E+Technical Manual Rev 1

elemecplus
PUBLIC ADDRESS & GENERAL

ALARM SYSTEM (P.A.G.A.)
Project: BUMI ARMADA D1 FPSO

Document No: Q023257 M01
TECHNICAL MANUAL
Revision: 01
Date: May 2012
www.gai-tronics.co.uk
CONFIDENTIAL
The contents of this publication are confidential and are the property of GAI-Tronics and may not be
reproduced, wholly or in part, without their written permission.
POLICY
The policy of GAI-Tronics is one of continual development and improvement of products and we reserve the
right therefore to alter specifications without notice.
GAI-Tronics
Brunel Drive,
Stretton Business Park,
Burton upon Trent,
Staffordshire,
DE13 0BZ.
United Kingdom
Tel. : +44 (0) 1283 500500

Fax.: +44 (0) 1283 500400
www.gai-tronics.co.uk
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Revision :01 May 2012
CONTENTS
1 REVISION RECORD............................................................................................................................................ 5
2 GLOSSARY OF TERMS ...................................................................................................................................... 6
3 SPARE PARTS ................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Commissioning Spares................................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Two Year Spares ......................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Insurance Spares ......................................................................................................................... 7
4 PRESERVATION AND STORAGE....................................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Preservation Procedure - Short Term Storage .............................................................................. 8
4.2 Storage Procedure ....................................................................................................................... 8
5 INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................... 9
5.1 Unpacking .................................................................................................................................... 9
5.2 Preliminary Checks .................................................................................................................... 10
5.2.1 Visual Inspection .................................................................................................................... 10
5.3 PAGA 19” Equipment Cabinet .................................................................................................... 10
5.3.1 Mechanical Fixing .................................................................................................................. 10
5.3.2 Cable Connection .................................................................................................................. 11
5.3.3 Cabinet Sub Equipment Installation ........................................................................................ 11
5.4 Access Panel Installation............................................................................................................ 12
5.4.1 Desktop Access Panel ........................................................................................................... 12
5.4.2 19” Access Panel ................................................................................................................... 13
5.4.3 Indoor Bulkhead Access Panel ............................................................................................... 13
5.4.4 Stainless Steel Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel .................................................................... 14
5.4.5 GRP Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel.................................................................................... 14
5.5 Field Equipment ......................................................................................................................... 15
6 COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE....................................................................................................................... 16
6.1 Special Tools List ....................................................................................................................... 16
6.2 Mechanical Completion Check List Equipment Cabinet .............................................................. 16
6.3 Field Cable Testing .................................................................................................................... 17
6.4 Installation Test Records ............................................................................................................ 17
6.5 System Settings ......................................................................................................................... 19
6.6 Unused Inputs ............................................................................................................................ 19
6.7 Utilities Requirements ................................................................................................................ 19
6.8 Access Panel Station Identity ..................................................................................................... 19
6.9 System Test ............................................................................................................................... 20
6.10 Field Equipment Tests................................................................................................................ 23
6.10.1 Preliminary Broadcast Area Checks ....................................................................................... 23
6.10.2 Routine Broadcast Sound Level Checks................................................................................. 23
6.10.3 Broadcast Intelligibility Checks ............................................................................................... 25
7 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................ 26
7.1 General System Description ....................................................................................................... 26
7.1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 26
7.1.2 Main Equipment Cabinet ........................................................................................................ 26
7.1.3 Access Panels ....................................................................................................................... 27
7.2 PAGA Central Equipment Cabinet .............................................................................................. 27
7.3 Access Panels ........................................................................................................................... 28
8 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................................. 29
8.1 Central Equipment Cabinet......................................................................................................... 29
8.1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 29
8.1.2 Audio and alarm Signal Inputs................................................................................................ 29
8.1.3 Common Audio Path .............................................................................................................. 31
8.1.4 Amplifier Control .................................................................................................................... 31
8.1.5 Alarm Beacon Outputs ........................................................................................................... 32
8.1.6 Visual Application (Option) ..................................................................................................... 32
8.1.7 Loudspeaker Muting............................................................................................................... 33
8.1.8 RS232 Port ............................................................................................................................ 33
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8.1.9 System Integrity ..................................................................................................................... 33
8.1.10 Fault/Event Log ...................................................................................................................... 36
8.1.11 A/B Working (Duplicated & N+ 1 Systems) ............................................................................. 37
8.1.12 PABX Interface Unit ............................................................................................................... 38
8.2 Access Panels ........................................................................................................................... 39
8.2.1 Desktop Access Access Panel ............................................................................................... 39
8.2.2 19” Access Panel ................................................................................................................... 41
8.2.3 Indoor Bulkhead Control Unit ................................................................................................. 42
8.2.4 Outdoor Stainless Steel Bulkhead Access Panel .................................................................... 42
8.2.5 Outdoor GRP Bulkhead Access Panel.................................................................................... 42
9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 43
9.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 43
9.2 Operating Instructions ................................................................................................................ 43
9.3 Emergency Fall-back.................................................................................................................. 43
10 MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................................. 44
10.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 44
10.2 Central Equipment Cabinet & Access Panels.............................................................................. 44
10.2.1 Visual/Mechanical Inspection - 3 Monthly Intervals ................................................................. 44
10.3 Peripheral Equipment ................................................................................................................. 45
10.4 D600i/D300i Amplifier Operation, Fault Monitoring, Configuration and Calibration....................... 46
10.5 Beacons ..................................................................................................................................... 49
10.6 Fault Handling ............................................................................................................................ 49
10.7 System Status LCD Indications & Fault Guide ............................................................................ 51
10.8 Setting Date and Time................................................................................................................ 54
10.9 Setting Volume Controls ............................................................................................................. 54
10.10 Fall-back Operation .................................................................................................................... 55
10.11 Fusing ........................................................................................................................................ 56
10.12 Controller Rear Connections ...................................................................................................... 57
11 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 58
11.1 Controller ................................................................................................................................... 58
11.2 External Interfaces for Auxiliary Equipment................................................................................. 61
11.3 Internal Interfaces ...................................................................................................................... 63
11.4 Power Amplifier D600i/D300i ...................................................................................................... 63
APPENDIX A Drawing List

APPENDIX B Utilities Schedule
APPENDIX C Access Panel Station Identity Table
APPENDIX D User Configuration Guide
APPENDIX E System Test Schedule
APPENDIX F I.S. Microphone Access Panel Manual (optional)
APPENDIX G Operating Instructions
APPENDIX H Visual Application Software User Guide (optional)
APPENDIX I EWI 10-9 Elemec E+ System Flash Download Procedure
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1 REVISION RECORD
Date Rev. Details of Revision
May 2012 01 Initial
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2 GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Term Meaning
API ACCESS PANEL INPUT
DTMF DUAL TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY
FAT FACTORY ACCEPTANCE TEST
I/O INPUT / OUTPUT
IDC INSULATED DISPLACMENT CONNECTOR
LCD LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY
LED LIGHT EMITTING DIODE
LHS LEFT HAND SIDE
MCB MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKER
MDF MAIN DISTRIBUTION FRAME
N/C NORMALLY CLOSED
N/O NORMALLY OPEN
PABX PRIVATE AUTOMATIC BRANCH EXCHANGE
PAS PUBLIC ADDRESS SWITCHING UNIT
PCB PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
PTT PRESS-TO-TALK
RHS RIGHT HAND SIDE
SPIR SPARE PARTS INTERCHANGEABILITY RECORD
TS TERMINAL STRIP
UART UNIVERSAL ASYNCHRONOUS RECIEVER TRANSMITTER
UPS UNINTERRUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY
VU VOLUME UNIT
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3 SPARE PARTS
3.1 Commissioning Spares
Description Part No. Quantity

Fuse Pack 100-02-0306-001 1
3.2 Two Year Spares

Fuse Pack 100-02-0306-001 1
Controller (Single Systems) 013-02-0092-006 1
Controller (Dual Systems) 013-02-0092-007 1
Controller (N+1) 013-02-0092-008 1
*Power Amplifier D600i (230V AC/48VDC -100V) 025-02-0030-001 1
*Power Amplifier D600i (48VDC -100V) 025-02-0030-005 1
Power Supply (AC Systems Only) 975-00-0068-000 1
DC-DC Converter (48V DC Systems Only) X04/08/019/E2 1
Fist Microphone 100-02-0562-001 1
3.3 Insurance Spares

Fuse Pack 100-02-0306-001 1
Controller (Single Systems) 013-02-0092-006 1
Controller (Dual Systems & N +1) 013-02-0092-007 1
Controller (N+1) 013-02-0092-008 1
Power Supply (AC Systems Only) 975-00-0068-000 1
DC-DC Converter (48V DC Systems Only) X04/08/019/E2 1
Fist Microphone 100-02-0562-001 1
* Only one type of Power Amplifier per System
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4 PRESERVATION AND STORAGE
4.1 Preservation Procedure - Short Term Storage
As a general rule, items of equipment should not be unpacked until installation becomes necessary. If
the equipment is to remain unpacked and effectively stored for a short time i.e. approx. 2 months the
following action should be taken.
i) Safe Area Equipment
Whenever possible leave all preservation tapes and desiccant in place. Afford a degree of mechanical
protection the panel front facial plates. Store in a heated warehouse or similar.
ii) Field Equipment
Destined ultimately for use in exposed, exterior areas, no special procedures are required. As a
precaution, all vapour inhibitor tapes should be left in place.
Certified units with exposed flame paths should be checked to verify that all such surfaces have been
suitably covered with copper slip or similar to prevent corrosion.
4.2 Storage Procedure
All equipment shall be stored in a clean, dry and heated warehouse, in a safe area away from vehicular
traffic that is not subject to:
1. Contaminant sources e.g. saliferous and sulphurous atmospheres

2. Vibration
3. Variations in temperature and high humidity
4. Dust
Each item of equipment shall be stored within it's transit packaging.
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5 INSTALLATION
NOTE: - Installation and Commissioning of the Equipment should only be performed

by suitably qualified and competent persons.
Equipment Warranty may be invalidated if the System commissioning is not

performed by a Gai-Tronics Engineer.
IMPORTANT
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of triangle is intended to alert the user to the
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s presence of important operating and maintenance
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute (servicing) instructions in the literature
a risk of electric shock to persons. accompanying the equipment.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO
NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
5.1 Unpacking
All items are packed and delivered in heavy-duty cardboard cartons. Wherever possible all field equipment
to remain in manufacturers packaging.
Prior to the packing of the 19” cabinet, all heavy items, typically the power amplifier units, will have been
removed and separately packaged.
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5.2 Preliminary Checks
5.2.1 Visual Inspection
These preliminary checks are to ensure that the equipment supplied has suffered no damage during
transportation.
CHECK LIST ITEM DEFINITION

