GAI-Tronics 10959-207 Manual

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GAI-Tronics Corporation 400 E. Wyomissing Ave. Mohnton, PA 19540 USA
610-777-1374 800-492-1212 Fax: [phone]
VISIT WWW.GAI-TRONICS.COM FOR PRODUCT LITERATURE AND MANUALS
GAI-TRONICS®CORPORATION
A HUBBELL COMPANY
Model 10959-207 and -208
Rack-Mount Audio Messenger Interfaces
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Confidentiality Notice.....................................................................................................................1
Product Overview............................................................................................................................1
Features....................................................................................................................................................1
Options.....................................................................................................................................................2
Configurations.........................................................................................................................................2
Alarms...................................................................................................................................................................2
Inputs/Outputs.......................................................................................................................................................2
Timed Events ........................................................................................................................................................2
Optional Telephone Operation..............................................................................................................................3
Page/Party®Operation ..........................................................................................................................................3
Optional ADVANCE Operation ...........................................................................................................................4
Optional Zone Operation ......................................................................................................................................4
Optional AMI Redundancy...................................................................................................................................4
Installation ......................................................................................................................................5
Field Wiring.............................................................................................................................................6
Digital Outputs......................................................................................................................................................6
Digital Inputs ........................................................................................................................................................7
Audio ....................................................................................................................................................................8
System...................................................................................................................................................................8
Ethernet.................................................................................................................................................................8
Power ....................................................................................................................................................................9
Optional PBX Connection ....................................................................................................................................9
Page/Party®...........................................................................................................................................................9
Settings and Adjustments..............................................................................................................10
Opening the Unit...................................................................................................................................10
Level Adjustments ................................................................................................................................11
Display Brightness..............................................................................................................................................11
Phone Line Levels ..............................................................................................................................................11
Party Line Levels ................................................................................................................................................11
Page Line Levels.................................................................................................................................................11
Jumper Settings.....................................................................................................................................11
600-Ohm Line Termination ................................................................................................................................11
AUDBUS1 Termination .....................................................................................................................................11
AUDBUS2 Termination .....................................................................................................................................11
Audio Contact Supervision .................................................................................................................................11
Date and Time Set Up...........................................................................................................................13

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Date Set Up.........................................................................................................................................................13
Time Set Up ........................................................................................................................................................13
Operation.......................................................................................................................................14
LCD Display at Initial Power Up.........................................................................................................14
LCD Display during Operation...........................................................................................................15
Push-Button Operation ........................................................................................................................16
Stop Message ......................................................................................................................................................16
Play Message ......................................................................................................................................................16
Firmware Update ................................................................................................................................................16
Reset AMI...........................................................................................................................................................16
Return .................................................................................................................................................................16
AMI Configuration Tool (ACT)...................................................................................................17
Overview................................................................................................................................................17
System Requirements ...........................................................................................................................17
Configurable Parameters.....................................................................................................................17
Fragments ...........................................................................................................................................................17
Messages.............................................................................................................................................................17
Inputs ..................................................................................................................................................................17
Outputs................................................................................................................................................................18
Event Scheduling ................................................................................................................................................18
Optional Telephone Interface..............................................................................................................................18
Page/Party®Interface ..........................................................................................................................................18
Optional Zone Groups.........................................................................................................................................18
CompactFlash®......................................................................................................................................19
Formatting...........................................................................................................................................................19
Card Installation..................................................................................................................................................19
Specifications ................................................................................................................................19
Replacement Parts................................................................................................................................20

PUB.42004-404F
GAI-Tronics Corporation 400 E. Wyomissing Ave. Mohnton, PA 19540 USA
610-777-1374 800-492-1212 Fax: [phone]
VISIT WWW.GAI-TRONICS.COM FOR PRODUCT LITERATURE AND MANUALS
GAI-TRONICS®CORPORATION
A HUBBELL COMPANY
Model 10959-207 and -208
Rack-Mount Audio Messenger Interfaces
Confidentiality Notice
This manual is provided solely as an operational, installation, and maintenance guide and contains
sensitive business and technical information that is confidential and proprietary to GAI-Tronics.
GAI-Tronics retains all intellectual property and other rights in or to the information contained herein,
and such information may only be used in connection with the operation of your GAI-Tronics product or
system. This manual may not be disclosed in any form, in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, to any
third party.
Product Overview
The GAI-Tronics Audio Messenger Interface (AMI) tone/speech generator broadcasts live pages,
telephone pages, pre-recorded alarm tones, pre-recorded speech messages, etc., for use in virtually any
application.
Figure 1. Rack-Mount Audio Messenger Interface
Features
Recorded alarm tones
Eight inputs and eight outputs upgradeable to
40 inputs and outputs
600-ohm, 1 Vrms audio output
CompactFlash®memory

