Xtralis Training

VISION SYSTEMS has a new name.
VESDA
Accreditation Course
Xtralis – VESDA
Edgar Nájera P.
Field Applications Engineer
Latin America & Caribbean
Tel in Mexico (+52 55) 5563-9067
Cel in USA (+1 781) 856-0075
E-Mail ENajera@xtralis.com
Website: www.xtralis.com
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Website Information
 www.xtralis.com
─ Registration required: all information available here
─ Other website being discontinued
 Previous websites (automatically forwarded to above)

 www.vesda.com
 www.visionusa.com/vesda
Course Outline
 Air Sampling Overview
 VESDA Product Overview
 Detector Specifications
 Detector Parts & Pieces
 ECO GAS Detector
 VFT-15 VESDA Fire Tracer
 VLI VESDA Laser Industrial
 OSID Open-area Smoke Imaging Detector
 Applications: Drivers for VESDA
 Site Assessment
 Pipe Network Design
 Codes & Standards for Air Sampling
 Installation
 VSC VESDA System Configuration
 TEST for Certification
Course Objectives
 Describe air-sampling techniques and benefits of an air

sampling detection system
 Learn the principles of air sampling to allow design,
installation, and maintenance of a VESDA system
 Gain VESDA certification

Air Sampling Overview
VESDA Detection Range
How Does VESDA Work?
A detection
system that
actively draws air
from a fire zone
to a centrally
mounted detector
How Does VESDA Work?
A detection
system that
actively draws air
from a fire zone
to a centrally
mounted detector
VESDA Sampling Detection principles
=
Active vs. Passive Detection
VESDA: Active Detection

 Non reliant on air currents for smoke delivery
 Functions effectively in wide range of environments

– from high airflow to still air
 Passive spot and beam type

detectors rely on thermal lift
to deliver smoke to detection
chamber.
Performance Comparison
Spot Ionization 1.0 - 1.5 % obs per foot

Spot Photo-electric 2.0 - 3.5 % obs per foot
Spot Laser 0.03 – 1.0 % obs per foot
Beam 0.2 - 2.0 % obs per foot
Heat / Linear Heat Detection – detects heat from flaming fire
VESDA Laser-Based Detection – 0.0015 – 6 % per foot
 One detector fits most Applications
 4 programmable levels of alarm
 Staged outputs
 Suppression / Pre-action Interface Friendly
Measurement by % Obscuration per Foot
~ 0.002%/ft ~2.0%/ft
Application Drivers
 Early warning
 Maintenance access
 Smoke is difficult to detect (high airflow, high ceiling)
 Challenging environment (temperature, dirty, RF)
 Installation and long term cost considerations
 Aesthetics
 Vandalism
Application Drivers - Early Warning
VESDA provides reliable detection

during the incipient stage of a fire
TIME to investigate
Maintain business continuity
Avoid smoke contamination
Avoid unnecessary suppression release

Detector
Specifications
VESDA - A history of VESDA ASD
MK2 (1982)
MK3 – E700 (1987)
MK4 E70-D (1992) LaserPLUS (1997)

Current VESDA Product Range
 LaserPLUS (VLP)
 LaserSCANNER (VLS)
 LaserCOMPACT (VLC)
 LaserFOCUS (VLF)
 Accessories
VESDA LaserFOCUS LOGIN: DST PW: 7244
 Cost effective early warning for small, critical environments

─ Local telecommunication exchanges
─ Small server rooms
─ Control rooms
─ Switch rooms
─ Correctional facilities
─ Utility control hubs
─ Cabinet protection
─ Object protection
 VLF-250: 2,500ft2
coverage area
 VLF-500: 5,000ft2
coverage area
 4 programmable alarm
thresholds (Alert, Action,
Fire 1, Fire 2)
 Modular interface cards
are available for extra
relays, Vnet, Ethernet,
and specific FACP
protocol
 0.008 % obs/ft – 6 %obs/ft

 VLF-250
─ Max 12 sample holes
─ Max 80’ sampling pipe
 VLF-500
─ Max 150' length
 3 relays (Action, Fire1, Fault)

 Segmented event log (up to 18,000 events)
 2 alarm threshold sets
 Absolute Smoke Detection

 Instant Fault Finder
 Ultrasonic Flow Sensing
 Separate Event Logging
 Event log up to 18 000 events
 Up to 5,000 sq.ft area coverage
 “Out of Box” design
 Continued market leading technology

─ 2 stage filter
─ Clean air bleed
─ Absolute smoke detection
Instant Recognition Display  Alarm threshold indicators
 Smoke dial / instant fault

finder
 Disable
 Power
 Fault
Ultrasonic Flow Sensing
 Measures time of flight to provide true volumetric flow measurement
(L/min)
 Not affected by temperature fluctuation or contamination
 RS232 connectivity
─ VSC software
 No pipe adaptors – accepts both metric and imperial pipe
 Out of box operation
─ Simplified setup and maintenance
─ Autolearn Smoke and Flow
─ Manual filter switch
─ Pre-engineered design
 VLF Demo
Pre-engineered Designs
 Allows
inexperienced users
to design with
confidence
─ All have been verified
at the factory and by
the approved by the
agencies
─ Product Manual
provided performance
results
VESDA Accessories
 Remote Modules
 Sub-racks
 High Level Interfacing
 PC Monitoring
VLF-500
VLF-500
VESDA LaserCOMPACT LOGIN: DST PW: 1451
 Cost effective early warning for small, critical environments

─ Local telecommunication exchanges
─ Small server rooms
─ Control rooms
─ Switch rooms
─ Duct Detector
─ Object protection
• Single Pipe inlet

• 2 models:
● VLC-505 VESDAnet Version
● VLC-500 Relays Only Version
• Simple Display and Remote Displays/Relays
• 3 programmable alarm thresholds (0.0015-6.0
%obs/ft)
• 3 Alarm Levels
• FIRE, Pre-Alarm, Alert/Fault
• 3 relays rated at 2 Amps @ 30 VDC

• Event Log up to 12000 events
• FIFO – Volatile
• Max Area Coverage – 8000 sq.ft.
 COMPACT Version 1
─ Max 50m/150ft sampling pipe
 COMPACT Version 2
─ Max 150' length
VESDA LaserPLUS LOGIN: DST PW: 1451
 Up to 20,000ft2 coverage area

 4 pipe inlets with individual flow
sensors
 4 programmable alarm thresholds
(0.0015-6.0 %obs/ft)
 Modular design
 7 programmable relays
 18,000 events in event log
 100 maximum sample holes per
UL
VESDA LaserSCANNER LOGIN: DST PW: 1451
 In addition to VLP…
─ Individual pipe annunciation
─ Available with 7 or 12 onboard relays
VESDA LaserSCANNER LOGIN: DST PW: 1451
 Cost effective early warning for Larger, critical environments

─ Telecommunication Facilities
─ Gold Mines
─ Motor Control rooms
─ Switch rooms
─ Ware house
─ Nuclear Power Plant object protection

ASD Installation On A P&H 4100
Electric Rope Shovel
Electronics Room
Working Shovel
Detector Parts
& Pieces
VESDA Detector Summary
LaserFOCUS
- 2500 sq. ft.
- 5000 sq. ft.
LaserCOMPACT
- 8000 sq. ft.
- VESDAnet Version
- Relay Only Version
LaserPLUS
- 20,000 sq. ft.
- 4 pipe inlet
LaserSCANNER
- 20,000 sq. ft.
- 4 pipe inlet
- 4 Zone
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Main parts of the detector
Inlet
Manifold
connects
to pipes
LaserScanner
 Consists of a LaserPLUS with these additional features:

─ Continuously samples from all pipes
─ When smoke is detected initiates scan sequence
─ Identifies the first pipe to go into alarm
─ Continues scanning to monitor
spread of fire
─ Adaptive Scan Threshold
The Detection Chamber
 Absolute smoke measurement

─ Optical light-scattering detection
principle
─ High stability fixed calibration
─ No scheduled re-calibration
─ Clean Air Barrier for Optics
Laser Chamber
Manifold
Clean
10
Air
0.1
0.01
Flow monitoring
• Flow sensor in each inlet port (for VLP/VLS/VLC)
• Major and minor thresholds are configurable
• Sensors are platinum film thermistors
• For maximum performance - No bends within 19 inches of
the detector.
• VLF uses ultrasonic flow sensing.
• Importance of Normalizing
LaserPLUS /SCANNER Aspirator
─ Motor incorporates integrated Hall Effect tachometer

─ Microprocessor controlled feedback sensing allowing
speed regulation
─ Brushless 24VDC
─ Lower power consumption
─ Lower noise emission
(new impeller intro early 1999)
Filter Technology
─ Disposable Filter (No Cleaning required)
─ Cartridge 2 stage foam filter
●1st stage foam removes dust & dirt from smoke sample
●2nd stage ultra fine filtration for clean air supply to maintain clean air barrier in
Laser Chamber
─ Recommended to replace every 2 years
2 Stage Filter
Filter Technology
High efficiency
Dust
filter
Filter
(0.3 microns)
Air inlet
To clean Sample to
air manifold laser
chamber
LaserPLUS Main Components
─ Mounting box
● head termination card
─ Chassis
● Detector, Head processor card, Filter,
Aspirator, Manifold
● flow sensors
─ Cover
● Blank, Display,
● & Programmer
Display Module
LCD Programmer
Product Guide – Part Numbering
VLP-002
VLP-012
VLP-400
Remote Modules
Any of the VESDAnet modules can be

located remotely
─ displays to provide status information
─ programmers to allow centralized
programming of a whole VESDAnet system
─ VESDAnet sockets to allow convenient
VESDA HLI and PC access to a VESDA
system
19” Sub- Racks
─ Ideal for placing VESDA modules

in standard control equipment
─ Fully configurable integrating all
VESDAnet product module types
─ Products to meet customer needs
VESDA-E
A product from 25 Years of experience and

knowledge in Industrial applications -
 Built on proven past VESDA technology.
 Based on historically tried and tested

performance.
 Incorporating ‘new’ innovative technology.
 Delivering best-in-class ASD performance.
 Robust construction and resistance to

contamination.
VESDA-E
Offering VESDA:
 Smoke + Higher benchmark in detection
performance, reliability, longevity and efficiency of
operation.
 Flex Future expandability and programmability for
maximum flexibility through Stax modules and Xapps.
 Analytics Unique particle characterisation
capability enables targeted detection and response.
 Verify VESDA-E addressability and SmokeTrace
drastically reduces verification time and delivers more
effective response without nuisance alarms.
 Connect Flexible networking and programming
capabilities reduce installation, commissioning,
monitoring and maintenance costs.
 TCO Refined design reduces the Total Cost of
Ownership through Capex value, Opex savings,
Plug’n’Play installation, design-less pipe networks,
vast monitoring options and backwards compatibility.
VEU Close Up….
 Understanding VEU...
- Product architecture
- Product features
VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
Detection Performance
• Vastly better sensitivity
• Faster response time
Detection Reliability
• Operating Temperature Stability
• Minimizing Nuisance Alarms
Consistent Performance Over Time
• Long term exposure to smoke
• Long term exposure to dust
Efficiency of Operation
• Power Consumption
VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
New Patented Flair Detection Chamber

Technology allows for:
 Light Scattering is still the basic detection
principle utilized.
 Ultra-high sensitivity for greater coverage in

high airflow environments
 Detection of very small particles for earlier

detection in a range of applications
 Faster response time to different types of

smoke
VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
Detection Performance Air Sampling
 Dynamic Range: 0.00006% to 6.25% obs/ft Image Processing

(0.0002 to 20%obs/m)
 Sensitivity Range: 0.0003 to 6.25% obs/ft

(0.001 to 20.0% obs/m) Optics
Fire 1 Threshold 15X more

sensitive than VLP
Interpretation of Light
VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
Air Sampling
 Threshold setting range:

─ Alert: 0.0003%-0.625% obs/ft
(0.001 to 2.0% obs/m)
Image Processing
─ Action: 0.0003%-0.625% obs/ft
(0.001 to 2.0% obs/m)
─ Fire1: 0.0003%-0.625% obs/ft
(0.001 to 2.0% obs/m) Optics
─ Fire2: 0.0003%-6.25% obs/ft*
(0.001 to 20.0% obs/m)
*Limited to 4% obs/ft for UL Interpretation of Light

VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
Detection Reliability
New Patented Flair Detection Chamber

Technology
 Inherent Absolute calibration = calibration for
life
 Particle classification to reject nuisance alarms

and enable targeted response
 Operating temperature stability
 Contamination resistance for lower TCO in

wider range of applications
VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
Consistent Performance Over Time Air Sampling
 VESDA-E detector life is twice as long as VLP

product line.
Image Processing
 VESDA-E resists long term smoke contamination

better than competition .
Optics
 VESDA-E resists dust contamination

better than competition
VESDA-E Features
VESDA Smoke+
Efficiency of Operation Air Sampling
 VLP provided at least 5% less power consumption

than the competition.
Image Processing
 VESDA-E power consumption is 4% less than VLP.
 VESDA-E provides at least 9% less power
consumption than the competition.
Optics
VEU System Components
Outside View
Enclosure Highlights
 Brushed Aluminum finish

 3 display options; Standard LED, 3.5” or 7” Color
Touch Screen
 Metal IP40 Enclosure
 Optional Steel Support Bracket for ease of
mounting
 Hinged Door for easily accessible wiring
terminations
 Inlet Manifold accepts both Metric and Imperial
sized Sample Pipe
Inside View
Easy cable terminal

access Flow faults
configurable per port
Detection chamber with

advanced imaging technology
Ultrasonic flow
sensors
Filter
New Aspirator Design
Invertible fascia
Sampling Module
High sensitivity smoke Inside View
detection chamber
assembly including New High
short wavelength laser efficiency, aspirator
with clean air barrier for prolonged
and chamber flow detector operation
detection (field (field replaceable)
replaceable)
Inherent absolute
calibration
Long Life, easy to

replace filter (field
replaceable)
Quiet operation
Inlet Manifold
• Ultrasonic Flow Sensors per

Pipe for precise flow
monitoring
• Four Programmable Flow

Fault settings: Major High,
Minor High, Major Low, and
Minor Low
• Flow Faults can be set per

individual pipe.
Inlet Manifold
• Ultrasonic Flow Sensors per

Pipe for precise flow
monitoring
Pipe Installation
New Aspirator
• Brand new design
• More efficient
• Lower noise
• Lower power consumption
• More functionality
• 10 Speed Settings
Other Features
 Built-in analytics engine (future feature)

