Aritech AS2363 Addressable Loop-Powered Sounder (Shallow Base, Red)

1. Product Name: Aritech AS2363 Addressable Loop-Powered Sounder (Shallow Base, Red)

2. Description:

What Is the Aritech AS2363 Addressable Sounder?

Aritech AS2363 is an addressable room sounder with a red housing and shallow base, designed for systems using the 2000 series addressable fire protocol. As it is loop-powered, it does not require an external power supply. Its multiple tone options and CPR approval make it suitable for different local regulations.

Operating Principle

The sounder receives both power and commands via the two-wire 2000 series loop and produces the selected tone in response to an alarm command from the panel. One of 32 tone settings can be selected during installation; up to 3 predefined tones are supported for staged evacuation. Panel-controlled automatic phased start-up synchronisation ensures that sounders in the same area operate in unison. High/low volume settings allow fine adjustment of approximately 8 dB during installation.

Role in Fire Detection Systems

Audible warning devices are the final link in ensuring that building occupants can evacuate promptly when a fire is detected. Despite its low current consumption, the AS2363 delivers high sound output, allowing more sounders to be used on the loop and helping to reduce backup battery requirements. Its addressable design allows each sounder to be controlled individually from the panel, making it easy to configure local or staged evacuation scenarios.

Why Choose It?

• Loop-powered: No additional power supply or separate sounder circuit is required.
• High efficiency: Delivers high sound output with low current consumption, helping to reduce system costs.
• Multiple tones: Offers 32 tone options and support for 3 staged evacuation.
• Automatic synchronisation: Sounders in the same area operate in unison to provide a clear warning.
• Approved product: Compliant with EN54-3, CPR-certified and VdS-approved.

Installation and Commissioning

Wiring is connected to the base before the sounder is fitted; the sounder is then attached to the base and locked in place. If required, terminal 5 in the shallow base can be used for a cable screen or functional earth connection. The address is set using DIP switches, and the tone and high/low volume settings are selected during installation. The sounder can be mounted on the ceiling or wall and is compatible with cables with a cross-section of 0,28–2,5 mm². The product is for indoor use.

Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: 2000 series systems
• Addressing method: DIP switch
• Address range: 1 – 128
• System support: Addressable systems
• Power supply type: Loop-powered
• Power consumption: 120 mW
• Start-up current pulse: <1,2 mA @ 24 VDC
• Operating voltage: 17–28 VDC
• Communication voltage: 5 – 9 V
• Current consumption: 310 µA (standby @ 24 VDC) / 5,1 mA (active @ 24 VDC)
• Cable cross-section: 0,28–2,5 mm²
• Sound output level: < 97 dBA (±3 dB(A)), at a distance of 1 m, at 90° (depending on tone and voltage)
• Sound level adjustment: 8 dB (typical)
• Frequency: 400–2850 Hz (depending on tone)
• Selectable tones: 32 (EN 54-3 certification applies to tones numbered 1, 2, 3, 6, 7 and 13)
• Synchronisation: Supported
• Number of stages: 3
• Dimensions: 100 x 81 mm (Ø x H)
• Net weight: 215 g
• Colour: Red
• Mounting: Ceiling and wall mounting, shallow base
• Material: High-impact polycarbonate
• Operating / storage temperature: −10 to +55 °C
• Relative humidity: 5%–95% (non-condensing)
• Environment / protection rating: Indoor, IP21C
• Compliance: CE, REACH, RoHS 2, WEEE
• Certification / Standard: EN 54-3 Type A, CPR 2831-CPR-F4192

Applications

• Office floors and meeting areas
• Hotel rooms and corridors
• Schools and classrooms
• Hospital wards
• Shopping centres and shops
• High-rise buildings with phased evacuation

Compatible Products

AS2363 works with addressable panels such as the 2X-A series, which uses the Aritech 2000 series protocol. According to the manufacturer, compatible products in the same family include the white-bodied AS2363W, deep-base AS2364 and AS2364W sounders, the AS36RIM beacon frame marked “Fire”, and the DB2368IAS-W sounder base with isolator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AS2363 require a separate power supply? No. The sounder is powered from the 2000 series loop; no additional power supply cable is required.

How are the tone and sound level adjusted? During installation, one of the 32 tone options is selected, and the high/low sound setting allows adjustment by approximately 8 dB.

Can multiple sounders operate in synchronisation? Yes. Panel-controlled automatic phase synchronisation is supported.

At Narstek, we provide project support for sounder planning, loop load calculations and commissioning of Aritech 2000 series systems. Contact us for a quote for the AS2363 addressable sounder.