Autronica KD485 User Manual

Interactive Fire Alarm System
Installation & Commissioning

Handbook, User Guide
Modbus Interface Module BSL-330
AutroCom Protocol Version 1.1
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P-BSL330/IE
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ..................................................................... 3
1.1 About the Handbook ..........................................................................3
1.2 The Reader ........................................................................................3
1.3 Terms and Abbreviations...................................................................3
1.4 The Product .......................................................................................4
1.5 Overview ............................................................................................5
1.6 Typical Application .............................................................................5
1.7 Reference Documentation .................................................................6
2. The Modbus Interface Module ....................................... 7

2.1 Description .........................................................................................7
2.2 Specifications.....................................................................................8
2.3 Dimensions ........................................................................................8
2.4 Indicators & Buttons on the Front Panel ............................................9
2.5 Dip-switches – Overview....................................................................9
3. Preparing for Commissioning........................................ 10

3.1 Introduction ........................................................................................10
3.2 Dip-switch Settings ............................................................................10
3.3 Cable Connections.............................................................................11
3.4 Entering Executive Mode ...................................................................12
3.5 Setting Parameters / Configuration Program.....................................13
4. Installation....................................................................... 14
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................14
4.2 Mounting the BSL-330 Module ..........................................................15
4.3 Connecting the RS-232 Serial Interface Cable..................................16
4.4 Overview - Cable Connections ..........................................................16
5. Commissioning ............................................................... 17
5.1 Overview ............................................................................................17
5.2 Step-by-step Procedure .....................................................................18
5.3 How to Use the AutroSafe Data and Registers .................................19
5.3.1 Communication........................................................................19
5.3.2 Information Available to the PLC .............................................20
5.3.3 Interpreting and Handling Information in the List.....................20
5.3.4 AutroSafe Slave Address ........................................................21
5.3.5 Fault Handling..........................................................................21
Installation & Commissioning Handbook, User Guide, AutroSafe Interactive Fire Alarm System, P-BSL330/IE,
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5.4 Modbus Register Mapping .................................................................21

5.4.1 Register Allocation Summary ..................................................21
5.4.2 Slave Status Register (Input Register 1) .................................22
5.4.3 Detector Information (Input Registers 48 to 4144) ..................23
5.4.4 Command Register (Read/Write Holding Register 1) .............24
5.4.5 Date & Time Register (Read/Write Holding Registers 2 &
3) 24
6. Appendix.......................................................................... 25
6.1 Terms and Abbreviations...................................................................25
7. Reader’s Comments ....................................................... 27
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Introduction
1. Introduction
1.1 About the Handbook

This handbook is intended to provide all necessary information for the
installation and commissioning of the Modbus Interface Module
BSL-330, hereby called the BSL-330 module.
The commissioning section gives guidelines on how to use the specific

AutroSafe configuration data and mapping registers to perform the
register mapping and configuration / programming of various external
PLC equipment (Programmable Logic Controllers).
1.2 The Reader

The handbook is intended to be used by trained service and technical
personnel who are responsible for the installation and commissioning
of external PLC equipment used with the AutroSafe Interactive Fire
Alarm System.
We assume that the reader has the following basic knowledge.

• AutroSafe functionality
• AutroSafe Configuration Data (output from the AutroSafe
Configuration Tool, configuration files)
1.3 Terms and Abbreviations

The handbook deals with AutroSafe-related terms and abbreviations.
For further information on definitions, refer to the System Specification

and Operator's Handbook for the AutroSafe Interactive Fire Alarm
System. Some of these terms and abbreviations are also listed in
Appendix in this handbook.
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Introduction
1.4 The Product

