EMS MK99 Fire Cell User Guide

EMS MK99 Fire Cell

Product Usage Instructions

• Ensure the control panel and hub are installed in their designated locations as per the Hub Installation Guide (TSD052).
• After installation and applying power, the hub will display
  default information: TOT001 A000 F000.
• Install the RCCs in their intended locations following the RCC Installation Guide (TSD053).
• Each RCC has a unique ident number, which is required for logging onto the hub. Use the front display to add the RCC by ident the number or signal path selection.
• After adding the RCCs, they need to be assigned using the system interface. Follow the on-screen instructions to assign the newly added RCCs.
• Wireless devices can be added to the relevant RCCs by pressing the device’s log-on buttons or entering their unique ident numbers.
• Make sure to note down device ident numbers and types before installation.
• Refer to the Programming Manual (MK98) for detailed instructions on programming the control panel for specific system configurations and functionalities.
• Regularly check device signal levels to ensure proper connectivity and communication within the system. Follow guidelines in the manual for checking signal levels.

Introduction

• This manual provides a brief step by step guide to setting up the system. Refer to the Programming Manual (MK98), for more comprehensive guidelines.
• Note: this revision is intended for use with revision 3 software FireCell systems, as previous versions of Hub menu structures will slightly vary. Refer to the legacy version of this document, when using FireCell systems with revision 2 software.

Install panel & hub

The control panel and hub require installation into their proposed locations. See the Hub Installation Guide (TSD052) for more information.Once installed and with power applied, the hub will show the following default screen:

Where:

• TOT001 = The total number of devices logged to the hub (including the hub itself).
• A000 = The number of alarm conditions on the system.
• F000 = The number of faults currently on the system
• Note: As default, the hub will be set as device address 001 on loop 1. This can be changed if required. Refer to the Programming Manual (MK98) for more information.

Install & log on the RCCs

The RCCs (Radio Cluster Communicators) require installing in their proposed locations. Refer to the RCC Installation Guide (TSD053) for more information.A unique ident number is shown on the side of each RCC. This should be noted as this is required when logging on (adding the RCC to the hub).

• From the front display Hub/RCC Options Add RCC. Select desired signal path * Select the desired loop & device address Add By Ident Add Dev 12345 Y? ’Enter the RCCs ident New Addr L1 A002.

To exit

• If the RCC’s signal path is to be directed to the hub, then hub should be selected.
• If the RCC’s signal path is via another RCC, then the relevant RCC will need to be selected. Each option can be chosen by turning the rotary control.

Assign the RCCs

The newly added RCCs should now be assigned.
From Unassigned Dev Assign Device Assign RCCs Dev 000 of 001 changing to Done 001 of 001 (once complete)

To exit

Add and install the wireless devices

The wireless devices can be added to their relevant RCCs either by pressing the device’s log on buttons or by entering the device’s unique ident number. If adding by ident, always make a note of the devices ident numbers and device type prior to installation and refer to the Programming Manual (MK98) for further details.
Note: Ensure the wireless devices are powered before logging on to the system. See the relevant installation guide for more information.

To add devices by log on;

From front display Add New Device. Select desired RCC 01 Set Loop 1 . Addr 003 Add By Log On Press Dev Log On ‘press the devices log on button, followed by Add Dev 03456 Y? New Addr L1 A003.
To exit

Assign the devices

The newly added devices must now be assigned

From Unassigned Dev Assign Device Assign All Dev 000 of 003 changing to Done 003 of 003 (once complete)

To exit

Control Panel Programming

Program the panel, ensuring the loop number and addresses programmed at the hub correspond to those programmed at the panel.

• Ensure the write switch is set to enable.
• Turn the key switch to the enabled position.
• Press the button to enter the menu.
• Press the button to scroll down until ‘Access Level 3’ is highlighted.
• Press the button to enter the menu.
• Now, to enter the pin number, press the button four times (entering 3333).
• Press the ‘Enter’ button to enter the pin.
• Enter the ‘Edit Config ’ menu with the button.
  Press the button to scroll down the menu until ‘Add device’ is highlighted.
• Press the button to enter the menu.
• Press the & buttons to highlight the desired device loop number.
• Press the button to select the loop required.
• Press the & buttons to scroll through the available address numbers.
• Press the button to select the address required.
• Press the & buttons to scroll through the device types until the required type is shown.

 Check device signal levels

• The signal levels for all wireless devices and RCCs must be checked. This menu will display the signal levels in dB for each wireless device and RCC over a 24-hour period, listed in loop and address number order.
• After the system has been running for a 24-hour period, the device signal levels should display 20dB or above and the RCC signal levels should also display 20dB or above.
• If any devices are under the signal level requirements, check the flowchart on ‘How to improve device signal levels’ section for guidance.

Front display Advanced Global Sig Stat

Examples of good signal levels are shown below:

Examples of both good and bad signal levels are shown below:

Test the system

Note: Loops can be entered into fast test for ease of testing. This allows the detectors on the selected loops to be triggered into an alarm condition quicker than normal. The led on the device will flash to indicate it is in this fast test mode. A time period of between 1 and 30 minutes is selectable which decrements and is then re-generated on a fire alarm event. The devices automatically come out of fast test mode when the timer expires or the fast test mode is exited.

Front display AdvancedStart Fast Test
To exit

Hub menu structure

• Alarm status shown as I/O Status for Input/Output device types.
• Programming features not yet released in this version of software.

Fault rectification

How to improve signal levels

The information contained within this literature is correct at time of publishing. EMS reserves the right to change any information regarding products as part of its continual development enhancing new technology and reliability. EMS advises that any product literature issue numbers are checked with its head office prior to any formal specification being written.

FAQ

• Q: Where can I find more comprehensive guidelines for setting up the system?
• A: Refer to the Programming Manual (MK98) for detailed instructions beyond what is provided in this user manual.