ONYXFIRSTVISION

Installation and Operation Manual

Document 53034
10/29/07 Rev: A2
P/N: 53034:A2 ECN: 07-706
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Fire Alarm System Limitations
While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm systemtypically made up of smoke detec-
tors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning devices,
and a fire alarm control panel with remote notification capabilitycan
provide early warning of a developing fire. Such a system, however,
does not assure protection against property damage or loss of life
resulting from a fire.
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detectors be
located throughout a protected premise following the recommenda-
tions of the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association
Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's recommendations, State and
local codes, and the recommendations contained in the Guide for
Proper Use of System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at
no charge to all installing dealers. A study by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (an agency of the United States government)
indicated that smoke detectors may not go off in as many as 35% of
all fires. While fire alarm systems are designed to provide early warn-
ing against fire, they do not guarantee warning or protection against
fire. A fire alarm system may not provide timely or adequate warning,
or simply may not function, for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot reach the
detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on roofs, or on the
other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors also may not sense a
fire on another level or floor of a building. A second-floor detector, for
example, may not sense a first-floor or basement fire.
Particles of combustion or smoke from a developing fire may not
reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors because:
Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or chimneys
may inhibit particle or smoke flow.
Smoke particles may become cold, stratify, and not reach the ceiling
or upper walls where detectors are located.
Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air outlets.
Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reaching the
detector.
The amount of smoke present may be insufficient to alarm smoke
detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at various levels of
smoke density. If such density levels are not created by a developing
fire at the location of detectors, the detectors will not go into alarm.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing limita-
tions. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing chambers tend to
detect smoldering fires better than flaming fires, which have little visi-
ble smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type sensing chambers tend
to detect fast-flaming fires better than smoldering fires. Because fires
develop in different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth,
neither type of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detec-
tor may not provide adequate warning of a fire.
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warning of
fires caused by arson, children playing with matches (especially in
bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent explosions (caused by escap-
ing gas, improper storage of flammable materials, etc.).
Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm only
when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined rate or
reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise heat detectors may be
subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For this reason, the rate-of-
rise feature of each detector should be tested at least once per year
by a qualified fire protection specialist. Heat detectors are designed
to protect property, not life.
IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same room
as the control panel and in rooms used by the system for the connec-
tion of alarm transmission wiring, communications, signaling, and/or
power. If detectors are not so located, a developing fire may damage
the alarm system, crippling its ability to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people if these
devices are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors or
are located on another floor of a building. Any warning device may
fail to alert people with a disability or those who have recently con-
sumed drugs, alcohol or medication. Please note that:
Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in people
with conditions such as epilepsy.
Studies have shown that certain people, even when they hear a fire
alarm signal, do not respond or comprehend the meaning of the signal.
It is the property owner's responsibility to conduct fire drills and other
training exercise to make people aware of fire alarm signals and
instruct them on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause tempo-
rary or permanent hearing loss.
A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical power. If
AC power fails, the system will operate from standby batteries only for
a specified time and only if the batteries have been properly main-
tained and replaced regularly.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically compatible
with the control panel. It is essential to use only equipment listed for
service with your control panel.
Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premise to
a central monitoring station may be out of service or temporarily dis-
abled. For added protection against telephone line failure, backup
radio transmission systems are recommended.
The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inadequate
maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in excellent work-
ing order, ongoing maintenance is required per the manufacturer's
recommendations, and UL and NFPA standards. At a minimum, the
requirements of NFPA 72 shall be followed. Environments with large
amounts of dust, dirt or high air velocity require more frequent mainte-
nance. A maintenance agreement should be arranged through the
local manufacturer's representative. Maintenance should be sched-
uled monthly or as required by National and/or local fire codes and
should be performed by authorized professional fire alarm installers
only. Adequate written records of all inspections should be kept.
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Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be connected
to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all sources of power
before servicing. The control unit and associated equipment may be
damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules, or intercon-
necting cables while the unit is energized. Do not attempt to install,
service, or operate this unit until this manual is read and understood.
CAUTION - System Reacceptance Test after Software Changes.
To ensure proper system operation, this product must be tested in
accordance with NFPA 72 after any programming operation or
change in site-specific software. Reacceptance testing is required
after any change, addition or deletion of system components, or after
any modification, repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring.
All components, circuits, system operations, or software functions
known to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition,
to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected, at least
10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected by the change,
up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be tested and proper sys-
tem operation verified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0C to 49C
(32F to 120F) and at a relative humidity 93% 2% RH (noncon-
densing) at 32C 2C (90F 3F). However, the useful life of the
system's standby batteries and the electronic components may be
adversely affected by extreme temperature ranges and humidity.
Therefore, it is recommended that this system and all peripherals be
installed in an environment with a nominal room temperature of 15-
27 C/60-80 F.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indicating
device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a 10% I.R.
drop from the specified device voltage.
Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may operate
erratically or can be damaged when subjected to lightning-induced
transients. Although no system is completely immune from lightning
transients and interferences, proper grounding will reduce susceptibil-
ity. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an
increased susceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the
Technical Services Department if any problems are anticipated or
encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or inserting
circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing, ream-
ing, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make all cable
entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifications, verify that
they will not interfere with battery, transformer, and printed circuit
board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-tightening
may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal contact pressure
and difficulty with screw terminal removal.
Though designed to last many years, system components can fail
at any time. This system contains static-sensitive components.
Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before handling any
circuits so that static charges are removed from the body. Use static-
suppressive packaging to protect electronic assemblies removed from
the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and program-
ming manuals. These instructions must be followed to avoid damage
to the control panel and associated equipment. FACP operation and
reliability depend upon proper installation by authorized personnel.
Acclimate Plus, HARSH, NOTIFIRENET, VeriFire, NION and NOTIFER Intergrated Systems are trademarks, and ONYX, ONYXWorks, FlashScan,
UniNet, VIEW and NOTIFIER are registered trademarks of Honeywell. Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.
11/7/07 by Honeywell International Inc. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this document is strictly prohibited.
FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can radi-
ate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interfer-
ence to radio communications. It has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for class A computing device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which is
designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause interference, in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Canadian Requirements: This digital apparatus does not
exceed the Class A limits for radiation noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regula-
tions of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radio-
electriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur
le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des
Communications du Canada.
