User Guide
Arcadia Central Station
User Guide
Part Number: PUB-00021 Revision A
July 08, 2021
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Arcadia Central Station User Guide
Part Number: PUB-00021 Revision A
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Table of contents
1 Introduction 6
1.1 Product Features 7
1.2 Arcadia Central Station Interconnections 9
2 Upgrading Licenses 10
2.1 Introduction 11
2.2 Online Upgrading of Port Capacity 12
2.3 Offline Upgrading of Port Capacity 13
3 Installing Arcadia Central Station 17
3.1 Front Panel Connectors, Controls and Indicators 18
3.2 Intercom Touchscreens 20
3.3 Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators 22
3.4 System Powering 24
3.5 Clear-Com Ethernet Cable Recommendations 25
3.6 Stage Announce and Program Feed 26
3.7 Setting the Management IP Address 26
3.8 Saving and Restoring System Configuration 28
3.9 Resetting to Default 29
4 Introduction to the CCM 30
4.1 Accessing the CCM 32
4.2 Changing the CCM Password 33
4.3 Hardware Page Overview 34
4.4 Configuration Page Overview 35
4.5 Status Page 39
5 Example Applications 40
5.1 Fast and Easy Setup: E1 41
5.2 Using E1 With Six Transceivers 43
5.3 Using IP Transceivers with the Arcadia Central Station 45
5.4 Split Frequency Setup (5, 2.4 and 1.9 GHz System) 47
6 Connecting Transceivers 48
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6.1 Overview of Transceivers 49
6.2 Connecting Transceivers Over E1 50
6.3 Connecting Transceivers Over IP 54
7 Network Setup 55
7.1 Network Setup for IP Transceivers 56
7.2 Arcadia Central Station LAN Configuration Rules 61
8 Connecting to other systems 62
8.1 Connecting 2-Wire Systems 63
8.2 Connecting 4-Wire Systems 66
8.3 Connecting to Dante-Enabled Devices 70
9 Configuring from the CCM 73
9.1 Configuring Station Settings 74
9.2 Adding IP Transceivers (FS Edge, FS II 1.9) 79
9.3 Registering Beltpacks 80
9.4 Channels and Groups 82
9.5 Managing Channels 84
9.6 Managing Groups 88
9.7 Creating and Editing Roles 94
9.8 Setting up GPIOs and Logic Events 99
9.9 Monitoring System Status 102
10 Security 109
10.1 Warning 110
10.2 Introduction 110
10.3 Using Security Certificates 111
10.4 Forcing HTTPS 112
11 Configuring from the Front Panel 114
11.1 Introduction to Configuring from the Front Panel 115
11.2 Front Panel Menus 116
11.3 Passwords, Addresses and Reset to Default Settings 120
12 Upgrading Firmware 122
12.1 Introduction 123
12.2 Upgrading using the CCM 123
12.3 Upgrading using a USB stick 123
13 Spare parts 125
14 Front Panel Menu Reference Tables 126
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14.1 Audio Settings 127
14.2 Host Settings 127
14.3 2 W Audio (A/B) (C/D) 128
14.4 Discovery 128
14.5 Transceiver 129
14.6 Networking 130
14.7 Administration 131
15 Specifications 133
15.1 Arcadia Central Station 134
15.2 Capacity 137
15.3 Frequency Response - Station to Beltpack 137
15.4 Front Panel Headset Microphone 138
15.5 Network Specifications 139
16 Pinouts 141
16.1 GPIO pinouts 142
16.2 2-Wire Pinouts 143
16.3 4-Wire Pinouts 144
16.4 DECT Sync 144
17 Regulatory Compliance (Regulatory Model: 1410) 145
17.1 FCC Notice 145
17.2 FCC/IC/EC RF Exposure Warning 146
17.3 Industry Canada Compliance Statement 146
17.4 Korean Notice 146
17.5 European Union (CE mark) 147
17.6 United Kingdom (UKCA Mark) 147
17.7 Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Waste 148
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1 Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the Arcadia Central Station. It contains the following
sections:
1.1 Product Features 7
1.2 Arcadia Central Station Interconnections 9
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1.1 Product Features
The Arcadia Central Station is an IP-based standalone 1RU device supporting wired and
wireless endpoints with up to 96 total ports of connectivity, 64 of which are available for
Dante/AES67. Flexible licensing of features - including ports - allows Arcadia to expand over
time as needed, making it a future-proof investment. For more information, refer to the Arcadia
Knowledge Center.
Arcadia Central Station supports:
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l 16 IP transceivers (any combination up to a total of 16 of FreeSpeak II and FreeSpeak
Edge TCVRs)
l 10 E1 transceivers (any combination up to a total of 10 of FreeSpeak II 1.9 and 2.4
TCVRs)
l 32 wireless beltpacks (any combination up to a total of 32 of FreeSpeak II and FreeSpeak
Edge beltpacks
l 64 Dante channels
l Eight 4-wire ports
l Port 8 is dedicated to program feed and stage announce
l Four 2-wire ports (Clear-Com or RTS)
The secure browser-based Core Configuration Manager (CCM) offers intuitive configuration
and you also have the option of using the touch-sensitive front-panel screens.
You can connect the Arcadia Central Station to:
l Wireless transceivers:
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l 1.9 GHz - E1 or IP connection
l 2.4 GHz - E1 only
l 5 GHz - IP only
l 2-wire and digital partyline systems such and Encore
l Dante compliant systems
System limits:
l 100 channels
l 100 groups
l 200 roles
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1.2 Arcadia Central Station Interconnections
The following graphic shows an overview of how the Arcadia Central Station can interconnect with other intercom components.
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2 Upgrading Licenses
This chapter describes how to upgrade your Arcadia Central Station license. It contains the
following sections:
2.1 Introduction 11
2.2 Online Upgrading of Port Capacity 12
2.3 Offline Upgrading of Port Capacity 13
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2.1 Introduction
The Arcadia Central Station is available with several licensing options:
l 32 ports
l 48 ports
l 64 ports
l 80 ports
l 96 ports.
You can purchase additional port capacity in 16-port bundles to a maximum of 96 ports.
The additional 16-port bundles can be used for beltpacks and Dante connections (up to 32
beltpacks and 64 Dante ports).
Additional 16-port bundles are available from your Clear-Com dealer. When you purchase
additional port bundles, Clear-Com will send you a code for your licenses that can be activated
in the CCM of your Arcadia Central Station.
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For more information about licensing, refer to the Arcadia Knowledge Center.
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2.2 Online Upgrading of Port Capacity
Note: You can ONLY upgrade online if your PC and Arcadia Central Station have an Internet
connection on the same network.
1. Navigate to Hardware > Resources > Host > License, and select Add licenses online.
2. Enter the ticket you received from Clear-Com, and then select Validate.
3. Click the checkbox, select the quantity of 16-port bundles you wish to install and click
Activate.
4. You must reboot the Station before the licenses take effect. In the CCM, navigate to Status
> Overview > Host Device and select Reboot.
5. Once the licenses are activated, you will be able to see how many licenses you have in the
Hardware > Resources page under Licensed Ports.
