2, 4, 8 Zone Fire Alarm Control Panel: Orion

Manufacturers of Fire Detection Equipment
ORION - 2, 4, 8 ZONE FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - 02/2014
ORION
2, 4, 8 Zone Fire Alarm Control Panel
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Version - 02/2014
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EN54 INFORMATION
In accordance with EN 54-2 clause 13.7, the maximum number of sensors and/or manual call points in this
panel, will not exceed 512 units.
The Fire Detection Control Panel complies with the requirements of EN 54 -2 and EN 54- 4. In addition to the
requirements of the above mentioned standard, the unit conforms to the following optional functions:
EN 54-2 Clause 7.11 Controls Delays for activation of outputs
EN 54-2 Clause 8.3 Fault signals from points
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Overview
The ORION is a 2, 4 and 8 Zone microprocessor controlled conventional Fire Alarm Control Panel with all the
functions necessary to control small and medium size fire detection installations.
Page Nº
1 - EN54 Information 9 - Testing Field Equipment
2 - Overview/ Features 10 - Operating & Programming the Panel
3 - Important Safety Notes / Mounting the Panel 12 - Programmable Options
4 - Cable Types / Detection Zone Wiring 13 - Delay Settings & Non-Latching Zones
5 - Sounder Circuit Wiring / Auxiliary Input Wiring 14 - The Panel Buttons
6 - Outputs / Optional additional Outputs 17 - Troubleshooting - Fault Indications
7 - Connecting the Panel 18 - Standby Battery Calculation
8 - Commissioning 19 - Technical Specifications
Features
Two, four and eight zone non-expandable control panels
Up to 32 conventional smoke and/or heat detectors per zone
Active End of Line monitoring
Programmable non-latching zones
Programmable delay timer for sounder and relay activation. Maximum 10 minutes
(Day/Night Function)
Delayed operation selectable for each zone
Zone coincidence programmable for adjacent zones
Two Access Levels. Selectable by fixed code entry
One man test
Supervised auxiliary 24 volt output
2 supervised/ monitored sounder circuits
3 Remote inputs for Class change, Day/Night Operation and remote reset
2 Relay outputs for fire and fault indications. Unmonitored
Power supply 1,7A @ 28.5V DC nominal
EN54 part 2 and 4 compliant
Optional Interfaces
Repeater output. To be used with our standard data loop interfaces, RS485, Fibre Optics and TCP/IP (LAN)
Multiplexed output for LEDS and additional relay outputs per zone (Max 8 zones)
Analogue interface cards available to interface Orion panel to our range of addressable panels, JUNO-
NET and JUNIOR. (P/N: ADLI)
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Important Safety Notes

This equipment must only be installed and maintained by a suitably qualified and technically
competent person.
This equipment must have an Earth Connection.
A basic knowledge and training in the installation of Fire Detection systems is assumed.
The Fire Detection system should be designed by a suitably qualified person with reference to the Local
Regulations and Guidance from the fire Officer where applicable.
Mounting the Panel

The ORION housing is designed for either surface or semi-recessed mounting. Cable entry points are
provided at the top and back of the housing. Do not drill additional holes as cables could then interfere with
the PCB or standby battery position. Maintain separation between the incoming 230 volt mains cable and
the low voltage detector and sounder cabling.
The panel should be fixed to the wall using the 4 mounting holes provided and No 8-10 countersunk screws.
Any dust created during the fixing process must be kept out of the control panel and care must be taken not
to damage any wiring or components.
273 mm 106 mm
403 mm
33 70 3
INSIDE VIEW VIEW FROM SIDE VIEW FROM REAR
VIEW FROM TOP
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Cable Types
System wiring should be installed in accordance with National Standards and wiring regulations.
To protect against electrical interference we recommend the use of screened cables throughout the system.
Separate cables should be used for sounder and detection circuits, the use of multi-core cables to carry
sounder circuits and detector circuits is not recommended. The cable screens should be terminated and
connected to Earth at the panel only.
Maximum cross section of cables to use is 2.5mm² to avoid damaging the terminals in the control panel.
Mains wiring should be 3 core 1mm² to 2.5mm² fed from an isolating fused spur, fused at 3A. This should be
secure from unauthorized operation and be marked “Fire Alarm Do Not Switch Off”. The mains supply must
be exclusive to the fire panel.
Detection Zone Wiring

