Johnson Controls, Inc.

Voice Alarm System

Manual

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Document 51869
12/03/2003
P/N 51869:C • ECN 03-527
 Fire Alarm System Limitations
While a fire alarm system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for fire insurance!
An automatic fire alarm system—typically made up of Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and
smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible alarm only when heat on their sensors increases at a predeter-
warning devices, and a fire alarm control panel with remote mined rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise
notification capability—can provide early warning of a develop- heat detectors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time.
ing fire. Such a system, however, does not assure protection For this reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector
against property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire. should be tested at least once per year by a qualified fire pro-
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat detec- tection specialist. Heat detectors are designed to protect
tors be located throughout a protected premise following the property, not life.
recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the
Protection Association Standard 72-1999 (NFPA 72-1999), same room as the control panel and in rooms used by the sys-
manufacturer's recommendations, State and local codes, and tem for the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communi-
the recommendations contained in the Guide for Proper Use of cations, signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so
System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no located, a developing fire may damage the alarm system, crip-
charge to all installing dealers. A study by the Federal Emer- pling its ability to report a fire.
gency Management Agency (an agency of the United States Audible warning devices such as bells may not alert people
government) indicated that smoke detectors may not go off in if these devices are located on the other side of closed or
as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm systems are partly open doors or are located on another floor of a building.
designed to provide early warning against fire, they do not Any warning device may fail to alert people with a disability or
guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire alarm sys- those who have recently consumed drugs, alcohol or medica-
tem may not provide timely or adequate warning, or simply tion. Please note that:
may not function, for a variety of reasons:
• Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot in people with conditions such as epilepsy.
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors • Studies have shown that certain people, even when they
also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. hear a fire alarm signal, do not respond or comprehend the
A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first- meaning of the signal. It is the property owner's responsi-
floor or basement fire. bility to conduct fire drills and other training exercise to
make people aware of fire alarm signals and instruct them
Particles of combustion or “smoke” from a developing fire on the proper reaction to alarm signals.
may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors
because: • In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can
cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
• Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, or
chimneys may inhibit particle or smoke flow. A fire alarm system will not operate without any electrical
power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
• Smoke particles may become “cold,” stratify, and not reach batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have
the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located. been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
• Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air Equipment used in the system may not be technically com-
outlets. patible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equip-
• Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before ment listed for service with your control panel.
reaching the detector. Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a
The amount of “smoke” present may be insufficient to alarm premise to a central monitoring station may be out of service
smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at or temporarily disabled. For added protection against tele-
various levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not phone line failure, backup radio transmission systems are rec-
created by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the ommended.
detectors will not go into alarm. The most common cause of fire alarm malfunction is inade-
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing quate maintenance. To keep the entire fire alarm system in
limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per
chambers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming the manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA stan-
fires, which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ion- dards. At a minimum, the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA
izing-type sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires 72-1999 shall be followed. Environments with large amounts
better than smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different of dust, dirt or high air velocity require more frequent mainte-
ways and are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type nance. A maintenance agreement should be arranged
of detector is necessarily best and a given type of detector through the local manufacturer's representative. Maintenance
may not provide adequate warning of a fire. should be scheduled monthly or as required by National and/
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate or local fire codes and should be performed by authorized pro-
warning of fires caused by arson, children playing with fessional fire alarm installers only. Adequate written records of
matches (especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent all inspections should be kept.
explosions (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of
flammable materials, etc.). Precau-L-1-2004.fm

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 Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may
connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to light-
sources of power before servicing. The control unit and asso- ning-induced transients. Although no system is completely
ciated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or insert- immune from lightning transients and interferences, proper
ing cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside
energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this aerial wiring is not recommended, due to an increased sus-
unit until this manual is read and understood. ceptibility to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Techni-
CAUTION - System Reacceptance Test after Software cal Services Department if any problems are anticipated or
Changes. To ensure proper system operation, this product encountered.
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72-1999 Chapter 7 Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or
after any programming operation or change in site-specific inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
software. Reacceptance testing is required after any change, Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing,
addition or deletion of system components, or after any modifi- reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make
cation, repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring. all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifi-
All components, circuits, system operations, or software func- cations, verify that they will not interfere with battery, trans-
tions known to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. former, and printed circuit board location.
In addition, to ensure that other operations are not inadvert- Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs.
ently affected, at least 10% of initiating devices that are not Over-tightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced ter-
directly affected by the change, up to a maximum of 50 minal contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal
devices, must also be tested and proper system operation ver- removal.
ified.
Though designed to last many years, system components
This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0°C can fail at any time. This system contains static-sensitive
to 49°C (32°F to 120°F) and at a relative humidity (noncon- components. Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap
densing) of 85% at 30°C (86°F) per NFPA, and 93% ± 2% at before handling any circuits so that static charges are removed
32°C ± 2°C (89.6°F ± 1.1°F) per ULC. However, the useful life from the body. Use static-suppressive packaging to protect
of the system's standby batteries and the electronic compo- electronic assemblies removed from the unit.
nents may be adversely affected by extreme temperature
ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and pro-
system and all peripherals be installed in an environment with gramming manuals. These instructions must be followed to
a nominal room temperature of 15-27° C/60-80° F. avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment.
FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indi- by authorized personnel.
cating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a
Precau-L-10-2003.fm
10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.

FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can Canadian Requirements
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
cause interference to radio communications. It has been out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana-
tested and found to comply with the limits for class A dian Department of Communications.
computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radi-
protection against such interference when operated in a oelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appa-
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in reils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
case the user will be required to correct the interference ministere des Communications du Canada.
at his own expense.

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NOTIFIER® is a registered trademark of Fire•Lite Alarms, Inc. Echelon® is a registered trademark and LonWorks™ is a trademark of Echelon Corporation.
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is a registered trademark of GE Plastics, a subsidiary of General Electric Company.

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Section 1 System Description .............................................................................................. 13
1.1: System Overview............................................................................................................................................................13
Features ................................................................................................................................................................13
Applications .........................................................................................................................................................13
Operation .............................................................................................................................................................13
1.2: Basic Systems .................................................................................................................................................................13
JVCC-1B Voice Command Center ......................................................................................................................13
JVTCC-1B Voice/Telephone Command Center .................................................................................................14
JTCC-1B Telephone Control Center ...................................................................................................................14
System Components Ordered Separately ............................................................................................................14
1.3: Component Descriptions ...............................................................................................................................................16
1.3.1: Basic Equipment Package....................................................................................................................................16
Cabinet-mounting Hardware ................................................................................................................................16
1.3.2: Speaker Controls .................................................................................................................................................17
1.3.3: Audio Amplification Equipment ........................................................................................................................18
Optional Equipment for Amplification Circuits ..................................................................................................18
1.3.4: Peripheral Equipment ..........................................................................................................................................19

Section 2 Design Considerations ......................................................................................... 21

2.1: Activating Audio Functions with an AMG-1 .................................................................................................................21
2.2: Amplifying the Audio Signal..........................................................................................................................................21
2.3: Driving Speaker Circuits ................................................................................................................................................21
2.3.1: Speaker Circuit Power Limitations .....................................................................................................................22

Section 3 Installation Overview ............................................................................................ 23

3.1: Installation Checklist .....................................................................................................................................................24
3.1.1: Before Installing Voice Alarm System................................................................................................................24
3.2: Internal Power Distribution ............................................................................................................................................25
3.3: EIA-485 Connections .....................................................................................................................................................25
3.4: Finishing the Installation ................................................................................................................................................26
3.4.1: Mounting the Dress Panel Single Well................................................................................................................26
3.4.2: Mounting the Dress Panel Double Well ..............................................................................................................26
3.4.3: Blank Dress Panel - DP-1B .................................................................................................................................26

Section 4 Audio Message Generator (AMG-1/AMG-E) ....................................................... 27

4.1: Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................27
4.2: Voice Messages...............................................................................................................................................................27
4.3: Mounting an AMG-1 or AMG-E....................................................................................................................................27
4.4: Connecting an AMG-1 or AMG-E .................................................................................................................................28
Multi-Channel Audio ...........................................................................................................................................30
4.5: Configuring & Programming..........................................................................................................................................31
4.6: Operating an Audio Message Generator.........................................................................................................................32
4.6.1: AMG-1 System Status Indicator LEDs ..............................................................................................................32
4.6.2: Operating Components .......................................................................................................................................33
4.6.3: Paging Instructions .............................................................................................................................................33
4.7: Voice Message Options (VROM and VRAM) ..............................................................................................................34
4.7.1: Installation ...........................................................................................................................................................34
4.7.2: Selecting Tones & Voice Messages ...................................................................................................................35
Single-Address Mode Systems ............................................................................................................................35
4.7.3: Tone/Message Generation ...................................................................................................................................35
Factory Messages (VROM installed) ..................................................................................................................36
Custom Messages (VRAM Installed) ..................................................................................................................36

Section 5 Installing a Fire Fighters Telephone ................................................................... 37

5.1: Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................37
5.2: Mounting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S: Standard Position .........................................................................................................37
5.3: Mounting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S: Center Position.............................................................................................................38
5.4: Connecting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S.....................................................................................................................................38
5.5: Set Operating Mode ........................................................................................................................................................39
5.6: Operating a Fire Fighters Telephone ..............................................................................................................................40
5.6.1: FFT-7 and FFT-7S System Status Indicator LEDs: ...........................................................................................40
5.6.2: FFT-7 and FFT-7S Operating Components ........................................................................................................40
Paging Operation (FFT-7 only) ...........................................................................................................................41

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 Two-Way Conversation .......................................................................................................................................41

Section 6 Audio Amplifiers ....................................................................................................43

6.1: Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................43
6.2: AA-30 Installation and Operation ..................................................................................................................................44
6.2.1: Installing an AA-30 .............................................................................................................................................44
Mounting an AA-30 .............................................................................................................................................44
Connecting an AA-30 ..........................................................................................................................................44
6.2.2: AA-30 General Operation....................................................................................................................................45
6.2.3: Circuit Board Layout ...........................................................................................................................................46
6.2.4: LED Conditions ...................................................................................................................................................46
6.3: AA-100/AA-120 Installation and Operation ..................................................................................................................47
6.3.1: Installing an AA-100 or AA-120.........................................................................................................................47
Mounting an AA-100 or AA-120 ........................................................................................................................47
Connecting an AA-100 or AA-120 ......................................................................................................................47
6.3.2: AA-100/AA-120 General Operation ...................................................................................................................49
6.3.3: AA-100/AA-120 Circuit Board Layout...............................................................................................................49
6.3.4: AA-100/AA-120 LED Conditions.......................................................................................................................50
6.3.5: Selecting the Backup Tone on AA-100/AA-120.................................................................................................50
6.4: Adjusting the Audio Gain Level.....................................................................................................................................50
6.5: Wiring Multiple Audio Amplifiers .................................................................................................................................52
6.5.1: Typical Wiring: Two Primary Audio Amplifiers ...............................................................................................52
6.5.2: Typical Wiring: Primary Amplifier With Backup...............................................................................................54
Wiring Notes ........................................................................................................................................................54

Section 7 Controlling Speaker and Telephone Circuits ......................................................57

7.1: SLC Loop Devices..........................................................................................................................................................57
7.1.1: M500FPJ Modules...............................................................................................................................................57
7.1.2: M300CJ Modules ................................................................................................................................................57
7.2: XP5-C Modules ..............................................................................................................................................................58
7.2.1: XP5-C Speaker and Telephone Circuits ..............................................................................................................59
XP5-C Speaker/Telephone Wiring Diagram #1 ..................................................................................................60
XP5-C Speaker/Telephone Wiring Diagram #2 ..................................................................................................61
7.3: XP Transponders.............................................................................................................................................................62
7.4: XPIQ ...............................................................................................................................................................................62
7.5: Voice Control and Dual Channel Modules .....................................................................................................................62
7.5.1: Mounting an Expander Board onto a VCM-4RK................................................................................................62
7.5.2: Installing a Module into the Chassis....................................................................................................................63
7.5.3: Setting the VCM-4RK to Telephone/Speaker Mode...........................................................................................63
7.5.4: Wiring Speaker Circuits for VCM-4RK and DCM-4RK ....................................................................................64
7.5.5: Speaker Circuits with VCM-4RK Voice Control Modules.................................................................................64
Description ...........................................................................................................................................................64
Components for VCM-4RK .................................................................................................................................64
Connection Guidelines for VCM-4RK Speaker Circuits ....................................................................................64
VCM-4RK Speaker Wiring Diagram ..................................................................................................................65
7.5.6: Connecting VCM-4RK Telephone Circuits ........................................................................................................66
VCM-4RK Telephone Wiring Diagram: .............................................................................................................66
7.5.7: Connecting Dual Channel Module Circuits.........................................................................................................67
Description ...........................................................................................................................................................67
Components for DCM-4RK .................................................................................................................................67
Connection Guidelines for DCM-4RK Speaker Circuits ....................................................................................67
DCM-4RK Speaker Wiring Speaker Wiring Diagram: .......................................................................................68
7.5.8: Speaker Configurations for VCM-4RK Circuits .................................................................................................69
30 Watt - Four and Eight Speaker Circuits ..........................................................................................................69
120 Watt - Four and Eight Speaker Circuits ........................................................................................................70
90 Watt - Eight Speaker Circuit Configuration ...................................................................................................71
240 Watt - Eight Speaker Circuit .........................................................................................................................72
180 Watt - Eight Speaker Circuit Configuration .................................................................................................73
7.5.9: Speaker Configurations for DCM-4RK Circuits .................................................................................................74
30 Watt Dual-Channel Configuration ..................................................................................................................74
120 Watt Dual-Channel Configuration (Two AA-120s) .....................................................................................75
120 Watt Dual-Channel Configuration (Four AA-30s) .......................................................................................76

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Section 8 ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer ................................................................... 77
8.1: Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................77
8.2: Applications....................................................................................................................................................................77
8.3: Isolating Power Supplies ................................................................................................................................................77
8.4: Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................78
8.4.1: Connect ACT-1 to Amplifier...............................................................................................................................78
8.4.2: Wiring Amplifiers................................................................................................................................................79

Appendix A: IFC-640: Configuring Voice Systems ............................................................. 81

A.1: Setting AMG-1/E DIP Switches ................................................................................................................................. 81
A.2: Selecting AMG-1/E Group Functions ........................................................................................................................... 82
A.3: Configuring Tone/Messages .......................................................................................................................................... 82
AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Selections: SW2-2=Off .............................................................................82
AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Selections: SW2-2=On ..............................................................................83

Appendix B: IFC-3030 and JNCA: Configuring Voice Systems ........................................ 85

B.1: Setting AMG-1/E DIP Switches .................................................................................................................................... 85
B.2: Selecting AMG-1/E Group Functions............................................................................................................................ 85
B.3: AMG-1/E Programming Notes ...................................................................................................................................... 86
B.4: Configuring Tone/Messages........................................................................................................................................... 87
AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Functions for addresses A32 to A29 .........................................................87
AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Functions for addresses A28 to A25 (AMG-X4 EPROM required) .........88

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 Standards and Other Documents
This Fire Alarm Control Panel complies with the following NFPA standards:
NFPA 12 CO2 Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 12A Halon 1301 Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 13 Sprinkler Systems
NFPA 15 Water Spray Systems
NFPA 16 Foam/Water Deluge and Foam/Water Spray Systems
NFPA 17 Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 17A Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 72 Central Station Fire Alarm Systems (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Protected
Premises Unit (requires Notifier UDACT).
NFPA 72 Local (Automatic, Manual, Waterflow and Sprinkler Supervisory) Fire Alarm Systems.
NFPA 72 Auxiliary (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Fire Alarm Systems (requires TM-4).
NFPA 72 Remote Station (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Fire Alarm Systems
NFPA 72 Proprietary (Automatic, Manual and Waterflow) Fire Alarm Systems (Protected Premises
Unit).
NFPA 2001 Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
The installer should be familiar with the following documents and standards:
NFPA 72 Initiating Devices for Fire Alarm Systems
NFPA 72 Inspection, Testing and Maintenance for Fire Alarm Systems
NFPA 72 Notification Appliances for Fire Alarm Systems
Underwriters Laboratories
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 1971 Visual Signaling Appliances
UL 1076 Proprietary Burglar Alarm Systems
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
ULC-S527-99 Standard for Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems
ULC S524 Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems
Other
EIA-485 and EIA-232 Serial Interface Standards
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
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1

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 About This Manual
Supplemental Documentation
This manual covers the installation and operation of voice alarm equipment for various Fire Alarm
Control Panels (FACP) and intelligent annunciators. The following documents contain information
for general installation and are referenced throughout this manual.

For information on: Refer to: Doc. No.

Compatible Devices Device Compatibility Document 51922

Device Compatibility Technical Bulletin LIT-445180
FACPs, Intelligent Annunciators, IFC-3030/E Installation 52024,
and Networking (Note: Where used in this manual, IFC-3030 refers to Programming 52025,
both IFC-3030 and IFC-3030E) Operation 52026
IFC-640 Installation 51864,
(Note: Where used in this manual, IFC-640 refers to Programming 51866,
both IFC-640 and IFC-640E) Operation 51865
JNCA Network Control Annunciator 51868
Noti•Fire•Net, Network Version 4.0 and Higher 51584
Johnson Controls SLC Wiring Manual 51870
ACS Annunciators ACS Installation Manual 15842
Chassis Installation CAB-3/CAB-4 Series Cabinet Product Installation 15330
Drawing
BMP-1 Blank Module Dress Panel Product Installation 51008
Drawing
and the installation manual for your FACP/Intelligent Annunciator
Voice messages VROM Series Voice 15945
Emergency Voice Evacuation VEC-25/50 Voice Evacuation Control Panel 50686
Audio recording library space AVL-1 Audio Voice Link Manual 50120
Audio Coupling ACT-2 Installation Document 51118
ACT-2 Audio Coupling Transformer Technical Bulletin LIT-445225
Microphones (paging) RM-1 Remote Microphones Installation Document 51138
RM-1 Series Remote Microphone Technical Bulletin LIT-445212
Telephone Jacks RPJ-1 Remote Paging Jack Installation Document 15058
Insulating Pad Insulating Pad Product Installation Drawing 50389

The following compatible voice/telephone products are fully discussed in separate manuals:
XPIQ 51013
XPIQ Quad Intelligent Audio Transponder Technical LIT-445235
Bulletin
XP5 Series Transponder Manual 50786
XP5 Series Transponders Technical Bulletin LIT-445230
XP Transponder 15888
XP Transponder Technical Bulletin LIT-448180

Table 4.1 Supplemental Documentation

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Cautions and Warnings
This manual contains cautions and warnings to alert the reader as follows:

CAUTION: Information about procedures that could cause programming errors, runtime errors,
! or equipment damage.

