Hubbell GAI-TRONICS 10959-001 User manual

Pub.: 42004-344i
GAI-Tronics Corporation P.O. Box 1060, Reading, PA 19607-1060 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
Wall-Mount Audio Messenger Interface
Models 10959-001, -002, -003, and -004
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................1
Product Overview ...................................................................................................................................1
Features and Functions ..........................................................................................................................1
Model Chart..........................................................................................................................................................5
Specifications...........................................................................................................................................6
Installation ......................................................................................................................................7
Mounting..................................................................................................................................................8
Wiring ......................................................................................................................................................8
TB1 - Digital Output Connections........................................................................................................................9
TB2 - Digital Input Connections.........................................................................................................................10
TB3 - Audio Output and Data Connections.......................................................................................................11
TB4 - Reboot and Fault Output .........................................................................................................................12
TB5 - Auxiliary Audio........................................................................................................................................13
TB6 - Power Connections...................................................................................................................................14
Telephone Line Connection................................................................................................................................14
Page/Party®System Connections........................................................................................................................15
Setup..............................................................................................................................................17
Preparation............................................................................................................................................17
Setting the Date and Time....................................................................................................................18
Initiating a Page ....................................................................................................................................18
Verifying Telephone-to-Page/Party®Operation ................................................................................19
Operation.......................................................................................................................................20
LCD Display and Push-button Operation..........................................................................................20
Working with SmartMedia®................................................................................................................24
SmartMedia®Memory Card Installation ............................................................................................................24
Saving Configurations to a SmartMedia® Card...................................................................................................24
SmartMedia® Card Formatting............................................................................................................................24
Overview of the AMI Configuration Tool (ACT) ..............................................................................25
Remote Commands...............................................................................................................................26
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................27
Description of Major Components......................................................................................................27
Internal Components...........................................................................................................................................27

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Internal Cable Connections.................................................................................................................................28
External Components..........................................................................................................................................29
SmartMedia®Card Slot.......................................................................................................................................29
LCD Display.......................................................................................................................................................29
Replacement Parts................................................................................................................................29
Confidentiality Notice...................................................................................................................29

42004-344I
GAI-Tronics Corporation P.O. Box 1060, Reading, PA 19607-1060 USA
610-777-1374 800-492-1212 Fax: [phone]
VISIT WWW.GAI-TRONICS.COM FOR PRODUCT LITERATURE AND MANUALS
Wall-Mount Audio Messenger Interface
Models 10959-001, -002, -003, and -004
Getting Started
Product Overview
Thank you for your purchase of the GAI-Tronics Audio Messenger Interface. The 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. For application examples, please
see the “Application Notes” on the AMI Configuration Tool CD.
Prior to installation of the AMI, we recommend you read the entire manual and inspect the contents of the
package to ensure the following are included:
•Audio Messenger Interface (See model chart on page 5.)
•SmartMedia®memory card
•AMI Configuration Tool (ACT) CD
•Product Evaluation Card – Please fill out and return at your earliest convenience
Features and Functions
The Audio Messenger Interface (AMI) is a tone/speech generator that can be tailored to broadcast
tones/speech messages for many applications. The following is a sample of the included and optional
features:
•AMI Configuration Tool Software,
complete with:
-Pre-recorded alarm tones
-Pre-recorded speech messages
•8 inputs/outputs plus expansion option
•Real-time clock
•Option to route audio to 8 individually
controlled zones
•Scheduled events
•Live speech messages
•Telephone access with built-in feedback eliminator
•Secure telephone access
•Integration to Page/Party®systems
•Day/Night modes
•Integration to ADVANCE systems
•VLC Activation
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 SmartMedia®card. Each AMI is
shipped with a SmartMedia®card pre-programmed with the AMI Factory Default configuration.
Using the ACT software, custom configurations are created. After a custom configuration is created, it
must be saved to the local hard drive (typically in the <drive>:\Program Files\AMI Configuration
Tool\AMI Configs folder). After the configuration is saved to the hard drive, it must be moved or copied
to the SmartMedia®card using Windows Explorer.
NOTE: Custom configurations cannot be saved directly to a SmartMedia®card.

