Paradox PARAVOX VD710 Reference & Installation
Voice Dialer Module V2.2
VD710
Reference and Installation Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................... ............. ............. ............. ............. ....1
System Features ................................................................................................. 1
Technical Specifications ................................ ... ... ...............................................2
Glossary of Terms ....................................................... ... .................................... 2
Installation .................................................................................................3
Power Connections .............................................................................................3
Telephone Line Connections .................................................. ... ... ...................... 3
Zone Input Terminals .......................................................................................... 5
Programmable Outputs (PGMs) ......................................................................... 5
System Reset .....................................................................................................6
Basic Operation ......... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... .................................................... .6
LED Indicators .................................................................................................... 6
Green OK LED .............................................................................................................6
Red PULSE LED ..........................................................................................................6
Standby Mode ..................................................................................................... 7
Dialer Mode ........................................................................................................7
Installer’s Programming Mode ................................................................8
Dialing Options ............................................................ ... .................................. 10
Dialing Method ..........................................................................................................10
Redials ......................................................................................................................10
Pulse Options ............................................................................................................11
Post Pager Message Delay .......................................................................................11
Post Dial Delay ....................................................................................... ...................11
Voice Message Options .................................................................................... 1 1
Voice Message Length ..............................................................................................12
Voice Message Repeats ...........................................................................................12
Kiss Off Options ........................................................................................................12
Zone Options .................................................................................................... 13
Zone Type .................................................................................................................13
Idle State ...................................................................................................................13
Zone Speed ...............................................................................................................14
Zone 4 Mode .............................................................................................................14
PIN Options ...................................................................................................... 15
Change Installer PIN (Default: 777444) ....................................................................15
Set User PIN Length .................................................................................................15
Set Installer PIN Length ............................................................................................15
Answering Options ............................................................................................ 16
Rings Before Answering ............................................................................................16
Answering Machine Override ....................................................................................16
Telephone Line Monitoring (TLM) .............................................................................17
Local Connection Options .........................................................................................17
Local Connection Code .............................................................................................17
Call Progress Options ....................................................................................... 18
No Dial Tone Action ..................................................................................................18
User’s Opening Menu .............................................................................18
User’s Programming Mode ....................................................................19
Store Telephone Numbers ................................................................................ 21
Record Voice or Pager Messages ..................................................... ............... 23
Voice Messages ........................................................................................................24
Program Output Labels (messages) .........................................................................24
Pager Messages .......................................................................................................24
Change User PIN (Default: 1234) ..................................................................... 25
Installer Instructions for Changing a PIN ...................................................................26
User Instructions for Changing a PIN ........................................................................26
Telephone Number Assignment ........................................ ............................... 27
Test Message Sending ..................................................................................... 28
Programming Data Sheet .......................................................................29
Index ........................................................................................................31
1.0 Introduction
The ParaVoxTM Voice Dialer provides remote voice and pager messaging
capabilities for almost any security alarm panel. The ParaVox can advise users
of almost any security situation such as burglary, fire, or flood by calling the
user and playing a pre-recorded message or by paging and leaving a
numerical message.
Fully programmable over the telephone (locally or from an external line), the
ParaVox guides the end user through all system functions with a full set of
voice prompts (no external keypad required). All the user needs to remember
is their P.I.N. (Personal Identification Number).
The ParaVox Voice Dialer has four input zones, programmable to accept a
variety of input configurations and devices. These zone inputs can be linked to
four different 32-digit telephone or pager numbers delivering up to eight
different messages (4 voice and 4 pager). Programmable dial-out priority
allows the dialer to contact the most important number first. Based on the
installation requirements, the ParaVox can use two 30 second messages or
four 15 second messages.
The ParaVox's two programmable outputs can be used for remote activation of
almost any device by telephone, such as turning on air conditioning or heat,
extinguishing lights, activating a sprinkler system, or opening a garage door.
1.1 System Features
• Voice and Pager Dial-out Capable
• Remote programming from any DTMF capable telephone
• The dialer can be configured to provide four 15 second messages or two
30 second messages
• Automatic Gain Control (AGC) provides excellent recorded speech quality
• Both DTMF and Pulse Dialing
• Each zone can dial-out a maximum of four 32-digit telephone numbers
individually allocated for either voice or pager
• Dial-out priority can be set for each zone, enabling the most important
number to be dialed first
• All system information, messages, telephone, pager and PIN numbers are
stored in secure NV (non-volatile) RAM
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• Kiss off Options: Users can terminate received alarm activation message
of current call (press [#] twice) or of all pending calls (press [∗] twice)
• No Dial Tone Option: Wait 8 seconds for dial tone and continue to dial or
wait 16 seconds for dial tone and hang up
• Post Pager Message Delay: After dialing the pager number, ParaVox will
wait the programmed delay period before sending the message
• Local Reset Feature: Zone 4 can be used as a local reset switch, which
when activated will cancel all calls from a currently triggered zone
• Communicate with ParaVox through a local phone (a phone on the same
phone line as ParaVox) by pressing the [#] or [∗] key twice or by
generating a 4-digit code.