Two, four or eight zones are available for detection device wiring. Each zone has capacity for up to 32 smoke /
heat detectors and an unlimited number of manual call points. This may be restricted by local regulations.
An active end of line module (capacitor) is supplied for each zone, as part of the monitoring circuit. This must
be fitted to the last device of each Zone. If a detection zone is unused the end of line module must be
connected at the panel, if is not fitted, a fault will be indicated for that zone.
A typical detector circuit wiring layout is shown below. Please consult the device manufacturer's instruction
manual for detailed information.
If manual call points are wired on the same circuit as detectors then in order to comply with the requirements
of BS5839 with respect to head removal monitoring, detector bases should have a Schottky diode fitted
which permits manual call points after a removed detector to continue to operate normally. (see diagram).
Manual call points should have a maximum internal resistance of (470-680) ohms in Alarm.
The wiring for each detector zone should be terminated in the relevant terminal blocks at the control panel
and the cable screens connected to earth.
MANUAL SMOKE MANUAL SMOKE

CALL OR HEAT CALL OR HEAT
POINT DETECTOR POINT DETECTOR
END OF LINE
PANEL CAPACITOR
DETECTOR
CIRCUIT
TERMINALS
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Sounder Circuit Wiring

There are two conventional sounder circuits available on the Orion. The maximum current available for
sounders is (500 mA) per circuit. All sounders must be polarized, non-polarized sounders will indicate a
fault on the sounder circuit.
An end of line resistor (10 K Ohm) which is supplied with the panel, must be inserted in the last sounder for
cable monitoring. If a sounder circuit is not used, the EOL resistor should be fitted in the control panel
sounder output.
The sounder circuits are protected against short circuits, the electronic fuse will reset when the short
circuit is removed and the control panel is reset.
The wiring for each sounder circuit should be terminated in their respective terminals and the cable
screens connected to earth.
Typical sounder circuit wiring diagram:
POLARIZED POLARIZED POLARIZED

SOUNDER SOUNDER SOUNDER
SOUNDER END OF LINE

CIRCUIT RESISTOR
TERMINALS 10K Ohm
Auxiliary Input Wiring

There are three remote activation inputs. All remote inputs are activated using a voltage free dry contact
like a relay.
Reset: The closure of a contact at this input will cause the panel to reset. In order to reapply a reset to the
panel, contact has to be released and reapplied. Pulse action.
Auxiliary Inputs 1 and 2 are non-Latching inputs with the following functions:
1º Class Change/Evacuate: Activates sounders immediately when 0V is applied via a voltage free
contact. Sounders active LED is illuminated, Sounders continue to operate until the input is removed.
Pressing the Silence button will stop the sounders.
2º Remote Day/Night Operation: Allows switching between Day and Night operation from a remote
location or with time clock etc.
In the Active state (contact closed), programmed delays are active (Day operation) and the delays active
LED is illuminated.
In the Normal state, programmed delays are ignored (Night operation) and the Delays active LED is
extinguished.
The wiring for each auxiliary input should be terminated in their respective terminals and the cable
screens connected to earth.
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Outputs
Auxiliary Power 28V DC max 300 mA, short circuit protected, supervised. The output is protected
against short circuit by an electronic fuse which resets when the fault is cleared and
the panel is reset.
Relay Contact Fire Provide Fire signal to external devices.

Relay contact changeover 30V /1A max resistive.
Active until Reset.
Relay Contact Fault Provide Fault signal to external devices.

