Audio Distribution Network System instruction manual
Contents Contents Important safety instructions .................................................................................... 4 The Sennheiser ADN conference system .................................................................. 7 Available system components – package contents ......................................................................................................... 8 Overview of the components ...................................................................................
Contents Setting up the ADN-W C1 or ADN-W D1 wireless conference units ................... 74 Connecting external audio devices to the central unit ......................................... 75 Connecting a USB mass storage device for audio recordings to the central unit .. 75 Preparing to use the “Conference Manager” software ......................................... 76 Switching the conference system on/off .................................................................
Contents Updating the firmware of the conference system .............................................. 230 If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions ............................................ 231 Components and accessories .................................................................................. 237 Specifications ............................................................................................................ 240 Appendix .....................................................
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 1. Read this system manual. 2. Keep this system manual. Always include the system manual when passing the apparatus on to third parties. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use the apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
Important safety instructions Hazard warnings on the rear of products with mains plug The label shown on the left is attached to the rear of products with mains plug (ADN CU1 central unit, ADN PS power supplies, ADN-W L10 chargers and ADN-W CASE UNITS).
Important safety instructions Safety instructions for the Lithium-Ion battery pack If abused or misused, the ADN-W BA battery pack may leak. In extreme cases, it may even present: • a heat hazard, • a fire hazard, • an explosion hazard, • a smoke or gas hazard. Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse. Keep away from children. Do not pack charged battery packs loose. Observe correct polarity. Do not short-circuit.
The Sennheiser ADN conference system The Sennheiser ADN conference system Sennheiser ADN stands for Sennheiser Audio Distribution Network – the new generation of digital conference equipment. The ADN conference system has been designed for maximum versatility and can be easily adapted to many different requirements.
Available system components – package contents Available system components – package contents ADN wired standard components ADN CU1 central unit 1 1 1 1 1 ADN CU1 central unit mains cable (with EU, UK or US mains plug, depending on version), length 1.
Available system components – package contents NT 12-50C power supply ADN-W L 10 charger for charging up to 10 ADN-W BA battery packs Power supply for charging one ADN-W BA or for optionally powering the ADN-W AM antenna module 1 NT 12-50C power supply 1 mains cable (with EU, UK or US mains plug, depending on version), length 2.5 m 1 instruction manual 1 1 1 1 ADN-W L 10 charger mains cable (with EU, UK or US mains plug, depending on version), length 1.
Overview of the components Overview of the components Components required for setting up a wired conference system: • 1 ADN CU1 central unit • ADN D1 delegate units (a maximum of 400 delegate units can be used in a conference system) • ADN C1 chairperson units (optional, for granting speaking privileges, a maximum of 10 chairperson units can be used in a conference system) • SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables (available in different lengths) • ADN PS power supplies (optional, for conferences with up to 4
Overview of the components Components required for setting up a wireless conference system: • 1 ADN CU1 central unit • at least 1 ADN-W AM antenna module for operating the wireless conference units • ADN-W D1 wireless delegate units (a maximum of 150 delegate units can be used in a conference system) • ADN-W C1 wireless chairperson units (optional, for granting speaking privileges, a maximum of 10 chairperson units can be used in a conference system) • “Conference Manager” software for configuring
Overview of the components ADN D1 delegate unit 1 2 : A B 9 8 7 6 1 Sound inlet basket with glued windshield 2 Signal light ring 3 Headphone socket 6 Headphone volume control for headphone socket 7 Microphone key 8 Microphone LED 9 Loudspeaker 12 | ADN Digital Conference System 3 < IN socket A OUT socket B Type plate (see bottom)
Overview of the components ADN C1 chairperson unit 1 2 : A B 9 8 7 6 3 5 4 1 Sound inlet basket with glued windshield 2 Signal light ring 3 Headphone socket 4 Priority key < IN socket A OUT socket B Type plate (see bottom) 5 Next key 6 Headphone volume control for headphone socket 7 Microphone key 8 Microphone LED 9 Loudspeaker ADN Digital Conference System | 13
Overview of the components ADN-W D1 wireless delegate unit 1 2 1 1 2 2 ADN-W ADN-W ADN-W ADN-W 9 0 -5 MIC 36 -2 MIC 36 0 -5 MIC 15 9 -3 MIC 15 1 C 2 D D < < < < A A A A E B 9 8 7 6 1 Sound inlet basket with glued windshield 2 Signal light ring 3 Headphone socket 6 Headphone volume control for headphone socket 7 Microphone key 8 Microphone LED 9 Loudspeaker < Fastening thread A Sliding contacts B Microphone connection 14 | ADN Digital Conference System 3 C Guide rails for ADN
Overview of the components ADN-W C1 wireless chairperson unit 1 2 1 1 2 2 ADN-W ADN-W ADN-W ADN-W -5 MIC 36 0 9 0 -2 MIC 36 -5 MIC 15 9 -3 MIC 15 1 C 2 D D < < A A 9 < < A A E B 8 7 6 5 3 4 1 Sound inlet basket with glued windshield 2 Signal light ring 3 Headphone socket 4 Priority key C Guide rails for ADN-W BA battery pack D Connection for ADN-W BA battery pack E Type plate 5 Next key 6 Headphone volume control for headphone socket 7 Microphone key 8 Microphone LED 9 Loud
Overview of the components ADN-W BA Lithium-Ion battery pack 3 4 2 1 5 6 7 8 9 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack 7 ADN-W BA Art.No.: 504744 Ser.-No.: Rated Voltage/Capacity/Energy: 7.4V/7.8Ah/57.72Wh Charge Voltage/Current: 12V/2.
Overview of the components ADN-W MIC 15/ADN-W MIC 36 gooseneck microphones for wireless conference units ADN-W MIC 15-39 = 39 cm 1 2 ADN-W MIC 15-50 = 50 cm 1 3 4 2 ADN-W MIC 36-29 = 29 cm ADN-W MIC 36-50 = 50 cm 1 1 2 3 4 2 1 Sound inlet basket with glued windshield 2 Signal light ring 3 Fastening thread 4 Sliding contacts for connection to the console of a wireless conference unit ADN Digital Conference System | 17
Overview of the components ADN-W AM antenna module 6 1 7 6 7 6 7 2 95 mm : : 8 9 8 : 3 4 : 5 1 1 Hole for safety wire 2 Cable grip 7 Antenna coupling ring 8 Mounting holes for wall mounting 3 Output socket 4 Input socket 9 5/8" mounting thread with 3/8" thread insert > Rubber feet 5 Hollow jack socket for connection of A Type plate optional NT 12-50C power supply 6 Antennas 18 | ADN Digital Conference System A
Overview of the components NT 12-50C power supply The power supply can charge one ADN-W BA battery pack or can optionally power the ADN-W AM antenna module.
Overview of the components ADN CU1 central unit 1 2 3 4 5 ADN CU1 ESC IN –– AUDIO –– OUT 6 7 PORT II PORT I 2x 52.8V 1.
Overview of the components Overview of the ADN CU1 display panel After switch-on, the central unit’s display panel shows progress bars (for the booting routine “Booting...” and the self test “Self-Test...
Overview of the components “Conference Manager” software The “Conference Manager” software allows you to configure and control the entire conference from a Windows PC or directly from the ADN CU1 central unit. Information on the software can be found in the chapter “Using the “Conference Manager” software” on page 125.
Overview of the components ADN PS power supply 1 2 3 4 5 1 ADN PS PORT II PORT I DATA PS CU/PS 1 2 1 2 100 - 240V 50/60Hz 385W PORT I & PORT II: max. 5.
Overview of the components SDC CBL RJ-45 system cables The system cables transmit the digital audio and status information and supply power to the conference units and to the antenna module. Do not use unshielded Cat5 cable (26 AWG)! P Q S P R P Shielded RJ 45 modular plug, Cat5(e) Q Gray cable booth with clip protector R Round STP cable, cat 5(e), 24AWG, black S Black cable booth with clip protector ADN-W L 10 charger 6 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 6 8 9 < 6 ADN-W L 10 Art.-No.: 504749 Ser.-No.
Overview of the components Overview of the status display of the ADN-W L 10 and ADN-W CASE UNITS The status display for charging process 4 consists of 10 LEDs. The button 2 allows you to switch between two charge status indications to view the obtained capacity: 1. Overall monitoring 2. Individual compartment monitoring (charging compartments 1 to 10 can be selected one after the other) Overall monitoring Each LED is assigned to a charging compartment.
Overview of the components ADN-W CASE transport and charging case 1 2 3 4 3 ADN-W CASE UNITS charging case 1 ADN-W CASE BASE case lid with charging compartments for 2 ADN-W CASE CENTRAL transport case 10 wireless conference units for central unit, antenna module, ADNW L 10 charger, power supplies, mains 4 ADN-W CASE BASE case bottom cables and other accessories with wheels 1 The modules can be used separately or be combined arbitrarily (see page 227).
Overview of the components ADN-W CASE UNITS charging case 9 A 1 5 9 A A 9 2 3 < 4 5 ADN-W CASE UNITS 6 Art.-No.: 504956 Ser.-No.: XXXXXXXXXX ~100-240V, 50/60Hz Max.
Structuring and controlling the conference system Structuring and controlling the conference system The ADN conference system is suitable for conferences with up to 400 conference units (of which up to 150 can be wireless). ADN C1 and ADN D1 wired conference units and ADN-W C1 and ADN-W D1 wireless conference units can be combined arbitrarily as long as you ensure correct set-up and cabling and comply with the specifications (see “Setting up the conference system” on page 56).
Structuring and controlling the conference system Setting up a wired conference system Basic requirements for a conference system comprising wired conference units For safe operation of the conference system, make sure that all wired 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 or power supply and the first conference unit is 50 m max.
Structuring and controlling the conference system Large conference system with simple cabling For setting up a large conference system with the maximum number of conference units (i.e. up to 400), you require one ADN CU1 central unit for controlling the conference and additional ADN PS power supplies for powering the conference units. The conference units are interconnected in cable strings and up to four cable strings can be connected to each ADN PS power supply (see page 58).
Structuring and controlling the conference system Large conference system with redundant ring topology The redundant ring topology ensures that, should one conference unit or system cable fail or be manipulated, all other conference units of the cable ring will continue to function reliably. For setting up a large conference system with redundant ring topology, you require one ADN CU1 central unit for controlling the conference and additional ADN PS power supplies for powering the conference units.