 LEDs, 3.5” or 7” (future product) display  Easy cable termination access
 Metric and imperial pipe entry ports
 Wifi, Ethernet, USB, Webserver  Two (2) General Purpose Inputs (GPI)
(future feature) & VESDAnet
 Referencing
communications
 AutoLearn™ Smoke and Flow
 Event log (20,000 events)  Air-path monitoring
 Direct connection via USB  Seven (7) Programmable relays
 Xtralis VSC, VSM and ASPIRE-E
software support
 Easy mounting with optional steel
support bracket
Other Features
 Up to 2,000 sq m (20,000 sq ft)  Dimensions (WHD): 350 mm x 225 mm

coverage x 132 mm (13.8in x 8.9in x 5.2in)
 4 inlet pipes  Weight: 4.25 kg (9 lbs 4 oz)
 Maximum 100 m (328 ft) per pipe  Operating conditions: Ambient: 0°C to
 Straight pipes (no branches) total 39°C (32°F to 102°F)
aggregate pipe length of 400 m (1312  Sampled Air: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to
ft) 140°F)
 Branched network, total 800 m (2624 ft)  Humidity: 10% to 95% RH, non-
aggregate pipe length condensing
 80 samples holes max per pipe network
Inside View (field replaceable components)
A Fascia
B Filter
C Chamber Assembly
D Aspirator
E Sample Module
F Base
Mounting
 Minimum 50mm (2
inches) below ceiling
level
 Minimum clearance
of 20mm (1”) is
required between the
detector and a wall or
an obstruction for
both sides of the
detector.
Mounting
To ease the direct

mounting
installation
process the
supplied
mounting
template should
be used
Direct mounting through base

Mounting with Optional Bracket
Mounting Bracket (Optional)

Inverting Detector
1) Remove two screws 2) Detach door from fascia 3) Separate door
4) Reposition door on the other 5) Reattach door to fascia 6) Inverted detector

side of fascia
LED Only Front Panel Display
Reset / Disable Button

 To reset the detector, press this button once.
 To disable the unit, press and hold the button for approximately 4 seconds, until
the Disabled LED illuminates.
 To re-enable the unit, press and hold the button for approximately 4 seconds, until
the Disabled LED deactivates.
3.5 “ Display Front Panel
Reset / Disable Button

 To reset the detector, press this button once.
 To disable the unit, press and hold the button for approximately 4 seconds, until
the Disabled LED illuminates.
 To re-enable the unit, press and hold the button for approximately 4 seconds, until
the Disabled LED deactivates.
Detector Type
Detector Fault
Zone Number
Aspirator Fault
Zone Name
Smoke Level Air Flow Fault
Filter Fault Power Fault
VESDAnet Fault
Smoke Chamber Fault
Detector OK
StaX Module Fault
Previous Screen Next Screen
Main Screen
Pipes in Use Pipes in Use
Percentage of Flow Percentage of Flow
Air Flow Screen

Percentage of
Filter Used
Autolearn Flow in
Autolearn Progress
Smoke in
Progress Flow Normalizing
Status Screen
Wiring
Field Wiring Terminals

Power Wiring
Connect 24 VDC power supply to the PWR IN socket and if required loop out to another
detector via the PWR OUT socket.
Power Terminals
Alarm and Fault Relay Wiring
Relay Terminals
Alarm and Fault Relay Wiring
 Fault Relay is energized during normal operation
 Fire Relay is de-energized when in normal operation

Communication Ports
Communication Ports
Communication Ports
WIFI
TCP/IP
USB
VSC/VSM
VESDANET Wiring
VESDAnet Wiring Terminals

GPI
General Purpose Input (GPI)

The General Purpose Input GPI is a programmable input which
can be configured to initiate a number of different
actions including: a Remote Reset function (default), Mains OK
(used to monitor a power supply), Standby Mode, Disable
(Isolate), Use Night Thresholds, Reset and Disable, and
Inverted Reset. The GPI can be set up as a monitored or
unmonitored input. The monitored GPI works on a contact
closure. The unmonitored GPI works on a voltage change.
GPI
Unmonitored General Purpose Input (GPI)
The Unmonitored GPI is a programmable input which

operates on a voltage change. A voltage input of
between 5V and 30V signals GPI ON. Less than 2V
signals GPI OFF.
 When the detector is disabled or set to standby via

the GPI, the status cannot be changed through the
normal enable / disable function on the front panel.
 When the night-time thresholds are invoked via the
GPI, the clock settings for day-start and night-start are
overridden.
 The input is isolated from the system by an opto-
coupler device.
GPI
Monitored General Purpose Input (GPI)
The Monitored GPI senses contact closure and is

configurable to initiate the same actions as the unmonitored
GPI. “Reset” is the default setting.
 A closed contact signals GPI ON and open contact signals

GPI OFF.
 A 10K end of line resistor is used to allow the detector to

monitor for open circuit faults in the wiring from the
detector to the contact.
Access Levels
General Guidelines
 To ensure a satisfactory airflow through the air

sampling network and the Detector, the aspirator
should exhaust to an equal or lower atmospheric
pressure than that of the protected area.
 A single VESDA-E Detector can cover a maximum of

21,500 sq. ft. (2,000 sq. m) in a single fire zone. High
risk environments may require coverage of a smaller
area.
 The combined length of pipe runs from a single

VESDA-E Detector should not exceed 800 m (2624
ft).
General Guidelines
 Individual pipe lengths should not exceed 100 m

(328ft).
 This simplifies the process of balancing air flows

within the air sampling system.
 However, using a standard endcap hole size for all

pipes will accommodate a wide range of pipe lengths
on one Detector.
 Substantial differences in branch pipe length may

require varying the size of the sample hole sizes and
endcaps vent to achieve a suitable balance.
General Guidelines
 ¾ Inch (21 mm) ID plastic pipe is preferred pipe but
other types of pipe are acceptable.
 Metallic pipe can be used where extra strength is

required, or when mandated by code, or where
prolonged exposure to heat and/or cold and/or PVC
solvent fumes are likely to be encountered.
 All Pipe joints should be airtight and permanently

fixed by using a suitable solvent cement or other
appropriate means.
 Pipe connections to the inlet manifold in the Detector

should be airtight, they must not be glued to the inlet
manifold as this makes system maintenance difficult.
Sample Holes
Sample Hole Guidelines
 Sample Hole Sizes should be determined by inputting all

sample pipe parameters into the ASPIRE-E Modeling
Software.
 Sample Hole sizes can range from 2 mm (5/64”) to 6 mm

(1/4”). Typical Sample Hole size is 3 mm (1/8”).
 Maximum area coverage of a single Sample Hole is 100 sq

M (900 sq ft).
 Maximum space between sampling holes is 10.2 m (30 ft).

 Sample Holes should be no more than 5.1 m(15 ft) from
walls.
Maintenance
Important pre-maintenance preparations
All maintenance procedures require the Xtralis VESDA-E system to be

disabled during maintenance and testing. Failure to disable the
system, may lead to unwanted alarms and initiation of fire response
systems. When a VESDA-E system has to be Disabled, alarms will be
displayed but no relays will be tripped. Prior to disabling a VESDA-E
system for maintenance, you must do the following:
 1. Inform the appropriate supervising authority about the risk

associated with Disabling a VESDA -E Address.
 2. Ensure that any ancillary devices, dependent on the detector, are

appropriately disabled.
 3. Disable the detector from the fire alarm control panel or other
system.
Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance
Power Supply and Batteries
 The VESDA-E system power supply should be checked, at

least, every six months or as required by local codes and
standards. VESDA-E products are designed to operate
between 18 VDC and 30 VDC. The manufacturers
recommendations, as an absolute minimum, are as follows:
 Input voltage - from DC power supply to detector.

 Output voltage - from detector to other devices.
 Backup battery voltage - 24 VDC.
 Charging backup battery voltage - typically 27.6 VDC.
Maintenance
Replace Filter
The preferred method of filter replacement is

to
set the Detector to Standby
 Setting the VESDA-E to Standby mode
deactivates the aspirator and stops all signaling.
 Standby mode differs from Disable mode by
turning off the Aspirator.
 To set the detector to Standby mode using
Xtralis VSC, select Go to Standby from the
Device menu.
 The Disabled LED will blink and the aspirator will
turn off.
 To re-activate the unit, select End Standby from
the Device menu.
Maintenance
Replace Filter
An alternative method of filter replacement is

to leave the VESDA-E running.
 Simply remove the old filter.

