visiplex VS4810 User Manual And Installation Manual

VS4810

Wireless Alphanumeric, Time & Voice Controller

User's Manual / Installation Guide

Version 1.10

Visiplex, Inc. 2016

VS4810

Wireless Time & Voice Controller

The product described in this manual includes copyrighted Visiplex computer programs stored in semiconductor memories and computer files. As such, these programs may not be copied or reproduced in any manner without the express written permission of Visiplex, Inc.

Disclaimer

The information within this document h as been carefully checked and is assumed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Visiplex, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to any of the products herein to improve reliability , functionality or design.

Notice to User Regarding Radio Frequency Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

About This Manual

This VS4810 User’s Manual / Installation Guide describes the installation and setup procedures of the VS4810 for wireless alphanumeric, time and voice messaging. It also provides instructions for transmitter antenna installation.

It is imperative the manual is followed in the order it is presented to prevent damage to the equipment, as well as insuring proper system functionality.

The manual provides instructions for mounting preparation, determining system location and spacing in regard to antennas and other equipment. Information is also provided for verification of reception and transmission quality and troubleshooting of problems that may arise during installation or operation.

Table of Contents

Product Information

1.1 Introduction 5

1.2 Standard Features 6

1.3 Optional Features 6

1.4 Package Contents 6

1.5 Key Navigation 6

1.6 Pre-Installation Test 7

Installation

2.1 Site Inspection and System Location 8

2.2 Magnetic Mount Antenna (VS638) Installation 8

2.3 Base Station Outdoor Antenna Kit (VS654) Installation 8

2.4 VS4810 Encoder and External Transmitter Installation 8

System Information

3.1 Send Message Menu

3.2 View Last Message Menu 10

3.3 List Device Details Menu 10

3.4 Administration Menu 10

3.4.1 Edit Device Details Menu 11

3.4.2 Pre-Programmed Messages Menu 12

3.4.2.1 Alarm Messages Menu 12

3.4.2.2 PABX Messages Menu 13

3.4.2.3 FastPage Messages Menu 13

3.4.2.4 FreeText Menu 14

3.4.2.5 Wireless Devices Menu 14

3.4.2.6 Schedule Paging Menu 15

3.4.2.7 Light Control Menu 16

3.4.2.8 Voice Messages Menu 16

3.4.3 Paging Setup Menu 17

3.4.3.1 Reset Database Menu 17

3.4.3.2 Time/Date Setup Menu 17

3.4.3.3 System Setup Menu 18

3.4.3.4 TX Coverage Test Menu 19

3.4.3.5 Wireless Setup Menu 19

3.4.3.6 Operation Modes Menu 20

3.4.3.7 System Status Menu 21

3.4.3.8 Transmitter Setup Menu 21

3.4.4 Intercom Setup Menu 22

3.4.4.1 Register Intercom/Call Stations 22

3.4.4.2 List Active Intercom/Call Stations 22

3.4.4.3 Test Intercom/Call Stations 22

3.4.4.4 Intercom Parameters Setup 22

3.4.5 FM Radio Programming Menu 22

3.5 Accessing Wireless Receivers via Telephone 23

3.5.1 Accessing Standard Devices 23

3.5.2 Accessing Wireless Receivers 23

3.6 Accessing Wireless Receivers via Microphone

3.7 Accessing Wireless Receivers from the Keyboard 24

3.8 Initiating and Answering Intercom Calls 25

3.9 Background Music (FM Radio) Setup on Wireless Amplifiers 26

Software

4.1 VPS 27

4.1.1 Connections 27

4.1.2 Software Installation 27

4.1.3 Software Configuration 27

4.1.4 Setting Date and Time from PC 28

4.1.5 Weekly Tone & Bell Schedule 28

4.1.6 Calendar Tone & Bell Schedule 30

4.1.7 Scheduled Paging Activation 35

4.1.8 System Devices Database Programmer 37

4.2 TimeSync 37

4.2.1 Connections 38

4.2.2 Software Installation 38

4.2.3 Software Configuration 38

4.2.4 Setting the PC Clock from the VS4810 Time 39

4.2.5 Setting the VS4810 Clock from the PC Time 39

Appendices

5.1 Appendix A – Installation Diagrams 41

5.2 Appendix B – Connections, Wiring and Pin Out 43

General Information

6.1 Specifications 45

6.2 Warranty 46

Product Information

1.1 Introduction

The VS4810 offers the latest and most innovative way to incorporate wireless paging, voice and tone messaging, and PC clock synchronized time throughou t your facility, providing you with the benefits of improved productivity and reduced maintenance costs.

