CAST XFP

Networkable
Analogue Addressable
Fire Alarm Control Panel

1 Loop, 32 Zone Panel

Part No. XFP501/CA

2 Loop, 32 Zone Panel

Part No. XFP502/CA

Engineering
Manual
Approved Document No. DFU5010020 Rev 5 01/10/21
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Press CAST XFP 32 Zone Menu Structure

MENU Button

AL1 - ACCESS LEVEL 1

AL2 - ACCESS LEVEL 2 (Code 3333)
AL3 - ACCESS LEVEL 3 (Code 4444)
AL1
ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 2 * THE MENU OPTION SHOWN WILL ONLY BE
ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 3
AVAILABLE IF RELEVANT TO THE PANEL’S STATUS.
DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS *
DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS *
DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS *
DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST *
LAMP TEST
DISPLAY ALARM COUNTER Total Alarms = nn
Alarms Since nn/nn/nn = n

AL2 CODE AL2 K/S Turn

ENTRY ENTRY KEYSWITCH (K/S)

AL2
ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 3
Total Alarms = nn
DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS *
Alarms Since nn/nn/nn = nn Clear to todays date?
DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS *
Alarms Since nn/nn/nn = nn
DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS *
DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST *
PRINT EVENT HISTORY
LAMP TEST
DISPLAY EVENT HISTORY
DISPLAY ALARM COUNTER
RESET EVENT HISTORY
SET TIME/DATE
EVENT LOG FUNCTIONS
SET/CLEAR DISABLEMENTS ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES
CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 2 CODE ENABLE/DISABLE SOUNDERS
ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUTS
ENABLE/DISABLE RELAYS
AL3 CODE ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES
ENTRY ENABLE/DISABLE FAULT RELAY
ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUT DELAYS

AL3
DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS * CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 2 CODE
DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS * CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 3 CODE
DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS *
DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST * SET COMMS FUNCTION
SETUP PASSWORDS SET PANEL NUMBER
CONNECT TO PC SET PANEL FITTED
NETWORK FUNCTIONS
COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONS LOOP LEARN
ENGINEER FUNCTIONS ADDRESS FUNCTIONS AUTO ADDRESS
SHOW FITTED DEVICES REPLACE/ADD DEVICE
ASSIGN ZONE/GROUP CHANGE ADDRESS
SET DAY/NIGHT TIMES SHOW DUPLICATE ADDRESSES
ENABLE/DISABLE DST ADJUSTMENT FIX DUPLICATE ADDRESSES
CONFIGURE SOUNDER DISABLEMENTS IDENTIFY LOOP CHANGES
SWAPPED DEVICE DETECTION
CONFIGURE POLLING LED
MAKE A CLEAN START

RESTART THE LOOP

SET/CLEAR DISABLEMENTS ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES
MONITOR A POINT ENABLE/DISABLE SOUNDERS
TEST DEVICE OUTPUTS ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUTS
MENU NAVIGATION TEST OUTPUT SETS ENABLE/DISABLE RELAYS
TEST SOUNDERS IN GROUPS ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES
PRESS ACCEPT BUTTON TO MOVE FORWARD. TEST VADS IN GROUPS ENABLE/DISABLE FAULT RELAY
TEST PANEL RELAYS ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUT DELAYS
WALK TEST
PRESS ESCAPE BUTTON TO MOVE BACK.
IDENTIFY LOOP BREAK
LOOP TEST
PRESS SCROLL BUTTON TO MOVE UP. DISPLAY DATABASE
VERSION NUMBERS
PRESS SCROLL BUTTON TO MOVE DOWN. SHOW PSU STATS
ENABLE/DISABLE EARTH FAULT
SHOW DEVICE EEPROM
TURN LEDS ON/OFF
DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTIONS

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CONTENTS
Important notes.................................................................................................................................... 4

Key features.......................................................................................................................................... 5

Installation and wiring......................................................................................................................... 6

The fire panel enclosure................................................................................................................................... 6
Removing the lid and base PCBs...................................................................................................................... 6
Mounting the base onto a wall....................................................................................................................... 7
Planning the cable layout in the panel........................................................................................................... 7
Mains wiring...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting Mains to the Power Supply PCB.................................................................................................. 8
Analogue addressable loop wiring.................................................................................................................. 9
Connecting the analogue loop to the Main Control PCB............................................................................ 10
Conventional sounder circuit wiring............................................................................................................. 10
Auxiliary input wiring..................................................................................................................................... 11
Relay output wiring........................................................................................................................................ 11
Remote PC connection.................................................................................................................................... 12
Aux. 24V output.............................................................................................................................................. 12
Installing the standby battery supply............................................................................................................ 12
Network/repeater wiring (optional)......................................................................................................... 13-14

Controls and indicators................................................................................................................. 15-16

Commissioning and programming ................................................................................................... 17

Recommended commissioning procedure.................................................................................................... 17
Access levels menu structure..................................................................................................................... 17-18
How to enter access level three..................................................................................................................... 19
Fitting the panel’s NVM ‘memory unlock’ link............................................................................................. 19
A detailed description of the functions available at access level 3........................................................ 20-47

Maintenance....................................................................................................................................... 47

Standby battery calculation guide.................................................................................................... 47

Technical specification ...................................................................................................................... 48

CAST XFP 1 Loop, 32 Zone (XFP501/CA)

2831-CPR-F2523
0832-UKCA-CPR-F1052
19 22
2831 CAST XFP 2 Loop, 32 Zone (XFP502/CA)
176b 0832 2831-CPR-F2524
0832-UKCA-CPR-F1053
E&OE. Errors & Omissions Excepted. The manufacturer of this product operates a policy of continuous improvement and
reserves the right to alter product specifications at its discretion and without prior notice. All of the instructions covered
in this manual have been carefully checked prior to publication. However, no responsibility can be accepted by the manu-
facturer for any inaccuracies or for any misinterpretation of an instruction or guidance note.

Manufacturer: Computionics Limited (C-TEC), Challenge Way, Martland Park, Wigan, Lancashire WN5 0LD. www.c-tec.com

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Symbols General Warning Sign Danger Electrical Hazard

Read these instructions thoroughly before installation and operation

IMPORTANT NOTES
This equipment MUST only be installed and maintained by a suitably skilled and
technically competent person. Ensure you have attended C-TEC’s Authorised Training
Course before handling the panel.
This equipment is a piece of Class 1 permanently connected equipment and MUST BE EARTHED.
CAUTION: DO NOT connect or disconnect the panel’s internal wiring / looms, or terminate
field wiring at the PCBs, with the panel’s power applied (either mains or battery). Failure to
observe this WILL destroy the panel’s electronic components and the warranty will be void.

Items supplied with this panel

• Engineering manual (Document No. DFU5010020). This manual MUST NOT be left accessible to the user.
• User Manual / Log Book (Document No. DFU5020000)
• Key for unfastening / securing the panel lid
• Electrical accessory pack containing:
6K8 0.25W EOL resistors for the two conventional sounder circuits
T 1A H 250V 20mm ceramic fuse (spare primary fuse)
3.15A F 20mm ceramic fuse (spare battery fuse)
Battery connection kit (red wire, black wire and green link wire)

System design
Fire alarm system design is beyond the scope of this document. A basic understanding of general fire
alarm system components and their use is assumed. Contact the Fire Officer concerned with the property
at an early stage in case there are any special requirements. We strongly recommend that a suitably
qualified and competent person is consulted regarding the design of the fire alarm system and that
the system is commissioned and serviced in accordance with the laid down specification and national
standards. In the UK we recommend you read BS 5839: “Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for Buildings
(Code of Practice for System Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance)”. Other national, or
local standards of installation should be referenced where applicable.

Cable types and limitations

All system wiring should be installed to meet national standards - in the UK these are
BS 5839 Part 1 and BS 7671 (Wiring Regulations). Fire-resistant, screened cable should be used
throughout the installation. FOR NETWORK WIRING 2-CORE SCREENED, ENHANCED FIRE-RESISTANT
CABLE IS RECOMMENDED. This not only shields the data moving through the cables from outside
interference but is essential to ensure compliance with EMC regulations. Cables such as FP200, Firetuf,
Firece and MICC may be acceptable provided they meet national standards / the system specification.

EN54 Compliance Statement

This fire alarm panel is fully compliant with the requirements of EN54 Part 2 (Fire detection and fire alarm
systems, control and indicating equipment) and EN54 Part 4 (Fire detection and fire alarm systems, power
supply equipment) and is certified as meeting these standards by the Loss Prevention Certification Board
(LPCB) - unless stated.
Note that some of the engineer functions provided on the panel go beyond the scope of EN54-2. A
caution symbol (left) is used to indicate where such a function is non-compliant with EN54-2.
DO NOT affix the LPCB approval label (supplied) to the front of the panel if it has been configured
to operate in a way that would make it non-compliant with the requirements of EN54-2.

Equipment guarantee
This equipment is NOT guaranteed unless the complete installation is installed and commissioned in
accordance with the laid down national standards (in the UK this is BS 5839 Part 1) by an approved
and competent person or organisation.
Anti-static handling guidelines
Always observe appropriate electro-static handling guidelines before handling the panel’s
PCBs, or any other static-sensitive components.

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KEY FEATURES
The CAST XFP 1 loop, 32 zone (Part No. XFP501/CA) and CAST XFP 2 loop, 32 zone (Part No. XFP502/CA)
analogue addressable fire alarm panels are designed for use with fire and security systems and offer
the following features:
• Certification by the LPCB to EN54 parts 2 and 4.
• Full compatibility with C-TEC’s CAST® (C-TEC Addressable System Technology) - a powerful,
proprietary communication protocol.
• Short-circuit protected loop drivers (rated at 450mA max, 40V), each capable of supporting up to
255 addressable CAST devices per loop, giving 510 devices for a 2 loop panel. Each CAST Loop
device is fitted with a short-circuit isolator.
• Two CAST device addressing options - automatically by the panel (AUTO ADDRESS & LOOP LEARN
functions), or manually using the CAST Handheld Programmer (Part No. CAPROG).
• Ability to change a device’s address.
• Ability to detect and fix duplicate addresses.
• Ability to detect swapped loop devices.
• Ability to turn all device polling LEDs on/off.
• Fast response time from fire detection to multiple output groups.
• Two independently programmable conventional sounder circuits.
• Two programmable auxiliary inputs (non-monitored).
• A fault relay output and three programmable relay outputs with volt-free changeover contacts.
• A selection of zone dependency functions (EN54-2 Clause 7.12, type A, B or C) as detailed below:
Type A - If there is an alarm from a detector, the panel will look for a confirmatory alarm from
the same, or another, detector in the same zone before a full alarm is established. If there is no
confirmatory alarm, the first alarm will automatically reset.
Type B - As type A except the confirmatory signal must be from another detector in the same zone.
Type C - As type A except the confirmatory signal may also be from another zone and the first
alarm will not automatically reset.
• A day (building occupied) and night (building unoccupied) timing function.
• An investigation delay period function (programmable for length of time, which zones it applies
to and whether or not it operates in day/night mode).
• Individual sensitivity settings for each device.
• EN54-2 Clause 7.8 re-sounding fire alarm devices.
• EN54-2 Clause 7.11 delays to outputs and a phased evacuation facility.
• EN54-2 Clause 7.13 alarm counter to record the number of alarm states (maximum of 999 counts).
• EN54-2 Clause 8.3 reporting of faults from heat detectors, optical detectors & multi-detectors.
• EN54-2 Clause 9.5 disablements of addressable points individually.
• An integral 2.5A EN54-4 switched mode PSU.
• Earth fault monitoring.
• Keypad code to enter access levels 2 & 3. Keyswitch entry to access level 2.
• 40 characters of custom text per device.
• Comprehensive EN54-2 Clause 10 test with maintenance and commissioning functions.
• Windows based PC programming tools (Part No. XFP507) that MUST be used to configure the system.
• Certified with the following options with requirements from EN 54-2: 1997:
Clause 7.8 output to fire alarm devices.
-
Clause 7.11 delays to outputs and a phased evacuation facility.
-
- Clause 7.12.1 Dependencies on more than one alarm signal – Type A
- Clause 7.12.2 Dependencies on more than one alarm signal – Type B
- Clause 7.12.3 Dependencies on more than one alarm signal – Type C
Clause 7.13 alarm counter to record the number of alarm states (maximum of 999 counts).
-
- Clause 8.3 reporting of faults from points (heat detectors, optical detectors & multi-detectors).
- Clause 9.5 disablements of addressable points individually.
Clause 10 test condition.
-
Note: The CAST XFP network and XFP repeaters
Networking (Optional) have not been assessed to EN54-2.

