Informer-IP Wall Mount

Informer-IP™

Wall Mount

*Strobe is optional.

Installation and

Maintenance Manual

25500093A

Rev. A1 114

Printed in U.S.A.

© Copyright 2014 Federal Signal Corporation

Limited Warranty

The Alerting and Notification Systems Division of Federal Signal Corporation (Federal)

warrants each new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use

and service, for a period of two years on parts replacement and factory-performed labor (one year

for Informer, EAS, and Federal software products) from the date of delivery to the first user-

purchaser. Federal warrants every 2001, Eclipse and 508 Siren (Top of pole only) to be free from

defects in material, per our standard warranty, under normal use and service for a period of five

years on parts replacement.

During this warranty period, the obligation of Federal is limited to repairing or replacing, as

Federal may elect, any part or parts of such product which after examination by Federal, are

determined to be defective in material and/or workmanship.

Federal will provide warranty for any unit, which is delivered, transported prepaid, to the Federal

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reveals a defect in material and/or workmanship.

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to the product, or labor charges for removal and re-installation of the product. The Federal Signal

Corporation warranty shall not apply to components or accessories that have a separate warranty

by the original manufacturer, such as, but not limited to batteries.

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installation, when Federal has provided a turn-key installation including optimization and/or

commissioning services.

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installation or which has been inadequately maintained, nor to units which have problems related

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Informer-IP Wall Mount

Contents

SAFETY MESSAGE

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION TO THE INFORMER-IP WALL MOUNT ............................................................................................................ 3

FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3

OPTIONAL FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................................... 4

INFORMER-IP WALL MOUNT MAIN COMPONENTS............................................................................................................... 5

OPTIONAL WIRELESS REMOTE FOB .................................................................................................................................... 5

INPUT/OUTPUT DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 6

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO/RELAY OUTPUT ................................................................................................................................................... 8

ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE .................................................................................................................................... 8

FCC PART 15 CLASS B .................................................................................................................................................... 8

AGENCY COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................................................................................... 9

CONNECTORS AND JACKS ................................................................................................................................................. 9

RSO (2005062) INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................... 10

ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL ..................................................................................................................................... 10

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

DETERMINE A SUITABLE LOCATION .................................................................................................................................. 11

WALL MOUNTING ........................................................................................................................................................ 11

RECESSED MOUNTING................................................................................................................................................... 12

AUDIO/RELAY OUTPUT – INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................... 13

ALERT CONTACT INPUT.................................................................................................................................................. 14

RS232 PORT .............................................................................................................................................................. 14

ETHERNET PORT........................................................................................................................................................... 14

WIRING THE DEVICE ..................................................................................................................................................... 15

CONFIGURING THE INFORMER-IP

OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................................................. 18

INFORMER-IP NETWORK CONFIGURATION FORM FOR THE WIRED UNITS ................................................................................ 20

RECOMMENDED ID LABEL .............................................................................................................................................. 21

RECOMMENDED NETWORK DEVICE RECORD ..................................................................................................................... 21

CONFIGURING WITH THE COMMAND LINE INTERFACE .......................................................................................................... 21

Telnet Login ......................................................................................................................................................... 21

Configuring the Parent Server, Site ID and Location ........................................................................................... 22

Changing Config User Password ......................................................................................................................... 22

Configuring the IP Address .................................................................................................................................. 23

End Telnet Session ............................................................................................................................................... 23

CONFIGURING WITH THE WEB BROWSER .......................................................................................................................... 23

Login.................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Assigning System Server and Unit ID .................................................................................................................. 25

Changing the User Password .............................................................................................................................. 26


Changing the Static IP Address, Site ID, and Location Assignment ..................................................................... 27

Advanced Configuration ..................................................................................................................................... 28

Backupand RestoreConfiguration ....................................................................................................................... 29

CONFIGURING USING THE INFORMER-IP SETUP WIZARD (MODEL INFORMER-IP-SW) .............................................................. 29

Uploading Configuration Settings ....................................................................................................................... 32

RESTORING FACTORY DEFAULTS ...................................................................................................................................... 34

RESTORING CONFIGURATION TO FACTORY DEFAULTS .......................................................................................................... 34

ADDRESSING THE FOB .................................................................................................................................................. 34

Assigning the FOB Address .................................................................................................................................. 35

Configuring the Informer-IP’s FOB Address......................................................................................................... 36

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................ 38

LED INDICATORS .......................................................................................................................................................... 38

Network LEDs ...................................................................................................................................................... 39

KEYPAD ...................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Adjusting the Volume .......................................................................................................................................... 39

RECEIVING AN ALERT .................................................................................................................................................... 40

RECEIVING A TEST MESSAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 41

DUAL RELAY AND 600 OHM AUDIO OUTPUT ..................................................................................................................... 41

Relay Outputs ...................................................................................................................................................... 41

600 Ohm Audio Output ....................................................................................................................................... 42

GENERATING ALERTS .................................................................................................................................................... 42

Configuring Alerts ............................................................................................................................................... 43

USING THE INTERCOM ................................................................................................................................................... 44

Selecting an Informer-IP Device .......................................................................................................................... 46

Listen/Recording Configuration Options ............................................................................................................. 48

TESTING AND TRAINING

OBTAINING SERVICE

INFORMER-IP WALL MOUNT SERVICE .............................................................................................................................. 50

REPLACING THE KEY FOB BATTERY ................................................................................................................................. 50

INDEX .................................................................................................................................................................. 53

Figures Figure 1 Rear View – Hole Measurements.................................................................................................. 12

Figure 2 Side View – Hole Measurements .................................................................................................. 13

Figure 3 Internal Wiring for the Informer-IP Wall Mount ........................................................................... 17

Tables Table 1 Electrical ........................................................................................................................................... 7

Table 2 Audible Indications ........................................................................................................................... 7

Table 3 Wireless Key FOB Alert Buttons ....................................................................................................... 7


Table 4 Serial and Ethernet Ports ................................................................................................................. 7

Table 5 Visual Indications.............................................................................................................................. 7

Table 6 Controls ............................................................................................................................................ 8

Table 7 Connectors and Jacks ....................................................................................................................... 9

Table 8 RSO (2005062) Input/Output Connections .................................................................................... 10

Table 9 Environmental and Physical ........................................................................................................... 10

Table 10 Audio/Relay Output – Input/Output Connections ....................................................................... 14

Table 11 FS232 Connector Pin-out ............................................................................................................. 14

Table 12 Informer-IP Network Configuration Form .................................................................................... 20

Table 13 Recommended ID Label ............................................................................................................... 21

Table 14 Recommended Network Device Record ...................................................................................... 21

Table 15 LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................... 38

Table 16 Informer-IP Buttons...................................................................................................................... 40

Table 17 Example Alert Configuration ........................................................................................................ 43

Table 18 Commander Intercom Dialog Box Options .................................................................................. 47

Safety Message

Informer-IP Wall Mount 1

Safety Message

It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be

installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country electric

codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes.