The BSL-330 module is an RS-232/422/485 interface module used to
interface various PLC equipment (Programmable Logic Controllers) to
the AutroSafe Interactive Fire Alarm System. Refer to detailed
description and specification in section 2 in this handbook.
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Introduction
1.5 Overview
AutroSafe – BS-320 / BC-320
ALARM 19:23
AUTROSAFE
S e lfVe rify Modbus Interface Module
Fault
BSL-330
Function Disabled
Mute Panel
Function Delayed
More Events Silence Alarms
Fire Brig. Signalled
Power Reset
Testing
1 2 3
Fire Brig. Disabled
Fire Brig. Fault
System Fault
Serial Port
4
7
5
8
6
9
PLC Equipment
Alarms Disabled Communication
Alarms Fault C 0
Board
EAU-321 i
1.6 Typical Application
The drawing below shows a typical application of the BSL-330 module.
BSL-330
Slave Slave Master
PORT 1 PORT 2
RS-485 RS-485 RS-485
device device device
TX
AutroSafe 1 P2 GND 6 GND GND GND
2 Protocol 5 Cable shield

CHASSIS CHASSIS CHASSIS
RX Converter RXB
3 4 B B B
RXA
4 3 A A A
TX TXB
RX 5 2
TXA
GND 6 P1 GND 1
P2 driver
control External wires convert the BSL-330’s 4-wire
Power Supply + +
Power Switch RS-485 port to a 2-wire RS-485 port.
7-35V DC - - Input SW1=ON prevents Master receiving back its
ON
1 2 3 4 own transmission. If no ”chassis” terminal is provided,
use cable shield as the GND wire.
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Introduction
1.7 Reference Documentation

In addition to this handbook, Autronica Fire and Security offers the
following documentation:
Handbook Item Number

System Specification P-ASAFE/XE
Installation Handbook, Fire Alarm Control Panel (BS-310/320) / Controller (BC-320) P-ASAFE-FA/DE
Installation Handbook, Operator Panel (BS-330) P-ASAFE-OP/DE
Installation Handbook, Repeater Panel (BU-320) / Information Panel (BV-320) P-ASAFE-RI/DE
Installation Handbook, Battery Cabinet (SY-310) P-ASAFE-BC/DE
Commissioning Handbook P-ASAFE/EE
Operator’s Handbook, Fire Alarm Control Panel (BS-310/320) / Operator Panel (BS-330) P-ASAFE-FO/FE
Operator's Handbook, Repeater Panel (BU-320) P-ASAFE-FB/FE
Operator's Handbook, Information Panel (BV-320) P-ASAFE-IN/FE
Shortform User Guide P-ASAFE-SH/LE
Shortform Configuration Guide (for the AutroSafe Demo Board) P-ASAFE-SH/VE
Wall Chart P-ASAFE-WE/LX
Wall Chart P-ASAFE-CH/LX
Menu Structure P-ASAFE/MX
User Guide, Loop Diagnostic Tool, AS-2000 P-ASAFE-AS/FE
User Guide, Loop Simulator Tool P-ASAFE-LS/FE
User Guide, Loop Calculator Tool P-ASAFE-LC/FE
User Guide, Merge Tool P-ASAFE-MT/FE
User Guide, Power Calculator Sheet P-ASAFE-PC/FE
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The Modbus Interface Module
2. The Modbus Interface Module
2.1 Description
The BSL-330 module is an RS-232/422/485 interface module used to
interface various PLC equipment (Programmable Logic Controllers) to
the AutroSafe Interactive Fire Alarm System. The module is both a
physical and a logic protocol converter. At the physical connection
level, it transforms an RS232 connection to an RS485 or RS422
connection. This is convenient as this type of connection is safer in
noisy environments.
The module is connected to the AutroSafe via the AutroCom protocol.

