TOA VM-3240E-AMQ, VM-3240VA-AMQ Operation Guide

OPERATION MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing TOA Integrated Voice Evacuation System VM-3000 Series. Please carefully follow the instructions in this manual to ensure long, trouble-free use of your equipment.

INTEGRATED VOICE EVACUATION SYSTEM

VOICE ALARM SYSTEM AMPLIFIER VM-3240VA VOICE ALARM SYSTEM AMPLIFIER VM-3360VA

VM EXTENSION AMPLIFIER VM-3240E VM EXTENSION AMPLIFIER VM-3360E

FIREMAN’S MICROPHONE RM-300MF

FIREMAN’S MICROPHONE EXTENSION RM-320F

REMOTE MICROPHONE RM-200M

REMOTE MICROPHONE EXTENSION RM-210

END OF LINE UNIT VM-300SV

VM-3000 Series

Note:

Refer to the Instruction Manual attached to the VX-2000DS for the installation of the the VX2000DS Emergency power supply, the VX-2000PF Power supply frame, and the VX-200PS Power supply unit.

1438

TOA Electronics Europe GmbH

Suederstrasse 282, 20537 Hamburg, Germany

1438/CPD/0180

EN 54-16: 2008

Voice alarm control and indicating equipment

for fire detection and fire alarm systems

VM-3000

Provided options:

7.3

Audible warning

7.6.2

Manual silencing of the voice alarm condition

7.7.2

Manual reset of the voice alarm condition

7.9

Voice alarm condition output

8.3

Indication of faults related to voice alarm zones

Voice alarm manual control

Interface to external control device(s)

Emergency microphone(s)

13.14

Redundant power amplifiers

Technical data: see document VM-3000 Instruction Manual

(Does not apply to VM-3240VA SA, VM-3360VA SA, VM-3240E SA and VM-3360E SA)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 6

2. FEATURES ............................................................................................................6

3. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

3.1. System Example 1 ............................................................................................. 7

3.2. System Example 2 .............................................................................................. 8

3.3. System Example 3 .............................................................................................. 9

3.4. System Example 4 ............................................................................................ 10

3.5. System Example 5 ............................................................................................ 11

4. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

4.1. VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA Voice Alarm System Amplifiers ........................ 12

4.2. VM-3240E and VM-3360E VM Extension Amplifiers ....................................... 12

4.3. RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone ................................................................... 18

4.4. RM-320F Fireman's Microphone Extension ..................................................... 21

4.5. RM-200M Remote Microphone ........................................................................ 22

4.6. RM-210 Remote Microphone Extension .......................................................... 24

4.7. VP-2241/2421 Power Amplifiers ...................................................................... 25

4.8. VP-200VX Power Amplifier Input Module ........................................................ 26

4.9. VM-300SV End of Line Unit ............................................................................. 26

5. MAKING GENERAL BROADCASTS

5.1. Making Broadcasts from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

5.1.1. BGM broadcasts ..................................................................................... 27

5.1.2. Microphone announcements .................................................................. 28

5.2. Broadcasting from the RM-200M

5.2.1. Microphone announcements .................................................................. 30

5.2.2. Automatic announcement broadcasts .................................................... 31

5.3. Making Automatic Announcements Using Control Signal Inputs ..................... 32

5.4. Summary of General Broadcast Procedures

5.4.1. Making general broadcast from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA .......... 33

5.4.2. Making general broadcasts from the RM-200M Remote Microphone ... 33

5.4.3. Broadcasting automatic general announcements

using the control signal input ................................................................. 33

6. MAKING EMERGENCY BROADCASTS .................................................. 34

6.1. Making Emergency Broadcasts from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

6.1.1. Microphone announcements .................................................................. 35

6.1.2. Automatic emergency announcement broadcasts ................................. 37

6.2. Making RM-300MF Emergency Broadcasts

6.2.1. Microphone announcements .................................................................. 39

6.2.2. Automatic emergency announcement broadcasts ................................. 41

6.3. Making Automatic Emergency Announcements Using Control Signal Inputs

(Automatic Fire Alarm Systems, etc.) ............................................................... 43

6.4. Summary of Emergency Broadcast Procedures

6.4.1. Making emergency broadcast from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA ..... 45

6.4.2. Fireman’s microphone emergency broadcasts ...................................... 45

6.4.3. Making automatic emergency announcements

using the control signal input ................................................................. 45

7. EQUIPMENT STATUS AND RESPONSE WHEN EMERGENCY MODE IS ACTIVATED BY EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT

7.1. RM-300MF Status and Operation When Emergency-Activated

by External Equipment ..................................................................................... 46

7.2. VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA Status and Operation

When Emergency-Activated by External Equipment ........................................ 46

7.3. When Emergency-Activated by External Contact Input

from Automatic Fire Alarm Systems, etc. ......................................................... 46

8. PRIORITY SETTINGS

8.1. General Broadcast Priorities ............................................................................ 47

8.2. Emergency Broadcast Priorities ....................................................................... 48

9. CPU OFF FUNCTION

9.1. What Is the CPU OFF Function? ..................................................................... 49

9.2. Making All-Zone Calls Using the CPU OFF Function

9.2.1. Making all-zone calls from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA ................... 49

9.2.2. Making all-zone calls from the RM-300MF

using the CPU OFF function .................................................................. 49

9.3. Priorities When All-Zone Calls Are Made Using the CPU OFF Function ......... 50

10. SURVEILLANCE

10.1. What Is the Surveillance Function? ................................................................ 51

10.2. How to Use the Surveillance Function ........................................................... 51

10.3. Monitored VM-3000 System Components ..................................................... 51

10.4. Equipment Operation upon Failure Detection and Recovery Procedure ....... 52

10.4.1. Equipment operation upon failure detection ...................................... 53

10.4.2. Failure acknowledgment .................................................................... 56

10.4.3. Failure reset operation ....................................................................... 57

10.5. Examples of Failures and Their Counter-Operations

10.5.1. Failure example 1: Communications failure ....................................... 59

10.5.2. Failure example 2: Short circuit of speaker line 6 .............................. 60

10.6. LCD Failure Display ....................................................................................... 62

11. SETTINGS

11.1. Keys Used for Settings ................................................................................... 66

11.2. Setting Hierarchical Chart .............................................................................. 67

11.3. Configuration Settings

11.3.1. Configuration settings hierarchical chart ............................................ 68

11.3.2. Password entry .................................................................................. 69

11.3.3. Configuration setting items ................................................................ 70

11.4. Information Settings

11.4.1. Information setting hierarchical chart ................................................. 79

11.4.2. Information setting items .................................................................... 79

11.5. Audio Settings

11.5.1. Audio settings hierarchical chart ........................................................ 81

11.5.2. Audio setting items ............................................................................. 82

11.6. Surveillance Settings

11.6.1. Surveillance setting hierarchical chart ............................................... 86

11.6.2. Surveillance setting items .................................................................. 86

11.7. Inputs 1 – 3 Settings

11.7.1. Inputs 1 – 3 setting hierarchical chart ................................................ 87

11.7.2. Inputs 1 – 3 setting items ................................................................... 88

11.8. BGM Settings

11.8.1. BGM setting hierarchical chart............................................................ 89

11.8.2. BGM setting items .............................................................................. 90

12. REMOTE MICROPHONE SETTINGS (RM-300MF, RM-200M)

12.1. DIP Switch Functions

12.1.1. RM-300MF ......................................................................................... 91

12.1.2. RM-200M ........................................................................................... 91

12.2. Unit ID Number Settings

(RM-300MF: Switch 5 operation or RM-200M: Switch 1 and 2 operation) ..... 92

12.3. Compression Settings

(RM-300MF: Switch 6 operation or RM-200M: Switch 6 operation) ............... 92

12.4. Setting the Terminating RM-300MF Unit (RM-300MF: Switch 7 operation) ... 93

12.5. CPU OFF Function Enable/Disable Settings

(RM-300MF: Switch 8 operation) ................................................................... 93

12.6. Talk Key Settings (RM-200M: Switch 4 operation) ........................................ 93

12.7. Maintenance Mode (RM-300MF: Switch 1 operation) .................................... 93

13. INSTALLATION

13.1. Installing the RM-300MF on a Wall ................................................................ 94

13.2. Installing the RM-320F on a Wall ................................................................... 97

13.3. Installing the RM-200M on a Wall .................................................................. 99

13.4. Installing the RM-210 on a Wall ................................................................... 100

13.5. Linking the RM-200M with the RM-210 (For Desktop Mounting) ................. 101

13.6. Creating Remote Microphone Name Labels

13.6.1. Inserting the name label ................................................................... 102

13.6.2. If the name label is not printed correctly .......................................... 103

13.6.3. Dimensional diagram for printing devices ........................................ 103

13.6.4. Pattern paper for hand writing .......................................................... 104

13.7. Installing the VP-200VX Power Amplifier Input Module

in the VP-2241/2421 Power Amplifiers ........................................................ 106

13.8. Rack Mounting ............................................................................................. 108

13.9. Desktop Mounting of the VM Amplifiers ....................................................... 109

14. CONNECTIONS

14.1. Removable Terminal Plug Connection ......................................................... 110

14.2. Audio and Control Connection Example ...................................................... 111

14.3. Remote Microphone Connections

14.3.1. Power supply and limit on the number of remote microphones ....... 112

14.3.2. RM-300MF connection ..................................................................... 114

14.3.3. RM-200M connection ....................................................................... 116

14.3.4. Connections between RM-300MF and RM-200M ............................ 118

14.4. General Control Input Terminal Connections

14.4.1. Controlling functions assigned to the General Control

Input terminals from the external equipment .................................... 119

14.4.2. Using the local input ......................................................................... 120

14.4.3. Example of connection to external equipment ................................. 121

14.5. Emergency Control Input Terminal Connections ......................................... 122

14.5.1. External emergency control equipment connection ......................... 123

14.5.2. Using the Amplifier cut off function ................................................... 124

14.5.3. Connections to detect failures

on the emergency control input lines ................................................ 125

14.6. VM-300SV Connection ................................................................................. 127

14.7. Status Output Terminal Connections ........................................................... 128

14.8. Power Amplifier and Speaker Connections

14.8.1. Speaker connection ......................................................................... 129

14.8.2. External attenuator connection (3-wire system) ............................... 129

14.8.3. External attenuator connection (4-wire system) ............................... 130

14.9. Connections between VM and VP Amplifiers ............................................... 131

14.10. Connections between VM Amplifiers ........................................................... 133

14.11. Connecting Power Supply Equipment .......................................................... 134

15. VM-3000 CABLE USAGE TABLE.............................................................. 138

16. SPECIFICATIONS

16.1. VM-3240VA Voice Alarm System Amplifier ................................................ 140

16.2. VM-3360VA Voice Alarm System Amplifier ................................................ 142

16.3. VM-3240E VM Extension Amplifier ............................................................. 144

16.4. VM-3360E VM Extension Amplifier ............................................................. 145

16.5. RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone .............................................................. 146

16.6. RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension ................................................ 146

16.7. RM-200M Remote Microphone ................................................................... 147

16.8. RM-210 Remote Microphone Extension ..................................................... 147

16.9. VP-2241 Power Amplifier 1 x 240 W ........................................................... 148

16.10. VP-2421 Power Amplifier 1 x 420 W ........................................................... 149

16.11. VP-200VX Power Amplifier Input Module ................................................... 150

16.12. VM-300SV End of Line Unit ......................................................................... 150

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The VM-3000 Series Voice Alarm System is an integrated emergency/general announcement broadcast system. The Voice Alarm System Amplifier that plays the central role in the system is available in two models: VM-3240VA (240W) and VM-3360VA (360W). Using these amplifiers in conjunction with the VM-3240E (240W) and VM-3360E (360W) Extension Amplifiers allows larger systems to be built.

2. FEATURES

•

The VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA both have 6 speaker outputs. This can be expanded to up to 60 outputs by combining the amplifier with its corresponding extension amplifiers, the VM-3240E or VM-3360E, respectively.

•

Set data, log data and other Voice Alarm System Amplifier data can be accessed by way of the Ethernet.

•

Up to 4*1RM-300MF emergency broadcast Fireman’s Microphones and up to 4*1general broadcast-use RM-200M Remote Microphones (8*1units in total) can be connected to the Voice Alarm System Amplifier.

These connection numbers are available only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, RM-300MF firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later. When the versions are earlier than 3.00, up to 2 RM-300MFs and up to 2 RM-200Ms can be connected, respectively. Besides, only up to a total of 4 RM-300Ms and RM-200Ms can be connected. Also, if the system is required to meet the requirements of EN54-16, only up to 2 RM-300MFs can be connected.

•

The system enables simultaneous 2-channel broadcast of automatic emergency announcement broadcasts and microphone announcements from the RM-300MF VM Fireman's Microphone. Also, 2-channel broadcast*2of automatic emergency announcement broadcasts is possible.

2-channel broadcast of automatic emergency announcement broadcasts can be made by respective units using the VM-3240VA/3360VA and VM-3240E/3360E. By connecting an external amplifier to each of the VM-3240VA/3360VA and VM-3240E/3360E, 2-channel broadcasts of automatic emergency announcement broadcasts can be made to individual units' output lines. This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later. This function is compliant with the BS-5839 Part 8.

•

Connecting an external standby amplifier (VP-2241 and VP-2421) to both of the Voice Alarm System Amplifier and its Extension Amplifiers VM-3240E and VM-3360E enables background music (BGM)/paging broadcasts. The BGM/paging broadcast refers to simultaneous 2-channel broadcasts that allow paging calls (microphone announcements) to be made over other zones without interrupting current BGM broadcasts.

•

For systems employing the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply, only emergency broadcasts can be made while backup power is being supplied by the VX-2000DS, even if the main power supply has been cut off.

•

Easy-to-understand on-screen settings can be performed from a PC screen using the setting software.

•

Audio inputs include inputs 1 – 4, a remote microphone input, an emergency remote microphone input, and BGM inputs 1 & 2 (select either of the two).

•

Control inputs and outputs include 6 inputs and 3 status outputs for emergency broadcasts, and 8 inputs and 8 outputs for general broadcasts. By adding extension amplifiers (up to 9 units can be connected), the number can be increased up to 60 inputs for emergency broadcasts and up to 80 inputs and 80 outputs for general broadcasts.

3. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

3.1. System Example 1

This example is for one of the simplest systems, and is ideal for installation in restaurants and small stores.

[System outline]

•

A 240W 1-channel general broadcast system with 6 outputs.

RM-200M

BGM unit

VM-3240VA

3.2. System Example 2

A standby amplifier is connected to this system, which is ideal for installation in factories and schools.

[System outline]

•

A 720 W integrated 1-channel emergency/general broadcast system with 18 outputs.

•

A VP-2241 standby amplifier is connected to the system. If the Voice Alarm System Amplifier should fail during a general or emergency broadcast, it is automatically switched to the standby amplifier, allowing the broadcast to continue uninterrupted.

•

Emergency broadcasts can be made even during power failures if the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply is connected. However, general broadcasts are not possible.

RM-200M

RM-200M RM-210

VX-2000DS

RM-300MF RM-320F

RM-300MF

DS LINK

DC POWER

RM LINK 1

RM LINK 2

EXT. AMP INPUT

VM-3240VA

VM LINK

EXT. PA LINK

DC POWER

VM LINK

EXT. AMP INPUT

VM-3240E

PA OUT

VP-2241

Lead-acid Battery

3.3. System Example 3

This example is a system suited to shopping centers.

[System outline]

•

A 1,440 W integrated emergency/general broadcast system with 18 outputs.

•

Unlike a 1-channel broadcast system, this system allows paging calls (microphone announcements) to be made over zones other than those currently being used by the BGM broadcast without interrupting the BGM broadcast. Example: It is possible to page over Zone 3 while playing BGM in Zones 1 and 2. BGM broadcasts are made by the VM amplifier and paging calls by the VP amplifier.

•

Paging calls can still be initiated even if either the VM amplifier or the VP amplifier should fail.

