SP-3
Speech Processor Module
1. INTRODUCTION
The
SP-3
speech
processor
record/playback module for short voice messages, up to 20
seconds long. Designed for manual recording and electronically
triggered playback, the SP-3 provides 1 Watt of audio output.
The primary application of the SP-3 is an inexpensive, easy-to-
install automatic announcer, triggered by motion detectors or any
type of momentary switch. The module is suitable for automatic
transmission of verbal warnings, announcements, guidance and
advertisements in elevators, stairwells, corridors, exhibitions, etc.
A miniature microphone and an easily accessible RECORD
pushbutton are included in the module. Loudspeaker output
terminals are provided for direct connection to an external
loudspeaker. An audio input header permits the installer to choose
(by the corresponding jumper, as shown in Figure 1) between
recording a message with the internal microphone (INT) and
recording a message from an external audio source (EXT).
When triggered by a short pulse, the speech processor plays the
recorded message once and then stops. With continuous
triggering, the message is repeated over and over again, until the
trigger voltage is removed.
The module is suitable for mounting within a host system cabinet or
inside the loudspeaker housing. The SP-3 may be supplied
mounted in a small plastic cabinet with a built-in 63 mm / 1 W (2-
1/2" / 1W) loudspeaker.
2. SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Recording Duration: 20 seconds.
Memory Type: EEPROM (no need for battery backup).
Triggering Methods:
Positive voltage applied to the ST+ terminal.
Negative (ground) potential applied to the ST– terminal.
A short circuit imposed across the ST pins on the PCB.
External Audio Input Level: 100 mV p-p maximum.
External Audio Input Impedance: 12 k
Supply Voltage: 12 VDC ±15%
Operating Temperatures: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
3. INSTALLATION
Use the 3 mounting holes of the SP-3 (Figure 1). Remember to
leave adequate clearance between the bottom of the PCB and
any metal surface.
3.1 Triggering with a Motion Detector's
Normally Closed Switch
To operate the speech processor as an automatic announcer
triggered with a motion detector's N.C. terminals or with any
momentary N.C. switch, proceed as follows:
A. Connect an 8-ohm / 1 Watt loudspeaker across the SIG and
12V (–) terminals.
B. Connect the motion detector's N.C. terminals or the
momentary N.C. switch between the voice processor's ST+
and 12V (–) terminals.
C. Use the jumper provided with the unit to short the two ST pins
permanently together (these pins are clearly identified in
Figure 1).
D. Connect the 12 VDC supply to the 12V (+) and (–) terminals,
taking care not to reverse the positive and negative leads.
E. Record a message as explained in Section 4.
DE6107
is
an
advanced
electronic
Ω
Installation Instructions
Operating power is drawn from the host system or from an
external 12 VDC supply.
RECORD
START
AUDIO INPUT
JUMPER
BUTTON
ST
–
+
12V
ST+ ST–
FROM
12 VDC (+)
SUPPLY
GROUND
(NEGATIVE)
SUPPLY LEAD
POSITIVE
TRIGGER
INPUT
Figure 1. SP-3 Layout and Connections
Loudspeaker
1W across 8Ω
Output:
Current
6 mA (standby);
Consumption
30 mA (record);
(approx.):
300 mA peak (playback)
Dimensions
62 x 37 x 16 mm
(H x W x D):
(2-7/16 x 1-7/16 x 5/8 in)
Weight:
20 g (0.75 oz)
3.2 Triggering with a Normally Open
Switch
To operate the speech processor as an automatic announcer
triggered with any momentary N.O. switch, proceed as follows:
Ω
A. Connect an 8
/ 1W loudspeaker across the SIG and 12V (–)
terminals.
B. Connect the momentary N.O. switch between the speech
processor ST+ and 12V (+) terminals. A second method is to
connect the N.O. switch between the ST– and 12V (–)
terminals. A third method is to connect the N.O. switch across
the two pins of the ST header on the printed circuit board.
C. Connect the 12 VDC supply to the 12V (+) and (–) terminals,
taking care not to reverse the positive and negative leads.
D. Make sure that the jumper is removed from the two ST pins. A
good practice is to mount the jumper on a single pin, to
prevent it from getting lost.
E. Record a message as explained in Section 4.
MICRO-
MOUNTING
HEADER
PHONE
HOLE (1 OF 3)
INT EXT
+ –
VOL.
SPK
SIG
SPEAKER
1W / 8Ω
VOLUME
SPEAKER
CONTROL
SPEAKER
CONN.
(OPTION)
NEGATIVE
TRIGGER
INPUT
1
Need help?
Do you have a question about the SP-3 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers