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1. A further speaker makes a request to speak The speaker can only make a request to speak if the maximum number of requests to speak drops below the specified limit value You can control the conference either via chairman units see the L following chapters or via the Conference Manager software see page 49 Running a conference Operating a delegate unit Taking the floor Making a request to speak Depending on the conference mode set see page 26 you can e take the floor immediately or e make a request to speak You then have to wait until the chairman activates your microphone If the conference mode is set so that you can take the floor immediately Direct Access mode factory default setting or Override mode see page 26 gt Press the microphone key Your microphone is activated and you can take the floor immediately The microphone LED and the signal light ring light up red The loudspeaker is muted Depending on the conference mode and the micro phone limit set the microphone of the previous speaker will be deactivated If the conference mode is set so that you first have to make a request to speak Request mode see page 26 gt Press the microphone key Your request to speak is added to the request to speak list Depending on the setting adjusted in the operating menu see page 30 the microphone LED flashes green and the signal light ring
2. Appendix ADN CU1 mounting dimensions i VA SENNHEISER ADN CU 1 D r S on i E i p 375 6 z 14 79 aE of l m MII E ee No i DL q P oI B 418 4 Ti a 16 47 Factory default settings Menu item description Factory default settings Conference Mode conference mode Direct Access Microphone Limit max number of speakers 4 who can take the floor simultaneously Request Limit max number of requests to ehO speak Talk Time Status status of speaking time limit deactivated Off Talk Time Limit length of speaking time limit 60 Min Premonition Time Limit advance warning time 10 Sec Reaction on Talk Time Exceed behavior when microphone is deactivated the individual speaking time is exceeded immediately Cancel 111 Appendix 112 Menu item description Factory default settings Blink on Request flashing of the signal light activated On ring when a request to speak is made XLR Out Status audio output activated On XLR Out Volume audio ouput volume 6gB XLR OUT Equalizer tone color of audio output 0 dB XLR I
3. Conference Manager 49 adjusting network settings 65 adjusting settings during a running conference 101 adjusting the conference mode 90 adjusting the language 64 adjusting the View windows 62 assigning delegates to the conference units 88 automatically loading a configuration 69 bar graphs 99 buttons for selecting the operating mode 58 changing the numbering 88 changing the size of the canvas 83 closing a configuration 70 conference unit icons 86 98 configuring a conference 90 configuring the screen mouse and keyboard settings 63 Connect to CU 66 connecting the central unit toa PC 20 connecting to the central unit 66 controlling a conference 95 controlling a running conference 97 controlling conferences 49 99 creating a configuration 67 creating a delegate list 85 creating a new file configuration 67 creating graphical representations 73 74 delegate list 74 Delegate View window 96 deleting a configuration 71 devices required for use with the central unit 19 eliminating connection problems 67 enlarging the canvas 82 establishing a connection between software and conference system 49 full screen mode 63 getting to know and adjusting basic features 56 hardware platform 49 initializing conference units 86 installing 51 Live operating mode 49 95 loading a configuration file 68 locking objects 84 log and diagnosis function 102 mapping a room 72 74 monitoring a conference 95 97 Open Active Conference Document 68 overvie
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5. gt Switch on the central unit and the connected screen The Conference Manager software is started in Setup operating mode and the Room View window is displayed The Open window appears in the fore ground be that the screen resolution is set too high In this case reset the screen resolution gt Press the key combination CTRL SHIFT F1 The screen resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels If the screen connected to the central unit does not show anything it may To exit the software If necessary save your current configuration see page 69 gt Switch off the central unit The Windows version of the software To start the software gt Double click the program icon on the desktop Or gt Click Start gt All Programs gt Sennheiser gt ADN gt SENNHEISER Conference Manager The Conference Manager software is started in Setup operating mode and the Room View window is displayed The Open window appears in the fore ground To exit the software If necessary save your current configuration see page 69 Click the button on the toolbar 55 Using the Conference Manager software 56 Getting to know and adjusting the basic features of the software Overview of the software The main application window of the Conference Manager software consists of permanently visible elements and on views that dep
6. 37 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Displaying status information on the current and voltage supply System Load 38 System analysis Diagnostics submenu Main Menu O System O Diagnostics Conference Ports Audio Temperature v Versions Bus Statistics Select and call up the Select and call up the The Diagnostics System submenu Diagnostics submenu submenu appears The Diagnostics menu item provides information on the status of the current and voltage supply on the status of data transmission and on interruptions due to faulty cables or cable connections Diagnostics Load Main Menu System Load Current Voltage System Temperature Port 1 v Bus Statistics Port 2 Select and call up the Select and call up the View the information Diagnostics submenu Load menu item exit the menu item Both ports can be subjected to undervoltages overcurrents and short circuits Current An overcurrent in the central unit can be caused by a e metal parts e g paper clips that bridge the contacts of the plug connections e faulty conference units e faulty system cables e too long system cables e too many conference units connected to one port Voltage An undervoltage can be caused by e faulty conference units e too long system cables e too many conference units connected to one port Current A short circuit in the central unit can be
7. The configuration is saved on the central unit and Live operating mode is Started The View windows change their appearance accordingly and the Live button is highlighted in red To open the Room View window in Live operating mode gt Click the Room View button EY M Conference a m To open the Delegate View window in Live operating mode gt Click the Delegate View button ely idaudkoan t tak time F conference a ino ae Limiter Made Regist ii TAA i k d T 2 N w Using the software for controlling a running conference Monitoring a conference using the Room View window Using the Conference Manager software If you want to use the software for controlling a running conference gt Load the configuration of a running conference see page 68 The software switches to Live operating mode All active conference units remain active and all requests to speak are retained If you have activated automatic loading of a configuration the configu L ration is automatically loaded in Live operating mode see page 69 ses Monitoring a conference You can monitor a conference from the screen without intervening i ee eo E tim I Leman mide enact v _ 3 w ti ee F ea Function Meaning Permanent list of chairman units sorted by ID number b Delegate units with speaking privileges
8. Z SENNHEISER ADN CU 1 ART NO 502757 SER NO XXXXXXXXXX CE RE G Ge G DESIGNED AND MADE IN GERMANY A Front view B Rear view G1 On off switch 6 IN audio input 2 Standard display key fd 7 OUT audio output 3 Display panel PORT socket RJ 45 for connection of conference units 4 Jog dial 2 9 PORT socket RJ 45 for connection of conference units 5 ESC key Escape VGA monitor output Ol i USB socket lt 2x 2 Network socket RJ 45 3 Fans Mains socket 45 Hazard warnings Type plate Overview of the components Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel After switch on the central unit s display shows a progress bar for approx 30 seconds and then the standard display A Direct Access 30 Units E o 7T i T TT ji possible display function 7 Conference mode Current conference mode Direct Access Override Request Floor channel volume Current volume setting for the conference units built in loudspeakers Number of Number of connected conference units conference units 20 Connection status gt Conference Manager software is not connected to the central unit Conference Manager software is connected to the central unit 21 Structural change icon Icon appears if since the last initialization a malfunction change has occurred in the wiring of the conference units see page 34 Cable fault icon Icon appears
9. flashes red or only the microphone LED flashes green When the chairman grants you speaking privileges your microphone is acti vated The microphone LED and the signal light ring light up red The loudspeaker is muted Depending on the conference mode and the micro phone limit set the microphone of the previous speaker will be deactivated amp With a chairman unit you can take the floor at any time without first L having to be granted speaking privileges If you are using delegate units only you can only choose conference modes where speaking privileges do not have to be granted by a chairman Direct Access or Override mode see page 26 Alterna tively you can use the Conference Manager software to control the delegate units see page 95 Deactivating the microphone Cancelling a request to speak To deactivate the microphone when you have finished speaking or to cancel a request to speak gt Press the microphone key once more The microphone LED and the signal light ring go off 45 Running a conference 46 Connecting headphones You can connect mono or stereo headphones to the conference unit to listen to the floor channel The headphone volume can be individually adjusted on the confer ence unit gt Connect headphones with a 3 5 mm jack plug to the headphone socket Setting the headphone volume CAUTION Hearing damage due to high volumes Listeni
10. window appears Audio Settings Floor v Audio XLR out volume EQ low EQ mid EQ high Yolume EQ low EQ mid EQ high 32 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB 11 dB l 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB 0 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB 20 dB 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB Audio Gain Reduction Audio XLR In 0 0 dB per Mic v Sensitivity EQ low EQ mid EQ high 18 dBU 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB 18 dBU 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB Set default OK Cancel CAUTION Danger of hearing damage due to loud hissing When the floor channel volume is set to a high level or when several participants speak simultaneously feedback noise loud hissing can occur This can cause hearing damage Setting the volume and the tone color of the floor channel gt Reduce the floor channel volume see page 93 or page 101 Make sure that the Audio Gain Reduction function is activated see page 94 This function reduces the gain per active microphone by the selected level and thus prevents feedback noise Increase the distance between the individual conference units to at least 50 cm 93 Using the Conference Manager software To set the floor channel volume Floor gt Move the Volume slider yol EQI EQ mid EQ high ume lel pa oe Upwards to increase the floor channel volume or 32 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB downwards to reduce the floor channel volume The floor channel volume is changed immediately To set the tone color of the floor chann
11. 32 bit 60 Hertz jw Mouse Speed Keyboard Layout Engish Using the Conference Manager software gt Inthe menu bar click Edit gt Full Screen The full screen mode of the software is activated deactivated Adjusting the screen mouse and keyboard settings and the date time setting of the central unit gt Inthe menu bar click Settings gt System Properties The System Properties window appears ay shem Properts Screen Resouution Local Time 1024x768 Trus Color 32 bit 60 Hertz v 08 02 2010 09 27 45 AM Fouse Speed Keyboard Layout Slow _J Fast Eng sh S L Dek Space Free Space 1 5 0B To adjust the screen settings gt Select the desired value from the drop down list in the Screen Resolution box The screen resolution should be at least 800 x 600 pixels recommended 1024 x 762 or 1280 x 1024 pixels Screen resolutions and refresh rates are automatically adapted to the L connected screen so that you can always select the optimum settings for g flat screen monitors or video projectors It might be necessary to restart the central unit in order to be able to select the optimum settings for your screen If the screen connected to the central unit does not show anything it may be that the screen resolution is set too high In this case reset the screen resolution gt Press the key combination CTRL SHIFT F1 The screen
12. Delegate units and chairman units can be combined in an arbitrary order and are connected to the central unit using SDC CBL RJ 45 system cables The ends of the cable strings are open no ring topology The maximum number of conference units that can be used depends on the voltage supply which in turn is influenced by the cable lengths see next chapter a TE Ss approx 2 5 m lt approx 2 5m Voltage supply 52 8 V gt 35 V In addition you can connect audio devices to the central unit in order to e g feed audio signals to the floor channel or to output the floor channel via an external audio device Calculating the voltage drop on the system cables For safe operation of the conference system make sure that all conference units are supplied with a voltage of at least 35 V The voltage supplied depends on the number of connected conference units and on the cable lengths The standard cable length between the central unit and the first conference unit is 80 m max and the standard cable length between the conference units is 2 5 m If these cable lengths are observed safe operation of a conference system with 30 conference units is ensured If cable lengths are shorter it might be that more conference units can be used The ADN Cable Calculator program allows you to calculate the voltage drops on the individual sections of a cable string and to plan the structure of the conference system The progr
13. O XLR Out XLR In Fio XLR Out Status XLR Out Volume XLR Out Equalizer XLR In Status XLR In Sensitivity XLR In Equalizer Activates deactivates the OUT audio output Adjusts the volume of the OUT audio output Adjusts the tone color Activates deactivates the IN audio input Adjusts the sensitivity of the IN audio input the current level is displayed Adjust the sensitivity so that the level display shows an almost full deflection at maximum input volume Adjusts the tone color In the Equalizer menu item you can change between the frequency ranges by pressing the jog dial 4 Press the ESC key to cancel your entry and restore the previous state of all frequency ranges 31 Configuring the conference system via the central unit 32 Adjusting settings for the floor channel Floor Loudspeakers Main Menu ANA LNN Audio LEN ATAS Floor Loudspeakers Conference XLR Out Floor Loudspeaker Volume XLR In Floor Loudspeaker Equalizer v System Floor Loudspeakers Select and call up the aa Select and call up Audio submenu p different menu items menu Item ONO Floor Loudspeaker Volume Equalizer mem 02 dB E 16 lt gt L___ 03 aB oL 05 08 16 Select the Floor Loud Select the Equalizer speakers Volume setting setting store the Store the setting setting Oe CONO Floor Loudspeakers Volume Adjust
14. Preparing the central unit for use Setting up the central unit on a flat surface or mounting it into a rack If you want to place the central unit on a flat surface Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked Place the central unit on a flat surface as shown If you want to mount the central unit into a 19 rack the central unit must be supported and fixed to the rack using additional components CAUTION Danger of material damage and personal injury when rack A mounting the central unit When installing the product in a closed or multi rack assembly please consider that during operation e the ambient temperature within the rack may drastically increase e high mechanical loading may occur e intrinsically harmless leakage currents of the individual mains units may accumulate thereby exceeding the allowable limit value This can cause material damage and electric shocks gt Always mount the central unit using a suitable rack tray Make sure that the mechanical loading of the rack is even Make sure that the ambient temperature within the rack does not exceed the permissible temperature limit specified in the specifi cations see page 109 Ensure sufficient ventilation if necessary provide additional ventilation gt When connecting to the power supply observe the information indicated on the type plate Avoid circuit overloading If neces Sary provide overcurrent protection gt
15. a gt Enter the desired rotation angle into the Angle drop down list box _ 2258 ee a O Forn 315 Angles 45 Is 76 Defining fill line and border attributes Defining the fill color liT Cutline Linie ff Ree a LJ E ia e _ eae ae Color Fil E Red Changing the line and border style and color Using the Conference Manager software Please note when defining fill line and border attributes If you select an object in the library panel and then define fill line and border attri butes the defined attributes apply to all newly created objects of this type If you select an object already placed on the canvas and then define fill line and border attributes the defined attributes only apply to the selected object on the canvas To define the fill color Select the object Click the Fill button The list of colors appears Select a standard color Or gt Click the button The Select color window appears gt Select an individual color gt Click OK The fill color is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created objects see above To add an individual color to the list of standard colors Select the desired color in the Select color window gt Click Add to Custom Colors The color is added to the list of standard colors EE Select color Basic colors te E E TETEE E g p E miT
16. e faulty cables e faults in cable shields e faulty conference units e strong electromagnetic fields If there are system bus errors the icon appears behind Error Indication The display panel lights up red and the warning triangle 2 is displayed on the Standard display see page 34 There are temporary or permanent transmission errors Temporary transmission errors can be caused by e g poorly shielded mobiles phones that are placed too close to the system cables or conference units If the transmission error no longer exists the icon appears on the display The display panel lights up orange and the warning triangle 4 goes off 39 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Permanent transmission errors must be eliminated immediately in order to ensure trouble free operation of your conference system Follow the steps for error elimi nation described under the System Load menu item see page 38 In addition check if other electronic devices in the proximity of the conference system might cause the errors You can manually reset the icon behind Error indication to the default icon see page 40 The error counter Break Counter incrementally counts all errors and changes in the conference system e g added conference units Based on the changes of the counter s counts you can conclude on the error source e g if the counter rapidly increments when
17. see Preparing the central unit s integrated software for use on page 50 Alternatively you can install the software on a Windows PC You then have to inte grate the PC together with the central unit in a network see Preparing the Windows version of the software for use on page 50 Setup and Live operating mode In Setup operating mode you can plan configure and simulate conference situ ations The software allows you to easily plan your conference by simulating a conference room e g using lines colors and photos You can realistically simulate room situations manage the names of the conference participants and assign these names to individual conference units All conference settings can be adjusted and saved via the Conference Manager software These settings can then be used in Live operating mode In Live operating mode you can control a conference from your screen For controlling the conference you can choose between two views Room View and Delegate View You can see at a glance which delegates are currently speaking and which have made a request to speak and you can activate or deactivate indi vidual conference units just with a mouse click Establishing a connection between the software and the conference system In order to be able to control a conference via the Conference Manager software you have to connect the software to the conference system If yo
18. Select the operating mode Setup or Live and click OK Of a conference saved gt Select the Open Local Conference Docu locally on the hard disk ment option button Open Local Conterence gt Click OK and select the desired configura Document tion from the Open Conference file selec tion dialog box file extension adn gt Click OK The conference is loaded in Setup oper ating mode After loading a configuration the conference automatically starts in Live operating mode Also observe the information on page 69 In Setup operating mode you can adapt existing configurations to your needs Only available if you are using the Windows version of the software even if there is no connection to a central unit e If you open a configuration in Setup operating mode the password set L will be prompted where applies see page 64 SS 68 Autoload Properties Enable 4utoload Default adn Disable Autoload Disconnect Autoload Properties Enable 4utoload Default adn Disable Autoload Disconnect lt OK Cancel OK Cancel Using the Conference Manager software Activating deactivating automatic loading of a configuration To automatically load a saved configuration at startup of the conference system gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Autoload The Autoload Pro
