Biamp Vocia VA-2060 User manual

Biamp Systems, 9300 SW Gemini Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97008 U.S.A. [phone] www.biamp.com
Vocia®
VA-2060, VA-2060e,
VA-4030, VA-4030e
Manual
January 2013

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions_Speaker Terminals
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this product near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block 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 product
(including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the grounding-type plug. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong.
The third prong is 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 product.
11) Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with equipment rack, cart,
stand or table designed to provide adequate
mechanical strength, heat dissipation and
securement to the building structure.
When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart
and product combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this product during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
product 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 product, the product has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
WARNING - This product employs Safety Grounding and must be connected to a MAINS
socket that is properly grounded to provide a protective earthing connection.
WARNING – Speaker terminals marked with the symbol are Hazardous Live. External
wiring connected tothese terminals requires installation by qualified electrical installer.
Disconnect Device - The MAINS plug is used to disconnect MAINS power and must remain
readily operable.
Explanation of safety related symbols - Product labeling and the operation manual may
use the internationally recognized symbols defined below to note safety messages.
Lightning Bolt: Hazardous Live voltages present when this unit is in operation. Do
not touch terminals marked with this symbol while the unit is connected to live power.
Exclamation Point: Replace components (i.e. fuses) only with the values specified by
the manufacturer. Failure to do so will compromise safe operation of this unit.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
VOCIA AMPLIFIER........................................................................................3
VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030 and VA-4030e ....................................................................3
Features ................................................................................................3
FRONT PANEL ...........................................................................................4
System Indicators .........................................................................................4
Amplier Chassis Indicators .................................................................................4
Amp Channel Indicators ....................................................................................5
Front Panel View .........................................................................................6
VA-2060.................................................................................................6
VA-2060e................................................................................................6
VA-4030.................................................................................................6
VA-4030e................................................................................................6
REAR PANEL ............................................................................................7
Conventions..............................................................................................7
AC Power Socket .........................................................................................7
Auxiliary Power ...........................................................................................7
Network Connections ......................................................................................7
Device ID switches ........................................................................................8
Analog Audio Inputs with Phantom Power Option.................................................................8
Page Active Relay .........................................................................................8
Amplier Output Connections ..............................................................................9
Transformer Load Selection .................................................................................9
Speaker Connection .......................................................................................9
Rated Load Table .........................................................................................9
Output Fault Detection......................................................................................9
FAILOVER MODES ......................................................................................10
Device-to-Device Failover ..................................................................................10
Channel-to-Channel Failover................................................................................11
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................12
Vocia Amplier 2060 / 2060e / 4030 / 4030e ...................................................................12
BLOCK DIAGRAM .......................................................................................13
CURRENT DRAW AND HEAT OUTPUT ......................................................................14
WARRANTY ............................................................................................15
FCC COMPLIANCE ......................................................................................16
EC DECLARATION.......................................................................................17
EU ROHS COMPLIANT ...................................................................................18

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e
The VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030 and VA-4030e are digital networked multi-channel audio ampliers designed for use in Vocia systems.
All models are CobraNet® enabled and feature either two or four channels of amplication, with on-board DSP. Channel-to-channel or
device-to-device failover may be user congured. Each amplier channel has user selectable support for 4 or 8Ω operation or Constant
Voltage operation of 25, 70 or 100 Volts. The on-board DSP provides comprehensive xed-chain digital signal processing within the device,
including volume control, ducking, equalization, compressor/limiting, speaker crossover, delay and output gain. Locally stored audio mes-
sages are retained in non-volatile memory within the amplier. Intuitive software provides audio system design via PC computer. Two RJ45
connectors on the rear panel of the amplier provide redundant connectivity to control data and audio over a single Ethernet cable. The
VA-2060e and VA-4030e models have the ability to be powered via dual 24V connections in addition to the AC mains power supply, as well
as balanced mic/line inputs to be used as a local background input source for the output channel associated with the Input.
SET UP AND USE
The Vocia software provides the interface for conguring and programming the VA-4030(e) and VA-2060(e) ampliers. The information
supplied by this manual relates to hardware installation, physical connections and device and channel failover concerns. For more details
on software setup, please consult the Vocia Software Help File.
FEATURES
• Amplier outputs transformer coupled to support Low
Impedance or Constant Voltage loads. User selectable
via rear panel switch:
- Low impedance: 4 or 8Ω OR
- Constant Voltage: 25V, 70V or 100V
• Output Power:
- VA-4030(e): 4 Channel 30W RMS per channel
- VA-2060(e): 2 channel 60W RMS per channel
• Failover capability between channels and ampliers
• Locally stored audio messages are retained in non-volatile
memory within the amplier.
• LED Indication:
- Amplier and card failure
- Clip present
- Fan stuck rotor fault
- Heat sink temperature fault
- Signal Peak
- Signal present
• Software Monitoring Features:
- Amplier failure
- Excessive clipping
- Fan stuck rotor
- Temperature fault
- Peak present
- Amplier overload
- Short to ground on output
• Software-congurable signal processing including volume
control, lters, compressor/limiting, delay, speaker equalization
and output sensitivity
• CobraNet® audio/control with dynamic use of available
bundles over single Ethernet cable
• Dual Ethernet ports for redundancy
• Heavy duty removable terminal block connectors for speaker
line connections
• Rotary switches for device identication
• EN 54-16 certied, CE marked, UL listed,
RoHS compliant
• Covered by Biamp Systems’ warranty

