ADN System Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
- Important safety instructions
- The Sennheiser ADN conference system
- Available system components – package contents
- Overview of the components
- ADN D1 delegate unit
- ADN C1 chairperson unit
- ADN-W D1 wireless delegate unit
- ADN-W C1 wireless chairperson unit
- ADN-W BA Lithium-Ion battery pack
- ADN-W MIC 15/ADN-W MIC 36 gooseneck microphones for wireless conference units
- ADN-W AM antenna module
- NT 12-50C power supply
- ADN CU1 central unit
- “Conference Manager” software
- ADN PS power supply
- SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables
- ADN-W L 10 charger
- ADN-W CASE transport and charging case
- Structuring and controlling the conference system
- Number of chairperson and delegate units
- Calculating the voltage supply of the wired conference units and system components
- Setting up a wired conference system
- Setting up a wireless conference system
- Combining wired and wireless conference units (hybrid operation)
- Configuring and controlling the conference system
- Input and output of audio signals
- Integration into a media control system
- Using the ADN Cable Calculator software
- Putting the conference system into operation
- Preparing the ADN CU1 central unit for operation
- Preparing the ADN PS power supply for operation
- Preparing the ADN-W AM antenna module for operation
- Preparing the ADN C1/ADN D1 wired conference units for operation
- Preparing the ADN-W C1/D1 wireless conference units for operation
- Preparing the ADN-W L 10 charger for operation
- Preparing the ADN-W CASE UNITS charging case for operation
- Charging the ADN-W BA battery pack
- Checking the charge status of the battery pack
- Charging the battery pack using the NT 12-50C power supply
- Simultaneously charging up to 10 battery packs in the ADN-W L 10 charger
- Simultaneously charging up to 10 battery packs in the ADN-W CASE UNITS charging case
- Switching off the ADN-W L 10/ADN-W CASE UNITS charger
- The status display of the ADN-W L 10/ADN-W CASE UNITS charger during charging
- Behavior of the ADN-W BA battery pack during charging
- Setting up the conference system
- Basic information on the set-up of the conference system
- Setting up a small wired conference system with only the central unit
- Setting up a large wired conference system with ADN PS power supplies connected to the ADN CU1 central unit
- Setting up a large conference system comprising ADN PS power supplies and conference units connected in cable strings
- Setting up a large conference system comprising ADN PS power supplies and conference units connected in redundant ring topology
- Cabling errors
- Connecting the ADN-W AM antenna module to the ADN CU1 central unit
- Setting up and positioning the antenna module
- Setting up the ADN-W C1 or ADN-W D1 wireless conference units
- Connecting external audio devices to the central unit
- Connecting a USB mass storage device for audio recordings to the central unit
- Preparing to use the “Conference Manager” software
- Switching the conference system on/off
- Using the media control system
- Configuring the wireless components
- Using the central unit
- Configuring the conference system via the central unit
- Overview of the operating menu
- Working with the operating menu
- Adjusting the conference settings – “Conference Menu”
- Setting the conference mode – “Conference Mode”
- Setting the max. number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously – “Microphone Limit”
- Setting the maximum number of requests to speak – “Request Limit”
- Activating/deactivating the speaking time limit – “Talk Time Status”
- Setting the speaking time limit– “Talk Time Limit”
- Setting the advance warning time – “Premonition Time Limit”
- Determining the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded – “Reaction on Talktime Exceed”
- Activating/deactivating the flashing of the signal light ring when a request to speak is made – “Blink on Request”
- Re-initializing the conference units – “Re-Init”
- Setting the function of the priority key – “Clear Request List on Cancel”
- Adjusting the radio settings – “Wireless Menu“
- Adjusting the audio settings – “Audio Menu”
- Adjusting settings for the OUT audio output and the IN audio input – “XLR Out” and “XLR In”
- Adjusting settings for the floor channel – “Floor/Loudspeakers”
- Adjusting the processing of the conference units’ audio signals in the floor channel – “Audio Gain Reduction”
- Activating/deactivating the function for eliminating feedback and for increasing the volume – “Feedback Suppression“
- Activating/deactivating the filtering of the IN audio input from the OUT audio output (avoiding echoes) – “XLR Mix Minus”
- Activating/deactivating the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers for contributions coming from the conference units’ microphones – “Mic Loudspeaker Mute“
- Activating/deactivating the recording of the conference on a USB mass storage device and viewing the status of the recording – “Conference Recording“
