6163
CATALOG NUMBER
Audible Bases
ENGINEER AND ARCHITECT SPECIFICATIONS
IntroductionIntroduction
The ADB-3 and ADBI-60 audible bases contain a prewired
audible piezo-electric device that produces an 85db signal
for localized annunciation. The ADB-3 is designed to be
used with conventional Series 3 plug-in detectors. The
ADBI-60 is designed for use with addressable analog “X”
and intelligent “I” Series plug-in detectors. Typical applica-
tion includes all areas that normally would require localized
audible annunciation such as hotel, motel, apartment,
condominium, and dormitory rooms. The ADB-3 and ADBI-
60 are UL listed and NYMEA approved.
OperationOperation
ADB-3
The ADB-3 is powered by a conventional zone of the
system control panel with operation of the piezo electric
device being controlled via terminal #6 of the detector
base. During the supervision or no alarm condition, circuit
ground to the ADB-3 is absent and there is zero current
flow. Upon alarm of its detector, circuit ground is provided
to the ADB-3 via the base contact of terminal #6 and the
audible device is activated producing an 85db audible
signal which serves as the local alarm.
The ADB-3 is turned off by the reset of the system control
panel. The system guarantees that only one auxiliary or
remote device will activate per zone.
The ADB-3 operates with an input zone power of 18 VDC-
24 VDC and requires a 4” square, 2½” deep electrical box.
CAUTION: The ADB-3 is not to be used for primary
building evacuation, but only as a
supplemental audible signal device.
ADBI-60
The Audible Base Model ADBI-60 consists of a standard
Cerberus Pyrotronics Series 3 base combined with sup-
portive circuitry for the “X” and “I” Series Detectors and an
audible device. All field wiring terminates at two of the four-
position terminal blocks located on the back of the unit.
The ADBI-60 can be used with the MXL, MXL-IQ or IXL
Systems.
Several different configurations can provide audible signal
circuit power to the ADBI-60 at terminals 1 through 4, as
shown in diagrams 2, 3, 4 and 5 (See the typical Installa-
tion/Wiring Diagram Section). During the supervision state
(no alarms), the polarity of the power to all ADBI-60’s is in
reversed normal state, resulting in zero current flow to
each base.
Replaces Catalog Number 6148
MODEL ADB-3 / ADBI-60MODEL ADB-3 / ADBI-60
•ADB-3 Compatible with
Conventional Series “3” Detectors
•ADBI-60 Compatible with “X”
and “I” Series Detectors
•Produces 85db Audible Signal
•Surface Mounting
• Listed
•NYMEA Approved
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When any alarm is reported to the system, the power to all
ADBI-60’s reverses polarity, but no audible sounds. The
system may then selectively command the ADBI-60, under
programmed control, to become audible. All ADBI-60
bases are capable of sounding simultaneously, individually
or in any combination depending upon the system Pro-
gram and control panel. The ADBI-60 is UL 268 listed and
achieves the audibility sound output of 85 decibels at ten
feet.
CAUTION: The ADBI-60 is not to be used for primary
building evacuation, but only as a
supplemental audible signal device.
Application DataApplication Data
The ADB-3 is fully compatible with Series 3 plug-in detec-
tors. When an ADB-3 is used with a compatible detector,
no remote relay or lamp device can be used with that
same detector. No more than thirty (30) compatible
detectors of any type or combination (other than thermals
or manual stations) may be used on any one Cerberus
Pyrotronics conventional system detector circuit.
The ADBI-60 is compatible only with Cerberus Pyrotronics
MXL or IXL addressable detectors. No more than sixty (60)
“I” Series detectors on MXL or IXL loops may be used on
any one addressable initiating circuit.
The smoke detectors used with the ADB-3 and ADBI-60
are subject to the maximum 30 ft. center spacing (900 sq.
ft.) as referred to in the National Fire Protection Association
Standard 72. This spacing, however, is based on ideal
conditions, namely, smooth ceiling, no air movement, and
no physical obstructions between the fire source and the
detector. This spacing should be used as a guide or
starting in detector installation layout. Do not mount
detectors in areas close to ventilating or air conditioning
outlets. Exposed joists or beamed ceilings may also effect
safe spacing limitations for detectors. It is mandatory that
NFPA 72 and good engineering judgement be applied
regarding detector locations and spacing.
Architect/Engineers SpecificationsArchitect/Engineers Specifications
The audible device that shall be used for localized annun-
ciation shall be contained in a plug-in twist lock detector
base that is compatible with Cerberus Pyrotronics “3”, “X”
or “I” Series plug-in detectors. The detector base shall
contain a prewired piezo electric device that will produce
an audible signal at a minimum of 85 db at 10 feet.
The audible device when used with a standard Cerberus
Pyrotronics conventional zone fire alarm system shall be
the ADB-3. Power shall be provided to the ADB-3 audible
base through the zone wires of the fire alarm control panel.
The input power provided shall be 18 VDC- 24 VDC. The
fire alarm panel shall guarantee that one audible base
model ADB-3, or one remote relay model RR-3/3S or one
remote lamp model RL-30 or RL-40 will activate per zone.
Once activated the ADB-3 shall be silenced via the reset of
the control panel.
Th audible device, when used with the addressable/
analog, Cerberus Pyrotronics fire alarm MXL or IXL Sys-
tems, shall be the ADBI-60. Power shall be provided to the
ADBI-60 by the system if the total power requirement is
less than 3.0 amps or from a separate auxiliary power
supply if the total power requirement exceeds 3.0 amps.
100% of all audible bases shall be capable of sounding
simultaneously, individually or in any combination. Once
initiated, the audible base shall lock into alarm and must
be silenced at the MXL or IXL System control panel or
MXL’s optional printer. The audible base, when used with
the Cerberus Pyrotronics addressable/analog System MXL
or IXL, shall require input power of 28-48 VDC peak
fullwave or 20-27 VDC while on battery.