If required, the panel can be configured to sit on a non-redundant network of up to eight connected
CAST XFP main panels (any variant), OR you can have up to eight XFP repeaters connected to one
non-networked CAST XFP main panel. FOR NETWORK WIRING 2-CORE SCREENED, ENHANCED FIRE-
RESISTANT CABLE IS RECOMMENDED. If you want to utilise either of these options, the panel will
require a separately available network driver card (Part No. AFP711). See pages 13-14 for details.

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INSTALLATION AND WIRING

The fire panel enclosure
The panel is supplied with a hinged metal lid, metal back box and four separate PCBs (Main Control PCB,
Power Supply PCB, Switch & Indicator PCB, LCD PCB). Space is available inside the panel for the rated
capacity of VRLA backup batteries and an optional network driver card.
The panel MUST be installed indoors in an area that is NOT subject to conditions that are likely to
affect its performance, e.g. damp, salt-air, water ingress, extremes of temperature, physical abuse, near
sources of electromagnetic interference, such as high current machines, welding equipment, etc.
The panel should be sited at a height where it is easily accessible and in a prominent position within
the building. Ideally, its front panel indicators should be at eye level. Typical locations for the panel
are in the entrance foyer/hallway at ground floor level (the first and most obvious point of contact for
emergency services), or a permanently manned security office.
It is recommended that you remove the panel’s lid and base PCBs before first fix installation to protect
the electronics from damage (see Fig.1 below).

Removing the lid and base PCBs

Fig.1 : Location of the panel’s base PCBs and removal details
POWER SUPPLY PCB
BASE EARTH EARTH DISTRIBUTION
10-WAY PSU LOOM DISTRIBUTION STRAP
LID EARTH STRAP POST

TELECOMS-STYLE LID/BASE
CONNECTOR CABLE

LCD PCB
MAIN POWER
CONTROL SUPPLY
PCB PCB
SWITCH & INDICATOR PCB

PCB RETAINING
SCREWS

FERRITE CLAMP

TWO-WAY LID/BASE
CONNECTOR CABLE

CAUTION: ISOLATE THE PANEL’S MAINS AND BATTERY SUPPLIES BEFORE

REMOVING THE LID AND BASE PCBs.

To remove the lid:

• Undo the two lid screws using the hex key provided.
• Hinge the lid 180° to the left (do not overbend the hinges) and remove the lid’s earth strap
spade connector.
• Disconnect the telecoms-style lid/base connector cable at the Main Control PCB.
• Disconnect the two-way lid/base connector cable at the Main Control PCB.
• Remove the four retaining nuts that secure the hinges and lift off the lid.

To remove the base PCBs:

• Disconnect the 10-way PSU loom at the Main Control PCB.
• Pull the Power Supply PCB’s earth distribution strap off the spade connector at the base earth
distribution post.
• Remove the PCB retaining screws located bottom left hand side of both PCBs.
• Slide the PCBs up and over their mounting pillars, taking care not to damage any components.
• Store the PCBs in a clean, dry place which is free from vibration, dust and excessive heat.
Retaining the PCBs in a suitable cardboard box will also guard them against mechanical damage.

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Mounting the base onto a wall

The panel can be surface, or semi-flush mounted onto a vertical wall, ≤2 m mounting height, using
the four mounting holes provided (note that an optional bezel, Part No. XFP735, is available for semi-
flush mounting).
To access the mounting holes, first remove the panel’s lid and base PCBs, as detailed on page 6. The
mounting holes are suitable for use with No.8 roundhead or countersunk screws.
Always assess the condition and construction of the wall and use suitable screw fixings for the in-service
weight of the product. Any dust or swarf created during the fixing process must be kept out of base.

Fig.2 : Location of mounting holes and knockouts / side view of panel for flush mounting

60mm
These two knockouts are
BASE TOP
reserved for incoming
mains cable only

BASE
WALL

Planning the cable layout in the panel

All cables should be brought into the panel via the knockouts provided.
Note that the analogue loop and conventional sounder circuit cabling is
classed as extra low voltage and MUST be segregated away from mains
voltages. Careful planning is needed to ensure this.
Leave sufficient tails inside the panel to ensure straightforward connection of
the field wiring to the panel’s terminals. Knockouts should be removed with
a sharp, light tap using a flat 6mm broad-bladed screwdriver, as shown in the
diagram (right).
Always ensure if a knockout is removed, the hole is filled with a good quality
strain relief cable gland. Any unused knockouts must be securely blanked off.

Mains wiring
All wiring should be installed in accordance with the current edition of the IEE Wiring Regs. (BS 7671), or
relevant national standards. The minimum requirement for the mains supply to the panel is fixed wiring
(no less than 1mm2 and no greater than 2.5mm2), either using 3-core cable, or a suitable three conductor
system fed from an isolating switched fused spur at 3A, or a 6A Type B circuit breaker to IEC/EN60898-1.
The mains supply MUST be exclusive to the panel and be reliably earthed at the indicated earthing post.
As an alternative to a switched fused spur, a double-pole isolating switch (S), with 3mm air gaps on the
contacts & switching L & N only, may be used in the mains feed from the Main Distribution Board (A) to
the Panel (C), providing it meets the appropriate wiring regulations (see drawing below).

Hint! C-TEC’s Fire Alarm Control

Panel Mains Keyswitch (Part No.
BF319) is a lockable, double- A C
pole keyswitch that provides
secure switching of mains supply S
to a fire alarm panel (BF319 is ≥ 1.0 mm2 < 2.5 mm2
available @ www.c-tec.com).

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Connecting Mains to the Power Supply PCB

The panel’s PSU combines the functions of a power supply unit, battery charging unit, battery
monitoring unit and earth fault monitoring unit. It is positioned in the panel’s enclosure as shown in
Fig.3 below.

CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT MAINS TO THE POWER SUPPLY PCB UNTIL THE INSTALLATION
IS COMPLETE AND ALL RELEVANT PCBs ARE CORRECTLY FITTED IN THE PANEL.

Fig.3 : Power Supply PCB layout and mains connection details (Full Protective Cover & Cable Cover
shown fitted)
Incoming Mains Cable
This cable MUST be segregated
from other cables. Good quality
cable glands MUST always be fitted.

PSU Earth Distribution Strap

The strap MUST be connected
to the spade on the base earth
distribution post before operation.

THIS L N
Base Earth Distribution Post
WAY UP
spring
CONN1
nut washer

3 x plain Cable cover removed

washer PSU Earth
Distribution
Strap

Do not untighten lower nut

Primary Fuse (F1)

Exposed Live parts
L N under fuse cover.
Isolate before
PL1
C
CONN
ONN1
O
ONNN
N11 removal.

10-way PSU loom Mains Input (CONN1)

(connects to the L = Live (BROWN)
Main Control PCB). N = Neutral (BLUE)
F3 = Earth (GREEN/YELLOW)
DO NOT REMOVE
WHEN PANEL IS The incoming mains
POWERED! earth wire MUST be
connected to the
BAT
FUSE F terminal marked
3.15 A H
and NOT to the base
+ _
earth distribution
Battery Fuse (F3)
post.
BAT1

Battery Connector (BAT1) WHEN THE RED ‘HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES

(Leads supplied in the panel’s PRESENT’ LED IS LIT HAZARDOUS
accessory pack.) See page 12 VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT UNDER THE
for connection details. COVER. ALLOW TO DISCHARGE FOR AT LEAST 5
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVAL & HANDLING.

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Analogue addressable loop wiring

Fig.4 below shows a typical analogue addressable loop complete with detectors, manual call points,
loop-powered sounders/VADs and I/O units. Connect the loop to the relevant 5mm connector block on
the Main Control PCB and terminate screens at the panel’s earth (Eth) terminals, as detailed on page 10.

Fig.4 : Typical analogue addressable loop Hint! Refer to www.c-tec.com for C-TEC’s
CAST range of compatible devices.

Active Input Fault

Polling

CAST Zone Conventional manual call points & detectors

Monitor Unit

CAST Mains Switching CAST Loop Devices

I/O Unit
Compact Sounder or VAD
or Sounder VAD
Active Input Fault

Monitored Input
Polling

Base Sounder or VAD

Mains Switching Output or Sounder VAD
Fire Output
Active Input Fault

Polling

Base c/w Detector

Fault Input
CAST Mini I/O Unit
Detector c/w mounting
base on Sounder/VAD CAST I/O Unit
Monitored Switch Input
Relay Output Hi-Output Sounder
or Sounder VAD

Manual Call Point

Loop 1
(Loop 2 not
LOOP 1 A (OUT) LOOP 1 B (RETURN)
shown)

Relay Output 1 (programmable) Auxiliary Input 1 (programmable)

Relay Output 2 (programmable) Auxiliary Input 2 (programmable)
Relay Output 3 (programmable)
Conventional Sounder Circuit 1 (programmable)
Fault Relay Output
100mA, +24Vdc Output Conventional Sounder Circuit 2 (programmable)
CAST XFP 1/2 LOOP
32 ZONE MAIN PANEL

Design issues - reducing faults and their consequences

To ensure a reliable system, it should be designed and maintained to local design and installation
regulations. The CAST XFP panel has a short circuit protected loop driver fitted and also short circuit
isolators fitted in every CAST loop device. A single short circuit or open circuit fault will have no detrimental
affect on the operation of the system but a loop integrity fault will be shown at the panel.
Note that a critical design issue with any analogue fire system is the combined effect of loop resistance,
loop capacitance and the current demand of devices connected to the loop. Factors that influence this
include loop length, cable diameter, cable type and the number and type of devices. There are no hard
and fast rules regarding these factors as every situation is unique. However, if the following general
rules of thumb are followed, the loop WILL almost certainly work.
• Absolute maximum loop length = 1km, with either 1mm2 or 1.5mm2 cables.
• If loop sounders are required, use 1.5mm2 cable and DO NOT fit more than the maximum circuit rating
detailed in the technical specification (see page 48).
The above SHOULD NOT be considered the maximum panel operating conditions as many other
permutations are possible. Always refer to the supplied device instructions before installation.

Hint! An XFP Loop & Battery Calculator Tool is available for download on C-TEC’s website in
the Support Hub to assist with system designs (available @ www.c-tec.com).

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Connecting the analogue loop to the Main Control PCB

One or two analogue loops are provided (model dependent) each capable of supporting up to 255
addressable devices per loop, giving 510 devices for a 2 loop panel.

Each loop should be connected to the Main Control PCB terminals marked: A+, A- (LOOP A OUT) and
B+, B- (LOOP B RETURN), as shown in Fig.5 below. The loop’s earth screens should be connected to the
Main Control PCB terminals marked: Eth.

Fig.5 : Typical analogue addressable loop connection (2 loop panel shown)

Analogue Loop 1

THIS
LOOP 1A (OUT) LOOP 1B (RETURN) WAY UP

I/O RLY1 RLY2 RLY3 Fault

/P1 I/P2 0v NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO + S1 - + S2 - Eth A+ A- Eth B+ B- Eth A+ A- Eth B+ B- Power Supply L N
Sounder
Circuits

LOOP 1

LOOP 2

PCB
CONN
CO
CONN1
ONNN1
N1
N 1

Main Control Additional Loop 2

Connector
PCB (if required)
NVM

BAT
FUSE F
3.15 A H
+ _

BAT1

Hint! C-TEC’s ActiV Sounder range

are compatible with this fire alarm
Conventional sounder circuit wiring panel (available @ www.c-tec.com).

Two conventional sounder circuits are provided. See technical specification (page 48) for circuit
limitations. If a full complement of sounders are to be used, split them equally across both circuits.

A 6k8 end of line (EOL) resistor (provided) MUST be connected at the end of each sounder circuit to
allow the wiring to be monitored. If the sounder circuit is unused, the 6k8 resistor MUST still be fitted
at the panel terminals.

Each sounder circuit should be connected to the Main Control PCB terminals marked: S1+, S1- and S2+,
S2-, as shown in Fig.6 (page 11). Terminate earth screens at the panel’s base earth distribution post, as
shown in Fig.6, page 11.

