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Telcom & Data, a leader in emergency notification products, is proud to introduce the E-1600-45A outdoor emergency call box from Viking. The ADA compliant emergency phone is designed to provide reliable hands-free communication for parking garages, lobbies, universities, convention centers and elevators. The Viking call box boasts many outstanding features. The unit can dial up to five programmable emergency numbers and two central station numbers. Additionally, the call box can be programmed to automatically deliver an announcement identifying the location of the call. To withstand outdoor conditions, the call box is designed with Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP). EWP products feature rubber gaskets and boots, hand soldered silicon sealed connections, gel-filled butt connectors, and urethane potted circuit boards. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Viking call box, he said, “Safety is a real concern in places like parking garages and college campuses. For these settings, I would recommend this call box. It provides reliable communication, automatic dialing, and can stay operational in severe weather.” For more information about the Viking E-1600-45A call box, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce Scitec's T5-08 hotel phone. The unit is a two-line speakerphone featuring 5 programmable keys. With the simple push of a button, users can connect to the right department to schedule a wake-up call, order a meal, request a taxi, or ask for luggage assistance. In addition to the programmable service buttons, guests will enjoy one-touch message retrieval. The unit also features hold, redial, speaker, mute, and conference buttons. A high/low ringer switch and a 4-step handset volume control allows users to easily choose an audible level. The T5-08 boasts industrial grade construction and a matte finish. Black and ash color options are available to fit the décor of any room. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Scitec T5-08 phone, he said, “The hotel industry is highly competitive and everyone is fighting to be the leader in customer service. The right phone makes a difference because it simplifies guest communication. The Scitec T5-08 phone delivers with 5 customizable service buttons and easy message retrieval.” For more information on the Scitec T5-08 hotel phone, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229. Telcom & Data is also proud to offer many other hotel phones from Scitec and Teledex.

Telcom & Data, a leader in telecommunications, is proud to introduce the Viking AES-2000 apartment entry system. The system is simple to use and provides critical security support. The unit can store up to 525 tenant names and phone numbers. Once a tenant is selected from the database, their phone number is automatically dialed. When a connection has been made, the tenant can activate a remote door strike by entering a touch tone command. A second relay is also provided to control an automatic door. The AES-2000 has special audio and visual support for those with disabilities. The back-lit LCD display features large 1/2” tall characters and shows directions for making a call. A built-in voice recorder and announcer can also deliver an instructional audio message. When the EZ Access button is pressed, instructions are both displayed and announced. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the need for door entry systems, he said, “A door entry system is a must for any apartment owner. I’ve never met an owner that doesn’t want to protect their building from intruders and make their tenants feel safe.” For more information on the Viking AES-2000 door entry system, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business telecommunications, is proud to offer affordable phone system leasing services. Leasing a phone system gives companies expanded credit availability, tax benefits, free cash flow, and equipment obsolescence protection.
Telcom & Data offers convenient short-term and long-term leasing options. The equipment comes from Avaya and Allworx, two of the industry’s top brands. The phone leasing program features 100% financing with no down payment. This allows companies to get the equipment they need without a major cash outlay. As a result, the leasee has more free capital to make other investments. A business may also choose to lease equipment for tax benefits.

Businesses can deduct the lease payments, reducing their tax burden.
When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the company’s phone system leasing services, he said, “Phone system leasing makes sense for a lot of businesses. Purchasing equipment can place a huge drain on a business’s budget. Our leasing program offers a great alternative with low monthly payments.”

For more information on Telcom & Data’s phone system leasing services, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce Wheelock’s UTA-1 loud phone ringer for noisy environments or wide area coverage. Loud ringers are critical for customer communication in automotive repair shops, fabrication shops, machine shops, factories, and other industrial settings. The unit is easily heard over loud machinery at 109 db. Users may choose from 4 ring tones: horn, bell, single chime or vibrating chime. The UTA-1 operates off of standard telephone ringing voltage. The unit is FCC and DOC registered for the public telephone network and can be used behind PBX and key systems. The UTA-1 is ruggedly constructed with a weather resistant backbox and conduit enclosed wiring for optional outdoor use. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data was asked out the loud ringer, he said, “A loud ringer is critical for businesses with noisy environments. For example, in an auto repair shop type of setting, the ringer ensures customer calls are heard over the noise of the cars, machinery, and tools.” For more information on the Wheelock’s loud phone ringer, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in server racks, is pleased to introduce Advantage computer desks from Great Lakes Case & Cabinet. The desks can serve as a one-person terminal or can be expanded to create an organized IT office. The furniture is easily personalized with adjustable storage compartments, shelves, and drawers. All of the units feature a clean and modern design.

Advantage computer desks were built for maximum usability. The units are ruggedly constructed with heavy-duty steel to ensure strength and longevity. The storage drawers and overhead compartments are lockable, delivering critical security requirements. Many accessories can be added to the units including peninsulas, cable management solutions, and LCD flat-panel display mounts. The Advantage product line contains numerous models and configurations to fit any office environment.

