Emergency voice communication systems

The VoCALL Type B digital outstation is designed to be versatile, compact and easy to use. These units are available as both flush or surface mounted. They have a high volume ringer, status LED and tactile Braille signage. They are compatible with all VoCALL digital systems. Usually the interface between the refuge point and the main panel, Type B outstations are designed to be used in a fire situation and therefore should always be wired in fire-resistant cable (please check local installation codes for cable type). Type B outstations should only be used where the background noise is below 40dBA (therefore there should be no sounder or voice alarm coverage in the area). For disabled refuges Type A or Type B outstations can be used.

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Digital

Compatible with VoCALL 16 digital system

2-way

Full duplex operation for 2-way communication

User-friendly

Loop output, tactile braille signage & status LED

Why must I have a disabled refuge emergency voice communication system?

Risk assessments of new buildings must make provision for means of escape of disabled people in line with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order.

Building Regulations dictate new non-domestic buildings with 1+ stories provide ‘refuge’ areas – relatively safe places where people who cannot easily escape can call for assistance and wait for help. Simple two-way communication in these areas is essential, to assist rescue teams in determining where assistance is needed and to reassure people help is coming.

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Type A and Type B outstations, when should they be used?

When choosing outstations for use with EVC systems we recommend referring to local regulations. In UK standards, for example, Type A outstations should be used for evacuation or fire fighting use and Type B should only be used where Type A outstations are impractical. For disabled refuges Type A or Type B Outstations can be used however Type B outstations can only be used where the background noise is below 40dBA.

What is a fire telephone and what do they do during an emergency?

Fire telephones are hardwired full duplex communications systems with monitoring and battery backup and are required in buildings over 4 stories in many countries in the world. These are provided as a backup to traditional ﬁreman’s radio systems, which can fail to operate in many high rise environments due to a large amount of steel in the building, and the “corona” effect of ﬁre on radio broadcasts.

VoCALL - Trusted emergency communications system for projects large or small

VoCALL suits all sizes of installation from one and two outstation systems in small shops like Bon Marche, to a massive 364 line dual network system at Westﬁeld Shopping Centre in London’s White City.

Over the years VoCALL has been installed on several high proﬁle projects in some of the world’s most prestigious sites, from Wimbledon AELTCC and St Pancras stations in the UK to the Marina Towers and Jumeirah Tunnel in the Middle East.

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VoCALL 16 Digital Type B outstation, green, surface mount	TB16-GS
VoCALL 16 Digital Type B outstation, green, flush mount	TB16-GF
VoCALL 16 Digital Type B outstation, red, surface mount	TB16-RS
VoCALL 16 Digital Type B outstation, red, flush mount	TB16-RF

Technical specifications

Type	Fire rated - some installations will require enhanced cabling, (check local standards and codes for guidance)
Cores	4 core loop, 1mm or 1.5mm (2 power 2 data)
Distance	200m between outstations
Status LEDs	2 off red (flashing for location lights, solid in use)
Call button	Press to call button
Cancel button	Press to cancel button
Construction	Steel, powder coated
Colour options	Green / Red / Stainless steel
Weight	1.105kg
Mounting	Surface or flush
Mounting height	Generally, between 900mm to 1.2m above the floor (check local codes and regulations)
Cut-out	140mm x 140mm (flush mount units)
Clearance	When units are used as refuge call points suitable space for a wheelchair user must be allowed. In locations where the outstation could cause an obstruction, flush units should be used.

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VoCALL 16 Digital - Type B outstation