AUDIO
DISTRIBUTION
NETWORK
SENNHEISER ADN
Instruction manual
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Contents
Contents
Important safety instructions ........................................................................................ 3
The Sennheiser ADN conference system ...................................................................... 5
Available system components – scope of delivery .................................................... 6
Overview of the components .......................................................................................... 7
ADN D1 delegate unit .................................................................................................... 8
ADN C1 chairman unit ................................................................................................... 9
ADN CU1 central unit ................................................................................................... 10
Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel .................................................................. 11
The “Conference Manager” software ....................................................................... 12
The SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables ............................................................................. 12
Structuring and controlling the conference system ................................................ 13
Putting the conference system into operation ......................................................... 15
Preparing the central unit for use ............................................................................. 15
Preparing the conference units for use .................................................................... 16
Setting up the conference system ............................................................................ 17
Switching the conference system on/off ................................................................ 20
Using the central unit ..................................................................................................... 21
Deactivating the lock mode of the central unit ...................................................... 21
Functions of the keys .................................................................................................. 21
Configuring the conference system via the central unit ........................................ 22
Overview of the operating menu .............................................................................. 22
Working with the operating menu ........................................................................... 25
Adjusting the audio settings – “Audio” .................................................................. 31
Adjusting the language – “Language” .................................................................... 41
Adjusting further settings – “Settings” .................................................................. 42
Running a conference ..................................................................................................... 44
Operating a delegate unit ........................................................................................... 45
Operating a chairman unit .......................................................................................... 46
Setting the volume of the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers ................... 48
Adding conference units to the conference system during operation .............. 48
Using the “Conference Manager” software ............................................................... 49
Possibilities of usage of the software and the conference system .................... 49
Starting/exiting the software .................................................................................... 55
Getting to know and adjusting the basic features of the software ................... 56
Using the conference system and the software .................................................... 66
“Setup” operating mode ............................................................................................. 72
Initializing the conference units – “Setup” operating mode ............................... 86
Adjusting the conference settings – “Setup” operating mode ........................... 90
Controlling and monitoring a conference – “Live” operating mode .................. 95
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Cleaning and maintaining the conference system ................................................ 104
Updating the firmware of the conference system ................................................ 105
If a problem occurs ... ................................................................................................... 106
Accessories ..................................................................................................................... 108
Specifications ................................................................................................................. 109
Appendix ......................................................................................................................... 111
Manufacturer Declarations ......................................................................................... 116
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Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions. Always include these instructions when passing the
apparatus on to third parties.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manu-
facturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, when the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains, disconnect the
power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
16. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appa-
ratus to rain or moisture.
17. Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the equipment.
18. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
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Important safety instructions
Hazard warnings on the rear of the central unit
The label shown on the left is attached to the rear of the central unit. The symbols
on this label have the following meaning:
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the central unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute risk of fire or electric shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the risk of electric shock if the central
unit is opened. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to quali-
fied personnel only.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this product.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this may result in fire and elec-
tric shock.
Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the device is in safe operating order.
Danger of hearing damage due to high volumes
When the conference participants listen to the floor channel via headphones, they
can adjust the volume themselves. In doing so, sound pressure exceeding 85 dB(A)
can be produced. 85 dB(A) is the sound pressure corresponding to the maximum
permissible volume which is by law (in some countries) allowed to affect your
hearing for the duration of a working day. It is used as a basis according to the
specifications of industrial medicine. Higher volumes or longer durations can
damage your hearing. At higher volumes, the duration must be shortened in order
to prevent hearing damage. The following are sure signs that you have been
subjected to excessive noise for too long a time:
•
•
You can hear ringing or whistling sounds in your ears.
You have the impression (even for a short time only) that you can no longer
hear high notes.
Inform the conference participants about these facts and, if necessary, ask them to
set the volume to a medium level.
Intended use
Intended use of the products includes:
•
having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important safety
instructions”,
•
using the products within the operating conditions and limitations described in
this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the products other than as described in this instruc-
tion manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described
herein.
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The Sennheiser ADN conference system
The Sennheiser ADN conference system
Sennheiser ADN stands for Sennheiser Audio Distribution Network – the new
generation of digital conference equipment:
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•
•
•
Ideal for small to medium size conferences with approx. 30 participants
High-quality audio signal due quality microphone and built-in loudspeakers
Attractive design – fits into modern or traditional style conference rooms
Guaranteed operational reliability due to state-of-the-art transmission tech-
nology
•
•
Can be adapted quickly and easily to different room sizes and participant
numbers
Intuitive configuration and control of the conference system via the operating
menu or the integrated software package
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Available system components – scope of delivery
Available system components –
scope of delivery
The following ADN system components are available:
Central unit (Cat. No.: 502757)
1
1
1
ADN CU1 central unit
quick guide
CD ROM (including, among other things, the “Conference Manager”
software (Windows) and the instruction manual for the overall conference
system as PDF)
Mains cable for central unit
Delegate unit (Cat. No.: 502758)
1
1
ADN D1 delegate unit
quick guide
Chairman unit (Cat. No.: 502759)
System cable
1
1
ADN C1 chairman unit
quick guide
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Overview of the components
Overview of the components
For conferencing, you require:
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•
•
•
•
1 ADN CU1 central unit
ADN D1 delegate units
ADN C1 chairman units (optional, for granting speaking privileges)
SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables (available in different lengths)
“Conference Manager” software for configuring and controlling conferences
(optional)
– can be run on the central unit (a screen, keyboard, and mouse are required)
or
– can be run on a separate Windows PC with Ethernet connection
ESC
ADN D1/ADN C1
ADN D1/ADN C1
ADN CU1
Conference Manager software
SDC CBL RJ-45
SDC CBL RJ-45
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Overview of the components
ADN D1 delegate unit
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·
µ
¸
¾
º
¶
²
»
Sound inlet basket
with firmly fixed windshield
Signal light ring
IN socket
³
µ
¸
OUT socket
·
»
²
Headphone socket
Headphone volume control for
headphone socket
¶
º
¾
Microphone key
Microphone LED
Loudspeaker
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Overview of the components
ADN C1 chairman unit
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·
µ
¸
¾
º
¶
»
²
´
¿
Sound inlet basket
with firmly fixed windshield
Signal light ring
IN socket
³
µ
¸
OUT socket
·
»
¿
´
²
Headphone socket
Priority key
Next key
Headphone volume control for
headphone socket
¶
º
¾
Microphone key
Microphone LED
Loudspeaker
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Overview of the components
ADN CU1 central unit
1
2
3
4 5
ESC
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
PORT II PORT I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
2x 52.8V
1.75A
D
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7
8
9
@
A
B
C
E
F
A Front view
B Rear view
On/off switch
IN audio input
1
2
3
6
7
8
OUT audio output
Standard display key
Display panel
PORT II socket (RJ 45) for connection
of conference units
Jog dial
PORT I socket (RJ 45) for connection
of conference units
VGA monitor output
4
5
9
ESC key (Escape)
0
A
B
C
D
E
F
USB socket
(2x)
Network socket (RJ 45)
Fans
Mains socket
Hazard warnings
Type plate
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Overview of the components
Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel
After switch-on, the central unit’s display shows a progress bar for approx.
30 seconds and then the standard display:
I
G
H
Direct Access
30 Units
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O
N
M
L
J
K
Text/icon
Possible display/function
Conference mode
Current conference mode:
“Direct Access”, “Override”, “Request”
G
H
I
J
Floor channel volume
Current volume setting for the conference units’
built-in loudspeakers
Number of
conference units
Number of connected conference units
Connection status
: “Conference Manager” software is not
connected to the central unit
: “Conference Manager” software is
connected to the central unit
Structural change icon
Icon appears if, since the last initialization, a
malfunction/change has occurred in the wiring
K
Cable fault icon
Icon appears if conference units are not correctly
L
M
Short-circuit icon
Icon appears if there is a short circuit in the
The display panel lights up red.
Warning triangle
Icon appears if there is a malfunction/change
N
O
Lock mode icon
Lock mode of the central unit:
: Lock mode is deactivated
: Lock mode is activated
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Overview of the components
The “Conference Manager” software
The “Conference Manager” software allows you to conveniently configure and
control the entire conference via a Windows PC or directly via the central unit.
For further information on the software, refer to the chapter “Using the “Confer-
The SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables
The system cables transmit the digital audio and status information and supply
power to the conference units.
Q
P
S
P
R
Shielded RJ 45 modular plug, cat 5(e)
Gray cable booth with clip protector
Round STP cable, cat 5(e), 24 AWG, black
Black cable booth with clip protector
P
Q
R
S
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Structuring and controlling the conference system
Structuring and controlling the
conference system
Structuring the conference system
The ADN conference system is suitable for small to medium size conferences with
approx. 30 conference units (divided up onto the two connection sockets PORT I
and PORT II). Delegate units and chairman units can be combined in an arbitrary
order and are connected to the central unit using SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables. The
ends of the cable strings are open (no ring topology). The maximum number of
conference units that can be used depends on the voltage supply which in turn is
influenced by the cable lengths (see next chapter).
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
PORT II PORT
I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
2x 52.8V
1.75A
...
...
15
15
2
1
1
2
Port II Port I
max. 80 m
approx. 2-5 m approx. 2-5 m
approx. 2-5 m approx. 2-5 m
>35 V
Voltage supply = 52.8 V
>35 V
In addition, you can connect audio devices to the central unit in order to e.g. feed
audio signals to the floor channel or to output the floor channel via an external
audio device.
Calculating the voltage drop on the system cables
For safe operation of the conference system, make sure that all conference units
are supplied with a voltage of at least 35 V! The voltage supplied depends on the
number of connected conference units and on the cable lengths. The standard
cable length between the central unit and the first conference unit is 80 m max.
and the standard cable length between the conference units is 2-5 m. If these cable
lengths are observed, safe operation of a conference system with 30 conference
units is ensured. If cable lengths are shorter, it might be that more conference units
can be used.
The “ADN Cable Calculator” program allows you to calculate the voltage drops on
the individual sections of a cable string and to plan the structure of the conference
system. The program is available from your Sennheiser partner or from the down-
load area on our website at www.sennheiser.com.
To use the “ADN Cable Calculator” program:
̈ Start the “ADN Cable Calculator.exe” file and follow the instructions of the
program.
For further information and for how to calculate the voltage drop of a cable string,
refer to the help of the “ADN Cable Calculator” program.
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Structuring and controlling the conference system
Configuring and controlling the conference system
For configuring the conference system, you can either use the operating menu of
the central unit or the “Conference Manager” software. The software also allows
you to control conferences via a graphical interface:
Function
Operating menu “Conference Manager” software
Configuring the
conference
Controlling the
conference via a
graphical interface
The “Conference Manager” software can be run in two different ways:
a) As a program on the central unit’s built-in PC.
You have to connect a screen, keyboard, and mouse to the central unit
ESC
ADN CU1
b) As a program on a Windows PC.
You have to install the “Conference Manager” software on the PC and integrate
Conference Manager software
a
b
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Putting the conference system into operation
Putting the conference system into
operation
Preparing the central unit for use
Setting up the central unit on a flat surface or mounting it into a rack
If you want to place the central unit on a flat surface:
̈ Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked.
̈ Place the central unit on a flat surface as shown.
If you want to mount the central unit into a 19” rack, the central unit must be
supported and fixed to the rack using additional components.
CAUTION Danger of material damage and personal injury when rack
mounting the central unit!
When installing the product in a closed or multi-rack assembly,
please consider that, during operation,
•
the ambient temperature within the rack may drastically
increase,
•
•
high mechanical loading may occur,
intrinsically harmless leakage currents of the individual mains
units may accumulate, thereby exceeding the allowable limit
value.
This can cause material damage and electric shocks.
̈ Always mount the central unit using a suitable rack tray. Make
sure that the mechanical loading of the rack is even.
̈ Make sure that the ambient temperature within the rack does not
exceed the permissible temperature limit specified in the specifi-
provide additional ventilation.
̈ When connecting to the power supply, observe the information
indicated on the type plate. Avoid circuit overloading. If neces-
sary, provide overcurrent protection.
̈ Ground the rack via an additional ground connection.
Fastening the optional
rack mount “ears”
̈ Unscrew and remove the 2 torx screws (T25) on each side of the central unit
(see left-hand diagram).
U
̈ Secure the optional rack mount “ears”
the sides of the central unit using the previously removed torx screws (see
right-hand diagram).
U
U
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Putting the conference system into operation
̈ Slide the central unit with the mounted rack mount “ears” into the 19” rack
and support the weight with e.g. a rack tray.
̈ Secure the rack mount “ears” to the rack.
An engineering drawing detailing the dimensions of the central unit can
Connecting the central unit to the mains
CAUTION Product damage due to unsuitable mains cables or power outlets!
An unsuitable power supply can damage the product.
page 108) for connecting the product to the mains.
̈ Only use multi-outlet power strips or extension cables with
protective ground contacts.
̈ Only use mains cables with a 3-pin connector.
D
̈ First connect the mains cable to the mains socket
.
̈ Connect the mains cable to the mains.
The central unit is now ready for operation.
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
D
Preparing the conference units for use
The conference units are ready for operation upon delivery. The conference system
automatically recognizes if the connected conference units are chairman units or
delegate units and initializes them automatically.
If you connect chairman units to the conference system during a running
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Putting the conference system into operation
Setting up the conference system
Installing the cable holder
If you want to permanently install your conference system in a room, use the
UT
O
IN
̈ Tilt the conference units as shown.
̈ Hold the conference units with one hand so that the microphone does not rest
on the table.
¹
T
U
IN
O
¹
̈ Insert the cable holder
as shown.
¹
At this point, the cable holder
is not yet fixed with screws. You first have to
connect the conference units as described in the following chapter.
Connecting the conference units to the central unit
You can connect up to 15 conference units to each of the central unit’s connection
8
9
sockets PORT II
or PORT I . The maximum number of conference units that can
be used in one cable string depends on the overall cable length connected to a port
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
PORT II PORT
I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
252.8V
1.75
The following describes the procedure for one cable string. If necessary, repeat
these steps for a second cable string.
8
9
̈ Place the conference units at the corresponding seats.
̈ Put out a sufficient number of system cables in the required lengths (see
̈ If necessary, calculate the maximum length of the cable string in order to
ensure that all conference units connected in the string are supplied with a
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Putting the conference system into operation
If you are using cable holders (see previous chapter):
Ƹ
¹
̈ Choose a suitable cover
for the cable holder
:
Cable
Cable holder cover
marked “M”
SDC CBL RJ 45 system cable
Highly shielded cable
Ƹ
marked “L”
¹
ƹ
Ƹ
Ƹ
T
U
T
U
IN
O
IN
O
Ƹ
̈ Affix the covers
as shown.
ƹ
̈ Slightly tighten the supplied screws
(approx. 0.05 Nm).
To connect the conference units to the central unit:
CAUTION Product damage due to an unsuitable power supply!
An unsuitable power supply can damage network devices with RJ 45
plugs that are connected to the connection sockets PORT I and
PORT II.
̈ Only connect ADN C1 and ADN D1 conference units to the connec-
tion sockets PORT I and PORT II.
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
PORT II PORT
I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
2x 52.8V
1.75
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
µ
¸
µ
¸
8
9
µ
̈ Use a system cable to connect the IN socket
of the first conference unit to
8
9
the PORT II socket
or PORT I socket
of the central unit (see above).
¸
̈ Use a system cable to connect the OUT socket
of the first conference unit
µ
to the IN socket
of the second conference unit.
̈ Repeat these steps for the remaining conference units.
Please note that there is a limited number of approx. 15 conference units
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Putting the conference system into operation
Connecting external audio devices to the central unit
To output the floor channel via an external audio device:
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̈ Use an XLR cable to connect the OUT audio output
of the central unit to an
external audio device.
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
PORT II PORT
I
2x 52.8V
1.75A
7
To connect an external audio source and to feed its signals to the floor channel:
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̈ Use an XLR cable to connect the external audio source to the IN audio input
of the central unit.
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
PORT II PORT
I
2x 52.8V
1.75A
6
Preparing to use the “Conference Manager” software
Running the software installed
on the central unit
To use the “Conference Manager” software installed on the central unit, you require
the following devices:
Device
Requirements
Screen
Connection:
Resolution:
15-pin Sub-D VGA
800 x 600 pixels or higher
Recommended: 1024 x 768 or 1280 x 1024 pixels
Mouse
Standard USB for Windows PCs
Keyboard
Standard USB for Windows PCs
Supported language layouts: e.g. English, German, French,
Spanish, Italian, Russian, Dutch (for the complete list, see
0
̈ Use a Sub-D VGA cable to connect a screen to the VGA monitor output
.
