EP3966794A1 - Système de configuration et produit de programme informatique pour la configuration d'une centrale - Google Patents

Système de configuration et produit de programme informatique pour la configuration d'une centrale

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EP3966794A1
EP3966794A1 EP20724485.6A EP20724485A EP3966794A1 EP 3966794 A1 EP3966794 A1 EP 3966794A1 EP 20724485 A EP20724485 A EP 20724485A EP 3966794 A1 EP3966794 A1 EP 3966794A1
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control center
computer program
program product
configuration
component
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Detlef MANDELKAU
Henning LIPPKE
Keno SELZER
Bernd Hallwass-Fedder
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Minimax Viking Research and Development GmbH
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    • G05B—CONTROL OR REGULATING SYSTEMS IN GENERAL; FUNCTIONAL ELEMENTS OF SUCH SYSTEMS; MONITORING OR TESTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUCH SYSTEMS OR ELEMENTS
    • G05B19/00—Programme-control systems
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    • G08B25/01—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium
    • G08B25/04—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop
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    • G08B27/00—Alarm systems in which the alarm condition is signalled from a central station to a plurality of substations
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    • G08B21/00—Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
    • G08B21/02—Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons

Definitions

  • the present invention relates to a computer program product for configuring a control center, in particular a fire alarm and / or extinguishing control center, an associated method and an associated control center.
  • control centers for example fire alarm and / or extinguishing control centers
  • a large number of participants such as detectors, alarm devices, etc.
  • Each participant for example, has different requirements for connections, control and evaluation.
  • the configuration is not only labor-intensive, it is also prone to errors, since the requirements, for example of standards, are strict and the configuration options are diverse. It is also known that changes in the configuration are difficult to implement, so that a complete reconfiguration of the control center is often necessary even with small adjustments to the hardware.
  • the standards have, among other things, different spatial areas of application, so that systems with the same protection goal may require different configurations depending on where they are installed.
  • Fire alarm systems are hazard alarm systems (GMA) that are used by people to call for help directly in the event of fire hazards and / or detect and report fires at an early stage.
  • GMA hazard alarm systems
  • a fire alarm control center Part of a fire alarm system is referred to as a fire alarm control center (BMZ). It is used to receive messages from fire detectors, to process them and to represent them optically or acoustically, to highlight the detector group or the detection area and possibly as well as to control oneself and the fire alarms and to report faults.
  • the fire alarm control panel can transmit a signal for alarming, e.g. to the fire brigade, or a signal for the existing automatic fire protection device, e.g. to a fire extinguishing system.
  • An electrical control device is an interface between the fire detection part, usually the fire alarm control panel, and the extinguishing system. It converts fire detection signals from the fire alarm control panel into control signals for the extinguishing system.
  • the electrical control unit can be a separate assembly or an integral part of the fire alarm control panel. Commissioning is the first intended use of the system.
  • An inspection includes measures to determine and assess the actual condition of a unit under consideration, including determining the causes of wear and tear and deriving the necessary consequences for future use.
  • Maintenance is the combination of all technical and administrative measures as well as management measures during the life cycle of an observation unit to maintain the functional condition or to return it to it so that it can fulfill the required function.
  • the repair includes measures to return a considered unit to the functional state, with the exception of improvements.
  • the totality of all areas in which extinguishing agent is deployed at the same time in the event of a fire is called the extinguishing area.
  • the pre-warning time relates to the period between the start of the alarm to warn people and the release of the extinguishing agent.
  • a computer program product which can also be designed as a configuration system, is proposed for configuring a control center, in particular a fire alarm and / or extinguishing control center, comprising a hardware configuration component for configuring hardware components such as modules and / or front panel components of the control center and a logic configuration component for configuring a Functional logic of the headquarters.
  • the logic configuration component is set up to provide function modules.
  • the function modules are decoupled from the hardware of the control center and designed in such a way that a reversible assignment of function modules to hardware components is possible.
  • the computer program product for configuring a control center enables the hardware of the control center to be decoupled from the logic of the control center.
  • the configuration principle can also be described as a function-oriented module concept.
  • a function block is selected using the logic configuration component and included in the function logic.
  • the function module represents a specific function.
  • the function module is then married to a hardware technology, that is to say assigned to or linked to a hardware component or a front panel component.
  • an assignment to physical connections and the definition of the adjustable parameters of the hardware components can take place.