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Fig.6 : Typical conventional sounder circuit connection

POLARISED POLARISED POLARISED

SOUNDER SOUNDER SOUNDER
+
Conventional Sounder SOUNDER + + + EOL
Circuit S1 CCT 1 RESISTOR
(6k8 ohm)
-

+
DO NOT SPUR
(Wiring not monitored)
✗
screens

I/O RLY1 RLY2 RLY3 Fault + S1 - + S2 -

+24v I/P1 I/P2 0v NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO Eth A+ A- Eth B+ B- Eth A+ A- Eth B+ B-
Sounder
Circuits

LOOP 1

LOOP 2
Base Earth Distribution Post
spring
washer
Additional Conventional Main Control nut 3 x plain
Sounder Circuit S2 washer
(if required)
PCB
screens
PSU Earth
crimped
Note about earthing of screens connection Distribution
Strap
All screens should be adequately insulated and connected between
the nut and washers on the base earth distribution post using Do not untighten lower nut
crimp connectors. The base earth distribution post is provided
+ –
for terminating earth screens or drains and is NOT the main earthing point.BAT1 The installer must review the
external earth bonding (if required) with respect to the national wiring rules. If the installation requires
protective earth bonding, then this must be applied externally and in conjunction with the type of earthing
system employed on site.

Auxiliary input wiring Fig.7 : Typical auxiliary input wiring

Two programmable auxiliary input connections (non-monitored) are Input 1

provided. These can be programmed using the panel’s PC programming Input 2
tools to operate as required. The wiring for each input should be connected
to the Main Control PCB terminals marked: I/O, as shown in Fig.7 right.

If applicable, i.e. in electrically noisy environments, input wiring screens I/O

should be terminated at the panel’s base earth distribution post, as +24v I/P1 I/P2 0v
detailed in Fig.6 above.

Relay output wiring

Four volt-free relay output connections are provided - a failsafe fault output*, which switches for any
fault condition and three programmable auxiliary relay outputs. All four relays are capable of switching
1A @ 30Vd.c. and MUST NOT be used for directly switching mains voltages.
* In the event of total de-energisation of the fire panel the fault relay will change state.
The three auxiliary outputs (Relays 1, 2 and 3) can be programmed using the panel’s PC programming
tools to operate as required but their default operations are:
Relay 1 : Switches when any zone goes into fire, switches back when the panel is silenced.
Relay 2 : Switches when any zone goes into fire, switches back when the panel is reset.
Relay 3 : Has no default operation. Fig.8 : Relay output detail
It is recommended that customers wire to the normally closed RLY1 RLY2 RLY3 Fault
NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO
(N/C) terminals on the fault relay, as this is standard industry
practice.

Fig.8 (right) shows how the outputs work.

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Remote PC connection Fig.9 : Connecting a PC to the panel’s RS232 connector

A four-way RS232 molex connector BF232
Control Panel (USB-to-RS232 Convertor)
(PL1) is provided on the Main To Molex
To USB

Control PCB for the connection of a Main Control Programming Connector

Windows based PC/laptop. PCB

PC/Laptop
The ONLY way to program this panel
SAF7070000
is to use the panel’s PC programming (Molex-to-RS232 Lead)
RS232 Connections

tools (Part No. XFP507).

The SAF7070000 lead supplied with
the tools should be used to connect
the panel and PC as shown in Fig.9 Hint! Application Note 0001.0 (Setting up a Serial Comm
right. Port on a PC) is available for download on the C-TEC
Note: A USB to RS232 connector is website to assist with setting up panel to PC comms.
also available (Pt. No. SAF8080000).

Aux. 24V output

One fused 24Vd.c. output, rated at 100mA, is provided and can be used for supplying power to ancillary
fire alarm equipment.

Installing the standby battery supply

There is a risk of explosion if incorrect battery types or sizes are used. Always replace both
batteries and always dispose of used batteries in accordance with the battery manufacturers
instructions and local regulations. Batteries are heavy and can produce dangerously high
currents if shorted. Take care when handling and routing battery leads to avoid damage.

Two new, good quality and fully charged 12V valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) batteries are required
as the emergency stand-by power supply for the panel. The batteries should be connected in series and
located in the panel’s enclosure, as shown in Fig.10 below. Battery leads and link wire are provided in
the panel’s accessory pack. Run the battery leads through the slits in the panel’s lower plastic ribs and
secure the batteries into position using cable ties if required.
The panel’s sophisticated battery monitoring unit protects the batteries against deep discharge by
activating a cut off circuit when the stand-by supply voltage reaches 21V approx. If batteries are not
fitted, are discharged or in poor condition, a PSU fault will show at the panel.
The capacity of the batteries used will depend upon the required stand-by time. To calculate the
batteries required for any given stand-by period, refer to the battery calculation guide on page 47.

Fig.10 : Battery location and connection details

Green link wire

12V Battery 12V Battery

Space for Space for

I
– +
O

battery battery
Black wire to Red wire to
Power Supply PCB Power Supply PCB
(BAT1- terminal) (BAT1+ terminal) Leave adequate clearance for
keyswitch when fitting batteies

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Note: The CAST XFP network and XFP repeaters

Network/repeater wiring (optional) have not been assessed to EN54-2.
CAST XFP’s network protocol allows connection of up to eight CAST XFP main panels (any variant) over a
2-wire RS485 non-redundant network. Alternatively, the network can connect up to eight XFP repeaters
to one non-networked CAST XFP main panel. FOR NETWORK WIRING 2-CORE SCREENED, ENHANCED
FIRE-RESISTANT CABLE IS RECOMMENDED.
It is NOT possible to mix CAST XFP main panels and XFP repeaters on the same network.

Key features of the non-redundant network protocol when used for connecting CAST XFP main panels:
• Allows the connection of up to eight CAST XFP main panels (any mix of 1 loop 16 zone CAST XFPs
and 2 loop 32 zone CAST XFPs)
• Up to 1km of cable may be fitted to a CAST XFP main panel network.
• Each networked CAST XFP main panel can be programmed to:
Accept Fires from other main panels.
Accept Faults from other main panels.
Accept Control actions from other main panels, e.g. Silence Alarm Sounders and Control Panel Reset.
Accept Disablement commands from other main panels for zones, sounders and output sets.
(Each of these four functions may be individually selected via the panel’s PC programming tools.)
• All panels monitor all other panels for network wiring faults.
• Fires on remote panels are displayed on local panels including the point description of the alarm’s origin.
• Faults on remote panels are displayed on local panels.
• Cause and effects can be programmed into local panels dependent on which remote panel is in alarm.
• The network supports the programming of site information into remote panels from a PC
connected at a local panel.
• Time and date is common to all panels throughout the network.

Key features of the non-redundant network protocol when used for connecting XFP repeaters
• Allows the connection of up to eight XFP repeaters (any mix of 1 loop 16 zone repeaters and
2 loop 32 zone repeaters) to any non-networked main panel.
• Up to 500m of cable may be fitted to an XFP repeater network.
• Each XFP repeater offers all the functions and controls of a CAST XFP main panel.

Any CAST XFP main panel connected to the non-redundant network requires the installation of a
network driver card (Part No. AFP711), as shown in Fig.11 below. Repeaters come with a network
driver card already fitted. Typical network wiring details are shown in Fig.12, page 14.
Fig.11: Installing the Network Driver Card
CAUTION: BEFORE INSTALLING THE NETWORK DRIVER CARD, ISOLATE THE MAINS SUPPLY
AND DISCONNECT THE PANEL’S BATTERY BACK-UP SUPPLY.
With reference to the diagram below: I/O RLY1 RLY2 RLY3

• Disconnect the 10-way PSU loom, the lid/base connector

cable and all remaining connections from the top of the
Main Control PCB.
•  Unfasten the retaining screw at the bottom left of the
Main Control PCB and slide the PCB up and over its Main Control
mounting pillars. CONN1 PCB

• Insert the two hexagon spacers (supplied with the Network

network driver card) through the holes on the Main Driver
Control PCB and secure them using the nuts and washers Card
(supplied), see right.
• Take the network driver card and line its holes up with
the two hexagon spacers, ensuring that it’s 6-way pin
connectors are correctly inserted the Main Control PCB. 6mm slotted screw
NETWORK DRIVER CARD
• Secure the card onto the hexagon spacers using the two
6mm slotted screws (supplied). Hexagon spacer

•  Refit the Main Control PCB and all relevant connection MAIN CONTROL PCB
cables previously removed. Ensure that the PCB retaining Washer

screw is firmly fastened down. Nut

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Note: DIP switch (SW1) on the network driver card has no function when used with this panel.
However, all networked CAST XFP main panels require a unique ID number (1 to 8) assigning.
To assign this number and set up network comms, see NETWORK FUNCTIONS page 22 for details.
XFP repeaters DO NOT require an ID number.

Fig.12 : Typical network wiring

The network wiring should be installed to meet BS 5839: Part 1 and BS 7671 (Wiring Regulations) and/or
other national standards of installation where pertinent - see ‘cable types & limitations’, page 4.

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT 2-CORE SCREENED, ENHANCED FIRE-RESISTANT CABLE ≥1 MM2 IS USED FOR
NETWORK WIRING.
At each network driver card, connect A to A, B to B and terminate incoming and outgoing screens to
terminal C only as shown below.
At ONE network driver card only, connect A to A, B to B and terminate screens to the panel’s base
earth distribution post as shown below.

MAXIMUM NETWORK LENGTH = 1KM

A
B

RS485
A C
B A
RS485

C B
A CONN1

B
CONN1 Panel N

Panel 1
Network
Base Driver
Earth Card
Distribution Network (AFP711)
Post Driver
Card
(AFP711)
FOR OTHER NETWORKED PANELS
DO NOT CONNECT SCREENS TO THE
BASE EARTH DISTRIBUTION POST
AT ONE PANEL ONLY CONNECT SCREEN
TO THE BASE EARTH DISTRIBUTION POST
(PANEL 1 SHOWN ABOVE)

To Next Networked
Panel (If Required)

To Next Networked
Panel (If Required)

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front panel layout

10:59:03 24 Jun : Normal

FOXCO WAREHOUSING
menu more information
Fire Zones
silence Fire
internal 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
sounder

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

escape accept supply general phased

present test accessed disablement evacuation

general power supply system sounder delays

control panel investigate silence/resound
reset sounders fault fault fault status running

Fire Alarm Control Panel Instructions To view more events use the scroll buttons

General fault
I To silence the internal sounder: press

flashing light - call engineer To silence/resound the alarm sounders: Turn key to l and press
176b OR press and . Enter code and press
O To reset the panel: Ensure all alarm conditions are silenced
and investigations are complete and press
To exit access mode: Remove key
XFP
OR press and hold
EN54-2 & 4 The system must be tested regularly.
Manufactured in England
If in doubt, refer to the user manual.

LED Indicators

Liquid Crystal Display Provides detailed information on the status of the system (the type of messages
displayed and what they mean is covered in greater detail in the panel’s
separate user manual).

(General) Fire Flashes red when there is a fire condition on any zone and goes steady red
when the alarm is silenced. Subsequent fire conditions will restart the (General)
Fire indicator flashing until it is silenced again.

Fire Zones (1-32) One or more of these indicators will flash red in a zone alarm condition and
will go steady when silenced.

Supply Present Normally lit green to show that all of the panel’s power supplies are
functioning correctly.

Test Lit yellow when the panel is in walk test mode. This LED does NOT illuminate
for any other test condition.

Accessed Lit yellow when the panel is in access levels 2 or 3.

General Disablement Lit yellow when one or more zones, sounders, outputs, relays, devices, output
delays are disabled.

Phased Evacuation Flashes yellow when there is a phased evacuation in progress.

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LED Indicators (continued)

General Fault Flashes yellow when there is a fault condition on the panel. Will always
be lit in conjunction with at least one other fault LED.

Power Supply Fault Lit yellow when the panel’s power supply or mains has failed or the panel’s
standby battery is in poor condition.

System Fault Lit amber when a system error, such as a microprocessor fault, occurs AND REMAINS
LIT EVEN IF THE SYSTEM FAULT CLEARS. THIS SYSTEM FAULT LED CAN ONLY BE
CLEARED BY PRESSING THE CONTROL PANEL RESET BUTTON AT AL2 OR AL3.

Sounder Status Flashes yellow when a fault is detected on either of the panel’s two
conventional sounder circuits or if there is a sounder disablement anywhere on
the system.

Delays Running Lit yellow when one or more output delays have been programmed by an
engineer. Flashes yellow when one or more output delays are running.

Button controls
More Information Displays additional information on any fire or fault conditions that appear on
the panel’s display. Will also display additional context dependent information
where appropriate.

(Scroll Up) 51 Dependent on the status of the panel, these two buttons:
(Scroll Down) 63 • scroll vertically through any fire/fault/disablements/test conditions that
appear on the panel’s display
• scroll vertically through the panel’s user menus
• select Yes/No in the panel’s menu options
• manipulate date, time and disablement settings, etc
• serve as code input buttons to access levels 2 or 3.

