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- Page 1 SKE-SERIES Voice Evacuation Installation and Part Number 151267 Rev E Operations Manual firealarmresources.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Section 1 Overview ..............................1-1 Features ..............................1-1 Optional Accessories ..........................1-2 About This Manual ..........................1-2 How to Contact Silent Knight ........................1-2 Section 2 Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements ........2-1 FCC Warning ............................2-1 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) ......................2-1 2.2.1 Requirements for All Installations .................... - Page 4 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual Input Circuits ............................3-13 3.7.1 CMD1 Input Circuit ........................3-13 3.7.1.1 Class B (Style Y) ........................3-13 3.7.1.2 Class A (Style Z) ........................3-14 3.7.2 CMD2 Input Circuit ........................3-14 Connecting Power ..........................3-15 3.8.1 AC Power ............................
- Page 5 Contents Section 6 SKE-ZN6 Six Zone Splitter Installation ..............8-1 SKE-ZN6 Board and Components ......................8-1 6.1.1 Terminal Strip 1 ..........................8-2 6.1.2 Terminal Strip 2 ..........................8-3 6.1.3 Terminal Strip 3 ..........................8-4 6.1.4 Manual Zone Switches ........................8-4 6.1.5 All Call Switch ..........................
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Page 7: Overview
Section 1 Overview This manual contains information on how to install and operate the following voice evacuation controls: Where to find Additional Model Number Consists of these Part Numbers Information SKE-450 Main Control Panel Section 3 Main Control Panel Section 3 SKE-450-ZN4 SKE-ZN4 Section 5... -
Page 8: Optional Accessories
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual Optional Accessories Part Number Description SKE-ZN4 4 Zone Audio Splitter (see Section 5 for more information) SKE-SRM Supervised Remote Microphone (see Section 7 for details) SKE-ZN6 6 Zone Audio Splitter (see Section 6 for more information) SKE-V70 Converts the speaker circuit voltage from 25 to 70.7 Vrms (see Section 8 for more information) -
Page 9: Agency Listings, Approvals, And Requirements
Section 2 Agency Listings, Approvals, and Requirements FCC Warning This device has been verified to comply with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the two following conditions: (1) This device may not cause radio interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 10 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual This page left blank intentionally. 151267 firealarmresources.com...
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Page 11: Installation
Section 3 Installation This section of the manual is intended to help you plan your tasks to facilitate the installation. Please read this section thoroughly, especially if you are installing a SKE-450 control for the first time. Environmental Specifications It is important to protect the SKE-450 control panel from moisture. To prevent damage, the following conditions should be avoided when installing the units: •... -
Page 12: Board Layout
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual Board Layout This section of the manual describes the components of the control panel that may be used by the installer or operator. SKE-SRM Common Control Relay Remote Microphone AC Delay Outputs Signals Switch Terminals* Message Terminal Strip 1... -
Page 13: Wiring Overview
Installation 3.3.1 Wiring Overview Figure 3-2 provides a basic wiring overview. Refer to the appropriate section in the manual for more information. Figure 3-2 SKE-450 Wiring Overview 151267 firealarmresources.com... -
Page 14: Terminal Strip 1
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 3.3.2 Terminal Strip 1 Table 3-2: Terminal Strip 1 Description Terminal Name Comments Remote Microphone See Section 7.3.2 for details. Active Aux Audio (Input) For recording custom message only. See Section 4.2.2. Enable Not Used AC Trouble (Relay) Form C energizes when an AC trouble is detected regardless of setting of the AC delay switch. -
Page 15: Earth Fault Resistance
Installation 3.3.4 Earth Fault Resistance Table 3-4 lists the earth fault resistance detection for each applicable terminal on the control panel. Table 3-4: Earth Fault Resistance Values by Terminal Terminal Name Value (in kohms) Remote Microphone Active CMD2 IN – SPK IN –... -
Page 16: System Leds
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 3.3.5 System LEDs The control panel has LEDs which indicate system operation, alarms, and trouble conditions. Table 3-5 lists the LEDs and their function. See also . Speaker Trouble Alarm Mic Trouble CMD2 Trouble Earth Ground Trouble Battery Status Power... -
Page 17: Microphone Connection
