Fire Alarm Network Products

FM Approved to ANSI/UL 864, 9th Edition, Control Unit Accessory; Network System Integrator
to CAN/ULC S527, and to FM Standards; CSFM Listed*

Features Model 4005, 4006, 4008,

etc. Simplex panels
Provides flexible integration of fire alarm control
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panels into Simplex® fire alarm networks:

NETWORK SYSTEM INTEGRATOR

• Communication between the fire alarm network and

other fire alarm control panels is via isolated contact
closure connections
Simplex
• Typical compatible controls include Simplex fire Network
alarm control panel model series 4005, 4006, 4008, Panels
etc., and non-Simplex fire alarm control panels 4010
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• Operating power is provided by the host node control
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panel using low voltage wiring connections

• A wide input voltage range of 10 to 33 VDC allows
compatibility with either 24 or 12 VDC systems Non-Simplex Fire
Alarm Panels
• Network media modules are ordered separately as
wired or fiber optic connections, suitable for Style 4 or
Style 7 operation Network
NETWORK SYSTEM INTEGRATOR

System Other Building

Network System Integrator (NSI) inputs: Systems Controls
Integrators
• The host node control panel provides input to the
Network System Integrator (NSI) via eight (8)
polarized, optically coupled and isolated connections NETWORK SYSTEM INTEGRATOR

• Input voltage range is 10 VDC to 33 VDC

Network System Integrator (NSI) outputs:
• The host node control panel receives network Network System Integrator Application Sample
information from the NSI via relay contact closures
• Eight (8) contact closure outputs are available, one is
dedicated as the trouble contact (Output 2), the other Description
seven are system programmable per application
• Output 1 has dual contacts, Outputs 2-8 are single Network System Integrators (NSI) provide a
contacts, each selectable as N.O. or N.C. gateway between a fire alarm control panel and a Simplex
fire alarm network. This allows the network to monitor
• Contacts are rated 1 A @ 24VDC/25 VAC and voltage inputs from, and provide contact closure
0.5 A @ 70 VAC information to, host node control panels not equipped for
Mechanical packaging: direct network communications. The integrated control
• Small 13-1/2” square (343 mm) cabinet size allows panel with NSI resides as a unique node on the fire alarm
convenient mounting; network.
• Available with beige or red cabinet Connections. NSI power, input voltages, contact
Service mode: closure voltages, and battery backup are supplied by the
• A technician activated network bypass mode is host node control. NSI network connections are similar to
available with temporary battery connection to allow other network products using a “left” and “right” port
unpowered service of the host node control with the provided by plug-in media cards, either wired or fiber
NSI remaining on-line to maintain network optic, Style 4 or Style 7 operation.
communications
Information to the NSI. Information is received by the
Listing information: NSI from the host node panel via eight optically isolated
• FM tested and approved to UL Standard 864, 9th inputs capable of receiving 10 to 33 VDC from the host
edition, and NFPA 72, the National Electrical Code® panel. Since each input is optically isolated, the source of
for connection to agency listed/approved fire alarm the control can be either relay contact or transistor
control panel controlled circuits and inputs can be from different sources.
• Due to the NSI input and output design, the NSI is
also capable of compatibility with other building * This product was tested and approved by FM Approvals against standard FM testing
referenced to NFPA 72, ANSI/UL Standard 864, 9th Edition, and CAN/ULC S527. This
system controls including products used for product has been approved by the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) pursuant to Section
Emergency Communications Systems (ECS/Mass 13144.1 of the California Health and Safety Code. See CSFM Listing 7300-0026:329 for
Notification); subject to local authority having allowable values and/or conditions concerning material presented in this document. It is
subject to re-examination, revision, and possible cancellation. This product has not received
jurisdiction (AHJ) MEA (NYC) acceptance as of document revision date. Additional listings may be applicable,
contact your local Simplex product supplier for the latest status.

