Firecell FCX-178-001 Wireless Remote Indicator Module Installation Guide

June 4, 2024
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Wireless Remote Indicator Module
Installation Guide**

The example shown: Model FCX-178-001

Part no Product Description
FCX-178-001   Wireless Remote Indicator Module
FCZ-170-111   Remote Indicator Wireless Module Only
117261   Remote Indicator Only

Pre-installation

Installation must conform to applicable local installation codes and should only be installed by a fully trained competent person.

  • Ensure that the device is installed as per the site survey.
  • The use of a non-metallic spacer should be considered if mounting the device onto a metal surface.
  • DO NOT press the log-on button on a pre-programmed device. This will cause communication with the control panel to be lost. Should this happen, delete the device from the system and add it back on.
  • This device contains electronics that may be susceptible to damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Take appropriate precautions when handling electronic boards.

Components

  1. Wireless module
  2. Mounting plate
  3. Remote indicator

Disassemble device

  • First, disengage the remote indicator from the wireless module by turning it anticlockwise. This exposes the wireless module’s locking pin as shown.
  • Disengage the mounting plate by turning the wireless module anticlockwise, whilst pressing down the locking pin.

Fix mounting plate

  • When wall mounting, ensure the mounting plate is fitted in the orientation shown.
  • Use all four mounting holes to ensure a firm fixing.
  • Use suitable fasteners and fixings.

Power device

  • When fitting / replacing batteries; observe correct polarity, using only specified batteries.

  • Connect the power jumper across the PIN header.

  • Once powered, reassemble the device.

Optional locking

  • To lock the remote indicator into the wireless module, remove the cutout section as shown.

Unlocking

To unlock the device, insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the release slot and turn the remote indicator anticlockwise to release, as shown.

 Configuration

The device’s loop address is configured within the user interface’s menu structure.
Refer to the Wireless remote indicator programming instructions (TSD115) for full programming details.

Free to download from
www.emsgroup.co.uk

Specification

Operating temperature -10 to +55 °C
Storage temperature 5 to 30 °C
Humidity  0 to 95% non-condensing
Supply 6x AA alkaline (Panasonic LR6AD Powerline / Varta 4006 Industrial)

CAUTION!
Fitting of an incorrect battery type invalidates the product certification and may result in poor performance.

IP rating IP23
Operating frequency 868 MHz
Output transmitter power Auto adjusting 0 to 14 dB (0 to 25 mW)
Dimensions (Ø x D) 113 x 81 mm
Weight 0.40
Location Type A: For indoor use

Regulatory information

Manufacturer| Carrier Manufacturing Polska Sp. Z o.o. Ul. Kolejowa 24. 39-100 Ropczyce, Poland
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Year of manufacture| See devices serial number label
Certification| 10
Certification body| 0905
CPR DoP| 0359-CPR-00127
Approved to| EN54-25:2008. Incorporating corrigenda September 2010 and March 2012. Fire detection and fire alarm systems. Part 25: Components using radio links
European Union directives| EMS declares that this device 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
| 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
Dispose of your batteries in an environmentally friendly manner according to your local
regulations.

©2021 EMS Ltd. All rights reserved
TSD116-99 Iss 5 24/11/2021 AJM

Documents / Resources

| Firecell FCX-178-001 Wireless Remote Indicator Module [pdf] Installation Guide
FCX-178-001, FCZ-170-111, FCX-178-001 Wireless Remote Indicator Module, FCX-178-001, Wireless Remote Indicator Module, Indicator Module, Module
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References

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