Simplex TrueAlert ES Installation Instructions Manual

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NFPA 72 requires that
the entire lens be not
less than 80 in. and not
greater than 96 in. above
the finished floor.

Cover.

S/V Appliance.

Building wire.

4 in. x 4 in. electrical box
(2-1/8 in. deep).

Backplate.

Screws

-Use 8-32 screws for a 4 in. x 4 in. electrical box.

-Use 6-32 screws for a single or a double gang
electrical box.

NFPA 72 requires that
the entire lens be not
less than 80 in. and not
greater than 96 in. above
the finished floor.

Cover.

SO Appliance.

Backplate.

4 in. x 4 in. electrical box
(2-1/8 in. deep).

Building wire.

Screws

-Use 8-32 screws for a 4 in. x 4 in. electrical box.

-Use 6-32 screws for a single or a double gang
electrical box.

Document: Installation instructions
Product: TrueAlert ES Addressable

UL listed TrueAlert ES indoor product identification reference:

WM Speaker Indoor
Notification Appliances

Type

Wall Mount

Speaker/

Visible

(S/V)

Wall Mount

Speaker Only

(SO)

Cover

colors

-Red

-White

-Red

-White

Components:

49SV-APPLW
49HFV-APPLW
49SV-APPLW-BA
49HFV-APPLW-BA

Components:

49SO-APPLW
49HF-APPLW
49SO-APPLW-BA
49HF-APPLW-BA

Models Operation

Covers:

49SVC-WRFEU
49SVC-WRFIRE
49SVC-WRS
49SVC-WWALT
49SVC-WWBA
49SVC-WWS

49SVC--WWFIRE

Covers:

49SOC-WRFEU
49SOC-WRBF
49SOC-WRBC
49SOC-WRBA
49SOC-WWS
49SOC-WWFIRE

49SOC-WRBLANK
49SOC-WRFIRE

49SVC-WRBF
49SVC-WRBC
49SVC-WRBA
49SVC-WRALT
49SVC-WWBC
49SVC-WWBF

49SVC-WWFEU

49SOC-WRS
49SOC-WWBA
49SOC-WWBC
49SOC-WWBF
49SOC-WWFEU

49SOC-WWBLANK
49SOC-WWALT
49SOC-WRALT

Backplates:

49MP-SVWR
49MP-SVWW

Backplates:

49MP-SOWR
49MP-SOWW

These appliances provide a visible (VO)
or audible/visible (A/V) warning of an
alarm condition when activated from the
control panel of a compatible UL/ULC
Listed, Simplex Fire Alarm System.
Consult Simplex Fire Alarm panel
documentation for compatibility
information.
The speakers can be turned ON/OFF
individually under compatible panel
control.

Note: For information about TrueAlert ES appliance testing consult TrueAlert ES Addressable Appliances Troubleshooting (579-1049).

Mounting instructions:

Kit contents: Appliance x1.
Not included:

Order a Backplate separately for each appliance, with 8-32 1 inch mounting screws x2, and 6-32 1 inch mounting screws x2.
Order a cover separately for each appliance.
Electrical box: 4 inch square, 2-1/8 inch minimum depth required.

1. Select the mounting location and install the electrical box using screws suitable for the mounting surface.

2. Bring the building wiring through the rectangular opening in the backplate.

3. Connect the building wires to the backplate. See the wiring section on page 2.

4. Secure the backplate to the electrical box using the provided hardware. Install the backplate so that the contacts are above the
opening for the wiring.

5. Set the appliance settings. See the settings section on page 3.

6. Attach the cover to the appliance.

7. Attach the assembled appliance to the backplate.

Figure 1. Mounting instructions

IMPORTANT. When the notification appliance emits light or sound, it indicates the possibility of an emergency si tuation that requires the immediate

attention of all occupants.
LOCATION REFERENCE. The location and quantity of appliances required must conform to the applicable local st andards and guidelines, the National

Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72), ULC Standard CAN/ULC-S524: Installation of Fire Alarm System s, the appropriate model building codes, and

© 2015-2016 Tyco Fire Protection Products. All rights reserved. Specifications and other information shown were current as of publication and are subject
to change without notice.

TYCO, SIMPLEX, and the product names listed in this material are marks and/or registered marks. Unauth orized use is strict ly prohibited.

so on, and specific requirements of the Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). These Notificati on Appliances are not intend ed for installation within
hazardous locations as defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC) or NFPA.

SAFETY. Always install, maintain, and test Notification Appliances within their specifications. Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may
result in loss of life and property due to non-functioning Notification Appliances. Some Notification Appliances use high voltage. To avoid electrical hazards
and avoid damage to appliances, make sure that the electrical power for the Notification Appliance Circuit is disconnected at the control panel before
installing, repairing, or internally adjusting any Notifi cation Appliances. Even with electrical power removed, some Notification Appliances, such as visible
strobes, store a high voltage charge. The high v oltage can cause injury re su lting in death from electri ca l s hock. DO NOT TOUCH EXPOSED CIRCUITRY.

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SO Appliance back side.

