Ateis PRIMA-VA/R User manual

PRIMA-VA/R
Stand-Alone Voice Alarm System
Controller with DSP & integrated 6 Class-D amplifiers
User Manual
Version V3.01
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Table of Contents Pages
Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 5
2 CE – EN Certification ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Safety declaration ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
4 How to connect PRIMA VA ............................................................................................................................................ 9
4.1 Wiring diagram .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
4.2 Technical characteristics .......................................................................................................................................... 10
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Audio inputs 1, 2 ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
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Loudspeaker lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 .................................................................................................................................. 10
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0 dB output ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
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Contact inputs ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
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Voltage inputs ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
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Contact outputs, Evacuation, Fault .............................................................................................................................. 11
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Environmental ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
5 How to configure PRIMA VA – Global settings ............................................................................................................. 12
5.1 How to connect your PC to PRIMA VA ..................................................................................................................... 12
5.2 How to modify network settings .............................................................................................................................. 15
5.3 How to update firmware ......................................................................................................................................... 16
5.4 How to change login and password ......................................................................................................................... 18
5.5 How to set date and time ........................................................................................................................................ 19
5.6 How to read and download logfile ........................................................................................................................... 21
6 How to configure PRIMA VA – Basic configuration ...................................................................................................... 22
6.1 How to upload and download configuration file ...................................................................................................... 22
6.2 How to upload audio files and configure messages .................................................................................................. 23
6.3 How to configure front panel ................................................................................................................................. 27
6.4 How to configure audio inputs and outputs ........................................................................................................... 29
6.5 How to configure logic inputs and outputs ............................................................................................................ 40
6.6 How to configure events ........................................................................................................................................ 46
6.7 How to configure call stations ................................................................................................................................ 48
6.8 How to configure scheduler .................................................................................................................................... 50
6.9 How to monitor amplifiers and loudspeaker lines ................................................................................................... 53
7 How to configure PRIMA VA – Advanced configuration ............................................................................................... 55
7.1 How to use user defined variables ......................................................................................................................... 55
7.2 How to use defined commands .............................................................................................................................. 58

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7.3 How to configure automatic volume control on outputs ....................................................................................... 60
7.4 How to send audio signal to third party equipment over network ........................................................................ 61
7.5 How to receive audio signal from third party equipment over network ................................................................ 62
7.6 How to configure network options and functionalities .......................................................................................... 63
7.7 How to configure SIP user accounts ....................................................................................................................... 64
8 How to use PRIMA VA ................................................................................................................................................. 67
8.1 How to silence buzzer ............................................................................................................................................. 67
8.2 How to test indicators ............................................................................................................................................ 67
9 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................... 68
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Network ...................................................................................................................................................................... 68
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Power supply .............................................................................................................................................................. 68
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Logic inputs ................................................................................................................................................................. 69
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Audio .......................................................................................................................................................................... 69
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Amplifiers ................................................................................................................................................................... 70
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Loudspeaker lines ....................................................................................................................................................... 70
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Third party communication ......................................................................................................................................... 71
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Call stations ................................................................................................................................................................. 71
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System faults ............................................................................................................................................................... 72
10 Contact information ................................................................................................................................................ 75

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Welcome
You just purchased an ATEÏS PRIMA VA Standalone Voice Alarm System. Congratulations!
Please read the present PRIMA VA User Manual carefully before installing your PRIMA VA. It contains
useful information and helps you getting started quickly.
Visit our web site www.ateis-europe.com for more information on ATEÏS products and services.
Thank you for purchasing ATEÏS products.

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1 Introduction
PRIMA-VA/R is a compact PAVA controller that offers 6 monitored speaker zones or 5 monitored speaker
zones with back-up amplifier. This controller is integrated with 6 high efficiency Class-D amplifiers built-
in and is capable of handling 80 Watts speaker load per zone which provides ease of system wiring and
installation.
PRIMA-VA/R is based on advanced audio digital signal processing (DSP), matrix control functions and
a digital message player, with front access for a fully monitored fireman microphone and emergency
message trigger buttons. The controller integrates our latest technology « Flexcontrol » providing you a
huge potential for system configuration. Different types of settings can be freely assigned to the 6
potentiometers located in front of the unit.
The controller has 8 monitored logic control inputs, 8 relay outputs, 2 interfaces for PSS-G2 paging
consoles, 2 balanced audio inputs which allow to connect audio sources such as music player and HF
microphone, 1 audio output for Third Party Control, 1 Ethernet port for audio streams and Vox@Net
connection and 6 independent 80 Watts / 100 Volts outputs. A XLR 5 pin connector is available on front
panel for the optional monitored fireman microphone PRIMA-VA/FM.
Thanks to its IP connectivity, PRIMA-VA/R enjoys extreme flexibility. It communicates with the entire
range of Audio over IP products Vox@, as well as the audio server software Vox@Net, allowing
interconnections among several units or with remote sources and endpoints. From a single solution to
an IP networked application, PRIMA VA system easily adapts to a wide range of your applications.
PRIMA-VA/R can be easily set up thanks to its web browser, for both “Basic” and “Advanced”
configurations. Several parameters, such as volume control, priorities, source selection, etc., can be
configured from the web server.
As a Voice Evacuation System, PRIMA-VA/R is certified to the EN54 standard. All its components and
peripherals are constantly monitored, and all incidents (faults and alarms) are recorded in a historical file
that can be viewed on a PC.

