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VRC2000
Installation and
Operations Manual

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Gentner VRC2000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGentner
ModelVRC2000
CategoryRemote Control
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Copyright Information

Introduction

Warranty Registration

Procedure for registering the VRC2000 unit for warranty purposes.

Unpacking

Features and Benefits

Product Description

Front-Panel Controls

Back-Panel Connectors

Remote/Local Modes

Power Requirements

Telephone Line Requirements

Initialization

Step 1 — Operating Voltage

Procedure to verify and set the VRC2000's operating AC line voltage.

Step 2 — Internal Lithium Battery

Connecting the internal lithium battery for RAM and clock backup.

Step 3 — Surge Protection Option

Recommends protecting the VRC2000 from voltage surges.

Step 4 — Back-Panel Connections

Connecting a telephone set and the telephone line.

Step 5 — Power Up

Connecting AC power and verifying the unit's response.

Operational Modes

Local vs. Remote Modes

Details the differences and uses of local and remote operational modes.

Setup Modes

Allows verification or change of programmable functions.

User Modes

Allows taking readings and activating command channels.

Operator Mode

Allows readings, but not issuing commands or clearing alarms.

Automatic Mode

The normal operating mode when no other modes are active.

VRC2000 Setup

VRC2000 Word List

Details the VRC2000's speech package vocabulary for voice responses.

Security

Operator

Access level for readings only; no commands or alarm clearing.

User

Access level for readings, commands, and alarm clearing.

Changing Access Codes

Internal Battery/Access Code Check

Turning the VRC2000 Voice On/Off

Toggling Between User and Setup Modes

Changing the System Identifier

Setting the Clock

Clock Setting Exercise

Example of setting the VRC2000's clock and calendar.

Telephone Interface

Pulse/Tone Selection

Selecting DTMF or pulse dialing for outbound calls.

Ring Count

Programming the number of rings before answering incoming calls.

Inactivity Timer

Enabling or disabling the timer that exits modes after inactivity.

Dial-Tone Wait

Programming the unit to wait for a precision dial tone.

Telephone Interface Setting Exercise

Example of programming telephone interface options.

Setting Up Outbound Telephone Numbers

Auto-Logging and Alarm Logging

Telephone Number Programming Exercise

Alarms

Alarm Storage

Details the storage capacity for recent alarms.

Reporting Alarms

Programming alarm reporting actions and commands.

Status Channels

Programming alarms for status channel state changes.

Metering Channels

Programming alarms for metering channel tolerance limits.

Programming VRC2000 Alarm Delays and Channels

Setting Up Status Channels

Status Channel Programming

Metering Channels

Calibration Constant and Tolerance Limits

Setting Up Metering Channels

Metering Channel Programming Exercise

Example exercise for programming metering channels.

Setting Up Command Channels

Command Channel Access Codes

Command Channel Programming Exercise

Setting Time-Of-Day Functions

Time-Of-Day Function Access Codes

Entering Time/Date On Time-Of-Day Functions

Time-Of-Day Function Programming Exercise

Setting Up Mute Functions

Mute Function Programming Exercise

Example exercise for programming mute functions.

Mute Function Access Codes

Setting Up Sequence Output Programs

Sequence Output Programming Exercise

Example exercise for programming sequence outputs.

Sequence-Output Program Access Codes

Setting Up Auto-Logging Functions

Auto-Logging Programming Exercise

Example exercise for programming auto-logging functions.

Clearing All Programming

VRC2000 Installation

Step 1 — Determine Metering Channel Input Type

Configuring metering channel inputs for voltage or current.

Step 2 — Metering Connections

Connecting VRC2000 metering inputs to site equipment.

Step 3 — Determine Status-Channel Input Range

Defining input ranges for status channels, including voltage levels.

Step 4 — Status Connections

Connecting VRC2000 status channel inputs to site equipment.

Step 5 — Command Connections

Connecting VRC2000 command channel outputs to site equipment.

Step 6 — Telephone Interface Connection

Connecting the VRC2000 to a standard dial-up telephone line.

Step 7 — Four-Wire Connections (Dedicated Circuits)

Connecting using dedicated circuits instead of standard telephone lines.

Step 8 — Two-Way Radio Connection

Connecting the VRC2000 to a two-way radio system.

Operation

Accessing User Mode

Gaining access to user mode using an access code.

Taking Readings From Status and Metering Channels

Requesting readings from status and metering channels via telephone.

Issuing Commands

Step 1 — Call the VRC2000

Initiating a call to the VRC2000.

Step 2 — Enter Access Code

Entering the user or operator access code.

Step 3 — Request Status Reading

Requesting readings from a status channel.

Step 4 — Request Meter Reading

Requesting readings from a metering channel.

Step 5 — Access Command Channel

Accessing a specific command channel.

Step 6 — Energize Switch (A or B)

Energizing command channel switches A or B.

Step 7 — Sign Off

Signing off from the VRC2000.

Remembering VRC2000 Codes

Alarms

Unauthorized Access

Alarm generated by repeated incorrect access code attempts.

Status Channel

Alarm triggered by changes in status channel state.

Metering Channel

Alarm triggered by metering channel tolerance limits.

Metering-System Failure

Alarm for failure in metering channels or input overload.

Checking Current Date and Time

Using Sequence Output Programs

Using the Sound Sensor

Turning the Data Interface ON/OFF

Maintenance and Service

General Treatment

Recommendations for keeping the unit clean and dry.

Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and resolving common VRC2000 problems.

Power Supply

Typical readings and repair procedures for power supply issues.

Processor Constantly Interrupted

Poor or No DTMF Decoding

RFI Interference (Poor DTMF Decoding No Auto-Answer)

Condenser Problems

Frequently Asked Questions

Specifications

Firmware License

Warranty

FCC Part 15 Compliance

FCC Part 68 Compliance

U.S. Patent Information

Appendix A: Glossary

Appendix B: Connector Pinouts

Appendix C: Accessories

Software

Details on VRC-Win and Setup VRC2000 software packages.

Hardware

Appendix D: Theory of Operation

Appendix E: Technical Description

VRC2000 Unit

Overview of the microprocessor-based system and its capabilities.

DTMF Control

How the VRC2000 is controlled using DTMF signals and voice synthesis.

Real-Time Clock and Memory

Functionality of the real-time clock and memory for alarm tagging and automation.

Inputs

Types of inputs supported by the VRC2000: metering, status, and command.

Metering Channels

Description of the 16 metering channel inputs and their capabilities.

Status Channels

Description of the 16 status channel inputs and their conditions.

Mute Capability

How status channels can override alarm limits and mute functions.

Command Channels

Description of the 16 command channels and their switch outputs.

Automatic Commands

Sources for automatic command initiation.

Appendix F: Remote/Local Tutorial

Local Mode

Examples of operating the VRC2000 in local user mode.

Remote Mode

Appendix G: Time-Of-Day Function Tutorial

Exercise 1

Example of programming a time-of-day function to activate a command channel.

Appendix H: Setup Worksheets

Worksheet 8: Time-Of-Day Functions Setup

Worksheet for planning time-of-day function setup.

Worksheet 9: Mute Assignments

Worksheet for planning mute function assignments.

Worksheet 10: Command Channel Setup

Worksheet for planning command channel configurations.

Worksheet 11: Metering Channel Setup

Worksheet for planning metering channel configurations.

Worksheet 12: Status Channel Setup

Worksheet for planning status channel configurations.

Appendix I: Word List

Appendix J: Schematics