Is any transit damage visible? ‘All round visual inspection’ is required upon arrival
on site: any damage whatsoever to be recorded
and reported.
Are contents as per packing list? As read.
Has any equipment arrived that is: Any such equipment shall be placed in quarantine
Clearly not in state of preservation. and the status shall be recorded and duly reported.
Damage during transportation. Not
accompanied by correct paperwork.
Has equipment been stored correctly? Attention shall be paid to any special instruction by
GAI-Tronics and any warning/information markings
on equipment or packaging.
Check that equipment is clean and free of As read
refuse.
Check overall condition of equipment. Check for damage of any description and report
immediately for decision on action required.
Check preservation and desiccant. Check that all heat shrink, hermetically sealed
aluminium foil bags are sound with all seals intact.
Check for any evidence of corrosion and
implement remedial work.
Check that as standard 5 off 100grm sachets of
desiccant are enclosed within each foil bag.
Unpack and check equipment for Any external surfaces exposed due to paint
breakdown/damage of paint work deterioration shall be coated with de-watering type
protection fluid followed by an approved protective
compound.
Check all openings are covered Ensure all enclosure openings are fitted with
suitable covers to prevent ingress of foreign
materials.
Check all pre-fitted units are secure. Ensure units have not become loose in transit.
5.3 PAGA 19” Equipment Cabinet
5.3.1 Mechanical Fixing
Refer to the Equipment Cabinet General Arrangement Drawings (see Appendix A)
During this operation all cabinet lifting, or other movement should be made via the lifting eyes attached
to the cabinet top at each of the four corners. Please note that lifting eyes are an optional feature on the
equipment. If not fitted, then the cabinet would need to be lifted using a strop or similar.
As packed the cabinet top cover plates are fitted flush within the upper frame of the cabinet and secured
using the M8 lifting eye bolts.
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If the cabinet is not fitted with a roof or rear door fan (see General Arrangement drawing) then once
in position the cabinet top must be raised for ventilation. To do this remove and discard the lifting
eyes raise the lid on the 4 NR spacers provided (polythene bag inside cabinet) and secure with the
dome-head M8 bolts provided.
Note:
For cabinets with swing frames. Restraining studs have been fitted behind the cabinet swing
frame to prevent movement during transit. These studs must be removed before final
positioning of the cabinet. Access to the studs is achieved by removing the cabinet sides.
The cabinet must be kept in the configuration as delivered.
5.3.2 Cable Connection
Refer to the Equipment Cabinet Termination Drawings (see Appendix A)
i) Field Cable Terminations
Terminate all field cables to drawings and information provided following all generally acceptable
installation practices. The cabinet is provided with knife disconnect terminals capable of terminating up to
2.5mm² cable cores. The use of ferrules to terminate conductors is mandatory.
ii) Power Cable Termination
The incoming power feed(s) terminate directly to M6 or M8 studs mounted at the rear of the Cabinet.
iii) Loudspeaker 100V / 70V Line Cable Terminations
As above terminate all field cables to drawings and information provided. All line output terminals are
knife disconnect type suitable for terminating 2.5mm² cable cores.
iv) I.S. Cable Terminations
Where I.S. Access Panels are installed, follow local guidelines/regulations to ensure correct
termination, adhering to all notes etc on the Termination Drawings.
5.3.3 Cabinet Sub Equipment Installation
All Cabinet Sub Equipment is normally pre-fitted into the Cabinet with the exception of the Power
Amplifiers.
The Amplifiers should, remain in their original transport packing until all equipment cabinet installation is
completed.
Fitting of the Amplifiers is to be done at the pre-commissioning stage.
Insertion of Amplifiers
Note the Amplifiers are heavy and caution should be used when supporting them.
When unpacking and inserting these units into the cabinet the following procedure should be observed:
i) Remove unit from its packing case and remove protective wrapping.
ii) Visually inspect the unit for any signs of external damage.
iii) Fixing screws and cup washers are provided (polythene bag inside cabinet). Refer to cabinet
labels, and G.A. drawings for correct equipment locations.
iv) Fit the unit on the relevant shelf or telescopic slider.
v) Insert all plugs referring to the rear label.
vi) Fix unit in position using the four screws and cup washers.
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5.4 Access Panel Installation
Access Panels are available in five different versions.
1. Desktop
2. 19” console mounting
3. Indoor Bulkhead mounting
4. Stainless Steel Outdoor Bulkhead mounting
5. GRP Outdoor Bulkhead mounting
All versions are available in two formats; safe area installation or hazardous area installation (Certified
Intrinsically Safe)
Intrinsically Safe (I.S.) Panels are ATEX certified for use in Zone 1 hazardous areas. All usual I.S. wiring
and cable segregation precautions are to be observed.
See separate Manual in the Appendix F for further information.
Refer to the Access Panel General Arrangement and Termination Drawings (see Appendix A) to
determine which type of Access Panels have been supplied for this Project.
5.4.1 Desktop Access Panel
Designed for freestanding desktop mounting, the unit is supplied with either one (single systems) or
two (duplicated or Main/Standby Controller systems) pre-wired 5m cable tails, for wiring into a local
junction box provided by others. At the rear of the unit, one or two 15 way ‘D’ type connectors
facilitate convenient user disconnection of the unit should repairs or replacement become necessary.
Unit weight is approximately 2.0kg.
Typical Desktop Access Panel
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5.4.2 19” Access Panel
Designed for flush mounting into a console, the panel is secured via the 4NR M6 fixing holes
provided. The unit weight is approximately 2.8kg.
The unit is provided with one (single systems) or two (duplicated or Main/Standby Controller
systems) DIN rail mounting 14 way klippon ribbon interface terminal blocks capable of accepting up
to 2.5mm² cable cores.
Typical 19” Access Panel

5.4.3 Indoor Bulkhead Access Panel
This unit is for indoor installations only. Designed for wall or Bulkhead mounting two M20 cable gland
entries allow access for field cables. Field cables terminate directly onto (single systems) or two
(duplicated or Main/Standby Controller systems) 14 way SAK 2.5 interface block provided at the rear
of the access unit insert panel. Fixing is via 4 NR M6 bolts through the rear backstraps. Unit weight is
approximately 10kg.
Typical Indoor Bulkhead Access Panel
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5.4.4 Stainless Steel Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel
Designed for wall or bulkhead mounting two M20 cable gland entries are provided. 1 x 8 way
interface PCB within the enclosure provide for field cable termination. Fixing is via 4 NR M6 bolts
through the rear backstraps. The unit is IP66 rated when the door is in the closed position.
Typical Stainless Steel Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel
5.4.5 GRP Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel
This unit is fully weatherproof and is designed for wall or bulkhead mounting. Two M20 cable gland
entries are provided. Loosening the 4 off SS screws allows removal of the lid providing access to the
rear of the microphone and line driver electronics. A single 8 way interface PCB within the enclosure
provides for field cable termination. Fixing is via 4 NR M8 bolts through the enclosure rear corner
tabs. The unit is manufactured from glass re-enforced polyester and is rated IP66. It therefore
requires no further weatherproof protection although installation within an acoustic hood is
recommended for noisy areas.
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Typical GRP Access Panel
5.5 Field Equipment
Installation of the field equipment items (loudspeakers and beacons) should be made with reference to
the relevant to manufacturers information for mounting and cable connections.
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6 COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE
6.1 Special Tools List
The following Test and Measuring Equipment is required, as a minimum to commission into service the
Public Address and Alarm System.
Item Device
1. Multimeter
2. Line Impedance Meter
3. Sound Pressure Level Meter (Type 2)
6.2 Mechanical Completion Check List Equipment Cabinet
YES/NO REMARKS
1. Is equipment connected to “Dirty Earth”? Record

earth continuity between equipment chassis case and “Dirty
Earth” Bar (<1 Ohm).
2. Are cable screens connected to “Telecoms Earth”? Record

earth continuity between cable screens and Telecoms Earth bar
as depicted on project terminal drawings (<1 Ohm).
3. Are internals free of dust?
4. Is paint work acceptable?
5. 10. Is any damage visible?
6. 11. Is cabling/wiring complete in line with the latest approved drawings?
7 12. Are all terminal identifications correct?
8. 13. Is hinged doors, side panels and top panel earthed to cabinet?
9. 14. Do doors open satisfactorily? Does door latching

15. mechanism function satisfactorily?
10.16. Is field cables entry provision correct?
11. Are all support frames robust and fit for purpose?
12. Is ventilation configured according to latest drawings?
13. Are holding down bolts/brackets secure?
14. Is equipment installed in accordance with revision documents?
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6.3 Field Cable Testing
Before terminating into the rack it is important to check all field terminals for correct continuity between pairs
and to earth. It is particularly important to ensure that no dangerous potential is present on any cables,
which may cause damage to rack equipment on connection.
WARNING
Do not use MEGGER or similar high voltage test set if the field equipment is terminated, as this will cause
certain destruction of the remote electronic equipment.
Isolation Test
Prior to energising the system use a multimeter to check incoming power distribution terminals for:
i. Isolation of live/positive and neutral/negative terminals from cabinet framework

ii. No continuity between the incoming power distribution terminals.
Iii Continuity between earth and framework (chassis).
6.4 Installation Test Records
Prior to energising the System ensure that all Installation, Mechanical and Electrical Completion check
sheets have been signed off satisfactorily by the Installation subcontractor.
Loudspeaker network distribution records (speaker tapping settings, amplifier loop loadings) should also be
made available for scrutiny.
Loudspeaker Loading
As a preliminary measure at the Pre Commissioning stage, all loudspeaker tappings and identities should be
assigned and recorded.
Disconnect each amplifier output connector in turn and using a line impedance meter, check each amplifiers
loudspeaker loading to ensure that no amplifier is overloaded. This can also be achieved by removing the
100V/70V line output plug at each amplifier.
Expect around 33 Ω (100V) or 16 Ω (70V) for heavily loaded amplifiers increasing to over 1,000 Ohms for
any lightly loaded amplifiers
With the Amplifier Outputs disconnected measure resistance (using a multimeter) between the loudspeaker
network and Telecoms Earth.
Complete the following table with information available.
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AMPLIFIER / LOUDSPEAKER LOADING TABLE
CABINET NO:
CABLE No: Amplifier Impedance Calculated Earth Associated Date Signature

No: (Ω) at 1 khz Load (W) Leakage Area
(MΩ)
Impedance must be > 33 Ω (100V) or >16 Ω (70V) for any one amplifier
Recommended earth leakage > 10 MΩ

<100kΩ Earth Fault will be raised.
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6.5 System Settings
At each Controller Unit check that the maintenance Key switches are set as follows:
System Controller Setting

System Master -‘A’ (‘A’ or Main or single systems)
-‘B’ (‘B’ or Standby)
Amplifier Changeover - LOCAL
Auto Alarm Inhibit - OFF
6.6 Unused Inputs

Prior to energisation of the System equipment all inputs and outputs should be terminated. In this situation a
SYSTEM HEALTHY operational status can be readily achieved and is usually dependant upon the power
amplifiers undergoing calibration.
If for some reason not all inputs assigned are required the System will, as part of its routine self test cycle,
either flag this as a fault condition or respond to the change of input status as a valid action.
In particular the interface connections to the Auto or Remote Alarm Inputs should be terminated in
accordance with the latest drawings.
If the Auto Alarm System Commissioning is not completed at the time of the P.A.G.A. System
Commissioning then the AUTO ALARM INHIBIT keyswitch needs to be switched to the ON position on the
Controller(s).
See Section 10.7 for a description of SYSTEM STATUS LCD INDICATIONS & FAULT GUIDE displays
produced when other inputs are not correctly terminated.
6.7 Utilities Requirements
Refer to Appendix B
6.8 Access Panel Station Identity
Prior to energisation, the access panel insert must be configured for station identity.
Usually factory pre-set, hex switches one per pcb (SW1 on the 1019 pcb’s) inside each Access Panel are
provided.
In duplicated or Main/Standby Systems where 2 x 1019 pcb’s are fitted both switches should be set to
identical I.D. no.s according to Appendix ‘C’
If the address is set incorrectly, the controller will display an error of “U/F Unknown Device X Detected” and
“U/F Access panel Y Not Detected”.
Where ‘X’ would be the address of the panel it has detected and ‘Y’ would be the Access Panel it was
expecting to find.
A view of the access panel PCB and the Address switch is shown here:-
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6.9 System Test
In order that the Telephone/PABX input is optimised due to different local telephone systems, the settings of
the E+ System may need to be changed. Please refer to Elemec + Telephone Interface Board -999-02-
1107 (below) and Appendix D User Configuration.
ELEMEC+ TELEPHONE INTERFACE BOARD 999-02-1107
The telephone connection to the Elemec+ controller allows a user to ring the system and record an
announcement, which will then be broadcast over the PA system.
The 999-02-1107 Telephone Interface Unit (mounted inside the Controller) is intended as a replacement for
the previous unit 999-02-1040 PCB.
The 1107 unit has been designed to achieve automatic call termination at the end of recording an
announcement.
For call termination, the Elemec+ controller must detect a “#” DTMF tone. The previous 1040 unit has been
reliant on the user pressing the “#” key at the end of the announcement. Omitting this causes the Elemec+
controller to record for the full two minutes and then play back a message with a long silence or background
noise.
The 1107 unit monitors the telephone line for events which can cause termination of the call. On detection of
a call termination event the unit will transmit a DTMF ‘#’ to the Elemec+ controller which will stop recording
and hang up the line.
The events which can be detected are :-
 Loop reversal
 K-break disconnect pulse
 Busy tone (cadenced)
 N.U. (continuous) tone
 Silence
The unit also monitors the phone line for DTMF tones. If a DTMF ‘*’ or a DTMF ‘#’ (or two depending on the
position of a switch) is detected, then that is recorded as the termination cause.
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Definitions
 A K-Break pulse is a break in the line voltage of 53 to130 ms.
 A ‘busy’ tone is a call progress tone with an on time of 200 – 750 ms and an off time of
200 - 750 seconds, repeated for at least 4 cycles.
 An N.U. tone is a continuous call progress tone for more than 5 seconds.
 Silence is defined as no signal (voice or call progress) detected on the line for 5 seconds.
 A call progress tone is a single or multiple tone of between 315Hz and 650Hz.
Operation and Commissioning
The 999-02-1107 Telephone Interface Unit is a direct size replacement for the previous 999-02-1040 unit,
using the same connections for the telephone line and to the controller.
Note that there is an additional array of 8 switches, SW1.
Three LEDs are provided to indicate the progress of a call:-
 HOOK - ON when the unit has answered a call and OFF at call termination.
 RING - ON when a ring signal is active on the line and follows the ring cadence.
 EoC - (End of Call) ON following detection of an event.
When the user replaces the handset at the end of recording an announcement, it is expected that at least
one of the monitored events will be generated on the line.
Also a silent period of 5 seconds will be detected.
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In the supplied default state, the unit will detect the first event to occur and generate a DTMF ‘#’ to the
controller to initiate the off-line condition.
In most installations it can be expected to operate satisfactorily as supplied, i.e. with all monitored events
enabled.
Because of the variability in PABX or PSTN operation, there may be a possibility of problems, for example, a
certain event causing unwanted early termination of a call.
To address a problem situation, each event detection can be disabled by setting switch SW1 on the board
according to the following table.
SW1-1 Brown Disable loop reversal detection

