FireSystem 2000

Commercial and Light Industrial

Fire Alarm Control Panel
F eatures
• Easily expandable. All new plug-in board design
• Two supervised audible circuits
• Lamp and system trouble circuit test
• Ground fault detection
• LTi Series NEMA 4/12 enclosures available
• Monitors up to 5,000 feet (1,524m) of Protectowire
Linear Heat Detector per zone
• Up to 30 smoke detectors per zone

Description
The FireSystem 2000 is a fully supervised, non-coded fire alarm
control panel available in multiple zone configurations. The
control panels are modular in design and feature individual con-
trol modules designed to meet specialized system requirements
for commercial, institutional, and light industrial applications.
The system is both UL listed and FM approved and conforms to
applicable NFPA 72 requirements for local and auxiliary protec-
tive signaling systems. It may also be used as part of a propri-
etary fire alarm system or, when properly configured, is capable
of sprinkler supervisory service, water flow alarm, preaction
sprinkler or deluge system release.

The basic 2-wire system control panel and its associated power
supply provide the following standard features: two (2) super-
vised detection circuits, that may be field wired for either Class
A (Style D) or Class B (Style B); two (2) supervised Class B
(Styles W & Y) audible appliance circuits; battery charger and
monitor; ground fault detection; lamp test; one (1) set of SPDT
common alarm contacts, two (2) sets of Form A or B (selectable)
common trouble contacts, and one (1) set of Form A or B
(selectable) common supervisory contacts. Common trouble
contacts may be programmed for silenceable or non-silenceable
operation.

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Flexibility Protectowire Alarm Point Location
The basic 2000 Series Control Panel is designed for easy expansion of Meter (Option A) and Scanner
system capability by adding additional modules and functions to the (Options C, C2, & C3)
standard system. The 2000 will accommodate a combination Protectowire introduces “smart” detector technology to Linear Heat
of the following options: Detectors. The PDM-1000-2 Meter (Option A) may be built into
• Protectowire alarm point location meter the 2000 Series Control Panel to locate a heat actuated point on
• Extinguishing system release and supervision the Protectowire Linear Heat Detector. The meter will display the
• Water flow detection distance in feet or meters from the start of the Detector portion of
• Fire and non-fire supervisory monitoring the zone to the overheated or actuated point on the Protectowire Linear
• Intrinsically safe detection zones Heat Detector.
• Supplementary relays
A complete list of available options is included in the “System Configu-
ration Guide” section of this catalog sheet.

System Expansion
The basic 2-wire control unit consists of two (2) detection zones, and
requires one module space in the system enclosure. The zone capacity
of the basic system can be expanded up to a maximum of forty-six (46)
zones in one EN12 enclosure, by utilizing the required number of plug-
in zone modules and their associated EB-91A zone expander boards.
Each standard 2-wire zone module requires a half module space in the
system enclosure and contains two (2) individual detection circuits. To
monitor the two detection circuits, a red LED zone alarm indicator and
a yellow zone trouble indicator are supplied for each zone. Supervisory
zone cards utilize two yellow LED indicators per zone to indicate
supervisory alarm and supervisory trouble.

PDM-1000–2 Protectowire alarm point location meter with 16 zone alarm

scanner. (Options A & C)

A Zone Alarm Scanner option for the PDM-1000-2 is available which

allows for automatic identification and display of the Protectowire zone
in alarm, as well as the alarm point distance location, while still moni-
toring the remaining Protectowire zones for an alarm condition. The
Scanner is available in the following configurations: 16 zones (Option
C), 32 zones (Option C2), and 48 zones (Option C3).