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
P
O
R
T
I
I
P
O
R
T
I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
2x 52.8V
1.75A
0
A
̈ Connect the keyboard and the mouse to the two USB sockets
.
̈ Configure the screen, keyboard and mouse settings using the “Conference
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
P
O
R
T
I
I
P
O
R
T
I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
2x 52.8V
1.75A
Your conference system is now ready for operation.
A
The USB sockets only support a keyboard and a mouse.
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Putting the conference system into operation
Running the software on a
separate Windows PC
To run the “Conference Manager” software on a separate Windows PC, the PC must
B
̈ Use a network cable (Cat5) to connect the Ethernet socket
of the central
unit to the network interface of your PC.
You can also connect the PC and the central unit using a switch or similar.
IN –– AUDIO –– OUT
P
O
R
T
I
I
P
O
R
T
I
100-240V~
50/60Hz 240W
2x 52.8V
1.75A
B
̈ Install the “Conference Manager” software supplied on the CD ROM on your
Switching the conference system on/off
To switch the conference system on:
1
̈ Set the on/off switch
to position “I”.
1
The central unit switches on and its display panel lights up.
To switch the conference system off:
If you have made changes to a configuration using the “Conference
Manager” software, you have to save these changes before switching the
automatically saved.
1
̈ Set the on/off switch
to position “0”.
The central unit is switched off completely.
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Using the central unit
Using the central unit
Deactivating the lock mode of the central unit
able to operate the central unit:
̈ Press the jog dial or any other key.
“Lock” appears on the display panel.
̈ Turn the jog dial.
The “OFF” setting is selected.
̈ Press the jog dial.
The lock mode is deactivated.
Functions of the keys
Action
Press the ESC key
Functions
• Cancels the entry and returns to the next higher
menu level or to the standard display
Press the jog dial
Turn the jog dial
• Changes from the standard display to the
operating menu
• Calls up a menu item
• Enters a submenu
• Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu
• Increases or reduces the floor channel volume
(when the standard display is shown)
• Changes to the next/previous menu item
• Changes the setting of a menu item
Press the standard • Returns to the standard display
display key
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Configuring the conference system via the central unit
Configuring the conference system via the central unit
Overview of the operating menu
“Conference”
submenu
Conference Mode
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
Talk Time Status
Talk Time Limit
“XLR Out”
submenu
Premonition Time Limit
XLR Out Status
Reaction on Talktime
XLR Out Volume
Exceed
XLR Out Equalizer
Blink on Request
Re-Init
Clear Request List
on Cancel
“Main Menu”
“XLR In”
submenu
Conference
Audio
System
Languages
Settings
XLR In Status
XLR In Sensitivity
XLR In Equalizer
“Audio”
submenu
XLR Out
XLR In
“Floor/Loudspeakers”
submenu
Floor/Loudspeakers
Audio Gain Reduction
Floor/Loudspeaker
Volume
Floor/Loudspeaker
Equalizer
“Diagnostics”
submenu
“System”
submenu
System Load
Temperature
Ports
Diagnostics
Versions
Bus Statistics
Start Self-Test
Reset Break Indication
Reset Error Indication
“Versions”
submenu
Hardware Versions Info
Software Versions Info
“Settings”
submenu
Network
Contrast
Lock
Restore Factory Defaults
“Network”
submenu
IP Address Mode
IP Address
Subnet Mask
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Configuring the conference system via the central unit
Display
Function of the menu item
Option/display
Page
“Main Menu”
“Conference”
“Audio”
Calls up the “Conference” submenu
Calls up the “Audio” submenu
Calls up the “System” submenu
Adjusts the language
–
–
–
“System”
“Languages”
“Deutsch”, “English”,
“Espanol”...
“Settings”
Calls up the “Settings” submenu
Adjusts the conference mode
–
“Conference” menu
“Conference
Mode”
“Direct Access”,
“Override” or “Request”
“Microphone
Limit”
Sets the maximum number of speakers who can take the
floor simultaneously in “Direct Access” and “Override” mode
“1” ... “10”
“0” ... “10”
“On“/“Off”
“Request Limit”
Sets the maximum number of requests to speak in “Request”
and “Direct Access” mode
“Talk Time Status” Activates/deactivates the speaking time limit
“Talk Time Limit” Sets the speaking time limit
“01” ... “60”
in steps of 1 minute
“Premonition Time Sets the advance warning time (warns speakers that they
“00” ... “120”
in steps of 10 seconds
Limit”
are approaching the end of the individual speaking time)
“Reaction on
Determines the behavior when the individual speaking time
“Continue“/“Cancel”
Talktime Exceed” is exceeded
“Blink on Request” Activates/deactivates the flashing of the signal light ring
when a request to speak is made
“On“/“Off”
“Re-Init”
Re-initializes the conference units
Sets the function of the priority key
“Yes“/“No”
“On“/“Off”
“Clear Request List
on Cancel”
of the chairman unit
“Audio” menu
“XLR Out”
“XLR In”
Calls up the “XLR Out” submenu
Calls up the “XLR In” submenu
–
–
–
“Floor/
Loudspeakers”
Calls up the “Floor/Loudspeakers” submenu
“Audio Gain
Reduction”
The sum signal of all active conference units is output via
the floor channel (“Floor/Loudspeakers”). The “Audio Gain
Reduction” menu item allows you to adjust how the volume
levels of the signals of the individual conference units are
processed.
“0.0 dB per Mic” ...
“−3.0 dB per Mic”,
“Linear Division”
“XLR Out” menu
“XLR Out Status” Activates/deactivates the OUT audio output
“XLR Out Volume” Adjusts the volume of the XLR output
“On“/“Off”
“01” ... “32”
“XLR Out
Equalizer”
Adjusts the tone color of the XLR output
+02 dB
–03 dB
+05 dB
“−12 dB” ... “+12 dB”
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Display
Function of the menu item
Option/display
Page
“XLR In” menu
“XLR In Status”
Activates/deactivates the IN audio input
Adjusts the sensitivity of the XLR input
“On“/“Off”
“XLR In
Sensitivity”
“−18.0 dBu” ...
“+18.0 dBu”
“XLR In Equalizer” Adjusts the tone color of the XLR input
+02 dB
–03 dB
+05 dB
“−12 dB” ... “+12 dB”
“Floor/Loudspeakers” menu
“Floor/
Adjusts the floor channel volume (“Floor/Loudspeakers”)
Loudspeakers
Volume”
“00” ... “32”
“Floor/
Loudspeakers
Equalizer”
Adjusts the tone color of the floor channel
+02 dB
–03 dB
+05 dB
“−12 dB” ... “+12 dB”
“System” menu
“Ports”
Displays the type and number of the conference units
connected to Port I and Port II
Deleg Chair.
Port1:
Port2:
xx
xx
xx Units
xx Units
“Diagnostics”
“Versions”
Calls up the “Diagnostics” submenu
Calls up the “Versions” submenu
–
–
“Diagnostics” menu
“System Load”
Provides information on the current and voltage supply
“Temperature”
“Bus Statistics”
Provides information on the temperature status
Provides information on the status of data transmission/
errors
Error Indication
Break Count
:
:
1
“Start Self-Test”
Performs a self-test on the conference system
“On“/“Off”
“Reset Break
Indication”
Resets the error counter (“Break Count”) in the
“Bus Statistic” menu item
“Yes“/“No”
“Reset Error
Indication”
Resets the display for data bus errors (“Error Indication”) in
the “Bus Statistic” menu item
“Yes“/“No”
“Versions” menu
“Hardware Version Displays the hardware version
Info”
DU/PU:
CU SB:
1
1
“Software Version Displays the software version
Info”
DU/PU: 0.1.1.5
CU SB: 1.0.0.0
CU Main: 1.0.0.1
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Display
Function of the menu item
Option/display
Page
“Settings” menu
“Network”
“Contrast”
“Lock”
Calls up the “Network” submenu
–
Adjusts the contrast of the display panel
Activates/deactivates the lock mode
Restores the factory default settings
“1” ... “15”
“On“/“Off”
“Yes“/“No”
“Restore Factory
Defaults”
“Network” menu
“IP Address Mode” Sets the IP address allocation mode
“Static IP“/“Dynamic IP”
“xxx . xxx . xxx . xxx”
“xxx . xxx . xxx . xxx”
“IP Address”
Sets the IP address of the central unit
Sets the subnet mask of the central unit
“Subnet Mask”
Working with the operating menu
By way of example of the “Microphone Limit” menu item, this section describes
how to use the operating menu.
Information on the factory default settings of the operating menu can be found in
Changing from the standard display to the operating menu
Direct Access
30 Units
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
20
System
Standard display
“Main Menu”
̈ Press the jog dial.
The standard display is replaced by the main menu. The last selected menu
item is highlighted.
Calling up a menu item
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Microphone Limit
Conf. Mode
Microphones
No. Request
Conference Mode
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
05
05
System
05
Select and call up the
“Microphone Limit”
menu item
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
The “Microphone Limit”
menu item appears
̈ Press the jog dial to call up the “Conference” menu item.
The “Conference” submenu appears.
̈ Turn the jog dial to select the “Microphone Limit” menu item.
̈ Press the jog dial to call up the “Microphone Limit” menu item.
Changing and storing settings
Conference
Microphone Limit
Conf. Mode
Microphones
No. Request
Microphone Limit
Conf. Mode
Microphones
No. Request
Conference Mode
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
05
05
07
07
5
Select and call up the
“Microphone Limit”
menu item
Select the desired
setting
Store the setting
̈ Turn the jog dial to adjust settings in the “Microphone Limit” menu item.
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̈ Press the jog dial.
Your setting is stored. You are back to the operating menu.
By briefly turning the jog dial to the left or right, the next or the previous
menu item or setting is displayed.
If you turn the jog dial to the left or right and hold it in this position, the
menu items or settings change in quick succession (“fast search” function).
Canceling an entry
̈ Press the ESC key.
The operating menu or the next higher menu level appears.
Or:
̈ Press the standard display key.
The standard display appears.
To subsequently directly return to the last edited menu item:
̈ Press the jog dial repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears.
Exiting the operating menu
̈ Press the standard display key.
The standard display appears.
Or:
̈ Press the ESC key repeatedly until the standard display appears.
Adjusting the conference settings – “Conference”
The settings available in the “Conference” menu item affect the behavior of the
entire conference system during a conference.
CAUTION Interruption of a running conference
If you adjust settings in the “Conference” menu item during a
running conference, the conference will be interrupted.
̈ Inform the participants that the conference settings are being
changed and that they might have to make a new request to
speak.
Adjusting the conference mode – “Conference Mode”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Conference Mode
Direct Access
Override
Conference Mode
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
System
Request
Direct Access
Direct Access
Select and call up the
“Conference Mode”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Possible settings: “Direct Access”, “Override” and “Request”.
“Direct Access” mode and “Override” mode:
These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairman unit.
•
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If the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously
(“Microphone Limit”) has not been reached, a further speaker can take the
floor immediately.
Situation The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor
simultaneously (“Microphone Limit”) has been reached.
Event
A further speaker presses the microphone key on his or her
conference unit.
Behavior In “Direct Access” mode:
The speaker has to wait until one of the current speakers passes
on or loses his or her speaking privileges. He is then automati-
cally granted speaking privileges.
In “Override” mode:
The speaker can take the floor immediately. The speaker with
the longest speaking time loses his or her speaking privileges.
•
“Request” mode:
For this mode to function, a chairman unit is required.
In “Request” mode, the chairman receives requests to speak and grants
speaking privileges according to the FIFO principle (First In – First Out), i.e. the
speaker with the longest waiting time is granted speaking privileges.
Situation The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached
(“Request Limit”).
Event
A further speaker makes a request to speak.
Behavior The speaker can only make a request to speak if the maximum
number of requests to speak drops below the specified limit
value.
Setting the max. number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously –
“Microphone Limit”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Microphone Limit
Conf. Mode
Microphones
No. Request
Conference Mode
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
05
05
System
05
Select and call up the
“Microphone Limit”
menu item
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Select the desired
setting; store the setting
Adjustment range: “1” ... “10”
The “Microphone Limit” menu item allows you to set the max. number of speakers
who can take the floor simultaneously in all conference modes. Please note that
any connected chairman unit is counted against the microphone limit. If you set a
higher value (adjustment range “1” ... “10”) than the one determined by the
number of connected chairman units, the system will reduce the microphone limit
to the maximum possible value (see examples in the table).
Chairman units
Possible “Microphone Limit” values
0
“1” - “10”
“1” - “6”
“0”
4
10
For information on how this setting affects your conference, refer to the previous
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Setting the maximum number of requests to speak – “Request Limit”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Request Limit
Conf. Mode
Requests
Conference Mode
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
05
System
No. Request
05
05
Select and call up
the “Request Limit”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Adjustment range: “0” ... “10”
The setting adjusted in the “Request Limit” menu item becomes effective only if
you are using a chairman unit (“Request” mode) or if you have selected “Direct
Access” mode.
For information on how this setting affects your conference, refer to the section
Activating/deactivating the speaking time limit – “Talk Time Status”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Talk Time Status
On
Off
Microphone Limit
Request Limit
Talk Time Status
System
On
On
Select and call up
the “Talk Time Status”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Possible settings: “On” and “Off”
This menu item allows you activate/deactivate the speaking time limit. The dura-
tion of the speaking time limit, the advance warning time, and the behavior after
expiration of the speaking time limit can be set in the following 3 menu items.
Setting the speaking time limit– “Talk Time Limit”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Talk Time Limit
Conf. Mode
Minutes
Request Limit
Talk Time Status
Talk Time Limit
05
System
05 Min
05 Min
Select and call up
the “Talk Time Limit”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Adjustment range: “01” ... “60”, adjustable in steps of 1 minute
The speaking time limit becomes effective only if it is activated in the “Talk Time
Status” menu item (see previous section).
Please note that the speaking time limit applies to each and every input to the
discussion.
Setting the advance warning time – “Premonition Time Limit”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Talk Time Status
Talk Time Limit
Premonition Time Limit
Conf. Mode
Seconds
20
System
Premonition Time Limit
20 Sec
20 Sec
Select and call up the
“Premonition Time
Limit” menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Adjustment range: “00” ... “120”, adjustable in steps of 10 seconds
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̈ Set the advance warning time.
This setting affects your conference as follows (example):
“Talk Time Limit”
15 (minutes)
(speaking time limit)
ᕢ
“Premonition Time Limit” 60 (seconds)
(advance warning time)
Effect
60 seconds before the speaking time limit
expires, i.e. after 14 minutes in this example, the
·
º
signal light ring
start flashing red.
and the microphone LED
ᕨ
Determining the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded –
“Reaction on Talktime Exceed”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Reaction on Talktime Exceed
Continue
Cancel
Talk Time Limit
Premonition Time Limit
Reaction on Talktime Exceed
System
Continue
Continue
Select and call up the
“Reaction on Talktime
Exceed” menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Possible settings: “Continue” and “Cancel”
Event
The end of the individual speaking time is reached.
“Continue”:
The individual speaking time is continued. The signal light ring
Behavior
ᕢ
·
º
and the microphone LED
speaking.
flash red until the speaker has finished
“Cancel”:
·
The individual speaking time is terminated. The signal light ring
º
and the microphone LED
go off.
ᕨ
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Activating/deactivating the flashing of the signal light ring when a request to
speak is made – “Blink on Request”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Blink on Request
On
Off
Premonition Time Limit
Reaction on Talktime exceed
Blink on Request
System
On
On
Select and call up the
“Blink on Request”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Possible settings: “On” and “Off”
Setting
Behavior of the signal light ring
ᕢ
“On”
When a participant makes a request to speak, the micro-
º
·
phone LED
flashes red.
The participant him or herself sees the flashing microphone
flashes green and the signal light ring
º
LED
whereas the other participants see the flashing
·
signal light ring
has been made.
which indicates that a request to speak
ᕨ
“Off”
When a participant makes a request to speak, the micro-
º
phone LED
flashes green.
All other participants cannot see that this participant has
made a request to speak.
Re-initializing the conference units – “Re-Init”
If you connect chairman units to the conference system during a running confer-
ence, you have to re-initialize them.
When conference units are re-initialized, the conference will be interrupted.
