Kidde K-R Series Operating instructions

K-R Series Remote
Annunciator Installation and
Operation Guide
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This document applies to K-R Series Remote Annunciator version 2.04.00 and
above.
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Content
Important information ii
Limitation of liability ii
Advisory messages ii
Introduction to the K-R Series 1
Installation terminals and controls 4
Installing annunciators and expanders 6
Wiring diagrams 8
Troubleshooting 10
Specifications 11
Operating the LCD models 12
Operating the LED models 14
Reading LCD displays 16
System Normal screen 16
Event Message screen 16
Details screen 17
Entering a password 18
Message priorities 19

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Important information
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Installation in accordance with this manual, applicable codes, and the instructions of the authority having
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Advisory messages
Advisory messages alert you to conditions or practices that can cause unwanted results. The advisory messages
used in this document are shown and described below.
WARNING: Warning messages advise you of hazards that could result in injury or loss of life. They tell you which
actions to take or to avoid in order to prevent the injury or loss of life.
Caution: Caution messages advise you of possible equipment damage. They tell you which actions to take or to
avoid in order to prevent the damage.
Note: Note messages advise you of the possible loss of time or effort. They describe how to avoid the loss. Notes
are also used to point out important information that you should read.

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Introduction to the K-R Series
The K-R Series Remote Annunciator provide remote annunciation for fire and emergency alarm systems. The
annunciators offer LCD or LED annunciation, and can include common controls. The expander uses LEDs.
The K-R Series includes three annunciator models and one expander model. One or two expanders can be
connected to any of the annunciator models. Figure 1 shows the four models in the K-R Series. Table 1 lists the
features of each model. Table 2 is a complete list of all models and accessories in the series.
Figure 1: Models in the K-R Series
Table 1: Features of the models
Model
LCD Display Zone LEDs Common
controls System LEDs Buzzer
K
-RLCD, K-RLCDF, K-RLCD-R,
K
-RLCD-PG, K-RLCD-SP Yes No No Yes Yes
K
-RLCD-C, K-RLCD-CF,
K
-RLCD-CR, K-RLCD-C-PG,
K
-RLCD-C-SP
Yes No Yes Yes Yes
K
-RLED-C, K-RLED-CF,
K
-RLED-CR, K-RLED-C-PG,
K
-RLED-C-SP
No 16 pairs Yes Yes Yes
K
-RLED24, K-RLED24R No 24 pairs No No No
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
K-RLCD-Cx
K-RLED-Cx
K-RLCDx
K-RLED24x
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble

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The annunciators and expanders can be mounted on a standard 4 in. square electrical box, using the included
mounting ring. They can also be surface mounted in locking steel enclosures.
The annunciators communicate with the FACP on the RS-485 data riser. This can be configured for Class A or
Class B communication. The annunciators do not provide ground fault isolation.
The annunciators are stand-alone units that can be powered by the FACP or by an approved power supply.
Models with common controls can use a separate, remote key switch to enable or disable the common controls.
Table 2: K-R Series models and accessories
Model number
Description
K
-RLCD Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator without common controls. English.
K
-RLCDF Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator without common controls. French.
K
-RLCD-R Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator without common controls. English. Red.
K
-RLCD-PG Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator without common controls. Portuguese.
K
-RLCD-SP Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator without common controls. Spanish.
K
-RLCD-C Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator with common controls. English.
K
-RLCD-CF Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator with common controls. French.
K
-RLCD-CR Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator with common controls. English. Red.
K
-RLCD-C-PG Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator with common controls. Portuguese.
K
-RLCD-C-SP Remote Annunciator: LCD text annunciator with common controls. Spanish.
K
-RLED-C Remote Annunciator: 16-pair LED zone annunciator with common controls. English.
K
-RLED-CF Remote Annunciator: 16-pair LED zone annunciator with common controls. French.
K
-RLED-CR Remote Annunciator: 16-
pair LED zone annunciator with common controls. English.
Red.
K
-RLED-C-PG Remote Annunciator: 16-pair LED zone annunciator with common controls.
Portuguese.
K
-RLED-C-SP Remote Annunciator: 16-pair LED zone annunciator with common controls. Spanish
.
K
-RLED24 Remote Expander: 24-pair LED zone expander with expander cable and zone card
insert.
K
-RLED24R Remote Expander: 24-pair LED zone expander with expander cable and zone card
insert. Red.
RA
-ENC1 One-position enclosure for Remote Annunciator.
RA
-ENC2 Two-position enclosure for Remote Annunciator and one Remote Expander,
including one interconnection cable.
RA
-ENC3 Three-position enclosure for Remote Annunciator and two Remote Expanders,
including two interconnection cables.
RKEY
Remote key switch on plate for enabling or disabling common controls
(Lock/Unlock).
RA
-LED16ZC Zone card insert for K-RLED-C, K-RLED-CR, and K-RLED-CF.
RA
-LED24ZC Zone card insert for K-RLED24, K-RLED24R.

