Description
When a threat unfolds in seconds, the Viking PB-1 panic button kit gives staff a discreet, instant way to silently call for help without tipping off anyone in the room.
The PB-1 connects directly to a Viking E-1600A series emergency phone and creates a one-way talk path to a pre-programmed number the moment someone presses the button. The receiving end hears everything happening at the installation site — voices, activity, ambient sound — while the site hears nothing back. There is no audible tone, no visible indication to bystanders that monitoring has begun, making it an exceptionally effective covert security tool. A red LED lights up to confirm the call is connected, giving staff quiet reassurance that help is on the way.
Setup is fast and straightforward. The PB-1 is fully modular with a single RJ11 plug-in connection, and the included foam tape lets you mount it anywhere — under a counter, behind a desk, or at any angle — without tools or special hardware. It's a natural fit for courtrooms, bank teller stations, gas stations, motel reception desks, late-night restaurants, and convenience stores.
Our Expert Take: The one-way silent monitoring aspect is what makes the PB-1 genuinely useful in high-risk front-line environments. Unlike a standard emergency phone that announces itself when activated, the PB-1 keeps the situation calm on the surface while alerting the receiving party in real time. If your facility already runs the E-1600A series, this is a low-cost, high-impact addition that requires no new wiring beyond the existing phone connection.
Key Features
- Connects to Viking E-1600A series emergency phones to activate a one-way talk path to a pre-programmed number
- Silent covert operation – receiving end hears the site clearly, but the site cannot hear the receiving end
- No visible or audible indication at the site that monitoring is active – ideal for high-risk security situations
- Red LED confirms call is connected for quiet staff reassurance
- Fully modular design with single RJ11 jack for fast plug-in installation
- Unobtrusive form factor – mounts at any angle using included foam tape, no tools required
- 7-foot cord length for flexible placement under counters or at workstations
- Designed for courtrooms, bank teller stations, gas stations, motel desks, late-night restaurants, and convenience stores
Technical Specifications
- Compatible Devices: Viking E-1600A series emergency phones
- Talk Path: One-way (receive only at call destination)
- Connection: (1) RJ11 jack
- Cord Length: 7 ft.
- Dimensions: 2.56″ x 1.38″ x 0.79″ (65mm x 35mm x 20mm)
- Mounting: Foam tape included, mounts at any angle