Sennheiser Electronic SDCW9000AP User Manual

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Wireless Conference System

WiCOS

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Contents

Important safety instructions ..................................................................................... 2

WiCOS – the wireless conference system ............................................................... 5

Areas of application ..................................................................................................... 5

The technology used .................................................................................................... 7

Available system components – scope of delivery ............................................. 8

Overview of the components ...................................................................................... 9

WiCOS wireless conference units ............................................................................ 10

WiCOS AP access point .............................................................................................. 18

Overview of the web server ..................................................................................... 19

WiCOS CASE transport case ..................................................................................... 20

Putting the conference system into operation ................................................. 21

Putting the access point into operation ................................................................ 21

Putting the conference units into operation ........................................................ 25

Switching the components on/off ......................................................................... 29

Switching the access point on/off .......................................................................... 29

Switching a conference unit on/off ....................................................................... 31

Running a conference .................................................................................................. 33

Operating a delegate unit ........................................................................................ 33

Operating a chairman unit ....................................................................................... 36

Configuring the conference system ....................................................................... 43

Loading the factory default settings – “Reset“ .................................................. 43

Calling up the web server of the access point ...................................................... 44

Adjusting the basic settings – “Setup“ ................................................................. 47

Adjusting the RF settings – “RF configuration“ .................................................. 52

Adjusting the conference settings – “Conference Management“ ................... 56

Additional functions – “Service“ ............................................................................ 66

Eavesdropping protection and encryption – “Encryption” ............................... 67

Transporting the conference system .................................................................... 70

Preparing the access point for transport .............................................................. 70

Preparing the conference units for transport ...................................................... 71

Using the transport case .......................................................................................... 72

Integrating WiCOS into a wired conference system ....................................... 73

Connecting the access point to the SDC 8200 CU central unit ......................... 73

Initializing the conference units with the SDC 8200 CU central unit .............. 75

Configuring the complete conference system - slave mode operation) ......... 77

Using stand-alone operation in parallel with slave mode operation .............. 78

Holding a conference in slave mode operation .................................................... 79

Using the interpretation system ............................................................................ 80

Cleaning the conference system ............................................................................. 82

If a problem occurs ... ................................................................................................... 83

Accessories and spare parts ..................................................................................... 84

Specifications .................................................................................................................. 85

Manufacturer Declarations ........................................................................................ 88

Index .................................................................................................................................. 90

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Important safety instructions

• Read this instruction manual.

• Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the products on to third parties.

• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required if the products have been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen inside, the products have been exposed to rain or moisture, do not operate properly or have been dropped.

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the products unit near water and do not expose them to rain or moisture. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases or coffee cups, on the products.

• Only use the supplied mains units.

• Unplug the mains units from the wall socket

– to completely disconnect the devices from the mains,

– during lightning storms or

– when unused for long periods of time.

• Only operate the mains units from the correct type of power source (see page 83).

• Ensure that the mains units are

– in a safe operating condition and easily accessible,

– properly plugged into the wall socket,

– only operated within the permissible temperature range (see

page 84).

– not covered or exposed to direct sunlight for longer periods of time

in order to prevent heat accumulation (see page 84).

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the products in accordance with the instructions given in this instruction manual.

• Do not install the products near any heat sources.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this may result in fire and electric shock.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Service and care

No user serviceable parts inside! Do not attempt to service devices yourself as opening or removing covers may expose dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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Important safety instructions

Only use a slightly damp cloth to clean the devices. Do not use any cleansing agents or solvents.

Danger due to high volumes

These devices are capable of producing sound pressure exceeding 85 dB(A). 85 dB(A) is the sound pressure corresponding to the maximum permissible volume which is by law (in some countries) allowed to affect your hearing for the duration of a working day. It is used as a basis according to the specifications of industrial medicine. Higher volumes or longer durations can damage your hearing. At higher volumes, the duration must be shortened in order to prevent hearing damage. The following are sure signs that you have been subjected to excessive noise for too long a time:

• You can hear ringing or whistling sounds in your ears.

• You have the impression (even for a short time only) that you can no longer hear high notes.

Safety instructions for the Lithium-Ion battery pack

If abused or misused, the WiCOS BA battery pack may leak. In extreme cases, it may even present

• a heat hazard,

• a fire hazard,

• an explosion hazard,

• a smoke or gas hazard.

Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse.

Keep away from children. Do not pack charged batteries

loose – danger of shorting out/fire hazard.

Observe correct polarity. Do not short-circuit.

