Wireless Conference System WiCOS Instruction manual
Contents Important safety instructions ..................................................................................... 2 WiCOS – the wireless conference system ............................................................... 5 Areas of application ..................................................................................................... 5 The technology used ....................................................................................................
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions • Read this instruction manual. • Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the products on to third parties. • Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Important safety instructions Danger due to high volumes These devices are capable of producing sound pressure exceeding 85 dB(A). 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.
Important safety instructions Intended use Intended use of the WiCOS wireless conference system includes: • having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important safety instructions” on page 2, • using the system within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the system other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
WiCOS – the wireless conference system WiCOS – the wireless conference system WiCOS stands for Wireless Conference System – the new generation of mobile and wireless conference equipment from Sennheiser.
WiCOS – the wireless conference system Stand-alone operation – wireless conferencing For stand-alone operation, you only require the WiCOS system components. You can use different conference modes and, in addition to running discussions, you can also conduct voting sessions. The delegate and chairman units are wirelessly connected to the access point, which acts as the central unit and controls the conference system. The battery pack-powered conference units are wireless and can be placed as you wish.
WiCOS – the wireless conference system Integrated operation (slave mode operation) – with the wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system The WiCOS wireless conference system can be integrated into the wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system. This allows you to expand the conference system and/or easily bridge relatively long distances.
Available system components – scope of delivery Available system components – scope of delivery The following WiCOS system components are available: Delegate unit 1 WiCOS D delegate unit (without voting function) or WiCOS DV delegate unit (with voting function and channel selection keys) 1 WiCOS BA Lithium-Ion battery pack Chairman unit 1 WiCOS C chairman unit (without voting function) or WiCOS CV chairman unit (with voting function and channel selection keys) 1 WiCOS BA Lithium-Ion battery pack Goosen
Overview of the components Overview of the components Your conference system can comprise the following conferences units: Conference unit Functions Overview WiCOS D Delegate unit for discussions page 10 • 2 headphone sockets for the floor channel WiCOS C Chairman unit with moderator function page 11 • Next key and priority key • 2 volume control keys for the – voting mode – volume adjustment mode for the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers – media control mode • 2 headphone sockets for the floor
Overview of the components WiCOS wireless conference units WiCOS D delegate unit 3 1 4 K 2 J J I I H H : 1 Sound inlet basket for contributing to the discussion 2 Signal light ring indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak 3 Coupling ring locks the microphone 4 Microphone socket for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation 0 Microphone LED indicates a request to speak, the “speaking right” and the connection status of the conference unit A Micro
Overview of the components WiCOS C chairman unit 3 1 4 K 2 J J 5 I 6 H 8 9 Operating element Function/Meaning 1 Sound inlet basket for contributing to the discussion 2 Signal light ring indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak 3 Coupling ring locks the microphone 4 Microphone socket for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation 5 Priority key temporarily mutes all conference units or stops the discussion 6 Next key assigns the “speaking right”
Overview of the components WiCOS DV delegate unit with voting function 3 1 4 K 2 J J I H H I C B E G Operating element Function/Meaning 1 Sound inlet basket for contributing to the discussion 2 Signal light ring indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak 3 Coupling ring locks the microphone 4 Microphone socket for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation 0 Microphone LED indicates a request to speak, the “speaking right” and the connection st
Overview of the components Channel selection display E of the WiCOS DV delegate unit The channel selection display E can display two different views.
Overview of the components WiCOS CV chairman unit with voting function 3 1 4 K 2 J J I 5 H 6 B 9 Operating element Function/Meaning 1 Sound inlet basket for contributing to the discussion 2 Signal light ring indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak 3 Coupling ring locks the microphone 4 Microphone socket for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation 5 Priority key temporarily mutes all conference units or stops the discussion 6 Next key assi
Overview of the components Multi-function display 7 of the WiCOS CV chairman unit The multi-function display 7 can display three different operating modes. To switch between the operating modes and displays: 왘 Press the ABSTAIN key C for approx. 3 seconds. You can switch between the following modes and displays: – Voting mode (“Start/Stop Voting”) – Volume adjustment mode for loudspeakers (“Volume Control”) and – Media control mode (“Function key”).
