Singlewire-enabled VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier (Wireless) Operations Guide Part #011115 Document Part #930376B for Firmware Version 1.2.
VoIP V2 Paging Amplifier Operations Guide 930376B Part # 011115 COPYRIGHT NOTICE: © 2010, CyberData Corporation, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This manual and related materials are the copyrighted property of CyberData Corporation. No part of this manual or related materials may be reproduced or transmitted, in any form or by any means (except for internal use by licensed customers), without prior express written permission of CyberData Corporation.
Revision Information Revision 930376B, released on 10-20-2010, corresponds to firmware version 1.2.3, and has the following changes: • Adds Section 2.2.2, "Loudspeaker Amplifier NEMA Box Components". • Adds Section 2.2.3, "Connect the Loudspeaker Amplifier".
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’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.
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Abbreviations and Terms Operations Guide Abbreviation or Term Definition A-law A standard companding algorithm, used in European digital communications systems to optimize, i.e., modify, the dynamic range of an analog signal for digitizing. AVP Audio Video Profile Cat 5 TIA/EIA-568-B Category 5 DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol LAN Local Area Network LED Light Emitting Diode Mbps Megabytes per Second.
i Contents Chapter 1 Product Overview 1 1.1 How to Identify This Product ..............................................................................................................1 1.2 Typical System Installation ...................................................................................................................2 1.3 Product Features .....................................................................................................................................3 1.
1 1 Product Overview The Singlewire-enabled VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier (Wireless) provides an easy method for implementing an IP-based overhead paging system for both new and legacy installations. With up to 25 watts of driving power (802.3at), the Amplifier provides direct drive of a standard Horn speaker and supports a line-out connector for connection to an external amplifier. The interface is compatible with Singlewire's InformaCast software. Note The version of InformaCast needs to be 4.
Product Overview 2 Typical System Installation 1.2 Typical System Installation Figure 1-2 illustrates how the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier is normally installed as part of a public address system. Figure 1-2. Typical Installation 802.
Product Overview 3 Product Features 1.3 Product Features • InformaCast software compatible • Dual-speed ethernet 10/100 Mbps • Web-based configuration • Web-based firmware upgradeable • PoE 802.3af-enabled (Powered-overEthernet) • Line-out connector • Direct speaker drive • Network and external speaker volume control 1.
Product Overview 4 Product Specifications 1.5 Product Specifications Table 1. Product Specifications Category Specification Ethernet I/F 10/100 Mbps Power Input PoE 802.3at or 802.3af Operating Temperature -30 to 55 C (-22 to 131 F) Protocol SIP RFC 3261 Payload Types G711, SPEEX Regulatory Compliance FCC Class A, CE Warranty 2 Years Limited Dimensions 1.26” x 9.45” x 3.13” Audio Output 802.3af - up to 10 Watts (default, 50% duty cycle [one second on and one second off]).
5 2 Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 2.1 Parts List Table 2-1 illustrates the parts for each Loudspeaker Amplifier and includes a kit for mounting. Table 2-1.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 6 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup Set up and configure each Loudspeaker Amplifier before you mount it. CyberData delivers each Loudspeaker Amplifier with the factory default values indicated in Table 2-2: Table 2-2. Factory Default Settings—Default of Network Parameter Factory Default Setting IP Addressing IP Address DHCP a 10.10.10.10 Web Access Username admin Web Access Password admin Subnet Maska 255.0.0.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 7 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.1 Loudspeaker Amplifier Components Figure 2-3 shows the components of the Loudspeaker Amplifier . Figure 2-3. Loudspeaker Amplifier Components DIP Switches RTFM Switch To broadcast a Loudspeaker Amplifier’s current IP address, press and hold the RTFM switch until you hear the IP address announcement, and then release the RTFM switch. To restore the factory defaults, complete the following steps: 1.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 8 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.2 Loudspeaker Amplifier NEMA Box Components Figure 2-4 shows all of the NEMA box components of the loudspeaker amplifier. Figure 2-4.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 9 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.3 Connect the Loudspeaker Amplifier Figure 2-5 illustrates how to connect the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier via a Cat 5 Ethernet Cable. Figure 2-5. Connect a Loudspeaker + ~ AC Input* Ethernet Hub - *This AC connection needs to be installed by a certified electrician.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 10 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.4 Loudspeaker Amplifier DIP Switches See Figure 2-6 to identify the DIP Switches. Figure 2-6. DIP Switches See Table 2-3 for the DIP Switch settings for the revision B (or later) board. Table 2-3. DIP Switch Settings—Low Power—802.3af Compliant (Default) Operations Guide DIP Switch Setting Description 1 OFF Sets PoE for 802.3af class. 2 N/A Not applicable for power setting. 