Solenoid Release & Initiating Device

Module (Option F)
The RS-1 Solenoid Release and Initiating Device Modules are designed
to operate and supervise solenoid valves used for the actuation of extin-
guishing systems. The plug-in module provides one (1) supervised
FS2000 Basic control module Zone expander board (EB-91A) with solenoid output circuit and one (1) Class B (Style B) initiating device
one plug-in zone module
circuit that is jumper selectable for either alarm or supervisory field
The modular system design enables the system to be modified at any devices.
time. The required number of input and output circuits and system
options are custom assembled and tested at the factory to ensure exact Release logic and activation of the module is governed by the appropri-
conformance with the customer’s application requirements. ate programmed detection zone(s) in the 2000 Series Control Panel.
Once the module is activated, a 24VDC output is initiated to energize
System F eatures the solenoid coil of the control valve to begin the extinguishing agent
release sequence and a red LED "Trip" indicator will light showing that
Nine system status indicators are mounted on the main control board.
voltage has been supplied to the releasing circuit field terminals. Cross-
A green POWER ON LED, a red SYSTEM ALARM LED, a yellow
zoned operation is achieved through the use of the ZV-91 Zone Voting
SYSTEM TROUBLE/SUPERVISORY signal LED, and a yellow
Module (Option V) or by removing a micro-jumper and applying
GROUND FAULT indicator. Additional yellow indicating LED’s are
appropriate outputs from either the MB-91A Main Board or EB-91A
provided for ALARM SILENCED, AUDIBLE SIGNAL CIRCUITS
Expander Board.
OPEN/SHORTED, BATTERY LOW and BATTERY OUT.
Standard system controls consist of four push button switches which The release circuit is supervised for open and shorted conditions. In
provide the following functions: System Reset, Alarm Silence, Trouble the case of an open or short, the system trouble buzzer will pulse and
Silence, and Lamp and Trouble Test. the appropriate yellow trouble LED will illuminate. A circuit discon-

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nect switch is also provided to deactivate the module during servicing of Audible Alarm Circuits (Options T & U)
the system.
Each 2000 Series Control Panel contains two standard Class B (Styles
W & Y) general alarm circuits which are contained on the main control
The RS-1 release module is UL listed and is approved by Factory Mutu-
board. These audible circuits may be wired in a Class A (Styles X & Z)
al for actuation of FM Solenoid Groups A, B, and D through K. The
configuration when Option T is ordered.

Additional audible alarm circuits may be added to the system by utiliz-

ing AE-91 Audible Expander Modules (Option U). Each module pro-
vides one (1) audible alarm signaling circuit which may be wired in
either a Class A (Styles X & Z) or Class B (Styles W & Y) config-
uration. These plug-in modules may be provided in a latching or non-
latching mode and will also accept up to four (4) inputs for selective
activation by zone or groups of zones. Option U requires half a module
space in the system enclosure, and the total circuit load may not exceed
1.0 amp.

Zone Voting Module (Option V)

The ZV-91 Zone Voting Module (Option V) is designed to supply a
specific output signal(s) upon the receipt of multiple input signals.
The ZV-91 contains a programmable resistor network that will accept
up to 16 input signals. The 16 inputs are arranged into four (4) groups
Solenoid monitor and release module with Class B initiating circuit. of four (4) with each group capable of providing a designated output
(Option F)
signal (total 4). When used in a voting zone format, the module inputs
can be selectively programmed to provide an output signal upon activa-
module can also be configured to operate the Star D deluge valve (FM tion of any two or three of the 16 inputs. When a cross-zoned configu-
Solenoid Group C), but is not currently FM Approved for Star D ser- ration is required, the module will accept a maximum of eight (8) inputs
vice. This option requires half a module space in the system enclosure. or zones, and can provide up to a maximum of four (4) separate ouputs.

