2N NetSpeaker User manual
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The product family developed by 2N TELEKOMUNIKACE a.s. includes GSM gateways, private
branch exchanges (PBX), and door and lift communicators. 2N TELEKOMUNIKACE a.s. has
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stability and prosperity on the telecommunications market for almost two decades. At
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®NetSpeaker
all basic requirements and other relevant provisions of the 1999/5/EC directive. For the full
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Content
Content
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
LimitsandSpecifications .............................................6
TermsandSymbolsUsed ............................................9
Advanced Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ControlPanelManual ................................................11
ConfigurationviaTelnetServer ........................................59
HW description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
2N®NetSpeaker ...................................................63
2N®NetSpeakerLite ................................................70
2N®NetMic .......................................................77
2N®NetSpeakerSetwithLoudspeaker ..................................82
2N®NetSpeakerLitePCB ............................................89
2N®NetSpeakermonoPCB ..........................................96
2N®NetStreamer ...................................................104
Supplementary Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Troubleshooting ....................................................109
Directives,LawsandRegulations ......................................110
GeneralInstructionsandCautions ......................................112
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Introduction
2N NetSpeaker
®
2N NetSpeaker
® is an IP audio system which allows you to play an acoustic message
or any other audio stream from any LAN/WAN – connected PC. All you have to do to
get a virtual broadcasting exchange is connect a standard loudspeaker or amplifier to
your . The virtual exchange helps you play any audio system and2N NetSpeaker
®
create separate zones with different communication contents. You can make use of
your existing LAN/WAN while installing your system to save the total2N NetSpeaker
®
implementation time and, of course, cut your wiring costs.
The s2N NetSpeaker
®ystem consists of two basic components – a server and an
audio converter. The Control Panel software has been developed to configure the whole
broadcasting system. and are software productsConsole Virtual Sound Card
designed for everyday use – broadcasting messages via a microphone and easy music
playing respectively.
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Limits and Specifications
Supported OS
2N NetSpeaker Server
®
WIN VISTA 32/64 bit
WIN 7 32/64 bit
WIN Server 2008 R2*
WIN 8 32/64 bit
2N NetSpeaker Console
®, 2N NetSpeaker Virtual Sound Card
®
WIN VISTA 32/64 bit
WIN 7 32/64 bit
WIN 8 32/64 bit
Requirements
Windows Media Player 11
Microsoft Visual C + + 2008 Redistributable Package (x86) – installation is
required to avoid problems with stability
Microsoft. NET Framework 4 redistributable package
Desktop Experience feature is required on Windows Server products (part
of User Interface and Infrastructure in MS Windows Server 2012)
Windows Firewall service running during installation, otherwise the 2N®
rules have to be added manuallyNetSpeaker
VoIP
Without Registration: Counterparty calls on the IP address of the predefined 2N®
IP server and port for the VoIP trunk (5061, e.g.). NetSpeaker
With Registration: is only the client, the g2N NetSpeaker
®2N NetSpeaker Server
®
ets registered with the PBX. It cannot be switched to the Registrar = SIP Proxy mode
(no phones can register with it).
microSD Card Support
befThe SD card must be FAT32 formatted with the maximum allocation sector
ore being plugged to 2N® . Otherwise the card will not be recognised andNetSpeaker
used by . We recommend that you should synchronise actions with2N® NetSpeaker
150 files of up to 300 MB.
Type Maximum tested size
SD 2 G
SDHC 32 GB
SDX 2 G
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Sample of transfer rates Allocation unit size
Default 16 kB 32 kB 64 kB
SanDisk UHC-I 4GB 660 kbps 1142 kbps -
Kingston HC class 10 16GB 850 kbps 600 kbps 987 kbps
Patriot HC class 4 16GB 1050 kbps 1159 kbps 1230 kbps
Noname HC class 4 4GB 117 kbps 590 kbps -
Communication Protocols
Way of communication Port Protocol
ControlPanel >> Server 6990 proprietary
Console >> Server 6990 proprietary
Virtual Sound Card >> Server 6990 proprietary
(passive mode)Server >> NetSpeaker 6998 proprietary
>> ServerNetSpeaker 6999 proprietary
Server >> RTP destination adjustable RTP
PC >> NetSpeaker 23 Telnet
SYSLOG
The allows you to send logs to the syslog server. The 2N NetSpeaker Server
®2N®
was tested with and . For more details NetSpeaker Server rsyslog server Watcher
on settings and use refer to the Advanced configuration -> Control Panel Manual ->
r menu.Administrato
TELNET
When 2N® NetSpeaker getsconnectedtotheserver,Telnetisdisabledbydefaultand
reactivatedautomaticallyafterdisconnection.ToenableTelnetwhile2N NetSpeaker ® is
connectedtotheserver,allowthisonthe tabintheControlPanelfortheDestinations and Zones
particulardevice.
