Mission-Critical Healthcare Audio Hardware
Unified Control for Medical Facilities
Healthcare environments demand communication infrastructure that works when lives depend on it. When a Code Blue is called, your equipment must broadcast instantly across every zone. Simpleway's hospital-grade hardware ecosystem combines nnounce audio devices with digital signage controllers, creating unified communication infrastructure built for medical facilities. From routine visiting hour announcements to facility-wide emergency alerts.
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Hospital Audio Infrastructure
Healthcare facilities require different communication approaches across departments. Code Blue broadcasts, patient paging, visitor information, staff coordination, and wayfinding guidance each demand specific zone coverage and audio clarity for effective patient care.
Our network design guide covers planning considerations for medical facilities of any size: zone configurations for clinical departments and patient areas, redundancy planning for life-safety communication, integration with nurse call systems and scheduling platforms, scalability from single-building facilities to multi-campus medical centers.
See implementation examples, zone configurations, and system architecture.
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Mission-Critical Amplification
Redundant Systems That Never Fail During Emergencies
Medical facilities require amplifiers that meet life-safety standards for environments where communication failures affect patient care. Emergency alerts must reach response teams across multiple wings instantly. Our amplifiers feature redundant power supplies, automatic failover, and spare channel switching for continuous operation where UL 1069 compliance and NFPA life-safety codes apply.
ampnode4
4-channel amplifier, 600W
ampnode4LS
Life-safety amplifier
ampnode4
The ampnode4 packs 600W of flexible power into a compact 1U half-rack enclosure. Four channels share power as needed - allocate more to high-demand zones, less to quieter areas. Auto-setup optimizes speaker settings. Built-in neural processing enables ambient noise compensation and speech-to-text. AES256 encryption, 2.5 ms end–to–end latency in AES67 mode, secure boot. Connects to Simpleway CX out of the box. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
ampnode4LS
The ampnode4LS delivers 4×500W with the redundancy life-safety applications demand. Dual power supplies and built-in 1:3 self-backup mean if one channel fails, another takes over automatically - no spare amplifier required. Designed for EN54-16 voice evacuation compliance. Phantom-powered inputs connect ambient noise sensing microphones for automatic volume adjustment. Auxiliary bus ports support low-cost paging stations throughout your facility. Built-in neural processing, AES256 encryption, 2.5 ms end–to–end latency in AES67 mode. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
Nurse Station Paging
Control Audio and Displays from One Touchscreen
Nurse stations coordinate patient care responses and department communications. Staff need to trigger announcements while updating corridor displays from one interface. These paging stations combine microphone controls with 8" touchscreens running Healthcare CX applications directly. Automated nurse call integration triggers pre-configured announcements to available staff while displaying alerts on ward monitors.
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micnode2h
The micnode2h combines an 8-inch WUXGA touchscreen with a handheld microphone on an extendable cable - preferred for shared workstations, standing announcements, or when operators move between positions. The touchscreen runs your choice of interface: Simpleway CX applications, custom HTML5 tools, or Q-SYS UCI controls. Built-in neural processing handles text-to-speech and speech-to-text for visual paging. AES256 encryption, 2.5 ms end–to–end latency in AES67 mode, PoE-powered. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
micnode2g
The micnode2g pairs an 8-inch WUXGA touchscreen with an elegant gooseneck microphone - ideal for desk placement, operations centers, and fixed positions where the mic stays in place. The touchscreen runs your choice of interface: Simpleway CX applications, custom HTML5 tools, or Q-SYS UCI controls. Built-in neural processing handles text-to-speech and speech-to-text for visual paging. AES256 encryption, 2.5 ms end–to–end latency in AES67 mode, PoE-powered. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
Quick Live Paging
Reach Any Department Instantly
Emergency departments, ICU coordination, and security alerts require staff to reach specific areas instantly without navigating system menus. Compact paging stations with programmable physical buttons let staff press one button to page cardiology, another for radiology, another for facility-wide alerts. Wall-mount design fits nurse stations and security offices where immediate paging access is needed during clinical operations.
