INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

FSB-200, FSB-200S
Single-ended Reflected Type 12 Clintonville Rd.
Northford, CT 06472-1653
Projected Beam Smoke Detector Phone: 203/484-7161

Specifications
General
Range: 16 to 230 Feet (5 to 70m)
230 to 328 Feet (70 to 100m) using optional accessory BEAMLRK
Sensitivity: 25% to 50% Total Obscuration in 6 levels
Level 1 = 25%
Level 2 = 30%
Level 3 = 40%
Level 4 = 50%
Level 5 = 30% to 50% (Acclimate)
Level 6 = 40% to 50% (Acclimate)
Spacing: 30 to 60 Feet (9.1 to 18.3m)
Response Time: Alarm: 20 seconds typical
Trouble: 30 seconds typical
Trouble Conditions: Beam Blockage (96% or More Obscuration)
Improper Initial Alignment
Self-compensation limit reached (service needed)
In Alignment mode
Test/Reset Features: Integral Sensitivity Test Filter (FSB-200S only, requires additional external power supply)
Sensitivity Filter (Incremental scale on reflector)
Local Alarm Test Switch
Local Alarm Reset Switch
Remote Test and Reset Switch Capability
(compatible with RTS451/RTS451KEY)
Indicators: Alarm: Remote Output, Local LED (red)
Trouble: Remote Output, Local LED (yellow)
Blink Pattern Indicates Trouble Diagnostics
Normal Operation: Local LED (flashing green with communication)
Alignment Aids: Optical Gunsight (coarse adjustment)
00 to 99 Digital Display (fine adjustment)
Sensitivity: Digital Display Readout in Percent Obscuration
Style 7 Operation: On-board isolators provide style 7 operation.
(may be disabled via shunts on circuit board)

Environmental
Temperature: –22°F to 131°F (–30°C to 55°C)
Note: for applications below 32°F (0°C) see Special Applications section of this manual.
Humidity: 10% to 93% RH Noncondensing

Mechanical
Shipping Weight: 3.9 lbs. (1.77 kg)
Shipping Size: 15″ × 10.5″ × 6.5″ (381mm × 267mm × 165mm)
Mounting: Wall only without optional accessories
Wiring: Plug-in Terminal Blocks (12 to 22AWG)
Adjustment Angle: ±10° Horizontal and Vertical
Paintable Trim Ring: May be painted using enamel or acrylic type paints

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 Specifications (continued)
Electrical
Voltage: 15 to 32 VDC
Standby Current: Avg. Standby: 2mA Max.
(1 communication every 5 sec., LED flashing, SLC @ 24 V)
Max. Alarm (LED on): 8.5mA Max.
Max. Trouble (LED on): 4.5mA Max.
Max. Alignment: 20mA Max.
External Supply
(FSB-200S only): Voltage: 15 to 32 VDC
Current: 0.5A Max.
Remote Output: Voltage: 15 to 32 VDC
(alarm) Note: Output voltage same as device input voltage.
Current: 15mA maximum
6mA minimum
Note: Output current is limited by 2.2Kohm resistor

