BS EN 50849:2017 PDF

What is BS EN 50849 – Sound systems about ? BS EN 50849 is a European Standard that discusses audio, video, and multimedia systems. BS EN 50849 specifies the performance requirements for sound systems which are primarily intended to broadcast information for the protection of lives within one or more specified areas in an emergency. It also gives the characteristics and the methods of test necessary for the specification of the system. BS EN 50849 applies to sound reinforcement and distribution systems to be used to effect rapid and orderly mobilization of occupants in an indoor or outdoor area in an emergency, including systems using loudspeakers to broadcast voice announcements for emergency purposes and attention-drawing or alarm tone signals.