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Fire Operator Workstation (Fire OWS) Technical Bulletin

1. FIREOWS PC 02 S ke fo O AC Black x g 2 2 Oo xo 8 8 g TTT Ss oD a E oz o E N 3 Q x o N Os 0 T za zS 6 6 ee di E X O oa iL GY at LI Selection Switch lt lt Voltage Mounting Screw 50 60 Hz Primary Power Ee B To 115 VAC 50 60 Hz Primary Power or 230 VAC FIRE PCLB 4 Power Cord Figure 12 Hardwiring the Fire OWS 40 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Loading Fire OWS Software Commissioning Procedures Software commissioning involves installing the Metasys Fire OWS software The Fire OWS is factory installed with Metasys PMI software Note The Metasys software must be Release 10 0 or later and must match the Fire OWS software major revision otherwise the Fire software does not install The Fire OWS must use the Windows 98 operating system Once your Fire OWS is installed and wired verify that the Metasys PMI software is working properly See the Operator Workstation Technical Bulletin LIT 636013 for information on Metasys PMI After you load your database and verify that the preloaded Metasys PMI software is running correctly exit the Metasys system remain in the Windows operating system and install the Fire OWS
2. These notes apply to printers attached to the Fire OWS For information on printers directly attached to an NC see the Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin LIT 6360251 Note Do not define the dedicated MIFN printer on COM1 to the Metasys program using DDL or Online Definition Define the dedicated MIEN printer to the Windows operating system only The Fire OWS and Fire Net NCM support either the PRN 3 PRN 4 or JPRN 5 printer as the dedicated MIFN printer You may use the optional printer to report Metasys BAS messages that can be PRN 3 PRN 4 JPRN 5 or any EDP or UL 1950 Listed serial printer The following section covers information related to the Metasys BAS optional printer See Dedicated Printer Configuration in the Installation Procedures section of this technical bulletin for printer settings required to operate with the Fire OWS Metasys summaries and reports print to the printer specified with the Change Printer option in the Item menu You may attach this printer to a port on the workstation or to a port on another workstation When defining the printer on the Fire OWS note that the printer type and driver settings in the Printer Definition and Focus windows must match the settings as listed in the Control Panel Printers dialog box Also in the Control Panel Printers dialog box select this printer as the default printer which changes the device parameter in the WIN INI file Note This process is also
3. 52 54 54 55 56 58 59 59 60 60 Application Details Introduction This document describes the capabilities installation and commissioning of the Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS The Fire OWS is a fire specific Metasys Operator Workstation OWS used for fire alarm trouble system point reporting on the Metasys Intelligent Fire Network MIFN Like the OWS the Fire OWS is an easy to use high level interface for the operator of a Metasys Building Automation System BAS In addition to the building fire alarm system operations described in this document an operator can use the Fire OWS to perform the standard Metasys BAS functions monitoring the facility controlling the facility examining historical and current information about facility operations and defining objects and features Unlike the standard Metasys OWS which is restricted to auxiliary reporting of fire systems the Fire OWS is Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL Listed under UL 864 UOJZ as a primary fire alarm reporting station The Fire OWS presents alarms to the operator and allows the operator to acknowledge signal silence and reset alarms from any fire alarm control panel connected to the MIFN The alarms allow the Metasys system to be used in situations where multiple Intelligent Fire Controller IFC panels are required In addition the Fire OWS is also UL Listed under UL 864 UUKL smoke control and can be used to annunciate as well as
4. BAUD 9600 PARITY NONE DATA 8 STOP 1 MODE COM2 BAUD 9600 PARITY NONE DATA 8 STOP 1 MODE LPT1 COM2 SET DFEDIT C DFEDIT SET TMP C GPLTMP See Note below SET GPLUMAC C CUSTUMAC See Note below SET GPLCMP C See Note below SET GPLPATH C FMS DATA See Note below SET FMSDATA C FMS DATA SET DRIVE A SET TEMP C TEMP SET FMSDOS C FMS DATA SET FMSPATH C FMS IF EXIST C BATCH SETARCH BAT CALL C BATCH SETARCH BAT Note Though all elements of the path must be present in the path line they may be in a different order MS DOS limit is 127 characters Some lines exist only for new GPL installs 44 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin IMPORTANT Verify that the following lines are not in the AUTOEXEC BAT file C DOS DOSSHELL WIN FASTOPEN Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 45 Appendix B METASYS INI File Once you install the Fire OWS software the following additions are made to the METASYS INI file Table 15 Additional METASYS INI Lines Line with Default Setting Options Description FNHwdinterrupt 5 Number must match the MIFN MIB OWS Fire OWS board setting Interrupt Setting Default 5 ChanAUseLowThresh 0 0 High 1 Low Threshold setting for Channel A Default is high FNChanBUseLowThresh 0 O High 1 Low Threshold settin
5. Bus Address Latch Enable has no jumper IOCHRDY I O Channel Ready jumper for low speed Pentium computers OWS Zero Wait State jumper is required for high speed Pentium computers MEMEN16B Enable 16 Bit Memory jumper is required for high speed Pentium computers There cannot be a jumper on both IOCHRDY and OWS at the same time Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 23 N1 Node ID You need to set the node address of the Fire OWS on the Fire OWS N1 Switches LAN ARCNET board All network nodes connected to either the N1 LAN or the MIFN must have a node address to identify it on either one or both of the networks IFC panels INAs Fire Net NCMs and Fire OWSs are all MIFN nodes The IFC panels and INAs are only connected to the MIFN while the Fire Net NCMs and Fire OWSs are connected to both the N1 LAN and the MIFN Since they connect to two networks certain restrictions apply to the Fire Net NCM and Fire OWS node address The node address for the Fire OWS and Fire Net NCM must be e within the range specified under IMPORTANT listed below e the same number on both the N1 LAN and the MIFN Note The MIB does not have DIP switches to set its node address The MIB assumes the same address that is set on the N1 ARCNET card in the Fire OWS or the N1 ARCNET card on the Fire Net NCM IMPORTANT The Fire OWS must have a network node address between 150 159 Each Fire Net NCM must have a network node address between 7
6. HVAC control The Fire OWSs and Fire Net NCMs are connected to both the MIFN and N1 LAN while the IFC panels and INAs are only connected to the MIFN The MIFN is the fire system communication path however if path resources are available the N1 LAN fire system communication may use the N1 LAN Fire System communication uses the N1 LAN when commissioning and or maintenance is required In addition the N1 LAN provides the interface between the fire alarm energy management and smoke control systems MIFN Nodes Controllers annunciators NCMs and workstations that connect to the MIFN and communicate with Metasys equipment via the N1 LAN are referred to as MIFN nodes The MIFN supports up to 50 fire alarm system nodes and an MIFN node is any of the following e Fire OWS e IFC panels e Fire Net NCM e INA All MIFN nodes must have a node address also referred to as a node number to identify them on the MIFN For more information on the node address range requirements other than the Fire OWS see the Node Addresses section of the Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Technical Bulletin LIT 448196 For information on allowable Fire OWS node addresses see the Connecting to the MIFN section of this document 8 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Theory of The Fire OWS capabilities are listed below For information on the Operation standard Operator Workstation BAS features see the Operator Workstation Technical
7. system Data Definition Programming tool that enables operator to define Provides a quick method for defining Language DDL computer groups systems and objects using lines large blocks of new system objects of text Archive Archiving of trend totalization follow up and status Allows archiving of trend totalization reports of HVAC points follow up and status reports of HVAC points Note Trends and totalization are not available for fire points Because they are not available this may cause confusion 10 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Active vs Monitor Modes All standard Metasys OWSs and Fire OWSs can view the MIFN nodes and IFC panel devices on the MIFN as well as provide standard Metasys BAS functions However only the Fire OWS has the capability to control the MIFN nodes and devices A Fire OWS can be in either of two modes when communicating with a Fire Net NCM Active or Monitor Table 3 Two Modes of Operation Mode Description __ Active Responds to alarms and changes of state from IFC panel fire devices that are designated to send reports to that Fire OWS Views all the fire devices on the MIFN Performs normal HVAC operation in a standard BAS environment Is able to become Active Views all the fire devices on the MIFN Performs normal HVAC operation in a standard BAS environment For a single or a group of Fire Net NCMs there is only one Fire OWS that can
8. 13 PRN 4 Setup Parameters Parameter Setting Parameter _ Setting _ Draft Auto LF Line Feed on CR CPI AutoTear Set as desired to Off or Characters per Inch View 6s Off allows manual view or tear A 6 second view allows convenient viewing of recent printing but may result in more paper jams LPI Lines per Inch e o Formlen Form Length Letter 11 inch or as noe Skip Perforation Skip a PapOpt Paper Options IBM Proprinter XL Printer Buffer 1 7 KB or ee Serial Buffer Size Bidir On Interf Interface Serial Bidirectional Printing CG Tab Graphic or Default Value Baud Serial Baud Rate 9600 CharSet Character Set Extended Format 8 Bit No 1 Stop 8 Bit Serial Data Format data No parity 1 Stop Bit Country Table 437 Protocol XON XOFF Character Table Serial Handshake 1 Zero Slash Zero On or Off as desired MenLock Menu Lock Off during commissioning as desired after commissioning Auto CR On AFI Off if available Carriage Return to LF Auto Front Insertion 34 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Table 14 JPRN 5 Setup Parameters Parameter Setting Parameter Setting Draft Auto LF Off Line Feed on CR CPI 10 12 15 17 1 and 20 AutoTear Set as desired to Off or Characters per Inch cpi available via font View 6s panel Off allows manual view or tear A 6 second view allows convenient viewing of recent printing but may result i
