What distinguishes a fire alarm system classified as 'Remote Station'?

A fire alarm system classified as 'Remote Station' is specifically designed to connect directly to off-site monitoring. This means that when the fire alarm system detects an emergency, it immediately sends signals to a monitoring station that is not located within the premises. This off-site monitoring capability allows for a quicker response by emergency services, as it can alert fire department personnel or a monitoring service to the situation without relying on occupants to notify them manually.

In contrast, a system that only alerts occupants locally is focused on immediate danger awareness and does not communicate with external monitoring services, which limits its capability in terms of emergency response. Additionally, systems that rely on internal network alarms do not serve the function of connecting to an off-site monitoring station, as they are designed for intra-building communication only. Finally, a Local Alarm System operates primarily within a building and does not have the features or capabilities associated with remote alarm reporting. This lack of external connectivity is what sets the Local Alarm apart from a Remote Station system.