Key telephone systems and PBX telephone equipment previously included a built in paging port which allowed them to link directly to a building's public address system. The evolution of VoIP phone systems has resulted in the elimination of paging ports. To maintain the capacity to send pages through your system you will need to acquire specific IP paging accessories. The required information will be provided to you in this section.
An IP paging gateway serves as the connecting point between VoIP telephone systems and analog PA amplifier systems. The device connects to the phone system through an Ethernet connection in the same way that a VoIP phone operates. The device features an audio output which enables connection to a PA amplifier for message distribution through the building's wired PA system. This device is applicable when your building already possesses an operational wired public address system.
A VoIP telephone system eliminates the need for an IP Paging Gateway if there is no current wired PA system present. Instead of using an IP Paging Gateway with your VoIP telephone system you can choose to use IP Horns or Speakers. At first glance these devices appear to be straightforward speakers but function as one-way VoIP telephones. These devices connect to your IP network through Ethernet cables in the same manner as VoIP phones. A phone number is assigned to them in the same way as it is done for an IP phone.
Using IP speakers and horns allows the VoIP system to deliver messages to each individual speaker. The speaker itself gets its own amplifier leading to the elimination of central amplifier units needed for conventional speakers. The system allows for easy expansion because connecting an additional speaker simply requires a network connection.
The system allows you to create speaker groups which ensure that pages reach only the specified group. You can create a single group named "All" to reach every speaker or divide speakers into smaller groups. The VoIP telephone system allows you to create different speaker groups.
Your phone system provider's license may be necessary to operate third-party devices such as IP speakers so verify this requirement with them. Certain VoIP speakers contain built-in amplifiers which allow them to operate analog speakers connected to them leading to a reduced need for multiple SIP licenses from your phone provider.
The major advantage of IP horns and speakers lies in their ability to perform paging operations outside a building because they can connect between different cities through an Internet link.
Our wireless PA system offers a quick installation option if you lack an existing wired setup and wish to avoid speaker wiring. The main limitation is the inability to connect this system to your existing phone network. The system operates on 2-way radio frequencies which allows you to send signals through either a base station intercom or a handheld 2-way radio. Position the wireless PA receivers in desired locations and activate them using power.
A PA system remains the optimal solution for making emergency or general announcements to a team or group. Despite not having this feature new VoIP telephone systems allow for multiple methods to implement this capability.
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IP Paging Gateways
An IP paging gateway serves as the connecting point between VoIP telephone systems and analog PA amplifier systems. The device connects to the phone system through an Ethernet connection in the same way that a VoIP phone operates. The device features an audio output which enables connection to a PA amplifier for message distribution through the building's wired PA system. This device is applicable when your building already possesses an operational wired public address system. 
IP Horns and Speakers
A VoIP telephone system eliminates the need for an IP Paging Gateway if there is no current wired PA system present. Instead of using an IP Paging Gateway with your VoIP telephone system you can choose to use IP Horns or Speakers. At first glance these devices appear to be straightforward speakers but function as one-way VoIP telephones. These devices connect to your IP network through Ethernet cables in the same manner as VoIP phones. A phone number is assigned to them in the same way as it is done for an IP phone.Using IP speakers and horns allows the VoIP system to deliver messages to each individual speaker. The speaker itself gets its own amplifier leading to the elimination of central amplifier units needed for conventional speakers. The system allows for easy expansion because connecting an additional speaker simply requires a network connection.
The system allows you to create speaker groups which ensure that pages reach only the specified group. You can create a single group named "All" to reach every speaker or divide speakers into smaller groups. The VoIP telephone system allows you to create different speaker groups.
Your phone system provider's license may be necessary to operate third-party devices such as IP speakers so verify this requirement with them. Certain VoIP speakers contain built-in amplifiers which allow them to operate analog speakers connected to them leading to a reduced need for multiple SIP licenses from your phone provider.
IP Paging Benefits
IP paging systems offer distinct advantages when compared to conventional telephone paging solutions. The primary advantage is that separate voice and data networks are unnecessary. The requirement to maintain separate voice and data networks does not apply unless your building already includes a built-in paging system. The existing setup might not require replacement when you already have a paging system in place. IP speakers and horns combined with an IP Paging Gateway can supplement your existing system in areas lacking coverage.The major advantage of IP horns and speakers lies in their ability to perform paging operations outside a building because they can connect between different cities through an Internet link.
Alternative Systems
Our wireless PA system offers a quick installation option if you lack an existing wired setup and wish to avoid speaker wiring. The main limitation is the inability to connect this system to your existing phone network. The system operates on 2-way radio frequencies which allows you to send signals through either a base station intercom or a handheld 2-way radio. Position the wireless PA receivers in desired locations and activate them using power.A PA system remains the optimal solution for making emergency or general announcements to a team or group. Despite not having this feature new VoIP telephone systems allow for multiple methods to implement this capability.
Contact IntercomsOnline.com through 888-298-9489 for assistance at finding your desired solution.
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