AUSTRALIAN MONITOR DigiPage User manual

INSTALLATION SERIES
Australian Monitor
DigiPage
Multizone Paging
Source Selection
System
&
Clever Features, Contractor Friendly
Installation
Operation
Manual
&
POWER
ON
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ZONE 8
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 8
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 7
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 7
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 6
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 6
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 5
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 5
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 4
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 4
BUSY
PAGE
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 3
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 3ZONE 2
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 2
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 1
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 1
BUSY
PAGE

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operation and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
To prevent electric shock do not use this (polarized) plug
with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless
the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade ex-
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
shock to persons.
accompanying the appliance.
posure.
wide slot, fully insert.
Caution:
WARNING !
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CONTENTS
Page
1. Introduction 3
2. Front Panel 4
3. Back Panel 7
4. Installation 10
5. Dimensions 13
6. Setup (with Troubleshooting Guide) 14
7. Linking Two DigiPage Systems 16
8. Operation 17
9. Paging Station 18
10. Remote Wall Plate 20
13. Specifications 23
11. Block Diagram 22
12. Accessories 22
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AUS, EUR, USA
Rev A: 27th May 2003
Rev B: 11th Aug 2004
Copyright 27th May 2003 Internal Revision Info
Rev 1 10/10/03

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1. INTRODUCTION
The Australian Monitor Installation Series DigiPage is a 3 rack unit multizone paging and
source selection system that offers unprecedented flexibility for multizone paging & source
routing applications. Six program inputs and one dedicated local mic/line input are
available to each of eight zone outputs. With LED indication for program/local input
selection, zone output level, paging enable/disable and network busy LED, the DigiPage
provides extensive status indication to the user. The DigiPage is also expandable to 16 zones
via a simple link cable to a second unit. Paging stations are available in 8 zone and 16 Zone
models allowing paging into any individual zone, any combination of zones or All Call.
Remote control panels are also available, allowing source selection and volume control
from within each remote zone. Both the Paging stations and remote control panels connect
via an inexpensive and industry standard CAT5 cable network. An overall priority input is also
provided for emergency or evacuation signals. The DigiPage is powered by an (included)
external plug-pack power supply or via 24VDC. The DigiPage is an incredibly versatile and
well featured product that provides a simple solution to the complex applications of
multizone paging and source routing.
We thank you for choosing Australian Monitor Installation Series and as with all our products,
the DigiPage offers clever features and is contractor friendly.
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ZONE 8
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 8
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 7
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 7
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 6
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 6
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 5
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 5
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 4
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 4
BUSY
PAGE
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 3
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 3ZONE 2
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 2
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 1
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 1
BUSY
PAGE
4
1
2
3
4
7
9
5
6
8
4a
4b
10
11
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LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 3
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 3
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NOTE: Note that ‘center’ is to the left (9 o’clock), not the top (12 o’clock).
NOTE: Note that ‘center’ is to the left (9 o’clock), not the top (12 o’clock).
NOTE: This is NOT a signal level meter. It indicates relative volume position.
The controls detailed below (1-12) apply to each output zone, as indicated by
ZONE 1 .. ZONE 8 on the front panel.
1 LOCAL:
3 PROG OFF
4 MASTER 1 - 8
4a UP/DOWN
4b
5 PAGE ENABLE
6 TREBLE
7BASS
8 LOCAL
This switch will turn the local input on or off in the zone. The local input is for exclusive use in
the zone (eg Local Input 3 to Zone 3). The Local switch operates independently of the
