Commercial Audio Intercom | Four Communication Channels | Integrated Paging Button | Full-Duplex Handset | Wall Mount | 24V DC

The Aiphone MC-60/4A MarketCom Intercom Master Station is a professional-grade commercial audio communication handset designed for use with Aiphone MC Series MarketCom Paging and Intercom Systems.

Engineered for retail stores, warehouses, supermarkets, manufacturing facilities, commercial offices, and institutional buildings, the MC-60/4A provides reliable communication between employees and departments throughout a facility.

Featuring four selectable communication channels with color-coded LED indicators, a privacy handset, and an integrated paging button, the MC-60/4A allows personnel to communicate privately or broadcast announcements through a compatible commercial paging system.

The MarketCom system supports up to 60 MC-60/4A handset stations, making it an effective solution for larger commercial facilities requiring communication across multiple departments and work areas.

Each station includes a durable handset with a reinforced modular coiled cord, a crosstalk reduction circuit, and four illuminated channel indicators that help identify which communication channels are currently in use.

When connected to the Aiphone MC-A/A Paging Adaptor and a compatible external paging amplifier, the MC-60/4A allows authorized personnel to make announcements over the building's paging speakers.

The system also supports three-station conference communication and optional background music integration with automatic music muting during paging announcements.

Operating on 24V DC power, the MC-60/4A features a surface-mount design for convenient wall installation or optional pedestal mounting with the Aiphone MC-S12.

Key Features

• Four Communication Channels: Provides four selectable talk channels for communication between compatible MarketCom stations.

• Color-Coded LED Indicators: Four illuminated indicators identify channels currently in use.

• Full-Duplex Handset Communication: Allows simultaneous two-way conversation between users.

• Built-In Paging Button: Convenient PAGE control is integrated into the handset for initiating announcements.

• Up to 60 Stations: Supports large MarketCom communication systems containing up to 60 handset stations.

• Three-Station Conference Calling: Allows up to three compatible stations to participate in a conversation on a selected channel.

• Dedicated Paging Function: Works with compatible paging adaptors and amplifiers for public-address announcements.

• Crosstalk Reduction Circuit: Helps minimize interference between communication channels.

• Reinforced Modular Coiled Cord: Durable handset cord is designed for demanding commercial applications.

• Private Handset Communication: Provides discreet communication between employees and departments.

• Channel Availability Indicators: Helps personnel select a communication channel that is not currently in use.

• Simple Channel Selection: Four dedicated buttons allow users to select the desired communication channel.

• Background Music Compatibility: Supports optional music integration through a compatible MC-A/A paging system.

• Automatic Music Muting: Background music is automatically interrupted during paging when the appropriate adaptor and amplifier are installed.

• Pre-Page Chime Support: Compatible MC-A/A equipment can provide an audible tone before announcements.

• Commercial Paging Integration: Compatible with selected Aiphone MD Series paging amplifiers.

• Seven-Conductor Wiring: Uses specified non-twisted, low-capacitance intercom cable.

• Long-Distance Wiring Support: Supports extended cable distances when installed according to Aiphone's approved wiring specifications.

• 24V DC Operation: Designed for a compatible MarketCom power supply configuration.

• Surface Wall Mount: Installs directly onto a suitable wall or compatible single-gang electrical box.

• Optional Pedestal Mount: Compatible with the Aiphone MC-S12 mounting pedestal.

• Expandable Communication System: Allows additional MC-60/4A stations to be added within the system's capacity.

• Commercial-Grade Design: Suitable for demanding business environments requiring frequent employee communication.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Aiphone

