RadioLink Ei168RC Instruction Manual

Instructions

Read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation
and installation. This booklet should be regarded as part of the product.
If you are just installing the Alarm, this booklet must be given to the householder. This booklet is to be given to
any subsequent user.

Model: Ei168RC

RadioLINK
Alarm Base

Contents

1. Overview ........................................................................................................

2. Quick install guide .....................................................................................

3. Installation ...................................................................................................

4. Troubleshooting the RF link ....................................................................

5. Checking & maintaining the alarm system ........................................

6. Technical specification .............................................................................

7. Guarantee ....................................................................................................

8. Limitations of radio communications ...................................................

9. Getting the RadioLINK Base serviced ....................................................

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1. Overview

This version of the Ei168RC retains all the functionality of previous generations but
has some additional features. It can be easily distinguished from previous versions by

the blue LED on the side which replaces the amber LED.

The primary function of the RadioLINK base is to interconnect all Alarms in the system,
i.e. when one Alarm senses fire, the Ei168RC base attached to that Alarm will transmit
an RF signal that will activate the sounders in all the other Alarms.

The Ei168RC also supports Remote Control (RC) functionality. If the system has been
fitted with one or more Remote Controllers or switches (

See Works with table)

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Function

Remote Testing

Description

All the Alarms can be tested from a centralised location

Remote LocatingThis will silence all the Alarms in the system except

the one sensing the fire

Remote Silencing This will silence all the Alarms in the system

Model No. - Alarms Comment

Ei160RC & Ei140RC Series RadioLINK interconnect and Remote Control (RC)

Ei2110 Multi-Sensor Fire AlarmRadioLINK interconnect and Remote Control (RC)

Model No. - RadioLINK Devices

Ei450 Remote Controller

Remote Controller for Ei2110, Ei160RC Series, Ei140RC Series
when fitted with Ei168RC RadioLINK bases

Ei408, Ei428 & Ei428SK Input and output relay modules

Ei407 Manual Call Point

Remote Control Functions

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RadioLINK System

Mixed Wired &

RadioLINK System

Alarm Controller

Hardwired

interconnect

Wireless

interconnect

Alarm Controller

In this configuration the alarm controller must be a RadioLINK device.
It is not possible to control the system from the hardware interconnect side

2. Quick Install Guide

The Ei168RC RadioLINK Base must be installed by a qualified electrician.
The maximum number of RadioLINK Alarms in each system is 12.

Install each RadioLINK Base in the centre of the
ceiling at least 0.30m from light fittings as per
the Smoke/Heat Alarm instructions and connect
to nearest mains circuit.

Slide Alarm on to the Ei168RC RadioLINK Base.
This will automatically activate the rechargeable
back-up cells in the base.

Repeat this procedure for all Alarms in the
system.

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To House Code, insert a small screwdriver
into the House Code switch slot and remove
immediately when blue light comes on. Repeat
this for all alarms in the system. This must be
completed as quickly as possible to activate the
House Code mode and ensure the system only
communicates with itself and not neighbouring
systems.

It is essential that the RadioLINK Bases are House Coded.

Press and hold the Button to test each Alarm.
Check that the red light is flashing, the horn is
sounding. To ensure the Alarm is communicating
with others check that the blue light comes on
for approx 3 seconds.

This guide is for quick referencing only. You must read the user manual
thoroughly before installation and use.

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INSERT SCREWDRIVER TO

TURN ON HOUSE CODE SWITCH

BLUE LIGHT

3. Installation

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Mains operated products should be installed by a qualified
electrician as per the requirements for Electrical Installations

published as IEE Wiring Regulations – BS7671 current edition.

Failure to install this unit correctly may expose the user to
shock or fire hazards.

This unit is not waterproof and must not be exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids.

Mixing the Live and Neutral connections will damage the alarm.
Ensure that the same colours are used throughout the
premises for Live, Neutral and Interconnect wires (if used).

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

Alternative Energy Sources (Wind, Solar, UPS, etc.).

This product is designed to be connected to a Pure or True
Sine Wave 230 Vac supply. If connecting to a power source
that utilises an inverter, e.g. PV solar panel or UPS, the Total
Harmonic Distortion (THD) must be less than 5%. If in doubt
check with manufacturer of the inverter.

Light Dimmer Circuits

This product must not be powered from a light dimmer circuit.

Orientation of RadioLINK bases

It is best practice to align all the RadioLINK bases in the same direction as shown in
the diagram above. This will ensure that all the antennas are in parallel which will
maximise the RF signal strength.

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Orientate
Latch to
point to
front wall

Orientate all RadioLINK bases in the same direction

Front Wall

Front Wall

RadioLINK Base

LED

Antenna

RadioLINK Base

LED

Antenna