9. Locking Bracket FIRE PCLB 4 which is included with FIREOWS PC 02 2 Remove the screws from around the power supply at the FIREOWS PC 02 3 Attach the FIRE PCLB 4 enclosure to the back of the FIREOWS PC 02 by inserting the tabs into the slots using the original screws Attach the FIRE PCLB 4 with attached nuts and wire as before Cut off the plug end of the computer power cord Plug the socket end of the power cord into the computer ION Se a Install a 3 4 inch conduit fitting in the knockout hole of the power cord locking bracket cover A CAUTION Risk of Injury Size the 3 4 inch conduit so the line cord can reach a junction box at the other end of the conduit 8 Thread the power cord through the cover and conduit 9 Connect the power cord to the 46097 power line protector as shown Note The 46097 power line protector must reside in a junction box 10 Connect 115 VAC 60 Hz primary power or 230 VAC 50 Hz primary power to the 46097 Primary power connected to the 46097 115 VAC or 230 VAC depends upon the position of the voltage selection switch All wiring must remain in conduit A WARNING Risk of Injury Improper voltage selection can damage the computer and void the warranty 11 Turn power switch on for the circuit 12 Replace the cover on the FIRE PCLB 4 enclosure and secure with two screws 38 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Connecting Peripherals to the FIREOWS P
10. METASYS Technical Bulletin Issue Date August 7 2002 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Introduction e Application Details e Theory of Operation e Components e Specifications Engineering Procedures e Planning Considerations e Design Considerations Installation Procedures e Connecting to the Metasys Network e Connecting to the MIFN e Connecting the Fire Watchdog Enclosure e Connecting the Printers e Connecting Power to the FIREOWS PC 02 e Connecting Peripherals to the FIREOWS PC 02 e Installing the FIRE MON 17 21 Commissioning Procedures e Loading Fire OWS Software 2002 Johnson Controls Inc Code No LIT 636014 Page 3 14 17 18 18 19 21 22 25 28 31 38 39 39 41 41 1 www johnsoncontrols com Appendix A CONFIG SYS and AUTOEXEC BAT Files e CONFIG SYS e AUTOEXEC BAT Appendix B METASYS INI File Appendix C Windows Details e Disk Compaction e Permanent Swap Files e Deleting Unnecessary Windows Files e Installing a RAM Drive Appendix D Printer Notes e Supported Printers e Optional Printer Appendix E Troubleshooting Chart Appendix F Troubleshooting e Interrupt e Input Output I O Address e Base Memory Address e Node Address e N1 Bus Star Setup e N1 LAN ARCNET Model e CONFIG SYS and AUTOEXEC BAT e ARCNET OWS 2 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Page 44 44 44 46 48 48 48 49 49 50 50 50
11. Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Technical Bulletin LIT 448196 7 Reboot when ready Remove the install disk before answering Yes If the machine does not reboot within 10 seconds press Ctrl Alt Del Note When the Fire OWS reboots the software is installing on the system The Metasys information screen comes up and you are prompted for your logon password Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 43 CONFIG SYS AUTOEXEC BAT Appendix A CONFIG SYS and AUTOEXEC BAT Files Verify that the CONFIG SYS and AUTOEXEC BAT contain the lines shown in the following examples your versions may contain additional lines These files are in the root directory See the INSTALL OWS and README OWS files on the PMI diskette Volume 1 for any changes The Fire OWS software does not make any changes to the CONFIG SYS file For all platforms the AUTOEXEC BAT file should look similar to the following example The Fire OWS software modifies the AUTOEXEC BAT file and the modifications are shown in bold below In this example indented text indicates a continuation of a single line that could not fit on one line on the page Though all these lines must be present they may appear in a different order This file might also include additional lines that were present in the original AUTOEXEC BAT ECHO OFF PATH C C DOS C BATCH C DFEDIT C WINDOWS C FMS BIN S Note 1 below MODE COM1
12. OWS the following restrictions apply A CAUTION Risk of Damage Do not place the monitor on top of the computer The weight of the monitor may damage the computer housing which could inhibit the Fire OWS from receiving alarms e Verify that the dedicated printer Fire Watchdog Enclosure including the timer relay and the Fire OWS are in the same room e Leave 3 4 inches in front of and behind the computer to allow for unobstructed air circulation and cable connections e Leave 12 inches unobstructed behind the computer to accommodate the metal box and flexible conduit required if you are hardwiring the AC power to the Fire OWS Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 19 Table 8 describes the physical dimensions of the Fire OWS components Table 8 Physical Dimensions for Fire OWS Configuration Dimensions Size S Fire OWS PC only Hoge S62mm 14 25inches O ooo 22 kg 48 50 Ib Po Inch Monitor SS S O Printer PRN 4 9 5 kg 20 95 Ib 8 0 kg 17 60 Ib Fire Watchdog Enclosure Height 590 mm 23 25 inches Width 410 mm 16 15 inches Depth 190 mm 7 50 inches 7 0 kg 15 40 Ib Does not include any devices mounted inside 20 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Installation Procedures The Fire OWS is connected to the Metasys NI LAN MIFN UPS power Fire Watchdog Enclosure and a dedicated MIFN printer in addition to having several peripheral devices Th
13. Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 41 Confirm Installation Release to be installed 12 01 You cannot specify a different path for FIREOWS software Ready to install on C FMS Continue confirm Figure 13 Install Dialog Box 4 Answer OK to the prompt to continue and the setup program transfers the files Note Ifthe Metasys software is not properly loaded on the Fire OWS you can see the error dialog boxes shown in Figure 14 and Figure 15 K FMSPATH is not set The METASYS Software has not been installed on your computer erinst1 Figure 14 Install Error Message Severe Setup could not be completed due to errors Please correct the problem and then rerun setup on your computer erinst2 Figure 15 Second Install Error Message 5 Install Disk 2 and press Enter to continue when the computer prompts 6 Answer the following questions that pertain to the MIFN communication level signal level at the end of the setup 42 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Note These questions only appear the first time the Fire OWS is loaded For upgrades the Initially set Initially set Initially set existing values are kept MIFN Port A to Low Threshold MIFN Port B to Low Threshold Style 4 Select No for Style 7 Note For information on how to set the port threshold and wiring style options see the
14. PRN 4 JPRN 5 Dedicated MIFN Printer can also be used as second printer for standard Metasys optional printer Optional Equipment PRN 3 PRN 4 JPRN 5 Optional Printer Note The Media Interface Board MIB for the Fire OWS computer must be ordered separately Table 5 Repair Parts Code Number FIREOWS PC 701 Metasys Fire OWS Keyboard Mouse and N1 ARCNET Card WS SWFIRE Fre OWS Sotware oOo MIB OWS WF 700 Combination Fiber Optic and Copper MIFN Media Interface Board MIB OWS W 700 Copper Wire MIFN Media Interface Board Note Call the Johnson Controls repair center for any additional repair parts that are not listed in this table Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 15 Software Components The Fire OWS comes factory loaded with the Windows operating system and Metasys PMI Release 12 01 software The Fire OWS software is shipped with the Fire OWS but it is not loaded Load the Fire OWS software after the system database is installed and tested A description of both the Fire OWS software and the Metasys PMI follows Fire OWS Software Program that provides primary Supervising Station fire alarm reporting capabilities in accordance with UL 864 UOJZ Metasys PMI Software Programs that provide all operator Metasys functions including DDL The following software has to be ordered separately See the Operator Workstation Configurations Technical Bulletin LIT 636013d for orderin
15. Table 13 and Table 14 Once you set the parameters on the printer follow the instructions for setting the printer up in the Windows 98 operating system IMPORTANT The dedicated UL fire printer attached to COM1 must not be the Windows default printer The dedicated UL fire printer attached to COM1 must only be used for logging fire alarm events Table 12 PRN 3 Setup Parameters Parameter Setting Parameter Draft Auto LF Line Feed on CR CPI AutoTear Set as desired to Off or Characters per Inch View 6s Off allows manual view or tear A 6 second view allows convenient viewing of recent printing but may result in more paper jams LPI crn 7 per Inch Formlen EE Length eee 11 inch or as bedi S beara Perforation Skip Cee PapOpt Paper Options IBM Proprinter III Buffer Ne 7 KB or larger Printer Serial Buffer Size Bidir Bidirectional Interf Interface Serial Printing CG Tab Graphic or Default Value Baud Serial Baud Rate 9600 CharSet Character Set Extended Format 8 Bit No 1 Stop 8 Bit Serial Data Format data No parity 1 Stop Bit Country Character Table 437 Protocol XON XOFF Table Serial Handshake S1 Zero Slash Zero On or Off as desired MenLock Menu Lock Off during commissioning as desired after commissioning Auto CR Carriage On AFI Off if available Return to LF Auto Front Insertion Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 33 Table
16. for an earth ground FIREOWS PC 02 Install Figure 5 Installing the Twisted Pair Wire into the MIB OWS Terminal Block 2 Connect the far right terminal to earth ground the terminal block using the computer box 3 Set the interrupt selector jumper to IRQ5 Figure 6 26 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin all MIB OWS WF 5 y S40 hy AG Er Interrupt selector jumper set to IRQ5 Figure 6 Media Interface Board Jumper Fiber Optic Cable To install fiber optic cable into the MIB OWS use a fiber optic cable that is terminated with an ST connector The Straight Tip ST connector has a bayonet locking system that you can connect using the steps below Figure 7 1 Line up the peg on the fiber optic cable connector with the slot on the top of the MIB OWS receptacle 2 Twist the spring loaded fiber optic cable collar to line up the slots on the collar with the two pegs on the receptacle 3 Push the fiber cable into the MIB OWS receptacle and twist the spring collar so the receptacle pegs lock into place Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 27 Step 1 Line up the peg on the cable with the slot on the MIB O
17. mounting the unit to a wall or fixed unit and installing connecting hardware inside the Fire Watchdog Enclosure For details on how to connect the Fire Watchdog Enclosure to UPS power see the Universal Packaging Module Technical Bulletin LIT 6363070 The Fire Watchdog Enclosure is an EN EWC 35 The piezo sounder is located at the bottom of the Fire Watchdog Enclosure Mount the enclosure on a wall or a fixed unit where the bottom of the enclosure is not blocked The piezo sounder must be audible to the operator eS SS H on ew tT _ at Py maS ty a E rl I m it tL M MH my la Lf ai maa nj A H ro BE p asa E ZS ami a Open underneath unit C so sound from the audible sounder is not blocked encmnt Figure 8 Mounting the Fire Watchdog Enclosure The relay is shipped with the Fire Watchdog Enclosure and is field installed To mount the relay 1 Plug the timing relay into the socket located at the lower left corner of the enclosure Figure 10 2 Verify that the relay settings match Figure 9 and Table 11 Note The switches are glued into position by the factory to comply with
