Factor V-RVC-PRO User manual

V-RVC-PRO
Owners Manual
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IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS OWNER'S MANUAL IS PROVIDED AS AN
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING AID. FACTOR ELECTRONICS DOES NOT
ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY AS TO ITS ACCURACY AND SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE IN TORT OR CONTRACT FOR ANY DIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING FROM THE INSTALLATION, USE OR
INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO WATER, RAIN OR MOISTURE. THIS APPLIANCE
SHOULD NOT DAMPENED BY WATER DROPS OR SPLASHING. CONTAINERS OF
LIQUID SUCH AS VASES SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPLIANCE.
Immed ately upon rece pt, nspect the un t and sh pp ng conta ner for nd cat ons of mproper
handl ng or n-trans t damage. Th s equ pment was carefully nspected and tested before
leav ng the factory. Not fy the Transportat on Company, Wholesaler or Reta ler mmed ately f
any damage s found. Be sure to save the carton and pack ng mater al as ev dence of damage
for later nspect on. DO NOT SHIP the un t back to the factory unless author zed to do so by the
factory. IN TRANSIT DAMAGES ARE NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. DO NOT INSTALL OR
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS UNIT IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Read and keep these nstruct ons.
• Heed all warn ngs and follow all nstruct ons conta ned w th n th s manual.
• Do not use th s un t near water.
• Clean only w th dry cloth.
• Do not block any vent lat on open ngs. Install n accordance w th the manufacturer’s
nstruct ons.
• Do not nstall near any heat sources such as rad ators, heat reg sters, stoves, or other
apparatus ( nclud ng amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar zed or ground ng-type plug. A polar zed plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from be ng walked on or p nched part cularly at plugs, conven ence
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessor es spec f ed by the manufacturer.
• Unplug th s apparatus dur ng l ghtn ng storms or when unused for long per ods of t me.
• Refer all serv c ng to qual f ed serv ce personnel. Serv c ng s requ red when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or ob ects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Operate the product only w th the voltage spec f ed on the un t. F re and/or electr c shock
may result f a higher voltage is used.
• Do not mod fy, k nk, or cut the power cord. Do not place the power cord n close prox m ty to
heaters and do not place heavy ob ects on the power cord and/or the product itself, doing so
may result in fire or electrical shock.
• Replace the protect ve cover over the speaker term nals after nstallat on. Do not touch the
70V speaker terminals as electric shock may result.
• Ensure that the safety ground term nal s connected to a proper ground. Never connect the
ground to a gas pipe, as a severe explosion and/or fire may result.
• Be sure the nstallat on of th s product s stable, avo d slanted surfaces as the product may
fall and cause in ury, property damage, electrocution and/or fire.
• Note when the un t s turned off t s not completely d sconnected from the wall AC power
outlet. Do not open the cover unless the device is unplugged from the wall AC power outlet.
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Introduction
Congratulat ons and thank you for purchas ng a Factor Electron cs product. The
Factor Electron cs V-RVC-PRO s an n-wall m crophone and l ne level preampl f er
w th separate volume controls for the nputs and a master volume control. The
master volume control prov des remote volume control of all factor Electron cs V-
Ser es commerc al ampl f ers.
The V-RVC-PRO allows Factor Electron cs ampl f ers to be expanded to su t the
customers needs. The V-RVC s very easy to nstall and operate. Please read th s
ent re manual to get the most from your V-RVC-PRO.
Unpacking
The V-RVC-PRO ncludes the follow ng parts:
1 x V-RVC-PRO n-wall m c/l ne preamp
2 x Male RJ45 cr mp on connectors
4 x Ph l ps mount ng Screws
2 x Keys
1 x V-RVC-PRO manual
Installati n Using Fact r Electr nics Amplifiers
The V-RVC-PRO can be connected to any Factor Electron cs ampl f er by
connect ng a cat5e or cat6 cable to the V-RVC RJ45 output jack, then connect ng
the cat5e or cat6 cable to the V-RVC nput prov ded on the back panel of all
Factor Electron cs V-Ser es commerc al ampl f ers. Then connect the V-RVC
pr or ty contacts to the remote mute contacts on the ampl f er us ng a two
conductor w re.
Diagram A
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Note: Set the priority
switch to ON / own
position.
Cat5/6 Out 1
Connect the priority
contacts on the V-RVC-
PRO to the remote mute
contacts on the amplifier
using a two conductor
wire