  • These assignments or links can take place at any point in time when the functional logic is created, that is to say already after recording of a single function block, after completion of the complete creation of the function logic, or at any time in between.
  • the logic configuration component is preferably set up to display the function blocks and to display both the function and the associated hardware in the display of the function block when the function block is linked to a hardware component or front panel component.
  • Function modules are preferably representations of functions of the control center, which can particularly preferably be represented graphically by the logic configuration component. Some of the function blocks can be influenced in terms of their properties and behavior via an input configuration.
  • the function modules preferably have inputs and outputs through which they can be connected to other function modules. Complex projects can be implemented by connecting different function blocks.
  • the function blocks preferably include six groups of function blocks: logic, standard, special, parameters, visualization and time.
  • Function blocks from the logic group preferably include “OR”, “AND”, “NOT”, flip-flop, edge detection, “X from N”, “XOR”, Max from N, multiplexers and demultiplexers.
  • Function blocks from the standard group include: input, output, LED, comment block and group dependency block.
  • Function modules from the group of special modules include: message code, message, collective signal, access level, user reset, transmission device (TD) fire, TD status, PLC start and bus.
  • the parameter group comprises the switch function block, the visualization group the LED function block and the time group the delay function block.
  • a “delete module” function module is preferably provided with which the triggering and deletion of an extinguishing area, for example, can be configured in detail.
  • This extinguishing module implements a number of further structural modules and programmed modules, preferably to enable the creation of a rule-compliant control for a gas extinguishing area in accordance with the strict rules of EN 12094-1.
  • the logic configuration component is preferably set up to add and remove function modules, to interconnect and separate function modules from one another, and / or to assign properties to function modules.
  • the logic configuration component is preferably set up to provide predefined combinations of function modules as locked combination modules, with a combination module, for example, implementing the logic of a complete erasure area.
  • the logic configuration component is preferably designed to provide a representation of the functional logic, referred to as a logic circuit diagram, using the function modules and connections between the function modules.
  • the hardware configuration component is preferably designed to provide two representations of hardware arrangements, a first representation being designed to configure hardware components on a rear side of the control center and a second representation being designed to configure front panel components on a front side of the control center.
  • the representations are preferably displayed in different worksheets, between which you can switch.
  • the worksheet or the representation for the rear of the central unit or a rear wall of the central unit shows the free spaces for placing components. For example, a maximum of 14 free slots on a module rail can be displayed.
  • the representation is of course based on the conditions of the central unit to be configured. These spaces can preferably be equipped with hardware components, for example module modules from a catalog, using drag and drop.
  • the control center is preferably operated via a central display and control panel on the front panel. Messages are preferably shown on a touch display and indicated by LEDs. Operation is preferably carried out using buttons and LEDs with defined functions and / or by touching designated areas in the touch display.
  • the representation of the front panel components preferably enables the configuration of the display and control panel. In addition to the central display and control panel, the configuration of additional modules, for example extensions of the control panel, can be implemented.
  • the hardware configuration component is preferably designed to enable the configuration of at least one, preferably several and particularly preferably all of the following hardware components: i) limit value module, ii) relay module, iii) control module, iv) loop module, v) voltage output and / or earth fault detection module, vi) Fire brigade periphery module.
  • the limit value module is used to connect different types of limit monitors in standard and industrial designs. It preferably feeds up to six connected detector lines with a constant supply voltage and records their current consumption. The detectors indicate events by increasing the current. If the current exceeds or falls below the configuration-dependent limit values, the limit value module generates appropriate messages and forwards them to a central unit in the control center.
  • Typical events that are detected by the limit value module are: wire break in the detector line, closed current in the detector line too low (creeping wire break), short circuit in the detector line, closed current in the detector line too high (creeping short circuit), alarm or fault in a detector , Alarm or malfunction on several detectors.
  • the limit value module preferably contains fine protection to reduce interference and overvoltages.
  • An LED preferably indicates the operating status of the limit value module.
  • the connections are preferably designed as plugs for the respective limit lines, with two contacts being brought together to form one connection.
  • the relay module preferably contains eight relays with potential-free changeover contacts. A central unit of the control center switches the devices connected to the contacts on or off depending on the event and configuration. There are preferably eight LEDs in the housing cover of the relay module, which indicate the activation status of the relays. One LED is preferably permanently assigned to each relay. An LED indicates the operating status of the relay module.