Dispose of the battery pack at special collection points or return it to your specialist dealer.

Only charge the battery pack with the appropriate Sennheiser chargers.

Only charge the battery pack at ambient temperatures between 10 °C and 40 °C.

Do not mutilate or dismantle. Do not continue to use a

Switch battery pack-powered devices off after use.

When not using the battery pack for extended periods of time, charge it regularly (about every 3 months).

Do not heat above 70 °C/ 158 °F, e.g. do not expose to sunlight or throw into a fire.

defective battery pack.

Immediately remove the battery pack from an obviously defective device.

When not using the device for extended periods of time, remove the battery pack from the device.

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Important safety instructions

Only use the original Sennheiser battery pack.

Intended use

Intended use of the WiCOS wireless conference system includes:

• having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important

safety instructions” on page 2,

• using the system within the operating conditions and limitations

described in this instruction manual.

“Improper use” means using the system other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.

Do not expose to moisture.

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WiCOS – the wireless conference system

WiCOS stands for Wireless Conference System – the new generation of mobile and wireless conference equipment from Sennheiser. The WiCOS conference system utilizes all advantages of digital communications technology:

• Ease of use due to automatic configuration of the system

• Easy installation and straight-forward operation

• Conference units with up to 20 hrs operating time

• Decentralized, clear sound reproduction

• Conference units are extremely easy to operate

• Voting function

• Dynamic frequency management for intermodulation-free operation

• 2 usable frequency bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)

• Easy integration of the wireless WiCOS system into the wired SDC 8200 digital conference system from Sennheiser

• Ideal for both small seminars with only a few participants and large conferences with any number of participants

Areas of application

The WiCOS conference system offers you reliable, wireless conferencing on the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency bands. The system architecture allows for different conference configurations:

Conference configuration You can ... You require ...

Standard operation • run a discussion with optional

assignment of the “speaking right” by a chairman

Extended operation • run a discussion with assignment of

the “speaking right” by a chairman

• conduct voting session

integrated operation (slave mode operation)

• run a discussion with assignment of the “speaking right” by a chairman

• offer simultaneous interpretation of the floor channel

• conduct voting sessions

• make use of the additional features of the Sennheiser SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system

• 1 WiCOS AP access point

• WiCOS D delegate units

• WiCOS C chairman unit (optional)

• 1 WiCOS AP access point

• WiCOS DV delegate units

• WiCOS CV chairman unit

• WiCOS wireless conference system – 1 WiCOS AP access point – WiCOS DV delegate units – WiCOS CV chairman unit

• wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system

– SDC 8200 CU-M or CU central unit – SDC 8200 ID interpreter units – SDC 8200 conference units

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WiCOS – the wireless conference system

Stand-alone operation – wireless conferencing

For stand-alone operation, you only require the WiCOS system components. You can use different conference modes and, in addition to running discussions, you can also conduct voting sessions.

The delegate and chairman units are wirelessly connected to the access point, which acts as the central unit and controls the conference system. The battery pack-powered conference units are wireless and can be placed as you wish.

Setup for stand-alone operation

The access point has an integrated web server for configuring and monitoring the WiCOS conference system. In order to control these functions, a computer with network connection and a web browser is needed.

WiCOS AP

WiCOS CV WiCOS C WiCOS DV WiCOS D

Computer

Integrated operation (slave mode operation) – with the wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system

The WiCOS wireless conference system can be integrated into the wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system. This allows you to expand the conference system and/or easily bridge relatively long distances. In slave mode operation, you can use the WiCOS system for simultaneous interpretation and add professional accessories such as room microphones, camera functions or the software control of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system.

For slave mode operation, you require the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system with the SDC 8200 CU-M or SDC 8200 CU central unit. One or several access points can be connected to the central unit. As in stand-alone operation, the access point controls the wireless communication between the conference units. The conference system is configured via the SDC 8200 CU-M or SDC 8200 CU central unit. In integrated operation, all conference units of the wireless WiCOS system behave like conference units of the SDC 8200 system.

To use language distribution, you also require SDC 8200 interpreter units. The WiCOS DV and WiCOS CV conference units allow you to select between up to 16 interpretation channels.