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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 needed tone is not supplied, any tone recorded or stored in an MP3 file format can be
used with the AMI. Using the ACT software, any MP3 audio file can be configured for use with the
AMI.
Additionally, because all audio is in MP3 format, custom speech messages can be recorded and
configured for use with the AMI. Using commercially available audio editing software, custom
fragments can be recorded onto the PC and stored in MP3 format. For example, to play a speech message
and alarm tone simultaneously, the speech can be recorded on the right channel and the tone on the left
channel. When broadcast by the AMI, the result will be a speech-over-tone message.
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 SmartMedia®memory cards must be connected to the
USB port. The SmartMedia®reader/writer is not included with the AMI.
The AMI includes eight configurable inputs and outputs. Typically, the inputs are configured to activate
alarm/process tones and/or pre-recorded speech messages, mute audio playback, and reset alarms. The
outputs are typically used to activate remote alarm systems, interface to automated processes, interface to
paging system equipment, etc.
If the standard eight inputs are not sufficient for an application, the AMI can support the addition of one
Model 12584-001 I/O Control Module. The I/O control module includes 32 inputs and 32 digital outputs
expanding the total I/O to 40 each.
The “Real Time Clock” provides the AMI the capability to broadcast any recorded audio, activate any
output, etc., based on the time of day. With the ACT software, scheduled events can be set up to occur at
any interval (hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, etc.).
To provide the system with the capability of broadcasting live speech messages, the AMI includes a
connection for an external push-to-talk (PTT) microphone. The microphone input can be configured to
have any level of priority. For example, the live speech pages can be configured to perform emergency
pages by assigning the microphone input to the highest priority level of “0” (zero).
AMIs equipped with the optional 69501-xxx Telephone Interface provide the ability to perform live
speech pages from a telephone. For this feature to function, the AMI must be connected to an analog
station port of a PBX type telephone system, or directly to a Central Office telephone line on the public
switched telephone network (PSTN). See the Specifications section for telephone line requirements.
With telephone paging, acoustical feedback, or howling, is a common problem. To prevent feedback, the
AMI includes a built-in feedback eliminator. If the system is configured to use the feedback eliminator,
incoming telephone pages are recorded and stored until the telephone connection is terminated. After the
telephone connection is terminated, the AMI broadcasts the page. The delay between the recording and
the playback of the page eliminates any possibility of feedback.

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The telephone interface has multiple operational modes. The appropriate mode is configurable by the
AMI Configuration Tool software application. Not all modes are available to all models of AMI.
Page/Party®, Mixed, and Manual/Disable modes are available for wall-mount AMI units equipped with
33-ohm Page/Party®Interface card. 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 provide secure telephone access to the system. Using the ACT software, 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 Model 10959-001 and 10959-003 each includes a Page/Party®system Interface card. This interface
card provides the capability to broadcast any audio generated by the AMI on a GAI-Tronics Page/Party®
system. When coupled with a telephone interface card, the Page/Party®card provides telephone callers
access to full-duplex party line communications.
In the event that a Page/Party® user does not answer the page within a reasonable amount of time, the
Telephone Interface provides a re-page feature. If the caller enters a DTMF “#” while waiting for a party
to answer, the system prompts the caller to make another page. For example, if the original party is not
available to answer the page, the caller has the option to re-page another person.
The AMI supports two modes of operation: Day and Night Mode. The day and night modes are
configured independently of each other. See the ACT on-line help for more details regarding configuring
day and night modes.
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.
With an AMI that includes both a telephone interface and a Model 10960 Series option with the amplifier
steering module, a telephone caller can direct a page to a specific zone or zones. Please see the Remote
Commands section of this manual for more details.
Additionally, on wall-mount AMI models that include the 33-ohm Page/Party®Interface card, the AMI
can be configured to allow a telephone caller to direct the telephone call to a specific party line. Please
see the Remote Commands section of this manual for more details.

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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.
The optional 10960-001 Zone Interface Module provides 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 can 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. Please refer to the Remote Commands section of this manual.
The AMI Page/Party®Interface card is equipped with circuitry to activate GAI-Tronics’ VLC devices.
VLC receivers can be purchased as add-on units for the 700 Series amplifiers. The VLC can override
volume control settings, ensuring that the alarm is heard in all areas, regardless of the volume control
adjustment of individual amplifiers. VLC transmitter activation can be programmed for any or all of the
alarm inputs. This feature allows only the specified, higher priority alarms to override all volume control
settings, while lower priority tones do not.