Overview of the components Channel selection display E of the WiCOS CV delegate unit The channel selection display E can display two different views.
Overview of the components Rear of the conference console U V W Operating element Function/Meaning U RF link indicator displays the connection status with the access point V Battery pack connection for connection to the WiCOS BA battery pack W Battery guide rails ensure correct insertion of the WiCOS BA battery pack WiCOS BA Lithium-Ion battery pack Y X [ Z \ ] Operating element Function/Meaning X Socket for charging power for connection of the charging power supply, charges the battery
Overview of the components WiCOS AP access point a ^ b c d d f e f 95 mm g f h i f jk l m Operating element Function/Meaning ^ Status indicators displays the operating mode, the connection status and the RF signal quality a Antennas transmit and receive RF signals, adjustable b Reset key resets the access point to the factory default settings c Antenna coupling ring locks the antennas d Eyelets for wall mounting for mounting the access point to a wall e Antenna sockets for connectio
Overview of the components Overview of the web server n o p q r Operating element Function/Meaning n Main navigation Tabs of the main navigation level, always visible o Subnavigation Second navigation level, depending on the main navigation p Structure of the current category Different topics and categories of the current configuration page q Overview and configuration Selection possibilities and/or listing of the current configurations contents contents r Help on the current category Explan
Overview of the components WiCOS CASE transport case u t s w | { z y Operating element Function/Meaning s Microphone holder holds up to 12 gooseneck microphones t Lid separates the upper and lower shell of the case u Telescopic handle for pulling the transport case on its wheels v Catch locks the telescopic handle w Lock locks the transport case, can be locked with U-locks x Carrying handle for carrying the transport case y Wheels for easy transportation z Conference unit holder holds
Putting the conference system into operation Putting the conference system into operation Putting the access point into operation The access point controls the wireless communication between the individual conference units. Connecting the antennas The supplied rod antennas are mounted quickly and easily. They ensure reliable radio transmission within buildings. The transmission range is approx. 30 m. Always connect all 3 antennas to ensure reliable radio communication.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Connect the DC power supply } to the socket l. l 왘 Pass the cable of the DC power supply through the cable grip i as shown. i 왘 Slide the supplied country adapter ~ onto the DC power supply }. NT-AP 왘 Plug the DC power supply into a wall socket.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Connect the network cable to your computer or network. 왘 Call up the web server (see page 45). Connecting a system cable for integrated operation To integrate the WiCOS conference system into a wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system: j 왘 Connect a system cable (Sennheiser SDC CBL RJ45, see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 83) to the IN system socket (RJ 45) j.
Putting the conference system into operation 30 m The transmission range of the conference units and the access point is approx. 30 m. The transmission range can vary depending on location and environmental conditions such as wall thickness, wall composition etc. 30 m The access point can be Mounting the access point to a wall or ceiling • mounted to a wall or ceiling or • mounted on a stand or • placed on a flat surface (e.g.
Putting the conference system into operation Placing the access point on a flat surface CAUTION! Risk of staining of furniture surfaces! Some furniture surfaces have been treated with varnish, polish or synthetics which might cause stains when they come into contact with other synthetics. Despite a thorough testing of the synthetics used by us, we cannot rule out the possibility of staining. 왘 Do not place the access point on delicate surfaces. 왘 Place the access point on a flat, horizontal surface.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Tilt the microphone toward the participant. Checking the charge status of the battery pack 왘 Press the key [. The charge status indicator Z displays the current charge status: Z [ LED Z lights up Remaining capacity Remaining operating time 1 red 0-20 % approx. 4 hours 2 orange 20-40 % approx. 4-8 hours 3 orange 40-60 % approx. 8-12 hours 4 green 60-80 % approx. 12-16 hours 5 green 80-100 % approx.