The VS4810 wireless controller is a sophisticated alphanumeric, voice and tone, and time synchronization management system. It can send alphanumer ic messages to pagers and LED displays, initiate live or pre-recorded voice messages, run a schedule of bells/alerts and synchronize wire les s clo cks to on e accurate atomic time Additional features of the VS4810 include an optional PBX interface, optional hand held microphone and optional serial communication interfaces.

The VS4810 is a powerful microprocessor-based desktop wireless system capable of addressing up to 1000 receivers. It consists of a fully featured encoder with 8-line by 40-character LCD display and an alphanumeric keyboard.

ranging from 8 to 300 watts. An internal 8 watt transmitter can be installed at the factory and larger transmitters are available as separate items.

The VS4810 uses the PC clock as a time source for wireless analog clocks, wireless digital clocks and wireless alphanumeric displays. The VS4810 can also be used to synchronize older wired clocks using a special wireless receiver.

The VS4810 is compatible with the Visiplex series of digital transmitters

1.2 Standard Features

 Generate alerts to alphanumeric and numeric devices, voice or tone devices, and wireless clocks  User configurable 1000 devices database  24 dry contact closures  RS232 serial port for serial communication  Built-in high-precision Real-Time clock  Capable of synchronizing its internal clock from a PC clock or GPS (requires external GPS receiver)  Synchronize both analog and digital wireless clocks  User configurable Master Clock synchronization time  External transmitter port  Graphic backlit LCD display  Alphanumeric keyboard  Built-in memory backup

1.3 Optional Features

 Telephone line interface (RJ-11) for remote status change of system mode and live voice alerts  Hand held microphone for live voice alerts  Additional serial ports for extended serial communication  Built-in scheduled tone activation for wireless receivers  High power external digital transmitters (25 to 300 watt)  Automated activation of wireless voice devices from exter nal audio source  Alarm module expansion for monitoring additional dry-contact closures  900MHz or UHF Wireless receiver for monitoring 900MHz or UHF wireless push buttons and transmitters

1.4 Package Contents

The following items are included with the VS4810:

 VS4810 Wireless Alphanumeric, Voice and Atomic time Controller  Power adaptor  Manual  USB cable (Note: RS232 null-modem communication cable supplied prior to 04/01/2014)

1.5 Key Navigation

The following keys also function in system menus as detailed below:

Enter / TAB Select / Move to next field SHIFT+TAB Move to previous field ESC Return to previous menu / Cancel changes ,  PgDn, PgUp Scroll displayed information

Scroll through available field options

1.6 Pre-Installation Test

It is recommended to test the VS4810 and the entire system prior to installation in order to verify proper operation and get familiar with the unit operation.

Follow these steps to perform a pre-installation test:

1. If your system is equipped with an i nternal transmitter, connect the BNC antenna cable to the RF-OUT terminal at the back of the VS4810. If your system uses an external transmitter, connect the transmitter data cable between the VS101-XX transmitter and the DATA I/O port at the back of the VS4810. Connect the antenna to the external transmitter’s RF-OUT terminal.

2. Connect the provided power supply to the POWER jack at the back of the VS4810 and turn the power switch to ON position. The main menu should be displayed. If you are using an external transmitter make sure it is powered on.

3. Press 4 for the Administration Menu and enter the default password (PASSWORD). The menu top li ne should display Administration Menu.