Accept 42 Dependent on the status of the panel, these two buttons:

Escape 34 • scroll horizontally through the panel’s user menus
• escape or accept options available in the panel’s user menus
• serve as code input buttons to access levels 2 or 3.

Menu Provides access to the panel’s menus

Silence Internal Sounder Silences the panel’s internal sounder (also serves as a code input button when
performing a clean start, see page 34)

Control Panel Reset Resets the panel when the sounders are silenced (access levels 2 & 3 only)

Silence / Resound Sounders Silences or resounds the system’s sounders (access levels 2 & 3 only)

Investigate Starts the panel’s investigate timer function (access levels 2 & 3 only)

Keyswitch control
I
Turning the keyswitch to the armed position ‘I’ gives the user instant access to
O access level 2 (authorised user level). The key is non-removable in position ‘I’.

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COMMISSIONING AND PROGRAMMING

Recommended commissioning procedure
Step 1: Re-fit the panel’s PCBs and all connection leads by reversing the removal procedure detailed
on page 6. Ensure all PCB retaining screws are firmly fastened down and the PSU earth distribution
strap is connected to the base earth distribution post. If an optional network driver card is required,
this should be fitted as shown on page 13.
Step 2: Check the continuity on the negative (-ve) line of the device loop to ensure it is fault free.
Note: Loop isolators are in the positive (+ve) line, therefore continuity cannot be tested. Check the
resistance of the conventional sounder circuits (if used) and all other field wiring to ensure they are
fault free. DO NOT MEGGER! Remove all electronic devices if 500V testing is demanded.
Step 3: Connect all loop/field wiring to the Main Control PCB as detailed on pages 9 to 12.
Step 4: Connect the mains supply cable to the L, N and Earth terminals on the Power Supply PCB
(page 8) and the standby battery supply to the BAT1 terminals (page 12). Upon powering up, the
panel’s display will show a number of start-up messages detailing panel protocol, any faults, etc.
Step 5: Investigate any messages reported as faults on the panel’s display.
Step 6: When all faults have been corrected perform an auto address or loop learn at the panel.
All the loop devices connected to the panel need to have an address assigning to them. In addition,
the panel needs to read all the fitted devices and identify their address.
There are two recommended options to do this:
Option 1 (AUTO ADDRESS): Enter ACCESS LEVEL 3 (4444) > COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONS >
ADDRESS FUNCTIONS, select the AUTO ADDRESS menu option. This will automatically assign an
address to each loop device in sequentially wired order. See page 25 for details.
Option 2 (LOOP LEARN): First, use a CAST Handheld Programmer (Part No. CAPROG) to manually
assign an address to each loop device. Second, enter ACCESS LEVEL 3 (4444) > COMMISSIONING
FUNCTIONS, select the LOOP LEARN menu option. See page 23 for details.
Step 7: Rectify any problems resulting from the auto address or loop learn, e.g. double addresses,
missing devices, etc. Note that a wide range of test and fault-finding functions are available in
access level 3.
Step 8: After all faults have been cleared carry out necessary panel tests.
Step 9: Proceed to program the panel using the panel’s PC programming tools. This includes
naming loop devices, naming zones and assigning devices to zones, groups and sets.
Step 10: When the panel has been programmed and tested and is working correctly, secure the
panel lid and instruct the client/customer in the operation of the system. Handover all necessary
manuals and other documentation before leaving site.

Access levels menu structure

Three access levels are available at the panel - access level 1 (general user), access level 2 (authorised user)
and access level 3 (engineer). Fig.13 (see page 18) shows the menu options available at each level, all of
which can be navigated using the panel’s scroll (56), Accept (4) and Escape (3) buttons.
This manual focuses on the functions available at access level 3 only, access levels 1 and 2 are covered in
the separate user manual (Document No. DFU5020000) which includes information on how fire, fault,
disablement and test conditions are reported and handled at the panel.

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Fig.13 : CAST XFP 32 Zone Menu Structure

Press
MENU Button

AL1 - ACCESS LEVEL 1

AL2 - ACCESS LEVEL 2 (Code 3333)
AL3 - ACCESS LEVEL 3 (Code 4444)
AL1
ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 2 * THE MENU OPTION SHOWN WILL ONLY BE
ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 3
AVAILABLE IF RELEVANT TO THE PANEL’S STATUS.
DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS *
DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS *
DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS *
DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST *
LAMP TEST
DISPLAY ALARM COUNTER Total Alarms = nn
Alarms Since nn/nn/nn = n

AL2 CODE AL2 K/S Turn

ENTRY ENTRY KEYSWITCH (K/S)

AL2
ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 3
Total Alarms = nn
DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS *
Alarms Since nn/nn/nn = nn Clear to todays date?
DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS *
Alarms Since nn/nn/nn = nn
DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS *
DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST *
PRINT EVENT HISTORY
LAMP TEST
DISPLAY EVENT HISTORY
DISPLAY ALARM COUNTER
RESET EVENT HISTORY
SET TIME/DATE
EVENT LOG FUNCTIONS
SET/CLEAR DISABLEMENTS ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES
CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 2 CODE ENABLE/DISABLE SOUNDERS
ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUTS
ENABLE/DISABLE RELAYS
AL3 CODE ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES
ENTRY ENABLE/DISABLE FAULT RELAY
ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUT DELAYS

AL3
DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS * CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 2 CODE
DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS * CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 3 CODE
DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS *
DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST * SET COMMS FUNCTION
SETUP PASSWORDS SET PANEL NUMBER
CONNECT TO PC SET PANEL FITTED
NETWORK FUNCTIONS
COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONS LOOP LEARN
ENGINEER FUNCTIONS ADDRESS FUNCTIONS AUTO ADDRESS
SHOW FITTED DEVICES REPLACE/ADD DEVICE
ASSIGN ZONE/GROUP CHANGE ADDRESS
SET DAY/NIGHT TIMES SHOW DUPLICATE ADDRESSES
ENABLE/DISABLE DST ADJUSTMENT FIX DUPLICATE ADDRESSES
CONFIGURE SOUNDER DISABLEMENTS IDENTIFY LOOP CHANGES
SWAPPED DEVICE DETECTION
CONFIGURE POLLING LED
MAKE A CLEAN START

RESTART THE LOOP

SET/CLEAR DISABLEMENTS ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES
MONITOR A POINT ENABLE/DISABLE SOUNDERS
TEST DEVICE OUTPUTS ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUTS
MENU NAVIGATION TEST OUTPUT SETS ENABLE/DISABLE RELAYS
TEST SOUNDERS IN GROUPS ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES
PRESS ACCEPT BUTTON TO MOVE FORWARD. TEST VADS IN GROUPS ENABLE/DISABLE FAULT RELAY
TEST PANEL RELAYS ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUT DELAYS
WALK TEST
PRESS ESCAPE BUTTON TO MOVE BACK.
IDENTIFY LOOP BREAK
LOOP TEST
PRESS SCROLL BUTTON TO MOVE UP. DISPLAY DATABASE
VERSION NUMBERS
PRESS SCROLL BUTTON TO MOVE DOWN. SHOW PSU STATS
ENABLE/DISABLE EARTH FAULT
SHOW DEVICE EEPROM
TURN LEDS ON/OFF
DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTIONS

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How to enter access level three

Access level 3 can be entered using two options:
Option 1: By pressing the Menu button, scrolling down to ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 3 menu and
pressing the Accept4button. The following prompt will appear:

Enter Access Level 3 code:

Enter the four-digit code using the 5(1) 4(2) 6(3)3(4) buttons.
The default code is: 4 4 4 4 (four presses of the Escape3button).

Option 2: By entering access level 2, selecting ENTER ACCESS LEVEL 3 menu and repeating the
procedure above.

In access level 3, the panel’s Silence/Resound Sounders, Control Panel Reset and Investigate buttons
become active and you can:
• Scroll through any fire or fault conditions, disablements or zones in test
• Change the entry codes to access levels 2 and 3 from their factory default settings
• Connect the panel to a compatible PC for system programming
• Set the panel up to belong to a non-redundant network of eight CAST XFP main panels, or
allow it to have up to eight XFP repeaters connected to it
• Gain access to a wide range of commissioning functions including AUTO ADDRESS & LOOP LEARN
• Gain access to a wide range of engineering, test and fault finding functions
• Display firmware version numbers and PSU statistics
• Set the time the panel enters/exits day (building occupied) and night (building unoccupied) mode
• Access the panel’s access level 2 menu options as detailed in the panel’s separate user manual
(Document No. DFU5020000)

Fitting the panel’s NVM link

To allow site-specific changes to be made to the panel’s non-volatile memory
(NVM), the NVM ‘memory unlock’ link MUST be fitted to the Main Control PCB. It is
recommended that you fit this link as a matter of course whenever you are in access
level 3. NVM
UNLOCK
REMEMBER TO RE-LOCK THE MEMORY (REMOVE THE LINK) WHEN PROGRAMMING
IS COMPLETE.

Disabling the panel’s internal sounder

Fit For
Beeper
Note: The disablement of the panel’s internal sounder is non-compliant with EN54-2.

To disable the panel’s internal sounder (active in fire & fault conditions), remove PLK5
PLK5 link at the Main Control PCB.

Additional Main Control PCB Button/Links

RESET Button - Pressing this button will power down the panel and perform a panel
reset and is only used if the panel has ‘locked up’.
PLK1 - DO NOT REMOVE THIS LINK. RESET
PLK4 - DO NOT REMOVE THIS LINK.

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A detailed description of the functions available at access level 3 can be found below.

DISPLAY FIRE EVENTS

This function is only available if there are active fire conditions on the system.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Display Fire Events.
If available, press the Accept4button and a window similar to the one below will appear:

Last Zone: 1:North Stairs :Fire!

1 Zone

Pressing the 5and6buttons will scroll the display through all active fire conditions. More detailed
information can be viewed by pressing the panel’s More Information button.

DISPLAY FAULT EVENTS

This function is only available if there are active faults on the system.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Display Fault Events.
If available, press the Accept4 button and a window similar to the one below will appear:

Zone 1: Ground Floor

There are faults on this zone

Pressing the 5and6buttons will scroll the display through all active faults. More detailed information
can be viewed by pressing the panel’s More Information button.

DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS
This function is only available when there are active disablements on the system.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Display Disablements.
If available, press the Accept4button and a window similar to the one below will appear:

Zone 1: Shop floor

On: This Panel: Is Disabled

Pressing the 5and6buttons will scroll the display through all active disablements.

DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST

This function is only available if one or more zones are being tested.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Display Zones in Test.
If available, press the Accept4button and a window similar to the one below will appear:

Zone 1: North Stairs

Is On Test

Pressing the 5and6buttons will scroll the display through all zones currently in test.

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SETUP PASSWORDS
This function allows you to change the access codes required to enter the panel’s access level 2 or 3
menu options.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Setup Passwords.

When selected, press the Accept4button and the following window will appear:

CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 2 CODE?

Change Access Level 3 code

Press the 5and6buttons to scroll to the desired option and press the Accept4button. The following
message will appear if the CHANGE ACCESS LEVEL 2 CODE prompt is selected:

Enter NEW Access Level 2 code:

Using the 5(1) 4(2) 6(3)3(4) buttons, enter the new four digit access level 2 code. After the fourth
digit has been entered, the panel will request you confirm the new code by re-entering it.

Enter NEW Access Level 2 code:****

Confirm New Access Level 2 code:

Enter the code again by pressing the 5(1) 4(2) 6(3)3(4) buttons in same sequence. If the two codes
match, the new code will be accepted. If you type an incorrect confirmation code, you will be prompted
to start the code entry sequence again. The same process can be used to change the access level 3 code.

BE SURE TO KEEP A RECORD OF ANY CHANGED CODES FOR FUTURE USE.

CONNECT TO PC
This function allows you to activate the panel’s PC connection for system programming purposes. The
panel’s cause and effects programming, device and zone naming, zone dependency functions, etc.,
MUST be done using panel’s PC programming tools (Part No. XFP507).

Enter AL3 (4444) > Connect to PC.

When the CONNECT TO PC prompt appears, press the Accept4button. If all connections are correct,
the following message will appear:

PC connected...
Press ESC to disconnect from PC

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Note: The CAST XFP network and XFP repeaters

NETWORK FUNCTIONS (OPTIONAL) have not been assessed to EN54-2.