Installation 3.3.6 Microphone Connection The microphone connector is used to connect a hand held microphone into the system. The microphone can be used to record a message and as a manual voice evacuation override. See Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 Microphone Connection 3.3.7 RS-232 Serial Connector The RS-232 serial connector is used to directly connect the main control to a PC or laptop to... -
Page 18: 3.3.10 Ac Delay Switch
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 3.3.10 AC Delay Switch The SKE-450 has two built-in trouble relays – General Trouble and AC Trouble. The General trouble relay will energize when any trouble condition is detected. If the only trouble condition is an AC failure, the relay output can be programmed to delay the indication by 2 hours by setting the DIP AC Delay Switch 1 to ON. -
Page 19: Wiring Specifications
Installation 3.4.2 Wiring Specifications The maximum line resistance of the wire run from FACP to voice evacuation control system is 50W. All wiring and devices installed in the system must meet the standards described in National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), NFPA Standard 72, and Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). To avoid induced noise (transfer of electrical energy from one wire to another), keep input wiring isolated from high-current output and power wiring. -
Page 20: Mounting The Main Control Board In The Cabinet
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual Mounting the Main Control Board in the Cabinet Follow these steps to properly install the main control board into the cabinet: 1. Unlock and open the cabinet door. 2. Remove the two cover plate retaining screws, then open the control panel cover plate. See Figure 3-6. -
Page 21: Speaker Wiring
Installation Speaker Wiring Each SKE-450 supplies one NAC (Notification Appliance Circuit) for speaker connection. The speaker circuit can be supervised and wired Class B (Style Y) or Class A (Style Z). The speaker circuit is capable of 50 watts of power at 25 Vrms or 70.7 Vrms (using the SKE-V70 Module, see Section 8 for SKE-V70 installing instructions). -
Page 22: Class B (Style Y)
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 3.6.2 Class B (Style Y) Figure 3-8 illustrates how to wire speakers to the control panel using Class B (Style Y) supervision. Supervised Power Limited 15 kΩ EOL UL Listed Model 7630 Figure 3-8 Class B (Style Y) Speaker Configuration 3.6.3 Class A (Style Z) Figure 3-9 illustrates how to wire speakers to the control panel using Class A (Style Z) wiring. -
Page 23: Input Circuits
Installation Input Circuits The SKE-450 has two command input circuits (CMD1 & CMD2). The command input circuits are used to activate the amplifier that transmits the audio signal over the output speakers. 3.7.1 CMD1 Input Circuit This section describes how to connect Class B (Style Y) or Class A (Style Z) inputs to CMD1 terminals. -
Page 24: Class A (Style Z)
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 3.7.1.2 Class A (Style Z) Figure 3-11 illustrates how to wire a Class A (Style Z) input circuit to CMD1 input. Supervised by FACP Power Limited if NAC outputs from FACP are Power Limited If a trouble condition exists on the SKE-450, the supervision circuit is opened in addition to... -
Page 25: Connecting Power
Installation Connecting Power 3.8.1 AC Power The following instruction provide the a step-by-step procedure for installing the AC transformer and how to connect the AC power. Follow these steps to install the AC transformer: 1. Open Cabinet door. 2. To access cabinet interior, open dead-front panel by removing the upper screw and the mid-door retaining nut. - Page 26 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 4. Wire AC to the transformer as shown in Figure 3-14. Figure 3-14 AC Connections 5. Plug the transformer output to the AC connector on the control panel as shown in Figure 3-13. 3-16 151267 firealarmresources.com...
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Page 27: Backup Battery Power
Installation 3.8.2 Backup Battery Power The following steps explain how to connect the batteries (refer to Figure 3-15): 1. Connect the black wire to the negative (-) side of the battery #2. 2. Connect the jumper wire provided from the positive (+) side of battery #2 to the negative side of battery #1. - Page 28 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual This page left blank intentionally. 3-18 151267 firealarmresources.com...
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Page 29: Programming
Section 4 Programming This section of the manual describes how to program the SKE-450 using the programming DIP switches. DIP Switch Programming Table 4-1 lists the programming DIP switches, and describes what each of their settings accomplish. Table 4-1: DIP Switch Programming Switch Number Function Setting... - Page 30 SKE-SeriesVoice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual Table 4-1: DIP Switch Programming Switch Number Function Setting Comments Switch Evacuation ANSI Cadence This option selects the Tone Pattern tone sound that will be March Code made during California evacuation. Steady For UL 864 Alert Tone installations, this Hi-Lo...