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Re-Init
Yes
No
Reaction on Talktime exceed
Blink on Request
Re-Init
System
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Select and call up the
“Re-Init” menu item
Possible settings: “Yes” and “No”
¿
Setting the function of the priority key
– “Clear Request List on Cancel”
This menu item allows you to set the function of the chairman unit’s priority
¿
key
.
•
Setting “On”: Pressing the priority key deactivates all delegate units.
All requests to speak are deleted.
•
Setting “Off”: Pressing the priority key deactivates all currently active delegate
units.
All requests to speak are retained.
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Conference
Blink on Request
Re-Init
Clear Request List on Cancel
On
Off
ᕤ
System
Clear Request List on Cancel
On
Off
Select and call up the
“Clear Request List on
Cancel” menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Conference” submenu
Possible settings: “On” and “Off”
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Adjusting the audio settings – “Audio”
The “Audio” submenu allows you to adjust settings that affect the audio signals of
the conference system.
Adjusting settings for the OUT audio output and the IN audio input – “XLR Out”
and “XLR In”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Audio
XLR Out/XLR In
XLR Out
XLR Out Status/XLR In Status
XLR Out Volume/XLR In Sensitivity
XLR Out Equalizer/XLR In Equalizer
No
XLR In
Floor/Loudspeakers
System
No
Select and call up
different menu items
Select and call up
different submenus
Select and call up the
“Audio” submenu
XLR Out Status/XLR In Status
On
Off
XLR Out Volume
Conf. Mode
XLR Out Equalizer/XLR In Equalizer
Conf. Mode
+ 02 dB
– 03 dB
+ 05 dB
+6 dB
Off
Off
XLR In Sensitivity
On
+6 dB
No
No
Select the “Equalizer”
setting; store the
setting
Select the “XLR Out
Status/XLR In Status”
setting; store the setting
+07.5 dBu
+07.5 dBu
No
Select the “XLR Out
Volume/XLR In sensitivity”
setting; store the setting
Submenu
Menu item
Function
“XLR Out”
“XLR Out Status”
Activates/deactivates the
OUT audio output
“XLR Out Volume”
Adjusts the volume of the
OUT audio output
“XLR Out Equalizer”
“XLR In Status”
Adjusts the tone color
“XLR In”
Activates/deactivates the
IN audio input
“XLR In Sensitivity”
Adjusts the sensitivity of the
IN audio input (the current level
is displayed).
̈ Adjust the sensitivity so that
the level display shows an
almost full deflection at
maximum input volume.
“XLR In Equalizer”
Adjusts the tone color
In the “Equalizer” menu item, you can change between the frequency
4
ranges by pressing the jog dial
.
5
Press the ESC key
to cancel your entry and restore the previous state
of all frequency ranges.
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Adjusting settings for the floor channel – “Floor/Loudspeakers”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Audio
Floor/Loudspeakers
Floor/Loudspeaker Volume
Floor/Loudspeaker Equalizer
XLR Out
XLR In
System
Floor/Loudspeakers
No
No
Select and call up the
“Floor/Loudspeakerst”
menu item
Select and call up the
“Audio” submenu
Select and call up
different menu items
Floor/Loudspeaker Volume
Conf. Mode
Equalizer
+ 02 dB
– 03 dB
+ 05 dB
No
16
Off
16
No
Select the “Floor/Loud-
speakers Volume” setting;
store the setting
Select the “Equalizer”
setting; store the
setting
Menu item
Function
“Floor/Loudspeakers Volume”
Adjusts the floor channel volume
Adjusts the tone color
“Floor/Loudspeakers Equalizer”
In the “Equalizer” menu item, you can change between the frequency
4
ranges by pressing the jog dial
.
5
Press the ESC key
to cancel your entry and restore the previous state
of all frequency ranges.
Adjusting the processing of the conference units’ audio signals in the floor
channel – “Audio Gain Reduction”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
Audio
Audio Gain Reduction
- 0.0 dB per Mic
- 0.5 dB per Mic
- 1.0 dB per Mic
XLR In
Floor/Loudspeakers
Audio Gain Reduction
System
- 0.0 dB per Mic
- 0.0 dB per Mic
Select and call up the
“Audio Gain Reduction”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Audio” submenu
Possible settings: “0.0 dB per Mic” ... “–3.0 dB per Mic” and “Linear Division”
The sum of the audio signals of all conference units is fed to the floor channel
(“Floor/Loudspeakers”) which in turn is output via the conference units’ built-in
loudspeakers and via the OUT audio output. The volume level of the floor channel
*
increases with each additional audio signal and tends to overmodulate. The
“Audio Gain Reduction” menu item allows you to adjust how the volume levels of
the signals of the conference units are processed.
Situation The audio signal of the 1. conference unit is fed to the floor channel.
Event
The audio signal of another conference unit it fed to the floor
channel. The volume level of the floor channel would increase if the
signal wasn’t influenced.
*
conference units and IN audio input
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Behavior
“0.0 dB per Mic” ... “–3.0 dB per Mic” setting:
With each additional audio signal, the volume level of the floor
channel is reduced by the adjusted value.
̈ Try out the different settings by activating the maximum
The floor channel should be heard at the desired volume level
without any distortion or feedback.
̈ First start with low values.
“Linear Division” setting:
The volume level of the floor channel is automatically reduced
depending on the number of conference units (high gain reduction
of the audio signal).
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Checking the system and detecting problems – “System”
The “System” submenu provides information on the current status of your confer-
ence system and any errors that have occured.
After switch-on, the central unit automatically performs a self-test. If errors are
K
N
detected during the self-test, the error icons
to
indicate the type of error
M
N
encountered. When the error icons
from orange to red.
to
appear, the display panel changes
The central unit also checks the conference system for errors during a running
conference and, if necessary, shows the following icons to indicate these errors.
Direct Access
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N
M
L
K
Icon
Meaning
Warning triangle
Short-circuit icon
Cable fault icon
Structural change icon
To ensure trouble-free operation of your conference system:
̈ Carry out the following steps before starting the conference.
This allows you to diagnose and remedy errors in your conference system at an
early stage.
̈ Set up your entire conference system.
If you do not yet know the final number of participants, take the maximum
number of participants as a starting point. Connect the corresponding number
of conference units to the central unit.
̈ Switch the central unit on.
The central unit performs a self-test.
If the number of participants increases after an error-free self-test, we
strongly recommend you to perform a new self-test before starting your
conference.
If an error or a warning occurs, proceed as follows:
̈ Eliminate the error (see the following tables).
̈ After error elimination, perform a manual self-test by selecting “Yes” in the
“Start Self-Test” menu item:
Diagnostics
Start Self-Test
Yes
No
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
Temperature
Bus Statistics
Start Self-Test
Start Self-Test
No
No
Select and call up
the “Start Self-Test”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; apply the
setting
Select and call up the
“Diagnostics” submenu
The central unit now checks if the reported error still occurs. If the error has
been eliminated, the corresponding error icon will go off after the self-test.
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The following tables show possible error indications and steps for error elimination.
Display
Direct Access
30 Units
20
N
Only the warning triangle
displayed.
is
N
Error and Several errors may have occured.
remedy
̈ Check the following menu items one after the other (see
– “System Load”
– “Temperature”
– “Bus Statistics”
If the menu items display errors, follow the options and/or steps
for error elimination mentioned there.
Display
Direct Access
30 Units
20
Only the structural change
K
icon
is displayed.
K
Error
Change in the number of conference units due to:
•
•
manual adding or removal of one or several conference units
automatic resetting of one or several conference units (the
conference units restart)
•
•
switch-off of one or several conference units due to under-
voltage
disconnection of one or several conference units e.g. caused by
– faulty plug connections
– wire or cable faults
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Remedy
The display can change as follows:
K
– The structural change icon
disappears: The structural
change has been detected, there are no errors.
K
– The structural change icon
steps below.
is still displayed: Follow the
K
If, after performing the self-test, the structural change icon
displayed:
is still
check the digit behind “Break Counter”.
̈ Carefully move the conference units and systems cables and
check if the digit behind “Break Counter” is increased.
If the digit is increased, check the corresponding plug connec-
tions or replace the corresponding conference units and system
cables.
If the error still occurs:
̈ Follow the steps described in the “System Load” menu item (see
page 38).
Direct Access
30 Units
20
Display
N
The warning triangle
and the
K
structural change icon
displayed.
are
N
K
Error and Change in the number of conference units during the self-test:
remedy
After switch-on, an automatic self-test is performed which simu-
lates a running conference with all the conference units connected.
If a failure of conference units occurs, the above mentioned error
icons appear.
A failure of conference units can be caused by undervoltages or
overcurrents:
̈ Follow the steps described in the “System Load” menu item
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Direct Access
– – Units
Display
N
The warning triangle
and
M
20
the structural change icon
are displayed.
N
M
The “Units” display displays no conference units (“--”), the corre-
sponding connection socket PORT I or PORT II is deactivated.
Error and Short-circuit caused by:
remedy
•
metal parts (e.g. paper clips) that bridge the contacts of the plug
connections
•
•
faulty system cables
wrong cables (e.g. crossover cables)
̈ Check if you are using the correct system cables.
̈ Follow the steps described under the “System Load” menu item
The “Units” display displays the connected conference units
(e.g. “08”), the previously deactivated connection socket PORT I
or PORT II is activated again.
Display
Audio Distribution Network
N
The warning triangle
and the
Processing ...
L
cable fault icon
are displayed
and the “Processing...” bar
appears.
N
L
º
·
Error and Wrong cabling; the microphone LED
and the signal light ring
remedy of the affected conference unit flash red.
Displaying the type and number of conference units connected to the
connections PORT I or PORT II – “Ports”
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
System
Ports
Ports
Deleg Chair.
Diagnostics
Versions
Port 1
Port 2
20
5
1 Units
1 Units
No
System
No
Select and call up the
“System” submenu
View the information;
exit the menu item
Select and call up the
“Ports” menu item
The “Ports” menu item displays the number of delegate units (“Deleg”) and
chairman units (“Chair.”) connected to the connection sockets PORT I and PORT II.
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System analysis – “Diagnostics” submenu
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
System
Diagnostics
System Load
Temperature
Bus Statistics
Ports
Diagnostics
Versions
System
No
No
Select and call up the
“System” submenu
Select and call up the
“Diagnostics” submenu
The “Diagnostics”
submenu appears
The “Diagnostics” menu item provides information on the status of the current and
voltage supply, on the status of data transmission and on interruptions due to
faulty cables or cable connections.
Displaying status information on the
current and voltage supply –
“System Load”
Diagnostics
System Load
Temperature
Bus Statistics
Load
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
Current
☺
Voltage
ꢀ
Port 1
Port 2
– –
No
No
Select and call up the
“Load” menu item
View the information;
exit the menu item
Select and call up the
“Diagnostics” submenu
Both ports can be subjected to undervoltages, overcurrents and short-circuits:
Display
Meaning and causes
Current
An overcurrent in the central unit can be caused by
ꢀ
•
metal parts (e.g. paper clips) that bridge the contacts of the plug
connections
•
•
•
•
faulty conference units
faulty system cables
too long system cables
too many conference units connected to one port
Voltage
An undervoltage can be caused by
ꢀ
•
•
•
faulty conference units
too long system cables
too many conference units connected to one port
Current
A short-circuit in the central unit can be caused by e.g.
•
metal parts (e.g. paper clips) that bridge the contacts of the plug
connections
•
•
faulty system cables
wrong cables (e.g. crossover cables)
Voltage
--
The port is deactivated due to e.g.
•
•
no conference units connected
a short-circuit
mentioned above.
If an error is detected at startup of the central unit, first eliminate the
if the error still occurs.
If an error has only occured during operation and has already been elim-
inated, this is automatically detected by the central unit.
Possible steps for error elimination:
•
•
Eliminate the errors separately for each port.
sary, reduce the cable length.
•
Reduce the number of conference units to 15-20 max. per cable string.
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•
If necessary, further reduce the number of conference units until there are no
errors reported.
Then add conference units one after the other and observe the central unit’s
display. If an error is reported, the cause of the error might be the last added
conference unit, the cable used or metal parts that bridge the contacts of the
plug connection.
Displaying the temperature status –
“Temperature”
Diagnostics
System Load
Temperature
Bus Statistics
Temperature
Status
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
☺
No
No
Select and call up
the “Temperature”
menu item
View the information;
exit the menu item
Select and call up the
“Diagnostics” submenu
ꢀ
If the temperature within the central unit is too high (display: “ ”), proceed as
follows:
If the central unit is mounted into a rack:
̈ Provide additional ventilation by providing for a clearance below the central
unit and/or installing additional fans into the rack.
When the temperature is again within the permissible temperature range, this
☺
is automatically detected by the central unit (display: “ ”). The temperature
check is carried out cyclically.
If, in spite of these measures, the temperature is still detected to be too high, one
of the fans might de faulty:
̈ Have the fans checked and, if necessary, replaced by qualified maintenance
personnel.
Displaying system bus errors –
“Bus Statistics”
Diagnostics
Load
Temperature
Bus Statistics
Bus Statistics
Error Indication :
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
☺
Break Counter
:
1
No
No
Select and call up
the “Bus Statistics”
menu item
Select and call up the
View the information;
exit the menu item
“Diagnostics” submenu
Possible causes for system bus errors are:
•
•
•
•
•
changes in the number of conference units
faulty cables
faults in cable shields
faulty conference units
strong electromagnetic fields
ꢀ
If there are system bus errors, the “ ” icon appears behind “Error Indication”.
N
The display panel lights up red and the warning triangle
is displayed on the
There are temporary or permanent transmission errors:
Temporary transmission errors can be caused by e.g. poorly shielded mobiles
phones that are placed too close to the system cables or conference units. If the
☺
transmission error no longer exists, the “ ” icon appears on the display. The
N
display panel lights up orange and the warning triangle
goes off.
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Permanent transmission errors must be eliminated immediately in order to ensure
trouble-free operation of your conference system. Follow the steps for error elimi-
check if other electronic devices in the proximity of the conference system might
cause the errors.
ꢀ
You can manually reset the “ ” icon behind “Error Indication” to the default icon
☺
The error counter (“Break Counter”) incrementally counts all errors and changes in
the conference system (e.g. added conference units). Based on the changes of the
counter’s counts, you can conclude on the error source (e.g. if the counter rapidly
increments when you wiggle the cable, this indicates a faulty cable).
Performing a manual self-test –
“Start Self-Test”
Diagnostics
Start Self-Test
Yes
No
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
Temperature
Bus Statistics
Start Self-Test
Start Self-Test
No
No
Select and call up
the “Start Self-Test”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; apply the
setting
Select and call up the
“Diagnostics” submenu
If the central unit detects errors after switch-on or during operation:
̈ Perform a manual self-test by selecting “Yes” in the “Start Self-Test” menu
item. The conference is interrupted.
The central unit now checks if a reported error still occurs. If the error is elimi-
nated, the corresponding error icon goes off after the self-test. If the error
icon is still displayed, you have to take further steps to eliminate the error
Always perform the self-test after you have eliminated the reported
errors.
Resetting the error counter –
“Reset Break Indication”
Diagnostics
Reset Break Indication
Yes
No
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
Bus Statistics
Start Self Test
Reset Break Indication
Select and call up the
“Reset Break Indication”
menu item
Select and call up the
Select the desired
“Diagnostics” submenu
setting; apply the setting
Possible settings: “Yes” or “No”
This menu item allows you to reset the error counter (“Break Count”) in the “Bus
Resetting the display of
data bus errors –
“Reset Error Indication”
Diagnostics
Reset Error Indication
Yes
No
Main Menu
System
Diagnostics
Start Self Test
Reset Break indication
Reset Error Indication
Select and call up
the “Reset Error
Select the desired
setting; apply the
setting
Select and call up the
“Diagnostics” submenu
Indication” menu item
Possible settings: “Yes” or “No”
This menu item allows you to manually reset the display of data bus errors (“Error
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order to make sure that the error is eliminated.
After a successful self-test, the error icons go off and the display of data
bus errors is automatically reset to default.
Displaying the hardware and software version – “Versions” submenu
Main Menu
Conference
Audio
System
Versions
Hardware Version Info
Software Version Info
Ports
Diagnostics
Versions
System
No
No
Select and call up the
“System” submenu
Select and call up the
“Versions” submenu
The “Versions”
submenu appears
The “Versions” menu item provides information on your hardware and software
versions.
Information on firmware updates for your conference system is available from
your Sennheiser partner or from the download area on our website at
www.sennheiser.com.