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The AMI is available in two enclosures, one for wall-mount installations and one for rack-mount
installations. Refer to the Model Chart below for the available models and options.
Model Chart
Model Description
10959-001 AMI Wall-Mount Tone/Speech Generator, 33-ohm Page/Party®Interface
10959-002 AMI Wall-Mount Tone/Speech Generator, 600-ohm Interface
10959-003 AMI Wall-Mount Tone/Speech Generator, Telephone Interface, 33-ohm Page/Party®Interface
10959-004 AMI Wall-Mount Tone/Speech Generator, Telephone Interface, 600-ohm Interface
10960-001 Zone Interface Module including the Amplifier Steering Module
The wall-mount AMI includes a front panel status display. The user controls, audio accessory jack, and
memory card access slot are all internal to the enclosure.
USC
LISTED
Figure 1. Wall-mount Audio Messenger Interface

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Specifications
Power Supply Requirements
Connection to a 12 to 24 V dc (UL-listed) Class 2 power source........................................ 1 amp minimum
Power consumed.............................................................................................................. 10 watts maximum
Mechanical
Enclosure material ..................................................................High-impact, glass-reinforced polyester, gray
Mounting.......................................................................................Wall mounting; four 0.28 mounting holes
Connections .......................................................................................Four drill spots for location of conduit
Dimensions ....................................................... 13.00 H ×9.25 W ×4.00 D inches; (330 ×235 ×102 mm)
Weight.................................................................................................................................... 5 lbs. (2.27 kg)
Environmental
Temperature range...................................................................................+32º F to +122º F (0º C to +50º C)
Approvals
Safety of Information Technology Equipment ......UL 60950, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-00, IEC 60950
FCC Information
Complies with CFR47, Part 15...........................................................................................................Class A
FCC Registration Number ........................................................................................ US: ADGOT01B46055
Ringer Equivalence (REN) ..................................................................................................................... 0.1B
Telephone Network Interface...........................................................Telephone Central Office Line or PBX,
(USOC) RJ11 jack, using 2-wire loop start (bridged ringing) circuit
IC Information (Canada)
IC Certification Number ................................................................................................................ 82211853
Ringer Equivalence Number................................................................................................................... 0.1B
Connecting method..........................................................................Telephone Central Office Line or PBX,
(CA11A) using 2-wire loop start (bridged ringing) circuit
AMI Main PCBA
Speech capacity.............................................................Up to 120 minutes with 128 MB SmartMedia®card
Audio output level...................................................................................Nominal 1 VRMS into 600-ohm load
Auxiliary outputs ...............................................................Sink 100 mA max. per output to circuit common
and pulled up to the power input voltage
Memory.................................................................................................SmartMedia®memory card, 128 Mb

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Telephone Interface Main PCBA
Inputs ..........................Telephone line audio from SPRLM-3 Module, below –40 dBm to –10 dBm typical
Audio from AMI Main PCBA—voice level, 1 VRMS max.
Outputs.................................................................................................Audio to telephone line, 1 VRMS max.
Audio to AMI PCBA, 1 VRMS max.
Controls......................................................................................................................S1: data address switch
R120: audio level from telephone line
R122: audio level to telephone line
Network signaling.......................................................................(via Registered SPRLM-3 Module) DTMF
Supervision ..................................... Telephone line battery wink or polarity reversal or audio silence timer
Minimum required loop current........................................................................................................... 25 mA
Registered Telephone Line Module (SPRLM-3 Module)
Trade name..............................SPRLM-3 Registered Line Module Equipment Type: Analog Line Module
Controls................................................................................................Access, Off-hook detect level jumper
Connections .....................................................................................Telephone Line: E1-E2 screw terminals
Power and control: 9-pin female inline, for mating with
0.1 inch pitch ×0.025 inch square pin header
Page/Party®Interface
Page line..................................................................................................... 33-ohm nominal load impedance
Party line............................................................................................ 33-ohm nominal ac source impedance
Page line output level.......................................................................................Adjustable; 1.5 VRMS nominal
Inputs/outputs......................................................... Page line, 5 party lines, audio level 1.5 VRMS maximum
Audio to/from AGI Main and Page/Party®PCBA 1.0 VRMS maximum
Controls..........................................................................................................POT1: audio level to party line
POT2: audio level to page line
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
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Mounting
1. Loosen the four screws on the front cover. Open the front cover of the enclosure to the left.
2. Remove the cable connections between the front panel and rear enclosure.
3. Pull on the left side of the enclosure until the hinge pins pull loose to separate the front and rear
sections. Set the front half of the enclosure aside.
4. Determine the conduit or cable gland location on the rear enclosure. Drill spots have been provided
on top and bottom for use with either a chassis punch or hole saw. Cut or punch the appropriate size
hole(s) in the enclosure.
5. Use Myers ST-4 (1.25 inches) Scru-Tite hubs or equivalent. Reducers must be used for smaller
conduit sizes to ensure proper contact with the supplied grounding plates. The hub(s) must be
connected to the conduit before being connected to the enclosure.
6. Each mounting hole in the enclosure is 0.280 inch in diameter. Secure the rear enclosure on the wall
with screws or appropriate fasteners.
7. Route the dc power, audio, input/output control, and phone line through the conduit and into the
enclosure allowing adequate cable length to access terminal blocks.
8. Re-install the hinged front cover and re-connect the cables to the front panel. Refer to the connector
matrix on page 28 to reconnect AMI internal components, if needed.
Wiring
WARNING Do not apply power until all the connections have been wired.
WARNING Connect only to a UL-listed Class 2 power source.

