900 242 (Drawing)

SIMPLEX ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM PANELS
FIELD WIRING SPECIFICATIONS
Document Number: 0900-242
Revision Date: June 3, 2014
Revision Level: J
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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DATE DRN/ECO DESCRIPTION

1 10/20/00 Initial draft – Complete rewrite of 900-082 to generalize it to cover all
Simplex addressable fire alarm systems.
2 10/27/00 Revisions after internal R&D review.

3 12/27/00 Revisions after email review with Sales Engineering, Continuation,
Marketing, and Training.
4 1/14/02 Revisions after Electrical Design group review
A 12/18/02 DA286 Release Document
B 06/18/03 DA315 Changes from 4100U Enhancements Project
 Section 12.1, 12.2 added description of Earth shield connections.
 Section 12.3, added sections on new Digital Audio w/ CRC
wiring requirements. Changed maximum wire to wire
capacitance to 0.055uF. Added shielded wire section. Rewrote
most sections.
 Updated Section 12.5 – 4100U Non Alarm Audio (previously
TBD)
 Section 12.8 DFSM Wiring was added.
C 11/18/03 DA324 Change to phone circuit wiring section .Minor typographic edits. Added
fiber modem section.
D 9/25/04 H04-0001  Added IDNet+section

 Modified TrueAlert uncontrolled impedance section to add
IDNET2 requirements.
E 10/04/05 D05-0070  Section 5.3.2 – change 109.5uW (-8.6dBm) to 109.5uW (-
9.6dBm)
F 07/10/07 D07-0013  Expand DAR wiring requirements in section 12.3 to add
shielded wire requirement for short DAR runs; Sec. 6.5.2-PID
Correction.; Sec. 12.6 require shielded wire for phones.
G 06/24/08 D08-0014 Corrections and clarifications to Spec. , including:
 Remove references to AC bells, and to DC series bells
 Update Transient Suppression section to reference modules not
discontinued
 Updated some old PIDs (zone module, media cards etc)
H 08/07/09 H09-0157 Update DAR requirements (Section 12.3)
J 06/03/14 H14-0089 Changed IDNet+ to IDNet2.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................................................5
2 REFERENCES ...................................................................................................................................................5
3 PRECEDENCE ..................................................................................................................................................6
4 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR WIRING .................................................................................................7

4.1 WIRING THAT LEAVES THE BUILDING .........................................................................................................7
4.1.1 Transient Suppression ...........................................................................................................................8
5 COMMUNICATION LINES ..........................................................................................................................10
5.1 MAPNET II REQUIREMENTS (4100-0110)................................................................................................10
5.1.1 Use of MAPNET I devices on MAPNET II channel .............................................................................11
5.2 IDNET REQUIREMENTS ..............................................................................................................................12
5.3 IDNET2 REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................13
4120 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................................................................15
5.3.1 Copper Line Characteristics................................................................................................................15
5.3.2 Fiber Optic Cable Characteristics ......................................................................................................15
5.3.3 4120 Modem Requirements .................................................................................................................16
5.4 N2 COMM (4010) ......................................................................................................................................18
5.5 RUI/RAI (4100-0304/4100-0303) ...........................................................................................................19
5.6 TRUEALERT ..............................................................................................................................................20
5.6.1 Standard Circuit Wiring ......................................................................................................................20
5.6.2 Un-controlled Impedance Wiring ........................................................................................................20
5.6.3 Shielded Wiring ...................................................................................................................................21
5.7 FIBER OPTIC MULTIPLEX MODEM (4100-6063, -6064) .............................................................................22
6 INITIATING DEVICE WIRING. ..................................................................................................................23
6.1 4100 MONITOR (4100-5001,-5002,-5004, -5005,-5011,-5012,-5014, -5015) ............................................23
6.2 MAPNET MONITOR ZAM OR 4 WIRE DETECTOR ZAM - ZONE WIRING ....................................................23
6.3 IDNET MONITOR ZAM – ZONE WIRING ...................................................................................................23
6.4 MAPNET CLASS A MONITOR ZAM – ZONE WIRING ...............................................................................24
6.5 INDIVIDUAL ADDRESSABLE MODULES (IAMS) .........................................................................................24
6.5.1 Mapnet IAM (2190-9172) ....................................................................................................................24
6.5.2 IDNet IAM (4090-9001) ......................................................................................................................24
7 NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE CIRCUIT AND CONTROL RELAY CONTACT WIRING ..............25
8 ۟24 POINT I/O (4100-0302, 4605-8401/8402) ..................................................................................................26
9 GRAPHIC SCU/RCU (4602-7101) .................................................................................................................27
10 RS232 CONNECTIONS (4100-0112/0113, 4100-6038, 4010-9811/9812) ....................................................28
11 POWER CONNECTIONS TO REMOTE DEVICES ..................................................................................29

11.1 MAPNET II ZAM POWER WIRING ...........................................................................................................29
11.2 IDNET MONITOR ZAM POWER WIRING .................................................................................................29
11.3 POWER TO RAI OR RUI SLAVES ................................................................................................................29
11.4 12V DC POWER OPTION (4100-5152) SECURITY DEVICE POWER .............................................................30
12 AUDIO AND PHONE WIRING ....................................................................................................................33
12.1 SPEAKER CIRCUIT WIRING .........................................................................................................................33
12.2 ANALOG AUDIO RISER WIRING ..................................................................................................................33
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12.3 DIGITAL AUDIO RISER WIRING...................................................................................................................34

12.4 MUSIC WIRING (4100 LEGACY) .................................................................................................................34
12.5 MUSIC AND NON-ALARM PAGING WIRING (4100U) ...................................................................................35
12.6 FIREFIGHTER PHONE CIRCUIT WIRING (PHONE RISERS AND PHONE CIRCUITS) ..........................................35
12.7 REMOTE MICROPHONE ..............................................................................................................................37
12.8 DEGRADED FAILSAFE MODE MICROPHONE ...............................................................................................37
TABLES
TABLE 4-1 SUPPRESSOR APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 8

TABLE 4-2 SUPPRESSOR APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 9
TABLE 5-1 - 4120 NETWORK: MAXIMUM TRANSMISSION DISTANCES, “WIRED” NETWORK ................................................... 15
TABLE 5-2 - 4120 NETWORK: MAXIMUM DISTANCES, OPTICAL FIBER ................................................................................... 16
TABLE 7-1 4100 PLATE MOUNTED SIGNAL ZAM DISTANCES ................................................................................................. 25
TABLE 7-2 REMOTE MOUNTED SIGNAL ZAM DISTANCES ..................................................................................................... 25
TABLE 11-1 ZAM POWER WIRING: (.120-2.75 AMPS) ........................................................................................................... 31
TABLE 11-2 ZAM POWER WIRING: (3.000-8.000AMPS) ........................................................................................................ 32
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1 Scope
This document describes wiring guidelines and restrictions for the field wiring applied to
Simplex addressable fire alarm panels. It is intended to be a guide so that unusual or
sophisticated applications not covered by the field wiring drawings/installation instructions can
be addressed and engineered. It supersedes 900-082, Field Wiring Specifications for
4100/4120/4010 Fire Alarm Panels. Products not intended to be used with 4100 after Rev 10
may not be covered in this document. In those cases 900-082 is the proper reference for wiring
guidelines.
The document is organized by circuit type, with a general guideline section in front. The intent
is that any fire panel that uses a circuit type would be covered by that section. For example, the
IDNet section would cover both 4010 IDNet and 4100 IDNet applications. Any panel specific
requirements will be delineated in the section.
All specifications herein are subject to local authority approval.
2 References
574-848 4100 Upgrade Installation Guide

