Fire-Lite Alarms FIRE COMMAND 25 Supplement

FIRE•COMMAND•25/50
Voice Evacuation Control Panel
Installation and Operating
Instruction Manual
P/N 50580:C ECN 97-303
C
Document #50580
8/12/97 Rev.
© 1997 Fire•Lite
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WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Installation Precautions - Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be connected to the fire alarm
control panel. Disconnect all sources of power before servicing. Control unit and
associated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards,
modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is energized. Do not attempt to
install, service, or operate this unit until this manual is read and understood.
CAUTION - System Reacceptance Test after Software Changes: To ensure
proper system operation, this product must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72-
1993 Chapter 7 after any programming operation or change in site-specific software.
Reacceptance testing is required after any change, addition or deletion of system
components, or after any modification, repair or adjustment to system hardware or
wiring.
All components, circuits, system operations, or software functions known to be
affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition, to ensure that other
operations are not inadvertently affected, at least 10% of initiating devices that are
not directly affected by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be
tested and proper system operation verified.
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0-49OC/32-120OF and
at a relative humidity of 85% RH (non-condensing) at 30O C/86OF. However, the
useful life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic components may
be adversely affected by extreme temperature ranges and humidity. Therefore,
it is recommended that this system and its peripherals be installed in an
environment with a nominal room temperature of 15-27OC/60-80OF.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indicating device loops.
Most devices cannot tolerate more than a 10% I.R. drop from the specified device
voltage.
Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may operate erratically or can
be damaged when subjected to lightning induced transients. Although no system is
completely immune from lightning transients and interferences, proper grounding will
reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial wiring is not recommended, due to
an increased susceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical
Services Department if any problems are anticipated or encountered.
Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or inserting circuit boards.
Failure to do so can damage circuits.
Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing, reaming, or punching
of the enclosure. When possible, make all cable entries from the sides or rear.
Before making modifications, verify that they will not interfere with battery,
transformer, and printed circuit board location.
Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over tightening may damage
threads, resulting in reduced terminal contact pressure and difficulty with screw
terminal removal.
This system contains static-sensitive components. Always ground yourself with a
proper wrist strap before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed
from the body. Use static suppressive packaging to protect electronic assemblies
removed from the unit.
Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and programming manuals.
These instructions must be followed to avoid damage to the control panel and
associated equipment. FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper
installation.
Fire Alarm System Limitations While installing a fire alarm system may make lower insurance rates
possible, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm system - typically made up of smoke detectors, heat
detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning devices, and a fire alarm control
with remote notification capability can provide early warning of a developing fire.
Such a system, however, does not assure protection against property damage or
loss of life resulting from a fire.
Any fire alarm system may fail for a variety of reasons:
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot reach the detectors such
as in chimneys, in walls, or roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke
detectors also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. A second
floor detector, for example, may not sense a first floor or basement fire. Further-
more, all types of smoke detectors - both ionization and photoelectric types, have
sensing limitations. No type of smoke detector can sense every kind of fire caused
by carelessness and safety hazards like smoking in bed, violent explosions,
escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical
circuits, children playing with matches, or arson.
IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same room as the
control panel and in rooms used by the system for the connection of alarm
transmission wiring, communications, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are
not so located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crippling its
ability to report a fire.
Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people if these devices are
located on the other side of closed or partly open doors or are located on another
floor of a building.
A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical power. If AC power fails,
the system will operate from standby batteries only for a specified time.
Rate-of-Rise heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For
this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector should be tested at least once
per year by a qualified fire protection specialist.
Equipment used in the system may not be technically compatible with the control.
It is essential to use only equipment listed for service with your control panel.
Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premise to a central
monitoring station may be out of service or temporarily disabled.
The most common cause of fire alarm malfunctions, however, is inadequate
maintenance. All devices and system wiring should be tested and maintained by
professional fire alarm installers following written procedures supplied with each
device. System inspection and testing should be scheduled monthly or as required
by National and/or local fire codes. Adequate written records of all inspections should
be kept.
FCC Warning
Canadian Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radiation noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communica-
tions du Canada.
