Bogen V-hub User manual

50 Spring Street

Ramsey, NJ 07446

Tel: 201-934-8500 Fax: 201-934-9832 www.bogen.com

Part No. 54-2070-01R1

Printed in Korea.

2002 Bogen Communications, Inc.

Conference Phone

UserÕs Manual

Notice

Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this guide was complete

and accurate at the time of printing. However, information is subject to change.

Important Safety Information

WARNING: To Reduce The Risk of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This

Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.

Always follow these basic safety precautions when installing and using the 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 block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

manufacturerÕs 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

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, is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into

your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at

plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long

periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when

the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the 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.

FCC Required Statements

Warning: Changes or modifications made to this unit not expressly approved by

the party responsible for compliance could void the userÕs authority to operate the

equipment.

FCC Requirements

This equipment is component registered with the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC) in accordance with Part 68 of its rules. In compliance with

the rules, be advised of the following:

1. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has established Rules which

permit this device to be directly connected to the telephone network.

Standardized jacks are used for these connections. This equipment should not

be used on party lines or coin lines.

2. If this device is malfunctioning, it may also be causing harm to the telephone

network; this device should be disconnected until the source of the problem

can be determined and until repair has been made. If this is not done, the

telephone company may temporarily disconnect service.

3. The telephone company may make changes in its technical operations and

procedures; if such changes affect the compatibility or use of this device, the

telephone company is required to give adequate notice of the changes.

4. If the telephone company requests information on what equipment is connected

to their lines, inform them of:

(a) The telephone number that this unit is connected to

(b) The ringer equivalence number: 0.2B

(d) The FCC Registration Number

Items (b) and (d) are indicated on a label affixed to the unit. The ringer

equivalence number (REN) is used to determine how many devices can be

connected to your telephone line. In most areas, the sum of the RENs of all

devices on any one line should not exceed five (5.0). If too many devices are

attached, they may not ring properly.

About the Conference Phone

Unpacking the Conference Phone

At- A- Glance

Installing the Conference Phone

Using the Conference Phone

In Case of Difficulties

Storing & Handling

Limited Warranty

FCC Notice

CONTENTS

Unpacking the Conference Phone

Make sure that all of the following components are included:

Conference Phone

Power Adapter

Power / Telephone Cable

UserÕs Manual

About the Conference Phone

The Conference Phone provides clear sound for full-duplex two-way voice

communication for tele conference needs.

This userÕs manual explains how to install and how to use the Conference

Phone. It is recommended that you read the manual in order to get the most

benefit from the product.

Unpacking the Conference Phone

Make sure that all of the following components are included:

Conference Phone

Power Adapter

Power / Telephone Cable

UserÕs Manual

About the Conference Phone

The Conference Phone provides clear sound for full-duplex two-way voice

communication for tele conference needs.

This userÕs manual explains how to install and how to use the Conference

Phone. It is recommended that you read the manual in order to get the most

benefit from the product.

Installing the Conference Phone

To ensure the best performance of the Conference Phone, it is

recommended that:

the unit be located in a quiet environment with soft furnishing like carpets,

curtains, and sound-absorbing walls and ceilings

the unit be placed at the center of a table

the unit not be moved during a call

papers and other possible obstructions be kept away from the unit

all attendees be seated at the same distance from the unit

users speak directly toward the unit at normal conversation level

At- A- Glance

Front View

Microphones

Speaker

LED status indicators

Flash Button

Memory Button

(10-number speed dial)

Mute Button

Volume Up Button

Volume Down Button

On / Off Button

Back View

Power / Telephone Cable Jack

Ringer Volume Selector

Wire Routing Channel

Install the unit as shown below:

DC Adapter

RCA Connector

Tel Line

Installing the Conference Phone

To ensure the best performance of the Conference Phone, it is

recommended that:

the unit be located in a quiet environment with soft furnishing like carpets,

curtains, and sound-absorbing walls and ceilings

the unit be placed at the center of a table

the unit not be moved during a call

papers and other possible obstructions be kept away from the unit

all attendees be seated at the same distance from the unit

users speak directly toward the unit at normal conversation level

At- A- Glance

Front View

Microphones

Speaker

LED status indicators

Flash Button

Memory Button

(10-number speed dial)

Mute Button

Volume Up Button

Volume Down Button

On / Off Button

Back View

Power / Telephone Cable Jack

Ringer Volume Selector

Wire Routing Channel

Install the unit as shown below:

DC Adapter

RCA Connector

Tel Line

To record Conversations: A female RCA connector is available on the

power cable to allow recording of

conversations. Attach the input of the

recording device to this connector.

In Case of Difficulties

No dial tone: Ensure all the connections are correct and

secure.

Try a different telephone line. This unit will

only operate on analog telephone lines that

are compatible with standard telephones.

No telephone ring: Ensure that the ringer volume switch is not

set to silence.

Echoes, voice clipping: Do not move the unit during use.

Keep hands, papers, and other objects that

can reflect sound away from the unit during

use.

Speak at each location for several seconds at

the beginning of a call so that Confer-

ence Phone can be adapted to the sound

environments.

Try calling again to see if another telephone

line provides a better connection.

Note : If the other party uses lower quality

telephones or a half-duplex

conference phone, there may be little

that can be done.

Muffled reception: Speak closer to the microphones.

Excessive noise: Noisy equipment, like ventilation fans or

computers, can make it difficult to hear

another party. All parties involved should

turn off any noisy equipment nearby.

Flash does not work: Check that your telephone line provides

special features that use the flash button.

If more help is necessary, contact BogenÕs Technical Support department at

1-800-999-2809, Option 2.

Using the Conference Phone

To place a call: Press the On/Off button to turn the unit on.

Dial the phone number.

To end a call: Press the On/Off button to hang up and to

turn the unit off.

To answer a call: Press the On/Off button when the phone

rings.

To adjust the speaker volume: Press the Volume Up/Volume Down buttons

(VOL.+/VOL.-) to increase or decrease the

volume level. LCD screen will change to

indicate volume level. (Does not affect Ring

volume.)

To use Flash features: Press the Flash button to transfer a call, or to

make a 3-way call, depending on telephone

system features.

To mute: Press the Mute button to prevent the other

party from hearing your conversation. The

LED status indicators will blink while mute

is engaged.

Press the Mute button again to resume the

conference call. LED status indicators are lit

continuously.

To store a phone number: Be sure unit is turned off. Press the Memory

button.

Select a speed dial number by pressing a

number between 0 and 9.

Enter the telephone number (up to 16 digits).

Press the Memory button again to store the

number.

Note : You should keep a list of stored numbers

you entered for future reference.

To make a call using Press the On/Off button to turn on the unit.

a stored number: Press the Memory button.

Select the speed dial number (0 through 9) to

make a call.

To adjust the ringer volume: Use the ringer volume switch on the bottom

of the Conference Phone to select ring

level-loud, soft, or silent (LED status

indicators flash ).

To record Conversations: A female RCA connector is available on the

power cable to allow recording of

conversations. Attach the input of the

recording device to this connector.

In Case of Difficulties

No dial tone: Ensure all the connections are correct and

secure.

Try a different telephone line. This unit will

only operate on analog telephone lines that

are compatible with standard telephones.

No telephone ring: Ensure that the ringer volume switch is not

set to silence.

Echoes, voice clipping: Do not move the unit during use.

Keep hands, papers, and other objects that

can reflect sound away from the unit during

use.

Speak at each location for several seconds at

the beginning of a call so that Confer-

ence Phone can be adapted to the sound

environments.

Try calling again to see if another telephone

line provides a better connection.

Note : If the other party uses lower quality

telephones or a half-duplex

conference phone, there may be little

that can be done.