It communicates with both protocols by means of the conversion
software.
A master Modbus device polls the BSL-330 module for reading its
registers. It expects a response within a defined time period.
Communication can be over various serial mediums. The one used
here is the MODBUS RTU protocol over an RS485 link. The
communication is set at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bits and no
parity.
The BSL-330 module allows:

• detector statuses on the AutroSafe to be made available to a
Modbus PLC
• users to send basic commands to the AutroSafe from a Modbus
PLC
The Modbus PLC acts as “master” to the BSL-330, and the AutroSafe
as “slave” to the BSL-330. The AutroSafe appears to the Modbus PLC
as a Modbus slave.
For information on Communication, refer to section 5.3.1.
The BSL-330 module has the following features:
• DIN-rail enclosure with removable screw terminals; fits 35mm

symmetric rails
• DC power input in the range +7V to +35V; uses a high efficiency
switching power supply
• Two serial ports: Port 1 and Port 2; isolated from each other and
from the power supply
• Port 1 is RS-232; Port 2 is RS-422/485
• Controlled slew rate drivers on RS-422/485 ports - no terminators
needed for cables shorter than 300m
• Internal pull-up/pull-down resistors on RS-422/485 ports ensure
that RS485 bus floats to a valid state when not driven
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2.2 Specifications
Ports Two asynchronous ports, TX & RX signals only.

XON/XOFF selectable.
Interface Options port 1 is RS232; port 2 is RS422/485.
RS-232 Receiver threshold + 1.5V typ. Receiver Rin 5kΩ typ.
TX o/p ±8V typ (3k load).
RS-422/485 Receiver threshold 200mV typ (differential). Receiver
Rin 12kΩ min. TX o/p 0 to + 5V (no DC load); + 2 to +
3V (120Ω ohm load).
Power supply + 7V to + 35V DC. + 12V DC Input power approx.
constant at 1-2 watts (startup current 300-600mA)
depending on model. At startup, the supply voltage
must reach 7V in <1 sec.
Isolation 64V PK, tested at >1000V AC RMS, 1 second.
Environmental Operating temperature 0 to +50C. Storage temperature
-25C to + 70C. Relative humidity (operating and
storage) 0 to 90%, non-condensing.
Ventilation Rail-mounted KD485 must have a 50mm gap above
and below.
EMC compliance Emissions EN50081-2 (94), immunity EN50082-2 (95).
Dimensions 29mm (W) x 112mm (H) x 103mm (L) approximately in
rail-mounted position, including screw terminals.
2.3 Dimensions
The drawing below shows the dimensions of the BSL-330 module.
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2.4 Indicators & Buttons on the Front Panel

The BSL-330 module has the following indicators and buttons:
Red LED - Send (TX) Port 2 (to external PLC equipment).

KD485 Blinking light (2 seconds intervals) indicates that signals are being sent.
PROG
Red LED - Receive (RX) Port 2 (to external PLC equipment).
2TX Blinking light (2 seconds intervals) indicates that signals are being received.
2RX
Red LED - Send (TX) Port 1 (to EAU-321 – AutroSafe).
1TX Blinking light (2 seconds intervals) indicates that signals are being sent.
1RX
Red LED - Receive (RX) Port 1 (to EAU-321 – AutroSafe).
EXE Blinking light (2 seconds intervals) indicates that signals are being received.
PWR
Red LED – Executive Mode (when setting paramters)
Blinking light (1 second intervals) when green button has been pressed.
Yellow LED – Steady light indicates Power ON.
Green Executive Mode button. Used to enter Executive Mode (when setting
parameters).
SYSTEMS Grey rotary switch (default factory settings - 0).
2.5 Dip-switches – Overview

For information on Dip-switch Settings, refer to 3.2.
Top View of BS-330 Module

(front side)
4
31 2
ON
(rear side)
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Preparing for Commissioning
3. Preparing for Commissioning
3.1 Introduction
Normally, the necessary preparations for commissioning are

done by Autronica Fire and Security. These preparations are
described in this section.
The necessary preparations, include the following:

• The dip-switches must be verified (factory set)
• The BSL-330 module must be connected to a 24V DC power
source
• The BSL-330 module must be connected to a computer's serial
port
• The BSL-330 module must be set to Executive Mode
• The required parameters must be set
3.2 Dip-switch Settings

The illustration below shows the dip-switch settings on the BSL-330
module.
Switch 1 = ON for RS-485 / 2-wire

Switch 1 = OFF for RS-422 / 4-wire
Switch 2 = OFF
Switch 3 = OFF
Switch 4 is not used.
The rotary switch on the front panel must be set to 0.
Top View of BS-330 Module