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Setup for integrated operation

WiCOS AP

Computer

SDC 8200 conference units

SDC 8200 CU/CU-M

WiCOS CV

WiCOS DV

WiCOS C

WiCOS D

SDC 8200 conference units

(slave mode operation)

WiCOS – the wireless conference system

The technology used

The radio technology of the WiCOS conference system is based on the transmission standard for radio networks IEEE 802.11 a/g which is widespread in computer technology. This radio standard offers the largest possible operational reliability and transmission quality. The radio protocols are optimized for conferencing, thus avoiding intermodulations with existing radio networks. The dynamic frequency management of the WiCOS conference system automatically detects occupied frequency bands and changes to a free frequency band with no interruptions, even during operation.

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Available system components – scope of delivery

The following WiCOS system components are available:

Delegate unit 1 WiCOS D delegate unit (without voting function) or

WiCOS DV delegate unit (with voting function and channel selection keys)

1 WiCOS MIC gooseneck microphone

1 WiCOS BA Lithium-Ion battery pack

Chairman unit 1 WiCOS C chairman unit (without voting function) or

WiCOS CV chairman unit (with voting function and channel selection keys)

1 WiCOS MIC gooseneck microphone

1 WiCOS BA Lithium-Ion battery pack

Charging power supply for

battery pack

Access point 1 WiCOS AP access point

DC power supply for access point 1 WiCOS NT-AP DC power supply for WiCOS AP access point

Transport case 1 WiCOS CASE transport case (with wheels) for one conference system

1 WiCOS NT-BA charging power supply for WiCOS BA battery pack

3 country adapters (EU/UK/US)

3 rod antennas

3 country adapters (EU/UK/US)

1 network cable (Cat5)

1 CD ROM with instruction manual (PDF file)

3 country adapters (EU/UK/US)

with up to 12 conference units and accessories

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Overview of the components

Your conference system can comprise the following conferences units:

Conference unit Functions Overview

WiCOS D Delegate unit for discussions

• 2 headphone sockets for the floor channel

WiCOS C Chairman unit with moderator function

• Next key and priority key

• 2 volume control keys for the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers

• 2 headphone sockets for the floor channel

WiCOS DV Delegate unit for discussions including votes

and language distribution

• 3 voting keys

• 2 channel selection keys

• 2 headphones sockets for interpretation channels and the floor channel

WiCOS CV Chairman unit with moderator function and

voting administrator function

• Next key and priority key

• 3 operating modes –voting mode – volume adjustment mode for the

conference units’ built-in loudspeakers

– media control mode

• 3 voting keys

• 2 channel selection keys

• 2 headphones sockets for interpretation channels and the floor channel

page 10

page 11

page 12

page 14

The conference system also comprises:

Central unit Function Overview

WiCOS AP access point

• Controls the communication of the conference units

• Configuration via web server

• Can be integrated in a network

page 18

You can also integrate the WiCOS conference system into the wired SDC 8200 conference system and interpretation system (see page 73).

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Overview of the components

WiCOS wireless conference units

WiCOS D delegate unit

Operating element Function/Meaning Group

1 Sound inlet basket

2 Signal light ring

3 Coupling ring

4 Microphone socket

0 Microphone LED

A Microphone key

for contributing to the discussion

indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak

locks the microphone

for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation

indicates a request to speak, the “speaking right” and the connection status of the conference unit

switches the conference unit on/off and controls the microphone

Gooseneck

microphone

H Headphone volume UP

I Headphone volume DOWN

J Headphone socket

K Loudspeaker

For an overview of the operating elements at the rear of the conference unit, refer to page 17.

increases the headphone volume

reduces the headphone volume

outputs the floor channel to headphones

outputs the floor channel

Conferencing

Conference unit

Sound output

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Overview of the components

WiCOS C chairman unit

Operating element Function/Meaning Group

1 Sound inlet basket

2 Signal light ring

3 Coupling ring

4 Microphone socket

5 Priority key

6 Next key

0 Microphone LED

A Microphone key

for contributing to the discussion

indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak

locks the microphone

for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation

temporarily mutes all conference units or stops the discussion

assigns the “speaking right” to a participant from the request-to-speak list

indicates a request to speak, the “speaking right” and the connection status of the conference unit

switches the conference unit on/off and controls the microphone

Gooseneck

Chairman

microphone

functions

Conferencing

8 Selection key A

9 Selection key B

H Headphone volume UP

I Headphone volume DOWN

J Headphone socket

K Loudspeaker

For an overview of the operating elements at the rear of the conference unit, refer to page 17.

