Valcom VIP-801A User manual

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ISSUE 1
VIP-801A
NETWORK AUDIO PORT
INTRODUCTION
The VIP-801A Network Audio Port enables voice
access to a single zone of one-way paging over an
IP network, allowing page zones to be extended
anywhere network connectivity is available. The
VIP-801A can be programmed as a SIP (Session
Initiation Protocol) device for connectivity to virtually
any Voice over IP (VoIP) telephone system.
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
1 Audio Input
2 Audio Outputs
2 Form C Relays
1 Contact Closure Input
1 SIP identity for registering to a VoIP telephone
system
RJ-45 jack for network connection
Front panel activity LED
Provides audio for up to 40 Valcom one-way
amplified speaker assemblies
AUX audio input via RCA jack
Contact closure or VOX operation of audio input
Removable screw terminal connectors provided
for audio and relay interfaces
AUX input music mutes during page
Output control contact closure provided during
paging output
Compatible with 25 or 70 Volt amplifiers
Barrel jack for optional DC power
Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af compatible
Dimensions/Weight
1.38 H x 6.13" W x 5.25" D
(3.50cm H x 15.6cm W x 13.33cm D)
Weight: 1.25 lbs. (0.57 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 rear 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-801A
1 VSP Document
2 Mounting Brackets W/ Hardware
4 Rubber Pads

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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
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.
Precautionary Designations
Mounting
The VIP-801A is designed for wall or table
mounting.
Table: Provided with the VIP-801A 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 brackets and screws provided,
secure the VIP-801A to the wall.
Power Connections
The preferred method of powering a VIP-801A 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 VIP-801A 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 VIP-801A via the barrel
connector on the rear of the VIP-801A.
Network Connection
The VIP-801A has one RJ-45 network connector on
the front panel. Use a standard Ethernet patch
cable to connect the VIP-801A to an Ethernet
switch.
Signal Connections
The VIP-801A has signal connectors on the rear
panel:
RCA jack for AUX audio input
2 Audio outputs
2 Form relays
1 Audio input
1 Contact Closure input
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 terminals
when paging 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.

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AUX
IN
INPUTS
AUDIO CC PAGE
1234
+24V DC
K1 K2
NO
COM
NC NC COM
NO
AUX
OUTPUTS
ON
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.
Audio Input/Contact Closure: One Audio Input
and one Contact Closure input are provided.
Neither input is polarity sensitive. The contact
closure is labeled "CC". The audio input
terminals are labeled "AUDIO".
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 is the middle terminal with the normally
closed contact on the right and the normally open
contact on the left. Relay contacts are rated for 1A
@ 24VDC.
Rear View
Status Indicator Lights
The VIP-801A 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.
Setup
Information specific to your application will need
to be programmed into the VIP-801A using a
computer. The PC used for programming should
be connected to the same subnet as the VIP-801A.
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.

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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
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
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