Kidde VM Series User manual

Notification
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
VM Series
04-08-18
Submittal Guide
VM Series
Networked intelligent life safety with voice audio
S
e
e
w
h
a
t
’
s
p
o
s
s
i
b
l
e
n
o
w
.
Technology that saves lives

Notification
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
Project: ___________________________
Contact: ___________________________
Date: ___________________________
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to provide this submittal for a
VM Series Life Safety System. VM Series represents some of the most
technologically advanced innovations the life safety industry has ever seen –
innovations that will make your building and its occupants safe.
This guide provides a summary of these innovations and includes a
comprehensive presentation of related system components and devices.
Products we are submitting for your consideration are indicated by a
checkmark in the margins of the pages that follow.
More detailed information can be found in individual data sheets dedicated
to each product. All these sheets, along with guide specifications and other
useful product information, are available electronically on our VitalSigns
CD-ROM. This exhaustive collection of life safety related literature is fully
searchable.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to provide this submittal. Please do
not hesitate to contact us should you require further information.
_____________________________
Technology that saves lives

Notification
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
iii
Submittal Guide
VM Series
Networked intelligent life safety with voice audio

VM Series Submittal Guide
Networked intelligent control with audio
© 2016 United Technologies Corporation
All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Kidde is a UTC brand.
1016 Corporate Park Drive, Mebane, NC 27302
K85005-0134
Wiring diagrams provided herein are for information and reference only and are not to be used for installation
purposes. Consult the appropriate installation documents for wiring and configuration details.
This guidebook is for information only and is not intended as a substitute for verbatim legislated requirements. For
authoritative specifications regarding the application of life safety, security, and access control systems, consult
current editions of applicable codes and standards. For authoritative interpretation of those codes and standards,
consult your local authority having jurisdiction.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this guidebook, the authors and
publishers assume no responsibility for errors, inaccuracies, omissions, or any inconsistencies herein.
Kidde, Genesis Series, and Signature Series are trademarks of UTC.

v
Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
VM Series represents
the latest generation
of life safety control
panels for mid to large
sized applications. With large
multi-message displays, intuitive inter-
faces, and stylish contoured cabinets — these
systems capture the imagination, and catch
the eye. But behind the LCD display is where
they really shine.
New TCP/IP-enabled microprocessors
and chipsets take full advantage of the latest
advances in computing technology, leading to
smarter, faster, higher-capacity processing and
more ecient designs. VM Series’s patented
Voltage Boost™ technology, for example,
delivers constant voltage on NAC and AUX
circuits – even at low battery power – resulting
in lighter cable requirements and longer runs.
That saves time and money.
Intelligent Analog Initiating Devices 13
Smoke Detectors...................................................................................14
Smoke Detector Bases ........................................................................15
Smoke/CO Detectors...........................................................................16
Smoke/CO Detector Bases.................................................................17
Duct Smoke Detectors........................................................................18
Input/Output Modules........................................................................18
Releasing Module ................................................................................21
Manual Pull Stations ............................................................................22
Notication Appliances 23
Wall Strobes, Horns & Chimes ..........................................................25
Low Frequency Horns and Horn-Strobes.....................................26
Ceiling Horns & Horn-Strobes ..........................................................26
Weatherproof Horns & Strobes........................................................27
LED Strobes and Horn-Strobes ........................................................27
Wall Speakers & Speaker-Strobes....................................................28
Ceiling Speakers, Horns & Strobes..................................................29
Weatherproof Speakers & Strobes..................................................30
Fireghters’Telephones......................................................................31
Harsh Environment Signals ...............................................................32
Audible Signals......................................................................................33
Accessories..............................................................................................34
Hazardous Location Devices 35
Initiating Devices ..................................................................................36
Notication Appliances ......................................................................37
Door Holders & Relays 38
Door Holders ..........................................................................................38
Relays ........................................................................................................39
SPDT Relays.............................................................................................39
VM Series Head End 1
System Layout and Wiring................................................................... 2
Assembly & Dimensions....................................................................... 3
Front Panel Operation........................................................................... 3
Control Panels .......................................................................................... 4
Standard Equipment ............................................................................. 4
Network Options..................................................................................... 5
Audio Options.......................................................................................... 5
Option Cards............................................................................................. 7
Control, Display, and Annunciation.................................................. 8
Power Supplies ......................................................................................10
Network Accessories............................................................................12
APPROVED
VM Life Safety Systems
SERIES

Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
1
VS Series
VM Head End
SERIES
VM Series Head End
VM Series delivers high performance features exactly where
you need them because exibility is where VM’s leading edge
computing power is put to best use. In fact, VM Series can
handle jobs that range from a single stand-alone control panel,
to a sophisticated network comprising as many as 24 control
panels processing data from up to 24,000 devices. Optional
voice evacuation bridges the gap left by other mid-range
systems, and makes these panels a cost-eective solution for
most applications.
Networking at the speed of light
Networking is among VM Series’strong suits. A simple VM
network can comprise up to 24 panels – enough to serve
the needs of most campuses and larger buildings. Highly
ecient RS485 connectivity, plus ber-optic communications
deliver faster response times and more sophisticated diag-
nostic capabilities, while cost-eective remote annunciation
solutions keep basic monitoring and control always within
reach.
Audio that speaks for itself
An optional paging microphone
provides local, as well as
remote, audio functions.
VM Series features three channels
of integrated digital audio with up to
two minutes of on-board program-
mable message storage. Its optional
paging control center includes a high
quality paging microphone to which
can be added a reghters’ telephone. Auxiliary inputs are
available for mass notication operations and connection to
external systems.
Perfect for retrots
VM Series is particularly well-suited to retrot applications.
All connections are made over standard wiring – no shielded
cable required. This means that in most situations existing
wiring can be used to upgrade a legacy control panel to VM
Series technology without the expense or disruption of rewir-
ing the entire building.
Power that goes the distance
Patented Voltage Boost™ technology delivers a constant 22.5
V on NAC and AUX circuits – even at low battery power. This
means lighter gauge cable can be used for equivalent distanc-
es compared with conventional power supplies, or longer wire
runs on the same gauge cable. Either way, this breakthrough
technology saves time and equipment costs, making VM not
only a high-performance solution — but a cost-eective one
as well.
Tuned up and in synch
VM’s four on-board Notication Appliance Circuits are fully
synchronized to UL 1971 standards — without the need for
external modules or other electronics. It’s ample 10-amp
power supply is nely tuned to get the most out of Kidde’
widely-acclaimed low prole Genesis notication appliances.
The smart choice
Electronic addressing eliminates the tedium of setting dip-
switches, and automatic device mapping ensures that each
device resides on the system at its correct location. Mean-
while, innovative programming features allow the system
designer to customize powerful built-in features to precisely
suit the needs of the building owner.
Economical annunciation
Up to 30 R-Series annunciators
may be congured for each
panel on the VM Series network.
Up to 30 R-Series LCD, LED an-
nunciators and driver interface
cards may be congured for each
control panel on the VM Series
network. Compatible annunciators
include a range of LED and LCD
models that provide zone or point
annunciation, as well as common
control capabilities. VM Series also supports graphic annun-
ciation with optional graphic annunciator interface modules.
Each interface provides common control, indicators, and 32
LEDs. Expansion units provide 48 led outputs.
System Layout and Wiring p. 2
Assembly p. 3
Dimensions p. 3
Operation p. 3
Control Panels p. 4
Standard Equipment p. 4
Network Options p. 5
Audio Options p. 5
Option Cards p. 7
Control, Display, and Annunciation p. 8
Power Supplies p. 10
Network Accessories p. 12

