Alpha VDS150 Installation Manual
Alpha Communications®
AlphaLinQ™ 100 Series
Visual Nurse Call System
APPLICATION: The AlphaLinQ™ Visual Nurse Call System is designed for Nursing Home or individual ward use. The nurse
call system provides audible and visual indication of all calls originating in the system, including both calls of normal
(routine) and emergency priorities. The expandable Master Station is compact, can be mounted vertically or horizontally,
contains long-life, high-intensity LEDS for call indication, a tone-off switch and an audible tone signaling device.
Alpha Communications
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Revision 1.1
12/2016
Table of Contents
System Operating Instructions 2
Master Station(s) 2
VPS101 and VPS102 Call Stations 3
The EPS155, EPS337, EPS339, VSS110, VDS150 Signaling Stations and 4
The EPS156 Code Call Station 4
The VDS150 Duty Station 5
CDL101LED Corridor Dome Light 5
CDL102LED Corridor Dome/Zone Light 5
System Operating Principle 7
The AC152 Power and Control Unit 7
AlphaLinQ™ 100 Series Master Station 7
VPS101, VPS102 and VSS110 7
The EPS155, EPS337 and EPS339 Emergency Stations and 7
The EPS156 Code Call Station 7
System Installation 8
Installation Procedure 8
Equipment Locations 8
Wiring Installation 8
Housing Installation 9
Wire Checkout 11
Wire Connections 12
Connections Checkout 12
System Test Instructions 12
System Checkout and Testing 13
System Maintenance Instructions 14
FZ151 In-Line Fuse Holder 14
VPS101 and VPS102 Call Stations 14
Replacement Parts 14
Figure 7 15
Figure 8 16
Figure 9 17
Figure 10 18
Figure 11 19
Figure 12 20
Figure 13 21
Figure 14 22
System Operating Instructions
This section provides complete operating instruction for all AlphaLinQ™ functions, as well as reference drawings for
use in locating and describing all controls. System operators must read the following operating instructions concerning
system equipment and the terms used in conjunction with the equipment.
Master Station(s)
Figure 1
Typical AlphaLinQ™ 100 Series Master
Station (16 Point Capacity Shown)
1. Call Lamp: Indicates incoming call when
illuminated. Indicates emergency call when
fl ashing.
2. Tone Off Button / Lamp: The button
silences routine priority call tone when
depressed. Button illuminates when the
tone is silenced.
3. Station Selector LEDs: Indicates incoming call from associated remote when
illuminated. Indicates emergency call from
remote when fl ashing.
Answering Routine Calls:
Calls must be answered in person and can only be canceled from point of origin. Routine calls are indicated by simultaneous operation of the following signals:
• Illumination of the associated station selector LED, which indicates origin of call.
• Illumination of CALL lamp at Master Station(s).
• Slowly pulsing audible tone. The audible call signal may be canceled for routine calls by pressing the TONE
OFF button. The button will then illuminate to indicate tone silenced. Pressing the TONE OFF button again
will restore the call tone function.
Answering Emergency Calls:
All emergency calls take precedence over any routine call signal. Calls must be answered in person and can only be
canceled from point of origin. Emergency calls are indicated by these simultaneous signals:
• Flashing of the associated station selector LED, which indicates origin of call.
• Flashing of CALL lamp at Master Station(s).
• Pulsing audible tone.
Answering Code Calls:
All code calls take precedence over any emergency or routine call signal. Calls must be answered in person and can
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only be canceled from point of origin. Code calls are indicated by these simultaneous signals:
• Rapid Flashing of the associated station selector LED, which indicates origin of call.
• Rapid Flashing of CALL lamp at Master Station(s).
• Rapid pulsing audible tone.
What to do if a Master Station Functions Improperly
If the AlphaLinQ™ Master Station fails to operate as described, contact qualifi ed service personnel. The AlphaLinQ™
Master Station consists of replaceable modules that can be isolated and swapped without bringing down the entire system. If a malfunction should occur during a call and causes a lack of indication of call origin on the Master
Sation, fi rst determine the origin of the call by observing which corridor light and corridor zone light is illuminated,
then inform qualifi ed service personnel.
