Simplex 4100U Installation & Maintenance

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A standalone or MINIPLEX 4100 system becomes a network node when a 4100 Network
Interface Card (NIC) or other compatible network card is installed and connected to
another network node. How network cards connect to each other depends on the type of
media network cards being used.
Refer to the page number listed in this table for information on a specific topic.
Topic See Page #
Getting Started
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Introduction to the 4100 Network Interface Card (NIC)
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Step 1. Configuring Network Cards
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Step 2. Mounting Media Cards to the NIC
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Step 3. Mounting Network Cards
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Step 4. Wiring Network Cards
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Chapter 5
Networking
Introduction
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Simplex 4100U Specifications

General

Control Panel Type	Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel
Display	LCD
Power Supply	120/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max Signaling Line Circuits (SLC)	2
Operating Temperature	0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F)
Humidity Range	10% to 93% non-condensing
Network Capability	Yes
Communication Protocol	RS-232, RS-485
Battery Backup	24 VDC
NAC Outputs	4
Signaling Line Circuits (SLCs)	2
Power Supply Current	3.0 A
Max Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC)	4
Max Releasing Circuits	4
Max Relay Circuits	4
Communication Ports	RS-232, RS-485