EMS FireCell FCX-500-444 Installation guide

EMS
Brand
EMS
Model
FireCell FCX-500-444
Category
Fire protection
Type
Installation guide

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EMS FireCell FCX-500-444 is a 4 Loop Radio Hub with a remote aerial facility. It can be used to connect up to four loops of fire detection and alarm devices, and it has a built-in radio transceiver that allows it to communicate with other FireCell devices. The FCX-500-444 is powered by the loop, and it has a typical operating current of 24mA at 24Vdc for the first loop, with an additional 7mA for each additional connected loop. The FCX-500-444 is approved to EN54-18:2005 and EN54-25:2008, and it has an IP rating of IP54.

EMS FireCell FCX-500-444 is a 4 Loop Radio Hub with a remote aerial facility. It can be used to connect up to four loops of fire detection and alarm devices, and it has a built-in radio transceiver that allows it to communicate with other FireCell devices. The FCX-500-444 is powered by the loop, and it has a typical operating current of 24mA at 24Vdc for the first loop, with an additional 7mA for each additional connected loop. The FCX-500-444 is approved to EN54-18:2005 and EN54-25:2008, and it has an IP rating of IP54.

Radio Hub
Installation Guide
1 Pre Installation
FCX-500-004
FCX-500-444
4 Loop Radio Hub
4 Loop Radio Hub c/w Remote Aerial Facility
2 Components
Part No Product Description
!
Installation must conform to applicable local installation
codes and
should only be installed by a fully trained
competent person.
Ensure the
Radio Hub is located as per the site survey.
Refer to step 3 to ensure optimised wireless performance.
I
f using remote aerials with this product, refer to the Remote
Aerial Installation manual for more information.
6 Fix to the Wall
4 Optional PCB Removal
5 Remove Cable Entry Points
Drill the cable entry
points as necessary.
1
2
3
4
5
4x Corner Covers
4x Lid Screws
1x Radio Hub Lid
1x Radio Hub PCB 1x Radio Hub Back Box
= Do Not Use
= Available cable
entry points
FIRE
Fire Alarm Control
3 Mounting Location Guidelines
Ensure the Radio Hub is not
installed within 2m of other
wireless or electrical
equipment (not including the
Control Panel).
Ensure the Radio Hub is not
installed within 0.6m of any
metal work.
POWER
FAULT
0.6m
2m
Control
Panel
Radio
Hub
Remove the three circled retaining screws, before unclipping
the PCB.
TX
RESET
LOGON
RX
BACK
HEALTHY
FA ULT
SYS FAULT
LOOP 1
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 2
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 3
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 4
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
RF1 RF2
TX
RX
ATTENTION
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
FOR HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC
SENSITIVE
1
2 3
4 5
For optimum wireless
performance,the
following must be
observed:
All five circled
fixing positions
are available for
use.
The key hole can
also be used for
locating and
fixing where
required.
RADIO HUB
POWER
FA ULT
SYSTEM
FA ULT
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TX
RESET
RX
BACK
HEALTHY
FA U LT
SYS FAULT
LOOP 1
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 2
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
RF1 RF2
TX
RX
TX
RESET
LOGON
RX
BACK
HEALTHY
FAU LT
SYS FAULT
LOOP 1
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 2
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 3
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 4
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
RF1 RF2
TX
RX
Operating
Temperature -10°C to 55°C
Storage
Temperature 5°C to 30°C
Humidity Up to 95% non-condensing
Operating Voltage 17 to 28Vdc
Typical Operating
Current 24mA@24Vdc loop powered (1st loop)
+7mA per each connected loop
IP Rating IP54
Operating Frequency 868MHz
Output Transmitter
Power 0 - 14 dBm (0 - 25 mW)
Dimensions 270mm (W) 205mm (H) 75mm (D)
Weight 0.95kg
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive):
Products marked with this symbol cannot be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the
European Union. For proper recycling, return this
product to your local supplier upon purchase of
equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at
designated collection points. For more information
see www.recyclethis.info
European Union
directives
EMS declares that the radio equipment type FireCell
Radio Hub is in compliance with Directive
2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of
conformity is available at the following internet
address:
www.emsgroup.co.uk
Approved to
EN54-18:2005. Fire detection and fire alarm
systems. Part 18: Input/output devices.
EN54-25:2008. Incorporating corrigenda
September 2010 and March 2012. Fire detection
and fire alarm systems. Part 25: Components using
radio links.
Certification
Certification body
CPR Certificate DOP 0359-CPR-0028
9 Configuration
The Radio Hub’s programming and loop address are configured
within the menu structure of the Radio Hub.
8 Applying Power
Apply power to the Control Panel. The normal LED states for the
Radio Hub are as below:
10 Close Radio Hub
Ensure that the Radio Hub PCB is correctly inserted and that
the PCB retaining screws are refitted.
Refit the Radio Hub lid, ensuring the LEDs are not damaged by
the light pipe when refitting.
POWER
FA U LT
SYSTEM
FA U LT
RADIO HUB
Healthy LED - Green LED will be on.
Fault LED - Yellow LED will be off.
Sys Fault LED - Yellow LED will be off.
7 Connection Wiring
Loop cables should only be
passed via the access
points available.
Flame retardant cable
glands must be used.
DO NOT leave excess cable
in the Radio Hub.
Repeat for
Loops 2, 3
and 4 if used.
Radio Hub Loop 1 connection
+
-
Control Panel
Loop 1
LOOP 1
+
-
IN OUT
+
-
LOOP 2
+
-
IN OUT IN OUT
+
-
+
-
OUT
IN
Refer to the programming manual (Doc Ref: MK98) for details of
compatible FireCell devices and full programming information.
Free to download from
www.emsgroup.co.uk
0359
10
Manufacturer EMS Ltd. Technology House, Herne Bay, Kent,
CT6 8JZ, United Kingdom
Year of
manufacture See devices serial number label
Regulatory InformationSpecification
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EMS FireCell FCX-500-444 Installation guide

EMS
Brand
EMS
Model
FireCell FCX-500-444
Category
Fire protection
Type
Installation guide
This manual is also suitable for

EMS FireCell FCX-500-444 is a 4 Loop Radio Hub with a remote aerial facility. It can be used to connect up to four loops of fire detection and alarm devices, and it has a built-in radio transceiver that allows it to communicate with other FireCell devices. The FCX-500-444 is powered by the loop, and it has a typical operating current of 24mA at 24Vdc for the first loop, with an additional 7mA for each additional connected loop. The FCX-500-444 is approved to EN54-18:2005 and EN54-25:2008, and it has an IP rating of IP54.

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