Argus Security VEGA FLEXIPLUS VC-BS-01 User manual

Products compatibility and general description
These products are to be used in conjunction with the following Vega and Vega Lite detectors:
V100 (VE0110CPR20130701) Vega smoke detector
V200 (VE0110CPR20130701) Vega smoke / temperature detector
V350 (VE0110CPR20130701) Vega temperature detector
LV100 (VE0210CPR20130701) Vega smoke detector without isolator
LV200 (VE0210CPR20130701) Vega smoke / temperature detector without isolators
LV350 (VE0210CPR20130701) Vega temperature detectors without isolators
(In brackets, DOP reference)
These products are compatible only with control panels that use the Vega protocol.
In order to work, these sounder bases require a suitable host detector.
Following the triggering of an alarm condition on the host detector, the Vega Flexiplus base sounder activates its acoustic output, previously
selected through its selector.
Base sounders equipped with VAD (Visual Alarm Device), in conjunction with the acoustic signal, also emit an alarm visual signal; specifically:
- for VC-BSB-23W-01 white optical alarm signal
- for VC-BSB-23R-01 red optical alarm signal.
Product parts
Ceiling mounting bracket (picture 1)
1. Sound diffuser cone.
2. Loop cables passage.
3. Pre-cut holes for screwing the bracket to the ceiling.
4. Fixing pins.
Base sounder (picture 2)
1. Adaptor base for the host detector.
2. Selector for the acoustic tone, volume and VAD output intensity.
3. Bracket-base sounder screw fixing location.
4. VAD output.
5. Loop cables passage.
6. Acoustic alarm signal outlet.
7. Bracket’s pins hosting holes.
VC-BS-01 VEGA FLEXIPLUS BASE SOUNDER
VC-BSB-23W-01 VEGA FLEXIPLUS BASE SOUNDER + WHITE VAD
VC-BSB-23R-01 VEGA FLEXIPLUS BASE SOUNDER + RED VAD
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Installation - general procedure
1. Install the mounting bracket onto the ceiling.
2. Select the acoustic alarm tone, its volume and the VAD light emission power using the selector.
3. Install the base sounder on the mounting bracket.
4. Connect the Vega loop to the base sounder.
5. Install the host detector.
6. Test the base sounder-host detector assembly.
Mounting bracket installation
1. Pass the loop cables through their bracket’s passage.
2. Set the bracket in the intended installation location.
3. Fix the bracket to the ceiling, using the supplied screws and wall anchors; use the pre-cut holes.
Tone, volume and VAD power selection
Use the internal micro-switches for selecting the acoustical tone, volume and VAD power (if present).
To move the single micro-switches use the tip of a little screw-
driver.
In the tone, volume and VAD power selection tables of this
manual, the micro-switch positioned at the high end is indicat-
ed as “1”, while when at the low end with “0” (picture 3).
1. Set the acoustic tone with the first 5 micro-switches and
referring to table 1.
2. Set the volume with position 6 and 7 micro-switches and
referring to table 2.
3. If applicable, set the VAD power with position 8’s
micro-switch and referring to table 3.
Installing the device on the mounting bracket
1. Pass the loop’s cables through their device passage.
2. Assemble the bracket together with the device, inserting the pins of the fist
into the corresponding holes of the second.
3. Fix the device to the bracket using the supplied screws.
Wiring the base sounder to the Vega loop
Connect the loop’s wires to the adaptor base of the host detector (picture 5); in
any case, refer to the detector’s manual for further data.
Host detector’s installation
Install the host detector on the base
sounder; refer to the detector’s installation
manual.
Base sounder - host detector testing
1. Alarm and check the detector’s effectiveness as
described in its manual.
2. Check that the base sounder’s alarm acoustic signal
and volume correspond as selected.
3. If present, check the VAD’s effectiveness and
intensity.
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Power off the loop before
performing any wiring.
Make sure that the bracket’s sound diffuser
cone corresponds to the device’s sound
outlet.