2
VM Series
Head End
System Layout and Wiring
B
+-
LOOP1
M
K
S
W
R
P
1
B
H
SA
+-
LOOP1
AB
+-
LOOP1
B 24+
AUX
C
VM-CPU
TB1/TB2
B
+-
LOOP1
M
K
S
W
R
P
1
B
H
SA
+-
LOOP1
AB
+-
LOOP1
B 24+
AUX
C
VM-CPU
TB1/TB2
Panel 1 Panel
2P
anel x
NETWORKAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOAUDIO
OUTIN
+-
BB
A IN A OUT B IN BOUT
+- +- +- +-
AA
+-
NETWORKAUDIO AUDIOAUDIOAUDIO
OUTIN
+-
BB
A IN A OUT B IN BOUT
+- +- +- +-
AA
+-
NETWORKAUDIOAUDIOAUDIOAUDIO
OUTIN
+-
BB
A IN A OUT B IN BOUT
+- +- +-
+-
AA
+-
AUDIO
DATA
KEYAUDIO
REMOTE MIC
AUX OUTAUX IN
VM-PMI
EAEC
VM-CPU
TB5
AUDIOAUDIO
B IN BOU T
+- +-
AB
RS-485
+-+-
RS-485
R
X
1
T
X
1
T
S
1
R
O
M
1
C
BUSBUS
LampTest
Power
FireAlarm
Supervisory
GroundFault
Trouble
CH1(+)_IN CH1(+)_OUT CH1(+)_OUTCH1(+)_IN
CH1()_IN- CH1( )_OUT
-C
H1()_OUT-CH1( )_IN-
ControlsEnabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
SignalSilence
Drill
LampTest
Power
FireAlarm
Supervisory
GroundFault
Trouble
VM-CPU
TB5
AUDIOAUDIO AUDIOAUDIO
B INB IN B OUTB OUT
++ -- ++ --
AA BB
RS-485RS-485
++ -- ++ --
RS-485RS-485RR
XX
11
TT
XX
11
TT
SS
11
RR
OO
MM
11
CC
BUSBUS BUSBUS
TX
RX
RX
Common
Common
DTR
Supervised Printer
, RS-232 wiring Unsupervised Printer, RS-232 wiring
CC C
TROUBLEALARMSUP
N
C
N
O
N
O
N
A
N
C
N
C
N
O
EOLR
EOLR EOLR
1
4
2
5
36
VM-CPU
TB5
VM-CPU
VM-CPU TB4 VM-CPU TB4
Active/
Supervised
Normal/
Supervised
PS10-4B Power Supply
TB2
Signaling Line Circuit
30 Class B or Class A
Annunciators.
4,000 ft. max.
RS-232
Relays:
3 Form C, Class E
Aux. Power:
24 VDC,
1.0 A total
Three Control/
Display Modules
SLC1
Standard
SLC2
Optional
Up to Four Intelligent Analog Loops.
Four 3-amp Class B or Class A NACs.
NAC 1 NAC 4NAC 3NAC 2
Notication Appliance Circuits
Three Channels Digital Voice Audio.
CH 1 CH 3CH 2
Copper or ber interface
Ethernet
Dual Line Dialer
Ethernet
Interface
Central Station
FireWorks
Graphical Interface
Programming
and Diagnostics 1. Trouble circuit
2. Alarm circuit
3. Supervisory circuit
4. External trouble input circuit
5. External alarm input circuit
6. External supervisory input circuit
Class A or Class X Wiring
Class B Wiring
Digital Audio Riser
Class A Wiring
Class A Wiring
RS-485 bus wiring for remote annunciators
RS-232 wiring
Common relays
SLC3
Optional
SLC4
Optional
VM Head End
SERIES

Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
3
VS Series
VM Head End
SERIES
Assembly
VM Series systems are designed for quick assembly and easy ac-
cess in the eld. Components are modular and require no special
tools to service or replace.
Dimensions
The backbox is designed for semiush or surface mounting. Conduit
and nail knockouts, keyhole style mounting holes, and wide wiring
troughs facilitate eciency during installation.
in (cm)
8.2
14.1
21.7
19.0
2.2 2.12.0
7.9 5.4
8.1
5.1
1.9 (4.9)
2.0 (5.1
2.2 (5.5)
10.8
3.3 (8.4)
8.2
3.5
3.5 (8.9)
3.2
(5.5)(5.3) (5.1)
(20.1) (13.7)
(55.2)
(48.3)
(27.5)
2.0 (5.1)
(20.7)
(35.9)
35.5
(90.1)
(20.5)
(12.9)
Top view
Bottom view
Side viewSide view
5.1
(12.9)
(8.2)
3.2 (8.1)
(8.9)
Note: Add 0.25 in (0.64 cm). to height and width dimensions to allow for knockouts
when framing in the backbox for semiush mounting.
CAB6 Backbox
PS10-4B insulator plate
PS10-4B power supply
VM-ELEC Chassis
Electronics
Assembly
VMD Door
(silver or red)
VM-CPU main
board
VM-LCD user
interface Mounting frame
Filler plates
1
ACK/Panel
Silence
Alarm
Silence
Reset Drill
Details
Power
Test
Ground
Fault
Monitor
Service
Detector
Supervisory
Alarm
Trouble
Disable
CPU Fail
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
0
A
BC
JKL
TUV
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
GHI
PQRS
VM
SERIES
2
3
4
5
6
79
12
11
10
8
14
17
13
15
16
18
Operation
1 Alarm Flashing indicates new alarm events. On indicates all
alarm events have been acknowledged.
2 Supervisory
Flashing indicates new supervisory events
On indicates all supervisory events have been
acknowledged.
3 Trouble
Flashing indicates new trouble events.
Steady indicates all trouble events have been
acknowledged.
4 Disable Indicates a system component has been disabled.
5 CPU Fail LED Indicates a CPU process failure.
6 Keypad Includes alphanumeric keys, backspace key, menu key.
7 Cursor controls Includes up, down, left, and right arrow keys, Enter key.
8 Details Displays additional information on the selected event.
9 Drill
Activates audible alarm signals and, if congured,
visible alarm signals. The LED indicates that Drill
operation is active.
10 Reset Resets the re alarm system.
The LED indicates the panel is resetting.
11
Alarm
Silencebutton/
LED
Silences alarm signals.
The LED indicates that Alarm Silence is active.
12 ACK/Panel
Silence
Silences the panel buzzer and acknowledges all new
events.
The LED indicates that Panel Silence is active.
13 Service Detector Indicates a detector needs servicing
14 Monitor
Flashing indicates new monitor events.
On: Indicates all monitor events have been
acknowledged.
15 Ground Fault Indicates a system ground fault.
16 Test Indicates system components are being tested.
17 Power
On indicates the panel is using primary power.
O iIndicates the panel (or another panel on the
network) is using battery power.
18 LCD Displays system status, event messages, reports, and
operator menus.

