FireClass Overview

Tyco Heritage and Experience

World leading fire and security company

Over 50 years of technological expertise

Driving innovative technology

First triple sensing technology

First with Carbon Monoxide technology

Global network of engineers in 15 R&D

facilities worldwide

Creating solutions tailored to local markets

and customer needs

Sharing technology knowledge and ideas

Tyco R&D Centres of Excellence

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What is FireClass?

FireClass is a revolutionary new class of

commercial fire detection system

Out-of-the-box, digital open-protocol

solution, that is easy to install

FireClass is designed to appeal to both the

end user and installer

Easy to install

Part of Tyco International, the world leader

in fire and security solutions

Tyco Heritage specialising in control

equipment for the last 50 years

Designed and engineered in Europe

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Benefits of FireClass

Open Protocol Openly available

- Freedom of choice

Out of the Box complete solution

Easy to install and configure

One provider - One stop shop solution

Proven technology over 50 year Heritage

Extensive product range

Comprehensive back-up and support

Unrivalled Customer Service

Approved to all Major European Standards

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Who needs FireClass ?

Engineers Consultants
Who need to
know about
the latest
fire detection
technology to
specify including:
Easy to design
Flexible

Open Protocol
Covers a wide
range of risks
Comprehensive
range

Installers

End - Users

Who want an
easy to
procure and
easy to install
system including:

Who need a cost

effective, reliable,
False Alarm free
Fire Detection
System including:

Complete fire
solution from
a single provider

Open Protocol

Open Protocol

Products for
all risks and
applications

Easy and flexible

to maintain
Meets regulations
Minimal false alarms

Flexible
Future proof

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Versatile and Flexible

FireClass product range gives the flexibility and versatility for most applications
Hotels Restaurants
Schools
Hospitals
Retail
Warehouse
Nursing homes
Offices
Special Hazards

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Conventional

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Conventional Range

General Features
Comprehensive range
Low Cost 2 Zone to Multiple Zone applications
2 Wire variants available
Fully approved to EN54 and CPD
Easy to install
Proven technology
Full range of repeater options available
Surface and Flush mounting variants

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Conventional Control Panel - Duo-Cel

General Features

2,4 & 8 Zone versions

Easy to install, program and use.
Key operated controls
Panels can be surface or semi flush mounted
20mm cable gland breakouts
Low standby power consumption.
4 Sounder circuits 4 & 8 zone, 2 on
2 zone panel. Zonal & Alert sounder
options configurable

1.5A switched mode power supply with

temperature compensated battery charging
8 Zone repeaters available with 24V or mains
operation (suitable for 4 & 8 zone panels only)
Short circuit zone activation option (Global)
End of Line zone resistor option
for retrofitting (Global)

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Conventional Control Panel - Precept EN

General Features
From 2 to 32 zones
EN54-2 / CPD approval (BSi)
4 alarm circuits as standard
(4 zone panel and above)
Up to 5 fully-functional repeaters
- 2-wire RS485
Extensive configurable facilities
for the engineer via DIL switches
Zonal one-man test feature.

Short Circuit to fire setting for use with older type detectors
Panel inputs for class change, evacuate, silence alarms,
system reset
3 outputs for evacuate, buzzer active, disablement active
Auxiliary supply output - monitored fuse
Extensive expansions
Optional timer clock/counter module
Optional Foreign Language text inserts available
Optional Semi-flush and fully flush mounting bezels available

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Gas Suppression Release - Prescient III

General Features
From 2 to 32 zones
EN54-2 / CPD approval (BSi)
4 alarm circuits as standard
(4 zone panel and above)
Up to 5 fully-functional repeaters
- 2-wire RS485
Extensive configurable facilities
for the engineer via DIL switches
Zonal one-man test feature.

1st stage, 2nd stage, 3rd stage and gas

discharged outputs
Single or double knock operation
Pre-discharge delay adjustable from 0 to
60 seconds with visible countdown timer
Discharged indication with or without pressure switch
Option for rapid buzzer pulse when gas imminent
One man zone and sounder test General Features

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Gas Suppression Release Status Indicator Units

Features
Two core data link between panel and status unit
Two core power connection between panel and status unit
Indication of events/status only unit
Manual Release
Auto/Manual Keyswitch
Countdown timer

Abort and hold off switch

SLU1

SLU2

SLU3

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Conventional Detection
Extensive range for all applications and risks
Low profile, discreet and unobtrusive
Superior proven performance and reliability
Designed for fast, easy installation
Integral alarm LED

Model

Type

Description

601PH

High Performance Optical

Detector

Combined Smoke and Heat ideal for use with slow

smouldering fires or open flaming fires.

601CH

Enhanced Carbon Monoxide

Detector

Provides very early warning for slow smouldering fires

ideal for sleeping risks.

