by Honeywell

THE VIGILON
SYSTEM BROCHURE
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by Honeywell

The Vigilon System

Gent by Honeywell’s Vigilon system is the most comprehensive life safety
system available in the market today. The combination of the powerful
software in the control panel and the intelligent loop powered devices
delivers a flexible, easy to use system for all types of buildings.

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Panel
Manual Manual
Call Point T-breaker S-Quad Sensor Call Point
S-Cubed A3 Mimic
Sounder VAD Panel WINMAG PC Based
Management System
4 Loop
Vigilon S-Cubed
Sounder VAD
Manual 4 Loop Vigilon Mains Powered
Call Point Interface
Up to 200 Devices
per Loop Loop
S-Quad Sensor
Length 2Km
S-Quad Sensor
Sounder VAD

Node Beam
Secure Secure Receiver
Beam
Fibre Copper Transmitter
2 Loop
Mains Switching S-Quad 4 Loop Network Network Vigilon Loop Powered Interface
Interface Sensor Vigilon Compact
S-Quad Sensor
Node Node Sounder VAD

Secure
Fibre Optic
Network Plexus Sensor
6 Loop
Honeywell Vigilon 2 Loop
Voice Alarm Vigilon Plexus
Compact LRT Plexus
72 hour standby Manual
with external enclosure Call Point
Wireless Network Manual
Call Point

Plexus Sounder

A multi-domain Vigilon Network has the capacity to support up to 200 panels per system

l All
products in the Vigilon system are manufactured by Gent by Honeywell which ensures building user to switch device type without affecting the address and allows additions to the system without affecting site drawings
experienced, consistent workmanship throughout your entire life safety system
l The Vigilon system is fully compliant with all relevant industry standards. The products that make up the Gent system are LPCB
l The Vigilon system has fully integrated solutions with voice alarm and public address systems. In approved to EN54, complying with BS 5839-1:2013
addition, its wide interface range allows inputs and outputs to other building management and
l In order to ensure your Gent Vigilon system is not compromised by poor design, installation, commissioning or maintenance, Gent has
life safety systems
selected, trained and approved 90 System Integrators to support Vigilon to its optimum performance
l Vigilon’s
powerful software gives you the ultimate flexibility to pre-configure detection states
l Supports Gent's Plexus mesh wireless system
based on the time of day, building use or any other customer driven parameter
l SOFT or SAFE addressing across the system eliminates duplicate addresses, allows the
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The Vigilon system offers a

Vigilon Control Panels complete range of control
panels that can be installed
as standalone panels from
1 to 6 loops or as part of
multi-panel networks. A
The Vigilon System – flexible and simple to use
system that can meet the l The Vigilon control panels have a simple user interface with LCD screen providing accurate information
needs of a building today in an emergency

and in the future. l Every Vigilon loop device has a unique address assigned in software. Text labels, of up to 64 characters,
can be assigned to each address. This allows fires to be located quickly and assists troubleshooting in
commissioning and maintenance

l PC Based commissioning tools release powerful programming options that allow complex fire plans to
be configured without extra equipment

l Flexible programming options are available at the panel so minor changes can be made without the
need for PC tools
The Vigilon System responds quickly to real fires l Multi-panel networks can be programmed seamlessly as one system. This allows for flexible design and
without the risk of false alarms system management
l Vigilon’s advanced sensing technology and powerful software l Vigilon Systems can be easily extended or changed. Additional loops and extra panels can be added
processing in the control panel quickly identifies real fires without affecting the operation of the existing installation
l Powerful software algorithms are used to match the pattern of activity
in the sensor with data from test fires stored in the panel memory.
False inputs that do not match a real fire pattern are ignored or flagged
as faults The Vigilon System provides peace of
l The latest Vigilon range of S-Quad multi-sensors incorporates four mind
separate technologies in the same sensor that combine to create a l The Vigilon panel, S-Quad sensors and S-Cubed
range of sensing states appropriate for different environments sounders are certified by LPCB to EN 54 (the European
standard for fire detection systems)
l Unique programming options allow these different sensitivity states to
be used to reduce the likelihood of known risks triggering a fire, thus l Loop architecture combined with short circuit isolators
avoiding unnecessary evacuation while maintaining the ability to give a in every device ensures maximum tolerance to cable
fast response to a real event faults

l S-Quad sensors can be locked into their base

protecting them from unauthorised removal
The Vigilon System is cost
l Advanced loop and network communications protocols
effective to install ensure a rapid response to fire triggers achieving
l The Vigilon loop manages the largest response in under 3 seconds even across networks
number and variety of devices, with up
l Gent by Honeywell ensures that every system is
to 200 sensors, sounders and interfaces
connected to the same 2 core loop circuit designed, installed, commissioned and serviced by
highly trained Gent approved System Integrators
l Vigilon loop has a high capacity field
alarm devices with sounders, VADs and
The Vigilon System is suitable for all interfaces are loop powered so there is
no need for auxiliary power supplies
building types and sizes
l Every loop device includes an integral
l Vigilon’s modular concept makes systems simple to
design for any building. Panels can be installed as short circuit isolator reducing installation
standalone units or as multi panel networks of 200 costs at the same time increasing

