for the Digital Audio System

DS-DB Digital Series

Distribution Board and
Amplifiers
Manual
Rev: B2
Document 53622
9/11/2014
P/N 53622:B2 ECN 14-0811
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 (caused by escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materi-
detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations, audible warning als, etc.).
devices, and a fire alarm control panel (FACP) with remote notifi- Heat detectors do not sense particles of combustion and alarm
cation capability—can provide early warning of a developing fire. only when heat on their sensors increases at a predetermined
Such a system, however, does not assure protection against rate or reaches a predetermined level. Rate-of-rise heat detec-
property damage or loss of life resulting from a fire. tors may be subject to reduced sensitivity over time. For this
An emergency communication system—typically made up of reason, the rate-of-rise feature of each detector should be tested
an automatic fire alarm system (as described above) and a life at least once per year by a qualified fire protection specialist.
safety communication system that may include an autonomous Heat detectors are designed to protect property, not life.
control unit (ACU), local operating console (LOC), voice commu- IMPORTANT! Smoke detectors must be installed in the same
nication, and other various interoperable communication meth- room as the control panel and in rooms used by the system for
ods—can broadcast a mass notification message. Such a the connection of alarm transmission wiring, communications,
system, however, does not assure protection against property signaling, and/or power. If detectors are not so located, a devel-
damage or loss of life resulting from a fire or life safety event. oping fire may damage the alarm system, compromising its abil-
The Manufacturer recommends that smoke and/or heat ity to report a fire.
detectors be located throughout a protected premises following Audible warning devices such as bells, horns, strobes,
the recommendations of the current edition of the National Fire speakers and displays may not alert people if these devices
Protection Association Standard 72 (NFPA 72), manufacturer's are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors or
recommendations, State and local codes, and the are located on another floor of a building. Any warning device
recommendations contained in the Guide for Proper Use of may fail to alert people with a disability or those who have
System Smoke Detectors, which is made available at no charge recently consumed drugs, alcohol, or medication. Please note
to all installing dealers. This document can be found at http:// that:
www.systemsensor.com/appguides/. A study by the Federal • An emergency communication system may take priority over
Emergency Management Agency (an agency of the United a fire alarm system in the event of a life safety emergency.
States government) indicated that smoke detectors may not go
off in as many as 35% of all fires. While fire alarm systems are • Voice messaging systems must be designed to meet intelligi-
designed to provide early warning against fire, they do not bility requirements as defined by NFPA, local codes, and
guarantee warning or protection against fire. A fire alarm system Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
may not provide timely or adequate warning, or simply may not • Language and instructional requirements must be clearly dis-
function, for a variety of reasons: seminated on any local displays.
Smoke detectors may not sense fire where smoke cannot • Strobes can, under certain circumstances, cause seizures in
reach the detectors such as in chimneys, in or behind walls, on people with conditions such as epilepsy.
roofs, or on the other side of closed doors. Smoke detectors • Studies have shown that certain people, even when they hear
also may not sense a fire on another level or floor of a building. a fire alarm signal, do not respond to or comprehend the
A second-floor detector, for example, may not sense a first-floor meaning of the signal. Audible devices, such as horns and
or basement fire. bells, can have different tonal patterns and frequencies. It is
Particles of combustion or “smoke” from a developing fire the property owner's responsibility to conduct fire drills and
may not reach the sensing chambers of smoke detectors other training exercises to make people aware of fire alarm
because: signals and instruct them on the proper reaction to alarm sig-
• Barriers such as closed or partially closed doors, walls, chim- nals.
neys, even wet or humid areas may inhibit particle or smoke • In rare instances, the sounding of a warning device can cause
flow. temporary or permanent hearing loss.
• Smoke particles may become “cold,” stratify, and not reach A life safety system will not operate without any electrical
the ceiling or upper walls where detectors are located. power. If AC power fails, the system will operate from standby
• Smoke particles may be blown away from detectors by air batteries only for a specified time and only if the batteries have
outlets, such as air conditioning vents. been properly maintained and replaced regularly.
• Smoke particles may be drawn into air returns before reach- Equipment used in the system may not be technically compat-
ing the detector. ible with the control panel. It is essential to use only equipment
listed for service with your control panel.
The amount of “smoke” present may be insufficient to alarm
smoke detectors. Smoke detectors are designed to alarm at var- Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a prem-
ious levels of smoke density. If such density levels are not cre- ises to a central monitoring station may be out of service or tem-
ated by a developing fire at the location of detectors, the porarily disabled. For added protection against telephone line
detectors will not go into alarm. failure, backup radio transmission systems are recommended.
Smoke detectors, even when working properly, have sensing The most common cause of life safety system malfunction is
limitations. Detectors that have photoelectronic sensing cham- inadequate maintenance. To keep the entire life safety system in
bers tend to detect smoldering fires better than flaming fires, excellent working order, ongoing maintenance is required per the
which have little visible smoke. Detectors that have ionizing-type manufacturer's recommendations, and UL and NFPA stan-
sensing chambers tend to detect fast-flaming fires better than dards. At a minimum, the requirements of NFPA 72 shall be fol-
smoldering fires. Because fires develop in different ways and lowed. Environments with large amounts of dust, dirt, or high air
are often unpredictable in their growth, neither type of detector is velocity require more frequent maintenance. A maintenance
necessarily best and a given type of detector may not provide agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturer's
adequate warning of a fire. representative. Maintenance should be scheduled monthly or as
required by National and/or local fire codes and should be per-
Smoke detectors cannot be expected to provide adequate warn- formed by authorized professional life saftety system installers
ing of fires caused by arson, children playing with matches only. Adequate written records of all inspections should be kept.
(especially in bedrooms), smoking in bed, and violent explosions Limit-D-1-2013

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 Installation Precautions
Adherence to the following will aid in problem-free installation with long-term reliability:
WARNING - Several different sources of power can be Like all solid state electronic devices, this system may
connected to the fire alarm control panel. Disconnect all operate erratically or can be damaged when subjected to light-
sources of power before servicing. Control unit and associ- ning induced transients. Although no system is completely
ated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or insert- immune from lightning transients and interference, proper
ing cards, modules, or interconnecting cables while the unit is grounding will reduce susceptibility. Overhead or outside aerial
energized. Do not attempt to install, service, or operate this wiring is not recommended, due to an increased susceptibility
unit until manuals are read and understood. to nearby lightning strikes. Consult with the Technical Ser-
CAUTION - System Re-acceptance Test after Software vices Department if any problems are anticipated or encoun-
Changes: To ensure proper system operation, this product tered.
must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72 after any pro- Disconnect AC power and batteries prior to removing or
gramming operation or change in site-specific software. Re- inserting circuit boards. Failure to do so can damage circuits.
acceptance testing is required after any change, addition or Remove all electronic assemblies prior to any drilling, filing,
deletion of system components, or after any modification, reaming, or punching of the enclosure. When possible, make
repair or adjustment to system hardware or wiring. All compo- all cable entries from the sides or rear. Before making modifi-
nents, circuits, system operations, or software functions known cations, verify that they will not interfere with battery, trans-
to be affected by a change must be 100% tested. In addition, former, or printed circuit board location.
to ensure that other operations are not inadvertently affected,
at least 10% of initiating devices that are not directly affected Do not tighten screw terminals more than 9 in-lbs. Over-
by the change, up to a maximum of 50 devices, must also be tightening may damage threads, resulting in reduced terminal
tested and proper system operation verified. contact pressure and difficulty with screw terminal removal.

This system meets NFPA requirements for operation at 0-49º This system contains static-sensitive components.
C/32-120º F and at a relative humidity 93% ± 2% RH (non- Always ground yourself with a proper wrist strap before han-
condensing) at 32°C ± 2°C (90°F ± 3°F). However, the useful dling any circuits so that static charges are removed from the
life of the system's standby batteries and the electronic com- body. Use static suppressive packaging to protect electronic
ponents may be adversely affected by extreme temperature assemblies removed from the unit.
ranges and humidity. Therefore, it is recommended that this Follow the instructions in the installation, operating, and pro-
system and its peripherals be installed in an environment with gramming manuals. These instructions must be followed to
a normal room temperature of 15-27º C/60-80º F. avoid damage to the control panel and associated equipment.
Verify that wire sizes are adequate for all initiating and indi- FACP operation and reliability depend upon proper installation.
cating device loops. Most devices cannot tolerate more than a Precau-D1-9-2005
10% I.R. drop from the specified device voltage.

FCC Warning
WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can Canadian Requirements
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
used in accordance with the instruction manual may for radiation noise emissions from digital apparatus set
cause interference to radio communications. It has been out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana-
tested and found to comply with the limits for class A dian Department of Communications.
computing devices pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules, which is designed to provide reasonable Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radi-
protection against such interference when devices are oelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appa-
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this reils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interfer- Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ence, in which case the user will be required to correct ministere des Communications du Canada.
the interference at his or her own expense.

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Software Downloads
In order to supply the latest features and functionality in fire alarm and life safety technology to our customers, we make
frequent upgrades to the embedded software in our products. To ensure that you are installing and programming the latest
features, we strongly recommend that you download the most current version of software for each product prior to
commissioning any system. Contact Technical Support with any questions about software and the appropriate version for a
specific application.

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 Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Section 1: General Information................................................................................................ 7
1.1: Overview........................................................................................................................................................7
1.2: Standards and Other Documents....................................................................................................................7
1.3: Supplemental Documentation........................................................................................................................9
1.4: Cautions and Warnings ..................................................................................................................................9
Section 2: Digital Series Distribution Board - DS-DB.......................................................... 10
2.1: Description...................................................................................................................................................10
2.1.1: Features..............................................................................................................................................10
DS-DB ..................................................................................................................................................10
2.1.2: Specifications.....................................................................................................................................10
24 VDC Input, TB24 ............................................................................................................................10
Digital Audio Ports A and B - TB18, TB19.........................................................................................11
Alarm Bus - TB26 ................................................................................................................................11
FFT Riser - TB25 .................................................................................................................................11
DS-BUS - TB17 ...................................................................................................................................11
AUDIO OUT - TB1 through TB8 ........................................................................................................11
Primary and Backup 1 through 4 - TB9 through TB16........................................................................12
OUT 1 through 4 - TB20 through TB23 ..............................................................................................12
2.1.3: Digital Series Board Layouts.............................................................................................................13
DS-DB Layout......................................................................................................................................13
Fiber Conversion Module.....................................................................................................................17
2.2: Installation ...................................................................................................................................................17
2.2.1: Cabinet...............................................................................................................................................17
EQ Series Cabinets and Doors .............................................................................................................17
CAB-4 Series........................................................................................................................................18
2.2.2: Wiring................................................................................................................................................19
Power to the DS-DB.............................................................................................................................19
24V Auxiliary Power - TB24 ...............................................................................................................20
Alarm Bus - TB26 ................................................................................................................................20
Digital Audio Ports A and B ................................................................................................................21
FFT Riser Connections.........................................................................................................................22
DS-BUS, TB17.....................................................................................................................................23
OUT 1 through 4, TB20 through TB23................................................................................................25
Primary and Backup 1 through 4, TB9 through TB16 .........................................................................25
Speaker Circuits - Audio Out, TB1 through TB8.................................................................................27
Wiring Fault Testing.............................................................................................................................31
UL Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements ..............................................................................31
2.3: Configuration ...............................................................................................................................................33
2.3.1: Address Switches, SW1, SW2...........................................................................................................33
2.3.2: AMP1 - AMP4 Voltage Selection Switches, SW3 - SW6 ................................................................33
2.3.3: Termination Switch, SW7 .................................................................................................................33
2.3.4: LOCSIL Local Silence Switch, SW9 ................................................................................................33
2.3.5: Test Switch, SW10 ............................................................................................................................34
2.3.6: 2Wire/4Wire Switch, SW12 ..............................................................................................................34
2.4: Operation .....................................................................................................................................................34
2.4.1: Volume Control .................................................................................................................................34
2.4.2: FFT Communication .........................................................................................................................34
2.4.3: Trouble Messages ..............................................................................................................................34
2.4.4: Read/Alter Status...............................................................................................................................34
Section 3: DS-AMP Digital Series Amplifiers ....................................................................... 35
3.1: Description...................................................................................................................................................35
3.2: Features........................................................................................................................................................35
3.3: Specifications...............................................................................................................................................35

