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Chapter 2 Installing the VoIP Loudspeaker Amplifier 5
2.1 Parts List ..................................................................................................................................................5
The Voice-over-IP (VoIP) Loudspeaker Amplifier (Wireless, AC powered) uses a single cable to
connect to existing LANs, and Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) to broadcast messages over your
public address system. The small footprint and low height makes this an ideal loudspeaker
amplifier to discreetly mount almost anywhere.
1.1 Typical System Installation
Figure 1 illustrates how the VoIP Loudspeaker Amplifier (Wireless, AC Powered) is normally
installed as part of a public address system.
Figure 1. Public Address System
1
Generic PoE Hub
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1.2 Product Features
VoIP Loudspeaker Amplifier
●
SIP (RFC 3261) compatible
●
Dual-Speed 10/100 Mbps
●
Web-based configuration
●
Web-based firmware upgradeable
●
High-efficiency speaker driver
●
PoE (Power-over-Ethernet)
●
8W output under PoE
●
16W max. output (Non-PoE)
●
Supports 8 ohm horn speakers
●
Moisture-proof NEMA enclosure
1.3 Supported Protocols
The Loudspeaker Amplifier supports:
● SIP
● HTTP Web-based configuration
Provides an intuitive user interface for easy system
loudspeaker amplifier operations.
● DHCP Client
Dynamically assigns IP addresses in addition to the option to use static addressing.
● TFTP Client
Facilitates Web-based firmware upgrades of the
● RTP
● RTP/AVP - Audio Video Profile
● Audio Encodings
PCMU (G.711 mu-law)
PCMA (G.711 A-law)
Packet Time 20 ms
configuration and verification of
latest loudspeaker amplifier capabilities.
1.4 Supported SIP Servers
The following link contains information on how to configure the loudspeaker amplifier for the
supported SIP servers:
See Table 2-5 for details about connecting the loudspeaker amplifier.
Table 2-5. Loudspeaker Amplifier Connections
ConnectionConnection DetailsLocation
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Loudspeaker
Ethernet
a
AC
a.Consult a licensed electrician for local electrical code requirements.
2.2.3.1 Loudspeaker Type
The CyberData VoIP Loudspeaker Amplifier supports an 8 Ohm Bogen or equivalent unamplified
loudspeaker. See Figure 2-4.
● Use two binding posts for up to 0.083 inch
diameter loudspeaker wire.
● Use a RJ 45 cable.
● For a phase connection, use a press-down
connector for 14 AWG solid copper wire.
● For a neutral connection, use a press-down
connector for 14 AWG solid copper wire.
● For an earth/ground connection, use a screw-
down connector for 14 AWG solid copper wire.
Figure 2-4. Hornspeaker
VoIP paging amplifier
VoIP paging amplifier
AC panel
2.2.3.2 Cabling/Wiring
You may connect a loudspeaker to a loudspeaker amplifier with a good quality speaker cable that is
limited to 25 feet in length.
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2.2.4 Confirm Operation
After connecting the loudspeaker amplifier to the ethernet hub, use the LEDs on the loudspeaker
amplifier face to confirm that the loudspeaker amplifier is operational and linked to the network.
Figure 2-5. Loudspeaker Amplifier LEDs—Power and Link
Power LED (blue/green)
Link LED (green/yellow)
Figure 2-6. Loudspeaker Amplifie
r LEDs—Status and Activity
Status LED (green)
Activity LED (green)
Table 2-6. Loudspeaker Amplifier LEDs
LEDColorFunction
PowerBlue/GreenThe power LED is illuminated a steady blue when the power is
on and blue/green when the amplifier is in the high power mode.
StatusGreenAfter supplying power to the loudspeaker amplifier:
1. The green Status LED illuminates after approximately five
nds to indicate the start of the firmware verification and load
seco
process.
2. After approximately 15 seconds, the Status LED begins to
link at one second intervals to indicate the start of the firmware
b
boot process.
3. After approximately 35 seconds, the loudspeaker amplifier
b
eeps once to indicate that it is operational.
4. The Status LED will continue to blink at one second intervals
to indicate normal operation.
LinkGreen/YellowThe Link LED is illuminated green for a 10Mb link or
ellow/green for a 100Mb link when the network link to the
ActivityGreenThe Activity LED blinks to indicate network traffic.
2.2.5 Confirm the IP Address, Test the Audio, and Check the Volume
When the loudspeaker amplifier is operational and linked to the network, use the Reset Test
Function Management (RTFM) switch (Figure 2-7) on the loudspeaker amplifier face to announce
and confirm the loudspeaker amplifier’s IP Address,
volume.
