Hochiki Loop Addressing Training
Hochiki Loop Addressing and Device Wiring Training
Learn Hochiki Addressable Loop Device Configuration for Australian Fire Alarm Systems
Hochiki is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of fire detection devices, and their addressable detectors and modules are used across multiple fire alarm panel platforms in Australia. Whether you are working with a Kentec Syncro, Advanced MxPro, or another panel that supports the Hochiki protocol, understanding how to correctly address, wire, and configure Hochiki loop devices is an essential skill for any Australian fire alarm technician.
This focused training module covers the practical aspects of Hochiki addressable device addressing and wiring. You will learn how to set device addresses using Hochiki’s rotary switch system, understand loop wiring configurations for Class A and Class B circuits, and learn the correct installation practices for Hochiki detectors, manual call points, input/output modules, and sounder controllers on addressable fire alarm loops.
What You Will Learn
The module begins with Hochiki device identification – recognising the different detector types in the Hochiki range including photoelectric smoke detectors, heat detectors (rate-of-rise and fixed temperature), multi-sensor detectors, and beam detectors. You will learn the model numbers, specifications, and typical applications for each device type, with particular reference to devices commonly specified in Australian installations under AS 1670.1:2018.
Address setting is covered in detail. Hochiki addressable devices use rotary decade switches to set unique addresses on the detection loop. Each device must have a unique address within its loop for the fire alarm control panel to identify and communicate with it correctly. You will learn the addressing range for different panel platforms, how to plan an addressing scheme before installation, and common addressing errors that cause commissioning problems.
Wiring configurations are explained with clear diagrams showing how Hochiki devices connect to the addressable loop in both Class A (ring/loop) and Class B (spur) configurations. You will learn cable selection requirements for Australian installations, maximum cable distances, the role of short-circuit isolators in maintaining loop integrity, and how to test loop circuits before and after device installation.
The module also covers device configuration and testing on the fire alarm control panel, including how to discover newly installed devices, assign them to detection zones, verify correct communication, and perform functional testing as required by AS 1851:2012.
Who Is This For?
This training is ideal for fire alarm technicians, electricians, and apprentices who work with addressable fire alarm systems that use Hochiki detection devices. If you are installing, commissioning, or maintaining fire alarm loops with Hochiki equipment, this module gives you the specific device knowledge you need.