Table of Contents

Introduction ..................................................................................... 3
General Description ......................................................................... 3
New for JDVC Release 5.0 ................................................................ 4
Configuration Options ...................................................................... 5
Single Panel Applications ................................................................. 7
Network Applications ..................................................................... 10
Creating and Editing Wave Files...................................................... 13
Programming .................................................................................. 17
Design Layout................................................................................. 21

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Introduction
This Applications Guide provides general information and guidelines for those involved with the design, configuration and
programming of a JDVC Digital Voice Command System, version 5.0. The section NEW FOR JDVC RELEASE 5.0 describes
additions that differentiate JDVC 5.0 from the previous release.
For complete instructions, refer to document
52567 Rev: K2 located on www.ifc-fire.com.
The term JDVC in this document refers
to JDVC-EM versions.

General Description
The JDVC system is capable of distributing multi-channel audio and supporting FFT communications using compatable digital or
analog products. For larger systems, multiple JDVCs can be connected via NFN to support network wide audio distribution, with live
paging, stored messages, or FFT communications supported across a network with the potential to encompass thousands of digital
amplifiers.
Modes of Audio Distribution:
1) Digital Audio Distribution
For digital audio distribution, the JDVC communicates with Digital Audio Amplifiers on the DAL, (Digital Audio Loop).
Up to 32 DAL devices can be used to distribute 8 channels of audio (in standard quality mode 1 channel in optional
high quality mode), and 5 channels of firefighters telephone (FFT) communications (either standard or high quality mode).
2) Analog Audio Distribution
The optional DVC-AO board provides 4 channels of low-level analog audio on 4 outputs for connection to analog
amplifiers such as the AA series amplifiers.
3) NFN Connection
Applications using more than one DVC are always linked via NFN (either Standard or Hi-Speed NFN). Each additional DVC
supports more digital amplifiers in groups of up to 32. Live paging and FFT communications may use NFN to link multiple
DVCs.
Note: Although one DVC is capable of supporting both digital amplifiers and analog amplifiers (via a DVC-AO) at the same time, it
is not advisable to create a system where adjacent or overlapping audio zones use different methods of amplification. The audible
characteristics of each distribution system are unique, and slight timing differences can negatively affect voice intelligibility in areas
of overlap.

Stand-Alone Panel Applications

A single DVC can be connected directly to a stand-alone IFC2-3030or IFC2-640(E) fire alarm control via NUP cable connection,
without the use of network control modules. All functions are supported for the stand-alone IFC2-3030 configuration.
Important Note! When a JDVC is connected via NUP to an IFC2-640(E) via NUP, the system is limited to analog audio outputs only. DAL
devices are not supported in this configuration. The optional DVC-AO analog output card is also required.
Applications using a single IFC2-640 and JDVC that require use of the DAL can be configured by adding one JNCA-2. The JCPU2-640,
JDVC, and JNCA-2 can be connected using NUP cables - no network cards are required.

NFN Applications
One or more JDVCs can be connected to NFN using a standard or high speed network control module. DVCs can be added either to
increase the number of digital amplifiers, or so that multiple audio command centers can be configured. DVC network applications re-
quire the use of an JNCA-2 or a IFC2-3030 for network annunciation (IFC2-3030 network annunciation is limited to specific numbers
and types of nodes).

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 New for JDVC Release 5.0
Adds the powerful DS series, the DVC-RPU remote paging unit, and an updated DVC-EM
DS series products support new large amplifiers configured with a DS-DB distribution board. The DS-DB connects to the Digital Audio
Loop (DAL), taking up two addresses. One DS-DB can simultaneously handle up to four channels of audio plus Firefighter Telephone
communications. Up to four DS-AMP (DS series amplifiers) can be connected to one DS-DB, and the high level outputs will be distribut-
ed via 8 Class B or 4 Class A outputs. Amplifiers can be configured for 1 to 4 channel applications. DS-AMP series amplifiers can also be
configured for backup, or alternately, a DS-BDA (DS-Backup Digital Amplifier) may be used to backup one DS-AMP, or for multi-channel
operation. Each DS-AMP can produce 125W of audio power at 25V. Conversion to 70V operation requires the addition of a DS-XF70V
transformer. When converted for 70V power, each DS-AMP produces a maximum of 100W. System Release 5.0 phases in the DVC-
EMPCB replacement with the DVC-EMPCC
JDVC version PCC (Printed Circuit assembly version “C”) has replaced the DVC PCB versions. The updated JDVC version PCC board
will be a drop-in replacement for the JDVC-EM (wire media), as well as JDVC-EMF and JDVC-EMSF (fiber media). For applications using
fiber media, the JDVC-EM PCC is used with the appropriate fiber converter modules: DS-FM, DS-RFM and DS-SFM. The JDVC-EM PCC
now supports hybrid wire/fiber media digital audio loop connections.
The DVC-RPU (DVC Remote Paging Unit) is the core product for a digital remote paging and control solution, configured with a DVC-KD
display, a JCAB-RP microphone, and CMIC-RP microphone. As a DAL device, multiple units can be configured on a single JDVC. Multi or
single mode fiber media is supported using DS-FM series converters.