Putting the conference system into operation The conference unit can be operated during the charging process. CAUTION! Danger due to electric current! If you use an unsuitable charging power supply, this can cause damage to the battery pack. 왘 Only use the WiCOS NT-BA charging power supply to charge the WiCOS BA battery pack. To connect the WiCOS NT-BA charging power supply: 왘 Slide the supplied country adapter ~ onto the charging power supply }.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Slide the battery pack into the battery guide rails W of the conference unit. The battery release clip ] locks into place. ] W 왘 Switch the conference unit on (see page 31). To remove the battery pack from the conference unit: 왘 Press the battery release clip ] and pull the battery pack out of the battery guide rails.
Switching the components on/off Switching the components on/off To switch the WiCOS conference system on, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the access point on (see next chapter). 2. Switch the conference units on (see page 31). The connection is automatically established. The conference system loads the last configuration used (see next chapters). Switching the access point on/off To switch the access point on: m ` ^ ^ 왘 Set the on/off switch m to position “1”. The last configuration used is loaded.
Switching the components on/off Function/Meaning Max. number of simultaneously active microphones To set the max.
Switching the components on/off Switching a conference unit on/off To switch a conference unit on : 왘 Press the microphone key A. The last configuration used is loaded.
Switching the components on/off Detailed information Configuration Function/Meaning Setting the initialization mode of the conference units To initialize the conference units on the access point see page 57 Encryption mode To set the encryption mode for radio transmission see page 67 To manually switch a conference unit off: 왘 Press the microphone key A for 3 seconds. The conference unit switches off. All LEDs and displays go off.
Running a conference Running a conference The character of your conference (i.e. the conditions under which the participants can take the floor, are assigned the “speaking right” or can listen to simultaneous interpretations) depends on the settings of the access point. You can adapt the conference system to your individual needs or use the factory default settings (see page 44).
Running a conference C CV D DV When the chairman assigns you the “speaking right”, your microphone switches on. The microphone LED 0 and the signal light ring 2 light up red. The loudspeaker K is muted. Depending on the conference mode and the speaker limit set, the microphone of the previous speaker will be switched off. 2 K With a chairman unit, you can take the floor at any time, without first having to be assigned the “speaking right”.
Running a conference Connecting headphones (WiCOS CV and WiCOS DV only) You can listen to the floor channel or the offered interpretation channels (where applies) via headphones (see next section). C CV D DV J 왘 Connect headphones with a 3.5 mm jack plug to one of the headphone sockets J. You can connect mono or stereo headphones.
Running a conference To adjust the volume: 왘 Press the headphone volume UP key H or the headphone volume DOWN key I: “+” to increase the volume or “–” to reduce the volume. The channel selection display E shows the volume on the headphone output S. As long as you keep the key H or I pressed, the LED next to the key lights up. C CV D DV J I H If you switch the conference units off and on again (see page 31), the headphone volume is reset to a medium level.
Running a conference Assigning a participant the “speaking right” C CV D DV 2 If – in “With Request” or “With Req. No Clear” mode – a participant presses the microphone key on his conference unit, he makes a request to speak. All participants who have made a request to speak will join a request-tospeak list. On the conference unit, the microphone LED 0 flashes green and the signal light ring 2 flashes red, indicating that the participant has made a request to speak.
Running a conference Muting all delegate units temporarily Using the priority function, the chairman can interrupt a discussion at any time. 왘 Keep the priority key 5 pressed for as long as you want to mute the conference units (push-to-mute function). All conference units – except for the chairman units – are muted. The microphone LED 0 and the signal light ring 2 of the previously active conference units flash red. As long as you keep the key 5 pressed, the LED next to the key lights up.
Running a conference If you are using the WiCOS CV chairman unit, you have to proceed as follows. To start a voting session: 왘 Keep the ABSTAIN key C pressed until the “voting mode” is shown on the multi-function display 7. The multi-function display switches between “voting mode”, “volume adjustment mode for loudspeakers” and “media control mode”. C CV D DV 7 You can also switch between the operating modes using the web server (see page 65). C 7 왘 Press the selection key B 9.