18. take action on the Fire Alarm System Report dialog boxes initiated by the IFC panels associated with that Fire Net NCM That Fire OWS is considered to be in Active mode for that Fire Net NCM and is displayed on the focus window of any fire hardware object resident in the Fire Net NCM The other Fire OWSs on the MIFN cannot take action on that Fire Net NCM but can monitor the MIFN and do have the ability to transfer to Active mode The purpose of having Active Monitor modes on Fire OWSs is to ensure unmistakable responsibility The operator who acknowledges the Fire Alarm System Report dialog box is responsible for taking the action appropriate to that condition reported by the dialog box No other Fire OWS acknowledges the report All Fire OWSs on the MIFN can view the Fire Alarm System Reports in the Critical summary and all of the reports appear in the record of all dedicated MIFN OWS printers Since the Fire OWS can acknowledge Fire Alarm System Report dialog boxes only in Active mode only the dedicated MIFN printer of that Active Fire OWS prints out the acknowledgment Note The standard Metasys Operator Transaction log can also report an operator acknowledgment at an Active Fire OWS Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 11 An Active Fire OWS can issue the commands to a Fire Net NCM that a Fire OWS in Monitor mode cannot including Fire Alarm Panel Acknowledgment IFC Panel Reset IFC Panel Signal Silence B
19. that is operating in Active mode For information on how to transfer Active status see the Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS User s Guide LIT 634045 Similar to the standard Metasys OWS a Fire OWS can operate either online or offline Online or Normal Operation When the Fire OWS is online the operator can perform the following functions e UL 864 UOJZ Recognized Proprietary supervising station system functions including acknowledging Fire Alarm System Report dialog boxes The operator has exclusive control over the Fire Net NCMs and IFC panels that designate the Fire OWS as Active see Table 2 e Basic Operator Control Provides basic interaction with the Metasys MIFN and BAS software The operator receives data adjusts operating parameters commands specific operations reschedules events and performs uploads and downloads e Automatic Data Output Receives messages warnings alarms and reports to a printer or a workstation display or file e Online Definition Defines new objects setup trends totalizations demand limiting and other parameters e NCSETUP for Windows operating systems Configures NCMs Offline or Database Definition A WARNING Risk of Personal Injury To run in Offline mode you have to shut down the Fire OWS Unless you can redirect the alarms the messages from the Fire Net NCMs that report to that Fire OWS are lost Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 13 C
20. the attribute to AllowBlockAck 1 you 46 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin must program all other nodes IFC 1010 2020 and INA panels for similar operation In partial or full system programming of the IFC 1010 2020 under menu Item 7 LOCP change NFPA listings from Receiving Unit and Central Station Unit to NFPA 72 1993 Proprietary Fire Alarm Systems In the INA partial systems programming Item 7 LOCP select Receive Mode No IMPORTANT When you make a change to the METASYS INI file at the Active Fire OWS you need to make the same changes to the METASYS INI file in all Monitoring Fire OWSs in case they may become an Active Fire OWS at a future time If you fail to do this some functionality may be lost if a critical situation arises and a transfer is made necessary After you install the Fire OWS software you can manually disable or enable two settings from the METASYS INI file that are NOT automatically inserted See Table 16 for information on these two settings Table 16 Enhanced Capability Controls for the METASYS INI File Line with Default Setting Options Description FireResetCommand 1 0 Off 1 On If not listed defaults to On which allows IFC panels to be Reset from the Fire OWS Turn this feature off if the UL Fire OWS is not in the same building as all the fire panels unless AHJ specifically approves leaving the feature enabled FireSignalSilenceCommand 0 0 Off 1 On If not list
21. 0 79 Only Fire Net NCMs and Fire OWSs can have node addresses in those ranges None of the other standard Metasys Operator Workstations IFC panels standard NCMs or INAs can use these node addresses However nodes that are exclusive to either the N1 LAN or the MIFN can use the same node address For example an IFC panel on the MIFN can use the same node address as a standard NCM that is connected to the N1 LAN only If you already have network nodes that are within the designated ranges for the Fire Net NCM and Fire OWS you must change their node addresses Refer to the appropriate technical bulletin for how to change that node s address For example to change the node address of a standard Operator Workstation that has an address between 150 159 see the Operator Workstation Technical Bulletin LIT 636013 Set the node address on the switches located on the N1 ARCNET board Refer to the manual that came with the N1 ARCNET board for specifics on how to set the switches Figure 4 shows an example of a node address within the required range for a Fire OWS default is 150 OPEN 1 CLOSED 0 1 234567 8 1 E pinin o EE E MSB LSB nn152 Figure 4 Switches with Fire OWS Node Number of 152 24 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Connecting to the MIFN Copper Wire The Media Interface Board MIB OWS connects the Fire OWS to the MIEN which can be any of the fol
22. Box The Fire Alarm System Reminder Box is a UL Listed requirement that provides a method of alerting the operator to any existing fire alarms troubles security alerts alarms supervisory reports and other conditions that have been acknowledged but not acted upon The reminder box disappears when the condition that caused the message is resolved for example IFC panel reset Fire Watchdog Enclosure The Fire Watchdog Enclosure is a watchdog timing relay housed in a three tiered Universal Packaging Module UPM The relay monitors the Fire OWS LPT1 port to determine that the Fire OWS is operating If the Fire OWS is shut down or fails the relay reports a trouble by sounding a local alarm Every Fire OWS must have a Fire Watchdog Enclosure in the same room The design of the Fire Watchdog Enclosure provides the option to install a Fire Net NCM Fire Net NCM The Fire Net NCM is a special UL 864 UOJZ Fire Listed NCM300 type controller used to coordinate annunciation between IFC panels and the MIEN and between the IFC panel and the Fire OWS IFC Panel An IFC Panel can be either an IFC 1010 or IFC 2020 Intelligent Fire Controller Fire Alarm Control Panel Intelligent Network Annunciator INA The INA is a reporting and control panel consisting of a Liquid Crystal Display LCD used to display fire alarms security alerts supervisory reports and troubles from any IFC panel on the MIFN Membrane switches perform system functions su
23. Bulletin LIT 636013 Table 2 Capabilities of Fire OWS Capabilit Online Fire Specific Acknowledgment of Fire OWS allows operator to acknowledge the To meet UL 864 UOJZ Fire Alarm System following Fire Alarm System Report dialog boxes Requirements for Proprietary Report Dialog Boxes fire supervising station systems The fire system must have a method of informing an operator when fire e supervisory alarm signals are received on the system e security trouble e off normal e return to normal Active Monitor Mode Active mode designates one Fire OWS as Active to To ensure unmistakable receive the Fire Alarm System Report dialog box responsibility regarding which from one or more Fire Net NCMs operator responds to an alarm Only Monitor mode allows a Fire OWS to view the MIFN the operator at the Active Fire OWS All other Fire OWSs are in Monitor mode which can respond gives them the capability to become Active Transfer Allows a Fire OWS in Monitor mode to become To ensure unmistakable Active for a particular Fire Net NCM or group of responsibility regarding which Fire Net NCMs operator responds to an alarm Only one Fire OWS can be Active for a Fire Net NCM or group of Fire Net NCMs Fire Panel Reset Allows operator to reset IFC panels from the To allow the operator to reset the Fire OWS IFC panel while remaining stationed at the Active Fire OWS Signal Silence Allows operator to silence IFC panels from the To allow
24. C 02 Installing the FIRE MON 17 21 To connect the peripherals to the FIREOWS PC 02 1 Connect the monitor to the display adapter video connection on the back of the computer Connect the other end of the video cable to the monitor The video cable is provided with screws for secure attachment 2 Align the keyboard cable to mate with the notch in the computer s jack and insert cable 3 Connect the mouse to the mouse port on the back of the FIREOWS PC 02 4 Refer to next section for monitor power application Note The FIREOWS PC 02 requires 115 VAC 60 Hz primary power or 230 VAC 50 Hz primary power depending upon the position of the voltage selection switch Where a FIREOWS PC 02 is required the use of a supervised UL Listed UPS is also required The front power switch for the FIREOWS PC 02 has been permanently fixed in the On position To install the FIRE MON 17 21 1 Cut off the plug end of the AC power cord and wire it to the 46097 power line 2 Connect the socket to the FIRE MON 17 21 to the 46097 power line Note When you install the FIRE MON 17 21 use the same 46097 power line protector for both the FIREOWS PC 02 and the FIRE MON 17 21 The monitor does not need to be wired through conduit to comply with the UL 864 Listing Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 39 Hardwiring
25. Metasys BAS reports e a UPS sized to handle the power requirements of the required components plus any additional components listed in Table 4 for the period required by the AHJ See Table 7 for component power consumption In addition to Microsoft Windows software programs the Fire OWS runs two Windows based programs Fire OWS software field installed and Metasys PMI Person Machine Interface Release 12 01 software factory installed 14 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin A CAUTION Risk of Personal Injury Use hardware specified by Johnson Controls and listed in the documentation only The Fire Network cannot meet the UL 864 UOJZ requirements if other hardware is used Table 4 Required Components for Fire OWS Code Number FIREOWS PC 02 Metasys Fire System computer with Keyboard Mouse and N1 ARCNET Card Software Includes Metasys PMI preloaded Release 12 01 software Windows operating system preloaded and Fire OWS field loaded Choose one of the following monitors for each Fire OWS FIRE MON 17 17 inch Metasys Fire System Monitor FIRE MON 21 21 inch Metasys Fire System Monitor Choose one of the following MIB OWS xs for each Fire OWS MIB OWS F 0 Fiber Optic MIFN Media Interface Board MIB OWS WF 0 Fiber Optic Copper Wire MIFN Media Interface Board MIB OWS W 0 Copper Wire Media Interface Board WD TIMER FIRE Metasys Fire Watchdog Enclosure with Watchdog Timer Relay PRN 3