WARNING: Indicates information about procedures that could cause irreversible damage to the
! control panel, irreversible loss of programming data or personal injury.

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 Section 1 System Description
1.1 System Overview
The Voice Alarm System is a cost-effective hardwired audio subsystem for use with many Johnson
Controls Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP) and intelligent annunciators. It provides a manual or
automatic supervised paging system for transmitting voice messages (information, instructions,
directions) on a selective or all call basis. The system uses standard cabinets and microprocessor
technology to allow flexibility in its application and reliability in its operation. Voice alarm devices can
be programmed to work across Noti•Fire•Net; refer to your control panel manual.

Features
The System provides the following features:
• Prerecorded evacuation message using solid-state electronics
• Page-by-phone from anywhere in building
• Large system capacity
• Multiple channel option
• Style Y or Z speaker circuit operation
• Speaker and telephone zone select switches with custom labels
• Audio amplifiers with 240V input-power option available
• Standby amplifier network allows cost-effective backup amplifier
• Field configurable and programmable

Applications
The system is designed to be used in today’s large multizone buildings to provide a reliable and cost-
effective life safety system. It provides automatic evacuation messages, or local fire fighter control of
paging and 2-way communications in an emergency situation. A paging microphone and a master
telephone handset and control unit are coupled with a fully electronic emergency message recorder and
easy to use operator controls to provide the FACP with a state-of-the-art emergency communications
subsystem.

Operation
The system functions as an integral part of a FACP system. Manual or automatic alarm signals
generated by the control panel are used to initiate audio evacuation signals or messages, which are
distributed throughout the building’s speaker circuits. All field circuits (either speaker circuits or
telephone circuits) are fully supervised and power-limited by the main control panel. The Command
Center is fully field-programmable, and does not require the use of any special tools or equipment.

1.2 Basic Systems

Three basic equipment packages are available to provide basic systems for different applications. The
components of these packages are listed below; see Section 1.3 “Component Descriptions”. To allow
customized system design, some required components must be ordered separately.

JVCC-1B Voice Command Center

Basic equipment package for single-channel audio evacuation systems that do not require a Fire
Fighters Telephone system. The unit occupies one cabinet row and includes:
• One AMG-1 Audio Message Generator with microphone
• One CHS-4L Chassis for mounting the AMG-1

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System Description Basic Systems

• Cable assemblies for connection to the Control Panel

• One DPSW-1B single-well dress panel (see Section 1.3 “Component Descriptions”)
Purchase additional Audio Message Generators to provide multi-channel audio.

JVTCC-1B Voice/Telephone Command Center

Basic equipment package for single-channel audio evacuation system employing a Fire Fighters
Telephone system. The units occupy one cabinet row and includes the following:
• One AMG-1 Audio Message Generator
• One FFT-7 Fire Fighters Telephone
• One CHS-4L Chassis for mounting the AMG-1 and the FFT-7
• Cable assemblies for connection to the Control Panel
• One DPDW-1B double-well dress panel (see Section 1.3 “Component Descriptions”)
Purchase additional Audio Message Generators to provide multi-channel audio.

JTCC-1B Telephone Control Center

Basic equipment package for a Fire Fighters Telephone system with no voice evacuation or paging
capabilities. The unit occupies one cabinet row and includes the following:
• One FFT-7S Fire Fighters Telephone
• One CHS-4L Chassis for mounting the FFT-7
• Cable assemblies for connection to the Control Panel
• Two TBP-1B blank panels for either side of the FFT-7S
• One DPDW-1B double-well dress panel

System Components Ordered Separately

An audio-evacuation system requires installation of one or more audio amplifiers and one or more
audio control devices (see list below); alternatively an XPIQ can be selected to combine
functionality of both. All devices must be mounted in an appropriate chassis.
Audio Amplifier(s) The AA-30/AA-30E and AA-120/AA-120E Audio Amplifiers amplify the
signal from an AMG-1/E to 25 Vrms before distribution to speaker circuits. The AA-100/AA-100E
Audio Amplifier amplifies the signal from an AMG-1/E to 70.7 Vrms before distribution to speaker
circuits.
Audio Control Devices Audio control devices are speaker control modules/expanders and/or
transponders, including:
• SLC Control Modules (such as M300CJ) connected to an approved FACP
• M500FPJ (for use with Fire Fighters Telephone only)
• XP5-C
• XP Transponders
• VCM-4RK, VCE-4, DCM-4RK
Note: XP Transponder systems are unique; refer to the XP Transponder Manual. XPIQ systems
perform similar functions using different technology; refer to the XPIQ Installation Manual.
Chassis Additional CHS-4L Chassis are needed to mount AA-30/AA-30E audio amplifiers,
AMG-1s, or AMG-Es.

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 Basic Systems System Description

Figure 1.1, Figure 1.2 and Figure 1.3 provide a description of the basic functional connections for
three standard audio packages.

EIA-485 from FACP

Audio
Message
Generator

Supervised
Low-level

return
audio

Audio
Amplifier

High-level audio (amplified) to

speaker control modules

Figure 1.1 JVCC-1B Voice Command Center

EIA-485 from FACP

Audio Fire Fighters

Message Telephone
Generator

Supervised
Supervised

Low-level Telephone

return
return

audio riser

Audio Control Modules

Amplifier or Transponders

High-level audio
(amplified) to
speaker control modules

Figure 1.2 JVTCC-1B Voice/Telephone Command Center

Fire Fighters
Telephone Trouble signal
Supervised

Telephone
return

riser

Control Modules
or Transponders

Figure 1.3 JTCC-1B Telephone Control Center

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System Description Component Descriptions

1.3 Component Descriptions

1.3.1 Basic Equipment Package
Audio Message Generator (AMG-1 & AMG-E) Provides a
variety of tones and a built-in microphone allows for paging through
speaker circuits. Optionally, you can install up to four digitally-
recorded voice messages into the AMG-1: two factory prerecorded
voice messages, two user-defined messages. You can create both user-
defined messages through the AMG-1 built-in microphone, or

AMG-1.cdr
download messages from a standard audio cassette recorder.
AMG-E - An AMG-1 without a microphone. It is used as an expander
in applications that require multiple Audio Message Generators.
AMG-X4 (JNCA only) - Contains a revision to the EPROM chip that provides the capability to
support up to eight AMGs in the system.
AMG-ZC - Contains a revision to the EPROM chip that provides for Zone-coding, which allows
announcement of the annunciator point that is in alarm.
Note: This device puts out low-level audio signals that are fed through an amplifier before being
directed to a speaker control module.
Fire Fighters Telephone (FFT-7 and FFT-7S) Provides the AUDIO AMG

Voice Alarm System with fire fighter's telephone capability. With PAGE MODE ON LINE

FIRE
these units, up to seven telephones can be used to hold a simultaneous
PAG E

FIGHTERS PH ONE
TR OUB LE
LINE
T ROUB LE
TELEPHONE

conversation. The FFT-7S does not provide paging capability. Capable

FFT-7.cdr
of driving speaker control modules over the outgoing telephone riser.

Cabinet-mounting Hardware
CHS-4L Chassis The low-profile CHS-4L chassis mounts into a
CAB-4 Series cabinet and is used to mount the components of the
Voice Alarm System.

CHS4-L.cdr
Dress Panel Single Well - DPSW-1B This dress panel is used to
encircle an Audio Message Generator within a CAB-4 Series cabinet.
It is supplied with two (2) blank module plates and is hinged on the left
side. An AA-30 Audio Amplifier may be mounted behind the cover
plates. dpsw1.cdr

Dress Panel Double Well - DPDW-1B This dress panel is used to

encircle an Audio Message Generator and a Fire Fighters Telephone
within a CAB-4 Series cabinet.
dpdw-1.cdr

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Blank Dress Panel - DP-1B Flat black plate used to cover an

Audio Amplifier.

DP-1B.cdr
Blank Module Dress Panel - BMP-1 Flat black plate used to cover an
unused annunciator position and provide mounting for some modules
unrelated to voice systems.

BMP-1.cdr
1.3.2 Speaker Controls
The amplified signal from each audio amplifier is connected to a speaker control that will switch
the signal to a speaker circuit. There are several options for controlling speaker circuits.
Voice Control Module (VCM-4RK) This speaker-control module
is designed for use with control panels providing panel circuit
connections. It provides the system with up to four (4) Style Y (Class
B) or Style Z (Class A) speaker circuits. Moving a jumper on the

VCM-4RKmod.cdr
module configures it for controlling FFT-7 circuits. When configured
for telephone circuits, the VCM-4RK accepts its signal directly from a
Fire Fighters Telephone.
Add an optional Voice Control Expander (VCE-4) to the back of the
module to provide up to eight speaker or telephone circuits.
Note: Speaker control modules (also called voice alarm modules) feature removable terminal
blocks that simplify installation and servicing of the control panel.
Dual Channel Module (DCM-4RK) This speaker-control module
is designed for use with control panels providing panel circuit
connections. It is a two-board assembly (DCM-4RK and VCE-4) that
provides the system with the capability to select one of two types of
audio sources for switching to a specified speaker circuit. The DCM-

dcm4RK.cdr
4RK provides up to four circuits.
Note: Speaker control modules (also called voice alarm modules)
feature removable terminal blocks that simplify installation and
servicing of the control panel.
Control Modules for SLC Loop With Control-by-Event (CBE)
programming, any SLC loop control module could be used to determine when
9 0
the Voice Alarm System’s audio signal should be switched to the speakers.
fcm-1-small.cdr

8 1
7 2
Devices such as the M300CJ can be used to control when the signal from the 6 3
audio amplifier is fed to the speakers. For details on these products, refer to 5 4
your control panel manual.
Transponder Module (XP5-C) An optional module, the XP5-C
has five circuits, each acts as a supervising circuit for a speaker/
telephone and provides power to a Class-B circuit. One XP5-C
occupies five consecutive addresses on the SLC. All five circuits are
addressed collectively with two switches, and each circuit has one
green LED status indicator that blinks when not active, and when
XP5c.cdr

active produces a steady glow. See the XP5 Series Transponder 9

4
3
15

2
13 12 14
SW2

6 1 8
10

7
0
5

Manual for further details and installation instructions.

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System Description Component Descriptions

Quad Intelligent Audio Transponder (XPIQ) An integrated audio amplification and

distribution subsystem controlled by the control panel via the Signaling Line Circuit (SLC). The
XPIQ can direct up to four low-level audio signals from the risers to four audio amplifiers. This
device is discussed in a separate document; for information and installation instructions see the
XPIQ Quad Intelligent Audio Transponder manual.

1.3.3 Audio Amplification Equipment

The control panel uses three types of audio amplifiers with an installed P3
P1

P8
P2

Voice Alarm System. Each amplifies the audio signal coming in from P4 P5 P6
R9 R8
P7

an Audio Message Generator. The amplifier includes audio input and

AA-30.cdr
amplified output supervision, backup input, and automatic switchover
to backup tone (AA-100 and AA-120 only). Connecting cables are
AA-30
supplied. Depending on system requirements at least one of these
amplifiers must be incorporated: AA-30, AA-100, AA-120. P1 P2

P8
P3 P7

AA-120.cdr
P4 P5

AA-30 Provides up to 30 watts of audio power for driving 25 Vrms

J2 P6

J1

speaker circuits. Requires 1/2 of a CHS-4L chassis for mounting. Does SW2

R107

R100

not provide backup tone.

AA-100/AA-120
AA-100 Provides 100 watts of audio power for driving 70.7 Vrms
speakers. Mounts directly to a CAB-4 Series cabinet.
AA-120 Provides 120 watts of audio power for driving 25 Vrms
speakers. Mounts directly to a CAB-4 Series cabinet.
Note: 240 VAC versions are available, add “E” to end of product nomenclature (e.g. AA-30E).

Optional Equipment for Amplification Circuits

Audio Coupling Transformer - ACT-1 Couples low-level audio
for up to eight audio amplifiers or other audio inputs, such as the
AMG-1 Audio Message Generator. Up to 7 ACT-1s can be used on a
low-level audio circuit. The transformer provides ground fault circuit
isolation as well as Common Mode Noise Rejection (CMNR), greatly

ACT1.cdr
reducing crosstalk from the SLCs. Refer to Section 8 “ACT-1 Audio
Coupling Transformer” for more information and installation
instructions.
Audio Coupling Transformer - ACT-2 The ACT-2 unit provides
a means to drive up to 40 amplifiers for large audio system COMM EARTH S THRU

applications. To do so, the ACT-2 must be used in conjunction with a

dedicated AA-30 amplifier which is used to create a 25 Vrms audio 3 2 1

riser. Each ACT-2 accepts the 25 Vrms signal and reduces it to the
ACT2.cdr

level appropriate for input to up to 40 AA series amplifiers. Hundreds

of ACT-2s can be connected to a single 25Vrms riser. In this
configuration the ACT-2 also provides electrical isolation between the
audio riser and supported amplifiers, preventing Ground Fault sensing conflicts through the audio
riser. See the Audio Coupling Transformer Technical Bulletin for further details and installation
instructions.

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1.3.4 Peripheral Equipment

These devices are not part of the Voice Alarm System, but are described here for continuity. These
items can be added to voice system to provide for special requirements.
Audio Voice Link - AVL-1 Used to provide up to 16 minutes of
audio recording library space. Words from the library may be
combined to form up to 999 messages.
See the Audio Voice Link Installation Manual for further details,
installation and operating instructions.
(AVL-1 is not ULC-listed.)

AVL-1.cdr
Remote Microphone (RM-1 and RM-1SA) Provides paging
capabilities to speaker systems driven by the low-level audio source of POWER

MICROPHONE

the AMG-1. The RM-1 assembly can be installed in a CAB-4 Series

TROUBLE

cabinet, while the RM-1SA is installed in a CAB-RM cabinet. For

more information and installation instructions see the RM-1 Series

Rm1SA.cdr
Remote Microphone Product Installation Drawing.

Remote Paging Jack - RPJ-1 Used in conjunction with a

Firefighters Hand Set - FHS the Remote Paging Jack allows a fire
fighter to page to all speaker circuits from a remote location. See the R

RPJ-1 Product Installation Drawing for further details and installation

instructions.
Also available is the Fireman’s Phone Jack - JFPJ which does not

RPJ-FHS.cdr
require a key to operate.

Firephone Control Module - M500FPJ Used to connect a remote firefighter telephone to a

centralized telephone console. A ringing sound is provided at each off-hook handset until it is
connected to the console. Wiring to individual telephone jacks and handsets is supervised, and
status is reported to the panel as NORMAL, TROUBLE, or CALL IN.

XP Series Transponders Communicate with the control panels and function as data-gathering
panels for alarm initiating device circuits, and as remote switching centers for Notification
Appliance Circuits or relays. These devices are discussed in a separate document; for information
and installation instructions see the XP Transponder manual.
Voice Evacuation Control Panel (VEC-25/50) A compact, stand-alone or slave Emergency
Voice Evacuation Control in a self-contained package. The standard package includes a 25 Watt, 25
VRMS audio amplifier, a commercial-grade emergency communications microphone and alert tone
generator, an integral digital message generator with prerecorded voice announcements and field
recording capability, and a built-in power supply/battery charger. Options include an additional
amplifier (for dual speaker circuits or backup purposes), a 70.7 VRMS converter for retrofit. For
more information and installation instructions see the VEC-25/50 Voice Evacuation Control Panel
manual.

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 Section 2 Design Considerations
A brief overview of the role that each voice alarm component plays in audio evacuation applications.

2.1 Activating Audio Functions with an AMG-1

Through an EIA-485 communication loop, the control panel can automatically activate programmed
tones or messages on the AMG-1.
• If the AMG-1 is connected to a single-address mode control panel such as the IFC-640: The
AMG-1 must be set to Address 01 (see Appendix A “IFC-640: Configuring Voice Systems” and
the control panel manual).
• If the AMG-1 is connected to a multi-address mode panel such as the IFC-3030 or an intelligent
annunciator such as the JNCA: An ACM-24AT or ACM-16AT is required to be addressed and
programmed (see Appendix B “IFC-3030 and JNCA: Configuring Voice Systems” and the
manual for your FACP or intelligent annunciator).
In applications with more than 4 AMG-1s, an AEM-24AT or AEM-16AT may also be required.

Compatible ACM-24AT or
FACP or ACM-16AT
intelligent
annunciator

AMG-1.cdr
Figure 2.1 Audio Functions - AMG-1

2.2 Amplifying the Audio Signal

The AMG-1 produces a low-level audio signal (unamplified tones or messages), therefore the audio
signal must be fed through an Audio Amplifier, such as an AA-30, AA-100 or AA-120. The output of
the amplifier is then fed to the control modules (such as VCM-4RK or M300CJ) that control the speaker
zones. In the samples below, VCM-4RK is used, but any listed transponder or control module can be
used with control-by-event.

P1
P2

P3 P8

P4 P5 P6 P7
R9 R8

AmpAudSigRK.cdr

AMG-1 AA-30 VCM-4RK

Figure 2.2 Amplifying AMG-1 Tones and Voice Messages

2.3 Driving Speaker Circuits

The amplified signal from each Audio Amplifier must be connected to a control module that will switch
the signal to a speaker circuit. A VCM-4RK or DCM-4RK connects to panel circuit connections on the
fire alarm control panel by a ribbon cable connection; an XP or M300CJ control module connects to any
control panel with an SLC loop and gets its instructions via CBE programming.

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Design Considerations Driving Speaker Circuits

The module is fed an amplified audio signal from an audio amplifier. When a circuit is activated,
this audio power is switched to a speaker zone just as notification appliance power would be
connected to a Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC).

Speaker Circuits Speaker Circuits

Up to eight per Numbers depend on FACP
VCM-4RK/VCE-4 combination (supervised and power-limited)
(supervised and power-limited)

Ribbon Cable SLC loop

Compatible Speaker Speaker VCM-4RK Compatible Compatible

Control Panel CIR CUIT 1

Speaker
CIRCUIT 5

Speaker
Voice Control Panel or Control
(e.g. IFC-640) CIR CUIT 2

Speaker
CIRCUIT 6

Speaker
Control Intelligent Module
CIR CUIT 3 CIRCUIT 7
Module Annunciator (e.g. M300CJ)
Speaker Speaker

CIR CUIT 4 CIRCUIT 8

P1 P1
P2 P2

DRVSPKCIRRK.CDR
P3 P8 P3 P8

P4 P5 P6 P7 P4 P5 P6 P7
R9 R8 R9 R8

AA-30, AA-100
or AA-120

Figure 2.3 Amplifying Speaker Circuits

2.3.1 Speaker Circuit Power Limitations

The total power available from any group of speaker circuits cannot exceed the limitations of the
audio amplifiers feeding that group. The maximum load connected to any one speaker circuit
cannot exceed 30 watts. See Section 8 “ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer” for instructions on
using this step-down transformer to take the high level output of one audio amplifier to the low-
level input of another audio amp.

