Valcom PagePro VIP-201A User manual

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PagePro VIP-201A
SIP Paging Gateway
INTRODUCTION
The VIP-201A SIP Paging Gateway is designed
for use with virtually all IP based telephone
systems. The unit provides SIP addressable
groups and 1 analog output. The VIP-201A can
control thousands of IP and/or analog speakers
or provide interface to legacy paging systems.
Connection to a SIP Server can be as individual
SIP Stations (extensions) or as a SIP trunk.
Station mode provides up to 8 SIP-addressable
groups. Trunk mode accepts up to 100 SIP
phone numbers for flexible grouping.
SPECIFICATIONS
Access Methods
SIP
Valcom Multicast Page Group
Power Options
Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af, Class 3
Compatible
Optional External Power Supply (VIP-324D)
Features
SIP-Addressable Groups
2 Analog Audio Output
2 Programmable Form C Relay Closures
RJ-45 for Network Connection
Provides Audio for Valcom Analog One-Way
Self Amplified Speaker Assemblies or 25/70
Volt central amplifiers
AUX Audio Input via RCA Jack, Mutes During
a Page
Output Control Relay Closure Provided
During Paging Output
Barrel Jack for optional DC Power
(non-POE)
Status / Network Activity LEDs
Programmable Feedback Elimination/Page
Repeat
Programmable Night Ring
Dimensions/Weight
1 Standard 19” Rack Unit
1.75” H x 16.6" W x 5.4" D
(4.57 cm x 42.16 cm x 13.71 cm)
Weight: 4.65 lbs. (2.10 kg)
Nominal Specifications
AUX Input Impedance: 8 to 600 Ohms
AUX Input Level: -10dBm nominal
Output Impedance: 50 Ohms
Output Level: - 10dBm nominal
Relay Current Rating: 1 Amp @ 24VDC
Nominal Power Requirements
Via rear panel barrel connector
Voltage: 24VDC
Current: 325mA
Via 802.3af PoE Ethernet Switch: Class 3
Environment
Temperature: 0 to +40° C
Humidity: 0 to 85% Non-Precipitating
Packing List
Qty Item
1 VIP-201A
4 Rubber Pads
2 Mounting Brackets W/ Hardware
1 VSP Document

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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 ofelectric
shock is present within this unit.
This symbol indicates that there are
important operating andmaintenance
instructions in the literature accompanying
this unit.
INSTALLATION
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
their own expense.
Precautionary Designations
Mounting
The VIP-201A SIP Paging Gateway is designed
for rack, shelf, or wall mounting.
Rack: Attach the brackets to the four holes
closest to the front on each side, then mount the
unit to a 19” rack.
Shelf: Provided with the VIP-201A SIP Paging
Gateway are four rubber stick-on pads. Peel the
pads from their carrier backing and place at the
four corners of the bottom of the unit.
Wall: Using the brackets and wood screws
provided, secure the VIP-201A SIP Paging
Gateway to the wall.
Power Connections
The preferred method of powering a VIP-201A is
via a power over Ethernet 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.
Network Connection
The VIP-201A has one RJ-45 network connector
on the front panel.
Use a standard Ethernet patch cable to connect
the VIP-201A to an Ethernet switch. If the
Ethernet switch is 802.3af compliant the VIP-
201A will draw power from it.
Signal Connections
The VIP-201A has signal connections on the rear
panel:
• RCA jack for AUX audio input
• 2 audio outputs
• 4 Pin screw terminal (Audio/CC not used)
• 2 Form C relay connections
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 Audio Out whenever it is
idle. This is typically used for background music.
Audio Out: Two audio output connections are
provided. The terminals labeled “Page” provide a
signal output compatible with Valcom
self-amplified speakers. Up to 40 Valcom
speakers can be connected to the Page output.
The terminals labeled “AUX” provide a signal
output compatible with most amplifiers and
should be used where a transformer-coupled
output is desired.
DIP Switch: The four-pole DIP switch controls a
supervision signal on the “Page” audio output
line. For systems where supervision is used,
setting DIP switches 1 & 2 to ON enables
supervision on the Page audio output
connections. Where supervision is not used, set
DIP switches 1 & 2 to OFF. Switches 3 & 4 are
not used.
Relay Channels: Access to the two Form C
relays is provided via a six-pin screw terminal
block. The relays are labeled K1 and K2. Each
relay is brought out on three terminals. The
common contact (COM) is the middle terminal
with the normally closed (N.C.) contact on the
right and the normally open (N.O.) contact on the
left. Relay contacts are rated for 1A @ 24VDC.

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AUX
IN
INPUTS
AUDIO CC PAGE
1234
+24V DC
K1 K2
NO COM
NC NC COM
NO
AUX
OUTPUTS
ON
Rear View
Status Indicator Lights
The VIP-201A has 3 status indication lights on
the front panel:
STATUS: Flashes during normal operation and
solid during system startup.
Green LED: (Link) Indicates Ethernet connection
when illuminated.
Yellow LED: (Activity) Indicator flashes to
indicate network activity.
Operation
Provides paging from SIP connection or from
another Valcom VIP unit. Interface to the
customer’s telephone system can be via SIP
registration, FXO port (with VIP-811), or FXS port
(with VIP-821). Unit can also be accessed from a
VIP-801 connected to a page port or a Valcom
page control.
Setup
Information specific to your application will need
to be programmed into the VIP-201A using a
computer. The PC used for programming should
be connected to the same subnet as the
VIP-201A. 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
Assistance in troubleshooting is available from
the factory. Call [phone] and press 1 for
Technical Support or via email at
[email protected].
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
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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TIP
RING
GND
-24Vdc
VIP-201A (REAR VIEW)
SELF-AMPLIFIED
SPEAKER
AUX
IN
INPUTS
AUDIO CC PAGE
1234
+24V DC
K1 K2
NO
COM
NC
NC
COM
NO
AUX
OUTPUTS
ON
–+
-24VDC
POWER SUPPLY
25/70 VOLT
PAGING AMP
CAT 3 OR BETTER UTP CABLING
Typical Connection to Valcom Self-amplified Speakers