ES-200X fire alarm control panels (FACPs) come with a pre-installed communicator and support up to 198 addressable devices (99 detectors and 99 modules). With an extensive list of powerful features, these FACPs are just like other & Fire-Lite® & addressable products, yet fit into applications previously served only by conventional panels. The pre-installed IPOTS-COM is a dual technology (POTS and IP) communicator. The POTS transmits system status (alarms, troubles, AC loss, etc.) to a central station via the public switched telephone network. The IP communicator’s internet monitoring capability sends alarm signals over the internet saving the monthly cost of two dedicated business telephone lines. Although not required, the secondary telephone line may be retained providing backup communication over the public switched telephone line. Optional cellular reporting is available. Remote and local programming of the control panels is possible using the FS-Tools upload/download utility. Programming databases can be uploaded/downloaded via the panel’s USB port (and USB cable) or via an Ethernet connection using the IPOTS-COM communicator. The USB port also allows for the download or upload of the entire program, history file, walk-test data, current status, and system voltages by means of a USB flash drive. The power supply and all electronics are contained on a circuit board supported on a new quick-install chassis and housed in a metal cabinet.