Key JDVC System Products

• JDVC (DVC-EM)
The DVC-EM Digital Voice Command – Expanded Memory) is the heart of the digital audio solution. Each DVC is capable of simultane-
ously broadcasting up to 8 channels of digital audio to up to 32 addresses on the DAL (Digital Audio Loop). Additional DAL devices may
configured by configuring additional JDVCs via NFN. JDVCs are integrated with IFC2-3030, JNCA-2, and IFC2-640 controls.
Note: when a JDVC is used with the IFC2-640, a JNCA-2 must be added to support DAL devices.
The optional DVC-AO (DVC Analog Output) produces 4 channels of analog audio for use with analog amplifiers. Firefighter Telephone
support is built-in with a FFT riser port on the JDVC, as well as every DAA-PCB, DAA2, or DS-DB device on the DAL. For more informa-
tion on JDVC capabilities, please refer to JDVC data sheet JCI-7045.
• DVC-KD (DVC Keypad-Display)
The DVC-KD mounts directly onto the JDVC to provide status information and user control buttons with customizable slide-in labels. The
DVC-KD is also used with the DVC-RPU.
• DVC-RPU (DVC Remote Paging Unit)
A compact, wall-mounted digital remote paging unit is configured using a DVC-RPU, a DVC-KD keypad/display, a JCAB-RP cabinet, and
a CMIC-RP microphone.
The JCAB-RP cabinet comes with both key lock and thumb-turn access options, and includes a hinged dress plate. One to many DVC-
RPUs can be installed on a digital audio loop, and have built-in programming options for paging priority levels, as well as 24 control
points that can be configured for automatic messages, vectored paging, and other control functions.
• DAA2 Series Amplifiers
DAA2 Series digital audio amplifiers unite the following powerful features in a single row unit:
• 4 outputs (Class B) or 2 outputs when configured for Class A operation.
• 25V and 70V versions
• 50 and 75 watt versions
• BDA-25V or BDA-70V option boards can be configured to provide the following features:
- Two-Channel operation from a single DAA2 amplifier
- Increased power, up to 100 watts, from a single DAA2-50 series amplifier. Note that DAA2-75 series cannot be configured
for 100 watts. Other specific rules apply to 100 watt configurations.
- BDA one-to-one backup. Note that this is an alternative to method for providing amplifier backup.
A complete amplifier may also be used as a backup for an identical model.
• Optional DS-FM fiber conversion module allows for mixed media audio networks using wire, multi-mode fiber, and single
mode fiber.

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DAA Series Amplifiers
Existing systems with DAA series audio amplifiers can support the addition of current DAX, DAA2, and DS series devices on the same
DAL as DAA series amplifiers as long as the DVC firmware is upgraded to version 4.0 or higher.
DAX Series Amplifiers
DAX series digital audio amplifiers are effective solutions for smaller audio zones or audio zones that do not require FFT or other DAA2
capabilities. DAX series amplifiers have the following features:
• Digital amplifier, connects to DAL (Digital Audio Loop) and assumes one address
• Built-in power supply
• 2 Class B output circuits, or 1 Class A
• 25V or 70V audio
• 35 and 50 watt models
• Integrated Battery Charger for 35W models. Note: 50W DAX amplifiers require external battery charger
• BDA-25 or BDA-70 one-to-one backup
- Note 1: use of a BDA as backup is one alternative for providing amplifier backup. A complete amplifier may also be used
to backup an identical model amplifier.
- Note 2: The DAX series does not permit 2-channel operation with a BDA.
• Optional DS-FM fiber conversion modules allow for the creation of mixed medial audio networks using wire, multi-mode
fiber, and single mode fiber.
DS-DB (DS Series Distribution Board)
The DS-DB communicates directly with the JDVC-EM on the DAL loop and is a relay matrix distribution board. Audio amplification is
done by external amplifiers and the amplified signal is returned to the DS-DB for supervision and distribution to the speaker circuits.
One DS-DB supports one to four DS series amplifiers for a scalable solution, one FFT riser, and can perform DS-AMP and AMPS-24 pow-
er supply/charger supervision. One DS-DB uses 2 addresses on the Digital Audio Loop (DAL). Eight Class B speaker circuits or four Class
A speaker circuits are used to distribute audio. Inputs on the DS-DB may be used for up to four primary and four backup amplifiers.
DS-AMP (DS Series Amplifier)
A DS Series amplifier receives a low level audio signal from the DS-DB and amplifies it to 125W of audio power at 25V. A DS-XF70V
transformer can be connected to convert the output voltage to 70V. When converted for 70V power, each DS-AMP or DS-BDA produces
a maximum of 100W. Each DS-AMP has a dedicated power supply that is supervised by the DS-DB. Battery charging is by an external
source such as an AMPS-24(E) or an ACPS-610. The high level amplified audio returns to the DS-DB for supervision and distribution.
DS-BDA (DS Series Backup Amplifier)
A DS-BDA is a daughter board attachment to the DS-AMP. The DS-BDA is powered and controlled by the DS-AMP. The DS-BDA can be
configured as backup to one DS-AMP or as a primary in the same group as the DS-AMP for 2-channel operation.
DS-FM Fiber Conversion Modules
With the DS-FM modules, fiber solutions will no longer require different amplifiers. Fiber conversion daughter board modules will be
used with the DAX, DAA2, DS-DB, and DVC-PCC to convert the standard wire DAL ports for use with multi-mode or single mode fiber
media. Because DS-FM series modules are installed on individual ports, it is simple to create a hybrid network using wire and fiber for
different segments.
BDA Backup Digital Amplifiers
BDA-25V and BDA-70V amplifiers are optional backup amplifiers that mount directly onto all DAX and DAA2 series amplifiers. The
BDA-25V unit is used with all 25V models of the DAX and DAA2 series. The BDA-70V backup amplifier is used with 70V models. Used
with DAX and DAA2 series amplifiers, the BDA amplifier provides a one-to-one backup solution. Alternately, when used with DAA2 series
amplifiers the BDA can support 2-channel audio distribution, and in specified configurations, provide additional output power.