  • the control module is designed to switch output channels, preferably six output channels, for alarm devices, valves and other consumers whose supply line must be monitored. The current is monitored separately and continuously for each output. This enables the outputs to be monitored for wire breakage, short circuit, creeping wire break, creeping short circuit, dropped or disconnected connector and overload, both in the idle state and during activation.
  • the control is preferably carried out depending on the configuration specified in the configuration program for the control center with delays or continuously.
  • the control output is preferably switched off automatically (current limitation). This is preferably indicated on the control panel's touch display by a fault message from the control output.
  • the monitoring method of the outputs can be configured (e.g. correct polarity control / opposite polarity monitoring).
  • a large number of alarm devices can be connected to the control module. The respective manufacturer documentation of the alarm device to be connected provides information on specific possibilities and restrictions.
  • a large number of valve units and monitoring devices can be connected to the control module.
  • the respective manufacturer documentation for the valve units and monitoring devices to be connected provides information on specific options and restrictions.
  • the loop module offers connection options for two separate loops of detectors, input / output modules and signaling devices. It feeds a constant supply voltage of preferably 27 V into the respective loop, from which the participants cover their power requirements.
  • the supply lines not only feed the participants in a loop with the supply voltage. Additional information is transmitted in the form of a protocol. Participants are thus automatically recognized and configured based on their individually adjustable participant address.
  • Each loop can alternatively be divided into two stub lines. However, it must be noted that two stub lines each logically belong together. The same participant addresses may not be used on each stitch pair.
  • An LED preferably indicates the operating status of the module. Preferably up to two loops or 4 stubs can be connected.
  • the voltage output and / or earth fault detection module (hereinafter referred to as voltage output EFD module, “earth fault detection”) is used to connect external loads that are not to be treated as a control group. There is no wire break monitoring. It preferably comprises two outputs, each of which has a nominal voltage of preferably 24 V and a load capacity of preferably 2 A. They are preferably equipped with a filter that prevents EMC radiation in the control center. In addition, the outputs are preferably provided with an electronic fuse, which ensures the safety function of the outputs even if both CPUs fail. If the maximum output load capacity is permanently exceeded by a load, the output is preferably switched off automatically (load shedding).
  • the voltage output EFD module offers the option, if required, of monitoring the electrical isolation between protective earth (PE) and the secondary DC voltages including ground (GND) as reference potential in order to implement earth fault monitoring.
  • the voltage output EFD module preferably provides four PE measurement inputs for this purpose.
  • the voltage output EFD module preferably contains a block of 2 LEDs at the top that indicate the various operating states of the outputs.
  • the fire brigade periphery module is used to connect a transmission device (TD), for example for fire and / or fault messages, and to connect different fire brigade peripherals.
  • the fire brigade peripherals include fire brigade key depots (FSD), position lights, activation elements (FSE), key depot adapters (SDA), fire brigade control panels (FBF) and fire brigade display panel (FAT) as well as transmission devices (TD) for fire and fault messages.
  • the module is preferably compliant with the DIN 14661 fire brigade control panel.
  • the hardware configuration component is preferably designed to carry out at least one, preferably several and particularly preferably all of the following functionalities: i) assignment of a participant to a hardware group, ii) configuration of the front panel components with collective signals, for example fire, iii) integration of the layout of the control center.
  • the computer program product is preferably designed to provide a graphical user interface, the graphical user interface representing representations of the hardware configuration component and the logic configuration component simultaneously, for example next to one another, or interchangeably, for example in the form of tabs.
  • the different representations are preferably shown in so-called worksheets, which can be freely arranged and moved.
  • the display is possible on any output device, e.g. local monitors, projectors, etc.
  • the computer program product is preferably set up to make all changes reversibly, in particular by means of the hardware configuration component and / or the logic configuration component.
  • the computer program product preferably also has a logic check component, the logic check component being designed in particular to check at least one, preferably several and in particular all of the following parameters and functionalities: i) compliance with value ranges, ii) double assignment of group numbers, iii) Senseless or incorrect wiring of function blocks, hardware components and / or front panel components, iv) Free inputs and outputs for function blocks, v) Hardware configuration problems.
  • the logic checking component is therefore suitable for checking the configuration before the possibly incorrect configuration is transferred to the control center. This prevents the control center from functioning incorrectly.
