NOTIFIER NFC-LOC FirstCommand Local Operator Console Owner’s Manual

: June 9, 2024
: NOTIFIER

Table of Contents

NOTIFIER NFC-LOC First Command Local Operator Console
General
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Features
Electrical Specifications
Cabinet Specifications
Shipping Specifications
Control and Indicators
- PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS
- Temperature and Humidity ranges
Optional Accessories
Wiring Requirements
References
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NOTIFIER NFC-LOC First Command Local Operator Console

NOTIFIER NFC-LOC First Command Local Operator Console
Product

General

Notifier’s First Command NFC-LOC is an optional Local Operator Console that is compatible with the NFC-50/100 Emergency Voice Evacuation Panel for fire protection applications and mass notification. It is part of a family of external remote consoles that allows for extending the NFC-50/100 display and control to remote locations within a building. It consists of a complete operator interface that is identical to the NFC-50/100 main console as well as a built-in microphone with a push-totalk feature for ALL CALL paging. It is housed in a cabinet with a key to prevent unauthorized access. The local operator console requires an external data bus connection, an external audio riser connection, and an external operator interface power connection (24 Volts DC) from the NFC-50/100 main console.

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

Schools
Nursing Homes
Factories
Theaters
Military facilities
Restaurants
Auditoriums
Retail Outlets

Features

Provides messaging status and control of the NFC-50/100 primary operator console.
Complete operator interface that is identical to the NFC-50/ 100 that includes a built-in microphone for ALL CALL paging.
Certified for seismic applications
A maximum of eight NFC-LOCs can be connected to an NFC-50/100 primary operating console.
Built-in microphone with push-to-talk feature that can be used for ALL CALL paging.
Fourteen programmable message buttons that can be used to activate all speaker circuits remotely.
Sturdy cabinet design with a keyed lock to prevent unauthorized access. Optional thumb lock available.
Simple and straightforward user interface.

Electrical Specifications

PRIMARY POWER REQUIREMENTS: Voltage 24VDC non-resettable power from the NFC50/100. External Operator Interface Power (Non-supervised). See NFC-50/100 Product Manual P/N LS10001-001NF-E for standby and alarm current requirements as well as battery calculations.

Cabinet Specifications

Backbox: 19.0″ (48.26 cm) high x 16.65″ (42.29 cm) wide x 5.2″ (13.23) deep. Door: 19.26” (48.92cm) high x 16.821” (42.73cm) wide x 670” (1.707cm) deep.

Trim Ring (TR-CE-B): 22.00″ (55.88 cm.) high x 19.65″ (49.91 cm.) wide

Shipping Specifications

Weight: 18.44 lbs (8.36 kg).

Agency Listings and Approvals The listings and approvals below apply to the basic NFC-50/ 100 Fire emergency voice evacuation system. In some cases, certain modules may not be listed by certain approval agencies or listing may be in process. Consult factory for latest listing status. UL/ULC Listed S635.

Standards and Codes The NFC-LOC complies with the following ULC Standard and International Building Codes.

CAN/ULC-S635.
IBC 2012, IBC 2009, IBC 2006, IBC 2003, IBC 2000 (Seismic).

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NFC-50/100 Emergency Command Center (Possible Configurations)

Control and Indicators

PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS

All Call
MNS Control
System Control
Speaker Select 1-24
Message Select Buttons 1-8
Diagnostic Select
Trouble Silence
Console Lamp Test

LED STATUS INDICATORS (VISIBLE WITH DOOR CLOSED)

Fire System Active (green)
MNS Control (green)
System Control (green)
System in Use (green)
Speaker Zone 1-24 Active (green)
Speaker Zone 1-24 Fault (yellow)
OK to Page (green)
Microphone Trouble (yellow)
Message 1-8 Active (red)
Message 1-8 Fault (yellow)
Remote Amplifier 1-8 Fault (yellow)
LOC/RM 1-8 Fault (yellow)
LOC/RM 1-8 Active (green)
Main Console Fault (yellow)
AC Power (green)
Ground Fault (yellow)
Charger Fault (yellow)
Battery Fault (yellow)
Data Bus Fault (yellow)
NAC Fault (yellow)
NAC Active (green)
System Trouble (yellow)
Audio Riser Fault (yellow)

LED STATUS INDICATORS (VISIBLE WITH DOOR AND DRESS PANEL OPEN)

Speaker Volume Control Fault (yellow)
Option Card Fault (yellow)
Amplifier Over Current Fault (yellow)

Product Line Information (Ordering Information)

NFC-LOC: Local Operator Console (Complete user interface).
NFC-50/100: (Primary operating Console) 50 Watt, 25VRMS single speaker zone emergency voice evacuation system, Integral microphone, built in tone generator and 14 recordable messages. Please refer to the data sheet DN-60813 for more information.
NFC-BDA-25V: 25V, 50 watt audio amplifier module. Adding a second speaker circuit increases the total NFC-50/100 power output to 100 watts or can also be used as a backup amplifier.
NFC-BDA-70V: 70V, 50 watt audio amplifier module. Adding a second speaker circuit increases the total NFC-50/100 power output to 100 watts or can also be used as a backup amplifier.
TR-CE-B: Optional Trim Ring. 17.624” high (44.77 cm) x 16.0” wide (40.64 cm).
CHG-75: 25 to 75 ampere-hours (AH) external battery charger.
CHG-120: 25-120 ampere-hours (AH) external battery charger.
ECC-MICROPHONE: Replacement microphone only.
BAT-1270: Battery, 12volt, 7.0AH (Two required).
BAT-12120: Battery,12volt,12.0AH (Two required).
BAT-12180: Battery,12volt, 18.0AH (Two required).
THUMBLTCH: Optional Thumb Latch. (Non UL listed).

Temperature and Humidity ranges

This system meets ULC requirements for operation at 0-49º C/ 32-120º F and at a relative humidity 93% ± 2% RH (noncondensing) at 32°C ± 2°C (90°F ± 3°F). However, the useful life of the system’s standby batteries and the electronic components may be adversely affected by extreme temperature ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this system and its peripherals be installed in an environment with a normal room temperature of 15-27º C/60-80º F.

Optional Accessories

TR-CE-B: Optional Trim Ring. 17.624” high (44.77 cm) x 16.0” wide (40.64 cm).
SEISKIT-COMMENC: Seismic kit for the NFC-LOC. Please refer to document 53880 for requirements on mounting the NFC-LOC for seismic applications