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CHAPTER 1: Product Description ..............................................................................................................6
1.1: Product Features..........................................................................................................................................6
FIGURE 1-1: Command Board with Supplied Power Supply Module...............................................8
FIGURE 1-2: Command Board With Amplifiers................................................................................9
1.2: Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................10
1.3: Controls and Indicators ...............................................................................................................................11
FIGURE 1-3: Controls and Indicators .................................................................................................11
1.4: Circuits ........................................................................................................................................................12
1.5: Components.................................................................................................................................................13
FIGURE 1-4: Main Circuit Board .......................................................................................................13
FIGURE 1-5: Cabinet ..........................................................................................................................13
FIGURE 1-6: Dress Panel....................................................................................................................13
1.6: Optional Modules.......................................................................................................................................13
CHAPTER 2: Field Programming................................................................................................................ 15
FIGURE 2-1: Field Programming DIP Switches.................................................................................15
2.1: S1 DIP Switch Settings ...............................................................................................................................15
TABLE 2-1: Switch Settings for Tones...............................................................................................15
2.2: S5 DIP Switch Settings ...............................................................................................................................16
TABLE 2-2: Switch Settings for Message Repeat...............................................................................16
TABLE 2-3: One 60 Second Message - Amp Selected.......................................................................17
TABLE 2-4: Two 30 Second Messages - Message Selected...............................................................17
2.3: S2 - Record Bypass Switch.........................................................................................................................18
CHAPTER 3: Installation............................................................................................................................ 19
3.1: Mounting Options .......................................................................................................................................19
FIGURE 3-1: VECP Cabinet...............................................................................................................19
3.2: Backbox Installation....................................................................................................................................19
FIGURE 3-2: FC-TR Trim Ring..........................................................................................................19
FIGURE 3-3: Cabinet Dimensions & Knockout Locations.................................................................20
FIGURE 3-4: VECP Backbox and Battery Box..................................................................................21
3.3: Operating Power..........................................................................................................................................22
FIGURE 3-5: Operating Power Connections.......................................................................................22
3.4: Auxiliary DC Power Output Connections...................................................................................................23
FIGURE 3-6: Auxiliary Power Connection.........................................................................................23
3.5: Input Circuits...............................................................................................................................................23
FIGURE 3-7: Command Input Circuits...............................................................................................23
3.6: Output Circuits............................................................................................................................................24
FIGURE 3-8: Example 1 - Activating Multiple VECPs with Master CMD Output Bus....................24
FIGURE 3-9: Example 2 - Activating MR-101C (or MR-201C) with Master CMD Output Bus......24
FIGURE 3-10: Trouble Relay..............................................................................................................25
FIGURE 3-11: AC Power Loss Relay.................................................................................................25
FIGURE 3-12: Speaker Circuit Connections.......................................................................................25
3.7: UL Power-limited Wiring Requirements ....................................................................................................26
FIGURE 3-13: Typical Wiring Diagram for UL Power-limited Requirements..................................26
3.8: Installation of Option Modules ...................................................................................................................27
3.8.1: Audio Amplifier Module (FC-AAM25)...........................................................................................27
FIGURE 3-14: Installation of Optional Audio Amplifier....................................................................27
3.8.2: 70.7 VRMS Transformer Module (FC-XRM70).................................................................................28
FIGURE 3-15: 70.7 VRMS Transformer Module Installation...............................................................28
3.8.3: Power Supply/Battery Charger Module FC-PSM(E)........................................................................29
FIGURE 3-16: Installation of Power Supply/Battery Charger Module...............................................29
3.8.4: Transformer Installation....................................................................................................................30
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FIGURE 3-17: Installation of Power Supply Transformer..................................................................30
3.8.5: Local Playback Speaker Module (FC-LPS) ......................................................................................31
FIGURE 3-18: Installation of Speaker Module ...................................................................................31
CHAPTER 4: Operating Instructions ...........................................................................................................32
4.1: Switches.......................................................................................................................................................32
4.1.1: Manual Evacuate/Message Override.................................................................................................32
FIGURE 4-1: Front Panel ....................................................................................................................32
4.1.2: REC - Record Push Button................................................................................................................32
4.1.3: Playback Button ................................................................................................................................33
4.2: LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................................33
4.2.1: LEDs Visible with Backbox Door Closed (Refer to Figure 4-1 on page 32)....................................33
4.2.2: LEDs Visible with Door Open and Optional Dress Panel Removed (Figure 1-1 & Figure 1-2)......34
4.3: Operation.....................................................................................................................................................34
4.3.1: Fire Alarm .........................................................................................................................................34
4.3.2: Fire Alarm Restoral...........................................................................................................................35
4.3.3: Manual Evacuation Switch Activation..............................................................................................35
4.3.4: Manual Evacuation Switch Restoral .................................................................................................35
4.3.5: Message Override Switch..................................................................................................................35
4.3.6: Trouble Condition Response.............................................................................................................35
4.3.7: Trouble Condition Restoral...............................................................................................................36
CHAPTER 5: Application Examples ............................................................................................................38
5.1: One Speaker Circuit ....................................................................................................................................38
FIGURE 5-1: One 25 Watt Speaker Circuit ........................................................................................38
5.2: One Speaker Circuit With Backup ..............................................................................................................39
FIGURE 5-2: One 25 Watt Speaker Circuit With Backup ..................................................................39
5.3: Two Speaker Circuits - One 60 Second Message On Both Amps...............................................................40
FIGURE 5-3: Two Speaker Circuits - One 60 Second Message On Both Amps................................40
5.4: Two Speaker Circuits - Two 30 Sec. Messages (Fire and Nonfire).............................................................41
FIGURE 5-4: Two Speaker Circuits - Two Messages.........................................................................41
5.5: Two Speaker Circuits - One or Two Messages (CMD1 and CMD2 Amp Selection) .................................42
FIGURE 5-5: Two Speaker Circuits - One of Two Messages.............................................................42
Appendix A: Battery Calculations ............................................................................................................43
TABLE A-1: Battery Calculations ......................................................................................................43
TABLE A-2: Regulated Load in Standby ...........................................................................................43
TABLE A-3: Regulated Load in Alarm ..............................................................................................44
Appendix B: Digital Voice Messages .......................................................................................................45
Appendix C: FCPS-24F(E) Connections ..................................................................................................46
FIGURE C-1: FCPS-24F(E) Connections to FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 ...........................................46
Appendix D: Addressable Module Connections .......................................................................................47
FIGURE D-1: Addressable Module Connections ...............................................................................47
Appendix E: Wiring Requirements ..........................................................................................................48
TABLE E-1: FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 Wiring Requirements ..........................................................48
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This control panel has been designed to comply with standards set forth by the following regulatory agencies:
•Underwriters Laboratories Standard UL 864
•NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
•CAN/ULC - S527-M87 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems
NFPA Standards
This Fire Alarm Control Panel complies with the following NFPA Standards:
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
Note: Audible signal appliances used in public mode applications, are required to have minimum
sound levels of 75 dBA at 10 feet (3 meters) and a maximum level of 120 dBA at the minimum hear-
ing distance from the audible appliance.
