Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra user manual

Product Overview

The Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra is an enhanced wired siren designed for both outdoor and indoor use. It features an LED frame and a powerful speaker capable of producing a sound volume of up to 107 dB.

As part of the Ajax system, the Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra communicates with a hub using Fibra wired technology. The communication range extends up to 2,000 meters when connected via a twisted pair U/UTP cat.5 cable. The siren is equipped with a built-in sealed battery that is charged via the Fibra line, providing power for alarm and event notifications. In the event of Fibra line damage or a power outage, the backup battery ensures continued operation.

The Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra is exclusively available through accredited Ajax Systems partners, who are authorized for its sale, installation, and administration.

Functional Elements

The siren comprises several key components:

• 1. LED frame: Provides visual indication.
• 2. LED indicator: Located in the lower right corner of the siren.
• 3. SmartBracket mounting panel: For secure installation.
• 4. First tamper: Triggers an alert when the SmartBracket is unlocked.
• 5. Second tamper: Detects attempts to detach the siren from the surface or SmartBracket.
• 6. Contacts: For connecting the siren to a hub.
• 7. QR code: Contains the siren ID/serial number.
• 8. Lock for SmartBracket: Secures the siren to the mounting panel.
• 9. Terminals: For connecting the siren to the Fibra line.
• 10. Bubble level: Aids in ensuring the mounting panel is level during installation.
• 11. Perforated parts: Facilitate wire routing.
• 12. Recesses: For convenient drilling of mounting holes.

Operating Principle

The siren performs four primary functions:

1. Informs about alarms: Responds to system alarms and tamper triggers with sound and LED backlight to deter intruders and attract attention.
2. Indicates security status: Provides visual notification of the system's armed status. It also alerts users to entry/leaving delays with sound and light signals.
3. Notifies of opening (Chime): When the system is disarmed, it signals the activation of opening detectors, useful in retail environments to alert staff to customer entry.
4. Notifies of triggering until disarmed: After an audible alert, the LED indicator flashes, allowing users and security personnel to identify triggered sirens.

Alarm Volume and Duration

Upon activation, the siren sounds for 3 seconds to 3 minutes, with a volume ranging from 85 to 107 dB. Users can configure alarm duration and volume, as well as specify which devices trigger the siren, through the Ajax apps.

Protection Against Sabotage

The Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra is equipped with tamper buttons that trigger an alarm if the main power is lost or if the siren enclosure is opened/broken, or if an attempt is made to remove it from the SmartBracket. Sabotage events provide detailed notifications including hub name, incident time, siren name, alarm type, and assigned virtual room.

The pre-installed battery ensures the siren can indicate and notify of alarms and events during power outages or Fibra line disruptions.

Fibra Data Transfer Protocol

The siren utilizes Fibra technology for transmitting alarms and events, offering fast and reliable two-way communication. This wired protocol supports bus connection for instant delivery of alarms and events, even with up to 100 devices connected. Fibra employs block encryption with a dynamic key to prevent sabotage and spoofing, with regular device polling by the hub to monitor communication and status.

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Sending Events to the Monitoring Station

Ajax systems can transmit alarms to the PRO Desktop monitoring app and central monitoring stations (CMS) using protocols such as SurGard (Contact ID), SIA (DC-09), and ADEMCO 685. The Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra can transmit the following events:

• Lid open/closed status.
• Mounting panel locked/unlocked status.
• Alarms related to main power loss/recovery.
• Connection loss/recovery between the siren and the hub.
• Siren turning off/on.
• Battery discharging/charging.
• Battery disconnecting/connecting.

Addressability allows for detailed event transmission to PRO Desktop and CMS, including device type, name, and location. The specific parameters transmitted may vary based on the CMS and communication protocol.

Note: Device ID, loop (zone) number, and line number can be found in the device's states.

Selecting the Installation Site

When selecting an installation site for the Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra, consider the following factors:

• Fibra signal strength.
• Required cable length for connection.
• Audibility of the siren's sound signal.
• Visibility of the siren's LED indication.

The siren is designed to withstand heat, cold, and temperature fluctuations, and is protected from rain and snow with an IP54 protection class. It can be installed on building facades without a canopy.

The recommended installation height is 2.5 meters or more to deter intruders. If this height is not feasible, the siren can be installed lower.

Follow placement recommendations for designing an Ajax system. The system design and installation should be performed by professionals. A list of authorized Ajax Systems partners is available here.

