Whelen

Overview

Manufactured in America for 70 years—we never left, and we’re here to stay.

Whelen Engineering—a global leader in the emergency warning industry—has been manufacturing in America since 1952, proudly marking its 70th anniversary in 2022.

As the industry leader, Whelen proudly supports American workers in the manufacturing of its products and stands behind quality American innovation and craftsmanship in every product it turns out. With the largest design staff in the industry and 1,500 employees, Whelen’s mission is to protect those who protect and serve others by making reliable products that people can depend on when lives are on the line.

Whelen products are proudly designed, sourced, and manufactured in America, and tested on-site to meet the toughest industry certifications. With quality as the foundation, Whelen celebrates innovative engineering with every product made.

Whelen Mass Notification

What is the quickest, most effective way for warning the public of man-made or natural events such as tornado, flash flood, severe weather, campus safety issue or chemical release? The most effective way for warning the public is to issue a tone and follow it with clear, intelligible voice instructions. Whelen’s three step approach, A.I.D.™ …ALERT, INFORM & DIRECT will eliminate confusion, restore order and, most importantly, save lives.

Mass Notification Brochure

Rotating

WPS-4000 Series

WPS-4000 Series

The Battery Operated WPS4000 Series rotating siren system consists of a speaker assembly, a pole top mounting bracket and electronics cabinet. The rotating WPS4000 Series voice product delivers clear, powerful voice communication.

Options:

  • Solar Power
  • Batteries
  • Microphone
  • Digital Voice
  • One Way or Two Way Control Package
  • Alternate Tone Set

For complete specifications, including dimensions, download the Product Bulletin.

WPS4003 Spec Sheet WPS4004 Spec Sheet

HORNET™

HORNET

The Battery Operated HORNET™ Series provides an economical alternative for replacing outdated electro-mechanical sirens.

Features:

  • Speaker array, electronics cabinet, and 50′ cabling all included, all assembled and tested prior to shipping
  • High efficiency 400 watt speaker drivers Tone Only Rotor Local control push-buttons
  • Two compartment (Type I) natural finish aluminum electronics cabinet
  • Minimum of 15 minutes of full power output on battery power, with factory recommended batteries
  • AC temperature compensated 5 amp battery charger
  • Six Standard Public Warning Tones – Wail, Whoop, Attack, Hi-Lo, Alert, Airhorn

Options:

  • 80 watt panels, with brackets and solar regulator
  • Whelen Approved Batteries
  • Speaker Pole Top Bracket

For complete specifications, including dimensions, download the Product Bulletin.

HORNET™ Product Bulletin

VORTEX™ Series

HORNET

The Battery-Operated VORTEX™ Series rotating siren system consists of a speaker assembly and electronics cabinet. The VORTEX™ provides an economical alternative for powerful tone communication without compromising quality.

Features:

  • Two models to choose from
  • Speaker array, electronics cabinet, and 50′ cabling all included, all assembled and tested prior to shipping
  • High efficiency 400-watt speaker drivers
  • Tone Only Gear Driven Rotor Local control pushbuttons
  • Two compartment (Type I) natural finish aluminum electronics cabinet
  • Minimum of 15 minutes of full power output on battery power, with factory recommended batteries
  • AC temperature compensated 5-amp battery charger
  • Six Standard Public Warning Tones – Wail, Whoop, Attack, Hi-Lo, Alert, Airhorn

Options:

  • Solar Power
  • Whelen Approved Batteries
  • Speaker Pole Top Bracket

For complete specifications, including dimensions, download the Product Bulletin.

VORTEX™ Series Brochure

Directional

IPS Series

IPS Series – All Hazard In-Plant Personnel Warning System

Whelen’s IPS Series products deliver clear, powerful voice and tone warnings, eliminating confusion at the onset of an emergency.

Features:

  • Two compartment cabinets
  • Public address and pre-recorded voice message capability
  • Local or remote controls available
  • Electronic controller
  • Toner generator time
  • Local control pushbuttons
  • Lightning arrestor
  • Six standard warning tones (Wail, Whoop, Alert, Attack, Hi-Lo, Airhorn)
  • RDVM1G, digital voice option, 1-28 message capable.
IPS 400 Spec Sheet IPS 800 Spec Sheet IPS 1200 Spec Sheet IPS 1600 Spec Sheet

WS400H Speaker

WS400H Speaker

Whelen’s unique and economical WS400H Speaker is a single 400-watt speaker – the only one of its kind in the Mass Notification industry.

Features:

  • 400-watt speaker driver
  • Weather-proof, fiberglass speaker flare
  • Powder painted, spun aluminum re-entrant horn section
  • Corrosion-resistant, cast aluminum housing provides a protective, weather-proof enclosure for the driver and wiring terminals
  • Two feet of 16AWG, 2/C cable exits through the bottom of the speaker for field wiring
  • Heavy-duty, painted bracket allows installer to flush mount the speaker and angle it down approximately 15 degrees
  • Optional pole mount bracket (WS400HPM) is available
  • Cable is available – 14AWG for 0-100′ runs, 12AWG for 100′-200′ runs
WS400H Speaker Spec Sheet

Omni-Directional

WPS-2900 Series

WPS-2900 Series

The Battery Operated WPS2900 Series siren system consists of a speaker assembly, a pole top mounting bracket and electronics cabinet. The WPS2900 Series omni-directional voice product delivers clear, powerful voice communication.

