Federal Signal Corporation Informer100 Speaker, I-IP100ACX, I-IP100DCX Description, Specifications, And Installation Manual

Informer100™ Speaker

Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX

IP-Enabled High-Powered Indoor/Outdoor Speaker

For use in hazardous locations

25500437
Rev. A0 1117
Printed in U.S.A.

© Copyright 2017 Federal Signal Corporation

Strobe is optional.

Description, Specications,

and Installation Manual

Limited Warranty

This product is subject to and covered by a limited warranty,
a copy of which can be found at www.fedsig.com/SSG-Warranty.
A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written
request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive,
University Park, IL 60484, email to [e-mail] or
call [phone].

This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or
implied, contractual or statutory, including, but not limited to the
warranty of merchantability, warranty of tness for a particular
purpose and any warranty against failure of its essential purpose.

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University Park, Illinois 60484-3617

www.fedsig.com

Customer Support 800-548-7229 • [phone]
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All products indicated are trademarks of Federal Signal Corporation.

All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Contents

Safety Messages......................................................................................................................................................5

Safety Messages to Installers ............................................................................................................................. 5

General Description ................................................................................................................................................8

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................8

Features .............................................................................................................................................................. 9

Specications ........................................................................................................................................................10

Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................12

Determine a Suitable Location .......................................................................................................................... 12

Wall Mounting ...................................................................................................................................................12

Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Speaker Housing ................................................................................13

Pole Mounting .................................................................................................................................................. 16

Large Pole Mounting (6 in diameter or larger) ..........................................................................................16

Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 in or 4-1/2 in diameter poles) ........................................................................ 16

Mounting with Omni Direction Bracket (2-3/8 in diameter pole) ........................................................................18

Mounting without Bracket .................................................................................................................................. 19

Opening the Housing ........................................................................................................................................19

Wiring Power to the Control Board ...................................................................................................................20

Wiring to the Relay Outputs .............................................................................................................................. 22

Wiring to the Alarm Initiation Input Connections ...............................................................................................22

Ethernet Port ..................................................................................................................................................... 23

Putting the Informer100 Speaker into Standalone Mode .................................................................................. 23

Relay Outputs ..................................................................................................................................................23

Closing the Housing .......................................................................................................................................... 24

Ordering Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................24

Getting Service ......................................................................................................................................................24

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Tables

Table 1 Electrical ...................................................................................................................................................10

Table 2 Visual Indications (Located on internal control board.) ....................................................................... 11

Table 3 Connectors and Jacks (Control board connectors) ............................................................................. 11

Table 4 Environmental and Physical ...................................................................................................................12

Table 5 Hazardous Location Ratings ................................................................................................................... 12

Table 6 Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................... 24

Figures

Figure 1 Front and Back of Informer100 Speaker ..............................................................................................10

Figure 2 Bracket attached to speaker..................................................................................................................13

Figure 3 Width and height of bracket ..................................................................................................................14

Figure 4 Depth and height with bracket ..............................................................................................................14

Figure 5 Top view of speaker ...............................................................................................................................15

Figure 6 Ceiling mount ..........................................................................................................................................15

Figure 7 Bracket I-IP100-PMW .............................................................................................................................. 16

Figure 8 Bracket I-IP100-PM .................................................................................................................................17

Figure 9 Bracket I-IP100-OMNI .............................................................................................................................18

Figure 10 Surface mount hole center dimensions .............................................................................................19

Figure 11 Opening speaker...................................................................................................................................20

Figure 12 DC Controller Board ............................................................................................................................. 21

Figure 13 AC Controller Board ............................................................................................................................22

Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

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Safety Messages

It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be
installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country electric
codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes.

Planning

• If suitable warning equipment is not selected, the installation site for the Informer100
Speaker is not selected properly or the Informer100 Speaker is not installed
properly, it may not produce the intended optimum audible warning. Follow Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommendations.

• If Informer100 Speakers are not activated in a timely manner when an emergency
condition exists, they cannot provide the intended audible warning. It is imperative
that knowledgeable people, who are provided with the necessary information, are
available at all times to authorize activation.

• When Informer100 Speakers are used out of doors, people indoors may not be able to
hear the warning signals. Separate warning devices or procedures may be needed to
effectively warn people indoors.