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2.3 Offline Upgrading of Port Capacity
1. Navigate to Hardware > Resources > Host > License, and select Add licenses offline.
2. Select Get Context File.
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The context file downloads locally.
3. Click on Access License Server if the local PC has access to the internet. This will open a
new tab in the browser connecting to the license server. Otherwise, use another PC which
has internet access and connect a browser to http://license.clearcom.com:8080/webdepot/.
As you will download the licenses into the previously downloaded context file (step 2) you
need the context file on the new PC.
4. You will see the online license server. Enter your Clear-Com ticket number, and then Click
Next.
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5. The licenses on your ticket are displayed on the screen. Select Activate Licenses.
6. Select the left-hand option.
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7. Click File-based license transfer.
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8. Select the required license(s). Click Choose File and navigate to the context file
(downloaded in step 2). Select it. Then click Start Activation Now.
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9. Download the License Update File
10. Note: Do not Upload Receipt Now. Instead, return to the CCM and select Upload License
Update File.
11. Navigate to where you have stored the downloaded file from Step 9. The file is labeled
'Wibu- Systems Codemeter Receipt File'. Select the file. The license will upload.
12. You must reboot the Station before the licenses take effect. In the CCM, navigate to Status
> Overview > Host Device and select Reboot.
13. Once the licenses are activated, you will be able to see how many licenses you have in the
Hardware > Resources page under Licensed Ports.
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3 Installing Arcadia Central Station
This chapter describes the front and rear panels, power supplies and cabling recommendations.
It also describes network setup and illustrates example applications. It contains the following
sections:
3.1 Front Panel Connectors, Controls and Indicators 18
3.2 Intercom Touchscreens 20
3.3 Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators 22
3.4 System Powering 24
3.5 Clear-Com Ethernet Cable Recommendations 25
3.6 Stage Announce and Program Feed 26
3.7 Setting the Management IP Address 26
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3.8 Saving and Restoring System Configuration 28
3.9 Resetting to Default 29
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3.1 Front Panel Connectors, Controls and Indicators
The FreeSpeak Arcadia front panel connectors, controls and indicators are listed below.
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Item Description
A Headset connector (4-pin or 5-pin XLR).
B Gooseneck mic socket (1/4-inch jack)
C
Mic: when a headset is connected, this button switches audio between the
headset mic and the gooseneck mic.
HDST: when a headset is connected, this button switches the headset
microphone output to the loudspeaker.
Menu: Press to enter menu mode. Press again to exit, or allow menu mode to
time out.
Fn: Function button. No functions currently available.
D
Rotary Encoders. Use these to control channel volume or to navigate through
the menu system.
E Loudspeaker
F
Main Volume Level LEDs:
l Red - high volume level
l Amber - medium volume level
l Green - low volume level
G Main Volume Control
H Speaker active LED
I Color touchscreen displays
J Pin reset
K Power Supply Unit LEDs
L
USB A connector. Use to:
l Register beltpacks
l Upgrade the Arcadia Central Station
l Save/Restore system settings
l Obtain detailed logs for diagnostic purposes
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3.2 Intercom Touchscreens
Item Description
A Listen activation indicator.
B
Volume level indicator. Control the volume with the rotary
controller next to the channel/audio source.
C Talk button.
D Call button. Use this to send a call signal.
E
Menu button. Touch to see:
l Stage Announce
l All talk
l Remote mic kill (RMK)
The Arcadia Central Station has two intercom control touchscreens, available when the front
panel screens are not in menu mode. Each touchscreen provides access to two keys which can
be configured for channels, groups or point to point communications channels.
3.2.1 Left Intercom Touchscreen
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3.2.2 Right Intercom Touchscreen
Item Description
A
Channel indication. Audio routes can be point-to-point or
channels.
B
Notification bar
l Beltpack registration
l Progress of upgrades
l Support information gathering
l Resoration of configuration progress
C
Reply button. Use CLEAR to clear the currently visible
entry (does not clear the entire key stack).
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3.3 Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators
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Item Description
A Internal power connector. Mains power lead with internal power supply.
B Grounding screw.
C
General Purpose Input/Output connectors x2 (DB-9F).
l GPIO 1 hosts GPI1 and GPO1 & 2
l GPIO 2 hosts GPI2 and GPO 3 & 4.
D XLR 2-wire Partyline connectors (standard microphone cable)
E
RJ45 4-wire audio and data connectors. Port 8 is dedicated to Program Feed
(PGM) and Stage Announce (SA), to be used with the split XLR cable
connector that is supplied with the Arcadia Central Station.
F Dect Sync RJ45 connectors, IN, OUT.
G
E1 RJ45 connectors to splitter/transceiver. Do not connect IP transceivers
here.
H
SFP cage for E1 fiber connection to splitter/transceiver. Either single-mode or
multi-mode fiber modules. Modules must match existing cabling. Do not
connect IP transceivers here.
I
RJ45 LAN connectors. IP transceivers, the configuration PC and Dante are
connected here. Capacity 1Gb.
J SFP cage for fiber LAN connectors. Capacity 2.5Gb.
K SA/PGM
L
External power supply connector. CAUTION: Before using, see System
Powering on page 24.
The FreeSpeak Arcadia rear connectors and indicators are listed below.
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3.4 System Powering
1. Connect the external power
supply 12V cable connector (A) to
the rear chassis 12V input
connector of the Station.
Note: When connecting the power
cable, be sure to push until the
connector locks into the device.
2. Connect External Power Supply
mains cord (B) to the AC input
source.
There are two power supplies:
l Mains power connector (IEC) internal power supply
l DC connector. External AC/DC power adapter
12V DC, 12A
Use one power connector, or both to guard against one failing.
3.4.1 Using the External DC Power Connector
CAUTION: YOU MUST CONNECT THE EXTERNAL DC POWER SUPPLY IN THE ORDER
DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED BELOW:
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Cable recommendations
Category (Cat) Higher Cat numbers will support a higher
bandwidth. Therefore, by using a higher Cat
number you are future proofing your system
to some extent.Example:
l Cat 5e : up to 1 GB
l Cat 6: up to 10 GB
Use Cat 5e or higher.
American Wire Gauge (AWG) The lower the AWG number, the less
temperature rise there wil be in the cable
when using PoE. This is particularly important
for bundles. Local building regulations may
rule out the use of 26 AWG or higher,
depending on the installation. Check with your
local building regulations.Use AWG 24 or
lower.
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) or Foiled
Twisted Pair (FTP)
Using shielded cable means less problems
with interference from other sources. This
means that your installation will be more
robust if you use shielded cables.
3.5 Clear-Com Ethernet Cable Recommendations
Note: Overall recommendation: Use Cat 6a, 23 AWG STP cable.
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3.6 Stage Announce and Program Feed
Your Arcadia Central Station is supplied with an RJ45 connector that uses a splitter cable to
split into two XLR connectors. If you wish to use an external Stage Announce (SA) and Program
Feed (PGM), you must connect this to the RJ45 port labeled SA/PGM (port 8) on the rear of
your device, and connect your input (PGM) and output (SA) to these connectors.