micnode mini6
6-button paging station with OLED
micnode mini3
3-button compact paging station
micnode mini6
The micnode mini6 puts six programmable zone buttons with LED indicators and an OLED display (2,42", 128x64 Dot Matrix) right at staff fingertips. The display confirms zone selection and shows status - operators see exactly where their announcement will go before speaking. Each button triggers zones or actions as configured. Fits standard US 3-gang boxes for wall mounting or sits on a desk stand. PoE-powered, AES256 encryption available, and connects to Simpleway CX out of the box. Compatible with Q-SYS.
micnode mini3
The micnode mini3 puts three programmable zone buttons with LED indicators at staff fingertips. This compact push-to-talk station lets operators select specific areas instantly - no menu navigation when seconds count. Each button triggers zones or actions as configured. Fits standard US 2-gang boxes for wall mounting or sits on a desk stand. PoE-powered, AES256 encryption available, and connects to Simpleway CX out of the box. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
Wall-Mounted Zone Controls
For Patient Floors and Administrative Areas
Patient care areas require quick volume adjustments. Break rooms need simple announcement access without computer terminals. Administrative offices want one-button activation for visiting hours or cafeteria schedules. Programmable wall panels provide physical buttons and rotary volume controls without software interfaces. Press buttons to activate protocols, rotate dials to adjust zone volume, trigger scheduled messages with direct tactile controls.
controlnode
Modular wall control panel
controlnode
The controlnode is a modular wall control system that puts room management at staff fingertips. Mix and match control units: 3-button panels for zone selection and presets, rotary encoders with LED indicators for volume. Daisy-chain up to three control units from a single PoE Ethernet cable. Fully programmable: adjust audio levels, switch display content, manage lighting, and send control signals to third-party systems (lighting controllers, relays, AV switchers) to trigger actions across your space. Fits standard US gang boxes and Decora faceplates for clean installation.
Legacy PA Integration
Add Modern Features Without Replacing Equipment
Many hospitals operate PA systems installed years ago that function reliably but lack modern capabilities. Complete replacement means disrupting patient care during installation and replacing functioning equipment. Integration devices bridge existing PA infrastructure to Healthcare CX, adding text-to-speech, scheduling integration, and automated responses while current amplifiers and speakers continue operating.
ionode4
Audio integration device
ionode4
The ionode4 bridges existing PA infrastructure to modern network audio and cloud systems. Four balanced inputs and outputs connect to your current amplifiers and audio sources. The device converts between analog and AES67 network audio, adds encryption to prevent eavesdropping, and enables cloud connectivity to Simpleway CX. Built-in DSP processing and neural engine add capabilities like ambient noise compensation and speech-to-text without replacing existing equipment. Relay I/O integrates with building systems. Wire two units in parallel for high availability. Compact 1U half-rack, PoE-powered. Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA compatible.
Integrate With Confidence Beyond CX
Platform Integration
nnounce Ecosystem Power
All nnounce devices integrate with Q-SYS through officially Q-SYS Library Verified plugins. For airports already running Q-SYS, nnounce paging stations, amplifiers, and controllers appear as native components in Q-SYS Designer alongside Healthcare CX. Your team configures, monitors, and controls the full audio infrastructure from a single environment. Plugins are available directly from Q-SYS Library.
For airports running Bosch PRAESENSA, nnounce devices integrate fully into the existing system. Combine PRAESENSA's audio management capabilities with Healthcare CX features without replacing your current infrastructure.
Q-SYS Integration
Easy configuration through approved plugins
Q-SYS Integration
All nnounce devices integrate via approved Q-SYS plugins available in the Q-SYS Library and nnounce Download Center. Configure any nnounce device within the Q-SYS ecosystem - micnode2 stations can use Q-SYS UCIs or simple paging setup with built-in dashboard.
Bosch PRAESENSA Compatibility
Protected communication across all channels
controlnode Display Integration
Full compatibility with Bosch PRAESENSA systems for comprehensive airport audio management.
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Display Controllers
Real-Time Patient Information Management
Medical facilities require display controllers that handle scheduling system feeds, instant doctor availability changes, and emergency alerts across hundreds of screens. Our controllers manage patient information updates, multilingual content, and immediate emergency messaging without delays during critical situations.
