NIKOS – Gedenkveranstaltung

Mobile Emergency Communication System for Events

autonomous reliable cost-effective

NIKOS is not a conventional PA system, but a radio-based public address, alarm and control system for large events, construction sites and crisis situations, which you can rent by the day through certified partners and either integrate into your PA or use on its own.

Challenge

Communication must be established immediately without fixed infrastructure

At an event, emergency communication often has to be set up under considerable time pressure: setup areas, visitor zones and operational routes frequently change right up until the event begins. Fixed loudspeaker or network structures are usually not available, yet all relevant areas must be reached immediately with warnings, evacuation announcements and instructions. When visitor density is high, public communication networks quickly become overloaded, meaning that mobile-network-based alerting procedures are not sufficient as the sole layer for emergency situations.

Solution

One unified solution for everyday use and emergencies

With NIKOS, announcements, system monitoring, visitor information and device control come together on a single platform — fully independent of the public network. For events such as this one, NIKOS combines the necessary functions in a unified communication platform. NIKOS [dispatcher]² controls the announcement units as required, targeting individual announcement locations, specific areas or the entire site. NIKOS [audio]² receives the voice transmission wirelessly on site and outputs it as an analogue audio signal. Additional modules such as NIKOS [flash]², NIKOS [LED]² and NIKOS [relay]² enable visual signalling, emergency lighting and the switching of external devices. This eliminates the need for separate control units and additional operator positions. As a result, material, installation and operating costs are reduced, while recurring tasks can be managed centrally.

FAQ

Information for planners and organisers

Does NIKOS meet the applicable standards for announcements?+
Yes, NIKOS is standard-compliant: the system meets DIN EN 50849 for electroacoustic emergency warning systems. NIKOS was developed specifically for safety-relevant announcements and alerting — usable both in everyday operation and in an emergency. For ELA systems, DIN EN 50849 forms the decisive reference framework. Unlike mobile network-based systems, NIKOS fully meets these requirements because it operates independently of an external network and is therefore immediately ready for use at any time. Other safety-related standards such as DIN EN 54, DIN VDE 0833-4 and DIN 14675 (voice alarm systems) do not apply to NIKOS, since they concern a different field of use and functional scope. As a public address system for temporary and mobile deployments, NIKOS has already been used successfully many times for mission-critical communication tasks since 2017. RADACOM and your regional NIKOS partner will be happy to advise you on the wide range of NIKOS functions and support you in implementing the requirements cost-effectively.
Where does NIKOS provide cost benefits?+
Depending on the application, NIKOS can combine different functions on a unified communication platform. These savings can quickly offset the rental and installation costs of NIKOS. You can find some specific examples of potential savings here. When its wide range of functions is used consistently, NIKOS often not only increases the level of safety and makes employees’ work easier, but can also reduce the overall budget. NIKOS mainly reduces the effort required for separate loudspeaker, control and communication solutions. Material requirements and cabling work are reduced, and information and emergency announcements can be made from a single location. NIKOS can also be used to replace personnel in a targeted manner: tasks that would otherwise require several security, reporting or operator positions distributed across the site can be handled from a single location through central announcements, remote control and status monitoring. This allows personnel to be saved or deployed more effectively at safety-critical points. The greatest savings potential arises at fenced-off events such as festivals and corporate events: guarding emergency exit gates can be replaced by technically monitoring the gates with NIKOS, meaning that security posts at emergency exits can be eliminated or deployed more effectively elsewhere. In this way, rental and installation costs are offset by savings in personnel and other technology. Particularly for temporary, time-limited events, this significantly reduces the costs of planning, installation and operation of safety technology.
How does emergency communication remain operational during a power or network failure?+
NIKOS operates via its own autonomous radio network and independently of public communication networks. The system is resistant to external influences and responds resiliently to disruptions of normal operations. NIKOS [audio]² has an internal battery with a runtime of up to 16 hours and also supplies connected accessory modules with power. This means that the mobile emergency communication system for the event remains reliably operational even if the power supply fails or public communication networks are disrupted.
Can NIKOS be deployed at short notice and flexibly?+
Yes. NIKOS was specifically developed for flexible outdoor applications without fixed infrastructure. The modules can be mounted by one or two people within just a few minutes on a variety of structures such as lampposts, stages, stands or trees, and can be configured individually. A standard Schuko power connection is sufficient for continuous operation. Under certain circumstances, NIKOS can also use an existing digital radio network.
Mobile Emergency Communication System for Events: Where can NIKOS be rented?+
NIKOS is rented by the day through certified partners, including advice, instruction and technical support. Your regional partner coordinates the deployment with you. Find a partner and request a rental

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