4. Press 1 for Edit Device Details. Program a new device (see details on page 11).

5. Press ESC twice to return to the main menu.

6. Press 1 to send an alert to a selected device (see details on page 10).

7. Verify that the selected device received the alert sent by the VS4810.

Installation

2.1 Site Inspection and System Location

Consider the following requirements when planning system installation and choosing a location for the VS4810 and other system components:

1. Choose a location that is easily accessible in case you need to perform maintenance on the antenna.

2. The transmitting antenna should b e located as close as po ssible to the center of the site and should not be surro unded by large metal objects that may block the RF s ignal and decrease the coverage range of the system.

3. The transmitting antenna may be mounted vertically upward, NEVER horizontally.

4. Magnetic Mount antenna (such as VS638) should be attached to a large metal object (like an air duct, metal shelf or cabinet) to provide it with a proper grounding. It may be mounted vertically upward or downward.

5. Base Station antenna (such as included with VS654 kit) should be secured to a well-grounded metal structure or to a pole on the roof. Locate a path for running the coax cable between the antenna and the transmitter such as a riser ( if there is no existing path, create one). Place the external transmitter in a location that is as close as possible to the roof such as in the penthouse. Keep the distance between the antenna and the transmitter as short as possible to minimize RF power loss.

2.2 Magnetic Mount Antenna (VS638) Installation

1. Secure the antenna to an adequate grounding surface, HVAC duct or metal “I” beam. The antenna should be mounted vertically upward or downward, NEVER horizontally.

2. Choo se a mounting location that will provide an adequate grounding surface and free space fo r RF radiation. If the antenna is mounted too close to metal or closed heavy concrete walls room, a high VSWR may occur which in the long term may cause damage to the transmitter.

3. The optional wall-mount “L” bracket allows mounting the magnetic antenna on the side of a building or other structure, providing the roof’s overhang is not excessive.

Note: The antenna should be located as far from the VS4810 and transm itter as the coax ca ble allows.

2.3 Base Station Outdoor Antenna Kit (VS654) Installation

1. To achieve maximum performa nce for your outdoor antenna choose a loca tion that is unobs tructed by trees, branches , powerlines, etc. Never mount the antenna where there is a signal-reflecting surface such as metal, power lines, mirrored glass, etc.

2. Choose a location that is easily accessible in case you need to perform maintenance on the antenna.

3. For optimal performance, make sure the ante nna is installed at an elevation that will provide suff icient clearance to allow your antenna to radiate without interference.

4. It is recommended to mount the antenna where the path of the antenna cable is straight and as close as possible to the system transmitter. Do not coil up 100 feet of coaxial cable when only 20 feet of cable is required. Use a RG-8U coax cable that is specified as Low Loss to minimize power loss.

5. The antenna may be mounted vertically upward, NEVER horizontally.

6. Install the grounding kit provided with the VS654 antenna kit.

Note: The antenna should be located as far from the VS4810 and transm itter as the coax ca ble allows.

2.4 VS4810 Encoder and External Transmitter Installation

Install a UPS power backup to protect the system from power outages and surges. If you are using an external transmitter, place the VS4810 next to it and use the data cable provided to connect VS4810 and the external transmitt er. If requi red, the VS4810 c an be placed up to 200’ feet from the external transmitter assuming the proper data cable is used.

Once the transmitter and antenna are placed properly, connect them to the VS4810 and the transmitter as follows:

1. If an external transmitter is used, connect the antenna to the RF-OUT terminal at the back of the external transmitter. Conn ect the transmitter data cable between the VS101-XX transmit ter and the DATA I/O port at the bac k of the VS4810. Otherwise, connect the antenna to the RF-OUT terminal at the back of the VS4810.

3. Press 4 for the Administration Menu and enter the default password (PASSWORD). The menu top line should dis play Administration Menu.

4. Press 1 for Edit Device Details. Program a new device (see details on page 11).

5. Press ESC twice to return to the main menu.

6. Press 1 to send an alert to a selected device (see details on page 10).

7. Verify that the selected device received the alert sent by the VS4810.

Note: Do not place the VS4810 on top of the external t ransmitter as RF fe edback may cause syste m malfunction.