Safety Messages

• The sound output of Informer100 Speaker is capable of causing permanent hearing
damage. To prevent excessive exposure, carefully plan placement, post warnings, and
restrict access to areas near sirens.

• Activating the Informer100 Speaker may not result in people taking the desired
actions if those to be warned are not properly trained about the meaning of warning
sounds. Users should follow FEMA recommendations and instruct those to be
warned of correct actions to be taken.

After installation, service, or maintenance, test the system to conrm that it is operating
properly. Test the system regularly to conrm that it will be operational in an emergency.

Safety Messages to Installers

People’s lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow
all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a trained
electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electrical Code and/or Canadian
Electrical Code and will follow the NEC and/or CEC Guidelines as well as all local
codes. NEPA70, Chapter 5, “Special Occupancies,” must be followed. This Informer100
Speaker should be considered a part of the warning system and not the entire warning
system.

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Safety Messages

The selection of the mounting location for this Informer100 Speaker, its controls and the
routing of the wiring are to be accomplished under the direction of the Facilities Engineer
and the Safety Engineer. In addition, listed below are some other important safety
instructions and precautions you should follow:

• Electrocution or severe personal injury can occur when performing various

• Read and understand all instructions before installing, operating, or servicing this

• This product shall be mounted at the minimum hearing distance of ten feet in

• All effective warning sounds may, in certain circumstances, cause permanent hearing

installation and service functions such as making electrical connections, drilling
holes, or lifting equipment. Therefore only experienced electricians should install
this product in accordance with national, state and any other electrical codes having
jurisdiction. Perform all work under the direction of the installation or service crew
safety foreman.

equipment.

accordance with FEMA guidelines limiting sound level exposure to 123 dBc
maximum sound level.

loss. Take appropriate precautions such as wearing hearing protection. Maximum

sound level exposure limits specied in OSHA 29 CFR 1910 should not be exceeded.

• These devices are intended for permanent installation and operation in accordance
with Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 110–113, or Title 33, Code of
Federal Regulations, Part 183, Sub-part I, Section 183.410, and the applicable
requirements of the American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc., and/or ANSI/NFPA 302,
“Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft.”

• For optimum sound distribution do not install this speaker where objects would block
any portion of the front of the Informer100 Speaker.

• Do not paint the Informer100 Speaker. No nish or coating is required. Paint may

obstruct the sound output, reducing the effectiveness of the horn.

• Establish a procedure to routinely check the signal system for proper activation and
operation.

• Any maintenance to the unit MUST be performed by a trained electrician in

accordance with NEC Guidelines and local codes or a Federal Signal certied

Service Provider.

• Never alter the unit in any manner.

• The nameplate should NOT be obscured, as it contains cautionary and/or other
information of importance to maintenance personnel.

• After installation and completion of initial system test, provide a copy of these
instructions to all personnel responsible for operation, periodic testing, and
maintenance of the equipment.

• File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and/or
reinstalling the device.

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Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

Safety Messages

• This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D; Class II,
Division 2, Groups F and G; Class Ill or nonhazardous locations only.

• Substitution of any components may impair suitability for Division 2.

EXPLOSION HAZARD: Do not disconnect the equipment unless power has
been switched off or unless the area is known to be non-hazardous.

EXPLOSION HAZARD: Do not remove or replace fuse when energized.

Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage,
serious injury, or death.

Installation and Service

• After installation or service, test the system to conrm that it is operating properly.
Test the system regularly to conrm that it will be operational in an emergency.

• If future service and operating personnel do not have these instructions to refer to,
the system may not provide the intended audible warning and service personnel
may be exposed to death, permanent hearing loss, or other bodily injury. File these
instructions in a safe place and refer to them periodically. Give a copy of these
instructions to new recruits and trainees. Also give a copy to anyone who is going to
service or repair the Informer100 Speaker.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than what

is contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualied to do so. Refer all
servicing to qualied service personnel. Always test the Informer100 Speaker before

using after repairs have been made.

Ethernet Wiring

• Unless shielded or run in conduit, Ethernet wiring must be at least six feet from bare
power wiring or lightning rods and associated wires, and at least six inches from
other wire (for example, antenna wires, doorbell wires, wires from transformers to
neon signs), steam or hot water pipes, and heating ducts.

• Do not place Ethernet wiring or connections in any conduit, outlet or junction box
containing high voltage electrical wiring.

