Simplex 4603-9101 User guide

System Accessories, LCD Annunciators

UL, ULC Listed; FM, CSFM, 4603-9101 LCD Annunciator for
and MEA (NYC) Approved* 4100ES and 4100U Fire Alarm Control Panels

Features

Remote LCD annunciator for use with Simplex®
model:

 4100ES and 4100U fire alarm control panels
 Legacy products 4100, 4120, and 4020 fire alarm control

panels, and 4100/4120 Universal Transponders

Information display features:

 Maintained display of first alarm is available with

4100ES and with 4100U at software revision 11.11 or
higher

 Wide viewing angle, super-twist LCD technology with

green LED backlighting

 Two lines of 40 characters each
 LED status indicators
 During battery backup, backlighting is disabled until

there is switch activity

Controls include:

 Switches for system acknowledge, alarm silence, and

system reset

 Four programmable control switches
 Lamp/LCD test

Wiring information:

 RUI (Remote Unit Interface) communications require a

single twisted wire pair (see p. 3 for more information)

 Separate wiring is required for 24 VDC control panel

power

Description (Continued)

Repeated operation of the appropriate acknowledge
switch will scroll the LCD display showing activity in the
sequence of occurrence. The tone-alert also pulses to
indicate the operation of any of the push-button switches.

Consult local code requirements for guidance in
determining applications and location of the 4603-9101
LCD annunciator.

Operation

System Controls. Notification appliances can be

deactivated by pressing the “ALARM SILENCE” switch.
(Exact operation is determined by the host control panel
such as visible appliances remaining on until system is

4603-9101 LCD Annunciator

reset.) Pressing the “SYSTEM RESET” switch restores

Flush mount on standard electrical boxes

Options:

 2975-9206, Surface mount box
 4603-9111, Brushed stainless steel trim

UL Listed to Standard 864

Description

Remote Control and Annunciation is provided using

an 80 character, back-lit, alphanumeric display.
Information is presented in clear, descriptive English
language and includes: Point Status (alarm, trouble, etc.);

Alarm Type (smoke detector, manual station, etc.);
Number of System Alarms, Supervisory Conditions,
and Trouble Conditions; and a Custom Location Label.

Wiring. A single twisted wire pair provides serial RUI
communications that also supports other Simplex serial
annunciators on the same wire pair.

Multiple Indications. Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble
conditions are also indicated by dedicated LEDs and a
tone-alert audible sounder. Each condition has a dedicated
acknowledge push-button switch that silences the
tone-alert but leaves the LED on until all conditions in
that category are restored to normal. Switch operation is
either globally or individually acknowledgeable,

the system to normal operation. When system activity is
normal, the LCD displays the time, date, and “SYSTEM
IS NORMAL.”

Control Switches. Four programmable “CONTROL”
switches and associated LEDs are included. Typical
applications include manual evacuation, door holder
release bypass, and elevator capture bypass.

Keyswitch Enable. All switches on the annunciator are
controlled by the “ENABLE” keyswitch with a key that is
removable only in the disabled position. A brief
lamp/LCD test is performed whenever the keyswitch is
changed from enabled to disabled.

Battery Backup Operation. During battery backup,
the LED backlighting is disabled to conserve battery
power. When an annunciator switch is activated, the
backlighting is automatically enabled. After
approximately 30 seconds of inactivity, the backlighting
will again be disabled.

* 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
7120-0026:0179 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
Fire Protection Products.

determined by the control panel operation.

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Product Selection

Model Description

4603-9101 Remote LCD Annunciator with beige trim

4603-9101CF

4603-9111 Brushed stainless steel trim option

2975-9206 Matching surface mount box; ivory finish

Remote LCD Annunciator with beige trim, with French
keypad for Canada

Refer to specifications on page 3 for
additional details

2081-9044

Overvoltage protector; required where annunciator communications and power wiring exits and enters a
building; refer to data sheet S2081-0016 for details

4603-9101 Operator Information

2 X 40 LCD READOUT, green LED

backlighted during normal conditions
and abnormal operating conditions

FOUR PROGRAMMABLE (Yellow) LEDs,

each with pushbutton switch and custom
labeling pocket

FIRE

ALARM

ALARM

ACK

PRIORITY 2

ALARM

ALARM

ACK

SYSTEM

SUPERVISORY

SUPV

ACK

SIX STATUS INDICATOR LEDs provide system status

indications in addition to LCD information; LEDs flash to
indicate the condition and then when acknowledged,
remain on steady until reset; Fire Alarm and Priority 2
Alarm are red; System Supervisory, System Trouble,
and Alarm Silenced are yellow; Power On is green

DISPLAY TIME

displays time of last
occurrence of event

SYSTEM

TROUBLE

POWER

ON

ALARM

SILENCED

DISPLAY

TIME

list being displayed;
or displays current
time when viewing
system status

TBL
ACK

ALARM

SILENCE

SYSTEM

RESET

information

ALARM ACK/FIRE ALARM acknowledges
a Fire Alarm condition and silences the
panel and all annunciator tone-alerts

ALARM ACK/PRIORITY 2 acknowledges
a Priority 2 Alarm condition and silences
the panel and all annunciator tone-alerts

CONTROL ENABLE
KEYSWITCH

controls all switch functions;
key is removable only in

SYSTEM RESET restores
control panel to normal
when all alarmed inputs
are returned to normal

disabled position

SUPV ACK acknowledges System
Supervisory conditions and silences the
panel and all annunciator tone-alerts

ALARM SILENCE causes audible and
visible notification appliances to be
silenced (default operation, may be

TROUBLE ACK acknowledges
System Troubles and silences the

modified through panel programming for
compliance with local requirements)

panel and all annunciator tone-alerts

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4603-9101 LCD Annunciator Specifications

For additional information, refer to Installation Instructions 579-979.

