ACI-AppliCAD TIF-102 Quick start guide

TIF-102 Telephone Interface
Installation and Use
ACI-AppliCAD, Inc.
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Version 1.3 1/1/16
Applies to serial # 110270100001 & above
(Also applies substantially to # 096610100001 & above)
www.aci-applicad.com

Table of Contents
Introduction ----------------------------------- 2
•Features & Benefits
•What’s In the Box
•FCC Information
Quick Start Guide --------------------------- 6
•Rear Panel Hookup
•Basic Operation
•Serving Your Remote Participant(s)
•Two-way Operation
•Directions For Those Calling In
Installation Guide --------------------------- 12
•Rear-Panel Diagram
•Telephone Jack
•Making Rear Panel Connections
•Wiring Relay Signal Contacts
•Using A Gated Microphone Mixer
•Adjusting Gain
Reference ------------------------------------- 17
•Troubleshooting
•How It Works
•Specifications
•Service and Warranty

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Introduction
The T F-102 Telephone nterface extends listening to, and participating in, any
meeting over regular phone lines. Microprocessor control provides easy operation.
The T F-102 appears as an ordinary telephone set to your phone line, thus it’s as easy
to install as a telephone. Your Telephone Interface can ma e a real difference for a
participant who cannot be present, and it’s built to last.
Features and Benefits
TIF-102
Feature
What It Does
User Benefit
Two-Way Operation
The remote party can make
comments over their phone
Allows for remote participation as
well as listening
Recognition Request
with relay output
The remote user can get the
chairperson’s attention by
pressing their phone’s #key.
Phone comments need not be
arranged in advance!
Phone Line Release
Disconnects if the caller hangs up,
the connection drops, or after a
selectable three or 12 hours’
elapsed time.
Won’t needlessly tie up your phone
line and/or your conference
service. If your party gets
disconnected, they can call back.
Dual-Processor
Control System
Replaces seven individual ICs,
monitors all functions
Reliable operation and smart,
simple operating features.
LED Indicators
Show telephone line status and
audio level.
You know when audio is
transferring OK.
Compression
Manages your sound level, both
ways.
Provides comfortable listening.
Compress Output
for external FM Transmitter
Outputs a limited-level, 10mS
digital-delayed version of your
program.
Synchronized, consistent sound for
those listening with headphones.
New! 18 Pole, 3.8
KHz Digital Filter
s/n 110270100001 & above
(previously 11-pole, 3.5 KHz)
Our best sound quality possible
over a phone line.
FCC Approval
Tested to comply with FCC Rules,
Parts 15 & 68.
Approved and registered for use on
the telephone network.
Phone Line Surge
Protection
Protects against common surges
(No protector is 100% effective)
Reliable operation and long life.
External protector not required.
Receive-only mode
Provides phone reception from an
off-site program.
Your audience can hear a program
originating from another location.

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What’s in the Box?
•TIF-102 Telephone Interface
•AC Power Adapter
•Telephone Cord
•Green Grounding Cord
•This Manual
Anything missing?
If an item listed above appears damaged or missing, please call us at ACI-
AppliCAD instead of your vendor, as we are better able to respond to your needs.
Find our phone number in the Service and Warranty section of this manual.
Please read and follow our instructions!
Installation is relatively simple but differs from other telephone
products you may have used or installed. Please do not assume
your new Telephone Interface hoo s up the same way as others. In
particular, do not connect any spea er line (4-8 ohm or 25/70V) to
any jac on this unit. All audio inputs and outputs are “preamp”
level RCA jac s (see pages 12, 14, 20).

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Power Requirements
Your Telephone Interface operates on 120 VAC 60 Hz AC power (as supplied
throughout the United States), using the included AC adapter. Please do not attempt
to use another power source.
About Teleconferencing Services
Since your T F-102 appears as an ordinary telephone set to your phone lines, it’s
compatible with teleconferencing services. However, not all such services allow use
of your Telephone Interface to full advantage. For example, they may not pass the
DTMF (Touch-tone
®
) sound through when a participant presses their “ # ” ey,
preventing use of the T F-102’s recognition request feature. Thus we suggest that
before committing to a particular service, you thoroughly investigate its operation.
The T F-102 features an automatic timer that disconnects the phone line after three
or twelve hours’ continuous use (see page 7 to select the twelve hour option). This
feature minimizes unnecessary toll or conference service charges.
FCC Information
FCC Part 15 –The TIF-102 generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device as applicable, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in both residential and commercial
installations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the affected receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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FCC Part 68 – This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements
adopted by the ACTA. Its product identifier in the format US:8T5BR07BTIF102 appears on the
unit’s rear panel. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
If ordering new service from your telephone company, provide these codes upon request:
Facility Interface Code: 02LS2 Service Order Code: 9.0Y USOC code: RJ-11C
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must
comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant
telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a
compatible modular RJ-11C jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions (Page 13) for
details.
Ringer Equivalence – The TIF-102’s Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is 0.7. The REN is used to
determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a
telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not
all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that
may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.
The Ringer Equivalence Number also appears (without its decimal point) in the product identifier –
US:8T5BR07BTIF102.
If your TIF-102 should cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you
in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not
practical, the telephone company will notify you as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of
your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that
could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide
advance notice so you can make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
In case of trouble with your TIF-102, first follow the troubleshooting steps given in page 17 of this
manual. For repair or warranty information, see Page 21 in this manual, call Applicad Inc at (732)
751-2555, or visit www.aci-applicad.com. If the TIF-102 is causing harm to the telephone network,
the telephone company may request that you disconnect it until the problem is resolved.
This unit contains no user-serviceable parts; please refer any repairs to Applicad (see page 21).
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission,
public service commission or corporation commission for information.
If your building has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the
installation of your Telephone Interface does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have
questions about what would disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified
installer.