General Description Special Applications

Model FSB-200/FSB-200S is a long range projected beam Due to the inherent capabilities of projected type beam
smoke detector designed to provide open area protection. It detectors they are often installed in locations where spot-
is to be used with UL-listed compatible control panels only. type detection is impractical. Projected type beam smoke
The detector consists of a transmitter/receiver unit and a detectors are ideally suited for environmental conditions
reflector. Smoke entering the area between the transmitter/ that might include high ceilings, dusty and dirty envi-
receiver and reflector causes a reduction in signal. When ronments, or environments that experience temperature
the obscuration reaches alarm thresholds (chosen at the extremes. Often these conditions present special problems
transmitter/receiver unit), the detector generates an alarm for the installation of spot-type detectors and even greater
signal. Complete blockage of the beam causes a trouble problems for their proper maintenance. Due to the inherent
signal. Slow changes in obscuration due to a build up of flexibility of mounting locations and large coverage area of
dirt or dust on the lens of the detector are compensated for projected type beam detectors often the conditions above
by a microcontroller that continuously monitors the signal can be addressed or minimized.
strength and periodically updates the alarm and trouble
thresholds. When the self-compensation circuit reaches its Some examples of applications for beam detectors might
limit, the detector generates a trouble signal, indicating the include freezers, aircraft hangars, cold storage warehouses,
need for service. shipping warehouses, enclosed parking facilities, sporting
arenas and stadiums, concert halls, barns, or stables. Some
Three LEDs on the detector indicate the current status: a of these environments might be considered too hostile for
red LED for alarm, a yellow LED for trouble, and a blinking spot-type smoke detectors. If the environment is consid-
green LED for standby operation. Note: The panel controls ered to be hostile then the colder alarm threshold settings
the status of the red and green LEDs. The local reset but- should be used.
ton is accessible by removing the outer paintable trim ring.
The yellow LED will blink in specific patterns to provide a Before installing the transmitter/receiver unit or reflector
diagnostic aid when diagnosing the cause of a trouble sig- in these types of applications special consideration should
nal. It will also blink the amount of drift compensation that be given to insure proper operation of the beam detector.
has been used at the conclusion of the local test. Trouble The beam detector should not be installed in environments
signals automatically reset upon removing the cause of where there is no temperature control and condensation or
trouble. Red and yellow LEDs can be remotely connected icing is likely. Condensation or icing of the reflector surface
to the remote Alarm and Trouble outputs. These outputs or the outer surface of the transmitter/receiver unit will
mimic the functions of the detector’s red and yellow LEDs. obscure the light beam resulting in a false alarm. If elevated
In addition to these indicators, there is a dual digital display humidity levels and rapidly changing temperatures can be
that reads 00 to 99. This display is used to indicate the sig- expected then condensation will likely form and the appli-
nal strength of the beam in alignment mode and to indicate cation should not be considered acceptable for the beam
the sensitivity setting of the detector in percent obscuration detector. The beam detector should not be installed in
when setting the sensitivity of the detector. No additional locations where the transmitter/receiver unit, the reflector,
equipment is needed for alignment of the beam. or the optical pathway between them may be exposed to
outdoor conditions such as rain, snow, sleet, or fog. These
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 conditions will impair the proper operation of the detector RTS451/KEY
and must be avoided. The remote test accessory, RTS451/KEY allows for the
beam detector to be tested remotely. The test accessory
Approved Accessories provides test and reset functions and green and red LED’s
The following accessories can be purchased separately for that mimic the LED’s on the detector.
use with this beam detector.
Parts List
BEAMLRK Description Quantity
The BEAMLRK allows System Sensor reflected beam detec- Transmitter/Receiver Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
tors to be installed at separations between 230 and 328 feet Paintable Trim Ring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(70 to 100 meters). At these distances, four 8″×8″ reflectors Reflector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
must be used to provide enough reflected infrared light. Plug-in Terminal Blocks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
This kit includes 3 additional reflectors with new test Isolator Shunts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
scale legends. The reflector included with the transmitter/ Instruction Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
receiver unit is the fourth reflector to be used. This kit is Orange Sticky Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
not compatible with the multi-mount kit (BEAMMMK).
BEAMMMK Parts Diagram (not to scale)
The BEAMMMK allows System Sensor reflected beam detec-
tors and reflectors to be mounted to either a vertical wall or
the ceiling. The kit allows for additional alignment range in
cases where the detector and reflector cannot be mounted Terminal Block
within 10° of each other. The kit includes the hardware
necessary to mount either a single transmitter/receiver unit
or a single reflector. (To mount the transmitter/receiver the
surface mount kit, BEAMSMK, must also be used). If the
Isolator Shunt
transmitter/receiver and the reflector require additional
alignment range two kits are required. The kit is not com-
patible with the long-range reflector kit (BEAMLRK).
BEAMSMK Paintable C0306-00

Trim Ring
The BEAMSMK allows System Sensor reflected beam detec-
tors to be mounted when surface wiring is used. This kit
must be used when mounting the transmitter/receiver unit Detector Placement
with the multi-mount kit (BEAMMMK). This section of the manual discusses the placement of pro-
BEAMHK jected beam detectors. Though this information is based
The BEAMHK allows the transmitter/receiver unit to oper- upon industry expertise, it is intended to be used only as
ate in environments prone to the formation of condensa- a technical guide. Always comply with the requirements of
tion. Condensation forming on the beam detector unit applicable codes and standards such as, NFPA 72, National
may result in trouble or false alarm conditions. BEAMHK Fire Alarm Code, as well as directives of the Authority
will lessen the likelihood of condensation by maintaining Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
the unit at a temperature that is slightly higher than the
surrounding air. Please refer to the BEAMHK installation Projected beam detectors are usually located with their
manual for operation instructions. beams parallel to the ceiling. However, they can be mount-
BEAMHKR ed vertically or at any angle to protect the area involved.
The BEAMHKR allows the reflector to operate in environ- Since beam detectors sense the smoke buildup over a dis-
ments prone to the formation of condensation. Condensation tance, they are ideal for locations with high ceilings. They
forming on the reflector may result in trouble or false alarm can also be mounted on a wall or ceiling below the level
conditions. BEAMHKR will lessen the likelihood of conden- of a spot type detector, reducing the effects of air stratifica-
sation by maintaining the reflector at a temperature that is tion. Some typical locations would include large areas with
slightly higher than surrounding air. The kit requires a 24V high ceilings such as atriums, warehouses, and factories.
power supply. When used with the long-range reflector kit
(BEAMLRK), it is necessary to purchase and install four NOTE: Projected beam smoke detectors should always
BEAMHKR kits. Please refer to the BEAMHKR installation be mounted to stable mounting surfaces. See the
manual for operation instructions. MOUNTING LOCATION section for details.

