
BLK-3-EWP
BLK-3-EWP
Line Status Strobe
Light Kit with EWP
September 28, 2012
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Ideal for Use with Two-Button Emergency Phones!
The BLK-3-EWP provides high visibility indication of analog line status
through a high powered one million candle power strobe light. The BLK-
3-EWP is the ideal solution for the hearing impaired and can be used
equally well in loud warehouses or factories, where ringing phones can not
be heard. Alternatively, the BLK-3-EWP can be used to add emergency
notification to pre-existing emergency phones by turning on the strobe
light when the emergency phone is in use.
The included LDB-3 control module has a disable input which is ideal for two-button emergency phones, such as
Viking’s E-1600-20A, allowing “Info” button calls to be placed without activating the relay (turning on the emergency
strobe light, camera, etc.) Three DIP switches are provided for turning ring detection on or off, off-hook/loop detection on or off and for selecting a ring cadence mode which allows the relay to follow ringing or to remain activated
during the off time of standard ring cadence.
The control module can be installed on any standard telephone line or analog PABX/KSU station. The 1 million candle power strobe can be interfaced to flash on ringing, off-hook or a combination of ringing and off-hook (line in-use).
The LDB-3 ring/loop detect control module is also available separately, see DOD# 409 for more information.
The BLK-3-EWP is equipped with Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) for outdoor installations where the unit is
exposed to precipitation or condensation. EWP products feature foam rubber gaskets and boots, sealed connections, gel-filled butt connectors, as well as urethane or thermal plastic potted circuit boards with internally sealed,
field-adjustable trim pots and DIP switches for easy on-site programming. For more information, see DOD# 859.
The kit includes: (1) LDB-3 control module, (1) blue strobe light, (1) 12V DC power adapter, (13) gel-filled butt connectors and (1) single gang weatherproof mounting box with gaskets and hardware.
• LDB-3 control module comes with Enhanced Weather
Protection (EWP), EWP products are designed to meet IP66
Ingress Protection Rating, see DOD# 859
• Durable polycarbonate lens
• Long life 1 million candle power blue strobe light
• Flush mount or surface mount with weatherproof
single gang box (included)
• 3/4” knockouts for connecting conduit, etc.
• Strobe and control module may be installed separately
• Can be configured to signal: ringing, off-hook, or a
combination of both ringing and off-hook (line in-use)
• One set of (NO) normally open and (NC) normally
closed relay contacts provided
• Selectable ring cadence mode (strobe light will remain
flashing between rings)
• Switched 12V DC output (follows relay activation for
powering strobe lights, cameras, etc.)
• On/off switches for ring detection and off-hook/loop detection
• Disable input, ideal for use with two-button emergency phones
like Viking’s E-1600-20A (DOD# 215), will not activate strobe
light on “Info” calls
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Power: 120V AC to 12V DC adapter provided
Strobe Dimensions: 111mm diameter x 69mm (4.38" x 2.75")
Control Module Dimensions: 74mm x 53mm x 25mm (2.9" x
2.1" x 1.0”)
Shipping Weight: 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
Operating Temperature: -26° to 54°C (-15° to 130° F)
Relay Contact Rating: .5A @ 125V AC/1A @ 30V DC
Minimum Loop Current: 15 mA
Minimum Ring Voltage: 25V RMS
Strobe Output: 1 million candle power @ 1 second flash rate
Ringer Equivalence: 0.5 A REN
Disable/Info Switch Input: 50mA/80mW maximum
Mounting: Fasten to wall, post, etc. with complete surface
mounting hardware included
Connections: Color coded wires with gel-filled butt connectors
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Provide Strobe Light
Indication of Line Status
• Ringing Phone or TTY indication for the hearing impaired
• Ringing phone indication in loud warehouses and factories
• Emergency illumination for emergency phones in elevators,
campuses, hallways, parking ramps, etc.
• Alarm indication for security systems or alarm panels with
phone dialers

A. Installing the Strobe Light Using the Included Weatherproof Box
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Connectors (included)
Note: Polarity Sensitive!
(-) Black with
White stripe
120V AC
(+) Red with
Black stripe
(+) Black
(-) Black with
White stripe
Red
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Orange
Purple
Yellow
Blue
Blue
Gray
Brown
Green w/ Yellow Stripe
Red w/ Yellow Stripe
Switched 12VDC Output
(Strobe Light Power)
Relay Contacts
Disable/Info Switch Input
To Terminal Device/Phone
To C.O. Line or Analog
PABX/KSU Station
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LDB-3 Control Module
Back view of weatherproof
single gang box (included)
IMPORTANT: Electronic devices are susceptible to lightning and power station electrical surges from both the AC outlet and the telephone
line. It is recommended that a surge protector be installed to protect against such surges.
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Side View of the
Strobe Light (included)
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butt connectors are
designed for insulation displacement.
Do not strip wires
prior to terminating.
* Note: The gel-filled (water tight) butt connectors are designed
for insulation displacement. Do not strip wires prior to terminating.