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Table of Contents
Section 1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 3
1.1: FIRSTVISION Specifications ...........................................................................................................................3
Table 1.1 FIRSTVISION Cabinet Specifications ......................................................................................3
Table 1.2 FIRSTVISION LCD Specifications...........................................................................................4
1.2: FIRSTVISION Descriptions..............................................................................................................................5
1.2.1: Product Overview................................................................................................................................5
Events that FIRSTVISION Processes and Annunciates ............................................................................5
Compatibility..........................................................................................................................................6
Table 1.3 FIRSTVISION Node Compatibility Table ................................................................................6
1.2.2: Networking..........................................................................................................................................7
Figure 1.1 Example FIRSTVISION Network............................................................................................7
1.2.3: Ordering Information...........................................................................................................................8
1.3: Agency Approvals .........................................................................................................................................8
NFPA Standards .....................................................................................................................................8
Underwriters Laboratories U.S. Documents ..........................................................................................8
Underwriters Laboratories Canada Documents......................................................................................8
Other......................................................................................................................................................8
1.3.1: Environmental Conditions...................................................................................................................8
1.4: Conventions Used in this Manual..................................................................................................................9
1.4.1: Notes, Cautions, and Warnings ...........................................................................................................9
1.4.2: Procedures ...........................................................................................................................................9
Figure 1.2 Example for Procedure Explanation .....................................................................................9
1.4.3: Referencing Other Manuals.................................................................................................................9
1.5: Software Download Notice............................................................................................................................9
1.6: Related Manuals ............................................................................................................................................9
Section 2 FIRSTVISION Installation Instructions .................................................................... 11
2.1: Power Sources and Outputs Overview........................................................................................................ 11
Table 2.1 Power Supply Required Ranges...........................................................................................11
2.2: Enclosure Installation ..................................................................................................................................12
Figure 2.1 FIRSTVISION Dimensions (inches) ......................................................................................13
Figure 2.2 FIRSTVISION Power Wiring Diagram..................................................................................14
2.3: LCD Installation ..........................................................................................................................................14
Section 3 Enabling FIRSTVISION to Monitor Your Building................................................... 15
3.1: Process Overview ........................................................................................................................................15
Process Steps to Enable FIRSTVISION ..................................................................................................15
3.2: Make Connections to FIRSTVISION..............................................................................................................15
3.2.1: What To Connect and How To Make the Connections.....................................................................15
Figure 3.1 FIRSTVISION USB Keyboard and Mouse Connections.......................................................15
Figure 3.2 FIRSTVISION Standard Keyboard and Mouse Connections ................................................16
Figure 3.3 FIRSTVISION LAN Connector Location..............................................................................16
Figure 3.4 Example NFN Gateway Embedded System Connections ..................................................17
Figure 3.5 Example NFN Gateway PC System Connections...............................................................18
3.3: Turn on Power to FIRSTVISION....................................................................................................................19
3.3.1: What Displays After the Initial Power Up of FIRSTVISION...............................................................19
3.3.2: What You Should Know about FIRSTVISION IP Addresses ..............................................................19
3.3.3: What You Should Know about FIRSTVISION Windows Settings......................................................19
Windows Administrator Settings .........................................................................................................19
Screen Saver Settings ...........................................................................................................................19
Monitor Power 19
Screen Saver 20
Figure 3.6 Display Properties - Screen Saver Tab Window.................................................................20
3.4: Set the FIRSTVISION Clock and Time Zone .................................................................................................21
Figure 3.7 System Clock ......................................................................................................................21
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Figure 3.8 Date and Time Properties....................................................................................................21
Figure 3.9 Time Zone Tab....................................................................................................................21
3.5: Establish Communication Between Your LAN and FIRSTVISION...............................................................22
Figure 3.10 Windows LAN Connection...............................................................................................22
Figure 3.11 Windows LAN Connection Properties..............................................................................22
Figure 3.12 Windows Internet Protocol Properties ..............................................................................23
Figure 3.13 Command Prompt .............................................................................................................23
3.6: Establish Gateway Communication.............................................................................................................23
How To Add a Gateway Using the Configuration Tool.......................................................................24
Figure 3.14 Gateway Configuration .....................................................................................................24
3.7: Copy Your Exported Building Design to FIRSTVISION................................................................................25
Figure 3.15 FIRSTVISION USB Connector Locations ...........................................................................25
3.7.1: How To Copy Your Exported Building Design to FIRSTVISION.......................................................25
Figure 3.16 XML File and Floorplans Folder ......................................................................................25
3.8: Display Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION...........................................................................................26
3.9: Test Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION ................................................................................................27
3.10: Touch Screen Calibration...........................................................................................................................27
3.10.1: How to Calibrate FIRSTVISIONs Touch Screen ..............................................................................27
Section 4 Operating Basics of FIRSTVISION........................................................................... 29
4.1: Normal Operation (No Events Being Reported)..........................................................................................29
Figure 4.1 FIRSTVISION Display Example: No Alarms........................................................................30
Figure 4.2 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Floor Number Button.......................................................30
Figure 4.3 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Building Information .......................................................31
Figure 4.4 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Zoomed Floor Plan ..........................................................32
Figure 4.5 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Moving Through a Zoomed Floor Plan ...........................33
Figure 4.6 FIRSTVISION Display Example: HAZMAT Information ....................................................34
4.2: Investigating Gateway Disconnection .........................................................................................................34
4.3: Operation When a Fire Alarm is Received..................................................................................................35
Figure 4.7 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Alarms..............................................................................35
Figure 4.8 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Alarm Zoomed Floor Plan ...............................................36
Figure 4.9 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Event List .........................................................................37
4.4: Operation After a Fire Alarm Has Been Cleared.........................................................................................37
4.5: Accessing the Log File.................................................................................................................................38
Figure 4.10 Log File .............................................................................................................................38
Section 5 The Development of FIRSTVISION .......................................................................... 39
5.1: The Current Situation for a Firefighter ........................................................................................................39
5.2: The Technology of FIRSTVISION..................................................................................................................39
5.2.1: Making Commissioning Easier..........................................................................................................39
5.3: Expected Firefighter Interaction with the FIRSTVISION...............................................................................40
5.3.1: Example Emergency Situations.........................................................................................................40
Fire Scene 1 ..........................................................................................................................................40
Figure 5.1 Fire Scene Scenario Floor Plan Information.......................................................................40
Figure 5.2 Fire Scene Scenario Roof Plan Information........................................................................41
Figure 5.3 Fire Scene Scenario HAZMAT Information.......................................................................41
Figure 5.4 Fire Scene Scenario Building Information..........................................................................42
Fire Scene 2 ..........................................................................................................................................43
Figure 5.5 Example Building Site Plan Information ............................................................................43
Figure 5.6 Example HAZMAT Information ........................................................................................44
Figure 5.7 Example Contact Information.............................................................................................45
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Section 1 Introduction
The contents of this manual are important and must be kept in close proximity to the hardware. If
building ownership is changed, this manual and all other testing and maintenance information must
also be passed to the current owner of the facility. A copy of this manual was shipped with the
equipment and is also available from the manufacturer.
