Valcom VE8004A User manual

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VE8004A/VE8004AR
QUAD NETWORKED PAGE ZONE EXTENDER
INTRODUCTION
The VE8004A/VE8004AR Quad Networked Page
Zone Extender enables voice access to four zones
of one-way paging over an IP-based LAN/WAN.
This allows page zone extension anywhere on the
network. The VE8004A is designed for wall or
table placement. The VE8004AR is designed for
19” rack mounting (1U).
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
4 Audio Outputs or Inputs
4 Form A relay contacts
4 Contact Closure Inputs
RJ-45 for network connection
4 SIP identities for registering to a SIP
telephone system
Front panel LED status
Provides audio for up to 40 Valcom one-way
amplified speaker assemblies per zone
AUX audio input via RCA jack
Contact closure or VOX operation of audio
input
Page with music output, music mutes during
page
Output control contact closure provided
during paging output
VM-186 RJ-45 Connectors provided for audio
and relay interface
Compatible with 25 or 70 Volt amplifiers
2.5mm jack for optional DC power
Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af compatible
Dimensions/Weight (VE8004A)
1.75 H x 6.75" W x 9.5" D
(4.45cm H x 17.15cm W x 24.13cm D)
Weight: 1.75 lbs. (0.80 kg)
Dimensions/Weight (VE8004AR)
1 Standard 19” Rack Unit
1.75 H x 16.50" W x 9.50" D
(4.45cm H x 41.91cm W x 13.33cm D)
Weight: 7.80 lbs. (3.54 kg)
VE8004A
VE8004AR
Nominal Specifications
Input Impedance: 600 Ohms
Input Level: -10dBm nominal
Voice Switch Sensitivity: -21dBm
Music Source Input Impedance: 8 to 600 Ohms
Music Input Level: -10dBm nominal
Output Impedance: 50 Ohms
Output Level: - 10dBm nominal
Relay Current: 1 AMP @ 24VDC
Nominal Power Requirements
Via back panel barrel connector:
Voltage: 24VDC
Current: 325mA
Via 802.3af PoE Ethernet Switch:
802.3af: Class 3
Environment
Temperature: 0 to +40° C
Humidity: 0 to 85% non-precipitating
Packing List
Qty
Item
1
VE8004A or VE8004AR
1
VSP Document
2
Mounting Brackets
4
Rubber Pads (VE8004A only)
6
Wood Screws (VE8004A only)
5
RJ-45 Patch Cables
4
VM-186 RJ-45 Connectors

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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.
INSTALLATION
Precautionary Designations
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.
Mounting
The VE8004A is designed for wall or table
mounting.
The VE8004AR is designed for 19” rack mounting
(1U).
Table: Provided with the VE8004A are four rubber
pads. Peel pads off their carrier backing and place
at the four corners of the bottom of the unit.
Wall: Secure mounting brackets to the VE8004A,
then secure the VE8004A to the wall. See Figure
1.
Rack: Secure mounting brackets to the
VE8004AR. See Figure 1. Place the VE8004AR
into a standard 19” rack and secure to rack with
proper hardware (not included).
Figure 1.
Power Connections
The preferred method of powering a
VE8004A/VE8004AR is via a Power over Ethernet
(PoE) switch meeting the 802.3af specification.
If the rear panel barrel connector is used for power,
the preferred power supply is a Valcom VIP-324D.
Make all required signal connections before
applying power to the unit. If powering via 802.3af,
make sure all signal connections via the back
panel are made then connect the
VE8004A/VE8004AR 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 VE8004A/VE8004AR via the
barrel connector on the rear of the
VE8004A/VE8004AR.
Network Connection
The VE8004A/VE8004AR has one RJ-45 Ethernet
network connector on the front panel.
Use one of the supplied patch cables to connect
the VE8004A/VE8004AR to an Ethernet switch.

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VM-186
RJ45
BLUE
ORANGE
GREEN
BROWN
BROWN
BLUE
N/O RELAY OUTPUT
AUDIO INPUT
CONTACT CLOSURE INPUT
AUDIO OUTPUT
WHITE/BLUE
BLUE
WHITE/ORANGE
ORANGE
WHITE/GREEN
GREEN
WHITE/BROWN
BROWN
Status Indicator Lights
The VE8004A/VE8004AR has 3 status indication
lights on the front panel:
STATUS: Illuminates at regular intervals during
normal operation. On steady indicates unit is in
reset mode.
The network jack provides two LED indicators:
Green LED: (Link) Indicates Ethernet connection
when illuminated.
Yellow LED: (Activity) Indicator flashes to indicate
network activity.
Signal Connections
The VE8004A/VE8004AR has five signal
connectors on the rear panel:
1 RCA jack for AUX audio input
4 RJ-45 connectors for signal connections for
each networked channel
AUX Input: Local audio may be input via the
rear panel RCA jack. Nominal input impedance
is 600 Ohms. Connect any compatible audio
source using an RCA patch cable. Audio
supplied through the rear panel RCA jack is
transformer coupled to both Audio Out channels
when Audio Out is idle. This is typically
used for background music.
Rear View
Networked Channels: Access to the networked
audio output, audio input, contact closure input and
relay closure output is provided via four rear panel
RJ-45 connectors. Provided with the
VE8004A/VE8004AR are four RJ-45 patch cables
and four VM-186 RJ-45 Connectors. Signals
connections are made by connecting one end of a
patch cable to the VE8004A/VE8004AR and the
other to the VM-186 connector. Access to the
signals is via screw terminal connections or 110-
style punchdown block on the VM-186 (see Figure
2). Signals are present on pairs of pins as shown
in Figure 2.
Figure 2. VM-186 RJ-45 Connector
Setup
Information specific to your application will need
to be programmed into the VE8004A/VE8004AR
using a computer. The PC used for programming
should be connected to the same subnet as the
VE8004A/VE8004AR. Setup will be done using
the IP Solutions Setup Tool. Download the latest
version of the free IP Solutions Setup Tool from
Valcom website at www.valcom.com/vipsetuptool.
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 ask for Valcom
Engineered Solutions Technical Support, or visit
our website at www.ValcomES.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

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VALCOM LIMITED WARRANTY
Valcom, Inc. warrants its products only to the original purchaser, for its own use, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under conditions of
normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of shipment. This Limited Warranty obligation shall be limited to the replacement, repair or refund
of any such defective device within the warranty period, provided that:
1. inspection by Valcom, Inc. indicates the validity of the claim;
2. the defect is not the result of damage, misuse or negligence after the original shipment;
3. the product has not been altered in any way or repaired by others and that factory sealed units are unopened (a service charge plus parts
and labor will be applied to units defaced or physically damaged);
4. freight charges for the return of products to Valcom are prepaid;
5. all units 'out of warranty' are subject to a service charge. The service charge will cover minor repairs (major repairs will be subject to
additional charges for parts and labor).
This Limited Warranty is in lieu of and excludes all other warranties, expressed or implied and in no event shall Valcom, Inc. be liable for any
anticipated profits, consequential damages, loss of time or other losses incurred by the buyer in connection with the purchase, operation,
maintenance, installation, removal or use of the product. The maximum liability of Valcom under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the
specific Product covered by the warranty.
Disclaimer. Except for the Limited Warranty provided herein, the product is provided “as-is” without any warranty of any kind whatsoever including, without
limitation, any WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
This warranty specifically excludes damage incurred in shipment. In the event a product is received in damaged condition, the carrier should be notified
immediately. Claims for such damage should be filed with the carrier involved in accordance with the F.O.B. point.
Headquarters:
Valcom, Inc.
5614 Hollins Road Roanoke, VA 24019-5056
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]