TrueAlert Addressable Notification

UL, ULC, CSFM Listed; FM 4009 IDNAC Repeater; Power and Distance Extender
Approved; MEA (NYC)
Acceptance*

Features
4009 IDNAC Repeaters provide enhanced power delivery to
TrueAlert/TrueAlert ES addressable notification appliances
controlled by IDNAC SLCs:
• Output voltage in alarm is maintained by an efficient switching
regulator at 29 VDC during both AC input and battery backup
conditions allowing strobes to operate at lower current
• With lower current strobes and regulated output voltage, wiring
distance can be extended 2 to 3 times that of conventional notification,
appliance loading can be increased, or smaller wire gauge can be used,
all resulting in installation savings with high assurance that appliances
that operate during normal system testing will operate during worst
case alarm conditions

4009 IDNAC Repeaters receive an IDNAC SLC input and provide a

repeated 3 A SLC output to extend SLC distance and power:
• Appliance control and address limit remains with the host IDNAC
control panel. Repeater status is communicated to the control panel
for system diagnostics and also locally indicated
• Repeater output extends supervisory capacity by up to 139 additional
unit loads or 3 A
• Input SLC connection can be Class B or Class A
• Repeater output can be a Class A loop or a Class B output with internal
connections for up to four (4) T-tapped output branches (Class A
output requires 4009-9814 Class A Adapter)
• Operation requires one IDNAC SLC address; Repeaters can be
connected as one in series, or up to five (5) in parallel
• AC power input is 120 VAC or 220-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, auto-select
• An on-board battery charger is provided with low AC battery
disconnect selectable per Repeater (required for ULC listed
applications)
• Operation is compatible with TrueAlert ES and TrueAlert addressable
notification appliances and accessories
• Available with platinum or red cabinet
• Listed to UL 864 and ULC S527

Multiple wiring options are available:

• Wiring options include Class B multiple branch (up to 4) output, Class A
loop extension, and Class A riser to Class B branches or a Class A loop
output
• When the Repeater is part of a Class A loop from the IDNAC SLC source
panel, up to twice the distance for the loop is available; (Class A loop Figure 1:  4009 IDNAC Repeater Extends
repeating requires 4009-9814 Class A Adapter) Distance and Current of IDNAC SLC
Class A Adapter 4009-9814:
• Required when extending a Class A loop or to provide a Class A local
loop SLC output
• Operation provides short circuit isolation between input and output
terminals for improved IDNAC SLC survivability

Built-in battery Charger

• Power supply charges up to 12.7 Ah batteries for in cabinet mounting
and up to 25 Ah batteries with model 4009-9801 external battery
cabinet

Available auxiliary output:

• A 200 mA, 29 VDC constant auxiliary output is available; operation is
maintained during battery backup

* This product has been approved by the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) pursuant to Section 13144.1 of the California Health and Safety Code. See CSFM Listing 7165 0026:0378 for allowable
values and/or conditions concerning material presented in this document. NYC Fire Dept COA #6151. Additional listings may be applicable; contact your local Simplex product supplier for the latest
status. Listings and approvals under Simplex Time Recorder Co. are the property of Tyco Fire Protection Products.

S4009-0004 Rev. 6 9/2019

 4009 IDNAC Repeater; Power and Distance Extender

Introduction
Repeating IDNAC SLCs
Simplex fire alarm control panels with IDNAC SLC outputs provide individual address and control of TrueAlert and TrueAlert ES addressable notification
appliances. When an IDNAC SLC reaches the current limit or the distance limit of the source IDNAC SLC, use of 4009 IDNAC Repeaters extends the
IDNAC SLC with an additional 3 A of SLC current and up to 139 unit loads of additional supervisory capacity.
With IDNAC SLCs, a constant 29 VDC source voltage is maintained in alarm, even during battery standby, allowing strobes to operate at higher voltage
with lower current and ensuring a consistent current draw and voltage drop margin under both primary power and secondary battery standby.
Efficiencies include wiring distances up to 2 to 3 times farther than with conventional notification, or support for more appliances per IDNAC SLC, or
use of smaller gauge wiring, or combinations of these benefits, all providing installation and maintenance savings with high assurance that appliances
that operate during normal system testing will operate during worst case alarm conditions.

