Mircom FA-300 Series LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Units

Description

Mircom's FA-300 Series fire alarm control panels are available in 6 and 12 zone models. These panels are equipped with a two-line by 20-character back-lit LCD display and a numerical keypad. An integrated UDACT/Digital Communicator is included on select models. The FA-300 Series family also offers remote LED and LCD annunciators, as well as remote relay modules.

The FA-300 Series panels are well-suited for both new and retrofit applications, designed for small to medium commercial, institutional, and industrial occupancies. These panels possess the power to meet current installation demands. Configuration can be done on-site via the keypad or remotely via a PC. The panels are easy to install, operate, and configure, allowing installers to tailor the system to specific requirements.

The FA-300 Series panels feature a 5 Amp power supply, a 4-wire resettable smoke power supply (300mA max.), an interface for a Remote Trouble Indicator (RTI), and an RS-485 interface for remote LCD annunciators, LED annunciators, and Remote Smart Relay modules.

All FA-300 Series panels include a red door, black enclosure, a durable CAT-30 lock and key, and space for up to 12 AH batteries. Optional trim rings are available for semi-flush mounting.

Features

• Listed to UL 864, 9th edition.
• Available in 6 and 12 zone models.
• Integrated UDACT/Digital Communicator on select models.
• Equipped with a 2-line by 20-character back-lit LCD display and numerical keypad.
• Front panel and PC programmable.
• Remote upload/download capabilities.
• Base panel is equipped with Class "B" (Style "B") initiating circuits, configurable to Class "A" (Style "D") using an ICAC-306 Class "A" converter module.
• Initiating circuits can be configured for Alarm, Verified Alarm, Waterflow Alarm, Sprinkler Alarm, Latching or Non-Latching Supervisory, Monitor, and Trouble-Only modes.
• Base panel is equipped with Class "B" (Style "B") indicating circuits, configurable to Class "A" (Style "Z") using an OCAC-304 or OCAC-302 Class "A" signal converter module.
• Audible signals can be configured for Steady, Temporal Code, California Code, and March Time.
• Indicating Circuits can be configured for Silenceable or Non-Silenceable for both signals and strobes.
• Built-in sync protocols for strobe manufacturers: Mircom, Amseco, System Sensor, Gentex, Faraday, and Wheelock.
• Relay contacts for Common Alarm, Auxiliary/Alarm (Disconnectable), Common Supervisory, and Common Trouble.
• Configurable Signal Silence Inhibit, Auto Signal Silence, and One-Man Walk Test.
• Subsequent Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble operation.
• RS-485 Interface for Remote LED Annunciators, LCD Annunciators, and Remote Smart Relay Modules.
• Interface for a Remote Trouble Indicator (RTI).
• Two event history logs: a 200-event alarm log for alarm-related events and a 200-event general log for all other events.
• 5 Amp Power Supply.
• Optional modules for additional internal relay circuits and City Tie/Polarity Reversal.
• Optional trim rings for semi-flush mounting.

Initiating Circuits

The FA-300 Series panels are equipped with Class "B" (Style "B") initiating circuits. These can be configured as Class "A" (Style "D") using an ICAC-306 Class "A" converter adder module. Each initiating circuit can be configured for the following modes:

• Alarm (Without smoke detector verification)
• Verified Alarm (With smoke detector verification)
• Waterflow Alarm (Water flow sensors)
• Sprinkler Alarm (Sprinkler flow sensors)
• Latching Supervisory
• Non-Latching Supervisory
• Monitor (non-latching input used mainly for correlating to a relay circuit)
• Trouble-Only (for monitoring a trouble condition from an external device)

Indicating Circuits

The FA-300 Series panels are equipped with Class "B" (Style "B") indicating circuits, which can be configured as Class "A" (Style "Z") using an OCAC-304 or OCAC-302 Class "A" signal converter adder module. Audible signals can be configured for Steady, Temporal Code, California Code, and March Time. Each indicating circuit can be configured for:

• Silenceable Signal
• Non-Silenceable Signal
• Silenceable Strobe
• Non-Silenceable Strobe

The FA-300 series includes built-in sync protocols for strobe manufacturers: Mircom, Amseco, System Sensor, Gentex, Faraday, and Wheelock.

i3 Series Protocol

The FA-300 Series panels feature the built-in i3 Series protocol, supporting two-wire i3 Series smoke detectors (2W-B/2WT-B). These detectors provide the following status information:

• Open circuit trouble: Indicates a broken loop.
• Communication trouble: Indicates a fault in the line or noisy line, preventing panel communication with devices.
• Dirty device: Indicates one or more devices on the i3 zone are dirty.
• Out of sensitivity: Indicates one or more devices on the i3 zone are out of sensitivity range and cannot detect an alarm condition.
• Freeze trouble: Indicates a device on the i3 zone has detected a freeze condition (temperature below 41°F / 5°C), available only on model 2WT-B.

The built-in protocol eliminates the need for the 2W-MOD Maintenance Module.

