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1. Tuesday No Time Pager_ Alert Type Active Message gg E O04 12 00 AM O00 O05 12 00 4M agi O06 12 00 AM agd No Ou 12 00 4M agh O08 12 00 4M agi 5 If the Update command is selected the Scheduled Paging Update dialog box will be displayed Below are the fields and functions description 21 Ok Update schedule file and with changes Type of tone sent to the speaker For more flexibility use 10 Freetext and enter Message Text using the GTtlv format where t is the Alert Type digit between 1 and 8 Alert Type I is the Length digit between O and 9 v is the Volume digit between 1 and 4 For example to send tone 4 with length 5 in volume 2 enter GT452 Active Determine if event is active Non active events are stored but not executed Scheduled Paging Monday 002 Update uf Ok Cancel Time E 5AM Send To Pager fios Alert Type fio Free Message Message Text aT452 W Active 22 4 1 6 Scheduled Paging Scheduled paging allows you to send tones or messages to wireless devices based on a preprogrammed weekly schedule This feature can be used as long as the VNS2500 is connected to the PC and VISIDB is running and the tones or messages are generated by the VisiDB software Follow these steps to set scheduled paging 1 Make sure the VNS2500 encoder is powered and connected to the serial port on the PC 2 Go to File Admin Login menu Enter password
2. VHF 148 174 MHz UHF 403 433 MHz 438 470 MHz 512 1200 2400 BPS POCSAG Narrow or Wide Band Voice Tone Numeric Alohanumeric 12 5 kHz or 25 kHz AC Adaptor Input 100 240VAC 50 60Hz Output 12VDC 3A UL CSA listing 322 to 1042 F 02 to 402 C 142 to 1402 F 102 to 602 C 10 65 7 5 x 1 75 x 5 0 190mm x 45mm x 127mm 2 10 Ibs 1 Year Parts and Labor VTX 8 8W Data and Tone 3 5 kHz Voice 5 0 kHz 0 0025 22 to 140 F 30 to 60 C Reference Temperature 77 F 25 C Minimum 40dB below 3 0 kHz deviation at 1000 Hz 75 dB AIERIT11 450 600Q Nominal Off Hook Line Level End to End Station Level DTMF DTMF Receive Level Dynamic Range 26 dBm minimum DTMF Receive Frequencies Tone Nominal 1 5 2 Hz 697 770 852 941 1209 1336 1477 1633 29 6 2 Warranty Unless otherwise specified at the time of original purchase all equipment is warranted as to quality and performance for one year from the date of original shipment from our factory This factory warranty covers all parts software and or labor as specified at time of purchase at our factory as well as return shipping to you the customer but does not apply to any batteries or other damage resulting from abuse of the equipment Warranty coverage excludes free replacement of cosmetic items such as clips logos etc The warranty is void if 1 There is evidence of abuse to the equipment i e corrosion u
3. Optional Base Antenna TS101 XX High Power Transmitter Data Cable DB9F DB25M VNS2500 Microphone Input RS232 PC Interface RJ 45 to DB9 RJ 11 Telephone Interface Optional Medium High Power System Installation Diagram 25 AC Voltage DC Voltage COAX Cable Data Cable A A Ja al te RF DB n J TAN DO Out 25 ne DC DC ut Power Transmitter SE Amplifier High Power System Installation Block Diagram 33 O 2 26 5 2 Appendix B Connections Wiring and Pin Out 5 2 1 External Transmitter Port Pin Out EXT TX 5 60 oS o 2 RX RS232 IN 7 RTS RS232 OUT 4 DSR RS232 OUT 5 6D SSS o 5 2 3 Power Port Pin Out POWER 1 POS CENTER oi _ 2 5 2 4 Audio Port Pin Out AUDIO pI NC _ 5 GND 12345678 ose T 4 MIC AUDIO IN 27 5 2 5 Serial Port Pin Out RS 232 5 GND 2 TX OUT 6 DSR OUT 12345678 3 RX IN 7 GND 4 N C 5 2 6 Phone Port Pin Out PHONE 28 General Information 6 1 Specifications Encoder Frequency Range Data Baud Rate Paging Format Paging Type Channel Spacing Power Approvals Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Dimensions W x H x D Weight Warranty Internal Transmitter RF Power Output Modulation Frequency Stability FM Noise Spurious amp Harmonic FCC Registration Telephone Line Input Impedance Line Type Telephone Audio
4. NOT display the actual data stored in to the VNS2500 it displays the last file that was 2 To ensure the schedule displayed is same as programmed in to the VNS2500 always press Download after opening the Tone Schedule programming screen This will download and display the active schedule from VNS2500 The schedule is downloaded and saved by default to the ToneGen TGS file Use the Save As to save the schedule under a different name Tone Schedule 07 00 AM OF 45 AM 05 00 AM 08 45 AM 04 00 Po 05 00 PM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 4M 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 10 AM a 4 5 Seconds 00 Yes m a es Yes ee if gt Default Tone Schedule file ToneGen TGS onthis ve yp computer will be overwritten es r Are You sure You want to continue and download the schedule from slot 1 7 Q None 1 Second O00 Yes 0 Mone 1 Second oo Ao 0 Mone 1 Second OU Mo Hone 1 Secnnd nw Kn File Name C Program Files VisiB4ToneGen TG5 Last Date amp Time Read from Device ednesday 02 06 08 07 42 53 AM First Class First Break Second Class Second Break i l Work Offline 3 All changes made are applied to the current active slot that represents the current active weekly schedule Make sure you select the correct slot before using the Update Download and Upload commands 4 Every time the Slot is changed the appropriate schedule is downloaded from the VNS2500 and