Relay contact NC 30V / 1A max resistive.
Also Active for microprocessor fault.
Active until Reset and all faults are cleared.
Relay contact will open when any fault is present on the system.
The wiring for each output should be terminated in their respective terminals and the cable screens
connected to earth.
Optional additional Outputs
Repeater Output Multiplexed Fire and Fault indication per zone. Remote system command.
Interface cards available for RS485, Fibre Optics and TCP/IP (LAN) connection.
Zone Relay Outputs Additional relay per zone follows zone status. 8 zones max.
Zone LED outputs For remote installation. Multiplexed LED boards can reflect status of panel, i.e. Fire,
Fault, Test, Disabled, etc. and/ or zone status.
Analogue Detection Loop Interface card (ADLI) available for direct interface of Orion to the analogue detector
loop of any of our analogue addressable panels, Junior or Juno Net, allowing the Orion to be used as an
effective and practical Shop Monitoring Unit.
NOTE: Sounders and Alarm outputs only become active at the end of any programmed delay period. If
during the delay period, the DELAYS ACTIVE button is pressed at access level 1 (no code entry required), delay
expires and sounders activate immediately
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Connecting the Panel

Before connecting zone or sounder cables, power up the control panel with the Active EOL connected to the
zone inputs and the EOL resistors for the sounder lines connected. Connect mains and battery power; there
should be no fault indications.
The mains supply should be routed away from the other cables and enter the control panel adjacent to the
mains terminal block.
Wiring to the Mains supply should only be undertaken by a suitably qualified and competent person.
Depending on panel load and standby requirements, two 12 volt valve regulated lead acid batteries of
capacity up to 7Ah may be fitted in the housing. The batteries should be wired in series (24 V) using the
supplied link. Take care not to short circuit the battery terminals.
Check zone and sounder wiring for continuity. Short or open circuit indications must be rectified before
connecting to the control panel. All cable testing must be carried out with a Multi meter….NEVER use a
Megger when devices are connected.
Induced voltage higher than 1 Volt indicates possible cable problems or bad earth connection and must be
rectified before connection.
Transfer Active EOL modules and EOL resistors to the last device on Detection and sounder circuits and
connect the cables to their respective terminals in the control panel. See Diagram below.
A B C D E F G
A Zones
B Sounder Circuits
C Fire Relays
D Fault relays
E Programmable Remote I/P's
F Remote Reset
G Auxiliary Supply Output (24 Vdc)
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Commissioning
The ORION is supplied ready to operate as a standard conventional Fire Alarm control panel. Optional
functions and their programming are described in the next section. If required they may be programmed
before continuing with the commissioning.
The default settings for the ORION are as follows:
- All zones Latching

- All Timers Off
- No Zone Coincidence
- Remote Control Inputs set to Remote Reset and Class change and Remote Day/Night
- Engineer Access code (Access Level 3) set to :4321
Preparation
1º Check detector cables and ensure all field connections are made, ensure that all EOL devices are fitted to
the last detector, call point or sounder of each circuit. EOL Capacitors should be fitted to zones. EOL
Resistors should be applied to sounder circuits
2º Connect detector and sounder lines or terminate with EOL.
3º Remove the mains fuse.
4º Connect mains supply according to local mains voltage

Ensure good earth connection
DANGER
EXTERNAL VOLTAGE
5º Fit batteries (do not connect)
6º Insert mains fuse
7º Connect batteries - observe correct polarity
Commissioning
1º If all is normal only the Green “supply” LED should be illuminated.
2º If any Faults are indicated they should be corrected before proceeding
3º Initiate lamp test and check all LEDs operate and internal buzzer sounds
4º Test each key for correct functioning
5º Test all detectors, manual call points, sounders, relays etc. for proper operation
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Testing Field Equipment
Testing Smoke Detectors
1º Set zones to Test mode

2º Introduce test smoke into the detector
3º Wait until response indicator on detector indicates Red
4º Automatic reset after (10 sec) / when smoke has cleared
Testing Heat Detectors

2º Place test unit on head and turn on heat
3º Wait until response indicator on detector indicates Red
4º Automatic reset after (10 sec)
Testing Manual Call Points

2º Activate Call point using the manufacturers instructions
3º Wait until response indicator on call point indicates Red
4º Reset the call point
5º Automatic reset after (10 sec)
After testing is completed be sure to return control panel to normal operating mode.
Pressing RESET button will EXIT TEST mode
Testing Sounder Circuits
1º Initiate sounder test by entering Access Level 2 and pressing Sounders Activate/ Silence
2º Press again to stop
Testing Relay Outputs
With the system in normal operating mode activate the Alarm and confirm operation of relays and external
devices at the end of any programmed delay.
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Operating & Programming The Panel