Minimum Transfer Rates
Audio transfer between the server and 2N NetSpeaker
®units:
Audio Option Server -> NetSpeaker
transfer
NetSpeaker -> Server
transfer
unicast
32 kbps mono 100 kbps/unit 60 kbps/unit
64 kbps mono 135 kbps/unit 60 kbps/unit
128 kbps
mon/ster 190 kbps/unit 60 kbps/unit
multicast
32 kbps mono 70 kbps/group -
64 kbps mono 100 kbps/group -
128 kbps
mon/ster 145 kbps/group -
Communication between SW or audio components:
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Communication Type of data Transfer rate
ControlPanel <-> NetSpeaker Server signalling 20 kbps
Virtual Sound Card -> NetSpeaker Server audio +
signalling 1650 kbps
Console -> NetSpeaker Server audio +
signalling 1650 kbps
NetMic -> NetSpeaker Server audio +
signalling 1650 kbps
NetStreamer -> NetSpeaker Server audio +
signalling 1650 kbps
-> NetSpeaker Server NetSpeaker
Expander audio +
signalling 1600
kbps/stream
Audio transfer from to RTP destinations:2N NetSpeaker Server
®
Option Server -> NetSpeaker transfer
G.711 - uLaw 85 kbps
G.711 - uLaw 85 kbps
Linear PCM 16bit 44.1kHz Stereo 1500 kbps
Linear PCM 16bit 44.1kHz Mono 800 kbps
Test Results
HW – CPU, Chipset Intel Atom
Z530
Intel Core
i5
Intel XEON
E5645
Number of different streams (Win 7, Win
8) 6 20 -
Number of different streams (Win Server
2008 R2) -- 100
NetSpeaker units (Win 7, Win 8) 40 300 -
NetSpeaker units (Win Server 2008 R2) - - 1,000
Number of users (all OS) 1,000 1,000 10,000
Number of SIP trunks (all OS) 10 100 100
Number of concurrent calls (all OS) 2 10 100
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Terms and Symbols Used
The following symbols and pictograms are used in the manual:
Safety
abide by this information to prevent persons from injury.Always
Warning
abide by this information to prevent damage to the device.Always
Caution
Important information for system functionality.
Tip
Useful information for quick and efficient functionality.
Note
Routines or advice for efficient use of the device.
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Control Panel Manual
The is a user-friendly application used for 2N® NetSpeaker Control Panel 2N®
administration. NetSpeaker Server
Here is what you can find in this section:
Sessions
Destinations and Zones
Audio Sources
Scheduler
microSD
Users
Administrator
What you should know
The 2N Control Panel
® application may allocate a higher amount of the
memory as it keeps logs from the entire system. We recommend you to
close the application when unused.
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Sessions
The session determines the Source – Destination connection, i.e. defines which source
will be played to which destination (Zones). The left session part defines and helps
control the source, the right session part determines the destination and session
options.
Session Creation and Preparation for Playing
Click on to create a session. You can perform thisSession –> Create empty session
and other actions by retrieving the floating menu by the right mouse–click. Or, you
can create a session in the Audio sources menu.
Figure: Session Window Layout
Use to add a source included in the source list to the session and adrag&drop
destination to the destination list – . Whether you addDestination targets
destinations by speakers or zones, the resultant functionality will be the same. You can
assign speakers to zones in the Destinations & Zones menu.
What you should know
Audio sources can be type–filtered in the header.Input sources
Upon power up, the server automatically launches and starts playing all
the sessions that were active before power off.
A higher priority of the active Session that thisalways guarantees
Session will occupy all Destinations assigned to it.
Licences can cause that some will not play. Refer to2N NetSpeakers
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Licences in the tab for more details.Administrator
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Figure: Adding of Sources and Destinations to Session
The created session is ready for broadcasting to destination(s). If no more parameters
are needed, simply click and the added or another source will startPLAY Sessions
playing. See the figure at the very end for two types of sources. The common bar
contains volume control settings.
Session Control and Launch
Click in the Session control section to launch a session; refer to the figure below.ON
The figure below also shows additional session controls.
Balance – set balance for the right/left channel.
Listening in – enable this parameter to listen to remote destinations locally.
Volume – set the main session volume.
Sound activation/deactivation – enable/disable sound for the active session.
Destinations − list of used destinations and zones.
Figure: Session Control
Additional Session Setting Options
Besides the basic settings mentioned in the Session Creation and Preparation for
Playing above, there are additional session settings such as , orPriority Channel Fade
situated in the right–hand upper corner.
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Priority – set the session priority. The priority session is alwayshighest
preferred to lower priority sessions. A higher priority of the active Session
that the Session will occupy the destinations assigned to italways guarantees
(the source will play in the destination). The priority range is <1;10>, where
priority 10 is automatically assigned to broadcasting.Freeride role
Channel – set the channel for each session. supports 42N NetSpeaker
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channels for 4 different sources. Set the channel for the units2N NetSpeaker
®
on the tab or by a remote controller on the site.Destinations & Zones
Fade – set the session fade. The parameter can be used for a gradual sound
volume change. The fade range is <500;2000> ms.
Figure: Priority, Channel and Fade Settings
Audio Sources
You can add multiple sources to each session. Use the tab to create aAudio source
source (refer to for details). Add the sources in the format. ThereAudio Sources Bar
are two types of bars – one is designed for the Playlist and the other for the rest of the
sources. Fig.5 shows the two types.
