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Fixed Candela Evacuation Signals
24 VDC, Commander2 Horn, Strobe and Horn/Strobe
24 units per carton, 28 pounds per carton
Assembled in the USA
Applications
The Commander2 Series is a low profile strobe, horn and horn/strobe combination
that offers dependable audible and audible/visual alarms and the absolute lowest
current available.
The GE Series is available in fixed candela options of 15/75 and 177. The Commander2
Series horn offers a continuous or synchable temporal 3 in 2400Hz and mechanical
and, chime as well as a whoop tone. All tones are easy for the professional to change
in the field by using switches.
The Commander2 Series is shipped with the standard 4" mounting plate which
incorporates the popular Super-Slide® feature that allows the installer to easily test
for supervision. The product also features a locking mechanism which secures the
product to the bracket without any screws showing. The Commander2 Series also
features the patented Checkmate® Instant Voltage Verification feature which allows
the installer to check the voltage drop draw and match it to the blueprint.
The GE Series appliances are ANSI/UL 464, ANSI/UL 1971, ANSI/UL 1638,
CAN/ULC S525 (24 VDC only) and/or CAN/ULC S526 (24 VDC only), listed for use with
fire protective systems and are warranted for three years from date of purchase.
Standard Features
• Nominal voltage 24 VDC for horn, strobe and horn/strobe
• Nominal voltage 12 VDC for horn
• Fixed candela models of 15/75 and 177
• Unit Dimensions: 5” (12.7 cm) high x 4.5” (11.43 cm) wide x 2.5” (6.35 cm) deep
• Super-Slide® Bracket, Ease of Supervision Testing
• Checkmate® Instant Voltage Verification
• Prewire entire system, install mounting bracket, then install signals
• Documented lower installation and operating costs
• Input terminals 12 to 18 AWG
• Switch selection for high or low dBA
• Switch for 2400 Hz, mechanical, chime and tones
• Switch for continuous or temporal 3 (not available on whoop tone)
• Synchronize strobe and/or horn with Gentex AVSM Control Module
• Silence audible while visual appliance will remain flashing
• Tamperproof re-entrant style grill and locking screw (optional use)
• Surface mount with the GSB (Gentex Surface Mount Box)
• Faceplate available in red or off-white
• Wall mount
Product Listings
• ANSI/UL 464, ANSI/UL 1971 and/or
ANSI/UL 1638 Listed
• CAN/ULC S525 and/or CAN/ULC S526 Listed
(24 VDC only)
• CSFM: 7135-0569:122 (GEH-24 & GEC-24)
7125-0569:123 (GES-24)
7135-0569:130 (GEH-12)
• MEA: 285-91-E-XV
Patents
• 7,375,617 May 20, 2008
Product Compliance
• NFPA 72
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• IBC/IFC/IRC
• City & State Ordinances/Laws/Regulations
• Quality Management System is certified to:
ISO 9001:2008
GEC / GES / GEH - Selectable Candela Evacuation Signals
GE 24 Strobe Current Ratings (mA)
Candela UL Max
15/75 cd 67 mA
177 cd 213 mA
R = Red Faceplate, W = White Faceplate
All units are available in plain (no lettering) Plain units are not returnable
ALERT and AGENT bezels available for order
* Operating the horn in this mode at this voltage will result in not meeting the minimum ANSI/UL 464 reverberant
sound level required for public mode fire protection service. These settings are acceptable only for private mode fire
alarm use. Use the high dBA setting for public mode application (not applicable when using the chime tone. The
chime tone is always private mode).
GE 12 VDC / 24 VDC Horn Decibel (dBA) and Current Ratings (mA)
12 VDC (8-17.5 Volts)24 VDC (16-33 Volts)
Horn Decibel
Levels (dBA)
Horn Current
Ratings (mA
Horn Decibel
Levels (dBA)
Horn Current
Ratings (mA)
Horn Mode
Minimum
SPL at 10ft.,
per
ANSI/UL 464
(HIGH)
Minimum
SPL at 10ft.,
per
ANSI/UL 464
(LOW)
UL MAX
Regulated
12 VDC
Operating
Current
(HIGH)
Minimum
SPL at 10ft.,
per
ANSI/UL 464
(HIGH)
Minimum
SPL at 10ft.,
per
ANSI/UL 464
(LOW)
UL MAX
Regulated
24 VDC
Operating
Current
(HIGH)
Temporal 3 2400 Hz 76 dBA 69 dBA*29 mA 78 dBA 71 dBA*28 mA
Temporal 3 Mechanical 75 dBA 68 dBA*26 mA 76 dBA 70 dBA*25 mA
Temporal 3 Chime 62 dBA*60 dBA*13 mA 70 dBA*66 dBA*15 mA
Continuous 2400 Hz 79 dBA 74 dBA*29 mA 81 dBA 74 dBA*28 mA
Continuous Mechanical 78 dBA 72 dBA*26 mA 80 dBA 72 dBA*25 mA
Continuous Chime 63 dBA*61 dBA*13 mA 70 dBA*66 dBA*15 mA
Whoop 78 dBA 71 dBA*55 MA 82 dBA 69 dBA*56 mA
GEH 12 VDC or GEH 24 VDC Low Profile Evacuation Horn
Model Part Number Voltage (VDC)
Reverberant
dBA at 10ft.
