
HOCHIKI WALL SOUNDER & WALL SOUNDER BEACON
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Products Covered: CHQ-WS2, CHQ-WS2(WHT) Wall Sounders, CHQ-WSB2/WL, CHQ-WSB2/RL, CHQWSB2(WHT)/RL, CHQ-WSB2(WHT)/WL Wall Sounder Beacons, YBO-R/3(RED, YBO-R/3(WHT) Standard
Bases, YBO-R/SCI(RED), YBO-R/SCI(WHT-SNDR), YBN-R/3(WHT)-SCI Isolator Bases.
Introduction
The CHQ-WS2 is a loop-powered addressable wall sounder. The CHQ-WSB2 is a loop-powered addressable wall
sounder beacon. Both units are compatible with the standard red mounting base (YBO-R/3(RED)) and the red
isolator base (YBO-R/SCI(RED)); the units have connections for both these types of base. Do not attempt to use
any other base type with these units. Both sounders and bases are also available in WHITE (YBN-R/3(WHT) (see
above).
Both the CHQ-WS2 and CHQ-WSB2 are Ingress Protection rated to IP21 for internal use, but can be made
weatherproof when used in conjunction with the WS2-WPK Weather Proofing Kit, in which case they are Ingress
Protection rated to IP65*1 but only when used in accordance with the WS2-WPK instructions (2-3-0-627).
Address Setting (with Hand Held Programmer)
The units will need to be manually addressed between 1 and 127. The sounder address can be set using the Hand
Held programmer (TCH-B100) as the units both include the appropriate terminals to fit directly onto the
Programmer. See the TCH-B100 instructions for further details of address setting. The address must be set before
installation.
Tones and Volumes
Table 1 below shows the full range of sound outputs available from the CHQ-WS2 and CHQ-WSB2 together with
the amount of current drawn when operated. The units are also capable of utilising a number of different EN54-3
Approved tones; these are listed in Table 2, page 3. The tone of the sounder and the volume level is selected
and controlled by the control panel, therefore check with the control panel manufacturer for options and
default values available. The sounder and beacon elements of the CHQ-WSB2 can be controlled
independently, check with the control panel manufacturer for compatibility.
(sounder & beacon activated)
Nominal Sound Output dB(A)*
2 ‡
Supply Voltage Range 17-41 Vdc. Max. Power Consumption 287 mW @ 41 Vdc (beacon only)
*2 Refer to Application Notes AP084 and AP117 (available from our website) for complete EN54-3 A-weighted
sound levels.
Precautions
Ensure that the unit is installed in accordance with Local Standards or Regulations.
Only use the specified Hochiki mounting bases (or WS2-WPK Weather Proofing Kit) with this wall sounder/wall
sounder beacon.
Only install in suitable environments, the following in particular should be avoided: -
Excessive ambient temperature.
Where excessive condensation or moisture is present (unless WS2-WPK is utilised).
Hazardous areas.
A high voltage tester must not be used with these units or either of the specified bases.
Ensure that the unit is securely fixed to the mounting base (and WS2-WPK if utilised).
For proper wiring supervision ensure that the cables are wired as shown in Fig 4.
Locking Mechanism
The units can be locked onto the relevant mounting base by removing a plastic lug on the underside of the sounder,
refer to Fig. 1.
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*1 This product has only been approved to IP33 by LPCB
The unit can then only be removed from the base by using a special
removal tool, TSE-SRT, which is available from Hochiki Europe (UK)
Ltd.
Installation
Both the CHQ-WS2 wall sounder and the CHQ-WSB2 Wall Sounder
Beacon are designed to be mounted directly onto the Red Standard
Mounting Base (YBO-R/3(RED)) or the Red Short-Circuit Isolator
Mounting Base (YBO-R/SCI(RED)) or YBN-R/3(WHT)-SCI in the
same method as a Sensor (see Fig. 2). The terminals on the
mounting base hold the units in place.
Remove tab carefully using a pair of pliers.
Fix the mounting base to the required surface using appropriate
fixings. For correct wiring of the each base type, refer to Fig. 4.
When installing either of these units in exterior locations use the
WS2-WPK Weather Proofing Kit. The kit consists of a
weatherproof back box and two gaskets, which must be used in
conjunction with either mounting base to maintain the IP rating (see
Fig. 3). For further information, refer to the WS2-WPK Weather
Proofing Kit instructions (2-3-0-627).