Structuring and controlling the conference system Setting up a wireless conference system Basic requirements for a conference system comprising wireless conference units The ADN-W C1 and ADN-W D1 wireless conference units connect wirelessly to the ADN-W AM antenna module, which is connected to the ADN CU1 central unit via a system cable. The ADN-W AM antenna module can manage up to 75 wireless conference units.
Structuring and controlling the conference system Combining wired and wireless conference units (hybrid operation) ADN C1 and ADN D1 wired conference units and ADN-W C1 and ADN-W D1 wireless conference units can be combined arbitrarily (hybrid operation) as long as you ensure correct set-up and cabling and comply with the specifications (see page 56). ADN CU1 ADN CU1 ESC ADN-W AM ADN PS ADN PS ADN PS (max. 15) ADN D1/ ADN C1 ADN D1/ ADN C1 ADN-W D1/ ADN-W C1 max. 150 ADN-W D1/ADN-W C1 max.
Structuring and controlling the conference system 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. However, the full functionality of a wireless conference system can only be configured using the “Conference Manager” software.
Using the ADN Cable Calculator software Using the ADN Cable Calculator software The “ADN Cable Calculator” software allows you to calculate the voltage supply on the individual sections of a cable string or cable ring. If you want to use wireless conference units in your conference system, you also have to calculate the voltage needed to power the ADN-W AM antenna module in order to ensure that all components are supplied with sufficient voltage.
Using the ADN Cable Calculator software 왘 Click the “Next” button. A selection window for specifying the installation location appears: 왘 Use the default or select an installation path. 왘 Click the “Next” button. A summary of the selected installation settings is displayed: 왘 Confirm this summary by clicking the “Next” button. The installation is performed and a confirmation appears: 왘 Click the “Close” button. The software has been successfully installed.
Using the ADN Cable Calculator software Using the ADN Cable Calculator To use the “ADN Cable Calculator” software and to calculate the cable lengths and number of conference units: 왘 Start the “ADN Cable Calculator” software from the Start menu or the shortcut on your desktop. For further information and for how to calculate the voltage drops on the individual sections of a cable string, refer to the help of the “ADN Cable Calculator” software. 왘 In the menu bar, click “Help” > “Help ...
Putting the conference system into operation Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the ADN CU1 central unit for operation 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: 왘 Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked. 왘 Place the central unit on a flat surface as shown.
Putting the conference system into operation Fastening the optional rack mount “ears” 왘 Unscrew and remove the 2 torx screws (T25) on each side of the central unit (see left-hand diagram). 왘 Secure the optional ADN RMB-2 rack mount “ears” U (see “Components and accessories” on page 237) the sides of the central unit using the previously removed torx screws (see right-hand diagram). U U 왘 Slide the central unit with the mounted rack mount “ears” into the 19" rack and support the weight with e.g.
Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the ADN PS power supply for operation If you want to place the ADN PS power supply on a flat surface: CAUTION Danger of material damage and personal injury due to stacked power supplies! When stacking several ADN PS power supplies on top of each other, • the stack may topple over, • the temperature of the individual ADN PS power supplies may drastically increase, • high mechanical loading may be exerted on e.g.
Putting the conference system into operation If you want to mount the ADN PS power supply into a 19" rack: CAUTION Danger of material damage and personal injury when rack mounting the power supply! When installing the product in a closed or multi-rack assembly, please consider that, during operation, • the ambient temperature within the rack may drastically increase, • high mechanical loading may be exerted on e.g.
Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the ADN-W AM antenna module for operation The antenna module is powered from the ADN CU1 central unit or the ADN PS power supply via the SBC CBL RJ45 system cable.
Putting the conference system into operation Connecting the ADN-W AM antenna module to the mains power supply Using the “ADN Cable Calculator” software, calculate if you require an additional power supply for the antenna module (see page 35). If the power supplied to the antenna module via the SBC CBL RJ45 system cable is not sufficient, you have to power the antenna module using the optional NT 12-50C power supply.
Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the ADN C1/ADN D1 wired conference units for operation The conference units are ready for operation upon delivery. The conference system automatically recognizes if the connected conference units are chairperson units (ADN C1) or delegate units (ADN D1) and initializes them automatically. To ensure full operational reliability in a redundant ring topology, the hardware of the ADN C1 and ADN D1 has been revised.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Hold the conference units with one hand so that the microphone does not rest on the table. B IN OUT 왘 Insert the cable holder B as shown. At this point, the cable holder B is not yet fixed with screws. You first have to connect the conference units as described in the chapter “Setting up the conference system” on page 56.
Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the ADN-W C1/D1 wireless conference units for operation To operate the wireless conference unit, you have to connect a gooseneck microphone (ADN-W MIC 15 or ADN-W MIC 36; available in different lengths) to the console of the conference unit. The ADN-W BA battery pack supplies power to the wireless conference unit.
Putting the conference system into operation Inserting/removing the battery pack To insert the ADN-W BA battery pack into the wireless conference unit: 왘 Check the battery pack before using it in order to ensure sufficient battery capacity and to exclude a defective battery pack (see page 51). 왘 Charge the battery pack if necessary (see page 51). 왘 Slide the battery pack into the battery guide rails C of the wireless conference unit.
Putting the conference system into operation Preparing the ADN-W L 10 charger for operation The ADN-W L 10 charger allows you to simultaneously charge up to 10 ADN-W BA Lithium-Ion battery packs. You can set up the charger on a flat surface or mount it into a 19" rack (7 U, approx. 310 mm). Setting up the charger or mounting it into a rack 왘 Only operate the charger within the specified operating temperature range and air humidity range (see page 246) and make sure that no air vents 7 are blocked.
Putting the conference system into operation Connecting the charger to and disconnecting it from the mains power supply CAUTION Product damage due to an unsuitable power supply! If you connect the charger to an unsuitable power supply, this can cause damage to the device. 왘 Use a mains cable with a 3-pin IEC mains connector to ensure a reliable mains ground connection of the charger – especially when you are using an extension cable or a multi-outlet power strip. 왘 Avoid circuit overloading.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 If necessary, lock the casters 3 of the ADN-W CASE BASE case bottom in place by pushing the locking lever downwards (see page 227). 5 Unlock 5 Lock 3 Connecting the charging case to and disconnecting it from the mains power supply CAUTION Product damage due to an unsuitable power supply! If you connect the charging case to an unsuitable power supply, this can cause damage to the device.
Putting the conference system into operation Charging the ADN-W BA battery pack The ADN-W BA battery pack can be charged: • while it is inserted in the wireless conference unit using the NT 12-50C power supply – even during operation • separately using the NT 12-50C power supply, • separately in the ADN-W L 10 charger, • while it is inserted in the wireless conference unit using the ADN-W CASE UNITS charging case For optimum performance, durability and maintenance of the ADN-W BA battery pack, plea
Putting the conference system into operation During operation, the battery status indicator 1 additionally indicates when the battery pack is almost flat.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Insert the battery pack into any charging compartment 1 until it locks into place. 1 The battery pack is being charged (see “Behavior of the ADN-W BA battery pack during charging” on page 55). The status display 4 indicates the charging process (see “The status display of the ADN-W L 10/ADN-W CASE UNITS charger during charging” on page 54).
Putting the conference system into operation Switching off the ADN-W L 10/ADN-W CASE UNITS charger To switch off the ADN-W L 10/ADN-W CASE UNITS charger after use: 왘 Set the on/off switch of the charger to position “0”. The charger switches off. The operation indicator goes off. To disconnect the ADN-W L 10/ADN-W CASE UNITS charger from the mains power supply: 왘 Pull out the mains plug from the wall socket.
Putting the conference system into operation Behavior of the ADN-W BA battery pack during charging When charging the battery pack using the NT 12-50C power supply or the ADN-W L10 or ADN-W CASE UNITS chargers, the battery pack and the corresponding charger will get warm.
Putting the conference system into operation Setting up the conference system CAUTION Product damage due to an unsuitable power supply! If you connect standard network devices with RJ45 plugs (e.g. switches or network cards) to the connection sockets PORT I , PORT II, DATA PS and / , the network devices can be damaged due to an unsuitable power supply.
Putting the conference system into operation Setting up a small wired conference system with only the central unit For a small wired conference system, you do not require ADN PS power supplies. Connecting conference units connected in a cable string to the ADN CU1 central unit The following describes how to connect one cable string to the ADN CU1 central unit. If necessary, repeat these steps for a second cable string.
Putting the conference system into operation Setting up a large wired conference system with ADN PS power supplies connected to the ADN CU1 central unit For conference systems comprising more than 40 conference units or when the conference units are connected in a redundant ring topology, you require ADN PS power supplies. A maximum of 15 ADN PS power supplies can be used in a conference system.
Putting the conference system into operation ADN PS PORT II PORT I DATA CU/PS 1 2 1 ADN D1/ADN C1 PS 2 100 - 240V 50/60Hz 385W PORT I & PORT II: max. 5.25A sum < 6789 PORT I 1 2 PORT II 1 2 IN OUT A IN OUT IN OUT ADN PS ADN CU1 ADN PS PORT I OUT ...20 IN OUT OUT ...20 1 1 IN PORT I OUT IN 1 2 IN PORT II OUT ...20 OUT IN 1 1 IN PORT II 2 OUT ... 20 OUT IN 1 IN PORT I OUT ...20 IN OUT OUT ...20 1 PORT I OUT IN 1 IN 1 IN 2 PORT II OUT ...
Putting the conference system into operation Setting up a large conference system comprising ADN PS power supplies and conference units connected in redundant ring topology In large conference systems with up to 400 conference units, the redundant ring topology ensures that, should one conference unit or system cable fail or be manipulated, all other conference units of the cable ring will continue to function reliably.
Putting the conference system into operation ADN PS PORT I PORT II DATA CU/PS 1 2 1 ADN D1/ADN C1 PS 2 100 - 240V 50/60Hz 385W PORT I & PORT II: max. 5.25A sum < 6789 PORT I 1 2 PORT II 1 2 IN OUT IN OUT 1 PORT I PORT II PORT I PORT II 1 1 1 1 2 IN OUT OUT IN OUT ADN PS ADN PS ADN CU1 A ... 20 IN 1 2 IN OUT 1 OUT ... 20 IN 2 IN OUT OUT ... 20 IN 1 2 IN OUT OUT ... 20 IN Please note that there is a limited number of approx.
