C-3-8 Addressable Base VAD c/w Voice Sounder
- Superb sound intelligibility.
- Includes three selectable voice message pairs.
- Provides ‘C-3-8’ light distribution (min 0.4 lux over a 3 x 8m cylindrical area) using the same lenses and electronics as our EN54-23, 3 & 17 certified base sounder VAD.
- Onboard short-circuit loop isolator.
- 550µA quiescent current.
- 19.5mA alarm current @24V DC (VAD lit, voice sounder on max).
- Group addressing facility allows multiple devices to be operated simultaneously.
- 7 selectable volume levels.
- Optional BF330CTLIDW white or BF330CTLIDR red cap available for stand-alone use.
- IP21C rated.
- Detector spur wires included.
Technical Specifications
| Protocol/compatibility | Compatible with C-TEC's XFP/ZFP XP95/Discovery Addressable Fire Panels. |
|---|---|
| Application/operation | |
| VAD category & coverage | |
| Flash rate & colour | |
| Supply/operating voltage | |
| Quiescent current | |
| Nominal SPL (Sound Pressure Level) | |
| Alarm current | 19.5mA (VAD lit, Voice Sounder on max); 10mA (Voice Sounder on max, VAD off). |
| Indicators | Polling (green LED) & Short Circuit Isolator Active (amber LED). |
| Product dimensions (mm) | 122mm diameter x 46mm deep (not including optional XP95/Discovery detector and base). |
| IP Rating | |
| Weight | |
| Operating conditions/temperature | |
| Notes | Includes the same lenses and electronics as our EN54-23 , 3 & 17 certified Base Sounder VAD. |
Documentation
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VAD coverage (with multiplication factors applied)
VAD coverage depends on factors such as ambient light and viewing angle (direct or indirect). The table below summarises how the coverage of the BF457A/CX/W increases or decreases based on these factors. To use the table, calculate the lux level of the area requiring coverage, determine whether the viewing angle will be direct or indirect then read off the coverage in the relevant column. For further information refer to our VAD System Design Guide, downloadable from the Documentation tab below.
| Lux level in area requiring coverage | Ceiling Mounted Direct Viewing | Ceiling Mounted Indirect Viewing |
| 000-101 lux | 8.3m H x 22.4m W | 3.9m H x 10.4m W |
| 101-200 lux | 7.2m H x 19.2m H | 3.6m H x 9.6m W |
| 201-300 lux | 5.7m H x 15.2m W | 3.0m H x 8.0m W |
| 301-400 lux | 4.2m H x 11.2m W | 2.4m H x 6.4m W |
| 401-500 lux | 3.3m H x 8.8m W | 1.8m H x 4.8m W |
| 501-600 lux | 2.7m H x 7.2m W | 1.5m H x 4.0m W |
| 601-700 lux | 2.1m H x 5.6m W | not applicable |
| 701-800 lux | 1.5m H x 4.0m W | not applicable |
Voice Message Options
Messages – Pair One
Tone/Voice Message 1 (Primary)
Tone: Evacuate (550 Hz for 0.5 sec, 825 Hz for 0.5 sec);
Message: Attention please. Attention please. Fire has been reported in the building. Please leave immediately by the nearest exit. (repeated 2x)
Tone/Voice Message 2 (Secondary)
Tone: Alert (1 sec off, 825 Hz for 1 sec);
Message: This is a fire alert.This is a fire alert. Await further instructions. Await further instructions. (repeated 2x).
Messages – Pair Two
Tone/Voice Message 1 (Primary)
Tone: Evacuate (550 Hz for 0.5 sec, 825 Hz for 0.5;
Message: In the interests of safety please evacuate the building now. (repeated 3x).
Tone/Voice Message 2 (Secondary)
Tone: Alert (1 sec off, 825 Hz for 1 sec);
Message: All Clear. The emergency has been resolved. It is safe to resume normal activities. All Clear. (repeated 2x).
Messages – Pair Three
Tone/Voice Message 1 (Primary)
Tone: Evacuate (550 Hz for 0.5 sec, 825 Hz for 0.5 sec);
Message: This is a test of the fire alarm system. Please do not take any action. (repeated 2x).
Tone/Voice Message 2 (Secondary)
Tone: Alert (1 sec off, 825 Hz for 1 sec);
Message: The fire alarm test is now complete. (repeated 3x).