5. and press Ok default password is blank 3 Go to Setup Scheduled Paging menu 4 The Scheduled Paging dialog box will be displayed and the schedule file edited by the user will be retrieved from the hard drive and displayed Below are the fields and functions description Close the Tone Schedule dialog box Display a dialog box that allows updating the specific highlighted event on Update the schedule list See step 5 Week Day Display the scheduled events for the selected day of the week Copy From Copy the daily schedule on to the selected Week Day see step 6 Scheduled Paging f Close E Update Week Day Monday Copy From Tuesday No Time Pager_ Alert Type Active Message OU i Bee es Sogo AM 105 TOS a 3 15 00 AM 105 7 e O03 12 00 4M ogg 1 No g4 12 00 AM ag 1 No O05 12 00 4M og L No O06 12 00 4M og 1 No OOF 12 00 AM og 1 No 1 O08 12 00 4M agi Mo 5 If the Update command is selected the Scheduled Paging Update dialog box will be displayed Below are the fields and functions description Ok Update schedule file and with changes S Wireless device ID number to be accessed Type of tone sent to the speaker For more flexibility use 10 Freetext and enter Message Text using the GTtrv format where t is the Alert Type digit between 1 and 8 Alert Type r is the Repeat digit between 0 and 8 v is the Volume digit between 1 and 4 For example to send tone 4
6. consists of a fully featured paging encoder with an LCD display and a numeric keypad mounted in an attractively styled wall or desk mount housing gt o Wireless Siren Speakers EJ and Strobe Lights Pagers Wireless Indoor Outdoor Public Address Speakers Wireless Alphanumeric Signboards Two Way Radios Dry Contract Phone and Cellphone Alarm Inputs access for remote alert activation ad __AlertWave software I Nie og ni j AGP for Administration and Programming 1 2 Standard Features e User configurable 1000 wirelessly controlled device database e Includes desktop or hand held microphone e Activate and controls wireless Public Address speakers e Controls wireless sirens and strobe lights e Sends text messages to wireless alohanumeric displays Built in analog telephone interface for remote access and control Up to 100 user configurable device zones groups Numeric keypad and four Alpha menu keys Built in accurate Real Time clock Built in memory backup RS232 serial connection for serial communication Equipped with a 2 line by 16 character LCD display Desk or wall mountable 1 3 Optional Features e Telephone line interface RJ 11 for remote status change of system mode and parameters e High power external digital transmitters 10 to 350 watt e Built in tone generator for wireless receivers 1 4 Package Contents The following items are included with the VNS2500 e VNS2500 Wireless PA amp
7. displayed Any changes made are programmed in to the VNS2500 immediately if connected to 5 There is no need to press Upload after each change made 20 the PC Tone T O7 00 AM 07 45 AM 03 00 AM 08 45 AM 04 00 PM 05 00 PM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 12 00 AM 1 010 AM 34 5 Seconde 00 Yes e Yes Yes pe Y P Defaut Tone Schedule file ToneGen TGS on this up computer will be overwritten Wes r 1 J Are you sure you want to continue and download the schedule from slot 2 7 0 Hone 1 Second O0 Wes T Hone 1 Second p Ho al Hone 1 Second OO Ho nl Mane 1 Second nin Klin File Name C Program Files WisiD BT oneGen TGS Last Date amp Time Read from Device Wednesday 02 06 08 07 42 53 4M First Class First Break Second Class Second Break i l Work Offline If the VNS2500 is connected properly to the PC each modification made from the Tone Schedule Update screen is applied immediately when you press Ok 6 Use the Upload command to upload a schedule that was prepared while not connected to the VNS2500 or to program a schedule that was loaded using the Open command 7 It is recommended that each schedule used will be downloaded from the VNS2500 and then saved to the PC hard drive with a name that will describe it appropriately If required saved schedules can be loaded to VisiDB using the Open command and then programmed in to
