Description
The KONGSBERG NL-290/KM-F Fire Alarm Panel is a marine safety monitoring panel designed for vessel alarm and monitoring applications. It is part of the KONGSBERG KM-3 Alarm and Monitoring System family and is used as an operator display and control interface for shipboard safety systems.
The NL-290/KM-F provides alarm indication, system status display, operator control functions, and integration with marine monitoring equipment. It is designed for installation on ship bridges, engine control rooms, and marine automation consoles where reliable alarm supervision is required.
This panel features an LCD display, keypad operation, alarm/fault LED indicators, and buzzer functions for efficient monitoring of vessel alarm conditions. It is commonly used as a replacement spare component for existing KONGSBERG marine automation systems.

NL-290/KM-F
🔹 Product Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | KONGSBERG SENSORS |
| Model | NL-290/KM-F |
| Series | KM-3 Alarm and Monitoring System Series |
| Product Name | Fire Alarm Panel / Operator Display Panel |
| Application | Marine Fire Alarm & Alarm Monitoring System |
| Product Status | Used / Surplus Available |
| Display Type | LCD Display with Keypad Operation |
| Dimensions | Approx. 242 × 350 × 92 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 3.5 kg |
| Origin / Place of Origin | Norway |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 24 W |
| Mounting Type | Flush Mount / Panel Installation |
| Protection Function | Alarm Indication, Fault Monitoring, Operator Control |
| Discontinued | Legacy Product / Spare Availability Dependent |
🔹 Common Questions & Answers (Q&A)
Q: What is the main function of the KONGSBERG NL-290/KM-F?
A: The NL-290/KM-F is an operator panel used for displaying alarms, monitoring system status, and providing control functions within marine safety and alarm monitoring systems.
Q: Which system uses the NL-290/KM-F panel?
A: It is associated with the KONGSBERG KM-3 Alarm and Monitoring System platform used in marine automation applications.
Q: What type of display does this panel use?
A: The panel uses an LCD display with keypad controls and integrated alarm/fault indicators for operator interaction.
Q: What are common problems with an aging NL-290/KM-F panel?
A: Typical issues include LCD display failure, keypad malfunction, alarm indication errors, power supply faults, communication loss, and aging electronic components.
Q: Can the NL-290/KM-F replace another KONGSBERG panel directly?
A: Replacement requires checking the KM system configuration, software version, wiring connections, panel revision, and installation requirements.
Q: Is this panel suitable for marine spare parts replacement?
A: Yes. It is commonly supplied as a replacement component for existing KONGSBERG marine automation and alarm monitoring systems.
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