NOTIFIER INSPIRE Series: Building Your Panel
Presented by Tressa Joy, Offering Manager, on March 1, 2023.
Agenda: NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ Panel Configuration
By the end of this session, you will:
- Understand panel model differences
- Have a base knowledge of NOTIFIER INSPIRE (N16x) components
- Identify which components will be required to meet your project specification
- Be familiar with how components are arranged for the NOTIFIER INSPIRE panel
- Be aware of component physical and bus limitations
- Be familiar with new reference tools provided for NOTIFIER INSPIRE configurations
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ Series: Panel Model Overview
N16E OVERVIEW
The N16E is a single, scalable addressable life safety system. It features:
- One part number includes enclosure, power supply, loop, CPU, and display.
- Provision for an optional annunciator.
- A 10" HD touchscreen display.
- Capacity for 318 devices per loop (159 detectors/159 modules).
- Expandable to multi-configurations.
- A 6-Amp power supply supporting four Notification Appliance Circuits (Class A or B).
- Synchronization with System Sensor Strobes, Wheelock, and Gentex.
- Charging capability for 7Ah – 100Ah batteries.
- Universal AC input.
- Remote Annunciator support.
- Support for Standard and High-Speed NOTI-FIRE-NET.
- Compliance with UL 864 10th Edition.
- Future support for Marine and Seismic applications.
- Standard and Advanced Detection Capabilities, including Self-Test detectors.
- Future releases planned for Releasing modules and 4-20mA modules.
- Backwards compatible.
Visual Description: An image shows the NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16E panel, featuring a large touchscreen display, indicator lights, and control buttons.
N16X OVERVIEW
The N16X is a scalable addressable life safety system with chassis-mounted CPU and power supply. Key features include:
- 318 devices per loop (159 detectors/159 modules), expandable up to ten loops for 3180 total devices.
- A 10" HD touchscreen display or an option for no display.
- Configurable 6 Amp power supply providing 6 amps total power for System, Loop, and NAC's, expandable to a total of 3 power supplies.
- Four Notification Appliance Circuits (Class A or B).
- Synchronization with System Sensor Strobes, Wheelock, and Gentex.
- Charging capability for 7Ah – 100Ah batteries.
- Universal AC input.
- Integrated Digital Voice with DVC and DVC amplifiers.
- CAB-5 Series enclosure.
- Remote Annunciator support.
- Support for Standard and High-Speed NOTI-FIRE-NET.
- UL 864 10th Edition listed.
- Future support for Marine and Seismic applications.
- Backwards compatible.
Visual Description: An image shows the NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X panel, featuring a large touchscreen display, multiple card slots, and a red firefighter telephone handset.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ N16E CONFIGURATION
Application Reimagined
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16E: More Flexibility in a Small Package
The N16e offers enhanced flexibility in a compact design:
- Includes enclosure, display, CPU, loop card, and power supply pre-installed from the factory.
- Features an optional cutout in the dress panel for ACM-30.
- Allows for two additional cards to be stacked to the right of the power supply, such as a Loop Card and a Network Card.
Visual Description: Images display the internal components of the N16e, illustrating the CPU, loop card, power supply, and how additional cards can be stacked.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ N16X INFOGRAPHIC
Quick Reference Reimagined
NOTIFIER INSPIRE CAB-5 SERIES INFOGRAPHIC
Single Page Reference (11x17)
Designed as a quick-reference for INSPIRE panel configuration, this infographic:
- Illustrates mounting locations by type and capacity.
- Provides commonly used part numbers.
- Graphically presents related components.
- Features "Conceptual" graphics for orientation purposes only.
Visual Description: A diagram shows the layout of components within a CAB-5 Series enclosure, detailing various card types like CPU, Networking, SLC, Audio, and their potential mounting positions.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE
Applications Reimagined
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: Complete Component and Assembly Reference
This guide provides detailed information for component and assembly:
- Adds accurate 3D model images for clarity and provides samples with BOM (Bill of Materials).
