The D12LS-VM adds 12 groups of visual status indication and manual switch control to a Kidde VM Series fire alarm panel. Each group features a four-color LED and a yellow LED for zone-level monitoring, with dedicated switches for on-panel control - no trip to a laptop or remote terminal required.
Built for the commercial fire installer
This front panel annunciator and switch display mounts directly in the VM panel chassis, keeping zone status and manual overrides at the panel face where the AHJ expects them during inspections. Up to three D12LS-VM modules install per VM panel, supporting up to 36 monitored groups on a single chassis.
Key features
- 12 annunciator groups per module: each with a four-color LED and a yellow LED for clear zone status at a glance
- 12 dedicated switches for manual zone control directly at the panel face
- Up to 3 modules per VM panel - scale monitoring to 36 groups on a single chassis
- Front panel mount: installs in the VM panel cabinet for immediate visibility during inspections and service calls
System requirements
Requires a Kidde VM Series fire alarm panel. Mounts in the panel's front panel option card slots.
Brand:
Kidde
Form factor:
Front panel annunciator/switch display module
Compatibility:
Kidde VM Series fire alarm panels
Groups:
12 groups per module
LED indicators:
1 four-color LED + 1 yellow LED per group
Switches:
12 (1 per group)
Max per panel:
Up to 3 modules per VM panel
Mounting:
Front panel option card slot
How many D12LS-VM modules fit in a VM panel?
Up to 3 modules per VM panel chassis, supporting up to 36 monitored groups total.
What do the LED indicators show?
Each of the 12 groups has a four-color LED and a yellow LED for zone-level status indication at the panel face. The four-color LED provides multi-state visual feedback for the assigned zone.
Does this module include zone control switches?
Yes. 12 switches (one per group) allow manual zone control directly at the panel without needing a remote terminal or laptop.
What is the difference between the D12LS-VM and the D16L-FA?
The D12LS-VM is a 12-group annunciator with switches designed for VM Series panels. The D16L-FA is a 16-group LED-only annunciator (no switches) designed for FX-1000 panels. Choose the model that matches your panel family.