 Replace the old filter with a new filter.
 The VESDA-E filter has an internal chip which
keeps a record of dust count and smoke hours.
 No need to reset the filter as was the case with
older VESDA devices.
Normalization Faults
Normalization Faults
Fault Codes:
F75 - Normalization failed
F77 - Normalization in progress
 Normalization failure can be caused by unit not getting enough air

through the inlet port. This may be due to a blockage or partial
blockage in the pipe / sample holes.
 Always ensure exhaust bung has been removed before

normalization.
 Also ensure pipe runs have been aspired and return a minimum of
15ltrs/min per pipe.
VESDA
Easily connect to a PC for configuration and
maintenance or USB flash drive for data collection
• USB port allows direct device connection for configuration

and maintenance
• Load configuration and extract events logs using a USB key
only
Sampling Pipe Network
Xtralis sells pre-labeled smooth bore pipe with

25mm (1”) OD and 21mm (.87”) IPS pipe for
speed of installation and quick acceptance by the
AHJ. The sampling pipe used must comply with
local codes and standards.
Pipe Gluing
Use one-step cement and sparingly apply it

to one surface only. Then, slide an
appropriate fitting on the pipe and give it a
slight twist to ensure a firm bond.
Sampling holes must be drilled at 90° to
the pipe using a sharp 4.5 millimeter or
11/64 inch drill bit.
Pipe Cleaning
Whenever you do any pipe cutting or

drilling, vacuum the pipe to make
sure that it is completely clean.
ECO GAS
Detector
VESDA ECO Gas Detector LOGIN: Admin PW: 0999
VESDA ECO Positioning LOGIN: Admin PW: 0999
 VESDA ECO adds gas detection capability to existing or new

installations of VESDA smoke detection systems.
 VESDA ECO can detect a range of flammable, toxic and

oxygen gas hazards.
 VESDA ECO can provide a greater area of coverage than

fixed point gas detection systems.
 VESDA ECO is for indoor non ‘Hazardous’ classified areas

only.
 VESDA ECO is not intended to be a stand alone gas

detection system.
A Cautionary Note LOGIN: Admin PW: 0999
 To ensure correct application of VESDA ECO, only fully

trained and accredited distributors / installers will be permitted
to sell VSDA ECO
 VESDA ECO is for use exclusively with compatible
Xtralis manufactured ASD.
 VESDA ECO has been third-party validated, ensuring Xtralis
ASD smoke performance is not compromised.
 VESDA ECO is not approved or warranted for use on other
(non Xtralis) ASD products.
 No other third party gas detector is approved for use with
Xtralis ASD and would void the Xtralis ASD warranty.
Features (Detectable Gases) LOGIN: Admin PW: 0999
 VESDA ECO detectors have a sensor cartridge containing 1 or 2 gas sensors.

 VESDA ECO uses industry proven electrochemical & catalytic sensors.
 Additional gases will be added to the range. All new requests welcomed.
Gas Formula Range Density : Air =
1
Carbon Monoxide CO 0-500 ppm 0.97
Nitrogen Dioxide NO2 0-10 ppm 2.62
Ammonia NH3 0-100 ppm 0.59
Oxygen O2 0-25% v/v ~1.0
Sulphur Dioxide SO2 0-10 ppm 2.26
Hydrogen Sulphide H2S 0-100 ppm 1.19
Hydrogen H2 0-2000 ppm 0.07
Hydrogen H2 0-100% LFL 0.07
Methane CH4 0-100% LFL 0.55
Propane C3H8 0-100% LFL 1.56
Features (User Interfaces) LOGIN: Admin PW: 0999 )
 High visibility status LEDS indicate alarms and faults

 Configuration via USB or RS485 interface using Xtralis VSC software
 Real-time monitoring via RS485 using Xtralis VSM software
LED Single gas cartridge Dual gas cartridge

Green Power (On) Power (On)
Serial comms (Flashing) Serial comms (Flashing)
Yellow Warning (Flashing) Warning (Flashing)
Fault (On) Fault (On)
Red 1 Gas sensor 1 Gas sensor 1
Low gas alarm (Flashing) Low gas alarm (Flashing)
High Alarm (On) High Alarm (On)
Red 2 Not used Gas sensor 2
Low gas alarm (Flashing)
High Alarm (On)
Features (Integration) LOGIN: Admin PW: 0999 Options)
 Stand alone operation

─ Using on board relays
 Integration to Fire alarm systems

─ Using on board relays
 Integration to 3rd party systems e.g. BMS / fire panel

─ Using on board relays or 4-20mA signals
─ Using Modbus RS 485 serial link.
 Integration to Xtralis VSM management software

─ Using Modbus
Output RS 485 serial link.
Specification Function
Relays 4x 30VDC 1A Fully configurable. Default: Fault, Low gas
alarm, 2x High gas alarm
Analogue 2x 4-20mA (1 per sensor) 2mA calibration, 3.5mA fault, 4mA zero
gas, 20mA full scale, 21mA over-range
Serial USB & RS 485 (Modbus) Configuration & real time monitoring.
System Compatibility
 VESDA ECO is compatible with all VESDA systems

─ Must use 25mm OD or ¾” BSP sample pipe work
 Limitations:
─ Dependant on the gas being detected and size of area being monitored
─ See generic application guidelines and contact VESDA Field Applications Engineer
VESDA System VESDA ECO

VLF single zone (<250m2 - 2,690sqft & <500m2 - 5,382sqft) YES*
VLC single zone (<800m2 - 8,611sqft) YES
VLP four zone (<2000m2 - 21,528 sq ft) YES
VLS four zone scanning (<2000m2 - 21,528 sq ft) YES
VFT 15 (15 dedicated sample points) Install on Exhaust (6mm,
¼” OD pipe)
VFT-15
VESDA Fire
Tracer
VFT – 15
 15 areas high sensitivity laser detection

 VFT-15
0.001% to 20% obs/m (0.0003 to 6.10 % obs/ft)
 15 x 50 m (15 x 164 ft) micro bore sampling pipe
 4 Alarms - Alert, Action, Fire 1, Fire 2
 TCP/IP Ethernet interface
 Powerful adjustable suction rotary vane vacuum pump
VFT-15 – 0,7 Bar with sensitive airflow monitor
 Sensitive air-pressure per pipe
 RS232 and RS485 MODBUS selectable
 Modular relay output units
 Optional analogue I/O and gas release modules
 With or without display
 6 Minimum tubes connect required
VLI
VESDA Laser
Industrial
VLI (VESDA Laser Industrial)
Solutions
Through Innovation
Purpose built solution significantly reduces additional
engineering in the field while prolonging detector life
Next Generation Solutions

Introducing yet another detection innovation from Xtralis the
VESDA VLI. Industrial strength smoke detection. A smoke
detector that works where you work…
25 years of experience in one box
Access Levels
User Level Access Level Functional Authorisation
This is the USER or the Operator level. The user can view
USR Low the event log, change the date and time. They can also
perform selected zone control functions.
At the ADMINISTRATOR level, access is available to most

ADM High functions. These include setting alarm thresholds,
normalizing the airflow, resetting the filter, and defining relay
configuration.
The DISTRIBUTOR level allows unlimited access to all the

DST Absolute system commands and parameters.
VLI System Components
Rubberised finish to Outside View Secure steel support

external housing bracket for ease of
mounting
Robust IP 54
enclosure to address
various industrial
applications with easy
Five (5) high-intensity mounting via robust
status LEDs for greater steel support bracket
visibility. Provides
instant status of
detectors operation
VLI Key Features and Benefits
 Up to 20,000 sq. ft. coverage

