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Farenhyt™ Series Emergency Communication System ECS Series Manual Document 151455 Rev: H 2/15/2022 ECN: 151770...
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Fire Alarm & Emergency Communication System Limitations While a life safety system may lower insurance rates, it is not a substitute for life and property insurance! An automatic fire alarm system—typically made up of smoke IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same room detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning as the control panel and in rooms used by the system for the devices, and a fire alarm control panel (FACP) with remote...
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Table of Contents Section 1: Overview ................................7 1.1: Compatible ECS Series Equipment ...................................7 1.2: ECS Features ........................................8 1.3: Terms Used in this Manual ....................................8 1.4: Related Documentation .....................................9 Section 2: Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements..................10 2.1: Federal Communications Commission (FCC)..............................10 2.2: Underwriters Laboratories (UL) ..................................10 2.2.1: Requirements for All Installations................................10 2.2.2: Requirements for Central Station Fire Alarm Systems ........................10...
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Table of Contents 4.6.9: Backup Battery for ECS-125W ................................43 4.6.10: Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery ..........................43 4.7: Installing the ECS-DUAL50W..................................44 4.7.1: ECS-DUAL50W Board Layout................................45 4.7.2: Mounting the ECS-DUAL50W ................................45 4.7.3: Mounting the ECS-DUAL50WBD Board Only...........................46 4.7.4: Wiring Specifications ...................................48 4.7.5: Speaker Wiring .....................................48 4.7.6: VBUS Wiring .......................................50 4.7.7: SBUS Wiring ......................................52...
Section 1: Overview The Emergency Communication System Packages are a combination of the addressable fire alarm control panel and voice integration control all in one package. The general idea of the Emergency Communication System is to activate a message giving building occupants instruc- tions about an emergency event.
UL standard 2572. FACP Fire Alarm Control Panel Local Operator's Console: The user interface for a Mass Notification System. In the Honeywell Farenhyt Series product line, this would be the interface provided by the IFP-100ECS, IFP-1000ECS, IFP-300ECS, IFP-2000ECS, IFP-2100ECS, ECS-LOC, or ECS-LOC2100.
Related Documentation Overview Term Description Input Point An addressable sensing device, such as a smoke or heat detector or a contact monitor device. Input Zone A protected area made up of input points. Output Point A notification point or circuit for notification appliances. Relay circuits and auxiliary power circuits are also considered (or Output Circuit) output points.
Section 2: Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements 2.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) The following information must be provided to the telephone company before the FACP can be connected to the phone lines: Manufacturer: Honeywell Farenhyt Model Number: IFP-100ECS, IFP-1000ECS, IFP-2000ECS, IFP-300ECS, IFP-2100ECS FCC registration number:...
At least one UL listed supervised notification appliance must be used. 2.2.4 Requirements for Remote Station Protected Fire Alarm Systems Minimum system requirements are one Honeywell Silent Knight addressable initiating device and either a 5220, Keltron 3158, or the built- in Digital Alarm Communicator Transmitter (DACT).
Section 3: Installation This section of the manual is intended to help you plan your tasks to complete the installation. Please read this section thoroughly, especially if you are installing a ECS Series control panel for the first time. 3.1 Environmental Specifications It is important to protect the ECS panel from water.
Section 4: ECS Device Installation 4.1 Connecting AC Power and Batteries Refer to the FACP Manual for proper AC and battery power connections. See Section 1.4 on page 9 for reference documentation. 4.2 Installing the ECS-VCM The ECS-VCM Voice Control Module is contained within the Farenhyt Series ECS panel enclosure. It provides a supervised microphone for live communication and an interface for the Emergency Communication System.
Installing the ECS-VCM ECS Device Installation 4.2.2 Installing the ECS-VCM Open the cabinet door and the dead front panel. Remove AC power and disconnect the backup batteries from the main control panel. Align the ECS-VCM over the mounting studs in the middle section of the dead front panel and secure with the six supplied nuts with lockwashers.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-VCM 4.2.4 Installing and Connecting the ECS-SW24 to the ECS-VCM The ECS-SW24 adds 24 switches to the IFP-100ECS, IFP-1000ECS, ECS-LOC, and IFP-2000ECS control panels for a total of 40 (with the 16 non-ECS switches on the ECS-VCM). Follow these steps to install and connect the ECS-SW24: Open the cabinet door and dead front panel.