AMI Configuration Tool (ACT) PC Software
Scheduled events
Day/Night modes
Live/recorded speech messages
Integration to Page/Party®systems

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Options
Telephone access
Integration to Page/Party®systems
Up to 40 general inputs and 40 general outputs
Routability to eight controlled audio zones
AMI redundancy for system reliability
Integration to ADVANCE systems
Table 1. Rack-Mount AMI Models and Accessories
Model Description
10959-207 AMI, Rack-Mount with Page/Party®Interface
10959-208 AMI Rack-Mount with Telephone Interface and Page/Party®Interface
12584-001 I/O Control Module Option
XDM002A Desktop Paging Microphone
10960-001 Zone Interface Module
10962-00x AMI Redundancy Controller
Configurations
Alarms
The ACT tool includes pre-recorded tones suitable for almost any application. The tones include typical
emergency tones (i.e., a siren, slow whoop, etc.) and signaling or process tones (i.e., a gong, steady tone,
etc.). All of the tones and speech messages broadcast by the AMI are stored in MP3 file format. For
applications where a required tone is not supplied, any tone recorded or stored in an MP3 file format can
be used with the AMI.
Inputs/Outputs
The AMI includes eight configurable inputs and outputs. Typically, the inputs are configured to activate
tones and/or speech messages, mute audio playback, or reset alarms. The outputs are typically used to
activate remote alarm systems, interface to automated process equipment or interface to paging system
equipment.
If the standard eight inputs and outputs are not sufficient for an application, an I/O Control Module can be
added to the system. The I/O control module includes 32 inputs and 32 digital outputs expanding the total
I/O to 40 each.
Timed Events
The AMI has the capability to perform several functions based on the time of day. With the ACT
software, events can be scheduled to occur at any interval (hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, etc.).

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Optional Telephone Operation
The Telephone Interface has multiple operational modes. The appropriate mode is configurable by the
AMI Configuration Tool software application.
The AMI can provide passcode-protected telephone access to the system. The AMI can be configured to
allow telephone access only if the correct Remote Access Security Code is entered. The remote access
code is used to prevent unwanted callers from directly accessing the system. If the system is configured
to use a security code, callers are required to enter the correct code to gain access to the system. Day and
Night modes can have different security codes.
The modes of operation are as follows:
Page/Party®- Delivers a live voice page (not pre-recorded) to the page line output. The party line is
held open following the page.
Record Page - Records a page, and delivers it to the page line output.
Mixed Mode - Records a page, delivers it to the page line output, and holds the party line open
following the page.
Live Page Mode - Delivers a live voice page (not pre-recorded) to the page line output. The party
line is not open following the page.
Ring Mode – Does not deliver a page, but instead plays a configured message on the page line to
signal the incoming call.
Manual/Disabled – The Telephone Interface does not automatically answer a phone call. However,
an input can be configured for “Manual Access” to allow an attendant to manually answer the phone,
and transfer calls to a party line.
The AMI can support two modes of operation: Day and Night Mode. The day and night modes can be
configured independently of each other.
As an example of the Day and Night modes, day mode may be configured to allow callers the ability of
paging and subsequent party line communications. The night mode may be configured to play a tone over
the paging system alerting personnel of an incoming call. In this mode, the call can be answered at any
Page/Party®station.
Page/Party®Operation
The Page/Party®operation allows for the AMI to play messages/alarms and connect phone calls to a
Page/Party®system.
The Page/Party®operation has the ability to generate the VLC tone during a message/alarm that gives
Page/Party®stations the information to change the volume of the message/alarm played.
When the AMI is interfaced to a Page/Party®system, the operation of the telephone interface is as
described above, and includes all page modes. The selection of a party line is hardwired in the system,
and cannot be changed by the caller or the AMI configuration.
In addition to the telephone operation described above, a user on the Page/Party®system can initiate a call
by using Party Hot Dial. When configured via the ACT tool, the AMI recognizes when a station goes off-
hook on the designated party line, and automatically dials the preprogrammed telephone number. When
the station goes on-hook, the call is terminated after the hang-up delay expires.

