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Informer Series

Tone Alert Receivers

Installation and Operation Manual

Federal Signal Corporation

University Park, IL 60466

Summary of Contents for Tone Alert

Page 1: ...Informer Series Tone Alert Receivers Installation and Operation Manual Federal Signal Corporation University Park IL 60466...

Page 2: ...Informer Series Tone Alert Receiver Installation and Operation Manual Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park Illinois 60466 708 534 3400 Part No 255334 Rev B 8 2002...

Page 3: ...erformed after the installer has read and understood this manual All applicable electrical codes must be followed Water and Moisture The TAR should not be used near water for example near a bathtub wa...

Page 4: ...irements for the grounding electrode Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings Acoustic Output The sound...

Page 5: ...ription 2 1 2 1 General Description 2 1 2 2 Standard Features 2 2 2 3 Optional Features 2 2 2 4 Informer Front Panel Layout 2 3 2 5 Rear View I O Definitions 2 4 Section III Installation Instructions...

Page 6: ...dio 4 1 and Channel Selection 4 4 Receiving an Alert Message 4 2 4 5 Receiving a Test Message 4 2 4 6 Volume Control 4 3 4 7 Tone Alert Radio Failure 4 3 Optional Dual Relay and 600 ohm Audio Output 4...

Page 7: ...10 6 8 5 8 5 Sensitivity 12dB SINAD 35 for 12dB SINAD per EIA 603 part 4 1 4 Decode Sensitivity 0 5 V Operating Current 100 mA Standby 400 mA Max Battery Capacity Internal sealed Lead Acid capable of...

Page 8: ...1 7 1 2 Acoustic Message Audio Output Message Audio variable from 50dBA to 85dBA 10 from the speaker on axis User cannot disable Alert or message audio Alert Beep Audio Steady Tone 1000Hz Pulsing Ton...

Page 9: ...h the speaker and being reset or shutting off with the speaker Its output level is adjustable from 0 to 2 5Vp p into 600 Ohms w 1kHz tone 3kHz deviation 1 4 Signaling Formats Number of codes Up to 6 p...

Page 10: ...Hz only Tone Frequency Range 36 6 to 254 1Hz Tone Accuracy 05 Hz Tone Decode Bandwidth 1 1 Digital Golay 23 12 23 bit digital word Digital Data Rate 134 4 Hz nominal Decode Turn on Time 250ms Decode T...

Page 11: ...ts Two optional programmable relay outputs and a 600 ohm audio output are also available These outputs can be used to control other equipment such as an optional strobe light for warning the hearing i...

Page 12: ...mputers etc Programmable RF Single Tone Two Tone DTMF CTCSS and CDCSS DPL decoding Re programmable over RS232 port without removing IC chips Volume control monitor and reset buttons with diagnostic LE...

Page 13: ...Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual 2 4 Informer Front Panel Layout Speaker Keypad BNC Antenna Connector MONITOR VOLUME ALERT RESET TEST TEST FEDERAL POWER SIGNAL 2 3 GENERAL DESCR...

Page 14: ...iver Manual 2 5 Rear View I O Definitions BNC Antenna Power Input Audio Output Level Connector Adjustment Optional 600 ohm Audio Squelch Not Used Relay Outputs Optional Wall Mount Keyholes Battery Swi...

Page 15: ...by holding down the Monitor button until audio is heard from the speaker if the monitor function has been programmed into the TAR The clarity of speech should be monitored to ensure it is clear and in...

Page 16: ...t on center Ensure the screws are placed into material that can adequately support the weight of the TAR Use a 8 wall anchor when mounting to drywall Ensure that the screws are tightened sufficiently...

Page 17: ...the cord Plug the low voltage end of the cord into the power jack located at the rear of the TAR Turn the battery switch to the on position see section 3 7 3 5 Optional IO Model Connections Do not exc...

Page 18: ...ST 012 024C Strobe Light Accessory Installation Install the strobe on the wall near the TAR at least 24 below the ceiling per instructions provided with the unit Install the model PS250 power supply o...

Page 19: ...Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Model FB2PST 012 024C Strobe Light Accessory Wiring Diagram 3 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...

Page 20: ...user supplied 18 20 AWG two wire cable with 5mm 3 16 stripped on the TAR end and quick connects on the other The quick connects must be installed after running the wires into the strobe box to enable...

Page 21: ...heck the battery switch position again and retry this test Verify the TAR activates for all required functions that have been programmed into the unit The user should be able to detect the warning ton...

Page 22: ...uthorized service center if a replacement is required Allow the battery to charge for at least 24 hours initially and after a complete discharge before relying on the battery backup feature 4 3 Monito...

Page 23: ...ly addressed ALERT messages sent over the radio whether the TAR is in Monitor mode or standby mode Instructional voice messages typically follow the Alert beeps to provide instructions for related eme...

Page 24: ...ep every 30 seconds This failure should be investigated with the local emergency management control station authorities or the local service center 4 8 Optional Dual Relay and 600 ohm Audio Output Rel...

Page 25: ...The TEST LED will stay on until you press the RESET button In the event that the TAR detects a failure the TEST LED will flash once per second If this occurs please contact your local distributor or...

Page 26: ...ch the PCB or to pull the battery wires off the PCB Grasp the battery terminal firmly and remove from the battery Grasp the battery terminal firmly and remove from the battery Connect the battery term...

Page 27: ...service center for examination and such examination reveals a defect in material and or workmanship This warranty does not cover travel expenses the cost of specialized equipment for gaining access t...