Xtralis VESDA VLF detector
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Product models
The information displayed on this page relates to the following model numbers:
VLF 500-00, VLF 500-01, VLF 500-02, VLF 500-03, VLF 250-00, VLF 250-01, VLF 250-02 and VLF 250-03.
Recommended upgrade
All Xtralis VESDA VLF (VLF-250) detectors with serial numbers* lower than 222415 must be upgraded before they can be networked with a VESDAnet interface card.
Although this upgrade is recommended for all VLF-250 detectors, only those units to be fitted with interface cards require upgrading.
How to upgrade
- Download and read the Technical Tip that contains step-by-step instructions.
- If you need to transfer/maintain the configuration of an installed VLF-250 which is being upgraded then download Version 2.03.01 (see below) of the VESDA System Configurator software (skip this step if default settings or manual re-entry of any configuration data is acceptable).
- Download the Firmware Upgrade kit.
- Download Version 2.04.02 or later of the VESDA System Configurator software. But do NOT install it until you have completed using Version 2.03.01. You can only have one version of VSC installed on your PC at a time.
- Follow the instructions in the Technical Tip.
*The serial number on a VLF-250 detector is located on the approvals and ratings label on the underside of the detector.
** Two versions of VSC are REQUIRED if you want to keep the same detector configuration after upgrade. You cannot install two different versions of VSC on the same PC at the same time. You must install one version, then uninstall it before installing the second version.
Software downloads:
VSC version 2.03.01 (Save this version to your hard disk and select Open when the download is complete).
You can only have one version of VSC installed on your PC at a time.
Lastest version of VSC (Save this version to your hard disk and only install it when you need this version).
You can only have one version of VSC installed on your PC at a time.
Technical data sheets provide an overview of the product, features and specifications.
- Xtralis VESDA VLF 250 data sheet, metric version 09
Overview of the features & benefits of this product and the technical specifications - Xtralis VESDA VLF 500 data sheet, metric version 12
Overview of the features & benefits of this product and the technical specifications - VESDAnet Interface Card data sheet, Metric version 03
Overview of the features & benefits of this product and the technical specifications - VESDA LaserFOCUS 250 data sheet, Korean version
Overview of the features & benefits of this product and the technical specifications - Xtralis VESDA LaserFOCUS API TDS, Metric, version 05
Overview of the features & benefits of this product and the technical specifications - Xtralis VESDA LaserFOCUS Multi-function Control Card data sheet. Version 11
Features & benefits of the Multi-function Control Card and the technical specifications.
Application notes
Technical information about the use of our products for specific applications.
- VESDA and VESDAnet TCP/IP Connectivity for Remote Access – Application Note
This Application Note provides guidance on VESDA and VESDAnet TCP/IP1 connectivity for remote access via the use of a Serial-to-Ethernet Device (S2ED). - Multi-Function Control Card (MCC) - Application Note
This document contains a description of the features of the VESDA LaserFOCUS Multi-function Control Card and provides some examples of how these features might be used in practical situations. - Multi-Function Control Card (MCC) - Application Note
This document contains a description of the features of the VESDA LaserFOCUS Multi-function Control Card and provides some examples of how these features might be used in practical situations. - How to Achieve Optimum VESDAnet Performance on Large VESDA Networks
null - VESDA & FALCONnet Integration Technical Note
How to integrate a VESDA detector on the FALCONnet panel - Using optical fibre to create a VESDAnet network
This service note provides details on what you need in order to use optical fibre to create a network of VESDA detectors and how to do it. - Air sampling smoke detection in ducts
How to install a VESDA air sampling smoke detector in a duct, to detect smoke carried into the duct.
Installation manuals
How to install this product.
- VESDA Multifunction Control Card (MCC) Installation Sheet, Version 05
A step-by-step process for installing the VESDA Multifunction Control Card into a LaserFOCUS detector.
User manual
Instructions for using and maintaining this product.
- VESDA commissioning guide. Version 04
You will need an access level other than 'Reg' to access this 'How-to-guide". More - VESDA Test Transformer VTT10000 (Hot wire test) product guide. Version 03
This manual describes how to setup and use this transformer to perform performance testing of air sampling smoke detection systems - VESDA LaserFOCUS 250 product guide version 18
Learn how to install, commission, operate and maintain this product. - VESDA LaserFOCUS 500 product guide version 12
How to install, commission, operate and maintain a VESDA LaserFOCUS 500 detector - VESDAnet interface card product guide version 04
How to use the optional VESDAnet interface card for the LaserFOCUS detectors. - VESDA Multifunction Control Card (MCC) Product Guide, Version 05
How to install, commission, operate and maintain a VESDA Multifunction Control Card. - VESDA troubleshooting guide. Version 04
You will need an access level other than 'Reg' to access this guide. More - VESDA maintenance guide. Version 07
When & how to maintain a VESDA smoke detection system.
Engineering specifications
Cut and paste from these specifications into tender & bid documents when specifying this product for a project.
- VESDA VLF, all models CAD drawings. Zip file containing variety of image types - DXF, CMG, PDF, JPG.
You will need an access level other than 'Reg' to access this file. More - VESDA LaserFOCUS 250 engineering specifications, Asia Pacific
Description & specifications for this product in RTF format, suitable for cutting & pasting into bid & tender documents. - VESDA LaserFOCUS 500 engineering specifications, Asia Pacific
Description & specifications for this product in RTF format, suitable for cutting & pasting into bid & tender documents.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
- How do I connect a PC to a VESDA detector?
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Find out the answer to this common question. - Addressability - How do I locate the fire source?
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Find out the answer to this common question - Airflow Monitoring – What happens if the fan stops or a pipe is blocked or broken?
Find out the answer to this common question. - How do I rectify a fan fault?
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