Armstrong TRI-PAK ts110 User manual

Installation Manual
TRI-PAK™ TS-110
CEILING SYSTEMS

Make all wiring connections prior to
AC connection and power up.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING FOR YOUR PROTECTION
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SECTION: PAGE:
1. Introduction ............................................................................................1
2. Block Diagram and Product Views ........................................................2
3. Truth Table and Factory Default Settings...............................................4
4. Installation Guide ...................................................................................5
5. Application Guides.................................................................................8
5A. Sound Masking .........................................................................8
5B. Paging:.....................................................................................10
5B.1. Via microphone (pre-amplified)......................................10
5B.2. With other telephone paging systems...........................10
5B.3. With an existing paging amplifier ..................................10
5B.4. Via TR-230 for telephone paging ..................................11
5C. Music .......................................................................................12
5D. System Extension ....................................................................12
5E. Connection to External Volume Control ..................................13
6. Technical Specifications........................................................................14
7. Troubleshooting Guide..........................................................................15
8. Glossary of Terms .................................................................................16
9. Warranty Information.............................................................................17
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1.1 CHECK CONTENTS Read and verify the following list of TS-110 carton contents:
•(1) TS-110 electronics unit
•(1) Installation Manual
•(3) 3-pin terminal block plugs (for line inputs and output)
•(1) 2-pin terminal block plug (for AHJ)
•(1) 2-pin terminal block plug (for power)
•(1) Large 4-pin terminal block plug (for speaker output)
•(1) Low voltage AC power supply (18 V)
•(1) No. 6 – 32 x 3/8" round slotted/Phillips screw
•(1) J-type speed nut
Read the following electrical and mechanical requirements for your
i-ceilings system components.
Mains power 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption 28 W
Fuse 2A slow blow fuse
Dimensions 2"(h) x 6"(w) x 8"(d)
Weight 2 Lbs.
Ambient Temperature < 86º F (30ºC)
Storage Temperature 0º - 50º C (32º-122º F)
Read all sections related to circuit description, installation guide and
panel descriptions to gain a complete understanding of all inputs, outputs
and switches prior to installation.
The following tools may be helpful for proper installation of this unit:
•Flat / Phillips blade screwdriver
•Wire strippers (16 AWG to 24 AWG)
•Multimeter
•SPL meter
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
The TRI-PAK™ TS-110 is a high quality one
channel digital audio system delivering any
combination of music, paging and sound mask-
ing applications as a single zone in commercial
buildings.
The TS-110 is a low-voltage system installed directly
into the chassis of an Armstrong ESSENTIALS™or
PRIVACY™speaker panel in the ceiling plane. An
Armstrong speaker with a TS-110 installed on-board
becomes a self-amplified unit that can drive several
other speakers. (CAUTION: All wiring connections
must be made before powering up the unit.)
The DSP-based unit delivers one 10 watt channel
to selectable outputs at 25 volt, 70 volt, or 100
volt. A built-in digital noise generator provides
masking signals at either –4 dB per octave or
NC40 via switch selection. Multiple line/music
level inputs are provided. Switch selectable
equalization for the Armstrong P-25 and E-5
speakers is also built in.
Multiple TS-110 units can be linked together using
the balanced line outputs.
1.2 CHECK MECHANICAL
AND ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
Electrical:
Mechanical:
1.3 FAMILIARIZE
YOURSELF WITH
THIS EQUIPMENT
1.4 USEFUL TOOLS

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SECTION 2: BLOCK DIAGRAM AND PRODUCT VIEWS
SIDE PANEL:
BLOCK DIAGRAM:
DIP Switch
Setup Options
Music/Line 1
Volume Control
Masking
Volume Control
Music/Line 2
Volume Control

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SECTION 2: BLOCK DIAGRAM AND PRODUCT VIEWS
Line
Output
1/2" and 3/4"
Knockouts for
Input/Output Cabling
DIP Switch
Setup Options
Masking Volume
Control
Music/Line 1
Volume Control
Mounting Tab
To Speaker
Speaker Output
(25V, 70V, 100V)
18 V AC
Power
INTERNAL CONNECTIONS AREA:
All input/output connections will be made in this area. All connections will be contained in this
cover when it is installed properly on an Armstrong PRIVACY (P-25 model) or ESSENTIALS
(E-5 model) speaker.
Music/Line 1
Input
‘AHJ’
Input
Music/Line 2
Input
Music/Line 2
Volume Control

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SECTION 3: TRUTH TABLE AND FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS
SETUP OPTIONS:
Factory Default Settings: (DIP Switches 1-8 all down)
•–4 dB noise pre-filter
•Normal noise level
•Armstrong P-25 speaker equalization
•Normal space equalization
HOW TO SELECT OPTIONS USING THE DIP SWITCHES:
The setup options are selected via DIP switches which can be accessed with a small screwdriver. In
the truth table, “on” means “up,” and “off” means “down.”
Up
On
Down
Off