Listed below are important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:

Read and Understand

Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this product.

Adhere to all warnings and operating instructions.

Proper installation, placement, and testing are required to ensure the unit is able

to perform as intended. Perform installation, placement, and testing after the

installer has read and understood this manual.

Installation Considerations

Do not use near water; for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,

laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, rain, or similar

environments.

Mount to a wall only as specified in this manual.

Place away from heat sources; such as, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

accessories that produce heat.

Do not exceed maximum accessory relay output rating of 30 VDC, 5 Amps.

Ethernet Wiring

Ethernet wiring must be at least six feet from bare power wiring or lightning rods

and associated wires, and at least six inches from other wire (antenna wires,

doorbell wires, wires from transformers to neon signs), steam or hot water pipes,

and heating ducts.

Do not place Ethernet wiring or connections in any conduit, outlet or junction box

containing high voltage electrical wiring.

Notices

Take care so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure

through openings.

Keep the Informer-IP at least six inches away from a listener’s ears whenever the

Informer-IP Power LED is on or blinking. The sound output of the Informer-IP

may cause hearing damage if the Informer-IP is activated too close to the user.

Safety Message

MERGEFORMAT Configuring the Informer-

IPFORMAT General Descriptionations

2 Informer-IP Wall Mount

Clean with a non-abrasive cleaner and a damp cloth. Do not apply solvents

directly onto the Informer-IP.

Retain instructions for future reference.

Service the Informer-IP by qualified service personnel when the following has

occurred to the Informer-IP:

Objects haven fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled into

Does not appear to operate normally

Exhibits a marked change in performance

Exposed to rain

Has been dropped

Enclosure is damaged

Servicing

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than what is

contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all

servicing to qualified service personnel. Always test the Informer-IP before using

after repairs have been made.

Symbol Definition

Indicates to reduce the risk of fire, replace fuse as marked.

General Description


General Description

Introduction to the Informer-IP Wall Mount

The Informer-IP Wall Mount is an intercom, a warning device, and an alarm

initiation point that connects to your Ethernet network. An internal speaker and a

microphone provide clear two-way voice communications between control and

monitoring points and distributed locations. Remotely, you can trigger five different

alerts using a combination of remote input, a local ALERT push button, and an

optional wireless key FOB transmitter to initiate local or mass alerting events.

The Informer-IP has an audio output for connecting to existing PA systems and two

relay outputs to control strobes or other devices. An RS232 port is available for

driving an optional scrolling message display. The Informer-IP provides four

standard alert tones and up to eight minutes of Voice/Tone recordings to be played.

You can wall mount or recess the unit. You can power it through Power over

Ethernet (PoE) from your network (requires part number 2005704B), or through local

AC power (use of strobe requires AC powering or external powering of strobe).

Using existing network infrastructure significantly lowers installation costs and

simplifies wide-scale deployments.

The Informer-IP provides an unmatched value for two-way indoor alert and

notification for schools, hospitals, police and fire stations, government facilities and

industrial plants.

Features

Tone and Voice Alert and Notification compatible with Federal Signal

Controllers

Two-Way Intercom with Remote audio monitoring, recording and playback

Up to eight minutes of local digital audio storage

Small size, rugged construction and wide operating temperature range

High output speaker with adjustable volume control and exceptional sound

quality

LED status indicators for Power, Alert, Test and Talk

Optional Wireless Remote FOB Input triggers four Remote Alerts up to 75’ away

Ability to remote activate

REPLAY Button allows Alert messages to be replayed when the red Alert LED is

flashing

RESET Button Silences Alerts

General Description




Local and remote volume level controls

Alerts are IP addressable Individually, in Groups or All

Requires minimal network bandwidth and uses TCP/IP protocol for security and

reliability

Remote supervision of Communications, Audio Output, Alert Function Execution

Remote management via web page browser and Telnet with password protection

Supports remote monitoring via SNMP

Supports fixed IP, DHCP and Auto-IP

Wired Ethernet

Works with redundant SmartMsg and Commander network servers for reliable

failsafe operation with full two-way control, status monitoring and configuration

of the Informer-IP.

Optional Features

4-button wireless remote FOB (Model: I-KEYFOB) Triggers Remote Alerts up to

75’ away

Scrolling message displays (ordered separately)

Ability to mount Model LP1-012 12 V mini-strobe when used in Wall Mount

configuration (requires AC powering).

General Description


Informer-IP Wall Mount Main Components

Optional wireless remote FOB

Keypad

Speaker

General Description




Input/Output Definitions

RS232 Port

Audio Output Level Adjustment Alert Contact Input

600 Ohm Audio and Relay Outputs

(Wired for LP1 Strobe)

Ethernet

Specifications


Specifications

Table 1 Electrical

Input 115 to 230 VAC

Operating current 350 mA maximum

Audio Data Playback Storage 8 minutes non-volatile FLASH memory

Audio Frequency response 300 Hz to 3000 Hz, +1 to -3 dB per octave

Audio Output 0.5 watts into 8 ohms

Audio Distortion < 5% @ 80 dB output, with 700 Hz tone

Table 2 Audible Indications

Warning Siren Audio Seven user-configurable tones

Internal Failure Alarm Unit will sound a short, low-level beep once every 30 seconds if network connectivity is lost.

Table 3 Wireless Key FOB Alert Buttons

Range Up to 75 feet without obstructions

Frequency 433 MHz

Modulation ASK/OOK

Unique Addresses 1024

Button Quantity 4

Complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada RSP-100 compliance

Tested for CE compliance for use in the European Union

Table 4 Serial and Ethernet Ports

Serial Port RS232C, N, 8, 1 Baud rate configurable

Ethernet Port IEEE 802.3, 10 BASE-T connection

Table 5 Visual Indications

POWER The green Power LED turns on when power is connected and the device is connected to a Federal Signal enabled network server. The Power LED flashes on for 100 ms when the unit is disconnected from the server.

ALERT

The red Alert LED Flashes on and off at a ½ second interval when an alert is received. The LED is reset when the RESET button is pressed or a reset command is sent from a control station.

TEST

The yellow Test LED turns on Steady when a Quiet Test function is executed. The LED is reset when RESET button is pressed or a reset command is received from a control station. The LED flashes on and off at a 1/10 second rate indicating the unit has been reset to factory defaults and requires configuration. The unit does not attempt to connect to a parent server when this LED is flashing.

TALK The blue Talk LED flashes at a 1/10 second interval when a Live PA, Intercom Talk session, or Text-To-Speech message is in progress. The Talk LED turns on steady when the intercom monitor function is active. During an Intercom chat session, the local operator must listen while the blue LED is blinking and may talk when the LED is on steady. Audible turn-around beeps also indicate the transitions from Talk and Listen modes. The Intercom chat session ends when the control point Ends the Call or Resets the device.

Specifications




Table 6 Controls

Volume Up Button

Increases volume and beeps at the current volume level.

Volume Down Button

Decreases volume and beeps at the current volume level.

