Control Panels and

Fire Detection Equipment

Quaestor-SZU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 03

Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 04

Quaestor-MZE BS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 05

Quaestor-SZE BS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 06

Quaestor-SZE Ancillary Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 07

Venator-DU Detectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 08

Venator-DE Detectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 09

Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10
Quaestor-SZU Extinguishant Control Panels

QUAESTOR™-SZU Product Overview

Extinguishant Control Panel • Designed and manufactured to the highest standards
in a quality controlled environment and with UL
approval the Quaestor-SZU releasing panel offers
outstanding value and performance for all small to
medium fixed firefighting installations.
• With 3 initiation circuits as standard, release can
be configured to activate from any combination
of detection zone inputs to allow (among other
combinations) any 2 from 3 type activations such
as would be required for detection in ceiling void,
room and floor void applications.
• The extensive configuration options of the
Quaestor-SZU allow functionality of the system
to be extensively modified.
• The panel contains a large LED display to enable easy
configuration and control which also displays the time
remaining until release for added user safety.
• The countdown timer is duplicated on up to seven
remote status units to provide local indication of the
SHW80001
system status.
SHS80001 • With all of the electronics mounted on a single, easy,
removable, steel plate Quaestor-SZU panels are both
Programmable Functions robust and easy to install.
Access Level 2
Test Zones 1 to 3
Disable Zones 1 to 3
Features
Disable 1st Stage Alarms • UL864
Disable Pre-activated 1st Stage Relay • Three initiation circuits as a standard
Disable Pre-activated 2nd Stage Relay • Any single zone or any combinations of zones
Disable Extract Fan Output can be configured to release
Disable Manual Release Input • Configurable first stage NAC delays
Disable Releasing Sub System • Zero time delay upon manual release option
Activate Extract Fan Output • Compatible with I.S. barriers
Activate Alarm Delays • Non-latching zone input option to receive signals from other
systems such as aspirating equipment
Access Level 3
• Configurable releasing delays up to 60 seconds in 5 second steps
Sounder Delay
• Configurable releasing delays up to 5 minutes in 5 second steps
Coincidence Detection
• Countdown timer shows time remaining until release
Disable Panel Features
• Support up to 7, 4 wire status indicators
Zone Alarm Delays (Detectors)
• Built in Extract Fan control
Zone Alarm Delay (Call stations)
Configure Zone for I.S Barrier Use
Zone Short Circuit Alarm
Zone Non Latching
Zone Inputs Delay
Extinguishant Release Time Delay
Extinguishant Release Duration Timer
Extinguishant Reset Delay Timer

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Quaestor-SZU Extinguishant Control Panels

Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Board

• The Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Board is compatible with all Quaestor control panels.
• The board provides volt free normally open contacts allowing control of sub-systems
and plant remotely from the main panel over a two wire data bus.
• Ancillary boards require only a two core data cable from the main control panel and a two core
power cable from the main panel.
• Up to 7 Ancillary boards can be connected to a control panel and each is allocated an address
from 1 to 7 using a binary coded DIL switch. The total length of the data cable from the main
panel to the last repeater must not exceed 4000 feet.
• A mixture of status units and Ancillary boards, up to a maximum of 7 of each type, can be
connected to the serial data bus.
The operation of this product is intended for indoor use only.
The wiring diagram below illustrate connections for all SHA80001 models of the Quaestor-SZU
Ancillary board

Wiring Diagram 1-1

Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Board Connections:

Connect (+) 24V DC to (+) 24V DC Connect Fire Zone Relays to detection zones of Connect (+) IN to (+) OUT of the
of the Quaestor-SZU Releasing Fire the Quaestor-SZU Releasing Fire Control Panel. Quaestor-SZU Releasing Fire Control
Control Panel. Panel.

Connect (-) 24V DC to (-) 24V DC Connect these relay-terminals to Connect (-) IN to (-) OUT of the
of the Quaestor-SZU Releasing Fire releasing circuits of the Quaestor-SZU Quaestor-SZU Releasing Fire Control
Control Panel. Releasing Fire Control Panel. Panel.

+- +- +- +-
24V 24V Z1 Z2 Z3 MAN DISAB REL ACT HOLD EXTR MAN RS485 RS485
DC DC FIRE FIRE FIRE MODE REL OUT IN

Connect ( + ) 24V DC to ( + ) 24V Connect ( + ) OUT to ( + ) IN of the

DC of the next Quaestor-SZU next Quaestor-SZU Status Unit or
Status Unit or Quaestor-SZU Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Board.
Ancillary Board.