3 ON Switch mode current set to LOW.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 11 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.5 VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier System Installation and Connection Options Figure 2-7 through Figure 2-8 illustrates connection options for the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier. Figure 2-7. V2 Paging Amplifier Connections See Figure 2-8 See Figure 2-9 CLASS II WIRING 1-Sense (+) 2-GND 3-Relay COM 4-Relay NO 5-Line-In(+) 6-Line-In(-) 7-Line-Out(+) 8-Line-Out(-) 9-Spkr Out(+) 10-Spkr Out (-) Figure 2-8.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 12 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup See Table 2-4 for details about the Loudspeaker Amplifier connections. Table 2-4. Loudspeaker Amplifier Connections Connection Ethernet Connection Details ● Use a RJ 45 cable. Location VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 2.2.5.1 Loudspeaker Type Using the amplified output, the CyberData VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier supports the 011068 Loudspeaker or equivalent unamplified loudspeaker. Figure 2-10. 011068 Loudspeaker 2.2.5.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 13 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.6 Confirm Operation After connecting the Loudspeaker Amplifier to the ethernet hub, use the LEDs on the Loudspeaker Amplifier face to confirm that the Loudspeaker Amplifier is operational and linked to the network. Table 2-5. Loudspeaker Amplifier LEDs LED Color Function Power Blue/Green The power LED is illuminated a steady green when the power is on and in low power mode.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 14 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.7 Confirm the IP Address and Test the Audio 2.2.7.1 RTFM Switch When the Loudspeaker Amplifier is operational and linked to the network, use the Reset Test Function Management (RTFM) switch (Figure 2-13) on the Loudspeaker Amplifier face to announce and confirm the Loudspeaker Amplifier’s IP Address, and test that the audio is working. Figure 2-13.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 15 Loudspeaker Amplifier Setup 2.2.8 Adjust the Volume 2.2.8.1 External Volume Dial To adjust the Loudspeaker Amplifier volume, turn the external Volume dial (Figure 2-14) on the Loudspeaker Amplifier face. Note For the lineout volume, the volume is fixed and the volume control is adjusted through an external amplifier. Figure 2-14.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 16 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 2.3 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters To configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier online, use a standard web browser. Configure each Loudspeaker Amplifier and verify its operation before you mount it. When you are ready to mount a Loudspeaker Amplifier enclosure, refer to Appendix A, "Mounting the Amplifier" for instructions.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 17 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 2.3.1 Loudspeaker Amplifier Web Page Navigation Table 2-7 shows the navigation buttons that you will see on every Loudspeaker Amplifier web page. Table 2-7. V2 Paging Amplifier Web Page Navigation Web Page Item Description Link to the Home page. Link to the Update Firmware page. 2.3.2 Log in to the Configuration Home Page 1. Open your browser to the Loudspeaker Amplifier IP address.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 18 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 2. When prompted, use the following default Web Access Username and Web Access Password to access the Home Page (Figure 2-15): Web Access Username: admin Web Access Password: admin Figure 2-15. Home Page Note Operations Guide Figure 2-15 shows the factory default settings.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 19 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 3. On the Home Page, review the setup details and navigation buttons described in Table 2-8. Table 2-8. Home Page Overview Web Page Item Description Device Settings Device Name Shows the device name (25 character limit). Change Username Type in this field to change the username (25 character limit). Change Password Type in this field to change the password (19 character limit).
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 20 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 2.3.3 Upgrade the Firmware and Reboot the Loudspeaker Amplifier To upload the Loudspeaker Amplifier firmware from your PC: 1. Set up a TFTP server. If you do not already have a TFTP server running on your network, see Appendix B, "Setting up a TFTP Server". 2. Retrieve the latest Loudspeaker Amplifier firmware from the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier Downloads page at: http://www.cyberdata.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 21 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 6. Click the Update Firmware button to open the Upgrade Firmware page. See Figure 2-16. Figure 2-16. Firmware Upgrade Page Note Figure 2-16 shows the factory default settings. 7. Enter the IP address of your TFTP server into the TFTP Server IP parameter field. 8. Enter the firmware filename of the file to be uploaded into the New Filename parameter field. For example, kernel filename 100-uImage-pagingamp.bin.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 22 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters Table 2-9 shows the web page items on the Upgrade Firmware page. Table 2-9. Firmware Upgrade Parameters Web Page Item Description Firmware Version Shows the current firmware version. TFTP Server IP address Enter the IP address of your TFTP server into the TFTP Server IP parameter field (15 character limit).
