

ZAC-40 | Siemens 40W Zone Amplifier Card for Cerberus PRO Modular Fire Alarm Systems
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Product Description P/N: ZAC-40
Description
The Siemens ZAC-40 is a 40-watt Zone Amplifier Card designed for use with Cerberus PRO Modular fire alarm panels. It functions as both an amplifier and speaker-zone interface, providing high-quality audio signal distribution across up to eight digital audio channels. The unit supports 25VRMS or 70VRMS power-limited operation, ensuring reliable performance in supervised voice evacuation and notification systems.
Technical Specifications
Condition | New/Never Used Surplus |
Brand | Siemens |
Category | Fire Alarm Components |
Part Number | ZAC-40 |
Subcategory | Zone Amplifier Card |
Output Power | 40 Watts |
Voltage Levels | 25VRMS or 70VRMS |
Audio Channels Supported | Up to 8 (Digital Audio Bus via DAC-NET) |
Wiring Styles | Style Y, Style Z, Split-Zone (A/B) |
Supervision | Full amplifier and speaker line supervision |
Connection Type | Plug-in card for CC-2 or CC-5 Card Cage |
Compatibility | Cerberus PRO Modular Fire Alarm Systems |
Audio Interface | ASI (Audio Serial Interface) |
Auxiliary Input | Local audio input supported |
Expansion Capability | Compatible with EBA2004-A1 booster amplifier |
Certifications | UL864 & CAN/ULC-S576 Listed |
Power Type | Power-limited circuit |
Dimensions | 13 × 8 × 3 in |
Weight | 2 lbs |
Information About ZAC-40
The ZAC-40 is a plug-in amplifier module that installs directly into the Siemens CC-5 or CC-2 card cage, offering seamless integration with Cerberus PRO Modular fire alarm control systems. It supports Style Y, Z, or split-zone (A/B) wiring configurations and maintains full supervision for functionality and speaker line integrity. Capable of amplifying any of the eight digital-audio channels from the DAC-NET Digital Audio Card via the ASI (Audio Serial Interface) bus, the ZAC-40 provides flexible zone assignment and high-efficiency sound output. The amplifier can also function as a bulk amplifier feeding high-level audio to ZIC or HCP components, or expand coverage using the EBA2004-A1 booster amplifier.
Key Features:
- High-Power Output: Provides 40 watts of supervised audio amplification for voice communication and notification.
- Selectable Voltage Levels: Operates at either 25VRMS or 70VRMS for flexible system compatibility.
- Multi-Zone Support: Handles up to eight digital audio channels via the DAC-NET interface.
- Supervised Operation: Constantly monitors amplifier functionality and speaker line status.
- Flexible Wiring Options: Supports Style Y, Z, and A/B split-zone wiring configurations.
- Compact Plug-In Design: Mounts easily into Siemens CC-2 or CC-5 card cages for modular installation.
- Expandable System Design: Compatible with EBA2004-A1 booster amplifiers for additional audio zones.
- UL864 & ULC Certified: Meets strict fire alarm and life safety system standards.
The ZAC-40 delivers the reliability and precision required for advanced voice evacuation, emergency notification, and fire alarm communication systems.
Description
The Siemens ZAC-40 is a 40-watt Zone Amplifier Card designed for use with Cerberus PRO Modular fire alarm panels. It functions as both an amplifier and speaker-zone interface, providing high-quality audio signal distribution across up to eight digital audio channels. The unit supports 25VRMS or 70VRMS power-limited operation, ensuring reliable performance in supervised voice evacuation and notification systems.
Technical Specifications
Condition | New/Never Used Surplus |
Brand | Siemens |
Category | Fire Alarm Components |
Part Number | ZAC-40 |
Subcategory | Zone Amplifier Card |
Output Power | 40 Watts |
Voltage Levels | 25VRMS or 70VRMS |
Audio Channels Supported | Up to 8 (Digital Audio Bus via DAC-NET) |
Wiring Styles | Style Y, Style Z, Split-Zone (A/B) |
Supervision | Full amplifier and speaker line supervision |
Connection Type | Plug-in card for CC-2 or CC-5 Card Cage |
Compatibility | Cerberus PRO Modular Fire Alarm Systems |
Audio Interface | ASI (Audio Serial Interface) |
Auxiliary Input | Local audio input supported |
Expansion Capability | Compatible with EBA2004-A1 booster amplifier |
Certifications | UL864 & CAN/ULC-S576 Listed |
Power Type | Power-limited circuit |
Dimensions | 13 × 8 × 3 in |
Weight | 2 lbs |
Information About ZAC-40
The ZAC-40 is a plug-in amplifier module that installs directly into the Siemens CC-5 or CC-2 card cage, offering seamless integration with Cerberus PRO Modular fire alarm control systems. It supports Style Y, Z, or split-zone (A/B) wiring configurations and maintains full supervision for functionality and speaker line integrity. Capable of amplifying any of the eight digital-audio channels from the DAC-NET Digital Audio Card via the ASI (Audio Serial Interface) bus, the ZAC-40 provides flexible zone assignment and high-efficiency sound output. The amplifier can also function as a bulk amplifier feeding high-level audio to ZIC or HCP components, or expand coverage using the EBA2004-A1 booster amplifier.
Key Features:
- High-Power Output: Provides 40 watts of supervised audio amplification for voice communication and notification.
- Selectable Voltage Levels: Operates at either 25VRMS or 70VRMS for flexible system compatibility.
- Multi-Zone Support: Handles up to eight digital audio channels via the DAC-NET interface.
- Supervised Operation: Constantly monitors amplifier functionality and speaker line status.
- Flexible Wiring Options: Supports Style Y, Z, and A/B split-zone wiring configurations.
- Compact Plug-In Design: Mounts easily into Siemens CC-2 or CC-5 card cages for modular installation.
- Expandable System Design: Compatible with EBA2004-A1 booster amplifiers for additional audio zones.
- UL864 & ULC Certified: Meets strict fire alarm and life safety system standards.
The ZAC-40 delivers the reliability and precision required for advanced voice evacuation, emergency notification, and fire alarm communication systems.