Installing the ECS-VCM ECS Device Installation 4.2.5 Installing the Microphone To install the microphone follow these steps: Clip the microphone into the microphone clip. Figure 4.7 Sliding Microphone into Microphone Clip Insert microphone cord through hole at the bottom of the dead front panel. Figure 4.8 Microphone Cord Inserted Through Dead Front Panel Hole Attach strain relief clip to microphone cord.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-NVCM Push the strain relief into the hole in the dead front panel. Connect microphone to Connector P2 on ECS-VCM Keypad. Refer to Figure 4.1 for location. 4.3 Installing the ECS-NVCM This section provides information on the ECS-NVCM, Network Voice Control Module. The ECS-NVCM is compatible with the IFP- 2100ECS and ECS-300ECS FACPs.
Installing the ECS-NVCM ECS Device Installation 4.3.2 Installing the ECS-NVCM Remove AC power from the FACP. Open the cabinet. Align the ECS-NVCM over the mounting studs below the FACP board and secure with six supplied nuts/lockwashers. Refer to the figures below for mounting locations. 6815 6815 SK-NIC...
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ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-NVCM 6815 IFP-300ECS SK-NIC ECS-EMG ECS-NVCM ECS-SW24 Figure 4.14 Wiring Harness Connections Between the ECS-NVCM/ECS-SW24 to the IFP-300ECS IFP-2100ECS 6815 6815 ECS-EMG SK-NIC ECS-NVCM ECS-SW24 ECS-SW24 Figure 4.15 Wiring Harness Connections Between the ECS-EMG/ECS-SW24 and the IFP-2100ECS ECS Series Manual —...
Installing the ECS-NVCM ECS Device Installation 4.3.4 ECS-NVCM Fiber Modules The ECS-NVCM supports two types of fiber-option modules to convert wire to fiber. For more information see Installation sheet PN LS10178-001SK-E. • SK-FML (Fiber-Optic Multi-Mode, Receiver) • SK-FSL (Fiber-Optic Single-Mode, Transmitter) LED1 LED2 4.3.5 Installing the Microphone...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-50W Insert microphone cord through hole at the bottom of the dead front panel. back of dead front panel back of ECS-EMG microphone cord Figure 4.17 Inserting Microphone Cord Through Dead Front Panel Hole Attach strain relief clip to microphone cord. The strain relief clip should have about 2.75” of microphone cord through it. 2.75”...
Installing the ECS-50W ECS Device Installation 4.4.1 -50W Board Layout Figure 4.19 shows the location of terminals, DIP switches, and expander connection, used in the installation of the ECS-50W. VBUS SBUS – – – SBUS SBUS ID DIP Switch Audio Expander CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 3...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-50W Install remaining fasteners and tighten. 14.5” 11” mounting key holes 24.75” bottom mounting holes Figure 4.20 Amplifier Cabinet Flush-Mount Dimensions and Mounting Hole Locations 4.4.3 Mounting the ECS-50WBD Board Only NOTE: Installation and wiring of this device must be done in accordance with NFPA 72 and local ordinance Ensure AC and DC power have been removed from the panel.
Installing the ECS-50W ECS Device Installation Restore AC power and reconnect the backup batteries. – – – SBUS mounting screws mounting screws CIR CUIT 4 CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 1 – – – – – – – – Figure 4.21 ECS-50WBD In Enclosure 4.4.4 Wiring Specifications All wiring and devices installed in the system must meet the standards described in National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), NFPA Standard 72, and Life Safety Code (NFPA 101).
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-50W High frequency noise, such as that produced by the inductive 2 reactance of a speaker or bell, can also be reduced by running the wire through ferrite beads or by wrapping it around a ferrite toroid core. Figure 4.22 provides an example. VBUS SBUS audio circuits...