ALERT

The ALERT button sends Alert # 6 to the control points and changes the status icon to Red. You can also configure alerts as a Call Request to alert emergency operations personnel that an intercom chat session is being requested. You can configure each of the six alert inputs with application specific names. A Call Request is a request for an Intercom Chat Session with the Emergency Operations personnel at the control point(s). The Call Request pops up the Commander Intercom window and turns on the red Call Request status icon next to the Unit ID and Unit Name of the Informer-IP that issued the request.

RESET

Push to reset the following:

Alert Signals

Alert, Test and Talk LEDs

Scrolling Message Display

Relay Outputs

REPLAY

The REPLAY button replays last voice message received if the Red Alert light is blinking. If the Alert light is not blinking, the event has ended or reset which removes the message from memory.

Audio/Relay Output

Two Relay Outputs, 5 amps @ 30VDC.

You can program relay output to cycle on and off, or come on continuously with

programmable on time, off time, and total-time.

Once activated, you can program the relay outputs to be reset manually, or reset after

a programmable number of seconds. Relay 2 has been pre-wired for use with an LP1

24 VDC strobe.

The 600-Ohm audio output responds as the speaker does. Audio comes on with the

speaker and is reset or shut off when the speaker audio shuts off. The output level is

adjustable from 0 to 2.5 Vp-p into 600 Ohms with 1 kHz tone.

Electromagnetic Interference

Complies with FCC Title 47, Part 15

FCC Part 15 Class B

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105)

The Informer-IP Wall Mount was tested and found to comply with the limits for

Class B digital devices pursuant to Part 15 Subpart B, of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

Specifications


residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction

manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is

no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can

be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and

correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

Connect the equipment to a different circuit than the receiver that it is connected

to.

Agency Compliance

Complies with UL 60065

Connectors and Jacks

Table 7 Connectors and Jacks

J1 ALERT Button Alarm Input (Dry contact across pins activates input) 2 – Active low input (Pulled to 4.5 VDC internally through 4.75 K ohms) 1 – Ground

J2 Power connector Center – (8.0 to 30 VDC) Outside – GND

J3 Line Out Center – Line Level Audio Output, 1.4 Vpp, 0.500 VRMS max Outside – GND

JP1 Serial / FLASH Port 1 – Serial / FLASH! Select 2 – (TXD) 3 – (RXD) 4 – (GND) 4 – (GND) 5 – CTS / SCK (Serial Clock) Input 6 – RTS / Reset Input

JP3 Microphone Enable Jumper Jumper to enable Microphone

JP7 Speaker Audio Non-polarized

Specifications




RSO (2005062) Input/Output Connections

Table 8 RSO (2005062) Input/Output Connections

JP3 (Field Wiring) 1 – Normally closed, relay #2 (Right hand side of connector) 2 – Common, relay #2 (Pre-wired to 24 VDC) 3 – Normally open, relay 2 (Pre-wired to Strobe) 4 – Normally closed, relay #1 5 – Common, relay #1 6 – Normally open, relay 1 7 – 600 Ohm audio output 8 – 600 Ohm audio output

Environmental and Physical

Table 9 Environmental and Physical

Operating temp range -22F + 140F / -30C + 60C

Humidity range 0-95%, non-condensing

Size 8.3” x 7.0”x 3.3” (H x W x D)

Weight 3.2 lbs.

Installation Instructions



Read and adhere to all safety warnings of this manual before installing

the Informer-IP.

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the wall

in accordance with the installation instructions.

Determine a Suitable Location

When choosing a location for the Informer-IP, consider the following criteria:

1. Place as far as possible from electrically noisy electronic devices to avoid

interference. Examples of noisy devices may include the following: microwave

ovens, motor driven devices, light ballasts, and electrical switching devices.

2. Requires a connection to a wired Ethernet network. Ethernet wire runs must be

less than 328’ from the nearest network switch.

3. Place in an area where you can hear the speaker when the Informer-IP is

activated. You can check the warning tone level by holding the VOLUME up and

down buttons until the desired level is reached. If the coverage area is large,

multiple Informer-IP or external amplifiers and speakers may be required to

provide adequate warning.

4. Position to keep the unit at least six inches away from the listener’s ears to avoid

potential hearing damage.

5. Do not use near water; for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,

laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, rain or similar

environments.

6. Place where it will not be inadvertently covered or moved. A permanent wall

mounting is recommended after you have found a suitable location.

Wall Mounting

Wall mounting is the preferred mounting method for the Informer-IP. Before

mounting, determine a suitable location considering the criteria listed above. The

Informer-IP has eight holes, two sets of four, located on the back of the unit that

accepts #8 screws. Mounting location determines which set of four holes are used.

Exterior wiring can enter the Informer-IP through any of the unit’s five knockouts:

two on the back, one on the bottom, and one located on each side of the unit. Place

the mounting screws horizontally level, approximately 6 inches above eye level and

4 inches apart on center. Ensure the screws are placed into material that can

adequately support the weight of the Informer-IP. Use #8 wall anchors when





mounting to drywall. Ensure that the screws are tightened sufficiently to securely

fasten the Informer-IP against the wall.

Figure 1 Rear View – Hole Measurements

Connect the Informer-IP to the LAN using CAT5 cable. If the Wired Ethernet has

PoE, no other power connection is required. [Early versions of the Informer-IP

require a PoE Adapter (2005704A) and additional cable (1751407A) to supply

correct PoE wiring.]

Recessed Mounting

Before putting the Informer-IP in place, determine a suitable location considering the

criteria listed above. The Informer-IP has four holes for recessed mounting, two sets

of two, located on the sides of the unit which accept #10 screws. Mounting location

determines which set of holes are used or both. Exterior wiring can enter the

Informer-IP through any of the unit’s knockouts: located on the back, bottom, and

each side of the unit. Place the mounting screws horizontally level. Ensure the screws

are placed into material that can adequately support the weight of the Informer-IP.



Figure 2 Side View – Hole Measurements

1. Cut a hole that is 8.25" x 7.25" x 3" (H x W x D), which is slightly larger than the

Informer-IP base and next to a wall stud.

2. Attach the face bracket to the sides of the unit using the four 10-32 screws

included.

3. Slide the Informer-IP into the wall and from the inside of the unit mark the side

hole locations on the wall stud.

4. Remove the unit and drill the two holes for #10 screws.

5. Place the mounting screws horizontally level.

Note: Ensure the screws are placed into material that can adequately support the

weight of the Informer-IP and that the screws are tightened sufficiently to

securely fasten the unit to the stud.

Audio/Relay Output – Input/Output Connections

Do not exceed the electrical ratings defined in the specifications for the

Input/Output option.

A 600 Ohm balanced audio output and two SPDT relay outputs are available with the

Informer-IP. A removable eight position connector is located on the inside of the

Informer-IP for making electrical connections. The connector accepts 5 mm (3/16”)

stripped wire, 18 – 26 AWG.





