authority.

l Ensure that any ancillary devices dependent on the detector are isolated before work
commences.

Attention : Pendant que le detecteur ou la zone est desactivee, aucun feu d’indication va etre emis par le
detecteur. Avant tout entretien ou tester:

l Informer les autorité de supervision appropriée.

l S'assurer que tout les appareils auxiliaires dépendants sur le détecteur sont isolés avant
de commencer aucun travail.

7.1 Standby
When maintenance is performed on the pipe network or sample points it is recommended that you temporarily
set the detector to Standby in order to turn off the aspirator. Setting the VEP-A00 to Standby mode
deactivates the aspirator and stops all detection of alarms (but not detection and signaling of faults). Standby
mode is signaled on relay #1 by default. Other relays may also be configured to signal standby mode. Refer to
sections 4.3.6 and 1.0.1 for further information. For example, standby mode may be also signaled as an
additional condition on the Fault Relay (Relay #3).
To set the detector to Standby mode using Xtralis VSC, select Go to Standby from the Device menu. The
Disabled LED will blink and the aspirator will turn off. If configured the buzzer will beep once per minute if the
Standby beep checkbox on the Relay configuration screen (section 1.0.1) is ticked.
To re-activate the unit, select End Standby from the Device menu.

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7.2 Open the Door

Several maintenance functions require that front door be opened.
Open the Front Door

1. Release the door latch by inserting a thin

screwdriver into the hole at the bottom left of the
door and firmly pushing perpendicular to the door
surface.
2. Pull the door open.

Figure 7-1: Open the door

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7.3 Replacing the Filter

To maintain the operational integrity of the detector, it is recommended that the Filter be replaced every two
years, or when a filter fault occurs. It may be necessary to replace the filter more often where the detector is
installed in environments that experience high levels of contamination.
Remove the Filter
Note that it is not necessary to turn off the 24V DC power to the detector when removing and replacing the
filter. The detector will turn off the aspirator when it detects that the filter has been removed and a fault will be
signaled.
1. Open the front door. Ensure that the area around the filter is free of lint and dust before removing the filter.
Refer to Section 7.2 on page 72 for further information.
2. Press on release mechanism in the direction arrowed (Figure 7-2).

Figure 7-2: Release Filter

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3. Tilt the filter towards the left-hand side of the detector (Figure 7-3). The filter has hinge pins at its base
which allow it to be tilted on the chamber manifold.

Figure 7-3: Tilt Filter towards the left-hand side of the detector
4. Lift the filter out of the detector case (Figure 7-4).

Figure 7-4: Remove Filter

Reinstall the Filter
Note: Ensure that the new filter is free of lint and dust.
1. Tilt the filter towards the left and position its hinge pins in their recess (Figure 7-5).

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Figure 7-5: Engage hinge pins

3. Tilt the filter to the right.
4. Firmly press, as shown in Figure 7-6, until the filter makes a distinct clicking sound and no additional
movement is possible.

Figure 7-6: Reinstall the Filter

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7.4 Remove the Fascia

Several maintenance functions require that the fascia be removed from the VEP-A00 detector in order to
perform them.

Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions need to be taken prior to removing the fascia from
the detector. A wrist strap must be connected to the case of the detector (Figure 7-7).

Attention : Les precausions contre le decharge electrostatique dois etre respecter avant d’ouvrir le panneau
du detecteur. Un bracelet doit être raccordé au panneau du détecteur (Figure 7-7).

Figure 7-7: Wrist Strap application

Remove the Fascia
1. Turn off the 24V DC power to the detector.
2. Remove the two screws along side the door hinge, as shown below in Figure 7-8.

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Figure 7-8: Fascia removal - remove screws

3. Remove the fascia and allow it to hang by the two tether straps.

Figure 7-9: Fascia hanging on two tethers

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7.5 Replacing the Aspirator

Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions need to be taken prior to removing the fascia from
the detector. A wrist strap must be connected to the case of the detector (Figure 1-1).