Wiring
Please refer to Fig. 4 for wiring the Red Standard Mounting Base
(YBO-R/3(RED)) and the Red Short-Circuit Isolator Mounting Base
(YBO-R/SCI(RED)):
Key: A: Loop (+) B: Loop (-) C: Cable Screen
Fig. 4
EN54-3 Alarm Devices – Sounder EN54-23
EN54-3 Alarm Devices – Sounder EN54-23
Fire Alarm Devices – Visual Alarm Device (VAD)
EN54-3 Alarm Devices – Sounder, EN54-23
Fire Alarm Devices – Visual Alarm Device (VAD)
‘For information on essential characteristics please refer to the relevant Declaration of Performance available at www.hochikieurope.com’
YBO-R/3, YBO-R/SCI &
YBN-R/3(WHT)-SCI
(Refer to separate instructions no.
2-3-0-1499 for YBN-R/3(WHT)-SCI
wiring)
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CHQ-WS2 Operating Voltage 17 ~ 41 Vd.c.
800 Hz : 250 ms
970 Hz : 250 ms
925 Hz : 250 ms
628 Hz : 250 ms
2400 Hz : 250 ms
2850 Hz : 250 ms
800 Hz : 500 ms
970 Hz : 500 ms
(French)
554 Hz : 100 ms
440 Hz : 400 ms
2850 Hz : 500 ms
Off : 500 ms
(Swedish)
660 Hz : 150 ms
Off : 150 ms
925 Hz : 250 ms
Off : 1000 ms
925 Hz : 150 ms
Off : 600 ms
670 Hz : 250 ms
845 Hz : 370 ms
660 Hz : 1800 ms
Off: 1800 ms
Whoop
500 Hz - 1200 Hz 3000 ms
Off : 500 ms
660 Hz : 6500 ms
Off : 13000 ms
1200 Hz : 500 ms
500 Hz : 500 ms
970 Hz : 500 ms
Off : 500 ms
554 Hz : 500 ms
440 Hz : 500 ms
Sweep
800 Hz - 970 Hz
over 140 ms (7 Hz)
660 Hz : 500 ms
Off : 500 ms
Sweep
800 Hz - 970 Hz
over 1000 ms (1 Hz)
2850 Hz : 150 ms
Off : 100 ms
Sweep
800 Hz - 970 Hz
over 20 ms (50 Hz)
Sweep
2400 Hz – 2850 Hz
over 20 ms (50 Hz)
Sweep
2400 Hz – 2850 Hz
over 140 ms (7 Hz)
Sweep
800 Hz – 970 Hz
over 500 ms (2 Hz)
Sweep
2400 Hz – 2850 Hz
over 1000 ms (1 Hz)
988 Hz : 250 ms
645 Hz : 250 ms
Sweep
300 Hz – 1200 Hz
over 1000 ms (1 Hz)
510 Hz : 250 ms
610 Hz : 250 ms
ISO8201 : 970 Hz : 500 ms
Sweep
800 Hz – 970 Hz
over 110 ms (9 Hz)
ISO8201 : 2850 Hz : 500
ms
Sweep
800 Hz – 970 Hz
over 330 ms (3 Hz)
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(German) Whoop
1200 Hz – 500 Hz : 1000ms
Off : 10 ms
970 Hz : 1000 ms
Off : 1000 ms
440 Hz : 600 ms
Off : 600 ms
800 Hz : 150 ms
970 Hz : 150 ms
Whoop
500 Hz – 1200 Hz : 3750 ms
Off : 250 ms
Sweep
2400 Hz – 2850 Hz
over 110 ms (9 Hz)
ISO8201
925 Hz, 628 Hz : 250 ms
Off 500 ms
Sweep
2400 Hz – 2850 Hz
over 330 ms (3 Hz)
ISO8201 : Sweep
300 Hz – 1200 Hz : 500 ms
Off : 500 ms
2850 Hz : 1000 ms
Off : 1000 ms
ISO8201 : Sweep
1200 Hz – 300 Hz : 500 ms
Off : 500 ms
2400 Hz : 150 ms
2850 Hz : 150 ms
CHQ-WSB2 Volume Compatibility
CHQ-WSB2 Beacon Light Coverage Characteristics
The CHQ-WSB2/RL and CHQ-WSB2/WL are “O” rated beacons designed in accordance with EN54-23, please
refer to application note AP132 for the appropriate light output volumetric coverage diagrams for each type.
Flash frequency O Rated ~ 0.5Hz (Default), Compatibility Mode ~ 1Hz
Corresponding CHQ-WSB2 Level
If a control panel has not
implemented the CHQWSB2 then it will be
recognised as a YBOBSB2. The table to the right
shows the volume level set
as a YBO-BSB2 and the
corresponding level that is
set on the CHQ-WSB2 by
any panel configuration
software that recognises
the CHQ-WSB2 as a YBOBSB2.
For example, if 55dB(A) is
selected on the panel for a
YBO-BSB2, the actual
volume of the CHQ-WSB2
will set to 90dB(A).
* Note that this is sounder
current only. If the Beacon is
operating please add 7mA to
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