Connect ( - ) 24V DC to ( - ) 24V DC Connect ( - ) OUT to ( - ) IN of the

of the next Quaestor-SZU Status next Quaestor-SZU Status Unit or
Unit or Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Quaestor-SZU Ancillary Board.
Board.

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Quaestor-MZE Extinguishant Control Panels

QUAESTOR™-MZE Product Overview

Multi-Area Extinguishant • Quaestor-MZE control panels are multi-area extinguishant
Control Panel control panels complying with EN 12094-1, EN54-2 and
EN54-4. Up to 8 zones of conventional detection with up
to 4 extinguishant areas are available.
Stand alone extinguishant control units are also available
with 2 monitored inputs to receive initiating signals from
remote fire detection control panels or addressable
modules.
• Each extinguishant area has a comprehensive set of inputs
and outputs and is configurable via a simple programming
interface.

Control Panels
• All extinguishant may have up to 7 serially connected Si
status indication and control units or ancillary relay boards
connected via a simple 4 core cable.
• The versatility of the control panel can be enhanced further
by the fitting of up to 7 Quaestor CP Ancillary boards
(SHA00002) or Quaestor CP Sounder boards (SHA00003)
to the RS485 serial bus. See data sheet DS39 and DS48.

BS-EN12094-1 Features
KM 96761
•A  pproved to EN12094-1, EN54-2 and EN54-4
• 2 , 4 or 8 detection zones
• 1 to 4 extinguishant areas
•D  ual Extinguishant outputs for each area (configurable
as Main/Reserve)
• F irst and second stage sounder outputs for each area
• F irst and second stage volt free changeover contacts for each area
•R  eleased volt free contact per area
• P rogrammable extinguishant delays
• P rogrammable output duration
• E xtract fan control
•C  ountdown indicator shows time until release in seconds
SHA70001 •M  ode select and manual release controls per area
•M  onitored remote manual release input
•M  onitored remote Hold input
•M  onitored remote Mode select (door interlock) input
•M  onitored remote Released pressure switch input
•M  onitored remote Low pressure switch input
•M  onitored Abort input
SHA80002
• S erial connection for Si status units and ancillary boards,
(SHA70001)

SHA80003

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Quaestor-SZE Extinguishant Control Panels

QUAESTOR™-SZE Product Overview

Extinguishant Control Panel • Designed and manufactured to the highest standards
in a quality controlled environment and with Euro-
pean EN12094-1 approvals, the Quaestor-SZE extin-
guishant releasing panel offers outstanding value and
performance for all small to medium fixed firefighting
installations.
• With 3 detection zones as standard, extinguishant
release can be configured to activate from any
combination of detection zone inputs to allow (among
other combinations) any 2 from 3 type activations as
would be required for detection in ceiling void, room
and floor void applications.
• The extensive configurations options of the Quaestor-
SZE allow the functionality of the system to be exten-
sively modified while still complying with the require-
BS-EN12094-1 ments of the controlling standard for the equipment
KM 96761 (EN12094-1, EN54-2 and EN54-4).
• The panel contains a large LED display to enable easy
configuration and control which also displays the time
SHW70001
remaining until release for added user safety.
SHS70007 • The countdown timer is duplicated on up to seven
remote status units to provide local indication of the
Programmable Functions system status.
Access Level 2 • With all of the electronics mounted on a single, easy,
Test Zones 1 to 3 removable, steel plate Quaestor-SZE panels are both
Disable Zones 1 to 3
robust and easy to install.
Disable 1st Stage Alarms
Disable Pre-activated 1st Stage Relay
Disable Pre-activated 2nd Stage Relay Features
Disable Extract Fan Output • Approved to EN12094-1, EN54-2 and EN54-4
Disable Manual Release Input • Three detection zones as standard
Disable Extinguishant Sub System • Any single zone or any combinations of zones can be
Activate Extract Fan Output configured to release
Activate Alarm Delays • Configurable first stage sounders delays
Access Level 3 • Zero time delay upon manual release option
Sounder Delay • Compatible with I.S. barriers
Coincidence Detection • Non-latching zone input option to receive signals form
Disable Panel Features other systems such as aspirating equipment
Zone Alarm Delays (Detectors) • Configurable releasing delays up to 60 seconds in
Zone Alarm Delay (Call stations) 5 second steps
Configure Zone for I.S Barrier Use • Configurable releasing delays up to 5 minutes in
Zone Short Circuit Alarm 5 second steps
Zone Non Latching • Countdown timer shows time remaining until release
Zone Inputs Delay • Support up to 7, 4 wire status indicators
Extinguishant Release Time Delay • Built in Extract Fan control
Extinguishant Release Duration Timer
Extinguishant Reset Delay Timer

