HME Clear-Com V Series User manual

V-Series Panels
User Guide
PN: 399G037 Rev: A 03/22/13

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V-Series Panels User Guide
Part Number: 399G037 Revision: A
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Contents
1Important Safety Instructions...........................................................................9
Safety symbols..................................................................................................................................10
Mains power cord..............................................................................................................................10
2Introduction......................................................................................................11
2.1 V-Series Panels covered by this guide.................................................................................11
2.2 Further information................................................................................................................12
3Overview...........................................................................................................13
3.1 Headset connector options ...................................................................................................13
3.2 Expansion panel options.......................................................................................................13
3.3 Front panel lights and controls..............................................................................................14
3.3.1 V12LD ...........................................................................................................................14
3.3.2 V12PD...........................................................................................................................14
3.3.3 V12RD...........................................................................................................................15
3.3.4 V24LD ...........................................................................................................................15
3.3.5 V24PD...........................................................................................................................16
3.3.6 V24RD...........................................................................................................................16
3.3.7 V12LDE.........................................................................................................................17
3.3.8 V12PDE.........................................................................................................................17
3.3.9 V12RDE ........................................................................................................................17
3.3.10 V12LDD.........................................................................................................................18
3.3.11 V12PDD ........................................................................................................................19
3.3.12 V12RDD........................................................................................................................20
3.4 Key display window...............................................................................................................21
3.4.1 Navigating the key display window ...............................................................................22
3.4.2 Key display window controls.........................................................................................23
3.4.3 Navigating the Reply key display window.....................................................................25
3.5 Supported fonts in V-Series panels.......................................................................................26
4Using the Front Panel Controls......................................................................27
4.1 Mic On...................................................................................................................................27
4.2 Shift Page..............................................................................................................................27
4.3 Headset Select......................................................................................................................27
4.4 Menu .....................................................................................................................................28
4.5 Main levels (volume) control .................................................................................................28
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4.6 Auxiliary levels (volume) control............................................................................................28
4.7 Listen Again...........................................................................................................................29
4.8 Up / Down buttons on lever key and pushbutton panels ......................................................29
4.9 Rotary control on rotary panels.............................................................................................29
4.10 Dial pad (2RU and desktop panels)......................................................................................30
4.11 Push-To-Talk (PTT) operation ..............................................................................................31
4.12 Status LEDs (Tallies) ............................................................................................................32
4.13 Communication errors...........................................................................................................33
4.14 Lever key panels...................................................................................................................33
4.14.1 Reply Key GPI functionality on lever key panels ..........................................................33
4.15 Pushbutton panels ................................................................................................................33
4.15.1 Pushbutton Reply Key GPI Operation ..........................................................................34
4.16 Rotary panels........................................................................................................................34
4.16.1 Using rotary panel keys.................................................................................................35
4.16.2 Rotary panel Reply key.................................................................................................35
4.16.3 Assignment Panel (AP) mode and the COM key..........................................................36
4.16.4 Rotary panel IFB operation...........................................................................................36
4.16.5 Rotary panel Forced Listen...........................................................................................37
4.16.6 Rotary panel Reply key GPI operation..........................................................................38
5Using the Menu System ..................................................................................40
5.1 Navigating the menu system.................................................................................................40
5.2 Fast Key Assign ....................................................................................................................41
5.2.1 The Dial code................................................................................................................42
5.2.2 Dial code validation.......................................................................................................42
5.3 Top level menu......................................................................................................................44
5.4 SYS INFO (System Information) menu.................................................................................46
5.4.1 VIEW KEYS menu.........................................................................................................47
5.4.2 PARTY LINE menu.......................................................................................................50
5.4.3 FIXED GRP menu.........................................................................................................52
5.4.4 NEAR PNLS menu........................................................................................................53
5.4.5 MONITORS Menu.........................................................................................................54