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 This picture depicts a comparison of
Cabinets a C-size EQ backbox next to standard
• CAB-4 series SBB backboxes house the DVC. JADDR audio series doors are SBB-C4. The blue boxes show the
recommended for configurations using the CA-2 chassis, while standard DR locations for each equipment row.
series doors are suited for CA-1 configurations. CAB-4 series cabinets can also
house DAX, DAA2, and DS-DB devices.
• EQ Series Cabinets house DAX, DAA2, and DS series devices. Available in B,
C, and D sizes, EQ cabinets use ventilated doors and modified row spacing for
improved cooling for continuous duty applications. The expanded gap between
rows has adequate space for fiber optic media bends. No separately designated
battery row exists in an EQ cabinet. Batteries (up to 2 – 25 AH) may be installed
in the bottom row, but consume one row of the cabinet. EQ series cabinets are
not appropriate for mounting annunciators, panels, or any devices that have a
display or user interface. SBB-C4 EQBB-C4 D size EQ cabinet

Configuration Options
Using the CA-1 and CA-2 chassis
CA-1
The CA-1 chassis mounts the DVC in a single row chassis.
A microphone can be configured on the right side as shown by using the CMIC-1 microphone well option.
The DPA-1 (Dress Plate Audio, 1 row) is required with CMIC-1 option
For applications where a firefighter’s telephone is configured with a CA-1, the CFFT-1 single row FFT chassis
and DP-CFFT Dress Plate can be used to mount the FFT horizontally in the row underneath the DVC.
Example of an IFC2-640 installation
using the CA-1
CA-1 Without Microphone
The CA-1 chassis can be used to mount a DVC with or without a microphone. For applications that do not use the microphone well and
microphone (CMIC-1 option), alternate dress plates must be used. The image below depicts two possible applications of the DPA-1A4
dress plate, which supports either ACS annunciators or blank plates mounted to the right side of the DVC-KD.
DPA-1A4 Dress plate configurations — 2 ACM annunciators or 2 BMP-1 blank plates mounted on right side. For applications that do not
require a DVC-KD, a DP-1B blank dress plate can be used.

Configuration Using the CA-2 Chassis

CA-2 Chassis drawing

CA-2 shown mounted in CAB-C4

• Installs in top two rows of CAB-X4 series cabinet
• Requires DPA-2 dress plate
• Best used with and ADDR series audio door – the JADDR-C4 is depicted here.
B4 and D4 sizes are available as well.
NOTE for CA-2 Applications
The DPA-2B dress plate required for use with the CA-2 chassis has been modified:
the top two inches have been removed so that the DPA-2B and CA-2 are no longer
restricted to the top two rows of a CAB-4 series cabinet.
A VP-2B is now required to fill the gap when the DPA-2B is installed in the top
row configuration.
Original DPA-2 or Current DPA-2B
DPA-2B with VP-2B (above)

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IFC-2-640 Applications
This section describes the basic configurations supported for JDVC direct connection with a IFC2-640 or IFC2-3030 panel. The term
“direct connection” is used to describe a connection between the panel which uses a NUP cable between one fire alarm control panel
and one JDVC.

Example 1 – IFC2-640 & JDVC application

The IFC2-640 panel supports a direct connection with a single JDVC and DVC-AO to support four low-level analog audio outputs.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The JDVC Digital Audio Loop (DAL) cannot be used in this configuration. A DVC-AO can be used with analog
amplifiers. To support DAL devices, an JNCA-2 is also required (See Example 2 in this section).
1st row:
• JCPU2-640
• KDM-R2
• DP-DISP2
2nd row:
• CA-1 (Chassis, Audio, 1 row)
• DPA-1 (Dress Plate Audio, 1 row)
• CMIC-1 (microphone well with MIC)
• JDVC
• DVC-AO
• DVC-KD
3rd row (optional FFT):
• CFFT-1 (Chassis, FFT, Single row)
• DP-CFFT (Dress Plate, FFT)
• ACM-24AT
Bottom row:
• BP2-4 Battery Dress Panel

Block diagram depicting the DVC-AO board supporting analog amplifiers. Low-level audio circuits depicted as one line represent
twisted-pair, shielded wire media.

