Infrared (IR) Talkback

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Required Parts and Tools

  • Williams Talkback System IR T1
  • Williams RX224 Receiver
  • PanaVise Deluxe CCTV Camera Mount
  • 22/2 audio cable
  • B Connectors
  • Fish Tape or Glow Rods
  • Wire Stripper

Installation Instructions

Connecting to the Camera

  1. Once the camera is installed, locate the AUDIO OUT on your camera
  2. Connect 22/2 wire, red to positive and black to the ground of the AUDIO OUT

IR Device mounting Instructions

  1. Determine the placement of the IR receiver. It will generally be best suited to be positioned in a corner.
  2. Remove the drop ceiling tile to which the IR receiver will be mounted
    Note: The IR receiver will be mounted as far back to the corner as space allows
  3. Remove the mounting hardware from its packaging (necessary mounting hardware shown below)
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  4. Using toggle bolts, secure the mounting plate to the drop ceiling
    Note: If encountering hard ceiling, use anchors and screws (3/16")
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  5. Drill a small hole behind where the IR transmitter will be mounted for passing cables through
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  6. Run the 22/2 cable connected to the AUDIO OUT to the IR T1.
  7. Splice a 3.5mm audio cable with the 22/2 using B-connectors. Red on the 22/2 to the red and L/R on the 3.5mm. Black on the 22/2 to the bare of the 3.5mm.

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  1. Attach mount arm the IR reciever
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  2. Place the mount cover over the plate and twist the mounting arm until secure
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  3. Plug the 3.5 cable into the Line In of the IR T1 and connect the power cable
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  4. Return the ceiling tile to it's appropriate location
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  5. Once audio is plugged in, locate your nearest power outlet to power the IR T1.

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  1. Note: It is preferred that there is a standard power outlet above the ceiling, otherwise you will run the USB Type A to B down the wall to the nearest outlet.


Testing the System

  1. Ensure your IR T1 and reciever are set to the same channel.
  2. Test the talkback unit is working by activating the talkback function within the VALT Software and having a partner to communicate with.

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