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Installation and wiring
The V-RVC-PRO should be wired using good quality Cat5e or Cat6 cable. It is recommended to
Use TIA/EIA 568A cable wiring techniques. It is recommended to use shielded Cat5/6 cable
with cable runs over 100 feet in length or when connecting multiple V-RVC-PRO units. Shielded
cable is not mandatory however it may be necessary if EMI or RF interference is present at the
installation site. The V-RVC-PRO includes two RJ45 crimp-on connectors. Use a good quality RJ45
crimping tool to complete the connections.
Diagram B
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TIA/EIA 568A Wiring
Up to three V-RVC-PRO units can be daisy chained on one Cat5/6 wire and connected to one
Factor Electronics amplifier.
Diagram C

Installation Using The V RVC PRO and X Music iPod Dock
The X-Music in-wall iPod dock can be used in combination with up to two Factor Electronics
V-RVC-PRO in-wall mic/line pre-amplifiers. Connect the RJ45 output of the X-Music to the RJ45
input of the V-RVC-PRO. Then connect the RJ45 output of the V-RVC-PRO to the RJ45 input of
the second V-RVC-PRO. Now connect the RJ45 output of the last V-RVC-PRO to the V-RVC input
of the Factor Electronics amplifier.
Diagram D X-Music Side View
Power In
RJ45 Out
Connect The Cat5e To Any Factor Electronics Amplifier V-RVC Input
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IN1
OUT1
IN2
OUT2
Set this switch
to MONO

Using The V RVC PRO With Other Amplifiers (requires the optional V RVC RJ45)
The V-RVC-PRO or multiple V-RVC-PRO units can be connected to any amplifier, mixer,
pre-amplifier or receiver using the optional V-RVC-RJ45 which converts the cat5/6 cable
and RJ45 jack to individual outputs. The V-RVC-RJ45 includes a power supply with enough
current to power up to three V-RVC-PRO units. Cable runs from the V-RVC-PRO to the
amplifier can be made two ways.
1. Cat5/6 cable run from the V-RVC-PRO back to the amplifier and terminate at the V-RVC-RJ45.
We recommend Cat5/6 cable runs of 100' max and shielded Cat5/6 runs of 200-300' max.
2. Cat5/6 short cable run to the V-RVC-RJ45 then run a balanced 2 conductor 22/24awg
shielded cable and terminate at the amplifier. Using this method runs of 500' + will be
achievable.
Diagram E
1
Cat5/6 100'
Shielded Cat5/6 200'
Balanced Connection
Pin 1+ to Pin 2
Pin 2- to Pin 3
Pin 3G to Pin 1
XLR
2
Short Cat5/6
shielded 2 conductor 22/24awg
XLR
shielded 2 conductor 22/24awg
Balanced Connection
Pin 1+ to Pin 2
Pin 2- to Pin 3
Pin 3G to Pin 1
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500'

Front Panel Controls and Connections
Diagram F
1. Mic, adjusts the
volume of the mic
input.
3.Master, adjusts the
master volume of the
amplifier.
2.Line, adjusts the
volume of the line inputs
(RCA jacks and the 3.5mm
stereo jack)
5. Priority, allows the
V RVC PRO to override
Other sources connected
to the amplifier.
6.Connect iPod's, MP3 Players
or computers here.
7.Connect microphones
here. The V RVC PRO
COMBO mic jack accepts
XLR or 1/4” phone jacks.
Back Panel Controls and Connections
Diagram G
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OUT IN
RJ45 RJ45
1. Four selectable Dip switches
RVC remote volume control
100Hz cut
15db pad
24V phantom power
See detailed explanations
on the next page.
5.RJ45 Out1
Connect this to another V RVC PRO
input in a daisy chain or to the
V RVC input of the amplifier.
2.VOX sensitivity
adjustment.
3.RJ45 IN
Connect this to the OUT of
another V RVC PRO in a daisy chain
or from the output of an X Music
in wall iPod dock.
4. Priority contacts.
connect this to the
remote mute on the
amplifier using a two
conductor wire.
6.Connect mixers, CD
players or other audio
sources with RCA
outputs here.
4. Latching MUTE switch.
Use this when connecting or
disconnecting sources.
Prevents loud pops and other
noises that can damage your
speakers

