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Baldwin Boxall VIGIL3
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VIGIL3 Voice Alarm
Overview, Architecture and
Configuration
Manual name: VIGIL3 Overview, Architecture & Configuration
Issue: 2
ECR: 4494
Date of issue: December 2021
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Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Personnel must read safety information regarding hazardous voltages and safe working practices before operating equipment.

Introduction

SCOPE

This document provides an overview of a VIGIL3 EN54 Approved Voice Alarm System.

VIGIL3 VOICE ALARM FEATURES

Lists key features of the VIGIL3 Voice Alarm System, including outputs, inputs, channels, and configuration.

VIGIL3 VOICE ALARM DESCRIPTION

Details the VIGIL3 Voice Alarm range, listing available modules like Amplifiers, Battery Chargers, and Networking interfaces.

Architecture

VIGIL3 MODULE CONNECTIONS

Explains how VIGIL3 Audio Input and Output modules connect via an Ethernet loop and CAT5 patch leads.

CENTRALISED VS DISTRIBUTED; NETWORKED SYSTEMS

Describes how VIGIL3 systems can be set up as centralized (single rack) or decentralized (networked) systems.

AUDIO INPUT AND OUTPUT NUMBERING

Details the conventions for numbering audio inputs and outputs based on module IDs in VIGIL3 systems.

MICROPHONES

Covers VIGIL3 support for native and legacy microphones, including configuration requirements.

AUDIO PRIORITIES

Explains the system of 254 priorities for audio inputs and DVA messages, and how they affect output.

VOICE ALARM (VA) ACTIVE INDICATION

Describes how VA Active indication is managed based on priority, illuminating system indicators.

FIRE PANEL INPUTS

Details how fire panel inputs connect to VIGIL3 systems via interface modules for alerts and evacuations.

CAUSE AND EFFECT RULE ENGINE

Explains the VIGIL3 Cause and Effect engine for controlling message playback and routing based on configurable rules.

POWER DISTRIBUTION

Outlines VIGIL3's Power Over Ethernet (POE) mechanism and alternative power sources for system modules.

REAL TIME CLOCK

Discusses the VIGIL3 system's RTC subsystem for timed rules and fault log timestamping.

Fault Indication

VIGIL3 Configuration Live Faults View

Explains fault self-description and elements shown in the VIGIL3 Configuration Live Faults Display.

Configuration

System Configuration Overview

Introduces VIGIL3 configuration tools, explaining data storage and upload via PC application.

Audio Input Modules Configuration

Details configuration aspects for Audio Input Modules, including RS485 port and access profiles.

Audio Output Modules Configuration

Covers configuration for Audio Output Modules, such as volumes and audio priorities per output.

Baldwin Boxall VIGIL3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVoice Alarm System
ModelVIGIL3
ManufacturerBaldwin Boxall
CommunicationRS485, Ethernet
ComplianceEN54-16, EN54-4
Power Supply230V AC
InstallationRack mountable
System ComponentsAmplifiers, Microphones
RedundancyYes
ControlPC Software
Audio Inputs4 line level
Zone ControlIndividual zone
Message StorageInternal memory for pre-recorded messages
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
WeightVaries depending on the specific unit/configuration.