GAI-Tronics 10959-207, 10959-208 User Manual

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GAI-TRONICS®

A H U B B E L L C O M P A N Y

Models 10959-207 and -208 Rack-Mount

Audio Messenger Interface

T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Confidentiality Notice .....................................................................................................................1

Product Overview ............................................................................................................................1

Features .................................................................................................................................................... 1

Options ..................................................................................................................................................... 2

Functions .................................................................................................................................................. 2

Alarms ................................................................................................................................................... 2

Inputs/Outputs ....................................................................................................................................... 2

Timed Events ........................................................................................................................................ 2

Optional Telephone Operation (Model 10959-208 only) ..................................................................... 3

Page/Party® Operation .......................................................................................................................... 3

Optional ADVANCE Operation ........................................................................................................... 3

Optional Zone Operation ...................................................................................................................... 4

Optional AMI Redundancy ................................................................................................................... 4

Installation ......................................................................................................................................4

Mounting .................................................................................................................................................. 5

Desktop installations ............................................................................................................................. 5

Rack Installations .................................................................................................................................. 5

Field Wiring ............................................................................................................................................. 6

Digital Outputs ...................................................................................................................................... 6

Digital Inputs ........................................................................................................................................ 7

Audio..................................................................................................................................................... 8

System ................................................................................................................................................... 8

Ethernet ................................................................................................................................................. 9

Power .................................................................................................................................................... 9

Optional PBX Connection (Model 10959-208 only) ............................................................................ 9

Page/Party® ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Auxiliary Microphone ......................................................................................................................... 10

Settings and Adjustments ..............................................................................................................11

Opening the Unit ................................................................................................................................... 11

Level Adjustments ................................................................................................................................ 12

Display Brightness .............................................................................................................................. 12

Phone Line Levels ............................................................................................................................... 12

Party Line Levels ................................................................................................................................ 12

Page Line Levels ................................................................................................................................. 12

Jumper Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 12

600-Ohm Line Termination ................................................................................................................ 12

AUDBUS1 Termination ..................................................................................................................... 12

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AUDBUS2 Termination ..................................................................................................................... 12

Audio Contact Supervision ................................................................................................................. 12

Date and Time Set Up ........................................................................................................................... 14

Date Set Up ......................................................................................................................................... 14

Time Set Up ........................................................................................................................................ 14

AMI Configuration Tool (ACT) ...................................................................................................14

Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 14

System Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 14

Configurable Parameters ..................................................................................................................... 15

Fragments ............................................................................................................................................ 15

Messages ............................................................................................................................................. 15

Inputs................................................................................................................................................... 15

Outputs ................................................................................................................................................ 15

Event Scheduling ................................................................................................................................ 15

Optional Telephone Interface .............................................................................................................. 16

Page/Party® Interface .......................................................................................................................... 16

Optional Zone Groups ......................................................................................................................... 16

CompactFlash® ...................................................................................................................................... 16

Operation .......................................................................................................................................17

LCD Display at Initial Power Up......................................................................................................... 17

LCD Display during Operation ........................................................................................................... 18

Push-Button Menu Operation ............................................................................................................. 19

Stop Message ...................................................................................................................................... 19

Play Message ...................................................................................................................................... 19

Firmware Update ................................................................................................................................ 19

Reset AMI ........................................................................................................................................... 19

Return .................................................................................................................................................. 19

Specifications ................................................................................................................................20

Power Supply ......................................................................................................................................... 20

Audio ...................................................................................................................................................... 20

Communications ................................................................................................................................... 20

I/O Control ............................................................................................................................................ 20

Environmental ....................................................................................................................................... 21

FCC Information .................................................................................................................................. 21

Approvals .......................................................................................................................................21

Replacement Parts.........................................................................................................................21

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GAI-TRONICS®

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Models 10959-207 and -208 Rack-Mount

Audio Messenger Interface

Confidential ity Notice

This manual is provided solely as an installation, operation, and maintenance guide and contains sensitive
business and technical information that is confidential and proprietary to GAI-TRONICS. GAI­TRONICS retains all intellectual property and other rights in or to the information contained herein, and
such information may only be used in connection with the operation of your GAI-TRONICS product or
system. This manual may not be disclosed in any form, in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, to any
third party.