  • the computer program product is preferably designed to display an output of the logic checking component simultaneously with a representation of the hardware configuration component and / or the logic configuration component in the graphical user interface.
  • the computer program product preferably also has a standards compliance component, the standards compliance component being designed to check conformity of the configuration of the control center with a desired one of a plurality of standards provided.
  • the standard conformity component thus enables the conformity of the created configuration with the selected standard to be checked before the configuration is transferred to the control center. This also enables proof of conformity that can be created with particularly little effort and high reliability.
  • the computer program product preferably also has a communication component for bidirectional communication with the control center, the communication component being designed to transfer the configuration to the control center and to transfer the configuration from the control center, the communication component preferably being designed to carry out a version comparison with the control center , and to transfer the configuration to the control center only if the version of the computer program product corresponds at least to the version of the control center.
  • the communication component accordingly ensures that a transmission between the computer program product and the control center and in the opposite direction from the control center to the computer program product functions without any problems. By preferably synchronizing the version, it can be avoided that incompatible configurations are transmitted.
  • the computer program product is preferably downwardly compatible with regard to the version of the control center. If the version of the computer program product is out of date, an update function can preferably be provided which enables the computer program product to be updated, for example via the Internet.
  • the communication component can alternatively also be formed from a separate reception component and a transmission component.
  • the computer program product preferably also has a simulation component for simulating the configuration.
  • the simulation makes it possible to check whether the central unit shows the desired behavior without the configuration having to be transferred to the central unit. This significantly reduces the time required to check the configuration, since, for example, the time for transferring the configuration to the control center is eliminated. This also increases the efficiency of troubleshooting any undesired behavior.
  • the simulation component is preferably designed to simulate the configuration online, including the control center, and to simulate the configuration offline, without the control center.
  • Online simulation means that user inputs and triggers at the control center, for example triggered detectors and / or pressed buttons, are transmitted directly to the computer program product and the behavior of the control center, in particular the signal course within the functional logic, are immediately visible.
  • a signal course can be represented by highlighted function modules and / or connecting lines through the logic configuration component.
  • the online simulation preferably enables a real-time representation of the real behavior of the control center to be generated by the computer program product.
  • a connection to the control center is not required for offline simulation.
  • the signals, inputs and the like are entered directly into the computer program product.
  • the current configuration of the control center using the communication component is particularly preferably compared with the configuration of the hardware configuration component and logic configuration component. Both alternatives are conceivable, that is to say that the configuration is imported from the center or that the configuration created with the computer program product is transferred to the center.
  • the computer program product preferably also includes a documentation component for documenting the configuration of the control center.
  • a method for configuring a control center in particular a fire alarm and / or extinguishing control center
  • the method using the computer program product according to the invention comprises the following steps: selection and addition of function modules, for example from a library; Definition of properties of the function blocks such as group number, message texts, fire control, acoustic alarm, time controls etc., interconnection of the function blocks and assignment to hardware, testing of the configuration by simulation on a PC or control center.
  • a PC it is of course also possible to use any computer device that is suitable for executing the computer program product.
  • a control center in particular a fire alarm and / or extinguishing control center
  • a communication module being designed to receive data for configuring the control center from a computer program product according to the invention and to receive data, in particular data for configuration and real-time data for online Simulation to be transferred to the computer program product according to the invention.
  • Fig. 10 schematically and exemplarily an extract of the user interface
  • Fig. 1 1 A-11 D schematically and exemplarily extracts of the user interface
  • FIG. 1 shows schematically and by way of example a structure of a computer program product 1 according to the invention for configuring a control center 100, in particular a fire alarm and / or extinguishing control center.
  • the complete computer program product 1 can also be referred to as a configuration system for configuring the control center 100.
  • the computer program product 1 comprises a hardware configuration component 10, a logic configuration component 20, a standards conformity component 30, a communication component 40, a logic checking component 50, a simulation component 60 and a documentation component 70. All of the components 10-70 of the computer program product 1 can be made entirely or partially from software and / or Hardware exist. It is also possible that the computer program product 1 is partially or completely arranged at different spatial locations, for example on a computer PC, a server, a cloud, or a combination thereof. The preferred application is that in which a user uses the computer program product 1 to configure the control center 100 on a PC. Several subscribers 180 are coupled to the center 100, two of which are shown by way of example.