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 Section 3 Installation Overview
The remaining sections of this manual contain instructions for installing and wiring the components that
can make up a Voice Alarm System. Configuration instructions vary depending on the FACP controlling
the system; those panel-specific instructions are provided in the appendix section of this manual.
Note: The Voice Alarm System can be programmed with CBE logic equations to react to devices on an
SLC loop. SLC loop devices should be connected and programmed according to instructions in the
documentation for the appropriate control panel.
Table 3.1 summarizes the topics covered:

Section Covers the following topics

Section 3 “Installation Overview” Installation Checklist

Internal Power Distribution
EIA-485 Connections
Finishing the Installation

Section 4 “Audio Message Generator Mounting

(AMG-1/AMG-E)” Connections
Configuring
Tone/Messages Selections
Voice Message Options (VROM and VRAM)
Wiring an Audio Signal w/out a Backup Amplifier
Wiring an Audio Using a Backup Amplifier
CPU Trouble Bus Connections

Section 5 “Installing a Fire Fighters Overview

Telephone” Mounting
Connecting

Section 6 “Audio Amplifiers” Installing an AA-30

Installing an AA-100 or AA-120
Installing a Backup Amplifier

Section 7 “Controlling Speaker and SLC Loop Devices

Telephone Circuits” XP5-C Modules
XP Transponders
Voice Control and Dual Channel Modules

Section 8 “ACT-1 Audio Coupling Overview

Transformer” Isolating Power Supplies
Installation

Appendix A “IFC-640: Configuring Voice Panel-specific information

Systems”

Appendix B “IFC-3030 and JNCA: Panel-specific information

Configuring Voice Systems”

Table 3.1 Voice System Topics

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Installation Overview Installation Checklist

3.1 Installation Checklist

3.1.1 Before Installing Voice Alarm System
Prior to installing any components of the Voice Alarm System, be sure that these steps have been
done according to your control panel’s installation manual:
1. Mount the system cabinet. (If your control panel requires more than one cabinet, mount them
adjacent to each other and install all interconnecting wiring in conduit.)
2. Select locations for and mount all required system chassis, including the CHS-4L chassis
supplied with the Voice Alarm System. Refer to your control panel’s installation documents to
select placement of the chassis.
3. Mount the control panel circuit board.
4. Mount the Main System Power Supply and Auxiliary Power Supply (if required).
5. Draw all field wiring through the cabinet knockouts.
Except as noted, refer to your system installation manual for instructions on accomplishing these
requirements.

CAUTION: Make certain to install the components in the sequence listed below. Failure to do so
! can damage the Voice System, Control Panel and other system components.
Below is an installation checklist for installing, wiring, and testing the Voice Alarm System. It
contains references to installation information not included in this manual.

Seq Task Refer to

1 Install VROM /VRAM chips in AMG-1 Section 4.7.1 “Installation”

if needed.

2 Install the Audio Message Generator Section 4 “Audio Message Generator (AMG-1/
AMG-E)”

3 Install the Fire Fighters Telephone, Section 5 “Installing a Fire Fighters Telephone”
FFT-7 or FFT-7S

4 Install the AA-30 Audio Amplifier Section 6 “Audio Amplifiers”

5 Install the AA-100 or AA-120 Audio Section 6.3 “AA-100/AA-120 Installation and
Amplifier Operation”

6 Install output control devices Section 7 “Controlling Speaker and Telephone

Circuits”

7 Program the Control Panel Refer to specific appendix for your system, and to
your system’s manual.

8 Configure the Audio Message Refer to specific appendix for your system, and to
Generator your system’s manual.

9 Select Tone/Voice Message Options Section 4.7.2 “Selecting Tones & Voice Messages”

10 Configure the Fire Fighters Telephone Section 5.5 “Set Operating Mode”

11 Adjust Audio Gain Level Section 6.4 “Adjusting the Audio Gain Level”

12 Install Dress Panels Section 3.4 “Finishing the Installation”

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 Internal Power Distribution Installation Overview

3.2 Internal Power Distribution

Typical wiring for distributing power within a voice system:

+24 VDC power (supervised,

power-limited, non-resettable)
from compatible FACP,
intelligent annunciator or
UL/ULC-listed power supply Cable 75099 (included
with FFT-7 and FFT-7S)

VOICE-POWERDIST.CDR
Power Cable to P2 P2
main power supply 2 1 AUDIO AMG

(PN 75100;
with IFC-3030, use FFT-7 or FFT-7S
P1
P/N 75595)
AMG-1 or AMG-E
Note: P1 and P2 on the AMG-1 and the FFT-7 and FFT-7S are interchangeable.

Powering Two or More

AMG-1/AMG-E Modules:
P2 P2 P2
Control Panel or AMG-E
P1 AMG-1 P1 FFT-7
Power Supply

Figure 3.1 System Configuration – Internal Power Distribution

3.3 EIA-485 Connections

Typical wiring of EIA-485 connections between the control panel, AMG-1, and annunciators is
shown in Figure 3.2.

EIA-485 ACS
connection
Remotely mounted serial annunciators (shown
with ACM-16AT and ACM-32A; see your control
panel manual for compatible ACS devices)
Compatible FACP or
Intelligent Annunciator

P2 P2
Voice-EIA-485-AMG.cdr

1 – 1 –
2 – 2 –
3 + 3 +
4 + 4 +

P3
2 1

J7

Note: 120 ohm End-of-Line

Resistors required on the
AMG-1/AMG-E*
last EIA-485 device.
*See appendix section of this manual for
panel-specific addressing requirements.
Note: Use 18 AWG to 12 AWG twisted-pair cable for EIA-485 connections.

Figure 3.2 Typical EIA-485 Connections

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Installation Overview Finishing the Installation

3.4 Finishing the Installation

3.4.1 Mounting the Dress Panel Single Well
The DPSW-1B is used when an AMG-1 is mounted on the left side of a CHS-4L chassis.
Using the hardware provided, attach the blank cover plates to the panel.
The hinged side of the panel is secured to the side of the cabinet with two (2) screws. The other end
of the panel is secured with a quarter-turn fastener. This allows the panel to be opened for servicing.
If an AA-30 amplifier is mounted next to the AMG-1 and a module is mounted at the outside
position of the dress panel, an Insulating Pad needs to be installed on the back of the module. See
the Insulating Pad Product Installation Drawing for further details and installation instructions.

3.4.2 Mounting the Dress Panel Double Well

The DPDW-1B is used when an AMG-1 and a FFT-7 are installed together on the same chassis.
Secure the panel to the cabinet with the attached two (2) quarter-turn fasteners.

3.4.3 Blank Dress Panel - DP-1B

If covering an AA-100 or AA-120 Audio Amplifier, secure the panel to the cabinet with the
attached two (2) quarter-turn fasteners.

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 Section 4 Audio Message Generator (AMG-1/AMG-E)
4.1 Overview
The Audio Message Generator (AMG-1) is the heart of the Voice Alarm System. This unit provides up
to four digitally recorded voice messages, each of which may be up to 24 seconds long. A built-in
microphone allows paging through speaker circuits. If employed with an optional Fire Fighters
Telephone (FFT-7), the AMG-1 provides system paging capability from telephones installed throughout
the installation. Additionally, the AMG-1 produces a variety of tones such as, slow whoop, yelp, wail,
hi/lo, Boston Code, and steady tone. (For a complete list, refer to this manual’s appendix for the FACP
or intelligent annunciator the AMG-1 is being connected to.)
Note: The AMG-E (expander) is an AMG-1 without a microphone.
You can use the AMG-1 to produce any one of its tones or messages selected via EIA-485 by the control
panel. There is one low-level audio output channel on each AMG-1; for dual-channel systems, an
additional AMG-1 or AMG-E must be installed.

4.2 Voice Messages

Various prerecorded voice messages are available from the factory. One or two factory-programmed
messages can be installed in the AMG-1. For a listing of the various factory messages, refer to the
VROM Series Voice Messages document.
See Section 4.7 “Voice Message Options (VROM and VRAM)” for instructions about installing chips
and configuring the AMG-1 for use with particular chips.
With the optional VRAM-1 memory chips installed, up to two user-defined messages may be
programmed into the AMG-1 (one per each VRAM-1). Each message can be up to 24 seconds in length,
and can be produced at the AMG-1 through the built-in microphone or downloaded into the AMG-1
through a standard audio cassette recorder (see Section “Custom Messages (VRAM Installed)”).

4.3 Mounting an AMG-1 or AMG-E

To mount an AMG-1/-E module into a
CHS-4L chassis, using hardware provided
with the module:

Amg-chs.cdr
1. Place a standoff on the first and fourth
studs from the top left corner of the
CHS-4L chassis (see Figure 4.1).
Tighten securely.
2. Angle the bottom edge of the module
1st & 4th Stud
into the bottom slot of the chassis and
position it against standoffs (see Figure
4.2).
Figure 4.1 Attaching Standoff to Chassis
3. Secure the module to the two standoffs
on the chassis with the captive screws
(see Figure 4.2). Tighten securely.

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Audio Message Generator (AMG-1/AMG-E) Connecting an AMG-1 or AMG-E

Captive screw

Amg1chs4.cdr
AMG1CHS4.

Figure 4.2 Installing AMG-1/-E

4.4 Connecting an AMG-1 or AMG-E

The figure below shows the AMG-1 and its terminal connections:

Trouble Input - P9 P8 - Trouble Output

AMG-E Interconnect - P10 P7 - No Connection
Cascade Connection - P11 P6 - Control Harness
ACS-485 Connections - P3 P5 - Audio Signal (Amplifiers in
Power Harness Out - P2 same cabinet)

P4 - Audio Signal
(Four-wire output &
P1 - Power
return to amplifiers in
Harness In
remote cabinets)

Dip Switch SW2

AMG-1.cdr

Figure 4.3 AMG-1 Terminals

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 Connecting an AMG-1 or AMG-E Audio Message Generator (AMG-1/AMG-E)

Table 4.1 contains a description of the AMG-1’s terminal connections, as well as cable part
numbers and connections of the AMG-1 terminals. For terminal block designations in specific
control panels, refer to this manual’s appendix section.

Term
Cable Conn Opposite End Connection Description

Power Harness In P1 To the Main Power Supply Provides power for the AMG-1 from the
PN 75100; with IFC- Main Power Supply.
3030, use P/N 75595
Power Harness Out P2 Connect to another unit in a power Provides power to another unit in a
PN 75099 supply chain power supply chain.
EIA-485 P3 To the ACS Port on the Control Panel Lets the control panel communicate
ACS Connection with the AMG-1.
Audio Signal (External) P4 To a remote Audio Amplifiers as shown Provides connections for low-level
in Figure 4.4 audio signal from the AMG-1 to Audio
Amplifiers in remote cabinets.
Audio Signal (Internal) P5 To Audio Amplifiers in the same cabinet Provides connections for low-level
PN 75110 audio signal from the AMG-1 to Audio
Amplifiers in the same cabinet.
Control Harness P6 To the P4 on a Fire Fighters Telephone Connect to P4 on a Fire Fighters
PN 75097 (FFT-7) or to cable from the Audio Telephone (FFT-7) or cable from the
Voice Link (AVL-1). Audio Voice Link (AVL-1).
Trouble Output P8 To the Interconnect (P10) terminal on Transmit trouble signals to another
PN 71033 another AMG-1 or AMG-E system device. Normally open trouble
contacts.
Trouble Input P9 To the Trouble Input of the other device Receive trouble signals from another
PN 75098 in the system or to Aux Trouble Input on device in the system. Normally open
the Main Power Supply trouble contacts.
AMG-E Interconnect P10 To the Trouble Output (P8) terminal on Connection from the Trouble Output
PN 75136 another AMG-1 or AMG-E contacts on another AMG-1 or AMG-E.
A closure signals the AMG-1 that the
connected device is in trouble.
Cascade Connection P11 Connects to P11 on additional AMG-1s Connecting multiple units together to
(if employed). produce a multi-channel audio system

Table 4.1 AMG-1 Terminal Connections

The figure below shows typical wiring for an AMG-1 configured for four-wire operation.

WARNING: Follow polarity very carefully to ensure voice signal functions. If polarity is reversed,
! no speakers will be driven and no trouble will show at the panel.

Shield

Four-wire
Audio audio return
Output Shield Shield

+ - + - + - + - + - + -
Amg1aa30.cdr

P4 P3 P3
AMG-1 First AA-30 Last AA-30
(System or Backup Amp) (Install R-470 (470 ohm) impedance
matching resistor on terminals 4 and 5)

Figure 4.4 Typical Wiring for an AMG-1 Four-Wire Configuration

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Multi-Channel Audio
Multiple AMG-1’s and AMG-E’s may be connected together to produce up to an eight-channel
audio source. Such connection requires:
1. All AMG-1/E’s must be mounted in a single cabinet or in two cabinets next to each other, with
wiring run in conduit between the cabinets.
2. All AMG-1/E’s are either powered from the same power supply or from power supplies
connected to the same common (battery negative).
3. The AMG-1/E’s must be connected to each other via either P11 terminal block or P10
connector. These connections pass ALL-CALL PAGE from the microphone on one AMG-1 to
the channels originating from the other AMG-1/E’s. Figure 4.5 shows the available options for
wiring multi-channel installations.

Two AMG-1/E’s (Option 1) Two AMG-1/E’s (Option 2)

P10 P10 P11 P11

21 21
AMG-1 AMG-1/E AMG-1 AMG-1/E

Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 1 Channel 2

One AMG-1 with up to 7 AMG-E’s

Cascade Out Cascade Out
Cascade In Cascade In

P11 P11 P11

21 21 21
AMG-1 AMG-1/E AMG-1/E

Channel 1 Channel 2 Up to Channel 8

Combination of AMG-1’s with AMG-E’s: In this configuration, any

microphone on any AMG-1 can be used for ALL-CALL paging.

Cascade In Cascade Out

Cascade Out Cascade In Cascade Out Cascade In

P11 P11 P11

21 21 21
AMG-1/E AMG-1/E AMG-1/E

Channel 1 Channel 2 Up to Channel 8

Note: See preceding text for multi-audio wiring requirements.

Figure 4.5 Options for Multi-channel Installation

The multi-channel audio risers originating from AMG-1/E’s are routed to remotely located
transponders for channel switching and amplification. Switching is done by either an XP
transponder with combination of XPC-8 and XPR-8 cards, or by M300CJ modules. Audio
amplification is provided by AA-30, AA-100, or AA-120 amplifiers.
Figure 4.6 shows an alternative solution for a three-channel installation, using the XPIQ quad audio
transponder to provide multi-channel audio with less extensive module wiring. The SLC-controlled
XPIQ combines switching, amplification, supervision, multi-option backup, backup tone

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generation, and telephone zone circuits, and notification appliance circuits. XPIQ installation is
covered separately in the XPIQ Manual.

Telephone
Firefighter
Evacuate
Page

Alert
SLC
Third Floor

Speaker Zone 1 XPIQ-AA

Speaker Zone 2 XPIQ-AA
Speaker Zone 3 XPIQ-AA
XPIQ-AA (Backup)
FFT Zone 1
FFT Zone 2
FFT Zone 3
FFT Zone 4 XPIQ
Risers

Second Floor

Speaker Zone 1 XPIQ-AA SLC

Speaker Zone 2 XPIQ-AA Page (AMG-1/E)
Speaker Zone 3 XPIQ-AA
Evacuate (AMG-1/E)
XPIQ-AA (Backup)
FFT Zone 1 Alert (AMG-1/E)
FFT Zone 2
Firefighter Telephone

XPIQblok.cdr
FFT Zone 3
FFT Zone 4 XPIQ FACP

First Floor

Figure 4.6 XPIQ Distributed Audio Block Diagram

4.5 Configuring & Programming

An AMG-1 appears as an annunciator to the control panel and operates on specific addresses.
Installing an AMG-1 or an AMG-E requires programming the control panel, and setting DIP
switches (SW2).
Programming and configuration instructions vary according to which control panel the AMG-1 is
connected. Refer to your control panel’s programming manual for instructions on programming it.
Refer to the correct appendix of this manual for your control panel’s configuration information.

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4.6 Operating an Audio Message Generator

4.6.1 AMG-1 System Status Indicator LEDs
AUDIO LEVEL (green)

ALL CALL (green)

ON LINE (green)

TROUBLE (yellow)

AMG-1.cdr
Figure 4.7 AMG-1 LEDs

Descriptions of LED indicators:

LED Lights

AUDIO LEVEL When the audio level is correct.

ALL CALL Toggles on or off each time you press the ALL CALL switch.

ON LINE To show communication between the control panel and the

AMG-1 over the EIA-485 ACS communications circuit.

TROUBLE To show a trouble signal in local audio subsystem equipment

(AMG-1, AA-30/AA-100/AA-120, FFT-7/FFT-7S).

Table 4.2 Description of AMG-1 LEDs

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4.6.2 Operating Components

ALL CALL switch

LOCAL SPEAKER
VOLUME control

Microphone
switch

AMG-1.cdr
Figure 4.8 AMG-1 Operating Components

Description of components for operating the AMG-1.

Component Comments

ALL CALL switch Pressing the ALL CALL switch activates all speaker circuits (that are not
switch inhibited) or a specific programmed group of speakers. Press
again to deactivate speaker circuits. For dual-channel applications,
press either ALL CALL switch.
Note: If an alarm is present when ALL CALL is activated, speaker circuits
that have been programmed to activate during an alarm condition will
remain activated until manually turned off or until the system is reset.

LOCAL SPEAKER Adjusts volume of the speaker located on the AMG-1. It will not affect
VOLUME control the volume of the speakers installed throughout the building.

Microphone Press to activate microphone; release to deactivate.

switch

Table 4.3 AMG-1 Operating Component Descriptions

4.6.3 Paging Instructions

1. Press the ALL CALL switch on the AMG or the switch(es) on the annunciator or voice alarm
control module that has been programmed to control this function.
2. Press the microphone switch and begin talking into the microphone. Talk loudly enough to
cause the AUDIO LEVEL LED to light.
Note: If the AUDIO LEVEL LED remains off for 30 seconds a system trouble can result.
3. Release microphone switch and press ALL CALL switch or the programmed switch(es) to
terminate page.

