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IPGSM-4GC
IP Internet & GSM
(4G/3G/2G) Dual Path Communicator
General
The IPGSM-4GC is a 4G fire alarm communicator that offers
contact ID reporting with any Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
that has a built-in dialer. This easy to install, dual path commu-
nicator connects directly to the primary and secondary com-
munication ports of a fire panel’s Digital Alarm Communicator
Transmitter (DACT). It offers three selectable reporting paths
which include: Cellular only, IP only, or IP primary/cellular
backup. In the event of an off-normal condition, the fire panel
sends contact ID formatted information to the IPGSM-4GC
communicator panel. The IPGSM-4GC then reformats the
data into highly encrypted Ethernet packets for transmission to
the Alarm-Net receiver via customer provided Internet/Intranet
connection or the GSM network.
Alternative communication methods are critical in the market-
place due to VoIP (Voice over IP), migration from POTS (Plain
Old Telephone Service) and growth of digital radio networks.
The IPGSM-4GC's
exclusive dual-path communications
solution combines Internet service with GSM for added reli-
ability and an extra level of security. All signals from the
IPGSM-4GC communicator panel are delivered to Honey-
well’s AlarmNet Network Control Center, which routes the
information to the appropriate central station. The state of
the art AlarmNet network control center is fully redundant
and monitored 24/7. AlarmNet has the ability to route mes-
sages using AlarmNet-i and 800 PLUS services, providing
true redundancy and multi-path message delivery.
The IPGSM-4GC is designed to operate over the most com-
mon GSM networks including 2G, 3G, and 4G. Its multi-GSM
platform technology automatically chooses the best available
cellular signal in the area based on signal strength and seam-
lessly self-adjusts to maintain critical life safety communica-
tion.
Features
• Saves the cost of two dedicated phone lines.
• Dual path communications. Can communicate to central
station using Internet or cellular technology.
• Requires no change to the existing Fire Alarm Control
Panel configuration. The IPGSM-4GC connects directly to
the primary and secondary telephone ports.
• Multi-GSM platform compatibility for 2G, 3G, and 4G.
• Operates over the following communication protocols:
HSPA+ (4G), HSPA, HSDPA & HSUPA (3G), EDGE (2G),
GPRS (2G).
• Works over any type of customer provided Ethernet 10/100.
• Base network connection (LAN or WAN), DSL modem or
cable modem.
• Data transmits over standard contact-ID protocol but is
secured with the industry's advanced encryption standard
(AES 256 bit).
• Supports both dynamic (DHCP) or Public and Private Static
IP addressing.
• Built-In Power Supply module: On board charging circuit
design accommodates back-up battery. Includes primary
power and battery supervision.
• Diagnostic LEDs: Signal strength and status indicators.
• Reliable connection: IP and GSM connection tested every
day.
• QOS: Quality of Service diagnostics via AlarmNet conveys
vital communicator information including when message
was received, signal strength, and message path used.
• 7720P Hand-held programmer for easy setup.
Operation
When an event occurs, the Fire Alarm Control Panel goes off
hook to dial the central station. The IPGSM-4GC Dialer Cap-
ture Module detects the off-hook condition and provides the
fire panel with a dial tone. When the fire panel detects the dial
tone, it begins dialing the central station. After the dialing is
completed, the Dialer Capture Module returns a handshake to
the fire panel. The fire panel then sends the contact ID reports
to the Dialer Capture Module, which in turn sends a kiss-off
after the report is successfully received from the fire panel.
The Dialer Capture Module sends the contact ID reports to the
iGSM communications module. When all the reports are sent,
the fire panel goes on-hook. The iGSM communications mod-
ule then transmits the messages to the central station either
over the GSM network or the Internet (primary).
Easy to Program
The IPGSM-4GC communicator can be pre-programmed
using the 7720P programmer to enter all central-station infor-
mation. This is saved to the IPGSM-4GC communicator panel
memory. When the IPGSM-4GC communicator is installed at
the site and connected to the Internet/Intranet, it registers itself
with the AlarmNet receiver. This eliminates the need for a PC
at the remote site for programming.
.For most installations, the only required parameters are:
• Primary City ID (two digits) obtained from your monitoring
station.
• Primary Central Station ID (two digits) obtained from your
monitoring station.
• Primary Subscriber ID (four digits) obtained from your mon-
itoring station.
• Communication Module's MAC ID, and MAC CRC number
located on outside of box, and inside of the module.
All of these parameters are assigned by the monitoring station.
NOTE: Some assembly is required. See Installation and Setup
Guide #800-12458 for full details.