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DDC Gen4
4K display controller
DDC Gen4
The DDC Gen4 drives up to three displays from a single compact unit. AMD Ryzen processor with 8GB RAM handles dynamic FIDS content, video, and rich media around the clock. Three video outputs (2× HDMI 2.0, 1× DisplayPort 1.4) deliver 4K resolution to any commercial display. Fanless aluminum construction means zero noise and no dust ingestion—critical for public spaces and equipment rooms. Dual Ethernet ports enable network redundancy. Pre-installed Windows 11 Pro with Simpleway CX ready to deploy. Built for 24/7 operation in demanding environments.
Multi-Modal Control
Single Interface for Audio and Visual Systems
During Code Blue situations, staff shouldn't navigate multiple systems. These solutions provide unified control for announcements and displays - switch patient information to emergency alerts, update doctor schedules, or trigger facility-wide protocols from one touchscreen.
micnode2h
The micnode2h combines an 8-inch WUXGA touchscreen with a handheld microphone on an extendable cable - preferred for shared workstations, standing announcements, or when operators move between positions. The touchscreen runs your choice of interface: Simpleway CX applications, custom HTML5 tools, or Q-SYS UCI controls. Built-in neural processing handles text-to-speech and speech-to-text for visual paging. AES256 encryption, 2.5 ms end–to–end latency in AES67 mode, PoE-powered. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
micnode2g
The micnode2g pairs an 8-inch WUXGA touchscreen with an elegant gooseneck microphone - ideal for desk placement, operations centers, and fixed positions where the mic stays in place. The touchscreen runs your choice of interface: Simpleway CX applications, custom HTML5 tools, or Q-SYS UCI controls. Built-in neural processing handles text-to-speech and speech-to-text for visual paging. AES256 encryption, 2.5 ms end–to–end latency in AES67 mode, PoE-powered. Compatible with Q-SYS and Bosch PRAESENSA.
controlnode
Modular wall control panel
controlnode
The controlnode is a modular wall control system that puts room management at staff fingertips. Mix and match control units: 3-button panels for zone selection and presets, rotary encoders with LED indicators for volume. Daisy-chain up to three control units from a single PoE Ethernet cable. Fully programmable: adjust audio levels, switch display content, manage lighting, and send control signals to third-party systems (lighting controllers, relays, AV switchers) to trigger actions across your space. Fits standard US gang boxes and Decora faceplates for clean installation.
Why Hospitals and Health Systems Choose Healthcare CX
Healthcare CX delivers intelligent audio communication that serves diverse patient populations while coordinating staff and responding to emergencies. All backed by decades of experience in critical environments.
Synchronized Audio & Visual
Announcements convert to text displayed on screens throughout your facility.
Nurse Call Integration
Works with your existing nurse call infrastructure for coordinated patient response.
Instant Emergency Response
Urgent staff calls and emergency alerts to specific zones or facility-wide.
Intelligent Volume Control
Automatic adjustment ensures announcements are heard in both busy and quiet areas.
Synchronized Audio & Visual
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Frequently Asked Question
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
The micnode2 has an 8-inch touchscreen running Education CX applications directly on the device. From that single interface, staff can manage announcements, control display content, and handle whatever functions are configured for that station. The micnode mini is a compact push-to-talk device with three to six programmable zone buttons and an OLED display. It is designed for fast, direct live paging to specific zones without any menu navigation. Staff press the button for the zone they need and go.
Yes. All nnounce devices are compatible with Q-SYS through approved plugins in the Q-SYS Library, and work with Bosch PRAESENSA systems. Facilities that already run either of those platforms can bring nnounce hardware into their existing setup.
Because nnounce devices are built alongside the Healthcare CX software rather than adapted to work with it, the hardware and platform behave as one system. Zone configurations, nurse call responses, emergency broadcasts, and display updates all work exactly as the system expects. There is no single point of failure, redundant systems keep communication running even if a component goes down, and the architecture does not require an expensive central core to operate. That combination is difficult to replicate when mixing hardware from multiple vendors.
Every facility is different, and the right configuration depends on your building layout, zone requirements, existing infrastructure, and how your clinical teams operate. The best starting point is a direct conversation with our team. Contact us and we will work through your specific requirements together.