GE EST iO500 User Manual

Chapter 3: Programming
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Annunciator programming
Each annunciator on the annunciator loop must be programmed for
type, number of expanders, label, and event notification. Up to eight
annunciators can be connected on the loop and each must be
programmed separately.
Annunciator programming options
Type Set annunciator type to:
Off: No annunciator is connected. Note: If type is set to Off, Number expanders, Label, and
Reporting configuration are not available.
LCD-C: The annunciator has a display and common controls
LCD: The annunciator has a display only (no common controls)
LED: The annunciator has LEDs and common controls (no display)
Graphic: Graphics controller interface for the Envoy graphics board
Expanders Set expanders to None, 1, or 2. This is the number of LED expander modules you are using with
the annunciator.
Label Enter a text label for the annunciator (up to 40 characters and two lines). When finished, choose
Save.
Event notification Set the trouble event information by setting the notification information. When finished, choose
Save. See "Factory default settings" for annunciator event notification default settings.
Printer: Yes or No - Specifies if event information is printed
Coder: 4-digit coded output, which is played in response to alarm conditions (00-00-00-00 to
99-99-99-99)
Dialer:
Acct 1 & 2: Event information is sent to both dialer accounts
Acct 1: Event information is sent to dialer account one
Acct 2: Event information is sent to dialer account two
None: Event information is not sent to the dialer
NET: Yes or No. Specifies if event information is sent to the connected network
CID: Contact ID event code (000 to 999)
Panel Configuration
Panel NAC
Ann. Class A<>
Annunciator
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Annunciator
Annunciator 01
Annunciator 02
Annunciator 03
To program an annunciator:
1. Access the panel configuration options menu. See "Panel
configuration options."
2. Choose Annunciator.
3. Choose the annunciator you want to program.
4. Program each annunciator in your system using the
"Annunciator programming options" table above.
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GE EST iO500 Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	EST iO500
Category	Control Panel
Language	English

Summary

Important Information

Getting Started with Panel Setup

Installation Checklist

Provides a step-by-step checklist for preparing, installing, wiring, and programming the control panel.

Chapter 1 System Operation

Operation Overview

Covers front panel display, panel operations, device, NAC, and zone control.

System LEDs

Explains the function of each LED indicator on the panel for system events and operation.

Control Buttons Description

Describes the function of each button on the panel for performing operations and navigating the LCD.

Resetting the Panel

Explains the procedure and implications of performing a system reset on the control panel.

Silencing Buzzers

Details how to silence panel and annunciator buzzers during alarm, trouble, or supervisory events.

Silencing Notification Appliances

Explains how to use the Signal Silence button to turn off audible and visible notification appliances.

Activating and Restoring Devices

Details how to manually activate or restore the output of a device for testing purposes.

Activating and Restoring NACs

Explains the procedure for manually activating or restoring a Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC).

Disabling and Enabling Devices

Guides users on how to disable or enable individual devices on the panel.

Disabling and Enabling Zones

Describes the process for disabling or enabling entire zones on the system.

Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring

AC Power Wiring

Battery Wiring (TB8)

Notification Appliance Circuit Wiring (TB2)

Explains circuit specifications and wiring for notification appliance circuits (NACs) on TB2.

Device Loop Wiring

Details circuit specifications and wiring diagrams for device loops, including Class B and Class A configurations.

Alarm, Trouble, and Supervisory Relay Wiring (TB3)

Remote Annunciator Wiring (TB4)

Auxiliary/Smoke Power Output Wiring (TB3)

SA-DACT Wiring

Explains the function and wiring for the optional SA-DACT for central station communication.

SA-232 Wiring

SA-ETH Wiring

Chapter 3 Programming

UL 864 Programming Requirements

Lists programming features and options that must be limited or not used to comply with UL 864 Standard.

Getting Started with Programming

Introduces programming methods using the panel's LCD or a PC configuration utility.

Using Programming Control Buttons

Default Passwords

Factory Default Settings

Details the default settings for panel operation and other panel options.

Panel Configuration Options

Outlines configurable options for NACs, annunciators, CMS devices, IP, subnet mask, and gateway.

Loop Configuration Options

Covers loop class, zone, device, mapping, and correlation group settings.

Correlation Groups Programming

Explains how to link input devices to output devices using correlation groups.

Device Programming

Details how to program device operating parameters like type, label, and event notification.

Mapping Programming

Zone Programming

Details how to program operating parameters for zones, including type, label, and event notification.

NAC Programming

Guides on programming NAC circuits with type, label, correlation groups, and event notification.

Annunciator Programming

CMS Device Programming

Covers programming for CMS devices like dialer and network for event transmission.

Dialer Programming

Explains the various programming options for the dialer, including type, accounts, and event notification.

Network (Receiver) Programming

Details programming for the CMS network connection via TCP/IP Ethernet.

Printer Programming

Guides on programming the printer type and event notification settings for printer trouble events.

Network Card Programming

Explains how to configure IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for the Ethernet network card.

Lock Remote Read Programming

Panel Operation Programming

Covers options controlling panel operation, such as language, marketplace, and delays.

Panel Events Programming

Details event notification settings for panel events like reset, startup, and battery low.

Loop Events Programming

Explains event notification settings for loop events like faults, mapping, and initialization.

Incremental Programming the Panel

Adding a Device to a Programmed System

Removing a Device from a Programmed System

Chapter 4 Reports

History Report

Extracts system and user events, including time, type, state, and device address.

Walk Test Report

Device Maintenance Report

System Status Report

System Configuration Report

Displays the current system configuration, including panel, device, loop, zone, and dialer info.

Internal Status Report

Device Details Report

Diagnostics Reports

Offers reports on device communication performance, including Comm Retries and Response Quality.

Chapter 5 Diagnostics, Maintenance, and Testing

Fast Ground Check

Recalibrate Device

Flash Device LED

Loop Comm Check

Used to identify loop devices not communicating and troubleshoot communication faults.

Control Panel Testing

Outlines procedures and required tools for comprehensive control panel testing.

Testing a Device (Test Fire)

Details how to conduct a test fire on detectors or input modules to verify operation.

Using the Walk Test Command

Explains how to perform walk tests on zones or devices in silent or audible modes.

Using HyperTerminal

Appendix B Worksheets

Battery Calculation Worksheet

Notification Appliance Circuit Calculations Worksheet

Offers methods (worksheet and equation) to calculate maximum NAC cable length.

Notification Appliance Voltage Drop Calculation Worksheet

Device Loop Maximum Wire Length Worksheet

Device Settings Worksheet

Appendix C Front Panel Menu Flowcharts

Reports Menu Flowchart

Test Menu Flowchart

Control Menu Flowchart

Program Menu Flowchart

Depicts the menu flow for accessing programming options, including password and default settings.

Advanced: Loop Configuration Menu Flowchart

Advanced: Device Configuration Menu Flowchart

Advanced: Panel Configuration Menu Flowchart

Depicts the menu flow for configuring panel settings, including NACs, annunciators, and CMS devices.

Advanced: Panel Configuration - CMS Device Menu Flowchart

Advanced: Panel Operation Menu Flowchart

Auto Program Menu Flowchart

Incremental Programming Menu Flowchart

Diagnostics Menu Flowchart

Depicts the menu structure for accessing diagnostic tests and reports.

Appendix E Device Types to Personality Codes Correlation

Device Types to Personality Codes Correlation

Correlates different device types with their respective personality codes for Signature Series devices.