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SECTION 4: INSTALLATION GUIDE
The TS-110 is designed for installation on the Armstrong P-25 or E-5 model speaker panels.
The set-up procedure is the same for each option. Follow these steps:
Remove cover plate from speaker and discard.
Place all input and output cables through knockouts and secure with strain relief. Leave
at least 6"-10" length for ease of connection.
Place conductors into terminal block plugs (provided). (CAUTION: Do not connect more
than two wires per contact position.) Tighten securely and place into appropriate con-
nector location on the TS-110 unit (as shown on page 3).
Connect speaker output at 100V, 70V, or 25V to main speaker and daisy chain or home
run to additional speakers. (CAUTION: Make sure that the switch-selected
voltage on the speaker matches the selection made on the TS-110.)
Turn TS-110 unit over and place enclosure into speaker panel and secure into place.
Use the mounting tab to place unit into the bridge at the center of the speaker.
Secure the unit to the speaker frame at the outer edge of the speaker with the screw
and speed nut provided.
Select the setup options desired for your application via DIP switches 1-8. (See pages
8-13 for additional information on specific masking, paging and music applications.)
Turn down the three volume control knobs on the side panel of the TS-110 (full
counterclockwise).
Wire AC power to the power supply (provided) and plug into AC power outlet.
Turn up and adjust the volume of masking, paging and/or music for your application.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
CONNECT TS-110
OUTPUT TO SPEAKER
REMOVE COVER PLATE
FROM SPEAKER
1
5

100 70 25 COM
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CONNECTOR
SPEAKER
CONNECTOR
DO NOT CONNECT MORE
THAN TWO WIRES PER
CONTACT POSITION
A
B
TO SPEAKER #2
TO SPEAKER #2
MASTER SPEAKER
OR
FROM TS-110 SPEAKER OUTPUT
Connection from the TS-110 master
speaker to the second PRIVACY
speaker can be made in several ways:
Connect from the speaker
output connector (100V, 70V,
or 25V) to speaker #2.
OR
Connect from the master
speaker connector to
speaker #2.
A
B
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SECTION 4: INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAMS
A
B
100 70 25 COM
–
+
70V
COM
CONNECT TO
MASTER SPEAKER
TS-110
C
FIGURE 1: CONNECTION OF TS-110 SPEAKER OUTPUT TO MASTER PRIVACY SPEAKER
FIGURE 2: CONNECTION TO MULTIPLE PRIVACY SPEAKERS
Connect the TS-110 speaker output
(100V, 70V, or 25V) to the master speak-
er. The PRIVACY speaker requires
use of the 2-pin connector. Ensure
that the voltage matches the slide
switch selection of 70V or 25V (70V
shown). Select speaker tap setting.
Connect the 4-pin connector to the
speaker output on the TS-110.
Connect the 2-pin input connector
to the speaker.
Select speaker input voltage (70V or
25V) and tap setting.
A
B
C

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SECTION 4: INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAMS
FIGURE 3: CONNECTION OF TS-110 SPEAKER OUTPUT TO MASTER ESSENTIALS SPEAKER
FIGURE 4: TS-110 WIRING CONNECTIONS TO ESSENTIALS SPEAKERS
100 7025 COM
B
70V
COM
CONNECT TS-110 TO
MASTER SPEAKER
TS-110
C
A
100 70 25 COM
SPEAKER OUTPUT
CONNECTOR
DO NOT CONNECT MORE
THAN TWO WIRES PER
CONTACT POSITION
A
B
TO SPEAKER #2
TO SPEAKER #2
MASTER SPEAKER
MASTER SPEAKER
OR
FROM TS-110 SPEAKER OUTPUT
Connection from the TS-110 master
speaker to the second ESSENTIALS
speaker can be made in several ways:
Connect from the speaker
output connector (100V, 70V,
or 25V) to speaker #2.
OR
Connect from the master
speaker connector to
speaker #2 and any additional
speakers using wire nuts.
A
B
Connect the TS-110 speaker output
(100V, 70V, or 25V) to the master
speaker. The ESSENTIALS speaker
requires use of electrical wire nuts.
Ensure that the voltage matches the
slide switch selection of 70V or 25V
(70V shown). Select speaker tap setting.
Connect the 4-pin connector to the
speaker output on the TS-110.
Connect the speaker wires directly to
the 4-pin connector OR use wire nuts
and jumpers (as shown).
Select speaker input voltage (70V or
25V) and tap setting.
A
B
C