Figure: Volume Bars
Common bar – helps you control volume, balance and sound activation/deactivation.
The Internet radio contains a status line displaying information on playing.
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Destinations and Zones
This tab helps you administer by assigning them to zones and2N® NetSpeakers
changing their parameters. The tab includes a Zones tree, a NetSpeaker panel
(speakers, zones including contents) and a Zone/NetSpeaker Properties panel.
Zones
Zones helps and assign to zones fordivide objects logically 2N NetSpeakers®
easier handling (by assigning zones to ) in extensive installations. Basically,Sessions
zones can be regarded as groups.2N NetSpeaker®
Figure: View of Destinations & Zones
To create a , click the selection menu –> or retrieve theZone All Zones Create zone
floating menu with the right mouse click and select Create zone again. Retrieve the
floating menu via the to rename a zone. Zone name –> Rename
The figure below shows how to add a using drag&drop into a zone.2N NetSpeaker®
In you can see the list of all and RTPAll Destinations 2N NetSpeakers®
What you should know
Zones are logical units used for grouping.2N NetSpeaker®
A zone can be added to a Session if you want to play the same music or
announce news.
2N NetSpeaker® with the active mode setting connects to the server
automatically.
The scanner helps you administer unconnected 2N NetSpeaker® 2N®
via the tab. NetSpeakers Administrator
When gets connected to the server, Telnet is disabled2N NetSpeaker®
by default unless enabled in the speaker configuration.
A licence is necessary for a proper function of more than one RTP
destinations.
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destinations and you can use this list to add a to a zone.2N NetSpeaker®
Figure: Adding 2N NetSpeaker to Zone®
Destination List and Filter
The Destination list is included in a simple table and allows you to choose which
columns shall be visible. Retrieve the floating menu with the right mouse button and
choose "Select columns". Destinations can then be displayed in the
descending/ascending order for one of the used columns.
Figure: Destination List Columns
Moreover, you can use a filter in this table, which is extremely helpful for large
installations. Click the funnel symbol to retrieve the filter settings. See the figure below
for filter settings and simple queries.
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Figure: Destination List Filter
2N NetSpeakers®
Use the function to move the selected speaker from the list of speakers todrag&drop
the required zone. Use the floating menu –> Remove to remove a speaker from the
zone to the speaker list.
The properties are divided as follows:2N NetSpeaker®
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Figure: 2N® NetSpeaker Settings
Speaker Information
Here find the speaker name, which can be changed, connection if existing, and
synchronisation status. Click the button to restart and Restart 2N NetSpeaker®
to enable LED blinking and sound notification to discover onBlink 2N NetSpeaker®
site.
SD card state – informs whether or not the SD card has been connected and is ok.
State – announces one of the following synchronisation states:
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Synchronisation is not active
Waiting for synchronisation
Synchronisation in progress
Synchronisation error
Synchronisation completed
Ready for synchronisation
Calculation in progress
Synchronisation postponed
Formatting SD card
Audio Parameters
This section is devoted to speaker sound parameters.
Volume and mute – use this parameter to set the loudspeaker volume. This
setting will not be active until saved. Use remote control or press the 2N®
buttons. NetSpeaker
Power supply – detects this parameter to inform the server 2N NetSpeaker®
of the type of power used.
Speaker impedance − is automatically detected if uses 2N NetSpeakers®
speaker(s). This information is provided during the start.2N NetSpeaker ®
Maximum gain – select a power supply and speaker type to determine the
maximum gain.
Sound path delay – set the expected 2N® NetSpeaker delay (buffer size) for
Wi–Fi installations or potentially unreliable packet deliveries (500 ms or more).
Sampling frequency – set the audio signal sampling frequency.
Bits per sample – define the count of bits per audio signal sample.
Channels – define the count of audio signal channels – stereo/mono bridged
stereo - two independent audio channels are used for two independent
speakers.
mono - only one channel is used for audio transmission and both speakers
produce the same sound.
Bit stream – define the count of bits to be transmitted in 1 s of the audio signal.
The IP packet overhead is not included in this information.
Advanced Settings
Disable multicast – multicast is a Point–to–Multipoint transmission option,
which saves the network capacities (if implemented in network elements) and
server resources. Multicast can be turned on globally in the tab.Administrator
Multicast can be adjusted for each speaker individually.
Disable remote control – disable remote setting.2N NetSpeaker®
Enable Telnet – Telnet connection is disabled by default for security reasons
upon connection. You can2N NetSpeaker unit – NetSpeaker Server® 2N®
select this option to enable Telnet during this connection. This option, however, is
not recommended for security reasons.
Switch on relay while transmitting – select this option, for example, to switch
on/off the external amplifier if available.
Channel – set the channel.2N NetSpeaker®
Button mode – select the HW button mode – channel switching or volume
setting. Or, deactivate the buttons.
Expander − is an advanced feature of the system, which2N NetSpeaker®
enables load balancing through the network of expanders and this option is used
to assign to the particular Expander.2N NetSpeaker®
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