INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
SP100 Series Dual Transformer
Speakers and Speaker/Strobes for
Fire Protective Signaling Systems
Specifications
Mechanical
Input Terminals: 12 to 18 AWG (3.31 to 0.82 mm2)
Speaker Size: 4 inches (101 mm)
Grille Size
Round: 7-3/8" (187 mm)
Square: 5" (127 mm)
Electrical
Voltage Input: 25 volts or 70.7 volts (nominal)
Frequency Range: 400 - 4000 Hz
Operating Temperature Range: 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)
NOTICE: This manual should be left with the owner/user
of this equipment.
General Description
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has published standards and recommended practices for the speakers described in this manual. As a result, the installer must
be familiar with these requirements as well as all local
codes and special requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.
SP100 series speakers can be operated with distribution
amplifiers having an output voltage of either 25 volts or
70.7 volts.
The speakers operate at any one of six input power levels.
The output sound level is selected at the time of installation, but can be changed, if necessary.
The speaker is also equipped with a capacitive input to allow for DC supervision.
An optional, attached 1.5 or 15 candela (cd) strobe is also
available from System Sensor for use with the speaker. Although they are shipped as a unit, the strobe and speaker
are electrically independent and require separate power
sources. Strobes can be powered by means of a full-wave
rectified unfiltered supply.
Installation
All wiring must be installed in compliance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes as well
as any special requirements of the authority having jurisdiction, using the proper wire size. This also includes all
applicable NFPA Standards, ANSI/UL 1480, and NEC 760.
Electrical
1. Connect the speaker and strobe (if used) as shown in
Figure 1. Keep in mind that even though the speaker and
optional strobe are a single mechanical unit, they are
electrically independent and require separate power
sources.
NOTE: Do NOT loop electrical wiring under terminal
2. Notice that the speaker circuit board is equipped with
two sets of posts and associated electrical jumper wires.
One set of posts is numbered 1 through 6 while the other
is labeled A and B. Both electrical leads are fitted with a
barrel connector. These two sets of posts and leads enable the installer to select any one of six sound pressure
levels with either a 25 volt or 70.7 volt amplifier.
Figure 1. Electrical connections:
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screws. Wires connecting the device to the control
panel must be broken at the device terminal connection in order to maintain electrical supervision.
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For example, Table 1 shows that to select a 1/4 Watt in-
put when a 25 volt amplifier is being used, slide the blue
lead onto post 3 and slide the yellow lead onto post B.
Similarly, to select a 4 Watt input with a 70.7 volt amplifier, slide the blue and yellow leads onto posts 2 and A,
respectively.
Table 1 also lists the UL reverberant and anechoic output
sound levels for each transformer power tap on the SP100
and SP101 speakers.
CAUTION
Signal levels exceeding 130% rated signal voltage can damage the speaker. Consequently, an incorrect tap connection
may cause speaker damage. This means that if a 25V tap is
selected when a 70.7V amplifier is being used, speaker
damage may result. Therefore, be sure to select the proper
taps for the amplifier voltage/input power level combination being used.
Table 1:
25 V
70.7 V
UL Reverberant
(dBA @ 10 ft.)
Anechoic
(dBA @ 10 ft.)
4W
1B
2A
90
93
2W
1A
3B
87
90
1W 1/2 W 1/4 W
2B 2A 3B
4B 5B 6B
84 81 78
87 84 81
1/8 W
4B
6A
75
78
NEVER connect the yellow jumper to the posts numbered 1
through 6 or the blue jumper to lettered posts A or B.
Mechanical
Slotted head screws are included for attaching the speaker
to the electrical junction box. Insert the decorative filler
plugs supplied into the remaining two holes in the grille.
Mounting
See Figure 2. The speaker can be flush mounted on a 4" X
4" X 2-1/8" back box with a 1-1/2" extension ring, as follows:
A. Select the appropriate pair of diagonally opposite
mounting holes in the speaker grille.
B. Use the two 8-32 X 1-3/4" slotted pan head screws, pro-
vided, to attach the speaker to the back box.
C. Insert the decorative filler plugs (supplied) into the re-
maining two speaker mounting holes.
Figure 2:
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Strobe Light Ratings
The signaling strobe is rated for 0° to 49°C and is not suit-
able for outdoor use.