 4 inlet pipes
 Total pipe length up to 1,200 ft
 Four levels of alarm
 Wide Programmable Sensitivity Range: 0.0075 to 6.25% obs/ft (0.025 to
20% obs/ft)
 Five (5) high-intensity status LEDs for greater visibility
 Referencing (VESDAnet version)
 AutoLearn™ Smoke and Flow
 Air-path monitoring
 Five (5) relays (Fire, Fault and 3 configurable)
 Xtralis VSC, VSM and ASPIRE2 software support
 Easy mounting via steel support bracket
 Easy cable termination access
 Standard GPI feature
Illovo Sugar Mill
Pipe Network Design & Installation
VLP in
Protective Enclosure
VLI Detector
OSID
Open-area
Smoke Imaging
Detector
OSID (Open-area Smoke Imaging Detector) LOGIN: PW: 1413
Imager
Emitter
Imager PCA
Imager lens
Emitter lens filter
UV/IR LED Imager lens
Applications
Drivers
for VESDA
What Does VESDA Try to Avoid?
─ Detects in the smoldering

stage before visible smoke
─ Prevents damage, downtime,
pre-mature suppression
─ Gives the earliest possible
warning in pre-combustion
conditions
Application Drivers – Maintenance Access
Application Drivers – Maintenance Access
19” of straight pipe before change of
direction
Application Drivers – High Ceilings
Application Drivers – High Ceilings
Air sampling points

on vertical rise
VESDA LaserPLUS
Application Drivers – High Ceiling
Multiple Level Sampling
Expansion Joint
To overcome
smoke Saddle Clip
stratification,
VESDA can be
sampled from Smoke
Stratification
multiple levels
of the
warehouse.
Multi-Level
Sampling
Points
Warehouse: Archive Storage
Warehouse: Archive Storage
Warehouse: Jack Daniel Distillery
Warehouse: Jack Daniel Distillery
Application Drivers – Challenging Environment
 Aggressive environments
 with pollution and/or
extreme temperatures
─ Cold storage facilities
─ Paper mills
─ Industrial Plants
─ Tunnels
─ Coal Mines
Bruce Nuclear Power
Application Photo’s – In-cabinet (Power Gen)
Installation – Cost Considerations
Application Driver - Aesthetics
 Museums, Estates, Mansions

 Detection must be hidden
Vandalism
 Where damage to conventional systems is a problem

 Sampling network used in the return air system
 Detector located in a Centralized safe area
 Safe and easy to service/maintain
 Typical installations:
─ Prisons
─ Changing rooms
─ Any public areas
Correctional facilities
Correctional facilities
Tampering and Security
Sample Point
Discrete detection point
inside the prison cell
J.B houses capillary tubing
J.B houses capillary tubing
SP are disguised as electrical conduit

SP are disguised as electrical conduit
VESDAnet
VESDAnet (w/VLF)
VESDAnet
─ Fault tolerant “closed” communications loop

● Best classified under NFPA 72 as Style 7 Wiring
─ Cost effective configuration solutions
● Duplicate items eliminated
● Easy configuration
● No DIP switches
─ Connects up to 200 VESDAnet Nodes
● VLP, VLS, VLC, displays, programmers,
● Typically max 100 detectors
VESDAnet Technical Features
• 19.2K Baud Rate RS485 Physical Interface which runs over

shielded twisted pair wire up to 4,000 feet in length (from node to
node)
● Use of Belden 9841 or equivalent data cable is recommended
(24 gauge, 120 ohm characteristic impedance), which
provides good noise immunity and maximum cable length
• Daisy chain loop configuration, half duplex, peer-peer architecture
• Fault tolerant
● Auto detects communications failures
● Single point failures tolerated - each node has dual ports
• Easy configuration
● Each manufactured node has unique 24-bit address
● all addressable nodes automatically software configured
Network Connections
V’net A
V’net A
V’net A
V’net B
V’net B
V’net B
Cabling can run

V’net A from Any Port to Any
V’net B Port
Open Loop optional

(not recommended)
V’net A
V’net A V’net A
V’net B
V’net B V’net B
VESDAnet™
VSC – VESDA System Configurator
VSM 3 System Management
Aspire 2
VESDA High Level Interface (HLI)
 Standard HLI (VHX -200)

─ Converts VESDAnet RS-485 to RS-
232
─ Enables connection to IBM
compatible PC
─ Interfaces the VESDA LaserPLUS
family to VESDA software:
– VConfigPro
– VSM3
– VSC
Site Assessment
Site survey – basic steps
Understand individual environment

requirements to determine the best fire
protection system
Assess the function of the environment
Assess the risk factors in the environment
Assess the internal configuration of the
environment
Survey the airflow characteristics and air
change rate
Survey the coverage area
Survey the sensitivity required
Survey the room(s) size and
characteristics eg, high ceilings, raised
floor, etc
Environmental Conditions
- Give careful consideration to environmental conditions that may affect the ability of the
sampling network to obtain an air sample. Factors such as:
- high air velocities
- frequent air changes
- air pressure variations
- air temperature.
- Variations within the area to be protected will all affect system performance, and may
require the use of at least one other VESDA sampling method to effectively monitor the fire
zone
- To ensure a satisfactory airflow through the air sampling network and the Detector , the
aspirator should exhaust to an equal or lower atmospheric pressure than that of the
protected area.
Pipe Network Design
Sensitivity Classification / Coverage Density
Selection based on occupancy, which considers characteristics, criticality, use
of the space and relevant codes & standards
VEWFD EWFD SFD

Sensitivity1
Pre-Alarm 0.21% obs/ft. N/A N/A
Alarm 1.0% obs/ft. 1.5% obs/ft. 2.5% obs/ft.
Fire 2 2 4.0% obs/ft. 4.0% obs/ft. 4.0% obs/ft.
Coverage
Open Area 200 sq. ft. 400 sq. ft. 900 sq. ft.
Return
Return Air
Air Grille
Grille4
4
Every
Every 4
4 sq.
sq. ft.
ft. grille
grille area
area Duct
Duct Detection
Detection3
3
Duct
Duct Detection
Detection3
3
Transport
Transport Time
Time (ASD)
(ASD) 60
60 sec.
sec. 90
90 sec.
sec. 120
120 sec.
sec.
1
Sensitivity at each port/sensor
2
Fire 2 ASD when required for initiating fan shutdown and/or suppression release
3
SFD
4
First point of detection
Summary of the AT&T practice, as it relates to ASD systems are:
 When required, protection at return air path with sampling point spacing
every 4 ft2 of grille area
 When required, protection at ceiling with sampling point spacing at 200 ft2
for VEWFD, 400 ft2 for EWFD, 900 ft2 for SFD
 When required, protection below raised floor with sampling point spacing at
200 ft2 for VEWFD, 400 ft2 for EWFD, 900 ft2 for SFD
Smoke Detection Technologies
There are essentially three types of smoke detection technologies. Selection

is based on the technology’s suitability to perform its intended function within
the sensitivity requirements for the given occupancy.
Technology SFD EWFD VEWFD

Air Sampling Smoke Detection X X X
Photoelectric Spot Type X X
Beam Type X
Other factors contributing to selection of detection technology considers:

 Reliability
 Fault tolerance
 Accessibility (during and after installation)
 Maintenance requirements and frequency
 Life cycle cost
 Impact to operations when installing, testing and maintaining, etc.
Regulatory Requirements
─ The optimum detector sensitivity takes the following into
consideration: Level of protection needed, room environment, nature
of work done.
─ In designing an air sampling network, due consideration must be
given to relevant Fire Codes, Standards and Regulations that may
govern such issues as
– maximum permissible response time;
– maximum allowable area coverage for a single sampling point;
– distance of sampling points from bordering walls;
– Maximum spacing between sampling points
General Design Guidelines
 A maximum of four sampling pipe runs connected to each

