Microframe Corporation Visual-Pager 900 Series User manual

D0910-7010
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SERIES 900
INSTALLATION and SPECIFICATION GUIDE
Manual No. D0910-7010
Revision Date:
09/2013
Control: 1.6
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Limited Warranty Agreement
Your Microframe System is warranted against failure due to defects in workmanship or material for a period of
one (1) year from the date of purchase. Microframe Corporation will repair or replace any defective unit. Obvious
abuse or mishandling of the unit is NOT covered by this warranty.
Merchandise Return
If your Unit does not work satisfactorily, please give us a call. We may be able to clear up the problem by phone.
If it becomes necessary to return your Unit to the factory, please observe the following:
1. Call Microframe for an RMA number. This will authorize you to return the unit.
2. Place Unit in a sturdy box with sufficient packing material.
3. If requested, include the AC power adapter. It is not necessary to return the cable and connectors unless they
are the problem.
4. Return the system insured and prepaid. Microframe is not responsible for shipping damages and losses on
returned Units.
Warranty Service
For warranty service, please contact Microframe toll-free at 800-635-3811. One of our technicians will be glad to
assist you.
Assistance
For any product assistance or maintenance help, contact Microframe by either calling 800-635-3811 or e-mailing
us at: supp[email protected].
Safety
Do not install substitute parts or perform any modification to the product without first contacting Microframe.
Disclaimer
We constantly strive to improve our products. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warning
All power adapters, line cords, and electrical equipment should be kept out of the reach of children and away from
water. (If you are installing cable in an air plenum area, such as a drop ceiling used for air return, you must use
plenum-rated cable. The cable supplied from Microframe is rated CL2 and is approved for indoor installation
everywhere except plenum areas.)
Life Support Policy
Microframe's products are not authorized for use as components in life support devices or systems without the
express written approval of the President of Microframe Corporation. As used herein:
1. Life support devices or systems are defined as systems which support or sustain life, and whose failure to
perform when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can be reasonably
expected to result in a significant injury to the user or any one depending on the system.
2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure to perform can be
reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or system, or to affect its safety or
effectiveness.
FCC Notice (for wireless products only)
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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InstallationandSpecificationGuide
Table of Contents
Series 900 System Overview and Features 4
System Installation Instructions 5
Maximum Cable/Wire Length Chart 6
How to Connect Multiple Keypads to a Display 7
How to Connect a Display to a Keypad 8
Keypad Operation 9
Keypad Options 10
Visual-Pager® Display Operation 11
Error Codes and Troubleshooting Chart 12

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System Overview
Model 910 Keypad
The Series 900 Microframe Visual-Pager® system is the most economical solution to on-premise
paging. Simply enter the number you wish to page into the Model 910 Keypad, and the number
immediately appears on the displays. The keypad provides the power to the displays, which can be
daisy-chained and wired together.
This system is completely expandable and accommodates multiple keypads and displays.
Model D0910 Keypad
The Model 910 Keypad is designed to operate in four or six-
digit mode, supporting the full range of Series 900 Visual-
Pager® displays. User options include Variable Rollover
Time, Automatic Delete, and Manual Advance.
Once a number is entered into the Keypad, the number is
sent immediately to the Visual-Pager® Display. The keypad
will store up to 32 numbers and display them sequentially
until the operator deletes them. In 4-digit mode the keypad
will show numbers from 0 to 9999. This mode is compatible
with Model 920, 930, and 940 displays. In 6-digit mode the
keypad will show numbers from 0 to 999999. This mode is
compatible with 960 Remote Displays.
Visual-Pager® Display
The Series 900 Visual-Pager® displays are operated by the
Model 910 Keypad. The single-number 2-, 3-, 4-, and 6-digit
displays receive power and signal from a single wire
connected to the keypad and are turned on or off with the
keypad power switch. Each display has 5.5-inch tall digits
viewable from up to 125 feet and is encased in an extruded-
aluminum case.
