Simplex 4603-9101 LCD Fire Alarm Annunciator, Remote Display Panel with Trim Plate
£104.40
The Simplex 4603-9101 Remote Annunciator offers 80-character backlit LCD display, dedicated status LEDs, and tone-alert sounder for clear fire alarm system communication. Includes trim plate and mounting box. Compatible with 4100ES, 4100U, and legacy Simplex fire panels.
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- Technical Specification
Description
Simplex 4603-9101 Remote LCD Annunciator with Trim Plate and Box
The Simplex 4603-9101 Remote Annunciator is designed to provide intuitive, clear fire alarm system communication with its 80-character backlit alphanumeric LCD display. It supports remote control functions including system acknowledge, alarm silence, and system reset, using dedicated push-buttons and tone-alert feedback.
Compatible with Simplex 4100ES, 4100U, 4100, 4120, 4020 panels, and Universal Transponders, this annunciator ensures seamless integration into both new and legacy fire alarm systems. LED indicators for Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble statuses offer at-a-glance system updates.
The unit uses RUI (Remote Unit Interface) communications over a single twisted wire pair and requires a separate 24 VDC power supply. The included trim plate and box make installation straightforward.
Ideal for installations requiring remote annunciation in high-visibility areas, the 4603-9101 enhances system monitoring and speeds response times during emergencies.
Key Features:
- 80-character LCD with green LED backlighting
- Dedicated LEDs for Alarm, Supervisory, Trouble conditions
- Audible tone-alert sounder with acknowledge/reset switches
- Supports scrolling of active events
- Compatible with multiple Simplex fire alarm control panels
- Includes trim plate and mounting box
- Easy RUI wiring with a single twisted pair
Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Suitable for NFPA-compliant installations
Additional information
| Weight | 2 lbs |
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| Color | Beige |
| Brand | Simplex |
| General Operating Specifications | ||
| Voltage | 18 to 32 VDC, system supplied | |
| Normal Operating Current | 110 mA (with LED backlighting on) | |
| Battery Standby Current | 65 mA (during battery backup, LED backlighting is turned off after 30 seconds without switch activity) |
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| 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 |
Type | RUI (Remote Unit Interface) external annunciator communications line SLC (signaling line circuit) |
| Capacity | 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 |
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| Wiring Requirements | ||
| Wiring Characteristics | 0.58 µF (580 nF) maximum capacitance between conductors; 35 W maximum total line resistance |
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| RUI Data | ||
| Wiring Applications Requiring Shielded, Twisted Pair (STP) |
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). |
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| Class B “T-Tap” wiring distance |
Up to 10,000 ft (3048 m) total wiring; up to 2500 ft (762 m) to farthest device | |
| Class X wiring distance | Up to 2500 ft (762 m) | |
| Power Wiring | 18 to 12 AWG (0.82 mm2 to 3.31 mm2 ) wires for 24 VDC system power |
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| Earth Wiring | 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 |
