Toa RM-200SF User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
INTEGRATED VOICE EVACUATION SYSTEM
VX-3000 SERIES
Thank you for purchasing TOA’s Integrated Voice Evacuation System.
Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 : NOTE
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................... 1-2
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................... 1-5
3. SYSTEM FEATURES ................................................................................... 1-5
4. SYSTEM EXAMPLE ..................................................................................... 1-5
Chapter 2 : NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
1. VX-3004F/3008F/VX-3016F VOICE EVACUATION
FRAME .................................................................................................................. 2-2
2. VX-015DA/030DA/050DA DIGITAL POWER AMPLIFIER
MODULE ............................................................................................................. 2-9
3. RM-200SF FIREMAN'S MICROPHONE ........................................ 2-10
4. RM-320F FIREMAN'S MICROPHONE EXTENSION ............ 2-13
5. RM-300X REMOTE MICROPHONE ................................................. 2-14
6. RM-210F REMOTE MICROPHONE EXTENSION ................... 2-17
7. RM-200RJ TERMINAL UNIT ................................................................. 2-18
8. SX-200EL END OF LINE UNIT ............................................................ 2-19
9. VM-300SV END OF LINE UNIT .......................................................... 2-19
Chapter 3 : INSTALLATION AND SETTING PROCEDURES
(HARDWARE)
1. VX-015DA, VX-030DA, AND VX-050DA DIGITAL POWER
AMPLIFIER MODULE ................................................................................ 3-2
1.1. Changing the Speaker Line Voltage .................................................................. 3-2
1.2. Replacing the Blade Fuse ................................................................................. 3-2
2. VX-3004F, VX-3008F, AND VX-3016F VOICE EVACUATION
FRAME ................................................................................................................. 3-3
2.1. Installing VX-015DA/030DA/050DA Digital Power Amplifier Module ................ 3-3
2.2. The Zones Allocation Setting ............................................................................ 3-5
2.3. The ID Number Setting ...................................................................................... 3-7
2.4. Setting the IP Address ...................................................................................... 3-8
3. RM-200SF AND RM-300X MICROPHONES ............................... 3-9
3.1. The ID Number Settings .................................................................................... 3-9

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3.2. Adjusting Microphone Sensitivity
3.3. CPU Off Function (All-Zone Emergency Broadcast) Settings ......................... 3-13
3.4. Termination Setting .......................................................................................... 3-14
3.5. Using an External Microphone (RM-300X Only) ............................................. 3-15
3.6. Using an Auxiliary Input (RM-300X Only) ........................................................ 3-17
3.7. Compressor Function Setting ........................................................................... 3-19
3.8. Microphone Fault Detection Function Setting (RM-300X Only) ....................... 3-21
3.9. Installing the RM-200SF on a Wall ................................................................. 3-22
3.10. Installing the RM-320F on a Wall (RM-200SF only) ...................................... 3-26
3.11. RM-300X Extension with the Addition of the RM-210F ................................. 3-28
3.12. Installing the RM-300X on a Wall .................................................................. 3-29
3.13. Installing the RM-210F on a Wall (RM-300X Only) ....................................... 3-30
3.14. Creating Remote Microphone Name Labels ................................................. 3-32
3.15. Rack Mounting .............................................................................................. 3-35
4. CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................... 3-36
4.1. Removable Terminal Plug Connection ............................................................ 3-36
4.2. Input Equipment Connections ......................................................................... 3-37
4.3. Speaker Connection ....................................................................................... 3-53
4.4. Control Output Terminal Connections ............................................................. 3-56
4.5. Control Input Terminal Connections ............................................................... 3-57
4.6. Emergency Control Input Terminal Connections ............................................ 3-58