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Model number
Description
Part number
Description
27193
-16 Electrical box, surface mount, white, single-gang.
7300073
24-inch expander cable assembly, includes cable and hardware.
7120313
-01 12-inch expander cable (cable only).
7120313
-02 24-inch expander cable (cable only).

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Installation terminals and controls
Figure 2: Annunciator rear view showing terminals and controls
(1) Mounting slot
(2) DIP switch
(3) Annunciator bus IN/OUT terminals
(4) Power riser IN/OUT terminals
(5) Transmit and receive communication LEDs
(6) Remote key switch terminals
(7) Expander cable terminals
Figure 3: Expander rear view showing terminals
(1) Mounting slot
(2) Expander cable IN terminals
(3) Expander cable OUT terminals
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
V (-)
OUT
V (+)
F
E
D
C
B
A
V (-)
IN
V (+)
F
E
D
C
B
A
(1)
(2) (3)

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Table 3: DIP switch settings
Switch
Description
S1 to S5
Annunciator address.
The annunciator address (in binary). The factory setting is for address 2.
See Table 4 for examples. Possible values: 1 to 31.
S6
Baud rate.
OFF = 9600 baud (factory default setting)
ON = All other baud rates
S7
Annunciator circuit type.
OFF = Circuit supports Class B and Redundant Class B wiring
ON = Circuit supports Class B and Class A wiring
S8
Not used.
Table 4: Examples of DIP switch address settings
Address
Setting Address Setting
1
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
6
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
2
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
7
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
3
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
8
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
4
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
16
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
5
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678
31
ON
1 2 3 4 5 678

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Installing annunciators and expanders
For correct operation, the annunciator must be configured with a unique address, must have the correct baud rate
setting, and must be in communication with the FACP.
If you are installing a Remote Annunciator and Remote Expanders into RA-ENC2 or RA-ENC3 enclosures, you
must install the expanders first. Refer to the installation sheets for the enclosures for the correct sequence of
steps.
If you are installing Remote Annunciators and Remote Expanders using separate electrical boxes, the wire runs
between the boxes must be enclosed in conduit.
If you are installing a remote key switch, the switch must be located within the enclosure or within 3 ft. (0.9 m) of
the enclosure with the cabling installed in conduit or equivalent protection against mechanical injury.
To install an annunciator:
1. Secure the mounting ring to the electrical box, as shown in Figure 4.
2. Use the DIP switch to set the correct address and baud rate. See Table 3 on page 5 for DIP switch settings.
3. Connect the control panel annunciator circuit to the appropriate annunciator terminals. See Figure 5, Figure 6,
Figure 7, and Figure 8.
Tip: Leave enough wire to remove and position the annunciator when setting the DIP switch.
4. Attach the expander cable to the annunciator, if applicable. See Figure 9.
5. Attach the remote key switch wiring to the annunciator, if applicable. See Figure 8.
6. Tilt the annunciator up and slide the mounting slot onto the top flange of the mounting ring, as shown in
Figure 4.
7. Tilt the annunciator down and push the bottom of the annunciator over the stud-nut.
8. Secure the bottom of the annunciator to the mounting ring using the captive screw.
9. Cover the screw hole with the product label plate.
To install an expander:
1. Complete and insert the zone card (labeling sheet) into the expander.
2. Secure the mounting ring to the electrical box, as shown in Figure 4.
3. Connect the expander cable to the expander. Attach an expander cable for interconnection to a second
expander, if applicable. See Figure 9.
4. Tilt the expander up and slide the mounting slot onto the top flange of the mounting ring, as shown in
Figure 4.
5. Tilt the expander down and push the bottom of the expander over the stud-nut.
6. Secure the bottom of the expander to the mounting ring using the captive screw.
7. Cover the screw hole with the product label plate.
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 for a second expander, if applicable.

