Description
When someone needs help fast, the last thing you want is an emergency phone that fails because of bad weather, a noisy environment, or a dead battery.
The Viking E-1600-02A-EWP is a rugged handsfree emergency phone built to perform in the harshest real-world conditions. Its 14-gauge marine-grade 316 stainless steel faceplate resists vandalism and corrosion, while the Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) design meets IP66 standards — keeping rain, snow, dust, and humidity from ever taking it offline. It connects directly to any standard analog phone line or PBX station port, draws power straight from the phone line itself, and requires no batteries or AC power to operate.
When a call is placed, the unit automatically dials up to five programmed emergency numbers with rollover on busy or no-answer, plays a clear 16-second voice announcement so responders know exactly where help is needed, and lights the "Call Connected" LED for the hearing impaired. Grade 2 Braille labeling and full ADA compliance make it the right choice for areas of refuge, elevators, parking ramps, pools, ATMs, medical centers, campuses, and stadiums.
Our Expert Take: The E-1600-02A-EWP is the larger-format sibling to the E-1600A-EWP, sharing the same proven reliability and EWP rating but offering a more prominent footprint that works especially well in high-visibility safety applications like elevator lobbies, parking structures, and outdoor refuge areas. The non-volatile memory is a genuine advantage here — your programmed numbers and voice announcements survive power outages without any battery backup. If your facility also needs to meet ASME A17.1 elevator code requirements, pairing this phone with the Viking LV-1K Line Verification Panel covers that compliance without a separate system overhaul.
Key Features
- Marine-grade 316 stainless steel faceplate with #4 brushed finish — vandal-resistant and corrosion-proof
- Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) — meets IP66 standards for outdoor and wet environments up to 100% humidity
- Automatic Noise Canceling (ANC) — delivers clear audio even in loud or high-traffic locations
- ADA compliant — auto-lights "Call Connected" LED, Grade 2 Braille label, and location ID via voice or DTMF
- Handsfree operation with advanced call progress detection — no handset required
- Dials up to 5 emergency numbers plus 2 central station numbers with automatic rollover on busy or no-answer
- 16-second non-volatile digital voice announcer identifies the exact location of every call
- Phone line powered — no batteries or AC power required (24 VDC / 20mA minimum from line)
- Remotely programmable from any touch-tone phone
- Auto-answer capability for incoming calls
- Extended operating range from -15°F to 130°F
- Meets latest ASME A17.1 code when used with Viking LV-1K Line Verification Panel
Technical Specifications
- Power: Telephone line powered (24 VDC / 20mA minimum)
- Front Panel: 14-gauge 316 marine-grade stainless steel, #4 brushed finish
- Dimensions: 13.0″ H x 10.5″ W x 2.0″ D (330mm x 267mm x 51mm)
- Shipping Weight: 7 lbs (3.18 kg)
- Operating Temperature: -15°F to 130°F (-26°C to 54°C)
- Humidity: Up to 100% (EWP model)
- Voice Memory: 16 seconds, non-volatile — no batteries required
- Connections: 2 gel-filled butt connectors (included)
- Certifications: ADA, FCC Part 68, FCC Part 15, IP66 (EWP)