5. VX-3000F CONNECTION ...................................................................... 3-59
5.1. LAN Link Connector Connections ................................................................... 3-59
5.2. Sharing Standby Amplifier .............................................................................. 3-65
5.3. Speaker Selector Extension ........................................................................... 3-66
5.4. Analog Link Terminal Connections ................................................................. 3-67
6. SPEAKER LINE INITIAL SETTING ................................................. 3-68
6.1. Setting Items ................................................................................................... 3-68
6.2. OPEN/SHORT Criterion by Comparing the Current Value
with the Initial Value ........................................................................................ 3-68
6.3. Setting Procedures ......................................................................................... 3-69
Chapter 4 : APPENDIX
1. THE FIRMWARE VERSION CONFIRMATION ............................ 4-2
2. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 4-4
2.1. VX-3004F Voice Evacuation Frame 4SS .......................................................... 4-4
2.2. VX-3008F Voice Evacuation Frame 8SS .......................................................... 4-6
2.3. VX-3016F Voice Evacuation Frame 16SS ........................................................ 4-8
2.4. VX-015DA Digital Power Amplifier Module 150 W ........................................... 4-10
2.5. VX-030DA Digital Power Amplifier Module 300 W .......................................... 4 -11
2.6. VX-050DA Digital Power Amplifier Module 500 W .......................................... 4-12
2.7. RM-200SF Fireman's Microphone ................................................................... 4-13
2.8. RM-320F Fireman's Microphone Extension .................................................... 4-14
2.9. RM-300X Remote Microphone ....................................................................... 4-15
2.10. RM-210F Remote Microphone Extension ...................................................... 4-16
2.11. RM-200RJ Terminal Unit ................................................................................ 4-16
2.12. VM-300SV End Of Line Unit ......................................................................... 4-17

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Chapter 1 NOTE
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Beforeinstallationoruse,besuretocarefullyreadalltheinstructionsinthissectionforcorrectandsafe
operation.
• Besuretofollowalltheprecautionaryinstructionsinthissection,whichcontainimportantwarningsand/or
cautions regarding safety.
• Afterreading,keepthismanualhandyforfuturereference.
• Thisequipmentisnotsuitableforuseinlocationswherechildrenarelikelytobepresent.
• Anequipmentinstallerandthepersoninchargeofmaintenancearerequiredtofullyunderstandthefunctions
and structure of this unit, then be aware of electrical and mechanical risks before work.
Before starting work, he or she should take possible measures to prevent occurrence of such risks.
 BesuretocontactyournearestTOAdealerifyouneedtoconrmunclearpointsaboutrisksourcesofthis
unit.
Safety Symbol and Message Conventions
Safety symbols and messages described below are used in this manual to prevent bodily injury and property
damage which could result from mishandling. Before operating your product, read this manual rst and
understand the safety symbols and messages so you are thoroughly aware of the potential safety hazards.
When Installing the Unit
• Donotexposetheunittorainoranenvironmentwhereitmaybesplashedbywaterorotherliquids,asdoing
somayresultinreorelectricshock.
• Sincetheunitisdesignedforindooruse,donotinstallitoutdoors.Ifinstalledoutdoors,theagingofparts
causes the unit to fall off, resulting in personal injury. Also, when it gets wet with rain, there is a danger of
electric shock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3004F,VX-3008F,VX-3016F,VX-015DA,VX-030DA,VX-050DA,RM-200SF,RM-300X,
and VX-3000DS only)
 Usetheunitonlywiththevoltagespeciedontheunit.Usingavoltagehigherthanthatwhichisspecied
mayresultinreorelectricshock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
Do not cut, kink, otherwise damage nor modify the power supply cord. In addition, avoid using the power cord
in close proximity to heaters, and never place heavy objects -- including the unit itself -- on the power cord,
asdoingsomayresultinreorelectricshock.
• (ApplicabletoRM-200SF,RM-300X,RM-320F,andRM-210Fonly)
Avoid installing or mounting the unit in unstable locations, such as on a rickety table or a slanted surface.
Doing so may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage.
• (ApplicabletoRM-200SF,RM-300X,RM-320F,andRM-210Fonly)
Install the unit only in a location that can structurally support the weight of the unit and the mounting bracket.
Doing otherwise may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage.