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e FRONT PANEL
System Indicators
The LED indicators on the front panel of the amplier provide information and operational status of the amplier and its associated output
and input channels. LED layout and features vary between amplier models. LEDs are grouped to show chassis and amplier channel
status indication. Please see the Front Panel View section for details on the different congurations between the various amplier models.
Amplier Chassis Indicators
These indicators relate to the entire amplier unit (chassis):
AC power is a green LED indicator. This will illuminate when a AC Mains supply is applied to the unit.
DC Power (VA-2060e and VA-4030e models only) is a green LED indicator. This illuminates when an auxiliary DC supply is applied to the
unit via either or both 24V Auxiliary power inputs.
Amp Fault is a yellow LED that illuminates when a chassis fault has occurred. There are two types of chassis faults that can be reported,
depending on the severity of the problem. Flashing yellow indicates a Warning, which means that some aspect of the amplier chassis is
not performing within normal specication. Audio may still be passing, but if the condition causing the Warning is not corrected, chassis
failure may occur. Solid yellow indicates a fault, which means that some aspect of the amplier chassis has failed and audio may no longer
be passing through the device. Use Vocia software to determine the specic type of chassis warning or fault that has occurred.
Activity is a tri-color LED that illuminates to show the conguration status of the device. If the LED is dark, the chassis has failed to
boot or there is some other kind of fault. A solid green LED indicates that the unit is congured. A ashing yellow LED indicates the unit is
active but not congured. A solid yellow LED indicates that the unit is congured and in standby. Standby only occurs when a unit has
been designated as a redundant device when Device Failover is enabled.
Status is a tri-color LED that indicates the health of the amplier hardware. A green LED indicates the unit powered up normally. A ashing
yellow LED is shown briey during the power-up self test and should turn solid green upon successful start. A red LED indicates the unit
experienced a problem during the power-up self test.
Chassis Indicators
Refer to the caution in the Rear Panel Auxiliary Power section.

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e FRONT PANEL
Amp Channel Indicators
These indicators relate to each amplier channel:
Amp Fault is a yellow LED that illuminates when a channel fault has occurred. Two types of channel faults can be reported depending on
the severity of the problem. Flashing yellow indicates a Warning, which means that some aspect of the amplier module is not performing
within normal specication. Audio may still be passing, but if the condition causing the Warning is not corrected, channel failure may occur.
Solid yellow indicates a fault, which means that some aspect of the amplier module has failed and audio is no longer passing on that
channel. Use Vocia software to determine the specic type of channel warning or fault that has occurred.
Activity is a two-color LED that illuminates green when that channel is congured and actively passing audio and yellow when that channel is
congured and in standby. Standby only occurs when a channel has been designated as redundant channel in a failover conguration.
Signal is a tri-color LED that indicates audio signal presence on the amplier channel. Green indicates the audio signal level is between
-36 dBFS and -6 dBFS, yellow indicates a signal level between -6dBFS and -2 dBFS and red indicates clipping (above -2dBFS).
Analog Input (VA-2060e and VA-4030e models only) is a tri-color LED that indicates audio signal presence on the amplier analog Input
channel. Green indicates the audio signal level is between -48 dBFS and -18 dBFS, yellow indicates a signal level between -18 dBFS and
-2 dBFS and red indicates clipping (above -2dBFS).
Channel Indicators