Displaying the hardware version –
“Hardware Version Info”
Versions
Hardware Version Info
Software Version Info
Hardware Version Info
Main Menu
System
Versions
DU/PU:
CU SB:
1
1
No
No
Select and call up
View the information;
exit the menu item
Select and call up the
“Versions” submenu
the “Hardware Version
Info” menu item
Displaying the software version –
“Software Version Info”
Versions
Hardware Version Info
Software Version Info
Software Version Info
Main Menu
System
DU/PU:
CU SB:
CU Main:
0.1.1.5
1.0.0.0
1.0.0.0
Versions
No
No
Select and call up
the “Software Version
Info” menu item
Select and call up the
“Versions” submenu
View the information;
exit the menu item
Adjusting the language – “Language”
Via the “Language” menu item, you can adjust the language of the operating
menu:
Main Menu
Audio
Language
English
System
Languages
Deutsch
Nederlands
▪
English
No
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Language” menu item
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Adjusting further settings – “Settings”
Adjusting network settings – “Network” submenu
Main Menu
System
Languages
Settings
Settings
Network
Contrast
Lock
Network
IP Adress Mode
IP Address
Subnet Mask
No
Static IP
Select and call up the
“Network” submenu
The “Network” submenu
appears
Select and call up the
“Settings” submenu
The “Network” submenu allows you to set the IP address allocation mode, the IP
address and the subnet mask.
For detailed information on network settings, refer to the chapter “Preparing the
Setting the IP address allocation
mode – “IP Address Mode”
Network
IP Address Mode
IP Address
IP Address Mode
Static IP
Dynamic IP
Main Menu
Settings
Network
Subnet Mask
Static IP
Static IP
Select and call up
Select the desired
setting;
Select and call up the
“Network” submenu
the “IP Address Mode”
menu item
store the setting
Possible settings: “Static IP” and “Dynamic IP”
By selecting “Static IP”, you gain access to the “IP Address” and “Subnet
Mask” submenus (see the following sections).
Setting a static IP address –
“IP Address”
Network
IP Address
Main Menu
Settings
Network
IP Mode
IP Address
Subnet Mask
10 . 49 . 68 . 179
10.49.68.179
10.49.68.179
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Network” submenu
Select and call up the
“IP Address” menu item
Setting a static subnet mask –
“Subnet Mask”
Network
Subnet Mask
Main Menu
Settings
IP Mode
IP Address
Subnet Mask
255.255.0.0
255 . 255 . 0 . 0
Network
255.255.0.0
Select and call up
the “Subnet Mask”
menu item
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Network” submenu
Adjusting the contrast of the display panel – “Contrast”
Main Menu
System
Languages
Settings
Settings
Network
Contrast
Lock
Contrast
10
09
09
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Contrast” menu item
Select and call up the
“Settings” submenu
You can adjust the contrast of the display panel in 15 steps.
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Activating the lock mode – “Lock”
Main Menu
System
Languages
Settings
Settings
Network
Contrast
Lock
Lock
On
Off
Select the desired
setting; store the
setting
Select and call up the
“Settings” submenu
Select and call up the
“Lock” menu item
When you activate the lock mode, you are automatically returned to the standard
Restoring the factory default settings – “Restore Factory Defaults”
Main Menu
System
Languages
Settings
Settings
Restore Factory Defaults
Yes
No
Contrast
Lock
Restore Factory Defaults
Select and call up the
“Restore Factory
Select the desired
setting; apply the
setting
Select and call up the
“Settings” submenu
Defaults” menu item
The “Restore Factory Defaults” menu item allows you to restore the factory default
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Running a conference
The character of your conference (i.e. the conditions under which the participants
can take the floor or are granted speaking privileges) depends on the settings of
Possible settings: “Direct Access”, “Override” and “Request”.
•
“Direct Access” mode and “Override” mode:
These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairman unit.
If the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously
(“Microphone Limit”) has not been reached, a further speaker can take the
floor immediately.
Situation The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor
simultaneously (“Microphone Limit”) has been reached.
Event
A further speaker presses the microphone key on his or her
conference unit.
Behavior In “Direct Access” mode:
The speaker has to wait until one of the current speakers passes
on or loses his or her speaking privileges. He or she is then auto-
matically granted speaking privileges.
In “Override” mode:
The speaker can take the floor immediately. The speaker with
the longest speaking time loses his or her speaking privileges.
•
“Request” mode:
For this mode to function, a chairman unit is required.
In “Request” mode, the chairman receives requests to speak and grants
speaking privileges according to the FIFO principle (First In – First Out), i.e. the
speaker with the longest waiting time is granted speaking privileges.
Situation The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached
(“Request Limit”).
Event
A further speaker makes a request to speak.
Behavior The speaker can only make a request to speak if the maximum
number of requests to speak drops below the specified limit
value.
You can control the conference either via chairman units (see the
following chapters) or via the “Conference Manager” software (see
page 49).
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Operating a delegate unit
Taking the floor/Making a request to speak
•
•
take the floor immediately or
make a request to speak.
You then have to wait until the chairman activates your microphone.
If the conference mode is set so that you can take the floor immediately (“Direct
¶
̈ Press the microphone key
.
Your microphone is activated and you can take the floor immediately.
·
º
·
The microphone LED
and the signal light ring
light up red. The
¾
loudspeaker
is muted. Depending on the conference mode and the micro-
phone limit set, the microphone of the previous speaker will be deactivated.
º
If the conference mode is set so that you first have to make a request to speak
¶
̈ Press the microphone key
.
¶
Your request to speak is added to the request-to-speak list.
º
·
– the microphone LED
or
flashes green and the signal light ring
flashes red
º
– only the microphone LED
flashes green.
When the chairman grants you speaking privileges, your microphone is acti-
º
·
vated. The microphone LED
and the signal light ring
light up red. The
¾
loudspeaker
is muted. Depending on the conference mode and the micro-
phone limit set, the microphone of the previous speaker will be deactivated.
With a chairman unit, you can take the floor at any time, without first
having to be granted speaking privileges.
If you are using delegate units only, you can only choose conference
modes where speaking privileges do not have to be granted by a
tively, you can use the “Conference Manager” software to control the
Deactivating the microphone/Cancelling a request to speak
To deactivate the microphone when you have finished speaking or to cancel a
request to speak:
¶
̈ Press the microphone key
once more.
º
·
The microphone LED
and the signal light ring
go off.
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Connecting headphones
You can connect mono or stereo headphones to the conference unit to listen to the
floor channel. The headphone volume can be individually adjusted on the confer-
ence unit.
»
̈ Connect headphones with a 3.5 mm jack plug to the headphone socket
.
»
Setting the headphone volume
CAUTION Hearing damage due to high volumes!
Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to perma-
nent hearing defects.
̈ Inform the conference participants about this fact.
̈ Set the volume to a medium level.
̈ Do not continuously expose yourself and other conference partic-
ipants to high volumes.
̈ Put the headphones on.
To set the volume:
ᕦ
̈ Turn the headphone volume control
– to the right to increase the volume or
– to the left to reduce the volume.
At switch-off, the headphone volume is reset to a medium level.
The volume of the conference units’ loudspeakers can be set via the
central unit (see page 48).
Vol
-
ᕦ
Vol
+
Operating a chairman unit
Beside the chairman functions, chairman units offer the same functions as dele-
With a chairman unit, you can take the floor at any time.
If your conference system comprises several chairman units, all chairman
units have equal rights.
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Granting speaking privileges
If – in “Request” mode – a participant presses the microphone key on his or her
delegate unit, he or she makes a request to speak. All participants who have made
a request to speak will join a request-to-speak list.
º
·
•
•
the microphone LED
flashes green and the signal light ring
flashes red or
ᕢ
º
only the microphone LED
flashes green.
ᕨ
To grant speaking privileges to the next participant from the request-to-speak list:
´
̈ Press the NEXT key
.
The next participant from the request-to-speak list is granted speaking privi-
leges.
If you are using the “Conference Manager” software, you can also
ᕥ
Ending a conference or withdrawing speaking privileges (cancel function)
•
All LEDs go off and the delegate units are deactivated. A request-to-speak list,
if available, is cleared.
•
All currently active delegate units are deactivated. All requests to speak are
retained.
¿
̈ Briefly press the priority key
.
The conference system behaves as set.
If you are using the “Conference Manager” software, you can also
ᕤ
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Muting all delegate units temporarily (priority function)
Using the priority function, the chairman can interrupt a discussion at any time.
The speaking privileges of all chairman units remain active at any time.
¿
̈ Keep the priority key
pressed for as long as you want to mute the confer-
ence units.
All conference units – except for the chairman units – are muted immediately.
·
º
·
The microphone LED
and the signal light ring
of the previously active
conference units flash red. You can take the floor immediately. The microphone
º
·
LED
and the signal light ring
of your chairman unit light up red.
¿
̈ Release the priority key
.
The muting of the conference units is canceled. The discussion is continued.
¿
º
Setting the volume of the conference units’ built-in
loudspeakers
You can set the volume of the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers via the jog
Direct Access
H
dial on the central unit. The standard display
setting.
displays the current volume
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CAUTION Danger of hearing damage due to loud hissing!
Units: 30
When the floor channel volume is set to a high level or when several
participants speak simultaneously, feedback noise (loud hissing) can
occur. This can cause hearing damage.
N
page 101).
̈ Make sure that the “Audio Gain Reduction” function is activated
phone by the selected level and thus prevents feedback noise.
̈ Increase the distance between the individual conference units to
at least 50 cm.
̈ Turn the jog dial
– to the right to increase the volume or
– to the left to reduce the volume.
The volume of the conference units’ loudspeakers can also be set via
Manager” software (see page 93).
Adding conference units to the conference system
during operation
You can add conference units to the conference system during operation.
When adding conference units to the conference system, observe the
maximum number of conference units in order to ensure safe operation
All delegate units are ready for immediate use. The chairman units have to be
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Using the “Conference Manager”
software
Possibilities of usage of the software and the conference
system
The “Conference Manager” software allows you to conveniently manage and
control the conference system. With the software, you can plan and graphically
simulate conferences. Various configurations can be saved and thus be reused for
other scenarios. In addition, you can use the software to control conferences.
Conference rooms and conference participants are represented graphically,
allowing you to keep track of and securely manage your conferences.
Hardware platforms for the software
The “Conference Manager” software can be run in two different ways:
Using the software preinstalled on
the central unit
The software is preinstalled on the central unit. In order to be able to use the
software, you have to connect a screen, mouse and keyboard directly to the central
Using the software on a Windows PC
Alternatively, you can install the software on a Windows PC. You then have to inte-
grate the PC together with the central unit in a network (see “Preparing the
“Setup” and “Live” operating mode
Planning and
simulating conferences –
“Setup” operating mode
In “Setup” operating mode, you can plan, configure and simulate conference situ-
ations. The software allows you to easily plan your conference by simulating a
conference room, e.g. using lines, colors and photos. You can realistically simulate
room situations, manage the names of the conference participants and assign
these names to individual conference units. All conference settings can be adjusted
and saved via the “Conference Manager” software. These settings can then be used
in “Live” operating mode.
Controlling conferences via the
software – “Live” operating mode
In “Live” operating mode, you can control a conference from your screen. For
controlling the conference, you can choose between two views: “Room View” and
“Delegate View”. You can see at a glance which delegates are currently speaking
and which have made a request to speak and you can activate or deactivate indi-
vidual conference units just with a mouse click.
Establishing a connection between the software and the conference system
In order to be able to control a conference via the “Conference Manager” software,
you have to connect the software to the conference system. If you are using a
networked Windows PC, you can select different central units in the network. The
software preinstalled on a central unit can only be connected to its central unit.
If you want to preconfigure a conference system, you can also use the “Conference
Manager” software if there is no connection to the central unit.
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Using the “Conference Manager” software
The following overview shows the functions that are available depending on the
connections status:
“Disconnected”
“Connected”
– not connected
– connected to the central unit
to the central unit
“Setup” operating mode
“Setup” operating mode “Live” operating mode
• Room View window
can be edited
• Delegate View
window can be
edited
• Room View window
can be edited
• Delegate View
window can be
edited
• Configuration can
be edited
• Conference units
can be initialized
• Conference control
via Room View
window
• Conference control
via Delegate View
window
• Configuration can
be edited
• Configuration
can be edited
Preparing the central unit’s integrated software for use
Connecting and configuring the screen, mouse, and keyboard
To optimally use the screen, mouse, and keyboard, you have to configure the
devices one time:
̈ Adjust the setting for the screen, mouse, and keyboard to your needs (see
page 63).
Preparing the Windows version of the software for use
System requirements
Component
Processor
Requirement
Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP, 2 GHz or more
Min. 512 MB
RAM
Hard disk
Min. 150 MB free hard disk memory
CD ROM or DVD ROM
Drives
Interfaces/network
TCP/IP internet protocol
Screen
Ethernet 100 MBit/s
Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4)
Minimum resolution: 800 x 600 pixels
Recommended: 1024 x 768 pixels
Operating system
Microsoft Windows XP Professional with SP 2
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows 7
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Installing the “Conference Manager” software
̈ Start the “ADNSetup.exe” file in the “Conference Manager” folder on the
enclosed CD ROM.
A confirmation prompt appears:
̈ Click the “Next” button.
A selection window appears:
̈ Make sure that the “ADN Conference Manager (local)” check box is ticked.
̈ Click the “Next” button.
A summary of the installation settings is displayed:
̈ Confirm this summary by clicking the “Install” button.
The installation starts.
̈ Follow the instructions of the Installation Wizard.
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Using the “Conference Manager” software
Adjusting the network settings
To enable communication between the central unit and the Windows PC:
̈ Make sure that the network communication between the central unit and the
Windows PC is not blocked by a proxy server and/or a firewall.
Ports 53248, 53249, 53250, 53251 are used for communication and port 21 is
used for FTP transfer.
̈ Ask your system administrator if a static IP address is to be used or if the IP
address is to be allocated dynamically.
If you have to use a static IP address, ask for the subnet mask and the standard
gateway.
̈ Use the information provided by your system administrator to adjust the
network settings of your central unit. Proceed as described under b) in the
If you have to make the decision whether to use static or dynamic IP addressing,
proceed as follows:
If the central unit is directly connected to a Windows PC, we recommend
dynamic IP address allocation. Adjust the network settings of the PC and
The devices automatically detect whether IP address allocation is via
DHCP or Zero Configuration Networking (Zeroconf). This process can take
several minutes.
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
̈ Click “Start” and then select “Control Panel”.
ባ
ባ
ባ
The “Control Panel” window appears.
̈ Double click “Network and Internet ̈ Click “View network status and ̈ Click “View network status and
Connections”:
tasks”:
tasks”:
The “Network and Internet connec-
tions” window appears.
The “Network and Sharing Center”
window appears.
The “Network and Sharing Center”
window appears.
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Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
̈ Click “Network Connections” in the ̈ Click “Manage network connec- ̈ Click “Change adapter settings” in
right column:
tions” in the left column:
the left column:
The “Network Connections” window
appears.
The “Network Connections” window
appears.
The “Network Connections” window
appears.
̈ Double-click “Local Area Connec- ̈ Double-click “Local Area Connec- ̈ Double-click “Local Area Connec-
tion”:
tion”:
tion”:
The “Local Area Connection Status”
window appears.
The “Local Area Connection Proper-
ties” window appears.
The “Local Area Connection Status”
window appears.
̈ Click the “Properties” button:
̈ Click the “Properties” button:
̈ Click the “Properties” button:
The “Local Area Connection Proper-
ties” window appears.
The “Local Area Connection Proper-
ties” window appears.
The “Local Area Connection Proper-
ties” window appears.
̈ In the “This connection uses the ̈ In the “This connection uses the ̈ In the “This connection uses the
following items” box, scroll to the
bottom.
following items” box, double-click
“Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/
IPv4)”.
following items” box, double-click
“Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/
IPv4)”.
̈ Double-click “Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)”.
The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.
Here you can see whether the Windows PC is assigned a static or dynamic IP address. Adjust your central unit as follows:
a) The Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address in the network:
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Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Settings to be adjusted via the central unit (see page 42):
Main Menu
Settings
Network
IP Mode
̈ On the central unit, call up the “IP Mode” menu item.
̈ Select “Dynamic IP”.
The central unit is automatically integrated in the network and no further steps have to be taken.
b) The Windows PC is assigned a static IP address in the network:
Settings to be adjusted via the central unit (see page 42):
̈ On the central unit, call up the “IP Mode” menu item.
Main Menu
Settings
Network
IP Mode
̈ Select “Static IP”.
