Clear-Com KB-802GM-IM Encore 2-Channel Remote Speaker Station

The KB-802GM-IM remote speaker station permits the user to select between two channels of partyline communications, with the ability to talk and/or listen on the selected channel. The user can listen via the integral speaker, or may use a headset or telephone-style handset – and can talk via a gooseneck mic, headset mic, a telephone handset, or a push-to-talk microphone.

A switch allows the user to choose between the optional GM-9 or GM-18 microphone and the headset connector. The adjustable sensitivity, close-in VOX feature automatically detects the user’s voice at the mic and dips the level of the integral speaker while increasing the gain of the microphone, performing in the opposite manner when listening. The potential for acoustic feedback is minimized while permitting natural conversation levels and dynamics.

Microprocessor-controlled logic and switching yields a feature-rich intercom station in a compact format. Electronic switching for the talk button, blue-color LED (on), amber color LED (off), permits momentary or latching operation. For call signaling, a bright LED lights when a call is activated on a connected intercom channel. A defeatable audible call signal, with level control, is also provided. Separate level controls are provided for intercom level and for balanced program input. A local program source may be fed to the station, allowing the user to monitor that source while remaining in contact on the intercom system. The balanced program input can also be used in conjunction with the stage-announce output of a main station to provide a paging interrupt, allowing paging at the KB station even if the intercom volume control is turned down.