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e FRONT PANEL VIEW
VA-2060
VA-2060e
VA-4030
VA-4030e

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Conventions
All numbered audio, relay and power connectors on the rear panel of the amplier are congured with the lowest output or input on the
right of the connector as viewed from the rear of the unit.
AC Power Socket
Provides for connection of the appropriate power cord. Each amplier uses a switch mode power supply that has an operating voltage
of 100-240V at 50/60 Hz.
Auxiliary Power: Only available with VA-2060e and VA-4030e ampliers.
This connection allows dual 24V DC power inputs to be used. Dual 24V DC supply capability allows the amplier to
meet standards that call for redundant power supplies. The DC supply must be wired into both power supply inputs,
either from redundant supplies or from a single supply wired in parallel to the two inputs. If 24V is not supplied to both inputs, a loss-of-
supply fault will be reported. If a VA-4030e or VA-2060e amplier is required to operate without a 24V supply, the Auxiliary supply fault
monitoring must be disabled in Vocia software. A loss of supply fault is indicated via the Vocia software and by a blinking yellow Amp Fault
indicator on the front panel of the affected device. The power supplies used for the amplier must meet the voltage range and power re-
quirements detailed in the specications table below. Local standards, norms or codes may require the use of certied power supplies and
may require observance of minimum on-battery running times both for standby and maximum power conditions. Note that dual redundant
power supplies must each independently meet the total power requirements of the amplier.
The pluggable terminal blocks provided will accommodate wire sizes from 12-18 AWG. External over-current protection must be provided,
according to the current carrying capacity of the connecting wires, and in no case greater than 30 Amps. Do not ground or connect to chassis
either the positive or negative Auxiliary Power connections. The Auxiliary power must be oating with respect to ground.
Network Connections
The amplier is a CobraNet device. A Primary and Secondary CobraNet connection is provided for this. All
CobraNet routing and bundle assignments are processed by the Vocia devices locally. Vocia makes dynamic use
of available bundles in CobraNet. A 100Base-T Ethernet switch (not repeater hub) is required when networking
multiple units. CobraNet utilizes standard CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6 or CAT7 cabling, which has a specied maximum length of 328 feet (100
meters). Additional Ethernet switches, or switches that provide ber-optic interface, can be used to extend the physical distance between
units within a network. Please note that CobraNet limits network extensions to seven hops (one-way transmissions) within a network. The
CobraNet network connection is congured with the primary connector on the left and the secondary (redundant) connector on the right.
The primary and secondary CobraNet ports are provided to facilitate connection redundancy. Each connector provides two LEDs that
indicate Ethernet link and network activity.
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e REAR PANEL
BIAMP SYSTEMS
assembled in the USA
www.biamp.com
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Analog Inputs
4 3 2 1
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24V 0V 24V 0V
100-240V~ 50/60Hz
Model VA-4030e
Auxiliary Power
24V DC
Failover
CobraNet
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GRN: Link / Active
YEL: In Use / Conductor
Pri. Sec.
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Outputs
Load
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4 3 2 1
C NC NO C NC NO C NC NO C NC NO
Page Active Relays
4 3 2 1
4Ω
8Ω 25V 70V
100V 4Ω
8Ω 25V 70V
100V 4Ω
8Ω 25V 70V
100V 4Ω
8Ω 25V 70V
100V
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
Device ID LSBMSB
60 Watts
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Class 3 wiring:
100V setting
Class 2 wiring:
4Ω, 8Ω, 25V and
70V setting
0832-CPD-1401
Rear Panel
Caution: Due to potential energy hazard, connections to the Auxiliary Power 24V DC inputs must be
made by a qualied electrician or other qualied person as required to conform with all local codes.