(front side)
4
3
1 2
ON
(rear side)
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3.3 Cable Connections

Before entering Executive Mode and setting the required parameters,
the necessary cabling must be done.
• Consult the cable drawing below.
• Connect the cable from the 24V DC power source to the connector
(Port 1) on the BSL-330 module.
• Connect the cable from the computer''s serial port to the connector
(Port 1) on the BSL-330 module.
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3.4 Entering Executive Mode

The BSL-330 module must be electronically configured before it can
be used. Configuration must be done via Port 1, which has to be set to
Executive Mode.
• To enter Executive Mode, press and hold down the green

Executive Mode button on the front panel approximately 5 seconds
until the EXE indicator starts blinking, then release it.
A few seconds later (approximately 3-4 seconds), the red EXE

indicator will blink rapidly (1second ON / 1 second OFF), and you
can start the configuration program.
KD485
PROG
2TX
2RX
1TX
1RX
EXE
EXE indicator
PWR
Green Executive
Mode button
SYSTEMS
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3.5 Setting Parameters / Configuration Program

The parameter settings for Port 1 (AutroSafe) and Port 2 (PLC) are
done by means of the KD485 Configuration Program, which is
delivered with the BSL-330 module.
• Make sure that the BSL-330 module is in Executive Mode. The

EXE indicator should be blinking rapidly. If not, communication is
not established, and you must repeat the procedure described in
the previous section (Entering Executive Mode).
• Insert the floppy disc into your harddisk drive.

• Dobbelclick on the installation icon, and the Configuration Menu will
appear on screen.
Not
to
be
used
• Set the baud rate for Port 1 (AutroSafe) to 9 600 baud, 8 bits,
1 stopbit, even parity (which is the default setup of AutroSafe).
Note that these parameters can be changed for AutroSafe by

means of the AutroSafe Configuration Tool.
• Choose RX Xon/Xoff disabled (the Xon/Xoff characters to control

data being received on Port 1)
• Choose TX Xon/Xoff disabled (the Xon/Xoff characters received by
BSL-330 control transmitted data on Port 1).
• Set the appropriate parameters for Port 2 (external PLC

equipment) according to the PLC requirement.
• Click on the highlighted button marked Update KD485 and the

message Writing new KD485 Configuration will appear on screen.
When the message disappears, and the Update KD485 button no

longer is highlighted, all parameters have been set and the
configuration is completed.
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4. Installation
4.1 Overview
The drawing below gives an overview of the screw terminals.
(Bottom view)
(Top view)
(Front panel view)
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4.2 Mounting the BSL-330 Module
For ventilation purposes, make sure that there is a free space

of minimum 50 mm above and below the BSL-330 module after
it has been rail-mounted inside the cabinet.
• Simply, snap the BSL-330 module onto the DIN rail inside the
AutroSafe Fire Alarm Control Panel BS-320.
DIN rail clip
NOTE:
If the BSL-330 module is to be removed from the rail, gently lift the front end upwards.
If necessary, use a flat screwdriver to open up the DIN rail clip. Note that very little
force is required.
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4.3 Connecting the RS-232 Serial Interface Cable

The drawing below gives an overview of the cable connections.
As shown on the drawing, Port 1 is used for the cable connection from
AutroSafe, while Port 2 is used for the connection to the external PLC
equipment.
• Consult the cable overview drawing below.
• Connect the cable from the Serial Port Interface Board

EAU-321 (inside the AutroSafe BS-320) to the connector (Port 1)
on the BSL-330 module.
If the BSL-330 module is placed outside the AutroSafe