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Optional ADVANCE Operation
The Page/Party®operation allows for the AMI to play messages/alarms and connect phone calls to an
ADVANCE system.
When the AMI is interfaced to an ADVANCE system, the operation of the telephone interface is as
described above, and includes all page modes. The selection of a party line is hardwired in the
ADVANCE system, and cannot be changed by the caller or the AMI configuration.
Scheduled events and live pages can be played through the ADVANCE system to a specified zone group.
Zone groups are configured using the ACT tool. Configured zone groups can be assigned to individual
events, messages, or the AMI auxiliary microphone jack.
Refer to the required “Jumper Settings” section on page 11 when the AMI is used with an ADVANCE
system.
Optional Zone Operation
The optional Zone Interface Modules provide the capability for the AMI to route audio to eight
individually controlled zones. Each zone provides a 0 dBm/600-ohm output. Zones can be assigned to
zone groups via the ACT tool. A maximum of 60 zone groups may be created. Each zone group has a
unique description, and can consist of any combination of output zones. The ACT tool provides
configuration of zone groups, which can then be assigned to various events and messages. Via the remote
control function, the caller has the option of choosing the zone group destination prior to making a page.
Optional AMI Redundancy
The optional AMI Redundant Controller (ARC) provides the capability to increase system reliability by
using two AMI units, one as the primary and one as a backup. The ARC module(s) control which AMI is
active and which is backup.
During normal alarm operation, input contacts are applied simultaneously to both the active and back-up
AMIs. The ARC module(s) allow only the active generator to play the tone/speech message over the
system speakers. The backup AMI is held in standby mode to prevent audio mixing of the two AMI
tone/speech messages.
In the event of a failure of the active AMI, the backup AMI becomes active and plays its tone/speech
message over the system speakers.

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Installation
Power Disconnect. The power cord is the main power disconnect for all units.
Disjontion de l’alimentation. Le cordon d’alimentation est la disjonction d’alimentation principale tous les appareils.
Para Desconectar la Alimentación: El cable de alimentación es el medio principal de desconexión del equipo.
Netzanschluß. Wenn man das Netzkabel aus der Steckdose zieht, dann ist die Spannungszuführung zum Gerät vollkommen
unterbrochen.
CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
ATTENTION Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou
de section supérieure.
PRECAUCIÓN Para aminorar la posibilidad de incendios, utilice solamente cable de telecomunicaciones de calibre 26
(sistema AWG americano) o mayor.
VORSICHT Um die Brandgefahr zu verringern, verwenden Sie bitte nur Fernmeldekabel der Stärke Nr. 26 AWG oder
höher.
Model 10959-207 and –208 Rack-Mount AMI units can be placed on a table or desk, or can be mounted
in a standard EIA 19-inch electronic equipment rack. The 10959-207/8 AMI requires 1U (1.75 inches) in
a standard 19-inch rack. Install the mounting brackets with the eight 8–32 × 3/8-inch screws provided.
Mount the AMI into the rack using the four 10–32 × ¾-inch screws provided.
If the AMI is to be placed on a table or desk, install the five stabilizing feet and use the four #4
countersunk toothed washers when attaching the top to the base. These washers help to provide good
contact between the two to ensure adequate grounding.
Figure 2. AMI with feet for tabletop

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Field Wiring
Figure 3. Back of rack with connections labeled
Digital Outputs
The terminal block labeled DIGITAL OUTPUTS provides eight digital common ground outputs. The
outputs are open collector active low. The controlled circuit must use the same voltage used to power the
AMI. The ground or dc common terminals for the controlled circuits must be tied to GND on the
terminal block.