Visual-Pager® Display
System Components, Features, and
Quick
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CAUTION: be careful not to connect to the AUX or AC terminals. The AC terminals are used as an
alternate connection point for power. This is only used with power adapters that have bare wires
instead of a plug.
INTRODUCTION
Save yourself some work - review these instructions before starting installation.
This Keypad is configured to work with 2, 3, and 4-digit displays. For 6-digit displays change the option
"Keypad Type" to six digit mode. See Option 2.7 in Section 3, "Keypad Options".
PRE-INSTALLATION
We recommend testing the system before installation. Connect the keypads and displays together in one
room. Once you are satisfied that the system is working, proceed with your cable runs and equipment
mounting.
CABLE INSTALLATION
A single cable carries both power and signal from the keypad to the displays. RCA cable may be used, but
most installers find it easier to work with 2-conductor, 18AWG wire. Use 16AWG wire to improve the
maximum distance. Unshielded cable is acceptable. CAT 5/6 cable is not recommended, as the small wires
tend to break at the keypad. For aesthetic reasons, the installer may want to hide the cable to the displays.
This can be accomplished by punching holes in the wall directly behind the displays. See “Remote Display
Mounting Template”. To support additional displays or longer cable runs than the Keypad can handle, use
Booster Amp Model A0160.
KEYPAD INSTALLATION
The Keypad is typically wall-mounted at eye level. However, it may also be placed on a desk. Multiple
keypads may be used on the same system, and will automatically communicate with each other when wired
together.
KEYPAD CONNECTION
Unplug the keypad before continuing. Slide off the back cover of the keypad and connect the 2-conductor
wire. Connect the black wire to “GND” and the red wire to “SIG.” There are two terminals for both “GND”
and “SIG,” allowing for two sets of wires to be connected.
Once the wires are firmly connected, slide the protective cover back on and place the Keypad back into the
holder.
DISPLAY INSTALLATION
The display will have optimum visibility when mounted vertically within three to four feet of eye level. This
will keep the display in the proper field of view for the observer. To hang a display on the wall, place an
anchor screw into the wall, leaving the screw-head exposed. Line up the keyhole on the back of the display
with the screw. Hang the display from the screw. The “Display Mounting Template” provides a guide to line
up the mounting screw(s).
DISPLAY CONNECTION
Wire is fed from the wall through the cutouts on the back of the display. Connect the black wire to “GND”
and the red wire to “SIG.” The additional terminals allow a parallel set of wires to carry power to the next
display. Once the wires are firmly connected, hang the display back on the mounting screw(s).
TESTING THE SYSTEM
Once the system is wired together, plug in the keypad and turn it on. If the keypad shows “SHORT”, then
there is a short in the wiring. Turn off the keypad and check the wiring. Otherwise, type “123”, press
“ENTER”, and verify that “123” shows on all the displays. See the “Troubleshooting Chart” at the end of this
manual for additional assistance.
Installation Instructions

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The following chart shows the maximum number of displays that can be installed per cable/wire length
indicated. The cable/wire length can be increased by simply putting fewer displays on EACH CABLE
connected to the Model 910 Keypad. For example, when using 18 AWG wire, you can install a maximum of
four Model 960 (6-digit) Visual-Pager® displays up to 700 feet from the keypad on a single cable. However,
if a greater distance is required, simply use 16 AWG wire from the keypad. You can now install four Model
960 (6-digit) displays up to 1,200 feet from the keypad. The TOTAL CABLE LENGTH (sum of length of all
cables in the system) should not exceed 10,000 feet.
