AEQ XPEAK User manual

AEQ XPEAK
IP INTERCOM SYSTEM
USER´S MANUAL
ED. 07/22
V. 1.7 - 12/04/2023
Firmware Versions: Xpeak_R / Xpeak_D / Xpeak_BP: CPU 2.2.5 or higher
Xpeak_IF: CPU 2.2.5 / AoIP CPU 4.2.5.1 or higher
Xplorer: CPU 1.00.022 or higher
Software Versions: Xpeak 1.0.5 or higher
Xpeak Virtual 1.0.2 or higher

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................... 5
1.1. Product Concept. ............................................................................................................... 5
1.1.1. A global intercom for local or remote production. ................................................... 5
1.1.2. Basic functionality in detail...................................................................................... 5
1.1.3. Devices comprising the system. ............................................................................. 7
1.1.4. Operating modes..................................................................................................... 7
1.2. Xpeak_R and Xpeak_D user panels description. .............................................................. 8
1.3. Xpeak_BP wired beltpack description. .............................................................................. 9
1.4. Xplorer for Xpeak wireless beltpack description. ............................................................. 10
1.5. Xpeak_IF I/O Interface Description.................................................................................. 12
1.6. Xpeak Virtual application description............................................................................... 12
2. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICES. .................................................................... 13
2.1. Physical description of Xpeak_R and Xpeak_D user panels........................................... 13
2.1.1. Front panels description........................................................................................ 13
2.1.2. Rear panels description. ....................................................................................... 14
2.2. Physical description of the Xpeak_BP wired user beltpack............................................. 15
2.2.1. Front panel description. ........................................................................................ 15
2.2.2. Rear panel description. ......................................................................................... 16
2.3. Physical description of the Xplorer for Xpeak wireless user beltpack. ............................ 17
2.3.1. Front panel description. ........................................................................................ 17
2.3.2. Other elements...................................................................................................... 18
2.3.3. Headset connector. ............................................................................................... 18
2.3.4. Description of the Charging Terminal. .................................................................. 19
2.4. Physical description of Xpeak_IF I/O interface. ............................................................... 20
2.4.1. Front panel description. ........................................................................................ 20
2.4.2. Rear panel description. ......................................................................................... 20
3. MENUS DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................... 22
3.1. Xpeak_R and Xpeak_D menus........................................................................................ 22
3.1.1. "Xpeak" menu. ...................................................................................................... 24
3.1.1.1. "Mute Key" option.................................................................................... 24
3.1.1.2. "Dev. Name" option................................................................................. 24
3.1.1.3. "Key Auto" option. ................................................................................... 25
3.1.1.4. "Key Config" option. ................................................................................ 25
3.1.1.5. "Key Delete" option. ................................................................................ 25
3.1.1.6. "Erase Config" option. ............................................................................. 26
3.1.2. "Mode" menu......................................................................................................... 26
3.1.3. "Connection" menu. .............................................................................................. 26
3.1.4. "Options" menu. .................................................................................................... 27
3.1.5. "Info" menu............................................................................................................ 28
3.1.6. Menu differences in other operating modes. ........................................................ 28
3.1.6.1. All modes except Xpeak. ........................................................................ 28
3.1.6.2. Conexia and CrossNET modes. ............................................................. 28
3.1.6.3. EasyNET and EasyNET G722 modes. ................................................... 29
3.2. Xpeak_BP menus. ........................................................................................................... 30
3.2.1. "Xpeak" menu. ...................................................................................................... 31
3.2.1.1. "Mute Key" option.................................................................................... 31
3.2.1.2. "Dev. Name" option................................................................................. 32
3.2.1.3. "Key Auto" option. ................................................................................... 32
3.2.1.4. "Key Config" option. ................................................................................ 32
3.2.1.5. "Key Delete" option. ................................................................................ 33
3.2.1.6. "Erase Config" option. ............................................................................. 33
3.2.2. "Mode" menu......................................................................................................... 33
3.2.3. "Connection" menu. .............................................................................................. 34
3.2.4. "Options" menu. .................................................................................................... 35
3.2.5. "Info" menu............................................................................................................ 35