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Table 2. Digital Output Assignment
Metalwork
Label Internal Terminal Pin-Out Function or ACT Description
GND TB1-1 Ground or dc common
1 TB1-2 Output 1
2 TB1-3 Output 2
3 TB1-4 Output 3
4 TB1-5 Output 4
5 TB1-6 Output 5
6 TB1-7 Output 6
7 TB1-8 Output 7
8 TB1-9 Output 8
GND TB1-10 Ground or dc common
Digital Inputs
The terminal block labeled DIGITAL INPUTS provides eight digital common ground inputs. The input
contacts may be any combination of momentary (pulsed) switches and maintained (latched) switches.
They can be either normally open or closed dry contacts rated at 5 mA or better. The ground or dc
common terminals for the controlled circuits must be tied to GND on the terminal block.
For the inputs to operate reliably, the cable loop resistance connecting the relay/switch contact closures
cannot exceed 200 ohms.
Table 3. Digital Input Assignment
Metalwork
Label Internal Terminal Pin-Out Function or ACT Description
GND TB2-1 Ground or dc common
1 TB2-2 Input 1
2 TB2-3 Input 2
3 TB2-4 Input 3
4 TB2-5 Input 4
5 TB2-6 Input 5
6 TB2-7 Input 6
7 TB2-8 Input 7
8 TB2-9 Input 8
GND TB2-10 Ground or dc common

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Audio
The terminal block labeled AUDIO provides connections for audio inputs and outputs, and for local
RS-485 data connections. Audio connections to a public address amplifier require shielded pair
conductors. Local Data connections are used with the I/O control module and/or Zone Interface Module.
Table 4. Audio Assignment
Metalwork
Label Internal Terminal Pin-Out Function or ACT Description
600 ohm L1 TB3-1 Page output audio to public address amplifier,
ADVANCE or Zone Interface module audio
600 ohm L2 TB3-2
AUDBUS2 L1 TB3-3 Internal audio bus and ADVANCE, ARC, or party
audio from AMI
AUDBUS2 L2 TB3-4
AUDBUS1 L1 TB3-5 Internal audio bus and ADVANCE party audio to
AMI
AUDBUS1 L2 TB3-6
PGND TB3-7 Power supply ground
RS485 INT GND TB3-8 No connection
RS485 INT −TB3-9 Data connection for I/O control module
RS485 INT + TB3-10
System
The terminal block labeled SYSTEM provides connection for system applications such system reboot,
fault indicator and external data communications.
Table 5. System Assignment
Metalwork
Label Internal Terminal Pin-Out Function or ACT Description
EXT DATA GND TB4-1 No connection
EXT DATA−TB4-2 Data connection for ADVANCE or external CPU
control
EXT DATA+ TB4-3
FLT TB4-4 Active high signal representing a fault with AMI
REBOOT TB4-5 Momentary active low signal to reboot AMI
GND TB4-6 Ground reference for FLT and REBOOT.
AUD ACT 1 TB4-7 Isolated SSR. Closed during AMI page.
On resistance = 30 ohms
AUD ACT 2 TB4-8
Ethernet
The Ethernet connector is reserved for future implementation.

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Power
The terminal block labeled CLASS 212 –24 VDC provides power connection for the AMI.
Table 6. Power Assignment
Metalwork
Label Internal Terminal Pin-Out Function or ACT Description
+ TB6-1 Positive terminal of external power supply
(Black wire with white stripe from power supply)
−TB6-2 Negative terminal of external power supply
(Solid black wire from power supply)
GND TB6-3 Frame ground
Optional PBX Connection
The connector labeled PBX provides connection to a standard PBX analog station port.
Page/Party®
The connector labeled PAGE/PARTY provides connection to a Page/Party®system.
Table 7. Page/Party®Assignment
Metalwork
Label Internal Terminal Pin-Out Function or ACT Description
Party L1 P1-1 The 33-ohm line interface to GAI-Tronics party line.
Internal 33-ohm termination.
Party L2 P1-2
Page L1 P1-3 The 33-ohm line interface to GAI-Tronics page line.
External 33-ohm termination required.
Page L2 P1-4
NOTE:Pin 1 on this connector is on the right side.