8. paper first or use the optional PC software to backup the data to a computer From the Administration Menu select 8 followed by the key CLEAR ALL DATA ARE YOU SURE Press to confirm the Database Reset Press or any other key to cancel and go back to the Reset Database menu 3 2 Page To Menu The main menu shown below appears after the VNS2500 is turned on and is also used for sending a page to an alphanumeric device PAGE TO 1H es The VNS2500 supports 999 wirelessly controlled devices that are accessible by entering the device number on the above menu A 3 digits number between 001 and 999 is uniquely represents each device Device database numbers from 001 to 900 allow access to individual devices while numbers 901 to 999 provides access to groups zones of wireless devices 11 Follow these steps to send a voice tone numeric or alphanumeric message using the VNS2500 keypad 1 Program a wireless alphanumeric device in to the VNS2500 database as described in the Wireless Device Database Menu section page 9 2 Enter the device number as a 3 digit number The device number can be also entered without leading zeros but it will have to be followed by the key 3 If the selected device is Tone Vibrate digital pager the page will be sent immediately after entering the pager number 4 If the selected device is WPA speaker device the following screen will be displayed PLEASE WAIT After 3 4 s
9. the VNS2500 using the Upload command 8 The execution of the schedule programmed in to the VNS2500 is dependent on the date and time stored in its internal clock This clock MUST be kept accurate by either receiving time updates from a wireless time synchronization encoder such as the TS2800 or from a PC connected to it via a serial port 4 1 6 Scheduled Paging Scheduled paging allows you to send tones or messages to device or speaker based on a preprogrammed schedule This feature can be used as long as the VNS2500 is connected to the PC and VisiDB is running and the tones or messages are generated by the VisiDB software Follow these steps to set scheduled paging 1 Make sure the VNS2500 is powered on and connected to the serial port on the PC 2 Go to File Admin Login menu Enter password and press Ok default password is blank 3 Go to Setup Scheduled Paging menu 4 The Scheduled Paging dialog box will be displayed and the schedule file edited by the user will be retrieved from the hard drive and displayed Below are the fields and functions description Close the Tone Schedule dialog box Display a dialog box that allows updating the specific highlighted event on Update the schedule list see step 5 Week Day Display the scheduled events for the selected day of the week Copy From Copy the daily schedule on to the selected Week Day see step 6 Scheduled Paging f Close Ep Update Week Day Monday Copy From
10. 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 may be mounted vertically upward or downward NEVER horizontally 2 Choose a mounting location that will provide an adequate grounding surface and free space for RF radiation If the antenna is mounted too close to metal 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 antenna on the side of a building or other structure providing the roof s overhang Is not excessive 4 If an external transmitter is used connect the antenna to the ANTENNA terminal at the back of the external transmitter Otherwise connect the antenna to the ANTENNA terminal at the back of the VNS2500 2 3 Base Station Outdoor Antenna Kit VS654 Installation 1 To achieve maximum performance for your outdoor antenna choose a location that is unobstructed by trees branches power lines 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 antenna is installed at an elevation that will provide
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12. M 0 OT 1 0 Mone Second g Mo 0 12004M 0 TE QO None 1 Second 00 Yes 09 12004m 01 03 1 i None 1 Second O00 es 10 12 004M O01 04 0 Hone 1 Second 0g es 11 12004M 0l 05 a Mone 1 Second Oo Yes 12 12004M 01 06 1 None 1 Second 00 Yes 13 q200AM 01 UF 1 0 Mone 1 Second p No a4 200 AM O a0 i Mone 1 Second O0 Mo 15 1200A Ni m 1 F None 1 Serond nn Mn File Hame C Program Files4 Visi0 BST oneGen TGS Work Offline Last Date amp Time Read from Device ednesday 02 06 08 07 42 53 4M 7 If the Copy From command is selected the schedule will be copied from the selected day to the to the selected Week Day Tone Schedule OF00 aM oF 7a l 3 4 z seconds oo es First Class E 04AM D DF a a er shes First Break D3 O8 00AM D ALF Fes Second Class 04 O8454M 01 04 Yes Second Break 05 0400 PM 0 E 5 Are you sure you want to copy the schedule from Vas 06 OS00PM of 15 Tuesday to Monday Yes oF 1200 AM D 01 08 12 004hM 01 02 og 1 004M 01 03 10 1200A 01 O4 11 12 00AM D 4051 12 12004M 0l 06 Q None 1 Second 00 Yes 13 haa D oF 1 None 1 Second O00 No i4 12004M D Di 1 0 None 1 Second gg No 17 1200A M ni 1 i None 1 Second MN Nn fa Work Offline File Name C Program Files isi BT oneGen TGS Last Date amp Time Read from Device Wednesday 0206 08 07 42 53 AM 19 IMPORTANT NOTES 1 When the Tone Schedule programming screen is opened edited by the user It DOES