When Brian Franz, Regional Sales Manager at Great Lakes, was asked about Advantage computer desks, he said, "IT departments have a completely different set of needs when it comes to furniture. Great Lakes Advantage delivers high quality, heavy-duty functional desks, tables and shelving that are unlike anything else."

For more information on Advantage computer desks, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229

A standard conference phone won’t perform well in large conference rooms; audio quality diminishes dramatically as the distance between the individual speaking and the receiver is extended. Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce the Polycom SoundStation VXT 1000 conference phone as an ideal solution. With the VXT 1000, conference call participants can speak at their normal voice level and be heard clearly from up to 20-feet away from the receiver. The accompanying SoundStation VTX subwoofer extends down to 80Hz, providing great in-house sound. The VXT boasts many great features and benefits. The unit automatically selects wideband or narrowband mode based on the far-end phone. If a call is placed to another SoundStation VTX 1000, the phone will automatically connect in wideband mode. The unit is the world’s first phone to deliver wideband voice over ordinary telephone lines. Additionally, the phone automatically turns off the microphones that are not being used by the speaker, removing the “in the well” sound. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Polycom SoundStation VX 1000 conference phone, he said, “Sound quality is a real problem for many conferencing calls. This phone implements noise reduction technology and many automatic sound features to eliminate poor audio.” The VXT 1000 is easy to install and integrates with Polycom Vortex® installed room systems, Polycom VSX™ group video conferencing solutions, and Global Management System™. For more information about the Polycom SoundStation VXT 1000 or other conferencing products, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

There are many emergencies that industrial and office buildings encounter including fire, medical, security, chemical spills, injuries and severe weather. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) requires employers to use an alarm system to alert employees of necessary emergency action (OSHA) 1910.165. Telcom & Data is pleased to introduce Cooper/Wheelock’s SP40S SafePath system, an OSHA approved emergency evacuation product. Cooper/Wheelock SafePath products are used by Department Of Homeland Defense, the US Military, and have been written as the standard in many building and fire codes in the United States. The SP40S is ideal for both small and large facilities. The SafePath System can be used for general phone paging, messaging, background music delivery as well as emergency voice evacuation. The system comes standard with an on-board digital voice messaging system with 8 standard messages, a hand-held microphone, and a power supply/battery charger. Because the system is OSHA 1910.165 compliant, it does not require reliability inspections every two months or the required spare parts inventory. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the SP40S SafePath system, he said, “The last thing a business wants is to be unprepared for emergency situations or be held liable for failing to meet safety regulations. This SafePath system ensures businesses meet the highest safety standards.” For more information on the Cooper/Wheelock SP40S SafePath system, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Many companies use the stereotypical boring elevator music when customers are on hold. Businesses should be using on-hold audio that excites customers. Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce the Premier Technologies USB 1200 MP3 music on hold messaging system as an ideal solution. The device is perfect for small and medium sized companies that want a user-friendly system. The device uses MP3 files, removing the need to purchase physical media. Using MP3 files allows users to customize the on-hold audio. The system can promote new products and services or play upbeat music. The loading of new files is effortlessly done by “dragging and dropping” MP3 files from a computer to the USB flash drive. When the flash drive is plugged into the unit, the files automatically download. A built-in speaker allows the user to listen to the downloaded audio. The unit is protected from power outages by a constant power source and solid-state memory. The Premier 1200 will automatically re-boot the audio playback following a power outage. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the 1200 music on hold system, he said, “I ask businesses this question: does your music on hold get your customers excited about your new products and services or bore them with songs from the 80s? This product will change the on-hold experience.” For more information about the Premier Technologies USB 1200 music on hold messaging system, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Offshore personnel work with highly combustible materials and confront many other hazardous conditions. According to the U.S. department of the Interior, there are more than 100 fires reported on rigs and platforms every year, making fire safety essential. Telcom & Data, a leader in emergency communication, is proud to introduce Cooper’s explosion-proof SM87BG manual fire alarm for offshore safety. The unit is ruggedly built, easy to install, and requires very little maintenance. The alarm is constructed with marine grade alloy or stainless steel and meets strict standards to handle the harshest offshore conditions. The alarm is UL listed for Class I, Div. 1, Groups C & D and Class I, Zone 1 safety standards. Moreover, the alarm is IP66 and IP67 rated, proving its protection against particles, water, and severe weather. The unit can operate in temperatures between –40°F and +158°F. “Since 1975, the oil and gas industry has turned to the MEDC brand for the most reliable and highly respected alarms and loudspeakers in the industry,” said Scott Hearn, president of Cooper Notification. “The Series SM87BG manual fire alarm, emergency shutdown breakglass and pushbutton units are no exception. They have been designed for the most arduous environmental conditions, featuring ease of installation and maintenance.” For more information about the SM87BG fire alarm, visit Telcom & Data's website or call 1-800-335-0229.