EAS WiLAS Operation manual

WiLAS
Wireless Alert Siren S
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INSTALLATION
& USER GUIDE
RELEASE DATE: 15/12/11
D1377V06
Emergency Alert Systems
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Contents
System Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 System Components............................................................................................................................. 4
1.1.1 Basic................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.2 Options ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Operation Quick Guide.................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 WiLAS Remote Control Functions ........................................................................................................ 8
2.2 Alarm Activation .................................................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Alarm Deactivation ................................................................................................................................ 9
2.4 Remote Status LED Indicator................................................................................................................ 10
2.5 Remote Battery Replacement ............................................................................................................... 10
System Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Safety Procedures................................................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Pre-Installation checks .......................................................................................................................... 13
3.3 Installation- General Procedure: ........................................................................................................... 14
3.4 Siren Installation - Guidelines ............................................................................................................... 15
3.5 Siren Installation - Instructions .............................................................................................................. 16
3.6 Solar Panel (optional) - Guidelines ....................................................................................................... 17
3.7 Solar Panel (optional) – Installation ...................................................................................................... 18
3.8 Indoor Beacon Light System (optional) – Installation............................................................................ 19
3.9 Control Station and Antenna - Guidelines............................................................................................. 20
3.10 Control Station and Antenna - Component Detail............................................................................... 21
3.11 Control Station and Antenna – Installation.......................................................................................... 22
3.12 System Checks ................................................................................................................................... 23
4. System Configuration.................................................................................................................................. 27
4.1 Configuration Overview......................................................................................................................... 28
4.1.1 Remote Button Functions in “Training” Mode .................................................................................... 29

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4.1.2 Entering Training Mode...................................................................................................................... 29
4.1.3 Entering Control Station Training Mode............................................................................................. 30
4.2 WiLAS System Configuration Procedures ........................................................................................... 31
4.2.1 Procedure to Create a New Slave Remote........................................................................................ 31
4.2.2. Procedure to Replace a Master Remote........................................................................................... 32
4.2.3. Procedure to Create a Slave Control Station.................................................................................... 33
4.2.4 Procedure to Create Masters (new installation only) ......................................................................... 34
4.2.5 Procedure to Replace Master Control Station* .................................................................................. 35
4.2.6 Procedure to Delete a Slave Control Station from the Network......................................................... 36
4.2.7 Procedure to delete a Slave Remote from the Network..................................................................... 37
4.2.8. Procedure to delete all Slave Remotes from the Network ................................................................ 38
4.2.9 Procedure to Configure Indoor Beacon Light Systems...................................................................... 39
5. Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................... 41
6. Technical Data ............................................................................................................................................ 47
6.1. WiLAS Remote..................................................................................................................................... 48
6.2 WiLAS Control Station........................................................................................................................... 49
6.3 WiLAS Siren (2 per Control Station) ..................................................................................................... 50
6.4 WiLAS Antenna (1 per Control Station) ................................................................................................ 51
6.5 WiLAS Solar Charging Kit (Optional – 1 per Control Station)...............................................................52
6.6 Indoor Wireless Beacon Light System (Optional)................................................................................. 53
6.7 Outdoor Wireless Beacon (Optional) .................................................................................................... 54
6.8 WiLAS Door Mounted Control Panel (Optional – 1 per Station)........................................................... 55
6.9 WiLAS Wall Mounted Remote Control.................................................................................................. 56
6.10 EAS Advisory Wall Plaque .................................................................................................................. 57
7. Part Numbers .............................................................................................................................................. 59
8. Standards & Compliance ............................................................................................................................ 61
9. Guarantees and Warranties ........................................................................................................................ 63
10. Manufacturers Contact Details.................................................................................................................. 65

