QSC Q-SYS PS-1600G Specification
The Q‑Sys Page Stations are network
devices for use in transportation, hospitality
and other facilities that require live paging
to selected zones. Like all Q‑Sys system
components, functionality of the Page
Stations are defined and configured by
the system designer using Q‑Sys Designer.
Once a Q‑Sys design file has been created,
it is then deployed to a Q‑Sys Core
Processor over the Q‑LAN network. The
Page Station works in conjunction with
the “Public Address Router”, a suite of
Q‑Sys software to provide extensive and
sophisticated paging functionality.
Q‑Sys Page Stations provide two network
interfaces (two gigabit Ethernet ports) for
connection to the Q‑Sys system. This allows
the Page Stations to be connected to two
switch ports or to be deployed on two
separate networks to support a variety of
redundant operation modes for mission
critical applications.
In addition to audio and data deliveries via
Q‑LAN, the Page Stations are designed to
receive power from the network via PoE
(Power over Ethernet) or from an optional
+24V DC power supply.
The Page Stations provide a front panel user
interface that includes a 16, 8 or 4‑button
capacitive touch keypad depending on the
model selected. The keypad offers visible
feedback and audible cues, yet there are no
buttons or membranes to wear out. Paging
status, operational detail and alerts are also
reported via illuminated status indicators
and the station’s 240 x 64 monochrome
graphics LCD.
Voice input is provided through a
gooseneck dynamic paging microphone.
The microphone is securely fastened to the
unit, detering theft or removal.
The rear panel of the Page Station offers
a variety of auxiliary audio I/O interfaces
and GPIO for expanding the capability of
the page station. The auxiliary audio inputs
can accommodate accessories such as
a secondary microphone or other audio
source. This feature‑set permits a single
page station (with an optional second
microphone) to serve, for example both
the kiosk and the jet‑way entrance of an
airport boarding area. The page stations
include an auxiliary output that can drive
an amplifier or powered loudspeaker even
if the page station looses connection to
the Q‑Sys Core. The GPIO interface can
be configured to use external events to
affect paging operation or to affect external
control systems.
The Page Station is designed with a flexible
mounting system. The rear of the page
station fits into a standard triple‑gang U.S.
electrical outlet box or it may be mounted
directly to a rough cut opening in a wall
or podium when an electrical “back box”
solution is not required. The electrical box
provides system designers with the option
of pre‑wiring the Page Station cabling prior
to mounting the product. Please visit the
QSC website for a dimensioned template
before beginning installation.
Features
• Capacitive touch,
programmable keypad and
240 x 64 graphics LCD for
flexible customization
• Fully compatible with all
Q-Sys systems. Simply
connect to a Q-Sys system
(with version 2.0 software or
later) and all paging functions
are available without the need
for additional hardware boxes
• Second microphone input and
GPIO allow one Page Station
to serve two locations
• Dual Ethernet connections
support network redundancy
• May use Power over Ethernet
(PoE) or local power supply
• Flexible, securely mounted
gooseneck microphone
(activated by keypad)
• Q-Sys technical
support is available
24/7 – worldwide
PS-1650G | PS-1600G |
PS-800G | PS-400G
PS-1650G | PS-1600G | PS-800G | PS-400G
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Integrated System
Platform
Networked Page Stations
Gooseneck Models
Page Station Models
Model
Microphone Type
Assignable Buttons
PS-1650G
Gooseneck
16
PS-1600G
Gooseneck
4
PS-800G
Gooseneck
8
PS-400G
Gooseneck
4