BS-320 Fire Alarm Control Panel, the maximum distance from
the EAU-321 board to the BSL-330 module is 10 meters.
• Continue following the step-by-step procedure described in the next

section Commissioning.
4.4 Overview - Cable Connections

The drawing below gives an overview of the required cable
connections.
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5. Commissioning
5.1 Overview
The site-specific AutroSafe configuration data and the BSL-330
register mapping (Modbus register, see Modbus Register Mapping)
are used as input for the configuration of the external PLC equipment,
which is to be considered as the master modbus device.
The BSL-330 module reads all status messages from AutroSafe on a

protocol called AutroCom, and keeps the accumulated results in a list
of registers internally.
The PLC polls the BSL-330 module for reading its registers. It expects
a response within a defined time period. Communications can be over
various serial mediums. The one used here is the MODBUS RTU
protocol over an RS485 link.
The PLC takes action on some (or all) of the status messages from
AutroSafe.
The illustration below gives an overview of the data communication.
AutroSafe BSL-330 External PLC Equipment
RS-232 RS-485 (422)
Status of
UnitID Read
in fault, Modbus
Alarm, Registers
Disabled
etc.
Register 1
Register 2
Modbus Register
Config Tool
Register n
List is input for PLC Configuration,

Report:
together with BSL-330 register mapping
List of all
in this manual.
Points in
installation
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5.2 Step-by-step Procedure

The commissioning of the BSL-330 module includes the following
steps:
Step ✔
1 Complete the site-specific AutroSafe configuation by means of the AutroSafe

Configuration Tool, including:
- List of detectors / alarm points
- Cause / effect
- AutroCOM port settings (refer to Setting Parameters / Configuration Program)
- List of panels
- List of other devices
2 Download the Configuration files to AutroSafe.
3 Install and connect the BSL-330 module as described in the previous section.
4 Power up the BSL-330 module - connect the cable from the 24V DC power source
to the connector (Port 1) on the BSL-330 module (refer to the cable connections
overview on the previous page).
5 Verify that the BSL-330 module is properly connected to AutroSafe and that
connection is established.
The 1RX and 1TX indicators should blink at least every 8 seconds.
6 Complete the site-specific PLC configuration, including:
- Cause / effect
- Modbus Register Map versus AutroSafe Unit IO's (from AutroSafe
configuration file "Installation \ UnitName.txt")
- BSL-330 module port 2 settings (refer to Setting Parameters /
Configuration Program)
7 Do the necessary connections between the external PLC equipment and the
connector (Port 2) on the BSL-330 module.
8 Verify that the BSL-330 module is properly connected to the PLC and that
connection is established.
The 2RX and 2TX indicators should blink at least every 3 seconds.The exact
interval will depend on the PLC's polling period.
9 Verify all critical functions.
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5.3 How to Use the AutroSafe Data and Registers
5.3.1 Communication
The MODBUS and AUTROCOM communications are performed
independently. This means that the MODBUS master’s communication
to the BSL-330 module does not lead to a corresponding message to
the AutroSafe. The BSL-330 module continuously monitors the
MODBUS port and responds using the data available on the BSL-330
module. The BSL-330 module monitors the AUTROCOM line
independently of any MODBUS activity, and if there is a command to
be sent, it does so, using flags.
As can be seen from the illustration on the previous page, AutroSafe

status is written to the register file in BSL-330 by BSL-330 itself. This
list of register is then at regular intervals read from the Modbus
Master.
System Register 1 is to be read first, to show the actual state of the

system. A content of 0x1 shows that BSL-330 is able to present
correct information.
The Detector Information (Input Registers 48 to 4144) is then scanned

to read point status.
Writing to the AutroSafe (via BSL-330) is made through the Command

Register (Read/Write Holding Register 1), which may use Date & Time
Register (Read/Write Holding Registers 2 & 3).
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5.3.2 Information Available to the PLC

Information available to the PLC
Detector Status
• Alarm (or early warning)
• Pre-warning – in the case of gas detectors, Low gas
• Fault
• Disabled
AutroSafe Status
• Faults and Disablements in the system
Commands available to the Modbus PLC
• Silence the AutroSafe alarm bells / sirens.