Terminal 3: ‘NAC -’

Terminal 4: ‘NAC +’

Terminal 1: ‘Audio +’

Terminal 2: ‘Audio -’

Class A wiring, see notes.

From amplifier

Audio +/-.

From compatible SLC
controller, see notes.

12

CKT CKT

S/V

56

Audio -

Audio +

To the next
appliance
or compatible SLC
controller,
see notes.

S/V Appliance back side

Terminal 5: ‘NAC -’

Terminal 6: ‘NAC +’

Terminal 1: ‘Audio +’

Terminal 2: ‘Audio -’

Audio Audio

12

CKT CKT

SO

34

12

CKT

CKT

SO

-

+

Audio

-

Audio

-

Audio

+

Audio

+

34

SLC +

SLC +

SLC -SLC -

SLC +

SLC -

SLC ­SLC +

12

CKT CKT

S/V

56

Audio

Audio

12

CKT CKT

SO

34

-

+

Audio

-

Audio

+

SLC +

SLC -

SLC +

SLC -

12

CKT CKT

S/V

56

Audio

Audio

12

CKT CKT

SO

34

-

+

Audio

-

Audio

+

SLC +SLC -

SLC +SLC -

Class B wiring, see notes.

From amplifier

Audio +/-.

From compatible SLC
controller, see notes.

(T-tapping example)

Note: NAC and SLC are equivalent terms in this figure.

Audio -

Audio +

SLC ­SLC +

Audio ­Audio +

SLC ­SLC +

Wiring instructions:

WARNING: Make sure that all power is disconnected before starting the installation.

1. At the electrical box, connect the building wiring to the CKT + and CKT - terminals on the backplate.

2. To ensure proper continuity, use a torque wrench to tighten the terminal block screws to 12-15 inch-pounds.

3. Ensure that the correct polarity is maintained for each strobe unit.

4. Signal Line Circuit (SLC) wiring must be twisted pair (TWP). CKT Terminals accept 2 Wires: 12-18 American wire gauge (AWG)
TWP.

IMPORTANT:

Do not bring the conduit through the rear of the electrical box. Strip the lead insulation to 7/16 inch
maximum.

Wiring notes:

1. Assign a maximum of 127 active appliances to a circuit. Assign a

2. Notification appliances are rated using an individual module label.

3. Maintain the correct polarity on the terminal connections.

4. Terminals 1 through 6 each accommodate two wires, one wire going

Figure 2. Wiring instructions

maximum of 63 active strobe appliances to a powered circuit. The
maximum wire resistance between appliances is 26 ohms. Refer to
the Field Wiring Diagrams of the driving compatible fire alarm
control panel for further instructions.

in and one wire going out to the next appliance.

5. These appliances are rated to the operating voltage limits of 23-30 VDC. The
appliance can fail to operate as intended, and can cause permanent damage to
this equipment if it operates outside of these limits.

6. Only operate the TrueAlert IDNAC S/V and SO using a compatible power supply
and amplifier.

7. T-tapping is not permitted for Class A wiring.

8. TrueAlert SLC wiring connections are supervised and power-limited.

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To access the switches:

Alarm/
Alert

DIP switch 5 through 7

9

White
Tinted

S/V Appliance

SO Appliance

0010 1010 0110 1110

64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79

80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95

96
97
98

99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111

112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127

0000 1000 0100 1100

S/V
only

DIP switch shown is

set at address 7.

DIP switch value:

Reserved for
future use.

switches.

Candela
selection jumper
and candela rating

To access the switches:

Make the audio circuit voltage and
power tap selection here

C

W3

H

G

B

AD E F

T1

Audio power
TAP pins
(S/V & SO)

70V 1W

70V W/2

70V W/4

70V 2W 25V W/4

25V W/2

25V 1W

25V 2W

CD5 (FACP)
CD4 (15)
CD3 (30)

CD6 (135)

CD7 (185)

CD2 (75)
CD1 (110)

Setting the address DIP switch

Each addressable TrueAlert IDNAC notification appliance has a unique address that is set using an eight-position DIP switch
(ADDR1). Up to 127 unique addresses can be assigned to an SLC, however, the total appliance loading available may be less due to
appliance current requirements.

To Set the address:

1. Unclip the appliance from the backplate by inserting a number 2 Phillips screwdriver, or a similar sized object into the opening at
the bottom of the cover. See Figure 3.

2. Use a small screwdriver or pen to set the switches.

3. Record the set address.

4. DIP switch position 8 determines whether this appliance is viewed by the system as an 'ALARM' (OFF) or 'ALERT' (ON) type of
appliance. Confirm the setting for the appliance at this address with the FACP system configuration documentation.

5. DIP position 9 selects white flash color (standard - OFF), or tinted strobe power level (ON) for use with add-on domes.

