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- Page 1 UltraVoice Compact Cellular Siren/Speaker ® Models: RF100C1 and RF100C2 Description, Specifications, Configuration, and Installation Manual 25500956 Rev. A0 1224 Printed in U.S.A. © 2024 Federal Signal Corporation. All rights reserved worldwide.
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484, email to info@fedsig.com or call +1 708-534-3400. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Messages..............................6 Safety Messages to Installers ..........................7 General Description ..............................9 Introduction .................................9 Features ................................9 Commander Software (SFCDWARE) .......................10 Digital Voice Wizard ............................10 Specifications ................................ 11 Configuration .................................12 Connectors ................................12 Jumpers and Switches ............................13 Site Address Switch–Located on the control board (S1) ...................13 Visual Indicators ..............................14 Programming Functions ............................14 Installation ................................15... - Page 4 DC Solid-State Relay Output (JP15) ......................31 Wiring to the Alarm Initiation Input Connections ....................31 Site Addressing and Encryption Configuration ....................32 Adjusting the Speaker’s Audio Output ......................32 Closing the Housing ............................32 Installing the CELL-ANT-HP-10 and CELL-ANT-HP-35 Antennas ..............33 Ordering Replacement Parts ..........................36 Getting Technical Support and Service .......................36 Tables Table 1 Specifications ............................
- Page 5 Figures Figure 1 Setting the Switch Number Example ....................13 Figure 2 Bracket Attached to Speaker .........................17 Figure 3 Depth and Height with Bracket ......................18 Figure 4 Back View of the Speaker ........................18 Figure 5 I-IP100-PMW Bracket Kit ........................19 Figure 6 Large Pole Mount with Locally Mounted Antenna ................20 Figure 7 Large Pole Mount with Remotely Mounted Antenna ................20 Figure 8 I-IP100-PM Bracket Kit ...........................21 Figure 9 Small Pole Mount with Locally Mounted Antenna ................22...
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Page 6: Safety Messages
Safety Messages Safety Messages It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country’s electric codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes and ordinances, including any state or local noise-control ordinances. -
Page 7: Safety Messages To Installers
Safety Messages Safety Messages to Installers People’s lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electrical Code and/or Canadian Electrical Code and will follow the NEC and/or CEC Guidelines as well as all local codes. - Page 8 Safety Messages • File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and/or reinstalling the device. Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death. Installation and Service •...
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Page 9: General Description
General Description General Description Introduction The UltraVoice ® Compact Siren/Speaker (models RF100C1 and RF100C2) are cellular- enabled wireless indoor/outdoor high-powered speakers. The RF100C1 and RF100C2 are a part of Federal Signal’s UltraVoice series of products. These speakers can work together as an integrated system or stand alone for special applications. As an integrated system, the RF100C models include an UltraVoice control board that performs many of the same functions as the full line of UltraVoice products. -
Page 10: Commander Software (Sfcdware)
General Description • Speaker rated at 120 dBa for tones and 114.5 dBa for voice at 10 feet • Powered from either 120/240 Vac or 24 Vdc • Each device can be individually configured for volume and noise-level adjustments • Remote volume control for optimizing sound levels •... -
Page 11: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Table 1 Specifications Electrical AC Operating Voltage Switch-selectable 120/240 Vac AC Input Current 55 mA in standby 2.3 A at full power (no external relay loads) 5.5 A at full power (with fully loaded relays) DC Operating Voltage 24 Vdc DC Input Current 75 mA in standby... -
Page 12: Configuration
Configuration Configuration Connectors The following table describes the RF100C Controller Board connections. Table 4 Connectors AC Solid-State Relay Outputs 1 – Solid-State Relay #1 Hot 2 – Solid-State Relay #1 Neutral 3 – Solid-State Relay #2 Hot 4 – Solid-State Relay #2 Neutral 5 –... -
