Smart Mt4-16 movietimes User manual

MT4-16 MovieTimeS™

Digital Phone Announcer

Installation and Operation Manual

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Glossary of terms used in this manual.

TELCO Telephone company line that comes to your building.

KSU/PBX Key Service Unit. A telephone system that has multiple lines. May be mechanical

buttons or electronic. PBX means Private Branch Exchange.

117VAC 117 voltsAC current.The wall power pack furnished in North America is a 12VDC 500 mA

supply. If this product is used in countries that have an AC line voltage of 220-240 volts AC then

a suitable power pack must be furnished by the customer.

Modular cable Standard connection to telephone wall sockets and phones. Known as RJ-11 plugs.

Central Office Origination of telephone service at the phone company.

LED Light Emitting Diodes. Solid state lamps.

REN Ringer Equivalency Number.This number represents the load on the phone line.Telephone

instruments and accessory products have this number on the product.

HOOK FLASH If you have CALL WAITING or other features supplied by the phone company as part of

your service, pushing the button on the cradle of the phone may cause a problem with

the MovieTimeS. We recommend you suspend these services by calling the phone

company and having the additional services removed.

# The “pound” button on the touch-tone phone allows you to enter the programming portion of

the program.

*The “asterisk” button on the phone is also part of the programming sequence when receiving,

deleting, or recording new messages.

Table of Contents

Introduction

System Description 4

Sample Application 5

Installation

General Information 6

Standard Installation 6

KSU / PBX Installation 7

Installation Notes 8

Lights & Indicators

Mode Light 9

Line Lights 9

Set up / Operation

Factory Reset 10

Seizing Control 10

Record 10

Review 11

Delete 11

Set Rings 11

Set Repeats 12

Set Master Password 12

Memory Request 12

MemoryTest 13

Restore Defaults 13

APPENDIX A - Message Configuration Table 13

APPENDIX B - Command Summary 13

APPENDIX C - Default Settings 14

SUGGESTIONS FOR RECORDING MESSAGES 14

APPENDIX D - Specification 15

APPENDIX E - Contacting SMART Customer Support 16

APPENDIX F - Notices & Warranty 16

INTRODUCTION

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The MovieTimeS is an advanced digital call screening and messaging system designed to answer calls with an

informative greeting, then let the callers select any number of the additional pre-recorded messages.

The MovieTimeS is a four-line unit capable of handling four calls simultaneously.

Message recording and system programming functions are accessed locally or remotely by a standard touchtone telephone.

Additional standard system features include:

Simple to use programming interface through touch tone phones

4 Easy access messages from the main menu

Up to 24 additional messages from a

movie selection

Each caller hears an independent message while sharing digital memory with others.

Flash Memory will not be erased by power failures or unplugging the product.

Message times in each box are variable. A short message will terminate at the end of the message and will not use the

entire time-space that may be available. This avoids long periods of silence.

MovieTimeS Messaging Flow

SAMPLE APPLICATION

The MovieTimeS was designed for use in movie theaters to announce up to 24 movies and the show times for each picture.

Other information may be selected about your theatre and programs.

The typical MovieTheater application

Greeting Message Thank you for calling MegaplexTheater. If you are calling for show

times please press 1. If you need information on ticket pricing, please

press 2. Directions to our theatre are available by pressing 3. A list of

exciting new upcoming features may be heard by pressing 4.

Movie List Message #1 To hear the show times forTitanic, press 1. Blast from the Past, press 2.

The 60 year anniversary re-release of “Wizard of Oz” press 3, (continue

for all screens).

Information Message # 2 Our standard ticket prices for Adults are $6.50, Children $4.50 and

Seniors $2.50 for all shows except the Sunday matinee before 5 P.M.

when all tickets are half price. Be sure to ask about our group and

movie club pricing.

Information Message #3 The Megaplex Theatre is in the new Northside Shopping Mall at the

corner of Northside Drive and Montford Drive. We are right across from

the Macy’s Department Store.

Selection Message #4 Star Wars is coming to the Megaplex theatre on May 21. This highly

anticipated blockbuster will be played on the new SMART Center

Surround 3X digital surround system. Other exciting new releases we

have booked are .... etc.

INFORMATION SEQUENCE:

Callers will receive the Greeting Message.They may choose from four information boxes.

One box lists the current movies and a number to select.After each message the caller is

returned to the Greeting Message. Hanging up completes the call.

Please see our suggestions for recording messages on Page 14.

You must know the secret password in order to enter the recording, delete, and review

modes. We suggest you give this password only to the staff members that use this machine.