Maximum Cable/Wire Distance in Feet
Model 920 Model 930 Model 940 Model 960
Number of
Displays 18
AWG 16 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG 18 AWG 16 AWG
1 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
2 2000 2000 2000 2000 1500 2000 800 1300
3 2000 2000 1300 2000 800 1300 500 700
4 1500 2000 900 1300 600 900 300 400
5 1100 1500 600 900 400 600 100 200
6 800 1300 400 700 300 400 100
7 600 1100 300 500 200 300
8 500 800 200 400 100 200
9 400 700 200 300 100
10 300 500 100 200
11 300 400 100 100
12 200 400 NA 100
Maximum Cable/Wire Length Chart

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Model 910 Keypads may be connected at any point along the signal cable. The Series 900 Visual-Pager®
display will work as long as one of the keypads is turned on. Other keypads may be turned on at any time;
however, they should not be turned OFF as long as numbers are being displayed. The system may be
connected in many other configurations provided they are all wired together and the SIGNAL/ GROUND
polarity is maintained (see Visual-Pager® Connection Diagrams.)
Connecting Multiple Keypads to a Visual
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STEP 1:
Remove slide-on cover from
back of keypad.
STEP 2:
Remove 1.5” of gray jacket
from wire and separate the
internal wires. Strip 1/4” of
insulation from each wire and
pre-form as shown.
STEP 3:
Insert black wire into one of
the GND terminals.
Insert red wire into one of the
SIG terminals.
Tighten terminal screws.
STEP 4 (IF REQUIRED):
If a second set of wires are
required at the keypad, repeat
Step 3 being careful not to
reverse the SIG and GND
connections.
STEP 5:
Install slide-on cover being
careful to first form wires so
the Ty-Wrap is inside the case
as shown. The slide-on cover
has a notch for the wires to fit
through.
TO NEXT DISPLAY OR KEYPAD
TO DISPLAY
Connecting a Visual
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SAFETY NOTE: When replacing the fuse, be sure to disconnect power from the AC wall outlet.
KEYPAD LCD DISPLAY
The Model 910 keypad has its own built-in, easy-to-read display so that you can see what numbers are being entered, as
well as what numbers are currently being shown on the Visual-Pager® display.
The status of the keypad is shown in the upper left corner of the keypad display. Here are the different statuses you will
see: “Ready” – Normal Operation
“Enter” – Adding a Number
“Delete” – Removing a Number
“FULL” – The number list is full
The numbers just below the status designation show what numbers you are currently entering. In this case, the number
“78901” is being entered.
The numbers in the upper right corner show what numbers are currently being shown on the Visual-Pager® display. In
this case, the number “123456” is being shown.
ENTER MODE
When a number button is pressed, the keypad will go into Enter Mode. The "ENTER" light will flash, and the keypad
display will show “Enter” in the top left corner. The number currently on the Visual-Pager® display will continue to show
in the upper right corner of the keypad display while the number you are entering will show in the lower left-hand corner
of the keypad display. Continue to type number buttons until the complete number to be paged is shown. Then press
[ENTER] to display the paging number on the Visual-Pager® display. When [ENTER] is pressed, the new number will be
placed in sequence with any other numbers displayed on the Visual-Pager display. If you make an error while typing a
number, press [DELETE.] If you attempt to enter over thirty-two numbers into the system, the Master Keypad "Ready"
message will change to "Full" until a number is deleted.
DELETE MODE
To delete a number, press [DELETE] twice when that number appears on the keypad display. The next available
number will be displayed immediately. You may also delete a number by pressing [DELETE], typing the number, and
pressing [DELETE] again. If you make an error while deleting a number, press [ENTER].
MULTIPLE OUTPUTS
The keypad will power multiple Visual-Pager® displays. Please see the Maximum Cable/Wire Length Table.
MULTIPLE INPUTS
You may cascade up to thirty-two numbers on the same common cable connected to the "Signal Out" output from each
keypad. Numbers entered from each keypad will automatically be combined and displayed in sequence with all the
numbers entered from all keypads. Each keypad will display all numbers entered from it as well as all numbers entered
from all other keypads- at the same time they are displayed on the Visual-Pager® display(s).
Note: Keypads must be programmed as the same keypad type to work together.