  • FIG. 2 shows schematically and by way of example a representation of a user interface 300 which shows an output of the computer program product 1 according to the invention.
  • the user interface 300 is shown, for example, as a typical window arrangement, with le- Only the elements relevant to the function and the achievement of the technical effect of the computer program product 1 according to the invention are described below.
  • a work area 310 is shown in the center.
  • the work area 310 represents, for example, representation in the hardware configuration component 10 and / or the logic configuration component 20.
  • the representation of these components also referred to as worksheets, can be selected in the form of tabs 312, 314 and 316.
  • a circuit diagram is shown as a representation 22 of the logic configuration component 20.
  • a project tree can be seen in an operating area 320 of the user interface 300.
  • a catalog 330 provides various function modules that can be selected for the representation 22. In particular, function modules from the catalog 330 can be dragged and dropped onto the representation 22, i.e. in particular the circuit diagram shown schematically, positioned and arranged.
  • Properties of the currently selected object are displayed in a properties area 340. Finally, an output area 350 of the logic checking component 50 is shown, which is described in detail with reference to FIG.
  • new worksheets or further tabs 312, 314, 316 can be created via the project tree in the operating area 320.
  • a new circuit diagram e.g. a representation or output of the logic configuration component 20 can be created.
  • the catalog 330 always shows the view currently selected, i.e. elements that match the tab currently selected in the work area 310 and can be placed on the respective worksheet.
  • FIG. 3 shows, schematically and by way of example, an excerpt from the user interface 300 in which a representation 12 of the hardware configuration component 10 is shown alongside the representation 22 of the logic configuration component 20.
  • the representation 12 shows an arrangement of possible hardware components such as modules on a rear side of the control center 100.
  • the hardware components for example modules, can be used in various positions 13 provided for this purpose.
  • a rail with adjacent positions 13 can be seen, while central units 100 typically have several rails with positions 13 for modules.
  • a configuration is usually created in the following steps: Placing the module components according to the arrangement of the physical modules in the control cabinet, assigning the displays and control elements on a front panel and the area control panels, cf. 8 to 10, creating the configuration based on the circuit diagram as in representation 22.
  • the logic checking component 50 is set up to check a configuration. As a result of the logic check, the logic checking component 50 outputs any warnings and errors found as a list in the output area 350. Warnings are notes to be observed that do not make the function of the configuration impossible. Errors prevent the configuration from being transferred to the control center 100. 4 shows, schematically and by way of example, the output area 350 of the logic check in detail.
  • the logic checking component 50 preferably enables a term to be entered into a search field 352 and the result list to be reduced to all entries which contain the search term.
  • An indication of the output of the logic checking component 50 can be adjusted and filtered. So that the user recognizes that not all warnings are being displayed, the representation in the toolbar is changed from “1 warning” to "0 of 1 warning", for example.
  • the logic checking component 50 is preferably called up automatically before the configuration is transferred to the control center 100. If errors are detected, the configuration is prevented from being transferred to the control center 100.
  • a modal window can be displayed, which informs you that the logic check is running and / or shows a progress bar and / or gives you the option to cancel.
  • the modal window is closed.
  • the entries generated by the checks are preferably displayed in the window during the run.
  • the error description can preferably be copied to the clipboard using the context menu or [CTRL + C]. If an entry is selected, the cursor jumps to the point where the error message was generated.
  • the entries must take part in the language switching.
  • a place name is displayed in a “View” column 354. This can be the name that was assigned for the designation of an editor.
  • the device is displayed on which the entry was created (e.g. center 1).
  • a version designation specified by the user is specified in this column.
  • a toggle switch for the visibility is displayed in a column 358 with a 1-eye symbol in the table header, in each line of an error message. After pressing the switch, the 1-eye symbol is crossed out and the associated message is hidden. The selection of the visibility is retained even if the logic check is repeated. Messages that the user has noticed can be hidden individually in order to increase the clarity of the result list.
  • a two-eye symbol is shown in a further column 359.
  • This toggle switch can be used to hide messages of the same type.
  • a sorting function is linked to the fields of the header 351, with which the contents of the result list can be sorted by selecting the corresponding column heading.
  • an arrow appears in the corresponding field visible, which shows whether it is sorted in ascending or descending order.
  • the sorting order changes to its opposite.
  • the contents of the list of the output of the logic checking component 50 can be exported as a file.