UDACT/Digital Communicator

The FA-300 Series panels feature a fully integrated UDACT/Digital Communicator for reporting events to a monitoring facility. It supports single or dual line operation and uses SIA and Ademco Contact ID protocols. Configuration is done via the main display and keypad. The UDACT/Digital Communicator also allows for remote computer connection for uploading/downloading configuration data and viewing event history logs. The panels maintain two event history logs: a 200-event alarm log and a 200-event general log.

The communicator can be configured for DACT (reporting common alarm, trouble, and supervisory information) or UDACT (reporting point-specific information) modes.

FA-300 Series LCD Version Models

FA-300-6DR Six Zone LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Panel

The FA-300-6DR is equipped with six Class "B" (Style "B") initiating circuits and two Class "B" (Style "Y") indicating circuits (rated @ 1.7 Amps max., 5 Amps total). It supports ICAC-306 Class "A" converter modules for initiating circuits and OCAC-302 Class "A" converter modules for indicating circuits. The cabinet supports up to 12 AH batteries and can be semi-flush mounted with the optional FA-300TRB trim ring.

• Dimensions: FA-300-6DR: 20"H x 14.5"W x 4.5"D; FA-300TRB: 22.5"H x 17"W

FA-300-6DDR Six Zone LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Panel with UDACT/Digital Communicator

The FA-300-6DDR is equipped with six Class "B" (Style "B") initiating circuits and two Class "B" (Style "Y") indicating circuits (rated @ 1.7 Amps max., 5 Amps total). It supports ICAC-306 Class "A" converter modules for initiating circuits and OCAC-302 Class "A" converter modules for indicating circuits. This model includes a built-in UDACT/Digital Communicator and supports up to 12 AH batteries. It can be semi-flush mounted with the optional FA-300TRB trim ring.

• Dimensions: FA-300-6DDR: 20"H x 14.5"W x 4.5"D; FA-300TRB: 22.5"H x 17"W

FA-301-12DDR Twelve Zone LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Panel with UDACT/Digital Communicator

The FA-301-12DDR is equipped with twelve Class "B" (Style "B") initiating circuits and four Class "B" (Style "Y") indicating circuits (rated @ 1.7 Amps max., 5 Amps total). It supports ICAC-306 Class "A" converter modules for initiating circuits and OCAC-304 Class "A" converter modules for indicating circuits. This model includes a built-in UDACT/Digital Communicator and supports up to 12 AH batteries. It can be semi-flush mounted with the optional FA-UNIV-TRB trim ring.

• Dimensions: FA-301-12DDR: 26"H x 14.5"W x 4.5"D; FA-UNIV-TRB: 28.5"H x 17"W

Remote Annunciators

RAM-300LCDR Remote LCD Annunciator

The RAM-300LCDR provides remote annunciation via a 2-line by 20-character LCD display. It features control switches for System Reset, Signal Silence, Fire Drill, and Acknowledge, along with a numeric keypad for menu access. Common control functions can be disabled on a per-function basis. LED indicators are present for A.C. On, Alarm, Supervisory, Trouble, and CPU Fail. The RAM-300LCDR includes a red enclosure and a CAT-30 lock and key.

RAM-208R/RAM-216R Remote LED Annunciators

The RAM-208R and RAM-216R provide 8 or 16 points of LED annunciation, respectively. They feature bi-colored LEDs configurable for Alarm (red) or Supervisory (amber). These annunciators include indicators for A.C. On, Common Trouble, and Signal Silence, along with control switches for System Reset, Signal Silence, Lamp Test, and Buzzer Silence. A keyswitch allows for enabling/disabling of common control functions. Both models are available in a red finish and mount in a 4-gang electrical box.

SRM-312R Smart Relay Module

The SRM-312 provides twelve configurable relay circuits (rated @ 28 VDC, 1 amp resistive). Each circuit can be configured as Normally Open (N.O.) or Normally Closed (N.C.). Each relay has an LED indicator that illuminates when energized. Relays can be configured per zone, Common on Alarm, Common on Supervisory, or for logical/adjacent zone configurations. An adjacent zone configuration activates an adjacent zone when the configured zone is active. Chaining configurations allow multiple relays to activate. The SRM-312 is DIP switch configurable and connects to the RS-485 bus. It includes a red enclosure and a CAT-30 lock and key.

RAM-1016TZDS Remote LED Annunciator

The RAM-1016TZDS Remote LED Annunciator offers 16 points of LED annunciation with bi-colored LEDs for Alarm (Red) or Supervisory (Amber). It includes indicators for A.C. On, Common Trouble, and Signal Silence, and controls for System Reset, Lamp Test, Fire Drill, Buzzer Silence, and Signal Silence. Control switches can be disabled on a per-function basis. It mounts in a BB-1000 series enclosure.

RTI-1 Remote Trouble Indicator

Mircom's Remote Trouble Indicator provides remote annunciation of fire alarm troubles. The RTI-1 mounts onto a standard single-gang electrical box.

Adder Modules

ICAC-306 Six Initiating Circuit Class “A” Converter Module

The ICAC-306 converts six Class “B” (Style “B”) initiating circuits on the FA-300 main board to Class “A” (Style “D”) circuits. It connects to the FA-300 main board via wire leads and mounts to the right of the main board's initiating circuits. Two ICAC-306 modules are needed for the FA-301-12DDR panel to convert all twelve initiating circuits.