13. Mass Notification Controller e Power adaptor e Desktop Microphone e Manual e TS638 Magnetic Mount antenna for systems ordered with up to 40W transmitter 1 5 Key Navigation The following keys also function in system menus as detailed below Ea Select Acknowledge Enter Return to previous menu Escape 1 On Next o Off Previous 1 6 Pre Installation Test It is recommended to test the VNS2500 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 internal transmitter connect the BNC antenna cable to the ANTENNA jack at the back of the VNS2500 If your system uses an external transmitter connect the transmitter data cable between the TS101 XX transmitter and the J2 port at the back of the VNS2500 Connect the antenna to the external transmitter s ANTENNA BNC connector Connect the RJ 45 plug of the microphone to the MIC input at the back of the VNS2500 Connect the provided power supply to the DC jack at the back of the VNS2500 and turn the POWER switch to ON position The main menu should appear with the PAGE TO displayed on the top line If you are using an external transmitter make Sure it is powered on Press the B key for the Administration Menu and enter the default password 2500 The menu top line should display SELECT OPTION Pres
14. VNS2500 Wireless Public Address Controller User s Manual Installation Guide Version 1 26 Visiplex Inc 2009 VNS2500 Wireless PA amp Mass Notification Controller Copyright 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 has been carefully checked and is believed to be entirely 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 Copyright Visiplex Inc Vernon Hills IL 1995 2009 Notice to User Regarding Radio Frequency Interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 residential areas is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be r
15. Vibrate Pagers Select Mode and Baud Rate and press the key 1 512 bps Mode O 2 512 bps Mode 1 3 512 bps Mode 2 4 512 bps Mode 3 Device Mode 5 1200 bps Mode 0 6 1200 bps Mode 1 7 1200 bps Mode 2 8 1200 bps Mode 3 9 2400 bps Mode 1 0 2400 bps Mode 2 If the controlled device is a member in a group or zone enter the group number 1 99 and press the key Groups zones are represented and accessed by paging to devices 901 999 when group O1 Is represented as 901 group 02 as 902 and so on After the last step is completed the display will flash DATA SAVED and go back to the Pager to Edit menu Repeat the above steps for each additional wirelessly controlled device or press the key twice to return to the Main Menu 3 1 2 Time Setup Menu From the Administration Menu select 2 followed by the key The following screen will be displayed ENTER TIME 12 00 Enter the local time in 24 hours military format The display will change back to Time Setup 3 1 3 Date Setup Menu From the Administration Menu select 3 followed by the key The following screen will be displayed ENTER NEW DATE 010106 Enter the date information in MMDDYY format The display will change back to Date Setup 3 1 4 View System Pre Programmed Messages From the Administration Menu select 4 followed by the key The following screen will be displayed PPGM MESSAGE 01 Use this option to che
16. ck the information that is programmed into each of the system keypad pre programmed messages The system includes 99 pre programmed alphanumeric messages that can be accessed over the phone or from the unit keypad To scroll up use the A key and to scroll down use the B key Press the key to exit and return to the Administration Menu 3 1 5 Coverage Test Mode From the Administration Menu select 5 followed by the key COVERAGE TEST TEST PAGE 01 This option is useful when testing the system transmitter coverage area In this mode the system will send an alphanumeric page every 30 seconds The message include a count information with every page Press to cancel and go back to the Administration Menu 10 3 1 6 Baud Rate Setup From the Administration Menu select 6 BAUDRATE SETUP Use this option to set the serial port baud rate Use the 1 to 6 keys to select the required baud rate Press the key to exit and return to the Administration Menu 3 1 7 View Last Message From the Administration Menu select 7 followed by the key LAST MESSAGE Use this option to display the last message that was sent by the system Press to cancel and go back to the Administration Menu 3 1 8 Reset Database Menu NOTE This is an IRREVERSIBLE command DO NOT select this option unless you are absolutely Sure you want to clear all the devices and pre programmed messages data You may want to transcribe this information to
17. e skip to step 5 2 Using another phone dial the number of the telephone line or extension connected to the VNS2500 3 The VNS2500 will answer the call with 1 beep or the Enter Device Number prompt 4 To send a voice message enter a WPA device number as a 3 digit number for example 105 If required to send a voice message in a specific volume level enter vppp where v is the Volume digit between 1 and 4 ppp is the WPA device number 5 To send a tone enter an alphanumeric device number as a 3 digit number for example 105 6 The device number can be also entered without leading zeros but it will have to be followed by the key If the device number entered is not valid the VNS2500 will respond with the 1 beep or the Invalid Device prompt for phone access only If accessing via phone follow steps 7 8 Otherwise skip to step 9 7 The VNS2500 will respond with the 2 beeps or the Please Wait prompt and shortly after that with the Speak Message Now prompt 8 To send a voice message speak your messge 9 To send a tone enter a message using the formats below For encoders supporting up to 8 tones t is the Alert Type digit between 1 and 8 I is the Length digit between 0 and 9 v is the Volume digit between 1 and 4 13 10 14 d is the Delay optional digit between O and 9 ris the Repeat optional digit between O and 9 For example to send tone 4 with lengt