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Navigate to Configuration > Channels in the CCM and click the add button next to the
PGM and SA ports to put them into channels as required. These audio resources can be routed
to Channels, Groups, Roles and Logic events (GPIOs).
Note: These resource are unidirectional (simplex, not duplex).
3.7 Setting the Management IP Address
By default your Arcadia Central Station works with DHCP IP addressing. However, you can set
a static IP address for any of the station IP ports (with the exception of Dante audio that is
defined by the Audinate Dante Controller).
The Management IP address can be set:
l From the Arcadia Central Station front panel menus
l From the Core Configuration Manager (CCM)
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3.7.1 Setting the Management IP Address from the Front Panel Menus
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Using the far left rotary controller, navigate to Networking.
3. Select (Management.
4. Navigate to DHCP and select DISABLED. Push to select menu item.
5. A numerical touchscreen keypad appears in the screen.
6. Using the touchscreen, press Clr to clear the IP address field.
7. Enter the new IP address using the touchscreen.
8. Press OK.
9. Edit the subnet if required.
10. Press OK.
11. The Management IP address has been changed.
3.7.2 Setting the Management IP Address from the CCM
To access the CCM, see Introduction to the CCM on page 30.
1. In the CCM, navigate to Hardware > Resources.
2. Click anywhere on the Arcadia Central Station panel under Hosts.
3. In the Network tab, click Management.
4. Select Static.
5. Enter the required IP address and press the [Enter] key.
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For more information, see: Arcadia Central Station LAN Configuration Rules on page 61.
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3.8 Saving and Restoring System Configuration
Clear-Com recommends that you make a backup of your system configuration using the Save
option that is available in the CCM and the front panel menu system.
3.8.1 Saving System Configuration in the CCM
The Save and Restore options are available in the CCM top navigation bar.
When you click Save, all system configuration; channels, roles and network details are saved to
a file (.cca) on your computer.
3.8.2 Saving System Setup in the Front Panel Menus
1. Insert a USB drive into the USB connector on the front of the Arcadia Central Station.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. Using the rotary controllers, navigate to Administration > Settings > Save.
4. Push the 4th rotary controller. System setting are saved to the USB drive. The progress of
this Save is shown in the notification bar on the front panel.
3.8.3 Restoring System Configuration
Your system configuration can be restored to the Arcadia Central Station at any time using the
Restore button in the CCM and also from the front panel menu system.
On restore, the saved configuration is reapplied to the Arcadia Central Station. The following
aspects of the configuration are optionally restored:
l Network settings (IP addresses)
l Over The Air system ID.
You do not get these options when restoring by USB directly to the Arcadia Central Station. If
you want to restore system settings taken from different Stations, you must use the CCM
Restore option, as restoring directly from the Arcadia Central Station in this situation would
restore network and OTA system ID and IP and could cause wireless ID conflicts.
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3.9 Resetting to Default
Your Arcadia Central Station can be reset to default settings either from the front panel menus
or from the Core Configuration Manager (CCM).
Note: When you use a pin reset on front the front of the Arcadia Central Station the device reboots.
3.9.1 Resetting to Default from the Arcadia Central Station Menu System
1. Press the Menu button on the front of the Arcadia Central Station.
2. Using the rotary controllers navigate to Administration > Reset > Reset to Default >
Reset Base.
3. Press the 4th rotary controller.
4. The device will reset to factory defaults and reboot.
Network settings are also reset, and the password is reset to default.
3.9.2 Resetting to Default from the CCM
1. In the CCM, navigate to Status > Overview > Host Device.
2. Select Reset to Default.
3. From the confirmation dialog box, click Reset to Default.
4. The device will reset to factory defaults and reboot.
Network settings are not reset, and the password is also not reset.
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4 Introduction to the CCM
This chapter describes the main pages of the Core Congfiguration Manager (CCM). It contains
the following sections:
4.1 Accessing the CCM 32
4.2 Changing the CCM Password 33
4.3 Hardware Page Overview 34
4.4 Configuration Page Overview 35
4.5 Status Page 39
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The CCM is an easy-to-use browser-based software tool with intuitive menus that enable you to
quickly set up, configure and edit your system. It provides an overview of all the system
components and interfaces. It is password protected and suitable for use in poorly lit
environments.
You can access the CCM using the following internet browsers:
l Chrome
l Safari
l Firefox
l Microsoft Edge
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4.1 Accessing the CCM
1. Make sure that the Arcadia Central Station is connected to a network using the LAN
connector that is configured for management (Default LAN 1) on the rear panel of the
device (see Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators on page 22).
2. Open a supported internet browser on a desktop that is connected to the same network as
the Arcadia Central Station.
3. In the browser address field, enter the IP address of the Arcadia Central Station. You can
find this from the front panel menus, see Configuring from the Front Panel on page 114.
The login screen appears:
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If you enter an incorrect user name or password, an error message appears and you are
prompted to re-enter your user credentials.
4. Enter the username and password, and then click Login.
The default values are:
n username: admin
n password: find the default password in the front panel menu system
Note: The username and password are case sensitive.
The CCM Hardware page opens.
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Note: On first opening the CCM, the Hardware page opens. On subsequent occasions, the Status
page opens.
4.2 Changing the CCM Password
Change the password to one of your own choosing in the top right corner of the navigation bar.
Note: You can reset your password to the default at any time from the Arcadia Central Station front
panel menus.
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4.3 Hardware Page Overview
The Hardware page of the CCM is where you set up your system. It gives an overview of the
hardware and ports that are present. From this page, you can use the Add Resource button to:
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l View a list of both discovered and registered transceivers
l Add any discovered transceivers to the system
l Remove any registered transceivers from the system
l Register beltpacks to the system
l Create Dante ports (Arcadia Central Station only)
In the Hardware Resources page you can:
l Adjust settings on interface ports
l Configure network information (LAN ports and IP addresses) for the Station and
transceivers
l Upgrade firmware
l Find and change administrative details, such as:
l Administration PIN
l OTA System ID
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l FreeSpeak Edge Wireless regions
l Change FreeSpeak Edge 5 GHz channels
l FreeSpeak II AA battery types and PINs
4.4 Configuration Page Overview
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The Configuration page of the CCM is where you configure the intercom aspects of your
system (add audio to channels and set up talk and call keys). It consists of four areas:
l Channels
l Roles
l Groups
l Logic (GPIOs)
The Configuration page enables you to:
l View existing channels and add new channels
l Add ports to channels
l View existing groups and add new groups
l View and edit roles
l View and edit General Purpose Inputs (GPIs) and General Purpose Outputs (GPOs)
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4.4.1 Channels Page
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The Channels page enables you to view channels and add ports to channels. Audio keys
(beltpacks and other devices) are added to channels in the Roles page. The center panel on
this screen shows the live state of audio routing.
4.4.2 Groups Page
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The Groups Page allows you to view Groups and add ports to Groups. Roles are added to
Groups in the Roles page.
4.4.3 Roles Page
The Roles page enables you to create roles for the devices in your intercom system.