Figure 2-7. RTFM Switch
test that the audio is working, and check the
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RTFM switch
To announce a loudspeaker amplifier’s current IP address:
1. Press and hold the RT
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FM switch until it beeps (after one second).
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2. Release the switch to hear the IP address announcement, and check the loudspeaker amplifier
volume.
Caution
Equipment Caution: Pressing and holding the RTFM switch for longer than
20 seconds will restore the loudspeaker amplifier to the factory default
settings. See
2.2.6 Adjust the Volume
To adjust the loudspeaker amplifier volume, turn the Vo l u m e dial (Figure 2-8) on the loudspeaker
amplifier face.
Section 2.6, "Restore the Factory Default Settings".
Click on this button to save your configuration settings.
Changing a parameter that has an asterisk next to it will
cause a system reboot when saved.
Click on this button to do an audio test. Generates a voice
message for testing the speaker audio quality and volume.
Link to the Network Setup page.
Link to the SIP Setup page.
Links to the MGROUPS Setup page.
Link to the Upgrade Firmware page.
a.If you select No for RTFM Announcement, you will not hear a beep or associated RTFM audio.
However, the return to default settings function remains active. If you wish to return to default
settings, hold the RTFM button at least 20 seconds, then release the button.
3. After changing the parameters, click Save Settings.
2.3.4 Configure the SIP Parameters
1. Click SIP Setup to open the SIP Setup page (Figure 2-12).
NoteFor spec
http://www.CyberData.net/support/voip
ific server configurations, go to the following URL:
2.5 Upgrade the Firmware and Reboot the Loudspeaker
Amplifier
To upload the speaker firmware from your PC:
1. Set up a TFTP server.
If you do not already have a TFTP server r
TFTP Server”.
2. Retrieve the latest speaker firmware from the CyberData website:
w
ww.CyberData.net/support/voip
3. Unzip the speaker version file. This file may contain the following:
•y
unning on your network, see Chapter B, “Setting up a
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4. Copy the firmware files to be upgraded to the
•c:\tftp-root\ (for Windows)
•/tftpboot/ (for Linux)
5. Log in to the speaker home page as instructed in Section 2.3.1, "Log in to the Configuration
Home Page".
6. Click the U
pgrade Firmware button to open the Firmware Upgrade page. See Figure 2-14.
Figure 2-14. Firmware Upgrade Page
appropriate TFTP server directory:
VoIP Loudspeaker Amplifier
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7. Enter the IP address of your TFTP server into the TFTP Server IP parameter field.
8. Enter the firmware filename of the file to be uploaded into the New Filen
ame parameter field.
For example, kernel filename "201-image-spk-sip.bin".
9. Click Up
NoteThis
load File.
starts the upload process. Once the speaker has uploaded the file, the Uploading
Firmware countdown page appears, indicating that the firmware is being written to flash.
The speaker will automatically reboot when the upload is complete. When the countdown
finishes, the Firmware Upgrade page will refresh. The uploaded firmware filename should
be displayed in the system configuration (indicating successful upload and reboot).
10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 if you are uploading the Kernel and Applic
For example, App
Ta bl e 2-13 sh
lication filename "201-romdisk-spk-sip.img".
ows the web page items on the Firmware Upgrade page.
ation files.
Table 2-13. Firmware Upgrade Parameters
Web Page ItemDescription
System ConfigurationShows the current configuration.
BootnameShows the current boot loader filename.
KernelShows the current kernel filename for partition 1 and 2.
ApplicationShows the current application filename for partition 1
and 2.
Load new firmware to Partition 1Enter the TFTP Server IP address.
New FilenameEnter the new file name for the kernel or application
rmware file that you are uploading.
fi
Click on this button to automatically upload the selected
firmware and reboot the system.
Before you mount the enclosure, make sure that you have received all of the parts for each
enclosure. Refer to Table A-15.
Table A-15. Wall Mounting Components (Part of the Accessory Kit)
QuantityPart NameIllustration
3#8 Sheet Metal Screws
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NoteThe loudspeaker amplifier
a building will require additional hardware for weatherproofing, cabling access, and
lightning suppression. Consult a certified electrician for details.
See Figur
NoteFo
e A-1 to mount the enclosure.
r mounting, use the three #8 SHEET METAL SCREWS to secure the enclosure.
was designed for indoor use. Mounting it on the external part of
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Upgrading the VoIP Loudspeaker Amplifier firmware requires a TFTP server on which you access
the Web interface where you can upload the firmware files.
B.0.1 In a LINUX Environment
To set up a TFTP server on LINUX:
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1. Create a directory dedicated to the TFTP server, and
directory.