19. Vincent Davis Charlie Hewitt Bruce Wayne Liz Huston Charles Williams Michael Cullen Jennifer Watson Jessica Barry David Porter Terry Kerr Jean McConnell Jason Thorn Toni McRollins Mariah Deaner Hank England Judy Gates Avril Conelly Jason Higgins Simon Scott Stacey Gowans Eve Gibson oon oon Bw Ne N NNNNNNNN e e e e a a a a a ad on oho ONY eK OW OA DO ton eO Add Remove Import Export Planning and mapping the conference room Placing objects onthe canvas Click the Room View button cy slobal Menu Edt Settings Help New Conference Import Microphone Linit s ee Delegate Chairman Start Intialization 74 Add K 4dd Multiple Creating and positioning a freeform path Placing several objects on the canvas F Add Add Multiple S GR Number of Tables Using the Conference Manager software gt Select an object from the Equipment Images or Microphone Unit s library panels The selected object is highlighted in blue gt Drag the object onto the canvas If the object can be dropped at the current cursor position the object and the icon are displayed next to the mouse pointer If the object cannot be dropped at the current cursor position the icon is displayed gt Drop the object at the desired position The object is placed on the canvas in standard size You can also place rectangles and circl
20. You can lock all objects in the Equipment Images and Microphone Unit s library panels In doing so you also lock all objects placed on the canvas so that they cannot be edited gt Click the Room View button GA Click the is icon in the header of the library panel that you want to lock The library panel and the objects are locked lock icon amp You can no longer drag objects from the library panel to the canvas or edit objects that are already placed on the canvas To unlock library panels gt Click the amp icon in the header of the library panel that you want to unlock The library panel and the objects are unlocked lock icon a Creating a delegate list Changing a delegate name Deleting a delegate name Remove Exporting a delegate list Export Using the Conference Manager software Managing delegate data gt gt y Click the Delegate View button i The Delegate View window appears the screenshot below shows the Windows version of the software which features the additional buttons Import and Export Click the Add button The Add Delegate window appears Add Delegate Name OK Cancel Enter the delegate name into the Name field Click OK The Add Delegate window closes and the delegate name is displayed in the Delegate column ID Delegate Chairman Stephanie Walker Double click a delegate
21. caused by e g amp e metal parts e g paper clips that bridge the contacts of the plug connections e faulty system cables e wrong cables e g crossover cables Voltage The port is deactivated due to e g a e no conference units connected e ashort circuit If an error icon appears see page 34 check your conference system for the errors mentioned above If an error is detected at startup of the central unit first eliminate the L error and then perform a manual self test see page 40 in order to check ifthe error still occurs If an error has only occured during operation and has already been elim inated this is automatically detected by the central unit Possible steps for error elimination e Eliminate the errors separately for each port e Calculate the maximum length of the cable string see page 13 and if neces sary reduce the cable length e Reduce the number of conference units to 15 20 max per cable string Displaying the temperature status Temperature Displaying system bus errors Bus Statistics Configuring the conference system via the central unit e If necessary further reduce the number of conference units until there are no errors reported Then add conference units one after the other and observe the central unit s display If an error is reported the cause of the error might be the last added conference unit the cable used or metal parts that bridge the contacts
22. damage due to high volumes When the conference participants listen to the floor channel via headphones they can adjust the volume themselves In doing so sound pressure exceeding 85 dB A can be produced 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 e You can hear ringing or whistling sounds in your ears e You have the impression even for a short time only that you can no longer hear high notes Inform the conference participants about these facts and if necessary ask them to set the volume to a medium level Intended use Intended use of the products includes e having read this instruction manual especially the chapter Important safety instructions e using the products within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual Improper use means using the products other than as described in this instruc tion manual or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein The Sennheiser ADN conference system The Sen
23. different file name before changing to Live operating mode Make sure that the software is connected to the central unit see page 66 gt Load the active configuration in Setup operating mode marked with an asterisk see page 68 This configuration contains the last settings used gt Save the configuration under a different file name see above 69 Using the Conference Manager software 70 To save a newly created configuration on the hard disk of the Windows PC gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Save The Save Conference window appears Save Conference Save Conference Document on CU Save as Local Conference Document Connect OK Cancel gt Select the Save as Local Conference Document option button gt Click OK The Save conference window appears Save conference Save in Y My Computer acea a Local Disk C t 4 lt DATA D My Recent 2 DYD RAM Laufwerk E My Document My Computer a MyNawok ferme S Places Save as type IS ADN files adn Cance Select the desired storage location gt Enter anew file name into the File name field gt Click Save The file is saved Conference Files folder e By default the configurations are saved in the My Documents ADN 1 e You can click Global Menu gt Save to save a configuration that a
24. if conference units are not correctly connected see page 34 23 Short circuit icon Icon appears if there is a short circuit in the wiring of the conference units see page 34 The display panel lights up red Warning triangle Icon appears if there is a malfunction change see page 34 The display panel lights up red 25 Lock mode icon Lock mode of the central unit see page 21 aw Lock mode is deactivated Lock mode is activated 11 Overview of the components 12 The Conference Manager software The Conference Manager software allows you to conveniently configure and control the entire conference via a Windows PC or directly via the central unit For further information on the software refer to the chapter Using the Confer ence Manager software on page 49 The SDC CBL RJ 45 system cables The system cables transmit the digital audio and status information and supply power to the conference units Shielded RJ 45 modular plug cat 5 e D Gray cable booth with clip protector Round STP cable cat 5 e 24 AWG black 29 Black cable booth with clip protector gt 35 V Structuring and controlling the conference system Structuring and controlling the conference system Structuring the conference system The ADN conference system is suitable for small to medium size conferences with approx 30 conference units divided up onto the two connection sockets PORT and PORT I
25. is displayed below the icon The conference unit assigned to the name appears in the ID column of the Delegate View window we ID Delegate Chairman a eagle 4 Eva Lr Vincen 3 4 Th ie Vincent Eva aie aa Marina Roland Petra You can change the orientation visibility of numbers and delegate names assigned to the conference unit icons gt Select a conference unit icon The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the Labe Orientation box appears To change the orientation visibility of the number gt Select the desired orientation from the D drop down list The number is displayed at the selected side of the icon or is hidden To change the orientation visibility of the delegate name gt Select the desired orientation visibility from the Delegate drop down list The delegate name is displayed at the selected side of the icon or is hidden Setting Orientation visibility Left left Top top Right right Bottom bottom Hidden hidden 89 Using the Conference Manager software Adjusting the conference settings Setup operating mode Adjusting the conference mode Click the button on the toolbar The Conference Settings window appears Conference Settings Conference Mode Override Ww Microphone Lirit z Request Limit be gt Ife Blink on Request Talk Time Limitation Talk Time Limit 60 minutes Premon
26. lt 4 Configure the screen keyboard and mouse settings using the Conference Manager software see page 63 Your conference system is now ready for operation cI yas Er e C gt Se SZ aema gt PO Ve The USB sockets only support a keyboard and a mouse 1 19 Putting the conference system into operation Running the software ona separate Windows PC Zi SENNHEISER ADNCU1 20 To run the Conference Manager software on a separate Windows PC the PC must meet the system requirements listed on page 50 gt Use a network cable Cat5 to connect the Ethernet socket 2 of the central unit to the network interface of your PC You can also connect the PC and the central unit using a switch or similar gt Install the Conference Manager software supplied on the CD ROM on your connected PC see page 51 gt Configure the network as described in the chapter Preparing the Windows version of the software for use on page 50 Switching the conference system on off To switch the conference system on gt Set the on off switch D to position I The central unit switches on and its display panel lights up To switch the conference system off If you have made changes to a configuration using the Conference L Manager software you have to save these changes before
27. name The Acd Delegate window appears displaying the corresponding delegate name Change the name Click OK The Add Delegate window closes Select a delegate name Click the Remove button The delegate name is deleted from the delegate list Click the Export button The Save as window appears only if you are using the Windows version of the software 85 Using the Conference Manager software Importing delegate lists Import Overview of the conference unit icons 86 Automatic placement and initialization of conference units Enter a file name gt Select the desired storage location gt Click OK The window closes and the delegate list is exported as an XML file e By default the delegate lists are saved in the My Documents ADN 1M Delegates Lists folder You can import delegate lists from other configurations CAUTION Loss of delegate names If you import a delegate list all existing delegate names will be deleted This action cannot be reversed gt Export the existing delegate list to save the data for later use see above gt Click the Import button The Import Participant Data window appears gt Select the XML file with the delegate list gt Click OK The window closes and the delegate names are displayed in the Delegate column Initializing the conference units S
28. numbering of the conference units Resorc Stop Resort A Microphone Unit ID 2 Delegate none ix Assigning delegate names to the conference units A Microphone Unit ID 2 Delegate none v 88 To start the initialization of the conference units gt Click the Start Initialization button and confirm the confirmation prompt with OK The microphone LEDs and the signal light rings of the connected confer ence units light up red The conference unit icon with the number 1 is perma nently marked with a red circle All other icons are marked with flashing red circles To assign a conference unit to the conference unit icon which is permanently marked with a red circle Press the microphone key on the conference unit The microphone LED and the signal light ring of the conference unit go off The next conference unit icon is permanently marked with a red circle Repeat this step for the remaining conference units The initialization process is complete when all conference units are assigned e You can only assign delegate units to delegate unit icons and L chairman units to chairman unit icons To stop the initialization of the conference units gt Click the Stop Initialization button in the Microphone Unit s library panel The initialization is stopped All conference units that have not been initialized are marked with a question mar
29. object from the clipboard Deletes an object Moves the object one level to the back Moves the object one level to the front Selects all objects Activates deactivates full screen mode Opens the conference settings Opens the audio settings Adjusts the language Sets the password protection Opens the network settings Re initializes the conference units Restores the factory default settings of the software Opens the hardware settings for screen mouse and keyboard Starts the help function Displays the current software version only visible when you are using the Windows version of the software only visible when you are using the central unit s integrated software 68 71 70 69 66 69 55 81 81 81 76 63 90 93 64 64 65 88 65 63 57 Using the Conference Manager software Alternatively you can also use the keyboard shortcuts listed next to the I commands Buttons for selecting the views Changes to the Room View window where you can configure and or control the conference system via a graphical interface a The Room View window changes depending on whether Setup or Live operating mode is set see page 59 Changes to the Delegate View window where you can create a delegate list and control the conference by means of the list The Delegate View window changes depending on whether Setup or Live operating mode is set s
30. resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels To adjust the mouse pointer speed gt Inthe Mouse Speed box move the slider to Siow to reduce the pointer speed or to Fast to increase the pointer speed To adjust to keyboard layout to the central unit e g cyrillic keyboard layout gt Select the desired value from the drop down list in the Keyboard Layout box To adjust the date and time of the central unit gt Highlight the individual digits in the Local Time box gt Enter the date and time via the keyboard or click the buttons to increase or reduce the highlighted digits gt Click OK The settings are saved and the System Properties windows closes only if you are using the central unit s integrated software 63 Using the Conference Manager software Settings Help Conference Settings Audio Settings Language F oy English Set Password Deutsch aP Network Espa ol Protecting configurations with a password and changing a password 64 The Disk Space box in the System Properties window provides infor mation on the free memory available on the central unit mio Disk Space Free Space 1 5 GB Selecting the language gt Inthe menu bar click Settings gt Language A list with the available languages appears Click the desired language The language of the software is changed Using a password You ca
31. the components For conferencing you require e 1ADN CU1 central unit e ADN D1 delegate units e ADN C1 chairman units optional for granting speaking privileges e SDC CBL RJ 45 system cables available in different lengths e Conference Manager software for configuring and controlling conferences optional can be run on the central unit a screen keyboard and mouse are required or can be run on a Separate Windows PC with Ethernet connection ADN D1 ADN C1 ADN D1 ADN C1 SDC CBL RJ 45 ieee lt a 1 SDC CBL RJ 45 wo Overview of the components ADN D1 delegate unit Sound inlet basket O IN socket with firmly fixed windshield Signal light ring OUT socket Headphone socket Headphone volume control for headphone socket Microphone key Microphone LED Loudspeaker Overview of the components ADN C1 chairman unit Sound inlet basket T IN socket with firmly fixed windshield Signal light ring OUT socket Headphone socket Priority key x amp O Next key 2 Headphone volume control for headphone socket Microphone key Microphone LED Loudspeaker Overview of the components 10 ADN CU1 central unit m SENNHEISER ADN CU1 El coo0o000000000000000000000000 IN AUDIO OUT PoRTI PoRTI 7 lt CO fais 5 il 2x 52 8V 75A
32. the conference units connected to the central unit ro Chairman unit with speaking privileges Chairman unit is deactivated mee Delegate unit with speaking privileges 100 of the speaking time is available 4 Delegate unit with speaking privileges approx 50 of the speaking time is available wa Delegate unit shortly before the speaking time limit expires A Delegate unit when the speaking time limit is exceeded Delegate unit is deactivated ky Delegate unit has made a request to speak flashing Controlling a conference Granting withdrawing To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit in all conference modes speaking privileges using the Room View window Click a conference unit icon The conference unit icon is then marked with a red circle and the conference Seber Chane de Waker ANYON SHEN unit is displayed in the Delegates box The bar graph displays the current a status The conference unit is granted speaking privileges and the signal light ring and the microphone LED light up red 1 2 3 To withdraw speaking privileges from a conference unit a P Click a conference unit icon marked with a red circle 1 John Com a The conference unit icon turns gray and the conference unit is removed from the Delegates box The conference unit loses its speaking privileges and the signal light ring and the microphone LED go off To arbitrarily grant speaking privileges to a con
33. the key combination CTRL SHIFT F1 The screen resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels If the screen connected to the central unit does not show anything it may 65 Using the Conference Manager software Using the conference system and the software Connecting the software to the central unit To connect the Conference Manager software to the central unit gt Start the software see page 55 The Open window appears Open New Conference Document _ Open Active Conference Document from CU Open Conference Document From CU active start in Setup Mode Start in Live Mode Open Local Conference Document OK Cancel gt Click Connect Or gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Connect The Connect to CU window appears showing a list of available central units Connect to CU OK Cancel gt Select the desired central unit function is always to connect the Conference Manager software to e The Connect button is also available in other program windows Its i the central unit e The Windows version of the software allows you to select different central units in the network The central unit s integrated software can only be connected to its own central unit gt Click OK The software is connected to the selected central unit The Device Connected icon ES appears on the toolbar 66 Using the Conference M
34. units are ready for operation upon delivery The conference system automatically recognizes if the connected conference units are chairman units or delegate units and initializes them automatically o If you connect chairman units to the conference system during a running L conference you have to re initialize them see page 30 or page 88 16 Putting the conference system into operation Setting up the conference system Installing the cable holder If you want to permanently install your conference system in a room use the optional cable holders see Accessories on page 108 Tilt the conference units as shown gt Hold the conference units with one hand so that the microphone does not rest on the table gt Insert the cable holder as shown At this point the cable holder is not yet fixed with screws You first have to connect the conference units as described in the following chapter Connecting the conference units to the central unit You can connect up to 15 conference units to each of the central unit s connection sockets PORT 8 or PORT 9 The maximum number of conference units that can be used in one cable string depends on the overall cable length connected to a port see page 13 The following describes the procedure for one cable string If necessary repeat these steps for a second cable string Place the conference units at the corresponding seat
35. AUDIO DISTRIBUTION NETWORK 7 SENNHEISER Contents Contents Important Safety instructions oo ce cecessessessessesscseseseeseecsecsessecsecseeceecaecsseeaseseeees 3 The Sennheiser ADN conference system cceseessessescessesseseeesessessesssaeeaecsesaesateaseaes 5 Available system components scope Of delivery ou ce eeeescesescetsessesceseeseeeneeaes 6 Overview of the COMPONENTS cceescesesssesscseessecsscssesssesecsescseeseecsecsseseseateseeceeenseneees 7 ADN D1 delegate unit sssssessesssssssessseessssesssresresesresesresessesesresrereseeseseesesresesseseesesesresese 8 ADN CL CiVAIFINVANA ONIE sausnya 9 APN CUT CENG AL UMIE cann E aatedteacencsateneeetoserecesswetaneect 10 Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel ccc ceecsssssesscssessesscsseessesseesecseeseeees 11 The Conference Manager software ccecescssesscessssesscesceseesecsseseesesaesesaeserseeseesaess 12 The SDC CBL RJ 45 system cables cccscssscscssscecssesseesssescessssssssecessnsessesssessesssnsess 12 Structuring and controlling the conference system sssssesesesssesssesssrsssreeesese 13 Putting the conference system into operation ssssssssseesssessssssssesrssereseseesesesesse 15 Preparing the central unit for use ssssesessssesessesssesresesssreresesrenssesrsssreseseeseresesesesse 15 Preparing the conference units for Use e ssssssssessssesssesssseresesresesesessenesesrereseseseseese 16 Settin
36. E E E E TETEE E S E p HITIN E E To Emini Hue 238 Red Custom colors ii me gt merrrsr su 178 Te een eo nnn ak ei val 255 S Blue 255 Add to Custom Colors Alpha channel 255 S OK Cancel To define the line or border style Select the object gt Click on the Line drop down list The list of available line styles appears Select a line type The line style is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created objects see above 717 Using the Conference Manager software ED Outline Line a a E Golar Red Hd Ft _ ht ako EOS Boe Placing text on the canvas Text Changing the font type AY Font Font Arial we Changing the font size 4 A Conference Manager Using image files 78 To define the line color gt gt gt vy gt gt gt Select the object Click the Color button Select a standard color Or Click the The Select color window appears Select a color Click OK The line or border color is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created objects see Defining fill line and border attributes on page 77 Select the Text Text Object tool in the Equipment library panel and drag it onto the canvas The text object is placed on the canvas Double click the text object Enter the des
