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11B-411.2.1.2.5 Audio Output

California Building Code 2016 (Vol 1 & 2) > 11B Accessibility to Public Buildings, Public Accommodations, Commercial Buildings and Public Housing > 11B-411 Destination-Oriented Elevators > 11B-411.2 Elevator Landing Requirements > 11B-411.2.1 Hall Call Consoles > 11B-411.2.1.2 Required Features > 11B-411.2.1.2.5 Audio Output

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Upon activation of the accessibility function button, the audio output shall provide verbal announcements, including but not limited to, operating instructions, user input confirmation, announcement of the elevator assignment characters, direction to the assigned elevator, and error messages. Audio output shall be recorded or digitized human speech, and shall be delivered through a loudspeaker. Auditory volume shall be at least 10 dB above ambient sound level, but shall not exceed 80 dB, measured 36 inches (914 mm) in front of the console. At hall call console locations where the ambient sound level varies, auditory volume shall be maintained at the required volume by an automatic gain control or shall be set at not less than 75 dB.