Running a conference To end or cancel the voting session: 왘 Press the selection key A 8. C CV D DV 8 The voting session is stopped. The LEDs next to the keys B, C and D go off. The voting result T is shown on the channel selection displays E of the conference units. E T To clear the voting result: 왘 Press the selection key A 8. The voting result T on the channel selection display E is cleared and the display changes to the interpretation channel view.
Running a conference If you are using the WiCOS C chairman unit, the set operating mode of the conference unit and the voting result cannot be displayed. You can nevertheless conduct voting session. 왘 Via the web server, set the function of the selection key A 8 and B 9 to “Start/Stop Voting” (see page 65). 왘 Start or stop voting session and delete voting results using the selection key A 8 and B 9 (for more information, see page 38).
Running a conference 왘 Press the C CV D DV – selection key A 8 to increase the loudspeaker volume or – selection key B 9 to reduce the loudspeaker volume. 9 8 The loudspeaker volume is changed. As long as you keep the key 8 or 9 pressed, the LED next to the key lights up. The volume of the conference units’ loudspeakers can also be adjusted via the web server of the access point (see page 59).
Running a conference 왘 Press the selection key A 8 or the selection key B 9 to trigger circuits via a home controller. Depending on the setting, pressing key 8 or 9 transmits a start signal or a stop signal. As long as you keep the key 8 or 9 pressed, the LED next to the key lights up.
Configuring the conference system Configuring the conference system If you change the factory default settings via the web server, the last settings used are loaded on a restart of the conference system. Loading the factory default settings – “Reset“ CAUTION! Loss of settings! If you reset the access point and the conference units to the factory default settings, custom settings are discarded. 왘 Before resetting the devices, note down the settings used.
Configuring the conference system After the reset, the following factory default settings are loaded: Configuration Factory default setting Network settings (IP address) System name: “WiCOS“ IP address mode: “Static“ IP: “192.168.0.10“ Subnet: “255.255.255.0“ Password protection “123“ RF signal strength (“Room size“) “Big“ Radio frequency “Automatically“ Country settings for radio communication “US/Canada“ (“Country selection“) Max.
Configuring the conference system Microsoft Windows XP operating system If you are using Microsoft Windows XP, proceed as follows in order to set a static IP address (see also the instruction manual of the operating system): 왘 Click “Start” and select “Control Panel”. The “Control Panel” window opens. 왘 Click “Network Connections“ A list of all the network connections on the computer appears. 왘 Right-click “Local Area Connection”. A shortcut menu appears. 왘 On the shortcut menu, click “Properties”.
Configuring the conference system Apple MacOS X operating system If you are using Apple MacOS X, proceed as follows in order to set a static IP address (see also the instruction manual of the operating system): 왘 Click the “Apple” icon and select “System Preferences”. The “System Preferences” window opens. 왘 Click “Network”. The “Network” window opens. 왘 From the “Show” drop-down list, select “Built-in Ethernet”. 왘 Click “Configure...”. The “Built-in Ethernet” window opens.
Configuring the conference system Accessing the access point (overview screen) Make sure the network communication between access point and computer is not blocked by a proxy server and/or a firewall. 왘 Switch the access point on (see page 29). 왘 Start a web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer or Firefox). 왘 In the address box of the browser, type the IP address of the access point: the factory default IP address 192.168.0.10 or your adapted IP address.
Configuring the conference system Adjusting the basic settings – “Setup“ Overview screen – “Summary“ The overview screen provides information on the system settings (“System Information”) and the device settings (“Device Information”), e.g. for servicing purposes. 왘 In the main navigation, click “Setup”. The “Summary” overview screen appears.
Configuring the conference system There are two ways to integrate the access point into the network and to use the web server. You can • integrate the access point into a network with static IP addresses or • integrate the access point into a network with DHCP. To call up the IP address settings: 왘 In the main navigation, click “Setup” > “TCP/IP Settings”. The “TCP/IP Settings” overview screen appears.
Configuring the conference system 왘 Press the Enter key. The web server appears in the browser window. If you have forgotten the new IP address, you can reset the access point to the factory default settings in order to be able to access the web server (see page 44).
