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FCM-1 Module
(See wiring diagram Fig. 5 for FRM-1)
GENERAL
FCM-1 Control Module
— The FCM-1 Addressable
Control Module provides the NOTIFIER AFC-600 control
panel for a circuit of Notification Appliances (horns, strobes,
speakers, etc.) or to monitor a telephone circuit.
Addressability allows the FCM to be activated, either manu-
ally or through panel programming, on a select (zone or
area of coverage) basis.
FRM-1 Relay Module
— The FRM-1 Addressable Re-
lay Module provides the AFC-600 with a dry-contact output
for activating a variety of auxiliary devices, such as fans,
dampers, control equipment, etc. Addressability allows the
dry contact to be activated, either manually or through panel
programming, on a select basis.
FlashScan
(patent pending) is a new communication
protocol developed by NOTIFIER Engineering that greatly
enhances the speed of communication between analog in-
telligent devices. Intelligent devices communicate in a
grouped fashion. If one of the devices within the group
has new information, the panel CPU stops the group poll
and concentrates on single points. The net effect is re-
sponse speed
greater than five times that of other de-
signs.
FEATURES
• Built-in type identification automatically identifies these
devices to the control panel.
• Internal circuitry and relay powered directly by two-wire
SLC loop. The FCM module requires power (for horns,
strobes, etc.), audio (for speakers), or a telephone riser
(for handsets).
• Built-in PS monitor replaces end-of-line relay (FCM only).
• Integral LED “blinks” green each time a communication
is received from the control panel and turns on in steady
red when activated.
• LED blink may be deselected globally (affects all devices).
• High noise immunity (EMF/RFI).
• The FCM may be used to switch 24-volt NAC power, audio
(up to 70.7 V
RMS
) or telephone.
• Wide viewing angle of LED.
• SEMS screws with clamping plates for wiring ease.
• Direct-dial entry of address (01-159).
• Speaker, audible/visual, and telephone applications may
be wired for Class B or A (Style Y or Z).
ISO-9001
Engineering and Manufacturing
Quality System Certified to
International Standard ISO-9001
Made in the U.S.A.
This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes. We try to keep our
product information up-to-date and accurate. We cannot cover all specific applications or
anticipate all requirements. All specifications are subject to change without notice. For
more information, contact NOTIFIER. Phone: (203) 484-7161 FAX: (203) 484-7118
One Fire-Lite Place, Northford, Connecticut 06472
FCM and FRM Series
Control and Relay Modules
with FlashScan
June 18, 1999
H-230
Section: Intelligent/Addressable Devices
PRELIMINARY
FlashScan™ is a trademark of NOTIFIER.
Noryl® is a registered trademark of GE Plastics, a subsidiary of
General Electric Company.
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APPLICATIONS
The FCM is used to switch 24 VDC audible/visual power,
high-level audio (speakers), or control telephone devices.
The FRM may be programmed to operate dry contacts for
door holders, Air Handling Unit shutdown, etc., and to re-
set four-wire smoke detector power.
CONSTRUCTION
• The face plate is made of off-white Noryl®.
• Controls include two rotary switches for direct-dial entry
of address (01-159).
• The FCM is configured for a single Class B (Style Y) or
Class A (Style Z) Notification Appliance Circuit.
• The FRM provides two Form-C dry contacts that switch
together.
OPERATION
Each FCM or FRM uses one of 159 possible module ad-
dresses on a SLC loop. It responds to regular polls from
the control panel and reports its type and status, including
the open/normal/short status of its Notification Appliance
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