POWER CONNECTION
Connect the wall mount transformer to an AC outlet, and then connect the power plug to the connector on the top of the
keypad marked "18-24 VAC." It is recommended that you turn the power off using the "ON/OFF" switch on the keypad
when not in use. This will greatly prolong the life of the system.
FUSE
The keypad contains a fuse inside the case under the small slide-on cover. To prevent permanent damage, replace with
the correct fuse. For standard keypads use a 1.6A (5mmx20mm) fast acting fuse. For keypads with a 2.5A adapter, use
a 2.5A (5mmx20mm) fast acting fuse.
OPTION CONNECTIONS
The keypad has two optional connections on the 8-pin terminal block located under the small removable cover:
1. AUX—Auxiliary connection for use with the extra cost Remote Delete Option.
2. A/C—Remote 24 VAC Input used when a adapter other than the wall mounted one supplied with the system
is required, such as an attic-mounted adapter installation.
Note: Each keypad must operate off its own power adapter. Keypads cannot share power adapters.
Keypad Operation

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ENTERING OPTIONS MODE
To enter the Options Mode, do the following:
1) Turn on Keypad.
2) During the startup screen, press ‘0’.
3) “System Options” will display, signifying you are in options mode.
OPTIONS TABLE SUMMARY
General Options Advanced Options
Rollover #11 MastSlave #21
AutoDel #12 EntryAuto#22
KeyBeep #13 Sort List #23
Chime #14 Duplicates #24
Fact Reset #19 DeleteKey #25
Address #26
Keypad Type #27
NAVIGATION
Type the two-digit number for the option you wish to set. The current value is shown. Type a new number to change the value.
Press [ENTER] to save or [DELETE] to cancel.
Option Option Number
Value Range
OPTIONS DEFINITIONS
#11 Rollover
0-9 Seconds; Default 3
Rollover is the length of time a number is shown on the Visual-Pager® display before advancing to the next number in
the list. A value of 0 means each number will be displayed until it is deleted.
#12 AutoDel
0-21 Minutes; Default 0
Autodelete is the time the keypad will hold a number before automatically deleting it. A value of 0 means autodelete is
disabled.
#13 KeyBeep
0-1 Off/On; Default 1
The audible feedback sound can be enabled or disabled.
#14 Chime
0.0-9.9 Seconds; Default 0.3
Sets the Visual-Pager® display chime duration. Not all displays follow this option.
#19 Factory Reset
0-1 No/Yes;
Resets all options to factory defaults.
#21 MastSlave
0-2 Auto/Master/Slave; Default 0
This controls the master/slave arbitration on a system. There should only be one master on a system.
Auto – Allows the keypads to negotiate which one is the master.
Master – The Keypad will always be a master.
Slave – The Keypad will always be a slave.
#22 Entry, Auto
0-4 None/Enter/Delete/Y/N; Default 3
This option determines number entry behavior. This can be used to set up dedicated quick-entry
keypads for enter and delete.
None – No response to numbers typed unless user first presses [ENTER] or [DELETE].
Enter,N – When user types a number, keypad assumes Enter Mode. When user has typed all 6
digits, waits for [ENTER] to be pushed before adding number.
Delete,N – When user types a number, keypad assumes Delete Mode. When user has typed all
6 digits, waits for [DELETE] key to be pushed before deleting number.
Enter,Y – When user types a number, keypad assumes Enter Mode. When user has typed all 6
digits, automatically adds number.
Delete,Y – When user types a number, keypad assumes Delete Mode. When user has typed all
6 digits, automatically deletes number.
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Keypad Options
Options Definitions continued…
#23 Sort List
0-1 Off/On; Default 1
Determines if the number list is displayed in the order entered or sorted by increasing number order.
#24 Duplicates
0-1 Disabled/Allowed; Default 0
Typically duplicate numbers are ignored. This option allows duplicate numbers to be added.
