VM Series Life Safety Control Panels

OVERVIEW

VM Series represents the latest generation of life safety control panels for mid- to large-sized applications. With large multimessage displays, intuitive interfaces, and stylish contoured cabinets — these systems capture the imagination, and catch the eye. But behind the LCD display is where they really shine. 

New TCP/IP-enabled microprocessors and chipsets take full advantage of the latest advances in computing technology, leading to smarter, faster, higher-capacity processing and more efficient designs. The VM Series’ patented Voltage Boost™ technology, for example, delivers constant voltage on NAC and AUX circuits – even at low battery power – resulting in lighter cable requirements and/or longer runs. That saves time and money. 

High performance processing also leads to powerful networking features and versatile digital audio functionality. In fact, VM Series can handle jobs that range from a single stand-alone control panel to a sophisticated network comprising as many as 24 control panels processing data from up to 24,000 devices. 

High quality voice evacuation also delivers system design flexibility, with scalable implementation from simple Place-of-Assembly capability right up to multi-channel operation for high-rise and campus applications. VM Series features three channels of integrated digital audio. Its optional paging control center includes a high quality paging microphone to which can be added a firefighters’ telephone. 

VM Series makes all this new technology readily accessible with easy installation and maintenance. Electronic addressing means devices virtually install themselves, while intuitive installation and detailed diagnostic tools offer a clear and rapid path to flawless system operation.

FEATURES

• One Class A or Class B intelligent device loop standard, optional loops bring control panel capacity to 1000 devices
• 24-line by 40-character backlit LCD capable of displaying eight simultaneous events
• Optional voice evacuation and firefighter’s telephone
• Part of an end-to-end audio solution suitable for low frequency signaling in sleeping areas
• Optional network interface slots are located on the back of a swingable mounting chassis
• Electronic addressing with automatic device mapping
• Optional Ethernet port for diagnostics, programming
• Supports strobe synchronization
• Supports up to 30 R-Series remote annunciators with either Class A or Class B wiring
• Networkable up to 24 VM control panels monitoring 24,000 intelligent points
• Patented Voltage Boost™ technology delivers constant voltage on NAC and AUX circuits — even at low battery power
• 10 Amp UL listed power supply with universal 94 to 264 Vac input voltage
• Integrated Carbon Monoxide gas sensing with carbon monoxide detectors including distinct audible signaling
• Four on-board Notification Appliance Circuits
• Room for three optional front panel LED/Switch modules
• Optional Ethernet interface
• UL2572; UL864 UUKL; UL 864 Listed for releasing applications using GSA-REL
• Optional earthquake hardening: seismic Importance Factor 1.5