Mission Critical Communications in Hazardous Locations

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Plantwide Mission-Critical Communications

Voice, Data & Messaging for Increased Safety & Rapid Response

Photo of industrial process plant workers equipped with Ascom intrinsically safe phone and messaging handsets for mission critical communications

Keep everyone informed about plant status and emergency situations with the most advanced communications system yet devised for use in harsh industrial environments. By keeping everyone up-to-date and in contact wherever they are in the plant, wireless communication improves overall safety and security. Key knowledge can be applied to problems as they occur, essential personnel brought into action sooner, and decisions made faster. On-the-spot reporting provides managers with input for short-term and future planning.

The Ascom IP-DECT System combines the dedicated and proven DECT 6.0 standard with an IP data network to create premium wireless VoIP applications on a single infrastructure. Seamlessly integrating with TDM-PBXs or IP-PBXs, Ascom IP-DECT provides a broad variety of features such as caller ID, transfer and hold, plus personal safety monitoring with accident alerts for maintenance crews, engineers and technicians working in less than ideal environments.

Schematic diagram of an Ascom IP-DECT mission critical communications system for a process plant integrated with an existing TDM-PBX or IP-PBX

Photo of an Ascom 9d24Ex intrinsically safe voice and messaging handset for mission critical communications

Ascom 9d24Ex Protector Handset
Secure Voice and Data Communications
with built-in Safety Features

Proven DECT 6.0 technology
Secure private voice and data
Simultaneous voice & messaging
Dust, moisture & shock proof
Intrinsically safe, CSA C/US & ATEX
Push-to-talk and hands-free operation
No-movement, man-down alarm options
Hot and soft keys
Back-lit alphanumeric keypad
Large graphic display
Vibration alert
SIM card identification
System specific theft protection

The rugged 9d24Ex handsets have a large scratch and shatter proof graphical display and feature professional messaging, alarm data and automated interactive text messages. They have a large red alarm button, plus optional man-down and no-movement alarm functions. CSA certification allows these handsets to be used in Class I Zone 1 & 2 hazardous (classified) locations in both the U.S and Canada. ATEX certification also permits use in Europe.

Uninterrupted communication is assured by Continuous Dynamic Channel Selection (CDCS), and zero-delay roaming. For security the Freeset IP-DECT system employs full encryption and authentication in the digital radio transport between the base station and handset. A new encryption key is used for each call.

9d24Ex Handset Specifications
CSA C/US Certification	AEx/Ex ib IIC T4, Tamb= -20°C to 40°C; Cert No. 2002912X
ATEX Certification	II 2G II 3D Ex ib IIC T4, Ex ib D 22 IP64 T50°C; SIRA 05ATEX 2310
Operating Frequency	1920-1930 MHz (USA version)
Operating Temperature	+32 to +104°F / 0 to +40°C
Display	128 x 64 pixel LCD, illuminated, graphics, plus up to 6 lines of text with 20 characters each.
Keys & Buttons	Back-lit alpha-numeric key pad, central navigation key, programmable soft keys (3) and hot keys (10), push-to-talk function, key lock function.
Message Memory	20 messages (FIFO), 6,000 total character limit
Message Indication	Flashing LED, alarm tone, and/or vibration
Phonebook / Call List	100 entries in local phonebook, 20 most recent calls
Handset Identity	SIM-card stores handset ID and all personal settings including profiles and soft key functions.
Hands-free Operation	Separate loudspeaker with signal processing allows hands-free operation and use of handset for conference calls.
Alarm Initiation	Large red alarm button on top of handset, optional no-movement and man-down alarms available.
Dimensions	5.2" x 2.3" x 1.0" / 132 x 58 x 25mm
Weight	Approx. 4.9oz. / 139g
Environmental Protection	IP64 dust and water resistant with TPE gaskets, shock proof to IEC 68-2-32 (dropped 12 times from 1 meter onto concrete), chemical resistant display window.
RF Compliance	USA: Class B digital device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules; complies with FCC SAR limit. Canada: Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Power	Proprietary rechargeable Li-Ion battery specified by CSA certification. Note: battery cannot be changed or recharged in hazardous (classified) locations. Charge time : 1 hour Speech time: up to 12 hours Standby time: up to 120 hours
Accessories, Options	Security string, belt clips, desktop charger, charging rack, leather case. No-movement and man-down alarms, water-resistant headset connector, headsets with microphone on cord or boom, headset with hearing protection. Note: headsets cannot be used in hazardous (classified) locations.