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 Some fire codes specify spacing on a given center-to-center Figure 2. Spacing for smooth ceiling (top view):
distance between detectors under ideal conditions. This
spacing is based on rooms with smooth ceilings and no
physical obstructions between the contents being protected 1/2 S Maximum
Tx/Rx Reflector
and the detectors. Moreover, they are also based on a maxi- 1/4 S
mum ceiling height, and on the assumption that the value Max.
and the combustible nature of the contents of the room
being protected do not warrant greater protection or closer
spacing. S

In a room with a smooth ceiling, detectors should be

Tx/Rx Reflector
spaced between 30 and 60 feet (9.1 to 18.3m). One-half
that spacing between the beam and the sidewall may be
used as a guide. See Figure 1. The beam detector can be
16 ft. (5m) Minimum
mounted with the transmitter/receiver on one wall and the 328 ft. (100m) Maximum
reflector on the opposite wall, or both suspended from the
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ceiling, or any wall/ceiling combination. In the case of the
ceiling mount, the distance from the end walls should not
In the case of peaked or sloped ceilings, codes may specify
exceed one-quarter of the selected spacing (7.5 ft. [2.3m]
spacing of detectors by using horizontal spacing from the
maximum if the spacing is 30 ft. [9.1m]). See Figure 2.
peak of the roof or ceiling. Figures 3 and 4 show the spacing
for both the shed type and peaked type sloped ceilings.
Figure 1. Spacing for smooth ceiling (side view):
1/2 S S
On smooth ceilings, beam smoke detectors should gener-
ally be mounted between 12 and 18 inches (0.3 to 0.46m)
from the ceiling. In many cases, however, the location and
sensitivity of the detectors shall be the result of an engi-
12-18 in. neering evaluation that includes the following: structural
(0.3-0.46m)
features, size and shape of the room and bays, occupancy
and uses of the area, ceiling height, ceiling shape, surface
and obstructions, ventilation, ambient environment, burn-
ing characteristics of the combustible materials present,
and the configuration of the contents in the area to be
protected.

WALL Figure 3. Sloped ceiling (shed type):

3 ft. (0
.9
Max. m)
S
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S

1/2 S
MAX.
Reflector

Tx/Rx

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 Figure 4. Sloped ceiling (peaked type): the supplied drilling template (see Appendix II). The detec-
Mount Detector tor base has 4 primary mounting keyholes, one in each
Anywhere in This Area
corner of the base. All four hole locations should be used
to provide a secure mounting. The outer housing of the
beam detector is held to the base using four screws. In
order to mount the detector you must remove the outer
housing first.
Reflector
The reflector can be mounted to the wall using the sup-
Tx/Rx plied drilling template (see Appendix III). The reflector
has 4 mounting holes, one in each corner. All four hole
locations should be used to provide a secure mounting.
The reflector must be mounted such that it is within 10°
1/2 S
S in both the X and Y planes of the transmitter/receiver unit.
3 ft. (
See Figure 5a. The reflector must also be mounted such
0.9 S
Max. m) 1/2 S that plane of the reflector is perpendicular to the optical
line of sight to the transmitter/receiver unit. The maximum
3 ft. (
0.9
Max. m)
tolerance for non-perpendicular mounting locations is 10°.
See Figure 5b. If the reflector cannot be mounted within
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10° of the transmitter/receiver unit then the multi-mount
kit (BEAMMMK) may be used to provide greater angular
Mounting Locations adjustment of the transmitter/receiver unit. If the perpen-
Beam detectors require a stable mounting surface for dicular plane of the reflector cannot be mounted within 10°
proper operation. A surface that moves, shifts, vibrates, or of the optical line of sight then the multi-mount kit can be
warps over time will cause false alarm or trouble condi- used for the reflector. See BEAMMMK instructions.
tions. Initial selection of a proper mounting surface will
eliminate false alarms and nuisance trouble signals. To aid in locating the reflector in the alignment mirror
at long distances a bright orange sticky backed piece of
Mount the detector on a stable mounting surface, such as paper is provided. Remove the protective backing from
brick, concrete, a sturdy load-bearing wall, support col- the orange sticker. Temporarily affix the orange paper next
umn, structural beam, or other surface that is not expected to the reflector using the sticky backing of the paper. The
to experience vibration or movement over time. DO NOT location of the sticky paper is not critical. It may be placed
MOUNT the beam detector on corrugated metal walls, anywhere near the reflector as long as it not covering the
sheet metal walls, external building sheathing, external reflective surface of the reflector. This sticky paper should
siding, suspended ceilings, steel web trusses, rafters, non- be removed once the installation is completed.
structural beam, joists, or other such surfaces.
Figure 5a. Reflector Mounting Guidelines
In cases where only one stable mounting surface as defined
above can be used, the transmitter/receiver unit should be
mounted to the stable surface and the reflector should
be mounted to the less stable surface. The reflector has
LL
a much greater tolerance for the unstable mounting loca- WA 10ϒ
tions defined above.
TOR
10ϒ EC
FL
RE
Mounting Instructions
The transmitter/receiver unit may be mounted over a
recessed junction box. The cavity behind the detector is
then used for routing of the wiring from the junction box
Acceptable mounting
to the terminal blocks on the detector. The transmitter/
locations for reflector
receiver unit should be mounted to the wall such that unit
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If the junction box is not recessed then you may use the
surface mount kit (BEAMSMK). See the BEAMSMK instal-
lation instructions for surface mounting instructions. The
transmitter/receiver unit can be mounted to the wall using
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 Figure 5b. Reflector Mounting Guidelines between the detector and the reflector, (A minimum of 10°
10ϒ maximum off perpendicular should be considered), and make certain
that the glass is smooth, clear and mounted securely. The
optical line of sight complete reflector blockage test can be used to determine if
the installation is acceptable. See Testing and Maintenance
Section of this manual.
REFLECTOR