37. Ground the rack via an additional ground connection Fastening the optional gt Unscrew and remove the 2 torx screws T25 on each side of the central unit rack mount ears see left hand diagram gt Secure the optional rack mount ears G see Accessories on page 108 to the sides of the central unit using the previously removed torx screws see right hand diagram 15 Putting the conference system into operation gt Slide the central unit with the mounted rack mount ears into the 19 rack and support the weight with e g a rack tray gt Secure the rack mount ears to the rack e An engineering drawing detailing the dimensions of the central unit can L be found in the appendix see page 111 F Connecting the central unit to the mains CAUTION Product damage due to unsuitable mains cables or power outlets An unsuitable power supply can damage the product Only use the recommended mains cable see Accessories on page 108 for connecting the product to the mains Only use multi outlet power strips or extension cables with protective ground contacts gt Only use mains cables with a 3 pin connector gt First connect the mains cable to the mains socket 42 gt Connect the mains cable to the mains The central unit is now ready for operation IGNED IN GERMANY l 1 9 240V 50 0Hz 240W Preparing the conference units for use The conference
38. P address allocation mode Static le Dynamic IP 42 Sets the IP address of the central unit XXX XXX XXX XXX 42 Sets the subnet mask of the central unit XXX XXX XXX XXX 42 Working with the operating menu By way of example of the Microphone Limit menu item this section describes how to use the operating menu Information on the factory default settings of the operating menu can be found in the appendix see page 111 Changing from the standard display to the operating menu Direct Access 30 Units Main Menu gt 20 Audio v System w Standard display Main Menu Press the jog dial The standard display is replaced by the main menu The last selected menu item is highlighted Calling up a menu item Main Menu O Conference O Microphone Limit Conference Mode Audio Microphones v System v Request Limit 05 05 Select and call up the Microphone Limit menu item Select and call up the The Microphone Limit Conference submenu menu item appears Press the jog dial to call up the Conference menu item The Conference submenu appears Turn the jog dial to select the Microphone Limit menu item Press the jog dial to call up the Microphone Limit menu item Changing and storing settings Microphone Limit O Microphone Limit Microphones Microphones 05 07 Select the desired setting Store the setting O Turn the jog dial to ad
39. RT is deactivated Error and remedy Short circuit caused by metal parts e g paper clips that bridge the contacts of the plug connections faulty system cables e wrong cables e g crossover cables y Check if you are using the correct system cables Follow the steps described under the System Load menu item see page 38 Perform a manual self test see page 40 The Units display displays the connected conference units e g 08 the previously deactivated connection socket PORT or PORT II is activated again Display s Error and remedy The warning triangle 24 and the cable fault icon 22 are displayed and the Processing bar J appears Wrong cabling the microphone LED and the signal light ring of the affected conference unit flash red gt Check if the cables are connected correctly see page 17 Displaying the type and number of conference units connected to the connections PORT or PORT II Ports Main Menu Conference Audio Select and call up the System submenu System Ports Deleg Chair Diagnostics Port 1 20 1 Units vy Versions Port 2 5 1 Units View the information Select and call up the i exit the menu item Ports menu item The Ports menu item displays the number of delegate units Deleg and chairman units Chair connected to the connection sockets PORT and PORT II
40. TION Liquids can damage the product Liquids entering the product can cause a short circuit in the electronics or damage the mechanics Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surfaces of the product gt Keep all liquids away from the product gt Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents Before cleaning switch the central unit off and disconnect it from the mains gt Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the product To ensure optimum cooling of the central unit Clean the air vents on the front back and bottom from time to time with a soft brush or paintbrush in order to avoid dust deposits 104 Updating the firmware of the conference system Updating the firmware of the conference system CAUTION Danger of damage to the conference system Improper modification of the firmware e g due to updates can cause irreparable damage to the conference system gt Only update the firmware if the function of your conference system is impaired or if the update is recommended by Sennheiser gt Contact your Sennheiser partner to update the firmware gt While the update is in process do not disconnect the central unit and the conference units from the power supply For information on firmware updates for your ADN conference system contact your Sennheiser partner 105 If a problem occurs If a problem occurs Conference system Central unit cannot be switched on Conference unit canno
41. The Network and Sharing Center The Network and Sharing Center window appears window appears Using the Conference Manager software gt Click Network Connections in the Click Manage network connec Click Change adapter settings in right column gt Network Connections The Network Connections window appears Double click Local Area Connec tion LAN or High Speed Internet The Local Area Connection Status window appears Click the Properties button Local Area Connection Status General Support Connection Status Connected Duration 00 10 16 Speed 100 0 Mbps Activity 4 Received hh Packets The Local Area Connection Proper ties window appears In the This connection uses the gt following items box scroll to the bottom Double click Internet Protocol TCP IP This connection uses the following items E Client for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Intemet Protocol TCP IP tions in the left column Set up a connection or network Manage network connections 7 Diagnose and repair The Network Connections window appears Double click Local Area Connec tion aiii AIEDSi iaaeao aadi aana aiana peme Local Area Connection i o o Jetivork Sissccssscsancceisssscsascannncsasccnscsacsssac
42. adjust the contrast of the display panel in 15 steps IP Address T 49 68 179 10 49 68 179 Select the desired setting store the setting O LES Subnet Mask B3 2550 0 255 255 0 0 Select the desired setting store the setting MINA LPN O Contrast E o Select the desired setting store the setting MIAA LIGNA O Configuring the conference system via the central unit Activating the lock mode Lock Main Menu oo Settings as Lock a System Network Languages On Contrast Select and call up the Select and call up th Select the desired Settings submen en ae y setting store the SOAN setting MINA LEN O When you activate the lock mode you are automatically returned to the standard display For information on how to deactivate the lock mode refer to page 21 Restoring the factory default settings Restore Factory Defaults Main Menu q Kan Settings O Restore Factory Defaults a System Contrast Yes Languages Lock Restore Factory Defaults Select and call up the Select the desired a ne ca Heine Restore Factory setting apply the g Defaults menu item setting The Restore Factory Defaults menu item allows you to restore the factory default settings see Factory default settings on page 111 43 Running a conference 44 Running a conference The character of your conference i e the conditions under which the participants can take the fl
43. ager software Loading a configuration gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Open Conference The Open window appears If the software is connected to a central unit see page 66 you can load three types of configurations Open Active Conference Document from CU Loa d In g a CO nfi g u rat ION Act lons J Open Conference Document from CU p o o E mE i aS Of an active running To load your configuration in Live operating Start in Setup Mode conference Active mode Start in Live Mode Conference Document gt Select the Open Active Conference Docu ment from CU option button gt Click OK Liscannect OG Eene To select the operating mode Setup or Live in which the configuration is to be loaded Open Local Conference Document gt Select the Open Conference Document from CU option button gt Select the configuration of an active confer ence marked with an asterisk from the drop down list gt Select the operating mode Setup or Live and click OK Of a non active conference To select the operating mode Setup or Live Conference Document in which the configuration is to be loaded gt Select the Open Conference Document from CU option button gt Select the configuration of a non active conference not marked with an asterisk from the drop down list gt
44. am is available from your Sennheiser partner or from the down load area on our website at www sennheiser com To use the ADN Cable Calculator program Start the ADN Cable Calculator exe file and follow the instructions of the program For further information and for how to calculate the voltage drop of a cable string refer to the help of the ADN Cable Calculator program 13 Structuring and controlling the conference system 14 ADN CU1 Conference Manager software wee eee ee ee ee Configuring and controlling the conference system For configuring the conference system you can either use the operating menu of the central unit or the Conference Manager software The software also allows you to control conferences via a graphical interface Function Operating menu Conference Manager software Configuring the J wi conference Controlling the X NA conference via a graphical interface The Conference Manager software can be run in two different ways a As a program on the central unit s built in PC You have to connect a screen keyboard and mouse to the central unit see page 50 b As a program on a Windows PC You have to install the Conference Manager software on the PC and integrate the PC together with the central unit in a network see page 50 Putting the conference system into operation Putting the conference system into operation
45. anager software Eliminating connection problems If no connection to the central unit can be established or if the configuration cannot be found an error message appears Sutoload A Failed to connect to device ADN CU 000002 gt Check if the central unit is correctly connected see page 50 and switched on see page 20 If necessary disconnect an existing connection to the central unit in order to establish a new connection see next section gt Click Retry Retry Disconnecting the connection to the central unit gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Disconnect A confirmation prompt appears gt Click OK The connection to the central unit is disconnected If necessary the software changes to Setup operating mode Creating a new configuration gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt New Conference Document The Open window appears Open New Conference Document Open Active Conference Document from CU Open Conference Document From CU active Start in Setup Mode Start in Live Mode Open Local Conference Document OK Canes gt Select the New Conference Document option button gt Click OK A new configuration is created The software changes to Setup operating mode and the Room View window is displayed see page 60 only if you are using the Windows version of the software 67 Using the Conference Man
46. at produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manu facturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 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 when the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose t
47. ates all currently active delegate units All requests to speak are retained Main Menu Oo Conference Clear Request List on Cancel Blink on Request On Audio Re Init 7 System On Off Select and call up the Select and call up the Select the desired Conference submenu Clear Request List on setting store the Cancel menu item setting dew ENN O Possible settings On and Off Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting the audio settings Audio The Audio submenu allows you to adjust settings that affect the audio signals of the conference system Adjusting settings for the OUT audio output and the IN audio input XLR Out and XLR In Main Menu Conference v System Select and call up the Audio submenu XLR Out Status XLR In Status On Off On Select the XLR Out Status XLR In Status setting store the setting Audio XLR Out XLR In v Floor Loudspeakers Select and call up different submenus XLR Out Volume 6 dB 6 dB XLR In Sensitivity Joor 07 5 dBu 07 5 dBu Select the XLR Out Volume XLR In sensitivity setting store the setting OM NA XLR Out XLR In XLR Out Status XLR In Status XLR Out Volume XLR In Sensitivity XLR Out Equalizer XLR In Equalizer Select and call up different menu items XLR Out Equalizer XLR In Equalizer Select the Equalizer setting store the setting MENA LON
48. ates on the device Restricted Use The Microsoft software was designed for systems that do not require fail safe perfor mance You may not use the Microsoft software in any device or system in which a malfunction of the software would result in foreseeable risk of injury or death to any person This includes operation of nuclear facilities aircraft navigation or communication systems and air traffic control No Warranties for the Software The software is provided as is You bear all risks of using it Micro soft gives no express warranties guarantees or conditions Any warranties you receive regarding the device or the software do not originate from and are not binding on Microsoft or its affiliates When allowed by your local laws Sennheiser and Microsoft exclude implied warranties of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose and non infringement Liability Limitations You can recover from Microsoft and its affiliates only direct damages up to two hundred fifty U S Dollars U S 250 00 You cannot recover any other damages including conse quential lost profits special indirect or incidental damages 13 Appendix This limitation applies to e Anything related to the software services content including code on third party internet sites or third party programs and e Claims for breach of contract breach of warranty guarantee or condition strict liability negli gence or other tort to the extent permit
49. btain an IP address automatically Obtain an IP address automatically Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address Use the following IP address Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 145 IP address 192 168 1 145 IP address 192 168 1 145 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 1 74 Default gateway 192 168 1 1 Default gateway 192 168 1 1 Settings to be adjusted via the central unit see page 42 gt On the central unit call up the IP Mode menu item Main Menu Settings Network Vv Select Static IP gt Determine the network part of the IP address of the Windows PC and note it down network part 192 168 1 145 device part In this example the network part is 192 168 1 gt On the central unit call up the IP Address menu item Main Menu Settings Network IP Address Vv Set the network part of the IP address to the value retrieved from your Windows PC gt Set the device part the last three digits of the IP address to a value 1 254 that is neither used by your PC nor by another computer in your network in this example the device part must not be 145 54 Using the Conference Manager software Starting exiting the software The central unit s integrated software To start the central unit s integrated software
50. c menu item see page 39 Resetting the display of L N Diagnostics O Reset Error Indication data bus errors Main Menu Start Self Test Yes o mene System Reset Break indication Reset Error Indication Select and call up Select the desired etan ce PRT the Reset Error setting apply the g Indication menu item setting LNA Possible settings Yes or No This menu item allows you to manually reset the display of data bus errors Error indication in the Bus Statistic menu item to default see page 39 40 Configuring the conference system via the central unit o We strongly recommend to always perform a self test see page 40 in L order to make sure that the error is eliminated After a successful self test the error icons go off and the display of data bus errors is automatically reset to default Displaying the hardware and software version Versions submenu ge IN Main Menu a Vee System Versions Conference Ports Audio Diagnostics Software Version Info Select and call up the Select and call up the The Versions System submenu Versions submenu submenu appears The Versions menu item provides information on your hardware and software versions Information on firmware updates for your conference system is available from your Sennheiser partner or from the download area on our website at www sennheiser com Displaying the hardware version LENS Version
51. ceives requests to speak and grants speaking privileges according to the FIFO principle First In First Out i e the speaker with the longest waiting time is granted speaking privileges Situation The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached Request Limit Event A further speaker makes a request to speak Behavior The speaker can only make a request to speak if the maximum number of requests to speak drops below the specified limit value Setting the max number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphone Limit Main Menu L TN Conference O Microphone Limit Conference Mode Audio Microphones v System v Request Limit 05 05 Select and call up the Select and call up the Microphone Limit Select the desired H Ww 7 7 Conference submenu menu item setting store the setting rom n Adjustment range 1 10 The Microphone Limit menu item allows you to set the max number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously in all conference modes Please note that any connected chairman unit is counted against the microphone limit If you set a higher value adjustment range 1 10 than the one determined by the number of connected chairman units the system will reduce the microphone limit to the maximum possible value see examples in the table Possible Microphone Limit values 0 cai e a I Ga 4 ps 6 10 oh For information on how this setti
52. cnscssadbabmnscneoescnssensssnssnacssansnsasenasonsconnaab The Local Area Connection Status window appears Click the Properties button a 4 Local Area Connection Status ES General Connection e IPv4 Connectivity Internet IPv6 Connectivity Limited Media State Enabled Duration 00 21 15 Speed 1 0 Gbps Details Activity Sent A Received map Bytes 137 365 677 349 The Local Area Connection Proper ties window appears In the This connection uses the following items box double click Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 This connection uses the following items o Parallels Shared Folders Network Provider 0 Client for Microsoft Networks JZ QoS Packet Scheduler uM File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 ES Intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 F afe a m The Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window appears the left column Change adapter settings Change auth sharing settings The Network Connections window appears Double click Local Area Connec tion A by Local ie ae Network Parallels Network Adapter The Local Area Connection Proper ties window appears Click the Properties button i Local Area Connection Properties a cone Connection IPv4 Connectivity arise IPv6 Connec
53. comply with any technical limitations in the software that allow you to use it only in certain ways For more information see the software documentation or contact Sennheiser Except and only to the extent permitted by applicable law despite these limitations you may not e Work around any technical limitations in the software e Reverse engineer decompile or disassemble the software e Make more copies of the software than specified in this agreement e Publish the software for others to copy e Rent lease or lend the software or e Use the software for commercial software hosting services Except as expressly provided in this agreement rights to access the software on this device do not give you any right to implement Microsoft patents or other Microsoft intellectual property in soft ware or devices that access this device You may use remote access technologies in the software such as Remote Desktop to access the software remotely from another device You are responsible for obtaining any licenses required for use of these protocols to access other software e Remote Boot Feature If the Sennheiser enabled the device Remote Boot feature of the software you may i use the Remote Boot Installation Service RBIS tool only to install one copy of the software on your server and to deploy the software on licensed devices as part of the Remote Boot process and ii use the Remote Boot Installation Service only for deployment of the sof
54. cover existing objects In this case change the L order of the objects by sending them to the front or back see page 81 Moving graphic objects Select the desired object on the canvas The object appears with a bounding box dotted line around it Objects that cannot be selected are locked see page 84 gt Move the object to the desired position pointer on the canvas then click and hold down the left mouse button while you draw a box around the objects to be moved Alternatively hold down the CTRL key and click the desired objects one after the other If you want to move several objects simultaneously position the mouse You can also select all objects on the canvas by clicking Edit gt Select all in the menu bar or by pressing the key combination CTRL a Use the grid lines to align the objects see page 83 Resizing graphic objects To resize rectangles circles lines or paths gt Select the desired object on the canvas The object appears with a bounding box dotted line and bounding box handles around it Place the mouse pointer on the desired bounding box handle The mouse pointer changes to a hand icon Resize the object as needed Rotating objects gt Select the desired object on the canvas The selected object is outlined with a dotted line The Form box appears re gt Select the desired rotation angle from the Angle drop down list Or