increases the loudspeaker volume on the conference units, stops a voting session, controls external media devices (depending on the operating mode)

reduces the loudspeaker volume on the conference units, starts a voting session, controls external media devices (depending on the operating mode)

increases the headphone volume

reduces the headphone volume

outputs the floor channel to headphones

outputs the floor channel

Sound output

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Conference unit

Overview of the components

WiCOS DV delegate unit with voting function

Operating element Function/Meaning Group

1 Sound inlet basket

2 Signal light ring

3 Coupling ring

4 Microphone socket

0 Microphone LED

A Microphone key

B NO key

C ABSTAIN key

D YES key

E Channel selection display

F CHANNEL UP key

G CHANNEL DOWN key

H Headphone volume UP

I Headphone volume DOWN

J Headphone socket

K Loudspeaker

for contributing to the discussion

indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak

locks the microphone

for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation

indicates a request to speak, the “speaking right” and the connection status of the conference unit

switches the conference unit on/off and controls the microphone

votes “no” in a voting session

votes “abstain” in a voting session

votes “yes” in a voting session

displays the interpretation channel, the voting results and the headphone volume

selects the next interpretation channel

selects the previous interpretation channel

increases the headphone volume

reduces the headphone volume

outputs the floor channel and the interpretation channels to headphones

outputs the floor channel

Gooseneck

Conferencing

Voting

Language

Sound output

microphone

keys

Conference unit

distribution

For an overview of the operating elements at the rear of the conference unit, refer to page 17.

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Overview of the components

Channel selection display E of the WiCOS DV delegate unit

The channel selection display E can display two different views.

Interpretation channel selection Display Function/Meaning

Q Direction of the CHANNEL UP key F

and the CHANNEL DOWN key

R Channel number and channel name

S Headphone volume

Voting result Display Function/Meaning

T Voting result

The display has an automatic brightness control. Approx. 4 seconds after the last key press, the brightness will be reduced. With each key press, the display will light up with maximum brightness.

selects the next or the previous channel

displays the current channel output via the headphones Default setting: floor channel “00 FLOOR”

displays the adjusted volume on the headphone socket J

displays the voting result after the voting session has ended

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Overview of the components

WiCOS CV chairman unit with voting function

Operating element Function/Meaning Group

1 Sound inlet basket

2 Signal light ring

3 Coupling ring

4 Microphone socket

5 Priority key

6 Next key

7 Multi-function display

8 Selection key A

9 Selection key B

0 Microphone LED

A Microphone key

B NO key

C ABSTAIN key

D YES key

E Channel selection display

F CHANNEL UP key

G CHANNEL DOWN key

H Headphone volume UP

I Headphone volume DOWN

J Headphone socket

K Loudspeaker

For an overview of the operating elements at the rear of the conference unit, refer to page 17.

for contributing to the discussion

indicates the “speaking right” or a request to speak

locks the microphone

for connection of the microphone, with indentation for correct orientation

temporarily mutes all conference units or stops the discussion

assigns the “speaking right” to a participant from the request-to-speak list

displays the voting mode, the loudspeaker mode of the conference units and the media control mode

increases the loudspeaker volume on the conference units, stops a voting session, controls external media devices (depending on the operating mode)

reduces the loudspeaker volume on the conference units, starts a voting session, controls external media devices (depending on the operating mode)

indicates a request to speak, the “speaking right” and the connection status of the conference unit

switches the conference unit on/off and controls the microphone

votes “no” in a voting session

votes “abstain” in a voting session

votes “yes” in a voting session

displays the interpretation channel, the voting results and the headphone volume

selects the next interpretation channel

selects the previous interpretation channel

increases the headphone volume

reduces the headphone volume

outputs the floor channel and the interpretation channels to headphones

outputs the floor channel

Gooseneck

Chairman

Voting and media

Conferencing

Voting

Language

Sound output

microphone

functions

Conference unit

keys

distribution

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Overview of the components

Multi-function display 7 of the WiCOS CV chairman unit

The multi-function display 7 can display three different operating modes. To switch between the operating modes and displays:

왘 Press the ABSTAIN key C for approx. 3 seconds.

You can switch between the following modes and displays:

– Voting mode (“Start/Stop Voting”)

– Volume adjustment mode for loudspeakers (“Volume Control”) and

– Media control mode (“Function key”). Depending on the mode, the selection key A 8 and the selection

key B 9 are assigned different functions.

Voting mode “Start/Stop Voting”

Volume adjustment mode for loudspeakers “Volume Control”

You can also switch between the operating modes using the web server (see page 65).