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System Overview

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The ‘Wireless Alert Siren’ (WiLAS) System from EAS was developed to deliver louder, more easily
distinguished “Lockdown” and “Evacuation” alerts, or other site-specific warnings, more rapidly and at a
significantly lower installed cost, compared to traditional ‘hard-wired’ systems with central control panels.
The WiLAS System is a completely wirelessly networked, wirelessly activated alert siren system, with
optional supplementary visual warning devices. The total absence of cabling to distributed power and control
signals around an installed network, means warning devices can be placed where they’re needed to deliver
their warnings to best effect; and because the remote controls are also compact and wireless, they can be
either carried in a pocket, or located at fixed locations anywhere around the site where WiLAS is installed.
This not only dramatically improves design flexibility and dramatically lowers response times , it also
removes inherent points of failure (such as centralised power and control cables which, if damaged, could
render the entire system useless) as well as lowers the costs of installation. Simply place the siren (or
optional flashing beacons) where they’re needed around the workplace or site to be covered, place fixed
(optional) activation panels where they’re needed, and distribute wireless handheld remote controls to
authorised operators as required, to ensure optimal site coverage.
Then, in an emergency - whether it be a lockdown condition due to an intruder on site, or an evacuation due
to a fire or chemical spill – simply select the required alert tone on any of the handheld or fixed wireless
controls, and within seconds, every siren and/or beacon is activated. Whether it’s one or one hundred
sirens, or one building or a mine site covering several square kilometres, WiLAS improves site safety by
delivering more easily understood warnings.
Configuring a WiLAS System for your site is relatively easy. Sirens are placed to deliver best audio
coverage, with each pair of sirens being connected to a Control Station that supplies power and provides the
network connection. As long as any one Control Station is within 300-400 metres (maximum) of at least one
Control Station (but preferably two or more), then any one Control Station that is activated by a wireless
control will repeat the activation/deactivation signal to any other Control Station in range.
In this way, even over areas of several square kilometres, signals can be rapidly repeated, setting off every
siren or flashing beacon in the network - and all without the need for interconnecting cable around the site
between control panels and sirens.

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Figure 1 illustrates how a WiLAS system can be deployed in a typical multi-building campus site, and how
activation signals are propagated through the network via multiple pathways. This ability to automatically
create multiple pathways makes WiLAS highly resilient, providing redundant signal pathways in the event of
radio interference, or hardware failures resulting from faults, vandalism or malicious attacks.
Figure 1: Deployment of WiLAS System on a typical multi-building site
To enhance network robustness, WiLAS uses a security coded radio signal. Every wireless remote control,
Control Station and optional warning Beacon Station is keyed to a site-specific network to ensure network
integrity. Every Control Station is additionally supplied with dual siren horns, not only to deliver greater audio
output, but to provide redundancy. Back-up batteries on the Control Stations, and optional solar charging
systems ensure maximum network up time by ensuring the system will work even in a total power blackout.
Figure 2: Typical WiLAS Control Station & dual siren horn installation

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1.1 System Components
1.1.1 Basic
1.1.2 Options
Wireless Remote Control
Wireless handheld “Remote” which allow the user to:
•Control the activation of alert warnings
•Test and diagnose system performance
•Configure other networked devices
Control Stations
Wirelessly activated which:
• Receive and relay radio messages from Remotes, Fixed Control Panels or
other Control Stations to other devices in the same network
• Drive the remotely mounted Sirens
• Charge the internal battery (via mains or optional solar powered charger)
Sirens
Connected to Control Stations in pairs to provide high output audio alerts via
distinct alert tones and spoken 'voice-overs'. Supplied with cable and J-Bar
mounts to install on external walls.
Indoor Wireless Beacon Station
Provide supplementary visual warnings on sites with high ambient noice, or
hearing-impared personnel. Deliver warnings via three colour-coded strobe
(flashing) lights. Wall or ceiling mounted.