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l Vigilon Compact is ideal for smaller systems needing

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6 loops allowing easy and flexible panel selection
devices that need to be installed
l Vigilon panels are available with 24 and 72 hour
l Every S-Quad sensor has a
standby power supply options
configurable, monitored input. This can
l Both Compact and Vigilon panels can be installed be used instead of an interface saving
in the same network on installation and product costs.
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Voice Alarm and Public Address A Rack based VA/PA

Our advanced and flexible range of Voice Alarm and Public Address systems are integrated
with Vigilon to suit a wide range of sites and applications.
system from Gent has
the following system
components
S-Quad S-Cubed
Sensor Sounder VAD
Digital Output Module (DOM)
2 variants of DOM - the heart of the system
managing 4 audio channels to either 8 or 24
loudspeaker zones:
Vigilon 4 - 6 Loop
Compact Vigilon Cabinet l 
Audio quality and graphic equalisation
Loundspeaker
l 
Monitoring of the audio signal from source
to loudspeaker

Manual Projection Loudspeaker l 

Configuration of emergency evacuation
Call Point Graphical l 
Routing of paging and entertainment
Honeywell Management
Voice Alarm

CD Player Advanced Class D Amplifiers

4 - 6 Loop l 
4 x 125W, 2 x 250W, 2 x 400W or
Vigilon Ceiling 2 x 500W versions
Fibre Optic Loundspeaker l 
High frequency range to suit all
Network Projection
applications

l 
Full power performance in battery standby
Loudspeaker
Honeywell
Voice Alarm
Paging Microphones
l Emergency microphones in accordance
Cabinet with EN54 part 16
Loundspeaker l Rangeof paging microphones with up to
128 configurable control buttons

l Connection of data and power over

standard structured cable
Honeywell
Voice Alarm
Paying Mic Projection
Loudspeaker Ancillary Control Units
Cabinet
Emergency Mic l SCU for advanced management of battery
Loundspeaker
l UIM - Universal Interface Module for
control and audio inputs
Ceiling
Loundspeaker
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Vigilon Multi-Sensor The patented technology in the LPCB approved

Detection S-Quad sensors for Vigilon minimises the risk of
false alarms whilst increasing the integrity of the fire
Vigilon Audio Visual Alarms
decision. Uniquely the S-Quad sensor range has Gent by Honeywell’s patented S-Cubed Sounder
a series of states that make it especially effective and VAD devices are fully loop powered and do not
at significantly reducing unwanted alarms. require any separate sounder circuits.

S-Quad Range for Vigilon

A ground breaker in fire sensing expertise, the LPCB approved S-Cubed Range for Vigilon
S-Quad incorporates sensor, sounder, speech and EN54 visual The S-Cubed range of alarm sounders incorporates sound speech and
alarm functionalities in one single housing. visual alarm effects all in one range of alarm devices.

The S-Cubed range offers a choice of 2 body colours, red or white, in

S-Quad detects real fires quickly housings and an EP range up to IP65.
l The combined power of S-Quad and Vigilon provides quick, intelligent fire decisions
l The ability to programme sensor states for different times of the day and night improves The integrated visual alarm makes S-Cubed ideal to meet all requirements of
S-Quad’s response to real fires and minimises false alarms the BS5839 part 1 :2013 as well as the Equality Act 2010 which requires all persons
l The S-Quad incorporates four separate sensing elements – heat, forward optical, regardless of any disability to be made aware of a fire or an emergency in any public
backward optical and carbon monoxide that combine to detect real fires quickly building. Industry leading technology means that up to 100 sounder VADs can be
installed on each Vigilon Loop.
S-Quad puts an end to false alarms
l S-Quad’s unique combination of sensing elements eliminates a higher number of false alarms As an aid to commissioning there is the option to use the HandiLink Infrared remote
control to adjust the volume at the device itself without the need to be at the panel. This
l S-Quad’s patented dual optical sensor allows it to accurately distinguish between smoke
and white dust or steam means that physical access is not required to make this adjustment. The integrity of the
system is maintained by requiring the system to be in test mode avoiding the risk
l The S-Quad is capable of switching between different sensor states to suit changes in the environment
of unauthorised changes.

S-Quad – cost effective installation

l S-Quad incorporates sensor, sounder, speech and visual alarm functionalities all in one single Key Features
loop powered device
l Very low power consumption means that the Vigilon system offers more
l S-Quad is powered by the Vigilon loop so it requires just one pair of cables to provide its sounders on the loop than any other manufacturer; each loop can
multi-sensor, sounder, speech and strobe functionalities support up to 200 voice sounders and 100 sounder VADs
l The S-Quad offers market leading loop capacity with 200 sensors, 125 sensor sounders l Visual Alarm devices are configurable to 3 intensity levels to optimise
or 100 sensor strobes the loop loadings while allowing sounder spacings to be matched
l S-Quads VADs are all certified to EN54 part 23 with up to 100 devcies supported by the Vigilon Loop l Voice enhanced sounders have 4 voice messages and a bell tone as
standard and are certified to EN54-3 Annex 0
l Sounder and Visual Alarm are actively monitored daily as a background
S-Quad ensures peace of mind task
l The capability and function of the Vigilon with S-Quad ensures that the system complies to the requirements of:
l Voice and Tone modes can be freely mixed within the same sounder
• The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
l The S-Cubed can be programmed to store customised messages
• The Equality Act 2010
l The S-Cubed is fully compatible with the S-Quad range and seamlessly
• The Building Regulations Approved Documents B & M
complements the S-Quad sensor with voice messages and complex
• The British Standard BS 5839-1:2013 sound signals
l All S-Quad VAD signals, voice messages and sounders are fully synchronised across the system, as well l HandiLink Infrared remote control to adjust the volume remotely
as being synchronised with S-Cubed devices

