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ICsystems rev0402 INTERCOM AMBULANCE/RESCUE VEHICLE MODEL IC100 SERIES SURFACE MOUNT MODELS IC200, IC300 SERIES FLUSH MOUNT MODLES IC400, IC500 SERIES FIRE RESEARCH CORPORATION fireresearch.com 26 Southern Blvd., Nesconset, NY11767 TEL ( 631 ) 724-8888 FAX ( 631 ) 360-9727 TOLL FREE 1-800-645-0074...
Overview Fire Research intercoms are designed to meet rescue and fire service requirements for two or three-way voice communications system. The IC100 series intercom systems are designed for use inside ambulances and rescue vehicles. The IC200/300 surface mount and IC400/500 flush mount series intercom systems are weather-resistant and specifically designed for outside use on fire service apparatus.
ICsystems rev0402 GENERAL INSTALLATION NOTES Mount the intercom stations in locations that are safe and convenient for use. It is recommended that the master station be mounted inside the cab. Consider potential background noise that the hands free remote station might pick up.
ICsystems rev0402 IC100 SERIES INSTALLATION Pre-Installation 1. Measure and mark station locations for two mounting holes. Refer to Figure 1 for layout and dimensions. 2. Drill two 3/4-inch mounting holes at each station location. 3. Install the four conductor cable between station locations.
ICsystems rev0402 Note: It is recordmended that a 3 AMP fuse be installed between the master station box and the 12 VDC power source. +12 VDC Black Master Station Yellow Black White A one-to-one cable connects the two stations. Black-to-Black White-to-White Red-to-Red Yellow-to-Yellow...
ICsystems rev0402 IC200/300 SERIES INSTALLATION Note: In a three-way system (IC300) master station A has transmit priority over master station B and the remote station. Note: Mounting hardware is not included, 1/4-inch hardware is recommended. Pre-Installation Note: The mounting bracket can be removed by unscrewing the adjustment knobs at the side of the station box (Refer to Figure 3).
ICsystems rev0402 Provide enough slack in the cable(s) for the station box to be Station Box adjusted as needed. Mounting Bracket Adjustable Adjustment Knob Rubber Bushing Figure 3. IC 200/300 Adjustable Mount Master Station Bracket Mounting Holes 3/4" 4 1/4" Drill the holes for 1/4-inch mounting hardware.
ICsystems rev0402 Master Station Remote Station 3 Pin +12 VDC Molex Connector Fuse Wiring 3 AMP White Yellow Black To Remote Station Figure 5. IC200 Wiring...
ICsystems rev0402 Master Station A Remote Station 3 Pin +12 VDC Molex Connector Fuse Wiring 3 AMP White Yellow Black To Remote Station To Master Station B Master Station B 5 Pin Molex Connector Wiring +12 VDC Fuse 3 AMP Yellow White Black...
ICsystems rev0402 IC400/500 SERIES INSTALLATION Note: In a three-way system (IC500) master station A has transmit priority over master station B and the remote station. Note: Mounting hardware is not included, number 10 hardware is recommended. Pre-Installation 1. Measure and mark station box locations for panel opening and four screw holes.
ICsystems rev0402 Master Station Cutout and Mounting Holes 5 1/2" Suggested Panel Opening 6 3/8" H x 5 1/8" W 6 3/4" Drill the holes for number 10 mounting hardware. Remote Station Cutout and Mounting Holes 5" Suggested Panel Opening 5 1/8"...
ICsystems rev0402 Master Station Remote Station 3 Pin +12 VDC Molex Connector Fuse Wiring 3 AMP White Yellow Black To Remote Station Figure 8. IC400 Wiring...
ICsystems rev0402 Master Station A Remote Station 3 Pin +12 VDC Molex Connector Fuse Wiring 3 AMP White Yellow Black To Remote Station To Master Master Station B Station B 5 Pin Molex Connector Wiring +12 VDC Fuse 3 AMP Yellow White Black...
ICsystems rev0402 OPERATION Basic Two-Way System The basic two-way intercom system includes a master station with volume and Push-To-Talk (PTT) controls and a remote station that is operated hands free. The remote station is always transmitting unless interrupted by a transmission from the master station.
ICsystems rev0402 Operational Check Basic Two-Way System 1. Turn on 12 VDC power. 2. Press and hold PTT button on master station box. 3. Speak into the box and adjust volume knob for transmit and receive level. Result: Voice is heard at remote station. 4.
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