Life Safety Systems
Intelligent Initiating Devices
Overview Fast Stable Communication - On-board intelligence means less
information needs to be sent between the detector and the loop
The Signature Series Model SIGA-PS Intelligent Photoelectric Smoke controller. Other than regular supervisory polling response, the
Detector gathers analog information from its smoke sensing ele- detector only needs to communicate with the loop controller when
ment and converts it into digital signals. The detector’s on-board it has something new to report.
microprocessor measures and analyzes these signals. It compares
the information to historical readings and time patterns to make
an alarm decision. Digital filters remove signal patterns that are not
typical of fires. Unwanted alarms are virtually eliminated. Standard Features
The microprocessor in each detector provides four additional benefits • Integral microprocessor
- Self-diagnostics and History Log, Automatic Device Mapping, • Non-volatile memory
Stand-alone Operation and Fast, Stable Communication.
• Automatic mapping device
Self-diagnostics and History Log - Each Signature Series detec-
tor constantly runs self-checks to provide important maintenance • Electronic addressing
information. The results of the self-check are automatically updated • Environmental compensation
and permanently stored in the detector’s non-volatile memory
• Intelligent detector
Automatic Device Mapping - The loop controller learns where each
• Wide 0.67% to 3.77%/ft. sensitivity range
device’s serial number address is installed relative to other devices
on the circuit. The mapping feature provides supervision of each • Twenty pre-alarm sensitivity values, set in 5% increments
device’s installed location to prevent a detector from being rein-
• Identification of dirty or defective detectors
stalled (after cleaning etc.) in a different location from where it was
originally. • Automatic day/night sensitivity adjustment
Stand-alone Operation - A decentralized alarm decision by the • Twin RED/GREEN status LEDs
detector is guaranteed. On-board intelligence permits the detector • Standard, relay, fault isolator, and audible mounting bases
to operate in stand-alone mode. If loop controller CPU communica-
tions fail for more than four seconds, all devices on that circuit go • Designed and manufactured to ISO 9001 standards
into stand-alone mode. The circuit acts like a conventional alarm
receiving circuit.
Intelligent
Photoelectric
Smoke Detector
SIGA-PS
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CHINA
Application Notes
Available
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Installation Accessories
Signature Series detectors mount to North American 1-gang boxes, All detector mounting bases have wiring terminals that are acces-
3-1/2 inch or 4 inch octagon boxes, and to 4 inch square electrical sible from the “room-side” after mounting the base to the electrical
boxes 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) deep. They mount to European BESA box. The bases mount to North American 1-gang boxes and to 3½
and 1-gang boxes with 60.3 mm fixing centers. inch or 4 inch octagon boxes, 1½ inches (38 mm) deep. They also
mount to European BESA and 1-gang boxes with 60.3 mm fixing
centers. The SIGA-SB4, SIGA-RB4, and SIGA-IB4 mount to North
American 4 inch sq. electrical boxes in addition to the above boxes.
They include the SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt which is used to cover the
“mounting ears” on the base. The SIGA-AB4G mounts to a 4” sqare
box only.
SIGA-AB4G SIGA-SB SIGA-IB SIGA-RB SIGA-LED
Audible Base Standard Base Isolator Base Relay Base Remote LED
Standard Base SIGA-SB, SIGA-SB4 - This is the basic mounting
base for GE Security Signature Series detectors. The SIGA-LED
Remote LED is supported by the Standard Base.
Relay Base SIGA-RB, SIGA-RB4 - This base includes a relay. Nor-
mally open or closed operation is selected during installation. The
dry contact is rated for 1 amp (pilot duty) @ 30 Vdc. The relay’s position
is supervised to avoid accidentally jarring it out of position. The SIGA-
RB can be operated as a control relay if programmed to do so at
the control panel (EST3 V.2 only). The relay base does not support
the SIGA-LED Remote LED.