̈ Determine the network part of the IP address of the Windows PC and note it down:
network part
192 . 168 .
1
. 145
device part
In this example, the network part is “192.168.1”.
̈ On the central unit, call up the “IP-Address” menu item:
Main Menu
Settings
Network
IP Address
̈ Set the network part of the IP address to the value retrieved from your Windows PC.
̈ Set the device part (the last three digits) of the IP address to a value (“1” - “254”) that is neither used by your PC nor
by another computer in your network (in this example, the device part must not be “145”).
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Starting/exiting the software
The central unit’s integrated software
To start the central unit’s integrated software:
̈ Switch on the central unit and the connected screen.
The “Conference Manager” software is started in “Setup” operating mode and
the Room View window is displayed. The “Open” window appears in the fore-
ground.
If the screen connected to the central unit does not show anything, it may
be that the screen resolution is set too high. In this case, reset the screen
resolution:
̈ Press the key combination “CTRL” + “SHIFT” + “F1”.
The screen resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels.
To exit the software:
̈ Switch off the central unit.
The Windows version of the software
To start the software:
̈ Double-click the program icon on the desktop.
Or:
̈ Click “Start” > “All Programs” > “Sennheiser” > “ADN” > “SENNHEISER
Conference Manager”.
The “Conference Manager” software is started in “Setup” operating mode and
the Room View window is displayed. The “Open” window appears in the fore-
ground.
To exit the software:
̈ Click the
button on the toolbar.
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Getting to know and adjusting the basic features of the
software
Overview of the software
The main application window of the “Conference Manager” software consists of
permanently visible elements and on views that depend on the operating mode.
The following diagram shows the Windows version of the “Conference Manager”
software:
c
a
b
d
f
e
Menu bar
a
b
c
d
e
f
Buttons for selecting the views
Toolbar
Library panels
Buttons for selecting the operating mode
Views
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Menu bar
Menu
Submenu
Function
Page
Global Menu New
Conference
Creates a new configuration
Open
Conference ...
Loads an existing configuration
Deletes and existing configuration
Closes the current configuration
Delete
Conference
Close
Save
Saves the current configuration
(locally or on the central unit)
Save as ...
Saves the current configuration under
a different file name
(locally or on the central unit)
Connect/
Disconnect
Establishes a connection to the central
unit/disconnects a connection
Autoload ...
Automatically loads the central unit’s
configuration at startup
*
Exits the software
Exit
Edit
Undo
Redo
Cut
Reverses the last Undo action
Cuts an object and pastes it to the
clipboard
Copy
Copies an object to the clipboard
Pastes an object from the clipboard
Deletes an object
Paste
Delete
Step to back Moves the object one level to the back
Step to front Moves the object one level to the front
Select All
Selects all objects
Full Screen*
Settings
Conference
Settings ...
Opens the conference settings
Audio
Opens the audio settings
Settings ...
Language
Adjusts the language
Set
Sets the password protection
Password ...
Network
Opens the network settings
Re-init
Re-initializes the conference units
Conference
Restore
Factory
Settings
the software
System
Properties
mouse and keyboard
**
Help
Help ...
Starts the help function
–
–
About ...
Displays the current software version
*
only visible when you are using the Windows version of the software
** only visible when you are using the central unit’s integrated software
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Alternatively, you can also use the keyboard shortcuts listed next to the
commands.
b
Buttons for selecting the views
Button Function
Changes to the Room View window where you can
configure and/or control the conference system via a
graphical interface.
The Room View window changes depending on whether
Changes to the Delegate View window where you can create
a delegate list and control the conference by means of the
list.
The Delegate View window changes depending on whether
c
Toolbar
Button
Function
Displays the status of the central unit’s lock mode
“Device Unlocked”
“Device Locked”
Displays the connection status between the central unit and
“Device Unconnected”
“Device Connected”
Displays detected errors and opens the event log
“Event Log”
“Errors detected”
*
*
only available in the Windows version of the software
e
Buttons for selecting the operating mode
Button
Function
Sets the “Setup” operating mode which allows you to
The button is highlighted in blue. The Room View window
and the Delegate View window change their appearance in
accordance with the selected operating mode.
Sets the “Live” operating mode which allows you to control
The button is highlighted in red. The Room View window
and the Delegate View window change their appearance in
accordance with the selected operating mode.
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Selecting operating modes and views
In “Setup” and “Live” operating mode, you can switch between the Room View
window and the Delegate View window.
Views of the software depending on the operating mode
“Setup” operating mode
“Live” operating mode
Button for selecting the
“Setup” operating mode
Button for selecting the
“Live” operating mode
View buttons
View buttons
Room View window
Delegate View window
Room View window
Delegate View window
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Selecting the
̈ Click the “Setup” button.
“Setup” operating mode
The software changes to “Setup” operating mode and the “Setup” button is
highlighted in blue.
To display the Room View window:
̈ Click the Room View button
.
To display the Delegate View window:
̈ Click the Delegate View button
.
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Adjusting the Room View window and the Delegate View window to your needs
You can adjust the Room View window and the Delegate View window to your
needs. The library panels can be hidden or shown and can be changed in size.
Changes to the View windows are not automatically saved and are reset to the
factory default settings when the software is exited.
Hiding, showing and resizing
the library panels
Library panels that show the or icon can be minimized and maximized:
The header of a library panel is always displayed.
To hide a library panel:
̈ Click the or icon in the header of the library panel that you want to hide.
To show a library panel:
̈ Click the or icon in the header of the library panel that you want to show.
To change the size of a library panel:
̈ Move over the or
icon between the library panels.
The mouse pointer becomes the resize tool
.
̈ Adjust the size of the library panel as needed.
The
and the
icons display if the “Equipment”, “Images” or
“Microphone Unit(s)” library panel is locked ( ) or unlocked (
)
Adjusting the column width of the
delegate list
To change the column width of the delegate list:
̈ Move the mouse pointer over the header of the delegate list.
The mouse pointer becomes the resize tool
.
̈ Adjust the column width as needed.
A double-click automatically adjusts the column width to fit the contents.
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Using the full screen mode of the
Windows software
̈ In the menu bar, click “Edit” > “Full Screen”.
The full screen mode of the software is activated/deactivated.
Adjusting the screen, mouse, and keyboard settings and the date/time setting of
*
the central unit
̈ In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “System Properties”.
The “System Properties” window appears.
To adjust the screen settings:
̈ Select the desired value from the drop-down list in the “Screen Resolution”
box.
The screen resolution should be at least 800 x 600 pixels (recommended:
1024 x 762 or 1280 x 1024 pixels).
Screen resolutions and refresh rates are automatically adapted to the
connected screen so that you can always select the optimum settings for
e.g. flat screen monitors or video projectors. It might be necessary to
restart the central unit in order to be able to select the optimum settings
for your screen.
If the screen connected to the central unit does not show anything, it may be that
the screen resolution is set too high. In this case, reset the screen resolution:
̈ Press the key combination “CTRL” + “SHIFT” + “F1”.
The screen resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels.
To adjust the mouse pointer speed:
̈ In the “Mouse Speed” box, move the slider to
– “Slow” to reduce the pointer speed or to
– “Fast” to increase the pointer speed.
To adjust to keyboard layout to the central unit (e.g. cyrillic keyboard layout):
̈ Select the desired value from the drop-down list in the “Keyboard Layout” box.
To adjust the date and time of the central unit:
̈ Highlight the individual digits in the “Local Time” box.
̈ Enter the date and time via the keyboard or click the
buttons to increase or
reduce the highlighted digits.
̈ Click “OK”.
The settings are saved and the “System Properties” windows closes.
* only if you are using the central unit’s integrated software
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The “Disk Space” box in the “System Properties” window provides infor-
mation on the free memory available on the central unit.
Selecting the language
̈ In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Language”.
A list with the available languages appears.
̈ Click the desired language.
The language of the software is changed.
Using a password
You can use a password to protect existing configurations against unauthorized
change. This means that all settings adjusted in “Setup” operating mode are
locked. However, password-protected configurations can be used in “Live” mode
and settings can be adjusted.
Protecting configurations with a
password and changing a password
̈ In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Set Password...”.
The “Set Password” window appears.
To enter a new password:
̈ Leave the “Old Password” field empty.
To change an existing password:
̈ Enter the existing password into the “Old Password” field.
̈ Enter the new password into the “New Password” and “Confirm new Password”
fields.
The password can consist of up to 16 characters.
If you do not want to use a password, leave the “New Password” and
“Confirm new Password” fields empty.
̈ Click “OK”.
The new password is saved and the configuration is password-protected.
Before any changes to the configuration are accepted, you are prompted to
enter the password set.
The master key combination allows you to unlock password-protected
configurations:
̈ Press the key combination “CTRL” + “SHIFT” + “F10”.
An existing password is deleted.
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Adjusting network settings
If you make changes to the settings in the “Network Settings” window,
an existing network connection can be lost!
̈ In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Network...”.
The “Network Settings” window appears.
To automatically integrate the central unit in a network using a dynamic IP address:
̈ Select the “Obtain an IP Address automatically” option button.
̈ Click “OK”.
The setting is applied and the “IP Address” and “Subnet mask” fields display
the automatically assigned addresses.
To manually integrate the central unit in a network using a static IP address:
̈ Select the “Use the following IP Address” option button.
̈ Enter the desired IP address into the “IP address” field.
̈ Enter the desired subnet mask address into the“Subnet mask” field.
̈ Click “OK”.
The setting is applied.
For further information on the network configuration of the conference
Loading the factory default settings
̈ In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Restore Factory Settings”.
All software settings are reset to default.
If the screen connected to the central unit does not show anything, it may
be that the screen resolution is set too high. In this case, reset the screen
resolution:
̈ Press the key combination “CTRL” + “SHIFT” + “F1”.
The screen resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels.
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Connecting the software to the central unit
To connect the “Conference Manager” software to the central unit:
The “Open” window appears.
̈ Click “Connect”.
Or:
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Connect ...”.
The “Connect to CU” window appears, showing a list of available central units.
̈ Select the desired central unit.
•
The “Connect” button is also available in other program windows. Its
function is always to connect the “Conference Manager” software to
the central unit.
•
The Windows version of the software allows you to select different
central units in the network. The central unit’s integrated software
can only be connected to its own central unit.
̈ Click “OK”.
The software is connected to the selected central unit. The “Device Connected”
icon appears on the toolbar.
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Eliminating connection problems
If no connection to the central unit can be established or if the configuration cannot
be found, an error message appears.
*
̈ If necessary, disconnect an existing connection to the central unit in order to
establish a new connection (see next section).
̈ Click “Retry”.
Disconnecting the connection to the central unit
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Disconnect”.
A confirmation prompt appears.
̈ Click “OK”.
The connection to the central unit is disconnected. If necessary, the software
changes to “Setup” operating mode.
Creating a new configuration
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “New Conference Document”.
The “Open” window appears.
̈ Select the “New Conference Document” option button.
̈ Click “OK”.
A new configuration is created. The software changes to “Setup” operating
* only if you are using the Windows version of the software
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̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Open Conference”.
The “Open” window appears.
types of configurations:
Loading a configuration ...
Actions
*
... of an active (running)
conference (“Active
Conference Document”)
To load your configuration in “Live“ operating
mode:
̈ Select the “Open Active Conference Docu-
ment from CU” option button.
̈ Click “OK”.
**
To select the operating mode (“Setup” or
“Live”) in which the configuration is to be loaded:
̈ Select the “Open Conference Document from
CU” option button.
̈ Select the configuration of an active confer-
ence (marked with an asterisk “*”) from the
drop-down list.
̈ Select the operating mode (“Setup” or
“Live”) and click “OK”.
... of a non-active conference To select the operating mode (“Setup” or “Live”)
(“Conference Document”)
in which the configuration is to be loaded:
̈ Select the “Open Conference Document from
CU” option button.
̈ Select the configuration of a non-active
conference (not marked with an asterisk “*”)
from the drop-down list.
̈ Select the operating mode (“Setup” or
“Live”) and click “OK”.
... of a conference saved
locally on the hard disk
(“Open Local Conference
̈ Select the “Open Local Conference Docu-
ment” option button.
̈ Click “OK” and select the desired configura-
tion from the “Open Conference” file selec-
tion dialog box (file extension “*.adn”).
***
Document”)
̈ Click “OK”.
The conference is loaded in “Setup” oper-
ating mode.
*
After loading a configuration, the conference automatically starts in “Live” operating
mode. Also observe the information on page 69.
** In “Setup” operating mode, you can adapt existing configurations to your needs.
*** Only available if you are using the Windows version of the software – even if there is no
connection to a central unit.
If you open a configuration in “Setup” operating mode, the password set
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Activating/deactivating automatic loading of a configuration
To automatically load a saved configuration at startup of the conference system:
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Autoload”.
The “Autoload Properties” window appears.
̈ Select the “Enable Autoload” option button.
̈ Select the desired configuration from the drop-down list.
̈ Click “OK”.
At the next startup of the conference system, the selected configuration is
automatically loaded in “Live” operating mode.
To deactivate automatic loading of a configuration:
̈ Select the “Disable Autoload” option button.
̈ Click “OK”.
Saving a configuration
You can save any number of configurations on either the central unit or locally on
the connected Windows PC.
To save a newly created configuration on the central unit:
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Save”.
The “Save Conference” window appears.
̈ Select the “Save Conference Document on CU” option button.
̈ Enter a file name into the drop-down list box.
̈ Click “OK”.
The file is saved on the central unit.
You can click “Global Menu“ > “Save” to save a configuration that already has a file
name; there is no further query.
Settings made in “Live” operating mode or via the central unit’s oper-
ating menu are immediately saved to the current configuration.
To protect your configuration, we recommend that you save it under a
different file name before changing to “Live” operating mode:
̈ Make sure that the software is connected to the central unit (see
page 66).
̈ Load the active configuration in “Setup” operating mode (marked
This configuration contains the last settings used.
̈ Save the configuration under a different file name (see above).
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To save a newly created configuration on the hard disk of the Windows PC:
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Save”.
The “Save Conference” window appears.
̈ Select the “Save as Local Conference Document” option button.
̈ Click “OK”.
The “Save conference” window appears.
̈ Select the desired storage location.
̈ Enter a new file name into the “File name” field.
̈ Click “Save”.
The file is saved.
•
•
By default, the configurations are saved in the “My Documents/ADN/
Conference Files” folder.
You can click “Global Menu” > “Save” to save a configuration that
already has a file name; there is no further query.
Saving a configuration under a
different file name
To save the current configuration under a different file name:
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Save as ...”.
The “Save Conference” window appears.
Closing a configuration
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Close”.
The configuration is closed.
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Deleting a configuration from the central unit
̈ In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Delete”.
The “Delete Conference” window appears.
̈ Select a configuration.
̈ Click “OK”.
After a confirmation prompt, the selected file is deleted.
Configurations saved on the hard disk of a PC can be deleted using the
Windows Explorer.
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Preparing a conference and mapping a conference room – “Setup” operating mode
In “Setup” operating mode, you can use photos and graphical elements to map a conference room. Using delegate lists, you
can clearly assign conference units to conference participants and then monitor and control your conference.
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̈ Select an object from the “Equipment”, “Images” or “Microphone Unit(s)”
library panels. The selected object is highlighted in blue.
̈ Drag the object onto the canvas.
If the object can be dropped at the current cursor position, the object and the
icon are displayed next to the mouse pointer. If the object cannot be dropped
at the current cursor position, the icon is displayed.
̈ Drop the object at the desired position.
The object is placed on the canvas in standard size.
You can also place rectangles and circles as follows:
̈ Right-click the desired object.
The context menu of graphic objects appears.
̈ Click “Add”.
The object is placed in the center of the canvas.
You can predefine the color and border of the graphic objects so that the
placed objects already have the desired properties (see “Defining fill, line
Creating and positioning a
freeform path
̈ In the “Equipment” library panel, select the Freeform Path tool and place it on
The starting point of the freeform path is set.
̈ Use mouse clicks to add anchor points to the freeform path.
̈ Double-click the last anchor point of the path.
The freeform path is complete.
Placing several objects on the canvas
To place several rectangles or circles on the canvas:
̈ Right-click the desired object.
The context menu of graphic objects appears.
̈ Click “Add Multiple...”.
The “Add Equipment” window appears.
̈ Enter the desired number of rectangles or circles into the “Number of Tables”
field.
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̈ Select the shape of the rectangles or circles from the “Proportion of Table”
drop-down list.
The thumbnail displays the selected shape.
