High-Speed

NOTI•FIRE•NET™
Instruction Manual

Document 54013
08/09/2011
P/N 54013:C2
Rev: C2
ECN 11-221
 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 system—typically made up of Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and
smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a predeter-
warning devices, and a fire alarm control panel with remote mined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise
notification capability—can provide early warning of a develop- heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time.
ing fire. Such a system, however, does not assure protection For this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector
against property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire. should be tested at least once per year by a qualified fire pro-
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detec- tection specialist. Heat detectors are designed to protect
tors be located throughout a protected premise following the property, not life.
recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the
Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's same room as the control panel and in rooms used by the sys-
recommendations, State and local codes, and the recommen- tem for the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communi-
dations contained in the Guides for Proper Use of System cations, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so
Smoke Detectors, which are made available at no charge to all located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crip-
installing dealers. These documents can be found at http:// pling its ability to report a fire.
www.systemsensor.com/html/applicat.html. A study by the Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people
Federal Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the if these devices are located on the other side of closed or
United States government) indicated that smoke detectors partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building.
may not go off in as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or
systems are designed to provide early warning against fire, those who have recently consumed drugs, alcohol or medica-
they do not guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire tion. Please note that:
alarm system may not provide timely or adequate warning, or
simply may not function, for a variety of reasons: • Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures
in people with conditions such as epilepsy.
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on • Studies have shown that certain people, even when they
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors hear a fire alarm signal, do not respond or comprehend the
also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. meaning of the signal. It is the property owner's responsi-
A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first- bility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to
floor or basement fire. make people aware of fire alarm signals and instruct them
on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
Particles of combustion or “smoke” from a developing fire
may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors • In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can
because: cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.

• Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical
chimneys may inhibit particle or smoke flow. power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have
• Smoke particles may become “cold,” stratify, and not reach been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically com-
• Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air patible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equip-
outlets. ment listed for service with your control panel.
• Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a
reaching the detector. premise to a central monitoring station may be out of service
The amount of “smoke” present may be insufficient to alarm or temporarily disabled. For added protection against tele-
smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at phone line failure, backup radio transmission systems are rec-
various levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not ommended.
created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inade-
detectors will not go into alarm. quate maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per
limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA stan-
chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming dards. At a minimum, the requirements of NFPA 72 shall be
fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ion- followed. Environments with large amounts of dust, dirt or
izing-type sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires high air velocity require more frequent maintenance. A main-
better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different tenance agreement should be arranged through the local man-
ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type ufacturer's representative. Maintenance should be scheduled
of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detector monthly or as required by National and/or local fire codes and
may not provide adequate warning of a fire. should be performed by authorized professional fire alarm
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate installers only. Adequate written records of all inspections
warning of fires caused by arson, children playing with should be kept.
matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of Limit-C1-2-2007

flammable materials, etc.).

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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 Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may
connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to light-
sources of power before servicing. Control unit and associ- ning induced transients. Although no system is completely
ated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or insert- immune from lightning transients and interference, proper
ing cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial
energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this wiring is not recommended, due to an increased susceptibility
unit until manuals are read and understood. to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical Ser-
CAUTION - System Re-acceptance Test after Software vices Department if any problems are anticipated or encoun-
Changes: To ensure proper system operation, this product tered.
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 after any pro- Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or
gramming operation or change in site-specific software. Re- inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
acceptance testing is required after any change, addition or Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing,
deletion of system components, or after any modification, reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make
repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring. All compo- all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifi-
nents, circuits, system operations, or software functions known cations, verify that they will not interfere with battery, trans-
to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition, former, or printed circuit board location.
to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected,
at least 10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-
by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be tightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal
tested and proper system operation verified. contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.

This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0-49º This system contains static-sensitive components.
C/32-120º F and at a relative humidity 93% ± 2% RH (non- Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before han-
condensing) at 32°C ± 2°C (90°F ± 3°F). However, the useful dling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the
life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic com- body. Use static suppressive packaging to protect electronic
ponents may be adversely affected by extreme temperature assemblies removed from the unit.
ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and pro-
system and its peripherals be installed in an environment with gramming manuals. These instructions must be followed to
a normal room temperature of 15-27º C/60-80º F. avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indi- FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation.
cating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a Precau-D1-9-2005
10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.

FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can Canadian Requirements
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
used in accordance with the instruction manual may for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
cause interference to radio communications. It has been out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana-
tested and found to comply with the limits for class A dian Department of Communications.
computing devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits
protection against such interference when devices are radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interfer- Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ence, in which case the user will be required to correct ministere des Communications du Canada.
the interference at his or her own expense.

HARSH™, NIS™, and NOTI•FIRE•NET™ are all trademarks; and Acclimate® Plus, FlashScan®, NION®, NOTIFIER®, ONYX®, ONYXWorks®, UniNet®,
VeriFire®, and VIEW® are all registered trademarks of Honeywell International Inc. Echelon® is a registered trademark and LonWorks™ is a trademark of
Echelon Corporation. ARCNET® is a registered trademark of Datapoint Corporation. Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation.
©2011 by Honeywell International Inc. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of this document is strictly prohibited.

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Software Downloads
In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our customers, we make
frequent upgrades to the embedded software in our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest
features, we strongly recommend that you download the most current version of software for each product prior to
commissioning any system. Contact Technical Support with any questions about software and the appropriate version for
a specific application.

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 Table of Contents
Section 1: Using This Manual .................................................................................................. 6
1.1: Products Subject to AHJ Approval................................................................................................................6
1.2: Related Documentation .................................................................................................................................6
Section 2: Network Nodes & Features .................................................................................... 7
2.1: Network Description......................................................................................................................................7
2.1.1: Overview .............................................................................................................................................7
2.1.2: Special Fiber Requirements.................................................................................................................7
2.2: Network Node Features .................................................................................................................................7
2.3: Network Interface Boards............................................................................................................................10
2.4: High-Speed Network Communications Modules in Repeater Mode ..........................................................10
Section 3: Network Configurations ....................................................................................... 11
3.1: Point-to-Point Configuration .......................................................................................................................11
3.2: NFPA Style 4 Configurations ......................................................................................................................11
3.3: NFPA Style 7 Configurations ......................................................................................................................12
3.4: Network Wiring for Ground Fault Detection...............................................................................................13
Appendix A: Compatibility with Other Systems .................................................................. 17
A.1: Honeywell Fire Systems .............................................................................................................................17
A.2: Johnson Controls Fire Systems...................................................................................................................17
A.3: ADT Fire Systems ......................................................................................................................................17

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 Section 1: Using This Manual
This manual provides a system design overview for High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net. It describes com-
patible fire alarm devices that can be linked to the network; network requirements and limitations;
and configuration details, including those for NFPA Style 4 and Style 7. High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net
works with products that have been certified to comply with the requirements in the Standard for
Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems, UL 864 9th Edition.

CAUTION: ALL EQUIPMENT ON THE NETWORK MUST BE RUNNING THE SAME

! VERSION OF THE NETWORK SOFTWARE.

1.1 Products Subject to AHJ Approval

The following products have not received UL 864 9th Edition certification and may only be used in
retrofit applications. Setup of the HS-NFN with products not tested for UL 864 9th Edition has not
been evaluated and may not comply with NFPA 72 and/or the latest edition of UL 864. These appli-
cations will require the approval of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• NFS-3030
• NFS-640
• NCA

1.2 Related Documentation

This table lists equipment that connects directly to High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net; for information
about connecting non-network devices to these network nodes, refer to the installation manual(s)
for your system. To obtain a complete understanding of specific features within the network, or to
become familiar with the network functions in general, make use of the documentation listed in
Table 1.1. The Notifier Document chart (DOC-NOT) provides the current document revision. A
copy of this document is included with each shipment of NOTIFIER® products.

For information on… Refer to… Part No.

