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General Warning
This product must only be installed, configured and used strictly in accordance with the General Terms and Conditions, User Manual and
product documents available from Xtralis. All proper health and safety precautions must be taken during the installation, commissioning
and maintenance of the product. The system should not be connected to a power source until all the components have been installed.
Proper safety precautions must be taken during tests and maintenance of the products when these are still connected to the power source.
Failure to do so or tampering with the electronics inside the products can result in an electric shock causing injury or death and may cause
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equipment and/or failure to take proper precautions. Only persons trained through an Xtralis accredited training course can install, test and
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Document Conventions
The following typographic conventions are used in this document.
Convention Description
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EN54-20
The product must use a power supply conforming to EN 54-4.
The product is compliant with EN 54-20 sensitivity requirements provided the following conditions are met:
• For a Class A detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 3.9% obscuration/m and transport time less than 75 seconds
• For a Class B detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 11% obscuration/m and transport time less than 90 seconds
• For a Class C detector, hole sensitivity must be better than 50% obscuration/m and transport time less than 90 seconds
These limits should be verified using ASPIRE2 during the design of the sampling pipe network.
The product is compliant with EN 54-20 flow monitoring requirements provided the following conditions are met:
• The minor low and minor high flow thresholds should be set at 85% and 115% respectively
The flow through the detector predicted by ASPIRE2 should be in the range 20 to 115 lpm
Additional information:
• Class A detectors passed EN 54-20 approvals testing with 40 holes and 0.08% obscuration/m detector sensitivity
• Class B detectors passed EN 54-20 approvals testing with 40 holes and 0.23% obscuration/m detector sensitivity
• Class C detectors passed EN 54-20 approvals testing with 60 holes and 0.65% obscuration/m detector sensitivity
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Approvals
• UL
• ULC
• FM
• LPCB
• VdS
• CFE
• ActivFire
• AFNOR
• VNIIPO
• CE - EMC and CPD
• EN 54-20
Regional approvals listings and regulatory compliance vary between Xtralis VESDA product models. Refer to www.xtralis.com for the latest
product approvals matrix.
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Contents
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1 Scope
This manual is written to provide you with comprehensive knowledge of the detector.
This manual introduces you to the Xtralis VESDA VLS features, technical specifications and
gives an understanding of its components and their function. You will also find instructions on
installing, cabling and powering up the detector.
This manual is for anyone involved with the design, maintenance and purchasing of an Xtralis
VESDA system. It is assumed that anyone using this manual has knowledge and the appropriate
certification from the local fire and electrical authorities.
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Any smoke detected in the laser detection chamber is signaled to the main processor card. If the
presence of detected smoke is higher than the set thresholds it will be reported as an alert,
action, fire 1 or fire 2 Alarm depending upon the set alarm thresholds. The second stage filtration
further filters the air to make it ultra clean air. The ultra clean air is used to protect the optical
surfaces in the laser detector chamber.
E
D
C
F
Legend
A Air inlets from pipe networks
E -is filtered a second time, then used to flush the chamber with ultra clean air
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Scanning
During normal operation the scanner valves remain open and the VLS draws air from all the
pipes. When smoke is detected at a higher level than the scan threshold, for a period exceeding
the configured scan delay (0 to 10 seconds), the detector performs a fast scan. During the fast
scan operation the VLS samples air from each sector (pipe) separately by controlling the scanner
valves in the inlet manifold. The fast scan sequence for each pipe is approximately 4 seconds.
The sector reporting the highest level of smoke above the alert threshold is designated as the
first alarm sector. The display modules assigned to the detector reports this by illuminating the
first alarm and alert LEDs, and displaying the corresponding pipe number on the numeric screen.
Having identified the first alarm sector, the VLS performs a slow scan using intelligent
sequencing. The sector with the highest level of smoke (the first alarm sector) is scanned first.
Each of the other sectors is scanned one at a time. Intelligent sequencing scans the first alarm
sector in every alternate scan (e.g. if all the pipes are in use and pipe 1 corresponds to the first
alarm sector then intelligent sequencing will scan Pipe 1,2,1,3,1,4,1,2......). The time spent
sampling air in each sector depends upon the configured sector time.
