Clear-Com HLI-2W2, HMS-4X, HLI-4W2 User Manual

NETWORK PARTYLINE INTERCOM SYSTEM

HelixNet Partyline

Optimum Flexibility and Performance

For Highly-Dynamic Production Communications

HelixNet Partyline Platform

The Clear-Com HelixNet platform is the latest stage in intercom
evolution. Based on the groundbreaking I.V. Core Technology,
HelixNet delivers the legendary “Clear-Com Sound” you’ve come
to expect, along with the added benets of network intelligence,
ease of operations and simplied cabling.

Cabling Simplicity

Employ exible cable
options with the ability
to leverage an existing
cable infrastructure.

Network Intelligence

Central administration
of network from main

Audio Clarity

Hear every cue with
absolute clarity and
focus on information
without distraction.

station with a single cable.

ABOUT I.V. CORE TECHNOLOGY

Clear-Com’s Instant Voice Core (I.V. Core) is a suite of Internet Protocol (IP)
technologies at the heart of all HelixNet products. I.V. Core delivers:

• Low latency through the use of an intelligent decision engine that routes

• Superb audio quality through the use of wideband CODECS, enabled thanks

• Encryption, noise-reduction, and error-recovery through proprietary algorithms

Traditional Voice-Over-IP solutions mix and encode audio at the server, consuming
valuable IT network resources, reducing audio quality, and adding latency. In contrast,
the I.V. Core routes only packets that contain actual voice data, mixing and encoding
them just once at the client, thereby delivering a higher quality voice communications
experience than ever before possible.

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only the audio packets containing needed voice information.

to a highly optimized design that eliminates multiple encode/decode cycles.

optimized for human voice characteristics.

MAIN STATION

The HMS-4X HelixNet Main Station provides power and up to 20
networked channels of audio to support up to 20 digital beltpacks. The
sleek 1RU digital system can be mounted into any standard 19" rack.

MAIN STATION HIGHLIGHTS

High Channel Density. Up to 20 networked intercom

channels and power for beltpacks transmitted over
a single shielded twisted-pair (Ex. microphone cable,
CAT5, or CAT6 cable).

No Rewiring Required. System designed to preserve
investment by operating on existing infrastructure.

Single Cable Operation. Fewer cables save time
and cost during setup and conguration.

No Hum. No Buzz. All-digital system offers immunity
to electro-magnetic interference and ground loops.

High User Capacity. A single HMS-4X Main Station,
offering four channels, can support up to 20 beltpacks.
Main Stations can be connected over LAN or ber to
support many beltpacks over a network.

Quick Startup. Get up-and-running fast and effortlessly
with easy plug-and-go installation and hardware
auto-discovery.

Seamless Linking. Main Stations share resources over
a LAN or Fiber link so users can select local or remote
partyline channels and program audio feeds from the
beltpack. Optional two-wire and four-wire interface
modules further extend connectivity to existing analog
partyline or matrix intercoms.

Easy-to-Navigate Menu. Quick access to system settings
and conguration for fast and painless set up.

MAIN STATION FEATURES

Front Panel

• Remote Microphone Kill

• Stage Announce Out

• Line Status Indication

• Large Format OLED Displays

• Up to 10 Characters for User-dened Labels

• Talk and Call Keys

• Speaker and Program Level Controls

• Rotary Channel Level Controls

• USB-A and USB Micro-AB Ports

• XLR Headset Connector

• Microphone and Headset On/Off Key

Back Panel

• Universal Power Connector

• GPIO- DB-25 (Four Relays and Four Opto Inputs)

• Hot Microphone Output

• Stage Announce (SA) Out

• Program Input

• XLR-3M and XLR-3F Powerline Intercom Ports

• Ethernet Module

• Built-in Expansion Bays for Optional Interface Modules

including Ethernet LAN and Fiber Linking

Easy Updates. Apply rmware maintenance and
upgrades easily via USB ports.

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