LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX Operation & User’s Manual

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• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 15 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 1. Screw the bracket to a place high on the wall or in the middle of the solid ceiling. Mount the bracket horizontally as shown below. 2. Uncoil the Cat 5 sensor cable. Connect one end of the cable to the ISR. Route the wire back to the CAT 805iX preamp, securing it along with way using surface raceway where possible. 3. Slide the ISR onto the bracket until it “clicks

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 30 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications OPTIONAL IR MEDIA CONNECTOR AUDIO INTEGRATION OTHER OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The iRMC is designed to integrate with the CAT 805iX and multiple audio sources, allowing other instructional technologies to be clearly heard throughout the classroom. IRMC Infrared Media Connector TK250M Noise-canceling headset microphone TCC7 Charging cable for REDMIKE Share and LT71 Projector DVD/VCR Speaker(s) IR Sensor iR Media Connector Projector Audio In Audio Out IR Transmission Video In Audio Out Audio Out Video Out Video O

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: 4 Important Safety Instructions Overview 5 System Components and Unpacking 6 Optional Components 7 Front Panel Controls 8 Rear Panel Controls 9 ISR Connections 10 REDMIKE Controls and Connections 11 Cradle Charger Controls and Connections SECTION 2: 12 Step 1. Location of the Amplifier Set-up & Use 13 Step 2. ISR Sensor Installation 16 Step 3A. Connect the power supply 16 Step 3B. ISR connection 17 Step 3C. Connect CAT 805iX to an amplifier 18 Step 4. Charging the REDMIKE 19 Step 5. Operating the REDMIKE 20 Using REDMIKE to Amplify External Audio Equipment SECTION 3: 21 REDMIKE VC Optional Accessories 21 Controls and

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 34 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications SAFETY WARNINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION This product conforms with the essential requirements of the following European Union Directives: 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/ EED, and 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives. Lightspeed Technologies launched a formal product recycle program in Europe that complies with t

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 12 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications First, find a suitable location to set-up the CAT 805iX preamp. It is best to put the preamp in a stable location near the amplifier to be used. Media Cabinet Set-up SECTION 2: SET-UP & USE 1. LOCATION OF THE RECEIVER Avoid Separated Set-ups Ideally the preamp should be located very near the amplifier being used. Avoid long distances when possible to minimize wire runs and installation hassle.

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 8 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications SENSOR INPUT SENSOR SHORT CH A CH B MIXED 24VDC/250mA REAR PANEL CONTROLS 1. DC POWER: Plug the power supply (24V/250mA) into this jack. 2. MIXED OUTPUT: This balanced output sends the audio from both microphones (CH. A and CH. B) to an input on an amplifier. 3. CH B OUTPUT: This balanced output sends the audio from only the microphone set to CH. B to an input on an amplifier. 4. CH A OUTPUT: This balanced output sends the audio from only

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 5 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications Preamp Power Supply SECTION 1: OVERVIEW SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING The standard configuration of the CAT 805iX will contain: ISR Infrared Sensor/ Receiver and Cable Charging Cradle and Power Supply REDMIKE® Classroom Microphone CAT 805iX Preamp

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 21 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 1. Overview 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications SECTION 3: OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL REDMIKE VC (Volume Control) Controls and Connections 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 S l i d e b a t t e r y d o o r o p e n R e m o v e t a b b e f o r e u s e 4 1. POWER /MUTE BUTTON 2. POWER/LOW BATTERY INDICATOR: A blue light indicates the REDMIKE VC is on and fully charged. A red light indicates a charge is needed. 3. BATTERY COMPARTMENT: To open, slide the door downward. The battery should only be r

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 35 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications OVERALL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Output Level 500mV Frequency Response 100 Hz to 10 kHz ±3 dB Carrier Frequencies (IR) 2.06/2.54; 3.2/3.7 MHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 73 dB Image and Spurious Rejection > 70 dB RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS Receiver Type Superheterodyne Receiver Sensitivity 6 µV for 60 dB S/N Image and Spurious Rejection > 70 dB Dimensions (W x D x H) 4.2” x 4” x 1.8” Weight 0.95 lbs. TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS REDMIKE and REDMIKE VC

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use the apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A pol

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 18 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 4. CHARGING THE REDMIKE Before use, the REDMIKE should be charged. It will take 8-9 hours for the REDMIKE to obtain a full charge. A fully charged REDMIKE will last for over 7 hours of use. If microphones are used daily, they should be kept in the cradle – microphones can be left in a charging cradle constantly for up to 2 weeks without causing degradation to battery life. A red light on the charging cradle indicates the REDMIKE is charging. A green light indicates that charging is complete and a full charge has been reach

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 23 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 1. Overview 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 1. ON/OFF/MUTE Switch 2. CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH (CH A/B): Use this to choose Channel A or B. If you are using a single microphone, we recommend using Channel A. 3. POWER/CHARGE INDICATOR: A BLUE light indicates the REDMIKE VC is on and fully charged. A red light indicates a charge is needed. 4. EXTERNAL MICROPHONE INPUT (MIC): Use the 3.5mm MIC jack for the optional TK250M headset microphone (part# TK250M). 5. AUXILIARY (AUX): Plug a laptop, MP3 player or other audio source into this jack to wirelessly transmit the audio sig

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 11 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 1. CHARGE INDICATORS: The light glows red while the REDMIKE is charging. When fully charged, the light will glow green. A blinking red light indicates that no battery is sensed, (REDMIKE Yellow Protective Tab may not have been completely removed—see page 5, item 4.) A blinking green LED means a non- Lightspeed battery has been installed (possibly an alkaline battery). 2. DC POWER PORT: Connect the 5V/1.0A DC power cord here. 3. OPTIONAL CHARGING PORT: Plug the charging cord for the optional LT71 or the REDMIKE Share