1.2 Technical Specifications
Input Voltage: 12 to 16Vdc (12.5Vdc typical)
Current Consumption: Typical: 100mA
Maximum: 200mA (with 2 PGMs enabled)
Power Consumption: 1 Watt
Zone Inputs: 4 (N.C., N.O., 1K/2K EOL, 12Vdc input)
PGM Outputs: 2
PGM Output Current: 50mA
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Dialing Modes: Pulse, DTMF
Message Storage Length: 4 x 15s or 2 x 30s
Voice Quality: 44.1KHz sample rate with AGC
Dimensions (w/case): 16.5cm x 15.2cm x 2.8cm (6.5in x 6in x 1.1in)
1.3 Glossary of Terms
PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network
PABX Private Access Branch Exchange
PIN Personal Identification Number
DTMF Dual Tone Multiple Frequency
EOL End of Line
PPS Pulses Per Second
Kiss off User acknowledges receipt of voice messages by pressing the [#] or
[∗] key twice within 2 seconds. Kiss off can also be pe rformed local ly
if Zone 4 is programmed as a Local Reset switch.
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2.0 Installation
2.1 Location and Mounting
Mount the ParaVox Voice Dialer on a wall, leaving at least 5cm (2in) around
the panel box to permit adequate ventilation/heat dissipation. Verify that the
selected site is even and free of bumps which may damage the product casing.
Select a dry installation site that isn't susceptible to drastic changes in
temperature and is close to a 12Vdc-power source, a ground, and a telephone
line connection. Using a drill or screwdriver, punch out the four mounting holes
on the back of the plastic case. Align the six holes of the printed circuit board
(PCB) with the six pins on the back plastic mounting case and snap into place.
After completing required wiring, run the wires through the entry hole on the
back of the plastic case and screw the back of the plastic case onto the
selected installation site and affix the plastic cover.
2.2 Power Connections
The auxiliary terminals (12Vdc) of any Paradox series control panel can be
used to power the ParaVox by connecting the AUX+ and AUX- of the control
panel to the +12VDC and GND terminals of the voice dialer. If desired, a Paradox
12Vdc PS-817 Power Supply and a 12Vdc backup battery can be used to
power the ParaVox. Refer to Figure 1 on page 4.
2.3 Telephone Line Connections
The ParaVox Voice Dialer has been designed to be connected to a PSTN or a
PABX telephone system. It places outgoing calls in response to zone input
changes and seizes incoming calls when entering programming mode. The
telephone line terminals are connected as shown in Figure 1 on page 4.
In addition to dialing the number of the telephone line that the ParaVox is
connected to, you may now use a local phone (a phone on the telephone line)
to program the ParaVox. Simply pick up the handset and dial either [#][#] or
[∗][∗], depending on how the kiss off is programmed. Please see Kiss Off
Options on page 12 for more information.
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To c ontrol
panel’s
auxiliary
output or
Paradox PS817 power
supply.
Use a relay if current
consumption exceeds 50mA.
Figure 1: ParaVox Installation Diag r am
The PULSE LED indicates the TLM and dialing
state (see Red
OK LED pulses during normal
operation.
PULSE
LED on page 6).
Configure each input to use any of these
setups:
- N.O. / N.C. with EOL (1K9 / 2K9)
- N.O. / N.C. with no EOL
- 0 to 12Vdc input termination
Zone 4 can also be used as a Local
Reset input. Refer to Zone 4 Mode on
page 14.
0 to 12Vdc
input termination.
The contacts shown in the above drawing can be control panel PGMs,
detection devices, switches or relays.
Cold water pipe
grounding
Ground clamp
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2.4 Zone Input Terminals
Up to four zone inputs can be used to initiate a dial-out to pre-programmed
telephone or pager numbers. When the ParaVox recognizes a change at the
zone input, it will proceed with the programmed dial-out. Each zone input can
be configured to use normally open or normally closed triggering with or
without an EOL resistor (1kΩ/2kΩ). Each zone input must be in its triggered or
active state for longer than the programmed Zone Speed (see Zone Speed on
page 14) before the ParaVox will dial-out. Please refer to Zone Options on
page 13 for more information on how to program these termination methods.
Refer to Figure 1 on page 4 for more information.
Example:
Connect the output of a control panel’s PGM to zone input 1 as shown
in Figure 1 on page 4. Program the PGM to activate when there is an
alarm. When an alarm occurs in the control panel, the PGM output will
activate (close). The ParaVox will recognize this change and proceed
to dial-out as defined by the Telephone Number Assignment for zone
input 1 (see Telephone Number Assignment on page 27).
A 12Vdc input termination method is also available. Using this method, the
ParaVox will verify the voltage levels of a device connected to its input and
responds accordingly depending on the programmed Idle State (see Idle State
on page 13). To ensure reliable triggering when using the 0-12Vdc-termination
method, connect a 22kΩ resistor in series.