2. Run the following command where /tftpboot
Step 1: the directory that contains the files
in.tftpd -l -s /tftpboot/your_direc
B.0.2 In a Windows Environment
You can find several options online for setting up a Windows TFTP server. This example explains
how to use the Solarwinds freeware TFTP server, which you can download at:
http://www.CyberData.net/support/voip
To set up a TFTP server on Windows:
1. Install and start the software.
2. Select F
3. Make a note of the default directory name, and then move the firmware files to be uploaded to
that
ile/Configure/Security tab/Transmit Only.
directory.
move the files to be uploaded to that
/ is the path to the directory you created in
to be uploaded. For example:
tory_name
4. You can find several options online for setting up a
how to use the Solarwinds freeware TFTP server, which you can download at:
http://www.CyberData.net/support/voip
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When returning a product to CyberData, an approved CyberData RMA number must be printed on
the outside
approved RMA number. Send the product, in its original package, to the following address:
of the original shipping package. No product will be accepted for return without an
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r RMA number"
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C.4 Warranty
CyberData warrants its product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two
years from the date of purchase. Should the product fail within the warranty period, CyberData will
repair or replace the product free of charge. This warranty includes all parts and labor.
If the product is out-of-warranty and fails, a flat rate r
price will be assessed. Repair costs for products that are in warranty, but damaged by improper
modifications or abuse, will be charged at the out-of-warranty rate. Products returned to CyberData,
both in and out-of-warranty, are shipped to CyberData at the expense of the customer. Charges for
shipping repaired products back to the customer will be paid by CyberData.
accessory kit 5
activity LED 11
address, configuration login 13
announcing a loudspeaker amplifier’s IP address 11
announcing a speaker’s IP address 22
asterisk 15, 18
audio encodings 2
C
default loudspeaker amplifier settings 26
DHCP Client 2
DHCP IP addressing 15
dimensions 3
DNS server 15
E
enclosure, mounting 27
expiration time for SIP server lease 20
F
factory default settings 26
firmware upgrades 29
H
home page 13
http web-based configuration 2
changing
the web access password 17
configurable parameters 14, 15, 17, 20, 24
configuration
default IP settings 13
network 15
SIP 18
using Web interface 13
configuration home page 13
CyberData contact information, c
support, service 31
orporate, sales, tech
D
default
gateway 6, 13, 26
IP address 6, 13, 26
loudspeaker amplifier settings 33
subnet mask 6, 13, 26
username and password 6, 13, 26
web login username and password 13
default gateway 6, 13, 15, 26
default IP settings 13
default login address 13
I
illustration of enclosure mounting process 27
installation, typical loudspeaker amplifier system 1
IP address 6, 13, 15, 26
IP addressing
15
J
jumpers, settings 7
L
lease, SIP server expiration time 20
LEDs 10
link LED 10
Linux, setting up a TFTP server on 29
local SIP port 20
log in address 13
loudspeaker amplifer configuration page
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network configuration of loudspeaker amplifier 15
network link activity, verifying 10
Network Setup 15
product
configuring 13
mounting 27
parts list 5
product features 2
product overview
product features 2
product specifications 3
supported protocols 2
supported SIP serv
typical system installation 1
product specifications 3
protocols supported 2
ers 2
R
reboot 24, 25, 26
registration and expiration, SIP server lease 20
remote SIP port 20
reset test function management switch 11
resetting the IP address to the default 27, 31
restoring factory default settings 26, 33
RMA returned materials authorization 31
RTFM switch 11, 26
RTP/AVP 2
O
output 3
P
packet time 2
part number 3
parts
#8 sheet metal screws 27
parts list 5
password
changing for web configuration access 17
for SIP server login 20
login 13
restoring the default 6, 13, 26
port
local SIP 20
remote SIP 20
port baud rate 3
power LED 10
power requirement 3
power, connecting to loudspeaker amplifier 8
S
sensitivity 3
server address, SIP 20
setting up a TFTP server 29
settings, default 26
SIP (session initiation protocol) 2
SIP Configuration 18
SIP configuration
SIP Server 20
SIP registration 20
SIP server 20
SIP servers supported 2
static IP addressing 15
status LED 10
subnet mask 6, 13, 15, 26
supported protocols 2
T
technical support, contact information 31
TFTP server 2, 29
truss head screws 5
warranty 32
web access password 6, 13, 26
web access username 6, 13, 26
web configuration log in address 13
web-based loudspeaker amp
weight 3
Windows, setting up a TFTP server on 29
lifier configuration 13
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