Roles are made for:
l The Arcadia Central Station
l FreeSpeak II beltpacks
l FreeSpeak Edge beltpacks
A role can be made that can be used with either an FS II beltpack or an FS Edge beltpack (this
role can only be used on one beltpack at any one time).
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The Roles page of the CCM enables you to:
l View, edit, add and delete roles.
4.4.4 Logic Page
The Arcadia Central Station offers six fully configurable GPIOs, increasing the range and
possible uses of controls and relays.
l 2 x GPIs. These can be used, for example, to allow the station operator to open an audio
route to a Channel using a foot switch, or to route a program feed to a Channel, Group or
beltpack when an on-air light comes on.
l Up to 10 different audio routes can be generated on each GPI.
l 4 x GPOs. The most common uses for output relays are to turn on an on-air light, connect
to a radio, or send an input to an external audio console.
l Up to 10 different actions can be generated on each GPO.
l You can also set up extended control sequences in the Control Logic section.
Relays (GPOs) and GPIs are configured in the Configuration > Logic page of the Core
Configuration Manager (CCM) and can be viewed and tested on the Status > Logic page.
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4.5 Status Page
From the Status page of the CCM, you can view the status of all the resources that are
connected to the Arcadia Central Station. These include:
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l Transceivers
l Beltpacks
l Interface ports
Here you will see error and warning states.
Note: Error states are used exclusively to indicate that audio via this resource is not working.
You can quickly see if entities are:
l Offline
l Online
l Initializing
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5 Example Applications
This chapter contains examples of typical applications. It contains the following sections:
5.1 Fast and Easy Setup: E1 41
5.2 Using E1 With Six Transceivers 43
5.3 Using IP Transceivers with the Arcadia Central Station 45
5.4 Split Frequency Setup (5, 2.4 and 1.9 GHz System) 47
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5.1 Fast and Easy Setup: E1
The FreeSpeak II E1 transceivers use an E1 connection (telecommunications standard) directly
to the Arcadia Central Station. The Core Configuration Manager (CCM) is the easiest way to
configure your system, but this setup can be configured with minimal use of the CCM if you work
with the default role setup. Using the default setup, all devices have talk and forced listen keys
to Channel 1 and Channel 2 and can engage call signals to those channels.
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5.1.1 Outline of General Setup and Configuration
l For E1 setup, see Connecting Transceivers Over E1 on page 50.
l To access the CCM, see: Introduction to the CCM on page 30.
l To register beltpacks, see Registering Beltpacks on page 80.
l To set Port Function, see Port Function on page 67.
l To perform null and set power, see Connecting 2-Wire Systems on page 63.
l To connect Program Feed, see Stage Announce and Program Feed on page 26.
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5.2 Using E1 With Six Transceivers
This setup includes two splitters, both connected via shielded Cat 5e cable using E1
connectivity. Four channels are configured in the CCM: Channel 1=ALL, Channel 2=Lighting,
Channel 3=Sound, Channel 4=FoH. 16 roles are configured for the beltpacks.
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5.2.1 Outline of General Setup and Configuration
l For E1 setup, see Connecting Transceivers Over E1 on page 50.
l To set the splitter DIP switches, see the FSII Splitter Quick Start Guide (FSII SPL-QSG) in
the Clear-Com FreeSpeak II Knowledge Center on the Clear-Com website:
Clear-Com Freespeak II Knowledge Center
l To access the CCM, see: Introduction to the CCM on page 30.
l To register beltpacks, see Registering Beltpacks on page 80.
l To set port settings for 2-wire sources, see Connecting 2-Wire Systems on page 63.
l To set port settings for 4-wire sources, see Connecting 4-Wire Systems on page 66.
l To connect program and stage announce, see:
Stage Announce and Program Feed on page 26.
l To configure channels, see Managing Channels on page 84.
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l To configure Roles, see Creating and Editing Roles on page 94.
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5.3 Using IP Transceivers with the Arcadia Central Station
This setup has a total of 6 FS Edge transceivers with 16 Beltpacks connected. The IP
transceivers are connected via a network that is configured for AES67 traffic. These are
configured using the CCM. There are four 2-wire partylines and a Dante network.
Note: The Dante network must be on a different VLAN or network from the IP transceivers.
Note: The AES67 network must be set up correctly for the IP transceivers in order to meet the needs
of Clear-Com IP transceivers for high levels of PTP accuracy.
See the AoIP Network Recommendations guide, available from the Clear-Com FSII Knowledge
Center.
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5.3.1 Outline of General Setup and Configuration
l For network setup, see Network Setup for IP Transceivers on page 56.
l To access the CCM, see: Introduction to the CCM on page 30.
l To add IP transceivers to your system, see Connecting Transceivers on page 48.
l For information on the connection process for IP transceivers, see the Quick Start Guides
(QSGs) for FS Edge IP transceivers available from the FreeSpeak Edge Knowledge
Center.
l For information about connecting to 2-wire systems, see:
Connecting 2-Wire Systems on page 63.
l For information about connecting to Dante, see:
Connecting to Dante-Enabled Devices on page 70.
l For information about Channels, see Managing Channels on page 84.
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l For information about Roles, see Creating and Editing Roles on page 94.
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5.4 Split Frequency Setup (5, 2.4 and 1.9 GHz System)
This setup has:
l E1 FS II transceivers (1.9) with 5 beltpacks
l FS Edge IP transceivers (5) with 6 beltpacks
l FS II IP transceivers (2.4) with 5 beltpacks.
The E1 Transceivers will automatically connect to the Arcadia Central Station once powered,
but the Edge and IP transceivers require additional configuration in the CCM and must be
connected to a network that is configured for AES67 traffic.
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6 Connecting Transceivers
This chapter describes how to connect to E1 and IP transceivers. It contains the following
sections:
6.1 Overview of Transceivers 49
6.2 Connecting Transceivers Over E1 50
6.3 Connecting Transceivers Over IP 54
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6.2 Connecting Transceivers Over E1
E1 is a telecommunications standard whereby data and power are sent over Cat 5/6 or Fiber
cable (data only). E1 connections must have dedicated cabling as it is not possible to use
network switches with this technology.
FreeSpeak II systems (1.9 and 2.4 GHz) can be connected to the Arcadia Central Station using
E1 connectivity.
Note: You must not connect E1 1.9 GHz and IP 1.9 GHz transceivers at the same time.
Transceivers can be connected directly to the Arcadia Central Station (up to two transceivers)
or connected using FreeSpeak II splitters (up to 2 splitters, each hosting up to 5 transceivers so
up to 10 transceivers in total).
Transceivers/splitters are connected to the Arcadia Central Station using connectors G and H.
See Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators on page 22.
Note: Transceivers and splitters can be connected using Fiber or copper cable. If you use Fiber, the
devices MUST have local power and you MUST configure the ports to fiber in the CCM (default
= RJ45). Navigate to: CCM > Host > Wireless > Wireless Transceivers.
Example connection with a splitter
Note: The splitter connections are switched between RJ45 and Fiber routing using DIP switches
inside the splitter.
