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GAI-TRONICS® CORPORATION
A HUBBELL COMPANY
Model 12576-503 Desktop
Access Panel with LCD Display
Confidential ity Notice
This manual is provided solely as an operational, installation, and maintenance guide and contains sensitive business and
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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.
General Information
Product Overview
The Model 12576-503 Desktop Access Panel with
LCD Display is a component of GAI-Tronics’
ADVANCE system.
The operation of each access panel is programmed at
the ADVANCE system control cabinet. Operating
capabilities include: voice paging, party line
communication (with other access panels or
Page/Party
alarms, and a text display of the system operating
status.
The access panel speaker can broadcast page and
alarm audio. A sounder (sonalert) can annunciate
system alarm/trouble conditions or communication
requests to the access panel operator.
®
stations), activation/reset of emergency
Figure 1. Model 12576-503 Desktop Access
Panel with LCD Display
Fea tures
• 120 V ac, 50/60 Hz input power • Sonalert with volume control
• Handset with pressbar paging switch • Speaker with volume control
• 24 push-button switches with associated LEDs
(software configurable)
• Lamp test push button • Audio accessory port
• LCD text display
• Three push-button switches without LEDs
(software configurable)
GAI-Tronics Corporation 400 E. Wyomissing Ave. Mohnton, PA 19540 USA
610-777-1374 800-492-1212 Fax: 610-796-5954
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Installation
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read, follow, and retain instructions – All safety and operating instructions should be read and
followed before operating the unit. Retain instructions for future reference.
2. Heed warnings – Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
3. Attachments – Attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer should not be used, as
they may cause hazards.
4. Servicing – Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
5. This permanently connected apparatus must have a UL Listed circuit breaker incorporated in the
electrical installation of the building.
USA and Canada Consult the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), Canadian Standards Association
(CSA 22.1), and local codes for specific requirements regarding your installation. Class 2 circuit wiring
must be performed in accordance with NEC 725.55.
Mounting
Remove the access panel from its protective packing. Simply position the access panel on a sturdy
horizontal surface in a convenient location where the handset and push buttons are readily accessible.
Figure 2. Access Panel - Top View
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Field Wiring
Data (T X/RX)
An 8-pin data port (RJ45 jack) on the rear of the unit connects the
access panel data line to the ADVANCE system control cabinet. A
twisted pair cable (minimum Category 3) should be used for this
connection.
Observe cable conductor polarity (+/-) when making connections at
the control cabinet: (+ connects to +) and (- connects to -). No
damage will occur if the polarity is reversed, but the access panel will
not function. Maximum cable distance to the control cabinet is 3 km
when using No. 24 AWG (Category 3) cable.
Refer to Figure 3 for RJ45 jack pin out detail and Figure 5 for the data port location.
OTE: Pin 5 (+) and pin 4 (-) should be used for new installations. Pin 3 (+) and pin 4 (-) are used when
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replacing a Model 727-001 Desktop Access Panel.
Power
Figure 3. Data Connection Detail
The access panel is supplied with a 120 V ac/12 V dc wall plug power supply. Plug the power cord into
the power connector on the rear of the unit. Plug the other end into an ac electrical outlet (120 V ac @
50/60 Hz). Refer to Figure 5 for power connector location.
OTE: The access panel does not have an on/off power switch and will power up immediately upon
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plugging in the power cable. The ADVANCE control cabinet must also be powered and running before
the access panel is operational. LEDs on the access panel will flash, the sounder will “beep” and the
display will read “No communication with ADVANCE” until data communication is established with the
ADVANCE control cabinet.
Ground
A customer ground for additional ESD protection is located on the back of the unit. Ensure the unit is
properly grounded in accordance with local and national electrical code guidelines.
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Audio Accessory Port
An 8-pin audio port (RJ45 jack) on the rear of the unit is
available to connect GAI-Tronics Model XAAB002A Audio
Accessory Box to the access panel. Optional accessories, such
as microphones, headsets, footswitches, etc., can be connected
to the audio accessory box (sold separately). Refer to Pub.
43004-026 for more detailed information.
Alternatively, the audio port can be used to connect an external
audio source and contact closure directly to the access panel.
It also has a line level (0.775 Vrms) audio output which can be
connected directly to external devices, such as an amplifier.
Refer to Figure 4 for the external audio connection detail and
Figure 4. Audio Connection Detail
Figure 5 for the audio accessory port location.
Figure 5. Access Panel Rear View
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Settings and Adjustments
User Adjustments
Speaker Volume Adjustment
The speaker volume control on the rear of the unit adjusts the volume level of the i nter n al speaker.
Clockwise rotation will increase the volume and counterclockwise rotation will decrease the volume.
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OTE: The handset must be on-hook to adjust the speaker volume because the speaker is muted when the
handset is off-hook.
Sonalert Volume Adjus tment
The sonalert volume control on the rear of the unit adjusts the volume lev el of the s onale rt (sounde r).
Clockwise rotation will increase the volume and counterclockwise rotation will decrease the volume.
Internal Adjustments
Opening the Enclosure
Carefully flip over the unit. Remove the four screws from the bottom of the plastic enclosure. Open the
access panel by removing the bottom enclosure to the right of the unit. Be careful not to disconnect any
cables.
Jumper Settings
External A udio Input
Jumper P6 on No. 69447-xxx PCBA must be set to match the input level of the external aud io source
connected to the audio accessory port. Place P6 in the HI position (default setting) for a line level
(0.775 Vrms) audio signal. Place P6 in the LO position for microphone level (3mVrms) audio signals.
Refer to Figure 6 for jumper location.
TX/RX Data
Jumper P9 on No. 69447-xxx PCBA provides a ground reference to the access panel data line. A similar
jumper is located on the Access Panel Interface (API) card in the system control cabinet. The data line
must be ground referenced on one side of the communication link but not both. Place P9 in the GND
position to create a ground reference. Place P9 in the FLOAT position (default) to remove the ground
reference. Refer to Figure 6 for jumper location.
Potentiometer Adjustments
LCD Display Brightness
R2 on No. 69447-xxx PCBA adjusts the brightness of the backlight of the display. Clockwise rotation
increases the brightness. Refer to Figure 6 for potentiometer location.
LCD Display Contrast
R1 on No. 69447-xxx PCBA adjusts the contrast of the display. Clockwise rotation increases the
contrast. Refer to Figure 6 for potentiometer location.
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External A udio Output
R3 on No. 69862-xxx PCBA adjusts the external audio output level. Clockwise rotation increases the
level. Default output level is 0.775 Vrms. Refer to Figure 7 for potentiometer location.
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OTE: The handset must be on-hook to adjust the external audio output level because the external audio
output is muted when the handset is off-hook.
Figure 6. No. 69447-xxx Access Panel PCBA
Figure 7. No. 69682-xxx Access Panel Termination PCBA
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Attaching the Front Panel
After all adjustments have been completed, place the bottom enclosure on the top enclosure, being careful
not to pinch any cables. Secure the rear enclosure using the four screws provided.
Keypad Labels
The keypad on the enclosure uses “slide-in” labels to identify
the individual switch functions. Two sheets of blank labels
are included with the access panel. (GAI-Tronics Part. No.
14919-113).
The labels are printed by inserting the blank sheets into any
laser jet or inkjet printer. A Microsoft Word document
(Version 97) is available to create custom labels. It is
available for download at www.gai-tronics.com
Industrial Communications.
Follow the ADVANCE /Sm artSeries link, and select “Access
Panels.”
under
http://wwwgtccom/indcomsystems/smartseries/ss_access_pa
nels.htm
NOTES:
1. To modify the text size and color of the text in the
blocks, you must “unprotect” the document. Do not reprotect the document, otherwise all the information that
was typed in will be lost.
Figure 8. Keypad Button Layout
2. Before printing on the included slide-in labels, print a
test page on plain paper to verify that the positioning, the orientation, and the information are correct.
To check the printed paper, lay it behind the included slide-in label sheet and verify that the print is in
the proper location. Because printers vary, you may need to adjust the margins in the page setup to
center the printed text within the perforated strips.
Install keypad slide-in labels as follows:
1. Separate the slide-in labels along the perforated lines on the sheet.
2. Fold the tab at the end of the slide-in label so that it is perpendicular to the rest of the label.
3. Slide the label into the appropriate slot opening located at the top of each of the button columns.
4. Repeat the above steps for the remaining labels.
To remove the keypad slide-in labels, proceed as follows:
1. Locate the tab at the top of the label and pull it out from behind.
2. Slide the label out using the tab that has been exposed.
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Operation
The access panel operator is capable of voice communication, system control functions and viewing the
system operating status on the LCD display. The following paragraphs provide a general overview of the
available access panel features. Operation details for the access panel are determined by software
programming at the ADVANCE system control cabinet.
In general, the access panel handset is used for paging and party line communication. Push-button
switches are used for a variety of system control functions.
Push-Button Switch Summary
Each push-button switch function and LED indicator is programmable. Typical switch functions include
alarm activation/reset, paging zone selection, or beacon activation/reset, but other special functions are
available through system programming.
Paging and Party Line Operation (typical)
Complete the following steps to make a page announcement from an access panel.
1. Lift the handset from the cradle.
2. Select the desired paging destination(s) or all call. The LEDs of the selected switches illuminate.
3. Press and hold the handset pressbar switch.
4. After the short “wait” tone is heard, speak directly into the microphone to broadcast your
announcement.
5. Release the handset pressbar when complete.
6. Upon releasing the pressbar switch, the access panel handset is connected to party line 1 (default).
The paged individual(s) responds by picking up a station’s handset and turning the selector switch to
party line 1. Party line communication is not broadcast over the system speakers. Other individuals
can also pick up a handset and join the conversation at any time. Always return the handset to the
cradle following a page or a party line conversation.
OTE: To cancel any selected destination push-button switch, press the switch again and the LED will
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extinguish. The access panel automatically deselects the paging destination(s) after a page is completed.
Paging Confirmation Tones
When paging from an access panel, a short “wait” tone will be heard in the handset receiver when the
page switch is depressed. Do not talk until the tone ceases. When the tone ceases, the page request has
been granted by the system control cabinet. If a busy tone is heard, the page request has been rejected and
the operator must try again later. The page rejection occurs when a higher priority page or alarm is in
progress at the time of the page request.
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Timeout Features
Each access panel can be programmed to limit handset paging time and the amount of time the handset
can be in use or off-hook. These features are often used to identify handsets that have accidentally been
left off-hook or to restrict an access panel from being in use for prolonged periods of time.
Page Timeout – This sets amount of time the access panel can generate a page. If the limit is exceeded,
the page will cease and a busy tone is heard in the handset receiver. A trouble report will be sent to the
control cabinet. If the handset page switch is released, the page timer is reset. The page timeout can be
disabled or set for 1–25 minutes in 1-minute intervals.
OTE: By default, the page time-out for access panels is disabled.
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Off-Hook Timeout – This sets amount of time the access panel can be in use or off-hook. If the limit is
exceeded, handset operation will cease and the access panel will be placed electrically on-hook. A
trouble report is sent to the control cabinet. The handset remains inoperative until it is physically placed
back on-hook. The off-hook timeout can be disabled or set from 1–25 minutes in 1-minute intervals.
OTE: By default the off-hook time-out for access panels is disabled.
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Handset Paging Pre-announcement Tones
An access panel page can be preceded by one of two available tones. Tone selection is based on the
system mode of operation at the time of the page (normal or alarm). The “Splash” is a Hi-Lo tone
approximately 1 second in duration. The “Alert” is a swept tone approximately 1 second in duration.
OTE: By default, the splash tone is enabled.
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Activating an Alarm
Activate an alarm from the access panel as follows:
1. Select the desired destination using the zone push button(s) if configured. The destination could be a
single zone, a group of zones, or all zones. The LEDs of the selected zone switches illuminate.
2. Select the appropriate alarm push button. The alarm broadcasts into the selected zones, and the LED
of the selected alarm illuminates during the broadcast.
3. For access panels equipped with an E
NTER push button: Press the ENTER push button after pressing
the alarm push button to activate the alarm in the selected zones.
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1. To cancel any concurrent alarm, press the C
ANCEL CURRENT push button. Pressing the RESET ALL
push button cancels all alarms that are currently playing or that are in the alarm queue.
2.
Alarms may also be configured to play immediately when the alarm push button is pressed. In this
case a zone selection is not required. The alarm’s destination is pre-configured in the system
programming.
