P80AVB MX Addressable Sounder/VAD Base

There are various programming options on the MX1 panel to have this product as just a loop powered Visual Alarm Device (VAD) or both a VAD and Sounder going off at the same time.  The power and communications for the sounder, VAD and detector are provided by the two-wire MX digital loop. This helps to reduce installation costs as no additional wiring is required. AS7240-23 now provides clarity by standardizing requirements, test methods and performance criteria of Visual Alarm Devices (VADs) and ensures all device parameters are measured in a uniform manner throughout Australia. alarm system. VADs are used to supplement sounders, providing an effective means of alerting and evacuating occupants of the building, as part of its fire safety strategy. The P80AVB and P81AVB are indoor addressable sounder bases with a Visual Alarm Device (VAD) specifically for use with the MX addressable detectors. The P81AVB includes a higher intensity visual indication for more coverage compared to the P80AVB. Each has an address so they can be monitored and controlled from the fire alarm control panel, which is independent of the detector fitted to the base. The power and communications for the sounder, VAD and detector are provided by the two-wire MX digital loop. This helps to reduce installation costs as no additional wiring is required. AS7240-23 now provides clarity by standardizing requirements, test methods and performance criteria of Visual Alarm Devices (VADs) and ensures all device parameters are measured in a uniform manner throughout Australia.