Lightspeed flexcat User Manual

User Manual

Flexible Audio for Group Learning

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1: 4 Important safety instructions
Overview 5 System components and unpacking

6 Optional components
7 Redcat Access controls, connections & indicators

9 Flexmike controls and connections
10 Flexcat pod controls and connections
11 Remote control functions and indicators

SECTION 2:

12 1. Determine set-up locations

Initial Set-up 13 2. Plug in the charging station and Redcat

14 3. Charge Flexcat components
15 4. Power on all components
15 5. Ensure all components are ready
16 6. Set up the Flexmike + earbud
17 7. Determine placement of the speaker pods
18 8. Setting system volume levels

SECTION 3: 19 Daily operation instructions
Daily Operation 19 Remove and place the pods

19 Remove the microphone and put it on
19 Remove the remote and begin instruction
20 Using the remote
20 Pod call button
20 Return all components to charging station

SECTION 4: 21 Tips and Tricks

Addtional
Operation
Information

22 Using optional pods #5-6
23 Multimedia audio integration

25 Wall-mounting Redcat Access speaker

SECTION 5: 26 Component registration overview

Maintenance and
Troubleshooting

26 Battery replacement
29 Troubleshooting

SECTION 6: 32 Warranty statement

Warranty, Safety
and Specifications

33 Safety warnings and certifications
37 System specifications

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use the apparatus near
water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding­type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding­type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from
being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

13. Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

15. When the mains plug or
appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, it shall remain
readily operable.

16. Please keep the unit in a good
ventilation environment.

17. WARNING: To reduce the risk
of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.

18. Apparatus shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

12. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or
table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.

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SECTION 1:

OVERVIEW

SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING

The standard configuration of the Flexcat will contain:

Flexmike + earbud lanyard
& teacher remote

Charging station with
power supply

Small group speaker
Pods (4-6)

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Redcat Access whole class
speaker with power supply

PLEASE NOTE: Redcat, speaker pods, Flexmike(s) and remote(s) are registered
together at the factory and are labeled as such. Please keep all components
together as a system. Moving them from one system, or room, to another will
result in the need to re-register them to function.

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Standard Components

RCA Redcat Access whole room speaker w/ power supply
FCCS Flexcat charging station with power supply
FCP Flexcat speaker pod with rechargeable battery pack
FCTT Flexcat team-teaching kit (Flexmike, earbud lanyard

& remote control)

FM-EBL Flexmike pendant microphone with earbud lanyard

and battery pack

FCHRC Flexcat handheld remote control with rechargeable

battery pack
EBL Flexmike earbud lanyard
NH6V 6V NiMH rechargeable battery pack for speaker pods
NH2.4V 2.4V NiMH rechargeable battery pack for Flexmike

and remote
16V-2.0-NA 16V/2.0A power supply and AC cable for RCA and

FCCS

Optional Accessories

16VCC DC charging cable for optional speaker pods #5-6
MSC3535 3.5mm-3.5mm stereo audio cable
USB-MCB USB Type A-Micro B charging cable for Flexmike

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS

Equipment which may be part of your Flexcat:

Additional
speaker pods

Team teaching kit:
2nd Flexmike + earbud
lanyard and remote

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REDCAT SPEAKER CONTROLS,
CONNECTIONS AND INDICATORS

3. MICROPHONE VOLUME: Controls the volume level of teacher

microphone(s) and student sharing from pods.

4. TONE CONTROL: Adjusts the audio tone, adding more bass or treble
for a more rich or crisp sound.

MICROPHONE

VOLUME

MINMAX BASSTREBLE

TONE

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1. POWER ON INDICATOR: The power light will glow blue

when power is applied.

2. MIC 1 & MIC 2: Mic link and registration indicators

a. Flashing amber indicates registration is in process.
b. Solid green indicates a link has been established.

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REDCAT SPEAKER CONTROLS,
CONNECTIONS AND INDICATORS CON’T

5. REGISTRATION: Press this button if
there is a new microphone, pod, or
remote to be registered.

6. AUDIO INPUT JACK & VOLUME

CONTROL: 3.5mm stereo connector

for connecting multimedia sources
to the Redcat Access. Controls the
volume level of the audio input from
the connected audio source.

7. AUDIO OUTPUT JACK & VOLUME

CONTROL: 3.5mm stereo connector

for connecting to an assisted listening
device (ALD) or to a computer for
recording. Controls the volume level
of the audio output.

8. POWER BUTTON: This button is used
to turn the Redcat Access on or off.
The blue front panel will glow when
power is on.

9. POWER INPUT JACK: Plug the power
supply (16VDC/2.0A) into this jack.

REGISTER

AUDIO IN

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MAX

AUDIO
(ALD) OUT

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MAX

ON/OFF

DC INPUT
16V/2.0A

(SIDE VIEW)

10. CARRYING INSET: Cutaway grip for moving or carrying

the Redcat.

