Valcom VIP-MC User manual

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VIP-MC
IP MASTER CLOCK
INTRODUCTION
The Valcom VIP-MC IP Master Clock is designed to
provide clock synchronization signals to Valcom
and many other manufacturers’ clocks. Signaling
for IP network devices include Network Time
Protocol (NTP) and Daytime protocol. Analog
(wired) correction signals include 2-wire Digital
Correction, 2-wire BCD Correction and many Relay-
controlled corrections.
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
•Acquires time from any NTP server over the IP
network or date and time can be manually set.
•Provides time to NTP clients and/or Daytime
protocol clients
•Programmable via web browser, Valcom VIP-
102B Programming Tool or front panel LCD
display
•Very high precision internal Real Time Clock
•Provides 2-wire Digital correction, 2-wire BCD
correction and over 16 Relay correction formats
•Four Form C relay outputs
•Two Contact Closure inputs
•Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af compatible
•2.5 mm barrel jack for optional DC power input
Supported Synchronization Outputs
•59th Minute (Default)
•58th Minute (types 1, 2, 3 or 4)
•Sync-Wired 12 hour (w/ or w/o Generator relay)
•Sync-Wired 24 hour (w/ or w/o Generator relay)
•Digital 12 Hour
•Digital 24 Hour
•National Time 12hr 27m
•National Time 12hr 25m 24s
•National Time & Rauland (type 1 or 2)
•Rauland Digital
•Cincinnati D6 Impulse 12hr
•Cincinnati D3 Impulse 59th
•Once-A-Day Pulse (custom Time and Duration)
•Custom Control
Dimensions/Weight
•1.75” H x 16.5” W x 11.88” D (1 RU)
(4.45cm x 41.9cm x 30.18cm)
•Weight 3.70 lbs. (1.68 kg)
Nominal Specifications
Relay Current: 10 Amps @ 24Vdc or 250Vac
Nominal Power Requirements
Via rear panel barrel connector:
Voltage: 24Vdc
Current: 300mA
Via 802.3af PoE Ethernet Switch:
802.3af: Class 3
These products are intended for use with a UL
Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS”
rated 24 Vdc, or 48 Vdc (PoE).
PoE and all interconnected ITE are intended for
intra-building.
Environment
Temperature: 0 to +40° C
Humidity: 0 to 85% non-precipitating
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.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock,
Do not remove cover (or back).
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.
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.
INSTALLATION
Mounting
The VIP-MC is designed for rack mounting. Attach
the provided mounting brackets to the sides of the
VIP-MC using the included screws. Attach the VIP-
MC to the rack posts as shown in Figure 2.
Network Connection
The VIP-MC has one RJ-45 network connector on
the front panel. Use a standard Ethernet patch
cable to connect the VIP-MC to an Ethernet switch.
Power and Signal Connections
Power and Signal connections are located behind a
removable cover on the rear of the VIP-MC.
Remove two screws to remove the cover, then
reattach the cover after making required
connections.
The preferred method of powering a VIP-MC is
via a Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch meeting the
802.3af specification. For external power using the
rear panel barrel connector, the preferred power
supply is a Valcom VIP-324D.
If powering via 802.3af PoE, make sure all signal
connections via the back panel are made then
connect the VIP-MC to the Ethernet switch.
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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If external power is supplied via the barrel
connector, make all signal connections on the rear
panel and attach the unit to the network via the front
panel RJ-45 Ethernet connector. Apply power by
plugging the power supply into the VIP-MC via the
jack on the rear of the VIP-MC.
The VIP-MC signal connectors are on the rear
panel, as shown in Figure 1.
•4 Form C relays
•1 RS485 output
•1 BCD output
•2 Contact Closure switch inputs
•1 24Vdc power input
Figure 1
K1, K2, K3, K4 Relays:Four Form C relays are
available for clock control, supervision or general
usage depending on the programming options
selected. The screw terminal blocks are removable
for easier installation. The terminals are labeled for
Common (C), Normally Closed (NC) and Normally
Open (NO).
RS485 OUT: The RS485 output connection
provides signaling for 2-wire Digital-Corrected
Clocks in a format suitable for direct input to a
Valcom V-CCU Clock Controller. The connector is
a 6-pin RJ11 with the signal appearing on the
center two pins (3 & 4). The output signal is the
same as a Valcom V-DCPI.
BCD OUT: The BCD output connection provides
signaling for 2-wire BCD Corrected Clocks, typically
used with Simplex clocks.
SWITCH INPUTS 1 & 2: The two Switch Inputs are
dry contact inputs which can be programmed to
manually control one of the relay outputs or to set
the system time. If provisioned for System Time,
the VIP-MC will be set to a user-specified time
when the contact is closed.
24V DC: Barrel connector input jack for external
power.
SETUP
Programming
Information specific to your application must be
programmed into the VIP-MC. Programming can
be done using the front panel LCD control, using
the built-in web interface or using the Valcom VIP-
102B IP Solutions setup tool. For ease of access,
the PC used for programming should be connected
to the same subnet as the VIP-MC. Download the
latest version of the free IP Solutions Setup Tool
from the Valcom web site at
www.valcom.com/vipsetuptool
The VIP-MC is programmed at the factory to
acquire an IP address using Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP). If the DHCP scope
includes Option 42 (NTP Server) and either Option
100 or Option 101 for time zones, the VIP-MC will
operate using those values. If DHCP is not
available, the VIP-MC will revert to the static IP
address of 192.168.6.207 after 3 minutes.
Factory Reset
The VIP-MC can be reset to Factory default
programming using the front panel LCD control.
Two levels of reset are available. Press and hold
the OK button for 10 to 19 seconds to reset the
Network settings. Holding the OK button pressed
for more than 20 seconds will reset all programming
(including passwords).
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
[e-mail]. When requesting
assistance, you should include all available
information. It is strongly suggested that you go to
the web site and review the information at
www.valcom.com.

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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.
Figure 2