VESDA Detector is recommended although some systems can
have up to eight pipes, with each pair of pipes branched at the
Detector inlet.
 The combined length of pipe runs from a single VESDA

Detector should not exceed 650 ft.
 Individual pipe lengths should not exceed 325ft.
 However, where response times in excess of 60 seconds are

acceptable, the combined length of all pipe runs can be
extended beyond the 650 ft. limit.
Sample Point Spacing Guidelines
 The ASPIRE modeling system should be used to determine the

maximum number of sampling points per pipe run.
 The designer should use national codes for Point Detector spacing
as the criteria for determining the minimum number of sampling
points.
 The default sampling hole size is 5/64”

A Grid Overlaid on Construction Plans
Sampling Points Arranged with a Grid Layout
Grid Overlay
Grid Overlay
Grid Overlay
Designing a pipe network - basics
Is there moving air in

the environment
requiring fire protection?
Is there objects in the
environment requiring
fire protection?
A simple environment requiring

fire protection
Standard Sampling Pipe Network Guidelines
 For ceiling mounted applications, sampling points should be at

least 1 inch, but not more than 4 inches below the ceiling and
should be oriented down into the room space.
 This arrangement places the sampling points beneath the small

boundary layer of warm air that causes smoke stratification and is
common in heated environments or in actual fire conditions.
Capillary sampling - Introduction
● Capillary sampling is a means of locating
sampling points away from the main sampling
pipe without creating extremely complex
networks.
● Typically, this method uses short 3 ft–12 ft
lengths of 3/16 inch–1/2 inch ID flexible tubing
that branches off from the trunk pipe and then
penetrates a given surface.
● Capillary sampling is useful where there is a
localized monitoring of equipment cabinets is
required.
● The sample hole location is marked with a
printed decal around the sample hole.
Ceiling capillary sampling
A typical concealed sampling installation. The sampling point fitting places the sampling hole more than 25 mm (1
inch) below the ceiling panel or tile.
Trunk a d a p to r
Sa m p ling trunk (a ny o rie nta tio n)
p ip e
C a p illa ry tub e
Minia ture
sa m p ling p o int
fitting
C e iling p a ne l
o r tile
Concealed Sampling Pipework
 With concealed sampling, the trunk pipe network runs through a ceiling
void and capillary tubes branch off at regular intervals to penetrate the
ceiling panels or tiles
 The end of each capillary tube is terminated in a sampling point fitting
 The end vent of each pipe run should penetrate the protected area
 In some circumstances, an even more discreet means of sampling is

needed.
 This is usually the case in historical buildings or in decorated interiors.
 A capillary tube branches from the trunk pipe and penetrates into the fire
zone.
Concealed Sampling Guidelines
 The minimum capillary tube ID is 0.2 inch.
 Although capillary tubes can be any length up to 26 ft it will be

necessary to increase the capillary tube ID as the length of the
tube increases.
Return Air Sampling
Smoke diluted by High

air samples concentration
collected closer to smoke collected
the detector here
Air Air Air Air

grille grille grille grille
1 2 3 4
Effects of using multiple pipes
Smoke diluted by air

samples closer to the Smoke picked up
detector (low here (high
x
VESDA
LaserPLUS
88
concentration) concentration)
Worst
Option
4 3 2 1
Shorter pipe runs mean

VESDA
LaserPLUS 88

that dilution from smoke
free air is less of a Best
problem Option
4 3 2 1
Return Air Grille Sampling
VES DA
1.0
Las erPLU S
VESDA
Se n sitivity
Sm oke Le vel
Zon e Nu mb er
Firs t Ala rm
Se ct or
De te c to r
OK
Isolated
FA ULTS U r ge n t
Sys tem Po w er A irflow
Z on e Ne tw ork Filt er
M od e S ilen ce R eset Is olate

Test S ca n
Esc
Sa m p ling p ip e s
Se a le d Sta nd o ffs Sta nd o ffs Se a le d

e nd c a p e nd c a p
AHU # 1 AHU # 2
Return Air Sampling
Path of return air stream
Sampling
point
angled
(between
20 to 45
AHU vent deg) to
AHU obtain best
air sample
Return Air Grille Sampling
─ In areas of high assessed risk only two AHUs should be monitored by a single
Detector.
─ Additionally, only one AHU should be monitored by each sampling pipe.
Pa th o f
Sa m p ling re turn
p ip e
a irstre a m
Se lf ta p p ing Sa m p ling p o int

sc re ws a ng le d to o b ta in
b e st a ir sa m p le
Sta nd o ff p o st
100 to 200 m m lo ng
(4 in to 8 in)
AHU ve nt
AHU
In-Duct Sampling
Intake probe to detector
AIR
FLOW
Exhaust probe from detector

In-Duct Sampling
AIRFLOW
A pressure curve forms

around the pipe as the
airflow passes around it
(20 to 45 deg angle)
Reference Sampling
Air Sampling External Source (Reference Zone)

Reference Detector
VESDA Zone 5
(Reference Zone)
VESDAnet
Sampling Pipes sampling Zone 2
Sampling Pipes sampling Zone 1
Detector VESDAnet Detector

monitoring monitoring
internal area internal area
VESDA Zone 2 VESDA Zone 1
(Reference (Reference
reading is reading is
subtracted) subtracted)
Sampling Pipes sampling Zone 3 Sampling Pipes sampling Zone 4
Detector Detector
monitoring monitoring
internal area internal area
VESDA Zone 3 VESDA Zone 4
(Reference (Reference
reading is reading is
subtracted) subtracted)
ASPIRE2 - One Pipe
11
16
ASPIRE2 - Two Pipes
6
ASPIRE2 - Four Pipes
ASPIRE2 Summary
 When using APIRE2, all parameter changes must be followed by the

compute (calculate) command.
Codes & Standards for Air
Sampling
NFPA 72 - 2002 EDITION
 5.7.3.3 Air Sampling-Type Smoke Detector.


 5.7.3.3.1:
─ Each sampling port of an air sampling-type smoke detector shall be treated as a spot-type
detector for the purpose of location and spacing.
=
 5.7.3.3.2:
─ Maximum air sample transport time from the farthest sampling point shall not exceed 120
seconds.
NFPA 72 - 2002 EDITION
 5.7.3.3.7
─ Air sampling network piping and fittings shall be airtight and permanently fixed. **
 5.7.3.3.8
─ Sampling system piping shall be conspicuously identified as “SMOKE DETECTOR
SAMPLING TUBE.DO NOT DISTURB,” as follows:
● (A) At changes in direction or branches of piping;
● (B) At each side of penetrations of walls, floors, or other barriers;
● (C) At intervals on piping that provide visibility within the space, but no greater than 20 ft.
* * EXCEPT AT THE INLET MANIFOLD OF THE DETECTOR!!!