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3.2.6. Menu differences in other operating modes. ........................................................ 36
3.2.6.1. All modes except Xpeak. ........................................................................ 36
3.2.6.2. Conexia and CrossNET modes. ............................................................. 36
3.2.6.3. EasyNET and EasyNET G722 modes. ................................................... 36
3.3. Xplorer for Xpeak menus. ................................................................................................ 37
3.3.1. "XPEAK" menu...................................................................................................... 38
3.3.2. "MODE" menu....................................................................................................... 38
3.3.3. "CONNECTION" menu. ........................................................................................ 39
3.3.4. "SETTINGS" menu................................................................................................ 41
3.3.5. "STATUS" menu. .................................................................................................. 44
3.3.6. Menu differences in other operating modes. ........................................................ 45
3.3.6.1. All modes except Xpeak. ........................................................................ 45
3.3.6.2. Conexia and CrossNET modes. ............................................................. 45
3.3.6.3. EasyNET and EasyNET G722 modes. ................................................... 46
3.4. Xpeak_IF menus. ............................................................................................................. 47
3.4.1. "Connection" menu. .............................................................................................. 47
3.4.2. "Options" menu. .................................................................................................... 48
3.4.3. "Info" menu............................................................................................................ 49
4. INSTALLATION AND USE OF "XPEAK VIRTUAL"APPLICATION. ................................... 50
4.1. Running the application. License activation..................................................................... 50
4.2. Software operation. .......................................................................................................... 53
4.2.1. Cross-point activation buttons............................................................................... 56
4.2.2. Software configuration. ......................................................................................... 57
4.2.3. Use of the application without mouse. .................................................................. 59
5. INSTALLATION AND USE OF CONFIGURATION AND CONTROL APPLICATIONS. ...... 60
5.1. Configuration and control applications for PC. ................................................................ 60
5.2. "AEQ Xpeak": Xpeak configuration and control software. ............................................... 60
5.2.1. Introduction. .......................................................................................................... 60
5.2.2. Screen organization and preliminary definitions. .................................................. 61
5.2.3. Menus. .................................................................................................................. 62
5.2.3.1. Upper left menu. Upper line with drop-down menus .............................. 62
5.2.3.2. Upper left menu. Lower line with icons . ................................................. 66
5.2.3.3. Upper right window menu. ...................................................................... 72
5.2.4. Software operation. ............................................................................................... 74
5.2.4.1. Configuration of network parameters...................................................... 74
5.2.4.2. Scheme background image selection. .................................................... 74
5.2.4.3. New devices, groups and families. ......................................................... 76
5.2.4.4. Working on the scheme. ......................................................................... 79
5.2.4.5. Devices or groups detail display. ............................................................ 80
5.2.4.6. Editing the name of a device, group or family......................................... 81
5.2.4.7. Editing the configuration of devices or groups........................................ 81
5.2.4.7.1. Editing the buttons of a device....................................................... 84
5.2.4.7.2. Editing the GPIs of a device........................................................... 88
5.2.4.8. Editing the members and color of a family.............................................. 89
5.2.4.9. Communication flows scheme. ............................................................... 90
5.2.4.10. Deleting devices, buttons, groups and families. ................................... 91
5.2.4.11. Snooping. .............................................................................................. 91
5.2.4.12. Audio test. ............................................................................................. 92
5.2.4.13. Use of the application without mouse. .................................................. 92
5.3. Xpeak network virtualization tools.................................................................................... 93
5.3.1. Operating principle. ............................................................................................... 93
5.3.2. Data of a unit and its network to install and activate the virtual network. ............. 93
5.3.3. Configuration......................................................................................................... 94
5.3.3.1. Configuration software. ........................................................................... 94
5.3.3.2. Local panels configuration. ..................................................................... 95
5.3.3.3. Remote panel connection. ...................................................................... 96
5.3.4. Configuration of communication keys between panels......................................... 97

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6. FIRMWARE UPGRADE.......................................................................................................... 98
7. A.E.Q. GUARANTEE............................................................................................................ 102
8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.............................................................................................. 103

