Building Technologies The safe, sure way to more efficient evacuation: the E100 voice alarm system from Siemens.
The safe, sure way to an evacuation system that gets people moving: the E100 from Siemens. We take the heat out of fire-related risk. An essential component in any company s security concept is a fire detection system that recognizes fire, smoke and gases rapidly and reliably, and protects people, property, business processes and information. Siemens is the leading player in this sector worldwide. We have been researching fire phenomena for over 150 years, and for several decades in dedicated, specially designed laboratories of our own. With the result that we continually come up with innovative solutions you will seek in vain elsewhere. Rapid evacuation can save lives. Apart from detecting fires in good time, any system designed to save lives must focus on the rapid, orderly evacuation of buildings. The role of evacuation is becoming increasingly important, particularly in view of amendments in damage claim legislation. In high buildings such as hotels, banks, and office blocks, or in buildings frequented by large numbers of people, such as shopping centers, universities and cinemas, efficient evacuation is crucial. Basically, it is simple: the faster the evacuation, the greater the chances of survival. At the same time, it is vital that the users and occupants of a building on fire do not start to panic. And that is best guaranteed if you can provide information calmly and give people clear instructions what to do. Imagine an emergency situation where no one reacts. In event of fire, alarms are often sounded using conventional bells or sounders. The disadvantages are obvious. For many people, simply hearing a siren or a hooter is no cause for alarm. Audio signals are often disregarded or misinterpreted. Even if a signal is recognized as a fire alarm, people often choose not to react because they assume it to be a test or a false alarm. There is no direct communication with the individuals affected. After all, alarm sounders cannot explain the problem. 2
Using a language people understand: their own. When you need to communicate effectively, the ideal solution is a system everyone readily understands: language. So, in the case of a fire, there is no more effective system for evacuation purposes than a voice alarm. Instructions announced through a loudspeaker are clear to everyone and explain precisely what they need to do to save themselves. This is why voice evacuation is often an essential component of a buildings life safety strategy. We will show you our innovative voice alarm system in detail on the following pages. We understand your needs. Working closely with specialists, we analyze existing safety measures and escape routes, interview different building users and occupiers, draw up efficient evacuation procedures and propose solutions that include clearly understandable voice messages which conform to fire department requirements. As you can see, at Siemens we do not simply provide outstanding service but advise you and take care of your concerns at every stage of our cooperation. 3
The safe, sure way to the right information, at the right place, at the right time: the E100 from Siemens. E100 represents a milestone in evacuation. With its E100 voice alarm system, Siemens sets up yet another milestone in safety concepts. The digital system receives fire alarm signals, evaluates them intelligently and activates voice messages stored in the system. Through its interface to the fire detection control unit, the E100 can precisely locate the seat of the fire and activate pre-programmed evacuation processes agreed with the fire department. Individual announcements that get the message across. The E100 voice alarm system can be adapted to any possible risk scenario and any type of building, with one simple objective in mind: to ensure that, in an emergency, all persons at risk are able to leave the danger zone in as short a time as possible but without hurry or stress. The clear, concise instructions, delivered by a voice that inspires confidence in the hearer, create a sense of security. Depending on the gravity of the situation, announcements made in the emergency area may differ from those in areas around it. This means people can be instructed to leave different zones at different times. As a result, the evacuation is orderly and staggered, effectively preventing any outbreak of panic. From automatic voice messages to live announcements. Once it has been activated, the system functions automatically using digital, prerecorded messages. After the arrival of the fire-fighting crew, the system can be switched to manual. From now on, the evacuation is managed by authorized individuals who make live announcements through the microphone, alerting people to specific situations and dangers. Digital audio technology with clear priorities. Thanks to digital signal processing, the system can transmit eight different audio sources simultaneously. In other words, several signals and announcements can be transmitted to different parts of the building at the same time. Under normal operation, the same channels can be used for paging, background music or advertising, which, thanks to the excellent sound quality, finds a ready audience. In an emergency, the system knows exactly what it has to do, has clear priorities and switches unhesitatingly to evacuation and alarm mode. 4