See Figure 3. The light output of the SP10**24LO is 1.5 cd
minimum when it is viewed from the front. The light out-
put of the SP10**24M is 15 cd minimum when it is viewed
from the front.
Under no circumstances can the strobe input voltage exceed 33 VDC or be less than 18 VDC.
To calculate battery requirements, use the current values
shown in Table 2. However, note that there is an in-rush
current associated with strobe power-up. This information
may be used in consideration of fuse selection.
For the 24V strobe, as shown in Figure 4, the in-rush current typically peaks at 7.0A, then drops to nominal in
800µS.
Figure 3:
Table 2. Strobe characteristics:
Model
Number
SP10**24LO
speaker w/ strobe
Description Supply
Voltage
(VDC)
24
Figure 4. 24 V Strobe in-rush current:
Max.
Current
@ Listed
Voltage
25 mA
Operating Current
@ Rectified
Unfiltered
Voltage
45 mA rms
Min. Light
Output @ 100%
Veiwing Angle
(See Fig. 3)
1.5 cd
SP10**24M
Notes:
1. Legend:
SP100 = Round grille speaker Example:
SP101 = Square grille speaker
W = white | | | |
R = red
24 = 24 Volt Strobe
LO = 1.5 candela strobe
M = 15 candela strobe
2. SP100*24LOC or SP100*24MC ships with ceiling mount strobe.
3. SP101*24LO or SP101*24M ships with wall mount strobe.
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speaker w/ strobe
24
25 mA
125 mA rms
SP101R24M
| | | |_
| | |___
| |____
|______
15 cd
M = 15 candela strobe
24 = 24 volt strobe
R = Red
SP101 = Square grille speaker
WARNING
The Limitations of Speaker/Strobes
If either of the power option jumper wires is not plugged into one of the
appropriate option positions, the speaker will not sound and there will be
no trouble indication at the panel. Always make sure that the individual
speakers are tested after installation per NFPA regulations.
Underwriters Laboratories’ standard 1638 and uses an extremely reliable
xenon flash tube. The visual warning signal is suitable for direct viewing
and must be installed within an area where it can be seen by building occupants. The strobe must not be installed in direct sunlight or areas of
high light intensity (over 60 foot candles) where the visual flash might be
The speaker may not be heard. The loudness of the speaker meets (or
exceeds) the current Underwriters Laboratories’ standards. However, the
speaker may not attract the attention of a sound sleeper or one who has
recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages. The speaker
may not be heard if it is placed on a different floor from the person in hazard or if placed too far away to be heard over the ambient noise. Traffic, air
conditioners, machinery, or music appliances may prevent even alert per-
disregarded or not seen. The strobe may not be seen by the visually impaired and is NOT intended to meet American Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
The signal strobe may cause seizures. Individuals who have positive
photic response to visual stimuli with seizures, such as persons with epilepsy, should avoid prolonged exposure to environments in which strobe
signals, including this strobe, are activated.
sons from hearing the alarm. The speaker may not be heard by persons
who are hearing impaired.
System Sensor recommends that the speaker and signal strobe always be
used in combination so that the risks from any of the above limitations are
The Signal Strobe may not be seen. The electronic visual warning signal
minimized.
that flashes at least once every three seconds meets or exceeds current
Three-Year Limited Warranty
System Sensor warrants its enclosed speaker/strobe to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period
of three years from date of manufacture. System Sensor makes no other
express warranty for this speaker/strobe. No agent, representative, dealer,
or employee of the Company has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or limitations of this Warranty. The Company’s obligation of this
Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any part of the
speaker/strobe which is found to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service during the three year period commencing with the date of manufacture. After phoning System Sensor’s toll free
number 800-SENSOR2 (736-7672) for a Return Authorization number,
send defective units postage prepaid to: System Sensor, Repair Depart-
ment, RA #__________, 3825 Ohio Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174. Please
include a note describing the malfunction and suspected cause of failure.
The Company shall not be obligated to repair or replace units which are
found to be defective because of damage, unreasonable use, modifica-
tions, or alterations occurring after the date of manufacture. In no case
shall the Company be liable for any consequential or incidental damages
for breach of this or any other Warranty, expressed or implied whatsoever,
even if the loss or damage is caused by the Company’s negligence or fault.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
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