#25 DeleteKey
0-2 Normal/QuickDel/1KeyDel; Default 1
This option adds functionality to the delete key.
Normal – Pressing [DELETE] brings up the delete prompt.
QuickDel – Pressing [DELETE] pre-populates the delete prompt with the current number being shown.
Pressing [DELETE] again deletes the number. To delete a different number, type the number (it will replace
the pre-populated number) and press [DELETE].
1KeyDel – Pressing [DELETE] deletes the number currently being shown. To delete a different number,
enter the desired number, and then press [DELETE].
#26 Address
0-99; Default factory programmed
Keypad address used for keypad to keypad communications. Each keypad should have a unique address.
#27 Keypad Type
0-1 "4-Digit"/"6-Digit"; Default 0
0 4-Digit – Keypad accepts up to 4-digit numbers. Compatible with Model 920, 930, and 940 displays.
1 6-Digit – Keypad accepts up to 6-digit numbers. Compatible with Model 960 Displays.
HYMNBOARD MODE
If the user would like to use the keypad to show hymn numbers in a song service, the following steps should be taken:
1) Program the Rollover Time (1.1) to 0.
2) Program the Sort Option (2.3) to 0.
3) Program the DeleteKey Option to 2.
After these options have been programmed, enter the hymn numbers in the order in which they will be displayed. At the end of
each hymn, press [DELETE]. The next hymn number will be displayed.
POWER
Visual-Pager® displays are powered by the keypad. Thus, when the keypad is turned off, the displays are also powered off.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF DISPLAYS
See Maximum Cable/Wire Length Chart to determine how many displays the keypad can support, or call Microframe technical
support for assistance.
The Model 160 Booster Amp may be added to power additional displays.
SYSTEM SIGNAL CONNECTION
Refer to Connection Diagrams for details.
For 16 or 18 AWG paired wire installations, use the two-conductor terminal block located on the back of the display. Be careful
to observe SIGNAL and GROUND polarity. There is a second set of connectors to use if running another wire to the next
display.
If you are using RCA connectors, then connect the coaxial cable to either "Signal" connector on the remote display. To add a
second display, connect one end of the signal cable to the other RCA phono connector on the first display and the other end to
either connector on the next display.
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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CURE
Keypad is dark and unresponsive
Keypad is not receiving power.
Check that the keypad is plugged in.
Is the AC outlet working?
Is the keypad fuse blown?
Is the keypad power switch on?
Keypad displays SHORT There is a short across the output of
the keypad Does disconnecting the signal cable solve the issue? If so, the problem is in
the cable.
Keypad displays StuckHi
Keypad is unable to send data on the
line. Does disconnecting the signal cable solve the issue? If not, the keypad is
damaged and needs service.
Keypad displays NoInts The wrong power adapter isin use. Does the power adapter hav an output
of 24VAC, 1.2A?
The keypad is in slave mode without
a master.
Set the Keypad programming to "Auto"
or connect to a master.
The kepad is damaged.
If damaged, return keypad for service.
Keypad displays EEfail Keypad cannot remember settings Keypad is damaged. Return for service.
Keypad displays CommErr Communication error Verify programming to make sure only
one keypad is a master.
Check wiring between keypads.
Check for strong interference next to
signal cable.
Keypad worksbut does not light up or
has erratic numbers Poor signal connection to display Does the keypad work when connected to the display with a shorter (3 feet long)
piece of cable?
If so, the problem is in the wiring.
There are five error conditions that will cause an Error Code to appear on the Model 910 Keypad display. It will be
of great assistance in troubleshooting the system if you will note the displayed code when calling for assistance.
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ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE
Short The cable is shorted between the keypad and the display.
StuckHi The keypad output is damaged or there is another device on the
line holding it high.
NoInts Master or Slave keypad is not getting the interrupts it needs to
work.
EEfail Keypad is unable to remember settings.
CommErr Communication error
Explanation of Error Codes
and Troubleshooting Guide