Features:

  • Ten models to choose from.
  • Speaker array, electronics cabinet, pole top bracket and 50′ cabling all included, all assembled and tested prior to shipping.
  • Field-serviceable 400-watt EZ-PULL™ speaker driver.
  • Local control pushbuttons
  • Minimum of 30 minutes of full power output on battery power, with factory recommended batteries.
  • Two or three compartments (Type II & III) natural finish aluminum or stainless steel cabinet. AC temperature compensated tri-mode 10-amp battery charger SLIDEOUT™ battery tray.
  • Six Standard Public Warning Tones – Wail, Whoop, Attack, Hi-Lo, Alert, Airhorn. VOICE CAPABLE through pre-recorded messages and live public address.

Options:

  • 80 watt panels, with brackets and solar regulator
  • Delco S2000 or Interstate Workaholic 31-MHD Batteries.
  • Microphone – for use at the cabinet (locally) or at the control point (remotely)
  • VisuAlert™
WPS2900 Series Overview

Firehouse Series

Firehouse Series

The Battery-Operated FIREHOUSE Series siren system consists of a speaker assembly and electronics cabinet. The FIREHOUSE Series provides an economical alternative for powerful omni-directional tone warning without compromising quality.

Features:

  • Four models to choose from.
  • Speaker array, electronics cabinet, pole top bracket and 50′ cabling all included, all assembled and tested prior to shipping.
  • Field-serviceable 400-watt EZ-PULL™ speaker drivers.
  • Local control pushbuttons. Two compartments (Type I) natural finish aluminum electronics cabinet.
  • Minimum of 15 minutes of full power output on battery power, with factory recommended batteries.
  • AC temperature compensated 5-amp battery charger Six Standard Public Warning Tones – Wail, Whoop, Attack, Hi-Lo, Alert, Airhorn.

Options:

  • Solar Power
  • Whelen Approved Batteries
  • Upgrade Kit
Firehouse Series Product Bulletin

OMNI-ALERT™ Series

OMNI-ALERT™ Series

The Battery-Operated OMNI-ALERT™ Series siren system consists of a speaker assembly and electronics cabinet. The OMNI-ALERT™ Series provides an economical alternative for powerful omni-directional tone warning without compromising quality.

Features:

  • Four models to choose from.
  • Speaker array, electronics cabinet, pole top bracket and 50′ cabling all included, all assembled and tested prior to shipping.
  • Field-serviceable 400-watt EZ-PULL™ speaker drivers.
  • Local control pushbuttons. Two compartments (Type I) natural finish aluminum electronics cabinet.
  • Minimum of 15 minutes of full power output on battery power, with factory recommended batteries.
  • AC temperature compensated 5-amp battery charger.
  • Six Standard Public Warning Tones – Wail, Whoop, Attack, Hi-Lo, Alert, Airhorn.

Options:

  • Solar Power
  • Whelen Approved Batteries
  • Upgrade Kit
OMNI-ALERT™ Series Brochure

Base Station Equipment

E747 Encoder

E747 Encoder

Ideal for small warning systems and easy to use, the E747 encoder aids dispatchers in quickly activating mass notification products when disaster strikes. The E747 is provided in a compact and attractive desktop design for applications where space is at a premium.

Features:

  • Simple 3 step operation
  • Whelen 10-digit DTMF activation protocol is fast, secure and reliable
  • Selection of 18 activation commands
  • Selection of 1-10 units individually
  • System “All Call”
  • Inclined keyboard for easy access and viewing
  • Membrane keypad features raised keys with tactile response
  • LED indicators illuminate upon key selection
  • Command key LED flashes when activation has been sent
  • Keyboard On/Off switch and LED indicator
  • Microphone input and microphone level adjustment
  • May be used for mobile applications
E747 Encoder Spec Sheet

E969 Encoder

E969 Encoder

Activation control, ideal for medium-sized warning systems.

The E969 encoder’s four “Hot Keys” reduce complicated warning command scenarios to a simple two button procedure. A built-in time clock provides for “time of day” and “noon test” activation.

Features:

  • Provides the state-of-the-art features and capabilities of more expensive encoding devices at an affordable price
  • Easy to operate sealed 26 key membrane switch panel
  • Battery back-up 24-hour clock, day of the week and stand-by message displayed when encoder is not in use
  • Audio output, PTT (push-to-talk), squelch monitor input and channel grant input (for trunking radio environment)
  • Microphone input and microphone level adjustment
  • May be used for mobile applications
  • Whelen ten-digit DTMF signaling code provides extensive system configuration and security from false activation
  • Durable and attractive ABS housing
  • Includes two inputs for encoder “Call Keys” activation by a remote device with the use of a dry contact closure or equivalent
  • Four “Call Keys” on the front panel for manual activation of user programmed command scenarios (multiple commands). Additional four “Call Keys” can be used by the remote inputs and time of day transmits

Specifications

35 function encoder permitting individual selection of 1-9999 Mass Notification Products “All Call”. Compact desktop design with inclined sealed membrane keyboard.