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TB1 - Digital Output Connections
The TB1 connector (labeled DIGITAL OUTPUTS) provides eight digital (common ground) output
connections designed to drive externally-mounted relays or other indicating circuits. Each output can
sink up to 100 mA of the current. External circuitry (relays, indicators, etc.) must be powered from an
external power supply of the same voltage used to power the AMI (12 to 24 V dc). The ground (or dc
common) terminals of the external power supply must be tied to TB1-1 and/or TB1-10. Refer to the TB1
terminal block assignment chart and Figure 2 below.
If the application includes the Model 12584-001 I/O Control Module, please refer to Pub. 42004-359 for
installation, connection and specification details.
NOTE:All outputs are programmed using AMI Configuration software. Each output must be
programmed before it can activate.
Terminal Labeled Function Type
TB1-1 COMMON Ground DC power supply common
TB1-2 AUX OUTPUT #1 Output 1 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-3 AUX OUTPUT #2 Output 2 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-4 AUX OUTPUT #3 Output 3 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-5 AUX OUTPUT #4 Output 4 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-6 AUX OUTPUT #5 Output 5 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-7 AUX OUTPUT #6 Output 6 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-8 AUX OUTPUT #7 Output 7 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-9 AUX OUTPUT #8 Output 8 Idle = +V dc, active (low) = sink100 mA maximum
TB1-10 COMMON Ground DC power supply common
Figure 2. Typical digital output relay wiring

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TB2 - Digital Input Connections
The TB2 connector (labeled DIGITAL INPUTS) provides connection for eight contact closure inputs for
activation AMI alarms or events. Switches or relay contact closures are used to activate the AMI inputs.
The input contacts may be any combination of momentary (pulsed) switches and maintained (latched)
switches. They can be either N.O. or N.C. dry contacts rated at 5 mA or better. Inputs 1 through 8 are
programmed using the AMI Configuration Tool software.
If the application includes the Model 12584-001 I/O Control Module, please refer to Pub. 42004-359 for
installation, connection and specification details.
NOTE:For the inputs to operate reliably, the cable loop resistance connecting the relay/switch contact
closures cannot exceed 200 ohms. For example, using 24 AWG cable, the maximum cable length for
connection of the relay/switch contact closures cannot exceed 1,500 feet. Refer to the TB2 terminal block
assignment chart and Figure 3 below.
Terminal Labeled Function Type of Source
TB2-1 COMMON Ground Ground reference for inputs 1 through 8
TB2-2 INPUT #1 Input 1 Activates input #1 (as programmed)
TB2-3 INPUT #2 Input 2 Activates input #2 (as programmed)
TB2-4 INPUT #3 Input 3 Activates input #3 (as programmed)
TB2-5 INPUT #4 Input 4 Activates input #4 (as programmed)
TB2-6 INPUT #5 Input 5 Activates input #5 (as programmed)
TB2-7 INPUT #6 Input 6 Activates input #6 (as programmed)
TB2-8 INPUT #7 Input 7 Activates input #7 (as programmed)
TB2-9 INPUT #8 Input 8 Activates input #8 (as programmed)
TB2-10 COMMON Ground Ground reference for inputs 1 through 8
Figure 3. Typical input switch wiring

