Federal Signal Corporation Informer-IP Wall Mount B Series, I-IPW Description, Specifications, Installation, And Operation Manual

Informer-IP™ Wall Mount

Model I-IPW Series B

Two-Way IP-enabled Intercom and Alarm Initiation Point

25500525
Rev. A0 0619
Printed in U.S.A.

© Copyright 2019 Federal Signal Corporation

Strobe is optional.
(Version 3.2.0.1 and later)

Description, Specications,

Installation, and Operation 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.

2645 Federal Signal Drive
University Park, Illinois 60484

www.fedsig.com

Customer Support 800-548-7229 • [phone]
Technical Support 800-524-3021 • [phone]

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 ............................................................................................................................... 7

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 7

Features ............................................................................................................................................. 7

Ordering Information ........................................................................................................................... 8

Specications ......................................................................................................................................... 9

Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 10

Determine a Suitable Location ......................................................................................................... 10

Wall Mounting ....................................................................................................................................11

Recessed Mounting .......................................................................................................................... 12

Wiring the Device ............................................................................................................................. 13

Memory Card Removal and Installation ........................................................................................... 15

Testing and Training ............................................................................................................................. 15

Operations............................................................................................................................................. 15

Controls ............................................................................................................................................ 16

Visual Indications .............................................................................................................................. 16

Audio/Relay - Input/Output Connections .......................................................................................... 17

Alert Rear Input ................................................................................................................................ 18

RS232 Port ....................................................................................................................................... 18

Ethernet Port .................................................................................................................................... 18

Power Connector .............................................................................................................................. 19

Disable Microphone (Internal option) ................................................................................................ 19

Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................... 19

Getting Service ..................................................................................................................................... 20

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Tables

Table 1 Ordering Information ................................................................................................................ 8

Table 2 Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................ 8

Table 3 Specications ............................................................................................................................ 9

Table 4 Compliance .............................................................................................................................. 10

Table 5 Controls .................................................................................................................................... 16

Table 6 Visual Indications (Located on keypad) ................................................................................ 16

Table 7 JP3 Input/Output Connections ............................................................................................... 18

Table 8 J1 Rear Input ............................................................................................................................ 18

Table 9 RS232 Connector Pin-out ....................................................................................................... 18

Table 10 J2 Input Power (from transformer) ...................................................................................... 19

Table 11 JP3 (on the main PCB) Microphone Enable Jumper .......................................................... 19

Table 12 Replacement Part Numbers ................................................................................................. 19

Figures

Figure 1 Informer-IP Scrolling Message Display (optional) ................................................................ 8

Figure 2 PS Series Push Button Stations (optional) ........................................................................... 9

Figure 3 Rear View - Hole Measurements ...........................................................................................11

Figure 4 Side View - Hole Measurements ........................................................................................... 12

Figure 5 Internal Wiring for the Informer-IP Wall Mount ................................................................... 14

Figure 6 Informer-IP Keypad ............................................................................................................... 15

Figure 7 Input/Output Locations ......................................................................................................... 17

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Safety Messages

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 and ordinances, including any state or local noise control ordinances.

Planning

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

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

• The sound output of the Informer 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 Informer 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.

The selection of the mounting location for this Informer, 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 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.

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

• All effective warning sounds may, in certain circumstances, cause permanent hearing 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. Review and comply with any local or
state noise control ordinances as well as OSHA noise exposure regulations and guidelines.

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

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Safety Messages

• 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.

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 Informer.

• 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 Informer 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

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

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 Informer.

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Informer-IP Wall Mount Series B (Model I-IPW)