When the Unit is in Use
• Shouldthefollowingirregularitybefoundduringuse,immediatelyswitchoffthepower,disconnectthepower
supply plug from the AC outlet and contact your nearest TOA dealer. Make no further attempt to operate the
unitinthisconditionasthismaycausereorelectricshock.
· If you detect smoke or a strange smell coming from the unit
· If water or any metallic object gets into the unit
· If the unit falls, or the unit case breaks
· (Applicable to VX-3000DS only)
If the power supply cord is damaged (exposure of the core, disconnection, etc.)
· If it is malfunctioning (no tone sounds)
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if mishandled, could
result in death or serious personal injury.
WARNING

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• Topreventareorelectricshock,neveropennorremovetheunitcaseastherearehighvoltagecomponents
inside the unit.
(Applicable to VX-3004F, VX-3008F, VX-3016F, RM-200SF, RM-300X, and VX-3000DS only)
 Referallservicingtoqualiedservicepersonnel.
• Donotplacecups,bowls,orothercontainersofliquidormetallicobjectsontopoftheunit.Iftheyaccidentally
spillintotheunit,thismaycauseareorelectricshock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3004F,VX-3008F,VX-3016F,VX-015DA,VX-030DA,VX-050DA,VX-3000DSonly)
 Donotinsertnordropmetallicobjectsorammablematerialsintheventilationslotsoftheunit’scover,asthis
mayresultinreorelectricshock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
Do not touch a power supply plug during thunder and lightning, as this may result in electric shock.
• Whenreplacingthefuse,besuretousethesuppliedone.Usinganyotherfusethansuppliedmaycausere
or electric shock.
VX-015DA: Blade 10 A
VX-030DA: Blade 20 A
VX-050DA: Blade 30 A
VX-3000DS: AC T8A H, AC T6.3A L, and Blade 35 A
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
Handle or use the batteries properly.
 Doingotherwisemaycauseleakageorexplosionofthebatteries,resultinginare,personalinjury,damage
to peripheral equipment, or contamination of environment.
When Installing the Unit
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
Never plug in nor remove the power supply plug with wet hands, as doing so may cause electric shock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to grasp the power supply plug; never pull on the cord itself.
Operatingtheunitwithadamagedpowersupplycordmaycauseareorelectricshock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3004F,VX-3008F,VX-3016F,VX-015DA,VX-030DA,VX-050DA,andVX-3000DSonly)
Do not block the ventilation slots in the unit’s cover. Doing so may cause heat to build up inside the unit and
resultinre.
(Applicable to VX-015DA, VX-030DA, and VX-050DA only)
Also, periodically clean the ventilation slots of dust.
• Avoidinstallingthe unit inhumid or dustylocations,in locations exposed to thedirectsunlight,near the
heaters,orinlocationsgeneratingsootysmokeorsteamasdoingotherwisemayresultinreorelectric
shock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3004F,VX-3008F,VX-3016F,VX-015DA,VX-030DA,VX-050DA,RM-200SF,RM-300X,
and VX-3000DS only)
Note correct polarity (positive and negative orientation) when connecting the power supply cord. Reversed
polarity connections will cause damage to the unit.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3004F,VX-3008F,VX-3016F,andVX-3000DSonly)
System units (except remote microphones) are designed exclusively to be mounted in an equipment rack.
Besureobservethefollowinginstructionswhenrack-mountingtheunit.Failuretodosomaycauseareor
personal injury.
· Installtheequipment rackonastable,hardoor.Fixitwithanchor boltsortakeotherarrangementsto
prevent it from falling down.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if mishandled, could
result in moderate or minor personal injury, and/or property damage.
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· Rack-mounting screws are not supplied with the unit. Prepare them that are appropriate for the equipment rack .
· (Applicable to VX-3000DS only)
When connecting the unit’s power cord to an AC outlet, use the AC outlet with current capacity allowable to
the unit.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
When connecting multiple appliances to a single power socket through a multi-outlet power strip, a total
current consumption of the appliances must not exceed the allowable current capacity of the power socket.