•

Emergency broadcasts can be made even if either the VM amplifier or the VP amplifier should fail.

•

Emergency broadcasts can be made even during power failures if the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply is connected. However, general broadcasts are not possible.

RM-200M

RM-200M RM-210

VX-2000DS

RM-300MF RM-320F

RM-300MF

DS LINK

DC POWER

RM LINK 1

RM LINK 2

VM-3240VA

VM LINK

EXT. PA LINK

DC POWER

VM LINK

EXT. PA LINK

DC POWER

EXT. AMP INPUT

VM-3240E

EXT. AMP INPUT

PA OUT

VP-2241

VX-2000DS

Lead-acid Battery

VX-200PS

EXT. PA LINK

DS LINK

DC POWER

Lead-acid Battery

VM-3240E

EXT. AMP INPUT

PA OUT

VP-2241

3.4. System Example 4

2-channel broadcast* of emergency announcement broadcast can be made by using the VM-3240VA or VM3360VA Voice Alarm System Amplifier in conjunction with the VM-3240E or VM-3360E Extension Amplifier.

* This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-

3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

[System outline]

•

A 1080 W 2-channel emergency broadcast system with 18 outputs.

•

Different emergency announcements can be broadcast by each unit.

(Example) Broadcasting Alert announcement from the VM-3360VA and VM-3360E (ID2), and broadcasting Evacuate announcement from the VM-3360E (ID1).

[System requirement]

•

Use the VM-3240E or the VM-3360E.

•

The same emergency announcement must be saved in the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA and also in the VM3240E or VM-3360E in advance.

•

The settings must be transmitted in advance using the VM-3000 Setting Software version 3.00 or later.

(Example)

Alert

RM-200M

RM-200M RM-210

VX-2000DS

RM-300MF RM-320F

RM-300MF

DS LINK

DC POWER

RM LINK 1

RM LINK 2

VM-3360VA

VM LINK

VM-3360E

Alert

Evacuate

Alert

Lead-acid Battery

Alert

3.5. System Example 5

2-channel broadcast* of emergency announcement broadcast can be made by using the VM-3240VA or VM3360VA Voice Alarm System Amplifier and the VM-3240E or VM-3360E Extension Amplifier, each in conjunction with external standby amplifier VP-2241 or VP-2421.

* This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-

3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

[System outline]

•

A 720 W integrated 2-channel emergency/general broadcast system with 12 outputs.

•

Two different emergency announcements, Alert and Evacuate announcements, can be broadcast from one unit.

[System requirement]

•

An external amplifier must be connected to each of the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA, and the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

•

The same emergency announcement must be saved in the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA and also in the VM3240E or VM-3360E in advance.

•

The settings must be transmitted in advance using the VM-3000 Setting Software version 3.00 or later.

•

The system must be set to BGM/PAGING mode.

(Example)

RM-200M

RM-200M RM-210

VX-2000DS

RM-300MF RM-320F

RM-300MF

DS LINK

DC POWER

RM LINK 1

RM LINK 2

VM-3360VA

VM LINK

EXT. PA LINK

DC POWER

EXT. PA LINK

DC POWER

EXT. AMP INPUT

PA OUT

VM-3240E

EXT. AMP INPUT

PA OUT

Alert

Evacuate

Alert

Evacuate

VP-2421

Alert

Evacuate

VP-2421

Lead-acid Battery

4. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

4.1. VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA Voice Alarm System Amplifiers

These amplifiers function as the central units in the VM-3000 system and their power outputs are rated at 240 W for the VM-3240VA and 360 W for the VM-3360VA. Only one unit can be connected in the system. The front panel-mounted LCD displays setting and operation status. The amplifiers also feature an automatic message function and can play back up to 6 recorded general announcements and 2 recorded emergency announcements. Up to 4* RM-300MF Emergency Remote Fireman’s Microphones can be connected, and up to a total of 8* RM-200M general broadcast-use Remote Microphones and RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphones connected.

* These connection numbers are available only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E

firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later. When the versions are earlier than 3.00, only up to 2 RM-300 MFs and also up to a total of 4 RM-200Ms and RM-300MFs can be connected. Also, if the system is required to meet the requirements of EN54-16, only one RM-300MF can be connected to each of the VM-3240VA/3360VA's RM1 LINK IN and RM2 LINK IN connector. Besides, up to 2 RM-300MFs in total can be connected.

4.2. VM-3240E and VM-3360E VM Extension Amplifiers

The system can be expanded by connecting up to 9 VM-3240E or VM-3360E Extension Amplifiers. The 240 W VM-3240E and 360 W VM-3360E are both equipped with 6 speaker line outputs. Both also feature 8 inputs and 8 outputs for general broadcasts and 6 inputs and 3 outputs for emergency broadcasts. They are connected to the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA via the VM Link connector.

[Front]

VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA

19 20

VM-3240E, VM-3360E

21 22 23 24 25 26

28 29

15 16

16 18

31 32

17 18

1 2345 678910 111213

Common to both Voice Alarm System and Extension amplifiers.

Differing between Voice Alarm System and Extension amplifiers.

1. Power Switch

Unit is switched between operating and standby modes each time this switch is pressed. Power is always supplied regardless of the switch setting.

2. Live Status Indicator (green) [POWER]

Remains lit while power is supplied. * As long as the power is connected, this

indicator remains lit even if the power is switched OFF.

3. Evacuation Announcement Indicator (red)

Lights whenever an Evacuation announcement is broadcast.

Evacuation Announcement Key [EVACUATE]

Can only be used while in emergency broadcast mode. Pressing this key plays back the recorded Evacuation announcement, which is broadcast from the speaker output(s) selected with the Output Selection key (33). To stop an Evacuation announcement, hold down this key for 3 seconds or more during emergency broadcast.

5. Emergency Activation Switch / Emergency Indicator (red) [EMERGENCY]

Pressing this switch while it is unlit causes it to light while switching output to emergency broadcast mode. (No automatic announcements are made.) When an emergency broadcast is activated by a control input other than this switch or by the Fireman’s Microphone, the switch flashes and a buzzer sounds, disabling front panel operation. While flashing, this switch functions as an emergency activation acknowledgement switch. Pressing this switch while it is flashing causes it to stay lit, stopping the buzzer and enabling front panel operation. In any case, this switch goes out once the emergency broadcast is reset. Steady ON: Lights when the emergency mode is

activated either by this switch or by other connected external equipment and subsequently acknowledged, and remains lit until the emergency mode is reset.

Flashing: Flashes when the emergency mode

is activated by external equipment other than this switch.

6. Menu Key [MENU]

During emergency broadcasts:

Cannot be used.

During general broadcasts:

Displays the setting item menu.

During settings:

Selects the setting item.

7. OK Key [OK]

During failure indication:

Stops the buzzer when a failure is detected by the surveillance function (functioning as a failure acknowledgment key).*

During setting:

Functions as a confirmation key.

For more information on surveillance functions, refer to page 51.

8. — (Minus) Key [—]

Decreases setting value numbers.

9. Cancel Key [CANCEL]

Returns the display to the previous screen during settings. Pressing this switch when a failure occurs reverts the unit back to normal mode. (Refer to

"Failure reset operation" on page 57 and "Examples of Failures and Their CounterOperations" on page 59.)

10. + (Plus) Key [+]

Increases setting value numbers.

11. LCD

Backlit during unit operation.

During emergency or general broadcasts:

Displays operation and failure information.

During settings:

Used to perform settings.

12. BGM Selection Key [BGM]

Displays the BGM (background music) selection screen on the LCD (11). The display switches between the setting screens for Treble, Bass, etc. with each depression of this key. (Refer to

"BGM Settings" on page 89.)

13. BGM Volume Control [BGM]

Adjusts the BGM input volume.

14. Input Selection Keys [INPUT 1 – 3]

Display key’s corresponding setting screen on the LCD (11). The display switches between the setting screens for Treble, Bass, etc. with each depression of the selected key. (Refer to "Inputs

1 – 3 Settings" on page 87.)

15. Input Volume Controls [INPUT 1 – 3]

Adjust the input volume for Inputs 1 – 3.

16. Master Volume Control [MASTER]

Sets the output volume for the entire system.

17. VM Reset Key

For the VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA:

Resets the entire system.

For the VM-3240E and VM-3360E:

Resets only VM-3240E or VM-3360E Extension amplifiers.

18. Level Meter

Indicates the output level of the unit’s internal amplifier.

19. Emergency Microphone

Only used while in emergency broadcast mode. Press the Talk key located on the side of the microphone to broadcast emergency announcements. If an emergency attention tone* is enabled, a ding-dong is broadcast when the Press-to-talk switch is pressed. Whether to use the emergency attention tone can be selected on the VM-3000 Setting Software. Refer to "10.2.

Emergency Control Input Settings; (2) Emergency attention tone" in the separate VM-

3000 Setting Software instruction manual. * This function can be used only when both

versions of VM-3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

20. Monitor Speaker

Buzzer tone is audible from this speaker when the emergency mode is activated by external equipment other than the unit’s Emergency Activation switch (5) or when any failure occurs.

21. Emergency Microphone Indicator (red)

Lights when the unit’s front panel-mounted emergency microphone (19) is used.

22. Emergency Microphone Volume Control

Rotate clockwise to increase the emergency microphone volume. Rotate counterclockwise to decrease the emergency microphone volume.

23. Reset Key [RESET]

For emergency broadcasts:

Terminates the emergency broadcast and returns operation to the original general broadcast.

For general broadcasts:

Resets the front panel’s output selection status.

24. Alert Announcement Start Key [ALERT]

For emergency broadcasts:

Plays recorded Alert announcements through the

speaker output selected with the Output Selection key (33). Holding down this key for 3 seconds stops the broadcast.

For general broadcasts:

Used to test LED indicators. (While pressed, LED indicators remain lit and the unit’s internal buzzer sounds.)

25. Alert Announcement Indicator (red)

Remains lit while a recorded Alert announcement is being broadcast.

26. Failure Indicator (yellow) [GENERAL FAULT] (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Flashes when a failure occurs while sounding the internal buzzer. Pressing the [OK] key (7) stops the buzzer and switches the indicator from flashing to steady ON. Failure details are displayed on the LCD (11). (When there are multiple failures, they can be checked by moving the screen using the [+] key (10) or [–] key (8)). Failures are not displayed on the LCD when in setting mode. Failures are displayed or notified after exiting the setting mode. Also, if any failure occurs during general or emergency broadcasts, the operation status and failure display are alternately shown on the LCD.

27. CPU Failure Indicator (yellow) [CPU FAULT]

Lights when the CPU fails.

28. All-Zone Call Selection Key [ALL]

Simultaneously selects all speaker outputs for general and emergency broadcasts. Press again to reset the simultaneous selection. When pressed, all speaker output volume controls do not work in both general and emergency broadcast modes.

29. All-Zone Call Indicator (green) [ALL]

Lights when an all-zone call is initiated.

30.

Speaker Output Volume Controls [OUTPUT 1 – 6]

Adjust the output volume of speaker outputs 1 – 6.

31. Emergency Broadcast Output Indicators (red) [EMERGENCY]

Indicate the speaker outputs for emergency broadcasts.

32. Selected Output Indicators (green) [SELECT]

Indicate the speaker outputs selected with the Output Selection key (33).

33. Output Selection Keys

Select corresponding speaker output.

Press again to reset the selection.

For general broadcasts:

Select and reset broadcast zones.

For emergency broadcast:

Select and reset speaker outputs for emergency broadcasts made by the unit’s front panelmounted emergency microphone and automatic announcements.

34. Communications Failure Indicator (yellow) [COM FAULT]

(VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Flashes when failures are detected in communications with the VM-3240VA or VM3360VA.

35. Speaker Output Terminals 1 – 6 [SP OUT 100 V LINE 1-6, H, C]

Connect speakers to these outputs.

36. External Amplifier Input [EXT. PA AMP INPUT]

Audio input terminals for VP-2421 or VP-2241

standby amplifier’s PA OUT terminals (100 V line).

37. AC Fuse

Use the following 20 mm type miniature fuses: 4 A (for VM-3240VA and VM-3240E) and 6.3 A (for VM-3360VA and VM-3360E)

[Rear]

VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA

36 37

38 39

49 50 51 52 53 54 5556575859 60

VM-3240E and VM-3360E

35 36 37 42 44 45 4638 39

44 45 46

49 50 51 52 53 54 5563576459 60

Common to both Voice Alarm System and Extension amplifiers.

Differing between Voice Alarm System and Extension amplifiers.

Not used.

65 66 6867

38. Power Supply Output Terminals [VX-2000DS ONLY, PS OUT]

Supply power to the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply. When the VX-2000DS is not connected, use shorting bars to connect PS OUT (+) to POWER IN (+) and PS OUT (–) to POWER IN (–).

39. 24 V DC Input Terminals [VX-2000DS ONLY, 24 V POWER IN]

Connect power from the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply Unit. When the VX-2000DS is not connected, use shorting bars to connect PS OUT (+) to DC POWER IN (+) and PS OUT (–) to DC POWER IN (–).

40. DIP switch (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Used to perform equipment settings.

DIP Switch 1 [LINE/MIC]

Switches input sensitivity of Input 4. (ON: MIC, OFF: LINE; Default: OFF)

DIP Switch 2 [NORMAL/EMERGENCY]

Always set this switch to OFF. (Default: OFF)

DIP Switches 3 – 5

Not used. (Default: OFF)

DIP Switches 6

Set to ON when excluding the front-mounted emergency microphone from the surveillance item. (Default: OFF)

DIP Switch 7 [FIRMWARE]

Set to ON when upgrading firmware version, and OFF to prohibit update. (Default: ON)

DIP Switch 8 [CONFIG]

Set to ON when transferring set data from a PC, and to OFF to prohibit set data transfer. (Default: ON) (For more information on set data transfer, refer to "Transferring Data Edited by PC between the VM-3000VA and a PC" in the separate software manual.)

41. BGM/Paging Recording Output Terminals [REC OUT BGM/PAGING]

(VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Output BGM and Paging bus audio signals.

42. Status Output Terminals [STATUS OUT]

Provide the following status outputs in synchronization with unit operation:

•

Emergency status output

•

Failure status output

•

CPU OFF status output

43. BGM 1 & 2 Input Terminals [BGM 1, 2] (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Connect the BGM sound source. (–10 dB*, 10 kΩ)

0 dB =1 V

44. Emergency Control Input Terminals 1 – 6 [EMERGENCY CONTROL, IN 1/IN 2]

Connect to an automatic fire alarm system and activate emergency broadcasts, play back/stop automatic emergency announcements and reset emergency broadcasts. Contact inputs 1 - 5 are no-voltage make contact inputs. Input 6 is an isolated voltage input which activates when the polarity of the applied voltage (24 V DC is kept applied to this terminal under normal condition) is reversed.

45. DS Link Connector [DS LINK]

Connects to the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply’s DS-SF link connector.

46. Not used.

47. Audio Input Terminals 1 – 3 [INPUT 1 – 3] (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Electronically-balanced 600 Ω, –10 dB* / –50 dB, XLR/phone jack combination connectors. LINE or MIC input can be selected, and the phantom power supply turned on and off. (Refer to "Inputs

1 – 3 Settings" on page 87.) These inputs can be

converted into transformer-balanced terminals using the optional IT-450 transformer. It is also possible to change microphone sensitivity to –30 dB. (Refer to the separate Installation guide.)

0 dB = 1 V

48. PA Link Connector [PA LINK]

Can be connected to the SX-2000 series when the VP-200VX (Power Amplifier Input Module) is installed inside the VM amplifier. For the module installation, refer to the separate Installation Guide for VM-3000 Series.

49. AC Input

Connects to an AC outlet using the supplied AC power cord.

50. Attenuator Control Outputs [ATT CTRL]

Connect to external attenuators.

51. Direct Output Terminals [DIRECT OUT 100 V LINE]

These speaker output terminals (100 V line) provide direct output of paging calls.