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1. INTRODUCTION.
1.1. Product Concept.
1.1.1. A global intercom for local or remote production.
In conventional AV/Media production, the intercom is an essential tool for the technical
coordination of everyone involved: directors, producers, camera operators, presenters, floor
managers, audio and lighting teams, etc.
Remote production is nowadays a standard part of operations. The need to produce Television
and Radio minimizing the mobilizing and remote deployment of technical personnel, has
become a fact. It is now required that Production personnel is able to work from different
locations, some of them temporary (hotels, stadiums, etc.).
Until now, these situations have been resolved by connecting intercom systems to audiocodecs
and IP telephony systems and configuring the systems separately, which involves the
deployment of expensive systems and the development of complex connection and set-up
tasks.
For this reason, we have created Xpeak, an intercom system that incorporates virtual network
technology, through an automatic global interconnection Wizard. The Wizard avoids the
difficulties of creating a virtual network and configuring the devices to work on it.
In Xpeak, different hardware or software user panels are interconnected as if they were all part
of the same physical production center. It doesn’t matter whether they are on the same LAN
network, or if they are dispersed in different places with access to Internet or to a WAN - they
will all connect.
On the other hand, the system does not need a matrix: the elements of the system form a
network of P2P (peer-to-peer) devices with Ethernet virtualization. Further, an intercom system
is a mission critical tool that must neither fail nor be vulnerable to cyber attacks. Therefore,
Xpeak includes advanced security features such as access control rules, security control and
traffic encryption.
You do not have to have a static IP, nor do you need a dynamic DNS, nor do you need to set
port forwarding, because each user panel is automatically configured according to the local
network of this location. It works immediately in all network environments, even on very
restrictive networks.
1.1.2. Basic functionality in detail.
•System dimensions: Up to 28 user terminals or external inputs and outputs.
•Two working modes:
oIntercom mode in which each key of a user terminal can be configured with the
same functions as in a system with an AEQ matrix.
o4-channel Party-Line mode, which hardly requires any configuration.
•Intercommunication between the members of a domain regardless of their location. The
panels can work in a local LAN network or in a WAN network that can be global in
nature through the Internet. In this case, intelligent connectivity is available through
virtual network technology, through an automatic global interconnection wizard, which
simplifies configuration, discovering the elements of the system within the domain.
Connection without opening ports in routers, to use terminals in locations such as
hotels, homes, or others without access to a support technician.

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•Virtual network architecture allows a device to subscribe to different virtual networks on
demand as needed.
•The system and its elements are compatible with previous intercom systems bearing
the AEQ and KROMA brands.
•System is configured from the user panels themselves. There is also an optimized
configuration tool, online and offline, for the most complex environments.
•With common user terminal architectures: stationary, desktop, wired beltpack, wireless
beltpack and PC application.
•The wired user terminals support USB and Bluetooth headsets from the most basic, to
the highest quality and best features.
•Rack and desktop equipment will use 4-way levers instead of keys, for easier operation
of basic functions: Listen, Talk, and adjust the receive volume.
•Additional equipment is included to provide analog, digital and IP audio inputs and
outputs to the system.
•The equipment has been designed to be very cost effective with optimum performance.
•Great audio quality (HD Voice up to 7 kHz) with bit rate limited to 64 kbps.
•The system can exchange RTP / G722 streams with audiocodecs.
IMPORTANT NOTE: It is not possible to use switches or devices with EEE (Energy Efficient
Ethernet or Green Ethernet) enabled in networks with Xpeak equipment. Therefore, it is
recommended that:
1. If you use managed switches, ensure that they allow EEE to be disabled. Make sure
that EEE is disabled on all ports used for Xpeak system.