Putting the conference system into operation Cabling errors If the cabling is wrong, the system may perhaps function, but operational reliability is compromised and monitoring cannot be carried out reliably. Therefore, avoid the following severe cabling errors: Audio Distribution Network Processing ... N IN socket and OUT socket on one conference unit have been accidentally swapped L The IN socket and the OUT socket on one conference unit in the cable string have been accidentally swapped.
Putting the conference system into operation DATA socket of an ADN PS power supply connected to a PORT I/II socket of an ADN PS power supply The DATA PS output socket of an ADN PS power supply must not be connected to a PORT socket. ADN PS The error message “Error 60004 PS unit at PS conference port” appears on the display panel of the ADN CU1 central unit. The display panel lights up red.
Putting the conference system into operation Ring topology connected to different PORT sockets of an ADN PS power supply A ring topology cannot be connected to different PORT sockets of an ADN PS power supply. ADN PS The error message “Error 60005 Ring cabling between port I+II” appears on the display panel of the ADN CU1 central unit. The display panel lights up red. PORT I On the ADN PS power supply, the respective status LED for the PORT I and PORT II outputs in question flashes orange.
Putting the conference system into operation Ring topology connected to the wrong outputs of a PORT socket The ring topology is connected to the wrong outputs of the PORT socket. The conference units connected in the cable ring do not function and are not displayed in the “Units” menu item of the ADN CU1 central unit’s “System Menu”. The “Topology” menu item of the “System Menu” nevertheless displays “ring topology” for the PORT in question.
Putting the conference system into operation Connecting the ADN-W AM antenna module to the ADN CU1 central unit For operating the wireless conference units, you require at least one ADN-W AM antenna module. 왘 Use a system cable (supplied with the ADN-W AM; the maximum cable length allowed is 50 m) to connect the PORT II socket 8 or PORT I socket 9 of the 4 of the ADN-W AM antenna ADN CU1 central unit to the input socket module.
Putting the conference system into operation To optionally combine the antenna module with wired conference units (hybrid operation), connect the antenna module just like a wired conference unit: 3 of the ADN-W AM 왘 Use a system cable to connect the output socket antenna module to the IN socket < of an ADN D1/ADN C1 wired conference unit. Or: 왘 Use a system cable to connect the OUT socket A of an ADN D1/ADN C1 wired of the ADN-W AM antenna module.
Putting the conference system into operation ADN-W AM antenna module connected to the DATA socket of the ADN PS power supply No antenna module must be connected to the DATA PS output socket of an ADN PS power supply. ADN PS The error message “Error 60010 AM at PS cascading port” appears on the display panel of the ADN CU1 central unit. The display panel lights up red. DATA CU/PS PS To eliminate the error: 왘 Set up the conference system correctly (see page 66).
Putting the conference system into operation Setting up and positioning the antenna module CAUTION Danger of injury and material damage! If improperly installed or insufficiently fixed, the antenna module can fall from the wall, ceiling or stand or tip over and can cause injury or material damage. 왘 Protect the antenna module against tipping or dropping by means of a safety wire which is attached to a separate hook.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Set up the devices so that there is a “free line of sight” between the wireless conference units and the antenna module. 왘 Place the antenna module as centrally as possible and above the wireless conference units. 왘 Orient the 3 antennas of the antenna module so that they are parallel to each other and are directed at a 90° angle towards the wireless conference units. 90° Ceiling mounting is recommended for rooms with a ceiling height of up to approx.
Putting the conference system into operation Wall mounting is recommended for rooms with a ceiling height of more than 10 m because the wireless conference units have an omni-directional radiation pattern (approx. 30 m): 왘 Mount the antenna module to the wall at a height of max. 10 m from the floor. To do so, use the optional GZG 1029 swivel joint and GZP 10 mounting plate (see “Mounting the antenna module to the ceiling” on page 72).
Putting the conference system into operation To protect the antenna module from accidental dropping: 왘 Guide a safety wire through the hole for safety wire 1 and attach the safety wire e.g. to a separate hook. 8 M4 x 25 1 1 95mm Mounting the antenna module to the ceiling 왘 For ceiling mounting, use the optional GZG 1029 swivel joint and GZP 10 mounting plate. To protect the antenna module from accidental dropping: 왘 Guide a safety wire through the hole for safety wire 1 and attach the safety wire e.
Putting the conference system into operation 왘 Screw the antenna module to the stand using the mounting thread 9 . 9 5 " 8 5 " 8 3 " 8 Placing the antenna module on a flat surface 왘 Place the antenna module on a flat surface. Orienting the antennas 왘 Orient the 3 antennas so that they are parallel to each other and are directed at a 90° angle towards the wireless conference units (see page 69).
Putting the conference system into operation Setting up the ADN-W C1 or ADN-W D1 wireless conference units CAUTION Danger of intermodulation! If you set up the ADN-W C1 or ADN-W D1 wireless conference units and the ADN-W AM antenna module too close to one another, intermodulation can occur. 왘 Observe a minimum distance: – of 1 m between the wireless conference units and the antenna module and – of 0.5 m between the wireless conference units. ADN CU1 ADN-W AM ADN CU1 ESC ... 75 max. 50 m >1m > 0.
Putting the conference system into operation Connecting external audio devices to the central unit You can use different settings for processing the audio signals of the IN audio input and the OUT audio output in order to avoid, for example, delayed or double audio signals in videoconferencing or teleconferencing systems (see page 100 or page 201). To output the floor channel via an external audio device: 왘 Use an XLR cable to connect the OUT audio output 7 of the central unit to an external audio device.
Putting the conference system into operation Preparing to use the “Conference Manager” software Running the software installed on the central unit To use the “Conference Manager” software installed on the central unit, you require the following devices: Device Requirements Screen Connection: 15-pin Sub-D VGA Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels or higher 1024 x 768 or 1280 x 1024 pixels recommended Mouse Standard USB for Windows PCs Keyboard Standard USB for Windows PCs Supported language layouts: e.g.
Putting the conference system into operation Switching the conference system on/off The ADN PS power supplies and the ADN-W AM antenna module can only be switched on when the central unit ADN CU1 and the previous ADN PS connected in series are also switched on. ADN PS ADN PS ON ADN CU1 ON ADN CU1 ESC ADN-W AM ON ON You can set up your conference system so that you can increase or reduce the number of wired conference units used by simply switching individual ADN PS on or off.
Putting the conference system into operation Switching on a conference system comprising an antenna module for wireless operation Switching on the central unit and the antenna module 왘 Set the on/off switch 1 of the ADN CU1 central unit to position “I”. The central unit switches on and its display panel lights up. The connected ADN-W AM antenna module is also switched on.
Putting the conference system into operation To switch off the ADN-W AM antenna module: 4 of the antenna 왘 Disconnect the system cable from the input socket module. The antenna module is switched off. All previously connected wireless conference units try to reconnect to the antenna module and automatically switch off after 5 minutes if no switched-on antenna module can be found.
Putting the conference system into operation Using the media control system To integrate the conference system into a media control system, make sure that the following requirements are met: • The media control system is capable of sending and receiving ASCII control commands. • The conference system and the media control system are interconnected via an Ethernet network. • The network communication is not blocked (for example by a firewall).
Configuring the wireless components Configuring the wireless components CAUTION Risk of violation of legal requirements! If you are using radio frequencies and transmission powers that cannot be used license-free in your country, there is a risk of violation of legal requirements. 왘 Use only radio frequencies and transmission powers that are approved and legal in your country. 왘 Under “Country”, select the correct country/region in which the conference system is to be used (see page 95 or page 160).
Configuring the wireless components Checking the RF signal quality 2 ADN-W BA 8 During operation, you can check the RF signal quality of a wireless conference unit via the RF status indicator of the respective conference unit or via the “Conference Manager” software (see also “Reducing transmission interference” on page 82).
Using the central unit Using the central unit Deactivating the lock mode of the central unit If the lock mode is activated (see page 114), you have to deactivate it in order to be able to operate the central unit: 왘 Press the jog dial or any other key. “Lock” appears on the display panel. 왘 Turn the jog dial. The “Off” setting is selected. 왘 Press the jog dial. The lock mode is deactivated.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Configuring the conference system via the central unit Overview of the operating menu “Conference Menu” submenu “XLR Out” submenu 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 XLR Out Status XLR Out Volume XLR Out Equalizer “XLR In” submenu XLR In Status XLR In Sensitivity XLR In Equalizer Main Menu “Floor / Lou
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display Function of the menu item Option/display page “Conference Menu” Calls up the “Conference Menu” submenu – 90 “Audio Menu” Calls up the “Audio Menu” submenu – 97 “Wireless Menu” Calls up the “Wireless Menu” submenu – 95 “System Menu” Calls up the “System Menu” submenu – 102 “*Languages” Adjusts the language “German”, “English”, “Espanol”, ...
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display Function of the menu item Option/display page “Conference Recording” Calls up the “Conference Recording” submenu – 101 “XLR Out Status” Activates/deactivates the OUT audio output “On”/“Off” 97 “XLR Out Volume” Adjusts the volume of the XLR output “XLR Out” menu XLR Out Volume + 6 dB + 6 dB No “01” ... “32” “XLR Out Equalizer” Adjusts the tone color of the XLR output XLR Out Equalizer +02 dB –03 dB +05 dB No “12 dB” ...