Do Not Install the Siren

• Near glass break detectors, as the sound may trigger false alarms.
• In locations where the siren's audio signal can be jammed.
• In places where the LED indication will not be visible.
• In areas with low or unstable Fibra signal strength.

Fibra Signal Strength

Fibra signal strength is determined by the ratio of undelivered or corrupted data packages to expected packages over a period. The Ajax app's Devices tab displays signal strength using icons:

• Three bars: Excellent signal strength.
• Two bars: Good signal strength.
• One bar: Low signal strength; stable operation not guaranteed.
• Crossed out icon: No signal; stable operation not guaranteed.

Factors affecting signal strength include:

• Number of devices on a Fibra line.
• Cable length and type.
• Correctness of wire connections to terminals.

What is Fibra signal strength test

Designing

Proper system design is crucial for correct installation and configuration. Consider the number and types of devices, their location and installation height, Fibra wire line lengths, and cable types. Tips for designing wired Fibra systems are available in this article.

Topologies

Ajax systems support three topologies: Beam (Radial wiring), Tree, and Ring.

Beam connection method

Occupies one line output of the hub. In case of a line break, only the connected segment functions; devices after the break lose connection.

Ring connection method

Occupies two line outputs of the hub. If the ring breaks, it reconfigures into two lines, maintaining normal operation. Users and security companies are notified of breaks.

Beam (Radial wiring) vs. Ring Topology:

Both topologies can be used on the same hub. For example, a hub can support two Ring connections and four Beam topology connections.

Various devices, including opening detectors, motion detectors with photo verification, sirens, and keypads, can be connected to a single Fibra line.

For Beam (Radial wiring) topology, a 120 Ohm terminating resistor must be installed at the end of the line, connected to the signal terminals of the last device.

Diagram showing Hub Hybrid connected to a Fibra device via a terminating resistor.

Line branching and Tree topology require Superior LineSplit Fibra.

Cable Length and Type

The maximum communication range for Beam (Radial wiring) is 2,000 m, and for Ring topology, it is 500 m.

Recommended cable types:

• U/UTP cat.5 4×2×0.51 mm (24 AWG) cable, copper conductor.
• 4×0.22 mm² signal cable, copper conductor.

Using different cable types may affect the communication range. Only tested cable types are recommended.

Verification Using a Calculator

Ajax has developed a Fibra power supply calculator to ensure correct project calculation and system functionality. The calculator assists in verifying communication quality and cable length for wired Fibra devices based on the system design.

Image: Fibra power calculator interface.

Preparing for Installation

Cable Arrangement

When laying cables, adhere to local electrical and fire safety regulations. Routing cables inside walls, floors, and ceilings provides invisibility, protection from intruders, and durability against external factors.

If internal routing is not possible, protect cables with conduits or corrugated pipes, ensuring they are hidden and free from sagging, tangling, or twisting.

Avoid routing cables near sources of electromagnetic interference such as motors, generators, transformers, and power lines. Use twisted-pair cable in such areas.

Cable Routing

Consider general electrical installation requirements, installation height, fastening methods, and cable insertion into the enclosure when routing cables.

Refer to the 'Selecting the installation site' section before installation. Deviations from the system project or installation rules may lead to incorrect operation and loss of connection.

Inspect cables for bends and damage before routing; replace damaged cables.

Signal cables should be laid at least 50 cm from power cables when parallel, and at a 90° angle when intersecting.

Preparing Cables for Connection

Strip the cable using a special insulation stripper. Tin or crimp the wire ends with a sleeve for reliable connection and oxidation protection. Recommended cable lug sizes are 0.75 to 1 mm² (18 to 17 AWG).

Installation and Connection

Connecting Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra to a Hub

1. Turn off line power using the Ajax PRO app (Hub → Settings → Lines → Lines Power Supply).
2. Connect the device cable to the hub casing and wire it to the appropriate hub line.

Diagram showing hub line connections and terminal labels (+24V, A, B, GND).

Terminal definitions:

• +24V: Power terminal.
• A, B: Signal terminals.
• GND: Ground.

3. Remove the SmartBracket mounting panel. Cut out the perforated part for cable routing from the siren's bottom or through the wall. Optionally, drill 6 mm holes on the top of the SmartBracket.
4. If the siren is not the last device on the line, prepare a second cable. Tin and solder the wire ends of both cables together before inserting them into the device terminals.
5. Connect the wires to the terminals, ensuring correct polarity and order. Secure the cable with ties.

