Emergency Voice Communication Systems EVCS Network 8 Data Sheet The Emergency Voice Communications System (EVCS) Network 8 is 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. Features Fully monitored stand alone system Complies with BS5839 Part 9 Fully addressable Duplex two way communication System flexibility Multiple line conversations Up to 8 master handsets Up to 256 outstations In addition to Type A and Type B Outstation can also monitor Emergency Assist Alarms (using a 2 core radial) Designed to comply with BS5839 Part 9 2003 the EVCS is a fixed, secure, bi-directional fully-duplex voice communication system, to assist fire fighters within high rise buildings or large sites where radio communication may not be possible. Where both a fire telephone and disabled refuge system are fitted to a building BS 5839 Part 9 specifies these should form a single system. The EVCS consists of three main components; the master handset (EVCS-MS), the exchanges units (EVCS-XC), and outstations (type A or type B as appropriate). Control of EVCS is simplicity itself, the master handset has a clear, four line backlit display which shows the calling outstation name in plain text. Calls can be made to outstations by either dialling the number of the unit, or choosing the name from a text dialling directory, with conference calling possible. Each Exchange unit connects to a data highway and is locally powered, with internal battery backup from a monitored, maintained sealed lead acid battery. Up to eight lines can be connected to each distributed exchange, and each line can have up to four phones (BS5839 Part 9 recommends one phone per line, however this facility is required in some retro fits). Two types of user outstation are available as described in BS5839 Part 9, Type A uses handsets, either flush or surface mounting. Type B outstations are hands free units with echo cancellation and noise reduction. All EVCS handsets have a T coil for hearing aid users. Installation Master Handsets and exchange units are connected on a single data highway consisting of 2 x 4 core fire rated cables. Up to 8 Master Handsets and 32 exchanges may be connected to this highway. Master Handsets may be desk or wall mounted and has a 19 rack mounting option. Exchange units are supplied in a mild steel enclosure suitable for wall mounting. Each Exchange unit has 8 outstation lines for connection of Type A (telephone), Type B (hands free) stations or Emergancy Assist Alarm systems. These are connected to the Exchange unit with a 2 core fire rated cable with field wiring when an outstation is connected. This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes. Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document but no liability can be accepted for the use of the information therein. Design features may be changed or amended without prior notice. For more information, contact: NOTIFIER. Charles Avenue, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9UF. United Kingdom Phone: +44 (0) 1444 230 300 Fax: +44 (0) 1444 230 888 Page 1 of 6-990-130_0712 ISO9001 Design, Manufacture and Supply to Quality Management Systems Certified to ISO9001:1994
EVCS Network 8 Master Handset - EVCS-MS EVCS Network 8 is a system for larger Disabled Refuge and Emergency telephone installations. Its distributed loop architecture provides a competitive system from 8 to 256 communication points as well as multiple control locations. Control of the EVCS is simplicity itself. The Network 8 System Master Handset allows swift identification of outstations via its on-board directory and clear backlit display. The master console has a clear four line backlit display which shows the calling outstation name in plain text, and calls can be made to outstations by either dialling the number of the unit, or choosing the name from a text dialling directory. The EVCS Network 8 system also enables Notifier Emergency Assist Alarm systems to be connected directly. EVCS Master Handset - EVCS-MS Indication and Controls Fault LEDs Status LEDs LCD Keyboard Navigation Network Cables Type 268 mm 275 mm 85 mm 1.49 kg 4 off yellow (General, Panel, Supply & Exchange) 4 off green (Healthy, AC, DC & Network) High contrast blue/white LCD, four line twenty-character 5x8 pixel format 12 key telephone style 3 keys (Left, Accept,Right) Enhanced Cores 1 off four Pair (eg Draka 91-0245) or 2 off four core 1mm CSA Soft Skin or 4 off 1 Pair MICC Twisted Standards Compliance EMC Product Family 500M soft skin, 300M MICC EN55103-1,EN55103-2 BS5839-pt9, BS9999 Power Supply Source Voltage Current Processing Clock Memory Monitoring Checksum Network Port x2 11V to 18V DC 88mA @ 12V 16MHz 4K RAM 20K EEProm 128K Flash Asynchronous Watchdog EEPROM & Flash Page 2 of 6-990-130_0712
EVCS Network 8 Exchange Unit - EVCS-XC The Network Exchange Unit delivers an efficient solution for larger EVCS sites. Providing a power supply for System Master Handsets, its distributed loop based architecture provides a competitive scalable system for up to 256 communication points. Each Exchange unit sits on a data highway and is locally powered, with internal battery backup from a monitored, maintained sealed lead acid battery. Up to eight lines can be connected to each distributed exchange, and each line is fully monitored for Open, Short or Earth faults. The network comprises a line or ring of 8 cores (see below), each leg can be up-to 500M depending on cable type. A ring topology is recommended by 5839 pt9. Line cables consist of a single two core enhanced cable, either soft skin types or MICC and only 1mm CSA is required. Up to thirty-two Network 8 Exchanges can be fitted to a the system giving a maximum system size of 256 independent lines. EVCS Network 8 Exchange Unit - EVCS-XC Indication and Controls Fault LEDs Status LEDs Settings Outstation Cables Grade Cable (per Line) (per leg) Monitoring Network Cables Type 296 mm 210 mm 82 mm 1.6 kg 10 off yellow (General, PSU, 8 lines) 2 off green (AC & DC) 8 way DIP switch Enhanced 1 off 2 core (twisted for MICC) 500M soft Skin types, 300M MICC DC open, short & earth Enhanced Cores 1 off four pair (eg Draka 91-0245) or 2 off four core 1mm CSA Soft Skin or 4 off 1 Pair MICC Twisted 500M soft Skin, 300M MICC Power Supply Voltage 230V AC ± 20% Current 11mA Battery 12V SLA 3.2AH Charger 1A Controlled Impedance Monitoring Open, Short & High Impedance cell Standards Compliance EMC EN55103-1,EN55103-2 LVD EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN60950 Product Family BS5839-pt9, BS9999, EN54-4 Page 3 of 6-990-130_0712