• Reset the AutroSafe unit.
• Disable a detector
• Restore a detector
• Write to the AutroSafe clock
5.3.3 Interpreting and Handling Information in the List

Interpreting this list is the clue when setting up the external connection
to BSL-330 module. The register definition is defined by the tables in
the next section of this handbook (Modbus Register Mapping) .
However, some of these registers are directly dependent on the actual
AutroSafe configuration.
In AutroSafe, each detector is labeled by a Unit Name and a

corresponding Unit ID. The Unit ID is the index in the register file.
The AutroSafe configuration data for the site installation must be

available in a report, including the detector identification, (either by
point no/loop no, the tag name, the serial no or similar) and the UnitID.
The UnitID of the detector is the index in the list of registers.
A typical AutroSafe Configuration file includes the following information

(from "UnitName.txt):
0x0001 L1-Heat
0x0002 L1-MCP
0x0003 L1-Multi
0x0004 L1-Opt
The detector "L1-Opt" is then found in register 50, MSB.

Note that the sequence of detectors may be non-contiguous, leaving
some few SystemIDs unused.
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5.3.4 AutroSafe Slave Address

The MODBUS Slave address of the BSL-330 module is set during the
configuration of the BSL-330 module. It can not be changed on-line.
5.3.5 Fault Handling

At receipt of a fault from AutroSafe, the BSL-330 responds with an
Acknowledge to this fault. AutroSafe in turn replies either with a
"FAULT OK" (the fault was intermittent), or with "FAULT ACCEPTED".
In the latter case, the BSL-330 asserts the fault flag for the related
device in the register. This will reflect the fault condition of AutroSafe.
5.4 Modbus Register Mapping

This section deals with the MODBUS 3x and 4x series register map
used by the AutroSafe. Addressing begins with 0. The counting of
these registers is assumed to start from 1, though the MODBUS
communications register value starts from 0. Care should be exercised
to ensure that the communications address and the general address
are not confused.
5.4.1 Register Allocation Summary

All the data in the BSL-330 module is related to the storing of AutoSafe
Information in MODBUS registers. The structure, its MODBUS
mapping and the AutroSafe information that is stored is summarized
as follows:
KD485 structure element MODBUS AutroSafe Information Stored

slave_status Input Register 1 Slave (KD485) Status Register
detector_status[] Input Registers 48 to 4144 Detector information
command Holding Register 1 Command Register
time Holding Register 2 MS Time Register
time Holding Register 3 LS Time Register
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5.4.2 Slave Status Register (Input Register 1)

This register indicates the status of the Slave device itself, that is the
BSL-330 module. The status is updated and available to the Master
device even when the AutroSafe is unavailable.
Register Contents Command State

0x0000 System Down Prior to receiving Logon
Ack from AutroSafe
0x0001 System Functioning When logged on to
Normally AutroSafe, and receiving
Ping Ack
0x0002 Communications Error After a Link Error is
to AutroSafe detected up to receipt of
Logon Ack
0x0004 System Starting Up At Logon, set when
status is updated and
AutroSafe is not yet
started
0x200 Faults Any fault in detector or
system asserts this flag.
0x100 Disablements Any Disablement related
to detector or system
asserts this flag.
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5.4.3 Detector Information (Input Registers 48 to 4144)

Each AutroSafe input is mapped by the BSL-330 module to half a
MODBUS Input Register (8 bits). That is, two detectors share the two
bytes of the same MODBUS Input register, as follows:
Detector MODBUS Input Register

0 48 MSB
1 48 LSB
2 49 MSB
3 49 LSB
..... ..... .....
8191 4144 MSB
8191 4144 LSB
The format of each of the input register data is as follows:
Bit Meaning when set

bit 0 Alarm/High Gas Alarm
bit 1 Pre-Warning/Early Warning/Low
Gas Alarm
bit 2 Fault
bit 3 Disabled
bit 4 Not used
bit 5 Not used
bit 6 Not used
bit 7 Not used
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5.4.4 Command Register (Read/Write Holding Register 1)

This register is used to pass commands to AutroSafe. The commands
available are as follows :
Register Contents Command