Diagram illustrating wire connections to Fibra device terminals.

Terminal definitions:

• +24V: Power phase.
• A, B: Signal terminals.
• GND: Ground.

6. If the siren is the last device on a Beam (Radial wiring) line, install a terminating resistor. For Ring connection, a terminating resistor is not needed.
7. Temporarily attach the SmartBracket panel to a vertical surface for device testing. The recommended installation height is 2.5 m or more.
8. Install the device onto the SmartBracket mounting panel.
9. Turn on line power in the Ajax PRO app (Hub → Settings → Lines → Lines Power Supply). The LED lighting will indicate the device is powered on.
10. Add the Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra to the hub.
11. Run the Fibra signal strength test. Aim for two or three bars. If the signal is weak (one or zero bars), check connection correctness and cable integrity.

How to test operability in the correct way

12. Run the Volume test. Adjust volume or reposition the siren if it is difficult to hear.
13. If the siren passes all tests, securely fix the SmartBracket mounting panel using all provided screws, including the one in the perforated part above the tamper.

Note: Do not use double-sided adhesive tape for fixing the siren, as it may detach unexpectedly.

14. Slide the device onto the SmartBracket mounting panel and lock it to reduce the risk of burglary or sabotage.

Adding to an Ajax System

Sirens can be added to an Ajax system automatically or manually via the Ajax PRO app.

Note: Device compatibility should be checked before adding. Only verified partners can add and configure Fibra devices in Ajax PRO apps.

Check the device compatibility

Types of accounts and their rights

Before Adding the Device

1. Install the Ajax PRO app.
2. Log in to a PRO account or create a new one.
3. Select or create a space.
4. Add at least one virtual room.
5. Add a compatible hub to the space, ensuring it is powered on and has internet access.
6. Ensure the space is disarmed and the hub is not undergoing an update.

How to Add Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra

To add the siren automatically:

1. Open the Ajax PRO app and select the hub.
2. Navigate to the Devices tab and select Add Device.
3. Choose 'Add all Fibra devices'. The hub will scan Fibra lines, and devices not yet added will be displayed.
4. Select the device; its LED indicator will flash to confirm.
5. Set the device name, room, and security group (if Group mode is enabled). Save the settings.

To add the siren manually:

1. Open the Ajax PRO app and select the hub.
2. Navigate to the Devices tab and select Add Device.
3. Assign a name to the device.
4. Scan or manually enter the QR code (located on the enclosure back and packaging).
5. Select a virtual room and security group (if Group mode is enabled).
6. Press Add. If connection fails, verify the wired connection. An error notification appears if the hub has reached its device limit.

Note: Up to 10 sirens or keypads with built-in sirens can be connected to one hub.

The Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra works with only one hub at a time. Connecting to a new hub disconnects it from the old one.

Functionality Testing

Available tests for Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra:

• Fibra signal strength test: Assesses signal strength and stability at the installation site.
• Volume test: Checks the current siren volume and allows selection of the optimal level.

To run a test:

1. Select a hub in the Ajax PRO app.
2. Go to the Devices menu.
3. Select Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra.
4. Access the siren's settings via the gear icon ⚙️.
5. Select either 'Fibra signal strength test' or 'Volume Test'.
6. Follow the app prompts to run the test.

Icons

Icons in the Ajax app indicate device states:

1. Select a hub in the Ajax app.
2. Go to the Devices tab.
3. Find Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra in the list.

States

States provide information about the device and its operating parameters. Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra states can be viewed in Ajax apps.

1. Select a hub in an Ajax app.
2. Go to the Devices tab.
3. Select Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra from the list of devices.

Settings

To change Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra settings in an Ajax app:

1. Go to the Devices tab.
2. Select Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra from the list.
3. Go to Settings via the gear icon ⚙️.
4. Adjust the required settings.
5. Tap Back to save changes.

Setting the Siren Response to Device Alarms

In Ajax apps, you can configure the siren's response to alarms from individual detectors. This is useful if you do not want the siren to activate for specific device alarms, such as those from LeaksProtect Jeweller.

