Federal Signal Corporation P-LS2B, P-LS2B-8, PLS2C, PLS2C-8 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

PAGASYS Series Loudspeaker

Models P-LS2B, P-LS2B-8, PLS2C, and PLS2C-8

2562390B
REV. B 812

Printed in U.S.A

Installation, Operation, and

Maintenance Instructions

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Contents

Safety Messages to Installers, Users, and Maintenance Personnel ..... 5

Unpacking the Loudspeaker ...................................................................6

Overview of the PAGASYS Series .........................................................6

Certications ...........................................................................................7

Specications .........................................................................................8

Specic Condition of Use .......................................................................9

Condição especíca de uso: .................................................................9

Mounting the Loudspeaker .....................................................................9

Adjusting the Vertical Angle ..................................................................10

Wiring the Loudspeaker........................................................................10

Setting Transformer Wattage Taps .......................................................13

Completing the Installation ...................................................................13

Safety Messages to Maintenance Personnel .......................................16

Periodically Inspecting the Loudspeaker ..............................................17

Servicing the Loudspeaker ...................................................................17

Returning a Product for Credit ..............................................................18

Getting Technical Service and Support ................................................19

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

Figures

Figure 1 Loudspeaker connections for P-LS2B and P-LS2C .............11

Figure 2 Loudspeaker connections for P-LS2B-8 and P-LS2C-8 .......12

Figure 3 Internal wiring for P-LS2B and P-LS2C ................................14

Figure 4 Internal wiring for P-LS2B-8 and P-LS2C-8..........................15

Tables

Table 1 Wattage tap settings ...............................................................13

Table 2 Example serial number ...........................................................19

Table 3 Replacement parts .................................................................19

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Safety Messages to Installers, Users, and
Maintenance Personnel

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

The selection of the mounting location for the device, its controls and
the routing of the wiring is to be done 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:

• Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating

this equipment.

• Disconnect the device from the power supply/audio source before

any installation or maintenance is performed.

• Do not open the loudspeaker enclosure when a hazardous

atmosphere is present.

• Não abra a cobertura na presença de gases perigosos.

• To determine if the device can be used safely in the intended area,
review the certications section on page 7.

• All effective warning loudspeakers produce loud sounds, which

may cause, in certain situations, permanent hearing loss. Take
appropriate precautions such as hearing protection.

• All effective warning loudspeakers produce loud sounds, which may

cause, in certain situations, permanent hearing loss. The device
should be installed far enough away from potential listeners to limit
their exposure while still maintaining its effectiveness.

• After installation, test the loudspeaker to ensure that it is operating

properly. After testing is complete, provide a copy of this instruction
booklet to all operating personnel.

• Establish a procedure to routinely check the loudspeaker installation

for integrity and proper operation.

• The product nameplate, which may contain cautionary or other

information of importance to maintenance personnel, should not be
obscured in any way.

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

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Unpacking the Loudspeaker

After unpacking the loudspeaker, examine it for damage that may
have occurred in transit. If the loudspeaker has been damaged, do not
attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier
stating the extent of the damage. If you are missing any parts, contact
Customer Support at [phone]. Carefully check all envelopes,
shipping labels, and tags before removing or destroying them.

Overview of the PAGASYS Series

The Federal Signal PAGASYS Non-Metallic Loudspeakers, Models
P-LS2B, P-LS2B-8, P-LS2C, and P-LS2C-8 are designed for use
in industrial public address and general alarm applications where

corrosion resistance and ATEX/IEC certication are required.
PAGASYS loudspeakers are available in an ATEX/IEC Zone 1
explosion-proof version certied for ingress of dust and combustible

gas to either Group IIB or Group IIC.

PAGASYS loudspeakers are manufactured from corrosion-resistant,
anti-static, glass-reinforced polyester (GRP). The total power output
capability of the P-LS2B and P-LS2C is 25 W, adjustable down to

0.2 W. The available audio input is 100 Vrms. The P-LS2B-8 and

P-LS2C-8 are 8 ohm, 25 W.

The mounting bracket included with the loudspeaker is stainless steel
with two standard mounting holes and a hole for the cable. The bracket

is ratcheted to lock the loudspeaker at a specic vertical angle. Also

available is a stainless steel ratcheted bracket with four additional
mounting holes that are slotted to allow the loudspeaker to be aimed

horizontally.