SW1-2 Red Disable ‘K-break’ pulse detection
SW1-3 Orange Disable busy tone detection
SW1-4 Yellow Disable N.U. tone detection
SW1-5 Green Disable silence detection
nd
SW1-6 Blue 2 ‘#’ closedown
SW1-7 Violet Not used
SW1-8 Grey Test mode
Table 1.
This table is also printed on the circuit board.
Switch SW1-6 is used only on systems which use zone addressing at the start of recording a message,
which consists of sending 2 DTMF digits of ‘zone digit’ + ‘#’.
To prevent the 1107 unit from recognising this first digit ‘#’ as a closedown signal, it is necessary to switch
SW1-6 towards the edge of the board.
The 1107 will now ignore the zone addressing ‘#’, but still recognise a 2nd closedown ‘#’ at the end of the
announcement recording.
LED ‘EoC’ can be useful in determining when the termination event occurs.
If the unwanted event can be identified, then the relevant switch can be operated to disable the detection of
that type of event.
This would allow any subsequent event to initiate the off-line condition.
Event type detection can be disabled progressively until problem-free operation is obtained.
Alternatively, if an intended termination event is known, e.g. the PABX line has been programmed to return a
K-break pulse, then all event type detection except for the K-break pulse can be disabled to prevent any
other spurious closedown.
Troubleshooting
In cases where it is difficult to determine the type of event which is causing an unwanted termination of call,
a TEST MODE is available to aid identification.
Perform the following procedure to identify which event is causing a termination.
1. With the unit off-line, move switch SW1 no. 8 (grey) to the ON position (towards the board edge).
2. Make a call to the unit and proceed until call termination occurs, indicated by the EoC LED lighting.
3. Make a new call to the unit.
4. On answering, the unit will return 1 to 9 tone beeps, the count of which corresponds to the event
type listed in Table 2. E.g. - one beep indicates that a loop reversal on the line caused the
termination.
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5. An undesirable event detection can then be disabled by switching that position on SW1 towards the
edge of the board.
6. Make a new call to the unit and, ignoring the beep count, proceed until call termination occurs.
7. Make a new call to the unit and count the beeps, which should now indicate that another type of
event caused the termination.
8. The operation can be repeated until a reliable event type is identified and any offending event types
can remain disabled at SW1.
9. When testing is completed, return the TEST MODE switch (SW1 no. 8) to off. This will avoid the
beep count being played over the PA system.
Cause Output
Loop reversal 1 xDTMF ‘1’ tone
K-break pulse 2 xDTMF ‘2’ tones
Busy tone 3 xDTMF ‘3’ tones
N.U. tone 4 xDTMF ‘4’ tones
Silence 5 xDTMF ‘5’ tones
DTMF ‘*’ 6 xDTMF ‘6’ tones
DTMF ‘#’ 7 xDTMF ‘7’ tones
No cause 8 xDTMF ‘8’ tones
Unknown 9 xDTMF ‘9’ tones
Table 2
Note that the beeps are actually DTMF tones of the same value as the count, i.e. 3 beeps consist of the
DTMF digit 3. This can be useful if a DTMF decoder is available.
In situations where it has not been possible to establish a reliable call termination, it is worthwhile checking
whether the PABX (or PSTN) line can be programmed to transmit a K-break pulse or loop-reversal when the
remote caller closes the call.
Some PABXs can perform a K-break to close down fax machines for example, and on PSTN lines are used
for signalling closedown to PABXs. Also some PSTN operators use loop-reversal to control payphone
charging and may enable this for other
Amplifier Identity and Calibration functions should be completed.
Refer to section 10.4
All parts of the System Test Schedule, (Appendix E) pertaining to equipment within or connected to
the relevant module may now be performed.
6.10 Field Equipment Tests
6.10.1 Preliminary Broadcast Area Checks
Verify broadcast loudspeaker operational integrity by sounding a Tick-tone (see Section 10.3) and
performing a walk-though check of the relevant areas.
6.10.2 Routine Broadcast Sound Level Checks
Sound an Alarm and perform spot measurements of broadcast alarm level and area background ambient
noise using a Type 2 sound pressure level meter. Adjust speaker tappings accordingly to achieve an alarm
broadcast level above ambient noise. (refer to the Project Specification for actual min/max level above
ambient required) Record results in the table below
BROADCAST SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (SPL) RECORD
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ZONE LOCATION ALARM DATE
BROADCAST
SPL (dBA)
Record all final loudspeaker tapping settings on Customer Provided Telecommunications Equipment List.
In extremely high noise areas it should be noted that ear defenders are mandatory and visual warning
beacons may augment the audible broadcast.
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Where fitted ensure all Beacons are operational.
6.10.3 Broadcast Intelligibility Checks
Voice reproduction should be of good quality and natural sounding within the frequency and size limitations
of reflex horn loudspeakers.
In order to check intelligibility a series of random spoken broadcasts shall be made and the listener(s) shall
verify that the messages are intelligible.
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7 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
7.1 General System Description

7.1.1 Introduction
The elemecplus PAGA System can be configured in 3 basic formats depending on the Project
requirements.
1. Single System
2. Duplicated System
3. N+ 1 System
Single System
Single Systems consist of a single Controller and a single group of Power Amplifiers. Access Panels
only have a single output.
Duplicated System
Duplicated Systems consist of two systems each identical. Each system consists of a single
Controller and a single group of Power Amplifiers. Access Panels have a dual output, one output
connected to each system ‘A’ & ‘B’.
A fully redundant Combined PA and General Alarm System is therefore provided, together with
extensive signal monitoring facilities designed to ensure system functionality. Each systems (A or B)
amplifiers drive half of the system’s speakers. In this way, even if a system fails or is disabled,
personnel will still be able to hear emergency broadcasts through the speakers of the functioning
system.
One system, chosen by the customer and changeable at any time, is designated as the master or ‘A’
system; the other system is the back-up or ‘B’ system. Both systems are fully functional regardless of
their system designation. The ‘A/B’ simply indicates which control Unit is actually controlling some
features of the system at a given time. Both systems amplifiers are normally powered, and will drive the
speakers for all system announcements and alarms.
N+ 1 System
N+ 1 Systems consist of two Controllers and single group of Power Amplifiers. Access Panels have
a dual output, one output connected to each Controller.
Two Controller Units are provided configured in MAIN and STANDBY operation. The Main Controller
unit provides all system audio processing, routing, diagnostics and fault reporting functions. Should
the MAIN Controller develop a fault the STANDBY Unit will automatically assume control of the
common amplifier bank to maintain full broadcast capability.
7.1.2 Main Equipment Cabinet
The main control and amplifying equipment is housed in 19” Rittal cabinet(s).
The controller unit provides all system audio processing, routing, diagnostics and fault reporting
functions. Mounted at the top of the cabinet, the 4u 19” drawer unit is provided with a front panel
mounted LCD which shows system operational and fault status. During an emergency, alarms and
announcements can be made directly from this unit should the operator control panels prove
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inoperative. A single circuit board within the unit is provided with an Hitachi programmable micro-
controller.
The Power Amplifiers have a dual/single output, each output capable of providing 300W rms of
power to the loudspeaker load.
A maximum of 32 Dual Power Amplifiers (D600i) or 64 Single Power Amplifiers (D300i) ( 64 x 300W)
can be connected to the Controller.
Optional 19” sub equipment may be fitted, technical information of this equipment will be found in the
Appendices. These include:
 Engineers Test & Monitor Panel (19” Access Panel)

 Background Music Panel
 Music source (e.g. CD Player)
 Feedback Eliminator
 Media Recorder
 Fibre Optic Transceivers
 Power Management Unit
For this Project refer to the General Arrangement drawings to determine the quantity of Amplifiers
provided, and 19” sub equipment fitted.
7.1.3 Access Panels
The System can support up to a maximum of 16 Access Panels. Mechanically they are available in 5
different versions, however the functional modes are the same with identical pcb’s fitted inside.
7.2 PAGA Central Equipment Cabinet
The audio control and signal processing equipment is housed in the main equipment cabinet(s).
Each of the microphone inputs to the system will have its audio signal conditioned, it's incoming line
checked for continuity and an incoming priority of access assigned. Should this access priority be of a
sufficiently high level, then through connection to the slave power amplifiers will result, allowing the P.A.
broadcast to be made. Prior to the broadcast further monitoring circuitry will have ensured that the
power amplifiers, the loudspeakers and their associated cables are fault free. All monitoring is
performed automatically whilst the system is in it's idle state.
A status display panel (LCD) is fitted to the front of the Controller Unit. It is designed to provide a clear
indication to the user of overall system status and thus to assist in the speedy location of system faults.
The following indications are capable of being displayed dependant upon the system activity or usage.
When the system is:
1) Healthy but IDLE

 Current time and date
 System Healthy
 Software version No.
2) ACTIVE
 Access Panel in use
 Routine speech
 Emergency Speech
 Alarm (n)
 Control Input (n) Play Message
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3) When the system has failed
 Alarm Tone (n) fault
 Access panel (n) lock out
 Access panel (n) path test fail
 Amplifier (n) N/F load sense high (low)
 Amplifier (n) N/F earth sense
A Digital Storage and Replay Unit facility is provided and works, via the PABX unit, to provide a voice
storage and replay facility. Used only on the telephone input to the P.A. System the main purpose of
this feature is to eliminate the acoustic feedback (howlround) problems that can occur when broadcast
loudspeakers are situated in close proximity to telephone handsets.
Alternatively Live paging may be configured, and a Feedback Eliminator unit is used to reduce the effect
of feedback.
The amplifiers supplied are 2U high 19" drawer units fitted into the cabinet onto shelving or telescopic
sliders. LCD indications are provided of:
a) Amplifier Identity (n)

b) Zone Allocation (Z?)
c) Fault Status (Healthy)
d) Signal Strength (during message/alarm broadcasts)
e) High Temp
f) Power Fail
g) Shutdown
h) Low Load
i) High Load
j) Overload
The audio output from each amplifier is fed to the 100V or 70V line output terminals.
Forced air cooling keeps the cabinet temperature down to an acceptable level during full load working.
A pre-wired power distribution panel at the base of the cabinet provides MCB protected supplies to all
cabinet mounted equipment.
7.3 Access Panels
Operator access panels are available in 5 versions (refer to General Arrangement drawings which
detail the types & functions provided on this project)
An insert panel is common to all units (except GRP type). The insert panel houses the audio and
control circuit cards, the selector keypad, and system status LEDs. Communication is via a 3 pair
individually screened cable back to the Controller.
Features and facilities provide by each Access Panel may be as follows:
 Zone selection for Routine Speech broadcasts

 Alarm Initiation
 Alarm Cancel
 Alarm Attenuate or Mute
 PTT Routine Speech
 PTT Emergency Speech
 Lamp Test
 System Operational Status LED’s
 Fist/Gooseneck or fixed microphone
 Other pushbuttons or LED’s indications
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8 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
8.1 Central Equipment Cabinet
8.1.1 Introduction
This section details the operation of the central control and amplifying equipment and describes all audio
and signal routes. Separate sub-sections will deal with other aspects of system operation, i.e. control
and monitoring, alarm initiation, etc.
At the heart of the system is a PAGA Controller Unit. The unit is microprocessor controlled with a
hardware fall-back circuit capable of emergency speech and alarm generation in the event of processor
failure. Four circuit boards are used within the unit – one main PCB containing all the audio routing and
microprocessor components, a front panel PCB accommodating the STATUS LCD, LEDs, switches, A
PABX Interface PCB and a rear PCB for all the ribbon cable connections.
For ease of rack wiring, all connections wherever possible are made via ribbon cables and IDC
connectors. DIN rail mounted interface blocks and knife terminals provide industry standard 2.5mm
terminations for incoming field cables. The software is designed to be as flexible as possible to avoid the
necessity to re-write (and verify) the code for each application. This is achieved by the use of
configurable options. The system can be configured via an RS232 port with the appropriate software.
8.1.2 Audio and alarm Signal Inputs
8.1.2.1 Microphone Control Unit Access
Up to 16 access panels may be connected. These can be any combination of Universal Access
Panels, IS Access Panels, and Engineer’s panels (access panel with ‘special’ switch functions
located within the rack itself). Each input comprises an audio pair, fused or current limited power
supply output & a serial data link.
The panels are arranged in 4 groups of 4 panels per group. Each group shares a common audio
pair. A fault on the audio pair could disable the whole group, but will not affect the remaining three
groups.
The data link is used to pass switch press information from the panel to the control unit and status
information from the control unit to the panel. Each panel includes DIP switches which allow the
panel to be given a unique address (0-15) for multi-drop operation. Button press information is of the
form ‘Switch x’ pressed. The control system contains configuration information which determines
what action to perform on receipt of the switch information. Status information is sent to the access
panel telling it which LEDs to light.
In response to a command from the control system, the panel will generate a DTMF string which
corresponds to its ID and output it on its audio pair. The control system will detect this string to verify
the integrity of the audio link.
8.1.2.2 PABX Access
An interface pcb is supplied (mounted within the controller) between the phone line and the controller
main pcb. The interface provides the following duplicated inputs and outputs for connection to the
equipment:
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 Audio from the phone line to the main PCB
 Audio from the main PCB to the phone line
 PTT output from the phone line to the main PCB (activates whenever audio is passing from the
phone to the main PCB)
The main purpose is to allow remote access to the PA system. In normal operation, the user will ring
into the system, record a message, and then trigger its playback over pre-selected zone(s),
Alternatively Live telephone access may be configured. Audio transformers are used to provide
duplicated audio signals for the A and B systems (if required). Automatic repeating of the message
can be configured.
DTMF tones are used to control the recording and playback of messages. Typically these include:
(nnn) Typical 3 digit code to access the PA output port of the PABX
If access is granted, an access beep tone is received in the caller’s earpiece.
Key in # or hang up to end message live/recording (and initiate message replay).