11. CABLE MANAGEMENT AND STRAIN RELIEF

12. WALL MOUNTING SLOTS

13. SECURITY BRACKET SLOT

Testing Purposes Only

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FLEXMIKE CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

1. POWER/MUTE SWITCH: press and hold to power on, press to mute, press
and hold to power off.

2. MIC 1 STATUS: lighted to indicate microphone is registered as MIC 1.

• Blue: solid = normal operation; flashing = linking in process.

• Red: solid = muted; flashing = muted while linking in process.

3. MIC 2 STATUS: lighted to indicate microphone is registered as MIC 2 (same
behavior as MIC 1 status light above).

4. EARBUD CONNECTION: connect the earbud for monitoring.

5. CHARGING/LOW BATTERY INDICATOR: lights red when charging, green

when fully charged. When in operation, turns red to indicate low battery.

6. MICROPHONE VOLUME UP/DOWN

7. AUDIO INPUT: connect audio source to send to whole class.

8. LANYARD INTERFACE: insert the lanyard into this hook to wear the

Flexmike.

9. BATTERY DOOR: remove the battery door to replace the rechargeable
battery pack.

10. REGISTRATION: (inside battery compartment - not shown) only used when
adding or replacing Flexmike.

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FLEXCAT POD CONTROLS AND
CONNECTIONS

1. CHARGING INDICATOR: this
light turns red when charging,
green to indicate charging
complete.

2. POWER/LOW BATTERY
INDICATOR: this light blinks

blue when powered on, turns
solid blue when ready for
operation and turns red when
the battery is low.

3. POD NUMBER STICKER: this
sticker acts as a clear visual
indicator for the teacher to
determine which speaker
represents which group number.

4. LOUDSPEAKER: the internal
loudspeaker distributes the
teacher’s voice.

5. MICROPHONE: the internal
microphone that picks up the
student’s voice.

6. CALL BUTTON: students can
press this button to notify the
teacher they need assistance.

7. AUDIO OUT: this jack and
volume adjustment connects
audio from the pod to an
assistive listening or recording
device.

8. DC CHARGING/POWER
INPUT: to charge optional pods

#5 and 6, plug the charging
cable from the base station into
this jack.

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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS AND
INDICATORS

1. CLASSROOM SPEAKER

SELECTION: press to select

the Redcat speaker to address
the whole class. The button
turns green when selected, red
when the teacher microphone is
muted.

2. SPEAKER POD SELECTION (1-

6): press to select a specific pod.

The button turns green when
addressing that group, red when
monitoring (listening only).

3. MICROPHONE MUTE

(MONITOR): press this button

to mute the microphone and
monitor the different groups.

4. EARBUD VOLUME: these
buttons turn up and down the
volume of the teacher earbud,
allowing you to hear the student
groups at a comfortable volume
level.

5. CHARGING INDICATOR: this
light turns red when charging
and green when fully recharged.

6. LOW BATTERY INDICATOR:

this light turns red when battery
is low.

7. BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
remove screw and open to
replace rechargeable battery
pack

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Flexcat Charging Station:

The charging station organizes and charges the pods, microphone(s) and
remote(s). It can be set up anywhere, but it is best to be near the teachers desk
and highly accessible for both teachers and students.

Key considerations:

• Close proximity to AC power outlet

• Accessible for daily charging of all components

Redcat Access Speaker:

The Redcat Access whole class speaker projects and evenly distributes audio
throughout the entire class. It can be set on a tabletop or mounted on a wall if
desired.

Key considerations:

• Close proximity to AC power outlet (within about 7 feet)

• Positioned on a surface about 4-6 feet high

• Centered along a side or rear wall of the classroom

SECTION 2:

INITIAL SET-UP

1. DETERMINE SET-UP LOCATIONS

Redcat

Speaker

Speaker Pods

Charging

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2. PLUG IN THE CHARGING STATION &
REDCAT ACCESS SPEAKER

1. Locate the two 16V power supplies and power cables -- one each for the
charging station and Redcat Access.

2. Connect the AC power cords into the DC power supplies.

3. Using the first power supply, insert the DC connector into the “DC POWER”
jack on the charging station.

4. Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet.

5. The blue power light on the charging station will glow to indicate it is ready
to begin charging components.

Power On

CHARGE OUT

16V/0.3A

DC POWER

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DC INPUT
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6. Using the second power supply, insert the DC
connector into the “DC INPUT” jack on the
Redcat Access.

7. Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet.

8. The Redcat Access automatically powers on and
the blue power light on the front panel will glow.

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1. Insert all four pods into the charging cradle. Each pod’s charging light will
turn red to indicate normal charging. When fully charged, they will turn
green. For systems with 5-6 pods, use the charging cables connect pods
#5-6 into the charging jacks on the side of the charging station.

2. Insert the Flexmike(s)* into the appropriate smaller center slot. The blue
microphone 1 or 2 light will blink for several seconds as it establishes a link,
then turn solid. The charging light will turn red to indicate normal charging.
When fully charged, it will turn green.