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Outdoor Wireless Beacon Station
Provide supplementary visual warnings, as per Indoor Beacons. Deliver warnings
via three colour-coded strobe (flashing) lights. Wall or pole mounted.
Solar Power Kit
May be connected to a Control Station (one solar kit per station) to allow
installation of Control Stations in locations that do not have mains power
Control Station Mounted Control Panel
Integrated into a Control Station door to provide additional alert activation
locations.
Stand-Alone Wireless Control Panel
A "stand alone" fixed control panel which may be remotely located at strategic
locations throughout a site to provide additional alert activation locations. These
controls only provide an activation signal to a network of installed WiLAS devices
and can not be used to extend the wireless system signal coverage.
Advisory Wall Plaque
A wipeable wall poster which allows details of site safety warden, safe zones and
evacuation assembly points to be recorded. Ideal for classrooms, meeting rooms,
or locations where personnel might not be familiar with site specific procedures.

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Operation Quick Guide

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2.1 WiLAS Remote Control Functions
The WiLAS System allows authorised personnel to activate three different warning alerts via the handheld
remote control or fixed panels illustrated in figure 2. When activated, each alert comprises a distinctive siren
tone followed by a verbal announcement detailed in Table 1. Optional colour-coded visual warning beacon
light systems are also activated simultaneously.
Note that Wireless Remote Controls, whether they be handheld or affixed to a Control Station door or a wall,
are battery powered and require periodic checks to ensure batteries are charged. Control Station or Wall
Mount Controls do not draw power from mains power.
Figure 3: Remote Control buttons and their functions
Table 1 – Alert Beacon Light System Colours and Announcement
Alert Beacon Colour Announcement
EVACUATE
“Evacuate! Go to your nearest evacuation
assembly area”.
LOCKDOWN
“Lockdown. Go to your nearest safe zone”.
ALL CLEAR
“All Clear! Wait for instructions from safety
warden”.
Button 1
LOCKDOWN
(Learn)
Button 2
EVACUATE
(Teach)
Status Light
Button 4
DEACTIVATE
(Exit)
Button 3
ALL CLEAR
(Delete)
RED
ORANGE
GREEN

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2.2 Alarm Activation
Press and hold the button corresponding to the desired alert (refer to figure 2 and table 1)
Note that, to avoid accidental activation, the button must be held down for at least one
second for an alert activation request to be transmitted to the network
2.3 Alarm Deactivation
To disable an alert you must press the DEACTIVATE button. Pressing the same button
again while the alert is activated will have no effect.
The Remotes and Fixed Control Panels continue to transmit for approximately 8 seconds
after the button is released to ensure good signal reception.
To minimise noise pollution, all alerts automatically de-activate after 10 minutes of
continuous activation.
When a Remote or Fixed Control Panel transmits a message, all other activation controls will
be ignored by the network for approximately 10 seconds after the transmission.

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2.4 Remote Status LED Indicator
The tri-colour LED on the front face of the Remote (figure 2) illuminates whenever a button is
pressed. The colour of the LED provides important diagnostic information on the status of
the Remote. Table 2 summarises the status condition represented by each colour:
Table 2 – Remote LED Status Conditions
The Remote has *not* received an acknowledgement message from the Master Control
station to verify reception of its transmission. If the status light persists in showing red for
more than 3 seconds then you should move the remote closer to (or within line-of-site of) a
Control Station.
The Remote *has* received an acknowledgement message to confirm that the Master
Control station successfully received its transmission.
Low Battery warning. The Remote’s internal batteries are low and should be replaced as
soon as possible to ensure reliable operation. (Refer to section 2.5) (The Orange LED will
also flash approximately once every 10 seconds even when not in use to denote a low
battery condition)
2.5 Remote Battery Replacement
The Remote utilises 2 x AAA Alkaline batteries. The batteries should be routinely replaced every 3 months
(or whenever the status LED illuminates orange). To replace the batteries remove 3 x screws on the rear of
the remotes casing. Ensure the replacement batteries are inserted in the correct polarity (refer to figure 3).
Figure 4: Remote Battery Replacement
RED
GREEN
ORANGE

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System Installation

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3.1 Safety Procedures
Ensure that the following SAFETY PROCEDURES are
observed when installing the WiLAS System
Wear hearing protection when working in close proximity to the
sirens
Wear a safety harness when installing WiLAS System components
at height
Always connect the siren cable at the siren end first
Quarantine the Remotes and any fixed activation panels so that the
system cannot be activated during installation
Ensure the Control Station fuse is disconnected before removing or
replacing the battery

