DN-6872 • J-114B
December 19, 2002
Gentex Commander² GE Series
Low-Frequency Evacuation Signals
GEC, GEH, GES Models
Section: Audio/Visual Devices
GENERAL
The Gentex Commander² GE Series features low-profile
strobes, horns or horn/strobe combinations that offer de-
pendable audible and audible/visual alarms and the low-
est current available.
California
State Fire
Marshal
7135-0569:122
(GEC, GEH models)
7125-0569:123
Commander² GE Series horns allow selection of high or
low dBA, of synchronizable chime or whoop tones, as well
as selection of a 2400 Hz (remote signaling) or a low-fre-
quency broadband 1500-3000 Hz mechanical sounding
(evacuation) tone where doors must be considered.
(GES models)
S3406
(GEC, GEH models)
S5405 (GES models)
MEA
285-91-E Vol. XV
Commander² GE Series models are easily field-change-
able from temporal 3 to continuous tone by simply remov-
ing a jumper. GEC models are shipped from the factory on
the temporal lower-frequency mode and come standard with
a rugged cast-metal mounting plate.
City of
Chicago
ADA
Approved
The Commander² GE Series appliances have a minimal
operation current and a minimum flash rate of 1 Hz regard-
less of input voltage. The Super Slide™ feature tests su-
pervision. A locking mechanism is included, which secures
the product to the bracket without screws showing.
Commander² GE Series appliances are UL-
Listed for use with fire protective systems
per UL 464, UL 1971, and UL 1638. The
appliances are warranted for three years
from the date of purchase.
FEATURES
• Installers can prewire the entire system,
then install the signaling devices.
• Super Slide™ feature for easier supervi-
sion testing. When mounting Super
Slide™, die-cast metal mounting plate
mounts to single-gang boxes, double-
gang boxes, 4" (101.6 mm) square boxes,
or Gentex GSB box.
• Lower installation and operating costs.
• Input terminals utilize 12 AWG (3.25 mm²) to 18 AWG
(0.75 mm²).
• True evacuation tone. Switch selection for:
• Synchronize strobe and/or horn with Gentex AVS44 con-
trol module.
–
–
–
High or low dBA.
High or low frequency (1500 to 3000 Hz).
Temporal 3 signaling, chime or whoop tones.
• Widest range of candela available. 15/75, 75 and 110
candela strobes meets or exceeds ADA 4.28.3 require-
ments.
• Tamperproof reentrant grille.
• Wide voltage range of 16 – 33 VDC or FWR.
• Rugged die-cast metal mounting bracket. Surface-mount
with Gentex GSB box.
• Dimensions: 5" (127 mm) high x 4.5" (114.3 mm) wide x
2.5" (63.5 mm) deep.
• Separate horn and strobe functions. Horn can be silenced
while strobes remain flashing.
• Models available in red or off-white.
Super Slide™ is a trademark of Gentex Corporation.
NOTIFIER® is a
company.
This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes. We try to keep our
product information up-to-date and accurate. We cannot cover all specific applications or
anticipate all requirements. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
For more information, contact NOTIFIER. Phone: (203) 484-7161 FAX: (203) 484-7118
12 Clintonville Road, Northford, Connecticut 06472
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GEC Models
Conventional
Wiring
GEH/GES Models
Conventional
Wiring
GE Series Wiring with AVS44 Sync Module
6872horn.tbl
Horn Ratings over Input Voltage Range of 16 – 33 V
dBA @ 10' (3.048 m) dBA @ 10' (3.048 m)
DC (mA)
FWR (mA)
per UL 464
per UL 464
Horn Mode
HIGH dB
LOW dB
16 V 24 V 33 V 16 V 24 V 33 V 16 V 24 V 33 V 16 V 24 V 33 V
Temporal 3 2400 Hz
Temporal 3 Mechanical
Temporal 3 Chime
Continuous 2400 Hz
Continuous Mechanical
Continuous Chime
Whoop
78
76
70*
81
80
70*
82
83
81
71*
86
84
71*
83
84
82
71*
87
85
73*
83
71*
70*
66*
74*
72*
66*
69*
75
77
13
11
9
19
16
12
21
18
12
51
24
22
15
28
25
15
56
27
23
19
21
27
19
51
37
33
24
42
37
24
58
43
40
29
48
44
30
62
73*
68*
78
76
70*
80
14
13
10
43
76
78
68*
72*
70*
75
TABLE NOTES: 1) *Operating the horn in this mode at this voltage will not meet the minimum UL reverberant sound level
required for public mode fire protective service. These settings are acceptable only for private mode fire alarm use. Use the high
dBA setting for public mode application (not applicable when using the chime tone — the chime tone is always private mode).
2) The sound output for the temporal 3 tone is rated lower, as the time the horn is off is averaged into the sound output rating.
While the horn is producing a tone in the temporal 3 mode, its sound pressure is the same as when in continuous mode.
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