Beyerdynamic Orbis User manual

Orbis
CONFERENCE SYSTEM
Operating Instructions

Orbis – Contents 3
1. Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
1.1 Orbis CU Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
1.2 Orbis MU Microphone Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
1.3 Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
2. Orbis CU Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
2.1 Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
3. Orbis MU Microphone Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9
3.1 Controls and Indicators and Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9
3.2 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14
3.2.1 Orbis MU 23/21 Microphone Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14
3.2.2 Orbis MU 43/41 Built-in Microphone Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15
3.2.3 Orbis SU 63 System Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17
4. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19
4.1 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19
4.2 Menu Settings Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 22
4.3 Status Displays of the Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 26
4.4 Recording of the Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28
4.5 How to Connect a Gooseneck Microphone to the Microphone Unit . . Page 29
4.6 How to Turn the Microphone on/off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 29
4.7 Buttons and Functions of the Chairman Microphone Unit . . . . . . . Page 30
4.8 Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 30
4.9 Operation with Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 30
4.10 Configuration of the Microphone Units/System Units . . . . . . . . . . Page 31
4.11 How to Localise the Microphone Units/System Units . . . . . . . . . . Page 32
4.12 Reset Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 33
4.13 Maintenance Orbis MU Microphone Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 33
5. Application Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 34
5.1 Tele Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 34
5.2 Video Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 34
5.3 N-1 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 34
6. Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 35
7. Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 35
8. Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 40

Orbis – Safety Instructions
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Thank you for selecting the Orbis conference system from beyerdynamic.
Please take some time to read carefully through this manual before setting up the equipment.
1. Safety Instructions
1.1 Orbis CU Control Unit
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Exemption from liability
• beyerdynamic GmbH & Co. KG will not be liable if any damage, injury or accident occurs due to
negligent, incorrect or inappropriate operation of the product.
Location
• The equipment must be set up so that the mains switch, mains plug and all connections on the rear
of the device are easily accessible.
• If you transport the equipment to another location take care to ensure that it is adequately secured
and can never be damaged by being dropped or by impacts on the equipment.
Fire hazard
• Never place naked flames (e.g. candles) near the equipment.
Humidity / heat sources
• Never expose the equipment to rain or a high level of humidity. For this reason do not install it in
the immediate vicinity of swimming pools, showers, damp basement rooms or other areas with
unusually high atmospheric humidity.
• Never place objects containing liquid (e.g. vases or drinking glasses) on the equipment. Liquids in
the equipment could cause a short circuit.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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Connection
• Protect all cables from being walked on or pinched.
• Lay all connection cables so that they do not present a trip hazard.
• Whenever working on the inputs and outputs of the equipment switch off power.
• Check whether the connection figures comply with the existing mains supply. Serious damage could
occur due to connecting the system to the wrong power supply. An incorrect mains voltage could
damage the equipment or cause an electric shock.
• Please note that different operating voltages require the use of different types of power cable and
plugs.
Please refer to the following table:
• If the equipment causes a blown fuse or a short circuit, disconnect it from the mains and have it
checked and repaired.
• Do not hold the power supply with wet hands. There must be no water or dust on the contact pins.
In both cases you could receive an electric shock.
• The mains cable must be firmly connected. If it is loose there is a fire hazard.
• Always pull out the power supply from the mains and/or from the equipment by the plug – never by
the cable. The cable could be damaged and cause an electric shock or fire.
• Do not use the equipment if the power supply is damaged.
• If you connect defective or unsuitable accessories, the equipment could be damaged. Only use
connection cables available from or recommended by beyerdynamic. If you use cables you have
made up yourself, all claim to warranty is null and void.
• In order to switch off the device disconnect the power plug from the power socket.
Maintenance
• Only clean the equipment with a slightly damp or dry cloth. Never use solvents as these damage
the surface.
Trouble shooting and servicing
• Do not open the equipment without authorisation. You could receive an electric shock. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside.
• Leave all service work to authorised expert personnel.
1.2 Orbis MU Microphone Unit
Set up
• Always position the microphone units on a secure surface. If the microphone unit falls down, you
can hurt yourself or others or damage the microphone unit.
• To align the gooseneck microphone on the microphone unit and to avoid twisting it too far and
causing premature wear, please note that the gooseneck must be bent no further than an angle of
90° maximum.
Voltage Power plug according to standard
110 - 125 V UL817 and CSA C 22.2 no 42.
220 - 230 V CEE 7 page VII, SR section 107-2-D1/IEC 83 page C4.
240 V BS 1363 (1984): “Specification for 13A fused plugs and switched and un-switched socket
outlets.”