Since the MovieTimeS can be programmed remotely, we suggest you change the password

when a person leaves your staff.

The MovieTimeS answering system works only with a touch tone phone.You may wish to tell

callers on the opening greeting message to call another number if they have a rotary (pulse)

type phone.This special line can use our MovieTimeS DASA300 digital announcer on the

phone line. Please call your dealer o the factory for details.

INSTALLATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

Install the MovieTimeS in close proximity to the telephone line which the unit is to answer

and within 6' of a 117VAC wall outlet.The MovieTimeS is designed to mount on a wall, shelf

or other flat surface. When mounting the unit, be sure to leave clearance at the rear of the unit

for connection accessibility.

STANDARD INSTALLATION

Install the MovieTimeS directly on the incoming telephone lines. Each line must be a dedi-

catedTELCO line.

Follow steps 1-6 for standard installation:

1. Attach one end of the modular telephone cable (included) to theTELCO jack of the

MovieTimeS.

2. Attach the other end of the modular telephone cable to the wall jack of the line intended

for use.

NOTE: Repeat steps 1- 4 for the second, third and fourth lines

5. Attach the included power supply to the 12VDC jack of the MovieTimeS.

6. Plug the other end of the power supply into the 117VAC wall outlet.

The MovieTimeS must be installed on the phone company side of your phone system. If

installed directly to an unsuitable extension line the phone system or the MovieTimeS may be

damaged. If you are not familiar with how your phone system is installed, or do not know

which lines go directly to your phone company please find a qualified person to perform the

installation.

INSTALLATION NOTES

Required Lines

The MovieTimeS does not require phones to be attached to the PHONE connectors for

operation. The MovieTimeS does require a working phone line to be attached to the

TELCO connector in order to seize control from the associated PHONE connector.

Line(s) to be Answered

The MovieTimeS can handle four telephone lines. The MovieTimeS can only answer the

line (or lines) that it is attached to, additional phone lines must bypass the MovieTimeS

and ring straight through to other instruments.

Hunt Groups

Hunt groups are a set of lines that all answer to the same number. If the first number in the

group is busy the next call rings in on the next line in the group.This service is arranged

through the phone company. If installing the MovieTimeS on lines arranged in a hunt

group, be sure to place the unit on the first four incoming lines. Be aware that the

MovieTimeS can only handle four calls simultaneously. If placed in a hunt group with

more lines than the four lines the MovieTimeS can handle, the additional calls bypass the

MovieTimeS and ring straight through to other telephones. You may install additional

MovieTimeS machines for each four lines in the hunt group.

Hook FlashTransfers

Some installations may use services such as CENTREX or CALL WAITING that rely on a

Hook Flash signal being sent to the Central Office. The MovieTimeS is not compatible

with these services and will interfere with the Hook Flash signal.

CPC The MovieTimeS is designed to use the Calling Party Control signal sent from the Central

Office to sense when the caller has hung up the phone. Not all Central Offices support

CPC signaling. If the MovieTimeS does not receive the CPC signal it may take as long as

90 seconds after message play is complete to return to normal operation and calls also

ring through even if the calling party has hung up during the message or transfer.

LIGHTS & INDICATORS

The MovieTimeS front panel has a multi colored Mode LED and a green Line LED for each

available line.

MODE LED

The Mode LED normally flashes green to indicate normal operation.The Mode LED also

flashes amber as the MovieTimeS processes commands.

In the event of a system failure, the mode LED flashes red.

LINE LEDs

The Line LEDs will show green whenever the MovieTimeS is in control of the line.

The FACTORY jack on the back of the MovieTimeS must not be used by customer.This jack is

used by the factory to load instructions to the internal computer. If program upgrades are

available in the future, your machine may be upgraded to the new software by returning it to

the factory to load the new operating program.

Note:You must delete a message before recording a new message. This is necessary because

your new message may be shorter than the old one and the last part of the old message will

remain. Deleting the message restores a blank memory box, ready for the new message.

Maximizing the capability of the MovieTimeS.

This digital answering device has 24 message boxes for show times on 24 screens. If you have

a 30 screen complex, often a movie is played in interlock on multiple screens. We suggest

you mention the movie once and use a show times box to give the show times for all show-

ings.

If you have more than 24 movies you may use one show times box for two different movies if

they run the at same times.

If you have a 10-plex, you will have 14 unused show times boxes.You may elect to use these

empty boxes for movie reviews of the current movies. For example: In the Movie List box say

“For Titanic press 2, for a review of this movie by the leading film critics, press 23.” Then

record a review in box 23.

