Aico Ei171RF RadioLINK Strobe Light – Visual Alarm for Deaf & Hard of Hearing – SKU: Ei171RF

The Aico Ei171RF RadioLINK Strobe Light (SKU: Ei171RF) is a dedicated visual fire and CO alert device designed to support deaf and hard of hearing individuals. Featuring a powerful Xenon strobe light with a wide-angle lens for daytime visibility, this wall-mounted unit delivers clear visual warnings when an alarm is triggered within a RadioLINK-enabled system.

Mains powered with a rechargeable battery backup, the Ei171RF provides continuous protection even during power failures. It seamlessly connects to Aico’s industry-leading smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms via RadioLINK wireless interconnection, ensuring all users in the home—regardless of hearing ability—are alerted promptly and effectively.

Key Features:

• Brand: Aico

• Model SKU: Ei171RF

• Visual Alert: High-intensity Xenon strobe light with 0.8Hz flash rate

• Interconnection: RadioLINK wireless connectivity with up to 12 compatible devices

• Power Source: 230V AC mains with sealed lead-acid rechargeable battery backup

• Compatibility:

  • Aico 3000 Series

  • Ei2110e Multi-Sensor Fire Alarm

  • 160e and 140RC Series

  • All RadioLINK-compatible Carbon Monoxide alarms

• LED Indicators:

  • Power (green),

  • Alarm (red),

  • Fault (amber),

  • RF Status (blue)

• Auxiliary Outputs: 2x 12V sockets for additional strobes or devices (e.g. Ei178 or pagers)

• Built-in Test Button: Tests strobe, RF signal, and sends system-wide test alarm

• Operating Temperature: 4°C to 40°C

• Humidity: 0–90% relative humidity

• RF Frequency: 868MHz (low interference security band)

• RF Range: Up to 30 metres (building dependent)

• Dimensions:

  • Control Unit: 195mm x 125mm x 75mm

  • Mains Adapter: 60mm x 50mm x 90mm

• Weight: 770g (control box), 600g (mains adapter)

• Guarantee: 5-year manufacturer warranty

• Made in Ireland

• Certifications: CE marked, compliant with EN300220-2V2.1.1, EN50130-4, EN60065, and R&TTE (1999/5/EC)

Enhanced Fire Safety for Daytime Rooms

The Ei171RF is purpose-built for use in daytime living areas such as living rooms, lounges, and kitchens, where the resident may not hear audible alarms. When any interconnected Aico RadioLINK alarm is triggered, the strobe flashes brightly, providing an immediate and unmistakable visual cue.

Its specially designed lens provides wide-angle light output, ensuring visibility throughout the room. This makes it ideal for alerting those who are profoundly deaf, partially hearing, or in noisy environments where a siren may be missed.

Use Case: Inclusive Protection in a Multi-Room Home

In a household with a deaf occupant, interconnected smoke and CO alarms are installed throughout the property. In the living room, the Ei171RF strobe unit is wall-mounted and paired wirelessly via RadioLINK. When a fire alarm is triggered in the kitchen, the living room unit flashes rapidly and the red “Alarm” LED activates, ensuring the occupant is alerted visually—even if they are watching TV or using headphones.

To expand coverage, an additional strobe (Ei178) can be added in adjacent spaces using the auxiliary output sockets, and the system can support up to 12 RadioLINK devices in total.

Seamless Wireless Integration & Testing

Thanks to RadioLINK technology, the Ei171RF connects to the alarm system without any hard wiring, reducing installation disruption and cost. It ships pre-coded from the factory and is easily ‘House Coded’ using the recessed pairing button, ensuring secure communication within the intended system only.

The integrated test button on the front of the unit allows the user to test the strobe and RadioLINK signal at any time. When activated, it triggers a test cycle and broadcasts a test signal to all interconnected alarms—ideal for regular safety checks or compliance inspections.

The Aico Ei171RF RadioLINK Strobe Light (SKU: Ei171RF) is a vital component in building a fully inclusive alarm system. By delivering visual alerts in real-time, it empowers deaf or hard of hearing users to live more safely and independently—whether in their own home, shared housing, or care settings. It’s a powerful solution for modern, accessible fire safety.