TABLE 10.4.2.2 TEST METHODS
 DEVICE
 3. Air Sampling
 METHOD
─ Per manufacturer’s recommended test methods,
─ detector alarm response shall be verified through the end sampling
port on each pipe run;
─ airflow through all other ports shall be verified as well.
 Alarm Response:
─ Take off alarm delays.
─ Spray smoke into the farthest sample hole (End Vent) from
─ the detector.
─ Using a stop watch, time the time taken for the detector to
─ respond to the increase of smoke.
 Airflow:
─ Using a digital manometer, measure the pressure readings
─ at the sample holes & compare to the initial readings.
Air Sampling methods
 When designing a pipe network, the key area for protection to consider are:
1. Does the room need protection?
2. Does the air handling unit need protection?
3. Does the object need protection?
 The three basic air sampling methods used to protect a room are:
 Standard Pipe Sampling Systems
(below ceiling or floor void or above cabinet)
 Capillary tube sampling
(concealed, above-ceiling, or within cabinets).
 Return air sampling
(within duct or return air grille)
 Inter-beam sampling
(more details in separate application course)
Air Sampling - Introduction
● The most basic and widely used sampling method involves suspending
lengths of CPVC/PVC pipe of ¾” internal diameter (ID is 0.87, ¾” normal)
over the area to be protected.
● The pipes can be arranged in a variety of ways so that they cover the whole
area of the monitored fire zone.
● These lengths of pipe are then connected to the Detector inlet manifold
(normally up to four for each Detector).
● Each of the pipe lengths has a number of small holes spaced along its length
that act as sampling points.
● The far end of each sampling pipe is terminated by a vented End Cap
designed to balance the smoke sensitivity of each of the sampling points.
Installation
Pipes and Connections
What’s Wrong? (1)
Labeling
External Cabling
• 24VDC to modules (InstDet-3)
• RS485 Communications loop 120

Ohm Twisted Pair
• Preferred Belden 9841

●Alternative Belden 9729 or 8103
●All connections are made on to the
Detector Termination Card
(InstDet-20)
Detector Termination Card
GPI wiring to monitor PS
Interfacing - Relays
• Seven Relays in VLP detector
• 7 or 12 in VLS detector
• 2A 30VDC rating with redundant
contacts
• Additional 7 or 12 relays can be
added with each remote
• Relays are configurable:
● default is 4 alarm relays, 2 fault
relays and 1 isolate
● on all detectors relays Fire 1 and
Urgent Fault are fixed
Relay Assignments
VSC
VESDA System
Configuration
Commissioning Overview
Pre-commissioning Requirements
Detector / VESDAnet Setup
VSC Software
Testing
Final Checks
Forms & Handover
Typical Maintenance
Pre-Commissioning (off-site)
 Download necessary manuals from www.xtralis.com

Product & Installation Manual per detector
System Design Manual (Commissioning Chapter)
 Commission Forms
 Download and register VSC software
 As-built drawings
 Airflow calculations
Pre-Commissioning (on-site)
 Visually inspect the sampling pipe network and confirm correct installation.
 Record the serial # from each VESDA device (detectors, displays, and
remote relay modules)
Finding the serial #’s on

the devices
VESDA power Supplies
• Acceptable 24VDC power supplies:
• (24 VDC 2A.)
• ANY UL-1481 approved Power Supply
• VPS-100us 24vdc PS 2 batteries
• VPS-300us 24vdc PS 6 batteries
• VPS-400us 48 volt multi-zone PS zero batteries

Verify that the exhaust cap has

been removed from each detector
Verify power cabling and VESDAnet
wiring is secure and apply power to
VESDA system
Preliminary system check
All devices communicating
VSC Software
Install & run VSC

Logon
User: DST ADM USR
PIN: 1451 1413 1111
Focus DST 7244 ADM 1413

Programming the VESDA System
Set Time & Date
Set Time & Date
Set Units
Set Units
 Assign each VESDA detector to an

appropriate zone and location
 Assign displays and remote relays to

appropriate detector zones and locations
 In programming, you can lock out all

buttons on the display – isolate, reset, mode
and silence buttons
 When an error occurs within VSC, highlight

error & press F1 to get help.
Programming the VESDA
System
• Accept Factory Defaults
• Clears faults 12, 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 38, 57, 68 and 72
• Program which Air Sampling Pipes are used (pipes 1-4, left to
right)
• Set Aspirator Speed
1234
Normalize the Detector
● During 11 minutes of normalization (VLP, VLS, VLC), the aspirator is
automatically turned off for 5 minutes. VLF normalizes instantly.
● Once normalized, this sets a reference point for air flows
faults. Normally around 100 % for each pipe.
Setting up Smoke Thresholds

• Manual Setting:
● Typically alarm thresholds are specified and can be set manually
● Alert – typically set approx. 3 - 10 times background smoke level
• Autolearn:
● Monitors background smoke levels of a zone for a preset time
● Sets alarm thresholds automatically using data collected.
● No less than 25 Hours (15minutes min ,15days max)
Setting Smoke Thresholds
Testing Equipment
• Stop Watch
• Canned Smoke
• Drill Bit Set
• VSC software
• VHX-0200 High Level Interface
• Digital Manometer (optional)
• Two way radios (optional)
Testing – Codes (NFPA 72 2010)
• Maximum air sample transport time from the farthest

sampling point shall not exceed 120 seconds.
• TEST METHOD
• Per manufacturer’s recommended test methods,
• Detector alarm response shall be verified through the
end sampling port on each pipe run.
• Airflow through all other ports shall be verified as
well.
Testing Method
• Recommended Test Methods

• UL Listed Canned Smoke
• Spray smoke into the farthest sample hole (End Vent)
from the detector.
• Using a stop watch, time the time taken for the detector
to respond to the increase of smoke.
• Digital Manometer
• A digital manometer may be used to measure the
pressure readings to verify airflow through sample holes
and during follow up testing.
Testing Method
Recommended:
Dwyer Instruments:
Digital Handheld Manometer
(Model 477-1-FM)
Available through Grainger
Commissioning Forms
Contents:
 Installation Registration
 Attachments (Aspire2 / VSC)
 Display Module Configuration
 Device Information
 Zone Setup
 Relay Configuration
 Pressure Testing Results
 Smoke Test Results
Note: By highlighting a detector on the device tree (VSC) and selecting

“Print setup” all the required device information for this detector will be
printed.
Final Checks
• No Faults on VESDAnet
• Detector diagnostics checked
• Display diagnostics checked
• Test Relays checked
• Test backup power source
Programming Tools Overview
 LCDProgrammer
 VESDA System Configurator (VSC)
 VESDA System Management (VSM)
Both VSC and VSM are PC based software

that requires High Level Interface (HLI) to
connect computer to VESDAnet.
Programming Tools
Product Programming Tool

VLP  LCD programmer (Hand-held or module)
 VSC (with VHX-0200)
 VSM4 (with VHX-0200)
VconfigPro
VLS  LCD programmer (Hand-held or module)

VSC (with VHX-0200)
VLC-505 VN LCD programmer (Hand-held or module)

 VSC (with VHX-0200)
Programming Tools
Product Programming Tool

VLC-500  VSC (with RS232 DB-9 Serial Cable)
RO
VLF VSC (with RS232 DB-9 Serial Cable)

Stand-Alone
VLF  LCD programmer (Hand-held or module)

With VNcard  VSC (with VHX-0200)
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
VESDA Maintenance
 Regular system testing

- Batteries
- Pipe network
- Smoke & system testing
- Filter
- Airflow
LaserPLUS Detector - Main Components
Termination Board
Backbox
Manifold
Chassis
Filter
Cover
Spare Parts List
 VSP-000Blank plate with VESDA logo
 VSP-001Programmer Module
 VSP-002Display Module
 VSP-003VESDAnet Socket Kit
 VSP-004Scanner Display Module
 VSP-005Filter Assembly
 VSP-006Detector Chassis Assy with Manifold
 VSP-007Remote Term Card (No Relay)
 VSP-008Remote Term Card (7 Relay)
 VSP-009Scanner Chassis Assy with Manifold
 VSP-013Detector Cover Assy with EMC shield
 VSP-014Termination Card (7 Relay)
 VSP-015Detector Aspirator Assy
 VSP-019Filter Cover
 VSP-020Screws (*4 )
LaserPLUS Maintenance
Isolating Systems
 Isolation of risk zones should only be carried out with the full knowledge
and approval of the appropriate supervising authority.
 Ensure any ancillary services which are enabled by the isolation of zone
or zones are themselves isolated before work commences.
 Isolate FACP first and then LaserPLUS.

Airflow Faults
Urgent Low / High Airflow : Codes F54 - F39

 Check Pipework for blockages
 Sample points may be partially block and in need of back-flushing.
 Glue possibly formed internally on joins restricting flow.
 Filter changed / Pipes cleaned without re- normalizing airflow
 Check external influences on Pipework i.e. A/C units , wind in open
areas.
 Flow Sensor Fail : Codes F19 - F22

 If all F19 - F22 codes appear at the same time the sensor cable
from Chassis to flow board is most likely unplugged.
 Power down the detector before plugging back in
 Otherwise these codes mean the flow board has a faulty sensor.
 Chassis Change Required
Airflow - Normalization Faults
Fault Codes:
 F75 - Normalization failed
 F77 - Normalization in progress
 Normalization failure can be caused by unit not getting

enough air through the inlet port. This may be due to a
blockage or partial blockage in the pipe / sample holes.
 Also ensure pipe runs with a small number of holes ( <5)

have been aspired and return a min of 15ltrs/min.
 Always ensure exhaust bung has been removed before

normalization.
Communication Faults
Comms fault on Port A or B of device: F2,F9

 Check Polarity on comms connection
 Isolate Detector from loop(insert jumper)and check internal
loop is ok.This can be done by checking 2 green LED,s on top
of Head Processor Card.
 If internal loop has fault (only 1 LED on) remove Display
/Programmer to confirm which node has comms fault.
Configuration Faults
F13 More than one detector in Zone

 This can be rectified by assigning detector to a different zone that
doesn’t contain a Detector.
F24 Can’t Find Display / Relay

 Appears when a Display has been removed from a Zone. If
Display is removed or replaced with another, the “Rebuild Zone
List” function needs to be used.
F28 Scanner Option misconfigured.

 Fault appears when a Non Scan and Scan device are put in the
same Zone or when a programmer is assigned to a Non Scan
Detector Zone.
Chassis Replacement Required
F0 - Aspirator Failure
F3 - Detector PIC Fail
F8 - Aspirator Speed Control Fail
 These faults could occur at the same time. If the Detector PIC was to fail it
would also cause Aspirator control problems.
F14 - Flow Sensors = Factory Default

F37 - Detector Calibration = Factory Default
F29 - Manufacturer Setup Corrupted
F23 - Laser Signal Low
 These faults required the detector to be returned for recalibration.
Scanner Valve Test
 Valves are tested every alternate Tuesday at 12:00 noon

─ Each valve is closed for 30 seconds in turn
─ while closed, the flow reading must fall sufficiently to indicate correct
operation.
─ Scanner requires good flow:
● low flow leads to possible “cross talk” as the manifold is not completely
purged of sample from the previous sector.
─ What constitutes good flow?
Pipework Back Flushing
 Ensure all pipes are disconnected from the inlet manifold.

 Clean sample points in each pipe run (where possible)
 Secure Porous paper or cloth bag to inlet manifold at the end of each pipe
to contain dislodged dust particles.
 Remove end cap from each pipe.
 Connect pressurized air source to Detector end of pipe.
 Seal any gaps where compressed air source is connected to pipework.
 Remove compressed air connection and end cap.
 Remove the dust collection bag
Smoke Testing
 To be truly effective , materials used to generate smoke in a smoke test

should be of a type most likely to be encountered in a real life situation.
 Hot Wire Test - Overheating the outer PVC sheath to a 2 meter length of
0.79mm2 cable in a controlled manner.
 A current regulated power supply with a capacity of 12amps (rms)
provides the energy source (4V across cable) .
 Alternatively a variable hot plate capable of 200 C may be used.
Maintenance Schedule
Action Frequency Details
Pipe Network 6 Monthly Visually inspect piping to ensure all

(Visual) pipe runs are intact, pipe supports &
joints are firm.
Check for any blockages or interference
of Sample Ports and correct as needed.
Smoke & Yearly Verify Pipe Integrity, Transport &

System Test Response times.
Also ensure appropriate Fire Panel
Signaling.
Maintenance Schedule
Action Frequency Details
Power Yearly Test in accordance of suppliers instructions.

Supplies Check integrity of batteries.
Filter 2 Yearly Recommended change out period.

Replaceme Check filter status yearly.
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Check Yearly Compare current reading with initial reading
Current for any variations.
Airflow
Clean As necessary Depending on environment, can clean the

Sampling sampling pipe network by back flushing.
holes
Summary
VESDA Accreditation Class Summary
 Under NFPA 72, the maximum spacing for sampling holes is 30 ft centers
 When an error occurs within VSC, highlight error & press F1 to get HELP
 The principal of detection in VESDA is light scattering
 The VESDA Laser Plus (VLP) has 7 relays available. VLS 7 or 12. VLC, VLF have 3
 The VLF250 has an operative flow range between 12.6 to 24.5 lpm
 When the filter is removed from the VLP, the aspirator shuts off, the buzzer sounds (if
enabled), and an urgent fault is raised.
 The VLP filter is a 2-stage filter

VESDA summary continued
 The maximum distance between RS485 connected nodes is 4000 ft
 The ASPIRE 2 program is used to validate air sampling network designs
 The VLP incorporates 4 airflow sensors
 The log on the VLF stores info on faults, access & exit commands, and smoke changes & alarms
 There is no scheduled calibration for the VLP
 The preferred cable for VESDAnet is 120 ohm, shielded twisted pair
 Stratification occurs when smoke rises until it reaches a layer of air with the same temp & stops
rising
VESDA Accreditation Summary
 The relay contacts on the Head Termination card are rated 2A @ 30VDC
 The maximum number of devices that can be supported on the VESDAnet are 200
 The HLI provides an interface between VESDAnet and intelligent systems
The sample hole location is marked with a printed decal around the sample hole
 The default sampling hole size is 5/64”
 Check pipe network every 6 months – clean SP as needed
 Check power supplies yearly – load test Check batteries, wiring, relay
 Under UL and FM approvals, one zone of a VLP can cover a maximum of 20,000 sf, VLS=
20,000sf, VLC= 8,000 fs, VLF250= 2500sf, VLF500= 5,000 sf
 The basic pipework layout is based on standard ¾” internal diameter pipe. The ID is 0.87, ¾”
nominal
 To maintain clean optics, the VLP head utilizes a clean air barrier
 To reset filter on Focus, depress switch (behind filter) 5 times within 5 seconds. Other detectors
need to be reset via software or programmers.
 A VESDA system can be installed for capillary, duct, room, in-ceiling or under-floor detection
 When using ASPIRE, all parameter changes must be followed by the compute (calculate)
command
 Replace FILTERS every 24 months, or as needed for challenging environments

 The available Power Supply options for the 24VDC are any 1481 UL listed PS, a VPS-100US
single zone PS, a VPS-400US-48 multi zone PS, VPS-300US -120
 In programming, you can lock out all buttons on display - isolate, reset, mode and silence
buttons
 The VLP, VLS, VLF has 4 programmable alarm thresholds. The VLC has 3
 VESDA detectors are UL268 listed for primary detection
 VESDAnet links all VESDA networkable modules (nodes)
 The VLP log can store up to 18,000 events
 Filter cartridge monitoring is performed by counting the number of particles passing through
the detector
 One can program VLP modules via Programmer module, hand-held programmer, VSC, VSM, and
VconfigPro software
 One can program ALL VESDAnet parameters from a single location
 The VESDA system requires regular system testing, the same as other fire detection services
 The optimum detector sensitivity takes the following into consideration: Level of protection needed,
room environment, nature of work done
 The head card, aspirator, manifold, and laser must be replaced as a unit – CHASSIS
 The more you practice, the luckier you get 

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