Manual

SquawkBox
User Manual
 Attero Tech LLC 2014 Page 1 614-00007-04
1 – Overview
The SquawkBox CobraNet Audio Interface is a cost-effective desktop audio product designed to allow a user to easily
monitor multiple channels of audio on a CobraNet-based AV system. Up to 16 channels can be monitored using either the
internal speaker or headphones. A 17th “override” channel can be initiated externally for system wide announcements.
The SquawkBox features:
o A backlit LCD display showing the description of the audio being played
o An internal speaker and a headphone jack for choice of listening method
o CobraNet Interface Port - Connects the SquawkBox to a CobraNet network using standard CAT-5 cable
o Front-panel volume and channel control buttons
o Override indictor
The SquawkBox can be powered by either using PoE from a standard 802.3af compatible PoE network switch or mid-span
injector, or by using an external +12 V DC source.
Configuration of the channels to be monitored, their descriptions and setting up of the override configuration is done using
the Attero Tech Control Center software.
1.1 – What’s in the Box?
The SquawkBox comes supplied with the following
o SquawkBox device
1.2 – Optional Extras
All of the following are available as options for the SquawkBox:
o A 12 V DC power supply is available if PoE power is not available.
o Desktop stand
Each optional item required must be ordered separately to the SquawkBox itself.