The ORION has a number of programmable options to help the engineer customize the system to meet the
customer's requirements. To access these options it is necessary to enter access level three.
There are three levels of Access on the ORION.
Level 1: General user controls
1º Override any active delays (Operate Day/ Night function)

2º Perform a lamp test
3º Silence Internal buzzer
4º Put the panel into Access Level 2 or 3 if in possession of the required access code
Level 2: Authorised user controls (User 2244)
This higher level allows the user to:
- Silence and resound the sounders

- Reset after an Alarm or Fault
- Manually activate the sounders (Evacuate function)
- Silence Internal Buzzer
- Test the indicator lights
- Disable or Enable any or all of the detection zones
- Disable/ Enable the following:
1º Sounders
2º Auxiliary Outputs - Relays
3º Activate Delays if set and programmed for any zone
When any zone or function is disabled the Disabled LED on the STATUS area of the Control Panel display, will be
lit, together with the corresponding function or zone disablement LED. Disabled zones will have their
corresponding FAULT/ DISABLED LED illuminated.
Level 2 Access is gained by entering the code 2244 using the numbered buttons.
NOTE: If any Fire or Fault events have occurred these must be acknowledged by pressing the Buzzer Silence
button to acknowledge each Fault or Fire event before code entry will be accepted.
Each successful button press is indicated by the illumination in succession of the Fault LEDs for zones 3,4,5 and 6.
If the code is not completed within 20 seconds of the last key press, the system reverts to level 1.
The green (Supply) LED will flash slowly to confirm entry to level 2.
See pages 15 and 16 for operating instructions.
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Level 3: Engineer controls for use by trained and competent personnel only
Is accessed from Level 1 and allows:
- Programming of coincidence
- Setting delay timer
- System Test
- Setting delayed zones
- Setting Non-latching Zones
NOTES
1º Changes made at this level affect the factory default settings and the operation of the system. They
should only be made by qualified personnel who are fully aware of their effects.
2º If any Fire or Fault events have occurred, these must be acknowledged by pressing the Buzzer Silence
button to acknowledge each fault and Fire event before code entry will be accepted.
3º When in Access Level 3, the occurrence of any Fire or Fault condition the system will automatically exit
from Level 3 and revert to Level 2.
To enter Engineering Mode (Access Level 3) enter the factory programmed code, using the numbered keys
(from 1 to 4), which are available on the top right hand side of the control panel display.
Each successful button press is indicated by the illumination in succession of the Fault LEDs for zones 3, 4, 5
and 6.
If the code is not completed within 20 seconds of the last key press, the system reverts to Level 1.
Once this mode is entered the GREEN LED (SUPPLY) will flash once every 0,5 seconds.
To exit this mode at any time, press the RESET button. The panel will revert to Access Level 1.
Total removal of power during the programming phase may lose the changes entered.
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Programmable Options
Coincidence:
After entering access level 3, using the code provided for this effect, press the OUTPUTS AUXILIARY button in
the disablements area of the control panel. The associated LED will light up. Coincidence only operates on the
FIRE relay.
Select in turn, using the RED (4) button, the pair of zones required to work in his mode. The first 4 Zones FIRE
LED's indicate the Zone pairs: LED 1= Zones 1&2, LED 2= Zones 3&4, etc.
After selecting the zone required press the GREEN (1) button to confirm selection. The selected Red LED will
be illuminated.
Press the OUTPUTS AUXILIARY to exit this mode. On exit LED is OFF.
NOTE: If one of the Paired Zones is disabled, the Fire Relay will not activate in the event of a Fire in the other
Zone of the pair. Non-Latching Zones should not be set to coincide.
Delayed Zones:
After entering Access Level 3; press the Selected Zones button. The associated LED will be turned on.
Select the zone required by pressing the RED (4) button consecutively until the zone required to have a
delayed operation, has its FAULT LED lit up.
Confirmation of this selection is achieved by pressing GREEN (1) key. Upon confirmation the RED (FIRE) LED
will be turned ON for the selected zone.
NOTE: Delay time must be set for delayed zones to function. See next page.
One man Test:

After entering Engineering Mode (Access Level 3) press the LAMP TEST button.
Release button and the TEST LED will be on along with the fault LED for all zones that are available for testing
indicating that the panel is in TEST mode. Zones that are in Fault or are Disabled will not have their LED
illuminated.
Test zones as required. At each zone activation, the corresponding zone FIRE LED will light up for 5 seconds.
Zones will automatically reset after 10 seconds. Internal Buzzer and SOUNDERS will operate for 1 second.
To end TEST mode press LAMP TEST button.
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Delay setting
To set the delay time, press the DELAYS ACTIVE. After pressing button the associated LED will be ON.
The delay time will shown using the first 4 ZONE FIRE ZONE LEDS. A maximum delay of 10 minutes can be
programmed. Each LED will have its own associated weight in minutes, namely:
Zone 1- 1 Minute Zone 2 - 2 Minutes Zone 3 - 3 Minutes Zone 4 - 4 Minutes
In order to obtain the programmed delay, use the red button to light the required number of LEDs adding the
weights of activated LED's: Example: for a delay of 10 minutes all 4 LEDs will be ON.
1+2+3+4 = 10 minutes
To end the programming of the delay time press DELAYS ACTIVE.
Non-Latching Zones
After entering Access Level 3, press the Disable Sounders button. The associated LED will be turned on.
Select the zone required by pressing the RED (4) button consecutively until the zone required to be Non-
Latching, has its FAULT LED lit up.
Confirmation of this selection is achieved by pressing GREEN (1) key. Upon confirmation the RED (FIRE) LED
will be turned ON for the selected zone.
NOTE: Non-Latching Zones do not activate the Alarm relays. Sounder circuits will activate at the end of any
programmed delay and remain active until the Zone returns to normal state. If the input returns to the normal
state during the delay period, the sounders will not sound. Pressing Sounders Activate/Silence while the
sounders are activated will silence the sounders and extinguish the adjacent LED. Pressing again will
reactivate the sounders if the Zone is still in Alarm.
Faults on non-latching Zones are also non-latching and do not activate the fault relay.
To exit Engineering Mode (Access Level 3), press the RESET button.
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The Panel Buttons
STATUS ZONES CONTROLS
FIRE FIRE BUZZER

