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Everything in view – and under control: Sinteso™ – the new compact fire control panels FC2020 and FC2040.

Building Technologies

Sinteso™: Security based on worldwideexpertise – for decades.

Sinteso™ – your advantages at a glance:

Sinteso™ is a comprehensive system for fast, reli-able fire detection, alarm signaling and control. It is designed to protect lives and assets and preventsproduction losses, thereby safeguarding your com-pany’s buildings and very survival. Sinteso not onlydefines the technological state of the art, but alsofeatures almost unlimited scalability, network capa-bility, and further development in harmony withexisting products – all in combination with a com-plete portfolio of services from Siemens.

• Comprehensive fire safetysystem

• Usability for systems ofany size or complexity

• Flexible, efficient system networks (FCnet and FDnet)

• Considerable reduction in the number of false alarms

• High system flexibility andexpandability

• Networking across all building services viaBACnet/Ethernet

Everything you need – fromsimple to complex

The Sinteso™ fire detection system wasdeveloped using decades of our experi-ence in fire protection. With the newSinteso control panels FC2020, FC2040and FC2060, a comprehensive andhomogeneous system is available in combination with the Sinteso firedetectors.

The characteristic feature of the Sintesofamily is its flexibility to meet anyrequirement. For example, up to twoloops can be connected to an FC2020control panel, and up to four loops to anFC2040, with a comprehensive range ofFDnet devices for every task. At themanagement level, connection to a dan-ger management system is possible viathe BACnet standard interface.

The result is a comprehensive firedetection system on a shared technol-ogy platform with provision for simple,open-ended expansion in the future.

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FCnet/SAFEDLINK

Sounder baseFDSB291

Alarm sounderFDS221

Fire control panelFC2020

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Fire control panel FC2020

Fire terminal FT2040

Floor repeater terminal FT2010

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DA wide-spectrum smoke detectorFDO221

Radio gatewayFDCW221*


Stub

Mimic display driver FT2001-A1*

Input moduleFDCI222

ASA linear smoke detector

FDL241-9

ASA flame detector

FDF241-9

Line separatorFDCL221

Input/output module “transponder”

FDCIO223

Manual call point

FDM223

ASA heat detector FDT241

FDnet

ASA neural fire detectorFDOOT241-9

Radio smoke detectorDOW1171 FDnet

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ASA wide-spectrum smoke detectorFDO241

Fault transmission

Floor repeater display FT2011*

Combinedsounder strobeFDS229*

Manual call point

FDM223

VESDA LaserFOCUS*

Threshold detector

Extinguishing control unit XC10*

Extinguishing valve

Manual call point

ASA neural fire detectorFDOOT241-9

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Sinteso™ – the comprehensive system with FC2020 and FC2040 control panels and FDnet devices.

The Sinteso™ fire detection system is equipped for every safety requirement. This newgeneration of fire control panels combines extremely high safety standards with state-of-the-art technology. Together with the fire terminals and the shared FCnet network, thecontrol panels represent the core elements of Sinteso.

* available with market package 1.2

FC2020-AZ

2 loops for max. 252 deviceswith power supply: 70 W

Battery capacity: max. 12 Ah1 Ethernet connection RJ45

FC2020-EZwith 1 LED display(24 display groups)

FC2020-AA

FC2040-AA FC2040-AEwith 2 LED display(48 display groups)

FC2040-AGwith 4 LED display(96 display groups)

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FT2040-EZwith 1 LED display(24 display groups)

FC2020-AEwith 2 LED display(48 display groups)



Power supply: 70 W(optional)

Battery capacity: max. 7 Ah 1 Ethernet connection RJ45

Power supply: 70 W(optional)

Battery capacity: max. 7 Ah 1 Ethernet connection RJ45

Whether small and compact or modular and customiz-able, Sinteso™ control panels are the heart of the sys-tem. They process all messages generated by the sys-tem, and trigger alarm signals and complex controlprocesses. The extremely simple user interface withuser prompting lets you check the system statusquickly, either locally or by remote access. Sincerequirements vary depending on the building andapplication, different control panels are available fordifferent areas of application.

