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A-Bell – Door Entry Phone for analog telephone line A-Bell - C A-Bell - LC A-Bell - C/C Bell-8 User and service manual Version 1.0...
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DTMF telephone or via USB cable from PC 24-digit lenght of telephone number including # Flash and Pause (C) – full version only (Comfort) Manual version V1.0 14.9.2011 ALPHATECH TECHNOLOGIES s.r.o. Jeremenkova 88 140 00 Praha 4 www.alphatechtechnologies.cz info@alphatechtechnologies.cz...
Contents BASIC DESCRIPTION ..................6 ...................... 6 EATURES ....................7 ERMINOLOGY ........8 ERSION OF ELL DOORPHONE AND DIFFERENCES ..............9 ODELS OF ELL DOORPHONE ..................11 SCHEMATICS INSTALLATION ....................14 ............14 SSEMBLY OF ELL DOORPHONE 2.1.1 Dismounting of the front cover of A-Bell ..........14 2.1.2 Wall mounting of A-Bell ................
1 Basic description 1.1 Features voice communication is powered from the telephone line only pulse and tone (DTMF) dialling two 24 digit numbers can be stored for each pushbutton (including *, #, Flash and pause) expansion Bell-8 module pushbuttons...
1.2 Terminology telephone line analog (2 wire) is a way of connection to the public telephone network (PSTN line) or connection to the private brach exchange telephone switch - PABX at the place of installation (extension line) line picking up beginning of the telephone connection (call), similar to OFF HOOK when the telephone handset is off the cradle line hanging up...
A-Bell is a member of new analog doorphones group. This modern solution offers a comprehensive and wide range of features meeting demands even of the most exacting customers. 1.3 Version of A-Bell doorphone and differences A-Bell doorphone is framed as an open project for its final use inside a specific mechanical design (housing).
1.4 Models of A-Bell doorphone LC and C versions of A-Bell doorphone contain the basic board which is equipped according to its type with all connection and construction elements. A-Bell- 01C A-Bell- 01C/C A-Bell- 02C A-Bell- 02C/C A-Bell- 01LC A-Bell- 02LC The basic module of doorphone can contain one or two pushbuttons.
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Models LC and C differ according to the compotents set on the board. In the version (LC) there are missing: second relay camera option RTC internal clock for automatic Day-Night switching possibility of external power supply (it can be used for relay modes 7 and 8) ...
1.5 PCB schematics All functional and connection elements are marked with a number on the figure below and explanation can be found on the next page. Fig. 1 The main PCB board of the A-Bell doorphone (2) + (9) + (12) only in version (C) (3) + (4) + (5) + (16) only in version /C A-BELL –...
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1. Connector for PC connection via USB cable (the same cable as for the NUDV doorphone) 2. Back up battery and RTC circuit in version (C) 3. Analogue colour camera – only in version with a camera /C 4. Illumination of camera - infra LEDs illuminating the area in front of the camera.
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The power supply can be also used for powering of the electrical lock. In this case we recommend a power supply 12V/1A. You can also use 24VDC power supply. You can make use of it during installation especially at places where there is already a power supply which is used for e.g.
2 Installation 2.1 Assembly of A-Bell doorphone 2.1.1 Dismounting of the front cover of A-Bell 2.1.2 Wall mounting of A-Bell Mounting is done with wall plugs and screws. We suggest wall plugs with 5mm in diameter, the screw with half-round head, diameter 4mm, length...
2.1.3 Replacement of name plates Each pushbutton has got its own label held with the white plastic cup (see the figure above). Demounting and inserting of the cap can be done with two fingers along the longer side of the cap by a soft pull / push. 2.1.4 Demounting and mounting of pushbutton in the front panel A-BELL –...
2.3 Connection basic functionality doorphone (i.e. voice communication) you need to connect the telephone line only - LINE (8) on Fig. 1 The main PCB board of the A-Bell. The line is connected by 2 wires (a,b) and in stand-by it has got usually a voltage of 24V - 60V, short circuit current 20mA - 60mA.