Product Overview

The GAI-TRONICS AMI (Audio Messenger Interface) tone/speech generator broadcasts live pages,
telephone pages, pre-recorded alarm tones, pre-recorded speech messages, etc., for use in virtually any
application.

Figure 1. Rack-Mount Audio Messenger Interface

Fea tures

 recorded alarm tones
 eight inputs and eight outputs upgradeable to

40 inputs and outputs

 600-ohm, 1 V
 CompactFlash

audio output

RMS

®

memory

 ACT (AMI Configuration Tool) PC software
 scheduled events
 day/night modes
 live/recorded speech messages

®

 integration to Page/Party

systems

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Model

Description

10959-207

AMI, rack-mount with Page/Party® interface

10959-208

AMI, rack-mount with Page/Party® and telephone interfaces

12584-001

I/O control module option

XDM002A

desktop paging microphone

10960-001

zone interface module

10962-00x

AMI redundancy controller

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Options

 telephone access
 desktop paging microphone
 up to 40 general inputs and 40 general outputs
 routability to eight controlled audio zones
 AMI redundancy for system reliability
 integration to ADVANCE systems

Table 1. Rack-Mount AMI Models and Accessories

Functions

Alarms

The ACT tool includes pre-recorded tones suitable for almost any application. The tones include typical
emergency tones (i.e., a siren, slow whoop, etc.) and signaling or process tones (i.e., a gong, steady tone,
etc.). All of the tones and speech messages broadcast by the AMI are stored in MP3 file format. For
applications where a required tone is not supplied, any tone recorded or stored in an MP3 file format can
be used with the AMI.

Inputs/Outputs

The AMI includes eight configurable inputs and outputs. Inputs are typically configured to activate tones
and/or speech messages, mute audio playback, or reset alarms. Outputs are typically used to activate
external signaling devices, interface to automated control systems, or interface to paging system
equipment.

An I/O control module can be added to the system if the standard eight inputs and outputs are not
sufficient for an application. The I/O control module provides an additional 32 inputs and 32 digital
outputs expanding the total possible inputs and outputs to 40 of each.

Timed Events

The AMI has the capability to perform several functions based on the time of day. Events can be
scheduled to occur at any interval (hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly, etc.). Scheduled events are
configured using the ACT software.

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Optional Telephone Operation (Model 10959-208 only)

The Model 10959-208 AMI can provide passcode-protected telephone access to the system to allow
telephone access only if the correct Remote Access Security Code is entered. The remote access code is
used to prevent unwanted callers from directly accessing the system. Callers must enter the correct
security code to gain access to the system if the system is configured to use a security code. Day and
night modes can have different security codes.

The telephone interface has multiple operational modes. Configure the appropriate mode using the ACT
software application.

The operational modes of operation are as follows:
 Page/Party®—Delivers live voice pages (not pre-recorded) to the page line output.—The party line is

held open following the page.

 Record Page—Records each page before delivery to the page line output.
 Mixed Mode—Records a page, delivers it to the page line output, and holds the party line open

following the page.

 Live Page Mode—Delivers a live voice page (not pre-recorded) to the page line output. The party

line is not open following the page.

 Ring Mode—Plays a preconfigured message on the page line to signal an incoming call.
 Manual/Disabled—The telephone interface does not automatically answer a phone call. However, an

input can be configured for manual access to allow an attendant to manually answer the phone, and
transfer calls to a party line.

The AMI can support two temporal modes of operation: day mode and night mode. The day mode and
night mode can be configured independently of each other. As an example of different day and night
modes; the day mode may be configured to allow callers to page and wait for a subsequent party line
communication, while the night mode is configured to play a tone over the paging system alerting
personnel of an incoming call. The call can be answered at any Page/Party® station in this mode.

Page/Party® Operation

Page/Party® operation allows the AMI to play messages/alarms and connect phone calls (Model 10959-

208) to a Page/Party® system.

Page/Party® operation has the ability to generate the VLC tone during a message/alarm that gives
Page/Party® stations a signal to change the volume of the message/alarm being played.

