Valcom InformaCast VL550F-IC User manual

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VL550F-IC
InformaCast® Compliant
IP MESSAGE DISPLAY with SPEAKER / TEXT / FLASHER
INTRODUCTION
The VL550F-IC IP Message Display with
Speaker/Text/Flasher provides highly visible
message output and voice paging over an
Ethernet network. Messages are created and
delivered from the InformaCast server.
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
RJ-45 network connection
Easy to read, high visibility
Power over Ethernet (PoE+) 802.3at
compatible
High efficiency speaker
Relay connection for optional equipment
Bright Flasher activates on priority page
Speaker output and LED display can be
activated together or separately
Display can operate as a clock, or provide
other message during idle periods
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT
41.75” L x 5.88” H x 3.00” D (Top),
2.50” D (Bottom)
(106.0 cm W x 14.9 cm H x 7.6 cm D (top) x
6.4 cm D (Bottom)
Weight: 9.2 lbs (4.2 kg)
Nominal Power Requirements
802.3at (PoE Plus) Class 4
Environment
Temperature: 0 to +40° C
Humidity: 0 to 85% non-precipitating
Indoor installation only
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.
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
one’s own expense.

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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 that there are
important operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature accompanying
this unit.
INSTALLATION
Mounting
The VL550F-IC message display should be
mounted with appropriate hardware (not
included). We recommend the mounting base
to be mounted into wall studs.
Network Connection / Power
The RJ45 Ethernet port is accessible through
the cutout in the display base. Connect a
standard patch cable to the VL550F-IC from an
Ethernet switch supporting the Power over
Ethernet specification 802.3at (PoE+).
If a PoE+ switch is not available, a mid-span
injector may be used to supply power to the
display.
Setup
The VL550F-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.
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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.
Respectez tous 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 lafiche polarisée ou demise 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 dansvotre 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. Parexemple 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 à l'humidité et ne
fonctionne pas normalement ou s'il est tombé.

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Assistance is available from the factory when
problems are encountered. Call [phone]
and press 1 for Technical Support or visit our
website at http://www.valcom.com.
Valcom, Inc. equipment is not field repairable.
Valcom maintains service facilities in Roanoke,
VA. Should repairs be necessary, attach a tag
to the unit clearly stating company name,
address, phone number, contact person, and
the nature of the problem.
Send the unit to: Valcom, Inc.
Repair and Return Dept.
5614 Hollins Road
Roanoke, VA 24019-5056
WARRANTY
Warranty information may be found on our
website at www.valcom.com/warranty.