Valcom InformaCast VIP-848AR-IC User manual

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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.
VIP-848AR-IC
InformaCast® Compliant
IP Network Input / Output Module
INTRODUCTION
The VIP-848AR-IC InformaCast® Compliant IP
Network Input / Output Module provides eight (8)
Contact Closure Inputs and eight (8) Relay
Outputs which work with the InformaCast M2M
plugin. The relay outputs are controlled by
sending SNMP commands to close or open the
relay. The contact closures will generate SNMP
Trap messages when closed or opened.
VIP-848AR-IC is designed for rack mounting (1U).
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
8 Relay Outputs
8 Contact Closure Inputs
RJ-45 For Network Connection
Front Panel Activity LED
Removable Terminal Block Connectors
provided for Input and Relay connections
2.5mm Jack for DC Power (optional)
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af compatible
Dimensions/Weight
1.75” H x 16.50" W x 9.50" D
(4.5 cm H x 41.9 cm W x 24.1 cm D)
Weight: 7.80 lbs. (3.54 kg)
Nominal Specifications
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: +32 to +104°F (0 to +40°C)
Humidity: 0 to 85% Non-Precipitating
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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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
Rack: Secure mounting brackets with screws
provided to the VIP-848AR-IC. See Figure 1.
Place the VIP-848AR-IC into a standard 19” rack
and secure to rack with proper hardware (not
included).
Figure 1.
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.
Respecteztous 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 oula 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 àl'humidité et ne
fonctionne pas normalement ou s'il est tombé.

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+24V DC
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
INPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OUTPUTS +-
STATUS
LINK
ACT
Power Connections
The preferred method of powering a
VIP-848AR-IC 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
Power over Ethernet (PoE), make sure all signal
connections via the rear panel are made then
connect the VIP-848AR-IC to the Ethernet switch.
If power is provided 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 in to the VIP-848AR-IC
via the barrel connector on the rear of the
VIP-848AR-IC.
Network Connection
The VIP-848AR-IC has one RJ-45 network
connector on the front panel.
Use a standard Ethernet patch cable to connect
the VIP-848AR-IC to an Ethernet switch. If the
Ethernet switch is 802.3af compliant the
VIP-848AR-IC will draw power from it.
Signal Connections
The VIP-848AR-IC has 16 connections on the
rear panel:
8 Contact Closure Inputs
8 Relay Outputs
The terminal blocks are removable for easy
access. Use a small screwdriver to push the
orange release button into the terminal block to
insert/remove the wire.
Status Indicator Lights
The VIP-848AR-IC 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.
LINK: Illuminated indicates 100 Mbit Ethernet
connection. Not illuminated indicates 10 Mbit
connection.
ACT: Indicator flashes to indicate network activity.
Front View
Rear View
Setup
Information specific to your application will need
to be programmed into the VIP-848AR-IC using a
computer with the free Valcom VIP-102B IP
Solutions Setup Tool. Download the latest version
of the Tool from the Valcom web site at
www.valcom.com/vipsetuptool. Refer to the
VIP-102B Reference Manual for details on
programming the IP address, contacts and relays.
The default IP address is 192.168.6.200. Refer to
the list of OID values controlling Contact Closure
Inputs and Relay Outputs at the end of this
document.
The InformaCast server IP address (es) will be
entered on the InformaCast tab in the
programming tool. Up to12 servers may be
entered.
Information specific to your application will need to
be programmed into the InformaCast server using
the M2M (Machine to Machine) plugin. Refer to
the InformaCast documentation for further
information.
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
Technical Support or visit our 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.

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GPIO Inputs (Contact Closures) Table
GPIO Outputs (Relays) Table
GPIO Input Port
(Contact Closure)
SNMP TRAP OID Sent
Closed (On)
Open (Off)
Port 1
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.1
1
0
Port 2
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.2
1
0
Port 3
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.3
1
0
Port 4
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.4
1
0
Port 5
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.5
1
0
Port 6
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.6
1
0
Port 7
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.7
1
0
Port 8
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.3.0.8
1
0
GPIO Output
Port (Relay)
SNMP SET OID Received
Value Type
Closed (On)
Open (Off)
Port 1
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.1
Integer
1
0
Port 2
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.2
Integer
1
0
Port 3
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.3
Integer
1
0
Port 4
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.4
Integer
1
0
Port 5
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.5
Integer
1
0
Port 6
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.6
Integer
1
0
Port 7
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.7
Integer
1
0
Port 8
1.3.6.1.4.1.32546.1.1.2.1.1.2.8
Integer
1
0