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TB3 - Audio Output and Data Connections
The TB3 connector (labeled AUDIO) provides connections for audio inputs and outputs, and for local
RS485 data connections. Data connections are used when the AMI alarms are being controlled remotely
from a CPU or when the Model 12584-001 I/O Control Module is used to expand the inputs and outputs
to 40 each. A 600-ohm balanced audio output is provided to drive a power amplifier. Refer to the TB3
terminal block assignment chart and Figure 4 below.
Terminal Labeled Description Function
TB3-1 LINE - Page (L1)
TB3-2 LINE + Page (L2) Audio output (line level) to public address amplifier.
Refer to Figure 4.
TB3-3 L1 Audio 2 (L1)
TB3-4 L2 Audio 2 (L2)
No customer connections – used for internal
connections to Telephone Interface PCBA
TB3-5 L1 Audio 1 (L1)
TB3-6 L2 Audio 1 (L2)
No customer connections – used for internal
connection to Telephone Interface PCBA.
TB3-7 POWER GND Power ground Power supply common
TB3-8 DATA GND Data ground N/C
TB3-9 DATA- Data (-) To Model 12584-001 I/O Control Module (TB2-2)
TB3-10 DATA+ Data (+) To Model 12584-001 I/O Control Module (TB2-1)
Figure 4. Typical amplifier input wiring

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TB4 - Reboot and Fault Output
Reboot
The reboot terminals (TB4-5 and TB4-6) override and abort any activity in progress. To control the
reboot function, a user-supplied, remote, momentary, normally open (N.O.) switch contact closure must
be connected between TB4-5 and TB4-6 (or other GND return). Refer to the TB4 terminal block
assignment chart and Figure 5 below.
Fault Output
If the AMI processor is operating, the fault output is on (TB4-4 active low) and can be used to energize
external relays or indicating devices. When a fault is detected that prevents the AMI processor from
functioning, the output is turned off (pulled high). Refer to Figure 6 and TB4 (SYSTEM) terminal block
assignments below, which provide the following external control functions:
NOTE:For the inputs to operate reliably, the cable loop resistance connecting any relay/switch contact
closures cannot exceed 200 ohms. For example, using 24 AWG cable, the maximum cable length for
connection of the relay/switch contact closures cannot exceed 1,500 feet.
Figure 5. Typical reboot switch wiring Figure 6. Typical fault configuration shown using
external relay with dry contact

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Terminal Labeled Description Function
TB4-1 GND Data (Gnd)
TB4-2 -Data (-)
TB4-3 +Data (+)
No customer connections
TB4-4 FLT Fault (output) If the AMI is operating normally, this output is active low
and can sink 100 mA maximum to external relay or
monitoring circuit. If fault is detected within the AMI, this
output switches off and stops current flow to the external
device. Refer to Figure 6 for typical connection.
TB4-5 REBOOT System reboot When AMI is operating, this pin is 5 V dc. To reboot the
AMI, momentarily connect this pin to TB4-6.
Refer to Figure 5 for typical connection.
TB4-6 GND Power ground Power supply common.
TB4-7 Relay (N.O.)
TB4-8 .Relay (com)
Solid state relay closure. On resistance = 30 ohms
When AMI is playing a message, this contact is closed.
TB5 - Auxiliary Audio
The TB5 connector (labeled AUX) provides connections for the following auxiliary audio inputs:
Terminal Labeled Description Function
TB5-1 IN Mic Input (hi)
TB5-2 COM Mic Input (low)
Reserved for future connection for external noise-sensing
microphone.
TB5-3 Ground Microphone cable shield termination.
TB5-4 Spare
TB5-5 Spare
TB5-6 Spare

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TB6 - Power Connections
The AMI requires a dc power supply. The dc power supply voltage must be between 12 and 24 V dc.
TB6 is used for power connections. Please refer to the TB6 terminal block assignment chart and Figure 7
below.
Figure 7. Power connections at TB6
Terminal Labeled Description Function
TB6-1 +Power (+) 12 to 24 V dc power supply positive terminal
TB6-2 -Power (-) 12 to 24 V dc power supply negative terminal
TB6-3 Ground Earth ground
Telephone Line Connection
For AMI units equipped with a Telephone Interface board 69501-xxx (Models 10959-003 and
10959-004), connections are made to a standard PBX analog station port, or directly to a central office
(CO) telephone line.
For the Models 10959-003 and 10959-004, the incoming telephone line must be connected to the tip (E1)
and ring (E2) of the Registered Line Module (SPRLM-3). A telephone cord with a modular RJ-11 plug is
provided.
NOTE:The telephone interface requires a minimum loop current of 25 mA.