52. 24 V DC Output [24 V, +, –]

Provide 24 V DC output, max. 0.3 A.

53. Functional Ground Terminal

Hum noise may be generated when external equipment is connected to the unit. Connecting this terminal to the functional ground terminal of the external equipment may reduce the hum noise.

Note: This ground is not for protective ground.

54. Control Output Terminals 1 – 8 [CTRL OUT 1 – 8, G]

Control output terminals for general broadcasts. Operations assigned to each contact output are determined by software settings. (For details, refer to "Event Settings" in the separate software manual.)

55.

Control Input Terminals 1 – 8 [CTRL IN 1 – 8, G]

Control input terminals for general broadcasts. Functions assigned to each contact input are determined by software settings. (For details, refer to "Event Settings" in the separate software manual.)

56. Audio Input 4 Terminals [INPUT 4] (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Electronically-balanced 600 Ω, –10 dB* / –50 dB, screw terminal. Use DIP switch (40) for LINE/MIC switching.

0 dB = 1 V

57. Remote VOL Terminals 1 & 2 [REMOTE VOL]

Not used.

58. Input 4 Volume Control (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Adjusts the audio input terminal 4’s (56) input volume.

59. External Amplifier Link Connector [EXT. PA LINK]

Connects to the VP-2241 or VP-2421 standby amplifier’s PA Link connector.

60. VM Link Connector [VM Link Out]

Connects to the VM-3240E’s or VM-3360E’s VM Link In connector.

61. LAN Connector [LAN] (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Connects to a PC.

62. Remote Microphone Link Connectors 1 & 2 [RM1 LINK IN, RM2 LINK IN] (VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA only)

Connect the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone

or RM-200M Remote Microphone to these connectors.

Note

Only one RM-300MF can be connected to each connector if the system is required to comply with EN54-16.

63. DIP Switch (VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Used for unit ID and equipment settings.

DIP Switches 1 & 2 [LOCAL INPUT]

Not used. Default setting: OFF

DIP Switches 3 – 6 [EXTENSION UNIT NO.]

Used for unit ID settings for the VM-3240E and VM-3360E. (Refer to "Connections between VM

Amplifiers" on page 133 for ID settings.)

Default settings: ON (Switch 3), OFF (Switches 4 – 6)

DIP Switch 7 [FIRMWARE]

Set this switch to ON to enable firmware version updates, and OFF to prohibit the update. Default setting: ON

DIP Switch 8 [CONFIG]

Not used. Default setting: ON

64. Local Input Terminals [LOCAL INPUT] (VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Local broadcast can be made when this terminal is used in conjunction with the Control Input terminals (55). (This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are

2.00 or later. For details, refer to "6. SYSTEM SETTINGS; 6.8. Local Input Setting" in the separate software instruction manual.).

65. Local Input Volume Control

(VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Adjusts the input volume of the equipment connected to the Local Input terminal (64).

66. LAN Connector [LAN]

(VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Not used.

67. VM Link In Connector [VM LINK IN]

(VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Connect this connector to the VM-3240VA’s or VM-360VA’s VM LINK OUT connector. When using two or more VM-3240Es or VM-3360Es, connect this connector to other VM-3360E’s or VM-3360E’s VM LINK OUT.

4.3. RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone

This microphone is designed to be used exclusively for emergency broadcasts made by firemen or other persons when instructing building occupants to evacuate in emergency situations. It can activate the emergency mode, start and stop automatic broadcasts of emergency announcements, reset emergency signals, and make live microphone announcements in emergency situations. Operating the microphone’s CPU OFF switch allows all-zone calls (simultaneous attenuator-free global calls) to go through. No general broadcasts can be made. By connecting the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension to the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone, the zone selection or failure indication/failure acknowledgment/failure reset* function can be enabled. Up to 3 RM-320Fs can be connected to the Fireman’s Microphone, expanding the available keys up to 20 per unit.

* This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-

3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later.

68. Local Remote Microphone Link Connector [LOCAL RM LINK IN] (VM-3240E and VM-3360E only)

Not used.

69. PA Link Connector [PA LINK]

Not used.

[Top] [Side]

RM-300MF

4 5

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

7 8

[Bottom]

22 23

EXTENSION

[Wall mount bracket unit (accessory)]

24 25

1. Power Indicator (green)

Lights when power is supplied to the unit.

2. Emergency Activation Switch/Emergency Indicator (red)

Places the system in emergency mode while illuminated. Also flashes when the emergency mode is activated by external equipment. In this event, if the switch is pressed to acknowledge the emergency activation, it changes from flashing to steady ON mode.

3. Buzzer

Sounds when a failure is detected or when the emergency mode is activated. * The buzzer sounds with the same tone in either

case.

4. Buzzer Volume Control [SP]

Adjusts the volume of the buzzer (3).

5. Microphone Volume Control [MIC]

Adjusts the volume of the emergency microphone (20).

6. Microphone Holder

Holder for the emergency microphone (20).

7. CPU ON/OFF Switch [CPU]

Turns the CPU on and off. Normally set to the ON position. Turning this switch off allows all-zone calls by the CPU OFF function. To use the CPU OFF function, Switch 8 of the DIP switch (22) on the bottom surface must be set to ON. (Refer to

"CPU OFF Function" on page 49 for details.)

8. Indication Label Holder

Write the name, purpose, etc. of the indicator and key on a label and insert the label into the holder from the top. Labels can be printed using the setting software. (For more information, refer to "Printing Remote Microphone Labels" in the separate software manual.)

Communication Failure Indicator (yellow/green)

Flashing Yellow

Indicates that a failure has been detected in communications with the VM-3240VA and VM3360VA.

Lit Green

Indicates that the unit is in maintenance mode*. In this event, the unit does not work. To return to normal condition, set Switch 1 of the DIP switch (22) on the bottom surface to OFF. * Unit is placed in this mode if Switch 1 of DIP

switch (22) on the bottom surface is set to ON.

10. CPU OFF Indicator (red)

Lights when the unit is placed in CPU OFF mode using the CPU OFF switch.

11. RM Reset Key

Resets the unit.

12. Evacuation Announcement Indicator (red)

Lights when Evacuation announcements are made.

13. Evacuation Announcement Start Key

Plays the Evacuation announcement when in emergency mode. When the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension is used, the announcement is broadcast over the zone(s) selected by the RM320F. Pressing this key without first selecting the zones automatically makes an all-zone call. To stop the Evacuation announcement, hold down the key for 3 seconds.

14. Alert Announcement Indicator (red)

Lights when an Alert announcement is made.

15.

Alert Announcement Start Key/Lamp Test Key

Plays the Alert announcement when in emergency mode. When the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension Unit is used, the announcement is broadcast over the zone(s) selected by the RM320F. Pressing this key without first selecting the zones automatically makes an all-zone call. To stop the Alert announcement, hold down this key for 3 seconds. Pressing this key during general broadcast mode allows a lamp test to be conducted.

16. Emergency Reset In-Progress Indicator (red)

Remains lit while the Emergency Reset key (17) is pressed.

17. Emergency Reset Key

Terminates emergency broadcasts to return to general broadcasts.

18. Emergency Microphone In-Use Indicator (green)

Lights when the Emergency Microphone (20) is used for broadcasts.

19. External E m er gency Equipment In-Use Indicator (orange/green)

Flashes when external emergency equipment is used for broadcasts. Orange: Indicates the mode that disables broadcasts from the unit. Green: Indicates the mode that allows the unit to interrupt broadcasts from external equipment.

20. Emergency Microphone

After the emergency mode is activated, press the Talk key located on the side of the microphone to make an all-zone call or emergency broadcast over the selected zones (the RM-320F is required for zone selection). If an emergency attention tone* is enabled, a ding-dong is broadcast when the Press-to-talk switch is pressed. Whether to use the emergency attention tone can be selected on the VM-3000 Setting Software. Refer to "10.2.

Emergency Control Input Settings; (2) Emergency attention tone" in the separate VM-

3000 Setting Software instruction manual. * This function can be used only when both

versions of VM-3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

21. RM-320F Connector

Connect the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension Unit to this connector.

22. DIP Switch

Used to set the unit ID number and equipment functions. (Refer to "DIP Switch Functions" on

page 91.)

Switch 1 [MAINTENANCE]

Always set this switch to the OFF position. Default setting: OFF (Refer to "Maintenance Mode" on page 93.)

Note

If this switch is set to ON, the unit is placed in the maintenance mode and the front panel-mounted Communication Failure indicator (9) lights green, causing the unit not to work.

Switches 2, 3

Not used. Default setting: OFF

Switch 4, 5 [UNIT ID]

Sets the ID number of the Fireman’s Microphone. Default setting: ON (Refer to "Unit ID Number Settings" on page 92.)

Switch 6 [COMPRESSION]

Enables/disables compression. Default setting: ON (Refer to "Compression Settings" on page 92.)

Switch 7 [TERMINATION]

Sets the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone that functions as a terminating unit. Default setting: OFF (Refer to "Setting the Terminating RM-300MF

Unit" on page 93.)

Switch 8 [CPU OFF]

Enables/disables the CPU OFF function. Default setting: ON (Refer to "CPU OFF Function Enable/Disable

Settings" on page 93.)

23. Relay Connector

Connects to the relay connector (24) of the wall mount bracket unit (accessory).

24. Relay Connector

Connect the cable from the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone to this connector.

25. Screw Terminal Block

RM Communication Line [DATA (+), DATA (–)]

A control/communication line between the RM300MF Fireman’s Microphone and the VM3240VA or VM-3360VA.

Audio Output Line [AUDIO OUT H/C]

Audio output line from the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone to the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA.

DC Power Supply Input [DC IN 24V +/–]

Power supply line from the VM-3240VA or VM3360VA to the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone.

Shield [SHIELD]

Control line used by the VM-3240VA or VM3360VA for confirmation of RM-300MF connections. Ensure that at least one shield is connected.

4.4. RM-320F Fireman's Microphone Extension

The RM-320F is an expansion unit for the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone. Up to 3 Expansion Units can be added, expanding the available function keys to up to 20 per unit. Zone selection (1 – 20) and failure indication/acknowledgement functions can be assigned to each function key using the dedicated software.

1. Connection Cable

Used for connection to the RM-300MF or RM320F.

2. Indication Label Holder

3. Emergency Broadcast Zone/Failure Indicators

Indicator function assigned to each indicator is determined by software settings.

Emergency Broadcast Zone Indicators (red)

Light to indicate emergency announcement broadcast zones.

Failure Indicators (yellow)

Flash yellow (before failure acknowledgment) or light yellow (after failure acknowledgment) when a failure is detected.

Failure Reset Indicators* (yellow)

Remain lit while the Failure Reset key is pressed.

4. Broadcast Zone Indicators (green)

Light to indicate the corresponding selected zone.

5. Broadcast Zone Selector / Failure Acknowledgment Keys / Failure Reset Key

Key function assigned to each key is determined by software settings.

Broadcast Zone Selector Keys

Select broadcast zones when in Emergency mode.

Failure Acknowledgment Keys

Keys can be set to acknowledge failures. When an assigned failure occurs, pressing the corresponding key acknowledges the failure.

Failure Reset key*

Key can be set to reset functions. When a failure occurs, remove the cause of the failure, then press the corresponding key, reverting the unit back to normal mode.

6. Expansion Connector

Connect the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension to this connector.

* This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and

VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later.

[Top] [Side]

4.5. RM-200M Remote Microphone

The RM-200M Remote Microphone connects to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA for the purpose of making general broadcast announcements. It communicates with the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA through its RS-485 interface. Zone selection or automatic announcement start can be assigned to the function key using the dedicated software. No emergency broadcasts can be made with this microphone.

[Top]

1 1

Not used.

5 6

[Rear][Side]

14 15 16 17

1. Indication Label Holder

2. Power Indicator (green)

Lights when power is supplied to the unit.

3. Communication Failure Indicator (yellow)

Flashes when a failure is detected in communications with the VM-3360VA or VM3240VA.

4. Not used.

Lights when the system is in emergency status.

Broadcast Zone / Automatic general broadcast Announcement Start Indicators (green)

Indicator’s function assigned to each indicator is determined by software settings.

Broadcast Zone Indicators

Light when their corresponding zones are selected.

Automatic general broadcast Announcement Start Indicators

Light when an automatic announcement is started.

6. Broadcast Zone Selector / Automatic general broadcast Announcement Start Keys

Key function assigned to each key is determined by software settings.

Broadcast Zone Selector Keys

Select broadcast zones. Pressing the Talk key (7) after zone selection allows microphone announcements to be broadcast over the selected zone(s).

Automatic general broadcast Announcement Start Key

Automatic general broadcast announcements are broadcast over the selected zone(s).

7. Talk Key

This key is used for general broadcast microphone announcements. Pressing the Talk key after zone selection allows microphone announcements to be broadcast over the selected zone(s).

8. Talk Indicator (green)

Lights when the Talk key (7) is pressed.

External Microphone In-Use Indicator (orange / green)

Flashes when a paging call is made from the external remote microphone. Orange: Indicates the mode that disables broadcasts from the unit. Green: Indicates the mode that allows the unit to interrupt broadcasts from external equipment.

10. Not used.

11. Microphone

Used for making announcements.

12. DIP Switch

Used to set the unit ID number and equipment functions. (Refer to "DIP Switch Functions" on

page 91.)

Switches 1 and 2

Set the ID number of the Remote Microphone. Default setting: ON (Refer to "Unit ID Number Settings" on page 92.)

Switch 3

Not used. Default setting: ON

Switch 4

Sets the Talk key’s operating system. Default setting: ON (Refer to "Talk Key Settings" on page 93.)

Switch 5

Not used. Default setting: ON

Switch 6 [COMPRESSION]

Enables/disables compression. Default setting: ON (Refer to "Compression Settings" on page 92.)

13. RM-210 Connector [Extension]

Connect the added RM-210 Remote Microphone Extension to this connector.

14. Power Supply Input Connector

The VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA can only supply power to one RM-200M Remote Microphone. Connect the power supply to this connector when using multiple Remote Microphones or Remote Microphone Extensions.

15. Link Connector (RJ45 Connector)

Connects to the VM-3360VA’s, VM-3240VA’s, RM-300MF’s or other RM-200M’s LINK connector.

16. Not used.

17. Microphone Volume Control

Adjusts the volume of the unit’s microphone (11). Rotate clockwise to increase the microphone volume. Rotate counterclockwise to decrease the microphone volume.

18.

External Microphone Input Jack (3.5 mm mini jack)

An electret condenser microphone can be connected to this terminal. Connecting a microphone to this jack disables the unit’s microphone (11).

4.6. RM-210 Remote Microphone Extension

The RM-210 is an expansion unit for the RM-200M Remote Microphone. Up to 4 Expansion Units can be added, expanding the available function keys to up to 10 per unit. Zone selection or automatic announcement start functions can be assigned to each function key using the dedicated software. Only the right-side indicators are used.

1. Indication Label Holder

2. Not used.

3. Broadcast Zone / Automatic Announcement Start Indicators (green)

Indicator’s function assigned to each indicator is determined by software settings.

Broadcast Zone Indicators

Light when their corresponding zones are selected.

Automatic general broadcast Announcement Start Indicators

Light when an automatic announcement is started.

4. Broadcast Zone Selector Keys/ Automatic Announcement Start Keys

Key function assigned to each key is determined by software settings.

Broadcast Zone Selector Keys

Select broadcast zones. Pressing the RM-200M Remote Microphone’s Talk key (7) after zone selection allows microphone announcements to be broadcast over the selected zone(s).

Automatic general broadcast Announcement Start Key

Automatic general broadcast announcements are broadcast over the selected zone(s).

5. Connector [Extension]

Connect the RM-200M Remote Microphone or additional RM-210 Remote Microphone Extension to this connector. The same terminal is provided on the other side as well.

[Top] [Side]

3 4

1. Channel power indicator [POWER]

Lights green when the power is supplied with the input module mounted.

