Volume Control - Viking 25AE Design Manual

Volume Control

When it comes to setting volume throughout a
paging system, there's no such thing as "one-size
fits-all." Different areas within the system need
different volumes based on the ambient noise levels
in those areas and the type of activity being done
there. Setting the volume based on the noisiest
areas usually results in complaints from employees
in quieter areas. Excessively loud paging disrupts
employees and adds to stress levels.
Obviously, the easiest solution to this problem is to
separately zone each area and adjust the volume
accordingly. However, even within a single zone,
there are likely to be areas where a preset volume
may be too loud for certain activities.
For example, a general office area with cubicles
may also contain areas with private offices and
conference rooms. While a louder volume may
work in the open cubicle areas, private office and
conference room occupants generally prefer lower
volumes. That's where volume controlled speakers
and wall mounted volume controls are indicated.
It's best to use volume controlled speakers in open
areas where noise levels are relatively constant and
where adjustment is rarely necessary. Wall mounted
volume controls are best suited for private offices
and conference rooms, where the occupants may
choose to hear pages, or turn them off completely.
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Setting one volume for all areas, regardless of the ambient
noise level in each area, results in painfully loud pages. This
will generates employee complaints, lower productivity, and
increased stress.
Use wall mounted volume controls in conference rooms and
private offices to allow for individual preferences.
VIKING