55. duction XLR Out menu XLR Out Status XLR Out Volume XLR Out Equalizer Calls up the Conference submenu Calls up the Audio submenu Calls up the System submenu Adjusts the language Calls up the Settings submenu Adjusts the conference mode Sets the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously in Direct Access and Override mode Sets the maximum number of requests to speak in Request and Direct Access mode Activates deactivates the speaking time limit Sets the speaking time limit Sets the advance warning time warns speakers that they are approaching the end of the individual speaking time Determines the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded Activates deactivates the flashing of the signal light ring when a request to speak is made Re initializes the conference units Sets the function of the priority key z of the chairman unit Calls up the XLR Out submenu Calls up the XLR In submenu Calls up the Fioor Loudspeakers submenu The sum signal of all active conference units is output via the floor channel Floor Loudspeakers The Audio Gain Reduction menu item allows you to adjust how the volume levels of the signals of the individual conference units are processed Activates deactivates the OUT audio output Adjusts the volume of the XLR output Adjusts the tone color of the XLR
56. e Network IP Adress Mode IP Address Subnet Mask Static IP The Network submenu appears The Network submenu allows you to set the IP address allocation mode the IP address and the subnet mask For detailed information on network settings refer to the chapter Preparing the Windows version of the software for use on page 50 Main Menu Settings Select and call up the Network submenu Network IP Address Subnet Mask Static IP Select and call up the IP Address Mode menu item Possible settings Static IP and Dynamic IP ge IN IP Address Mode StaticIP i Dynamic IP Static IP Select the desired Sat store the setting sew LEGO SN O By selecting Static IP you gain access to the IP Address and Subnet LTEN ANA L Mask submenus see the following sections Network O Main Menu IP Mode Settings Subnet Mask 10 49 68 179 Select and call up the Select and call up the Network submenu IP Address menu item LD T Network LENS Main Menu IP Mode Settings IP Address Select and call up the Network submenu 255 255 0 0 Select and call up the Subnet Mask menu item Adjusting the contrast of the display panel Contrast Main Menu a O Settings O 4 System Network Languages 7 Lock Select and call up the Settings submenu 09 Select and call up the Contrast menu item You can
57. e conference unit is granted speaking privileges and the signal light ring and the microphone LED light up red To withdraw speaking privileges from a conference unit Click the name of the delegate The bar graph displays that the conference unit is deactivated The conference unit loses its speaking privileges and the signal light ring and the micro phone LED go off To arbitrarily grant speaking privileges to a conference unit that has made a request to speak in Request and Direct Access mode Click the name of the delegate to whom you want to grant speaking privileges The conference unit is granted speaking privileges see above Click the Al Micros OFF button The conference system behaves as set Depending on the setting see page 92 e All LEDs go off and the delegate units are deactivated A request to speak list if available is cleared e All currently active delegate units are deactivated All requests to speak are retained Adding conference units to the conference system during operation You can also add conference units to the conference system during operation see page 17 All added delegate units are ready for immediate use If you add chairman units you have to re initialize them Note that this will interrupt the conference see page 30 or page 88 If you are using the Conference Manager software newly added conference units only appear in the Delegate V
58. e software for use System requirements Processor Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP 2 GHz or more RAM Min 512 MB Hard disk Min 150 MB free hard disk memory Drives CD ROM or DVD ROM Interfaces network Ethernet 100 MBit s TCP IP internet protocol Internet Protocol version 4 IPv4 Screen Minimum resolution 800 x 600 pixels Recommended 1024 x 768 pixels Operating system Microsoft Windows XP Professional with SP 2 Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows 7 Using the Conference Manager software Installing the Conference Manager software gt Start the ADNSetup exe file in the Conference Manager folder on the enclosed CD ROM A confirmation prompt appears 1G Setup SENNHEISER ADN Welcome to the SENNHEISER ADN Setup Wizard This will install ADN Setup 1 0 0 0 on your computer It is recommended that you close all other applications before continuing Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit Setup Cancel Click the Next button A selection window appears E Setup SENNHEISER ADN Select Components Which components should be installed Select the components you want to install clear the components pou do not want to install Click Next when you are ready to continue Custom installation m V ADN Conference Manager local 8 9 MB Current selection requires at least 8 9 MB of disk space lt Back nes Cancel V ADN Conference Mana
59. e volume level of the floor channel would increase if the Signal wasn t influenced conference units and IN audio input Behavior Configuring the conference system via the central unit 0 0 dB per Mic 3 0 dB per Mic setting With each additional audio signal the volume level of the floor channel is reduced by the adjusted value Try out the different settings by activating the maximum number of open channels see page 45 The floor channel should be heard at the desired volume level without any distortion or feedback First start with low values Linear Division setting The volume level of the floor channel is automatically reduced depending on the number of conference units high gain reduction of the audio signal 33 Configuring the conference system via the central unit 34 Checking the system and detecting problems System The System submenu provides information on the current status of your confer ence system and any errors that have occured After switch on the central unit automatically performs a self test If errors are detected during the self test the error icons 2 to 24 indicate the type of error encountered When the error icons 2 to 24 appear the display panel changes from orange to red The central unit also checks the conference system for errors during a running conference and if necessary shows the following icons to indicate these errors Direc
60. ease note that there is a limited number of approx 15 conference units L per cable string due to the voltage drop on the cable string see page 13 Putting the conference system into operation Connecting external audio devices to the central unit To output the floor channel via an external audio device gt Use an XLR cable to connect the OUT audio output 7 of the central unit to an external audio device To connect an external audio source and to feed its signals to the floor channel gt Use an XLR cable to connect the external audio source to the IN audio input of the central unit Preparing to use the Conference Manager software Running the software installed To use the Conference Manager software installed on the central unit you require on the central unit the following devices Device Requirements Screen Connection 15 pin Sub D VGA Resolution 800 x 600 pixels or higher Recommended 1024 x 768 or 1280 x 1024 pixels Mouse Standard USB for Windows PCs Keyboard Standard USB for Windows PCs Supported language layouts e g English German French Spanish Italian Russian Dutch for the complete list see Keyboard layouts on page 112 Use a Sub D VGA cable to connect a screen to the VGA monitor output Ol 40 z e GAN A i AN T Ea e KD g e e gt Connect the keyboard and the mouse to the two USB sockets s
61. ee page 59 Toolbar Opens the Audio Settings window see page 93 Wi SENWHEISER Opens the Conference Settings window see page 90 Displays the status of the central unit s lock mode see page 93 Device Unlocked ry Device Locked Displays the connection status between the central unit and the Conference Manager software see page 66 Device Unconnected S Device Connected cy FN Displays detected errors and opens the event log see page 102 A Event Log A Errors detected EJ i Closes the software Exit see page 55 only available in the Windows version of the software Buttons for selecting the operating mode r 4 Sets the Setup operating mode which allows you to Setup Live m configure the conference system see page 60 Setup The button is highlighted in blue The Room View window and the Delegate View window change their appearance in accordance with the selected operating mode Sets the Live operating mode which allows you to control e a conference using the software see page 61 The button is highlighted in red The Room View window Eiaa and the Delegate View window change their appearance in accordance with the selected operating mode 58 Using the Conference Manager software Selecting operating modes and views In Setup and Live operating mode you can switch between the Room Vi
62. el gt Move the EQ low EO mid or EQ high sliders to change the tone color gt Click OK Your settings are saved and the Audio Settings window closes 0 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB Adjusting the processing of the The sum of the audio signals of all conference units is fed to the floor channel which conference units audio signals in turn is output via the conference units built in loudspeakers and via the OUT inthe floor channel audio output The volume level of the floor channel increases with each additional Audio Gain Reduction audio signal and tends to overmodulate The Audio Gain Reduction menu item allows you to adjust how the volume levels of the signals of the conference units are processed 0 0 dB per Mic lt Situation The audio signal of the 1 conference unit it fed to the floor channel Event The audio signal of another conference unit is fed to the floor channel The volume level of the floor channel would increase if the signal wasn t influenced Behavior 0 0 dB per Mic 3 0 dB per Mic setting With each additional audio signal the volume level of the floor channel is reduced by the adjusted value Try out the different settings by activating the maximum number of open channels see page 45 The floor channel should be heard at the desired volume level without any distortion or feedback First start with low values Linear Division setti
63. end on the operating mode The following diagram shows the Windows version of the Conference Manager software a Menu bar b Buttons for selecting the views Toolbar d Library panels Buttons for selecting the operating mode Views Global Menu Edit Settings Help Menu bar Using the Conference Manager software Global Menu Edit Settings Help New Conference Open Conference Delete Conference Close Save Save aS Connect Disconnect Autoload Exit Undo Redo Cut Copy Paste Delete Step to back Step to front Select All Full Screen Conference Settings Audio Settings Language Set Password Network Re init Conference Restore Factory Settings System Properties Help About Creates a new configuration Loads an existing configuration Deletes and existing configuration Closes the current configuration Saves the current configuration locally or on the central unit Saves the current configuration under a different file name locally or on the central unit Establishes a connection to the central unit disconnects a connection Automatically loads the central unit s configuration at startup Exits the software Reverses the last action you performed Reverses the last Undo action Cuts an object and pastes it to the clipboard Copies an object to the clipboard Pastes an
64. equests to speak and grants speaking privileges according to the FIFO principle First In First Out i e the speaker with Situation Event Behavior 90 the longest waiting time is granted speaking privileges The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached Request Limit A further speaker makes a request to speak The speaker can only make a request to speak if the maximum number of requests to speak drops below the specified limit value Using the Conference Manager software Setting the max number of speakers In the Microphone Limit field you can set the max number of speakers who can who can take the floor take the floor simultaneously in all conference modes Please note that any simultaneously connected chairman unit is counted against the microphone limit If you set a higher value adjustment range 1 10 than the one determined by the number of connected chairman units the system will reduce the microphone limit to the maximum possible value see examples in the table Possible Microphone Limit values Had lias a LO 4 C A nS 10 Ea For information on how this setting affects your conference refer to the previous section Adjusting the conference mode Adjustment range 1 10 gt Enter the max number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously into the Microphone Limit field ha Microphone Limit z Setting the maxi
65. es as follows Right click the desired object The context menu of graphic objects appears gt Click Add The object is placed in the center of the canvas e You can predefine the color and border of the graphic objects so that the L placed objects already have the desired properties see Defining fill line and border attributes on page 77 gt Inthe Equipment library panel select the Freeform Path tool and place it on the canvas see page 74 The starting point of the freeform path is set gt Use mouse clicks to add anchor points to the freeform path gt Double click the last anchor point of the path The freeform path is complete To place several rectangles or circles on the canvas gt Right click the desired object The context menu of graphic objects appears P Click Add Multiple The Add Equipment window appears Aod Equipment Number of Tables 1 Proportion of Table 1 1 OK Cancel gt Enter the desired number of rectangles or circles into the Number of Tables field 75 Using the Conference Manager software gt Select the shape of the rectangles or circles from the Proportion of Table drop down list The thumbnail displays the selected shape Sod Bquionient Number of Tables 1 Proportion of Table OK Cancel gt Click OK The desired number of rectangles or circles is placed on the canvas e Newly placed objects can
66. essesessessssesesseseesesresessssesresesresesneseesesesresrsseseesrseess 45 Operating a chairman UNIU siscnrenssatnuncnneoneeentoesawnsdeselanconnivetsacaacesnaniohsdvevententiaasbarsaniens 46 Setting the volume of the conference units built in loudspeakers 64 48 Adding conference units to the conference system during operation 48 Using the Conference Manager software ssssssssssesssesesesesssesesrsrsrersrsrsssseresesess 49 Possibilities of usage of the software and the conference system e s sssseses 49 Preparing the central unit s integrated software for use seesssesessessssssssesesssees 50 Preparing the Windows version of the software for use sesesessssssssesesesesesseses 50 Starting exiting the software se ssssssesesessssssesesrsresesrerssesesreresesrensresesreneseseseereseseee 55 Getting to know and adjusting the basic features of the software 008 56 Using the conference system and the software sesesssssessessssesesesessesesesreresesessess 66 Preparing a conference and mapping a conference room Setup operating mode cccsscsssssccssssscssessssscecsessscssessscseeesssesecsessncseeeassseecseseneees 72 Initializing the conference units Setup Operating mode ssesssssesssessesesesses 86 Adjusting the conference settings Setup operating mode ssssseseseeseseses 90 Controlling and monitoring a conference Live operating m
67. etup operating mode In order to assign the conference units connected to the central unit to the confer ence unit icons in the software you have to initialize the conference units By initializing the conference units you can clearly label the icons and assign them to certain seats or certain conference participants The icons display the current status of the conference units The icons of chairman units are marked with a star Conference unit icon Meaning The icon has not yet been assigned a conference unit YY The conference unit is not ready for operation e e The icon has been assigned a conference unit id The conference unit is ready for operation ies S Placing conference units on the canvas and initializing them You can automatically or manually place conference units on the canvas and initialize them Set up the conference system see page 17 gt Establish a connection between the Conference Manager software and the central unit see page 66 only if you are using the Windows version of the software Using the Conference Manager software gt Click the Room View button Cc Hee Contenence 7 a oe Equpment La gt Inthe Microphone Unit s library panel click the Scan button The conference unit icons are placed on the canvas and initialized in the order ae which corresponds to the physical order of connection to the central unit The sequential number of the c
68. ew window and the Delegate View window Views of the software depending on the operating mode Setup operating mode Live operating mode J Button for selecting the Setup operating mode View buttons Room View window Delegate View window Room View window Delegate View window Button for selecting the Live operating mode 59 Using the Conference Manager software Selecting the Click the Setup button Setup operating mode The software changes to Setup operating mode and the Setup button is highlighted in blue To display the Room View window gt Click the Room View button cy Microphone Unit s Delegate Chairman To display the Delegate View window gt Click the Delegate View button ely New Conference Import Export 60 Using the Conference Manager software Selecting the Live operating mode gt Prepare the Live operating mode and activate it see page 95 To display the Room View window gt Click the Room View button cy 1 Andrew S 2 Thomas C To display the Delegate View window gt Click the Delegate View button i 61 Using the Conference Manager software 62 Hiding showing and resizing the library panels Adjusting the column width of the delegate list Adjusting the Room View window and the Delegate View window to your needs You can adjust the Room View window and t
69. f you are using the Windows version of the software only if the library of the current configuration contains image files 79 Using the Conference Manager software 80 Automatically aligning objects Hold down the CTRL key and select several objects on the canvas using the mouse The objects appear with a bounding box dotted line The Alignment box appears E ew w IETT Pa tie eA am Et aaea 20 os 2 cuan Len d Arii rr m ut Ta i aT Pa r plignment lt gt Inthe Alignment box click one of the following buttons Fe ff ee lh Objects are aligned to the ES EES left edge m horizontal center ja right edge top edge aj vertical center all bottom edge The objects are aligned Using the Conference Manager software Undoing redoing actions Click the Room View button Cc e gt jo GO om i New Conference Microphone Linit s ee Delegate Chairman To reverse the last action you performed e Click the icon To reserve the last undo action Click the icon r You can undo and redo up to 10 actions 1 Tams Copying pasting cutting objects To cut an object and paste it to the clipboard of ol gt Select the object that you want to cut and paste gt Click the icon The selected object is cut from the canvas and pasted to the clipboard To copy an object to the clipboard gt Select the object tha
70. ference unit that has made a request to speak in Request and Direct Access mode gt Click a green flashing conference unit icon John Conner Stephanie Walker e A Or gt In the Requests box click the conference unit to which you want to grant speaking privileges quests a The conference unit is granted speaking privileges see above and is removed E AEREN Sa from the Requests box 12 Bruce Will 4 Melanie Ir Q Thomas C 7 John Con 8 Stephanie 10 Vincent G 25 Charlie Da eeeeeceee w Next 99 Using the Conference Manager software ID 100 Granting withdrawing speaking privileges using the Delegate View window ID Delegate 3 Andrew Smith 7 John Conner 8 Stephanie Walker ID Delegate 3 Andrew Smith 7 John Conner 8 Stephanie Walker Deactivating all conference units Delegate Unkn at 3 Unkn at 4 Unkn at 5 Next Queue ir Queue All Micros OFF Queue To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit by the order of the request to speak list in Request and Direct Access mode gt Click the Next button The conference unit is granted speaking privileges see above and is removed from the Requests box To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit Click the name of the delegate to whom you want to grant speaking privileges The bar graph displays the current status Th
71. ference units to conference participants and then monitor and control your conference Example of a photographical representation of the conference room see page 78 Global Menu Edit Settings Help Konfiguration mit Foto Ads Equipment A O i m E F gt Q Text HLL Mi Hii a Images A zy Konferenzraum jpg j Import Remove Tb Microphone Unit s A O O Delegate Chairman 4 gt l Scan Resort S view H Grid _ amp E Form aj Size 100 Size 20 x 20 Angle Nn T i Show Ang e B Start Initialization 72 Using the Conference Manager software Example of a graphical representation of the conference room see page 74 Global Menu Edit Settings Help 123 Ads Equipment A O A Mh mg cA 4 Windows Text T Images A E 2 gt Import Remove Ta Microphone Unit s A Delegate Chairman Coffee ae deel ee paipa ma Scan Resort S view H Grid Size fitto page y Size 20 x 20 i Mou gt 2 E a Start Initialization d 4 e ae n ESH zi NOA en al 73 Using the Conference Manager software Example of a delegate list see page 85 Global Menu Edit Settings Help Delegate Chairman Andrew Smith Thomas Cook r John Conner Stephanie Walker Lilly Robbin Melanie Irving Chris Meyer Jess Brady Katie Golding
72. floor channel volume see page 93 or page 101 Make sure that the Audio Gain Reduction function is activated see page 94 This function reduces the gain per active microphone by the selected level and thus prevents feedback noise Increase the distance between the individual conference units to at least 50 cm gt Move the slider upwards to increase the floor channel volume or downwards to reduce the floor channel volume The value next to the slider changes 0 32 and the floor channel volume is adjusted To activate or deactivate the IN audio input or the OUT audio output gt Tick untick the check boxes in the Audio XLR box Audio input output deactivated IN audio input vlin J OUT audio output v Out jout ence mode see next chapters the conference will be interrupted If in Live operating mode you change settings that affect the confer A confirmation prompt appears Change Corference Settings In case of changing the Conference Mode the existing conference will be paused all Microphones will be switched off the Queue will be cleared Do you want to change Conference Mode OK Cancel To activate or deactivate the speaking time limit gt In the Talk Time box tick untick the Limitation check box see also page 91 ticked vu The speaking time limit is activated unticked j The speaking time limit is deactivated 101 U