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For more examples of connection options and how to set the DIP switches, see the FreeSpeak
II Splitter Quick Start Guide available from the FreeSpeak II Knowledge Center.
6.2.1 Cable Distances - E1 Connections
Arcadia Central Station to TCVR/splitter
TCVR directly connected to and powered by
the Arcadia Central Station
l 328 ft (100 m) using shielded 24 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
l 164 ft (50 m) using shielded 26 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
TCVR directly connected to the Arcadia
Central Station with local/direct power at
TCVR
l 2625 ft (800 m) using shielded 24 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
l 1312 ft (400 m) using shielded 26 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
Arcadia Central Station to splitter (splitter is
powered)
l 2625 ft (800 m) using shielded 24 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
l 1312 ft (400 m) using shielded 26 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
Splitter to TCVRs
TCVRs powered by splitter
l 328 ft (100 m) using shielded 24 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
l 164 ft (50 m) using shielded 26 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
TCVRs have local/direct power
l 2625 ft (800 m) using shielded 24 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
l 1312 ft (400 m) using shielded 26 AWG
Cat 5/6e cable
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6.2.2 Using a Transceiver With a Fiber Connection
To connect a Arcadia Central Station to a splitter (FSII-SPL) using Fiber, you must install Fiber
modules to the Arcadia Central Station and the splitter.
l Modules are available for single mode Fiber cable (HLI-SMFO) and multi-mode Fiber
cable (HLI-MMFO).
l Modules, which must be ordered from Clear-Com are supplied as a pair, one for the
Arcadia Central Station and one for the splitter.
l Modules can be hot patched. There is no need to power off devices.
l To install the modules, simply remove the dust cap from the connector port and slide the
module into the connector.
Note: When using a Fiber connection, all devices must have local power supplied.
6.2.3 E1 Transceiver/Splitter Port Connection Type (RJ45 or Fiber)
Transceivers/splitters can be connected to the Arcadia Central Station using either RJ45 cable
or fiber cable.
The connection type for the ports is determined by a software setting in the Core Configuration
Manager (CCM). Default setting is RJ45.
The CCM determines the connection type for both connectors; you must chose either RJ45 or
Fiber. It is not possible to mix these connection types on the Arcadia Central Station.
Setting FSII Transceiver/Splitter Connection Type
1. In the CCM, navigate to Hardware > Hosts > Wireless.
2. Select FreeSpeak II > Transceiver Port type as required.
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6.2.4 Setting Cable Length Offset (E1)
Cable length offset is used to prevent the DECT or radio signals between transceivers getting
out of synchronization. If transceivers are not synchronized, beltpack handover will not happen
effectively. This is particularly important if you have overlapping transceiver coverage zones
(RF cells) or the beltpacks need to move between coverage zones.
Cable length offset or transceiver sync compensation needs to be set when:
l The difference in total cable length between transceivers is ≥ 1640ft / 500m (this includes
both fiber and copper cable runs).
Example
TCVR #1: total cable length = 328ft /100m
TCVR #2: total cable length = 2788ft / 850m
The difference in cable length between transceivers = 2460ft / 750m. Therefore, in this case you
must set transceiver cable length on both transceivers. This allows any latency to be calculated
and offset by the system.
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In the configuration tool, navigate to: Resources > Transceivers > Details > General > Cable
Length
6.3 Connecting Transceivers Over IP
When connecting IP transceivers, connect them to the LAN connector that is configured for
AES67 on the rear of the Arcadia Central Station using Ethernet cable.
See Network Setup for IP Transceivers on page 56.
Once your transceivers are set up on the network you will add them to your system using the
CCM or the Front Panel.
See Adding IP Transceivers (FS Edge, FS II 1.9) on page 79.
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7 Network Setup
This chapter describes how to set up and configure your network for Arcadia Central Station IP
transceivers. It contains the following sections:
7.1 Network Setup for IP Transceivers 56
7.2 Arcadia Central Station LAN Configuration Rules 61
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7.1 Network Setup for IP Transceivers
The Arcadia Central Station has four IP addresses. IP traffic is spread over these addresses.
See LAN ports 1 - 4 (I and J). SeeRear Panel Connectors and Indicators on page 22.
The LAN ports are fully user configurable but you can work with the following default settings:
l LAN 1: Management and AES67 (AoIP) audio traffic are combined on this connector
l LAN 2: Not configured
l LAN 3: Not configured (SFP)
l LAN 4: Not configured (SFP)
7.1.1 Connection to IP Transceivers, Example 1
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7.1.2 Connection to IP Transceivers and Dante, Example 2
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7.1.3 Connection to IP Transceivers and Dante, Example 3
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7.1.4 Connection to IP Transceivers, Example 4
If you are connecting to a network set up where there is lots of traffic, either management or
AES67, Clear-Com recommends that you split AES67 traffic into its own segment.
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7.1.5 Setup Rules
l The default setup (management and AES67 audio on the same connector) is intended for
use with a dedicated network switch for the Arcadia Central Station and its transceivers
(see example network setup, example 1).
l If you do not have a network switch that is dedicated to the Station and transceivers,
Clear-Com recommends that you split AES67 traffic onto a separate LAN (see example
network setup, example 4). This is in order to accommodate the IP transceivers' need for
high clocking accuracy. Too much traffic on your network will degrade the performance of
your IP transceivers.
l For the AoIP network, try to keep the number of layer 2 hops between PTP leader and
follower as low as possible (no more than 3). If more are required, consider using a
Boundary Clock or a Transparent Clock.
l For more information on achieving a well-regulated PTP network and recommendations
for suitable switches, see Clear-Com AoIP Network Recommendations available from the
FreeSpeak II Knowledge Center.
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l Use DHCP (the default setting) for fast and easy setup of the devices. If the device does
not encounter a DHCP server on the network it will automatically allocate an address in
the link-local range (169.254.xx.xx).
l IP addresses can be configured statically under Hardware > Resources > Network in
the CCM.
l For information on the 5 GHz transceiver (status and connection indicators) see the Edge
Transceiver Quick Start Guide available from the FreeSpeak Edge Knowledge Center.
l Connection status indicators on the FreeSpeak II IP transceiver are the same as the Edge
transceiver (no channel scan).
l For PoE to the transceivers you will need a PoE enabled network switch.
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7.2 Arcadia Central Station LAN Configuration Rules
Note: Do not plug any two LAN ports into the same LAN or VLAN. This can create a network loop
affecting IP stability.
Note: Configuring/changing the AES67 IP address will cause the Arcadia Central Station to reboot.