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4.7 Voice Message Options (VROM and VRAM)

You can install two types of message chips into an AMG-1:
VROM – A nonvolatile memory chip containing a factory-programmed evacuation message (up to
24 seconds). You can install one or two VROMs into an AMG-1. Refer to VROM Series Voice
Messages document (PN 15945) for a summary of available messages.
VRAM – A programmable memory chip (VRAM-1) that contains a user-created evacuation
message up to 24 seconds long. Create a message from the AMG-1 microphone or a cassette
recorder (must have an output labeled “line level 600 Ohms”). The AMG-1 supports one or two
VRAMs into an AMG-1.

4.7.1 Installation
To install the VROM and
VRAM chips, follow the P2 2 1
AMG-2 FFT-7

steps below and refer to P3 P11 P10 P9 P8 P7 P6 P5 P4

Figure 4.9 for locations.

WARNING: Remove AC P1
J7

! power at the main service LED Status Indicators J1 - Low-

circuit breaker (not the level input
circuit breaker on the main ALL CALL connection
power supply). Switch

WARNING: Wear a static

! discharge strap on wrist to V12 V13 V14 V15
prevent equipment damage.
Microphone
1. Remove battery Connector

Amg1bord.cdr
power, then remove V4

AC power from the Main CPU

Control Panel.
Voice Message 4
2. Remove the four (VRAM B) User-
screws that hold the Voice Message 1 (VROM A) Programmed RAM
Factory Programmed EPROM
AMG-1 dress panel
Voice Message 3
to the component Voice Message 2 (VROM B) (VRAM A) User-
board. Remove the Factory Programmed EPROM Programmed RAM
dress panel and
disconnect the Figure 4.9 AMG-1 Circuit Board
microphone
connector.
3. Install the VROM or VRAM chips in the positions as shown below.
4. To reassemble the AMG-1, reverse these instructions.

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4.7.2 Selecting Tones & Voice Messages

Tone selection programming is accomplished
System controller
by the DIP switch settings on the AMG-1/
AMG-E. However, the function of the DIP
switches is determined by the type of
EIA-485 ACS circuit
equipment the AMG-1/AMG-E is connected
to. Multi-address mode controllers such as
the IFC-3030 and the JNCA control the Control Annunciator AMG-1/AMG-E
AMG-1/E by distinctly different method than (ACM-24AT, ACM-16AT) at address 32
that used by single-address mode control at address 01 (and sequentially lower)
panels such as IFC-640. For specific settings
for the AMG-1/E when used with your FACP
or intelligent annunciator, refer to this
manual’s appendix and to your FACP manual.
Low-level output
Multi-Address Mode Systems (tones or voice)

The AMG-1/E is set to address 32, (in the

Figure 4.10 Configuration for
case of multiple AMG units other high
Multi-Address Mode Systems
addresses will be used in descending order.)
Up to four annunciator points will be programmed for the ACM annunciator set at address one. The
AMG-1/E will initiate output tones or voice selections based on the condition of four dedicated
annunciator points and the programming of the DIP switch on the AMG-1/E.

Single-Address Mode Systems

FACP
AMG monitors annunciator address 1 (Group
1 for IFC-400, Group A for IFC-640). Output
tones are determined by: EIA-485
ACS circuit
1. Alarm condition
2. NAC 1 condition
AMG-1/AMG-E
3. Combined Alarm and NAC 1 condition at address 01

4.7.3 Tone/Message
Generation
Operation of the various tones and messages Low-level output
available in a voice alarm application (tones or voice)
depends on the type and number of VROM
chips installed and the function groups Figure 4.11 Configuration for Single-
selected by DIP switch settings on the AMG- address Mode Systems
1. Select function groups by setting DIP
switch positions 6, 7 and 8 on the AMG-1 as shown in Appendix A.3 “Configuring Tone/
Messages” or Appendix B.4 “Configuring Tone/Messages”.
Note: Configuration/programming information can vary according to control panel; refer to
appendix section of this manual.

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Factory Messages (VROM installed)

You can use VROM chips, if installed as shown in Figure 4.9, to select a factory-programmed
message. For example, VROM-101 provides the following message in a male voice:
“MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE! MAY I HAVE YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE! THERE HAS BEEN
A FIRE REPORTED ON YOUR FLOOR. THERE HAS BEEN A FIRE REPORTED ON YOUR FLOOR. PLEASE
PROCEED TO THE STAIRWAYS AND EXIT THE BUILDING. DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS.”

Note: If a digitally-stored voice message fails, the AMG-1 will automatically switch to the primary
evacuation tone, and will generate a trouble condition.

Custom Messages (VRAM Installed)

Custom messages can be recorded by the user, either through
the microphone on the AMG-1 or by downloading the
message from a standard audio cassette recorder. Use a
cassette recorder with audio output labeled “line level 600

FF O
O 1
F
F
Ohm” and connect it to the J1 Low-level input connector on

2
the AMG-1 (Figure 4.9). DIP switch positions 4 and 5 are

3
VRAM Enable A
used for this purpose.

4
(VRAM “A” installed)

5
VRAM Enable B
To record a custom message:

6
(VRAM “B” installed)

DIPsw.cdr
7
1. Set the respective VRAM Record switch to the “ON”

8
position.
2. Press the push-to-talk switch on the microphone to record or download the message, up to 24
seconds. Release the switch to stop recording.
3. Set the respective VRAM Record switch to the “OFF” position.

CAUTION: Messages over 24 seconds will not be fully recorded.

!
Note: On-board EPROM is non-volatile and persistent in case of memory loss. If for some reason a
digitally-stored voice message fails, the AMG-1 will automatically switch to the primary
evacuation tone, and will generate a trouble condition.

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 Section 5 Installing a Fire Fighters Telephone
5.1 Overview
There are two models of Fire Fighters Telephone available: the FFT-7 and FFT-7S. Both modules mount
on a CHS-4L chassis using standoffs provided in the module installation kit. The module can be
mounted in the standard location next to an AMG-1/-E, or in the center of the dress panel.
The FFT-7 Fire Fighters Telephone Provides the Voice Alarm System with firefighter's telephone
capability. Up to seven telephones may conduct a simultaneous conversation. If using an FFT-7, note
the following:
• Use with an Audio Message Generator (AMG-1).
• Mounting is on the right side of a CHS-4L chassis. A double well dress panel (DPDW-1B)
surrounds the AMG-1/FFT-7 assembly.
The FFT-7S Fire Fighters Telephone Provided with the JTCC-1B basic equipment package and
operates like the FFT-7, but without paging capabilities. The unit mounts in the middle of a CHS-4L
chassis. Two special dress panels (TBP-1B) mount on either side.

5.2 Mounting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S: Standard Position

Standard instructions for mounting an
FFT-7 or FFT-7S into a CHS-4L chassis
are found below:
1. Place a standoff on the fifth and
eighth studs from the top left corner
5th & 8th
of the CHS-4L chassis. Tighten
Stud
securely. (Figure 5.1)
2. Angle the bottom edge of the
4th & 5th
module into the bottom slot of the

Fft-chs.cdr
Stud
chassis and position it against
standoffs. (Figure 5.2)
3. Secure the module to the two Figure 5.1 Installing Standoffs for an FFT-7/FFT-7S
standoffs on the chassis with the
captive screws. Tighten securely.
(Figure 5.2)

Captive screw
Fft7chs4.cdr

Figure 5.2 Mounting the FFT-7 or FFT-7S to a CHS-4L

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5.3 Mounting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S: Center Position

When mounting an FFT-7S into a CHS-4L chassis follow procedure below:
1. Place a standoff on all studs except the two in the middle (# 4 & 5). Tighten securely.
2. Angle the bottom edge of the unit into the bottom center slots of the chassis and position it
against standoffs. See Figure 5.3 below.
3. Secure the module to the two standoffs (#3 & 6) on the chassis with the captive screws.
Tighten securely.
4. Mount a TBP-1B Dress Panel on each side of the module, securing them to standoffs with
screws provided. See Figure 5.3 below. Tighten securely.

TBP-1B Dress Panels

AUDIO AMG

PAGE M ODE ON LINE

PAG E

PHONE LINE
TROUBLE TR OUB LE

Fft7-Tbp1.cdr
Figure 5.3 FFT-7S with Dress Panels

5.4 Connecting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S

The figure below shows FFT-7 or FFT-7S terminals for connections to other devices in the system:

Telephone Signal Loop - P3

Shield
Telephone output Telephone return for four-wire loop
(-) (+)
(+) (-)
Control Harness - P4 P2 - Power IN
No Connection - P5 P1 - Power OUT
AUDIO AMG

PAGE MODE ON LINE

SW1 Cover FIRE PAG E

FIGHTERS PHONE
TROUBLE
L INE
T ROUB L E
TELEPHONE
FFT-7.cdr

Figure 5.4 FFT-7 and FFT-7S Terminals

See Table 5.1 for instructions to connect an FFT-7 or FFT-7S to a FACP/intelligent annunciator. For
terminal blocks on the FACP/intelligent annunciator end of the circuit, refer to the relevant
appendix at the end of this manual or to your FACP’s installation manual.

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Terminal # Use for

Power harness-Out (75099) P1 Connecting a harness to another device in the chain.

Power harness-In (75099) P2 Supplying power to the FFT-7 or FFT-7S from the
main power supply for your control panel or intelligent
annunciator (+24V non-resettable).

Telephone signal loop P3 Making connections to a telephone circuit. P3 pin

assignments are:
Pin Connection Instructions
1 No connection
2 Style Z return (–) Connect to J6 on last
3 Style Z return (+) VCM-4RK on circuit.
4 Shield n/a
5 Telephone output (–) Connect to J5 on first
6 Telephone output (+) VCM-4RK.
7 No connection
8 No connection

Note: Alternatively the telephone circuit from the

FFT-7 can be connected to SLC control devices such
as M300CJ, including those which are mapped to
annunciator points (see Section 7).

Control Harness (75097) P4 Connecting to terminal P6 on the AMG-1/AMG-E.

Trouble Bus P4 Connect from power supply.

FFT-7S only

Table 5.1 Connecting an FFT-7 or FFT-7S to Control Devices

5.5 Set Operating Mode

The SW1 selector switch allows the control panel to be set for two-wire or four-wire operation.
Set as follows (see Figure 5.4 for location):
1. Remove the switch cover.
2. For four-wire operation, set SW1 in the down position.
3. For two-wire operation, set SW1 in the up position and terminate the circuit with a UL-listed
27K resistor. Note: This resistor should be located on the device at the end of the circuit in the
location indicated in that device’s installation materials.

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5.6 Operating a Fire Fighters Telephone

5.6.1 FFT-7 and FFT-7S System Status Indicator LEDs:
AUDIO AMG

PAGE MODE
PAGE MODE ON LINE ON LINE
FIRE PA G E

FIGHTERS P HONE L I NE LINE TROUBLE

TROUBLE T ROU BL E
TELEPHONE
PHONE TROUBLE

FFT-7.cdr
Figure 5.5 FFT-7 and FFT-7S LEDs

Descriptions of LED indicators:

LED Lights

PAGE MODE Toggles on or off when you press the PAGE button; initiates an
ALL CALL through its connection to the AMG-1.

ON LINE Continuously to indicate the unit is on-line, receiving power.

LINE TROUBLE To indicate a trouble exists on the line output

PHONE TROUBLE To indicate a trouble exists on the FFT-7.

Table 5.2 Description of FFT-7 and FFT-7S LEDs

5.6.2 FFT-7 and FFT-7S Operating Components

AUDIO AMG

PAGE MODE ON LINE

FIRE PAG E

FIGHTERS PHONE
TROUBLE
L I NE
TROUBLE

Handset TELEPHONE Page Button

(not on FFT-7S)
FFT-7.cdr

Figure 5.6 FFT-7 and FFT-7S Operating Controls

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Paging Operation (FFT-7 only)

To page through the FFT-7, follow these instructions:
1. Make sure the ON LINE LED is on; then, pick up the telephone handset.
2. Press and release the PAGE BUTTON (the PAGE MODE LED goes on) and speak into the
telephone handset after visual annunciation indicates all speaker circuits have been activated.
3. When finished paging, press the PAGE button (the PAGE MODE LED goes out) and hang up the
telephone handset.

Two-Way Conversation
Answering a call with a fire fighters telephone will be slightly different depending on what device
is controlling the telephone circuits.
1. Pick up the telephone handset when the control device indicates a call is waiting.
• VCM-4RK: The green LED for that telephone circuit flashes and its sounder produces a
steady tone.
• ACM-16AT or ACM-24AT configured for Speaker and Telephone Mode: The piezo sounds
and both the point-active and trouble LED for the respective telephone point will flash.
(See the ACS Series Installation Manual for detailed explanation.)
2. Press the switch associated with the LED.
• VCM-4RK: The LED will stay on.
• ACM-16AT or ACM-24AT: Piezo will be silenced; LEDs will be illuminated steadily.
3. Speak into the handset. Press and hold the “Push-to-talk” switch only while you are speaking.
4. When finished with the conversation, hang up the telephone handset.
5. To end the call, press the switch associated with the LED, which should now turn off.

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Notes

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 Section 6 Audio Amplifiers
6.1 Overview
The control panel uses three types of audio amplifiers to provide power for the Voice Alarm System.
• AA-30 - Up to 30 watts of power for driving 25 Vrms speaker circuits.
• AA-100 - Up to 100 watts of power for driving 70.7 Vrms speaker circuits.
• AA-120 - Up to 120 watts of power for driving 25 Vrms speaker circuits.
Note: Whenever AA-30, AA-100 or AA-120 are mentioned, it also refers to the AA-30E, AA-100E and
AA-120E (240 VAC version).
Audio amplifiers provide the following features:
• Built-in Supervision Each audio amplifier contains LEDs showing the type of trouble. Types of
trouble include: brownout, loss of low-level supervision tone at the input, battery failure, audio
output wiring failure (if set for four-wire output), and amplifier failure. During total loss of
primary AC power, all LEDs extinguish to conserve battery power.
• Backup You can set up an audio amplifier as a backup amplifier for multiple amplifiers. If an
amplifier fails, the signal automatically switches to the backup amplifier. When one backup
amplifier is serving multiple primary amplifiers, only one primary amplifier failure will be
supported.
• Speaker zone selection Set by Control-By-Event (CBE) or set manually using control switches
on the VCM-4RK, DCM-4RK, ACM-24AT, or ACM-16AT modules.
• Backup Tone The AA-100 and AA-120 will generate automatic backup tones if the low-level
input is lost.
Topics Covered
Audio-amplification topics covered in this section:
• Section 6.2 “AA-30 Installation and Operation”
• Section 6.3 “AA-100/AA-120 Installation and Operation”
• Section 6.4 “Adjusting the Audio Gain Level”
• Section 6.5 “Wiring Multiple Audio Amplifiers”
Section 6.5.1 “Typical Wiring: Two Primary Audio Amplifiers”
Section 6.5.2 “Typical Wiring: Primary Amplifier With Backup”

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Audio Amplifiers AA-30 Installation and Operation

6.2 AA-30 Installation and Operation

6.2.1 Installing an AA-30
The AA-30 mounts in a CHS-4L chassis, which can hold two units placed side by side. The
following steps apply to the installation of an Audio Amplifier.
1. Mount the unit(s) into the system cabinet.
2. Connect a primary (AC) and a secondary (24 VDC battery) power source to each unit.
3. Provide an external device (such as aa CHG-120) for charging the batteries.
4. Adjust the Audio Gain Level. See Section 6.4 “Adjusting the Audio Gain Level”.

Mounting an AA-30 Washer and

retaining nut
Mount an AA-30 into a CHS-4L (4 places)
chassis by following these steps
and referring to Figure 6.1:
1. Put the bottom end of the AA-
30 assembly into the slots in
the bottom of the CHS-4L

Aa30chs4.cdr
chassis. Swing the assembly
into the chassis.
2. Secure the AA-30 to the
chassis with the washers and Figure 6.1 Mounting an AA-30 into a CHS-4L
retaining nuts. Tighten Chassis
securely.

Connecting an AA-30
Figure 6.2 and Figure 6.3 show terminal connections to an AA-30. See for typical wiring of
multiple amplifiers.
• The low-level audio input and high-level audio output “P” connectors are primarily for in-
cabinet applications where the wiring to or from the AA-30 remains in the cabinet. For
multiple-cabinet applications, hard-wire the system using terminal blocks P3 and P8.
• Cut resistors R8 and R9 (Figure 6.3) when using high-level audio (25 Vrms output) in four-
wire mode.
• Some installations require an ACT-1 or ACT-2 Audio Coupling Transformer. See Section 8
“ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer” or the ACT-2 Installation Document for further
details and installation instructions.
Lower Board Connections:
Primary Power (AC)
HOT
NEUTRAL
Secondary Power (DC)
Earth Earth
Battery –––+++
AA30lobrd.cdr

P1
P2

Figure 6.2 AA-30 Lower Board Connections (nonpower-limited)

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Upper Board Connections:

Trouble
Low-level
Audio In (+) Backup In
(–) (–)
(+) (shield)
(shield)
(+) Backup Out
Low-level (–)
Audio Thru (shield)
(–) (+) High Level Out
(+) (–)
(shield) (shield)

Unused (+) High Level Return

(–) (Four wire, supervised)
(shield)
Resistors R8 & R9 Cut to enable
high-level return for 4-wire mode

P3 P8

P4 P5 P6 P7
R9 R8

AA30upbrd.cdr
High Level Audio Return (Four wire)
High Level Audio Out

Backup High Level Audio Out

Backup High Level Audio In
Trouble Out
Trouble In
Low-level Audio Thru
Low-level Audio In
Figure 6.3 AA-30 Upper Board Connections (nonpower-limited)

6.2.2 AA-30 General Operation

During complete loss of primary (AC) power, the AA-30 operates on secondary (battery) power. To
conserve secondary power, no LEDs light on the AA-30 while operating on batteries.
The amplifier does not indicate a trouble condition until 40 seconds after a fault occur.
Calibrate an AA-30 audio amplifier by installing an R-470 resistor (470 ohms, 1/2 watt) at the end
of the low-level audio circuit. If the low-level audio circuit is configured as a four-wire circuit,
install the R-470 resistor at the point furthest from the AMG-1.