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Quic Start Guide
– Rear Panel Hoo up
The best way to get familiar with your Telephone Interface is to put it to use. This Quick Start Guide ta es you
through the simple connections, and then shows how to operate its features. If desired, you can s ip ahead to the
Installation Guide (page 12), then turn to Page 7 for operating instructions. To set up your T F-102 for this run-
through, you’ll need a standard des telephone, a live phone jac , two telephone cords, some AC outlets, and a line-
level audio source (CD or MP3 player, etc.). A screwdriver is the only tool needed.
Now you’re ready to try out your Telephone nterface (next page)
Step
5
Plug the cable from the
included AC adapter here.
Plug the other end into a
free AC outlet.
Step 3
Plug the cord from your telephone
into the MONITOR PHONE jac .
Step 2
Connect your audio source to the
LINE IN jac with a RCA cable.
Step 1
Attach the
supplied
green cord to the
GND
terminal. Plug the other end into a grounded AC outlet.
Step 4
Plug your telephone line into
the PHONE LINE jac .
US
:8T5BR07BTIF102 Complies w/ FCC Part 15, Class B
GND 16VAC
PW
R
MONITOR
PHONE
PHONE
LINE
LINE
OUT
COMPRESS
OUT
AUX 1
IN
AUX 2
IN
LINE
IN
RELAY

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Quic Start Guide – Basic Operation
Power Up – When the T F-102’s adapter is connected and plugged in, it “wa es up”
switched ON. This way, you can plug the adapter into a power strip along with the
rest of your sound equipment, so that everything powers up together. Press the
blac button to manually switch the unit OFF and ON. The POWER LED glows green
when the unit is ready to operate.
12 Hour Option – Normally your TIF-102 “times out” and releases your phone line after
three hours’ continuous connection. Unusually long meetings may require more time. To
select a 12 hour time limit, perform these steps:
•If the unit is already ON, press the POWER button to switch it OFF.
•Press and hold the CONNECT button, press POWER, then release both buttons.
•The CONNECT light blin s several times to confirm the 12 hour selection.
•The CONNECT button also connected the phone line, so press CONNECT again to
disconnect it. The 12 hour setting lasts until the unit is powered down.
Answering a call – Have an assistant call from a “remote phone” (on another line).
You can try this yourself with a cell phone. The CONNECT LED lights red to indicate an
incoming call. Simply pic up your telephone’s receiver to answer.
Next, you’ll connect the caller to your audio source. Please start the source playing,
and then continue:
Connecting the caller – Press the CONNECT button. This connects the phone line to
the audio from your source. The CONNECT LED lights green, and you’ll hear your
source playing through both your phone and the remote phone.
Cradle your phone, and your party remains connected to the program.
Line Release – Hang up the remote phone. After a few seconds, the CONNECT light
goes out. The line is now available for another call.
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POWER
CONNECT RING
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Press to connect
your call.
RED – Ringing
GREEN -Connected

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Quic Start Guide – Serving your Remote Participant(s)
Using A Teleconferencing Service – Dial out to the service on your phone. Follow the
service’s instructions to establish the conference. Then press CONNECT to begin
sending your program there. You may now cradle your phone. After the program
ends: Pic up your phone if necessary, press CONNECT again to disconnect the T F-102,
and follow the conference service’s instructions (if any) to end the conference.
If you forget to disconnect your T F-102, it will disconnect automatically after three
hours. This feature limits unnecessary conference charges. Removing power also
ma es the T F-102 disconnect from the phone line.
Serving A Single Caller – You can also have your Phone nterface bring your program
directly to one party. Two-way operation wor s best this way. Have them call your
number, answer your phone and then press CONNECT to begin transmitting the
program.
Conversing with your caller – To chec on your caller, just pic up your phone. To silence
the program, press the CONNECT button. To resume the program, press it again before
cradling your phone.
To keep your party on the line – Keep them connected to the program and/or have them on
your phone. The CONNECT function and your phone act li e “extensions” on your line -- as
long as one is active, the call stays alive.
Disconnecting your call – After you say “Goodbye” to a caller who’s not connected to the
program, simply cradle your phone.
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