- Content is arranged in a dual-page format for adjacent information.
- Equipment shipped as a single part number is shown assembled.
- Options are briefly explained with part numbers provided.
- Mounting location limitations are explained.
- Includes sample configurations with brief system descriptions and 3D full-color isometric views of internal components.
- Presents a complete BOM for systems shown.
Visual Description: An image displays the cover of the "NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ N16x CONFIGURATION GUIDE".
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: BACKBOXES
What is Different with the CAB-5 Series?
The CAB-5 Series offers differences compared to the CAB-4 Series:
- Taller & Deeper:
- CAB-4 Series: All 24"W x 5.218"D
- CAB-5 Series: All 24"W x 5.5"D
- Dimensions:
- CAB-4 Series: SBB-A4 (13.9"H), SBB-B4 (28.5"H), SBB-C4 (37.125"H), SBB-D4 (45.75"H)
- CAB-5 Series: SBB-A5 (20.31"H), SBB-B5 (29.88"H), SBB-C5 (34.44"H), SBB-D5 (49.00"H), SBB-E5 (58.56"H)
- Slot and anchor for chassis.
- Rows 1, 2, and 3 stud spacing allows for audio chassis.
Visual Description: Images compare the physical differences in depth and mounting features between CAB-4 and CAB-5 series backboxes.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: DOORS
What is Different with the CAB-5 Series?
Key differences in the CAB-5 Series doors include:
- Hinge update.
- Keylock Orientation.
- Reversible Trim with Optional Red Trim (ordered separately).
Visual Description: Diagrams illustrate door hinging mechanisms and lock details for the CAB-5 series, showing maintained left and right door hinging.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: CHASSIS
Decisions, Decisions
Key chassis components and their features:
- CPU-N16LND:
- N16 CPU, PMB-AUX, and SLC Card.
- Supports up to 6 cards.
- CPU provides CLP Bus and AIO Bus.
- CPU-N16LD:
- N16 CPU, PMB-AUX, Display, and SLC Card.
- Supports up to 6 cards.
- CPU provides CLP Bus and AIO Bus.
- PMB-AUX:
- Power Supply (includes 4 NAC circuits).
- Supports Zone Coding (enabled via license).
- Supports up to 6 cards.
- Connects to CLP Bus (up to 3 max directly connected).
- CHS-ADP:
- CAB-5 to CAB-4 Adaptor Plate for mounting CAB-4 Chassis in CAB-5 Panel.
- Supports CHS-6, CHS-4, CHS-4L, DAA2, etc.
- Currently, ACPS-610 is not supported.
Visual Description: Images show various chassis components: CPU-N16LND, CPU-N16LD, PMB-AUX, and CHS-ADP.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: AUDIO CHASSIS
Flexible
Audio chassis options include:
- C5A-NW:
- DVC-EM Chassis without Microphone and Well.
- Features 2 hidden card mounting locations.
- Set for Row 2, adjustable for rows 1 or 3.
- C5A-M:
- DVC Chassis with Microphone Well.
- Supports optional TELH-1 in the same single-row well.
- Features 2 hidden card mounting locations.
- Set for Row 2, adjustable for Rows 1 or 3.
Visual Description: Diagrams show the C5A-NW and C5A-M audio chassis, illustrating their internal card mounting locations and the optional firefighter telephone handset.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: DRESS PANELS
We Have it Covered
Various dress panels are available for configuration:
- DP-T2A: Mounts a 10" Touchscreen display and 2 ACM-30 annunciators.
- DPA-C5: Opening for DVC-KDB and microphone well. For use with C5A-M. (Note: DVC-KDB is used for the INSPIRE panel).
- DPA-2A5: Opening for DVC-KDB and mounts 2 ACM-30 annunciators. For use with the C5A-NW.
- DPA-4A: Mounts 4 INSPIRE annunciators.
- DP-BLN: Blank Dress Panel.
- BP-5: CAB-5 Battery Cover, includes required labeling.