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6.2.3 Circuit Board Layout

Layout of the AA-30 circuit board and identification of its operating components:
P1
P2

P3 P8

Audio Gain P4 P5 P6 P7

Rotary Switch R9 R8

AA-30.cdr
Speaker Trouble LED
Amplifier Trouble LED
Normal Level LED Battery Trouble LED
Incorrect Level LED Brownout LED

Figure 6.4 AA-30 Circuit Board

6.2.4 LED Conditions

Conditions that cause each AA-30 System Status Indicator LED to light:

LED Lights when

normal level The audio amplifier is adjusted properly and operating correctly
during normal (non-alarm) conditions.

incorrect level Low-level audio input is missing, out of range, or the audio gain
is out of adjustment.

speaker trouble An open circuit condition occurs in the four-wire, high-level

output.

amplifier trouble A loss of the low-level audio input signal, or an amplifier failure.

battery trouble The battery voltage is below a sufficient level.

brownout The AC power source is below a sufficient level. During a

complete loss of AC power, no LEDs will light on the AA-30.

Table 6.1 AA-30 LEDs

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6.3 AA-100/AA-120 Installation and Operation

6.3.1 Installing an AA-100 or AA-120
The AA-100 or AA-120 mounts directly to the cabinet backbox. The following steps apply to the
installation of an Audio Amplifier:
1. Mount the unit into the system cabinet.
2. Connect primary (AC) and secondary (24 VDC battery) power source to the unit.
3. Provide an external device (such as a CHG-120) for charging the batteries.
4. Adjust the Audio Gain Level. See Page 50.
5. Select a Backup Tone. See Page 50.

Mounting an AA-100 or AA-120

Mount an AA-100 or AA-120 directly to the backbox by following these steps and referring to the
figure below:
1. Mount the AA-100 or AA-120 onto the PEM studs on the cabinet backbox (in the same way as
the CHS-4 and CHS-4L chassis) as shown below.
2. Install the two #8 nuts and lockwashers (Figure 6.5) onto the PEM studs and tighten until
secure.

AA120mount.cdr

AA-100/-120

Figure 6.5 Mounting an AA-100 or AA-120

Connecting an AA-100 or AA-120

Figure 6.6 and Figure 6.7 show terminal connections to a AA-100/AA-120.
• Low-level audio input and high-level audio output “P” connectors are primarily for in-
cabinet applications where the wiring to or from the amplifier remains in the cabinet. For
multiple-cabinet applications hard-wire the system using terminal blocks P3 & P8. When
more than one cabinet is required, cabinets must be mounted adjacent to each other and all
interconnecting wiring must be installed in conduit.
• To enable four-wire supervision, cut resistor R100 as shown in Figure 6.8.
Note: In the AA-120, this option is only required when output wiring leaves the cabinet.
• If the amplifier is being used in stand-alone mode (no connection to AMG-1/-E) where the
backup high/low or slow whoop tone generator is being used, resistor R107 (see Figure 6.8)

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must be cut to prevent the amplifier from generating a trouble condition. The amplifier will
indicate trouble within 90 seconds.
• Some installations require an ACT-1 or ACT-2 Audio Coupling Transformer. See Section 8
“ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer” or the ACT-2 Installation Document for further
details and installation instructions.
Lower Board Connections:
Secondary (DC) Power Primary (AC) Power
Battery Earth Hot Neutral Earth
– – + +

AA120lobrd.cdr
P1 P2

Figure 6.6 AA-100/AA-120 Lower Board Connections

Upper Board Connections:

Low-level (–) High Level Audio(shield)

Audio In (+) Return (Four-wire, (–)
(shield) supervised) (+)

Low-level (–) High Level (shield)

Audio Thru (+) Audio Out (–)
(shield) 25 Vrms (AA-120) (+)

Common
High Level (–)
Trouble Audio Out (+)
70.7 Vrms
(AA-100, see note)

Earth

AA120upbrd.cdr
P3 P7 P8

P10 P9 P2 P1 P4 P5 P6

Trouble In
Trouble Out
Low-level Audio In
Low-level Audio Thru

Backup High Level In

Backup High Level Out

High Level Audio Out

Note if using 70.7 Vrms speakers: Due to higher power dissipation at the 70.7 volt audio level, the 2 watt, 4.7K
end of line resistors supplied with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier must be used in place of the resistors supplied with
the VCM-4RK Voice Control Module, the VCE-4 Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must use Style Y (Class B) wiring.

Figure 6.7 AA-100 and AA-120 Upper Board Connections

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6.3.2 AA-100/AA-120 General Operation

During complete loss of primary (AC) power, the AA-100/AA-120 operates on secondary (battery)
power. To conserve secondary power, no LEDs light on the AA-100 or AA-120 while operating on
batteries.
The amplifier does not indicate a trouble condition until 40 seconds after a fault occurs.
Calibrate an AA-100 or AA-120 amplifier by installing an R-470 resistor (470 ohms, 1/2 watt) at
the end of the low-level audio circuit. If the low-level audio circuit is configured as four-wire
circuit, install the R-470 resistor at the point furthest from the AMG-1.

6.3.3 AA-100/AA-120 Circuit Board Layout

Layout of the AA-100/AA-120 circuit board and identification of its operating components:

P1 P2

P8
P3 P7

P4 P5

J2 P6

J1
SW1 - Backup tone switch

AA-120.cdr
SW2

R107

R100

Normal Level LED Battery Trouble LED

Incorrect Level LED Brownout LED
Speaker Trouble LED
Audio Gain Rotary Switch Input Trouble LED
Amplifier Trouble LED
R107 - Resistor (cut for
stand-alone mode)
R100 - Resistor (cut for
four-wire supervision)

Figure 6.8 AA-100/AA-120 Circuit Board

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6.3.4 AA-100/AA-120 LED Conditions

Conditions that cause each AA-100/AA-120 System Status Indicator LED to light:

LED Lights when

normal level The audio amplifier is adjusted properly and operating

correctly during normal (non-alarm) conditions.

incorrect level The audio amplifier is not sensing low-level audio, or the gain
is not adjusted properly.

battery trouble The battery voltage is below a sufficient level.

brownout The AC power source is below a sufficient level. During a

complete loss of AC power, no LEDs will light on the AA-100/
AA-120.

speaker trouble An open circuit condition occurs in the four-wire, high-level

output.

input trouble A loss of the low-level audio input signal, or an amplifier

failure.

amplifier trouble A loss of the low-level audio input signal, or an amplifier

failure.

Table 6.2 AA-100/AA-120 LEDs

6.3.5 Selecting the Backup Tone on AA-100/AA-120

The AA-100 and AA-120 Audio Amplifiers automatically produce a backup tone when the low-
level audio input is lost. You can select the backup tone by following these steps.
1. Locate SW1 in the lower right-hand corner of the AA-100 or AA-120 (Figure 6.8).
2. Set SW1 to Hi/Lo or Slow Whoop as the default backup tone as shown below.

Hi/Lo Slow Whoop

Figure 6.9 SW1 Backup Tone Switch

6.4 Adjusting the Audio Gain Level

An audio amplifier contains a multi-position rotary switch that lets you adjust the gain of the audio
output signal. This adjustment compensates for audio line losses. After correct adjustment, an audio
amplifier can produce its maximum rated output power of 25 Vrms (AA-30, AA-120) or 70.7 Vrms
(AA-100).
When finished installing all amplifiers and associated circuitry, adjust the audio gain as follows:
1. Install a resistor assembly R-470 (470 ohm, 1/2 watt) on P3 terminals 4 and 5 of the last
directly connected device on the low-level audio riser.
Note: 70.7 Vrms speakers require the 2 watt, 4.7K end-of-line resistors (P⁄ N 90224) supplied
with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the resistors supplied with the VCM-4RK Voice
Control Module, the VCE-4 Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel
Module. Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y (Class B).

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2. Locate the Audio Gain Rotary Switch on the AA-30 (Figure 6.4) or the AA-100 and AA-120
(Figure 6.8).
3. Use a small common screwdriver to turn the Audio Gain Rotary Switch until the Normal Level
LED and Incorrect Level LED are properly adjusted as shown in Table 6.3.

Normal Incorrect
Audio Level Level LED Level LED

Properly Adjusted ON OFF

Adjusted too Low OFF ON

Adjusted too high ON ON

Table 6.3 Adjusting the Audio Level

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6.5 Wiring Multiple Audio Amplifiers

6.5.1 Typical Wiring: Two Primary Audio Amplifiers
Figure 6.10 shows the use of two AA-30s without backup and Table 6.4 lists the wiring
components used.
• The first two speaker circuits share 30 watts from one AA-30; the third and fourth speaker
circuits share 30 watts from the other AA-30.
• Mount an R-470 resistor across P3 terminals 4 and 5 on the last amplifier.
• For four-wire operation:
1.) If using FFT-7: set SW1 on the FFT-7 for four-wire operation (down position). For
location, see Figure 5.4 in Section 5.
2) If using high-level audio (25 Vrms output) in four-wire mode: Cut resistors R8 and R9 on
AA-30 (Figure 6.3).
• This wiring diagram applies to AA-30, AA-100 and AA-120 audio amplifiers. Connections
to plugs P1, P2, P4, P5, P6, P9, and P10 are identical.

Item Supplied with Part Number

Low-level Audio cable AA-30, AA-100, and AA-120 75110

Telephone cable JVTCC-1B package 75121

25-volt Audio cable AA-30, AA-100, and AA-120 75109

Cable FFT-7 and FFT-7S 75097

470 ohm resistor AMG-1 and AMG-E R-470

Table 6.4 Wiring Inventory

Typical wiring of two primary AA-30 audio amplifiers without using a backup amplifier:

Unamplified AMG-1
output tone or voice To Speaker Circuit
message Control Modules To Speaker Circuit
(e.g. VCM-4RK, Control Modules Optional
M300CJ) Optional (e.g. VCM-4RK,
4-Wire 4-Wire
Cable M300CJ) Supervised
75110 Cable Supervised Cable
Return Return
75109 75109
P6
P5 R-470 resistor
VOICE-AUDSIG-NOBA.CDR

8 76 54 3 21

Cable
P2 P1 P6
75110 P2 P6

AMG-1 or AMG-E Primary AA-30 Primary AA-30

Note: Cables must enter from top of the plug.

Figure 6.10 Wiring Two AA-30’s Without a Backup Amplifier

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Typical wiring of two primary AA-120 audio amplifiers without using a backup amplifier:
Unamplified AMG-1
output tone or voice
message 25V High-level Output 25V High-level Output
to Speaker Circuit to Speaker Circuit
Cable Control Modules Control Modules
75110 (e.g. VCM-4RK, M300CJ) (e.g. VCM-4RK, M300CJ)
P6 P5 Optional
4-Wire
Cable Supervised
Cable 75109 Return
75109
Cable
AMG-1 or AMG-E 75110 ELR (see
Figure 6.7)
Shield

P3 P7
P8 P3 P7
P8
P8 P8

P1 P6 P1 P6
P4 P5 P6 P4 P5 P6

AA-120-nobackup.cdr
P2 P4 P5 P2 P4 P5

1st AA-120 R100 2nd AA-120 R100

Alternate 25V High-level Outputs

to Speaker Circuit Control Modules

Notes: Cables must enter from top of the plug.

Figure 6.11 Wiring Two AA-120’s Without a Backup Amplifier

Typical wiring of two primary AA-100 audio amplifiers without using a backup amplifier:
Unamplified AMG-1
output tone or voice
message 70V High-level Output 70V High-level Output
to Speaker Circuit to Speaker Circuit
Cable
Control Modules Control Modules
75110
(e.g. VCM-4RK, M300CJ) (e.g. VCM-4RK, M300CJ)

P6 P5 Optional
Optional 4-Wire
4-Wire Cable Supervised
Cable Supervised 75109 Return
75109 Return
Cable
AMG-1 or AMG-E 75110 ELR (see
Figure 6.7)
Shield

P3 P7
P8 P3 P7
P8
P8 P8

P1 P6 P1 P6
P4 P5 P6 P4 P5 P6
AA-100-nobackup.cdr

J2

P2 P4 P5 P2 P4 P5

1st AA-100 R100

2nd AA-100 R100

Notes: Cables must enter from top of the plug.

Figure 6.12 Wiring Two AA-100’s Without a Backup Amplifier

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6.5.2 Typical Wiring: Primary Amplifier With Backup

Use an AA-30, AA-100, or AA-120 audio amplifier to back up one or more amplifiers. If an
amplifier fails, backup amplifier switching is automatic.
Connect P6 on the backup amplifier to P4 on the first primary amplifier as shown in Figure 6.13
and Figure 6.14. If there are multiple primary amplifiers, use P5 to feed the P4 connector on
successive amplifiers as shown in Figure 6.14.
Shown below is a typical wiring configuration using an AA-120 as a backup amplifier:

Unamplified AMG-1 output

tone or voice message To Speaker Circuit
Control Modules
Cable 75110 (e.g. VCM-4RK, M300CJ)

P6 P5
Optional
Cable 4-Wire
75109 Supervised
Return

Cable 75110
ELR (see
Figure 6.7)

P3 P7
P8 P3 P7
P8

AA-120-withbackup.cdr
P8 P8

P6 P6
P4 P5 P6 P4 P5 P6

J2 J2

P2 P4 P5 P2 P4 P5

R100 R100

Cable
Note: Cables must enter from top of the plug. 75108

Figure 6.13 Wiring Multiple Audio Amplifiers: One Primary AA-120 With One Backup

Wiring Notes
Figure 6.14 below shows the use of two AA-30s where one serves as a backup; Table 6.5 lists the
wiring components used.
• Use 18 AWG to 12 AWG twisted-pair cable for EIA-485 connections.
• Mount resistor R-470 across P3-4 and P3-5 on the last amplifier.
• Set FFT-7 SW1 for four-wire operation (down position). For location, see Figure 5.4 in
Section 5.
• This wiring diagram applies to AA-30, AA-100, and AA-120 audio amplifiers. Connections
to plugs P1, P2, P4, P5, P6, P9, and P10 are identical.

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Item Supplied with Part Number

Low-level Audio cable AA-30, AA-100, AA-120 75110

Telephone cable JVTCC-1B package 75121

25-volt Audio cable AA-30, AA-100, AA-120 75109

Cable FFT-7 and FFT-7S 75097

470 ohm resistor AMG-1 and AMG-E R-470

Backup Audio Cable 75108

Table 6.5 Wiring Inventory

Typical wiring of two AA-30s using one AA-30 as a backup:
Unamplified AMG-1 To Speaker To Speaker
output tone or voice Circuit Control Circuit Control
message Modules (e.g. Modules (e.g.
Optional Optional
VCM-4RK, VCM-4RK,
4-Wire 4-Wire
M300CJ) M300CJ)
Cable Supervised Supervised
75110 Return Return

P6 R-470
P5

8 76 54 3 21 8 76 54 3 21

Cable Cable

AA-30-withbackup.cdr
75110 75110
P2P1 P4P5 P6P7 P2P1 P4P5 P6P7 P2P1 P4 P5 P6 P7

AMG-1 or AMG-E
2nd Primary 1st Primary
AA-30 AA-30 Cable Backup AA-30
75108
Note: Cables must enter from top of the plug.

Figure 6.14 Wiring Multiple Audio Amplifiers: Two Primary AA-30s With One Backup

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 Section 7 Controlling Speaker and Telephone Circuits
7.1 SLC Loop Devices
SLC loop devices on any FACP can be used to control the Voice Alarm System with any or intelligent
annunciator, including those on a network. Refer to this manual’s appendix section for the information
regarding your FACP.
Note: Proper operation requires CBE logic equations be programmed into your control panel according
to that control panel’s programming documentation.

7.1.1 M500FPJ Modules

Shown below are typical wiring connections for M500FPJ modules controlling telephone circuits. The
M500FPJ Installation Document provides further details.

Style Y (Class B) SLC to next device (Twisted-pair SLC from control panel or
wiring; see your control panel previous device
manual to determine whether (Twisted-pair wiring; see
shielding is recommended.) your control panel manual
to determine whether
shielding is recommended.)

Voice-FTM1-Phn-Y.cdr
3.9K ELR
A2143-10 FFT-7(S)
FFT Riser
MODULE POLARITIES
ARE SHOWN AS ACTIVE.

SLC from control panel or

Style Z (Class A) SLC to next device (Twisted-pair
previous device
wiring; see your control panel
(Twisted-pair wiring; see
manual to determine whether
your control panel manual
shielding is recommended.)
to determine whether
shielding is recommended.)
3.9K ELR
A2143-10

Voice-FTM1-Phn-Z.cdr

FFT-7(S)
FFT Riser

MODULE POLARITIES
ARE SHOWN AS ACTIVE.

Figure 7.1 Typical M500FPJ Wiring Connections to Telephone Circuits

7.1.2 M300CJ Modules

Shown below are typical wiring connections for M300CJ modules controlling speaker circuits. All
wiring shown is supervised and power-limited. Audio branch circuits and speaker switching circuits
require shielded twisted-pair wire. When making connections, note the following:

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• Audio Branch Circuit – Do not loop wire on terminals 3 and 4. Break the wire run to provide
supervised connections.
• Speaker Switching Circuit – Only use speakers UL-listed for fire protection. Maximum
speaker circuit load: 43.75 watts, up to 70.7 Vrms (0.35 power factor).
• Telephone Circuits – Remove resistor on back of circuit board. Refer to the SLC manual for
proper application.

Style Y (Class B) SLC to next device (Twisted-pair + – SLC from control panel or
(see notes below) wiring; see your control panel – + previous device
manual to determine whether (Twisted-pair wiring; see
shielding is recommended.) your control panel manual
to determine whether
9 0 shielding is recommended.)
8 -1 –
47K ELR 7- +2 +
A2143-00 6+

Voice-FCM1-Spkr-Y.cdr
3
–
AA-30, AA-100,
5 4
+
AA-120

To next control Audio Branch Circuit

module (last device
returns to amplifier
for supervision)

SLC from control panel or

Style Z (Class A) SLC to next device (Twisted-pair + –
+ previous device
(see notes below) wiring; see your control panel
–
(Twisted-pair wiring; see
manual to determine whether
your control panel manual
shielding is recommended.)
to determine whether
9 0 shielding is recommended.)
8 -1 –
7- +2 +
6+ 3
–
AA-30, AA-100,

Voice-FCM1-Spkr-Z.cdr
5 4
+
AA-120

To next control Audio Branch Circuit

module (last device
returns to amplifier
Capacitors required for Class A
for supervision)
audio circuits A2143-20
Notes:
1. Do not use terminal 5 on the control module.
2. M300CJ Installation Document provides further details.

Figure 7.2 Typical M300CJ Wiring Connections to Speaker Circuits

7.2 XP5-C Modules

Note: For full details on operation of this transponder, refer to the XP5 Series Transponder Manual.
Each of the five circuits of the XP5 acts as a supervising circuit for a speaker/ telephone and
provides power to a Class-B circuit. One XP5-C occupies five consecutive addresses on the SLC.