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AC POWER - TB4 ...............................................................................................................................35

BATTERY - TB5, TB6 ........................................................................................................................35
HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT - TB3 ...........................................................................................................35
AUDIO IN - TB2..................................................................................................................................35
DS-BUS ................................................................................................................................................36
3.4: Layout ..........................................................................................................................................................36
3.4.1: Connectors .........................................................................................................................................36
3.4.2: Indicators ...........................................................................................................................................37
3.5: Installation....................................................................................................................................................37
3.5.1: Cabinets .............................................................................................................................................37
EQ Series Cabinets and Doors..............................................................................................................38
3.5.2: Batteries, Installation .........................................................................................................................40
Within the CAB-4 Enclosure................................................................................................................41
Outside the DS-AMP Enclosure...........................................................................................................41
3.5.3: Wiring ................................................................................................................................................41
AC Power: TB4 ....................................................................................................................................41
Batteries, Wiring...................................................................................................................................41
DS-BUS: TB1.......................................................................................................................................43
AUDIO IN: TB2 ...................................................................................................................................43
HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT: TB3.............................................................................................................43
Wiring Fault Testing.............................................................................................................................43
UL Power Limiting (Class 2) Requirements ........................................................................................44
3.5.4: Address Switch - SW1.......................................................................................................................44
Section 4: DS-BDA Backup Amplifiers ................................................................................. 45
4.1: Features ........................................................................................................................................................45
4.2: Specifications ...............................................................................................................................................45
DS-BDA card as backup.......................................................................................................................45
DS-BDA card as second channel..........................................................................................................45
Audio In, TB1.......................................................................................................................................45
Audio Out, TB2 ....................................................................................................................................45
4.3: Board Layout ...............................................................................................................................................46
4.4: Installation....................................................................................................................................................47
DS-BDA Power and Control Cables ....................................................................................................47
4.5: Wiring ..........................................................................................................................................................48
Low Level Audio In: TB1 ....................................................................................................................48
High Level Audio Out: TB2 .................................................................................................................48
Wiring Fault Testing.............................................................................................................................48
4.6: Operation......................................................................................................................................................48
Section 5: DS-FM, DS-SFM and DS-RFM Fiber Option Modules ........................................ 49
5.1: Specifications ...............................................................................................................................................49
5.2: Layout ..........................................................................................................................................................50
5.3: Installation....................................................................................................................................................51
5.4: Single- or Multi-mode DVC or DAA Installation .......................................................................................52
5.4.1: Single-mode .......................................................................................................................................52
5.4.2: Multi-mode ........................................................................................................................................52
Appendix A: DS-DB and DS-AMP Battery Calculations ...................................................... 53

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 Section 1: General Information

1.1 Overview
This manual describes the DS-DB digital series distribution board and its amplifiers, which may be
used as devices on a digital audio loop (DAL). They include:
• DS-DB digital series distribution boards, which connect directly to the DAL (digital audio
loop). Each DS-DB occupies two of the 32 DAL addresses.
• DS-AMP amplifiers that connect to DS-DBs, and are addressable as part of the DS-DB
subsystem.
• DS-BDA backup amplifiers, which connect to and back up DS-AMP amplifiers. They can
also be used with the DS-DB subsystem as additional primary amplifiers.
• Fiber option modules, which convert DS-DB boards from wire to fiber, making the DS-DB
compatible with other fiber DAL devices.

DAA2 DS-DB DAA DAX

DVC
DAL Addresses
DAL Address 1 2&3 DAL Address 4 DAL Address 5

Amplifiers
Connections between any two DAL devices may be either wire or fiber.
A DAL does not need to be all wire or all fiber, but can be a mix of both. DS-DB
DAL Addresses
Optional return 31 and 32

Amplifiers

Figure 1.1 DAL (Digital Audio Loop) Block Diagram

Digital audio amplifiers are backed up by BDAs, or by another amplifier of the same digital type:
that is, a DS-AMP must be backed up by a DS-BDA or another DS-AMP.
DAA2, DAX and DAA amplifiers are described in the DAA2/DAX manual listed in Table 1.1 on
page 9.

NOTE: For Mass Notification applications, the Class A (Style 7) circuits called out in this manual
are Class X.

1.2 Standards and Other Documents

The Digital Series products in this manual comply with the following standards:
• NFPA 72 2007 National Fire Alarm Code
• Underwriter Laboratories Standard UL 864
• Underwriter Laboratories of Canada (ULC) ULC-S527-99 Standard of Control Units for Fire
Alarm Systems
• Part 15 Class A conducted and radiated emissions as required by the FCC
• UL 2572 Mass Notification Systems Standard
The installer should be familiar with the following documents and standards:
NFPA Standards
NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
Underwriter Laboratories
UL 464 Audible Signaling Appliances
UL 864 Standard for Control Unit and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems

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General Information Standards and Other Documents

UL 1481 Power Supplies for Fire Protective Signaling Systems

UL 1638 Visual Signaling Appliances - Private-Mode Emergency and General Utility Signaling
UL 1711 Amplifiers for Fire Protective Signaling Systems
UL 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
UL 1971 Signaling Devices for the Hearing Impaired
Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC)
ULC-S527-99 Standard of Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems
Other
FCC Part 15 Class A Conducted and Radiated Emissions

 UL464 Low Frequency Sounders

This product complies with the requirements for a low frequency sounder (520Hz) as specified in
UL464 when used as part of a system with the following items.

Front End System: Model # Description

DVC-EM Digital Voice Command

Communication Devices: Model # Description

DS-FM Multi-mode fiber option module

DS-SFM Single-mode fiber option module

DS-RFM Multi-mode fiber option module

Speakers
For a complete list of speakers that can be used with the products in this
manual, refer to the current version of the Device Compatibility document,
p/n 15378.

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Supplemental Documentation General Information

1.3 Supplemental Documentation

The table below provides a list of documents referenced in this manual, as well as documents for
other compatible devices.
VeriFire Tools CD help file and CD pamphlet 51690
DVC Digital Audio Manual 52411
DAA2/DAX Digital Audio Amplifiers Manual 53265
Heat Dissipation for Cabinets with Digital Audio Products 53645
Wire Guide Addendum for Digital Audio Loops 52916ADD
Device Compatibility Document 15378
DVC-AO Audio Option Board Installation Document 52728
NFS2-3030 Listing Document LS10006-051NF-E
NFS2-640 Listing Document 52741LD
AMPS-24 Manual 51907
ACPS-610 Addressable Power Supply Manual 53018
NCA-2 Network Control Annunciator Manual 52482
ONYXWorks Workstation Manual 52342
DAL Devices Product Information Sheet 52410
AA Series Audio Amplifier Manual 52526
ACS Annunciator Manual 15842
AFAWS Automatic Fire Alarm Warden Station 50705
CFFT-1 Chassis for FireFighter’s Telephone 53289
FTM-1 Firephone Control Module 156-1391-02
ACT-4 Audio Coupling Transformer 53431
ACT-25 Audio Coupling Transformer 53432
ACT-70 Audio Coupling Transformer 53240
RM-1 Series Remote Microphones 51138
CAB-4 Series Cabinets Installation Instructions 15330
EQ-CAB Series Installation Instructions 53412
RSM-1A Residential Silence Module I56-006-000
AIM-1A Audible Isolation Module I56-006-002
CIM-2A/CSM-1A Isolator and Silencing Modules I56-2200-002
RPJ-1 Remote Paging Jack 15058
FPJ Firefighter’s Phone Jack 15510

Table 1.1 Related Documentation Table

1.4 Cautions and Warnings

This manual contains cautions and warnings to alert the reader as follows:

CAUTION:
! INFORMATION ABOUT PROCEDURES THAT COULD CAUSE PROGRAMMING ERRORS,
RUNTIME ERRORS, OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

WARNING:
! INDICATES INFORMATION ABOUT PROCEDURES THAT COULD CAUSE IRREVERSIBLE
DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL PANEL, IRREVERSIBLE LOSS OF PROGRAMMING DATA, OR
PERSONAL INJURY.

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 Section 2: Digital Series Distribution Board - DS-DB

2.1 Description
The Digital Series Distribution Board (DS-DB) and its associated amplifiers, the DS-AMP/E and
DS-BDA, provide bulk amplification capability to the Digital Voice Command (DVC) system,
while retaining digital audio distribution capabilities. Up to four amplifiers can supply high-level
risers spread throughout an installation.
The DS-DB converts digital audio to analog and routes it to audio amplifiers and optional backups.
The amplifiers send back high-level audio, which the DS-DB routes to its risers. Control and status
information passes between the DS-DB and its components via the DS-BUS. The DS-DB
communicates with the rest of the digital audio system through the DAL (digital audio loop).
This section contains information about the DS-DB distribution board. DS-AMP and DS-BDA
amplifiers are covered in Section 3 and 4 respectively.

2.1.1 Features
DS-DB
• Input capacity of four digital audio channels.
• Four DVC-AO-level audio outputs for connection to amplifiers in the same or an adjacent
cabinet.
• Eight high-level audio inputs (four primary, four backup), capable of handling 125W of audio
at 25VRMS or 100W at 70.7VRMS on each input.
• Four Class A/eight Class B high-level audio outputs, each of which can output all 125W at
25VRMS or 100W at 70.7VRMS from any one of the four high-level primary inputs or four
high-level backup inputs.
• Two digital audio loop wire ports, which may be modified to single- or multi-mode fiber ports
with fiber option modules.
• Local FFT riser, capable of acting as a connection on the digital FFT riser.
• DS-BUS interface to communicate with local bulk amplifiers and power supplies.
• Up to 106 seconds of standard quality backup digital message storage (from the VeriFire Tools
message library, or created by the installer) for use in the event of communication loss with the
DVC.
• Isolated alarm bus input, to be used for backup activation of alarm messages when normal
communication with the DVC is lost.
• Audio output activation via network control-by-event equations resident within the DVC.
• Uploads and downloads via the DVC.
• 24 VDC input for local power.
• Works with AMPS-24 power supply and battery charger. (Refer to “Power to the DS-DB” on
page 19 for version-specific applications.)

2.1.2 Specifications
24 VDC Input, TB24
0.6A alarm or standby.
Non-resettable.
Power-limited (Class 2) by the source, supervised.
Any device connected to TB24 must be installed in the same enclosure, or within the same room in
conduit.

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Recommended wiring: 12 - 18 AWG (3.31 mm2 - 2.08 mm2).

Digital Audio Ports A and B - TB18, TB19
Refer to the Wiring Guide, p/n 52916ADD, for acceptable wire types.
EIA-485 format.
Power-limited (Class 2).
Refer to Section 5, “DS-FM, DS-SFM and DS-RFM Fiber Option Modules”, on page 49 for fiber
connection information.
Alarm Bus - TB26
Power-limited (Class 2) by source.
Supervision provided by source.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG twisted-pair.
Requires minimum 16VDC @ 20mA across the terminals to activate. Nominal 24VDC.
FFT Riser - TB25
Power-limited (Class 2) output.
Supervised.
Class A or Class B operation.
Class B 2-wire connections require a 3.9k ohm 1/2 watt resistor (P/N R-3.9K (included).
Max. wiring resistance (including individual telephone zone to last handset) permitted is 50 ohms,
10,000 ft. (3048 m) max. wiring distance at 14 AWG to last handset.
DS-BUS - TB17
EIA-485 connection.
Power-limited (Class 2).
DS-BUS points must be installed in the same enclosure or within the same room in conduit.
DS-BUS end points require end-of-line resistors.
• DS-DB endpoint: Set SW7 (Termination) to “ON”.
• DS-AMP endpoint: Add 120 ohm resistor (ELR P/N 71244) on empty TB1 terminals.
• AMPS-24* endpoint: resistor is present, and power supply must be an endpoint.
*AMPS-K2 version only - refer to “Power Harness Connector - J9” on page 19 for version identification.
Use 14 - 18 AWG, twisted unshielded wire.
AUDIO OUT - TB1 through TB8
Power-limited outputs (Class 2).*
* Exception: An output programmed for “Riser Mode to Control Modules”, “Riser Mode to
RSM-AIM Series Modules”, or “Riser Mode to CIM/CSM Series Modules” is non-power-
limited.
Up to 125 Watts output.
Supervision determined by programming.
25VRMS or 70VRMS, depending on amplifier setting. (Refer to Table 2.2, “DS-DB Switches,” on
page 16.)
Recommended wiring: 12-18 AWG twisted-pair (shielded recommended).
Class A or Class B operation.