VPS101 and VPS102 Call Stations
VPS101
Call Station
SF301/8 Single
Call Cord
1 & 2
3
4
5
VPS102
Call Station
SF302 Dual Call
Cord
Figure 2
Call Stations and Call Cords
1. Cancel Button: Cancels the call
when pressed.
2. Call Placed Lamp: Indicates a
call is placed when fl ashing.
3. Call Cord Jack(s): Receptacle
for SF301/8 or SF302 call cord.
4. Plug: Connects call cord to
patient station when plugged
into call cord jack.
5. Call Button: Places a call when
pressed, if cord is connected to
patient station.
Call a Nurse:
Press the CALL button located on the end of the call cord. The CALL PLACED lamp will illuminate to indicate call
placement. Wait for the nurse. Refer to Figure 2 for locations, names, and functions of call cord controls.
Cancel a Call:
Press the CANCEL button. Indicator will go off . If the call cord is pulled from its receptacle, a call will be placed au-
tomatically and cannot be canceled until the call cord is replaced in the receptacle.
Replace Call Cord:
See System Maintenance Instructions for procedures and precautions in replacing defective call cords.
Improper Operation:
If the call station does not operate as described, contact qualifi ed service personnel. There are no user serviceable
parts on the VPS101 and VPS102 Call Stations other than call cords.
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The EPS155, EPS337, EPS339, VSS110, VDS150 Signaling Stations and
The EPS156 Code Call Station
Refer to Figure 3 for locations, names, and functions of controls and indicators.
Call a Nurse:
Pull the call cord, slide the call/cancel switch down, or press the call/cancel button. The CALL PLACED lamp will
fl ash. Wait for the nurse.
Cancel a Call:
Push the call/cancel switch up, press the call/cancel button, or twist the push button. The CALL PLACED lamp will
go off .
Figure 3 Emergency, Code Call & Duty Station Control Locations
EPS155
EPS337
Emergency
Stations
1
4
5
EPS339
Emergency
Station
1
5
1. Call Placed Lamp: Indicates a call is placed when lighted.
2. Cancel Button: Cancels the call when pressed.
3. Call Button: Places a call when pressed.
4. Call/Cancel Switch: Places a call when pulled down. Cancels the call
when pushed up.
5. Call/Cancel Button: Places a call when pressed to in position. Cancels
the call when pressed or twisted to out position.
6. Tone Off Switch: Silences routine audible tone signal when in the down
position.
EPS156
Code Call
Station
VSS110 Staff
1
4
Call Station
Duty Station
1
, 3
2
VDS150
6
1
Improper Operation:
If the call station does not operate as described, contact qualifi ed service personnel. There are no user serviceable
parts on the EPS155, EPS337, EPS339 Emergency Stations, EPS156 Code Stations, VSS110 Visual Staff Stations, or
the VDS150 Visual Duty Stations.
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The VDS150 Duty Station
Refer to Figure 3 for locations, names, and functions of controls and indicators.
Code Calls:
Code calls are indicated by a rapidly fl ashing CALL PLACED lamp and a rapidly pulsing audible tone. The audible
tone signal cannot be silenced by the TONE OFF switch.
Emergency Calls:
Emergency calls are indicated by a fl ashing CALL PLACED lamp and a pulsing audible tone. The audible tone signal
cannot be silenced by the TONE OFF switch.
Routine Calls:
Routine calls are indicated by steady illumination of the CALL PLACED lamp and a slowly repeating audible tone.
Slide the TONE OFF switch down to silence the audible tone signal. Slide the TONE OFF switch up to turn the audible tone signal function on.
Improper Operation:
If the call station does not operate as described, contact qualifi ed service personnel. There are no user serviceable
parts on the VDS150 Duty Stations.
CDL101LED Corridor Dome Light
The CLD101LED Corridor Dome Light includes one white/clear routine call indicator LED located in the top half of the
housing. The LED light is contained to the top half of the visible display area by use of an opaque divider. If desired,
the divider can be removed to allow full illumination of the dome light.
Code Calls:
Code calls are indicated by rapid fl ashing of the corridor light that is associated with the calling station.
Emergency Calls:
Emergency calls are indicated by fl ashing of the corridor light that is associated with the calling station.