841-804 MAPNET II Device Field Wiring Diagram
841-905 4009 Field Wiring Diagram
842-068 4009 IDNet NAC Extender Field Wiring Diagram
842-158 4009 TrueAlert Controller Field Wiring Diagram
842-058 4010 Field Wiring Diagram
842-063 4605 Annunciator Field Wiring Diagram
842-073 IDNet Devices Field Wiring Diagram
900-082 Field Wiring Specifications for 4100/4120/4010 Fire Alarm Panels
900-225 4120 Leased Line Modem Communications
NFPA 70 National Electric Code

NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
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3 Precedence
In the event of conflict between this document and local authorities, the local authorities take
precedence.
In the event of conflict between this document and NFPA 70, National Electric Code, or NFPA
72, National Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 70 and 72 take precedence.
In the event of conflict between this document and the field wiring diagrams, Engineering should
be consulted.
In the event of conflict between this document and 900-082, Field Wiring Specifications for
4100/4120/4010 Fire Alarm Panels, this document takes precedence. 900-082 has been
superseded effective with the release of this document.
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4 General Precautions for Wiring
 All metallic wiring to have copper conductors.

 If shielded wire is used the following must be observed:
 Metallic continuity of the shield must be maintained throughout the entire length of
cable.
 The entire length of cable must have a resistance greater than 1 megohm to earth ground.
 The shield will be terminated to 0V at the control panel only for transmission lines and
initiating device wiring, unless otherwise indicated. (For 4120 Network, the shield is to
be connected to earth ground, at the left port end of the “wired” span only.)
 If audio lines are shielded connect the shield to 0V of the audio unit.
 Wires must not be run through elevator shafts unless terminating in the elevator cab.
 Wires run in plenums must be in conduit, or be metal clad or plenum rated cable.
 Splicing is permitted when using copper wire. All splices must be soldered (rosin -core
solder), crimped in metal sleeves, or encapsulated with an epoxy resin. When solder or
crimped metal sleeves are used, the junction must be insulated with a high-grade electrical
tape as sound as the original insulating jacket. Continuity of the shield must be maintained.
 Only system wiring can be run in the same conduit.
 All wiring must meet National Electrical Code (NFPA-70) requirements.
4.1 Wiring That Leaves the Building
The following guidelines must be followed for any wiring that leaves the building:
 Twisted shielded cable must be used.

 Ground the cable shield at the source only.
 Underground conduit (ferrous metal preferred) must be dry. If there is any possibility of
water in the conduit, direct burial cable must be used.
 Conduits must not run directly into 4100 cabinets. Entry/Exit must be made via a separate 4"
square (min) metal box. There must be 2" space (min) between incoming and outgoing
conduits and wiring.
 The I/O box must be mounted as close as practicable to the point where the conduit
enters the building.
 The I/O box must be bonded to the grounding electrode system for the power distribution
of the building containing the protected equipment. The bonding wire:
 Must be as short as possible.
 Must have no bends greater than 90° and less than 2" radius.
 Must have a DC resistance of less than 0.1 ohm.
 Must not be longer than 25 feet.
 Must not be enclosed in metallic conduit.
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4.1.1 Transient Suppression
Transient suppression is required where wire leaves the building and re-enters next building.
Suppression is required regardless if wiring is overhead, aerial or underground. The
suppression must be bonded to the grounding electrode system per Section 4.1.
Transient suppressors add capacitance and resistance to the circuits they are added to and
therefore must be included in line resistance and capacitance calculations. Each 2081-9027
and 2081-9044 adds 0.006uF across the lines and 3 ohms per line (6 ohms total). Each 2081-
9028 adds 0.017uF across the lines and adds 0.1 ohm per line (0.2 ohms total).
4.1.1.1 Wiring which is installed external to a building must be protected by overvoltage

protectors. Two suppressors should be installed on circuits installed external to a
building, one where the circuit exits the building, and one where the circuit re-enters
another building. The circuits listed in Table 4-1 Suppressor Applications have been
tested, and pass testing described in the UL1459 Standard, as long as they are protected
by the specified suppressor and do not exceed the listed length:
Suppressor Circuits Protected Additional Restrictions

Reduce maximum line distance by 1000 feet for first two
2081-9044 MAPNET II
suppressors; Each additional reduces distance by 500 feet.
Reduce maximum line distance by 1000 feet for first two
RUI (RAI)
suppressors; Each additional reduces distance by 500 feet.
4120 Network
ZAM Power 200 mA maximum; 3270 feet maximum distance.
Local energy city circuit (4100 and 4010) Minimum wire size 18AWG
Maximum distance 2500 feet for first two suppressors. Using
IDNet two additional suppressors will reduce the maximum line
distance by 1000 feet.
Maximum distance 2500 feet for first two suppressors. Using
4010 N2 Comms two additional suppressors will reduce the maximum line
distance by 1000 feet.
200 mA maximum current, 2500 feet total length on branch
with suppressor. 6 ohms of line resistance must be accounted
TrueAlert SLC
for in voltage drop calculations.
Do not mix with 2081-9028. Max 2 suppressors on a branch.
4100U & 4010 polarity
Minimum wire size 20 AWG
reversing city circuit
1000 feet total length on branch with suppressor. Do not mix
2081-9028 TrueAlert SLC
with 2081-9044. Max 2 suppressors on a branch.
Table 4-1 Suppressor Applications

Note: Each 2081-9044 adds 6 ohms of line resistance to the circuit, in addition to the resistance
of the wire used. It is rated for 200 mA continuous current, and has a 1A fuse.
2081-9028 is rated for 5A continuous current.
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4.1.1.1.1 TrueAlert Shield Connections
The shield of the cable in the building housing the TrueAlert SLC controller is connected to the
(-) terminal at that SLC output, and is left un-terminated at all other cable ends in this building,
including where the cable meets the transient suppressor.
The shield of the cable section running between buildings that connect the transient suppressors
must be connected to the (gray) shield lead, or terminal, on the un-protected side of the
suppressor that is in the building of origin. The (gray) shield lead on the protected side of this
suppressor is connected to earth ground, with the green wire connection. The other end of this
cable section is connected to either the shield terminal, or both gray wires, as applicable, on the
second suppressor where it enters the remote building.
The shield of the load section of the cable (other building) is connected to the negative conductor
of the suppressor, on the protected side of the transient suppressor.
All un-terminated shield ends are dressed so as to eliminate the possibility of a short circuit to
earth ground, or any other conductor.
4.1.1.2 The circuits described in Table 4-2 Suppressor Applications must not leave the building
of origin unless protected by the suppressor listed, and the appropriate following
conditions are met:
1. The outside plant wiring is limited to one contiguous property and the total wire length does
not exceed 3270 feet (1 km) or the distance limitation of circuit in question, if shorter.
2. Underground wiring is run in a separate parallel wiring trough from any commercial power
distribution wiring.
3. Overhead wiring is run on separate poles from those supporting any commercial power
distribution wiring. The circuit wiring must be in run parallel with relation to the commercial
power distribution wiring and be separated by a minimum distance of (whichever is greater)
100 feet or the maximum span between any two adjacent poles of either the system's circuit
or the commercial power distribution circuit.
Suppressor Circuits Protected Additional Restrictions