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3.2 Pre-Installation checks
Please read the WiLAS System User Operations
Guide thoroughly before commencing installation
Your WiLAS system has been preconfigured prior to shipment. One Control Station is configured as a
“Master” Control Station, all others being configured as “Slave” Control Stations. Similarly, one WiLAS
Remote Control (or fixed Control panel) is configured as a “Master” with all others configured as Slaves.
There is only one Master Remote per network. The number of Slave Control Stations and Slave Remotes
will depend on the number of Control Stations specified by the site survey.
Before permanently installing any equipment, it should be verified that:
The designated position for the Master Control Station is readily
accessible and in close proximity to the main office (or other appropriate
central building).
Each individual Control Station (or optional Beacon Light Station) is sited
within 300 metres of at least one other Control Station. Ideally 2 or
more stations should be within the 300m range.
The proposed location of the Sirens and Control Stations provide
satisfactory audio coverage and remote signal reception (line of sight
between antennae is desirable).

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3.3 Installation- General Procedure:
InstalltheMasterControlStationsystemfirst
(TheexactsequenceofSirens/SolarPanels/Station
housingforeachsiteisnotcriticalandcanbe
co‐ordinatedattheinstallersdiscretion)
PeformSystemscheckoneachstation
astheyareinstalled
InstallSlaveControlStations
oneatatime,workingaway
fromtheMasterStation
Validatesystemfunctionality
andperformance
Finaliseinstallationofeach
ControlStation
Performacceptancetestand
"sign‐off"

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3.4 Siren Installation - Guidelines
Two Sirens may be connected to each Control Station. The location and mounting position
of each Siren should be determined in advance during the site survey so as to optimise
audio coverage and clarity. Sirens are mounted using the supplied “J-Bars” (1 Siren per J-
Bar)
Avoid orienting the Sirens so that they directly face other Sirens or so that they are inclined
towards acoustically reflective surfaces (walls, awnings, canopies etc)
Ensure that Siren cables are neatly routed, properly strain relieved and tamper proofed as
far as is practicable (use protective conduit if necessary).
Do not locate or orientate the Sirens directly at “ear level” or so that they are within 5m of
personnel workstations.
Figure 5: Best Practice guide to positioning Siren Horns

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3.5 Siren Installation - Instructions
Noting the best practice guidelines outlined in section 3.4, identify the location of each of the
two Sirens and their corresponding Control Station (as defined by the site survey). Prepare
the Siren cable access and routing paths to the Control Station. Unpack two Sirens “A”
(Figure 5) “J-Bar” assemblies “B” and Siren cables “C” from the transit packaging. Slacken
the Siren U-bolt clamp nuts “D” and separate each Siren from its J-Bar.
Securely mount each J-Bar in the desired Siren location using 4 x M10 corrosion resistant
fasteners each rated to a minimum of 25 Kg load capacity (not supplied). Mount each Siren
on its J-Bar, noting that the Siren must be mounted in an upright position, i.e. with the
bracket “E” at the bottom of the Siren as illustrated in figure 5. (This orientation allows water
to drain from the Siren’s drain hole). Before tightening the Siren U-bolt clamps “D”, adjust the
orientation of the Sirens to achieve optimal audio performance for each site.
Connect one terminal of the supplied Siren cables “C” (one black / one black with a white
stripe) to the screw terminal “F” on the black Siren driver and the other terminal to screw
terminal “G” (Refer to figure 5 - It is not critical which wire is connected to each terminal).
Ensure that the screw terminals are securely tightened and that a spring washer is fitted to
ensure the terminal nut cannot loosen under prolonged vibration.
Route both Siren cables to the Control Station enclosure (do not connect cables to the
Control Station at this stage). Ensure the Siren cables are strain relieved via a cable-tie (not
supplied) secured to the J-Bar and that the cables are concealed and tamper proofed as far
as is practicable (use protective conduit if necessary).
Figure 6: Siren Horn mounting and connecting hardware