Installation and User Guide BLURB VADDIO™ GROUPSTATION™ Group Collaboration Appliance Part Numbers: 999-8900-000: GroupSTATION Base System (North America) 999-8900-001: GroupSTATION Base System (International) 999-8904-000: GroupSTATION Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount (North America) 999-8904-001: GroupSTATION Deluxe System with Premium Wall Mount (International) 999-8905-000: GroupSTATION Premier System, Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable (NA) 999-8905-001: GroupSTATION Premier System
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GroupSTATION Overview The Vaddio GroupSTATION is a complete media collaboration appliance for small and medium meeting spaces. GroupSTATION incorporates all the audio & video functions required for group collaboration in a sturdy and robust form-factor. This multipurpose appliance is used for local presentations, PC-based Unified Communications, and VoIP conferencing. The GroupSTATION system consists of a table-based MicDock and a camera/sound bar.
GroupSTATION Save These Instructions The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. If these instructions are misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications, Installation and User Guides and most pertinent product drawings for the Vaddio product line on the Vaddio website. These documents can be downloaded from www.vaddio.com free of charge. Unpacking Carefully remove the device and all of the parts from the packaging.
GroupSTATION GroupSTATION PC to MicDock Interface Cable Premium 3’ (.91m) 4x4 Interface Cable, extends the USB 2.0, HDMI, RGBHV and Network connections out from the Dock to the PC used with UC software application. PC to Dock Interface cable includes DE-15 (RGBHV) male to male, USB 2.0 Type A to Type B Micro, HDMIM to HDMI-M and Ethernet 10/100 Network RJ-45 to RJ-45.
GroupSTATION GroupSTATION Premier System with Premium Wall Mount and PC to Dock Interface Cable Included Part Number: 999-8905-000 (North America) One (1) GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar One (1) GroupSTATION MicDock (Controller and Dialer) One (1) GroupSTATION 25’ (7.62m) Cat-6 SSTP Shielded Link Cable One (1) 24 VDC 3.
GroupSTATION Anatomy of the GroupSTATION MicPOD Dock Image: MicDock User Interface with Call-outs (Button pushes and LEDs explained.) ➊ ➋ ➌ ➒ ➑ ➐ ➍ ➎ ➏ 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Video Input Button: Toggles between HDMI or RGBHV Video sources. Allows use of a tablet and a PC with the ability to switch between inputs. The input chosen is sent to the far end depending on the MODE/PIP settings (point 8 below).
GroupSTATION Image: MicDock Side View (Flying Saucer View) ➌ ➎ ➊ ➋ ➍ ➏ Image: MicDock Connector Panel Bottom View with Call-outs (Dock turned over to read connector labels) ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ 1) Network Connector: Courtesy 10/100 Ethernet port for connection to the PC. Incorporates an embedded Ethernet switch. Must have LAN connection on the Camera/Sound Bar (primary network connection) for this network port to function at the MicPOD Dock.
GroupSTATION Anatomy of the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar Image: GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar ➍ ➎ ➏ ➋ ➌ ➊ 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Camera: High Definition camera with 19X automatic zoom and manual pan/tilt positioning. Left Loudspeaker: 2-Way loudspeaker with snap-off speaker grill. Right Loudspeaker: 2-Way loudspeaker with snap-off speaker grill. Connector Panel: Located behind removable left side, snap on end cap (area used for storage/cabling).
GroupSTATION First Time Set-up with the GroupSTATION The GroupSTATION is easy to install and operate with typical installations taking less than an hour. The GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar is positioned above or below a room’s LCD display. There is a premium wall mount bracket available in certain system packages or it can be purchased separately. Power, Network, HDMI output to room monitor and the LINK cable are connected to the Camera/Sound Bar. A single 25’ (7.
GroupSTATION Installation Instructions: To install the GroupSTATION, follow the Step-by-Step Installation instructions. Step 1: Position the GroupSTATION Camera/Sound Bar Position the Camera/Sound Bar at the front of the room over, or under, the main monitor located in the room. If the system is to be wall mounted, please see the note below.
GroupSTATION Step 2: Route Cables in Cable Tray Place the interface cables (LINK, Power, Ethernet and HDMI) into the integrated cable tray on the wall bracket. Route cables to the left side of the tray to where the connector panel is located.
GroupSTATION Step 3: Hang the Camera/Sound Bar on the Wall Bracket Remove end-caps from the Camera/Sound Bar. The left end cap houses the connectors for Power, Network, LINK, and HDMI out. The Camera/Sound Bar has mounting PEM nuts for two (2) Z-Clips on the rear of the unit. Attach the provided Z-Clips to the back of the Camera/Sound Bar with the provided 8-32 x 5/16” Phillips pan head screws.