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connected to the mains power supply, please use contactors (power relays) as shown on Fig. 3 example (6). A-BELL – user and installation guide...
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Relays connection examples are mentioned on the following page. There are not all of them but it can give you an idea how individual circuits should be connected (red rings with numbers = example numbers). 1. Basic connection - 2 electrical locks and possibility to control two doors independently.
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Fig. 3 Examples of relay connection A-BELL – user and installation guide...
2.5 Other accessories 2.5.1 TimeRelay Time relay enables expanding functionality of relays. It is a standalone, add-on product. For further details please contact www.alphatechtechnologies.cz 2.5.2 DistyBox This optional, add-on module in a plastic box allows you to connect analog unit (phone, doorphone) into DECT –...
2.5.4 USB programming cable Item number 212124. If you need SW drivers for this PC USB programming cable „USB-KAB“, please contact us via www.alphatechtechnologies.cz 2.5.5 BlackBox The BlackBox unit is a DTMF modem used for remote programming via PC. The BellSet SW used by BlackBox enables remote setup of A- Bell parameters.
3 Operating the universal doorphone A-Bell functions are influenced by setup of its parameters (see chapter 3.1 Signalling overview A-Bell doorphones signals its statuses acoustically, which can occur during operation. Sound samples of signalling can be played in the BellSet setup SW.
3.2 Visitor at the door entrance Pushbuttons of the doorphone have got name plates such as normal doorbell buttons. The visitor chooses desired name (e.g. "Cech") and presses the pushbutton. The A-Bell doorphone picks up the line, "plays" a tone of line pickup (if it is not disabled with the parameter 62) and dials a preset telephone number stored in the memory of the pushbutton (parameter 1 or 2 according to the mode of the doorphone).
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correct relay switch (if it is set in mode m=1 or mode m=5) for a time period set in the parameter 37 or alternatively 39,30. Then it hangs up. According to the control code the relay can switch one impulse or two impulses with time period between impulses set in the parameter 30, see table Note: t1 –...
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mode m = 1 (parameter 3111 and 3121) Action Note Parameter Relay Evaluation of correct 3211-3215 According settings 3311-3315 external code from DAY/NIGHT 3411-3415 buttons 3221-3225 3321-3325 According settings DAY/NIGHT 3421-3425 321* 331* According settings DAY/NIGHT 341* 322* According settins 332* DAY/NIGHT 342*...
mode m = 4 Action Note Parameter Relay Button push 3114 Any button different from 311* or 312* 3124 3114 Button setup by 311* or 312* 3124 Mode m = 6 Action Note Parameter Relay Button push 3116 Any button different from 311* or 312* 3126 3116...
3.1.2 Incoming call An incoming call is a call into the doorphone (generated by a person inside the building). After dialling an extension number to which the doorphone is connected, the doorphone´s line is ringing. After pre- programmed number of rings the doorphone picks up (parameter 51) and you can talk.
4 Parameters programming 4.1 Programming by phone 4.1.1 Entering into programming You can enter programming mode by the following ways: 1. password – incoming call only! – pick up the phone and dial phone number where the doorphone is connected (either extension number when the doorphone is connected to PBX or PSTN line number of building where the doorphone is connected and let operator connect you to an...
4.2 PC programming – BellSet program For PC programming of the doorphone you need to purchase a special PC USB programming cable USB-KAB (item No. 212124) and you the program BellSet (freely available on every attached CD). Then you have to connect the doorphone to the line or in version /C or (C) switch ON and connect a power supply 12V - DIP3 and 4.
5 Descriprion of programmable parameters Parameters always start by a fixed, mandatory part (address) and a variable part – it is your dialling. Range and explanation is always under each table. All is dialled as it is written in the table. You don´t dial any confirmation character.