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Certications

ATEX Certicate Number: Baseefa10ATEX0096X
IECEx Certicate Number: IECEx BAS 10.0052X

Model P-LS2B

0539

II 2G

Ex d e mb IIB + H2 T5 Gb (−50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +70 °C)
T6 Gb (−50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +55 °C)

Model P-LS2B-8

0539

II 2G

Ex d e mb IIB + H2 T5 Gb (−50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +60 °C)
T6 Gb (−50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +45 °C)

Model P-LS2C

0539

II 2GD

Ex d e mb IIC T5 Gb Ex tb IIIC IP66 T100 °C Db (‒50°C ≤ Ta ≤ +70 °C)

T6 Gb Ex tb IIIC IP66 T85°C Db (‒50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +55 °C)

Model P-LS2C-8

0539

II 2GD

Ex d e mb IIC T5 Gb Ex tb IIIC IP66 T95 °C Db (‒50°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60 °C)
T6 Gb Ex tb IIIC IP66 T80°C Db (‒50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +45 °C)

Where: indicates compliance with directive 94/9/EC

hexagon symbol, the specic marking of explosion
protection

II indicates suitability for use in surface industries

2 indicates suitability for use in a Zone 1 area

G indicates suitability for use in the presence of gases

D indicates suitability for use in the presence of
combustible dusts

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Specications

Electrical: Models P-LS2B and P-LS2C
Audio Line Voltage: 100 Vrms

Max. Rated Power: 25 W

Models P-LS2B-8 and P-LS2C-8
Impedance: 8 ohms

Max. Rated Power: 25 W

Ambient Environment: T5: −50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +70 °C
T6: −50 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +55 °C

Pa = 80 kPa to 110 kPa

Max. Surface Temperature: 85 ºC at +55 ºC ambient
100 ºC at +70 ºC ambient

Enclosure Rating: IP66

Indoor/Outdoor Use

Gland Entries: 2 x M20 x 1.5 mm

Cable Terminations: 0.5 mm2 to 4 mm2 (22 AWG to 12 AWG

Size (P-LS2B and P-LS2C): Diameter: 232.4 mm (9.15 in)

Height: 286.2 mm (11.27 in)
Length: 318.8 mm (12.55 in)

Material: Glass-Reinforced Polyester (GRP)

Color: Black

Audio Input: Models P-LS2B and P-LS2C

Rated Voltage: 100 Vrms

Models P-LS2B-8 and P-LS2C-8

Rated Voltage: 14.1 Vrms

Net Weight
(PLS2B and P-LS2C): 5.9 kg (13.0 lb)

Shipping Weight
(PLS2B and P-LS2C): 6.9 kg (15.3 lb)

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SpecicConditionofUse

• Except when shown in a certicate as being the internal wiring

of the apparatus, not more than one single or multiple-stranded
lead shall be connected into either side of any terminal, unless
multiple conductors have been joined in a suitable manner, e.g., two
conductors into a single insulated crimped boot-lace ferrule.

• Leads connected to terminals shall be insulated for the appropriate

voltage, and this insulation shall extend to within 1 mm (0.04 in) of
the metal of the terminal throat.

• All terminal screws, used and unused, shall be tightened down to

between 0.5 N·m to 0.7 N·m (4.4 in-lb to 6.2 in-lb).

Condiçãoespecícadeuso:

• Exceto quando mostrado em um certicado como sendo a
ação interna do aparelho, não mais do que um cabo unipolar

ou multipolar poderá ser conectado em qualquer dos lados de
uma dada terminal, a menos que condutores múltiplos tenham
sido unidos de uma forma adequada, por exemplo, dois
condutores em um único conduíte corrugado isolado.

• Os cabos conectados às terminais deverão ser isolados para a
voltagem adequada e esse isolamento deverá estender-se a
1 mm (0,04 polegadas) do metal da garganta da terminal.

• Todos os parafusos das terminais, estejam as mesmas em
uso ou não, deverão ser apertados de 0,5 N • m a 0,7 N • m.

(4,4 polegadas-libras a 6,2 polegadas-libras).

Mounting the Loudspeaker

DRILLING PRECAUTIONS

When drilling holes, check the area into which you are drilling
to be sure you do not damage anything while drilling. All drilled
holes should be de-burred and all sharp edges should be
smoothed.

The Models P-LS2B and P-LS2C Series loudspeakers are designed for

mounting on a at horizontal or vertical surface.

To mount the loudspeaker, obtain M6 stainless steel bolts, lockwashers,

and at washers.