Anechoic Room
dBA at 10ft.
GEH12-R 904-1239-002 12 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
GEH12-W 904-1241-002 12 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
GEH24-R 904-1205-002 24 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
GEH24-W 904-1207-002 24 70-82 dBA 100 dBA
GES 24 VDC Low Profile Evacuation Strobe
Model Part Number Voltage (VDC)Strobe Candela
GES24-177WR 904-1183-002 24 177
GES24-177WW 904-1203-002 24 177
GES24-15/75WR 904-1167-002 24 15 (ANSI/UL 1971) /
75 (ANSI/UL 1638)
GES24-15/75WW 904-1187-002 24 15 (ANSI/UL 1971) /
75 (ANSI/UL 1638)
GEC 24 VDC Fixed Candela, Low Profile Evacuation Horn/Strobe
Model Part Number Voltage (VDC)Strobe Candela
Reverberant
dBA at 10ft.
Anechoic Room
dBA at 10ft.
GEC24-177WR 904-1143-002 24 177 70-82 100
GEC24-177WW 904-1163-002 24 177 70-82 100
GEC24-15/75WR 904-1127-002 24 15 (ANSI/UL 1971) /
75 (ANSI/UL1638)70-82 100
GEC24-15/75WW 904-1147-002 24 15 (ANSI/UL 1971) /
75 (ANSI/UL 1638)70-82 100
Notes
• Operating temperature: 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)
• The GE Series is not listed for outdoor use
• For nominal and peak current across ANSI/UL regulated voltage
range for filtered DC power and unfiltered (FWR [Full Wave
Rectified]) power, see installation manual. 12 VDC models are DC
only.
• The sound output for the temporal 3 tone is rated lower since
the time the horn is off is averaged into the sound output rating.
While the horn is producing a tone in the temporal 3 mode, its
sound pressure is the same as the continuous mode.
• This appliance is not recommended for use on coded or pulsing
signaling circuits
4.5”
11.4 cm
2.5”
6.35 cm
Gentex Super-Slide® Mounting Bracket
Allows the installer to prewire the system, test for system
supervision, remove the signal head until occupancy, switch out
Gentex signals without changing mounting brackets and has
locking edge connector for snap-in-place installation.
Gentex Checkmate® Instant Voltage
Verification
It is often necessary to confirm the voltage drop along a line of
devices. The access holes are provided in the back of the terminal
block to allow the voltage to be measured directly without
removing the device. Typically this would be done at the end of the
line to confirm design criteria. Most measurements will be taken
using the S+ and S- locations although access is provided to other
locations. Notice: Care should be taken to not short the test probes.
5.0”
12.7 cm
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Architect & Engineering Specifications
The audible and/or visible signal shall be Gentex GES, GEC, GEH Series or approved equal and shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories
(ANSI/UL) for use with fire protective signaling systems (ANSI/UL 1971, ANSI/UL 1638 and/or ANSI/UL 464) and with CAN/ULC S526 (24 VDC)
and CAN/ULC S525 (24 VDC) with intended use in fire alarm systems. The notification appliance (GEC and GEH) shall produce a peak sound
output of 100 dBA or greater at 12 VDC or 24 VDC as measured in an anechoic chamber and shall also have the capability to silence the
audible signal while leaving the visible signal energized with the use of a single pair of power wires. Additionally, the user shall be able to
select either continuous or temporal tone output with the temporal signal having the ability to be synchronized. The audible/visible and
visible signaling appliance shall also maintain a minimum flash rate of 1 Hz or up to 2 Hz regardless of power input voltage. The strobe
appliance shall have an operating current of 67 mA or less at 24 VDC for the 15/75 Cd for the strobe circuit. The appliance shall be polarized
to allow for electrical supervision of the system wiring. The unit shall be provided with a mounting bracket with terminals with barriers for
input/output wiring and be able to mount to a single gang or double gang box or double workbox without the use of an adapter plate. The
GEC and GES Series shall be mounted on the wall. The GEH Series shall be universal mount. The unit shall have an input voltage range of
16-33 volts with either direct current or full wave rectified power at 24 VDC and 8-17.5 volts with at 12 VDC. The appliance shall be capable of
test supervision without disconnecting wires, verify voltage without removing unit and be capable of mounting to a surface back box.
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GEC/GES/GEH Series
Fixed Candela Evacuation Signals