Emergency Notification in Zoom

Deploying Algo Endpoints for Emergency Notification in Zoom

Algo IP Endpoints are emergency alerting devices for Zoom mass notification. Algo devices are highly noticeable in noisy or noise-sensitive environments. Algo endpoints for emergency call notification in Zoom are effective in instantly informing building occupants about critical events. 

Achieve Very Loud Emergency Alerts with Algo IP Speakers 

Algo IP Speakers offer incredible volume output to ensure users effectively hear emergency notifications in a Zoom environment. Algo offers solutions for both indoor and outdoor applications. Algo’s portfolio includes ceiling speakers, wall-mount speakers, and horn speakers. All Algo speakers are equipped with wideband audio capabilities and ambient noise detection. 

When choosing an Algo IP Speaker for emergency call notifications in Zoom, it is crucial to explore solutions tailored to specific verticals for the best fit and performance. While Algo speakers share common features across the portfolio, each speaker provides unique customizable solutions for specific environments. For loud tones and sharp alerts, the 8180 IP Audio Alerter or the 8186 IP Horn Speaker are optimal choices. Users deploy the 8180 in locations like parking garages or indoor areas requiring a compact yet powerful speaker. Users deploy the 8186 in outdoor or large locations where even louder audio is required.  

For highly intelligible audio output, users deploy Algo’s 8188 IP Ceiling Speaker or 8189 IP Surface Mount Speaker. The speakers ensure clear pre-recorded audio and live voice emergency notifications. The 8188 and 8189 are ideal for classrooms, hallways, and doctor’s offices. 

The 8410 IP Display Speaker and 8420 IP Dual-Sided Display Speaker can display written messages alongside audible communication and flashing visual alerts. Users broadcast display messages to inform audiences of events. Audiences are easily informed of lockdowns, weather alerts, and evacuation notices. 

Bring Incredibly Bright Notifications with IP Visual Alerters 

Heavy machinery and ear protection may prevent workers from hearing emergency alerts. In some cases, noise sensitivity or hearing impairment must be important to consider. Organizations may deploy Algo IP Visual Alerters for visual notifications in Zoom environments, providing silent alerting or complementing Algo audible alerting devices.  

Building a Zoom Mass Notification System with Algo IP Endpoints

Integrating Audible and visual notification tools in Zoom

Many mass notification systems incorporate the use of both audible and visual alerting devices. Together, audible and visual communication ensures crucial messaging is received when it matters most. Organizations pair visual alerting with audible alerting to deliver critical messages to all audiences. 

Users can deploy Algo IP Speakers to broadcast Zoom messages that include important instructions or safety announcements. Algo IP Visual Alerters enhance a communication system by visually attracting the audience’s attention. Visual alerters alert audiences when emergency announcements are being played. Algo strobes also provide lighting in doorways, directing people where to go for safety.  

Multicasting for Emergency Alerting

While users can register every Algo IP Endpoint within Zoom, this is not required. In most environments, only a small number of Algo endpoints will require a Zoom registration. In some cases, particularly small environments, only a single device needs a license.   

Users can make use of multicast capabilities of Algo IP Endpoints to amplify emergency communication systems. By doing so, users can scale zoom mass notification systems to efficiently handle various emergencies. Users can easily customize solutions for broadcasting Zoom mass notifications. Organizations configure either an Algo device or a Zoom-compatible telephone as the multicast sender. 

Multicasting gives users flexibility and control for emergency call notification in Zoom. Multicast enables users to relay important alerts and updates effectively and swiftly when necessary. Leveraging the functionality of Algo IP Endpoints and Zoom can create a robust and efficient communication solution for emergencies in environments of all sizes.  

Accessories to Amplify Zoom Emergency Notification Systems

There are two activation options available using Algo IP Endpoints in a Zoom environment:  

• Via SIP  
• Via Button  

Enhancing an emergency notification system within Zoom is easy with Algo accessories. Algo designed accessories to work in tandem with Algo IP Endpoints. Together, Algo devices provide a seamless solution for delivering emergency notifications from pre-recorded announcements to alarms. The most common accessory is the Algo 1202 Call Button. With various sticker customizations, the quick press of the 1202 button can set off alarms, instantly alerting building occupants of an emergency event. The 1202 is easily distinguished on a wall and the button can be pressed by teachers or staff to instantly alert the entire school body of an emergency event. The 1203 Call Switch also enables instant communication; however, it comes in a more seamless design and can be installed in classrooms or offices.  

Integrating Zoom-certified Algo IP Endpoints with other Mass Notification Systems

Algo IP Endpoints are highly effective for emergency alerting when integrated with Zoom. However, for a more robust emergency notification system that may include SMS text, multi-SIP, etc., Algo IP Endpoints can be used in Zoom with a combination of advanced emergency notification software, such as Singlewire InformaCast, Intrado Revolution, and Layered Solutions to deliver a reliable and effective means of ensuring emergency communication is received by all audiences.