Description
System Sensor Addressable Sounder
Overview
The System Sensor Addressable Sounder is a high-performance loop-powered audible and visual warning device engineered to provide clear, reliable emergency notification in commercial, industrial, and institutional applications. Manufactured by System Sensor — a trusted brand under Honeywell with decades of fire safety expertise and a global reputation for innovation — this addressable sounder delivers powerful audible alerts with a choice of 32 tones and multiple volume levels, ensuring effective occupant warning in any environment.
Available in multiple configurations including Intelligent Sounder Bases (B200S Series), Low-Frequency Sounder Bases (B200S-LF Series), Wall-Mounted Sounders (WSO Series), Combined Sounder/Strobe Units (WSS, DSS, BRS Series), and Addressable Synchronized Strobes and Sounders (LASS Series), the System Sensor addressable sounder range offers unmatched flexibility to suit any application requirement. Featuring common bases shared with System Sensor detectors, these devices streamline installation, reduce inventory complexity, and integrate seamlessly into analogue addressable fire alarm systems.
Whether you’re equipping a commercial building, an industrial facility, a hospital, a hotel, or a residential complex, System Sensor Addressable Sounders deliver the intelligence, reliability, and performance you need for comprehensive fire protection and life safety.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Loop-Powered Operation | Powered directly from the analogue addressable loop (SLC), eliminating the need for separate power supplies |
| 32 Tone Selection | Wide range of tones to cover multiple markets, selectable on-device or from the control panel |
| Adjustable Volume Control | High, Medium, and Low volume levels adjustable on-device or from the panel to suit specific application requirements |
| Automatic Synchronisation | Sounder (and strobe on combined units) synchronises automatically for coordinated, non-confusing warning |
| Low Current Draw | Energy-efficient design with low current consumption enables more devices per loop |
| Simple Address Setting | Familiar rotary wheel address controls and address tags for clear indication, simplifying system configuration |
| Anti-Tamper Feature | Prevents unauthorised access and ensures system integrity |
| In-Built Isolation Options | Available with integral short circuit isolation (models with ‘-I’ suffix) for enhanced loop reliability |
| Common Base with Detectors | Utilises the B501AP or B501AUS base, common with System Sensor detectors, for installation flexibility and reduced inventory |
| Large Cable Access | Rear and surface cable entry options for easy wiring |
| Loop Continuity Spring | Ensures reliable loop continuity even during maintenance |
| Positive “Poke Yoke” Engagement | Simple twist-fit onto universal base ensures correct installation alignment |
| Choice of Colours | Available in Pure White, Ivory, or Red body colours |
| EN54-3 / EN54-17 / EN54-23 Approved | Meets European standards for sounder devices, short circuit isolators, and visual alarm devices |
Available Models
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| B200S-WH / B200S-IV | Intelligent addressable sounder base; listens to attached sensor head communication; White or Ivory finish; two volume levels (75 or 85 dBA); supports Continuous, ANSI Temporal 3, ANSI Temporal 4, and March Time tones |
| B200S-LF-WH / B200S-LF-IV | Low-frequency sounder base generating a 520 Hz tone; more effective in waking individuals in sleeping areas; meets NFPA 72 requirements for commercial and residential applications |
| DSS-PC-N00 / DSS-PC-I00 | Addressable base sounder with VAD (Visual Alarm Device); EN54-23 approved; pure white body with clear lens and red flash; 32 tones; high, medium, low volume; optional isolator |
| WSO-PR-N00 / WSO-PR-I00 | Wall-mounted addressable sounder; Red body; 32 tone selection; anti-tamper feature; integral isolator option |
| WSS-PC-N00 | Wall-mounted combined sounder and strobe/VAD; clear lens with red flash; EN54-23 approved; automatic synchronisation; 32 tones |
| WSS-PR-I00 | Wall-mounted combined sounder and strobe with integral isolator; White body with red lens |
| BRS-PC-I00 | Intelligent detector base sounder strobe; modular, high-output loop powered device; EN54-23 & EN54-17 approved; pure white body with red flash |
| LASS Series | Addressable Synchronized Strobes and Sounders; loop-powered audible and visual alarm devices that plug into B501AUS base; suitable for wall or ceiling mounting |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | System Sensor (Honeywell) |
| System Type | Analogue Addressable |
| Protocols | FlashScan®, Velociti®, LiteSpeed™, CLIP, Advanced Protocol |
| Supply Voltage | 15 to 32 VDC (Non-Isolation) / 15 to 29 VDC (Isolation) |
| Standby Current | 300 µA max (base only) / 450 µA max (combined units) |
| Alarm Current | 15-35 mA max (depending on volume and model) |
| Sound Output | Up to 96 dB(A) ±3dB @ 1 metre |
| Volume Levels | High, Medium, Low |
| Tone Selection | 32 tones (on-device or from panel) |