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display Function of the menu item Option/display page “Conference Recording” menu “Record” Starts/stops the audio recording of the conference “On”/“Off” channels on a USB mass storage device “Recording Status” Provides information on the status of the audio recording and on the available memory space on the USB mass storage device 101 Recording Status Status : Off Free Space : 200 GB No “Wireless Menu” “Country” Country/area settings for rad
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display Function of the menu item Option/display page “Versions” menu “Hardware Version Info” Displays the hardware version 111 Hardware Version Info ADN D1/C1: 1 CU1 SB: 1 ADN PS: 1 No “Software Version Info” Displays the software version 112 Software Version Info ADN D1/C1: 0.1.1.5 CU1 SB: 1.0.0.0 CU1 Main: 1.0.0.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Calling up a menu item Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu System Menu Conference Menu Conference Mode Microphone Limit Request Limit Microphone Limit Conf. Mode Microphones No. Request 05 Select and call up the “Conference Menu” submenu 05 05 Select and call up the “Microphone Limit” menu item The “Microphone Limit” menu item is displayed 왘 Press the jog dial to call up the “Conference Menu” menu item. The “Conference Menu” submenu appears.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting the conference settings – “Conference Menu” The settings available in the “Conference Menu” 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” menu item during a running conference, the conference will be interrupted.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit • “Request” mode: For this mode to function, a chairperson unit is required or the conference system must be controlled via the “Conference Manager” software. In “Request” mode, the chairperson 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.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Activating/deactivating the speaking time limit – “Talk Time Status” Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu System Menu Talk Time Status On Off Conference Menu Microphone Limit Request Limit Talk Time Status On Select and call up the “Conference Menu” submenu Select and call up the “Talk Time Status” menu item On Select the desired setting; store the setting Possible settings: “On” and “Off” This menu item allows you to activate/deactivate the spe
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Determining the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded – “Reaction on Talktime Exceed” Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu System Menu Conference Mode Talk Time Limit Premonition Time Limit Reaction on Talktime Exceed Continue Select and call up the “Conference Menu” submenu Select and call up the “Reaction on Talktime Exceed” menu item Reaction on Talktime Exceed Continue Cancel Continue Select the desired setting; store the sett
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Re-initializing the conference units – “Re-Init” If you connect ADN C1 or ADN-W C1 chairperson units to the conference system during a running conference, you have to re-initialize them. When conference units are re-initialized, the conference will be interrupted. An audio recording on a USB mass storage device will not be stopped.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting the radio settings – “Wireless Menu“ The operating menu allows you to configure the basic functions of a wireless conference system. However, in order to be able to configure and use the full functionality of a wireless conference system and to monitor a wireless conference system, you have to use the “Conference Manager“ software (see page 160).
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting the channel selection mode – “Channel Selection” Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu Wireless Menu Channel Selection Automatic Manual Wireless Menu Country Channel Selection Access Mode Automatic Select and call up the “Wireless Menu” submenu Select and call up the “Channel Selection” menu item Automatic Select the desired setting; store the setting Possible settings: “Automatic” and “Manual” Setting Frequencies used by the wireless
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting the audio settings – “Audio Menu” The “Audio Menu” submenu allows you to adjust settings that affect the audio signals of the conference system.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting settings for the floor channel – “Floor/Loudspeakers” Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu System Menu Floor/Loudspeakers Floor/Loudspeaker Volume Floor/Loudspeaker Equalizer Audio Menu XLR Out XLR In Floor/Loudspeakers No Select and call up the “Audio Menu” submenu Select and call up the «Floor/Loudspeakers” menu item No Select and call up different menu items Equalizer Floor/Loudspeaker Volume Conf.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit 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. 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.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Possible settings: • “Off”: The function is deactivated. • “Low Intensity“: The volume can be slightly increased (approx. +2 to +3 dB); feedback is reduced. • “High Intensity“: The volume can be strongly increased (approx. +5 to +6 dB); feedback is reduced. Via the “Feedback Suppression” submenu, you can change the volume adjustment of the floor channel (“Floor/Loudspeakers”) or the OUT audio output (“XLR Out”).
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Activating/deactivating the recording of the conference on a USB mass storage device and viewing the status of the recording – “Conference Recording“ The “Conference Recording” submenu allows you to make settings concerning the audio recording of the conference on a connected USB mass storage device (see page 122).
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Checking the system and detecting errors – “System Menu” The “System” submenu provides information on the current status of your conference system and any errors that have occurred. After switch-on, the central unit automatically performs a self-test. If errors are detected during the self-test, the error icons K to N indicate the type of error encountered.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit 왘 After error elimination, perform a manual self-test by selecting “Yes” in the “Start Self-Test” menu item: Start Self-Test Yes No Start Self-Test Diagnostics Temperature Bus Statistics Start Self-Test Main Menu System Menu Diagnostics No Select and call up the “Diagnostics” submenu Select and call up the “Start Self-Test” menu item No Select the desired setting; apply the setting The central unit now checks if the reported error still occurs.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display Direct Access 30 D1/C1 Only the structural change icon K is displayed. 20 K Error Remedy 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 (restart of the conference units) • switch-off of one or several conference units due to undervoltage • disconnection e.g.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display The warning triangle N and the short-circuit icon M are displayed. The “D1/C1” display 20 displays no conference units (“--”). The display panel lights up red. The PORT status LED of the N M affected ADN PS power supply flashes orange. The corresponding connection socket PORT on the ADN CU1 central unit or on the ADN PS power supply is deactivated. Error and remedy Short-circuit caused by: Direct Access – – D1/C1 • metal parts (e.g.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Displaying the type and number of the connected conference units – “Units“ Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu System Menu System Menu Units Topology Diagnostics Units System CU PS01 : 216 D1 : 00 D1 : 29 D1 No Select and call up the “System Menu” submenu Select and call up the “Units” menu item 06 C1 04 C1 01 C1 No View the information; exit the menu item The “Units” menu item displays the number of all delegate units (“D1”) and chairperson
Configuring the conference system via the central unit System analysis – “Diagnostics” submenu Main Menu Conference Menu Audio Menu System Menu Diagnostics System Load Temperature Bus Statistics System Menu Topology Diagnostics Versions No Select and call up the “System Menu” submenu Select and call up the “Diagnostics” submenu No The “Diagnostics” submenu appears The “Diagnostics” menu item provides information on the status of the current and voltage supply and the power, on the status of data tra
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Display V -- Meaning and causes The PORT socket is deactivated due to e.g. • no conference units connected/faulty antenna module • a short-circuit P The power of the ADN CU1 central unit or ADN PS power supply is not sufficient because too many conference units are connected. P -- Information on the power output of the ADN CU1 central unit or ADN PS power supply is not yet available.
Configuring the conference system via the central unit To prevent an increase in temperature: 왘 Make sure that the air vents of the ADN CU1 central unit and the ADN PS power supplies are not covered or blocked (see page 38 and page 40). 왘 If necessary, clean the air vents (see page 225).
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Performing a manual self-test – “Start Self-Test” Main Menu System Menu Diagnostics Start Self-Test Yes No Start Self-Test Diagnostics Temperature Bus Statistics Start Self-Test No Select and call up the “Diagnostics” submenu Select and call up the “Start Self-Test” menu item No Select the desired setting; apply the setting If the ADN CU1 central unit detects errors after switch-on or during operation: 왘 Eliminate these errors (see page 102 and
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Resetting the display of data bus errors – “Reset Error Indication” Main Menu System Menu Diagnostics Select and call up the “Diagnostics” submenu Reset Error Indication Yes No Diagnostics Start Self Test Reset Break indication Reset Error Indication Select and call up the “Reset Break Indication” menu item Select the desired setting; apply the setting Possible settings: “Yes” and “No“ This menu item allows you to manually reset the display of d
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Direct Access 30 D1/C1 20 When conference units are connected in a redundant ring topology, the system warns you if inconsistent hardware or hardware revision 1 is used (the warning triangle N is displayed, see page 103). To allow for operational reliability in a redundant ring topology: N 왘 Check, if the hardware of the conference units is varying (display: “D1/C1: Varying”).
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Adjusting the language – “*Language” Via the “*Language” menu item, you can adjust the language of the operating menu: Main Menu Audio Menu System Menu *Languages *Language English Deutsch Nederlands English Select and call up the “*Language” menu item No Select the desired setting; store the setting Possible settings: Chinese “ 中文 “, Danish “Dansk“, German “Deutsch“, English “English“, Finnish “Suomi“, French “Français“, Dutch “Nederlands“, Itali
Configuring the conference system via the central unit Setting a static subnet mask – “Subnet Mask” Network IP Mode IP Address Subnet Mask Main Menu Settings Network Subnet Mask 255 . 255 . 0 . 0 255.255.0.0 Select and call up the “Network” submenu Setting the default gateway – “Gateway“ Select and call up the “Subnet Mask” menu item Network IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Main Menu Settings Network 255.255.0.0 Select the desired setting; store the setting Gateway 192 . 168 . 1 . 1 192.168.1.
Running a conference Running a conference The character of your conference (i.e. the conditions under which the participants can take the floor or are granted speaking privileges) depends on the settings of the central unit (see page 90). Possible settings: “Direct Access” [factory default], “Override”, “Push to talk” and “Request” • “Direct Access” mode and “Override” mode: These two conference modes do not require the use of a chairperson unit.
Running a conference Operating a delegate unit The operation of the ADN D1 wired conference unit and the ADN-W D1 wireless conference unit is identical. Taking the floor/Making a request to speak Depending on the conference mode set (see page 115), you can • take the floor immediately or • make a request to speak.
Running a conference Deactivating the microphone/Canceling a request to speak To deactivate the microphone when you have finished speaking or to cancel a request to speak (“Direct Access”, “Override” or “Request” mode): 왘 Press the microphone key 7 once more. The microphone LED 8 and the signal light ring 2 go off. In “Push to talk” mode: 왘 Release the pressed microphone key 7 . The microphone LED 8 and the signal light ring 2 go off.
Running a conference Operating a chairperson unit The operation of the ADN C1 wired conference unit and the ADN-W C1 wireless conference unit is identical. Beside the chairperson functions, chairperson units offer the same functions as delegate units (see page 116). With a chairperson unit, you can take the floor at any time. If your conference system comprises several chairperson units, all chairperson units have equal rights.
Running a conference Ending a conference or withdrawing speaking privileges (cancel function) Depending on the setting adjusted in the operating menu (see page 94): • All LEDs go off and the delegate units are deactivated. A request-to-speak list, if available, is cleared. • All currently active delegate units are deactivated. All requests to speak are retained. 왘 Briefly press the priority key 4 . The conference system behaves as set.
Running a conference Setting the volume of the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers Increasing or reducing the volume of the conference units’ built-in loudspeakers Direct Access 30 D1/C1 20 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 H .
Running a conference Adding conference units to the conference system during operation You can add conference units to the conference system during operation. The number of ADN C1 or ADN-W C1 chairperson units is limited to 10 max. (see page 28). I Direct Access 310 D1/C1 When adding conference units to the conference system, the “Processing ...” bar appear on the display panel of the ADN CU1 central unit.
Running a conference Recording a conference The ADN CU1 central unit allows you to record the floor channel and the channels of all active conference units as audio files on a USB mass storage device. Recording possibilities and requirements Recorded files The audio files are recorded in WAVE PCM sound file format (mono, 32 kHz/16 bit). The floor channel is recorded throughout the entire conference so that the course of the conference can be retraced.