To ensure that the appliance is clearlyheard, the audible appliance sound level must be at least 15 dBA
above the average ambient sound level or 5 dBA above the maximum sound level with a duration of at
least 60 seconds, depending on which level is greater, with the sound level being measured 5 feet (1.5
meters) above the floor.
Underwriters Laboratories Documents:
UL 38 Manually Actuated Signaling Boxes
UL 217 Smoke Detectors, Single and Multiple Station
UL 228 Door Closers–Holders for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 268 Smoke Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 268A Smoke Detectors for Duct Applications
UL 346 Waterflow Indicators for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 464 Audible Signaling Appliances
UL 521 Heat Detectors for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 864 Standard for Control Units for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 1481 Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 1638 Visual Signaling Appliances
UL 1711 Amplifiers for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 1971 Signaling Devices for Hearing Impaired
CAN/ULC - S524-M91 Standard for Installation of Fire Alarm Systems
Other:
NEC Article 250 Grounding
NEC Article 300 Wiring Methods
NEC Article 760 Fire Protective Signaling Systems
Applicable Local and State Building Codes
Requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (LAHJ)
Fire•Lite Documents
Fire•Lite Device Compatibility Document Document #15384
FCPS-24F(E) Field Charger/Power Supply Document #50079
MS-9200 Technical Manual Document #15668
MS-9200E Export Technical Manual Document #50428
Before proceeding, the installer should be familiar with the following documents.
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CHAPTER 1 Product Description
The FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 Voice Evacuation Control Panel (VECP) is a single-channel, 25 watt, 25 VRMS, emer-
gency voice evacuation panel. The panel includes dual field programmable message capability (up to 60 seconds)
and an integral microphone. The base configuration requires that 24 VDC regulated power be provided to the
FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 for operational power. A separate custom power supply module with battery charger is
available and may be installed as an option to provide the 24 VDC regulated power. An optional second 25 watt
amplifier is also available for backup purposes or to provide an additional channel of 25 watts. Optional 70 VRMS
conversion modules are also available for installations where 70 VRMS speakers are to be installed or already exist.
The modular design allows for ease-of-serviceability.
Two Command Input Circuits can be independently field programmed for activation by an FACP Notification Appli-
ance Circuit reverse polarity or by closure of a supervised normally open contact. Terminals are provided for NAC
input and output to allow installation of the FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 anywhere along the NAC circuit being used to
activate it. Options via the Command Inputs allow one 60 second message over both amplifiers simultaneously or by
selecting amplifiers individually, two 30 second messages may be selected.
Significant technological enhancements set the FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 apart from other voice panels. These
enhancements include full supervision in both active (alarm or music) and standby conditions. Supervision is pro-
vided for:
✓amplifier outputs
✓field wiring (shorts and opens)
✓message generator
✓all tone generators
✓microphone
If the message generator fails, the system automatically reverts to the primary tone generator. If the primary tone
generator fails, one of three backups become enabled.
Power is fed independently to each amplifier so that a short circuit in one amplifier will not shut down the other. Full
output power of 25 watts per amplifier is generated while in a low battery condition. Power is not diminished when
the 70 VRMS option is installed. Audio is amplified from modern integrated circuits as opposed to transformer tech-
nology. This provides for very low signal distortion for crystal clear audio.
Primary applications for the FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 include nonhigh-rise structures such as restaurants, schools,
auditoriums, places of worship, buildings with occupancies over 50, etc. The FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 is designed
to interface directly to addressable or conventional fire alarm control panels or act as a complete stand-alone unit.
