Audio Technica ATCS-60 Installation guide

Infrared Conference System
ATCS-60
Features
• Infrared operation avoids problems associated with RF
wireless systems
• ATCS-60 keeps signals safe & secure, with no information leakage
• Flexible system conguration, intuitive operation
• Microphone & camera settings can be controlled by a PC running
optional software
• Using ID switch methodology, the ATCS-60 guarantees prompt
and responsive communication
• The chairperson can override other units with the “all nish”
function
• Provides low-battery indication
• Built-in speaker and headphone jack with personal volume control
• Selectable automatic/manual mode
• Simultaneous interpretation: Up to 4 separate channels for multi-
language meetings
Description
Audio-Technica’s ATCS-60 infrared conference system offers secure
wireless communication with exible system conguration and up to
four separate channels for multi-language meetings. While typical UHF
wireless systems broadcast through walls, the ATCS-60 keeps signals
secure, permitting no information leakage.
Audio-Technica wireless infrared technology provides the user with
exibility while conguring the system and freedom of choice when
placing microphones. From intimate meetings to large boardrooms and
events, the ATCS-60 adapts to meet users’ needs.
Up to four separate channels make the ATCS-60 ideal for multi-language
meetings, making it possible to have one mother tongue and three
additional translations. Additional features include an automated camera
function facilitating audio visual integration and the option of software
control, allowing the user to adjust camera position and microphone
settings from “Conference Manager” software. The upgradable structure
of the system makes it easier to adapt to specic conference setups.
By utilizing ID switch methodology, the ATCS-60 guarantees prompt and
responsive communication. The chairperson’s unit has control to override
all other units with the “all nish” function.
The user can select from automatic and manual operating modes. In the
automatic mode, the microphone is turned on when spoken into and
turned off when there is no voice. The holding time can be altered to
cater to users’ needs. In manual mode, the simple operation of pressing
the TALK (speech) button enables the on/off switching.
The 19" rackmountable ATCS-C60 master control unit can be congured
to control functions including the number of delegate units with priority
settings, select automatic or traditional button press modes, adjust
threshold for automatic mode, adjust hold time, and control output of
up to ve separate audio channels via available software. The number of
units with priority settings can be selected. The ATCS-C60 provides the
option for FIFO “First In rst Out” or FILO “First In Last Out” modes
when selecting which order people speak. Automatic mode and manual
or traditional button press mode are both available. Other features
include: adjustable threshold setting for automatic mode, adjustable hold
time for how the microphone stays on after speaking, and direct output
of up to 5 separate audio channels can be output via available software.
The wall- or ceiling-mounted ATCS-A60 IR transmitter/receiver connects
to the C60 master control unit via BNC coaxial cable. Use of separate
ATCS-D60 distributor units allows up to sixteen A60 transmitter/receivers
to be used simultaneously to cover larger venues. Utilizing an automated
gain gives the A60 greater IR performance.
The ATCS-M60 delegate unit offers unique DSP voice detection, built-in
loudspeaker, headphone output and four monitor channels to allow for
multiple language translations. Microphones can turn on automatically
when a voice is detected. Unique DSP voice detection ignores the sound
of rustling papers when using the automatic microphone mode. It offers
built-in loudspeaker and headphone output for personal amplication
negating the need for an additional P.A. system. It enables simultaneous
speech by up to 5 people. Priority setting function may enable priority to
microphones other than the chairperson unit. Four monitor channels are
available to easily integrate multiple language translations. When battery
life is low, both the power LED and microphone LED will ash rapidly as
a warning.
The ATCS-60MIC dedicated microphone is a double-gooseneck
hypercardioid condenser microphone with an XLR-type output that
connects to the M60 delegate unit. This standard-length microphone
(43 cm overall length) is ideal for conferences.
The ATCS-L60MIC dedicated microphone is the long-length (58 cm
overall length) offering of the double-gooseneck hypercardioid condenser
microphone. Like the shorter version, it offers an XLR-type output for
connection to the M60 delegate unit.
ATCS-C60MAG software is the standard version of ATCS-60 Conference
Manager software. It is supplied free of charge with each C60 master
control unit and allows complete control over all basic system functions,
including number of speakers, speaker order, individual volume,
thresholds and audio routing for interpretation integration. ATCS-60MAG-
REG is the extended version of the Conference Manager software.
It offers enhanced features that increase the capabilities of the ATCS-60,
permitting audio recording and video recording, with programmability to
allow cameras to follow the delegate unit currently in use. This innovative
feature makes the ATCS-60 ideal for video-conferencing and conference
relay with the minimal set-up obstacles.
The DMQ-60 monaural earphone is designed for clear intelligible audio,
and provides a comfortable t for either ear.
The ATCS-B60 battery charger is an intelligent quick-charger with 10
individual advanced monitor sockets, taking only 5.5 hours for a full
charge. Exclusively manufactured high-specication LI-240 lithium-ion
batteries are specially designed for the ATCS-M60 unit.
The 1-in 2-out ATCS-D60 distributor allows up to sixteen A60 transmitter/
receivers to be used simultaneously to cover larger venues.

ATCS-60
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
Audio-Technica Limited, Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England
©2010 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. audio-technica.com 0001-0265-00
Architect’s and Engineer’s Specications
The infrared conference system shall offer exible system conguration
and up to four separate channels for multi-language meetings. Additional
features shall include an automated camera function facilitating audio
visual integration and the option of software control, allowing the user
to adjust camera position and microphone settings from software.