Testing & Maintenance
Audible Base SIGA-AB4G - This base is designed for use where
Each detector automatically identifies when it is dirty or defective
localized or group alarm signaling is required. When the detector
and causes a “dirty detector” message. The detector’s sensitiv-
senses an alarm condition, the audible base emits a local alarm
ity measurement can also be transmitted to the loop controller. A signal. The optional SIGA-CRR Polarity Reversal Relay can be used for
sensitivity report can be printed to satisfy NFPA sensitivity measure- sounding to other audible bases on the same 24 Vdc circuit.
ments which must be conducted at the end of the first year and
every two years thereafter. Relay and Audible Bases operate as follows:
- at system power-up or reset, the relay is de-energized
The user-friendly maintenance program shows the current state
- when a detector is installed in the base with the power
of each detector and other pertinent messages. Single detectors
on, the relay energizes for four seconds, then de-energizes
may be turned off temporarily from the control panel. Availability of
maintenance features is dependent on the fire alarm system used. - when a detector is removed from a base with the power on,
Scheduled maintenance (Regular or Selected) for proper detector the relay is de-energized
operation should be planned to meet the requirements of the Au- - when the detector enters the alarm state, the relay is energized.
thority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Refer to current NFPA 72 and ULC Isolator Base SIGA-IB, SIGA-IB4 - This base includes a built-in line
CAN/ULC 536 standards. fault isolator for use on Class A circuits. A detector must be installed
for it to operate. The isolator base does not support the SIGA-LED
Remote LED.
Compatibility The isolator operates as follows:
The SIGA-PS detectors are compatible only with the Signature Loop - a short on the line causes all isolators to open within 23 msec
Controller. - at 10 msec intervals, beginning on one side of the Class A
circuit nearest the loop controller, the isolators close to
provide the next isolator down the line with power
- when the isolator next to the short closes, reopens within 10 msec.
Warnings & Cautions
The process repeats beginning on the other side of the loop con-
This detector will not operate without electrical power. As fires fre-
troller.
quently cause power interruption, we suggest you discuss further
safeguards with your fire protection specialist. Remote LED SIGA-LED - The remote LED connects to the SIGA-SB
or SIGA-SB4 Standard Base only. It features a North American size
This detector will NOT sense fires that start in areas where smoke 1-gang plastic faceplate with a white finish and red alarm LED.
cannot reach the detector. Smoke from fires in walls, roofs, or on the
SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt - Supplied with 4 inch bases, it can also be
opposite side of closed doors may not reach the detector to alarm it.
ordered separately to use with the other bases to help hide surface
imperfections not covered by the smaller bases.
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Application
Although photoelectric detectors have a wide range of fire sensing capabilities they are best suited for detecting slow, smoldering fires. The
table below shows six standard test fires used to rate the sensitivity of smoke and heat detectors. The table indicates that no single sensing
element is suited for all test fires.
GE Security recommends that this detector be installed according to latest recognized edition of national and local fire alarm codes.
SIGA-HRS and SIGA-
HFS Rate-of-Rise/ SIGA-PHS SIGA-IPHS
Test Fire SIGA-IS Ion SIGA-PS Photo Fixed Temp. Photo Heat 3D Ion/Photo/Heat 4D
Open Wood optimum unsuitable optimum very suitable optimum
Wood Pyrolysis suitable optimum unsuitable optimum optimum
Smouldering Cotton very suitable optimum unsuitable optimum optimum
Poly Urethane Foam very suitable very suitable suitable very suitable optimum
n-Heptane optimum very suitable very suitable optimum optimum
Liquid Fire without Smoke unsuitable unsuitable optimum very suitable very suitable
Typical Wiring
The detector mounting bases accept #18 AWG (0.75mm2), #16 (1.0mm2), #14 AWG (1.5mm2), and #12 AWG (2.5mm²) wire sizes.
Note: Sizes #16 AWG (1.0mm2) and #18 AWG (0.75mm2) are preferred for ease of installation. See Signature Loop Controller catalog sheet for
detailed wiring requirement specifications.