3. Insert the teacher remote(s)** into the appropriate charging slot. The
charging light will turn red to indicate normal charging. When fully charged,
it will turn green.

FOR SYSTEMS WITH 2 MICROPHONES AND REMOTES:

*If you have two Flexmikes, you will want to power them on to determine
whether it is Microphone #1 or #2 (indicated by blue light), then place it in
the appropriate charging slot.

**Check the serial number label on the back of the remote to determine
whether a remote is set to Microphone #1 or #2, then place it in the
appropriate charging slot.

3. CHARGE THE FLEXCAT COMPONENTS

Prior to full operation, all system components should be fully charged (at least 8
hours) to ensure optimum performance.

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1. REDCAT ACCESS: this will
automatically power on when
plugged into power and/or
when a Flexmike is powered on.

2. SPEAKER PODS: locate the
power switch on the bottom
of all the pods. Switch to the
ON position. The pod # light
will light as will the blue power
indicator.

3. FLEXMIKE: the microphone
will power on when removed
from the charger. The solid red
light indicates the microphone
is muted. Press to un-mute the
microphone, the light will turn
blue.

4. TEACHER REMOTE: there
is no power switch on this
component, it stays ready for
operation.

1. SPEAKER PODS: the blue
power light on top of the
pod will turn solid after a few
seconds to indicate it is ready for
operation.

2. FLEXMIKE: the Teacher 1 or
Teacher 2 light will turn solid
blue to indicate it is ready for
operation.

3. TEACHER REMOTE: press
a pod # button to test. If the
button lights, the remote is
ready.

4. POWER ON ALL COMPONENTS

5. ENSURE ALL COMPONENTS ARE READY

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Initial Setup

• Locate the earbud lanyard

• Hang the Flexmike on the lanyard

opposite the magnetic clasp.

6. SET UP THE FLEXMIKE + EARBUD

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• Plug the earbud into the headphone
connection on the Flexmike.

• NOTE: if you prefer to wear the earbud
in your left ear:

- Turn the lanyard around so the earbud
goes up to your left ear.

- Route the plug around the back side
of the microphone to plug into the
headphone jack.

Wearing the Flexmike + Earbud Lanyard

• The earbud can be worn in either
ear depending on how the lanyard is
connected to the Flexmike.

• Place the lanyard and microphone
around your neck, connecting the
magnetic clasps behind your neck.

• Insert the earbud into your ear

• If the earbud cable does not seem long

enough to comfortably fit your ear,
unwind it 2-3 coils.

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The pods should be placed in the middle of student groups or learning stations
as follows:

• Placed on a stable, flat surface

• Within 3-6 feet of all students in that group

• Top surface of the speaker should be clear with nothing set on top to ensure

optimum sound quality and microphone pickup.

7. DETERMINE PLACEMENT LOCATION OF
THE SPEAKER PODS

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8. SETTING SYSTEM VOLUME LEVELS

To allow for maximum flexibility the Flexmike, pods and Redcat Access speaker
all have independent volume controls. By default, all devices are set to the center
position, which is optimal in most cases.

To set the proper volume for your classroom, place the microphone around your
neck and take the following steps:

Flexmike Volume (Redcat Access and Pod
speakers)

To adjust, use the up/down buttons on the
Flexmike.

1. Select an individual pod and begin speaking in
a normal voice.

2. The volume should be at a level that the kids
seated around the pod can clearly hear, but not
so loud that other nearby groups could hear.

3. Press the center button to turn on the Redcat
Access Speaker and speak in a normal voice.

4. The volume should be at a level that the kids
can clearly hear from the other side of the
room. You should just barely be able to hear
your own voice.

NOTE: at proper volume levels, there should
not be any “feedback” or squealing from the
speaker outside of 2-3 feet. If there is, turn the

Volume
up/down

Flexmike volume down slightly.

Pod Sharing Volume

To adjust, use the Microphone Volume control on the Redcat Access.

5. Press and hold the pod #1 button to activate the pod #1 sharing function
(the center and #1 button should both be lighted).

6. With the teacher’s Flexmike muted, begin speaking into pod #1 from a
distance of 18-24”.

7. The volume should be at a level that the kids can clearly hear from the other
side of the room. You should just barely be able to hear your own voice (it
helps to have another person in the room to verify).

8. Adjust the volume on the Redcat Access up/down slightly as needed.
NOTE: check the pod sharing volume level at the pod nearest the Redcat

Access to verify there is no “feedback” or squealing from the speaker. If
there is, turn the volume down slightly.

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2. Remove the Flexmike from the charger
and put on.

• The microphone will default to the Mute

position, the microphone status light will
turn to red.

• Place the microphone around your neck

and insert the earbud.

• Press the power/mute button. The

microphone status light will turn blue,
indicating the microphone is active.

SECTION 3:

DAILY OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove the pods from the charger and place them on the group
tables.

• The speaker pods will stay powered on while charging when the switch

is left in the on position.

• Note the location of the pod numbers.

