Description
Versions:
- Algo 8301 (SIP)
- Algo 8301-IC (InformaCast)
Tired of clunky old paging systems that don’t play nice with your new VoIP phones? The Algo 8301 IP Paging Adapter & Scheduler steps in as the simple, reliable bridge you’ve been looking for. It plugs right into your existing analog amplifier, turns any SIP extension into a crystal-clear page, and even automates bells, tones, and announcements so your team stays on schedule without extra work. Compact, PoE-powered, and packed with smart features like multicast zoning and emergency alerts, it’s the upgrade that saves time, money, and headaches for busy IT departments.
The Telecom Spot Expert Take IT managers upgrading from old PBX or key-system paging setups love the Algo 8301 because it keeps their current speaker wiring and amplifiers fully functional while adding modern VoIP control. The isolated balanced output kills hum dead, wideband audio makes every word easy to hear, and the built-in scheduler is a lifesaver for schools, warehouses, and retail locations that need reliable daily bells without tying up a computer. In our experience helping customers integrate hybrid systems, this little device scales beautifully—start with one amplifier and multicast to IP speakers as you grow. It’s straightforward to configure, rock-solid on the network, and gives enterprises the flexibility they actually need.
Key Features
- Seamless VoIP to Analog Bridge – Connects directly to any legacy amplifier (600 Ω–10 kΩ input) and eliminates the need for FXS ports or ATAs, so you can page from any SIP phone or softphone instantly.
- Crystal-Clear Wideband Audio – G.722 HD codec plus isolated balanced line output delivers hum-free, high-intelligibility speech that cuts through noise in busy environments.
- Built-in Bell & Announcement Scheduler – NTP-synchronized calendar lets you automate up to 500 events per schedule (bells, tones, pre-recorded messages) using 1 GB of onboard storage—no extra server required.
- Multicast Zoning for Scalability – Send pages or scheduled audio to up to 50 zones and other IP endpoints simultaneously, perfect for covering entire buildings or campuses with minimal network traffic.
- Emergency Alert & Relay Options – 10 dedicated alert extensions plus a dry-contact relay input for push-button activation of lockdown, evacuation, or custom messages that play until canceled.
- Music & Auxiliary Input – 3.5 mm jack accepts background music or external audio sources, with isolated connections to prevent ground loops.
- Secure & Easy to Manage – TLS/SRTP encryption, web interface or auto-provisioning, and REST API give IT teams full control and peace of mind.
Technical Specifications
- Power: PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 (48 V, max ~4 W idle ~2 W)
- Audio Output: Balanced & isolated line level (XLR-mini + terminal block); adjustable to match 600 Ω–10 kΩ amplifiers
- Audio Input: Isolated line in (XLR-mini + terminal block) + 3.5 mm AUX in
- Codecs: G.722 wideband HD, G.711
- SIP Extensions: Up to 50 page, 10 ring, 10 emergency alert
- Memory: 1 GB for custom WAV audio files
- Multicast: RTP, Polycom Group Page, Singlewire InformaCast, Syn-Apps support; 9 basic + 50 expanded zones
- Relay: Dry contact closure output + supervised input for buttons
- Network: 10/100 Mbps RJ45 with 802.1Q VLAN & 802.1X support
- Mounting: Wall-mount brackets included
- Dimensions & Weight: 6.75” × 4.3” × 1.18” (17.2 × 10.9 × 3 cm), 0.95 lb (0.43 kg)
- Environment: Indoor dry location only, 0–40 °C
- Certifications: UL/CSA, FCC, CE
See Algo 8301 product sheet, user-guide and provision guide for more information