2081-9027 Phone/Audio risers
MAPNET ZAM zone Maximum distance reduced to 4 ohms total when
connections two suppressors are used.
4100 monitor zones
2081-9028 Signal/audio circuits
2081-9044 IDNet Monitor ZAM zone Maximum distance 1400 ft; min wire size 18 AWG.
IDNet Sup. IAM zone Maximum distance 400 ft; min wire size 18 AWG.
Table 4-2 Suppressor Applications

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5 Communication Lines
On new installations, twisted pair is required. Shielded wire is suggested to improve noise
immunity, however, the installation of shielded wire may reduce wiring distance due to
high capacitance from some shielded wire. For maximum wiring distance, we recommend
using wire with a capacitance of no more than 30pF per foot (conductor to conductor).
5.1 MAPNET II Requirements (4100-0110)
Note: In the following paragraphs the term “MAPNET channel” is used to mean those lines
connected to any one Mapnet Transceiver board. Parallel runs from the same board do not
constitute separate channels. The term “continuous run” refers to the distance from the panel to the
furthest device when wired Class B. When wired Class A, this is the distance from the primary
output, through all devices and back to the secondary output.
Requirements on MAPNET wiring:
 DC inductive loads less than 5 amps 30vdc are allowed in the same conduit.
 DC bells less than 35Vdc and less than 2.6 amps are allowed in the same conduit.
 A load up to 240V AC, 50 or 60 Hz, 10 amps (one circuit) is allowed in the same conduit.
 If MAPNET II and 4100 RAI or 4100 RUI or N2 Comm are run in the same conduit either
MAPNET II or the RAI or the RUI or the N2 Comm must be shielded.
 DC strobes or horns (Simplex listed) up to 2.0 amps are allowed in the same conduit.
 Line characteristics are based on .58f and/or 35 Ohms total line resistance, inclusive of
added transient suppressors, refer to Section 4.1.
 Total length of line on one MAPNET channel shall not exceed 10,000 feet, including all T-
taps and parallel runs.
 Maximum length for ONE continuous MAPNET run:

2,500 ft. for up to 128 MAPNET devices on Mapnet channel.
 When a MAPNET run exceeds 2,500 ft. it is necessary to use twisted, shielded pair.
 When MAPNET is run in conduit with data communication lines (4100 RAI, RS232, etc.)
either the MAPNET lines must be twisted, shielded pair, or the communications lines must
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be twisted shielded pair. It is acceptable for both MAPNET and the communications lines to
be twisted shielded pair.
 Twisted, shielded pair is required if three or more MAPNET or IDNet channels are run in the
same conduit.
 Twisted, shielded pair is required for any section of MAPNET line that is run for more than
1,000 ft., in the same conduit with another MAPNET or IDNet channel.
5.1.1 Use of MAPNET I devices on MAPNET II channel
 Twisted, shielded pair is required for the entire length of the channel if MAPNET I devices
are used.
 Use of Mapnet I and Mapnet II devices are not allowed on the IDNet channel.
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5.2 IDNet requirements
Note: In the following paragraphs the term "IDNet channel" is used to mean those lines connected to
any one IDNet Transceiver board (e.g. SFIO on 4010, SPS or IDNet card on 4100U). Parallel runs
from the same board do not constitute separate channels. The term "continuous run" refers to the
distance from the panel to the furthest device when wired Class B. When wired Class A, this is the
distance from the primary output, through all devices and back to the secondary output.
Shielded wire is recommended to improve noise immunity, however, the installation of

shielded wire may reduce wiring distance due to high capacitance from some shielded wire.
For maximum wiring distance, we recommend using wire with a capacitance of no more
than 30pF per foot (conductor to conductor).
Requirements on IDNet wiring:
 DC inductive loads greater than 5 amps 30vdc are not allowed in the same conduit.
 DC bells less than 35Vdc and less than 3 amps are allowed in the same conduit.
 A load up to 240VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, 10 amps (one circuit) is allowed in the same conduit.
 If IDNet and 4100 RAI or 4100 RUI or N2 Comm are run in the same conduit either IDNet
or the RAI or the RUI or the N2 Comm must be shielded.
 DC horns, strobes or horn/strobe combination units (Simplex listed) up to 3.0 amps are
allowed in the same conduit.
 No more than .60f of total capacitance (including wire to wire and wire to shield) is allowed
on any IDNet channel. These ratings are inclusive of added transient suppressors, refer to
Section 4.1.
 Maximum resistance for ONE continuous IDNet run (inclusive of added transient
suppressors):
35 Ohms with up to 250 IDNet devices on IDNet channel.
50 Ohms for up to 125 IDNet devices on IDNet channel
NOTES: When run exceeds 2,500 ft. it is necessary to use twisted, shielded cable.
 When IDNet is run in conduit with data communication lines (4100 RUI, RS232, etc.) either
the IDNet lines must be twisted, shielded pair, or the communications lines must be twisted
shielded pair. It is acceptable for both IDNet and the communications lines to be twisted
shielded pair.
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 Twisted, shielded pair is required if three or more IDNet or MAPNET channels are run in the
same conduit.
 Twisted, shielded pair is required for any section of IDNet line that is run for more than
1,000 ft. in the same conduit with another MAPNET or IDNet channel.
5.3 IDNet2 requirements

Note: In the following paragraphs the term "IDNet2 channel" is used to mean those lines connected
to all (4) circuits of the IDNet2 board (e.g. Circuit A, Circuit B, Circuit). Parallel runs from the
same board do not constitute separate channels. The term "continuous run" refers to the distance
from the panel to the furthest device when wired Class B. When wired Class A, this is the distance
from the primary output, through all devices and back to the secondary output.
Requirements on IDNet2 wiring:
 DC horns, strobes or horn/strobe combination units (Simplex listed) up to 3.0 amps are
 No more than .60f of total capacitance (including wire to wire and wire to shield) is allowed
on any IDNet channel. These ratings are inclusive of added transient suppressors, refer to
Section 4.1.
 Maximum resistance for ONE continuous IDNet2 run (per Circuit, inclusive of added
transient suppressors):
35 Ohms with up to 250 IDNet devices on IDNet channel.
50 Ohms for up to 125 IDNet devices on IDNet channel
 Maximum capacitance from IDNet2 (+) of one channel to IDNet2 (+) of another channel is
1f.
 Maximum capacitance from IDNet2 (-) of one channel to IDNet2 (-) of another channel is
1f.
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Wiring Requirements for IDNet2 In Conduit with Other Circuits
Circuit List 1 Wiring Requirements Circuit List 2 Wiring Requirements