Standard Detector Base, SIGA-SB, SIGA-SB4 Relay Detector Base, SIGA-RB, SIGA-RB4
Term Description Term Description
1 Not Used 1 Normally Open
2 DATA IN/OUT (+) 2 DATA IN/OUT (+)
3 Not Used 3 Common
4 DATA IN (-) 4 DATA IN (-)
5 Remote LED (-) 5 Not Used
6 Remote LED (+) 6 Normally-Closed
7 Not Used 7 DATA OUT (-)
8 DATA OUT (-)
CONTACT RATING
1.0 Amp @ 30 VDC
(Pilot Duty)
Isolator Detector Base, SIGA-IB, SIGA-IB4 Audible Detector Base, SIGA-AB4G
Term Description
1 Not Used Volume setting Tone setting
2 DATA IN/OUT (+) Default = High volume Default = Temporal pattern
3 DATA IN (-) Cut for low volume Cut for steady tone
4 Not Used
5 Not Used SIG+ SIG-
DATA- DATA- DATA+
OUT IN IN/OUT
6 DATA OUT (-)
7 Not Used To configure output volume
or tone, cut the circuit board
as shown.
24 Vdc in - -
24 Vdc out
From power supply or + + To next base or EOL relay
previous base
-
Data in
- Data out
From Signature controller or
+ To next Signature device
previous device +
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U.S.
T 888-378-2329
Specifications
F 866-503-3996
Sensing Element Photoelectric - Light Scattering Principle
Canada Storage & Operating Air Velocity Range: 0 to 5,000 ft/min (0 to 25.39 m/s); Humidity: 0 to 93%
T 519 376 2430 Environment RH, Non-Condensing Operating Temp: 32ºF to 120ºF (0ºC to 49ºC); Stor-
F 519 376 7258 age Temp: -4ºF to 140ºF (-20ºCto 60ºC)
Sensitivity Range ULI/ULC - 0.67% to 3.77% obscuration/foot
Asia
T 852 2907 8108 User Selected Alarm Most Sensitive: 1.0%/ft.; More Sensitive: 2.0%/ft.; Normal: 2.5%/ft.; Less
F 852 2142 5063 Sensitivity Settings Sensitive: 3.0%/ft.; Least Sensitive: 3.5%/ft.
Pre-alarm Sensitivity 5% increments, allowing up to 20 pre-alarm settings
Australia
T 61 3 9259 4700 Operating Voltage 15.2 to 19.95 Vdc (19 Vdc nominal)
F 61 3 9259 4799 Operating Current Quiescent: 45µA @ 19 V; Alarm: 45µA @ 19 V Emergency Stand-alone
Alarm Mode: 18mA Pulse Current: 100 µA (100 msec); During Communi-
Europe cation: 9 mA max.
T 32 2 725 11 20
Construction & Finish High Impact Engineering Polymer - White
F 32 2 721 86 13
Compatible Mounting SIGA-SB Standard Base, SIGA-RB Relay Base, SIGA-IB Isolator Base, SIGA-
Latin America Bases AB4, SIGA-AB4G Audible Bases
T 305 593 4301 LED Operation On-board Green LED - Flashes when polled; On-board Red LED - Flashes
F 305 593 4300
when in alarm Both LEDs - Glow steady when in alarm (stand-alone)
www.gesecurity.com Compatible Remote Red LED (model SIGA-LED) Flashes when in alarm
Compatibility Use With: SIGNATURE Loop Controller
© 2006 General Electric Company Address Requirements Uses one Device Address
All Rights Reserved
Agency Listings UL, ULC, MEA, CSFM
UL Listed Spacing 30 ft
Signature Series is a Trademark
of GE Security.
Ordering Information
Catalog Description Ship Wt.
Number lbs (kg)
SIGA-PS Intelligent Photoelectric Detector - UL/ULC Listed 0.5 (.23)
Accessories
SIGA-SB Detector Mounting Base - Standard
SIGA-SB4 4-inch Detector Mounting Base c/w SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt
SIGA-RB Detector Mounting Base w/Relay
SIGA-RB4 4-inch Detector Mounting Base w/Relay, c/w SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt 0.2 (.09)
SIGA-IB Detector Mounting Base w/Fault Isolator
SIGA-IB4 4-inch Detector Mounting Base w/ Fault Isolator, c/w SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt
SIGA-LED Remote Alarm LED
SIGA-AB4G Audible (Sounder) Base .3 (0.15)
SIGA-TS4 Trim Skirt (supplied with 4-inch bases) .1 (.04)
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