Johnson Controls Simplex Remote Annunciator Panels

Introduction

Remote Annunciator Panels

Remote Annunciator Panels are dedicated purpose transponders that

support fire alarm system status information. Typical use is when the

host fire alarm control panel is located away from the area where those

responding to a fire situation need status information.

Status and Control

Controls are suitable for firefighter or other fire brigade responders to

access particular information and for system control. When equipped

with a remote microphone and emergency voice/alarm communications

system control, an authorized user can take command of the system

and either play selected pre-recorded messages or select specific tones,

or initiate live broadcast information either globally into the system, or to

selected areas.

Remote Master Firefighter Phone

When equipped with a remote master phone, the authorized user can

connect to remote phone call-in requests and callers can be connected

to each other. Although intended for use in assisting fire responders,

these system are also helpful during system setup and test.

Module Bay Description

Remote Annunciators

Remote annunciators include a bay assembly, a power distribution

interface module (PDI), a Transponder Interface Module, and an

interconnect harness. Communications with the host fire alarm

control panel are through a Remote Unit Interface (RUI or RUI+)

connection that allows for up to 2500 ft (762 m) distance. RUI can

communicate with up to a total of 31 remote devices for each master

controller (on one or multiple RUI channels) and can be wired as a

Class B or Class X communication pathway. Wiring can be either

shielded or unshielded, twisted, or untwisted single pair wiring.

Optional Expansion Bays

Each includes a PDI and accept a variety of optional modules for

specific annunciator functions.

The Battery Compartment

The battery compartment (bottom) accepts two batteries, up to 50 Ah.

Battery mounting does not interfere with available module space.

Packaging Availability

• Modules are power-limited (except as noted, such as relay modules)

• Enclosure are available for one, two, or three bay sizes or for cabinet

rack mounting

• Boxes, doors with tempered glass inserts, and dress panels are available

in beige or red (ordered separately)

• Refer to document  S4100-0037  for enclosure details.

Remote Command Center

The optional Remote Command Center occupies the top bay of a Remote

Annunciator. It provides an LCD status readout with keyswitch activated

control switches and a local tone-alert sounder. Features are essentially

identical to the Remote LCD Annunciator model 4603-9101 (reference

document S4603-0001).