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Table 1. CobraNet LED indication
Left LED Right LED Description
None None No data connectivity or CobraNet activity
None Flashing Green Link Established. Typically seen on Secondary connection that is in standby.
Amber Flashing Green Link established and CobraNet activity detected; unit acting as a CobraNet performer
Flashing amber Flashing green Link established and CobraNet activity detected; unit acting as a CobraNet conductor
Flashing amber None CobraNet fault; check cabling and conguration for errors
Device ID switches
The rotary ID switches are located on the back of the amplier and give the unit a unique Device ID. The switches are in
hexadecimal format. All Vocia units of the same type must have a unique Device ID to function properly within a Vocia Paging
World (for instance, it is not possible to have two Vocia devices of the same type with the same Device ID of hex 07). Note that
VA-4030 and VA-4030e units represent one device type, while VA-2060 and VA-2060e units represent another device type.
As an example, to assign a Device ID of hex 07, leave the MSB switch on 0 and turn the LSB switch to 7. To create an ID of hex B7, turn
the MSB switch to B and turn the LSB switch to 7. Device ID switches should be set using a 0.1 inch (2.5mm) to 0.12 inch (3.0mm) at
blade screwdriver. More information on setting IDs and the hexadecimal numbering scheme used can be found in the Vocia Software
Help File.
Analog Audio Inputs with Phantom Power Option
For the VA-2060e and VA-4030e, each amplier channel has analog inputs that allow a local balanced
microphone or line level background source to be delivered to the amplier channel associated with
that input. Two such inputs are available on the VA-2060e amplier and four on the VA-4030e. Input
sensitivity and 48V phantom power on/off state may be determined in the Vocia software. Because a
local input may only be delivered to the channel associated with that input, if a local background source is required on two or more chan-
nels the source must be wired in parallel to each of the inputs. An exception is that if two or more channels of an amplier are congured
in software as a group or multi-way, the lowest local input channel number will be presented to all channels. For instance, if a VA-4030 is
deployed with channels 2, 3 and 4 congured as a group or 3-way multi-way, local input 2 will be presented to outputs 2, 3 and 4.
Page Active Relay
Page Active Relays (PAR) are available on all ampliers. Via the Page Active Relay connectors, one Form C (single pole, changeover)
relay is presented per channel for the VA-4030 and VA-4030e. Similarly, two such relays per channel are presented for the VA-2060 and
VA-2060e (relays operate in tandem). Each PAR connector is a six-way 3.5mm pluggable screw terminal block. The PAR connections are
labeled as follows:
• C: Relay Common
• NC: Normally Closed
• NO: Normally Open
Page Active Relay: VA-4030e and VA-2060e
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e REAR PANEL

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e REAR PANEL
Amplier Output Connections
Transformer Load Selection
The required amplier output load is congured via the use of a recessed indented selector above the amplier speaker output connectors.
The switch is designed to be operated with a at blade screwdriver (blade width 0.1”- 0.25”/ 2.5mm - 6.4mm). Selection can be made between
4 or 8Ω for Low Impedance connections and 25V, 70V or 100V for Constant Voltage loads. By default, the amplier factory default setting
is 8Ω. Do not operate the amplier with no speaker load. If an amplier channel is unused (i.e., has no load) do not congure the channel in
Vocia software to pass audio.
Speaker Connection
To minimize power loss, use a speaker cable of appropriate gauge for the load impedance. For long speaker cables, to minimize high
frequency loss, choose a low capacitance cable. Use the supplied plug-in barrier strip connectors to connect loudspeaker level outputs. If
stranded speaker wire is used, be sure to incorporate all strands into the connector, as stray strands can short to the adjacent terminal or
chassis. Do not leave excessive bare wire outside the terminals, as this can lead to shorts. Use of the supplied cable restraints is required
to secure the cable in the connector. To facilitate parallel wiring, each connector allows for the connection of two loads to each amplier
channel. Two four-way connectors are available on the VA-2060 and VA-2060e amplier and four connectors are available on the VA-4030
and VA-4030e amplier.
Rated Load Table: The total output load connected to any channel must not be less than the rated impedance load for that channel,
as detailed below. Operating the amplier in excessive overload may cause power supply safety limiting.
4Ω Setting 8Ω Setting 25V Setting 70V Setting 100V Setting
VA-4030 and VA-4030e 4Ω 8Ω 20.8Ω 163.3Ω 333.3Ω
VA-2060 and VA-2060e 4Ω 8Ω 10.4Ω 81.7Ω 166.7Ω
CAUTION: All speaker wiring connections and output load selection should be made by qualied
personnel and with the amplier power removed. The 100V output requires Class 3 wiring.
Please refer to a qualied electrician or other qualied person according to local codes.