• Off: VP-200VX not installed

• Lights green: In-use status

• Lights red: Standby status or DC fuse blowout

2. Overheat indicator [OVERHEAT]

If the internals of the power amplifier overheat, this indicator lights yellow and the power amplifier's operation is stopped.

3. Ground terminal

4. DC power inputs [DC POWER IN]

Connect to the VX-2000DS Emergency Power Supply's DC POWER OUT terminal.

5. Output terminals [PA OUT (SP LINE)]

Connect to the power amplifier input terminal of the VM-3240VA/3360VA or VM-3240E/3360E. The speaker line output voltage can be changed with an internal modification.

6. Module slot

Insert the VP-200VX Power Amplifier Input module into this slot.

4.7. VP-2241/2421 Power Amplifiers

Two different configurations of power amplifiers can be used in the VM-3000 system: 240 W x 1 channel, and 420 W x 1 channel versions. Mount a VP-200VX Power Amplifier Input module to the module slot on the rear.

[Front]

[Rear]

3 4 5 6

4.9. VM-300SV End of Line Unit

Speaker line failure can be detected when an EOL unit is connected between the speaker line end and the emergency input terminal of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E.

1. Control line connection screw terminal (CN 2)

Connect to the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E unit's emergency input terminal.

2. Speaker line connection screw terminal (CN 1)

Connect to the speaker line end.

1. Input connector [PA LINK]

This RJ45 connector connects to the VM-3240VA's or VM-3360VA's EXT. PA LINK connector. Output audio signals are transmitted to the power amplifier, and the power amplifier's audio monitor signals are returned to the module. It is also possible to retrieve data regarding power amplifier overheating status and blown DC fuses.

4.8. VP-200VX Power Amplifier Input Module

Insert this module into the Power Amplifier's Input module slot when in use.

[Front]

PA LINK VP-200VX

CN2

CN1

C E

5. MAKING GENERAL BROADCASTS

5.1. Making Broadcasts from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

5.1.1. BGM broadcasts

Broadcast musical programs from the BGM sound source connected to BGM input terminals 1 or 2 located on the rear panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA. Adjust the BGM volume control and the volume control of the designated speakers to an appropriate sound level in advance.

Step 1. Press the BGM selection key. The "Select BGM"

screen will be displayed on the LCD.

Step 2. Select either BGM 1 or BGM 2 with the [+] or [–] key.

Step 3. Press the [OK] key to confirm the selected BGM

program.

Step 4. Press the all-zone call key or output selector key to

select the broadcast zone, then begin the BGM broadcast.

•

Pressing the all-zone call key causes the all-zone

call indicator to light green, enabling BGM broadcasts over an entire area.

•

Pressing an output selector key causes the

selected output’s indicator to light green, allowing the BGM program to be broadcast over the corresponding zone.

Step 5. To terminate the BGM broadcast, press either the

all-zone call key or output selector key again. The indicator goes out and the BGM broadcast is terminated.

BGM volume control

LCD screen

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

[–] key

and

[+] key

OK key

All-zone call key

BGM selection key

All-zone call indicator Output selector key

Normal status

Select BGM screen

Output indicator

BGM

SELECT BGM

Select BGM screen

SELECT B

BGM in-progress screen

BGM

BGM in-progress screen

BGM

–+

BGM

ALL OUTPUT 1 – 6

BGM

Set the priority level of the audio input terminal to which the microphone is connected to "7" (MIX). (Refer to "General Broadcast Priorities" on page 47 for priority levels, and to "Priority Settings" in the separate software manual for how to set priorities.)

5.1.2. Microphone announcements

Make voice broadcasts using the microphone connected to any of audio input terminals 1 – 4 located on the rear panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA. Perform input sensitivity settings (Line/Mic selection) while viewing the LCD. (Refer to"Inputs 1 – 3 Settings" on page 87.) Also, adjust the volume control for the input the microphone is connected to (Inputs 1 – 4) and the speaker output volume control for the broadcast zone to an appropriate volume in advance.

Note

The microphone on the front panel is intended for emergency broadcasts only. It cannot be used for general broadcasts.

[Front panel-mounted key operation for microphone announcements]

Perform the following setting in advance using the setting software:

Step 1. Press either the all-zone call key or output selector key to select the broadcast zone.

•

Pressing the all-zone call key causes the all-zone call indicator to light green, enabling microphone announcement broadcast over an entire area.

•

Pressing an output selector key causes the selected output’s indicator to light green, allowing the microphone announcement to be broadcast over the corresponding zone.

Step 2. Make a microphone announcement using the microphone connected to the audio input terminal on

the rear panel.

Step 3. To terminate the microphone announcement, press the all-zone call key or the same output selector

key again.

The corresponding indicator goes out, terminating the microphone announcement.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

All-zone call key

All-zone call indicator

Output selector key

Output indicator

[Making microphone announcements by activating control inputs]

Perform the following settings in advance using the setting software:

Step 1. Close ("Make") the Control Input terminals on the rear panel of the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA.

In this event, if interlock outputs have been set, a set contact is provided from the Control Output terminal. (For interlock output settings, refer to "General Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Step 2. Make a microphone announcement using the microphone connected to the audio input terminal on

the rear panel.

Step 3. To terminate the microphone announcement, open ("break") the Control Input terminals.

The corresponding indicator goes out, terminating the microphone announcement.

The corresponding all-zone call or output indicator lights green, allowing microphone announcements to be broadcast from the corresponding speaker line.

Microphone talk switch

[Example]

Setting microphone announcement activation for Control Input Terminal 1.

Control Input terminals

Control Output terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

•

Set the priority level of the audio input terminal to which the microphone is connected to any of "1" – "6". (Refer to "General Broadcast Priorities" on page 47 for priority levels, and to "Priority Settings" in the separate software manual for how to set priorities.)

•

Perform settings so that a microphone announcement is broadcast over designated broadcast zones when the control input terminal is activated. (For more information, refer to "General Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

All-zone call indicator Output indicator

5.2. Broadcasting from the RM-200M

5.2.1. Microphone announcements

Use the RM-200M’s microphone to make announcements.

Perform the following settings in advance using the setting software:

Step 2. Press the Talk key to make an announcement.

The talk indicator lights green while the Talk key is pressed.

Notes

Two modes are available for Talk key operation: "PTT" and "Lock" modes.

•

When the talk key is set to PTT mode, announcements can only be broadcast while the Talk key is held down. Releasing the Talk key terminates the broadcast and extinguishes the indicator.

•

When set to Lock mode, pressing the Talk key initiates a broadcast and pressing the key again terminates the broadcast and extinguishes the indicator.

To set the Talk key mode, use the DIP switch located on the side of the RM-200M. (Refer to "Talk Key Settings" on page 93 for DIP switch settings.)

Step 1. Press the broadcast zone selector key to select the broadcast zone.

The selected zone’s indicator lights green, allowing microphone announcements to be broadcast over the zone assigned to the key.

Assign a broadcast zone selection function to the key. (Refer to "RM Function Key Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

[RM-200M]

Zone selector key

Zone indicator

Talk keyTalk indicator

Step 1. Press the broadcast zone selector key to select the broadcast zone.

The selected zone’s indicator lights green, allowing the automatic announcement assigned to that key to be broadcast.

Step 2. Press the automatic announcement start key to start the broadcast. The automatic announcement

indicator lights green and the automatic announcement is broadcast over the selected zone.

Step 3. When the automatic announcement playback is complete, the indicator goes out and the broadcast is

terminated.

Note

Pressing the automatic announcement start key partway through playback causes the broadcast to be terminated and the indicator to go out.

•

Assign a broadcast zone selection to the key. (Refer to "RM Function Key Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

•

Assign an automatic announcement function to the key. (Refer to "RM Function Key Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

5.2.2. Automatic announcement broadcasts

This function makes general broadcasts by activating and playing back automatic announcements recorded and stored in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Perform the following settings in advance using the setting software:

[RM-200M]

Broadcast zone selector key / Automatic announcement start key

Automatic announcement start indicator

Timer

[Example] Connecting a timer to Control Input Terminal 1

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

Control input terminals

Control output terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

Over 100 ms

At the same time, a set contact is output from the control output terminal if interlock outputs have also been set. (For interlock output settings, refer to "General Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Step 3. After the automatic general announcement playback is complete, the broadcast is terminated and the

indicator goes out.

Make settings so that the automatic general announcement is broadcast over the designated zone(s) when the control input terminals of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E or VM-3360E are activated. (For more information, refer to "VM-3000VA Settings" or "VM-3000E Settings" in "System Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

5.3. Making Automatic Announcements Using Control Signal Inputs

This function makes general broadcasts by playing back internal automatic announcements activated when the control input terminals located on the rear panel of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E or VM-3360E receive a broadcast control signal.

Perform the following settings in advance using the setting software:

Step 1. Connect a timer or other external control device to the control input terminals located on the rear

panel of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Step 2. When the timer’s preset time is reached, the Contact Input receives a contact output signal (make

contact) from the timer. The all-zone call indicator or output indicator corresponding to the set zone lights green and the automatic general announcement is broadcast over that zone.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

All-zone call indicator Output indicator

BGM broadcast

Connect a BGM device to the BGM input terminal.

Press the BGM selector key.

Select BGM from the BGM selection screen.

Press the all-zone call key or output selector key to select the broadcast zone.

When terminating, press the all-zone call key or output selector key again.

BGM is broadcast over the selected zone.

Normal status

Microphone announcement (by key operation)

Connect the microphone to the audio input terminal.

Make an announcement using the microphone connected to the audio input terminal.

Microphone announcement (by control input)

Close the control input terminal.

When terminating, open the control input terminal.

5.4.2. Making general broadcasts from the RM-200M Remote Microphone

Microphone announcement

Press the Talk key to make a microphone announcement.

•

When the Talk key is set to PTT mode, announcements are only possible while the key is pressed. Releasing the key terminates the broadcast.

•

When the Talk key is set to Lock mode, pressing the key initiates an announcement and pressing the key again terminates it.

Press the broadcast zone key to select the broadcast zone.

Normal status

Automatic announcement broadcast

Press the automatic announcement start key to broadcast automatic announcements.

Broadcast is automatically terminated after announcement playback completion. (To terminate the broadcast partway through playback, press the automatic announcement start key again.)

5.4.3. Broadcasting automatic general announcements using the control signal input

The Control Input terminals receive a contact output signal (make contact) from the timer and allows an automatic general announcement to be broadcast. At the same time, a set contact is output from the Control Output terminal (only when this function has been set).

Connect a timer or other external control equipment to the control input terminals of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM3240E, or VM-3360E.

Broadcast is automatically terminated after announcement playback completion.

Normal status

5.4. Summary of General Broadcast Procedures

5.4.1. Making general broadcasts from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

• Press the Emergency Activation switch on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to initiate emergency broadcasts.

• Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone’s front panel-mounted Emergency Activation switch to initiate emergency broadcasts.

• Activate and broadcast automatic emergency announcements using the control signal input transmitted from an automatic fire alarm system or connected external equipment.

6. MAKING EMERGENCY BROADCASTS

The following 3 methods are mainly used for making emergency broadcasts:

Note

To use the keys shown below, enable their functions on the setting software when both versions of VM3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later. (For details, refer to "Emergency Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

[VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA]

[RM-300MF]

MIC SP CPU

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

Evacuation Announcement Start key

Alert Announcement Start key

Reset key

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

Evacuation Announcement Start key

OFF ON

Alert Announcement Start key

Emergency Reset key

Step 1. Press the Emergency Activation switch.

The Emergency indicator (Emergency Activation switch) lights red and the VM-3360VA or VM3240VA is placed in emergency broadcast mode. The indication requesting broadcast output selection is displayed on the LCD.

Step 2. Press the All-Zone Selector key or Output Selector

key to select the broadcast zones.

•

Pressing the All-Zone Call Selector key causes the All-Zone Call indicator to light green, allowing emergency broadcasts to be made over all broadcast zones.

•

Pressing the Output Selector key causes the selected Output indicators to light green, allowing emergency broadcasts to be made over the corresponding broadcast zone(s).

Note

Skipping Step 2 allows emergency broadcasts to be made over all zones, as if the All-Zone Call Selector key was pressed.

6.1. Making Emergency Broadcasts from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

6.1.1. Microphone announcements

Use the emergency microphone located on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

LCD screen

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Emergency Output indicator

All-zone Call indicator

Emergency microphone

Emergency microphone operation indicator

All-zone Call Selector key

Output indicator

Normal status

Broadcast zone selection request screen

EMERGENCY

SELECT

Broadcast zone selection request screen

MERG

ENCY

SELECT

Output Selector key

EMERGENCY

UTPUT

ALL OUTPUT 1 – 6

UTPUT

Step 3. Make announcement while pressing the emergency microphone’s Talk key.

When an emergency attention tone* has been enabled, pressing the Pressto-talk switch immediately sounds a ding-dong.

* This function can be used only when both versions of VM-3000VA

firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

During emergency microphone announcements, the Emergency Microphone Operation indicator and Output indicator both light red. At the same time, the "EMERGENCY VA MICROPHONE" indication is displayed on the LCD.

Step 4. To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following

methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone

Emergency Reset key.

Note

The Emergency Reset indicator (red) remains lit while the Emergency Reset key is pressed.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control

Input terminals of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Note

Use the setting software to assign the reset function to the Emergency Control Input terminal. (Refer to "Emergency Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Emergency Control Input terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

Talk key

EMERGENCY

ICROPHONE

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

[RM-300MF]

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Reset key

Emergency Reset indicator

Emergency Reset key

Step 1. Press the Emergency Activation switch.

The Emergency indicator (Emergency Activation switch) lights red and the VM3360VA or VM-3240VA is placed in emergency broadcast mode. The indication requesting broadcast output selection is displayed on the LCD.

Step 2. Press the All-Zone Call Selector key or

Output Selector key to select the broadcast zones.

•

Pressing the All-Zone Call Selector key causes the All-Zone Call indicator to light green, allowing emergency broadcasts to be made over all broadcast zones.

•

Pressing the Output Selector key causes the selected Output indicators to light green, allowing emergency broadcasts to be made over the corresponding broadcast zone(s).

Note

Skipping Step 2 allows emergency broadcasts to be made over all zones, as if the All-Zone Call Selector key was pressed.

Step 3. Press either the Alert or Evacuation Announcement Start key.

The Alert Announcement indicator or Evacuation Announcement indicator and the Emergency Output indicator both light red, broadcasting the Alert or Evacuation announcement over the selected broadcast zone(s).

Note

Holding down the Alert Announcement Start key during Alert announcements or the Evacuation Start key during Evacuation announcements for 3 seconds or more causes the announcement to be terminated and the indicator to go out.

6.1.2. Automatic emergency announcement broadcasts

This function makes emergency broadcasts with the key on the VM-3360VA’s or VM-3240VA’s front panel by playing back the Alert or Evacuation announcements recorded and stored in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

Evacuation Announcement indicator

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Alert Announcement Indicator

Alert Announcement Start key

Evacuation Announcement Start key

LCD screen

All-zone Call indicator

All-zone Call Selector key

Emergency Output indicator

Output Selector key

Output indicator

Normal status

EMERGENCY

Broadcast zone selection request screen

EMERGENCY

SELECT

Broadcast zone selection request screen

MERG

E NCY

SELECT

ALL OUTPUT 1 – 6

Evacuation announcement in progress

MERG

ENCY

EVACUATE

ESSA

Alert announcement in progress

EMERGENCY

UTPUT

ALERT

ALERTEVACUATE

ESSA

Step 4. To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following

methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone Emergency Reset key.

Note

The Emergency Reset indicator (red) remains lit while the Emergency Reset key is pressed.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control

Input terminal of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Note

Emergency Control Input terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Reset key

[RM-300MF]

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Emergency Reset indicator

Emergency Reset key

Step 1. Press the RM-300MF’s Emergency Activation switch.

The Emergency indicator (Emergency Activation switch) lights red, placing the unit in emergency broadcast mode.

