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Alpha Announce Digital

Alpha Announce Digital

Product catalog summary

Overview
The AlphaAnnounce Digital is a high-quality Maritime Public Address and General Alarm system designed to comply with SOLAS/IMO and IEC regulations for vessels over 500GT and passenger vessels. It is suitable for various maritime applications including offshore patrol vessels, oil & gas platforms, cruise ships, and more.

System Specifications
The system features an eight-channel digital amplifier, a line transfer unit for 100V constant output, and a backup panel. It offers a standard power of 2*320W continuous with separate A and B circuits, dual power supplies, and alarm/tone generators to ensure operation during failures. The system can be expanded to include up to 64 amplifiers, creating systems up to 40kW and 512 zones.

Key Features

2*320W A and B loop system with 90% amplifier efficiency
8 alarm inputs and outputs (N/O or N/C)
Main power: 230 VAC; Emergency power: 24VDC or 230VAC
19” Swing frame cabinet with dimensions 740(h)*600(w)*573(d) mm
8 speaker lines and 4 groups, both extendable
Time-based events, auto-self-diagnosis, and speaker line monitoring
Maintenance-free with AlphaAnnounce Manager configuration software
Pre-recorded messages compliant with IMO/SOLAS rules

Control Station Features

Gooseneck microphone with system error indication
8 programmable push buttons for group or alarm selection
Alarm buttons protected against accidental use
Dimmable backlight and external dimmer input
Local speaker mute contact and up to 16 control panels per system

Amplifier and Line Transfer
The AlphaAnnounce Digital Amplifier includes 8 independent 150W amplifiers, digital matrix, built-in message player, and efficient DSP. The Line Transfer unit converts low impedance input to constant voltage outputs, ensuring priority messages are heard.

Backup and Additional Components

Backup microphone and built-in message player
700W power converter from 24VDC to 48VDC
MS 1033 CD-USB/MP3 Player with FM Radio Tuner
AAI800 Input and Control Unit for local announcements and system control
ASV800 Source and Volume Control Unit for local sound control
Configuration/Maintenance Mini Laptop for easy system management

Speakers
A range of 100V loudspeakers is available for clear communication in various environments, including indoor, machinery spaces, and hazardous areas.

Contact Information
Alphatron Marine B.V., Harbour 115, Schaardijk 23, 3063 NH Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Phone: +31 (0)10 – 453 40 00, Email: [email protected], Website: www.alphatronmarine.com

Note: Specifications may change without notice.

Catalog excerpts

The human touch in technology Public Address and General Alarm system AlphaAnnounce Digital

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ALPHA ANNOUNCE DIGITAL PUBLIC ADDRESS AND GENERAL ALARM SYSTEM APPLICATIONS The AlphaAnnounce Digital is a high quality Maritime Public Address and General Alarm system in conformity to SOLAS/IMO and IEC regulations for vessels >500GT and passenger vessels. TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Offshore Patrol Vessels Platform Supply Vessels Oil & Gas Platforms Accommodation Platforms Cruise ships Anchor handlers Dredgers Survey vessels Mega Yachts Research vessels Patrol vessels Pipelaying vessels Cablelaying vessels Ferries Heavy lift vessels Jack Up rigs ALPHA ANNOUNCE DIGITAL MODULAR CONCEPT The standard...

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SYSTEM FEATURES 2*320W A and B loop system Amplifier Efficiency of 90% 8 alarm inputs N/O or N/C 8 alarm outputs N/O or N/C Main power 230 VAC Emergency power 24VDC or 230VAC 19” Swing frame cabinet 15U Dimensions 740(h)*600(w)*573(d) mm 8 speaker lines (extendable) 4 groups (extendable) Power consumption 50W when idle Time-based events Auto-self-diagnosis Speaker line monitoring Maintenance free AlphaAnnounce Manager configuration software Pre-recorded messages Compliant with IMO/SOLAS rules and regulations CONTROL PANEL FEATURES Gooseneck microphone System error indication 8 programmable push...

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The AlphaAnnounce Digital Amplifier is the heart of the system, a digital multichannel amplifier, which contains routines for diverse digital signal processing and the monitoring of the system operation. 8 independent 150W @ 8 Ohms amplifiers Digital matrix 7x8 7 analog audio inputs, mic/line level Built-in message player Messages/alarms in USB memory stick Calendar and timer functions ALPHA ANNOUNCE DIGITAL AMPLIFIER 8 control contact inputs 8 control contact outputs Phantom voltage for microphones System connection Bus 1 and Bus 2 (CAT5/6/7) Efficient signal processing (DSP) AlphaAnnounce Manager...

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MS 1033 CD-USB/MP3 PLAYER WITH FM RADIO TUNER BACK UP Double sound source with two independent sections and outputs (Tuner –CD/MP3) and 2 USB connections and SD card slot. AAI800 INPUT AND CONTROL UNIT BACK UP Programmable local controller connected to the system bus. Possible functionalities: Local announcement with microphone connected to jack plug, message/alarm distribution, Digital Amplifier output control, change system preset and mute for local speakers. ASV800 SOURCE AND VOLUME CONTROL UNIT BACK UP Used as a local sound control device, connected to the system bus. Controls group volume...

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