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If a repair is necessary, contact the dealer where this unit was purchased. If repair through the dealer is not possible, obtain a RETURN AUTHORIZATION from: Customer Service Department Telex Communications, Inc. Telephone: (800) 392-3497 Fax: (800) 323-0498 DO NOT RETURN ANY EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY TO THE FACTORY WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING A RETURN AUTHORIZATION.
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End-User License Agreement for Telex® Software IMPORTANT - Please read this document carefully before using this product. THIS DOCUMENT STATES THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS UPON WHICH TELEX COMMUNICATIONS, INC. (the “COMPANY”) OFFERS TO LICENSE THE INSTALLED SOFTWARE OR PROGRAM (the “SOFT- WARE”) FOR USE WITH THE PRODUCT IN WHICH IT WAS INSTALLED.
The MKP-4 can be rack mounted or used on a desktop and is powered from an AC mains outlet. The BKP-4 is suitable for desktop use and is powered from an AC mains outlet. The TKP-4 is designed to fit in a Tektronics equipment bay. The WKP-4 is designed for wall mounting.
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION Intercom Keys: Assignable for several types of operation, including talk only, listen only, talk with auto-listen, and all-call (where activating the key also activates all keys to the left of that key). Keys feature momentary or latching operation. For momentary operation, the operator presses and holds a key while communicating, then releases it when finished.
BACK PANEL / CIRCUIT BOARD SWITCHES AND CONNECTORS BKP-4: Universal Power Input: Accepts any mains voltage from 90-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz. TKP-4 and WKP-4: Terminals for DC power connection. Intercom Frame Connectors. All units have both 9-pin female D-sub (DE9S) and RJ12 connectors.
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Figure 1.5 BKP-4 Rear Features Figure 1.6 WKP-4 & TKP-4 Configuration Switches and Connectors on Circuit Board (WKP-4 Shown) Figure 1.7 MKP-12 Rear Panel View...
SPECIFICATIONS Matrix Input/ Output 8 dBu nominal, 20 dBu maximum Audio Performance SNR at 8 dBu (A-weighted): > 70 dB THD+N at 8 dBu (Unweighted): < 0.5% Frequency Response at 8 dBu: ± 1.5 dB from 100 Hz - 10 kHz CMRR: >...
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WKP-4 Mounting Box: See Figure. TKP-4: 5.2" (132mm) high x 8.38" (213mm) wide x 3.25" (83mm) deep behind front panel. BKP-4: 4.6" (117mm) high x 9" (229mm) wide x 7" (178mm) deep Finish MKP-4, MKP-12: Thermoplastic front panel, aluminum case, light gray finish...
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The container should include the following items (as listed by model): Models MKP-4, MKP-12, BKP-4 Keypanel (model MKP-4, MKP-12, or BKP-4 depending on model ordered) IEC Power Cord User Manual Model TKP-4...
WKP-4 BOX INSTALLATION If the WKP-4 was supplied assembled to the mounting box, remove the four (4) screws from the front panel. Mount the box in a suitable size wall opening using appropriate mounting screws (not supplied). Route the intercom and power wires into the box. Reinstall the front panel after all dip switch settings and connections are completed as described on the following pages.
CONFIGURATION SWITCHES If you change any configuration switch settings during operation, you must momentarily turn off Important! power to reset. DIP Switches DIP Switch 1 Open: Default setting. All incoming calls appear in the call waiting display (if present). Closed: Only calls for unassigned callers appear in the call waiting display (if present). Description: Any intercom key that is already assigned to talk/listen to a specific intercom port will always provide an LED flash for incoming calls from that port.
Incoming audio is enabled as soon as the talk key is released. This application is seldom used. DIP Switch 8 Open: Default setting for MKP-4, BKP-4, TKP-4 and WKP-4. Map keys as xKP-4 series. Closed: Default setting for MKP-12. Map keys as MKP-12.
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Then, read across to the “Address” column to find the Address number. Set the keypanel Address switch to this number. The MKP-4, BKP-4, TKP-4, WKP-4 and MKP-12 keypanels can support ADAM systems up to Important! two frames in size Table 2.1...
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MOUNTING THE MKP-4 The MKP-4 can be used on a desktop, console mounted, or rack mounted. Some possible mounting configurations and the required optional mounting hardware are shown in Figure 2.1. When mounting the MKP-4, always allow adequate room behind the unit for cable access. There are no special ventilation requirements.
CONNECTIONS Mic Connector To connect a panel microphone, such as the RTS model MCP90, screw the microphone into the Mic connector on the front panel of the keypanel. For Mic connector specifications, see “SPECIFICATIONS” in Section 1. NOTE Headset Connector The Headset connector accepts a monaural, dynamic-microphone headset (headphones and microphone).
TO KEYPANEL TO INTERCOM SYSTEM* DATA AUDIO TO MATRIX AUDIO FROM MATRIX CABLE TYPE: BELDEN 8777 IMPORTANT! When connecting to an ADAM CS back panel, use only low-profile cable connectors such as AMP Part No. 747516-3 (Telex Part No. 59926-678)
Figure 2.5. Power Connection MKP-4, MKP-12, and BKP-4: Plug an power cord (not supplied) into the power connector and into any 90-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz main power source. TKP-4 / WKP-4: Connect an optional AC adapter using the color-code information on the AC adapter and the terminal pinout information in Figure 2.4.
STARTUP AND OPERATIONAL CHECK When power is applied, all LEDs will first flash red, then green. This confirms that all LEDs are working correctly. Also, the call waiting window will display asterisks (****) then dashes (----). Figure 2.6 Call Waiting Window (CWW) and Key If the keypanel cannot establish data communications with the intercom system, asterisks will NOTE continue to display.
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ASSIGNING INTERCOM KEYS You can assign keypanel intercom keys using ZEUSedit or ADAMedit. For help with key assignment in ZEUSedit or ADAMedit, click the KP button on the program's toolbar, then press the F1 key on the computer keyboard for help. If your keypanel has Copy, Clear, and Scroll buttons, you can also assign keys at the keypanel, with the following exceptions: Special functions (auto follow, auto listen, etc.) cannot be assigned.
To select a particular scroll list, tap the Copy button. You can go through the names in the selected scroll lists by tapping the Scroll Up or Scroll Down button. Tap the CWW key up to return to normal operation. •...
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Tap the Scroll Up or Scroll Down button to select the desired setup page. Tap the Copy button to assign the selected setup page. The topmost LED next to the call waiting key will flash briefly to confirm the assignment.
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HEADSET BUTTON OPERATION Operation of the Headset button depends on the position of DIP switch 4 on the back panel (see Section 2). DIP switch 4 in Open position (default) • Startup Settings: The panel mic connector (Mic) and the speaker will both be on. The Headset connector will be off.
INTERCOM KEY OPERATION Momentary vs. Latching Operation For momentary key activation, press and hold an intercom key. For latching operation, tap the key to turn it on, and tap it again to turn it off. • If the LED next to a key does not turn on when the key it activated, this means the key is not NOTES currently assigned.
is equipped with optional trunking). The “in-use” indication warns you that someone else is currently talking. • Red flashing “busy” indication: May occur when a key is activated to talk to an IFB or a remote intercom system. This indicates that some other keypanel with a higher priority is currently talking and you cannot talk at this time.
1, N002 indicates port 2 and so forth. SIDETONE ADJUSTMENT When you use the MKP-4, MKP-12, BKP-4, TKP-4 or WKP-4 with a headset, your own voice audio can be heard in the headphones. This is especially helpful when using headphones that completely cover the ears, because it eliminates the muffled sensation when talking.