| Strobe Flash Rate | 1Hz |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to 70°C |
| Relative Humidity | 93% ± 3% non-condensing |
| Ingress Protection | IP21C (with low profile B501AP base) |
| Mounting | B501AP / B501AUS base (common with detectors) |
| Cable Terminal Size | 1.5 – 2.5 mm² max |
| Body Colours | Pure White, Ivory, Red |
| Certifications | EN54-3, EN54-17, EN54-23, UL 268, UL 464, UL 2075 |
Why Choose System Sensor Addressable Sounder?
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Trusted Global Brand — Manufactured by System Sensor, a Honeywell company with decades of fire safety expertise and global leadership
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EN54-3 / EN54-17 / EN54-23 Approved — Meets stringent European standards for sounder devices, short circuit isolators, and visual alarm devices, ensuring quality and reliability
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UL 268 & UL 464 Compliant — Meets North American standards for smoke detectors and audible signalling devices
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Unmatched Flexibility — Available in base sounders, wall-mounted units, and combined sounder/strobe configurations to suit any application
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32 Tones & 3 Volume Levels — Extensive tone selection and adjustable volume ensure effective warning in any environment
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Installation Efficiency — Common B501AP base with detectors simplifies installation, reduces inventory, and lowers costs
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Enhanced System Reliability — Optional integral loop isolation (models with ‘-I’ suffix) prevents a single wiring fault from disabling the loop
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Easy Configuration — Simple rotary wheel address controls and on-device tone/volume adjustment simplify system setup
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Low Power Consumption — Low current draw enables more devices per loop, maximising system capacity
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Tamper-Proof Design — Anti-tamper feature ensures system integrity and prevents unauthorised access
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Automatic Synchronisation — Coordinated audible (and visual) warning for clear, non-confusing alerts
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Low-Frequency Option — B200S-LF series generates a 520 Hz tone, proven more effective in waking individuals in sleeping areas
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Made to International Standards — Manufactured to stringent global quality and safety standards
Ideal Applications
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Commercial Buildings — Office complexes, shopping malls, retail spaces, and hotels
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Industrial Facilities — Factories, warehouses, manufacturing plants, and data centres
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Healthcare Facilities — Hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes
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Educational Institutions — Schools, colleges, and universities
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Residential Complexes — Apartments, housing societies, and gated communities
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Public Buildings — Auditoriums, theatres, airports, and community centres
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Transportation Hubs — Railway stations, bus terminals, and airports
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Hospitality Sector — Hotels, resorts, and restaurants
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Sleeping Areas — Low-frequency sounders (B200S-LF) for hotels, dormitories, and residential units
Compliance & Standards
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EN54-3 — Certified for fire alarm sounder devices
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EN54-17 — Certified for short circuit isolators
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EN54-23 — Certified for Visual Alarm Devices (VAD)
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UL 268 — Compliant with Underwriters Laboratories standards for smoke detectors
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UL 464 — Compliant with Underwriters Laboratories standards for audible signalling devices
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UL 2075 — Compliant with Underwriters Laboratories standards for gas and vapour detectors
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NFPA 72 — Meets requirements for fire alarm and signalling systems
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RoHS Compliant — Meets Restriction of Hazardous Substances requirements
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WEEE Compliant — Meets Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment requirements
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REACH Compliant — Meets Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals requirements
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