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The VoCALL Emergency Voice Communications System (EVCS) is designed to fully comply with BS5839-Part 9:2003 (abb. Pt9) for use as a Fire Telephone system, Disabled Refuge Call system or as a combined system when both Fire Telephones and Disabled Refuge Points are required.

Introduction

An EVCS is a xed, secure, bi-directional, full duplex voice communication system to assist re ghters in an emergency in high rise buildings or large sites where Radio communication may not work, and covers the operation of both re telephones and disabled refuge systems. Where both systems are tted to a building pt9 species these should form a single system.

A VoCALL EVCS comprises of three functional blocks, the master handset (VCM) the eight line Exchanges (VCX-8) and outstations, (type A, type B or Jack points), with the quantities of these basic units being adjusted to suit the application.

þ Full Duplex System

þ Up-to Eight Masters Per System

þ Up-to 256 Lines (32 VCX-8 Exchanges)

þ Directory Dial Function

þ Fully Monitored Handsets

þ Full System Event Log (Fault & Conguration)

þ 16 Character Unique Name Per Line

þ Dual Redundant Network

þ 12 Key Quick Dial Key pad

þ Large High Contrast Master Display (4x20 Character)

þ Remote Powered Masters

þ Monitored Battery Chargers

þ Wall, Desk or Rack mount

þ BS5839 pt 9 2003 Compliant

þ Full Status LEDs

System Features

Outstations

When choosing the outstation type for use with an EVCS we recommend reading Section 11 of BS5839-9:2003 which deals with outstation types, and states as follows:-11.1.2.a Type A should be used for evacuation or re ghting use, and a type B unit should only be used where a type A is impractical11.1.2.b For disabled refuges type A or type B can be used, however in Locations (section 11.6.2.i) type B outstations can only be used where the background noise is below 40dBA (therefore there can be no sounder or voice alarm coverage in the area) The VoCALL outstations are designed for use by multi-disability users, having high contrast signage in line with RNIB guidelines and an induction loop coil (to BSEN60118-4) in the handsets on type A outstations.

We recommend type A handsets in all locations, otherwise you may have to consider acoustic hoods or two outstations in each location for compliance with the other associ-ated standards and laws, including BS8300 and the DDA (Disabilities Discrimination Act).

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System WiringAll cables on the EVCS must be Enhanced rated to comply with BS5839:Pt9.

Network cables can be a four pair data cable, two off four core 1 mm soft skin cable or four off two core MICC twist (see the specication section for more detail).

Phone lines are a single two core 1 mm CSA cable, soft skin or MICC.

Typical System Schematic

Secondary MastersAdditional Master handsets (up to 7) are simply added to the system network as required, when one master is in use, the other masters become addressable handsets.

OutstationsType A (handset) or Type B (hands free) can be freely mixed and matched as required, each line supports one phone and each line is uniquely addressed

Master HandsetThe master handset controls all call operations on the system, addressing each line with a 16 character name for ease of use.

Network ExchangesEach exchange can connect eight lines to the VoCALL system, the network can support thirty two exchanges.

The exchange provides power to the lines and also the master handsets, and contains a monitored and maintained charger for this purpose

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Physical Desk/Wall RackHeight 268mm 6uWidth 275mm 485mmDepth 85mm 125mmWeight 1490 g

Power SupplySource Network Port x2Voltage 11V to 18V DCCurrent 88mA @ 12V

Network CablesGrade Enhanced Cable (per Leg) 1 off four Pair (eg Draka 91-0245) Or 2 off four core 1mm Soft Skin Or 4 off 1 Pair MICC TwistedDistance (per leg) 500M soft Skin types, 300M MICC

Monitoring Data & VoltageFault LEDs 4 off yellowStatus LEDs 4 off green LCD High Contrast Blue/White 4 x 20 CharacterKeyboard 12 Key Telephone StyleNavigation 3 Keys (down, Accept, up)Standards ComplianceEMC EN55103-1, EN55103-2Product BS5839-pt9, BS5588-pt8

Specications

Physical

Height 296mm Width 210mm Depth 80mm Weight 1600 g

Power SupplyVoltage 230V AC ± 20%Current 11mA Battery 1x 12V SLACharger 1A Monitored

Network Cables

Grade Enhanced Cable As VCM

Outstation Cables

Grade Enhanced Cable 2 core 1mm CSADistance 500M Soft Skin 300M MICC

Monitoring Open,Short & Earth

Fault LEDs 10 off yellowStatus LEDs 2 off green Settings 8 Way DIP Switch

Standards Compliance

EMC EN55103-1, EN55103-2LVD EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN60950Product BS5839-pt9, BS5588-pt8

VCM - Master Handset

VCX8 - Exchange

VCFHS - Flush Type A Handset

Type Handset with TelecoilDoor Magnetic Push Catch

Physical Bezel Cut-outHeight 320mm 295mm Width 180mm 155mmDepth 80mm Weight 1400 gMaterial Zintec Painted RAL 3001Cable 2 core 1mm CSA

Outstations

VCSHP - Surface Type A Handset

Type Handset with TelecoilDoor Magnetic Push Catch

PhysicalHeight 300mm Width 150mm Depth 80mm Weight 1600 gMaterial Zintec Painted RAL 3001Cable 2 core 1mm CSA

VCSHF - Type B Handset

Type Hands free with BrailleDoor None - Vandal Resistant Case

PhysicalHeight 133mm Width 133mm Depth 45mm Weight 1105 gMaterial Zintec Painted RAL 3001Cable 2 core 1mm CSA

Projects Using VoCALL

Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, LondonRoyal Navy Submarine Base, GibraltarBBC LiverpoolBBC GlasgowYale College, WrexhamCaxton HallEmirates Towers, DubaiChannel Tunnel Rail Link, StratfordRoyal Exchange, Manchester4 More development, London3 More Development, LondonHilton Hotel More, LondonLondon Underground HQ, LondonLondon Transport Police HQ, LondonUnity Residences, Liverpool33-35 Portman Square, LondonChannel Tunnel Rail link, AshfordRich Mix Project, LondonBishops Square development, Spittalelds London

The following are a small selection of the projects beneting from a VoCALL EVCS

Applications

BBC Glasgow

Applications

More London

Applications

LUL Headquarters

Applications

Caxton Hall

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