Panels and Intelligent DVC and DAA Series 52411
Annunciators NCA-2 Network Control Annunciator 52482
ONYXWorks Workstation 52342
NFS2-3030 Fire Alarm Control Panel 52544, 52545, 52546
NFS2-640 Fire Alarm Control Panel 52741, 52742, 52743
NFS-320 Fire Alarm Control Panel 52745, 52746, 52747
NFS-3030 Fire Alarm Control Panel 51330, 51344, 51345
NFS-640 Fire Alarm Control Panel 51332, 51333, 51334
NCA Network Control Annunciator 51482
Network Interface High-Speed Network Communications Module 54014
Equipment BACNet Gateway-3 53372
ONYXWorks NFN GW-3 Embedded 53369
ONYXWorks NFN GW-3 PC 53370
NWS-3 Noti•Fire•Net Web Server-3 53371
Off-line Programming Veri•Fire Tools help file Veri•Fire-TCD
Utility
Table 1.1 Network Related Documentation

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 Section 2: Network Nodes & Features

2.1 Network Description

2.1.1 Overview
High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net is a series of modules and products which allow a group of Fire Alarm
Control Panels (FACPs) and other control equipment to connect. Equipment that connects to High-
Speed Noti•Fire•Net and communicates with other equipment using the network may be referred to
as a network node. The minimum hardware requirement for High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net is two
nodes connected via wire or fiber-optic cable. High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net supports up to 200 nodes.
Each network node requires a unique node address; the node communicates with other nodes via a
network interface board. This section provides network-level requirements for these devices; refer
to the specific manuals for details on requirements for individual components such as FACPs. See
“Network Node Features” in Section 2.2 for a discussion of network nodes and “Network Interface
Boards” in Section 2.3 for a discussion of interface boards.
The network supports communications over twisted-pair wire and fiber-optic media, through a pro-
prietary communications protocol. Both wire and fiber may exist in the same network when routed
through HS-NCM-WMF (wire to multi-mode fiber network communications module), or HS-
NCM-WSF (wire to single-mode fiber network communications module).
When properly configured, High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net is suitable for use as a Protected Premises
Fire Alarm System as defined in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 72 documenta-
tion.

2.1.2 Special Fiber Requirements

Fiber versions of the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net
must use single- or multi-mode fiber. Connec-
tions must be made using LC connectors.

LCconnector2side.wmf
Figure 2.1 LC Connector

2.2 Network Node Features

On each fire alarm control panel, digital audio system or intelligent annunciator, a network inter-
face board (listed below in italics) provides the physical connection; see “Network Interface
Boards” in Section 2.3.

NOTE: All boards must be running the same version of High-Speed Network Communications
Module software.

NOTE: NUP wiring connections to the HS-NCM must be located within 15 feet and encased in
conduit.

NOTE: For use with the NFS-640, NFS2-640, NFS-3030, NFS2-3030, NCA, NCA-2 and DVC,
the HS-NCM must be connected via the NUP ports!

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Network Nodes & Features Network Node Features

DVC-EM. With HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-NCM-WMF or HS-

NCM-MFSF
The DVC-EM (DVC) occupies a single node address on the network. The HS-NCM cable plugs
into either of the two DVC NUP ports. Cooperative Control-by-Event programming enables the
DVC to react to events on other network nodes.
The minimum requirements for a DVC node are a DVC, a High-Speed Network Communications
Module and a +24 VDC filtered power source. This power can come from the control panel or from
a regulated, power-limited remote power supply that is listed for Fire Protection Signaling use. If
local ground fault detection is required, an AMPS-24 power supply must be used.
NCA/NCA-2. With HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-NCM-WMF, or
HS-NCM-MFSF
The NCA and NCA-2 Network Control Annunciators provide a text-based display and control
device for the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net system. The HS-NCM enables the NCA or NCA-2 to dis-
play all events from equipment on the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net system, as well as perform control
functions such as Acknowledge, Signal Silence, Drill and System Reset. They can co-exist with
other NCAs or NCA-2s or be the sole interface on the network, and can be used to display the net-
work in desirable groups of nodes. The NCA and NCA-2 also support the use of optional devices
such as annunciators and printers. The NCA and NCA-2 are capable of interfacing with the NFS2-
3030, NFS2-640, NFS-320, DVC-EM, NFS-3030, NFS-640 and High-Speed ONYXWorks.
NCA-2 requires cabinet mounting, a High-Speed Network Communications Module and a
+24 VDC filtered power source. This power can come from the control panel or from a regulated,
power-limited remote power supply that is listed for Fire Protection Signaling use.
High-Speed ONYXWorks™ Workstation. With NFN-GW-PC-HNW, NFN-GW-PC-
HNMF, NFN-GW-PC-HNSF
This workstation provides a PC-based graphical interface for monitoring and controlling activity of
multiple nodes on a network. It allows the user to program network nodes, display network infor-
mation, and display the network in desirable groups of nodes. It can perform System Resets, Signal
Silence, and Acknowledge on sets of nodes. It also contains a history buffer which can record
events and actions which have occurred in the network.