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Sector Factor
By setting appropriate sector factors it is possible to set different alarm thresholds for each of the
four sectors. The detector uses the sector factor to automatically calculate the alarm thresholds
appropriate for each sector based on the configured alarm thresholds. These are multiplied by
the sector factor to set the sector alarm thresholds.
Guidelines for setting sector factors:
• Sector factors range between 0.5 and 2.0
• Where more sensitive protection is desired for a sector (for example a critical server room
where there are relatively more sampling holes and restricted access), set the sector factor
at less than 1.0
• Where less sensitive protection is desired for a sector (for example where there is a risk that
a particular local process will generate nuisance alarms), set the sector factor at greater
than 1.0
• As a general rule, the difference between all pipes should not be greater than 1
Sector factors are generally optimized after a detector has been operational for a period and
sufficient historical data has been gathered in the event log to assist the decision. However, if it is
required to pre-determine the appropriate setting for sector factor the following methodology can
be used:
• Use ASPIRE2 Pipe Modelling Software to model the intended pipe layout
• Determine the appropriate fire sensitivity required for each sector to achieve the desired
hole sensitivity in each sector
• Select an appropriate median setting for the Fire 1 threshold to be configured in the detector
and calculate the appropriate sector factor which, when multiplied by the configured Fire 1
threshold, will give the desired fire sensitivity for each pipe
• Record the desired Fire1 threshold setting and sector factor setting for configuration into the
detector at commissioning.
VLS Configurations:
One or more devices can be integrated with the VLS detector. These are normally configured at
the factory prior to shipping, but can also be installed at a later time. The standard VLS comes
with 7 relays or in an optional 12 relay version. The modules that can be integrated are:
• Display Module
• LCD Programmer Module
• Fire and OK LEDs (FOK) Module
Legend
A Blank Plate
B LCD Programmer
A B C
Figure 2 - VLS-214 with 7 relays, blank plate, LCD Programmer and Display Module
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Display Module
The VLS Display Module is mounted either on the detector front cover or at a remote location in
a remote mounting box or a 19” subrack. It provides a visual representation of the smoke levels
and the four alarm stages for the assigned detector. An array of fault LEDs light up in different
configurations to report Urgent, Minor, Zone and System faults. Up to 20 Display Modules can be
assigned to one detector, however the Display Module can be configured to report the status of
only one detector at a time.
B C
A D
Legend
A Threshold Indicators
B Bar graph
C Numerical Display
E Fault LEDs
The OK LED stays lit during normal operation indicating the unit is functioning
OK LED normally. When this LED is off a warning beep sounds, indicating a Fault
condition is active.
This LED is lit when the detector is Isolated and relays are de-activated
Isolate LED disabling alarm outputs of the detector. The display can be programmed to
beep every 60 seconds.
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Threshold The illuminated LEDs represent visual settings for ALERT, ACTION, and FIRE
Indicators 1 alarm levels. The FIRE 1 indicator is always at the top.
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Sensitivity: Shows the level of smoke that must be measured to illuminate the
entire bar graph and always corresponds with the Fire 1 alarm level.
Smoke Level: Indicates the current level of smoke in the relevant VESDA Zone
and is represented as % obs/m or % obs/ft.
Zone Number: This is the VESDA Zone number assigned to the Display
Numerical
Module.
Display
First Alarm Sector: This is the pipe with the highest level of smoke and is
represented with a “P” followed by the pipe number.
Note: The Mode button is used to select the parameter to display in the
numeric display. These values represent the current readings for the
corresponding parameters mentioned alongside the lit LED.