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 Example 2 – IFC2-640, JDVC and JNCA-2 Command Station with FFT
The IFC2-640 can be configured as an audio command station using JNCA-2, JDVC, and IFC2-640 without the cost of additional NCMs
(requires version 2.0 or higher). This configuration supports DAL connected digital amplifiers on the JDVC with a standalone IFC2-640.
Analog amplifiers can be supported by the addition of the DVC-AO board. Events from the IFC2-640, DVC, and all JDVC connected
amplifiers will be displayed at the JNCA-2. The IFC2-640 will still display local events to the IFC2-640.

This example shows one possible configuration for an IFC2-640 stand-alone configuration with the
JNCA-2 and JDVC installed in the CA-2 chassis in the top two rows. The IFC2-640 CPU is installed in
the third row, with a blank plate (no KDM-R2 installed).

1st and 2nd row:

• CA-2 (Chassis, Audio, two rows)
• DPA-2B (Dress Plate, Audio, two rows)
• VP-2B (Vent Plate, covers gap above DPA-2B)
• JNCA-2 (top left position)
• JDVC
• DVC-AO (optional if needed for analog amplifiers)
• DVC-KD
• TELH-1 (firefighters telephone handset)
3rd row:
• JCPU2-640 (includes CHS2-M2 chassis)
• DP-1B
Bottom row:
• BP2-4 Battery Dress Panel

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IFC2-3030 Applications
The IFC2-3030 is capable of being directly connected (NUP to NUP) with single JDVC to create a stand-alone audio command center,
with the IFC2-3030 acting as the annunciator for JDVC events.
For network applications running System Release 5.0 software, the IFC2-3030 can act as a network annunciator for up to four JDVCs
and one IFC panel interconnected on NFN using NCMs. This limited network may be configured as part of a larger NFN.
In both direct connect and network modes the IFC2-3030 supports control and annunciation functions for JDVCs linked to the panel.
All DAL devices are supported, and AA series amplifiers can be configured with the addition of the DVC-AO option board.
The part list below is for a stand-alone panel configuration. For a NFN configuration, two standard network control modules or one high
speed network control module would be required.

1st and 2nd row:

• CA-2 (Chassis, Audio, two rows)
• JCPU2-3030D
• DPA-2B (Dress Plate, Audio, two rows)
• VP-2B
• JDVC
• DVC-AO (Optional analog operation)
• DVC-KD
• TELH-1 (firefighters telephone handset)

3rd row:
• CHS-4L
• LCM-320, LEM-320
• DP-1B (Shown)
Alternate: ADP-4B with ACM annunciators

Battery row:
• BP2-4
• AMPS-24 power supply
• Batteries will typically be installed in a separate BB series Battery Box

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 Network Applications
In a direct-connect configuration the IFC2-3030 will initiate automatic messages and display all event information for the JDVC and
IFC2-3030. When a JDVC and a IFC2-3030 are connected via NFN using NCM modules, the IFC-3030 must be put into network display
mode or an JNCA-2 is required to display JDVC trouble events.
Network applications can be used to integrate JDVC audio with legacy IFC panels, as well. One JDVC used with the optional DVC-AO
board may be used to replace up to four AMG-1 Audio Message Generators.
For Network application, the JDVC must be monitored and controlled by either a JNCA-2 network annunciator or a IFC2-3030
in network monitoring mode( requires System Release 4 Version software or higher).

Example 1 – Network Voice Command Center

This example depicts a networked voice command center configuration based on the
CA-2 chassis. The appearance of the cabinet is virtually identical to a IFC2-3030 & JDVC
configuration. All JDVCs on the network can be monitored and controlled by the JNCA-2
network annunciator (if programmed into the network map).

Figure describing a Network Application

JNCA-2

JDVC,
DVC-KD

M500FPJ M500FPJ

M500FPJ M500FPJ

Figure shows JDVC in cabinet with JNCA-2. This system can be connected to NFN via two NCM modules or one HS-NCM module
mounted below the JDVC. For telephone support the JDVC must be Version 2.0 or higher and DAA amplifiers must be version “B”. DAA2
and DS-DB units may be used for telephone risers with JDVC Versions 4 and 5. All phone configurations support 33 FFT risers (32 risers
connected to DAL Devices, and 1 analog riser connected to the DVC) on a DAL network.
JDVC Version 3.0 and later versions supports the direct connection of firefighter telephones to the DAL device (DAA, DAA2, or DS-DB);
no M500-FPJ required. Only the first telephone “off hook” will generate a ring in. Subsequent telephones will automatically join the
communication. This configuration option is restricted to seven telephones per phone riser.
JDVC Version 3.0 also supports the phone networks on separate DAL networks to be conferenced together over the NFN.

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JDVC Network Applications Example 2 – with CA-1
This example depicts a networked voice command center configuration based on the use of the CA-1 chassis. A standard JDR-C4
door is used (rather than an JADDR-C4 series audio door) for better appearance when used with the CA-1. In this picture, the third
row is shown using the CFFT-1 chassis, which includes a horizontally mounted firefighter’s telephone handset and a location for an
ACM-24AT on the left.
The appearance of the cabinet is virtually identical to a IFC2-3030 & JDVC configuration. All JDVCs on the network can be monitored
and controlled by the JNCA-2 network annunciator (if programmed into the network map).
1st row:
• CHS-M3
• JNCA-2
• DP-DISP
• (2) ACM-24AT (or blank plates)
• (2) NCM-W/F
2nd row:
• CA-1 (Chassis, Audio, 1 row)
• DPA-1 (Dress Plate, Audio, 1 row)
• JDVC
• DVC-AO (optional)
• DVC-KD (optional)
• CMIC-1 (Microphone Well and Mic)
3rd row:
• CFFT-1 (Chassis, FFT, single row)
• DP-CFFT (Dress Plate for CFFT-1)
• ACM-24AT
Battery row:
• BP2-4
• AMPS-24 power supply
• Batteries will typically be installed in a separate BB series Battery Box
Example of redundant Audio Command Center