program switches. The local input can be mic or line; see Backpanel on page 7.
This series of program switches (PROG 1- PROG 6) allows any one of the connected
program sources to be switched to the desired zone. Note that these are interlocking
switches: only one program may be selected at a time. Program inputs may be mic or
line, see Backpanel on page 7.
This switches program off in the desired zone.
These buttons increase and decrease the zone output level.
Master volume control position indication.
This switch allows the zone to be included in or isolated from the paging stations. You may
want to do this when a zone is for an area such as a function room that occasionally may
need to be isolated from paging. When this button is pressed, the adjacent green
indicator lights, indicating that the zone is able to receive paging.
The treble control has 9dB of cut or boost at 10kHz. The treble control affects the entire
zone.
The bass control has 12dB of cut or boost at 100Hz. The bass control affects the entire
zone.
This control adjusts the level of the local input into the zone.
2 PROG 1-6:
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9 PROG
10 PAGE
11 BUSY
Located at the right-hand end of the unit, these controls affect all zones.
12 ON
13 POWER
This control adjusts the overall level of all program sources into the zone.
This control adjusts the paging mic level into the zone.
This LED indicates that the control network is busy in this zone. The zone is currently being
paged or adjusted.
This LED indicates there is power to the unit.
This switches power from the power supply (included ).
NOTE: When 24VDC emergency power is supplied, the unit is on regardless of
the switch position.
NOTE: When 24VDC emergency power is supplied this LED will always be on.
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NOTE: To balance the differing levels of each program input, the program trim
controls on the rear panel should be used (see rear panel and setup
sections)
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1 LOCAL 1 - 8 Input Section
LINE
MIC/LINE
The pair of RCA sockets accepts unbalanced line level inputs.
Stereo signals are internally summed to mono.
The switch selects the sensitivity of the balanced XLR input
ONLY.
Switch in: microphone level
Switch out: line level
The XLR socket accepts balanced microphone or line level
signals.
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2 PROG 1 - 6 Input Section
LINE
MIC
PROG GAIN
The pair of RCA sockets accepts unbalanced line level inputs.
Stereo signals are internally summed to mono.
The XLR socket accepts balanced microphone level signals.
The trimpot controls the input gain of BOTH the balanced and
unbalanced program inputs. In a Master/Slave configuration,
these also control program linked inputs. (see Linking Section)
3. BACK PANEL
NOTE: The Local Input is routed only to the same
numbered zone output and is switched on or
off via the front panel or remote control panel.
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PROG 1
ZONE OUTPUTS
RUN 1RUN 2RUN 3RUN 4DATA LINK
CAT 5CAT 5CAT 5CAT 5
PROG 3PROG 5 PROG 2PROG 4PROG 6
PROG LINKS
LOCAL 2LOCAL 8 LOCAL 4LOCAL 6 LOCAL 1LOCAL 7 LOCAL 3LOCAL 5
MIC
SLAVE
MIC MICMIC MICMIC MICMIC
MICMICMIC MICMICMIC
LINE
MASTER
LINE LINELINE
LINELINE LINELINE
LINELINELINE
LINELINE LINELINE
LINELINELINE
PROGPROGPROG PROGPROGPROG
GAINGAINGAIN
INPUT
OUTPUT
GAINGAINGAIN
SUMTONE GEN
INPUTOUTPUT
LEVELLEVEL
+ 24V DC
GROUND
COMMON
ALERT
EVAC
GROUND
SUM IN
LINELINE LINELINE
POWER IN
20VAC
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3
5 4
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9
PIN 2
HOT
+
PIN 3
COLD
-
PIN 1
GND
FEMALE XLR

NOTE: If connecting to an unbalanced input, the negative pin (3) should not be
connected to ground but left floating.
3 ZONE OUTPUTS
There is a balanced XLR line level output for each zone.
4 EUROBLOCK CONNECTOR
24V DC / GROUND
ALERT/EVAC/COMMON
GROUND/SUM IN
SUM INPUT LEVEL
TONE GEN OUTPUT LEVEL
This input pair is for connection to a 24VDC
emergency power supply and is not switched by
the front panel power switch.
These connections are used to trigger the
internal tones. Only one tone can be triggered
at a time. Triggering occurs by connecting the
ALERT or EVAC terminal to COMMON.
This is an unbalanced line level input which may
be used for emergency priority signals. It feeds
all outputs independent of output level settings
and page enable status.
This recessed trimpot sets the level of the sum input.
This recessed trim pot controls the output level of the
tones and the chime.
8
NOTE: When operating as a slave unit, outputs labelled 1 to 8 will correspond to
zones 9 to 16, respectively. (see Linking Section)
5 CAT 5 RUN 1-4
These RJ45 inputs accept the CAT5 cables coming from the paging microphone stations
and the remote control panels. See page 10 for more information.
NOTE: These are Ethernet connections.NOT
NOTE: The 24V DC input does not
provide a trickle-charge facility.
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NOTE: Connecting and disconnecting these inputs while the unit is on may
cause the unit to lock up requiring system power to be cycled.
PIN 2
HOT
+
PIN 3
COLD
-
PIN 1
GND MALE XLR
NOTE: Signal on the SUM IN will cause other signals
to be muted.
NOTE: The muting by the SUM IN remains active
for 30sec after the input signal is removed.

