Notifier RM-1SA Remote Microphone Assembly

The Notifier RM-1SA is a commercial remote microphone assembly designed for emergency voice evacuation and mass notification systems. It provides a reliable interface for live paging to selected speaker zones and is intended for remote installations using the Notifier CAB-RM or CAB-RMR cabinet.

The RM-1SA incorporates a supervised microphone with automatic gain control, Power and Trouble status LEDs, and Form C contacts for trouble indication and microphone activation. It is compatible with Notifier Digital Voice Command (DVC) systems, DAA2 Digital Audio Amplifiers, and select legacy voice evacuation installations. This product is intended exclusively for commercial fire alarm installations.

Product Functions

• Provides live emergency voice paging
• Supports selective speaker zone paging
• Interfaces with compatible voice evacuation systems
• Supervises microphone operation
• Provides microphone-in-use Form C contacts
• Provides Form C trouble contacts
• Displays Power and Trouble status LEDs
• Supports remote paging locations
• Integrates with compatible audio control systems

Electrical & System Information

The RM-1SA operates from a compatible voice evacuation control system using 17–26.4 VDC. Current consumption is approximately 20 mA during standby and 66 mA while the microphone is active.

The assembly includes pluggable terminal blocks for power and low-level audio connections, along with Low-Level Audio (LLA) IN and THRU terminals to simplify system wiring and expansion. The microphone output is suitable for NFPA Class B operation.

Features

• Commercial remote microphone assembly
• Supervised microphone circuit
• Automatic gain control
• Live paging capability
• Power On LED
• Trouble LED
• Form C trouble contacts
• Form C microphone activation contacts
• Pluggable terminal blocks
• Low-Level Audio (LLA) IN and THRU connections
• Compact assembly design
• Remote cabinet installation

Mounting & Design

The RM-1SA is specifically designed for installation inside the Notifier CAB-RM or CAB-RMR remote microphone cabinets. Its compact design provides a dedicated remote paging location while protecting the microphone assembly within a secure enclosure.

The assembly is intended for remote applications where emergency paging access is required away from the primary voice evacuation control equipment.

Protection & Applications

Suitable for:

• Emergency Voice Evacuation Systems
• Mass Notification Systems
• Commercial Buildings
• Schools and Universities
• Hospitals
• Government Facilities
• Industrial Facilities
• High-Rise Buildings
• Large Campus Installations

Compatibility

Compatible with:

• Notifier Digital Voice Command (DVC)
• Notifier DAA2 Digital Audio Amplifiers
• Notifier XPIQ Quad Intelligent Audio Transponder
• Notifier AMG-1 Audio Message Generator (Retrofit Applications)
• Notifier CAB-RM Cabinet
• Notifier CAB-RMR Cabinet
• Compatible ACS Series Annunciators

Always verify compatibility with the installed Notifier fire alarm control panel, voice evacuation equipment, cabinet, firmware version, and project requirements before installation.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Notifier

Parent Company: Honeywell

Model: RM-1SA

Product Type: Remote Microphone Assembly

Application: Emergency Voice Evacuation and Mass Notification

Operating Voltage: 17–26.4 VDC

Standby Current: 20 mA

Active Current: 66 mA

Microphone Supervision: Yes

Automatic Gain Control: Yes

Power Indicator: Green Power LED

Trouble Indicator: Yellow Trouble LED

Relay Outputs: Form C Trouble Contacts and Form C Microphone-In-Use Contacts

Audio Connections: Low-Level Audio (LLA) IN and THRU

Terminal Type: Pluggable Terminal Blocks

Mounting: CAB-RM or CAB-RMR Cabinet

Application: Indoor Commercial Fire Alarm Systems

Listings: UL Listed, ULC Listed, FM Approved, CSFM Listed, MEA Approved, and FDNY Approved when installed as part of a compatible Notifier voice evacuation system. Verify product labeling and project requirements before installation.

Applications

The Notifier RM-1SA is designed for commercial emergency voice evacuation and mass notification systems requiring remote live paging capability. Typical applications include hospitals, schools, universities, office buildings, high-rise facilities, industrial plants, government buildings, airports, and other commercial occupancies utilizing compatible Notifier voice evacuation systems.

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