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e REAR PANEL
Output Fault Detection
The Amplier monitors (supervises) for faults on speaker connections using a combination multiple out-of-band (inaudible) high frequency
tones for end-of-line detection, and DC current for ground fault detection. For end-of-line detection, one or more (up to 15 maximum) ELD-1
units must be connected to the end/s of the speaker line. End-of-line and ground fault detection may be individually enabled/disabled in the
Vocia software. To ensure correct operation of fault detection it is necessary to follow these guidelines:
• When an ELD-1 is being used in a Vocia system it is important that the Amplier Output Setting in the software matches the Hard-
ware Output setting selected on the physical amplier (8Ω, 4Ω, 25V, 70V or 100V). See the Software Help le for more information.
• Recorded audio messages or audio content with continuous or swept tonal components (e.g. alert tones) and any content with
signicant high frequency harmonic content should be band limited (>24dB/octave) at 15 kHz during recording. Note that program
content that is distorted due to poor recording techniques may contain excessive high frequency harmonics.
• Signal level adjustments within a Vocia system should be set so as to minimize clipping. Severely clipped signals may also affect the
out-of-band fault detection tones.
• The use of speaker cables that inherently attenuate high frequencies is not supported (e.g. screened cables). Speaker cables must
maintain frequency response to the end of line of less than -3dB @ 20kHz at with respect to 1kHz.
• Speaker cables longer than 500 feet may prevent correct operation of ELD and Ground Fault monitoring capabilities. An advantage
of Vocia is that ampliers may be easily distributed close to speakers, thereby minimizing long runs of expensive and potentially
lossy speaker cable.
• Highly capacitive speaker lines or loads may prevent correct operation of the ELD detection system.
• Legacy monitored speaker circuits that use capacitors and resistors or similar methods must have all legacy monitoring circuitry
removed for correct operation of the ELD detection system.
The ampliers use DC current to detect whether there is an erroneous ground connection placed on either or both speaker wires. The
detection circuit will declare a fault for a resistance to ground of 50kΩ or less. To prevent false ground fault readings, the DC resistance to
ground of speaker circuits must be 100kΩ or higher (either speaker wire to ground).
• For EN54-16 compliance, one or more ELD units must be tted. End of Line detection and Ground Fault Detection must be enabled
in the Vocia software.

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Failover Modes
The Vocia ampliers support a device-to-device or channel-to-channel failover mode. Only one type of failover mode can be implemented
per amplier.
Device-to-Device Failover
All ampliers support device-to-device amplier chassis failover in case of fault. The redundant amplier must be the same model as
the primary amplier. A Failover Link Cable must be connected between the primary and redundant amplier as shown below. Connect
ground to ground and Pin 1 of the primary amplier to Pin 2 of the redundant amplier; connect Pin 2 of the primary amplier to Pin 1 of
the redundant amplier.
Failover is triggered by one of the following conditions:
• Chassis fault on primary amplier
• Channel fault on primary amplier
• Loss of power to the primary amplier
• Loss of CobraNet link to primary amplier
• Loss of Failover Link Cable
• ELD-1/speaker line fault if enabled in software
Only faults (chassis and channel) trigger the failover mechanism. Abnormal conditions that do not immediately impair audio appear as
warnings, but do not trigger failover.
The redundant amplier may be wired in parallel to the existing speaker line or it can be connected to a redundant speaker line. Relays
isolate the output terminals on the secondary amplier unit. Relays are normally open. When a conguration is received, relays close on
the primary unit and remain open on the redundant unit. On failover, the relay states are reversed.
Device-to-Device Failover Wiring with Parallel Speaker Wiring
After replacing the faulty amplier, a power cycle is required to recover from failover. This can be done either by physically repowering the
ampliers or by performing a device reset in the Vocia software via the amplier test tab. The ampliers are required to be reset within 10
seconds of each other in order for the primary device to resume control.
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e FAILOVER MODES