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3. Remove the remote and begin instruction. Use the remote to:

• Address the whole class

• Instruct small groups

• Redirect small groups

• Monitor (listen only) small groups

• Activate student group sharing

• Adjust earbud volume

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Function Command Description

Whole Class
Instruction

Press center
button

Activates Redcat Access speaker to
distribute teachers voice to the entire
class.

Small Group
Instruction

Press #1-6 Activates a 2-way audio connection to

a small group. The teacher can address
and listen to that group simultaneously.

Small Group
Monitoring

Press MUTE, then
#1-6

Mutes the teacher microphone while
listening in on group conversations. The
pod # button will turn red.

Student Group
Sharing

Press and hold
#1-6

Allows one student group to address the
whole class. Both the center and pod #
buttons will light.

Disconnect Press activated

pod # again

Disconnects the transmission and turns
any audio off. The pod # button will go
dark.

Teacher earbud
volume

Press Vol UP/
DOWN arrows.

Turns the volume to the teacher's earbud
up or down. There is an audible tone in
the ear when pressing.

Using the remote:

4. Pod call button:

• Each of the pods is equipped with a call button students can press
when they need assistance.

• When the button is pressed, a tone sounds in the teacher earbud.

• The corresponding pod # will blink on the remote, alerting the teacher

which group needs assistance.

• The light will continue to blink until the teacher selects that pod.

• To clear multiple blinking lights: press center button twice (connect

and disconnect from whole class mode).

5. Return the components to the charging station for nightly recharging:

• For convenience, we recommend leaving the pods powered on. They
are designed to charge normally in the ON position.

• Place all components in their respective charging slots:

– Pods: insert with charging contacts facing down.
– Flexmike(s): use corresponding mic 1 or 2 center charging slot.
– Remote(s): use corresponding mic 1 or 2 outside charging slot.

• Charging lights will light - red = charging; green = fully charged.

• The units will fully charge overnight.

NOTE: the blue link lights on the Flexmike(s) and pods will stay on to
indicate the microphone number (1 or 2) and that they are ready for
operation.

DAILY OPERATION CON’T

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SECTION 4:

ADDITIONAL
OPERATION
INFORMATION

TIPS AND TRICKS TO SUCCESSFUL USE

Determining optimum placement of the pods

• Pods should be placed in the approximate center of the group

• They can be placed on the center of a table or on the floor where the

students are sitting.

• The microphone is designed to pick up students in a 360 degree radius, so
it also operates best when in the middle of a group.

Managing equipment and charging

• Leave all components in the on position.

- When you place them on the charger, they will charge as normal.

- When you remove them from the charger to start the day, they will be

fully charged and ready for operation.

• Assign students to manage the charging of the group speakers.

- Have one assigned student remove it from the charger to start the day

and place it back on the charger at the end of the day.

Determining proper volume levels

• This system is not designed to make the teachers voice louder, but to
distribute it appropriately so it is heard clearly by the selected group of
students or the whole class.

• The pods are designed to be used independently, so turning the volume up
too loud can result in bleed-over to another group.

• Typical volume levels at a group speaker are about half of the maximum
setting – approximately 12:00 on the dial.

• It should be loud enough that students in the desired group hear you as
though you were speaking directly to them at a distance of 3 feet.

• The Redcat Access speaker should also be at a level that is not loud, but
clear throughout the whole room. Typically 12:00 on the Redcat Access
‘Microphone Volume’ control is appropriate.

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TIPS AND TRICKS TO SUCCESSFUL USE

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Student group sharing

• To activate this mode, press and hold the desired pod # for about 2
seconds. When activated, the center button will flash and turn solid and the
pod # will also be lighted.

• To select another group to share with the class, simply press and hold the
next desired pod # button until the center button blinks.

• For optimum voice pickup, students will likely need to lean in toward the
group speaker to within about 24”.

• Volume level is adjusted using the Redcat Access “Microphone Volume”
control. Level is optimum at the center point, but can be adjusted as
needed. NOTE: if you turn that volume up or down, you will likely need to
turn the volume on the Flexmike down or up to compensate.

• To avoid feedback between the pod and Redcat Access speaker, the nearest
pod should be more than 6 feet away from the Redcat Access.

If your system is equipped with team-teaching

• Make sure to use the corresponding Flexmike and remote for microphone 1
and 2, indicated as follows:

- Flexmike: microphone 1 or 2 light is on

- Remote: microphone 1 or 2 sticker on the back of remote (above

barcode)

USING OPTIONAL PODS #5-6

1. Operation

• If speakers #5-6 are purchased
together with the original
system, they will already be
paired together and operate just
as speakers #1-4 do.

• To select the speakers, simply
press the #5-6 buttons on the
remote. (See Section 3 for daily
operation instructions).

• If the speakers were purchased
at a separate time from the rest
of the system, they will need
to be linked to the Redcat
speaker. Please refer to the
Registration guide provided with
the additional pods or on the
Lightspeed website.

2. Charging

• Pods #5-6 charge via cable
connected to the base station.

• Connect the included charging
cable(s) to the CHARGING
OUTPUT jack(s) on the base
station.