Installing the ECS-50W ECS Device Installation Class B Speaker Configuration Figure 4.23 illustrates how to wire speakers to the control panel using Class B supervision. C IR C U IT 4 C IR C U IT 3 C IR C U IT 2 C IR C U IT 1 –...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-50W Connect the VBUS from the ECS-VCM to the ECS-50W amplifiers as shown in Figure 4.25 or ECS-NVCM as shown in Figure 4.26. ECS-VCM VBUS connections 3 Vrms, 5mA max. supervised, power-limited Class B to next ECS-50W –...
Installing the ECS-50W ECS Device Installation supervised, FACP power-limited Class B To next ECS-50W – – – – – – O U T SBU S O U T SB U S ECS-50W ECS-50W Figure 4.27 Connecting ECS-50W Amplifiers to the SBUS See Section 4.11 for information on setting SBUS addresses.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-50W Plug the transformer output to the AC connector on the control panel as shown below. C IR C U IT 4 C IR C U – O U T – – green white black Figure 4.29 AC Connections 4.4.9 Backup Battery for ECS-50W The following steps explain how to connect the batteries (refer to Figure 4.30):...
Installing the ECS-INT50W ECS Device Installation 4.4.10 Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery This section helps you determine the current draw and standby battery needs for your installation (18 ampere hours max. will fit in cabinet). These capacities have a built-in 20% derating factor. Complete the remaining instructions in Table 4.1. Batteries larger than 18 AH will not fit in the main control cabinet, and must be housed in the RBB Accessory Battery Cabinet.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-INT50W When mounting the ECS-INT50W in the ECS cabinet that contains an ECS-NVCM, it is necessary to mount the ECS-INT50W on the right side of the control board. To do this, you will need the ECS-AMPMT mounting kit (ordered separately). Mount the ECS-AMPMT plate into the cabinet using the six supplied screws.
Installing the ECS-INT50W ECS Device Installation The internal amplifier must be powered by either a NAC programmed as constant auxiliary power or by an auxiliary power supply UL-listed for fire protective signaling. Refer to the FACP installation manual for more information. ECS-INT50W FACP supervised,...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-INT50W Connect the VBUS from the ECS-VCM to the ECS-INT50W amplifiers as shown in Figure 4.35 or the ECS-NVCM to the ECS-INT50W as shown in Figure 4.36. ECS-VCM AUDIO VBUS VBUS CMD2 COMMON CMD1 supervised, power-limited, Class B ECS-INT50W...
Installing the ECS-125W ECS Device Installation 4.5.6 Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery This section helps to determine the current draw and standby battery needs for your installation. These capacities have a built-in 20% derat- ing factor. Complete the remaining instructions in Table 4.2. Batteries larger than 18 AH will not fit in the main control cabinet, and must be housed in the RBB Accessory Battery Cabinet.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-125W 4.6.1 ECS-125W Board Layout Figure 4.37 shows the location of terminals, DIP switches, and expander connections used in the installation of the ECS-125W. AC connector VBUS Out VBUS In SBUS DIP switch audio expander CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 2...
Installing the ECS-125W ECS Device Installation Install center top fastener in the wall with the screw head protruding. Place backbox over the top screw, level and secure. Mark and drill the lower mounting holes. Install remaining fasteners and tighten. 14.5” board mounting bracket 11”...
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ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-125W Secure the supplied “L-shaped” bracket to the top mounting bracket on the ECS-125WBD with the two mounting screws. CIRCUIT 4 CIRCUIT 3 CIRCUIT 2 CIRCUIT 1 – – – – – – – – Figure 4.39 ECS-125WBD Mounting Bracket Align the mounting holes on the bracket with the enclosure.
Installing the ECS-125W ECS Device Installation 4.6.4 Wiring Specifications All wiring and devices installed in the system must meet the standards described in National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), NFPA Standard 72, and Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). To avoid induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another), keep input wiring isolated from high-current output and power wiring.
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ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-125W Wiring Lengths Number Of Speakers Total Load Wire Distance in Feet @1/2 W @1 W Vrms Watts 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 25Vrms 3900 6200 9860 15680 25Vrms 2125 3380 5375 8540 25Vrms 1460...
