Audioplex VCPage Doorbell Interface Installation guide

Brand: Audioplex

Model: VCPage Doorbell Interface

Type: Installation guide

INSTALLATION MANUAL

TECHNOLOGY

VCPage Doorbell Interface

SPECIFICATIONS

INSTALLATION

Connectors: Screw type

Mounting: Standard double-gang box (should have water-tight gasket)

Power: Supplied from VCPage-Base

Switch: Lighted push button (LED continuous)

Plate: Available in Brushed Brass or Stainless Steel

Wire: Five-conductors home-run to VCPage-Base. Recommend CAT-5

(will require that one of the ten zones be dedicated on the VCPage-Base)

Following the wiring diagram on the back of this page;

1. Make connections by stripping the wire insulation back about 3/16". Twist any loose strands tightly.

2. Insert wire ends into connectors and tighten screws.

3. Check for any loose strands that might cause a short circuit. Make sure the metal part of

the screw connector engages the bare wire, NOT the insulation.

4. Install the control in its operating location.

The DBI allows the homeowner to speak with a visitor through the VCPage Audio Communication System.

A touch and hold of the lighted switch on the DBI will mute the whole house audio system and trigger the home's existing

doorbell to sound. For homes without a doorbell or, for chimes in addition to an existing doorbell system, the VCPage-DBI-C

will emit a self-generating chime through the audio system's speakers.

Releasing the button will return the speakers in the home back to their previous state (listening to music or muted - see the

VCMute / VCPage manual for specifications on this system).

An answer to the DBI can be made via any VCPage plate inside the home. The person at the door is then able to speak back

and forth with the homeowner via the lighted switch now acting as a push to talk button. After 30 seconds of no activity

(conversation from inside or outside the home), the DBI will revert back to a doorbell function.

NOTE: The two-way conversation between the front door and the person answering will be broadcast through all VCMutes in

the system. The return answer made through the VCPage is a real time announcement into the system (also heard through all

VCMutes). In order to avoid the potential of a feedback loop, the room the answer is made from WILL NOT hear their

announcements*. Instead, whatever input amplified by the audio amplifier (i.e. the CD player or radio) will come through the

speakers over the duration of the answer.

* It is possible to answer the doorbell when the audio amplifier is completely turned off, however, the real time answer WILL

sound into the room the answer originated from. Spacing and distance of speakers in relationship to the VCMute / VCPage is

critically important in this instance in order to avoid the possibility of feedback loops.

Installation must be made by qualified service personnel, and must meet all local codes.

2001 - 5/4/01

VCPage-DBI (for use with exisitng doorbell systems)

VCPage-DBI-C (chiming version - for use with or without exisitng doorbell sytems)

OPERATION

AUDIOPLEX TECHNOLOGY

404 GWH PO BOX 440 MELVIN VILLAGE NH 03850

800-257-2077 FAX: 603-544-8901 E-MAIL: [email protected]

WIRING DIAGRAM

DVD DOLBY DIGITAL

L+ L- R- R+

OUTPUT

L+

L-

R-

R+

L+ L- R- R+

INPUT

12M

GDM

DATA

PGB

PG A

GD P

12 P

AUX RCA

ZONES

MADE IN USA

12 VDC

PAGE LEVELS

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 10

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 8

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 7

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 6

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 5

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 4

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 3

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 2

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 1

EMITTERS

DATA

GDM

GDP

PGA

12P

12M

PGB

ZONE 9

VCPage Base Unit

VCMute / VCPage

OUT TO ADDITIONAL

VCMute

PHONE SYSTEM GAIN

PHONE SYSTEM

LINE LEVEL IN

VCPage Doorbell Interface

Can be connected to any zone on the VCPage-Base

VCPage GAIN

TO SWITCHED OUTLET

16VAC TO WALL OUTLET

2000 - 5/4/01

12 P

GD P

PG B

PG A

DATA

UNUSED

Black vertical trimpot for

Output level adjustment

Silver horizontal trimpot for

chime level adjustment

(DBI-C version only)

1M 825M

WARRANTY

Your AUDIOPLEX TECHNOLOGY VCPage Doorbell Interface is covered by a

LIFETIME warranty against any defects in workmanship and materials. Any defects will be remedied

without charge for labor or parts.

Damage incurred by shipping or accident is not considered to be a defect, and not covered

by this warranty. AUDIOPLEX TECHNOLOGY, is not responsible for defective operation caused by

abuse or by modification or service by any unauthorized person or agency.

The product must be properly installed and operated according to instructions for the

warranty to apply. Any necessary servicing must be done by AUDIOPLEX TECHNOLOGY . The

product must be returned expenses prepaid, with written authorization from the company. The product

must be shipped with the proof of purchase and in the original carton and packing material to avoid

damage.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state.

Audioplex VCPage Doorbell Interface Installation guide

Audioplex VCPage Doorbell Interface Installation guide

Audioplex VCPage Doorbell Interface Installation guide

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