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Class B requires 20k end-of-line resistors (included, P/N ELR-20K).

Class A requires 10k end-of-line resistors (included, P/N R-10K) on the return.
Primary and Backup 1 through 4 - TB9 through TB16
Non-power-limited inputs.
Supervision programmable.
Amplifiers must be installed in the same enclosure or within the same room in conduit.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG, twisted-pair, unshielded.
OUT 1 through 4 - TB20 through TB23
Power-limited (Class 2) outputs.
Supervision programmable.
Amplifiers must be installed in the same enclosure or within the same room in conduit.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG, twisted-pair, unshielded.

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 FFT RISER
TB25 Top of Board
See page 22
Description

USB Audio Out

(future use) See page 27

FFT OUT -
FFT OUT +
REF
REF

FFT RET +
FFT RET -
OUT +
OUT -
TB1

DAP A REF
DAP A - Shield
TB18

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See p.21 DAP A + OUT +
TB2

DAP B REF OUT -

DS-DB Layout

TB19 DAP B - Shield

See p.21 DAP B +
OUT +
TB3

J2 Future Use OUT -

Shield
Alarm AL IN
Bus REF IN OUT +
TB26 AL OUT
TB4

OUT -
See REF OUT Shield
p.20

DS-BUS DSBUS - OUT +

OUT -
TB5

TB17 DSBUS +
See Shield
DSBUS -
p.23 DSBUS + OUT +
2.1.3 Digital Series Board Layouts

OUT -
TB6

24V GND Shield

TB24 +24V
See p.20 OUT +
OUT -
TB7

J9 - Power Harness Shield

Connector OUT +
See 19
OUT -
TB8

Shield

IN -
IN -

IN -
IN -
IN -
IN -
IN -
IN -

IN +

IN +

IN +
IN +

IN +
IN +
IN +

IN +

OUT -

OUT -
OUT -
OUT -

OUT +

OUT +
OUT +
OUT +

OUT -3

OUT -2

OUT -1
OUT -4

OUT +3

OUT +2

OUT +1
OUT +4
OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 Backup 1 Primary 1 Backup 2 Primary 2 Backup 3 Primary 3 Backup 4 Primary 4
TB20 TB21 TB22 TB23 TB10 TB9 TB12 TB11 TB14 TB13 TB16 TB15

See page 25 See page 25

Bottom of Board
Digital Series Distribution Board - DS-DB

13
Figure 2.1 DS-DB Board Connections
 LED 16 LED 17

14
ON1 ON2 SW12 LED 26 LED 14
LED 20 LED 18 2wire/4Wire TROUBLE3 AUDOUT2
TROUBLE ON3
LED 13 LED 27
LED 4 LED 19 TROUBLE2
ON4 AUDOUT3
TXA
LED 5 LED 37
RXA STATUS LED 25 LED 15
LED 7 LED 41 TROUBLE4 AUDOUT1
LED 39
RXB SIGSIL FFT LED 28
LED 12
AUDOUT4 TROUBLE1

LED 40
USB
LED 6
TXB

SW7
Termination
Digital Series Distribution Board - DS-DB

LED 42
TRBL BUS

LED 38
ALBUS

LED 43
DSBUS COM LED 24
FAIL TROUBLE5
LED 2
TXDSBUS LED11
AUDOUT5

LED 3
RXDSBUS
LED 23
TROUBLE6

SW2: ONES LED10

AUDOUT6
SW1: TENS
SW10:TEST

SW9: LOCSIL

LED8
LED1 LED 31 LED34 AUDOUT8
LED 29
LED 32 RESET BACKFAIL2 PRIFAIL3 BACKFAIL
BACKFAIL1 LED 21
LED35 LED 30 4 TROUBLE8
LED36 PRIFAIL2 LED33
BACKFAIL
PRIFAIL1 PRIFAIL
3
4
LED9
AUDOUT7
SW3 SW6
AMP1 LED 22
AMP4 TROUBLE7
SW4 SW5
AMP2 AMP3

Figure 2.2 DS-DB Board Switches and Indicators

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Description
Description Digital Series Distribution Board - DS-DB

LED # NAME COLOR DESCRIPTION

1 RESET Yellow Illuminates when the board is not operational and maintenance is required. Call the factory.
2 TXDSBUS Green Illuminates when data is transmitted on the DS-BUS.
3 RXDSBUS Green Illuminates when data is received on the DS-BUS.
4 TXA Green Illuminates while data is transmitted on digital audio port A.
5 RXA Green Illuminates while data is received on digital audio port A.
6 TXB Green Illuminates while data is transmitted on digital audio port B.
7 RXB Green Illuminates while data is received on digital audio port B.
8 AUDOUT8 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 8, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 8.
9 AUDOUT7 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 7, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 7.
10 AUDOUT6 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 6, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 6.
11 AUDOUT5 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 5, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 5.
12 AUDOUT4 Green IIlluminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 4, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 4.
13 AUDOUT3 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 3, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 3.
14 AUDOUT2 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 2, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 2.
15 AUDOUT1 Green Illuminates steadily while analog signal is on speaker circuit 1, or while 200Hz tone is on
speaker circuit 1.
16 ON1 Green Illuminates steadily while there is an analog signal on low level output 1, or while 200Hz
tone is on low level output 1. Blinks while a download is in progress for the DS-AMP at
address 1.
17 ON2 Green Illuminates steadily while there is an analog signal on low level output 2, or while 200Hz
tone is on low level output 2. Blinks while a download is in progress for the DS-AMP at
address 2.
18 ON3 Green Illuminates steadily while there is an analog signal on low level output 3, or while 200Hz
tone is on low level output 3. Blinks while a download is in progress for the DS-AMP at
address 3.
19 ON4 Green Illuminates steadily while there is an analog signal on low level output 4, or while 200Hz
tone is on low level output 4. Blinks while a download is in progress for the DS-AMP at
address 4.
20 TROUBLE Yellow Blinks when there is an unacknowledged trouble, illuminates steadily when a trouble is
acknowledged but unresolved.
21 TROUBLE8 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 8. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
22 TROUBLE7 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 7. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
23 TROUBLE6 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 6. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
24 TROUBLE5 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 5. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
25 TROUBLE4 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 4. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.

Table 2.1 DS-DB LED Indicators (1 of 2)

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LED # NAME COLOR DESCRIPTION

26 TROUBLE3 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 3. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
27 TROUBLE2 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 2. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
28 TROUBLE1 Yellow Illuminates steadily while a short is detected on speaker circuit 1. Blinks slowly (once a
second) while an open is detected. Blinks fast (4 times a second) when this speaker circuit
is disabled.
29 BACKFAIL4 Yellow Illuminates while backup audio amplifier 4 failure is detected.
30 BACKFAIL3 Yellow Illuminates while backup audio amplifier 3 failure is detected.
31 BACKFAIL2 Yellow Illuminates while backup audio amplifier 2 failure is detected.
32 BACKFAIL1 Yellow Illuminates while backup audio amplifier 1 failure is detected.
33 PRIFAIL4 Yellow Illuminates while primary audio amplifier 4 failure is detected.
34 PRIFAIL3 Yellow Illuminates while primary audio amplifier 3 failure is detected.
35 PRIFAIL2 Yellow Illuminates while primary audio amplifier 2 failure is detected.
36 PRIFAIL1 Yellow Illuminates while primary audio amplifier 1 failure is detected.
37 STATUS Green Blinks slowly (once a second) under normal operation, Blinks fast (4 times a second) when
the DS-DB is in bootload or diagnostic mode. Does not blink when the board is not
operational or starting up. Call the factory if this LED is off for a prolonged period of time.
38 ALBUS Red Illuminates while the alarm bus input is activated.
39 FFT Green Illuminates when it has been granted a digital phone channel.
40 USB Green Future Use.
41 SIGSIL Yellow Illuminates when the local signal silence button has silenced one or more outputs.
42 TRBL BUS Yellow Illuminates when a trouble is detected by the Trouble bus input.
43 DSBUS Yellow Illuminates when one or more DS-BUS communication failures is present. The DS-DB is
not communicating with one or more DS-AMPS or the power supply. An address-specific
trouble DSBUS Communications Failure trouble is generated to the panel.

Table 2.1 DS-DB LED Indicators (2 of 2)

SWITCH # NAME DESCRIPTION DEFAULT

1 TENS DAL BCD rotary address tens selection switch. 0
2 ONES DAL BCD rotary address ones selection switch. 0
3 AMP1 Slider switch for 25V/70V selection. This switch sets the 70V
Primary and Backup #1 pair.
4 AMP2 Slider switch for 25V/70V selection. This switch sets the 70V
Primary and Backup #2 pair.
5 AMP3 Slider switch for 25V/70V selection. This switch sets the 70V
Primary and Backup #3 pair.
6 AMP4 Slider switch for 25V/70V selection. This switch sets the 70V
Primary and Backup #4 pair.
7 TERMINATION DS-BUS termination switch. OFF
9 LOCSIL Local signal silence pushbutton switch. N/A
10 TEST Clears the "TRIP" condition of all Primary and Backup N/A
amplifiers. See “Test Switch, SW10” on page 34 for more
information.
12 2WIRE/4WIRE Changes FFT Riser indication to 2- or 4-wire, depending 2-wire
on whether the riser is wired Class B or Class A.

Table 2.2 DS-DB Switches

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Fiber Conversion Module

A fiber conversion module will convert a DS-DB DAP port from wire to fiber. Refer to Section 5,
“DS-FM, DS-SFM and DS-RFM Fiber Option Modules”, on page 49, for installation and
application information.

2.2 Installation
2.2.1 Cabinet
The DS-DB arrives from the factory already installed on its chassis. The DS-DB chassis mounts in
a CAB-4 Series cabinet, as well as in the EQCAB Series backboxes.
Prior to installation,
• Review the installation precautions at the front of this manual.
• Installers should be familiar with the standards and codes specified in “Standards and Other
Documents” on page 7.
• Ensure all wiring will comply with national and local codes.
• Review the installation instructions in this section.

WARNING:
! Wear a static discharge wrist strap to prevent equipment damage.

NOTE: Digital amplifiers can produce significant heat. Different cabinets can handle different
amounts of heat. Refer to the Heat Dissipation Document (53645) to determine dissipation figures
for the equipment you are installing, and match it with an appropriate cabinet.

Locate the cabinet backbox on a surface that is in a clean, dry, vibration-free area. The top should
be located so that all operational buttons, switches, displays, etc. are easily accessible and/or
viewable to the operator - usually no more than 66 inches (1.7 m) above the floor. Allow sufficient
clearance around the cabinet for the door to swing freely, and for easy installation and maintenance
of equipment.
Follow the instructions below.
1. Mark and pre-drill two holes for the keyhole mounting bolts. Install bolts.
2. Select and punch open the appropriate cabinet knock-outs. (For selection guidelines, see
“UL Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements” on page 31.)
3. Using the keyholes, mount the backbox on the two bolts.
4. Mark the location of the two lower holes, remove backbox and drill the mounting holes.
5. Mount the backbox over the top two screws, then install the remaining fasteners. Tighten
all fasteners securely.
6. Feed wires through appropriate knockouts.
7. Install DS-DB according to the following instructions before installing the door per the
Cabinet Installation Document.
The DS-DB fills one row of any EQCAB, CAB-4, or CAB-3 series cabinet.
EQ Series Cabinets and Doors
The EQ Series cabinets come in B, C, and D sizes. The row spacing allows DS-DBs to be mounted in
any row, and the doors are equipped with ventilated panels for heat dissipation. The cabinets were
designed so that a DS-DB board can be used in any cabinet row.
The following models are available:

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• EQCAB-D4 - Four rows. Accommodates DS-DB and three DS-AMPs. Consists of P/Ns
EQBB-D4 (black backbox) and EQDR-D4 (black door with ventilated panels).
• EQCAB-C4 - Three rows. Accommodates DS-DB and two DS-AMPs. Consists of P/Ns
EQBB-C4 (black backbox) and EQDR-C4 (black door with ventilated panels).
• EQCAB-B4 - Two rows. Accommodates DS-DB and one DS-AMP. Consists of P/Ns
EQBB-B4 (black backbox) and EQDR-B4 (black door with ventilated panels).

