Valcom VIP-851-25-IC InformaCast User manual

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ISSUE 1
VIP-851-25-IC & VIP-851-70/100-IC
InformaCast® Compliant
IP/SIP 20W Amplifier 25/70/100V
INTRODUCTION
The VIP-851-25-IC and VIP-851-70/100-IC
InformaCast Compliant IP/SIP 20W Amplifiers
enable voice access to a single zone of one-way
paging over an IP network, allowing page zones to
be extended anywhere network connectivity is
available. The amplifiers can optionally be
programmed as a SIP (Session Initiation Protocol)
device for connectivity to virtually any VOIP (Voice
over IP) telephone system.
The VIP-851-25-IC has output connections for line
level and 25-volt speakers only.
The VIP-851-70/100-IC has output connections for
line level and 25-volt, 70-volt or 100-volt speakers.
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
 1 Audio Input
 2 Audio Outputs (VIP-851-25-IC)
 4 Audio Outputs (VIP-851-25/70/100-IC)
 1 Form C Relay
 1 Contact Closure Input
 1 SIP identity for registering to a VoIP telephone
system
 Power over Ethernet 802.3at (PoE+) compatible
 Front panel activity LED
 Front panel PoE+ Fault indicator
 Front panel Supervision Fault indicator
 Provides line level audio for up to 40 Valcom
one-way amplified speaker assemblies
 Contact closure or VOX operation of audio input
 Removable screw terminal connectors provided
for audio and relay interfaces
 AUX input music mutes during page
 Barrel jack for optional DC power
Environment
Temperature: 0 to +40° C
Humidity: 0 to 85% non-precipitating
VIP-851-25-IC
VIP-851-70/100-IC
Dimensions/Weight
 1 Standard 19” Rack unit
 1.75” H x 16.6" W x 4.8" D
(4.4cm H x 42.2cm W x 12.2cm D)
 Weight:
 VIP-851-25 -IC 2.00 lbs. (0.91 kg)
 VIP-851-70/100-IC 3.10 lbs. (1.41 kg)
Nominal Specifications
AUX Input Impedance: 600 Ohms
AUX Input Level: -10dBm nominal
25V or 70/100V Output 20 Watts Max.
Line Level Output Impedance: 50 Ohms
Line level Output Level: - 10dBm nominal
Relay Current: 1 Amp @ 24VDC
Nominal Power Requirements
Via rear panel barrel connector:
Voltage: 24VDC
Current: 900mA
Via 802.3at PoE+ Ethernet Switch:
802.3at: Class 4
These products are intended for use with a UL
Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS”
rated 24VDC, or 48VDC (PoE).
PoE and all interconnected ITE are intended for
intra-building.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock,
Do not remove cover.
No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates that dangerous
voltage constituting a risk of electric
shock is present within this unit.
This symbol indicates that there are
important operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature accompanying
this unit.
Precautionary Designations
 WARNING: To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or
Electric Shock. Do Not Expose This
Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
 AVERTISSEMENT: Afin de réduire les
risques d'incendie ou de décharge
électrique, évitez d'exposer le système à la
pluie ou à l'humidité.
 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
 L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé à des
égouttements et éclaboussures et
aucun Objet Rempli de liquide, comme
vase, ne doit être placé sur l’appareil.
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when
the 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 area may cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
General Mounting Information
A) Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or
multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than
room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given
to installing the equipment in an environment compatible
with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified
by the manufacturer.
B) Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a
rack should be such that the amount of air flow required
for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
C) Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in
the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not
achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
D) Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to
the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and
the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on
overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate
consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be
used when addressing this concern.
E) Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted
equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g.
use of power strips).
F) Equipment only suitable for mounting at heights less
than or equal to 2m (6.56’).
INSTALLATION
Mounting
The VIP-851 is designed for rack mounting or wall
mounting.
Rack: Secure mounting brackets to the VIP-851.
Place the VIP-851 into a standard 19” rack and
secure with proper hardware (not included).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
1. Read these instructions.
Lisez ces instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
Conservez ces instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
Respectez tous les avertissements.