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All five circuits are addressed collectively with two switches, and each circuit has one green LED
status indicator that blinks when not active, and when active produces a steady glow.

13 12 14
15 SW2 10
9

XP5C.cdr
4 0
3 5
2 7
6 1 8

Figure 7.3 XP5-C Transponder Module

7.2.1 XP5-C Speaker and Telephone Circuits

Follow these guidelines when connecting XP5-C speaker and telephone circuits.
• XP5-C provides five individually configurable outputs which function as Class B speaker/
telephone circuits.
• Active status LEDs for each point.
• CHS-6 chassis mounts multiple XP5 modules in a CAB-3/CAB-4 series or BB-25 cabinet.
• One or two XP5 modules mount in a BB-XP cabinet.
• Speaker circuits are supervised and power-limited.
• Use shielded twisted-pair cable for wiring speaker circuits.
• Maximum speaker circuit wire resistance depends on the wattage required for each speaker.
• For systems with AA-100 amplifiers, you can use 70.7 Vrms speakers (see Table 7.1).
• End-of-Line Resistors according to Table 7.1:

For ELR Connections to devices Use resistor part number

with terminals 71252

with flying leads 71245

used in Canada also include N-ELR Resistor Plate

Note: 70.7 Vrms speakers require the 2 watt, 4.7K end-of-line resistors
(P⁄ N 90224) supplied with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the
resistors supplied with the VCM-4RK Voice Control Module, the VCE-4
Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y
(Class B).

Table 7.1 Resistor Requirements

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XP5-C Speaker/Telephone Wiring Diagram #1

Typical wiring for an XP5-C Speaker/Telephone circuit.
This circuit has total power These circuits share total power

NAC1 NAC1 NAC2

-+ -+ -+

SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

XP5-C XP5-C
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B

Power-limited and supervised

Power-limited and supervised
High High
Level Optional Level Optional
Audio 4-wire Return* Audio 4-wire Return*

+-+- +-+-
Audio Audio
Amplifier or Amplifier or
FFT-7/S FFT-7/S

These circuits share total power These circuits share total power

NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4

-+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+

SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

XP5-C XP5-C
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B

Power-limited and supervised Power-limited and supervised

High High
Level Optional Level Optional
Audio 4-wire Return* Audio 4-wire Return*

+-+- +-+-
Audio Audio
Amplifier or Amplifier or
FFT-7/S FFT-7/S

These circuits share total power To provide maximum power to circuit pairs,
connect to five separate Audio Amplifiers or
NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5 FFT-7/Ss. Use screw terminals only when
using a separate power supply per circuit.
-+ -+ -+ -+ -+

SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5
-+ -+ -+ -+ -+
Power-limited
XP5-C and
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT supervised
J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B

SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

Power-limited and supervised
High
XP5CPWR2-LRG.cdr

Level Optional
Audio 4-wire Return* XP5-C
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
+-+- J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B
Audio
Amplifier or
FFT-7/S

Figure 7.4 Wiring Diagram

Note: * When the amplifier is not in the same cabinet as the XP5-C, the return connection must be made to the audio
amplifier.

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XP5-C Speaker/Telephone Wiring Diagram #2

Typical wiring for an XP5-C Speaker/Telephone circuit
This circuit has These circuits share These circuits share total These circuits share
total MPS/AVPS total audio power MPS/AVPS power total audio power
power

NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5 NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5
-+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+

SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

XP5-C XP5-C

IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B

Power-limited Power-limited
24 Volt and supervised 24 Volt and supervised
A/V High Optional A/V High Optional
Power ** Level 4-wire Power ** Level 4-wire
Audio Return* Audio Return*
+- +-
Listed Power +-+- Listed Power +-+-
Supply for Fire Audio Amplifier Supply for Fire Audio Amplifier
Protective Signaling or FFT-7/S Protective Signaling or FFT-7/S

This circuit These circuits share

has total total MPS/AVPS power These circuits share These circuits share
audio power total audio power total MPS/AVPS power

NAC1 NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5

NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5
-+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+ -+

SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

XP5-C XP5-C
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B

Power-limited
Power-limited and supervised
24 Volt and supervised
24 Volt
High Optional A/V High Optional A/V
Level 4-wire Power ** Level 4-wire Power **
Audio Return* Audio Return*
+- +-
+-+- Listed Power +-+- Listed Power
Audio Amplifier Supply for Fire Audio Amplifier Supply for Fire
or FFT-7/S Protective Signaling or FFT-7/S Protective Signaling

These circuits share This circuit has

total audio power total MPS/AVPS
power
To provide maximum power to circuit pairs,
NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5 connect to five separate Listed Power Supplies for
-+ -+ -+ -+ -+ Fire Protective Signaling and/or Audio Amplifiers or
FFT-7/Ss. Use screw terminals only when using a
separate power supply per circuit.
SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5

XP5-C NAC1 NAC2 NAC3 NAC4 NAC5

-+ -+ -+ -+ -+
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT Power-limited
J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B and
supervised
Power-limited
and supervised SLC TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5
24 Volt
A/V
XP5CPWR3-LRG.cdr

High Optional
Level 4-wire Power ** XP5-C
Audio Return*
+- IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
+-+- Listed Power J1A J1B J2A J2B J3A J3B J4A J4B J5A J5B
Audio Amplifier Supply for Fire
or FFT-7/S Protective Signaling

Figure 7.5 Wiring Diagram

Note:
* When the amplifier is not in the same cabinet as the XP5-C, the return connection must be made to the audio
amplifier.

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** See XP5 Series Transponders manual for NFPA Style Y Notification Appliance Circuits.

7.3 XP Transponders
XP Transponders are unique; refer to the XP Transponder Manual for details.

7.4 XPIQ
XPIQ systems use different equipment to perform audio applications; refer to the XPIQ Installation
Manual for system design details.

7.5 Voice Control and Dual Channel Modules

VCM-4RK and DCM-4RK are panel circuit modules for use with control panels providing panel
circuit connections such as the IFC-640; see Appendix A “IFC-640: Configuring Voice Systems”.
Wiring diagrams for several configurations appear in Sections 7.5.4 to 7.5.9.

7.5.1 Mounting an Expander Board onto a VCM-4RK

If an expander is being used with VCM-4RK, it must be mounted to the VCM-4RK module before
the module is mounted onto a chassis. Figure 7.6 illustrates these steps:
1. Remove one module support screw and set it aside for further use.
2. Replace the module support screw with one module standoff.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the three remaining screws.
4. Insert pins on the front of the expander board into the connector on the back of the module.
Make sure the pins are in line; then, press the two units together until they snap into place.
5. Install the four module support screws (removed earlier) through the back of the expander and
into the standoffs. Tighten securely.

Remove existing
module support Install module
screw stand-off

Steps 1 & 2

Plug in the expander board

Secure with module

support screws
NFS640-pcmods.cdr

Steps 4 & 5

Figure 7.6 Expander Board Installation

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7.5.2 Installing a Module into the Chassis

To install the VCM-4RK or DCM-4RK into a CHS-4 chassis, follow the instructions illustrated in
Figure 7.7:
1. Angle the module into the chassis so that the upper end of the expander board fits into the top
slot.
2. Bring the module back down so that the lower board edges slip into the bottom slots.
3. Secure the module to the chassis with the two module screws. Tighten securely.
4. Connect the ribbon cable to the module.

Top
Slot

Module
voice-mount-mod.cdr

Screw

Chassis
Bottom
Slots

Figure 7.7 Inserting a Module into a CHS-4 Chassis

7.5.3 Setting the VCM-4RK to Telephone/Speaker Mode

The VCM-4RK comes with a factory-installed jumper plug on JP3. Use this jumper plug to select
the operating mode of the entire module (VCM-4RK plus optional VCE-4). Select Speaker or
Telephone mode as detailed below:

Select Do this

Speaker mode (factory setting) Leave the jumper on JP3.

Telephone mode 1. Remove the jumper from JP3

2. Install the jumper on JP4.

Note: Do not mix speaker and telephone circuits on the same module.

JP3 – Speaker mode

Vcm4jump.cdr

JP4 – Telephone Mode

Figure 7.8 Selecting Speaker or Telephone Mode

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7.5.4 Wiring Speaker Circuits for VCM-4RK and DCM-4RK

Voice Control Modules (VCM-4RK) and Dual Channel Modules (DCM-4RK) provide control
functions for Notifier fire alarm control panels such as the IFC-640 and IFC-3030; see the appendix
section of this manual for panel-specific information.
An Audio Amplifier (AA-30, AA-100, or AA-120) supplies audio power through plug P6, or
terminals 5 and 6 on terminal block P8. This audio power run is not supervised. If using the
optional supervised return (plug P7 or terminals 2 and 3 of block P8), a loss of audio power due to
a break in the wiring generates a trouble signal at the Audio Amplifier.
For dual-channel operation on DCM-4RK, cut VCE-4 jumpers JP1 and JP2.

7.5.5 Speaker Circuits with VCM-4RK Voice Control

Modules
Description
The VCM-4RK is a module that provides the control panel with up to four Style Y (Class B) or
Style Z (Class A) speaker circuits.
The module comes with a factory-installed jumper plug on JP3 which allows for speaker circuit
operation.
Note: For Telephone circuit operation see Section 7.5.6 “Connecting VCM-4RK Telephone
Circuits”.
The VCE-4 is an expander board that plugs into the back of the VCM-4RK which expands the
voice unit up to eight Style Y (Class B) or Style Z (Class A) speaker circuits.
Both modules feature removable terminal blocks that simplify installation and servicing of the
control panel. The VCM-4RK is supplied with two (2) sets of slide-in labels, one set for speaker
usage and one set for telephone usage.

Components for VCM-4RK

The following components are supplied with each module:
• Four (4) End-of-Line Resistors (71252)
• Four (4) Dummy load resistors (71245)
• One 24-inch cable assembly (71091) for interboard connection

24” Audio Cable 4.7 1/2 watt 4.7K, 1/2 watt

Dummy Load Resistor EOL Resistor

Connection Guidelines for VCM-4RK Speaker Circuits

• Speaker circuits are supervised and power-limited.
• Use shielded twisted-pair cable for wiring speaker circuits.
• Maximum speaker circuit wire resistance depends on the wattage required for each speaker.
• Use only compatible UL-listed speakers rated for 25 Vrms for systems with AA-30/AA-120
amplifiers (see Device Compatibility Document).
• For systems with AA-100 amplifiers, use 70.7 Vrms speakers. Systems configured for 70.7
Vrms operation require the 2 watt, 4.7K end-of-line resistors (P⁄ N 90224) supplied with the
AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the resistors supplied with the VCM-4RK Voice
Control Module, the VCE-4 Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel
Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y (see Table 7.2).
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• Install End-of-Line Resistors according to Table 7.2 below:

For ELR connection to devices Use resistor part number

with terminals 71252 (4.7K, 1/2 watt)

with flying leads 71245 (4.7K, 1/2 watt)

used in Canada, also include N-ELR Resistor Plate

Note: 70.7 Vrms speakers require the 2 watt, 4.7K end-of-line resistors
(P⁄ N 90224) supplied with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the
resistors supplied with the VCM-4RK Voice Control Module, the VCE-4
Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y
(Class B).

Table 7.2 VCM-4RK Speaker Resistor Requirements

VCM-4RK Speaker Wiring Diagram

Optional Voice Control Expander Speaker

Circuits (provides positions E, F, G, and H)

E F G H

VCM-4RK Speaker Circuits

positions A, B, C, and D NFPA Style Y
A B C D
4.7K, 1/2 watt ELR PN 71252
(End each unused circuit with a
4.7K ELR PN 71245)
NFPA Style Z*

A E

B F

C G

D H

Speaker
+- +-
VCM-4RK

Speaker
Circuit
Polarity

High-level audio in
Vcm4scktRK.cdr

VCM-4RK or VCE-4
speaker circuits

Note: For systems with AA-100 amplifiers, 70.7 Vrms speakers can be used. 70.7 Vrms speakers require the 2 watt,
4.7K end-of-line resistors (P⁄ N 90224) supplied with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the resistors supplied
with the VCM-4RK Voice Control Module, the VCE-4 Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel
Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y (Class B).

Figure 7.9 Typical Speaker Circuits

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7.5.6 Connecting VCM-4RK Telephone Circuits

Follow these guidelines when connecting VCM-4RK telephone circuits:
• Telephone circuits are supervised and power-limited.
• Use twisted-pair cable for telephone circuit wiring.
• Maximum telephone circuit wire resistance is 40 ohms from FFT-7 to farthest telephone
jack.
• Install End-of-Line Resistors according to Table 7.3 below:

For ELR connection to devices Use resistor part number

with terminals 71252 (4.7K, 1/2 watt)

with flying leads 71245 (4.7K, 1/2 watt)

used in Canada also include N-ELR Resistor Plate

Table 7.3 VCM-4RK Telephone Resistor Requirements

VCM-4RK Telephone Wiring Diagram:

Optional Telephone Expander Circuits
(provides positions E, F, G, and H
E F G H

Telephone Circuit
positions A, B, C, and D
A B C D
Two-wire
Telephone Circuit
4.7K, 1/2 watt ELR
(PN 71252)

A E

B F

C G
Telephone Stations End each
D H
unused
+-+-
circuit with
VCM-4RK a 4.7K ELR
PN 71245
Connections VCM-4RK or
to FFT-7 VCE-4
telephone
circuits
Vcm4tcktRK.cdr

VCM-4RK configured for telephone operation.

See Figure 7.8 for jumper placement.

Figure 7.10 Typical Telephone Circuits

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7.5.7 Connecting Dual Channel Module Circuits

Description
A two-board assembly (DCM-4RK and VCE-4) that provides the control panel with the capability
to select one of two audio sources for switching to a selected speaker circuit. The DCM-4RK can
use up to four circuits and comes supplied with a set of slide-in labels (15830).

Components for DCM-4RK

The following components are supplied with each module:
• Four (4) End-of-Line Resistors (71252) and Four (4) Dummy load resistors (71245)
• Five (5) 24-inch cable assemblies (71091) for interboard connection
• Six (6) 54-inch cable assemblies (75071) for connections to an AMG-1 and Audio
Amplifiers

Connection Guidelines for DCM-4RK Speaker Circuits

Follow these guidelines when connecting DCM-4RK speaker circuits.
• All speaker circuits are supervised and power-limited.
• Shielded twisted-pair cable should be used for speaker circuit wiring.
• Maximum speaker circuit wire resistance depends upon the wattage required at each
speaker.
• For systems with AA-100 amplifiers, you can use 70.7 Vrms speakers (see Table 7.4).
• Install End-of-Line Resistors according to Table 7.4.
• Use only UL-listed speakers for fire protection.

For ELR connection to devices Use resistor part number

with terminals 71252

with flying leads 71245

used in Canada also include N-ELR Resistor Plate.

Note: 70.7 Vrms speakers require the 2 watt, 4.7K end-of-line resistors
(P⁄ N 90224) supplied with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the
resistors supplied with the VCM-4RK Voice Control Module, the VCE-4
Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y
(Class B).

Table 7.4 DCM-4RK Resistor Requirements

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DCM-4RK Speaker Wiring Speaker Wiring Diagram:

1 2 3 4
DCM-4RK Speaker Circuits
1, 2, 3, and 4

NFPA Style Y
Channel Output 4.7K, 1/2 watt ELR
selector control for PN 71252 (Table 7.4)
NFPA Style Z
for Circuit 1: Circuit 1
Off = Ch.A
On = Ch.B

Speaker End each unused

circuit with a 4.7K
DCM-4RK
ELR PN 71245

Speaker
Channels
A and B
Channel A Channel B

Dcm4sckt.cdr
DCM-4RK
High-level High-level
speaker circuits
audio in audio in

Note: For systems with AA-100 amplifiers, 70.7 Vrms speakers can be used. 70.7 Vrms speakers require the 2 watt,
4.7K end-of-line resistors (P⁄ N 90224) supplied with the AA-100 Audio Amplifier in place of the resistors supplied
with the VCM-4RK Voice Control Module, the VCE-4 Voice Control Expander, and the DCM-4RK Dual Channel
Module.
Systems configured for 70.7 Vrms operation must be wired as Style Y (Class B).

Figure 7.11 Typical Wiring for DCM-4RK Speaker Circuits NFPA Style Y & Z

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7.5.8 Speaker Configurations for VCM-4RK Circuits

30 Watt - Four and Eight Speaker Circuits
Wiring Notes for Figure 7.12 and Figure 7.13 When wiring four- and eight-speaker circuits
using 30 watts of power, note the following:
1. An AA-30 supplies audio power through plug P6, or terminals 5 and 6 on terminal block P8.
This audio power run is not supervised. If using the optional supervised return, a loss of audio
power (due to a break in the wiring) generates a trouble signal at the AA-30.
2. If using an optional supervised four-wire return, cut resistors R8 and R9, located directly under
plug P6 on the AA-30 (see Figure 6.3).
3. Each speaker circuit can handle a maximum of 30 watts.
30 watts – These four
circuits share 30 watts

VCM4spkr1RK.cdr

VCM-4RK
P6 P8 Optional Supervised
AA-30 Return (note 2)

Figure 7.12 Typical 30 Watt, Four-Speaker Circuit

30 watts – These eight

circuits share 30 watts

J4
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 1 CIRCUIT 5
J3
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 6 SJ6

JP1 SJ8
Speaker Speaker
JP2 SJ7
SJ5
VCM4SPKRAA30RK.cdr

CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 7

Speaker Speaker
J5 J7 J8 J6
CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 8

VCE-4

VCM-4RK

Optional Supervised
P6 AA-30 P7 or P8 Return (Note 2)

Figure 7.13 Typical 30 Watt, Eight-Speaker Circuit

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120 Watt - Four and Eight Speaker Circuits

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.14 and Figure 7.15. When wiring four- and eight-speaker circuits
using 120 watts of power, note the following:
1. The AA-120 draws audio power from plug P6, or terminals 5 and 6 of terminal block P8. This
audio power run is not supervised. If using the optional supervised return, a loss of audio
power (due to a break in the wiring) generates a trouble signal at the AA-120.
2. If using an optional supervised four-wire return, cut resistor R100 on the AA-120. For location
of resistor see Figure 6.8.
3. Each speaker circuit can handle a maximum of 30 watts.