Visual Description: Images display various dress panels (DP-T2A, DPA-C5, DPA-2A5, DP-BLN, BP-5) and a diagram illustrating how components are mounted on them.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: RETROFIT
When Retro is IN
Retrofit options for compatibility:
- CPU-N16-RTO: Same as CPU-N16LD with a CAB-4 Series Compatible Chassis.
- PMB-AUX-RTO: Same as PMB-AUX with a CAB-4 Series Compatible Chassis.
- DP-T2A-CB4: Same as DP-T2A for use with CAB-4 Series backbox.
- DP-4A-CB4: Same as DP-4A for use with CAB-4 Series backbox.
Visual Description: Images show retrofit components like CPU-N16-RTO and PMB-AUX-RTO, along with their corresponding CAB-4 compatible chassis.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: ANNUNCIATOR
So Many Possibilities
Annunciator options and features:
- ACM-30:
- 30 Programmable capacitive touch control points.
- 60 Programmable Multi-colored LEDs.
- Does not fit in CAB-4 style annunciator openings.
- Supports up to 80 Annunciators maximum per FACP.
- Addressable from 1-10 for Routers (using wire).
- Supports up to 15 Peripherals per Router (using jumpers).
- ACM-30CBL Jumper kit available (includes 1 long and 4 short AIO bus cables).
- ABP-1:
- Covers unused INSPIRE annunciator openings.
- Limited support for cards mounted on the back.
- Does not support HIGH-SPEED network cards.
- Compatible Dress Panels: DP-T2A, DPA-2A5, DP-4A, DP-4A-CB4, DP-T2A-CB4.
Visual Description: Images display the ACM-30 annunciator and the ABP-1 annunciator backplate.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: SLC CARDS
So Many Possibilities
The SLM-318 SLC Interface Card offers:
- Communication and power via CLP bus.
- Supports 5 max per PMB-AUX Power Supply, with a total of 10 SLM-318 per CPU-N16.
- Addressable from 1-10.
- Supports Class A or Class B wiring.
- Provides 1 SLC supporting up to 318 Devices.
- Capacity for up to 159 Modules and 159 Detectors.
Visual Description: Images show the SLM-318 SLC Interface Card, displaying its front and back views with connectors and labels.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X: CLP BUS
It's All About Power
Diagrams illustrate the flow of the CLP BUS and power connections between various components, including CPU and SLM-318 cards, showing termination enabled states.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: COMMUNICATORS
Connected Alarm Transmission
Communicator options for connected alarm transmission:
- HON-CGW-MBB:
- Plastic Enclosure.
- Options include Cellular (CCM-ATT-HON for AT&T, CCM-VZ-HON for Verizon).
- Accessories: 50160636-001 (30" NUP Cable and Notifier lock/key), 32351718-001 (10' NUP Cable).
- CHS-CGW:
- Order HON-CGW-MBB to receive the Gateway card.
- Mounts CLSS Gateway on INSPIRE compatible chassis.
- Must be the far right and top card.
- Only for WIRED communications.
- CGW-DACT-NF:
- POTS Dialer with universal chassis.
- Right-front mounting only.
- Requires 2 Cards deep.
Visual Description: Images display the HON-CGW-MBB communicator, CHS-CGW, and CGW-DACT-NF POTS dialer.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: NETWORKING
Pick Your Networking Type
Networking options include:
- HS-NCM-xxx High Speed Networking:
- Supports up to 200 Nodes.
- Available in 3 board layouts, 6 variations.
- Supports Wire, Multi-mode, and Single-mode fiber optic cable.
- Fiber connectivity via LC Connectors.
- Can be used as signal repeaters.
- NCM-x Standard Speed Networking:
- Supports up to 103 Nodes (54 with DVC Live Paging).
- Available in 2 board layouts.
- Supports Wire and Multi-mode fiber optic cable.
- Fiber optic connectivity via ST Connectors.
- Use RPT-W, RPT-WF, or RPT-F as signal repeaters.
Visual Description: Images show various networking cards: HS-NCM series (HS-NCM-MFSF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-WMF-2, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-NCM-W-2) and NCM-x series (NCM-W, NCM-F).
NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: REMOTE CABINETS
Remote Controls
Remote cabinet options include:
- ABB-2/NBB-2:
- Similar backbox but with different interior mounting plates.
- ABB-2 supports up to 2 ACM-30 annunciators.
- NBB-2 supports one NCD.
- Remember: "A" = Annunciator, "N" = NCD.
- Supports one HS-NCM card (sideways) or two standard NCM cards.
- ABB-1:
- Single ACM-30 Annunciator backbox.
- Supports one standard NCM card.
- ABS-TD:
- NCD backbox.
- Supports one Standard NCM card.
- Features ONYX design language.
- RLD:
- Small remote location display.
- Stand-alone and compact.
Visual Description: Images display remote cabinets: ABB-2, NBB-2, ABB-1, ABS-TD, and the RLD display.
NOTIFIER ONYX → NOTIFIER INSPIRE: CROSS REFERENCE
This table provides a cross-reference between ONYX and INSPIRE components, as well as CAB-4 and INSPIRE mechanical parts. It maps ONYX hardware and annunciators to their INSPIRE equivalents and lists CAB-4 mechanical components and their INSPIRE mechanical counterparts. Note: The table is not exhaustive, and "FR" indicates Future Release.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ CONFIGURATION EXCERCISE
Skills Reimagined
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ N16X CONFIGURATION GUIDE: SAMPLE CONFIG
Your Turn
A sample configuration checklist for a 1 FACP system:
- 1 FACP
- 6 SLC Loops
- 50 Annunciator Control points
- Voice Control
- 500 General Zones
- 250 Logic Zones
- CLSS Wireless Connectivity
- Extra Row
- System: N16x
- CPU: CPU-N16LD
- Chassis: C5A-M
- Voice Components: PMB-AUX (1), DVC-EM, DVC-KDB, DS-FM (if applicable), SLM-318 (5), N16-LGZ (1)
- SLC Cards: SLM-318 (5)
- Licensing: N16-LGZ (1)
- Alarm Transmission: HON-CGW-MBB, CCM-ATT-HON, 50160626-001, 32351718-001
- Backbox: SBB-D5
- Door: DR-D5, DTR-D5
- Dress Panels: DP-T2A, DPA-C5, DP-BLN (2), BP-5
- Annunciators: ACM-30 (2), ACM-30CBL?
- 1 Remote annunciator: RLD*
Visual Description: Images show various NOTIFIER INSPIRE N16x panel configurations with different component arrangements.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ CONFIGURATOR
Technicality Reimagined
CLSS Tool Suite
The CLSS Tool Suite offers battery, voltage drop, and dB line loss calculations in one location. Access it at: https://buildings.honeywell.com/us/en/solutions/fire/clss/tool-suite
Visual Description: A screenshot of the CLSS Tool Suite web interface is displayed, showing project configuration options and component selections.
NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ VIRTUAL TWINS
Resources Reimagined
NOTIFIER INSPIRE VIRTUAL TWINS: An Image is Worth 1,000 Words
The value of a scalable virtual 3D model is significant. 3D CAD libraries are now available for all NOTIFIER INSPIRE Series panel components, including:
- CAB-5 Series backboxes and doors (with layer-based trim selection).
- CAB-5 chassis library.
- Retrofit chassis and dress panel.
- CAB-5 dress panel library.
- ACM-30 and ABP-1.
- SLM-318.
- Remote Cabinets.
- CLSS Gateway Library.
Also available are:
- NCM-W, NCM-F
- DVC-EM, DVC-DKB
- DS-FM
- CHS-6, CHS-4L
- DAA2 Series
- EQ Cabinets and Doors*
Visual Description: An image shows a 3D rendering of interconnected circuit boards, representing virtual twin components.