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2 CE – EN Certification

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3 Safety declaration
• Do not expose the unit to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, humidity or dust, which could
cause fire or electrical shock hazard.
• Keep away water or other liquids from the device. Otherwise fire or electrical shock may result.
• Connect the power cord only to an AC outlet of the type marked on the unit. Otherwise fire or
electrical shock may result.
• When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet always grab the plug. Never pull the cord.
A damaged power cord can cause fire or electrical shock hazard.
• Avoid touching power plugs with wet hands. Otherwise electrical shock hazard may result.
• Take care of correct polarity when operating the unit from a DC power source. Reversed polarity
may cause damage to the unit or the batteries.
• Avoid placing heavy objects on power cord. A damaged power cord is a potential risk of fire or
electrical shock hazard.
• Do not cut, scratch, bend, twist, pull or heat a power cord. A damaged power cord is a potential
risk of fire or electrical hazard. Ask your ATEÏS dealer for replacement.
• Turn off immediately the unit, remove the power cord from the AC outlet and consult your ATEÏS
dealer in any of the following circumstances:
• Smoke, odor or noise getting out of the unit.
• Foreign objects or liquids get inside the device.
• Unit has been dropped and/or housing is damaged.
• Power cord is damaged.
• Do not drop or insert metallic objects or flammable materials into the unit as this may cause fire or
electrical shock hazard.
• Do not remove the unit’s cover, as there are exposed parts inside carrying high voltages that may
cause an electrical shock. Contact your ATEÏS dealer if internal inspection, maintenance or repair
is necessary.
• Do not try to make any modifications to the unit. Otherwise fire or electrical shock hazard may
result.
• Avoid the unit’s ventilation slot to be blocked. Blocking ventilation slot can cause fire hazard.
• To prevent the unit from falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage, avoid
installing or mounting the unit in unstable locations.

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• Leave enough space above and below the unit to provide good ventilation. If airflow is not
adequate, unit will heat up and fire hazard may result.
• Operate the unit in an environment with a free-air temperature between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and
104°F).
• Turn off all audio equipment when making any connections to the unit, and make sure to use
adequate cables.
• Do not use benzene, thinner or chemicals to clean the unit. Use only a soft, dry cloth.
• If the unit is moved from a cold place (e.g. overnight in a car) to a warmer environment,
condensation may form inside the unit, which may affect performance. Allow the unit to acclimatize
for about one hour before use.

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4 How to connect PRIMA VA
Wiring diagram

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Technical characteristics
§ Mains power supply
Voltage range
115 – 230 VAC (50 – 60 Hz)
Max consumption
1.7 A by 230 VAC
Standby consumption
0,32 A by 230 VAC
Cable specification
3 x 0.75 mm² EU cord
§ Backup power supply
Voltage range
21.6 to 28.8 VDC
Max consumption
12.0 A by 28 VDC
Standby consumption
0,44 A by 28 VDC
Cable specification
3 x 4 mm² cable or wires
§ Audio inputs 1, 2
Balanced input
+ Hot - Cold G Ground
Input impedance
22 k Ω
Maximum level
+14 dBu (3.8 Veff)
Bandwidth
20 ~ 20K Hz
Phantom power
24 VDC – Maximum current 3mA
Static gain
-100 to +40 dB
AGC gain
0 to +60 dB
AGC target level
-24 to -6 dB
Signal to noise ratio (SNR)
87 dB
Total harmonic distortion
(THD)
< 0.2 %
Cable specification
2 x 0.22 mm² shielded cable
§ Loudspeaker lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Maximum load
125 Ω (80 W by 100 V)
Bandwidth
20 ~ 20K Hz
Maximum level
100V RMS