The Fire Alarm Control Panel Solution F1
The Concept
The “Solution F1“ fire control panel range is a new generation of modular and ultra-modern fire control panels. These have been developed to meet international standards and satisfy specific international requirements at the highest level.
These panels contain numerous new features—several of which are unique in the security business—and they convince through their comprehensive equipment. Many optional (at extra cost) features in other panels are included in the “Solution F1” standard configuration. This range has been designed to be a universal and flexible product in terms of both the different configuration possibilities as well as the front fascia design. It thus meets the requirements for all possible applications. With the outstanding modularity of this panel, it can be perfectly adapted to all anticipated user requirements. Flexibility, especially for connecting different detectors, was one of the most important aims during the development of this new fire control panel. Obviously, it is a standard for this panel to connect nearly all conventional detectors on the market, but this is very remarkable: the “Solution F1” panels are compatible with the newest analogue addressable detectors from Hochiki and Apollo, two of the biggest and best-known players in the detector market worldwide.
- Modular, intelligent hybrid fire control panel range
- Supports Hochiki ESP and Apollo XP95 / Discovery detectors
- 2 – 18 loops in one standard housing
- Brand new touch control panel
- Graphics LCD module 240 x 64 as standard included on basic model
The Reliability
If for certain applications a higher level of reliability, such as EN-54 and VdS standards, is required, that will be no problem for the “Solution F1” control panel. The Control Processing Unit can be doubled, as can the system boards, which are responsible for communication with the sensors and passing the information from the detectors to the CPU. So the end user gets 100 percent redundancy for the whole system. But the R&D people did not stop the ambitious aims for reliability there
They created a brand new control panel technology with absolutely no mechanical parts any longer, which is unique in the security business and has a lot of advantages for the installer as well as for the end user. It contains a pressure-sensitive piezo lacquer and does not have to be adjusted. The surface makes a worthwhile impression because of its glass-like design. This material is resistant to cleansing; there has been absolutely no attrition over the years, and moreover, it is very stable against EMC influences.
The product range
The “Solution F1-6“ panel has as standard a 24 V DC power supply with a maximum current of 4.2 A. The user can connect up to 6 loops, each with 254 loop devices (127 detectors or modules plus a 127 loop sounder), to this panel and can organize a maximum of 512 zones. There are three standard housings, which should be chosen depending on battery backup requirements. The bigger model, “Solution F1-18,” has a 24 V DC power supply with a max. current of 6.7 A fitted as standard. This panel can control 18 loops at its maximum. Again, there are three standard housings available. The selection is dependent on battery space and the number of loops needed. This “Solution F1-18” has several more standard features compared with the smaller panel: 1.024 programmable zones, USB host interface, metal rack for 2nd assembly level, interface for optional TFT display, slot for SD card memory, and interface for audio codec module. Both models can be supplied in a 19-inch rack mounting version instead of a standard housing. There are no special adapters or frames necessary because the “Solution F1” is generally compatible with 19-inch housings. The pluggable wiring terminals will be greatly appreciated because the installation will be done very quickly and effectively. NSC web server-module For software configuration or data analysis by telephone line, the technician can connect the panels via modem (analogue or ISDN) to his PC. Therefore, you will find a slot on the main board that not only handles data communication but also provides the power supply for these modems.
Alternatively, the Soliton F1 control panels can be equipped with a web server.
Upgrade possibilities and compatible detectors
The Solution F1 offers a wide range of equipment varieties as well as possible upgrades. You can find detailed information on this as well as on compatible Ringbus detectors in our 12-page brochure:
Configurator for fire control panel and periphery
As of now, the new tool for calculating quotes is available to you. Configure your Solution F1 and compose the desired peripheral equipment, made-to-measure for your customers. You immediately receive an overview of prices that you can use as a basis for your calculations.