4. Follow all instructions.
Suivez toutes les instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil près de l'eau.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
Nettoyer avec un chiffon sec.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Ne pas bloquer les ouvertures de ventilation. Installer formément aux instructions du
fabricant.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Ne pas installer à proximité de sources de chaleur telles que radiateurs, registres de
chaleur, poêles ou autres appareils (y compris les amplificateurs) produisant de la chaleur.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
Ne pas contourner le dispositif de sécurité de la fiche polarisée ou de mise à la terre. Une
fiche polarisée possède deux lames dont une plus large que l'autre. Une fiche de terre a
deux lames et une troisième broche de mise à la terre. La lame large et la troisième
broche sont fournies pour votre sécurité. Si la fiche fournie ne rentre pas dans votre prise,
veuillez consulter un électricien pour le remplacement de la prise obsolète.
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
N'utilisez que des fixations / accessoires spécifiés par le fabricant.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified
by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
Utilisez uniquement avec le chariot, stand, trépied, support ou table spécifié par le
fabricant ou vendu avec l'appareil. Quand un chariot est utilisé, Soyez prudent lorsque
vous déplacez l'ensemble chariot / appareil pour éviter des blessures dues au
renversement.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time.
Débranchez cet appareil pendant les orages ou lorsqu'il n'est pas utilisé pendant une
longue période de temps.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way. Such as when the power supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen into the apparatus or the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture and does not operate normally or has
been dropped.
Confiez toute réparation à un personnel qualifié. Une réparation est nécessaire lorsque
l'appareil a été endommagé de quelque façon. Par exemple lorsque le cordon
d'alimentation ou la fiche est endommagé, du liquide a été renversé, si des objets sont
tombés dans l'appareil ou le appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l'humidité et ne
fonctionne pas normalement ou s'il est tombé.

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Wall: Attach mounting brackets as shown in Figure
1, and secure to wall with proper hardware (not
included).
Figure 1. Mounting
Power Connections
The preferred method of powering a VIP-851 is via
a Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) switch meeting
the 802.3at specification.
If the rear panel barrel connector is used for power,
the preferred power supply is a Valcom VP-1124D
or larger power supply.
Make all required signal connections before
applying power to the unit. If powering via 802.3at,
make sure all signal connections via the back panel
are made then connect the VIP-851 to the Ethernet
switch.
If power is supplied via the barrel connector, make
sure all signal connections are secure. Attach the
unit to the network via the front panel RJ-45
Ethernet connector. Apply power by plugging the
power supply into the VIP-851 via the barrel
connector on the rear of the VIP-851.
Network Connection
The VIP-851 has one RJ-45 network connector on
the front panel. Use a standard Ethernet patch
cable to connect the VIP-851 to an Ethernet switch.
Signal Connections
The VIP-851 has signal connectors on the rear
panel:
 AUX audio input
 1 Contact Closure input
 2 Audio outputs (VIP-851-25-IC)
 4 Audio outputs (VIP-851-25/70/100-IC)
 1 Form C relay output
AUX Audio Input: Line-level audio may be input
via the rear panel screw terminal block labeled
AUX. Nominal input impedance is 600 Ohms.
Audio connected on AUX is directed to the locally-
connected speakers (Output connections). The
AUX audio input is typically used for local
background music, and will be muted during a
page. The supervision feature of the 25V
speaker output is disabled if using the AUX
input for audio to locally-connected 25V
speakers.
Contact Closure Input: Contact closure input
labeled CC is provided for connecting an external
contact (relay, switch, etc.) to trigger actions in the
VIP-851. The input can be programmed to
remotely activate a relay on another Valcom device
across the network and send a syslog message.
Audio Outputs: Two or four audio outputs are
available, depending on model. The VIP-851-25-IC
provides two outputs, LINE and 25V.
The VIP-851-70/100-IC provides four outputs, LINE,
25V and 70V or 100V. The LINE output provides a
line-level signal suitable for driving up to 40 Valcom
self-amplified speakers or other devices requiring a
line-level source. The LINE output may be used in
combination with the amplified outputs. The
amplified outputs provide up to 20 watts of audio
power suitable for driving up to a 20 watt load of
25-volt, 70 or 100 volt speakers. 25-volt speakers
will connect to the 25V terminals. 70-volt speakers
will connect to the COM (common) terminal and the
70V terminal. 100-volt speakers will connect to the
COM terminal and the 100V terminal. Do not mix
25V, 70V and 100V speakers on the same
VIP-851-70/100-IC.
Relay Output: Access to the form C relay is
provided via a three pin screw terminal block. The
relay is labeled K1. The relay is brought out on
three terminals. The common contact is the middle
terminal with the normally closed contact labeled
NC and the normally open contact labeled NO.