SET UP / OPERATION

FACTORY RESET

The MovieTimeS can be reset to the factory default settings by holding the mode button down

while power is applied. This erases all messages and brings the system to a fresh state which

provides a good starting point for system configuration. See appendix C for a full listing of the

default values.

SEIZING CONTROL

The MovieTimeS is setup by seizing control of the unit to enter Command Mode and then

entering a series of two digit command codes to manipulate settings and record messages.

Seizing control of a unit can be done by one of two ways:

•Local -Through the use of a phone that is installed in the PGM jack of the MovieTimeS.

Control is seized by picking up the handset of the local phone, listening for a Beep tone

and then entering # * * followed by the Master Password (factory default = 1 2 3 4"). After

entering # * * followed by the Master Password, the dial tone may change to a busy tone

or start ringing, ignore it. Within 5 seconds of entering the Master Password the

MovieTimeS seizes the line and plays a triple beep indicating it has been placed in Com-

mand Mode.

•Remote -The unit answers and plays the Greeting message after a predetermined number

of rings (factory default = 1). If the message is not present, the unit answers and plays a

single beep. After the unit answers you may proceed by entering # * * followed

by the Master Password (factory default = “ll 2 3 4”). Within 5 seconds of entering the

Master Password the MovieTimeS seizes the line and plays a triple beep indicating it has

been placed in Command Mode. Failure to enter a password in 20 seconds, or after the

end of the message results in a disconnection.

NOTE: When control has been seized from the Remote, a busy signal is heard on the

Local telephone you are using.

Once the unit is in Command Mode the user may start entering commands. All commands

start by entering “*” and end by entering a “#””. After each valid command, a single success

beep sounds. Invalid entries are indicated by an double beep error tone.

NOTE: Seizing control causes any calls in progress on the other line to be disconnected.

MESSAGE RECORD

The Message Record commands allow the user to record one of the available messages.The

available messages and message lengths vary with the Message Table and installed memory,

see the MessageTable command for more information. After the command is entered, the

MovieTimeS plays a steady series of short beeps (ready tones) At any point after the ready

tones begin, the user may enter “ * “ to start the recording. Recording continues until the user

enters “ # “ or the maximum record time for the message is reached. At this point, the

MovieTimeS plays a success beep and is ready to receive the next command .The error tone

sounds if the user attempts to record a message that is not available in the current Message

Table or if the selected message has previously been recorded and not erased.

Note:You must delete a message before recording a new message. This is necessary because

your new message may be shorter than the old one and the last part of the old message will

remain. Deleting the message restores a blank memory box, ready for the new message.

Syntax:

*5 0 0 1# through *5024#

I Record Screen Message #1 - #24

*50 24#

* 5 0 3 1 # Record Greeting Message

* 5 0 3 2 # Record Movie List Message

* 5 0 3 3 # Record Info. Message #1

* 5 0 3 4 # Record Inf o. Message #2

* 5 0 3 5 # Record Inf o. Message #3

MESSAGE REVIEW

The Message Review commands allow the user to review each of the messages. After the com-

mand is entered the requested message plays. After message play completes the user hears the

success beep and returns to command mode ready to enter the next command. The user may

enter “ # “ at any point during message review to abort the play back, at which point the user

hears the success beep and returns to command mode ready to enter the next command. If the

selected message has not been recorded the user hears the error tone and returns to command

mode ready to enter the next command.

Syntax:

*6 0 0 1# through *6024#

I Review Screen Messages #1 - #24

*6 0 2 4 #

*6 0 3 1 # Review Greeting Message

*6 0 3 2 # Review Movie List Message

*6 0 3 3 # Review Info. Message #1

*6 0 3 4 # Review Info. Message #2

*6 0 3 5 # Review Info. Message #3

MESSAGE DELETE

A current message must be deleted before recording a new message. This will remove any

remnants of the old message, if the new one is shorter.

Each Message Delete command allows the user to delete any one of the messages. While the

message is being deleted the user will hear the system busy signal for a period of time followed

by the success beep, returning to command mode ready to enter the next command.

Syntax:

*7 0 0 1# through *7024#

I Delete Screen Messages #1 - #24

*7 02 4#

*7 03 1# Delete Greeting Message

*7 03 2# Delete Movie List Message

*7 03 3# Delete Info. Message #1

*7 03 4# Delete Info. Message #2

*7 03 5 # Delete Info. Message #3

SET RING

Set Rings command sets the number of rings that the unit answers on. Valid numbers of rings

range from 01 to 15. If a valid number of rings is entered the user hears the success beep and

returns to command mode ready to enter the next command. If the entered number of rings is

not valid the user hears the error tone and returns to command mode ready to enter the next

command.