• Connect the other end of the
jack to the CHARGE input jack
on the pod.

• The charging light on the
podwill turn RED to indicate
charging. It will turn GREEN to
indicate the unit is fully charged.

Flexcat can to operate with up to 6 speaker pods! The additional pods can be
purchased together with the main system or can be added later.

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MULTIMEDIA AUDIO INTEGRATION

1. Connect an audio cable from your computer (or other device) into the
audio input connection on the Redcat Access speaker.

2. Play the audio file on the computer.

3. Adjust the audio input volume on the Redcat Access as needed

(generally 12:00 is an appropriate nominal level).

4. Fine-tune audio levels using the volume on the computer (or other audio
source) as needed.

REGISTER

AUDIO IN

MIN

MAX

AUDIO
(ALD) OUT

MIN

MAX

ON/OFF

DC INPUT
16V/2.0A

The Redcat speaker has one audio input connection with volume control for
connecting to classroom multimedia audio sources (computer, MP3, tablet,
smart phone, DVD, etc.). When connected, that audio source is amplified and
distributed to the whole classroom from the Redcat speaker.

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MULTIMEDIA AUDIO INTEGRATION

CONT’D

5. Quick connction + multimedia sharing with individual student groups

• For a fast, temporary connection to a portable audio device like an
(MP3, tablet, smart phone, etc.) connect the audio device into the
audio input on the Flexmike.

• Connecting to the Flexmike also allows the teacher to share that audio
with specific groups.

• Play the audio file on the audio device, adjusting the volume as
needed.

• Select pod # 1-6 on the teacher remote to direct that audio to a
specific group. Press the center button to share with the whole class.

NOTE: the internal Flexmike microphone will be deactivated when plugged
in to an audio source.

TIP: if you have a team-teaching system (2 Flexmikes and 2 remotes) you
can send audio to one group (using Teacher 2 Flexmike) while talking to
another group (make sure to use the corresponding Teacher 2 remote to
direct the multimedia).

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WALL-MOUNTING REDCAT ACCESS

The Redcat Access speaker projects and evenly distributes audio throughout the
entire class. The following are key considerations to choose the optimum wall­mounting location:

• Close proximity to AC power outlet (within about 7 feet)

• Centered along a side or rear wall of the classroom

• Positioned on the wall about 6-8 feet high

• AVOID: mounting in corners or any area near to where the teacher usually

instructs.

To mount the Redcat on the wall:

1. Level template and tape to wall

2. Mark position of drill holes on wall

3. Drill pilot holes

4. Insert anchors

5. Remove feet from Redcat Access and place over anchors

6. Insert and secure screws through the Redcat Access feet into the anchors

7. If using optional security bracket, mount using the provided screws and
anchors

8. Slide the Redcat Access onto the wall mounted feet

Drill Template

for wall-mounting the REDCAT System

Drill holes

Foot Foot

OR

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SECTION 5:

MAINTENANCE &
TROUBLESHOOTING

REGISTRATION OF REPLACEMENT OR
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

In order for all system components to operate and communicate with one
another, they must be registered to the Redcat Access speaker. When purchased
as a complete system, major components (Flexmikes, remotes, and pods) will
be pre-registered and ready for use, so there is no need to manually register
anything.

In the event a component needs to be replaced or an additional component
is added down the road, it will need to be registered. Please refer to the
Registration Guide provided with the new components or on the Lightspeed
website.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Replacement of battery pack in speaker pod

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw
and the slide the battery door open.

2. Slide the battery pack out and disconnect
the cable.

3. Take the new battery pack, connect the
cable and insert the battery pack into the
compartment.

4. Slide the cover back on and tighten the
screw to secure the door.

5. Place the pod in the charging station to
fully charge the new battery pack.

6. The charging light will turn red. It will
turn green when fully charged (up to 10
hours).

Overview of batteries

The pods, Flexmike and remote contain rechargeable battery packs that require
daily charging. The battery packs are covered under warranty for 1-year but have
a useful life of about 2+ years before they should be replaced. The battery packs
must be purchased directly from Lightspeed, but can easily be installed by the
user.

VOL

ON

REG
READY
REGISTER

GROUP

#

OFF

POWER

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT CONT’D

Replacement of battery pack in
Flexmike.

1. Slide the battery door open.

2. Disconnect the cable and slide
the battery pack out.

3. Take the new battery pack,
connect the cable as shown and
insert the battery pack into the
compartment.

4. Slide the cover back on and
snap into place.

5. Place the Flexmike in the
charging station to fully charge
the new battery pack.

6. The charging light will turn red.
It will turn green when fully
charged (up to 10 hours).

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Replacement of battery pack in
remote

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the
screw and the slide the battery
door open.

2. Disconnect the cable and slide
the battery pack out.

3. Take the new battery pack,
connect the cable as shown and
insert the battery pack into the
compartment.

4. Slide the cover back on and
tighten the screw to secure the
door.

5. Place the remote in the charging
station to fully charge the new
battery pack.

6. The charging light will turn red.
It will turn green when fully
charged (up to 10 hours).

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PROBLEM: low battery condition.
SOLUTION: check the batteries and ensure proper charging.