 Failuretoobservethisinstructionmayresultinareorelectricshock.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
When 2 or more AC power cords are connected to a multi-outlet power strip, never remove the power strip
from a power source.
When the Unit is in Use
• (ApplicabletoVX-3004F,VX-3008F,VX-3016F,VX-015DA,VX-030DA,andVX-050DAonly)
Do not operate the unit for an extended period of time with the sound distorting. Doing so may cause the
connectedspeakerstoheat,resultinginare.
• (ApplicabletoRM-200SFandRM-300Xonly)
 UsethespeciedACadapterfortheunit.Notethattheuseofotheradaptermaycauseare.
• (ApplicabletoVX-015DA,VX-030DA,andVX-050DAonly)
Contact your TOA dealer as to the cleaning. If dust is allowed to accumulate in the unit over a long period of
time,areordamagetotheunitmayresult.
• (ApplicabletoVX-3000DSonly)
 Makesuretoobservethefollowinghandlingprecautionssothatareorpersonalinjurydoesnotresultfrom
leakage or explosion of the battery.
· Donotshort,disassemble,heatnorputthebatteryintoare.
· Avoid using both new and old batteries together.
· Never charge batteries of the type which are not rechargeable.
· Do not solder a battery directly.
· Besuretousethespeciedtypeofbatteries.
· Note correct polarity (positive and negative orientation) when connecting a battery to the unit.
· Avoid locations exposed to the direct sunlight, high temperature and high humidity when storing batteries.
• (ApplicabletoRM-200SF,RM-300X,RM-320F,andRM-210Fonly)
Have the unit checked periodically by the shop from where it was purchased. Failure to do so may result
in corrosion or damage to the unit or its mounting bracket that could cause the unit to fall, possibly causing
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2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The TOA VX-3000 Series Integrated Voice Evacuation System is designed for both general and emergency
purpose broadcasts.
ItiscomprisedoftheVoiceEvacuationFrame,DigitalPowerAmpliermodules,PowerSupplyunit,Emergency
PowerSupply,andauser-speciednumberofRemoteMicrophones.
The VX-3000 system allows 3 types of broadcasts to be made: General-purpose broadcast such as general
paging and BGM, Emergency broadcast that the emergency messages are to be broadcast by an automatic
announcement device or remote microphone, All-zone emergency broadcast* that is to be made available even
during system malfunctions or failures.
The dedicated software is used to perform all necessary settings related to the entire system operation and
functionsincludingsystemcongurations,input-to-outputsignalrouting,functionassignmenttotheoperation
keys, operation of the control terminals, and selection of the failure detection points.
* Available when an analog link is connected.
3. SYSTEM FEATURES
• VX-3000systemisavoiceevacuationsystem.
• Decentralizedcongurationispossiblevianetwork.
• VX-3000systemisconstructedupto128ABzonesor512zonesassystem.
• SpeakerSelectorfunctionisimplemented,thenVX-3000systemisabletocovermanyzones.
• Ageneralbroadcastforasoundqualityregulatingfunctionispossibletodigitalizeallsound.
• Ageneralbroadcastingispossiblebylatitudesettingofcontrolinput/outputandpriorities.
4. SYSTEM EXAMPLE
LAN
VX-3000 System
VX-3000 System
1A
1B
4A
4B
VX-3004F
BGM unit
RM-300X RM-210F RM-200SF RM-320F
VX-015DA/030DA/050DA
VX-3000DS

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Chapter 2 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
1. VX-3004F/3008F/VX-3016F VOICE EVACUATION FRAME
VX-3004F, VX-3008F, and VX-3016F are collectively referred to as "VX-3000F" in this manual.
• TheVX-3000FisaunitdesignedtocontroltheVoiceevacuationannouncementsoftheVX-3000seriesvoice
evacuation system.
• Ithasaudioinputterminalsandcanoutputtheampliedaudiosignalstothespeakerlineswhentheoptional
powerampliermodulesaremounted.
• Compatiblewithnetwork,thesystemcanbeconguredindistributedarrangement.
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