Running a conference Starting and monitoring audio recordings You can start and monitor the audio recording via the central unit’s operating menu or use the recording function of the “Conference Manager” software (see page 217). CAUTION Loss of an audio recording! If you disconnect the USB mass storage device from the central unit during an audio recording, the audio recording can be rendered unusable due to faulty data.
Running a conference Stopping an audio recording 왘 Call up the “Record” menu item and select “Off”. The recording is stopped. The CU1 display panel does not display the recording icon.
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 for convenient configuration (including the configuration of all functions for wireless conferencing), management and control of 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.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 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 you 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.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Preparing the Windows version of the software for use System requirements Component Requirement Processor Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP, 2 GHz or more RAM Min. 1 GB, depending on your operating system Hard disk Min.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the “Next” button. After you have accepted the license agreement, a confirmation prompt appears: 왘 Untick the “ADN System Update” check box. 왘 Make sure that the “ADN Conference Manager (local)” check box is ticked. 왘 Click the “Next” button. A summary of the selected installation settings is displayed: 왘 Confirm this summary by clicking the “Install” button.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the “Next” button. A selection window for specifying the installation location appears: 왘 Use the default or select an installation path. 왘 Click the “Next” button. A summary of the selected installation settings is displayed: 왘 Confirm this summary by clicking the “Next” button. The installation is performed and a confirmation appears: 왘 Click the “Close” button. A confirmation appears. 왘 Click the “Finish” button.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Information on the firmware update of the ADN products (“ADN System Update”) can be found in the “ADN System Software Setup” manual included on the DVD-ROM (supplied with the central unit) or at www.sennheiser.com. Uninstalling the “Conference Manager” software You can uninstall the “Conference Manager” software using the installation wizard on the DVD-ROM or using the Windows Control Panel (category “Add or Remove Programs”, entry “Sennheiser Conference Manager”).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adjusting the network settings To enable communication between the central unit and the Windows PC: 왘 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, 53252 are used for communication and port 21 is used for FTP transfer.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Double-click “Local Area Connection”. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. 왘 Click the “Properties” button. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. 왘 In the “This connection uses the following items” box, scroll to the bottom. 왘 Double-click “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.
Using the “Conference Manager” software B Static IP address The Windows PC is assigned a static IP address with a default gateway in the network. Settings to be adjusted via the central unit (see page 113): 왘 On the central unit, call up the “IP Mode” menu item. Main Menu Settings Network IP Mode 왘 Select “Static IP”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Configuring the network settings on a PC running Windows Vista 왘 Click “Start” and then select “Control Panel”. 햳 The “Control Panel” window appears. 왘 Click “View network status and tasks”. The “Network and Sharing Center” window appears. 왘 Click “Manage network connections” in the left column. The “Network Connections” window appears. 왘 Double-click “Local Area Connection”. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. 왘 Click the “Properties” button.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 In the “This connection uses the following items” box, double-click “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears. Here you can see whether the Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address A or a static IP address B in the network. Adjust your central unit as follows: A Dynamic IP address The Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address in the network.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Set the network part of the IP address to the value retrieved from your Windows PC. 왘 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”). 왘 On the central unit, call up the “Subnet mask” menu item. Main Menu Settings Network Subnet Mask 왘 Set the subnet mask (in this example “255.255.255.0”).
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the “Properties” button. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. 왘 In the “This connection uses the following items” box, double-click “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears. Here you can see whether the Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address A or a static IP address B in the network.
Using the “Conference Manager” software B Static IP address The Windows PC is assigned a static IP address with a default gateway in the network. Settings to be adjusted via the central unit (see page 113): 왘 On the central unit, call up the “IP Mode” menu item. Main Menu Settings Network IP Mode 왘 Select “Static IP”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Configuring the network settings on a PC running Windows 8 왘 Right-click the Metro Start screen. The “All Apps” button appears at the bottom of the screen. 왘 Click the “All Apps” button. An overview of all apps appears.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Under “Windows System“, click “Control Panel”. The “Control Panel” window appears. 왘 Under “Network and Internet”, click “View network status and tasks”. The “Network and Sharing Center” window appears. 왘 Click “Change adapter settings“. The “Network Connections” window appears. 왘 Double-click “Ethernet“. The “Ethernet Status” window appears.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the “Properties” button. The “Ethernet Properties” window appears. 왘 In the “This connection uses the following items” box, double-click “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”. The “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties” window appears. Here you can see whether the Windows PC is assigned a dynamic IP address A or a static IP address B in the network.
Using the “Conference Manager” software B Static IP address The Windows PC is assigned a static IP address with a default gateway in the network. Settings to be adjusted via the central unit (see page 113): 왘 On the central unit, call up the “IP Mode” menu item. Main Menu Settings Network IP Mode 왘 Select “Static IP”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Starting/exiting the software Central unit’s integrated software To start the central unit’s integrated software: 왘 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 foreground. When using the “Conference Manager” software for the first time, select the desired language (see page 152).
Using the “Conference Manager” software 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 of views that depend on the operating mode.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Menu bar a Menu Submenu Function page Creates a new configuration 155 Open Conference... Loads an existing configuration 156 Delete Conference... Deletes an existing configuration 159 Close Closes the current configuration 159 Save Saves the current configuration (locally or on the central unit) 157 Save as... Saves the current configuration under a different file name (locally or on the central unit) Connect.../Disconnect...
Using the “Conference Manager” software Buttons for selecting the views b Button Function Changes to the Room View window where you can configure and/ or control the conference system via a graphical interface. The Room View window changes depending on whether “Setup” or “Live” operating mode is set (see page 147). Changes to the Delegate View window where you can create a participant list and control the conference by means of the list.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Buttons for selecting the operating mode e Operating mode Function activated Sets the “Setup” operating mode which allows you to configure the conference system (see page 148). 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 a conference using the software (see page 149).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Selecting the “Setup” operating mode 왘 Click the “Setup” button. The software changes to “Setup” operating mode and the “Setup” button is highlighted in blue. To display the Room View: 왘 Click the Room View button . To display the Delegate View window: 왘 Click the Delegate View button 148 | ADN Digital Conference System .
Using the “Conference Manager” software Selecting the “Live” operating mode 왘 Prepare the “Live” operating mode and activate it (see page 203). To display the Room View window: 왘 Click the Room View button . To display the Delegate View window: 왘 Click the Delegate View button .
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adjusting the View windows to your needs You can adjust the Room View window and the 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.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To show and hide columns in the participant list when “Live” operating mode is activated (in “Setup” operating mode, all columns are always shown): 왘 In the menu bar, click “Edit” > “Select Delegates List Columns“. Or: 왘 Right-click the header of the participant list. A list of the columns that can be shown in “Live” operating mode appears.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 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: 왘 Press the key combination “CTRL” + “SHIFT” + “F1”. The screen resolution is reset to 800 x 600 pixels. To adjust the mouse pointer speed: 왘 In the “Mouse Speed” box, move the slider to – “Slow” to reduce the pointer speed or to – “Fast” to increase the pointer speed.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Protecting configurations with a password and changing a password 왘 In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Set Password...”. The “Set Password” window appears. To create a new password: 왘 Leave the “Old Password” field empty. To change an existing password: 왘 Enter the existing password into the “Old Password” field. 왘 Enter the new password into the “New Password” and “Confirm new Password” fields. The password can consist of up to 16 characters.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Enter the desired subnet mask address into the “Subnet mask” field. 왘 Enter the desired IP address of the default gateway into the “Default gateway” field. 왘 Click “OK”. The setting is applied. For further information on the network configuration of the conference system, refer to page 131. Loading the factory default settings 왘 In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Restore Factory Settings”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Connect...”. The “Connect to CU” window appears, showing a list of available central units. 왘 Select the desired central unit. If the desired central unit is not listed, check the network settings (see page 131) and observe the notes in the following chapter. The “Connect” button is also available in other program windows. Its function is always to connect the “Conference Manager” software to the central unit.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Loading a configuration 왘 In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Open Conference...”. The “Open” window appears. If the software is connected to a central unit (see page 154), you can load three types of configurations: Loading a configuration ... Actions ... of an active (running) conference To load your configuration in “Live“* operating mode: 왘 Select the “Open Active Conference Document from CU” option button. 왘 Click “OK”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Activating/deactivating automatic loading of a configuration To automatically load a saved configuration at startup of the conference system: 왘 In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “AutoLoad...”. The “Autoload Properties” window appears. 왘 Establish a connection to the central unit (see page 154). 왘 Select the “Enable Autoload” option button. 왘 Select the desired configuration from the drop-down list. 왘 Click “OK”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click “OK”. The file is saved on the central unit. You can click “Global Menu“ > “Save” to save a configuration that already has a file name; there is no further query. Settings made in “Live” operating mode or via the central unit’s operating menu are immediately saved to the current configuration.
Using the “Conference Manager” software By default, the configurations are saved in the “My Documents” folder (Windows XP) or in the “Documents” folder (Windows Vista, 7 or 8) under the “ADN/Conference Files” subfolder. You can click “Global Menu” > “Save” to save a configuration that already has a file name; there is no further query. Saving a configuration under a different file name To save the current configuration under a different file name: 왘 In the menu bar, click “Global Menu” > “Save as...”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Configuring the settings for wireless conferencing In order for you to be able to configure the settings for wireless conferencing, the ADN-W AM antenna module(s) must be connected to the central unit and must be ready for operation (see “Connecting the ADN-W AM antenna module to the ADN CU1 central unit” on page 66).
