Features 
 
4100ES Series MINIPLEX transponders allow 
remotely located initiating and notification 
functions: 
  Transponder operation is available as standard or with 
local mode operation 
  Communications with the host fire alarm control panel 
use the Remote Unit Interface (RUI/RUI+) format 
Initiating functions include: 
  Addressable device support including TrueAlarm 
analog sensor compatibility 
  Conventional initiating device circuit (IDC) support 
Notification functions include: 
  Addressable strobe and horn notification using 
enhanced power delivery IDNAC SLCs 
  Emergency voice/alarm communications 
  Conventional DC notification appliance circuits (NACs) 
Local mode operation provides: 
  Default local initiating and notification operation in the 
event of a communications loss with the host control panel 
  Enabling of an optional Local Mode Controller with a 
local alarm sounder, LED status indicators, and 
keyswitch enabled control switches 
  Support for IDNet addressable devices, addressable and  
conventional notification appliances, and default output 
tones from local amplifiers 
Optional modules include: 
  Digital or Analog audio riser modules for connection to 
system audio signals 
  Digital or analog input audio amplifiers with integral 
on-board NACs 
  Power supplies with or without battery chargers 
  City Connect modules and RS-232 ports for printers or 
maintenance terminals 
  Alarm relays, auxiliary relays, additional IDC modules, 
and NAC expansion modules 
Cabinets are equipped with solid doors (beige or 
red) and in one, two, or three bay sizes 
Listed to: 
  UL Std. 864, Fire Detection and Control (UOJZ), and 
Smoke Control Service (UUKL) 
  UL Std. 2017, Process Management Equipment (QVAX) 
  UL Std. 1076, Proprietary Alarm Units-Burglar (APOU) 
  UL Std. 1730, Smoke Detector Monitor (UULH) 
  ULC Std. S527-99 
 
*    See pages 4 and 5 for product that is listed as UL or ULC. This product has been approved by 
the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) pursuant to Section 13144.1 of the California Health 
and Safety Code. See CSFM Listing 7165-0026:0251 for allowable values and/or conditions 
concerning material presented in this document. Additional listings may be applicable; contact 
your local Simplex product supplier for the latest status. Listings and approvals under Simplex 
Time Recorder Co. are the property of Tyco Fire Protection Products. 
 
4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel 
with Voice Control
ALARMFIRE
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IDNet addressable
devices
Audio NAC
Fire Alarm Local Mode Controller
ENABLE
CONTROL
Alarm
Alarm
Silenc ed
Local
Mode
Active
Power
On
Alarm
Silence
Reset
Local
Mode
Control
Local mode 
controller
Addressable strobes 
on IDNAC SLC
MINIPLEX
transponder
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
On
Off
Auto
Press ACK located under flashing indicator.
Repeat operation until all events are acknowledged.
Local tone will s ilence.
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ALARMS
Fire Alarm Priority 2 Alarm
SYSTEM WARNINGS
Supervisory Trouble
Alarm Silenced
Emergency Operating Instructions
Alarm or Warning Condition
How to Acknowledge / View Events
How to Silence Building Signals
System indicator flashing. Tone On. Press Alarm Silence.
How to Reset System
Press System Reset.
Press Ack to silence tone device.
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AUX
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Enter C/Exit
Fire Alarm
Ack
Priority 2
Ack
Supv
Ack
Trouble
Ack
Alarm
Silence
System
Reset
Event
Time
Enable
On 
Arm
Disable
Off
Disarm
Auto
Lamp
Test
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Typical 4100ES MINIPLEX System One-Line Drawing 
 
Introduction 
 
4100ES MINIPLEX transponders connect to a host 
4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel using Simplex
®
 remote 
unit interface (RUI) communications. At the transponder, 
RUI communications are received by the transponder 
interface module and translated into the same internal 
communications format that is used in the host control 
panel.  
Remotely located modules. With RUI 
communications, the transponder can remotely provide 
the same initiating and notification functions that occur at 
the host control panel without requiring multiple long 
distance wiring runs. Connections to the host panel are 
low current communications and audio wiring with 
distances up to 2500 ft (762 m). 
Additional Reference. Refer to document S4100-0100 
and the other documents listed on page 3 for additional 
information concerning the extensive initiating and 
notification features of the 4100ES fire alarm control 
panels.  
 
 
4100ES Fire Control Panels
 
UL, ULC, CSFM Listed;   Addressable Fire Detection and Control 
FM Approved * MINIPLEX Transponders 
    S4100-0103  5/2013