73. g up the conference system ssessessssseesesssseseseseeesesesnesesesrenesesesneseseseeneseses 17 Switching the conference system on off sesssessessssssssesesessseseseenesesesesesseseseesereses 20 Using the central unit eesseesesesssesesessssesessesesesessssesrsssssseneseseesesesonseseseesesesesesessesesese 21 Deactivating the lock mode of the central unit s ssssseeessesessesesssessresesesesesesresese 21 Functions oT the KEYS ipenircsisioiarare eina 21 Configuring the conference system via the central unit ou eeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 22 Overview of the operating Menu esssessessssssesssesssesesesrssesesnsreseseenssesesseneseseesesesessseese 22 Working with the operating menu ou ceecsscsscsssessssssssessecsscsesssesesecsecsuseeseseseeeneees 25 Adjusting the conference settings Conference e eesesssserssesessereseseerssesessereses 26 Adjusting the audio settings Audio essessesesseseesesseseseseesesesseseesessesessesessesesneses 31 Checking the system and detecting problems System s sesessssessesessessssrsees 34 Adjusting the language Language esssesssssessssesresessesesresesneseesesesseseeseseesessesesns 41 Adjusting further settings Settings wie eesesesssssecscsssessesessecsessesessessrseeserserees 42 Running a conf erentE ccs csicrcscssa cor sxaccsazscwseancscvsluptasduaesblacdeassestaceuienadesedecntendcpseptcadastencsbecnets 44 Operating a delegate unit sssnsesess
74. ger local gt Make sure that the ADN Conference Manager local check box is ticked gt Click the Next button A summary of the installation settings is displayed El Setup SENNHEISER ADN Ready to Install Setup is now ready to begin installing SENNHEISER ADN on your computer Click Install to continue with the installation or click Back if you want to review or change any settings Setup type Custom installation Selected components ADN Conference Manager local lt Back Install Cancel gt Confirm this summary by clicking the Install button The installation starts Follow the instructions of the Installation Wizard 51 Using the Conference Manager software Adjusting the network settings To enable communication between the central unit and the Windows PC gt Make sure that the network communication between the central unit and the Windows PC is not blocked by a proxy server and or a firewall Ports 53248 53249 53250 53251 are used for communication and port 21 is used for FTP transfer Ask your system administrator if a static IP address is to be used or if the IP address is to be allocated dynamically If you have to use a Static IP address ask for the subnet mask and the standard gateway Use the information provided by your system administrator to adjust the network settings of your central unit Proceed as described under b in the table
75. gs On and Off Behavior of the signal light ring sOn When a participant makes a request to speak the micro phone LED flashes green and the signal light ring flashes red The participant him or herself sees the flashing microphone LED whereas the other participants see the flashing signal light ring which indicates that a request to speak has been made One When a participant makes a request to speak the micro phone LED flashes green All other participants cannot see that this participant has made a request to speak Re initializing the conference units Re Init If you connect chairman units to the conference system during a running confer ence you have to re initialize them When conference units are re initialized the conference will be interrupted A LENN A Less Main Menu Conference Re Init oO a Reaction on Talktime exceed Yes Audio Blink on Request 7 System Select and call up the Select and call up the esi ne Sete Conference submenu Re Init menu item eating store tne Eg TN O Possible settings Yes and No Setting the function of the priority key Clear Request List on Cancel This menu item allows you to set the function of the chairman unit s priority key e Setting On Pressing the priority key deactivates all delegate units All requests to speak are deleted e Setting Off Pressing the priority key deactiv
76. he Delegate View window to your needs The library panels can be hidden or shown and can be changed in size Changes to the View windows are not automatically saved and are reset to the factory default settings when the software is exited Library panels that show the or icon can be minimized and maximized Equipment Text Equipment Images HE Grid Size 20 x 20 Show To hide a library panel Click the or icon in the header of the library panel that you want to hide To show a library panel gt Click the or icon in the header of the library panel that you want to show To change the size of a library panel gt Move over the or icon between the library panels The mouse pointer becomes the resize tool HF Adjust the size of the library panel as needed e The and the ft icons display if the Equipment Images or L Microphone Unit s library panel is locked or unlocked s see page 84 To change the column width of the delegate list Move the mouse pointer over the header of the delegate list The mouse pointer becomes the resize tool HF gt Adjust the column width as needed hy O es d _ Delegate 1 Andrew Smith 2 Thomas Cook A double click automatically adjusts the column width to fit the contents Using the full screen mode of the Windows software Screen Resolution 1024x768 True Color
77. his appa ratus to rain or moisture Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids such as vases are placed on the equipment The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable Important safety instructions A CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN gt gt CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN gt Hazard warnings on the rear of the central unit The label shown on the left is attached to the rear of the central unit The symbols on this label have the following meaning This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the central unit s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of fire or electric shock This symbol is intended to alert the user to the risk of electric shock if the central unit is opened There are no user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to quali fied personnel only This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this product Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this may result in fire and elec tric shock Safety check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the device is in safe operating order Danger of hearing
78. ick OK Your settings are saved and the Audio Settings window closes To reset the audio settings for the floor channel the IN audio input and the OUT audio output to the factory default settings gt Click the Set default button All sliders are reset Controlling and monitoring a conference Live operating mode In Live operating mode you can e control a conference from the screen e use either the Room View window or the Delegate View window for controlling the conference e use the graphical photographical representations of the conference room that you created in Setup operating mode e with a mouse click grant or withdraw speaking privileges to from individual conference units e monitor speaking privileges Switching to Live operating mode starting ending a conference Load a conference configuration see page 68 Or Prepare a conference in Setup operating mode see page 72 gt Click the Live button The Save Conference window appears allowing you to save the configuration on the central unit Save Conference Save Conference Document on CU Default adn a Disconnect OK Cancel 95 96 Using the Conference Manager software e It is vital to observe the information provided in the chapter Saving a 1 configuration on page 69 gt Enter a file name into the drop down list gt Click OK
79. icraphone on The signal light ring and the microphone LED flash red until the speaker has finished speaking Setting the function ofthe The Clear Request List on Cancel check box allows you to set the function of the All Micros OFF button All Micros OFF button see page 100 gt Tick untick the Clear Request List on Cancel check box in the Conference Settings window AA Micros OFF Check box Function of the All Micros OFF button is ticked Deactivates all delegate units and clears a request to E des Request List on Can speak list if available is unticked Deactivates all currently active delegate units All requests to speak are retained Clear Request List on Can 92 Using the Conference Manager software Locking unlocking the central unit s To protect the central unit s operating menu against any accidental change of Operating menu _ settings G CU Lock status D Unlocked lidad gt Inthe Conference Settings window select the Locked option button behind CU Lock Status The central unit s operating menu is locked To adjust settings via the operating menu you have to deactivate the lock mode see page 21 To deactivate the lock mode gt Select the Unlocked option button behind CU Lock Status The central unit s operating menu is unlocked Adjusting the audio settings Click the g button on the toolbar The Audio Settings
80. iew window The entry in the Delegate column shows the position of the conference unit in the cable string e g Unkn at 3 Via the Delegate View window of the Conference Manager software you can also control conference units that are not initialized see page 100 Setting the volume of the conference units built in loudspeakers 4 Volume i F Ba lt WE Activating deactivating the audio input output Audio XLR amp Yi In vOut Activating deactivating the speaking time limit TakTime lt Limitation 1 min Using the Conference Manager software When adding conference units to the conference system observe the L maximum number of conference units in order to ensure safe operation see page 13 Adjusting settings during a running conference In Live operating mode the boxes Volume Audio XLR Talk Time and Conference are shown in the lower part of the window 4 volume aAudioxtR lt TakTime El Conference lt n i In ivi Out _ Limitation Mode Request v i FS 1 min 12 vw Uti eed Tie apes L i i ii CAUTION Danger of hearing damage due to loud hissing When the floor channel volume is set to a high level or when several participants speak simultaneously feedback noise loud hissing can occur This can cause hearing damage Reduce the
81. ime Effect 60 seconds before the speaking time limit expires i e after 14 minutes in this example the signal light ring and the microphone LED Start flashing red Determining the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded Reaction on Talktime Exceed Main Menu Conference O Reaction on Talktime Exceed Talk Time Limit Audio Premonition Time Limit Cancel v System Reaction on Talktime Exceed Continue Continue Select and call up the Select the desired a me Reaction on Talktime setting store the Exceed menu item setting re LZA Possible settings Continue and Cancel Event The end of the individual speaking time is reached Behavior Continue The individual speaking time is continued The signal light ring and the microphone LED flash red until the speaker has finished Speaking Cancel The individual speaking time is terminated The signal light ring and the microphone LED go off 29 Configuring the conference system via the central unit 30 Activating deactivating the flashing of the signal light ring when a request to speak is made Blink on Request Main Menu LATAM Conference O Blink on Request Premonition Time Limit On Audio Reaction on Talktime exceed Off r System On On Select and call up the Select the desired E a Blink on Request setting store the menu item setting MINA LFA SN O Possible settin
82. indows XP Embedded and Windows Embedded Standard Runtime These license terms are an agreement between you and Sennheiser electronic GmbH amp Co KG Sennheiser Please read them They apply to the software included on this device The software also includes any sepa rate media on which you received the software The software on this device includes software licensed from Microsoft Corporation or its affiliate The terms also apply to any Microsoft e Updates e Supplements e Internet based services and e Support services for this software unless other terms accompany those items If so those terms apply If you obtain updates or supplements directly from Microsoft then Microsoft and not Sennheiser licenses those to you As described below using some features also operates as your consent to the transmission of certain standard computer information for Internet based services By using the software you accept these terms If you do not accept them do not use or copy the soft ware Instead contact Sennheiser to determine its return policy for a refund or credit If you comply with these license terms you have the rights below 1 Use Rights You may use the software on the device with which you acquired the software 2 Additional Licensing Requirements and or Use Rights a Specific Use Sennheiser designed this device for a specific use You may only use the software for that use b Other Software You may use other progra
83. ired text Select the desired text object on the canvas The text object appears with a bounding box dotted line around it The Font box appears Select the desired font from the Font drop down list The font of the text object is changed If a configuration file uses a font not installed on the central unit this L font is automatically replaced with the Microsoft Sans Serif font Select the desired text object on the canvas The text object appears with a bounding box dotted line and bounding box handles around it Place the mouse pointer on the desired bounding box handle The mouse pointer changes to a hand icon Drag the bounding box handle to resize the font size To particularly realistically simulate the conference situation you can import image files of you conference room into the software You can then position conference unit icons exactly where the conference participants are seated and you can also position pictures of the participants or company logos Image files can only be imported when you are using the Windows L version of the software see next page Using the Conference Manager software gt Click the Room View button Cy Microphone Unit s ee Delegate Chairman To add an image file cs images a P iInthe lmages library panel click Import me C Dokumente und Einstelungen ADN Im The Import window appears t C Do
84. it s Delegate Chairman S view x To enlarge reduce the size of the canvas os Eee b Select the desired scaling factor from the Size drop down list The size of the canvas is adjusted To rotate the contents of the canvas P View lt Size fitto page v E are gt Click or The contents of the canvas is rotated by 90 When the contents of the canvas is rotated the orientation of the text objects does not change so that the text remains readable 1 Using grid lines Microphone Unit s Delegate Chairman Fart Intialization Using the Conference Manager software 84 HE Grid Size 20 x 20 Show Li Snep Sl A HE Grid Size 20 x 12 Wl Show Ol HE Grid Size 20 x Show a 8 S A 4 Grid g Sizer 20 x 20 Show Equipment Text To show hide the grid lines gt Tick untick the Show check box To adjust the grid size Enter the desired grid size between 1 and 99 into the Size fields The grid size is adjusted To automatically align objects to the grid when you drop them on the canvas Tick the Snap check box e If the Snap check box is ticked objects are also aligned to the grid when if the grid is invisible Sz To randomly place objects on the canvas gt Untick the Snap check box All objects can be randomly placed on the canvas
85. ition Time 10 seconds Switch OFF Microphone on Talktine Exceed Clear Request List on Cancel ie CU Lock Status Unlocked Locked OK Cancel Adjusting the conference mode Select the desired conference mode from the Conference Mode drop down list Conference Settings Possible settings Direct Access Override and Request Conference Mode Override N e Direct Access mode and Override mode Direct Access Microphone Limit Override F ected Request These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairman unit If the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphon e Limit has not been reached a further speaker can take the floor immediately Situation Event Behavior e Request m The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphone Limit has been reached A further speaker presses the microphone key on his or her conference unit In Direct Access mode The speaker has to wait until one of the current speakers passes on or loses his or her speaking privileges He or she is then auto matically granted speaking privileges In Override mode The speaker can take the floor immediately The speaker with the longest speaking time loses his or her speaking privileges ode For this mode to function a chairman unit is required In Request mode the chairman receives r
86. just settings in the Microphone Limit menu item 25 Configuring the conference system via the central unit 26 Press the jog dial Your setting is stored You are back to the operating menu o By briefly turning the jog dial to the left or right the next or the previous L menu item or setting is displayed If you turn the jog dial to the left or right and hold it in this position the menu items or settings change in quick succession fast search function Canceling an entry Press the ESC key The operating menu or the next higher menu level appears Or Press the standard display key The standard display appears To subsequently directly return to the last edited menu item pees P gt Press the jog dial repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears Exiting the operating menu Press the standard display key The standard display appears Or Press the ESC key repeatedly until the standard display appears Adjusting the conference settings Conference The settings available in the Conference menu item affect the behavior of the entire conference system during a conference CAUTION Interruption of a running conference If you adjust settings in the Conference menu item during a running conference the conference will be interrupted Inform the participants that the conference settings are being changed and that they might have to make a new reque
87. k If you continue the initialization you have to assign all conference units again To change the numbering of the conference units Click the Resort button The Resort button becomes the Stop Resort button gt Click the conference unit icons in the desired order The numbering of the conference unit icons is changed If during numbering you realize that you require further conference unit L icons just place them on the canvas The numbering process is not inter rupted To stop the numbering of the conference units gt Click the Stop Resort The changes made are retained To change the numbering of individual conference units gt Select a conference unit icon The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the Microphone Unit box appears gt Enter the desired number into the ID field The number of the conference unit icon is changed and the numbering of the other conference unit icons is automatically adjusted Create a delegate list see page 85 gt Select a conference unit icon The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the Microphone Unit box appears Changing the orientation visibility of the icon labeling ID Delegate Top 25 Label Orientation Vv Using the Conference Manager software gt Select the desired name from the Delegate drop down list The name is assigned to the conference unit and
88. kumente und Einstellungen ADN Imt sw Dokumente und Einstellungen ADN Im Select an image file file extension jpg ong or bmp eam C Dokumente und Einstellungen ADN Im gt Click a C Dok Einstell ADNAm E aas A A ea se ab x The selected image file is added to the library If you save the configuration on i ie the central unit see page 69 all image files are copied and are then also avail MMPOG v emove able on the central unit Image files with a resolution of more than 2048 pixels in width are automatically reduced to 2048 pixels The picture of the conference room should meet the following requirements e Each seat should be clearly visible e Each seat should have enough space for a conference unit icon e Use the perspective on the conference room that the conference manager e g the chairman will have e If possible use a bird s eye perspective providing the conference manager with a good view of the conference room e Avoid using dark pictures so that the conference unit icons are always clearly visible on the screen approx 2 GB To save memory space delete image files that are no Please note that the memory space on the central unit is limited longer needed By default the image files are saved in the My Documents ADN Images folder To remove image files from the Images library panel gt Select an image file gt Click Remove only i
89. lready has a file name there is no further query Saving a configuration undera To save the current configuration under a different file name different file name In the menu bar click Global Menu gt Save as The Save Conference window appears Save Conference Save Conference Document on CU Save as Local Conference Document Connect OK Cancel Save the current configuration under a different file name see page 69 Closing a configuration gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Close The configuration is closed Using the Conference Manager software Deleting a configuration from the central unit gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Delete The Delete Conference window appears Delete Conference Please select conference files to delete CEO Meeting March 2010 adn Meeting Dec 2009 adn Panel discussion Room 100 adn Disconnect OK Cancel Select a configuration gt Click OK After a confirmation prompt the selected file is deleted e Configurations saved on the hard disk of a PC can be deleted using the 1 Windows Explorer a pl 71 Using the Conference Manager software Preparing a conference and mapping a conference room Setup operating mode In Setup operating mode you can use photos and graphical elements to map a conference room Using delegate lists you can clearly assign con