26. PTR keyword must match the Control Panel printer and driver settings The DDL default for printer type is IBM Proprinter driver and the default for driver is PROPRINT Note These settings must also match the device parameter in the WIN INI file 3 Ifnot yet connected connect the printer to the Fire OWS Note Ifa printed report looks fine the condensed code is set correctly If a printed report contains garbled text the condensed code is incorrect Refer to the literature that came with your printer to find the code for condensed print If the printer requires more than one code separate each with a comma on the same line Add the following line under the METASYS section of the METASYS INI file lt printer name gt lt condensed code char num gt lt condensed code char num gt Note For example if the name of your printer is Quick Print and the condensed code is 10 the statement would be Quick Print 10 Note If you want to turn off the automatic form feed at the beginning of every summary update the following statement in the METASYS section of the METASYS INI file by changing the 0 to 1 DisableFormFeed 1 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 37 Connecting Power to the FIREOWS PC 02 If the AHJ or building code requires that the Fire OWS be hardwired rather than cord connected to the power outlet refer to Figure 12 and follow the steps below 1 Remove the cover from the Power Cord
27. System Report dialog box is displayed on the Fire OWS Table 1 Related Documentation Document Name Document Number Sales Literature Metasys Intelligent Fire Network LIT 447032 Product Bulletin Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Media LIT 447034 Options Product Bulletin Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS LIT 447036 Product Bulletin Intelligent Network Annunciator INA LIT 447038 Product Bulletin Technical Bulletin Metasys Intelligent Fire Network LIT 448196 Technical Bulletin Network Control Module 300 Series LIT 6360251 Technical Bulletin Fire System Objects Technical Bulletin LIT 636104 Serial Interface Board SIB NET LIT 448190 Technical Bulletin Intelligent Network Annunciator INA LIT 448193 Technical Bulletin Repeaters Technical Bulletin LIT 448197 4 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Key Terms Fire OWS The Fire OWS is a UL 864 UOJZ Listed fire specific OWS that can view the entire MIFN and BAS systems as well as perform standard BAS functions While in Monitor mode the Fire OWS can only view the MIFN in Active mode the Fire OWS can respond to changes of state from IFC panels and provide control of IFC panels and devices The Fire OWS has several features and required operating procedures that are different from the standard OWS Key terms related to the Fire OWS are defined below Active Fire OWS The Active Fire OWS can acknowledge Change of State COS messages such
28. UL Listing requirements Do not operate the system with any other settings Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 29 Switch Positions o 8 relayse Figure 9 Timing Relay Settings Table 11 Relay Settings Position Setting Aoo SE eo 0 Number zero not letter O The enclosure can also house a Fire Net NCM To mount the Fire Net NCM you need four plastite screws that come packaged with the Fire Net NCM Notice the four slots on the four corners of the Fire Net NCM You use those to mount the Fire Net NCM on the plastic pegboard backing of the enclosure To mount the Fire Net NCM 1 Find the four marked pegs on the backing of the enclosure Mount the right corner of the Fire Net NCM in the lowest right peg using the screws provided 30 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Connecting the Printers Mount the lower right corner of the Fire Net NCM here peg5 Figure 10 Mounting the Fire Net NCM 2 Screw the remaining plastite screws into the
29. WS MIB OWS a 000g Step 2 Twist the collar on the cable to line up with the peg on the MIB OWS Twist f Twist a a Collar w Peg Push Step 3 Push forward and twist collar to lock in place fibercbl Figure 7 Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable to the Fire OWS To meet UL requirements every Fire OWS must have a Fire Watchdog Enclosure that alerts the operator if the Fire OWS should stop operating The Fire Watchdog Enclosure consists of a three tiered Universal Packaging Module UPM which holds the watchdog timer relay and optionally a Fire Net NCM Connecting the Fire Watchdog Enclosure The purpose of the watchdog timer relay is to monitor the operation of the Fire OWS via the LPT1 port If the Fire OWS stops operating the watchdog timer relay reports a trouble An audible alarm sounds if the Fire OWS fails to reset the timer relay within the allowed time When installing the Fire Watchdog Enclosure you must follow the guidelines below to comply with UL requirements The Fire Watchdog Enclosure e comes with a 15 foot cable that is prewired e must be in the same room as the Fire OWS e must be powered by a UPS system e must be permanently mounted in the room cannot be mounted to a movable object 28 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Mounting the Fire Watchdog Enclosure Installing Devices Inside Enclosure The installation of the Fire Watchdog Enclosure involves
30. as fire alarms security alerts troubles and supervisory conditions from a particular Fire Net NCM or group of Fire Net NCMs and its associated IFC panels on the MIFN The Active Fire OWS can also activate or deactivate IFC panel control devices enable or disable operation and reporting of control and reporting devices and monitor the MIFN and perform standard BAS functions Each Fire Net NCM may have one and only one Active Fire OWS at any time to meet UL 864 requirements Only the Active Fire OWS allows the operator to acknowledge signal silence and reset alarms Monitor Fire OWS All Fire OWSs that are not in the Active mode are in Monitor mode which allows them to monitor the MIFN as well as monitor and perform standard BAS functions A Monitor Fire OWS has the ability to become Active For example a Fire OWS in Monitor mode can also be Active for some Fire Net NCMs on the MIFN or can become Active for any of the Fire Net NCMs on the MIFN if the fire acknowledge function is transferred Fire Alarm System Report Dialog Box The Fire Alarm System Report Dialog Box is a special report window that is used at the Active Fire OWS to alert the operator to alarms troubles supervisory and security alert alarm conditions IMPORTANT Read the message in the dialog box before acknowledging the report Do not leave unacknowledged reports on the screen Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 5 Fire Alarm System Reminder
31. ate rear Figure 2 Rear View of Fire OWS PC Follow the steps below to connect the Fire OWS to the N1 LAN Connecting to the Metasys 1 Install a T connector into the port of the Fire OWS ARCNET board Network 2 Connect the N1 LAN cable to one end of the T connector If the workstation is at the end of the N1 LAN communication circuit connect a 93 ohm terminator cap to the other end of the T connector If the workstation is not at the end of line connect the other segment of N1 LAN cable that goes to the next node to the T connector 22 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin N1 ARCNET Settings For additional information on connecting the Fire OWS to the N1 LAN and for specific information regarding the T connector and terminator cap see the NJ ARCNET Local Area Network Technical Bulletin LIT 636017 After you make the N1 LAN connection you also need to set the node address on the N1 LAN ARCNET board S2 switches The N1 LAN ARCNET board comes factory installed with the settings shown below I O Base Address 2E0H Memory Base Address D0000 Interrupt IRQ E4 PROM Enable OFF IO BASE ADDRESS 2E0H IOSO IOSI IOS2 ON OFF ON BASE MEMORY ADDRESS DOOOOH MSO MSI MS2 MS3 MS4 ON ON OFF OFF ON IRQ 7 Notes ON Jumper installed OFF Jumper removed Figure 3 Jumper Settings on CCSI ARCNET PCA66 CXB Check to make sure that the following jumpers are configured correctly BALE
32. automatically and manually control a smoke control system Note NFPA 72 1999 Section 3 8 1 3 specifies Protected premises fire alarm control units shall be capable of being reset or silenced only from the control unit at the protected premises Therefore enable Signal Silence and Reset command functions in the Fire OWS only if the Fire OWS is in the same building as all IFC panels on the MIFN On the MIFN each IFC panel is programmed to communicate to a special UL Listed Fire Net Network Control Module NCM The Fire Net NCM is responsible for passing information between its associated IFC panels and its assigned Fire OWS Where multiple Fire OWSs and Fire Net NCMs exist on the MIFN a system operator with the correct password level at any Fire OWS can take control of the IFC panels associated with one or more Fire Net NCMs Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 3 UL and National The Fire OWS configuration meets the requirements of UL 864 UOJZ and Fire Protchen National Fire Protection Association NFPA 72 for Proprietary Association ee a ae a NFPA Standards supervising station systems A Supervising Station is a facility that receives fire alarm signals and has personnel in attendance at all times to respond to fire alarm signals A CAUTION Risk of Personal Injury Each fire system that meets the UL 864 UOJZ requirements must have established procedures the operator follows in the event a Fire Alarm
33. ch as acknowledging fire alarms silencing notification appliances activated by a fire alarm and resetting IFC panels in alarm The INA also has communication ports for connection to a local printer Cathode Ray Tube CRT terminal as well as tabular alphanumeric and custom graphic annunciators 6 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Fire Network MIFN Media Interface Board The Media Interface Board MIB and MIB OWS is used to connect MIFN nodes to the MIFN The Fire OWS and Fire Net NCM use an MIB OWS which is an MIB attached to an Industry Standard Architecture ISA board while the IFC panel and INA use an MIB The media interface boards are available in versions to communicate on the MIEN using twisted pair wire fiber optic cable or a combination of the two Metasys Intelligent Fire Network MIFN The Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Fire Network or MIFN is a fire alarm system that meets the requirements of UL 864 UOJZ and NFPA 72 standards for a Proprietary Signaling System The MIFN provides a communication interface for the following MIFN nodes Fire OWS Fire Net NCM INA and IFC panels The MIFN and its nodes function in cooperation with the Metasys N1 Local Area Network LAN to provide integrated fire alarm system and BAS management MIFN Node The MIFN Node is an IFC panel fire controller INA annunciator Fire Net NCM or Fire OWS that is connected to the MIFN Every MIFN node must have a netw
34. change Metasys N1 LAN ARCNET IRQ to an available interrupt The MIB OWS interrupt signals the Fire OWS when its buffer has information that needs to be sent to the Metasys program as well The default MIB OWS interrupt IRQ for the Metasys program is 5 If IRQ 5 is not available then set up the Metasys program to use 3 4 6 or 7 Problem Description Typical problem scenario N1 appears to be online However the Fire OWS cannot communicate to any nodes on the N1 There may be several causes for this symptom For this example assume there is an interrupt conflict 54 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Input Output I O Address N1 LAN ARCNET MIB OWS Example Verification The Metasys program uses IRQ 7 as the default interrupt To determine which interrupts are available run a diagnostic package such as Microsoft Software Diagnostics MSD MSD comes standard with the Windows 98 operating system and can be run by typing MSD at the MS DOS prompt it is suggested that the Windows operating system is not Active when running MSD View the information block titled IRQ Status Under the IRQ column all hardware interrupts used with this computer are identified From this list determine the open IRQ levels Resolution Once you have identified an unused interrupt and it is supported by your N1 LAN ARCNET board then set the jumper on the N1 LAN ARCNET board accordingly Additionally the METASYS INI file ne
