EMS FireCell Wireless Sounder / Visual Indicator Installation Guide

This guide provides instructions for the installation and configuration of the EMS FireCell Wireless Sounder and Visual Indicator.

Part Numbers and Product Descriptions

Part no	Product description	CPR
FC-171-001	White Wireless Sounder Base Only	[2]
FC-171-002	Red Wireless Sounder Base Only	[2]
FC-172-001	White Sounder Only	[1]
FC-172-002	Red Sounder Only	[1]
FC-173-002	Red Sounder Visual Indicator Only	[1]
FC-173-003	Amber Sounder Visual Indicator Only	[1]
FC-173-004	Clear Sounder Visual Indicator Only	[1]
FC-178-002	Red Visual Indicator Only
FC-178-003	Amber Visual Indicator Only
FC-178-004	Clear Visual Indicator Only

See the Specification section for compliance information.

1. Pre-installation

Installation must conform to applicable local installation codes and should only be installed by a fully trained competent person.

Ensure that the device is installed as per the site survey.
The use of a non-metallic spacer should be considered if mounting the device on to a metal surface.
Important: Do NOT press the Log On button on a pre-programmed device, as this will cause communication with the Control Panel to be lost. Should this happen, delete the device from the system and add it back on.
Caution: This device contains electronics that may be susceptible to damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Take appropriate precautions when handling electronic boards.

2. Components

The device consists of the following components:

1. Sounder/visual indicator variant: The main unit that emits sound and/or light.
2. Wireless module: The component that handles wireless communication.
3. Battery retaining plate: A plate to secure the batteries.
4. Mounting plate: A plate used to fix the device to a surface.

3. Fix mounting plate

To remove the mounting plate, turn the device ANTICLOCKWISE to release it from the plate.

When wall mounting, ensure the mounting plate is fitted in the correct orientation.

Use both mounting holes.
Use suitable fasteners and fixings.

Dimensions: The mounting plate requires a space of approximately 63 mm. Ensure the plate is oriented correctly with the label "THIS WAY UP WHEN WALL MOUNTING" facing upwards.

4. Power device

Follow these steps to power the device:

Unclip the battery retaining plate from the wireless module.
When fitting or replacing batteries, observe correct polarity and use only specified batteries (e.g., 3x AA Alkaline or 3x C Alkaline).
Connect the power jumper across the PIN header. The device is unpowered when pins are unlinked and powered when both pins are linked.

Once powered, reassemble the device.

5. Optional device locking

To lock the sounder into the wireless module:

Remove the designated cut-out section from the sounder unit.

To unlock the device:

Insert a 1.5 mm Allen key into the designated slot to depress the locking clip.
Turn the Allen key anticlockwise to release the device.

6. Configuration

The device's loop address is configured within the user interface's menu structure. Refer to the programming manual for full programming details.

Associated programming manuals can be downloaded from www.emsgroup.co.uk:

FireCell = MK98
Fusion = TSD062
WZM = TSD143

Configuration continued

Sounder tone (set on sounder/visual indicator)

The 5-way switch is used to configure the sounder tone. The 5-way switch allows selection from 32 distinct sounder tone configurations. These configurations vary in frequency (e.g., 970Hz, 800Hz, 554Hz, 420Hz, 2850Hz), tone patterns (continuous, pulsed, sweeping, specific on/off timings), and are often specified for particular applications or compliance with standards like AFNOR, NEN, AS1670, ISO, DIN, and AS2220. The 5-way switch on the device allows selection from these configurations.

Default setting: primary tone 5.

Volume (set on sounder/visual indicator)

The sound output of the unit can be reduced by adjusting the potentiometer. The dial has MIN and MAX settings.

Default setting: high volume.

Audio monitoring (Set on wireless module)

The primary and secondary stage sounder tones can be monitored. If enabled and no audio is detected within 10 seconds upon sounder activation, a fault is indicated at the control panel.

Default setting: audio monitoring disabled.

Specification

Parameter	Value
Operating temperature	-10 to +55 °C
Storage temperature	5 to 30 °C
Humidity	0 to 95% non-condensing
Supply	3x AA Alkaline (Panasonic LR6AD Powerline / Varta 4006 Industrial) or 3x C Alkaline (Panasonic LR14AD Powerline / Varta 4014 Industrial)
Sounder output	99 dBA at 1 m (as dispatched)
IP rating	IP54
Operating frequency	868 MHz
Output transmitter power	Auto adjusting 0 to 14 dBm (0 to 25 mW)
Dimensions (Ø x D)	120 mm x 125 mm
Weight	0.65 kg
Location	Type A: For indoor use

Regulatory Information

Manufacturer: Carrier Manufacturing Polska Sp. Z o.o. Ul. Kolejowa 24. 39-100 Ropczyce, Poland
Year of manufacture: See device's serial number label.
Certification: CE 10
Certification body: 0905
CPR DoP: See part listing for associated products: [1]0359-CPR-0022, [2]0359-CPR-0040
Approved to:
- EN54-3:2001. Incorporating Amendments Nos. 1 and 2. Fire detection and fire alarm systems. Part 3: Fire alarm devices - Sounders. [1]
- EN54-25:2008. Incorporating corrigenda September 2010 and March 2012. Fire detection and fire alarm systems. Part 25: Components using radio links. [2]
European union directives: EMS declares that this device is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.emsgroup.co.uk
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. For more information see www.recyclethis.info

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