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Abstract

Applies to sound reinforcement and distribution systems to be used to effect a rapid and orderly mobilization of occupants in an indoor and/or outdoor area affected by a hazard. Specifies the requirements for sound systems which are primarily intended to broadcast information for the protection of lives and property within a protected area when an emergency situation has occurred. Gives the characteristics and the methods of test necessary for the specification of the system.

Status
Withdrawn
Publication Date
01-Apr-1998
Withdrawal Date
31-Dec-2000
Drafting Committee
IEC/TC 100 - IEC_TC_100
Parallel Committee
IEC/TC 100 - IEC_TC_100
Current Stage
9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
Start Date
07-Nov-2019
Completion Date
07-Nov-2019

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN 60849:1998 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Sound systems for emergency purposes". This standard covers: Applies to sound reinforcement and distribution systems to be used to effect a rapid and orderly mobilization of occupants in an indoor and/or outdoor area affected by a hazard. Specifies the requirements for sound systems which are primarily intended to broadcast information for the protection of lives and property within a protected area when an emergency situation has occurred. Gives the characteristics and the methods of test necessary for the specification of the system.

Applies to sound reinforcement and distribution systems to be used to effect a rapid and orderly mobilization of occupants in an indoor and/or outdoor area affected by a hazard. Specifies the requirements for sound systems which are primarily intended to broadcast information for the protection of lives and property within a protected area when an emergency situation has occurred. Gives the characteristics and the methods of test necessary for the specification of the system.

EN 60849:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.320 - Alarm and warning systems; 33.160.30 - Audio systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 60849:1998 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 50849:2017, EN 60068-1:1994, EN 61938:1997, EN 60268-12:1995, EN 60268-16:1998, HD 384.1 S2:2001, HD 243 S12:1995, HD 483.11 S3:1993. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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Standards Content (Sample)


SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-april-1999
Sound systems for emergency purposes (IEC 60849:1998)
Sound systems for emergency purposes
Elektroakustische Notfallwarnsysteme
Systèmes électroacoustiques pour services de secours
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60849:1998
ICS
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