35. d Check to see that 1 Global DDL file is present and compiled 2 Network DDL file is present and compiled The archive database is at Release 5 or prior and needs to be converted Run the manual CONVERT program as described in the Operator Workstation Technical Bulletin LIT 636013 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 53 Interrupt N1 LAN ARCNET MIB OWS Example Appendix F Troubleshooting This section contains tips for troubleshooting N1 LAN ARCNET and the MIB OWS boards Examples are given referring the N1 LAN ARCNET but apply to the MIB OWS as well The N1 LAN ARCNET interrupt signals the computer when its buffer has information that needs to be sent to the Metasys program The default N1 LAN ARCNET interrupt IRQ for the Metasys program is 7 If IRQ 7 is not available then set up the Metasys program to use an IRQ of 2 3 4 5 or 6 If a different interrupt other than 7 is needed then the N1 LAN ARCNET board needs to be configured for the new IRQ level and the METASYS INI file needs to be modified Refer to the example below for specific details The majority of computer vendors define IRQ 7 as the local printer LPT 1 In most cases this does not affect the Metasys program since the use of IRQ 7 by the printer is only in diagnostic mode Diagnostic mode means IRQ 7 can be shared used with the N1 LAN ARCNET board There may be computers that cannot share IRQ 7 For these cases you have to
36. e bus type configuration the placement of the EOL terminator can be easily determined Problem Description Strange N1 communication problems are occurring Verification Always set the Fire OWS N1 LAN ARCNET board to bus configuration If the Fire OWS is at the physical end of the N1 Bus then you need to install a coax T type connector with a 93 ohm terminator Verify that the other physical end of the N1 Bus also has a 93 ohm terminator If these are the only EOL terminators installed then double check the N1 LAN ARCNET configuration setup on the board to be sure it is set for Bus mode Finally also check the cable type and verify that the ARCNET segment is not overloaded Resolution Remove all incorrect EOL terminators from the N1 The N1 LAN ARCNET model is defined in the METASYS INI file The ARCNETMODEL x line where x is the style NI LAN ARCNET board installed in this Fire OWS is used by Metasys program to help determine the base memory address Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 59 CONFIG SYS These two files are key elements in configuring the computer When and Metasys programs or GPL programs are first loaded both the AUTOEXEC BAT AUTOEXEC BAT and the CONFIG SYS files are changed The current AUTOEXEC BAT file is appended to add specific setup information for Metasys programs or GPL The CONFIG SYS file is totally replaced with anew CONFIG SYS file specific to the operation of Metasys programs a
37. ed defaults to Off which does not allow the Fire OWS to Signal Silence IFC panels To turn on the capability to Signal Silence from the Fire OWS add this line and set it equal to 1 Turn this feature off if the UL Fire OWS is not in the same building as all the fire panels unless AHJ specifically approves leaving the feature enabled A WARNING Risk of Damage NFPA 72 1999 section 3 8 1 3 specifies Protected premises fire alarm control units shall be capable of being reset or silenced only from the control unit at the protected premises Therefore enable Signal Silence and Reset command functions in the Fire OWS only if the Fire OWS is in the same building as all IFC panels on the MIFN or if the AHJ has approved the remote control from the Fire OWS of the signal silence and reset functions in the IFC panel located in buildings separate from the Fire OWS Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 47 Appendix C Windows Details This appendix contains information on Windows 98 based programs for enhancement of system performance After loading Metasys software and other software on the computer and after deleting and adding large amounts of data to the hard disk you may gain some response time by running a disk compaction program such as the Norton Speed Disk or the Defragmenter command in the Windows 98 operating system Disk Compaction For efficient operation Metasys Release PMI r
38. ed Provides access to several types of and moved and act as separate displays information simultaneously System Archive Stores operating programs and parameters as Provides quick easy recovery after backup power loss or system repair Password Protection Allows definition of different levels of system Limits exposure to errors or access for various users as defined by their tampering by unqualified users password Point and Click Operator selects options from screen Easy access for non typist Allows both graphic and textual data presentation Provides faster user recognition Notes The Fire OWS alarm messages are limited while graphics are being drawn on screen Large intricate drawings may tie up the Fire OWS for extended periods of time Johnson Controls recommends using graphics that can be drawn within the time constraints for alarm reporting found in NFPA 72 In the United States in order to comply with the UL Listing the Fire OWS does not have the capability to create graphics while it is online in the MIFN If the system is undergoing maintenance or if your facility is located in another country you may be able to create graphics Check with the local Authority Having Jurisdiction AHJ Graphic Programming Programming tool that enables operator to program Simplifies custom programming of Language GPL Metasys energy management functions by Metasys facility management positioning and joining graphic symbols
39. eds to include this interrupt change Modify the following line in the METASYS INI file ARCNETINT x where x is the new interrupt level on the N1 LAN ARCNET board You may need to add this line if it is not already in the METASYS INI file this line is not automatically created by the installation program Note Ifthe interrupt was changed from the default of IRQ 7 then you must document this change It is suggested that you create an N1 LAN ARCNET OWS file describing all N1 LAN ARCNET settings for this computer This file should be kept in the BATCH subdirectory Do not keep the file in the BAS subdirectory because then it might be deleted during the next PMI update A sample of a typical ARCNET OWS file is included at the end of this section under ARCNET OWS The N1 LAN ARCNET I O address responds to commands being sent from the computer to the N1 LAN ARCNET board and enables the N1 LAN ARCNET status to be returned The Metasys default N1 LAN ARCNET I O address for all ISA bus boards for example SMC is 2E0 hex If there is an I O address conflict with other controllers then you may use any unused I O address If the N1 LAN ARCNET I O address is changed then the METASYS INI file needs to reflect the same change Specifically in the METASYS INI file change the line N1 LAN ARCNETIO x where x is the N1 LAN ARCNET I O address decimal equivalent of the hex address set on the N1 LAN ARCNET board The MIB OWS uses I O Addresses 300 hex 30F he
40. equires use of a permanent swap file This swap file is used for the virtual memory used in 386 Enhanced mode and allows the Windows 98 operating system to offload some code from memory to disk if it runs out of conventional and extended memory This feature improves system performance Permanent Swap Files The Windows 98 operating system installs either a temporary or permanent swap file depending on the amount of available contiguous disk space If there is not enough contiguous disk space the Windows operating system installs a temporary swap file If a temporary swap file is installed by the Windows 98 operating system because there is not enough contiguous disk space you must run a disk compaction program such as the Norton Speed Disk or DEFRAG to collect unused blocks of disk into one contiguous block Read the previous section Disk Compaction for instructions After running the disk compaction program perform the following steps to change the swap file type to permanent 1 Double click the Control Panel icon from the Windows 98 Program Manager Double click the 386 Enhanced icon Click the Virtual Memory button Select Change Select Permanent in the Type field ON IY os SU Change the size as desired 6000 is recommended Do not go below 1 MB 1024 K Click OK 8 Exit the Windows 98 operating system and restart 5A 48 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Deleting Unnecessary Windo
41. ered See Appendix F Troubleshooting for ARCNET board tips For other hardware and software problems refer to the manufacturer s literature Table 17 Troubleshooting Steps The Windows 98 desktop screen does not appear when you try to run Metasys software Blank Windows 98 desktop screen appears and Metasys software does not run Logon screen appears but when you try to log on system hangs The message N1 Initialization Failure appears when you try to run the Metasys Network Check to see that 1 2 The computer has enough conventional and extended memory available The following files are present and contain the proper statements AUTOEXEC BAT CONFIG SYS WIN INI Metasys software is fully installed All cables are securely attached The monitor is turned on Double buffering may be required for this computer Check for double_buffer line in the CONFIG SYS file HIMEM SYS may need a machine type parameter in CONFIG SYS file See the Microsoft Windows User s Guide Check to see that 1 2 The computer has enough conventional memory ARCNET board is set up correctly Check to see that the computer has enough extended memory Check to see that The ARCNET board is installed The interrupt level and I O address of the ARCNET board are set correctly and match the settings in the METASYS INI file The node addresses on the switches match the node addre
42. g for Channel B Default is high FNStyle7 0 O No 1 Yes Option for Style 7 wiring The default is no Style 4 AllowBlockAck 0 HideStartBar 0 Specifies whether the Task and Start bar are hidden The default is 0 Options are 1 Hidden O Not Hidden Note When Task and Start bar is hidden the user is able to continually watch the Fire OWS system without the ability to access normal Windows 98 functions ULFireWatchdogPort 888 Must be manually added only on the FIREOWS PC 02 ULFireRemindMinutes 30 1 to 90 minutes Specifies whether Block Acknowledge is used Note US Fire Systems can use Block Acknowledge for normal daily operation within a Proprietary Signaling System Block Acknowledge can also be used for maintenance or commissioning purposes Refer to the Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS User s Guide LIT 634045 for details on the Block Acknowledge mode For information on other countries check with the AHJ Automatically set to 1 during Fire OWS installation however these parameters can be modified During normal operation these parameters should be set to 1 This parameter must be manually added only after a complete software reload The time the Fire System Reminder Box waits before moving in front of other Windows The Reminder box indicates when there are abnormal conditions in the Fire Network Note If you enable Block Acknowledge for commissioning or troubleshooting by changing