1.1 FIRSTVISION Specifications
!
WARNING: Improper Installation
Improper installation, maintenance, or lack of routine testing could result in system malfunction.
!
CAUTION: Servicing FIRSTVISION
This product can only be serviced by authorized personnel. Only authorized personnel can remove
this products CPU back-cover or replace parts in this product. Unauthorized servicing personnel
performing product services is strictly prohibited and can void your warranty
NOTE: ONYXFIRSTVISION is for Ancillary Use Only.
Table 1.1 FIRSTVISION Cabinet Specifications
Part Number FIRSTVISION-ENC
General:
Rough Opening Dimensions 18" W x 17.75" H x 3.5 D
Material Aluminum
Finish Black epoxy powder coat finish, fine texture
Mounting Panel
Enclosure:
Door Dimensions 20" W x 18.5" H x 0.4" D
Material 0.060 Galvaneal
Door Finish Black epoxy powder coat finish, fine texture Door only
Door Plex shield 0.125 scratch resistant acrylic
Conduit punch outs (2) " and (2) " on the top and bottom of the enclosure (8) total
Mounting (6) mounting holes for screw mtg. #10/12
Lock CFE NOTIFIER Standard Lock
Magnetic Latch Power Off/Command Latch release
Introduction FIRSTVISION Specifications
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Table 1.2 FIRSTVISION LCD Specifications
Part Number FIRSTVISION-LCD
Product 17" Interactive Graphic Display
Display:
Size 17"
Resolution 1280 x 1024, 75 Hz, 32 Bit colors
Surface acoustic wave touchscreen USB TS controller
CPU:
Digital I/O (1) DO Lock control, (3) DO Brightness control
ACPI Compliant Not required
Processor Low Power VIA Fanless CPU
Speed 733MHz
Form factor Embedded
Slots NONE REQUIRED
Video Integral
Serial ports (1) RS-232
USB ports TWO
System RAM 512 MB
LAN One 10/100 Base-T interface
Peripherals:
Compact Flash Disk 2GB
Connectors (1) DB9 COM1
(1) DIN - KYBD
(1) RJ-45 10/100BT
(2) USB Ports on the front panel
(2) Speakers (2 Watts)
Operating System Windows XP Embedded
Other:
Motherboard Lithium Battery Battery is not field replaceable. Contact Technical Services for information.
DC to DC Converter Fuse Fuse is only replaceable by authorized personnel. Contact Technical Services for
information.
Fuse:10A, 250V, SLO BLO, 5x20mm.
FIRSTVISION Descriptions Introduction
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1.2 FIRSTVISION Descriptions
1.2.1 Product Overview
FIRSTVISION uses a graphical user interface (GUI) approach to life safety monitoring for your
building. The GUI's display method enables an authorized event responder (e.g. firefighter) to
view an event in the context of the building's floor layouts. This allows planning of routes and
methods for responding to the event.
Before it can be used by an event responder, FIRSTVISION must be configured with information
about the building into which it is installed. Those configuration tasks are performed with the
ONYX FIRSTVISION Configuration Tool (refer to 53035ONYX FIRSTVISION
Configuration Tool manual). The Configuration Tool tasks include entering meaningful
information about the layout of all floors in the building (drawing background), the locations of all
sensing devices that communicate with FIRSTVISION, building features (such as water supplies),
and hazards (such as flammable or reactive chemicals).
FIRSTVISION should be installed in the authorized event responders preferred building entry
location.
Refer to The Development of FIRSTVISION on page 39 for more information about this product.
Events that FIRSTVISION Processes and Annunciates
FIRSTVISION only supports SLC loop modules and devices. Only device or module events that use
formats of LxxDyyy and LxxMyyy (respectively) that are reported by the types of devices listed
below; are processed and annunciated by FIRSTVISION:
Fire Alarms
Supervisory
Medical
Security
NOTE: FIRSTVISION can simultaneously process up to 3000 events (alrms/supervisory/water/..).
Introduction FIRSTVISION Descriptions
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Compatibility
FIRSTVISION is compatible with the node types listed in the following table.
Relative information about existing nodes (its device ID and custom label) can be imported into the
Configuration Tool. Refer to the ONYXFIRSTVISION Configuration Tool Programming
Manual (P/N: 53035) for more information.
NOTE: FIRSTVISION1.5 (and above) must be used with gateway versions 3.x and above.
Table 1.3 FIRSTVISION Node Compatibility Table
NOTIFIRENET Node Type Network Board Used
AFP-200 NAM
AFP-300/400 NAM
AFP-1010 SIB-NET
AM2020 SIB-NET
NFS-320 NCM-W/F
NFS-640 NCM-W/F
NFS2-640 NCM-W/F
NFS-3030 NCM-W/F
NFS2-3030 NCM-W/F
FIRSTVISION Descriptions Introduction
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1.2.2 Networking
The following figure illustrates a possible NOTIFIRENET network that includes FIRSTVISION.
Refer to Make Connections to FIRSTVISION on page 15 for more information.
Figure 1.1 Example FIRSTVISION Network
FIRSTVISION
FACP FACP
NFN Network
Ethernet (TCP/IP)
Network
NFN Gateway PC
NFN Gateway
FACP
OR
NOTE: If you are connecting FIRSTVISION to an NFN Gateway PC and plan on running the
ONYXWorks Workstation software application also, the Workstation must be set to Supervising
Station Mode (refer to the Workstation manual).
Introduction Agency Approvals
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1.2.3 Ordering Information
Please verify part numbers with your sales representative before and when you are ordering.
1.3 Agency Approvals
FIRSTVISION has been designed to comply with standards set forth by the following regulatory
agencies. Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents:
NFPA Standards
National Fire Protection Association Standards 72.
National Electric Code (NFPA 70).
Underwriters Laboratories U.S. Documents
UL-864 Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems.
Underwriters Laboratories Canada Documents
CAN/ULC-S524-91 Standard for Installation of Fire Alarm Systems.