To set the siren response to a device alarm:

1. Open an Ajax app.
2. Go to the Devices tab.
3. Select the device for which to configure the siren response.
4. Go to the device Settings via the gear icon ⚙️.
5. Find the 'Alert with siren' option and enable or disable it.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 for other system devices.

Note: By default, the siren response is enabled for alarms of all devices in the system.

Setting the Siren Response to Tamper Alarms

You can configure the siren's response to tamper alarms for each system device. The siren will beep when a device tamper is triggered.

To set the siren response to a tamper alarm:

1. Open an Ajax app.
2. Go to the Devices tab.
3. Select a hub and go to its Settings.
4. Select the Service menu.
5. Go to Sounds and Alerts.
6. Enable the 'Alert with siren if lid of hub or any detector is open' option.
7. Click Back to save new settings.

Note: The tamper button responds to enclosure opening/closing, regardless of the armed mode.

Setting the Siren Response to Pressing an In-App Panic Button

You can configure the siren's response to panic button presses within the Ajax app.

To set the siren response to pressing an in-app panic button:

1. Open an Ajax app.
2. Go to the Devices tab.
3. Select a hub and go to its Settings.
4. Select the Service menu.
5. Go to Sounds and alerts.
6. Enable the 'Alert with siren if in-app panic button is pressed' option.
7. Tap Back to save new settings.

Setting the Siren After-Alarm Indication

The siren can provide post-alarm indication using LED signals. The system registers the alarm, the siren sounds, and uses a light pattern based on the 'LED indication type' setting.

• LED indicator in the lower right corner flashes twice every 3 seconds.
• Entire LED frame flashes once every 15 seconds (if battery is sufficient).

Indication continues until the system is disarmed.

Note: After-alarm indication does not apply to always active detectors triggered during system disarming.

To enable the siren after-alarm indication in the Ajax PRO app:

1. Go to the siren settings: Hub → Settings → Service → LED indication.
2. Specify events for which sirens will provide double LED flashing before system disarming (e.g., Confirmed intrusion/hold-up alarm, Lid opening).
3. Press 'Select devices' and choose the required sirens.
4. Tap Back to apply all settings.

Setting Specific Alerts on Alarm Cancellation and Alarm Abort

Ajax PRO apps allow setting which devices beep upon alarm cancellation or abort. The 'Alarm cancellation annunciation' and 'Alarm abort annunciation' features are required for systems compliant with ANSI/SIA CP-01-2019 standard.

To select devices for annunciations:

1. Select the required hub and go to Settings → Service → Arming/disarming process.
2. Ensure 'ANSI/SIA CP-01-2019' is selected for 'Compliance with standard'.
3. Select devices for 'Specific alert on alarm cancellation' and 'Specific alert on alarm abort' features.
4. Tap Back to apply settings.

Learn more about ANSI/SIA CP-01-2019 system requirements

Note: Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra is not certified according to ANSI/SIA CP-01-2019.

How to Set Up Chime

When 'Chime on opening' is enabled, the siren provides a short beep when opening detectors are triggered while the system is disarmed. This is useful in retail settings to alert staff.

Notifications are configured in two stages: setting up sirens and setting up opening detectors.

What is Chime

To set up a siren:

1. Go to the Devices tab.
2. Select the required siren.
3. Go to the siren Settings via the gear icon ⚙️.
4. Go to the Beeps settings menu.
5. Enable the 'Chime on opening' option in the 'Beep when disarmed' section.
6. Set the beep volume (Quiet - 85 dB, Loud - 97 dB, Very loud - 107 dB). Volume measured 1 m from the siren.

Note: The specified Beep volume also applies to arming/disarming and entry/leaving delays.

7. Tap Back to save settings.
8. Set up the opening detector.

How to set up Chime for opening detectors

Indication

Maintenance

Clean the siren enclosure from dust, cobwebs, and other contaminants using a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using alcohol, acetone, gasoline, or other active solvents.

Technical Specifications

All technical specifications of Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra

Compliance with standards

Setup in compliance with EN requirements

Setup in compliance with ANSI/SIA CP-01-2019 requirements

Setup in compliance with NF and A2P requirements

Complete Set

1. Superior StreetSiren Plus Fibra.
2. SmartBracket mounting panel.
3. Installation kit.
4. Quick start guide.

Warranty

The warranty for Ajax Systems Manufacturing products is valid for 2 years after purchase. For technical issues, contact Ajax Technical Support. Most issues can be resolved remotely.

Warranty obligations

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