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6 PROG LINKS
7 DATA LINK
8 MASTER/SLAVE
9 POWER IN VAC
These RJ45 sockets allow linking of the program sources when using a Master/Slave
configuration. (see Linking Section)
This socket is used to link two units in a Master/Slave configuration. (see Linking Section)
This switch is used when linking 2 units in Master/Slave configuration. (see Linking Section)
This 2.1mm power socket accepts the 20VAC power supply provided with the unit.
NOTE: These are Ethernet connections.NOT
NOTE: These are Ethernet connections.NOT

4. INSTALLATION
OVERVIEW
NOTE: XLR CONFIGURATION
CABLE INSTALLATION FOR PAGING STATIONS AND REMOTE PANELS
CAT 5 RUN 1-4
The DigiPage features extensive flexibility in the range of input sources that it can
accommodate. In addition, the zone outputs may be used to feed power (booster)
amplifiers, mixers, mixer amplifiers etc. It is therefore important to think about the interfacing
of the DigiPage with the other equipment if optimum performance is to be achieved. Use the
Back Panel and Specifications sections of this manual to assist with system design.
When wiring the outputs on the DigiPage as
unbalanced, Pin2 should be used as hot and Pin1
as ground. Pin3 should be left open and NOT
shorted to Pin1.
Four RJ45 ports (labeled ) are provided for connection to the DigiPage Zone
Paging Stations and Remote wall panels. The four ports allow for easy cable infrastructure, as
CAT5 runs can be of differing lengths depending on the installation and the number of units
connected.
In planning the installation, the following rules apply:
Up to 4 Paging Stations, remote control panels or combinations of the two may be
connected to each of the four CAT5 runs.
Connections along the runs must be in a daisy-chain configuration. It is acceptable to
create a short branch (eg, from a wall to a paging station). The maximum length of
the branch is 10m.
The following table indicates the maximum distance allowable for a CAT5 run on a
single port.
For greater distances or more units, see page 12
The last unit on a run must be terminated. This is done by moving a jumper on the
paging station or remote unit. See ‘Paging Station’ on page 18 or ‘Remote Control
Panel’ on page 21.
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PIN 2
HOT
+
PIN 3
COLD
-
PIN 1
GND
PIN 2
HOT
+
PIN 3
COLD
-
PIN 1
GND
FEMALE XLR MALE XLR
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NOTE: These are Ethernet connections.NOT
NOTE: If installing and terminating CAT5 cable is new to you, please take note of the
various points that follow. As the CAT5 cabling for the DigiPage carries voltage,
damage could occur if your pin-pin connections are not made correctly.

CAT5 CABLE
CAT5 TERMINATION
CAT5 cable is the blue cable commonly used for data installations (other colours do exist). It
consists of four twisted pairs of wires: this is why it is referred to as UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair).
The most readily available cable uses solid conductors, like telephone wire. Cable with
stranded conductors is available, and is more flexible.
Pre-wired CAT5 cable comes in two configuration standards, 568A and 568B. It is advisable to
carry a good pre-wired cable for fault-finding. Both configurations will work with the DigiPage
provided both ends have the same configuration. Be careful not to use a crossover cable
which has one configuration at one end and the other configuration at the other end.
Ensure that the RJ45 connectors are suited to the cable used (solid or stranded) and that the
correct crimp tool is used.
When wiring connectors, 568A standard wiring is recommended (see diagram). Note that
this is only the recommended wiring and that you should check the configuration of any
cables that you are using.
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COMBINATION OF DEVICES MAX DISTANCE
ON SINGLE CAT5 RUN TO END UNIT (m/ft)
4xWallplates 125m/410ft
2xPaging Stations & 2xWallplates 80m/260ft
3xPaging Stations & 1xWallplate 70m/230ft
1xPaging Station 250m/820ft
2xPaging Staions 125m/410ft
3xPaging Stations 80m/260ft
4xPaging Stations 62.5m/205ft
1xWallplate 500m/1640ft
2xWallplates 250m/820ft
3xWallplates 165m/540ft
1xPaging Station & 1xWallplate 165m/540ft
1xPaging Station & 2xWallplates 125m/410ft
1xPaging Station & 3xWallplates 100m/330ft
2xPaging Stations & 1xWallplates 100m/330ft
White/Green 1
Green 2
White/Orange 3
Blue 4
White/Blue 5
Orange 6
White/Brown 7
Brown 8
568A configuration
CABLE
Shown with
locking clip
facing
Ground
Power
Data+
Busy-
Busy+
Data-
Voice+
Voice-