CAN/ULC-S527-99 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems.
Other
Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (LAHJ).
1.3.1 Environmental Conditions
FIRSTVISION must be installed in the following environmental conditions:
Temperature range of 0C - 50C (32F - 120F).
10-95% humidity non-condensing at 30C (86F).
Part Number Description
FIRSTVISION-ENC Enclosure
FIRSTVISION-LCD Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
!
WARNING:
Improper installation, maintenance, and lack of routine testing could result in system malfunction.
!
WARNING: Wiring
It is recommended that the installer conform to local code requirements when installing all wiring. All
power connections must be non-resettable.
Conventions Used in this Manual Introduction
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1.4 Conventions Used in this Manual
1.4.1 Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
This manual contains notes, cautions, and warnings to alert the reader as follows:
1.4.2 Procedures
Figure 1.2 Example for Procedure Explanation
Example Text: Main Menu select Graphics >Add Floor.
The graphic above is represented in the Example Text. All selections, fields, buttons, and
screen titles are spelled (upper/lower case) exactly as they appear on the display.
1.4.3 Referencing Other Manuals
Example: Refer to the ONYXFIRSTVISION Configuration Tool Programming Manual.
Italic text is used to reference a manual by its specific name.
1.5 Software Download Notice
In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our
distributors and their customers, NOTIFIER makes frequent upgrades to the embedded software in
our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest features, NOTIFIER
strongly recommends that you visit the Magni-Fire website on a regular basis and download the
most current version of software for each product prior to commissioning any system. Contact
NOTIFIER Technical Support with any questions about NOTIFIER software and the appropriate
version for a specific application.
1.6 Related Manuals
Here are some related hardware and applications documents:
ONYXFIRSTVISION Configuration Tool Manual - 53035
NOTE: Supplemental information for a topic, such as tips and references.
!
CAUTION: Summary in bold
Information about procedures that could cause programming errors, runtime errors, or equipment
damage.
!
WARNING: Summary in bold
Indicates information about procedures that could cause irreversible equipment damage, irreversible
loss of programming data or personal injury.
Introduction Related Manuals
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ONYXFIRSTVISION Cabinet Installation Instructions PID - 53105
AMPS-24/E Power Supply Manual - 51907
NOTIFIRENET Manual (Version 4.0 & Higher) - 51584
NFS-320 Installation/Operation/Programming manuals - 52745/52746/52747
NFS-640 Installation/Operation/Programming manuals - 51332/51334/51333
NFS2-640 Installation/Operation/Programming manuals - 52741/52742/52743
NFS-3030 Installation/Operation/Programming manuals - 51330/51344/51345
NFS2-3030 Installation/Operation/Programming manuals - 52544/52545/52546
AFP-200 Instruction manual - 15511
AFP-300/400 Installation/Operation/Programming manuals - 50253/50260/50259
AM2020/AFP1010 Installation/Operation/Programming manual - 15088
ONYXWorks NFN GW Embedded - 52306
ONYXWorks NFN GW PC - 52307
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Section 2 FIRSTVISION Installation Instructions
2.1 Power Sources and Outputs Overview
Complete all mounting procedures and check all wiring before applying power.
Electrical connections include the following:
Primary Power Source: +24VDC, delivered through a power supply listed for fire protection
services.
Secondary Power Source: +24VDC, delivered from batteries.
NOTE: You can use this information to install the FIRSTVISION enclosure (Enclosure Installation
on page 12) and to make power supply connections to the enclosures control board, or you can
refer to the ONYXFIRSTVISION Enclosure Installation Instructions (P/N 53105).
Table 2.1 Power Supply Required Ranges
TYPICAL
Input Voltage 24V
Input Current @24V 3A
!
WARNING: Power Sources
Remove all power sources to equipment while connecting electrical components. Leave the
external, main power breaker OFF until installation of the LCD is complete.
NOTE: FIRSTVISION LCD requires +24VDC @3A nominal and supervised battery backup in
accordance with local code requirements. It can be powered by any regulated, power limited
source that is approved for use with fire protective signaling units by a regulatory agency.
FIRSTVISION Installation Instructions Enclosure Installation
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2.2 Enclosure Installation
Refer to LCD Installation on page 14 if the enclosure is already installed.
Use the following information as a guideline to accomplish the installation of the FIRSTVISION
enclosure and prepare the power supply components/connections for the FIRSTVISION LCD.
Perform all installations in accordance with building construction, local code requirements, and/or
as described in the manufacturers documentation.
Step 1. Mount the FIRSTVISION enclosure on an inside wall of the building.
Step 1a.Prepare a rough opening in the wall at the location FIRSTVISION will be mounted
according to the enclosures dimensions specified in Figure 2.1 on page 13).
Step 1b.Remove the enclosures knockout(s) that will be used to route your LAN cable and
power supplys cable through.
Step 1c.Place the enclosure inside of the rough opening (with the LCD hinges on the left).
Step 1d.Attach the enclosure to the wall at the six locations provided using field supplied
fasteners.
Step 2. Mount the external power supply according to the manufacturers instructions.
Step 3. Route the external power supply wiring into the enclosure through one of the available
knockouts, and then connect it to the control board as shown in Figure 2.2 on page 14.
NOTE: You can use this information to install the FIRSTVISION enclosure and to make power
supply connections to the enclosures control board or you can refer to the ONYXFIRSTVISION
Enclosure Installation Instructions (P/N 53105).
NOTE: The dimensions shown are the exact measurement of the enclosure. Make the
enclosure hole slightly larger (approximately 1/8) than the enclosures dimensions for an easier
fit.
NOTE: Make sure the enclosure is level before fastening it to the wall.
Mounting Hole
(6 places)
!
WARNING: Electrical Panel Breaker Lockout Procedures
Leave electrical panel breaker lockout safety procedures in place until you are ready to install and
connect the FIRSTVISION LCD.
NOTE: Adhere to electrical panel breaker lockout safety procedures.
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Step 4. Route the LAN cable into the enclosure through one of the available knockouts.
Figure 2.1 FIRSTVISION Dimensions (inches)
NOTE: The power supplies for FIRSTVISION and the gateway should use:
- a common ground.
- the same earth ground.
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Figure 2.2 FIRSTVISION Power Wiring Diagram
2.3 LCD Installation
Step 1. Install the FIRSTVISION LCD onto the enclosures factory installed hinges (LCD hinges on
the left).
Step 2. Connect the LCDs power cable to the enclosures control board as shown in Figure 2.2 on
page 14.
