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Why in the world.......

would Falcon Direct get into the vehicle intercom business?  Actually, there are several reasons, but one of the main reasons is a genuine concern for saving the hearing of firefighters.  We can say it better by sharing our feeling on the subject in an audio message.  To listen to this short message, just click on the picture at the left.  When the play button panel appears, just click on the PLAY arrow.  After listening to our comments, we think you will agree that this is a good thing to do!

Aren't there enough people doing this already?  And how do you know which one has the best product, and why should anyone buy such a product from Falcon Direct?  These are good questions.  We have an acquaintance out our way that sells just about every Japanese and Korean automobile available in the USA.  His dealerships are sometimes right next door to each other.  So how do does he answer the question of whether the best vehicle is a Mitsubishi, Nissan, or Toyota?  The answer is that he doesn't.  He simply gives you a choice.  All of his dealerships are managed in essentially the same manner with successful techniques learned over the years.  The way he figures is that almost everyone buys a car and calculates that the more choices given, the better your chances are that you will buy your next car from him after you have chosen the one best suited for YOU!

A vehicular intercom system essentially consists of three components - the Intercom Amplifier/Control unit, the access connectors, and the individual headsets.  Each of these components has a feature or benefit that makes it suitable for a particular application.  Let's take a look at each one.  As we put them together, we can calculate the cost of various configurations.   Product brochures on Firecom are available by clicking here.  Product brochures on Sigtronics are available by clicking here.

Intercom Amplifier/Control units

Please note that the following devices do not include headsets.  Cables and accessory connectors are  included.  Radio adapters are included although actual price may be higher on some radio models.  You can purchase all times on line by clicking on the applicable EZBuy buttons shown below.

CONFIGURATION	DESCRIPTION	FIRECOM	SIGTRONICS
1 Person, 2 positions	One person two position system with one interior headset connector, one pump control connector and mobile radio interface is included. If desired, interior headset connector can be substituted to interface with most popular handheld radios at no additional charge. Headset not included.  Select from Intercom or Radio PTT model below.	Firecom Model 110 Your Price - $545	Sigtronics Model US-45S Your Price -$649
2 person, 3 positions	Two person three position system with two interior headset connectors, one pump control connector and mobile radio interface If no radio connection is required, price will be lower. If desired, interior headset connector can be substituted to interface with most popular handheld radios at no additional charge. Headsets not included.  Select from Intercom or Radio PTT model below.	Firecom Model 210 Your Price - $599	Sigtronics Model US-45S/3 Your Price -$725
4 person, 5 positions	Four person Five position system with four interior headset connectors, one pump control connector and mobile radio interface included. If desired, interior headset connector can be substituted to interface with most popular handheld radios at no additional charge. Headsets not included.  Select from Intercom or Radio PTT model below.	Firecom Model 3000/5 Your Price - $895	Sigtronics Model US-67S/5 Your Price -$925
6 person, 7 positions	Six person Seven position system with six interior headset connectors, one pump control connector and mobile radio interface included. If desired, interior headset connector can be substituted to interface with most popular handheld radios at no additional charge. Headsets not included.  Select from Intercom or Radio PTT model below.	Firecom Model 3000/7 Your Price - $1,025	Sigtronics Model US-67S/7 Your Price -$1,095
5 person, 8 position aerial configuration	Five person Eight position system with five interior headset connectors, three exterior connectors and mobile radio interface included. If desired, interior headset connector can be substituted to interface with most popular handheld radios at no additional charge. Headsets not included.  Select from Intercom or Radio PTT model below.	Firecom Model 3000/8 Your Price - $1,125	Sigtronics Model US-12S/8 Your Price -$1,190
2 person, 3 position ambulance configuration	Two person Three position system with three interior headset connectors, mobile radio interface included with one footswitch. If desired, interior headset connector can be substituted to interface with most popular handheld radios at no additional charge. Headsets not included.  Select from Intercom or Radio PTT model below.	Firecom Model 210/A Your Price - $675	CALL
	Optional Accessories
	Add 15' extension cable for pump control panel	P/N HE-150 Your Price $75	P/N 900088 Your Price $62
	Add digital recorder to any unit	P/N R-Option Your Price $240	P/N DR-434 Your Price $389
	Add adapters to convert existing Sigtronics wiring for use with Firecom system.  Call 1-800-489-2611 for additional information.	CALL	CALL
	Additional interior headset connector including cable kit	P/N HM-10 Your Price $79	P/N 800120/SP Your Price $75
	Additional exterior headset connector including cable kit	P/N PP-20 Your Price $89	P/N 800121/SP Your Price $85
	Footswitch for activation of 2-way radio	P/N PS-1 Your Price $89	CALL
	Installation
	Installation cost will vary depending on vehicle and location.  For budget, estimate $125 for the basic Intercom unit and $75 per headset connector.  If installation is not done at our shop, add a $125 trip charge if within 50 miles or $175 for up to 100 miles.  For locations outside a 100 mile radius of Birmingham, AL, call 1-800-489-2611 for an estimate.
	Headsets
	We offer two basic headsets.  One is for Intercom use only.  The other has a PTT button to allow communications through the associated 2-way radios.  All headsets provide VOX intercom operation with other headsets connected on the vehicle.
	Intercom only headset, Under helmet	P/N UH-20 Your Price $245	P/N SE-8 Your Price $289
	Headset with microphone PTT for use with 2-way radio, Under helmet style	P/N UH-10 Your Price $245	P/N SE-8P Your Price $349
	Portable Radio Interface
	Handheld radio interfaces are available for most portable 2-way radios.  These devices allow a handset to be used in the vehicle while enroute, then removed  and connected to the interface module while on foot.  Prices may be slightly higher on some models.	P/N HH-XX Your Price $235	P/N PRA-XXX Your Price $245
	Direct Wire Headsets
	Direct wire headsets allow the use of a headset in conjunction with most popular 2-way radios without an interface.  Smaller departments may choose this option since the headset meets OSHA requirements while simultaneously assuring clear communications.  Models are available for most popular portable 2-way radios.	P/N PW-XX Your Price $349	Not Available
	Shipping
	We normally ship by UPS with a flat rate shipping charge of $25 regardless of system configuration.  Add shipping by clicking on the applicable  Buy-Me button at the right.	Your Price $25	Your Price $25
	Payment Terms
	You can pay by American Express. MasterCard, VISA or by Government or approved corporate purchase order.  Your satisfaction is guaranteed.  That's doing business the Falcon way!