VM Series
Head End
4
SUBMIT

VM Head End
SERIES
Model Door Color Language
VM-1R Red English Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-1S Silver English Data Sheet K85005-0133
Control Panels
VM Series control panels come complete with user
interface, CPU, one addressable loop, four Class B
NACs, Universal 110/220v 10 Amp power supply.
Order VM-SLC separately for a second signaling line
circuit (SLC). Order VM-SLCXB for a third SLC, add
a VM-SLC to the VM-SLCXB for a fourth SLC.
Standard Equipment
VM-SLC Signaling Line Circuit Card and VM-SLCXB Signaling Line Loop Expansion Card
The VM-SLC Signaling Line Circuit Card provides one Class B, Class A or Class X signaling line circuit loop on a VM-CPU main
board that supports up to 125 detector and 125 module addresses. The card also provides resettable 24 VDC for powering
conventional two-wire smoke detector circuits on GSA-Series modules.
VM-SLCXB Signaling Line Loop Controller Expansion Card Data Sheet K85005-0133
PS10-4B Power Supply Card
Panel-equipped PS10-4B 10 amp power supplies
feature universal 94 to 264 Vac input voltage and
exclusive Voltage Boost™ technology, which
delivers a constant 22.5 V on NAC and AUX
circuits – even at low battery power. This means
lighter gauge cable can be used for equivalent
distances compared with conventional
power supplies, or longer wire runs on
the same gauge cable. In addition it
provides the required power and related
supervision functions for the control
panel, as well as ltered, regulated power
to the rail chassis modules and 24 VDC
for operating ancillary equipment.
VM-CPU
PS10-4B
Chassis
VM-CPU Main Board
The VM-CPU Main Board processes all information
from modules installed in the same cabinet and
from other control panels on the life safety
network. In addition, the VM-CPU Main
Board provides:
• Identication of hardware
and software faults, and
ground fault detection
• Common alarm, common
trouble, and common
supervisory relay outputs
• One signaling line circuit
(SLC), with the option of
adding a VM-SLC card to
provide a second SLC
• An Ethernet connection for panel
programming and diagnostics (requires an optional
VM-ETH1 card)
• Connections for network data and digital audio riser
(requires an optional VM-NOC or VM-NOCF card)
• Connections for R-Series remote annunciators
VM-CPU
Main Board
Standard
SDC1 card
for SLC1
Optional
SDC1 card
for SLC2

Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
5
SUBMIT

VS Series
VM Head End
SERIES
Network Options
Fiber Optic Transceivers
VM-NOCF Fiber
Network Module
Transceivers
Fiber Optic Transceivers are used with a ber optic network module to provide transmission
and reception capability over ber optic cable for re control panels. Class B, Class A or Class X
congurations are supported.
SMXLO2 Standard output single-mode for up to 8.7 mi. (14 km) node-to-node. Data Sheet K85005-0133
SMXHI2 High output single-mode for up to 24.85 mi. (40 km) node-to-node. Data Sheet K85005-0133
MMXVR Standard output multimode for up to 8,000 ft. (2.4 km) node-to-node. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-NOCF Fiber Network Option Module
VM-CPU
Main Board
VM-NOCF
Fiber Network
Option Module
The VM-NOCF Fiber Network Option Module provides a ber optic, or combination ber optic
and RS-485 communication path, for VM-1 control panels.
VM-NOCF Fiber Network Option Module. Uses MMXVR, SMXH2, SMXLO. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-NOC RS-485 Network Option Card
VM-CPU
Main Board
VM-NOC RS-
485 Network
Option Card
The VM-NOC RS-485 Network Option Card is used to connect up to eight VM-1 panels. The
card enables two independent RS-485 circuits for network data and digital audio communica-
tions. Class B and Class A wiring is supported.
VM-NOC Network Option Card, RS485, Class B or Class A wiring. Data Sheet K85005-0133
Audio Options
VM-PMI Paging Microphone Interface
The VM-PMI Paging Microphone Interface provides controls for emergency voice/
alarm communication and two-way reghters’ telephone communication. The VM-
PMI consists of an audio mounting bracket, EAEC Emergency Audio Evacuation
Controller card, enclosure, and paging microphone.
VM-PMI Audio Control & Paging Interface. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-MFK Master Fireghters’Telephone
VM-MFK Master Firefighters’ Telephones add two-way firefighters’ telephone
capability to a VM-PMI Paging Microphone Interface. The VM-MFK mounts to the
VM-PMI. Together they comprise the re command center.
VM-MFK Master Fireghters’Telephone Kit. Data Sheet K85005-0133

