Viking PA-15 Overhead Paging System Configuration

Objective

Configuring a Viking PA-15 overhead paging system for 8x8 services.

Disclaimer:  8x8 is not Responsible for configuration or deployment of legacy 3rd party Paging devices, please consult the Original Equipment Manufacturer for support. 8x8 X Series does not support FXO 3rd party devices

Applies To

• Viking PA-15 Overhead Paging System

Procedure

1. Move the FXS/FXO Switch to FXS.
2. Leave DIP switches 1-10 in their default settings (Switch 4 and 8 are ON by default; all others are OFF by default).
   Note: If you do not want to hear a beep sound when paging, turn DIP Switch 8 OFF.
3. Connect the phone line or RJ11 cable to your 8x8 adapter.
4. Use a wire cutter to strip the other end of the cable and attach the wires to the corresponding pins on the PA-15:
   • Red Wire (Ring): Pin 5
   • Green Wire (Tip): Pin 6
     Note: The black and yellow wires of the cable are not used.
5. Connect the speakers to Pin 1 and Pin 2 on the PA-15.

Additional Information

The Viking PA-15 device:

• Has 15 watts of output power.
• Can support up to 15 8-ohm speakers.

If you are seeking a higher output, you may be interested in the Viking PA-30 instead (30W output; supports up to 30 8-ohm speakers).