Notifier AVL-1 Specification sheet

AVL-1 Audio VoiceLink
Operation and Installation
Manual
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Conventions Used in This Manual
This manual uses the following conventions for notes, cautions, and warnings.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
WARNING: INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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Preface
In this manual, the family of the AVL-1 and AVL-EM VoiceLink products are referred to as the AVL-1.
The AVL-1 provides record and playback capability. The AVL-1 does not sense an emergency condition or hazardous fires, but is
only a part of a system that does sense such conditions. The AVL-1, when activated by a control panel, provides a pre-recorded
tone and/or voice message to an audio system. When used as part of a protective signaling system, the AVL-1 must be properly
connected to a compatible control panel that has been approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory ("LISTED") and/or a
LISTED compatible audio system with LISTED compatible notification appliances for proper operation.
PERSONNEL PROPERLY QUALIFIED IN THE APPLICATION AND USE OF LIFE SAFETY EQUIPMENT ("QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL") MUST READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE PERFORMING ACTIONS TO SPECIFY, APPLY, INSTALL,
MAINTAIN AND OPERATIONALLY TEST AVL-1 PRODUCTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
WARNING: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, INSTALLATION AND TESTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT PERFORMED
PROPERLY, THE AVL-1 MAY NOT OPERATE IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY
DAMAGE, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
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•DO NOT assume any installation, operation and testing details not shown in this manual.
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•The AVL-1 should only be operated with covers properly in place.
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•KEEP this manual WITH THE AVL-1 FOR FUTURE REFERENCE for the life of the system and make it available to all qualified
personnel who operate, test, maintain, or service the AVL-1. We strongly recommend that such personnel read and understand
the entire manual.
The AVL-1 WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER. The AVL-1 is powered by the protective signaling system. If power is cut off
for any reason, the AVL-1 will not provide the desired tone and/or voice warning. Backup power supplies are recommended for
protective signaling systems.
NOTIFIER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR THE CONTENT, CLARITY AND LANGUAGES OF, AND OUTPUT
CHANNEL AND PRIORITY LEVEL ASSIGNED TO, ANY AND ALL MESSAGES. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU HAVE
MESSAGE CONTENT AND LANGUAGE, SEQUENCE, OUTPUT CHANNEL AND PRIORITY ASSIGNMENTS REVIEWED AND
APPROVED BY QUALIFIED LEGAL AND SAFETY ADVISORS, QUALIFIED REPRESENTATIVE(S) OF OWNER(S) AND
USER(S), AND AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION.
CAUTION: The AVL-1 printed circuit boards are sensitive to static electricity and have delicate components mounted on them.
Before handling either a board or any component on a board, discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a
grounded object such as a metal screw which is connected to earth ground. Handle the board by its edges, and be careful not to
twist or flex it. The AVL-1 is to be installed in a static free area and the user is to properly attach grounded wrist straps before
touching any static sensitive areas. After handling AVL-1 printed circuit boards, the AVL-1 should be tested in accordance with the
“System Checkout” section to verify that the printed circuit boards are undamaged and functioning properly.
COMPLY WITH ALL OF THE LATEST APPLICABLE CODES, REGULATIONS, LAWS, STANDARDS, GUIDELINES:
For emergency, hazardous, security, life safety and fire protective signaling system applications, the AVL-1 must be used within
their published specifications and only with a LISTED compatible control panel and LISTED compatible audio system in
accordance with sound engineering judgment and the instructions of the manufacturer and in accordance with local, state and
federal codes, regulations and laws. The AVL-1 must be PROPERLY specified, applied, installed, operated, maintained and
operationally tested in accordance with these instructions at the time of installation and at least twice a year or more often as
required by local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws. Installation, testing and maintenance must be performed by
qualified personnel for proper operation in accordance with all of the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
Underwriters' Laboratories (UL), National Electrical Code (NEC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), local,
state, county, province, district, federal and other applicable building and fire standards, guidelines, regulations, laws and codes
including, but not limited to, all appendices and amendments and the requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
WARNING: IF THE PROTECTIVE SIGNALING SYSTEM SOUNDS AND/OR FLASHES, IT IS A WARNING OF A POSSIBLY
SERIOUS SITUATION AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION.
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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 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: 1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 2) Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver; 3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; 4) Consult the
dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For the AVL-1 to properly operate it must be properly connected to a listed compatible and properly operating control panel and
audio system, or to a listed compatible and properly operating audio system, that controls its activation and provides proper voltage
and current. The operation and electrical ratings of such control panel and audio system, or such audio system, must be
compatible with the AVL-1, and all equipment must be properly interconnected and operating. The installer must check
compatibility before installation; otherwise, the AVL-1 and/or the control panel and/or the audio system may be damaged and/or fail
to operate in an emergency situation.
Each manufacturer's fire alarm control panel, audio system, and notification appliance operates differently and has different
features. Before specifying, installing, operating, testing, maintaining or servicing a system, carefully read the installation, operation
and testing manual for each piece of equipment and applicable codes.
Request that the local authority having jurisdiction inspect the proposed placement of the notification appliances and receive their
approval.
The output of the audio system may not be heard in all cases. Sound can be blocked or reduced by walls, doors, carpeting, wall
covering, furniture, insulation, bed coverings, and other obstacles that may temporarily or permanently impede the output of the
audio system. Sound is also reduced by distance and masked by background noise. The output of the audio system may not be
sufficient to alert all occupants, especially those who are asleep, those who are hearing-impaired, those who are wearing devices
that plug or cover the ears, and those who have recently used drugs or alcohol. The output of the audio system may not be heard
by an alert person if the output device is placed in an area which is isolated by a closed door, or is located on a different floor from
the person in a hazardous situation or is placed too far away to be heard over ambient noise such as, but not limited to, running
water, traffic, air conditioners, machinery or musical appliances.
WARNING: AUDIBLE SIGNALS MAY MASK MEDICAL EQUIPMENT MONITORING ALARMS. WHERE MEDICAL
EQUIPMENT MONITORING ALARMS ARE IN USE, DO NOT USE AUDIBLE SIGNALS; PROVIDE VISUAL NOTIFICATION
APPLIANCES IN HIGHLY VISIBLE LOCATIONS.