Intrinsically Safe Detection Circuits The module provides excellent system versatility in control function
(Options H & K) logic. Typical application examples are: actuation of selected relays from
the operation of two or more independent initiating circuits; activating
The 2000 Series can be provided with intrinsically safe Class B detection an AE-91 Audible Expander Module from a number of select initiating
circuits for those areas that are classified as hazardous. The voltage and device circuits; and cross-zoning of initiating device circuits and/or
current in the detection circuits will be limited to values which are supervisory circuits. The ZV-91 is designed for mounting on the side-
incapable of causing an explosion in a Division 1 area. Up to 3,500 ft. wall of the enclosure, and does not require a designated module space
(1,067m) of Protectowire Linear Heat Detector and/or other non-energy when sizing the system enclosure.
storing contact initiating devices may be used per circuit. Two FM
Approved options are currently offered for the 2000 Series Control Panels:
Auxiliary Power Supply (Option W)
Option H utilizes one shunt diode barrier per zone and has been
FM Approved for NEC Classes I, II, and III, Division 1, Groups A, The Auxiliary Power Supply (Option W) is designed to increase the
B, C, D, E, F, and G. This option permits the use of the Protec- overall system power from 5.25 Amps to 9.0 Amps on any FS2000
towire Alarm Point Location Meter (Option A) but requires that the Series Control Panel. The PS-2 supplies additional regulated power for
system ground fault detection circuit be disabled. detection zones, solenoid release circuits, auxiliary audible circuits, alarm
Option K consists of a dual channel DC Isolator interfaced with relays, or other high power demand devices which may exceed the
the detection circuits. One (1) Option K is required for every two capacity of the system’s main power supply.
(2) zones. This option is FM Approved for NEC Classes I, II, and
III, Division 1, Groups A,B, C, D, E, F, and G. Option K permits The unit is completely supervised. Should the power supply fail, a trou-
the use of the system ground fault detection circuit for all other ble signal illuminates the system trouble LED, and the on-board buzzer
non-isolated system circuits. This option has the following restric- will activate. The PS-2 operates on primary AC power of 120VAC,
tions: Not compatible with the Protectowire Alarm Point Location 50-60Hz at 1.75 amps maximum, and provides 4.2 amps of DC power
Meter (Option A). Due to space limitations, the use of Option K is under alarm conditions.
limited to LTi Systems only.
Power Conditioning Module (Option Y)
Battery Charging Meters (Option P) The PS-95 Power Conditioning Module (Option Y) is designed
Battery Charging Meters (Option P) consist of a DC volt meter and to provide filtered, regulated DC power from unfiltered, unregulated
DC amp meter which provide a numerical indication of the system’s DC power sources. When 24VDC input power for the
battery condition. These meters provide an accurate display of both the PS-95 is taken from the proper point on the control panel,
charging current draw and the battery standby voltage level. Option P battery backup is provided automatically to devices powered by the
is side wall mounted inside the enclosure, and may be viewed only when module. When operating on battery backup, the PS-95’s unique
the enclosure door is opened. design prevents any voltage drop from occurring across the module.