AES67 Rules
l AES67 should not be on the same subnet as Management unless they are on the same
LAN port (rear port)
l AES67 cannot be on the same LAN port as DANTE primary or secondary
IP Rules
l The IP addresses cannot be in the reserved range: 10.0.0.0-10.0.0.7
l The IP addresses cannot be in the LQ tunnel range 172.23.xxx.xxx
l The IP addresses cannot be in the localhost range 127.xxx.xxx.xxx
l The IP addresses cannot be in the multicast range 224.xxx.xxx.xxx-239.xxx.xxx.xxx
Static IP Rules
l The static IP addresses cannot be in link local range: 169.254.xxx.xxx
Dante Rules
l Dante primary and secondary cannot be on the same LAN port (rear connector)
Management Rules
l You cannot disable Management
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8 Connecting to other systems
This chapter describes how to connect your Arcadia Central Station with other intercom
systems. It contains the following sections:
8.1 Connecting 2-Wire Systems 63
8.2 Connecting 4-Wire Systems 66
8.3 Connecting to Dante-Enabled Devices 70
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8.1 Connecting 2-Wire Systems
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When connecting 2-wire equipment the following applies:
l Every time equipment is changed on a 2-wire interface (port) you should perform nulling.
You must null every time you add wired resources to your system.
l No one should listen during the nulling process.
l It is good practice to press the remote mic kill (RMK) button on all channels before
nulling.
l Beltpacks can be powered by the Arcadia Central Station via the partyline. Quantity of
beltpacks and length of cable are variables, dependent on the type of devices and
existing cabling. To calculate what will work best in your circumstances, see the Encore
Partyline Power Calculator, available from the Clear-Com website.
l Enable/disable the partyline power. Default setting: Disabled.
These functions can be set either in the 2-wire port settings page of the Core Configuration
Manager (CCM) or from the front panel screens on theArcadia Central Station.
l Enable/disable Line termination. The line should only be terminated once on
interconnected devices, do not terminate on more than one piece of equipment. Default
setting: Disabled.
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Line termination is set in the CCM (not the front panel menu system). To do this, in the CCM
navigate to: Hardware > Resources > Physical Ports. See below.
To configure 2-wire port settings in the CCM navigate to: Hardware > Resources > Physical
Ports > (select port) :
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8.1.1 Using Stations to Interconnect Equipment
Device Type Supports call signalling?
HelixNet HLI-2W2* Yes
Encore MS-702/4 Yes
Encore RS Beltpack RS-701 / 702 / 703 Yes
RTS 2-wire equipment
Yes, but does not pass call signalling to 4-wire
audio routes.
FreeSpeak/FreeSpeak II Base II* Yes**
2-way radio Yes, via a TW-47 interface
When connecting Clear-Com Stations to other Clear-Com equipment and third-party systems
(2-wire) use the following guidelines.
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*Where there is a choice between a 2-wire and a 4-wire connection, 4-wire provides the best
audio quality and is preferred.
** On a FreeSpeak II Base Station only ports 3 and 4 support call signalling.
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8.2 Connecting 4-Wire Systems
When connecting to 4-wire equipment the following applies:
l To minimize noise and meet regulatory requirements, use screened (shielded) cable
when connecting 4-wire ports.
l Pinout configuration (Port Function) can be set on all the Arcadia Central Station 4-wire
interfaces. This is a software switch that switches the configuration of the pins on the
RJ45 connectors according to the device you are connecting to. Default setting: 4-wire-X.
8.2.1 Example Connections
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8.2.2 Port Function
Pin No 4-wire 4-wire-X (default)
1 Data in + Data out +
2 Data in - Data out -
3 Audio in + Audio out +
4 Audio out + Audio in +
5 Audio out - Audio in -
6 Audio in - Audio out -
7 Data out + Data in +
8 Data out - Data in -
Check this function whenever you are connecting 4-wire devices (not GPIO DB-9M connectors)
to your Arcadia Central Station. Default = 4-wire-X.
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About Port Function
Clear-Com products are designed so central audio routing devices (base stations and matrices)
can connect directly to other Arcadia Central Stations using a straight-through CAT 5/6 cable.
The pin assignments (inputs and outputs) on these devices are complementary. Previously, a
crossover cable was necessary when connecting bases to other bases (RJ45 connector). It is
no longer necessary to use a crossover cable as there is now a Port Function toggle which
changes pinouts as required. To set this function navigate in the CCM to Hardware >
Rescources > Physical Ports and select the required 4-wire port.
Port Function Pinouts
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Setting Port Function (Pin Polarity) on a 4-Wire Connection
1. Connect the devices using 1:1 Cat5/6/6e cable.
2. In the CCM, navigate to Hardware > Resources > Physical Ports.
3. Select the 4-wire port.
4. Select Port Function.
8.2.3 Using Stations to Interconnect Equipment
When connecting Clear-Com Stations to other Clear-Com equipment and other third-party
systems (4-wire) use the following guidelines:
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Device Type Port Function
Supports call
signalling?
HelixNet HLI-4W2 4-wire Yes
MVX-A16 (Eclipse Matrix) 4-wire-X
Yes
(Identified as a CCI-22 in
the software)
Other matrices (third party)
Depends on third-party
pinout
No
HME DX210/DX410 4-wire Yes
FreeSpeak/FreeSpeak II Base II 4-wire Yes**
FreeSpeak Edge Base
Arcadia Central Station
When connecting two
Stations with a straight
cable, the Port Function
settings must be as follows:
Station 1: 4-wire
Station 2: 4-wire-X
Yes
2-way radio : 4-wire device with
relay activation *
Depends on third-party
pinout
Yes (call signal can fire
relay)
* Connect to a DB9 on the Station rear.
** On a FreeSpeak II Base Station only ports 3 and 4 support call signalling.
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8.3 Connecting to Dante-Enabled Devices
To configure Dante connections you must be familiar with the Audinate Dante Controller,
available from the Audinate website.
Before configuring the connection in the Dante Controller, you must determine which of the 4
RJ45 LAN connectors on the Arcadia Central Station you wish to use for Dante network traffic.
See Rear Panel Connectors and Indicators on page 22.
Note: The PC running the Audinate Dante Controller must also be connected to the Dante network.
Note: The Dante connection on the Station supports both Dante and Dante (AES67).
Determining which LAN connector you wish to use for Dante must be done in the CCM.
Navigate to Hardware > Resources and click on the host panel to see the host device settings.
Under the Network tab, select the port for Dante. This port will default to a DHCP setting. If you
wish to configure a static IP address you must do this in the Dante controller.
Note: LAN 3 and 4 are for use with an SFP module (either fiber or RJ45 ).
LAN connectors can be configured in any way you wish, but the CCM enforces that you MUST
NOT configure IP transceivers (AES67) and Dante traffic on the same network. This is because
AES67 network traffic has higher timing requirements than Dante network traffic, due to the
need for IP transceivers to achieve DECT synchronization.
When configuring Dante connections, the Dante subsystem IP configuration is determined by
the Dante Controller.
1. In the CCM, navigate to Hardware > Resources > Host > Network and configure Dante
on the LAN connector you wish to use for Dante connections.
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2. Connect a cable (Cat5/6e or fiber) to the LAN connector that is designated for Dante.
Connect the other end to a switch on your Dante network.
3. Open the Dante Controller and check that the network interface details are correct.
4. Check network and connection details under the Status tab in the CCM.
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5. Details can also be viewed in the Dante Controller.
6. Route the channels as required in the Dante Controller.
7. You will see available Dante ports in the Configuration page of the CCM. These ports can
be assigned to channels on the Arcadia Central Station in the usual way.