The High-Speed ONYXWorks™ workstation is a personal computer (UL listed for fire control
applications) with interface board installed and with specific software provided. Do not install
third-party software such as office applications or games on this PC. See your High-Speed
ONYXWorks™ Workstation manual for operating requirements.

NOTE: The ONYXWorks™ Workstation version number is found on the CD label, and under the
ONYXWorks Help menu: About ONYXWorks.

NOTI•FIRE•NET Embedded Gateway NFN-GW-EM-3 with HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF,

HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-NCM-WMF. or HS-NCM-MFSF
The NFN-GW-EM-3 is a network server for the High-Speed ONYXWorks system that
connects directly to the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net. The NFN-GW-EM-3 bridged the High-
Speed ONYXWorks network with the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net network, allowing the High-
Speed ONYXWorks workstation to perform as the primary facilities workstation. The NFN-
GW-EM-3 allows remote users to monitor a High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net network connected to
the local workstation.

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Network Node Features Network Nodes & Features

BACnet Gateway. BACNET-GW-3 with HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-

WSF, HS-NCM-WMF, or HS-NCM-MFSF
The BACnet Gateway provides an interface between networks that use the BACnet communication
protocol and High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net control panels. BACnet clients communicate with the
BACnet Gateway using BACnet/IP. High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net communicates with the BACnet
Gateway via direct connection for single panel interfaces or via HS-NCM for network interfaces.
The BACnet Gateway is compatible with ONYX series panels.
Noti•Fire•Net Web Server. NWS-3 with HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-
WSF, HS-NCM-WMF or HS-NCM-MFSF
The NWS-3 is a web-based device that acts as an HTML server. The NWS-3 provides remote
access to the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net network via the internet or intranet allowing the user to
view the history, event status, device properties, or other control panel information. The NWS-3
interfaces to the internet/intranet using an IP-based wire ethernet connection.
NFS-3030/NFS2-3030. With HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-
NCM-WMF or HS-NCM-MFSF
The NFS-3030 or NFS2-3030 occupy a single node address on the network. The HS-NCM cable
plugs into either of the NFS-3030 or NFS2-3030 NUP ports. The network has the ability to send
Acknowledge, Signal Silence, Drill, and System Reset commands to the NFS-3030 or NFS2-3030.
Cooperative Control-by-Event programming enables the panel to react to or trigger events on other
network nodes.
The minimum requirements for an NFS-3030 or NFS2-3030 node are the central processing unit
(CPU-3030D, CPU-3030ND, CPU2-3030D or CPU2-3030ND), AMPS-24/E main power supply,
LCM-320, a cabinet, and a High-Speed Network Communications Module.

NOTE: Choose the CPU-3030ND of the NFS-3030’s CPU or the CPU2-3030ND version of
NFS2-3030’s CPU only when the unit is to be entirely controlled by another node on High-Speed
Noti•Fire•Net (such as ONYXWorks); programming requires VeriFire™.

NFS-640/NFS2-640. With HS-NCM-W, HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-

NCM-WMF or HS-NCM-MFSF
The NFS-640 or NFS2-640 occupies a single node address on the network. The HS-NCM cable
plugs into either of the NFS-640 or NFS2-640 NUP ports. The network has the ability to send
Acknowledge, Signal Silence, Drill, and System Reset commands to the NFS-640 or NFS2-640.
Cooperative Control-by-Event programming enables the panel to react to or trigger events on other
network nodes.
The minimum requirements for an NFS-640 or NFS2-640 node are the CPU board with integral
power supply, a cabinet, and a High-Speed Network Communication Module. The NFS-640 and
NFS2-640 also require a primary display be installed if it is not to be entirely controlled and pro-
grammed by another node on High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net.
NFS-320. With HS-NCM-W HS-NCM-MF, HS-NCM-SF, HS-NCM-WSF, HS-NCM-WMF or HS-
NCM-MFSF
The NFS-320 occupies a single node address on the network. The HS-NCM cable plugs into either
of the two NFS-320 NUP ports. The network has the ability to send Acknowledge, Signal Silence,
Drill, and System Reset commands to the NFS-320. Cooperative Control-by-Event programming
enables the panel to react to or trigger events on other network nodes.
The minimum requirements for an NFS-320 node are the NFS-320 CPU assembly, which includes
an integral power supply and cabinet, and a High-Speed Network Communication Module.