Step 3. Connect the customer supplied LAN cable to the LAN port as shown in Figure 3.3 on
page 16.
Step 4. Swing the LCD closed and fasten it closed by using the 2 factory supplied black pan head
machined screws.
Step 5. Close the LCDs glass paneled door.
Step 6. Use the factory supplied door key to lock the closed door.
Step 7. Verify the door locks and unlocks with each turn of the key.
Step 8. You are now ready to perform Enabling FIRSTVISION to Monitor Your Building on
page 15.
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WARNING: Electrical Connections
If power is applied to FIRSTVISION for testing your electrical connections, you MUST shut down
FIRSTVISIONs Windows operating system before turning off the power. See Make Connections to
FIRSTVISION on page 15 for instructions on using FIRSTVISION like a personal computer, and then
follow standard Windows shut-down procedures.
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Section 3 Enabling FIRSTVISION to Monitor Your
Building
3.1 Process Overview
The procedures documented in the section should be performed after your buildings life safety
monitoring system has been customized to FIRSTVISION using the ONYX FIRSTVISION
Configuration Tool (refer to ONYX FIRSTVISION Configuration Tool Programming Manual
for information).
Process Steps to Enable FIRSTVISION
Step 1. "Make Connections to FIRSTVISION".
Step 2. "Turn on Power to FIRSTVISION".
Step 3. "Establish Communication Between Your LAN and FIRSTVISION".
Step 4. "Establish Gateway Communication".
Step 5. "Copy Your Exported Building Design to FIRSTVISION".
Step 6. "Test Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION".
3.2 Make Connections to FIRSTVISION
All of the procedures in this section require you to operate FIRSTVISION like a personal computer.
Because of that operation usage scenario, you MUST connect an external keyboard and a mouse to
FIRSTVISION.
3.2.1 What To Connect and How To Make the Connections
Step 1. Connect a keyboard and mouse to the either of these connectors.
USB ports on the front of FIRSTVISION LCD (recommended). A keyboard with a USB
port (for the mouse) is ideal for connecting to FIRSTVISION (Figure 3.1).
PS/2 connectors located on the bottom of the LCD (Figure 3.2).
.
Figure 3.1 FIRSTVISION USB Keyboard and Mouse Connections
NOTE: You must unlock the front door of FIRSTVISION to gain access to the USB ports.
NOTE: To gain access to the PS/2 connectors, you must remove the screws holding the LCD
closed and then you must swing the LCD out.
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Figure 3.2 FIRSTVISION Standard Keyboard and Mouse Connections
Step 2. If not already connected; connect FIRSTVISION to your IP Network by attaching customer
supplied CAT-5 ethernet cable to the LAN (Local Area Network) port.
Figure 3.3 FIRSTVISION LAN Connector Location
!
WARNING: Connector Damage Possible
Do not attempt to close the LCD with the keyboard and mouse connected because their cables will
make contact with the enclosures wiring tray; possibly damaging the connectors.
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Figure 3.4 Example NFN Gateway Embedded System Connections
FIRSTVISION
FACP FACP
NFN Network
(v5.0 or later)
Ethernet (TCP/IP)
Network
NFN Gateway
Embedded
FACP
Three options:
* Direct connection using a crossover
Ethernet cable
* Connection using 2 standard CAT-5
Ethernet cables and a UL-listed hub
* Connection to the customer supplied
Ethernet (TCP/IP) Network.
NOTE: For all connection details,
see ONYXWorks NFN
Gateway Embedded
Installation & Operation
Manual- 52306.
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Figure 3.5 Example NFN Gateway PC System Connections
FIRSTVISION
FACP FACP
NFN Network
(v5.0 or later)
NFN Gateway PC
FACP
Ethernet (TCP/IP)
Network
RX B
TX B
RX A
TX A
NFN Gateway PC
(Fiber Shown)
Three options:
* Direct connection using a crossover
Ethernet cable
* Connection using 2 standard CAT-5
Ethernet cables and a UL-listed hub
* Connection to the customer supplied
Ethernet (TCP/IP) Network.
NOTE: For all connection details, see
ONYXWorks NFN Gateway PC
Installation & Operation
Manual- 52307.
Network Card
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3.3 Turn on Power to FIRSTVISION
Turn-on the power supply connected to FIRSTVISION. Refer to FIRSTVISION Installation
Instructions on page 11 for installation information.
3.3.1 What Displays After the Initial Power Up of FIRSTVISION
1. Windows XP Embedded will start and display.
2. The software application "progress bar" will display and remain displayed until the loading of
the software application and its components are complete.
3. After the progress bar disappears; the software application will automatically start because a
shortcut to the application has been placed in the products Startup folder.
3.3.2 What You Should Know about FIRSTVISION IP Addresses
Your LAN IP address (setup with Windows Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties) has a default of:
192.168.0.4.
If it is necessary to change the factory LAN IP address; refer to Establish Communication
Between Your LAN and FIRSTVISION on page 22 for information.
The gateway that FIRSTVISION monitors (setup with Add Gateway Connection) has a factory
setting of 192.168.0.3.
If it is necessary to change this factory setting; refer to Establish Gateway Communication
on page 23 for information.
If it is necessary to change a gateways IP address, refer to the gateways respective
installation manual.
3.3.3 What You Should Know about FIRSTVISION Windows Settings
Windows Administrator Settings
It is essential that the FIRSTVISION host computer remain configured to automatically log in the
administrator account at startup, without asking for a password.
Screen Saver Settings
Monitor Power
A Monitor Power selection should NOT be changed from the factory default settings, which all are
set to Never (always on), because any setting will prevent the software application from starting
automatically after a power loss.
NOTE: Do NOT attempt to stop this loading.
NOTE: Do NOT remove this shortcut.
NOTE: Do NOT change the factory boot setup for FIRSTVISIONs host computer (that is,
administrator is automatically logged in at startup), or add any user accounts.
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Screen Saver
FIRSTVISION supports Windows Screen Saver settings that extend the displays life and prevent
screen image burn in. Only Windows screen saver application is supported, do NOT use a third-
party screen saver application.
FIRSTVISIONs screen saver will be displayed when its Wait setting is reached only if:
There are no events that FIRSTVISION processes are being reported to FIRSTVISION.
The gateway connection is present.
If events that FIRSTVISION processes are being reported to FIRSTVISION or the gateway connection
is lost; FIRSTVISIONs screen saver will disable and the software application will display. The
screen saver will remain disabled as long as there is an event that FIRSTVISION processes being
reported. After all the events that FIRSTVISION processes have been remedied (cleared/restored);
the screen saver will be automatically enabled after its Wait setting is reached.