0x1000 Silence Bell
0x2000 Reset
0x3000 Read System Time/Date 2)
0x4000 Write System Time/Date
0x8000 + detector number Detector disable
0xc000 + detector number Detector restore
Notes 1
Writing of time and date information must be done by two separate
commands, the first to write to holding registers with the time and date
information and then writing to the command register.
Notes 2
Read System Time is not yet implemented.
5.4.5 Date & Time Register (Read/Write Holding Registers 2 & 3)

These two registers simply store the Unix time to be transferred, that
is, seconds since Jan 1 1970, 00:00.
Note that Holding Register 1 needs to be zero when writing to register

2 and 3.
Register 2 is the Most significant half of the 32 bit value.
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Appendix
6. Appendix
6.1 Terms and Abbreviations
Term / Abbreviation Explanation

Activation To bring a component into (one of) its active activation states (depending
on type, a component may have several active activation states). Examples
of activation are turning a fire extinguisher on and making a sounder to
issue a EVACUATE or ALERT signal. Components may be activated and
deactivated either on command or on alarm.
Alarm Zone The geographical area throughout which Fire Alarm Devices give identical
alarm signals present identical audible information in response to the same
event. An alarm zone is activated by one or several Detection Zones.
The alarm zone assigned to the detection zone in alarm is called the parent
alarm zone. Fire Alarm Devices in a parent alarm zone will always give
EVACUATE signal.
To any (parent) alarm zone there may be defined a number of neighbour
alarm zones. Fire Alarm Devices in neighbour alarm zones will give alert
signal when its parent alarm zone gives EVACUATE signal.
AUTROLON Autronica’s Local Operating Network
BLC-Eq Basic Loop Controller Equipment (equipment part for all Loop Units and I/O
modules, i.e. Eq-part for Loop-Ctrl, Point-Ctrl, FPE-Ctrl etc.)
Component An assembly of one or more modules, implementing a system function.
The following components are defined in the AutroSafe Interactive Fire
Alarm System (also see detailed description of Components, Chapter 1):
• Points (fire detectors, manual call points)
• Detection Zones
• Fire Protection Equipment (fire extinguishers, ventilation controllers)
• Fire Alarm Devices (sounders, information panel, visual indicator)
• Fire Alarm Routing Equipment
• Fault Warning Routing Equipment
• Operator Panels
Condition Meaning similar to «state», but used only in conjunction with the control
and indication equipment. (EN54 standard).
Control and indicating Equipment supplying power to, as well as accepting fault and alarm signals
equipment (c.i.e) from detectors. A c.i.e. will indicate an alarm condition audibly as well as
visibly and indicate the location of danger.
Deactivation To bring a component into its inactive activation state (a component can
have only one inactive activation state). Examples of deactivation are
turning a fire extinguisher off and silencing a sounder.
Detection Loop Loop circuit connecting a number of fire detectors, manual call-points and
other Loop Units. A detector loop is connected to control and indicating
equipment.
Detection Zone One or more fire detectors and/or manual call-points logically belonging
together for geographical, functional or other reasons.
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Appendix
Term / Abbreviation Explanation