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 23 Configure the Loudspeaker Amplifier Parameters 2.3.4 Reboot the Loudspeaker Amplifier To reboot a Loudspeaker Amplifier, log in to the web page as instructed in Section 2.3.2, "Log in to the Configuration Home Page". 1. Click Update Firmware to open the Upgrade Firmware page (Figure 2-17). Figure 2-17. Reboot System Section Reboot 2. Click Reboot. A normal restart will occur and you will see the following Reboot page. Figure 2-18.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 24 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later 2.4 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later This section describes the basic process for identifying and testing the CyberData Loudspeaker Amplifier when using Singlewire's InformaCast software version 4.0 or later.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 25 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later 2. On the IP Speaker Configuration page, InformaCast will indicate that it has detected new units. Click View. Figure 2-20. IP Amplifier Configuration Page View InformaCast has detected new Speakers.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 26 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later 3. The IP Speaker Configuration page will show four newly detected units. Click Test. Figure 2-21.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 27 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later 4. On the Test IP Speaker page, Enter a number into the Test duration field. 5. Click Test. 6. You will hear a tone from the unit being testing. 7. After the test, click Cancel to return to the IP Configuration page. Figure 2-22.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 28 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later 8. On the IP Speaker Configuration page, Click Add to add a Loudspeaker Amplifier to the InformaCast server. Figure 2-23.
Installing the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier 29 Identifying and Testing a Loudspeaker Amplifier when Using InformaCast 4.0 or Later 9. On the Add IP Speaker page, Fill out appropriate fields and click Add. Figure 2-24. Add IP Speaker Page Add Your unit is now registered to the InformaCast server. You now can configure this device as part of the InformaCast system setup as required.
30 Appendix A: Mounting the Amplifier A.1 Mount the Loudspeaker Amplifier Before you mount the enclosure, make sure that you have received all of the parts for each enclosure. Refer to Table A-10. Table A-10. Wall Mounting Components (Part of the Accessory Kit) Operations Guide Quantity Part Name 3 #6 Plastic Ribbed Anchors 3 #6 Sheet Metal Screws Illustration Note The Loudspeaker Amplifier was designed for indoor use.
31 Mount the Loudspeaker Amplifier A.1.1 Mounting the Enclosure To mount the enclosure: 1. Prepare holes for the screws. 2. Plug in the power adapter and use the green Power light to verify that the power is on. 3. Plug the Ethernet cable into the Loudspeaker Amplifier. The yellow Link light verifies the network connection. 4. For wall mounting, use the three #6 x 1-1/4-inch Pan Head Phillip screws to secure the speaker. See Figure A-1.. Figure A-1.
32 Appendix B: Setting up a TFTP Server B.1 Set up a TFTP Server Upgrading the VoIP V2 Loudspeaker Amplifier firmware requires a TFTP server on which you access the Web interface where you can upload the firmware files. B.1.1 In a LINUX Environment To set up a TFTP server on LINUX: 1. Create a directory dedicated to the TFTP server, and move the files to be uploaded to that directory. 2.
33 Appendix C: Troubleshooting/Technical Support C.1 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) To see a list of frequently asked questions for your product, do the following: 1. Go to the following URL: http://www.cyberdata.net/products/voip/digitalanalog/singlewireloudspeakerampv2/faqs.html 2. Go to the support page for your product, and click on the FAQs tab. C.2 Documentation The documentation for this product is released in an English language version only.
34 Contact Information C.3 Contact Information Contact CyberData Corporation 2555 Garden Road Monterey, CA 93940 USA www.CyberData.net Phone: 800-CYBERDATA (800-292-3732) Fax: 831-373-4193 Sales Sales 831-373-2601 Extension 334 Technical Support Phone: 831-373-2601 Extension 333 Web: http://www.cyberdata.net/support/contactsupportvoip.
35 Warranty C.4.1 Warranty & RMA Returns within the United States If service is required, you must contact CyberData Technical Support prior to returning any products to CyberData. Our Technical Support staff will determine if your product should be returned to us for further inspection. If Technical Support determines that your product needs to be returned to CyberData, an RMA number will be issued to you at this point. Your issued RMA number must be printed on the outside of the shipping box.
36 Index Symbols E #6 sheet metal screws 30 enclosure, mounting 30 A F accessory kit 5 activity LED 13 address, configuration login 17 announcing an IP address 14 audio encodings 3 factory defaults 7, 14 firmware where to get the latest firmware 20 firmware upgrade parameters 22 firmware upgrades 32 C H components 8 configurable parameters 19 configuration default IP settings 16 using Web interface 16 configuration home page 18 configuration page configurable parameters 19 connections 8 connectio
37 S loudspeaker, type 12 safety instructions 4 sales 34 service 34 setting up a TFTP server 32 Singlewire Informacast Server Web Interface 24 Spare in the Air Policy 35 status LED 13 subnet mask 6, 16 supported protocols 3 M mounting an amplifier 30 N navigation (web page) 17 navigation table 17 NEMA box components 8 network link activity, verifying 13 T tech support 34 technical support, contact information 34 testing the speaker (when using InformaCast 4.