Attention : Les precausions contre le decharge electrostatique dois etre respecter avant d’ouvrir le panneau
du detecteur. Un bracelet doit être raccordé au panneau du détecteur (Figure 7-7).

Ensure the area surrounding the aspirator is clear of dirt and debris prior to replacement.
Care must be taken during aspirator replacement. The aspirator must be correctly seated; it is essential to
ensure that the gaskets are not damaged or dislodged from the underside of the aspirator.
Remove the Aspirator
1. Turn off the 24V DC power to the detector.
2. Open the front door and remove the front fascia. Refer to Sections 7.2 and 1.1 for further information.
3. Disconnect the aspirator cable (A) (Figure 7-10).

Figure 7-10: Disconnect the aspirator cable

4. Remove the six screws holding the aspirator to the detector base (Figure 7-11).

Figure 7-11: Remove aspirator mounting screws

5. Remove the aspirator perpendicular to the detector body (Figure 7-12).

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Figure 7-12: Remove aspirator from the detector

Reinstall the replacement Aspirator

To replace the aspirator, follow the removal procedure in reverse.

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7.6 Replacing the Smoke Detection Chamber

Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions need to be taken prior to removing the fascia from
the detector. A wrist strap must be connected to the case of the detector (Figure 1-1).

(missing or bad snippet)

To replace the Smoke Detection Chamber, perform the following steps:
1. Open the front door and remove the front fascia. Refer to Sections 7.2 and 1.1 for further information.
2. Remove the Sampling Module as described in Section 7.7 on page 84.
3. Remove Smoke Detection Chamber as described below.
4. Install the new Smoke Detection Chamber as described below.
5. Reinstall the Sampling Module as described in Section 7.7 on page 84.

Remove the Smoke Detection Chamber

1. Turn off the 24V DC power to the detector.
2. Remove the Filter. Refer to Section 1.1 on page 1 for further information.
3. Remove the four screws holding the chamber to the detector base (Figure 7-13).

3 4

2
1

Figure 7-13: Undo Chamber retaining screws

4. Disconnect the chamber loom from the connector labeled J3 (Figure 7-14).

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Figure 7-14: Disconnect Chamber Loom

5. Remove the chamber from the detector base (Figure 7-15).

Figure 7-15: Remove the Chamber from the detector base

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Installing the replacement Smoke Detector Chamber

1. Position the two indicated looms as shown in Figure 7-16. Position the indicated loom sections beside
the air flow sensing module, not on top of it. This will ensure that, when installing the chamber, the looms
are not caught between the chamber and the air flow sensing module.

Looms beside
module

Air flow sensing

module

Figure 7-16: Position the gray loom

2. Position the chamber looms (A) and (B) as shown in Figure 7-17.

Figure 7-17: Position the Chamber looms

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3. Re-install the chamber as shown in Figure 7-18. Be careful to hold looms (A) and (B) in the position
shown so that the looms are not caught between the chamber and other parts of the detector.

Figure 7-18: Install the Chamber

4. Secure the four screws which hold the chamber to the detector base (Figure 7-13).
5. Reconnect the loom to J3 (Figure 7-14).
6. Reinstall the Filter. Refer to Section 1.1 on page 1 for further information.

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7.7 Replacing the Sampling Module

Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions need to be taken prior to removing the fascia from
the detector. A wrist strap must be connected to the case of the detector (Figure 1-1).

Attention : Les precausions contre le decharge electrostatique dois etre respecter avant d’ouvrir le panneau
du detecteur. Un bracelet doit être raccordé au panneau du détecteur (Figure 7-7).