90. me period set Talk Time Limitation is unticked The speaking time is not limited Talk Time Limitation 91 Using the Conference Manager software oo ee To set the speaking time limit Talk Time Limit 60 minut gt Enter the speaking time into the Talk Time Limit field Premonition Time Li secor Adjustment range 1 60 adjustable in steps of 1 minute Switch OFF Microphone on Talktime Exceed To set the advance warning time gt Select the desired advance warning time from the Premonition Time drop down list Adjustment range 00 120 adjustable in steps of 10 seconds This setting affects your conference as follows example Talk Time Limit 15 minutes speaking time limit Premonition Time Limit 60 seconds advance warning time Effect 60 seconds before the speaking time limit expires i e after 14 minutes in this example the signal light ring and the microphone LED start flashing red To determine the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded gt Tick untick the Switch off Microphone on Talktime Exceed check box Check box Behavior of the conference unit when the individual speaking time is exceeded is ticked The individual speaking time is terminated Switch OFF Microphone on The signal light ring and the microphone LED go off is unticked The individual speaking time is continued Switch OFF M
91. ms with the software as long as the other programs e Directly support the manufacturer s specific use for the device or e Provide system utilities resource management or anti virus or similar protection Software that provides consumer or business tasks or processes may not be run on the device This includes email word processing spreadsheet database scheduling and personal finance software The device may use terminal services protocols to access such software running on a server c Device Connections e You may use terminal services protocols to connect the device to another device running busi ness task or processes software such as email word processing scheduling or spreadsheets e You may allow up to ten other devices to access the software to use e File Services e Print Services e Internet Information Services and e Internet Connection Sharing and Telephony Services The ten connection limit applies to devices that access the software indirectly through multi plexing or other software or hardware that pools connections You may use unlimited inbound connections at any time via TCP IP 3 Scope of License The software is licensed not sold This agreement only gives you some rights to use the software Sennheiser and Microsoft reserve all other rights Unless applicable law gives you more rights despite this limitation you may use the software only as expressly permitted in this agreement In doing so you must
92. mum numberof The setting adjusted in the Request Limit field becomes effective only if you are requests to speak using a chairman unit Request mode or if you have selected Direct Access mode For information on how this setting affects your conference refer to the previous section Adjusting the conference mode see page 90 Adjustment range 0 10 Reget 3 gt Enter the max number of requests to speak into the Request Limit field I lt gt Activating deactivating the flashing bP Tick untick the Blink on Request check box of the signal light ring whena request to speak is made Check box Behavior when a request to speak is made is ticked When a participant makes a request to speak the Blink on Request microphone LED flashes green and the signal light ring flashes red is unticked When a participant makes a request to speak the Seon cece microphone LED flashes green Activating deactivating the The Talk Time Limitation check box allows you activate deactivate the speaking speaking time linit time limit The duration of the speaking time limit the advance warning time and ae eee the activation of an optical warning signal can be set individually If you make a new request to speak the speaking time countdown is if started again see gt Tick untick the Talk Time Limitation check box is ticked The speaking time is limited to the ti
93. n Status audio input activated On XLR In Sensitivity input sensitivity of audio 7 5 dBu input XLR IN Equalizer tone color of audio input 0 dB Floor Loudspeakers Volume floor channel 16 volume Floor Loudspeakers Equalizer tone color of 0 dB floor channel Audio Gain Reduction processing of the volume no reduction level of the floor channel 0 0 dB per Mic anguages Language of the operating menu English IP Address Mode IP address allocation Dynamic IP Contrast contrast of the display panel TOK Lock lock mode function Function of the priority key Keyboard layouts deactivated Off requests to speak are deleted On The central unit support keyboards with the following language layouts e Arabic e Belgian e Brazilian e Bulgarian e Canadian French e Canadian English e Chinese e Croatian e Czech e Danish e German e English US e English UK e Spanish e Estonian e Farsi e Finnish e French e Greek e Hebrew e Hindi Hungarian Italian Japanese Korean Kannada Kanarese Lithuanian Malay Dutch Norwegian Polish Portuguese Romanian Russian Slowakian Slovenian Swedish Swiss German Swiss French Turkic Ukrainian Appendix Microsoft Software License Terms Microsoft Software License Terms for W
94. n is deactivated Connect the central unit to the mains Check if all plugs are connected correctly Reduce the length of the cable string or reduce the number of conference units Increase the maximum number of requests to speak If chairman units are connected after wards you have to initialize them Check the possible causes indicated by the icons Adjusting the processing of the conference units audio signals Adjust the floor channel volume Increase the distance between the individual conference units to at least 50cm Reduce the floor channel volume Set a conference mode which does not require the grant of speaking privileges Use an ADN C1 chairman unit to assign the speaking right Use the Conference Manager software to grant speaking privileges Deactivate or increase the speaking time limit Change the conference mode Increase the number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Increase the maximum number of requests to speak Wait until one of the current speakers passes on his or her speaking privi leges Activate the function 16 17 13 28 or 91 30 or 88 34 32 or 94 48 93 or 101 48 93 or 101 26 or 90 47 99 28 or 91 26 or 90 270r91 28 or 91 30 or 91 Conference Manager software If a problem occurs Problem Possible cause Possible solution see page Software cannot be No network connection co
95. n use a password to protect existing configurations against unauthorized change This means that all settings adjusted in Setup operating mode are locked However password protected configurations can be used in Live mode and settings can be adjusted gt Inthe menu bar click Settings gt Set Password The Set Password window appears Set Password Old Password New Password Confim new Password Ok Cancel To enter a new password gt Leave the Old Password field empty To change an existing password gt Enter the existing password into the Old Password field gt Enter the new password into the New Password and Confirm new Password fields The password can consist of up to 16 characters If you do not want to use a password leave the New Password and 1M Confirm new Password fields empty r gt Click OK The new password is saved and the configuration is password protected Before any changes to the configuration are accepted you are prompted to enter the password set e The master key combination allows you to unlock password protected 1 configurations Press the key combination CTRL SHIFT F10 An existing password is deleted Using the Conference Manager software Adjusting network settings If you make changes to the settings in the Network Settings window L an existing network c
96. ng The volume level of the floor channel is automatically reduced depending on the number of conference units high gain reduction of the audio signal conference units and IN audio input 94 Using the OUT audio output IN audio input and setting the tone color v Audio XLR out Yolume EQ low EQ mid EQ high 11 dB l 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB 20 dB 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB x Audio XLR In Sensitivity EQ low EQ mid EQ high 18 dBU 12 dB 12 dB 12 dB 18 dBU 12 dB Resetting the audio settings 12 dB 12 dB Set default Preparing and starting a conference Using the Conference Manager software To activate deactivate the OUT audio output IN audio input gt Tick untick the Audio XLR out Audio XLR In check box The OUT audio output IN audio input is activated check box is ticked or deactivated check box is unticked To set the volume of the OUT audio output the sensitivity of the IN audio input gt Move the Volume Sensitivity slider Upwards to increase the volume sensitivity or downwards to reduce the volume sensitivity The volume sensitivity is changed immediately gt Set the sensitivity of the IN audio input so that the audio signal is not overmod ulated at maximum input volume see page 31 To set the tone color of the OUT audio output IN audio input gt Move the EO low EO mid or EQ high sliders to change the tone color gt Cl
97. ng affects your conference refer to the previous section Adjusting the conference mode Conference Mode 27 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Setting the maximum number of requests to speak Request Limit Main Menu x O Conference LENS Request Limit Conference Mode Audio Microphone Limit Requests v System 05 05 Select the desired setting store the setting Select and call up the Request Limit menu item Select and call up the Conference submenu Oo Adjustment range 0 10 The setting adjusted in the Request Limit menu item becomes effective only if you are using a chairman unit Request mode or if you have selected Direct Access mode For information on how this setting affects your conference refer to the section Adjusting the conference mode Conference Mode on page 26 Activating deactivating the speaking time limit Talk Time Status Main Menu O ATNA Conference O Talk Time Status Microphone Limit Audio Request Limit Off 7 System On On Select and call up the Talk Time Status menu item Select the desired setting store the setting Select and call up the Conference submenu sewn LRN Possible settings On and Off This menu item allows you activate deactivate the speaking time limit The dura tion of the speaking time limit the advance warning time and the behavio
98. ng at high volume levels for long periods can lead to perma nent hearing defects gt Inform the conference participants about this fact gt Set the volume to a medium level Do not continuously expose yourself and other conference partic ipants to high volumes gt Put the headphones on To set the volume gt Turn the headphone volume control to the right to increase the volume or to the left to reduce the volume At switch off the headphone volume is reset to a medium level 6 The volume of the conference units loudspeakers can be set via the L central unit see page 48 Operating a chairman unit Beside the chairman functions chairman units offer the same functions as dele gate units see page 45 With a chairman unit you can take the floor at any time If your conference system comprises several chairman units all chairman L units have equal rights Running a conference Granting speaking privileges If in Request mode a participant presses the microphone key on his or her delegate unit he or she makes a request to speak All participants who have made a request to speak will join a request to speak list Depending on the setting adjusted in the operating menu see page 30 e the microphone LED flashes green and the signal light ring flashes red or e only the microphone LED flashes green To grant speaking privileges to the next participant f
99. nheiser ADN conference system Sennheiser ADN stands for Sennheiser Audio Distribution Network the new generation of digital conference equipment Ideal for small to medium size conferences with approx 30 participants High quality audio signal due quality microphone and built in loudspeakers Attractive design fits into modern or traditional style conference rooms Guaranteed operational reliability due to state of the art transmission tech nology Can be adapted quickly and easily to different room sizes and participant numbers Intuitive configuration and control of the conference system via the operating menu or the integrated software package Available system components scope of delivery Central unit Cat No 502757 Mains cable for central unit Delegate unit Cat No 502758 Chairman unit Cat No 502759 System cable Available system components scope of delivery The following ADN system components are available 1 ADN CU1 central unit 1 quick guide 1 CDROM including among other things the Conference Manager software Windows and the instruction manual for the overall conference system as PDF available in EU UK and US versions length 1 8 m see Accessories on page 108 1 ADN D1 delegate unit 1 quick guide 1 ADN C1 chairman unit 1 quick guide SDC CBL RJ 45 available in different lengths see Accessories on page 108 Overview of the components Overview of
100. nnected to the central unit The IP address of the central unit or of the Windows PC has been changed There is already a connection to the central unit Screen connected to the The screen resolution is set too high central does not show anything Network connection No Zeroconf service installed on the between Windows PC Windows PC and central unit cannot be established Improper IP address allocation to the PC and or the central unit The network communication between the central unit and the Windows PC is blocked by a proxy server and or a firewall Password forgotten Objects in the Room View The objects are locked window cannot be changed The software runs in Live operating mode Pictures cannot be imported You are using the central unit s integrated software Check the connections between network central unit and PC Check the network settings and adjust them if necessary Disconnect the connection to the central unit Reset the screen resolution If the PC and the central unit are directly connected to each other the network configuration is usually done via Zeroconf not via DHCP If no Zeroconf service is installed on the PC install this service or manually assign the route subnet 255 255 0 0 IP address range 169 254 0 x x desired IP address of the PC Check the network settings and adjust them if necessary Delete the existing password Unlock the objects Change
101. nter Break Counter see page 40 gt Change to the Bus Statistics menu item see page 39 and check the digit behind Break Counter Carefully move the conference units and systems cables and check if the digit behind Break Counter is increased If the digit is increased check the corresponding plug connec tions or replace the corresponding conference units and system cables If the error still occurs Follow the steps described in the System Load menu item see page 38 Perform a manual self test see page 40 Direct Access 30 Units 62s 2 The warning triangle 4 and the structural change icon 2 are Zl ya y lt gt displayed Change in the number of conference units during the self test After switch on an automatic self test is performed which simu lates a running conference with all the conference units connected If a failure of conference units occurs the above mentioned error icons appear A failure of conference units can be caused by undervoltages or overcurrents Follow the steps described in the System Load menu item see page 38 Perform a manual self test see page 40 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display rar The warning triangle 2 and the structural change icon 2 are displayed The Units display displays no conference units the corre sponding connection socket PORT or PO
102. ode 4 95 Using the log and diagnosis function Event LOG essesssessessssssssesessssesesesesse 102 Contents Cleaning and maintaining the conference system cccscsecssescseeseesceecsesseeeees 104 Updating the firmware of the conference system cccseseseessesseseeseseeseeeeens 105 If a problem occurs 2 eeecsccssesssesscsscessessesssesecessesseseecaecssesssceseseceaecsecaseaseseseatenseeeegs 106 PCC SS SOS Ss cress cerscag ces cetesetm E E EEA O S 108 DS CU AN ON Ses cticnts Seccpecxrace tetas ecnaueeaeca ntact volasteushiayit lt astnets ecaeatnededorshesicase ince tesnetuseawncbes 109 POTS UNI gases esses eas vine siessaseu teats tases dana sescacccaie atest totevsdc EON ciao 111 Manufacturer Declarations ceccaisicssessacsssrusdcensctdnanesceseevessashieeesiecatesiwedssegadencsicaeetaed 116 ao Important safety instructions Important safety instructions Oe oe 10 Li 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Always include these instructions when passing the apparatus on to third parties Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manu facturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers th
103. of the plug connection a ae Diagnostics Temperature Main Menu System Load System Status v Bus Statistics Select and call up the Temperature menu item View the information exit the menu item If the temperature within the central unit is too high display proceed as follows Select and call up the Diagnostics submenu Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked see page 15 If necessary clean the air vents see page 104 If the central unit is mounted into a rack gt Provide additional ventilation by providing for a clearance below the central unit and or installing additional fans into the rack When the temperature is again within the permissible temperature range this is automatically detected by the central unit display The temperature check is carried out cyclically If in spite of these measures the temperature is still detected to be too high one of the fans might de faulty Have the fans checked and if necessary replaced by qualified maintenance personnel T O Diagnostics O Bus Statistics Main Menu Load Error Indication System Temperature v Bus Statistics Break Counter 1 Select and call up the Bus Statistics menu item Select and call up the View the information Diagnostics submenu exit the menu item Possible causes for system bus errors are e changes in the number of conference units
104. on page 54 If you have to make the decision whether to use static or dynamic IP addressing proceed as follows If the central unit is directly connected to a Windows PC we recommend dynamic IP address allocation Adjust the network settings of the PC and the central unit as described under a in the table on page 53 The devices automatically detect whether IP address allocation is via DHCP or Zero Configuration Networking Zeroconf This process can take several minutes gt Click Start and then select Control Panel All Programs gt E7 My Documents i 4 My Recent Documents fe My Pictures gt My Music PE My Computer E control Panel OJ Set Program Access and Defaults ba Printers and Faxes Help and Support P Search J Run P Log OFF oy Turn OFF Computer The Control Panel window appears THD Documents Pictures Music Computer 2 Control Panel iN Devices and Printers Default Programs Help and Support All Programs jja gt Double click Network and Internet Click View network status and P Click View network status and 52 Connections a a The Network and Internet connec Network and Internet a Connectio ip tions window appears tasks tasks Network and Internet i a View network status and tasks Set up file shar Network and Internet fiche n
105. onference units is displayed below the conference unit icons The icons of chairman units are marked with a star if wy SH o If there are already conference unit icons on the canvas a confirmation 2 3 L prompt appears telling you that these icons will be deleted If you do not want to delete these icons you have to manually place and initialize the conference units see next section Manual placementof To manually place conference units on the canvas the software must not be conference units connected to the central unit gt In the Microphone Unit s library panel select a delegate unit icon or a te ce chairman unit icon and drag it on the canvas see page 74 _ The sequential number of the conference unit is displayed below the icon As Delegate Chairman long as the conference units are not yet initialized a question mark is displayed on the icon 1 2 To enable manually placed conference units for use gt Assign each icon on the canvas a conference unit that is connected to the central unit see Starting stopping initialization of the conference units on page 88 m If you only want to select and edit conference unit icons you can lock the L graphic objects and pictures that are in the background see page 84 r 87 Using the Conference Manager software Starting stopping initialization of the conference units Start Initialization Stop Initialization Changing the
106. onnection can be lost gt Inthe menu bar click Settings gt Network The Network Settings window appears Network Settings Obtain an IP Address automatically Use the following IP Address IP address Subnet mask Ok Cancel To automatically integrate the central unit in a network using a dynamic IP address gt Select the Obtain an IP Address automatically option button gt Click OK The setting is applied and the IP Address and Subnet mask fields display the automatically assigned addresses To manually integrate the central unit in a network using a Static IP address gt Select the Use the following IP Address option button gt Enter the desired IP address into the IP address field gt Enter the desired subnet mask address into the Subnet mask field Network Settings Obtain an IP Address automatically Use the Following IP Address IP address 192 168 1 145 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Ok Cancel Click OK The setting is applied For further information on the network configuration of the conference L system refer to page 52 a Loading the factory default settings gt Inthe menu bar click Settings gt Restore Factory Settings All software settings are reset to default be that the screen resolution is set too high In this case reset the screen resolution gt Press
