ELK 124 Specsheet

Recordable Voice Module

ELK-124 v3

The ELK-124 is a recordable voice module with 8
record/playback channels and up to 8 minutes of total
record time. Voice or music may be recorded making
this product ideal for applications such as: telephone
on-hold announcements, security or access control
warnings, museum narrations, and more. There are
two ways to record: 1) With the built-in microphone
and push to record button, or 2) With an optional
ELK-129 PC Sound Card Interface to transfer .wav
files from a PC. Each channel may be triggered via a
positive or negative voltage input, or a trigger switch.
Sound is delivered through a 24 watt Speaker output
as well as a line-level “RCA” jack for use with external
amplifiers, audio equipment, or paging systems

Features

• Eight Channels of Recordable Voice and /or Music.

• Maximum record time is 8 minutes which may be divided
between the number of channels desired.

• Recordings are stored in non-volatile memory.

• Each channel selectable for "+" or "-" triggering.

• Each channel will accept a momentary trigger.

• Continuous playback or "One Shot" settings.

• Built-in condenser microphone for recording.

• Adjustable speaker volume and current draw.

• Powerful 24 watt audio amplifier for Speakers.

• Line Level Output for Amplifiers and Paging Systems.

• Connector for opt. PC sound card interface [ELK-129]

• Housing in ELK-PB1 plastic enclosure.

• Lifetime Limited Warranty, call for details.

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 11 to 14 Volts D.C.

• Adjustable current draw: 1/4 to 1.8 Amps (depending on
volume setting and speaker load).

• Low current triggers: 6 to 14 Volts D.C. @ 30 mA.

• Maximum sound level: 122 dB @ 1 meter.

• Maximum speaker loading: 4 Ohms.

• Enclosure Size: 6.5" W x 4.375"H x 2"D, White Plastic.

Features and Specificaions subject to change without notice

PO Box 100 • Hildebran, NC 28637 • 800-797-9355 • 828-397-4200
Fax [phone] • www.elkproducts.com

07/11

ELK

PRODUCTS, INC.

Instructions

All 8 channels of the ELK-124 are recordable and can hold up to 1 minute of message each. Two or more channels can be combined into
longer messages up to the combined maximum of 8 minutes. The recordings are stored in non-volatile memory and may be re-recorded as
needed. Each channel may be activated by a Positive (+11 to 14 Volts DC) or by a Negative (pull to ground) trigger supplied from a control
panel or other switched source. Channels are individually jumper selectable for Positive or Negative trigger input source. Voice messages
are stored in non-volatile memory and may be re-recorded as needed.

ELK-124 v3

Connections

Power Connections
[+12V] Connect a 12VDC power source to the +12V and NEG terminals.
[NEG] Operating voltage range is 11 to 14VDC, and the max. operating

current may reach 1.8 Amps depending on the speaker load and
the volume level selected. By connecting the ELK-124 to a full time
power source the individual channels may be tripped with either a
Pos or Neg input, and the trigger source may be low curren and low
voltage.

Channel Trigger Inputs ( 8 total )
[C1] These inputs are used for activating each of the respective
thru recorded channels. Each input may be jumper selected so that
[C8] the trip input is either a positive or negative. Refer to the

Channel Polarity Jumpers located above each terminal.

To trip with a positve voltage set the Channel Polarity jumper to
"+" and apply + 12 Volts DC. Make certain that the NEG power
connection is connected to the power source.

To trip with a negative voltage set the Channel Polarity jumper to
“-” and apply - 12 Volts DC. Make certain that the +12v power
connection is connected to the power source.

Speaker Connection

Connect to 1 or more 8 Ohm speakers. WARNING: The Max.
combined total load on this output must not exceed 4 Ohms.

Jumper Options

JP1) MIC, for recording with the on board microphone.

PRG, for recording with the ELK-129 computer interface.

JP2) REPEAT, permits the voice channel to repeatedly play for as long

as the channel input is activated.
1SHOT, restricts playback of a voice channel to only once per
activation cycle. The channel activation must be removed and
then re-applied before the message will be allowed to play again.

JP3) ENABLE, enables the record pushbutton switch.

DISABLE, disables the record pushbutton switch and prevents

accidental recording.

JP4) <60, REC led flashes when 60 secs is reached. This helps

prevent messages from accidentally overflowing into the next
channel.
>60, enables recording of messages greater than 60 seconds
with message recording overflowing into the next channel.

Activating The Voice Channels (Playback)

Continuous (maintained) trigger: Apply a positive (+) 11 to 14 Vdc to
terminal C1 for Channel 1, terminal C2 for Channel 2, etc. The message
will playback for as long as the power is applied, provided Jumper JP2
("1SHOT - REPEAT") is in the REPEAT position.

If jumper JP4 is in the <60 position, the maximum record time is 60

Voice Record Time

seconds per channel. In the >60 position, messages longer than 60
seconds may be recorded by overflowing the message into the
next available channel. When this occurs, the next "overflow"
channel cannot be used as a recordable channel. Any attempt to
record a message into that next channel will automatically
overwrite and destroy the overflow part of the previous channel's
message. Note: If the maximum record time is reached or
exceeded, the red REC/EOM LED will start blinking to indicate that
recording time has halted.

Volume and Current Adjust

Turning the Volume knob clockwise will increase the output
volume. The louder the volume, the higher the current draw. The
volume and current draw may be adjusted to match the current
capability of the power source.

Options for Playback of the Voice Channels

The switches marked "Manual Triggers" are provided for
programming and for user convenience where manual activation of
the channel(s) may be desired. A constant power source must be
connected to +12V and NEG terminals in order to use these
switches.

Recording Voice Messages

Messages may be recorded from the on-board microphone, or
from a PC with a sound card and an ELK-129 interface.

To record from the onboard microphone place Jumper JP1 in the
MIC position, JP2 in the REPEAT position, and JP3 in the RECORD
position. If the message will be longer than 60 seconds, place JP4
in the >60 position. Activate the desired channel either by using
the on-board DIP switches(requires power to be connected to
+12V and NEG terminals) or by applying +12 Volts DC to the
desired input (C1, thru C8). The current message (if any) will start
to play. While it is playing, press and hold the record switch SW1
and speak clearly into the on-board microphone. Note that the
RECORD/EOM LED should light before you begin speaking. To
minimize any noise, gently release SW1 after speaking. The new
message will immediately be played. To stop the playback turn off
the channel switch or remove the trigger voltage. To re-record the
message, or to record another channel, repeat the above
procedure.

To record with the ELK-129 sound card interface place Jumper
JP1 in the PRG position, and JP2 in the REPEAT position. If the
message will be longer than 60 seconds, place JP4 in the >60
position. Plug the ELK-129 five pin ribbon cable into Programmer
Connector J1. Power the ELK-129 and move the SW1 slide switch to
CH1(this will provide power to the ELK-124). Select the channel to
record with the on-board DIP switch. Follow the instructions for
the ELK-129, Play a "scripted" WAV.

Momentary trigger: Connecting terminals +12V and Neg to a constant
(+) 11 to 14 Vdc power source allows channels to playback with a
momentary trigger input voltage. Most current is drawn from the
constant power source. Current draw from the input triggers will be
approximately 30 mA. In the momentary trigger mode each message is
played through to the end (one cycle).