• Model / SKU: MC-60/4A

• Product Type: MarketCom Audio Intercom Master / Handset Station

• Series: MC Series / MarketCom

• Mounting Configuration: Wall Mount

• Communication Type: Full-Duplex Handset

• Communication Channels: 4

• Paging Function: Dedicated PAGE Button

• Channel Selection: Four Push Buttons

• Channel Indicators: Four Color-Coded LEDs

• Channel 1 Indicator: Red

• Channel 2 Indicator: Green

• Channel 3 Indicator: Yellow

• Channel 4 Indicator: Orange

• Conference Calling: Up to 3 Stations

• Maximum System Capacity: 60 Stations

• Maximum Wiring Blocks: 6

• Maximum Stations Per Block: 10

• Handset: Included

• Handset Cord: Reinforced Modular Coiled Cord

• Crosstalk Reduction: Integrated Circuit

• Power Requirements: 24V DC

• Compatible Power Supply: PS-2420UL

• Maximum Current Consumption: 70mA During Paging

• System Wiring: 7-Conductor Loop Wiring

• Wire Type: Non-Twisted, Low-Capacitance, Polyethylene-Insulated

• Recommended Cable: Aiphone #852207

• Cable Product Reference: 85220710C

• Maximum Paging Adaptor-to-Farthest-Station Distance, 22 AWG: 1,700 Feet

• Maximum Paging Adaptor-to-Farthest-Station Distance, 18 AWG: 4,000 Feet

• Total Cumulative Wiring Limit, 22 AWG: 5,000 Feet, Subject to Approved System Configuration

• Mounting Type: Surface Wall Mount / Optional Pedestal

• Optional Pedestal: MC-S12

• Dimensions: 9-3/16" H x 3-9/16" W x 3-11/16" D

• Dimensions (Metric): 234mm H x 91mm W x 94mm D

• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

• Installation Environment: Indoor

• System Compatibility: Aiphone MC Series MarketCom

• Built-In Video Camera: No

• Built-In Paging Amplifier: No

• Ethernet / Wi-Fi / PoE: Not Supported

Compatible Aiphone Equipment

Intercom Communication Equipment

Aiphone MC-60/4A – MarketCom Master Station

Additional compatible four-channel handset stations can be installed throughout the facility.

A complete MarketCom system supports up to 60 stations.

Paging Adaptor

Aiphone MC-A/A – MarketCom Paging Adaptor

Provides the connection between the MarketCom communication system and compatible external paging equipment.

Features include:

• Paging audio interface

• Background music input

• Automatic music muting

• Independent paging volume adjustment

• Independent background music volume adjustment

• Adjustable bass and treble controls

• Pre-page chime adjustment

Compatible Paging Amplifiers

• MD35M: 35-Watt Integrated Paging Amplifier

• MD60M: 60-Watt Integrated Paging Amplifier

• MD120M: 120-Watt Integrated Paging Amplifier

Amplifier selection depends on speaker requirements, facility size, and overall paging system design.

Power Supplies & Accessories

• PS-2420UL: 24V DC, 2A Power Supply

• MC-S12: Optional 12" Pedestal Mount

• 85220710C: Seven-Conductor, 22 AWG, Low-Capacitance Intercom Cable

• SP-2570N: Commercial Ceiling Speaker with 25V/70V Transformer

• SSB-3: Ceiling Support Bridge for SP-2570N

Compatibility Note: These components perform different functions within the complete MarketCom system. The MC-60/4A is the communication handset; paging requires the appropriate adaptor, amplifier, and speakers.

Recommended Applications

• Commercial Office Buildings

• Retail Stores and Shopping Centers

• Grocery Stores and Supermarkets

• Warehouses and Distribution Centers

• Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities

• Schools and Universities

• Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities

• Assisted Living Facilities

• Government and Municipal Buildings

• Corporate Office Campuses

• Multi-Department Businesses

• Reception and Security Areas

• Large Commercial Buildings

• Employee Communication Systems

• Warehouse Paging Systems

• Industrial Public-Address Systems

• Existing MarketCom System Repairs

• Commercial Intercom Expansion

• Facility Communication Systems

Communication & Paging Functions

1. Four-Channel Communication

The MC-60/4A features four selectable communication channels.

Each channel is equipped with a dedicated button and color-coded LED indicator.

When a channel is being used, the corresponding LED illuminates on connected stations, helping other users identify an available channel.

This arrangement supports organized communication between departments and employees throughout a facility.

Important: The four channels are internal intercom communication channels, not four telephone lines or independent paging amplifier outputs.

2. Full-Duplex Handset Communication

The integrated handset provides simultaneous two-way voice communication.

To begin a conversation, a user selects an available channel and pages the intended person to join that channel.

The responding user picks up another MC-60/4A handset and selects the announced channel.

Both parties can then communicate privately through their handsets.

3. Three-Station Conference Calling

The MarketCom system supports conference communication among up to three compatible handset stations.

Multiple employees can join a selected communication channel to coordinate work, discuss facility operations, or respond to service needs.

Communication quality may be affected if more than three stations join the same conversation.

4. Integrated Paging Button

The MC-60/4A includes a PAGE button integrated into its handset.

When connected to compatible MarketCom paging equipment, users can broadcast announcements through the facility's paging speakers.

