The Control Panel is an optional diagnostic element which can be added into any Cygnus system. The panel will capture data from up to 480 devices situated around a site. Including active alarms and faults, with all events being recorded into a file which can be viewed or downloaded. The Control Panel is mains powered and has battery back up. The panel has other features including an evacuate site function which can be used in case of emergency and is also used to switch intruder sensors on or off.