DS-DB Mounting
Locations

CABDAA_D4.wmf
Figure 2.3 EQBB-D4 Backbox and EQDR-D4 Door
CAB-4 Series
Figure 2.4 illustrates a typical DS-DB installation. A DP-1B dress panel, ordered separately, can be
used to cover the row.
1. Place the DS-DB chassis over the chassis
standoffs at the locations indicated. Secure
with two 10/32 nuts.

ds-dbmtgCAB4a.wmf

Using the hardware that

comes with the DP-1B
DP-1B.wmf

dress panel, attach it at the

points indicated.
DP-1B

Figure 2.4 DS-DB Cabinet Installation

NOTE: Digital amplifiers can produce significant heat. Different cabinets can handle different
amounts of heat. Refer to Heat Dissipation Document (53645) to determine dissipation figures for
the equipment you are installing, and match it with an appropriate cabinet.

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2.2.2 Wiring
Power to the DS-DB
The DS-DB may be powered using either the power harness connection at J9, or the 24V
connection at TB24. When TB24 is not used to power the DS-DB, it may be used to power another
device within the same cabinet.

 Power Harness Connector - J9

The DS-DB may be powered by the AMPS-24 (AMPS-K2 version*) power supply using the
supply’s power harness. Connect J9 on the DS-DB to TB1 MAIN 24V on the AMPS-24/E using
Cable 75637. The power supply must be in the same cabinet as the DS-DB, or it must be in a
cabinet within the 20-foot range of the cable, with the cable in conduit between the cabinets.
* The AMPS-K2 can be identified by “AMPS-K2” silkscreened in the upper left corner of the rear board, or by
the “CPS-24” label on the power supply heat shield.
Cable 75637

Orange -DSBUS
Brown +DSBUS
Black

Black
Red

Red

DS-DB AMPS-24.wmf
AMPS-24 DS-DB
(AMPS-K2 version)

Figure 2.5 DC Power Connections

 24V Power to DS-DB - TB24 +19-28V to DS-DB

from power-limited GND
The DS-DB may be powered through TB24 by any (Class 2), regulated
TB24
power-limited (Class 2), regulated, UL/ULC Listed UL/ULC Listed power +24V
power supply for fire applications that is monitored supply for fire
by a panel or device other than the DS-DB, and applications.
capable of supplying the amount of power required • capable of supplying
by the DS-DB. For example, an AMPS-24* that is DS-DB power
powering - and being monitored by - an NFS2- requirements.

DS-DB tb24.wmf
• monitored by a panel
3030 using the power harness can indirectly power or device other than
the DS-DB from the 24V accessory power the DS-DB.
connections on the panel board. DS-DB
*Any version AMPS-24 that fits the above monitoring Figure 2.6 DS-DB Powered thru TB24
and power criteria may be used.

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24V Auxiliary Power - TB24

When the DS-DB is powered through its power +24V from DS-DB to GND
harness connection (J9), TB 24 can provide compatible device within TB24
24V power to another device within the same cabinet +24V
cabinet.
It can also power the DS-DB as described in the
section “24V Power to DS-DB - TB24” above.
Alarm Bus - TB26

DS-DB tb24 out.wmf

The DS-DB general alarm connections are used
to receive general alarm messages from an Power Harness
FACP via an SLC device, or via the DS-DB
Notification Appliance Circuit of an FACP or Figure 2.7 TB24 Auxiliary Power
power supply.
To Power SLC to next device
Supply -+
+ -
- SLC
from
+ FACP
+

FZMFCMtpHa.wmf
-
DS-DB Alarm Bus requires DS-DB
16VDC at 20mA to
activate. Nominal 24VDC.
FCM-1*
Program the control module at the
FACP with an appropriate alarm
Type ID per the FACP manual.
*If the SLC device does not match the one in this figure,
ELR-47K, 1/2 refer to the SLC manual appendix, which contains wir-
14-18 AWG twisted-pair recommended
watt resistor ing conversion charts for type V and type H modules.
ALARM Bus to next DAL Device

Figure 2.8 Alarm Bus Connections to FCM-1

NAC Circuit
A- Listed compatible
A+ panel or power
supply with onboard
B- NAC circuits.
B+

DS-DB DS-DB
DS-DBBRDtb26.wmf

ELR-2.2K, 1/2 watt resistor*

ALARM
Bus to next Alarm Bus requires 16VDC at 20mA to activate. Nominal 24 VDC. *ELR value based on NFS2-640 NAC wired
Class B. For other applications, refer to the
DAL Device the appropriate manual.
14-18 AWG twisted-pair recommended

Figure 2.9 Alarm Bus Connections to NAC

Refer to the SLC manual and specific panel or power supply manual for more information

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Digital Audio Ports A and B

Digital Audio Ports A and B (DAP A and DAP B) allow digital communication with the DVC over
the Digital Audio Loop (DAL). Amplifier programming from the DVC; control, audio, trouble,
address and firefighter’s telephone data; and live voice paging can be communicated through these
ports. They may also act as repeaters, in that what is received at one port is transmitted out the
other. Events generated at the DS-DB will be transmitted out both ports.
Each DS-DB board occupies two of the 32 DAL addresses.

 Wire Connections
Refer to the Wiring Guide, p/n 52916ADD, for acceptable wire types and
associated distances between ports.
Do not splice a cable. Splicing will degrade the signal, and the
recommended distance will no longer apply.

DS-DB DS-DB DS-DB

DAL addresses DAL addresses DAL addresses
1&2 3&4 31 & 32

TB18 TB18 TB18

REF A REF A REF A

DAP A- DAP A- DAP A-
DAP A+ DAP A+ DAP A+
REF B REF B REF B
DAP B- DAP B- DAP B-
DAP B+ DAP B+ DAP B+
TB19 TB19 TB19

Optional Class A (Style 7) return

Connections are polarity sensitive.

Connections are port sensitive.
Always connect Port A to Port B.

TBgen3.wmf
TB2
DVC and
TB3

REF REF
TB3

TB2

DAPA DAPB

Figure 2.10 Wire the DS-DB Digital Audio Loop Connections

NOTE: Digital Audio Ports A and B must be wired in Class B (Style 4) or Class A (Style 7)
configuration. Do not wire them in bus configuration.

NOTE: Class B (Style 4) configuration must be installed in accordance with the requirements for
survivability from attack by fire in the National Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72.

 Fiber and Wire/Fiber Connections

DS-DB boards are wire, but may be converted partially or fully to fiber boards with the use of fiber
option modules. (Refer to page 49 for more information on fiber option modules.)

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Figure 2.11 illustrates an example of how a DAL can be formed using mixed wire and fiber
connectors.

NOTE: If a fiber option module is installed on a digital audio port, that port may not also be used
for a wire connection.

DS-FM at DAP A
DS-DB
w/ one wire port and one
multi-mode port.

DS-FM at DAP A
DVC DS-DB
w/ two multi-mode ports.
Optional Class A
(Style 7) return
DS-FM at DAP B

Connections are port DS-SFM at DAP A

sensitive. Always connect DS-DB
Port A to Port B. w/ one multi-mode port
and one single-mode port.

Wire connections are DS-FM at DAP B

polarity sensitive.

DS-DBmixedDALa.wmf
DAA2
Consult manufacturer’s w/ one wire port and one
single-mode port.
guidelines for minimum
radius of bend for fiber DS-SFM at DAP B
optic media.

Figure 2.11 Fiber/Wire DAL Configurations

NOTE: Class B (Style 4) configuration must be installed in accordance with the requirements
for survivability from attack by fire in the National Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72.

FFT Riser Connections

The Firefighter Telephone Riser connections (TB25) provide for the use of firefighter’s telephones
(FFTs) on an analog network. They are a means of connecting various FFT telephone control
modules and devices, such as FTM-1 modules, AFAWS, FPJ, or RPJ-1, to the DS-DB.
The FFT riser may be wired in NFPA Class A or Class B configuration. VeriFire Tools must be
used to select “Installed, 4 Wire” for Class A, or “Installed, 2 Wire” for Class B, for trouble
supervision. Class B configurations require a 3.9k ohm 1/2 watt end-of-line resistor (P/N R-3.9K).
There are two ways that firefighter telephones may be installed on a DS-DB FFT riser. Both
configurations have a limit of seven active phones. (Refer to the FFT appendix in the DVC manual
for more information on limits.)
Programming must reflect whether the riser contains modules or not. Use VeriFire Tools (“General
1” tab in the DVC database) to set these parameters.
1. “Install FTM” selected - FireFighter’s Telephones must be wired to the output of the FTM
modules. The telephone points will be SLC addresses.

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2. “Install FTM” not selected - FireFighter’s Telephones must be wired directly to the
DS-DB FFT riser. The telephone point will be a DS-DB phone point. (AxT; where x = the
DS-DB address.)

14-18 AWG
twisted-pair NOTE: If an FFT riser is not programmed for
recommended modules, telephone modules are not options.
FPJ or RPJ-1
Firefighter’s
Phone Jack
FPJ or RPJ-1
Firefighter’s
Phone Jack

Max wiring resistance Telephone

(including individual Control Module
Telephone telephone zone to last (option)
Control Module handset) permitted is 50
(option) ohms. 10,000 ft. (3048 m)
max. wiring distance at 14
AWG to last handset.

Telephone
Control Module
Telephone (option)
Control Module
FPJ or RPJ-1 (option) AFAWS Fire
Firefighter’s Alarm Warden
Phone Jack Station

DAAPCCFFTrisera.wmf
DS-DB
TB25

Figure 2.12 FFT Riser (Class A Example) with “Install FTM” Selected

An FHS firefighter’s handset may be used with the phone jacks in Figure 2.12. For a description of
the DVC firefighter’s telephone network operation, refer to the FFT appendix in the DVC manual.
DS-BUS, TB17
The DS-BUS provides the means for basic (non-audio) EIA-485 communication between a DS-DB
and its peripherals. It is terminated at its two farthest endpoints (determined by wiring distance)
with a 120 ohm resistor, for a total of two per DS-BUS. These resistors are termination resistors,
and are not for supervision. They should not be installed at every endpoint, only at the two farthest
endpoints. The DS-DB has a termination switch, SW7, that should be set to “ON” to install the
resistor. Refer to “DS-BUS - TB17” on page 11 for more information.
When the DS-DB is powered through its power harness connections (J9) by an AMPS-24 power
supply (AMPS-K2 version - see “Power to the DS-DB” on page 19), the AMPS-24 is always one of
the endpoints.
To avoid extraneous noise on the DS-BUS bus, all connected devices must share a common
ground.

NOTE: This is accomplished automatically when the amplifiers are sharing batteries.

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DS-AMP 15 feet
DS-DB
(4.6 m) of
conduit

120 ohm
resistor DS-AMP

Example A -
DS-BUS This DS-BUS
The DS-DB is powered by the endpoint is not
AMPS-24 (AMPS-K2 version) power the furthest from
harness, automatically making the the AMPS-24
AMPS-24 one of the bus endpoints. endpoint, as
DS-AMP determined by
The endpoint farthest from this, as
determined by wiring distance, is wiring distance.
TB1 on the DS-AMP in the small This endpoint
cabinet at left. This DS-AMP requires does not need a
a 120 ohm resistor on the empty resistor.
terminals at TB1.
The termination switch on the DS-DB
is OFF.
Power Harness
AMPS-24
(AMPS-K2 version)

Figure 2.13 DS-BUS Configuration, Example A

Example B -
DS-DB The DS-DB is powered by the AMPS-
24 (AMPS-K2 version) power harness, DS-DB
making the AMPS-24 one of the bus
endpoints. The endpoint farthest from
this, as determined by wiring distance,
Power Harness is TB1 on the bottom DS-AMP. This
DS-AMP requires a 120 ohm resistor
DS-AMP on the empty terminals at TB1.
The termination switch on the DS-DB DS-AMP
is OFF.