Page 13: Jumpers And Switches
Configuration Jumpers and Switches The following jumpers configuration are not used with the RF100C models. Table 5 Configuration Jumpers (Located on the control board.) Not used. Not used. Not used. JP11 Not used. JP17 Not used. JP18 Not used. Site Address Switch–Located on the control board (S1) For digital systems only: For the siren to report back with its identity, define the site address by setting DIP switches located on the board. -
Page 14: Visual Indicators
Configuration Example: Switch numbers 1, 2, and 3 are binary numbers 1, 2, and 4. Add 1 + 2 + 4 = 7; 7 is the unit address NOTE: Programming details are in the software manual. The site address is stored at power up of the controller. -
Page 15: Installation
Installation Installation Read and adhere to all safety warnings in this manual before installing the RF100C. SOUND HAZARD: The sound output of speakers is capable of causing permanent hearing damage. Ensure people are not exposed to sounds exceeding 120 dB– post warnings where applicable. -
Page 16: Determining The Mounting Method
Installation Determining the Mounting Method The following speaker mounting options are available for the RF100C1 and RF100C2. Table 7 Speaker Mounting Options Mounting Options Description Flat Wall Mount • A wall-mount bracket is included with the speaker. • The model AMB-W antenna wall mount bracket is available to provide a pipe mount off the surface of the wall. -
Page 17: Attaching The Mounting Brackets To The Speaker Housing
Installation Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Speaker Housing The RF100C comes standard with a bracket attached for a vertical wall or pole mount with optional pole accessories. To attach the bracket to the speaker: The mounting brackets are attached to the speaker, as shown below, using the six supplied 1/4-20 by 5/8-inch screws. -
Page 18: Figure 3 Depth And Height With Bracket
Installation Figure 3 Depth and Height with Bracket 4.84 6.68 5.89 2.53 10.06 2.00 12.87 Figure 4 Back View of the Speaker 9.97 5.22 3.63 8.10 UltraVoice Compact Cellular Siren/Speaker (Models RF100C1 and RF100C2) ® Federal Signal www.fedsig.com... -
Page 19: Pole Mounting
Installation Pole Mounting The RF100C comes standard with a bracket for vertical wall or pole mount with optional pole accessories. Large Pole Mounting (6-inch diameter or larger) Use the I-IP100-PMW bracket kit for poles with a diameter of 6 inches or larger. The following figures illustrate typical examples of a pole installation with a bracket and antenna. -
Page 20: Figure 6 Large Pole Mount With Locally Mounted Antenna
Installation Figure 6 Large Pole Mount with Locally Mounted Antenna Low-profile Utility Pole Antenna NOTE: 1-inch stainless steel bands or 3/8-inch lag bolts are required but not included with the kit. I-IP100-PMW Figure 7 Large Pole Mount with Remotely Mounted Antenna CELL-ANT-HP-10 Cell Antenna Bracket Utility Pole... -
Page 21: Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 Inch To 4-1/2 Inch Diameter Poles)
Installation Small Pole Mounting (2-3/8 inch to 4-1/2 inch diameter poles) Use the I-IP100-PM bracket kit for poles with a diameter between 2-3/8 and 4-1/2 inches. The following figures illustrate typical examples of a pole installation with a bracket and antenna. IMPORTANT: If you are installing an external antenna, see “Installing the CELL-ANT-HP-10 and CELL-ANT-HP-35 Antennas”... -
Page 22: Figure 9 Small Pole Mount With Locally Mounted Antenna
Installation Figure 9 Small Pole Mount with Locally Mounted Antenna Low-profile Antenna Utility Pole I-IP100-PM Figure 10 Small Pole Mount with Remotely Mounted Antenna CELL-ANT-HP-10 Cell Antenna Bracket Secure Antenna Cable I-IP100-PM NOTE: Secure the Antenna Cable every 2 feet. I-IP100-PM UltraVoice Compact Cellular Siren/Speaker (Models RF100C1 and RF100C2) -
Page 23: Using Optional Warning Lights
Installation Using Optional Warning Lights Warning lights, such as strobes, often have a high inrush current that may damage mechanical relays. A solid-state relay is used to minimize potentially high inrush current devices. Use the AC solid-state relay outputs for control of the AC-powered visual indicators or other devices. -
Page 24: Figure 11 151Xst Strobe With Rf100C
Installation Figure 11 151XST Strobe with RF100C Conduit If you are using a mounted light, use and external antenna (either the CELL-ANT-HP-35 or CELL-ANT-HP-10) to guarantee clearance. For a 151XST Strobe, the following is recommended (customer-supplied): • 1/2-inch NPT Pipe Nipple •... -
Page 25: Opening The Housing
Installation Figure 12 225XST/225XST-1 Strobe with RF100C Conduit Conduit Pipe Nipple 1/2 inch NPT 3 inches overall length (Recommended, supplied by others) If you are using a mounted light, use and external antenna (either the CELL-ANT-HP-10 or CELL-ANT-HP-35) to guarantee clearance. For a 225XST/225XL Strobe, the following is recommended (supplied by others): 1/2-inch NPT Pipe Nipple (3 inches overall length). -