2.5 Programmable Outputs (PGMs)
Two outputs (PGM1 and PGM2) are available on the ParaVox for remote
switching of other devices. A user can remotely activate (close) or deactivate
(open) the output by calling the ParaVox and pressing the appropriate key (see
User’s Opening Menu on page 18). For example, a PGM can be used to turn
on air conditioning or heat, extinguish lights, activate a sprinkler system, or
open a garage door. When activated, a PGM provides a maximum 50mA
current sink to 0Vdc. If the load on the PGM will exceed 50mA, we recommend
using a relay as shown in Figure 1 on page 4.
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2.6 System Reset
Performing a system reset will set all options and settings to factory default. To
execute a system reset perform the following:
1. Remove the power connections (
2. Remove all connected wires and devices
from the
3. Short the
placing a wire between PGM1 and ZONE1 of the
ParaVox (see Figure 2).
4. Reconnect the power connections to the
ParaVox.
5. Wait 10 seconds and remove the wire.
PGM1- and ZONE1 terminals.
PGM1- and ZONE1 terminals by
+12VDC and GND) from the ParaVox.
Figure 2
3.0 Basic Operation
3.1 LED Indicators
3.1.1 Green OK LED
• When the ParaVox is powered and is operating normally, the OK LED will
flash.
3.1.2 Red PULSE LED
• With the ParaVox in its idle state and with TLM disabled (see T elephone
Line Monitoring (TLM) on page 17), the PULSE LED is off.
• With the ParaVox in its idle state and with TLM enabled, the LED will
flash briefly every second indicating that it is verifying the telephone line .
If the telephone line is not present, the LED will flash (1 second ON and 1
second OFF) to indicate TLM failure.
• When the ParaVox is pulse dialing, the LED will pulse in sync with the
dialing sequence. When the ParaVox is tone dialing, the LED will remain
on for the duration of the dialing sequence.
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3.2 Standby Mode
In this mode, the voice dialer is idle (OK LED flashes), waiting for one of two
events to occur:
1. When one of the four zone inputs on the ParaVox has triggered, the voice
dialer immediately enters Dialer Mode (see Dialer Mode on page 7).
2. When receiving an incoming call, the ParaVox waits a pre-determined
number of rings (see Answering Options on page 16), seizes the line and
enters Programming Mode. If the ParaVox is sharing a line with an
answering machine, see Answering Machine Override on page 16.
3.3 Dialer Mode
When a zone input has triggered, the ParaVox:
1. Seizes the telephone line and disconnects all other telephones.
2. Waits for a dial tone (see No Dial Tone Action on page 18).
3. Dials the first telephone/pager number assigned to the triggered zone
input (see Telephone Number Assignment on page 27). If it is a Voice
Message Number go to step 4. If it is a Pager Number go to step 7.
Voice Message Number:
4. After dialing the number and after the Post Dial Delay has elapsed (see
Store Telephone Numbers on page 21), the ParaVox will begin
transmitting the recorded message linked to the triggered zone (see
Record Voice or Pager Messages on page 23). It will transmit the
message the number of times defined by the Voice Message Repeats
(see Voice Message Repeats on page 12).
5. The user must acknowledge receipt (kiss off) of the message (see Kiss
Off Options on page 12). If the ParaVox does not receive a kiss off, it will
hang up, queue the number for redial and dial the next number in the dialout list.
6. If, after dialing the number, there is a busy signal, the ParaVox will hang
up, queue the number for redial, wait for 4 seconds and dial the next
number in the dial-out list.
Pager Number:
7. After dialing the number and after the Post Pager Message Delay has
elapsed, the ParaVox will begin transmitting the recorded numerical
message linked to the triggered zone (see Record Voice or Pager
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Messages on page 23).
8. After transmitting the message it will hang up and dial the next number in
the dial-out list. Since the ParaVox assumes that the pager service has
received and relayed the message, user acknowledgment (kiss off) is not
required and the ParaVox no longer attempts to dial this number again
regardless of the number of Redials programmed (see Redials on page
10).
9. If, after dialing the number, there is a busy signal, the voice dialer will
hang up, queue the number for redial, wait for 4 seconds and dial the next
number in the dial-out list.
Dial-Out List:
For example, if zone input 1 has been assigned to dial telephone number
locations 1 and 2 and the Redials are set to 2, then the Voice Dialer will dial out
as follows:
1st attempt: Call TEL1 and then call TEL2
1st redial: Call TEL1 and then call TEL2
2nd redial: Call TEL1 and then call TEL2
Please note that pager numbers are dialed only once (regardless of the
Redials setting) unless the number is busy. Also note that telephone
numbers are not redialed once kiss off is received.
4.0 Installer’s Programming Mode
The Installer's Programming Mode allows you to set certain parameters that
are not available in the User's Programming Mode. In the Installer's
Programming Mode there aren't any voice prompts to guide you. However,
when a programmable setting has been programmed, you will hear a
confirmation beep (3 beeps) and the ParaVox will save and exit. When
choosing a selection that isn't available, the telephone will emit a rejection
beep (1 long beep).
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