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Page 31: Recording Custom Message
Programming Recording Custom Message The SKE-450 comes with three recorded messages (see Table 4-2). Message 1 & 2 can be changed through the 7780 software; Message 3 can be recorded from the microphone or by using the 7780 software. Message 1 & 2 are 32 seconds long, and Message 3 is 49 seconds long. -
Page 32: Input Message 3 From The Microphone
SKE-SeriesVoice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 4.2.1 Input Message 3 From the Microphone This section contains information on how to record and erase message 3 from the control panel. 4.2.1.1 Record Message 3 Using the Microphone Follow these steps to record message 3 using the microphone: 1. -
Page 33: 4.2.2.1 Using The Aux Audio Input
Programming 4.2.2.1 Using the Aux Audio input Message 3 can be recorded from the “Line Out” on the sound card of a PC or Laptop. To input a message through the Aux Audio terminals on the SKE-450: 1. Wire a speaker cable with 1/8” mini plug (Radio Shack Cat. No. 42-2454) to Aux Audio Neg and IN terminals. -
Page 34: 4.2.2.2 Using 7780 Software
SKE-SeriesVoice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 4.2.2.2 Using 7780 Software The 7780 software is a software support utility that is used to download recorded messages (in .ske format stored on your PC hard drive) to the various message locations of the SKE-450. Messages can be uploaded from the SKE-450, stored, and used again in similar installations. -
Page 35: Ske-Zn4 Zone Splitter
Section 5 SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter This section contains information on how to install the SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter into the SKE- 450 cabinet, and how to connect input and output devices to the zone splitter. A zone splitter is a device that can split the audio output from the main amp into separate audio output channels. -
Page 36: Terminal Strip 1
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 5.1.1 Terminal Strip 1 This section describes what the terminal connections of terminal strip 1 are used for. Terminal Name Description Number +24 VDC Positive 24 VDC in or out. Ground Not Used Ground 5.1.2 Terminal Strip 2 This section describes what the terminal connections of terminal strip 2 are used for. -
Page 37: Manual Zone Switches
SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter 5.1.4 Terminal Strip 4 This section describes what the terminal connections of terminal strip 4 are used for. Terminal Name Description SP1 + Speaker output 1 positive connection. SP1 – Speaker output 1 negative connection. SPR1 + Speaker 1 return positive connection, used for Class A (Style Z) configuration. -
Page 38: All Call Switch
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 5.1.7 All Call Switch The All Call Switch manually overrides the system message, using the microphone, to all zones in the system. 5.1.8 Zone Supervision Selectors The zone supervision selector selects how the speaker circuit will be supervised. Speaker circuits can be Class B (Style Y) or Class A (Style Z) supervised depending on how they are connected to the control panel. -
Page 39: Mounting The Ske-Zn4 In The Ske-450 Cabinet
SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter Mounting the SKE-ZN4 In the SKE-450 Cabinet This section contains instructions on how to install the SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter into the SKE- 450 Voice Evacuation cabinet. Follow these steps to install the SKE-ZN4 into the SKE-450 cabinet: 1. - Page 40 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 4. Mount the SKE-ZN4 to the SKE-450 cabinet mounting standoffs with the 7/10” screw-in standoffs provided. SKE-ZN4 Mounting Standoffs Figure 5-4 SKE-ZN4 Mounting Standoff Locations 5. Connect wiring harness to the expansion connector on the SKE-450 and to the direct connect pins on the SKE-ZN4.
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Page 41: Speaker Wiring
SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter Speaker Wiring Each SKE-ZN4 supplies four Notification Appliance Circuits for speaker connection. The circuits can be supervised and wired Class B (Style Y) or Class A (Style Z). Each circuit is capable of 50 watts of power. Note: The system can support a maximum of 50 watts of power. Note: This configuration illustrates a 25V installation if using an SKE-V70. -
Page 42: Class A (Style Z)
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 5.4.3 Class A (Style Z) Figure 5-7 illustrates how to wire speaker circuits to the control panel in a Class A (Style Z) configuration. Make sure that the Speaker Circuit Supervision Selector is in the Class A (Style Z) position. -
Page 43: Facp Alarm Zone Control Wiring
SKE-ZN4 Zone Splitter 5.4.4 FACP Alarm Zone Control Wiring This section describes how to connect relay outputs from a FACP to control the four separate zones on the SKE-ZN4 four zone splitter. Connect an active low relay or contact from the FACP to the Alarm Selects on the SKE-ZN4 (see Figure 5-8). -
Page 44: General Alarm Control Wiring
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 5.4.5 General Alarm Control Wiring This section describes general alarm control wiring as shown in Figure 5-9. Supervised 4.7 kΩ Power Limited UL Listed EOL Model 7628 Figure 5-9 General Alarm Control Wiring 5-10 151267 firealarmresources.com... - Page 45 Section 6 SKE-ZN6 Six Zone Splitter Installation This section contains information on how to install the SKE-ZN6 Zone Splitter into the SKE- 450 cabinet, and how to connect input and output devices to the zone splitter. A zone splitter is a device that can split the audio output from the main amp into separate audio output channels.