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IMPORTANT: The nameplate, which contains cautionary or other
information of importance to maintenance personnel, should not be
obscured.

1. Select a mounting location that is capable of supporting more

than 6 kg (13.2 lb).

2. Use the mounting bracket as a template to scribe the centers of

the mounting holes.

3. Drill an appropriately sized hole at each scribed mark for the

mounting screws.

4. Mount the bracket with the installer-supplied M6 hardware.

5. Secure the loudspeaker to the mounting bracket.

Adjusting the Vertical Angle

To adjust the vertical angle of the loudspeaker:

1. Loosen the fasteners on the mounting bracket to disengage the

ratchet.

2. Vertically aim the loudspeaker.

3. Hold the loudspeaker in place while tightening the fasteners on the

bracket.

Wiring the Loudspeaker

SHOCK HAZARD
To avoid an electrical shock, do not connect the loudspeaker to
the system while the power is on. Failure to heed this warning
may cause serious injury or death.

Two M20 threaded entries are provided in the side of the rear cover for

the installation of certied Ex d or Ex e cable glands. All unused entries

must be sealed with a suitably rated stopper plug.

A terminal block with twelve-pole screws is provided for eld wiring.

Refer to Figures 1 through 4 on the following pages. The terminals are
rated for the range of 0.5 mm

2

to 4 mm2 (22 AWG to 12 AWG).

Tighten the terminal screws to a torque of 0.5 N·m to 0.7 N·m (4.4 in-lb
to 6.2 in-lb).

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Figure 1 Loudspeaker connections for P-LS2B and P-LS2C

POWER
TAP
JUMPERS

EARTH LUG

REPLACEABLE FUSE MODULE

AUDIO

INPUT FROM

AMPLIFIER (+IN)

TO NEXT

LOUDSPEAKER

+OUT

TO NEXT
LOUDSPEAKER

−OUT

TAPPING
GUIDE

290A6466

AUDIO

INPUT FROM

AMPLIFIER (–IN)

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Figure 2 Loudspeaker connections for P-LS2B-8 and P-LS2C-8

290A7003

AUDIO INPUT

FROM AMPLIFIER

+IN

EARTH

AUDIO INPUT

FROM AMPLIFIER

–IN

To wire the loudspeaker:

1. Loosen the four screws securing the rear cover to the loudspeaker,

and remove the cover.

2. Route the lead from the audio input to the terminal marked +IN.

3. Route the lead from the amplier to the terminal marked –IN.

The +OUT/–OUT terminals may be used to connect to an additional

speaker, if required. Loudspeakers in close proximity must be
connected in phase.

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Setting Transformer Wattage Taps

The Model P-LS2B and P-LS2C loudspeakers have ten wattage tap
settings that enable you to select the loudness of each loudspeaker in
the system (see Table 1 below and Figure 3 on page 14). The higher
the wattage tap, the louder the speaker output. Tighten the terminal
screws to a torque of 0.5 N·m to 0.7 N·m (4.4 in-lb to 6.2 in-lb).

Table 1 Wattage tap settings

Terminal ATerminal BTerminal

C

Tap

7 8 11 25 W

7 9 11 20 W

9 10 11 15 W

8 10 11 10 W

7 10 11 5 W

7 8 12 2 W

7 9 12 1.5 W

9 10 12 1 W

8 10 12 0.5 W

7 10 12 0.2 W

Completing the Installation

To complete the installation of the loudspeaker system:

1. Make sure that the gasket is properly seated

2. Replace the rear cover and tighten the screws securing it to

approximately 4 N·m (35.4 in-lb).

3. Test the speaker system to verify that it operates properly.

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Figure 3 Internal wiring for P-LS2B and P-LS2C

290A6467

FUSE

MODULE

BLACK (A)

RED (B)

WHITE (C)

1 2 543

SUPPRESSION

CIRCUIT

6 87 11109 12

100V

TRANSFORMER

BLACK

WHITE

SPEAKER

–+ + –

OUTIN

Current

fuse

Thermal

fuse

T2PRIMARY

C

T1

T3

T2

T1

C

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Figure 4 Internal wiring for P-LS2B-8 and P-LS2C-8

SPEAKER

WHITE BLACK

1

+ –

10 11 127 8 965432

290A7001

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Safety Messages to Maintenance Personnel

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Do not open the loudspeaker when it is energized. Failure to
observe this warning could result in serious injury or death.