To abort a recording before playback, simply key in a * and replace the handset.
This is particularly useful to prevent tongue-tied announcements being broadcast.
8.1.2.3 Page/Party Access
This is an audio input which may be used to directly broadcast messages or to record a message for
immediate playback. There is no PTT or zone selection for this input. The choice of direct
broadcast or record/playback mode, and the zone(s) to which the input broadcasts, are all
configurable (default = All Zones). Automatic repeating of the message can also be configured.
A VOX circuit monitors the incoming audio and automatically triggers the record module (or direct
audio routing) whenever audio is present. The time that the VOX remains active after audio ceases
is configurable.
8.1.2.4 Record/Playback
Audio broadcasts, typically from PABX inputs, can be recorded and stored in memory. 8 recordable
message locations are available, allocated as follows:
Location 0 = PABX
Location 1 = local microphone
Location 2 = page/party
Location 3 = spare
Location 4 = user location 1
Total available message length is 120 seconds at 64 KHz sampling (expandable to 640 seconds).
The individual lengths of each location are defined in the configurable area.
Messages are stored in non-volatile memory and are preserved during power loss.
8.1.2.5 Alarm Tone/Important Message Generator
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Alarm tones and messages are generated by an audio playback chip with the required data stored in
EPROM. The chip is normally controlled by the microcontroller, but when the fallback pushbuttons
are operated, the microcontroller is disconnected from the chip and it operates in ‘stand alone’ mode.
To provide a high degree of confidence, the first four tones (Alarm 1-4) in tone generator are
repeatedly triggered and there’ output monitored with an audio detection circuit. If no audio is
detected, a fault is logged.
The chip may be programmed with up to 8 alarm tones, 1 pre-announcement chime, 1 tick tone, and
up to 7 important messages. It is not possible to play more than one message at a time. Therefore,
it is not possible to play an important message or a pre-announcement chime whilst an alarm is in
progress.
Up to 16 Mbit of PROM (or EPROM) may be fitted. The total stored speech time this provides
depends upon the sampling rate and method:
8-bit PCM 16 KHz (recommended for alarms and tones) = 128 seconds
4-bit ADPCM 16 KHz (recommended for important messages) = 256 seconds
It is not possible to re-programme the alarm tones or important messages without dismantling the
Controller Unit, and inserting a new PROM or EPROM I.C.
8.1.2.6 Auto Alarm Inputs
The Alarms can be initiated remotely. Voltfree contacts or isolated +24V DC signal are terminated at
the Control Input.
An alarm, once triggered (by changing the state of the contact or DC voltage), will be cancelled when
the initiating state has been restored .
8.1.3 Common Audio Path
On this system, a common audio path is connected to all amplifiers, a second audio output is also
provided as part of the A/B interlink to facilitate dual system working (where required).
For duplicated systems, whenever the system is playing a pre-recorded message from either the PABX
circuit, Page/Party or the Alarm Generator, there is the potential for the two systems to be out of sync.
This cannot be allowed as each system has speakers in the same areas.
When the system is required to replay messages, only the A system actually plays them. The A system
also routes the audio to its A/B audio output. The B system uses its A/B input instead of its own.
Whilst this is in progress for alarms, the B system checks that A/B audio detect is active. If it is not, it
signals an A/B audio fault and replays from its own alarm generator instead. This is not carried out for
PABX, Page/Party audio since this is not a high integrity feature, and as the audio is speech, there may
be gaps in it which cause the audio detector to drop out. The PA system also checks that the B system
is outputting on its A/B audio output and, if it is not, signals a fault.
8.1.4 Amplifier Control
Dual/Single 300W (Class D) slave power amplifiers, are fitted into the cabinet. Each amplifier is housed
in a low profile 2u 19” mounting case and is provided with an integral dual thermostatically controlled
fans for forced air cooling of the heatsink.
A 10-way ribbon cable loops from the Controller Unit down the rear of the amplifier units and provides:
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I. An isolated RS485 data pair for controlling up to 64 amplifiers. All amplifiers are connected to the
data pair in a multi-drop configuration. Each amplifier has its own unique address set within the
amplifier. In normal use, the control system repeatedly sends data to the amplifiers to turn on and
off. The amplifiers are programmed so that if they do not receive these messages with a defined
time, they default to the on state. The amplifiers respond to the polls by sending information
about their fault state back to the control unit.
II. For duplicated systems a second separately isolated data pair is also provided. This repeats the
data which is sent to the local amplifiers. This second data pair is used to control the remote
system’s amplifiers if there is a fault in the remote system. In normal operation, there will be no
amplifier responses on this second data link as it is not physically connected to anything.
III. Zone ‘0’ common audio at 0dBm. Broadcast audio, either speech messages or emergency
alarms are present on this isolated audio pair.
8.1.5 Alarm Beacon Outputs
Where very noisy areas of the complex prohibit efficient use of the PAGA loudspeaker coverage,
supplementary visual alarms may be employed. High intensity xenon discharge beacons are provided
which are triggered during Alarm Broadcast conditions only.
A maximum of 8 open collector beacon loop outputs may be provided. The event which initiates
each of the 8 beacon outputs is configurable. Refer to Operating Instructions Appendix G.
Also, the time for which each output remains active is configurable. The beacon outputs are used to
drive relays. The relays themselves are PCB mounted on a Beacon Relay Switching Card.
The eight channel alarm beacon relay switching card is fitted in the Cabinet. Dual relay changeover
contact outputs CON1 to CON8 are provided which switch the Beacon energisation voltage.
The Beacon Power is fed from its dedicated MCB or RCB.
8.1.6 Visual Application (Option)
A feature is provided whereby System Operational and Fault Status can be monitored remotely from
the PAGA Equipment via an Ethernet link.
An embedded web server card is located in the System Cabinet(s) and connects to the Controller
RS232 port and via an Ethernet link.
The unique IP address of each web server board enables remote monitoring of the System. The board
may be LAN or WAN, direct PC or in turn connected to the Internet giving world-wide access to
system monitoring without dedicated viewer software.
System monitoring is divided into web pages, with the web server opening a general introductory
page.
Control unit input and output functions are monitored by selecting the Control Unit and Signals. From
this page the real time state of the systems alarm and beacon outputs, together with the control inputs
can be monitored. This enables the user to monitor all inputs from other devices such as the fire & gas
system, therefore extending the monitoring capacity of the web server connection. Additionally, it
allows the user to have a remote display of all current messages seen on the control unit LCD within
the main Elemec plus equipment cabinets.
The Access Panel monitoring page mimics the layout and operation of Access Panels connected to
the Elemec plus control unit being viewed.
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As key functions are operated the monitoring panel mimics the LED’s indicating the selection of
functions and/or Alarms.
A drop-down menu located at the top of the page permits the selection of one or all Access Panels.
System Event logs can also be viewed.
Refer to Appendix H for detailed Operation.
8.1.7 Loudspeaker Muting
Loudspeaker Mute outputs are provided. These may be used for switching relays to mute speakers
in certain areas when microphone broadcasts are in progress (eg. mute the speaker in a particular
area whilst an access panel is in use in that area to prevent feed-back). The relays themselves are
PCB mounted (on interface blocks) within the Cabinet.
8.1.8 RS232 Port
A fully fitted RS232 port is provided for connection to a PC or modem. This allows update of the
configuration parameters.
8.1.9 System Integrity
The Central Equipment Cabinet incorporates automatic monitoring circuitry to provide an early
warning of system malfunction, and give immediate and convenient system status information to the
maintenance personnel. The following circuitry and items are continually monitored and faults
flagged if any has failed:
 Amplifiers .
 Access panel data link – polled every 50 m/secs (4 successive fails required to generate a fault).
 Access panel audio path – tested approximately every 20 seconds (4 successive fails required to
generate a fault).
 Access panel stuck key – if an access panel transmits the same key, press information for 90
seconds, the key is assumed to be stuck or the panel is faulty and a PERSISTENT DATA error is
generated, and the panel will be locked out.
 Alarm generator – whilst in use the audio output is checked. Whilst not in use, the alarm generator
generates the first four alarms in turn for 2 seconds and checks for the presence of audio.
 A/B – in duplicated systems comparisons are made between the two system. See A/B working
section.
Features included to provide a high system integrity are as follows:
8.1.9.1 Fall-back Operation
A hardware circuit is provided which overrides the action of the micro-controller and forces the
system into a known state.
The circuit comprises the alarm generator with four front panel alarm switches, socket for
microphone and PTT switch, each switch with its own integral LED. When any of these switches is
operated, a logic signal is generated which disconnects the micro-controller from the alarm generator
circuit and which operates relays which route the audio output from the fall-back circuit to both the
audio 0 (to amplifiers) and audio 1 (to remote system) outputs. Another relay disconnects the control
data link to the amplifiers so that all amplifiers default to the ‘ON’ condition.
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If the PTT switch is operated whilst a fall-back alarm is in progress, the alarm continues but is
attenuated whilst the PTT switch is pressed.
8.1.9.2 Fully Duplicated System (A/B)
Where two complete systems are provided, they are designated A and B systems. In normal use,
both systems are fully operational – each system providing outputs to speakers in each zone.
Provision is made for one system to control the amplifiers of the other if a fault occurs in one system.
Default paths are provided should both systems fail.
 A/B Status Link

The A/B data link passes current system status between the two systems. Any difference
between the two indicates a fault and highlights the fault source. However, it does not indicate
whether the fault is on the A or B system.
 Single System Fault

In the event of a serious fault on one system, the system assumes ‘crash’ state. In this state,
the common audio output (which is linked to all the amplifier inputs) in the fault system is
disconnected from its control system and routed to the A/B audio output from the working
system. The working system will be aware of the fault on the other system (via the A/B data
link) and will route appropriate audio to its A/B output.
Under these conditions, the amplifier control data link is also disconnected from the fault
control system and routed to the working system. This allows the working system to also
control the amplifiers of the faulty system.
The audio paths described above are also the default condition if the control unit is
unpowered.
 Double System Fault

If both systems fail, both systems assume the ‘crash’ state described above. This leaves all of
the amplifier data links disconnected so that all amplifiers default to ‘ON’. If fall-back mode is
initiated on either system, the audio from the fall-back circuit is routed to both sets of
amplifiers. If fall-back mode is initiated on both systems, then each system will output its own
fall-back audio.
 Alarm Broadcast Synchronism

