Valcom VIP-176A-IC User manual

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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.
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voltage constituting a risk of electric
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important operating and maintenance
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this unit.
ISSUE 1
VIP-176A-IC
InformaCast®Compliant
SIP Door Intercom
INTRODUCTION
The VIP-176A-IC InformaCast Compliant SIP
Talkback Door Intercom allows communication to
SIP-based telephone systems or Valcom
Enhanced Station Port adapters via an IP-based
network.
SPECIFICATIONS
Access Methods
InformaCast Server
SIP –enabled telephone system
PBX, FXO Port w/Valcom Enhanced Station
Port
POTS telephone set w/Valcom Enhanced
Station Port
Valcom M Cast Page Group
Features
RJ-45 for network connection
1 Form C Smart Relay (optional)
Network activity LEDs
Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af
compatible
Dimensions/Weight:
4.88”H x 4.88" W x 2.5" D (including button)
(12.4cm H x 12.4cm W x 6.4cm D)
Weight: 0.82 lbs. (0.37 kg)
Nominal Power Requirements
Via 802.3af PoE Ethernet Switch: Class 3
Environment
Network Interface:
Temperature: 0 to +40° C
Humidity: 0 to 85% non-precipitating
Suitable for indoor or outdoor installation,
protected from direct precipitation.
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.

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INSTALLATION
Operation:
The VIP-176A-IC provides door intercom access
via network connection to customer telephone
system or stand-alone telephone set. Interface to
customer telephone system can be via SIP
registration to a voice over IP (VoIP) telephone
system, or FXO port (when used with a Valcom
Enhanced Station Port). Pressing the call button
on the door plate initiates a call to a user-
specified telephone number and the call
assurance LED on the door plate begins to flash.
When the call is answered, a hands-free
communications path is established to the door
plate, and the call assurance LED on the door
plate remains lit. An optional Smart Relay
module, VM-SRLY is available separately, which
provides one form C relay for uses such as
activating door entry equipment.
Mounting
For enhanced protection against static
electrical discharge, it is recommended the
VIP-176A-IC be installed into a grounded
electrical box.
The VIP-176A-IC Doorplate is designed for
double gang FD electrical box mounting. Verify
depth of electrical box is adequate for mounting
the VIP-176A-IC. (See Figure 1)
When purchasing weatherproof box, the ground
screw should be off-center. For example, Bell
part number 5333-0 could be used.
(See Figure 2)
Power Connections
The only method of powering the VIP-176A-IC is
via a Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch or power
injector meeting the 802.3af specification.
Make all required signal connections before
connecting to Ethernet switch or power injector
meeting the 802.3af specification.
Network Connection
The VIP-176A-IC has one RJ-45 Network
connector.
Green LED: (Link) Indicates Ethernet connection
when illuminated.
Yellow LED: (Activity) Indicator flashes to
indicate network activity.
Use a standard Ethernet patch cable to connect
the NETWORK connector to an Ethernet switch.
(See Figure 3).
Figure 1.
Figure 2.
Figure 3.

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Status Indicator Lights
The VIP-176A-IC Door plate is equipped with a
status indicator LED. LED flashes when the call
button is pressed and steady when the call is
connected.
Relay Connections
An optional Smart Relay module, VM-SRLY, may
be ordered separately. Installation instructions to
connect with the VIP-176A-IC Relay Header are
included with the VM-SRLY.
SETUP
The VIP-176A-IC will automatically acquire an
IP address (using DHCP) and connect to the
InformaCast server when connected to the
network and powered up. Information specific to
your application will need to be programmed into
the InformaCast server. Refer to the InformaCast
documentation for further information.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
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. 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
WARRANTY
Warranty information may be found on our
website www.valcom.com/warranty