Windows Screen Saver and Wait settings are made on the Display Properties window (i.e. Screen
Saver tab). The Screen saver field options are "None" and "My Picture Slideshow". You can load
and use your own screen saver images but they can NOT be of the 3D type.
Consult Windows information for details about making Display Properties settings.
Figure 3.6 Display Properties - Screen Saver Tab Window
NOTE: A Screen Saver selection has been made at the factory. Those factory settings use a
predetermined screen saver image and "Wait" setting of 10 minutes.
!
CAUTION: 3D Type Animation
If you choose to use your own Screen-Saver file, do NOT use 3D type animation files because it may
NOT disable when an event that FIRSTVISION processes occurred in the monitored network.
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3.4 Set the FIRSTVISION Clock and Time Zone
The FIRSTVISION system clock is set at the factory, based on the factory time zone. Follow these
steps to configure the clock for your local time zone:
Step 1. Double click the digital clock on the right side of the Windows taskbar.
Figure 3.7 System Clock
Step 2. Verify the time and date are shown correctly in the the dialogue that appears, and then
click the Time Zone tab.
Figure 3.8 Date and Time Properties
Step 3. Check the box next to Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes.
Step 4. Select your local time zone from the drop menu.
Step 5. Click OK.
Figure 3.9 Time Zone Tab
NOTE: Correct time and date settings ensure times shown on FIRSTVISION display and in event
logs are accuratecrucial information for responding Firefighters.
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3.5 Establish Communication Between Your LAN and
FIRSTVISION
The following steps are performed using Windows operations on FIRSTVISION.
Step 1. If FIRSTVISION application is running, shut it down (ESC key on direct connect keyboard).
Step 2. Click Start >Control Panel. The Control Panel window displays.
Step 3. Double click on Network Connections. The Network Connections window displays.
Figure 3.10 Windows LAN Connection
Step 4. Right click on Local Area Connections 2 in the Network Connections window and select
Properties from the list of choices. The Local Area Connection Properties window
displays.
Step 5. On the General tab click on "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)", then click on the Properties
button. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window displays.
Figure 3.11 Windows LAN Connection Properties
NOTE: A factory default IP address setting is set to: 192.168.0.4. If you need to change those
settings, then use the following information.
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Step 6. Select the Use the following IP address radio button.
The Obtain an IP address automatically can NOT be used.
Step 7. Type in your IP address information on the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window
(example only shown, the address is dependent on your network).
Figure 3.12 Windows Internet Protocol Properties
Step 8. Confirm that is 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field to choose the internal network (the
address is dependent on your network).
Step 9. Complete your entry by clicking on OK.
Step 10. Restart Windows. FIRSTVISION will automatically start. Communication between
FIRSTVISION and your LAN should be established.
Step 11. Verify the connection by doing either of the following:
Check the Gateway icon in the upper left corner of the display (no X over icon means
connected).
Ping the gateway:
Shut down FIRSTVISION
Select Start >Command Prompt to display a command prompt window.
Type in "Ping <Gateway IP Address>". If the response to the Ping is returned from
the Gateway, then the connection is established.
Figure 3.13 Command Prompt
Step 12. Close any remaining windows.
Step 13. You should now "Establish Gateway Communication".
3.6 Establish Gateway Communication
NOTE: FIRSTVISION1.5 (and above) must be used with gateway versions 3.x and above.
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It is anticipated that the factory settings for a gateway may probably work for your application and
it is recommended you use them, if possible, instead of setting up new settings. If you want to
change the factory settings use the following information
How To Add a Gateway Using the Configuration Tool
The gateway can be changed here, but FIRSTVISION can monitor only one gateway.
Step 1. Start the Configuration Tool.
Step 2. Select Tools > Gateway Configuration.
Step 3. Enter the Gateway IP address.
Step 4. Click OK.
Figure 3.14 Gateway Configuration
Step 5. Close the Configuration Tool.
Step 6. You should now "Copy Your Exported Building Design to FIRSTVISION".
NOTE: Your LAN connection must be established before you add a gateway.
NOTE: If you change the gateway IP address, you must re-export your building design to XML.
See How to Export Your Building Design for Copying to FIRSTVISION in ONYXFIRSTVISION
Configuration Tool Manual - 53035.
NOTE: The factory default Gateway IP address setting is: 192.168.0.3. If you need to change
this setting, then use the following information.
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3.7 Copy Your Exported Building Design to FIRSTVISION
This copying task can be accomplished using various methods. The copying method will be
contingent on your connection to FIRSTVISION. With FIRSTVISION and your PC both (i.e. where
your building design Site.xml file and Floor plan folder are stored) as part of a TCP/IP network,
you can copy your building design to FIRSTVISION over the network. You can also use a USB
connector, located inside the locking door, on FIRSTVISION as the connection point.
Figure 3.15 FIRSTVISION USB Connector Locations
3.7.1 How To Copy Your Exported Building Design to FIRSTVISION
Step 1. Establish a physical connection between your PC or storage device (i.e. where your
building design Site.xml file and Floorplan folder are stored) and FIRSTVISION.
Step 2. Use Window Explorer on FIRSTVISION to find, select, and copy the Site.xml file and
"Floorplans" folder to the following folder on FIRSTVISION: C:/Facilities Monitoring/FIT.
Figure 3.16 XML File and Floorplans Folder
Step 3. You should now restart FIRSTVISION and wait until Windows is displayed.
Step 4. You should now peform Display Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION on page 26.
NOTE: Overwrite the folder and files, do NOT delete the existing site.xml and Floorplans folder.
prior to this step.
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3.8 Display Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION
Step 1. Locate the FIRSTVISION icon displayed on the Desktop.
Step 2. Double click on the icon to load the Site.xml file.
Step 3. You should now "Test Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION".
NOTE: An application is loading message will display. It may take some time to load the file
depending upon the components of the building (number of floors and icons). If the message is
displayed; do NOT attempt to double click the icon again.
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3.9 Test Your Building Design on FIRSTVISION
It is recommended that you simulate an event that FIRSTVISION processes that will test the
interaction between your building design and FIRSTVISION response to that event. The following
are some items to verify that they are functioning correctly:
Battery-backup system is functioning correctly.
FIRSTVISION starts monitoring your building life safety system when started.
The floor plan background images are correctly displayed on FIRSTVISION.
