Federal Signal Corporation I-IPSIU User manual

25500431
Rev. A1 0218
Printed in U.S.A.
© Copyright 2018 Federal Signal Corporation
Informer™Sensor/Radio Interface Unit
Model I-IPSIU
Description, Specications,
and Installation Manual

Limited Warranty
This product is subject to and covered by a limited warranty,
a copy of which can be found at www.fedsig.com/SSG-Warranty.
A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written
request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive,
University Park, IL 60484, email to [email protected] or
call [phone].
This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or
implied, contractual or statutory, including, but not limited to the
warranty of merchantability, warranty of tness for a particular
purpose and any warranty against failure of its essential purpose.
2645 Federal Signal Drive
University Park, Illinois 60484-3617
www.fedsig.com
Customer Support 800-548-7229 • [phone]
Technical Support 800-524-3021 • [phone]
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
All products indicated are trademarks of Federal Signal Corporation.

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Description, Specications, and Installation Manual
Contents
Safety Messages......................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Messages to Installers .............................................................................................................................5
General Description ................................................................................................................................................8
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................8
Features..............................................................................................................................................................8
Optional Features ...............................................................................................................................................9
I-IPSIU Main Components ..................................................................................................................................9
Input/Output Locations........................................................................................................................................9
Visual Indications ..............................................................................................................................................10
Ethernet Port (PoE)...........................................................................................................................................10
Power Input.......................................................................................................................................................10
Serial Port .........................................................................................................................................................10
Carrier Detect/Rear Input..................................................................................................................................10
Digital Inputs .....................................................................................................................................................10
Relay Outputs ...................................................................................................................................................10
Audio Input........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Radio and Audio PTT Outputs .......................................................................................................................... 11
Radio Connections............................................................................................................................................ 11
Specications ........................................................................................................................................................13
Electrical Code Compliance..............................................................................................................................14
Installation..............................................................................................................................................................14
Determine a Suitable Location..........................................................................................................................14
Rack Mounting ..................................................................................................................................................14
Wall Mounting ...................................................................................................................................................15
Testing and Training..............................................................................................................................................16
Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................................17
Getting Service ......................................................................................................................................................17

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Informer Sensor/Radio Interface Unit (Model I-IPSIU)
Tables
Table 1 Visual Indications.....................................................................................................................................10
Table 2 Carrier Detect/Rear Input.........................................................................................................................10
Table 3 Audio Input................................................................................................................................................ 11
Table 4 JP3 Radio and Audio PTT Outputs......................................................................................................... 11
Table 5 Radio Interface Cables Part Numbers ....................................................................................................12
Table 6 Electrical ...................................................................................................................................................13
Table 7 Audible Indications ..................................................................................................................................13
Table 8 Serial and Ethernet Ports ........................................................................................................................13
Table 10 Digital Input.............................................................................................................................................13
Table 11 Relay Output ...........................................................................................................................................13
Table 12 Environmental and Physical .................................................................................................................13
Table 13 Replacement Connectors Part Numbers .............................................................................................17
Table 14 Scrolling Message Display Part Number .............................................................................................17
Figures
Figure 1 I-IPSIU Front Views...................................................................................................................................9
Figure 2 I-IPSIU Back View .....................................................................................................................................9
Figure 3 Attach Bracket ........................................................................................................................................14
Figure 4 Rack Mount Dimensions........................................................................................................................15
Figure 5 Attach Bracket ........................................................................................................................................15
Figure 6 Wall Mount Dimensions .........................................................................................................................16

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Safety Messages
Description, Specications, and Installation Manual
Safety Messages
It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be
installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country electric
codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes.
Planning
• If suitable warning equipment is not selected, the installation site for the Informer
is not selected properly or the Informer is not installed properly, it may not produce
the intended optimum audible warning. If applicable, follow Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) recommendations.
• If the Informer is not activated in a timely manner when an emergency condition
exists, they cannot provide the intended audible warning. It is imperative that
knowledgeable people, who are provided with the necessary information, are
available at all times to authorize activation.
• The sound output of the Informer is capable of causing permanent hearing damage.
To prevent excessive exposure, carefully plan placement, post warnings, and restrict
access to areas near sirens.
• Activating the Informer may not result in people taking the desired actions if those
to be warned are not properly trained about the meaning of warning sounds. Users
should follow FEMA recommendations and instruct those to be warned of correct
actions to be taken.
After installation, service, or maintenance, test the system to conrm that it is operating
properly. Test the system regularly to conrm that it will be operational in an emergency.
Safety Messages to Installers
People’s lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow
all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a trained
electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electrical Code and/or Canadian
Electrical Code and will follow the NEC and/or CEC Guidelines as well as all local
codes.
The selection of the mounting location for this Informer, its controls and the routing of
the wiring are to be accomplished under the direction of the Facilities Engineer and the
Safety Engineer. In addition, listed below are some other important safety instructions
and precautions you should follow:
• Electrocution or severe personal injury can occur when performing various
installation and service functions such as making electrical connections, drilling
holes, or lifting equipment. Therefore only experienced electricians should install
this product in accordance with national, state and any other electrical codes having
jurisdiction. Perform all work under the direction of the installation or service crew
safety foreman.