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Siemens Industry, Inc.
Building Technologies Division Delivery Release
Fire Safety & Security Products
Product Line: Fire Detection
Date: 2013-June– 14
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Solution Multi-channel
Author: Bruce Jankowitz
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Building Technologies Division
Fire Safety & Security Products
8 Fernwood Road
Florham Park, NJ 07932 {U.S.A.}
Page: 7 / 8 PLN Number: DR 08-14 XLS MP9
The PMI-2 has a second SD memory card slot that can be used for storage of system information. It is a
convenient place to store an SD card with backup system configuration files, module firmware, as-built
drawings (in electronic format), system reports, or maintenance information. Please note that the PMI-2 does
not directly have read/write access to this port supported at this time.
Migration path
PMI-2 hardware is backwards compatible with previous versions of XLS modules and cards. Therefore, a PMI can
easily be upgraded to a PMI-2. In some cases, the firmware for XLS modules and cards may need to be upgraded to
be compatible with PMI-2. Going forward, all NEW features will be implemented only on PMI-2. Note that when
changing the PMI to a PMI-2 on any one node in a XNET system, all other nodes should be upgraded at the same
time to synchronize the PMI-2 firmware and Zeus software versions.
PMI2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1 Is the PMI-2 and GPMI-2 backwards compatible with previous version of XLS?
A1 YES! Although it may require module firmware upgrading, the new PMI-2 is backward compatible.
Q2 Can I use a mix of PMI and PMI-2 on a single networked FireFinder XLS system?
A2 YES! PMIs will need to be brought up to the new firmware revision.
Q3 Will I lose functionality when upgrading from PMI/GPMI to PMI-2/GPMI-2?
A3 No – in fact you will GAIN more logic functions and more external references.
Q4 Are the PMI and GPMI going to be discontinued?
A4 We will offer the PMI and GPMI while supplies last. When supplies run out, they will be discontinued. This
discontinuance is expected in the spring/summer of 2013.
Q5 How long will PMI and GPMI continue to be supported?
A5 We will continue to support PMI and GPMI in compliance with Siemens policy of five years of repair or
replacement. This may include upgrading to the new PMI-2
Q6 Can I use the SD card on the PMI-2 or GPMI-2 to store other files?
A6 YES! There are two slots for SD cards – one for GPMI database information, and one for convenience
information.
Q7 Can I use the XLS upload cable for PMI-2?
A7 No. The PMI-2 uses the same USB cable used with the XND (for MXL uploads) or for the Cerberus &
Cerberus 50 point panels.
Q8 Will techs need to be re-trained to use the PMI-2?
A8 No. Retraining is not necessary to use the PMI-2.
Q9 Is the PMI-2 more expensive than the PMI?
A9 NO! The PMI-2 and the GPMI-2 are the same price as the PMI and GPMI. When the XLS electronic kits are
upgraded to PMI-2s they will also be the same price!
Q10 When will the PMI-2 and GPMI-2 be available?
A10 The PMI-2 is current available
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