Simple operation minimizes the risk of human error. In the event of an alarm the E100 voice alarm system reacts automatically, which means that input errors caused by stress are impossible. When manual operation is required the integrated user interface with its large touch screen display and ergonomically geared controls ensure confident use. Programmable manual controls can be added either centrally or remotely to provide specific control of a group of zones or to operate peripheral equipment such as smoke control fans, plant shutdown etc. Phase-driven evacuation: A gradual, controlled evacuation gets people to safety more quickly and prevents an outbreak of panic. Top floor 7 th floor 6 th floor 5 th floor 4 th floor 3 rd floor Origin of fire The seat of the fire was recognized by the detector and transmitted to the fire detection control unit. This activates the voice alarm system. First evacuation phase A fire has been reported in this building. Please leave the building immediately. Second evacuation phase A fire has been reported in this building. Please wait for further information. 2 nd floor 1 st floor Basement 5
The safe, sure way to innovative technology that shows the way forward: the E100 from Siemens. Technology with an eye to the future. The E100 voice alarm system features leadingedge technology and fulfills all European standards for voice alarm systems. Multi channel digital technology provide maximum transmission quality with no hiss and crackle, even in long lines. Outstanding audio quality both on high and low notes make the E100 voice alarm system what it is: a high-quality, state-of-the-art product. Intelligent networking with fire detection systems. Siemens recognizes that voice evacuation is an integral component of a fire safety system. The E100 has therefore been designed with the same rigorous attention to safety that we apply to all our fire safety products. Just as importantly Siemens supports and controls the project design, installation, commissioning and servicing with equal care and attention. Simple installation, rapid configuration. The E100 is simplicity itself to install. The modular, plug-in design enables the control units to be quickly assembled in position on site, therefore reducing the need for special access requirements. The Windows -based programming tool enables the system configuration to be fine-tuned swiftly and accurately, and its integrated simulator ensures error-free running prior to downloading to the system. The network allows large systems to be provided by a series of smaller racks in remote locations. This reduces cabling costs by allowing speakers, microphones and fire telephones to be connected to the nearest rack. Digital technology allows all eight audio channels to be transmitted across the network on a single twisted pair with no additional shielding and with perfect quality. 6
Ecology and economy in harmony. The E100 s Class D amplifiers have an outstanding efficiency level of over 80%. For the same output, conventional amplifiers generate up to four times as much waste heat. This enables the E100 to provide long standby times yet remain compact in-design. We would be delighted to give you a personal demonstration of the E100 voice alarm system at no obligation to yourself. Simply contact your Siemens partner. We look forward to welcoming you. The E100 voice alarm system is modular in design and, regardless of whether the configuration is simple or complex, covers the needs of any security concept. Attended control unit Unattended control unit 7
- - go, no go -- - emergency - go, no go -- - emergency - go, no go -- - emergency - go, no go -- - emergency - go, no go -- - emergency - go, no go -- - emergency The safe, sure way to an evacuation system with maximum flexibility: the E100 from Siemens. Digital prerecorded elements EN 54-4-standard power supply Intelligent communication with BMZ Emergency microphone Event memory/ records - - go, no go -- - emergency Class D amplifier and Class D emergency amplifier Instructions to infrastructure EN 60489- standard line supervision Fire telephone Audio sources (CD, tuner) E100 Flashing beacons Public address station Supervised and redundant (partly optional) Supervised 8
Specifications EC1010 EC1020 EC1031 EC1061 wall cabinet wall cabinet stand-alone cabinet stand-alone cabinet Dimensions (HxWxD) in mm 700 x 600 x 320 1200 x 600 x 320 2050 x 600 x 400 2050 x 600 x 600 Housing colour grey grey grey grey Number of modules or plug-in cards 4 modules or 10 plug-in cards 8 modules or 20 plug-in cards 12 modules or 30 plug-in cards 21 modules or 51 plug-in cards Number of module installation rows 1 2 3 6 Max. output 180 W 540 W 900 W 1800 W EN 60529-standard protection IP30 IP30 IP30 IP30 Operating elements Plug-in cards and modules Operating voltage Loudspeaker line voltage LCD control panel (PMI-S): system operation and status displays; key module (SCM-8S): 8 freely programmable keys; LED display module (LCM-8S): 8 freely programmable groups, each with 2 LEDs; key module (FCM-6S): 6 freely programmable groups, each with 3 keys and 5 LEDs; emergency microphone (LVM-HS): emergency microphone, 6 freely programmable keys; main fire telephone (FMT-S): telephone handset; public address stations (DMM-1 to DMM-40): digital public address station; keys 1 40 freely programmable; Digital audio card (DAC-NET): audio management and interface card; audio input card (AIC): 2 supervised analog audio inputs; zone amplifier card (ZAC-40): Class D performance amplifier 40 W; zone amplifier (ZAM-180): Class D performance amplifier 180 W; power supply and battery charger (PSC-12C): power supply and battery charging device 24 V DC/12 A; power supply extender (PSX-12): power supply device 24 V DC/12 A; supervised input module (SIM-16): 16 supervised control inputs; 2 relay outputs, freely programmable; output control module (OCM-16): 16 control outputs, freely programmable; telephone zone card for 8 lines (TZC-8B), flashing beacons and loudspeaker output card (ZIC-4AL); 24 V DC 25 V, 50 V, 70 V, 100 V 9
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