Description
Three wiring configurations
Three wiring configurations are available to provide a variety of system solutions: Class B branch extension, Class A loop extension, and Class A riser to
Class B branch extension or Class A loop output.

Class B branch input wiring

Class B branch input wiring allows T-tapped connections to up to five (5) parallel connected 4009 IDNAC Repeaters. Each Repeater has on-board
output terminal connections for up to four (4) output branch circuits, and additional branch circuits can be externally T-tapped as required. (Refer to
Wiring Reference, Class B Input with Class B Branch Circuit Outputs for additional details.)
Class A loop extensions use a single 4009 IDNAC Repeater to extend the current and distance of a single Class A loop allowing the loop distance to be
doubled.
The Repeater communicates and repeats bi-directionally allowing Class A loop operation to be maintained in the event of an open circuit. This wiring
connection requires use of the 4009-9814 Class A adapter. (Refer to Wiring Reference, Class A Loop Extension for additional details.)

Class A Riser to Class B Branches or Class A Loops

For applications requiring a combination of wiring types, a Class A riser can drive up to five (5) 4009 IDNAC Repeaters with each Repeater capable of
driving either single or multiple Class B branch output(s) or a Class A loop output. In this wiring application, the Repeater does not repeat in the Class A
riser loop, it is connected as an appliance with Class A in/out wiring. To create a Class A loop output, the Repeater must be equipped with a 4009-9814
Class A Adapter. (Refer to Wiring Reference, Class A Riser Input with Class A Loop and Class B Branch Outputs for additional details.)

Product Selection
Table 1: IDNAC Repeater Selection
Model* Cabinet Color Description
4009-9601(BA) Platinum 4009 IDNAC Repeater with cabinet; provides a single 3 A IDNAC SLC output, 200 mA auxiliary power output,
4009-9602(BA) Red and battery charger; 120/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz input, auto-select
* Model numbers ending with BA suffix are assembled in the USA.
Table 2: Aftermarket Accessories (installed on-site, select per system requirements)
Model Description
4009-9814 Class A Adapter Module, mounts on repeater controller board; required for Class A output
2975-9813 Platinum semi-flush box trim 7
1 / " (37 mm) wide, four corners and trim pieces for top, bottom,
16
2975-9812 Red semi-flush box trim and sides; (will need to be cut to fit 4009 IDNAC Repeater cabinet)
Table 3: External Accessories (select per system requirements)
Model Description Comments
4905-9929 Remote TrueAlert Communications Isolator Refer to data sheet S4905-0001 for details
16 ¼" W x 13 ½" H x 5 ¾" D (413 mm x 343 mm x 146 mm); refer to
4009-9801 External Battery Cabinet for 25 Ah batteries
data sheet S2081-0006 for details
Table 4: Battery Selection (select battery size per system requirements; two batteries are required for 24 VDC operation)
Model Description
2081-9272 6.2 Ah Battery, 12 VDC
2081-9274 10 Ah Battery, 12 VDC
2081-9288 12.7 Ah Battery, 12 VDC
2081-9275 18 Ah Battery, 12 VDC
Requires 4009-9801 External Battery Cabinet
2081-9287 25 Ah Battery, 12 VDC

Page 2 S4009-0004 Rev. 6 9/2019

 4009 IDNAC Repeater; Power and Distance Extender

Wiring Reference, Class B Input with Class B Branch Circuit Outputs

Figure 2: Wiring Reference

Page 3 S4009-0004 Rev. 6 9/2019

 4009 IDNAC Repeater; Power and Distance Extender

Wiring Reference, Class A Loop Extension

Figure 3: Wiring Reference

Page 4 S4009-0004 Rev. 6 9/2019

 4009 IDNAC Repeater; Power and Distance Extender

Wiring Reference, Class A Riser Input with Class A Loop and Class B Branch Outputs