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Network Nodes & Features Network Interface Boards

2.3 Network Interface Boards

This section describes the boards that are physically connected together to form the network. “Net-
work Node Features” in Section 2.2 describes the products that are compatible with the High-Speed
Noti•Fire•Net.
Network Interface Boards for Fire Alarm Control Panels, Digital Audio
Systems, and Intelligent Annunciators
The High-Speed Network Communications Module (HS-NCM) provides a physical communica-
tion interface between the NFS2-3030, NFS2-640, NFS-320, NCA-2, NFS-3030, NFS-640, NCA
or DVC and the wire or fiber-optic cable which connects to other nodes on the high-speed network.
A single HS-NCM can be used to connect two nodes to the network. The HS-NCM may also be
used to pass data transmissions between two differently configured network segments when wire
and fiber-optic cable co-exist on the network. Each HS-NCM has two network communication
ports, in six possible media combinations:
• HS-NCM-W: Two twisted-pair wire ports.
• HS-NCM-MF: Two multi-mode fiber-optic cable ports.
• HS-NCM-SF: Two single-mode fiber-optic cable ports.
• HS-NCM-WSF: One twisted-pair wire port, one single-mode fiber-optic cable port.
• HS-NCM-WMF: One twisted-pair wire port, one multi-mode fiber-optic cable port.
• HS-NCM-MFSF: One multi-mode fiber optic cable port, one single-mode fiber optic cable
port.

2.4 High-Speed Network Communications Modules in

Repeater Mode
The HS-NCM can also be configured as a repeater. In this configuration, the HS-NCM can boost
data signals between network nodes to extend communication distances or to pass data transmis-
sions between two differently configured network segments when wire and fiber co-exist on a net-
work. For limitations and network wiring information for the HS-NCM in repeater mode, refer to
Section 3, “Network Configurations”. When using the HS-NCM as a repeater, the node address for
the HS-NCM must be set to zero (default). If the HS-NCM is connected to a fire panel via the NUP
port, the HS-NCM will evaluate the Network Programming of the fire panel and mimic the
assigned node number. Once removed from the fire panel, the HS-NCM will default to node zero.
The HS-NCM’s parameters can be configured through VeriFire Tools. Refer to the VeriFire™ Tools
CD on-line help file.

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 Section 3: Network Configurations

3.1 Point-to-Point Configuration

A point-to-point wiring configuration is defined as a segment with only two nodes/repeaters
attached to it. In a point-to-point configuration, two nodes/repeaters are interconnected by a single
circuit that is terminated at each port (Refer to Figure 3.1 and Figure 3.3 for wiring configurations).
Characteristic Impedance in a Point-to-Point Configuration
The wire segment of each point-to-point connection is a transmission line. The physical construc-
tion of the twisted-pair cable used for a segment determines the characteristic impedance of that
segment. To minimize unwanted data reflections, never mix more than one brand name, gauge, or
type of wire within a point-to-point segment.

NOTE: For 14 AWG (2.08 mm2) to 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) cable, the maximum allowable distance
is 3,000 ft. (914.4 m) provided that the maximum line DC Loop Resistance of 39 ohms is not
exceeded.

3.2 NFPA Style 4 Configurations

High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net is capable of communicating using an NFPA Style 4 SLC (refer to
Figure 3.1). Under this style of operation, a single open, wire-to-wire short, wire-to-wire short and
open, wire-to-wire short and ground, or open and ground results in fragmentation of the network. A
single ground does not affect communication, but is detected. Each fragment of the network re-con-
figures to permit communication among the nodes within the fragment.

NFNHSST4CXrv1.WMF

Note: High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net network

wiring is power-limited.

Figure 3.1 Style 4 Configurations

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Network Configurations NFPA Style 7 Configurations

In an NFPA Style 4 fiber-optic system, a single break will result in loss of communication between
network nodes. In Figure 3.2, the fragment to the left of the break cannot receive information from
the fragment to the right of the break. The fragment to the right of the break can not receive infor-
mation from the fragment to the left of the break.