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Channel-to-Channel Failover
All ampliers support channel-to-channel failover. This is congured in the Vocia software in the ampliers general setting as 1:1 Failover.
In this conguration, channel pairs can be specied and adjacent channels will act as a redundant backup. Channel 2 will act as backup for
channel 1. For the VA-4030 and VA-4030e models, channel 4 will act as backup for channel 3.
Additionally the VA-4030 and VA-4030e ampliers support 3:1 channel redundancy. This is congured in the Vocia software in the ampliers
general setting as 3:1 failover. In this conguration channel 4 will act as a redundant backup for channel 1, 2 or 3.
1:1 or 3:1 channel failover is triggered by one of the following conditions:
• Heatsink fault (over temperature)
• Short circuit fault
• Channel failure fault
• ELD-1/speaker line fault if enabled in software
The redundant channel may be wired in parallel to the existing speaker line or connected to a redundant speaker line. The primary amplier
module will resume control after the fault condition is cleared and the unit is re-powered.
Channel-to-Channel Example: Parallel Wiring and Redundant Speaker Topology
3:1 Failover Speaker Wiring
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e FAILOVER MODES

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Message Memory: 5.625 MB
Network Audio: 20-bits, 48kHz, 5-1/3 ms (fixed)
Network Connections: RJ45 with shielded Ethernet cable
(CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6 or CAT 7)
Analog Inputs: (VA-2060e and VA-4030e) Per Channel
Nominal Input Range: -66dBu to 0dBu
Maximum Input Level: +24dBu
Equivalent Input Noise: (max Gain) >-125dbu
Dynamic Range: >94dB
Input Impedance: 8kΩ
Phantom Power: +48V DC
Frequency Response: 40Hz-20kHz +/- 2dB
Signal to Noise Ratio: >88dB, unweighted
THD + Noise: <0.5% 50Hz-100Hz
<0.3% 100Hz-10kHz
Rated Output Power:
VA-2060: 2x 60W RMS, total 120W
VA-2060e: 2x 60W RMS, total 120W
VA-4030: 4x 30W RMS, total 120W
VA-4030e: 4x 30W RMS, total 120W
Supported Loads:
Low Impedance: 4Ω, 8Ω
Constant Voltage: 25V, 70V or 100V
Output Configuration: Transformer Coupled (ground free)
Output DC Offset: <100mV
PAR Relays
Form: Single Form C contact
Max Operating Voltage: 125V AC, 60V DC
Max Operating Current: 100mA AC, 1A DC
Power:
AC (all amplifiers): 100V-240V AC, 50H 60 Hz
DC (VA-2060e and VA-4030e): Nominal 24V DC
Continuous power rating 60 Watts
Peak Power rating 150 Watts
DC Range: 18V-30V; <100mV Ripple
Overall Dimensions:
Height: 3.25 in (82.5mm)
Width: 19 in (483mm)
Depth: 14.2 in (360mm)
Weight:
VA-2060: 24.7lbs (11.2kg)
VA-2060e: 24.9lbs (11.3kg)
VA- 4030: 26.0lbs (11.8kg)
VA- 4030e: 26.2lbs (11.9kg)
Compliance: FCC Part 15B
EN 54-16 certified
UL 60065 and C-UL listed
CCC pending
C-Tick
RoHS Directive
2002/95/EC
EN 60849, AS 60849 verified
Environment
Ambient Operating Temperature Range: 18-108 degrees F (-8 – 42° C)
Ambient Intake:
Humidity: 0 – 100% non-condensing
Altitude: 0 – 10,000 Feet MSL
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e SPECIFICATIONS
Vocia Amplier 2060 / 2060e / 4030 / 4030e SPECIFICATIONS

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VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e BLOCK DIAGRAM
4030e and 2060e Ampliers
4030 and 2060 Ampliers

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VA-4030 and VA-4030e Specications
IDLE 1/8 POWER
PINK NOISE
1/3 POWER
PINK NOISE
FULL POWER
SINE WAVE
Total Output
Power
(Watts)
Channels
Used
Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr
30 1 30 102 36 110 46 123 88 198
60 2 30 102 41 114 62 143 133 242
90 3 30 102 47 122 77 160 179 304
120 4 30 102 54 133 93 181 217 331
VA-2060 and VA-2060e Specications
IDLE 1/8 POWER
PINK NOISE
1/3 POWER
PINK NOISE
FULL POWER
SINE WAVE
Total Output
Power
(Watts)
Channels
Used
Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr Input Power
Watts
BTU /hr
60 1 27 92 38 104 60 136 119 201
120 2 27 92 50 119 90 171 213 317
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e
CURRENT DRAW AND HEAT OUTPUT

