Valcom VIP-804A User manual

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ISSUE 1
VIP-804A
QUAD ENHANCED NETWORK AUDIO PORT
INTRODUCTION
The VIP-804A Quad Enhanced Network Audio Port
enables voice access to four zones of one-way
paging over an IP network, allowing page zones to
be extended anywhere network connectivity is
available. The VIP-804A can be programmed as a
SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) device with four
identities (one per audio channel) for connectivity
to virtually any Voice over IP (VoIP) telephone
system.
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
4 Audio Outputs or Inputs
4 Form A relay contacts
4 Contact Closure Inputs
4 SIP identities for registering to a SIP
telephone system
RJ-45 jack for network connection
Front panel activity LED
Provides audio for up to 40 Valcom one-way
amplified speaker assemblies per zone
Output control contact closure provided during
paging output
Contact closure or VOX operation of audio
inputs
VM-186 RJ-45 Connector provided for audio
and relay interface
Page with music output, music mutes during
page
AUX audio input via RCA jack
Compatible with 25 or 70 Volt amplifiers
2.5mm jack for optional DC power
Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af compatible
Dimensions/Weight
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)
Nominal Specifications
Input Impedance: 600 Ohms
Input Level: -10dBm nominal
Voice Switch Sensitivity: -21dBm
AUX Input Impedance: 8 to 600 Ohms
AUX 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 VIP-804A
1 VSP Document
2 Mounting Brackets W/ Hardware
4 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 thatthere 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 VIP-804A is designed for wall, table or rack
mounting.
Table: Provided with the VIP-804A are four rubber
pads. Peel the pads from their carrier backing and
place at the four corners of the bottom of the unit.
Wall: Using the template on last page of this
document, mark the location of the bracket screw
holes on the wall. Drill 5/64" pilot holes, 3/4" deep,
at each screw location and use the wood screws
provided to attach the brackets to the wall. For
surfaces other than wood, use hardware
appropriate for the surface (not included). With the
brackets securely attached to the wall, attach the
VIP-804A to the brackets using the included
hardware. Figure 2 illustrates the bracket
assembly.
Rack: Following the assembly drawing, attach the
two mounting brackets to the VIP-804A unit. Using
rack screws, mount the VIP-804A in an available
1U rack slot. See Figure 1.
Figure 1. Rack Mount
Figure 2. Wall Mount
Power Connections
The preferred method of powering a VIP-804A 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 PoE,
make sure all signal connections via the back
panel are made then connect the VIP-804A 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 connecting
the power supply into the VIP-804A via the barrel
connector on the rear of the VIP-804A.

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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
Network Connection
The VIP-804A has one RJ-45 Ethernet network
connector on the front panel.
Use a standard Ethernet patch cable to connect
the VIP-804A to an Ethernet switch.
Status Indicator Lights
The VIP-804A 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 VIP-804A 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 all
Audio Out channels when Audio Out is idle. This is
typically used for background music and can be
enabled or disabled for each channel.
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 VIP-804A are
four RJ-45 patch cables and four VM-186 RJ-45
Connectors. Signal connections are made by
connecting one end of a patch cable to the VIP-
804A, Port 1, 2, 3, 4, and the other end of the
patch cable to the VM-186 connector. Access to
the signals is via screw connections or 110-style
punch down block connection on the VM-186 (see
Figure 3). Signals are present on pairs of pins, as
shown in the following chart:
Figure 3. VM-186 RJ-45 Connector
Setup
Information specific to your application will need to
be programmed into the VIP-804A using a
computer. The PC used for programming should
be connected to the same subnet as the VIP-804A.
Setup will be done using the IP Solutions Setup
Tool. Download the latest version of the free IP
Solutions Setup Tool from the Valcom web site 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 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

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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]

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