Abstract: There is disclosed a multi-zone microprocessor fire control apparatus. The control apparatus employs a microprocessor which monitors a plurality of zones. Each zone may be associated with a smoke detector and which smoke detector will provide a predetermined condition when smoke is present in a zone. The microprocessor is controlled to monitor each zone by scanning the zones in a predetermined sequence. The microprocessor is associated with the key pad. According to the present invention, the key pad is accessed by a serviceman who inserts a given code into the key pad indicative of a one man test mode. The microprocessor recognizes the selection of this mode and therefore anticipates receiving an alarm condition due to the fact that the serviceman, after accessing the key pad, will enter a selected zone to provide an intentional alarm at that zone.