TOA Electronics VM-3240VA 240W Voice Alarm System Amplifier

The VM-3240VA Voice Alarm System Amplifier is a multifunction amplifier that comes with audio inputs including a background music input, and a speaker output section which has an internal attenuator and a 6-output selector. It permits not only general-purpose broadcast, but also Emergency broadcast which gives pre-recorded instructions in an emergency situation. Emergency broadcasts can be made from an optional RM-300MF Fireman's Microphone as well as from the amplifier, and can be remotely controlled from external equipment. In addition, the unit features a surveillance function which automatically checks the system for failures.

The VM-3000 Series UL 2572 and UL 864 listed, is ideal for small and medium-sized applications. It incorporates such emergency functions as continuous speaker line monitoring and a built-in voice alarm. This easy-to-install system also offers PA broadcasting, paging and BGM functions that ensure consistently high intelligibility. The VM-3000 Series is digitally audio processed and controlled, and may be set up and operated directly by using the controls and LCD display on the front panel. A dedicated PC software configuration capability is also provided for establishing settings via LAN. The incorporation of wide-ranging functional capabilities, superb reliability and versatility make the VM-3000 a highly cost-effective emergency broadcast system.

Technical Specifications

Power Source
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
690 VA (at rated output), 260 W (According to UL60065), 63 W (at no signal)
Rated Output
240 W, 21 OHMS (according to UL60065)
200 W, 25 OHMS (according to UL2572)
200 W, 25 OHMS (according to CAN/ULC-S576 with separate UPS)
100 W, 50 OHMS (according to CAN/ULC-S576)
(All total of Speaker output 1 - 6 and Direct Output)
Frequency Response
50 Hz - 20 kHz, ±3 dB (at 1/3 rated output), 800 Hz - 2.8 kHz (according to UL2572); 400 Hz - 4 kHz (according to CAN/ULC-S576)
Distortion
Under 0.7% (at rated output, 1 kHz)
S/N Ratio
Over 85 dB
Audio Input/Output Characteristic
Sampling frequency 48 kHz
A/D D/A CONVERTER: 24 BITS
Input
Input 1 - 3: -50 dB* (MIC) / -10 dB* (LINE) (changeable), 600 OHMS, electronically balanced, combined XLR connector (female) / phone jack
Input 4: -50 dB* (MIC) / -10 dB* (LINE) (changeable), 600 OHMS, electronically balanced, removable terminal block (14 pins)
BGM 1 - 2: -10 dB*, 10 k OHMS, unbalanced, RCA pin jack
External AMP Input: 70 V line, removable terminal block (14 pins)
Output
Speaker output 1 - 2: Max. (240 W) per output
Speaker output 3 - 6: Max. (100 W) per output
Speaker output 1 - 6: Total within rated output, removable terminal block (14 pins)
Allowable minimum load: 245 OHMS (20 W) at 70 V line for speaker line failure detection
Direct output: Direct output from internal or external amplifier, removable terminal block (16 pins)
Recording output BGM/Paging: 0 dB*, 10 k OHMS, unbalanced, RCA pin jack
Ground faults detection: 0 OHMS
Wire to wire faults detection: 0 OHMS
RM Link
Input 1 - 2: Connecting the RM-300MF/200M Remote Microphone, RJ45 female connector
Maximum distance: Total 800 m between this unit and remote
microphones
Link cable: Category 5 Shielded Twisted-Pair straight cable (CAT5-STP)
Network I/F
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (selectable by automatic negotiation), RJ45 female connector; Maximum distance: 100 m between this unit and a switching hub; Link cable: Category 5 Shielded Twisted-Pair straight cable (CAT5-STP)
VM Link
Output: Connecting the VM-3240E, RJ45 female connector
Link cable: Category 5 Shielded Twisted-Pair straight cable (CAT5-STP)
General Control
Input 1 - 8: No-Voltage make contact input, open voltage: 24 V DC, short-circuit current: 2 mA or less, removable terminal block (14 pins)
Output 1 - 8: Isolated open collector output, wIt'stand voltage: 30 V DC,operating current: 10 mA or less, removable terminal block (14 pins)
Power Input/Output
Power in: Connecting the VX-2000DS only (operating range: 20 - 40 V DC); PS out: 28 V DC / 18 A;
M4 screw terminal, distance between barriers: 11 mm
22 V DC Output
22 V DC Special Application, Maximum feeding current 0.3 A (for RM-200M only)
DS Link
Connecting the VX-2000DS, RJ45 female connector; Link cable: Category 5 Shielded Twisted-Pair straight cable (CAT5-STP)
Finish
Panel: Aluminum, hair-line, black;
Case: Surface-treated steel plate, black, paint
Operating Temperature
0 to 49 Degrees C (32 to 120 Degrees F)
Operating Humidity
5% to 95% RH (no condensation)
Dimensions
482 (W) x 132.6 (H) x 431.2 (D)mm (18.98” x 5.22” x 16.98”)
Weight
16.5kg (36.38 lbs)
Accessories
AC power cord (2m) x 1, Emergency microphone x 1, Plastic foot x 4, Plastic foot mounting screw x 4, Removable terminal plug (14 pins) x 3, Removable terminal plug (16 pins) x 1, Link cable (3m) x 2,
Setting software (CD) x 1
Option
Input transformer: IT-450
UL Certified
UL 2572