In the world of access control, clear communication is essential for security, convenience, and user experience. Whether managing a commercial building, a gated community, or a secure facility, audible messages can provide critical guidance, alerts, and confirmations to users. The ELK-120 Recordable Voice Module is a powerful solution that enables security professionals to add custom voice messages or sounds to access control systems, enhancing functionality and user interaction.
Practical Applications of Custom Messages
Here are some real-world examples of how the ELK-120 can improve access control through customized audio messages:
Entry Confirmation: "Welcome! Access granted. Please proceed." This reassures authorized users as they enter a secured area.
Unauthorized Attempt Alert: "Access denied. Please contact security." This informs users when they fail to meet access requirements.
Door Held Open Warning: "Attention! The door has been left open. Please close it to secure the area." This prevents security breaches due to propped doors.
Emergency Exit Notification: "Emergency exit activated. Security has been notified." This ensures clarity in emergency situations.
Visitor Instructions: "Please use the intercom to request entry." This helps guide guests at secured entry points.
Pre-Entry Warnings: "You are entering a restricted area. Authorized personnel only beyond this point." This helps reinforce security before individuals reach access points.
Integration with Access Control Systems
The ELK-120 is designed for seamless integration with access control systems. Each channel requires a simple 12V signal, which can be triggered by relays, keypads, card readers, motion sensors, or alarm panels to play back messages at precisely the right moment. The module includes selectable playback options such as single or repeating messages, as well as adjustable volume control to suit different environments. Whether installed at a main entrance, a restricted zone, or a high-security area, the ELK-120 ensures that users receive clear and timely instructions.
For advanced access control integration, the ELK-E27 and ELK-M1 controls provide powerful capabilities:
- Input/Output-Based Control: Both the E27 and M1 act as intelligent controllers, allowing seamless integration with access systems. Their robust rules engines enable automated activation of ELK-120 voice alerts or other devices based on inputs from the access system keypads, card readers, or motion sensors, as well as date/time, system arm status, occupancy and more.
- Alarm Event Communication: These controls serve as communicators, reporting security and access events to a central monitoring station, ensuring a comprehensive security solution.
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How the ELK-120 Works
The ELK-120 Recordable Driver Module is built for efficiency and reliability. Here’s an overview of key features and technical specifications:
- Activate playback with 12VDC trigger, for easy integration with a variety of devices, including push buttons, motion detectors, and more.
- 8 minutes of recording time
- Built-in condenser microphone for easy recording
- 24-watt amplified speaker output with adjustable volume
- Line-level output for integration with paging systems and A/V amplifiers
- Optional PC sound card interface (ELK-129) for transferring WAV files, allowing for more customization and flexibility
- Operating Voltage: 11 to 14 Volts DC
- Current Draw: .2 to 2 Amps, (depends on volume setting & speaker load)
- Sound Level: 120 db @ 1 meter, 14 vdc, with one 8 ohm speaker
- Max. Speaker Loading: 4 Ohms
- LIFETIME WARRANTY