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2. If you use unmanaged switches, do not use those that support the EEE function,
because you cannot disable that option in these switches.
1.1.3. Devices comprising the system.
The system is composed by the following terminals:
•Xpeak_R: Rackmount User Panel.
•Xpeak_D: Desktop User Panel.
•Xpeak_BP: Wired Beltpack.
•Xplorer beltpack now offers a working mode specially designed to integrate with Xpeak.
•Xpeak Virtual: App for PC.
•Xpeak_IF: I/O Interface.
1.1.4. Operating modes.
•Xpeak specific modes:
oVirtual Matrix Mode: A matrix-less system is configured on Xpeak panels and
beltpacks. It is compatible with Xplorer wireless system, were keys (8 in
stationary devices and 4 in the beltpacks) are programmed with the same
flexibility found in AEQ-KROMA matrix-based systems. Max capacity of this
matrix is up to 28 panels. Audio quality is 7 kHz HD-voice.
oParty-Line HD mode: A Party-Line system is configured on Xpeak panels and
beltpacks, offering 4 channels and compatible with Xplorer wireless system.
Through 4 keys, each terminal’s talk destination and listening source can be
selected. Audio quality is 7 kHz HD-voice.
•Legacy modes:
oCrossNET mode: Xpeak panels turn into 8-key CrossNET user panels, and
Xpeak_BP turns into a 4-key one. Audio quality is Kroma G711.
oConexia mode: Xpeak panels turn into 8-key Conexia user panels, and
Xpeak_BP turns into a 4-key one. Audio quality is 7 kHz HD-voice.

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oEasyNET mode: The new panels and beltpacks turn into EasyNET Party-Line
panels, which are compatible with the current ones and with Xplorer. Audio
quality is Kroma G711.
1.2. Xpeak_R and Xpeak_D user panels description.
Ergonomics:
•8 x 4-way cross-point levers with
associated RGB LED.
•2 screens for menu and
contextual information
associated with the levers.
•Rotary encoder, menu key and
signaling LEDs.
•Internal power supply.
•Internal 1Gbps Ethernet switch,
with two external RJ45 network
ports to connect panels in "Daisy
Chain" to a single switch port.
•GPIOs: 10-pin mini-Hartmann
connector includes 2 opto-
coupled GPIs and 2 GPOs, one
external circuit power pin, and
ground.
•Bluetooth: The equipment incorporates a Bluetooth connection as an audio interface
with a telephone or headset.
•Front audio:
oGooseneck electret microphone supplied with the panel.
oInternal speaker that develops 84dB SPL @ 1 m.
•USB Audio:
oFront USB for headset.
oRear USB Type B: To incorporate PC audio.
•Bluetooth audio: The equipment can be paired with a Bluetooth device, for example a
headset or a smartphone.
It combines audio signals that arrive at the equipment from the different devices.
Dimensions and weight:
•Xpeak_R: Front: 482.6 x 44.5 mm. Depth 103 mm. Weight: 1.87 Kg.
•Xpeak_D: Front: 217 x 105 mm. Depth 101 mm. Weight: 1.46 Kg.

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Functional:
•Programming of two functions (for example, listen and talk+listen) and volume on each
lever for a crossover point.
•Lever paging: 2 pages of levers, total 16 virtual levers.
•Echo cancellation process.
1.3. Xpeak_BP wired beltpack description.
Ergonomics:
•4 cross-point keys with associated RGB LED.
•Screen for menu and contextual information associated with the keys, with ON and OFF
function.
•Two rotary encoders for volume.
•Two menu keys.
•USB: 1 rear USB connector for headset.
•Bluetooth for audio interface with a telephone or headset .
•Ethernet network connection. RJ45 connector with interlocking.
•PoE power supply.
•GPO: One GPO output through two pins.
•Mechanics: Anti-shock plastic beltpack.
Dimensions and weight:
•Front: Width: 92 mm. Height: 70 mm.
•Depth: 130 mm.
•Weight: 327 gr.
Functional:
•Keys pagination: 2 pages, total 8 virtual keys.
•Echo cancellation.
•Group LEDs: The LEDs that accompany each key have a programmable color to
indicate the group to which each key belongs.
•Front light signalling of incoming call.
The signalling of the key and communication status is carried out in the quadrant corresponding
to each key in the idle screen of the display.