General Operating Specifications

Voltage 18 to 32 VDC, system supplied

Normal Operating Current 110 mA (with LED backlighting on)

Battery Standby Current

Alarm Current 140 mA maximum (LED backlighting is on and tone-alert is sounding)

Operating Temperature Range 32° to 120° F (0° to 49° C)

Operating Humidity Range Up to 93% RH, non-condensing at 100° F (38° C)

Communications

4100ES/4100U Capacity,
Per RUI Output

Capacity

Wiring Requirements

Standard Wiring Type Unshielded twisted pair (UTP), 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) for most applications, see below

Wiring Characteristics

Wiring Applications

RUI Data

Power Wiring 18 to 12 AWG (0.82 mm2 to 3.31 mm2) wires for 24 VDC system power

Earth Wiring

Requiring Shielded,

Twisted Pair (STP)

Class B “T-Tap” wiring

distance

Class X wiring distance Up to 2500 ft (762 m)

65 mA (during battery backup, LED backlighting is turned off after 30 seconds without
switch activity)

RUI (Remote Unit Interface) external annunciator communications line SLC (signaling

Type

line circuit)

Up to 31 remote annunciators/MINIPLEX transponders per channel including the
4603-9101 LCD Annunciator, the 4602-9101 Status Command Unit (SCU), and
4602-9102 Remote Command Unit (RCU); refer to data sheet S4100-0031 for
additional 4100ES information

0.58 µF (580 nF) maximum capacitance between conductors; 35  maximum total
line resistance

1. Wiring that leaves the building. Also requires Isolated Loop Circuit Protectors on
each end, refer to data sheet S2081-0007 for 2081-9027 (200 mA), or
S2081-0008 for 2081-9028 (5 A)

2. Wiring run in 500 ft (152 m) or more of conduit.

3. Wiring closely bundled with standard IDNet communications or TrueAlert
addressable communications (not required when run with IDNet+
communications).

Up to 10,000 ft (3048 m) total wiring; up to 2500 ft (762 m) to farthest device

A dedicated earth ground connection to the electrical box is required for proper ESD
and EMI protection; wire in accordance with NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code)
Article 250

Mounting Information

NOTE: General Conduit Entrance

Requirement

Trim Dimensions 4 ½” H x 11 13⁄16” W (114 mm x 300 mm)

Standard Trim Finish Steel, painted beige

4603-9111, Optional Trim

Boxes for Flush Mounting
(supplied by others)

Conduit entrance must be located a minimum of 2 ¾” (70 mm) from the front of the
box to clear assembly

Brushed stainless steel (ordered separately); supplied with both slotted and tamper
resistant screws

6-Gang, 3 ½” (89 mm) deep: RACO 965, 6-gang masonry box; RACO 590, gangable
switch box, 6 required; or equal

2975-9206, Surface Mount Box Option (ordered separately)

Dimensions 11

Finish Painted steel, ivory finish

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⁄32” W x 4 ⅝” H x 2 ¾” D (304 mm x 117 mm x 70 mm)

Mounting Information

Flush Mount Ganged Boxes:

Requires 6-gang box, 3-1/2" (89 mm) min.

depth, use (6) RACO # 590 or equal

(supplied separately)

Flush Mount Masonry Box:

Use RACO # 965, 3-1/2" (89 mm) deep

or equal (supplied separately)

Surface Mount Box:

Simplex model 2975-9206

2-3/4” deep (70 mm)

(ordered separately)

LCD Annunciator Assembly

Trim plate

Terminal block

access at rear of

assembly, this side

Note: Review box choice with assembly layout before selecting conduit
entrance location to allow easy access to terminals

ALARM

ALARM

FIRE

PRIORITY 2

SYSTEM

SUPERVISOR Y

SUPV
ACK

SYSTEM

TROUBLE

TBL
ACK

ALARM

ALARM

ACK

ACK

POWER

ALARM

SILENCED

ON

ALARM

SILENCE

DISPLAY

SYSTEM

RESET

TIME

Wiring Reference

Wiring Notes:

1. Communications require a single 18 AWG twisted pair.

2. Power requires two, 18 to 12 AWG wires for 24 VDC system power,
plus Earth Ground to each electrical box.

3. Refer to Installation Instructions 579-979 for additional wiring
specifications.

FIRE

PRIORITY 2

ALARM

ALARM

ACK

ALARM

SYSTEM

SYSTEM

POWER

DISPLAY

TIME

SILENCED

ALARM

SUPERVISORY

TROUBLE

ON

SUPV

TBL

ALARM

ALARM

SYSTEM

ACK

ACK

ACK

SILENCE

RESET

FIRE

ALARM

ALARM

ACK

ALARM

PRIORITY 2

SYSTEM

SYSTEM

POWER

DISPLAY

TIME

SILENCED

ALARM

SUPERVISORY

TROUBLE

ON

SUPV

TBL

ALARM

ALARM

SYSTEM

ACK

ACK

ACK

SILENCE

RESET

4603-9101 LCD Annunciators

Fire Alarm Control Panel

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