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The PS-95 features an AC-ON green LED indicator and a FireSystem 2000 Specifications
BACK-UP ON yellow LED indicator. Reset can be accom- AC Supply
plished by utilizing the main panel system reset switch or the 120 or 240VAC, 50-60Hz, 1.75 amp max.
push button switch located on the module. Provision has also Battery Supply
been made to accept a N/O switch connection for remote reset 24VDC 4.5-55 ampere hour.
capability. Gel cell (standard)
Nickel cadmium (special order)
The module has a current output of 1 A @ 26VDC at idle, and
Environmental Operation Conditions
1.5 A @ 26VDC during alarm. Output voltage is factory cali- Ambient temperature: 32°-120°F (0°-49°C).
brated at 25.5 to 26VDC. Humidity: Max. 95% non-condensing.
Primary System Power
System Enclosures 24V FWR by Tl, 175VA typical.
EN Commercial Series – NEMA Type 1 System Regulated Power
The EN Series System Enclosures are designed to accommodate Each board (MB, EB, RS) has full voltage regulation,
all input and output modules, power supplies, and batteries 12VDC and 24VDC.
(up to 18AH) utilized in the FireSystem 2000. Audible Signaling Device Circuits
24V – FWR with battery standby.
Each enclosure consists of a back box and door, fabricated of Maximum current: 2 amp/circuit, 3 amp combined.
heavy gauge steel and finished in a fine textured beige epoxy Requires polarized audible devices.
enamel finish. The enclosure door, which is mounted on heavy Relay Contact Ratings
duty sag-resistant hinges, is fitted with a key lock, and may be Common alarm: 3 amp @ 30VDC.
removed from the back box to permit easy installation and ser- Common trouble: 1 amp @ 24VDC (silenceable or non-silence-
able).
vice. Red enclosures are optionally available and may be ordered
Common supervisory: 1 amp @ 24VDC.
by adding the suffix “R” to the enclosure model number.
Approvals*
Each enclosure is vented, which allows for internal placement • UL listed (9th Edition) • City of New York #MEA–374–91E
of the emergency standby batteries. The largest battery supplied • Factory Mutual • Calif. State Fire Marshal #7165–0854:103
by the factory, which may be installed in each model enclosure is
indicated in the chart below. When the system’s battery size How To Order
requirements exceed the sizes shown, a separately ordered battery Determine the type of system configuration required and follow
cabinet is required. Consult factory for information. the appropriate ordering instructions:
Max. Step 1 System will contain all Standard 2-wire Detection
Module battery Width Height Depth Zones.
Encl. Spaces size Inches (cm) Inches (cm) Inches (cm) Select the Basic Control Unit which contains the re-
quired number of standard 2-wire detection zones.
EN2 2 10AH 21" (53.3) 17" (43.2) 5" (12.7)
EN4 4 18AH 21" (53.3) 31" (78.7) 5" (12.7) Proceed to Step 2 and continue the ordering process as
EN6 6 18AH 26" (66.0) 31" (78.7) 5" (12.7)
EN9 9 18AH 26" (66.0) 42" (106.7) 5" (12.7) instructed. Determine the number of 2–wire detection
EN12 12 18AH 26" (66.0) 53" (134.6) 5" (12.7) zones required, and select the appropriate system control
unit from the models shown in the table below.
LTi Industrial Series — NEMA Type 4/12 & 4X
The LTi Series Enclosures are intended for use indoors or
outdoors and are designed primarily to provide a degree of pro- Basic 2–Wire System Control Units
tection against windblown dust and rain, splashing water, hose-
Enclosure
directed water, and damage from external condensation. To
Model # Module Spaces Description
prevent the build-up of dangerous battery gases within the sealed
FS2002 1 2 zones
enclosure, a separately ordered battery cabinet is required. For
FS2004 11⁄2 4 zones
additional information on LTi Enclosures, refer to Data Sheet
FS2006 2 6 zones
9130.
FS2008 21⁄2 8 zones
Encl. Module Width Height Depth Encl. FS2010 3 10 zones
Model Spaces Inches (cm) Inches (cm) Inches (cm) Color FS2012 31⁄2 12 zones
FS2014 4 14 zones
LTi2X 2 19.5" (49.5) 17.5" (44.5) 9.0" (22.9) Red FS2016 41⁄2 16 zones
LTi4 4 24.0" (70.0) 34.0" (86.4) 6.9" (17.4) Red FS2018 5 18 zones
LTi6 6 29.0" (73.7) 34.0" (86.4) 6.9" (17.4) Red FS2020 51⁄2 20 zones
LTi9 9 29.0" (73.7) 45.0" (114.3) 6.9" (17.4) Red FS2022 6 22 zones
FS2024 61⁄2 24 zones
FS2026 7 26 zones