Setting the strobe candela setting

1. Jumpers are factory set as F A CP. Leave the appliance at this setting if

2. If manual selection is required, pull up the candela flag and position the

3. The candela ratings vary when colored lenses are used. Consult the

4. When the appliance is mounted, the candela rating is visible through

Note: To avoid a programming mismatch trouble, an authorized service personnel

Audio circuit configuration, S/V and SO

Move the wire harness position to the correct terminal post for audio
circuit voltage and power tap selection. See Figure 4 and the speaker
table on the next page.

Figure 3. Setting the DIP switch address

the candela setting is to be programmed from a 4100ES FACP. The
candela setting is visible through the slot on the side of the appliance.

pins to select the correct candela setting: 15, 30, 75, 110, 135, 185
candela, or FACP.

TrueAlert ES WM S/V Colored Lens

document (579-1192) for the

specific candela ratings.

the slot on the side of the appliance.

must program one of the 6 candela outputs for each appliance. To set the
candela through the Programmer, set it to FACP. For additional information
refer to the 4100ES Programmer’s Manual (574-849).

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Figure 4. Setting the strobe and appliance configuration

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Appliance specifications

Environmental specifications:

Rated DC Control/Strobe
Voltage Range

Temperature Range
Humidity Range

Connections

SPECIAL APPLICATION 23-30 VDC

32 °F to 120° F (0 °C to 49 °C)

10 % to 93 %, non-condensing at
104 °F (40 °C)

Terminal for 18 AWG to 12 AWG
(0.82 mm

2

to 3.31 mm2)

CAUTION:

• The appliances are available in Red and White. Do not
paint or otherwise alte r the fac t or y finishes in any way.

Maximum RMS operating current
Candela

selection†

15 cd S/V 47 mA 54 mA
30 cd S/V 57 mA 78 mA

75 cd S/V 100 mA 128 mA
110 cd S/V 132 mA 184 mA
135 cd S/V 160 mA 211 mA
185 cd S/V 208 mA -NA-

Speaker Only SO 9 mA -NA­* For connection to IIDNAC SLCs

† The use of optional colored lenses can affect the device’s candela
output. To find the candela output for each color consult the T rueAlert ES

WM S/V Colored Lens

Appliance
type

document (579-1192).

UL1971/ULCS526
Clear/White

23V* 23V*

UL1638/ULCS526
Colored Lens

Percent of rated light output at any candela setting

(room temperature)

Vertical dispersion Horizontal dispersion

Y-Plane

Angle

0 100 % 194 % 0 100 % 194 %

5 90 % 192 % ±5 90 % 203 %
10 90 % 132 % ±10 90 % 168 %
15 90 % 129 % ±15 90 % 155 %
20 90 % 145 % ±20 90 % 166 %
25 90 % 150 % ±25 90 % 169 %
30 90 % 112 % ±30 75 % 164 %
35 65 % 124 % ±35 75 % 151 %
40 46 % 114 % ±40 75 % 145 %
45 34 % 90 % ±45 75 % 121 %
50 27 % 91 % ±50 55 % 97 %
55 22 % 78 % ±55 45 % 83 %
60 18 % 72 % ±60 40 % 79 %
65 16 % 68 % ±65 35 % 70 %
70 15 % 75 % ±70 35 % 59 %
75 13 % 74 % ±75 30 % 50 %
80 12 % 68 % ±80 30 % 51 %
85 12 % 63 % ±85 25 % 45 %
90 12 % 45 % ±90 25 % 41 %

UL Req

Output

Typical
Output

X-Plane

Angle

UL Req

Output

Typical
Output

Wall speaker specifications

Input Voltage

25 VRMS or 70.7 VRMS - Speakers are for connection to compatible fire alarm audio
circuits.

Power Taps via Jumper J1 1/4 W, 1/2 W, 1 W and 2 W
Frequency

Response

Fire Alarm 400 Hz to 4000 Hz [SV/SO]; 200 Hz to 10000 Hz [HFV/HF]
General Signaling 125 Hz to 12 kHz

TrueAlert Addressable Wall Mount S/V and SO Units - speaker jumper setting (25 V or 70 V audio)

UL1480 at 10 ft ULC-S541 at 3 m

Voltage

Jumper J1

to Tap

T ap setting

in Watts

HiSPL (SV/SO)

Models

HiFi (HFV/HF)

Models

HiSPL (SV/SO)

Models

HiFi (HFV/HF)

Models

A/E 1/4 79 76 80 76

Speaker

Only

B/F 1/2 83 80 84 79
C/G 1 87 83 88* 82
D/H 2 90 86 91* 85*

A/E 1/4 79 76 81 78

Speaker

Visible

B/F 1/2 83 80 84 81
C/G 1 86 82 88* 84
D/H 2 89 86 90* 87*

NOTES:

• Reverberant

• Anechoic dBA measurements are a minimum ULC rating based on sound pressure level measurements made in ULC’s anechoic test chamber.

• The sound pressure level decreases by 3 dB at an angular displacement of 75° from the line perpendicular to the speaker’s center. The SPL
decreases by 6 dB at an angle of 85° from that line.

* Only marked settings may be used for ULC fire alarm applications.

dBA measurements are a minimum UL rating based on sound level measurements made in UL’s reverberant test chamber.

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