The operation of the Model 10959-209 telephone interface works as described above when the AMI is
interfaced to a Page/Party® system. The party line used for telephone operation in a Page/Party® system
is hardwired in the system, and cannot be changed by the caller or the AMI configuration.

A user on a Page/Party® system can also initiate a call using a feature called party hot dial. Party hot dial
is configure with the ACT tool and allows the AMI to recognize when a station has gone off-hook on a
designated party line. The AMI then connects that party line to the telephone interface and automatically
dials a preprogrammed telephone number. The call is terminated after a hang-up delay when the station is
placed back on-hook.

Optional ADVANCE Operation

Page/Party® operation allows an AMI to play messages/alarms and connect phone calls to an ADVANCE
system. The operation of the telephone interface includes all page modes as described above when the
Model 10959-209 AMI is interfaced to an ADVANCE system.

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DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

DANGER

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Scheduled events and live pages can be played through the ADVANCE system to a specified zone group.
Zone groups are configured using the ACT tool and the ADVANCE system configuration software.
Configured zone groups can be assigned to individual events, messages, or the AMI auxiliary microphone
jack.

NOTE: Party lines one and two must be used in an ADVANCE system, and cannot be changed by the

caller or the AMI configuration.

Refer to the Jumper Settings section when the AMI is used in an ADVANCE system.

Optional Zone Operation

The optional zone interface module allows the AMI to route audio to eight individually controlled zones.
Each zone provides a 0 dBm/600-ohm output. Use the ACT tool to assign zones to zone groups. A zone
group is assigned a unique description and can consist of any combination of zones. A maximum of 60
zone groups can be created. Use the ACT tool to assign various events and messages to each zone group.
Telephone callers can use DTMF signaling to select the zone group prior to making a page.

Optional AMI Redundancy

The optional ARC (AMI Redundant Controller) provides the capability to increase system reliability by
using two AMI units; one as the primary, and one as a backup. The ARC module(s) control which AMI
is active and which is the backup.

During normal alarm operation, input contacts are applied simultaneously to both the active and back-up
AMIs. The ARC module(s) allow only the active generator to play the tone/speech message over the
system speakers. The backup AMI is held in standby mode to prevent audio mixing of the two AMI
tone/speech messages.

In the event of a failure of the active AMI, the backup AMI becomes active and plays its tone/speech
message over the system speakers.

Installation

—Power Disconnect—The power cord is the main power disconnect for all units.

—Disjontion de l’alimentation—Le cordon d’alimentation est la disjonction d’alimentation principale tous les appareils.

—Para Desconectar la Alimentación—El cable de alimentación es el medio principal de desconexión del equipo.

—Netzanschluß—Wenn man das Netzkabel aus der Steckdose zieht, dann ist die Spannungszuführung zum Gerät vollkommen

CAUTION

unterbrochen.

—To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

ATTENTION

PRECAUCIÓN

VORSICHT

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—Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou de

section supérieure.

—Para aminorar la posibilidad de incendios, utilice solamente cable de telecomunicaciones de calibre 26

(sistema AWG americano) o mayor.

—Um die Brandgefahr zu verringern, verwenden Sie bitte nur Fernmeldekabel der Stärke Nr. 26 AWG oder höher.

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Mounting

The Model 10959-207 and -208 Rack-Mount AMI units can be placed on a table or desk, or can be
mounted in a standard EIA 19-inch electronic equipment rack.

Desktop installations

1. Install the five stabilizing feet.

2. Attach the top to the base with the four #4 countersink toothed washers and screws. These washers

help provide good contact to ensure adequate grounding.

Figure 2. AMI with feet for tabletop

Rack Installations

The 10959-207/-208 AMI requires 1U (1.75 inches) in a standard 19-inch rack.

1. Install the mounting brackets with the eight 8–32 × 3/8-inch screws provided.

2. Mount the AMI into the rack using the four 10–32 × ¾-inch screws provided.

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Field Wiring

Figure 3. Back of rack with connections labeled

Digital Outputs

Terminal block TB1, labeled DIGITAL

OUTPUTS, is located on the rear of the AMI. It provides eight

digital common ground outputs. The outputs are open collector active low. The controlled circuit must
use the same voltage used to power the AMI. The ground or dc common terminals for the controlled
circuits must be tied to GND on the terminal block. Each output can supply 100 mA maximum current.

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Metalwork

Label

Internal

Terminal Pin-Out

Function or ACT
Description

GND

TB1-1

Ground or dc common

1

TB1-2

Output 1

2

TB1-3

Output 2 3 TB1-4

Output 3

4

TB1-5

Output 4

5

TB1-6

Output 5 6 TB1-7

Output 6

7

TB1-8

Output 7

8

TB1-9

Output 8

GND

TB1-10

Ground or dc common

Metalwork

Label

Internal

Terminal Pin-Out

Function or ACT
Description

GND

TB2-1

Ground or dc common

1

TB2-2

Input 1 2 TB2-3

Input 2

3

TB2-4

Input 3

4

TB2-5

Input 4

5

TB2-6

Input 5 6 TB2-7

Input 6

7

TB2-8

Input 7

8

TB2-9

Input 8

GND

TB2-10

Ground or dc common

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Table 2. Digital Output Connections

Digital Inputs

Terminal block TB2, labeled DIGITAL INPUTS, is located on the rear of the AMI. It provides eight
digital common ground inputs. The input contacts are configured as any combination of momentary
(pulsed) switches and maintained (latched) switches. They can be either NO (normally open) or NC
(normally closed) dry contacts rated at 5 mA or better. The ground or dc common terminals for the
controlled circuits must be tied to GND on the terminal block.

NOTE: The cable loop resistance connecting the relay/switch contact closures cannot exceed 200 ohms

for the inputs to operate reliably.

Table 3. Digital Input Connections

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Metalwork

Label

Internal Terminal

Pin-Out

Function or ACT Description

600 OHM L1

TB3-1

page output audio to public address amplifier,
ADVANCE system, or zone interface module

600 OHM L2

TB3-2

AUDBUS2 L1

TB3-3

internal audio bus and ADVANCE, ARC, or
party audio from AMI

AUDBUS2 L2

TB3-4

AUDBUS1 L1

TB3-5

internal audio bus and ADVANCE party audio to
AMI

AUDBUS1 L2

TB3-6

PGND

TB3-7

power supply ground

RS485 INT GND

TB3-8

no connection

RS485 INT −

TB3-9

data/ground connection for I/O control module

RS485 INT +

TB3-10

Metalwork

Label

Internal Terminal

Pin-Out

Function or ACT Description

EXT DATA GND

TB4-1

no connection

EXT DATA-

TB4-2

data connection for ADVANCE or external CPU
control

EXT DATA+

TB4-3

FLT

TB4-4

active high signal representing a fault with AMI

REBOOT

TB4-5

momentary active low signal to reboot AMI

GND

TB4-6

ground reference for FLT and REBOOT

AUD ACT 1

TB4-7

isolated SSR—closed during AMI page
On resistance = 30 ohms

AUD ACT 2

TB4-8

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Audio

Terminal block TB3, labeled AUDIO, is located on the rear of the AMI. It provides connections for audio
inputs, audio outputs, and local RS-485 data connections. Audio connections to a public address
amplifier require shielded pair conductors. Local data connections are used with the I/O control module
and/or the zone interface module.

Table 4. Audio/RS485 Connections

System

Terminal block TB4, labeled SYSTEM, is located on the rear of the AMI. It provides connections for
system applications such as system reboot, fault indicator, and external data communications.

Table 5. System Connections

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Termination

PCBA Label

Internal

Terminal Pin-Out

Function or ACT Description

+

TB6-1

positive terminal of external power supply
(black wire with white stripe from power supply)

−

TB6-2

negative terminal of external power supply
(solid black wire from power supply)

GND

TB6-3

frame ground

PPI PCBA

Label

Internal

Terminal Pin-Out

Function or ACT Description

PARTY L1

P1-1

33-ohm line interface to GAI-TRONICS party line
internal 33-ohm termination

PARTY L2

P1-2

PAGE L1

P1-3

33-ohm line interface to GAI-TRONICS page line
external 33-ohm termination required

PAGE L2

P1-4

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Ethernet

The Ethernet connector is reserved for future implementation.

Power

Terminal block TB6, labeled CLASS 2 12 –24 VDC, is located on the rear of the AMI. It provides the
required 12–24 V dc power connection to the AMI.

Table 6. Input Power Connection

Optional PBX Connection (Model 10959-208 only)

The connector labeled PBX on the rear of the AMI provides connectivity to a standard PBX analog
station port. Connect the telephone cable to the PBX jack with an RJ11 plug.

Page/Party®

Connector P1, labeled PAGE/PARTY, is located on the back of the AMI and provides connectivity to a
Page/Party® system.

Table 7. Page/Party® Connections

NOTE: Pin 1 on this connector is on the right side.

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Pin

Label

Function

1

HEADSET_RX_AUD

headset receive audio

2

RS232_RXD

RS-232 receive

3

PTT

Push-to-Talk

4

MIC_HI

microphone high

5

MIC_LO

microphone low

6

MONITOR

Monitor

7

RS232_TXD

RS-232 transmit

8

PGND

Ground

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Auxiliary Microphone

Jack J1, located on the front panel of the AMI, provides connectivity for an auxiliary microphone. The
pinout for the microphone jack is as follows:

Table 8. Auxiliary Microphone Jack Pinout

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Settings and Adjustments

Opening the Unit

Rack Installations:

1. Label and disconnect all wiring to the AMI.

2. Remove the four 10-32  ¾-inch screws holding the unit in the rack.

3. Pull the unit out of the rack.

All Installations:

4. Remove the four screws securing the cover to the enclosure.

5. Remove the cover from the AMI enclosure.

Figure 4. Model 10959-208 AMI without cover (all boards installed).

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Level Adjustments

Display Brightness

Adjust potentiometer R237, on the main PCBA, to change the brightness of the LCD display on the front
of the assembly.

Phone Line Levels

Two potentiometers on the optional telephone interface PCBA adjust the telephone audio levels:

 Volume level from telephone line—Adjust the receiver volume potentiometer, R36.
 Volume to telephone line—Adjust the transmit volume potentiometer, R1.

Party Line Levels

Two potentiometers on the Page/Party® Interface PCBA adjust the party line audio levels:

 Volume level to party line—Adjust the party volume potentiometer, R66.
 Sidetone level from party line—Adjust the party sidetone potentiometer, R30.

Page Line Levels

Two potentiometers on the Page/Party® Interface PCBA adjust the page line audio levels:

 Volume level to the page line—Adjust the page volume potentiometer, R39.
 Page line audio monitor level—Adjust the page monitor potentiometer, R69.

Jumper Settings

600-Ohm Line Termination

Terminate the 600-ohm audio lines with 600 ohms for impedance matching. Use jumper P5, located on
the termination board (see Figure 5), to configure impedance matching on the 600-ohm audio line
connections (see Table 9).

AUDBUS1 Termination

Terminate the AUDBUS1 connection with 600 ohms for impedance matching. Use jumper P1, located
on the termination board (see Figure 5), to configure impedance matching on the AUDBUS1 connection
(see Table 9).

AUDBUS2 Termination

Terminate the AUDBUS2 connection with 600 ohms for impedance matching. Use jumper P6, located
on the termination board (see Figure 5), to configure impedance matching on the AUDBUS2 connection
(see Table 9).

Audio Contact Supervision

Configure the audio contact (AUD ACT) as supervised or unsupervised. Use jumper P11, locate on the
termination board (see Figure 5), to configure the audio contact as supervised for use with an ADVANCE
cabinet, or as an isolated SSR contact (see Table 9).

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Figure 5. Termination PCBA

Table 9. Termination PCBA Jumper Functions

Jumper Output Position

P1

P5

P6

P11

TB3-5, 6

Audio bus 1

TB3-1, 2

600 ohms

TB3-3, 4

Audio bus 2

TB4-7, 8

Audio contact

1-2 600-ohm resistor connected (ADVANCE position)

2-3 Default: unterminated

1-2 600-ohm resistor connected (ADVANCE position)

2-3 Default: unterminated

1-2 600-ohm resistor connected (ADVANCE position)

2-3 Default: unterminated

1-2

2-3 Default: unsupervised

Function

Supervision resistor network, 4.7k in series, 15k in
parallel (ADVANCE position)

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Date and Time Set Up

Date Set Up

Use the push buttons located on the front of the AMI to set the date (see Figure 4 for the push-button
locations). Complete the following procedure to set the date:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.

2. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the DATE: display.

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the DATE set up.

4. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm choice.

5. Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired day.

6. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the month.

7. Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired month.

8. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the year.

9. Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired year.

10. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to accept the DATE setting.

Time Set Up

Use the push buttons located on the front of the AMI to set the time (see Figure 4 for the push-button
locations). Complete the following procedure to set the time:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.

2. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the TIME: display.

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the TIME: set up.

4. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm choice.

5. Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired hour.

6. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the minute.

7. Press <UP>, PB1 or <DOWN>, PB2 to select the desired minute.

8. Press <Enter>, PB4, to accept the TIME: setting.

AMI Configuration Tool (ACT)

Overview

The ACT (Audio Messenger Interface Configuration Tool) software is used to define and change
configurations for the AMI, and is included with all models of AMI. To retrieve configurations and play
audio messages, the AMI accesses a CompactFlash® card. Each AMI is shipped with a CompactFlash®
card pre-programmed with the AMI Factory Default configuration.

Please refer to the ACT software online help for specific instructions.

System Requirements

The ACT software must be installed on a Windows PC (Windows® XP/7/10) equipped with a USB port.
A reader/writer capable of programming CompactFlash® memory cards must be connected to the USB
port. The CompactFlash® reader/writer is not included with the AMI.

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Configurable Parameters

Fragments

All tones and voice messages are digitally recorded and stored on the CompactFlash® card as audio
fragments stored in MP3 files.

Messages

Each message is a collection of fragments. The content of each message must be defined by selecting the
fragment(s) to be incorporated into the message. Other message parameters include:

 message title
 priority
 volume
 play mode and repeat interval

Inputs

Input circuits must be enabled or disabled. Program each enabled input circuit with the following
parameters:

 title containing a brief text description of the input and its use
 type of switch contact being used to activate the input (NO, NC)
 action of the switch (maintained, momentary, toggle on/off)
 function of the input (activate a message, reboot, mute, etc.)

Outputs

Output circuits must be enabled or disabled. Program each enabled output circuit with the following
parameters:

 title containing a brief text description of the output and its use
 mode of operation when active (maintained, flash, momentary, flicker)
 activation assignment from an input or scheduled event

Event Scheduling

Use the event-scheduling feature to set up messages to automatically play at certain dates and times. Set
the following parameters when scheduling events:

 start and stop times
 start and stop dates
 event duration and intervals

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Optional Telephone Interface

Configure the following parameters if using the telephone interface:

 number of rings before answer
 paging mode (live or recorded)
 page delay, if recorded
 maximum page duration
 selection of a greeting message to be played to the caller
 selection of a pre-announcement tone to be played to the PA system

Page/Party® Interface

The following parameters can be set for the Page/Party® Interface:

 VLC activation
 party hot dial

Optional Zone Groups

Zone groups are configured with a unique description, and assigned any combination of the eight
available output zones.

CompactFlash®

The CompactFlash® memory card stores the system configuration, speech messages, and alarm tones.
Complete the following instructions to install the memory card:

1. Insert the memory card through the rectangular MEMORY CARD slot on the AMI main board with

the label on the memory card facing up.

2. Slide the memory card in until it is fully seated in the slot.

When seated properly, the card protrudes approximately ¼ inch from the front of the socket.

NOTE: The memory card and its socket are keyed for proper insertion—do not force the card into the

socket.

3. Reboot the system so the AMI unit can read the memory card.

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Operation

The AMI operates based on system inputs and outputs or by manual operation after the CompactFlash®
has been programmed and installed in the unit.