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Settings and Adjustments
Opening the Unit
If installed in a card rack, remove the four 10-32 ¾-inch screws holding the unit in the rack and pull the
unit out. Remove the four screws and remove the AMI cover.
Figure 4. Model 10959-208 AMI without cover (all boards installed).

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Level Adjustments
Display Brightness
R237 on the Main PCBA adjusts the brightness of the LCD display on the front of the assembly.
Phone Line Levels
On the optional Telephone Interface PCBA two potentiometers adjust phone audio levels. The Receiver
Volume potentiometer, R36, adjusts the volume level from the telephone line. The Transmit Volume
Potentiometer, R1, adjusts the volume to the telephone line.
Party Line Levels
On the Page/Party®Interface PCBA two potentiometers adjust party line audio levels. The Party Volume
potentiometer, R66, adjusts the volume level to the party line. The Party Sidetone Potentiometer, R30,
adjusts sidetone level from the party line.
Page Line Levels
On the Page/Party®Interface PCBA two potentiometers adjust page line audio levels. The Page Volume
potentiometer, R39, adjusts the volume level to the page line. The Page Monitor potentiometer, R69,
adjusts monitor level of audio activity on the page line.
Jumper Settings
600-Ohm Line Termination
The unit can terminate the 600-ohm line with 600 ohms for impedance matching. P5 on the termination
board in position 1-2 terminates the line to 600 ohms. P5 in position 2-3 (default) does not terminate the
line.
AUDBUS1 Termination
The unit can terminate the AUDBUS1 with 600 ohms for impedance matching. P1 on the termination
board in position 1-2 terminates the line to 600 ohms. P1 in position 2-3 (default) does not terminate the
line.
AUDBUS2 Termination
The unit can terminate the AUDBUS2 with 600 ohms for impedance matching. P6 on the termination
board in position 1-2 terminates the line to 600 ohms. P6 in position 2-3 (default) does not terminate the
line.
Audio Contact Supervision
The unit can configure the audio contact (AUD ACT) to an unsupervised or a supervised contact. P11 on
the termination board in position 1-2 configures the audio contact to a supervised for use with an
ADVANCE cabinet. P11 in the position 2-3 (default) configures the audio contact to an isolated SSR
contact.

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Table 8. Termination PCBA Jumper Functions
Jumper Output Position Function
P1 TB3-5, 6
Audio bus 1
1-2 600-ohm resistor connected (ADVANCE position)
2-3 Default: unterminated
P5 TB3-1, 2
600 ohms
1-2 600-ohm resistor connected (ADVANCE position)
2-3 Default: unterminated
P6 TB3-3, 4
Audio bus 2
1-2 600-ohm resistor connected (ADVANCE position)
2-3 Default: unterminated
P11 TB4-7, 8
Audio contact
1-2 Supervision resistor network, 4.7k in series, 15k in parallel
(ADVANCE position)
2-3 Default: unsupervised
Figure 5. Termination PCBA

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Date and Time Set Up
Date Set Up
Push buttons on the front of the unit allows for date set up. Complete the following procedure to set the
date. Refer to Figure 6 below.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the DATE: display.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the DATE set up.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm choice.
Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired day.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the month.
Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired month.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the year.
Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired year.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to accept the DATE setting.
Time Set Up
Push buttons on the front of the unit allows for date set up. Complete the following procedure to set the
date.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the TIME: display.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the TIME set up.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm choice.
Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired hour.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the minute.
Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired minute.
Figure 6. Front View of AMI

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Operation
Once the CompactFlash®is programmed and installed into the unit, the unit operates based on system
inputs and outputs or by manual operation from the front of the rack-mount unit.
LCD Display at Initial Power Up
At initial power up, the AMI unit completes a self-diagnostic of its settings. The LCD display cycles
through the following messages:
AMI firmware version
Boot DSP
Media detected
EEPROM firmware version
DSP firmware version
Progress bar/LOAD CONFIG
Configuration version
Configuration date and time
Configuration file name
HIO (I/O control module) board firmware version or “HIO not installed.”
ASM (Zone Interface Module) board firmware version or “ASM not installed.”
Page/Party®board firmware version
AMI Main board firmware version
Telephone Interface Mode (if telephone interface installed)
Telephone Interface Board firmware version or “Telephone Interface not installed.”
Telephone Interface Greeting file name (if recording a new greeting)
AMI ready
Time, page symbol/date