- Page 46 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 6.1.1 Terminal Strip 1 This sections describes what the terminal connections of terminal strip 1 are used for. Terminal Name Description Number +24 VDC Positive 24 VDC in or out. Ground Trouble Out Trouble output, active low. Ground Select All Not Used...
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Page 47: Ske-Zn6 Six Zone Splitter Installation
SKE-ZN6 Six Zone Splitter Installation 6.1.2 Terminal Strip 2 This sections describes what the terminal connections of terminal strip 5 are used for. Terminal Name Description Raw speaker signal from DMR (un-split), used for End of Line supervision. EOL 1 Not Used. -
Page 48: Manual Zone Switches
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 6.1.3 Terminal Strip 3 This sections describes what the terminal connections of terminal strip 4 are used for. Terminal Name Description Not Used Speaker 3 return positive connection, used for Class A (Style Z) configuration. –... -
Page 49: Ske-Zn6 Specifications
SKE-ZN6 Six Zone Splitter Installation SKE-ZN6 Specifications Circuit Rating Operating Voltage: 24 VDC Standby: 30 mA Current Draw: Alarm: All channels active 120 mA Humidity 93% non-condensing max. Mounting the SKE-ZN6 In the SKE-450 Cabinet This section contains instructions on how to install the SKE-ZN6 Zone Splitter into the SKE450 Voice Evacuation cabinet. - Page 50 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 4. Remove the SKE-ZN6 access plate. 5. Mount the SKE-ZN6 to the SKE450 cabinet mounting standoffs with the 7/10” screw-in standoffs provided. SKE-ZN6 Mounting Standoffs Figure 6-3 SKE-ZN6 Mounting Standoff Locations 151267 firealarmresources.com...
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Page 51: Speaker Wiring
SKE-ZN6 Six Zone Splitter Installation 6. Connect wiring harness to the expansion connector on the SKE450 and to the direct connect pins on the SKE-ZN6. See Figure 6-4. SKE-ZN6 Cover Plate 15 kΩ EOL UL Listed Model 7630 Wiring Harness (P/N 130427) Figure 6-4 View With SKE-ZN6 Installed 7. -
Page 52: Class B (Style Y)
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 6.4.2 Class B (Style Y) Figure 6-5 illustrates how to wire speakers to the control panel using Class B (Style Y) supervision. 15 kΩ EOL UL Listed Model 7630 Supervised Power Limited Figure 6-5 Class B (Style Y) Speaker Configuration Note: Figure 6-5 uses Speaker Loop 5 as an example of the wiring. -
Page 53: Facp Alarm Zone Control Wiring
SKE-ZN6 Six Zone Splitter Installation 6.4.4 FACP Alarm Zone Control Wiring This section describes how to connect relay outputs from a FACP to control the six separate zones on the SKE-ZN6 six zone splitter. Connect an active low relay or contact from the FACP to the Alarm Selects on the SKE-ZN6 (see Figure 6-7). -
Page 54: General Alarm Control Wiring
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 6.4.5 General Alarm Control Wiring This section describes general alarm control wiring as shown in Figure 6-8. Supervised 4.7 kΩ Power Limited UL Listed EOL Model 7628 Figure 6-8 General Alarm Control Wiring 6-10 151267 firealarmresources.com... -
Page 55: Ske-Srm
Section 7 SKE-SRM The SKE-SRM is a supervised remote microphone assembly that can be added to the SKE- Series voice evacuation system. Cover Plate Screws LEDs Microphone Microphone Connector Cover Plate Cover Plate Screws Figure 7-1 The SKE-SRM Specifications Parameter Rating Operating Voltage: 24 VDC... -
Page 56: Led Description
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual LED Description State Meaning Remote microphone has DC power. Green Remote microphone has no power or has a major malfunction. No microphone attached to the unit. Yellow Microphone is connected. Installation Instructions This section contains the information needed to properly install the SKE-SRM. 7.3.1 Mounting the SKE-SRM Cabinet. - Page 57 SKE-SRM Chassis Chassis Mounting Mounting Screw Screw Figure 7-2 Remote Microphone Chassis Assembly 6. Mount the cabinet using the appropriate screws and anchors, through the cabinet mounting holes. See Figure 7-3. Cabinet Cabinet Mounting Mounting Holes Holes Figure 7-3 Cabinet Mounting Hole Locations 7.