LCD Display at Initial Power Up

The AMI completes a self-diagnostic of its settings at initial power up. The LCD display cycles through
the following messages:

 AMI firmware version
 boot DSP
 media detected
 EEPROM firmware version
 DSP firmware version
 progress bar/LOAD CONFIG
 configuration version
 configuration date and time
 configuration file name
 HIO (I/O control module) board firmware version or “HIO not installed.”
 ASM (Zone Interface Module) board firmware version or “ASM not installed.”
 Page/Party® board firmware version
 AMI main board firmware version
 telephone interface mode (if telephone interface installed)
 telephone interface board firmware version or “Telephone Interface not installed.”
 telephone interface greeting file name (if recording a new greeting)
 AMI ready
 time, page symbol/date

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 The VU meter indicates the volume of a page playing.

 Mute indicates the page audio is muted.

 Progress bar indicates remaining time for the party line connection timeout.

 Telephone handset indicates the AMI unit is being accessed via a telephone connection.

 Microphone indicates a page from the auxiliary jack.

 Off hook indicates that a digital input designated as party line off hook is active.

 Right/left arrows indicate transmit and receive activity on the auxiliary jack or external RS-485.

 Text display (scrolling) displays current system status, such as the name of the current message

playing, telephone connection status, and party connection status.

 Rotating slash, when visible, indicates the AMI has a lower priority message pending, ready to be

played.

MIN

MAX

MAX

MIN

MID

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LCD Display during Operation

The LCD uses various symbols to indicate AMI activity:

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Push-Button Menu Operation

Front panel push buttons provide menu access for various control features including; play a message, stop
a message, and firmware update.

Stop Message

This menu item halts the currently playing message. The button sequence is:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.

2. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the STOP: item.

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm the selection.

Play Message

This menu item plays a specific message. Messages are grouped by priority (1 through 7). The button
sequence allows the user to select a message to be played from a specific priority group:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.

2. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the PLAY: item.

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the PLAY: item.

4. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll to the message.

5. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to play the selected message.

Firmware Update

This menu item facilitates updating the firmware of the AMI main board. The button sequence used is:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.

2. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll the menu to the FIRMWARE UPDATE: item.

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the FIRMWARE UPDATE: item.

4. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm the selection.

Reset AMI

Complete the following menu sequence to restart the AMI:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system.

2. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll the menu to the SYSTEM REBOOT: item.

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the SYSTEM REboot: item.

4. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to confirm the selection.

Return

Select this menu item to return the system to normal operation mode:

1. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to enter the menu system

2. Press <SELECT>, PB3, to scroll the menu to the RETURN item

3. Press <ENTER>, PB4, to select the RETURN menu item and return to normal operating mode.

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Specifications

Power Supply

Voltage ................................................................................. 12 to 24 V dc (UL listed) Class 2 power source

(plug-in 12 V dc power supply included with AMI)

Current ................................................................................................................................... 1 A (minimum)

Power consumed ................................................................................................................. 10 W (maximum)

Audio

Speech capacity ........................................................................... 500 min with 512 Mb CompactFlash® card

Scheduled events ........................................................................................................................ 29 maximum

Frequency response ............................................................................. 250–6500 Hz, +0/−3 dB ref. to 1 kHz

Distortion ........................................................................................ <1% THD @ 1 kHz @ nominal settings

Outputs

600-ohm output ...................................................................................................................... 1 V

33-ohm page output ............................................................................................................ 1.5 V

33-ohm party output ............................................................................................................ 1.5 V

Telephone line output ........................................................................................................ −10 dBm nominal

nominal

RMS

nominal

RMS

nominal

RMS

Inputs

Telephone line input .......................................................................................................... −10 dBm nominal

33-ohm party input .............................................................................................................. 1.5 V

Microphone

nominal

RMS

Type ........................................................................................................................................... passive input

Input impedance ................................................................................................................................... > 2 kΩ

Nominal input level .......................................................................................................................... −20 dBm

Input Adjustment Range .......................................................................................................................... N/A

Communications

ADVANCE ......................................................................................................................................... RS-485

Phone line ............................................................................................................................................ DTMF

I/O Control

Digital outputs .......................................................................................................................... open collector

Maximum output sinks current ......................................................................................... 100 mA per output

Maximum output voltage ...................................................................................................AMI input voltage

