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The 4100ES is an expandable fire alarm system that can be used as a standalone system
with one host panel, or as a wide-ranging system with several remote cabinets, with one
or more host panels. This chapter is an overview of standalone, MINIPLEX, and network
4100ES system concepts.
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System Configurations 1-1
Standalone Configuration 1-2
MINIPLEX/RTU Configuration 1-3
Network Configuration 1-5
Glossary 1-7
The 4100ES is available as a standalone system with one host panel, or as an expanded
system with several remote cabinets, with one or more host panels. The type of
configuration used depends on the size of the site into which it is being installed.
The following types of configurations are offered:
Standalone. Comprised of one FIP and its assorted warning devices, initiating devices,
and signaling line circuit devices.{xe "4100 Fire Alarm System: standalone
(definition)"}{xe "Standalone 4100 Fire Alarm System: definition"}
MINIPLEX/Remote Transponders. A standalone system plus remote transponder
cabinets, which allow for additional slave modules to be used. Typically used for multi-
level buildings and small multi-building applications.{xe "4100 Fire Alarm System:
MINIPLEX (definition)"}{xe "MINIPLEX 4100 Fire Alarm System: definition"}
Network. A multi-FIP system connected by network cards. Each panel maintains the
status and control of its own circuit points while monitoring and controlling activity at
other locations. Network nodes may perform similar tasks, or may be dedicated to
specific functions.{xe "4100 Fire Alarm System: network (definition)"}{xe "Network
4100 Fire Alarm System: definition"}
This chapter outlines the fundamental concepts of each configuration.
Chapter 1
Introduction to the 4100ES Fire Alarm System
Introduction
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