Photo of alternative handsets for use with the Ascom IP-DECT mission critical communications system

Alternative Handsets
Office, Plant, Hazardous Locations

Office M	A full featured handset for the office environment
9d24 Messenger	A full featured rugged handset for industrial environments
9d24 Protector	Same features as 9d24 Messenger with addition of alarm button and optional man-down and no-movement alarms
9d24Ex Messenger	A full featured industrial handset with CSA and ATEX certification for use in hazardous (classified) locations
9d24Ex Protector	Same features as 9d24Ex Messenger with addition of alarm button and optional man-down and no-movement alarms

Photo of an Ascom Freeset IP-DECT base station used for mission critical communications

Ascom Freeset IP-DECT Base Station
Combines proven DECT 6.0 Standard with Emerging VoIP Technologies

Dedicated VoIP wireless base station
Utilizes Ethernet backbone for wired infrastructure
Interfaces with compatible VoIP gateway or IP-PBX
Supports SIP and H.323 protocols
Seamless roaming and handover
Power over Ethernet
Plug & play installation
Web based administration
Handles eight simultaneous calls
Messaging alarm and interactive messaging

Freeset IP-DECT Base Station Specifications
External Connections	(2) RJ45, 10/100baseT Ethernet
VoIP Protocols	SIP (RFC3261), H.323v4 incl. H.225, H.235, H.245, and H.450.1-4, H450.6-9
Voice Encoding	G.711A-law / µ-law (64kbps); G.723.1 (5.3 & 6.3kbps); G.729A (16kbps)
QoS	ToS, 802.1p/q
Temperature Tolerance	Operating: +32 to +104°F / 0 to +40°C Storage: -40 to +158°F / -40 to +70°C
Humidity Tolerance	Operating: 15 to 90%, non-condensing Storage: 5 to 95%, non-condensing
Dimensions	6.5" x 7.9" x 2.2" / 165 x 201 x 56mm (incl. mounting bracket)
Weight	Approx. 17oz. / 482g
Housing	Light gray, ABS molded plastic
RF Compliance	FCC Part 15; IEC 60950-1
Power	IEEE 802.3af; 4 to 5W, 21 to 56VDC

Photo of an Ascom Freeset BS330 base station used with an IP-DECT Gateway for seamless PBX integration of mission critical communications

Ascom Freeset BS330 Base Station
for use with IP-DECT Gateway for Seamless PBX Integration

Dedicated base station for IP-DECT Gateway systems
Transports power & data over CAT5 twisted pairs up to 4,900 feet
Interfaces with compatible VoIP gateway or IP-PBX
Integrated antennas for 100-1000 feet radius
Seamless roaming and handover
Plug & play installation
Web based administration
Handles eight simultaneous calls
Messaging alarm and interactive messaging

Freeset BS300 Base Station Specifications
External Connections	(2) RJ45 for power / data; (1) RJ12 for computer
VoIP Protocols	SIP (RFC3261), H.323v4 incl. H.225, H.235, H.245, and H.450.1-4, H450.6-9
Voice Encoding	G.711A-law / µ-law (64kbps); G.723.1 (5.3 & 6.3kbps); G.729A (16kbps)
QoS	ToS, 802.1p/q
Temperature Tolerance	Operating: +14 to +131°F / -10 to +55°C Storage: -40 to +158°F / -40 to +70°C
Humidity Tolerance	Operating: 15 to 90%, non-condensing Storage: 5 to 95%, non-condensing
Dimensions	6.5" x 7.9" x 2.2" / 165 x 201 x 56mm (incl. mounting bracket)
Weight	Approx. 17oz. / 482g
Housing	Light gray, ABS molded plastic
RF Compliance	FCC Part 15; IEC 60950-1
Required Power Supply	21 to 56VDC, 3W typical, 5W max.