Step 2. Press the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension’s Zone Selector key(s) to select broadcast

zone(s). The selected zone’s indicator lights green, indicating that emergency microphone announcements can be broadcast over the selected zone.

Notes

•

The RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension is an optional device. If the Fireman’s Microphone Extension is not connected, emergency announcements are broadcasts over all broadcast zones.

•

Use the setting software to set the Zone Selector key. (Refer to "Event Settings" "RM Function Settings" "RM-320F Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

•

If Step 2 is skipped and the broadcast zone is not selected, emergency announcements are

broadcast over all broadcast zones.

Step 3. Make emergency broadcasts by pressing the Talk key of the RM-

300MF’s emergency microphone. When an emergency attention tone* has been enabled, pressing the Press-to-talk switch immediately sounds a ding-dong. During the emergency microphone announcement, the RM-300MF’s Emergency Microphone In-Use indicator lights green and the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension’s Emergency Broadcast Zone indicator lights red.

* This function can be used only when both versions of VM-3000VA

firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

6.2. Making RM-300MF Emergency Broadcasts

6.2.1. Microphone announcements

Make emergency broadcasts through the emergency microphone of the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone.

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

[RM-320F][RM-300MF]

Emergency Broadcast Zone indicator

Zone Selector key

Emergency microphone

Emergency Microphone In-Use indicator

Zone indicator

Talk key

Step 1. To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following

methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone Emergency Reset key.

Note

The Emergency Reset indicator (red) remains lit while the Emergency Reset key is pressed.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control Input terminal of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Note

Emergency Control Input terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Reset key

[RM-300MF]

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Emergency Reset indicator

Emergency Reset key

Step 1. Press the RM-300MF’s Emergency Activation switch.

The Emergency indicator (Emergency Activation switch) lights red, placing the unit in emergency broadcast mode.

Step 2. Press the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension’s Zone Selector key(s) to select broadcast

zone(s). The selected zone’s indicator lights green, indicating that emergency microphone announcements can be broadcast over the selected zone.

Notes

•

The RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension is an optional device. If the Expansion Unit is not connected, emergency announcements are broadcasts over all broadcast zones.

•

Use the setting software to set the Zone Selector key. (Refer to "Emergency Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

•

If Step 2 is skipped and the broadcast zone is not selected, emergency announcements are broadcast over all broadcast zones.

Step 3. Press either the RM-300MF’s Alert or Evacuation Announcement Start key.

The Alert Announcement indicator or Evacuation Announcement indicator and the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension’s Emergency Output indicator both light red, broadcasting the Alert or Evacuation announcement over the selected broadcast zone(s).

Note

Holding down the Alert Announcement Start key during Alert announcements or the Evacuation Announcement Start key during Evacuation announcements for 3 seconds or more causes the announcement to be terminated and the indicator to go out.

6.2.2. Automatic emergency announcement broadcasts

This function makes emergency broadcasts from the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone by playing back the Alert or Evacuation announcements stored in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

[RM-320F][RM-300MF]

Emergency Broadcast Zone indicator

Zone Selector key

Evacuation Announcement

Alert Announcement

indicator

Evacuation Announcement Start key

Alert Announcement Start key

Zone indicator

Step 4. To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following

methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone Emergency Reset key.

Note

The Emergency Reset indicator (red) remains lit while the Emergency Reset key is pressed.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control Input terminal of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240VA, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Note

Use the setting software to assign the reset function to the Emergency Control Input terminals. (Refer to "Emergency Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Emergency Control Input terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Reset key

[RM-300MF]

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Emergency Reset indicator

Emergency Reset key

Step 2. The Alert or Evacuation announcement is broadcast over the zone(s) assigned to the Emergency

Control Input terminals. The Emergency indicator flashes red, the buzzer sounds and the Alert or Evacuation Announcement indicator lights red. At the same time, the Output indicator corresponding to the set broadcast zone(s) lights.

Step 1. An emergency control signal is input to the Emergency Control Input terminals when an automatic fire

alarm system is activated.

Emergency control input terminals

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

[Emergency control signal entry and operation]

Make settings so that the Alert or Evacuation announcement to be broadcast over the designated zone(s) when the emergency control input terminal of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E is activated. (For more information, refer to "Emergency Control Input Settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

6.3. Making Automatic Emergency Announcements Using Control Signal Inputs (Automatic Fire Alarm Systems, etc.)

This function makes emergency broadcasts by playing back internal Alert or Evacuation announcements when the emergency control input terminals located on the rear panel of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM3240E, or VM-3360E receive an emergency control signal from a connected automatic fire alarm system or external equipment. These emergency announcements being broadcast can also be stopped by the control signal.

Perform the following settings in advance using the setting software:

Note

Assigning a function to stop the Alert or Evacuation message announcements to the emergency control input terminals allows these announcements being broadcast to be stopped. This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later. Use the setting software to assign message stop function to the Emergency Control Input terminals. (Refer to the separate software instruction manual.)

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Buzzer

Announcement

indicator

Emergency indicator

Alert Announcement indicatorEvacuation

Output indicator

Step 3. To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following

methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone Emergency Reset key.

Note

The Emergency Reset indicator (red) remains lit while the Emergency Reset key is pressed.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control Input terminal of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240VA, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Note

Emergency Control Input terminals

[VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E]

Note: This figure represents the VM-3240VA/3360VA.

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Reset key

[RM-300MF]

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Emergency Reset indicator

Emergency Reset key

Microphone announcement

Make emergency broadcasts by holding down the emergency microphone’s Talk key.

Press either the All-Zone Call key or Output key to select the output zone.

(If the zone is not selected, emergency broadcasts are made over all zones.)

To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone’s Emergency Reset key.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control Input terminals on the rear panel of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-

3240E, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Press the Emergency Activation switch.

Normal status

Automatic emergency announcement

Press the Alert or Evacuation Announcement Start key to broadcast the Alert or Evacuation announcement.

6.4.2. Fireman’s microphone emergency broadcasts

Microphone announcement

Make emergency broadcasts by holding down the RM300MF’s emergency microphone’s Talk key.

Press the RM-320F Fireman’s Microphone Extension’s Zone Selector key to select the output zone.

(If the zone is not selected, broadcasts are made over all zones.)

To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone’s Emergency Reset key.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control Input terminal on the rear panel of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-

3240E, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Press theRM-300MF’s Emergency Activation switch.

Normal status

Automatic emergency announcement

Press the RM-300MF’s Alert or Evacuation Announcement Start key to broadcast the Alert or Evacuation announcement.

6.4.3. Making automatic emergency announcements using the control signal input

Alert or Evacuation announcements are broadcast over the zones assigned to the Emergency Control Input terminal.

Automatic fire alarm system is activated and an emergency control signal is input to the Emergency Control Input terminal.

To terminate the emergency broadcast, reset the emergency mode using one of the following methods:

•

Press the Reset key on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

•

Press the RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone’s Emergency Reset key.

•

Input a reset signal to the Emergency Control Input terminal on the rear panel of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-

3240E, or VM-3360E which has been assigned a reset function.

Normal status

6.4. Summary of Emergency Broadcast Procedures

6.4.1. Making emergency broadcasts from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

7. EQUIPMENT STATUS AND RESPONSE WHEN EMERGENCY MODE IS

ACTIVATED BY EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT

Note

Enable the function for Emergency Activation switch in advance when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later. (For details, refer to "Emergency Control Input Settings" and "RM-300MF settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

7.1. RM-300MF Status and Operation When Emergency-Activated by External Equipment

The Emergency indicator flashes red and the buzzer sounds. If the Emergency Activation switch is pressed, the Emergency indicator stops flashing and continuously lights red. At the same time, the buzzer stops.

7.2. VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA Status and Operation When Emergency-Activated by External Equipment

The Emergency indicator flashes red and the buzzer sounds. If the Emergency Activation switch is pressed, the Emergency indicator stops flashing red and continuously lights red. At the same time, the buzzer stops.

7.3. When Emergency-Activated by External Contact Input from Automatic Fire Alarm Systems, etc.

•

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA: The Emergency indicator flashes red and the buzzer sounds.

•

RM-300MF: The Emergency indicator flashes red and the buzzer sounds.

If the Emergency Activation switch of each device is pressed, the Emergency indicator stops flashing red and continuously lights red. At the same time, the buzzer stops.

[RM-300MF]

Emergency Activation switch/ Emergency indicator

Buzzer

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Buzzer

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

Input Terminal (Sound Source) Priorities

Inputs 1 – 4 (audio) 1 – 6 and 7 (MIX) BGM 1 & 2 (BGM) 8 (BGM) RM 1&2 LINK IN (remote microphone) 1 – 6 Automatic announcements 1 – 6 1 – 6 (Internal sound source) Local Input* 1 – 6

Differences in System Operation Due to "System Type" Settings When Priority Broadcasts Are Made

[In a 1-channel broadcast system]

When another higher priority broadcast is started during a broadcast, if broadcast areas for the two are different, the original broadcast is cut off in areas other than those where the higher priority broadcast has been made.

[In a BGM/Paging broadcast system]

Priorities 1 – 6 are assigned to paging calls made by the VP series standby amplifiers, while Priorities 7 (MIX) and 8 (BGM) are for BGM broadcasts made by the VM-3000 series Amplifiers. When another broadcast with priority 1 – 6 is made during a broadcast with priority 7 or 8, if broadcast areas for the two are different, the original broadcast is maintained in areas other than those where the latest broadcast has been made.

8. PRIORITY SETTINGS

8.1. General Broadcast Priorities

In general broadcasts, priorities can be set to each input source of the VM-3240VA's or VM-3360VA's, and the VM-3240E's or VM-3360E's local input source. Following are such priority-assignable inputs or sound sources: INPUT 1 – 4 (audio input), BGM 1 & 2 (BGM input), RM 1 & 2 LINK IN (remote microphone input), internal automatic general announcements 1 – 6, and Local INPUT* (audio input). Priority levels can be set on the setting software. (Refer to "Priority Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

•

The lower the number, the higher the priority. Priorities that can be set differ depending on the connected terminal.

•

While a broadcast with Priority 1 – 6 is being made, if another broadcast with higher priority is made, the lower priority broadcast is interrupted. When multiple broadcasts with the same priority are simultaneously made, the latest broadcast takes precedence (default: last-in-first-out priority). This priority can be changed to a first-in-first-out arrangement through software settings. The original broadcast is restored after the priority broadcast is complete.

•

Priority 7 can be assigned only to Inputs 1 – 4 (audio input). Setting these inputs to Priority 7 (MIX) allows them to be used as BGM source inputs. If two or more of these inputs are set to Priority 7, their sound source outputs are mixed.

•

Priority 8 can be assigned only to BGM 1 & 2 (BGM input). If broadcast with Priority 1 – 7 is started during BGM (Priority 8) playback, the BGM is temporarily attenuated to allow the broadcast with Priority 1 – 7 to go through. The original BGM playback is restored when the priority broadcast is complete.

•

When multiple input sound sources are simultaneously broadcast, the Output indicator indicates the input sound source with the highest priority.

•

Depending upon priorities set to each input terminal (sound source), operations of the internal attenuator (speaker output volume control), external attenuator and master volume control differ.

Priority Internal ATT. External ATT. Master volume 1, 2 Bypass Bypass Bypass 3, 4 Bypass Enable Bypass 5, 6 Bypass Enable Enable 7 (MIX) Enable Enable Enable 8 (BGM) Enable Enable Enable

* Applicable only when all the

versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later.

The internal attenuator (speaker output volume control), external attenuator and master volume control cannot be used during emergency broadcasts.

8.2. Emergency Broadcast Priorities

Priorities for emergency broadcasts are assigned to the following announcements: microphone announcements from VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA, microphone announcements from the RM-300MF, and Alert/Evacuation announcements. (Priorities are fixed.) The lower the number, the higher the priority.

Sound Source Priorities (fixed)

Microphone announcement by RM-300MF/ID1

(RM-300MF assigned to ID1 using the setting software)

Microphone announcement by RM-300MF/ID3

(RM-300MF assigned to ID3 using the setting software)

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA Microphone Announcement 3

Microphone announcement by RM-300MF/ID2

(RM-300MF assigned to ID2 using the setting software)

Microphone announcement by RM-300MF/ID4

(RM-300MF assigned to ID4 using the setting software)

Evacuate EV (internal pre-recorded Evacuation message) 6

Alert EV (internal pre-recorded Alert message) 7

9.1. What Is the CPU OFF Function?

The CPU OFF function bypasses the CPU*, which the VM-3000 system uses in ordinary broadcasts, and allows all-zone calls to be made from the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA or RM-300MF. Use this function when ordinary broadcasts cannot be made due to system failures, etc.

* A signal processing unit installed in the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E and RM-300MF.

9.2. Making All-Zone Calls Using the CPU OFF Function

9.2.1. Making all-zone calls from the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA

While the Emergency Activation switch on the front panel of the VM3360VA or VM-3240VA and the Emergency Microphone’s Talk key are simultaneously held down, the Emergency indicator (red) remains lit and the amplifier is placed in CPU OFF condition, allowing all-zone calls to be made from the Emergency Microphone. Adjust the sound volume with the Emergency Microphone’s volume control.

9.2.2. Making all-zone calls from the RM-300MF using the CPU OFF function

Set DIP switch 8 on the RM-300MF’s bottom surface to the ON position to use the CPU OFF function. Setting the RM-300MF’s front-mounted CPU ON/OFF switch to the OFF position causes the CPU OFF indicator to light red, placing the unit in CPU OFF mode. Pressing the Emergency Microphone’s Talk key allows all-zone calls to be made from the Emergency Microphone. Adjust the sound volume with the microphone volume control.

9. CPU OFF FUNCTION

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Emergency Activation switch/Emergency indicator

Emergency microphone volume controlEmergency microphone

Talk key

EMERGENCY

[RM-300MF front][RM-300MF rear]

Talk key

DIP switch

ON 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

CPU OFF indicator

CPU ON/OFF

switch

Microphone volume control

OFF ON

9.3. Priorities When All-Zone Calls Are Made Using the CPU OFF Function

Priorities of all-zone calls using the CPU OFF function differ depending on the input terminal to which the RM-300MF is connected. Connect the RM-300MF to the VM-3360VA or VM3240VA’s RM1 LINK or RM2 LINK connector.

CPU-OFF all-zone call from RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone (when connected to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s RM1 LINK connector)

CPU-OFF all-zone call from VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA

CPU-OFF all-zone call from RM-300MF Fireman’s Microphone (when connected to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s RM2 LINK connector)

Remote microphone link connectors

[VM-3240VA/3360VA]

Priority

High

Low

10. SURVEILLANCE

10.1. What Is the Surveillance Function?

The surveillance function continually monitors operating conditions for each piece of equipment in the system, operations between equipment components, connections and communications between equipment components, power supply conditions and other important component parts and points extending from input to output. If malfunctions or cable breakage is detected, details of such irregularities* are displayed on the VM3360VA or VM-3240VA’s LCD. At the same time, the communications failure indicator or failure indicator on the system equipment flashes to alert the system operator to such irregularities along with a buzzer tone.

The setting software is used to set surveillance time intervals, component parts to be monitored and subsequent operations when a failure is detected. (Refer to "Surveillance Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Detected failures are recorded in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s log, and the recorded log can be confirmed using the setting software. (Refer to "Log Display" in the separate software instruction manual.)

* For LCD failure display, refer to page 62.

10.2. How to Use the Surveillance Function

Be sure to perform the following settings to enable the surveillance function. If not performed, the surveillance function cannot be used.

•

Initialize surveillance settings using the setting menu displayed on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s LCD. (Refer to "Surveillance Settings" on page 86.)

Note

Be sure to perform this initialization after completing the system installation and connections.