107. oor or are granted speaking privileges depends on the settings of the central unit see page 26 Possible settings Direct Access Override and Request Direct Access mode and Override mode These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairman unit If the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphone Limit has not been reached a further speaker can take the floor immediately Situation Event Behavior The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphone Limit has been reached A further speaker presses the microphone key on his or her conference unit In Direct Access mode The speaker has to wait until one of the current speakers passes on or loses his or her speaking privileges He or she is then auto matically granted speaking privileges In Override mode The speaker can take the floor immediately The speaker with the longest speaking time loses his or her speaking privileges Request mode For this mode to function a chairman unit is required In Request mode the chairman receives requests to speak and grants speaking privileges according to the FIFO principle First In First Out i e the Speaker with the longest waiting time is granted speaking privileges Situation Event Behavior The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached Request Limit
108. output 26 _ 31 34 Deutsch English 41 Espanol Direct Access 26 Override or Request ie Oe 27 ONE 28 O Or 28 ee Ul 28 in steps of 1 minute of 0 0 Sarr agus 21 0 by 28 in steps of 10 seconds Continue Cancel 29 One Orr 30 Yes No 30 On O 30 31 0 0 dB per Mic 32 3 0 dB per Mic Linear Division On On 31 SOTS a 1325 L 02dB 03 dB C e 05 dB 12 dB 12 dB 23 Configuring the conference system via the central unit XLR In menu XLR In Status XLR In Sensitivity XLR In Equalizer Activates deactivates the IN audio input Adjusts the sensitivity of the XLR input Adjusts the tone color of the XLR input Floor Loudspeakers menu Floor Loudspeakers Volume Floor Loudspeakers Equalizer System menu Ports Diagnostics Versions Diagnostics menu System Load Temperature Bus Statistics Start Self Test Reset Break Indication Reset Error Indication Versions menu Hardware Version Info Software Version Info 24 Adjusts the floor channel volume Floor Loudspeakers Adjusts the tone color of the floor channel Displays the type and number of the conference units connected to Port and Port Calls up the Diagnostics submenu Call
109. perties window appears Establish a connection to the central unit see page 66 Select the Enable Autoload option button Select the desired configuration from the drop down list Click OK At the next startup of the conference system the selected configuration is automatically loaded in Live operating mode vvvyv To deactivate automatic loading of a configuration gt Select the Disable Autoload option button gt Click OK Saving a configuration You can save any number of configurations on either the central unit or locally on the connected Windows PC To save a newly created configuration on the central unit gt Inthe menu bar click Global Menu gt Save The Save Conference window appears Save Conference Save Conference Document on CU Default adn v Disconnect OK Cancel If necessary establish a connection to the central unit see page 66 Select the Save Conference Document on CU option button Enter a file name into the drop down list box Click OK The file is saved on the central unit vv vV Y You can click Global Menu gt Save to save a configuration that already has a file name there is no further query e Settings made in Live operating mode or via the central unit s oper L ating menu are immediately saved to the current configuration To protect your configuration we recommend that you save it under a
110. pply 38 D Delegate unit activating the microphone 45 99 connecting to the central unit 17 deactivating the microphone 45 initializing 30 86 Operating 45 overview 8 preparing for use 16 120 Diagnostics 38 Direct Access 26 Display panel overview 11 E Equalizer Audio IN and Audio OUT 31 95 floor channel 32 93 Error icons 34 Error Indication resetting 40 Error indication 39 Errors current and power supply 38 detecting and eliminating 34 106 eliminating connection problems 67 resetting Error Indication 40 resetting the counter 40 Short circuit 38 system analysis 38 system bus errors 39 temperature 39 F Factory default settings 43 111 Firmware 105 Floor channel adjusting audio settings 32 93 adjusting the volume 32 93 Floor Loudspeakers 32 93 Further settings 42 H Headphones adjusting the volume 46 connecting 46 Initializing conference units 30 86 L Language adjusting 41 Linear Divison 32 94 Lock mode activating deactivating 43 93 deactivating 21 93 M Manufacturer Declarations 116 Maximum number of requests to speak adjusting 28 91 Maximum number of speakers adjusting 27 91 Microphone activating 45 deactivating 45 Microphone Limit 27 91 N Network settings 42 65 configuring Windows 52 dynamic IP addressing 53 65 Static IP addressing 54 65 O Operating menu operating principles 25 Operating mode buttons 58 Live 95 Setup 86 Over
111. quest Limit Talk Time Status Talk Time Limit Premonition Time Limit XLR Out submenu Reaction on Talktime XLR Out Status Exceed XLR Out Volume Blink on Request XLR Out Equalizer Re Init Mai Clear Request List ee on Cancel XLR In submenu Conference XLR In Status XLR In Sensitivity Languages Audio XLR In Equalizer Floor Loudspeakers submenu Audio Gain Reduction Floor Loudspeaker Volume Floor Loudspeaker Equalizer Diagnostics System submenu submenu System Load Ports Temperature Bus Statistics Start Self Test Reset Break Indication Reset Error Indication Versions submenu Hardware Versions Info Settings g Software Versions Info submenu Contrast Lock Restore Factory Defaults Network J submenu IP Address Mode IP Address Subnet Mask 22 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Main Menu Conference Audio System Languages Settings Conference menu Conference Mode Microphone Limit Request Limit Talk Time Status Talk Time Limit Premonition Time Limit Reaction on Talktime Exceed Blink on Request Re Init Clear Request List on Cancel Audio menu XLR Out XLR In Floor Loudspeakers Audio Gain Re
112. r after expiration of the speaking time limit can be set in the following 3 menu items Setting the speaking time limit Talk Time Limit LES Ao Main Menu Conference Talk Time Limit Request Limit Audio Talk Time Status Minutes r System 05 Min 05 Min eand ain Select and call up Select the desired E erran a UPALNE the Talk Time Limit setting store the Conference submenu menu item setting COMO Adjustment range 01 60 adjustable in steps of 1 minute The speaking time limit becomes effective only if it is activated in the Talk Time Status menu item see previous section Please note that the speaking time limit applies to each and every input to the discussion Setting the advance warning time Premonition Time Limit LEN Ao Main Menu Conference a7 Premonition Time Limit Talk Time Status Audio Talk Time Limit Seconds 7 System 20 Sec 20 Sec Select and call up the Conference submenu Select and call up the Premonition Time Limit menu item Select the desired setting store the setting MINA LEON O Adjustment range 00 120 adjustable in steps of 10 seconds Configuring the conference system via the central unit gt Set the advance warning time This setting affects your conference as follows example Talk Time Limit 15 minutes speaking time limit Premonition Time Limit 60 seconds advance warning t
113. rance accordingly A running conference is not interrupted Using the log and diagnosis function Event Log The log and diagnosis function allows you to log all changes to the conference system As soon as a change to the system or an error is detected the button on the toolbar changes to F To start the Event Log function gt Click the FX button on the toolbar Or if the Processing window is displayed Processing sa VI SSIS SASSSSDASASSIS SASS SS Using the Conference Manager software Click the button The Protocol window appears Protocol Time Location Qualifier Description alue Export OK Cancel Changes and warnings are listed in chronological order Meaning Function Time Time Location Location of error central unit conference unit Qualifier Message qualifier e Info e Warning e Error e Critical Error Description Error description Value Optional additional value e g error code Exporting the log gt Click the Export button The Save as window appears Export M Enter a file name Vv Save the file to the desired location gt Click OK The log is exported as a text file txt only if you are using the Windows version of the software 103 Cleaning and maintaining the conference system Cleaning and maintaining the conference system CAU
114. ride 26 Overview operating menu of the central unit 22 P PC connecting to the central unit 20 system requirements 50 Planning and simulating conferences 49 Premonition Time Limit 28 91 Priority function 48 Priority key setting the function of 30 Processing of the conference units audio signals adjusting 32 94 R Rack mounting 15 fastening the rack mount ears 15 Reaction on Talktime Exceed 29 92 Re Init 30 Request 26 Request Limit 28 91 Request to speak canceling 45 Reset Break Indication 40 Reset Error Indication 40 Running the software on a separate Windows PC 20 49 50 on the central unit 19 49 50 S SDC CBL RJ 45 see system cables Short circuit 34 Signal light ring activating deactivating the flashing 30 Software preparing for use 19 Software see Conference Manager Index Speaking privileges granting 47 99 requesting 45 Speaking time limit activating deactivating 28 91 adjusting 28 91 Specifications 109 Start Self Test 40 Structural change 34 Structuring conference system 13 Switching on off conference system 20 System analysis 38 System bus errors displaying 39 System cables 12 108 connecting to the central unit 17 System Load 38 T Talk Time Limit 28 91 Temperature status displaying 39 V Version 105 displaying the hardware and software version 41 Volume adjusting 32 94 floor channel 32 93 121 Printed in Germany Publ 02 10 535364 A01
115. rom the request to speak list gt Press the NEXT key E The next participant from the request to speak list is granted speaking privi L grant speaking privileges with a mouse click see page 99 re leges e If you are using the Conference Manager software you can also Ending a conference or withdrawing speaking privileges cancel function Depending on the setting adjusted in the operating menu see page 30 e All LEDs go off and the delegate units are deactivated A request to speak list if available is cleared e All currently active delegate units are deactivated All requests to speak are retained gt Briefly press the priority key The conference system behaves as Set amp If you are using the Conference Manager software you can also L deactivate all delegate units with a mouse click see page 95 47 Running a conference Muting all delegate units temporarily priority function Using the priority function the chairman can interrupt a discussion at any time The speaking privileges of all chairman units remain active at any time gt Keep the priority key pressed for as long as you want to mute the confer ence units All conference units except for the chairman units are muted immediately The microphone LED and the signal light ring of the previously active conference units flash red You can take the floor immediately The microphone LED and
116. s gt Put out a sufficient number of system cables in the required lengths see Accessories on page 108 If necessary calculate the maximum length of the cable string in order to ensure that all conference units connected in the string are supplied with a voltage of at least 35 V see page 13 17 Putting the conference system into operation 18 If you are using cable holders see previous chapter gt Choose a suitable cover for the cable holder SDC CBL RJ 45 system cable marked M Highly shielded cable marked L Affix the covers as shown gt Slightly tighten the supplied screws approx 0 05 Nm To connect the conference units to the central unit CAUTION Product damage due to an unsuitable power supply An unsuitable power supply can damage network devices with RJ 45 plugs that are connected to the connection sockets PORT and PORT Il gt Only connect ADN C1 and ADN D1 conference units to the connec tion sockets PORT and PORT Il C CD gt Use a system cable to connect the IN socket of the first conference unit to the PORT socket 8 or PORT socket 9 of the central unit see above gt Use a system cable to connect the OUT socket of the first conference unit to the IN socket of the second conference unit Repeat these steps for the remaining conference units Ps Pl
117. s LENA Hardware Version Info m Main Menu DU PU 1 Hardware Version Info System Software Version Info CU SB 1 Select andcallup the Hardware Version Info menu item Select and call up the Versions submenu View the information exit the menu item Displaying the software version O O Versions GS Software Version Info Software Version Info Main Menu Hardware Version Info DU PU 0 1 1 5 System CU SB 1 0 0 0 CU Main 1 0 0 0 Select and call up the Software Version Info menu item Select and call up the t View the information Versions submenu exit the menu item LENA Adjusting the language Language Via the Language menu item you can adjust the language of the operating menu Main Menu aS Language Audio English baal v Nederlands English Select and call up the select the a Language menu item setting store the setting MENA LOS O 41 42 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Setting the IP address allocation mode IP Address Mode Setting a static IP address IP Address Setting a static subnet mask Subnet Mask Adjusting further settings Settings Adjusting network settings Network submenu Main Menu a System Languages Select and call up the Settings submenu Settings Contrast v Lock Select and call up the Network submenu Lo
118. s Update you acknowledge and agree that no warranty is provided by MS Microsoft Corporation or their affiliates with respect to any Windows Update that you install or attempt to install on your device Product Support Contact Sennheiser for support options Refer to the support number provided with the device Backup Copy You may make one backup copy of the software You may use it only to reinstall the soft ware on the device Proof Of License If you acquired the software on the device or on a disc or other media a genuine Certificate of Authenticity label with a genuine copy of the software identifies licensed software To be valid this label must be affixed to the device or included on or in Sennheiser s software packaging If you receive the label separately it is not valid You should keep the label on the device or packaging to prove that you are licensed to use the software To identify genuine Microsoft software see http www howtotell com Transfer to a Third Party You may transfer the software only with the device the Certificate of Authenticity label and these license terms directly to a third party Before the transfer that party must agree that these license terms apply to the transfer and use of the software You may not retain any copies of the software including the backup copy Not Fault Tolerant The software is not fault tolerant Sennheiser installed the software on the device and is responsible for how it oper
119. s the floor channel volume Floor Loudspeakers Equalizer Adjusts the tone color In the Equalizer menu item you can change between the frequency L ranges by pressing the jog dial 4 Press the ESC key to cancel your entry and restore the previous state of all frequency ranges Adjusting the processing of the conference units audio signals in the floor channel Audio Gain Reduction Main Menu Oo Audio oO Audio Gain Reduction Conference XLR In 0 0 dB per Mic Floor Loudspeakers 0 5 dB per Mic v System v Audio Gain Reduction 1 0 dB per Mic 0 0 dB per Mic 0 0 dB per Mic Select and call up the Select the desired Pree eee Audio Gain Reduction setting store the menu item setting COC Possible settings 0 0 dB per Mic 3 0 dB per Mic and Linear Division The sum of the audio signals of all conference units is fed to the floor channel Floor Loudspeakers which in turn is output via the conference units built in loudspeakers and via the OUT audio output The volume level of the floor channel increases with each additional audio signal and tends to overmodulate The Audio Gain Reduction menu item allows you to adjust how the volume levels of the signals of the conference units are processed Situation The audio signal of the 1 conference unit is fed to the floor channel Event The audio signal of another conference unit it fed to the floor channel Th
120. s up the Versions submenu Provides information on the current and voltage supply Provides information on the temperature status Provides information on the status of data transmission errors Performs a self test on the conference system Resets the error counter Break Count in the Bus Statistic menu item Resets the display for data bus errors Error Indication in the Bus Statistic menu item Displays the hardware version Displays the software version On a On 18 0 dBu 1 oe 02dB L l 03 4B 05 cB 12 dB 12 dB x VOD gaa 1 02 dB _ 03 dB 05 cB 12 dB 12 dB Deleg Chair Port4 xXx xx Units Port2 xx xx Units Current Voltage Port1 O Port2 Status Error Indication Break Count On OT Yes No Yes No DU PU 1 CUSB 1 DUPU SEO TTS CU SB 1 0 0 0 CU Main 1 0 0 1 1 31 32 37 38 41 39 39 40 40 40 41 41 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Settings menu Network Contrast Lock Restore Factory Defaults Network menu IP Address Mode IP Address Subnet Mask Calls up the Network submenu 42 Adjusts the contrast of the display panel pe rae os 42 Activates deactivates the lock mode One On 43 Restores the factory default settings Yes No 43 Sets the I
121. sing the Conference Manager software TakTime lt __ Limitation min i g _ Changing the conference mode El Conference lt Mode Request v Die s Changing the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously El Conference lt Mode Request v Open 2 iv p b Changing the maximum number of requests to speak Changing the behavior of the signal light ring when a request to speak is made E e 102 To change the speaking time limit gt In the Talk Time box enter the desired speaking time limit into the drop down list field see also page 91 From the Mode drop down list in the Conference box select the desired conference mode see page 90 From the Open drop down list in the Conference box select the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously see also page 91 Change the maximum number of requests to speak see page 91 Change the behavior of the signal light ring when a request to speak is made see page 91 Exiting the Live operating mode You can exit the Live operating mode by calling up the Setup operating mode gt Click the Setup button The Stop warning message appears Stop A Stop Live Mode of the existing Conference x Click OK The software switches to Setup operating mode and the View windows change their appea
122. sorted by chronological order of registration Delegate units that have made a request to speak sorted by chronological order of registration qd Canvas with initialized conference unit icons 97 Using the Conference Manager software Monitoring a conference using the Delegate View window Function Meaning Permanent list of chairman units sorted by ID number f Permanent list of chairman units sorted by ID number g Permanent list of uninitialized conference units Designation Unkn at 7 7 stands for the number of the conference unit which is assigned by order of connection Overview of the conference uniticons The conference unit icons display the current status of the conference units connected to the central unit The icons of chairman units are marked with a star i Icon Function Meaning ma Conference unit icon is not assigned to a conference unit FR S Conference unit is ready for operation Conference unit with speaking privileges Conference unit with speaking privileges shortly before the speaking time limit expires or when the speaking time limit is exceeded Conference unit with speaking privileges but muted via the priority function of the chairman unit see page 48 Conference unit has made a request to speak flashing 98 Using the Conference Manager software Overview of the bar graphs The conference unit icons display the current status of
123. st Configuring the conference system via the central unit The following tables show possible error indications and steps for error elimination Display Only the warning triangle is i displayed Errorand Several errors may have occured remedy Check the following menu items one after the other see page 38 System Load Temperature Bus Statistics If the menu items display errors follow the options and or steps for error elimination mentioned there Display Only the structural change icon 2 is displayed Error Change in the number of conference units due to manual adding or removal of one or several conference units automatic resetting of one or several conference units the conference units restart switch off of one or several conference units due to under voltage disconnection of one or several conference units e g caused by faulty plug connections wire or cable faults 35 Configuring the conference system via the central unit 36 Remedy Display Error and remedy Perform a manual self test see page 40 The display can change as follows The structural change icon 2 disappears The structural change has been detected there are no errors The structural change icon 2 is still displayed Follow the steps below If after performing the self test the structural change icon 2 is still displayed Reset the error cou
124. st to speak Adjusting the conference mode Conference Mode Main Menu Conference Conference Mode Conference Mode Audio Microphone Limit Override v System v Request Limit v Request Direct Access Direct Access Select and call up the Select and call up the Select the desired u Wl H Conference submenu O ce Mode a store the ONO Possible settings Direct Access Override and Request e Direct Access mode and Override mode These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairman unit Configuring the conference system via the central unit If the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphone Limit has not been reached a further speaker can take the floor immediately Situation The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously Microphone Limit has been reached Event A further speaker presses the microphone key on his or her conference unit Behavior In Direct Access mode The speaker has to wait until one of the current speakers passes on or loses his or her speaking privileges He is then automati cally granted speaking privileges In Override mode The speaker can take the floor immediately The speaker with the longest speaking time loses his or her speaking privileges e Request mode For this mode to function a chairman unit is required In Request mode the chairman re