These two nodes continue to These two nodes continue to

communicate with each other, but communicate with each other,
can not communicate with the but can not communicate with
other two nodes. the other two nodes.

fobreak.wmf
Figure 3.2 Fiber-Optic Style 4 System Break

3.3 NFPA Style 7 Configurations

High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net is capable of communicating using an NFPA Style 7 SLC (refer to
Figure 3.3). Under this style of operation, a single open, wire-to-wire short, wire-to-wire short and
open, wire-to-wire short and ground, or open and ground will not result in fragmentation of the net-
work. Communication will continue throughout any of the aforementioned circumstances, while
the system displays a trouble condition. A single ground does not affect communication, but is
detected. Style 7 operation may also be achieved using fiber-optic cable or mixed media (wire and
fiber).

KEY
Network
Node = Network Node or Repeater
or
Repeater
with two ports, A and B.

Network
Node
= Network Node with
two ports, A and B.

NFNHSST7CX.WMF KEY2.

Note: High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net

network wiring is power-limited.

Figure 3.3 Style 7 Configurations

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Network Wiring for Ground Fault Detection Network Configurations

3.4 Network Wiring for Ground Fault Detection

Because the twisted-pair communication link between adjacent nodes is isolated from other nodes
through the HS-NCM (transformer coupling), a single ground fault on one of the wires will have no
effect on circuit operation.
Network ground fault detection from a node power supply may be enabled or disabled with
switches on the HS-NCM-W and ONYXWorks-HNW. Refer to each product’s related documenta-
tion for switch designation and ground fault detection setup.

NOTE: If both ground fault switches are set to the “OFF” position, ground fault detection for the
HS-NCM is completely disabled. Completely disabling ground fault detection is not recommended
and is not in compliance with UL 864 Standards.

Ground fault detection may be provided by the following:

• NFS-3030 or NFS2-3030 node (powered by AMPS-24/E)
• NFS2-640, NFS-640, or NFS-320 node (own power supply)
• NCA or NCA-2 node powered by Main Power Supply (AMPS-24/E)
• DVC-EM node powered by Main Power Supply (AMPS-24/E)

NOTE: ONYXWorks-HN does not detect ground fault, but ONYXWORKS-HNW can pass the
signal between network nodes on either side of ONYXWorks. Disabling ground fault detection will
prevent signal feed-through.

Point-to-Point Configuration
In a point-to-point configuration, enable ground fault detection on only one side of each point-to-
point connection. In Figure 3.4, the left node provides the ground fault detection, and thus must be
one of the ground fault detection nodes. SW4 on the HS-NCM is set to the ON position to enable
ground fault detection on the left HS-NCM Port B. The corresponding Port A switch of the right
HS-NCM is set to the OFF position, disabling ground fault detection for the node on the right.
When a ground fault occurs on any HS-NCM connected to the network, the ground fault will be
detected by the power supply of the HS-NCM with ground fault enabled.

Twisted-Pair Wire

Ports Ports

GF Detect GF Detect Dis-

Enabled abled
NFNPTP1Grv2.wmf

Power Supply Power Supply

GF Detect
Enabled

Network Node Network Node

Figure 3.4 Point-to-Point Ground Fault Detection

If an HS-NCM configured as a repeater is employed, two ground fault detection schemes are possi-
ble within a point-to-point configuration. One or both nodes (refer to Figure 3.5 and Figure 3.6)
may provide ground fault detection, depending on the number of repeaters and the setting of the
repeater ground fault detect switch (SW4) at each repeater (refer to EXAMPLES 1 and 2).

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Network Configurations Network Wiring for Ground Fault Detection

• EXAMPLE 1: In this example, the node on the left provides the ground fault detection, and
thus must be one of the ground fault detection nodes defined on page 13. S2 (Port B) of the
HS-NCM on the left is set to the ON position to enable ground fault detection on Port B. The
repeater ground fault detection switch (SW4) is ON, allowing the left node to provide ground
fault detection for the two point-to-point wire connections on the left and right of the repeater.
The Port A switch on the right HS-NCM is set to the OFF position, disabling ground fault
detection from the node on the right. The node on the right can be any network node.
.