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POWER REQUIREMENTS
EXTENDING CAT5 CABLE RUN DISTANCES & ADDING MORE PAGING STATIONS & DPRMs
TONE GENERATOR INPUTS
PRE-ANNOUNCE CHIME
The DigiPage can operate from the plug pack supplied and/or a separate 24V DC power
supply.
The maximum distances quoted in the Table #1 are due to DC current limitations, not data
transmission limitions. If distances greater than these are required, the paging stations and
DPRM’s can be locally powered. This will extend the maximum distances to 1000m per CAT5
RUN. Alternatively, if more than 4 paging stations or DPRM’s are required on a single run, local
powering can be used. This will increase the maximum number of paging stations and
DPRM’s on a single CAT5 RUN.
Use a 12VDC supply connected as
pin1 (white/green in CAT5)- GROUND
pin2 (green in CAT5) - +12V
Disconnect incoming +V, but not ground. The 12V supply should be rated at 150mA per
paging stating being powered and 90mA per DPRM. For further information email
[email protected].au.
Tones may be triggered by closing a switch or relay contact between the selected tone
trigger input and common. These trigger inputs are 5V TTL and may alternatively be triggered
by pulling the desired input low referenced to the COMMON.
The only internal setup that is available in the DigiPage is for the configuration of the chime
tone that sounds in each zone. The unit comes shipped with the chime enabled in all zones.
A link can be found on each zone control board at the front of the unit (the longer board
behind the zone section).
regulated
NOTE: The maximum voltage on these inputs must not exceed 5.5V
NOTE: CAT5 cable consists of four pairs of wires: it is not sufficient to simply wire the two
ends pin for pin, ignoring pairing.
A NOTE ABOUT GROUNDING:
It may be necessary in some circumstances to ground the DigiPage to eliminate
noise in the system. This can be done using the negative terminal of the 24VDC IN
euro connector or by making sure that the chassis is electrically connected to the
equipment rack (which should be grounded).
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SIDE VIEW
UP
link (shown with chime enabled)
To disable the chime to a particular zone,
move the link to the upper two pins on the
relevant control board. To re-enable the
chime, move the link to the lower two pins.

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5. DIMENSIONS
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ZONE 8
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 8
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 7
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 7
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 6
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 6
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 5
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 5
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 4
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 4
BUSY
PAGE
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 3
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 3ZONE 2
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 2
BUSY
PAGE
ZONE 1
LOCAL
PROG 1 TREBLE
BASS
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4 LOCAL
PROG
PROG 5
PROG 6
PROG OFF
UP PAGE ENABLE
DOWN
MASTER 1
BUSY
PAGE
483.0 mm
467.0 mm
133.0 mm
57.0 mm
PROG 1
ZONE OUTPUTS
RUN 1RUN 2RUN 3RUN 4DATA LINK
CAT 5CAT 5CAT 5CAT 5
PROG 3PROG 5 PROG 2PROG 4PROG 6
PROG LINKS
LOCAL 2LOCAL 8 LOCAL 4LOCAL 6 LOCAL 1LOCAL 7 LOCAL 3LOCAL 5
MIC
SLAVE
MIC MICMIC MICMIC MICMIC
MICMICMIC MICMICMIC
LINE
MASTER
LINE LINELINE
LINELINE LINELINE
LINELINELINE
LINELINE LINELINE
LINELINELINE
PROGPROGPROG PROGPROGPROG
GAINGAINGAIN
INPUTOUTPUT
GAINGAINGAIN
SUMTONE GEN
INPUTOUTPUT
LEVELLEVEL
+ 24V DC
GROUND
COMMON
ALERT
EVAC
GROUND
SUM IN
LINELINE LINELINE
POWER IN
20VAC
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9.00 mm