System Information

Main Menu

The Main Menu screen shown below is displayed after the VS4810 is turned on.

MAIN MENU 14:35

1. SEND MESSAGE

2. VIEW LAST MESSAGES

3. LIST DEVICE DETAILS

4. ADMINISTRATION

ENTER YOUR SELECTIONS:

The Main Menu provides access to the following available functions and sub-menus:

1. Send Message

2. View Last Messages

3. List Device Details

4. Administration

To access a specific sub-menu, press the digit key representing it.

3.1 Send Message Menu

From the Main Menu, select 1. Following are the field’s description:

Device ID Enter 3 digit ID of the device to be accessed (001-999). Name

Type

PA Volume

Message

The VS4810 supports 999 devices that are accessible by entering the device number on the above menu. The device number is a 3 digits number between 001 and 999 that uniquely represents each device. Devices 001 to 899 are devices that allow access to individual devices while devices 901 to 999 are pre-programmed as sequential group devices. Each of the devices in the 901-999 range represents groups 01-99 respectively (for example, device 905 represents group 5). Group devices allow easy sequential access to multiple devices that are members of the group.

Press the ESC key to return to the Main Menu.

3.2 View Last Messages Menu

From the Main Menu, select 2. Use this option to display the recent messages sent to devices. Use the ,  keys to scroll through the displayed messages. Press the ESC key to return to the Main Menu.

3.3 List Device Details Menu

From the Main Menu, select 3. Use this option to display a list of the devices programmed in to the VS4810. The list will include the device number, device

name, device capcode and device type.

This field is populated automatically with th e name or description of the device as programmed by the administrator. This field is populated automatically with the type of the device as programmed by the administrator. Use F1 to F4 to select the volume of the audio alert (for Wireless Speaker devices only). Note: The volume has to be selected before the Device ID is entered. Enter an alphanumeric message or command to activate speakers or strobe lights controlled by a wireless receiver. Press the Enter key to send the message or press ESC to cancel the operation. Note: that for numeric devices, only the numeric characters are allowed.

This option can be useful when the operator is not the system admini strator by providing information about the system devices.

Use the ,  keys to scroll through the displayed devices. Press the ESC key to return to the Main Menu.

3.4 Administration Menu

From the Main Menu, select 4. Enter the default password, PASSWORD, fo llowed by the Enter key . The Administration Menu will be displayed.

ADMINISTRATION MENU

1. EDIT DEVICE DETAILS

2. PRE-PROGRAMMED MESSAGES MENU

3. PAGING SETUP MENU

4. INTERCOM SETUP MENU

5. FM RADIO PROGRAMMING

ENTER YOUR SELECTIONS:

The Administration Menu provides access to the following available sub-menus:

1. Edit Device Details

2. Pre-Programmed Messages Menu

3. Paging Setup Menu

4. Intercom Setup Menu

5. FM Radio Programming Menu

To access a specific sub-menu, press the digit key representing it.

3.4.1 Edit Device Details Menu

From the Administration Menu, select 1. Following are the fields description:

Enter 3 digit ID of the programmed device (001-899).

Device ID

Name Enter the name or description of the programmed device. Code

Phone

Type

Baud

Mode

Groups

If the device already exists, its details will be displayed for editing or deleting. Group devices (01-99) are represented and accessed by paging to devices 901-999. Press F1 to edit the device details or F2 to delete th e device.

Enter the capcode of the programmed device. For Voice pagers, enter “ 0” followed by Tone A and Tone B (for example, “0110111”). Enter the phone number (not including area code) to dial out for messaging using external Widearea services. If area code is required, enter it in the DSC field . Select the type of the programmed device. Alphanumeric Pager Numeric Pager Tone Only Pager Voice Pager Wireless Speaker Widearea Pager (Note: Optional modem is required) Portable Radio Phone LED Display Intercom Station Select the baud rate of the programmed device.

– 512 bps

1 – 1200 bps 2 – 2400 bps

Select the mode of the programmed device.

