BOGEN VAR1 Voice-Activated Relay Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- BOGEN
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BOGEN VAR1 Voice-Activated Relay Instruction Manual
DESCRIPTION
The VAR1 Voice-Activated Relay is a DPDT relay device that is activated when an audio signal is detected at the microphone preamp or at 70V, 25V, or 600-ohm line level inputs. It has a number of useful applications, such as muting a sound system in response to a microphone or telephone page, activation of accessory (security) equipment, or activation of a zone paging module. A slide switch is included to select the pre-amp or the line inputs.
The VOX detect circuit also includes volume, sensitivity, and delay controls. The audio output is an isolated 600-ohm transformer. The unit operates from a DC power source (not included).
INSTALLATION
Set input source switch on the top side of the unit to LINE if using one of the line inputs or to MIC if using a microphone.
Connect a power supply to the 12 to 24V DC jack on the top ofthe unit or to the + and – screw terminals. The Bogen model PRS40C power supply is recommended.
WIRING
Refer to the block diagrams and the sample wiring diagrams on the next page to wire the VAR1 for your application.
OPERATION
Sensitivity can be adjusted according to the needs of the application. Clockwise rotation of the control increases sensitivity. Do not over rotate the control or you may damage the trimpot. The delay control is also adjustable in the field. The maximum delay time is 25 seconds. Clockwise rotation of the control increases delay time.
SPECIFICATIONS
- LINE INPUT
- Impedance: 600 ohms
- Frequency Response: 100 Hz to 10 kHz
- 70V Input Impedance: 200k ohms
- Output Level: 400 m VRMS
- 25V Input Impedance: 75k ohms
- Output Level: 420 m VRMS
- MIC PREAMP
- Gain: 62 dB
- Sensitivity: 750 m VRMS for 1 VRMS out
- Distortion: <2%
- Frequency Response: 200 Hz to 10 kHz
- Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 55 dB
- GENERAL
- VOX Sensitivity: 20 mV – 150 m VRMS @ 600 ohms Line input
- Time Delay Range (approx.): 0.25 to 25 sec.
- Relay Contact Rating: 2 amps/30V DC, 0.5 amp/120V AC
- Power Requirements: External 12V to 24V DC @ 100 mA (not included)
VAR1 Diagrams
VAR1 used with amplifiers to mute music during a telephone page (paging port without contact closure).
VAR1 used in a security system to activate an amplifier, CCTV, and light relay control.
VAR1 for connecting a Paging Port to a ZPM3.
VAR1 Block Diagram
Warranty
Limited Warranty; Exclusion of Certain Damages:
Bogen Voice-Activated Relay is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of sale to the original purchaser.
Any part of any Bogen product covered by this warranty that, with normal installation and use, becomes defective (as confirmed by Bogen upon inspection) during the applicable warranty period, will be repaired or replaced by Bogen, at Bogenʼs option, provided the product is shipped insured and prepaid to: Bogen Factory Service Department, 50 Spring Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446, USA. Repaired or replacement product will be returned to you freight prepaid. This warranty does not extend to any of our products that have been subjected to abuse, misuse, improper storage, neglect, accident, improper installation or have been modified or repaired or altered in any manner whatsoever, or where the serial number or date code has been removed or defaced.
THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS BOGENʼS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND THE PURCHASERʼS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. BOGEN MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY LAW. Bogen’s liability arising out of the manufacture, sale or supplying of products or their use or disposition, whether based upon warranty, contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to the price of the product. IN NO EVENT SHALL BOGEN BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA OR LOSS OF USE DAMAGES) ARISING OUT OF THE MANUFACTURE, SALE OR SUPPLYING OF PRODUCTS, EVEN IF BOGEN HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR LOSSES.
Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
Products that are out of warranty will also be repaired by the Bogen Factory Service Department — same address as above or call 201-934-8500. The parts and labor involved in these repairs are warranted for 90 days when repaired by the Bogen Factory Service Department. All shipping charges in addition to parts and labor charges will be at the owner’s expense. All returns require a Return Authorization number. For most efficient warranty or repair service, please include a description of the failure.
Products manufactured and labeled by other companies may be covered by warranties offered by such companies. Please call Bogen Customer Service or refer to product packaging for manufacturerʼs warranty for non-Bogen branded products.
©2003 Bogen Communications, Inc.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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References
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