Ensure the area around the Sampling Module is clear of dirt and debris prior to replacement.
Care must be taken during Sampling Module replacement. The Sampling Module must be correctly seated in
order for a correct seal to be established between the Sampling Module and the rest of the detector. It is
essential to ensure that the rubber seal on the underside of the Sampling Module is correctly in place.
Removing the Sampling Module
1. Turn off the 24V DC power to the detector.
2. Open the front door and remove the front fascia. Refer to Sections 7.2 and 1.1 for further information.
3. Disconnect the Sampling Module cable (Figure 7-19).

Figure 7-19: Disconnect the Sampling Module cable

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4. Press on the lever on the connector to release the catch (Figure 7-20).

Figure 7-20: Release the Sampling Module cable

5. Undo the three screws holding the Sampling Module (Figure 7-21).

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Figure 7-21: Undo Sampling Module screws

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6. Remove the Sampling Module. Be sure to include the rubber seal on the base of the Sampling Module
(Figure 7-22).

Figure 7-22: Remove Sampling Module

Installing a replacement Sampling Module
1. Firmly press the Sampling Module into the detector in the direction of the arrow shown so that the rubber
seal on the Sampling Module is seated on the pipes in the detector (Figure 7-23). You will feel the module
slide onto the pipes.

Figure 7-23: Reinstall Sampling Module

2. Tighten the three screws and re-connect the Sampling Module cable (Figure 7-19).

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7.8 Spare Parts

The detector's internal components are field replaceable. Table 7-2 below provides a complete list of these
spare parts and each one's ordering number.
Table 7-2: Spare Parts

Part No. Description

VSP-960 VESDA-E VEP Mounting Bracket
VSP-962 VESDA-E VEP Filter
VSP-963 VESDA-E VEP Aspirator
VSP-964 VESDA-E VEP Chamber Assembly
VSP-965 VESDA-E VEP Sampling Module

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8 Troubleshooting
If the VEP-A00 detector identifies a fault condition, the Fault LED on the front of the detector illuminates and
an event containing details of the condition is written to the Xtralis VSC active event list and the detector's
event log. The buzzer will beep once every 30 seconds if the Urgent fault beep and Minor fault beep
checkboxes on the Relay configuration screen (section 5.5.9) are ticked.
The Xtralis VSC software can be used to obtain specific information on the event to enable further
investigation and correction of the fault. The Xtralis VSC Online Help contains descriptions of each fault and
recommended corrective actions.

8.1 Fault Reporting through Relays

VESDA-E devices are often interfaced with Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACPs) or building management
systems (BMS) via relays. In such instances the fault relays signal a fault condition to the FACP or the BMS.
Use the Xtralis VSC software to further investigate the fault.

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8.2 Troubleshooting with Xtralis VSC

The details of fault conditions are written to the detector's event log. The event log can be retrieved using
Xtralis VSC and the date, time, fault number and description of any faults can be viewed.
The Xtralis VSC software also displays any current faults in the active event list. The list displays the date
and time of the fault, the serial number of the device on which the fault has occurred, the zone number, fault
number, and a description of the fault.
For detailed information about a fault, select the fault in the active event list or the event log then press F1.
Xtralis VSC will display the cause and troubleshooting information for the selected fault. Alternatively, select
Help->VSC Help, then select Troubleshooting > Fault Codes.
l For fault codes above 750, select VESDA-E.
l For fault codes between 0 and 89, select VESDAnet faults.

The fault is removed from the active event list once it is cleared.

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A Commissioning Forms
This is the main commissioning form for each customer site.
Table A-1: VESDA-E commissioning form

Customer Name
Site Address

Installer (Name & Contact)

Commissioner (Name & Contact)