8. Select the required channel click the + icon next to the port.
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9 Configuring from the CCM
This chapter describes how to use the CCM to set up, configure and monitor your intercom
system. It contains the following sections:
9.1 Configuring Station Settings 74
9.2 Adding IP Transceivers (FS Edge, FS II 1.9) 79
9.3 Registering Beltpacks 80
9.4 Channels and Groups 82
9.5 Managing Channels 84
9.6 Managing Groups 88
9.7 Creating and Editing Roles 94
9.8 Setting up GPIOs and Logic Events 99
9.9 Monitoring System Status 102
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9.1 Configuring Station Settings
To configure the Arcadia Central Station, click anywhere on the Hosts panel under Hardware >
Resources.
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Here you can:
l Configure the network
l Upgrade the Arcadia Central Station and connected resources
l Change the following wireless beltpack system settings:
l Administration pin numbers
l FS Edge wireless region (important for system compliance)
l FSII battery type, if you are not using the supplied Li-ion batteries you may use
Alkaline or NiMH type batteries
l Configure security settings
l Add new licenses (only for the Arcadia Central Station)
Click the pencil icon to name your Arcadia Central Station .
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9.1.1 Configuring the Network
After changing the network configuration, you must click Apply or [Enter] key.
For information see: Arcadia Central Station LAN Configuration Rules on page 61.
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9.1.2 Upgrading
Device to upgrade File extension
Arcadia Central Station, FS II IP TCVR, FS Edge IP TCVR .ccf
FS II beltpack, FS II E1 TCVR .fww
FS Edge beltpack .ccu
To upgrade the Arcadia Central Station and connected resources:
1. Select the Upgrade tab.
2. Select File then navigate to where the upgrade file is stored on your computer.
3. Select the file and when the Upgrade button lights, click it. This begins the upgrade
process.
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9.1.3 Setting Up the Wireless Beltpack System
Select the Wireless tab.
From the Wireless tab, you can set or view the following System and Station settings.
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System
l The administration pin for your wireless system, used by the beltpack to be able to access
privileged functionality
l System ID. This is used to differentiate this system's RF signals from those of other
systems
l Beltpack role list sorting:
l Role number
l Alphabetical
FreeSpeak Edge
l The wireless region for your FreeSpeak Edge beltpacks. The region set here MUST
match the hard-coded setting on your Edge transceiver or the system will not work. You
will see an error flag in the Status page if the regions do not match. Please contact your
Clear-Com representative if you have any difficulties with this.
l Select from a list of 5 GHz channels that you can exclude and prevent transceivers from
using.
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FreeSpeak II
l AA Battery type. You can choose not to use the Li-ion batteries supplied with the
beltpacks, in which case you must specify battery type here. Choose between:
l Alkaline (AA) batteries (default setting)
l NiMH batteries for use in settings where air pressure is an issue (for instance on an
underwater site).
l The OTA pin you need for over-the-air (OTA) registration of your FreeSpeak II beltpacks.
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9.2 Adding IP Transceivers (FS Edge, FS II 1.9)
Note: To add E1 transceivers, see Connecting Transceivers Over E1 on page 50.
To add IP transceivers:
1. Navigate to Hardware > Resources and select Add Resource. The following screen
appears.
2. Select IP Transceivers. The following screen appears:
3. Select the transceiver that you want to register from the left-hand area of the screen, and
click the right-hand arrow.
The selected transceiver appears in the right-hand list of registered transceivers.
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9.3 Registering Beltpacks
Before you can use a beltpack, you must register it. This enables the Arcadia Central Station to
associate the beltpack with roles and assigned keys.
You can register a beltpack in two ways:
l By USB cable. When registering a beltpack in this way, a role that assignes keys to the
beltpack is automatically created and fixed to the beltpack. The role can be edited as
required in the Configuration > Roles page of the CCM.
l Over The Air (OTA). When you register a beltpack in this way you must create a role for it
manually in Configuration > Roles before the beltpack can connect.
9.3.1 Registering a beltpack by USB cable
This method of registering beltpacks is recommended for fast and easy set up.
To register a beltpack using a USB cable, connect a beltpack to Arcadia Central Station using a
USB A to micro USB B (FSII) / USB C (FSE) cable. The beltpack can be powered on either
before or after connection. The Arcadia Central Station will show 'Beltpack [ID] is now
registered' in the front menu screens.
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Note: When beltpacks are registered in this way, a role with two channels (1 and 2) is automatically
generated and applied to the beltpack. Roles can be edited at any time in the Configuration
page of the CCM.
9.3.2 Registering a beltpack OTA
To register a beltpack using OTA:
1. Navigate to Hardware > Resources and click Add Resource. The following screen
appears:
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2. Click Start OTA Registration.
Note: A timer is started indicating how long the system is open for registration. You can close OTA
registration on the system at any point.
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9.4 Channels and Groups
Channels and groups are both essentially digital containers for audio sources, allowing
communication between members.
9.4.1 Channels
AChannel operates as an intercom Partyline or conference. All members can talk to and listen
to all other members, as long as they have keys to do so.
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The default key behavior setting for a wireless beltpack in a Channel is Talk and Forced
Listen. For more information, see Key Behavior.
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9.4.2 Groups
A Group configuration enables an announcement or broadcast to a number of members at the
same time.
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A group member can reply directly to the announcer using the Reply key. The other group
members will not hear this.
To set up a group, you must first put the members in the Group. Then, when the members are in
the Group, you can set up a key or keys to talk to it.
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9.5 Managing Channels
From the Channels tab, you can:
l View existing channels and add or remove new channels.
l View existing ports, and add or remove ports from the channel.
To access the Channels screen, navigate to Configuration > Channels. The Channels
screen appears.
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9.5.1 Viewing Information About a Channel
When you open the Channels screen, the left-hand panel displays a list of all the channels that
are currently present. The following information is displayed for each channel.
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Status
A green tick mark indicates that all the ports that are configured for the channel are connected.
Otherwise, a warning triangle is shown.
Name
This field contains a label that enables you to identify the channel.
Note: A label can contain up to 10 characters. You can edit this label from the center panel.
Online
This indicates how many of the total channel members are online.
Talkers
This indicates how many members have active talk routes on this channel.
9.5.2 Adding a New Channel
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To add a new channel:
Click the new channel icon . A new entry appears in the list of added channels.
1.
Note: You can only add new channels up to a maximum number (100).
2. Add any required ports to the channel.
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9.5.3 Adding Ports to a Channel
To add ports to a channel:
1. From the Channel panel, select the channel in which the port is to be added.
From the Ports panel, click the add port icon of the port that you require.
2.
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The port is now added to the channel, and appears in the list of ports in the center panel.
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9.5.4 Removing Ports From a Channel
To remove a port from a channel:
1. From the Channels panel, select the required channel.
Click the remove icon of the port that you want to remove.
2.
The port is removed.
9.5.5 Deleting a Channel
To delete a channel:
1. From the Channels panel, select the channel that you want to delete.
2. Remove all the ports from the channel
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Click the More Actions icon , and select Delete.