DC NAC Any NEC 760 wire TrueAlert Addressable Any NEC 760 wire
Analog Audio Riser TSP on analog riser only RUI/RAI/RSI Any NEC 760 wire
Digital Audio Riser UTP on digital riser only (Another) IDNet2 Channel Any NEC 760 wire
4100U Speaker NAC UTP on Speaker NAC only MAPNET II Isolated Any NEC 760 wire
(Other) Speaker NAC TSP on Speaker NAC only MAPNET II Non-isolated TSP on MAPNET II only
Remote Microphone TSP on remote microphone only Network Communications UTP on Network only
Firefighter's Telephones TSP on telephone wiring only
NOTES:
1. UTP = Unshielded Twisted Pair wiring; TSP = Twisted Shielded Pair Wiring
2. 4100U MAPNET II communications can be selected as either isolated or non-isolated. Refer to installation instructions
579-022 for details
3. Interaction between other types of circuits must still be considered (e.g., Speaker NAC and RUI/RAI/RSI, Firefighter’s
Phones & Network Communications, etc.). Refer to 900-242 Field Wiring Specifications for details.
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4120 NETWORK Requirements
Network products covered by this section include the: 4120-6011, 4120-6012, 4120-0140, 4020-
6012, 4120-6014, 4002/4020-6014, 4120/4190-6030, 4120/4190-6031, 4010-9817/9821, 4100-
6056, 4100-6057, 4190-9826, 4190-9827.
Requirements on 4120 network wiring:
 DC bells (series coded or parallel) less than 35Vdc and less than 2.6 amps are allowed in the
same conduit.
 A load up to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, 10 amps (one circuit) is allowed in the same conduit.
 DC strobes (Simplex listed) up to 2.0 amps are allowed in the same conduit.
5.3.1 Copper Line Characteristics
4120 Network “Wired” (formerly called RS-485) Communication wiring should be 18 AWG
twisted, pair, or 24AWG twisted pair (Telephone Cable). Shielded Cable is recommended for new
installations. When shielding is used, the shield shall be connected to Earth Ground, at the Left Port
end of span only. All Network wiring must meet National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.
Suppressor 2081-9044 shall be used with the 4120 Network wiring (“Wired” and Modem) when
leaving one building and entering the next. This Suppressor adds .006 uF across the lines and 3
ohms of resistance to each line. Maximum number of suppressors allowed is 2 per point to point
connection. The addition of the suppressors does not affect wired or modem connection distances.
No T-tapping of the Network conductors is allowed. Network wiring is point-to-point only.
Maximum line length between ports at 57,600 and 9600 bits per second is shown in the table below.
Network Speed 18 Gauge TSP Wire. 24 Gauge TP Wire.

Maximum capacitance between Maximum capacitance between
conductors: 58 pf. per foot conductors: 22 pf. per foot
57,600 bps 10,000 feet 7,000 feet
9600 bps 17,000 feet 12,000 feet
Table 5-1 - 4120 Network: Maximum Transmission Distances, “Wired” Network
5.3.2 Fiber Optic Cable Characteristics

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Note: this section refers only to the fiber limitations of the fiber media modules that attach to a
network interface card. For the Fiber Optic Multiplex Modem, refer to section 5.7.
All fiber cables shall be multimode, graded index. ST style connectors must be used. No physical
strain shall be put on the cables. There must be no cable bends of less than a two inch radius.
Two methods are available for joining fiber cable. Splices provide a permanent, very low loss,
fiber-to-fiber connection and should only be performed by experienced personnel. Couplers
provide temporary connection between two ST style connectors with a loss of 1.2dB. Both
methods are allowed on a fiber 4120 Network.
The characteristics of the 4100-0143 or 4100-6057 fiber optic media card are as follows.
Minimum Launch Power into a 50/125 cable is 50 uW (-13 dBm). Minimum Launch Power into
a 62.5/125 cable is 109.5 uW (-9.6dBm). The maximum value for the minimum input sensitivity
of the receiver is 1.0 uW (-30 dBm).
Maximum line lengths for 50/125 and 62.5/125 cable with 2 different specified losses per
kilometer are shown in the table below.
Fiber Cable Loss Per Kilometer Power Margin Maximum distance

50/125 Fiber 4 db 4 db 10,000 feet
50/125 Fiber 3 db 3 db 15,000 feet
62.5/125 Fiber 4 db 4 db 13,000 feet
62.5/125 Fiber 3.75 db 3 db 15,000 feet
Table 5-2 - 4120 Network: Maximum Distances, Optical Fiber
All the information above is based on the minimum launch power of the transmitter into the
specified cable and the maximum value of the minimum input sensitivity of the receiver. For a
complete list of fiber cables and their transmission distances, refer to document 900-143, "Fiber
Optic System Tutorial and Installation Recommendations."
5.3.3 4120 Modem Requirements
Modems should only be used on a 4120 network on a Physical Bridge card. Network spans
using modems are discouraged. Under no circumstances should more than a single span (2
modems) in a network loop be over modem communications.
5.3.3.1 Characteristics For Long Haul Leased Line Telephone Company Circuits
Telephone circuits must be private leased lines for analog data communications, point to
point, full duplex, no line conditioning or signaling required, two wire line interface with RJ-
11 termination.
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5.3.3.2 Characteristics For Short Haul Twisted Pair Circuits
The modems may be connected directly to one another using twisted pair copper wire.
Unshielded #24 AWG twisted pair wire may be used for direct point to point
communications up to 15,000 feet. Shielded wire may be used in noisy environments. The
shield should only be terminated to earth at one end of the line. The maximum capacitance
must be limited to 22pf per foot.
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5.4 N2 Comm (4010)
4010 N2 communications should be wired using 18 AWG twisted pair or 18 AWG twisted
shielded pair.
If the N2 circuit is wired as a “Bus” (continuous run), with the Master at one end, the maximum
distance using 18 AWG (or larger) twisted pair wire is 4000 feet. Maximum line-to-line
capacitance is 0.58 F. A 733-974 EOL Harness should be placed across the line at the furthest
device.
If wired “T-Tap”, the maximum distance to any device is 2,500 feet using 18 AWG (or larger)
twisted pair wire. Maximum allowed total wiring is 10,000 feet. Maximum line-to-line
capacitance is 0.58 F. A 733-974 EOL Harness should be placed across the line at the furthest
device, only one remote device to be terminated per system.
Requirements on N2 wiring:
 DC inductive loads less than 5 amps 30vdc are allowed in the same conduit.
 If N2 communications circuits are run in the same conduit as MAPNET II or IDNet either
MAPNET II (or IDNet) or the N2 Comm must be shielded.
 DC strobes, horns or horn/strobe combination units (Simplex listed) up to 2.0 amps are

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5.5 RUI/RAI (4100-0304/4100-0303)
Requirements on RUI/RAI wiring:
 DC inductive loads greater than 5 amps 30vdc are not allowed in the same conduit as
RUI/RAI.
 If RUI/RAI are run in the same conduit as MAPNET II or IDNet, either MAPNET II (or
IDNet) or the RAI/RUI must be shielded.
 DC horns, strobes, or horn/strobe combination units (Simplex listed) up to 2.0 amps are
 Maximum cable capacitance of .58uf between conductors and/or 35 ohms total line
resistance, inclusive of added transient suppressors, refer to Section 4.1.
 For class B wiring the maximum line length (18 AWG or larger pair) is 2500 feet for one
continuous run, with 10,000 feet maximum total if T-tapping is done.
 For class A and/or style 7 wiring, the maximum length is 2500 feet from the Comm A
terminals, through the Class A loop, terminating at the Comm B terminals.
NOTE: 4100 STYLE 7 REQUIRES RIC II INTERFACE IN REMOTE UNITS.