6. SET UP
The inputs of the DigiPage can accommodate a wide range of sources including active
paging stations, dynamic microphones, DVD and CD players. The zone outputs may be used
to drive power (booster) amplifiers, mixers, or mixer amplifiers.
Each installation will require setting the appropriate relative mix of levels between paging,
program sources and local inputs for each zone and balancing between the zones.
Because of the variation in levels between the possible sources, DigiPage offers a number of
gain stage adjustment so you can set the correct levels for your application.
Also consider what the outputs are driving….
Setting up correct gain structure through the whole system is important to achieve optimal
results.
The following step by step procedure has been devised to assist during the setup process.
When the DigiPage was shipped to you from the factory it was set up in a particular way. In the
following procedure it is essential that you are starting from these initial settings.
Program Input Gain Controls - half (12 o’clock)
Local XLR Mic/Line switch - source dependant
Master Volume - off
Mic level - half (9 o’clock)
Prog level - half (9 o’clock)
Local level - half (9 o’clock)
Confirm the initial settings of DigiPage.
Choose a zone that is conveniently located near to the DigiPage or further away if you feel
you need the exercise.
This will be the referred to as “TEST ZONE”.
Ensure that all amplifiers connected to the DigiPage are set to provide required sound levels
with a line level input signal.
Choose a consistent program source, eg CD or tuner.
This will be the referred to as “TEST PROG”.
1. Select TEST PROG in the TEST ZONE [front PROG 1-6].
Set the MASTER volume in the TEST ZONE to half way.
2. Adjust the rear PROG GAIN for the TEST PROG input to achieve the required sound level
in the TEST ZONE.
3. Select PROG TEST in all other zones.
4. Bring up the MASTER volume in all other zones and check for required sound levels.
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NOTE: A full discussion of setting up a complex system with correct gain structure is
beyond the scope of this manual. The procedure above assumes that the
installer has correctly set up external equipment connected to Digipage proir
to initiating the set up procedure.
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5. Do a test page in the TEST ZONE and check the level relative to the program level.
6. Adjust the page level as desired [front panel PAGE].
7. Set the input level type of any local inputs being used [rear panel LOCAL MIC/LINE].
8. Select and check the local inputs in each zone.
Adjust the local level as desired [front panel LOCAL].
9. Balance the other program sources in the TEST ZONE [rear panel PROG GAIN]
10.Apply the front panel settings from TEST ZONE to all other zones.
11.Using the front panel controls only set the individual zones to your preferred settings
a. Set balance between local/prog/page
b. Set Eq
c. Set final master level
Troubleshooting Guide
Mains brownouts or incorrect
connection of devices may
cause processor to lock-up
Incorrect system gain
structure
Lack of system ground
Initailisation (boot) sequence
Cable too long
Cable fault
Station lock-up due to
connection while system is live
Actually controlling a different
zone
Cable fault
Another device has control of
the zone
Busy LED on
Busy LED never blinks
No effect:busy LED blinks
Emits high-pitch whine
Inconsistent operation
LED’s chase
No response to controls
Poor signal to noise ratio
Cycle power on the DigiPage
-Check settings of all equipment
-Revisit Step-by-Step Setup Procedure
Normal operation when power
is applied
See Installation section
-Check cable.
-Check Paging Station with good cable at DigiPage
With all Paging Stations connected,
cycle power on the DigiPage
Program correctly
(factory setting is zone 1)
-Check cable
-Check Remote Panel with good cable at DigiPage
-Check other units
-Cycle power if suspect system lock-up
See Grounding in Installation
section
DigiPage System
Likely Cause Remedy
Trouble
Paging Station
Remote Control Panel
All Call works but
Zone Page does not Main unit set to slave Set main unit master/slave switch
to master (switch in)