This menu function allows you to configure the panel to be part of a non-redundant network of up to
eight CAST XFP main panels, OR allow it to have up to eight XFP repeaters connected to it. This option
is only available if you have a network driver card fitted at the panel (see pages 13 & 14 for an overview
of networking). The NETWORK FUNCTIONS menu has three options detailed below. Additional options
are set using the panel’s PC programming tools.

SET COMMS FUNCTION

This function MUST be used to set the panel’s RS485 comms to operate in Network or Repeater mode.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Network Functions > Set Comms Function.

When selected, press the Accept4button and a message similar to the one below will appear:

Comms is set for : Network Comms is set for : Repeater

Press the 5and 6buttons to scroll between Repeater and Network and press the Accept4button.
Fit the NVM link when requested by the panel. The flash database is updated.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.

SET PANEL NUMBER

If networking CAST XFP main panels, this function MUST be used to give each panel a unique ID number
(1 to 8) so it can be recognised by other networked panels.
Note: Repeaters do not need to be assigned an ID number.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Network Functions > Set Panel Number.

When selected, press the Accept4button and a message similar to the one below will appear:

Set Panel Number : 1

Press the 5and 6buttons to scroll to the desired network number (1 to 8, or No Network).
Fit the NVM link when requested by the panel and the flash database is updated.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.

SET PANEL FITTED

This function allows you to turn off the fault monitoring of non-redundant networked CAST XFP main
panels. Typically, it is used if maintenance work is to be carried out at a networked panel to temporarily
prevent integrity faults being flagged.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Network Functions > Set Panel Fitted.

When selected, press the Accept4button and fit the NVM link when requested by the panel.
Use the and scroll 5 button to select a panel number (1 to 8) and press the Accept 4 button. A
message similar to the one below will appear:

Network Panel : 1 Network Panel : 1

Not Fitted

Press the 5and 6and Accept4buttons to select a panel as ‘Not Fitted’.

Press the Escape 3button x 4 and remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.
REMEMBER TO REVERSE THIS FUNCTION WHEN MAINTENANCE WORK IS COMPLETE.

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COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONS
Selecting this menu option takes you to the COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONS menu. As a rule, pressing
the Escape3button when in a submenu will return you to the COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONS menu.
Note: The majority of system commissioning - cause and effects programming, device and zone
naming, etc. MUST be done using the panel’s PC programming tools (Part No. XFP507).

LOOP LEARN

NB! LOOP LEARN WILL NOT AUTO ADDRESS DEVICES. LOOP LEARN IS ONLY FOR
PRE-ADDRESSED DEVICES, E.G. USING THE CAPROG HANDHELD PROGRAMMER.

An alternative function to LOOP LEARN is the AUTO ADDRESS menu option. See page 25 for details.

During a loop learn, the panel interrogates every pre-addressed device on the loop to see if an
addressable unit is present and, if so, find out what type of device it is.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Loop Learn.

When the LOOP LEARN prompt appears, press the Accept4button to continue.
Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘Yes’ then press the Accept4button shown below:

Continue with Loop Learn? No Continue with Loop Learn? Yes

Select which loop(s) to learn: ALL or 1 or 2 using the scroll 5 button then press the Accept4button.
When requested by the panel fit the NVM link shown below:

Please fit the NVM Link now

or press ESCape to abort

As the panel may already have loop device data stored in its memory from a previous loop learn or PC
upload, you will be asked if you want to erase this information before the loop learn begins.

Note: Loop 1 has been selected in the following examples.

You now have two options: ‘Erase Loop 1 device data first? No’, or ‘Erase Loop 1 device data first? Yes’,
as detailed below:

Option 1: Select ‘Erase Loop 1 device data first? No’

Use this option if you do not want to erase the stored loop device data. The panel will learn the loop
without overwriting existing data, e.g. zone and group allocation, device names, etc., which will remain
unchanged. The only data that will be overwritten is device type and whether or not it is fitted.
Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘No’ then press the Accept4button shown below.

Erase Loop 1 device data first? No

The panel will start a loop learn. Wait for the process to complete and a summary window will appear,
similar to the one shown below:

112 Devices Found

Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept4button then press the Escape 3button x 3 to return the panel to a normal condition.
When requested by the panel remove the NVM link shown below:

6: 50 16 Jan : Normal
Remove the NVM Un-Lock link

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Option 2: Select ‘Erase Loop 1 device data first? Yes’

CAUTION: USING THIS OPTION WILL COMPLETELY ERASE THE PANEL’S DATABASE OF STORED
LOOP DEVICE INFORMATION EXCLUDING DEVICE ADDRESSES PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY A
CAPROG PROGRAMMER, WHICH IS RETAINED. THIS IS DIFFERENT TO THE AUTO ADDRESS
FUNCTION. USE THIS OPTION WITH EXTREME CARE.
Use this option if the panel has not previously been programmed, or if you want to program an existing
system as if it were a new system.

Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘Yes’ then press the Accept 4button shown below:

Erase loop 1 device data first? Yes

The following two options will now be available:

Are you sure you want to erase Are you sure you want to erase
the Database? No the Database? Yes

To select ‘No’, press the Accept 4button, the panel will start a loop learn without erasing the database.
Only if you are confident to proceed, press the scroll 5 button to select ‘Yes’, then press the
Accept4button. The panel will erase its database, update its flash memory and start a loop learn.
Wait for the process to complete and a summary window will appear, similar to the one shown below:

112 Devices Found

Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept4button then press the Escape 3button x 3 to return the panel to a normal condition.
When requested by the panel remove the NVM link shown below:

6: 50 16 Jan : Normal
Remove the NVM Un-Lock link

AFTER A SUCCESSFUL LOOP LEARN, YOU WILL HAVE A ‘ONE OUT, ALL OUT’ FIRE ALARM SYSTEM.
See Table 1 below for the default device assignment following a loop learn.

DEVICE DEFAULT ASSIGNMENT

Loop Smoke/Heat/Multi-Detectors Zone 1
Loop Manual Call Points Zone 1
Loop I/O Unit Inputs Zone 1 Table 1 : Default Device Assignment
Loop I/O Unit Outputs Set 1
Loop Sounders/VADs Group 1
Panel Conv. Sounder Circuit 1 Group 1
Panel Conv. Sounder Circuit 2 Group 2

Assignment Terms:
Input devices such as detectors, manual call points and the input channels of I/O units are programmed
to be members of a Zone.
Output devices such as loop powered sounders, sounder control units and the panel’s conventional
sounder circuits are programmed to be members of a Group.
The output channels of I/O units and the panel’s relays are programmed to be members of a Set.
Default Cause & Effects (C&E): Zone 1 triggers Group 1 and Set 1.
Classifying input and output devices in this manner greatly simplifies cause & effects programming.

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ADDRESS FUNCTIONS
Selecting this menu option takes you to the ADDRESS FUNCTIONS menu which allows you to perform an
auto address, replace/add a loop device, change an address, show/fix duplicate addresses and identify
changes to the loop.

AUTO ADDRESS

An alternative function to AUTO ADDRESS is the LOOP LEARN menu option. See page 23 for details.

During an auto address the panel automatically assigns an address to each loop device in sequentially
wired order.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Address Functions > Auto Address.

When the AUTO ADDRESS prompt appears, press the Accept4button to continue.

Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘Yes’ then press the Accept4button shown below:
Continue with Loop Learn? No Continue with Loop Learn? Yes
The Database will be erased The Database will be erased

Select which loop(s) to auto address: ALL or 1 or 2 using the scroll 5 button then press the
Accept4button, shown below:

Loop Learn : ALL Loop Learn : 1 Loop Learn : 2

When requested by the panel fit the NVM link shown below:

Please fit the NVM Link now

or press ESCape to abort

Note: Loop 1 has been selected in the following examples.

You now have two options: ‘Continue from last address? No’, or ‘Continue from last address? Yes’, as
detailed below:

Option 1: Select ‘Continue from last address? No’

CAUTION: USING THIS OPTION WILL COMPLETELY ERASE THE PANEL’S DATABASE
OF STORED LOOP DEVICE INFORMATION INCLUDING ERASING ALL EXISTING DEVICE
ADDRESSES AND DEVICE ADDRESSES ASSIGNED BY A CAPROG PROGRAMMER. THIS IS
DIFFERENT TO THE LOOP LEARN FUNCTION. USE THIS OPTION WITH EXTREME CARE.

Use this option if the panel has not previously been programmed, or if you want to program an existing
system as if it were a new system, and you are confident to proceed.
Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘No’ then press the Accept4button shown below:

Continue from last address? No

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The panel will perform an auto address. Wait for the process to complete and a brief summary window
will appear, similar to the one shown below:

112 Devices Found

Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept4button then press the Escape 3button x 4 to return the panel to a normal condition.

When requested by the panel remove the NVM link shown below:

6: 50 16 Jan : Normal
Remove the NVM Un-Lock link

AFTER A SUCCESSFUL AUTO ADDRESS, YOU WILL HAVE A ‘ONE OUT, ALL OUT’ FIRE ALARM SYSTEM.
See Table 1, page 24 for the default device assignment following an auto address.

Option 2: Select ‘Continue from last address? Yes’

Use this option if you do not want to erase the stored loop device data. The panel will start to learn the
loop from the last known address in its memory. Existing data will not be overwritten, e.g. zone and
group allocation, device names, etc., will remain unchanged. The only data that will be overwritten is
device type and whether or not it is fitted.

Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘Yes’ then press the Accept 4button shown below:

Continue from last address? Yes

The panel will perform an auto address. Wait for the process to complete and a brief summary window
will appear, similar to the one shown below:

112 Devices Found

Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept4button then press the Escape 3button x 4 to return the panel to a normal condition.

When requested by the panel remove the NVM link shown below:

6: 50 16 Jan : Normal
Remove the NVM Un-Lock link

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REPLACE/ADD DEVICE
This function may be used, for example, to replace a faulty loop device, or add a new loop device.

NB: THIS MENU OPTION HAS TO BE SELECTED BEFORE A LOOP DEVICE IS

REPLACED OR ADDED.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Address Functions > Replace/Add Device.

When the REPLACE/ADD DEVICE prompt is displayed press the Accept 4 button.

Select which loop (1 or 2) to replace or add a device using the using the scroll 5 button then press
the Accept4button.
Note: Loop 1 has been selected in the following example.

Loop : 1

Select the device address using the 5and6scroll buttons, as shown below:

Loop : 1 Device : 10

Press the Accept4button and the following display appears:

Loop : 1 Device : 10 Note: If you do not want to proceed at this point, you
Waiting for device may exit this function by pressing the Escape 3button.

Replace or add the selected loop device to an empty base.

The panel will now auto-address the new device as address 10.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and the panel will perform a learning process.

Note: If the panel requests the NVM link to be fitted continue onto the following steps.

When requested by the panel fit the NVM link shown below:

Please fit the NVM Link now

The panel perform a loop learn and the following summary is displayed:

112 Devices Found

Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept 4button and the Escape 3button. Remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.

Remove NVM Un-Lock Link

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CHANGE ADDRESS
This function is used to change device addresses at the panel, therefore saving the use of ladders to
access a device on site.
Note: The CAPROG Handheld Programmer can be used to manually change the address of a device, but
this will also require a loop learn to be carried out.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Address Functions > Change Address.
When the CHANGE ADDRESS prompt is displayed press the Accept 4button.
Select which loop (1 or 2) to change an address using the scroll 5 button then press the Accept4button.
Note: Loop 1 has been selected in the following example and the following is displayed:

Loop : 1 Old Address: 1

Enter the address you want to change using the 5and6scroll buttons then press the Accept 4button.
The device’s LED will light and the following is displayed, for example ‘Device 8’.

Loop : 1 Device : 8
New Address : 8

Enter the new address of the device using the 5and6scroll buttons, for example ‘Device 9’, then press
the Accept 4button.

Loop : 1 Device : 8
New Address : 9

In this example the panel will auto-assign address 8 to address 9.

When requested by the panel fit the NVM link shown below:

Please fit the NVM Link now

Wait until the old address is flashing, address 8 is shown below.

Old Address: ‘8’

Press the Escape 3button x 4. The panel will re-learn the loop. Wait for the process to complete and
a brief summary window will appear, similar to the one shown below:

112 Devices Found

Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept4button then press the Escape 3button to return the panel to a normal condition.

When requested by the panel remove the NVM link shown below:

6: 50 16 Jan : Normal
Remove the NVM Un-Lock link

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SHOW DUPLICATE ADDRESSES

This function helps to locate devices with duplicate (double) addresses by activating their device
(polling) LEDs.