Symbol Denition

_A _V

Pay careful attention to the notice located on the equipment.

Read and understand the information contained in this manual before
attempting to install or service the siren.

Indicates to reduce the risk of re, replace fuse as marked.

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General Description

General Description

Introduction

The Informer100 Speaker is an indoor and outdoor IP-enabled 100-watt speaker that

can be used in hazardous (classied) locations. Use the Informer100 as a warning and

alert device with both audible and visual indicators. The audible capabilities include
locally stored high-quality, high-powered tones and voice. The visual indicators include
the use of message board/scrolling display sign support and strobes, lights and beacons.
The Informer100 can be equipped with up to four local initiation devices (switches)

to activate the unit locally and to the Commander controller for mass notication

communications.

The Informer100 Speaker has an internal 100-watt amplier/driver to deliver tone

warnings and intelligible voice messages from Informer100 stored memory. The
Informer100 also has several unique capabilities when working with the Federal Signal
Commander software. Using Commander software, the Informer100 can play text-to-

speech, stream WAV les or can broadcast live PA. In addition, Commander software can

perform a talk/listen to individual Informer100s to allow call-box type communications.
The Informer100 also has remote volume control for optimizing sound levels across
your alerting area. The remote volume control also includes an ambient noise monitoring
capability to automatically adjust volume depending on external noise levels.

The Informer100 allows connection of up to four external switches to activate predened
alert events. The Informer100 can be programmed and congured as a standalone device

to only use the inputs to activate the Informer100. This may be useful if the location has
no network connectivity, but where voice and tone alerts from locally activated inputs is
required. The Informer100 can be networked later and the activations can be brought into
the Commander system for full system capability. When the Informer100 is networked
using the Commander software, alerts initiated at the Informer100 can be used to activate
other devices. The Commander software system can also alert emergency personnel via
email, SMS and handheld radios using optional messaging software.

The Informer100 includes two relay outputs for controlling strobes or other devices. The
Informer100 has a ½-inch NPT opening on the top of the speaker for simple installation
of pipe mount devices. The bottom of the speaker has three ¾-inch NPT openings to
allow access to power, LAN, relay outputs, and activation inputs. The Commander

system allows multiple congurations for activation of the relays during alerts.

The Informer100 is designed for outdoor use and large indoor structures. It can be
powered from 120/240 Vac or 24 Vdc depending on the model purchased. All wiring
interfaces are accessible via internal connectors and built-in NPT entrances for quick and
easy installation.

The Informer100 comes with an adjustable stainless steel wall mount bracket that allows
the angle of the speaker to be adjusted. Optional pole mount brackets are available for
small and large diameter poles.

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Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

Features

General Description

The Informer100 has the following features; some features require the use of the
Commander software system:

• High-powered outdoor or indoor IP-enabled speaker for audible and visual alerts

• Speaker rated at 120 dBa for tones and 114.5 dBa for voice at 10 feet

• Seven standard built-in warning signals: Wail, Steady, Alternate Wail, Alternate
Steady, Pulsed Wail, Pulsed Steady, Auxiliary Chime

• Broadcasts live voice, text-to-speech and prerecorded voice or tone les

• Deliver intelligible voice messages from locally pre-recorded les or through the

Commander system

• Pre-recorded les: 250 messages with 15 minutes of recording time

• Ambient noise level monitoring with automatic volume control

• Each device can be individually congured for volume and noise-level adjustments

• Remote volume control for optimizing sound levels

• Speaker as microphone for talk back feature

• Alerts can be sent to single devices, groups or zones, or all devices

• Commander Software control and activation

• Wall or pole mount options

• Four local alarm initiation inputs to activate unit locally or standalone operation
Momentary mode: contact closure sounds alarm for programmed duration.
Continuous mode: sounds alarm for duration of closure.

• Two relay outputs to control strobes or other devices

• 120/240 Vac or 24 Vdc powered (two models)

• Wide outdoor temperature operating range

• Federal Signal Commander software provides full two-way control and status
monitoring

• Allows remote software upgrades

• The lnformerl00 models are designed specically for use in Class I, Division 2,

Groups A, B, C, D; Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G; and Class Ill locations as

dened in the National Electrical Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70.

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Specications

The following is a picture of the Informer100 Speaker shown with optional FB2PST
Fireball® Strobe Warning Light and the back shown with standard wall-mount bracket.