Auto unlock of FIRSTVISION enclosure when an event that FIRSTVISION processes is
received by FIRSTVISION.
Activated device icons are shown in their correct locations over the floor plan background
on FIRSTVISION.
3.10 Touch Screen Calibration
FIRSTVISIONs touch screen was calibrated in the factory and you should not have to perform this
procedure.
If you have determined that the cursor is not correctly tracking to the position of your finger then
you can use the GenCalb function to calibrate the touch screen.
3.10.1 How to Calibrate FIRSTVISIONs Touch Screen
Step 1. Unlock and open the products glass paneled door using the factory supplied key.
Step 2. Connect the external keyboard and mouse to the product to the appropriate connectors.
Refer to What To Connect and How To Make the Connections on page 15.
Step 3. Press the ESC key on the keyboard to shutdown the software application.
Step 4. Locate and click on the Desktop icon for touchscreen calibration.
Step 5. Follow the displayed instructions to calibrate the touch screen.
Step 6. Restart the software application by clicking on FIRSTVISIONs software application
Desktop shortcut.
Step 7. Remove the external connected components.
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Section 4 Operating Basics of FIRSTVISION
Experiment with FIRSTVISION to gain a basic familiarity with its operation. This helps you ensure
FIRSTVISION is set up and configured correctly.
4.1 Normal Operation (No Events Being Reported)
When FIRSTVISION software application is started take note of some of the user interface
characteristics, some of the displayed elements are a result of information defined using the
Configuration Tool.
The Gateway Connection Icon in the upper left corner of the user interface indicates whether
FIRSTVISION is connected to your gateway (a red X displayed inside the icon means that
FIRSTVISION is not connected).
Corresponding to each floor in the building a Floor button (inverted style means it is selected).
The floor chosen as the lowest floor in the Configuration Tools Building Layout tree hierarchy
is displayed with icons and its floor plan background. Also if applicable displayed on that
floor are icons defined for elevators, stairs (Multi-Level icons) and HAZMAT area or sprinkler
shutoff (Other icon).
A row of larger miscellaneous buttons across the top; more information about them later in this
section.
!
WARNING: Gateway Connection Icon with a Red X
When you see that the gateway disconnected (red x in icon), FIRSTVISION will not receive events. So
it is absolutely necessary to restore connectivity to the gateway to ensure the most accurate and up
to date information is being displayed. Refer to Investigating Gateway Disconnection on page 34
for more information.
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Figure 4.1 FIRSTVISION Display Example: No Alarms
With the front door open; touching a floor number button displays the corresponding floor in the
building layout.
Figure 4.2 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Floor Number Button
NOTE: Device icons that use a device ids are displayed on FIRSTVISION only when they
experience an event type that FIRSTVISION processes.
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With the front door open; touching one of the miscellaneous buttons will display an information
window or site plan.
Figure 4.3 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Building Information
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With the front door open; touching a place on the floor will open a window that displays an
enlarged or zoomed view.
Figure 4.4 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Zoomed Floor Plan
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With the front door open; touching inside the Zoomed Floor Plan window near the left side, right
side, top, or bottom changes the point of reference of the zoomed area. Touching near a corner of
the window will navigate your zoomed view in a combined direction, like down and right.
Figure 4.5 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Moving Through a Zoomed Floor Plan
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With the front door open; touching an icon will display information about the image.
Figure 4.6 FIRSTVISION Display Example: HAZMAT Information
4.2 Investigating Gateway Disconnection
The Gateway Connection Icon in the upper left corner of the user interface indicates whether
FIRSTVISION is connected to your gateway (a red X displayed inside the icon means that
FIRSTVISION is not connected).
When you see that the gateway disconnected (red X in icon), FIRSTVISION will not receive events.
It is absolutely necessary to restore connectivity to the gateway to ensure the most accurate and up
to date information is being displayed. In order to investigate connectivity issues, you need to
operate FIRSTVISION like a personal computer. To do this:
Step 1. Follow the steps in Make Connections to FIRSTVISION on page 15 to attach a keyboard
and mouse to FIRSTVISION.
Step 2. Shut down the FIRSTVISION software application by pressing the Esc key.
See Establish Communication Between Your LAN and FIRSTVISION on page 22 and Establish
Gateway Communication on page 23 for information about gateway connectivity.
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4.3 Operation When a Fire Alarm is Received
When FIRSTVISION receives a fire alarm from a panel it is monitoring, its front door unlocks and a
display change in the floor number button takes place indicating which floor the fire alarm is on. If
multiple fire alarms have been reported, the device icons on that floor blink in a sequence that
indicates the order in which they registered trouble.
Figure 4.7 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Alarms
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With the front door open; touching the display near the device icons being displayed will zoom to
the area.
Figure 4.8 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Alarm Zoomed Floor Plan
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With the front door open; touching the Event List button will display a listing of the current alarms.
Figure 4.9 FIRSTVISION Display Example: Event List
4.4 Operation After a Fire Alarm Has Been Cleared
If fire alarm was the only event being reported; then after a fire alarm has been cleared from the
panel that FIRSTVISION monitors; the following takes place on FIRSTVISION:
The fire alarm is cleared from the Event List.
Any flashing fire alarm related device icons will no longer be displayed.
If a screen saver is being used; the screen saver will automatically start when the screen savers
Wait setting is reached.
FIRSTVISION returns to normal monitoring operation.
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NOTE: Remember to go to FIRSTVISION after a fire alarm has been cleared from the monitored
network because FIRSTVISIONs door will need to be latched closed.
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4.5 Accessing the Log File
FIRSTVISION maintains a log of the most recent 1,000 events from attached devices. Each log entry
contains an event number, a time and date stamp, information identifying the device involved, and
the state of the device during the event. How you access the log file depends on your connection to
FIRSTVISION.
With FIRSTVISION and your PC connected over a TCP/IP network, you can browse across the
network to C:/Facilities Monitoring/FIT/Event-log.txt on the FIRSTVISION machine.
You can also use a USB connector, located inside the locking door, on FIRSTVISION as the
connection point. To access the log file by using FIRSTVISION like a personal computer:
Step 1. Connect a USB mouse and keyboard. Refer to What To Connect and How To Make the
Connections on page 15.
Step 2. Hold down the Ctrl key, and press the Esc key to open the Windows Start Menu.
Step 3. Use Window Explorer to browse to the file C:/Facilities Monitoring/FIT/Event-log.txt.
