Description
Upgrade your existing analog PA system with modern InformaCast paging and emergency alerts—no need to replace amplifiers or speakers.
If your business relies on reliable analog amplifiers but needs VoIP-powered paging and emergency notifications, the CyberData 011280 InformaCast Enabled Paging Adapter is the perfect bridge. It connects Singlewire InformaCast software directly to your legacy analog paging systems so every announcement and alert reaches every corner of your facility—clearly, reliably, and securely.
Our Expert Take: For facilities that already have analog paging in place, this adapter is the smartest way to add Singlewire InformaCast capabilities without a costly rip-and-replace. It gives you SIP and multicast paging, 10 prioritized groups, and full resiliency support so daily announcements and emergency broadcasts never miss a beat. Our customers—IT teams and facilities managers—tell us it saves time on installs, cuts downtime, and future-proofs their notification systems while staying within budget. Rack-mountable, PoE-powered, and built tough for -40 °C to 55 °C environments, it’s ready for warehouses, offices, schools, and manufacturing floors.
Key Features
- Direct InformaCast integration – Broadcasts Singlewire InformaCast paging and emergency events over your existing analog amplifiers so you keep your current speakers and amps.
- SIP, multicast, and InformaCast support – Receives messages from multiple sources and prioritizes up to 10 multicast paging groups for flexible, clear communications.
- High-quality audio – Delivers G.722 wideband audio and high-fidelity output so every page sounds professional and easy to understand.
- Built-in resiliency – Supports InformaCast and Cisco SRST failover so your paging stays online even if the primary server goes down.
- Background music and night ringer – Line-in connection lets you play music over the PA; a second SIP extension works as a loud ringer for after-hours alerts.
- Security you can trust – TLS 1.2 with mutual authentication, SRTP encryption, and HTTPS web configuration keep your system protected.
- Easy zone control – DTMF entries let you target specific analog paging zones without extra hardware.
- Remote monitoring – Sense input, amp fault sensor, and event generation help you watch device health and catch issues early.
- Rack-mount ready – Compact design fits standard racks, making it perfect for IT closets and server rooms.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Ethernet Interface | 10/100 Mbps |
| Protocol | SIP RFC 3261 Compatible |
| Notification Software | Singlewire InformaCast v4.0 and above (v12.1 tested) |
| Power Input | PoE 802.3af or 48 VDC |
| Line In | 2.0 VPP maximum, 10 kΩ impedance |
| Line Out | 2.0 VPP maximum, +2 dBm nominal, 0.5 % THD max, 10 kΩ impedance |
| Page Port Output | Balanced 600 Ω, 5 VPP |
| Payload Types | G.711 a-law, G.711 μ-law, G.722, G.729 |
| Network Security | TLS 1.2, SRTP, HTTPS |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to 55 °C (-40 °F to 131 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5–95 %, non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F) |
| Dimensions | 6.11 in × 4.05 in × 1.15 in (155.19 mm × 102.87 mm × 29.21 mm) |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs (0.54 kg) unit / 1.8 lbs (0.82 kg) boxed |
| Compliance | CE, RoHS, FCC Part 15 Class A, Industry Canada ICES-3 Class A, TAA Compliant |
| Warranty | 5 years limited |
FAQ
How does the CyberData 011280 work with Singlewire InformaCast?
It receives InformaCast paging events and sends them directly to your legacy analog amplifiers so announcements and emergency alerts play over your existing speakers.
Does it support background music or after-hours ringing?
Yes—the line-in connector plays music over the PA, and the second SIP extension functions as a loud/night ringer for shift changes or urgent calls.
What power options does it have?
It runs on standard PoE 802.3af or a optional 48 VDC power supply, so you can choose the easiest installation method for your site.
Can it target specific zones in my analog system?
Absolutely—DTMF entries let you dial in different analog paging zones right from any SIP phone or device.
Is it secure for enterprise or cloud use?
It includes TLS 1.2 with mutual authentication, SRTP encryption, and HTTPS configuration, making it safe for both local networks and cloud-based InformaCast setups.
Who installs this adapter?
IT directors and facilities teams handle it easily—rack-mountable design, simple web configuration, and autoprovisioning make setup fast and straightforward.