Relay contacts are rated for 1A @ 24VDC.
VIP-851 Front View

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VIP-851-25-IC Rear View
VIP-851-70/100-IC Rear View
Setup
The VIP-851-25-IC and VIP-851-70/100-IC will
automatically acquire an IP address (using DHCP)
and connect to the InformaCast server when
connected to the network and powered up.
Information specific to your application will need to
be programmed into the InformaCast server. Refer
to the InformaCast documentation for further
Information.
Supervision
The VIP-851-25-IC can provide wiring supervision
capability of both the 25V and LINE outputs. The
VIP-851-70/100-IC can provide this capability only
on the LINE output. Supervision must be enabled in
programming. For supervision, the speakers
and/or devices connected to these outputs must be
supervisory compatible and there must be an end of
line resistance of 4700 ohms. Two 4700 ohm
resistors are included with the unit for convenience.
The unit will monitor the output pair(s) for opens or
shorts if so optioned. Wire monitoring is temporarily
disabled on the 25V output while it is active. The
output relay can also be programmed for
supervision to provide additional notification of
faults. If programmed for supervision, the relay will
energize during power up (NO will short to COM
and NC will open to COM) and will de-energize (NC
will short to COM and NO will open to COM) if the
unit has lost power, the PoE+ FAULT LED is lit or if
the SUPERVISION FAULT LED is lit solid or
blinking. Syslog messages are also generated by
the VIP-851 indicating system supervision activity.
Additional equipment may be required. Contact
Valcom Technical Support for more information.
Status Indicator Lights
The VIP-851 has status indication lights on the front
panel:
STATUS: Flashes during normal operation and
solid during system startup.
PoE+ FAULT: Indicates the lack of correct PoE+
connectivity or an incorrect configuration of the
power available at the network port.
SUPERVISION FAULT: Indicates a connectivity
problem on either the LINE (VIP-851-25-IC and
VIP-851-70/100-IC) or 25V connections (VIP-851-
25-IC only). The activity for this LED is configured
using the IP Solutions Setup Tool. The Supervision
LED can be configured for “Ignore”, “Track” or
“Historical” for monitoring both or either the 25V
output (Speaker Faults) and the Line output:
LED OFF – No problem with any output (or
programmed for “Ignore”).
LED ON SOLID – Existing problem with one or both
of the monitored outputs (in either “Track” or
“Historical” modes).
LED BLINKING - (only blinks if monitoring is set for
“Historical”) – indicates an intermittent problem on
one or both of the outputs that has been resolved.
Note: If the LED is blinking, the monitoring for
“Historical” is reset by software (via VIP-102B
tool), power down reset of the VIP-851 or with
the “factory restore” front panel button.
Green LED: (Link) Indicates Ethernet connection
when illuminated.
Yellow LED: (Activity) Indicator flashes to indicate
network activity.

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Factory Restore
Your VIP-851-25-IC and VIP-851-70/100-IC ships
with a switch accessible from the small hole on the
front panel. The factory reset switch has 3 modes.
Activate the modes by pressing and holding the
switch using a paperclip or pin for a given number
of seconds and then release the switch.
Supervision LED Clear:
 Hold the button in for 2 seconds
 Supervision LED will reset (clear) to idle and
then return to supervisory state without a full
reset of the device.
Network Reset:
 Hold the button in for 10-19 seconds
 Restores factory network settings
Factory Reset:
 Hold the button in for 20+ seconds
 Network Reset actions, plus restores password
to factory settings and overwrites configuration
files to factory defaults.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
When trouble is reported, verify power is being
supplied to the unit and there are no broken
connections. If a spare unit is available, substitute
a spare unit for the suspected defective unit.
Assistance in troubleshooting is available from the
factory. Call [phone] and press 1 for
Technical Support or via email at
[email protected].
When requesting assistance, you should include all
available information. General information and
troubleshooting procedures are available on the
Valcom website at www.valcom.com.
Valcom equipment is not field repairable. Valcom,
Inc. maintains service facilities in Roanoke, VA.
Should repairs be necessary, attach a tag to the
unit clearly stating your company name, address,
phone number, contact person and the nature of
the problem. Send the unit to:
Valcom, Inc.
Repair & Return Dept.
5614 Hollins Road
Roanoke, Va. 24019-5056
WARRANTY
Warranty information may be found on our website
at www.valcom.com/warranty.