  • a format must be selected that supports Unicode (e.g. * .rtf). If an export is selected, an export target (file) must be entered by the user.
  • the following export is possible via a context menu: Selected entries are exported or all entries are exported.
  • FIG. 5 shows, schematically and by way of example, an extract from a logic circuit diagram which is designed as a representation 22 of the logic configuration component 20.
  • Two function blocks 224, 226 are arranged on the logic circuit diagram.
  • the function blocks 224, 226 are taken, for example, from catalog 330 (see FIG. 2).
  • the two function modules 224, 226 can be connected with a connecting line 222 by clicking.
  • Two input or output pins of the two function blocks 224, 226 are connected to one another. Connections can preferably only be created between two input and output pins that are logically or in terms of data format compatible.
  • the functional logic of the control center 100 is created by means of the logic configuration component 20.
  • the connecting line 222 is produced between an output E of the function module 224 and an input TLG of the function module 226.
  • the function modules 224, 226 and connections 222 between them can be set as desired by means of the logic configuration component 20.
  • both the functional module 224 and the functional module 26 are already assigned to hardware units, ie modules, as can be seen from the position information 508 in the lower area of the representation of the functional module 224, 226 leaves. This takes place after linking with a hardware component of the hardware configuration component 10, for example in the case of the function module 224 with a limit value module 504.
  • the function module 224 is an input module, the function module 226 an output module, which will be described below .
  • the functional logic linked to the two function modules 224, 226 is independent of the hardware linked to it and, in other words, of the reference to the limit value module 504 or the relay module 506.
  • a group number 502 can also be seen on the worksheet for each function module 224, 226, which can be edited in the properties area 340 (see FIG. 2) after the respective function module 224, 226 has been selected.
  • FIG. 6 shows, schematically and by way of example, a further embodiment of the representation 22 of the logic configuration component 20, in which several function modules and their links are arranged.
  • two input function blocks 224, two output function blocks 226 and two collective signal function blocks 228 are linked to one another.
  • the two input function modules 224 represent inputs of a control panel button 602 and a limit value line 604.
  • the control panel button 602 can be arranged, for example, on a front panel of the control center 100, see FIG. 8.
  • the two input function modules 224 are then connected to output units in the form of LEDs 606, 608, which are also arranged on the front panel of the control center 100.
  • the functional logic i.e. the two input function blocks 224 and two associated display elements are defined before they are married to actual hardware.
  • the logical structure thus does not depend on the actual hardware configuration of the control center 100 and is versatile, transferable and adaptable to the actual design and hardware availability of the control center.
  • FIG. 7 shows, schematically and by way of example, a further view of a logic circuit diagram as a representation 22 of the logic configuration component 20.
  • various function modules 221-229 are shown without hardware reference, some of which are explained below. A description of particularly preferred function modules follows accordingly. It should be noted that other, differing or additional function modules are also possible and can be used advantageously and that not all of these function modules are shown in one or more of the attached figures: OR 227: Sets the output to 1 if at least one of any number of inputs is set to 1. Change the number of inputs by dragging the block at the top or bottom.
  • Flip-flop Used to save signal states with a defined reset behavior. A state at the output is held until a state at the set input (S) or reset input (R) changes. The initial state can be set under "Properties” in a drop-down menu to "Set priority” (FFS) or "Reset priority” (FFR).
  • FFS Sets the output to 1 as soon as the Set input is set to 1.
  • FFR Sets the output to 0 as soon as the reset input is set to 1.
  • Edge detection Detects a change of state at the input in the form of a
  • Output 226 evaluates signals from the control center and sends them to subscribers, compare, for example, function block 26 in FIG. 5.
  • LED 229 Used to assign LEDs on the front panel or on the area control panels (module is used to visualize binary states in the "Simulation” or “Online” commissioning mode).
  • Comment block The text contains further information about the configuration. It is inserted on the worksheet. The text comment can be entered and adjusted via the properties field in the text editor field. The position of the comment block can be placed anywhere.
  • Group dependency module forms the function of a multi-group dependency. This means that at the same time the required number (variable X) of the zones connected to the inputs (G) must be in the "Event” state before the message is displayed and the output (E) becomes active. The zone connected to the input (REF) must always be in "Event” in order to meet the dependency.
  • the control of the transmission device to the fire brigade can be configured via the properties of the function block.
  • the TD is only activated after the variable "X" and an event signal at input (REF) have been met.