18. econds the screen will change to Using the unit microphone you can speak your message now To end the page and close the Open speaker s press the key 5 If the selected device is an Alphanumeric or a Numeric the following screen will be displayed ENTER MESSAGE For a numeric page enter a numeric message that will not exceed 16 digits The page will be sent immediately after entering the 16 character or after the is pressed To send an alphanumeric page from the numeric keypad you will need to use one of the VNS2500 pre programmed alphanumeric messages pre programmed via PC using the VisiDB software package To select a specific pre programmed message enter followed by a valid pre programmed message number 01 99 For example to use pre programmed message 12 enter 12 You can add digits to the end of the pre programmed message by entering more digits The page will be sent immediately after the is pressed Follow these steps to send a page using a telephone Page by Phone See Accessing Wireless Receivers via keypad or phone on page 13 for more detailed information 1 Program a pager in to the VNS2500 as described in the Wireless Device Database Menu section page 9 2 Connect the RJ 11 phone jack located at the back of the VNS2500 to and analog telelphone line or extension 3 Using another phone dial the number of the telephone line or extension connected to the VNS2500 4 The VNS2500 will answer the call wi
19. equired to correct the interference at their expense About This Manual This VNS2500 User Installation Manual describes how to install and setup the VNS2500 for wireless 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 1 1 Introduction 1 2 Standard Features 1 3 Optional Features 1 4 Package Contents 1 5 Key Navigation 1 6 Pre Installation Test Installation 2 1 Site Inspection and System Location 2 2 Magnetic Mount Antenna VS638 Installation 2 3 Base Station Outdoor Antenna Kit VS654 Installation 2 4 Final Installation Steps uu ul ul Ul A 0O NNN Advanced System Information 3 1 Administration Menu 9 3 1 1 Wireless Device Database 9 3 1 2 Unit Time Setup 10 3 1 3 Unit Date Setup 10 3 1 4 View Pre Programmed Messages 10 3 1 5 Coverage Test Mode 10 3 1 6 Baud Rate Setup 11 3 1 7 View Last Message 11 3 1 8 Reset Database 11 3 2 Page To Menu 11 3 2 1 Accessing Wireless Receivers via keypad or phone 13 Software 4 1 Vis
20. from the external transmitter into the AUX J 2 terminal at the back of the VNS2500 Turn on the VNS2500 Advanced System Information The main menu shown below appears after the VNS2500 is turned on and is used for accessing the Programming and Administration menus This menu can be used also for sending a voice or digital page to speakers strobe lights alohanumeric signboards sirens digital pagers etc PAGE TO dt eg From the Main Menu press the B key Enter 2500 as password The prompt Select Option will appear on the top line The Administration Menu provides access to the following available sub menus 3 1 Administration Menu Wireless Device Database Unit Time Setup Unit Date Setup View Pre Programmed Messages Coverage Test Mode Baud Rate Setup View Last Message Reset Database CONOUBWN FE To access a specific sub menu press the digit key representing it followed by the key 3 1 1 Wireless Device Database Menu From the Administration Menu select 1 followed by the key Following are the fields description Device to Edit Enter 3 digit ID of the wireless device to be edited 001 999 Device Capcode Enter 7 digit address as appears at the back of the wireless device Select the required type and press the key 1 Alphanumeric Sirens Strobe Lights pagers and Displays Device Type 2 Numeric Numeric pagers or displays 3 WPA Speaker Wireless Speakers and Horns 4 Tone
21. h 7 in volume 6 enter 9476 For encoders supporting more than 8 tones t is the Alert Type two digits number between 1 and 15 is the Length digit between O and 9 v is the Volume digit between 1 and 4 d is the Delay optional digit between O and 9 ris the Repeat optional digit between O and 9 For example to send tone 4 with length 7 in volume 6 enter 80476 To send the message press The VNS2500 will respond with 3 beeps or the Page Sent prompt for phone access only 4 1 VisiDB The optional VisiDB software allows you to program and backup the VNS2500 database and synchronize the VNS2500 date and time to a PC or network clock 4 1 1 Connections Follow these steps to connect the VNS2500 1 Connect the provided serial cable to the RS232 jack and the other end to one of the serial port on the PC Make a note of the serial port used COM1 COM2 etc 2 Install the programming software Refer to Software Installation section for more information 4 1 2 Software Installation NOTE The VisiDB software must be installed by the PC administrator or by a user with administrator privileges The VisiDB software is compatible with Windows ME XP and 2000 Locate the VisiDB software CD ROM and insert it to the CD ROM drive on the PC If the installation program doesn t start automatically within 5 seconds use Windows Explorer to browse to the CD ROM drive and then run the VisiDB_ Setup exe file Press Ne
22. he VNS2500 used Press Ok If this information is not displayed properly verify all connections and go to step 6 SS tis VisiDB d version 2 23 l serial Number 4147 9999 2421 00 All rights reserved 2007 Website w visiples com Encoder Model NS 2500 Serial Mumber 01133 NOTE To obtain further information and help for each screen press F1 to display the online help 4 1 4 Setting Date and Time from PC Setting the VNS2500 date and time from a PC allows you to keep it s internal clock synchronized with the host PC time This action can be performed manually or automaticaly as long as the VNS2500 is connected to the PC and VisiDB is running Follow these steps to set the date and time according to the date and time of the connected PC 1 Make sure the VNS2500 is powered on and connected to the serial port on the PC 2 Go to Setup Time Synchronization 3 To set the date and time select Set Date amp Time from PC Now This will sycnronize the time of the VNS2500 according the date and time on the PC 4 To set the date and time periodically select Set Time from PC Automatically This will sycnronize the time of the VNS2500 periodically according the date and time on the PC The VNS2500 internal clock will be updated with this data and it will be used as the reference date and time sent any receivers The automatic update is performed every hour 16 4 1 5 Tone Schedule Programming Follow these steps to program a sched
23. iDB Programming Software 15 4 1 1 Connections 15 4 1 2 Software Installation 15 4 1 3 Software Configuration 15 4 1 4 Setting Date and Time from PC 16 4 1 5 Tone Schedule Programming 23 4 1 6 Scheduled Paging 17 4 1 7 Wireless Device Database Programmer 24 5 1 Appendix A Installation Diagrams 25 5 2 Appendix B Connections Wiring and Pin Out 27 6 1 Specifications 29 6 2 Warranty 30 Product Information 1 1 Introduction The Visiplex VNS2500 wireless controller is designed to provide efficient wireless voice and data messaging as well as emergency mass notification Utilizing Visiplex s superior wireless communication technologies the VNS2500 can provide an effective means of audible and visual notification for virtually any facility regardless of size like college campuses commercial and industrial complexes government facilities military bases schools etc The VNS2500 system can operate as a stand alone unit or be integrated with other existing facility systems such as Fire Alarm Access Control Biological amp Chemical detection Public Address systems etc The VNS2500 system provides a cost effective wireless solution to applications ranging from simple wireless PA implementation to a fully customized network capable wireless mass notification and personnel alert system The VNS2500 is a powerful microprocessor based desktop paging system capable of addressing up to 1000 wirelessly controlled devices It
24. nusual physical damage signs of exposure to temperatures outside the range of specifications etc The equipment contains an unauthorized modification Identification numbers on the printed circuit boards or chassis have been altered or removed Evidence of the product having been exposed to or submerged in water Equipment is damaged through acts of God including but not limited to flood lightning hurricane tornado sustained high winds acts of war natural disasters etc eee Should you experience problems with any product we would suggest consulting your system or clock maintenance guide to correct any routine problems such as replacing batteries cleaning contacts checking AC voltage etc If the problem persists please call our technical support department for additional assistance remote diagnostics help etc If your product must be returned for repair our technical service department will provide you with a Returned Material Authorization RMA number and any other special instructions that will allow the repair to be handled as quickly as possible All non warranty products require a purchase order number in addition to an RMA number for repair work to be started For more information or to obtain technical assistance on any warranty or non warranty product please write call fax or email to Visiplex Inc 100 N Fairway Drive Suite 120 Vernon Hills IL 60061 Phone 847 918 0250 or 877 918 7243 Fax 84