Figure 1 Front and Back of Informer100 Speaker

Specications

Table 1 Electrical

Operating Voltages I-IP100ACX
Switch-selectable 120 or 240 Vac

Operating Current I-IP100ACX 120 Vac; 26 mA Standby, 1.50 A during a function

Operating Voltages I-IP100DCX 24 Vdc

Operating Current I-IP100DCX 24 Vdc; 100 mA Standby, 5.15 A during a function

Relay Outputs 2 A at 30 Vdc or 250 Vac, 25 A max inrush, N.O. dry

Ethernet Port IEEE 802.3, 10/100 Base-T connection

Alarm Initiating Inputs Four optically Isolated Inputs

Audio Storage Warning siren audio, seven factory installed tones: Wail,

Audio Data 8 bit 8 kHz mono WAV

Audio Frequency response 300 Hz to 3000 Hz, +1 to -3 dB per octave

Maximum Audio Output 100 W, 120 dBa tones/114.5 dBa for voice at 10 feet

120 Vac nom, 50/60 Hz or
240 Vac nom, 50/60 Hz

240 Vac; 21 mA Standby, 820 mA during a function

contacts

Dry Contact closure < 1 K ohms
NOTE: The four optically isolated Alarm Initiation Inputs
allow remote activation of tones and messages through
a volt-free, dry-contact closure.
The momentary contact closure must be a minimum of
500 ms.

Steady, Alternate Wail, Alternate Steady, Pulsed Wail,
Pulsed Steady, Auxiliary Chime
Prerecorded les—up to 250 messages with up to
15 minutes of recording time

Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

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Specications

The following indicators are for troubleshooting purposes only. These indicators are not
visible when the unit is closed.

Table 2 Visual Indications (Located on internal control board.)

POWER Green LED turns on when power is connected. D5

ISOLATED POWER Green LED turns on when Isolated power for inputs and relay

outputs is functioning. D6

CPU Flashing RED LED indicates the CPU is running its program. D18

NETWORK Green LED turns on when unit has made a connection to the

network. D27

LISTEN Red LED turns on when Commander is listening. Unit is sending

audio to Commander. D25

TALK Green LED turns on when Commander is talking. Unit is playing

audio being sent. D26

AMPOUTPUT
VOLTAGE

AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT
CURRENT

ACTIVATION
INPUT #1

ACTIVATION
INPUT #2

ACTIVATION
INPUT #3

ACTIVATION
INPUT #4

Green LED turns on when amplier is active. Brightness indicates
level of amplier output. D2

Green LED turns on when amplier is active. Brightness indicates
level of amplier output. D8

Red LED turns on when Activation input #1 is being activated. D12

Red LED turns on when Activation input #2 is being activated. D14

Red LED turns on when Activation input #3 is being activated. D16

Red LED turns on when Activation input #4 is being activated. D17

Table 3 Connectors and Jacks (Control board connectors)

JP2 Serial Port for factory approved programming or for message board

display

JP3 Pin Jack Short pins 1 and 2 for standalone mode

JP4 Relay Outputs 1 and 2 Relay 1 Normally Open

3 and 4 Relay 2 Normally Open

JP5 Initiation inputs 1 and 2 – ISO Ground/Input 1

3 and 4 – ISO Ground/Input 2
5 and 6 – ISO Ground/Input 3
7 and 8 – ISO Ground/Input 4

NOTE: JP6, JP7, JP8 and JP9 are physically connected to provide
a distribution of AC or DC power. The combined load of all power
should not exceed 8 amperes AC/DC, 25 A max inrush

JP6 and JP7
AC/DC Power
Distribution

JP8
Input for AC/DC
Power Distribution

1 – L1/Hot/(+) 24 Vdc
2 – L2/Neutral/(-) 24 Vdc Gnd
3 – Earth Ground

1 – L1/Hot/(+) 24 Vdc
2 – L2/Neutral/(-) 24 Vdc Gnd
3 – Earth Ground

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JP9 Reserved for factory testing

JP10 Reserved for factory testing

JP11 Short to restore factory default settings

Table 4 Environmental and Physical

Operating temp range -40°F to +104°F / -40°C to +40°C

Humidity range 0-95%, non-condensing

Size 7 in height, 9 in width, 10 in length

178 mm x 229 mm x 254 mm

Weight
I-IP100DCX
I-IP100ACX

Table 5 Hazardous Location Ratings

T-CODE AT 40°C

CLASS I, DIV 2, GRPS A,B,C,D T5

CLASS II, DIV 2, GRPS F,G T6

CLASS III T6

16.2 lb/7.35 kg

19.2 lb/8.71 kg

Installation

Read and adhere to all safety warnings in this manual before installing the
Informer100 Speaker.