4100U TIC has style 7 built in.
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5.6 TrueAlert
This section gives recommendations for wiring TrueAlert circuits. Refer to the Field Wiring
Drawing for the TrueAlert controller that you are using for wire size and length limitations due
to circuit style, alarm current loading, and communication circuit unit loading. If there is
conflict between these recommendations and the TrueAlert controller Field Wiring Drawing
requirements the FWD takes precedence.
5.6.1 Standard Circuit Wiring
The preferred media for TrueAlert circuits is unshielded twisted pair (UTP) wiring. This wiring
must have a capacitive rating of less than 60pf/ft and minimum 3 twists (turns) per foot.
The insulation rating must be appropriate for the application.
When TrueAlert circuits are run on UTP in conduit with other fire alarm circuits, then
those circuits must adhere to the following:
[IDNet / MAPNET II] circuits-

these circuits must be twisted shielded pair when multiple
IDNet/MAPNET II circuits share the same conduit with the TrueAlert
circuits;
if a single IDNet/MAPNET II circuit, then this circuit must be twisted

shielded pair when the shared conduit length exceeds 1000’.
[RUI / RAI / RS232] circuits-

these circuits must be twisted shielded pair when the shared conduit
length exceeds 250’.
[Wired Network / Phone / Microphone / Music / Audio(25V/70Vrms)] circuits –

must be twisted shielded pair.
The shared distance specifications above include all T-Taps and wire branches for Style 4
(Class B).
5.6.2 Un-controlled Impedance Wiring
Although TrueAlert circuits are intended to run twisted pair (controlled impedance) wiring, some
TrueAlert applications will wish to take advantage of existing wiring that is not twisted pair.
This is only allowed if both conductors of the TrueAlert circuit reside in the same metal conduit,
and only under the conditions listed in this section.
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A single TrueAlert circuit may run on up to 1000’ feet of non-twisted pair wiring if that
TrueAlert circuit is the only active circuit in the conduit. This distance includes all T-Taps and
wire branches for Style 4 (Class B). This distance applies to the entire loop run (B terminals to
A terminals) for Style 6 (Class A).
The following recommendations apply to TrueAlert circuits run in conduit on non-paired wiring
with other circuits also on non-paired wiring the in the same conduit. Maximum shared distances
include all T-Taps and wire branches sharing the conduit with the other circuit(s) for Style 4
(Class B) TrueAlert circuits.
A TrueAlert circuit with another TrueAlert circuit(s) – 500’ max wire run length shared
with any combination of the other circuit(s). Maximum 3 total circuits in the conduit.
A TrueAlert circuit with IDNet/MAPNET II circuits – 250’ max length shared with any
combination of the other circuit(s). Maximum 3 TrueAlert circuits and 1
IDNet/MAPNET circuit in the conduit.
A TrueAlert circuit with IDNet2 – 500’ max length shared with any combination of the
other circuit(s). Maximum 3 TrueAlert circuits and circuits in the conduit. You may go
the maximum conduit length of 1000’ with a single TrueAlert channel and IDNet2.
A TrueAlert circuit with Simplex Fire Alarm NAC (24V/2Amp) loaded with Strobes,
Horns, Doorholders, or Incandescent bulb loads – 500’ max wire run length shared with
any combination of the other circuit(s). Maximum 3 total circuits in the conduit.
A TrueAlert circuit with a 120Vac circuit with max 100VA load – 500’
max wire run length shared with the 120Vac circuit. Maximum 3
TrueAlert circuits and 1 120Vac circuit in the conduit.
No other circuit combinations are recommended when operating TrueAlert circuits on

non-paired wiring.
5.6.3 Shielded Wiring
TrueAlert SLCs may be wired using shielded twisted pair cable provided that the rules of
Section 5.6.1 are followed, and the following additional conditions are met:
 The shielded cable only contains a single active wire pair: the TrueAlert SLC. The cable
may contain other wire pairs enclosed by the shield only if those pairs are disconnected from
any electrical signal generator.
 Shielded twisted pair (STP) and un-shielded twisted pair (UTP) are not mixed on the same
TrueAlert SLC.
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 The shields of all branches, T-taps, or the entire Class A loop must be connected to the
negative return of the circuit at the TrueAlert controller. Note that each end of the shielded
Class A loop is connected to the B(-) and A(-) terminals, respectively. The only exception
to this is described in Transient Suppression, Section 4.1.1.
 The 10,000 foot total cable rating is limited to STP cable with a maximum capacitive rating
of 60pf/ft between a conductor and both the other conductor(s) and the shield. Where the
60pf/ft specification is exceeded, the total cable rating must be de-rated by the fraction
formed by 60/(per foot cap. rating). For instance, a cable rated 100 pf/ft decreases the total
foot cable rating of that TrueAlert SLC to 10,000 x 60/100, or 6,000 feet.
5.7 Fiber Optic Multiplex Modem (4100-6063, -6064)
The wired interfaces to the modem are all close nippled except for the three listed below. Refer
to the respective sections for each of these media for specifications.
 Network Communications Right Port

 Analog Audio X-links
 RUI X-link
The table below lists the fiber optic specifications of the modem.
Fiber Cable Max Attenuation Max Link Distance

Single-mode fiber 15dB Limited by attenuation only1
Multimode fiber2 6dB 5,000 feet
Notes:
1. The maximum attenuation for SMF should have the desired power margin (recommended
min: 3dB) subtracted, then the remaining attenuation can be divided between connector
and fiber loss (e.g. 15dB-3dB=12dB. Fiber of 0.34dB/km and no splices yields
12/0.34=35.3km).
2. Single-mode fiber is preferred in all applications.
3. No more than three splices should be used in a given link.
4. All multimode fiber must be graded index (GRIN).
5. The modem operates at 1310nm and 1550nm wavelengths. Typical fiber attenuation at
the time of this publication at these wavelengths is – single-mode: 0.34dB/km,
multimode: 1dB/km.
6. Attenuation measurements should be taken using a 1310nm source.
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6 Initiating Device Wiring.
All initiating device wiring should be a minimum of 18 AWG wire, and a maximum of 12 AWG
(or the maximum supported by the terminal block, whichever is less). General requirements on
zone wiring are:
 Simplex 4100 audio is allowed in the same conduit.
 A load greater than 10 amps, 120 VAC, inductive is not allowed in the same conduit.
 Initiating device wiring must have a resistance greater than 1 megohm to earth ground.
For Monitor zones or ZAMs with smoke detectors:
 If two wire detectors with relays or auxiliary terminals are used, relay operation cannot be
guaranteed unless it is the only device on that zone.
 Maximum of one detector in alarm can be guaranteed per zone.
The specific wiring requirements for different monitor circuits are given in the sections below.
6.1 4100 monitor (4100-5001,-5002,-5004, -5005,-5011,-5012,-5014, -5015)
The maximum distance supported by 4100 monitor cards is 10,000 feet or 50 ohms, whichever
comes first. Class A circuits have a maximum of 10,000 feet of total distance (5,000 feet to the
farthest device), or 50 ohms, whichever comes first.
For circuits with 2 wire smoke detectors 50 ohms is the maximum line resistance. For circuits
with dry contacts 800 ohms is the maximum line resistance.
6.2 Mapnet Monitor ZAM or 4 Wire Detector ZAM - Zone Wiring
Refer to Section 11.1 for DC power wiring distance.
For normally open contacts the maximum distance is 2,000 feet or 50 ohms whichever comes
first. For 2 wire detectors the maximum distance is 2,000 feet or 10 ohms, whichever comes
first.
6.3 IDNet Monitor ZAM – Zone Wiring