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B B
C
A
A
Legend
A FAS indicator
B Numeric display
Figure 4 - The Display Module when the VLS is in a scan mode and
immediately after the scan mode has been completed
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Legend
A Display
B Keys
VLS Components
B C E
D
A
F
G
Legend
A Front Cover E Pipe Inlet Manifold
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VLS Dimensions
Mounting Bracket
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Default Settings
Range Access
Parameter Default Value
Minimum Maximum Level
Communications: NA NA
Open-ended loop None Adm
Preferred Port A Dst
Network Delay 15 seconds 10 seconds 45 seconds Dst
Health Check 45 seconds 40 seconds 60 seconds Dst
Filter Service Interval 731 days (2 years) 1 Day 3655 days (10 Adm
years) Clean
Room
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Range Access
Parameter Default Value
Minimum Maximum Level
Reference detector:
Reference Zone No. 255 Selectable Selectable Adm
Dilution 100% 1% 100% Adm
Delay 2 minutes 0 minutes 15 minutes Adm
Relays
The relays on the Head Termination card interface to Fire Alarm Control Panels communicating
faults, alarms and isolate states. The relays can be programmed using PC based software or the
LCD Programmer and can be assigned multiple assignments. See the LCD Programmer Manual
for details. Relays 3 and 6 are permanently set for Urgent Fault and Fire 1 respectively and can
be programmed for additional functions. The table below illustrates default assignments for
relays and assignment of multiple functions. It is possible to assign the same function to more
than one relay.
Note: Assignments to relays 3 and 6 are fixed to Urgent Fault and Fire 1 respectively.
These relays may be assigned additional assignments.
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4 Alert Energizes when the Alert alarm is initiated in any sector. Latched
5 Action Energizes when the Action alarm is initiated in any sector. Latched
6 Fire 1 Energizes when the Fire 1 alarm is initiated in any sector. Latched
7 Fire 2 Energizes when the Fire 2 alarm is initiated in any sector. Latched
8 first alarm Energizes when the first alarm sector 1 has been identified Latched
sector 1
9 First alarm Energizes when the first alarm sector 2 has been identified Latched
Sector 2
10 First alarm Energizes when the first alarm sector 3 has been identified Latched
Sector 3
11 First alarm Energizes when the first alarm sector 4 has been identified Latched
Sector 4
12 Scan Energizes when the Scanner is scanning the inlet ports. Latched
Table 2 - Relay settings and conditions to change state for 7 and 12 relays
head termination card
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Relay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Isolate a
Minor Fault a
Urgent Fault a
Alert Sector 1 a
Alert Sector 2 a
Alert Sector 3 a
Alert Sector 4 a
Action Sector 1 a
Action Sector 2 a
Action Sector 3 a
Action Sector 4 a
Fire 1 Sector 1 a
Fire 1 Sector 2 a
Fire 1 Sector 3 a
Fire 1 Sector 4 a
Fire 2 Sector 1 a
Fire 2 Sector 2 a
Fire 2 Sector 3 a
Fire 2 Sector 4 a
Scanning a
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Note: The signal voltage into the GPI terminals must be between 5 to 30 VDC. The logic
input states are not defined for any voltages >2 to < 5 VDC at the GPI terminals.
Note: When the detector is isolated or de-isolated as a GPI function, the status cannot be
changed through the normal isolate/de-isolate functions of the Display Module or
the LCD Programmer. When using the Standby or Remote Isolate options it is
recommended that all displays on VESDAnet are configured to have the isolate
button disabled.
Note: When the night-time threshold is configured as a GPI function, it overrides the clock
settings for day-start and night-start.
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Caution: Press out the relevant knockouts taking care not to damage the relays and
terminals on the termination card.
Normal Inverted
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Figure 11 - Mounting the VLS detector in inverted orientation onto the mounting bracket
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1 a
2 a a
3 a a a
4 a a a a
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7 Wiring Connections
The Termination Card
The termination card acts as the interface for VESDAnet, power supply, relays and the General
Purpose Input (GPI). The VLS is available with a 7 or a 12 Relay termination card.
D
C E
Legend
A VESDAnet terminals
A B Power terminals
C Relay terminals (1 to 4)
B D Relays (1 to 7)
E Relay terminals (5 to 7)
F GPI terminal
G VESDAnet socket
F
G H FOK LED connectors
I Relays cable
H
J Termination cable
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C D E
Legend
A VESDAnet Terminals
B Power Terminals
A
C Relay Terminals (3,1,2,4,5,
and 7)
D Relays (1 to 12)
F GPI Terminal
G VESDAnet Socket
VESDAnet Terminals
VESDAnet is a bidirectional data communication network between connected Xtralis VESDA
devices. VESDAnet cables are terminated at the VESDAnet A and B Terminals on the
termination card. Communication wires from another Xtralis VESDA device are brought into the
detector at one terminal and looped out to another device on VESDAnet from the other terminal.
