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MXL to FireFinder XLS Total Migration Solution. Why modernize your fire alarm system?. Current system head-end uses outdated microprocessor technology The components used in legacy fire alarm systems become difficult to secure Replacement parts become more expensive or unobtainable
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Why modernize your fire alarm system? • Current system head-end uses outdated microprocessor technology • The components used in legacyfire alarm systems become difficultto secure • Replacement parts become more expensive or unobtainable • Fire alarm system down for long periods of time • Cost to maintain existing system increases
Migration solution How do I modernize my fire alarm system while staying on budget? • Siemens will provide a smooth migration solution to modernizeyour fire alarm system in phases • Cost effective • Much more efficient approach • Minimize (or virtually eliminate) business mission disruptions
Features and Advantages • MXL Line Card that allows XLS to communicate to existing MXL devices • Cost effective solution for replacing installed MXL systems due to ability to keep existing field devices and wiring • Enclosure adapters that allow XLS components to fit into existing panel and remote annunciator back boxes • Use of existing back box eliminates an additional cut-out in the wall • Ability to import MXL device custom message database into XLS programming tool which reduces programming time and labor costs. • Overall, less downtime for fire alarm system during migration
MLC (MXL Line Card for FireFinder XLS) • Card for the FireFinder XLS panel which provides two addressable circuits • Each circuit supports 60 addressable devices • MLC supports 120 devices allowing the card to be a direct replacement for each existing MXL loop interface • Allows FireFinder XLS headend to use existing field devices and wiring!
Other reasons to upgrade to FireFinder XLS • The XLS offers new and superior industry-leading features, such as: • Improved performance and response time • PMI that provides ATM-like interfacefor easy annunciation and control • Digital Voice • Background music and convenience paging on voice systems • FireFinder XLS is the platform forfuture enhancements.
Overall Message • Current Head-end • Outdated technology • Costly to maintain due to component obsolescence • Extensive downtime during repairs • The Smooth Migration Solution • Retain existing field devices and wiring investment • Cost effective solution that extends existing system‘s life cycle for many years • Advanced system • Minimal system downtime during modernization • Springboard for future technology • Reduced maintenance costs