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1.4. Xplorer for Xpeak wireless beltpack description.
Ergonomics:
•4 cross-point keys with associated LED.
•Screen for menu and contextual information associated with the keys.
•Two rotary encoders for volume and menu navigation.
•Two menu keys.
•Rear connector for specific headset.
•Ethernet network connection via WiFi.
•Power through rechargeable batteries. 20 hours of operation.
•Recharge at the charging station.
•Mechanics: Anti-shock plastic beltpack.
Dimensions and weight:
•Front: Width: 92 mm. Height: 70 mm.
•Depth: 130 mm.
•Weight: 365 gr.
Functional:
Xplorer terminals can be ordered on demand ready with capability to operate in XPeak systems,
with the following functional characteristics:
•Internal programming of the Xpeak functionality.
•On-screen display of Xpeak status and menus.
•2 pages of keys, total 8 virtual keys.
•SDN support for virtual network.
•Group LEDs: User group On-screen signalling.
•Party-Line operating mode with high quality audio G722.
•Virtual Matrix operating mode with high quality audio G722.
•Local reprogramming of keys in virtual matrix mode.

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Charging Terminal functional description:
It has slots to simultaneously charge 2 or 5 devices.
Charging terminal for 5 devices
Each slot has 2 associated LEDs:
•A green interior LED to assist in positioning.
IMPORTANT: if this LED is off or blinking this slot should NOT be used: there is some
supply problem and it may damage the device.
•An upper LED that indicates charging activity:
oit's off when there's no device in the slot.
oit turns on red when the device is charging.
oand green when charging is finished.
oif it turns off while charging it indicates a problem during this process, such as
charge/precharge time exceeded, overvoltage or battery disconnection).
The charger receives continuous power current from an external power supply. Devices can be
charged both being on and off (if the device is on, the approximate current charge level is
displayed on its screen: it's recommended to wait until the upper LED of the charging terminal
turns on green to consider the device fully charged).
Technical specifications:
•Charging terminal for 5 devices:
oDimensions: 430 x 65 x 182 mm.
oWeight: 2.2 Kg.
oInput voltage: 12 - 15VDC (external power adapter supplied with 100 - 240 VAC
50/60Hz input).
oMaximum consumption: 40W.
oCharge time, full cycle: approximately 7 h.
•Charging terminal for 2 devices:
oDimensions: 175 x 65 x 182 mm.
oWeight: 950 gr.
oInput voltage: 12 - 15VDC (external power adapter supplied with 100 - 240 VAC
50/60Hz input).
oMaximum consumption: 16W.
oCharge time, full cycle: approximately 7 h.

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1.5. Xpeak_IF I/O Interface Description.
Ergonomics:
•4 Channel audio I/O converter for analog, USB and AoIP Dante / AES67 to 4
bidirectional G722 encoded channels that integrates with the virtual matrix or the Party-
Line system.
•USB connection: The 4 USB audio ports are type B and allow you to connect audio
from a PC.
•Ethernet connection: Internal switch with two external network ports. Different uses:
daisy chain, separation between Dante audio and encoded audio + Control.
•GPIOs: Mini-Hartmann connectors include 4 opto-coupled GPIs and 4 GPOs, external
power pin and ground.
•1.54" color TFT screen: Allows information such as IP address, audio presence and
status to be displayed.
•Encoder and menu key to navigate the user interface and facilitate configuration and
status viewing.
Dimensions and weight:
•Front: Width: 482.6 mm. Height: 44.5 mm.
•Depth: 155 mm.
•Weight: 2.42 Kg.
1.6. Xpeak Virtual application description.
•Virtual user panel.
•PC software.
•Windows operating system.
•16 virtual crossover keys.
•Compatible with Xpeak in all work
modes.
•Adaptive screen configuration:
vertical, horizontal or square.

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2. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICES.
In order to understand each unit’s wiring, installation and operation procedures, first it is
necessary to get used to the connectors and the rest of specific elements found in the device’s
front and rear panels.
2.1. Physical description of Xpeak_R and Xpeak_D user panels.
2.1.1. Front panels description.
1. Microphone connector. This connector is valid exclusively for the provided condenser
microphone.
2. USB connector for optional headset. A-type connector compatible with any USB standard
headset. When connected, the local microphone and integrated loudspeaker are
deactivated.
3. 8 x 2-axis lever keys. Each one has an associated RGB LED.
4. 1,54” TFT Color screens.
5. Rotary encoder with push-button. During operation, the push-button activates the MUTE
function, and the attached indicator is illuminated.
6. Page and configuration menu access key.
7. Integrated loudspeaker.