Commissioning Checks Done (Y/N) Notes

Aspirator speed setting and pipes in use configured as per
ASPIRE.
Detector alarm thresholds configured.
Detector Normalised.
GPI connected and tested (if used).
Reset detector – Check that detector is running with no
faults.
The alarm and fault relay outputs are wired to the fire
panel.
Test the detector’s Relay outputs connection to the fire
panel using the Xtralis VSC Relay Test command. (Turn
each relay on/off individually.) See below.
Relay 1 Tested (Default assignment = Disable)
Relay 2 Tested (Default assignment = Minor Fault)
Relay 3 Tested (Default assignment = Urgent Fault)
Relay 4 Tested (Default assignment = Alert)
Relay 5 Tested (Default assignment = Action)
Relay 6 Tested (Default assignment = Fire 1)
Relay 7 Tested (Default assignment = Fire 2)
Fire 1 relay connection from Detector to fire panel tested
(using the Xtralis VSC Alarm Test command).
Urgent Fault relay connection to fire panel tested (using
the Xtralis VSC Urgent Fault Test command).
Minor Fault relay connection to fire panel tested (using the
Xtralis VSC Minor Fault Test command).
Smoke Test done. Transport time tested.

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Commissioning checklist for the Remote Display/Relay – If used.

Commissioning Checks Done (Y/N) Notes

Zone number configured.
Have checked that no faults are reported.
The alarm and fault relay outputs are wired to the fire
panel.
Test the Remote Display/Relay’s Relay output
connections to the fire panel using the Xtralis VSC Relay
Test command. (Turn each relay on/off individually.) See
below.
Relay 1 Tested (Default assignment = Disable)
Relay 2 Tested (Default assignment = Minor Fault)
Relay 3 Tested (Default assignment = Urgent Fault)
Relay 4 Tested (Default assignment = Alert)
Relay 5 Tested (Default assignment = Action)
Relay 6 Tested (Default assignment = Fire 1)
Relay 7 Tested (Default assignment = Fire 2)
Fire 1 relay connection from Remote Display/Relay to fire
panel tested (using the Xtralis VSC Alarm Test Command
for the detector).
Urgent Fault relay connection from Remote
Display/Relay to fire panel tested (using the Xtralis VSC
Alarm Test Command for the detector).

Client Representative Name

Test witnessed by:
Date:

Hand Over Documents

Copy of this form
ASPIRE Installation Data Pack
ASPIRE Bill of Materials
Configuration printout from Xtralis VSC for each
detector
Configuration printout from Xtralis VSC for each display
module
Smoke test results
Forms required for compliance with local codes and
standards

Customer's Signature
Date:
Commissioner's Signature
Date:

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A.1 VEP-A00 Detector Commissioning Configuration

To record the detector's configuration you can print it using Xtralis VSC. To print the configuration select the
detector on the Xtralis VSC tree view at left and choose the Print command on the File menu.

A.2 ASPIRE Data

Print the ASPIRE Installation Data Pack (IDP) in order to record the ASPIRE modeling results for the system.

A.3 Smoke Test

Table A-2: Smoke Test commissioning form

Test Results

Test Method

Type of Smoke

Test Date

A.4 Air Sampling Test Results

Table A-3: Air Sampling Test results commissioning form

Pipe 1 Pipe 2 Pipe 3 Pipe 4

Transport Time from *
End Cap Hole
Test 1 Initial Response
Fire1 (Alarm)
Peak Smoke
Test 2 Initial Response
Fire1 (Alarm)
Peak Smoke
* Pipe 1 only for VEP-A00-1P.

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B Glossary
Table B-1: Glossary
Term Description
A Aspirator Impeller type fan used to draw sampled air into the detector.
AutoLearn Smoke A feature which allows the detector to learn its environment
(background pollution, differences between day and night
operations within the facility etc) in order to set appropriate
alarm thresholds for that environment.
AutoLearn Flow A feature which allows the detector to learn its airflow
behavior in the installed environment. This information is
used by the detector to set appropriate airflow trouble
thresholds.
C Capillary Tubes Flexible tubes attached to the sampling pipe network for
sampling specific areas away from the sampling pipe.
Commissioning The process of making a smoke detection system
operational.
Condition For example, Fire 1 condition, Urgent Fault condition. The
detector is said to be in the Fire 1 condition when it has
detected a Fire 1 alarm.
D Disable When the detector is disabled the detector will not signal
alarms and faults via its relays. The detector signals that it is
disabled using Relay 1. (Disable was previously referred to
as isolate.)
E Event Log A data log of events (for example, alarms, troubles, user
commands) which is stored in the detector.