If there is a duplicate address a fault may have been displayed at the panel stating, ‘Loop configuration
has changed on Loop 1’, ‘There are faults on this zone’.
Press More Information button, then press the 5and6scroll buttons to view additional information
on the fault.

To show light the LEDs of the duplicate addresses enter:

AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Address Functions > Show Duplicate Addresses.

When the SHOW DUPLICATE DEVICES prompt is displayed press the Accept 4button and details of the
double address will appear, for example:

Loop: 1 Device 8 : Duplicate Address

Turn ON device LED?

Press the Accept4button and the LEDs of the devices with duplicate addresses will be lit steady red.

To fix the duplicate address at the panel, press the Escape 3button and enter FIX DUPLICATE
ADDRESS function (see page 30).

To switch off the device LEDs, press the Accept4button again as shown below.

Loop: 1 Device 8 : Duplicate Address

Turn OFF device LED?

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FIX DUPLICATE ADDRESSES

This function helps to locate and fix devices with duplicate (double) addresses and also activates device
(polling) LEDs.
If there is a duplicate address a fault may have been displayed Zone 1: Kitchen
at the panel, e.g. ‘There are faults on this zone’ (see right). There are faults on this zone

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Address Functions > Fix Duplicate Addresses.

When FIX DUPLICATE ADDRESS prompt is accepted, select Loop 1 or 2 and press the Accept4button.
The panel will re-initialise and check the loop. Wait for the re-initialisation process to finish.
Press the Menu button and the LED of the first duplicate address will be lit steady red, also details of
the first duplicate address found will appear, for example:

Loop: 1 Device: 8
New Address: 3 [DUPLICATE?]

The panel will suggest a new address for the duplicate device. Press the Accept4button to change
to the new address, or press scroll 5and6 buttons and Accept 4button to select the new address.
The LED of the second duplicate address will now be lit steady red, also details of the second duplicate
address found will appear. The panel will display the following, for example:

Loop: 1 Device: 10
New Address: 8 [ORIGINAL]

The panel will suggest a new address for the original device. Press the Accept4button to change to
the new address, or press scroll 5and6 buttons and Accept 4button to select a new address.
The panel will confirm there are no duplicate addresses on the loop shown below:

No Duplicate Addresses on the Loop

Press the Escape 3button x 3 and the panel will force a loop learn on exiting access level 3. Wait for
the loop learn to finish.

When requested by the panel fit the NVM link shown below:

Please fit the NVM Link now

The typical display shown below will appear:

9 Devices Found
Auto learn complete, Press Accept

Press the Accept 4button and the Escape 3button.

Remove the NVM link when requested by the panel shown below:

Remove NVM Un-Lock Link

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IDENTIFY LOOP CHANGES

Note: If this function is used to identify swapped loop devices then ensure ‘SWAPPED DEVICE
DETECTION’ mode is Enabled. See page 33 for details.
This function helps to locate, for example, swapped loop devices, any new devices, loop configuration
changes, etc. A fault may have been displayed at the panel stating ‘Loop Configuration Changed on
Loop 1’, or ‘There are faults on this Zone’.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Address Functions > Identify Loop Changes.

When the IDENTIFY LOOP CHANGES prompt is displayed, press the scroll 5,6 buttons and Accept4
button to select the loop (1 or 2) and the panel will re-initialise and check the loop.
In this example, the panel will light the LED of the 1st swapped device, for example:

Zone : 1 Loop : 1 Device : 1

Changed device found, LED is ON

Press the scroll 56buttons and the panel will light the LED of the 2nd swapped device (the LED on
the 1st device will turn off), for example:

Zone : 1 Loop : 1 Device : 3

Changed device found, LED is ON

Continue to press the scroll 56buttons and the panel will light the LED of further swapped devices.

Once all swapped devices have been identified, changeover the devices to their correct loop position.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Restart the Loop.

When selected, chose the loop to restart (1 or 2 or ALL) using the 5 and 6 scroll buttons and press
the Accept4button. A window similar to the one below will appear:

Restarting loop...

The panel will power down the loop, re-initialize the loop devices and automatically return to the
ENGINEER FUNCTIONS menu.

SHOW FITTED DEVICES

This function lists all the addressable devices stored in the panel’s memory. It DOES NOT give a list of
what is fitted on the loop at the exact time the function is selected, i.e. unlearnt devices will not be
displayed but faulty or missing devices will.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Show Fitted Devices.

When the SHOW FITTED DEVICES prompt appears, press the Accept4button.
Select either Loop 1 or 2 using the using the scroll 5 button then press the Accept4button.

Note: Loop 1 has been selected in the following example and the following is typically displayed:

L:1 D: 1 SMCCOODCSD 10
L:1 D: 11 ZCSHHDDMMC 20

Devices are displayed in groups of 10. In the example above, the top line shows the type of devices fitted
at addresses 1 to 10 on loop 1 and the second line shows the type of devices fitted at addresses 11 to 20.

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The following letters displayed are dependent on the type of device at that address location:

C = Manual Call Point M = I/O Unit Z = I/O Zone Monitor

O = Optical Detector S = Sounder ! = Double Addressed
H = Heat Detector D = Multi-Detector ? = Unknown

To view the remaining devices on the loop, press the 5and 6buttons to scroll. To exit press the
Escape 3button.

ASSIGN ZONE/GROUP
This function allows you to assign devices to be members of detector zones or sounder groups. This
would normally be done using the panel’s PC programming tools but is provided at the panel to get it
working in a basic manner before it is properly configured at a later date.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Assign Zone/Group.

When selected, fit the NVM link, press the scroll 5,6 buttons and Accept4 button to select the loop
(1 or 2) and device address. You will then be shown the zone/group assignment window, for example:

Zone : Loop: 1 Device: 3

Belongs to Zone:- 1

Press the 5& 6 buttons to scroll to the desired zone or group and press the Accept4button.
The assignment will be made and you will be prompted to select another loop/device to assign using
the same procedure. To exit press the Escape 3button x 4 and remove the NVM link when prompted.
Note: Although I/O units can be assigned to be members of zones using this menu, this only applies to
their input function. The panel’s PC programming tools MUST be used to assign them to output sets.

SET DAY/NIGHT TIMES

This function allows the user to alter the time the panel enters day (building occupied) and night
(building unoccupied) mode. IT IS RECOMMEND YOU DO NOT USE THIS FUNCTION UNLESS YOU ARE
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE OPERATION OF THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM.
Changes that may occur when the panel is in day/night mode include detector sensitivities, cause and
effects and sounder volumes. These changes MUST be done using the panel’s PC programming tools.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Set Day/Night Times.
When the SET/DAY NIGHT TIMES prompt appears, press the Accept4button and the following window
(or similar) will appear:

Day (Occupied) mode begins: 6: 0

Press the scroll 5and6 buttons and Accept 4button to set the time in hours and minutes that you
want the panel to enter day mode (the panel has a 24 hour clock).
When the desired time is displayed, press the Accept4button to access the night mode entry field.

A window similar to the one below will appear:

Day (Occupied) mode begins: 6: 0

Night (Un-Occupied) mode begins: 18: 0

Press the scroll 56buttons and Accept 4button to set the time in hours and minutes that you want
the panel to enter night mode. When the desired time is displayed, press the Accept4button to select.

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ENABLE/DISABLE DST ADJUSTMENT

This function (when enabled) allows you to programme the panel’s DST (Daylight Saving Time) so it
automatically goes forward one hour on the last Sunday in March and goes back one hour on the first
Sunday in October:

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Enable/Disable DST Adjustment.

When the ENABLE/DISABLE DST ADJUSTMENT prompt appears, press the Accept4button and the
following window will appear:

Auto DST Time Adjustment is :

Enabled

Press the 5and6 buttons to scroll between ‘Enabled’ and ‘Disabled’ and Accept4to button select
the option.
When requested by the panel fit the NVM link.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and when requested by the panel remove the NVM link.

CONFIGURE SOUNDER DISABLEMENTS

Note: The disablement of individual sounder groups is non-compliant with EN54-2.

Note: Changes to this menu option will affect the ENABLE/DISABLE SOUNDERS menu option, see page 36.
This function configures the sounder groups (1 to 16) to be ‘Globally’ or ‘Individually’ disabled or
enabled.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Configure Sounder Disablements.

When accepted, two windows ‘Globally’ and ‘Individually’ are available by pressing the 5 and 6
scroll buttons:

Sounder Groups can be Disabled/Enabled Sounder Groups can be Disabled/Enabled

Globally Individually

Press the Accept4button to make a selection. When requested by the panel fit the NVM link.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and when requested by the panel remove the NVM link.
SWAPPED DEVICE DETECTION
Note: This function is only used to enable ‘SWAPPED DEVICE DETECTION’ mode. Once this mode is
enabled enter ‘IDENTIFY LOOP CHANGES’ function to identify the swapped devices. See page 31 for
details.

This function allows you to detect swapped loop devices. A fault may have been displayed at the panel
stating ‘Loop Configuration Changed on Loop 1’ or ‘There are Faults on this Zone’.
First ensure the ‘SWAPPED DEVICE DETECTION’ function is enabled by performing the following
procedure.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Swapped Device Detection.

When the SWAPPED DEVICE DETECTION prompt is displayed, press the Accept 4 button. The panel
will display the following window:

Enable Swapped Device Detection? No

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Press the scroll 5 button to select ‘Yes’.

Enable Swapped Device Detection? Yes

Press the Accept4button.

When requested by the panel fit the NVM link shown below:

Please fit the NVM Link now

or press ESCape to abort

The panel will update its flash database. Press the Escape 3button x 3.
Remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.

Remove NVM Un-Lock Link

To identify the swapped devices, enter IDENTIFY LOOP CHANGES function, see page 31 for details.

CONFIGURE POLLING LED

This function configures the polling (device) LEDs of all loop devices to globally stop flashing during
normal polling. For example, a customer may require polling LEDs to be turned off in a hotel.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Configure Polling LED.
When accepted, the following window will appear:

Blinking LEDs are : Enabled

Press the 5and6 buttons to scroll between ‘Enabled’ and ‘Disabled’, then press the Accept4button
to select.
When requested by the panel fit the NVM link. The panel will update the flash database and configure
the loop devices.
Press the Escape 3button x 3. When requested by the panel remove the NVM link.
MAKE A CLEAN START
CAUTION: USING THIS FUNCTION WILL COMPLETELY ERASE THE PANEL’S DATABASE OF
STORED INFORMATION. THEREFORE, USE THIS FUNCTION WITH EXTREME CARE.

This function allows you to clear the panel’s memory back to its factory default settings. Only if you are
confident to proceed, enter the five-digit confirmation code.
Note: The button sequence has to be entered VERY QUICKLY to avoid accidentally erasing panel data.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Commissioning Functions > Make a Clean Start.

Enter confirmation code:

The button sequence is: 5(1), 4(2), 6(3), 3(4), Silence Internal Sounder button.
When requested by the panel fit the NVM link. The panel will erase its record and update the flash database.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.

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ENGINEER FUNCTIONS
Selecting this menu option takes you to the ENGINEER FUNCTIONS menu. As a rule, pressing the
Escape3button when in a submenu will return you to the ENGINEER FUNCTIONS menu.

RESTART THE LOOP

This function may be used, for example, if there is a problem with a missing device, or a device not
closing its s/c isolator.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Restart the Loop.

When selected, chose the loop to restart (1 or 2 or ALL) using the 5 and 6 scroll buttons and press
the Accept4button. A window similar to the one below will appear:

Restarting loop...

The panel will power down the loop, re-initialize the loop devices and automatically return to the
ENGINEER FUNCTIONS menu.

SET/CLEAR DISABLEMENTS
Selecting this menu option takes you to the disablements submenu which allows you to enable/disable
zones, sounders, outputs, relays, loop devices, the panel’s fault relay and output delays.

Any disablement(s) will be indicated at all access levels via the DISPLAY DISABLEMENTS menu option
and the General Disablement LED on the front of the panel.

CAUTION: IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT ALL DISABLEMENTS ARE REGULARLY

REVIEWED AND IMMEDIATELY ENABLED WHEN NO LONGER NECESSARY AS THEY CAN
HAVE A MAJOR AFFECT ON HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS.

ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES
This function allows you to disable zones from reporting faults, fires, etc., and may be used to
temporarily disable a zone of devices in areas such as loading bays that are prone to nuisance triggering
from vehicle fumes.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Zones.