Installing the ECS-125W ECS Device Installation 4.6.6 VBUS Wiring The VBUS is an analog voice bus that carries the recorded voice messages from the ECS-VCM or ECS-NVCM to the ECS-125W or the voice messages generated from a system microphone to the ECS-125W. The maximum resistance on the VBUS is 20Ω. Connect the VBUS from the ECS-VCM to the ECS-125W amplifiers as shown in Figure 4.44 or from the ECS-NVCM to the ECS-125W as shown in Figure 4.45.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-125W 4.6.7 SBUS Wiring This section contains information on how to connect ECS-125W amplifiers (up to 8 for IFP-100ECS, IFP-300ECS, or IFP-1000ECS; up to 16 for IFP-2000ECS or IFP-2100ECS) onto the main control SBUS. Refer to Section 4 of the FACP Installation manual for SBUS specifica- tions.
Installing the ECS-125W ECS Device Installation The AC terminals are rated as 120 VAC, 60Hz or 240VAC, 50Hz. Figure 4.48 AC Connection 4.6.9 Backup Battery for ECS-125W The following steps explain how to connect the batteries (refer to Figure 4.49): Connect the black wire of the battery harness to the (-) side of the battery #2.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-DUAL50W Batteries larger than 18 AH will not fit in the main control cabinet, and must be housed in the RBB Accessory Battery Cabinet. The system supports a maximum of 35 AH batteries. No. of Standby Alarm Device...
Installing the ECS-DUAL50W ECS Device Installation 4.7.1 ECS-DUAL50W Board Layout Figure 4.50 shows the location of terminals, DIP switches and expander connection used in the installation of the ECS-DUAL50W. AC connector VBUS1 VBUS2 test switches SBUS ID DIP switch amp mode DIP switch backup card connector SBUS...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-DUAL50W Install remaining fasteners and tighten. 14.5” board mounting bracket 11” mounting key holes 24.75” bottom mounting holes Figure 4.51 Cabinet Flush-Mount Dimensions and Mounting Hole Locations 4.7.3 Mounting the ECS-DUAL50WBD Board Only NOTE: Installation and wiring of this device must be done in accordance with NFPA 72 and local ordinances. Ensure AC and DC power have been removed from the panel.
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Installing the ECS-DUAL50W ECS Device Installation Secure the supplied “L-shaped” bracket to the top mounting bracket on the ECS-DUAL50WBD with the two mounting screws. See Figure 4.52. Figure 4.52 ECS-DUAL50WBD Mounting Bracket Align the mounting holes on the bracket with the enclosure. Secure the board to the enclosure.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-DUAL50W 4.7.4 Wiring Specifications All wiring and devices installed in the system must meet the standards described in National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), NFPA Standard 72, and Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). To avoid induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another), keep input wiring isolated from high-current output and power wiring.
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Installing the ECS-DUAL50W ECS Device Installation Wiring Lengths Number Of Speakers Total Load Wire Distance in Feet @1/2 W @1 W Vrms Watts 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 25Vrms 3900 6200 9860 15680 70Vrms 25000 39700 63200 100520 25Vrms 2125...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-DUAL50W Class A Speaker Configuration for ECS-DUAL50W Figure 4.56 illustrates how to wire speakers to the control panel using Class A wiring. AUDIO CIRCUIT OUT AUDIO CIRCUIT OUT AUDIO CIRCUIT IN AUDIO CIRCUIT IN supervised, power-limited Figure 4.56 Class A Speaker Configuration 4.7.6 VBUS Wiring...
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Installing the ECS-DUAL50W ECS Device Installation ECS-VCM supervised, power-limited Class B UL-listed 15kΩ EOL at last device on the VBUS to next ECS-DUAL50W ECS-DUAL50W ECS-DUAL50W Figure 4.58 VBUS2 Wiring for Dual Channel for ECS-VCM supervised, UL-listed 15kΩ power-limited EOL at last device Class B on the VBUS to next...
When the ECS-DUAL50W is connected to an IFP-100ECS or IFP-1000ECS version 13 or prior, see Figure 4.62 below to set the amplifier mode. If using version 14 or later, the mode is set using HFSS (Honeywell Fire Software Suite) and the DIP switch mode selector is ignored.