Make electrical connections to the Input/Output connector as follows:

Table 10 Audio/Relay Output – Input/Output Connections

PIN DESCRIPTION

1 Audio Output

2 Audio Output

3 Relay 1 N.O. Contact

4 Relay 1 Common

5 Relay 1 N.C. Contact

6 Relay 2 N.O. Contact (used by Strobe)

7 Relay 2 Common (used by Strobe)

8 Relay 2 N.C. Contact

Alert Contact Input

Located on the inside of the Informer-IP Wall Mount housing is a two-position Alert

contact input (parallel to ALERT Push button). The removable connector accepts

5 mm (3/16”) stripped wire, 18 – 26 AWG.

RS232 Port

The RS232 Port uses a 6 pin modular connector. Federal Signal can provide

pre-terminated cables when scrolling message displays are purchased.

Table 11 FS232 Connector Pin-out

PIN DESCRIPTION

1 Serial / Flash Select

2 TXD

3 RXD

4 GND

5 CTS / Serial Clock In

6 RTS

Ethernet Port

The Informer-IP has an 8 pin Ethernet port for connecting to the Communications

network. The port accepts 42 to 57 VDC PoE per IEEE 802.3af (early versions of the

Informer-IP may require PoE Adapter 2005704A for proper PoE operation). Ethernet

wire runs must be less than 328’ from the nearest network switch. The wired Ethernet

port auto-negotiates a 10/100, full or half duplex connection.



Wiring the Device

SHOCK HAZARD – To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect AC

power before connecting or removing AC power wires. Failure to heed

this warning may cause serious injury or death.

1. Install this device by a qualified electrician in accordance with local and national

electrical codes (NEC/CEC).

2. Make the supply connections directly to the terminal 3-postion terminal block

located internally on the back wall of the housing. The Informer-IP has a

universal input that can be connected to a 115 V line and neutral or two 115 V

lines.

3. Route the supply wires (10 AWG to 16 AWG) into the housing.

4. Strip a maximum of 0.28 inch (7 mm) of insulation from the ends of the power

leads. Coil any excess wire and secure under the terminal block to avoid contact

with other wiring and components.

5. Connect the wires to the terminal block by inserting the stripped ends of the wires

into the connectors as far as they can travel.

Connect the earth ground to the terminal block position G.

Connect the line (hot, L1) wire to position L.

Connect the neutral or the L2 wire to position N.

6. Tighten the clamping screw. The maximum tightening torque is 7.0 in-lb

(0.8 N • m).

7. Connect the earth ground to the terminal block.

8. Route the Ethernet cable into the housing using the supplied rubber grommet.

9. Optional: If installing an LP1 strobe, do the following:

Find the loose wires for the LP1 strobe.

Attach the stripped black wire to the LP1 strobe negative (-) terminal.

Tighten the clamping screw. The maximum tightening torque is 7.0 in-lb (0.8

N • m).

Attach the red wire to the positive (+) terminal.

Run the wires thru the rubber gasket and thru the top of the Wall Informer-IP.





Attach the LP1 strobe to the top if the Wall Informer-IP using the LP1

supplied hardware.

Attach the red and black wires to the connectors inside the Wall Informer-IP.



Figure 3 Internal Wiring for the Informer-IP Wall Mount

The Informer-IP Wall Mount is internally wired.

Configuring the Informer-IP





Overview

Before using the Informer-IP Wall Mount on your network, configuration must be

performed by a System Administrator. The Administrator must be familiar with IP

network equipment, this manual and the Commander Software Reference Manual.

Proper configuration settings are required for the network to be able to reliably

communicate with the device and create a redundant, fail-safe network architecture

for your system.

The minimum configuration requires the following before placing the Informer-IP

into service:

IP address

Parent Server IP Address

Port Number

Informer-IP Site number assignment

You can statically address the Informer-IP or configure it for DHCP and Auto-IP. For

permanent installations and good network management, it is recommended to reserve

static IP addresses for all Informer-IP devices on the network. The factory default

setting places the Informer-IP on a static IP address of 10.10.10.1 with a subnet mask

of 255.255.255.0 on port 16887. You can restore the unit to this factory default

setting with a hardware reset if the configuration information is lost.

You must reserve a static IP addresses on your network for each Federal Signal

network server and are recommended to be reserved for each Informer-IP and any

other Federal Signal network equipment; such as, Sirens, SIU, or RIU devices. You

must reserve numeric site ID numbers for use by the Commander software to identify

each Commander Control Station, Informer-IP, and Siren device on a map display

using numbered icons. Do not duplicate IP addresses and site ID numbers on the

network at any time or network errors occurs. Do not use Server Site, RIU and SIU

numeric site ID numbers. Informer-IP and Siren site ID numbers start at number 001

and are numbered sequentially. Commander Control Station Site ID numbers start at

number 900.

Three configuration methods are available:

Command line Telnet session

Web browser interface

Informer-IP Setup Wizard

All methods require a username and password for security.



The default username is the following:

config

The default password is the following:

Informer-IP

The config user has security rights to change the config user password.

Note: Usernames and passwords are case sensitive.

Please fill in the applicable sections of the following forms to assist with

configuration and future maintenance.





Informer-IP Network Configuration Form for the Wired Units

Table 12 Informer-IP Network Configuration Form

Domain Name

IP Range

Subnet Mask

Gateway

Primary DNS Server

Alternate DNS Server

SMTP Server Name

SMTP Server Address

SmartMsg Parent Server Name

SmartMsg Parent Server Address

Failover Server 1 Name / Address




Informer-IP Config Username

Informer-IP Config Password



Recommended ID Label

Table 13 Recommended ID Label

Recommended Network Device Record

Table 14 Recommended Network Device Record

Configuring with the Command Line Interface

Telnet Login

The factory default IP address for wired versions of Informer-IP is 10.10.10.1 and the

default port for Telnet is 23.

To establish a Telnet session with the Informer-IP, do the following from the

Windows Start menu:

1. Type cmd.exe in the Search programs and files text box or select Run… and type

cmd

The Command Line Interface window appears.

2. Enter telnet and the default IP address:

telnet 10.10.10.1

Note: You can also enter the static IP address that has been reserved for the

Informer-IP Wall Mount in the following format:

telnet <ip address> <port> (omit the port if you are using the default

port)

Location IP Address x.x.x.x Site ID# xxx MAC xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx

Lobby

Name/Location IP Address x.x.x.x Site ID# xxx MAC xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx

Control Station 1 900



Device Name 001

002

003

004

005





The device responds with the following:

login:

3. Enter the username :

config (config is the default user)

The device responds with:

password:

4. Enter the password:

Informer-IP (Informer-IP is the default password)

The device responds with #> indicating the Telnet session is active.

Configuring the Parent Server, Site ID and Location

Enter the Parent Server address, port number, Site ID and physical location as

follows:

#> set system description=10.50.50.5:16887 contact=005 location=Lobby

Where:

10.50.50.5 = Parent Server Address (system description)

16887 = Port number

005 = Site ID (contact)

Lobby = location

Changing Config User Password

Change the default password for security. You can restore the default password and

original configuration by executing a Factory Default function.