Control panels with “Comfort” housingFC2020 Control panels with “Standard” housing

FT2040 Fire terminals with “Eco” housing

FTO2001-A1Event printer

Can be installed in FC2020-AZ,FC2020-AA, FC2020-AE,FC2040-AA, FC2040-AE,FC2040-AG, FT2040-AZ

FH2002-A1Standard empty housing

FCM2006-A1with 2 LED display(48 display groups)

For optional usee.g. for additional batteries

For retrofitting For retrofitting

FCM2007-A1with 4 LED display(96 display groups)

Add-on controlsOptions (examples)

FC2040 Control panels with “Comfort” housing

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Providing fire protection thatsets the standards – fromdetectors to control panels

When it comes to reliable detection,rapid signaling and correct reaction,Sinteso sets the standards in all three of these areas.

At the field level, for example, Sintesouses state-of-the-art fire detectors, andASAtechnology™ guarantees againstfalse alarms. Fast, fault-tolerant networktechnology ensures a very high level of security in communication betweenFDnet devices and the control panel.

The control panels allow simple, intu-itive operation, plain text displays andunambiguous instructions – all of which reduce your stress in the event of an alarm.

Supporting all your needs –from risk analysis to service

We start by developing the optimumsolution – both technically and econom-ically – to match the individual risk profile of the building or system. Weinclude everything from operator train-ing to service and modernization.

Efficiency – throughout theentire life cycle

Economy with Sinteso starts right from the installation phase, whether it involves the simple installation ofdetectors or automatic configuration of the fire control panel. Moreover, thestandard user interface of all controlunits results in shorter training times for operating personnel.

Efficiency is also a key factor in theoperating phase. For example, theFDnet-powered devices such as floorrepeater terminals require no additionalcabling for power supply. We can alsoprovide remote access to the controlpanels for quick and simple support for

system operation. This is very useful, forexample, when fire detection zones needto be reconnected after building renova-tion work.

Safety that goes further –throughout your building

All Sinteso control panels can be net-worked with a danger management sys-tem. This can be used for monitoring and control of security systems, such asfire detection, intrusion, access and CCTVsurveillance systems. Security serviceand reception personnel can keep awatchful eye on everything from a con-trol room.

The standard method of networking is via Ethernet using the BACnet communi-cations protocol, an ideal foundation forintegration of the control panels into aSiemens danger management system.

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FCnet stations for differentrequirements.What is your type?

Requirements for fire detection technology depend on the size and scale of the building. As a result,requirements for the fire control panels also varydepending on the area of use. To ensure that the right control panel is always available to suit the various applications, Sinteso™ offers different FCnetstations that can be networked with one another.

• Customized control panels for different areas of use,whether the building is largeor small, simple or complex

• Fire terminals for additional,remote system user inter-faces, such as in the securitymonitoring room or thereception area

• Simple networking of controlpanels and fire terminals – up to 16 FCnet stations

• Expandable networking viaEthernet

How Sinteso™ controlpanels benefit you:

FC2020 – the control panel for small-scale applications

The design of the FC2020 fire controlpanel is extremely small and compact.Up to two Sinteso™ loops or four stubscan be connected to accommodate amaximum of 252 FDnet devices such asfire detectors, alarms or floor repeaterdisplays. Via FCnet, the FC2020 can alsobe networked with Sinteso control pan-els that are of the same design or morepowerful. The FC2020 is particularlysuitable for the following applications:

• small hotels• workshops• banks and branch post offices• museums• small-scale industrial operations• retirement and nursing homes• schools

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FC2040 – the control panel formedium-sized applications

The FC2040 fire control panel is theright choice for medium-sized areas of use. It can be connected to up to four Sinteso loops or eight stubs, thus accommodating up to 504 FDnetdevices. This provides a good foundationfor protecting medium-sized buildings.Since the FC2040 can be networked, itcan also be used for monitoring exten-sive building complexes. Some examplesof practical applications:

• medium-sized industrial operations• office and administrative buildings• shopping centers• medium-sized hospitals• hotel complexes• university campuses

FT2040 – the fire terminal for remote operation

The FT2040 fire terminal supplementsthe fire control panels, mirroring the displays and functions of the controlpanels with which it is networked. Itthus allows the same system operationas the control panels, which is practicalfor adding further operating terminalssome distance away from the controlpanels, for example in the security mon-itoring room or reception area. Thisenables the personnel to react morequickly to faults and alarms, from theirown workstations, without having to goto the control panel.