  • the connected automatic fire alarm groups at inputs Gx should report the pre-alarm message code in the event. To do this, configure the properties of the function block of the zone. Events of the respective group are always transmitted via the data line. This happens regardless of the message code. Thus any messages can be switched depending.
  • the block serves as a filter for the selected message code.
  • the output is activated as soon as a message with this message code is present in the BMZ. Can be configured with a message code (via dropdown
  • the output remains at 1 as long as a message with the configured message code exists.
  • the function block When the input signal is active, the function block generates a message that is shown on the display of the fire alarm control panel. In the case of networked control centers, it is also reported and can initiate commands and controls in other control centers.
  • ⁇ Collective signal 228 Can be configured with a collective signal (via drop-down menu in the "Properties" area 340). The output remains at 1 as long as there is a message with the configured group signal.
  • the group signal module provides the most important group signal states of a central unit of the PLC at its outputs. In the case of networked control centers, a collective signal module can be set for each control center in the main control center. This makes the collective signals each
  • Access level The block provides a binary signal as soon as the corresponding access level is activated. Reports to the control center which access level is currently active.
  • the access level can be configured using the drop-down menu in the "Properties" area.
  • the dependency of the access levels of the BBF inputs can be configured directly on the function block via the properties.
  • User reset The output is set to logical 1 for two complete PLC cycles after a user reset. To reset storing components or connected third-party products after a user reset. A switch-off delay can then be set to extend the pulse. Sets the output to 1 until a user reset is carried out.
  • TD fire triggers the transmission device (TD).
  • TD status reports the status of the transmission facility to the control center.
  • the "Fire” and “Fault” states can be configured using the drop-down menu in the "Properties” area. This block represents the outputs of the TD status module parameterized in the hardware configuration. He can only use the
  • PLC start The output becomes active for at least one full cycle when the PLC starts.
  • the block can be used to set unique states after the PLC has started.
  • a switch-off delay can then be set to extend the pulse.
  • Bus Change the number of inputs by dragging the block at the top or bottom.
  • the bus configuration provides information about which bus components are connected to one another.
  • Switch Parameter module that simulates the on and off status of a switch.
  • LED Visualizes an LED. For example, the LED lights up red when the input is set to 1. If the input is set to 0, it remains gray. Block is used to visualize binary states.
  • Delay Time module for switch-on and switch-off delay. Time specifications and behavior can be configured in the "Properties" area. Switch-off delay, switch-on delay, pulse. A logical 1 at the IN input sets the OUT output. If the input signal goes to logic 0, the output signal is later set to logic 0 by the set delay time. The delay time can be aborted immediately via the "RE reset" input.
  • FIG. 8 schematically and by way of example shows a further view of the user interface 300, a further representation 14 of the hardware configuration component 10 being displayed in the work area 310.
  • the representation 14 is a representation of the front panel of the control center 100.
  • the representation 14 is a representation as it would appear to a user who is looking at the physical control center 100 from the front.
  • the front panel comprises several displays and labeling fields 141, a central operating display 143 and several expansion spaces 145, at each of which a control panel module 150 (cf. FIG. 9) from catalog 330 can be inserted by drag and drop.
  • the faceplate shown in Representation 14 thus comprises output hardware, i. the displays and LEDs 141, as well as input hardware, for example various buttons. Output and input components can be linked with function blocks 221-229.
  • control panel module 150 shows, schematically and by way of example, a detailed view of a control panel module 150 that is inserted at one of the spaces 145 provided for it. This is a detailed view of the representation 14.
  • the control panel module 150 comprises several input and output elements, such as LEDs and / or buttons. An inscription can also be arranged in an area next to the LEDs, for example to identify different participants and / or groups.
  • FIG. 10 shows schematically and as an example the representation 12 of a rear wall of the control center 100.
  • Three rails 160, 162, 164 are shown, on which several horizontally adjacent modules 172, 174, 176 can be arranged.
  • the modules 172, 174, 176 are accordingly hardware components that are actually installed in the control center 100.
  • modules 172, 174, 176 from catalog 330, not shown in FIG. 10 can be moved to the corresponding position to be pulled.
  • module 172 is a limit value module
  • module 174 is a relay module
  • module 176 is a control module. Any combination of the modules described above is possible.
  • FIGS. 11A-11D show schematically and by way of example how a function module 226 linked to a hardware component, for example the relay module 174, can be separated from the hardware reference.