The Telnet command to change the password is as follows:

#> newpass name=config (User receives prompts to change password)



Configuring the IP Address

Configure the Informer-IP to use the static IP that has been reserved for it as shown

in the following example:

#> set network ip=10.50.50.12 gateway=10.50.50.1 submask=255.255.255.0

dhcp=off static=on

The changes take effect immediately and the device attempts to reconnect to the

network.

Once the IP address is changed, you can place the Informer-IP on the live network

that it will be used on. If the domain changes, you have to place the configuration PC

in the same IP address range as the Informer-IP and restart the Telnet session to

communicate with it again.

End Telnet Session

To end the Telnet session, enter the quit command ore reboot the device:

#> quit (Quits the telnet session)

#> boot action=reset (Reboots the device)

Configuring with the Web Browser

Login

To configure using the web browser, do the following:

1. Enter the default 10.10.10.1 IP address or the pre-configured static address for the

Informer-IP into your web browser to view the web page of the device.





The Login window appears.

2. Enter the Username:

config (or pre-configured Username)

3. Enter the Password:

Informer-IP (or pre-configured Password)

Note: The password is case sensitive.

4. Click on the Login button.

The Home page appears.



Assigning System Server and Unit ID

To assign the system server and unit ID do the following:

1. Select System from the Configuration menu on the left.

2. Enter the static IP address for the primary server the Informer-IP will connect to

in the server Description field. The format is as follows:

address:port

Do not change the port address unless required by your Network Administrator.

The port address must match the Server’s port address.

3. Enter the Informer-IP site number that will be used by the Federal Commander to

identify the device in the Contact field.

4. Enter the Location for the device, for example: Lobby.

Note: Do not change the information in the Device ID field.

5. Click on the Apply button.





Changing the User Password

Change the config user default password for security and store the new password and

the network configuration settings in a secure location. You can restore the default

password and original configuration by executing a Factory Default function.

To change the config user default password, do the following:

1. Select Users from the Configuration menu.

2. Select the username under User Name you want to change.

This example uses the username config.



The User Configuration – config dialog box appears.

3. Enter the New Password and Confirm Password.


Changing the Static IP Address, Site ID, and Location Assignment

To change the Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway of the Informer-IP, do

the following:

1. Click on the Network menu from the Configuration menu.

2. Select the Use the following IP address: radio button.

3. Enter the static IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway for the

Informer-IP






You must Reboot the device for the IP address change to take effect.

Once the IP address is changed, configuration is only possible when the Informer-IP

and the configuration computer are placed on the live network together. Reconfigure

the configuration computer’s IP settings before returning to the live network. You

now need to login to the web page with the new IP address after the address is

changed.

Advanced Configuration

The Informer-IP is a very versatile network appliance that has many other advanced

network configuration parameters that you can fine tuned to enhance the

performance, security, and maintenance of the Informer-IP on your network.

Although users do not have to take advantage of these advanced features to begin

using the Informer-IP on their network, help screens are available on each of the web

pages to assist users to navigate the advanced settings.

To view Advanced Network Settings, do the following:

1. Select Network under Configuration.

2. Select Advanced Network Settings.

The following dialog appears.



Backup and Restore Configuration

Once all configuration settings are complete, you can backup and restore

configuration settings using the Backup/Restore menu selection.

To backup configuration settings, do the following:

1. Select Backup/Restore under the Administration menu.

2. Click on the Backup button.

3. The system prompts you for where to save the backup file.

Configuring Using the Informer-IP Setup Wizard (Model Informer-IP-

SW)

The Informer-IP Setup Wizard is a standalone Windows XP or later software

application that is used to configure the basic network settings of the Informer-IP

over the device’s RS232 port. Use a 9-pin serial to 6-pin modular adaptor cable to

connect the PC to the Informer-IP. Advanced network configuration settings require

the Telnet or Web page interface. The Informer-IP Setup Wizard dialog box contains

all the basic configuration settings for wired units.





To configure using the Informer-IP Setup Wizard, do the following:

1. Install the Setup Wizard.

2. Run the Informer-IP, select from the Windows Start menu:

StartAll ProgramsFederal Signal CorporationInformer-IP Setup

Wizard

The Informer-IP Setup Wizard dialog box appears.



3. Select Unit TypeWired

4. Select the Use the following IP address: option.

5. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway or select the Obtain an

IP address automatically using DHCP option.

6. Enter the static IP address of the SmartMsg Server, the SmartMsg TCP Port

(default is 16887) the unique Unit Number for the Informer-IP, and the location

of the Informer-IP.

7. Select FileSave to save the configuration settings.

8. Select FileUpload to Informer-IP to upload to the Informer-IP.

You can also open configuration file settings previously saved from the File

menu. The file is stored in an XML format. Store the file in a secure location,

because the file contains security information.





Uploading Configuration Settings

To upload the configuration settings, do the following:

1. Insert the serial port adaptor board into the serial port of the computer.

2. Connect the modular cable to the Informer-IP’s serial port and connect the other

end to the serial port connector labeled Serial on the adaptor board.

3. Select FileSet Comm Port to select the computer’s serial communications port

number that is used to connect to the Informer-IP.

The Select Comm Port dialog box appears.

4. Select FileUpload to Informer-IP to upload to the configuration.

To computer

To Informer-IP



The Warning dialog box appears.

5. Click on the OK button.

The Password dialog box appears. The Informer-IP’s configuration is protected

with a username and password

6. Enter a Username and Password with configuration rights before the

configuration file is uploaded to the Informer-IP.

Enter the default username and password as follows:

Username: config (or pre-configured username)

Password: Informer-IP (or pre-configured password)

The configuration upload begins after the correct username and password are

entered. A success message is displayed after the configuration has been

uploaded successfully.





Restoring Factory Defaults

To restore the factory default setting, do the following:

1. Select FileSet Factory Defaults to restore the factory default settings.

The Warning dialog box appears.

2. Click on the OK button.

Restoring Configuration to Factory Defaults

If the configuration details are lost or changed incorrectly and it becomes necessary

to restore the Informer-IP to factory default settings, perform a Power-On Factory

Default procedure.

To restore configuration to factory defaults, do the following:

1. Remove power from the Informer-IP.

2. Press and hold down the RESET button.

3. Apply power while holding down the RESET button until the Power and Test

LED begin to blink confirming that the default configuration has been loaded.

You need to re-enter all local configuration settings before placing the Informer-IP

into service.

Addressing the FOB

You can uniquely address the optional wireless FOB remote keypad to one of 1,024

unique addresses so that the FOB is only able to communicate with an Informer-IP

containing a matching address. By default, all FOBs and Informer-IPs are set to the

same address.



If all FOB holders should be able to remotely control any Informer-IP they are near,

you can use the default setting and no address changes are required. If the

implementation plan requires unique pairing of FOBs and Informer-IPs, the FOBs

and Informer-IPs must be configured with matching addresses.