Using the “Conference Manager” software To adapt the conference system to the respective country-specific regulations for radio systems: CAUTION Risk of violation of legal requirements! If you are using radio frequencies and transmission powers that cannot be used license-free in your country, there is a risk of violation of legal requirements. 왘 Use only radio frequencies and transmission powers that are approved and legal in your country.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To view the RF channel used (only possible in “Live” operating mode): 왘 Click the antenna module icon in the “Wireless Settings” window. The overview of the antenna module settings is displayed. The RF channel used is highlighted in blue. Manual channel selection To manually select an RF channel (only possible in “Live” operating mode): 왘 Select “Manual” from the “Channel Selection” drop-down list. 왘 Click the antenna module icon in the “Wireless Settings” window.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Channel Color RF activity Usable blue currently set RF channel – green no RF activity on the respective RF channel yes green-yellow striped no RF activity on the yes, when respective DFS channel; there is no possible RF activity due primary user to primary user (see information box below) red slight RF activity on the respective RF channel yes gray RF channel is occupied; no information available on the RF activity no white RF channel is not availa
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the antenna module icon in the “Wireless Settings” window. The overview of the antenna module settings is displayed. 왘 Select the desired RF signal strength from the “Output Power” drop-down list: “Output Power” display Meaning “100%” - “20%” RF signal strength (in percent) – depending on the selected country-specific settings for radio systems (see page 160) “0%” All RF functions of the antenna module are switched off.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Logging in the wireless conference units to the conference system – “Access Mode“ There are different options for logging-in the wireless conference units to the conference system: • Automatic log-in to an open wireless conference system (“Access Mode Open“) All wireless conference units that are ready for operation automatically connect to the antenna module and can be used instantly.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Automatically logging in the wireless conference units (open wireless conferencing) – “Access Mode - Open“ CAUTION Intermodulation during conferencing! If several open wireless conferences are held simultaneously (“Access Mode Open”), intermodulation will occur because the conference units communicate with the antenna modules of the different conference systems.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Manually logging in the wireless conference units (closed wireless conferencing) – “Access Mode - Closed“ 왘 Select “Closed” from the “Access Mode” drop-down list. The participant list containing the wireless conference units to be used in the closed wireless conference system appears below the drop-down list.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 If necessary, click “Clear List” to clear existing entries from the participant list. 왘 Click “Start Manual Selection“. The microphone LED 8 and the signal light ring 2 of all switch-on wireless conference units within the transmission range flash red. 2 8 왘 Press the microphone key 7 of the conference units that you want to add to the participant list. The microphone LED 8 and the signal light ring 2 go off.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click “Add”. The “Conference Participant” window appears. 왘 Tick/untick the “Join” check box: Setting Enabling for use in a closed wireless conference system activated After joining the participant list, the conference unit is immediately enabled for use in a closed wireless conference system. deactivated After joining the participant list, the conference unit is not yet enabled for use in a closed wireless conference system.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Editing conference units in or removing conference units from the participant list To edit an entry in the participant list: 왘 Select one or several entries from the participant list. 왘 Click “Edit”. The “Conference Participant” window appears. 왘 Edit the entry as desired. If you have selected several entries, you can only edit settings that are applicable to all selected entries.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Deactivating manual switch-off of the wireless conference units – “Enable Wireless Unit shutdown“ To prevent accidental switch-off of the wireless conference units, you can deactivate the manual switch-off function (see page 79).
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 participant lists, you can clearly assign conference units to conference participants and then monitor and control your conference.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Example of a graphical representation of the conference room (for how to place graphic objects on the canvas, see page 174): ADN Digital Conference System | 173
Using the “Conference Manager” software Example of a participant list (for how to create a participant list, see page 184): Planning and mapping the conference room Placing objects on the canvas 왘 Click the Room View button 174 | ADN Digital Conference System .
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Select an object from the “Equipment”, “Images” or “Microphone Unit(s)” library panels. The selected object is highlighted in blue. 왘 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. 왘 Drop the object at the desired position.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Creating and positioning a freeform path 왘 In the “Equipment” library panel, select the Freeform Path tool and place it on the canvas (see page 174). The starting point of the freeform path is set. 왘 Use mouse clicks to add anchor points to the freeform path. 왘 Double-click the last anchor point of the path. The freeform path is complete. Moving graphic objects 왘 Select the desired object on the canvas.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Defining the fill color To define the fill color: 왘 Select the object. 왘 In the “Color” box, click the “Fill” button. The list of colors appears. 왘 Select a standard color. Or: 왘 Click the button. The “Select color” window appears. 왘 Select an individual color. 왘 Click “OK”. The fill color is assigned to the selected object or to all newly created objects (see above).
Using the “Conference Manager” software To define the line color: 왘 Select the object. 왘 Click the “Color” button. 왘 Select a default color. Or: 왘 Click the button. The “Select color” window appears. 왘 Select a color. 왘 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 176).
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the Room View button . To add an image file:* 왘 In the “Images” library panel, click “Import...” The “Import...” window appears. 왘 Select an image file (file extension: “jpg”, “png” or “bmp”). 왘 Click “OK”. The selected image file is added to the library. If you save the configuration on the central unit (see page 157), all image files are copied and are then also available on the central unit.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To remove image files from the “Images” library panel:* 왘 Select an image file. 왘 Click “Remove”. Automatically aligning objects 왘 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. 왘 In the “Alignment” box, click one of the following buttons: Button Objects are aligned to the ...
Using the “Conference Manager” software Undoing/redoing actions 왘 Click the Room View button . To reverse the last action you performed: 왘 Click the icon. To reverse the last “undo” action: 왘 Click the icon. You can undo and redo up to 10 actions. Copying/pasting/cutting objects To cut an object and paste it to the clipboard: 왘 Select the object that you want to cut and paste. 왘 Click the icon. The selected object is cut from the canvas and pasted to the clipboard.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Moving objects forwards/backwards All objects on the canvas are placed on top of each other. To move an object backwards: 왘 Select an object. 왘 Click the icon. The selected object is moved backwards. To move an object forwards: 왘 Select an object. 왘 Click the 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.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Changing the size of the canvas and rotating the contents of the canvas 왘 Click the Room View button . To enlarge/reduce the size of the canvas: 왘 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: 왘 Click or . The contents of the canvas are rotated by 90°.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To show/hide the grid lines: 왘 Tick/untick the “Show” check box. To adjust the grid size: 왘 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: 왘 Tick the “Snap” check box. If the “Snap” check box is ticked, objects are also aligned to the grid when the grid is invisible. To randomly place objects on the canvas: 왘 Untick the “Snap” check box.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Creating a participant list 왘 Click the Delegate View button . The Delegate View window appears (the screenshot below shows the Windows version of the software which features the additional buttons “Import...” and “Export...”). 왘 Click the “Add...” button. The “Delegate” window appears.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To assign a color to a participant: 왘 Click the “Color” button. 왘 Select a default color. Or: 왘 Click the button. The “Select color” window appears. 왘 Select a color. 왘 Click “OK”. To also assign the selected color to the text in the participant list: 왘 Tick the “Assign color to text” check box. To display the text in the participant list in black: 왘 Untick the “Assign color to text” check box.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Changing participant settings 왘 Double-click a participant name. Or: 왘 Click the “Edit...” button.* The “Delegate” window appears, displaying the corresponding participant settings. 왘 Change the settings (see page 185). 왘 Click “OK”. The window is closed. If you want to change the settings of other participants in the participant list without having to close the “Delegate” window: 왘 Click the “Previous” or “Next” button.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Sorting participant entries in groups You can sort the participant entries in your list into groups according to specific criteria: 왘 In the participant list, double-click the column header “ID”, “First Name”, “Last Name”, “Chairperson”, “Show”, “Color”, “AM“, “RF Status“, “Battery Status“ or “Serial Number“. The participant list is sorted according to the selected column, e.g.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Initializing the conference units – “Setup” operating mode In order to assign the wired and wireless conference units connected to the central unit to the conference 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.
Using the “Conference Manager” software 왘 Click the Room View button . 왘 In the “Microphone Unit(s)” library panel, click the “Scan” button. The conference unit icons are placed on the canvas and initialized. With wired conference units, the order of initialization corresponds to the physical order of connection to the central unit. With wireless conference units, the order of initialization depends on the type of conference unit and on the serial number.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To enable manually placed conference units for use: 왘 Establish a connection between the “Conference Manager” software and the central unit (see page 154). 왘 Make sure that all wired and wireless conference units are connected and ready for operation (see page 78). 왘 Assign each icon on the canvas a conference unit that is physically connected to the central unit or wirelessly connected to the antenna module (see next chapters).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Canceling or stopping the initialization of the conference units To cancel or stop the initialization: 왘 Click the “Stop Initialization” button in the “Microphone Unit(s)” library panel. 왘 The “Stop Initialization” window appears. If you want to stop the initialization and not initialize all uninitialized conference units: 왘 Click “Stop”. If you want to cancel the initialization and to reverse the changes made: 왘 Click “Cancel”.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Assigning participant names to the conference units 왘 Create a participant list (see page 185). 왘 Select a conference unit icon. The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the “Microphone Unit” box appears. 왘 Select the desired name from the “Delegate” drop-down list. The name is assigned to the conference unit and is displayed below the icon. The conference unit assigned to the name appears in the “ID” column of the Delegate View window.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Changing the orientation/visibility of the icon labeling You can change the orientation/visibility of numbers and participant names assigned to the conference unit icons: 왘 Select a conference unit icon. The selected icon is marked with a blue rectangle and the “Label Orientation” box appears. To change the orientation/visibility of the number: 왘 Select the desired orientation from the “ID” drop-down list.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adjusting the conference settings – “Setup” operating mode Setting the conference modes 왘 Click the icon on the toolbar. The “Conference Settings” window appears. Setting the conference mode 왘 Select the desired conference mode from the “Conference Mode” drop-down list.