F Fault An urgent fault is a condition where the system requires

urgent attention as it may be unable to detect an alarm
condition.
A minor fault is a condition where the system requires
attention or maintenance, but is still able to detect an alarm
condition.
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) A central monitoring and control system to which all smoke
detectors report their status.
G General Purpose Input (GPI) An input to the detector which can be used to initiate a user
Unmonitored configurable action. Applying a voltage between 5V and
30VDC triggers the selected action.
General Purpose Input (GPI) Monitored The monitored GPI senses contact closure and is
configurable to initiate the same actions as the unmonitored
GPI. In particular, it can be used to monitor the power
supply.
H High Airflow Environment Where there are 10 or more air exchanges per hour.
High Level Interface (HLI) A communications interface between a VESDA device and
other pieces of equipment using another communications
protocol.
L Latching If the cause of a condition is removed (for example, smoke
decreases below the threshold) and latching is enabled, the
detector “remembers” the condition and holds the
corresponding relays and displays in the active state as
though the cause of the condition were still active.

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Table B-1: Glossary (continued...)

Term Description
O Obscuration The reduction in light transmission per meter or per foot due
to the presence of particulates.
R Referencing Referencing is a technique used to reduce false alarms. It
requires VESDAnet.
A separate detector takes readings of the background level
of smoke and pollutants outside of the protected area. These
readings are then referenced to the readings from the
detectors in the protected area. This allows the internal
detectors to determine if a rise in smoke levels is due to
background pollution or a problem inside the protected area.
Relay A device on a detector that has an electrical contact which
can be configured to close when a condition occurs such as
fire alarm or a fault in the detector. This is the primary
method used to signal alarms and faults.
S Sampling Network The pipe network constructed to allow the VESDA-E
detector to draw air for sampling.
Sensitivity Sensitivity refers to sensitivity to smoke. A high sensitivity
denotes response to a lower concentration of smoke than a
low sensitivity.
Standby When the detector is in standby mode the aspirator is turned
off and the detector will not signal alarms via its relays. The
detector signals that it is in Standby mode using Relay 1.
Z Zone A defined area within the protected premises from which an
alarm signal can be received.

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Index
A reset 52
return to factory defaults 54
access level
set system date and time 54
ADM 51, 66
standby 52
DST 51, 66
start air flow fault test 54
USR 51
start alarm test 54
accessories
start AutoLearn flow 53
display module 8, 36, 38
start AutoLearn smoke 53
programmer 38, 89
start lamp test 54
action 5-6, 10, 33, 36, 39, 66
start major fault test 53
airflow 59
start minor fault test 54
alert 5-6, 10, 33, 36, 66
start relay test 54
area coverage 3
commissioning 69, 91, 95
aspirator 3, 5-6, 9, 15, 41-42, 44, 52, 54, 59,
63, 69, 71, 78, 88, 95 smoke test 70

autolearn 10 connection 7, 45
add 46
B
ethernet 47, 49
battery 17, 41, 71
USB 46
button
VESDAnet 50
disable 5-6, 38, 52, 62
D
lockout 62, 64
reset 6, 42, 52 detector
invert 19
C
open the door 72
cable entry point 3, 9, 17-18, 32, 34
remove fascia 76
capillary tubes 95
replace aspirator 78
chamber assembly 3, 5, 80, 88
replace chamber assembly 80
checklist
replace sample module 84
air sampling results 93
replacing the filter 73
commissioning 91
set to standby 71
installation 43
dimensions 9, 11
smoke test 93
disable 5-6, 36, 38, 52, 62-64, 71, 95
commands
display module 8, 36, 38
cancel AutoLearn flow 53
E
cancel AutoLearn smoke 53
disable 52 EOL resistor 17, 38-39

enable 52 ESD 32, 72, 76, 80

normalize air flow 52 ethernet 3, 5, 7-9, 17, 33-34, 47, 51, 56, 62, 66

rebuild zone list 53 event log 3, 10, 51, 58-59, 66, 95

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exhaust 5, 9, 15-18, 29, 42-44 M