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For either normally open contacts or 2 wire detectors the maximum distance for the IDNet
Monitor ZAM zone is 2,000 feet or 10 ohms, whichever comes first.
6.4 MAPNET Class A Monitor ZAM – Zone Wiring
For normally open contacts the maximum distance for the zone is 2,000 feet or 200 ohms,
whichever comes first. For 2 wire detectors the maximum distance is 2,000 feet or 10 ohms,
whichever comes first. For normally open contacts or 2 wire detectors maximum distance is
2,000 feet or 10 ohms, whichever comes first., total from beginning of loop to end of loop.
6.5 Individual Addressable Modules (IAMs)
6.5.1 Mapnet IAM (2190-9172)
The MAPNET IAM only supports normally open contacts. The maximum wiring distance is
400 feet.
6.5.2 IDNet IAM (4090-9001)
The IDNet IAM only supports normally open contacts. The maximum wiring distance is 500
feet.
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7 Notification Appliance Circuit and Control Relay Contact Wiring
Maximum current, maximum wiring distance, and ratings for all notification (signal) circuits and
control relays can be found in the applicable field wiring diagrams or installation instructions.
The minimum wire size connected to control relay or auxiliary relay contacts must adhere to
National Electrical Code NFPA 70. The maximum wire size is 12 AWG or the terminal block
rating, whichever is lower.
The maximum distances for 4100 and Plate mounted signal ZAMs with the power supply in
same box is shown in Table 7-1. When the ZAM is remote from the power supply, see table 7-2
for signal ZAM distances.
Max. Distance in ft. (2 conductor cable)

I ckt (Amps) Rline MAX. 18AWG 16AWG 14AWG 12AWG
(ohms)
0.250 10.8 845 1340 2138 3400
0.500 5.4 420 670 1065 1700
0.750 3.6 280 445 710 1130
1.000 2.7 210 335 530 850
1.250 2.16 165 265 425 680
1.500 1.8 140 220 350 565
1.750 1.54 120 190 300 480
2.000 1.35 105 165 265 425
Table 7-1 4100 Plate Mounted Signal ZAM Distances
Max. Distance in ft. (2 conductor cable)

I ckt (Amps) Rline MAX. 18AWG 16AWG 14AWG 12AWG
(ohms)
0.250 8.0 625 995 1580 2000
0.500 4.0 310 495 790 1255
0.750 2.6 205 330 525 835
1.000 2.0 155 245 395 625
1.250 1.6 125 195 315 500
1.500 1.3 100 165 260 415
1.750 1.1 85 140 225 355
2.000 1.0 75 120 195 310
Table 7-2 Remote Mounted Signal ZAM Distances

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8 ۟24 POINT I/O (4100-0302, 4605-8401/8402)
All 24 I/O wiring must be a minimum of 18 AWG. The maximum wire size is 12 AWG or the
terminal block specification, whichever is smaller. General requirements on 24 I/O wiring are:
 Wiring must be in conduit or must be twisted shielded wire.
 No AC wiring allowed in the same conduit. (exception: switch input wiring if twisted
shielded pair is used.)
 If run in the same conduit with MAPNET or IDNet, either the MAPNET/IDNet or the 24
Point I/O wiring must be twisted shielded.
 If run in the same conduit with RAI, RUI, or N2, the RAI/RUI/N2 or the 24 Point I/O wiring
must be twisted shielded.
 Initiating wiring allowed in the same conduit.
 If run in the same conduit as signaling devices, the signaling wiring or the 24 Point I/O
wiring must use twisted shielded wire.
 If shielded wire is used on the 4100-0302, connect drain wire to "- PWR IN" terminals.
 If shielded wire is used on the 4605-8401/8402, connect drain wire to Earth Ground
 Switch input: maximum one way distance 2500 feet or 65 ohms total whichever comes first.
 Lamp output: maximum one way distance 600 feet or 2 ohms total whichever comes first.
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9 GRAPHIC SCU/RCU (4602-7101)
General requirements on SCU/RCU Graphic Driver Output/Switch Input Connections are as

follows:
 Close nipple wiring only.
 12 AWG maximum (terminal spec).
 Maximum distance 20 feet or 1 ohm, whichever comes first.
 Wires must be run in conduit containing graphic wiring only.

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10 RS232 Connections (4100-0112/0113, 4100-6038, 4010-9811/9812)
The 4100 RS232 signals are +/- 9 V DC at 1200-9600 baud.
When bringing remote DC power to Simplex approved DC printers the maximum resistance in
the power supply lines is 2 ohms total. This results in maximum wire pair distances of 150 feet
for 18AWG, 250 feet for 16AWG, 395 feet for 14AWG and 635 feet for 12AWG.
Communications line parameters for Simplex approved CRT's, 120 VAC printers and locally
powered DC printers connecting to a 4100-0112/0113 are (two 18 AWG twisted shielded pairs
assumed):
 1200 baud: .06uf or 2500 feet, whichever comes first.

 Lines cannot be run with 120 VAC or loads greater than 5 amps. Exception is power for unit.
For Simplex Colorgraphics, the RS232 Signal Ground Cannot be run in the same wire pair as
the Receive or Transmit signal. DO NOT use the drain wire or shield for the Signal Ground.
For Simplex approved CRT's, 120 VAC printers and printers (DC power from a power supply
next to the printer) connecting to a 4010-9811/9812, 4 wires are required for a CRT and 3 for a
printer.
Communications line parameters for Simplex approved CRT's, 120 VAC printers and locally
powered DC printers connecting to a 4010-9811/9812 are (three or four 18 AWG twisted
shielded pairs assumed):
 1200 baud: .042uF or 1300 feet, whichever comes first.