These four circuits share

120 watts with a maximum
of 30 watts per circuit.
P1 P2

P8
P3 P7

P4 P5

J2 P6

AA-120.CDR
J1

SW2

R107

R100

Resistor R100

VCM4spkr1RK.cdr
VCM-4RK
Optional Supervised
P6 P8 Return (Note 2)
AA-120

Figure 7.14 Typical 120-Watt, Four-Speaker Circuit

These eight circuits share

120 watts with a maximum of
30 watts per circuit.

J4
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 1 CIRCUIT 5
J3
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 6 SJ6

JP1 SJ8
Speaker Speaker
JP2 SJ7
SJ5
CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 7

Speaker Speaker
VCM4spkr2RK.cdr

J5 J7 J8 J6
CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 8
VCE-4

VCM-4RK
Optional Supervised
P6 P8 Return (Note 2)
AA-120

Figure 7.15 Typical 120-Watt, Eight-Speaker Circuit

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90 Watt - Eight Speaker Circuit Configuration

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.16 When wiring eight speaker circuits using 90 watts of power
(VCM-4RK provides 30 watts and the VCE-4 provides 60 watts for a total of 90 watts), note the
following:
1. The AA-30 supplies audio power through plug P6, or terminals 5 and 6 on terminal block P8.
(This audio power run is not supervised.) If using the optional supervised return, a loss of
audio power (due to a break in the wiring) will generate a trouble signal at the AA-30.
2. If using an optional supervised four-wire return, cut resistors R8 and R9, located directly
below plug P6 on the AA-30 (see Figure 6.3).
3. Each speaker control module circuit can handle a maximum of 30 watts.
4. In the configuration shown below, cut VCE-4 jumpers JP1 and JP2.

30 watts on 30 watts on
two circuits two circuits

30 watts – These four

circuits share 30 watts

JP1
JP2

J4
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 1 CIRCUIT 5
J3
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 6 SJ6

JP1 SJ8
Speaker Speaker
JP2 SJ7
SJ5
CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 7

Speaker Speaker
J5 J7 J8 J6
CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 8

VCE-4
VCM-4RK

Optional Supervised
Optional Supervised Return (Note 2)
Return (Note 2)
VCM4spkr3RK.cdr

P6 P7
P6 P7
AA-30 AA-30 AA-30
P7 P6

Figure 7.16 Typical 90-Watt, Eight-Speaker Circuit

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240 Watt - Eight Speaker Circuit

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.17 When wiring eight speaker circuits using 240 watts of power
(VCM-4RK provides 120 watts and VCE-4 provides 120 watts for a total of 240 watts), note the
following:
1. The AA-120 draws audio power from plug P6, or terminals 5 and 6 of terminal block P8. This
audio power run is not supervised. If using the optional supervised return, a loss of audio
power (due to a break in the wiring) will generate a trouble signal at the AA-120.
2. If using an optional supervised four-wire return, cut resistor R100 on the AA-120 or on the
AA-100 (see Figure 6.8).
3. Each speaker control module circuit can handle a maximum of 30 watts.

120 watts –These four circuits

can handle 30 watts each.

120 watts –These four circuits

can handle 30 watts each.

1 2 3 4

J4
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 1 CIRCUIT 5
J3

Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 6 SJ6

JP1 SJ8
JP2 SJ7
Speaker Speaker
SJ5
CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 7

Speaker Speaker
J5 J7 J8 J6
CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 8
VCE-4

VCM-4RK
Optional Supervised
Return (Note 2)
Optional Supervised
Return (Note 2) VCM4spkr4RK.cdr

P6 P7 P6 P7

AA-120 AA-120

Figure 7.17 Typical 240-Watt, Eight-Speaker Circuit

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180 Watt - Eight Speaker Circuit Configuration

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.17 When wiring eight speaker circuits using 180 watts of power,
note the following:
1. AA-30 audio power is drawn from plug P6 or terminals 6 and 7 of terminal block P8. This
audio power run is not supervised. If using the optional supervised return (plug P7 or terminals
2 and 3 of block P8), a loss of audio power due to a break in the wiring will generate a trouble
signal at the AA-30.
2. Each speaker control module circuit can handle a maximum of 30 watts.
3. In this configuration, cut VCE-4 and VCM-4RK jumpers JP1 and JP2. Note: There will be no
option for supervised four-wire return from the circuits attached to VCM-4RK.
4. If using an optional supervised four-wire return (see note 3), cut resistors R8 and R9, located
directly below plug P6 on the AA-30 (see Figure 6.3).
120 watts – These four circuits can
handle 30 watts each

30 watts on 30 watts on
two circuits two circuits

1 2 3 4
JP1
JP2

J4
Speaker Speaker

CIRCUIT 1 CIRCUIT 5 Optional Supervised

J3
Return: Audio Output
Speaker Speaker
Cable PN 75109
CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 6 SJ6
JP1 SJ8
Speaker Speaker
JP2 SJ7
SJ5
CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 7

Speaker Speaker
J5 J7 J8 J6
CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 8
VCE-4

VCM-4RK
P6 AA-30
P7

AA-30 P6 AA-30
P6
P7
Audio Output
Cable PN 75109 P6
VCM4spkr5RK.cdr

AA-30 P6 AA-30
P7

P6
AA-30
P7

Figure 7.18 Typical 180-Watt, Eight-Speaker Circuit

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7.5.9 Speaker Configurations for DCM-4RK Circuits

30 Watt Dual-Channel Configuration

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.19 When wiring circuits in a dual-channel configuration using 30
watts of power, note the following:
1. Plug P6 or terminals 5 and 6 of terminal block P8 provide AA-30 audio power. Note: This
audio power run cannot be supervised in this configuration.
2. Maximum power is 30 watts per panel circuit module.
3. For dual-channel operation, cut VCE-4 jumpers JP1 and JP2.

These four circuits

share 30 watts.

JP1
JP2

J4

J3

SJ6
JP1 SJ8
JP2 SJ7 No Connection
SJ5

J5 J7 J8 J6
VCE-4

VCM4spkr6RK.cdr

AMG-1 AA-30 DCM-4RK

P5 P2
P6

AMG-E P5 P2 AA-30
P6

Figure 7.19 Typical 30-Watt Dual Channel Configuration

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120 Watt Dual-Channel Configuration (Two AA-120s)

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.20 When wiring circuits in a dual-channel configuration using 120
watts of power with two AA-120s, note the following:
1. AA-120 audio power is drawn from plug P6 or terminals 5 and 6 of terminal block P8. Note:
This audio power run cannot be supervised in this configuration.
2. Maximum power is 30 watts per panel circuit module.
3. In this configuration, cut VCE-4 jumpers JP1 and JP2.

120 watts – These four

circuits can handle 30
watts each.

JP1
JP2

J4

J3

SJ6
JP1 SJ8 No
JP2 SJ7
SJ5 Connection

J5 J7 J8 J6

VCE-4

VCM4spkr6RK.cdr

AMG-1 AA-120 DCM-4RK

P5 P2
P6

AMG-E P5 P2 AA-120
P6

Figure 7.20 Typical 120-Watt Dual Channel Configuration (AA-120)

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120 Watt Dual-Channel Configuration (Four AA-30s)

Wiring Notes for Figure 7.21 When wiring circuits in a dual-channel configuration using 120
watts of power with four AA-30s, note the following:
1. AA-30 audio power is drawn from plug P6 or terminals 6 and 7 of terminal block P8. (This
audio power run is not supervised.) If using the optional supervised return (plug P7, or
terminals 2 and 3 of terminal block P8), loss of audio power due to a break in the wiring
generates a trouble signal at the AA-30.
2. If using an optional supervised four-wire return, cut resistors R8 and R9, located directly
below plug P6 on the AA-30 (see Figure 6.3).
3. Maximum power is 30 watts per panel circuit module.
4. For dual-channel operation, cut VCE-4 jumpers JP1 and JP2.

120 watts – These four circuits

share 30 watts each.

JP1
JP2

J4

J3

SJ6
JP1 SJ8
JP2 SJ7
SJ5

J5 J7 J8 J6
VCE-4

P6
DCM-4RK AA-30
P2 P7
P6
AMG-E AA-30
P6 P2 P7

AA-30
VCM4spkr7RK.cdr

AMG-1 P2 P7
P6
P6
AA-30
P2
P7 Optional Supervised Return
See Note 2

Figure 7.21 Typical 120-Watt Dual Channel Configuration (AA-30)

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8.1 Overview
The ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer couples low-level audio to audio amplifiers or other audio
inputs, such as AMG-1. The unit can be used to couple a low-level audio signal to up to eight devices.
Multiple ACT-1s are required for amplifiers on multiple channels. It provides electrical isolation for
equipment powered by separate power supplies with ground fault detection enabled. In addition, the
ACT-1 provides common mode noise rejection (CMNR), greatly reducing crosstalk from SLCs.

8.2 Applications
You can install the transformer in any application that uses AA-30, AA-100, or AA-120 audio
amplifiers, subject to the following restrictions:
• The amplifiers must mount remotely from the source of low-level audio devices, such as an
AMG-1 or RM-1.
• The power supplies in the main control panel cabinet and the remote cabinets do not share the
same common.
• Ground fault is enabled on each power supply.
In larger systems, capacitance becomes a critical factor in creating sporadic and difficult-to-find ground
faults along a single common connection. In these systems—as in systems that expand—use an ACT-1
if possible.

8.3 Isolating Power Supplies

Isolated power supplies, each with respective ground fault detection circuits enabled, are often used to
aid the quick location of ground faults in large systems. This task is more difficult if the entire system
(main and all remote devices) share the same common and the power supply in the main control panel
cabinet provides ground fault detection.
For example, take a system consisting of a remote annunciator powered from a local supply within the
same cabinet—but connected through an EIA-485 circuit—to the main control panel (Figure 8.1). A
common connection occurs (although a poor one) along the EIA-485 interface. Therefore, the power
supplies in this system are not adequately isolated and problems will occur (such as intermittent reports
of a ground fault when each power supply’s ground fault detection signal interacts with the signal from
the other power supply). In this case, the earth fault detection of the remote power supply must be
disabled and a good common connection must be made between the two systems. An ACT-1 is not
required for amplifiers mounted in this remote cabinet but installation of an ACT-1 can reduce CMN
from the SLC. Shown below is a block diagram of a remote annunciator powered from a local power
supply:

TB4

CPU

Remote
Annunciator

+24VDC +24VDC
non-resettable non-resettable

Remote Cabinet Main Cabinet

Figure 8.1 Remote Annunciator Powered from a Local Power Supply

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ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer Installation

8.4 Installation
8.4.1 Connect ACT-1 to Amplifier
To connect an ACT-1 to an AA-30, AA-100 or AA-120 Amplifier, follow these steps and refer to
the figure below:
1. Connect the ACT-1 to the first amplifier in the chain by inserting P1 pins of the ACT-1 into
terminal block P3 of the amplifier as shown below. Tighten screws securely.
2. Using the supplied cable, connect the EARTH terminal on each ACT-1 to P8 on the AA-100/
AA-120 or to a screw on the upper left corner of the AA-30.
3. Connect the low-level AUDIO IN circuit to the terminal block TB1 on the ACT-1.
Note: For highest sound quality, observe polarity of audio signal when connecting speakers.

Terminal designation on the ACT-1

Shield
THRU +
THRU -
Shield
AUDIO IN +
Earth Common AUDIO IN -

OUT -
OUT +
Shield Out (through) S + – IN

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
act-1conn.cdr

P3 on AA-30
P4 on AA-100/AA-120

P4
AMG
6 +
5
OUT -
4
P5 3
21 2 +
RETURN -
1
+-
Low AMG POLARITY
Level
Figure 8.2 ACT-1 Connections

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8.4.2 Wiring Amplifiers

Main Control Panel Cabinet

Audio Return
Low-Level

Main Audio Riser

Main Power Supply

Origin of
P4
6 5 4 3 2 1

AMG-1
Audio
Level
Low-

1
TB1

P3
P1

P3

P3

Remote Amplifier Cabinet

AA-30

AA-30

Main Power Supply

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

AA-100 or AA-120
Note 2
Note 1
2

Note 3
2
See
See

See
R-470
ELR
TB1

P1

P3

P3

Remote Amplifier Cabinet

P3
AA-30

Main Power Supply

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
AA-100 or AA-120

AA-100 or AA-120
3

Note 1

Note 2
See

3
See

Figure 8.3 ACT-1 Wiring Diagram

Note:
1. The COM terminal is intended for optional shielding of the secondary side of the ACT-1 (low-
level audio from the ACT-1 through each amplifier). To use shield, connect to the common of
the local power supply—but do not connect this shield to the shield from the primary side of
the ACT-1.
2. Daisy-chain the secondary side of the ACT-1 (low-level audio) up to a maximum of eight
amplifiers.

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ACT-1 Audio Coupling Transformer Installation

3. This symbol denotes a local common, in this case for supply number 2.

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 Appendix A: IFC-640: Configuring Voice Systems
Note: Where this manual refers to IFC-640 it also includes IFC-640E for 240V operation.

A.1 Setting AMG-1/E DIP Switches

Figure A.1 below describes the function of each individual switch 1 to 8. To set switch to ON push
the rocker down as shown:

Rocker
Switch Function Refer to

1 Four-wire audio supervision Table A.1

2 Tone or Message select OFF - Table A.2

ON - Table A.3
FF O
O 1
F
F

3 Receive Only Table A.1

2

4 VRAM - A (see Section 4.7 Section “Custom Messages (VRAM

“Voice Message Options Installed)”
3

(VROM and VRAM)”)

4
5

5 VRAM - B (see Section 4.7 Section “Custom Messages (VRAM

“Voice Message Options Installed)”
6

(VROM and VRAM)”)

DIPsw.cdr
7
8

6 Message Select Section 4.7.2 “Selecting Tones &

Voice Messages”

7 Message Select Section 4.7.2 “Selecting Tones &

Voice Messages”

8 Message Select Section 4.7.2 “Selecting Tones &

Voice Messages”

Figure A.1 DIP Switch Function

Table A.1 contains programming and switch settings:

For Set

Single-channel AMG-E Receive Only switch (#3) to OFF.

applications

Dual-channel 1) AMG-1 Evacuation channel Receive Only switch (#3) to OFF

applications and
2) AMG-E Alert channel Receive Only switch (#3) to ON.

Optional four-wire AMG-1 Four-wire switch (1) to ON

return

Note: For use with IFC-640, program annunciator address 01 as Group A function.
Note: You can set an AMG-1 to receive only (SW2-3) but doing so disables the ALL CALL switch.
Table A.1 AMG-1 Programming and Switch Settings

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 A.2 Selecting AMG-1/E Group Functions
Operation of the various tones and messages available in a voice alarm application is dependent
upon the type and number of ROM chips installed and the functional groups selected by DIP switch
settings on the AMG-1. Group selection is accomplished by setting DIP switch positions 2, 6, 7 and
8 on the AMG-1. See the AMG-1 Group Function Tables (Table A.2 and Table A.3).

A.3 Configuring Tone/Messages

AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Selections: SW2-2=Off
Listing of the tone and voice message selections available when Tone/Message switch (#2) is OFF:

NAC 1
System (B01)
Rocker Switches Status Condition Audio Tone or Voice Message

#6 #7 #8

X X X No Alarm Off Standby

Off Off Off No Alarm On 1000 Hz 1/2 sec on, 1/2 sec off
Off Off Off Alarm X Slow whoop

Off Off On No Alarm On Horn

Off Off On Alarm X 120 ppm (March Time)

Off On Off No Alarm On Horn

Off On Off Alarm X Yelp

Off On On No Alarm On Yelp

Off On On Alarm X Wail

On Off Off No Alarm On 3 slow whoops, VRAM-B plays

On Off Off Alarm X 3 slow whoops, VRAM-A plays

On Off On No Alarm On VROM-B message plays

On Off On Alarm X VROM-A message plays

On On Off No Alarm On 20 ppm (Two-Stage)

On On Off Alarm X VROM-A and VROM-B play

On On On No Alarm On Horn
On On On Alarm X NFPA Temporal pattern
X = Indicates that switch or control point can be On or Off.
1. Notification Appliance Circuit 1 can be manually selected with an ACM-24AT or ACM-16AT to produce a desired tone or can
be activated through Control-by-Event by a non-alarm input.
2. If selecting a VROM or VRAM, and a VROM or VRAM chip is not installed, a trouble indication appears at the AMG-1 when
the message is due to begin and the AMG-1 generates the 1 kHz default tone.

Table A.2 AMG-1 Tone/Message Selections (SW2=Off)

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Listing of the tone and voice message selections available when Tone/Message switch (#2) is ON:

NAC 1
System (B01)
Rocker Switches Status Condition Audio Tone or Voice Message

#6 #7 #8

X X X No Alarm Off Standby

Off Off Off No Alarm On Horn

Off Off Off Alarm Off 1000 Hz 1/2 sec on, 1/2 sec off for 5 min. then slow whoop
Off Off Off Alarm On NFPA EVAC (2 rounds), VROM-A

Off Off On No Alarm On Horn

Off Off On Alarm Off 20 ppm for 5 min., then 120 ppm
Off Off On Alarm On 120 ppm (March Time)

Off On Off No Alarm On VROM-B

Off On Off Alarm Off 444, pause, VROM-A
Off On Off Alarm On Boston Code3

Off On On No Alarm On VROM-B

Off On On Alarm Off Fast whoop
Off On On Alarm On 3 fast whoops, pause, VROM-A

On Off Off No Alarm On Beep

On Off Off Alarm Off Fast whoop
On Off Off Alarm On 3 fast whoops, pause, VROM-A and VROM-B

On Off On No Alarm On Beep

On Off On Alarm Off 3 slow whoops, pause, VROM-A
On Off On Alarm On 3 slow whoops, pause, VROM-A and VROM-B

On On Off No Alarm On Wail

On On Off Alarm Off 3 hi-low tones, pause, VROM-A
On On Off Alarm On 3 hi-low, pause, VROM-A and VROM-B

On On On No Alarm On Hi-low
On On On Alarm Off 20 ppm (Two-Stage)
On On On Alarm On 3 Slow whoops, pause, VROM-A
“X” = Indicates that Switch or Control Point be “On” or “Off.”
1. Notification Appliance Circuit 1 can be manually selected with an ACM-24AT or ACM-16AT to produce a desired tone or can be
activated through Control-by-Event by a non-alarm input.
2. If selecting a VROM or VRAM that is not installed, a trouble will be generated at the AMG-1 and the AMG-1 generates the 1 kHz
default tone.
3. Boston Code (order VROM 109, which must be installed in VROM-B position): All Call initiated. A 900 Hz alert tone pulsed to
produce one round of code 4, followed by female voice message: “Attention please. The signal tone you have just heard
indicates a report of an emergency in this building. If your floor evacuation signal sounds after this message, walk to the nearest
stairway and leave the floor. While the report is being verified, occupants on other floors should await further instructions.” This
message is played 3 times, after which All Call is deactivated. This is followed by a 15-second pause and then continuous
temporal code.