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 FS2028 71⁄2 28 zones K – Dual Channel DC Isolator for two (2) Class
FS2030 8 30 zones B, 2-wire detection circuits (Not compatible
FS2032 81⁄2 32 zones with Option A)*
FS2034 9 34 zones L – Auxiliary output relay – SPDT
Add 1⁄2 module space for each additional 2 zones.
LL – Auxiliary output relay – DPDT
P – Battery charging meters
Step 2 Select option code letter(s) from the “System Configuration Q – Time delay relay
Guide” section of this catalog sheet and show quantity when
necessary. Note options which require enclosure module R – Auxiliary common alarm relay – DPDT
space(s). RR – Auxiliary relay module – 8-SPDT relays
Step 3 To determine the proper size system enclosure, add (1 amp @ 24 VDC)
the module spaces required for the basic control unit
S – Auxiliary common trouble relay – DPDT
(Step 1) plus the module spaces required for the quantity
of each option selected (Step 2). If the total module spaces T – Class A (NFPA Styles X & Z) audible
required for the system exceed the size of the largest enclo- circuits (main panel, general alarm only)
sure, a second extender enclosure will be required. Select U 1
⁄
2 Audible expander card (I circuit, Class A or B)
two enclosures whose total module capacity equals or V – Zone voting module
exceeds that required for the complete system.
Step 4 Finalize complete system model number as shown in W – PS–2 auxiliary power supply
the System Configuration Guide, Section D. Y – PS–95 power conditioning module
Step 5 Each 2000 Series Control Panel is custom assembled and
Z – Door mounted, key operated, control switches
tested at the factory as a complete system. In order to
(reset, alarm silence, trouble/supervisory
ensure conformance with each customer’s operational
silence & lamp test)
requirements, every order should be accompanied by a brief
description of the panel’s operating logic and zone func-
tions. C. Enclosures
EN2 Commercial Type NEMA 1 2 module enclosure
EN4 Commercial Type NEMA 1 4 module enclosure
EN6 Commercial Type NEMA 1 6 module enclosure
System Configuration Guide EN9 Commercial Type NEMA 1 9 module enclosure
EN12 Commercial Type NEMA 1 12 module enclosure
A. Model number of basic system control unit selected in Step 1.
Specify AC input voltage: 120 or 240VAC LTi2X Industrial Type NEMA 4X 2 module enclosure
Specify battery charger adjustment code: GC – Gel Cell (Std.) LTi4 Industrial Type NEMA 4/12 4 module enclosure
NC – Nickel LTi6 Industrial Type NEMA 4/12 6 module enclosure
Cadmium LTi9 Industrial Type NEMA 4/12 9 module enclosure
B. Options Encl. mod.
space D. Example of complete system model number. Note that the
A – Protectowire alarm point location meter quantity of each option ordered is shown after its Option Code
PDM–1000–2 Letter.
C 1 16 zone alarm scanner FS2004-120-GC-F2-EN6
Control panel with four 2–wire detection zones operating on
C2 1 32 zone alarm scanner Requires Option A 120VAC 50–60Hz input & gel cell battery backup; (2) solenoid
C3 1 48 zone alarm scanner release and initiating device modules (1 release & 1 Class B initi-
ating circuit/module); all in a six (6) module beige enclosure.
D ⁄
1
2 Water flow detection zones (2/card)
E ⁄
1
2 Switch supervisory circuits Class A/B
(2 circuits/module) Not all options are both UL Listed and FM Approved.
F ⁄
1
2 Solenoid release and initiating device module Consult factory for details.
(1 release and 1 Class B initiating circuit/module)
H – Intrinsic safety barrier for Class B, 2-wire
(1-2) 0 detection circuits
(3-16) 1 (Option not available with system
(17-32) 2 ground fault detection)
Determine module space based upon zone
qty. shown in brackets.
* Size restrictions limit use of Option K to LTi Systems only.

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reliability. The Protectowire Company offers an extensive line of fire and heat detection sensors and related products,
including:

• Optical Flame Detectors

• Manual Pull Stations
• Smoke Detectors
• Heavy-Duty Alarm Bells
• Horns
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All Protectowire products have been specifically designed and tested for compatibility and reliable operation with
Protectowire Control Panels.

Contact your local authorized Protectowire distributor for help in planning the system best suited to your needs.

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