To prevent alarm tone beating alarm audio is normally passed from the A system to the B
system over the A/B audio link. In alarm mode, the A system routes its internal alarm
generator to its outputs and also to its A/B audio output. The B system routes its A/B audio
inputs to its outputs and its own alarm generator to its A/B audio output only.
In alarm sounding mode, both systems monitor the incoming audio on the A/B link as a check
of the other system’s generator. If the B system does not detect the presence of audio on its
A/B audio input, it uses its own alarm generators instead, outputting the alarm to both the
required zones and its own A/B audio output. If the A system does not detect the presence of
audio on its own A/B audio input, it logs this as a fault.
If at any time either system detects that its own alarm generator is not functioning, it flags this,
and when alarms are required uses the audio from the A/B link instead of its own generator.
 PABX Access
Dual systems utilise two telephone access units, one unit housed within each controller. Each
comprises a proprietary interface unit with additional components to provide isolated dual
audio and control inputs and outputs. During PABX access, only the A system generates
responses to the phone (DTMF tones or message playback). This prevents the two systems
from both trying to drive the phone simultaneously. If set for record/playback mode, both
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systems record the audio sources. During playback, the A system will playback the audio to is
outputs and to its A/B audio output. The B system routes its A/B audio input to its outputs and
its own playback audio to its A/B audio output only. If, during playback, the B system does not
detect audio on its A/B audio input, it plays back the message itself (this is a similar operation
to the alarm mode described above). If the A system does not detect audio in its A/B audio
input, it flags a fault.
8.1.9.3 Remote Access Panels Controlled by Data Links
The 16 panels are arranged in four groups of four, each group sharing a common audio pair, but
each panel has its own dedicated data pair. However, the control unit treats the four panels within
one group as being on a common data bus. A cable fault on the audio pair would affect all the
panels within one group but would not affect other groups.
8.1.9.4 Fault Detection Monitoring
Monitoring functions are included to provide high system integrity. Monitoring of any particular
function may be suspended whenever that function is being used. When any fault is detected, the
urgent or non-urgent fault output is set (urgency of particular fault type is configurable). The LCD
displays the current fault and the sound emits an alert tone.
 Access Panel Audio Inputs
Each remote access panel generates a unique DTMF string on its audio output in response to a
command from the control unit. The control unit detects the string and, if not received correctly,
flags a fault. DTMF string sent is determined from the panel’s unique ID, which is set by DIP
switches within the access panel.
 Amplifiers
Each amplifier includes self-monitoring circuits. When any of these detects a fault, the fault is
relayed to the control unit via the serial data link. If any amplifier is found to be faulty, the fault
is flagged and the hot standby amplifier is used in its place.
 Access Panel Fault
In addition to audio monitoring described above, the data link to each panel is monitored. If any
panel is found to be continually transmitting the same switch information for more than the time
configured, the panel is assumed to have faulty switches. The fault is logged and the panel is
‘locked out’ so that it cannot access the system.
Similarly, any panel which has accessed the system for any purpose other than alarm
activation, and which does not cancel the access within the time configured, is assumed to be
faulty. The fault is logged and panel is ‘locked out’.
The panel is released from the ‘locked out’ condition by acceptance of the fault at the main
equipment rack.
 Alarm Generator Integrity
Whilst the system is not generating alarms, the alarm generator is repeatedly activated (sequentially
generating each of the first four tones). An audio detection circuit is connected to its output. If,
whilst the alarm generator is on, the detection circuit does not detect audio, a fault is flagged.
 Watchdog
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The control unit includes a hardware watchdog circuit. The circuit must be continually refreshed
from the micro-controller to prevent it from generating a hardware reset. The circuit also
monitors power supply to generate resets if brown outs occur. The circuit also controls the
‘crash’ mode relays to ensure that the relays drop back to fault condition if the processor stops
running.
 Amplifier Fault Monitoring
Each installed amplifier is capable of performing d.c. earth leakage and a.c. load monitoring
tests to verify equipment availability Amplifier status is indicated locally at each LCD display and
via, an RS485 data link, at the System Controller.
Amplifier Line Sensing
A 20 KHz test tone is driven periodically (approximately 2 seconds, every 30 seconds) though
the amplifiers into the loudspeaker network. The loudspeakers represent a fixed load and as
such can be current monitored to signal an approximate 30% load change as well as open
circuit and short circuit conditions. As each amplifier loudspeaker distribution network is
different, dependant upon types and quantity of loudspeakers connected a line CALIBRATION
must be performed on each amplifier to determine the load detection thresholds .
Earth Leakage
A monitoring circuit is connected between the distribution network screen and one of the cores
of the 100V line output.
If the impedance between these two points drops below a pre-determined value (@ 100kohm) a
fault condition is signalled.
 Hot Standby Amplifier
Each system provides control for up to 64 power amplifiers arranged in up to 8 zones. Multiple
amplifiers can be nominated as ‘hot standby’ for use should any of the other amplifiers fail. The
output of this ‘hot standby’ amplifier is routed through all of the other amplifiers via relays so that
as soon as one amplifier fails, the standby amp takes over driving the associated speakers for
that amplifier. This action simultaneously disconnects the standby amplifier from any other
amplifiers to prevent it being presented with multiple loads in the event of multiple amplifier
failure. The physical wiring between the amplifiers determines which amplifier has priority in the
event of multiple amplifier failures.(Amplifier closest to the Standby Amplifier will have priority in
the event of multiple amplifier failures)
 A/B Condition Mismatch

A serial data link connects the two systems. This reports switch input and fault status between
the two systems. If a mismatch occurs, the fault is logged in both systems.
8.1.10 Fault/Event Log
A real time clock with battery back-up is used to time/date stamp events and faults. The log is held
in non-volatile memory. If the memory is close to being filled without the log having been
downloaded, a non-urgent fault is generated. If the memory becomes filled it is then overwritten.
Every time an event/fault occurs, an entry is made in the internal event/fault log. A similar entry is
made when the fault or event is cleared. Repeated detection of the same fault will not cause
repeated entries to be made (unless the fault is cleared in between). In addition, an entry is made
every hour to ensure the system is functioning correctly. If the log is not cleared, it will be
overwritten.
The log can be viewed/downloaded via the Ethernet link on the Visual Application Web Server.
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8.1.11 A/B Working (Duplicated & N+ 1 Systems)
There are several aspects to duplicated A/B systems working. This section describes them.
8.1.11.1 A/B Interlink
This is a fully duplex RS485 data link connected between the A and B systems via either wire or a
single mode Fibre Optic interface. The link is opto-isolated and uses the H8 UARTO.
The purpose of the link is to transfer fault/event/status information between the two systems to check
that both systems are operating identically. If a difference is seen between the two, a fault must be
flagged, but both systems will continue to operate, as it is impossible to tell which system is at fault.
Although fault information may be passed between the two systems, a difference in fault status does
not generate an A/B fault as there is no reason why a fault on one system should be expected on the
other system.
A fault is generated if both systems are configured as A or B.
If a fall-back switch or AMP C/O (not N+1) is operated on either system, this is also relayed over the
A/B link as there is no other way the partner system can know.
8.1.11.2 Audio Synchronisation
Whenever the system is playing a pre-recorded message from either the R/P (Record/Playback)
circuit or the Alarm Generator, there is the potential for the two systems to be out of sync. This is not
desirable as each system could have speakers in the same areas.
When the system is required to replay messages, only the A system (Master) actually plays them.
The A system also routes the audio to its A/B audio output. The B system uses its A/B audio input
instead of its own message generator.
Whilst this is in progress for alarms, the B system checks that A/B audio detect is active. If it is not, it
signals an A/B audio fault and replays from its own alarm generator instead. This is not carried out
for R/P audio since this is not a high integrity feature, and as the audio is speech there may be gaps
in it which would cause the audio detector to drop out. The A system also checks that the B system
is outputting on its A/B audio output and, if it is not, signals a fault.
8.1.11.3 Alarm Generator Checking
Whilst an alarm is in progress, both systems route their alarm audio to their A/B audio output.
If either system detects that its own alarm generator has failed, it flags a fault and uses the audio
from its A/B audio input instead when the failed alarm tone is required.
If either system detects that the other system’s alarm generator has failed (by loss of audio on its
own A/B audio input) and the failed system has not detected itself, the system flags an A/B audio
input fault.If either system detects that its own alarm generator has failed during normal operation, it
transfers this information over the A/B link. The partner system then knows that when an alarm
broadcast is required, it must use its own generator and not expect audio from the A/B input. The
failed system must also know that it has to use its A/B input instead of its own generator.
8.1.11.4 PABX Working
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Both systems are fitted with PABX interfaces connected to the same phone line. When a call is
made to the system, both systems see the ringing signal. The A system is programmed to answer
the call before the B system. The B system only answers the call if the A system does not.
When the call is answered, the B system behaves exactly as it would if it had answered the call
itself, except that it does not output OFF HOOK signal, and it uses its A/B audio input instead of its
PABX audio input. During the call, the A system routes all the audio it sees from its PABX audio
input to its A/B audio output.
8.1.11.5 Fall-back
When either system’s fall-back switches are operated, this must be reported over the A/B data link.
The other system must recognise this and enable all amplifiers and route its A/B audio input to all
zones.
If both systems’ fall-back switches have been operated, the two systems will run independently.
NOTE: the fall-back switches are only meant to be used if the system has failed. If this is the case,
the failed system may not be able to report to the other system that its switches have been operated.
8.1.11.6 Amplifier Change Over
Each control unit includes TWO R485 data links for controlling amplifiers. These are labelled
LOCAL and REMOTE.
In normal operation, the control unit controls its own amplifiers via its LOCAL data port. However, it
should also attempt to control the amplifiers in the other rack via its REMOTE data port. In normal
operation, it will not see any response from this port as the remote amplifiers are in fact connected to
their own control unit.
In the event of a CRASH (or power fail) within the system, or the AMP C/O switch being operated,
the amplifiers of the affected system are connected to the REMOTE data port of the other system.
The audio input for the amplifiers is connected directly to the A/B audio output of the other system.
The other system, therefore, has complete control of the amplifiers in the affected system.
If both AMP C/O switches are operated, each system controls the other system’s amplifiers. If a
system is in CRASH (or power fail) state, it cannot control either its own or the other systems
amplifiers, as the data ports are disconnected. If both systems CRASH, data is lost to both sets of
amplifiers so all amplifiers default to ‘enabled’ allowing FALL-BACK mode to continue working.
Operation of the AMP C/O (not N+1) switch on a unit causes AMPS TO REMOTE to be displayed on
the unit’s LCD.
8.1.12 PABX Interface Unit
An interface unit is provided to allow subscribers access to the PAGA system. The unit requires to
see, as an output from the PABX:
a) Ringing 23-75V, 17-25 Hz
To make a broadcast over the PAGA system via the PABX, an access code must be dialled.
The PABX then applies ringing voltage to the interface unit, which is configured to simulate a
subscribers 2 wire telephone extension. Circuitry within the unit detects ringing and produces a
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SEIZE condition. An access beep tone is issued to the call originator. Key in # or hang up at the
completion of the message, to initiate replay of the recording.
Key in * and replace handset to clear the message prior to broadcast.
8.2 Access Panels
Several types of access panel are available for use with the PAGA system equipment. The panels
are available in five basic formats – Desktop, 19”, Indoor Bulkhead, Outdoor Stainless Steel &
Outdoor GRP mounting. Each variant uses the same panel insert (except GRP version).
Gooseneck, fist or fixed microphones are utilsed.
(For I.S. versions refer to – “Intrinsically Safe Microphone Access Panel, Technical & Operating
Manual” Appendix F)
8.2.1 Desktop Access Access Panel
The access unit is free standing, desktop mounted, and is designed to be used an office
environment. The fabricated mild steel case is fitted in dark grey and has fitted to the front a
universal access panel insert, and a flexible 300mm gooseneck microphone. Cable entry is through
15 way ‘D’ connector(s) fitted to the rear of the unit. To open the unit, six cross head screws on the
panel insert need to be removed. The unit opens from the top, to reveal attached the line driver PCB
assembly. 5m flying leads connect the ‘D’ socket terminations into a local J.B. (supplied by others).
The access panel insert assembly comprises a 3mm mild steel plate fully pieced to accommodate all
switch positions, a textured polycarbonate overlay with ‘cut outs’ at each used switch location, and
two rear-mounted circuit boards. The keypad PCB fits directly behind the panel and houses all
momentary operation push button switches, together with user operational and fault status LEDs.
The audio PCB provides the interface with the central equipment (over a 3 pair cable) and the
keypad PCB.
8.2.1.1 Features and Facilities
 Front Panel User Interfaces
Microphone – fist microphone (with integral switch) or stem microphone
Front panel switches – up to 30 switches can be fitted

Unused switch locations are blanked off
Typical functions are:
 Zone selection for Routine Speech broadcasts

 Alarm Initiation
 Alarm Cancel
 Alarm Attenuate or Mute
 PTT Routine Speech
 PTT Emergency Speech
 Lamp Test
 System Operational Status LED’s
 Fist/Gooseneck or fixed microphone
 Other pushbuttons or LED’s indications
Refer to the General Arrangement drawings to determine the features and facilities for each Access
Panel for this Project.
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 A dynamic fist or gooseneck microphone, on the Engineers Panel (note Controller mic
used)
Sounder – emits confirmation beep each time a switch is pressed. (not I.S. Units)
Switch LED – lights when switch press has been accepted by the control system.
Status LEDs – (8 LEDs per system) under the control of the control system. Normally used to
indicate system activity status including:
Panel Healthy
System Healthy
PA in Use
Auto Alarm
Manual Alarm
Urgent Fault
Fault
Lock-Out
VU LEDs – (4 LEDs per system) indicating microphone signal strength or output level
 Electrical Connections
The following connections are provided:
DC power (24V DC)