• Confirm batteries are properly charged each night. Full charging can take up
to 10 hours.

• Whenplacingacomponentinacharger,ensuretheredcharginglightturns

on. The green charging light will turn on when a full charge is reached.

• Regardlessofbatterylife,theredlightwillturnonfor20-30minutestocheck

status. When battery is full, the light will turn green at some time after that.

• Fullychargedbatterieswilloperateproperlythroughoutafullschooldayfor

a period of at least 1-2 years. If the batteries are older, they may need to be
replaced.

PROBLEM: No audio from a speaker pod when selected.
SOLUTION: follow these steps to isolate and eliminate the problem.

• When the pod # button is selected on remote, ensure it turns green.

- If it does not turn green, this indicates the pod or other component is
either not on or not properly registered.

- If the button turns red, this indicates the microphone is muted. Press the
mute button on the remote.

• Ensure speaker pod is on and ready for use as indicated by a solid blue power
light.

- Power the unit on by sliding the switch on the bottom of the pod.

- Try turning the speaker off, then on again and wait up to 30 seconds for it
to properly link.

• Ensurethegroupspeakervolumeissettoanominallevel.Ifitisturnedallthe

way down, there will be no audio.

• EnsuretheFlexmikeisonandreadyforuseasindicatedbyasteadyblue

status light (#1 or #2).

- If the microphone status light is blinking that indicates the Flexmike is not
linked up to the Redcat Access. Ensure the Redcat is plugged in to power.

- If the microphone status light is red, that indicates the Flexmike is muted.
Press the mute button on the remote or Flexmike to unmute.

• Ensuretheproperteacherremoteisbeingused.

- If there are 2 microphones with the Flexcat system, each Flexmike must be
paired together with a specific remote, marked Teacher 1 or Teacher 2.

- Check with microphone status indicator light (1 or 2) is on. Ensure you are
using the corresponding remote, marked Teacher 1 or Teacher 2 on the
serial number label on the back.

Note: Many problems are directly related to low battery power. Please run
through the “Battery Check” items first. For remaining troubleshooting, use
known good, fully-charged batteries.

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• Ensureteacherremoteisworkingproperly.

- Press the center “Whole Class” button. The should be lighted green.

- If it doesn’t light, make sure the Redcat Access is plugged into power and
the blue power light is on.

- Ensure there is a corresponding green 1 or 2 ready light on the Redcat
Access.

- Ensure the batteries are fully charged. If the red battery low light is on, it
can experience intermittent operation.

PROBLEM: Remote does not light or activate a speaker pod(s).

SOLUTION:

• Ensurethebatterieshaveacharge.Theyshouldbechargednightly.

- If the red low battery light is on, it can experience intermittent operation.

• Trypressingthecenter“WholeClass”button.Itshouldbelightedgreen.

- If this button lights, the remote has a battery charge and is properly linked
up. The problem is likely with the pod or pods that do not activate, refer to
the “No audio from speaker pod” troubleshooting section.

- If this button doesn’t light, make sure the Redcat Access is plugged into
power.

- Check to see that there is a corresponding green 1 or 2 ready light on the
Redcat Access.

- Check to see that the Flexmike is powered on and linked, as indicated
by a solid blue light. If that light does not go solid blue, try powering the
Flexmike and Redcat Access off, then on again.

- If the microphone still does not link up (turn solid blue), it may need to be
re-registered to the Redcat Access. Please refer to the Flexcat registration
guide on the Lightspeed website.

- If there is a second remote, check to see if that operates correctly.

PROBLEM: Feedback or squealing from pod speaker

SOLUTION:

• Makesuretheteacher’sFlexmikeis2feetormoreawayfromthepod.

Operation at very close distance can cause feedback.

• Tryturningthevolumedownonthebottomofthepod.Typicalvolumelevels

should be around the mid-point (12:00 on the dial).

• Makesuretheteacher’sFlexmikeis2feetormoreawayfromthepod.

Operation at very close distance can cause feedback.

• TurnthevolumeontheFlexmikedown1-2clicks.

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PROBLEM: Feedback or squealing from Redcat speaker

SOLUTION:

• Makesuretheteacher’sFlexmikeis2-3feetormoreawayfromtheRedcat.

Operation at very close distance can cause feedback.

• Makesurethenearestpodoperatinginstudentsharingmodeisatleast6feet

away from the Redcat. Operation at very close distance can cause feedback.

• Mutetheteacher’sFlexmike.Ifthefeedbackorsquealingpersists,the

feedback is being caused by a pod that is in student sharing mode.

- If the feedback or squealing goes away, the feedback is being caused by
that Flexmike, likely due to the volume level being too high. Press the
volume down button on the Flexmike 1-2 clicks.

