
Features 
 
Multi-line expanded content display interface for 
Simplex®4100U Series fire alarm control panels, 
available with the following products: 
•  Fire alarm control panels (stand-alone or networked) 
including Redundant CPU options (Software Revision 
12 or higher is required) 
•  Network Display Units (NDU) (single language supports 
up to 12,000 points, bilingual operation supports up to 
9000 points) 
•  Remote Annunciator panels and models that mount in a 
dedicated cabinet (4100U control panels support Remote 
InfoAlarm Command Centers independent of host panel 
display type) 
•  Upgrade kits are available for legacy 4100 (1000 pt, 
4100+ systems) and 4100U control panels 
•  UL listed to Standard 864 
InfoAlarm Command Centers provide customized 
operating convenience: 
•  “Activity in System” primary display choices include: 
First and Most Recent, First 5 and Most Recent, First 8, 
Site Plan with activity status icons, General Alarm, or 
Direct to List; selectable individually by event type 
•  System reports are easily viewed; logs can be read with 
minimal scrolling required 
•  Up to six “softkeys” per screen provide functions that 
vary with the particular screen information aiding 
operators to determine how to proceed 
•  Up to two languages are available per system, easily 
selected by programmable key press (systems with 
IMS/GCC/NPU or 2 x 40 LCD panels or annunciators 
require one language to be the default font) 
•  International models allow customized language legends 
for operator keys and status LEDs 
Display properties: 
•  320 x 240 dot matrix (QVGA) display provides an active 
area of 4.53” W x 3.4” H (115 mm x 86 mm) displaying 
up to 854 characters using standard ASCII character font 
•  Bright white LED backlighting provides efficient and 
long lasting illumination; operation is selectable as 
continuous or off with power fail or with no key presses 
Introduction 
 
Displaying more information. 4100U Controls using the 
InfoAlarm Command Center provide an expanded content, 
multi-line LCD interface that requires minimal key presses to 
access detailed information. Because it is system-powered, its 
detailed information is provided without requiring separate 
supplementary equipment. 
InfoAlarm Command Center Control Panel. By using 
a larger area format instead of an individual text line display, 
the LCD provides text information for Alarm, Supervisory, or 
Trouble. The format is flexible and able to be customized per 
application allowing additional information to be presented to 
suit the specific application. 
Press ACK located under flashing indicat or.
Repeat operation until all events are acknowledged.
Local tone will silence.
Emergency Operating Instructions
Alarm or Warning ConditionHow to Ackno wledge / View Events
How to Sile nce Building Sign als
System indicator f lashing. Tone On.
Press Alarm Sil ence.
How to Reset System
Press System Reset.
Press Ack to silence tone d evice.
A B C D E F G HI
J K L M N O P Q R
'SP' ( ) , # :
S T U V W X Y Z /
ZONE
1
SIG
2
AUX
3
FB
4
IO
5
IDNet
6
P
7
A
8
L
9
NET ADDR
0
C/Exit
Menu Enter
Previous
Next
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AC
Power
ALARMS
Fire
Alarm Priority 2
Alarm
WARNINGS
System
Supervisory System
Trouble Alarm
Silenced
Fire Alarm
Ack Priority 2
Ack Supv
Ack Trouble
Ack Alarm
Silence System
Reset
 
InfoAlarm Command Center for Control Panel Mounting 
AB C DE F GH I
J K L M N O PQ R
'SP' ( ) ,# :
S T U VW X YZ /
ZONE
1
SIG
2
AUX
3
FB
4
IO
5
IDNet
6
P
7
A
8
L
9
NET ADDR
0
C/Exit
Menu Enter
Previous
Next
Page Dn
Page Up
AC
Power
ALARMS
Fire
Alarm Priority 2
Alarm
WARNINGS
System
Supervisory System
Trouble Alarm
Silenced
Fire Alarm
Ack Priority2
Ack Supv
Ack Trouble
Ack Alarm
Silence System
Reset
 
InfoAlarm Command Center in Remote Cabinet 
Description 
 
InfoAlarm Command Centers for 4100U fire alarm systems 
provide a large display with extended information content, 
dual language support including 2 byte character languages, 
and an intuitive control key interface per the following: 
•  Up to 10 InfoAlarm Command Centers are supported per 
4100U control panel; able to allow one InfoAlarm 
Command Center to take-control and to designate access 
levels for interfaces not in-control; LEDs can be 
programmed for in-control status indications 
•  Menu-driven format conveniently prompts operators for 
the next action required 
•  Key controls are provided to select the highlighted entry, 
load next screen of information, or jump to top or 
bottom of activity lists 
•  Direct point callup displays individual points 
alphabetically and then homes in on the logical choice as 
more point information is entered 
•  A Site Plan bitmap can be displayed for reference; icons 
can be added to indicate system status 
•  Up to 50 custom point detail messages can be generated 
•  Date formats are either MM/DD/YY or DD/MM/YY 
•  Time formats are either 24 hour or 12 hour with AM/PM 
•  System Normal screen supports a gray scale bitmap 
(watermark) for location name, company logo, or site plan 
* 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 7165-0026:251 
(non-high rise) and 7170-0026:250 (high rise) for allowable values and/or conditions 
concerning material presented in this document. It is subject to re-examination, revision, and 
possible cancellation. Accepted for use – City of New York Department of Buildings – 
MEA35-93E. 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 Safety Products Westminster. 
 Fire Control Panels 
UL, ULC, CSFM Listed; FM Approved; InfoAlarm™ Command Center 
MEA (NYC) Acceptance* for the 4100U Fire Alarm Control Panel
 S4100-0045-4 11/2007