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Quaestor-SZE Extinguishant Control Panels

Quaestor-SZE Ancillary board

There is sometimes a requirement to extend signals from the extinguishing
system for additional plant control or other signalling applications such as
interfaces to BMS systems or house fire alarm systems.
The Quaestor-SZE is equipped with a selection of volt free contacts which
are often adequate for this purpose.
For applications that require more outputs from the system, the Quaestor-
SZE ancillary board is available. Up to 7 ancillary boards may be connected
to the status unit serial bus to provide distributed control and signalling at SHA70001 Quaestor
Ancillary PCB
multiple locations if required.
Each output has an LED indicator which shows which outputs are operated.
The Quaestor-SZE ancillary board contains volt free changeover contacts for
+- + - +- +-
signalling of the following: 24V
DC
24V PF Z1
DC
Z2 Z3 MAN DISAB
FIRE FIRE FIRE MODE
REL ACT HOLD EXTR MAN RS485 RS485
REL OUT IN

• Zone 1 fire • Disablement active • Extract fan operated

• Zone 2 fire • Released • Hold activated
• Zone 3 fire • Activated
• Manual only mode • Manual release operated PROCESSOR
RESET ADDRESS
MAN FUSE
Z1 Z2 Z3 MAN DISAB REL ACT REL EXTR HOLD OK FAIL

One ancillary board can be mounted within a Quaestor-SZE +- + -

24V 24V PF Z1 Z2 Z3 MAN DISAB REL ACT HOLD EXTR
+- +-
MAN RS485 RS485
DC DC FIRE FIRE FIRE MODE REL OUT IN
control panel on push-in standoffs behind the main equipment
chassis. Alternatively, Quaestor-SZE ancillary boards are available
in enclosures that match the styling of the control panel.
PROCESSOR
RESET ADDRESS
MAN FUSE
Z1 Z2 Z3 MAN DISAB REL ACT REL EXTR HOLD OK FAIL

Example System
Low Pressure Switch
Schematic Released Pressure Switch
Manual Release
Door Interlock
Hold

Activate Extinguisher
2nd Stage Sounders
1st Stage Sounders

Low Pressure Switch

Detection Zone 3
Released Pressure Switch
Manual Release
Door Interlock
Hold

Detection Zone 2 Activate Extinguisher

Detection Zone 1
2nd Stage Sounders
1st Stage Sounders

System Status
Detection Zone 3 and Control

Detection Zone 2
4 Core
Detection Zone 1

System Status
and Control BMS
Interface
Ancillary
4 Core Board
Addressable
House Fire Alarm
BMS
Interface
Ancillary
EN12094-1 Approved Control Unit System Status System Status Board
Addressable
and Control and Control
House Fire Alarm

Ancillary 4 Core
EN12094-1 Approved Control Unit System Status System Status
Board and Control and Control

Ancillary 4 Core
Board

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Venator-DU Fire Detection Equipment

VENATOR™-DU Product Overview

Fire Detectors • Venator-DU incorporates well-proven technolo-
gies, together with advances in materials and
electronics technology, including an IC based.
• Having a wide operating voltage of 9-33V, the
Ventator-DU detectors can be integrated into
security systems, when used with a relay base.
• The Venator-DU wide voltage range consists
of ionisation, integrating ionisation and optical
smoke detectors, 2 grades of heat detector and
a range of bases.
• All detectors are equipped with flashing LED.
•A
 ll detectors and bases are listed by UL
and ULC.

Venator-DU Venator-DU Venator-DU

Ionisation Smoke Optical Smoke Heat Detector
Detector Detector

Venator-DU Venator-DU
Normal Base Base with Relay

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Venator-DE Fire Detection Equipment

VENATOR™-DE Product Overview

Fire Detectors • Venator-DE incorporates well-proven technologies, together
with advances in materials and electronics technology,
including an IC based.
• Having a wide operating voltage of 9-33V, the Ventator-DU
detectors can be integrated into security systems, when
used with a relay base.
• The Venator-DE wide voltage range consists of ionisation,
integrating ionisation and optical smoke detectors, 2 grades
of heat detector and a range of bases.
• All detectors are equipped with flashing LED.
•A
 ll detectors and bases and call points are approved
EN4-7:2000 and EN4-5:2000

0832

Venator-DE Venator-DE Venator-DE

Ionisation Smoke Optical Smoke Heat Detector
Detector Detector

Venator-DE Venator-DE Venator-DE

Normal Base Base with Relay Manual Call
Point

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