̈ Click “OK”.
The desired number of rectangles or circles is placed on the canvas.
Newly placed objects can cover existing objects. In this case, change the
Moving graphic objects
̈ Select the desired object on the canvas.
The object appears with a bounding box (dotted line) around it. Objects that
̈ Move the object to the desired position.
If you want to move several objects simultaneously, position the mouse
pointer on the canvas, then click and hold down the left mouse button
while you draw a box around the objects to be moved. Alternatively, hold
down the “CTRL” key and click the desired objects one after the other.
You can also select all objects on the canvas by clicking “Edit” > “Select
all” in the menu bar (or by pressing the key combination “CTRL” + “a”).
To resize rectangles, circles, lines or paths:
Resizing graphic objects
̈ Select the desired object on the canvas.
The object appears with a bounding box (dotted line) and bounding box
handles around it.
̈ Place the mouse pointer on the desired bounding box handle.
The mouse pointer changes to a hand icon.
̈ Resize the object as needed.
Rotating objects
̈ Select the desired object on the canvas.
The selected object is outlined with a dotted line. The “Form” box appears.
̈ Select the desired rotation angle from the “Angle” drop-down list.
Or:
̈ Enter the desired rotation angle into the “Angle” drop-down list box.
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Defining fill, line and
border attributes
Please note when defining fill, line and border attributes:
If you select an object in the library panel and then define fill, line and border attri-
butes, the defined attributes apply to all newly created objects of this type.
If you select an object already placed on the canvas and then define fill, line and
border attributes, the defined attributes only apply to the selected object on the
canvas.
Defining the fill color
To define the fill color:
̈ Select the object.
̈ Click the “Fill” button.
The list of colors appears.
̈ Select a standard color.
Or:
̈ Click the
button.
The “Select color” window appears.
̈ Select an individual color.
̈ Click “OK”.
The fill color is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created objects
(see above).
To add an individual color to the list of standard colors:
̈ Select the desired color in the “Select color” window.
̈ Click “Add to Custom Colors”.
The color is added to the list of standard colors.
Changing the line and border style
and color
To define the line or border style:
̈ Select the object.
̈ Click on the “Line” drop-down list.
The list of available line styles appears.
̈ Select a line type.
The line style is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created objects
(see above).
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To define the line color:
̈ Select the object.
̈ Click the “Color” button.
̈ Select a standard color.
Or:
̈ Click the
.
The “Select color” window appears.
̈ Select a color.
̈ Click “OK”.
The line or border color is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created
Placing text on the canvas
Changing the font type
̈ Select the “Text” Text Object tool in the “Equipment” library panel and drag it
onto the canvas.
The text object is placed on the canvas.
̈ Double-click the text object.
̈ Enter the desired text.
̈ Select the desired text object on the canvas.
The text object appears with a bounding box (dotted line) around it. The “Font”
box appears.
̈ Select the desired font from the “Font” drop-down list.
The font of the text object is changed.
If a configuration file uses a font not installed on the central unit, this
font is automatically replaced with the “Microsoft Sans Serif” font.
Changing the font size
̈ Select the desired text object on the canvas.
The text object appears with a bounding box (dotted line) and bounding box
handles around it.
̈ Place the mouse pointer on the desired bounding box handle.
The mouse pointer changes to a hand icon.
̈ Drag the bounding box handle to resize the font size.
Using image files
To particularly realistically simulate the conference situation, you can import image
files of you conference room into the software. You can then position conference
unit icons exactly where the conference participants are seated and you can also
position pictures of the participants or company logos.
Image files can only be imported when you are using the Windows
version of the software (see next page).
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̈ Click the “Room View” button
.
*
To add an image file :
̈ In the “Images” library panel, click “Import...“.
The “Import...” window appears.
̈ Select an image file (file extension: “jpg”, “png” or “bmp”).
̈ Click “OK”.
The selected image file is added to the library. If you save the configuration on
able on the central unit. Image files with a resolution of more than 2048 pixels
in width are automatically reduced to 2048 pixels.
The picture of the conference room should meet the following requirements:
•
•
•
Each seat should be clearly visible.
Each seat should have enough space for a conference unit icon.
Use the perspective on the conference room that the conference manager, e.g.
the chairman, will have.
•
•
If possible, use a bird’s-eye perspective, providing the conference manager
with a good view of the conference room.
Avoid using dark pictures so that the conference unit icons are always clearly
visible on the screen.
Please note that the memory space on the central unit is limited
(approx. 2 GB). To save memory space, delete image files that are no
longer needed.
By default, the image files are saved in the “My Documents/ADN/
Images” folder.
**
To remove image files from the “Images” library panel :
̈ Select an image file.
̈ Click “Remove”.
* only if you are using the Windows version of the software
**only if the library of the current configuration contains image files
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Automatically aligning objects
̈ Hold down the “CTRL” key and select several objects on the canvas using the
mouse.
The objects appear with a bounding box (dotted line). The “Alignment” box
appears.
̈ In the “Alignment” box, click one of the following buttons:
Button
Objects are aligned to the ...
left edge
horizontal center
right edge
top edge
vertical center
bottom edge
The objects are aligned.
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Undoing/redoing actions
̈ Click the Room View button
.
To reverse the last action you performed:
̈ Click the icon.
To reserve the last “undo” action:
̈ Click the icon.
You can undo and redo up to 10 actions.
Copying/pasting/cutting objects
To cut an object and paste it to the clipboard:
̈ Select the object that you want to cut and paste.
̈ Click the icon.
The selected object is cut from the canvas and pasted to the clipboard.
To copy an object to the clipboard:
̈ Select the object that you want to copy.
̈ Click the icon.
The selected object is copied to the clipboard.
To paste an object from the clipboard:
̈ Click the icon.
The object from the clipboard is pasted to the canvas.
To delete an object:
̈ Select the object that you want to delete.
̈ Press the “Del” key.
The selected object is deleted.
Moving objects forwards/backwards
All objects on the canvas are placed on top of each other.
To move an object backwards:
̈ Select an object.
̈ Click the icon.
The selected object is moved backwards.
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To move an object forwards:
̈ Select an object.
̈ Click the icon.
The selected object is moved forwards.
Enlarging the canvas
When a new conference document opens in the Room View window, the canvas is
the large area with the grid pattern. When you reduce the size of the canvas, you
can see that the grid lines of the canvas are surrounded by a white area.
To enlarge the canvas:
̈ Move any objects on the canvas beyond the area of the grid lines.
The canvas is automatically enlarged and adjusted to the new position of the
objects.
When you remove objects from the enlarged area of the canvas, the
canvas is reduced to its normal size.
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Changing the size of the canvas
̈ Click the Room View button
.
To enlarge/reduce the size of the canvas:
̈ Select the desired scaling factor from the “Size” drop-down list.
The size of the canvas is adjusted.
To rotate the contents of the canvas:
̈ Click
or
.
The contents of the canvas is rotated by 90°.
When the contents of the canvas is rotated, the orientation of the text
objects does not change so that the text remains readable.
Using grid lines
̈ Click the Room View button
.
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To show/hide the grid lines:
̈ Tick/untick the “Show” check box.
To adjust the grid size:
̈ Enter the desired grid size (between 1 and 99) into the “Size” fields.
The grid size is adjusted.
To automatically align objects to the grid when you drop them on the canvas:
̈ Tick the “Snap” check box.
If the “Snap” check box is ticked, objects are also aligned to the grid when
the grid is invisible.
To randomly place objects on the canvas:
̈ Untick the “Snap” check box.
All objects can be randomly placed on the canvas.
Locking objects and library panels
You can lock all objects in the “Equipment”, “Images” and “Microphone Unit(s)”
library panels. In doing so, you also lock all objects placed on the canvas so that
they cannot be edited.
̈ Click the Room View button
.
̈ Click the icon in the header of the library panel that you want to lock.
The library panel and the objects are locked (lock icon ). You can no longer
drag objects from the library panel to the canvas or edit objects that are
already placed on the canvas.
To unlock library panels:
̈ Click the icon in the header of the library panel that you want to unlock.
The library panel and the objects are unlocked (lock icon
).
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Managing delegate data
Creating a delegate list
̈ Click the Delegate View button
.
The Delegate View window appears (the screenshot below shows the Windows
version of the software which features the additional buttons “Import” and
“Export”).
̈ Click the “Add...” button.
The “Add Delegate” window appears.
̈ Enter the delegate name into the “Name” field.
̈ Click “OK”.
The “Add Delegate” window closes and the delegate name is displayed in the
“Delegate” column.
Changing a delegate name
̈ Double-click a delegate name.
The “Add Delegate” window appears, displaying the corresponding delegate
name.
̈ Change the name.
̈ Click “OK”.
The “Add Delegate” window closes.
Deleting a delegate name
Exporting a delegate list*
̈ Select a delegate name.
̈ Click the “Remove” button.
The delegate name is deleted from the delegate list.
*
̈ Click the “Export ...” button.
The “Save as ...” window appears.
* only if you are using the Windows version of the software
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̈ Enter a file name.
̈ Select the desired storage location.
̈ Click “OK”.
The window closes and the delegate list is exported as an XML file.
By default, the delegate lists are saved in the “My Documents/ADN/
Delegates Lists” folder.
*
Importing delegate lists*
You can import delegate lists from other configurations:
CAUTION Loss of delegate names
If you import a delegate list, all existing delegate names will be
deleted. This action cannot be reversed.
̈ Export the existing delegate list to save the data for later use
(see above).
̈ Click the “Import...” button.
The “Import Participant Data” window appears.
̈ Select the XML file with the delegate list.
̈ Click “OK”.
The window closes and the delegate names are displayed in the “Delegate”
column.
Initializing the conference units –
“Setup” operating mode
In order to assign the conference units connected to the central unit to the confer-
ence unit icons in the software, you have to initialize the conference units.
By initializing the conference units, you can clearly label the icons and assign them
to certain seats or certain conference participants.
Overview of the conference unit icons
The icons display the current status of the conference units. The icons of chairman
units are marked with a star.
Conference unit icon
Meaning
The icon has not yet been assigned a conference unit.
The conference unit is not ready for operation.
The icon has been assigned a conference unit.
The conference unit is ready for operation.
Placing conference units on the canvas and initializing them
You can automatically or manually place conference units on the canvas and
initialize them.
Automatic placement and
initialization of conference units
̈ Establish a connection between the “Conference Manager” software and the
* only if you are using the Windows version of the software
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̈ Click the Room View button
.
̈ In the “Microphone Unit(s)” library panel, click the “Scan” button.
The conference unit icons are placed on the canvas and initialized in the order
which corresponds to the physical order of connection to the central unit. The
sequential number of the conference units is displayed below the conference
unit icons. The icons of chairman units are marked with a star.
If there are already conference unit icons on the canvas, a confirmation
prompt appears, telling you that these icons will be deleted. If you do not
want to delete these icons, you have to manually place and initialize the
conference units (see next section).
Manual placement of
conference units
To manually place conference units on the canvas, the software must not be
connected to the central unit.
̈ In the “Microphone Unit(s)” library panel, select a delegate unit icon or a
The sequential number of the conference unit is displayed below the icon. As
long as the conference units are not yet initialized, a question mark is displayed
on the icon.
To enable manually placed conference units for use:
̈ Assign each icon on the canvas a conference unit that is connected to the
central unit (see “Starting/stopping initialization of the conference units” on
page 88).
If you only want to select and edit conference unit icons, you can lock the
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Starting/stopping initialization of
the conference units
To start the initialization of the conference units:
̈ Click the “Start Initialization” button and confirm the confirmation prompt
with “OK”.
º
·
The microphone LEDs
and the signal light rings
of the connected confer-
ence units light up red. The conference unit icon with the number “1” is perma-
nently marked with a red circle. All other icons are marked with flashing red
circles.
To assign a conference unit to the conference unit icon which is permanently
marked with a red circle:
¶
̈ Press the microphone key
on the conference unit.
º
·
The microphone LED
and the signal light ring
of the conference unit go
off. The next conference unit icon is permanently marked with a red circle.
·
̈ Repeat this step for the remaining conference units.
º
The initialization process is complete when all conference units are assigned.
You can only assign delegate units to delegate unit icons
and
chairman units to chairman unit icons
.
¶
To stop the initialization of the conference units:
̈ Click the “Stop Initialization” button in the “Microphone Unit(s)” library panel.
The initialization is stopped. All conference units that have not been initialized
are marked with a question mark. If you continue the initialization, you have to
assign all conference units again.
Changing the numbering of
the conference units
To change the numbering of the conference units:
̈ Click the “Resort” button.
The “Resort” button becomes the “Stop Resort” button.
̈ Click the conference unit icons in the desired order.
The numbering of the conference unit icons is changed.
If, during numbering, you realize that you require further conference unit
icons, just place them on the canvas. The numbering process is not inter-
rupted.
To stop the numbering of the conference units:
̈ Click the “Stop Resort”.
The changes made are retained.
To change the numbering of individual conference units:
̈ Select a conference unit icon.
The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the “Microphone Unit”
box appears.
̈ Enter the desired number into the “ID” field.
The number of the conference unit icon is changed and the numbering of the
other conference unit icons is automatically adjusted.
Assigning delegate names to
the conference units
̈ Select a conference unit icon.
The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the “Microphone Unit”
box appears.
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̈ Select the desired name from the “Delegate” drop-down list.
The name is assigned to the conference unit and is displayed below the icon.
The conference unit assigned to the name appears in the “ID” column of the
Delegate View window.
Changing the orientation/visibility
of the icon labeling
You can change the orientation/visibility of numbers and delegate names assigned
to the conference unit icons:
̈ Select a conference unit icon.
The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the “Label Orientation”
box appears.
To change the orientation/visibility of the number:
̈ Select the desired orientation from the “ID” drop-down list.
The number is displayed at the selected side of the icon or is hidden.
To change the orientation/visibility of the delegate name:
̈ Select the desired orientation/visibility from the “Delegate” drop-down list.
The delegate name is displayed at the selected side of the icon or is hidden.
Setting
“Left”
Orientation/visibility
left
“Top”
top
“Right”
“Bottom”
“Hidden”
right
bottom
hidden
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Adjusting the conference settings –
“Setup” operating mode
Adjusting the conference mode
̈ Click the
button on the toolbar.
The “Conference Settings” window appears.
Adjusting the conference mode
̈ Select the desired conference mode from the “Conference Mode” drop-down
list.
Possible settings: “Direct Access”, “Override” and “Request”.
“Direct Access” mode and “Override” mode:
•
These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairman unit.
If the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously
(“Microphone Limit”) has not been reached, a further speaker can take the
floor immediately.
Situation The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor
simultaneously (“Microphone Limit”) has been reached.
Event
A further speaker presses the microphone key on his or her
conference unit.
Behavior In “Direct Access” mode:
The speaker has to wait until one of the current speakers passes
on or loses his or her speaking privileges. He or she is then auto-
matically granted speaking privileges.
In “Override” mode:
The speaker can take the floor immediately. The speaker with
the longest speaking time loses his or her speaking privileges.
•
“Request” mode:
For this mode to function, a chairman unit is required.
In “Request” mode, the chairman receives requests to speak and grants
speaking privileges according to the FIFO principle (First In – First Out), i.e. the
speaker with the longest waiting time is granted speaking privileges.
Situation The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached
(“Request Limit”).
Event
A further speaker makes a request to speak.
Behavior The speaker can only make a request to speak if the maximum
number of requests to speak drops below the specified limit
value.
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Setting the max. number of speakers
who can take the floor
In the “Microphone Limit” field, you can set the max. number of speakers who can
take the floor simultaneously in all conference modes. Please note that any
connected chairman unit is counted against the microphone limit. If you set a
higher value (adjustment range “1” ... “10”) than the one determined by the
number of connected chairman units, the system will reduce the microphone limit
to the maximum possible value (see examples in the table).
simultaneously
Chairman units
Possible “Microphone Limit” values
0
“1” - “10”
“1” - “6”
“0”
4
10
For information on how this setting affects your conference, refer to the previous
section “Adjusting the conference mode”.
Adjustment range: “1” ... “10”
̈ Enter the max. number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously into
the “Microphone Limit” field.
Setting the maximum number of
requests to speak
The setting adjusted in the “Request Limit” field becomes effective only if you are
using a chairman unit (“Request” mode) or if you have selected “Direct Access”
mode.
For information on how this setting affects your conference, refer to the previous
Adjustment range: “0” ... “10”
̈ Enter the max. number of requests to speak into the “Request Limit” field.
