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SECTION 16770 - INTERCOM/PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS

GENERAL
This section shall include the intercom, public address and class change clock/horn system.
PRODUCTS
Systems manufactured by Dukane, Telecor, and Bogen are acceptable.
The intercom system shall be a direct connected, keyed system providing voice
communication between any two (2) stations by dialing the user programmable two (2) to
five (5) digit number associated with the station being called.
The intercom system shall use a microprocessor based global type central switching assembly
with the ability to provide a minimum of eight (8) conversation paths with a system capacity
of eight (8) master/administration stations and 240 individual station points.
The intercom system shall have a Telephone System Interface which includes eight (8)
outside telephone lines per system. System should be similar to Bogen Multicom 2000,
Model MCTC.
All items of equipment shall be designed by the manufacturer to function as a complete
system and shall be accomplished by the manufacturers complete service notes and drawings
detailing all interconnections.
Specify 19 in. welded/assembled floor standing equipment rack with two piece chrome finish
panels and blank panels for all rack mounting spaces.
Provide four (4) input microphones or auxiliary inputs plus a built in console for microphone
call/emergency call announcements. Used for programming and intercom/all call console.
SPEAKER CONTROL ASSEMBLY WITH PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION: provides relays
for speakers. Used in conjunction with switchbank.
INTERCOM AMPLIFIER: provides hands free communication between any telephone and
speaker.
BASIC POWER AMPLIFIER: Provide separate amplifiers for time tone/page program.
ROOM POSITION SWITCH PANELS
MASTER CLOCK: programmable for event schedule and tone generator for signaling over
speakers. Master clock shall be integral with system with eight (8) schedules and 256 events
with programmable tone (with a minimum duration of eight (8) seconds) for class change
bells.
MASTER/ADMINISTRATION INTERCOM STATION:
Desk mounted master/administration intercom unit with jack at 18 in. above finish floor.
Nominal size: 7-3/4 in. x 7-1/4 in. x 4-1/4 in.
Handset: standard molded plastic telephone handset with 5 ft. long permanently coiled
cord.
Minimum Controls and Indicators:

Twelve button key pad

Twelve character LCD display

Audible signal for incoming calls

Hands-free communication

Speaker disconnect by lifting handset

Mark each control and indicator with legible and permanent nameplates.
INTERCOM UNITS
Surface wall mounted unit at 54 in. above finish floor.
Nominal Size: 8.8 in. x 3.2 in. x 3.7 in.

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Tamper resistant
Standard beige
Handset: standard molded plastic telephone handset with 5 ft. long permanently coiled
cord.
Controls:
Standard twelve button key pad
Audible signal for incoming call
Speaker disconnect by lifting handset
Exterior intercom stations shall be installed in flush mounted lockable steel cabinet.
SPEAKER: Classroom/hallway: 8 in. loudspeaker unit with 25 volt multi tap transformer and
5 oz. Magnet.
Provide adjustable attenuator at administrative locations. Show location of volume control
on plans.
BACK BOX AND BAFFLE: Square two (2) piece ceiling baffle or equal for mounting
speaker unit, baffle shall have concealed speaker mounting studs. Utilize in all areas,
classrooms, hallways, etc. Unit shall be flush mounted and be finished in white epoxy paint.
Square recessed backbox (Flush mounted).
INTERCOM CABLING: Cable shielding and size shall be fully compatible with intercom
system manufacturers recommendations.
PUNCH-DOWN BLOCKS: Provide 66-block and stand-off wall brackets mounted on 4 ft. x
4 ft. x 3/4 in. painted plywood board, for all intercom terminations at head-end equipment.
Provide protectors on all intercom cabling. ITW LINX #UP25-39 or equal.
39 VDC solid state
Reaction time of 2-5 nanoseconds
66-block mounting

QUALITY ASSURANCE
The installation contractor shall have a minimum of five years of experience installing the
products specified in this section and have an office located with-in a 50 mile radius to the
site.
The communication system supplied shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories under UL
Standard 1459. A copy of the UL listing card for the proposed system shall be included with
the contractors submittal.
Contractor shall furnish all service and maintenance of the intercom system for a period of
one year from the date of Substantial Completion.
EXECUTION
An administrative handset shall be provided in the Principals office, at the Receptionists
desk, and at the Secretarys desk.
Both the secretarys station and the Reception desk should be capable of serving as the
primary call-in position, with the Principals office serving as the secondary position.
The system should be designed to allow for the handset serving as the primary position to be
moved between the Reception desk and the Secretarys desk.
A 2-way recessed ceiling mounted speaker shall be provided at all instructional spaces.
In classrooms only, provide a wall mounted handset that is capable of calling all other
handsets using a touch-tone pad. Locate this handset near the teachers work area and away
from the door. When the handset is on hook the classroom speaker will be capable of
carrying on a two-way conversation.

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All other instructional spaces provide a call-button that will automatically call the central

station upon activation. A microphone jack shall be provided at the bus and car loading areas
under cover.
Exterior weatherproof speaker/horns shall be placed on the outside of the building adjacent to
exterior play areas. Speaker/horns to be 15 watt paging-talk-back type with adjustable 25
volt tap transformer.
Speakers shall be provided in the ceilings of all common areas such as cafeterias, media
centers, performing arts areas and corridors.
Provide a self-contained public address system in all multipurpose areas, auditoriums,
cafeterias, and theaters.
The system console shall be placed in a storage room in the administrative area.
Public address systems shall be on a 24-hour clock.
System shall be programmable to allow for a number of different schedules as well as a
number of different zones.
Provide sufficient spare capacity in the system for at least ten (10) additional call-in locations.
Install in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
Intercom cabling shall be installed in conduit from outlet box to above accessible ceiling.
Cable above ceiling shall be neatly routed and properly supported.
Terminate cables on 66 blocks with surge protectors.
Replace equipment, components, and wiring to eliminate audible noise, clicks, pops, or hum
when system is in standby or operation.
The Contractor shall provide all necessary transient protection on the AC power feed and on
all station lines leaving or entering the building.
The Contractor shall note in his system drawings, the type and location of these protection
devices as well as all wiring information.
Provide on site systems demonstration and instructions under provisions of Division 1.
Allow minimum of 16 hours.
Conduct walking tour of project and briefly describe function, operation, and maintenance of
each component.
Use submitted operation and maintenance manual as reference during demonstration and
training.
All communication cable shall be supported in zinc plated steel bridal rings. Bridal rings to
be a minimum of 2 in diameter and located a maximum of 10-0 on center so as to prevent
excess sagging from occurring.

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