It is necessary to maintain the polarity throughout the network. It is recommended that RS 485
(Belden 9841 - 120 Ohm) twisted pair cables, or similar cables be used.
The VLS is shipped with the VESDAnet A and B terminals looped. If the detector is not to be
networked with other devices, then do not disturb this loop. Remove this loop to connect the
detector to the VESDAnet.
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Figure 18 - An example of the wire connection for VESDAnet (closed loop for
illustrative purposes only)
GPI - - 0V
11
+ 24 VDC
GPI+
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To next detector
or EOL resistor
EOL (NC)
GPI Reset (C)
(Set to reset) (NO)
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8 Power Source
There are two sets of power terminals on the termination card. Use one of the power terminals on
the termination card to connect to a 24 VDC power supply and if necessary loop out to another
device via the second set. The detector has reverse polarity protection to minimize the risk of
reverse power connection to the detector.
Note: Regional differences in power supply may impact on power connection. Please
contact your Regional Xtralis technical support for more information.
Note: Operating the detector when DC supply voltage is outside the voltage range of 18
VDC and 30 VDC may cause damage to the device.
Note: The VLS detector will not operate when the supply is reversed.
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To facilitate the calculation of the backup battery size a Battery Calculation Sheet is presented on
the next page.
Integral Display 60 80
Integral Programmer 20 80
(backlight off) (backlight on)
Hand-held 50 110
Programmer (VHH- (backlight off) (backlight on)
100)
Total Total
mA mA
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10 Starting Up
After installing the VLS detector it is necessary to power up the system:
The system takes approximately 15 seconds to power up
If the system fails to power up, check all power wires are secured to its terminals and the
polarities of the power wires are correctly terminated
On power up:
• The aspirator starts up and air is felt flowing out of the exhaust port
• If a programmer module is fitted, the word “VESDA” will be displayed
• If a Display Module is fitted, the following indicators are lit:
- Fire Alarm Threshold indicators
- Smoke Threshold indicators on bar graph
- Two digit numerical display
- Various fault indicators if there are any faults
- System OK indicator if there are no faults
If any of the above does not happen, contact your commissioning engineer or distributor to
troubleshoot.
Note: It is normal for the detector to display troubles immediately after power up. Reset
the detector by pressing the reset button on the front cover of the detector to unlatch
the relays and fault LEDs. The fault LEDs on the front cover will illuminate. Proceed
with the preliminary systems check.
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Installation Checklist
Site Name
Address
Name of Installer
Signature
Date
Perform the following checks listed below to ensure that all the necessary items are completed
before handing over to a commissioning engineer.
1. Were the detector and the mounting bracket intact in the box?
3. Is the sampling air pipe firmly connected to the air inlet port?
Ensure the pipe is NOT glued.
8. Has the plug at the exhaust port been removed and the exhaust
pipe (if fitted) not glued?
11.Is the air sampling pipework installed and checked as per the site
plans?
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Power Supply a
Filter Inspection a
Caution: While a VESDA Zone is isolated for maintenance, no fire warnings will be issued by
the detector and any fire will go undetected. Prior to any maintenance or testing:
Inform appropriate supervising authority about the risk associated with isolating a
VESDA Zone.
Check to see if the detector is also being used by third party.
Ensure that any ancillary devices dependent on the VLS detector are enabled by
the isolation before work is begun.
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Legend
A
A Cover plate screws
B Screw covers
Legend
C Termination cable
F Scanner cable
E
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Legend
G 2 Manifold retaining screws
G H 4 Retaining tabs
G
H
H
I
Legend
J
I 3 Pipe-inlet retaining screws
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Note: Do not attempt to force the connector into its socket. If there is any difficulty, reverse
the orientation of the connector before inserting again.
A B
D E
F
Legend
A Detector chamber
B Programmer module
C Display module
E Processor card
F Aspirator
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Spare Parts
On larger sites having multiple detectors it is advisable to stock certain critical spare parts. A list
of spare parts with quantities required is given below:
VSP-100 Blank Plate with FOK LEDs and Logo If applicable If applicable
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N Sensitivity ...........................................
10
Slow Scan ............................................. 6
Network fault.........................................
9 Smoke level ........................................ 10
S W
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