Photo of an Ascom Freeset IP-DECT Gateway used with Freeset BS330 base stations to provide mission critical communications integrated with an IP-PBX

Ascom Freeset IP-DECT Gateway
for use with Freeset BS330 Base Stations

Connect up to 16x BS330 base stations each
handles up to 40 simultaneous calls
Synchronization between IP-DECT base stations
and IP-DECT gateways
Interface with compatible VoIP gateway or IP-PBX
Easy to install in 19" rack, 1U module height
Web based administration

Freeset IP-DECT Gateway Specifications
External Connections	(2) RJ45, 10/100base-T Ethernet interface (2) RJ45, Sync Ring I/O interface (2) RJ45, Reference synch I/O interface (16) RJ45, ISDN UPN base station interfaces
Temperature Tolerance	Operating: +14 to +131°F / -10 to +55°C Storage: -40 to +158°F / -40 to +70°C
Humidity Tolerance	Operating: 15 to 90%, non-condensing Storage: 5 to 95%, non-condensing
Dimensions	1.72" x 19.0" x 13.86" / 44 x 483 x 352mm
Weight	2.68lb / 1.22Kg
Housing	Steel, 1U module height for standard 19" rack
RF Compliance	FCC Part 15 (Class B); ICES-003
Required Power Supply	110/230VAC (100-240VAC), 210W max.

Ascom VoIP Gateway for seamless integration with PBX or PSTN

Up to 60 simultaneous speech channels to PBX
(per gateway)
Two Ethernet ports with separate addressing
Full feature call handling
Includes gatekeeper
Supports redundancy for disaster recovery planning
Web based administration
Includes Call Data recording (CDR)
Supports clock synchronization with time server
19" rack mounting option

VoIP Gateway Specifications
Interfaces	4x T1/E1 (shielded): all interfaces can be configured as TE/slave or NT/master Power off loop: interconnects two T1/E1 interfaces in power off status 2x Ethernet: 10/100Base-TX auto recognition (uplink/downlink). Power over Ethernet (PoE) - IEEE802.3af. Interfaces individually addressable. LED for link status and activity.
VoIP Performance	Internet: TCP/UDP, DHCP VoIP: H.323 v.4 inc. H.225, H.235, H245, H.450, and RAS Gatekeeper routed signalling. Real time protocol (RTP), real time control protocol (RTCP) RAS protocol: support for external gatekeeper DTMF: H.245 alphanumeric or signal type Additional features: H.245 fast connect, en-block dialling, overlapped sending Quality of service (QoS): ToS, DiffServ, IEEE 802.1p/802.1q Voice encoding: G.711 A-law/mu-law (64 kbps), G.723.1 (5.3 and 6.3 kbps), G.729A (16 kbps), G.726 (32 kbps), voice activity detection (VAD), comfort noise generation (CNG), dynamic jitter buffering Echo compensation: G.168
Routing	Telephony Routing: VoIP-TDM, TDM-TDM, VoIP-VoIP Re-routing: Configuration of alternative rotes ISDN Protocols: QSIG ECMA v.2, NI-2, 5ESS, DMS100 CAS Protocols: E&M wink start
Administration	Access: HTML / Web browser, password protected authorization Troubleshooting: logs and traces, status display of interfaces and connections, PING Update: configuration save / reload, Bootcode and firmware update via HTML upload Registrations: up to 1000 subscriber registrations per gateway
Additional Features	HTTP interface: Plays recorded messages from server Time: clock synchronized by external time server, SNTP client and server Music on hold: internal/external via software interface
Temperature Tolerance	Operating: +32 to +113°F / 0 to +45°C Storage: +14 to +158°F / -10 to +70°C
Humidity Tolerance	Operating: 10 to 90%, non-condensing
Dimensions	8.27" x 7.24" x 1.26" / 210 x 184 x 32mm
Weight	2.81lb / 1.27Kg
Housing	Stainless steel, desktop. Optional 19" rack mounting kit.

UNITE Professional Messaging Suite
delivers critical information, alerts and data to mobile devices

Wide range of connectivity
Messaging & alerts on or off site
Get quicker response to critical information
Audit trail from delivery receipt & acknowledgements
Automatic escalation for critical messages
Eliminate problem of noise in overhead paging
Secure, safe, reliable messaging
Create positive impact on workflow & productivity

UNITE Inputs	UNITE Outputs
SMTP	SMTP
TAP	TAP
ESPA	ASCII (IP & Serial)
ASCII (IP & Serial)	XML
HL7	OPC
XML	SpectraLink OAI
OPC	CISCO CIPS
Contact Closures	SNPP
Custom APIs	Contact Closures
	Custom APIs

Photo of an Ascom voice and messaging handset being used in an industrial environment for mission critical communications

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