1.1 Product Features
•25 watts (25 VRMS) audio power (expandable to 50 watts)
•Modular design for maximum system flexibility
•Unobstructed module access and removable terminal blocks for ease of servicing and module replacement
•Designed to allow easy system expansion
•Dual Command Input circuits field selectable to be activated from 12 or 24 VDC Notification Appliance
Circuits (reverse polarity) or contact closures
•Single Style Y or Z speaker circuit (expandable to two with optional 25 watt expander amplifier)
•Integral supervised microphone
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Product Features
•Integral digital message repeater with 'primary' and 'secondary' dual-message capability
•Standard, prerecorded message:
“May I have your attention please. May I have your attention please. The signal you have just heard
indicates a report of a fire in this building. Please proceed to the nearest exit and leave the building.
Do not reenter the building unless directed to do so by the proper authorities.”
•Field-selectable message capability and custom message field recording capability using local microphone or
compatible audio input jack
•Two 30 second or one 60 second custom message
•Integral tone generators field selectable for steady, slow-whoop, high-low or chime tones
•Multiple Master configurations allow higher wattage capability
•Powered by:
✓optional internal power supply and battery charger (up to 17 AH) module FC-PSM(E)
✓host FACP
✓external UL listed power supply such as the Fire•Lite FCPS-24F(E)
•Optional 70.7 VRMS conversion module available for each amplifier
•Piezo sounder for local trouble
•Independent Form-C trouble relay
•35 mA auxiliary power output for addressable control modules (when interfaced with the Fire•Lite
MS-9200(E) FACP or equivalent) and End-of-Line power supervision relays
•Integral Dress Panel
•Optional local playback speaker and record control functions
•Auxiliary Audio Input for recording custom message from compatible source or playing music over the sys-
tem with prior approval of Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (LAHJ)
•Manual Evacuate/Message Override two position switch for transmission of stored voice messages or micro-
phone interrupt
•System LEDs (visible with cabinet door closed):
✓Power ON (green)
✓System Trouble (yellow)
✓Alarm (red)
✓Microphone Trouble (yellow)
✓Tone Generator Trouble (yellow)
✓Message Generator Trouble (yellow)
✓Record (green)
•Other System LEDs (located on modules)
✓Ground Fault (yellow) - optional FC-PSM(E) Power Supply Module
✓Battery Trouble (yellow) - optional FC-PSM(E) Power Supply Module
✓AC On (green) - optional FC-PSM(E) Power Supply Module
✓Amplifier Supervision (green) - Amplifier Module
✓Wiring Fault/Amplifier Fail (yellow) - Amplifier Module
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FIGURE 1-1:Command Board with Supplied Power Supply Module
Form-C AC
Loss Relay
Output Trigger
(activation by
ManualEvacuate
or CMD Inputs -
active polarity
shown)
+ - - +
Specific
Application
Power 35 mA - + + -
Amp #1 Input
Trigger by con-
tact closure or
NAC reverse
polarity - alarm
polarity shown
OUT IN - + + -
Amp #2 Input
Trigger by con-
tact closure or
NAC reverse
polarity - alarm
polarity shown
OUT IN
Form-C
Trouble
Relay
Future Use
Future Use
Disable
Message
Record
Master
Command
Board
Local
Playback
Speaker
RCA Jack
Local
Microphone
Connector
n/c n/c - + n/c
MAIN INPUT
POWER
HOT
NEUTRAL
EARTH
n/c
n/c
Connector for
Transformer
Supplied
Internal Power
Supply/Battery
Charger
FC-PSM(E)
Future
use
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Product Features
FIGURE 1-2:Command Board With Amplifiers
CAUTION: Match proper polarity connections to field wiring and
speakers. Polarity shown is in the standby and alarm conditions.
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1.2 Specifications
Main Input Power - TB3 Terminals 3(-) and 4(+)
Filtered 19.1 - 26.4 VDC, 4.2 amps maximum, supplied by an FACP or remote power supply UL listed for Fire
Protective Signaling Service, such as the FCPS-24F(E). See Appendices for compatibility chart and wiring dia-
grams. Use battery calculation tables in Appendix A to determine the actual current requirements. Note:When
using power from the host FACP or a remote power supply, the FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 power requirements
must be included in the FACP orremote power supply battery calculations.
CAUTION:When optional FC-PSM(E) PowerSupply/Battery ChargerModule is installed, do not connect exter-
nal power to Terminals 3 and 4. Terminals must have no wiring connected to them.
TB3 Terminals 1(-) and 2(+)
Future Use - Do not connect to field wiring.
Optional Internal Power Supply/Battery Charger FC-PSM(E) - Plugs into P7 of the main circuit board
AC Power - TB1 of Optional Power Supply/Battery Charger Module
FC-PSM Power Supply/Battery Charger Module: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1.0 amp.
FC-PSME Power Supply/Battery Charger Module: 220/240 VAC, 50 Hz, 0.5 amp.
Wire size: minimum #14 AWG with 600 V insulation.
AC Loss Relay - TB2 of Optional FC-PSM(E) Power Supply/Battery Charger Module
Operation: Relay transfers on loss of AC power to the Power Supply/Battery Charger Module for independent
monitoring by DACT.