SILENCE 1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
TEST
FAULT FAULT
DISABLED
DISABLED 1 5
RESET 2
TEST 2 6
LAMP TEST 3
SUPPLY 3 7
SOUNDERS
SYSTEM FAULT 4 8
ACTIVATE/
SILENCE
4
FAULTS DISABLEMENTS
OUTPUTS
SUPPLY FAULT
AUXILIARY
DISABLE
BATTERY FAULT
SOUNDERS
SELECTED
AUX. SUPPLY FAULT
ZONES
DELAYS
EARTH FAULT
ACTIVE
STATUS
FIRE LED used to indicate any FIRE ALARM condition present on panel.
FAULT LED used to indicate any FAULT condition present on panel.
DISABLED Disabled Status LED used to indicate that the panel has features that have been disabled in
either Access Level 2 or 3 modes.
TEST This LED is active whenever panel is in TEST MODE. Only LIT when in Engineering Mode and
TEST mode has been selected.
SUPPLY Multi function indicator used to indicate the presence of supply. When in Access Level 1 this
LED is permanently lit. If in Access Level 2 (enter this mode using USER CODE) this LED will flash
at a rate of once per second. And finally if in Access Level 3 mode (enter using ENGINEERING
CODE) this LED will flash faster at a rate of once every 0,5 seconds.
SYSTEM FAULT This LED will be lit whenever there is a processor failure or corruption of the panel firmware.
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FAULTS
SUPPLY FAULT This LED will be ON whenever the Main Supply has been removed or has dropped
below 20 Volts.
BATTERY FAULT Indicates that there is low voltage level on the batteries or the battery charger circuit
has failed.
AUX. SUPPLY FAULT Indicates that the Auxiliary Supply has a fault.
EARTH FAULT When this indicator is ON there is leakage current flowing from the earth connection/
wiring and any conductor in coming into the panel.
SOUNDER FAULT If there is a conventional sounder circuit fault, the General Fault LED will be lit and the
Disable Sounders LED in the disablements section will also be lit and flashing.
ZONE INDICATORS Individual zone indicators are provided for both FIRE and FAULT conditions.
If any zone is disabled then its FAULT LED will also be used to indicate the disablement of
that particular zone. The Zone LED will be ON along with the Disabled status LED.
Flashing Zone Fault LED along with General fault LED indicates fault on that zone.
CONTROLS
These four keys can have more than one function.
They are numbered to indicate that they are used to enter digits from 1 to 4 for code entry.
BUZZER SILENCE ( 1 ) At Access Level 1 this button is used to silence the panel's internal buzzer. Access level 3
used to confirm/accept changes in programming.
RESET ( 2 ) Press this button to reset the panel at access level 2 or 3.
LAMP TEST ( 3 ) Press this button at access level 1 or 2 to test all LED indicators and the panel's internal
buzzer. Release when test is finished.
SOUNDERS ( 4 ) Press once to activate/silence sounders. If sounders are active, for example, during a
FIRE condition or in the event of an Evacuation action, pressing this button will stop the
sounders. Auxiliary Relays are not affected by this action. Used in Access level 3
programming to select Zones
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DISABLEMENTS
These buttons are only active at access levels 2 or 3.
They can perform different functions depending on the present panel mode of operation.
At Access Level 2 (USER MODE)
These buttons have a toggle action. One press will disable the particular feature being selected another press
of the same actuator will re-enable the function.
When a particular function is disabled, its associated LED will be active and OFF otherwise.
OUTPUTS AUXILIARY Pressing this button will ENABLE/ DISABLE the auxiliary relays.
DISABLE SOUNDERS The user can use this button to enable/ disable the conventional sounder circuits.
Note: Disables both sounder circuits.
SELECTED ZONES Use this button to select the zone disablement feature. Press once, associated LED
will light up and by using the RED (4) button select the zone to be disabled. Selected
zone will have its FAULT/DISABLED LED ON. Confirm selection by pressing GREEN
(1) button. Zone Disablements will only be active after RESET. Once the disablement
procedure is finished press again this button to exit.
DELAYS ACTIVE Pressing this button will enable the previously programmed delay. The
(Day/Night) corresponding LED will be ON during this time. In access level 1, during the delay
time which started due to a FIRE alarm, pressing this button over rides the delay
timer and the sounders and Fire relay will be activated immediately.
For information regarding special functions associated with these buttons, in access level 3 (Engineering
Mode), please consult the Programming section of this manual.
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Troubleshooting - Fault Indications
Troubleshooting work of any fault on the panel should only be carried out by qualified technicians.
General Fault The General fault LED is illuminated whenever there is a fault on the system. It is
always lit along with at least one other fault indicator which gives more detail relating
to the fault.
Zone Fault This type of fault will indicate that there is either a short or open circuit condition on
zone circuit. Revise wiring.
Power Supply Faults
Supply Fault Associated with a low voltage (below 20 V) present at the input of the power supply or
the removal of the main power supply. Measure voltage levels and verify electrical
mains fuse.
Battery Fault This fault is present when there is a low voltage below 20 V DC at the battery terminals
or if there is a battery charger problem. Charger problems can be caused by panel's
hardware failure or batteries that have not been connected in the specified manner as
indicated in this manual, on the installation section. Verify if batteries are properly
connected. Measure the voltage at the battery terminals. If it is below 21V DC replace
batteries. Remember to verify also the main electrical fuse.
DON'T EVER SHORT CIRCUIT BATTERY TERMINALS IN ORDER TO VERIFY BATTERY CHARGE
ONLY USE BATTERIES WHICH ARE LEAD ACID VRLA TYPE 12 V DC.
Aux Supply Fault This fault will show when the voltage at the auxiliary supply output is below 20 Volts
DC. This can be caused by the current limit for this output being exceeded. This output
is limited to 300 mA. Other causes for faults on this point are short circuits on the
wiring or faulty hardware attached to this supply output. Verify voltage, if below the
required acceptable level remove wiring connected to this output. If voltage now
returns to normal this confirms that connected equipment or cable is damaged.
Earth Fault This FAULT will indicate that there is some level of current leakage between any of the
wire conductors and the EARTH connections. VERIFY WIRING.
System Fault This FAULT indicates that there is a fault at the main processor level. In this particular
fault, the panel's main board needs to be replaced or repaired.
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Standby Battery Calculation
Min battery capacity 2 x 2 Ah 12 V DC
Max Battery capacity 2 x 7 Ah 12 V DC
Always use Lead- acid VRLA Batteries
The battery Ah required for a given installation is calculated from the following formula:
Quiescent current in Standby time

