Ramtel

Ramtel phones provide peace of mind in knowing that Safety and Security are of serious concern. Assistance is a phone call away.

The use of a personal cell phone is used for so many purposes. It does not guarantee that a person using the phone will be aware of an emergency alert being sent.

• Ramtel specializes in Custom Silk Screened phone panels, individualized to your needs
• Custom Silk Screening can provide Security phone numbers to call
• All Hands Free Phone are designed for indoor and outdoor application
• Phone can be surface mounted in an enclosure – no door, in enclosure with door or installed in a flush mount enclosure, wall unit or column

Standard Size Phones

• The One Button Hands Free Phone provides two way communications for Emergency Assistance.
• The Dual Purpose Phone includes a keypad for manual dialing and One Emergency Auto-Dial.
• Six hole mounting installation

Mini Size Phones

• The “Mini” version of the One Button Hands Free Phone provides two way communications for
• Emergency Assistance. The “Mini” version of the Dual Purpose Phone includes a Keypad and one Emergency Auto-Dial
• Four hole mounting installation

For information:

Multi-Button phone – No Keypad (Standard and Mini)

Multi-Button Phone – with Keypad (Standard and Mini)

Two way communication placed by person in Elevator to Security, or by Security contacting the person in the elevator

If person(s) in the elevator need assistance, they simply push a button to activate the call to Security.

At any time, Security can call phone in that elevator, to automatically open the connection and talk with person(s).

Elevator Phones can vary depending on installation:

• Standard size phone Surface mounted in telephone cabinet, with door removed.
• Mini phone can be flush or surface mounted inside the elevator
• OEM phone (no front panel) can be installed behind the control panel

• Ramtel specializes in Standard and Custom Silk Screened phone panels individualized to your needs.
• Back box protects electronics
  

Ramtel specialized phones serve a specific purpose.

If you have a need, contact Ramtel

These phones are listed and shown with detailed information:

• Area of Refuge
• Muted Speaker
• Two Language Silk Screened phone panels
• k-12 Mini phones … Entrance – Emergency Assistance

A Phone Enclosure varies in size and color, depending on application and installation

Downloadable Installation Instructions are available on the Specifications Page

RAMTEL is the only company that provides NON-RUSTING STAINLESS STEEL COLUMNS: Contemporary and Traditional designs

The engineering design, fabrication quality, high power LED lights, labeling on all sides of a Stainless Steel column, and custom silk screened phone panel cannot be compared.

For additional information go to: “SPECIFICATIONS” and “COLUMN and WALL UNIT OPTIONS”

STAINLESS STEEL is not affected by:

• Snow and water build-up at base
• Salt spray or scratches
• Moisture within the unit (Air-Flow not necessary)

As you walk along Campus grounds, these High Powered LED Lights (generally blue) shine brightly, directing a pathway to phone assistance with emergency connection to Security…. you feel safe.

Ramtel offers a variety of High Powered LED Strobes for various applications and use

The flashing light is activated when Emergency Button on Ramtel phone is pressed, and stops flashing when call is completed.

The standard lens color is “blue”. Also available: “Amber” and “Red”

A Computer Based Program utilizing existing phone lines and RAMTEL Phones through high powered concealed Public Address Speakers.

Includes Server Grade Computer with Installed Software, USB Microphone, Keyboard, and Mouse

All Campus Alert – Frequently Asked Questions

What is RAMTEL’S ALL-CAMPUS ALERT System?

RAMTEL’S ALL-CAMPUS ALERT SYSTEM is a computer based program that utilizes existing phone lines and RAMTEL phones.

What can the system accomplish for your campus?

Authorized personnel can immediately activate a repeat sequence, which can include:

• Pre-recorded announcement to multiple phones, through PA Amplified Speakers
• A Siren, with controlled volume and tone choices
• Strobe option

Why is RAMTEL’S ALL-CAMPUS ALERT System different from other alert systems?

• System utilizes existing hard wired phone lines.
• System is cost affective and provides a campus wide alert warning.
• Eliminates confusion, ambiguity of text messaging, voice message to cell phone or email being sent by campus personnel during an alert situation.

RAMTEL’S System is “User Friendly”

The RAMTEL System includes a SERVER GRADE COMPUTER with modems, software and U.S.B. Microphone.

Once the data has been entered into the computer, the screen will display “Sequence of Events and “Groups of Phones” to be activated simultaneously.

• Computers can be networked and is password protected.
• Alert sequence in process can be turned off manually. For added protection, the Control Board has a back up timer.
• Siren Tone options: Yelp, Wail, Hi/Low Tones
• Master Volume control with 16 Volume adjustments in software

How does the RAMTEL computer based system work?

When the ‘Alert” is activated, the commands are sent through the telephone network to the groups of RAMTEL phones, then to the Control Board that stores the information.

Is the announcement made through the speaker on the RAMTEL phone?