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 20 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications USING REDMIKE TO AMPLIFY EXTERNAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT The REDMIKE includes a 3.5mm audio input jack to connect to an audio source like a laptop or MP3 player. The REDMIKE will transmit the audio signal to be played through the system. If your system includes two REDMIKEs, we recommend using Channel B (student mike) to amplify the external audio equipment so the teacher’s volume on the Channel A (teacher mike) does not have to be adjusted. To determine which

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 22 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications REDMIKE VC : Charging REDMIKE VC : Initial Set-up Before use, the REDMIKE VC should be charged. See page 18 and follow the same instructions for the REDMIKE. See page 19 and follow the same instructions for the REDMIKE to setup the REDMIKE VC. NOTE: A nominal volume level must be set on the CAT 805iX before adjusting controls on the REDMIKE VC. The teacher can now use

• 33 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Our Service Department (800.732.8999, 5 a.m. – 5 p.m., PST) will handle all your repair/replacement needs. Customers outside the U.S. should contact their local resller. SECTION 5: WARRANTY, SAFETY &

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 31 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications ALL PROBLEMS: Most Problems are related to low battery power. SOLUTION: Battery Check • Conrmbatteries are charged each night. • Conrmproperbatteriesareused.The REDMIKE requires the Lightspeed BA- NH2A27 rechargeable sensing battery for proper charging. The REDMIKE Share uses the NH2APK rechargeable battery pack. The LT71 requires two NH1 AA rechargeable batteries. • Make sure the microphones are turned off while charging so a full charge is attained. Full charge will last eight hours. • Ins

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 26 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 1 2 3 5 1. POWER SWITCH 2. POWER/CHARGE INDICATOR: this light glows blue when turned on and turns off to indicate low battery level. When charging, the light glows red. 3. AUDIO INPUT: plug a laptop, MP3 player or other audio device into this jack to wirelessly transmit the audio signal to be played through the system. 4. CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH (CH A/B): Located in the battery compartment, this switch is set to Channel

• 28 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications REDMIKE Share: Initial Set-up 1. Ensure the CAT 805iX is on. The blue LED on the power button will glow. 2. Turn on the REDMIKE Share by sliding the switch to the top position. 3. Grip the barrel in the center section. Avoid covering the infrared emitt

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 10 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 1. POWER BUTTON: Press this button to turn the REDMIKE on, press again to turn it off (mute). 2. POWER/LOW BATTERY INDICATOR: A blue light indicates the REDMIKE is on and fully charged. A red light indicates a charge is needed. 3. BATTERY COMPARTMENT: To access the battery compartment, slide the door downward. The battery should only be replaced by a Lightspeed AA rechargeable sensing battery (part # NH2A27). 4. YELLOW P

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 17 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications SENSOR INPUT SENSOR SHORT CH A CH B MIXED 24VDC/250mA 3C. CONNECT CAT 805iX TO AN AMPLIFIER 1. Ensure the power is turned off and the microphone volume controls are turned all the way down. 2. Determine whether you wish to connect to the mixed output or the individual microphone outputs (CH. A / CH. B): a. MIXED OUTPUT (Recommended for most applications): connect to this output if you wish to connect the mixed signal of micro- phone A and microphone B into a single input on the amplifier.

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 24 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications LT71: Charging 1. Ensure that the LT71 is turned off. 2. Make sure the cradle charger is plugged into a wall outlet. Connect one end of the charging cable into the jack labeled CHARGER on the side of the LT71 and plug the other end into the charging jack on the rear of the REDMIKE cradle charger. The LT71’s rechargeable batteries are fatory installed. The LED on the front of the LT71 will glow red when charging. 3. Leave the LT71 plugged

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 32 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications • Speakinanaturalvoice.Anormal conversational speech level will provide an adequate signal. It is not necessary to increase the intensity of your voice—the audio system provides adequate amplification (approximately 5 – 10 dB) above ambient room noises. • Avoidwearingjewelrythatmayrub or bump against the microphone. • TurntheREDMIKEoffduring private conve

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 16 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications 3A. CONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY 3B. ISR CONNECTION 1. Ensure the power button is depressed in the OFF position 2. Connect the DC end of the power supply to the 24VDC input 3. Connect the AC adapter end of the supply into a wall outlet. 1. Ensure the power is still switched OFF. 2. Check the connection from the ISR to the CAT 805iX. Ensure the sensor cable is securely attached to the SENSOR INPUT jack and locked into place. CAT 805iX DC Power Source Cable SENSOR INPUT SENSOR SHOR T

• 14 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications Once you find a suitable location for the ISR, follow these instructions to mount it. There are different instructions for mounting depending on if the ISR will be mounted to a suspended ceiling grid or secured to a wall / solid vertic

• LightSpeed Technologies CAT805iX, 6 1. Overview 2. Setup & Use 3. Optional Accessories 4. Troubleshooting 5. Warranty, Safety & Specifications OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Optional equipment which may be part of your CAT 805iX system: REDMIKE ® VC Volume Control Microphone LT- 71 LT71 LightMic and Charger Cable Standard Accessories 805 Microphone preamp 24V-250 24V/250mA power supply for CAT 805iX ISR Infrared sensor/receiver with mounting bracket P5E50 50’ plenum-rated Cat 5e cable RMT REDMIKE classroom microphone with battery NH

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