Using the “Conference Manager” software • Situation The maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously (“Microphone Limit”) has been reached. Event A further speaker presses and holds the microphone key on his or her conference unit. Behavior Pressing and holding the microphone key causes no reaction. The speaker can only take the floor if the maximum number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously drops below the specified limit value.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Activating/deactivating the flashing of the signal light ring 2 when a request to speak is made 왘 Tick/untick the “Blink on Request” check box. Check box Behavior when a request to speak is made is ticked When a participant makes a request to speak, the microphone LED 8 flashes green and the signal light ring 2 flashes red. is unticked When a participant makes a request to speak, the microphone LED 8 flashes green.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To determine the behavior when the individual speaking time is exceeded: 2 왘 Tick/untick the “Switch off Microphone on Talktime Exceed” check box. Check box 8 Setting the display of the individual speaking time Behavior of the conference unit when the individual speaking time is exceeded is ticked The individual speaking time is terminated. The signal light ring 2 and the microphone LED 8 go off. is unticked The individual speaking time is continued.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Locking/unlocking the central unit’s operating menu To protect the central unit’s operating menu against any accidental change of settings: 왘 In the “Conference Settings” window, select the “Locked” option button behind “CU Lock Status”. 왘 Click “OK”. The central unit’s operating menu is locked and the “Conference Settings” window closes. To adjust settings via the operating menu, you have to deactivate the lock mode (see page 83).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Setting the volume and the tone color of the floor channel 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 (loud hissing noise) can occur. This can cause hearing damage. 왘 Reduce the floor channel volume (see page 200 or page 214).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adjusting the processing of the conference units’ audio signals in the floor channel The sum of the audio signals of all conference units is fed to the floor channel 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* tends to overmodulate.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Activating/deactivating the function for eliminating feedback and for increasing the volume Via the “Feedback Suppression” submenu, you can change the volume adjustment of the floor channel (“Floor/Loudspeakers”) or the OUT audio output (“XLR Out”). You can increase the maximum possible volume in two steps while the risk of feedback due to the increased volume is reduced.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Controlling and monitoring a conference – “Live” operating mode In “Live” operating mode, you can: • control a conference from the screen, • use either the Room View window or the Delegate View window for controlling the conference, • use the graphical/photographical representations of the conference room that you created in “Setup” operating mode, • – with a mouse click – grant or withdraw speaking privileges to/from individual conference units, • monitor s
Using the “Conference Manager” software To open the Room View window in “Live” operating mode: 왘 Click the Room View button . The Room View window appears: To open the Delegate View window in “Live” operating mode: 왘 Click the Delegate View button . The Delegate View window appears: Using the software for controlling a running conference If you want to use the software for controlling a running conference: 왘 Load the configuration of the running conference (see page 156).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Monitoring a conference You can monitor a conference from the screen without intervening.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Monitoring a conference using the Delegate View window e f Element e Function/Meaning Permanent list of conference units, sorted by “ID” number, the first name (“First Name“), the last name (“Last Name“), the speaking privileges status (“Queue”), the color assigned (“Color”), the serial number of the antenna module (“AM“), the RF signal quality (“RF Status“) and the battery status (“Battery Status“) or the serial number (“Serial Number“).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Overview of the conference unit icons In the Room View window, the conference unit icons display the current status of the conference units connected to the central unit. The icons of chairperson units are marked with a star . Icon Function/Meaning Conference unit icon is not assigned to a conference unit 왘 Initialize the conference unit (see page 191).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Detail Meaning AM: 100000 Serial number of the antenna module Wireless to which the wireless conference unit is conference units connected only 75% RF signal quality (approximate value) 65% Remaining battery capacity (approximate value) (22:10) Conference units Remaining operating time in hours:minutes (approximate value) To simultaneously view detailed information on all conference units, use the Delegate View window where information relating to the conf
Using the “Conference Manager” software If the battery charge of a wireless conference unit is low, the icon on the toolbar changes to and the corresponding conference unit icon in the Room View window displays the current battery status (see diagram on the left). 왘 Check if the remaining battery charge is sufficient. Attention: The displayed remaining operating time is an approximate value! 왘 If necessary, recharge the battery pack (see page 51) or replace it with a charged one.
Using the “Conference Manager” software “Battery Status” icon Meaning green The battery pack is sufficiently charged, operating time is approx. 12-20 hrs (battery charge is approx. 60-100%) yellow The battery pack runs short, operating time is less than 12 hrs (battery charge is approx. 10-60%) red The battery pack is almost flat, recharge or replace the battery pack (battery charge is <10%) gray No information provided on the battery status (e.g.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Controlling a conference Granting/withdrawing speaking privileges using the Room View window To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit (in all conference modes): 왘 Click a conference unit icon. The conference unit icon is then marked with a red circle and the conference unit is displayed in the “Delegates” box. The bar graph displays the current speaking privileges status.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Granting/withdrawing speaking privileges using the Delegate View window To grant speaking privileges to a conference unit: 왘 Click the name of the delegate to whom you want to grant speaking privileges. The bar graph displays the current speaking privileges status. The conference unit is granted speaking privileges and the signal light ring 2 and the microphone LED 8 light up red.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adding conference units to the conference system during operation You can also add conference units to the conference system during operation (see page 121). All added delegate units are ready for immediate use. If you add chairperson units, you have to re-initialize them. Note that this will interrupt the conference (see page 94 or page 191).
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adjusting settings during a running conference In “Live” operating mode, the boxes “View”, “Volume”, “Audio XLR”, “Talk Time”, “Conference” and “Recording” are shown in the lower part of the window. If you change the conference settings in Live operating mode, these settings are saved in the current configuration. Settings that customize the view of your configuration and settings that affect the user interface of the “Conference Manager” are not saved.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Adjustment increments for the floor channel volume that can be adjusted via the central unit: Value shown on the standard display Adjustment increments for the floor channel volume 0 0 1 to 8 2.5 dB 9 to 16 2.0 dB 17 to 24 1.5 dB 25 to 32 1.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Changing the maximum number of requests to speak 왘 Change the maximum number of requests to speak (see page 196). Changing the behavior of the signal light ring 2 when a request to speak is made 왘 Change the behavior of the signal light ring 2 when a request to speak is made (see page 197). Recording a conference 왘 In the “Recording” box, tick/untick the “Active” check box: – ticked : Recording is started. – unticked : Recording is stopped.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Recording a conference – “Conference Recording” In “Live” operating mode, the ADN CU1 central unit allows you to record the floor channel and the channels of all active conference units as audio files on a USB mass storage device. Information on the requirements and recording possibilities can be found in the chapter “Recording a conference” on page 122.
Using the “Conference Manager” software To view the available memory space: 왘 In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Conference Recording”. The “Conference Recording” window appears and the available memory space (“Available disk space”) is displayed. To close the “Conference Recording” window: 왘 Click “Close”. Stopping an audio recording 왘 In the menu bar, click “Settings” > “Conference Recording”. The “Conference Recording” window appears. 왘 Click “Stop”. The recording is stopped.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Using the log and diagnosis function – “Event Log” The log and diagnosis function allows you to log all changes to the conference system. During normal operation, the icon is displayed on the toolbar. As soon as a change to the system or an error is detected, the icon on the toolbar changes to . To start the “Event Log” function: 왘 Click the or icon on the toolbar. Or, if the “Processing...” window is displayed: 왘 Click the icon. The “Event Log” window appears.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Selection of possible information in the “Event Log“ The “#” characters in the following tables represent varying numeric values (e.g. “Location” [CU Main ######] stands for an ADN CU1 central unit with the serial number e.g. “[CU Main 661235]”).
Using the “Conference Manager” software “Warning“ Column “Description“ “Location“ Meaning Available USB device space below 500 MB [CU Main ######] Available memory space on the USB mass storage device < 500 MB Bus Error (### Frames) [CU Main ######] Data transmission error; number of lost data frames More than 400 conference units (x) connected! [CU Main ######] More than 400 conference units are connected. System stability is no longer guaranteed! A system error can occur.
Using the “Conference Manager” software “Error“ Column “Description“ “Location“ Meaning Cabling error on power supply unit at pos.### (Port##.##) [CU Main Faulty system cable connected to power ######] supply Conference Unit S/N: ###### failure at Pos.###: Please contact service [CU Main Defective conference unit has been ######] detected.
Using the “Conference Manager” software Column “Description“ “Location“ Meaning Set Speaker Feedback [CU Main Feedback suppression function could not be Suppression=## ######] changed (“denied”) because the value is out of the permissible range denied => Value out of range [##.##] Set Talk Time [CU Main Speaking time limit could not be changed Limit=##min ######] (“denied”) because the value is out of the permissible range denied => Value out of range(##min..
Using the “Conference Manager” software “Critical Error“ Column “Description“ “Value“ “Location“ Meaning/solution Comm.
Cleaning and maintaining the conference system Cleaning and maintaining the conference system CAUTION 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. 왘 Keep all liquids away from the product. 왘 Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. ADN components 왘 Switch the conference system off (see page 77).
Cleaning and maintaining the conference system ADN chargers 왘 Switch the chargers off (see page 54). 왘 Before cleaning, disconnect the chargers from the mains power supply (see page 50). 왘 Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the products. 왘 Use for example a paintbrush to remove dust from the charging compartments. To ensure optimum cooling of the ADN-W L 10 or ADN-W CASE UNITS charger: 왘 Clean the air vents on the sides from time to time with a soft brush or paintbrush in order to avoid dust deposits.
Transporting the wireless components Transporting the wireless components One of the advantages of wireless components of the ADN conference system is that they are easy to set up and dismantle again. This makes the conference system mobile and ensures flexibility of use. Preparing the wireless components for transport 왘 Unplug all system and mains cables from the ADN CU1 central unit and from the ADN-W AM antenna module.
Transporting the wireless components To stack the modules of the transport and charging case: 왘 Open the butterfly locks of the lower module. 왘 With the assistance of at least a second person, lift the next module using the foldable carrying handles and place it on the lower module so that the aluminum profiles of the modules engage with each other. 왘 Re-engage the 4 butterfly locks of the two modules and turn the butterfly fastener clockwise. 왘 Only stack the other modules up to a height of 1.2 m.
Transporting the wireless components Packing the ADN-W CASE CENTRAL transport case The module has padded compartments for the following components: • 1 ADN CU1 central unit • 1 ADN-W AM antenna mount • 11 NT 12-50C power supplies • 1 ADN-W L 10 charger • 10 ADN-W BA battery packs • Mains cables and other accessories Mains cables for ADN CU1, ADN-W AM and NT 12-50C NT 12-50C ADN-W AM ADN CU1 10 x ADN-W BA 10 x mains cable for NT 12-50C ADN-W L 10 ADN-W CASE CENTRAL 10 x NT 12-50C without mai
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. 왘 Only update the firmware if the function of your conference system is impaired or if the update is recommended by Sennheiser. 왘 Contact your Sennheiser partner to update the firmware.
If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions Conference system Problem Possible cause Possible solution See page ADN CU1 central unit and/or No connection to the mains power ADN PS power supply supply cannot be switched on Connect the ADN CU1 central unit and/ 39 or the ADN PS power supply to the mains power supply.
If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause Possible solution See page Loud hissing at the conference units’ loudspeakers The conference units are placed too close together Increase the distance between the individual conference units to at least 50 cm. – The floor channel volume is adjusted to a very high level Reduce the floor channel volume.
