To migrate an existing system, configuration data is transferred from the EST3 project to the EST4 platform using the Configuration Utility (CU) (Page 5) [1].
While many hardware components are reusable, you must replace specific modules based on your system design as detailed in the EST3 to EST4 Migration Guide (P/N 3102305-EN) (Page 17) [1].
| Category | Compatible EST3 Components |
|---|---|
| Field Devices | All Signature Series devices, modules, and Genesis notification appliances (Page 5) [1] |
| Infrastructure | Existing network cabling and CAB Series backboxes (Page 5, 17) [1] |
| Power & Audio | EST3 power supplies, audio amplifiers, and MNEC equipment (Page 5) [1] |
| Rail Modules | Most local rail modules and specific control-display modules like the 3-24 and 3-12 series (Page 5, 199) [1] |
Existing twisted pair network cabling can be reused and is upgraded to support panel data, paging, and telephone on a single pair (Page 5) [1].
For retrofit applications in EST3 enclosures, the 4-3LCD display can be used to maintain the original look while providing EST4 functionality (Page 14) [1].