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LCD Display during Operation
The LCD uses various symbols to indicate AMI activity.
The VU meter indicates the volume of a page playing.
Mute indicates the page audio is muted.
Progress bar indicates remaining time for the party line connection timeout.
Telephone handset indicates the AMI unit is being accessed via a telephone connection.
Microphone indicates a page from the auxiliary jack.
Off hook indicates that a digital input designated as party line off hook is active.
Right/left arrows indicate transmit and receive activity on the auxiliary jack or external RS-485.
Text display (scrolling) displays current system status, such as the name of the current message
playing, telephone connection status, and party connection status.
Rotating slash, when visible, indicates the AMI has a lower priority message pending, ready to be
played.
MIN
MAX
MAX
MIN
MID

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Push-Button Operation
The front panel push buttons allow for various control features including, Play a Message, Stop a
message, and Firmware Update.
Stop Message
This function halts the currently playing message. The button sequence is used:
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the Stop: item.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm the selection.
Play Message
This menu item is selected to play a specific message. Messages are grouped by priority (1 through 7).
This button sequence allows the user to select a message to be played from a specific priority group:
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the Play: item.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the Play: item.
Press <SELECT>, PB3 to scroll to the message.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to play the selected message.
Firmware Update
This menu item provides the means for updating the firmware of the AMI main board. This button
sequence is used:
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll the menu to the Firmware Update: item.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the Firmware Update: item.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm the selection.
Reset AMI
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.
Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll the menu to the System Reboot: item.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the System Reboot: item.
Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm the selection.
Return
Selecting this menu item returns the system to normal operation mode.
<ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system
<SELECT>, PB3, to scroll the menu to the Return item
<ENTER>, PB4, to select the Return menu item and return to normal operating mode.

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AMI Configuration Tool (ACT)
Overview
The Audio Messenger Interface Configuration Tool (ACT) software is used to define and change
configurations for the Audio Messenger Interface (AMI), and is included with all models of AMI. To
retrieve configurations and play audio messages, the AMI accesses a CompactFlash®card. Each AMI is
shipped with a CompactFlash®card pre-programmed with the AMI Factory Default configuration.
Please refer to the online help for specific instructions.
System Requirements
The ACT software must be installed on a Windows PC (Windows 98 SE/XP/2000) equipped with a USB
port. A reader/writer capable of programming CompactFlash®memory cards must be connected to the
USB port. The CompactFlash®reader/writer is not included with the AMI.
Configurable Parameters
Fragments
All tones and voice messages are digitally recorded and stored on the CompactFlash®card as MP3 files.
Messages
Each message is a collection of fragments. The content of each message must be defined by selecting the
fragment(s) to be incorporated into the message. Other message parameters include:
Message title
Priority
Volume
Play mode and repeat interval
Inputs
Each input circuit must be enabled or disabled. If enabled, it must be programmed with several
parameters such as:
Title containing a brief text description of the input and its use
The type of switch contact being used to activate the input (normally open, closed)
The action of the switch (maintained, momentary, toggle on/off)
Function of the input (activate a message, reboot, mute, etc.)

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Outputs
Each output circuit must be enabled or disabled. If enabled, it must be programmed with several
parameters such as:
Title, which contains a brief text description of the output and its use
Mode of operation when active (maintained, flash, momentary, flicker)
Activation assignment from an input or scheduled event
Event Scheduling
Using the event-scheduling feature, messages can be set up to automatically play at certain dates and
times. When scheduling events several parameters must be set:
Start and stop times
Start and stop dates
Event duration and intervals
Optional Telephone Interface
If using the telephone interface, several parameters must be set:
The number of rings before answer
Paging mode (live or recorded)
Page delay, if recorded
Maximum page duration
Selection of a greeting message to be played to the caller
Selection of a pre-announcement tone to be played to the PA system
Page/Party®Interface
The following parameters can be set for the Page/Party®Interface:
VLC activation
Party Hot Dial
Optional Zone Groups
Zone groups are configured with a unique description, and assigned any combination of the eight
available output zones.