Federal Signal’s longstanding Informer is now IP-enabled. The Informer-IP can be used as a warning device, a two-way intercom and an alarm initiation point that connects to your Ethernet network on the SmartMsg platform.
An internal speaker and microphone provide clear two-way intercom voice communications. Alerts sent to the Informer-IP can be live voice, text to speech, pre-recorded voice or tone files. Up to six different predefined alert events can be triggered from the Informer-IP, two from the device and four from the key FOB. Alert messages initiated from the Informer-IP or key FOB can be sent to emergency personnel through email, SMS, computer popup, phone, handheld radios and can be used to activate other Informers or sirens.
The Informer-IP has an audio output for connecting to existing PA systems, two relay outputs to control strobes or other devices and an RS232 port for driving a scrolling message display so the same message that can be heard through the speaker can also be easily seen. The Informer-IP provides the same tone and voice alerts available with Federal Signal UltraVoice outdoor siren controllers for seamless indoor and outdoor Mass Notification.
The Informer-IP Wall Mount can be mounted or recessed into the wall. All wiring is internal to the aluminum case. Five pre-punched easy to remove conduit holes are available for wiring connection into and out of the unit. The unit is powered from AC or PoE (Power over Ethernet). The Informer-IP can also be equipped with an optional LP1 strobe from Federal Signal. The case has mounting holes to allow easy top mounting and is pre-wired for the LP1 strobe.
Schools, hospitals, police and fire stations, government facilities and industrial plants will find that the Informer-IP provides an unmatched value for their indoor alerting and notification needs.
Two Relay Outputs rated at 5 Amps @ 30VDC. Relay outputs can be programmed to cycle on and off, or come on continuously with the on time, off time, and total-time being programmable.
- Complies with FCC Title 47, Part
- Tone and voice compatible with Federal Signal UltraVoice controllers
- Small size with rugged construction
- Wired Ethernet, can be powered via PoE
- Input: 115 to 230VAC, 50/60Hz, 350mA maximum
- 80 dB speaker with adjustable volume control
- LED status indicators for Power, Alert, Test and Talk
- Local Mic for intercom use
- One direct wire input for customer supplied panic button alarm
- Wireless remote key FOB triggers alarms up to 75-ft direct line of sight
- Replay button allows alerts to be replayed when the red Alert LED is flashing
- RS232 port for driving an optional Scrolling Message Display
- Two programmable relay outputs for controlling strobe lights or other devices, pre-wired for LP1 Strobe
- 600 Ohm audio output ties into existing PA, or external speaker
- Alerts are IP addressable individually, in groups or all at once
- Requires minimal network bandwidth and uses TCP/IP protocol
- Works with redundant SmartMsg network servers for reliable failsafe operation
- Complies with FCC Title 47, Part 15 and UL 60065
- Federal Commander software provides full two-way control and status monitoring of the Informer-IP. Commander is Windows® XP/VISTA, Server 2008 compatible and includes an option for natural sounding text-to-speech conversion for alert messages
The Informer-IP monitors PoE and AC power along with speaker output level to verify the unit sounded. If it does not detect audio or power, then the status detail window will show a Fail status and administrators can be alerted.
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When it comes to safety, security and effective communications for the most hazardous environments, the most demanding applications, Federal Signal stands out as your best source for total industrial solutions. The Federal Signal product line is universally recognized as both the broadest and deepest in the industry. Audible and visual signaling. Outdoor warning. Intercoms. Public address. Telephony. Initiating systems. Fire alarms. Uninterruptible power supplies. And more. In terms of comprehensive product coverage, no one beats Federal Signal. They don’t even come close.