( mA of the panel with
everything connected
X required in hours
divided by 1000
) + ( Alarm current in Amps
(sounder load) X
Alarm time in
hours ) + 20%
Round up to the next available battery size.
Quiescent current of the panel with everything is found by adding the standby current of all connected
devices to the standby current of the panel (38mA).
Consult the manual for the individual devices to confirm the standby current.
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Technical Specifications
POWER SUPPLY SPECIFICATION

MAINS SUPPLY VOLTAGE 230V +10%/ -15%
INTERNAL POWER SUPPLY Min. 21 V DC - Max. 30 V DC
(28.5 V DC nominal) Max. Ripple 1 V peak-peak
TOTAL OUTPUT CURRENT 1,7 A @ 230 V AC
SUPPLY AND BATTERY CHARGER MONITORED? YES
BATTERIES MONITORED YES
BATTERIES MAX. INTERNAL RESISTANCE 1 Ohm
MAX BATTERY SIZE 2 x 12 V 7AH VRLA - Sealed Lead Acid Batteries
Min. Voltage 21,0 V DC (Vb min) - Max. Voltage 27,2 V DC
MAINS FUSE 4 A - 250 V Slow Blow - 20 mm
BATTERY FUSE 1.6 Amp Resettable - Electronic Fuse
MAX CURRENT DRAW FROM BATTERY (MAINS FAIL) 1.5 Amp Max. @ Max. Operating Temperature
DETECTION CIRCUIT SPECIFICATION
NUMBER OF CIRCUITS 2,4 or 8
MAX CABLE RESISTANCE 40 Ohms
MAX CABLE CAPACITANCE 0,470 uF
ZONE CURRENT QUIESCENT Max 5 mA
ZONE CURRENT ALARM 60 mA max
END OF LINE MONITORING Active EOL - CAPACITOR
BS5839 DETECTOR REMOVAL COMPLIANT YES provided diodes are fitted to detector base
MAX. NUMBER OF SMOKE/HEAT DETECTORS PER ZONE 32 - according to EN 54-2
CALL POINT RESISTOR VALUE 470 to 680 Ohms
SOUNDER CIRCUIT SPECIFICATION
NUMBER OF CIRCUITS 2
END OF LINE RESISTOR VALUE 10 K Ohms
MONITORING Open and short circuit
ALARM VOLTAGE 27.5 V DC
SOUNDER CIRCUIT FUSE 1.1 Amp resettable (Electronic Fuse)
MAX. CURRENT AVAILABLE 910 mA @ 27,5 V DC Nominal
AUXILIARY OUTPUTS
AUX POWER OUTPUT 27.5 V DC Nominal - Max. Current Drawn 210 mA
FIRE RELAY Active in Fire condition, load 30 V DC/1A resistive
FAULT RELAY Active in Fault condition, load 30 V DC/1A resistive
AUXILIARY INPUTS
CLASS CHANGE / EVACUATION Non-Latching - Voltage free contact
REMOTE RESET Non-Latching - Voltage free contact
REMOTE SILENCE Non-Latching - Voltage free contact
DIMENSIONS & OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS
SIZE 278 (W) x 430 (L) x 106 (H) mm
WEIGHT WITHOUT BATTERIES 1,6 Kgs
OPERATING TEMPERATURE -5 to +40ºC
MAX RELATIVE HUMIDITY 85% non condensing
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Global Fire Equipment S.A. hereby declare, for the effects of the
requirements laid down with EN 54-2 CLAUSE 12.1, that the control and
indicating equipment which is our conventional fire alarm panel named
Orion, has been desiged in accordance with a quality management system
which incorporates a set of rules for the design of all elements of the c.i..e. and
its components have been selected for the intended purpose, and are
expected to operate within their specification when the environmental
conditions outside its cabinet comply with class 3K5 of EN 60721-3-3:1995.
João Paulo da Cunha Galvão