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Description (Continued) Mounting Considerations. Supervision of wiring
connections, if provided, is supplied by the host node
Information from the NSI. Information is transferred control panel. For applications where connections are not
from the NSI to the host node panel using eight relay supervised, mount the NSI close-nippled to the host node
circuits. Relay 2 is dedicated to advise the host node control panel [within 20 ft (6 m)].
control of an NSI trouble and is held normally energized. Service Mode. For authorized service operation, the NSI
Loss of power to the NSI, or other onboard NSI trouble is provided with an optional battery input allowing the
will transfer the trouble contact. The remaining seven network loop to remain intact when the host node panel is
relay functions are programmable at the NSI. unpowered for servicing. The NSI does not provide
Wiring connections between the NSI and the host node charging to this service battery connection. Normal battery
control panel are not supervised by the NSI. backup is provided by the host node control panel.
Additional Information. For additional information,
refer to Installation Instructions 579-876.
Product Selection
Model Description
4190-9826 Red Cabinet Network System Integrator cabinet assembly; order network media cards separately,
4190-9827 Beige Cabinet see below

4100-6056 Wired media module

Select two media modules, operation as required
4100-6057 Fiber optic media module

Specifications
Electrical
Input Voltage Range 10 VDC to 33 VDC, 3.5 W maximum
Input Power with 12 VDC input 300 mA maximum input current @ 10 VDC
with 24 VDC input 175 mA maximum input current @ 20 VDC
Input type 8 optically isolated inputs
Input to NSI
from Host 10 to 33 VDC, voltage supplied by host node control panel or other compatible voltage
Input voltage range
Node Control source
Input requirements 1 mA minimum required for activation; input resistance = 9.5 kΩ
Eight (8) contact closure outputs: Contact 1 provides dual connections, Contacts 2-8
Output from Contact Details provide single connections; Contact 2 is dedicated as Trouble Indication; each contact
NSI to Host output is jumper selectable as N.O. or N.C.
Node Control 1 A @ 24 VDC or 25 VAC; 0.5 A @ 70.7 VAC, resistive; supply current protection externally
Contact Ratings
using listed in-line fuse and fuseholder or equivalent current limiting to contact ratings
Wiring Connections Between Host
Screw terminals 18 to 14 AWG (0.82 mm2 to 2.08 mm2 )
Node Control Panel and NSI
Fiber optics or wired; wired connection terminals for 24 AWG to 18 AWG
Network Connection Wiring
(0.205 mm2 to 0.82 mm2 )
Wiring Parameter with 18 AWG, TSP* with 24 AWG, TP*
Network Connection
Wired Network Maximum line-to-line capacitance 58 pF/ft (190 pF/m) 22 pF/ft (72 pF/m)
Reference
Connections Maximum distance @ 57,600 bps 10,000 ft (3 km) 7000 ft (2.13 km)
(refer to Installation
Instructions 579-876 Maximum distance @ 9600 bps 17,000 ft (5.18 km) 12,000 ft (3.65 km)
for additional
information) Fiber Type Loss/km Power Margin Maximum Distance
Fiber Optic 50/125 4 dB 4 dB 10,000 ft (3 km)
* TSP = twisted, Network 50/125 3 dB 3 dB 15,000 ft (4.57 km)
shielded pair; Connections
TP = twisted pair 62.5/125 4 dB 4 dB 13,000 ft (3.96 km)
62.5/125 3.75 dB 3 dB 15,000 ft (4.57 km)
Mechanical
13-1/2” W x 13-1/2” H x 3-5/16” D (343 mm x 343 mm x 84 mm), with locking door, lift-off
Cabinet Specifications hinge on left side; knockouts on left side, top, and bottom; refer to page 3 for additional
information
Environmental
Temperature 32° to 120° F (0° to 49° C) indoor operation only
Humidity Range Up to 90% RH at 90° F (32° C) non-condensing

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Installation Reference

Box depth = 3-5/16" (84 mm)

Box width 13-1/2" (343 mm)
11-1/2" (292 mm)

Network media modules

Door shown for

reference, 13-3/4"
square (349 mm)

11-7/8" 13-1/2"
(302 mm) (343 mm)

NOTE: Knockouts
are supplied on top,
bottom, and left side
Main board assembly

Removable mounting plate

Interconnection Reference

NSI Input Equivalent Circuit NSI Contact Output Circuit

Host control panel jumper Host control panel
connections selection connections
Input + N.C. Contact Output
10-33 VDC 10-33 VDC
0 VDC to voltage monitoring
Input - Common input circuit
N.O.

10-33 VDC input power

System Power Connection

Trouble Contact
Contact monitoring input
to
"Left Port" Typical Input to NSI
Voltage output (Alarm,
Supervisory, Trouble, etc.)
NETWORK SYSTEM INTEGRATOR
Typical Output Contact
from NSI
Connections to Simplex Monitored input
Fire Alarm Network
from
"Right Port" Temporary battery Host Node Control Panel
connection for optional
service mode operation

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