Figure 4.10 Log File
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Section 5 The Development of FIRSTVISION
5.1 The Current Situation for a Firefighter
When Firefighters arrive on the scene of a building fire emergency, they must gather information to
accurately assess the situation and plan their attack on the fire. Prompt assessment is essentialthe
sooner the seat of the fire and its progression are identified, the sooner the attack on the fire can be
planned and launched. With speed and accuracy of response comes a reduction in loss of property
and life.
Current fire annunciation panels used in commercial buildings provide the primary source of
information for Firefighters arriving on the scene. This is particularly true at night when building
occupants may not be available to report their observations. However, current alarm panels provide
sensor/detector information in formats that are not always easily interpreted. Typically, these panels
present activated smoke/heat detectors as items in a scrolling alphanumeric Event List. Each
activated smoke or heat detector is described only by an alphanumeric location code and an
activation time.
5.2 The Technology of FIRSTVISION
FIRSTVISION is simple and intuitive because it cannot be assumed that the Firefighters have either
computer experience or training in its use. It enables the Firefighter to reduce the time to
understand the situation.
FIRSTVISION has an interactive display that orients Firefighters to the building using floor by floor
layouts. It decreases situation assessment time by showing the location of water supplies,
evacuation routes, access routes and points, fire barriers, shutoffs for gas and power. FIRSTVISION
also shows structural hazards.
During installation FIRSTVISION is set up with the layouts for each floor that show the locations of
sensors, hazards, water supplies, and other important devices and information about building
configuration. FIRSTVISION is installed in a location where Firefighters are expected to enter the
building when responding to an event.
5.2.1 Making Commissioning Easier
To customize FIRSTVISION for a buildingmaking it possible to pinpoint fires and their progress,
to see where important building features and hazardous materials are located, and so onthe
building manager must commission the system with building-specific data.
Data to drive FIRSTVISION display comes from a wide range of sources. Sources include drawings
of building floor and site plans from CAD files, sensor data from building fire panels, location data
for objects such as standpipes, and textual data associated with hazardous materials documentation.
One of Honeywells goals was to design a software application that gave the building manager the
flexibility to pull in the best data available from different but existing sources. The resulting
Configuration Tool provides an interface into which building managers enter or add fire detection
information that customizes FIRSTVISION to the building.
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5.3 Expected Firefighter Interaction with the FIRSTVISION
FIRSTVISION supports tasks that help Firefighters determine whether a fire is occurring. To
illustrate how FIRSTVISION helps the Firefighter, example emergency situations, "Fire Scene 1" and
"Fire Scene 2", provide a fire scene scenario and a description of the how Firefighters might use
FIRSTVISION in that fire scene emergency.
5.3.1 Example Emergency Situations
Fire Scene 1
A fire has started in a second floor office near the front (above the lobby) of a building with a two-
level roof. That is, part of the building has three floors above ground and the other part only two.
The office that contains the fire is directly under the roof on the shorter side of the building. The
building roof is reinforced with high-tension steel cable.
The Fire Department arrives at the building in less than five minutes after the department receives
the alarm. Possible Firefighter responses to this fire scene are described in the following
information.
0 seconds
1. The enclosure unlocks and the touch screen displays the floor on which the alarm
activated.
0 seconds
2. The Incident Commander enters the building at the main entrance, goes to FIRSTVISION
and opens the enclosure to view the screen.
5 seconds
3. The Commander:
Verifies that the address is for the building that sent the alarm. (as shown in the
example in Figure 5.1)
Sees the floors where the detector activations have occurred.
Figure 5.1 Fire Scene Scenario Floor Plan Information
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10
seconds
4. After verifying the building and seeing fire location, the Commander radios firefighting
team. As he calls, he continues observation:
Checks layouts of other floors and the roof (as shown in the example in Figure 5.2) to
be sure the fire is contained on only those levels.
Checks which detector(s) is activated. If multiple detectors are activated he can
determine the progression of the fire by interpreting the blinking rate of the detectors
and base his assessment of the situation on that displayed information.
Checks for presence of hazardous materials near the fire on its respective floor. (as
shown in the example in Figure 5.3)
Checks for the location of elevators, stairways, water supplies, and entry and exit
routes.
Note: Notice the Caution on this background. It was added when the background was
developed in the graphics software application. It was not added with the Annotation because
an Annotation can only be added to a Building Site Plan.
Figure 5.2 Fire Scene Scenario Roof Plan Information
Figure 5.3 Fire Scene Scenario HAZMAT Information
Caution: Tensioned Concrete Roof
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20
seconds
5. The Commander begins directing the team how to attack the fire: where to enter the
building, how to approach the fire area, where to get water, how to vent the fire.
6. The Commander notes that no windows have blown out. Since the room with the fire is
directly under the roof, it seems best to vent the smoke through the roof. He touches the
Building Information button to be sure there are no structural details that could cause
problems. (as shown in the example in Figure 5.4) Here, he sees that the roof is
tensioned concrete and tells the team that they will have to knock out a window from the
outside of the building for venting.
Figure 5.4 Fire Scene Scenario Building Information
30-60
seconds
7. The Incident Commander has gathered the data required to plan the attack and relayed
the information to the team. Within two minutes of arrival, the team is containing and
putting out the fire.
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In this scenario, the fire is near the front of the building and the main entrance drive, so trucks can
be positioned easily. If the fire occurred in a back corner or the far side of the building, the Incident
Commander would use the Building Site plan to see safe routes for driving the trucks closer to the
fire (as shown in the example in Figure 5.5).
Figure 5.5 Example Building Site Plan Information
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If hazardous materials were stored near the fire, the Commander would touch the Hazard icon to
see what the materials were and how to handle fire in the area (as shown in the example in
Figure 5.6).
Figure 5.6 Example HAZMAT Information
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If the materials were unfamiliar, the Commander could touch the Contact button to see the on call
number for the State Hazardous Material expert (as shown in the example in Figure 5.7). That
expert would advise the team of dangers, or come personally to the scene.
Figure 5.7 Example Contact Information
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B
Building Design
Copy to Terminal 25
C
Commissioning 39
Computer Specifications 3, 4
D
Display Properties
power 19
F
FFD Node Compatibility Table 6
L
LAN 16
M
manual conventions 9
manuals
related 9
Monitor Power 19
N
Node Compatibility 6
S
Specifications 3
Touchscreen, PC 3, 4
T
Test
Building Design 27
Touchscreen Specifications 3, 4
W
Windows Screen Saver 20
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