Type A Outstation - EVCS-HSP, EVCS-HSL & EVCS-HFP The EVCS Type A outstation is designed to fully comply with BS5839-Part 9:2003 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. The Type A outstation is a monitored phone handset providing full duplex speech capability. The unit is available as a surface mounting or flush mounting unit cased in a metal wall mounting enclosure. The EVCS type A Outstation is a slick compact unit which offers easy access via a magnetic push catch door and a unique front levelling system allowing the back box to be mounted at a slight angle whilst still retaining a true front face and door. Compatible with all EVC systems for use as a standard Fire Telephone or Disabled Refuge call point. EVCS Type A Outstation - EVCS-HSP & EVCS-HSL 300 mm 150 mm 75 mm 1.4 Kg (no batteries) - EVCS-HFP (Flush Mounting) Dimensions (with bezel): Dimensions (backbox hole): 320 mm 180 mm 75 mm 300 mm 160 mm 75 mm 1.4 Kg (no batteries) Fully monitored connections. Status LED Flashing when ringing Dimly lit to indicate surveillance Standards DC open, DC Short and Earth Fault EMC: EN 55103-1 & EN 55103-2 LVD: EN 60950 Product Family: BS 5839 9 & BS 9999 & EN 60118-4 Surface mounting enclosure (Lock door option) Features Telephone type handset Automatic dialling to EVCS-MCMPT when off hook Telecoil for hearing impaired users Magnetic push catch door or lock door options Flush mounting enclosure - Push door Page 4 of 6-990-130_0712
Type B Outstation - EVCS-HSBG, EVCS-HSB, EVCS-HSFSS The EVCS Type B outstation is designed to fully comply with BS5839-Part 9:2003 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. The Type B outstation is a fixed, monitored and maintained, bi-directional, full duplex voice communication system to assist the orderly evacuation of disabled or mobility impaired people and enhance fire fighters communication during emergencies. Please note: When choosing the outstation type for use with an EVCS we recommend reading Section 11 of BS5839-9:2003 which deals with outstation types. 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). Type B Outstation Construction Colour Mounting The Unit 133 mm 133 mm 45 mm 1.1Kg Zintec powder coated Green, Red or Stainless Steel All Type B Outstations should be mounted at a height of either 1200mm from the floor, or on a 1400mm centre line to comply with the requirements of Building Regulations Document M (access for the disabled). The back box has 4 indented feet to allow mounting on uneven walls. Type B Outstations can be flush mounted by cutting a hole 133mm x 133mm and 45mm deep, and using the stainless steel bezel to finish the surround. Fully monitored connections. Outstation Cables Cores Indications & Controls Status Call Cancel DC open, DC Short and Earth Fault 2 core 1mm or 1.5mm 500m LEDs 2 off red -flashes location, lights solid in use Press to call button Press to cancel button Hands Free Communications Push button dialling to EVCS-MCMPT Echo cancellation Noise reduction Induction loop output for hearing impaired users Push button cancel Braille Signage Standards EMC: LVD: Product Family: EN55103-1 & EN55103-2 EN60950 BS5839 Pt9 & BS9999 Page 5 of 6-990-130_0712
Roaming Handset and Jack Plate The Roaming Handset and Jack plate are designed to provide a cost effective solution for Fire Telephones in high rise buildings. Notifier s range of EVCS systems cover a wide range of building sizes providing high quality full duplex Emergency Voice Communication. The Roaming Handset is used along with the Jack Plate for Emergency Voice Communication System installations in countries whose fire codes allow for Roaming Handsets*. When used together, the Roaming Handset and Jack Plate form a Type A Outstation which is compatible with all EVCS systems. Low noise high quality telephone jack with Telecoil for hearing impaired users. Stainless steel jack plate can be surface or flush mounted Jack Plate Roaming Handset Construction Outstation Cables Cores End of Line 86 mm 86 mm 25 mm 140g Brushed stainless steel 2 core 1mm or 1.5mm 500m 10K 1/4 W Construction Connection Standards Compliance EMC LVD 210 mm 66 mm 45 mm 700g ABS UL90V1 1/4 mono neutrik heavy duty jack EN55103-1,EN55103-2 EN60950 Controls Fully monitored connections. DC open, DC Short and Earth Fault Call Automatic off hook dialing *These units are not suitable for installation in the UK to BS5839 Pt9 Page 5 of 6-990-130_0712
Product Range at a Glance Part Number EVCS Master Handset Desk/Wall Mount EVCS-MS 8 Way Exchange Unit/Charger. EVCS-XC Surface Outstation, Push Door, Type A EVCS-HSP Surface Outstation, Lock Door, Type A EVCS-HSL Flush Outstation Push Door, Type A EVCS-HFP Surface Outstation, Type B Green EVCS-HSBG Surface Outstation, Type B Red EVCS-HSB Surface Outstation, Type B Stainless Steel EVCS-HSFSS Wall Jack Outlet Point EVCS-WJP Loose Handset with Jack Lead EVCS-HLJ Emergency Assist Alarm Kit (without PSU) EVCS-TA Type B Stainless Steel Bezel to flush mount the EVCS-HSB VCFHB EVCS-MS Rackmount Kit 6U. EVCS-RM Page 6 of 6-990-130_0712 Charles Avenue Burgess Hill W. Sussex RH15 9UF T: +44 (0) 116 246 2255 F: +44 (0) 116 246 2210 E: sales@notifierfiresystems.co.uk