Edwards Signaling Genesis Ceiling Speaker User Manual

Genesis Ceiling Speaker

Product description

The Genesis Ceiling Speaker is an audible fire alarm
notification appliance designed for indoor ceilings and walls.
See Table 1 for a list of model numbers.

The speaker includes a field configurable switch for selecting
the desired wattage tap. The wattage tap setting is locked in
place and remains visible after final installation.

Install this device in accordance with applicable requirements
in the latest editions of the NFPA codes and standards and
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Section 32, and in
accordance with the local authorities having jurisdiction.

Table 1: Models

Description Number

Speaker,
25 Vrms, white

Speaker,
25 Vrms, white, with
FIRE marking

Speaker,
70 Vrms, white

Speaker,
70 Vrms, white, with
FIRE marking

Speaker,
70 Vrms, red, with FIRE
marking

ADTGC-S2 MGC-S2
EGC-S2 XLSGC-S2
GC-S2 ZGC-S2
GC-S2-LG

ADTGCF-S2 MGCF-S2
EGCF-S2 XLSGCF-S2
GCF-S2 ZGCF-S2
GCF-S2-LG

ADTGC-S7 MGC-S7
EGC-S7 XLSGC-S7
GC-S7 ZGC-S7
GC-S7-LG

ADTGCF-S7 MGCF-S7
EGCF-S7 XLSGCF-S7
GCF-S7 ZGCF-S7
GCF-S7-LG

EGCFR-S7
GCFR-S7
MGCFR-S7

Specifications

Operating voltage: 25 Vrms (model S2), 70 Vrms (model S7)
Supervisory voltage: 30 V maximum
Sound level output: See Table 2
Speaker response: 400 to 4,000 Hz
Wire size: 12 to 18 AWG (2.50 to 0.75 sq mm)
Compatible electrical boxes

North American 4 in square electrical box, 2-1/8 in deep
(UL/ULC listed flush mounted with no extension ring)

Operating environment

Temperature: 32 to 120 °F (0 to 49 °C)
Humidity: 0 to 93% RH, noncondensing at 90 °F (32 °C)

Agency listings: Meets ULC-S541 and UL 1480 fifth edition.

Meets BS EN 60065:2002. Nameplate marking is located
on the inside surface of the device.

Table 2: Sound level output (dBA)

Wattage 25V (UL) 25V (ULC) 70V (UL) 70V (ULC)

1/4 W 80 78 80 81

1/2 W 84 81 84 81

1 W 87 87 87 87

2 W (UL) 90 91

2.2 W (ULC) 90 90

dBA = Decibels, A-weighted
UL 1480: Sound level output at 10 ft (3.05 m) measured in a

reverberant room using 400 to 4,000 Hz band limited pink
noise.

ULC-S541: Meets or exceeds 85 dBA in an anechoic chamber
at 10 ft (3.05 m).

Directional characteristics: Within 6 dB of on-axis sound level
when measured 90° off-axis (horizontal).

Installation instructions

Caution: Electrical supervision requires the wire run to be

broken at each terminal. Do not loop the signaling circuit field
wires around the terminals.

To install the speaker:

1. Remove the cover by depressing the tab on the side of the
unit with a small screwdriver. Turn the cover
counterclockwise to release.

2. Connect the speaker terminals to the signal circuit field
wiring. You must observe polarity for the unit to function
properly. See Figure 1.

3. Slide the wattage switch to the desired wattage tap (2 W,
1 W, 1/2 W, or 1/4 W) by aligning it with the indicator
below the switch. See Figure 2.

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4. Mount the unit onto a compatible electrical box. The switch
selector position must be as shown in Figure 3.

5. Replace the cover by positioning the alignment arrows
together and rotating the cover clockwise.

6. Test the unit for proper operation.

Input voltage matching the voltage rating of
the speaker (25 or 70 Vrms)

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To listed

fire alarm

control

panel

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SPKRCC

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device or

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device

Maintenance

This unit is not serviceable or repairable. Should the unit fail to
operate, contact the supplier for replacement.

Perform a visual inspection and an operational test twice a
year or as directed by the local authority having jurisdiction.

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Figure 1: Wiring diagram

Wattage switch Indicator

Figure 2: Wattage switch

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Figure 3: Mounting diagram (flush mounted electrical box)

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