601P

Optical Smoke Detector

Ideal for use with slow burning or smouldering fires

601HR/F

Heat Detector

A fixed temp or rate of rise heat detector ideal for use

where smoke detectors cannot be situated.

601F

Infra Red Flame Detector

Ideal for protecting large open areas without sacrificing

speed of response to flaming fires

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Conventional Detection Ancillaries

Extensive range
Standard and Diode Bases options
Sounder Base with Adjustable volume
Designed for fast, easy installation
Remote alarm LED
Relay Base option

Model

Type

Description

4B

Conventional Detector Base

Standard Conventional detector mounting base

4B-D

Conventional Diode Base

Standard Conventional Detector base with Diode.

601 SB

Conventional Sounder Base

Conventional Sounder base with adjustable volume.

601 SBD

Conventional Sounder Base with

Diode

Conventional Sounder base with Diode and Adjustable volume

MC 600

Relay Base

Conventional relay base

CTA

Ceiling Tile Adaptor Kit

Easy fit adaptor for Ceiling tile mounting of Detectors

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Conventional Call points

General Features
Surface or Flush mounting.
Test Key for easier commissioning and maintenance
Optional Transparent hinged cover
Hazardous area models available
IP67 model for external use
2 Wire version for use with Duo-Cel 2 wire

Conventional Sounders
General Features
Extensive range of Bells and electronic sounders
High sound output at low current
Adjustable volume variants available
Easy to install reduces installation cost
Weatherproof variants for external use

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Addressable

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FireClass Addressable Range - Overview

Digital addressable Open protocol

250 addresses per loop (Lite 125)
Full EN 54 / CPD approvals.
Easy to program
Out of the box simplicity
Quick Start guide.
Fully networkable Panels
Programmable over the network.
PC based Interactive Graphical
User Interface available.
Extensive range of Detection
including Multi and Tri Sensors
Sensors approved in all
operating modes.
Comprehensive range of Loop
Powered Sounders/Beacons.
Full range of loop I/O modules

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FireClass Digital Open Loop Protocol Features

Digital Open protocol

High resilience to electrical interference / earthing issues
Supports wide variety of cables and installations
Supports interrupts for priority devices eg. Callpoints
250 Addresses per loop ( Lite version -125)
Full Sychronisation of loop sounders
500 mA loop current
Max. 2 Km loop length
Multiple modes of device operation
Central processing of loop data incorporating Multiple
detection modes and Algorithms and Fuzzy logic.
High immunity to electrical interference.
Interrupt processing for fast response.

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Fireclass Lite - Single Loop Panel

General Features

Up to 125 addresses.
Single loop non networkable
640 Character Display
32 Zone LEDs
Integral 2.5A Power Supply unit.
Out of the box Quick Start configuration
Displays temperature, CO level and smoke
level at point in alarm
3000 event log
Manual and Automatic walk test and
reporting functions
Automatic battery test
Detector service functions

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Addressable One Loop FireClass 32

General Features

Up to 250 addresses.
Single Loop Networkable (up to 24 Panels)
EN54 Part 2&4 and CPD approved.
640 Character Display
32 Zone LEDs
Integral 2.5A Power supply unit
Permanently display of system status
Displays sensors temperature, CO level and smoke
level at point in alarm
3000 event log
Manual and automatic walk test and reporting functions
Detector service functions
Extensive I/O Expansion options

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Addressable Two Four Loop FireClass 64

General Features

Up to 1000 addresses.
Up to 250 addresses per loop
Multi Loop Networkable (up to 24 Panels)
EN54 Pt 2&4 and CPD approved
640 Character Display
64 Zone LEDs
Integral 5A Power supply unit
Displays sensors temperature, CO level and smoke
level at point in alarm
3000 event log
Manual and automatic walk test and reporting functions
Detector service functions
Extensive I/O Expansion options

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Addressable Two or Four Loop FireClass 240

General Features

Up to 1000 addresses.
Up to 250 addresses per loop
Multi Loop Networkable (up to 24 Panels)
EN54 Pt 2&4 and CPD approved
640 Character Display
240 Zone Non-LED
Integral 5A Power supply unit
Displays sensors temperature, CO level and
smoke level at point in alarm
3000 event log
Manual and automatic walk test and reporting functions
Detector service functions
Extensive I/O Expansion options

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FireClass Addressable Repeater Panels

General Features

32, 64 and 240 Zone repeaters available

Small compact enclosure

Up to 7 repeaters per panel

Integral 2.5A Power Supply

AC and DC versions available

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FireClass Express Software

General Features
Comprehensive Programming Software
Simple and Intuitive
Fast Panel set up
Text / Device / Zone allocation
Cause Effect Programming