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BIAMP SYSTEMS IS PLEASED TO EXTEND THE FOLLOWING 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF
THE PROFESSIONAL SOUND EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL
1. BIAMP Systems warrants to the original purchaser of new products that the product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 5 YEARS from the date of purchase from an authorized BIAMP Systems dealer, subject to the
terms and conditions set forth below.
2 If you notify BIAMP during the warranty period that a BIAMP Systems product fails to comply with the warranty, BIAMP Systems
will repair or replace, at BIAMP Systems’ option, the nonconforming product. As a condition to receiving the benets of this warranty,
you must provide BIAMP Systems with documentation that establishes that you were the original purchaser of the products. Such
evidence may consist of your sales receipt from an authorized BIAMP Systems dealer. Transportation and insurance charges to
and from the BIAMP Systems factory for warranty service shall be your responsibility.
3. This warranty will be VOID if the serial number has been removed or defaced; or if the product has been altered, subjected to
damage, abuse or rental usage, repaired by any person not authorized by BIAMP Systems to make repairs; or installed in any
manner that does not comply with BIAMP Systems’ recommendations.
4. Electro-mechanical fans, electrolytic capacitors, gooseneck microphones, cords connecting handheld microphones, hard-drives,
displays, and normal wear and tear of items such as paint, knobs, handles, keypads and covers are not covered under this warranty.
All server-based devices are warranted for 3 years only.
5. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. BIAMP Systems disclaims all other warranties, expressed
or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose.
6. The remedies set forth herein shall be the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedies with respect to any defective product.
7. No agent, employee, distributor or dealer of BIAMP Systems is authorized to modify this warranty or to make additional warranties on
behalf of BIAMP Systems. Statements, representations or warranties made by any dealer do not constitute warranties by BIAMP
Systems. BIAMP Systems shall not be responsible or liable for any statement, representation or warranty made by any dealer or
other person.
8. No action for breach of this warranty may be commenced more than one year after the expiration of this warranty.
9. BIAMP Systems shall not be liable for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including lost prots or loss of use
arising out of the purchase, sale, or use of the products, even if BIAMP Systems was advised of the possibility of such damages.
VOCIA AMPLIFIERS VA-2060, VA-2060e, VA-4030, VA-4030e WARRANTY
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FCC COMPLIANCE
FCC NOTICE - CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential as well as in a commercial installation. This equipment 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. 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: 1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, 2) Increase the separation
between the equipment and receiver, 3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected or 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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DoC VA2201106
EC Declaration of Conformity
Biamp Systems Corporation, as manufacturer having sole responsibility, hereby
declares that the following described product complies with the applicable provisions of
the DIRECTIVES below except as noted herein. Any alterations to the product not
agreed upon and directed by Biamp Systems Corporation will invalidate this declaration.
Product Models: Vocia®Amplifier, VA-2060, -2060e, -4030, -4030e
Product Description: Networked Audio Amplifier
Applicable EC Directives: Applicable Harmonized Standards:
LVD Directive (2006/95/EC) Safety EN 60065:2002
EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) Emissions EN 55103-1:1996, Environment E2
:2-30155NEytinummI 1996, Environment E2
Special Considerations for Product Environment or Compliance:
Shielded cabling must be used for system connections.
Technical Documentation File, Location and Contact:
Biamp Systems Corporation phone: [phone]
9300 S.W. Gemini Drive fax: [phone]
Beaverton, OR USA 97008 e-mail: [email protected]
Authorized Representative: Larry Copley, Compliance Engineer
Authorized Signature:
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COMPLIANCE
RoHS COMPLIANT
This Biamp product, including all attendant cables and accessories
supplied by Biamp, meets all requirements of EU Directives
2002/95/EC of January 27, 2003, and 2005/618/EC of August 18,
2005, the EU RoHS Directives. An EU RoHS Materials Content
Declaration document may be obtained at www.biamp.com
(This information is presented to comply with the requirements of Chinese law SJ/T11363-2006)
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