Not too long ago......

a maintenance man in in a nearby industrial facility lost his life.  The reason?  While performing routine maintenance in a confined space environment, he fell and impaled himself on a piece of metal.  He bled to death before anyone was aware of the situation.  Did he have 2-way radio?  Yes!  Did it work when critically needed?  No - he was in a dead coverage area.  Should a co-worker been present?  Should a reliable means of communications been in place?  You know the answer and so does OSHA!

So what is the solution?  If you are involved in plant safety, utility, or public safety activities, you need a portable intercom system, a six station, full-duplex communications system that can accommodate an attendant, four confined space entrants, and an additional monitoring station/accessory port.  Specifically, we recommend the Model 4100 by Firecom!  Additional product information on the 4100 is available by clicking here.

FalconDirect Products for safe rescue in confined space!

Firecom	Product Description	Price	Buy-It Now
	Firecom 4100 portable intercom for confined space. Designed to assist its users in complying with OSHA's communications requirements for confined space rescue.  The 4100 is a six station full-duplex communications system that accommodates an attendant, four confined space entrants and an additional monitoring station/accessory port.  Each entrant station can support up to 1500 feet of cable. Order headsets and cable from selections below.  Order Code CH4100.	$2,250
	Recommended headset for entrant users and operator. Our recommended starter package includes two of these headsets.  Order Code CH4100H2.  Additional headsets are available at $265 each.  Order Code CH4100H1	$530 $265
	Lightweight headsets can be used in low noise environments or in situations where full dual muff headsets are not practical.  Price each - $189.  Order Code CH4100HLW	$189
	We recommend a three hundred foot (300') cable for initial purchase priced at $570.  Order Code CH4100CA300.  If you prefer, we offer 50' lengths @ $165 (Order Code CH4100CA50) or 100' lengths with connectors @ $285 (Order Code CH4100CA100).  These cables can be combined for extensions of up to 1500 feet.	$570 $165 $285
	The internal battery contained in the 4100 intercom lasts for up to 36 hours before charging is necessary with automatic cutoff when the lid is closed.  To charge the battery you will need this 110 VAC to 12 VDC charger.  Order Code CH4100CHG	$150
	We offer an accessory case for headsets, cable, charger, and additional equipment is a high impact, weather resistant housing similar to the one used with the 4100 portable intercom.  Order Code CH4100CSE	$315
	Falcon Direct offers a flat rate shipping program for this product.  The charge is only $20 regardless of type of product or quantity.  All shipments made by UPS ground unless otherwise specified (subject to additional charges for overnight or 2nd day delivery). Order Code CP320	$20
	Doing business with Falcon Direct is easy!  You can charge to American Express, Discover, MasterCard, VISA, or we will accept Purchase Orders from approved customers.

User information.  Products sold by Falcon Direct are warranted to be technically compliant with the manufacturers specifications.  No other warranty relative to use of the equipment or related service, when applicable, is expressed or implied.  Falcon Direct makes no claim for suitability or fitness of users purpose or application.  Falcon Direct is not responsible for claims arising from the use of equipment or services provided by or through Falcon Direct in which there are losses attributed to the use or application of equipment and/or related services.  User agrees to these terms as a condition of purchase.

Sales tax for Alabama non-exempt users will be added at 8% of the total excluding shipping.  No sales tax is applicable on out of state orders or for educational, municipal, and governmental users. 

We can save you a lot of money when you order on line.  Paying by credit card takes us out of the accounts receivable business.  We cut overhead costs - YOU save money!  

Don't see what you need? Got a question?   Call Candice Sutterlin at 1-800-489-2611 or email candice@falcondirect.com. 

 Thanks for visiting with us!

The Falcon Team
At your Service!

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