Assigning the FOB Address

To assign the FOB address, do the following:

1. You can access the address configuration by gently prying apart the two halves of

the key FOB at the seam (you may use your fingernails).

2. Once the unit is open, the configuration traces is visible under the rear plastic

cover as shown below. The traces are labeled 0-9.

3. A unique address is assigned by selectively cutting the traces with a small razor

knife.

4. If the trace is intact, the address line is connected to ground, otherwise it is

floating. The Informer-IP’s address must match exactly in order for the FOB to

communicate with the Informer-IP.

Address Configuration Traces





Configuring the Informer-IP’s FOB Address

To configure the Informer-IP’s FOB address, do the following in Commander:

1. Click on the Intercom option from either the menu bar or the icon.

The Commander Intercom dialog box appears.

2. Select the Informer-IP.

3. Select ConfigureFOB Address



The Configure FOB Address dialog box appears.

4. Configure the address. You must configure each Informer-IP’s FOB address

setting to match the FOB that is used with the Informer-IP. You must send these

settings to the Informer-IP to take effect.

5. Click on the Save button.

6. Select FileUpload to Informer-IP from the Informer-IP Setup Wizard dialog

box to upload to the configuration. Refer to the “Uploading Configuration

Settings” on page 32 for detailed information.

Operating Instructions





General Information

You must configure the Informer-IP correctly and test before placing into service.

Refer to the “Configuring the Informer-IP” section of this manual and the

Commander Software Reference Manual for configuration instructions.

If you are experiencing any difficulties with the Informer-IP, contact Federal Signal

Customer Care at: 800-548-7229 or Technical Support at: 800-524-3021

Website: http://www.alertnotification.com/


The following sections describe the various features and functions of the Informer-IP.

Refer to the Commander Software Reference Manual for additional information

about configuration, control and status monitoring of the Informer-IP.

LED Indicators

Table 15 LED Indicators

POWER The green Power LED turns on when power is connected and the device is connected to a Federal Signal enabled network server. The Power LED flashes on for 100 ms when the unit is disconnected from the server.

ALERT

The red Alert LED Flashes on and off at a ½ second interval when the Informer-IP receives an alert. The LED is reset when the RESET button is pressed or a reset command is sent from a control station.

TEST

The yellow Test LED turns on Steady when a Quiet Test function is executed. The LED is reset when RESET button is pressed or a reset command is received from a control station. The LED flashes on and off at a 1/10 second rate indicating the unit has been reset to factory defaults and requires configuration. The unit does not attempt to connect to a parent server when this LED is flashing.

TALK The blue Talk LED flashes at a 1/10 second interval when a Live PA, Intercom Talk session, or Text-To-Speech message is in progress. The Talk LED turns on steady when the intercom monitor function is active. During an Intercom chat session, the local operator must listen while the blue LED is blinking and may talk when the LED is on steady. Audible turn-around beeps also indicate the transitions from Talk and Listen modes. The Intercom chat session ends when the control point Ends the Call or Resets the device.


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Network LEDs

The Ethernet port has two diagnostic LEDs.

Yellow – Link Status

Off – no link has been detected.

On – a link has been detected

Green – Port Activity

Off – the channel is idle.

Blinking – data is transmitted or received.

Keypad

The Informer-IP includes a five-button membrane keypad with a tactile feel and four

diagnostic LEDs.

Adjusting the Volume

The Informer-IP provides the ability to control the sound volume of tone and voice

messages heard over the speaker.

To adjust the volume, press the VOLUME (up arrow) button to increase the sound

volume. Press the VOLUME (down arrow) button to decrease the volume.





A beep is heard indicating the current volume level each time the volume buttons are

pressed. Holding down either arrow allows you to “scroll” to the highest or lowest

volume levels.

The control points can over-ride the local volume controls with remote volume

control commands. If no volume control commands are issued from the control

points, the local volume level is heard. Control points should always issue

Emergency Alerts using a High Power command to ensure all users hear the alert.

The user can lower the volume while a tone or voice message is in progress.

Table 16 Informer-IP Buttons

ALERT

The ALERT button sends Alert # 6 to the control points and changes the status icon to Red. You can also configure alerts as a Call Request to alert emergency operations personnel that an intercom chat session is being requested. You can configure each of the six alert inputs with application specific names. A Call Request is a request for an Intercom Chat Session with the Emergency Operations personnel at the control point(s). The Call Request pops up the Commander Intercom window and turns on the red Call Request status icon next to the Unit ID and Unit Name of the Informer-IP that issued the request.

RESET

Push to reset the following:

Alert Signals

Alert, Test and Talk LEDs

Scrolling Message Display

Relay Outputs

REPLAY

The REPLAY button replays last voice message received if the Red Alert light is blinking. If the Alert light is not blinking, the event has ended or reset which removes the message from memory.

Receiving an Alert

When the Informer-IP receives an alert message or an alert tone, the red Alert LED

begins to flash and audio is heard over the speaker. Also, the audio is sent out the

optional 600-ohm audio output and the output relays close as programmed. An

optional scrolling message display may be driven by the alert or the display may be

driven separately without sounding the Informer-IP.

The alert messages and wave files are recorded and stored in memory until the alert is

reset. Alert Tones are not recorded. You can play back the message by pressing the

REPLAY button anytime the red LED is blinking.

The Informer-IP automatically resets and returns to standby mode when the local

RESET button is pressed or the Control Point sends a reset command. The red Alert

and yellow Test LED is also reset.



If the Control Point cancels the alert or the alert message is complete, the alert stops,

but the Alert LED continues to flash indicating that an alert was issued. Avoid the use

the RESET button until the emergency has ended. During an emergency, pressing the

RESET button while the alert is sounding, stops the alert.

The user may acknowledge receipt of an alert if one of the remote alert inputs is

configured as an acknowledgement. New activation commands over-ride all previous

functions in progress.

Receiving a Test Message

The yellow Test LED lights steady when a Quiet Test message has been received.

This light remains on until you press the RESET button. The Alert LED does not

light for the Quiet Test function that is programmed to light the Test LED.

Dual Relay and 600 ohm Audio Output

With the Informer-IP Wall Mount, two independently programmable relay outputs

and a 600-ohm output are available. The relay timing is configured and programmed

into the Informer-IP from the Federal Commander user interface.

Relay Outputs

The Informer-IP comes with a pair of relay outputs capable of controlling external

devices. The outputs are located at pins 3 - 8 of the removable output connector.

Refer to the “Input/Output Definitions” section for parts locations.

Do not exceed the voltage and current ratings listed in the specifications section of

this manual. When using this option, the relay outputs turn on when the following

occurs:

Until the programmed default timeout occurs

RESET button is pressed

CANCEL or RESET command is received

You can individually configure the relay outputs to open, close, and cycle based on a

pre-programmed sequence. Refer to the Commander Software Reference Manual for

additional information.

Note: The relay outputs close for 5-10 ms. during initial power-up.