Encoder can be set up with a user-friendly menu by using the display and keyboard, or a personal computer with an RS-232 port. 12VDC nominal operation, furnished with UL listed wall mount transformer.

For more detailed specifications, including dimensions, and electrical & environmental specs, download the Product Sheet.

E969 Encoder Spec Sheet

E1000 Central Station Control

E1000 Central Station Control

Control and monitor your Mass Notification product from a central location. The E1000 allows the user to issue system activations and collect remote siren status via RF link or landline.

Features Whelen’s field proven COMM/STAT™ Command and Status Monitoring protocols. For fast, secure, and reliable communication.

The E1000 supports all of the features that are available in Whelen’s high-powered Voice and Siren product line, from individual command selection to user programmed command scenarios or call keys. With the selection of one call key, an operator may prompt the encoder to issue multiple commands.

With the included computer accessory software, you can connect the E1000 to a PC for Windows® based programming and data archiving.

Features:

  • 16 row by 40 character backlit LCD display
  • 20 “HOT” call keys
  • 4 time of day call key activations
  • 2 remote input call keys
  • Automatic system polling
  • Base radio interface
  • Channel grant input for trunking radio systems
  • Super Capacitor back-up for time and date
  • Rugged membrane keyboard
  • Microphone for live public address
  • Computer interface USB
  • Speaker driver/amplifier status availability
  • 28 RDVM message capability
  • 24-hour clock, day of the week, month, date, year, and stand-by message displayed when encoder is not in use
  • May be used for mobile applications

Computer Interface Features:

  • CD-ROM and USB cable included
  • Designed to communicate over a USB port with the E1000
  • Enables user to make configuration changes to the E1000
  • Extracts current configuration
  • Records a log file of activity

Specifications

The E1000 is configured to make maximum use of call keys or pre-programmed scenarios. In addition, commands are grouped into easy-to-follow categories for warning tones, digital voice messages, speaker rotor direction (if applicable), test, and status. A numeric keypad section allows for individual remote addressing.

A 16 row by 40-character LCD display shows all keyboard and status activity. Command and status information can also be sent to E1000 USB port.

All pre-programmed functions are stored in nonvolatile memory. Time and date are protected by a maintenance free internal super capacitor that never needs to be replaced.

For more detailed specifications, including dimensions, and electrical & environmental specs, download the Product Sheet.

E1000 Central Station Control Spec Sheet

Indoor Warning

IPS Series – All Hazard In-Plant Personnel Warning System

IPS Series – All Hazard In-Plant Personnel Warning System

Whelen’s IPS Series products deliver clear, powerful voice and tone warnings, eliminating confusion at the onset of an emergency.

Features:

  • Two compartment cabinets
  • Public address and pre-recorded voice message capability
  • Local or remote controls available
  • Electronic controller
  • Toner generator time
  • Local control pushbuttons
  • Lightning arrestor
  • Six standard warning tones (Wail, Whoop, Alert, Attack, Hi-Lo, Airhorn)
  • RDVM1G, digital voice option, 1-28 message capable.

VA2000 Alert Monitor and Message Display

VA2000 Alert Monitor and Message Display

Instant audible and visual emergency information.

Expand the reach of your Mass Notification System with the VA2000. When disaster strikes, deliver urgent and critical text-based emergency information directly to:

  • Homes
  • Schools
  • Hospitals
  • Business/Industrial Facilities
  • Government Offices
  • Emergency Vehicles

When activated, the VA2000 will sound a piercing alert tone, flash a high intensity LED and display one of up to 60 pre-programmed messages on its easy-to-read display. A message will remain on the VA2000 until reset. Whelen’s VA2000 provides instant information that defines the emergency condition and prompts the correct response, eliminating confusion and saving lives.

Features:

  • Complements a Whelen Mass Notification System
  • High grade commercial quality radio
  • Receive only warning device featuring an alert monitor and message display
  • Follows Whelen’s Mass Notification Warning activation command sequences as well as other DTMF protocols
  • Continuously monitors local public warning system radio frequency, enabling instantly in a real time response
  • Reacts to system commands by flashing an alert indicator and displaying one of possibly 60 pre-programmed messages
  • 8Stand-alone desk top unit
  • Operates on 12VDC, a UL listed wall mount transformer is supplied for primary power
  • Capable of receiving live announcements through Whelen system’s public address. This enables the user to listen to live public address through the audio output path
  • Rechargeable battery back-up option provides 24 hours of standby capability in the event of an AC power loss
  • Includes a whip antenna appropriate to the radio frequency utilized
VA2000 Alert Monitor and Message Display Spec Sheet