If audible tones and/or voice messages cannot be readily heard and understood clearly within the protected areas as intended, it is
necessary to increase the number and/or sound output intensity of speakers within those areas so that they are heard and
understood clearly when activated.
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Notification equipment cannot last forever. Even though the AVL-1 is expected to last up to ten years, any of its parts or
components could fail before then. Therefore testing of the entire protective signaling system, including the AVL-1 panel, all
notification equipment, as well as all messages and their output channel, and priority assignment, must be conducted at least twice
each year, or more often as required by local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws, by qualified personnel. If the
notification equipment is not working properly, immediately contact the installer and have all/any problems corrected immediately.
Malfunctioning components should be replaced immediately. Do not attempt to repair malfunctioning components. Malfunctioning
components should be returned for factory repair or replacement. In the event you cannot contact the installer, contact the
manufacturer.
WARNING: THERE ARE CERTAIN HARDWARE FUNCTIONS ON THE AVL-1 WHICH ARE NOT SUPERVISED. IF ANY
SUCH HARDWARE FUNCTIONS FAIL, THE AVL-1 MAY NOT PROVIDE THE INTENDED WARNING AND/OR NOT INDICATE A
TROUBLE CONDITION.
THE FOLLOWING HARDWARE FAILURES WOULD PREVENT THE AVL-1 FROM PROVIDING THE
INTENDED WARNING:
1. THE "SHORT CIRCUIT" DETECTION CIRCUITRY FOR ANY ONE OR ALL OF THE EIGHT CONTACT
INPUTS.
2. THE SERIAL PORT RECEIVER.
3. THE PLAY CONTACT FOR EACH OF THE FOUR OUTPUT CHANNELS.
THE FOLLOWING HARDWARE FAILURES WOULD PREVENT THE AVL-1 FROM INDICATING A
TROUBLE CONDITION.
1. THE "OPEN CIRCUIT" DETECTION CIRCUITRY FOR ANY ONE OR ALL OF THE EIGHT CONTACT
INPUTS.
2. THE AUDIO SUPERVISION CIRCUITRY FOR EACH OF THE FOUR OUTPUT CHANNELS.
3. THE STATUS CONTACT.
THESE HARDWARE FUNCTIONS MUST BE PERIODICALLY CHECKED FOR PROPER OPERATION.
REFER TO PERIODIC TESTING SECTION FOR RECOMMENDED TESTS.
Additional copies of this manual may be obtained from manufacturer.
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CONTENTS
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Introduction..................................................................................................................…………………………….... 8
Operation............................................................................................................................................…………... 10
Message Memory.............................................................................................................................…………. 10
Input and Output Options...................................…........................................................…………………………... 10
Message Files...................................................................................................................................…………. 11
Output Channels...............................................................................................................................…………. 12
File Priority.........................................................................................................................................……….. 12
Acknowledge Playing Files.....................................................................…........................………………………... 12
Reset Playing Files...........................................................................…......................…………..………………….. 13
Playing Files........................................................................................................................................………. 13
System Pause.....................................................................................................................................……….. 13
Supervision......................................................................................................................……………………….. 13
Standby Battery Calculations................................................................................…………………………………... 15
Access Key and Password Protection................................................................................……………………….... 15
Memory Retention Battery............................................................................................………………………….... 15
Message Recording......................................................................................................................……………...….. 16
Setting Volume Control......................................................................................................................……...... 16
Recording a Voice File........................................................................................................................……..… 17
Creating a String File.........................................................................................................................…………. 17
Transferring Data.............................................................................................................………………………… 18
Installati......................................................................................................................………………………………. 21
Wiring Guidelines..........................................................................................................…………………………... 22
Mounting.................................................................................................................................………………… 22
Field Wiring...............................................................................................................................…....…….…… 24
Field Wiring Checkout..................................................................................………………………..………………... 29
System Checkout.............................................................................................................................…………. 30
Ground Fault Detection Sensitivity Adjustment..................................................................…………………………. 30
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................………… 31
Procedures A, B, C.......................................................................................…………………………………………. 32
Procedures D, E..............................................................................….........………………………………………….. 33
Procedure F, G...........................................................…............................…………………………..……………….. 34
Procedure H, I, J......................................................................................................…..………………………..... 35
Periodic Testing.....................................................................................................................................………… 36
Technical Specifications..........................................................................................................................………… 37
Glossary..........................................................................................................................................……………… 40
Limited Warranty...................................................................................................................................…………. 41
Limitation of Liability................................................................................................................................……….. 41
Appendix A. Standard Protocol Description (RS-232)......................................................................………………….. A-1
Appendix B. Notifier Protocol Description (RS-232).............................................................………………………….... B-1
Appendix C. Display and Keypad Operation..........................................................…………………….....………………. C-1
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List of Figures
Figure 1 Basic Capabilities Of The AVL-1 Products....................................………………..……….. 9
Figure 2 AVL-1 Interior View......................................................................………….………….. 20
Figure 3 AVL-1 Mounting.........................................................................…….…………………. 23
Figure 4 File Input Wiring.................................................................................………………... 25
Figure 5 Audio Output/Music Input/Channel Playing Wiring.................................................…... 26
Figure 6 Input Voltage and Status Contact Wiring.....................................................…….……. 26
Figure 7 Typical System Block Diagram........................................................…………………..… 27
Figure 8 AVL-1 Main Board Layout................................................................……………………. 28
Figure 9 RS-232 Port Pin Out................................................................................……………. 29
Figure 10 RS-485 Port Pin Out................................................................................……………. 29
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Introduction
Notifier's VoiceLink products provide unique digital recording, programming, storage, and playback capabilities to create versatile
and automated announcement systems. Figure 1 illustrates the basic capabilities of the AVL-1.
The AVL-1 can record voice, tones, and other sounds. The AVL-1 can then playback the recorded voice, tones, and other sounds
through amplification equipment (not supplied with the AVL-1) when instructed to do so by a contact closure or an instruction over a
serial link from other equipment. The AVL-1 may also be used for programming message files into a Series AVL-EM.
This manual describes the AVL-1 which features:
•Up to 16 minutes of audio storage in volatile PSRAM (see "PSRAM" definition in glossary) memory integrated circuits
("IC's") and a memory retention battery to power the memory IC's during power failure conditions.
•Selective activation of up to 8 message files using contact closures or open collector transistor switching (expandable
to 256 message files using optional AVL-EM's).
•Selective activation of up to 999 message files through the serial port.
•Keypad and menu driven LCD display with password protection.
•Field upgradable.
•Record using microphone or high impedance input.
•Up to 5 levels of message file priority assignments with the two least significant priority levels being acknowledgeable.
•Up to 4 audio output channels.
•Supervision of input lines and many internal operations with trouble diagnosis and notification.
•Serial communication supervision and optional verification of serial commands with a trouble indication if an error is
detected.
•An optional telephone interface.
•An RS-232 interface and an optional RS-485.
A AVL-1 MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED, PROGRAMMED AND CONNECTED TO A COMPATIBLE CONTROL PANEL AND
AUDIO SYSTEM, AND A POWER SUPPLY, TO FUNCTION IN A VOICE ANNOUNCEMENT SYSTEM. THE AVL-1 OPERATES
ONLY WITH REGULATED AND FILTERED DC VOLTAGE, NOT FULL-WAVE-RECTIFIED VOLTAGE.
The control panel can range from simple push-buttons or detectors that provide contact closures to activate AVL-1 files to
sophisticated, computer-based control panels that address AVL-1 files through a serial port. Similarly, the audio system can range
from a simple amplified speaker to a large, multi-channel audio distribution system that may also be integrated with a zoned
telephone paging system. Notifier offers a wide line of audio equipment to configure such systems.
Wheelock models; DV-100, DV-200, MDV-2, DX-100, DX-200, MDX-2 and DV-EM are UL 864 approved for use with Fire Alarm
Control Panels (FACP). The above models are used as accessory control units in UL 864 listed protective signaling systems. All
models have an operating voltage range of 11.0-29.0VDC. All are operated by a serial port or contact closure with an adjustable
output from 0.5-2.0VRMS.
WARNING: THE AVL-1 IS NOT A LISTED UL 864 PROTECTIVE SIGNALING SYSTEM. THE AVL-1 DOES NOT PROVIDE
SUPERVISION OF ITS OUTPUT CIRCUITS. THE AVL-1 IS LISTED FOR USE WITH A COMPATIBLE UL 864 LISTED
PROTECTIVE SIGNALING SYSTEM.
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Figure 1.
Basic Capabilities Of The AVL-1 Products
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Operation
This chapter describes the operating characteristics of the AVL-1. Included is information about the following AVL-1 features:
•Message Memory
•Input and Output Options
•Message Files
•Output Channels
•File Priority
•Playing Files
•System Pause
•Supervision
•Standby Battery Calculations
•Access Key Password Protection
•Memory Retention Battery
Message Memory
The AVL-1 has the ability to store up to sixteen minutes of audio. The audio is stored digitally on up to eight memory IC's. Each
memory IC can store up to two minutes of audio messages. See Figure 8 for the socket locations S63 thru S70 on the AVL-1
printed circuit board into which the eight memory IC's, U63 thru U70, are inserted.
These memory IC's are commonly referred to as pseudo static random access memories ("PSRAM's"). If the input power is
disconnected and the memory retention battery is or has been disconnected or discharged, the PSRAM IC's will be erased.
WARNING:IF THE INPUT POWER IS DISCONNECTED AND THE MEMORY RETENTION BATTERY IS OR HAS BEEN
DISCONNECTED OR DISCHARGED, ALL MESSAGES IN THE PSRAM IC'S WILL BE ERASED. IF STORED MESSAGES ARE
ERASED, THEY WILL NOT BE DELIVERED TO THE AUDIO SYSTEM WHEN INPUT POWER IS RESTORED. THIS COULD
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
Input and Output Options
Each AVL-1 model includes 8 inputs that can be used to activate file numbers 1 through 8 with a contact closure or a transistor
switch across the corresponding input terminals. The optional digital voice expansion modules (“DV-EM”) can provide 32 inputs.
When a DV-EM module is used, the 8 inputs in the AVL-1 unit cannot be used. Up to 8 DV-EM’s can be connected to a AVL-1 for
a total of 256 inputs.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT AVL-1 OUTPUTS ARE CONNECTED TO A PROPERLY OPERATING, LISTED
COMPATIBLE AUDIO SYSTEM SO THAT MESSAGE FILES ASSIGNED TO THAT CHANNEL CAN BE PLAYED.
The AVL-1 is provided with a serial port, through which up to 999 files can be activated with digital commands. The contact inputs
in the AVL-1 or DV-EM modules can be used along with the serial port. A command is required to start a message, and a second
command is required to stop the message. The operation is similar to closing an input contact (start) and then reopening the
contact (stop).
Up to four audio output channels are available with the AVL-1. The audio output from each channel of the AVL-1 is through a 600
Ohm transformer and is designed to drive a load impedance of 600 Ohms or higher. The audio level of each channel can be
adjusted by a potentiometer on the PC board from -3.8 dBm to +8.2 dBm (0.5 to 2.0 Vrms). All AVL-1 output channels can be
active simultaneously.
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Message Files
All messages are stored in files within the AVL-1 memory. Up to 999 message files can be stored. There is no limit on the length
of a message file (except for the limit imposed by total memory in the unit). There are two types of message files: voice files and
string files. Voice files are created by storing audio directly into the selected file number. String files are created by storing file
numbers of other message files into the selected file number. (See "file" and "string" definitions in glossary.) Each message file
must be assigned a priority level from 1 to 5 (1 is highest, 5 is lowest) and an output channel from 1 to 4. See “Output Channels”,
“File Priority”, and “Playing Files” sections for additional information.
