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Home My WebLink About27 3226-Emerg Call Sys_Technical Guideline Specs_2024-07-12Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 1 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-1 {{Throughout the document there are references to Division 01. If these specifications are used as a stand-alone document without Division 01 included delete all references to Division 01. There are also references to Division 26. If a Division 26 specification section is not included in the project delete those references}} SECTION 27 3226 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (ECS) PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. General: Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Special Provisions, apply to this section. Also provide the work in accordance with the Section 280000, Security General Requirements. 1.02 DESCRIPTION A. General Description: This specification section covers the furnishing and installation of an Emergency Call Systems (ECS) that will provide two-way audio communications between TCCD monitoring locations and emergency call stations (E-Call Station) located in and outside of buildings, classrooms, and parking. B. Contractor shall furnish and install all ECS security hardware devices, mounting brackets, power supplies, switches, controls, consoles, and other components of the system as shown and specified. C. In addition, furnish and install all outlets, junction boxes, conduit, connectors, wiring, and other accessories necessary to complete the system installation. Requirements shall be in accordance with NEC requirements. D. General Conditions: Provide the work in accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements. 1.03 SHOP DRAWINGS & EQUIPMENT SUBMITTAL A. In accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements 1.04 WARRANTY A. In accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements 1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. In accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 2 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-2 1.06 OWNER’S RIGHT TO USE EQUIPMENT A. The Owner reserves the right to use equipment, material and services provided as part of this work prior to Acceptance of the Work, without incurring additional charges and without commencement of the Warranty period. 1.07 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM, TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS A. Purpose: 1. The system will permit security and police dispatch staff to communicate with persons needing assistance throughout campus emergency call (E-Call Station) locations. 2. The system shall be deployed to provide assistance in the following areas: a. {List areas of work for this project.} B. Environment: 1. The system shall be wholly contained within {Enter areas where equipment will be installed}. Additional work will be required at IDF Rooms as designated on the drawings. Refer to the drawings and Bid Instructions to determine the scope limitations for this phase of work. 2. Primary Monitoring Post: The primary monitoring for the campus is in the Security Monitoring Center at the Trinity River campus. 3. Secondary Monitoring Posts: Secondary monitoring is located in the PD Dispatch Center at the Trinity River Campus. 4. Infrastructure and Connectivity: a. Network communications between E-Call Station and the Call Control Servers shall be over the TCCD LAN/WAN and connections shall be coordinated with the TCCD IT Department. b. The Contractor shall coordinate with TCCD to provide IP address and routing from network switch termination to the management server in the Trinity River data center. c. Uses conventional VoIP network services including encryption 5. Cellular Network Connectivity: {Delete if cellular in not used} a. Network compatibility, ensure compatibility with the designated cellular network(s) in the installation area. Verify support for relevant cellular technologies (e.g., 2G, 3G, 4G, or 5G) depending on the network infrastructure available. b. Cellular Modem/Transceiver: A cellular modem or transceiver capable of transmitting and receiving data over the cellular network. 1) Antenna: An appropriate cellular antenna for optimal signal reception and transmission. 2) Power Supply: Adequate power supply to ensure continuous operation of the cellular modem and associated components. 3) Control Unit: A control unit responsible for managing the communication interface between the emergency call system and the cellular network. Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 3 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-3 C. Attributes: 1. The E-Call Station shall be IP based and communicate on the campus network. 2. The E-Call Station shall be capable of being monitored by a software application provided by the E-Call Station manufacturer to accommodate future growth within the facility. This system shall utilize a server-based system and provide for future integration to the campus Video Surveillance System (Milestone xProtect). 3. The E-Call station shall include a blue light mounted on or above each station for easy identification. 4. The E-Call stations shall include a blue strobe light mounted on or above each station that is activated when a call is placed to assist security personnel in locating the calling station. 5. The E-Call station shall be equipped with a light to illuminate the display. 6. The E-Call Station will be "hands-free" devices. Once a call is initiated bi-directional communications shall be enabled without requiring any interaction. 7. The E-Call System shall be capable of remote management including: status check; software update; self-test; microphone, speaker, call button checkable. 