Activating/deactivating the flashing
̈ Tick/untick the “Blink on Request” check box.
·
of the signal light ring
when a
Check box
Behavior when a request to speak is made
request to speak is made
is ticked
When a participant makes a request to speak, the
º
microphone LED
flashes green and the signal light
ᕢ
·
ring
flashes red.
is unticked
When a participant makes a request to speak, the
º
microphone LED
flashes green.
ᕨ
Activating/deactivating the
speaking time linit
The “Talk Time Limitation” check box allows you activate/deactivate the speaking
time limit. The duration of the speaking time limit, the advance warning time, and
the activation of an optical warning signal can be set individually.
If you make a new request to speak, the speaking time countdown is
started again.
̈ Tick/untick the “Talk Time Limitation” check box.
Check box
Behavior
is ticked
The speaking time is limited to the time period set.
is unticked
The speaking time is not limited.
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To set the speaking time limit:
̈ Enter the speaking time into the “Talk Time Limit” field.
Adjustment range: “1” ... “60”, adjustable in steps of 1 minute
To set the advance warning time:
̈ Select the desired advance warning time from the “Premonition Time” drop-
down list.
Adjustment range: “00” ... “120”, adjustable in steps of 10 seconds
This setting affects your conference as follows (example):
“Talk Time Limit”
15 (minutes)
(speaking time limit)
“Premonition Time Limit” 60 (seconds)
(advance warning time)
Effect
60 seconds before the speaking time limit expires,
i.e. after 14 minutes in this example, the signal light
·
º
ring
red.
and the microphone LED
start flashing
To determine the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded:
̈ Tick/untick the “Switch off Microphone on Talktime Exceed” check box.
ᕢ
Check box
Behavior of the conference unit when the individual
speaking time is exceeded
is ticked
The individual speaking time is terminated.
·
º
The signal light ring
go off.
and the microphone LED
is unticked
The individual speaking time is continued.
ᕨ
·
º
The signal light ring
and the microphone LED
flash red until the speaker has finished speaking.
Setting the function of the
“All Micros OFF“ button
The “Clear Request List on Cancel” check box allows you to set the function of the
̈ Tick/untick the “Clear Request List on Cancel” check box in the “Conference
Settings” window.
Check box
Function of the “All Micros OFF” button
is ticked
Deactivates all delegate units and clears a request-to-
speak list (if available).
is unticked
Deactivates all currently active delegate units.
All requests to speak are retained.
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Locking/unlocking the central unit’s
operating menu
To protect the central unit’s operating menu against any accidental change of
settings:
̈ In the “Conference Settings” window, select the “Locked” option button behind
“CU Lock Status”.
The central unit’s operating menu is locked. To adjust settings via the operating
To deactivate the lock mode:
̈ Select the “Unlocked” option button behind “CU Lock Status”.
The central unit’s operating menu is unlocked.
Adjusting the audio settings
̈ Click the
button on the toolbar.
The “Audio Settings” window appears.
Setting the volume and the tone color
of the floor channel
CAUTION Danger of hearing damage due to loud hissing!
When the floor channel volume is set to a high level or when several
participants speak simultaneously, feedback noise (loud hissing) can
occur. This can cause hearing damage.
̈ Make sure that the “Audio Gain Reduction” function is activated
This function reduces the gain per active microphone by the
selected level and thus prevents feedback noise.
̈ Increase the distance between the individual conference units to
at least 50 cm.
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To set the floor channel volume:
̈ Move the “Volume” slider ...
... upwards to increase the floor channel volume or
... downwards to reduce the floor channel volume.
The floor channel volume is changed immediately.
To set the tone color of the floor channel:
̈ Move the “EQ low”, “EQ mid” or “EQ high” sliders to change the tone color.
̈ Click “OK”.
Your settings are saved and the “Audio Settings” window closes.
Adjusting the processing of the
conference units’ audio signals
in the floor channel
The sum of the audio signals of all conference units is fed to the floor channel which
in turn is output via the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers and via the OUT
audio output. The volume level of the floor channel increases with each additional
*
audio signal and tends to overmodulate. The “Audio Gain Reduction” menu item
allows you to adjust how the volume levels of the signals of the conference units
are processed.
Situation The audio signal of the 1. conference unit it fed to the floor channel.
Event
The audio signal of another conference unit is fed to the floor
channel. The volume level of the floor channel would increase if
the signal wasn’t influenced.
Behavior
“0.0 dB per Mic” ... “–3.0 dB per Mic” setting:
With each additional audio signal, the volume level of the floor
channel is reduced by the adjusted value.
̈ Try out the different settings by activating the maximum
number of open channels (see page 45).
The floor channel should be heard at the desired volume level
without any distortion or feedback.
̈ First start with low values.
“Linear Division” setting:
The volume level of the floor channel is automatically reduced
depending on the number of conference units (high gain reduction
of the audio signal).
*
conference units and IN audio input
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Using the OUT audio output/IN audio
input and setting the tone color
To activate/deactivate the OUT audio output/IN audio input:
̈ Tick/untick the “Audio XLR out“/ “Audio XLR In” check box.
The OUT audio output/IN audio input is activated (check box is ticked) or
deactivated (check box is unticked).
To set the volume of the OUT audio output/the sensitivity of the IN audio input:
̈ Move the “Volume“/ “Sensitivity” slider ...
... upwards to increase the volume/sensitivity or
... downwards to reduce the volume/sensitivity.
The volume/sensitivity is changed immediately.
̈ Set the sensitivity of the IN audio input so that the audio signal is not overmod-
To set the tone color of the OUT audio output/IN audio input:
̈ Move the “EQ low”, “EQ mid” or “EQ high” sliders to change the tone color.
̈ Click “OK”.
Your settings are saved and the “Audio Settings” window closes.
Resetting the audio settings
To reset the audio settings for the floor channel, the IN audio input and the OUT
audio output to the factory default settings:
̈ Click the “Set default” button.
All sliders are reset.
Controlling and monitoring a conference –
“Live” operating mode
In “Live” operating mode, you can:
•
•
control a conference from the screen,
use either the Room View window or the Delegate View window for controlling
the conference,
•
•
•
use the graphical/photographical representations of the conference room that
you created in “Setup” operating mode,
– with a mouse click – grant or withdraw speaking privileges to/from individual
conference units,
monitor speaking privileges.
Switching to “Live” operating mode – starting/ending a conference
Or:
Preparing and starting a conference
̈ Click the “Live” button.
The “Save Conference” window appears, allowing you to save the configuration
on the central unit.
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It is vital to observe the information provided in the chapter “Saving a
̈ Enter a file name into the drop-down list.
̈ Click “OK”.
The configuration is saved on the central unit and “Live” operating mode is
started. The View windows change their appearance accordingly and the “Live”
button is highlighted in red.
To open the Room View window in “Live” operating mode:
̈ Click the Room View button
.
To open the Delegate View window in “Live” operating mode:
̈ Click the Delegate View button
.
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Using the software for controlling a
running conference
If you want to use the software for controlling a running conference:
The software switches to “Live” operating mode. All active conference units
remain active and all requests to speak are retained.
If you have activated automatic loading of a configuration, the configu-
Monitoring a conference
You can monitor a conference from the screen without intervening.
Monitoring a conference using the
Room View window
a
d
b
c
Element Function/Meaning
Permanent list of chairman units, sorted by “ID” number
a
b
Delegate units with speaking privileges, sorted by chronological
order of registration
Delegate units that have made a request to speak, sorted by
chronological order of registration
c
d
Canvas with initialized conference unit icons
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Delegate View window
e
g
f
Element Function/Meaning
Permanent list of chairman units, sorted by “ID” number
e
f
g
Permanent list of chairman units, sorted by “ID” number
Permanent list of uninitialized conference units
Designation “Unkn. at 7” (“7” stands for the number of the
conference unit which is assigned by order of connection)
Overview of the conference unit icons
The conference unit icons display the current status of the conference units
connected to the central unit. The icons of chairman units are marked with a
star “ ”.
Icon
Function/Meaning
Conference unit icon is not assigned to a conference unit
Conference unit is ready for operation
Conference unit with speaking privileges
Conference unit with speaking privileges, shortly before the
speaking time limit expires or when the speaking time limit
is exceeded
flashing
flashing
flashing
Conference unit with speaking privileges but muted (via the
Conference unit has made a request to speak
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Overview of the bar graphs
The conference unit icons display the current status of the conference units
connected to the central unit.
Bar graph
Meaning
Chairman unit with speaking privileges
Chairman unit is deactivated
Delegate unit with speaking privileges,
100 % of the speaking time is available
Delegate unit with speaking privileges,
approx. 50 % of the speaking time is available
Delegate unit shortly before the speaking time limit expires
Delegate unit when the speaking time limit is exceeded
Delegate unit is deactivated
Delegate unit has made a request to speak
flashing
Controlling a conference
Granting/withdrawing
speaking privileges using the
Room View window
To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit (in all conference modes):
̈ Click a conference unit icon.
The conference unit icon is then marked with a red circle and the conference
unit is displayed in the “Delegates” box. The bar graph displays the current
status. The conference unit is granted speaking privileges and the signal light
·
º
ring
and the microphone LED
light up red.
To withdraw speaking privileges from a conference unit:
̈ Click a conference unit icon marked with a red circle.
The conference unit icon turns gray and the conference unit is removed from
the “Delegates” box. The conference unit loses its speaking privileges and the
·
º
signal light ring
and the microphone LED
go off.
ᕢ
ᕨ
To arbitrarily grant speaking privileges to a conference unit that has made a
request to speak (in “Request” and “Direct Access” mode):
̈ Click a green flashing conference unit icon.
Or:
̈ In the “Requests” box, click the conference unit to which you want to grant
speaking privileges.
The conference unit is granted speaking privileges (see above) and is removed
from the “Requests” box.
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To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit by the order of the request-to-
speak list (in “Request” and “Direct Access” mode):
̈ Click the “Next” button.
The conference unit is granted speaking privileges (see above) and is removed
from the “Requests” box.
Granting/withdrawing
speaking privileges using the
Delegate View window
To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit:
̈ Click the name of the delegate to whom you want to grant speaking privileges.
The bar graph displays the current status. The conference unit is granted
·
º
speaking privileges and the signal light ring
light up red.
and the microphone LED
To withdraw speaking privileges from a conference unit:
̈ Click the name of the delegate.
The bar graph displays that the conference unit is deactivated. The conference
·
unit loses its speaking privileges and the signal light ring
and the micro-
º
phone LED
go off.
ᕢ
ᕨ
To arbitrarily grant speaking privileges to a conference unit that has made a
request to speak (in “Request” and “Direct Access” mode):
̈ Click the name of the delegate to whom you want to grant speaking privileges.
The conference unit is granted speaking privileges (see above).
Deactivating all conference units
̈ Click the “All Micros OFF” button.
The conference system behaves as set.
•
All LEDs go off and the delegate units are deactivated. A request-to-speak list,
if available, is cleared.
•
All currently active delegate units are deactivated. All requests to speak are
retained.
Adding conference units to the conference system during operation
You can also add conference units to the conference system during operation
All added delegate units are ready for immediate use. If you add chairman units,
you have to re-initialize them. Note that this will interrupt the conference
If you are using the “Conference Manager” software, newly added conference units
only appear in the Delegate View window. The entry in the “Delegate” column
shows the position of the conference unit in the cable string (e.g. “Unkn. at 3”).
Via the Delegate View window of the “Conference Manager” software, you can also
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Using the “Conference Manager” software
When adding conference units to the conference system, observe the
maximum number of conference units in order to ensure safe operation
Adjusting settings during a running conference
In “Live” operating mode, the boxes “Volume”, “Audio XLR”, “Talk Time” and
“Conference” are shown in the lower part of the window.
Setting the volume of the conference
units’ built-in loudspeakers
CAUTION Danger of hearing damage due to loud hissing!
When the floor channel volume is set to a high level or when several
participants speak simultaneously, feedback noise (loud hissing) can
occur. This can cause hearing damage.
̈ Make sure that the “Audio Gain Reduction” function is activated
This function reduces the gain per active microphone by the
selected level and thus prevents feedback noise.
̈ Increase the distance between the individual conference units to
at least 50 cm.
̈ Move the slider...
... upwards to increase the floor channel volume or
... downwards to reduce the floor channel volume.
The value next to the slider changes (“0“-“32”) and the floor channel volume
is adjusted.
Activating/deactivating the
audio input/output
To activate or deactivate the IN audio input or the OUT audio output:
̈ Tick/untick the check boxes in the “Audio XLR” box:
Audio input/output
IN audio input
activated
deactivated
OUT audio output
Activating/deactivating the
speaking time limit
If, in “Live” operating mode, you change settings that affect the confer-
ence mode (see next chapters), the conference will be interrupted.
A confirmation prompt appears:
To activate or deactivate the speaking time limit:
̈ In the “Talk Time” box, tick/untick the “Limitation” check box (see also
page 91):
– ticked
– unticked
:
The speaking time limit is activated.
The speaking time limit is deactivated.
:
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Using the “Conference Manager” software
To change the speaking time limit:
̈ In the “Talk Time” box, enter the desired speaking time limit into the drop-
Changing the conference mode
̈ From the “Mode” drop-down list in the “Conference” box, select the desired
Changing the maximum number of
speakers who can take
̈ From the “Open” drop-down list in the “Conference” box, select the maximum
the floor simultaneously
Changing the maximum number of
requests to speak
·
when a request to speak is
Changing the behavior of the
̈ Change the behavior of the signal light ring
·
signal light ring
when a
request to speak is made
Exiting the “Live” operating mode
You can exit the “Live” operating mode by calling up the “Setup” operating mode:
̈ Click the “Setup” button.
The “Stop” warning message appears.
̈ Click “OK”.
The software switches to “Setup” operating mode and the View windows
change their appearance accordingly. A running conference is not interrupted.
Using the log and diagnosis function – “Event Log“
The log and diagnosis function allows you to log all changes to the conference
system. As soon as a change to the system or an error is detected, the
on the toolbar changes to
button
.
To start the “Event Log” function:
̈ Click the button on the toolbar.
Or, if the “Processing” window is displayed:
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̈ Click the
button.
The “Protocol” window appears.
Changes and warnings are listed in chronological order:
Column
Meaning/Function
“Time”
Time
“Location”
“Qualifier”
Location of error (central unit, conference unit)
Message qualifier:
• “Info”
• “Warning“
• “Error”
• “Critical Error”
“Description”
“Value”
Error description
Optional additional value (e.g. error code)
*
Exporting the log
̈ Click the “Export” button.
The “Save as ...” window appears.
̈ Enter a file name.
̈ Save the file to the desired location.
̈ Click “OK”.
The log is exported as a text file (“*.txt”).
* only if you are using the Windows version of the software
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Cleaning and maintaining the conference system
Cleaning and maintaining the
conference system
CAUTION Liquids can damage the product!
Liquids entering the product can cause a short-circuit in the
electronics or damage the mechanics.
Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surfaces of the
product.
̈ Keep all liquids away from the product.
̈ Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.
̈ Before cleaning, switch the central unit off and disconnect it from the mains.
̈ Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the product.
To ensure optimum cooling of the central unit:
̈ Clean the air vents on the front, back and bottom from time to time with a soft
brush or paintbrush in order to avoid dust deposits.
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Updating the firmware of the conference system
Updating the firmware of the
conference system
CAUTION Danger of damage to the conference system!
Improper modification of the firmware (e.g. due to updates) can
cause irreparable damage to the conference system.
̈ Only update the firmware if the function of your conference
system is impaired or if the update is recommended by
Sennheiser.
̈ Contact your Sennheiser partner to update the firmware.
̈ While the update is in process, do not disconnect the central unit
and the conference units from the power supply.
For information on firmware updates for your ADN conference system, contact
your Sennheiser partner.
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If a problem occurs ...
If a problem occurs ...
Conference system
Problem
Possible cause
Possible solution
Page
Central unit cannot be
switched on
The central unit is not connected to
the mains.
Conference unit cannot be
used/activated
The conference unit is not connected Check if all plugs are connected
correctly.
correctly.
The cable string is too long.
or reduce the number of conference
units.
The maximum number of requests to Increase the maximum number of
speak has been reached. requests to speak.
ized before use.
wards, you have to initialize them.
The central unit’s display
panel displays error icons/
the display panel lights up
red
Changes or errors have occurred.
the icons.
Volume of the conference
units’ loudspeakers is too
high or too low
The processing of the conference
units’ audio signals (“Audio Gain
Reduction”) is adjusted so that the
gain of each additional channel is
reduced too much or too little.