Sonalert
The sonalert is an audible indicator and its control signal is paralleled with LED output #20. It is
typically configured to sound when a new message is available on the LCD. If configured as described
above, press the ACK/NEXT push button to display each new message. The sonalert turns off once the
last available new message has been displayed.
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Lamp Test Feature
The lamp test feature is used to verify that the access panel indicators are functioning properly. When the
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AMP TEST push button is pressed, the switch indicators illuminate and the sonalert sounds.
Maintenance
Troubles hooting
Symptom Possible Cause
The access panel has lost data communication with the Access Panel
Interface (API) card in the ADVANCE System control cabinet.
Possible Causes:
Access panel LEDs flash and
sonalert is sounding. The
panel is not operational.
• Disconnected data cable between the API card and access panel.
• Data cable is connected to an un-programmed API card output.
• Data cable polarity is reversed (observe +/- polarity).
• Defective API card
• Defective access panel PCBA
Access panel speaker does
not broadcast.
Handset does not function but
push-button switches do.
Handset does not page.
Some or all push-button
switches do not function.
Handset receiver volume or
microphone volume is low.
Display does not function
• Speaker volume control is turned down
• Defective speaker
• Defective handset hookswitch. When the handset is off-hook, the
speaker is muted.
• Defective hookswitch.
• Hookswitch polarity is programmed backwards.
• The access panel’s paging destination is not programmed.
• Defective page switch or bad page switch wire connection at the
PCBA inside the access panel.
• Push buttons are not programmed
• Defective keypad
• The handset levels (mic, receiver & side tone) are set too low in
the system programming.
• Defective handset microphone or receiver
• The display is not enabled in the system programming.
• Display cable is not connected at the pc board inside the access
panel.
Servicing Guideli nes
1. Notify plant personnel of a system shutdown prior to servicing the unit.
2. Disconnect power before connecting external wiring or installing or removing the access panel.
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Specification s
DC Power Requirements
Input voltage...................................................................................................................................... 12 V dc
Minimum input current..................................................................................................................... 700 mA
Access Panel Cabling
Twisted pair cable........................................................................................................ Category 3 minimum
Nominal cable characteristic impedance......................................................................................... 100 ohms
Frequency response............................................................................................................... 32.0 to 256 kHz
Maximum attenuation........................................................................................................................... 24 dB
Signal level..................................................................................................................... 1.000 to 1.125 Vp-p
Signal-to-noise level...................................................................................... >16.5 dB, 300 kHz bandwidth
Line length................................................3.0 km with Category 3, No. 24 AWG; attenuation = 8.0 dB/km
Handset
Microphone.......................................................................................................... Dynamic, noise cancelling
Receiver.................................................................................................... Dynamic, hearing aid compatible
Cord ......................................................................................................................................... Hytrel, 6-foot
Material........................................................................................................................................ Black ABS
External controls............................................................................................ Push-to-page handset press bar
Handset Amplifier
Output level (through digital syst em connection).................................... 1.5 Vrms into Page/Party® system
Frequency response.............................................................................. 250–6500 Hz, +0/-3 dB ref to 1 kHz
Distortion.................................................................................................................... <1.5% THD @ 1 kHz
Receiver level (with 1.5 Vrms on Page/Party
External Audio Input
®
system).............................................................. 250 mVrms
Low signal input for 1.5 Vrms on Page/Party® system................................................................... 3 mVrms
High signal input for 1.5 Vrms on Page/Party
External Contact Input
®
system................................................ 0.775 Vrms (0 dBm)
Contact closure resistance................................................................................................ 1 k-oh m ma ximum
External Audio Output
Output level (with 1.5 Vrms on Page/Party® system)................................................... 0.775 Vrms (0 dBm)
Mechanical
Unit dimensions..................................................... 9.00 × 11.98 × 6.04 inches (228.6 × 304.3 × 153.4 mm)
Net weight......................................................................................................................... 5.00 lbs. (2.27 kg)
Shipping weight................................................................................................................ 7.00 lbs. (3.18 kg)
Environmental
Operating temperature range.................................................................. +32° F to +120° F (0° C to +49° C)
Relative humidity................................................................................................ Non-condensing 85% max.
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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)
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