DS-BUS
DS-BUS
DS-AMP
Example C - DS-AMP
The DS-DB is powered through its
TB24, not an AMPS-24 power
harness. The termination switch on
120 ohm the DS-DB is ON, as the DS-DB is one
resistor of the DS-BUS endpoints. 120 ohm
AMPS-24 The endpoint farthest from this, as UL-listed resistor
determined by wiring distance, is TB1 24V Power
(AMPS-K2 Supply
version) on the bottom DS-AMP. This DS-AMP Monitored
requires a 120 ohm resistor on the by an FACP
empty terminals at TB1.
Example B Example C

Figure 2.14 DS-BUS Configurations, Examples B and C

Refer to Section 2.3.3 on page 33 for setting the DS-DB termination switch.
Refer to the DVC Manual for DS-BUS addressing. Note that a DS-BDA takes on the DS-BUS
address of the DS-AMP to which it is attached.

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OUT 1 through 4, TB20 through TB23

TBs 20 through 23 provide four DVC-AO-level audio outputs +1 OUT -1
for connection to amplifiers. One primary and one backup

TB20
amplifier may be connected to each output, for a total of up to
four primary and four backup amplifiers per DS-DB. Two
amplifiers may be connected to a single OUT terminal by
using the amplifier passthrough connections.
Figure 2.15 OUT Connections
The DS-DB and its amplifiers must be in the same cabinet, or
within the same room with wiring in conduit.
Amplifiers are mapped to specific DS-DB outputs in VeriFire Tools. Refer to the DVC manual or
the program help file for instructions.
Refer to Figures 2.17 and Figure 2.18 for illustrations of amplifier connections.
Primary and Backup 1 through 4, TB9 through TB16
The primary and backup connections + IN - + IN - + IN -

TB13PRIMARY2
TB12BACKUP2
accept amplified high-level input from
DS-AMPs and DS-BDAs. Each of the
DS-DB’s primary and backup amplifiers
must be connected to a primary or backup
terminal.
Voltage for each primary and backup pair
Figure 2.16 Primary and Backup Connections
is set using the AMP1 through AMP4
slider switches on the DS-DB. (Refer to “AMP1 - AMP4 Voltage Selection Switches, SW3 - SW6”
on page 33.)
Amplifiers are mapped to specific DS-DB inputs in VeriFire Tools. Refer to the DVC manual or the
program help file for instructions.
Refer to Figures 2.17 and Figure 2.18 for illustrations of primary and backup input connections.

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Low level audio out High level audio in

DS-DB

PRIMARY DS-BDA
DS-AMP/E BACKUP

PRIMARY
DS-AMP/E DS-BDA
BACKUP

PRIMARY
DS-AMP/E DS-BDA
BACKUP

PRIMARY DS-BDA
DS-AMP/E BACKUP

Figure 2.17 One-to-One Backup

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Low level audio out High level audio in

DS-DB

TB3

+ - + -
25V 70.7V
DS-AMP/E HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT
BACKUP
AUDIO IN
+ - SHLD + - SHLD

TB2

TB3

+ - + -
25V 70.7V
DS-AMP/E HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT
PRIMARY
AUDIO IN
+ - SHLD + - SHLD

TB2

TB3

+ - + -
25V 70.7V
DS-AMP/E HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT
PRIMARY
AUDIO IN
+ - SHLD + - SHLD

TB2

TB3

+ - + -
25V 70.7V
DS-AMP/E HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT
PRIMARY
AUDIO IN
NOTE: Note: A DS-BDA can not be used
+ - SHLD + - SHLD as backup in one-to-many applications. It
TB2 can be used as backup only for the DS-
AMP to which it is attached.

Figure 2.18 One-to-Many Backup, Example of One-to-Three Backup

Speaker Circuits - Audio Out, TB1 through TB8

Speaker circuits 1 through 8 (TB1 through TB8) provide for up to four NFPA Class A connections
for high-level audio output, and up to eight NFPA Class B connections.
High level audio Out
• Ckt 1 (TB1)
• Ckt 2 (TB2) - TB2 may act as a 4-wire return for TB1
• Ckt 3 (TB3)
SHIELD
• Ckt 4 (TB4) - TB4 may act as a 4-wire return for TB3
• Ckt 5 (TB5)
• Ckt 6 (TB6) - TB6 may act as a 4-wire return for TB5
DS-DB OUT1, TB1 • Ckt 7 (TB7)
• Ckt 8 (TB8) - TB8 may act as a 4-wire return for TB7

Figure 2.19 Speaker Circuit Connections

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The DS-DB Riser Mode setting in VeriFire Tools is global. That is, whatever Riser Mode setting is
selected in programming applies to all the speaker circuits on the DS-DB. Selecting a Riser Mode
setting other than NORMAL (NAC) limits each DS-DB group to one speaker circuit.

 In Normal (NAC) Mode

When a DS-DB’s Riser Mode is programmed NORMAL (NAC) (refer to the DVC Digital Voice
Comand manual for programming description), the amplified signal from the DS-DB may be
connected directly to speakers.
Following are some examples of Class A and Class B configurations. Other configurations are
possible. Output circuits programmed as NORMAL (NAC) mode are power-limited (Class 2).

High Level Out High Level Out

20k ohm
end-of-line
resistor,
p/n ELR-20K

R-10K
R-10K

20k ohm
end-of-line
resistor,
p/n ELR-20K

High Level Return High Level Return

High Level Out High Level Out

20k ohm
end-of-line
resistor,
p/n ELR-20K

R-10K
R-10K
20k ohm
end-of-line
resistor,
p/n ELR-20K

High Level Return High Level Return

High Level Out

20k ohm 20k ohm
end-of-line end-of-line
resistor, resistor,
p/n ELR-20K p/n ELR-20K

R-10K

20k ohm 20k ohm

end-of-line end-of-line
resistor, resistor,
p/n ELR-20K p/n ELR-20K

High Level Return

20k ohm 20k ohm
High Level Out end-of-line
end-of-line
resistor, resistor,
p/n ELR-20K p/n ELR-20K

R-10K
20k ohm end- 20k ohm
of-line end-of-line
resistor, resistor,
p/n ELR-20K p/n ELR-20K

High Level Return

DS-DB DS-DB
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DS-DB

Two DS-DB Class A Circuits,

Four DS-DB Class A Circuits Eight DS-DB Class B Circuits Four DS-DB Class B Circuits

Figure 2.20 Some Examples of Normal Riser Mode Class Configurations

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 In Riser Mode to Control Modules

When a DS-DB’s Riser Mode is programmed RISER MODE TO CONTROL MODULES (refer to the DVC
Digital Voice Command manual for programming), the amplified signal from the DS-DB may be
routed to multiple speaker circuits using SLC control modules.
Do not use background music in this mode. The DS-DB will provide speaker circuit supervision only
when idle. Output circuits programmed as RISER MODE TO CONTROL MODULES are non-power-limited.
Only one speaker circuit is available per group when this riser mode type is selected.

TB1

SLC Control Module SLC Control Module

to 20k ELR
(Class B)

DS-DB

DS-DB ctl.wmf
SLC Control Module

Figure 2.21 DS-DB Riser Mode to Control Modules

 In Riser Mode to RSM-AIM Series Canadian Room Isolator Module

When a DS-DB’s Riser Mode is programmed RISER MODE TO RSM/AIM SERIES MODULES (refer to
the DVC Digital Voice Control manual for programming), the amplified signal from the DS-DB is
routed to RSM-1A or AIM-1A room isolator modules. Output circuits programmed as RISER MODE
TO RSM/AIM SERIES MODULES are non-power-limited.

Only one speaker circuit is available per group when this riser mode type is selected.
AIM-1A - Provides isolation to a separate circuit on an audio riser. A short circuit on an AIM-1A
speaker circuit will not disable other speaker circuits on the riser.
RSM-1A - Works same as the AIM-1A, with the exception that there is a silence button for in-suite
operation. The silence button will silence the audible signal to the module’s circuit for ten minutes
during alarm. Resounding will occur automatically after ten minutes. To override the ten minute
silence, CBE programming must be done at the FACP so that it interrupts the module’s 24VDC
power for two seconds.
NFS2-3030 example:
Give the isolator module’s 24VDC source a common ground with the DS-DB amplifier.
Control it with a relay module that has Special Function Zone 14 in its CBE list. Special
Function Zone 14 will activate for ten seconds when a reset is initiated at the panel. Use this
period to disable the 24VDC for those 10 seconds to clear a local silence.
Remove jumpers for speaker applications. (Refer to Figure 2.22.)

AIM-1A RSM-1A
Remove Remove
Voice_RSM-1back.wmf
Voice_AIM-1back.wmf

jumpers 1 & 2 jumpers 1 & 2

for speaker for speaker
applications applications

AIM-1A RSM-1A
Jumper 3

Figure 2.22 Jumper Settings for Speaker Applications

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To next module, To next module, EOL resistor, or Class A return.

EOL resistor, or
Class A return.

24V to next 24V to

device next
device
RSM-1A/ RSM-1A/
AIM-1A AIM-1A

Optional
4-wire
return.

DS-DBrisermode_RSMAIMunsupvd.wmf
DS-DB TB1

DS-DBrisermode_RSMAIM.wmf
DS-DB TB1
External 24V
External 24V UL/ULC
UL/ULC Listed Listed power
power supply supply

DS-DB and power DS-DB and power

supply must share a supply must share a
common ground. common ground.

Supervised Speakers Unsupervised Speakers

Figure 2.23 DS-DB Riser Mode to RSM-1/AIM-1 Modules

NOTE: AA Series Amplifiers may not be used when this mode is selected.

 In Riser Mode to CIM/CSM Series Canadian Room Isolator Modules

When a DS-DB’s Riser Mode is programmed RISER MODE TO CIM/CSM SERIES MODULES (Refer to
the DVC manual for programming), the amplified signal from the DS-DB is routed to a CIM-2A
module, which feeds the signal to one or two CSM-1A modules. Output circuits programmed as
RISER MODE TO CIM/CSM SERIES MODULES are non-power-limited.
Only one speaker circuit is available per group when this riser mode type is selected.
A pre-announce tone of 800 Hz will clear a local silence.
Do not use background music in this mode. The DS-DB will provide speaker circuit supervision
only when idle.

To next module,
DS-DB EOL resistor, or
Class A return.

CIM-2A CSM-1A DS-DBrisrmode_CIMCSM.wmf

CSM-1A

Figure 2.24 DS-DB Riser Mode to CIM-2A/CSM-1A Modules

NOTE: AA Series Amplifiers may not be used when this mode is selected.

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Wiring Fault Testing

Test wire-to-wire faults with 0 (zero) ohm impedance.
UL Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements
Power-limited (Class 2) and non-power-limited circuit wiring must remain separated in the cabinet.
All power-limited circuit wiring must remain at least 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) from any non-power-
limited circuit wiring. All power-limited and non-power-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit
the cabinet through different knockouts and/or conduits.
In Figure 2.25 below, the cabinet sides are given an exploded view to more easily see the wiring.

Power-limited (Class 2) circuits

Power-limited
(Class 2)
circuits

Power-limited
(Class 2)
circuits
DS-DB

Non-power-
limited
circuits

DS-AMP
Power-limited
(Class 2)
Non-power- circuits
limited
circuits
Non-power-limited
and power-limited
(Class 2) circuits
within the backbox
must be separated
DS-AMP and secured with
adhesive squares or
other anchoring
devices.
DS-DB_ULwiringa.wmf

The power supply

output must be
limited to 3A to be
AMPS-24 considered power-
limited (Class 2).

Figure 2.25 Typical Backbox Wiring

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Power-limited (Class 2) circuits

Power-limited
(Class 2
circuits
DS-DB

Non-power-
limited
circuits

DS-AMP
Non-power- Power-limited
limited (Class 2)
circuits circuits

Non-power-limited and
power-limited (Class 2)
circuits within the backbox
DS-AMP must be separated and
secured with adhesive
squares or other anchoring
devices.

