Description
When every second counts, the Viking E-1600-YLA gives people a fast, simple way to get help. This bright yellow, compact emergency phone works on any standard analog phone line or PBX station port—no batteries or power supply needed.
It’s fully ADA compliant, features a large push-to-call button with a built-in “Call Connected” LED, Automatic Noise Canceling for clear audio, and a non-volatile voice announcer that tells responders exactly where the call is coming from. Program it once from any touch-tone phone and it stays programmed—even if power is lost.
Ideal for elevators, parking ramps, pools, medical centers, areas of refuge, campuses, and any public safety location that needs a tough, low-maintenance emergency phone.
The Telecom Spot Expert Review
Setup takes just a few minutes from any touch-tone phone, and the non-volatile memory means your programming survives power outages or line hits. The yellow powder-coated stainless steel faceplate stands out visually and holds up well in high-traffic spots.
If you’re installing in a truly wet or outdoor location exposed to rain, we recommend stepping up to the E-1600-YLA-EWP version with enhanced weather protection. For standard indoor elevators, lobbies, or covered parking, the E-1600-YLA is tough to beat.
Our take: Excellent balance of features, simplicity, and durability at a fair price. We stock it and can usually ship the same day.
Key Features
- Bright yellow finish for high visibility
- Fully ADA compliant with Grade 2 Braille label and automatic “Call Connected” LED
- Handsfree operation – just press the button and speak
- Automatic Noise Canceling (ANC) for clear audio in loud environments
- Built-in digital voice announcer (16 seconds) that plays your custom location message
- Dials up to 5 emergency numbers plus 2 central station numbers
- Automatically cycles to backup numbers if the first is busy or doesn’t answer
- Phone line powered – no batteries or external power required
- Non-volatile memory – programming survives power loss
- Remotely programmable from any touch-tone phone
- Advanced call progress detection – hangs up on busy, silence, CPC, or timeout
- Can auto-answer incoming calls for two-way monitoring
- Compatible with most central station monitoring equipment
- Meets ASME A17.1 when paired with Viking LV-1K Line Verification Panel
- Works on any analog line or analog PBX station port
Technical Specifications
- Power: Telephone line powered (24VDC / 20mA minimum)
- Dimensions: 5.75″ H x 3.08″ W x 1.05″ D (146 mm x 78 mm x 27 mm)
- Shipping Weight: 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg)
- Material: 0.060″ thick (16 gauge) 304 stainless steel with textured yellow powder paint
- Operating Temperature: -15°F to 130°F (-26°C to 54°C)
- Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
- Mounting: Surface mount to walls, posts, single-gang boxes, or recess mount in elevator phone boxes
- Connections: Two gel-filled butt connectors (included)
- Certifications: FCC Part 68, FCC Part 15, ADA compliant