Alpha 4000 MNS mass-notification LED display
The Alpha 4000 MNS is a semi-outdoor full-color RGB mass-notification display for emergency communication on campuses and in buildings, with UL1638 and NFPA 72 compliance, even where noise is high or mobile phones don't work. 24 VDC power, control via RS485.
The Alpha 4000 MNS is a semi-outdoor full-color RGB display specifically intended as part of a mass-notification system. It shows critical alerts and messages on highly visible, full-color LED displays rated for indoor and semi-outdoor use and listed to the UL1638 standard for visual signaling appliances.
By incorporating the displays into campus-wide alert systems, an emergency message reaches everyone, including areas with high noise, poor acoustics or where mobile phones are not permitted or accessible. The range has three models (4080/4120/4160 MNS) with an 80, 120 or 160 columns x 16 rows matrix, RGB 4096 colors and a 7.62 mm pitch. 24 VDC power, control via RS485.
Best choice for
- Emergency and mass notification on campuses, in buildings and on sites: UL1638 + NFPA 72
- Highly visible full-color alerts, even where noise is high or mobile phones don't work
- Semi-outdoor placement, text on 1 or 2 lines in RGB 4096 colors
Less suitable for
- Pure advertising or ambient imagery indoors at short distance: choose a regular indoor full-color display
- Applications requiring Power over Ethernet: see the Alpha 4000 MNS PoE
- Close-up high-resolution video: the pitch is 7.62 mm (optimized for reading distance)
Typical applications
- Campus-wide emergency notification systems (schools, hospitals, business parks)
- Evacuation and alarm messages in noisy or large spaces
- Status and safety info combined with emergency notification
Product information Alpha 4000 MNS
Display
| Type | Semi-outdoor full-color RGB mass-notification display (variable message sign) |
|---|---|
| Models | Alpha 4080 MNS / 4120 MNS / 4160 MNS |
| Color | RGB 4096 colors |
| Resolution / matrix | 80 x 16 / 120 x 16 / 160 x 16 pixels |
| Characters | 10 / 15 / 20 (1 line) or 13 / 20 / 26 (2 lines) |
| Character height | 4.8" (122 mm) or 2.1" (53 mm) |
| Pitch | 7,62 mm |
| Indoor or outdoor placement | Semi-outdoor (sheltered) |
Dimensions and housing
| Cabinet dimensions (W x H x D) | 640 / 945 / 1250 mm x 188 mm x 81 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 3,6 / 5,0 / 6,4 kg |
| Front lens | Polycarbonate |
| Operating temperature | -30 °C to 50 °C |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C to 85 °C |
| Humidity | 5-95% non-condensing |
| Mounting | Wall mounting (standard), ceiling mounting (optional) |
Electrical / Communication / Software
| Power | 16-33 VDC (24 VDC typical) |
|---|---|
| Brightness | 1300 nits (typical) |
| Communication | RS485 serial (PoE optional) |
| File formats | AlphaNet: gif, jpeg, bmp; Ooh!Media also png, avi, mpg, wmv |
| Compliance | UL 1638, NFPA 72, FCC Class A |
| Warranty | 2 years parts and factory labor |
Frequently asked questions
What do UL1638 and NFPA 72 mean for the Alpha 4000 MNS?
The 4000 MNS is listed to UL1638 (standard for visual signaling appliances) and is compliant with NFPA 72 (the US code for fire and emergency notification systems). This lets the display be part of an official mass-notification system.
Is the Alpha 4000 MNS suitable for outdoors?
It is a semi-outdoor display: designed for indoor and sheltered outdoor placement. Operating temperature -30 °C to 50 °C, polycarbonate front lens.
What sizes are available?
Three models: 4080 / 4120 / 4160 MNS with 80 / 120 / 160 columns x 16 rows, each RGB 4096 colors and 7.62 mm pitch.
What is the difference from the Alpha 4000 MNS PoE?
The regular 4000 MNS runs on 24 VDC with control via RS485. The PoE version receives data and power over a single Ethernet cable (Power over Ethernet).
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