The power supply

output must be

DS-DB_ULwiringa.wmf
AMPS-24 limited to 3A to be
considered power-
limited.

Figure 2.26 Backbox Wiring with Outputs Programmed for Non-power-limited Riser Modes

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2.3 Configuration
2.3.1 Address Switches, SW1, SW2
A DS-DB occupies two of the 32 digital audio loop addresses.
Address switches SW1 (tens) and SW2 (ones) are used to set the DS-DB’s first address on the
DAL. The second address is generated automatically as the next address.
Refer to Figure 2.27 for an
illustration of address settings and
to Figure 2.2 on page 14 for the The SW1 arrow The SW2 arrow

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points to one points to four (4).
location of the switches. (1). Tens switch Ones switch set
set to one (1). to four (4).
Addresses one (1) through 31 may
be used as DS-DB address switch DS-DB Address set to 14
settings. Address 00 and addresses Figure 2.27 DS-DB Address Switches
above 31 will generate a DS-DB
trouble.
The default address setting for the DS-DB as it arrives from the factory is 00.

2.3.2 AMP1 - AMP4 Voltage Selection Switches, SW3 - SW6

Set each switch to the output voltage of the AMP1

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amplifier being used prior to initial
power-up.

25V 70V
Figure 2.28 Voltage Selection Switch

CAUTION:
! DO NOT MIX VOLTAGES WITHIN A GROUP. REFER TO THE “AUDIO GROUPS” APPENDIX IN
THE DVC DIGITAL VOICE CONTROL MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

2.3.3 Termination Switch, SW7

The termination switch terminates the EIA-485 TERMINATION
DS-BUS when set to ON. Refer to “DS-BUS,
ON
TB17” on page 23 for when to set this switch to
ON.
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SW7

OFF

Figure 2.29 Termination Switch

2.3.4 LOCSIL Local Silence Switch, SW9

This pushbutton control silences speaker outputs
on circuits 1 through 4. This switch is enabled by SW9 SIG SIL
the DS-DB when there is a communication loss
with the DVC.

Figure 2.30 LOCSIL Switch

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2.3.5 Test Switch, SW10

The test switch is used to clear a “trip” condition.
When a DS-AMP is drawing more current from TEST
the power supply than expected and has been SW10
automatically disabled, it generates a
“PRIMARY AMP x TRIP or BACKUP AMP x
TRIP system trouble. When the condition
causing the error is fixed, pressing this switch
will return the amplifier to normal operation. Figure 2.31 Test Switch

2.3.6 2Wire/4Wire Switch, SW12

The FFT riser may be wired in a Class A four-wire 2WIRE
or a Class B two-wire configuration. Set the
switch accordingly.

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Switch 12 set
to two-wire
SW12 operation.

4WIRE
Figure 2.32 4WIRE Switch

2.4 Operation
2.4.1 Volume Control
The volume of audio messages is user-programmable through FACP/network annunciator Alter
Status programming and VeriFire Tools Read Status Service Form.

2.4.2 FFT Communication

Refer to the “FFT” Appendix in the DVC Digital Voice Control manual for information on
firefighter telephone communication.

2.4.3 Trouble Messages

DS-DBs will send trouble messages to the DVC through the wire or fiber DAL (Digital Audio
Loop). The DVC in turn sends them to the panel or network annunciator. Refer to the “System
Troubles” Appendix in the DVC manual for a list and description of system troubles.

2.4.4 Read/Alter Status

An NCA-2, NFS2-3030 and network workstation, as well as a computer running VeriFire Tools,
will be able to read the status of a DS-DB and its speaker circuits. Refer to the appropriate panel
manual or the VeriFire Tools Read Status Service Form.
A DS-DB speaker circuit may be disabled through NCA-2 and NFS2-3030 Alter Status panel
programming and ACS programming.

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3.1 Description
The DS-AMP Digital Series Amplifiers are part of the DS-DB system, providing bulk
amplification to the Digital Voice Command (DVC) system. Up to four DS-AMP amplifiers can be
connected to one DS-DB, supplying high-level risers spread throughout an installation.

DS-AMP Primary and Backup Digital Audio Amplifiers

125W 25 VRMS
DS-AMP 120VAC (50/60Hz)
100W 70 VRMS*
125W 25 VRMS
DS-AMPE 220-240VAC (50/60Hz)
100W 70 VRMS*
*70 VRMS option requires step-up transformer, p/n DS-XF70V, ordered separately.

Table 3.1 Digital Series Models

3.2 Features
• 125 watts of audio power at 25VRMS, 100 watts of audio power at 70VRMS.
• DS-BUS communication with DS-DB.
• Compatible with DS-BDA that is being used as a backup or second audio channel*.
* There are group limitations on the second channel. Refer to the “Audio Groups” appendix in the DVC manual.

3.3 Specifications
AC POWER - TB4
120 VAC 50/60 Hz input
• 4.1 A maximum when used for 25V (125W)
• 3.55 A maximum when used for 70V (100W)
220-240 VAC 50/60 Hz input
• 2.4 A maximum when used for 25V (125W)
• 2.1 A maximum when used for 70V (100W)
Recommended 12-14 AWG (1.6 mm O.D.) with 600 VAC insulation.
BATTERY - TB5, TB6
Supplied cable connections to batteries for EQ-CAB and CAB-4. For battery sharing, use 12 AWG
either in the same cabinet or in conduit for no more than 20 ft. (6.1 m).
HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT - TB3
Non-power-limited (Class 2).
Supervision provided by DS-DB.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG, twisted-pair, unshielded.
AUDIO IN - TB2
Power-limited (Class 2) by source.
Supervision provided by DS-DB.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG, twisted-pair, unshielded.

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DS-BUS
EIA-485 connection.
Power-limited (Class 2) .
120 ohm resistor required on empty TB1 terminals when this board is used as a DS-BUS endpoint.
(DS-BUS and endpoints are described in “DS-BUS, TB17” on page 23.)
Use 14-18 AWG, twisted unshielded wire.

3.4 Layout
3.4.1 Connectors
70.7V– DS-XF70V
70.7V+
TB3 - HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT Transformer
25V - Interface
25V +

TB5 - +
Battery + +
TB6 - -
Battery – -

TB4 - HOT
AC NEU
Input EARTH

BDA Power
+ BDA Control
– + + SHIELD
TB1 - DS-BUS – –
+ SHIELD
–
TB2 AUDIO IN

Figure 3.1 DS-AMP/E Connections

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3.4.2 Indicators

LED 10 -
- +5V LED 7 -
PWR RX485
LED 8 -
LED 9 - TX485
AC

SW1 -
Address
Switch

LED 2 - ACDC
LED 11 - CPU FAIL TROUBLE
LED 3 - AMP ON LED 6 - LED 1 - BATT
BDA FAIL TROUBLE
LED 4 - BDA ON LED 5 - AMPFAIL

Figure 3.2 LED Indicator and Switch Positions

DS-AMP LEDs
LED # LED Name Color Description
1 BATT TROUBLE Yellow Illuminates for a high or low battery trouble condition.
2 ACDC TROUBLE Yellow Illuminates when 24V from AC/DC converter is out of tolerance.
3 AMP ON Green Illuminates when the internal audio amplifier is on.
4 BDA ON Green Illuminates when the BDA amplifier is on.
5 AMPFAIL Yellow Illuminates when the internal amplifier is not operating correctly.
6 BDA FAIL Yellow Illuminates when the BDA is not operating correctly.
7 RX485 Green Illuminates when receiving data from the DS-BUS.
8 TX485 Green Illuminates when transmitting data to the DS-BUS.
9 AC Green Illuminates while AC power is present.
10 +5V PWR Green Illuminates while +5V is present, indicating the board is powered.
11 CPU FAIL Yellow Illuminates when the DS-AMP’s CPU has failed.
DS-AMP Switch
SW # Switch Name Description
SW1 Address Rotary Address Selection Switch (1-4 only)
Table 3.2 DS-AMP LED Indicator and Switch Descriptions

3.5 Installation
3.5.1 Cabinets
The DS-AMP arrives from the factory already installed on its chassis. A DS-BDA can be mounted
on it, as well as two transformers required for 70V operation. (Refer to Figure 3.4). The DS-AMP
chassis mounts in a CAB-4 Series cabinet, as well as in an EQ Series backbox.

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Prior to installation,
• Review the installation precautions at the front of this manual.
• Installers should be familiar with the standards and codes specified in “Standards and Other
Documents” on page 7.
• Ensure all wiring will comply with national and local codes.
• Review the installation instructions in this section.

WARNING:
! Wear a static discharge wrist strap to prevent equipment damage.

Locate the cabinet backbox on a surface that is in a clean, dry, vibration-free area. The top should
be located so that all operational buttons, switches, displays, etc. are easily accessible and/or
viewable to the operator - usually no more than 66 inches (1.7 m) above the floor. Allow sufficient
clearance around the cabinet for the door to swing freely, and for easy installation and maintenance
of equipment.
Follow the instructions below.
1. Mark and pre-drill two holes for the keyhole mounting bolts. Install bolts.
2. Select and punch open the appropriate cabinet knock-outs. (For selection guidelines, see
“UL Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements” on page 31.)
3. Using the keyholes, mount the backbox on the two bolts.
4. Mark the location of the two lower holes, remove backbox and drill the mounting holes.
5. Mount the backbox over the top two screws, then install the remaining fasteners. Tighten
all fasteners securely.
6. Feed wires through appropriate knockouts.
7. Install DS-AMP according to the following instructions before installing the door per the
Cabinet Installation Document.
The DS-AMP fills one row of any EQ or CAB-4 series cabinet.

EQ Series Cabinets and Doors

The EQ Series cabinets come in B, C, and D sizes. The row spacing allows DS-AMP amplifiers to be
mounted in any row, and the doors are equipped with ventilated panels for heat dissipation. The cabinets
were designed so that all DS-AMP boards can be used in any or all cabinet rows. Batteries may be
accommodated in separate cabinets or battery backboxes, or in the bottom row of an EQCAB if there is
room.
The following models are available:
• EQCAB-D4 - Four rows. Accommodates up to four DS-AMPs. Consists of P/Ns EQBB-D4
(black backbox) and EQDR-D4 (black door with ventilated panels).
• EQCAB-C4 - Three rows. Accommodates up to three DS-AMPs. Consists of P/Ns EQBB-
C4 (black backbox) and EQDR-C4 (black door with ventilated panels).
• EQCAB-B4 - Two rows. Accommodates up to two DS-AMPs. Consists of P/Ns EQBB-B4
(black backbox) and EQDR-B4 (black door with ventilated panels).

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DS-AMP Mounting
Locations

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Figure 3.3 EQBB-D4 Backbox and EQDR-D4 Door

NOTE: Digital amplifiers can produce significant heat during their duty cycles. Different cabinets
can handle different amounts of heat. Refer to the Heat Dissipation Calculation Document (53645)
to determine dissipation figures for the equipment you are installing, and match it with an
appropriate cabinet.

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Figure 3.4 illustrates a typical DS-AMP installation. A DP-1B dress panel, ordered separately, can
be used to cover the row.
Optional DS-BDA Mounting:
1. Place the DS-AMP chassis over the chassis Refer to Figure 4.2, “DS-BDA
standoffs at the locations indicated. Secure with Installation with Transformers” on
two 10/32 nuts. page 47.

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2. Using the hardware that
comes with the DP-1B DP-1B
dress panel, attach it at the
points indicated.

Figure 3.4 DS-AMP Cabinet Installation

3.5.2 Batteries, Installation

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns to the skin and eyes, and
! can destroy fabrics. If contact is made with sulfuric acid, immediately flush skin or eyes with water for
15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.

The DS-AMP must share batteries with a UL 864 listed charging power supply rated for the battery
requirements of the specific application. The charging power supply must provide ground fault
detection. See Appendix A, “DS-DB and DS-AMP Battery Calculations” for current draw
calculations to determine the battery size required for this installation.
Batteries for the DS-AMP may be installed in any of the following configurations:
• In the bottom of a CAB-4 series cabinet that holds the DS-AMP. They can also be installed
in the bottom of an EQ-CAB series cabinet if there is room.
• In a cabinet adjacent to the cabinet that holds a DS-AMP, with connections in conduit.