43. g information Metasys Graphic Programming Language optional graphics oriented programming language for creating software objects and programming control strategies Metasys GPL HVAC Library optional set of tested GPL compounds that the application engineer can use to program common BAS applications Metasys JC BASIC Programming Language optional textual programming language for creating processes 16 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Specifications Table 6 Hardware Specifications Component Feature Part Number FIREOWS PC 02 Preloaded Software Windows operating system Metasys PMI Release 12 01 software Additional Software Fire OWS field loaded Monitor Video Driver XVGA Local Bus Supported CRT Adapter with 2 MB Memory Accessories Mouse Keyboard both included with processor Choose one of the following FIRE MON 17 or FIRE MON 21 Components Factory Installed Watchdog Cables Relay and Socket Panel Mounted Piezo Sounder Bridge Rectifier and Hook Up Part Number PRN 3 PRN 4 or JPRN 5 Connection Serial Cable RS 232 At least one dedicated MIFN printer is required for each Fire OWS to meet UL requirements Media Interface Boards MIB OWS x Part Number MIB OWS W Two Twisted Pair Wire Ports MIB OWS F Two Fiber Optic Ports MIB OWS WF One Wire and One Fiber Optic Port You can also use a second printer PRN 3 PRN 4 JPRN 5 or any EDP or UL 1950 Listed serial printer to
44. inary Data BD Command to a Fire Net NCM Fire Net NCM Download Modify and or Delete Object in Fire Net NCM Trigger Lock to object in Fire Net NCM Comm Disable not IFC panels Multiple Command Objects MC Commands to Fire Net NCM Fire Net NCM Diagnostic Functions while running downloaded program Reset Reload Modify Write NOVRAM All Fire OWSs and standard OWSs can perform the following commands on the Fire Net NCM Object Add Report Lock standard Metasys reports only Modifications to Fire NC Object Report Type Fields standard Metasys reports only There are certain features in a standard NCM300 that are not available from a Fire Net NCM These include support of N2 Devices Point History Trend Totalization GPL Processes The Active Monitor mode control system is designed to comply with NFPA 72 for Proprietary supervising station systems 12 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Transfer Command Operation When a Fire Net NCM is online you can change the Fire OWS that you have designated as the Active Fire OWS for that Fire Net NCM by requesting a transfer at a Monitor Fire OWS The operator at the Monitor Fire OWS that requests the transfer can select either a single or group of Fire Net NCMs Note Only the Monitor Fire OWS requesting Active mode can perform the transfer The Monitor Fire OWS must perform the transfer to ensure that an operator is present at the machine
45. inter you need to configure the printer for Metasys applications Configuring the printer is a two step process add the printer driver through Windows 98 Control Panel and define the printer on the Metasys system 36 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin When the Metasys Network prints Change of State COS and transaction reports it sets the printer to condensed type to ensure that these messages print properly This condensed type process is done internally by sending the printer a character code of 15 Most printers use character code 15 as the default switch for condensed print However if your printer does not work with Code 15 you need to find the correct code in the printer s literature Then add a statement in the METASYS INI file in the METASYS section that identifies the code Follow these steps to configure the printer in either case 1 Install the correct driver for your printer through Windows 98 Control Panel Printer option Refer to Microsoft Windows User s Guide for details Note The default printer selection in the Control Panel sets the device parameter in the WIN INI file 2 Define the printer as a Metasys device Note Online the name of the printer and driver you specify in the definition window must be identical to the printer and driver installed in Control Panel in Step 1 Note In DDL the printer and driver you specify in the GLOBAL file when defining the Printer using the
46. is section explains how to connect the Fire OWS to e the Metasys N1 LAN and the MIFN e the Fire Watchdog Enclosure e the dedicated MIFN and optional Metasys BAS printers e the Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS e the monitor keyboard and mouse A WARNING Risk of Personal Injury The Fire OWS dedicated MIFN printer Fire Watchdog Enclosure and Fire Net NCM must be powered by a UPS which is UL Listed for this purpose If the UPS is not UL Listed be sure to obtain written approval from the AHJ for the UPS Table 9 summarizes all of the connections that must be made to the Fire OWS Table 9 Device Connections on the Fire OWS PC N1 LAN ARCNET Board Port Terminal Block on the MIB OWS W Fiber Ports on the MIB OWS F Terminal Block and Fiber Port on MIB OWS WF Fire Watchdog Timer LPT1 Dedicated MIFN Printer PRN 3 PRN 4 or JPRN 5 monitor vao Connector Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 21 Table 10 I O PC Settings IRQ I O Address C UseFor CC 02E0 h N1 ARCNET Board 15 0300 h to 030F h MIB OWS FIREOWS PC 02 Connection to Metasys N1 via ARCNET Board and S2 Swtiches MIB OWS Terminal Block Video LPT1 Watchdog Timer Relay FN COM 1 Port Dedicated Printer COM 2 Port Voltage Optional Printer Selection Switch 00O Keyboard Power Cord a i Mouse Port A i Remove these screws and reuse for mounting the pl
47. lowing media twisted pair copper wire fiber optic cable or a combination of both The MIB OWS has to be field installed in the Fire OWS and requires two ISA slots To install plug the MIB OWS into two available expansion slots Figure 2 Note There are six slots in the Fire OWS and one is used by the N1 ARCNET board See Choosing a Media Interface Board in the Design Considerations section of the Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Technical Bulletin LIT 448196 for specification and wiring information on each type of MIB OWS wire fiber optic cable and the combination of wire fiber optic cable Note There are different installation procedures for copper twisted pair wire and fiber optic cable Both are covered in the following sections To connect the twisted pair wire to the MIB OWS follow the steps below 1 Install each end of the twisted pair wire into the terminal block of the MIB OWS board starting at the far left Figure 5 Note Ifthe Fire OWS is at the end of the MIFN communication circuit use the first two terminals from the left If the Fire OWS is not at the end of the MIFN circuit or if using a style 7 MIFN connect the twisted pair that goes to the next network node into the next two terminals Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 25 Z If the Fire OWS f is at the end of the FN communication circuit use the first two terminals from the left to connect the FN Use the last terminal
48. n more paper jams LPI Lines per Inch Formlen Form Length Letter 11 inch or as n aee Skip Perforation Skip C PapOpt Paper Options IBM Proprinter XL XL24e Buffer So KB or larger or Epson FX LQ Serial Buffer Size 850 1050 Printers Bidir On Interf Interface Serial Bidirectional Printing CG Tab Graphic or Default Value Baud Serial Baud Rate 9600 CharSet Character Set Extended Format 8 Bit No 1 Stop 8 Bit Serial Data Format data No parity 1 Stop Bit Country Table 437 Protocol XON XOFF Character Table Serial Handshake S1 Zero Slash Zero On or Off as desired MenLock Menu Lock Off during commissioning as desired after commissioning Auto CR On AFI Off if available Carriage Return to LF Auto Front Insertion Printer Setup in the Windows 98 Operating System To set up the PRN 3 PRN 4 or JPRN 5 as the dedicated printer in the Windows 98 operating system follow the steps below 1 Double click on the Print Manager icon under the Main program group The Print Manager dialog box appears 2 Select Medium Priority and close Print Manager from the Options menu Double click on the Control Panel icon under the main program group 4 Double click on the Printers icon The Printers dialog box appears 5 Verify that the Use Print Manager option is selected Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 35 Optional Printer 10 11 12 13 Select IBM Propri
49. nd GPL It is highly recommended that all Fire OWS setup parameters be stored in ARCNET OWS a text file for future reference The recommended file is ARCNET OWS and should be stored in the BATCH subdirectory Include base I O address base memory IRQ setting or any other specific configuration settings for the Fire OWS Including all of the information quickly identifies the N1 LAN ARCNET parameter settings needed for anyone who has to work on this Fire OWS Here is a sample ARCNET OWS file Job Name JCI Corporate Office Building JCI Installing Engineer Jerry Gervenak Date ARCNET was commissioned January 17 1995 Fire OWS Type IBM Fire OWS node address 150 ARCNET IRQ 7 Other IRQs changed ARCNET I O address 2E0 ARCNET base memory address D800 EOL terminator locations OwS and NC14 Special configuration notes none MIB OWS IRQ 5 MIB OWS I O Address 300 JQHNSON CONTRELS Controls Group 507 E Michigan Street P O Box 423 www johnsoncontrols com Milwaukee WI 53201 Printed in U S A 60 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin
50. nds with all data at FF Note Since the N1 LAN ARCNET base memory address is computer configurable you must document this information It is suggested that you create an ARCNET OWS file describing all N1 LAN ARCNET settings for this computer This file should be kept in the BATCH subdirectory Do not keep the file in the BAS subdirectory because then it might be deleted during the next PMI update A sample of a typical ARCNET OWS file is included in this section under ARCNET OWS All N1 LAN ARCNET N1 devices require a node address For the Fire OWS the address is set by the node address switches on the N1 LAN ARCNET board Additionally this address needs to match the address defined in the NET DDL and GLOBAL DDL files Problem Description A typical example of a node address mismatch can be N1 Initialization failure Verification To ensure the address the Metasys program is using for the computer matches the N1 LAN ARCNET Node address you must perform both the N1 Signature Test and a decompile of the NET database Run the N1 Signature test as explained in the Base Memory Address NI LAN ARCNET section The parameter immediately following D1 is the Hex node address of the N1 LAN ARCNET board Now decompile UNDDL the NET database operating on this Fire OWS Compare the Node address in the decompiled NET file with that of the N1 Signature test Both node addresses must match Note however that the address displayed during the signat
51. nter III driver under the installed printers scroll box for the PRN 3 or IBM Proprinter XL driver for the PRN 4 If the printer is not listed choose Add Select IBM Proprinter III or XL from the list of printers and press the Install button The Install Drivers dialog box prompts you to install your Windows 98 disk and add the printer driver After installing the printer driver it should appear in your Printers scroll box Close the Install Drivers dialog box to save changes Select IBM Proprinter III or XL from the list and press the Connect button You are making several changes to this dialog box Do not press OK until all the steps are complete Verify that the Fast Printing Direct to Port option is selected Select COM 1 from the list of ports and press the Settings button The Settings dialog box appears Verify the settings match the list below Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Parity None Stop Bits 1 Flow Control Xon Xoff Click OK to save the settings and close the Settings dialog box Click OK to save changes to and close the Connect dialog box Click Close to save changes to and close the Printers dialog box Note Do not define the printer to the Metasys system You can connect a second optional serial printer to the COM2 port on the Fire OWS You do not need to plug the printer into a UPS To install connect the printer cable into the COM2 port of the Fire OWS See Figure 2 To set up the optional pr