Page 26: Digital Voice Recording
Installation Digital Voice Recording The RF100C control board includes a microSD card capable of storing over 4,000 voice or tone messages that total up to 17 hours of total recording time. Federal Signal can provide custom or standard voice messages. The RF100C comes from the factory with a standard set of voice and tone files loaded on the microSD card. -
Page 27: Wiring Power To The Control Board For The Rf100C1
Installation Wiring Power to the Control Board for the RF100C1 JP6 and JP7 are connected in parallel. Federal Signal recommends using JP6 as the AC input to allow room for wires coming in from the 3/4-inch NPT opening. When power is supplied to JP6, it is connected through the PCB to JP7 and the four AC solid-state relay outputs on JP1. -
Page 28: Wiring Power To The Control Board For The Rf100C2
Installation Wiring Power to the Control Board for the RF100C2 Figure 15 Wiring the RF100C2 Low Profile Antenna 19902999 175033028A To DC Audio Device Output RV55 Modem JP16 Solid State JP15 Antenna Site Address Switch (S1) Serial Data L1/Hot Diversity Cellular RTU Numbering (RS232 port) -
Page 29: Cellular Modem Connections
Installation Cellular Modem Connections The following section describes the connections on the back of the Cellular Modem. Figure 16 Cellular Modem Connections Diversity Cellular Ethernet USB Micro Port DC Power Serial Port (RS-232) Table 9 Connections on the Back of the Modem Parts Description Cellular Antenna Connection... -
Page 30: Describing The Front Of The Cellular Modem
Installation Describing the Front of the Cellular Modem The following section describes the controls on the front of the Cellular Modem. Figure 17 Front of Cellular Modem Signal Activity Antenna Network Power Connector Antenna SIM Card Reset Connector holder button Table 10 Controls on the Front of the Modem Parts Description... -
Page 31: Wiring To The Solid-State Relay Outputs
Installation Wiring to the Solid-State Relay Outputs DO NOT EXCEED THE VOLTAGE AND CURRENT RATINGS: Do not exceed the voltage and current ratings listed in the Specifications section of this manual. Damage to the controller board may occur. AC Solid-State Relay Outputs (JP1) The solid-state relay outputs are designed to drive AC devices such as strobes or LED visual indicators. -
Page 32: Site Addressing And Encryption Configuration
Installation Site Addressing and Encryption Configuration The following tasks are performed while the cover is open: • Setting the Site Address Switch (S1) (See “Site Address Switch–Located on the control board (S1)” on page 13.) • Configuring the Security Code and Encryption Key (Optional): If you are using encryption and security codes, they can be installed during installation or setup. -
Page 33: Installing The Cell-Ant-Hp-10 And Cell-Ant-Hp-35 Antennas
Installation Installing the CELL-ANT-HP-10 and CELL-ANT-HP-35 Antennas PROPER GROUNDING: Follow National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines for proper grounding. Failure to follow this notice could result in equipment damage. When mounting the antenna to a pole, you will need an accessory bracket: for large poles, use an I-IP100-PMW, and for small poles, use an I-IP100-PM. -
Page 34: Figure 20 Large Pole Mount With Remotely Mounted Antenna
Installation Connect the Lightning Protector and the Federal Signal Grounding Bracket. 5. Assemble the Federal Signal Grounding Bracket Hardware. (The Grounding Lug is not provided.) Connect the grounding cable to the Grounding Lug and the other end to the ground. Use National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines. 6. -
Page 35: Figure 21 Small Pole Mount With Remotely Mounted Antenna
Installation Figure 21 Small Pole Mount with Remotely Mounted Antenna CELL-ANT-HP-10 Cell Antenna Bracket Secure Antenna Cable I-IP100-PM NOTE: Secure the Antenna Cable every 2 feet. I-IP100-PM Ensure the Antenna Cable connections are watertight. Seal all connection points with heat shrink tubing and wrap them with a layer of mastic electrical tape, then wrap them with solar/weather-resistant tape for added weatherproofing. -
Page 36: Ordering Replacement Parts
Getting Technical Support and Service Ordering Replacement Parts To order replacement parts, call Customer Support. See Getting Technical Support and Service. Table 13 Replacement Parts Description Part Number Service Kit, 20000478 PCBA Q2000478B Includes: Control PCB Only RF100 Lightning Surge Suppressor Q19902535A Small pole mount (2-3/8 to 4-1/2 inch diameter) for RF100 Speaker I-IP100-PM...
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