•

Use the setting software to set the surveillance function. (Refer to "Surveillance Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

10.3. Monitored VM-3000 System Components

Shown below are the monitored component parts and points:

•

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA

•

Automatic emergency announcement

•

Expansion amplifier (VM-3240E or VM-3360E)

•

Emergency remote microphone (RM-300MF)

•

Battery

•

Speaker (short or open circuit)

•

Speaker (ground fault)

•

Charging device (VX-2000DS)

•

Emergency control terminal

•

General-use remote microphone (RM-200M)

•

Extension amplifier (VP-2241 or VP-2421)

•

Standby amplifier (VP-2241 or VP-2421)

Using the setting software, enable or disable settings individually for each of the above items. (Refer to "Surveillance Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Tip

Each of the above items can be registered into up to 64 groups only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later. Each group can be assigned to the RM-300MF's key, which functions as a failure indicator. (Refer to "RM-300MF settings" in "Event Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

10.4. Equipment Operation upon Failure Detection and Recovery Procedure

If any malfunction is detected within the system, the buzzer sounds, the failure indicator flashes and failure information* is displayed on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s LCD screen. The operations of other system equipment differ when a communications error or other failures occur. The following are rough guidelines on actions to take after such failures have been detected.

The procedure for recovery from irregularities other than communications failures is:

1. Perform failure acknowledgment.

2. Remedy the cause.

3. Perform failure reset.

Recovering from communications failures:

When a failure is detected in communications between an individual component and the VM-3360VA or VM3240VA, component operation can no longer be performed. First, remedy the cause of the failure. If communication returns to normal, the original condition will automatically be restored.

* For LCD failure display, refer to page 62.

A failure has occurred in communications between the unit and the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA. The previous status is automatically restored if communications return to normal.

10.4.1. Equipment operation upon failure detection

[VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA]

The buzzer sounds, the failure indicator flashes yellow and failure information is displayed on the LCD screen.

Equipment operation upon failure detection

In this event, a failure of the contents shown on the LCD screen has occurred within the system. Pressing the amplifier’s [OK] key to acknowledge the failure or acknowledging the failure by way of the Fireman’s Microphone stops the buzzer and switches the yellow failure indicator from flashing to steady-on mode. (Refer to "Failure Acknowledgement" on page 56). If the failure is reset at the amplifier, the failure indicator goes out. However, if the cause of the failure has not been remedied, the unit will return to failure status. (Refer to "Failure Reset Operation" on page 57).

[VM-3240E and VM-3360E]

The Communications Failure indicator flashes yellow.

Equipment operation upon failure detection

Buzzer

GENERAL

FAULT

Failure indicator

FAULT VA

PL I F I ER

LCD

Communications Failure indicator

COM

FAULT

[RM-300MF and RM-320F]

The buzzer sounds and the Failure indicator flashes yellow.

Equipment operation upon failure detection (1)

In this event, a failure not related to communications has occurred within the system. If the failure is acknowledged by any system component, the buzzer stops and the yellow Failure indicator light switches from flashing to steady on mode. (Refer to "Failure Acknowledgement" on page 56). Resetting the failure at the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA causes the Failure indicator to go out. However, if the cause of the failure has not been remedied, the unit will again return to failure status. (Refer to "Failure Reset Operation" on page 57).

Note

The function of acknowledging the specified failure must be assigned to the RM-320F’s key in advance using the setting software. (Refer to "Event Settings" -> "RM Function Key Settings" -> "RM-320F Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

The Communications Failure indicator flashes yellow.

Equipment operation upon failure detection (2)

A failure has occurred in communications between the RM-300MF and the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA. The previous status is automatically restored if communications return to normal.

RM-320FRM-300MF

Buzzer

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Failure indicator

Failure Acknowledgment key

RM-300MF

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Communications Failure indicator

[RM-200M]

The Communications Failure indicator flashes yellow.

Equipment Operation Upon Failure Detection

A failure has occurred in communications between the RM-200M and the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA. The previous status is automatically restored if communications return to normal.

Communications Failure indicator

10.4.2. Failure acknowledgment

Perform failure acknowledgment at the VM-3360VA, VM-3240VA, or RM-320F, or by use of the control input. Acknowledging a failure causes all currently sounding buzzers to stop. At the same time, the flashing yellow Failure indicator light on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA or RM-320F will switch to steady on mode.

Note

Only the Failure indicator is switched from flashing to steady on mode when failures are acknowledged. The Communications Failure indicator that flashes when a communications-related failure occurs will remain flashing.

[Acknowledging failures at the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA]

Press the [OK] key.

[Acknowledging failures at the RM-320F]

Press the Failure Acknowledgment key corresponding to the yellow flashing Failure indicator.

Notes

• The "Failure Acknowledgment" function must be assigned to the key in advance. If this function is not assigned, the RM-320F cannot be used for failure acknowledgment.

• The acknowledgment function can be assigned using the setting software. (Refer to "Event Settings" "RM Function Key Settings" "RM-320F Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

[OK] key

Failure indicator

Failure Acknowledgment key

10.4.3. Failure reset operation

Perform failure reset at the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, or RM-320F*, or by use of the control input. Resetting failures causes all currently lit or flashing yellow Failure and Communications Failure indicators to go out and returns the system to normal status. However, if the cause of the failure has not been remedied, the system will again return to failure mode.

* Applicable only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting

Software are 2.00 or later.

[Acknowledging failures by the control input]

Failure acknowledgment can also be performed by using the control inputs of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, and VM-3360E. (Refer to "Event Settings" "General Control Input Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E

Control input

Failure acknowledgement

Failure reset

Cancel key

[Resetting failures at the RM-320F]

Press the Failure Reset key. The Failure Reset indicator remains lit while the key is held down.

[Resetting failures by the control input]

Failure reset can also be performed by using the control inputs of the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, and VM-3360E. (Refer to "Event Settings" "General Control Input Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Notes

• The RM-320MF's Failure Reset function is valid only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later.

• The "Failure Reset" function must be assigned to the key in advance. If this function is not assigned, the RM320F cannot be used for failure reset.

• The Failure Reset function can be assigned using the setting software. (Refer to "Event Settings" "RM Function Key Settings" "RM-320F Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Failure Reset key

Lit

Failure Reset indicator

VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E

Control input

Failure acknowledgement

Failure reset

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA The buzzer sounds, the Failure indicator flashes yellow and failure

information is displayed on the LCD screen.

RM-300MF The Communications Failure indicator flashes yellow.

10.5. Examples of Failures and Their Counter-Operations

Procedures for acknowledging and resetting failures are explained here.

10.5.1. Failure example 1: Communications failure

Assuming that the RM-300MF’s connection is disconnected within the VM-3000 system, when the failure is detected, the equipment operates as follows:

[Operation examples when a failure occurs]

Note

The RM-300MF cannot be used.

Step 1. Press the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s [OK] key (to acknowledge the failure).

The buzzer stops and the yellow Failure indicator light switches from flashing to steady on mode.

Step 2. Determine the cause and remedy it.

Then correctly reconnect the cables between the RM-300MF and the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Step 3. If communications are restored, the system automatically returns to the previous status, causing the

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s Failure indicator and the RM-300MF’s Communications Failure indicator to go out.

RM-300MFVM-3240VA/3360VA

Buzzer

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Failure indicator

GENERAL

FAULT

Flashes

FAULT EMGRM

OMMUN I CA T ION

LCD

GENERAL

FAULT

[OK] key

Failure indicator

GENERAL

FAULT

Switches from flashing to steady on mode.

Communications Failure indicator

Flashes

RM-300MFVM-3240VA/3360VA

GENERAL

FAULT

Switches from steady on to extinguished mode.

GENERAL

FAULT

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Switches from flashing to extinguished mode.

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA The buzzer sounds, the Failure indicator flashes yellow and failure

information is displayed on the LCD screen.

RM-300MF and RM-320F The buzzer sounds and the Failure indicator flashes yellow.

10.5.2. Failure example 2: Short circuit of speaker line 6

Assuming that Speaker Line 6 connected to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA is shorted, when the failure is detected, the equipment operates as follows.

Note

The function of acknowledging speaker short circuit failures must be assigned to the Failure Acknowledgement key. If this function is not assigned, failures cannot be acknowledged by the RM-320F. Use the setting software to assign the failure acknowledgement function. (Refer to "Event Settings" "RM Function Key Settings" "RM-320F Settings" in the separate software instruction manual.)

[Operation example when a failure occurs]

Step 1. Press either the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s [OK] key (to acknowledge the failure) or the RM-320F’s

[Failure Acknowledgment] key. The buzzers on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA and the RM-320F stop and the yellow Failure indicators light on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA and RM-320F switch from flashing to steady on mode.

RM-300MF RM-320FVM-3240VA/3360VA

Buzzer

Failure indicator

GENERAL

FAULT

Flashes

LCD

FAULT VA O

UTPUT6 SHORT

Buzzer

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Flashes

Failure indicator

Failure Acknowledgement key

[OK] key

GENERAL

FAULT

Switches from flashing to steady on mode.

Failure indicator

RM-300MF RM-320FVM-3240VA/3360VA

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Switches from flashing to steady on mode.

Failure indicator

Failure Acknowledgment key

Step 2. Determine and remedy the cause.

If the cause cannot be determined from the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s on-screen display, connect a PC and load the log data using the setting software. (For log data loading, refer to "Log Display" in the separate software instruction manual.)

Step 3. Press the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s [CANCEL] key (to reset the failure).

The Failure indicators on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA and the RM-320F go out, allowing normal system operation to be restored.

Note

The "Failure Reset" function must be assigned to the Failure Rest key in advance. If this function is not assigned, the RM-320F cannot be used for failure reset. This function can be used only when all the versions of VM-3000VA firmware, VM-3000E firmware, and VM-3000 Setting Software are 2.00 or later.

RM-300MF RM-320FVM-3240VA/3360VA

GENERAL

Switches from

FAULT

steady on to extinguished mode.

Failure indicator

Cancel key

MIC SP CPU

OFF ON

Switches from steady on to extinguished mode.

Lights while the right-hand key is pressed.

Failure indicator

Failure Reset key

10.6. LCD Failure Display

If a failure occurs, its information, including the failure point, is displayed on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s front panel-mounted LCD screen. In this event, the display alternates between "Failure information" and "BGM status." Pressing the OK key sets the display to "Failure status." The latest information is displayed on the LCD screen. The ">" indication is displayed if failures occurred before the currently displayed failure, and the "<" indication is displayed if failures occurred after the currently displayed failure. To confirm other failures not displayed on the screen, move the display using the [+] or [–] key.

Indicates the occurrence of a failure.

Indicates the point where the failure occurred. The red number represents a variable part.

FAULT E1

PLIFIER

Indicates the content of the failure.

Indicates other failures that occurred before the displayed failure. Use the [+] key to move the screen.

Indicates other failures that occurred after the displayed failure. Use the [–] key to move the screen.

Failure Location: Voice Alarm System Amplifier (VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA)

FAULT VA

PL I F I ER

FAULT VA

AUD I

LINE

FAULT VA

ICROPHONE

The VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA has overheated or its fuse has blown.

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s audio lines.

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s front panel-mounted emergency microphone.

FAULT VA TALK S

FAULT VA SETT I N

DATA

FAULT VA L

DATA

FAULT VA E

MERG

ENCY S

FAULT VA P

OWER

Failure detected in the talk switch of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s front panel-mounted emergency microphone.

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s set files.

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s log files.

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s Emergency Activation switch.

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s power supply.

Failure Location: Automatic Emergency Announcement

FAULT VA E

MERG

ENCY EV

Failure detected in the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s internal automatic emergency announcement device.

Failure Location: VM Extension Amplifier (VM-3240E or VM-3360E)

FAULT E1

PL I F I ER

FAULT E2

AUD I

LINE

FAULT E3

UN I CAT ION

FAULT E8 P

OWER

The VM-3240E or VM-3360E has overheated or its fuse has blown.

Failure detected in the audio lines between the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA and the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Failure detected in communications between the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA and the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Failure detected in the power supply of the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Failure Location: Fireman’s Microphone (RM-300MF)

FAULT EMGRM

AUD I

LINE

FAULT EMGRM

ICROPHONE

FAULT EMGRM TALK S

FAULT EMGRM

UN I CAT ION

FAULT EMGRM E

MERG

ENCY S

Failure detected in the audio lines between the RM-300MF and the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Failure detected in the emergency microphone on the RM-300MF.

Failure detected in the talk switch of the emergency microphone on the RM-300MF.

Failure detected in communications between the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA and the RM-300MF.

Failure detected in the Emergency Activation switch on the RM-300MF.

FAULT EMGRM P

OWER

Failure detected in the power supply of the RM-300MF.

Failure Location: Battery

FAULT VA

BAT TERY

Failure detected in the battery.

Failure Location: Speaker Line (Open or Short Circuit)

FAULT VA

UTPUTOPEN 3

FAULT VA

UTPUT SHORT 6

Open circuit caused in speaker Line 3 of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Speaker Line 6 of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA is short-circuited.

Failure Location: Speaker Line (Ground Fault)

FAULT VA

GRO

UND FAULT

Ground fault caused in a speaker connected to the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA.

FAULT E1

GRO

UND FAULT

Ground fault caused in a speaker connected to the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Failure Location: Speaker Line

Failure detected in the speaker line connected to the

FAULT VA END

FLINE6

VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA. (The speaker line No. can be displayed only when an EOL unit is connected to each individual speaker line.)

Failure Location: Emergency Power Supply (VX-2000DS)

FAULT VA

FAULT E2

DS DC

VX-2000DS has failed or is not connected.

Failure detected in the VX-2000DS’ DC output.

Failure Location: Emergency Control Input Terminal

FAULT E3

MGCTRL I N4

Failure detected in the VM-3240E’s or VM-3360E’s emergency control input Terminal 4.

Failure Location: General-Use Remote Microphone (RM-200M)

FAULT RM1

UN I CAT ION

Failure detected in communications between the RM-200M and the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA.

Failure Location: Extension Amplifier (VP-2241 or VP-2421)

FAULT EXT VA

PL I F I ER

FAULT EXT E1

AUD I

LINE

The Extension Amplifier has overheated or its fuse has blown.

Failure detected in the audio lines between the VP-2241 or VP-2421 and the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA or the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Failure Location: Standby Amplifier (VP-2241 or VP-2421)

FAULT STANDBY

PL I F I ER

FAULT STANDBY

AUD I

LINE

The Standby Amplifier has overheated or its fuse has blown.

Failure detected in the audio lines between the VP-2241 or VP-2421 and the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA or the VM-3240E or VM-3360E.

Speaker Line Failure Detected by the End of Line Unit

FAULT E

FLINE1

Failure detected in the speaker line connected to the VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E. The displayed line number indicates the speaker line 1 – 6 in failure state.

External Failure Detected by the Control Inputs

FAULT E

TER

NAL ERR1

Failure detected in the control input connected to the external equipment of VM-3240VA, VM-3360VA, VM-3240E, or VM-3360E. The displayed error number indicates the control input 1 – 8 in failure state.

11. SETTINGS

Perform settings using the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s LCD screen. To set, select the desired item after entering the setting mode, then advance to the corresponding screen. Even if the setting menu screen is selected by pressing the Menu key during normal operating status, current broadcasts are not interrupted. Entering a setting screen by pressing the OK key on the setting menu screen will, however, interrupt the broadcast. If the AC power supply is cut off during setting, all parameters currently being set will be cancelled.

11.1. Keys Used for Settings

VM-3240VA and VM-3360VA Front panel

[Menu] key [–] key [Input Selector] keys [+] key

[OK] key [Cancel] key

11.2. Setting Hierarchical Chart

11.3. Configuration Settings

11.3.1. Configuration settings hierarchical chart

If a password has been set, the password input screen is displayed before entering the Configuration Setting screen.

Normal status

Password entry (page 69)

PASSWO

MENUCANCEL

R D ?

Setting menu screen Configuration Setting screen Password settings (page 70)

SELECT ME

NF IGURATION

CANCEL

CONF IGURA

SETTIN

CANCEL

1:PASSWO

SETTIN

Date/time settings (page 71)

2:CLOCK

CANCEL

SETTIN

Network settings (page 72)

3:NETWO

CANCEL

SETT I N

Log transfer (page 74)

Note

These settings require setting software operation. Connect the amplifier to a PC and activate the software before starting settings. (For details, refer to the separate software instruction

CANCEL

4:L

DATA

–

3000

–

manual.)