Loop In
Positive (+) Loop Out
Positive (+)
Loop In
Negative (-)
Loop Out
Negative (-)
Picture 5

Tone Name designation Description Selectors 12345
0Silent No sound 11111
1Warble Tone 800Hz for 500ms, then 1000Hz for 500ms 11101
2Continuous tone 970Hz continuous 01011
3Slow Whoop (Dutch) 500-1200Hz for 3500ms, then off for 500ms 10101
4German DIN tone 1200-500Hz for 1000ms (1Hz) 00111
5Alternate HF slow sweep 2350-2900Hz for 333ms (3Hz) 10010
6Alternative warble 800Hz for 250ms, then 960Hz for 250ms 11110
7Alternative warble 500Hz for 250ms, then 600Hz for 250ms 11100
8Analogue sweep tone 500-600Hz for 500ms (2Hz) 10100
9Australian Alert (intermittent tone) 970Hz for 625ms, then off for 625ms 10001
10 Australian Evac (slow whoop) 500-1200Hz for 3750ms, then off for 250ms 10110
11 FP1063.1-Telecom 800Hz for 250ms, then 970Hz for 250ms 00001
12 French tone AFNOR 554Hz for 100ms, then 440Hz for 400ms 00101
13 HF Back up interrupted tone 2800Hz for 1s, then off for 1s 11011
14 HF Back up interrupted tone - fast 2800Hz for 150ms, then off for 150ms 11001
15 HF Continuous 2800Hz continuous 01001
16 Interrupted tone 800Hz for 500ms, then off for 500ms 01111
17 Interrupted tone medium 1000Hz for 250ms, then off for 250ms 01101
18 ISO 8201 LF BS5839 Pt 1 1988 970Hz for 500ms, then off for 500ms 01110
19 ISO 8201 HF 2850Hz for 500ms, then off for 500ms 01100
20 LF Back up Alarm 800Hz for 150ms, then off for 150ms 11010
21 LF Buzz 800-950Hz for 9ms 01010
22 LF Continuous tone BS5839 800Hz continuous 11000
23 Siren 2 way ramp (long) 500-1200Hz rising for 3000ms, then falling for 3000ms 00000
24 Siren 2 way ramp (short) 500-1200Hz rising for 250ms, then falling for 250ms 00010
25 Swedish all clear signal 660Hz continuous 00100
26 Swedish Fire signal 660Hz for 150ms, then off for 150ms 00110
27 Sweep tone (1 Hz) 800-900Hz for 1000ms 10111
28 Sweep tone (3 Hz) 800-970Hz for 333ms (3Hz) 10011
29 Sweep tone (9 Hz) 800-970Hz for 111ms (9Hz) 01000
30 US Temporal Pattern HF (2900Hz for 500ms, 500ms off) x3, then off for 1500ms 00011
31 LF Sweep (Cranford tone) 800-1000Hz for 500ms (2Hz) 10000
Table 1
Volume Selectors 67
High 11
Medium high 01
Medium low 10
Low 00 Table 2
VAD intensity Selector 8
High 1
Low 0
Table 3
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Technical specifications
Voltage range From 16 to 40 V (typical 24 V)
Max load current for the VC-BS-01
24 V applied
High volume selected
Tone 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 only
Base sounder only
3,5 mA
Max load current for the VC-BSB-23W-01 and VC-BSB-23R-01
24 V applied
High volume selected
VAD set to max power
Tone 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 only
Base sounder with beacon
21 mA
Max load current for the VC-BS-01
16 V applied
High volume selected
Tone 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 only
Base sounder only
4 mA
Max load current for the VC-BSB-23W-01 and VC-BSB-23R-01
16 V applied
High volume selected
VAD set to max power
Tone 1,2,3 and 4 only
Base sounder with beacon
32 mA
Max load current for the VC-BS-01
40 V applied
High volume selected
Tone 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 only
Base sounder with beacon
2,5 mA
Max load current for the VC-BSB-23W-01 and VC-BSB-23R-01
40 V applied
High volume selected
VAD set to max power
Tone 1,2,3 and 4 only
Base sounder with beacon
13 mA
VAD’s signal frequency
All VAD models 0.5 Hz
VAD typical flash coverage for the VC-BSB-23W-01
VAD set to high power C 3 - 15 and O 4.5 - 15.2
VAD typical flash coverage for the VC-BSB-23R-01
VAD set to high power C 3 - 10
VAD typical flash coverage for the VC-BSB-23W-01
VAD set to low power C 3 - 9.2