  • a button 11 10 can be used to display the module belonging to the function block 226, here relay module 174.
  • the position 508 here relates to the first relay of the relay module 174 that is arranged on the first rail at the first position, see FIG. 11C.
  • a context menu 1130 is called up on the relay module, for example by pressing the right mouse button, the hardware reference can be deleted in it using a button 1140.
  • the associated module 226 can also be displayed or highlighted in the representation 22 via a button 1150.
  • FIG. 12 shows schematically and by way of example a function block 1200 which combines a combination of several further, simpler function blocks that is available as a non-changeable, locked function block.
  • an entire gas extinguishing area is mapped.
  • An entire deletion area control can thus be carried out by a single programmed function module 1200. This significantly increases the processing speed of signals and, at the same time, compliance with important configuration requirements, for example EN 12094-1.
  • FIG. 13 shows, schematically and by way of example, a further representation 18 of the hardware configuration component, the representation 18 illustrating a configuration of participants 180 of a module 178.
  • the module 178 is a loop module in this example.
  • the participants 180 are, for example, heat alarms, smoke alarms, manual alarms, etc., which can be set to positions on the loop line via a catalog 330.
  • the participants 180 can be moved as desired on the loop line.
  • the illustration in FIG. 13 is shown as an example for a module 178; there are also representations 18 for all other modules, for example the limit value module 172.
  • the standard conformity component 30 is designed to check a complete or partial conformity of the configuration of the control center 100 with a desired standard.
  • the selection of the standard is specified as the first step in creating a configuration project for a control center 100.
  • the different standards differ, for example, in the requirements for alarms, signals, etc.
  • Partial conformity can, for example, enable individual deviations from the standard to be permitted. Details on this are to be checked on a case-by-case basis for corresponding projects by headquarters 100.
  • the communication component 40 is designed to transmit the configuration to the control center 100.
  • a version comparison is preferably carried out in order to prevent the configuration from being transmitted to the control center 100 if the version of the computer program product 1 is newer than the version of the control center 100. This could result in certain functions of the configuration not being complete and / or correctly transmitted to the center 100.
  • the communication component 40 is preferably designed to load and import the configuration of a control center 100.
  • a configuration uploaded to a control center 100 can be evaluated, checked, adapted and, if necessary, updated by means of the logic configuration component 20 and the hardware configuration component 10.
  • the communication component 40 thus enables bidirectional communication between the computer program product 1 and the control center 100.
  • the communication component 40 is also designed to communicate with the cloud 200, for example to determine whether the software version of the computer program product 1 is up-to-date or not. If necessary, the communication component 40 will cause the computer program product 1 to be updated.
  • the simulation component 60 is designed to simulate the configuration offline and / or online. This means that the simulation component 60 is designed to simulate the configuration both on the control center 100 and on the PC when the computer program product 1 is executed on it. For example, inputs into the control panel of the front panel of the control center 100 can be registered and the reaction to them can be evaluated by means of the simulation component 60. Alternatively, the same process can be triggered on a representation of the front panel through user input. Combinations of both simulation alternatives are conceivable.
  • the documentation component 70 is designed to document the configuration of the control center. This can be relevant for various purposes.
  • the configuration of the control center can be stored on the computer on which the computer program product 1 is executed in a memory, such as a hard disk.
  • the configuration is transmitted to the cloud 200 by means of the communication component 40.
  • a unique time stamp for example using blockchain technology, is particularly preferred for this purpose. This ensures that the corresponding configuration was created at a certain point in time and has not been changed since that point in time.

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L'invention concerne un produit de programme informatique (1) destiné à la configuration d'une centrale (100), notamment d'une centrale d'alarme et/ou d'extinction d'incendie, et un procédé associé. Le produit de programme informatique (1) comprend : un composant de configuration de matériel (10) servant à la configuration de composants matériels tels que des modules et/ou des composants de face avant de la centrale (100), et un composant de configuration de logique (20) servant à la configuration d'une logique fonctionnelle de la centrale (100), le composant de configuration de logique (20) étant conçu pour fournir des blocs fonctionnels (221-229). Les blocs fonctionnels (221-229) sont découplés du matériel de la centrale (100) et sont configurés de telle sorte qu'une affectation réversible des blocs fonctionnels (221-229) aux composants matériels est rendue possible.
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