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Risk of injury
• If the microphone stations have a gooseneck microphone take care that you do not injure yourself
on this e.g. poke it into your eye.
Volume
• If the participants of a meeting use a headphone with the Orbis microphone units, please make sure
that the volume is not set too high via the Orbis control unit or the microphone unit itself. Other-
wise, the hearing of the participants could permanently be damaged.
1.3 Disposal
• This symbol on the product, in the instructions or on the packaging means that your
electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately
from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you
purchased the product.

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2. Orbis CU Control Unit
The Orbis CU control unit is the heart of the system. With one Orbis CU control unit a maximum of
8 speakers (e.g. 7 delegates and 1 chairman) can speak simultaneously. Each chairman unit in the
system is allocated to a channel.
The Orbis CU control unit has been designed for installations on tables. With optional accessories it
can be installed in a 19" rack.
When setting up the system, please follow the safety instructions in chapter 1.
Furthermore, please note
• the ambient temperature of the installation site must not exceed 40 °C [104 °F].
• there must be no exceeding dust and humidity at the installation site.
• that the unit is not exposed to direct sunlight.
• the connection must be protected against direct access during operation.
• the installation site must be protected against vibrations.
2.1 Controls and Indicators
Front View
Glass panel to display menu settings and status bar
Rotary encoder to select individual menus and to change settings
Corona
white = control unit active
flashing white = booting
red = control unit in standby mode
Slot for SD card
“REC” touch button for recording and other functions
   

RS 232 interface
Audio input, RCA phono, +2.2 dBu
Audio output, RCA phono, +2.2 dBu
Audio output, 3-pin XLR, +6 dBu
Connection for microphone units line 1, RJ45 (Warning: No Ethernet Connection)
Connection for microphone units line 2, RJ45 (Warning: No Ethernet Connection)
48 V DC connection for power supply unit
Important: Only use the power supply unit supplied by beyerdynamic.
Reset to restore the factory settings
      
Rear View
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
Bottom

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3. Orbis MU Microphone Unit
For the Orbis conference system there are different microphone units available:
• Orbis MU 23: chairman microphone unit with buttons for microphone, clear, function
• Orbis MU 21: delegate microphone unit with button for microphone
• Orbis MU 43: built-in chairman microphone unit with buttons for microphone, clear, function
• Orbis MU 41: built-in delegate microphone unit with button for microphone
• Orbis SU 63: system unit installation under the table. Depending on the number of the connected
buttons, the system unit acts as chairman (buttons for microphone, clear, function)
or delegate microphone unit (button for microphone)
The microphone units are provided with a locking 5-pin XLR connection for the use of gooseneck
microphones of the GM 31x Q and GM 1xx Q series, 3-colour backlit buttons, an integrated fullrange
loudspeaker with equalization and an adjustable headphone output. The microphone units are only
powered via the Orbis CU control unit. The microphone unit displays the power supply by the micro-
phone button which illuminates white.
3.1 Controls and Indicators and Connections
Orbis MU 23/MU 21 Bottom

Thread to attach the microphone unit on a
table top
In/Out sockets to connect the microphone
unit, RJ45
Important: Do not connect Ethernet!
Orbis MU 23/MU 21 Lateral View
Headphone socket, mini stereo jack (3.5 mm)
Multifunction button to set headphone
volume and to select (by tilting and pressing)
two channels
 