Networking of control panelsand terminals

The different control panels and the fireterminal can be networked with eachother to protect large building com-plexes as well as to extend the firedetection system to extensions and fac-tory buildings that are added later. Up to 16 fire control panels or fire terminalscan be linked with each other via FCnet.The distance between two stations canbe up to 1,000 m, or even considerablymore if fiber-optic cables and networkrepeaters are used. Moreover, the FCnetcan be expanded further via the Ether-net connection of the control panels tocreate heterogeneous networks.

Automatic configuration of the control panels

The autoconfiguration function for thecontrol panels also simplifies start-up.Moreover, the control panel reads indata from all the devices in the FDnet,so that fire detection is possible even inthe construction phase, e. g. for partialareas that need protecting from an earlystage.

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Simple operation –quickly and easy access to all functions.

Dangerous situations are stressful situations. But theydemand the right response, quickly. To ensure thatthis happens, safety technology must be easy tounderstand and intuitive to operate. With fire controlpanels, it must be possible to see at a glance whichoperating steps are required. Furthermore the controlpanels must support the responsible operators by pro-viding them with further instructions.

• Standardized operating concept

• Menu-driven, logical operation

• Interactive, dialog-based procedures

• Simple, safe, stress-free operation in the event of an alarm

• Different access rights for different user profiles

• Fast system diagnoses andconfiguration changes, simple maintenance and rapidtroubleshooting via remoteaccess

How Sinteso™ controlpanels benefit you:

Backlit text display (LCD display with eight lines of 40 characters) with detailed plain text information on all events occurring (event type, event location, description of measures, operating states, etc.); operator instructions in alarm situations; easy operation using soft keys and navigation key

Alarm display, illuminated red if an alarm is received

Four programmable LEDs and diverse displays

Soft keys for direct operation depending on the state

Two operating keys with LEDs, individually programmable

Keys for “Silence buzzer”, “Acknowledge” message and “Reset” message

Key for scrolling through the alarm messages

Navigation and menu key for LCD

Keypad for numeric and alphanumeric entries, such as password, customer text, etc.

Function keys for alarm organization

Display for alerts

Optional key-operated switch for operator access

Space for installation of an optional event printer for logging

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Standardized operating concept that is easy to learn

All FCnet stations follow a standardizedoperating concept. They are also basedon the same hardware and softwareplatform, which means greater operat-ing safety with less training.

Different user profiles withindividual rights

To allow individual modifications for situations involving several users, differ-ent access rights can be defined for different user profiles as stipulated in standard EN54.

Intuitive operation – reliablereaction

The operation of all FCnet stations issimple, ergonomic and self-explanatory,thanks to a logical, menu-driven userinterface. Interactive, dialog-based pro-cedures ensure ease of use. Standardkeys are available for the ”Acknowledge”,”Reset” and ”Silence buzzer” functions,allowing users to scroll easily and con-veniently through message lists. In thisway, alarms can be quickly and easilyswitched off at the control panels.Furthermore, operating modes can alsobe changed, and the location of eventspositively identified.

In the event of an alarm, interventiontexts with instructions make it easier toinstigate the correct reaction.

Improved safety throughremote control

The control panels can be accessed viaEthernet and a standard PC using the PC software SintesoView for remote system operation. You can display mes-sages, alerts or alarms on your PC. Youcan also use the PC to check system status and open fire doors, view pastevents and switch fire breaks back onafter construction work.

The functionality of the PC softwareSintesoView corresponds exactly to theoperating of the control panels. Formaximum possible safety, remote opera-tion must always be enabled locally.

The Ethernet performs the function of arouter. The connection is handledthrough a single control panel that isconfigured as the central access point.

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The information in this document contains general descriptions of technical optionsavailable, which do not always have to be present in individual cases. The requiredfeatures should therefore be specified in each individual case at the time of closingthe contract.

Subject to change • Order no. 0-92020-en •© Siemens Switzerland Ltd • Printed in Switzerland • 20609 Ah

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