Where high ceilings (in excess of 30 feet or 9.1 meters) are

present additional beams may be required to detect smoke
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Mounting Considerations for Single Ended Beam Wiring Installation Guidelines

Detectors Always install all wiring in compliance with the National
There must be a permanent clear line of vision between the Electrical Code, and/or the applicable local codes, and any
detector and the reflector. Reflective objects must not be special requirements of the local authority having jurisdic-
near the line of vision between the detector and reflector. tion. Proper wire gauges and suitable means for strain relief
Reflective objects too near to the line of sight can reflect should be used. The conductors used to connect beam
the light beam from the transmitter to the receiver. If this smoke detectors to control panels and accessory devices
occurs, the detector will not be able to distinguish these should be color-coded to reduce the likelihood of wiring
reflections from those of the reflector and the protected errors. Improper connections can prevent a system from
space will be compromised. Reflective objects should be responding properly in the event of a fire.
a minimum of 15 inches (38.1cm) from the line of sight
between the detector and reflector. In cases where reflective Installation wire used for the beam detector shall be no
objects cannot be avoided, the complete reflector blockage smaller than 22 AWG (1.0 mm2). For best system perfor-
test can be used to determine if the installation is accept- mance, all wiring should be twisted pair and installed in
able. See Testing and Maintenance Section of this manual. separate grounded conduit. Do NOT mix fire system wiring
in the same conduit as any other electrical wiring. Shielded
Light sources of extreme intensity such as sunlight and hal- cable may be used to provide additional protection against
ogen lamps, if directed at the receiver, can cause a dramatic electrical interference.
signal change resulting in fault and alarm signals. To prevent
this problem direct sunlight into the transmitter/receiver When installing the beam smoke detector in applications
unit should be avoided. There should be a minimum of 10° where the head unit will be mounted to either a wall or
between the pathway of the light source and detector and the ceiling using the multi-mount kit (BEAMMMK) flexible
the line of sight between detector and reflector. conduit will be used. The surface mount kit (BEAMSMK)
and multi-mount kit (BEAMMMK) must be installed with
Operation of the detector through panes of glass should the cable before wiring the unit, according to the instruc-
be avoided. Since single ended beam detectors operate on tions supplied with the kit.
a reflection principle, a pane of glass perpendicular to the
line of sight between the detector and the reflector can When the detector has been mounted over a recessed junc-
reflect the light beam from the transmitter to the receiver. tion box, all wiring should be routed out of the box and
If this occurs, the detector will not be able to distinguish behind the detector to the bottom of the detector where
these reflections from those of the reflector and the pro- the terminal blocks are located. When installing the wir-
tected space will be compromised. ing in the junction box be sure to leave enough wire in the
box to connect to the terminal blocks. (Approximately 9″
Panes of glass will also absorb some of the light as it (23cm) of wire outside of the junction box will be required
passes through it. This absorption of light will reduce the for proper installation). All wiring to the detector is done
acceptable installed distance between the detector and the via pluggable terminal blocks. In order to properly make
reflector. electrical connections strip approximately 1/4″ (6mm) of
insulation from the end of the wire, sliding the bare end of
In cases where operation through panes of glass cannot the wire under the clamping plate screw.
be avoided some specific installation practices can help to
minimize the effects of the glass. These practices include: Figure 6 shows all the wiring connections to the transmitter/
avoid penetration of multiple panes of glass, position the receiver unit. Figure 7 shows the proper wiring diagram for
glass so that it is not perpendicular to the line of sight either class A or class B operation. Figure 8 shows the con-
nections that are necessary when using one of the optional
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 remote test stations (RTS451 or RTS451KEY). Figure 9 Figure 7. Wiring Diagram
shows the remote output for alarm indication.

WARNING: D
 isable the zone or system before applying
power to the beam detector to prevent unwant-
ed alarms. When applying power to the beam
detector before the alignment procedure has
been completed the detector may enter alarm
or fault.

Figure 6. Wiring Connections at Detector

T3 T2 T1

LISTED + –
+ – + –
REMOTE
POWER
SOURCE
+ –
* Only used for – +
FSB-200S. See
electrical ratings.
FROM PANEL OR COMMUNICATION LINE TO NEXT
PREVIOUS DEVICE 32 VDC MAX. DEVICE
TWISTED PAIR IS
RECOMMENDED.