7. LINKING TWO DIGIPAGE SYSTEM
DigiPage is fully expandable to form a 16 zone paging system by the simple linking of two
units. One DigiPage is then designated the master unit, driving zones 1-8, with the slave unit
driving zones 9-16. The following settings and connections are required to form a linked
DigiPage system.
The DigiPageM16 paging station must be used to access all zones.
This switches the unit from master (switch in) to slave (switch out). When set as master the unit
acts as zones 1 to 8. When set as slave the unit acts as zones 9 to 16.
This link is essential. Use a pre-wired CAT5 patch lead.
The maximum cable length for the data link cable is 10m, but note that PROG LINKS cable is
limited to 0.5m (see below).
Program sources can be sent to the slave DigiPage by connecting the PROG LINKS OUTPUT on
the Master unit to the PROG LINKS INPUT on the Slave unit. This simplifies connection of sources
as all 6 sources can be sent from the master to the slave via 1 CAT5 cable avoiding the need
for Y-cables
The PROG TRIM on the slave unit operates independently of the master unit. The PROG TRIM
on the slave unit should be set to the same position as on the master.
Use a pre-wired CAT5 patch lead. The maximum cable length for the program source link
cable is 0.5m however this cable should be kept as short as possible because it is carrying
audio signal.
MASTER/SLAVE
This switch should only
be operated when the unit is powered off.
DATA LINK
PROG LINKS
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NOTE: These are Ethernet connections.NOT
NOTE: If PROG LINKS is not used, it is possible to use completely different program
sources in zones 1-8 to zones 9-16.
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NOTE: Maximum prog link cable length is 0.5m
NOTE: Maximum data link cable length is 10m
White/Green 1
Green 2
White/Orange 3
Blue 4
White/Blue 5
Orange 6
White/Brown 7
Brown 8
568A configuration
CABLE
PROG 1
PROG 2
PROG 3
PROG 4
PROG 5
PROG 6
GROUND
GROUND
Program Source Wiring

8. OPERATION
CHANGING VOLUME LEVELS:
CHANGING PROGRAM SOURCES OR LOCAL:
REMEMBERING SETTINGS / POWERING UP AND DOWN:
BUSY SIGNAL:
The output level is controlled by a digital up/down switch arrangement. There are 32 levels
from off to maximum in a non linear audio configuration. The master LED’s indicate this
volume setting but because there are only 8 LED’s, a change to the volume (pressing up or
down) may not show a change in the LED’s. The level must step 4 times before the LED
indication changes.
The program sources can only be selected one at a time or turned off with the program off
button. However local is not affected and is controlled by toggling either on or off.
The DigiPage is designed to remember it's last setting when powering down. Due to the
nature of memory storage, the unit should be left on for at least 15 seconds after a change is
made to allow the unit to store the changes. The unit should also be allowed to stand for 15
seconds before turning back on to allow all voltages to discharge. This is not required if
cycling the mains to clear a lockup but only to ensure that changes are stored.
When a zone is busy, the volume control and program source selection becomes inactive.
Changes cannot be made while the zone is busy. A zone is made busy when a peripheral
device is accessing the zone. This can be in two forms:
1/ When someone is paging to the zone. The busy led will then glow steady.
2/ When someone is making changes using the remote wall panel. The busy led will then blink
rapidly.
NOTE: The LED’s are an indication of master volume setting and not an
indication of signal level or presence.
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NOTE: The paging stations for the DigiPageJr are different to the DigiPage and
connot be mixed. The same applies to DPRM’s which cannot be used
with the DigiPageJr.