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Within the CAB-4 Enclosure

Place the batteries in the bottom of the cabinet, as shown DS-AMP in row of
in Figure 3.5. Refer to “Batteries, Wiring” on page 41 for CAB-D4
wiring instructions.

Outside the DS-AMP Enclosure

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Batteries may be installed outside the DS-AMP Batteries
enclosure, within the same room and within 20 feet (6.1
m) of the DS-AMP enclosure. The battery cables must be
in conduit between the enclosures for the batteries and
the DS-AMP. Refer to “Batteries, Wiring” on page 41 for Figure 3.5 Battery Installation
wiring instructions. Within the Cabinet

3.5.3 Wiring
AC Power: TB4

WARNING: High Voltages Present.

!
Use extreme caution when working with the DS-AMP. High voltage and AC line-connected circuits
are present. Turn off and remove all power sources. To reduce the risk of electric shock, make sure
to properly ground the DS-AMP.

Close the hinged cover for TB4 after wiring but before energizing.

The DS-AMP power supply requires connection to a separate dedicated AC branch circuit. Follow
these guidelines when connecting the AC branch circuit:
• Label the branch circuit “Fire Alarm”.
• Connect the branch circuit to the line side of the main power feed of the protected premises.
• Do not power other equipment from the fire alarm branch circuit.
• Run the AC branch circuit wire continuously, without any disconnect devices, from the
power source to the power supply.
• Overcurrent protection for the AC branch circuit must comply with Article 760 of the
National Electrical Codes, as well as local codes.
• Use 12-14 AWG (1.6mm O.D.) wire with 600 VAC insulation for the AC branch circuit.

TB4 Connect primary power as follows:

1.Turn off the circuit breaker at the main power
HOT
distribution panel.
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2.Connect the earth ground terminal (TB1

NEUTRAL
EARTH) to a solid earth ground (a metallic, cold
water pipe may be suitable in some installations).
EARTH This connection is vital to maintaining the power
supply’s immunity to unwanted transients
Figure 3.6 AC Power Connection generated by lightning and electrostatic discharge.
3. Connect the primary power neutral line to the terminal marked NEUTRAL and the primary
power AC line to the terminal marked HOT.
Batteries, Wiring

WARNING: Do not connect the battery interconnect cable (See Figure 3.7) at this time. Leave the
! battery interconnect cable disconnected until after initial system power-up.

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Battery cables (90”, 2.28 m) are included with the DS-AMP for battery installation in any CAB-4
series cabinet that includes a DS-AMP in one of the rows. Batteries may be installed in the bottom
row of an EQ Series cabinet if there is room. For battery sharing, use 12 AWG wire either in the
same cabinet, or in conduit for no more than 20 ft. (6.1 m.).

NOTE: Batteries must also be connected to a UL 864 listed charging power supply rated for the
battery requirements of the specific application. The charging power supply must provide ground
fault detection, and it must be monitored by a fire panel.

 Batteries Within the Same Enclosure

Refer to Figure 3.7 for battery connections.
Battery
Interconnect
Cable, P/N
71070
Leave disconnected
until after initial P/N 75560 (pos)
system power-up.

To UL 864 listed P/N 75561 (neg)

charging power supply
that provides ground
fault detection and is

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monitored by an FACP.

Figure 3.7 Connecting Batteries to TB5 and TB6

 Batteries Outside the DS-AMP Enclosure

When batteries are installed outside the DS-AMP cabinet, connections are the same as in
Figure 3.7. However, the battery cables between the two enclosures must be in conduit and the
enclosures must be within 20 feet (6.9 m) of each other within the same room.
Battery
Interconnect
Cable
Leave disconnected
To UL 864 listed until after initial
charging power system power-up.
supply that provides
ground fault detection
and is monitored by
an FACP.
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Batteries DS-AMP

Conduit between
enclosures

Figure 3.8 Using Conduit

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Installation DS-AMP Digital Series Amplifiers

DS-BUS: TB1
This connection provides basic non-audio communication between a DS-AMP and its DS-DB.

DS-BUS
+ +

When this DS-AMP

is a DS-BUS
endpoint, install a + To DS-DB
120 ohm resistor or another
across the empty DS-AMP.
terminals.

Figure 3.9 DS-BUS Connections

Refer to “DS-BUS - TB17” on page 11 for more information on the DS-BUS.

AUDIO IN: TB2
The AUDIO IN connections receive low level audio from the DS-DB. Low level audio can also be
passed through to a backup DS-BDA or DS-AMP backup amplifier.
AUDIO IN

+ SHIELD + SHIELD
TB2

Low level audio

Low level audio from passed through
DS-DB OUT terminal to DS-BDA or
DS-AMP backup
amplfier.

Figure 3.10 Low Level Audio IN

Connect the shield at one end in noisy environments, when the noise might couple onto the speaker
wires, or audio from the speaker wires might couple onto another set of wires.
HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT: TB3
High level audio is sent out through these connections back to the DS-DB for speaker circuit
routing. For 70V operation, the transformer (p/n DS-XF70V) needs to be connected to J1.

+ 25V Operation
- OR To DS-DB Audio
+ 70V Operation (primary or backup)
-

+25V- +70V-
HIGH LEVEL OUTPUT

Figure 3.11 High Level Audio OUT

Wiring Fault Testing
Test wire-to-wire faults with 0 (zero) ohm impedance.

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UL Power Limiting (Class 2) Requirements

Refer to “UL Power-limited (Class 2) Wiring Requirements” on page 31 for an illustration of these
requirements.

3.5.4 Address Switch - SW1

Up to four DS-AMP amplifiers may be ADDRESS
connected to a DS-DB. Each amplifier
Set the arrow to
must be assigned a separate address (1, point to the
2, 3 or 4) using the address switch. desired address.
Figure 3.12 Address Switch

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 Section 4: DS-BDA Backup Amplifiers
The DS-BDA backup amplifiers provide an economical means of backing up DS-AMP amplifiers
in a one-to-one primary/backup configuration. A DS-BDA can also provide a second audio channel
for a DS-AMP when programmed as a primary amplifier in VeriFire Tools. Table 4.1 lists DS-BDA
amplifier model.

DS-BDA

DS-BDA 25 VRMS.or 70 VRMS* Compatible with DS-AMP

* 70 VRMS option requires step-up transformer, p/n DS-XF70V, ordered

separately.

Table 4.1 DS-BDA Amplifier Models

A DS-BDA is not addressable: it is considered a part of the amplifier to which it is attached.

4.1 Features
• Programmable with VeriFire Tools to be either a backup or a primary amplifier.
• Provides backup for DS-AMP.
• Provides second audio channel for DS-AMP.

4.2 Specifications
DS-BDA card as backup
Audio output from the DS-AMP: 125 watts at 25VRMS or 100 watts at 70VRMS
OR
Audio output from the DS-BDA: 125 watts at 25VRMS or 100 watts at 70VRMS.
DS-BDA card as second channel
Power dynamically shared between DS-AMP and its BDA: 125 watts at 25VRMS or 100 watts at
70VRMS.
DS-AMP and DS-BDA must be in the same group.
Audio In, TB1
Power-limited (Class 2) at source.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG, twisted-pair, unshielded.
Audio Out, TB2
Non-power-limited output.
Supervision programmable with DS-DB programming.
Recommended wiring: 14-18 AWG, twisted-pair, unshielded.

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DS-BDA Backup Amplifiers Board Layout

4.3 Board Layout

High level audio out: TB2
DS-XF70V
25V 70V Transformer
+- + - Interface:P1

BDA Power
Boost Fault: LED 4
BDA Control LIMIT: LED 2

ENABLE: LED 3
POWER: LED 1

+ - SHIELD
Audio In:TB1

Figure 4.1 DS-BDA Layout

LED # NAME COLOR DESCRIPTION

1 Power Green Illuminates when power is applied.
2 Limit Yellow Illuminates when output current is limited. The amplifier is overloaded.
3 Enable Green Illuminates when amplifier is enabled.
4 Boost Yellow Illuminates when boost voltage is not present. Board is defective and
Fault should be returned.

Table 4.2 DS-BDA LED Indicators

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Installation DS-BDA Backup Amplifiers

4.4 Installation
The DS-BDA mounts on standoffs in the right side of the DS-AMP chassis. If the DS-AMP is
configured for 70V operation, the transformers (p/n DS-XF70V, each ordered separately) are
installed underneath the DS-BDA.
Step 2:
Connect transformer harness to transformer
interface on DS-AMP.

Step 3:
Attach 2.5” standoffs (included with DS-BDA) at
points indicated.

Step 1:
Place transformers over chassis standoffs as
indicated and fasten with four nuts (included).

Step 4:
Position DS-BDA on top of standoffs, attach
with four screws (included with DS-BDA).

Step 5:
Connect transformer harness to transformer
interface on DS-BDA.
Step 6:
Connect DS-BDA power and control
harnesses to DS-AMP. (Refer to Figure 4.3 on
page 47).

Figure 4.2 DS-BDA Installation with Transformers

DS-BDA Power and Control Cables

The BDA control and power cables are included with the DS-BDA.
DS-BDA Control DS-BDA Power cable,
cable, p/n 75690 p/n 75689

Align where
there is no pin.

Tab
Align tab with
notch in board Align cable connectors
connector. over spaces and pins.

Figure 4.3 BDA Control and Power Cables

The DS-BDA is compatible with the DS-AMP and DS-AMPE audio amplifiers.
A transformer kit, p/n DS-XF70V, is required for 70V operation, and is ordered separately.

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4.5 Wiring
Low Level Audio In: TB1
These connections provide an input for low level audio information from the DS-DB.

+ - SHIELD

AUDIO IN
DS-BDA

From DS-DB Audio OUT, or DS-AMP AUDIO IN

Figure 4.4 Low Level AUDIO IN

Connect the shield at one end in noisy environments, when the noise might couple onto the speaker
wires, or audio from the speaker wires might couple onto another set of wires.
High Level Audio Out: TB2
High level audio is sent out through these connections back to the DS-DB for speaker circuit
routing.

+ 25V Operation
-
+ OR To DS-DB Audio IN (Primary or
70V Operation Backup)
-

+25V- +70V-
DS-BDA
Figure 4.5 High Level Audio OUT
Wiring Fault Testing
Test wire-to-wire faults with 0 (zero) ohm impedance.

4.6 Operation
To simulate an amplifier failure, disconnect the audio input or output.

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 Section 5: DS-FM, DS-SFM and DS-RFM Fiber Option
Modules
The DVC-PCC and all other DAL devices except fiber DAA amplifiers support wire media as
shipped. The use of fiber optic media requires the use of fiber option modules. Each DAL device
can be used with either one or two modules. This flexibility allows for the creation of digital audio
networks with mixed wire, multi-mode fiber, and single-mode fiber segments on the same loop.
Fiber option modules consist of the following models:

Model Fiber Type For direct fiber connection between.... Not Used on

DS-FM multi-mode Two DAL devices Single or multi-mode DVC-

PCA, DVC-PCB or DAA.

DS-SFM single-mode Two DAL devices. An ST® style connector is Multi-mode DVC-PCA,
required at a single-mode DVC/DAA end. DVC-PCB or DAA.

DS-RFM multi-mode Two DAL devices, one of which is a multi-mode Single-mode DVC-PCA,
fiber DVC or DAA. An ST® style connector is DVC-PCB or DAA.
required at the multi-mode DVC/DAA end.

Table 5.1 Fiber Option Module Models

NOTE: Whenever a fiber option module is used on a DAL device port, the next DAL device that
is linked to that port must have the same model fiber option module (with the exception of single-
and multi-mode DVCs and DAAs).

One or two fiber option modules may be connected to a DS-DB board to convert it from a board
with two wire DAP ports to:
• a board with one wire and one fiber port,
• a board with two single-mode fiber ports,
• a board with two multi-mode fiber ports, or
• a board with one single-mode and one multi-mode fiber port.
When a fiber option module is mounted on a DS-DB, it disables the corresponding wire terminals.
• TB18 (DAP A, digital audio port A) is disabled when a fiber option board is connected at
J3.
• TB19 (DAP B, digital audio port B) is disabled when a fiber option board is connected at J4.