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Page 58: Wiring Instructions
SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 7.3.2 Wiring Instructions The wiring for the remote microphone should use shielded 4 conductor 22AWG (up to 5000 feet) wiring. The wiring is supervised by the main panel if switch 4 on SW2 is set to ON (see Table 4-1). -
Page 59: Remote Microphone Operation
SKE-SRM 7.3.3 Remote Microphone Operation Use the mic gain on the board to adjust audio to desired level. See Figure 7-4 for mic gain location. The system can support a maximum of one remote microphone. Table 7-2 describes the remote microphones LEDS. Table 7-2: LED Descriptions LED Color State... - Page 60 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual This page left blank intentionally. 151267 firealarmresources.com...
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Page 61: Ske-V70 Module Installation
Section 8 SKE-V70 Module Installation The SKE-V70 converts the speaker circuit voltage from 25 Vrms to 70.7 Vrms. The following sections describe how to install and wire the SKE-V70. Mounting Follow these steps to install the SKE-V70 module into the main control panel cabinet: 1. - Page 62 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 4. Mount the module into the cabinet as shown in Figure 8-2. SKE-V70 Cabinet Mounting Screws Figure 8-2 Main Control Board Mounting Location 5. Connect wiring as described in Section 8.2. 151267 firealarmresources.com...
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Page 63: Speaker Wiring
SKE-V70 Module Installation Speaker Wiring Each SKE-V70 supplies one NAC (Notification Appliance Circuit) for speaker connection. The speaker circuit can be supervised and wired Class B (Style Y) or Class A (Style Z). The speaker circuit is capable of 50 watts of power 70.7 Vrms (using the SKE-V70 Module). Refer to Table 3-7 for wire lengths. - Page 64 SKE-Series Voice Evacuation System Installation/Operation Manual 8.2.2 Class B (Style Y) Wiring to the SKE-V70 Figure 8-4 illustrates how to wire speakers to the SKE-V70 using Class B (Style Y) supervision. 15 kΩ EOL UL Listed Model 7630 Supervised Power Limited SKE-450 SKE-V70 Figure 8-4 Class B (Style Y) Speaker Configuration...
- Page 65 SKE-V70 Module Installation 8.2.4 Connecting the SKE-V70 to the SKE-ZN4 or -ZN6 If the optional 4 or 6 zone splitter is used in the system connect the wire harnesses as follows: 1. Connect one harness from the main control to the SKE-V70 connector marked “FROM CONTROL”.
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- Page 67 Section 9 Battery Calculation Calculating Current Draw and Standby Battery This section enables you to determine the current draw and standby battery needs for your installation (18 Ampere Hours maximum). Batteries larger than 18 AH will not fit into the main control cabinet, and must be housed in the RBB Accessory Battery Cabinet.
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- Page 69 Silent Knight Fire Product Warranty and Return Policy General Terms and Conditions • All new fire products manufactured by Silent Knight have a limited warranty period of 36 months from the date of manufacture against defects in materials and workmanship. See limited warranty statement for details.
- Page 70 No credit will be issued if the returned board was damaged due to misuse or abuse. • Repairs and returns should be sent to: Silent Knight / Honeywell Attn: Repair Department 12 Clintonville Road Northford, CT 06472 RMA Number:___________________ firealarmresources.com...
- Page 71 Limited Warranty SILENT KNIGHT warrants products manufactured by it to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for thirty-six (36) months from the date of manufacture, under normal use and service. Products are date stamped at time of manufacture. The sole and exclusive obligation of SILENT KNIGHT is to repair or replace, at its option, free of charge for parts and labor, any part that is defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service.
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- Page 73 SKE-450 Operating Instructions These instructions must be framed and displayed next to the panel in accordance with NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code for Local Fire Alarm System. Zone Handheld Switches Microphone Alarm SKE-ZN4 or SKE-ZN6 Active SKE-ZN4 Shown in Mic LED This Figure Manual Override Paging...
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