Simplex 4100 Integration: Gateways, Services, Resources
Intro to Simplex 4100 Computer Port Protocol
SimplexGrinnell, a subsidiary of Tyco International, is a company specialized in active fire protection systems, communication systems and testing, inspection and maintenance services. In 2016, Johnson Controls and Tyco completed a Merger and subsequently, JCI announced that the SimplexGrinner Brank will transition to JCI. JCI Will continue to sell Simplex Fire and Security Products under the Simplex brand name.
The Simplex 4100 protocol driver, aka FS-8700-41 Simplex Time Recorder Company 4100 Computer Port Protocol 8700-41, has been tested with most of the SimplexGrinnell product line and we believe that it is compatible with all, but testing is still required for some. See below for the list.
- 4020, 4100 and 4100U: Currently out of production.
- 4100ES: A large addressable, modular, and network-capable control panel intended for large to campus-size applications.
- 4010ES: A 250-point addressable control panel with the new features, networking, and design of the 4100ES intended for medium-size applications.
- 4007ES: A control panel with a 4.3" touchscreen available in a single-SLC addressable configuration, or a single-SLC hybrid system with 4 conventional zones intended for small to medium-size applications.
- 4006: A conventional panel expandable to 10 zones and intended for small applications.
- 4003EC: A small voice panel for emergency communications or mass notification.
- 4004R: A conventional, two-hazard suppression release panel.
The Simplex Time Recorder Company - 4100 Computer Port Protocol driver allows the FieldServer to transfer data to and from devices over RS-232 using Simplex Time Recorder Company - 4100 Computer Port Protocol.
QuickServer for Simplex 4100
The Simplex 4100 QuickServer (QS) is a high-performance, fully configurable, and cost-effective protocol gateway for integrating any SimplexGrinnell System.
The Gateway comes enhanced (500 points) and connects to RS232 ports. Chipkin knows this protocol to source code level – get expert support (Level 1,2) and configuration from day 1.
Simplex 4100 FieldServer gateways are available for over 150+ different protocol conversions. Take a look at our complete list. Or, please Contact Us for a free consultation or quote.
Dual-Ethernet Port QuickServer for Simplex 4100
The Dual Ethernet Port QuickServer is the premium secure QuickServer for those needing the best and most secure networks. Besides being capable of handling everything that the classic QuickServer and the QuickServer can handle, it also contains 2 Ethernet ports, can convert up to 10,000 points and has a lot of new security features. It supports 1 RS-485/RS232 Port, 1 RS485 Port, and two Ethernet ports.
With two Ethernet ports, the dual-port QuickServer allows data to move seamlessly across disparate subnets allowing seamless integration with maximum security.
Multiport Gateway for Simplex 4100
The FS-B3510 is one of the FS-X30 Series FieldServers designed to meet the needs of any system integrator.
The FS-B30 Series brings together the powerful FieldServer driver library with state-of-the-art gateway design. It supports 1,000 points which can be updrageded to 10,000 points allowing it to easily handle just about anything with no slowdown in performance.
Chipkin provides Simplex 4100 gateways for a wide number of conversions. For a list, please click here. Or, Please Contact Us for a free consultation.
Simplex 4100 Block Diagram
Simplex 4100 Datasheets, Manuals and other resources
Simplex 4100 has a large number of products and applications. See below for some resources:
FS-8704-26
Simplex 4100 Driver ManualList of Simplex 4100 Gateways (Protocol Converters)
- Simplex 4100 to Modbus RTU
- Simplex 4100 to BACnet IP
- Simplex 4100 to LonWorks
- Simplex 4100 to Modbus TCP
- Simplex 4100 to BACnet Ethernet
- Simplex 4100 to Metasys N2
- Simplex 4100 to TAC INet 2000
- Simplex 4100 to EST3 Serial
- Simplex 4100 to Ethernet IP
- Simplex 4100 to BACnet MSTP
- Simplex 4100 to AB CSP
- Simplex 4100 to Mudbus Jbus
- Simplex 4100 to Modbus Plus
- Simplex 4100 to XML
- Simplex 4100 to SBT-FSI (SIEMENS CERBERUS MXL)
- Simplex 4100 to Veeder Root
- Simplex 4100 to DNP 3.0
- Simplex 4100 to GE-SRTP
- Simplex 4100 to ControlLogix for SlotServer
- Simplex 4100 to DNP 3.0 Serial
- Simplex 4100 to Modbus ASCII
- Simplex 4100 to M-Bus
- Simplex 4100 to Notifier Onyx 640
- Simplex 4100 to Profibus DP Slave
- DF1 to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to Carrier DataLink
- McQuay to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to Notifier INA
- Caterpillar M5X to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to Data Aire DAP
- Simplex 4100 to Data Aire DART
- Secutron to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to RussElectric Model 2000
- Simplex 4100 to Silent Knight
- Simplex 4100 to ATMI ACM
- AB CSP to Simplex 4100
- Notifier Italia AM6000 to Simplex 4100
- Fike Cheetah to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to Notifier 200/300/400
- Simplex 4100 to Bacnet Ethernet
- Simplex 4100 to Lutron Machine
- Simplex 4100 to Notifier 3030
- Simplex 4100 to GE-SNP
- Simplex 4100 to Gardner Denver
- Simplex 4100 to Grinnell TFX Minerva
- Simplex 4100 to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to Modbus Tek-Air
- Simplex 4100 to Cleaver Brooks Hawk
- BACnet PTP Serial to Simplex 4100
- Hochiki Serial Driver to Simplex 4100
- Notifier 1010/2020 to Simplex 4100
- Canatal to Simplex 4100
- Zellweger Infratox to Simplex 4100
- Simplex 4100 to Notifier NCA
Description of the Simplex 4100 Driver
The FieldServer provides a generic MIB (Management Information Base) file that sets out the OID (Object Identifiers) structure. The FieldServer Enterprise ID is 6347. A selection of standard MIB-2 OID’s are supported to allow interaction with popular Network Management packages.
This driver is designed to connect to a Simplex 4100 panel equipped to support the “4100 Computer Port Protocol” as defined in Simplex’s document 950-004 Revision E dated 28 July 2000. The implementation provides a selected subset of protocol functions and subset of functionality for each of these selected functions. It is important to note the exclusions and limitations described in this document.
The driver is capable of parsing and storing information sent by a panel in the form of unsolicited messages which are typically generated when there is a state change in the panel or one of the connected devices. The driver is also capable of polling for point and panel status data and some additional data such as the panel’s time and revision information. In addition, the driver is capable of setting some control points in the panel – acknowledging and resetting alarms and writing data (where permitted) to some analog and discrete points.
When configured as a Client, the FieldServer can read objects from the Server using Get, GetNext (walk) or GetBulk commands. The GetBulk command is very useful to transfer large amounts of data. The FieldServer can update objects in Agent using the Set command.
This is a client only driver and is not capable of emulating a Simplex Panel. Server emulation is provided for test purposes only and is not supported or documented.
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