Kidde Commercial

Remote Annunciator Compatible With Evolve-Ml Series, Lcd, No Common Controls, Red, English, Kidde Commercial

SKU KD-K-RLCD-R-2

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The K-RLCD-R-2 is a red-housing remote LCD annunciator without common controls, for jobs where the design calls for a status-only remote display rather than a control point. A large backlit 4x20 character display gives text-level event detail at a remote location, and the red housing marks it clearly as a fire alarm device in the field.

Built for the commercial fire installer

No programming required at the annunciator itself — set the network address with the on-board DIP switches and the unit pulls everything else from the panel. RS-485 wiring supports Class B, Redundant Class B, or Class A, so it drops into whatever riser topology the job already uses. Mounts to a standard 4-inch square electrical box, or into an optional locking steel enclosure for surface-mount installs.

Key features

  • 4x20 character backlit LCD for full-text event and status annunciation
  • Red housing for clear fire alarm device identification
  • Ack/Silence and Lamp Test controls without full common-control functions
  • No programming required — set the network address via DIP switch, the unit inherits information from the panel
  • Class A or Class B RS-485 wiring, 9600 to 115200 baud
  • Standard 4-inch square electrical box mounting, or optional locking steel enclosure

System compatibility

Compatible with EVOLVE-ML, FX64, FX1000, VS1, VS4, and VM panels. UL, ULC, FM listed.

Specifications

SKUKD-K-RLCD-R-2
BrandKidde Commercial
Form factorLCD remote annunciator without common controls, red, English
Compatible panelsEVOLVE-ML, FX64, FX1000, VS1, VS4, VM panels
Operating voltage24 VDC, continuous
Standby / alarm current61 mA standby / 90 mA alarm
RS-485 communicationsClass B/DCLB, Redundant Class B/DCLB, or Class A/DCLA, 9600 to 115200 baud
Data wiring18 to 14 AWG (1.0 to 2.5 mm²) twisted pair, 6 twists/ft. min.; 4,000 ft. (1,219 m) max. run
Display area4 lines of 20 characters each, backlit LCD
Controls enabledAck/Silence, Lamp Test (no Reset, Signal Silence, or Drill)
Dimensions5-5/8 x 8-1/2 x 1-1/2 in. (14.3 x 21.4 x 3.8 cm) (H x W x D)
MountingNorth American 4-inch square electrical box, or listed RA-series enclosure
Operating temp / humidity32 to 120°F (0 to 49°C), 0 to 93% noncondensing at 90°F (32°C)
Agency listingsUL, ULC, FM

Documents and resources

FAQs

What panels is the K-RLCD-R-2 compatible with?
EVOLVE-ML, FX64, FX1000, VS1, VS4, and VM control panels.
Does this model include common controls like Reset or Drill?
No. The K-RLCD-R-2 includes only Ack/Silence and Lamp Test. For full common controls (Reset, Signal Silence, Drill included), use the K-RLCD-CR-2.
Does this annunciator need separate programming?
No. Set the network address and baud rate with the on-board DIP switches; the annunciator receives all other information from the panel automatically.
What wiring does the annunciator use?
RS-485 data riser wiring, Class B, Redundant Class B, or Class A, on 18 to 14 AWG twisted-pair with a maximum run of 4,000 ft.