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IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH A VIKING PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT: VIKING TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT (715) 386-8666
Our Technical Support Department is available for assistance weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. central time. So that we can give you better service, before you call please:
1. Know the model number, the serial number and what software version you have (see serial label).
2. Have your Technical Practice in front of you.
3. It is best if you are on site.
RETURNING PRODUCT FOR REPAIR
The following procedure is for equipment that needs repair:
1. Customer must contact Viking's Technical Support Department at 715-386-8666 to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number. The customer MUST have a complete description of the problem, with all
pertinent information regarding the defect, such as options set, conditions, symptoms, methods to duplicate problem, frequency of failure, etc.
2. Packing: Return equipment in original box or in proper packing so that damage will not occur while in transit. Static sensitive equipment such as a circuit board should be in an anti-static bag, sandwiched
between foam and individually boxed. All equipment should be wrapped to avoid packing material lodging in or sticking to the equipment. Include ALL parts of the equipment. C.O.D. or freight collect
shipments cannot be accepted. Ship cartons prepaid to: Viking Electronics, 1531 Industrial Street, Hudson, WI 54016
3. Return shipping address: Be sure to include your return shipping address inside the box. We cannot ship to a P.O. Box.
4. RA number on carton: In large printing, write the R.A. number on the outside of each carton being returned.
RETURNING PRODUCT FOR EXCHANGE
The following procedure is for equipment that has failed out-of-box (within 10 days of purchase):
1. Customer must contact Viking’s Technical Support at 715-386-8666 to determine possible causes for the problem. The customer MUST be able to step through recommended tests for diagnosis.
2. If the Technical Support Product Specialist determines that the equipment is defective based on the customer's input and troubleshooting, a Return Authorization (R.A.) number will be issued.
This number is valid for fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of issue.
3. After obtaining the R.A. number, return the approved equipment to your distributor, referencing the R.A. number. Your distributor will then replace the product over the counter at no charge. The
distributor will then return the product to Viking using the same R.A. number.
4. The distributor will NOT exchange this product without first obtaining the R.A. number from you. If you haven't followed the steps listed in 1, 2 and 3, be aware that you will have to pay a
restocking charge.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Viking warrants its products to be free from defects in the workmanship or materials, under normal use and service, for a period of one year from the date of purchase from any authorized Viking distributor or 18 months from the date manufactured, which ever is greater. If at any time during the warranty period, the product is deemed defective or malfunctions, return the product to Viking Electronics, Inc., 1531 Industrial Street, Hudson, WI., 54016. Customer must contact Viking's
Technical Support Department at 715-386-8666 to obtain a Return Authorization (R.A.) number.
This warranty does not cover any damage to the product due to lightning, over voltage, under voltage, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or any damage caused by use of the product by the purchaser or others. This warranty does not cover
non-EWP products that have been exposed to wet or corrosive environments.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES
. VIKING MAKES NO WARRANTIES RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS OTHER THAN AS DESCRIBED ABOVE AND DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT-
NESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. VIKING SHALL NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY, FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAM-
AGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD HEREUNDER.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. WHETHER IN AN ACTION BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY) OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, ANY LIABILITY OF VIKING SHALL
BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, OR AT VIKING'S OPTION, REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE AS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND ANY LIABILITY OF VIKING SHALL BE SO LIMITED.
IT IS EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT EACH AND EVERY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT WHICH PROVIDES FOR DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES, EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY, ARE SEVERABLE FROM ANY OTHER PROVISION AND EACH PROVISION IS A SEPARABLE AND INDEPENDENT ELEMENT OF RISK ALLOCATION AND IS INTENDED TO BE ENFORCED
AS SUCH.
** Important: First fully tighten the
nipple into the faceplate. Next add
the (2) nylon spacers, then fasten
the strobe mounting ring.
*** Note: For outdoor applications,
orient the blue strobe light with the
screws at the top and bottom. Use a
bead of silicone to fill any gaps or
spaces to prevent water from entering the strobe light.
Preparing the Power Supply
Step 1. Cut off the barrel connector.
Step 2. Seperate wires
Step 3. Connect 12V adapter wires to power
supply wires on LDB-3 Control Module
using supplied Butt Connectors and
then plug in power supply
Step 1. Step 2. Step 3.
Connect power supply
wires to LDB-3 module
power supply wires
(+) Black
IMPORTANT: Do NOT plug in the
adapter until after Step 3 is completed.
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White Stripe
*** Blue Strobe
Light
(2) 10-32 x 3/8" self
tapping screws
Foam
Gasket
Strobe
Mounting Ring
** Nipple
1/2" x close
(2) 7/8" Nylon
spacers
(2) 6-32 x 3/4" screws
1/2" Close Nipple
Faceplate
Connectors (included)
Foam
Gasket
* Gel-Filled Butt
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Black
LDB-3
Control Module
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Black
Weatherproof
(2) Knockout
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