Adjusting the processing of the
conference units’ audio signals.
The floor channel volume is not
adjusted correctly.
Adjust the floor channel volume.
Loud hissing at the confer- The conference units are placed too
Increase the distance between the
individual conference units to at least
50 cm.
ence units’ loudspeakers
close together.
The floor channel volume is adjusted
to a very high level.
Reduce the floor channel volume.
After switch-on, the dele-
gate units only indicate
requests to speak
You are using ADN D1 delegate units Set a conference mode which does
exclusively. The conference mode
chosen requires a chairman unit
for granting speaking privileges
(e.g. “Request”).
not require the grant of speaking
privileges.
the “speaking right.
Use the “Conference Manager”
software to grant speaking privileges.
Delegate unit is automati-
cally deactivated
The speaking time limit is activated.
Deactivate or increase the speaking
time limit.
A further speaker has made a request Change the conference mode.
to speak in “Override” mode.
can take the floor simultaneously.
No request to speak can be The maximum number of requests to Increase the maximum number of
made
speak has been reached.
requests to speak.
Wait until one of the current speakers
passes on his or her speaking privi-
leges.
–
The function is deactivated.
Activate the function.
·
The signal light ring
does not flash when a
request to speak is made
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If a problem occurs ...
“Conference Manager” software
Problem
Possible cause
No network connection.
Possible solution
see page
Software cannot be
connected to the central
unit
Check the connections between
network, central unit and PC.
the Windows PC has been changed.
them if necessary.
There is already a connection to the
central unit.
Disconnect the connection to the
central unit.
Screen connected to the
central does not show
anything
The screen resolution is set too high.
Reset the screen resolution.
Network connection
between Windows PC
and central unit cannot
be established
No Zeroconf service installed on the
Windows PC.
If the PC and the central unit are
directly connected to each other, the
network configuration is usually done
via Zeroconf – not via DHCP. If no
Zeroconf service is installed on the PC,
install this service or manually assign
the route (subnet: 255.255.0.0;
IP address range: 169.254.0.x;
–
x = desired IP address of the PC).
PC and/or the central unit.
them if necessary.
The network communication between
the central unit and the Windows PC
is blocked by a proxy server and/or a
firewall.
Password forgotten
−
Delete the existing password.
Unlock the objects.
Objects in the Room View
window cannot be changed
The objects are locked.
mode.
edit the configuration.
Pictures cannot be imported You are using the central unit’s
integrated software.
Import pictures using the Windows
version of the software.
If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please
contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance.
To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at www.sennheiser.com under “Service & Support”.
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Accessories
Accessories
Cat. No.
Description
Central unit
502757
054324
054325
054326
502031
ADN CU1 central unit
Mains cable, EU version, black, 1.8 m
Mains cable, UK version, black, 1.8 m
Mains cable, US version, black, 1.8 m
ADN RMB-2 rack mount “ears”
Conference units
502758
502759
504001
ADN D1 delegate unit
ADN C1 chairman unit
ADN TR 1 cable holder for conference unit
System cables
009842
009853
009844
009845
009846
009847
SDC CBL RJ-45-2 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs, black, 2 m
SDC CBL RJ-45-3 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs, black, 3 m
SDC CBL RJ-45-5 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs, black, 5 m
SDC CBL RJ-45-10 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs, black, 10 m
SDC CBL RJ-45-20 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs, black, 20 m
SDC CBL RJ-45-50 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs, black, 50 m
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Specifications
Specifications
ADN D1 and ADN C1 conference units
Dimensions
(w/o gooseneck)
185 x 63 x 140 mm (W x H x D)
Weight
approx. 700 g
35 V ... 52.8 V
Supply voltage
Power consumption
Temperature range
2 W (w/o reproduction via loudspeakers)
operation: +10°C to +40°C
storage: −25°C to +70°C
Relative humidity
Headphone socket
operation: 10 to 80%
storage: 10 to 90%
3.5 mm stereo jack socket
Output level at
headphone socket
50 mW/16 Ω
DHT (at 1 kHz)
0.03% at 50 mW/16 Ω
Loudspeaker
Frequency response
Signal-to-noise ratio
100 Hz to 14.5 kHz
> 70 dB(A)
Microphone
Pick-up pattern
super-cardioid
Frequency response
190 Hz to 14.5 kHz
ADN CU1 central unit
Dimensions
417 x 100 x 345 mm (W x H x D)
approx. 6.5 kg
Weight
Nominal input voltage
Mains frequency
Power consumption
100 to 240 V~
50 to 60 Hz
245 W
Output voltage at
RJ45 EtherCAT
52.8 V
Nominal output current
Temperature range
max. 1.75 A
operation: +5°C to +50°C
storage: −25°C to +70°C
Relative humidity
operation: 10 to 80%
storage: 10 to 90%
XLR IN
Input resistance
Input level
R
> 10 KΩ
IN
max. +18 dBu
min. −18 dBu
Nominal level
+7.5 dBu
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XLR OUT
Output resistance
R
< 100 Ω
OUT
Frequency response
Output level
20 Hz to 14.5 kHz; −3 dB
max. +11 dBu
Nominal level
+6 dBu
DHT (at 1 kHz)
Signal-to-noise ratio
< 0.02% A-weighted at +7.5 dBu
> 80 dB A-weighted at +11 dBu
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Appendix
Appendix
ADN CU1 mounting dimensions
Factory default settings
Menu item/description
Factory default settings
“Conference Mode” – conference mode
“Direct Access”
“4”
“Microphone Limit” – max. number of speakers
who can take the floor simultaneously
“Request Limit” – max. number of requests to
speak
“10”
“Talk Time Status” – status of speaking time limit deactivated (“Off”)
“Talk Time Limit” – length of speaking time limit “60 Min”
“Premonition Time Limit” – advance warning time “10 Sec”
“Reaction on Talk Time Exceed” – behavior when
the individual speaking time is exceeded
microphone is deactivated
immediately (“Cancel”)
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Menu item/description
Factory default settings
“Blink on Request” – flashing of the signal light
ring when a request to speak is made
activated (“On”)
“XLR Out Status” – audio output
activated (“On”)
“+ 6 dB”
“XLR Out Volume” – audio ouput volume
“XLR OUT Equalizer” – tone color of audio output
“XLR In Status” – audio input
0 dB
activated (“On”)
“+ 7.5 dBu”
“XLR In Sensitivity” – input sensitivity of audio
input
“XLR IN Equalizer” – tone color of audio input
0 dB
“16”
“Floor/Loudspeakers Volume” – floor channel
volume
“Floor/Loudspeakers Equalizer” – tone color of
floor channel
0 dB
“Audio Gain Reduction” – processing of the volume no reduction
level of the floor channel
(“0.0 dB per Mic”)
“Languages” – Language of the operating menu
“IP Address Mode” – IP address allocation
“Contrast” – contrast of the display panel
“Lock” – lock mode function
“English”
“Dynamic IP”
“9”
deactivated (“Off”)
Function of the priority key
requests to speak are
deleted (“On”)
Keyboard layouts
The central unit support keyboards with the following language layouts:
• Arabic
• Belgian
• Hungarian
• Italian
• Brazilian
• Bulgarian
• Canadian French
• Canadian English
• Chinese
• Croatian
• Czech
• Japanese
• Korean
• Kannada, Kanarese
• Lithuanian
• Malay
• Dutch
• Norwegian
• Polish
• Danish
• German
• English (US)
• English (UK)
• Spanish
• Estonian
• Farsi
• Portuguese
• Romanian
• Russian
• Slowakian
• Slovenian
• Swedish
• Finnish
• French
• Greek
• Swiss German
• Swiss French
• Turkic
• Hebrew
• Hindi
• Ukrainian
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Appendix
Microsoft Software License Terms
Microsoft Software License Terms for Windows XP Embedded and Windows
Embedded Standard Runtime
These license terms are an agreement between you and Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG (Sennheiser).
Please read them. They apply to the software included on this device. The software also includes any sepa-
rate media on which you received the software.
The software on this device includes software licensed from Microsoft Corporation or its affiliate.
The terms also apply to any Microsoft
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Updates,
Supplements,
Internet-based services, and
Support services
for this software, unless other terms accompany those items. If so, those terms apply. If you obtain updates
or supplements directly from Microsoft, then Microsoft, and not Sennheiser, licenses those to you.
As described below, using some features also operates as your consent to the transmission of certain
standard computer information for Internet-based services.
By using the software, you accept these terms. If you do not accept them, do not use or copy the soft-
ware. Instead, contact Sennheiser to determine its return policy for a refund or credit.
If you comply with these license terms, you have the rights below.
1. Use Rights.
You may use the software on the device with which you acquired the software.
2. Additional Licensing Requirements and/or Use Rights.
a. Specific Use. Sennheiser designed this device for a specific use. You may only use the software for
that use.
b. Other Software. You may use other programs with the software as long as the other programs
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Provide system utilities, resource management, or anti-virus or similar protection.
Software that provides consumer or business tasks or processes may not be run on the device. This
includes email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, scheduling and personal finance software.
The device may use terminal services protocols to access such software running on a server.
c. Device Connections.
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ness task or processes software such as email, word processing, scheduling or spreadsheets.
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File Services,
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The ten connection limit applies to devices that access the software indirectly through “multi-
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3. Scope of License. The software is licensed, not sold. This agreement only gives you some rights to use
the software. Sennheiser and Microsoft reserve all other rights. Unless applicable law gives you more
rights despite this limitation, you may use the software only as expressly permitted in this agreement.
In doing so, you must comply with any technical limitations in the software that allow you to use it only
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and only to the extent permitted by applicable law despite these limitations, you may not:
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may
(i) use the Remote Boot Installation Service (RBIS) tool only to install one copy of the software on
your server and to deploy the software on licensed devices as part of the Remote Boot
process; and
(ii) use the Remote Boot Installation Service only for deployment of the software to devices as
part of the Remote Boot process; and
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For more information, please refer to the device documentation or contact Sennheiser.
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or service provider computer systems over the Internet. In some cases, you will not receive a sepa-
rate notice when they connect. You may switch off these features or not use them. For more infor-
mation about these features, visit http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/downloads/updates/
sp2/docs/privacy.mspx.
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device where you installed the software. Microsoft uses this information to make the Internet-
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provide it to you. To provide the content, these features send to Microsoft the type of operating
system, name and version of the software you are using, type of browser and language code of
the device where the software was installed. Examples of these features are clip art, templates,
online training, online assistance and Appshelp. These features only operate when you activate
them. You may choose to switch them off or not use them.
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identity of Internet users sending X.509 standard encrypted information. The software retrieves
certificates and updates certificate revocation lists. These security features operate only when
you use the Internet.
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Windows Media Player. When you use Windows Media Player, it checks with Microsoft for
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Codecs if your device does not have the correct ones for playing content. You can switch off
this feature. For more information, go to: http://microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/
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This software and third party software use WMDRM to play and copy WMDRM-protected content.
If the software fails to protect the content, content owners may ask Microsoft to revoke the soft-
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include a revocation list with the licenses. Content owners may require you to upgrade WMDRM
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upgrade. You may switch off WMDRM features that access the Internet. When these features are
off, you can still play content for which you have a valid license.
c. Misuse of Internet-based Services. You may not use these services in any way that could harm
them or impair anyone else's use of them. You may not use the services to try to gain unauthorized
access to any service, data, account or network by any means.
4. Windows Update Agent (also known as Software Update Services). The software on the device
includes Windows Update Agent (“WUA”) functionality that may enable your device to connect to and
access updates (“Windows Updates”) from a server installed with the required server component.
Without limiting any other disclaimer in this Micrososoft Software License Terms or any EULA accom-
panying a Windows Update, you acknowledge and agree that no warranty is provided by MS, Microsoft
Corporation or their affiliates with respect to any Windows Update that you install or attempt to install
on your device.
5. Product Support. Contact Sennheiser for support options. Refer to the support number provided with
the device.
6. Backup Copy. You may make one backup copy of the software. You may use it only to reinstall the soft-
ware on the device.
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Certificate of Authenticity label with a genuine copy of the software identifies licensed software. To be
valid, this label must be affixed to the device, or included on or in Sennheiser's software packaging. If
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prove that you are licensed to use the software. To identify genuine Microsoft software, see http://
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Authenticity label, and these license terms directly to a third party. Before the transfer, that party must
agree that these license terms apply to the transfer and use of the software. You may not retain any
copies of the software including the backup copy.
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and is responsible for how it operates on the device.
10. Restricted Use. The Microsoft software was designed for systems that do not require fail-safe perfor-
mance. You may not use the Microsoft software in any device or system in which a malfunction of the
software would result in foreseeable risk of injury or death to any person. This includes operation of
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11. No Warranties for the Software. The software is provided “as is”. You bear all risks of using it. Micro-
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device or the software do not originate from, and are not binding on, Microsoft or its affiliates. When
allowed by your local laws, Sennheiser and Microsoft exclude implied warranties of merchantability,
fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.
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hundred fifty U.S. Dollars (U.S. $250.00). You cannot recover any other damages, including conse-
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comply with all domestic and international export laws and regulations that apply to the software.
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Manufacturer Declarations
Manufacturer Declarations
Warranty
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this
product.
For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at
www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
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Please dispose of the product at the end of its operational lifetime by
taking it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equip-
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Other product and company names mentioned in this instruction manual may be
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Index
Index
A
muting all delegate units 48
operating 46
Adding
conference units 48
Cleaning 104
Conference Manager 49
adjusting network settings 65
adjusting the conference mode 90
assigning delegates to the conference units 88
automatically loading a configuration 69
Advance warning time
Audio devices
connecting to the central unit 19
changing the numbering 88
changing the size of the canvas 83
closing a configuration 70
configuring a conference 90
Audio settings
B
Behavior when the speaking time limit is exceeded
configuring the screen, mouse, and keyboard settings 63
Connect to CU 66
Break Counter 39
resetting 40
connecting the central unit to a PC 20
controlling a conference 95
creating a configuration 67
C
Cable holders
installing 17
delegate list 74
Central unit
Delegate View window 96
adjusting further settings 42
Audio IN and Audio OUT 19
configuring the screen, mouse, and keyboard settings 63
connecting external audio devices 19
connecting to a PC 20
connecting to the Conference Manager software 49
connecting to the mains 16
deleting a configuration 71
enlarging the canvas 82
establishing a connection between software and
network settings 42
installing 51
loading a configuration/file 68
switching on/off 20
using 21
log and diagnosis function 102
Open Active Conference Document 68
Chairman unit
activating the microphone 45
connecting to the central unit 17
ending a conference 47
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saving a configuration 69
Diagnostics 38
Scan 86
Direct Access 26
starting/exiting the central unit’s integrated software 55
starting/exiting the Windows version of the software 55
using 49
using the software for controlling a running
conference 97
Display panel
overview 11
E
Equalizer
Error icons 34
Windows network settings 52
Error Indication
resetting 40
Conference mode
Error indication 39
Conference settings
Errors
resetting the counter 40
short-circuit 38
temperature 39
Conference system
cleaning and maintaining 104
performing a self-test 40
structuring and controlling 13
F
updating the firmware 105
Conference units
adding to a running conference 48
connecting to the central unit 17
Floor channel
Further settings 42
operating 45
H
Headphones
connecting 46
using headphones 46
Configuring
I
Initializing
Connecting
Windows PC to central unit 20
L
Language
adjusting 41
Controlling
conference 99
conference system 14
Lock mode
D
M
Delegate unit
connecting to the central unit 17
deactivating the microphone 45
operating 45
overview 8
Manufacturer Declarations 116
Maximum number of requests to speak
Maximum number of speakers
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Microphone
activating 45
deactivating 45
Speaking privileges
requesting 45
Speaking time limit
N
Specifications 109
Structuring
O
Switching on/off
Operating menu
operating principles 25
Operating mode
buttons 58
“Live” 95
System bus errors
displaying 39
“Setup” 86
Overview
T
P
Temperature status
displaying 39
PC
connecting to the central unit 20
system requirements 50
V
Planning and simulating conferences 49
Priority function 48
Version 105
displaying the hardware and software version 41
Volume
Priority key
Processing of the conference units’ audio signals
R
Rack mounting 15
fastening the rack mount “ears” 15
Re-Init 30
Request 26
Request to speak
canceling 45
Reset Error Indication 40
Running the software
S
Short-circuit 34
Signal light ring
activating/deactivating the flashing 30
Software
Software, see Conference Manager
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