Syntax... ( X =any value 01 - 15)

* 1 1 # X X # Set Ring to answer on XX rings

SET NUMBER OF REPEATS

The Set Number of Repeats command sets the number of times the Greeting message repeats.

Valid numbers of repeats range from 00 to 15. If a user enters a valid number they hear the

success beep and return to command mode ready to enter the next command. If the entered

number is not valid the user hears the error tone and returns command mode ready to enter the

next command.

Syntax... ( X X =any value 00 - 15)

* 1 6 # X X # Set Repeats

SET MASTER PASSWORD

The Set Master Password command changes the unit’s Master Password. Changing the Master

Password prevents unauthorized access to command mode. If you forget or lose your Master

Password you will be unable to seize control of your unit, either remotely or locally, until the

unit is refreshed. To refresh the MovieTImeS machine you must disconnect the power pack

plug. Hold the MODE button (on the front panel) while re-applying power. Continue to hold

the MODE button for 5 seconds after applying power to the unit.

If the Set Master Password command is entered correctly the user hears the success beep and

returns to command mode ready to enter the next command. If the entered password is not valid

the unit hangs up.

Syntax... (X X X X = any value 0000 - 9999)

* 9 2 # X X X X # Set Master Password

MEMORY REQUEST

The Memory Request command allows the user to identify how much memory is installed in the

system. If the command is correctly entered the user hears several beeps where each beep

represents 1 installed memory chip, or 8 MB of memory. After the command has completed the

unit returns to command mode ready to enter the next command.

Syntax...

* 8 0 # Memory Request

MEMORYTEST

The Memory Test command performs a diagnostic on the audio memory testing for errors.The

MemoryTest command erases all messages and resets the unit to the factory default settings. If

the command is correctly entered the user hears the system busy signal for a period of time

while the test is performed, followed by the success beep or error tone depending on the

outcome of the test. After the command has completed the unit returns to command mode

ready to enter the next command.

Syntax...

* 8 1 # MemoryTest

RESTORE DEFAULT CONFIGURATION

The Restore Default Configuration command restores the unit to the factory defaults. This

command erases all messages and brings the system to a fresh state which provides a good

starting point for system configuration. If the command is correctly entered the user hears the

system busy signal for a period of time while the units memory is erased, followed by the

success beep, returning to command mode ready to enter the next command. See appendix C

for a full listing of the default values. All messages are gone, and require re-recording.

Syntax:

* 9 9 # Restore default configuration

APPENDIX A

MESSAGE CONFIGURATION

The following table shows the lengths for each available message.

16 Minute Memory Greeting Message 45 seconds

3 Information Messages 45 seconds each

Movie List Message 60 seconds

24 Screen Messages 30 seconds each

APPENDIX B

COMMAND SUMMARY

NAME SYNTAX RANGE DESCRIPTION

Rings * 1 1 X X# 01 -15 Sets number of rings to answer.

Message Record *50 XX# None Records Messages

01-24 = Selections, 31 = Greeting,

32 = Selection List, 33-35 = Info.

Message Review *60 XX# None Reviews Messages

01-24 = Screens, 31 = Greeting, 32 =

Movie List, 33-35 = Info.

Message Delete *70 XX# None Deletes Messages

01-24 = Selections, 31 = Greeting,

32 = Selection List, 33-35 = Info.

Memory Request * 8 0 # None 2 Beeps

MemoryTest * 8 1 # None Tests memory for errors.

Master Password *92XXXX# Sets the Master Password

Where XXXX can be 0000-9999

Reset * 9 9 # None Resets Unit to default settings

APPENDIX C

DEFAULT SETTINGS

This table lists the settings that your unit has when first powered up or after using the Restore

Default Configuration command (99).

Rings 01

Repeats 0

Master Password 1234

Suggestions for Recording Messages.

Opening Greeting You need to mention the name of the cinema and district (if you have

multiple cinemas in the same town). Give the caller the options. We

suggest you mention the touch tone number AFTER the option so they do

not forget while listening to all options. Example: “For a list of movies we

are playing, press 1.”

Movie List This is always option 1. This message box leads to 24 screens with the

show times. Add variety to your reading by rotating the lead-in to each

movie. Example: “FORTitanic, press 1. IFYOU WOULD LIKETO SEE

Blast from the Past, press 2. STARTINGTHE WEEK Payback, press 3.

