
Addressable Two-Way Communication Systems
Area of Refuge SmartCommand (Daisy Chained 1-32 Call Box System) Code Compliant solutions

IBC® Code 1009.8.1 System requirements
Two-way communication systems shall provide communication between each required location (RATH® SmartCommand Call Boxes) and the fire command center or a central control point (RATH® Call Commanders) location approved by the fire department. Where the central control point is not a constantly attended location, a two-way communication system shall have a timed automatic telephone dial-out capability to a monitoring location or 9-1-1 .
The two-way communication system shall include both audible and visible signals (RATH® Signage)

IBC® Code 1009.8.1 System requirements
Two-way communication systems shall provide communication between each required location (RATH® SmartCommand Call Boxes) and the fire command center or a central control point (RATH® Call Commanders) location approved by the fire department. Where the central control point is not a constantly attended location, a two-way communication system shall have a timed automatic telephone dial-out capability to a monitoring location or 9-1-1 .
The two-way communication system shall include both audible and visible signals (RATH® Signage)

Example: How the SmartCommand System
(with daisy chained wiring) works in an Elevator Landing
Key Features:
- Our innovative SmartCommand System utilizes daisy chained wiring for a more efficient installation
- System is specifically designed to meet UL 2525 Standards
- The system is also fully supervised, so no additional equipment is needed to meet code requirements
- Surface or flush mount lockable Call Commander cabinets
- Surface or flush mount SmartCommand Call Boxes
- Two-Way person to person voice off-site communication capabilities
Downloads:
- Area of Refuge SmartCommand Product & System Overview (1-32 Call Boxes)
- Area of Refuge Analog (1-32 Call Box) SmartCommand System Engineering Specifications
- Area of Refuge SmartCommand Installation & Operations Manual
- Area of Refuge Required Mounting Heights
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