Settings examples: 1. the first button should dial at DAY number 358 and at NIGHT 0_603441296 , you program it - 101358 and wait for ♫, next 2010 *0 603441296 and wait for ♫ 2. the second button should dial at DAY and at NIGHT 123#1*2Flash3, you program 102123#1 ** 2 *# 3 and wait for ♫, next 202123#1 ** 2 *# 3 and wait for ♫...
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t2 – time between pulses 1 of relay (parameter 301) t3 – time between activation 1 and 2 relay (parameter 39) t4 – time activation 2 of relay (parameter 372) t5 – time between pulses 1 of relay (parameter 302) Note.
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– order = *, then you can insert just one code (external code) for closing by 2 pulses hh... – password (external code) for relay closing from buttons [2 to 6 digits]. Pushbuttons 1 - 10 are programmable as numbers 1-0. Totally 3 x 12 passwords.
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For both relays you can setup the same command (internal code) then both relays are activated simultaneously. – command has always 2 digits but when you want control relay by 1 digit only ( from keypad of phone) then you have possibility to programm " *a " where a is one number only which activate the relay (star represents empty character and must be on first digit position).
xx – time t3 between activation relay 1 and 2 when mode m=5 is setup (progressive opening) [2 digits 00-99] ], when time 00 means 0,5sec Value Description Default Parameter time zz [sec] between pulses when is r zz closing for 2 pulses relay r - time t2/t5 105 205 (01-99) –...
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Value Description Default Parameter Command to switch into DAY mode (00-99,*0-*9) Command to switch into NIGHT mode (0099,*0-*9) dd – command to switch into DAY mode [2 digits] / nn – command to switch into NIGHT mode [2 digits] / - command has always 2 digits but if you want use 1 digit then you have possibility to insert "...
5.4 Time parameters Value Description Default Parameter Number of rings before doorphone picks up incoming call (1-9) q – number of incoming call rings . The doorphone picks up between rings and 2 sec after detection of q – th rings. Number is adjustable from 1 to Value Description Default...
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Value Description Default Parameter Hanging up time during REDIAL (1-5) z – time [sec] for which doorphone hangs up before pick up for REDIAL (button push during call, busy tone detection) [range 1-5] Value Description Default Parameter Time before start dialling (1-5) z –...
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Value Description Default Parameter Time of tone duration DTMF (tone) dial 10 (100ms) (04-16) Time of space duration between DTMF 10 (100ms) tones (04-16) 1 (100ms) Time of Flash duration (1-6) Time of pause duration / pause between 4 (800ms) numbers (1-0) –Time of tone duration DTMF (tone) dial is calculated up:...
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5.5 System parameters Value Description Default Parameter Acoustic signalling (confirmation, error, empty (0/1) memory, call termination...) In default the stages of the doorphone are acoustically signalling. By parameter „z“ you can switch off this signalling. Possible values are z=0 – signalling is off z=1 –...
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Value description Default Parameter Acustic signalling of relay activation (0/1) In default the activation is off z=0. Usually you can use this fetaure for DC power supply 12V. Then when el.lock is released you dont hear „buzzing“ so visitor doesn´t know that the el.lock is released. When you activate this feature z=1 then during relay activation you can hear special sounds simulating relay activation.
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Value Description Default Parameter delay start for PBx´s with line testing (Siemens) (0/1) In default is switch off t=0. By activation this feature t=1 is processor going to „sleep mode“ after line connection and after 3sec the doorphone makes initialization. It delays line picks up after line ( voltage) connection – activation status / PBX restart.
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5.6 HandsFree parameters setting Value Description Default Parameter Reception loudness 01-16 (16 is highest) (TRH) Transmission loudness 01-16 (16 is highest) (MIC) Speaker loudness 01-16 (16 is highest) (SPK) gg / ff / rr – numbers are inserted always by 2 digits in range [01-16] After reception of confirmation ♫...