TB2 AC Loss relay contact rating: 2.0 amps @ 30 VDC (resistive), 0.6 amps @125 VAC (resistive)
Battery (lead acid only) - P2 of Optional FC-PSM(E) Power Supply/Battery Charger Module
Maximum Charging Circuit: Normal Flat Charge - 27.6V @ 0.800 amp
Maximum Charger Capacity: 17 Amp Hour battery. (FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 cabinet holds maximum 7 Amp
Hour Battery. Larger batteries require Fire•Lite #BB-17F or other UL listed battery cabinet).
Command Input Circuits - TB2 Terminals 3(+) & 4(-) and TB5 Terminals 3(+) & 4(-)
CMD1 and CMD2 Command Input Circuits on Terminals 3 and 4. Terminal 1(-) and 2(+) are output terminals
which provide feed through of the NAC circuits to NAC devices downstream.
Power-limited circuitry
Operation: Both circuits independently field programmable to activate amplifiers on NAC polarity reversal or
contact-closure.
Normal Operating Voltage: 10.5 - 29 VDC (UL tested range: -15%, +10%)
NAC Reverse Polarity Current: 1.6 mA maximum.
Contact Closure Operation Current (requires 4.7K, ¼ watt End-of-Line Resistor P/N 27072): 6.6 mA maximum
Standby Current: n/a
Audio Amplifier Module - Standard Amp plugs into P4 of main circuit board, optional Amp (FC-AAM25)
plugs into P3 of main circuit board
Backup Audio In - TB2, Terminals 1 & 2 (Out Terminals 3 & 4)
Operation: Optional amplifier provides backup to standard amplifier. Switch S1 on the backup amplifier must be
'ON' and jumpers placed from backup amplifier TB2 Terminal 3 to standard amplifier TB2 Terminal 1 and from
backup amplifier TB2 Terminal 4 to standard amplifier TB2 Terminal 2. Refer to Chapter 5 for additional infor-
mation.
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Controls and Indicators
SpeakerCircuit - TB1 Terminals 3(+) & 4(-) Style Y, 5(+) & 6(-) Style Z, 1 & 2 Shield (Standby and Alarm
Polarity Shown)
Power-limited circuitry
Operation: Circuit can be wired Style Y or Style Z
Normal Operating Voltage: 25 VRMS (70.7 VRMS operation possible by plugging optional FC-XRM70 conversion
module into P1 of audio amplifier).
Output Power: 25 watts (20 watts when background music is employed).
Maximum total capacitance for each speaker circuit: 250 uF.
End-of-Line Resistor for Style Y circuit: Model R-20K, ½ watt P/N 75477.
MasterCMD Out - TB6 Terminals 1(-) & 2(+)
Provides trigger for additional units. Will drive MR-101C or MR-201C relays (manufactured by Air Products and
Controls) to provide alarm relay contacts.
Supervised and power-limited circuitry
Operation: Output reverses polarity on activation of Manual Evacuate switch or when either CMD1 or CMD2 are
activated (in alarm)
Normal Operating Voltage: 24 VDC regulated, filtered. Reverse Polarity Current: 60 mA maximum.
Standby Voltage: -5 VDC. Short Circuit Current: 0.5 mA.
Specific Application Power- TB4 Terminals 1(-) & 2(+)
Up to 35 mA @ 24 VDC is available for powering control modules and associated End-of-Line power supervision
relays.
Power-limited circuitry. Refer to Appendix D for compatible devices.
Form-C Trouble Relay - TB1
TB1 Form-C relay contact rating: 2.0 amps @ 30 VDC (resistive), 0.6 amps @ 125 VAC (resistive).
External Audio Input
RCA Jack Input (female connector)
Input Impedance: 3K ohms maximum
Input Voltage: 700 mVRMS maximum
Input Current: 1 mA maximum @ 700 mV
Requires a preamplifier output. Mates to an RCA phono 'plug' - 3mm diameter, 10mm length, 9mm shell
diameter.
1.3 Controls and Indicators
Front Panel Switches:
•Two Position Toggle Switch:
✓MANUAL EVACUATE - up position (latching)
✓MESSAGE OVERRIDE (microphone paging) - down
position (momentary)
•TROUBLE SILENCE (REC) - momentary depression silences
the local piezo when system is in trouble condition. Switch is also
used for recording customized messages. See “S1 DIP Switch
Settings” on page 15 and “S5 DIP Switch Settings” on page 16 for
additional information on recording messages.
•MESSAGE PLAYBACK - for reviewing recorded message
(requires optional FC-LPS module).
