Code Blue CBRT00037 Emergency Communication Tower
Overview
The Code Blue CBRT00037 is a PoE-powered emergency communication tower engineered for wall, pole, recessed, and rack mounting in facilities where redundant voice alerting and two-way communication are mission-critical. This unit delivers audio input capability and integrates into existing Code Blue infrastructure without requiring dedicated DC power infrastructure — PoE simplifies network deployment and reduces conduit runs to a single CAT5e/6 drop.
Part of the CBRT series, the CBRT00037 is designed as a scalable component within larger emergency notification systems, particularly in campuses, hospitals, warehouses, and multi-tenant commercial buildings where zone-based paging and voice clarity matter for evacuation and day-to-day operations.
Key Features
- PoE Power: Operates on standard PoE without a separate 12–24V DC power supply, reducing PSU footprint and eliminating a single point of failure in older analog systems. Simplifies installation on existing IP networks and eliminates routing dedicated power conduit.
- Audio Input Capability: Built-in audio input allows direct connection to paging amplifiers, VoIP faceplate systems, and legacy analog signaling devices. Enables flexible integration with existing LS1000, LS2000, and IP-series speakerphone systems already deployed on site.
- Multiple Mount Configurations: Wall, pole, recessed, and rack mounting options accommodate confined spaces, outdoor installations, and equipment rooms. Architects and installers can position the CBRT00037 without custom fabrication, reducing design iterations and shortening project timelines.
- Modular Wago Connector Design: Unit ships with locking Wago plug-and-socket connectors (phased in from 2020 onward) instead of molded plugs, providing secure, tool-free field connections and simplifying component swaps. Conversion kits are included as standard components for retrofitting legacy molded-plug systems, eliminating inventory confusion during service calls.
- Accessory Ecosystem: Compatible with Code Blue replacement parts and accessory catalog (solar adapters, faceplate lights, area-of-refuge signage, touch-up paint kits, and additional lighting options). Multi-year parts availability ensures long service life and straightforward maintenance without vendor lock-in concerns.
- Enterprise Integration: Fits within documented Code Blue communication architecture including IP1500/IP1501 VoIP speakerphones, IA4100 analog faceplate systems, Centry® legacy units, and IP5000 VoIP solutions. Structured network components (switches, media converters) are cross-compatible, enabling unified project deployment.
Integration & Compatibility
The CBRT00037 integrates into Code Blue emergency communication systems and connects to LS1000 audio paging systems, LS2000 VoIP handset platforms, and IP-series speakerphone lines. Audio input accepts both analog paging amplifiers and digital VoIP faceplate outputs, allowing staged migration from legacy systems to IP-based infrastructure without rip-and-replace cycles.
Mounting flexibility (wall, pole, recessed, rack) works with standard industrial conduit, outdoor pole kits, and rack-mount enclosures. Installation tools are documented in the Code Blue installation guides and no proprietary adapters are required beyond the included Wago conversion components.
Deployment Scenarios
The CBRT00037 is suited for:
- Campus Notification Networks: Multi-building distributed systems using centralized LS2000 VoIP platforms with CBRT00037 towers as distributed audio endpoints. PoE reduces infrastructure cost per building.
- Warehouse and Industrial Facilities: Pole-mounted configurations in shipping areas and dock zones where two-way communication between operators and supervisors is required during emergency events.
- Healthcare and Multi-Tenant Buildings: Recessed mounting in hallways and common areas integrates seamlessly with existing IP phone infrastructure. Audio input bridges legacy analog paging systems during facility consolidations.
- Retrofit and Expansion Projects: PoE operation and Wago connectors reduce installation labor versus adding 12–24V DC power distribution, cutting project timelines on existing networks.
What's in the Box
The CBRT00037 includes locking Wago conversion connectors as standard components. Mounting brackets, fasteners, and installation documentation are provided. For units retrofitting existing molded-plug systems, additional Wago conversion kits are included to facilitate field transitions from legacy connectors to current standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the CBRT00037 require a separate power supply, or does PoE power it entirely?
A: The CBRT00037 operates on standard PoE without requiring a dedicated 12–24V DC supply. This simplifies network deployment and eliminates redundant power infrastructure on facilities already running IP phones and PoE cameras.
Q: Can the CBRT00037 connect to legacy analog paging systems?
A: Yes. The CBRT00037 has audio input capability and integrates with Code Blue LS1000 and LS2000 paging platforms, allowing it to bridge analog and IP-based communication during system migrations.
Q: What mounting options does the CBRT00037 support?
A: The CBRT00037 supports wall, pole, recessed, and rack mounting. This flexibility accommodates outdoor installations, confined equipment rooms, and distributed building architectures without custom fabrication.
Q: Are field-replaceable components available for the CBRT00037?
A: Yes. The CBRT series has documented replacement parts and accessories in the Code Blue catalog, including Wago connector kits, lighting components, faceplate adapters, and paint finishes. Long parts availability ensures sustained service without obsolescence concerns.
Q: What is the difference between the molded-plug connectors and Wago connectors on Code Blue units?
A: Starting in 2020, Code Blue transitioned from molded plugs to locking Wago plug-and-socket connectors. Wago connectors offer tool-free field assembly, stronger mechanical retention, and easier component swaps. The CBRT00037 ships with Wago connectors; conversion kits allow retrofitting of older molded-plug units.
Q: Can the CBRT00037 be integrated into a VoIP-based emergency notification system?
A: Yes. The CBRT00037 is compatible with Code Blue IP5000 VoIP speakerphones, LS2000 VoIP handset systems, and IP1500/IP1501 VoIP speakerphones. Audio input and PoE operation support both legacy analog migration and native IP deployments.
The CBRT00037 solves a common integration headache: how to retrofit a campus emergency system without pulling new 12–24V DC power runs. PoE operation on the CBRT00037 means you use existing network infrastructure — no separate UPS branches, no redundant conduit — and the unit still delivers full audio capability into legacy LS1000/LS2000 platforms and forward into IP5000 VoIP systems.
Technical Highlights:
- PoE Architecture: Eliminates dedicated DC power distribution. A single CAT5e/6 drop carries both data and power, reducing infrastructure cost on distributed campuses by 30–40% versus traditional 12–24V DC installation. The shift also removes single-point-of-failure risk if a DC PSU goes offline.
- Audio Input Flexibility: Accepts both analog paging amplifier output and digital VoIP faceplate signals. This bridges legacy LS1000 systems with newer IP5000 deployments, letting you migrate zones incrementally rather than rip-and-replace the entire system in a single maintenance window.
- Wago Connector Standard: Tool-free, locking connections mean on-call technicians can swap failed components in 10 minutes without crimpers or proprietary adapters. Conversion kits are included for retrofitting molded-plug gear, eliminating the old 'I don't have the right connector' service call frustration.
Deployment Considerations:
- On retrofit projects, confirm your PoE switch has sufficient budget for the CBRT00037 and other endpoints. Standard 802.3af switches typically handle 4–8 towers plus phones; higher-density campuses may need PoE+ or PoE++ infrastructure.
- If you're migrating from all-analog to mixed IP/analog, plan the audio input wiring runs during the audit phase — crossing analog and digital signals without proper cable separation can introduce noise into the paging line.
The CBRT00037 is the natural choice for multi-building university and hospital deployments where you have existing IP backbone but need to expand voice coverage without capital outlay on new DC distribution. Campus security teams particularly benefit from the dual-mount flexibility (wall, pole, recessed) — you place zones where they're needed, not where conduit happens to run.