25. o set active weekly schedule FileName ss Name of schedule file displayed Last Date amp Time Last date and time information read from the tone generator when this Read from Device dialog was opened usually used for troubleshooting Allows performing event updates to schedule file only without programming the VNS2500 usually followed by the Upload command Copy From Copy the daily schedule on to the selected Week Day see step 6 17 E Close E Update E Upload Download Open Save s iF nc Akl 02 OF 454M OT i 7 5 IR 00 Yes Fist Break 03 O8 004M Ol oO 2 3 4 5 Seconds a0 Yes Second Class 04 08 45AM Di 04 2 4 4 5 Seconds a0 Yeg Second Break 05 04 00PM O1 14 2 5 Seconds a0 Yes 06 08 00PM 01 15 2 2 Seconds a0 Yeg OF q 00AM 0l mn 0 None 1 Second O0 No 08 W2004hM oO U2 Oo None 1 Second a0 Yes 0 1200 4M 0 U3 1 Mone 1 Second og Yeg 10 12 00 M oO 04 0 Mone 1 Second OU Yes 11 12 00 46M 01 05 0 None 1 Second OO YEs Tz q200A M i 06 0 Mone 1 Second OO TES 13 q 00AM 0i D7 0 None 1 Second 00 No 1400 12 00 4M 01 0i Q None 1 Second O00 No 15 12 00 4h Mm mM 1 m Mone 1 Second An Mn feat File Name C Program Filesvisi0B4T oneGen TGS Work Offline Last Date amp Time Head from Device Wednesday 0206 08 07 42 53 Afl 6 If the Update command is selected the Tone Schedule Update dialog box will be displayed Below are the fields and functions description Ok is U
26. pdate schedule file and tone generator if connected with changes Ignore all changes and exit Time Time of day in which a tone should be generated or dry contact should be closed or opened Define zone used for generating tones The zone number represents a pager number from 001 to 099 For example when generating a tone for zone 05 all wireless receivers programmed with the capcode of pager 005 will be activated General friendly description for the updated event Alert Type Type of tone Alert Level Volume of tone Length of tone in some cases created by repeating a shorter tone Also Alert Length used to determine the length of dry contact closure or opening Number of times to repeat the selected tone sequence as determined by Alert Repeats Type Level and Length Alert Delay Delay between each repeat of the tone sequence Determine if event is active Non active events are stored but not executed 18 Tone Schedule Monday 01 Update X af Ok O Cancel Time oz00 aM Zone jo Desciption First Class s S Alert Type ii Aleno Alert Levet 2 Alert Length ho Alert Repeats ja x Alert Bee E Countdown Time joo Hin AS 5 EC enno fie OF 45 AM ol a 3 3 5 Seconds OO ves Pat Break Os O8 004M D o 2 3 4 5 Seconds O00 Yes Second Class O4 08 45AM D 04 Z 4 4 F Seconds OO es Second Break 05 O400PHM O01 q4 2 3 5 Seconds Oo Yes 06E 0S00PM M 15 1 2 2 Seconds 00 es or 12 00A
27. s 2 followed by the key for the internal clock Time Setup Enter the local time in 24 hours military format The display will change back to Time Setup Press 3 followed by the key for the internal clock Date Setup Enter the local date in MMDDYY format The display will change back to Date Setup Press the key to return to the Main Menu Make sure the correct time as displayed on the VNS2500 display Installation 2 1 Site Inspection and System Location Consider the following requirements when planning system installation and choosing a location for the VNS2500 and other system components 1 The transmitting antenna should be located as close as possible to the center of the site and should not be surrounded by large metal objects that may block the RF signal and decrease the coverage range of the system 2 The transmitting antenna may be mounted vertically upward or downward NEVER horizontally 3 Magnetic Mount antenna such as TS638 should be attached to a large metal object like an air duct metal shelf or cabinet to provide it with a proper grounding 4 Base Station antenna such as included with TS654 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 to the roof as possible such as
28. sufficient 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 or downward NEVER horizontally 6 Install the grounding kit provided with the TS654 antenna kit 7 If an external transmitter is used connect the antenna to the ANTENNA terminal at the back of the external transmitter Otherwise connect the antenna to the ANTENNA terminal at the back of the VNS2500 2 4 Final Installation Steps The VNS2500 system encoder can be installed on a wall or shelf Install a UPS power backup to protect the system from power outages and surges If you are using an external transmitter place it next to the VNS2500 and use the data cable provided to connect VNS2500 and the external transmitter Once the VNS2500 is placed properly connect the microphone jack into the MIC input on the back of the unit if you are planning to use a microphone with your system If you are planning to use the telephone interface that comes with the unit connect the RJ 11 telephone jack coming from the wall into the PHONE input on the back of the VNS2500 If an external transmitter is used connect the control cable