Electrocution or severe personal injury can occur when making electrical
connections, drilling holes, or lifting equipment. Therefore, experienced
electricians in accordance with national and local electrical codes, acting
under the direction of the installation crew safety foreman, should perform
installation.

Determine a Suitable Location

The Informer100 can be mounted on any relatively at surface with the supplied

mounting brackets. The mounting surface must be capable of supporting the weight of
the speaker. This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D;
Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G; Class III or nonhazardous locations only.

Wall Mounting

The Informer100 Speaker comes standard with a bracket for vertical wall or pole mount

with optional pole accessories. The standard mount can be ipped to allow ceiling mount.

To wall mount the Informer100 Speaker, do the following:

1. Find suitable location to mount speaker. Use industry or company preferred practices
when mounting hardware to structures.

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Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

2. Verify the mounting is adequate to hold the weight of speaker, cables and visual
devices, if equipped.

3. Refer to Figure 3 or use the U-shaped wall bracket as a template to scribe the
mounting hole locations.

4. Mount the Informer100 Speaker to the mounting surface with user-supplied
hardware. Federal Signal recommends 3/8 in fasteners.

5. Loosen the pivot bolts to provide the direction of the speaker.

Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Speaker Housing

Do the following to attach the brackets:

1. The mounting brackets are attached to the speaker as shown below using the six
supplied ¼-20 x 5/8 in screws.

Note the orientation of the curved slots on the L-shaped brackets, this orientation is

important to allow the speaker to be pivoted downward.

2. Tighten the ¼-20 x 5/8 in screws to approximately 80 in-lb.

Installation

3. Attach the U-shaped wall bracket with four supplied sets of 3/8-16 x 1 in bolts, at

washers, lock washers, and nuts.

Figure 2 Bracket attached to speaker

1/4-20 x 5/8" screws (6)

Note the orientation
of this curved slot
with respect to the
"FS" on the side of
the housing.

3/8-16 x 1" bolts (4)

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Figure 3 Width and height of bracket

2.00 in

1.44 in

2.88 in

5.00 in

Figure 4 Depth and height with bracket

6.68 in

2.53 in

5X

.397

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2.00 in 10.09 in

12.87 in

Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

Figure 5 Top view of speaker

Installation

12.87 in

10.09 in

8.90 in

Figure 6 Ceiling mount

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Installation

Pole Mounting

The Informer100 comes standard with a bracket for vertical wall or pole mount with
optional pole accessories.

Large Pole Mounting (6 in diameter or larger)

Use the following procedure if mounting the speaker with the optional I-IP100-PMW
bracket:

1. Find suitable location to mount speaker. Use industry or company preferred practices
when mounting hardware to poles or other structures.

2. Attach the I-IP100-PMW bracket to the pole using banding or use the pre-drilled
holes to bolt the bracket to the pole or structure.

3. Using the supplied at washers, lock washers, and 3/8 in nuts, mount the speaker to

the I-IP100-PMW bracket as shown in Figure 2.

4. Use the side pivot bolts to allow adjustment of the speaker up and down to optimize
speaker effectiveness.

Figure 7 Bracket I-IP100-PMW

Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 in or 4-1/2 in diameter poles)

Use the following procedure if mounting the speaker with the optional I-IP100-PM
bracket:

1. Find suitable location to mount speaker. Use industry or company preferred practices
when mounting hardware to poles or other structures.

2. Remove the speaker U shaped bracket, store the pivot/lock bolts.

3. Select the proper I-IP100-PM U-bolt for the pole.

4. Attach the U-shaped bracket from the speaker to the pole using the I-IP100-PM
U-bolt, bracket, nuts and washers.

5. Attach the speaker and set direction using the pivot and lock bolts.

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Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

Figure 8 Bracket I-IP100-PM

Installation

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Installation

Mounting with Omni Direction Bracket (2-3/8 in diameter pole)

Use the I-IP100-OMNI bracket to create an omni-directional speaker. The speaker is
mounted as described in the Small Pole Mount section with the omni bracket mounted at
a distance of 2.0 inches from the speaker.

1. Identify location for bracket.

2. Attach bracket using supplied U-bolts and hardware.

Figure 9 Bracket I-IP100-OMNI

2.0 in

Omni Bracket

Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

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Mounting without Bracket

You can mount the speaker directly to the mounting surface without the bracket. Use
installer-supplied 1/4-20 fasteners that are suitable for the mounting surface. Use
Figure 10 for the hole center dimensions.

Figure 10 Surface mount hole center dimensions

C

L

Installation

7.39

6.00

3.00

2.60 in

5.20 in

Opening the Housing

Tools required:

3/8 in socket

6 in extension

To open the housing, loosen the four cover screws while supporting the housing so it does
not fall. (The cover screws are retained in the housing.) The front of the unit is heavy, but
it is attached to the rear housing with a pivot hinge to allow ease of service. If the unit

requires service, replace the front housing, amplier, and power supply (if equipped) as

an entire unit.

C

L

(6) 1/4-20

0.5 in THREAD DEPTH

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Installation

Figure 11 Opening speaker

Cover Screws

Wiring Power to the Control Board

JP6, JP7, JP8 and JP9 are all connected in parallel. Federal Signal recommends using

JP8 as the AC or DC input to allow room for wires coming in from the ¾" NPT opening.
When power is supplied to JP8, it is connected through the PCB to the other three
connectors. If a connector is not being used, it is recommended to leave the connector

on the PCB. With I-IP100ACX units, JP9 is wired from the factory to the power supply
PCB. With the I-IP100DCX units, JP9 is wired to the amplier PCB. Use JP6 and JP7

to wire external lights or strobes through JP4, which is a normally open relay. Typical
installation would use voltage to be wired through the JP4 relays contacts.

NOTE: Current draw from JP6, JP7, and JP4 must not exceed 8.5 ampere AC or

5.0 ampere DC Max Combined Load.

I-IP100DCX 24Vdc Model

(+) 24 Vdc is connected to JP8 terminal 1 (24 Vdc).

24 Vdc GND is connected to JP8 terminal 2 (24 Vdc GND).

Earth Ground is connected to JP8 terminal 3 (GND).

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Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)

Figure 12 DC Controller Board

Installation

Visual 2

Visual 1

DC
In

JP9

+24 V/L1/Hot

-24 V/L2/NUE

GND

Relay 2
N.O. COM

+24 V

-24 Vdc GND

GND

+24 V

24 Vdc GND

GND

+24 V

24 Vdc GND

GND

Relay 1
N.O. COM

JP4

JP6

JP7

JP8

(Factory wiring)

JP1

JP2

Serial Port

JP5

1

2 3

External Inputs
Momentary dry contact closures
See NOTE.

4

Pins 1 & 2

JP3

LAN Communications

(Factory wiring)

Inter-board communications

To Temperature
Sense

100 W Amp

I-IP100ACX 120/240Vac Model

120 Vac—Hot is connected to JP8 terminal 1 (L1/Hot).

120 Vac—Neutral is connected to JP8 terminal 2 (L2/Neutral).

Earth Ground is connected to JP8 terminal 3 (GND).

240 Vac—L1 is connected to JP8 terminal 1 (L1/Hot).

240 Vac—L2 is connected to JP8 terminal 2 (L2/Neutral).

Earth Ground is connected to JP8 terminal 3 (GND).

Fuse

To Driver

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Figure 13 AC Controller Board

Visual 2

Visual 1

AC
In

JP9

L1/Hot

L2/NUE

GND

Relay 2
N.O. COM

L1/Hot

L2/NUE

GND

L1/Hot

L2/NUE

GND

L1/Hot

L2/NUE

GND

Relay 1
N.O. COM

JP4

JP6

JP7

JP8

(Factory wiring)

JP1

JP2

Serial Port

JP5

1 2 3 4

External Inputs
Momentary dry contact closures
See NOTE.

Pins 1 & 2

JP3

To Temperature
Sense

LAN Communications

(Factory wiring)

Inter-board communications

(Factory wiring)

120/240 VAC
to 24 VDC
Power Supply

120

Fuse

Fuse

240

Wiring to the Relay Outputs

JP4 - Relay Outputs

1 & 2 Normally Open

3 & 4 Normally Open

Wiring to the Alarm Initiation Input Connections

The Alarm Initiation Inputs are activated by shorting the input to the ISO-GND next to it,
usually through an normally open switch or normally open dry relay contact.

