EPIC Public Address Platform
Creating Safer, Smarter Schools with Audio Enhancement’s EPIC System
In today’s schools, communication and safety need to work hand-in-hand. Audio Enhancement’s EPIC System (Education Paging & Intercom Communications) is a powerful, all-in-one platform built to improve everyday operations and help schools respond faster and more effectively during emergencies. From intercoms and bell scheduling to real-time alerts and video integration, EPIC brings everything together in one intuitive system designed specifically for education.
A Unified Command Center
The EPIC System combines key functions like intercom, paging, customizable bell schedules, emergency messaging, and a live campus map into a single, easy-to-use interface. From the front office kiosk or district-level access, staff can communicate across the campus, monitor situations in real time, and initiate response protocols with just a few clicks or taps of the screen.
SAFE Alert – Silent Panic System
The integrated SAFE Alert system empowers school staff to trigger a discreet emergency alert from a wearable button or wall station. This sends instant notifications to designated responders with location details and can automatically activate pre-set actions like lockdowns, announcements, or camera feeds. SAFE Alert meets the requirements of Alyssa’s Law, helping schools reduce emergency response time and improve coordination with first responders.
Voice Lift – Enhanced Classroom Audio
EPIC also supports Voice Lift, a classroom audio system that ensures every student hears clearly, no matter where they’re seated. Teachers wear a microphone that distributes their voice evenly through speakers, improving focus and comprehension. It also reduces teacher vocal strain and, when combined with SAFE Alert, allows the ViewPath camera and ambient microphone to become a live video and audio feed in emergencies for real-time monitoring.
InfoView – More Than Just a Clock
The InfoView Clock System serves as a versatile digital display for schools. It shows the time and date, displays announcements, and—most importantly—transforms into a critical communication tool during emergencies. InfoView Clocks can flash lockdown alerts, display evacuation messages, and even provide live closed captioning of announcements for improved accessibility.
ViewPath – Teacher-Controlled Video for Learning
ViewPath is Audio Enhancement’s classroom video solution, built specifically to support teaching and learning. Teachers can use ViewPath cameras to record lessons, provide content for absent students, and facilitate professional development for themselves and their peers. Importantly, only the teacher controls the camera and who has access to the recordings, ensuring privacy and instructional autonomy. While ViewPath cameras can be activated during a SAFE Alert for real-time awareness, their primary purpose is academic, not surveillance.
Surveillance Camera Integration
EPIC can also integrate with a school’s existing surveillance camera systems. During an emergency, the system can automatically pull up icons and when tapped or clicked show relevant live video feeds, providing responders and administrators with real-time visibility of affected areas. This gives first responders a clearer understanding of the situation before entering a building, enhancing coordination and safety.
Door Sensing & Access Control
EPIC ties into door sensors and access control systems, allowing the platform to detect whether doors are open or closed and alert staff if anything is amiss, as far as to notify on the front office kiosk, and after some time, play a pre-recorded message near the affected area that a door is ajar. During a lockdown or other emergency, EPIC can remotely lock or unlock doors, by tying into the schools existing door access control system, helping staff secure the building and guide responders or students to safety.
Custom Events and Automation
Schools can create custom events within the EPIC platform to automate responses based on specific types of incidents. Whether it's initiating a severe weather drill, dispatching a medical emergency team, or activating a lockdown, these custom workflows ensure consistent, immediate actions when time is critical.
Built-in Emergency Protocols from The “I Love U Guys” Foundation
To support a standardized approach to emergency response, EPIC comes pre-loaded with Standard Response Protocols (SRPs) from The “I Love U Guys” Foundation. These widely adopted procedures provide clear language—like “Lockdown,” “Evacuate,” and “Hold”—that staff and students can easily follow during drills or real emergencies.
Supporting First Responders with Real-Time Awareness
During a crisis, EPIC gives first responders fast access to what they need most: location-specific alerts, live video (from surveillance or activated ViewPath cameras), real-time audio, door status, and building maps. This improves their ability to assess situations remotely and respond with precision—saving valuable time and potentially saving lives.
Conclusion
Audio Enhancement’s EPIC System is a comprehensive solution that brings communication, security, instruction, and emergency response into one unified platform. With integrations like SAFE Alert, InfoView, ViewPath, surveillance video, and access control—all anchored by standardized emergency protocols—EPIC helps schools stay connected, stay safe, and stay focused on learning. Whether preparing for the future of school safety or responding to legislative requirements like Alyssa’s Law, EPIC equips schools to protect what matters most.