1 ZONE select
2 CLEAR
3. ALL PAGE
4. ZONE PAGE
5. BUSY
These buttons allow selection of zones for paging.
When selected, the adjacent LED glows green.
Pressing the button again deselects the zone. The area
next to the button is for labelling the zone. Selecting a
zone does not instigate paging. See 4. ZONE PAGE.
This button clears all the selected zones.
This button pages to all zones. It is momentary so must
be held while talking into the microphone. It activates
the microphone and mutes the program sources. It
does NOT clear the current zone selection
configuration so the paging station will return to its
previous state (selected zones) once the ALL PAGE
button is released.
This button pages to the current zone selection
configuration as indicated by the ZONE select LEDs.
The zones being paged have their program sources
muted and the microphone becomes active. If no
zones are selected the system will still show as busy
when this button is pressed.
This LED glows when the network or system is busy. This
can be caused by the local paging station (you are
making a page), another paging station, or a remote
control panel being in use. Paging is not possible while
the system is busy, however zone selections can still be
made.
ZONE 8
ZONE 1 ZONE 9
ZONE 2 ZONE 10
ZONE 3 ZONE 11
ZONE 4 ZONE 12 CLEAR
BUSY
ZONE 5 ZONE 13
ZONE 6 ZONE 14 ALL PAGE
ZONE 7 ZONE 15
ZONE 16 ZONE PAGE
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2
3
4
5
Controls
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Introduction
The Australian Monitor Installation Series DigiPageM8 and DigiPageM16 Paging Stations are 8
and 16 zone paging stations complete with a slimline gooseneck paging microphone. The
Paging stations are designed to be used with the DigiPage Zone Paging & Source Selection
System and will allow paging into any individual zone, any combination of zones or All Call to
all zones. LED indicators provide the user with visual feedback of the zones being paged or if
the zone selected is busy. Ample label space is provided on the Paging Station, which also
provides a microphone gain control. Connection to the DigiPage is via low cost CAT 5 cable
and as with all Australian Monitor installation products, the Paging Station provides an elegant
solution at a contractor friendly price.
9. PAGING STATION
Base Plate
section
6
115.0mm
178.0mm

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The CAT5 cable connects to the RJ45 socket on the rear panel of the paging station. This
socket is a NEUTRIK connector designed to be used with the XLR style housing (model
NE8MC) to improve reliability. Normal RJ45 connectors can also be used.
Plugging and unplugging the cable while the system is powered up may result in the system
locking up and is not recommended. If this should happen, reset the DigiPage by switching
off, then on.
To accommodate different speech levels, there is a gain control on the base of the
DigiPageM. This ships set to minimum and may be adjusted to suit. Increasing this control
too far may cause the paging station to distort if loud or close speech levels are
encountered.
In an RS485 network (of which the DigiPage is part of) it is important to terminate the last
device in the network CAT5 RUN. Two jumpers are provided for the data transmission and
the voice transmission to be terminated if that Paging Station is at the end of a CAT5 RUN
(see diagram).Shipped as terminated.
TM
6 GAIN
7 TERMINATING
When making changes be sure to power off the system and disconnect from the network.
Note: these stations are not compatible with the DigiPageJr network system.
7Voice
Data
(shown as terminated)
Gain Pot
(accessible through base plate)

All the controls correspond only to the zone for which the panel is programmed by the
installer. (see programming section)
1. Prog 1-6
2. Prog Off
3. Local On/Off
This row of 6 buttons selects the numbered program source. They are electrically interlocking
meaning that selecting one source will deselect the previously selected source.
This button will turn off the program source that is currently selected .
This button toggles the local input on or off.
Controls
6298-A
1
2
3
4
5 6
1
25 34RESET button
Holes for securing cable Terminal block
for CAT5 wiring
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Introduction
The Australian Monitor Installation Series DPRM Remote Control Panel is a control surface that
is designed to be used with the DigiPage Zone Paging and Source Selection System. The
DPRM allows control over program source selection, local input selection and volume
control from a remote location. LED illumination provides the user with visual feed back if the
system is busy. Connection to the DigiPage is via low cost CAT 5 cable and as with all
Australian Monitor Installation products, the Remote Control Panel provides an elegant
solution at a contractor friendly price.
10. REMOTE CONTROL PANEL
6
Data
(shown as terminated)
76.00 mm
116.00 mm
84.00 mm
mounting centers
96.00 mm
100.00 mm
51.00 mm
PROG
OFF
LOCAL
ON/OFF
BUSY DOWN UP
VOLUME
123456
DPRMW