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- Page 1 Informer Series Tone Alert Receivers Installation and Operation Manual Federal Signal Corporation University Park, IL 60466...
- Page 2 Informer Series Tone Alert Receiver Installation and Operation Manual Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park, Illinois 60466 (708) 534-3400 Part No. 255334 Rev. B, 8/2002...
- Page 3 Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICES The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions. • Read and Follow Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the TAR is operated.
- Page 4 Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual • Cleaning - The TAR should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and a damp cloth. Do not apply solvents directly onto the TAR. • Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE NO. Section I Specifications Electrical Acoustic Dual Relay and 600 ohm Audio Signaling Formats Environmental Physical EMI / RFI Agency Compliance Section II General Description General Description... - Page 6 Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Section IV Operation Instructions General Information Power Supply Monitoring (NOAA Weather Radio and Channel Selection) Receiving an Alert Message Receiving a Test Message Volume Control Tone-Alert Radio Failure Optional Dual Relay and...
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Page 7: Section I
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual SECTION I SPECIFICATIONS Electrical • Antenna Impedance 50 Ohms Ohms • Antenna Type Rubber duck with swivel BNC connector Frequency Range 33 – 50 150 – 174 450 - 470 806 – 821 851- 866 (MHz) ≥... -
Page 8: Acoustic
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual • Audio Output 1 Watt into 8 ohms • Audio Distortion < 5% @ 85dB output, w/1 kHz tone. • Audio Sensitivity ≤ 30% of nominal system deviation, 1.5 kHz minimum deviation to produce 85dB audio output level w/ volume control @ full per EIA-603, part 4.1.1.7) -
Page 9: Dual Relay And 600 Ohm Audio
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Dual Relay and 600 ohm Audio Two SPDT Relay Outputs, Output (IO Option) 5 amps @ 30VDC Relay outputs can be programmed to cycle on & off, or come on continuously with the on-time, off-time, and total-time being programmable. -
Page 10: Environmental
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual • Optional EAS/SAME Decoder 520.83(6250/12)bits per second, 2083.3Hz Mark tone. 1562.5Hz Space tone, no Start, Stop, or Parity bits. 7 bit ASCII, + 8th null bit (either 1 or 0), LSB sent... -
Page 11: General Description
SECTION II GENERAL DESCRIPTION General Description The Federal Signal Informer Tone Alert Receiver (TAR) is a significant innovation in emergency alerting. The TAR is the first unit of its type available in all commercial FM bands from 33 – 866 MHz. It is also the first TAR capable of decoding multiple formats (single-tone, two-tone, DTMF and optionally EAS or Federal Digital) at the same time. -
Page 12: Standard Features
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Standard Features • Available in 5 frequency bands from 33 MHz to 866 MHz • Long life rechargeable battery with built-in charger • Wide temperature operating range • Excellent RF sensitivity, and selectivity •... -
Page 13: Informer Front Panel Layout
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Informer Front Panel Layout Speaker Keypad BNC Antenna Connector FEDERAL SIGNAL POWER ALERT TEST VOLUME MONITOR RESET/TEST GENERAL DESCRIPTION... -
Page 14: Rear View I/O Definitions
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Rear View I/O Definitions BNC Antenna Power Input Audio Output Level Connector Adjustment (Optional) 600 ohm Audio Squelch Not Used & Relay Outputs (Optional) Wall Mount Keyholes Battery Switch Programming Port GENERAL DESCRIPTION... -
Page 15: Installation Instructions
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual SECTION III INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Warning Read and adhere to all safety warnings beginning at page “i” of this manual before installing the Informer. Determine a Suitable Location When picking a location for the Informer TAR, first consider the following criteria: 1. -
Page 16: Wall Mounting
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual 6. The TAR should be located within six feet of an AC power receptacle to eliminate the need for an extension cord. 7. The TAR should be placed where it will not be inadvertently covered or moved. -
Page 17: Desk Mounting
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Desk Mounting Before putting the TAR in place, determine a suitable location considering the criteria listed above. It is recommended to use the wall mounting method if the optional strobe light accessory is used. The local rubber antenna should be bent at 90°... -
Page 18: Strobe Light Installation
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Strobe Light Installation The optional strobe light accessories enable the TAR to provide warning to the hearing impaired and users in high ambient noise areas. To use a strobe light accessory, an IO model of the Informer is required to provide the necessary relay output for controlling the strobe. -
Page 19: Model Fb2Pst-012-024C Strobe
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Model FB2PST-012-024C Strobe Light Accessory Wiring Diagram INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 20: 3-6-2 Model Is2 Strobe Light Accessory Installation
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual 3-6-2 Model IS2 Strobe Light Accessory Installation Install the model IS2 strobe vertically, near the TAR, at least 24” below the ceiling. The connection between the TAR and the strobe requires a user supplied 18-20 AWG two-wire cable with 5mm (3/16”) stripped on the TAR... -
Page 21: Testing
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Testing The Informer TAR should be tested after installation to ensure the TAR is able to perform as intended. The battery has a disconnect switch hidden behind a small opening in the rear of the TAR. -
Page 22: Operation Instructions
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual SECTION IV OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS General Information All functions should be pre-programmed into the Informer TAR. Refer to the programming section of this manual if programming changes are required. If you are experiencing any difficulties with the TAR, contact your local Federal Signal service center for assistance. -
Page 23: Receiving An Alert Message
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual To discontinue monitoring NOAA Weather Radio and place the unit in standby mode, press the RESET button on the TAR. While in standby, the TAR will not be heard but will continue to monitor the selected NOAA radio channel for emergency broadcasts. -
Page 24: Volume Control
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Volume Control The Informer offers you the ability to control the sound volume of voice messages heard over the TAR speaker. The Alert beep volume is not adjustable. To adjust the volume, first press the MONITOR button to listen to the radio channel. -
Page 25: Quick Reference Guide
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual Informer Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide ALERT LED flashes Red POWER LED lights when TAR receives an steady Green when Alert Message. The TAR is receiving power TAR may also give a... -
Page 26: Service & Maintenance Instructions
Federal Signal Corporation Informer Tone Alert Receiver Manual SECTION V SERVICE and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Battery Replacement The Informer uses a 6V, 1.2 A/H sealed lead acid battery. The battery should be replaced with the same make and model battery as the original equipment. -
Page 27: Warranty
SECTION VI Warranty Limited Warranty The Signal Division, Federal Signal Corporation (Federal) warrants each new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of one year on parts replacement and labor from the date of delivery to the first user-purchaser.