Viking Electronics Q171270 6-Wire Amplified Black Handset with 36-Inch Armored Cable
Overview
The Q171270 is a 6-wire amplified black handset paired with a 36-inch armored cable, designed for use with Viking Electronics SIP intercoms, entry systems, and IP intercom panels where a handset interface is required. The armored cable construction resists physical abuse in high-traffic or vandal-prone environments — lobbies, jail vestibules, corrections facilities, industrial access points — where an unprotected cord would fail quickly. At 93 dB SPL at 1 meter, the amplified handset delivers enough output for noisy mechanical rooms, loading docks, and plant floors without requiring supplemental amplification.
Compatibility
The Q171270 is designed for use with Viking Electronics SIP-based entry and intercom products that support a 6-wire handset connection, including the Viking SR-IP SIP Audible Ringer/Visual Ring Indicator line and compatible Viking access control and entry panel products. Verify your Viking panel or intercom unit accepts a 6-wire handset input before ordering — not all Viking SIP products expose a handset port. The 36-inch cable length suits recessed or surface-mount enclosures where the handset hangs adjacent to the panel; confirm rough-in depth and cord-drop clearance during pre-install planning.
Installation Notes
Operating temperature range is -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) with humidity tolerance of 5% to 95% non-condensing — suitable for unheated vestibules, parking structures, and outdoor-rated enclosures in most North American climates. The armored cable is fixed at 36 inches; there is no field-adjustable length, so verify mounting height and handset drop before finalizing enclosure placement. Regulatory compliance is FCC Part 15 and Canada ICES-3 Class A, covering US and Canadian deployments without additional certification work. For intercom installation planning, confirm the host panel's handset wiring pinout against Viking's wiring documentation before terminating.