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Figure 8. Wiring Diagram (RTS451)

FSB-200/FSB-200S
T3 T2 T1
T1-1 Power In + Power Out + T1-3
Pin 1
T1-2 Power In – Power Out – T1-4
Pin 2
T2-1 Remote Alarm Out
TEST OPTION (+)
TEST OPTION (–)
REMOTE TROUBLE OUT
Not used
REMOTE ALARM OUT
AUX (–)
TEST INPUT
RESET I NPUT

SLC
SLC
SLC
SLC

Pin 4 T2-2
AUX (–)
(+)
(–)
(+)
(–)

T2-4 Reset Input

Pin 3
T2-3
Pin 5 Test Input
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T3-3
Remote Trouble Output
RTS451/KEY
Optional Yellow LED
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Figure 9. Wiring Diagram (RTS451)

FSB-200S

SLC (+)
Alarm
Signal T2-1
Circuit
(Note 1)

Red
T2-2
SLC (–)

Note 1: See electrical ratings section of this

manual for circuit output ratings.
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 Installation / Alignment brightly colored object on the wall near the reflector to
Reference Figures 10 through 14 for installation, alignment, aide in seeing the reflector in the alignment mirror.
and maintenance.
3. Once the reflector has been located, begin to adjust both
The alignment of the FSB-200/FSB-200S is divided into four the horizontal and vertical alignment knobs so that the
steps: coarse alignment, fine adjustment, final gain adjust- reflector becomes centered in the alignment mirror. Take
ment, and final verification. It is necessary for all four care in this step. If the optics are incorrectly aligned in
steps to be executed properly to ensure proper alignment this step, it will not be possible to proceed with the fine
of the product. If the detector and reflector are mounted per adjustment step.
Mounting Locations and Mounting Instructions sections of
this manual and the alignment procedures are executed Step 2. Fine Adjustment
properly, false alarms and nuisance trouble signals will be Refer to Figures 10 through 12 for this step.
minimized.
In this step you will be fine-tuning the optics to the reflec-
Pre-Alignment Checklist tor. To provide feedback of the signal level coming from the
• Insure that both the detector and reflector are mounted reflector the dual digital display readout will be used. Due
securely to stable surfaces. to the large distance range that the detector can operate
• Insure that all wiring is correct. over it is necessary that the detector operate with many dif-
• Insure that terminal blocks are fully seated into their ferent settings of “electronic amplifier gain”. The detector
receptacles on the detector. is capable of determining the appropriate gain setting and
• Complete any wiring dressing to minimize movement then setting it itself via on-board processing algorithms.
to the detector once the alignment procedure is com- There are no external gain settings on the detector that
pleted. must be set by the operator. Periodically throughout the
• Insure that the appropriate number of reflectors are fine adjustment step the detector will need to re-adjust its
used for the installed distance. Distances between 230 “electronic amplifier gain” setting. When this occurs it will
& 328 Feet (70 - 100m) require additional reflectors (4 be indicated by the dual digital readout as “- -”. When this
total). The BEAMLRK accessory should be used in these occurs, cease any further adjustment until the display again
cases. reads a number value.
• Insure that the line of sight between the detector and
reflector is clear and that reflective objects are not too 1. Insure that neither you nor any other objects are in the
near. See Mounting Instructions for more details. line of sight between the detector and the reflector.
• Insure that both the detector and reflector are mounted
within their operational parameters for off axis angles. 2. Depress the Alignment switch once. Both the digital dis-
See Mounting Instructions for more details. play and the yellow LED should turn on indicating that
• Disable the zone or system to prevent unwanted alarms alignment mode has been entered. The display should
before applying power. begin reading “- -” signifying an electronic gain adjust-
• Insure power to the detector is “ON”. ment. After a few moments the display will indicate a
• Insure that the appropriate address is set on the code numeric value near 20. If the display reads “Lo” then
wheels. the detector is not receiving enough light from the reflec-
tor. Go back and repeat the course alignment step and
You are now ready to begin the alignment procedure. verify that the proper number of reflectors is used for the
installed distance.
Step 1. Coarse Alignment
Refer to Figures 11 and 12 for this step. NOTE: The display will continue to read “Lo” until the
detector receives enough light from the reflector to
1. Insure that both of the optics lock-down screws are loos- continue with the fine adjustment step.
ened so that the optics will move freely.
NOTE: In alignment mode (indicated by the yellow LED
2. Looking through the alignment mirror at both the align- and the numeric display) the sensitivity select and
ment sight and reflector simultaneously locate the posi- test switches are disabled.
tion of the reflector in the optical sight. This step will
require some practice. It is necessary to train your eyes 3. With the display reading a numeric value, begin adjust-
to shift focus between the reflector and the mirror in ing the horizontal and vertical alignment knobs one at
order to locate the reflector. If the distance between the a time in the direction that increases the numeric signal
reflector and the detector is large it is helpful to place a level on the display. Continue adjusting each axis one
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 at a time going back and forth between them until a NOTE: The housing contains a gasket seal that protects
peak value is indicated. If a value of 90 is achieved, the the detector circuitry from corrosion and moisture
detector will re-adjust the electronic gain once again. sources. To insure that the gasket seal performs
This will be indicated by a “- -” reading on the display. correctly it is necessary to fully tighten all four of
When this happens halt any further adjustment until the the screws that hold the outer housing in place.
display again reads a numeric value. This process may
occur more than once during the fine adjustment step. 3. Remove the protective film from the front surface of the
outer housing.
NOTE: Each time the display reads a value of 90 or greater
the detector will reduce the electronic gain. Each 4. To initiate the final electronic gain adjustment, the reset
time the display reads a value of 10 or less the switch must be depressed. Once depressed the yellow
detector will increase the electronic gain. LED will begin to blink. This indicates that the detector
is adjusting the electronic gain setting. Once complete,
4. Once satisfied that it is not possible to achieve a higher the yellow LED will stop blinking and the green LED will
reading on the display depress the alignment switch to begin blinking. This indicates that the gain adjustment
complete the fine adjustment step. The digital display was successful.
readout will turn “OFF” and the yellow LED will remain
“ON”. NOTE: Use caution not to block the line of sight between
the detector and reflector in this step.
NOTE: It may not be possible to achieve a value near 90
on the display during the last adjustment iteration. 5. Install the outer aesthetic ring by snapping it onto the
The final value of the display will not likely be outer housing.
near 90. This is normal. It is due to the detector
reducing its electronic gain each time a value of 90 NOTE: If the outer aesthetic ring has been painted insure
is achieved. When this occurs the detector resumes that the paint is completely dry before proceeding
with less electronic gain than previously when 90 with this step.
was achieved. Less gain makes it more difficult
to achieve higher values. Final values anywhere Step 4. Final Verification
between 20 and 90 are acceptable if no further This step is required to insure the detector has been setup cor-
increase can be achieved. rectly and will detect smoke at the proper sensitivity level.