Twisted-Pair Wire Twisted-Pair Wire

Ports Ports Ports

GF Detect GF Detect Dis-

Enabled abled

NFNPTP2Prv2.WMF
Power Supply Power Supply
GF Detect
Enabled

Network Node Network Node

Figure 3.5 Point-to-Point (EXAMPLE 1)

• EXAMPLE 2: By setting the ground fault detect switch (SW4) on the repeater to the OFF
position, both nodes may provide their own ground fault detection (refer to Figure 3.6). The
left node provides ground fault detection up to the repeater, and thus must be one of the ground
fault detection nodes defined on page 13. S2 (Port B) is set to the ON position to enable ground
fault detection on the left HS-NCM.
The Port A switch on the right HS-NCM is also set to the ON position, providing ground fault
detection up to the repeater. This node must also be one of the ground fault detection nodes
defined on page 13.
Twisted-Pair Wire Twisted-Pair Wire
Ports Ports Ports

OFF
GF Detect GF Detect
Enabled Enabled

NFNPTP3Prv2.WMF
Power Supply Power Supply
GF Detect GF Detect
Enabled Enabled

Network Node Network Node

Figure 3.6 Point-to-Point (EXAMPLE 2)

• EXAMPLE 3: Ground fault detection is effective for a maximum of two serially connected
(point-to-point) repeaters. Therefore, a maximum of five HS-NCMs configured as repeaters
can be connected in series when ground fault detection is required. Figure 3.7 shows how the
ground fault detection switches must be arranged in order to achieve this maximum
configuration.
Both GF Both GF
NFNPTP4rv3.WMF

Detect Detect
Switches Switches
enabled GF Detect GF Detect enabled
Switches Switches
enabled disabled
HS-NCM HS-NCM
Node HS-NCM HS-NCM Node
as a as a
repeater repeater

Figure 3.7 Maximum Point-to-Point Series Repeater

Ground Fault Pass-Through Configuration (EXAMPLE 3)

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Network Wiring for Ground Fault Detection Network Configurations

• EXAMPLE 4: The HS-NCM can be shared between two network nodes. In this example, the
HS-NCM is shared between two nodes with separate power supplies. Ground Fault detection
should only be enabled for one of the power supplies.

NUP NUP
Port Port

NFNshareHSNCM.wmf
NUP
Ports

Power Supply Power Supply

GF Detect Dis- GF Detect
abled Enabled

Network Node Network Node

Figure 3.8 HS-NCM Shared Between Two Network Nodes with Separate Power
Supplies (EXAMPLE 4)

• EXAMPLE 5: Example 4 above shows the HS-NCM shared by two network nodes. If the
network wiring is being monitored by an adjacent node (refer to Figure 3.9), the Ground Fault
switch (SW4) on the shared HS-NCM should be set to OFF. The power supply Ground Fault
detection for each is dependent on the requirements of their respective network nodes.

NUP NUP
Port Port
GF Detect
Enabled
NUP
Ports

Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply

GF Detect GF Detect GF Detect Dis-
Enabled Enabled abled

Network Node Network Node Network Node

Figure 3.9 Shared HS-NCM Network Connection (EXAMPLE 5)

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 Appendix A: Compatibility with Other Systems
The High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net is compatible with Honeywell, Johnson Controls and ADT Systems
UL 864 9th Edition products as described below:

NOTE: Each product can only be networked with products of the same brand. Do not mix
multiple brands on the same network.

A.1 Honeywell Fire Systems

The following Honeywell products will function as nodes on the High-Speed XLS-NET:
• XLS3000
• XLS140-2
• XLS140
• XLS-NCA2
• XLS-NCA
• XLS-DVC-EM
• EBI
These products are compatible with the High-Speed NCM as described in this manual.

A.2 Johnson Controls Fire Systems

The following Johnson Controls products will function as nodes on the High-Speed Noti•Fire•Net:
• IFC2-3030
• IFC2-640
• IFC-320
• IFC-3030
• IFC-640
• JNCA-2
• JNCA
• JDVC-EM
• IFI Workstation
These products are compatible with the High-Speed NCM as described in this manual.

A.3 ADT Fire Systems

The following ADT products will function as nodes on the High-Speed Unimode Network:
• Unimode 640-2
• Unimode 640
• ADT-NCA-2
• ADT-NCA
• ADT-DVC-EM
These products are compatible with the High-Speed NCM as described in this manual.

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