Relay two has been pre-wired to allow 12 VDC to power an optional LP1

strobe. Power is supplied from the internal power supply to COM2. The

strobe is connected to NO2 and to ground. Federal Signal provides cables to

wire the LP1 strobe.





600 Ohm Audio Output

The 600-ohm audio output is useful for tying the Informer-IP into existing public

address (PA) systems or other externally amplified speaker systems. An adjustable

balanced audio output is available at pins 1 & 2 of the output connector. The output

level is adjustable via a potentiometer located near the output connector on the inside

of the unit. Refer to the “Input/Output Definitions” section for parts locations. Use of

Selectone speakers with E-300CK can extend the range of an Informer-IP speaker.

Generating Alerts

The Informer-IP can generate up to six different Alerts to alert Emergency Operations

Center (EOC) personnel at the Federal Commander control point. The Commander

provides the EOC with visual and audible indicators for the Alert.

You can generate alerts in three ways:

1. The ALERT Button on the Informer-IP keypad (ALERT)

2. The Rear Input – (terminal block on the inside of the unit)

3. The four button wireless Key FOB option (FOB #1, 2, 3, and 4)



Configuring Alerts

You can configure the Alerts to indicate specific user predefined events, such as:

Medical Alert, Local Disturbance Alert, Weapon Alert, Weather Alert, Fire Alert, or

you can use the inputs to request an Intercom Chat session or act as an

acknowledgement of an Alert or Test.

Table 17 Example Alert Configuration

Alert Input Function

FOB #1 Medical Alert

FOB #2 Local Disturbance Alert

FOB #3 Weapon Alert

FOB #4 Intercom Request

Rear Input Alert Acknowledgment

Alert Button Intercom Request

You can also configure alerts to automatically send email and SmartMsg alerts.

You can configure the alert names within the control system software. You can name

and configure each input to play an audible alarm wavefile. These settings pertain to

all Informer-IPs in the system.

To configure the alert names, do the following from Commander:

1. Click on the Intercom option from either the menu bar or the icon.

The Commander Intercom dialog box appears.

2. Select the Informer-IP.

3. Select ConfigurationInput Options





The Informer-IP Input Options dialog box appears.

4. Enter you alert names and choose your Audible Alarm by using the Browse

button.

5. Choose your SmartMsg Template to assign to the Informer-IP inputs.

The Copy to All Sites button copies the configuration settings from the selected

site to all Informer sites.

6. Click on the Save button to save your configurations.

Using the Intercom

You use the Intercom function to provide bi-directional voice communications

between the Informer-IP and the EOC control point. The EOC can talk to one or

many units at the same time, but you can only listen to or record to one device at a

time. The Federal Commander GUI runs the Intercom session. Use of a headset with

earphones and microphone is recommended to reduce background noise for EOC

operators.

Informer-IPs may initiate Intercom Call Requests. A Call Request launches the

Intercom window in the GUI, if not already open. The EOC can view all devices that

are requesting a call. Requests are indicated by a red bell Icon on the Intercom screen

at the EOC. EOC operators select which Informer-IP they want to start an Intercom

Session/Call with by highlighting the device on the Intercom screen.

Note: Make sure the Informer-IP is not near the microphone at the control point or

an audio feedback loop is created.



The following is the Federal Signal Commander Intercom dialog box.





Selecting an Informer-IP Device

To begin a call, configure, or view the current status of the device, do the following:

1. Select an Informer-IP within the ALL Devices list box. Select the device by

clicking on it or by clicking the Select All button. If the row is double clicked, the

Status Detail screen for the device appears.

2. Select the devices that show in the list box by the All Devices button and the Call

Requests button located at the top of the list box. You can sort the devices with

the list box by clicking the buttons at the top of each column to sort by Status,

Unit ID, or Unit Name.



Table 18 Commander Intercom Dialog Box Options

Intercom Status window

Displays the current operating state of the Intercom. There are three possible states: Standby, Talking and Listening.

Intercom Log window

Displays all Intercom communication activity including which device is being communicated with. The user can scroll through the entries.

Command Log display

Appears automatically on the bottom center of the screen when another control point sends an activation command or starts an intercom chat session. This popup is intended to notify other operators so that they do not interfere with each other. The popup includes the time, date, control point ID, and function executed.

TALK Button Initiates an Intercom Chat session and allows the EOC operator to send live voice announcements using a PC microphone. You must select one or more Informer-IPs to talk to by clicking on the row in the list box containing the desired Informer-IP. The Talk button changes to a Listen button that you can press to allow the EOC operator to listen to the local microphone in the Informer-IP. Since you can only listen to one Informer-IP at a time, listening is not possible when multiple Informer-IPs are selected. The dual purpose button allows the operator to switch between talking and listening by clicking the mouse. The Talk session remains active until you select the LISTEN or END CALL button.

LISTEN Button Initiates an Intercom chat session and allows the EOC operator to listen to the local microphone inside the Informer-IP that has been selected to listen to. You can only listen to one Informer-IP at a time. The Listen session remains active until you select the TALK or END CALL button.

END CALL Button Terminates an Intercom session and stops the recording process.

Select All Button Allows all devices to be selected at once for an Intercom Talk

Clear All Button Clears all device selections at once.

Reset Requests Button

Resets all current Call Requests indicated by the bell icon. The bell icon changes to the Alert icon until the device is Reset with a Master Reset from the control point. You can re-initiate a Call Requests as soon as they are Reset.

Stop Alert Wavefile Button

Stops playing an active Alert wavefile. This is useful if an operator has acknowledged the alert and wants to silence the audio.

Playback Audio Button

Allows the control point operator to view all recorded calls and select any recorded call for playback. When the EOC is talking, the Informer-IP can listen, but not talk. The Informer-IP’s blue LED lights steady when the EOC is talking. When the EOC is listening to the Informer-IP, the Informer-IP’s blue LED flashes on and off to indicate that the EOC is listening to the Informer-IP. The EOC is in control of which Informer-IP is included in the call and when the Informer-IP can talk or listen.

RECORD Check box

If checked, the Intercom Talk and Listen Chat session is recorded until the Intercom session is ended by clicking on the End Call button. The Informer-IP individual configuration settings determine if and when the Intercom Chat session can be recorded. Recordings are stored in a wavefile in the AudioCapture subdirectory within the Commander program directory.





Listen/Recording Configuration Options

You can configure each Informer-IP with unique settings for listen and recording

options. The configuration settings are available from the Intercom window in the

control system software as shown below.

To configure an Informer-IP with unique settings for listening and recording, do the

following:

1. Select the Informer-IP you want to configure from the Commander Intercom

dialog box.

2. Select ConfigurationListen/Record Options

The Informer-IP Listen/Record Options dialog box appears.

3. Select one of the options.

4. Click on the Save button.

Testing and Training


Testing and Training After the installation is complete, do the following:

Test the Informer-IP and all accessories from the control point(s) to ensure it is

operating properly.

Ensure all users are properly trained to use the system before putting the

Informer-IP into service.