GroupSTATION Image: Connections to the Camera/Sound Bar Dress the cables while pushing the excess cable back into the cable tray. Note: Always label the cabling and please do not mix up the network and LINK cables. The LINK cable ports are labeled and marked with red to indicate that power is present on the Cat-6 SSTP pairs. If the power supply is plugged in, then power is on the LINK port.
GroupSTATION Step 4: Connecting the MicPOD Dock Flip the MicDock upside down to expose connectors and the connector labels. Connect the LINK Cable (provided Cat-6 SSTP with individually shielded pairs) originating from the Camera/Sound Bar with the connector marked in red. Power is supplied to the Dock with the LINK cable. Video, audio, and control between the two devices will be established automatically.
GroupSTATION Option: Using the PC to MicDock Accessory Cable: The GroupSTATION has a Premium 3’ (.91m) 4x4 Interface Cable PC to Dock accessory cable that combines the Ethernet, HDMI, VGA, and USB cables into a single fan-out assembly to simplify cable management between the MicDock and PC. Image: PC to MicDock Cable Accessory Step 6: Initial System Power Up Once the PC is on and connected properly, plug the Camera/Sound Bar’s power supply’s AC cord into an AC wall outlet.
GroupSTATION System Configuration and Programming Network Requirements and Information For the GroupSTATION and room PC, three (3) IP addresses are required; one (1) for GroupSTATION UC&C conferencing, one (1) for GroupSTATION VoIP conferencing and one (1) for the in-room PC used with the UC&C conferencing application. Either the courtesy network jack on the MicDock can be used by the room PC or any other network jack in the room that is on the same network as the GroupSTATION ca be used.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: Configuration Page The configuration page allows an administrator to set all the preferences on the GroupSTATION. In addition, the page contains a User Interface replicating functionality of the Dialing Interface on the MicPOD Dock.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: VoIP Network Settings The VoIP configuration menu provides a method for an administrator to configure the SIP user agent and register the device to the SIP Proxy server within the enterprise. The VoIP page is divided into three (3) tabs; Network Settings, SIP Settings and RTP Settings. The VoIP network configuration menu allows the administrator to set the configuration properties and the unique IP address for the GroupSTATION.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: VoIP RTP Settings The RTP (Real Time Protocol) setting tab allows the administrator to configure the audio streaming function associated with the VoIP user agent. The components of the RTP Settings tab include: RTP Port Range: Sets the port range used for audio transports. Codec Priority: Allows the administrator to set the priority of audio codec to be used during call negotiations. Available codecs include G.711 µLaw, G.711 aLaw, and G.722.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: Room Labels The Label menu allows the administrator to define the specific room information with the GroupSTATION installation that will be displayed on the webpages. The company and room name, the room phone extension and the Help line phone numbers are displayed. Screen Shot: DHCP Network The Networking page is used to configure the GroupSTATION IP addressing (non-VoIP). It supports DHCP or Static IP addresses and a Host Name.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: Static IP Network To set up the Ethernet Port to Static IP address, click on Static and enter the IP address, the subnet mask and the gateway and click on save. Double check the data prior to clicking save. 255.255.0.0 Screen Shot: Security The administrator account has a password for login security. The admin account will always require a password entry for login to the administrator pages on the GroupSTATION.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: Diagnostics Menu The Diagnostics function within the GroupSTATION is intended for advanced troubleshooting. It includes logging capabilities of key events and error reporting during normal operations. The internal logging function is setup as a revolving FIFO with estimated internal storage capabilities for up to one week. SIP logging is also available for SIP call analysis. The administrator has the ability to clear the log or download the log to a local PC.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: System Confirmation Upon selecting an update file and clicking on ‘Begin Firmware Update’, a confirmation pop-up menu appears to allow the admin a chance to cancel and provide instructions on how to proceed. Always read and follow the instructions and warnings for all pop-up confirmation menus. Screen Shot: System Firmware Update in Progress After confirming the update, a progress pop-up menu will advise the admin of the progress of the update.
GroupSTATION Screen Shot: Help Menu The Help menu provides general information about the GroupSTATION assists the administrator in configuring and programming of the device. The Help also includes information on the current firmware release loaded on the device. Click on the support for product related documentation from the Vaddio website 1.1.
GroupSTATION Updating the GroupSTATION Version: From Vaddio STATION Firmware 1.0.0 to Vaddio STATION 1.1.0 A product as new and evolutionary as the GroupSTATION and the HuddleSTATION, there will be occasions that new software updates are available. These updates will no doubt contain new features, added functionality, changes and tweaks to make good ideas better, and of course, bug fixes. In an effort to make the updates as painless as possible, these directions are provided.