JNCA-2 JNCA-2

JDVC 01 JDVC 02

M500FPJ M500FPJ M500FPJ

M500FPJ
Option

The second JDVC can be used as a redundant or backup Audio Command Center with the option to control the fire alarm network, initiate paging,
or participate in FFT communications.
Live paging can be initiated on either JDVC 01 or JDVC 02 and broadcast to outputs on any or all networked JDVC units. Inputs for live paging are:
AUX ports A and B, Remote RM-1 microphone, FFT handsets, remote RM-1 microphone attached to a DAA2, or the primary paging microphone.
Firefighter telephone calls initiated in Zone 01 or Zone 02 can be routed to Audio Command 01 or 02.

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 Creating and Editing Wave Files
Automatic messages are stored in the JDVC in the .wav format as either Standard or High Quality.
• Standard Quality = u-law format, 11025 sampling rate, 8-bit, mono
• High Quality = PCM format, 44100 sampling rate, 16-bit, mono
Standard Quality level is appropriate for most applications, since it produces an excellent level of sound quality which exceeds most
competitive products. The advantages of using Standard Quality are:
• More audio can be stored in memory – the JDVC-EM can store 32 minutes of audio at the Standard Quality level, compared
to 8 minutes of High Quality audio
• High Quality audio is limited to use for single-channel digital audio, Standard Quality audio is required for any applications
that require multi-channel digital audio
• Standard Quality JDVC audio exceeds the frequency range of commonly used fire-rated speakers
Note: When programming a JDVC, one of the first choices that must be made is the selection for Standard or High Quality. If the fidel-
ity selection is changed after .wav files have been programmed, they will automatically be removed from the program file.
Messages have been recorded in .wav format and placed on the VeriFire Tools CD for use. It is advised that all, or selected messages,
be placed in a folder on the hard drive of the PC that is used for JDVC programming. The messages can be dragged into VeriFire Tools
and used either as complete messages, or as individual segments that can be added together in strings to create complete messages.
VeriFire Tools supports the creation of 1000 message strings created from up to 1000 segments that are stored as wave files.
If messages need to be edited, or new messages recorded and edited, a third party audio capture and editing program is required.
After evaluating the available software on the market, the GoldWave Digital Audio Editor is recommended, and is available as a down-
load for evaluation or purchase from GoldWave Inc. at: http://Goldwave.com. Reasons why the GoldWave program is recommended:
• Ability to create and save files at the required sampling rate (many editing programs are designed for audiophiles who
create and edit music at CD quality level)
• Simple to use
• Batch conversion utility which quickly and easily converts a group of wave files to an alternate format.
It has been determined that the best sound quality for investment of equipment can be obtained from using USB headsets that are
commonly available on the market. These headsets bypass the sound card in the computer, eliminating a common reason for poor
recording quality. Another advantage of the headset is that it incorporates a boom microphone which stays at a constant distance
from the speaker’s mouth.
It is also common to find that a specification requires a specific tone, such as:
“900 Hz tone, three rounds of temporal 4”
If the specific required tone is not available on ifc-fire.com, it can be created in GoldWave Digital Audio Editor as follows:

Open the GoldWave Digital Audio Editor and select:

File > New, or use the New icon.
The new sound box will appear.
Enter the settings as follows, including a new Preset called “Standard Quality.”

Select OK

A new untitled project will appear

that is 5 seconds long.
Select: Tool > Expression Evaluator

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The Expression Evaluator screen will appear.
Under Presets, select Waves,then scroll
down the list and select Sine, f=Hz
In the box labeled f=, enter 900
Select OK

The empty project will be filled with 900 Hz tone at full volume. The entire project should be selected automatically.
To listen, hit the space bar.

To adjust the volume,

go to Effect > Volume > Change.
The Volume control box will appear.
Enter 60% as shown..
Hit OK.

The amplitude of the audio file will be reduced

to a range of negative 0.6 to positive 0.6
on the amplitude scale on the ends of the project
timeline (amplitude indicated by red arrow).
This is consistent with sound level of other
audio .WAV files provided for use on the
DVC System.

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Use the editing tools to select and mute ½ second sections to provide the alternating pulses as required.
The final version of the file should appear similar to this image.

The volume for recorded voice files should be consistent with the settings used for the sample files on the VeriFire Tools CD. This is how a voice
message file will appear on the GoldWave screen. If the volume needs to be adjusted, the GoldWave volume control can be used. Another option
is to select Effect > Volume > Maximize. A box will appear that will provide options to increase the volume to 60% or Full Dynamic Range.
Using the full range (-1.0 to 1.0) in Goldwave will create clipping on the output signal when the volume settings in the DVC and amplifiers are
maximized. 60% of the dynamic range in goldwave will result in 25V or 70V out of the particular amplifier when all volume levels in the DVC
and related components are at the maximum (15).

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Some tips for creating files are:
• Leave a short (fraction of a second) bit of silence at the beginning of the first audio file. This will prevent the slight pop that
can be heard just as a message is turned on.
• Use the tools to listen to the relative volume of different audio files. Identical recording settings may produce audio files that
are not perceived as matching volume. This can be very apparent when a message sequence transitions from a woman’s voice
to a man’s voice (higher pitched voices often sound more distinct and carry better).
• When creating message segments for multiple voice strings, it is important to be consistent, using the same person for all
recordings whenever possible. Also, the same word may need a different inflection when used differently in a sentence.
An example is a message such as:
Fire! Please evacuate immediately!
This would not be the way you would want the word Fire to sound in this message:
A Fire! has been reported in the building.

GoldWave Inc. is not affiliated with Johnson Controls, and no agreement has been made to promote or maintain the GoldWave Digital
Audio Editor. This product has been determined to be a useful tool, but Technical Support is not an authority on the
proper use of this product.

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 Programming
The JDVC uses traditional CCBE (Cooperative Control-By-Event) programming, which provides a means for events to initiate and
broadcast automatic messages, emergency pages, and other audio signals. However at first glance, the JDVC programming matrix in
VeriFire Tools looks quite different than anything that has been provided before. There are two keys to this difference (this description
pertains to programming the JDVC with digital amplifiers).
• A JDVC program is potentially huge – the JDVC is capable of controlling 32 digital amplifiers times 4 outputs per amplifier
times 1000 possible messages (plus other inputs) –over 130,000 points. In order to accommodate this magnitude of points,
VeriFire Tools uses a scalable matrix. If a JDVC is programmed for 1000 messages, the matrix becomes very tall to
accommodate all of the points. Likewise, the more DAL amplifiers are added, the wider the matrix becomes.
• It is important to understand that the points that are being controlled are not just outputs; each one is a specific input and
a specific output combination. The points that are turned on are called PAM (Programmable Audio Matrix) points, and they
are turned on by having an active Audio Logic Zone mapped to the location. When the PAM point is active, the recorded
message is activated (or the live input is activated) and the output is turned on at the same time.
Here is a simple example of a sample programming matrix as displayed in VeriFire Tools.

This example focuses on inputs 31(EVAC message;Sequence 1) and 32(ALERT message;Sequence 2) in the highlighted red box. Note
that the numbers in the Priority column on the left are 31 and 32. It is important to understand that inputs are prioritized, with the lower
number always having priority. In this case, if logic equations 1 and 2 are activated simultaneously, the EVAC message would override
the ALERT message on DAA-1. The ALERT message would play on DAA2 outputs for successive amplifiers where message 32 is the
highest priority active point.

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The next example shows one method for programming a 5-story building with multi-channel audio. The following message sequences
have been assigned for this example.
Programming for this example:

Sequence 2
Floor Above

Sequence 1
Fire Floor

Sequence 3
Floor Below

Sequence 4 - General
Alert for All Other Zones

The IFC2-3030 will be addressed as Node 002.

The IFC2-3030 panel programming is as follows:

Alarm inputs on 1st Floor activate Zone 1
Alarm inputs on 2nd Floor activate Zone 2
Alarm inputs on 3rd Floor activate Zone 3
Alarm inputs on 4th Floor activate Zone 4
Alarm inputs on 5th Floor activate Zone 5
Any alarm input activates Zone 10

For simplicity, the JDVC programming will use Logic Zones that use the same number as the corresponding zone on the IFC2-3030:
Logic Zone 1 = OR(N2Z1)
Logic Zone 2 = OR(N2Z2)
Logic Zone 3 = OR(N2Z3)
Logic Zone 4 = OR(N2Z4)
Logic Zone 5 = OR(N2Z5)
Logic Zone 10 = OR(N2Z10)

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 Finally, this example will assume that there are 5 DAA-50 series amplifiers, and each amplifier will be addressed as the floor that it
covers. First floor equals DAA-50 address 1, etc. For this example, the box below mimics the VeriFire Tools programming matrix, but
only one output is shown for each amplifier for clarity.

The Fire Floor message, Sequence 1, is easy to program. The zone indicating the fire floor is mapped to that message.

Here is the table with the rest of the PAM points programmed.

The blue highlight indicates an activation of the third floor of the building. In this case LZ 3 and LZ 10 are activated. LZ 10 activated
PAM points are superseded by any PAM points with an active input of higher priority.

Design Layout
1.Single Channel Audio Application; High Quality or Standard Quality
DS-DB, DAX, DAA2, and DAA amplifier speaker circuits can be controlled indepen-
dently to support individual audio zones for single channel applications. This ex-
ample depicts a single channel application where 4 audio zones do not exceed the
total wattage available from one DAA2-50 amplifier configured to support 4 audio
zones of 10 watts each. In this example, circuits may be controlled individually for
vectored messages or pages, but there is no capability to provide simultaneous,
different messages or paging to any of these areas.

A DAX can also be configured for single channel applications, where the total load
of the speaker circuits does not exceed the size of the amplifier.

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A DS-DB with a DS-AMP is also a solution for single channel applications.
In this example the entire system load is delivered by a single DS-AMP and
therefore cannot exceed 125W at 25V or 100W at 70V.

In Single Channel applications the 50W models of the DAA2 are able to re-allocate
power to be used by the battery charger to power a second channel of primary audio
with the BDA card. The Audio Zones are ‘Grouped’ with a specific amplifier to prevent
overloading the capacity of an amplifier. In this example the amplifier of the DAA2 is
grouped with Audio Zones 1 and 2 (color coded green). The BDA is grouped with Au-
dio Zones 3 and 4 (color coded blue) and is capable of delivering 50W total as well.

The DS-DB is also capable of grouping amplifiers with outputs to maxi-

mize the power output for the number of audio zones for single channel
applications. The DS-DB can be configured with 1, 2, 3 or 4 primary
amplifiers. In this example the DS-DB has (3) DS-AMP units connected.
This allows three groups of 125W for a total capacity of 375W from the
DS-DB.

2.Two-Channel Audio Application; Standard Quality Only

A feature introduced in System Release 4.0 is optional 2-channel capability for DAA2
series amplifiers, which requires the addition of a BDA (Backup Digital Amplifier) set
for dual-channel mode (Note: a BDA cannot act as a back-up amplifier and support
2-channel operation). When this mode is selected any output circuit can be selected
to play one of two available messages. The illustration depicts four audio zones
(indicating that the class B wiring option was selected), playing an ALERT message
in three areas and an EVAC message in one area. The total load on the amplifier is
still less than the rated load of 50 watts for a DAA2-50 series amplifier - or 75 watts
for a DAA2-7525(E). In this configuration, the amplifier has the capability to change
messages to any audio zone automatically based on control by event. If the EVAC area expands to other zones, the output of that zone will change
as well. Or an emergency page could override all messages.
Note: When using a BDA for multi-channel capability, the BDA will not provide back-up for the DAA2 amplifier. If back-up amplifiers are specified
the primary DAA2/BDA combination can be connected to a backup DAA2/BDA.

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DVC System Audio 5.0 Product Applications Guide

System Release 5.0 introduces the DS-DB and DS-AMPs. Much

in the same way a DAA2 meets Dual Channel applications, they
can also be implemented with a DS-DB. Two amplifiers are
needed for Dual Channel. This can be in the form of a pair of
DS-AMPs or a DS-AMP and a DS-BDA combination. The two
amplifiers would be “grouped” together with speaker outputs.
The DS-DB has enough capacity to support (2) of these groups,
as shown in the example with one group in green with two DS-
AMPs and one group in blue with a DS-AMP/DS-BDA pair. One
amplifier in the group would be used to play the EVAC message
and the other amplifier would be used to play the ALERT mes-
sage. The speaker circuits can be directed to play either of the
messages or no message at all. The groups are limited in size
to the capacity of one of the amplifiers.
Note: For Dual-Channel Applications with the DAX amplifiers,
refer to multi-channel applications

3. Multi-Channel Audio Applications; standard quality only

The Versatility of the DS-DB allows it to be used in 3 or 4 channel
audio applications as well by adding amplifiers to the Dual-Channel
solution.
In this example all 4 amplifiers and all (8) speaker zones are grouped
together. The DS-DB will use one amplifier for the paging channel,
one amplifier for the EVAC message, one amplifier for the ALERT
message, etc. The limit of the total load will still be the limit of the
size of one amplifier, in this example 125W for 25V or 100W for 70V.

Multi-channel applications can be implemented with any Digital Amplifier

whenever there is only one speaker zone (Class A or Class B) assigned to an
amplifier or in the case of the DAA2 and DS-DB; one group. In this example the
DAX has one speaker circuit and the DAX can use any one of the eight digital
channels transmitted by the DVC. The same can be said for the DAA2-7525;
it has one speaker zone and one amplifier. Both are capable of playing any one
of the eight digital channels available from the DVC. The 50W DAA2 in this
example has two speaker zones and two amplifiers. By using “Dual Channel”
and assigning groups, Audio Zone 3 can be assigned to the BDA and Audio
Zone 4 can be assigned to the built in amplifier, to allow individual control
of the message that will be played in the zone. The DS-DB can also use
groups to assign amplifiers to outputs, allowing a dedicated 100W or 125W
to a single Audio Zone.

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4. Managing Output Power using DAA2 series amplifiers
When fitted with the optional BDA add-on amplifier and in selected applications, DAA2-50 series amplifiers can be configured to produce
up to 100 watts of output power. It is important to note that this does not apply to the DAA2-7525(E).
To configure a DAA2-50 amplifier to produce up to 100 watts of output power, the following qualifications must be met:
• A BDA amplifier must be installed on the DAA2-50. It cannot be programmed for backup mode
• DAA2-50 batteries must be charged by an external battery charger
• Rules for “Groups” (described in the programming manual) must be followed
The following drawings depict both valid and invalid applications for high power applications exceeding 50 watts up to 100 watts.

This illustration is limited to single channel applications only. The 100

watts are produced by two 50 watt amplifiers, the one that is built into
the DAA2-50, and the BDA. If this were a multi-channel configuration,
it would not be possible to broadcast one message on three zones,
because it would overload that channel.

Valid application for 100 Watts, but

limited to single channel.

It might appear odd that this application is not valid for a single channel sys-
tem, when less power is being used than in the previous example. The reason
becomes clear when you consider that the three circuits are being driven by
two 50-watt amplifiers. Each amplifier could drive one audio zone, but the 66
watt load imposed by loading one amplifier with two zones would exceed the
capacity of that amplifier.
A complete explanation of how to avoid invalid applications is in the JDVC
manual. The VeriFire Tools programming utility also includes new checks to
avoid misapplications.

Invalid application.

This drawing depicts an application that supports up to 50 watts on

each output, with either single or multi-channel capability. If replicated
throughout a facility, this configuration supports up to 8 channel audio.
The single limitation is that the two circuits can provide no more that
50W each.
Valid application for 100 Watts, single or multi-channel.

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5. FireFighter’s Telephones using the DAA2 or DS-DB Series amplifiers M500FPJ

DS-DB and DAA2 series amplifiers have a FireFighter’s Telephone (FFT) port, capable of connection
to a FFT riser in the same manner as the previous DAA series products. This illustration depicts two
M500FPJ
DAA2 series amplifiers supporting FFT risers in different configurations. The lower DAA2 has up to
seven firefighter telephones connected directly to the riser. In this configuration, no FTM-1s are used.
The DAA2 performs the switching, so the (up to) seven FFTs would be assigned to a single annuncia-
tor or KD control point.
The DS-DB that is one floor up is configured with a different strategy, using M500FPJ modules.
M500FPJ modules support a maximum of two firefighter telephones, but can provide individual iden-
tification and control for the point. Note that in this drawing there is a DAX series amplifier on the top level, which does include support for a FFT
riser. The FFT riser from the DS-DB in the adjacent area has been extended, and a separate M500FPJ module is being used to provide discrete
annunciation and control.

6. Applications using DAX series amplifiers

DAX series amplifiers are an effective alternative for applications where specific DAA2 features are not
required. With both 35 and 50 Watt options, these amplifiers add new options for many situations. This
example illustrates DAX amplifiers dedicated to audio zones. Configured in this manner, these amplifiers
could support either single or multi-channel applications.

M300CJ

M300CJ

7. Audio Applications with Analog Amplifiers

M300CJ
The DVC-AO board provides 4 low level audio outputs that are compatible for use with AA Series amplifiers.
The figure to the right depicts one DVC AO circuit supporting multiple AA series amplifiers for a single
channel application. A multi-channel application would show up to low-level audio risers leaving the M300CJ

DVC-AO and connecting to an analog amplifier in each audio zone.

8. Large Applications
Multiple JDVCs on a system can be used to expand the size and capability of an audio system.
• Multiple Audio Command Centers can be created with additional JDVCs.
• Applications requiring more than 32 digital amplifiers can be expanded by using multiple JDVCs
to support additional digital audio amplifiers.
Applications using multiple JDVCs benefit from network-wide capabilities. JDVCs can distribute live audio
such as emergency pages to local amplifiers as well as other JDVC nodes. Automatic messages stored
digitally in multiple JDVCs can be initiated simultaneously by a single network event. Firefighter telephone
communications are supported across NFN so an incoming call can be answered by an operator
at any audio command that has been set up to receive FFT calls.

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 9. Remote Paging Microphone Options
DVC-RPU OPTION:
Remote Paging Units can be installed on the Digital
Audio Loop to provide stations for paging with control
for three priority levels, initiation of automatic messages,
and point control for vectored pages, HVAC shutdown,
or other purposes.

RM-1 Microphone:
RM-1 Remote Microphones can be configured for remote
microphone applications, connected directly to the JDVC, or to
the RM-1 port on a DAA2 series amplifier.

Redundant Operations and Backups

IFC2-320
The DAL devices and the JDVC are integrated with an Alarm Bus input for redundant notification of an alarm
condition. The Alarm Bus can be activated via a NAC circuit or a control module that will apply 24V. The
Alarm bus will protect against failures in DAL communications (blue line) by providing a backup means
IFC2-640
of activating the amplifier with backup alarm and non-alarm tones. The Alarm Bus will also protect against
NFN failures (green line) by providing a means of the fire panel notifying a component in the audio system
that there is an alarm condition.
IFC2-3030

JNCA-2 JDVC

DAA2 and DAX Amplifiers can be configured for backup amplification using either BDA boards or identical redundant amplifiers. The BDA-25V and
BDA-70V will be used for DAX and DAA2 models.
The backup daughter amplifiers are 1:1 backup options only. If the BDA is being used in dual channel mode, it is not available for use as a backup.
The DAX, DAA, and DAA2 can also be configured for a complete backup that will cover 1:1 situa-
tions and “1 to Many” backup configurations. In the example a DAX-5025 is being used to back up
two DAX-5025 units. For complete backup solutions the model number, dual channel configuration
and speaker circuit configuration must be identical between the backup and the primary.

The DS-DB can backup the DS-AMP in different ways.

A DS-BDA can be used for each DS-AMP as a 1:1 backup.
This is illustrated in the drawing to the left.

The other solution is to use a spare DS-AMP to provide the backup

power for a failed primary. This solution can provide backup
protection for 1, 2 or 3 primary amplifiers.

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