The RAMTEL phone is used as the vehicle to send message to the Control Board that stores the information for an alert activation.

The Public Address speakers and a Control Board are installed in a retro-fit cap for the Stainless Columns and in a tamper proof housing for surface mounting.

What are the guidelines for Live Messaging?

• Live message can be announced to a group of 24 phones.
• Live recorded message can also be saved in a file on computer and activated to all groups of phones – 24 phones at a time.

Can the RAMTEL phone be used during the Campus Alert?

The RAMTEL phone can be used during an alert.

• The Audio Alert (Siren and Message) is temporarily interrupted.
• When phone is back on hook, the audio sequence will be re-activated through the duration of alert sequence.

Does the All-Campus Alert System work only with RAMTEL phones?

Yes, the design of the RAMTEL phone includes the necessary electronics for the All-Campus Alert System.

Can the system work with both RAMTEL Old phone models and the new Micro Processor Based phone models?

No, only MPBP phone models can be retro-fit for the system.

Can Existing Columns be upgraded to All Campus Alert?

Yes, columns can be retro-fitted with Speaker Cap & Control Boards

Can the system be tested?

A “test message” and “sequence” can be sent to “groups of phones”.

Phones can be polled 2, 4, or 8 at a time.

System includes CPU, Modem, Installed Software, Keyboard, and Mouse

Testing Includes:

• Emergency Number Stored
• Speaker
• Microphone
• Blue Light

Several Options are offered with standard equipment

Camera Mount Bracket for all Stainless Steel Columns PLC-8A-LED & PLC-7A-LED. Installation: Top & Side Mount.
Camera Mount Bracket for all Stainless Steel Columns PLC-9A-LED & PLC-10A-LED Installation: Top Mounted. Strobe Light mounted on top of bracket.
Double Camera Bracket can be mounted on all Stainless Steel Columns 360 degrees of continuous viewing with no obstruction.
Built-In Siren within the Top Cap of all Stainless Steel Columns Siren is activated when Emergency Button on phone is pressed and brings attention to the area. Siren is deactivated when call is answered, so not to conflict with communication.
Cell Dock Installation Provides a Cellular phone connection when a standard Analog telephone line is not available.
Photo Recognition Built-In Camera Press Button on phone, light flashes and camera turns ON. Camera disconnects when call is complete. (Camera not provided)
Lexan Spring Load Door over phone panel Protects against walk-by button activation. Provides additional weather protection. Can be used on Columns, Wall Units and Standard Phone Enclosure.
100 Watt Built-in Heater Reduces the buildup of snow and ice accumulated in front of the phone area of column and wall unit. Alaska insulation option: For extremely low temperature.
Ramtel’s “Fail Safe” Piezo Quad Switch Four switches in one. This large red button is visible and easily activated: A reliable connection no matter where the button is pressed. Essentially four switches in one.
Blue Light Sensor for Checking Lights One of the “check functions” used with Reliance Polling/Diagnostics Software to indicate if blue light is ON or OFF in Columns and Wall Units.
Phone Line Verification Monitor When there is a break in phone line. A line connection is verified once every minute and twenty-five seconds. If line is broken or disconnected in any way, an alarm is set off at main control station.
VOIP Interface When a Gateway is not available in your switch, consider a Ramtel VoIP option which enables users to take advantage of VoIP on your analog phones.
Twilight Charger Provides sufficient battery power to operate Ramtel columns and wall units during the daytime. During the nighttime, units can be powered from 600v AC, 480v AC, 277v AC, 240v AC, 208v AC, or 120v AC power network.	Battery Backup In the event of a power interruption, the column will switch to battery power.

Custom products and services are, by definition, unique. Each is produced individually; usually to meet a size, color, style, and purpose. Custom products are generally one-of-a-kind items, but many times it becomes part of a Ramtel standard.

Call to discuss Ramtel’s expertise in custom requirements.

Custom Panels Horizontal, Slim Vertical, and Specially made panels to fit every need and enclosure.
All Campus Alert Self Test & Training Unit
PLW-6 Wall Unit Clear Lexan Door, Silk Screened with special operating instructions.
Hollow Steel Stanchion For Easy Wiring 10″ wide – 2″ deep Surface or Recessed mounting For flush mount phone and High Powered Strobe Primed or Powder Coated, with or without Emergency Labels
Solar Panels Single or Double Size If partial power is available, consider Twilight Charger Contact Ramtel for more information.
Phone Sentry Built in phone Light over phone panel PS-8 Shown (11″ Square design) Also available in PS-7 (13″ Triangle design)
Custom Height Stainless Steel Columns Photo: PLC-8-LED – 9ft standard height to the 7′ custom height A Special Height Column is an alternative choice when a standard height column cannot be installed Stainless Steel Columns Installation reference: Parking garage so light can be seen from a distance above rooftops of trucks, SUVs, and cars. Open area in center of parking garage with light visibility shining brightly in four directions, reducing the number of wall units required.