FIGURE 1-3:Controls and Indicators
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Circuits
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LEDs (visible with panel doorclosed):
•Power On - green LED
•System Trouble - yellow LED
•Alarm - red LED
•Microphone Trouble - yellow LED
•Tone Generator Trouble - yellow LED
•Message Generator Trouble - yellow LED
•Record LED (REC) - green LED
1.4 Circuits
Input Circuits - CMD1 and CMD2
•The two input circuits are independently field programmable to accept Notification Appliance Circuits or nor-
mally open contacts. Terminals are provided to allow feed-through of the NACs, allowing placement of the
VECP anywhere along a Notification Appliance Circuit. A trouble on the VECP will cause relay contacts at
the out terminals of CMD1 to open, causing an NAC circuit trouble at the FACP. Note: The VECPwill not
open the out terminals while in alarm. Monitoring VECPtroubles while in alarm requires use of independent
trouble relay at TB1.
•Programming CMD1 and/or CMD2 for activation on contact closure will allow activation of the amplifiers on
a normally open contact transfer to the closed condition. Contact wiring is supervised for open conditions. A
short will cause amplifier activation (contact closure).
RCA Jack
•RCA Jack provides convenient connection to an audio source such as a tape player for recording a new digital
message. It may also be used for background music if approved by local AHJ.
Output Circuits
•Special Application Power Output, 35 mA @ 24 VDC.
•Optional Power Supply/Battery Charger FC-PSM(E) module provides power for the main circuit board in
standby and alarm at maximum power.
•The optional FC-PSM(E) module also provides a 24 Volt Battery Charger (up to 17 AH batteries) @ 800 mA
maximum.
Notification Appliance Circuit
•One NAC Speaker Circuit Style Y or Style Z with each FC-AAM25 amplifier module.
Relays
•One Form-C Trouble Relay. Contacts are rated 2.0 amps @ 30 VDC (resistive) and 0.6 amps @ 125 VAC
(resistive)
•When optional Power Supply/Battery Charger module is installed, one Form-C AC Loss relay is provided on
the module. Contacts are rated 2.0 amps @ 30 VDC (resistive) and 0.6 amps 125 VAC (resistive).
P1 and P5 Connectors (future use)
Local Speaker
•Connector P2 provides a connection for an optional, removable local speaker P/N: FC-LPS, to be used for
reviewing the digital message without broadcasting over the system speakers. Refer to Figure 3-18, “Installa-
tion of Speaker Module,” on page 31. This option module must be installed to take advantage of the Playback
feature. (The FC-LPS must be removed after use).
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Components
1.5 Components
Main Circuit Board
The Master Unit main circuit board contains the
system's CPU, tone generators, auxiliary 35 mA
output, DIP switches for field programmable fea-
tures, digital message recorder/generator, inte-
gral microphone input and preamplifier, other
primary components and wiring interface com-
ponents. One amplifier module is supplied
mounted to the main circuit board. Optional
modules can be plugged in and mounted to the
main circuit board. The main circuit board is
delivered premounted in the cabinet.
Audio Amplifier Module (FC-AAM25)
A single Audio Amplifier Module is installed in the FIRE•COMMAND•25/50. The amplifier provides 25 watts
of power at 25 VRMS. An optional module, P/N: FC-XRM70, converts the 25 VRMS output to 70.7 VRMS. One
fully supervised and power-limited speaker circuit is provided on the amplifier module. The circuit can be wired
for Style Y (Class B) or Style Z (Class A) operation.
LEDs are provided to indicate Amplifier Supervision (green indicates amplifier is functional) and Circuit Trouble
(yellow indicates field wiring fault or amplifier fault). The LEDs are only visible with the panel door open.
Cabinet
The cabinet is red with an attractive navy blue front overlay. A clear window allows
viewing of status LEDs and location of microphone. The backbox measures 18.5" x
15.5" x 4.25" and provides space for two batteries (up to 7 Amp Hours).
Batteries
The cabinet provides space for 7 Amp Hour batteries (optional Power Supply/Battery
Charger module installation required). If larger than 7 Amp Hour batteries are to be
installed (17 AH maximum), usethe Fire•Lite BB-17F battery boxor similar UL listed
battery box. Batteries and BB-17F battery box must be ordered separately.
Dress Panel
The Dress Panel is supplied standard with the system. It mounts to the
cabinet with two supplied screws. The Dress Panel protects the user from
high voltages and circuit boards from accidental damage. All system
LEDs are visible with the Dress Panel installed.
1.6 Optional Modules
FC-AAM25 Audio Amplifier Module
An optional second identical audio amplifier can be plugged into connector P3 located in the lower center of the
main circuit board in the FIRE•COMMAND•25/50. This amplifier also provides 25 watts of power at 25 VRMS
and can therefore be used to expand system power to 50 watts (providing dual 25 watt speaker circuits) or it can be
used as a backup amplifier. An option module can also be used to convert the 25 VRMS output to 70.7 VRMS.
Note: For ease of access, all wiring should be connected to the terminals on the main circuit board terminal blocks
TB2, TB4, TB5 and TB6 prior to installing the secondary Audio Amplifier Module.