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Opening for unlocking the gooseneck
microphone
Connection for gooseneck microphone,
5-pin XLR
Microphone button
“Clear” button to clear all delegate
microphones
Programmable function button
Orbis MU 21 Top View
Orbis MU 43/41 Bottom
Orbis MU 23 Top View





 
In/Out sockets to connect the microphone
unit, RJ45
Important: Do not connect Ethernet!
Phoenix connector to connect the optional
CA OL loudspeaker module
Mounting opening for installation under the
table top
 


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Orbis MU 43 Top View
Orbis MU 41 Top View


  


Headphone connection, 3.5 mm stereo
jack
Channel selector button
Volume button to reduce the headphone
volume
Volume button to increase the headphone
volume
Opening for unlocking the gooseneck
microphone
Connection for gooseneck microphone,
5-pin XLR
“Clear” button to clear all delegate
microphone units
Microphone button
Programmable function button
Optional CA OL loudspeaker module






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Orbis SU 63 Lateral View
Orbis SU 63 Lateral View
Orbis SU 63 Bottom

  



In/Out sockets to connect the system unit, RJ45
Important: Do not connect Ethernet!
The Orbis SU 63 is connected to the Orbis CU control unit via the RJ45 sockets. Furthermore,
the RJ45 sockets are used to connect the Orbis SU 63 system unit among each other or to other
Orbis MU microphone units.

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7-pin Phoenix connector
Individual buttons can be connected to the 7-pin Phoenix connector.
Function LED: connection of an external LED which displays the function mode of a chairman
microphone unit
Function: depending on the configuration via the Orbis CU control unit the function button has
the function “Normal” or “Mute” or “Function” via an external media control system.
Clear: in order to turn on the chairman microphone units while turning off the active or
registered delegate microphone unit. Depending on the operating mode the requests to speak are
cleared or not
Ground: ground
Volume Up and Volume Down: to set the volume of a connected headphone
Channel: to set the language channel of a connected headphone
7-pin Phoenix connector
For example a gooseneck microphone, a microphone button or external indicating elements can
be connected to the 7-pin Phoenix connector.
Mic Input: connector for a microphone
Ground: ground
Mic Button: connector for a microphone button button
Mic LED Green: connector for an external LED, which displays a released microphone
Mic LED Red: connector for an external LED, which displays a registered but not yet released
microphone
Speak LED: connector for an external LED, which displays the ready-to-speak status of the
microphone
LED-Power: voltage source for the external LED
5-pin Phoenix connector
Via the 5-pin Phoenix connector you can connect a headphone and loudspeaker to the Orbis SU 63
system unit.
Headphone R and Headphone L: headphone connector
Ground: ground
Speaker - und Speaker +: connector for a loudspeaker
Wiring 5-pin Phoenix connector
Wiring 7-pin Phoenix connector
Wiring 7-pin Phoenix connector

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3.2 Installation
3.2.1 Orbis MU 23/21 Microphone Unit
The Orbis MU 23 and Orbis MU 21 microphone units have two threads  on the bottom to attach
the microphone unit on a table top. Use the appropriate drilling template to drill the holes into the
table top.




Remove cable cover
• Press the lateral flaps of the cable cover inwards and remove the cable cover .
• Now you can connect the connecting cables to the In/Out sockets .
Cable outlet downwards
• If the connecting cables of the Orbis MU 23/21
microphone unit are to be routed downwards,
insert the sliding element  into the back of
the microphone unit.
Cable outlet backwards
• If the connecting cables of the Orbis MU 23/21
microphone unit are to be routed backwards,
insert the sliding element  into the cable
cover .