Verify all tone, voice, and text messages contain the correct content per the

emergency operating plan. Alerts should exceed the ambient sound levels by at

least 10 dB to ensure they can be heard.

Conduct testing on a regular basis per facility safety plans to ensure the

equipment remains in working order and operators remain familiar with the use

of the equipment.

Obtaining Service




Obtaining Service

Informer-IP Wall Mount Service

There are no user serviceable parts inside the Informer-IP Wall Mount.

If you are experiencing any difficulties with the Informer-IP, contact Federal Signal

Customer Care at: 800-548-7229 or Technical Support at: 800-524-3021

Website: http://www.alertnotification.com/


Replacing the KEY FOB Battery

Use ESD protection when replacing the key FOB battery to avoid

damaging electronic components.

The optional FOB contains a standard CR2032 lithium button cell that

has a typical life of one-to-two years.

To replace the battery, do the following:

1. Gently pry apart the two halves of the key FOB at the seam (you may use your

fingernails).

2. Remove the battery by sliding it out from beneath the retainer. There may be the

risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by the wrong type.

3. Replace it with the same type of battery while observing the polarity shown.


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Lithium Battery

Negative side faces PCB

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Index


Index

A

Addressing the FOB........................................................... 34

Adjusting the Volume ....................................................... 39

Advanced Configuration ................................................... 28

Agency Compliance ............................................................. 9

ALERT Button ................................................................ 8, 40

Alert Configuration ........................................................... 43

Alert Contact Input ........................................................... 14

ALERT LED ..................................................................... 7, 38

Alerts

Generating ................................................................... 42

Receiving ...................................................................... 40

Assigning System Server and Unit ID ................................ 25

Assigning the FOB Address ............................................... 35

Audible Indications

Specifications ................................................................. 7

Audio/Relay Output ...................................................... 8, 13

B

Backup Configuration Settings .......................................... 29

C

Changing

Config User Password .................................................. 22

Location Assignment .................................................... 27

Site ID ........................................................................... 27

Static IP Address........................................................... 27

User Password ............................................................. 26

Clear All Button ................................................................. 47

Command Log display ....................................................... 47

Configuration Settings

Upload.......................................................................... 32

Configuring

Alerts ............................................................................ 43

the Command Line Interface ....................................... 21

the Informer-IP ............................................................ 18

the Informer-IP’s FOB Address ..................................... 36

the IP Address .............................................................. 23

the Parent Server, Site ID and Location ....................... 22

Using the Informer-IP Setup Wizard ............................ 29

with the Web Browser ................................................. 23

Connectors and Jacks .......................................................... 9

Controls

Specifications ................................................................. 8

Customer Care .................................................................. 50

D

Dialog boxes

Backup/Restore ........................................................... 29

Commander Intercom ........................................... 36, 45

FOB Address ................................................................ 37

Home page .................................................................. 24

Informer-IP Input Options ........................................... 44

Informer-IP Listen/Record Options ............................. 48

Informer-IP Setup Wizard ............................................ 30

Login window .............................................................. 24

Network Configuration ................................................ 27

Select Comm Port ........................................................ 32

System Configuration .................................................. 25

Users Configuration ..................................................... 26

Dual Relay and 600 ohm Audio Output ............................ 41

E

Electrical

Specifications................................................................. 7

Electromagnetic Interference ............................................ 8

END CALL Button .............................................................. 47

Environmental and Physical ............................................. 10

Ethernet Port .................................................................... 14

F

Factory Defaults

Restore ........................................................................ 34

FCC Part 15 Class B ............................................................. 8

FOB

Picture ........................................................................... 5

FOB Addressing ................................................................ 34

G

Generating Alerts ............................................................. 42

I

Informer-IP Device

Selecting ...................................................................... 46

Informer-IP Network Configuration Form ........................ 20


Features ......................................................................... 3

Introduction................................................................... 3

Main Components ......................................................... 5

Index




Picture ............................................................................ 5

Service .......................................................................... 50

Informer-IP’s FOB Address

Configuring ................................................................... 36

Input/Output Connections ................................................ 13

Input/Output Definitions .................................................... 6

Installation

Determine a Suitable Location ..................................... 11

Instructions .................................................................. 11

Wall Mounting ............................................................. 11

Intercom

Log window .................................................................. 47

Status window ............................................................. 47

Using ............................................................................ 44

Introduction to the Informer-IP Wall Mount ...................... 3

IP Address

Changing ...................................................................... 27

Configuration ............................................................... 23

K

KEY FOB Battery Replacement .......................................... 50

Keypad .............................................................................. 39

L

LED Indicators ................................................................... 38

LISTEN Button ................................................................... 47

Listen/Recording Configuration Options .......................... 48

Location Assignment

Changing ...................................................................... 27

N

Network LEDs .................................................................... 39

O

Obtaining Service .............................................................. 50

Operating Instructions ...................................................... 38

P

Parent Server, Site ID and Location Configuration............ 22

Playback Audio Button ...................................................... 47

POWER LED ................................................................... 7, 38

R

Receiving

a Test Message............................................................. 41

an Alert ........................................................................ 40

Recessed Mounting .......................................................... 12

Recommended ID Label ................................................... 21

Recommended Network Device Record........................... 21

RECORD Check box ........................................................... 47

Relay Outputs ................................................................... 41

Replacing the KEY FOB Battery ......................................... 50

REPLAY Button.............................................................. 8, 40

RESET Button ................................................................ 8, 40

Reset Requests Button ..................................................... 47

Restoring

Configuration Settings ................................................. 29

Factory Defaults .......................................................... 34

RS232 Port ........................................................................ 14

RSO (2005062) Input/Output Connections ...................... 10

S

Safety Message .................................................................. 1

Select All Button ............................................................... 47

Selecting an Informer-IP Device ....................................... 46

Serial and Ethernet Ports

Specifications................................................................. 7

Site ID

Changing ...................................................................... 27

Specifications ..................................................................... 7

Audible Indications ........................................................ 7

Controls ......................................................................... 8

Electrical ........................................................................ 7

Serial and Ethernet Ports ............................................... 7

Visual Indications ........................................................... 7

Wireless Key FOB Alert Buttons .................................... 7

Stop Alert Wavefile Button .............................................. 47

System Server and Unit ID

Assigning...................................................................... 25

T

TALK Button ...................................................................... 47

TALK LED ....................................................................... 7, 38

Technical Support ............................................................. 50

TEST LED ....................................................................... 7, 38

Test Message

Receiving ..................................................................... 41

Testing and Training ......................................................... 49

U

Uploading Configuration Settings .................................... 32

User Password

Changing ...................................................................... 26

Index


Using the Intercom ........................................................... 44

V

Visual Indications

Specifications ................................................................. 7

Volume Adjustment ......................................................... 39

W

Wall Mounting.................................................................. 11

Warranty, Limited .............................................................. 2

Wireless Key FOB Alert Buttons

Specifications................................................................. 7

Wireless remote FOB ......................................................... 5

Wiring the Device ............................................................. 15

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Informer-IP Wall Mount