Listed below are some important safety instructions and precautions

you should follow:

• Any maintenance to the loudspeaker must be performed by

properly trained personnel.

• Read and understand all instructions before maintaining and

operating this loudspeaker.

• Any maintenance to the loudspeaker must be done with the power

turned off.

• After disconnecting power, allow ten minutes for the internal

components to cool and to allow all capacitors to discharge.

• Do not open the loudspeaker enclosure when a hazardous

atmosphere is present.

• Não abra a cobertura na presença de gases perigosos.

• Never alter the loudspeaker in any manner. Safety may be

endangered if additional openings or other alterations are made to
the loudspeaker.

• Use only service parts provided by the Federal Signal factory.
Only these components have been veried and certied for use in
hazardous areas.

• Any repairs or modications made to the ameproof driver or
encapsulated areas will invalidate the certication.

• The nameplate, which contains cautionary or other information of

importance to maintenance personnel, should not be obscured.

• After performing any maintenance, test the unit to ensure that it is

operating properly.

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Periodically Inspecting the Loudspeaker

Establishing a regular inspection schedule for the loudspeaker extends
the life of the loudspeaker and ensures safety. For a list of replacement
parts see page 19.

• Ensure that the the loudspeaker is maintained in line with the

regulations in force and at regular intervals, at least once per year.

• Check for external damage and repair and replace as necessary.

• Check that the gasket is seated properly and that it is not brittle or

damaged.

• Periodic checks should be made to ensure that the effectiveness

of this device has not been reduced because the speaker has
become clogged with a foreign substance or because objects have
been placed in front of the speaker.

• Check all earth connections.

• Check for water/dust ingress and replace seals as necessary.

Servicing the Loudspeaker

SHOCK HAZARD
To avoid an electrical shock, do not connect the loudspeaker to
the system while the power is on.

FOR MODELS P-LS2B AND P-LS2C ONLY:

The loudspeaker is fully encapsulated and the speaker driver is non­serviceable. If the driver fails, the entire loudspeaker must be replaced.
If it does not operate, verify continuity of the fuse module before
replacing the loudspeaker (Figure 3 on page 14). The fuse module,
which contains a thermal fuse and a current fuse, is a replaceable part.
For ordering information, see page 19.

To replace the fuse:

1. Turn off power to the loudspeaker.

2. Remove the four screws securing the rear cover to the

loudspeaker, and remove the cover.

3. Disconnect the leads of the fuse module from the terminal block.

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4. Remove the Phillips-head screw securing the fuse module, and

remove the module.

5. Reinstall the new fuse module.

6. Replace the rear cover and tighten the screws securing it to

approximately 4 N·m (35.4 in-lb).

7. Test the speaker system to verify that it operates properly.

Returning a Product for Credit

Product returns for credit require a return authorization from your local

distributor prior to returning the product to Federal Signal. Please
contact your distributor for assistance.

A product is qualied to be returned for credit when the following
conditions are met:

• Product is resalable and in the original cartons

• Product has not been previously installed

• Product is the current revision

• Product has not been previously repaired

• Product is a standard product

• Product is not a service part

All returns are subject to a re-stock fee.

Defective products that are returned within the warranty period will
be repaired or replaced at Federal Signal’s sole discretion. Defective

products do not include those products with lamp failure.

Circumstances other than those listed above will be addressed on a
case-by-case basis.

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Getting Technical Service and Support

Products returned for repair require a Return Authorization form.

To obtain service for the product, please contact the Federal Signal

Service Department at [phone].

For technical assistance, please call Federal Signal Technical Support
at [phone], extension 5823.

To expedite service, please see to the loudspeaker label for the model
and serial numbers. For an interpretation of the information coded into
an example of a serial number, see Table 2.

Table 2 Example serial number

LS0916400000 LS = Factory product code

09 = Last two digits of the year of manufacture

164 = Numerical day code of manufacture

00000 = Five-digit code for product serial number

Ordering Replacement Parts

To order replacement parts in Table 3, please call Federal Signal
Customer Support at [phone].

Table 3 Replacement parts

Description Part Number

Mounting Bracket K8595171

Mounting Bracket with slots K8595172

Ratchet Fixing Kit K8595194

Bracket Mounting Screws K7002086-16

Outer Horn K8595150

Rear Cover K8595153

Rear Cover Gasket Kit K8595195

Fuse Module K8595177

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