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2.1.2. Rear panels description.
1. Power supply connector. AC inlet, fuse and fuse-holder. This device includes an internal
AC/DC power supply, admitting 100 - 240 V AC +/-10%, 50-60Hz (universal auto-range).
Standard 3-pin IEC connector.
2. Dual Ethernet port. Two Ethernet RJ45 10/100BaseT connectors can be found which are
used to connect the interface to the network using IP protocols. This allows for direct
connections to a switch and also several panels can be connected in Daisy Chain using a
single switch port. Any of the two Ethernet connectors allow for these connections, as the
panel includes an internal switch.
Detail of ETHERNET connectors
Physically, both are RJ45 10/100/1000, connectors, with the pinout described below:
RJ45 connector pinout
3. USB type-B connector for connection to a PC. Digital USB audio input / output on a B-type
female connector. Inputs are in digital format and mono, as they are designed to incorporate
or extract audio to/from the Intercom system.
Pin 4:
Blue
Pin 3:
White and Green
Pin 2:
Orange
Pin 1:
White and Orange
Pin 5:
White and Blue
Pin 6:
Green
Pin 7:
White and Brown
Pin 8:
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When connecting this port to a PC by means of a proper USB cable, the PC will
automatically detect a new audio device (that is displayed as “USB Audio CODEC”). Audio
towards the intercom system can be sent from any audio playback software as if it was an
external professional-grade soundcard. Also, audio from the Intercom can be recorded on
the PC using any audio recording software. This audio comes from the channels which
have been routed to the corresponding output.
This virtual sound card is “plug&play" under Microsoft Windows™ and Apple Computer Mac
OS™, operating system, and they don’t require any specific driver.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Shielded cable is required to make the connection between the USB
port and PC.
4. 2 GPIOs multi-pin connector. A 10-pin, 3.5mm pitch pluggable connector can be found. A
screw-terminal male block is provided with the unit. As seen from the rear, and from left to
right, the + and – pins for each of the two GPIs are available. Then, a 5V supply output and
ground, and then the + and – pins for each of the two GPOs.
5V supply is provided to bias external devices such as transistors closing the GPO contacts.
Connecting a 4K7 ohm resistor in series with every circuit is recommended. In any case,
max. supplied current is 50mA, so the equivalent resistance between +5V and GND must
always be >100 ohm.
2.2. Physical description of the Xpeak_BP wired user beltpack.
2.2.1. Front panel description.

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1. Programmable key. By default, direct paging and microphone mute.
2. RGB LEDs associated to the direct-access or channel selection keys.
3. Programmable key. By default, enters a menu with access to configuration options and
keyboard lock.
4. Four programmable keys for direct cross-point access or channel selection when operating
in Party-Line mode.
5. Status indicator.
6. TFT Screen.
7. Incoming audio level indicator for the key-associated circuit.
8. Key frame: indicates the status of each key (grey=inactive key, green=active key, red /
blinking red or yellow = different conversation states).
9. Key label indicating the remote-peer name or group.
10. External access symbol (active TRV): system is open to remote correspondents.
11. Panel name label showing its name within the Intercom system.
12. Page number. In systems based on virtual or physical matrix, pages are identified by the
color and number displayed in the center area of the screen.
13. Muted microphone indicator.
2.2.2. Rear panel description.
1. General volume adjustment.
2. Pressed-key volume adjustment. It corresponds to the first key by default.
3. Ethernet + PoE port.
4. GPO connection.
5. USB headset connection.

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2.3. Physical description of the Xplorer for Xpeak wireless user beltpack.
2.3.1. Front panel description.
1. Programmable key. By default, access MENU to configuration options and keyboard LOCK.
The function of the key at all times is related to the information indicated on the label
located on the screen, just below the key. Each key can have two functions, one is activated
with a short press and the other with a long press.
2. Status indicator.
3. Programmable key. By default, PAGE (direct paging of keys 1, 2, 3 and 4) and microphone
MUTE. The function of the key at all times is related to the information indicated on the label
located on the screen, just below the key. Each key can have two functions, one is activated
with a short press and the other with a long press.
4. Four programmable keys for direct access to communication channels, or channel selection
in Party-Line mode, engraved with the numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4. The function of each key at
any time is related to the information indicated in the nearest screen quadrant. Short press
activates or deactivates the communication (latch mode). Long press activates the
communication while the key is pressed (PTT mode). With these 4 keys, complemented by
the PAGE key that develops 4 sets of 4 keys, 16 different communications can be
managed.
5. 2.4” TFT Display.
6. WiFi Level indicator. 4 levels, according to the number of visible arcs and lack of coverage
indicated with red slash.
7. Mute indicator for the user's microphone.
8. User terminal name label.
9. Battery level indicator.
10. Four tri-color LED mode indicators. They usually indicate the programming mode of the
intercom channel that is accessed with the key next to the LED.
11. Input level indicator for each contact or destination.

