How can a Fire Alarm system be connected to the LifeSafety Power Supply Kit (ADC-AC-E4MT8-PSE or ADC-AC-E8M2T16-PSE)?
A Fire Alarm Interface (FAI) allows for the control of selected outputs when an input, usually from a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP), is received. The selected outputs can be enabled or disabled upon the receipt of the FAI signal to control power to devices such as locks, door holders, and smoke dampers.
The most common application for FAI is for removing power from maglocks when a fire alarm occurs to allow for faster egress. An FAI input is not limited to being connected to an FACP – devices such as a keypad can be connected to an FAI input for controlling a single door’s lock in small systems or it may be used for other simple control applications.
FAI input types vary by manufacturer. All LifeSafety Power FAI inputs allow for the use of a failsafe or fail-secure dry contact, voltage input, polarity reversal, or open collector for activation. All of LifeSafety Power’s FAI inputs also feature an optional latching feature often required for Canadian installations.
To connect a Fire Alarm system to the LifeSafety Power Supply Kit (ADC-AC-E4MT8-PSE or ADC-AC-E8M2T16-PSE):
Refer to the graphic and key below:
- FAI LED (red):
- Indicates activations of the Fire Alarm Input.
- DataLink Connection
- This is the connector for the DataLink connection. It allows optional programming and monitoring of the FPO power supply via computer or through an optional NetLink network module.
Note: DataLink cables and the PowerCom software package are available separately from LifeSafety Power for accessing these features.
- This is the connector for the DataLink connection. It allows optional programming and monitoring of the FPO power supply via computer or through an optional NetLink network module.
- Battery Presence Detection (JP3)
- The BAT DET jumper enables or disables Battery Presence (BP) fault detection as follows:
- Position 1 (jumper ON) Enable Battery Detection
- Position 2 (jumper OFF) Disable Battery Detection
- The BAT DET jumper enables or disables Battery Presence (BP) fault detection as follows:
- FAI Input:
- The input from the FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) connects here. It can be wired to accept a NO, NC Open Collector, or Voltage Input. See wiring guides below for specific connection types.
- Output Voltage Selection (SW1)
- Do not change the position of this switch. 24 VDC and 12 VDC will be selectable on D8P and C8.
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