The infrared conference system shall utilize ID switch methodology for
prompt and responsive unit selection. The chairperson’s unit shall be
permitted to override all other units with the “all nish” function. When
battery life is low, both the power LED and microphone LED shall ash
rapidly as a warning.
Selectable automatic and manual modes shall be offered. In the
automatic mode, the microphone shall be turned on when spoken into
and turned off when there is no voice. The holding time shall be alterable.
In manual mode, pressing the TALK (speech) button shall enable the on/
off switching.
Available components and accessories shall include:
A 19" rackmountable master control unit shall be congurable to control
functions including the number of delegate units with priority settings,
select automatic or traditional button press modes, adjust threshold
for automatic mode and output up to ve separate audio channels via
software. The number of units with priority settings shall be selectable.
The master control unit shall provide the option for FIFO “First In rst
Out” or FILO “First In Last Out” modes when selecting which order
people speak. Automatic mode and manual or traditional button press
mode shall both be available. Other features shall include: adjustable
threshold setting for automatic mode, adjustable hold time for how long
the microphone stays on after speaking, and direct output of up to 5
separate audio channels that can be output via the software.
A wall- or ceiling-mounted transmitter/receiver shall connect to the
master control unit via BNC coaxial cable. Use of separate distributor
units shall allow up to sixteen transmitter/receivers to be used
simultaneously to cover larger venues.
A delegate unit shall offer unique DSP voice detection, a built-in
loudspeaker, a headphone output and four monitor channels to allow for
multiple language translations. Microphones shall turn on automatically
when a voice is detected. Unique DSP voice detection shall ignore the
sound of rustling papers when using the automatic microphone mode.
Built-in loudspeaker and headphone output for personal amplication
shall negate the need for an additional P.A. system. It shall enable
simultaneous speech by up to 5 people. Four monitor channels shall be
available to integrate multiple language translations.
A dedicated double-gooseneck hypercardioid condenser microphone with
43 cm overall length shall have an XLR-type output for connection to the
delegate unit. The 58 cm-long dedicated microphone shall offer an XLR-
type output for connection to the delegate unit.
A standard version of conference manager software shall be supplied
free of charge with each master control unit, allowing complete control
over all basic system functions, including number of speakers, speaker
order, individual volume, thresholds and audio routing for interpretation
integration. Enhanced features of the software shall increase the
capabilities of the system, permitting audio recording and video
recording, with programmability to allow cameras to follow the delegate
unit currently in use.
A monaural earphone shall offer clear intelligible audio, and provide a
comfortable t for either ear. A battery charger shall offer 10 individual
advanced monitor sockets, taking 5.5 hours for a full charge. Exclusively
manufactured high-specication LI-240 lithium-ion batteries shall be
designed for the delegate unit. The 1-in 2-out distributor shall allow up
to sixteen transmitter/receivers to be used simultaneously to cover
larger venues.
The specied infrared conference system shall be an Audio-Technica
ATCS-60 infrared conference system.
The specied component(s) shall be Audio-Technica (note to specier
– choose components): ATCS-C60 master control unit, ATCS-A60 IR
transmitter/receiver, ATCS-M60 delegate unit, ATCS-60MIC dedicated
microphone, ATCS-L60MIC dedicated microphone (Long),
ATCS-C60MAG-REG software, DMQ-60 monaural earphone, ATCS-B60
battery charger, LI-240 lithium-ion batteries, ATCS-D60 distributor
Specications ATCS-C60 – Master Control Unit
1–10 MHz
Voice 5 ch; monitor 4 ch; data 2 ch
FM modulation
9,600 bps
(-10 dBV, unbalanced) 4 systems
(-10 dBV, unbalanced) 1 system
(-10 dBV, balanced) 1 system (-50 dBV, unbal.)
1 system
(-10 dBV, unbalanced) 5 systems
(-10 dBV, unbalanced) 1 system
(-10 dBV, balanced) 1 system
(-10 dBV, unbalanced) 2 systems
AC 100–240V
4.2 kg (main body only)
2 rack adapters, 6 rack adapter installation
screws, 5 mini drivers, AC power cord
ATCS-M60 – Delegate Unit
1–10 MHz
Voice 5 ch; monitor 4 ch; data 2 ch
FM modulation
9,600 bps
8 Ω, 2W
Ø 3.5 mm monaural mini-jack
Dedicated lithium-ion battery with 7.4 VDC,
2400 mAh or AC adapter with 12 VDC, 1A
6 hours
10 hours
187 mm W x 75.5 mm H x 149 mm D
0.6 kg (microphone and battery excluded)
LI-240 lithium-ion battery, AC adapter
ATCS-60MIC, ATCS-L60MIC
Dedicated Microphones
Fixed-charge back plate
Hypercardioid
200–5,000 Hz
(0 dB = 1V/ 1 pa, 1 kHz) -45 dB
100 dB S.P.L. (1 kHz, THD 1%)
(1 kHz, 1 pa) > 61 dB
< 680 Ω, unbalanced
Matte black
115 g (ATCS-60MIC)
Bandwidth
Number of channels
Modulation method
Infrared data communication
Audio input
Monitor input
External input 1
External input 2
Audio output
Direct output
Output 1
Output 2
Recording output
Power supply
Weight
Accessories
Bandwidth
Number of channels
Modulation method
Infrared data communication
Speaker output
Headphone output
Power supply
Standard operation time
Continuous speeches
Signal reception status
Dimensions
Weight
Optional accessories
Model
Polar pattern
Frequency response
Sensitivity
Maximum input sound level
Signal-to-noise ratio
Output impedance
Finish
Weight
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