Page 2 - SoundBrick
TABLE OF CONTENTS What is the SoundBrick 500? ............................................................................ 4 System Overview .............................................................................................. 5 Front Panel......................................................
Page 4 - WHAT IS THE SOUNDBRICK 500?
WHAT IS THE SOUNDBRICK 500? The SoundBrick Model 500 is a solid-state digital audio recording and playback device designed to provide a continuous-loop audio source for telephone message on hold and other single-message applications. The message on hold audio program loads into the SoundBrick’s di...
Page 5 - SYSTEM OVERVIEW; Figure 1 - Front Panel Diagram; Main power light; – When lit, indicates the power supply is connected and; Monitor speaker; – A built-in speaker, useful for previewing the tape while; Eject button; – Opens and closes the motorized tape drawer for tape loading
SYSTEM OVERVIEW Front Panel The monitor speaker, tape drawer eject button, and indicator lights are located on the front panel. Main power light Monitor speaker Eject button Play, load, and status lights Figure 1 - Front Panel Diagram Main power light – When lit, indicates the power supply is connec...
Page 6 - Table 1 - Play Light + Load Light Indications
Play, Load, and Status lights Play and Load lights — These lights together indicate the current status of the unit. Play Light Load Light Indication Off Slow flash Unit Empty – no tape, no messages Off Fast flash Searching tape Off On (no flash) Loading tape now On (no flash) Off Playing message now...
Page 7 - Figure 2 - Side Panel Diagram
Connections Panel The left side panel is where the connectors are for external equipment including the power supply, the phone system that receives the SoundBrick's output, and the optional external trigger cable. Also located here are the volume (level) control, the main power switch, the internal ...
Page 8 - TAPE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS; normal bias; use DOLBY; MESSAGE LENGTH TABLE; Memory Size; Bandwidth; Sample; Table 2 - Message Length
TAPE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS To get the best audio reproduction, it is essential to start with a high-quality recording. In order to load into memory properly, your audio tape program must conform to the following guidelines exactly. 1. Use only normal bias (Type I) tapes not exceeding 90 minutes i...
Page 9 - INSTALLATION; Step 1 – Set the option switches; Figure 3 - Option Select Switches; This example is for illustrative purposes only.; TOWARDS; Table 3 - Option Select Switches
INSTALLATION Step 1 – Set the option switches Set the option select “DIP” switches to match your requirements for play mode, bandwidth, and speaker on/off. “off” “on” Figure 3 - Option Select Switches This example is for illustrative purposes only. Your actual switch settings will vary. A switch is ...
Page 10 - Step 2 – Connections
Bandwidth, Switches 2-3 Sets the fidelity of audio messages. There is a trade-off between audio quality and recording time: The higher the audio quality, the less the storage time. The minutes of memory equipped on your unit (4, 8, 16, or 32) is printed on the serial number label on the bottom of th...
Page 11 - Figure 4 - Installation Diagram; Connection Instructions; Connect either the 8
12VDC power supply (included) 1/8” mini-plug trigger cable (optional) ➨ Connect to trigger hardware mono RCA cable (included) ➨ Connect to phone system’s MOH port Figure 4 - Installation Diagram Connection Instructions 1. Turn the power switch OFF. Plug the included power supply into a surge- protec...
Page 12 - Slow flash; Step 4 – Adjust Volume
Step 3 – Load the tape Messages load into the SoundBrick 500 from a cassette tape supplied by your messaging provider. Turn the power switch on and press the tape eject button. The motorized tape drawer on the right side of the unit opens like a CD-ROM drive on a computer. Place the tape into the dr...
Page 13 - MESSAGE PLAY OPERATION; Continuous Play
MESSAGE PLAY OPERATION The SoundBrick 500 plays the loaded audio message continuously or only when externally triggered, depending on the position of option select switch 1. Continuous Play The loaded message plays continuously. When the end of the message is reached it plays again from the beginnin...
Page 14 - WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Using the screw holes on the back plate as a guide, secure two screws into the wall where you want to mount the unit. Then, hang the unit on the screws. Consider the weight of the SoundBrick when choosing a mounting wall. Make sure the wall’s construction is sufficiently s...
Page 15 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Possible cause and solution; No message plays; To remove stuck tape; Doesn’t trigger
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have trouble installing or operating the SoundBrick 500, refer to the table below to help find a solution. If you are unable to solve the problem yourself, contact your dealer for further assistance. Problem or Indication Possible cause and solution Adjust output level knob. R...
Page 16 - LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY; forth above is your exclusive remedy.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Avaya Communications warrants to you that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship when title passes to you. If you notify Avaya Communications that the product has failed to operate as warranted within one year of the date title ...
Page 17 - FCC NOTICE; RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE; - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
FCC NOTICE RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. T...
Page 18 - QUICK INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS; Connect to trigger hardware; For more detailed instructions, read the inside of the manual.; off when it is pointing away from the switch numbers.
SoundBrick 500 01/08/2001 18 QUICK INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS 12VDC power supply (included) 1/8” mini-plug trigger cable (optional) ➨ Connect to trigger hardware mono RCA cable (included) ➨ Connect to phone system’s MOH port For more detailed instructions, read the inside of the manual. 1. Consult messa...