System Overview About the Universal Voice System (UVS) Congratulations on your ownership of an ADEMCO Universal Voice System (UVS). The ADEMCO UVS is comprised of a Universal Voice Control Module (UVCM or UVCM–EU/A) and Universal Voice Station (UVST). The the UVCM or UVCM–EU/A, along with stations, comprise an audio system that offers central station 2-way voice, user 2-way voice, intercom, speakerphone, and alarm annunciation features.
Operation Summary User Operation Summary The following tables summarize the user operations for the intercom, speakerphone, and 2-way voice features. No user operations are required for the other features. Intercom and Speakerphone Operations Feature Operation Station Key Action Broadcast inside, Hold to broadcast, Intercom then listen.
2-Way Voice Operation 2-Way Voice Operation (Central Station) If programmed, this feature allows a central station operator to listen and/or talk to individuals at the premises via the stations following receipt of an alarm report from the premise’s alarm system. This helps to prevent false alarms and in cases of an actual alarm, allows the operator to gather information about the nature and locations of the alarm that may be helpful to the responding fire, police, or rescue...
2-Way Voice Operation (cont'd) 2-Way Voice Operation (User) If programmed, this feature allows an individual with a valid 6-digit access code to listen and/or talk to individuals on the premises after first calling the premises and then entering the access code from a TouchTone (multi-frequency) telephone keypad.
2-Way Voice Operation (cont’d) Starting Voice Session Start a voice session as follows: Step Action Call the premises from a key-type TouchTone (multi-frequency) telephone. If… then… there IS an answering machine on the wait for it to pick up the premises call and complete its greeting message.
2-Way Voice Operation (cont’d) Telephone Key Commands You can enter the commands listed below from a telephone keypad to control the voice session. Telephone Key Commands Function Entry Selects high-volume Talk mode. When first pressed, you can talk through all installed inside stations simultaneously. You may then elect to talk through one specific station by entering the “4”...
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2-Way Voice Operation (cont’d) Function Entry Re-initializes 90-second voice session timeout. The system automatically ends the voice session 90 seconds after it started unless the “7” command (or one of the other commands) is entered to re- initialize the timeout. Switches from presently active mode to Listen mode with all installed inside stations enabled and with low volume selected.
2-Way Voice Operation (cont’d) Setting Listen Mode Volume After you enter a valid 6-digit access code, the system will start the voice session in low-volume Listen mode. You may repeatedly enter the “3” command (press the “3” key) to cycle the listen-in volume from low to mid to high volume and back to low volume again.
2-Way Voice Operation (cont’d) Programming User Access Code Your user access code can be programmed as described below. IMPORTANT: Avoid programming an access code that ends with the digit “1” or “2.” This will prevent the system from unexpectedly entering Talk or VOX (2-way conversation) modes when the last digit of the access code is accidentally pressed twice while entering the code to start a 2-way voice session.
Intercom Operation Intercom Operation If installed, the intercom allows individuals inside the premises to communicate with other individuals inside or outside the premises via the inside and outside stations. Outside stations do not have user- accessible keys. Inside Station Controls Control Function IN key...
Intercom Operation (cont’d) again or the END key to end the intercom session. The system automatically terminates the session 90 seconds after the IN or OUT key was last released. Private, Hands-Free Conversations To hold a private conversation with an individual at another inside station, first press and hold the IN key to page this individual, then release the IN key to listen for a response.
Speakerphone Operation Speakerphone Interface This feature may be used at any installed inside station. It allows you to answer an incoming telephone call and hold a hands-free conversation with the caller at any inside station. If enabled at installation, the incoming telephone call’s ring signal will be heard on all inside stations.
Alarm Annunciation, Voice Status Messages and Music Broadcast Alarm Annunciation If this feature is programmed, inside stations will annunciate a steady, dual-tone sound or a pulsing sound when the premises alarm system has detected a burglary alarm or fire alarm condition, respectively.
Feature Priority Feature Priority Each feature has a pre-assigned priority that is listed below. When there is an attempt to activate more than one feature at the same time, the system determines which feature has a higher priority and allows that feature to become active after suspending or terminating any lower-priority feature that is active.
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“FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT” This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The FCC requires the following statement for your information: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
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IN THE EVENT OF TROUBLE WITH REGULAR TELEPHONE SERVICE In the event of trouble with regular telephone service, disconnect the phone lines at the UVCM. We recommend that your certified installer demonstrate disconnecting the phones on installation of the system. If the regular phone works correctly after the lines have been disconnected from the UVCM, the UVCM has a problem and should be returned for repair.
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“FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 68 NOTICE This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
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Index 2-Way Voice Operation (Central Station), 6 Inside Station Controls, 13 END key, 13 2-Way Voice Operation (User), 5, 7 IN key, 13 Ending Voice Session, 11 OUT key, 13 Listen Mode Volume, 11 Volume dial, 13 Modes, 7 Monitor Mode, 14 Listen, 7 Muting, 14 Talk, 7...
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