Configuring the conference system 왘 Click “Save settings”. The settings are saved. The selected country is displayed in the “Selected Country Region” field. The conference system will only use frequencies and transmission powers that are approved and legal in the selected country/region. The country-specific radio settings for the United States and Canada, “US/Canada”, are the most restricted radio settings in the conference system. These settings are used as the factory default settings.
Configuring the conference system Adjusting the RF settings – “RF configuration“ Setting the RF signal strength – “General“ The RF signal strength of the conference system can be set in two different ways: • automatic setting of the RF signal strength (recommended) • manual setting of the RF signal strength 왘 In the main navigation, click “RF Configuration”. The “General RF settings” overview screen appears.
Configuring the conference system • automatic frequency selection (dynamic frequency management; recommended) • manual frequency selection The WiCOS conference system is factory preset to dynamic frequency management. This function automatically detects occupied frequency bands and switches to an unused frequency band, thus allowing for interruption-free operation and parallel use of the WiCOS conference system with other wireless conference systems, WLAN routers and other radio networks.
Configuring the conference system 왘 Click “Save settings”. The setting is saved. The conference system automatically selects the frequencies and switches to alternate frequencies if intermodulation occurs. To manually set a frequency range: CAUTION! Danger of intermodulation! If the automatic frequency management is deactivated, the radio signals of the conference system and the radio signals of other devices can be subject to intermodulation.
Configuring the conference system Monitoring the frequency ranges – “Quality“ The frequency range monitoring function displays occupied and unused frequency bands. 왘 In the main navigation, click “RF Configuration”. The “General RF settings” overview screen appears. 왘 Select the overview screen of the desired frequency range: – “Quality 2.4 GHz ISM“ – “Quality 5.15-5.35 GHz“ – “Quality 5.47-5.725 GHz“ – “Quality 5.8 GHz ISM“ A bar chart of the selected frequency range is displayed.
Configuring the conference system Color of bar Radio traffic green No radio traffic on the corresponding frequency: Your conference system should use this frequency. red Heavy radio traffic on the corresponding frequency: Your conference system should not use this frequency. If you have manually set your conference system to a frequency range, it might be that the frequency range monitoring displays the radio traffic of the set frequency range that is used by the conference system itself.
Configuring the conference system 왘 In the “Maximum number of active microphones” box, select the desired option button. The number of simultaneously active microphones can be between “1” and “8”. 왘 Click “Save settings”. The setting is saved. The speaker limit is set to the selected value. Regardless of the conference mode and speaker limit set, the following applies: • With a chairman unity you can take the floor immediately without first having to be assigned the “speaking right”.
Configuring the conference system By pressing the microphone key A ... Speaker limit “Direct access“ (factory default setting) ... you can take the floor immediately – provided that the speaker limit has not yet 1 to 8 (factory been reached. default setting: not required If the speaker limit has been 4) reached, you have to wait until one of the current speakers has finished speaking. – 1 ... you can take the floor immediately. not required The microphone of the previous speaker is switched off.
Configuring the conference system – “1” = low – “12” = very high The selected volume level is displayed between the two buttons. 왘 Click “Save settings”. The setting is saved. The loudspeaker volume is set to the selected level. The volume of the conference units’ loudspeakers can also be set via the WiCOS CV or WiCOS C chairman unit (see page 41). Setting the number of interpretation channels 왘 In the main navigation, click “Conference management”.
Configuring the conference system Setting the operating mode of the access point The access point is suitable for stand-alone operation or can be integrated into a wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system (slave mode operation). 왘 In the main navigation, click “Conference management”. The “General Conference Settings” overview screen appears. 왘 In the “Select the Operating Mode” box, select the “Stand Alone”, “SDC 8200” or the “TCS 5500” option button.
Configuring the conference system Monitoring initialized conference units – “Unit monitoring“ 왘 In the main navigation, click “Conference management” > “Unit monitoring”. The “Unit monitoring” overview screen is displayed.
Configuring the conference system To switch the test mode off: 왘 Click “Test LEDs OFF”. The indicators and displays of the initialized conference units go off.
