VALCOM VIP-428A-IC IP PoE Speaker with Square Faceplate User Guide

: June 4, 2024
: Valcom

Table of Contents

Precautionary Designations
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT
References
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VIP-428A-IC
InformaCast® Compliant
IP PoE SPEAKER WITH SQUARE FACEPLATE

These products are intended for use with a UL Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS” rated 24VDC, or 48VDC (PoE).
PoE and all interconnected ITE are intended for intra-building.

Precautionary Designations

WARNING-To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock. Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, Do not remove the cover.
No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.
This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way. Such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen into the apparatus or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture and does not operate normally or has been dropped.

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

Network Connection
The VIP-428-IC has one RJ-45 network connector on the rear panel. Use a standard patch cable and connect the VIP-428A-IC to an Ethernet switch.
(See Figure 1)

LED Connection
LED 1 (+) and LED 2 (-) is a current limited outputs designed to illuminate an optional LED. The LED is intended to provide a visual indication of call progress. The LED illumination will flash when the call switch is pressed and will continue to flash until the call is answered. The LED illumination will be solid when a connection to the unit is established

-10 dB Line Level Out Connection
The -10dBm Line Level Out may be connected to up to 40 Valcom Self-Amplified Speakers in order to provide additional sound reinforcement in an area. VALCOM VIP 428A IC IP PoE Speaker with Square Faceplate - Network
Connection

Call Switch Connection
The VIP-428A-IC provides a call switch input via screw terminal connections, labeled Switch 1 and Ground.

Setup
The VIP-428-IC will automatically acquire an IP address (using DHCP) and connect to the InformaCast server when connected to the network and powered up. Information specific to your application will need to be programmed into the InformaCast server. Refer to the InformaCast documentation for further Information.

Mounting
Valcom offers three backboxes (not included) for mounting the VIP-428A-IC speaker. The VB-S11 (surface mount), VB-A13 (angled surface mount) and VB-R12 (recess mount) are all designed to fit the VIP-428A-IC. Mount the backbox according to the instructions provided with the backbox. After mounting the backbox, connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 jack on the speaker. Mount the speaker baffle to the backbox with the hardware provided.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

When trouble is reported, verify power is being supplied to the unit and there are no broken connections. If a spare unit is available, substitute a spare unit for the suspected defective unit.
Assistance in troubleshooting is available from the factory. Call 540-563-2000 and press 1 for Technical Support or visit our website at http://www.valcom.com
Valcom equipment is not field repairable. Valcom, Inc. maintains service facilities in Roanoke, VA.
Should repairs be necessary, attach a tag to the unit clearly stating your company name, address, phone number, contact person, and the nature of the problem. Send the unit to:

Valcom, Inc.
Repair & Return Dept.
5614 Hollins Road
Roanoke, Va. 24019-5056

WARRANTY
Warranty information may be found on our website at www.valcom.com/warranty. VALCOM VIP 428A
IC IP PoE Speaker with Square Faceplate - fig

INTRODUCTION

The VIP-428A-IC InformaCast Compliant IP PoE Speaker with Square Faceplate enables voice access to a single zone of paging over an IP-based LAN/WAN. This allows a page zone extension anywhere on the network. The faceplate is made of steel with a durable white powder coated finish. The color of the faceplate can easily be changed to match any decor. Power is provided to the VIP-428A-IC via a Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch meeting the 802.3af specification.