Import of project data

Update Panel Firmware
Export Date to FCG Graphics System
Upload via Serial port and Programming lead

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Network Platform

Networking Platform Utilising the TLI800EN

General Features
EN54 Approved
Fault tolerant peer to peer networking
Up to 24 Panel Network
Up to 24,000 points maximum
Programming can be achieved across the Network
Allows connection to other networked panels
Allows connection to FireClass Graphics System

Supports Shielded twisted pair cabling

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Addressable Detectors FC460

EN54 and CPD approved
Wide range including Multi and Tri Sensors
FireClass HPO detection algorithms
FireClass CO detection technology
Up to 250 detectors per loop
Extended service life
Drift Compensation
Fire, isolate and fault LED indications
Standard base and isolator base available

A combined total of 22 approved modes and

sensitivities to choose from

Model

Type

Description

FC 60PH

High Performance Optical

Detector

Combined Smoke and Heat ideal for detecting slow

smouldering fires or open flaming fires.

FC460P

Optical Smoke Detector

Ideal for detecting slow burning or smouldering fires

FC460H

Heat Detector

A fixed temp or rate of rise heat detector ideal for use

where smoke detectors cannot be situated.

F460PC

Triple Sensing Detector

Smoke, Heat and Carbon Monoxide

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Addressable Sounders / Beacon Bases

Loop powered - reduced installation costs
High sound output characteristics
Low current consumption
Synchronisation of Sound output
Clean lines, modern styling
Easy to install, low installation costs
Multiple tones and flash rate to suit individual requirements
Integral line isolator

Model

Type

Description

FC430LPSB

Addressable Sounder Base

Loop powered Addressable Sounder base with integrated

base and Loop Isolator

FC430LPASB

Addressable Sounder /
Beacon Base

Loop powered Addressable Sounder Beacon base with

integral base and Loop Isolator.

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Addressable Sounders
Loop powered - reduced installation costs
High sound output characteristics
Low current consumption
Synchronisation of sound output
Easy to install, low installation costs
Weather proof units for outdoor use
Multiple tones and flash rate to suit individual requirements
Integral line isolator

Model

Type

Description

FC410LPSY(R/W)

Loop powered Sounder

Addressable Loop Powered Sounder Red (R) White (W)

FC410LPSY

Weatherproof Loop Powered

Sounder

IP65 Addressable loop Powered Sounder Red

FC410LPAVR

Loop powered Sounder /

beacon

Addressable Loop Powered Sounder Beacon Red

FC410LPAV

Weatherproof Loop Powered

Sounder Beacon

IP65 Addressable Loop Powered Sounder Beacon Red

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Addressable Call Points

Integral LED indicator for easy identification of operation

Surface or Flush Mounting
Test key facility, speeds maintenance visits
Optional transparent hinged cover
IP67 Waterproof models for external applications

Model

Type

Description

FC420CP

Indoor Call Point

Manual Call Point Internal use

FC421CP

Outdoor Call Point

Manual Call Point IP 67 External Use

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Addressable Quad Modules

Loop Powered.
Built in loop isolator.
Standard Housing
Detachable connectors

Model

Type

Description

FC410QMO

Quad Output Module

4 x monitored Outputs that can be configured for spur or

loop wiring

FC410QIO

Quad I/O Module

4 x Monitored Inputs and 4x Volt free relay outputs

FC410QRM

Quad Relay Module

4 x Volt free relay outputs supply to relays can be

monitored

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Addressable Ancillary Modules

Wide range.
Comprehensive input / Output functions.
Loop Powered where applicable.
Easy connection terminals.
Compact enclosures.
LED indication.

Model

Type

Description

FC410LI

Line Isolator Module

Short Circuit Isolator

F410MIM

Mini Input Module

Single Input from N/O or N/C contacts

FC410CIM

Contact Input module

2 Inputs From N/O or N/C contacts

FC410DIM

Detector Input Module

Zone Input supports 1 Zone of Conventional

Detectors

FC410SIO

Single Input / Output Module

1 Input and 1 Output

FC410MIO

Multiple Input / Output Module

3 Inputs and 2 Outputs

FC410BDM

Beam Detector module

Connects Fireray 5000 to loop

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Loop Service Programmer FC490ST

General Features

Fast and accurate Address programming of Detectors

Fast and accurate programming of ancillary devices
such as Loop Powered Sounders and Interface
modules
Verification of Detector operation and condition
convenient backlight
Complete with charger, batteries & programming lead
for sounders / interfaces
Undongled - no password or expiry

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FireClass Graphics
General Features

Graphical Interface with addressable

control panels and Network

High resolution detailed map of site

linked to floor plans

Intuitive multi layered mapping

Interactive Control of Panels / System

Extensive event logging and Alarm

management tools.

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