3.
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9.6 Managing Groups
From the Groups tab, you can:
l View existing groups and add or remove new groups.
l View existing ports, and add or remove ports from the groups.
Note: Beltpacks are added to Groups in the Roles page.
To access the Groups screen, navigate to Configuration > Groups. The Groups screen
appears:
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9.6.1 Viewing Information About a Group
When you open the Groups screen, the left-hand panel displays a list of all the groups that have
been created. The following information is displayed for each group.
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Status
A green tick mark indicates that all the ports that are configured for group are connected.
Otherwise, a warning triangle is shown.
Name
This field contains a label that enables you to identify the group.
Note: A label can contain up to 10 characters. You can edit this label from the center panel.
Online
This indicates how many of the total group members are online.
Talkers
This indicates how many FS II beltpacks or logic-routed ports have active talk routes on this
group.
9.6.2 Adding a New Group
To add a new group:
Click the new group icon . A new entry appears in the list of added groups.
1.
Note: You can only add new groups up to a maximum number (100).
2. You can now add any required ports and members to the group.
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9.6.3 Adding Ports and Roles to a Group
To configure a group you must first put the members in the group. These can be ports and/or
roles. When you have done this you will configure a talk key to the group (group administrator).
Adding Ports to a Group
1. From the Group panel, select the group in which the port is to be added.
From the Ports panel, click the add port icon of the port that you require.
2.
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The port is now added to the group, and appears in the list of ports in the center panel.
Adding Roles to a Group
1. In the Roles page, select the role you wish to add to the group.
2. On the left side of the screen, select Group Membership.
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Configuring a Talk Key to the Group
1. In the Roles page, select the role you want to talk to the group.
2. Configure a talk key to the group (Talk Only)
When you have configured members and a talk key to a group, you will see the group by
selecting it in the Groups page. The group administrator will talk to the whole group. The group
members can talk directly back to the group administrator using the Reply key. This
communication will not be broadcast to the group, only the administrator will hear.
9.6.4 Removing Ports from a Group
To remove a port from a group:
1. From the Groups panel, select the required group.
Click the remove icon of the port that you want to remove.
2.
The port is removed.
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9.6.5 Deleting a Group
To delete a group:
1. From the Groups panel, select the group that you want to delete.
2. Remove all the ports from the group
Note: If you do not remove the ports, you will be prompted to do so in step 3.
3. Click the trash can icon. The group is deleted.
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9.7 Creating and Editing Roles
From the Roles page, you can view, add, edit, clone or delete roles.
9.7.1 Viewing Roles
To view roles, navigate to Configuration > Roles. The following screen appears.
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A list of roles appears on the left-hand side of the screen.
9.7.2 Adding Roles
To add roles:
1. Navigate to Configuration > Roles.
2. Click Add Roles. The following screen appears.
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3. Enter a label for the role, the number of roles required and choose which endpoints will use
this role (FS II, FS Edge or both). Only one beltpack can use the role at a given time.
Note: When creating multiple roles, the system will add an incrementing numerical suffix to
the role name. Roles names must be unique.
Note: You can also edit the label and endpoint assignments from the icons that appear
beside each role in the left-hand side of the screen.
4. Click Create. The new role appears in the list of roles in the left-hand side of the Roles
screen.
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9.7.3 Editing Role Key Assignment
1. Navigate to Configuration > Roles and select required role on the left of the screen.
2. Click on the small white squares.
The key assignment screen appears.
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3. Click to select the required audio source.
9.7.4 Configuring Role Settings
To configure the settings for a role:
1. Navigate to Configuration > Roles, and select the required role from the list of roles in the
left-hand side of the screen.
2. From the Settings panel on the right-hand side of the screen, scroll to the required setting.
3. Edit the setting as required.
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9.7.5 Cloning Roles
To clone roles:
1. Navigate to Configuration > Roles, and select the role that you wish to clone from the list
of roles in the left-hand side of the screen.
2. Click CLONE.
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The role is cloned and added to the list of roles in the left-hand side of the screen.
9.7.6 Deleting Roles
To delete roles:
1. Navigate to Configuration > Roles, and select the role that you wish to delete from the list
of roles in the left-hand side of the screen.
2. Click DELETE.
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The role is deleted and removed from the list of roles in the left-hand side of the screen.
9.7.7 Setting Key Behavior
Key Behavior
Options
Resulting Audio Behavior
Talk-Only Press key to talk. Key only controls talk.
Listen-Only Press key to listen. Key only controls listen.
Talk and Listen Press key to talk and listen.
Dual Talk and Listen
(beltpacks only)
Press key to talk and listen. Listen latches on or off according to
preference (quick tap to latch). The user can push and hold (PTT) to
activate talk.
Force Listen Permanent listen.
Talk and Forced
Listen
Permanent listen, push key to talk.
Force Talk and
Force Listen
(beltpacks only)
Permanent listen and talk.
Audio keys can be set to different Talk and Listen states. These key behavior states apply to the
keys on the Arcadia Central Station and beltpacks and panels. Key behavior is configured in the
Roles tab in the CCM. See Creating and Editing Roles on page 94.
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9.8 Setting up GPIOs and Logic Events
9.8.1 Overview
l 2 x GPIs
l 4 x GPOs
l Unlimited Logic Events
l Each GPI/GPO hosts up to 10 different events or actions. These actions can be turned off
or on in the Status > Logic page of the CCM.
l 2 x DB 9F connectors on the rear of the Arcadia Central Station (C). See Rear Panel
Connectors and Indicators on page 22.
l For DB 9F pinouts, see Pinouts on page 141
9.8.2 Examples of GPIs
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On an input from an external device, an audio route can be established between two entities.
l If an on-air light comes on, the program feed (PGM) can be routed to a Channel or
beltpack.
l Use a footswitch to allow the station user to open an audio route to a Channel.
l On an input from a two-way radio, an audio route can be established to a channel (the
radio talks to the channel).
9.8.3 Examples of GPOs
GPOs are triggered (sent to an external device) when a Talk, Talk & Listen or a Call comes
into a named entity.
l When someone talks to stage announce, an output relay (GPO) is sent to the external
stage announce speaker.
l When someone talks to a channel labeled Radio, an output is sent to a 2-way radio.
l When a call signal (Call) comes into a channel, and output is sent to turn on an on-air
light.
9.8.4 Examples of Logic Events
l An output can be triggered on a crosspoint activation (when someone presses a talk key).
l An input can be used to trigger a call signal.
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9.8.5 Configuring GPIs
This example opens a talk route from the Arcadia Central Station to a Channel when an input
occurs on GPI1 (for instance, from a footswitch).
Navigate to Configuration > Logic.
1. On the left panel, click GPI1 to select it.
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Click the Add button in the center panel.
2.
Click the Options button to select a Source. Select Arcadia.
3.
Click the Options button to select a Destination. Select the required Channel.
4.
5. Click the blue check mark.
6. To label the GPI, click the pencil icon.
7. To test the GPI, or turn it on and off, navigate to Status > Logic. See:
Logic Page on page 38.
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