Routine Calls:
Routine calls are indicated by steady illumination of the corridor light that is associated with the calling station.
LED Replacement:
See System Maintenance Instructions for proper procedures and precautions should you even need to replace defective LED Circuit Boards.
Improper Operation:
If corridor light does not operate as described, contact qualifi ed service personnel. There are no user serviceable
parts on the CDL101LED Corridor Zone Lights other than the LED Circuit Board Modules. (See “Replacement Parts”
on Page 14)
CDL102LED Corridor Zone Light
The CLD102LED Corridor Zone Light includes 2 indicator LEDs: one white/clear routine call indicator LED, and one red
emergency call indicator LED. The LEDs are seperated by an opaque divider for a high level of color contrast.
Code Calls:
Code calls are indicated by rapid fl ashing of the red corridor zone light(s) associated with the zone or area from
which an emergency call has been placed.
Emergency Calls:
Emergency calls are indicated by fl ashing of the red corridor zone light(s) associated with the zone or area from
which an emergency call has been placed.
Routine Calls:
Routine calls are indicated by steady illumination of the white corridor zone light(s) associated with the zone or
area from which a routine call has been placed.
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Concurrent Code, Emergency and Routine Calls:
If an emergency and routine call are placed in the same zone at the same time, the red light(s) connected to the
emergency station from which a call was placed will fl ash (rapidly if the call is a code call), while the white light(s)
associated with the routine call will maintain a steady illumination. If a Code call and Emergency call occur concurrently, the code (rapid fl ashing) will take priority.
Improper Operation:
If corridor zone light does not operate as described, contact qualifi ed service personnel. There are no user ser-
viceable parts on the CDL102LED Corridor Zone Lights other than the LED Circuit Board Modules. (See “Replacement Parts” on Page 14)
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System Operating Principle
Each system uses a series of common conductors to carry the operating and signaling voltage to the various units.
In addition, each station capable of calling the master station has individual conductors between it and the master to
give the station its own identity.
When a call station is activated, switching circuits operate to light various call lights and to energize system call tone.
All calls must be reset at the point of origin.
Emergency calls are signaled by a diff erent fl ashing rate at the master station. An emergency call is indicated by an
intermittent tone and fl ashing lights at approximately 1/3-second intervals. A routine call is indicated by a steady
lamp and an intermittent tone at approximately 8-second intervals.
The AlphaLinQ™ 100 Series Nurse Call System includes three basic units, each essential for operation. These will be
discussed individually and are as follows:
• Power & Control Unit
• Master Station
• Call Stations
The use of these basic units, in conjunction with wiring, housings and auxiliary equipment, make up a complete system.
The AC152 & AC153 Power and Control Units
The power & control unit utilizes an SS106 transformer which steps down the 120 VAC input to 24 VAC, 30 VA, which
is then rectifi ed, fi ltered and regulated by the AC152 to provide a stable 24 VDC for the system functions.
Control circuits are provided to detect the presence of routine, emergency and code calls (when used with the AC153
control unit) and to provide steady or intermittent voltages to operate external devices with indications as follows:
Routine calls are indicated by a positive voltage applied to Terminal R by the calling remote station. Emergency calls
are indicated by a positive voltage applied to terminal Q by the calling remote station. Code calls are indicated by a
positive voltage applied to terminal V by the calling remote station (provided by the optional AC153).
AlphaLinQ™ 100 Series Master Station
The Master Station includes:
1. Buzzer for audible signals.
2. LED Annunciator lamps for call indication.
3. Additional operating controls, including TONE OFF switch and additional code, emergency and routine call
indicators.
VPS101, VPS102 and VSS110
The VPS101, VPS102 and VSS110 Call Stations are for routine calls that use an LED visual indicator.
The EPS155, EPS337 and EPS339 Emergency Stations and
The EPS156 Code Call Station
The EPS155 Toilet Emergency Station, and the EPS337 Water resistant Shower Emergency Stations are for emergency
calls. In the emergency position, associated signal lights are disconnected from the normal signal terminals and connected to the emergency signal terminals. The EPS339 Push-Button Emergency Station, EPS156 Code Call Stations
have diff erent features, but function in a similar manner.
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