VM Series
Head End
6
SUBMIT

VM Head End
SERIES
GAIN
TB3
JP1
TB2
25V COM25V COM
TB1
JP3
IN
OUT
15 K ohm
ELOR
15 K ohm
ELOR
AA30/50
ACHSACHS
Channel 1
Audio in,
Evac
Channel 1
Audio in,
Alert
VM Remote Microphone
VM Remote Microphones provide remote paging capability throughout a building or campus. Each remote
microphone has two inputs for connecting other remote microphone units. The paging circuit supports
up to 63 interconnected remote paging stations.
VM-ARM Remote Microphone, includes cabinet, semi-ush mount. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-ARM-S Remote Microphone, includes cabinet, surface mount. Data Sheet K85005-0133
ACHS Audio Channel Selector Card
The ACHS Audio Channel Selector Card converts digital audio from an EAEC card
into an analog preamp signal. Up to three ACHS cards may be mounted to a VM-PMI
Paging Microphone Interface or AMK-RN Mounting Kit.
ACHS Audio Channel Selector, one channel, supervised preamp output. Data Sheet K85005-0133
AMK-RN Mounting Kit. Holds up to three ACHS cards where no VM-PMI is used. Data Sheet K85005-0133
Intelligent Audio Ampliers
Signature Series ampliers are high-ecien-
cy switch mode audio ampliers available
in 30 and 50 watt sizes. Amplifiers have
two input channels supporting dual chan-
nel or single channel audio applications.
Signature amplifiers are ideally suited for
distributed audio applications and small
centrally banked applications. The audio
output is congurable as 25Vrms or 70Vrms in Class B or Class A wiring congurations. Speakers can connect directly
to the output of the amplier or the amplier output can run as an audio riser to Signature modules where speaker zone
selection is made. Each amplier has a built-in 1kHz tone generator and provision for a back up amplier. On-board
status LEDs provide quick visual indication of amplier status.
SIGA-AA30 30 Watt Intelligent Audio Amplier Data Sheet K85010-0089
SIGA-AA50 50 Watt Intelligent Audio Amplier Data Sheet K85010-0089
To 24 VDC
From Output of
Backup Amp
To Backup Input
of Next Amp
Shield Optional
Output Return
ClassAOnly
Audio Output
to Speakersor
Signature device
Output Voltage
Selection Jumper
To Next
Signature Device
From Previous
Signature Device
From Channel 1
Signal Source
1Vrms or 25Vrms
To Next Amp
Channel1Input
To Next Amp
Channel2Input
From Channel 2
Signal Source
1Vrms or 25Vrms
Status LEDs
Status LEDs

Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
7
SUBMIT

VS Series
VM Head End
SERIES
Option Cards
Ethernet Adapter Cards
VM-CPU
Main Board
VM-ETHx
The VM-CPU supports one of the following three adapter cards...
VM-ETH1 Ethernet Adapter Card
The VM-ETH1 adapter card provides a standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network
connection for panel programming and diagnostics.
VM-ETH1 Ethernet Adapter for programming and diagnostics remotely. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-ETH2 Ethernet Adapter Card
The VN-ETH2 adapter card provides all the function of the VM-ETH1 plus the added capability of communicating to
compatible digital alarm receivers. Please refer to the VM UL Compatibility List for the latest compatible receivers.
VM-ETH2 Ethernet Adapter for Digital Alarm Recievers, programming, and diagnostics. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-ETH3 Ethernet Adapter Card
The VM-ETH3 adapter card provides all the function of the VM-ETH2 plus the added capability of sending email mes-
sages as well as SMS text messages by means of email-to-text.
VM-ETH3 Ethernet Adapter for email, Digital Alarm Recievers, programming, and diagnostics. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-DACT Dual Line Dialer Card
The VM-DACT Dual Line Dialer Card provides dialer communications between the VM-1
control panel and remote locations over telephone lines. Alarm, supervisory, and trouble
information is transmitted to the remote site using one or two telephone lines in dual or
split format to any desired receiver.
VM-DACT Dialer, dual line Data Sheet K85005-0133
CLA-PS10 Class A Adapter Card
PS10-4B
Power
supply
CLA-PS10
Class A
Adapter Card
The CLA-PS10 Class A Adapter Card converts the four Class B notication appliance/auxil-
iary power circuits on the PS10-4B power supply card to Class A. For notication appliance
circuits only.
CLA-PS10 Class A Adapter, PS10 NACs. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-SLCXB Signaling Line Loop Expansion Card
B
+−
LOOP2
2
B
H
S
A
+
−
LOOP2
A
B
+
−
LOOP2
B
M
K
S
W
R
P
The VM-SLCXB Signaling Line Loop Controller Expansion Card provides up to two Class A, Class X
or Class B data circuits for V-Series detectors and GSA modules. The VM-SLCXB includes one pre-
installedVM-SLC signaling line circuit card. A secondVM-SLC card (ordered separately) can be added
to provide an additional device loop.
VM-SLCXB Signaling Line Loop Controller Expansion Card. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-SLC Signaling Line Circuit Card. Data Sheet K85005-0133
VM-SLC-HC High Capacity SLC Card for circuits with more than 90 isolators. Data Sheet K85005-0133

VM Series
Head End
8
SUBMIT

VM Head End
SERIES
VM Series features an extra-large backlit display with
a full 24-line by 40 character screen capable of show-
ing eight simultaneous events without the need from
scrolling. Up to three switch/LED strips may be
added, with control operations and multi-colored LED
behavior controlled by software. Customizable inserts
provide plenty of room for meaningful labels, while
large tactile control buttons instill confidence and
promote quick response when time is of the essence.
The main display mounts to the CPU. Control/display
modules attach to a convenient mounting frame.
Control Display Modules
VM Control Display Modules provide additional operator interface capability. The
module consists of 12 groups of two LED-switches arranged as a quad-color LED
that is software programmable to amber, red, blue, or green, and a single-color
amber LED.
D12LS-VM Control/Indicating Display Strip, 12 groups: two LEDs with switch. Data Sheet K85005-0133
FireWorks Graphical Annunciation Interface
The FireWorks Graphical Annunciation Interface is a software platform that provides end us-
ers with clear, concise, and coordinated site incident information. FireWorks also supports
optional text-based web clients to provide remote status updates. Five congurable graphical
viewports oer simultaneous insight into dierent aspects of an incident, while the underlying
software dynamically manages content in each viewport based on real-time events and user
interaction. Facility maps, embedded HTML viewer, and live event ow from vital equipment
all come together instantly within view of an operator facing events that require solid informa-
tion and split-second timing.
FW-CGSVM FireWorks Graphics Software. Fiveviewport display. No common control. Data Sheet K85005-0068
FW-IPMON1000 IP Monitoring, 1000 connections. Requires FW-DARCOM. Data Sheet K85005-0068
FW-DARCOM For Communication to DACRs and/or IPMON1000. Data Sheet K85005-0068
24VDC FROM 3-PPS/M
OR 3-BPS/M POWER RISER
FROM PREVIOUS PANEL
RS-485 NETWORK DATA
POWER MODULE
RS-485 NETWORK DATA
TO NEXT PANEL
24VDC TO NEXT
LED-based Graphic Annunciation
The GCI series of graphic annunicator drivers allow the VM control panel to display events
on an LED-based graphic annunciator. The GCI annunciator card supports 32 LEDs on the
graphic panel display. It includes status LEDs and an internal buzzer. The graphic card is
supplied with snap track mounting. It is attached to a plastic mounting rail that requires two
EIA panels. The annunciator communicates with the control panel on the RS 485 data riser,
which can be congured for Class A or Class B communication. Always ensure that National
and Local approvals and requirements are met when selecting a graphic panel supplier.
GCI Graphic Annunciator Driver. Data Sheet K85005-0133
GCIX Graphic Annunciator Driver Expander. Outputs for 48 LEDs, 24 switch inputs. Data Sheet K85005-0133
Control, Display
& Annunciation
ALLFLOORS
EVAC
ALLFLOORS
ALERT
FLOOR1
ALERT
FLOOR1
EVAC
FLOOR2
ALERT
FLOOR2
EVAC
FLOOR3
ALERT
FLOOR3
EVAC
FLOOR1
SLOWWOOP
FLOOR2
SLOWWOOP
FLOOR3
SLOWWOOP
ALLFLOORS
FASTWOOP

Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
9
SUBMIT

VS Series
VM Head End
SERIES
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD-C
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLED-C
RLED24
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD-C
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLED-C
RLED24
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD-C
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLED-C
RLED24
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD-C
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLCD
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Fire Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RLED-C
RLED24
Each VM Series node can accommodate up to
30 R-Series and graphic annunciators. R-Series
Annunciators are high-performance devices that
offers LCD or LED annunciation. Models are
available with and without common controls.
R-Series annunciators and expanders are
mounted on a standard 4-inch square electrical
box, using the included mounting ring. They can
also be surface mounted in locking steel enclo-
sures. Three dierent enclosures are available.
A keyswitch and graphic annunciator interface is
available for R-Series annunciator applications.
The keyswitch enables or disables common
controls. The graphic annunicator interface
card supports 32 LEDs and 16 switches on the
graphic panel display, with expander additional
48 LEDs and 12 switches.
Remote Annunciators
K-RLCD LCD text annunciator without common controls. English. Data Sheet K85005-0128
K-RLCD-R LCD text annunciator without common controls. English. Red. Data Sheet K85005-0128
K-RLCD-C LCD text annunciator with common controls. English. Data Sheet K85005-0128
K-RLCD-CR LCD text annunciator with common controls. English. Red. Data Sheet K85005-0128
K-RLED-C 16-pair LED zone annunciator with common controls. English. Data Sheet K85005-0128
K-RLED-CR 16-pair LED zone annunciator with common controls. English. Red. Data Sheet K85005-0128
Remote Expanders
K-RLED24 24-pair LED zone expander with expander cable and zone card insert. Data Sheet K85005-0128
K-RLED24R 24-pair LED zone expander with expander cable and zone card insert. Red. Data Sheet K85005-0128
Enclosures
RA-ENC1 One-position enclosure for Remote Annunciator. Data Sheet K85005-0128
RA-ENC2 Two-position enclosure for Remote Annunciator and one Remote Expander. Data Sheet K85005-0128
RA-ENC3 Three-position enclosure for Remote Annunciator and two Remote Expanders. Data Sheet K85005-0128
LSRA-SB Surface Mount Box - for single R Series annunciator. Data Sheet K85005-0128
Graphic Annunciator Driver
GCI Graphic Annunciator Driver Data Sheet K85005-0128
GCIX Graphic Annunciator Expander - supports 48 LEDs and 12 switches. Data Sheet K85005-0128
Accessories
RKEY Remote key switch on plate for enabling or disabling common controls. Data Sheet K85005-0128
27193-16 Electrical box, surface mount, white, single-gang, for RKEY. Data Sheet K85005-0128
R-Series Annunciators
Class B Wiring
Annunciator
CH2 (–) OUT
CH2 (+) OUT
CH2 ()IN–
CH2 (+) IN
CH1 ()OUT–
CH1 (+) OUT
CH1 ()IN–
CH1 (+) IN
24V (+) IN
24V ()IN–
GROUND
24V (+) OUT
24V ()OUT–
24 VDC +
LISTED 24 VDC
SUPPLY
24 VDC –
Annunciator
CH2 (–) OUT
CH2 (+) OUT
CH2 ()IN–
CH2 (+) IN
CH1 ()OUT–
CH1 (+) OUT
CH1 ()IN–
CH1 (+) IN
24V (+) IN
24V ()IN–
GROUND
24V (+) OUT
24V ()OUT–
CH2 –
CH2 +
CH1 –
CH1 +
FACP
RS-485
Annunciator
CH2 (–) OUT
CH2 (+) OUT
CH2 ()IN–
CH2 (+) IN
CH1 ()OUT–
CH1 (+) OUT
CH1 ()IN–
CH1 (+) IN
24V (+) IN
24V ()IN–
GROUND
24V (+) OUT
24V ()OUT–
24 VDC +
LISTED 24 VDC
SUPPLY
24 VDC –
FACP Annunciator
CH2 (–) OUT
CH2 (+) OUT
CH2 ()IN–
CH2 (+) IN
CH1 ()OUT–
CH1 (+) OUT
CH1 ()IN–
CH1 (+) IN
24V (+) IN
24V ()IN–
GROUND
24V (+) OUT
24V ()OUT–
RS-485
CH1 +
CH1 –
Annunciator
A
B
C
D
E
F
V( )–
V (+)
OUT
First Expander
A
B
C
D
E
F
V( )–
V (+)
IN
A
B
C
D
E
F
V( )–
V (+)
OUT
Second Expander
A
B
C
D
E
F
V( )–
V (+)
IN
A
B
C
D
E
F
V( )–
V (+)
OUT