FIGURE 1-4:Main Circuit Board
Audio Amplifier
FIGURE 1-5:Cabinet
FIGURE 1-6:Dress Panel
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FC-XRM70 TransformerModule 70.7 VRMS
This optional module plugs into connector P1 of the Audio Amplifier Module and provides conversion from
25 VRMS to 70.7 VRMS at full rated 25 watts output power.
FC-PSM(E) Power Supply/Battery Charger Module
This optional module plugs into connector P7 located in the lower left corner of the main circuit board thus allow-
ing the VECP to be powered from its own internal power supply. The FC-PSM module is powered by 120 VAC,
60 Hz, 1.0 amp primary power and the FC-PSME module is powered by 220/240 VAC, 50 Hz, 0.5 amp primary
power. An integral battery charger is capable of charging up to 17 Amp Hour batteries. Primary AC power to the
FC-PSM(E) is constantly monitored. Upon loss of AC power or AC brownout, the AC Loss Relay contacts
change state and the AC ON LED extinguishes. A switch option (S1) may be used to select immediate or 6 hour
delay of AC Loss Relay transfer (for independent monitoring by DACT).
FC-LPS Local Playback Speaker
This optional speaker module plugs into connector P2 located in the lower right corner of the VECP main circuit
board. This unitallows reviewing of the digital message locallywithout broadcasting it over the system speakers.
The optional module must be installed in order to take advantage of the Playback feature. It may be temporarily
used to test recorded messages. A mounting kit is included for this purpose. The FC-LPS cannot be permanently
mounted in the enclosure and must be removed after use.
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Field Programming
CHAPTER 2 Field Programming
The FIRE•COMMAND•25/50 VECP can be field programmed using option DIP switches S1 and S5 located in the
upper right side of the main circuit board. It is recommended that tone selection, message repeat cycles and back-
ground music options be reviewed and approved by the local AHJ. Refer to the following illustration for details on
DIP switch placement in the ON and OFF positions.
2.1 S1 DIP Switch Settings
•Switch 1 - Temporal pattern generated per ANSI S3.41 when Switch 1 is ON and Switches 2 and 3 are OFF
OFF = No temporal pattern - tone generated as selected by Switches 2 and 3 (factory default setting).
ON = Temporal pattern generated on steady tone. Switches 2 and 3 must be in the OFF position.
•Switches 2 and 3 - used to determine what tone will be transmitted over the speakers before and after the mes-
sage is transmitted as well as the backup tone to be transmitted if the digital voice generator fails.
•Switch 4 - used to determine if the tone selected by S1 switches 2 and 3 will be generated before the message
is transmitted:
OFF = No tone before message
ON = Tone before message (factory default setting)
TABLE 2-1: Switch Settings for Tones
SWITCH
2SWITCH 3TONE TRANSMITTED BEFORE AND AFTER DIGITAL VOICE MESSAGE
OFF OFF STEADY
OFF ON SLOW WHOOP (factory default)
ON OFF Hi-Lo
ON ON CHIME
FIGURE 2-1:Field Programming DIP Switches
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•Switch 5 - used to determine if the tone selected by S1 switches 2 and 3 will be generated after the message is
transmitted:
OFF = No tone after message
ON = Tone after message (factory default setting)
•Switch 6, 7 and 8 - used to determine the number of times the voice message will repeat.
2.2 S5 DIP Switch Settings
•Switch 1 - Future use
•Switch 2 - Provides two distinct functions for message recording and speaker circuit selection as follows:
Message Recordings:
When recording a message to be played back by the Digital Message Generator, Switch 2 is used to
set the number of messages to be recorded:
OFF = one 60 second 'fire' message (factory default setting).
Note: Can also be recorded as one evacuate message in two languages; one language recorded imme-
diately after the first language.
ON = two 30 second messages.
Note: Both messages can be 'fire' related or one may be 'nonfire' related, i.e. 'fire evacuation' and 'fire
clear' messages or 'fire' and 'tornado warning' messages.
Speaker/Message Selection
During panel operation, Switch 2 is also used to determine which speaker circuit(s) will be activated
by Command Input Circuits 1 & 2 and which message will be transmitted. In order for the speaker
circuit select function to operate, becertain to install the second amplifier and do not select the backup
feature.
1. Some jurisdictions require tone evacuate only. This option prevents voice messages
from being generated. Verify with local AHJ if voice message is allowed and the num-
ber of times the message may be repeated.
TABLE 2-2: Switch Settings forMessage Repeat
SWITCH
6SWITCH 7SWITCH 8NUMBER OF TIMES TO REPEAT DIGITAL VOICE MESSAGE
OFF OFF OFF Tone only, no voice1
ON OFF OFF 3
OFF ON OFF 4
ON ON OFF 6 (factory default)
OFF OFF ON 8
ON ON ON INFINITE (until FACP NAC or Manual Evacuate
switch is reset)
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S5 DIP Switch Settings
Switch 2 OFF (factory default setting) as shown in following Table:
Command Input #1 (CMD1) activates only speaker circuit #1 and transmits up to a 60 second 'fire'
message
Command Input #2 (CMD2) activates only speaker circuit #2 and transmits up to a 60 second 'fire'
message
Switch 2 ON as shown in following Table:
Command Input #1 (CMD1) activates speaker circuits 1 & 2 and transmits up to a 30 second 'fire'
message over both speaker circuits.