Configuring the conference system To manually initialize certain conference units with the access point: 왘 Switch on all conference units that you want to use in your conference system (see page 31). 왘 In the “Init Control” box, select the “Manual” option button. 왘 Click “Clear Init List”. The existing “Units in Init List” list will be deleted (where applies). 왘 Click “Start init”. The initialization process starts.
Configuring the conference system Setting the operating mode/functions of the selection keys A and B – “Chairman Config” You can assign different operating modes and functions to the selection keys A 8 and B 9 of the WiCOS C and WiCOS CV chairman units. C CV D DV 왘 In the main navigation, click “Conference Management” > “Chairman Config”. The “Chairman Configuration Settings” overview screen appears.
Configuring the conference system Additional functions – “Service“ Logging function The access point logs various operating procedures. This function is primarily used as a diagnostic aid for troubleshooting. 왘 In the main navigation, click “Service”. The “Logging” overview screen appears. To start the logging: 왘 Click “Start”. The logging starts. To stop the logging: 왘 Click “Stop”. The logging stops. To save the log entries: 왘 Highlight the log entries.
Configuring the conference system Updating the firmware of the access point and the conference units – “Update“ CAUTION! Danger of damage to the access point and the conference units! Improper modification of the firmware (e.g. due to updates) can cause irreparable damage to the access point and the conference units. 왘 Only update the firmware if the function of your conference system is impaired or if the update is recommended by Sennheiser. 왘 Make sure that you use the correct update file.
Configuring the conference system Using default encryption 왘 In the “default key” box, select the “Use default key” option button. The setting is saved. The system encrypts all radio signals with the default encryption key. All components of the WiCOS series can communicate with each other using this encryption key. If you select the default encryption “default key”, you can use all WiCOS conference units without restrictions.
Configuring the conference system 왘 Assign these conference units the desired custom key as described on page 68. To no longer use a custom key: 왘 Initialize all required conference units with the access point (see page 63). 왘 In the “default key” box, select the “Use default key” option button. The setting is saved. The system encrypts all radio signals with the default encryption key. The access point can now use all WiCOS conference units again.
Transporting the conference system Transporting the conference system One of the advantages of the WiCOS wireless conference system is that it is easy to set up and dismantle again. This makes the conference system mobile and ensures flexibility of use. Preparing the access point for transport 왘 Switch the access point off (see page 29). 왘 Unplug the DC power supply from the wall socket. 왘 If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the access point.
Transporting the conference system Preparing the conference units for transport 왘 If necessary, unplug the charging power supply from the wall socket 왘 Unplug the connector from the socket for charging power supply. C CV D DV X 왘 If necessary, disconnect any headphones connected to the conference unit. 왘 Unscrew the coupling ring 3 of the gooseneck microphone. 3 4 왘 Carefully pull the gooseneck microphone out of the microphone socket 4.
Transporting the conference system Using the transport case For transporting the conference system, we recommend WiCOS CASE, an optionally available transport case on wheels. This case has padded compartments for an access point, 12 conference units and the microphones. It also allows you to pack and transport the power supply units and other accessories safely. To pack the transport case: 왘 Prepare the access point and the conference units for transport (see page 70).
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system You can integrate the WiCOS wireless conference system into the wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system.
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system For information on the configuration of your conference system, refer to the instruction manual of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system. You require system cables for slave mode operation of the WiCOS system. The system cables are available in lengths of 2 m, 3 m, 5 m, 10 m, 20 m and 50 m (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 83).
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system Interconnecting several access points Several interconnected access points are used: • to operate small wireless conference systems in stand-alone operation in several rooms in parallel and to interconnect these systems for slave mode operation if required and • to increase the radio coverage. The length of the system cable between two access points must not exceed 80 m.
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system 왘 From the central unit’s operating menu, choose with the jog wheel ç “Conference”, “Initialise Units” and “Automatic Init” one after the other. The text “Please wait” is shown on the display. Initialise Units 2 Automatic Init Automatic Init Please wait 왘 When the text “Press ENTER to Save Initialisation” is shown on the display, press the ENTER key †. The configuration is saved.
