ORLANDO, FLA. (June 4, 2006) - SimplexGrinnell is advancing the capabilities of its flagship Simplex 4100U fire alarm system with the introduction of the InfoAlarm™ Command Center - an expanded large-screen panel display and intuitive user interface that can help speed the response to emergencies.

Designed to facilitate quick, easy operation in emergency situations, the Simplex 4100U InfoAlarm Command Center enhances fire and life-safety protection by expanding the amount of information that can be displayed on the panel. The multi-line display and the intuitive soft control keys enable system users, maintenance personnel and first responders to access clear, easy-to-understand information that can identify the location, nature and severity of an emergency or fire alarm system condition.

Plus, customers can further support fire protection and command operations by placing remote, compact-sized InfoAlarm command centers in building entrances, lobbies and other key locations.

"Today more than ever, access to information via the fire alarm system is critical in an emergency, whether it's a fire or other threatening situation," says John Haynes, Director of Product Line Marketing at SimplexGrinnell. "That's why the Simplex 4100U InfoAlarm Command Center is such an important advancement. In simplest terms, it gives system operators and emergency responders more 'at-a-glance' information about an event, without having to scroll or push buttons. As a result, the response can be more rapid and accurate."

Operating Flexibility, Easy Upgrades
The Simplex 4100U Fire Detection and Alarm Platform, a premier high-end network system that combines excellent fire detection, information management and integration capabilities with lower costs of installation and maintenance, is installed in over 50,000 locations, including scores of hospitals, schools, college campuses, commercial complexes and industrial facilities. In addition to the extended information display, the InfoAlarm Command Center, one of the first products listed to meet the new UL 864 fire alarm equipment testing standard, gives the Simplex 4100U system added flexibility to meet application-specific customer requirements. The key features and benefits include:

• Easy, cost-effective upgrades: SimplexGrinnell preserves customer investments by offering an affordable upgrade kit that enables previously installed Simplex 41000U systems to readily be equipped with an InfoAlarm Command Center, by replacing only the panel display. The upgrade kit also provides the 4100U system with expanded point capacity.
• Remote panel option: As many as 10 InfoAlarm Command Centers can be supported by a single Simplex 4100U panel. The low-profile remote displays are unobtrusive and can easily be mounted on most any surface.
• 'On the fly' instant-switch language selection: This feature addresses the expanding market requirements for dual-language interfaces. In situations where system operators may need text in languages other than English, the InfoAlarm Command Center can display an alternate language with a simple push of a button.
• Site map: This feature allows a bitmap image of a facility's site plan to be displayed on the command center, thereby enabling the location of a fire, emergency or alarm system condition to be shown graphically. The site plan is also helpful in complying with unique customer applications or market - specific requirements.
• Watermark background: This feature allows a custom gray-scale watermark background image, such as a company name or logo, to be displayed.
• Custom activity display choices: This feature enables the information that's displayed on the InfoAlarm Command Center to be configured in a number of ways, thereby helping the fire alarm system meet requirements of local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) or customer-specific operating needs.

About SimplexGrinnell
SimplexGrinnell, a business unit of Tyco Fire & Security, provides a comprehensive array of fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire suppression, integrated security, sound and healthcare communications systems and services. With half a million customers, 11,000 employees, 150 local offices, and over 200 years of history in the fire business, SimplexGrinnell is the leader in the fire and life-safety industry. For additional information, visit www.simplexgrinnell.com.