WARNING: EACH MESSAGE MUST BE ASSIGNED ITS INTENDED OUTPUT CHANNEL AND PRIORITY LEVEL DURING
PROGRAMMING OR THE MESSAGE WILL NOT BE PLAYED WHEN AND WHERE REQUIRED. THIS COULD RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
String files reduce the message memory requirements by allowing many different message files to be created with a relatively small
library of voice files that contain custom words or phrases and using one or more of the six string file commands. The string file
commands are ADD, PAUSE, COMMON REPEAT, FILE REPEAT, TELEPHONE, and END. ADD is used to add a previously
created message file to the string. PAUSE is used to add a period of silence to the string. COMMON REPEAT is used to play the
next entered file number multiple times. FILE REPEAT is used to play the entire file again a specified number of times after the
file has been de-activated. TELEPHONE is used to add telephone numbers to a string file. END is used to finalize the string.
The following is an example of creating string files from a small library of voice files using the ADD command.
The following voice messages are recorded into the indicated file numbers:
“There is a fire on the” into file number 100
“First” into file number 101
“Second” into file number 102
“Third” into file number 103
“Floor” into file number 104
Create three string files as indicated:
File 1: ADD 100, ADD 101, ADD 104, END
File 2: ADD 100, ADD 102, ADD 104, END
File 3: ADD 100, ADD 103, ADD 104, END
When file number 1 is selected to play, “There is a fire on the first floor” will be played. When file number 2 is selected to play,
“There is a fire on the second floor” will be played. When file number 3 is selected to play, “There is a fire on the third floor” will be
played.
The following is an example of creating string files using the ADD command and the PAUSE command.
The following voice messages are recorded into the indicated file numbers:
“Welcome to Herbie’s” into file number 100
“Our fish are the freshest in town” into file number 101
Create a string file as follows:
File 1: ADD 100, PAUSE 10 seconds, ADD 101, END
When file number 1 is selected to play, “Welcome to Herbie’s”......(10 seconds of silence)......”Our fish are the freshest in town” will
be played.
The following is an example of creating string files using the ADD command and the COMMON REPEAT command.
The following voice messages are recorded into the indicated file numbers:
“Run” into file number 100
“to the nearest salesman” into file number 101
Create a string file as follows:
File 1: COMMON REPEAT 3 times, file number 100, ADD 101, END
When file number 1 is selected to play, “Run, Run, Run to the nearest salesman” will be played.
The following is an example of creating string files using the ADD command and the FILE REPEAT command.
The following voice message is recorded into the indicated file number:
“Thank you for buying Notifier voice products” into file number 100
Create a string file as follows:
File 1: ADD 100, FILE REPEAT 3 times
When file number 1 is selected to play, “Thank you for buying Notifier voice products” will be played. The file will play continuously
as long as the file is activated. After the file is de-activated, the file will play three additional times. A momentary activation will
play the message four times. The FILE REPEAT command must be the last item in the string.
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The following is an example of creating string files using the ADD command and the TELEPHONE command.
The following voice message is recorded into the indicated file number:
“A fire has been detected at 101 Main Street” into file number 100
Create a string file as follows:
File 1: TELEPHONE [phone], TELEPHONE [phone]
TELEPHONE [phone], ADD 100, END
When file number 1 is selected to play, the phone number 555-0100 is called. If the line is busy or the call is unanswered, the
phone number will be tried two more times. After the third attempt, the next number in the string file is called. If three attempts to
that number fail, the next number in the string file is called, and so on. If the last phone number in the string file also fails three
times, the process starts over with the first phone number.
If at any point the called phone number is answered, the message “A fire has been detected at 101 Main Street” is played. Within
30 seconds of the end of the message, the digital voice module expects to hear an acknowledge code from the person receiving
the message. If the acknowledge code is not received, the digital voice module treats the call the same as a line busy or an
unanswered call. The acknowledge code expected is a “1-2-3” dialed from a touch-tone phone. When the acknowledge code is
received, the digital voice terminates the file, and no other calls are made.
The TELEPHONE command is only available to use in string files programmed for channel 1 with no secondary channels.
TELEPHONE commands must be the first commands entered into the string. Once any other command has been selected when
creating a string file, the TELEPHONE command is prohibited from being used.
Output Channels
The AVL-1 may be configured with between one and four output channels. Installed output channels are labeled consecutively 1 to
4, as necessary. Message files may be programmed to play out any combination of the four output channels. When a message
file is programmed to play out multiple output channels, the message will not necessarily play simultaneously on all selected output
channels.
File Priority
The priority of a file playing on one channel will not affect the priority of files playing on any other channel. Priority levels are 1 thru
5, 1 being highest, 5 being lowest.
Priority 1 and Priority 2 files WILL interrupt any file with a lower priority that is playing through the same output channel. Priority 3
and Priority 4 files will NOT interrupt lower priority files but will begin playing immediately upon completion of any lower priority file.
Any file that is interrupted by a higher priority file before it has completed playing will remain on the channel queue until it is allowed
to replay completely.
If two or more files of equal priority are activated, the files will play sequentially as long as the files are activated.
Priority 4 and Priority 5 files may be acknowledged. Files are acknowledged by the reception of an acknowledge command on the
serial port or activation of the acknowledge input. Acknowledged files will play one more time and then be removed from the
queue. Dry contact activated files must have their input released and then reactivated to play again. Serial command activated files
must have another serial start command transmitted to play again.
Files of all priority levels may be reset. Files are reset by the reception of a reset command on the serial port or activation of the
reset input. Reset files will stop immediately and are removed from the queue. Dry contact activated files must have their input
released and then reactivated to play again. Serial command activated files must have another serial start command transmitted to
play again.
NOTE:In the United States the latest NFPA guidelines and standards provide that life safety/fire notification alarm tone(s) and
voice message(s) are the only alarm tone(s) and message(s) that shall be assigned priority 1 for all AVL-1 output channel(s)
assigned to either a dedicated life safety/fire alarm protective signaling system or the life safety/fire alarm system portion of an
integrated multi-function system.
Acknowledge Playing Files
All priority 4 and priority 5 files may be acknowledged. Files activated by a dry contact input may be acknowledged by activating
the acknowledge dry contact input. Files activated by a serial command may be acknowledged by the serial acknowledge
command. Files which have been acknowledged will play one more time and then be removed from the queue. String files which
have been programmed with a file repeat will play the number of times selected by the file repeat option and then be removed from
the queue. Dry contact activated files which have been acknowledged must have their input released and then reactivated to play
again. Serial command activated files which have been acknowledged must have another serial start command transmitted to play
again.
Any dry contact input may be selected to be the acknowledge input. An input selected to be the acknowledge input may not be
used to activate files to play. The acknowledge input feature may be disabled by selecting input 0 to be the acknowledge input.
The acknowledge input selection is located in the SETUP procedure from the main menu.
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Reset Playing Files
Files of all priority levels may be reset. Files activated by a dry contact input may be reset by activating the reset dry contact input.
Files activated by a serial command may be reset by the serial reset command. Files which have been reset will stop playing
immediately and be removed from the queue. Dry contact activated files which have been reset must have their input released and
then reactivated to play again. Serial command activated files which have been reset must have another serial start command
transmitted to play again.
Any dry contact input may be selected to be the reset input. An input selected to be the reset input may not be used to activate
files to play or to be the acknowledge input. The reset input feature may be disabled by selecting input 0 to be the reset input. The
reset input selection is located in the SETUP procedure from the main menu.
NOTE: The reset switch must be located within a locked enclosure.
Playing Files
The AVL-1 stores message file activation’s in a separate queue (see "queue" definition in glossary) for each output channel. Files
can be added to the queue by a contact activation or a serial port start command. Files in each queue are played in the order of file
priority. Equal priority files are played in the order of activation.
When a contact activation is detected, the programmed message file is placed on the programmed queue. The contact input is
then not checked for activation again until the message file completes playing. Therefore, a momentary contact closure will only
play a message file once and a maintained contact closure will continuously repeat a message file as long as its input is held
activated (unless it is interrupted by a higher priority file, played alternately with other equal priority files, acknowledged, or reset).
(See "acknowledge" definition in Glossary.)
When a valid serial port start command is received, the programmed message file is placed on the programmed queue. Each time
the file completes playing, the AVL-1 checks to see if a valid serial port stop command has been received. If one has been
received, the message file is removed from the queue. As long as the file is on the queue, it will repeat continuously (unless it is
interrupted by a higher priority file, played alternately with other equal priority files, acknowledged, or reset).
System Pause
The ability to have a pause between messages is provided. Having a pause between all playing messages prevents messages
from “running together” and then being misunderstood. The system pause may be any value from 1 to 999 seconds.
Supervision
A trouble condition indicates that the supervision functions have detected a malfunction in the AVL-1. When a trouble condition is
detected, the AVL-1 may not be able to receive and/or remember message requests from the control panel. The installer and/or
user must make sure that any message requests to the AVL-1 during a trouble condition are reactivated if necessary when the
AVL-1 returns to normal.
If a trouble condition is detected by any of the supervision functions, the AVL-1 Form C status relay (normally energized) will
change state, the green system normal LED will turn off, and the amber trouble LED will turn on. The status relay contact closure
must be properly connected to and used by the control panel to indicate a system trouble. At the same time, the amber trouble
LED will identify if: (1) The AVL-1 unit is inoperative (steady light) or (2) Troubleshooting is required (coded blinking light). If a
trouble condition is indicated, follow the procedures in the "Troubleshooting and Servicing" section.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE THE AVL-1 IN A TROUBLE CONDITION, AS IT MAY NOT PLAY WARNING MESSAGES
WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS. IF THE
AVL-1 INDICATES A TROUBLE CONDITION: (1) PROVIDE UL REQUIRED ALTERNATIVE SIGNALING AND (2) HAVE
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONS IMMEDIATELY REPLACE UNIT(S) THAT HAVE MALFUNCTIONED.
WARNING: MESSAGES REQUESTED BEFORE AND DURING A TROUBLE CONDITION MAY NOT BE HEARD, WHICH
COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS. IF MESSAGES
REQUESTED BEFORE AND DURING A TROUBLE CONDITION ARE STILL NECESSARY, THEY SHOULD BE REPEATED
WHEN THE AVL-1 IS RETURNED TO NORMAL.
Input Voltage Supervision
Input voltage is supervised, and if the input voltage drops below the operating minimum voltage, the AVL-1 will stop operating and
indicate a trouble condition. The input voltage is also supervised for ground faults.
Program Memory Supervision
The AVL-1's program memory is supervised using sumcheck error techniques to detect any changes in EPROM data storage. If an
error is detected, the AVL-1 will stop operating and indicate a trouble condition.
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Message Memory Supervision
The AVL-1’s message memory is supervised using sumcheck error techniques to detect any changes in PSRAM data storage. If
an error is detected, the AVL-1 will stop operating and indicate a trouble condition.
Microprocessor Supervision
The AVL-1 has a watchdog circuit that supervises the processor and resets it (if necessary) or maintains a trouble condition if the
processor cannot be restarted. The watchdog circuit constantly monitors the execution of the processor program, and if the
processor program fails to function properly, will attempt to reset and restart the processor.
Expansion Module Supervision
If there are any DV-EM modules connected to the AVL-1, the AVL-1 will automatically detect their presence. It will then monitor
these modules. Thereafter, if any module is disconnected, the AVL-1 will indicate a trouble condition.
Input Line Supervision
All input lines (for contact closure or transistor activation) are supervised for open circuits and ground faults. Input line supervision
requires a LISTED 10K end-of-line resistor to be installed on each input including all unused and unsupervised inputs. Internal
AVL-1/DV-EM circuitry is also supervised.
To comply with NFPA requirements for interconnection of fire alarm control equipment, the AVL-1/DV-EM units must be located in
the same room as, and within 20 feet of, a listed compatible fire alarm control panel and a listed compatible audio system, or a
listed compatible audio system, with the wiring enclosed in conduit and properly connected to such panel.
WARNING: THE INPUT LINE SUPERVISION DETECTS ONLY OPEN CIRCUITS AND GROUND FAULTS. IF THE INPUT
LINE SUPERVISION IS NOT INSTALLED AS INDICATED, THE AVL-1 WILL BE UNABLE TO DETECT OPEN CIRCUITS AND
GROUND FAULTS ON THE INPUT LINE WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS. A SHORT ON ANY INPUT LINE WILL BE INTERPRETED AS AN UNINTERRUPTED
ACTIVATION OF THAT FILE.
Audio Supervision
The audio circuitry of each output channel is supervised up to the secondary of the output transformer. When a message is
playing, a trouble condition is indicated if an audio signal is not detected for more than 3 seconds or a low impedance load (less
than 600 Ohms)is connected to the output. An audio signal not detected or low impedance load detected trouble condition will
clear automatically as soon as audio is detected or the low impedance load is no longer detected, respectively. When no
messages are playing, the circuitry is continuously supervised for functionality. If a circuitry failed condition is detected, a trouble
condition is indicated.
CAUTION: External audio wiring is NOT supervised by the AVL-1. Notifier strongly recommends that the control panel be
designed to supervise the audio wiring.
Serial Port Supervision
The AVL-1 can receive instructions over a serial port. The protocol used on the serial port is described in
Appendix A. If a second, optional protocol is provided on the serial port, it is described in Appendix B.
The serial port is supervised for communication errors and ground faults. A trouble condition will be indicated if a communication
error is detected, the AVL-1 does not select a file, or the received command is not understood. The trouble condition will return to
normal with the next valid command received. See Appendix A (and B, if applicable) for additional serial port information.
The AVL-1 also provides a response for each command received through the serial port. If so programmed, the control panel can
supervise the serial port by receiving and comparing the response of each transmitted command. The control panel can both verify
the integrity of the physical connection of the serial communication line and the integrity of the commands received by the AVL-1.
CAUTION: External wiring to/from the serial port of the AVL-1 is NOT supervised by the AVL-1. Notifier strongly recommends
that the control panel be programmed to use the AVL-1's serial response capability (described in Appendix A or B if applicable) to
verify the integrity of the serial communications link and to record any communication errors for corrective action.
Ground Fault Supervision
The AVL-1 has the ability to supervise for ground fault conditions on field wiring that is not electrically isolated. The supervised
wiring includes contact inputs and serial port wiring. All other wiring is electrically isolated. Ground fault supervision may be
enabled and disabled by placing the “GROUND FAULT ENABLE/DISABLE” jumper (JP2) on the digital voice module in the desired
position. See Figure 8 for the location of the jumper JP2 on the digital voice module.
Memory Retention Battery Supervision
The memory retention battery is supervised for correct placement and functionality. The battery is not supervised for level of
charge. The battery is checked by the circuitry once every 5 minutes.
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Telephone Line Supervision
When a telephone string file is selected to play out channel 1, channel 1’s line out is supervised for connection to a telephone line.
The telephone line is supervised by monitoring the telephone line’s DC voltage and by detecting the proper call progress tones. If
either of these two parameters are not correct, the AVL-1 will indicate a trouble condition.
Telephone string files are also supervised for correct reception by the intended party. If three consecutive call attempts to the
same phone number go unanswered and/or unacknowledged, the AVL-1 will indicate a trouble condition.
Standby Battery Calculations
To calculate standby battery ampere-hour capacity needed to back-up the AVL-1 system power based on maximum input current
and number of output channels utilized, refer to the "Technical Specifications" section of this manual.
Note the indicated "stand-by" and "alarm" currents for the channel options supplied with your AVL-1 model. Calculate the battery
capacity needed for the AVL-1 equipment based on the required hours of standby and alarm operation for your control system.
Add this AVL-1 capacity requirement to the capacity required for the rest of your control system.
Access Key and Password Protection
The AVL-1 incorporates access key and password protection to prevent unauthorized use of the keypad. Passwords may be any
number from 0 to 999. The password must be entered correctly to access any system functions.
The initial password is 111. It is strongly recommended that this password be changed. Instructions for changing
passwords are given in the "Setup" section of Appendix C.
Once the password is entered correctly, the user has access to all system functions. If at any time the user has accessed a
system function, but failed to utilize it for at least five minutes, the accessed system function will cease and the enter password
screen will be displayed. The password then must be re-entered and the system function reaccessed.
NOTE: The access key and password should only be given to authorized and properly trained personnel who are responsible for
the operation, testing, and maintenance of the AVL-1.
Memory Retention Battery
The AVL-1 contains a memory retention battery to power the PSRAM IC's during periods when input power has been disconnected
from the AVL-1. The battery's only function is to prevent the message files stored in the PSRAM IC's from being lost. The memory
retention battery powers no other circuitry.
The AVL-1 contains battery charging circuitry to maintain the battery at full charge. The charging circuitry has two charging rates,
fast charge and trickle charge. The fast charge cycle is initiated whenever input power is connected to the AVL-1 and lasts for 24
hours. After 24 hours the fast charge cycle is terminated and the trickle charge cycle is initiated and will remain on as long as input
power remains connected to the AVL-1.
The memory retention battery duration times for new fully charged batteries during periods of power loss, is shown in Table 1
below.
NOTE:The memory retention battery in the AVL-1 is shipped in a completely discharged state.
CAUTION: As batteries age, they lose their ability to charge completely. The memory retention battery should be replaced
at least once per year to ensure optimum battery performance.
Memory Retention Battery Backup Duration
for New Fully Charged Batteries During Periods of Power loss
Number of
Memory IC's Minimum (Hrs) Typical (Hrs)
1 3000 6000
2 1500 3000
3 1000 2000
4 750 1500
5 600 1200
6 500 1000
7 428 857
8 375 750
Table 1.
WARNING:IF THE INPUT POWER IS DISCONNECTED AND THE MEMORY RETENTION BATTERY IS OR HAS BEEN
DISCONNECTED OR DISCHARGED, ALL MESSAGES IN THE PSRAM IC'S WILL BE ERASED. IF STORED MESSAGES ARE
ERASED, THEY WILL NOT BE DELIVERED TO THE AUDIO SYSTEM WHEN INPUT POWER IS RESTORED. THIS COULD
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, SERIOUS INJURY, OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
If for any reason the input power is disconnected and the memory retention battery is or has been disconnected or discharged and
all messages in the PSRAM IC's are erased, all messages will have to be reprogrammed into the Series
AVL-1 once input power is reconnected.
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Message Recording
WARNING: PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE SIGNALING MEANS WHILE REPROGRAMMING MESSAGES TO ASSURE
ADEQUATE PROTECTION OF PEOPLE AND PROPERTY. FAILURE TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE SIGNALING MAY CAUSE
PEOPLE TO NOT BE WARNED OF AN EMERGENCY CONDITION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
NOTIFIER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR THE CONTENT, CLARITY AND LANGUAGES OF, AND OUTPUT
CHANNEL AND PRIORITY LEVEL ASSIGNED TO, ANY AND ALL MESSAGES. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU HAVE
MESSAGE CONTENT AND LANGUAGE, SEQUENCE, OUTPUT CHANNEL AND PRIORITY ASSIGNMENTS REVIEWED AND
APPROVED BY QUALIFIED LEGAL AND SAFETY ADVISORS, QUALIFIED REPRESENTATIVE(S) OF OWNER(S) AND
USER(S), AND AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION.
To aid qualified personnel in performing necessary operational testing procedures, a script, listing all messages programmed in the
SAFEPATH panel, must be kept with the SAFEPATH panel.
This chapter describes the message recording procedures for the AVL-1. Included is information about the following AVL-1
capabilities:
•Setting Volume Controls
•Recording a Voice File
•Creating a String File
•Transferring Data
Performing the following procedures requires a knowledge of the display and keypad operation. Operation of the display and
keypad is explained in Appendix C. Appendix C must be read and understood before proceeding.
Setting Volume Controls
The AVL-1’s record circuit has one microphone input volume control and one auxiliary input volume control. The playback circuit
contains one volume control for each of the four output channels. The locations of the six volume controls on the AVL-1 are shown
in Figure 2. Note that all volume controls can be accessed without removing the printed circuit board cover.
The two input volume controls determine the record level of messages from each of the two sources. If the input volume controls
are set too high the Analog-to-Digital converter circuit will be overdriven and/or the input preamps will have clipped outputs. Either
of these two conditions will cause distortion. If the input volume controls are set too low the Analog-to-Digital converter circuit will
be underdriven. This will cause distortion and louder than normal background noise.
The four output channel volume controls determine the playback level of messages on each of the output channels. If the output
channel volume controls are set too high, the output channel amplifiers will have clipped outputs causing distortion. If the output
channel volume controls are set too low, the AVL-1 may not detect the audio level properly.
Before recording messages the input volume controls and the output channel volume controls should be set according to the
procedures set forth below.
Input Volume Control Adjustment Procedure
1. Set output channel volume control to minimum.
2. Set input volume control to maximum.
3. Record a message.
4. Play message. If message sounds distorted, decrease the input volume control. Repeat from step 3.
Output Channel Volume Control Adjustment Procedure
1. Set output channel volume control to minimum.
2. Play a message. If message volume is too low, or if an output channel error is detected, increase the output volume control.
Repeat from step 2.
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Recording a Voice File
WARNING: IF THE USER EXCEEDS THE AMOUNT OF AVAILABLE MESSAGE MEMORY WHILE RECORDING A VOICE FILE,
PART OR ALL OF THE VOICE FILE WILL NOT BE RECORDED. IF PART OR ALL OF THE VOICE FILE IS NOT RECORDED, THE
INTENDED MESSAGE WILL NOT BE PLAYED WHEN AND WHERE REQUIRED. THIS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
The following instructions will enable the user to record a voice, tone, or other sound message, play the message back to verify its content,
clarity, and output channel assignment, and view file data to verify priority.
1. Select "PROGRAM FILE" from the main menu.
2. Select "RECORD" from the program file menu.
3. Enter file number.
4. Enter priority level. If no priority level is entered, the AVL-1 will default to the lowest priority level (5).
5. Enter primary channel number. If no channel number is entered, the AVL-1 will default to the last selected primary channel number.
6. If the file is to play out multiple channels when activated, select “YES” at the first secondary channel menu. If the file is to play out
only a single channel when activated, select “NO” at the first secondary channel menu.
7. Enter secondary channel numbers, if necessary.
8. Record message. Press "1" to start recording. Press "1" a second time to stop recording. While recording, a countdown timer
appears on the display indicating the remaining available memory.
9. Select "PLAY FILE" from the main menu.
10. Enter file number.
11. Listen to the message as it is being played to verify message content, clarity, and output channel assignment. If the message clarity
is unacceptable or the message content or output channel assignment is incorrect, the message must be re-recorded.
12. Observe the trouble LED's while the message is being played. If an output channel error is indicated, the channel's volume control
must be adjusted higher and/or the message re-recorded at a higher level.
NOTE: A voice file must not contain 3 or more consecutive seconds of silence. The AVL-1 will indicate an output channel error
whenever audio is not detected for 3 or more seconds while a voice file is playing. If silence is required as part of a message, the silence
should be the result of a pause command in a string file to prevent indication of a trouble condition.
13. Select "DIAGNOSTICS" from the main menu.
14. Select "VIEW FILE DATA" from the diagnostics menu.
15. Enter file number.
16. Check priority level.
Creating a String File
The following instructions will enable the user to create a non-telephone string file, play the file back to verify its content, clarity, and output
channel assignment, and view file data to verify priority.
1. Select "PROGRAM FILE" from the main menu.
2. Select "STRING" from the program file menu.
3. Enter file number.
4. Enter priority level. If no priority level is entered, the AVL-1 will default to the lowest priority level (5).
5. Enter primary channel number. If no channel number is entered, the AVL-1 will default to the last selected primary channel number.
6. If the file is to play out multiple channels when activated, select “YES” at the first secondary channel menu. If the file is to play out
only a single channel when activated, select “NO” at the first secondary channel menu.
7. Enter secondary channel numbers, if necessary.
8. Files (voice and non-telephone string), pauses and repeats may be added to string file from string file menu.
9. Select "PLAY FILE" from the main menu.
10. Enter file number.
11. Listen to the message as it is being played to verify message content, clarity, and output channel assignment. If the message clarity
is unacceptable or the message content or output channel assignment is incorrect, the message must be re-recorded.
12. Observe the trouble LED's while the message is being played. If an output channel error is indicated, the channel's volume control
must be adjusted higher and/or the problem voice file(s) re-recorded at a higher level.