Vigilon Beam Detection

Vigilon’s beam sensors are connected to the same circuit as all the other devices. Unique in the
industry the Vigilon beam sensors are loop powered with their gain settings set at the control
panel. Vigilon beams do not require any additional power supplies or interfaces, making them
the most economical solution for beam detection.
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Vigilon Interfaces Vigilon Manual Call Point

l Surface or flush mounted variants are available
The Vigilon manual call point is available as
a break glass variant or it can be supplied l Flushes with standard installation back box
with a resettable element – ideal where glass
Gent by Honeywell has a comprehensive range of interfaces to solve l An anti-vandal protective cover is available
could prove to be a safety hazard.
all your interfacing requirements which are demanded by today’s l The glass fronted variant has a simple glass replacement process
l The Manual Call Point is available with a l An LED gives confirmation of operation
systems. A keyswitch version can used for manual plant control. resettable element especially useful in schools,
colleges and public areas where the incidence l The Manual Call Point is EN 54 part II compliant
The new comprehensive range of Vigilon interfaces has a neat of rogue activation may be higher than normal l The Manual Call Point can be supplied as an IP55 rated unit
compact design casing to give maximum installation flexibility. The
range includes low voltage and mains switching variants to meet
all application needs. All variants can be installed as either DIN rail More from Gent
mounted or housed in a Vigilon style enclosure. All interfaces are Gent by Honeywell now offers a range of life safety products to complement the Vigilon System.
compliant with EN 54 part 18.

Loop Powered 4 Channel Loop Powered Single Channel

Interface Interfaces
The loop powered 4 channel interface range The Vigilon system can accomodate
has individually sectored outputs where a high number of single channel
channel 1 can be set as a loop powered interfaces on the loop, exceeding typical
zone module. site requirements.

l Each channel can be configured as an input l VA high capacity of single channel interfaces is available
or output independent of each other and in on the loop
accordance with the fire plan
l Versions are available to provide inputs and outputs to and from
l All interface devices can be housed in their the system
own neat enclosures, DIN rail mounted or
l Basic building control can be achieved through inputs from other
housed in a Vigilon style box
life safety systems such as sprinklers and conventional fire systems Air Sampling Detection Paging Disabled Refuge
l Interfaces with output channels do not
require additional relays – the panel l Non fire inputs can prove current status of systems and fault signals Air Sampling Detection, also known as The Response Paging System offers the An EVCS (emergency voice communication
monitors cable faults and can raise an alarm can be made known through alarm outputs Aspirating Smoke Detection (ASD) systems latest innovations in wireless paging and system) or Disabled Refuge System is
if a fault occurs l Key-operated variant for secure management of the system can detect fires at a very early stage, often monitoring. It’s a cost effective and flexible designed for use in buildings that contain
l All interfaces are seen by the panel as one before visible smouldering takes place, paging system that offers the ability to refuge areas.
address although each input/output can before an open fire occurs and before quickly respond to activated alarms.
have a separate label displayed at the panel.
intense smoke develops. This type of intercom system allows
The solution consists of a wall mounted emergency services to be in constant
This early detection is vital to mission critical transmitter and antennae that can send contact with the people in the refuge areas
Mains Powered Interface Loop Powered Mains and high-risk applications. The earliest customised messages to designated who seek assistance. The Equality Act
The Vigilon Mains Powered Interface Switching Interface possible fire detection brings significant pagers and are powerful enough to cover (formerly The Disability Discrimination Act)
allows you to connect to ancillary units l The mains switching time benefits, enabling a fast response to large areas. made it the responsibility of all companies,
which can not be integrated directly Interfaces can switch up a the first signs of smoke. ASD can detect nationwide, to ensure that access to
resstive load up to16amps
onto the Vigilon loop. fires significantly faster than point or beam buildings and services is available to
at 240V AC
smoke detectors. everyone - there must be no discrimination.
l 4 and single channel variants with combined
l 4 Channels Input or Output
inputs and outputs make these interfaces
l 24V dc Supply ideal for connecting to control plant

l 24 hour battery standby

l Fully compliant with BS7273-4

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GENT by Honeywell is synonymous with quality and innovation in the fire detection
and alarm industry. Gent technology meets rigorous British and European standards
for all projects ranging from small installations to complex, multi-site networks.

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Integrators who supply Gent equipment and carry out design, installation,
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