8. The E-Call System shall have a management interface through secured HTTPS connection or equivalent (TLS1.3) 9. The E-Call System shall be IPv4, 802.1X capable, DHCP or static address, No extraordinary network configuration required. D. Functions: 1. Calls shall be initiated at an E-Call by pressing the call button. Control thereafter will be by the security monitoring staff or police dispatch. Calls may also be initiated by security monitoring staff or police dispatch to any field intercom station. 2. When the call button is activated at an Emergency Call Station, the station shall automatically activate a blue strobe, to attract attention and pinpoint the caller’s location to local observers. 3. Activation of an Emergency Call Station shall send a signal to the VSS and display the associated camera or cameras to allow the operator to view the area and surrounding of the calling station to assess the situation. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 GENERAL A. Product Acceptability: The Products section contains lists of acceptable products. If product substitutions are proposed, they must be made based upon a comparison of equivalence to the product specified. Considerations may include but shall not be limited to functional, physical, aesthetic and/or interface aspects. The Owner shall be the sole judge of whether or not a submitted substitution is deemed to be "equivalent" to that specified. Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 4 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-4 2.02 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT {Select products required for this project} 1. Interior Emergency Call Station (Wall Mount): Provide a call station that is PoE powered, self-monitoring, and can drive PSA messages. 2. The unit shall include an IP call station compatible with the Cisco IP phone system 3. Lights a. The unit shall include a fixed IP color camera and a high quality, hands-free communications device illuminated by a high intensity LED station beacon light that serves to easily identify it from a distance. b. There shall be a faceplate light to illuminate the faceplate for easy identification during low light conditions. 4. Units shall be painted blue with white lettering and shall have a TCCD provided placard adhered to the call box. Coordinate lettering and placard placement with TCCD. 5. Power: Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af (15.4 maximum wattage) and PoE+ IEEE 802.3at (25.5 maximum wattage). 6. Communication: a. The enclosure shall be capable of one button or two button options. b. The speakerphone shall be capable of peer-to-peer audio communication. c. The unit shall be capable of supporting a handset or keypad. d. The speakerphone shall have a 4GB memory capacity for the storage of phone numbers and audio messages, and be capable of configuration from a central TFTP server or embedded web GUI. e. The speakerphone shall have an 8-ohm line level audio output. f. The unit shall have three Ethernet ports, one capable of being connected to a PoE network switch. g. The speakerphone will be able to handle phone numbers with up to 255 digits each, and have an instantaneous dialing speed depending on the network. h. Operational temperature shall be -40° to +70° Celsius (-40° to +158° Fahrenheit). i. In-call commands via DTMF: speaker volume and microphone volume 7. Compliance: a. Braille lettering and highly visible LED lights for ADA compliance. b. NEMA 3 compliant. c. UL 60950-22 compliant. d. UL 62368-1 compliant. e. NFPA 72 compliant 8. Warranty: Minimum of 2 years B. Exterior Emergency Call Station (Wall or Pole Mount): Provide a call station that is PoE powered, self-monitoring, and can drive PSA messages. Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 5 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-5 1. The unit shall be compatible with the TCCD IP phone system. Coordinate communications settings with the TCCD IT department to ensure proper communications and calling station ID. 2. Lights a. The unit shall have a LED Beacon/Strobe located on top of the unit or mounted above the unit for pole mount locations. The beacon shall be rated at no less than 92 candela. A blue UV rated polycarbonate lens shall be mounted over the beacon/strobe. b. There shall be a faceplate light to illuminate the faceplate for easy identification during low light conditions. 3. Units shall be painted blue with white lettering and shall have a TCCD provided placard adhered to the call box. Coordinate lettering and placard placement with TCCD. 4. Power: Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af (15.4 maximum wattage) and PoE+ IEEE 802.3at (25.5 maximum wattage). 5. Provide Pole Mount Beacon/Strobe mounted on the pole as indicated. The beacon shall be rated at no less than 92 candela. A blue UV rated polycarbonate lens shall be mounted over the beacon/strobe. 6. Compliance: a. Braille lettering and highly visible LED lights for ADA compliance. b. NEMA 3 compliant. c. UL 60950-22 compliant. d. UL 62368-1 compliant. e. NFPA 72 compliant 7. Warranty: Minimum of 2 years. C. Emergency Call Station Tower: Provide exterior weather resistant tower. 1. The unit shall include an IP call station compatible with the Cisco IP phone system 2. Lights a. The unit shall have a LED Beacon/Strobe located on top of the unit. The beacon shall be rated at no less than 92 candela. A blue UV rated polycarbonate lens shall be mounted over the beacon/strobe. b. There shall be a faceplate light to illuminate the faceplate for easy identification during low light conditions. 3. Units shall be painted blue with white lettering and shall have a TCCD provided placard adhered to the call box. Coordinate lettering and placard placement with TCCD. 4. Emergency Call Station Tower in parking lots should be of sufficient size to accommodate environmentally hardened necessary equipment including network. 