Biamp Vocia EWS-4 Emergency Wall Paging Station - 911.0282.900
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Biamp Vocia EWS-4 Emergency Wall Paging Station - 911.0282.900
Product Overview
The Biamp Vocia EWS-4 is a emergency wall-mounted networked paging station for public address and mass notification in Vocia systems. As a CobraNet-networked PoE paging microphone station with embedded DSP, it supports decentralized page routing for commercial buildings, transportation facilities, and government spaces.
Product Description
The EWS-4 is a emergency wall-mounted networked paging station that supports standard and advanced public address functionality. Featuring embedded DSP, on-board memory, and PoE, all device-specific configuration information is stored locally. The EWS-4 does not rely on a centralized controller for processing and page routing, decentralizing storage and routing to eliminate any single point of failure. It includes all functionality of the WS-4 paging station for emergency public address.
Key Features
- Push-to-talk operation — A push-to-talk button with status indication initiates pages.
- User-configurable page codes — The station supports 4 user-configurable page codes.
- Local DSP — On-board DSP provides gain, filters, and compressor/limiter processing stored locally.
- Power over Ethernet — The station is powered over Ethernet for single-cable installation.
- Store and forward — Built-in store-and-forward functionality and local preamble storage are included.
- CobraNet networking — CobraNet audio and control use dynamic allocation of available bundles.
- Emergency priority levels — Four software-configurable emergency priority paging levels are provided.
- EVAC certification — The station is EN 54-16 certified, EN 60849 and AS 60849 verified, CE marked, and RoHS compliant.
- Microphone — It includes all functionality of the WS-4 paging station for emergency public address.
Typical Applications
- Government space
- Commercial meeting space
- Multi-purpose room
Technical Specifications
| Type | Emergency Wall-mounted networked paging station |
| Page Codes | 4 user-configurable page codes |
| Processing | Embedded DSP with local configuration storage |
| Power | Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
| Networking | CobraNet |
| Functions | Store and forward; local preamble storage |
| Emergency Priority Levels | 4 software-configurable |
| Certification | EN 54-16 certified, EN 60849 and AS 60849 verified, CE marked, RoHS compliant |
| Warranty | Biamp 5-year warranty |
Competitor Comparison
| Capability | Biamp Vocia EWS-4 | Bosch PRAESENSA / TOA VM |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Decentralized Vocia station with local config and page routing | Call stations operating with Bosch PRAESENSA or TOA VM/VX controllers |
| Networking | CobraNet audio and control over a single PoE cable | OMNEO/IP (Bosch) or proprietary networked audio (TOA) |
| Processing | Embedded DSP stored locally on the station | Centralized controller-based processing |
| Powering | Power over Ethernet | System power supplies vary by platform |
| EVAC certification | EN 54-16 certified, EN 60849 / AS 60849 verified | EN 54-16 certified within their EVAC platforms |
| Best fit | Vocia networked PA and mass notification systems | Bosch or TOA ecosystem deployments |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EWS-4 used for?
It is a emergency wall-mounted paging station for standard and advanced public address within a Vocia system.
Does it need a central controller?
No. Embedded DSP and local memory mean it does not rely on a centralized controller for processing and page routing.
How is it powered?
It is powered over Ethernet (PoE) for single-cable installation.
Is it certified for voice evacuation?
Yes. It is EN 54-16 certified and EN 60849 and AS 60849 verified, CE marked, and RoHS compliant.
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