5.1 Specifications
Single- and Multi-mode Fiber-Optic Digital Audio Ports
LC Style connection.
Supervised.
Fiber optic cable, multi-mode: 50/125 or 62.5/125 micrometers.
Fiber optic cable, single-mode: 9/125 micrometers.
Attenuation of cabling between two nodes (fiber-optic circuits are point-to-point) must not
exceed the maximum attenuation, specified below.
To determine attenuation:
1. Find the rated dB loss per foot within the cable manufacturer’s specifications. Determine
the total attenuation between the two nodes due to the cable.
Loss = (loss/ft.) x (length in feet)

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2. Establish the dB loss for each connector and splice. Sum all the losses.
3. Total the attenuation factors obtained in steps 1 and 2. This will provide an approximate
attenuation total. The actual attenuation can be measured end-to-end with fiber-optic
industry standard equipment.
DS-FM and DS-SFM
The maximum attenuation:
6.5dB for multi-mode with 50/125 micrometer cable @ 1310 nm.
10dB for multi-mode with 62.5/125 micrometer cable @ 1310 nm.
30dB for single-mode with 9/125 micrometer cable @ 1310 nm.
DS-SFM/Single-mode fiber DVC/DAA Connection
The maximum attenuation:
17dB for single-mode with 9/125 micrometer cable at 1310 nm going from the
DS-SFM to the fiber DVC or fiber DAA.
4db for single-mode with 9/125 micrometer cable going from the fiber DVC or
fiber DAA to the DS-SFM.
The minimum attenuation:
12dB going from the DS-SFM to the fiber DVC or fiber DAA.
Refer to Figure 5.3 on page 52 for an illustration.
DS-RFM/Multi-mode fiber DVC/DAA Connection
Attenuation going from the fiber DVC or fiber DAA to the DS-RFM:
2dB maximum for multi-mode with 50/125 micrometer cable @ 850 nm for the
DS-RFM.
4dB maximum for multi-mode with 62.5/125 micrometer cable @ 850 nm for
the DS-RFM.
Attenuation going from the DS-RFM to the fiber DVC or fiber DAA:
12dB minimum*, 16dB maximum for both cable types.
*If the length of the fiber run results in an attenuation of less than 12dB, a suitable
attenuator must be used.
Refer to Figure 5.4 on page 52 for an illustration.

5.2 Layout
The DS-FM, DS-SFM and DS-RFM look the same. The silkscreened board names that do not
apply will be crossed off at the time of manufacture.

Fiber out J1 Pin Connector

Fiber in

LED2 RX
LED1 TX

Figure 5.1 Fiber Option Conversion Module

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LED # NAME COLOR DESCRIPTION

1 TX Green Illuminates while data is transmitted on the digital audio port. Light will
flicker, turning on when activity is detected and off when it is not.
2 RX Green Illuminates while data is received on the digital audio port. Light will
flicker, turning on when activity is detected and off when it is not.

Table 5.2 DS-FM LED Indicators

5.3 Installation
With the DS-DB de-energized, install the fiber option modules as indicated in Figure 5.2.

Fiber option module

1. Attach standoffs for Pin Connections

each option module
(included with module) at
the three points indicated
on the DS-DB.
2. Carefully plug pin
connector into back of
fiber option module.
3. Align option module
over the standoffs.
Carefully plug card to DS-
DB at pin connectors.
4. Screw module to
standoffs with three
screws (included with
option module).
DS-DB
J4 J3
Pin Connectors

Figure 5.2 DS-DB Fiber Option Module Installation

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DS-FM, DS-SFM and DS-RFM Fiber Option Modules Single- or Multi-mode DVC or DAA Installation

5.4 Single- or Multi-mode DVC or DAA Installation

5.4.1 Single-mode
A single-mode fiber DVC or DAA is compatible with the DS-DB with a DS-SFM. The single-
mode cable used to connect the DS-DB and DVC or DAA must have one ST Style Connector
(required for the DVC or DAA) and one LC Style Connector (required for the DS-DB). Refer to
Figure 5.3.
Single-mode
Fiber DAL Cable ST* Style
Connections
TX
0dB min
4dB max
RX

12dB min
17dB max
Single-mode Fiber
DVC (or single-
DS-SFM
mode fiber DAA)

LC Style
Connections

*ST® Style (ST is a registered

trademark of AT&T)
DS-DB

Figure 5.3 Single-mode Fiber DVC or DAA Installation

5.4.2 Multi-mode
A DS-RFM must be used to connect a DS-DB to a multi-mode fiber DVC or DAA.
Multi-mode
Fiber DAL Cable ST® Style*
Connections

TX
0dB min
2dB or 4dB max

RX
12dB min
16dB max

Multi-mode Fiber
DVC (or multi-mode
DS-RFM fiber DAA)

LC Style
Connections

*ST® Style (ST is a registered

DS-DB trademark of AT&T)

Figure 5.4 Multi-mode Fiber DVC or DAA Installation

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Appendix A: DS-DB and DS-AMP Battery Calculations

Description Column A Column B

Amps in Standby Amps in Alarm

QTY X current draw = Total QTY X current draw = Total

DS-DB* 1 X [ 0.355A ] = 0.355A 1 X [ 0.550A ]= 0.550A

DS-FM (all models) [ ] X [ 0.060A ] = [ ] X [ 0.060A ] =

24V Auxiliary Power [ ] X[ ]= [ ] X[ ]=

(TB24 on DS-DB)**

DS-AMP (25V) [ ] X [ 0.125A ] = [ ] X [ 0.280A ] =

DS-BDA (25V) [ ] X [ 0.100A ] = [ ] X [ 0.300A ] =

DS-AMP (70V) [ ] X [ 0.130A ] = [ ] X [ 0.300A ] =

DS-BDA (70V) [ ] X [ 0.105A ] = [ ] X [ 0.330A ] =

AMPS-24*** [ ] X [ 0.130A ] = [ ] X [ 0.130A ] =

Speakers:

1/4 watt [ ] X [ 0.016A ]=

1/2 watt [ ] X [ 0.031A ]=

3/4 watt [ ] X [ 0.047A ]=

1 watt [ ] X [ 0.062A ]=

2 watt [ ] X [ 0.124A ]=

Other _______ [ ] X[ ]= [ ] X[ ]=

Total Column A _______ Total Column B _______

* Includes FFT Riser Draw

** Refer to the documentation that comes with the device(s) being powered through the DS-DB’s TB24 for standby
and alarm figures.
***If the AMPS-24 is powering additional components, refer to the AMPS-24 manual for standby and alarm figures.

Table A.1 Current Draw Calculations for DS-DB and DS-AMP

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Load Totals Multiplied By Time Equals Secondary Amp Hour Totals

Enter total from Required Secondary Non- Non-fire Alarm

Column A in Table A.1. [ ] X fire Alarm Standby Time (24 [ ] = [ ] Secondary Standby
(Standby Load) or 60 hours) Amp Hours

Enter total from

Required Fire Alarm Time Secondary Fire Alarm
Column B in Table A.1. [ ] X [ ] = [ ]
in Decimal Form* Amp Hour Requirement
(Alarm Load)

Sum column for Total Secondary Ampere Hours (AH) Calculated =

Multiply by the derating factor X 1.2 = [ ] Total Secondary Amp

Hours Required

*Following are decimal conversions for standard numbers of minutes:

5 minutes 0.084
10 minutes 0.167
15 minutes 0.250
30 minutes 0.50
60 minutes 1.0

Standby operating times:

• NFPA 72 Local, Proprietary, Auxiliary, Remote Station, and Central Station systems require 24 hours of standby power followed
by 5 minutes in alarm.
• Some jurisdictions require 60 hours of standby power followed by 5 minutes in alarm for Auxiliary and Remote Station systems,
based on previous NFPA 72 requirements.
• 24 hours of standby/supervisory condition followed by 2 hours of alarm.

Table A.2 Secondary Power Standby and Fire Alarm Load

Battery Size Voltage Rating Required Number Model Number

7 AH 12 volt Two BAT-1270

12 AH 12 volts Two BAT-12120

26 AH 12 volts Two BAT-12260

55 AH 12 volts Two BAT-12550

Table A.3 Battery Size Requirements

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 Index
Numerics DS-AMP 35, 38
Features 35
120 ohm resistor 23
Layout 36
2Wire/4Wire Switch 34
LEDs and Switches 37
75637, AMPS-24 cable 19
Number per DS-DB 35
75689, BDA Power Cable 47
Series Models 35
75690, BDA Control Cable 47
Specifications 35
Switch, Address 44
A Wiring
Address AC Power 41
BDA 45 Audio In 43
DS-AMP 7 Batteries 41
Rotary switch 37, 44 DS-BUS 43
DS-BDA 24 High level output 43
DS-BUS, programming, refer to Digital DS-BDA 45
Voice Command manual. as second audio channel 45
DS-DB 7, 21 Compatibility 47
Rotary switches 16, 33 Features 45
AFAWS 22, 23 Installation 47
AIM-1 29, 30 Layout 46
Alarm Bus 11, 20 LED Indicators 46
Amplified high-level audio input 25, 26, 27 Operation 48
Audio Outputs, low level 25, 26, 27 Power and Control Cables 47
Auxiliary Power 20 Specifications 45
Wiring
B High Level Audio Out 48
Low Level Audio In 48
Backup Amplifier DS-BUS
Compatibility 7 AMPS-24 board requirements 23
Batteries common ground 23
Cables 42
Endpoints 23
DS-AMP wiring 23
Installation 40
DS-DB
Wiring 41 2Wire/4Wire Switch 34
Size requirements 54 Disable speaker circuit 34
Battery Calculations 53 Features 10
Layout 13
C LED Indicators 13
CAB-4 Series Cabinets 17, 37 Local Silence Switch 33
Cables for DS-BDA 47 Power through harness or TB24 19
CAUTION Specifications 10
Do not mix voltages within a group... 33 Switches 16
CIM/CSM 30 Termination Switch 33
Voltage Selection Switches 33
Wiring
D Audio Out, Speaker Circuits 27
DAL 21 DAPs 21
Block Diagram 7 DS-BUS 23
DAPs DVC-AO level audio OUT 25
Style 4, Style 7 21 FFT Riser 22
Wiring 21 Primary and Backup 25
Disable DS-DB speaker circuit 34 Riser Modes 28
DP-1B Dress Panel 18, 40 DS-FM 49

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E–W Index

DS-RFM 49, 50 Read/Alter Status 34

DS-SFM 49 Riser Modes 28
DS-XF70V, step-up transformer 35, 45, 47 Groups 28
RSM-1 29
E
Endpoint, See DS-BUS S
EQ Series backboxes and doors 17, 37 Specifications
DS-AMP 35
F DS-DB 10
Fiber option modules 49
FCM-1 20
FFT Riser
Wiring 22 T
Fiber option modules 7, 49 Telephone control 22
Installation 51 Telephone Control Module 23
Layout 50 Termination Switch 33
Fiber/wire DAL 22 Test Switch 34
FPJ 23 Transformer, step-up, for 70vrms models 35, 45,
FPJ-1 23 47
FTM-1 22 Trouble Messages 34

G U
Group UL Power-limited Requirements 31
do not mix voltages 33
V
H VeriFire Tools 25, 28, 34, 45
Heat Dissipation - See Heat Dissipation Calcula- Voltage Selection Switches 33
tion document listed in related documentation
chart. W
WARNING
L Batteries contain sulfuric acid.... 40
Local Silence Switch 33 Do not connect battery interconnect cable
Low Frequency Sounders 8 until after initial system power-
up. 41
M High Voltages Present.... 41
Wear a static discharge wrist strap... 17, 38
Mixed wire/fiber DALs 21
Wire/fiber DAL 22
Wiring
N Digital Audio Ports A and B 21
NCA-2 34 DS-AMP power supply to AC Power 41
NFS2-3030 34 FFT Riser 22

O
One-to-Many Backup 27
One-to-One Backup 26

P
Power-limited Requirements 31

R
R-10k 28
R-3.9k 22
Read Status 34

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