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system Full Init Press ENTER to Save 왘 Choose with the jog wheel ç “Full Init”. 왘 One after the other, press the microphone key A or § of all conference units in the order in which they are to be initialized. As soon as the initialization of a wired conference unit is accepted by the central unit, the signal light ring ¶ and the „Microphone active“ LED • of this conference unit go off.
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system Using stand-alone operation in parallel with slave mode operation Once you have connected one or several access points to the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system, you can continue to use an access point for stand-alone operation. For example, you can hold several conferences in parallel, in different rooms for instance. The SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system allows you to link all conferences to form one integrated conference.
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system to the instruction manual of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system. Only start voting sessions using the voting function with the parliamentary voting options (“yes”, “no”, “abstain”) as the WiCOS CV and WiCOS DV conference units support only this voting function. Otherwise, the result of the voting session could be falsified.
Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system Slave mode operation with an interpretation system SDC 8200 conference units SDC 8200 ID interpreter units WiCOS AP WiCOS AP SDC 8200 CU/CU-M WiCOS CV WiCOS DV Computer Configuring the interpretation system For how to configure the interpretation system and how to use the SDC 8200 ID interpreter units, refer to the instruction manual of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system and to the instruction manual of the SDC 8200 SYS-M and SDC 8200 SYS
Cleaning the conference system Cleaning the conference system CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the devices! Liquids entering the housing of the devices can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. 왘 Keep all liquids away from the devices. 왘 Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. 왘 Only use a slightly damp cloth to clean the devices from time to time.
If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Access point cannot be The DC power supply is not suitable switched on even though it (e.g. you are using the WiCOS NT-BA is connected to the DC charging power supply). power supply Web server cannot be called up Conference unit does not establish a transmission link with the access point Charge capacity drops rapidly Use the WiCOS NT-AP DC power supply for powering the access point.
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Specifications Specifications WiCOS AP access point Frequency response 150 - 15,000 Hz Frequency ranges 2,4 GHz; 5,1 - 5,8 GHz Signal-to-noise ratio > 70 dB(A) Supply voltage 24 V DC Power consumption 6W Operating temperature +5 °C to +45 °C Dimensions approx. 260 mm x 230 mm x 38 mm Weight approx.
Specifications Microphone gooseneck length approx. 380 mm Weight approx. 70 g Color matt black Certifications (WiCOS AP, WiCOS D, C, DV, CV, WiCOS BA) In compliance with Europe: EMC Radio Safety EN 301489-1/-17 EN 300328 EN 301893 EN 300440-1/-2 EN 60065 EN 62311 (SAR) USA (WiCOS BA only): Meets the requirements of the UL 1642 safety standard. The devices can be operated license-free in most countries of the European Union.
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 web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. CE Declaration of Conformity 0682 These devices are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC and 1999/ 05/EC. The declaration is available at www.sennheiser.com.
Manufacturer Declarations Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations! USA (WiCOS BA only): Meets the requirements of the UL 1642 safety standard. The devices can be operated license-free in most countries of the European Union. For more information, please contact your local regulatory authority for radio and telecommunications or your Sennheiser partner.
Index Index A Access point 9, 18, 21, 22, 23 configuring the access point 48 connecting to the SDC 8200 CU central unit 73 initializing the conference units with the access point 63 preparing the access point for transport 70 setting the country-specific limit values 51 setting the network address 49 switching off 30 switching on 29 Country selection 51 D Accessories 83 Direct access 59 Address range 45 Admin 52 Discussion ending a discussion 37 B Dynamic frequency management 54 Battery pack charg
Index I S Init Units 63 Setup 49 Integrated operation 5, 7, 73 Slave mode operation 5, 7, 73 Interpretation channels setting the number of interpretation channels 60 Spare parts 83 Interpretation system using the interpretation system 79 Specifications 84 M Summary 49 Maximum number of simultaneously active microphones 57 T Media control mode 15 activating the media control mode 42 Microphone activating the microphone 33 muting the microphone 38 switching off 34 Multi-function display 15 N
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