5. Electrical a. All electrical components shall have a modular plug for easy service and replacement, and will be equipped with a fuse for protection from transient Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 6 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-6 voltage conditions. b. Requires 2.5 ampere at 24V AC. c. Voltage options shall include: 12-24V AC/DC; 120, 240 and 277V AC. d. The unit shall have the option for Power over Ethernet for connectivity to a VoIP network switch with 802.3af or 802.3at (minimum) capabilities. Requires the LS1000 phone for connectivity to Fusion or SIP/IAX2 compatible VoIP system. e. Where 120V power is provided include a 120/24V AC transformer rated for a minimum of 2.5A at 24V AC 6. Provide mounting hardware to concrete pedestal. Concrete pedestal shall meet manufacturer specifications. Coordinate with TCCD to provide PE stamp and calculations for concrete pedestal rated for 110 mph winds. 7. Communications a. The unit shall have a VoIP speakerphone communication device. b. The unit shall be capable of communicating via third party IP wireless and cellular devices, which can be housed within the unit. c. EIA/TIA, ANSI, CSA and BICSI cabling or similar standards shall be adhered to for proper operation of devices connected to copper or fiber infrastructure 8. Compliance a. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant b. UL 60950-1 and UL 2017 listed c. 8NFPA 72 Chapter 24 (2010) compliant d. Meets NEMA 3S requirements 9. Warranty: Minimum of 2 years D. IP Phone 1. The unit shall be a vandal-resistant, high quality, communications device. It shall have a real time, non-open source, proprietary operating system. It shall have a single enclosure comprised of all electronics with a fixed IP color camera*, serviceable speaker, microphone, button, and PCB components 2. Electrical a. Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af (15.4 maximum wattage) and PoE+ IEEE 802.3at (25.5 maximum wattage). b. 12V DC @ 350mA for PoE and 600mA for PoE+. c. Optional SLA/AGM battery backup, with up to 16 hours of talk time/standby. 1) Non-volatile memory ensures programming is retained during power loss. 3. Communications a. The speakerphone shall be capable of peer-to-peer audio and multicast communication. b. The speakerphone shall have a 4GB memory capacity for the storage of phone numbers and audio messages and be capable of configuration from a central TFTP server or embedded web GUI. c. The speakerphone shall have an 8 Ohm line level audio output. Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 7 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-7 d. The unit shall have three Ethernet ports, one capable of being connected to a PoE network switch. e. The speakerphone will be able to handle phone numbers with up to 255 digits each and have an instantaneous dialing speed depending on the network. f. In-call commands via DTMF: speaker volume and microphone volume. g. Codec support: G.711a (PCMA), G.711u (PCMU), G.722, G.729, GSM, L16, iLBC, Opus, Speex. h. STUN client for NAT transversal. i. UDP and TCP communication protocols. j. Embedded web server. k. DTMF inband/out of band/INFO. l. Three auxiliary Normally Open (NO) input contact closures and three auxiliary NO output contact closures with programmable timing capability. m. Customizable incoming call scripting. n. Volume control and hang-up functionality from both the caller and operator sides. 4. Compliance a. Braille lettering and two highly visible LED indicators for ADA compliance. b. NEMA 3S or 4 compliant when installed in NEMA compliant enclosure. c. UL 60950-22 compliant when installed in a Code Blue Help Point®. d. UL 62368-1 compliant when installed in a Code Blue Help Point®. 5. Warranty: Minimum of 2 years 2.03 WIRING A. Refer to Section 280513. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL A. In accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements 3.02 GROUNDING PROCEDURES A. Provide grounding of all systems and equipment in accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements. 3.03 WIRE AND CABLE INSTALLATION PRACTICES A. Provide wire and cable installation in accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements. 3.04 DATABASE PREPARATION, CHECKING, AND ACTIVATION A. Provide database preparation, checking and activation for systems and equipment in accordance with Security General Requirements, Section 280000. Tarrant County College District 2024-07-12 Technical Guideline Specification Electronic Security Systems Page 8 EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM 27 3226-8 3.05 START-UP RESPONSIBILITY A. Provide start-up services for all systems and equipment in accordance with Security General Requirements, Section 280000. 3.06 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION A. Coordinate IP addressing for all Emergency Call Stations with TCCD IT department. B. Coordinate setup and monitoring by the maintenance software. C. Coordinate integration requirements with Section 28 0545. D. Coordinate power requirements and terminations for locations requiring 120C power. E. Verify all weather seals are properly installed and installation for exterior locations are protected from weather damage. 3.07 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TESTING AND ADJUSTING PROCEDURES A. Provide performance testing and adjusting of all systems and equipment in accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements. B. E-Call Station Performance Testing 1. Demonstrate intercom call-in, switching, stand-by, call-forwarding and paging functions for intercom master stations and field intercom stations. 2. Demonstrate acceptable audio quality for administrative master stations and field intercom stations. 3. Demonstrate integration to VSS and automatic camera call-up on activation of the call button. 3.08 FINAL PROCEDURES A. Perform final procedures in accordance with Section 280000, Security General Requirements. END OF SECTION