29. th 1 beep or the Enter Pager Number prompt 12 5 Enter the pager number as a 3 digit number The pager number can be also entered without leading zeros but it will have to be followed by the key If the pager number entered is not valid the VNS2500 will respond with the 1 long beep or the Invalid Pager prompt 6 If the pager selected is Tone Vibrate the page will be sent immediately after entering the pager number and the VNS2500 will respond with the 3 beeps or the Page Sent prompt 7 If the pager selected is an Alphanumeric or a Numeric pager the VNS2500 will respond with 2 beeps or the Enter Message prompt 8 If the pager selected is a WPA pager the VNS2500 will respond with the 2 beeps after a short delay or the Please Wait prompt and shortly after that with the Speak Message Now prompt 9 For Numeric or Alohanumeric pager enter a numeric message using the telephone keypad For WPA pager speak your messge 10 To send the message press The VNS2500 will respond with 3 beeps or the Page Sent prompt 3 2 1 Accessing Wireless Receivers via keypad or phone Follow these steps to send a voice message or a tone to a spekaer 1 For voice messaging program a WPA device in to the VNS2500 For tone only messaging program an alphanumeric device in to the VNS2500 Verify that the spekaer capcode was programmed properly If accessing via phone follow steps 2 3 Otherwis
30. ule see IMPORTANT NOTES at the end of this section 1 Make sure the VNS2500 is powered on and connected to the serial port on the PC 2 Go to File Admin Login menu Enter password and press Ok default password is blank 3 Go to Setup Time Synchronization menu Select Set Date and Time from PC Now 4 Go to Setup Tone Generator Programming Schedule Programming menu 5 The Tone Schedule dialog box will be displayed The last schedule file edited by the user will be retrieved from the hard drive and displayed If this file does not exist it will be automatically downloaded from the VNS2500 Below are the fields and functions description Close the Tone Schedule dialog box Display a dialog box that allows updating the specific highlighted event on Update the schedule list see step 5 Upload Upload the displayed schedule file in to the VNS2500 memory This p command will overwrite the existing programming of the selected schedule Download the active schedule from the VNS2500 memory to the PC Open and display previously saved schedule file Note The schedule is not active until uploaded to the VNS2500 Use the Upload command to program this schedule in to the VNS2500 Save ss si Save the displayed schedule to a file on the PC for later use Week Day Display the scheduled events for the selected day of the week Test the tone programmed in to the highlighted event on the list Display the active weekly schedule Also used t
31. with 5 repeats and volume 2 enter GT452 Active Determine if event is active Non active events are stored but not executed 23 Scheduled Paging Monday 007 Update FA Ok Cancel Time E15 aM Send To Pager 105 Alert Type fio Free Message Message Text aT 452 V Active 4 1 7 Wireless Device Database Programmer The Wireless Device Database Programmer allows you to add edit a single or groups of wireless devices into the VNS2500 database From the Devices menu of the main screen select the Device Programmer The Wireles Device Database Programmer dialog box will be displayed x d Close Program Clear From Pager 001 To Pager on Start Capcode Jooooon1 Capcode Increment Hi User Hame a Phone Pager Type Tone Ony f Format POCSAG gt Baud Rate 2 Hode lo gt Set as a Group Pager Groups is v 2nd arf anf z Enter the required information into the form and select the Program button to update program the VNS2500 unit To upload or download the device database from the VNS2500 to the PC use the Upload and Download options from the Devices Menu in the main screen 24 5 1 Appendix A Installation Diagrams Coaxial Cable BNC to BNC Magnetic Mount Antenna VNS2500 ae E E RJ 11 Telephone Interface RJ 45 to DB9 Optional Low Power System Installation Diagram Coaxial Cable BNC to BNC FEELER ahh ATIM Jar Magnetic Mount Antenna
32. xt on each step until the installation process is completed 4 1 3 Software Configuration NOTE VisiDB software must be used by a user with full access privileges to Windows Program Files folder Depending on your operating systems and PC configuration administrator privileges may be required in some cases while in other Standard or Power user privileges may be sufficient Follow these steps to configure VisiDB 1 Make sure the VNS2500 is powered on and connected to the serial port on the PC 2 Press the Windows Start button Select Programs VisiDB program group and then select VisiDB 3 The Serial Number dialog will be displayed Enter the serial number shown on the CD ROM and press Ok 4 Press Ok on the next dialog box 5 Go to File Admin Login menu Since the default password is blank just press Ok 6 Go to Setup Configure menu 7 Set the Database Path where all files will be stored the default is C Program Files VisiDB 8 Set the Connection Type Select the PC serial port connected to the VNS2500 see Connections section Set the COM Settings to 9600 N 8 1 Press Ok 15 x E Ok Cancel Database Path C Program Files visi B Browse Connection Type Serial using com 1 C Modem using Phone COM Settings S600 N 21 Password 9 To verify connection go to Help About VisiDB menu The Encoder Model should show VNS2500 and the Serial Number should show the last 5 digits of t
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