This feature is useful for employee notifications, department calls, customer assistance requests, and general building announcements.

5. Color-Coded Channel Indicators

Four LED indicators identify the corresponding communication channels:

• Channel 1: Red

• Channel 2: Green

• Channel 3: Yellow

• Channel 4: Orange

These indicators provide a convenient visual reference for identifying occupied channels.

6. Background Music Integration

When connected to the Aiphone MC-A/A Paging Adaptor, the MarketCom system can share a paging amplifier and speaker network with a compatible background music source.

This arrangement helps businesses combine public-address announcements and music distribution through the same properly designed speaker system.

7. Automatic Music Muting

In a compatible paging installation, background music is automatically interrupted when an announcement is initiated.

After the paging announcement is completed, normal background music operation can resume.

Music muting is handled by the connected paging equipment rather than the handset independently.

8. Long-Distance Communication

The MC Series supports extended intercom cable distances when installed using approved wiring configurations.

Aiphone specifies maximum distances of:

• 1,700 feet using 22 AWG

• 4,000 feet using 18 AWG

These figures apply to the specified paging adaptor-to-station wiring arrangement.

Cable length, wiring blocks, conductor type, and total cumulative system wiring must all comply with the manufacturer's installation requirements.

9. Expandable 60-Station System

A complete MarketCom system can support:

• Up to 60 MC-60/4A communication stations

• Four selectable communication channels

• Three-station conference communication

• A separate paging function

• Up to six wiring blocks

• Up to ten handset stations per wiring block

This makes the system suitable for facilities requiring communication across multiple departments and work areas.

Installation & Compatibility

The Aiphone MC-60/4A is designed specifically for compatible Aiphone MarketCom audio paging and communication systems.

Stations are connected using specified seven-conductor, non-twisted, low-capacitance cable.

Each wiring block supports up to ten stations, with a maximum of six blocks in a complete system.

The MarketCom system operates on 24V DC power using a compatible power supply configuration.

Mounting Options

Surface Wall Mount

The MC-60/4A mounts directly onto a suitable wall or compatible single-gang electrical box.

Pedestal Mount

The optional Aiphone MC-S12 provides a mounting solution for commercial checkstands and similar applications.

Pedestal availability should be confirmed before ordering.

Installation Requirements

• Communication Station: MC-60/4A

• Power Supply: Compatible 24V DC power supply

• Intercom Wiring: Seven-conductor, non-twisted, low-capacitance cable

• Paging Interface: MC-A/A adaptor or other manufacturer-approved paging configuration

• Paging Amplifier: Compatible commercial amplifier, if public-address paging is required

• Speakers: Appropriate paging speakers matched to the amplifier

• Mounting: Indoor wall or compatible pedestal

Important Installation Information

• This listing is for one Aiphone MC-60/4A handset station only, not a complete MarketCom system.

• The MC-60/4A is designed for compatible Aiphone MC Series installations.

• The unit uses four intercom communication channels and a separate paging function.

• The handset cannot independently broadcast through commercial paging speakers without compatible paging equipment.

• The MC-A/A paging adaptor is sold separately unless specifically included.

• The MC-60/4A does not contain a built-in paging power amplifier.

• The system requires an appropriate 24V DC power supply.

• Seven-conductor intercom wiring must meet Aiphone's requirements.

• Stations must be connected using the approved MarketCom wiring arrangement.

• No more than ten stations should be installed in one specified wiring block.

• A maximum of 60 stations is supported per MarketCom system.

• The unit is not a telephone-system handset and does not provide standard telephone line connectivity.

• It is not a Wi-Fi, Ethernet, SIP, or PoE intercom.

• It does not provide built-in video monitoring or recording.

• It does not include independent electric door-release controls.

• The unit is designed for indoor installation.

• External amplifiers, speakers, power supplies, wiring, and optional mounting accessories are sold separately unless specified otherwise.

Why Choose the Aiphone MC-60/4A?

The Aiphone MC-60/4A MarketCom Intercom Master Station offers a reliable solution for commercial facilities requiring organized communication between multiple employees and departments.

Its combination of four selectable communication channels, full-duplex handset operation, LED channel indicators, three-station conference calling, and integrated paging control makes it ideal for retail, warehouse, industrial, and institutional communication systems.

With up to 60-station capacity, extended wiring distances, durable handset construction, and compatibility with the MC-A/A paging adaptor, the MC-60/4A provides flexible communication capabilities for professionally installed commercial MarketCom systems.