Figure 4: Wiring Reference

4009 IDNAC Repeater Mounting and Module Placement Reference

Figure 5: Placement Reference

Page 5 S4009-0004 Rev. 6 9/2019

 4009 IDNAC Repeater; Power and Distance Extender

4009 IDNAC Repeater Specifications

Table 5: Input Ratings
Specification Rating
Voltage Range 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, or 220/230/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, +10%, -15%, auto-select
120 VAC Current 2.5 A
220/230/240 VAC Current 1.25 A
17 VDC minimum
IDNAC Input Ratings
1 address, 4 unit loads
Table 6: 24 VDC Requirements for Battery Calculations
Specification Panel IDNAC Appliances Auxiliary Load
Output current (voltage is from
Standby Currents 70 mA 0.8 mA each
battery)
4.5 A maximum with 3 A IDNAC SLC load and 200 mA Auxiliary
1.37 x output current (voltage
Alarm Currents 96 mA output load (actual alarm current depends on connected and
converter is on when in Alarm)
activated appliances and devices)
Table 7: Output Ratings
Specification Rating
IDNAC SLC Output 3 A maximum @ 29 VDC for Special Application appliances
Compatible Special Application Simplex TrueAlert ES and TrueAlert addressable notification appliances; contact your Simplex product
Appliances representative for compatible appliances
Each repeater uses four unit loads on the IDNAC channel it receives power from and supports up to 139
additional unit loads. Most appliances are 1 unit load; Multi-Tone appliances are 2 unit loads; Repeaters and
Isolators are 4 unit loads. Refer to individual appliance and device specifications for unit load requirements
IDNAC Repeater Loading and SLC
and rated SLC loading specifications.
Address Usage
Each repeater uses one IDNAC SLC device address - the IDNAC Repeater does not increase the IDNAC
channel device address capacity. Refer to the Host IDNAC SLC specifications for the device address capacity
specifications on the IDNAC channel.
Current 200 mA maximum
Auxiliary Output 29 VDC nominal with AC present or when Repeater is on battery standby and in Alarm
Voltage
24 VDC nominal when on battery standby and not in Alarm
Table 8: IDNAC SLC Wiring Specifications (refer to installation instructions for more information)
Specification Rating
Recommended wire type UTP, unshielded twisted pair
Maximum wire length allowed with "T-Taps" for class B wiring 10,000 ft (3048 m)
Maximum wire length to any appliance 4000 ft (1219 m)
Wiring Connections Terminal blocks for 18 to 12 AWG
Table 9: Repeater Status Indicators
Specification Rating
Green AC Power LED On with AC present, off during brownout or no AC condition
Red Communications LED (COMM) Blinks when Repeater is communicating with the host control panel
4 LEDs provide up to 16 different trouble status indications; an on-board
Yellow System Status LEDs
trouble scroll button allows review should multiple troubles occur
Table 10: 4009-9814 Class A Adapter Module Option (required for Class A loop extension or for Class A output)
Specifications Rating
3 A maximum @ 29 VDC for Special Applications appliances
IDNAC SLC Output Voltage Two connections, Port A and Port B, function varies by application (loop
extension or local loop), Port A and Port B are isolated from each other
Status LEDs Two yellow trouble LED indicators, one for each port
Table 11: Environmental and Technical Publications Reference
Specification Rating
Operating Temperature 32 °F to 120 °F (0 °C to 49 °C)
Operating Humidity Range Up to 93% RH at 90 °F (32 °C)
4009 IDNAC Repeater 579-1019
Installation Instructions
Class A Adapter Module 579-1080

© 2019 Johnson Controls. All rights reserved. All specifications and other information shown were current as of document revision and are subject to change without
notice. Additional listings may be applicable, contact your local Simplex® product supplier for the latest status. Listings and approvals under Simplex Time Recorder Co.
Simplex, and the product names listed in this material are marks and/or registered marks. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. NFPA 72 and National Fire Alarm Code are
registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
S4009-0004 Rev. 6 9/2019