MCS-F5 Slimline Switch Unit

The MCS-F5 Slimline Switch Unit was specifically developed to sit alongside MDT units within General Purpose and Fast Response emergency services and utility vehicles, particularly those that utilise the One Box Single Vehicle Architecture (OBSVA) Solution.

Our standard Slimline switch unit consists of 5 buttons (5 small or 4 small and one large) with appropriate legend and key colour. This unit can be formatted vertically or horizontally as required.

As this switch unit is designed primarily for permanent mounting within a dashboard, public address would be implemented via the separate hand held microphone with integral PTT switch.

Designed to be a permanently mounted switch panel, the reverse of the MCS-F5 Slimline Switch Unit has two M4 threaded inserts to facilitate the use of a mounting bracket (not supplied) or fix directly to the surface. It is also supplied with an optional rubber surround that enables the unit to be set into the vehicle dash or be used as a hand held unit if preferred.

MCS Switch Units are produced to your own individual requirements. Configuration Specification Sheets can be found in tab below. If you don’t see what you need please contact our dedicated sales team who will be happy to help.

10-Way MCS-F5D also available with 10 buttons (8 small and 2 large).

15-Way MCS-F5T also available with 15 buttons (13 small and 2 large).

Each button can be independently configured in terms of operation, legend designation and even back light colour, therefore it is the ideal interface for controlling a variety of vehicle based hazard warning systems including the MCS range of control systems.

5 small buttons or 4 small and 1 large button
Fully programmable at source and/or by customer
Each switch can have a multi-function ‘HOT’ key action depending on required function
Small buttons can also have dual function increasing versatility
Designed to be a flush fit unit dash mounted via a custom made aperture or using M4 inserts on the reverse of the unit. Also supplied with rubber surround for insetting into the dash or for use as a handset if required
Requires a separate microphone for use with PA equipment
3 stage back illumination – low brightness when OFF, high brightness when ON and both levels dimmed at night
Button colours are defined by the LED back light, therefore they have no colour when the switch unit is ‘Off’
All configurations compatible with MCS-32, MCS-16 and MCS-8
Though adjacent buttons can be combined for dual functions and extra visual impact it is not recommended for the MCS-F5
3 year manufacturers warranty