Display Function/Meaning

L Start Selection key B 9 starts a voting session

M Stop Selection key A 8 stops a voting session

Display Function/Meaning

N Volume of the

conference units’ loudspeakers

Adjusted volume of the conference units’ loudspeakers K Selection key A 8 increases the volume

Selection key B

9 reduces the volume

Media control mode “Function key”

Display Function/Meaning

O Media control 1 Selection key A 8 controls external media devices

P Media control 2 Selection key B 9 controls external media devices

O P

The display has an automatic brightness control. Approx. 4 seconds after the last key press, the brightness will be reduced. With each key press, the display will light up with maximum brightness.

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Overview of the components

Channel selection display E of the WiCOS CV delegate unit

The channel selection display E can display two different views.

Interpretation channel selection Display Function/Meaning

Q Direction of the CHANNEL UP key F

and the CHANNEL DOWN key

R Channel number and channel name

S Headphone volume

selects the next or the previous channel

displays the current channel output via the headphones Default setting: floor channel “00 FLOOR”

displays the adjusted volume on the headphone socket J

Voting result Display Function/Meaning

T Voting result

The display has an automatic brightness control. Approx. 4 seconds after the last key press, the brightness will be reduced. With each key press, the display will light up with maximum brightness.

displays the voting result after the voting session has ended

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Rear of the conference console

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Overview of the components

Operating element Function/Meaning

U RF link indicator

V Battery pack connection

W Battery guide rails

displays the connection status with the access point

for connection to the WiCOS BA battery pack

ensure correct insertion of the WiCOS BA battery pack

WiCOS BA Lithium-Ion battery pack

[

Operating element Function/Meaning

X Socket for charging power

supply

Y Status indicator

Z Charge status indicator

[ Key

\ Contacts

] Battery release clip

for connection of the charging power supply, charges the battery pack and allows mains operation

displays the charging process and mains operation

displays the charge status and the status of the charging electronics

activates the charge status indicator Z and the charging electronics indicator

for connecting the battery pack to the conference unit

secures the battery pack against inadvertent detachment from the conference unit

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Overview of the components

WiCOS AP access point

Operating element Function/Meaning

^ Status indicators

a Antennas

b Reset key

c Antenna coupling ring

d Eyelets for wall mounting

e Antenna sockets

f Rubber feet

g Stand mount

h Network socket (RJ 45)

i Cable grip

j IN system socket (RJ 45)

k OUT system socket (RJ 45)

l Socket for DC power supply

m On/off switch

j k l m

displays the operating mode, the connection status and the RF signal quality

transmit and receive RF signals, adjustable

resets the access point to the factory default settings

locks the antennas

for mounting the access point to a wall

for connection of the antennas

ensure that the access point cannot slip on the surface on which it is placed

for mounting the access point to a stand with 5/8” mounting stud

for connection to a network or computer to configure and monitor the conference system via the web server

ensures that the cable cannot slip out of the socket for DC power supply

for connection of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system

for connection of additional access points

for connection of the WiCOS NT-AP DC power supply

switches the access point on/off

c e

d d

95 mm

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Overview of the web server

Overview of the components

Operating element Function/Meaning

n Main navigation

o Subnavigation

p Structure of the current category

q Overview and configuration

contents

r Help on the current category

Main navigation Subnavigation Detailed information

“Setup” “Summary” page 47

”RF Configuration” “General” page 52

“Conference Management” “General” page 57

“Service” “Logging” page 66

“Encryption” “Key assignment” page 68

Tabs of the main navigation level, always visible

Second navigation level, depending on the main navigation

Different topics and categories of the current configuration page

Selection possibilities and/or listing of the current configurations contents

Explanations on the current configuration page

“TCP/IP settings” page 48

“Country Selection” page 50

“Admin” page 51

“Quality 2.4 GHz ISM” page 54

“Quality 5.15-5.35 GHz” page 54

“Quality 5.47-5.725 GHz” page 54

“Quality 5.8 GHz ISM” page 54

“Unit Monitoring” page 61

“Init Units” page 62

“Chairman Config” page 65

“Update” page 67

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Overview of the components

WiCOS CASE transport case

Operating element Function/Meaning

s Microphone holder

t Lid

u Telescopic handle

v Catch

w Lock

x Carrying handle

y Wheels

z Conference unit holder

{ Accessory compartment

| Access point holder

holds up to 12 gooseneck microphones

separates the upper and lower shell of the case

for pulling the transport case on its wheels

locks the telescopic handle

locks the transport case, can be locked with U-locks

for carrying the transport case

for easy transportation

holds up to 12 conference units with inserted battery packs

stores mains power supplies, accessories, cables, etc.

holds an access point

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Putting the conference system into operation

Putting the access point into operation

The access point controls the wireless communication between the individual conference units.