0 – Mode 0 1 – Mode 1 2

– Mode 2 3 – Mode 3 If required, the device can be programmed as a member of a sequential group. If it is a member, it will receive a message when a message is sen t to the group device. Enter up to 4 membership groups. Each group is represented by a 2 digits number from 01 to

99.

Additional device parameters:

1. For Widearea service pagers, it contains the 3-digit area code.

2. For Intercom devices, this field allows override of the Full-Duplex, Auto answer and

Incoming Alert Tone settings programmed in to the V NS22xx (applicab le to VS481 0 version

1.08 and VNS22xxversion 4.06 or later):

DSC Value

DSC (Device Special Command)

Note: Underlined values indicate default values.

Enter a 3 digit device number to edit or preview and follow the instructions on the screen. When the cursor is in the DSC field, press the Enter key. Press the F2 key to save your changes or press ESC to cancel the operation.

Press the ESC key to return to the Main Menu or repeat the procedure to add or edit additional devices.

0 1 X - -

2 - X 3 X X X 4 - - 5 X - 6 - X 7 X X -

Full Duplex / Hand

Free

Default VNS22xx

Settings

Auto Answer

Default VNS22xx

Settings

Incoming Call Alert

Tone

Default VNS22xx

Settings

3.4.2 Pre-Programmed Messages Menu

From the Administration Menu, select 2. The Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu provides access to the following pre-programmed messages:

1 - Alarm Messages 2 - PABX Messages 3 - FastPage Messages 4 - FreeText Messages 5 - Wireless Devices 6 - Schedule Paging 7 - Light Control 8 - Voice Messages

To access a specific function, press the digit key representing it.

3.4.2.1 Alarm Messages Menu

Alarm messages provide support for automated messaging when any of the provided 24 dry-contact closures is closed. A dry-contact is closed when pin 1 is shorted with any of the other pins on the Alarm Inputs port (see Alarm Point Pin Out Diagram for more details).

From the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu, select 1. Use the ,  keys to select the alarm message to prev iew or edit. Press F1 to edit the selected alarm message . The cursor will be p laced on the Send to Device field. Following are th e fields

description:

Send to Device

Cancel Page

Message

Input Delay

Enter the number of the device that should receive the message when the selected alarm contact is triggered. Determines if a cancel message should be sent to the assigned device when the alarm is canceled. Enter Y to activate cancel message, N Determines the message that should be sent to the assigned device when the selected alarm is triggered Determines if a message should be sent immediately whe n the alarm is triggered or only if it was triggered for a period of time longer than Input Delay. Enter a number from 000

to 240 seconds.

to deactivate cancel message.

Determines when the alarm monitoring is active. The system will send a message to the designated device only if the alarm is trig gered during the monitored time. Enter a number from 0

to 9. 0 - Always Active 1 - Daily, 6PM-8AM 2 - Weekdays Only, 6PM-8AM 3 - Daily, 8PM-6AM

Activity Plan

Repeats

Cancel Message Note: Underlined values indicate default values.

When the cursor is in the Cancel Message field, press the Enter key. Press the F2 ke y to save your chang es or press ESC to cancel the operation.

Press the ESC key to return to the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu or repeat the procedure to add or edit additional messages.

Note: The VS4810 supports 24 Alarm messages.

4 - Daily, 10PM-6AM 5 - Daily, 10PM-5AM 6 - Daily, 6AM-10PM 7 - Weekdays Only, 6AM-10PM 8 - Daily, 8AM-6PM 9 - Weekdays Only, 8AM-6PM Note: The execution of the activity plan is dependent on the time stored the VS4810 internal clock. This clock should be kept accurate by receiving ti me updates from a GPS receiver or from a PC connected to the VS4810 via a serial port. Determines if the message should b e repeated as long as the alarm is ON, and the maximum number of repeat messages. The message will be repeated every minute. Enter a number from 00 Determines the message that should be sent to the assigned device when the selected alarm is canceled.

to 99.