NOTE: The alignment procedure is not complete yet. 1. With the detector functioning (indicated by the green
LED blinking), completely block the reflector with an
At this time it is possible to set the sensitivity of the detec- opaque material. (Due to the high optical efficiency of
tor using the sensitivity switch and digital display. See the the reflector the selection of the opaque material used
Sensitivity Selection section of this manual for further details. to block the reflector is not critical. Acceptable mate-
rials include, but aren’t limited to, this manual or the
Step 3. Final Gain Adjustment cardboard packaging inserts.) See Figure 14. The detec-
Refer to Figure 13 for this step. tor should enter the fault condition (indicated by the
fault relay and the yellow LED (see Appendix I). If the
In this step, the detector will electronically adjust its inter- detector does not enter the trouble condition there is a
nal gain one final time. It is necessary to complete this problem with the installation refer to the troubleshoot-
step with the outer housing installed since the housing will ing section in Appendix I for further assistance.
change the amount of light received from the reflector.
2. Complete a sensitivity test of the detector. Refer to the
1. Tighten the optics lock down screws so the optics are Sensitivity Testing section of this manual for the appro-
secure. priate procedure.

2. Install the outer housing of the detector. The housing is 3. If the orange sticky paper was used to aid in the loca-
installed by tightening four screws, one in each corner tion of the reflector in the alignment mirror it should be
of the housing. The screws are captivated in the plastic removed now. It is no longer necessary.
of the housing and cannot fall out during assembly.
Congratulations. You have completed the final installation
and alignment procedure.

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 Figure 10. Switch Locations Figure 12. Coarse Alignment Procedure

EYE

ALIGNMENT

SENSITIVITY

TEST
CODE SWITCH
TENS ONES

REFLECTOR

RESET

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Figure 13. Housing Screw Locations

STYLE 7 ISOLATOR SHUNTS
(SHOWN DISABLED)

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Figure 11. Alignment Adjustment Locations

ALIGNMENT MIRROR

ALIGNMENT GUNSIGHT
ALIGNMENT
POSITION
INDICATOR SCREW SCREW
LOCATIONS LOCATIONS

DIGITAL SIGNAL
STRENGTH
READOUT

OPTICS HORIZONTAL
LOCK-DOWN ADJUSTMENT
SCREWS
RESET
SWITCH

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VERTICAL
ADJUSTMENT Short Circuit Isolation
C0264-00
The detector includes an on-board circuit isolator that
allows for NFPA72 style 7 operation. In cases where style 7
operation is not desired the isolator can be disabled using
the two shunts on the circuit board. See Figure 10 for jump-
er locations. When the jumpers are present the isolator is
disabled. This is the default state.