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3.2.2 Orbis MU 43/41 Built-in Microphone Unit
For the base of the Orbis MU 43/41 built-in microphone unit you must provide a cutout in the table
top which is large enough to mount the base with the supplied mounting brackets to the table.
Orbis MU 43 (this refers also for the Orbis MU 41)

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Orbis MU 4x Base
Installation Orbis MU 4x and optional CA OL loudspeaker in table top

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3.2.3 Orbis SU 63 System Unit
The Orbis SU 63 system unit provides mounting brackets for a variable installation, e.g. directly under
the table or upright into an armrest.
• Provide appropriate holes for the button, microphone and loudspeaker in the table top or armrest.
• Mount the system unit with the mounting brackets and appropriate screws to the table top or arm-
rest. Make sure that the system unit is even with the table edge or armrest. .
• Connect the gooseneck microphone to the appropriate connections.
Upright installation
During installation, make sure that you use screws that are suitable for your application (not included
in the delivery).
Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
Upright installation into an armrest

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Direct installation
During installation, make sure that you use screws that are suitable for your application (not included
in the delivery).
Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket
Mounting bracket Direct installation under a table

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4. Operation
4.1 Connection
How to connect the control unit to AC power and turn it on-off
• Verify that the voltage rating of the power supply unit matches that of the AC mains outlet you are
to use.
Caution: If you connect the unit to the wrong voltage you may seriously damage it.
• Connect the supplied power supply unit to the DC connection  and the mains. The Orbis CU
control unit has no separate on-off switch and will be in the mode in which it had been when it was
disconnected. The colour of the corona  displays the mode:
Red = standby mode
White = online mode
Flashing white = booting
• If the control unit is in the standby mode, briefly press the rotary encoder  on the front. The
control unit will switch to the online mode and the corona , the beyerdynamic logo and the “Orbis”
lettering will illuminate white. The current menu settings will be displayed for a few seconds as well.
• To switch the control unit to the standby mode press the rotary encoder for approx. 5 seconds.
The corona  will illuminate red.
• In order to disconnect the Orbis CU control unit from the mains, pull the power supply from the AC
mains outlet.
Audio connection to the control unit
• The control unit is provided with a balanced and analogue unbalanced audio output (Audio Out).
• When required, connect the balanced XLR  or unbalanced RCA phono output  to the balanced or
unbalanced output of a mixer amplifier or mixing console.
• Adjust the volume via the amplifier or mixing console.
Important:
If the level is too high, distortion of the audio signal can occur. If the level is too low, noise can occur
in addition to the audio signal.
• The “Aux in” audio input is used for feeding an external channel e.g. music.
How to connect the control unit to a media control system or PC
• Via an external device such as a media control system, you can control various functions of the Orbis
conference system.
• Connect the RS 232 interface  to a media control system or a PC.
• Please also refer to the RS 232 protocol.

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Connection of microphone units/system units without redundancy
The microphone units/system units are connected in one or two lines to the control unit. As cables
use standard CAT5e cables (S/UTP, min. AWG 26 diameter or better). The audio transmission, power
supply and control is made via one cable. The system capacity is achieved by the economical Orbis
MU microphone unit, which is less than 1 watt when operated and at maximum volume.
WARNING: Should the LEDs flash on the connections for the microphone units, there is a defect e.g.
short circuit in the cable or microphone unit. In this case, please check if all cables have been
correctly connected or replace the cable/microphone unit.
Connection of microphone units without redundancy
• The microphone units/system units are connected in one or two lines to the control unit.
• Connect the first microphone unit/system unit to the connection for microphone units line 1 .
Connect the second microphone unit/system unit to the first one, the third to the second one and
so on.
• Connect the first microphone unit/system unit to the connection for microphone units line 2 .
Connect the second microphone unit/system unit to the first one, the third to the second one and
so on.
• At maximum you can connect 50 microphone units/system units per line so that a total of 100
microphone units is available.
Note: The max. number of microphone units also depends upon the cable type and cable length so
that the actual number of microphone units to be operated might be less than 50 or 100.
CAUTION: When using this kind of connection, there is no redundancy, i.e. if one microphone
unit/system unit fails, the whole line fails after the interruption, but the microphone units/system
units will still work before the interruption.
max. 50 microphone units in line 1 max. 50 microphone units in line 2
Orbis CU control unit