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Value Description Default Parameter Level of microphone start 1-4 (4 is highest) On the line is simultaneously signal from microphone and speaker. In handsfree circuit there are a few functional blocks to suppress acoustic shock. The basic one is a circuit of semiduplex operation when an incoming signal decreases microphone amplification as well as the signal from microphone decreases an incoming signal.
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Value Description Default Parameter Compemsation of wires losses depends on line current (0/1/2) The doorphone A-Bell includes a circuit which can compensate losses on wiring during long distance installations (100m and more from PBX). In default the feature is off k=0. You can setup in two levels depending on line current of PBX (short circuit current I k - dial PBX current I...
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5.7 Time program – automatic DAY/NIGHT switching (C) (C) version only ! Value Description Default Parameter ON / OFF automatic DAY/NIGHT switching and setting time control (0/1/#) When the doorphone A-Bell includes RTC circuit - (C) version then you can activate automatical switching from real time a=1.
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Value Description Default Parameter Sunday – time setting hours hh and minutes hhnnkkjj 00000000 nn starts day and hours kk and minutes jj starts night Monday - time setting hours hh and minutes hhnnkkjj 00000000 nn starts day and hours kk and minutes jj starts night Tuesday - time setting hours hh and hhnnkkjj...
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5.8 Default settting and erasing Value Description Default Parameter execute Default This setting does not change parameters 1 and 2 (numbers saved in memories) Value Description Default Parameter Erase all numbers in group 1 (Day mode) Erase all numbers in group 2 (Night mode) 3 only..
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5.10 Overwiev of parameters Value Description Default Parameter tt nn… number nn under button tt tt nn… number nn under button tt 11 21 relay r works in mode m (1-8) button tt activate relay closing r in mode r* tt (01-99) In mode DAY + NIGHT password hh...
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Feature of line hanging up by again push of the same button (0/1) Number of rings before doorphone pick up incoming call (1-9) Maximal call duration 9,*,#) Time between button push (1-9) Hang up time before REDIAL (1-5) Time before dial start (1-5) Number of ringing before hang up (04-...
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Reception loudness 01-16 (16 is highest) (TRH) Transmission loudness 01-16 (16 is highest) (MIC) Speaker loudness 01-16 (16 is highest) (SPK) Soft pass of switching (0/1) Depression of background sound (0/1) Level of microphone start 1-4 (4 is highest) Fast switching voice automatic 1-4 (4 is slowest) VoltAmper (VA) charakteristic of line connection...
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(00) into whole week execute default Erase all numbers in group 1 (DAY mode) Erase all numbers in group 2 (NIGHT mode) 3 only.. Default setting for parametres 3x only Default setting for parametres 4x only 4 only.. Default setting for parametres 5x only 5 only..
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6 Technical parameters 6.1 Electrical parameters Parameter Value Conditions Minimum line current 18mA Line OFF HOOK Minimum line voltage Line ON HOOK Line voltage during OFF HOOK < 8V I = 20mA (VA characteristic) < 12V I = 60 mA Downlead during ON HOOK <...
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7 Table for easy programming Into the empty parts of the table please write values which you wish to program. In double linked part are mentioned programming commands for easy programming. Moreover the programmed values stay in the manual for future changes.
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Night 322* password relay 2 (2 pulses) 311* Button selection for relay 1 312* Button selection for relay 1 1 pulse Relay 1 activation by phone Relay 2 activation by phone 1 pulse 2 pulses Relay 1 activation by phone Relay 2 activation by phone 2 pulses [sec]...
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Time duration of tone dial nn x 10 Space betweeni DTMF nn x 10 tones Flash duration n x 100 pause/ space between n x100+400 numbers DTMF transmission level 04-16 -dBm preemphase DTMF 0 / 1 Listening in DTMF - level 0 / 1 Acustic signalling Acustic signalling Off hook...
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