 Lines cannot be run with 120 VAC or loads greater than 5 amps. Exception is power for unit.
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11 Power Connections To Remote Devices
11.1 MAPNET II ZAM Power Wiring
For monitor ZAMS with two wire smoke detectors or DC 4 wire detector ZAMs, the maximum
one way distance for a power run (2 conductor cable) is given in Table 11-1 and Table 11-2
columns 2 & 3.
For monitor ZAMS with dry contacts the maximum one way distance (2 conductor cable) for the
power run is given in Table 11-1 and Table 11-2, columns 4 & 5.
For control ZAMS the maximum one way distance (2 conductor cable) is given in Table 11-1
and Table 11-2, columns 6 & 7.
To determine the maximum distance, calculate the total alarm current and find the row
corresponding to that current in the table. Get the wire distance from the corresponding column
(12 or 14 AWG wire). If longer distances are required, the alarm load current must be broken
up. A distributed power supply must be used to supply part of the alarm current.
11.2 IDNet Monitor ZAM POWER Wiring
The maximum allowable line drop for power to an IDNet monitor ZAM is 1.5 volts. The one
way distance is dependent on total current, with a maximum distance of 2500 feet. To calculate
the distance use the following equation:
D=K/(total current)
D=Distance of wire pair in feet

K=Constant (below)
12 AWG K = 400
14 AWG K = 259
16 AWG K = 164
18 AWG K = 108
11.3 Power to RAI or RUI Slaves
This section applies to bused power to 4100 slaves talking through the Remote Annunciator
Interface (RAI) or Remote Unit Interface (RUI). It does not apply if there is a remote power
supply (4100-0117) in the same box powering these boards.
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The maximum allowable line drop is 1.5 volts. Maximum wire size is 12 AWG, or the terminal
spec, whichever is smaller. One way distance is dependent on total current. To calculate the
maximum distance use the following equation:
D=K/(total current)
D=Distance of wire pair in feet

K=Constant (below)
12 AWG K = 469
14 AWG K = 300
16 AWG K = 183
18 AWG K = 117
Power lines cannot be run with voltage exceeding 300vac or loads greater than 20 amps.
11.4 12V DC Power Option (4100-5152) Security Device Power
The maximum allowable line drop is 1.2 volts. The maximum current is 2.0 amps. The
maximum wire size is 12 AWG maximum or the terminal spec, whichever is smaller.
One way distance is dependent on total current and can be calculated using the following
equation:
D=K/(total current)
D = Distance of wire pair in feet.

K = Constant (below)
12 AWG K = 377
14 AWG K = 237
16 AWG K = 149
18 AWG K = 93
Power lines cannot be run with voltage exceeding 300vac or loads greater than 20 amps.
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Total Monitor ZAM for Fire Monitor ZAM for use Control ZAM
Alarm Alarm Use Only with dry contacts
Current
(amps) Maximum Distance (feet)
14AWG 12AWG 14AWG 12AWG 14AWG 12AWG
.120 2316 3683 10554 16782 5609 8920
.240 1152 1832 5267 8375 2805 4460
.360 772 1227 3520 5598 1869 2972
.480 578 919 2634 4188 1402 2229
.600 464 736 2113 3360 1122 1785
.720 384 610 1760 2799 934 1486
.840 330 525 1509 2399 800 1272
.960 289 459 1321 2100 700 1114
1.080 257 409 1196 1864 623 991
1.200 232 368 1094 1678 560 892
1.320 209 333 960 1526 509 809
1.440 193 306 880 1398 467 743
1.560 178 283 812 1290 431 686
1.680 165 262 752 1196 400 636
1.800 154 245 705 1120 374 595
1.920 144 229 659 1048 350 557
2.000 136 217 634 1007 336 528
2.250 120 190 562 897 298 484
2.500 110 176 504 806 267 428
2.750 100 160 465 740 248 392
Table 11-1 ZAM Power Wiring: (.120-2.75 Amps)

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Total Monitor ZAM for Fire Monitor ZAM for use Control ZAM
Alarm Alarm Use Only with dry contacts
Current
(amps) Maximum Distance (feet)
14AWG 12AWG 14AWG 12AWG 14AWG 12AWG
3.000 92 147 422 670 224 356
3.250 85 136 390 620 206 328
3.500 79 125 362 576 192 305
3.750 74 117 339 541 180 284
4.000 69 110 317 507 168 269
4.250 65 104 299 477 158 250
4.500 61 98 281 447 149 237
4.750 58 92 267 425 140 223
5.000 55 88 253 403 134 214
5.250 53 84 241 384 128 204
5.500 50 80 230 366 122 195
5.750 48 77 220 350 117 186
6.000 46 74 211 336 112 179
6.250 44 71 203 322 108 171
6.500 43 68 195 310 103 165
6.750 41 65 188 299 100 159
7.000 40 63 181 288 96 153
7.250 38 61 175 278 93 148
7.500 37 59 169 269 90 143
7.750 36 57 163 260 87 138
8.000 35 55 158 252 84 134
Table 11-2 ZAM Power Wiring: (3.000-8.000Amps)

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12 Audio and Phone Wiring
The maximum allowable voltages in same conduit are 70Vrms or 30V DC in metallic conduit or
with shielded cable.
12.1 Speaker circuit wiring
The general requirements for speaker circuit wiring are:
 Twisted pair is required, #18 AWG minimum.
 If speaker circuits are run with RAI, RUI or MAPNET, then twisted shielded wire is required
on the speaker circuits.
 Speaker circuits, which are run in the same conduit with other speaker circuits that are
playing different messages, require shielded twisted pair.
Connect drain wire to amplifier 0V. 0V is found on the amplifier terminal block on the 4100U
analog and digital audio systems. Provisions for alternate shield termination using Earth ground
are provided on the amplifier chassis. 0V is used for shielding against crosstalk. Earth ground is
used if shielding for lighting protection (outside wiring).
Speaker circuit wiring distances can be found in the applicable field wiring drawings or
installation instructions.
12.2 Analog Audio riser wiring
The general requirements for audio riser (driven from a riser amplifier on Legacy systems, and
directly from the Audio Controller on 4100U systems) wiring are:
 Twisted shielded pair is required, #18 AWG minimum.
 4100U low voltage risers (4100-1210) must have their shields connected to 0V (shield
terminal) on the audio card. If the Audio riser is run outside, then use Earth for the shield by
connecting the drain wire to a mounting screw in the box.
 Maximum Distance 10,000 ft with #18 AWG (minimum).
 Three or more systems tied together via the Audio Controller Network inputs require the use
of a 742-302 Audio Isolator assembly at each remote Audio Controller Network input
(Legacy systems only).
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12.3 Digital Audio riser wiring

