Frequently asked
Questions

For obsolete panels, Global Fire Equipment will provide limited support and spare parts for up to 5 years after obsolesce. For more information, please read TECHNICAL BULLETIN / Product Discontinuation, or contact our sales team via sales@globalfire-equipment.com

Kompatibilitas perangkat, protokol komunikasi, dan integrasi pihak ketiga.

We always recommend using shielded cable appropriate for fire detection installations. Please note that cable types are also regulated by local authorities/standards.

• 0.6 mm² for loop lengths up to 400 metres*
• 0.8 mm² for loop lengths up to 600 metres*
• 1.0 mm² for loop lengths up to 800 metres*
• 1.5 mm² for loop lengths up to 1,200 metres*
• 2.5 mm² for loop lengths up to 2,000 metres*

*)The loop lengths mentioned, include a return to the main panel.

The maximum recommended length is approximately 2,000 metres, but this value depends largely on the cable cross section and the load of the devices on that loop. We have developed the CHAMELEON LOOP AND BATTERY CALCULATOR software, so you can verify if your system has an appropriate loop length.

The maximum length is 500 metres.

The maximum zone capacity for ORION PLUS panels is 32 zones.

The maximum capacity that can be integrated on a Chameleon Network is 32 panels with up to 128 loops. Chameleon is a multi-master, multi-path peer-to-peer communication network with shared cause and effect programming and up to 10,000 log entries per system.

Our network topology allows open loop, closed loop and mesh networking, using the following interfaces:

• INT-RS422-P2P-D / INT-RS422-P2P-S: 1,200M
• INT-FO-P2P-D / INT-FO-P2P-S: 2,400M
• INT-TCP-IP-P2P*: Follow guidelines of cable and internet device (Ethernet Switch) manufacturer
• INT-RS422-P2P / MIX FO: 1,200M and 2,400M

*INT-TCP-IP-P2P is currently under development. The alternative is J-NET-INT-TCP/IP.

Chameleon protocol panels also support media convertors for longer distance lengths of up to 10km.
For more information email us at techs@globalfire-equipment.com

ESPA 4.4.4 and Modbus RTU protocols are supported by the Chameleon network range of panels.

The maximum capacity that can be integrated on a Chameleon Network is 32 panels with up to 128 loops. Chameleon is a multi-master, multi-path peer-to-peer communication network with shared cause and effect programming and up to 10,000 log entries per system.

Our network topology allows open loop, closed loop and mesh networking, using the following interfaces:

• INT-RS422-P2P-D / INT-RS422-P2P-S: 1,200M
• INT-FO-P2P-D / INT-FO-P2P-S: 2,400M
• INT-TCP-IP-P2P*: Follow guidelines of cable and internet device (Ethernet Switch) manufacturer
• INT-RS422-P2P / MIX FO: 1,200M and 2,400M

*INT-TCP-IP-P2P is currently under development. The alternative is J-NET-INT-TCP/IP.

Chameleon protocol panels also support media convertors for longer distance lengths of up to 10km.
For more information email us at techs@globalfire-equipment.com

ESPA 4.4.4 and Modbus RTU protocols are supported by the Chameleon network range of panels.

The maximum battery capacity is different for each panel and is as follows:

• G-One, GEKKO, OCTO+ and NODE+: 12 A/h
• ORION and ORION PLUS panels: 7 A/h
• ORION-MINI panel: 12 A/h
• GFE-BCM-3 psu: 7 A/h
• GFE-BCM-5/10 psu: 12 A/h
• BCM-10 charger module: 40 A/h (LiFePo4)

The CHAMELEON LOOP AND BATTERY CALCULATOR software enables the calculation of the required batteries for GFE addressable systems.

Sounders with individual programming must be addressed between 94 and 125.

Sounders in shadow mode are physically present on the loop, but do not occupy an address.

The auxiliary mode is when VULCAN 2 sounders are combined with detectors. The maximum number of sounders in the auxiliary mode is 63.

Sounders with individual programming must be addressed between 94 and 125.

Sounders in shadow mode are physically present on the loop, but do not occupy an address.

The auxiliary mode is when VULCAN 2 sounders are combined with detectors. The maximum number of sounders in the auxiliary mode is 63.

Sounders with individual programming must be addressed between 94 and 125.

Sounders in shadow mode are physically present on the loop, but do not occupy an address.

The auxiliary mode is when VULCAN 2 sounders are combined with detectors. The maximum number of sounders in the auxiliary mode is 63.

Connection via RS-232 for short distances (maximum 100 metres). This connection can only be used when connecting a single GEKKO, OCTO+, or G-One to a BMS.

• INT-RS232-DB9
• Cable interconnecting panels, DB9 connectors, RS232(DB9) to USB Convertor.
• Odyssey and Modbus compatible

Connection via RS422/RS-485 for a long distance (maximum 1,200 metres).

• INT-RS422-P2P-S
• INT-RS485-DTLOOP
• RS232-to-RS485/422 converter from BB Electronics to be fitted at the PC
• Cable interconnecting panels and converter
• Odyssey and Modbus compatible

Connection via fibre optics for longer distances (maximum 2.5K metres).

• INT-FO-P2P-S
• RS232-to-fibre optics converter from BB Electronics (FOSTC) to be fitted at the PC
• Fibre optic cable interconnecting panel and converter. Terminations are ST type and fibre has to be of multimode type 125/62.5 um.
• Odyssey and Modbus compatible

Connection via TCP/IP using LAN (Local Area Networks).

• INT-TCPIP-P2P (currently in development)

For alternatives or further information, please contact our sales team via sales@globalfire-equipment.com

INT-TCPIP-ODY is required for OWL graphical software.

Sounders with individual programming must be addressed between 94 and 125.

Sounders in shadow mode are physically present on the loop, but do not occupy an address.

The auxiliary mode is when VULCAN 2 sounders are combined with detectors. The maximum number of sounders in the auxiliary mode is 63.

Sounders with individual programming must be addressed between 94 and 125.

Sounders in shadow mode are physically present on the loop, but do not occupy an address.

The auxiliary mode is when VULCAN 2 sounders are combined with detectors. The maximum number of sounders in the auxiliary mode is 63.

OWL is a PC-based remote supervision software solution that allows graphical control and monitoring of up to 64 fire detection systems from the GFE range of addressable panels. The software can be quickly set up by importing configuration files to graphics. Device mapping is as simple as a click, drag and drop.

To establish communication (mode 1) check the following points:

• Ensure the cable length does not exceed 1.5 metres
• Login to the panel with an installation or higher-level password
• Access function 8-4-1 should be set to ‘Installation Mode’
• Begin the required process (download/upload) in the CHAMELEON CONNECTOR software

The users can view and control panels anywhere in the world, with internet connectivity, using a mobile phone, tablet, laptop, PC or smart TV. A TCP/IP web interface is required to allow web monitoring with LAN and WIFI connectivity.

There are two operating modes available:

• Programming mode – which allows you to configure, program and download data to the panel.
• Device data mode – which shows the addressable devices present on the detection loops.

There is also a:

• Firmware update mode – which is used for updating panels.

Yes, you can convert J-NET and JUNIOR V4 files with the help of the latest CHAMELEON CONNECTOR software, which is available on the GFE website.

Contact your supplier or alternatively send the panel serial number to techs@globalfire-equipment.com

The available software includes the CHAMELEON CONNECTOR, CHAMELEON LOOP AND BATTERY CALCULATOR and GFE VOX LOADER.