5.4.6 FL SOURCE Menu........................................................................................................55
5.4.7 FL DEST menu..............................................................................................................56
5.5 LOCAL PREF (Local Preferences) menu.............................................................................57
5.5.1 TIMEOUTS menu..........................................................................................................59
5.5.2 LEVEL ADJ (Level Adjust) Menu..................................................................................60
5.5.3 BRIGHTNESS menu.....................................................................................................63
5.5.4 MESSAGE menu...........................................................................................................64
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5.5.5 RESET XPTS (Reset Crosspoints) menu.....................................................................66
5.6 SYS CONFIG (System Configuration) menu........................................................................66
5.6.1 PARTY LINE configuration menu..................................................................................68
5.6.2 FIXED GRP configuration menu...................................................................................70
5.6.3 LOCAL PNL (Local Panel) configuration menu ............................................................72
5.6.4 LOCAL KEYS configuration menu................................................................................73
5.6.5 ATTRIBUTES menu......................................................................................................76
5.6.6 REMOTE PNL menu.....................................................................................................77
5.6.7 FL CONFIG (Forced Listen configuration) menu..........................................................80
5.6.8 INPUT LVLS (Input Levels) configuration menu...........................................................82
5.6.9 OUTPUT LVL (Output Levels) configuration menu.......................................................86
5.7 DIAGNOSTIC menu..............................................................................................................88
5.7.1 SYSTEM DATA menu...................................................................................................91
5.7.2 UPGRADE menu...........................................................................................................92
5.8 CALL menu ...........................................................................................................................94
5.9 DIAL menu ............................................................................................................................96
5.10 LOCAL EXCL (Local Exclusive) menu..................................................................................98
5.11 LOCAL PAGE (Local Page override) menu..........................................................................99
5.12 ASSNMT PNL (Assignment Panel) menu...........................................................................100
5.12.1 Assigning IFB sources and destinations.....................................................................101
5.12.2 Assigning partyline members......................................................................................103
5.12.3 Assigning Fixed Group members................................................................................104
5.13 SUPERVISE menu..............................................................................................................105
5.14 SHIFT menu........................................................................................................................109
5.15 Menu map ...........................................................................................................................110
6IP Configuration.............................................................................................111
6.1 Accessing the IP configuration menus................................................................................111
6.2 IP SETUP menu..................................................................................................................112
6.2.1 CONNECT menu.........................................................................................................113
6.2.2 USER ID menu............................................................................................................116
6.2.3 PASSWORD menu .....................................................................................................117
6.2.4 CNTL DELAY (Control Delay) menu...........................................................................118
6.3 NET SETUP menu..............................................................................................................120
6.3.1 IP ADDRESS menu.....................................................................................................122
6.3.2 IP GATEWAY menu....................................................................................................123
6.3.3 DNS SERVER menu...................................................................................................124
6.3.4 MATRIX IP menu ........................................................................................................125
6.3.5 LOGIN PORT menu....................................................................................................126
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6.3.6 DHCP menu................................................................................................................127
6.3.7 SUBNETMASK (Subnet Mask) menu.........................................................................127
6.3.8 CON TYPE (Connection Type) menu.........................................................................128
6.4 CONFIRM CLEAR menu ....................................................................................................129
6.5 IP menu map.......................................................................................................................130
7Installing V-Series panels .............................................................................131
7.1 Placing panels.....................................................................................................................131
7.1.1 Placing rack mounted panels......................................................................................131
7.1.2 Placing desktop panels...............................................................................................131
7.1.3 Placing expansion panels ...........................................................................................135
7.2 Wiring V-Series panels........................................................................................................136
7.2.1 V-Series main panel rear connectors (no AES-3 or T-Adapter) .................................137
7.2.2 V-Series main panel rear connectors (AES-3)............................................................137
7.2.3 V-Series main panel rear connectors (T-Adapter)......................................................137
7.2.4 V Series expansion panel rear connectors.................................................................138
7.2.5 V-Series desktop panel rear connectors (no AES-3 or T-Adapter)............................139
7.2.6 V-Series desktop panel rear connectors (AES-3).......................................................139
7.2.7 V Series desktop panel rear connectors (T-Adapter)..................................................140
7.2.8 Mains power cord........................................................................................................140
7.2.9 Power connector wiring...............................................................................................141
7.2.10 Analog matrix frame to panel wiring............................................................................141
7.2.11 Matrix panel GPIO connector wiring ...........................................................................143
7.2.12 Programmable Relay contacts....................................................................................144
7.2.13 Opto-Isolated inputs....................................................................................................144
7.2.14 Auxiliary audio connector............................................................................................146