- If the feedback or squealing persists, the feedback is being caused by a
pod that is in student sharing mode. Turn the “Microphone Volume” on
the Redcat speaker down slightly. (NOTE: you may need to press the UP
volume on the Flexmike up 1-2 clicks to compensate).

PROBLEM: Cannot hear students in monitor mode

SOLUTION:

• Ensurethedesiredpodisselectedasindicatedbyagreenorredlightonthe

pod # button on the remote.

• Makesuretheearbudvolumeisturnuploudenoughtohearbypressingthe

Vol UP button on the remote (Vol button on left).

• Makesuretheearbudisfullypluggedintotheheadphonejackonthe

Flexmike.

• Selectanotherpodtoseeifyouareabletohearaudiofromthatpod.Ifyou

hear audio, the issue is with one specific pod.

• Turnthepoweroftheproblematicpodoff,waitseveralsecond,thenon

again. Let the pod link back up again as indicated by a solid blue light, then
try selecting that pod again.

PROBLEM: Student sharing volume is too loud or too quiet

SOLUTION:

• Thisisdesignedtoworkwithastudentspeakingwithinabout18-24”of

the pod microphone. If the volume is too quiet from a further distance, the
student should move the pod closer.

• Toadjustthestudentsharingvolume,turnthe“MicrophoneVolume”onthe

Redcat up or down. NOTE: this may cause you to adjust the volume on the
Flexmike up or down to compensate.

TROUBLESHOOTING CONT’D

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Our Service Department (800.732.8999, 5 a.m. – 5 p.m., PST) will handle all your
repair/replacement needs.

Lightspeed’s Flexcat Group Audio System is covered under warranty against
malfunction due to defects in materials and workmanship for a period of THREE
(3) YEARS, beginning at the date of the purchase invoice. If such malfunction
occurs, the product will be repaired or replaced (at Lightspeed’s option) without
charge during the warranty period.

Lightspeed’s Warranty Exchange Program applies to Flexcat systems and
components within the warranty period indicated below. If any system
component has an issue that requires service, a refurbished replacement will
immediately be sent to the customer to minimize downtime. Customers will
receive the exchange product(s) or component(s) within 2-3 days. A prepaid
return label will be included with exchanged products so original malfunctioning
equipment can be returned to Lightspeed. Any exchanged equipment will
remain covered under the original three (3) year warranty.

1. Warranty on Flexcat speaker pods, charging station and handheld remote
components is THREE (3) YEARS.

2. Warranty on Redcat Access and Flexmike components is FIVE (5) YEARS.

3. Warranty on earbud lanyard, Lightspeed NiMH rechargeable battery packs
and other cables and minor accessories is one (1) year.

4. Prepaid shipping label provided by Lightspeed for warranty repairs
within the United States. Customers outside the U.S. should refer to the
Lightspeed website (ww.lightspeed-tek.com) for warranty repair instructions.

5. Warranty does not extend to finish, appearance items, or malfunctions due
to abuse or operation other than specified conditions, nor does it extend
to incidental or consequential damages. Repair by other than Lightspeed
or its authorized service agencies will void this warranty. Information on
authorized service agencies is available from Lightspeed Technologies, Inc.

SECTION 6:

WARRANTY, SAFETY &
SPECIFICATIONS

THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

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CERTIFICATIONS

This product conforms with the essential requirements of
the following European Union Directives: 2004/108/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and 2006/95/EC Low
Voltage Directive (LVD).

The exclamation mark inside an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the
literature accompanying this product.

This product is manufactured using lead-free processes
and is free of other materials harmful to the environment.
It conforms to the most stringent new European guidelines
for consumer products (RoHS).

Lightspeed Technologies launched a formal product
recycle program in Europe that complies with the
European Union Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (“WEEE Directive”). Please
visit our website at www.Lightspeed-tek.com for more
information.

!

This product is listed to UL standards and requirements for
electrical safety by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol inside an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of non insulated “hazardous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure, which may be of sufficient magnitude
to induce a risk of electric shock to persons.

USE A LIGHTSPEED
SUPPLIED BATTERY ONLY

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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ ET
CERTIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATIONS

Le point d’exclamation contenu dans un triangle équilatéral
avertit l’utilisateur de la présence d’importantes instructions
d’exploitation et de maintenance dans la documentation qui
accompagne ce produit.

!

!

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ÉLECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

CONFORMÉMENT AUX NORMES D’INSTALLATION APPLICABLES,
CE PRODUIT DOIT ÊTRE INSTALLÉ PAR UNE PERSONNE FAMILIARI­SÉE AVEC LA CONCEPTION ET LE FONCTIONNEMENT DU PRODUIT

ET CONSCIENTE DES RISQUE ENCOURUS.

L’éclair flèche dans un triangle équilatéral avertit l’utilisateur
de la présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non isolée a
l’interieur de l’appareil, qui peut être d’une ampleur suffisante
pour constituir un risque d’électrocution.

Ce produit est certifié conforme aux normes et aux exigences
UL en matière de sécurité électrique par Underwriters
Laboratories Inc.

