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Security

Overview

The Genesis line of signals are among the smallest, most compact
audible-visible emergency signaling devices in the world. About the
size of a deck of playing cards, these devices are designed to blend
with any decor.

Thanks to patented breakthrough technology, GE Security Genesis
strobes do not require bulky specular reflectors and lenses. Instead,
an exclusive cavity design conditions light to produce a highly
controlled distribution pattern. Significant development efforts em­ploying this new technology have given rise to a new benchmark in
strobe performance – FullLight technology.

FullLight strobe technology produces a smooth light distribution pat­tern without the spikes and voids characteristic of specular reflectors.
This ensures the entire coverage area receives consistent illumina­tion from the strobe flash. As a result, Genesis strobes with FullLight
technology go well beyond the minimum UL-required “T” pattern,
significantly exceeding UL-1971 light distribution requirements.

Genesis strobes and chime-strobes offer 15 to 110 candela output,
which is selectable with a conveniently-located switch on the side
of the device. The candela output setting remains clearly visible
even after final installation, yet it stays locked in place to prevent
unauthorized tampering.

Genesis signals feature textured housings in architecturally neutral white
or traditional fire red. An ingenious iconographic symbol indicates the
purpose of the device. This universal symbol is code-compliant and is
easily recognized by all building occupants regardless of what language
they speak. Models with “FIRE” markings are also available.

Strobes, Horns, Bells & Chimes

Standard Features

Unique low-profile design

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– The most compact UL-1971 listed strobe available
– Ultra-slim – protrudes less than one inch from the wall
– Attractive appearance
– No visible mounting screws

Three field-configurable options in one device

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– Select 15, 30, 75, or 110 cd strobe output
– Select non-coded (default), temporal, or coded (single-stroke)
chime operation
– Select high (default) or low dB chime output

Easy to install

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– Fits standard 1-gang electrical boxes – no trim plate needed
– Optional trim plate accommodates oversized openings
– Pre-assembled with captive hardware
– #12 AWG terminals – ideal for long runs or existing wiring

Unparalleled performance

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– Single microprocessor controls both chime and strobe
– Chime produces a pleasing mellow tone
– Independent chime control over a single pair of wires
– Industry’s most even light distribution
– Meets tough synchronizing standards for strobes
– Low current draw minimizes system overhead
– Highly regulated in-rush current

Chimes &
Chime-Strobes

Genesis Series

One or more

patents pending.

MEA

Pending

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Data Sheet FX85001-0574 Issue 2

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Note: Strobes must have continuous voltage.

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Strobes

Genesis strobes are UL 1971-listed for use indoors as wall-mounted
public-mode notification appliances for the hearing impaired. Prevail­ing codes require strobes to be used where ambient noise conditions
exceed specified levels, where occupants use hearing protection,
and in areas of public accommodation. Consult with your Authority
Having Jurisdiction for details.

All Genesis strobes exceed UL synchronization requirements (within
10 milliseconds other over a two-hour period) when used with a
synchronization source. Synchronization is important in order to
avoid epileptic sensitivity.

NOTE: The flash intensity of some visible signals may not be adequate
to alert or waken occupants in the protected area. Research indicates
that the intensity of strobe needed to awaken 90% of sleeping persons is
approximately 100 cd. GE Security recommends that strobes in sleeping
rooms be rated at at least 110 cd.

WARNING: These devices will not operate without electrical power. As fires
frequently cause power interruptions, further safeguards such as backup
power supplies may be required.

Chimes

Genesis chimes produce a pleasing mellow tone. When steady
(non-stroked) voltage is applied, the chime automatically pulses at 60
strokes per minute, or may be field-configured for temporal output.
When installed with a GIM Signal Master Module, the chime may also
be field-configured for coded operation, which enables the chime
output to match the rate that voltage is applied to the circuit.

The chime’s 79 dBA (peak) output level makes this device suitable
for many private mode applications. Chimes may be set for low dB
output with a jumper cut that reduces sound output by about 5 dB.

Genesis chimes are intended as audible signaling devices for
private-mode applications. For public-mode audible signaling, use
Genesis horns and horn-strobes.

Suggested sound pressure level for each private mode signaling
zone used with alert or alarm signals is at least 10 dB above the
average ambient sound level, or 5 dB above the maximum sound
level having a duration of at least 60 seconds, whichever is greater,
measured 5’ (1.5 m). above the floor. The average ambient sound
level is the RMS, A-weighted sound pressure measured over a 24­hour period.

Doubling the distance from the signal to the ear will theoretically
result in a 6 dB reduction of the received sound pressure level. The
actual effect depends on the acoustic properties of materials in the
space. A 3 dBA difference represents a barely noticeable change in
volume.

Installation

Genesis chimes and strobes mount to any
standard one-gang surface or flush electrical
box. Matching optional trim plates are used
to cover oversized openings and can ac­commodate one-gang, two-gang, four-inch
square, or octagonal boxes, and European
100 mm square.

All Genesis signals come pre-

Genesis Chime-strobe with

optional trim plate

assembled with captive mounting screws for
easy installation. Two tabs at the top of the

signal unlock the cover to reveal the mount­ing hardware. The shallow depth of Genesis devices leaves ample
room behind the signal for extra wiring. Once installed with the
cover in place, no mounting screws are visible.

Field Configuration

Genesis strobes and chime-strobes may be set for 15, 30, 75, or
110 candela output. The output setting is changed by simply open-

ing the device and sliding the switch to the desired setting. The
device does not have to be removed to change the output setting.
The setting remains visible through a small window on the side of
the device after the cover is closed.

Chimes and chime-strobes are factory set for high dB output.
Optional low dB output may be selected by cutting a jumper on the
circuit board. This reduces the audible output by about 5 dB.

A second jumper cut changes the chime output from the factory set
rate of 60 strokes per minute to three-pulse temporal output.

Chimes may also be configured for single-stroke coded opera­tion. This operates the chime once each time voltage is applied to
the circuit. Voltage must be discontinued and then re-applied to
operate the chime again. These optional coders produce a pre­determined pattern of audible signals. A Genesis Signal Master is
required when chimes are configured for coded operation.

Wiring

Field wiring terminals accommodate #18 to #12 AWG (0.75 mm² to

2.5 mm²) wiring. Chimes, strobes, and combination chime-strobes are
interconnected with a single pair of wires as shown below.

Chime dBA output

UL464 Average Peak

high low high low high low

16 Vdc 58.2 52.8 66.1 61 77 72.8
24 Vdc 60.8 55.6 67.8 63.2 78.6 74.7
33 Vdc 61.3 56.1 68.1 63.7 79.4 75.9

Notes

1. All values shown are measured at 10 feet (3.01m).

2. UL464 values measured in reverberation room.

3. Average and peak values are measured in anechoic chamber.

Light output - (effective cd)

Percent of UL rating versus angle

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