7.2.15 AES-3 option to AES-6 interface card.........................................................................147
7.2.16 T-Adapter option to DIG-2/DIF-102 interface..............................................................149
7.2.17 LAN connector.............................................................................................................150
7.2.18 Expansion panel output...............................................................................................151
7.3 Front panel connectors .......................................................................................................152
7.3.1 Microphone connector.................................................................................................152
7.3.2 Headset connectors....................................................................................................153
7.4 Mains AC Power .................................................................................................................156
7.5 Panel parameters in ECS / EHX.........................................................................................156
7.5.1 Headset sidetone ........................................................................................................157
7.5.2 Headset autodetect.....................................................................................................157
7.5.3 Panel microphone gain ...............................................................................................158
7.5.4 Speaker dim................................................................................................................158
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7.5.5 Page Override.............................................................................................................159
7.6 Panel-to-matrix card baud rate............................................................................................159
8Maintaining V-Series panels.........................................................................160
8.1 Accessing the Local Maintenance Menu (LMM).................................................................160
8.2 Navigating the LLM menu...................................................................................................161
8.2.1 Use of displays............................................................................................................161
8.3 Commands..........................................................................................................................162
8.3.1 version.........................................................................................................................162
8.3.2 xpoint...........................................................................................................................163
8.3.3 level.............................................................................................................................165
8.3.4 control..........................................................................................................................166
8.3.5 limit..............................................................................................................................168
8.3.6 filter..............................................................................................................................169
8.3.7 la (Listen Again)..........................................................................................................171
8.3.8 mixer............................................................................................................................172
8.3.9 setup............................................................................................................................172
8.3.10 voicerec.......................................................................................................................173
8.3.11 voiceplay .....................................................................................................................174
8.3.12 intrim............................................................................................................................174
8.3.13 outtrim .........................................................................................................................175
8.3.14 gpio..............................................................................................................................176
8.3.15 module.........................................................................................................................178
9Specifications ................................................................................................179
9.1 Front panel controls and connectors...................................................................................179
9.2 Main panel rear connectors.................................................................................................179
9.3 AES-3 option rear connectors.............................................................................................179
9.4 T-Adapter option rear connector.........................................................................................180
9.5 Expansion panel rear connectors........................................................................................180
9.6 Panel microphone input ......................................................................................................180
9.7 Headset microphone input..................................................................................................180
9.8 Auxiliary loudspeaker output...............................................................................................180
9.9 Audio input/output...............................................................................................................181
9.10 AC mains power supply (external)......................................................................................181
9.11 Temperature........................................................................................................................181
9.12 Humidity ..............................................................................................................................181
9.13 Dimensions (1RU panels)...................................................................................................182
9.14 Dimensions (2RU panels)...................................................................................................182
9.15 Dimensions (Desktop panels).............................................................................................182
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10 Glossary .........................................................................................................183
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1 Important Safety Instructions
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 the manufacturer’s
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 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.
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. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-cord supply 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.
15. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
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Safety symbols
Familiarize yourself with the safety symbols in Figure 1: Safety symbols. These symbols are
displayed on the apparatus and warn you of the potential danger of electric shock if the system is
used improperly. They also refer you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the
product user manual.
Figure 1: Safety symbols
Mains power cord
V-Series panels are powered by an external power supply. The cord to connect the external power
supply to the mains supply must conform to the following:
•The mains power cord shall have an IEC C13 connector at one end and a mains power plug
at the other end.
•An IEC C13 plug has three pins, the centre pin carrying the earth / ground. The other two
pins carry neutral and live circuits.
•The conductors of the mains cords shall have adequate cross-sectional area for rated current
consumption of the equipment.
•The mains plug that connects to the mains supply must be approved for use in the country
where the equipment is to be used.
•The mains power cord must be an IEC mains power cord complying with standard
IEC60320; IEC320/C13.
•Mains power cords used in the U.S. must also comply with standard UL817.
