Valcom Vl550af-ic User manual

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VL550AF-IC

InformaCast® Compliant

IP MESSAGE DISPLAY with FLASHER

INTRODUCTION

The VL550AF-IC IP Message Display with

Flasher provide 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

Bright Flasher activates on priority page

DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT

33” W x 7.75” H x 3.38” D (Top),

2.38” (Bottom)

Weight: 15.2 lbs

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.

Nominal Power Requirements

802.3at (PoE Plus) Class 4

Environment

Temperature: 0 to +40° C

Humidity: 0 to 85% non-precipitating

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 orgrounding-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 quelquefaçon. 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 à l'humidité et ne

fonctionne pas normalement ou s'il est tombé.

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INSTALLATION

Mounting

The VL550AF-IC message display with flasher

should be mounted with appropriate hardware

(not included). We recommend the mounting

base to be mounted into wall studs.

Network Connection / Power

The VL550AF-IC has one RJ-45 network

connector on the front panel. Connect a

standard patch cable to the VL550AF-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 VL550AF-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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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Assistance is available from the factory when

problems are encountered. Call (540) 563-2000

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

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