Connecting the antennas

The supplied rod antennas are mounted quickly and easily. They ensure reliable radio transmission within buildings. The transmission range is approx. 30 m. Always connect all 3 antennas to ensure reliable radio communication.

CAUTION! Radio communication outside the legal requirements!

When connecting antennas other than the supplied ones, the transmission power of the conference system may not meet the legal requirements.

왘 Only connect the supplied antennas to the access point.

왘 Connect the 3 antennas a to the antenna sockets e.

왘 Screw down the 3 antenna coupling rings c as shown.

The antennas are locked.

Connecting the access point to the mains

When connecting the access point via a system cable to the SDC 8200 CU-M or SDC 8200 CU central unit of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system, you do not require the WiCOS NT-AP DC power supply.

CAUTION! Danger due to electric current!

If you use an unsuitable power supply, this can cause damage to the access point.

왘 Only connect the WiCOS NT-AP DC power supply to the

access point.

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Putting the conference system into operation

NT-AP

Connect the DC power supply } to the socket

왘

왘 Pass the cable of the DC power supply through the cable grip i as

shown.

왘 Slide the supplied country adapter ~ onto the DC power supply }.

왘 Plug the DC power supply into a wall socket.

}

Connecting the access point to a computer/network

In order to change the configuration of the access point or to monitor the conference system, you require a computer with network connection (RJ

45) and a web browser.

왘 Connect the supplied network cable (Cat5) to the network socket

(RJ 45) h.

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Putting the conference system into operation

왘 Connect the network cable to your computer or network.

왘 Call up the web server (see page 44).

Connecting a system cable for integrated operation

To integrate the WiCOS conference system into a wired SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system:

왘 Connect a system cable (Sennheiser SDC CBL RJ45, see “Accessories

and spare parts” on page 83) to the IN system socket (RJ 45) j.

왘 Connect the system cable to one of the six RJ 45 sockets (“PORT 1-6”)

of the SDC 8200 CU-M or SDC 8200 CU central unit (see page 70 and the instruction manual of the SDC 8200 conference and interpretation system).

SDC 8200 CU

Setting up the access point

CAUTION! Danger of intermodulation!

PORT 1-6

If you set up the individual components of the conference system too close to one another, intermodulation can occur.

왘 Observe a minimum distance of 1.5 m between the access

point and the conference units.

왘 Observe a minimum distance of 50 cm between the

conference units.

Accesspoint WiCOS AP

왘 If possible, set up the devices so that there is a “free line of sight”

between the conference units and the access point.

To obtain the optimum transmission range:

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왘 Place the access point as centrally and as high as possible.

95 mm

5/8''

Putting the conference system into operation

30 m 30 m

The access point can be

• mounted to a wall or ceiling or

• mounted on a stand or

• placed on a flat surface (e.g. table),

Mounting the access point to a

wall or ceiling

왘 Use suitable screws and the eyelets for wall mounting d at the rear of

The transmission range of the conference units and the access point is approx. 30 m. The transmission range can vary depending on location and environmental conditions such as wall thickness, wall composition etc.

the access point to mount the access point to a wall.

Mounting the access point on

astand

왘 Use a stand with 5/8” mounting stud (adapter to 3/8” mounting stud

available as optional accessory, see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 83).

왘 Adjust the legs of the stand.

왘 Use the stand mount g to screw the access point on the stand.

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Putting the conference system into operation

Placing the access point on

aflatsurface

Aligning the antennas 왘 Align the 3 antennas vertically.

CAUTION! Risk of staining of furniture surfaces!

Some furniture surfaces have been treated with varnish, polish or synthetics which might cause stains when they come into contact with other synthetics. Despite a thorough testing of the synthetics used by us, we cannot rule out the possibility of staining.

왘 Do not place the access point on delicate surfaces.

왘 Place the access point on a flat, horizontal surface.

왘 Switch the access point on (see page 29).

Putting the conference units into operation

Connecting the microphone

왘 Connect the gooseneck microphone to the microphone socket 4 so

that the protrusion engages with the indentation.

왘 Screw down the coupling ring 3.

The microphone is securely connected to the conference unit.

왘 Set up the conference unit so that it can be comfortably operated by

the participant.

왘 Tilt the microphone toward the participant.

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