VM-3240VA/3360VA rear

LAN

CAT5 straight cable

Switching hub

Tip

The same operation can be performed using the VM-3000 Setting Software without operating the front panel-mounted keys. (This function can be used only when both versions of VM-3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.)

CANCEL

Set data transfer (page 75)

5:SETT I NGDATA

OMMUN I CAT ION

EV sound source data transfer (page 77)

6:EV DATA

OMMUN I CATION

11.3.2. Password entry

If a password has been set, the password entry screen is displayed before entering the Configuration Setting screen. (For password settings, refer to page 70.)

Step 1. When a password has been set, pressing the OK

key on the setting menu screen displays the password input screen. (Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.)

Step 2. Enter the password using the [+] or [–] key.

The number increases as the [+] key is pressed and decreases as the [–] key is pressed. An underline (_) is shown at the leftmost digit to indicate entry position.

Step 3. Press the OK key.

The underline moves to the next digit (to the right). (Pressing the Cancel key moves the display one

screen back.)

Step 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to complete a 4-digit

number.

Step 5. Press the OK key when the underline is at the

fourth digit. If the entered password is correct, the display switches to the Configuration Setting screen. If incorrect, the display returns to the password entry screen.

Setting menu screen

SELECT ME

NF IGURATION

Password entry screen

PASSWO

R D ?

–+

WOR D ?

PASS

PASSWO

R D ?

PASSWO

R D ?

0000

0004

If password is correct If password is incorrect

Password Entry screen Configuration Setting screen

PASSWO

R D ?

AINTEN AN

SETTIN

11.3.3. Configuration setting items

The screens shown here are only examples and may differ from the actual displays. The sections in red are the setting items or contents that vary with the operation of the [+] or [–] key.

[Password settings]

Passwords can be set. (They need not be set if not necessary.) Use only a 4-digit (numerical) number (0001 – 9999) when setting. No password (display: "0000") is set by default.

Step 1. Press the OK key on the password setting screen.

The screen for setting the password will be displayed. If a password has already been set, the set password is displayed.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Enter a password using the [+] and [–] keys.

The underline (_) shown at the leftmost digit indicates the entry point. The number increases with the [+] key and decreases with the [–] key.

Note

Enter "0000" when not using a password.

Step 3. Press the OK key.

The underline moves to the next (right side) digit.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the previous screen.

Step 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to complete a 4-digit number.

Step 5. Press the OK key when the underline is at the fourth digit to

Step 6. Press the Cancel key after setting is complete.

The display reverts to the setting screen.

Password settings

1:PASSWO

11:PASSWO

SETT I N

000

–+

000

1000

1234

1:PASSWO

CANCEL

SETT I N

[Date/time settings]

Set the date and time. Default setting: "2008 JAN 01, 00:00"

Step 1. Press the OK key on the Clock Setting screen.

The setting screen for date and time is displayed.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Enter the "year" using the [+] and [–] keys.

The number increases with the [+] key and decreases with the [–] key. The underline (_) shown at the "2008" digits indicates the entry point.

Step 3. Press the OK key.

The underline moves to the right.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the previous screen.

Step 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to enter the date (day, month, and

year) and time (hour and minute).

Step 5. Press the OK key when the underline is at the "minute" digits

to register the date and time. The time starts counting from 00 seconds when the OK key is pressed.

Step 6. Press the Cancel key after setting is complete.

The display reverts to the setting screen.

Date/time settings

2:CLOCK

01 JAN 2008

01 JAN 2009

03 FEB 2009

SETT I N

–+

00:00

03 FEB 2009

2:CLOCK

CANCEL

SETT I N

[Network settings]

Set the IP address and subnet mask.

Step 1. Press the OK key on the Network Settings screen.

The IP Address settings screen is displayed.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Enter an IP address using the [+] and [–] keys.

The number increases with the [+] key and decreases with the [–] key. The underline (_) shown at the leftmost digit indicates the entry point.

Step 3. Press the OK key. The underline moves to the next (right side) digit.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the previous screen.

Step 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to complete the IP address.

Network settings

3:NETWO

SETT I N

1, 7

IP address settings

31:IP ADDRESS

192 . 168 . 014 . 001

–+

31:IP ADDRESS

192 . 168 . 014 . 001

31:IP ADDRESS

192 . 168 . 014.001

31:IP ADDRESS

192 . 168 . 014.002

Subnet mask settings

32:SUBNETMASK

255.255.255.000

–+

32:SUBNETMASK

255 . 255 . 255.000

32:SUBNETMASK

255.255.255.000

32:SUBNETMASK

255.255.000.000

31:IP ADDRESS

192 . 168 . 014.002

CANCEL

32:SUBNETMASK

255.255.000.000

CANCEL

Step 5. Press the OK key when the underline is at the rightmost digit to register the IP address.

Step 6. Press the Cancel key after setting is complete.

The display reverts to the Network Settings screen.

Step 7. Press the OK key on the Network Settings screen.

The IP Address settings screen is displayed.

Step 8. Press the Menu key.

The Subnet Mask Settings screen is displayed.

Step 9. Enter the subnet mask using the [+] and [–] keys.

The underline (_) shown at the leftmost digit indicates the entry point.

Step 10. Press the OK key. The underline moves to the next (right side) digit.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the previous screen.

Step 11. Repeat Steps 9 and 10 to complete the subnet mask.

Step 12. Press the OK key when the underline is at the rightmost digit to register the subnet mask.

Step 13. Press the Cancel key after setting is complete.

The display reverts to the Network Settings screen.

[Log transmission]

Transmit logs from the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to a PC.

Tip

You may skip the front key operations performed in Steps 1 and 3 only when both versions of VM-3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

Step 1. Press the OK key on the Log Transmission screen.

The indication "TRANSMITTING" is displayed on the screen.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Activate the setting software and click the [Log] menu item.

The following log display screen is displayed.

Pressing the [VA

---> PC] button starts the transmission of log

data from the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to the PC.

The indication "TRANSMITTING COMPLETE" is displayed on the screen of the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA after the transmission is completed.

Step 3. Press the OK key.

The display reverts to the setting screen.

Note

If the PC is not correctly connected, the display will not change from the "TRANSMITTING" screen. In such cases, press the Cancel key to return to the log transmission screen, correctly reconnect the PC, and then press the OK key again.

Log transmission

4:L

DATA

–

3000

TRANS

ITTIN

–>

TRANS

ITTIN

Transmission in progress

COM

PLETE

4:L

DATA

–

3000

–>

[Transmission of PC-set data]

Transmit data set by a PC to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA from the PC or conversely from the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to the PC.

Tip

You may skip the front key operations performed in Steps 1 through 3, 5, and 6 only when both versions of VM-3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

Step 1. Press the OK key on the Set Data

Transmission screen. The screen for selecting the transmission source and transmission destination is displayed.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Press the Menu key to switch the source

and destination.

Step 3. Press the OK key.

The "RECEIVING" or "TRANSMITTING" indication is displayed on the screen.

Step 4. Activate the setting software to transmit set data from the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to the PC or

from the PC to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA. Click "Communication" on the menu bar and select "Setting Data: VA->PC" or "Setting Data: PC->VA" on the pull-down menu.

Selecting "Setting Data: VA->PC" allows PC-set data written to the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to be read into the software. Selecting "Setting Data: PC->VA" transmits the data currently being set in the software to the VM3360VA or VM-3240VA.

The indication "RECEIVING COMPLETE" or "TRANSMITTING COMPLETE" is displayed on the screen after the transmission is completed.

Set data transmission

5:SETT I NGDATA

OMMUN I CAT ION

Transmission from PC to VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA

51:SETT I N

–>

DATA –

3000

Transmission from VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to PC

52:SETT I N

–

3000

DATA –>

RECE I V I N

TRANSMITTIN

Step 5. Press the OK key.

The display reverts to the source and destination selection screen.

Step 6. Press the Cancel key.

The display reverts to the Set Data Transmission screen.

Note

If the PC is not correctly connected, the display will not change from the "RECEIVING" or "TRANSMITTING" screen. In such cases, press the Cancel key to return to the set data transfer screen, correctly reconnect the PC, and then press the OK key again.

RECE I V I N

Transmission in progress

COM

PLETE

TRANS

Transmission in progress

ITTIN

COM

PLETE

51:SETT I N

–>

DATA –

3000

CANCEL

5:SETT I NGDATA

OMMUN I CAT ION

52:SETT I N

–

3000

DATA –>

CANCEL

61:EV DATA

–>

–

000

62:EV DATA

–

3000

–

RECE I V I N

TRANSMITTIN

6:EV DATA

OMMUN I CAT ION

OK OK

EV sound source data transmission

Transmission from PC to VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA

Transmission from VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA to PC

[Transmission of EV sound source data]

Transmit EV sound source data from a PC to the VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E or conversely from the VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E to the PC.

Tip

You may skip the front key operations performed in Steps 1 through 3, 5, and 6 only when both versions of VM-3000VA firmware and VM-3000 Setting Software are 3.00 or later.

Step 1. Press the OK key on the EV sound

source transmission screen. The screen for selecting the transmission source and destination is displayed.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Press the Menu key to switch the source

and destination.

Step 3. Press the OK key.

The "RECEIVING" or "TRANSMITTING" indication is displayed on the screen and the transmission beings.

Step 4. Activate the setting software to transmit the EV sound source data from the VM-

3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E to the PC or from the PC to the VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E, then click "Utility->EV" on the menu bar.

Press the [VM-3000->PC] button to transmit sound source data from the VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E to the PC. Sound source data written into the VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E is read into the current registration screen.

Step 5. Press the OK key.

The display reverts to the transmission source and transmission destination selection screen.

Step 6. Press the Cancel key.

The display reverts to the Set Data Transmission screen.

Note

If the PC is not correctly connected, the display will not change from the "RECEIVING" or "TRANSMITTING" screen. In such cases, press the Cancel key to return to the EV sound source data transfer screen, correctly reconnect the PC, and then press the OK key again.

The EV message sound source file registration screen is displayed.

Press the [PC->VM-3000] button to transmit sound source data from the PC to the VM-3240VA/3360VA/3240E/3360E after reading the sound source data into the above screen.

RECE I V I N

61:EV DATA

Transmission in progress

COM

–>

PLETE

–

000

CANCEL

6:EV DATA

OMMUN I CAT ION

TRANS

62:EV DATA

–

ITTIN

COM

3000

Transmission in progress

PLETE

–

CANCEL

ENGLISH (default) and DEUTSCH (German)

Setting range

11.4. Information Settings

11.4.1. Information setting hierarchical chart

11.4.2. Information setting items

The screens shown here are only examples and may differ from the actual displays. The sections in red are the setting items or contents that vary with the operation of the [+] or [–] key.

[Usage language selection]

Select the language to be displayed on the VM-3360VA or VM-3240VA’s LCD screen.

Step 1. Using the [+] and [–] keys, select the language to be used on

the language selection screen.

Step 2. Press the OK key to register the language.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the language by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Information Setting screen.

Step 3. Press the Cancel key to return to the Information Setting

screen. The screen is displayed in the selected language.

Normal status

ORM

ATION

CANCEL

Information setting screen

INFORMAT I

SETTIN

CANCEL

Usage language selection

SELECTLANGUAGE

Version information display

VERS I

CANCEL

Setting menu screen

SELECT ME

INF

LISH

.00

Usage language selection

SELECTLANGUAGE

LISH

–+

DEUTSCH

CANCEL

Information settings screen

INFORMAT I

E I NSTELLUN

[Version information display]

Version information is displayed on the VM-3240VA's or VM-3360VA's front panel-mounted LCD screen.

Note

This function can be used only when the VM-3000VA or VM-3000E firmware version is 2.00 or later.

Step 1. Using the [+] or [–] key, select the desired equipment

on the Version display screen. The version number of the corresponding equipment is displayed.

Step 2. Press the Cancel key to return to the Information

Setting screen.

Indicates the model number in short form.

VA: VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA, both having a LCD screen

VERS I NOVA

300

Indicates the version number of the equipment shown above.

E1: VM-3240E or VM-3260E connected to the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA The number represents the unit ID number.

Version display screen

VERS I

3.00

– +

VERS I

2.00

CANCEL

Information Setting screen

INF R

11.5. Audio Settings

This function is used to adjust the audio setting parameters. Tone settings can be adjusted for Input 4 and volume adjusted for BGM 1 and 2 as well as for the chime interlocked with the microphone, Alert/Evacuation message announcements, and automatic general announcements. Perform each setting after the system installation and connections have been completed.

11.5.1. Audio settings hierarchical chart

* These display screens can be used only when the VM-3000VA firmware version is 2.00 or later.

Normal status

CANCEL

Setting menu screen

SELECT ME

AUDI

CANCEL

Audio setting screen

AUD I

CANCEL

Automatic general message announcement volume control

(page 85)

EV1VOLUM

EV2VOLUM

EV3VOLUM

EV4VOLUM

EV5VOLUM

EV6VOLUM

SETTIN

CANCEL

Input 4 tone settings (page 82)

INPUT 4 TONE

SETT I N

BGM 1 volume control (page 83)

BGM

1VOLUME

CANCEL

BGM 2 volume control (page 83)

BGM

2VOLUME

CANCEL

Microphone-interlocked chime volume adjustment (page 83)

CH IMEVOOLUME

CANCEL

–10

Evacuation message announcement volume adjustment (page 84)

EVACUTAE

CANCEL

LUME

Alert message announcement volume control (page 84)

ALERTVOLUM

CANCEL

[Input 4 tone settings]

Set the tone (bass and treble) for Input 4.

Note

To set Inputs 1 – 3, use the Input Selector key (Input 1 – 3) on the front panel of the VM-3360VA or VM3240VA. (Refer to page 87.)

11.5.2. Audio setting items

The screens shown here are only examples and may differ from the actual displays. The sections in red are the setting items or contents that vary with the operation of the [+] or [–] key.

Step 1. Press the OK key on the Input 4 Tone Settings screen.

The Treble Settings screen is displayed.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key returns the display to the original screen.

Step 2. Press the Menu key to switch between the Treble and Bass settings screens.

Step 3. Set the treble or bass level using the [+] or [–] key.

The level increases with the [+] key and decreases with the [–] key.

Step 4. Press the OK key to register the set level.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the level by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Input 4 Tone Settings screen.

Step 5. Press the Cancel key to return to the Input 4 Tone Settings screen.

+10 dB to –10 dB (default: 00)

Setting range

Input 4 tone settings

INPUT 4 TONE

SETT I N

Treble settings

INPUT 4 TONE

TREBLE 00

–+

INPUT 4 TONE

TREBLE –01

Bass settings

INPUT 4 TONE

BASS 00

–+

INPUT 4 TONE

BASS –01

INPUT 4 TONE

TREBLE –01

CANCEL

INPUT 4 TONE

BASS –01

CANCEL

+10 dB to –10 dB (default: 00)

Setting range

[BGM 1 and BGM 2 volume adjustment]

Adjust the volume of BGM1 and BGM2.

+10 dB to –10 dB (default: 00)

Setting range

Step 1. Using the [+] and [–] key, adjust the volume on the

Microphone-Interlocked Chime Volume Adjustment screen.

Step 2. Press the OK key to register the set volume level.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the level by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Audio Settings screen.

Step 1. Using the [+] and [–] keys, adjust the volume on the

BGM 1 or BGM 2 Volume Settings screen. The volume increases with the [+] key and decreases with the [–] key.

Step 2. Press the OK key to register the set volume level.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the level by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Audio Settings screen.

[Microphone-interlocked chime volume adjustment]

Adjust the volume of the chime that is interlocked with the microphone.