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Page/Party®System Connections
NOTE:These connections apply to Models 10959-001 and 10959-003 only, and are only used when the
AMI is installed in a GAI-Tronics Page/Party®system.
All connections are made to TB1 on the 69502-xxx Page/Party®Interface PCBA. Refer to Figure 8 for
connection locations and to Figure 9 for the terminal block location. The connections to the page and
party audio lines of the system should be made to the nearest handset or speaker station in the Page/Party®
system. For the Model 10959-001, only the page line is connected. See Figure 8.
For Model 10959-003, the page and five party lines can be connected. The party line associated with the
telephone interface is configured using the ACT software.
Figure 9. 69502-xxx Page/Party®Interface PCBA
Figure 8. Page/Party®wiring diagram with telephone interface

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The Page/Party®Interface TB1 terminal block assignments are as follows:
Terminal Description Function
TB1-1 PAGE (L1)
TB1-2 PAGE (L2) Connects to the page line of Page/Party®system.
TB1-3 PARTY 1 (L1)
TB1-4 PARTY 1 (L2)
Connects to party line 1 of the Page/Party®system.
TB1-5 PARTY 2 (L1)
TB1-6 PARTY 2 (L2)
Connects to party line 2 of the Page/Party®system.
TB1-7 PARTY 3 (L1)
TB1-8 PARTY 3 (L2)
Connects to party line 3 of the Page/Party®system.
TB1-9 PARTY 4 (L1)
TB1-10 PARTY 4 (L2)
Connects to party line 4 of the Page/Party®system.
TB1-11 PARTY 5 (L1)
TB1-12 PARTY 5 (L2)
Connects to party line 5 of the Page/Party®system.
Resistive line balancing is required for the page line. If the AMI is installed in an existing or new
Page/Party®system with a Model 305-001 Line Balance, no additional line balancing is required.
However, if no resistive line balance exists, a 33-ohm resistor must be installed in parallel with the page
line.
The 69502-xxx Page/Party®Interface PCBA includes the 33-ohm resistive line balancing required for
party lines. If the AMI is installed in an existing or new Page/Party®system with a Model 305-001 Line
Balance for each connected party line, the corresponding 33-ohm resistors in the Model 305-001 must be
removed to maintain proper audio levels.

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Setup
Preparation
When the AMI configuration is completed and the unit is ready for testing, please ensure the AMI is
installed and connections are made consistent with the Installation section on page 7. Please verify the
following:
•DC power connected and polarity is correct
•Inputs are connected
•Outputs are connected
•Phone line is connected (if applicable)
•Page and party lines are connected (if applicable)
•Paging amplifier is connected (if using 600-ohm output)
•Resistive line balance is installed to support the Page line.
•Existing party line resistive line balancing is disconnected.

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When power is applied to the AMI and the power up sequence begins, the LCD display begins cycling
through the following messages:
•AMI x.x.x (x.x.x AMI Main board firmware version)
•Initializing DSP
•SmartMedia®128 (128 is the size in Mb of SmartMedia®card)
•EEPROM xxx (xxx AMI Main board EPROM format)
•DSP VER:x.x.x
•Flash OK (Successfully read whole Smart Media®card)
•Progress bar
CFG Loading (Configuration loading)
•Configuration Version
•Configuration Date and Time
•Configuration file name (i.e., AMI factory default)
•Time and Page Symbol (page symbol is a speaker)
HIO board firmware version (if HIO controller board installed)
•Time and Page Symbol (page symbol is a speaker)
ASM board firmware version (if ASM board installed)
•Time, Party Line and Page Symbol (default party line is 1, if Page/Party®board installed)
Page/Party®board firmware version (if Page/Party®board installed)
•Time, Party Line and Page Symbol
AMI Main board firmware version
•## Time, Party Line and Page Symbol
Telephone Interface Mode (default is Page/Party®mode)
•Time, Party Line and Page Symbol
Telephone Interface Board firmware version (if Telephone Interface Board installed)
•## Time, Party Line and Page Symbol (default is no greeting)
Telephone Interface Greeting file name (this prompt is not displayed.)
•Time, Party Line and Page Symbol
System up (System is now running, displayed for two seconds only)
•Time, Party Line and Page Symbol
Date (date will display on the start of the next minute)
## Will only be displayed if a Telephone Interface board option is installed
Setting the Date and Time
To set the time and date, please refer to LCD Display and Push-button Operation on page 20.
Initiating a Page
Using one of the connected inputs or the AMI push buttons, initiate a page. After the page is initiated,
verify the proper message is played to the proper audio system (i.e., Page/Party®) and the proper output
combination is asserted. If using the AMI Factory Default configuration, a message and corresponding
output are assigned to each of the first seven inputs.