If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause Conference units are wrongly assigned to the ADN PS power supplies The conference units have been added Initialize the conference units or to the conference system during switch the conference system on operation again. 94 and 191 A cabling error has occurred Check the conference system for a cabling error.
If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions Conference system with wireless conference units Problem Possible cause Possible solution See page Antenna module(s) are not More than 4 antenna modules are active. Wireless conference connected to an ADN-W CU1 central units flash red continuunit. ously. (A warning message appears on the central unit's display panel) Reduce the number of antenna 221 modules. Use a maximum of 4 antenna modules per CU1 central unit.
If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions Problem Possible cause Possible solution Country-specific settings (“Country”) cannot be changed; “USA/Canada” is selected If you are using the ADN-W AM-US antenna module that is designed for the North American market, you cannot change the country-specific settings.
If a problem occurs .../Frequently asked questions “Conference Manager” software Problem Possible cause Possible solution See page Software cannot be connected to the central unit No network connection Check the connections between network, central unit and PC. 76 The IP address of the central unit or of Check the network settings and adjust 127 the Windows PC has been changed them if necessary. There is already a connection to the central unit Disconnect the connection to the central unit.
Components and accessories Components and accessories Central unit/Power supply Cat. No.
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Specifications Specifications ADN CU1 central unit Nominal input voltage 100 to 240 V~ Mains frequency 50 to 60 Hz Power consumption 245 W Output voltage at RJ45 EtherCAT 52.8 V Nominal output current max. 1.75 A Temperature range operation: +5°C to +50°C storage: -25°C to +70°C Relative humidity operation: 10 to 80% storage: 10 to 90% Dimensions (W x H x D) approx. 417 x 100 x 345 mm Weight approx. 6.5 kg XLR IN Input resistance RIN > 10 k Input level max. +18 dBu min.
Specifications ADN D1 and ADN C1 conference units Supply voltage 35 V to 52.8 V Power consumption 2 W (without reproduction via loudspeakers) Headphone socket 3.5 mm stereo jack socket Output level at headphone socket 50 mW/16 THD (at 1 kHz) 0.03% at 50 mW/16 Frequency response 100 Hz to 14.
Specifications ADN-W AM antenna module RF frequency ranges 2.4 GHz; 5.1 to 5.9 GHz (see page 251) RF output power 25 to 100 mW (depending on the selected country/region, see page 251) Power supply 12 to 15 V alternatively via ADN PORT bus 52.8 V Power consumption 6W Antennas 3 rod antennas with R-SMA connection Transmission range typ.
Specifications ADN-W MIC 15 gooseneck microphone for wireless conference units Pick-up pattern super-cardioid Frequency response 190 Hz to 14.5 kHz Sensitivity (1 kHz) 38 mV/Pa Signal-to-noise ratio 69 dB Max. SPL (1 kHz) 120 dB Temperature range +10°C to +40°C Length ADN-W MIC 15-39: approx. 390 mm ADN-W MIC 15-50: approx. 500 mm Weight ADN-W MIC 15-39: approx. 98 g ADN-W MIC 15-50: approx.
Specifications Approved by USA Canada Brazil ADN-W AM ADN-W C1 ADN-W D1 244 | ADN Digital Conference System 47 CFR Part 15 FCC ID: DMOADNWAM FCC ID: DMOADNWDU Industry Canada RSS 210 IC: 2099A-ADNWAM IC: 2099A-ADNWDU
Specifications ADN-W BA Lithium-Ion battery pack Nominal output voltage 7.4 V Capacity 7,800 mAh Charging voltage 12 V Charging current 2.5 A Charging time with a completely discharged battery pack and at room temperature: approx. 100% = typ. 4 hours Temperature range operation: +10°C to +45°C storage: -25°C to +70°C Charging: +10 °C to +45 °C Relative humidity operation: 20 to 95% storage: 10 to 90% Dimensions (W x H x D) approx. 143 x 27 x 124 mm Weight approx.
Specifications Weight approx. 280 g Cable lengths approx. 1.8 m to mains plug approx. 2.5 m to hollow jack plug In compliance with Europe EMC Safety EN 61204-3 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 Certified by USA/Canada Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus – Safety Requirements CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.
Specifications ADN-W CASE transport and charging case ADN-W CASE UNITS 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 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. 931 x 283 x 617 mm Weight w/o conference units approx. 16.
Appendix Appendix Mounting dimensions ADN CU1 mm 248 | ADN Digital Conference System mm mm mm mm mm Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked (see page 38).
Appendix ADN PS mm mm Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked (see page 40). mm mm mm mm ADN-W AM Make sure the antennas are not obstructed by any objects and ensure that there is a “free line of sight” between the antennas and the wireless conference units. 263,8 mm 10.39" 53 mm 2.09" 32,7 mm 1.29" 22,7 mm 0.89" 87,5 mm 3.44" 142 mm 5.59" 225 mm 8.86" 87,5 mm 3.44" 4 mm 0.16" 180 mm 7.
Appendix ADN-W L 10 Make sure that the air vents are not covered or blocked (see page 48). 465,1 mm 18.31" 438 mm 17.24" 390 mm 15.35" 250 | ADN Digital Conference System 482,6 mm 19" 37,55 mm 1.48" 117,45 mm 4.62" 310 mm 12.2" 240,75 mm 9.48" 195 mm 7.68" 117,45 mm 4.62" 12 mm 0.47" 133,75 mm 5.27" 125,75 mm 4.95" 59,25 mm 2.33" 128,25 mm 5.
Appendix RF channels and transmission powers for wireless conferencing Japan People‘s Republic of China Russian Federation 1 2412 2409.5-2414.5 – 25 25 100 25 100 100 2 2432 2429.5-2434.5 – 25 25 100 25 100 100 3 2452 2449.5-2454.5 – 25 25 100 25 100 100 4 2472 2469.5-2474.5 – 25 25 n. a.
Appendix * Australia & New Zealand United Arab Emirates Center frequency MHz Turkey ISM 5 GHz Malaysia RLAN High 5 GHz (DFS**) Brazil RLAN Low 5 GHz (DFS**) DFS channel** RLAN Low 5 GHz* Max. transmission power (in mW) Frequency range MHz ISM 2.4 GHz 1 2412 2409.5-2414.5 – 100 100 25 100 100 2 2432 2429.5-2434.5 – 100 100 25 100 100 3 2452 2449.5-2454.5 – 100 100 25 100 100 4 2472 2469.5-2474.
Appendix Factory default settings Menu item/description Factory default settings “Conference Mode” – conference mode “Direct Access” “Microphone Limit” – max. number of speakers who can take the floor simultaneously “4” “Request Limit” – max.
Appendix Keyboard layouts The central unit supports keyboards with the following language layouts: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Arabic Belgian Brazilian Bulgarian Canadian English Canadian French Chinese Croatian Czech Danish Dutch English (UK) English (US) Estonian Farsi Finnish French German Greek Hebrew Hindi • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Hungarian Italian Japanese Korean Kannada, Kanarese Lithuanian Malay Norwegian Polish Portuguese Romanian Russian Slowakian Slovenian Spanish
Appendix • Print Services, • Internet Information Services, and • Internet Connection Sharing and Telephony Services. The ten connection limit applies to devices that access the software indirectly through "multiplexing" 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.
Appendix access to any service, data, account or network by any means. 4. 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.
Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & 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 • Battery Directive (2013/56/EU) The supplied rechargeable batteries or batteries can be recycled. Please dispose of them as special waste or return them to your specialist dealer.
Manufacturer Declarations Statements regarding FCC and Industry Canada for ADN CU1, ADN PS, ADN-W L 10 and ADN-W CASE UNITS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Index – ADN conference system Index – ADN conference system This is an index (in alphabetical order) to the terms of the ADN conference system. Terms relating to the “Conference Manager” software can be found in a separate index (see page 263).
Index – ADN conference system C Cable holder cable holder 44 Cable string, see String cabling Cancel function 119 Central unit adjusting further settings 113 adjusting the date and time 152 Audio IN and Audio OUT 75 connecting an ADN PS power supply 58 connecting external audio devices 75 connecting the antenna module 66 connecting to a PC 76 connecting to the mains power supply 39 disconnecting from the mains power supply 79 display panel 21 function of the keys 83 language 113 mounting into a 19" rack 38
Index – ADN conference system floor channel 98 Error icons cable fault icon 102 short-circuit icon 102 structural change icon 102 warning triangle 102 Error indication 109 Errors current and power supply 107 detecting and eliminating 102 Reset Error Indication 111 resetting the counter 110 short-circuit 107 system analysis 107 system bus errors 109 temperature 108 F Factory default settings 114, 253 Feedback eliminating 99, 202 Feedback Suppression 99, 202 Firmware 230 Floor channel adjusting audio setting
Index – ADN conference system Processing of the conference units’ audio signals adjusting 98 Push To Talk 90 R Rack mounting 38 fastening the rack mount "ears" 39 Radio frequencies 251 Radio settings, see Wireless conferencing Reaction on Talktime Exceed 93, 198 Recording 122 Redundant cabling 31 Re-Init 94 Request 90 Request Limit 91, 196 Request to speak canceling 117 Reset Break Indication 110 Ring topology 31 Running the software on a separate Windows PC 76 on the central unit 76 S SDC CBL RJ-45, see S
Index – “Conference Manager” software Index – “Conference Manager” software This is an index (in alphabetical order) to the terms of the “Conference Manager” software. Terms relating to the ADN conference system can be found in a separate index (see page 259).
Index – “Conference Manager” software Connect to CU 154 Connecting software to the central unit 126, 154 Connection between software and conference system 126 disconnecting 155 eliminating problems when a configuration is autoloaded 157 Controlling a conference granting/withdrawing speaking privileges 211 Controlling a running conference 204 D Date and time adjusting 152 Delegate View window 146, 204 Direct Access 195 E “Event Log” 219 Equalizer floor channel 200 Exiting “Live” operating mode 216 the centr
Index – “Conference Manager” software Premonition Time Limit 197 Processing of the conference units’ audio signals adjusting 201 Push To Talk 195 R Radio settings, see Wireless conferencing Reaction on Talktime Exceed 198 Request 195 Request Limit 196 RF Status 209 Room View window 146, 204 Running the software on a separate Windows PC 125, 127 on the central unit 125, 126 S “Setup” operating mode 125, 172, 195 adjusting the conference settings 195 initializing conference units 189 mapping a room 172 plann
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