EMX CHIME-100 User manual

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CHIME-100™
Auditory Alert System
Instruction Manual
The CHIME-100 is an accessory device that produces a very loud audible notification when activated. Its
maximum volume can exceed 100dBA at 5ft, which is easily heard even in environments with high
background noise. It includes six selectable melodies, an easily adjustable volume, passthrough power
outputs to run other peripherals, such as sensors or visual alert devices, an output relay, and an input
which only requires a set of dry contacts for activation. Intended for indoor use only.
Cautions and Warnings
Maximum volume in close proximities may exceed 100dBA, which can result in
permanent hearing damage.
When drilling, ensure no damage can be caused in desired mounting location, e.g. hidden
wires, waterlines, etc.
Specifications
Input Voltage 9VDC
Max Current Draw Standby:
Max:
10mA
150mA
Operating Temperature
-
4ºF to 158ºF (
-
20ºC to 70ºC
)
Dimensions
3.35” (85mm) x 3.15” (80mm) x 2.17” (55mm)
Weight
0.35lbs (
0.16
kg)
Environmental Rating
IP30
Max Volume
Up to
100dBA @ 5ft
Relay Rating
2A, 250VAC/220VDC
NPN Rating
1
6
0mA,
100V
DC
Maximum Input Resistance
25kΩ
Power Supply Rating
9VDC
,
1.3A
Ordering Information

CHIME
-
100
Auditory Alert Accessory
Includes: CHIME-100, PG11 cable gland, and 9V Power Supply

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Controls and Indicators
1. Power Jack
2. Power LED
3. Chime Select Button
4. Volume Adjustment Knob
5. Cable Grip
Installation
1. In the desired location, mount the CHIME-100 housing using at least two screws.
2. Unscrew the lid of the housing and carefully remove the lid.
CAUTION: The lid and base are attached by the speaker’s wires.
Excess force could damage the unit
3.
Mount the cable
-
grip in the large hole in the bottom of the housing by inserting it
from the outside
,
then screwing on and tightening the nut from the inside.
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2
3
4
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4. Wire all needed connections on the device. See sections “Outputs” & “Inputs” for a detailed
description of each terminal’s function. The CHIME-100 requires a connection between INPUT 1
and INPUT 2 to properly function.
Connection Description
VOUT - Negative connection from power jack in. Can be used to power other
low-power devices. (Power adapter included is 9VDC)
VOUT + Positive connection from power jack in. Can be used to power other
low-power devices. (Power adapter included is 9VDC)
INPUT 1 Closing the connection between these inputs will trigger the melody.
It can be connected to a relay, switch, pushbutton, transistor, etc.…
INPUT 2
NPN OUT An open collector transistor output which will pull down to ground
when activated. This output can handle 170mA at 100VDC
RELAY
OUT
NC Normally-closed output connection
COM Common output connection
NO Normally-open output connection
5. All wiring should pass through the cable grip. Tighten down the cable grip once wiring is complete.
6. Check that the inputs are being properly recognized. The red Presence LED (see below) will turn
on when the input is activated. If the input shorting lasts longer than 30 seconds, the presence
LED will begin blinking.
7. Configure the CHIME-100 to play the desired melody by pressing the pushbutton on the side of
the unit. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. See section “Chime Adjustment” on next page
for more information.
8. Reattach the lid to the base and screw down firmly. Test the setup again to ensure the correct
chime plays at a comfortable listening level.
Presence LED

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Chime Adjustment
Volume
To adjust the volume of the CHIME-100, use the “Volume Adjustment Knob” sticking out of the
housing’s side. See the table below.
Direction Volume
Clockwise Louder
Counter-clockwise Quieter
When adjusted fully
counter-clockwise, the CHIME-
100 will be almost completely
muted.
Chime
The melody that is played when the input is activated can be changed by pressing the “Chime Select
Button” on the side of the unit. Each time the button is pressed, the next melody is selected and played.
There is a total of six different melody options. The selected melody will be remembered through power-
down.
Inputs
INPUT 1 & 2
The CHIME-100 will activate when terminal INPUT 1 is shorted with terminal INPUT 2. The device used to
short these terminals together can be anything that closes a circuit (e.g. relay contacts, transistor, light
switch, pushbutton, etc).
Outputs
VOUT
The CHIME-100 comes with a 9VDC power adapter that plugs into the unit via barrel jack, and is powered
through a wall outlet. This power supply can be used to power additional peripherals through the VOUT
terminals. If using the included power adapter, the additional peripherals should draw no more than
400mA of current.
RELAY
A set of form C relay contacts (normally open, common, and normally closed), which can handle 2A, and
250VAC or 220VDC. This relay will switch states when INPUT1/INPUT2 activates the CHIME-100.
NPN
An open collector transistor output will pull down to ground when activated. This output can handle
160mA, and 100VDC. This transistor will switch states when INPUT1/INPUT2 activates the CHIME-100.
Volume Adjust
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Cause
Solution
CHIME
-
100 does not play
melody
Volume is at minimum
The input is not connected
properly
Speaker wires damaged or
disconnected.
Rotate Volume Adjustment Knob
clockwise.
Verify wiring to terminals INPUT 1
and INPUT 2. Verify presence LED
turns on when the input terminals
are shorted together.
Verify both speaker wires are
properly connected to the board via
connector labeled “SPEAKER”
No Green Power LED No power
Incoming voltage is too low
Using a DMM, check the voltage
across terminal VOUT + and VOUT -.
Verify this voltage is at least 9VDC. If
voltage is low, replace the power
supply or wire in 3rd party 9VDC
supply into the VOUT terminals.
CHIME-100 presence LED does
not activate when input
terminals are shorted together.
Poor Wiring
Activation source
Verify wiring connections to INPUT 1
and INPUT 2 terminals.
Verify the activation source is
shorting together INPUT 1 and
INPUT 2 terminals by using a DMM
set to read Ohms (Ω) and ensuring
that, when activated, the inputs are
reading under 25kΩ.
NPN output not working Damaged from current
overload
Unit is damaged and will need to be
repaired or replaced.
Warranty
EMX Industries, Inc. products have a warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for a period
of two years from date of sale to our customer.