NOTE: A string file must not play voice files in an order which would allow 3 or more consecutive seconds of silence. The AVL-1 will
indicate an output channel error whenever audio is not detected for 3 or more seconds while voice files are playing. If silence is required
as part of a message, the silence should be the result of a pause command in the string file to prevent indication of a trouble condition.
13. Select "DIAGNOSTICS" from the main menu.
14. Select "VIEW FILE DATA" from the diagnostics menu.
15. Enter file number.
16. Check priority level.
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The following instructions will enable the user to create a telephone string file, play the file back to verify its content, clarity, output
channel assignment, and telephone numbers, and view file data to verify priority.
1. Select “PROGRAM FILE’ from the main menu.
2. Select “STRING” from the program file menu.
3. Enter file number.
4. Enter priority level. If no priority level is entered, the AVL-1 will default to the lowest priority level (5).
5. Enter channel number 1.
6. Select “NO” at the first secondary channel menu.
7. Enter all telephone numbers which are to be called from the string file menu. Telephone numbers must be the first items
added to the string file. Once a file, pause, or repeat has been added, telephone numbers can not be added.
8. Files (voice and non-telephone string), pauses, and repeats may be added to the string file from the string file menu.
9. Select “PLAY FILE” from the main menu.
10. Enter file number.
11. Verify which telephone numbers are being dialed and then listen to the message as it is being played to verify message
content, clarity, and output channel assignment. If the message clarity is unacceptable or the message content or output
channel assignment is incorrect, the message must be re-recorded.
12. Observe the trouble LED's while the message is being played. If an output channel error is indicated, the channel's volume control
must be adjusted higher and/or the problem voice file(s) re-recorded at a higher level.
NOTE: A string file must not play voice files in an order which would allow 3 or more consecutive seconds of silence. The AVL-1 will
indicate an output channel error whenever audio is not detected for 3 or more seconds while voice files are playing. If silence is required
as part of a message, the silence should be the result of a pause command in the string file to prevent indication of a trouble condition.
13. Select "DIAGNOSTICS" from the main menu.
14. Select "VIEW FILE DATA" from the diagnostics menu.
15. Enter file number.
16. Check priority level.
Transferring Data
The AVL-1 is capable of downloading files and system configuration data from itself to a Series DV-100 or another AVL-1. Files
may be either voice files or string files. System configuration data includes system pause information.
The AVL-1 containing the data to be downloaded is referred to as the source AVL-1. The digital voice panel (Series AVL-2 or AVL-
1) that is to receive the downloaded data is referred to as the destination digital voice panel. To download data, the source AVL-1
and destination digital voice panel must be setup and connected as follows:
1. Connect the J2 (see Figure 8) connectors on both digital voice panels using Notifier Model Number CAB-P cable (not supplied
with the digital voice panels, must be ordered separately).
2. Place the communication mode jumpers (JP1) on each of the digital voice panels in position A. See Figure 8 for the location
of the jumper (JP1) on the AVL-1 printed circuit board and Figure 8 in the Series DV-100 VoiceLink Operation and Installation
Manual for the location of the jumper JP1 on the Series DV-100 printed circuit board.
NOTE: When downloading to a Series DV-100 the input voltage to the Series DV-100 must exceed 15VDC. If the voltage does
not exceed 15VDC, the Series DV-100 will not be able to program its EPROM's and will indicate a trouble condition.
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Single File Download Procedure
1. Select "TRANSFER FILE" from the main menu on the source AVL-1.
2. Select “MESSAGE/STRING” from the next menu.
3. Select “FILE” from the next menu.
4. Enter file number of the file to be transferred.
5. Repeat step 3 for all files which need to be downloaded.
6. Test the destination digital voice panel to ensure that all files (messages, output channel assignments, and priority
assignments) were transferred properly by activating all transferred files on the destination digital voice panel.
The length of time required to download each file will vary depending upon the length of the file. String files are typically very short
and should be downloaded within several seconds. Voice files are typically very long. When downloading voice files, a good rule
of thumb is that downloading will require 30 seconds for every second of recorded time.
If for any reason the downloading sequence is interrupted (due to power loss, a disconnected cable, etc.), disconnect input power
to the destination digital voice panel for a minimum of two seconds and then reconnect. If downloading to a AVL-1, the partially
transmitted file must be re-downloaded, according to the procedures set forth below. If downloading to a Series DV-100, the
partially transmitted file must be either disabled or re-downloaded, according to the procedures set forth below. A disabled file may
not be played or re-used without erasing all EPROM's in the Series DV-100 with an ultraviolet (UV) light source.
All Files Download Procedure
1. Select TRANSFER FILE” from the main menu on the source AVL-1.
2. Select “MESSAGE/STRING” from the next menu.
3. Select “ALL” from the next menu.
The length of time required to download each file will vary depending on the number, types, and sizes of the files to be downloaded.
A good rule of thumb is that downloading will require 30 seconds for every second of recorded time.
If for any reason the downloading sequence is interrupted (due to power loss, a disconnected cable, etc.), disconnect input power
to the destination digital voice panel for a minimum of two seconds and then reconnect. If downloading to a AVL-1, the partially
transmitted file must be re-downloaded, according to the procedures set forth below. If downloading to a Series DV-100, the
partially transmitted file must be either disabled or re-downloaded, according to the procedures set forth below. A disabled file may
not be played or re-used without erasing all EPROM’s in the Series DV-100 with an ultraviolet (UV) light source.
CAUTION: Never disable a file on the AVL-1. Disabling a file on a AVL-1 will cause a trouble condition to be indicated.
File Disable Procedure (Series DV-100 Only)
1. Select "TRANSFER FILE" from the main menu.
2. Select "REMOVE" from the incomplete file menu.
File Re-Download Procedure
1. Select "TRANSFER FILE" from the main menu.
2. Select "REXMIT" from the incomplete file menu.
If the re-download attempt fails, when re-downloading to a Series DV-100, the file must be disabled.
System Configuration Data Download Procedure
1. Select "TRANSFER FILE" from the main menu on the source AVL-1.
2. Select “CONFIGURATION” from the next menu.
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Figure 2.
AVL-1 Interior View
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