When selected, press the Accept4button and a window similar to below will appear:

Zone: 1: Loading Bay

Enabled

Select the zone (1 to 32 or ALL) to be disabled/enabled using the 5 and 6 scroll buttons, then press
the Accept4button and the zone’s status (Enabled or Disabled) will flash. Next, press the 5 and 6
scroll buttons to toggle between enabled and disabled and press the Accept4button to select. The
window will now move to the next available zone allowing further enablements or disablements to be
made. Alternatively, to return to the previous menu press the Escape 3button.
Note: If all input devices on a zone have been disabled using the ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES function
detailed on page 37, the zone they belong to will also be disabled. If you try to re-enable a zone which
has no enabled devices on it, a prompt appears saying this cannot be done. Instead you MUST enable
at least one device on the zone using the ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES function before re-enabling the
zone itself.

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ENABLE/DISABLE SOUNDERS

Note: The disablement of individual sounder groups is non-compliant with EN54-2.

Note: Changes made to the CONFIGURE SOUNDER DISABLEMENTS function, see page 33, will have an
affect on the options available at this menu.
This function allows you to disable one or more sounder groups from sounding in a fire condition.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Sounders.
When selected, press the Accept4button and windows similar to the ones below will appear:

Sounder Group: All Sounder Group: All

Enabled

Select the sounder group (1 to 16 or ALL) to be disabled/enabled using the 5and6 scroll buttons.
When the desired sounder group has been selected, press the Accept4button and the sounder
group’s status (Enabled or Disabled) will flash. Next, press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle
between enabled and disabled and press the Accept4button to select. The window will now move to
the next sounder group allowing further enablements or disablements to be made. Alternatively, to
return to the previous menu press the Escape3button.

ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUTS
This function allows you to disable one or more output sets from activating in a fire condition. It is
typically used to disable, for example, auto-diallers to monitoring stations, roller shutter doors, etc.
from activating during routine maintenance.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Outputs.
When selected, press the Accept4button and windows similar to the ones below will appear:

Output Set: All Output Set: All

Enabled

Select the output set (1 to 16 or ALL) to be disabled/enabled using the 5and6 scroll buttons.
When the desired output set has been selected, press the Accept4button and the output set’s status
(Enabled or Disabled) will flash. Next, press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle between enabled
and disabled and press the Accept4button to select. The window will now move to the next output
set allowing further enablements or disablements to be made. Alternatively, to return to the previous
menu press the Escape3button.

ENABLE/DISABLE RELAYS
This function allows the disablement of one or more of the panel’s 3 auxiliary relays from activating as
programmed.
Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Relays.
When selected, press the Accept4button and windows similar to the ones below will appear:

Panel Relay : 1 Panel Relay : 1

Enabled

Select the relay (1, 2 or 3) to be disabled/enabled using the 5and 6 scroll buttons.
When the desired output set has been selected, press the Accept4button and the relay’s status
(Enabled or Disabled) will flash. Next, press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle between enabled
and disabled and press the Accept4button to select. The window will now move to the next relay
allowing further enablements or disablements to be made. Alternatively, to return to the previous
menu press the Escape3button.

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ENABLE/DISABLE DEVICES
This function allows loop devices to be disabled from reporting faults, fires, etc., and is normally used
to temporarily disable detectors/call points that are nuisance tripping.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Devices.

When selected, press the Accept4button and a window similar to the one below will appear:

Loop : 1

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons and Accept4buttons to select the loop (1 or 2) and range of devices.
When selected, the following display will appear, for example:

Loop : 1 From : 1 to 5
Enabled

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle between enabled and disabled, then press the Accept4button
to select.
Note: If all input devices on a zone have been disabled, the zone they belong to will also be disabled.
If you try to re-enable a zone which has no enabled devices on it using the ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES
function described on page 35, a prompt appears saying this cannot be done. Instead you MUST enable
at least one device on the zone using the ENABLE/DISABLE ZONES function before re-enabling the
zone itself.

ENABLE/DISABLE FAULT RELAY

This function can be used to suppress the panel’s single, fault relay output from activating in a fault
condition.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Fault Relay.

When selected, press the Accept4button and the following window will appear:

Fault Relay output is :

Enabled

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle between enabled and disabled and press the Accept4button
to select the desired option. Alternatively, to return to the previous menu press the Escape3button.

ENABLE/DISABLE OUTPUT DELAYS

This function can be used to globally enable (TURN ON) or disable (TURN OFF) any delays to outputs
that have been programmed by an engineer.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Set/Clear Disablements > Enable/Disable Output Delays.

When selected, press the Accept4button and the following will appear:

Delays to Outputs are :

Enabled

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle between enabled and disabled and press the Accept4button
to select the desired option. Alternatively, to return to the previous menu press the Escape3button.

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MONITOR A POINT
This function allows you to view the current analogue status of any point (any addressable device on
the system).

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Monitor a Point.

When selected, choose the loop number (1 or 2), press the Accept4 button to continue then press the
5,6 and Accept4 buttons to select the device’s address.

Loop : 1 Loop:1 Device : 7

The panel will temporarily disable the point in question and return back its analogue values, for
example:

The device's
The loop being The device's current analogue value The device's gain
monitored address (nominally ‘0’) value

L : 1 D:7 AV:63 21:Cal:150

F: 0 TC: 0x03

The fault code for any fault The devices's type code
condition that device may be in

Note 1: The analogue values returned will differ dependent on whether the device is a detector,
manual call point, I/O unit or sounder.
Note 2: The information displayed will assist C-TEC Technical Support to identify the cause of any
problems.

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TEST DEVICE OUTPUTS

This function allows you to assert the output(s) of an addressable device to check it is working correctly.
It can be used, for example, to assert a detector’s LED, or to check that an I/O unit is functioning
correctly. Addressable devices typically may have up to three output channels (LED, Sounder and VAD),
the functions of which depend upon its type, e.g. detector, sounder, manual call point, or I/O unit.

CAUTION: OUTPUT CHANNELS ON AN I/O UNIT MAY BE PROGRAMMED TO TRIGGER SAY,

A WATER EXTINGUISHANT SYSTEM. THIS FUNCTION MUST BE USED WITH EXTREME CARE.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Test Device Outputs.

When selected, you will be prompted to enter the loop (1 or 2), device’s address and the relevant output:

Loop : 1 Device : 1
Output Bit Value: NONE

Press the 5,6 scroll buttons and Accept4 button to select the device address and output bit value.
(as detailed in the table below).

OUTPUT CHANNELS ASSERTED

None IF YOU ACTIVATE THE OUTPUTS ON MULTIPLE
LED DEVICES AND THEN EXIT THIS FUNCTION ONLY
Sounder THE OUTPUTS ON THE LAST DEVICE SELECTED
LED & Sounder WILL AUTO DEACTIVATE. THE REMAINING
VAD
OUTPUTS ON WILL STAY ON. THEREFORE,
ENSURE THAT ALL OUTPUTS ARE DE-ACTIVATED
LED & VAD
BEFORE EXITING THIS FUNCTION.
Sounder & VAD
LED & Sounder & VAD

When you have accepted the required output bit option, the panel will confirm your selection and the
device’s output channels will be asserted. If desired, you can now select alternative output channel
using the 5and 6 scroll buttons.

To exit this function press the Escape 3button x 2. The panel will ask for confirmation to reset the
outputs to their normal settings as shown below:

Reset the Outputs?

Press the Accept4 button to reset the outputs, or the Escape3button maintain the settings.

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TEST OUTPUT SETS

This function allows you to test one, or all of the system’s output sets by altering their state from
Normal to Triggered.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Test Output Sets.

When the TEST OUTPUT SETS prompt appears, press the Accept4 button and the output set selection
window will appear.

Output Set : 1

Press the 5and6 buttons to select the output set you would like to test (1 to 16 or ALL). Press the
Accept4button and the following window will appear:

Output Set : 1 is Normal

Change the state using the Accept button

Press the Accept4button and the selected output set will change state from normal to triggered.

Output Set : 1 is Triggered

Change the state using the Accept button

To test additional output sets, press the 5and6 and Accept4button to change the output set’s
number and state.
Finally, press the Escape3button.
When exiting this function the panel will ask for confirmation to reset the outputs to their normal
settings. Press the Accept4 button to reset the outputs, or the Escape3button maintain the settings.

TEST SOUNDERS IN GROUPS

This function allows you to test one, or all of the system’s sounder groups by altering their state between
Silenced, Intermittent and Continuous.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Test Sounders in Groups.

When the TEST SOUNDERS IN GROUPS prompt appears, press the Accept4button and the group
selection window will appear:

Sounder Group : 1

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to select the sounder group you would like to test (1 to 16 or ALL).
Press the Accept4button and the following window will appear:

Sounder Group : 1 is Silenced

Change the state using the Accept button

Press the Accept4button to change the state of the selected sounder group between Silenced,
Intermittent and Continuous. Should you want to test additional sounder groups, press the 5and6
buttons to change the sounder group’s number.
When exiting this function the panel will ask for confirmation to silence the sounders to their normal
settings. Press the Accept4 button to reset the sounders, or the Escape3button maintain the settings.

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TEST VADS IN GROUPS

This function allows you to test one, or all of the system’s visual alarm device (VAD) groups by altering
their state from Normal to Triggered.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Test VADS in Groups.

When the TEST VADS IN GROUPS prompt appears, press the Accept4button and the group selection
window will appear:

VAD Group : 1

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to select the sounder group you would like to test (1 to 16). Press the
Accept4button and the following window will appear:

VAD Group : 1 is Normal

Change the state using the Accept button

Press the Accept4button to change the state of the selected VAD group between Normal and
Triggered, shown below:

VAD Group : 1 is Triggered

Change the state using the Accept button

Should you want to test additional VAD groups, press the 5and6 and Accept4buttons to change
the VAD group’s number and state. Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

TEST PANEL RELAYS

This function allows you to test the panel’s three volt-free relays.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Test Panel Relays.

When the TEST PANEL RELAYS prompt appears, press the Accept4button and the panel relay selection
window will appear:

Panel Relay : 1

Press the 5 and6 scroll buttons to select the relay you would like to test (1 to 3). Press the
Accept4button and the following window will appear.

Panel Relay : 1 is Normal Panel Relay : 1 is Triggered

Change the state using the Accept button Change the state using the Accept button

Press the Accept4button and the panel relay you have selected will trigger. To change the state back
to Normal press the Accept4button again. Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

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WALK TEST
This function puts one or more of the system’s detection zones into walk test mode. When a zone is in
walk test mode, any detector/manual call point triggered on that zone will turn on all of the sounders
(if enabled) that are mapped to that zone for a brief period (note that output sets will not operate).

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Walk Test.

When the WALK TEST prompt appears, press the Accept4button. To select either a walk test with
sounders either Disabled or Enabled, press the 5and6 scroll buttons shown:

With Sounders : Disabled With Sounders : Enabled

Press the Accept4button and the zone selection window appears:

Zone : All

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to select the zone (1 to 32 or ALL) you want to put into walk test mode,
then press the Accept4 button and the following window will appear:

Zone : 1 Zone : 1
Normal operation Walk Test Mode

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to change the zone’s state from Normal Operation to Walk Test Mode and
press the Accept4button. You now have the option to put additional zones into test at the same time.
To take zones out of test, reverse the procedure. Any zones in test will be indicated at all access levels
via the DISPLAY ZONES IN TEST menu option and the Test LED on the front panel.
Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

IDENTIFY LOOP BREAK

This function helps pinpoint the precise location of a loop break and a short circuit.

To identify a Loop Break

The following fault may have been displayed at the panel.

Loop Integrity Fault

On Loop 1

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Identify Loop Break.
When the IDENTIFY LOOP BREAK prompt appears, select the loop (1 or 2), press the Accept4button
and the panel will initialize both ends of the loop and the following is displayed:

Restarting Loop...
Please Wait

Wait for the process to finish. The following is displayed for example:

Loop Integrity Fault

On Loop 1

The LEDs on the devices either side of the loop break will light steady red.

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Press the Menu button and the following is typically displayed:

Between Devices 7 & 8

Ground floor: Loop:1 Device 7

Fix the loop break at the location identified.

Press the Control Panel Reset button then press the Escape 3button x 3.
The panel returns to normal if the loop break is fixed.

To identify a short circuit

The following fault may have been displayed at the panel.

S/C Detected
Loop 1

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Identify Loop Break.
When the IDENTIFY LOOP BREAK prompt appears, select the loop (1 or 2), press the Accept4button
and the panel will initialize both ends of the loop and the following is displayed:

Restarting Loop...
Please Wait

The following is displayed for example:

Loop Integrity Fault

On Loop 1

The LEDs on the devices either side of the short circuit will light steady red.

Press the Menu button and the following is typically displayed:

Between Devices 7 & 8

Ground floor: Loop:1 Device 7

Fix the short circuit in the loop at the location identified.