125. switching the central unit off see page 69 All other settings of the central unit are automatically saved gt Set the on off switch D to position 0 The central unit is switched off completely Using the central unit Using the central unit Deactivating the lock mode of the central unit If the lock mode is activated see page 43 you have to deactivate it in order to be able to operate the central unit LZA gt Press the jog dial or any other key Lock appears on the display panel 42A A Turn the jog dial O The OFF setting is selected LZA gt Press the jog dial The lock mode is deactivated Functions of the keys Press the ESC key Press the jog dial O Turn the jog dial l a N O Press the standard display key Cancels the entry and returns to the next higher menu level or to the standard display Changes from the standard display to the operating menu Calls up a menu item Enters a submenu Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu Increases or reduces the floor channel volume when the standard display is shown Changes to the next previous menu item Changes the setting of a menu item Returns to the standard display 21 Configuring the conference system via the central unit Configuring the conference system via the central unit Overview of the operating menu Conference submenu Conference Mode Microphone Limit Re
126. t Access 30 Units 2 cores Icon Meaning A Warning triangle c gt Short circuit icon Cable fault icon Structural change icon sin gt lt RA Hi m m To ensure trouble free operation of your conference system Carry out the following steps before starting the conference This allows you to diagnose and remedy errors in your conference system at an early stage gt Set up your entire conference system If you do not yet know the final number of participants take the maximum number of participants as a starting point Connect the corresponding number of conference units to the central unit gt Switch the central unit on The central unit performs a self test r If the number of participants increases after an error free self test we L strongly recommend you to perform a new self test before starting your conference e If an error or a warning occurs proceed as follows Eliminate the error see the following tables After error elimination perform a manual self test by selecting Yes in the Start Self Test menu item a Diagnostics O Start Self Test Main Menu Temperature Yes System Bus Statistics Nooo SES Select and call u Select the desired o Za BETO the stant Self Testi setting apply the menu item setting O The central unit now checks if the reported error still occurs If the error has been eliminated the corresponding error icon will go off after the self te
127. t be used activated The central unit s display panel displays error icons the display panel lights up red Volume of the conference units loudspeakers is too high or too low Loud hissing at the confer ence units loudspeakers After switch on the dele gate units only indicate requests to speak Delegate unit is automati cally deactivated No request to speak can be made The signal light ring does not flash when a request to speak is made 106 The central unit is not connected to the mains The conference unit is not connected correctly The cable string is too long The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached The chairman unit has not been initial ized before use Changes or errors have occurred The processing of the conference units audio signals Audio Gain Reduction is adjusted so that the gain of each additional channel is reduced too much or too little The floor channel volume is not adjusted correctly The conference units are placed too close together The floor channel volume is adjusted to a very high level You are using ADN D1 delegate units exclusively The conference mode chosen requires a chairman unit for granting speaking privileges e g Request The speaking time limit is activated A further speaker has made a request to speak in Override mode The maximum number of requests to speak has been reached The functio
128. t you want to copy Click the G icon The selected object is copied to the clipboard To paste an object from the clipboard gt Click the icon The object from the clipboard is pasted to the canvas To delete an object Select the object that you want to delete Press the Del key The selected object is deleted Moving objects forwards backwards All objects on the canvas are placed on top of each other ll W To move an object backwards gt Select an object gt Click the t icon The selected object is moved backwards 81 Using the Conference Manager software To move an object forwards Select an object Click the amp icon The selected object is moved forwards Enlarging the canvas When a new conference document opens in the Room View window the canvas is the large area with the grid pattern When you reduce the size of the canvas you can see that the grid lines of the canvas are surrounded by a white area E Conference Manager Baba Herij Eat To enlarge the canvas gt Move any objects on the canvas beyond the area of the grid lines The canvas is automatically enlarged and adjusted to the new position of the objects m When you remove objects from the enlarged area of the canvas the L canvas is reduced to its normal size Se 82 Using the Conference Manager software Changing the size of the canvas Click the Room View button Cc Microphone Un
129. ted by applicable law It also applies even if Microsoft should have been aware of the possibility of the damages The above limitation may not apply to you because your country may not allow the exclusion or limita tion of incidental consequential or other damages Export Restrictions The software is subject to United States export laws and regulations You must comply with all domestic and international export laws and regulations that apply to the software These laws include restrictions on destinations end users and end use For additional information see www microsoft com exporting 115 Manufacturer Declarations 116 Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH amp Co KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product For the current warranty conditions please visit our website at www sennheiser com or contact your Sennheiser partner In compliance with the following requirements e RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC e WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC Please dispose of the product at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equip ment CE Declaration of Conformity e CE e EMC Directive 2004 108 EC e Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC The declaration is available at www sennheiser com Trademarks Sennheiser is a registered trademark of Sennheiser electronic GmbH amp Co KG Other product and company names mentioned in this instr
130. the signal light ring of your chairman unit light up red Release the priority key The muting of the conference units is canceled The discussion is continued Setting the volume of the conference units built in loudspeakers You can set the volume of the conference units built in loudspeakers via the jog dial on the central unit The standard display displays the current volume setting Direct Access 0E 20 CAUTION Danger of hearing damage due to loud hissing w Units 30 m When the floor channel volume is set to a high level or when several participants speak simultaneously feedback noise loud hissing can occur This can cause hearing damage Reduce the floor channel volume see page 48 page 93 or page 101 Make sure that the Audio Gain Reduction function is activated see page 32 This function reduces the gain per active micro phone by the selected level and thus prevents feedback noise Increase the distance between the individual conference units to at least 50 cm O Turn the jog dial to the right to increase the volume or to the left to reduce the volume the central unit s operating menu see page 32 or the Conference The volume of the conference units loudspeakers can also be set via Manager software see page 93 Adding conference units to the conference system during operation You can add conference units to the conference system during opera
131. tion When adding conference units to the conference system observe the L maximum number of conference units in order to ensure safe operation see page 13 All delegate units are ready for immediate use The chairman units have to be re initialized Note that this will interrupt the conference see page 30 or page 88 48 Using the software preinstalled on the central unit Using the software on a Windows PC Planning and simulating conferences Setup operating mode Controlling conferences via the software Live operating mode Using the Conference Manager software Using the Conference Manager software Possibilities of usage of the software and the conference system The Conference Manager software allows you to conveniently manage and control the conference system With the software you can plan and graphically simulate conferences Various configurations can be saved and thus be reused for other scenarios In addition you can use the software to control conferences Conference rooms and conference participants are represented graphically allowing you to keep track of and securely manage your conferences Hardware platforms for the software The Conference Manager software can be run in two different ways The software is preinstalled on the central unit In order to be able to use the software you have to connect a screen mouse and keyboard directly to the central unit
132. tivity No network access Media State Frahied Duration AKE cnabi 1 0 Gbps Activity Sent A Received 47 Bytes 28 932 55 023 The Local Area Connection Proper ties window appears In the This connection uses the following items box double click Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 This connection uses the following items o Parallels Shared Folders Network Provider o Client for Microsoft Networks Z QoS Packet Scheduler 2 File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 Intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 9 K g KKK K Here you can see whether the Windows PC is assigned a static or dynamic IP address Adjust your central unit as follows Use the following IP address IP addres subnet mast Default gateway Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address 53 Using the Conference Manager software Settings to be adjusted via the central unit see page 42 Main Menu Settings Network gt On the central unit call up the IP Mode menu item gt Select Dynamic IP The central unit is automatically integrated in the network and no further steps have to be taken b The Windows PC is assigned a static IP address in the network Q
133. to Setup operating mode to edit the configuration Import pictures using the Windows version of the software 50 67 59 52 64 84 59 78 If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance To find a Sennheiser partner in your country search at www sennheiser com under Service amp Support 107 Accessories 108 Cat No 502757 054324 054325 054326 502031 502758 502759 504001 009842 009853 009844 009845 009846 009847 Accessories Description Central unit ADN CU1 central unit Mains cable EU version black 1 8 m Mains cable UK version black 1 8 m Mains cable US version black 1 8 m ADN RMB 2 rack mount ears Conference units ADN D1 delegate unit ADN C1 chairman unit ADN TR 1 cable holder for conference unit System cables SDC CBL RJ 45 2 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs black 2 m SDC CBL RJ 45 3 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs black 3 m SDC CBL RJ 45 5 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs black 5 m SDC CBL RJ 45 10 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs black 10 m SDC CBL RJ 45 20 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs black 20 m SDC CBL RJ 45 50 system cable with two shielded RJ 45 plugs black 50 m Specifications Specifications ADN D1 and ADN C1 conference units Dimensions
134. tware and third party software use WMDRM to play and copy WMDRM protected content If the software fails to protect the content content owners may ask Microsoft to revoke the soft ware s ability to use WMDRM to play or copy protected content Revocation does not affect other content When you download licenses for protected content you agree that Microsoft may include a revocation list with the licenses Content owners may require you to upgrade WMDRM to access their content Microsoft software that includes WMDRM will ask for your consent prior to the upgrade If you decline an upgrade you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade You may switch off WMDRM features that access the Internet When these features are off you can still play content for which you have a valid license c Misuse of Internet based Services You may not use these services in any way that could harm them or impair anyone else s use of them You may not use the services to try to gain unauthorized access to any service data account or network by any means Windows Update Agent also known as Software Update Services The software on the device includes Windows Update Agent WUA functionality that may enable your device to connect to and access updates Windows Updates from a server installed with the required server component Without limiting any other disclaimer in this Micrososoft Software License Terms or any EULA accom panying a Window
135. tware to devices as part of the Remote Boot process and iii download the software to licensed devices and use it on them For more information please refer to the device documentation or contact Sennheiser e Internet Based Services Microsoft provides Internet based services with the software Microsoft may change or cancel them at any time 113 Appendix 114 10 11 12 a Consent for Internet Based Services The software features described below connect to Microsoft or service provider computer systems over the Internet In some cases you will not receive a sepa rate notice when they connect You may switch off these features or not use them For more infor mation about these features visit http www microsoft com windowsxp downloads updates sp2 docs privacy mspx By using these features you consent to the transmission of this information Microsoft does not use the information to identify or contact you b Computer Information The following features use Internet protocols which send to the appro priate systems computer information such as your Internet protocol address the type of operating system browser and name and version of the software you are using and the language code of the device where you installed the software Microsoft uses this information to make the Internet based services available to you e Web Content Features Features in the software can retrieve related content from Microsoft and pro
136. u are using a networked Windows PC you can select different central units in the network The software preinstalled on a central unit can only be connected to its central unit If you want to preconfigure a conference system you can also use the Conference Manager software if there is no connection to the central unit 49 Using the Conference Manager software 50 The following overview shows the functions that are available depending on the connections status Disconnected not connected to the central unit Setup operating mode Connected connected to the central unit Setup operating mode Live operating mode e Room View window e Room View window e Conference control can be edited can be edited via Room View e Delegate View e Delegate View window window can be window can be e Conference control edited edited via Delegate View e Configuration can e Configuration can window be edited be edited e Configuration e Conference units can be edited can be initialized Preparing the central unit s integrated software for use Connecting and configuring the screen mouse and keyboard gt Connect the screen mouse and keyboard to the central unit see page 19 To optimally use the screen mouse and keyboard you have to configure the devices one time Adjust the setting for the screen mouse and keyboard to your needs see page 63 Preparing the Windows version of th
137. uction manual may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Index A Accessories 108 Adding conference units 48 ADN C1 see chairman unit ADN CU1 display panel see display panel ADN CU1 see central unit Advance warning time adjusting 28 91 Audio devices connecting to the central unit 19 Audio Gain Reduction 32 94 Audio IN and Audio OUT 19 31 adjusting audio settings 93 95 Audio settings adjusting 31 93 95 B Behavior when the speaking time limit is exceeded adjusting 29 92 Blink on Request 30 Break Counter 39 resetting 40 Bus Statistics 39 C Cable fault 34 Cable holders installing 17 Cancel function 47 Central unit adjusting further settings 42 Audio IN and Audio OUT 19 configuring the screen mouse and keyboard settings 63 connecting external audio devices 19 connecting toa PC 20 connecting to the Conference Manager software 49 connecting to the mains 16 functions of the keys 21 language 41 mounting into a 19 rack 15 network settings 42 operating menu 22 overview 10 setting up 15 switching on off 20 using 21 Chairman unit activating the microphone 45 configuring the priority key 30 connecting to the central unit 17 deactivating the microphone 45 99 ending a conference 47 granting speaking privileges 47 initializing 30 86 Index muting all delegate units 48 operating 46 overview 9 preparing for use 16 Cleaning 104 Clear Request List on Cancel 30
138. vide it to you To provide the content these features send to Microsoft the type of operating system name and version of the software you are using type of browser and language code of the device where the software was installed Examples of these features are clip art templates online training online assistance and Appshelp These features only operate when you activate them You may choose to switch them off or not use them e Digital Certificates The software uses digital certificates These digital certificates confirm the identity of Internet users sending X 509 standard encrypted information The software retrieves certificates and updates certificate revocation lists These security features operate only when you use the Internet e Auto Root Update The Auto Root Update feature updates the list of trusted certificate authori ties You can switch off the Auto Root Update feature e Windows Media Player When you use Windows Media Player it checks with Microsoft for e Compatible online music services in your region e New versions of the player and e Codecs if your device does not have the correct ones for playing content You can switch off this feature For more information go to http microsoft com windows windowsmedia mp10 privacy aspx e Windows Media Digital Rights Management Content owners use Windows Media digital rights management technology WMDRM to protect their intellectual property including copyrights This sof
139. w 56 preparing a conference 72 90 preparing for use 19 Room View window 96 running on a separate Windows PC 20 49 50 running on the central unit 19 49 50 119 Index Saving a configuration 69 Scan 86 Setup operating mode 49 72 90 setting the function of the All Micros OFF button 92 Starting exiting the central unit s integrated software 55 Starting exiting the Windows version of the software 55 using 49 using pictures 72 78 using the software for controlling a running conference 97 Windows network settings 52 Conference mode adjusting 26 90 Conference settings adjusting 26 90 Conference system checking and detecting errors 34 cleaning and maintaining 104 configuring 26 90 configuring via the central unit 22 error icons 34 performing a self test 40 putting into operation 15 setting up 17 Structuring and controlling 13 switching on off 20 updating the firmware 105 Conference units adding to arunning conference 48 cable holders 17 connecting to the central unit 17 deactivating the microphone 45 99 initializing 30 86 Operating 45 overview 8 9 preparing for use 16 setting up 17 using headphones 46 Configuring via central unit 22 via software 90 Connecting Conference Manager software to the central unit 49 66 conference units to the central unit 17 Windows PC to central unit 20 Windows PC to the central unit 20 Controlling conference 99 conference system 14 Current and power su
140. w o gooseneck Weight Supply voltage Power consumption Temperature range Relative humidity Headphone socket Output level at headphone socket DHT at 1 kHz Loudspeaker Frequency response Signal to noise ratio Microphone Pick up pattern Frequency response ADN CU1 central unit Dimensions Weight Nominal input voltage Mains frequency Power consumption Output voltage at RJ45 EtherCAT Nominal output current Temperature range Relative humidity XLR IN Input resistance Input level Nominal level 185 x 63 Xx 140 mm WxHxD approx 700 g 35 V 52 8 V 2 W w o reproduction via loudspeakers operation 10 C to 40 C storage 25 C to 70 C operation 10 to 80 storage 10 to 90 3 5 mm stereo jack socket 50 mW 16 Q 0 03 at 50 mW 16 Q 100 Hz to 14 5 kHz gt 70 dB A super cardioid 190 Hz to 14 5 kHz 417 x 100 x 345 mm W x H x D approx 6 5 kg 100 to 240 V 50 to 60 Hz 245 W 52 8 V max 1 75 A operation 5 C to 50 C Storage 25 C to 70 C Operation 10 to 80 Storage 10to 90 Riy gt 10 KQ max 18 dBu min 18 dBu 7 5 dBu 109 Specifications 110 XLR OUT Output resistance Frequency response Output level Nominal level DHT at 1 kHz Signal to noise ratio Rout lt 100 Q 20 Hz to 14 5 kHz 3 dB max 11 dBu 6 dBu lt 0 02 A weighted at 7 5 dBu gt 80dB A weighted at 11 dBu Appendix
141. you wiggle the cable this indicates a faulty cable You can manually reset the error counter Break Counter see page 40 Performing a manual self test oo Diagnostics Start Self Test cta rt Self Test Main Menu Temperature Yes System Bus Statistics Select and call u Select the desired ao the Start Self lesti setting apply the menu item setting O If the central unit detects errors after switch on or during operation Eliminate these errors see page 34 and following Perform a manual self test by selecting Yes in the Start Self Test menu item The conference is interrupted The central unit now checks if a reported error still occurs If the error is elimi nated the corresponding error icon goes off after the self test If the error icon is still displayed you have to take further steps to eliminate the error see page 34 and following Always perform the self test after you have eliminated the reported I errors Resetting the error counter a Nea Diagnostics Reset Break Indication Reset Break Indication Main Menu Bus Statistics Yes System Start Self Test Select and call up the Reset Break Indication menu item Select and call up the Diagnostics submenu Select the desired setting apply the setting O Possible settings Yes or No This menu item allows you to reset the error counter Break Count in the Bus Statisti

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