The audible bases shall be UL listed.
Technical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications
ADB-3 and ADBI-60
Audible Ouput: 85db @ 10 ft./min.
Model ADB-3
Voltage Rating: DC (Zone Power): 18-24 VDC
Current: Supervisory - 0 A
Alarm - 13 mA at 25 VDC
Constraint: Only one device is guaranteed
to activate per zone.
Model ADBI-60
Voltage Rating: On AC Power: 28-48 VDC peak,
Full wave
On Battery: 20-27 VDC
Current: Supervisory - 0 A
Alarm - 37 mA at 25 VDC
Contraints:
1. The maximum number of ADBI-60’s per a AA-30U,
AE-30U, ICP, MMB-1, CES or CSM-4 Bell power loop is
40, with no other devices connected, and with the
maximum loop current available.
NOTE: The number of ADBI-60’s cannot exceed the
maximum current available to the loop. See the IXL
Manual, P/N 315-092371, or the MXL Manual, P/N 315-
092036, for the compatibility details of ICon, ALD and
audible circuit wiring.
2. Maximum line resistance permitted (both wires), not
including the end of the line resistor, is 3 ohms. A
minimum of 14 AWG wire must be used.
3. T-tapping of the audible circuit (Diagrams 2, 3, 4, and 5)
is not allowed.
NOTE: The 24 VDC external power source should not
be powering any other devices that could generate
noise on the line, such as a Voice Alarm system or
devices which are not part of the fire alarm system. If
there is any ground detection with the 24 VDC external
power, disconnect it.
4. Use the AA-30U for either Class A or Class B wiring; the
AE-30U for Class B wiring only (Diagrams 2 and 3).
5. If the ADBI-60 is powered by MXL (Diagrams 4 and 5),
the total system power available for indicating appli-
ances is 3A. If more than 3A is required, use the
configuration in Diagram 2 or Diagram 3 for auxiliary
power.
6. Connect terminal 6 of the PS-35 (Diagrams 2 and 3)
to the minus DC side of the MXL main power supply for
proper ground fault supervision.
7. Each audible base is marked to indicate its type
(ADBI-60 or ADB-3):
oADBI-60
oADB-3
The boxes are usually marked with a check mark.
However, if the audible portion of an ADBI-60 is
polarized for reverse polarity detection, the unit is
marked with an S. If it is not marked with an S, the
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audible portion of the unit does not have reverse
polarity detection. In either case, each unit must be
tested for proper operation.
Audible Base and Detector Compatibility:
* ADB-3 (With System 3):
DI-3 PE-3000
DI-3H PE-3000T
DI-A3 PEC-3
DI-A3H PEC-3T
DT-3P PE-3
PE-3T
* ADBI-60 (With MXL or IXL):
ID-60I ID-60T
ID-60IH ID-60P
ID-60IA ID-60PT
ID-60IAH
ILI-1 ILP-1
ILI-1H ILPT-1
ILI-1A ILT-1
ILI-IAH ILP-2
Ordering InformationOrdering Information
ModelDescription Shipping
Lbs.
Weight
Kg.
ADB-3 Audible Detector Base for
System 3
1 .45
ADBI-60 Audible Detector Base for
IXL and MXL
1 .45
BI-35* Battery Interface Module 1 .45
AA-30U Class A Alarm Extender
Module
1 .45
AE-30U Class B Alarm Extender
Module
1 .45
BC-35* Battery Charger 31.4
PS-35* Power Supply Module 16 8.3
TRI-B6* Addressable Intelligent
Interface Module
2 .90
MXP-2* Mounting Plate for TRI-2R 1 .45
CSM-4 Programmable Signal
Module (MXL System)
1 .45
Typical Installation/Wiring DiagramsTypical Installation/Wiring Diagrams
* Required when total audible current demand exceeds 3.0A on MXL and IXL Systems
Caution: DO NOT USE LOOPED WIRE UNDER TERMINAL 5 OF DB-3S BASE. USE A BREAK IN
THE WIRE AT THE TERMINAL TO PROVIDE SUPERVISION OF CONNECTION
Diagram 1
ADB-3 When Used with System 3
(Conventional Zone)
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Diagram 2
ADBI-60 When Used with MXL System and Powered by Auxiliary Power Supply (With Battery Backup)
Diagram 3
ADBI-60 When Used with MXL System and Powered by Auxiliary Power Supply (With No Battery Backup)
NOTE: WHEN THE OPTIONAL MM-35 IS NOT USED, A
SUPERVISORY CONNECTOR MODEL JP-BE MUST BE
INSTALLED AT P2 OF THE BC-35 OR LAST BE-35 MODULE
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Diagram 4
ADBI-60 When Used and Powered by MXL System
(Directly from the MMB-1 Module)
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NOTICE: The use of other than Cerberus Pyrotronics detectors and bases with Cerberus Pyrotronics
equipment will be considered a misapplication of Cerberus Pyrotronics equipment and as such void all
warranties either expressed or implied with regard to loss, damage, liabilities and/or service problems.
Diagram 5
ADBI-60 When Used and Powered by MXL System
(From the CSM-4 Module)
August 1997
Replaces Catalog No. 6148
Supersedes sheet dated 3/97
8/97
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Printed in U.S.A.
Cerberus Pyrotronics
8 Ridgedale Avenue
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
Tel: (201) 267-1300
FAX: (201) 397-7008
Website: www.cerbpyro.com
Cerberus Pyrotronics
50 East Pearce Street
Richmond Hill, Ontario
L4B, 1B7 CN
Tel: (905) 764-8384
FAX: (905) 731-9182
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