VM Series
Head End
10
SUBMIT

VM Head End
SERIES
Remote Booster Power Supply
The Remote Booster Power Supply is a self-contained 24 Vdc power supply designed
to augment re alarm audible and visual power requirements as well as provide power
for auxiliary, access control and security applications. The booster contains all of
the necessary circuits to monitor and charge batteries, control and supervise four
Class B or two Class A NAC circuits and monitor two controlling inputs from external
sources. It also provides the ability to synchronize Genesis series strobes to UL 1971
requirements, and oers independent horn control over two wires.
For comprehensive conguration and wiring details, refer to the BPS Application Guide, 85001-0582.
MIRBPS6A 6.5 Amp Booster Power Supply Data Sheet K85005-0125
MIRBPS6A/230 6.5 Amp Booster Power Supply (220V) Data Sheet K85005-0125
MIRBPS10A 10 Amp Booster Power Supply Data Sheet K85005-0125
MIRBPS10A/230 10 Amp Booster Power Supply (220V) Data Sheet K85005-0125
Power Supplies

Notication
Appliances
Hazardous Location
Devices
Door Holders
& Relays
Initiating
Devices
VM Series
Head End
11
SUBMIT

VS Series
VM Head End
SERIES
Batteries and Battery Cabinets
Data Sheet K85010-0127
12 Volt Batteries 12V24A (26 Ah) 12V40A (40 Ah) 12V50A (50 Ah) 12V65A (65 Ah)
12V6A5 (7.2 Ah) 12V10A (11 Ah) 12V17A (18 Ah)
Battery Cabinets BC-1 (holds up to two 40 Ah batteries) BC-2 (holds up to two 17 Ah batteries)
Auxiliary Power Supplies
The Auxiliary Power Supply oers the same advantages as the BPS above, but is supplied with its own
extra large enclosure providing space for up to two 24 Ah batteries and additional option modules in a
number of mounting congurations. Option modules can be installed on the mounting brackets inside
the enclosure or on an MP2L mounting plate at the top of the enclosure. These include the GSA-REL
releasing module, O2/6/6R module motherboards, as well as SIGA-AA30 and –AA50 ampliers.
APS6A 6.5 Amp Auxiliary Power Supply Data Sheet K85005-0127
APS6A/230 6.5 Amp Auxiliary Power Supply (220V) Data Sheet K85005-0127
APS10A 10 Amp Auxiliary Power Supply Data Sheet K85005-0127
APS10A/230 10 Amp Auxiliary Power Supply (220V) Data Sheet K85005-0127

VM Series
Head End
12
SUBMIT

VM Head End
SERIES
Accessories
12
3
4
56
7
8
1112
16 15 14 13
To earth ground
24 VDC+
24 VDC-
From UL/ULC listed
fire alarm panel [4]
910
3-2-1
LED 1
JP1
LED 2
+
+
-
-
Circuit Pair 1 IN
Circuit Pair 2 IN
+
+
-
-
Circuit Pair 1 OUT
Circuit Pair 2 OUT
+
-
+
-
From IDC or
previous GFD
To next GFD
or EOLR [3] [4]
Ground Fault Detection Module
The GFD module is designed to detect ground fault conditions on either
of two independent power or data circuits. Each circuit must be balanced
with respect to ground. The module will detect when the resistance be-
tween any of the monitored conductors and earth ground drops below 10
K Ohms. Two LEDs are provided to indicate the conductor with the ground
condition. A normally energizedTrouble/Ground Fault relay is provided with
NO/NC relay contacts for interfacing with monitoring systems.
GFD Ground Fault Detection Module Data Sheet K85010-0115
CDR-3 Coder
The CDR-3 Coder is an auxiliary circuit option module that provides two audio outputs, March Time and PSNI, (Positive,
successive, non-interfering). Dry relay contacts are provided for PSNI code, march time and duration. For the PSNI code,
the RS-232C input provides communications, between VM Series’s RS-232 communications card and the CDR-3.
CDR-3 PSNI Coder Module Data Sheet: K85003-02709