The Potter RA-6500 remote annunciator extends fire alarm panel indication to a remote location. Specifically, it is a 160-character LCD annunciator built for the Potter PFC-6000 Series addressable panels. Furthermore, the red surface-mount enclosure suits high-visibility installations in lobbies, corridors, and security stations.
How the Potter RA-6500 remote annunciator communicates
The unit connects to the PFC-6000 host panel over an RS-485 two-wire data link. As a result, a single annunciator bus can mirror status across a large building. In addition, up to thirty-one RA-6500 annunciators can share the bus in Class B wiring. Also, Class A wiring is supported when the optional Class A Expander is added at the panel. Therefore, system designers can choose the survivability level appropriate for the site. The maximum wire length on the annunciator bus is 6,500 feet.
Display, indicators, and addressing
The 4-line by 40-character backlit LCD shows panel events in plain language. In addition, dedicated LEDs report Power, Alarm, Supervisory, Trouble, and Silenced conditions. Local control keys handle Acknowledge, Silence, and Reset functions. Furthermore, each unit’s address is set on DIP switch S1 on the back of the module. Valid addresses run from 1 through 31.
Mounting and power
The RA-6500 mounts on a single-gang electrical box or a four-square box. Standby current is 20 mA at 24 VDC. Alarm current is 25 mA at 24 VDC. The operating temperature range is 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C). Also, the humidity rating is 10% to 93% non-condensing at 86°F. Overall dimensions are 10″ W × 7-7/8″ H × 1-5/8″ D.
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Additional information
| Weight | 5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.25 × 10.5 × 5.5 in |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturers | Potter |
| Part Type | Replacement Part |
