Specifications

Technology Upgrade Paging Bell System-One Way 28 1800-3
1224_01
12. Amplified-voice intercom channels shall provide voice-activated switching. Systems
requiring the use of a push-to-talk switch on administrative or enhanced staff
telephones shall not be acceptable. .
B. The electronics of the paging/bell system shall have the following capabilities:
1. The system shall be microprocessor based, and shall be capable of handling up to 48
points or more as the system connectivity requires.
2. System shall be modular in design and capable of expanding in increments of 48
points allowing for budget flexibility and expandability.
3. Programmable features shall be stored in non-volatile memory and shall not be lost
due to power failures.
4. System functionality must include the capability to manually distribute any number of
tones or pre-recorded files via pushbuttons, contact closure, or dial up tones from any
administrative telephone. These tones shall be customizable with respect to
cadence, type, and duration. Dial up tones must only be accessible by authorized
users.
5. The system shall have the ability to control all system relays. Relays shall be DTMF
controlled, automatically cycle at a programmed time of day, follow time schedule
events, follow time group events, follow security calls, and follow emergency and ADA
calls. All relays must be software programmable with the flexibility to change as
required.
6. The system shall provide at least three simultaneously operating, non-restrictive
program distribution channels. The audio program material shall be controlled and
distributed with administration PC software allowing simple and easy changes.
Systems that require manual operated switch-banks or DTMF telephone codes for
distribution shall not be acceptable.
7. The system shall be capable of adding auxiliary inputs such as an AM/FM tuner or
CD player to play over any group of speakers at a certain time. The auxiliary input
shall be assignable just like bell tones and announcements.
8. See the drawings for the paging zones required.
9. Shall tie to the national time clock to keep the bell system on the correct national time.
Provide equipment and cabling required to keep the bell system on the correct time.
C. The interface for control of the time events and paging groups shall be via a PC with an
Ethernet connection to the network.
1. Control software shall be installed and reside on three (3) administrator’s PC’s. The
software shall guide the user through the setup and control of all aspects of the
paging and bell system.
2. Provide a 1, 2, 3, or 4 digit numbering plan, thus allowing the zone to be custom
numbered as per the owners requirements.
3. Individual groups of speakers wired in sequence shall be assignable to a distinct
number. The system shall have the capability of assigning numerous groups of wired
speakers to one dialing group. All groups shall be programmed by the Contractor
prior to acceptance of the system.
4. The control software shall be a Windows-based, GUI interface that allows the owner
to control zones and the bell schedule.
D. The actual system electronics shall be capable of being mounted in a standard 19 inch relay
rack or being mounted on a communications wallfield.
1. Power shall be from a standard 110V AC outlet or UPS system.
2. System shall have a ground connection that can be attached directly to a
telecommunications ground bar.
3. If the system is to be installed in a 19” communications rack or cabinet, the contractor
shall provide that cabinet.
E. Speakers for all drop-ceiling areas, unless otherwise noted shall be 8 inch speakers that fit
directly into the drop ceiling tile.
1. Speaker shall be an 8 inch loudspeaker with a painted white baffle.
2. Each speaker shall have a 6oz. magnet.
3. Sensitivity shall be 95dB at 4ft/1W.