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2.3.2. Other elements.
12. Rotary encoders: general volume, particular volume, movement between menus and other
functions.
13. Headset connector, "Tini-QG" (mini-XLR), underneath. See section 2.3.3.
14. ON/OFF Switch, underneath. In order to turn off the unit, press and keep pressed for 5
seconds.
15. Belt anchors (to be used as a shoulder strap with tape, or with a carabiner).
16. Belt hook.
17. Charging connector.
2.3.3. Headset connector.
Micro-headphone headsets are connected to a male "Tini-QG" connector
located at the bottom of the unit. The input stage for the headset’s
microphone is designed to be used with "electret" capsules homologated by
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Technical specifications vary from one headset to another, and compatibility with a non-
homologated mode must be consulted first.
The "Tini-QG" connector pinout is as follows:
Tini-QG FUNCTION
1 Microphone GND
2 Earphone (speaker) output -
3 Microphone input
4 Earphone (speaker) output +
2.3.4. Description of the Charging Terminal.
It has slots to simultaneously charge 2 or 5 devices.
Charging terminal for 5 devices
Each slot has 2 associated LEDs:
•A green interior LED to assist in positioning.
IMPORTANT: if this LED is off or blinking this slot should NOT be used: there is some
supply problem and it may damage the device.
•An upper LED that indicates charging activity:
oit's off when there's no device in the slot.
oit turns on red when the device is charging.
oand green when charging is finished.
oif it turns off while charging it indicates a problem during this process, such as
charge/precharge time exceeded, overvoltage or battery disconnection).
The charger receives continuous power current from an external power supply. Devices can be
charged both being on and off (if the device is on, the approximate current charge level is
displayed on its screen: it's recommended to wait until the upper LED of the charging terminal
turns on green to consider the device fully charged).

AEQ XPEAK
IP Intercom System
20
2.4. Physical description of Xpeak_IF I/O interface.
2.4.1. Front panel description.
1. USB type A.
2. Screen.
3. Rotary encoder with push button.
4. Key.
2.4.2. Rear panel description.
1. Power supply connector. AC inlet, fuse and fuse-holder. This device includes an internal
AC/DC power supply, admitting 100 - 240 V AC +/-10%, 50-60Hz (universal auto-range).
Standard 3-pin IEC connector.
2. USB type-B connectors to connect to a PC. The module includes 4 Digital USB audio input /
outputs, on 4 B-type female connector. Inputs are in digital format and mono, as they are
designed to incorporate or extract audio to/from the Intercom system.
Each of the four USB ports provides 1 digital input and 1 digital output.
When connecting any of the 4 USB ports to a PC, the PC will automatically detect a new
audio device (that is displayed as “USB Audio CODEC”). Audio towards the intercom
system can be sent from any audio playback software as if it was an external professional-
grade soundcard. Also, audio from the Intercom can be recorded on the PC using any audio
recording software. This audio comes from the channels which have been routed to the
corresponding output.
This virtual sound card is "plug&play" under Microsoft Windows™ and Apple Computer Mac
OS™, operating system, and they don’t require any specific driver. If several USB ports
from one or more USB modules are connected to the same PC, the operating system will
mount a new audio device per port, which will be identified as "USB Audio CODEC", "USB
Audio CODEC (2)"…up to "USB Audio CODEC (4)"
IMPORTANT NOTE: Shielded cable is required to make the connection between the USB
port and PC.
3. Dual Ethernet port. Two Ethernet RJ45 10/100BaseT connectors can be found which are
used to connect the interface to the network using IP protocols.
Detail of ETHERNET connectors