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Figure 4: Installing the mounting ring, annunciator, and expander
(1) Mounting ring
(
2) Annunciator
(3) Expander
(4) Electrical box
(5) RS-485 riser
(6) Expander cable
(4)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(5)

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Wiring diagrams
All wiring is supervised and power-limited, unless otherwise noted. For terminal connections, refer to the
documents listed on the control panel label.
Figure 5: Typical Class B wiring
Figure 6: Typical redundant Class B wiring
Figure 7: Typical Class A wiring
AUX_POWER
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RS-485_BUS_B /
ANN_CH1
ANN_CH1
AUX_POWER
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
ANN_CH2
AUX_POWER
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
RS-485_BUS_B
RS-485_BUS_A

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Figure 8: Typical annunciator wiring
(1) CH1_IN+/− from the control panel or previous annunciator. CH1_OUT+/− to the next annunciator or to the
control panel if the last annunciator on a Class A circuit.
(2) CH2_IN+/− from the control panel or previous annunciator. CH2_OUT+/− to the next annunciator. Used only
on redundant Class B circuits. See Figure 6 on page 8.
(3) Use the control panel power supply or a 24 VDC, continuous, regulated, power supply that is UL/ULC Listed
for fire protective signaling systems.
(4) To the expander. See Figure 9.
(5) The remote key switch wiring is not supervised. The key switch must be located within 3 ft. (0.9 m) of the
annunciator and installed in conduit, or equivalent protection against mechanical injury.
A remote key switch is required on K-RLED-C remote annunciators.
Figure 9: Typical expander wiring
K-RLCD(-C) / K-RLED(-C)
Ch1( )_IN
Ch1( )_IN
Ch1( )_OUT
Ch1( )_OUT
24V( )_IN
24V( )_IN
24V( )_OUT
24V( )_OUT
RKEY
LOCK(+)
LOCK(- )
EGND
Ch2( )_IN
Ch2( )_IN
Ch2( )_OUT
Ch2( )_OUT
V( )_OUT
V( )_OUT
F_OUT
E_OUT
D_OUT
C_OUT
B_OUT
A_OUT
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
V( )_IN
V( )_OUT V( )_IN
V( )_OUT F_IN
F_OUT
K-RLED24x
E_IN
E_OUT D_IN
D_OUT C_IN
C_OUT B_IN
B_OUT A_IN
A_OUT
V( )_IN
V( )_OUT
V( )_INV( )_OUT
F_INF_OUT
E_INE_OUT
D_IND_OUT
C_INC_OUT
B_INB_OUT
A_INA_OUT
K-RLED24x
K-RLCD(-C)
or
K-RLED(-C)

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Troubleshooting
When a K-R Series annunciator is operating correctly, the Trouble LED follows the panel’s Trouble LED.
Annunciators with LCD displays show the same trouble messages as the panel. See the topic “Reading LCD
displays” on page 16 for details about message displays.
The following table summarizes symptoms and solutions for common installation and operation problems.
Table 5: K-R Series troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Panel detail display: Annunciator 000
Communication Fault
Communication wiring has an open fault
Communication wiring polarity is reversed
Annunciator has no power
Annunciator address DIP switches are set incorrectly (on the
annunciator shown in the panel message)
Annunciator network baud rate DIP switch is set incorrectly (for
normal operation use 9600 baud)
Annunciator bus type DIP switch is set incorrectly (change S1-
7
to the other position)
Annunciator LCD and LEDs are inoperative
Annunciator has no power
Annunciator control switches don’t work
Remote key switch is in the “locked” or disabled position
Password entry may be required (see “Entering a password“
on
page 18)
Lamp test
During a lamp test the annunciators with LCDs show the version
of annunciator firmware currently loaded

