Eaton Symphoni LX Base User manual

Brand: Eaton

Model: Symphoni LX Base

Type: User manual

Eaton’s Fulleon Business

Product Manual

Symphoni LX base

M12-004 Issue 2

Product Marketing

Last revision 08/01/2015

Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

2. GENERAL FUNCTIONAL

DESCRIPTION

3. FEATURES

4. COMPLIANCE

5. GENERAL SAFETY GUIDANCE

6. PRODUCT MAINTENANCE

7. POLAR PLOT

8. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

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1. Introduction

The Symphoni (SY) LX Base is a high specification

VAD (Visual Alarm Devices) suitable for wall

mounting in accordance with EN54-23 and is part of

the LX range. The base is compatible with a number

of sounders from the Symphoni range, and is used in

place of the standard or weatherproof bases. They

are suitable for visual alarm signalling within open

areas or corridors and passages.

The device has been specifically designed for use

within fire alarm systems, to meet the requirements

of the CPR (Construction Products Regulation). It

produces a flash of light at a predetermined interval

when connected to a suitable power supply. When

connected to a common power supply, devices will

self-synchronise their flashing for a defined period of

time after starting (see installation guide for more

detail).

2. General functional description

The device is normally in an off state, with no voltage

applied to the power terminals. In this state, the unit

has no power and so does not operate.

When the device is required to operate, a voltage

between 9 - 60VDC is applied to the appropriate

power terminals. This provides power to the circuit

via a polarity protection / system monitoring diode, &

RC network which provides supply smoothing and

noise immunity protection. Further protection is also

provided against voltage spikes on the supply. At the

heart of the device is a microprocessor which

derives its power from a switched mode voltage

regulator circuit.

The light flash is achieved by the use of an LED

(Light Emitting Diode). A drive circuit generates the

necessary voltage & current required to drive the

LED. Control of the flash is achieved via the

microcontroller, which runs the programmed

firmware for its operation.

3. Features

• Approved to EN54-23

• Minimum current consumption 15mA

• 0.5 or 1Hz

• LED technology

• High sound output

3.1. Benefits

• Long service life and ultra-low current

consumption

• Coverage switch from 7.5m to 2.5m,

reducing power by up to 50%

• Locking bases prevents easy removal of

device

• Retrofit

4. Compliance

• Complies and approved to EN54-23

• Product is CE marked under the appropriate

European Regulations and Directives

• VdS certified

• Afnor certified

Variants Available

The Symphoni LX VAD base is approved in red and

white, with the LX base available in red and white

colours.

Symphoni LX Red Symphoni LX White

LX base

•

Red flash (RF)

• •

White flash (WF)

• •

See full fire catalogue for more details

6. General safety guidance

• Do not work on live circuits

• Disconnect power supply before operating

• Follow local wiring regulations where

relevant

• Ensure that the base is secured to the

mounting surface using the most appropriate

fixings. Plasterboard and hollow walls will

require special anchor fixings



Installation must be in accordance with

relevant national wiring regulations or codes

for the intended application and voltages

employed.

The following pages will give you some guidance

on how to approach the system design &

installation. However, please note that this is for

guidance ONLY. You will need to undertake your

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own calculations to ensure that the system is

capable of sounding under all foreseeable

conditions.

7. Product Maintenance

The product is of a low maintenance design.

However, systems should be tested on a regular

basis after installation. This is vital where

products are used in life safety systems. Please

refer to current & relevant maintenance practices.

If the product is installed in a harsh environment,

check seals and housing condition for any

obvious signs of wear and tear or damage on a

periodic basis.

Cleaning of the product housing should be carried

out using non-abrasive and non –corrosive

substances. A lightly moistened cloth is usually

sufficient.



Warning – Please read these specifications

and associated installation instructions carefully

before using, specifying or applying this product.

Visit WWW.COOPERFULLEON.COM or contact

Eaton Fulleon for the current installation

instructions.

Failure to comply with any of these instructions,

cautions or warnings could result in improper

application, installation and/or operation of these

products in an emergency situation, which could

result in property damage, and serious injury or

death to you and/or others.

7.1. Maintaining ingress

protection (IP) ratings

If using the product in a high humidity or

damp/wet environment, it is recommended that

ONLY a deep or U base is used. The deep or U

base has a higher IP rating than the shallow base

and can be used with appropriate cable glands

(not included) to achieve the states IP rating. The

shallow base is only intended for INDOOR use, in

low humidity environments

Use suitable cable glands (where appropriate) to

maintain the designed IP rating. The stated

product rating will ONLY be achieved if the

product is installed correctly. A selection of

suitable glands is available from all good

electrical wholesalers. Always follow the cable

gland instructions.

Where conduit systems are used to provide cable

protection, consideration should be given to

appropriate drainage points, to ensure that any

condensation or water droplets forming within the

conduit itself are able to safely drain away,

without adversely compromising any connected

devices.

Ensuring that all base and mounting screws are

secure

7.2. Wiring

It is recommended that the thickest wire possible is

used, this ensures that the series resistance is

minimised and thus the length of the wiring that can

be used is maximized.

8. Coverage

8.1. Coverage volume – wall

mounted devices

W-x-y

x – The maximum height of the device on the

wall in meters, with a minimum value of 2.4m

y – The width in metres of the square volume

covered (to a minimum level of 0.4lux) when the

device is mounted to the wall at a height

If the area to be covered is not square, use

the larger of either length or width.

If the distance measured is greater than the

VADs rated coverage, then several devices

will be required to cover the area

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8.2. Coverage ratings

VAD performance is now stated as ‘real world’

coverage volume, rather than the old misleading

& often inconsistent figures of point intensity

(candela), circuit power (watts) or flash storage

energy (joules).

As a result, achieving a more relevant &

consistent performance is now more straight

forward, since the actual coverage volume, area

& distance of the VAD in an installation is stated.

The designators x & y are defined in EN54-23,

and define the coverage volume of the VAD.

7.3 Symphoni LX wall coverage for white & red flash

White flash Red flash

Power setting High Low High Low High Low High Low

Flash rate setting 1Hz 0.5Hz 1Hz 0.5Hz 1Hz 0.5Hz 1Hz 0.5Hz

Width of room y (mounting

height x =2.4m)

7.5m 2.5 7.5 2.5 2.7 N/A 2.7 N/A

Floor coverage 56.25m

6.25m

56.25m

6.25m

7.3m

N/A 7.3m

N/A

Coverage volume 135m

15m

135m

15m

17.5m

N/A 17.5m

N/A

Current consumption @

24Vdc

25mA 15.5mA 15.5mA 9.5mA 24.5mA 14.5mA 14.5mA 10.5mA

8. Product Dimensions

Weight GB Origin

Red Base LX 100G ●

White Base LX 100G ●

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Manufactured By

Cooper Fulleon Limited

Llantarnam Park, Cwmbran, Gwent, NP44 3AW, UK

Tel: +44 (0)1633 628 500

Fax:+44 (0)1633 866 346

www.cooperfulleon.com

www.eaton.com

Made in the UK

Eaton Industries Manufacturing GmbH

Electrical Sector EMEA

Route de la Longeraie 7

1110 Morges, Switzerland

Eaton.eu

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Eaton Symphoni LX Base User manual

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