Muffled reception: Speak closer to the microphones.

Excessive noise: Noisy equipment, like ventilation fans or

computers, can make it difficult to hear

another party. All parties involved should

turn off any noisy equipment nearby.

Flash does not work: Check that your telephone line provides

special features that use the flash button.

If more help is necessary, contact BogenÕs Technical Support department at

1-800-999-2809, Option 2.

Using the Conference Phone

To place a call: Press the On/Off button to turn the unit on.

Dial the phone number.

To end a call: Press the On/Off button to hang up and to

turn the unit off.

To answer a call: Press the On/Off button when the phone

rings.

To adjust the speaker volume: Press the Volume Up/Volume Down buttons

(VOL.+/VOL.-) to increase or decrease the

volume level. LCD screen will change to

indicate volume level. (Does not affect Ring

volume.)

To use Flash features: Press the Flash button to transfer a call, or to

make a 3-way call, depending on telephone

system features.

To mute: Press the Mute button to prevent the other

party from hearing your conversation. The

LED status indicators will blink while mute

is engaged.

Press the Mute button again to resume the

conference call. LED status indicators are lit

continuously.

To store a phone number: Be sure unit is turned off. Press the Memory

button.

Select a speed dial number by pressing a

number between 0 and 9.

Enter the telephone number (up to 16 digits).

Press the Memory button again to store the

number.

Note : You should keep a list of stored numbers

you entered for future reference.

To make a call using Press the On/Off button to turn on the unit.

a stored number: Press the Memory button.

Select the speed dial number (0 through 9) to

make a call.

To adjust the ringer volume: Use the ringer volume switch on the bottom

of the Conference Phone to select ring

level-loud, soft, or silent (LED status

indicators flash ).

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class

A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications.

There is no guarantee that interference shall not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio and/or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, and

noting any change in said interference, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance.

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian

Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement

sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

Storing & Handling

Keep the Conference Phone at room temperature.

Keep the Conference Phone out of direct sunlight. Direct sunlight or

extreme temperature can damage the unit.

Protect the Conference Phone from moisture. If exposed to moisture,

disconnect the unit immediately and do not reconnect it to the system until it is

repaired. Moisture or high humidity can cause serious damage.

Protect the Conference Phone from static electrical shocks.

Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use alcohol or petroleum-based

cleaners.

Limited Warranty

The Conference Phone is warranted to be free from defects in material or

workmanship provided that the product has not been subjected to abuse or

accident or altered in any way for two (2) years from the date of sale to the

original purchaser. Any part of the product covered by this warranty that, with

normal installation and use, becomes defective will be repaired or replaced by

Bogen, at our option, provided the product is shipped, insured and prepaid, to:

Bogen Factory Service Department, 50 Spring Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446, USA.

The product will be returned to you freight prepaid. This warranty does not

extend to any of our products that have been subjected to misuse, improper

storage, neglect, accident, improper installation or have been modified or repaired

in any manner that Bogen believes may affect the reliability of the product, or

where the serial number or date code has been removed or defaced.

THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS BOGENÕS SOLE AND

EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND THE PURCHASERÕS SOLE AND

EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. BOGEN MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES

OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND

EXCLUDED. BogenÕs liability arising out of the manufacture, sale or supplying

of products or their use or dispostion, whether based upon warranty, contract, tort

or otherwise, shall be limited to the price of the product. In no event shall Bogen

be liable for special, incidental or consequential damages (including, but not

limited to, loss of profits, loss of data of loss or use damages) arising out of the

manufacture, sale or supplying of products, even if Bogen has been advised of the

possibility of such damages or losses.

Products that are out of warranty will also be repaired by the Bogen Factory

Service Department -- same address as above or call 201-934-8500. The parts and

labor involved in these repairs are warranted for 90 days when repaired by the

Bogen Factory Service Department. All shipping charges in addition to parts and

labor charges will be at the ownerÕs expense.

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