Press the Control Panel Reset button then press the Escape 3button x 3.
The panel returns to normal if the loop short circuit is fixed.

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LOOP TEST
This function helps pinpoint loop wiring/communication faults by continually polling all loop devices
for a specified number of times and reporting back both good and bad polls.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Loop Test.

When selected, press the Accept4button, enter the loop (1 or 2) you want to monitor and enter how
many times you want the panel to poll each loop device, for example 5 times, as shown below:

Test Loop : 1 Number of Polls for each device : 5

Press the Accept4button, the test will begin and a test status window will appear, showing the address
currently being polled together with a running total of the number of good and bad polls.
The test will continuously scroll through the loop devices.
To halt this function press the Escape3button.
The test results will appear in a window similar to the one below.

Loop:1 Device:1
Good Polls:128 Bad Polls:3

Use the 5and6 buttons to scroll through the polling results for the loop devices.

A high number of bad polls in a particular section of the system indicates a problem area for
investigation, e.g. voltage drop, poor connection, etc.
To assert the LED output of the device being viewed, press the More Information button. You will be
presented with a window similar to the one below:

Loop:1 Device: 1
Turn ON device LED?

Press the Accept4button to activate the LED of the selected device. Once activated, you will be given
the option to turn off the device LED by pressing the Accept4button again.
Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

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DISPLAY DATABASE
This function allows you to view the panel’s database of loop devices. Available on a loop by loop
basis, the information displayed includes the device’s type, address and description (zone and device
text).

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Display Database.

When the DISPLAY DATABASE prompt is accepted, select the loop number (1 or 2) and press the
Accept 4 button and you will be prompted to enter the device number.
Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to select the device address, then press the Accept 4 button.

Loop : 1 Device : 22

The information that is stored on the database that relates to that address will appear, for example:

Loop : 1 Dev : 22/0: I/O Unit

Zone : 1 Gents Toilet

In the above example, ‘Dev: 22/0’ denotes device address ‘22’ and sub-address ‘0’. Sub-addresses only
apply to I/O units which may have multiple channels and can be configured as both an input and an
output.
You can now press the 5and6 buttons to scroll through the rest of the loop device database.
Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

VERSION NUMBERS
This function allows you to view the current version number of the panel’s firmware and to check when
the site’s data was last changed.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Version Numbers.

When accepted, the following two windows (with details specific to the panel) will scroll in quick
succession. Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

The version of the The date the panel's

firmware was released Bootloader Version
panel's firmware

XFP 13Ann.n nn/nn/nnnn BL:2A1

2 loops fitted: CAST Protocol

The number of loops fitted The panel’s protocol

1 or 2 (Model Dependent) The identification code The date the site data
of the site data was last changed
Matching site data codes, e.g. 48154/48154
and program checksum codes, e.g.
16886/16886, indicate that the panel Site data = 48154 / 48154 12/3/2021
is functioning correctly. Mis-matched Program Checksum = 16886 / 16886
numbers, e.g. 48154/40286, indicate that
the panel’s memory may be corrupt.
Program checksum
The information displayed will assist C-TEC code

Technical Support to identify the cause of

any problems.

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SHOW PSU STATS

This function allows you to view important information regarding the state of the panel’s PSU and its
standby battery supply.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Show PSU Stats.

When accepted, two windows (similar to the following) will scroll:

Batt = 24651mV Earth fault = OK Batt R = OK (’0.611’)

Mains = OK Batt = OK Charge = OK Mains = OK Batt = OK Charge = OK

Note: ‘Batt R’ shown above denotes the battery impedance. The information displayed will assist
C-TEC Technical Support to identify the cause of any problems.

ENABLE/DISABLE EARTH FAULT

This function allows the panel’s earth fault monitoring circuitry to be temporarily disabled.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Enable/Disable Earth Fault.

When accepted the following window will appear:

Earth fault monitoring is:-

Enabled

Press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle between ‘Enabled’ and ‘Disabled’, then press the
Accept4button. Fit the NVM link when requested by the panel.
Press the Escape 3button x 3 and remove the NVM link when requested by the panel.
SHOW DEVICE EEPROM
This function allows the panel to interrogate and view information held by CAST devices.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Show Device EEPROM.

When accepted, enter the loop (1 or 2) and address of the device, example shown below:

Loop : ‘1’ Loop : 1 Device : ‘nn’

When accepted, a list of device parameters, flags, data, Loop ID, Version, etc. is shown on the display.
Press the 5and6 buttons to scroll through the data.

The information displayed will assist C-TEC Technical Support to identify the cause of any problems.

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TURN LEDS ON/OFF

This function assists with fault-finding and wiring faults.

Enter AL3 (4444) > Engineer Functions > Turn LEDS ON/OFF.

When accepted, select the loop (1 or 2 or ALL) and panel displays (similar to the following) will appear.
At each display, press the 5and6 scroll buttons to toggle, then press the Accept4button to proceed.
Options are available to turn the device (polling) LEDS either ON or OFF, at Both Ends/End A Only/End B
Only and the Poll Group (see tables below for device numbers).
Press the Escape 3button to exit the function.

Turn LEDs : OFF Turn LEDs : ON

Turn LEDs : Both Ends Poll Group : 0

Poll Group Device No. Poll Group Device No.

CAUTION: ENSURE YOU DO 0 1 to 15 8 128 to 143
NOT TURN ON MORE THAN 1 16 to 31 9 144 to 159
THREE (3) POLL GROUPS AT 2 32 to 47 10 160 to 175
THE SAME TIME, OTHERWISE 3 48 to 63 11 176 to 191
TOO MUCH CURRENT WILL 4 64 to 79 12 192 to 207
PASS THROUGH THE LOOP. 5 80 to 95 13 208 to 223
6 96 to 111 14 224 to 239
7 112 to 127 15 240 to 255

DIAGNOSTICS FUNCTIONS

These functions are for trained engineers only and are not detailed in this manual. Contact C-TEC
Technical for further assistance.

MAINTENANCE
Periodic system maintenance should be carried out on the system as prescribed in the local design,
maintenance and installation regulations.
The Fire Alarm panel’s standby batteries should be checked for integrity of the connections and deposits
indicating venting. A periodic load test with the mains supply disconnected should also be performed
to ensure adequate battery capacity. Both batteries should be renewed if there is any doubt about
their integrity.
The panel’s event log should be checked for any faults that have automatically cleared, and these dealt
with accordingly.

STANDBY BATTERY CALCULATION GUIDE

Hint! Hint! An XFP Loop & Battery Calculator Tool is available for download on C-TEC’s website
to assist with battery calculations (available @ www.c-tec.com).

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CAST XFP 1 Loop 32 Zone Panel (Part No. XFP501/CA)
CAST XFP 2 Loop 32 Zone Panel (Part No. XFP502/CA)
POWER SUPPLY
Mains supply (a.c.) 230V ∿ 50/60Hz. Rated current 0.68A r.m.s.
Internal power supply 18.7Vd.c. to 29.0Vd.c. (Ripple voltage 500mV p-p)
Maximum rated current 2.5A @ 230Va.c. (2.5A battery only with mains off)
I max. a = 300mA (XFP501/CA), I max. a = 406mA (XFP502/CA)
Current specification
I max. b = 1.9A; I min. = 106mA
Maximum internal battery resistance Ri max. = 1.1Ω
Earth fault monitoring Yes (any conductor)
Mains supply & battery charger monitored for failure Yes
Batteries monitored for disconnection & failure Yes
Batteries protected against deep discharge Yes
Maximum battery size and type 2 x 12V, 1.2Ah to 7Ah VRLA batteries. Use YUASA NP7-12/12S for LPCB approved systems.
Quiescent current <50mA (1 loop unloaded - XFP501/CA); <56mA (2 loops unloaded - XFP502/CA) - with mains failed
LOOP DRIVER (PROGRAMMABLE & MONITORED)
Number of loop drivers 1 (XFP501/CA) or 2 (XFP502/CA)
Communication protocol CAST® (C-TEC Addressable System Technology)
Loop monitored for open and short circuit faults Yes
On-board loop isolators Yes
Auto-polling from each loop end & both ends (A & B) Yes
Maximum output current & voltage per loop 450mA (Voltage: 40V)
Max. number of addressable devices (detectors, MCPs) 255 CAST devices for 1 loop panel (XFP501/CA), 510 CAST devices for 2 loop panel (XFP502/CA)
Device addressing options Devices automatically addressed by the panel, or manually addressed using CAPROG
Short-circuit isolator in every loop device Yes
Maximum loop cable length 1km
Number of programmable sounder groups 16
Number of programmable output sets 16
CONVENTIONAL SOUNDER CIRCUIT (PROGRAMMABLE & MONITORED)
Number of sounder circuits 2 (programmable, independent conventional circuits)
End of line (EOL) resistor value 6800 ohm, 5% tolerance, 0.25W
Line monitored for open and short circuit faults Yes
Each output fused at (maximum sounder output current) 400mA. Protected by resettable overload circuit.
Output voltage 19.5V minimum; 28V maximum
Maximum length per circuit 500m
AUXILIARY OUTPUTS (PROGRAMMABLE)
Relay type / Output Volt-free, single pole changeover / 1A, 30Vd.c. (maximum)
3 x auxiliary relays (Relay1, Relay2, Relay3) Programmed from cause and effects
1 x failsafe fault relay Active when no faults are present
‘+24Vd.c.’ Aux. power output 19.5V minimum, 28V maximum. Maximum current 100mA.
AUXILIARY INPUTS (PROGRAMMABLE, NON-MONITORED)
2 x auxiliary inputs (I/P1, I/P2) Connect to 0V to trigger, maximum input voltage 27Vd.c. (non-latching).
FUSES (to EN60127-2)
Primary fuse (F1) T 1A H 250V 20mm ceramic (T=Time Delay, H=High Breaking Current)
Battery fuse (F3) 3.15A F 20mm ceramic (F=Fast Acting)
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Menu, More Information, Silence Internal Sounder, Control Panel Reset, Investigate,
Control buttons
Silence/Resound Sounders
Event scrolling and menu access buttons (scroll up) 5 (1), (scroll down) 6 (3), Accept 4 (2), Escape 3 (4)
Liquid crystal display Two lines x 40 characters, backlit
Number of zonal LED indicators 32
(General) Fire, Supply Present, Test, Accessed, General Disablement, Phased Evacuation,
Other LED indicators
General Fault, Power Supply Fault, System Fault, Sounder Status, Delays Running.
PHYSICAL
Dimensions 435mm(W) x 270mm(H) x 85mm(D)
Weight / Construction 4.5kg (without batteries) / hinged metal lid, metal back box
IP Rating (to EN60529) IP30 (indoor use only)
Paint finish Light grey texture (RAL7035) epoxy paint
CABLING REQUIREMENTS
Type of cable Fire resistant screened cable, minimum size 1mm2
Maximum loop cable length 1km
Connector blocks Fixed type, largest acceptable conductor size, 1.5mm2
Maximum allowable loop impedance (each conductor) 20 ohm
Maximum cable capacitance .27µF
NETWORK (OPTIONAL)
Network connection Via AFP711 network driver card, one card fitted at each networked main panel
Network type 2-wire, screened, enhanced fire-resistant cable ≥1 mm2, RS485 non-redundant network
Maximum number of main panels per network 8
Maximum no. of repeaters per non-networked main panel 8
Maximum cable length per network 1km (main panel network); 500m (repeater panel network)
PC/PRINTER INTERFACE
PC connection Via main PCB RS232 molex connector (lead supplied with XFP507 PC programming tools)
Printer connection Not available
OPERATING CONDITIONS
The enclosure is designed for indoor use only. The components are selected to operate within their specification when the environmental conditions
outside the enclosure comply with class 3k5 of IEC 721-3-3. Temperature range: -10oC to +40oC. Maximum humidity: 95% non condensing.
CERTIFICATES (Certificates and DOPs are available for download on C-TEC’s website)
LPCB Certificate Number: 176b LPCB Reference Numbers: 176b/27 (XFP501/CA) & 176b/28 (XFP502/CA)
Declaration of Performance: DOP0000072 CPR Certificate Numbers: 2831-CPR-F2523 (XFP501/CA) & 2831-CPR-F2524 (XFP502/CA)
UKCA Certificate Numbers: 0832-UKCA-CPR-F1052 (XFP501/CA) & 0832-UKCA-CPR-F1053 (XFP502/CA)
Tested to: EN54-2:1997 + A1:2006 and EN54-4:1997 + A1:2002 + A2:2006

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