Audio pair – uni-directional audio from the access panel to the control unit
Data pair – RS485 semi-duplex data to/from the control unit
8.2.1.2 Functions
 Principle of Operation
The controller unit constantly polls the access panel via the serial data link. The poll message
includes information telling the unit which LEDs to light, and the panel responds by sending data
relating to what switches have been pressed or released. The status of the LEDs is thus
controlled by the controller unit, not the panel itself (excluding the VU LEDs – see below).
Similarly, the panel itself does not interpret key presses – it simply passes information about
which switches have been pressed to the controller unit. Each time a key press is detected, the
panel emits a short beep as a confidence tone to confirm that the key press as been detected
(not I.S. Panels). The appropriate switch LED is actually lit when the signal is sent from the
panel to the control unit and the control unit returns the command for the LED to light.
An interrupt output is also provided which may be used to signal to the control unit that a key has
been pressed, causing the control unit to suspend normal polling and interrogate that panel
instead (not used).
 Front Panel Switches
Each switch has dual segregated contacts for use in A/B duplicated systems. Each switch
contact is connected to a PCB, which is linked to system equipment cabinet. Each switch has
associated LEDs to indicate receipt of information by the system(s).
The software caters for up to 32 switches. The additional two switches are not physically fitted,
but the connections for these are available on the PCB and may be wired to external switches,
eg. fist microphone PTT switch.
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 Duplication
The panel may have two sets of electronics fitted provided for duplicated system operation.
Each switch (including the rear switches) has dual contacts – one set for each system. The
microphone is common between the two systems, but is coupled via an audio transformer with
twin secondaries to provide separate galvanically isolated feeds to the two systems.
 Data Link
The data link is semi-duplex RS485. Although each panel has an individual data pair linking it to
the control unit, the control unit treats the panels as being multi-dropped on the same pair.
Thus, each panel has to have a unique ID. This is set by means of a HEX switch on the PCB.
In duplicated systems, both switches must be set identically.
 DTMF Generator
Four panels may be connected to the same audio pair. To facilitate panel testing, each panel
includes a DTMF generator which can generate tones related to the ID of the panel. The control
unit decodes these tones to determine the presence of the panel.
 Audio Pair
Up to four panels may be connected to each audio group input on the control unit. To prevent
conflicts, each panel only connects to the audio pair when it is in use (transmitting either
microphone or DTMF audio). Under fault conditions, the audio is automatically disconnected to
allow other panels to operate normally.
 VU Meter
An LED VU meter is provided to indicate the level of audio being sent to the audio pair. The red
LED lights when the signal is within 6dB of the maximum permitted level. The 3 green LEDs
each represent 6dB steps below this level.
 Audio Conditioning
A 2:1 compressor is provided on the microphone input. As previously mentioned, bass, treble
and volume controls are also implemented.
 Lamp Test
An additional button is provided to facilitate LED testing. When operated, each switch LED is lit
sequentially. This process does not involve the control unit and is, thus, a test of the LEDs
themselves rather than a test of the whole system.
8.2.2 19” Access Panel
The 19” Control Panel is a self-contained unit specifically designed for 19” rack/console mounting.
The fascia plate is of 3mm mild steel painted black semi-gloss and rebated to accommodate the
universal access panel insert. The access panel insert assembly comprises a 3mm mild steel plate
fully pierced to accommodate all switch positions, a textured polycarbonate overlay with ‘cut outs’ at
each used switch location, and one rear-mounted circuit board. The keypad PCB fits directly behind
the panel and houses all the momentary operation push button switches, together with user
operational and fault status LED’s. The audio PCB provides the interface with the central equipment
(over a 3 pair cable) and the keypad PCB.
All other aspects of the unit are similar to the Desktop Panel
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8.2.3 Indoor Bulkhead Control Unit
The access unit is bulkhead mounted, and is designed to be used in an indoor environment. Fixing is
via 4 external lugs on the unit, utilizing 4 x M10 bolts. The fabricated mild steel enclosure is finished
in grey and has fitted to the front a universal access panel insert and a fist microphone c/w stowage
bracket attached to the left hand side of the enclosure. Cable entry is through 2 x 20mm glands fitted
to the bottom of the unit. To open the unit, four captive hexagon bolts on the front plate need to be
loosened. The front plate(door) hinges from the left hand side, to reveal attached the line driver PCB
assembly, and ribbon to terminal interface PCB’s suitable for wire sizes up to 2.5mm².
All other aspects of the unit are identical to the Desktop Access Panel.
8.2.4 Outdoor Stainless Steel Bulkhead Access Panel
The access unit is bulkhead mounted, and is IP66 rated with the door closed. Fixing is via 4 external
lugs on the unit, utilizing 4 x M6 bolts. The fabricated stainless steel enclosure has fitted behind the
door a universal access panel insert and a fist microphone c/w stowage bracket. Cable entry is
through 2 x 20mm glands fitted to the bottom of the unit. To gain access to the termination area,
open the door, then four hexagon bolts on the access panel front plate need to be removed. The
plate is then lifted to reveal attached the line driver PCB assembly, and ribbon to terminal interface
PCB’s (mounted on rear gear plate) suitable for wire sizes up to 2.5mm².
All other aspects of the unit are similar to the Desktop Panel.
8.2.5 Outdoor GRP Bulkhead Access Panel
The Panel is ingress protection rated IP66 for external use.
Fixing is via 4 NR M8 bolts through the enclosure rear corner tabs.
The carbon loaded glass reinforced polyester enclosure is provided with up to 4 pushbutton switches
of momentary operation, status indicator LED’s (Panel Healthy, Panel Lock out) and a fixed
microphone. The unit opens to reveal attached the electronics PCB assembly inclusive of field
terminals.
All other aspects of the unit are similar to the Desktop Panel (except VU, Status LED’s and Lamp
Test).
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9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
9.1 Introduction
The PA/GA system comprises of:
i) Central Equipment Cabinet(s)

ii) PAGA Access Panel(s)
iii) PABX telephone access (digital storage and replay or Live)
iv) Loudspeakers
v) Beacons (where fitted)
When operated in accordance with the Manual the PAGA system provides the user with all the facilities
required to enable routine and vital broadcasts to be distributed to all areas of the complex.
Access to the system for paging purposes is on a 'Priority' basis

i.e. An access regime is pre-determined at the central equipment which allows access inputs of
higher priority to interrupt or bar broadcasts from access units of a lower priority.
9.2 Operating Instructions
Operation and functionality varies for different Projects, depending on hardware and software
configuration, refer to Appendix G for detailed Operating Instructions for this Project.
9.3 Emergency Fall-back
A hardware circuit is provided at the Controller Unit which overrides the action of the micro-controller
and forces the equipment into an Emergency Broadcast state(this should only be used should
operation from the Access Panels be inoperative).
The circuit comprises an alarm tone generator with four panel mounted alarm initiated switches,
microphone and PTT switch. It is usual to allocate the four highest priority alarms to this facility.
Press an Alarm pushbutton. The alarm is broadcast at FSD over all amplifiers. Whilst the alarm is
sounding operate the PTT and note that the alarm broadcast volume is reduced and that an
Emergency announcement can be made over all areas. Repeat for other Alarms as required.
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10 MAINTENANCE
10.1 Introduction
Complex systems such as the Public Address and Alarm System here described require to be
regularly inspected and the necessary preventative and routine maintenance tasks performed.
Maintenance work of this nature shall be undertaken by competent and qualified personnel only.
These maintenance notes cover:
i) the central control and amplifier equipment

ii) the field loudspeakers
10.2 Central Equipment Cabinet & Access Panels
Situated in a clean area this equipment will not suffer mechanical degradation to the same extent as
the externally mounted equipment. Routine maintenance tasks are:
10.2.1 Visual/Mechanical Inspection - 3 Monthly Intervals
i) Check on the Controller Unit status display that:
Panel Status LED is Green and Flashing

System Status LED is Green and Steady
All Red Failure indicators are OFF
No faults are indicated on the system status LCD
ii) Check at each Access Panel that:
The Green System Healthy indicator is illuminated

The Green Panel Healthy is illuminated
All other indications are extinguished
iii) On each amplifier unit check the LCD indicates:
Amplifier identity (ID x)

Zone allocation (Zy)
Fault status (Healthy OK)
Observe that the periodically (approx. every 2 mins) the output bargraph displays 1 segment
illuminated.
Electrical Inspection – Annually
As the equipment is self monitoring and designed fail safe virtually all failure modes should be
instantaneously raised. The 3 month visual/mechanical checks performed will highlight any non-
alarming failure. Ideally a complete system function/failure test programme should be performed on
the equipment on a yearly basis based on the system commissioning specification.
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It is recommended that as part of the yearly systems check all amplifiers be subjected to a full load
test.
Connect the amplifier output directly to a 300W/33R (100V) or 16R (70V) dummy load
Inject a sine wave signal at 0dBm, 1kHz at amplifier audio input
Observe the 100V/70V line output which should be a clean undistorted sine wave at 280V/200V
pk/pk
Note:
The amplifier contains no user serviceable or adjustable parts. Always refer faults and
problems to Gai-Tronics or an authorised representative. Unauthorised opening, modification
or adjustment of the amplifier will invalidate the warranty on the unit and may compromise
the safety of the amplifier. It may also produce critical faults within the overall system which
could compromise integrity and performance.
10.3 Peripheral Equipment
Loudspeakers
If correctly installed the loudspeakers should require no routine maintenance other than the
replacement of physically damaged units.
An operational check should be made at 3 monthly intervals to ensure that no speaker has failed.
Faults can occur which may be out of range of the Amplifier sensing circuits.
Operational speaker checks may be made by initiating the built in system tick tone facility, and
observing the sound output at each speaker broadcast zone selected.
To activate the Tick-tone facility:
At the Controller Unit, operate the TICK TONE select switch. The associated LED illuminates.
Access the keypad to route the tick tone broadcast through to the appropriate zone amplifiers.
Select Zone (01 for Zone 1)
A single tone chime should be issued over the amplifiers assigned to Zone 1 every 5 seconds
Repeat above for other Zones.
(00 for All Zones)
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10.4 D600i/D300i Amplifier Operation, Fault Monitoring, Configuration and
Calibration
Front view
Rear view
Connection Detail
Introduction
Each low profile 2u high 19” rack mounting case houses one or two 300W amplifier units. Electrically and
mechanically independent each unit shares a common AC/DC input supply lead and output LCD. Two
integral, thermostatically controlled fans provide forced air cooling of the complete assembly.
Note:
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Each amplifier is a single or dual 300W + 300W unit complete with all input power supplies and line
output transformers and as such is VERY HEAVY > 24Kg. Please ensure that all appropriate lifting
precautions are observed.
Note:
The amplifier contains no user serviceable or adjustable parts. Always refer faults and problems to
Gai-tronics or an authorised representative. Unauthorised opening, modification or adjustment of the
amplifier will invalidate the warranty on the unit and may compromise the safety of the amplifier.
Amplifier Configuration and Calibration

Amplifier Identity (ID)
Each amplifier within a system must have a unique ID within the range 1-64. The ID of the amplifier
is shown on the amplifier’s LCD. The change the ID, proceed as follows:
Press the MENU SET pushbutton

• The amplifier LCD displays “Calibrate >Amp A”
YES
Press the ^ (up arrow) twice
• The amplifier LCD displays “>Amplifier A ID”

1
• The amplifier LCD displays “ Amplifier A ID”
>1
Press the v or ^ (down or up arrow) to change the ID no: eg 3 = ^ 2 times
• The amplifier LCD displays “>Amplifier A ID”
3
Press the ^ (up arrow)
• The amplifier LCD displays “>Amplifier B ID”
1
• The amplifier LCD displays “ Amplifier B ID”
>1
Press the v or ^ (down or up arrow) to change the ID no: eg 4 = ^ 3 times
• The amplifier LCD displays “>Amplifier B ID”

4
Press the ^ (up arrow) twice
• The amplifier LCD displays > Exit
Save
Press the MENU SET pushbutton to move the arrow to select Save
• The amplifier LCD displays Exit
> Save
Press the MENU SET pushbutton to save the settings and return to normal display
Amplifier Fault Monitoring

Each installed amplifier is capable of performing d.c. earth leakage and a.c. load monitoring tests to
verify equipment availability Amplifier status is indicated locally at each LCD display and via, an
RS485 data link, at the System Controller.
Amplifier Line Sensing
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A 20 KHz test tone is driven periodically (approximately 2 seconds, every 1 minute) though the
amplifiers into the loudspeaker network. The loudspeakers represent a fixed load and as such can
be current monitored to signal an approximate 30% load change as well as open circuit and short
circuit conditions. As each amplifier loudspeaker distribution network is different, dependant upon
types and quantity of loudspeakers connected a line CALIBRATION must be performed on each
amplifier to determine the load detection thresholds .
To calibrate the line for Amp A:

YES
Press the MENU SET pushbutton to move the arrow to select YES
• The amplifier LCD displays “Calibrate Amp A”
>YES
Calibration test is automatically performed

• The amplifier status LED changes from green to amber and then back to green
YES
Press the v (down arrow) pushbutton
• The amplifier LCD displays > Exit
Save
Press the MENU SET pushbutton to move the arrow to select Save
• The amplifier LCD displays Exit
> Save
Press the MENU SET pushbutton to save the settings and return to normal display
To verify correct operation of the Amplifier:
Simulate a line fault by changing the test load conditions of the100V line output of Amplifier 1.
• Amplifier displays HIGH LOAD or LOW LOAD
• Audible warning buzzer sounds at central equipment
• System Status LCD indicates ‘N/F: LOCAL AMP 1 LOAD SENSE HIGH (LOW)`
• The standby amplifier is connected “On Line” (where fitted)
• At the Microphone access panels SYSTEM HEALTHY LED extinguishes & the FAULT LED
illuminates
• Controller System Status HEALTHY LED changes colour from green to amber
• System fault contacts change state
Accept the fault, restore the connection and press RESET.

• The system reverts to normal “HEALTHY” working
Note: the system will automatically return to a healthy condition once the connection has been
restored and the system has completed a line sense test.
Simulate faults on other amplifier output lines as required.
Other amplifier output lines can be re-calibrated in a similar manner.
Earth Leakage
A monitoring circuit is connected between the distribution network screen and one of the cores of the
100V / 70V line output.
If the impedance between these two points drops below a pre-determined value (@ 100kohm) a fault
condition is signalled.
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To verify correct operation simulate a DC leakage to the 100V / 70V line by connecting a 1K resistor
between either +VE or –VE leg and Telecomms Earth:
Observe that:
 Amplifier displays EARTH FAULT

 Audible warning buzzer sounds at central equipment
 System Status LCD indicates AMPLIFIER 1 EARTH LEAKAGE FAULT
 System fault contacts change state.
Accept the fault, remove the 1k link and press reset to revert to normal “HEALTHY” working.
Other Amplifiers are similarly monitored for DC earth leakage.
10.5 Beacons
If installed the Beacons should require no routine maintenance other than the replacement of
physically damaged units.
An operational check should be made at 3 monthly intervals to ensure that no Beacon has failed .
10.6 Fault Handling
When a fault occurs, the buzzer on the Controller Unit sounds and the fault is displayed on the LCD.
The buzzer may be silenced by pressing the FAULT ACCEPT BUTTON. If any new fault is
generated, the buzzer will sound again. If multiple faults are present, pressing FAULT ACCEPT will
accept all the faults and silence the buzzer. The faults will continue to be displayed on the LCD,
each one displayed for approximately 1 second at a time.
Some faults are self-clearing (ie. they will be removed from the fault list as soon as they are no
longer present). Others require the system to be RESET (by pressing the FAULT RESET) in order
to clear them. Faults which are not self-clearing are:
Any DEVICE TIME OUT

ACCESS PANEL AUDIO PATH FAULT
ACCESS PANEL PERSISTENT DATA
ALARM GENERATOR FAULT
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A/B AUDIO FAULT
AMPLIFIER FUSE FAIL
If a fault has been generated and not accepted, the buzzer will sound until the fault clears itself or is
accepted. If the fault clears but other faults are still present, the buzzer will continue to sound (even
if the other faults had previously been accepted).
All faults may be designated as URGENT or NON-URGENT. Urgent faults are preceded by U/F on
the LCD, non-urgent ones by N/F.
Two relay outputs are provided which de-energise when the respective fault type is present.
NOTE: Pressing FAULT RESET re-initialises the system.
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10.7 System Status LCD Indications & Fault Guide
CODE:
T) - LCD TOP ROW U/F - URGENT FAULT
B) - LCD BOTTOM ROW N/F - NON URGENT FAULT
tt - 24 Hr Clock A/B - SYSTEM 'A' & SYSTEM 'B'
dd - Calendar Ix - AMPLIFIER IDENTITY
'N' - Quantity/Number Zy - BROADCAST ZONE
ITEM No. ACTIVITY CONTROLLER LCD INDICATION AMPLIFIER LCD DESCRIPTION

INDICATION
1 System amplifier T) - BLANK T) ID x: Zy CF Present for approx 6 seconds at power up.
energisation B) – INITIALISING B) ID x: Zy CF
1.1 Idle T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy HEALTHY OK System idle and in a no fault condition
B) – HEALTHY B) ID x: Zy HEALTHY OK
2 Power up with T) – BLANK

suspect clock B) – BLANK
(support battery
voltage low)
2.1 System energised T) - 00:00:00 900-02-6400-xxx 01:01:01 Time and date setting default
B) – HEALTHY
3 Routine speech b’cast T) - tt:tt:tt: 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK Healthy legend replaced on Controller for announcement duration.
from any access B) - ACCESS PANEL 'N' ROUTINE SPEECH B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
panel
4 Emergency speech T) - tt:tt:tt: 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
B) - ACCESS PANEL 'N' EMERGENCY B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
SPEECH
5 Manual alarm T) - tt:tt:tt: 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK The two Controller legends are alternately displayed for 3 seconds repeating
triggered B) - ALARM ‘N’ ACTIVE B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
ACCESS PANEL 'N' PLAY MSG
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ITEM No. ACTIVITY CONTROLLER LCD INDICATION AMPLIFIER LCD DESCRIPTION
INDICATION
6 Emergency speech T) - tt:tt:tt: 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK The three Controller legends are alternately displayed for 3 seconds repeating.
during alarms B) - ALARM ‘N’ ACTIVE B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
ACCESS PANEL 'N' PLAY MSG
ACCESS PANEL 'N' EMERGENCY
SPEECH
7 Auto alarms - all T) - tt:tt:tt: 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK The two Controller legends are alternately displayed for 3 seconds repeating
areas B) - ALARM ‘N’ ACTIVE B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
CONTROL INPUT ‘N’ PLAY MSG
8 Alarm cancel T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy HEALTHY OK The Cancel input has no effect on the Auto - Alarms if the inputs remain active
B) – HEALTHY B) ID x: Zy HEALTHY OK
9 PABX access T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK The Controller legend is displayed for the record and playback (or live) cycle.
B) - PABX IN USE B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
10 Fallback operation – T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK All amplifiers enabled.

Emergency speech B) - FALLBACK PTT ACTIVE B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
11 Fallback operation T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy ---------- OK All amplifiers enabled.

alarm initiation B) - FALLBACK 'N' ACTIVE B) ID x: Zy ---------- OK
12 URGENT FAULT
STATUS
12.1 Access panel data T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd Faulty access panel (1-16) disconnected from system
link open or short B) - U/F: ACCESS PANEL 'N' TIME OUT Check access panel data connections
circuit
12.2 Access panel audio T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd Faulty access panel (1-16) disconnected from system
link open or short B) - U/F: ACCESS PANEL 'N' PATH TEST FAIL Check access panel ‘Panel Healthy’ is illuminated.
circuit Check audio connections
12.3 Access panel stuck T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd LCD shows correct operation until fault detected then panel locked out.
(>90sec) key B) - U/F: ACCESS PANEL 'N' PERSISTENT
e.g.Emergency DATA
speech
12.4 A/B link audio pair T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd Fault flagged 5 seconds after attempted system use (speech or alarm broadcast)
disconnected B) - U/F: LOST A/B AUDIO Check level of alarms are set to the same for both systems
12.5 A/B link data pair T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd Fault flagged 5 seconds after attempted system use (speech or alarm broadcast)
disconnected B) - U/F: AB LINK TIMEOUT Check system master keyswitches are set correctly
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ITEM No ACTIVITY CONTROLLER LCD INDICATION AMPLIFIER LCD DESCRIPTION
INDICATION
12.6 Duplicated inputs i.e. T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd Fault flagged 3 seconds after attempted system use (speech or alarm broadcast)
control inputs not B) - U/F: AB EVENT MISMATCH Check access panel addresses are set correctly
present together Check telephone line is connected to both controllers
12.7 System idle – Alarm T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd Failure detected during periodic alarm tone retrieval from storage test
storage EPROM test B) - U/F: ALARM (1,2,3,4) FAULT Check EPROM
12.8 Amplifier data line T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy CF Amplifier disabled due to comms link failure.
open circuit B) - U/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' TIME OUT B) ID x: Zy CF Check amplifier ID’s are correct
(unplugged) Check amplifier data ribbon cable
12.8.1 Reset pressed with T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy CF Attempted RESET without rectifying fault
fault present B) - U/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' NOT DETECTED B) ID x: Zy CF Check amplifier ID’s are correct.
Check amplifier data ribbon cable
Check controller local/remote amplifier change over keyswitch set to local.
12.9 Amplifier High T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy HIGH TEMP HT Amplifier ran for extended periods or fan/thermostat fault. Amplifier will not operate.
temperature B) - U/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' OVER TEMP B) ID x: Zy HIGH TEMP HT
12.10 Amplifier fuse fail T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy POWER FAIL PF Fault flagged on next scan cycle - up to 2.5 minutes. Failed amplifier does not
B) - U/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' FUSE FAIL B) ID x: Zy POWER FAIL PF operate.
12.11 Amplifier shutdown T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy SHUT DOWN SD Amplifier self protects by shutting down if load presented is approaching a short
B) - U/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' SHUT DOWN B) ID x: Zy SHUT DOWN SD circuit.
13 NON URGENT
FAULT STATUS
13.1 Earth leakage test T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy EARTH LEAK EL Breakdown of core to screen on amplifier 100v line distribution - amplifier will
B) - N/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' EARTH SENSE B) ID x: Zy EARTH LEAK EL continue to operate
Check loudspeaker loop (e.g. water ingress)
13.2 Low load T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy LOW LOAD LL Amplifier senses change in loudspeaker load from calibrated value (or maybe
B) - N/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' LOAD SENSE LOW B) ID x: Zy LOW LOAD LL indicate fault y amplifier) and automatically inserts standby amplifier into the failed
amplifier position. Process occurs after 2 scan cycles - up to 5 mins.
13.3 High load T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy HIGH LOAD HL Amplifier senses change in load from calibrated value (or maybe indicate faulty
B) - N/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' LOAD SENSE HIGH B) ID x: Zy HIGH LOAD HL amplifier) and automatically inserts standby amplifier into the failed amplifier
position. Process occurs after 2 scan cycles - up to 5 mins
13.4 Overload T) - tt:tt:tt 900-02-6400-xxx dd:dd:dd T) ID x: Zy OVERLOAD OL Amplifier continues to operate albeit at high broadcast levels symptomatic of a low
B) - N/F: LOCAL AMP 'x' OVERLOAD B) ID x: Zy OVERLOAD OL impedance network.
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10.8 Setting Date and Time
This needs to be done whenever the Controller on-board battery is disconnected and re-connected.
Press and hold the ACCEPT button and, whilst doing so, press the * button on the keypad. The
clock will now stop updating and the cursor will be positioned at the beginning of the date. Enter the
required date and time in the following sequence:
dd/mm/yy/hh/mm/ss
At the end of the sequence, the clock will begin updating and the cursor will disappear.
If you make a mistake during the process, press the # button on the keypad. This will abort the
process and allow it to be restarted.
10.9 Setting Volume Controls
Three programmable volume pots are provided. These are:
POT 1 (AL) – Alarm Volume

POT 2 (PX) – PABX Volume
POT 3 (PP) – Page/Party Volume
To set the pots, press and hold the ACCEPT button and, whilst doing so, press the # button on the
keypad. The POT setting menu will appear on the LCD.
Enter the number of the POT to change (1-3).