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2 Introduction
This guide describes how to install, use and maintain V-Series™ user panels from Clear-Com®
V-Series user panels are fully compatible with both the Eclipse and Eclipse HX digital matrix
systems, and are available in 12-key and 24-key pushbutton, rotary and lever key formats.
The panels incorporate a wide range of advanced features to enhance usability and audio
performance, including:
•Advanced Digital Signal Processing.
•10-character displays.
•Listen Again memory.
•Clear-Com IP technology.
2.1 V-Series Panels covered by this guide
The V-Series family of panels comprises:
Format
Product number
Description
Lever Key V12LD
19” rack mount 1RU 12 lever key panel.
V24LD
19” rack mount 2RU 24 lever key panel with dial pad.
V12LDD
Desktop 12 lever key panel.
V12LDE
19” rack mount 1RU 12 lever key expansion panel.
Pushbutton
V12PD
19” rack mount 1RU 12 pushbutton panel.
V24PD
19” rack mount 2RU 24 pushbutton panel with dial pad.
V12PDD
Desktop 12 pushbutton panel.
V12PDE 19” rack mount 1RU 12 pushbutton expansion panel.
Rotary
V12RDX4
19” rack mount 1RU 12 rotary control panel (XLR4).
V12RDX5
19” rack mount 1RU 12 rotary control panel (XLR5).
V24RDX4
19” rack mount 2RU 24 rotary control panel with dial pad
(XLR4).
V24RDX5
19” rack mount 2RU 24 rotary control panel with dial pad
(XLR5).
V12RDDX4 Desktop 12 rotary control panel (XLR4).
V12RDDX45 Desktop 12 rotary control panel (XLR5).
V12RDEY19” rack mount 1RU 12 rotary control extension panel.
Table 1: V-Series Panels covered by this guide
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2.2 Further information
V-Series documentation is available from your product CD-ROM. For more information about the V-
Series family of panels, see:
http://www.clearcom.com/product/digital-matrix/user-panel
For more information about the Eclipse and Eclipse HX digital matrix systems, referenced by this
guide, see:
http://www.clearcom.com/product/digital-matrix.
For sales information, see your Clear-Com sales representative. For contact information and legal
disclaimers, see Page 2 of this guide.
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3 Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the V-Series family of panels, including:
•Headset connector and expansion panel options.
•Front panel lights and controls.
•Key display and fonts.
Tip: For a brief description of all the V-Series panels covered by this guide, including product
numbers, see Table 1: V-Series Panels covered by this guide.
3.1 Headset connector options
The following headset connector options (one connector only) are available to V-Series panels:
•XLR-4M locking headset connection.
•XLR-5F headset connection.
•XLR-7M headset connection.
3.2 Expansion panel options
Panel
Expansion panel support
V12LD
Up to eight V12LDE expansion panels in a daisy chain.
V24LD
V12PD
Up to eight V12PDE expansion panels in a daisy chain.
V24PD
V12RD
Up to eight V12RDE expansion panels in a daisy chain.
V24RD
V12LDD
Do not support expansion panels.
V12PDD
V12RDD
Table 2: Expansion panel options
Note:
Expansion panel types (lever key, pushbutton or rotary control) may not be mixed in a daisy chain of
such panels and must be connected to a main panel of the same type.
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3.3 Front panel lights and controls
3.3.1 V12LD
Figure 2: V12LD front panel lights and controls
3.3.2 V12PD
Figure 3: V12PD front panel lights and controls
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3.3.3 V12RD
Figure 4: V12RD front panel lights and controls
3.3.4 V24LD
Figure 5: V24LD front panel lights and controls
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3.3.5 V24PD
Figure 6: V24PD front panel lights and controls
3.3.6 V24RD
Figure 7: V24RD front panel lights and controls
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3.3.7 V12LDE
Figure 8: V12LDE front panel lights and controls
3.3.8 V12PDE
Figure 9: V12PDE front panel lights and controls
3.3.9 V12RDE
Figure 10: V12RDE front panel lights and controls
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3.3.10 V12LDD
Figure 11: V12LDD front panel lights and controls
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3.3.11 V12PDD
Figure 12: V12PDD front panel lights and controls
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3.3.12 V12RDD
Figure 13: V12RDD front panel lights and controls
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