OCAC-304 Four Indicating Circuit Class “A” Converter Module

The OCAC-304 converts four Class “B” (Style “Y”) indicating circuits on the FA-300 main board to Class “A” (Style “Z”) circuits. It connects to the FA-300 main board via wire leads and mounts to the right of the main board's indicating circuits. This module is used with the FA-301-12DDR series panels.

OCAC-302 Two Indicating Circuit Class “A” Converter Module

The OCAC-302 converts two Class “B” (Style “Y”) indicating circuits on the FA-300 main board to Class “A” (Style “Z”) circuits. It connects to the FA-300 main board via wire leads and mounts to the right of the main board's indicating circuits. This module is used with the FA-300-6DDR series panels.

RM-306/RM-312 Relay Circuit Adder Modules

The RM-306 provides six configurable relay circuits (rated @ 28 VDC, 1 amp resistive), and the RM-312 provides twelve configurable Form C relay circuits (rated @ 28 VDC, 1 amp resistive). Each circuit can be configured as Normally Open (N.O.) or Normally Closed (N.C.). Each relay has an LED indicator when energized. Relays can be configured per zone, Common on Alarm, Common on Supervisory, or for logical/adjacent zone configurations. An adjacent zone configuration activates an adjacent zone when the configured zone is active. Chaining configurations allow multiple relays to activate.

PR-300 Polarity Reversal/City Tie Module

The PR-300 provides outputs for city box and polarity reversal applications. As a city tie module, it interfaces the control panel indicating circuits with a master box for off-premises signal transmission, complying with NFPA requirements for Auxiliary Protective Systems. As a polarity reversal module, it interfaces the control panel with a reverse polarity receiver for off-premises signal transmission, complying with NFPA requirements.

ELRX-300 Active End-of-Line Resistors

The ELRX-300 are power-saving End-of-Line resistors that eliminate the need for additional battery cabinets or larger batteries to meet the 60-hour standby requirement. They can also be used when larger batteries than those fitting in the cabinet are required. The ELRX-300 is available with or without a mounting plate.

Specifications

AC Input

• 120VAC @ 60Hz / 240VAC @ 50Hz

Standby Power

• 24VDC standby batteries

Charging Capability

• 4 to 12 AH

Current Consumption

* Using Active End of Line Resistors. Refer to the installation and operation manual for more information.

Indicating Circuits

• Power limited / 24VDC unfiltered / 1.7A @ 49°C per circuit. Maximum 5 Amps.
• Aux supply (non-resetable): Power limited / 22.3VDC regulated / 500mA max.
• 4-wire smoke supply (resetable): Power limited/22.3VDC regulated / 300mA max.
• Unfiltered supply (full wave rectified): Power limited / 24VDC unfiltered / 1.7A max at 49°C.

Auxiliary Relays

• Common alarm/supv/trb/ and auxiliary second alarm: FormC / 28VDC / 1A max.

Ordering Information

Control Panels

• FA-300-6DR: Six Zone LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Panel
• FA-300-6DDR: Six Zone LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Panel with built-in UDACT/Digital Communicator
• FA-301-12DDR: Twelve Zone LCD Display Fire Alarm Control Panel with built-in UDACT/Digital Communicator

Remote Annunciators and modules

• RAM-300LCDR: Remote LCD Annunciator (Red enclosure)
• RAM-300LCDW: Remote LCD Annunciator (White enclosure)
• RAM-208R: Eight zone Remote LED Annunciator
• RAM-216R: Sixteen zone Remote LED Annunciator
• RAM-1016TZDS: Sixteen zone Remote LED Annunciator with individual Trouble LEDs
• SRM-312R: Remote Relay Module with red enclosure
• RTI-1: Remote Trouble Indicator
• BB-1001R: Red enclosure for RAM-1016/RAM-1016TZ
• BB-1001S: Semi-Flush Stainless Steel Enclosure for RAM-1016/RAM-1016TZ
• BB-1001WPR: Red Semi-Flush Weatherproof Enclosure for RAM-1016/RAM-1016TZ
• TH-101: Heater Kit for use with BB-1001WPR

Adder Modules

• ICAC-306: Six Initiating Circuit Class "A" Converter Module
• OCAC-304: Four Indicating Circuit Class "A" Converter Module
• OCAC-302: Two Indicating Circuit Class "A" Converter Module
• RM-306: Six Relay Circuit Adder Module
• RM-312: Twelve Relay Circuit Adder Module
• PR-300: Polarity Reversal/City Tie Module
• ELRX-300: Active End-of-Line Resistor
• ELRX-300R: Active End-of-Line Resistor with red mounting plate

Accessories

• FA-300TRB: Black Semi-Flush Trim Ring for FA-300-6 enclosures
• FA-UNIV-TRB: Black Universal Semi-Flush Trim Ring for FA-301-12 enclosures
• UIMA: Universal Programming Tool