52. omponents Hardware Note Ifa Fire OWS has to be offline be sure to have another Fire OWS request the transfer of all Fire Net NCMs under the Fire OWS that is going offline Without a transfer Fire Alarm reports can go undetected You can also use an INA If there is no other Fire OWS in the MIFN and there is no INA configured as a secondary reporting station then put an alternative operational plan into effect to assure proper handling of alarms during the time the Fire OWS is offline When offline the operator can perform e DDL Definition Defines hardware and software components of a Metasys Network e GPL Definition Defines software objects and creates control strategies for NCMs other than the Fire Net NCM If a Fire Net NCM or Fire OWS is offline every Monitor and Active Fire OWS receives a Fire Alarm System Report dialog box that has to be acknowledged The components required for a Fire OWS configuration consists of the following hardware e aFire OWS that consists of a computer monitor keyboard and mouse as a pointing device e two ARCNET communications interfaces located in the computer a preinstalled board to connect to the standard Metasys N1 LAN and a Media Interface Board MIB OWS that is field installed and connects to the MIFN for interface with the other MIFN nodes e aFire Watchdog Enclosure that includes a watchdog timer relay and audible sounder e dedicated MIFN printer e optional printer for
53. op counter or table Place the printer in a secured area to prevent theft of the printer and or printed records To install the dedicated MIFN printer 1 Locate the printer within 15 2 m 50 feet of the Fire OWS and in an area that allows for the paper to be fed through and collected 2 Connect one end of the printer cable to the printer and the other into the COM 1 serial port on the Fire OWS The cable must be field assembled See Figure 11 for pinouts 3 Connect the power cable from either the PRN 3 PRN 4 or JPRN 5 into a UPS system 4 Verify that the printer can be turned on and run a test page following the instructions located in the printer manual Fire OWS PRN 3 PRN 4 9 pin D COM Port 25 pin D female male cDIn 1 1 chassis RECV 2 2 XmIT XMIT 3 3 RECV DTR Out 4 4 RTS COMMON 5 5 cts DSR In 6 6 DSR RTS Out 7 7 COMMON cTsin 8 10 RING In 9 11 Ready 19 20 DTR prnows Figure 11 Cabling Between 9 pin PC COM 1 Port and PRN 3 PRN 4 or JPRN 5 25 pin Cable Following the installation you need to configure the printer 32 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Dedicated Printer You must connect the Fire OWS s dedicated printer to the COM1 port Configuration If you would like to have a second printer for printing Metasys reports you can connect it to COM2 The printer parameters for the PRN 3 PRN 4 and JPRN 5 are included in Table 12
54. ork node address assigned to it Supervising Station The Supervising Station is a Fire OWS that receives fire alarm signals and has personnel in attendance at all times to respond to the signals See the NFPA 72 guidelines for additional information Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS The Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS is required for each Fire OWS Fire Net NCM dedicated MIFN printer and Fire Watchdog Enclosure The UPS must meet the requirements of UL 1481 and the standby power capacity requirements defined in NFPA 72 The Fire OWS connects to two networks the standard Metasys BAS N1 LAN and the MIFN The MIFN is an ARCNET Local Area Network LAN based interface that allows fire alarm system devices to communicate over a true peer to peer network The MIFN is able to function independently of the N1 LAN to maintain the UL Listing Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 7 The components of the MIFN include e MIFN nodes e MIFN communication media twisted pair wire or fiber optic cable e intelligent addressable monitor control modules and detectors connected to an IFC panel e initiating devices and notification appliances connected to an IFC panel For more information on the MIFN see the Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Technical Bulletin LIT 448 196 The MIFN works in conjunction with the Metasys N1 LAN to provide complete fire alarm security alert and Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning
55. outlet For those cases the Fire OWS is shipped with a metal box that can be attached to the back of the computer Table 7 Power Requirements Power Requirements Fire OWS PC 200 watts 90 to 230 VAC UL Fire Monitor 264 watts at 120 VAC and 264 watts at 220 VAC Watchdog Timer 2 watts 120 VAC 0 1 ampere without Fire Net NCM Relay with Enclosure Printer o 60 watts 120 volts 60 Hz 0 5 amperes while printing 18 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin To comply with the UL 864 UOJZ and NFPA requirements for a Protected Premises Local Fire Alarm System the password timeout for the Fire OWS operator must be set to 30 minutes or less Password Timeout If the operator does not press at least one key on the workstation within a 30 minute period he or she is automatically logged off the system When logged off the operator must log on to operate the system To limit the risk of tampering we recommend the Fire OWS operator log off when not monitoring the system Design Considerations Metasys N1 LAN DQDIGIGIGGIGAIA GOD QDOOOQOOQOUOQOGGIGGIGG GID Mouse LIII OOO Optional Printer for Metasys BAS Keyboard Reports Fire OWS onor OOOO DOODO GGG IF system Figure 1 System Configuration When installing the Fire
56. remaining corners of the Fire Net NCM 3 Plug in the power cord to the receptacle at the top of the enclosure after the Fire Net NCM is securely mounted 4 Use the nylon ties supplied with the enclosure to run the cable up the side of the enclosure For information on how to connect the Fire Net NCM to the N1 LAN and the MIFN see the Appendix A Fire Net NCM section of the Network Control Module 300 Series Technical Bulletin LIT 6360251 To connect the Fire Watchdog Enclosure to the Fire OWS plug the cord from the enclosure into the LPT1 port on the back of the Fire OWS A WARNING Risk of Damage The printer must be powered by a UPS system If a UPS system is not used the printer cannot function during a power failure as required by the UL Listing Note You must install printer drivers for all printers connected to either the N1 LAN or the MIFN You must include remote printers located elsewhere on the Metasys system Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 31 Every Fire OWS must have a dedicated printer that reports MIFN messages only There are three UL requirements e The printer has to be in the same room as the Fire OWS e The maximum length allowed for the RS 232 cable is 15 2 m 50 feet EIA 232 D e The printer must be connected to a UPS system The PRN 3 PRN 4 and JPRN 5 are suitable printers Each printer is housed in its own separate enclosure and is suitable for placement on a desk t
57. report Metasys BAS messages Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 17 Planning Considerations Environment Dust Limitation Power Engineering Procedures The Fire OWS is rated for use in a light industrial or office room applications The environmental recommendations for reliable operation are as follows e ambient operating temperature 10 to 40 C 50 to 104 F e ambient operating humidity 20 to 80 e clean atmosphere conditions no corrosive chemical vapors that may damage electronic equipment If the Fire OWS is operating in a room that has excessive dust and dirt be sure to check the unit frequently for dust Also if the Fire OWS is stored in a room and not in operation computer equipment dust covers are an effective way to limit the entry of dust into the unit A WARNING Risk of Personal Injury The Fire OWS dedicated MIFN printer Fire Watchdog Enclosure and Fire Net NCM must be powered by a UPS which is UL Listed for this purpose If the UPS is not UL Listed be sure to obtain written approval from the AHJ for the UPS The UPS must be sized to supply standby operating power at the time specified in applicable fire alarm building codes For more detailed information on UPS systems see the Metasys Intelligent Fire Network Technical Bulletin LIT 448196 and NFPA 72 standards Some AHJs or building codes may require that the Fire OWS be hardwired rather than cord connected to a power
58. s file should be kept in the BATCH subdirectory Do not keep the file in the BAS subdirectory because it might be deleted during the next PMI update A sample of a typical ARCNET OWS file is included in this section under ARCNET OWS The N1 LAN ARCNET base memory address is the address of the input output buffers for the NI LAN ARCNET board Up to a 16 K block of memory is mapped to the N1 LAN ARCNET board Any available 16 K block of memory that can be set on the N1 LAN ARCNET board can be used refer to the N1 LAN ARCNET user manual for available base memory address settings The Metasys software documentation recommends default settings for some computer types If there is a conflict with other adapters using the same base memory address then an alternate 16 K memory block needs to be set on the N1 LAN ARCNET board A conflict with other adapters does not require a change in the METASYS INI file There is no base memory address for the MIB OWS Problem Description Typical Metasys error messages include N1 Memory Failures and or N1 Initialization Failures These are caused by the computer not recognizing the 16 K base memory segment block used by the N1 LAN ARCNET board 56 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Verification To verify that the computer is communicating to the N1 LAN ARCNET board you need to run an N1 Signature test The N1 Signature test uses an MS DOS program called Debug In running this te
59. software following the steps below If you do not load the Metasys software the Fire OWS software cannot install The Fire OWS software must be the last software loaded on the Fire OWS If additional software is loaded or reloaded on the Fire OWS following this installation the Fire OWS software must be reloaded or operating problems may be experienced Note If you have to install the Metasys software from scratch you must reboot the Fire OWS after the Metasys software is installed and before you install the Fire OWS software If you are upgrading the Metasys software from an earlier version the reboot is not necessary IMPORTANT For United States installations Before fire alarm commissioning is completed you must enable Receive mode at all IFC panels and the INA connected to the MIFN For details see the Full System Programming section in IFC 1010 2020 Programming Technical Bulletin LIT 448060 Information on the how to turn on Receive RCV mode is also included in this technical bulletin Note All of the instructions are based on the Windows 98 operating system When installing the Fire OWS software be sure you are not running Metasys software 1 Put the Fire OWS Disk 1 into your 3 1 2 inch drive 2 Choose File Run from the Program Manager 3 Type A setup If your 3 1 2 inch drive is not Drive A substitute the appropriate letter The setup program runs and a confirmation dialog box appears See Figure 13 Fire