General Director
Global Fire Equipment S.A.

Sítio dos Barrabés Armazém Nave Y, Caixa Postal 908-Z, 8150-016 São Brás de Alportel, PORTUGAL
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, Global Fire Equipment S.A. hereby declare, for the effects of the
requirements laid down with EN 54-4 CLAUSE 6.1, that the power supply
equipment included in our conventional fire alarm panel named Orion, has
been desiged in accordance with a quality management system which
incorporates a set of rules for the design of all elements of the p.s.e. and that
its components have been selected for the intended purpose, and expected
to operate within their specification when the environmental conditions
outside the cabinet comply with class 3K5 of EN 60721-3-3:1995.
João Paulo da Cunha Galvão

General Director
Global Fire Equipment S.A.

Sítio dos Barrabés Armazém Nave Y, Caixa Postal 908-Z, 8150-016 São Brás de Alportel, PORTUGAL
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2, 4, 8 Zone Fire Alarm Control Panel: Orion

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ORION - 2, 4, 8 ZONE FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL

EN 54-2 Clause 7.11 Controls Delays for activation of outputs

EN 54-2 Clause 8.3 Fault signals from points

Important Safety Notes

Mounting the Panel

INSIDE VIEW VIEW FROM SIDE VIEW FROM REAR

VIEW FROM TOP

Detection Zone Wiring

MANUAL SMOKE MANUAL SMOKE

Sounder Circuit Wiring

Typical sounder circuit wiring diagram:

POLARIZED POLARIZED POLARIZED

SOUNDER END OF LINE

Auxiliary Input Wiring

Relay Contact Fire Provide Fire signal to external devices.

Relay Contact Fault Provide Fault signal to external devices.

Optional additional Outputs

Connecting the Panel

The default settings for the ORION are as follows:

- All zones Latching

2º Connect detector and sounder lines or terminate with EOL.

3º Remove the mains fuse.

4º Connect mains supply according to local mains voltage

6º Insert mains fuse

7º Connect batteries - observe correct polarity

1º If all is normal only the Green “supply” LED should be illuminated.

2º If any Faults are indicated they should be corrected before proceeding

4º Test each key for correct functioning

Testing Field Equipment

Testing Smoke Detectors

1º Set zones to Test mode

Testing Heat Detectors

1º Set zones to Test mode

Testing Manual Call Points

1º Set zones to Test mode

Pressing RESET button will EXIT TEST mode

Testing Sounder Circuits

Testing Relay Outputs

Operating & Programming The Panel

There are three levels of Access on the ORION.

Level 1: General user controls

1º Override any active delays (Operate Day/ Night function)

Level 2: Authorised user controls (User 2244)

This higher level allows the user to:

- Silence and resound the sounders

See pages 15 and 16 for operating instructions.

Is accessed from Level 1 and allows:

One man Test:

To end TEST mode press LAMP TEST button.

Zone 1- 1 Minute Zone 2 - 2 Minutes Zone 3 - 3 Minutes Zone 4 - 4 Minutes

To end the programming of the delay time press DELAYS ACTIVE.

The Panel Buttons

STATUS ZONES CONTROLS

FIRE FIRE BUZZER

FAULT LED used to indicate any FAULT condition present on panel.

These four keys can have more than one function.

RESET ( 2 ) Press this button to reset the panel at access level 2 or 3.

These buttons are only active at access levels 2 or 3.