Ce produit est conforme aux principales exigences des
directives de l’Union Européenne suivantes : 2004/108/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and 2006/95/EC Low
Voltage Directive (LVD).

Lightspeed Technologies a lancé un programme de recyclage
de produits en Europe conformément à la directive de l’Union
Européenne 2002/96/CE relative aux déchets d’équipements
électriques et électroniques (directive « DEEE »). Veuillez
visiter notre page Web www.Lightspeed-tek.com pour plus de
renseignements.

Ce produit est fabriqué en utilisant des processus sans plomb
ni aucune autre matière nuisible à l’environnement. Il est
conforme aux nouvelles règles européennes les plus strictes
en matière de biens de consommation (RoHS).

UTILISEZ UNIQUEMENT LA BATTERIE
LIGHTSPEED FOURNIE

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FCC Notice to user

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning

the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

•Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna(thatis,theantennaforradioortelevisionthatisreceiving”theinterference).

•Reorientorrelocateandincreasetheseparationbetweenthetelecommunicationsequipmentandreceivingantenna.

•Connectthetelecommunicationsequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceivingantenna

is connected.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

For body worn operation, the portable part (Flexmike) has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines.

This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The changes or

modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

Notice to Canada User

English

This device complies with Industry Canada licence‐exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

French

Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.

L’exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en

compromettre le fonctionnement

RF Radiation Exposure Statement

English

Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves

(radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines. The guidelines were developed by
Health Canada and include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age
and health.

French

Votre appareil mobile est un émetteur-récepteur radio. Il est conçu pour ne pas dépasser les limites d’exposition aux ondes

radio (champs électromagnétiques de fréquence radio) recommandées par les directives internationales. Les lignes
directrices ont été élaborées par Santé Canada et comprennent une marge de sécurité importante destinée à assurer
la sécurité de toutes les personnes, indépendamment de l’âge et de la santé.

SAFETY WARNINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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NOTICE FOR USB

NOTE: Lightspeed is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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SPEAKER PODS (1-6)

Battery power: 6V NiMH battery pack
Battery life: 10+ hours (fully charged)
Power output: 5 Watts per speaker
Integrated Speaker: 2” balanced mode radiator (BMR)
Integrated microphone: Omni-directional electret
Audio output: 3.5mm with volume control
Battery charging: 2 contacts for cradle charging +

16V/0.3A DC input

Wireless communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz)
Wireless range (from Redcat Access): up to 200 ft (60 m); up to 100 ft (30 m)

with walls

Dimensions (L x W x H): 8.5” x 5” x 3.5” (216 x 127 x 89mm)
Weight (with battery pack): 1.4 lbs (0.64 kg)

REDCAT ACCESS SPEAKER

Power output: 20W
Acoustic frequency response: 120 Hz - 13 kHz
DC power Input: 16V / 2.0A
Total harmonic distortion <1% @ 10W
Wireless communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz + RF4CE)
Tone control: 1 bass/treble control
Audio input: 3.5mm stereo w/ volume control
Audio output: 3.5mm stereo w/ volume control
Integrated speaker: Exciter technology, flat-panel speaker
Audio Link indicators: 2 indicators for Flexmike 1 and 2
Device Registration: Push button for pod(s), Flexmike(s),

and remote(s)

Dimensions (W x H x D): 16” x 9” x 1.75” (406 x 241 x 45mm)
Weight: 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

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1. Overview 2. Initial Set-up 3. DaiIy Operation

4. Additional

Information

5. Maintenance &

Troubleshooting

6. Safety &
Specifications

FLEXMIKE (1-2):

Description: Pendant-style microphone
Earbud lanyard: magnetic clasp with integrated earbud
Wireless communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz)
Audio distortion: <1%
Integrated microphone: Uni-directional electret
Earbud output: 3.5mm
Audio input: 3.5mm
Volume control: +/- 6 dB
Battery power: 2.5V NiMH battery pack
Battery life: 8 hours (fully charged)
Charging: 2 contacts for cradle charging
USB connection: type Micro-B for charging and audio
Power: on/off switch
Registration: push button for registration with Red-

cat Access
Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.9” x 1.1” x 1.0” (74 x 28 x 25mm)
Weight: 1.8 oz (51 g)

HANDHELD REMOTE (1-2)

Battery Power: 2.5V NiMH battery pack
Cradle charging: 2 contacts for cradle charging
Wireless communication: Access Technology (RF4CE)
Controls: Pod selection 1-6; whole class speaker

selection; microphone mute; earbud

volume
Registration: push button and LED for registration

with Redcat Acces
Dimensions (L x W x H): 4.25” x 2.0” x 1.0” (108 x 51 x 25mm)

Weight: 3.4 oz (98 g)

CHARGING STATION

DC power input: 16V / 2.0A
Cradle charging: 4 speaker pods; 2 Flexmikes; 2 remotes
DC charging ports: 2 additional speaker pods with cable
USB charging: 5V USB charging output

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS CONT’D

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