60. ss on the Fire OWS The DDL file for the BAS is correct and compiled Continued on next page 52 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Problem Cont Solution O The Metasys Network begins to boot but a series of message boxes appears indicating that certain files cannot be found Fire OWS is not communicating with other nodes on the N1 LAN Logon screen does not appear The message Archive database is incompatible with current software release DATABASE CONVERSION IS REQUIRED appears when the PMI software is loading Check to see that the statements DATA C FMS and FMSDATA C FMS DATA are in the METASYS INI file If your system uses a different directory structure for example C project contract these statements reflect the settings defined by the PREP FOR command Check to see that 1 T connector is secured to the ARCNET board on the workstation One N1 LAN cable segment is attached to each side of the T connector or one N1 LAN cable segment and a 93 ohm terminator cap are attached to the ends of the T connector only if this node is at the end of line The following parameters for the ARCNET board are properly configured node ID interrupt level I O address memory address and topology SMC board only The DDL file for the FMS is correct and compiled The correct type of N1 cable is used The N1 cable length and node count rules are followe
61. st Debug reads the memory address segment of the N1 LAN ARCNET board does not work for IBM PS 2 micro channel bus and responds with the N1 Node address set on the NI LAN ARCNET board Do not run the Metasys program or NCSETUP for the Windows 98 operating system until after performing this test To perform the N1 Signature test 1 Terminate the Windows 98 operating system 2 Cycle power on your computer and press F1 to abort the Metasys program boot You must cycle power a reboot is not adequate 3 Type debug and press Enter at the MS DOS prompt with no applications running 4 TypeD xxxx 0000 where xxxx the starting N1 LAN ARCNET memory address as determined from board switch settings and press Enter 5 Type QUIT to exit Here is an example of a Fire OWS whose SMC N1 LAN ARCNET base memory is set to D000 c debug D C800 0000 D000 0000 D1 96 EE FF DF FF 8F FF 4D FF 47 F7 DO FF B3 FF DO000 0010 75 FF 8B FF 74 FF F7 FF 95 FF 3A FF OE FF 5D FF D000 0020 F8 EF FD FF B9 FF 27 FF D4 EF 3A FD 49 7F 9F FF DO000 0030 74 FF F5 FF CB FF F9 FF C9 FF FA FF F6 FF 35 FF D000 0040 B1 FF F5 FD 41 FF 5D FF 3F DF 6F FA DD FF 7A DF D000 0050 8C FF BB FF 8F FF FC FF 03 FF ED FF 77 FE FB FF D000 0060 94 FF 7F FD E7 FF B8 FF 5F FF EE FF FE FF 1F FF D000 0070 EC FF FB FF 75 FF AE FF 64 F7 5E FF 6F EF 7F DF To verify that the computer can read the NI LAN ARCNET base memory the first location dumped from debug must be
62. the operator to silence the Fire OWS IFC panel while remaining stationed at the Active Fire OWS Trigger Lock to Object Prevents the object from triggering any HVAC or To allow only one operator access to in Fire Net NCM smoke control processes This lock feature applies the capability only the Active to all triggerable attributes of the object Fire OWS can perform the trigger lock NCM Download Copies the NCM archive database to the To load the archive database into operational database at the selected NCM the Network Controller NC if the current database is lost corrupted or needs to be updated Fire Point Enables or disables fire input and output devices To allow the operator to command Commanding and turns fire output devices on and off the fire devices while remaining stationed at the Active Fire OWS Continued on next page Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 9 Capability Cont Online Fire Specific Online Database Workstation allows user to Provides central operator definition Generation e define new objects of all Metasys operations e modify setup for existing objects e implement feature actions Commands Workstation allows Provides central user override e start stop or reset operations control of all Metasys operations fin Also useful for system test e access to communications e change HVAC operational setpoints Windows System Display is divided into regions that can be siz
63. the signature recognition of D1 Immediately following the D1 is the N1 LAN ARCNET node address that is set on the N1 node address switches In the above example the first line dumped contains the signature of D1 immediately followed with a 96 hex The 96 converts to the N1 node address of 150 decimal set on the N1 LAN ARCNET board of the Fire OWS If the first byte is not D1 then a conflict exists Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 57 Node Address Example Resolution Remove the N1 LAN ARCNET board and run MSD refer to NJ LAN ARCNET heading in the nterrupt section for details on MSD View the information block titled Memory to see if the 16 K block set on the N1 LAN ARCNET board is being used by some other application If you find this base memory is already being used then select an available 16 K block that can be addressed by your N1 LAN ARCNET board refer to your user manual for available selections Configure the new base memory address on the N1 LAN ARCNET board Install the N1 LAN ARCNET board and rerun the N1 Signature test Certain computer platforms disable the shared memory for ISA boards This feature is controlled by the computer s setup configuration utilities Typically if the computer setup utilities disable ISA shared memory the N1 Signature test respo
64. true for DDL where the printer type and printer driver parameters must match the Control Panel settings the DDL default for printer type is IBM PROPRINTERS and the default for driver is PROPRINT Also the settings must match the device parameter in the WIN INI file this parameter specifies the default printer and is changed with the default printer selection in the Control Panel Printers dialog box 50 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin Draft and Quality Modes of Printing Disabling Form Feeds Summaries to any network printer are printed in Draft mode for printers whose Windows 98 drivers support Draft mode Windows drivers with graphic elements for example an Object Focus window with a Trend line graph are printed in Quality mode If you want summaries to print in Quality mode on the optional printer set the following flag in the METASYS section of the METASYS INI file NearLetterQuality 1 Note The dedicated MIFN printer only prints fire alarm messages and summaries not Metasys BAS messages If you are printing frequently and want to cut down on paper usage by disabling form feeds set the following flag in the METASYS section of the METASYS INI file DisableFormFeed 1 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 51 Appendix E Troubleshooting Chart Use the table below to help troubleshoot the Fire OWS Only problems that are specific to the Metasys Network are cov
65. ure test is in Hex while the address in the NET file is in decimal Resolution If a mismatch occurs make the appropriate corrections 58 Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin N1 Bus Star Setup Example N1 LAN ARCNET Model Note Since the N1 LAN ARCNET address is computer configurable you must document this information It is suggested that you create an ARCNET OWS file describing all N1 LAN ARCNET settings for this computer This file should be kept in the BATCH subdirectory Do not keep the file in the BAS subdirectory because then it might be deleted during the next PMI update A sample of a typical ARCNET OWS file is included in this section under ARCNET OWS No other node on the N1 or MIFN can share the same node address as the Fire OWS The N1 Bus Star setup configures the communication mode to be in either a high impedance state Bus mode or in a low impedance state Star mode In a star configuration an internal End of Line EOL 93 ohm resistor is enabled In a bus configuration the board is set to a high impedance state thus requiring an external EOL It is recommended that all Metasys applications configure the N1 LAN ARCNET board to be set up in the bus configuration If this Fire OWS is at the end of its N1 Bus then you can install a T type coax connector with one side being the N1 and the other side being the external EOL terminator With the N1 LAN ARCNET board always being configured in th
66. ws Files Installing a RAM Drive You may change the size of the swap file but do not go below 1 MB because this decreases system performance Microsoft software instructions recommend that the swap file size be 1 to 2 times the amount of physical RAM on the machine You can try smaller size files however if you get out of memory errors increase the swap file size Permanent swap files are not deleted when you exit the Windows 98 operating system A permanent swap file exists as two files called 386SPART PAR in the root directory and SPART PAR in the Windows directory IMPORTANT Do not delete move or rename these permanent swap files If you are running out of room on the hard disk you can delete some Windows files that are not necessary such as games screen savers wallpaper and associated help files To remove these files go to Program Manager and double click the Windows 98 Setup icon From the Windows 98 Setup Options menu select Add Remove Windows components and follow the directions If you are frequently printing summaries and reports from the Metasys program and the Windows 98 operating system installing a RAM drive can help with performance of the Print Manager For information see the Microsoft Windows User s Guide Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 49 Supported Printers Optional Printer Printing from the Metasys Program Defining the Printer Appendix D Printer Notes
67. x Problem Description May exhibit same symptoms as an interrupt conflict or the Metasys program could indicate N1 Initialization Errors There may be several causes for these symptoms For this example assume an N1 LAN ARCNET I O address conflict Fire Operator Workstation Fire OWS Technical Bulletin 55 Base Memory Address N1 LAN ARCNET MIB OWS Example Verification Metasys program default is 2E0 Hex Generally all devices with I O capability require an I O address for example CD ROMs tape drives communication ports Ethernet boards and video boards To determine which I O addresses are being used refer to the I O device manuals Resolution Once all I O addresses are identified then refer to the N1 LAN ARCNET manual for which addresses are configurable for the installed N1 LAN ARCNET board To change the NI LAN ARCNET I O address to an unused address you need to modify both the N1 LAN ARCNET board and the METASYS INI file On the N1 LAN ARCNET board set the appropriate jumper switches per your NI LAN ARCNET user s manual For the METASYS INI file change the N1 LAN ARCNETIO x line where x is the decimal equivalent to the hex address set on the N1 LAN ARCNET board 2E0 hex 736 decimal Note Ifthe N1 LAN ARCNET I O address was changed from the default of 2E0 then you must document this change It is suggested that you create an ARCNET OWS file describing all N1 LAN ARCNET settings for this computer Thi

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