HELD OVER Private Ryan, press 4.... etc.

Write down you own list of lead-ins to each movie so you can rotate

them when making your recording for the week.

Directions Directions to the cinema can be an option message.This is valuable for

first time visitors to your theatre. Regular customers do not need this

information and would not access this option box.

Ticket Pricing Many cinemas have early-bird and senior citizens discounts. Also, movie

club specials.

Extra:The 4 th box can be used for any special promotion or event. It could be used to an-

nounce coming attractions. Example: “Star Wars is coming to this theatre in May. Presented in

digital sound with the new Center Surround 3X extended surround sound.”

All options should be included in the opening greeting message.You may also want to list a

special phone number for callers that do not have a touch-tone telephone.

APPENDIX D

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO

Encoding/Decoding 8 Bit U-LAW

Sampling Frequency 8Khz

Frequency Response 50 Hz to 3.5 kHz +/- 1.5 dB

MEMORY

Type Flash

Size 8 Megabytes

MESSAGING

Number of Messages 29

Total MessageTime 16 minutes

CONNECTORS

Power 2.5mm Power Connector

Line 1Telco RJ-11Type Modular Jack

Line 2Telco RJ-11Type Modular Jack

Line 3Telco RJ-11Type Modular Jack

Line 4Telco RJ-11Type Modular Jack

Factory RJ-45Type Modular Jack

Program RJ-11Type Modular Jack

TELCO INTERFACE

REN(in) 1.2b

Required Line 90V Ring, Loop Start

POWER

Primary Input 12VdC @ 500mA

Source 117VAC, 60 Hz UL/CSA Listed Power Pack

WALL MOUNTING THE MovieTimeS DIGITAL ANNOUNCER.

A plastic mounting plate and 2 self tapping screws are furnished with the MovieTimeS machine for wall mounting

the product.

1 . Screw the plate to the wall where you wish to mount the machine, making sure the plate is level.

2. Slip the two tracks on the back of the machine over the plate and allow the machine to drop to th bottom of

the plate.Two tabs on the bottom of plate will hold the machine in place.

3. To remove the machine from the plate, push the machine up until it is free from the tabs.

4. Make sure no wires are trapped behind the machine.

The machine should face UP with the line status LED’s on the top.

APPENDIX E

CONTACTING SMART CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Only contact customer service if you are unable to resolve your problem through the dealer you purchased this unit from,

and while you are able to review and make changes to the settings on the MovieTimeS you are experiencing problems with.

NOTE: SMART customer service provides support for the MovieTimeS only. If you are experiencing problems with

your phone system itself please refer your problem to the correct vendor.

Customer service can be reached Monday through Friday at 800-45-SMART from 8:00 to 5:00 EST.

APPENDIX F

NOTICES & WARRANTY

FCC Notice

WARNING:This equipment HAS BEEN TESTEDAND FOUNDTO COMPLY WITHTHE LIMITS FORA CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE PURSUANTTO PART

15 OF FCC RULES.THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNEDTO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTIONAGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCEWHENTHIS

EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation

of this equipment in a residential environment is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct

the interference AT HIS/HER OWN EXPENSE.

LIMITED WARRANTY

SMART devices, Inc. warrants that all equipment sold is free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of purchase.The

warranty extends 2 years from the date of original purchase and covers parts and labor. If the defect is not the result of improper use,

service, maintenance or installation, and if the equipment has not been otherwise damaged or modified after shipment, SMART or its

authorized representative shall either replace or repair the defective equipment at SMART’s option.After return of such equipment by

buyer to SMART, or its representative, shipment shall be paid by the buyer. No credit shall be allowed for work performed by the buyer.

Out-of-warranty repairs will be invoiced at the current SMART hourly rate plus the cost of parts, and shipping.

All implied warranties, if any, terminate two years from date of original purchase. SMART is not responsible for damage to other equipment or property or any other

consequential incidental damage of any kind, whether based upon contract, negligence or strict liability. Maximum liability shall not, in any case, exceed the

purchase price of the equipment.

The foregoing constitutes SMART’s entire obligation with respect to this product.The original purchaser and user or owner shall have no other remedy and no

claim for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion of

incidental or consequential damages, therefore, the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives specific legal rights.You may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state.

any means, either mechanical or electronic, without prior consent in writing from SMART Devices, Incorporated.The information in this

manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, SMART assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that

may be contained in this manual. In no event will SMART be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting

from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

In the interest of continued product development, SMART Devices, Inc reserves the right to make changes and improvements in this manual and the products it

describes at any time, without notice or obligation.