(Example. When adjusting BGM 1 volume:)

BGM 1 volume adjustment

BGM

1VOLUME

–+

BGM

1VOLUME

–01

BGM

1VOLUME

–01

Microphone-interlocked chime volume control

CH IMEVOLUM

–10

–+

–09

CH IMEVOLUM

–09

[Evacuation message announcement volume adjustment]

Adjust the volume of Evacuation message announcement internally pre-recorded on the VM-3240VA or VM3360VA.

Note

This function can be used only when the VM-3000VA firmware version is 2.00 or later.

+10 dB to –10 dB (default: 00)

Setting range

Step 1. Using the [+] or [–] key, adjust the volume on the Evacuation

Message Announcement Volume Adjustment screen.

Step 2. Press the OK key to register the set volume level.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the level by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Audio Setting screen.

[Alert message announcement volume adjustment]

Adjust the volume of Alert message announcement internally pre-recorded on the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA.

Note

This function can be used only when the VM-3000VA firmware version is 2.00 or later.

+10 dB to –10 dB (default: 00)

Setting range

Step 1. Using the [+] or [–] key, adjust the volume on the Alert Message

Announcement Volume Adjustment screen.

Step 2. Press the OK key to register the set volume level.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the level by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Audio Setting screen.

Evacuation message announcement volume adjustment

EVACUATEVOLUM

–+

–01

EVACUATEVOLUM

–01

Alert message announcement volume adjustment

ALERTVOLUM

–+

–01

ALERTVOLUM

–01

[Automatic general message announcement volume control]

Adjust the volume of Automatic general message announcements (EV1 – 6).

Note

This function can be used only when the VM-3000VA firmware version is 2.00 or later.

+10 dB to –10 dB (Default: 00)

Setting range

EV1 - 6 represent the Automatic general message announcement numbers. For details, refer to the separate software instruction manual.

Step 1. Using the [+] or [–] key, adjust the volume on the Volume

Adjustment screen for the EV1 – 6.

Step 2. Press the OK key to register the set volume level.

Note

Pressing the Cancel key before registering the level by pressing the OK key cancels the set contents and returns the display to the Audio Setting screen.

Automatic general message announcement volume level control

EV1VOLUME

–+

EV1VOLUME

–01

EV1VOLUME

–01

11.6.2. Surveillance setting items

[Surveillance initialization]

Initialize the surveillance function.

Note

Do not start initializing the surveillance function for 1 minute after system reset.

11.6. Surveillance Settings

Notes

• When using the Surveillance function (refer to "What Is the Surveillance Function?" on page 51), be sure to

perform this setting after system installation and connections have been completed. Also, be sure to perform this setting when the number of connected speakers has been changed. If this setting is not performed, the surveillance function will not operate correctly.

• When initializing the surveillance settings, be sure to set all the attenuators connected for maximum output.

Doing otherwise may cause false detection.

11.6.1. Surveillance setting hierarchical chart

Step 1. Press the OK key on the surveillance initialization screen.

The "MEASURING" indication is displayed on the screen and initialization begins. After initialization is complete, the "MEASURING COMPLETE" indication is displayed on the screen.

Step 2. Press the OK key to return to the Surveillance Initialization

screen.

Normal Status

MENUCANCEL

Setting menu screen Surveillance Setting screen Surveillance Initialization

SELECT ME

SURVE I LLANCE

CANCEL

SURVE I LLA

NCE

SETTIN

CANCEL

SURVE I LLA

EASUREMENT

NCE

Surveillance Initialization

SURVE I LLA

NCE

EASUREMENT

EASURIN

EASUR I N

SURVE I LLA

EASUREMENT

Initialization in progress

COM

PLETE

NCE

11.7. Inputs 1 – 3 Settings

LINE/MIC input can be selected, phantom power turned ON/OFF, and treble and bass set for Inputs 1 – 3 during actual sound output. Perform this setting after system installation and connections have been completed.

11.7.1. Inputs 1 – 3 setting hierarchical chart

The screens shown here are only examples and may differ from the actual displays. The sections in red are the setting items or contents that vary with the operation of the [+] or [–] key.

Normal status

INPUT 3

LINE/MIC selection (page 88)

INPUT 3

Phantom power ON/OFF

INPUT 3

PHAN

(page 88)

INPUT 3

Treble settings (page 88)

INPUT 3 TONE

TREB

INPUT 3

Press the desired Input Selector key (Inputs 1 – 3).

Note

This example shows Input 3 parameter settings.

– +

INPUT 3

INE

– +

INPUT 3

PHAN

– +

INPUT 3 TONE

TREB

–01

Bass settings (page 88)

INPUT 3 TONE

BASS 00

INPUT 3

Normal Status

– +

INPUT 3 TONE

BASS –01

11.7.2. Inputs 1 – 3 setting items

[LINE/MIC selection settings]

Select either LINE or MIC input.

Line and Mic (Default: LINE)

Setting range

[Phantom ON/OFF settings]

This setting item will not appear when "LINE" is selected at the LINE/MIC selection setting item. Set whether to enable or disable the phantom power.

ON and OFF (Default: OFF)

Setting range

[Treble settings]

Perform treble settings.

+10 dB to –10 dB (Default: 00)

Setting range

[Bass settings]

Perform bass settings.

+10 dB to –10 dB (Default: 00)

Setting range

11.8. BGM Settings

Bass and treble of BGM can all be set during actual sound output. Perform this setting after system installation and connections have been completed.

11.8.1. BGM setting hierarchical chart

The screens shown on the previous page are only examples and may differ from the actual displays. The sections in red are the setting items or contents that vary with the operation of the [+] or [–] keys.

Normal status

BGM

BGM selection (page 90)

SELEC

GM1

BGM

Treble settings (page 90)

BGM

TREB

BGM

Bass settings (page 90)

BGM

BASS 00

BGM

Normal status

– +

SELEC

BGM

TREB

BGM

BASS

GM2

–

11.8.2. BGM setting items

[BGM selection]

Select BGM 1 or 2. Press the OK key to confirm the selected BGM output and commence BGM broadcasting. (For details, refer to "BGM Broadcasts" in "Making General Broadcasts" on page 27.)

BGM 1, BGM 2 and OFF (default)

Setting range

[Treble settings]

Perform treble settings.

+10 dB to –10 dB (Default: 00)

Setting range

[Bass settings]

Perform bass settings.

+10 dB to –10 dB (Default: 00)

Setting range

12.1.2. RM-200M

Switch

Function Factory-preset

No.

1 Maintenance mode

–

OFF

Unit ID No. setting

5ON

6 Compression ON/OFF

7 RM terminate ON/OFF OFF

8 CPU OFF function ON

Switch

Function Factory-preset

No.

Unit ID No. setting

–

4 Talk key operation

–

6 Compression ON/OFF

Note

Always set the DIP switch 1 to the OFF position. The unit will not operate if it is set to the ON position.

12. REMOTE MICROPHONE SETTINGS (RM-300MF, RM-200M)

12.1. DIP Switch Functions

12.1.1. RM-300MF

RM-300MF bottom

ON 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

123456

RM-200M side

[RM-300MF]

[RM-200M]

Unit ID No. Switch No. 1 Switch No. 2

1ON ON

2 OFF ON

3 ON OFF

4 OFF OFF

12.3. Compression Settings (RM-300MF: Switch 6 operation or RM-200M: Switch 6 operation)

To perform compression settings, use the DIP switch No. 6 for both the RM-300MF and RM-200M.

Note

DIP switch is located on the bottom surface for the RM-300MF and on the side surface for the RM-200M.

Setting the DIP switch to ON enables announcements to be broadcast without distortion even if excessive input signal is applied to the microphone. (Default: ON)

Note

Be sure to press the VM reset switch located on the VM-3240VA's and VM-3360VA's front panel to cycle the system power when the unit ID has been changed with the system power switch turned on.

12.2. Unit ID Number Settings (RM-300MF: Switch 5 operation or RM-200M: Switch 1 and 2 operation)

To set the unit ID number, use the DIP switch 5 for the RM-300MF and DIP switches 1 and 2 for the RM200M.

Note The DIP switch is located on the bottom surface for the RM-300MF and on the side surface for the RM-200M.

Set the unit ID numbers of the RM-300MF and RM-200M. Make the Setting Software-assigned ID numbers for these units and the ID numbers set by their DIP switches identical. (All DIP switches set to ON by default)

(For setting instructions using the Setting Software, refer to the separate Setting Software Instructions, "RM function key settings.")

Unit ID No. Switch No. 4 Switch No. 5

1ON ON

2 OFF ON

3 ON OFF

4 OFF OFF

12.4. Setting the Terminating RM-300MF Unit

(RM-300MF: Switch 7 operation)

Set the DIP switch 7 located on the RM-200M's bottom surface to ON when connecting a single RM-300MF to the VM-3240VA or VM-3360VA (no bridge connection to the RM-200M is made). (Default: OFF)

12.5. CPU OFF Function Enable/Disable Settings

(RM-300MF: Switch 8 operation)

Enables or disables CPU OFF function by the RM-300MF's front-mounted CPU ON/OFF switch. Setting the DIP switch 8 located on the RM-300MF's side surface to ON enables CPU OFF function, and setting it to OFF disables CPU OFF function. (Default: ON)

Note

For the CPU ON/OFF switch settings, refer to "Making All-Zone Calls Using the CPU OFF Function" on page

49.

12.6. Talk Key Settings

(RM-200M: Switch 4 operation)

Set the operating system of the RM-200M's front-mounted Talk key. Setting the DIP switch 4 located on the RM-200M's side surface to ON enables announcement to be broadcast while the Talk key is held down. Releasing the Talk key terminates the broadcast. (Press-To-Talk or PTT mode) Setting the DIP switch 4 to OFF enables a broadcast to initiate and pressing the key again terminates the broadcast. (Lock mode) (Default: ON)

12.7. Maintenance Mode

(RM-300MF: Switch 1 operation)

Not used. Always set the DIP switch 1 located on the RM-300MF's bottom surface to the OFF position. (Default: OFF)

Note

If this switch is set to ON, the unit is placed in the maintenance mode and the RM-300MF's front-mounted Communication Failure indicator lights green, causing the unit not to work.

Wall mount bracket unit for the RM-300MF ................................. 1 (supplied with the RM-300MF)

Tapping screw 4 x 25 (for

wooden

wall mounting) ...................... 2 (supplied with the RM-300MF)

13. INSTALLATION

13.1. Installing the RM-300MF on a Wall

To mount the RM-300MF on the wall, the following parts are required.

• Install the unit only in a location that can structurally support the weight of the unit and the mounting bracket. Doing otherwise may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage.

• Be sure to install the bracket on the wall using 2 screws.

WARNING

Step 1. Install the wall mount bracket unit supplied with the RM-300MF on the wall.

Install the unit on the wall using 2 screws. The RM-300MF comes with 2 tapping screws (4 x 25) for direct wall mounting. However, if these supplied screws are not appropriate for the mounting, prepare appropriate ones separately.

[Installation]

100

Unit: mm

83.5

Wall mount bracket unit (supplied with the RM-300MF)

215

RM-300MF

107.6

ø4.5

ø60

Use 2 mounting holes indicated by arrows to secure the bracket unit.

Wall mount bracket unit for the RM-300MF

Wall mount bracket unit's center line

3-4.5 x 6.5

9.7 RM-300MF's center line

Step 2. Connect the link cable to the screw terminal block.

For cable connection, refer to "RM-300MF connection" on page 114.

Note

Put the link cable inside the Bracket A after connection completion. Do not allow the link cable to protrude. The cable may be damaged if it protrudes when the bracket unit is installed onto the wall.

Step 3. Plug the RM-300MF's connection cable into the connector port on the wall mount bracket unit.

Step 4. Attach the RM-300MF unit to the wall mount bracket unit.

Bracket A

Link cable

Bracket B

Wall mount bracket unit (supplied with the RM-300MF)

RM-300MF

Connection cable

Wall mount bracket unit (supplied with the RM-300MF)

Note

When attaching the RM-300MF unit, check that the extension connector is not pinched.

[When the RM-300MF is installed in a wall box]

When the RM-300MF is installed in a wall box (prepare separately), the box should measure at least 300 mm wide x 315 mm high as illustrated below.

50 min.

315 min.

50 min.

300 min.

50 min.

Effective depth: 100 min.

Mounting base surface

Rear surface of the front door

Inside dimension of the box Unit: mm

Step 1. Install the wall mount bracket unit supplied with the RM-300MF on the wall. (Refer to pages 94 and

95, Steps 1 and 2.)

Step 2. Place the RM-320F’s bracket so that it fits in the RM-300MF’s bracket as shown below. Then, fix the

RM-320F’s bracket to the wall with the supplied 2 tapping screws.

[Positional dimensions of the RM-300MF and RM-320F]

Wall mount bracket for the RM-320F ........................................... 1 (supplied with the RM-320F)

Tapping screw 4 x 25 (for direct wall mounting) .......................... 2 (supplied with the RM-320F)

13.2. Installing the RM-320F on a Wall

To mount the RM-320F on the wall, the following parts are required.

Wall mount bracket for the RM-320F

Slide the RM-320F’s bracket to link at this joint.

Wall mount bracket unit

for the RM-300MF

(secured to the wall)

Align both bracket edges.

200

[RM-300MF] [RM-320F]

100

176

100 76 100 76 10097.2

Use 2 mounting holes indicated by arrows to secure the bracket.

176

[RM-320F]

176

107.6

215

Center line of

the bracket unit

ø60

9.7

141.2

83.5

Center line of the RM-300MF

176197.2

176

Step 3. Attach the RM-300MF to its wall mount bracket unit. (Refer to page 95, Steps 3 and 4.)

Step 4. Connect the RM-320F’s cable to the extension connector on the RM-300MF’s side.

Step 5. Install the RM-320F to its wall mount bracket sliding it in close contact with the RM-300MF as shown

below.

Connect to the extension connector on the RM-300MF’s side.

[RM-300MF]

[RM-320F]

Slide in close contact with

the RM-300MF.

Wall mount bracket for the RM-320F

WB-RM200 Wall Mounting Bracket for the RM-210.................... 1 (option)

Machine screw M3.5 x 20 (for an electrical box mounting) ......... 2 (supplied with the WB-RM200)

Tapping screw 4 x 25 (for direct wall mounting).......................... 2 (supplied with the WB-RM200)

• Install the RM-200M only in a location that can structurally support the weight of the unit and the WB-RM200 bracket. Doing otherwise may result in the unit falling down and causing personal injury and/or property damage.

• Use 2 or more screws to fix the WBRM200 to the wall.

WARNING

[Positional dimensions of the WB-RM200]

13.3. Installing the RM-200M on a Wall

To mount the RM-200M on the wall, the following parts are required.

Step 1. Install the optional WB-RM200 bracket on the

wall. Pull out the link cable through the bracket’s notch. As 2 types of supplied screws are available for electrical box mounting and direct wall mounting, use appropriate ones for mounting method.

Step 2. Hook the RM-200M’s bottom onto the WM-RM200.

Step 3. Connect the link cable to the RM-200M’s link connector.

60.883.5

220.3

Unit: mm

Mounting holes for an electrical box

RM-200M

Use 4 mounting holes indicated by arrows to secure the WB-RM200 to the wall

WB-RM200 (option)

LINK

RM-200M

Link cable

Notch

WB-RM200 Wall Mounting Bracket (option)

100

[Positional dimensions of the WB-RM200s]

13.4. Installing the RM-210 on a Wall

Step 1. Install the RM-200M on the wall. (Refer to "Installing the RM-200M on a Wall" on page 99.)

Step 2. Install the WB-RM200 used for the RM-210 mounting on the wall.

Step 3. Connect the extension cable supplied with the RM-210 between both extension connectors on the

RM-200M’s side and the RM-210’s side.

Step 4. Hook the RM-210’s bottom onto the WB-RM200.

Extension cable (supplied with the RM-210)

RM-210

RM-200M

WB-RM200

(option)

RM-200M RM-210 RM-210

60.883.5

220.3

WB-RM200

(option)

WB-RM200 Wall Mounting Bracket (option)

WB-RM200 (when one RM-210 is added as required)

71.5 6

123

111

Unit: mm

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