Installing the ECS-DUAL50W ECS Device Installation Position (default) Figure 4.62 DIP Switch Modes 4.7.9 Test Switches See Figure 4.50 on page 45 for the location of the Test slide switches. SW1 - AMP A Switch should be moved to the “ON” position for normal operation. Move this switch to the “Test” position to test backup amplifier. SW2 - AMP B Switch should be moved to the “ON”...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-50WBU Connect the red wire from the battery harness to the positive (+) side of battery #1. Figure 4.64 Battery Connection to ECS-DUAL50W 4.7.12 Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery This section helps determine the current draw and standby battery needs for your installation (18 AH maximum will fit in cabinet). Complete the remaining instructions in Table 4.6.
Installing the ECS-50WBU ECS Device Installation 4.8.1 ECS-DUAL50W Board Layout Figure 4.65 shows the location of the ECS-50WBU on the ECS-DUAL50W board. ECS-50WBU Figure 4.65 ECS-50WBU Mounting Location 4.8.2 Installing the ECS-50WBU Follow these steps to install the ECS-50WBU. Ensure all power supplied to the ECS-DUAL50W is removed. Secure the four standoffs supplied with the ECS-DUAL50W to the board as shown in Figure 4.66.
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-CE4 Using the four supplied screws, secure the ECS-50WBU to the standoffs. secure with screws install standoffs ECS-50WBU cable harness Figure 4.66 Mounting the ECS-50WBU 4.9 Installing the ECS-CE4 The ECS-CE4 adds four audio circuits to the ECS-50W and ECS-125W. The ECS-CE4 mounts inside the ECS-50W or ECS-125W cabinet. Follow these steps to install the ECS-CE4.
Installing the ECS-RVM ECS Device Installation Secure the ECS-CE4 to the backbox using the four supplied screws as shown in Figure 4.67. secure with screws C IR CU IT 5 CIRC U IT 6 + O U T – + IN – + OU T –...
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ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-RVM SBUS address DIP switch SBUS not used dead front panel mounting holes VBUS aux audio input microphone aux audio ECS-SW24 connector trigger connector Figure 4.69 Back View of ECS-RVM READY NON-ACTIVE ALL CALL ECS CONTROL CALL TO TALK ECS Control...
Installing the ECS-RVM ECS Device Installation 4.10.2 Wiring the ECS-RVM Refer to Figure 4.71 to properly connect the ECS-RVM to the FACP’s SBUS. ECS-RVM supervised, power-limited Class B FACP Figure 4.71 ECS-RVM SBUS Connections Connect the SBUS to the annunciator and ECS-RVM. See Figure 4.72. from previous SBUS device annunciator...
ECS Device Installation Installing the ECS-RVM ECS-VCM supervised, power-limited Class B ECS-RVM ECS-125W Figure 4.73 VBUS and ECS-125W Wiring for ECS-RVM using the ECS-VCM supervised, power-limited Class B ECS-RVM ECS-NVCM ECS-125W Figure 4.74 VBUS and ECS-125W Wiring for ECS-RVM using the ECS-NVCM 4.10.3 Installing the Microphone To install the microphone follow these steps: Clip the microphone onto the microphone clip.
Addressing SBUS Devices ECS Device Installation Attach strain relief clip to microphone cord. The strain relief clip should have about 2.75” of microphone cord through it. . 2.75” Figure 4.76 Installing Strain Relief Clip Push the strain into the hole in the dead front panel. 4.10.4 To Remove the ECS-RVM To remove the ECS-RVM follow these steps: Remove AC power and disconnect batteries from the main control panel.
Panel Security Panel installation / maintenance security checklist System Description: _________________________________________________________________ System Location: ___________________________________________________________________ Installer: ___________________________________________________ Date: __________________ Complete the following cyber security tasks for each panel installation. Install the panel in a secure location considering both software and hardware vulnerabilities. Change the default password to a unique password.
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Manufacturer Warranties and Limitation of Liability Manufacturer Warranties. Subject to the limitations set forth herein, Manufacturer warrants that the Products manufactured by it in its Northford, Connecticut facility and sold by it to its authorized Distributors shall be free, under normal use and service, from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty six months (36) months from the date of manufacture (effective Jan.