Command Input #2 (CMD2) activates speaker circuits 1 & 2 and transmits up to a 30 second 'nonfire'
or second fire related message over both speaker circuits.
•Switch 3 - controls whether background music can be played over the speakers from the RCA Jack Input.
OFF = Background music disabled (factory default setting)
ON = Background music enabled
Note:The FC-PSM(E) module must be installed and powering the VECPwhen background music is enabled. Not
UL approved when powered through TB3 main input power. NFPA 72 requires that speakers used as alarm noti-
fication appliances on fire alarm systems not be used fornonemergency purposes. Consult with the Local AHJfor
authorization to use background music. Only 20 watts of powercan be supplied peramplifierif background music
is enabled.
•Switch 4 - Future use
•Switch 5 - used to determine what will activate the Command Input #1.
OFF = Activation on NAC polarity reversal (factory default setting)
ON = Activation on contact closure
•Switch 6 - used to determine what will activate the Command Input #2.
OFF = Activation on NAC polarity reversal (factory default setting)
ON = Activation on contact closure
•Switch 7 - used to determine the source being used to record the digital voice message.
OFF = Record from Microphone (factory default setting)
ON = Record from External Audio Input (RCA Jack)
TABLE 2-3: One 60 Second Message - Amp Selected
CMD1 CMD2 AMP1 AMP2
00 OFF OFF
0 1 OFF FIRE MESSAGE
1 0 FIRE MESSAGE OFF
1 1 FIRE MESSAGE FIRE MESSAGE
TABLE 2-4: Two 30 Second Messages - Message Selected
CMD1 CMD2 AMP1 AMP2
00 OFF OFF
0 1 MESSAGE #2 MESSAGE #2
1 0 MESSAGE #1 MESSAGE #1
1 1 MESSAGE #1 MESSAGE #1
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•Switch 8 - used to enable recording of digital voice message.
OFF = Recording not permitted, Trouble Silence/Rec key used for trouble silence (factory default)
setting)
ON = Recording permitted, Trouble Silence/Rec key used to record voice message. Switch must be
restored to default setting upon completion of recording.
2.3 S2 - Record Bypass Switch
This switch, when placed in the down position, prevents accidental erasure of stored voice messages. See “Operating
Instructions” on page 32 for additional information.
UP Position = The stored digital voice message may be overwritten with a new one.
Down Position = The stored digital voice message can not be overwritten (factory
default setting).
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Installation
CHAPTER 3 Installation
3.1 Mounting Options
The cabinet may be surface or semi-flush mounted. Semi-flush mounting
requires use of the FC-TR trim ring illustrated in Figure 3-2. The door is
removable during the installation period by opening and lifting it off the
hinges. The cabinet mounts using two key slots at the top of the backbox
and two additional 0.250" diameter holes located at the bottom.
Carefully unpack the system and check for shipping damage. Mount the
cabinet in a clean, dry, vibration-free area where extreme temperatures are
not encountered. The area should be readily accessible with sufficient
room to easily install and maintain the panel. Locate the top of the cabi-
net approximately five feet above the floor with the hinge mounting on
the left. Determine the number of conductors required for the devices to
be installed. Sufficient knockouts are provided for wiring convenience.
Select the appropriate knockout(s) and pull the required conductors into
the box. Note that there are no knockouts on the back of the cabinet. All
wiring should be in accordance with the National and/or Local codes for fire alarm systems.
3.2 Backbox Installation
Surface Mounting
✓Open the door and lift the door off the pin hinges.
✓Mark and predrill holes for the top two backbox keyhole mounting bolts using the dimensions shown.
✓Install two upper fasteners in the wall with the screw heads protruding.
✓Using the upper 'keyholes', mount the backbox over the two screws.
✓Mark and drill the lower two holes.
✓Install the remaining fasteners and tighten all fasteners to complete backbox mounting.
Semi-flush Mounting Using Optional FC-TR Trim Ring
✓Open Trim Ring hardware kit which contains six (6)
screws and six (6) drywall anchors.
✓Remove VECP cabinet door by sliding door upward
off pin style hinges.
✓Place FC-TR trim ring around VECP cabinet making
certain that the hinge cut-outs are on the left hand or
hinged side of the cabinet.
✓Making certain that the trim ring is placed around the
VECP cabinet maintaining an equal distance from all
four sides of the cabinet, mark the centers of all six
FC-TR mounting holes.
✓Remove the trim ring and drill the holes where
marked on the wall.
✓Install the six (6) supplied drywall anchors into the drilled holes.
✓Place the FC-TR trim ring around the VECP cabinet and secure in place using the six (6) supplied
screws.
FIGURE 3-1:VECP Cabinet
FIGURE 3-2:FC-TR Trim Ring
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Draw wires through the respective knockout locations.
Top
Right Side
Left Side
FIGURE 3-3:Cabinet Dimensions & Knockout Locations
Bottom
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