Disable(ment) When you disable an active component, for example, a sounder issuing an
alarm signal, the component will immediately switch to the OFF state
without any user notification and/or confirmation cause.
A disablement of a deactivated component, for example, a sounder not
issuing an alarm signal, will have no immediate effect on system operation.
Both activated and deactivated disabled components will remain switched
off until enabled.
Domain Network The domain network consists of a number of components, connected over
AUTROLON.
Enable(ment) Setting the arm state of a disabled deactivated component to ENABLED will
have no immediate effect on system operation. The component will remain
deactivated until its activation state is set to an active state (on alarm or on
command).
Fault Warning Routing Intermediate equipment which routes a fault warning signal from (B) to a
Equipment (FWRE) fault warning signal receiving station.
Fire Alarm Device (FAD) Equipment used to give warning of fire, for example, sounder or visual
indicator.
Fire Alarm Recieving A centre from which the necessary fire protection measures can be
Station initiated at any time.
Fire Alarm Routing Intermediate equipment which routes an alarm signal from control and
Equipment (FARE) indicating equipment to a Fire Alarm Receiving Station.
Fire Detector The part of an automatic fire detection system which constantly or at
frequent intervals monitors suitable physical and/or chemical phenomena
for detection of fires in the area under surveillance.
Fire Protection Fire control or fighting equipment, e.g. extinguishing installation.
Equipment (FPE)
Loop Unit Either a Point, and I/O-unit or and Electronic Sounder that is connected to
a Detection Loop.
Manual Call-Point A device for the manual initiation of an alarm.
Operation Zone An Operation Zone defines the scope of an Operator Panel. One operation
zone may encompass one or more detection zones. Operation zones are
allowed to be contained in other operation zones, building an hierarchy
consisting of different levels of operation zones.
Operation zones must be fully contained in each other, i.e. the operation
zone can not be partly contained in (overlap) another operation zone.
One operation zone may be controlled by more than one Operator Panel.
Point Detectors or manual call-points. Each point is assigned zone membership
on individual basis. A point can be a member of one detection zone only.
A point may signal a number of different alarm levels. A manual call-point
can only signal a Fire Alarm Level.
To each point there will be assigned a delay parameter, notifying whether
actions to be initiated upon reception of a Fire Alarm signal from the point
should be delayed or not. The delay parameter is only valid in conjunction
with Delayed Action or SOLAS.
SOLAS A program version of the AutroSafe software, spesially designed for
maritime application - Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS).
SVD Self Verifying Detection
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Interactive Fire Alarm System

Installation & Commissioning

Protecting environment, life and property...

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Autronica Fire and Security AS and its

Product names mentioned in this

2. The Modbus Interface Module ....................................... 7

3. Preparing for Commissioning........................................ 10

5.4 Modbus Register Mapping .................................................................21

7. Reader’s Comments ....................................................... 27

1.1 About the Handbook

The commissioning section gives guidelines on how to use the specific

1.2 The Reader

We assume that the reader has the following basic knowledge.

1.3 Terms and Abbreviations

For further information on definitions, refer to the System Specification

1.4 The Product

1.6 Typical Application

The drawing below shows a typical application of the BSL-330 module.

2 Protocol 5 Cable shield

1.7 Reference Documentation

Handbook Item Number

2. The Modbus Interface Module

The module is connected to the AutroSafe via the AutroCom protocol.

The BSL-330 module allows:

For information on Communication, refer to section 5.3.1.

The BSL-330 module has the following features:

• DIN-rail enclosure with removable screw terminals; fits 35mm

Ports Two asynchronous ports, TX & RX signals only.

2.4 Indicators & Buttons on the Front Panel

Red LED - Send (TX) Port 2 (to external PLC equipment).

Yellow LED – Steady light indicates Power ON.

SYSTEMS Grey rotary switch (default factory settings - 0).

2.5 Dip-switches – Overview

Top View of BS-330 Module

3. Preparing for Commissioning

Normally, the necessary preparations for commissioning are

The necessary preparations, include the following:

3.2 Dip-switch Settings

Switch 1 = ON for RS-485 / 2-wire

The rotary switch on the front panel must be set to 0.

Top View of BS-330 Module

3.3 Cable Connections

• Consult the cable drawing below.

3.4 Entering Executive Mode

• To enter Executive Mode, press and hold down the green

A few seconds later (approximately 3-4 seconds), the red EXE

3.5 Setting Parameters / Configuration Program

• Make sure that the BSL-330 module is in Executive Mode. The

• Insert the floppy disc into your harddisk drive.

Note that these parameters can be changed for AutroSafe by

• Choose RX Xon/Xoff disabled (the Xon/Xoff characters to control

• Set the appropriate parameters for Port 2 (external PLC

• Click on the highlighted button marked Update KD485 and the

When the message disappears, and the Update KD485 button no

(Front panel view)

4.2 Mounting the BSL-330 Module

For ventilation purposes, make sure that there is a free space

DIN rail clip

4.3 Connecting the RS-232 Serial Interface Cable