- Checking the system and detecting errors – “System Menu”
- Adjusting the language – “*Language”
- Adjusting further settings – “Settings”
- Running a conference
- Using the “Conference Manager” software
- Possibilities of usage of the software and the conference system
- Preparing the central unit’s integrated software for use
- Preparing the Windows version of the software for use
- System requirements
- Installing the “Conference Manager” software
- Uninstalling the “Conference Manager” software
- Adjusting the network settings
- Configuring the network settings on a PC running Windows XP
- Configuring the network settings on a PC running Windows Vista
- Configuring the network settings on a PC running Windows 7
- Configuring the network settings on a PC running Windows 8
- Starting/exiting the software
- Getting to know and adjusting the basic features of the software
- Overview of the software
- Menu bar
- Buttons for selecting the views
- Toolbar
- Buttons for selecting the operating mode
- Selecting operating modes and views
- Adjusting the View windows to your needs
- Adjusting the screen, mouse, and keyboard settings and the date/time setting of the central unit
- Adjusting the language
- Using a password
- Adjusting network settings
- Loading the factory default settings
- Switching off all connected wireless conference units
- Using the conference system and the software
- Connecting the software to the central unit
- Disconnecting the connection to the central unit
- Creating a new configuration
- Loading a configuration
- Activating/deactivating automatic loading of a configuration
- Eliminating connection problems when a configuration is autoloaded
- Saving a configuration
- Closing a configuration
- Deleting a configuration from the central unit
- Configuring the settings for wireless conferencing
- Calling up the general radio settings
- Selecting the country-specific settings – “Country Selection“
- Setting the RF channel – “Channel Selection“
- Setting the RF signal strength – “Output Power“
- Logging in the wireless conference units to the conference system – “Access Mode“
- Calling up the settings for logging in the wireless conference units
- Automatically logging in the wireless conference units (open wireless conferencing) – “Access Mode - Open“
- Manually logging in the wireless conference units (closed wireless conferencing) – “Access Mode - Closed“
- Deactivating manual switch-off of the wireless conference units – “Enable Wireless Unit shutdown“
- Preparing a conference and mapping a conference room – “Setup” operating mode
- Initializing the conference units – “Setup” operating mode
- Adjusting the conference settings – “Setup” operating mode
- Controlling and monitoring a conference – “Live” operating mode
- Adding conference units to the conference system during operation
- Adjusting settings during a running conference
- Changing the view of the canvas
- Setting the volume of the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers
- Activating/deactivating the audio input/output
- Activating/deactivating the speaking time limit
- Changing the conference mode
- Changing the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously
- Changing the maximum number of requests to speak
- Changing the behavior of the signal light ring when a request to speak is made
- Recording a conference
- Exiting “Live” operating mode
- Recording a conference – “Conference Recording”
- Using the log and diagnosis function – “Event Log”
- Cleaning and maintaining the conference system
- Transporting the wireless components
- Updating the firmware of the conference system
- If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions
- Components and accessories
- Specifications
- Appendix
- Manufacturer Declarations
- Index – ADN conference system
- Index – “Conference Manager” software
Specifications
246 | ADN Digital Conference System
In compliance with
Certified by
ADN-W L 10 charger
Weight approx. 280 g
Cable lengths approx. 1.8 m to mains plug
approx. 2.5 m to hollow jack plug
Europe EMC EN 61204-3
Safety EN 60950-1
USA EMC 47 CFR Part 15 B
Safety CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60950-1
Canada EMCICES 003
Safety CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60950-1
USA/Canada
Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus –
Safety
Requirements CAN/CSA-C22.2
No. 60065 and UL 60065
China China Compulsory Certification
Korea Korea Certification
Nominal input voltage 100 to 240 V~
Mains frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Power consumption max. 250 W
Charging voltage 12 V
Charging current max. 10 x 1.6 A
Compatible battery packs Sennheiser ADN-W BA
Charging time with a completely discharged battery pack and
at room temperature:
approx. 100% = typ. 4 hours
Temperature range operation: +5°C to +45°C
storage: -20°C to +70°C
Relative humidity,
non-condensing
operation: 20 to 95%
storage: 10 to 90%
Dimensions (W x H x D) approx. 483 x 138 x 310 mm,
can be mounted into a 19" rack (7 U)
Weight w/o battery packs approx. 6.8 kg