Isolated output .......................................................... dry contact or GAI-TRONICS proprietary supervision

Digital inputs ..................................................................................................... open collector or dry contact

Mechanical

Material ................................................... steel body with aluminum cover; black, fine-textured paint finish

Mounting ........................................................................................................... 1-U in standard 19-inch rack

Connections....................................................................................... screw-type terminal blocks, phone jack

Dimensions ............................................................... 17.00 W × 11.18 D × 1.72 H in, (432 × 284 × 44 mm)

Weight .................................................................................................................................... 8.5 lb (3.86 kg)

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Model Number

Description

69517-204

Termination PCBA

69462-001

Telephone Interface PCBA

69463-001

AMI Single-Party Interface

49100-007

CompactFlash® Card (blank)

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Environmental

Temperature range ................................................................................... +32 ºF to +122 ºF (0 ºC to +50 ºC)

FCC Information

Complies with CFR47, Part 15 ........................................................................................................... Class A

Approvals

Safety of Information Technology Equipment.......UL 60950, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-00, IEC 60950

Replacement Parts

Table 10. Replacement Parts

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Warranty

Equipment. GAI-Tronics warrants for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment, that any

GAI-Tronics equipment supplied hereunder shall be free of defects in material and workmanship, shall
comply with the then-current product specifications and product literature, and if applicable, shall be fit
for the purpose specified in the agreed-upon quotation or proposal document. If (a) Seller’s goods prove
to be defective in workmanship and/or material under normal and proper usage, or unfit for the purpose
specified and agreed upon, and (b) Buyer’s claim is made within the warranty period set forth above,
Buyer may return such goods to GAI-Tronics’ nearest depot repair facility, freight prepaid, at which time
they will be repaired or replaced, at Seller’s option, without charge to Buyer. Repair or replacement shall
be Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy. The warranty period on any repaired or replacement equipment
shall be the greater of the ninety (90) day repair warranty or one (1) year from the date the original
equipment was shipped. In no event shall GAI-Tronics warranty obligations with respect to equipment
exceed 100% of the total cost of the equipment supplied hereunder. Buyer may also be entitled to the
manufacturer’s warranty on any third-party goods supplied by GAI-Tronics hereunder. The applicability
of any such third-party warranty will be determined by GAI-Tronics.

Services. Any services GAI-Tronics provides hereunder, whether directly or through subcontractors,

shall be performed in accordance with the standard of care with which such services are normally
provided in the industry. If the services fail to meet the applicable industry standard, GAI-Tronics will
re-perform such services at no cost to buyer to correct said deficiency to Company's satisfaction provided
any and all issues are identified prior to the demobilization of the Contractor’s personnel from the work
site. Re-performance of services shall be Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy, and in no event shall GAI­Tronics warranty obligations with respect to services exceed 100% of the total cost of the services
provided hereunder.

Warranty Periods. Every claim by Buyer alleging a defect in the goods and/or services provided

hereunder shall be deemed waived unless such claim is made in writing within the applicable warranty
periods as set forth above. Provided, however, that if the defect complained of is latent and not
discoverable within the above warranty periods, every claim arising on account of such latent defect shall
be deemed waived unless it is made in writing within a reasonable time after such latent defect is or
should have been discovered by Buyer.

Limitations / Exclusions. The warranties herein shall not apply to, and GAI-Tronics shall not be

responsible for, any damage to the goods or failure of the services supplied hereunder, to the extent
caused by Buyer’s neglect, failure to follow operational and maintenance procedures provided with the
equipment, or the use of technicians not specifically authorized by GAI-Tronics to maintain or service the
equipment. THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF AND
EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY
OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Return Policy

If the equipment requires service, contact your Regional Service Center for a return authorization number
(RA#). Equipment should be shipped prepaid to GAI-Tronics with a return authorization number and a
purchase order number. If the equipment is under warranty, repairs or a replacement will be made in
accordance with the warranty policy set forth above. Please include a written explanation of all defects to
assist our technicians in their troubleshooting efforts.

Call 800-492-1212 (inside the USA) or 610-777-1374 (outside the USA) for help identifying the
Regional Service Center closest to you.

(Rev. 10/06)