VAD typical flash coverage for the VC-BSB-23R-01
VAD set to low power O 1.7 - 6.0
VAD’s signal colour VC-BSB-23W-01 (white)
VC-BSB-23R-01 (red)
Acoustic output frequency range (all tones) From 440 to 2900 Hz
Maximum acoustic intensity
Tone 1,2,3 and 4 only 92.6 dB(A)
Ambient temperature range From -10 to +55 °C
Maximum tolerated humidity 95% RH (without condensation)
IP 21C
Weight (VC-BS-01)200 g
Weight (VC-BSB-23W-01 and VC-BSB-23R-01)210 g
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Acoustic operational performance - EN 54-3 Certified Tones
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Tone 3 Tone 4
Tone 6 - VC-BS-01 Tone 6 - VC-BSB-23W-01
Tone 2
Tone 1
Wall Mounted Device Demonstration
Re. Item VC-BSB-23W-01, VS-BSB-23R-01 only

WARNINGS AND LIMITATIONS
Our devices use high quality electronic components and plastic materials that are
highly resistant to environmental deterioration.
However, after 10 years of continuous operation, it is advisable to replace the
devices in order to minimize the risk of reduced performance caused by external
factors.
Ensure that this device is only used with compatible control panels.
Detection systems must be checked, serviced and maintained on a regular basis to
confirm correct operation.
Smoke sensors may respond differently to various kinds of smoke particles, thus
application advice should be sought for special risks.
Sensors cannot respond correctly if barriers exist between them and the fire location
and may be affected by special environmental conditions.
Refer to and follow national codes of practice and other internationally recognized
fire engineering standards.
Appropriate risk assessment should be carried out initially to determine correct
design criteria and updated periodically.
WARRANTY
All devices are supplied with the benefit of a limited 5 years warranty relating to
faulty materials or manufacturing defects, effective from the production date indicat-
ed on each product.
This warranty is invalidated by mechanical or electrical damage caused in the field
by incorrect handling or usage.
Product must be returned via your authorized supplier for repair or replacement
together with full information on any problem identified.
Full details on our warranty and product’s returns policy can be obtained upon
request.
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EN 54-3:2001+A1:2002+A2:2006
Fire alarm devices - Sounders
* VC-BS-01
** VC-BSB-23W-01
** VC-BSB-23R-01
EN 54-23:2010
Fire alarm devices - Visual Alarm Devices
** VC-BSB-23W-01
** VC-BSB-23R-01
Type A - Intended for indoor use only
For use in compatible fire detection and alarm systems
Other technical data: see TDS-BSXXX held by the manufac-
turer
Category rating:
C 3 - 15 & O 4.5 - 15.2
VC-BSB-23W-01 (high power)
C 3 - 10
VC-BSB-23R-01 (high power)
C 3 - 9.2
VC-BSB-23W-01 (low power)
O 1.7 - 6.0
VC-BSB-23R-01 (low power)
Duration of operation: Pass
Provision for external conductors: Pass
Flammability of materials: Pass
Enclosure protection: Pass
Access: Pass
Manufacturer's adjustments: Pass
On-site adjustment of behaviour: Pass
Requirements for software controlled devices: Pass
Coverage volume: Pass
Variation of light output: Pass
Minimum and maximum light intensity: Pass
Light colour: White (VC-BSB-23W-01)
Light colour: Red (VC-BSB-23R-01)
Light temporal pattern / frequency of flashing: N/A / 0.5 Hz
Marking and data: Pass
Synchronization: Pass
Durability: Pass
Temperature resistance: Pass
Humidity resistance: Pass
Shock and vibration resistance: Pass
Corrosion resistance: Pass
Electrical stability: Pass
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* BS0310CPR * BS0310UK
** BS0410CPR ** BS0410UK