The requirements for 4100U digital audio riser are:
 Twisted pair is required - #18 AWG is recommended. There are two modes of operation with
the DAR. The modes correspond to the length of the communications lines between
cabinets: “Less than 500ft” and “Greater than 500 ft”. The mode is jumper selectable on the
newer CRC DAR Interface card.
 “Less than 500 ft” mode: Should be used if the distance between nodes is less than 500 ft.
The capacitance of the cable used must not exceed .02uF. Shielded or unshielded (preferred)
cable may be used. If shielded is used , shield to be connected to cabinet ground at transmit
(DAR Controller Primary, Remote DAR Secondary) output only. As always, the .02uF total
capacitance requirement applies.
 “Greater than 500ft” mode: Should be used if the distance between nodes is more than 500 ft.
Total capacitance may not exceed .055uF. If existing shielded wire is used (retrofit
applications) it may be used at reduced lengths (see below). A shield must be used
(connected to Earth) for wire that leaves buildings, however, for suppression.
 Maximum 18AWG UTP distance is 2500 feet point to point. This requires low capacitance
cable in order to meet the capacitance requirement of .055uF maximum. Subsequent Digital
Audio Riser Nodes may also be 2500 feet point to point. When using older Digital Audio
Riser Interface Cards (566-243, non CRC cards) the maximum line distance is 2500 feet,
total (not point to point) following the same rules as the point-to-point distance.
 Maximum 18AWG STP distance is 1000 feet point to point. This requires cable of less than
55pF/ft line to line for .055uF or less at 1000 ft. When using older Digital Audio Riser
Interface Cards (566-243, non CRC cards) the maximum line distance is 1000 feet, total (not
point to point) following the same rules as the point-to-point distance. One exception for the
1000 feet limit is Mineral Insulated Cable (Pyrotenax 2/18-215T). It has been tested and
complies up to a 2000-foot distance.
 Maximum resistance is 40 (point to point for newer DARICS, total for older DARICS
[566-243]).
 If a shield is used (for retrofit applications), connect the shield to earth through a mounting
screw at the transmit end of each leg. (Digital Audio Controller- Primary cable; Remote
cabinets-Secondary cable.) The shield may also be floated.
12.4 Music wiring (4100 Legacy)
The general requirements for music wiring are:
 Twisted shielded pair required, #20 AWG minimum.
 Connect drain wire to amplifier 0v.

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 Maximum signal input = 1 volts peak to peak (350mv RMS).
 Minimum signal input = .43 volts peak to peak (150mv RMS).
 Maximum distance from tuner to audio system is 2000 feet.
12.5 Music and non-alarm paging wiring (4100U)

The general requirements for music wiring are:
 Access to Non-Alarm paging and music equipment and controls should be limited to those in
authority to make adjustments.
 Twisted shielded pair required, #20 AWG minimum.
 Maximum signal input – 70% of the rated input voltage. (line level, 25Vrms or 70Vrms
depending on input configuration). Input card is to be adjusted to ensure that the output
voltage (HF supervision tone + non-alarm signals) is no more than the rated output voltage
the amplifier.
 Minimum signal input required to maintain supervision– none
 Minimum signal input required to turn on the speaker circuits – 30% of the rated input.
12.6 Firefighter Phone circuit wiring (Phone Risers and Phone Circuits)
The general requirements for phone circuit wiring are:
 Twisted shielded wire required.
 If phone circuits are run with RAI, RUI or MAPNET, then twisted shielded wire is required.
 If phone circuits are run with high intensity (100 candela) DC strobes (4904-9104,-9105),
then twisted shielded wire is required.
 Connect drain wire to phone card shield (0V) terminal.
Specifications Applicable to the 4100+ (Legacy) Firefighter Phone System only
 Maximum of 6 phones on line at one time (includes master phone).
 Maximum distances for phone circuit wiring (one way) are:

7500 ft. with #18 AWG
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Specifications Applicable to the 4100U Firefighter Phone System only
 Maximum of 7 phones on line at one time (includes master phone).
 Maximum distances for phone circuit wiring (one way) are:

3,500 ft. with #18 AWG
14000ft with #12 AWG
12.7 Remote Microphone
The general requirements for remote microphone wiring are:
 Maximum one way distance 4500 feet.
 18 AWG minimum.
 Twisted shielded pair required for microphone wires and two 18 AWG minimum wires for
"push to talk" (total 5 conductors).
12.8 Degraded Failsafe Mode Microphone
The general requirements for the DFSM wiring are:
 Twisted shielded pair is required, #18 AWG minimum.
 Shield to be connected to 0V (on the DFSM terminal bock) or to Earth via a mounting screw
if the DFSM Riser is to be run outside.
 Maximum total Distance 10,000 ft with #18 AWG (minimum).

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SIMPLEX ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM PANELS

FIELD WIRING SPECIFICATIONS

Document Number: 0900-242

Revision Date: June 3, 2014

COPYRIGHT © 2007, 2008, 2009 TYCO Electronic Products Group

REVISION DATE DRN/ECO DESCRIPTION

2 10/27/00 Revisions after internal R&D review.

D 9/25/04 H04-0001  Added IDNet+section

J 06/03/14 H14-0089 Changed IDNet+ to IDNet2.

4 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS FOR WIRING .................................................................................................7

8 ۟24 POINT I/O (4100-0302, 4605-8401/8402) ..................................................................................................26

9 GRAPHIC SCU/RCU (4602-7101) .................................................................................................................27

10 RS232 CONNECTIONS (4100-0112/0113, 4100-6038, 4010-9811/9812) ....................................................28

11 POWER CONNECTIONS TO REMOTE DEVICES ..................................................................................29

12.3 DIGITAL AUDIO RISER WIRING...................................................................................................................34

TABLE 4-1 SUPPRESSOR APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 8

All specifications herein are subject to local authority approval.

574-848 4100 Upgrade Installation Guide

NFPA 70 National Electric Code

4 General Precautions for Wiring

 All metallic wiring to have copper conductors.

4.1 Wiring That Leaves the Building

 Twisted shielded cable must be used.

4.1.1 Transient Suppression

4.1.1.1 Wiring which is installed external to a building must be protected by overvoltage

Suppressor Circuits Protected Additional Restrictions

Table 4-1 Suppressor Applications

4.1.1.1.1 TrueAlert Shield Connections

Suppressor Circuits Protected Additional Restrictions

Table 4-2 Suppressor Applications

5.1 MAPNET II Requirements (4100-0110)

Requirements on MAPNET wiring:

 Maximum length for ONE continuous MAPNET run:

5.1.1 Use of MAPNET I devices on MAPNET II channel

5.2 IDNet requirements

Shielded wire is recommended to improve noise immunity, however, the installation of

Requirements on IDNet wiring:

5.3 IDNet2 requirements

Requirements on IDNet2 wiring:

Wiring Requirements for IDNet2 In Conduit with Other Circuits

Circuit List 1 Wiring Requirements Circuit List 2 Wiring Requirements

4120 NETWORK Requirements

Requirements on 4120 network wiring:

5.3.1 Copper Line Characteristics

No T-tapping of the Network conductors is allowed. Network wiring is point-to-point only.

Network Speed 18 Gauge TSP Wire. 24 Gauge TP Wire.

Table 5-1 - 4120 Network: Maximum Transmission Distances, “Wired” Network

5.3.2 Fiber Optic Cable Characteristics

Fiber Cable Loss Per Kilometer Power Margin Maximum distance

Table 5-2 - 4120 Network: Maximum Distances, Optical Fiber

5.3.3 4120 Modem Requirements

5.3.3.2 Characteristics For Short Haul Twisted Pair Circuits

5.4 N2 Comm (4010)

5.5 RUI/RAI (4100-0304/4100-0303)

Requirements on RUI/RAI wiring:

NOTE: 4100 STYLE 7 REQUIRES RIC II INTERFACE IN REMOTE UNITS.

5.6.1 Standard Circuit Wiring

[IDNet / MAPNET II] circuits-

if a single IDNet/MAPNET II circuit, then this circuit must be twisted