Sensitivity Selection
The detector has six sensitivity selections. Each of these
selections is only acceptable over a specific distance sepa-
ration between the detector and the reflector per UL268.
The chart below is used to determine which selections are

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 acceptable for your installed distance. The sensitivity of Sensitivity Testing
the detector can be set only when the housing is removed NOTE: Before testing, notify the proper authorities that the
and the detector is not in the fine adjustment step of the smoke detector system is undergoing maintenance,
alignment mode, indicated by the illumination of the dual and therefore the system will be temporarily out
digital display. To set the sensitivity depress the sensitivity of service. Disable the zone or system undergoing
button one time. See Figure 10. Once the switch is pressed maintenance to prevent unwanted alarms.
the digital display will illuminate and read the current
sensitivity setting in percent obscuration. To change the Detectors must be tested after installation and following
sensitivity continue to depress the sensitivity switch until periodic maintenance. The sensitivity of the FSB-200/FSB-
the desired setting is achieved. The digital display will turn 200S may be tested as follows:
off automatically if no further switch presses occur.
NOTE: Before testing the detector, check for the presence
Sensitivity % Display Acceptable Acceptable of the flashing green LED at the receiver, making
Setting Obscuration Reading Distance Distance sure not to disturb or block the beam. If it does not
Between Between
Detector Detector flash and the detector is not in trouble or alarm,
and and power has been lost to the detector (check the wir-
Reflector Reflector
(Feet) (meters) ing).
Level 1 25 25 16.4 to 120 5.0 to 36.6
A. Calibrated Test Filter
Level 2 30 30 25 to 150 7.6 to 45.7
The sensitivity of the detector can be tested using an
Level 3 40 40 60 to 220 18.3 to 67
opaque material to cover the reflector by an amount indi-
Level 4 50 50 80 to 328 24.4 to 100
cated by the graduated scale on the reflector. (Due to the
Acclimate 30 to 50 A1 80 to 150 24.4 to 45.7 high optical efficiency of the reflector the selection of the
Level 1
opaque material used to block the reflector is not critical.
Acclimate 40 to 50 A2 80 to 220 24.4 to 67
Level 2 Acceptable materials include, but aren’t limited to, this
manual or the cardboard packaging inserts.)
In addition to the four standard sensitivity selections the
detector has two Acclimate settings. When either of these Refer to Figure 14 for this procedure.
settings is chosen the detector will automatically adjust its
sensitivity using advanced software algorithms to select the 1. Verify the sensitivity setting of the detector in % obscura-
optimum sensitivity for the environment. The sensitivity tion. See the Sensitivity Selection section of this manual
will be continuously adjusted within the ranges specified for sensitivity determination if sensitivity is unknown.
in the chart above.
2. Place the blocking material over the reflector, lining it
Sensitivity up with the graduated marks that are 10 less than the
Total obscuration can be converted to percent per foot, detector’s setting in % obscuration. The detector should
assuming uniform smoke density for the entire length of not alarm or fault. Keep the material in place for a mini-
the beam. The charts below converts total obscuration to mum of 1 minute.
percent per foot for all acceptable sensitivity settings.
3. Place the blocking material over the reflector lining it
Sensitivity in %/Ft. vs. Distance up with the graduated marks that are 10 more than the
(assumes uniform smoke distribution) detectors setting in % obscuration. The detector should
2.0
enter alarm within 1 minute.
Obscuration (%/Ft.)

30% Setting

1.5
40% Setting

1.0
50% Setting

0.5
25% Setting
0.0
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350
Distance in Feet

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 Figure 14. Reflector Test Card Procedure B. Test Switch
LINE UP EDGE OF The detector can be tested using the local test switch on
TEST CARD WITH
APPROPRIATE the transmitter/receiver unit or remotely using the remote
OBSCURATION LEVEL
test station.

The remote test station, RTS451 or RTS451KEY, can be used

with the FSB-200/FSB-200S beam smoke detector. Follow
instructions included with the test station for proper use.
See Figure 8 (Remote Test Station) for wiring diagram.

The FSB-200S is equipped with an integral sensitivity test

feature that consists of a calibrated test filter attached to
a servo motor inside the detector optics. When a test is
initiated using the remote test station or local test switch
the test filter is moved in the pathway of the light beam.
The on-board microprocessor then determines if the proper
level of signal reduction is received at the receiver. If the
proper level of signal reduction is received the detector will
enter alarm. If the proper level of signal reduction was not
achieved, indicating that the sensitivity of the detector is
out of tolerance, the detector will enter the trouble condi-
MOVE TEST CARD
TO DESIRED AMOUNT tion.
OF OBSCURATION

C0267-00
Always perform a complete reflector blockage test as in step
4 of the Installation/Alignment procedure to insure that the
4. The detector can be reset with the reset switch on the pathway between the detector and reflector is clear.
detector unit or remote reset.
NOTE: For the FSB-200 this test does not satisfy the
5. Notify the proper authorities that the system is back on requirements of NFPA72 for periodic maintenance
line. and sensitivity verification of beam type detectors.
For the FSB-200S this test in conjunction with the
If the detector fails this test several steps should be taken complete reflector blockage test (see step 4 of the
to determine if the detector is faulty or simply needs to be Installation/Alignment procedure in this manual)
re-adjusted before returning the unit. These steps include: does satisfy the requirements of NFPA72 for peri-
odic maintenance and sensitivity verification of
1. Verify all wiring connections and appropriate power is beam type detectors.
applied to the detector.
If the detector fails this test several steps should be taken
2. Verify that the optical line of sight is free from obstruc- to determine if the detector is faulty or simply needs to be
tions and reflective objects. re-adjusted before returning the unit. These steps include:

3. Apply the maintenance procedure in this manual. 1. Verify all wiring connections and appropriate power is
Repeat the test procedure. If the detector still fails the applied to the detector.
test procedure proceed with step 4.
2. Verify that the optical line of sight is free from obstruc-
4. Repeat the alignment procedure in this manual. If the tions and reflective objects.
alignment procedure is successful repeat the test pro-
cedure. If the detector still fails the test it should be 3. Apply the maintenance procedure in this manual.
returned. Repeat the test procedure. If the detector still fails the
test procedure proceed with step 4.
NOTE: For the FSB-200S the external power supply must
be connected for the test switch to work. 4. Repeat the alignment procedure in this manual. If the
alignment procedure is successful repeat the test pro-

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 cedure. If the detector still fails the test it should be 2. Carefully clean the reflector. A damp soft cloth with a
returned for repair. mild soap may be used. Avoid products with solvents or
ammonia.
NOTE: For the FSB-200S, the external power supply must
be connected for the test switch to work. 3. Notify the proper authorities that the system is back on
line.
Maintenance
NOTE: Before cleaning the detector, notify the proper Painting
authorities that the smoke detector system is undergoing The outer aesthetic ring may be painted using a spray or
maintenance, and therefore the system will be temporar- brush type paint of appropriate type. See specification sec-
ily out of service. Disable the zone or system undergoing tion of this manual for paint types.
maintenance to prevent unwanted alarms.
NOTE: Never paint the flat lens surface of the outer
1. Carefully clean the outer housing lens face. A damp soft housing.
cloth with a mild soap may be used. Avoid products with
solvents or ammonia. Special Note Regarding Smoke Detector Guards
Smoke detectors are not to be used with detector guards
unless the combination has been evaluated and found suit-
able for that purpose.

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 Modes *Red Yellow and Remote *Green Remote Alarm Dual Digital Display Initiating means Comments & Troubleshooting Tips
See Note Trouble Output See Note Below Output
Below
Normal Off Off Blink Blink Off Successful completion of

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initialization or detector reset
Alignment Off On Blink Blink On, Relative amount of signal Alignment Switch
0-99, or – if automatic gain
resetting, or Lo if signal is
too low
Alarm On Off Off On Off Smoke, Test Filter, RTS451
Test Stations

Trouble-Drift Comp Off 3 Quick Blinks Blink Blink Off Long Term Drift Reference • Sunlight into detector or reflector.
Elevated Signal Out of Range • Re-Align detector.
Trouble-Drift Comp Off 2 Quick Blinks Blink Blink Off Long Term Drift Reference • Clean detector and reflector.
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Trouble-Signal Off 2 Quick Blinks Blink Blink Off Increase of Reflected Signal • Inspect line of sight between detector and
Over Range reflector for reflective objects in the pathway.
Trouble-Beam Off 4 Quick Blinks Blink Blink Off Beam Blockage • Remove blockage.
Blockage Initial • Faulty unit.
Response
Trouble-Beam On 4 Quick Blinks Blink On Off Beam Blockage • Remove blockage.
Blockage Long • Faulty unit.
Term Response
Initialization- Off Blink until complete Blink Blink Off Apply Power from
Power on discharged state.

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Appendix I. Operation Modes and Troubleshooting Guide

Initialization- Off Blink until complete Blink Blink Off Depressing RESET switch
alignment exit after alignment
Local Test On Blinks out amount of Off On Off Panel or RTS451/KEY Remains in alarm until reset or time-out
(FSB-200S) drift used
Pass Result
Local Test Off On until reset or Blink Blink Off Panel or RTS451/KEY test Remains in fault until reset or time-out
(FSB-200S) time-out input
Fail Result
Local Test Off On until reset or Blink Blink Off Panel or RTS451/KEY test Remains in fault until reset or time-out
(FSB-200) time-out input
Fail
Local Test On Blinks out amount of Off On Off Panel or RTS451/KEY Remains in alarm until reset or time-out
(FSB-200) drift used
Pass Result

Note: Green and Red LEDs are controlled by the control panel.
<90%
<80%
<70%
<60%
<50%
<40%
<30%
<20%
<10%
drifted

<100%
Percent the
detector has
remote test:
has passed a local

9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
None
output
Number
of blinks
Output once the device
Blinks output by Yellow
LED and Remote Trouble

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6.190″

4.345″

Scale = 1:1

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 Appendix III. Reflector Drilling Template

5.512″
(140mm)

8.465″
(215mm)

Scale = 1:1

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 Please refer to insert for the Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems
FCC Statement
This projected beam smoke detector has been tested and found to comply frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against tions. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio interference at his own expense.
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