3.4.2.2 PABX Messages Menu

PABX (Alpha by Phone) messages provide support for u ser initiated alphanumeric messaging by dialing in to the VS4810 and entering the device number and message using a telephone keypad. Typically, when users dial in to the VS4810, they will be able to send numeric messages only using the telephone keypad. The PABX messages allow the users to ente r a message co de, which repr esents an alp hanumeric message. I n this case, the alphanumeric message will be sent instead of the message code.

From the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu, select 2. Use the ,  keys to select the PABX message to preview or edit. Press F1 to edit the selected PABX message. The cursor will be placed on the Message field. Following are the fields

description:

Message

When the cursor is in the Message field, press the Enter key. Press the F2 key to save your changes or press ESC to cancel the operation.

Press the ESC key to return to the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu or repeat the procedure to add or edit additional messages.

Note: The VS4810 supports 99 PABX messages.

Determines the message that should be sent for the selected PABX message code. For example, if the user enters “*05”, the actual message will be the alphanumeric message programmed as PABX message 5.

3.4.2.3 FastPage Messages Menu

FastPage messages provide quick access to pre-programmed text by using the F1 to F10 keys when using the keyboard to send messages. Messages 1-10 are available by using the F1-F10 keys and messages 11-20 are available by using the ALT key with the corresponding F1 to F10 keys (for example, press ALT and F2 to access message 12).

From the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu, select 3. Use the ,  keys to select the FastPage message to preview or edit.

Press F1 to edit the sele cted FastPage message. The cursor will be pla ced on the Message field. Following are the fields description:

Message

When the cursor is in the Message field, press the Enter key. Press the F2 key to save your changes or press ESC to cancel the operation.

Press the ESC key to return to the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu or repeat the procedure to add or edit additional messages.

Note: The VS4810 supports 20 FastPage messages.

Determines the message that should b e sent for the selected f unction key. For examp le, if the user presses “F5”, the actual message will be the alphanumeric message programmed as FastPage message 5.

3.4.2.4 FreeText Messages Menu

FreeText messages provide support for detecting keywords in data received by the serial port. If the keyword is found, the VS4810 can send a message to the assigned device.

From the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu, select 4. Use the ,  keys to select the FreeText message to preview or edit. Press F1 to edit the selected FreeText message. Th e cursor will be placed on the Send to Device field. Following are the

fields description:

Send to Device

Replace Text

Keytext

Newtext

When the cursor is in the Keytext field, press the Enter key. Press the F2 key to save your changes or press ESC to cancel the operation.

Press the ESC key to return to the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu or repeat the procedure to add or edit additional messages.

Note: The VS4810 supports 99 FreeText messages.

Enter the number of the device that should receive the message when th e selected key word is detected. Determines if the received text s hould be replaced with the text in the Newtext filed if the keyword is found in the received serial data. Enter Y to activate text replacement, N Determines the keyword that should be sought for in the received serial data. If the keyword is found, the whole serial data string or the text in the Newtext field will be sent to the assigned device (depending on the setting in the Replace Text field). Determines the text that should be sent to the assigned device if the keyword is found in the received serial data (requires Replace Text to be set to Y).

to deactivate text replacement.

3.4.2.5 Wireless Devices Menu

Wireless devices messages provide support for automated messaging activated by CT-1xx series or 900MHz (EN or FA series) wireless pendants or push button transmitters. Each wireless device button sends a wireless signal containing its ID. When a s ignal is received by t h e wir eles s rece iver, it is compared to the list of ID stored in the VS4810. If a match is found, the VS4810 will send a message to the assigned device with the assigned message. Notes: Wireless serial receiver (VPR-04 or 900MHz) is required to activate these messages. If multiple matches are found, the VS4810 will send a message corresponding to each match to the respective assigned device with the respective assigned message.

From the Pre-Programmed Messages Setup Menu, select 5. Use the ,  keys to select the Wireless Device message to preview or edit. To easily add a new wireless device, press the F2 key to register the new device. The REGISTER DEVICE message will

appear on the lower section of the display. Press the wireless device button to be regi stered and follow instructions on the display. Press F1 to edit th e selected wire less device message. The cursor will be placed on the Wireless Code field. Following are the field description:

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