NOTE: Momentary mode: contact closure sounds alarm for typical programmed
duration. Continuous mode: sounds alarm for duration of closure. The system can also be

congured to allow activation from normally closed contacts.

100 W Amp

Fuse

To Driver

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JP5 - Alarm Initiation Inputs

1 - ISO-GND

2 - Input #1

3 - ISO-GND

4 - Input #2

5 - ISO-GND

6 - Input #3

7 - ISO-GND

8 - Input #4

Ethernet Port

The Informer100 Speaker has an 8 pin Ethernet port for connecting to the network.
Ethernet wire runs must be less than 328 feet from the nearest network switch. Do not
install in a conduit carrying high voltage. The wired Ethernet port auto-negotiates a
10/100, full or half duplex connection.

Installation

Putting the Informer100 Speaker into Standalone Mode

Standalone mode allows the Informer100 Speaker to be activated from the Alarm
Initiation Inputs without being connected to a network. The Informer100 requires setup

prior to placing into standalone mode. All conguration should be performed prior to
installing. Once the unit is congured and tested, place a shorting jumper across pins
1 and 2 of JP3. To congure the Informer100 Speaker, use Commander software version

14.9.0 or later. See the Informer Setup and Programming Manual.

Relay Outputs

The Informer100 Speaker has two independently programmable relay outputs. The relay

timing is congured and programmed into the Informer100 Speaker from the Commander

user interface.

The relay outputs are capable of controlling external devices. The normally outputs
are located at pins 1 & 2 and pins 3 & 4 of the removable output connector JP4 on the
controller board. The outputs can be wired in series with the power wired into the unit
by using the power connections available on JP6 and JP7, providing switched AC or DC
power to activate other devices.

Do not exceed the voltage and current ratings listed in the specications section of this

manual. When using this feature, the relay outputs turn on until one of the following
occurs:

• Until the programmed default timeout occurs

• Until the CANCEL or RESET command is received

You can individually congure the relay outputs to open, close, and cycle based on a pre­programmed sequence. Relays can also be congured to turn on when PA VOIP is active.

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Getting Service

Refer to Informer-IP Setup, Program, and User Manual for programming your Informer.

Closing the Housing

To close the housing, do the following:

1. Verify that the cover gasket is in the groove around the perimeter of the rear cover.

2. If the front of the unit was removed, lift the front of the Informer100 to allow the
hinge pin to be installed, align the front unit with the rear cover and attach the hinge
pin with retaining clip.

3. Attach the cable between the amplier and rear cover IP PCB. Secure the cable using

the two screwdown cable ties inside the rear cover.

4. On IP-100ACX—Attach the power cable from the rear cover IP PCB to the power
supply.

On IP-100DCX—Attach the power cable from the rear cover IP PCB to the amplier.

5. Turn on power to verify that the lights on the IP PCB are functioning. If the
environment does not allow powering, proceed to next step.

6. Verify all connectors are seated. Also, verify wires are not strained and are not
impeding ability to close unit.

7. Lift front of unit and seat the front cover against the rear enclosure.

8. Tighten the cover screws hand tight, and then torque them in alternate pattern to
60 in-lb +/- 10 in-lb.

Ordering Replacement Parts

To order replacement parts, call Customer Care. See Getting Service.

Table 6 Replacement Parts

Description Part Number

Service Kit, 20000314 PCBA
Includes: IP Control PCB Only

Service Kit, IP100, AC Model

Includes: Assembled front housing, driver, power supply, and amplier

Service Kit, IP100, DC Model

Includes: Assembled front housing, driver, and amplier

Getting Service

If you are experiencing any difculties, contact Federal Signal Customer Care at:
800-548-7229 or 708-534-3400 extension 5822 or Technical Support at: 800-524-3021
or 708-534-3400 extension 7329 or through e-mail at: [e-mail]. For

instruction manuals and information on related products, visit: http://www.fedsig.com/

Q-20000314

Q-IP100AC

Q-IP100DC

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Informer100 Speaker (Models I-IP100ACX and I-IP100DCX)