The Kidde Genesis High Fidelity Ceiling Speaker-Strobe delivers 520 Hz low-frequency audio and multi-candela visual notification from a single, low-profile ceiling-mount device. Built for sleeping accommodation areas where NFPA 72 requires 520 Hz signaling, it replaces separate speaker and strobe runs with one device and one set of wiring.
Built for the commercial fire installer
The Genesis GC series mounts flush to standard 4-inch electrical boxes and draws from a 70 VRMS audio circuit with selectable 1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt taps. Strobe output is field-selectable at 95, 115, 150, or 177 cd via a rotary switch on the back of the unit - no need to stock multiple SKUs for different candela requirements. UL and ULC listed. Synchronizes with other Genesis devices on the same NAC circuit for code-compliant uniform flash.
Key features
- 520 Hz high fidelity tone: meets NFPA 72 low-frequency requirements for sleeping areas without a separate speaker
- Multi-candela selectable strobe: 95, 115, 150, or 177 cd via rear rotary switch - one SKU covers multiple AHJ requirements
- 70 VRMS speaker: selectable 1/4, 1/2, 1, or 2 watt operation fits existing audio riser designs
- Low current draw: more devices per NAC circuit, fewer power supplies on the job
- Genesis synchronization: uniform flash across all Genesis strobes on the same circuit, no external sync module required
- UL and ULC listed: approved for commercial fire alarm applications in the US and Canada
System requirements
Requires a regulated 24 VDC (FWR) NAC circuit for strobe power and a 70 VRMS audio riser for speaker operation. Compatible with Kidde fire alarm control panels and listed third-party FACPs with supervised NAC outputs. Mounts to standard 4-inch square electrical boxes.
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