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Specifications
Voltage
24 VDC, continuous. Do not use control panel AUX
power outputs that are interrupted when the panel is
reset. Supply must be UL/ULC Listed for use with fire
protective signaling systems and have a rating
designation of Regulated 24 DC or Regulated 24 FWR.
Standby current
K-RLCD, K-RLCDF, K-RLCD-R,
K-RLCD-PG, K-RLCD-SP
K-RLCD-C, K-RLCD-CF, K-RLCD-CR,
K-RLCD-C-PG, K-RLCD-C-SP
K-RLED-C, K-RLED-CF, K-RLED-CR,
K-RLED-C-PG, K-RLED-C-SP
K-RLED24, K-RLED24R
98 mA
99 mA
28 mA
6 mA
Alarm current
K-RLCD, K-RLCDF, K-RLCD-R,
K-RLCD-PG, K-RLCD-SP
K-RLCD-C, K-RLCD-CF, K-RLCD-CR,
K-RLCD-C-PG, K-RLCD-C-SP
K-RLED-C, K-RLED-CF, K-RLED-CR,
K-RLED-C-PG, K-RLED-C-SP
K-RLED24, K-RLED24R
113 mA
115 mA
62 mA
34 mA
Annunciator circuit
Class/Style
Wire size
Type
Length
Baud rate
Class B, Redundant Class B, or Class A
14 to 18 AWG (1.0 to 2.5 mm²)
Twisted pair, 6 twists per ft. min.
4,000 ft. (1,219 m), max.
9600 to 115200 baud
Remote key switch circuit
5 VDC at 1 mA, power-limited, unsupervised
Ground fault impedance
0 Ω
Power wiring
14 to 18 AWG (1.0 to 2.5 mm²)
Display area
4 lines of 20 characters each
Dimensions (H x W x D)
5-5/8 x 8-1/2 x 1-1/2 in. (14.3 x 21.4 x 3.8 cm)
Mounting
North American 4 in. square electrical box or listed
enclosure (see Table 2)
Operating environment
Temperature
Relative humidity
32 to 120°F (0 to 49°C)
0 to 93% noncondensing

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Operating the LCD models
Figure 10: Controls and indicators for LCD remote annunciator models with common controls
Figure 11: Controls and indicators for LCD remote annunciator models without common controls)
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
(1)
(2)
(3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9)
(10)
(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
(1)
(2)
(3) (4) (5) (9)
(10)
(11)
(12)(13)(14)(15)

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Table 6: Controls and indicators for LCD remote annunciators (with and without common controls)
No.
Item Description
1
LCD display Displays system status, event messages, and event message details.
2
Up cursor button Scrolls up through the messages in the event message queue. Scrolls
up through characters for password entry.
3
Down cursor button Scrolls down through the messages in the event message queue.
Scrolls down through characters for password entry.
4
Enter button Displays message details for the current message. Enters the
password character selected.
5
Lamp Test LED-button Green LED that indicates the annunciator is energized.
Turns on all LEDs and displays a test pattern on the LCD. The test
runs for ten seconds. The LED next to the button indicates the lamp
test is running.
6
Drill LED-button Turns on all audible and common alarm output devices and, if
configured, all visible devices. Pressing the button again turns them
back off. The LED next to the button indicates the function is active.
Requires a password to operate.
Note: You must press and hold the button for 2 seconds to initiate a
drill.
7
Signal Silence LED-button Turns off (silences) all active audible and common alarm output
devices and, if configured, all visible devices. Pressing
the button again
turns them back on. The LED next to the button indicates the function
is active. Requires a password or the enable controls key to operate.
8
Reset LED-button Restores the system to the normal state, provided that no inputs are
latched in the active state. The LED next to the button indicates the
reset function is active. Requires a password or the enable controls
key to operate.
9
Ack/Silence LED-button Silences the panel buzzer and acknowledges all current events. The
LED next to the button indicates the function is active. Requires a
password or the enable controls key to operate.
Note: The password requirement may be disabled based on your
system configuration settings.
10
Controls Enabled LED Blue LED that indicates the controls in that group are enabled at the
annunciator. Enabling the controls requires a password or the enable
controls key.
11
Trouble LED Yellow LED that indicates an active trouble state (flashing = new
trouble event, steady = all current trouble events have been
acknowledged).
12
Ground Fault LED Yellow LED that indicates a ground fault somewhere in the system.
13
Supervisory LED Yellow LED that indicates an active supervisory state (flashing = new
supervisory event, steady = all current supervisory events have been
acknowledged).
14
Alarm LED Red LED that indicates an active alarm state (flashing = new alarm
event, steady = all current alarm events have been acknowledged).
15
Power LED Green LED that indicates the annunciator is energized.