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Back Panel Controls and Connections
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MIC PHT- This applies 24V DC phantom power to pin 2 + and pin 3 – of the
XLR microphone input. hantom power is used to power condenser
microphones such as podium microphones, choir microphones and some
stage/studio microphones. Dynamic microphones do not require phantom
power to operate. Always consult the microphone manual or manufacturer to
determine the correct setting for the microphone used.
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-15dB – Set this dipswitch to ON when using MIC HT and connecting a
condenser microphone. Condenser microphones provide a higher output level
that may overload the microphone pre-amp. The -15dB switch reduces the
microphone input level by 15dB to avoid overload.
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100Hz CUT Set this dipswitch to ON for microphones that will be used for
speech or presentations. This will cut low frequencies below 100Hz at 18dB
per octave. This is useful for removing unwanted low frequency noise caused
from handling the microphone or rumbles caused by sound transferring from
the floor to the mic stand and then to the microphone.
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RVC Set this dip switch to ON when using a single V-RVC with a Factor
Electronics amplifier. This switch enables the remote master volume control
feature of the V-RVC. When using multiple V-RVC's on a single amplifier you
must designate one V-RVC to be the master volume controller by setting the
switch to ON. All other V-RVC's must have this dipswitch set to OFF. If more
than one RVC is set to ON it will be impossible to control the master volume
of the amplifier. NOTE: To effectively control the master volume of the
amplifier from the V-RVC set the amplifier master volume to 75% or 2/3rds
full volume and control the overall level from the V-RVC. If the amplifier
master volume is set to OFF there will be no sound. Also if the amplifier
master volume is set too low the V-RVC will not be able to increase the
volume beyond the level that is set on the amplifier. The RVC acts like a
remote attenuator.
1.
2. OUT 1- The V-RVC OUT1 is the main output of the preamplifier.
Connect this to the V-RVC input on the back panel of any Factor
Electronics amplifier. It is also possible to daisy chain up to three
V-RVC pre-amplifiers to one amplifier by connecting the OUT1
to the IN1 on subsequent V-RVC pre-amplifiers in the daisy chain.
3. VOX SENS- The V-RVC can automatically override other signals present
the amplifier. Set the priority dip-switch on the back panel of the amplifier
to on. Now the V-RVC will automatically override other signals. It may be
necessary to adjust the sensitivity of the override circuit. Turn the vox sens
screw clockwise to increase the sensitivity and counter clockwise to decrease
the sensitivity.
4. IN 1- The V-RVC IN1 is the input for other V-RVC pre-amplifiers
in a daisy chain or an X-Music in-wall iPod dock .
Connect this to the V-RVC OUT1 on the back panel of other V-RVC
pre-amplifiers.
OFF

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Back Panel Controls /Connections & Specifications
5. PRIORITY- The V-RVC-PRO provides a latching contact switch which can be
used to provide constant override of other signals present in the amplifier.
Connect the priority contact to the remote mute contacts on any Factor
Electronics amplifier. Once the connections are made pressing the priority
switch IN will allow the V-RVC-PRO to be the only source broadcast in the amplifier.
Example: This is common in golf courses, restaurants, and hotels where there
may be background music played in the building. Install the V-RVC-PRO in a
meeting room and press the priority switch. Now the common area background
music will be overridden by the V-RVC-PRO. Plug a microphone into the V-RVC-PRO
and presentations can be made in the meeting room which will not be heard in
the common areas of the building. Once the meeting is over, press the priority
switch out and the common area background music will be broadcast.
Frequency Response 20Hz – 20 kHz
Signal-Noise Ratio Microphone 70dB
Signal-Noise Ratio Line 80dB
Power Requirements 24V C
imensions Imperial W 2.75” x H 5.9” x 1.96”
imensions Metric W 115.5mm x H 114.5mm x
45mm
Shipping Weight 3lb - 1.36kg
Warranty 3 Years
Specifications
In an effort to provide our customers with the latest advancements in technology, Factor Electronics
Specifications are subject to change from time to time without notice.
Contact Information
Factor Electronics
#108, 19232 Enterprise Way, Surrey B.C. Canada V3S-6J9
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Website: www.factorelectronics.com
Warranty
Factor Electronics products (V-RVC-PRO and accessories) are warranted to be free from defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of (3) years without charge for parts or labor.
This warranty applies only to the original owner. The owners responsibilities are to provide proof
of purchase and transportation to the dealer the unit was purchased from or transportation to Factor
Electronics. This warranty does not apply to units that have been subject to misuse, abuse, neglect
or improper installation, and does not apply to repairs or alterations made by unauthorized persons.
This warranty specifically excludes responsibility for consequential damage. Retention of your
original bill of sale is required to obtain service under the terms of this warranty.