Table A.3 AMG-1 Tone/Message Selections (SW2=On)

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 Appendix B: IFC-3030 and JNCA:
Configuring Voice Systems
Note: Where this manual refers to IFC-3030 it also includes IFC-3030E for 240V operation.

B.1 Setting AMG-1/E DIP Switches

Figure B.1 below describes the function of each individual switch 1 to 8:

Rocker
Switch Function

1 Set ON for 4-wire audio loop supervision

FF O 2 Address Switch
O 1
F
F

3 Address Switch
2

4 VRAM Enable A
3

(Set to ON if VRAM-A is installed. See

Section 4.7 “Voice Message Options (VROM
4

and VRAM)”)
5

5 VRAM Enable B
(Set to ON if VRAM-B is installed. See
6

Section 4.7 “Voice Message Options (VROM

and VRAM)”)
7

DIPsw.cdr

6 Message Select
8

7 Message Select

8 Message Select

Figure B.1 DIP Switch Functions

Use Figure B.2 below to set the desired address on the AMG-1. To set a switch “On” push the
rocker down in the ON position. When only one AMG-1 is present, use address 32; each additional
AMG-1/E should be given the next-highest address available.

Address 32 Address 31 Address 30 Address 29

or or or or
Address 28* Address 27* Address 26* Address 25*
FF O
O 1
F
F

Address Switch ON ON OFF OFF

2
3

Address Switch ON OFF ON OFF

4

*Italics denote setting the address for an AMG-1 with an AMG-X4 EPROM installed.
5
6

DIPsw.cdr
7
8

Figure B.2 Addressing AMG-1/E

B.2 Selecting AMG-1/E Group Functions

Operation of the various tones and messages available in a voice alarm application is dependent
upon the type and number of ROM chips installed and the functional groups selected by DIP switch

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 settings on the AMG-1. Group selection is accomplished by setting DIP switch positions 6, 7 and 8
on the AMG-1. See the AMG-1 Group Function Tables (Table B.1 and Table B.2).

B.3 AMG-1/E Programming Notes

During programming of the control panel (and after the installation of any AMG-1s), each AMG-1
must be programmed as if they were annunciators. The address is set on the AMG-1 (25-32) and
must correspond to the programmed annunciator address.
Set the address of the AMG-1 Audio Message Generator via DIP switches 2 and 3. This address
can only be set for 29-32 for a standard AMG-1 or 25-28 for an AMG-1 with an AMG-X4 EPROM
installed.
The first AMG-1 should be set to address 32, the second to address 31, and so on. The AMG-1 at
address 32 follows the first four points on the ACM programmed at address 1. The AMG-1 at
address 31 follows the next four points. Up to eight AMG-1s may be installed in a JNCA system.
Note: All speaker circuits must be programmed with software type “SPKR.” When an FFT-7 is
used, it must be attached to an AMG-1 at Address 32.

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 B.4 Configuring Tone/Messages
AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Functions for addresses A32 to A29

Annunciator Control Points on

ACM-24AT or ACM-16AT
Address A01 Tone/Voice Message Group
Rocker Switches AMG-1 at Address Functions
S6 S7 S8 A32 A31 A30 A29
OFF OFF OFF P01 P05 P09 P13 VROM A
OFF OFF OFF P02 P06 P10 P14 VROM B
OFF OFF OFF P03 P07 P11 P15 VRAM A
OFF OFF OFF P04 P08 P12 P16 VRAM B
OFF OFF ON P01 P05 P09 P13 3 Fast Whoops, Pause, VROM A
OFF OFF ON P02 P06 P10 P14 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VROM B
OFF OFF ON P03 P07 P11 P15 3 Yeows, Pause, VRAM A
OFF OFF ON P04 P08 P12 P16 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VRAM B
OFF ON OFF P01 P05 P09 P13 3 Fast Whoops, Pause, VROM A, VROM B
OFF ON OFF P02 P06 P10 P14 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VRAM A
OFF ON OFF P03 P07 P11 P15 3 Yeows, Pause, VRAM B
OFF ON OFF P04 P08 P12 P16 Wail
OFF ON ON P01 P05 P09 P13 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VROM A
OFF ON ON P02 P06 P10 P14 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VROM B
OFF ON ON P03 P07 P11 P15 NFPA Temporal, Pause, VROM-A
OFF ON ON P04 P08 P12 P16 1000 Hz 5s, VROM-B
ON OFF OFF P01 P05 P09 P13 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VRAM A
ON OFF OFF P02 P06 P10 P14 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VRAM B
ON OFF OFF P03 P07 P11 P15 Yelp
ON OFF OFF P04 P08 P12 P16 Wail
ON OFF ON P01 P05 P09 P13 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VROM A
ON OFF ON P02 P06 P10 P14 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VRAM A
ON OFF ON P03 P07 P11 P15 Boston Code4
ON OFF ON P04 P08 P12 P16 Horn
ON ON OFF P01 P05 P09 P13 California Uniform Fire Code
(10s Yelp, Pause)
ON ON OFF P02 P06 P10 P14 California Uniform Fire Code
(10s Fast Whoops, Pause)
ON ON OFF P03 P07 P11 P15 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VROM A, Pause
ON ON OFF P04 P08 P12 P16 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VRAM A, Pause
ON ON ON P01 P05 P09 P13 Yelp
ON ON ON P02 P06 P10 P14 Hi/low Tones
ON ON ON P03 P07 P11 P15 Slow Whoop
ON ON ON P04 P08 P12 P16 NFPA Code (3s Temporal)
1. All the above tone/messages sequences will repeat until they have been deselected through the annunciator control point. Priority within each group of
four is from top (highest priority) to bottom (lowest priority).
2. If a digitally-stored voice message fails, the AMG-1 will automatically switch to the primary evacuation tone and will generate a trouble condition.
3. All pauses are 5 seconds long unless otherwise noted.
4. Boston Code (order VROM 109, which must be installed in VROM-B position): All Call initiated. A 900 Hz alert tone pulsed to produce one round of code
4, followed by female voice message: “Attention please. The signal tone you have just heard indicates a report of an emergency in this building. If your
floor evacuation signal sounds after this message, walk to the nearest stairway and leave the floor. While the report is being verified, occupants on other
floors should await further instructions.” This message is played 3 times, after which All Call is deactivated. This is followed by a 15-second pause and
then continuous temporal code.

Table B.1 AMG-1 Tone/Message Selections

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 AMG-1 and AMG-E Tone/Message Functions for addresses A28 to A25
(AMG-X4 EPROM required)

Annunciator Control Points on

ACM-24AT or ACM-16AT
Address A01 Tone/Voice Message Group
Rocker Switches AMG-1 at Address Functions
S6 S7 S8 A28 A27 A26 A25
OFF OFF OFF P17 P21 P25 P29 VROM A
OFF OFF OFF P18 P22 P26 P30 VROM B
OFF OFF OFF P19 P23 P27 P31 VRAM A
OFF OFF OFF P20 P24 P28 P32 VRAM B
OFF OFF ON P17 P21 P25 P29 3 Fast Whoops, Pause, VROM A
OFF OFF ON P18 P22 P26 P30 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VROM B
OFF OFF ON P19 P23 P27 P31 3 Yeows, Pause, VRAM A
OFF OFF ON P20 P24 P28 P32 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VRAM B
OFF ON OFF P17 P21 P25 P29 3 Fast Whoops, Pause, VROM A, VROM B
OFF ON OFF P18 P22 P26 P30 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VRAM A
OFF ON OFF P19 P23 P27 P31 3 Yeows, Pause, VRAM B
OFF ON OFF P20 P24 P28 P32 Wail
OFF ON ON P17 P21 P25 P29 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VROM A
OFF ON ON P18 P22 P26 P30 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VROM B
OFF ON ON P19 P23 P27 P31 NFPA Temporal, Pause, VROM-A
OFF ON ON P20 P24 P28 P32 1000 Hz 5s, VROM-B
ON OFF OFF P17 P21 P25 P29 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VRAM A
ON OFF OFF P18 P22 P26 P30 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VRAM B
ON OFF OFF P19 P23 P27 P31 Yelp
ON OFF OFF P20 P24 P28 P32 Wail
ON OFF ON P17 P21 P25 P29 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VROM A
ON OFF ON P18 P22 P26 P30 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VRAM A
ON OFF ON P19 P23 P27 P31 Boston Code4
ON OFF ON P20 P24 P28 P32 Horn
ON ON OFF P17 P21 P25 P29 California Uniform Fire Code
(10s Yelp, Pause)
ON ON OFF P18 P22 P26 P30 California Uniform Fire Code
(10s Fast Whoops, Pause)
ON ON OFF P19 P23 P27 P31 3 Hi/low Tones, Pause, VROM A, Pause
ON ON OFF P20 P24 P28 P32 3 Slow Whoops, Pause, VRAM A, Pause
ON ON ON P17 P21 P25 P29 Yelp
ON ON ON P18 P22 P26 P30 Hi/low Tones
ON ON ON P19 P23 P27 P31 Slow Whoop
ON ON ON P20 P24 P28 P32 NFPA Code (3s Temporal)
1. All the above tone/messages sequences will repeat until they have been deselected through the annunciator control point. Priority within each group of
four is from top (highest priority) to bottom (lowest priority). The expander must be the first one attached to the ACM-24AT or ACM-16AT.
2. If a digitally-stored voice message fails, the AMG-1 will automatically switch to the primary evacuation tone and will generate a trouble condition.
3. All pauses are 5 seconds long unless otherwise noted.
4. Boston Code (order VROM 109, which must be installed in VROM-B position): All Call initiated. A 900 Hz alert tone pulsed to produce one round of code
4, followed by female voice message: “Attention please. The signal tone you have just heard indicates a report of an emergency in this building. If your
floor evacuation signal sounds after this message, walk to the nearest stairway and leave the floor. While the report is being verified, occupants on other
floors should await further instructions.” This message is played 3 times, after which All Call is deactivated. This is followed by a 15-second pause and
then continuous temporal code.

Table B.2 AMG-1 Tone/Message Selections

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Index

Numerics ACT-1 77
70.7 Vrms speakers 48 ACT-1 connections 78, 79
audio gain level 50
A backup amplifier connections 54
AA-100/AA-120 connections 29
70.7 Vrms speakers 48 installing AA-30 44
backup tone 50 LEDs 43, 46, 50, 51
circuit board 49 Overview 43
four-wire operation 49 see also AA-30, AA-100, or AA-120
four-wire return, configuring 70, 72 wiring 52, 53, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76
installing 47 without backup amplifier 52
operation 49 Audio Coupling Transformer,see ACT-1 or
terminal connections 47 ACT-2
wiring 52, 55, 64, 70 audio gain level 50
AA-30 Audio Voice Link (AVL-1) 29
circuit board 46
four-wire return, configuring 73, 76 B
operation 45 backup audio amplifier 54
see also Audio amplifiers backup tone on AA-100/AA-120 50
terminal connections 44, 45 basic equipment package 13, 16
wiring 52, 55, 64, 69 basic functional connections 15
ACM-16AT basic systems 13, 14
tone activation 82, 83 Boston Code 83, 87, 88
ACM-24AT
tone activation 82, 83 C
ACS mode port Cabinet-mounting hardware 16
voice connections 25 cables
ACT-1 audio wiring 52
audio amplifier connections 78, 79 cable part numbers 29
installation 78, 79 power cables for voice system 25
overview 77 VCM-4RK/VCE-4 17
ACT-2 CBE 21
Overview 18 Channel selector 68
see also Audio Coupling Transformer CHS-4 63
Technical Bulletin CHS-4L 27
AMG Configuring AMG for Voice message
ACS mode 29 chips 34
Addressing, large systems 35 connecting
Addressing, multi-address mode speaker circuits 64
systems 35 telephone circuits 66
Addressing, single-address mode control-by-event, see also CBE 21
systems 35
configuring 31 D
Configuring for Voice message chips 34 DCM-4RK
Connections 28 installing 63
DIP switch settings for IFC-3030 85 overview 17
DIP switch settings for IFC-640 81 Speaker circuit connection guidelines 67
DIP switch settings for JNCA 85 speaker circuit wiring 64, 67, 68
EIA-485 connections 25 speaker circuits 74, 76
four-wire operation 29, 81 Distributed audio block diagram 31
Group functions for NCA 85 DP-1B 26
installing 27 DPDW-1B 26
LEDs 32 DPSW-1B
Medium systems 35 installing 26
microphone 33 Dress panels 16, 17
NCA programming 86 Dual Channel Module see DCM-4RK
Overview 27 dual-channel configuration 74, 75
Paging instructions 33 dual-channel systems 27
power distribution 25
Switches and volume control 33 E
terminal connections 28, 29 EIA-485 25
Tone selection 35 ACS Mode port (CPU, TB4) 28
wiring 52, 55 ELR, see resistors
AMG-1 and AMG-E see AMG End-of-Line Resistors (ELRs), see resistors
annunciators EPROM 16, 34
AMG 31 Expander board for VCM-4RK, see VCE-4
EIA-485 connections 25
audio amplifiers

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 Index

F Multi-address mode systems

factory-programmed messages 27, 36 AMG 35
FFT multi-channel audio 30
AMG connections 29
Answer a call 41 N
connectiions 38 NAC (Notification Appliance Circuit)
four-wire operation 39 audio tone or voice message 82, 83
installing 37
LEDs 40 O
operating components 40 operating mode of VCM-4RK 63
Paging operation 41 Ordering information 13, 14
power 39 Overview 16
power distribution 25 AMG 27
Setting operating mode 39 AMG Audio Functions 21
SW1 39, 54 Amplifying the Audio Signal 21
two-way conversation 41 Audio Amplification Equipment 18
two-wire operation 39 Audio Coupling Transformer 18
wiring 25, 52, 55 basic equipment package 16
Firefighter’s Telephone see FFT Cabinet-mounting hardware 16
DCM-4RK 17
G installing 23, 24
ground fault isolation 77 Peripheral Equipment 19
speaker circuit power limitations 22
I Speaker circuits 21
IFC-3030 35, 85 Speaker Controls 17
IFC-640 81 System 13
Installing XP5-C 17
VCE-4 62
installing P
AA-100/AA-120 47 Paging
AA-30 44 AMG 33
ACT-1 78, 79 Paging operation
AMG 27 FFT 41
backup audio amplifier 54 power
Checklist 24 AMG 25
DCM-4RK 63 FFT 25, 39
DPSW-1B 26 Internal power distribution 25
FFT-7, standard position 37 isolating power supplies 77
VCM-4RK 63 speaker circuits 22
VROM and VRAM 34
R
J R470 (AA-30) 52
JNCA 35, 85 Related Documents 11
JP1 and JP2 (VCM-4RK/VCE-4) 71, 76 resistance
JP3 and JP4 (VCM-4RK) 63 speaker circuit, VCM-4RK 65
JVCC-1B 13, 15 telephone circuit, VCM-4RK 66
JVTCC-1B 14 resistors
DCM-4RK 67
L EIA-485 circuit 25
LEDs optional supervised 4-wire return 44, 52,
AMG 32, 33 69, 71, 73, 76
audio amplifiers 43, 45, 46, 50, 51 R-470 49, 52
FFT 40, 41 R-470 (AA-30) 52
XP5-C 59 R470 (AA-30) 54
R8 and R9 (AA-30) 73
M VCM-4RK speaker circuits 65
M300CJ modules 57 VCM-4RK telephone circuits 66
speaker circuits, wiring 57 XP5-C 59
March Time 82, 83
Medium Systems S
AMG 35 Single-address mode systems
messages AMG 35
custom 36 SLC loop
downloading 36 control modules 17
factory-programmed 27, 36 controlling speaker and telephone
Minor edit circuits 57
"signal" is switched not the "FACP" 43 crosstalk, reducing 77
speaker circuits

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70.7 Vrms speakers 48 VTCC-1B 15

connecting 64
DCM-4RK 67, 74, 76 W
expanding 65 wire requirements
selecting 58 EIA-485 connections 25
VCM-4RK 69, 70, 71, 72, 73 Wiring
wiring 57, 67, 69, 70 audio signal 54
XP5-C 58 speaker circuits for VCM-4RK and DCM-
see also VCM-4RK 4RK 64
Style Y 68 wiring
Style Z 68 AA-100/AA-120 47, 52, 55, 64
Supplemental Documentation 11 AA-30 44, 45, 52, 55, 64
SW1 (FFT) 39, 54 AMG 55
SW2 (AMG) 31 DCM-4RK 67
switches DCM-4RK speaker circuits 68
Receive Only switch (AMG-1) 81 EIA-485 (CPU, TB4) connections 25
SW1 (FFT) 39, 54 M300CJ modules 57
SW2 (AMG) 83, 87, 88 speaker circuits 65, 67, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73,
System configuration 74, 76
power 25 telephone circuits 66
System Status Indicator LEDs see LEDs voice system, internal power 25

T X
TBP-1 (dress panel) 38 XP Transponder
TCC-1B 14, 15 Overview 19
telephone circuits see also XP Transponder Manual
connecting 66 XP5-C
expanding 66 connection guidelines 59
FFT wiring 39 LEDs 59
wiring 57 Overview 17
XP5-C 58 see also XP5 Series Transponder Manual
see alsoVCM-4RK speaker/telephone circuits 58, 60, 61
telephone/speaker mode wiring diagram 60, 61
VCM-4RK 63 XPIQ 30
Temporal code 82 see also the XPIQ Quad Intelligent Audio
tones Transponder manual
AMG tone selection 35, 83, 87, 88 Overview 18
tone activation 82, 83
Tone/Message Generation 35, 82
trouble
VROM or VRAM 82, 83
Two-stage code 82, 83

V
VCE-4
components 17
FFT connections 39
installing 62
jumpers JP1 and JP2 71, 74, 75
VCM-4RK
installing 63
speaker circuit connections 64
speaker circuit wiring 64, 65
speaker circuits 69, 70, 71, 72, 73
speaker or telephone mode, selecting 63
telephone circuit connections 66
telephone circuits wiring 66
telephone/speaker mode 63
Voice Control Expander see VCE-4
Voice Control Module see VCM-4RK
voice messages
installing VROM and VRAM 34
overview 27
selecting 82, 83, 87, 88
VROM chips 36
VROM and VRAM
selecting 82, 83
VROM and VRAM, see also Voice messages

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