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Operating the LED models
Figure 12: Controls and indicators for LED remote annunciator models with common controls
Figure 13: Controls and indicators for the K-RLED24 and K-RLED24R
Controls Enabled
Ack/Silence
Reset
Signal Silence
Drill
Lamp Test
Power
Alarm
Supervisory
Ground Fault
Trouble
(1)(2)
(3)
(4)
(5) (6) (7) (8) (9)
(10)
(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)
(1)(2)
(3)
(4)

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Table 7: Controls and indicators for LED remote annunciator models with common controls, K-RLED24,
and K-RLED24R
No.
Item Description
1
Zone description label Zone or device description.
2
Active LED Red LED that indicates the zone or device is in the alarm state.
3
Trouble LED Yellow LED that indicates the zone or device is in the trouble state.
4
Supervisory zones The last four zones can be configured as alarm or supervisory. For
these zones, the top LED is a red/yellow bicolor LED. Red = alarm
event. Yellow = supervisory or monitor event.
5
Lamp Test LED-button Turns on all LEDs and displays a test pattern on the LCD. The test
runs for ten seconds. The LED next to the button indicates the lamp
test is running.
6
Drill LED-button Turns on all audible and common alarm output devices and, if
configured, all visible devices. Pressing the button again turns them
back off. The LED next to the button indicates the function is active.
Requires a password to operate.
Note: You must press and hold the button for 2 seconds to initiate a
drill.
7
Signal Silence LED-button Turns off (silences) all active audible and common alarm output
devices and, if configured, all visible devices. Pressing the button again
turns them back on. The LED next to the button indicates the function
is active. Requires a password or the enable controls key to operate.
8
Reset LED-button Restores the system to the normal state, provided that no inputs are
latched in the active state. The LED next to the button indicates the
reset function is active. Requires a password or the enable controls
key to operate.
9
Ack/Silence LED-button Silences the panel buzzer and acknowledges all current events. The
LED next to the button indicates the function is active. Requires a
password or the enable controls key to operate.
10
Controls Enabled LED Blue LED that indicates the controls in that group are enabled at the
annunciator. Enabling the controls requires a password or the enable
controls key.
11
Trouble LED Yellow LED that indicates an active trouble state (flashing = new
trouble event, steady = all current trouble events have been
acknowledged).
12
Ground Fault LED Yellow LED that indicates a ground fault somewhere in the system.
13
Supervisory LED Yellow LED that indicates an active supervisory state (flashing = new
supervisory event, steady = all current supervisory events have been
acknowledged).
14
Alarm LED Red LED that indicates an active alarm state (flashing = new alarm
event, steady = all current alarm events have been acknowledged).
15
Power LED Green LED that indicates the annunciator is energized.

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Reading LCD displays
In addition to the system status LEDs, two annunciator models include an LCD display that can show the system
status, event messages, or event message details. The display can also be used to enter a password that
enables the common control buttons.
System Normal screen
The LCD display shows the System Normal screen when the control panel is in the normal (quiescent) state.
(1) Time and date: The system time in 24-hour format and the system date in MM/DD/YY or DD/MM/YY format,
depending on the market place.
(2) Banner lines: Your facility name (if programmed) and the message “System is Normal.”
Event Message screen
The LCD display shows the Event Message screen when the control panel enters the alarm, supervisory, monitor,
trouble, disablement, or test state. Use the Up and Down cursor buttons to scroll through the messages in the
queue.
(1) Time and points: The system time in 24-hour format, the number of active points (Annn), and the number of
disabled points (Dnnn) currently in the system.
(2) Event status: The event number (NNN), the event type (SSSSSSSSSS), and the event status (RRR). The
event number is the position of the event in the queue. The event type is alarm, supervisory, trouble, or
monitor. The event status is “Act” for active, or “Rst” for restored.
Note: The > symbol indicates the oldest, highest priority event. It is only visible when the K-R Series Remote
Annunciator is connected to a VM-1 panel with C-CPU firmware version 1.40.00 and above, and the system is
configured for the Canadian market.
(3) Event message: The first and second lines of the event message.
HH:MM:SS MM/DD/YY
Your Building
System is Normal
(1)
(2)
HH:MM:SS Annn Dnnn
NNN>SSSSSSSSSS RRR
MESSAGE LINE 1 XXXXX
MESSAGE LINE 2 XXXXX
(1)
(2)
(3)