The EVOLVE-MEDIA2 drops a dual-port fiber-to-copper media converter into the Kidde Evolve fire alarm network. Two SFP-based converter ports in a single module slot let you bridge fiber and copper segments without burning a separate chassis position for each conversion - ideal for long backbone runs, building-to-building links, and campus-scale fire alarm layouts.
Built for the commercial installer
The module plugs directly into the Evolve panel chassis and connects to the network backbone. Two independent SFP ports mean you can run two separate fiber paths from a single slot, reducing the hardware footprint on jobs where fiber density is high. Two RJ45 Ethernet ports handle the copper side. On-board status LEDs give you per-port link and activity indication at a glance during commissioning and troubleshooting.
Key features
- Two independent SFP fiber ports: bridge two separate fiber-to-copper segments from one module slot
- Two RJ45 Ethernet ports: copper-side connectivity for network backbone integration
- Evolve chassis integration: plugs directly into the Evolve fire alarm panel with no external enclosure required
- Flexible fiber support: accepts standard SFP transceivers for single-mode or multi-mode fiber runs
- On-board status LEDs: per-port link and activity indication simplifies commissioning and fault isolation
System requirements
Requires a Kidde Evolve Series fire alarm panel chassis. SFP transceiver modules are sold separately - select based on fiber type (single-mode or multi-mode) and run distance. Confirm panel revision and network architecture before specifying.
What SFP transceivers are compatible with the EVOLVE-MEDIA2?
Does this module require its own power supply?
Can I run two independent fiber paths from one module?
Are SFP transceivers included with the module?
What panel chassis does this fit?
Spec Sheet