Enter the value to set it to in two digits
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Alarm Volume (00-60, 60 being the loudest, 00 being OFF).
PABX, Page/Party Volume (00-35, 35 being the loudest, 00 being OFF).
Invalid entries will not be accepted.
To abort the change, press the # key at any time.
Note you must ensure that the Amplifiers are not being overdriven if the volume controls are
reset. Check the Amplifiers for a clean and undistorted waveform and that the voltage is 280V
pk-pk maximum into a 300W load.
Refer to the FAT Procedure to check the Factory Setting for the Alarm Volume Pot, this value should
never be increased as it would overload or shutdown the Amplifier.
10.10 Fall-back Operation
A set of 5 buttons are provided on the control unit, labelled ‘EMERGENCY OVERRIDE’. These are
intended for use only if the system has crashed. Four of the buttons are for the four alarm tones,
and one is for PTT using the Control Unit microphone. When used, these buttons disconnect the
audio path through the system from microprocessor control and force it to generate alarms and/or
microphone audio to all zones.
If less than four alarms are programmed, the unused switch(es) will still operate, but no audio will be
broadcast.
The microphone and alarm volumes are factory set, and are independent of the programmed
volumes used in normal use.
During operation, the data link to the amplifiers is disconnected. This enables all amplifiers, and the
amplifiers will display COMMS FAIL messages. The fall-back circuitry does not affect ANY
control outputs (signalling relays, beacons, mutes etc.) as it operates on the audio path only.
The alarm switches are latching (ie. press and release to generate the alarm). The alarm is
cancelled by pressing the same alarm switch again. The LED built into the switch shows that the
alarm is active.
The PTT switch is non-latching. If it is operated whilst a fall-back alarm is in progress, the alarm is
attenuated by approximately 12dB. If a fist mic is used, the mic’s PTT switch may be used instead of
the front panel switch.
The fall-back alarms are not prioritised. Pressing one button whilst another is in progress will stop
the current alarm and start the new one.
In duplicated systems, provided both systems are running correctly, the fall-back alarm will be
broadcast on both systems. However, these switches are not intended for use if the system is fully
operational.
When the fall-back mode is cancelled, the system reverts to the state prior to the fall-back (providing
it is fully operational).
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10.11 Fusing
A 19” Power Distribution Panel is fitted in the Central Equipment Cabinet(s), each MCB rating is
clearly marked. All MCB ratings are also indicated on the Power Distribution Internal Wiring
Drawings.
Controller Fusing
The controller has a protected panel at the rear with a swing open access to the system fuses.
Each of the auxiliary external equipment blocks are independently fused with specific values and
types.
A Fuse Pack is also available containing the full range and types of fuses, should they be required.
A Label detailing all fuses and ribbon cable connector designations is fitted to the system for
reference.
The full list of fuses and values are listed below.
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10.12 Controller Rear Connections
Each ribbon cable is labeled with the designated connector number and its function.
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11 SPECIFICATIONS
11.1 Controller
Power Requirements
Supply Voltage 24Vdc +/- 10%
Current Consumption <100mA (unit itself)
Additional power fused (100mA) power feeds provided for:

PABX interface
IS muster panel interface
Beacon switching relays
Mute relays
Access panels
Access Panel Interfaces

Audio Pair
Operating Level 2.2Vpp maximum at 1 kHz
Input Impedance 600 Ohm +/- 50 Ohm at 1 kHz
3dB Bandwidth 100 Hz – 20 kHz (input to zone output)
Data Pair
Un-isolated RS485 Semi-duplex Data
Operating Speed 57.6 kbps
Interrupt Input Pair

0V and pulled-up logic input (short together to activate)
Current Source 100 uA +/- 20uA
Power
Output voltage 24Vdc nominal
Maximum Current 100mA
Zone Audio Outputs

Up to 9 Zone outputs (Zones 0 – 7 and standby)
Isolation >500Vrms
Output Level 2.2Vpp maximum at 1 KHz into 25 Ohm load
THD <1% at 1 KHz at 2.2Vpp into 600 Ohm load
S/N (Access Panel Input) >60dB (10 Hz – 10 KHz)
Additional Facilities on Zone 0 Output

Relay switching to A/B audio input
Relay switching to fall-back circuit audio output
Link by-passed EQ insertion point via rear panel XLRs
Additional facilities on Zone 1 output
Relay switching to fall-back circuit audio output
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Monitor Panel Interface
Real time monitor of record/replay module and abort facility
Audio Output
Isolation 500Vrms
Output Level 2.2Vpp maximum at 1 kHz into 600 Ohm load
Abort Input
Type N/O pull-up contact
O/C Voltage 5Vdc nominal
Current Source 500uA +/- 100uA
Page/Party Audio Interface
Input from page/party audio system – also provides duplicated output for A/B system.
Isolation 500Vrms (input/output and output/output)
Input Level 1.5Vrms maximum 1 kHz
Input Impedance >8 KOhm at 1 kHz (per system)
3dB Bandwidth 100 Hz – 20 kHz (to zone output)
Fall-back Circuit
Emergency microphone input and alarm/important message generator
Microphone input level 50mVrms at 1 kHz for maximum output

Input Impedance 600 Ohm +/- 100 Ohm at 1 KHz
3dB Bandwidth 100 Hz – 20 kHz (to zone output)
Microphone PTT N/O pulled-up contact in parallel to panel

mounted PTT switch
O/C voltage 5Vdc nominal
Current source 1mA +/- 0.5 mA
Alarm Generator Level 2.2Vpp maximum output

Alarm Attenuator -12dB (+/- 2dB)
Control Inputs
For activation of alarms or event triggering
No. of inputs 16
Type Isolated DC voltage inputs OR N/O pulled-up
contacts (link selectable)
DC Voltage
Maximum input voltage 48Vdc
Input Impedance 4700 Ohms
Isolation 1500Vrms input – unit / 500Vrms input – input
Pull-up
Current Source 5mA +/- 1ma
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Control Outputs
Relays
Number 8 (event ent mute, urgent fault, non-urgent fault,
4 alarms)
Type Single pole change-over contact
Isolation 1500Vrms (output - unit)
500Vrms (output - output)
Contact Rating 1A at 30Vdc
Open Collectors
Number 16 (8beacons, 8 mutes)
Maximum Voltage 24Vdc
Maximum Current 20mA each
Beacon Fault Inputs

Number 8
Type N/O pulled-up contact
Amplifier Data Links

Number 2 (1 local amps, 1 remote amps)
Type RS485 semi-duplex
Isolation 1500Vrms (link – unit)
Un-isolated link-link and link-A/B data link
A/B Interlinks
Audio Input
Operating Level 2/2Vpp maximum at 1 kHz
Data Link
Type RS485 fully duplex
Isolation 1500Vrms (link unit )
Un-isolated link amps data links
Auxiliary Input
Audio Input
Operating Level 2.2Vpp maximum at 1 kHz
Control Input
Type N/O pulled-up contact
Operating Conditions
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Temperature Range 20oC to +50oC
Relative Humidity 95%
CE Marking
EMC to EN50 081-2 (emissions) and EN50 082-2 (immunity)
The unit is outside the scope of the Low Voltage Directive
11.2 External Interfaces for Auxiliary Equipment
The following interfaces are provided for the connection of external equipment not normally supplied as part
of the PAGA System:
16 General Purpose Control Inputs

Each individually configurable to require isolated contact closure of DC voltage source (5-24V DC).
Contact closure source 5mA nominal

Voltage input maximum current 8mA (@ 24V DC)
8 Beacon Fault Inputs

Each requires isolated contact closure to activate.
Contact closure current 5mA nominal
8 Control Outputs
8 isolated single pole C/O relay outputs normally configured as follows:
ALARM 1
ALARM 2
ALARM 3
ALARM 4
EVENT
URGENT FAULT
FAULT
ENTERTAINMENT MUTE
Contact rating 1A @ 30V DC
8 Beacon Relay Outputs

8 isolated double pole C/O relay outputs for driving external beacons.
Contact ratings 8A @ 250V AC

8A @ 30V DC
8 Mute Relay Outputs

8 isolated double pole C/O relay outputs for muting external speakers.
Contact ratings 8A @ 250V AC

8A @ 30V DC
Miscellaneous Interfaces
This comprises connections for the following (items marked with * are intended for connection to other
PA/GA system equipment):
* Real-time monitor audio output

* Real-time monitor abort input
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Page-party audio input
* Page-party audio output
Auxiliary audio input
Auxiliary audio enable input
Event audio output
Fused +24V DC for monitor panel
0V
Specifications:
Page party audio input

Input impedance 1800 ohms
Minimum operating level 0.5 vrms (volume adjustable for higher input levels)
Auxiliary audio input

Input impedance 1800 ohms
Maximum operating level 0.775 vrms
Auxiliary enable input

Closure current 500 uA nominal
Event audio output

Nominal output level 0.775 vrms
Output impedance <25 ohms
RS232 Port
Duplicate of the front panel, RS232 port allowing for permanent connection of serial comms
equipment. The following connections are provided at standard (+9V RS232 levels):
0V
TXD
RXD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
RI
DCD
External Interfaces for PA/GA Equipment

The following interfaces are provided for connections to PAGA equipment remote from the rack:
16 Access Panel Interfaces
Each comprising:
Individually fused +24V DC power (100mA)
Separate RS485 data pair
Separate panel interrupt input
Audio pair (1 of 4 groups)
NOTE: Panel 1 connections are duplicated on a 14-way connector for direct ribbon connection of internal
access panel.
Provided on 4 off 40-way connection blocks labelled API/1 to API/4.
A/B Link Interface

This comprises the following connections:
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A/B audio input
A/B audio output
A/B transmit data RS485 pair
A/B receive data RS485 pair
Remote amps out RS485 pair
Remote amps in RS485 pair
Data earth
11.3 Internal Interfaces
The following interfaces are provided for connections between items fitted within the rack:
Amplifier Interface
This connects from the control unit to all amplifiers and to an expansion port if required. It comprises the
following signals:
Common audio pair

RS485 data pair
Isolated ground
Mute Interface
Connects between the Control Unit and the mute relay module. It comprises the following signals:
Fused +24V DC supply

8 off open collector outputs
Beacon Interface
Connects between the control unit and the beacon relay module. It comprises the following signals:
Fused +24V DC supply

8 off open collector outputs for driving beacon relays
8 off beacon fault inputs
0V
11.4 Power Amplifier D600i/D300i
Type: 600W (2 x 300 Watt) or 300W RMS self-monitoring slave power amplifiers for use in high
integrity public address and alarm systems
Mechanical
Material Welded steel tray with vented lid

Finish Textured enamel, stoved
Dimensions 390 x 483 x 88 (D x W x H)
Mounting 19” standard rack, 2u
Audio Connections WAGO 5 way coonector
AC Power IEE Standard Pin
DC Power Molex 2 way 100mm mini fit connector
Weight 24 Kg
Electrical
Supply Options 48V DC, 115/230V AC

Tolerance + 10%
Power Consumption 35VA quiescent
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800VA full load (D600i) / 400VA full load (D300i)
Output Power 1 or 2 x 300W RMS at 100V / 70V line
Input Sensitivity 0.775Vrms (0dBm)
Output Impedance 10 Kohm
Frequency Response 50Hz – 18 KHz
Distortion <2% at 1 KHz, full load
S/N 60dB
Operating Temperature -20 to +50oC
Common connections (rear panel ribbon)
Common audio input (Pins 2 & 3) Connects via audio selection relay directly to amplifier input
Data Link (Pins 6, 7 & 8) RS485 data pair
Isolation >1500Vrms
Operating speed 57.6 kbps
Relative Humidity 95%
CE Marking
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APPENDIX A Drawing List

3.1 Commissioning Spares

Description Part No. Quantity

3.2 Two Year Spares

Description Part No. Quantity

3.3 Insurance Spares

Description Part No. Quantity

* Only one type of Power Amplifier per System

4.1 Preservation Procedure - Short Term Storage

i) Safe Area Equipment

ii) Field Equipment

4.2 Storage Procedure

1. Contaminant sources e.g. saliferous and sulphurous atmospheres

Each item of equipment shall be stored within it's transit packaging.

NOTE: - Installation and Commissioning of the Equipment should only be performed

Equipment Warranty may be invalidated if the System commissioning is not

CHECK LIST ITEM DEFINITION

5.3 PAGA 19” Equipment Cabinet

5.3.1 Mechanical Fixing

Refer to the Equipment Cabinet General Arrangement Drawings (see Appendix A)

The cabinet must be kept in the configuration as delivered.

5.3.2 Cable Connection

Refer to the Equipment Cabinet Termination Drawings (see Appendix A)

i) Field Cable Terminations

ii) Power Cable Termination

iii) Loudspeaker 100V / 70V Line Cable Terminations

iv) I.S. Cable Terminations

5.3.3 Cabinet Sub Equipment Installation

5.4.1 Desktop Access Panel

Typical Desktop Access Panel

Typical 19” Access Panel

Typical Indoor Bulkhead Access Panel

Typical Stainless Steel Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel

5.4.5 GRP Outdoor Bulkhead Access Panel

5.5 Field Equipment

6.1 Special Tools List

6.2 Mechanical Completion Check List Equipment Cabinet

1. Is equipment connected to “Dirty Earth”? Record

2. Are cable screens connected to “Telecoms Earth”? Record

3. Are internals free of dust?

4. Is paint work acceptable?

5. 10. Is any damage visible?

6. 11. Is cabling/wiring complete in line with the latest approved drawings?

7 12. Are all terminal identifications correct?

9. 14. Do doors open satisfactorily? Does door latching

10.16. Is field cables entry provision correct?

12. Is ventilation configured according to latest drawings?

13. Are holding down bolts/brackets secure?

14. Is equipment installed in accordance with revision documents?

i. Isolation of live/positive and neutral/negative terminals from cabinet framework

6.4 Installation Test Records

Complete the following table with information available.

CABLE No: Amplifier Impedance Calculated Earth Associated Date Signature

Recommended earth leakage > 10 MΩ

System Controller Setting

6.6 Unused Inputs