GroupSTATION 6) After the update has been completed, it is required to power-cycle the system. Find the power supply for the GroupSTATION and remove cord from the AC power outlet or disconnect the AC side of the 24 VDC power supply for a few seconds. Plug the system back in, turn the power on and the system will boot up with the updated software. After the reboot, the System Information menu will display the new versions of Audio, Video In, Video Out, VoIP and the overall System Revision.
GroupSTATION GroupSTATION User Operations The primary user interface for the GroupSTATION is the dial pad interface on the MicDock in combination with visual feedback from an On-Screen-Display (OSD) associated with the HDMI output that connects to the room’s monitor. The dial pad is a capacitive touch interface and includes an audible tone when pressed. A description of the button functions are contained in the table below.
GroupSTATION Making a VoIP Call Once the GroupSTATION is registered to the VoIP PBX/SIP Proxy by the network administrator or other qualified IT or phone system personnel, the GroupSTATION functions surprisingly like a typical telephone set. Step 1: Dial the desired number using the MicDock User Interface. The OSD will automatically pop-up on the room’s LCD, at the top of the image, showing the number being dialed.
GroupSTATION Connecting to a PC’s Audio The MicDock can be connected to the PC to extend media functions to the GroupSTATION. This includes extending the Audio Playback and Record associated with the PC to the GroupSTATION via USB. This is accomplished by selecting the GroupSTATION as the USB Playback and Record device in Windows Sound Properties or from within the soft client (Lync, WebEx, Skype, etc.). Go to the control panel/sound/playback and select Vaddio STATION as the default Playback device.
GroupSTATION Select GroupSTATION as the recording or microphone device within sound panel since the mics in the MicDock are needed for any/all conferencing or recording applications. Image: Screen Shot Vaddio STATION Selected for recording Certified Important Note: The GroupSTATION (Vaddio STATION) must be selected as both the Playback (speaker) and Record (microphone) device within Windows or Soft Client for proper Hands-free audio operations.
GroupSTATION Compatibility The GroupSTATION will work with the following web browsers, soft codecs, computer operating systems and media players: Compatibility: Web Browsers: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Internet Explorer (IE 8 and above) Safari (Rev 4 and 5) Safari/iOS (Rev 4 and 5) Chrome (the latest and current release - auto updating) Firefox (the latest and current release - auto updating) Soft Clients Compatibility: GroupSTATION is compatible with the following soft codecs or applications, in no particular order
GroupSTATION GroupSTATION Release Notes for Firmware Revision - 1.1.0 Component Audio Video Input Video Output VoIP Version 1.0.3 Huddle_Dock_01/05/2014 Huddle_CamS_01/20/2014 4.2.5 New Features & Functions Improved Standard Definition Video Streaming: Optimized USB 2.0 (MJPEG) streaming for standard definition resolutions (360p and 180p) with an improved down-scaler. Improved RGBHV Input Quality: Optimized RGBHV video input on the MicDock for improved video representation to the HDMI Output.
GroupSTATION Warranty Information (See Vaddio Warranty, Service and Return Policies posted on vaddio.com for complete details): Hardware* Warranty: Two (2) year limited warranty on all parts and labor for Vaddio manufactured products. Vaddio warrants its manufactured products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the day of purchase, to the original purchaser, if Vaddio receives notice of such defects during the warranty.
GroupSTATION GroupSTATION Compliance and CE Declaration of Conformity Compliance testing was performed to the following regulations: FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B/Oct.
GroupSTATION General Specifications GroupSTATION Part Numbers Loudspeaker ZoomSHOT Type Cam VoIP Video Output Video Procession User Controls Connectors MicPOD Dock User Controls Microphones Audio Procession Video Input GroupSTATION Base System: 999-8800-000 North America, 999-8800-001 Int’l GroupSTATION Deluxe System: 999-8904-000 North America, 999-8904-000 Int’l (with wall mount) GroupSTATION Premier System: 999-8905-000 North America, 999-8905-000 Int’l (with wall mount and 4x4 PC Interface cabl
GroupSTATION Appendix A: Network Information Required The intent of this appendix is to assist both A/V system integrators and IT managers preparing for the installation of the GroupSTATION conferencing platform into the enterprise IP and VoIP network. For the GroupSTATION and room PC, three (3) total IP addresses are required. The addresses are as follows: 1) For the GroupSTATION for UC conferencing 2) For the GroupSTATION VoIP conferencing 3) For the in-room PC used with the UC conferencing application.
GroupSTATION Under the RTP Settings Tab the RTP Port Range, the Codec Priority and the Audio Processing parameters are defined. The following information is required for the RTP Settings tab: RTP SETTINGS Port Range: (Sets RTP port range used for audio transports) CODEC PRIORITY ❒ G.722 HD - Wideband ❒ G.711µLaw ❒ G.
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