F maintenance 10
FACP 36, 39, 89, 95 check pipe flow 71
fault 3, 5-6, 8, 10, 33, 36, 39, 42, 53, 59, 62, check pipe network 71
65-66, 69, 73, 89-90 clean sampling point 71
airflow 89 filter inspection 71
filter 73, 89 flush pipe network 71
network 89 pipe integrity smoke test 71
power 89 power supply 71
system 89 mounting 9, 27, 29, 43
urgent 89 bracket 17
zone 89 location 18
features 3 locking mechanism 27
filter 3, 5, 10, 19, 51, 66, 71, 73, 88 orientation 18
fire 1 5-6, 10, 33, 36, 39, 66 screws 17
fire 2 5-6, 10, 33, 36, 66 mounting template 29
front panel 6, 38
N
G
normalize airflow 44, 52, 59, 69-70
GPI 3, 6-7, 17, 33, 36, 38-39, 41, 45, 62, 89, 95
O
external reset 62
inverted reset 62 obscuration 58, 95

isolate 62 options 58

mains OK 62 airflow 59

monitored 3, 17, 33, 38-39, 41, 62, 95 ethernet 56

power supply voltage 38, 62 smoke threshold 58

reset + isolate 62 P
standby mode 62
PIN code 51
unmonitored 3, 33, 38-39, 62, 95
pipe
use night-time threshold 64
airflow 59
H diameter 15

HLI 8, 50, 95 endcap 15, 69

exhaust 16
I
flow rate 15, 69
isolate 33, 36, 64 inlet pipes 15
L inlet ports 15, 17
installation 15
LED 3, 5-6, 42, 62, 71, 89
length 9
maintenance 71
mounting 18, 27, 29

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network 9, 15, 95 S
network design 15-16
sampling module 5, 84, 88
network testing 70
sensitivity 3, 9, 95
size 9
settings 66
pipe flow rate 15, 69
default 66
pipe length 3
significant smoke change 58
pipe network 3, 5, 15, 59
specifications 9
pipes in use 15, 59
alarm range 9
polarity 33-34, 42
dimensions 9
port
power 9
ethernet 33-34, 50
weight 9
Ethernet 7
standby 52, 63, 71, 73, 78, 80
USB 7, 33-34
supply voltage 9, 33
power 6
battery 41 T
cabling 32-33, 43 temperature 9, 41
consumption 9 thresholds 5, 9
GPI supply voltage 38 action 6, 9-10, 66, 69
socket 33 alert 6, 9-10, 66, 69
supply 33, 39 fire 1 6, 9-10, 36, 66, 69
voltage range 33 fire 2 6, 9-10, 66, 69
wiring 33 troubleshooting 89-90
power source 33
U
power supply 17, 33
USB 5, 7-9, 46
monitoring 38
interface lead 17
power up 42, 44
V
R
VESDAnet 5, 8, 34, 38, 43, 50, 55, 62, 64,
referencing 8, 10 66, 93, 95
relays 3, 5-6, 8-9, 33, 36, 39, 42, 52, 62, 65, polarity 34
89, 95
action 33 W
alert 33 weight 9
fault 33, 36 wiring 32, 38-39
fire 33, 36 address loop module 39
isolate 33 FACP 39
options 65 power 33
remote display 8, 55, 89 VESDAnet 34
reset 5-6, 38, 42, 52, 62, 64, 69
Z
zone 53, 55, 71, 95

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